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Send us a text🤔 Could the simplest path to solving the housing crisis be right in our own backyards? 🌿🏘️In this episode of Skip the Lines Podcast, Jonathan Mitchell dives deep into the world of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) with the trailblazer himself, Kol Peterson. From his early days building Portland’s first legal ADU to becoming a national thought leader, Kol shares his journey, highlighting the environmental and economic power of ADUs.Want to be part of the ADU revolution? 🔨💡Highlights00:00 Kol’s ADU Journey & OriginsGrew up with informal ADUs before knowing what they wereBuilt his first permitted ADU in Portland in 201008:33 Environmental Mission & Early ImpactADUs reduce greenhouse gases through smaller living spacesPromote urban infill and reduce transportation emissions16:11 Financing Challenges & InnovationGSEs offer financing, but refi rates deter homeowners26:00 Legislative Wins & State-Level ReformCalifornia’s 2017 law set the national example34:38 Tiny Homes, Modulars & RV LivingRVs as ultra-affordable housing compared to ADUs42:00 ADU Academy, AARP & National AdvocacyADU Academy hosts trainings across the U.S. for professionalsConclusionQuotes:"Success is something you attract by the person you become." – Kol Peterson “ADUs are a win-win-win for the environment, the economy, and the homeowner.” – Kol Peterson “We don’t need government involved in every form of housing. Sometimes people just need a roof they can afford.” – Kol Peterson “California isn’t perfect—but when it moves on ADUs, the rest of the country pays attention.” – Kol Peterson Enjoyed the show? Click here to SUBSCRIBE to the “Skip The Lines Podcast” FULL VIDEOS are always uploaded on YouTube.Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@skipthelinespod 📢 Connect with Kol Peterson! Website: https://accessorydwellingstrategies.com/Twitter: https://x.com/kolpetersonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kolpeterson/ 📢 Connect with me!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathanmitchellre/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088499808533LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-mitchell-a1493410bTikTok: https://www.tikSupport the showEnjoying the show? Keep the conversation going! Skip The Lines Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQlFAYIZJ2w2CUzEtK49jelO9Khn40ZnN
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