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People across the ideological spectrum can see their own priorities reflected in courtyard urbanism
Economic development groups see a replicable neighborhood-building model.
Environmentalists see lower land consumption, lower car dependence, and more efficient buildings.
YIMBYs see abundant homes in high-opportunity places.
NIMBYs see a form of density that is beautiful and family-friendly.
Conservatives see property ownership, stable neighborhoods, local stewardship, and civil society.
Progressives see affordability, access, climate benefits, and social infrastructure.
Anarchists see decentralization and self-organization.
Even "carceral" urbanists focused on public order can see how well-defined streets, private courtyards, and higher home-ownership rates improve public safety through design and housing composition.
The appeal is just as strong among implementation partners.
Private developers see a “flight to quality” product in homes with light, air, courtyards, usable family layouts, and long-term value.
City councils and planning departments see a way to add housing without defaulting to towers, sprawl, or placeless podium buildings.
Urban churches and mission-aligned landowners see a path to turn vacant lots and underused land into dense, family-friendly communities while preserving a stewardship role.
Builders and people interested in natural, low-cost construction see a form compatible with simple structures, repeatable plans, local materials, phased construction, and smaller development increments.
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You'll make more progress focusing on the right audience than trying to persuade everyone. Many people wont choose anything new until it becomes old. Others are eager to improve the world.
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