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Missing middle housing refers to a range of multi-unit and clustered housing types that are compatible on the scale of single-family homes but offer more housing density. It is more commonly known as the gap between single-family homes and large-scale apartments. This "middle ground" housing provides diverse housing options that increase density and promote walkability within communities, helping address the housing crisis by offering more affordable and flexible options. Coined by Dan Parolek, Missing Middle Housing was a featured topic of conversation at our 2024 Housing Summit.

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Groundwork completed the second phase of the community outreach initiative this spring, continuing to ensure that community voices are being heard and solutions are being proposed to support the region's workforce.

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Duke McLarty, executive director at Groundwork, was recently named to the National Housing Crisis Task Force, a coalition working to identify and scale the most promising innovations in housing production and preservation across the United States.

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Executive Director of the Northwest Arkansas Planning Commission, Tim Conklin, discusses the organization’s role in regional planning and their goals for the future with Groundwork Intern Victoria Hudson.

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Meet Tyler Overstreet, Planning Director for the City of Bentonville.

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In a discussion with Groundwork Intern Samantha Kascoutas, Northwest Arkansas Land Trust Executive Director and CEO, Grady Spann discusses the importance of land protection to aid in sustainable development and growth in Northwest Arkansas.

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In a discussion with Groundwork Intern Sophie McAdara, Megan Brown, the Director of Signature Programs at the Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas, emphasizes the importance of education and collaboration across industries to ensure positive community growth in Northwest Arkansas. Through programs that impact schools, small cities, and urbanists everywhere, ULI is connecting many corners of Northwest Arkansas.

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On June 27, Groundwork hosted, “Thirty Years of Smart Growth: A Davidson, NC Case Study Webinar.” Davidson planning director Jason Burdette discussed the towns innovative and forward-thinking approach to urban planning, highlighting key policies and practices that have fostered economic vitality, preserved green spaces, and enhanced quality of life for residents.

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On May 8, Groundwork hosted "Creating Home: A Summit Exploring Policies, Practices, and Promising Solutions" where urban designer, architect, author, and founding principal of Opticos Design, Daniel Parolek presented the benefits and implications of Missing Middle Housing.

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On May 8, Groundwork hosted "Creating Home: A Summit Exploring Policies, Practices, and Promising Solutions" where local architect, infill development advocate and founder of Flintlock Ltd Co, Alli Thurmond Quinlan presented challenges facing Northwest Arkansas and innovative solutions.

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On May 8, Groundwork hosted "Creating Home: A Summit Exploring Policies, Practices, and Promising Solutions" where author and Founding Director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University, Bruce Katz presented challenges and innovative solutions to the U.S. housing crisis.

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Jenna Blakeman reviews the need for density in order to preserve Northwest Arkansas's scenic beauty and create affordable housing.

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