Revolutionizing Housing, One Backyard at a Time

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🤔 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.

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Highlights

00:00 Kol’s ADU Journey & Origins

• Grew up with informal ADUs before knowing what they were
• Built his first permitted ADU in Portland in 2010

08:33 Environmental Mission & Early Impact

• ADUs reduce greenhouse gases through smaller living spaces
• Promote urban infill and reduce transportation emissions

16:11 Financing Challenges & Innovation

• GSEs offer financing, but refi rates deter homeowners

26:00 Legislative Wins & State-Level Reform

• California’s 2017 law set the national example

34:38 Tiny Homes, Modulars & RV Living

• RVs as ultra-affordable housing compared to ADUs

42:00 ADU Academy, AARP & National Advocacy

• ADU Academy hosts trainings across the U.S. for professionals
• Conclusion

Quotes:

"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

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