YIMBY Action

70+ Chapters across the US fighting for abundant housing that's inclusive, sustainable, and affordable

We fight to end the housing shortage at the local, state, and federal levels by legalizing housing, funding affordable housing, streamlining permitting, and fixing broken incentives.

06/05/2026

Does building more housing actually make cities more affordable?

In our newest episode of Infill, YIMBY Law’s Sonja Trauss sits down with Alex Horowitz of The Pew Charitable Trusts to break down the research behind “moving chains” — and how new housing, even market-rate housing, can improve affordability across housing markets.

Using Zillow rental data and national housing research, Horowitz explains why cities that build more homes tend to see slower rent growth, especially for older and lower-cost apartments.

🎧 Listen to the full podcast here: https://apple.pulse.ly/khlclomnxb

06/04/2026

Why is housing in LA so expensive, and what would it actually take to fix it?

Join us next Tuesday, alongside Ramit Sethi's IWT and YIMBY Los Angeles, for an evening of conversation, cocktails, and community as we explore the future of housing in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

📍 Beverly Hills
📅 June 9 | 5:00–8:00 PM
🍸 Food, drinks + free valet included

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with housing advocates, community leaders, entrepreneurs, and those who believe LA can be made abundant and affordable.

🔗 Tickets available here: https://yimby.pulse.ly/gsu0f0hmsw

06/03/2026

Housing advocates shouldn't have to spend hours digging through government websites just to find out what's being proposed in their communities.

Our latest blog looks at how we are using AI-powered tools like Listen Public to uncover housing proposals, track public hearings, and help local advocates support more homes where they're needed most.

Technology won't solve the housing crisis on its own, but it can help more people participate in the decisions that shape our communities.

🔗 Read the full piece here: https://yimbyaction.pulse.ly/w1pmrttgfo

06/02/2026

🗳️ Today is Election Day in California!

There’s still time to cast your ballot. Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked by June 2, and ballots can be dropped off at an official drop box, county elections office, or vote center by 8:00 p.m today!

At YIMBY Action, we’ve worked with our countless, incredible chapters to identify candidates who share our vision of abundant, affordable housing and thriving communities. Before you vote, take a look at the candidates we’ve endorsed and learn more about who is championing solutions to California’s housing shortage.

See all of our endorsed candidates here: https://yimbyaction.pulse.ly/34qzvoiioj

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month, YIMBYs! 🏳️‍🌈

This month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and the advocates who have fought for fairness, opportunity, and access—including the right to safe, stable, and affordable housing.

Everyone deserves a community where they can live, thrive, and belong.

05/31/2026

🎉 YIMBY WIN!

After years of advocacy, planning, and persistence, a 33-unit affordable housing development is finally moving forward in Evanston.

Despite legal challenges and NIMBY opposition, supporters stayed the course and broke ground this past month.

The development will provide affordable homes for residents who might otherwise be priced out of the community and highlights the potential of faith-based organizations to help address Illinois' housing shortage by creating homes on underutilized land.

As Abundant Housing Illinois noted in the article, this model can be replicated in communities across the state.

Read the full story here: https://evanstonnow.pulse.ly/q2kwj8segm

05/30/2026

California's housing shortage is taking center stage in the governor's race, and our Executive Director, Laura Foote, is helping shape the conversation.

In a recent The New York Times article, she explains that while issues like second-home ownership often dominate the conversation, California's housing shortage is fundamentally the result of decades of policies that have made it harder to build enough homes.

To really put the shortage in perspective, Laura goes on to say, “If we wanted to seize everyone’s second home and redistribute those homes, that would not move the needle.”

The housing shortage is too large to solve with symbolic fixes. If we want lower costs and more opportunities, California needs to build more homes.

🔗 Read the full story here: https://nytimes.pulse.ly/mmpsp1bj2t

05/29/2026

Virginia's 2026 legislative session delivered some major housing wins! 🎉

Today, we're highlighting SB 531, which legalizes accessory dwelling units (ADUs) statewide.

Starting July 1, 2027, homeowners across Virginia will have a clearer path to build backyard cottages, garage apartments, and other small homes that expand housing choices and affordability.

ADUs create more flexible housing options for seniors, young adults, caregivers, and working families while helping communities add homes without dramatically changing neighborhood character.

This victory is thanks to the persistence of bill patron, Senator Kannan Srinivasan, and the thousands of YIMBYs who sent more than 7,000 emails to lawmakers. This marks another huge win for the growing movement to make housing more abundant and affordable!

05/28/2026

Solving the LA housing shortage starts with saying yes to more homes.

Join us and our local chapter YIMBY Los Angeles with Ramit Sethi's IWT — bestselling author, personal finance expert, and host of Netflix How to Get Rich — for an evening of conversation, cocktails, and connection about the future of housing in Los Angeles.

📍 Beverly Hills
📅 June 9th | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
🍸 Food, drinks + free valet included

Together, we’ll explore what it will actually take to make LA a place where more people can afford to live, work, and build their futures. Tickets available here: https://yimby.pulse.ly/yk3y5cgpqj

05/26/2026

We’re wrapping up the month with a huge shoutout to our YIMBY of the Month, Kevin Wu 🎉

As a founding Chapter Lead of YIMBY Los Angeles, Kevin has helped grow the pro-housing movement by organizing community gatherings, mobilizing support for housing proposals at public hearings, and helping evaluate candidates committed to tackling the housing shortage.

Thank you, Kevin, for your leadership and advocacy for a more abundant and affordable Los Angeles 👏

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