To make home construction easier and faster, Lawrence may experiment with pre-approved designs

The City of Lawrence is launching a three-year pilot project in June 2027 offering 6 to 7 pre-approved housing designs to expedite permitting and lower construction barriers for single-family homes, duplexes, and accessory dwelling units. The initiative aims to address a severe housing shortage highlighted by a local study calling for over 6,300 new units amid record-low single-family home starts.
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