A recent Moen Group development project in Iowa City called The Chauncey (pictured above) has sparked some controversy because of the perception that it will block out the entire skyline and cast a shadow over the city. (See “The Sky Will Be Gone,” Press Citizen, 26 March 2013) Anti-Shade Activists. The Iowa Coalition Against the… Continue reading The Chauncey Development Construction Shadow Controversy in Iowa City Prompts Awareness and Conversation About Shade and Sun Protection
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Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning
Housing > Small House Society Summary. The video below presents some insights into the challenge of finding a suitable location for a tiny home on wheels intended to be lived in year-round. As explained in the video, in most cities, small homes on wheels are considered to be the equivalent of an RV or camper.… Continue reading Small Houses and the Impact of City Housing Codes and Zoning