Seeking remedies for providing affordable rentals on Whidbey Island, a group of innovative folks have formed In-Home Suites. On its website, In-Home Suites are defined as untapped resources such as under utilized spaces in existing houses. By making small changes such as adding a door, kitchenette, or bathroom, semi-independent living quarters can be created. This
This is a horrible, half-assed solution. It does nothing to solve the problem, and instead promotes further division of already cramped living spaces. The idea that we can’t build our way out of this crisis doesn’t even come close to addressing the root of the issues and instead just seeks to give less ownership to all involved.