YIMBY
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The acronym (“yes in my backyard”) is used to refer to an individual generally noted for their support of local development, particularly housing. Often understood as a reaction to NIMBYs (“not in my backyard”) and NIMBYism. YIMBYs are known for support in particular of rezoning and the creation/development of more housing where they live. When discussing YIMBYism, it’s useful to note the specifics of the policies in question.
Additional resources
- Rise of the yimbys: the Angry Millennials With a Radical Housing Solution (Guardian)
- From ‘Not in My Backyard’ to ‘Yes in My Backyard’ (Atlantic)
Summary
The acronym stands for “yes in my backyard” and refers to an individual known for support of local development, particularly housing development. When discussing YIMBYism, it’s useful to note the specifics of the policies in question.