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Appendix B: Community Input Summary Everett Housing Action Plan B-3 • Other: Some respondents supported other housing types such as micro-housing, single resident occupancy units (SRO) and tiny homes in the city. Cottage developments were somewhat supported by participants along with requiring sustainable building practices and ensuring healthy communities. Many participants expressed the need to provide housing opportunities specifically for young families and seniors. There were clearly differing opinions about how the city should add housing as well as where and what types. While some felt it important to open up neighborhoods to allow more opportunities for future residents, many felt that it was critical to maintain the established neighborhood character. There was some acknowledgement that a limited amount of different housing types may be able to fit into single- family neighborhoods with good design guidelines. Additional outreach sessions were held with the Diversity Board, Council of Neighborhoods, and Everett Faith in Action. A summary of feedback is provided below: 2. OTHER COMMUNITY OUTREACH SESSIONS Council of Neighborhoods The majority of committee members acknowledged the need for more housing types other than single family homes. It was recognized the community lacked adequate housing for both homeownership and rental units and that affordability is a key issue. Everett Faith in Action – February 4, 2021 Group members discussed the significant housing challenges in the community and agreed that more housing choices were needed. They indicated that Everett Faith in Action members have been focused on homelessness and finding solutions for more housing options to support people living on the streets. Diversity Board – February 22, 2021 Diversity Board Members discussed the high need of affordable housing for low income families and individuals. A member described circumstance where landlords are not renewing leases because they can demand higher rents in this market, therefore people are being shut out of apartments. Board members acknowledged that more variety of housing choices are needed across the spectrum including: • Homeless shelters; • Accessory dwelling units; • Smaller apartment units; • Multifamily (members noted that noise is one of the environmental issues in higher density around major corridors and should be considered in designing multifamily developments). Concerns were expressed about the wealth disparities in the community and the importance of supporting homeownership in a diverse community. Using community owned properties to provide