Join Rebekah Kik, Deputy City Manager for the City of Kalamazoo, Michigan, as she explores how pre-approved housing plans can catalyze small-scale, community-led development. With a vision to “see our community building the community,” Kik has been instrumental in spearheading housing reform efforts in Kalamazoo. In partnership with organizations like the Incremental Development Alliance and regional government agencies, she has helped shape a housing strategy that removes barriers for local entrepreneurs.
In this session, Kik will walk through the mechanics and benefits of pre-approved housing plans, offering practical guidance for anyone aiming to empower local builders and boost resilient, neighborhood-scale growth. You’ll also hear about Strong Towns’ housing toolkits—a key resource you can use to transform the housing landscape in your city.
This workshop is worth 1 AICP continuing education credit.
This session is FREE for Strong Towns Members!
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This session is part of our 2025 Fall Local-Motive Tour, which includes 8 action-oriented, short-form workshops featuring inspiring leaders in the Strong Towns movement.
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