ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses zoning by building envelope represents a more complete and conscious adaptation of our system of residential land-use to these new lifestyles and householding arrangements than do the incremental adjustments. When proposed by local planning commissions, legalization of accessory apartment conversions has often generated vocal opposition from home owners. There are two basic instruments the public sector can use to promote and control the development of housing: specialized financing programs and land-use regulations and building codes. In any given area, the financing instruments most suitable for promoting accessory conversions will depend on the characteristics of the population and housing market. Land-use regulations and building codes as instruments of control have three objectives: to limit the quantity of accessory conversions in order to prevent neighborhood change, to uphold prevailing standards of housing and neighborhood quality, and to protect public health and safety.
