Twin Cities suburbs make room for more dense housing to fill the ‘missing middle’
- Posted on July 19, 2026
- By Star Tribune
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Minnesota's Twin Cities suburbs are addressing housing affordability by embracing mixed-density residential developments. Communities including Golden Valley, Richfield, Bloomington, and St. Louis Park are reconsidering zoning regulations to permit duplexes and fourplexes in traditionally single-family neighborhoods. This strategic shift aims to bridge the housing gap by increasing supply of moderately-priced units, promoting sustainable urban development, and accommodating diverse household needs without compromising neighborhood character.
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