JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – In this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, Kent Justice interviews Ric Anderson from the Jacksonville Daily Record (JDR) about Jacksonville’s “missing middle” housing issue.
Anderson explains that this term refers to housing options like duplexes and triplexes, which fall between single-family homes and large apartment complexes. These options cater to those who cannot afford single-family homes but prefer alternatives to high-density apartments.
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The discussion highlights efforts to address this issue, including Councilman Rory Diamond’s proposed legislation to create a zoning overlay for missing middle housing within the Interstate 295 beltway.
A citizens' committee has also been studying the issue, aiming to make Jacksonville more resilient to environmental challenges and reduce urban sprawl. The legislation would not apply to deed-restricted properties or areas governed by homeowners associations.
Anderson also shares insights into the journalism process at the JDR and previews upcoming issues in Jacksonville, such as potential changes to the city’s trash fee.
The episode provides a comprehensive look at the collaborative efforts between city officials, developers, and the community to address housing development challenges in Jacksonville.