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LIRA
The State of the Nation’s Housing 2025
Accessory Dwelling Units
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Ben Demers

Gramlich Fellow

Ben Demers is a 2020 Gramlich Fellow and student research assistant at the Center. He is a dual degree student at the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) and the Graduate School of Design.

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The Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies strives to improve equitable access to decent, affordable homes in thriving communities. We conduct rigorous research to advance policy and practice, and we bring together diverse stakeholders to spark new ideas for addressing housing challenges. Through teaching and fellowships, we mentor and inspire the next generation of housing leaders.

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