Building more housing is a top priority in these 10 YIMBY cities, Pacaso says

YIMBY towns are where homeowners and government officials alike champion the idea of new construction—saying “yes, in my backyard.” (Credit: Getty Images—1Shot Production)

You’ve heard of NIMBYs: the stubborn homeowners typically of large, overcrowded cities, who dismiss the idea of new affordable housing developments. "Not in my backyard,” they say, citing fear of an architectural eyesore or extra traffic. 

NIMBYism can put a damper on the work that needs to be done to combat the housing crisis across the U.S. The shortfall of new housing units in the U.S. ranges from 3 million to 6 million units, Lisa Sturtevant, chief economist with real estate listing service Bright MLS, previously told Fortune. That lack of new construction drives up rent and home prices, and makes it difficult for people to find affordable housing.