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Municipalities create these programs to provide builders and homeowners with access to standardized designs that meet local housing requirements. The programs also incentivize less‑common (but needed) housing types like Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), duplexes, and house‑sized multi‑unit buildings, as well as small detached houses.
Though this program is available for use citywide, the plans were selected to fit the specific needs of infill lots within near‑downtown neighborhoods, which are often the most difficult infill sites because lots are commonly narrower and smaller than modern lots.
Because plans in the Catalog are pre‑approved by the City, users get a shortcut through the most time‑consuming and expensive parts of pre‑development and thus reduce soft costs for builders, save city staff considerable review time, and allow homes to move from concept to construction at a much faster pace.
For small‑scale builders, homeowners, or neighborhood‑based investors, this clarity and efficiency can mean the difference between a project that pencils out and one that never leaves the drawing board.
The program also reduces barriers for folks who are new to development. Instead of requiring expensive, custom design work or deep technical expertise, the Catalog provides clear, construction‑ready plans that comply with Tulsa’s codes and lot patterns.
This makes it easier for everyday Tulsans—whether a homeowner building an accessory dwelling, a small contractor adding a duplex, or a neighborhood group activating vacant lots—to participate in the development process.
Infill development through the T‑Town HOME Catalog not only increases housing supply but also strengthens the city’s fiscal position. More households contribute to the tax base without the burden of new infrastructure, ensuring that Tulsa’s neighborhoods can remain resilient and well‑maintained. By directing growth into already platted lots, the program helps transform underutilized land into productive, affordable housing while preserving the city’s sense of place.
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