All individuals with disabilities can and should live in community given the appropriate supports they need to be successful.

NIMBY

NOT IN MY BACKYARD

Why NIMBY Exists

Fear

Distrust

Lack of Knowledge

Fear

Declining property values

Personal safety

The character of the neighborhood will change

If individuals with intellectual disabilities can move into my neighborhood, what about others

Distrust

Residents will not keep up the property to the standards of the neighborhood

Support staff will not ensure the safety of the neighborhood

Lack of Knowledge

No or limited understanding of the Fair Housing Act

Local government zoning policies in contradiction to the Fair Housing Act

HOA supporting actions in contradiction to the law

How To Combat NIMBY

Information and Discussion

Neighborhood Associations

Be a Good Neighbor

Get to Know Your Neighbors

How Do We Move Forward

Advocacy

Acceptance

Knowledge

Policies

Adherence to Laws

The acceptance of diversity within neighborhoods promotes our social ideal of a moral community that is

responsive to the need of its citizens. It breaks down stereotypes and allows us to acknowledge our responsibility to

promote the welfare of all citizens.

Opponents of affordable housing aren't all evil, and project sponsors aren't universally righteous. Through a

better understanding of citizens' moral concerns we can help neighbors appreciate the development of supportive housing within their

neighborhood.