"Yimby" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
YIMBY stands for "Yes In My Backyard". It's a term commonly used in urban planning and real estate, referring to individuals or groups who advocate for denser, market-based development, and liberal zoning regulations. YIMBYs often argue that increasing housing supply through density will help to lower housing costs, improve affordability, and revitalize urban areas.
YIMBY (Yes In My Back Yard) Examples
I'm a YIMBY when it comes to new public transportation projects; I think they're essential for our city's growth.
As a YIMBY, I'm attending the city council meeting to advocate for the construction of a new apartment building in my neighborhood.
I'm a YIMBY when it comes to accepting refugees, but I also think we need to make sure we have enough resources to help them settle.
My hometown is getting a bit overcrowded, but I'm a YIMBY when it comes to new businesses opening up, as long as they're sustainable.
My city is debating zoning laws to accommodate more housing, and as a YIMBY, I think it's a step in the right direction.