Clayton Introduces First CrossMod Homes in Atlanta, Showcasing How Flexible Zoning Policies Can Provide Attainable Homeownership in Urban Areas
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Flexible Zoning Policies for Off-site Built Housing Can Help More Families in U.S. Cities
Clayton, a leading national builder of single-family attainable housing, partnered with Georgia Manufactured Housing Association to unveil a new urban infill project showcasing two Clayton Built CrossMod homes developed by Iron Horse Communities, the first of their kind within the Atlanta perimeter. CrossMod homes combine off-site construction with site-built features, making the first of their kind within the Atlanta perimeter. CrossMod homes combine off-site construction with site-built features, making them indistinguishable from a traditional site-built home. These homes are uniquely positioned to help increase housing inventory while tackling restrictive urban zoning policies that have limited the acceptance of off-site built housing in the past.
The two Clayton CrossMod homes in Atlanta are eBuilt homes, which are built to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home specifications and are estimated to save homeowners up to 50% on their annual energy costs, allowing homeowners to save more money over the lifetime of their home.
As the housing shortage in the United States persists, home builders like Clayton are identifying innovative solutions to help families achieve homeownership. CrossMod homes are built off-site in home building facilities and finished on-site with a foundation, garage and porches. The city of Atlanta allows off-site built homes within city limits so long as the homes are secured to a permanent foundation. This zoning ordinance is an example of flexible legislation that can increase attainable homeownership opportunities in high-growth cities across the country.
Urban infill solutions allow single-family home builders like Clayton to develop previously vacant properties within established neighborhoods, opening up more housing opportunities in densely populated cities without putting a burden on existing infrastructure and resources. The two homes, which match the scale and aesthetics of existing homes in the area, blend seamlessly into the surrounding neighborhood.
CrossMod has the potential to be a viable solution to homebuyers seeking attainable homeownership in growing cities like Atlanta. By leveraging the efficiencies of off-site construction, CrossMod customers can quickly receive a more attainable, energy efficient home, opening up more homeownership opportunities to individuals and families in cities across the nation.
About Clayton
Founded in 1956, Clayton is committed to opening doors to a better life and building happiness through homeownership. A Berkshire Hathaway company, Clayton is a leading single-family home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. The company’s portfolio includes a comprehensive range of site-built, off-site, Tiny, CrossMod and modular housing. In 2022, Clayton built 62,620 homes across the country.
CrossMod is a registered trademark of the Manufactured Housing Institute
