YIMBY

[ yim-bee ]

abbreviation for

1. yes, in my backyard: used to express support by local citizens to the locating in their neighborhood of civic projects, such as the construction of new multiunit housing, the development of public transportation, or the rezoning of urban areas for mixed use, which other residents may view as detrimental to the neighborhood. Compare NIMBY ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of YIMBY¹

First recorded in 1995–2000

Example Sentences

You may also be familiar with Yimby, a word to describe supporters of new housing, meaning "yes in my back yard".

From BBC

The new MP for Eastbourne, Josh Babarinde, said he had been described as a Yimby.

From BBC

How the party manages the Nimby and Yimby voices within its ranks of 72 MPs will be one of the subplots of this Parliament.

From BBC

The bill’s backers include the California Building Industry Assn., the Housing Action Coalition and Yimby Action, according to the legislature’s bill analysis.

From Los Angeles Times

Is Biden a YIMBY, a “Yes in My Backyard” advocate for increasing housing supply?

From Los Angeles Times