Regarding the Nov. 25 editorial, "Where a 'home for everyone' collides with 'not in my neighborhood,'" the characterization of the debate over the residential infill proposal as conservative vs. progressive is naive and uninformed.

All of us who live in Portland know the city is growing and those who currently live here and future residents will need a place to live. This editorial is missing the perspective about how additional growth should occur.

Based on available evidence, there is sufficient buildable property remaining to satisfy most if not all of the future growth that is projected. Accessory dwelling units and duplexes on corner lots in single family neighborhoods are currently permitted in Portland, but less than 5 percent of new duplexes allowed have been built.

ADUs are seemingly more attractive, given that about 1,800 have been permitted in the last decade. Those options can add significant additional housing.

Single family homes and neighborhoods are desirable and can absorb more density, but the infill proposal is an overly aggressive attempt to rezone many of them. To label single-family home owners as "not in my backyard" is grossly inaccurate.

I have preserved a 1921 bungalow in Southwest Portland on a corner lot which could easily be torn down in favor of a large home. I value the yard, trees and environment, as do my neighbors. Some of them are building ADUs.

Planning for growth should be done carefully and based on evidence. Unfortunately, the current infill proposal is neither careful nor evidence-based.

Susan King, Southwest Portland