Missing Middle Housing is widely seen as key to addressing today’s housing shortage while preserving the walkable, human-scale character of our neighborhoods — so why is it still so hard to build? This panel brings together designers from WPA, Dills Architects, and GARC to explore the gap between concept and construction, using Norfolk’s Missing Middle Pattern Book as a case study. Panelists will discuss barriers such as zoning, financing, and perception, alongside tools like pre-approved plans and streamlined approvals. The session reframes the Missing Middle as a practical, scalable approach to expanding housing choice and supporting resilient communities.