State lawmaker proposes 3D-printed homes to tackle Oklahoma’s housing crisis

An Oklahoma lawmaker is advocating for funding 3D-printed homes to address affordable housing issues. He plans to introduce legislation to expand the Affordable Housing Tax Credit to include these homes, which can be built quickly and cheaply. However, concerns exist about potential design defects and job displacement due to automation. Additionally, Oklahoma lacks statewide rent control and tenant protections, contributing to housing instability and evictions for low-income renters, raising doubts about the effectiveness of 3D-printed homes in solving these issues.