Usually means: Advocates for increased local housing.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (Yimby)

noun:  Someone who endorses development (especially the construction of more housing) near them.
adjective:  Supporting nearby development (especially the construction of more housing).
noun:  Alternative letter-case form of YIMBY [Someone who endorses development (especially the construction of more housing) near them.]

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