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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

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From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

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Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

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Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

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Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

Los Angeles’ emergency order blocks Senate Bill 9 lot-splits in fire-ravaged Pacific Palisades, restoring the single-family pattern that existed before the January inferno. The move underscores tensions between state housing law and local disaster realities.

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

Policy

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

Policy

Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

Los Angeles’ emergency order blocks Senate Bill 9 lot-splits in fire-ravaged Pacific Palisades, restoring the single-family pattern that existed before the January inferno. The move underscores tensions between state housing law and local disaster realities.

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy 09.15.25

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy 09.10.25

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy 09.09.25

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

Policy 08.26.25

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

Policy 08.21.25

Los Angeles Halts SB 9 Light-Density Housing in Fire Zones

Los Angeles’ emergency order blocks Senate Bill 9 lot-splits in fire-ravaged Pacific Palisades, restoring the single-family pattern that existed before the January inferno. The move underscores tensions between state housing law and local disaster realities.