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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.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

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Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

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Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.

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.

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

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Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.

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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.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Policy

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.

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.

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Policy

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.

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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.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy 09.10.25

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Policy 09.08.25

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.

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.

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Policy 08.21.25

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.