California approves SB 79 to boost dense housing near transit hubs
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California lawmakers approved SB 79, a landmark bill that overrides local zoning laws to allow denser housing near transit hubs, aiming to address the state's housing shortage by enabling taller buildings in designated areas, though it faces opposition from some local officials and residents.
- California lawmakers pass SB 79, housing bill that brings dense housing to transit hubs Los Angeles Times
- Historic Housing Legislation Passes in California. SB 79 Culminates Eight-Year Fight to Legalize Homes Near Transit. California YIMBY
- SB 79 Passes Assembly, Still Needs Senate “Concurrence” Before the Governor’s Desk Streetsblog California
- Breakthrough on California housing could put taller buildings in single-family neighborhoods CalMatters
- Contentious housing bill narrowly clears California statehouse Politico
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