Statewide densification effort fails again in California


California lawmakers failed to pass high-profile legislation on Wednesday to dramatically increase homebuilding in the state [...] Senate Bill 50, which would allow construction of mid-rise apartment complexes near transit and job centers and fourplexes in most single-family neighborhoods throughout California, was opposed by state senators who said the measure took too much power away from local governments and failed to sufficiently address low-income housing needs.



The bill, which could increase residential densities for properties located near rapid transit, was defeated as nine Los Angeles-area state senators voted against the effort. 

The bill is part of California's so far hit-and-miss push to increase housing production in the state as housing un-affordability and homelessness surge. Last year, California passed a slate of measured reforms aimed at addressing the crisis, including effectively ending single-family zoning in the state. Governor Gavin Newsom has stated an aim to build 3.5 million new homes by 2025, a goal that is looking increasingly out of reach. 

AIA|LA is holding a meeting this week to discuss whether to announce support for the measure. 

Antonio Pacheco via Archinect - News http://bit.ly/2Oc3U8O

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