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fromStreetsblog
4 months agoWiener's Controversial Legislation to Upzone Near Transit Keeps Moving with One Major Change - Streetsblog California
SB 79 aims to facilitate housing near high-quality transit locations, allowing for taller buildings.
The bill's journey reflects unusual bipartisan support despite opposition from key committee chairs.
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours agoA historic housing bill is on Newsom's desk. Cities are scrambling to figure out how it works
Under the bill, developers would be permitted to build up to nine-story residential buildings adjacent to subway stops, seven stories within a quarter mile of them and six stories within a half-mile of them - overriding local planning and zoning rules. SB 79 would also allow residential buildings that reach five to eight stories near light rail and dedicated bus lanes, depending on how close a piece of property is to a particular station or bus stop.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks agoWalters: Political friction percolates over housing policy, workers comp payouts
State attempts to override local control for high-density housing near transit intensify conflict with California cities, provoking local opposition despite housing shortfalls.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month agoState bill to increase housing near transit draws scrutiny in Mountain View - San Jose Spotlight
Senate Bill 79 would mandate denser, taller housing within a half-mile of major transit stops, prompting support from housing groups and local opposition over zoning and preservation.
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