How can recently enacted California housing laws be leveraged to create affordable, walkable communities that support equity, sustainability, and smart growth?
This session will demystify key legislation (e.g., Senate Bill 9, Senate Bill 684, and accessory dwelling unit policies) and offer practical guidance for navigating approvals, streamlining design, and aligning projects with community goals. Join us to gain actionable strategies for unlocking housing potential in urban and suburban contexts while advancing inclusive, livable neighborhoods.
Learning Objectives
- Review California housing laws that permit greater development on single family– and multifamily-zoned parcels.
- Find out how to analyze properties to increase the amount of housing while retaining existing built resources.
- Learn about lot split opportunities resulting in smaller, more affordable ownership properties.
- Delve into how increased housing density contributes to more walkable, economically vibrant communities.