California Upzoning Bill SB 79: Big Promise, Bigger Questions
A historic housing bill sits on Gov. Newsom’s desk. It is bold and messy. It aims to let cities build higher near transit. But the devil is in the details — and in the carve-outs. Los Angeles Times This bill, Senate Bill 79, would override local zoning. It lets developers build up to nine stories […]
When Did Los Angeles Start Subdividing Lots to Build Two or Three Homes Deep?
Los Angeles has long embraced creative housing solutions—but the trend of building two or three homes deep on a single lot didn’t happen overnight. From early 1900s flag lots to modern-day ADUs and SB9 lot splits, the evolution of LA’s lot subdivision tells a story of shifting zoning, housing shortages, and legislative reforms.
