California governor signs criticized law to build apartments near public transit
By Brittney Sherman
A new law, SB 79, will allow apartment buildings up to nine stories near major transit stops by overriding local zoning limits. State leaders say the policy is meant to steer growth back toward urban, transit-rich areas and ease the housing shortage created by decades of low-density development. Supporters argue it will shorten commutes and expand affordable options, while critics worry about higher-density construction in established neighborhoods and potential fire-risk concerns. The bill reflects a long-running push by its author to promote dense, transit-oriented housing and more walkable “15-minute” communities across California.
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