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Laws Unlock 100,000-Home Potential, Multifamily Standouts, ICC Plans 2030

From state housing reforms and California HOA rules to affordable geothermal and energy-efficiency incentives, this week’s stories offer a snapshot of the housing industry. Ten state laws passed this year could potentially lead to 103,000 additional homes a year, according to a new American Enterprise Institute study. About half of the projected homes are accessory dwelling units. California and Washington account for the largest estimates, but the numbers are projections—not a guarantee of construction. The analysis points to how zoning and development changes could expand the range of homes builders can deliver.

California · 3d
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Petaluma’s Housing History Drives Modern Affordability Crisis

Decades of growth boundaries and surging land costs have transformed Petaluma from a working-class agricultural hub into one of the region’s most expensive housing markets. The Press Democrat reports decades after the city enacted growth limits in the 1970s, median home prices have surged near $900,000, pricing out many longtime families and local workers.

Petaluma, CA · 4d
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San Jose Developers Eye Six-Story, 59-Unit Supportive Housing Project Near Rose Garden

A proposed six-story building called Casa de Novo would bring 59 affordable residences to 2188 The Alameda in San Jose's Rose Garden district, replacing an existing hotel structure that currently houses 27 transitional housing units. At least half of the new residences would be set aside as permanent supportive apartments for people who have experienced homelessness.

San Jose, CA · 5d
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UC system buys five-star luxury hotel resort on San Mateo County coast

HALF MOON BAY — The University of California system bought its second notable hotel in just over a year with the purchase of The Ritz-Carlton along the San Mateo County coastline in Half Moon Bay, documents filed on Oct. 20 with the San Mateo County Recorder’s Office show.

San Mateo County, CA · 6d
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Marina neighbors' federal lawsuit could delay city-approved Safeway towers

San Francisco officials gave the development the go-ahead last week.

San Francisco, CA · 4d

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Trammell Crow Arm Eyes 200 Apartments on San Antonio Road in Palo Alto

720 San Antonio Rd. — Approximate Site of Proposed Apartment Project. A Trammell Crow affiliate wants to tear down a cluster of commercial buildings on San Antonio Road in Palo Alto and put up 200 apartments in their place. High Street Residential has asked the city to rezone the 720 San Antonio Road site from Service Commercial to Planned Community/Planned Home zoning, clearing the way for an eight-story residential building next to the AC Hotel Palo Alto.

Palo Alto, CA · 5d

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Sacramento: Becerra, Legislative Leaders Put Affordability First, but Details Remain Open

Gov.-elect Xavier Becerra met privately with Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) on Nov. 5 before the three appeared together at a news conference at the State Capitol. Gov.-elect Xavier Becerra met privately with Senate President Pro Tem Monique Limón (D-Santa...

California · 4d

Alameda Post

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Council Votes to Pursue Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Neptune Beach Surf Club

On November 4, City Council voted 4–1 at a special workshop to direct staff to pursue an exclusive negotiation agreement (ENA) with Neptune Beach Surf Club, which proposes to build a commercial wave pool at Enterprise Park on Alameda Point.

Alameda, CA · 5d

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When wealth meets wellness: SF’s young and rich are buying longevity sanctuaries

Marco Carvajal, 38, has big plans for a long life. The personal trainer turned real estate agent doesn’t drink and hits the gym for early-morning workouts six days a week. His longevity-minded lifestyle is something he has in common with his clients — except they happen to have a couple of million coming in to help.

San Francisco, CA · 5d

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San Francisco ‘social housing’ measure loses after heavy real-estate opposition

Prop. I would have created a dedicated fund for "social housing," but was defeated by a $2.8 million real-estate campaign. San Francisco ‘social housing’ measure loses after heavy real-estate opposition

San Francisco, CA · 5d

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Jones-Carter Declares Victory In Santa Rosa District 4 Council Race

Melanie Jones-Carter is poised to become the newest member of the Santa Rosa City Council after extending her lead in the District 4 contest. The Press Democrat reports according to the latest election returns, Jones-Carter holds nearly fifty-eight percent of the vote over opponent Terry Sanders, prompting her to declare victory in the city’s sole contested council race.

Santa Rosa, CA · 4d

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Huge Changes Coming to Popular Market in Pleasant Hill

PLEASANT HILL, CALIFORNIA — A popular neighborhood grocery store in Pleasant Hill is temporarily closed, but there’s good news for longtime customers: the store is preparing to reopen with a new name and another round of renovations. Pleasant Hill Market, located at 2397 Pleasant Hill Road near Gregory...

Pleasant Hill, CA · 4d

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UC System buys a Ritz-Carlton

Good morning, California. With the midterm firmly in the rearview ( at least here in California ), here's a story from USA TODAY's Noe Padilla that's sure to pique your curiosity. The UC System's investment arm just purchased a Ritz-Carlton in tony Half Moon Bay for $193 million . And it's not the only hotel purchase in the past year. Talk about a diverse portfolio. Why? Padilla rounds up what we know so far . Here's what else is going on across the Golden State. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: UC System buys a Ritz-Carlton

California · 4d

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Santa Rosa List Prices Fall While Homes Move Off the Market Faster

Santa Rosa list prices fell sharply, yet homes moved off the market faster, making it a tricky landscape for buyers to navigate.

Santa Rosa, CA · 4d

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Modesto Buyers Face a Tighter Pipeline Even as More Homes Are Available

Modesto sellers saw homes move off the market faster while fresh listings dried up, making it a tricky time for buyers to wait around.

Modesto, CA · 6d

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San Jose Buyers Have More Homes To Choose From As Prices Hold Firm

San Jose buyers found far more homes to choose from as inventory surged, yet prices held steady, keeping the market competitive.

San Jose, CA · 4d

The Voice of San Francisco

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City Hall this week: Street conditions in the Mission, rental scams and a new name for Cesar Chavez Street

San Francisco’s elected officials and commissions have a busy week ahead, with neighborhood conditions, public spending, and development among the issues on the agenda. Mayor Daniel Lurie will face questions from supervisors Tuesday about deteriorating street conditions in the Mission and the future of Crocker Amazon Park. Meanwhile, the Land Use and Transportation Committee considers […] The post City Hall this week: Street conditions in the Mission, rental scams and a new name for Cesar Chavez Street appeared first on The Voice of San Francisco .

San Francisco, CA · 6d

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Planning Commission rejects plan to save low income people from displacement

Sup. Chyanne Chen has introduced legislation that would require developers who demolish housing in vulnerable communities replace existing affordable units with new units at the same price. It’s a pretty basic concept. As Chen noted at a Planning Commission hearing Thursday, a developer who tears down a five-unit building in...

San Francisco, CA · 6d

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Marina Safeway project wins final city approval despite neighborhood outrage

The San Francisco Planning Department has given final approval to a plan to raze the Marina Safeway and replace it with a 22-story, 848-unit apartment building on a waterfront site zoned for 40 feet. In a Nov. 6 letter to developer Align Real Estate, planners said the project qualified for...

San Francisco, CA · 6d