California SB79 establishes transit-oriented development standards to increase housing supply near transit stops.

California SB79 creates streamlined development standards for housing near transit stops to address the state's housing shortage. It allows housing developments within one-half mile of transit stops to be exempt from certain local zoning requirements if they meet density and affordability standards. Developments within one-quarter mile of transit stops can receive additional height and density bonuses. The bill aims to increase housing supply in transit-rich areas to reduce costs and promote sustainability.

California SB79 establishes transit-oriented development standards to increase housing supply near transit stops.

California SB79 creates streamlined development standards for housing near transit stops to address the state's housing shortage. It allows housing developments within one-half mile of transit stops to be exempt from certain local zoning requirements if they meet density and affordability standards. Developments within one-quarter mile of transit stops can receive additional height and density bonuses. The bill aims to increase housing supply in transit-rich areas to reduce costs and promote sustainability.