Is Trump correct in stating that Pacific Palisades is promoting affordable housing?
In a bid to address the housing crisis in California, Governor Gavin Newsom's office, in conjunction with the California Department of Housing and Community Development, announced a $101 million fund to support the development of affordable multifamily rental housing projects. These projects, ready to break ground immediately, will prioritise residents displaced by the January firestorm and will be located near L.A. County burn scars.
However, the rebuilding process in fire-ravaged areas has not been without its challenges. According to a report by The Times, as of six months after the fires, more than 800 homeowners in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Malibu, and Pasadena had applied for rebuilding permits. Yet, at least 145 homeowners had received approval to start construction on major repairs or replacement of their homes. It's worth noting that the exact number of homeowners who have started construction on their homes is less than the number who have received approval.
The city of Los Angeles, under Mayor Karen Bass, has not prioritised new low-income housing projects over Californians rebuilding after the federal permits were issued. In a move that has raised concerns, Mayor Bass has banned duplex project applications within the Palisades burn zone, and applications for new urban lot splits and two-unit developments are also prohibited by an emergency order.
Local officials have voiced their concerns, leading to an executive order by Newsom's office giving local governments the ability to limit housing development in areas affected by the January firestorm. This decision was met with a swift response from Newsom's social media team, who labelled President Trump's claim regarding low-income housing developments in Pacific Palisades as "A straight up lie."
It's important to note that the report does not specify the source of the federal permits mentioned in Trump's Truth Social post, nor does it provide information on the status of new low-income housing projects in Pacific Palisades. Furthermore, the state does not issue housing permits; local cities and counties are responsible for this process, with the Department of City Planning in Los Angeles approving building permits for rebuilds in Pacific Palisades.
The report does not provide information on the status of duplex project applications within the Palisades burn zone, as this is a separate issue from the state funding for affordable housing projects.
In conclusion, while the state is providing funding for affordable housing projects, the rebuilding process in fire-affected areas continues to face challenges. The ban on certain housing development applications in the Palisades burn zone, along with the discrepancy between permit applications and approvals, highlight the complexities involved in the rebuilding process.
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