The California Coastal Commission still wields significant influence after proposed housing development bills were weakened or shelved, reflecting strong public sentiment for coastal protection.
For nearly 50 years, the state Coastal Commission has regulated construction within the coastal zone, balancing developmental needs with the coast's public value and environmental fragility.
The attempted housing developments faced severe amendments that, according to Will Moore, policy director at Circulate San Diego, effectively negated the purpose of the legislation for increasing housing density.
Defenders of the commission argue that the coast's vulnerability to rising sea levels and its ecosystems necessitate stringent protections, keeping housing bills under tight scrutiny.
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