The Palo Alto City Council opted not to take a position on Senator Josh Becker's SB 457, which targets the Builder's Remedy—a state law allowing unchecked development in cities failing to meet housing mandates. The council members wished for additional time to comprehend the bill, which they received shortly before their meeting. The urgency is underscored by a controversial development proposal in Menlo Park. Mayor Lauing highlighted the imbalance in job-to-housing ratios, emphasizing potential regional impacts. Council members are wary of the significant implications of uncontrolled urban development necessitated by state law.
Council members expressed support for addressing the Builder's Remedy, but needed more time to review SB 457, introduced by Sen. Josh Becker.
The Builder's Remedy enables significant developments by bypassing local regulations in cities lagging on their Housing Element, raising concerns about local impacts.
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