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Politics

Election Aftermath: We Still Need More Homes

Election Aftermath: We Still Need More Homes

The Homework: November 4, 2024

The Homework: November 4, 2024
Local Control

Unrepresentative Sample: How Public Meetings Weaken Fair Housing Outcomes

Unrepresentative Sample: How Public Meetings Weaken Fair Housing Outcomes

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Support Real Change: Vote

As a part of our work, we seek out elected leaders and candidates for office who are committed to solving the housing crisis, and are ready to advance legislation that helps us solve the housing shortage for Californians of all income levels. During election season, this includes backing pro-housing candidates with resources and support to help ensure the pro-housing point of view is represented in our Legislature.

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The 2024 California YIMBY Agenda

This year, our legislative team, along with grassroots leaders in the Housing Working Group, professional advocates in the Home Building Alliance, and our YIMBY partners, have put forth a solid legislative package. But one thing you’ll notice about this year’s raft of reforms: They’re largely focused on fine-tuning our past victories, and setting up bigger wins in the future.

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Implementing AB 1633 Webinar with Chris Elmendorf

Join California YIMBY’s Local and Regional Policy Programs Director Aaron Eckhouse and Professor Chris Elmendorf for this webinar explaining how cities can prepare to implement AB 1633’s reforms to environmental review.

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Yes In My Backyard

California YIMBY is a community of neighbors who welcome more neighbors.

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Legislation

12 Bills in 5 Years to Legalize 2.2M+ Homes

Our track record is clear: Our evidence-based movement of passionate YIMBYs and pro-housing allies are transforming housing policy across California.

12 Bills in 5 Years to Legalize 2.2M+ Homes
Research

Bringing Data to Life and Illustrating the Housing Landscape

Learn more about the state of housing in California by taking a look at California YIMBY’s research and maps.

Bringing Data to Life and Illustrating the Housing Landscape