California’s Senate Bill 79 (Wiener), the Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act, requires cities to allow denser, multi-story housing developments near major public transit stops. Projects will need to meet requirements including density, height, unit size, and labor standards to be eligible for SB 79 benefits. The bill dramatically expands where housing is allowed and the densities at which housing can be built.
This is important because transit-oriented development (TOD) provides homes for people closer to where they work and alternatives to travel by car, reducing traffic and greenhouse gas emissions. SB 79 will also help cities prepare for the next housing element by expanding capacity for residential development now.
Join us for an engaging discussion about shaping the implentation of SB 79 to benefit our local communities!
SV@Home’s Policy in Action @ Home series (PIA) is a monthly, informal discussion convening Housers to engage on hot housing topics. Every month, we select a topic or current event, bring in an expert to give a brief presentation or interview, and then open up the discussion to ask questions, float new ideas, and identify potential areas for shared action.
SV@Home strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email events@siliconvalleyathome.org