Tackling California’s Affordable Housing Shortage: The Case of Lorena Plaza
California’s affordable housing shortage has been a persistent issue for years, with Los Angeles experiencing significant delays in constructing the Lorena Plaza project. Mayor Karen Bass has prioritized streamlining project approvals and implementing policy reforms. Recent changes in the state aim to expedite construction processes for affordable housing projects. While progress is being made, challenges remain, and further efforts are needed to address the housing crisis in California.