Bill Brand

Mayor of Redondo Beach

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Some cities are trying to curb California’s new “duplex law” that takes effect in 2022, though proponents say it will provide relief for the state’s homelessness crisis.

Changes are coming to CA’s zoning rules. Some cities are resisting

Some cities are trying to curb California’s new “duplex law” that takes effect in 2022, though proponents say it will provide relief for the state’s homelessness crisis.

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