La Mesa Transit-Oriented Development under Senate Bill 79

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Senate Bill 79, the 'Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act,' is a state law effective July 1, 2026, mandating the construction of 2.5 million homes in California over eight years, focusing on multi-unit apartments near public transit to address housing shortages. The law affects properties within a half-mile radius of La Mesa's five San Diego Trolley stops, allowing higher-density multifamily housing projects with specific affordable housing requirements. La Mesa is preparing for implementation, evaluating options and potential exemptions, with local planning and coordination overseen by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG).