YIMBY-backed Raman seeks to beat LA Mayor Bass on housing
Los Angeles ordinances that took effect June 30 hold off full SB 79 compliance citywide until 2030, which Raman opposed
Los Angeles City Councilmember and mayoral candidate, Raman, is positioning himself as a champion of housing development, taking on incumbent Mayor Bass over the city's approach to addressing the housing crisis. Raman's opposition to ordinances that delay full compliance with State Bill 79 until 2030 reflects his commitment to increasing the housing supply, a key concern for residents struggling with high rents and lease prices.
The ordinances in question, which took effect on June 30, allow the city to phase in SB 79 requirements, giving developers more time to adjust to new regulations. While the city argues this will help manage growth and ensure that new developments align with community needs, Raman and YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) supporters see it as a hindrance to much-needed housing production. This disagreement highlights the tension between the need for more housing and concerns about growth, density, and community character.
As the mayoral race heats up, leaseholders and renters will be watching to see how Raman and Mayor Bass differentiate their approaches to housing policy. Will Raman's pro-housing stance resonate with voters, or will Mayor Bass's more measured approach prevail? Keep an eye on how the candidates' proposals for housing development, rent control, and tenant protections evolve in the coming months, and how they might impact the city's leasing market and affordability landscape.
Originally reported by housingwire.com. LeaseNews adds analysis for real estate & property readers.