Exploring Upzoning as a Tool to Increase California’s Housing Supply
March 17, 2024 by As California’s housing crisis deepens, upzoning policies are emerging as a key strategy to increase housing supply, especially in areas near transit and employment hubs. The Urban Displacement Project and the Terner Center for Housing Innovation have collaborated to produce a series of research briefs that explore the potential benefits and risks of upzoning. These briefs aim to inform the ongoing legislative debate by examining how upzoning could impact housing availability, affordability, and neighborhood dynamics. By highlighting both the opportunities and challenges, the series seeks to foster a balanced and informed discussion on the role of upzoning in addressing California’s housing needs.