LA County’s rapid and sprawling development in the 1900s led to increased burdens on infrastructure, lengthened commute times, increased pollution, and placed housing in areas now known to be high fire-hazard areas. At the same time, housing production has failed to keep pace with housing demand, especially for affordable units.
By rethinking our land use and development standards, we can more effectively accommodate additional affordable housing and climate-resilient growth while protecting our low-income residents and small businesses from development-driven displacement.
Infill development, such as small-scale multifamily housing, combined with policy tools, such as rent stabilization, can enable existing community members to remain in their homes while providing more housing options for current and new residents through more compact, mixed-use development. Land use and development decisions in LA County should pursue outcomes that are inclusive, safe, healthy, accessible, and transit-oriented.
Ensure that public investments do not facilitate displacement, particularly of disadvantaged communities
Read more| Baseline | Progress | 2030 Target | 2035 Target | 2045 Target | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countywide | 17 cities and/or unincorporated communities had a Walk Score of 70 or higher as of 2019 Source: Walk Score |
27 cities and/or unincorporated communities had a Walk Score of 70 or higher as of 2024 |
Ensure that 30 cities and/or unincorporated communities have a Walk Score of 70 or higher |
Ensure that 35 cities and/or unincorporated communities have a Walk Score of 70 or higher |
Ensure that 45 cities and/or unincorporated communities have a Walk Score of 70 or higher |
| Countywide | 4,330 affordable units were granted certificates of occupancy in 2024, and 1,118 units were demolished or destroyed Source: California Department of Housing and Community Development |
New target, no progress update |
At least 1:1 replacement of demolished housing units with equally affordable units |
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