Is Los Angeles Finally Addressing Its Traffic and Housing Crises?

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The Urbanist’s Lens

The Urbanist's Lens

22 episodes

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The Urbanist’s Lens takes you on a deep dive into the world of urban design and planning — exploring how cities are shaped, who they serve, and how they can be reimagined for a more sustainable and inclusive future. Each episode unpacks the layers of the built environment, from streetscapes and public spaces to zoning laws and urban policies, through the eyes of planners, architects, designers, and community leaders. Written and produced by Christian Andro Madrogaba

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The Urbanist’s Lens takes you on a deep dive into the world of urban design and planning — exploring how cities are shaped, who they serve, and how they can be reimagined for a more sustainable and inclusive future. Each episode unpacks the layers of the built environment, from streetscapes and public spaces to zoning laws and urban policies, through the eyes of planners, architects, designers, and community leaders. Written and produced by Christian Andro Madrogaba

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Is Los Angeles Finally Addressing Its Traffic and Housing Crises?

The Urbanist’s Lens

11 minutes 16 seconds

8 months ago

Is Los Angeles Finally Addressing Its Traffic and Housing Crises?

In this episode of The Urbanist’s Lens, hosts Drew and Andrea examine how Los Angeles is tackling its long-standing traffic congestion and housing affordability crises through zoning reforms and major transit infrastructure investments. They delve into the city's efforts to reimagine zoning laws, from loosening restrictions on multifamily housing to the impact of the Affordable Housing and High Road Jobs Act, and discuss how these changes aim to increase affordable housing supply. The conversation also highlights transformative transit projects, including the “Twenty-eight by '28” initiative and new light rail lines, exploring how improved connectivity can reshape urban mobility. Drew and Andrea unpack the complex interplay between housing density, public transit, and community resistance, offering insights into how Los Angeles is navigating the path toward a more equitable, sustainable, and livable city.

The Urbanist's Lens is written and produced by Andro Madrogaba.

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Albaryan, A. (2024, December 30). LA housing plan draws mixed reaction from residents. Spectrum News 1. Retrieved from https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/southern-california/housing/2024/12/28/la-housing-plan-draws-mixed-reaction-from-residents

Linton, J. (2024, October 30). Are officials protecting single-family-home zoning in LA?. LAist. Retrieved from https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/los-angeles-zoning-planning-department-recommendation-recap

Federal Transit Administration. (2024, August 14). Investing in America: Biden-Harris Administration announces $893.3 million grant to support new light rail in Los Angeles. U.S. Department of Transportation. Retrieved from https://www.transit.dot.gov/about/news/investing-america-biden-harris-administration-announces-8933-million-grant-support-new

Linton, J. (2024, October 30). Behind the LA zoning commission recommendation to leave 72% of city zoned for single-family homes. LAist. Retrieved from https://laist.com/news/housing-homelessness/los-angeles-zoning-planning-department-recommendation-recap

East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Transit Project. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_San_Fernando_Valley_Light_Rail_Transit_Project