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Los Angeles County is rolling out a bold new plan to let nonprofits and affordable housing groups jump ahead in buying multifamily properties, aiming to keep housing out of big investors’ hands and slow rent spikes. Meanwhile, Orange County is cracking down on vacant buildings with fines for owners who let properties sit empty over 30 days—targeting safety and curb appeal. But these moves spark debate: advocates see them as vital community shields, while property owners warn of delays and market chill. Complicating things further, LA’s Measure ULA—designed to fund affordable housing—has slowed commercial deals and development, prompting new proposals like tax credits for mixed-use projects instead of blanket exemptions. The City Council’s pivot toward pilot programs signals a search for smarter, more flexible solutions.

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