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If enough red tape was cleared it would be common in SF too. But the regulatory environment is so oppressive that it’s not worth doing a project unless it’s goi
by burlesona 5y ago
If enough red tape was cleared it would be common in SF too. But the regulatory environment is so oppressive that it’s not worth doing a project unless it’s going to be a huge money-maker, which generally means large-scale.
Changing the zoning is a good first step, but not the only (or even the most significant) obstacle.
- imtringued 5y agoIt sounds like the problem isn't just the law but also the frivolous interruptions that delay permitting. Those aren't written into the law but they still matter a great deal.
- s1artibartfast 5y agoIt can take 250k in permits and 5 years just to renovate a duplex. It is insane