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Los Angeles Times
L.A. Developers and the Housing Shortage
Los Angeles faces a severe housing shortage amid a nearly 30% decline in multifamily property values over five years, making new development financially unviable for many builders. Higher interest rates, increased taxes including a mansion tax, and rising construction costs have led developers to shift focus to smaller projects like ADUs and single-family homes, resulting in less dense housing. Construction has slowed significantly, with fewer units completed and under construction, while developers express caution due to diminished profits and ongoing economic pressures. Despite efforts to streamline permits and increase housing, market constraints and policy challenges continue to hinder large-scale development in the city.
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