Dan Walters: Fairfax holdouts resist state rules speeding up multifamily housing
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Dan Walters: Fairfax holdouts resist state rules speeding up multifamily housing

E73 • Jul 13, 2025 • 3 mins

In this episode, Sandy MacKay introduces the topics and sets the stage for an in-depth discussion. The focus begins with California's multifamily housing challenges, particularly Marin County's resistance to new developments, highlighting the region's complex dynamics. The conversation then shifts to the ongoing debate between local control and state mandates, offering perspectives on how these tensions affect housing policies. Sandy also examines Ontario's growing housing demand, exploring the factors driving the market and potential strategies to address the needs. The episode provides valuable insights into the multifamily real estate landscape, emphasizing regional challenges and opportunities.

Key Points

  • California's push for multifamily housing faces strong resistance in affluent suburban communities, especially in Marin County.
  • Local control versus state mandates is a central issue in the conflict over multifamily housing development in Marin County.
  • Ontario cities like Hamilton and Kitchener-Waterloo are also seeing increased demand for multifamily developments due to population growth and the need for affordable housing.
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