Summary
The council moved a first reading of a delay ordinance for the state's transit-oriented housing law, but narrowed it — dropping exemptions for higher-density multifamily zones and adding an 18-month sunset. Final action comes June 15 with three members recused.
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
More housing near transit could grow the property tax base the city says it desperately needs.
Historic preservation advocates and residents wary of rapid upzoning near transit.
Renters and prospective homeowners who testified the delay worsens the housing crisis.
Mentions & discussions (8)
City Council Meeting: - Jun 22, 2026
The council delayed the state's transit-oriented housing law for eligible and historic sites in Pasadena. One commenter warned the ordinance could send the wrong message given the city's housing shortfall, and asked the city attorney to verify the HCD notice requirement was met.
City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - Jun 22, 2026
The council adopted an ordinance delaying the state's transit-oriented housing law for eligible and historic sites. A commenter warned the city attorney should verify the HCD notice requirement was met, and another urged urgency on housing goals instead of delay.
City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - Jun 8, 2026
The council is deciding whether to pause the state's SB 79 law, which allows denser housing near Metro stations. Staff recommends a temporary delay to craft a local alternative plan; renters and pro-housing speakers urged no delay, while historic preservation voices supported protections. First reading passed with an 18-month sunset and a nine-month check-in.
City Council Meeting: - Jun 8, 2026
The council moved a first reading of a delay ordinance for the state's transit-oriented housing law, but narrowed it — dropping exemptions for higher-density multifamily zones and adding an 18-month sunset. Final action comes June 15 with three members recused.
For Pasadena City Council, housing project highlights ‘local control’ angst
For Pasadena City Council, housing project highlights ‘local control’ angst Pasadena Star News
City Council Meeting: (Audio Description) - May 18, 2026
The council pulled its SB 79 'Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act' delay ordinances due to potential conflicts of interest; they're expected back June 8 with renoticing.
City Council Meeting: - May 18, 2026
The council pulled three items related to delaying the state's Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act for certain sites, pending conflict-of-interest review, with return expected June 8.
California AG Says Pasadena Is Coming Into Compliance With State Housing Law
California AG Says Pasadena Is Coming Into Compliance With State Housing Law LAist
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