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After January’s fires, Palisades banned SB9 duplexes for safety; Altadena allows them for housing affordability.
After January’s fires in Los Angeles County, Pacific Palisades banned duplex construction under Senate Bill 9, citing safety and community concerns, while Altadena allows it, emphasizing housing affordability and flexibility.
The state law permits splitting single-family lots to build duplexes, sparking debate over density, emergency access, and neighborhood character.
Mayor Karen Bass supported the ban in Palisades, following Governor Newsom’s authorization for local suspensions in fire zones.
Altadena’s approach prioritizes rebuilding options, including fire-resistant, affordable homes, though critics worry about congestion and emergency response.
Después de los incendios de enero, Palisades prohibió los dúplex SB9 por motivos de seguridad; Altadena los permite por la asequibilidad de la vivienda.