Navigating SB 9 & SB 1123: New Housing Pathways for California Architects
California continues to reshape housing policy to accelerate residential development and increase housing supply. Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) and Senate Bill 1123 establish new pathways that allow qualifying residential projects to move through ministerial approval processes, reducing entitlement timelines while maintaining objective development standards.
This meeting is designed for architects, planners, designers, and housing professionals seeking a practical understanding of these evolving regulations. Participants will explore when SB 9 and SB 1123 apply, eligibility requirements, environmental and hazard-related site exclusions, local development standards, and the pre-review process used to evaluate project feasibility.
Beyond explaining the legislation, the session focuses on real-world application. You'll learn how to advise clients on housing strategies, evaluate whether projects qualify for streamlined approvals, understand the benefits and limitations of each law, and identify practical tools that help reduce entitlement risk and improve project delivery.
Whether you work on single-family infill housing, small-lot subdivisions, or residential development projects, this meeting provides actionable guidance to help you navigate California's changing housing landscape with confidence.
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About Speaker
Jake Malott is the Founder of Whitestone, a land use consulting and preconstruction management firm specializing in helping clients navigate the entitlement and permitting process for real estate development projects throughout Los Angeles. His work spans single-family and multifamily housing, restaurants, commercial developments, and land development, guiding projects from early feasibility through discretionary approvals and permitting.
Jake is passionate about shaping the built environment and collaborating with architects, designers, and developers to bring complex projects to life.