New California legislation allows religious and educational institutions to bypass zoning rules
An Inglewood church has taken the steps to begin developing affordable housing units, inspiring other congregations to do the same.
By Ted Chen • Published January 2, 2024 • Updated on January 3, 2024 at 6:13 am
New legislation in California has granted churches and colleges the authority to construct affordable housing projects on their property and allowing them to bypass local zoning regulations.
Rev. Victor Cyrus-Franklin from Inglewood First United Methodist Church plans to transform unused classrooms to build 60 units of affordable housing.
“We’re here because our tradition teaches us Jesus says love your neighbors and what better way to love our neighbors then to make sure we can all afford to live here,” said Cyrus-Franklin. “Faith communities own so much land, so much real estate.”
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