SB 79

August 28, 2025

Gerhard Mayer’s Call for Comprehensive Urban Change

As California’s legislature debates several zoning and building reforms, TPR spoke with acclaimed architect Gerhard Mayer both on the specific impact of single-staircase building reforms on Los Angeles' urban form and public health, and the urgent need for comprehensive changes to current planning dictum if the goal of City leaders is to incentivize the building of attractive, amenity-rich multifamily neighborhoods.

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