Odd Lots · Monday, September 28, 2026
Bill McBride highlighted that zoning regulations are a primary concern for home builders, stating that changing zoning laws is 'really hard.' He noted that while California has passed laws like ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) initiatives, they only provide a small increase in housing stock, and actual zoning reform is crucial to address the ongoing housing crisis.
“So I think getting zoning changed. I mean, you know, we've passed some things in California. California has.”
“But the ADU laws. Yeah.”
“ADUs are really taking off in a lot of parts of California. Yeah, Now, the only problem is that's a. Small increase to the housing stock. But, you know, actual zoning is really– changing zoning is really hard.”
“Policy and zoning and regulatory issues are the number one thing I hear from home builders.”