California’s Proposition 45 Brings the Sprawl Debate Back

New York Times - Oct 15, 2026

Among the measures up for a vote in November is one that would amend the state’s landmark environmental law and make it easier to build large housing developments outside cities.

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California’s Proposition 45 Brings the Sprawl Debate Back

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