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Title: Declaring Support For Proposed State Legislation Regarding Transparency Of Local Planning Review Processes Affecting The Creation Of New Housing (Housing Transparency Bill) (Baca, Rogers)
Summary
The Albuquerque City Council has introduced Council Bill M-25-7, which expresses support for the proposed Housing Transparency Bill. This legislation aims to enhance transparency in local planning review processes related to housing development. Key provisions require municipalities with populations over 30,000 to report quarterly on five essential data points, including development plan applications, approvals, processing times, and residential building permits. The bill addresses a significant housing shortage in Albuquerque, particularly for low-income households, and aims to streamline the permitting process, which can often delay housing projects. By increasing transparency, the City Council believes this reform will help expedite housing delivery and ultimately make homes more affordable for families in New Mexico.