Beverly Hills is dragging its heels on a new building. The governor says: Build it

California officials are pressuring Beverly Hills to expedite a mixed-use development project aimed at addressing housing shortages, as state laws permit developers to bypass local opposition.

Local developer Leo Pustilnikov's project includes a 19-story building with a hotel and 165 apartments, 33 of which are designated for lower-income households, highlighting the need for affordable housing.

Under the "builder's remedy" law, California aims to facilitate housing developments by requiring cities to approve projects that allocate a portion for low-income residents, regardless of local zoning.

State authorities are insisting that Beverly Hills processes the development without delay, stating that inaction violates state housing laws and further exacerbates California's housing crisis.

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