Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order on Wednesday to prevent overcrowding in the rebuilding of the Pacific Palisades.
The order weakens Senate Bill 9 (SB 9), which was signed into law to help address homelessness and California’s housing crisis. The state bill — which was signed into law four years ago — would build more housing on lots that used to hold just one home. Palisades neighbors are concerned about over-density and the ability to safely evacuate.
The executive order will allow local governments to limit SB 9, specifically in high fire danger areas…