Listen "He’s trying to overturn the Mansion Tax and SAVE LA housing (He might do it) | Mott Smith"
Episode Synopsis
How do you build affordable housing in a city known for red tape, high costs, and endless delays?In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Mott Smith, co-founder of Amped Kitchens and the Los Angeles Small Developer Collective, to discuss how smart policy, modular design, and process innovation can transform housing development in California.You’ll learn:- Why LA’s housing and permit systems are fundamentally broken- How Mott Smith helps small developers build smarter and faster- The impact of modular kitchens, ADUs, and adaptive reuse projects- What cities can learn from entrepreneurs and private sector innovation- How policy reform could unlock LA’s next housing boomWhether you’re a developer, policymaker, or housing advocate, this episode unpacks the complex relationship between regulation, creativity, and real-world solutions.Sponsor: https://aiforcrecollective.com/Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/#TheGroupCRE #MottSmith #HousingCrisis #UrbanDevelopment #RealEstatePodcast #TaylorAvakian #AffordableHousing #PolicyReform #UrbanPlanning #CRE
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