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Laguna Beach hires consultant to study community land trust formation; some residents urge alternate models

2558622 · March 12, 2025
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The council approved hiring Harris & Associates (with supporting consultants) to lead formation planning for a community land trust (CLT). Public speakers and housing committee members urged different formation models and emphasized the need for a local, community‑driven board.

The Laguna Beach City Council approved a contract at its March 11 meeting to engage consultants to study and help form a community land trust (CLT) to preserve or create long‑term affordable housing in the city.

Staff said the selected team (Harris & Associates plus subconsultants) will run a condensed community engagement program, draft formation documents and analyze financial feasibility for a CLT…

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