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Tucson council declares housing and homelessness emergency to speed permitting and create shelter options
Summary
The City Council unanimously adopted an emergency declaration to expedite land‑use and permitting barriers for shelter, safe‑sleeping, safe‑parking and small/micro‑home projects; the declaration directs staff to streamline approvals and coordinate with nonprofits and faith groups.
The mayor and council unanimously adopted a housing and homelessness emergency declaration on Feb. 3 to accelerate city efforts to expand shelter capacity, safe sleeping and parking sites, and small/micro housing options.
Vice Mayor Santa Cruz, who sponsored the declaration, said the measure is intended to remove procedural hurdles and shorten timelines so community and faith partners can…
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