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La Mesa launches ADU designs and reports surge in permits as council approves center refresh

City of La Mesa · March 11, 2026
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Mayor Mark Rapistathis announced five pre‑approved ADU designs to speed housing construction, said the city issued 1,500 permits in 2025, and reported City Council approval of Grossmont Center's refresh plan while noting commercial expansion activity.

Mayor Mark Rapistathis said the city launched five new pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) designs to "offer residents faster and more affordable options for building housing." He tied that step to robust development activity, reporting that the city…

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