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Residents split over SB 9 at Berkeley council; council majority opts for 'oppose unless amended' posture
Summary
Public commenters and several council members debated California Senate Bill 9 (upzoning/ministerial approvals) during an extended public comment period; speakers were sharply divided and council recorded multiple abstentions and votes opposing the bill unless amended.
Senate Bill 9 — state legislation that would permit ministerial approval of duplexes and lot splits in single‑family zones — was the subject of substantial public comment and council discussion at Berkeley’s June 15 meeting. The council considered a staff letter opposing SB 9 unless authors accept amendments; several council members registered 'no' or abstentions on the item and public commenters expressed strongly divergent views.
Public views: Dozens of callers weighed in. Supporters…
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