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10/29/2026

California Proposition 1: What Could It Mean for Housing Development? 🏘️

On November 3, 2026, California voters will decide on Proposition 1, a proposed $11.25 billion general obligation bond measure intended to fund housing affordability programs across the state.

The measure would allocate funding toward affordable rental housing construction and rehabilitation, supportive housing, veterans' home loans, homeownership assistance, and housing-related infrastructure.

Why does this matter to small builders and developers?

Prop. 1 could provide additional funding opportunities for eligible affordable housing developments through state-supported grants and low-cost loans. It also includes $500 million for housing-related infrastructure that could help support qualifying projects.

However, access to these funds would depend on specific program requirements, and the measure would carry estimated state repayment costs of $500 million–$600 million annually for approximately 25 years.

For California's building community, understanding how public financing programs operate is an important part of evaluating development opportunities and project feasibility.

Stay informed on housing policies and developments shaping California. Follow SBA for more updates and insights for the building community.

📌 Source: California Secretary of State | Legislative Analyst's Office
🔗 https://voterguide.sos.ca.gov/propositions/1

10/28/2026

California Proposition 37: What Could It Mean for New-Home Buyers and Builders? 🏡

California voters will also decide on Proposition 37 on November 3, 2026. The measure proposes a homebuyer assistance program funded through up to $25 billion in revenue bonds to help eligible Californians purchase qualifying newly constructed homes.

Under the proposal, eligible buyers could receive fixed-rate mortgage assistance covering up to 17% of a qualifying home's purchase price, with a minimum 3% buyer down payment.

Eligibility would depend on residency, income, primary occupancy, and property requirements, including county-specific home price limits.

Why is this relevant to small builders and developers?

Because the program focuses on qualifying new homes, it could introduce another financing option for eligible buyers considering newly constructed townhomes, condominiums, and other for-sale housing.

For builders, understanding these requirements could be useful when evaluating potential buyer demand, pricing, and project eligibility.

It's important to note that this is a loan, not a grant. Buyers would be responsible for repayment, and the program's actual effects on housing demand remain uncertain.

Stay informed on housing policies that could influence homeownership and residential development across California. Follow SBA for more updates.

📌 Source: California Secretary of State | Legislative Analyst's Office
🔗 https://voterguide.sos.ca.gov/propositions/37

10/27/2026

From a commercial strip mall to 35 new townhomes in Cupertino. 🏘️

Cupertino City Council has approved the redevelopment of the former Coach House property at 1655 South De Anza Boulevard and 7357 Prospect Road into a residential community featuring 35 townhomes, including five affordable units.

Led by Dividend Homes, the project will replace the existing commercial buildings with new for-sale housing.

What makes this development particularly relevant to small builders is its use of California’s SB 330 and State Density Bonus Law, demonstrating how state housing provisions can help shape redevelopment opportunities on existing commercial sites.

The project also highlights how developers are adapting land use and housing types to bring new residential projects forward in Silicon Valley.

Stay informed on the projects, policies, and development opportunities shaping the Bay Area. Follow SBA and join our growing builder community through the link in bio.

📌 Sources: City of Cupertino | Cupertino Matters

🔗 https://cupertinomatters.org/2026/10/october-20-2026-newsletter/

10/04/2026

What can you expect at the CSBA Membership Mixer? 👀🏗️

More than just exchanging business cards, we’re bringing together the people, businesses, and resources that make up our growing Bay Area building community.

Come meet CSBA members and Advisory Board members, connect with builders, contractors, architects, developers, vendors, investors, business owners, and other industry professionals, and discover new relationships and opportunities across the industry.

We’ll also have our corporate and event sponsors, vendor exhibits, fresh hot tacos and complimentary drinks, the Classic Car + Truck Showcase, and plenty of time to connect throughout the evening.

Swipe through for a look at what to expect, who you’ll meet, highlights from our CSBA community, and parking information before you join us.

📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Bedrosians Tile & Stone
2301 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95131

FREE and open to members and non-members.
👉 RSVP NOW & see you there: https://forms.gle/gzzRDJhC2ahzjUEP9

Vendor and sponsorship opportunities are still available.

09/29/2026

Our CSBA Membership Mixer for contractors, builders, and industry professionals is happening NEXT TUESDAY, and we’re at Bedrosians getting ready!

Tom Tran w/ CSBA and Vinh Vu w/ Bedrosians stopped by the venue to give you a quick look at where we’ll be hosting everyone on October 6th, Next Tuesday

We’re looking forward to bringing the construction/builders community together again, catch up with fellow members, meet new people in the industry, check out the Bedrosians showroom, enjoy fresh hot tacos, and don’t forget about our Classic Car + Truck Showcase! 🏁

📅 Tuesday, October 6 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Bedrosians Tile & Stone
2301 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95131

We’re just a week away. Come join us!
Scan the QR Code to RSVP

09/29/2026

CSBA is bringing the building community together again NEXT TUESDAY! 🏗️

Come meet the California Small Builders Association community! Connect with builders, contractors, subcontractors, architects, home industry vendors, investors, and other professionals shaping local housing.

With 700+ introductory members and 87K+ contractors in our Facebook community, CSBA continues to bring together professionals across the building industry. Come reconnect with the community, make new introductions, explore vendor booths, share what your business does, and discover how CSBA membership can lead to valuable conversations, local housing and construction insights, future events, and new opportunities.

You’ll also have a chance to tour Bedrosians’ showrooms and see tile and natural stone from around the world.

And this time, we’re adding something extra. 👀
🏁 Classic Car + Truck Showcase
🏆 Best Truck wins a $100 cash reward
🌮 Complimentary food & drinks (Fresh HOT Tacos!)
🏗️ Vendor exhibit area

Bring your business cards, enjoy fresh tacos, and showcase your ride at our classic car and truck display. Whether you’re a current member or curious about joining, we’d love to meet you.

📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Bedrosians Tile & Stone
2301 Junction Ave, San Jose, CA 95131

We’re one week away, Scan the QR code to RSVP!

08/27/2026

The San José City Council recently held its General Plan Four Year Review, including proposals that could create more housing opportunities within many of the city’s existing single family neighborhoods.

SBA President Tom Tran spoke before the City Council on behalf of our community of local builders, developers, and contractors, supporting increased SFR zoning density and more opportunities for missing-middle homeownership.

His message was simple: San José needs more attainable pathways to homeownership, while still respecting the neighborhoods we’re building in.

Consider a typical 8,000-square-foot lot. Today, it might be redeveloped into one large 3,000–4,000-square-foot home serving one family at a very high price point. With thoughtful zoning, that same lot could potentially accommodate three or four well-designed homes, spreading the land cost across multiple households and creating more attainable paths to ownership.

That is the opportunity behind missing-middle housing.

But more housing should not come at the expense of existing neighborhoods. Parking matters. Privacy matters. Trees matter. Good design matters.

Responsible development means creating homes that respect surrounding neighbors while addressing our housing shortage through practical parking, thoughtful layouts, quality architecture and landscaping, and attainable price points.

The question isn’t simply, “How many units can we build?”

It’s: How can we create more homes that working families can actually afford while still being good neighbors?

The City Council ultimately voted 8-3 to move forward with increased-density planning, with City staff tasked with developing an implementation plan through December 2027.

SBA will continue advocating for thoughtful housing solutions, responsible development, and more attainable homeownership opportunities.

Homeownership for ALL means giving more families the opportunity to stay here, work here, raise their families here, and own a piece of the communities they help build.

Join SBA at the next San José hearing and support the effort to create more attainable housing for all.

Watch the full City Council hearing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?

08/25/2026

228 new homes are coming to Palo Alto.

The Palo Alto City Council has approved a new residential development at 762 San Antonio Road, paving the way for an eight-story apartment community with 228 rental homes, including 30 deed-restricted affordable units.

What makes this project especially relevant to small builders is its redevelopment of an existing commercial property into housing an approach that continues to gain momentum as Bay Area cities look for new ways to increase housing supply.

The project also moved forward under California's Builder's Remedy, highlighting how state housing laws continue to shape residential development.

Beyond the approval itself, this project is another example of how commercial-to-residential redevelopment, housing policy, and local planning decisions are creating new opportunities for housing in high-demand communities.

It's a development worth following for builders, developers, architects, investors, and housing professionals looking to understand where the Bay Area housing market is headed.

Interested in joining the Small Builders Association?
Become part of a community dedicated to supporting small builders, developers, architects, investors, and housing professionals across the Bay Area.

Apply for membership here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbG5rvMnn-nJLY46MSOvCzU_--1jlrGYSGo5j1T9TwFB1Kgg/viewform?pli=1

Source: Palo Alto City Council

08/19/2026

San Jose is taking a broader look at the future of neighborhood housing density.

Following extensive public discussion, the San José City Council chose not to endorse a single proposal to increase residential density across single-family neighborhoods.

Instead, the Council directed city staff to evaluate multiple housing density scenarios, including 16, 24, and 32 units per acre along with parking requirements and other planning considerations before returning with a final recommendation.

The discussion is part of the city's Envision San José 2040 General Plan update, which aims to address long-term housing needs. San José is required to plan for more than 62,000 new housing units by 2031, while balancing affordability, neighborhood character, infrastructure, and community input.

What's next? City staff will continue evaluating the proposed density options and gathering community input before bringing a final recommendation back to the City Council. A final decision is expected in December 2027.

Why it matters: For builders, developers, architects, investors, and housing professionals, this decision keeps several housing density options on the table and signals that San José's approach to future neighborhood development is still evolving.

💬 What are your thoughts on the Council's decision to study multiple density options before selecting a final approach?

Follow the Small Builders Association (SBA) for housing policy updates, development news, and industry insights from across the Bay Area.

08/05/2026

The strongest communities aren't built overnight, they're built by people who choose to come together.

Over the past year, the Small Builders Association has grown into a community of 700+ members, bringing together builders, developers, architects, investors, and industry leaders with a shared commitment to shaping the future of housing.

Together, we've hosted industry events, welcomed expert speakers, built meaningful partnerships, and created opportunities to exchange ideas, gain valuable insights, and grow stronger as a community.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, stay ahead of industry trends, learn from experienced professionals, or connect with others who share your passion for building, SBA is a place where those opportunities come together.

This video isn't just a look back at our first year, it's a reflection of the relationships we've built, the knowledge we've shared, and the momentum we've created together.

To every member, speaker, partner, sponsor, and supporter, thank you for being part of this journey.

The foundation has been laid, but we're only getting started.

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