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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 6h

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Bobak Esfandiari @bobakesfandiari.com · 7h

Couldn't be prouder of my friends at @yimbyaction.bsky.social for their tireless organizing and tenacity in pushing to build the movement that supported @scottwiener.bsky.social in getting this across the finish line.

We say YES to more homes, and we say YES to ending the housing shortage!

Joe Cohen @cohenhouse.bsky.social · 8h

WE DID IT!!!

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 7h

If you want to be in the know on how YIMBYs can help with the implementation of SB 79, be sure to join our email list and get involved with your local YIMBY chapter.

Our advocacy is how we build the political willpower to build more homes!

Get involved at yimbyaction.org/join today 👇

YIMBY Action

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 7h

We're going to need all hands on deck to make sure that NIMBY cities are held accountable for doing their part to build new homes instead of trying to wriggle out of their responsibility.

Our watchdogs are crucial in ensuring that laws like SB 79 are effectively implemented to get homes built.

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 7h

🚨HUGE HOUSING NEWS🚨

@cagovernornewsom.bsky.social has signed SB 79 into law! 🥳

SB 79 means that big cities who don't plan for apartments, condos, and other multi-family homes near transit will have some of their land upzoned by the State.

This is a huge deal, BUT our work isn't done 👀

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 10h

Today on NIMBY news, residents in Cupertino are banding together to stop affordable housing.

So what could be SO important that we need to block affordable housing in one of the wealthiest areas in the nation?

Parking spots!

This is why we need more YIMBYism 🤦
sanjosespotlight.com/cupertino-re...

Cupertino residents oppose affordable housing project - San José Spotlight

One of the first 100% affordable housing developments in Cupertino poised to serve some of the community’s most vulnerable residents is drawing backlash from the surrounding neighborhood.

sanjosespotlight.com

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Doug Gordon @brooklynspoke.bsky.social · 4d

San Francisco! Don't miss out on our live show with @yimbyaction.bsky.social on October 25th. We're so excited to come to the Bay Area to kick off our book tour.

Jane Natoli 🥑🚲🍍 @wafoli.bsky.social · 8d

On 10/25, @yimbyaction.bsky.social and @thewaroncars.bsky.social are teaming up to bring Life After Cars to San Francisco.

This live show and book launch will explore how housing, climate, and transportation intersect to shape the future of our cities.

Tickets here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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Jane Natoli 🥑🚲🍍 @wafoli.bsky.social · 8d

On 10/25, @yimbyaction.bsky.social and @thewaroncars.bsky.social are teaming up to bring Life After Cars to San Francisco.

This live show and book launch will explore how housing, climate, and transportation intersect to shape the future of our cities.

Tickets here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 8d

We'll go first:

An unexpectedly effective platform for finding folks who are primed to plug in IRL to pro-housing advocacy is Reddit 👀

One of our @abundanthousingil.bsky.social volunteer leaders just dropped a guest blog on how to optimize there 👇

yimbyaction.org/blog/pro-hou...

Pro-Housing Power Building: 4 Ways to Build a Pro-Housing Presence on Reddit

Welcome to the latest edition Pro-Housing Power Building! This time, we're teaching you how to grow your YIMBY activist base online using the power of Reddit.

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 8d

Alright, YIMBYs. Here's a debate topic for you:

Which social media platform is the best for growing your base of local advocates as you push for reform in your neighborhood?

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 8d

@warren.senate.gov gets it! We need more leaders at all levels of government to get on board with more housing options for families!

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Max Dubler 🏳️‍🌈 @maxdubler.com · 8d

Today would be a great day for @gavinnewsom.bsky.social to sign WB 79.

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 8d

Cannot imagine saying housing for seniors clashes with the heart and soul of a city 💀

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 8d

Everyone say, "thank you, state housing laws and legal enforcement " 👏

Jordan Grimes @cafedujord.bsky.social · 8d

Once again, state housing laws get the goods in California!

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 10d

YIMBYs were SUPER active this month. Check out what our members have been up to in September!

YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 14d

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are the underrated pro-housing tool we want to shout out today!

Our new guest blog by Juan Castillo is a great resource for anyone who is unfamiliar with ADUs to explain why they're so important and how we can get more built!

yimbyaction.org/blog/tiny-ho...

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Drake Warren for Cook County Commissioner @drakefor10.bsky.social · 14d

It was a blast talking on the Infill podcast about my Chicago story, why I’m running, and getting our city back on a winning streak. Go give it a listen!

open.spotify.com/episode/7yBe...

YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 14d

🚨New Episode of Infill Just Dropped 🚨

On this episode, we chat with @drakefor10.bsky.social, a member of our @abundanthousingil.bsky.social chapter, about his efforts to make housing in Chicago more affordable by bringing his YIMBY ideas to local government.

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 14d

🚨New Episode of Infill Just Dropped 🚨

On this episode, we chat with @drakefor10.bsky.social, a member of our @abundanthousingil.bsky.social chapter, about his efforts to make housing in Chicago more affordable by bringing his YIMBY ideas to local government.

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h...

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Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia @homeofva.bsky.social · 15d

📣 In Newport News, we joined @yimbyaction.bsky.social and Del. Shelly Simonds to push for housing solutions.

“We need to build housing like the emergency it is.” —Laura Dobbs, HOME of VA

📰 Coverage: WHRO www.whro.org/business-gro... | VA-Pilot www.pilotonline.com/2025/09/23/v...

#HousingForAll

Newport News delegate pitches ban on parking minimums to ease housing squeeze

A recent survey showed people across the state want lawmakers to take action to address the housing shortage.

www.whro.org

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 17d

Read the full statement from SF YIMBY to learn more about the Family Zoning plan: www.sfyimby.org/blog/fzp-pas...

City Planning Passes Massive Rezoning Plan, SF YIMBY Celebrates Milestone in Unlocking Tens of Thousands of Homes Across the City

www.sfyimby.org

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 17d

#YIMBYWin 🥳

Our @sfyimby.bsky.social is celebrating a major milestone for a massive rezoning that could unlock tens of thousands of new homes across San Francisco 👏

The plan has several more milestones to hit before it becomes law, but we know YIMBYs will continue to show up to support! 🔥

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 17d

🚨 Alright, YIMBYs! If you live in California, and you want to see more homes near public transit, here's what you need to do:

SB 79 is on the desk of @governor.ca.gov. We need you to call the Governor TODAY and ask him to sign!

Need help? We've got you covered 👇
actionnetwork.org/call_campaig...

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Abundant Housing Illinois @abundanthousingil.bsky.social · 18d

Chicago City Council will vote on legalizing ADUs citywide this Thursday!

Call your alder and let them know we need incremental housing solutions like ADUs to tackle our housing shortage and support Chicago families.

youtube.com/shorts/oeuB8...

We Need Incremental Housing in Chicago

YouTube video by Abundant Housing Illinois

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 18d

Why does it feel like nothing ever gets built?

Author Marc Dunkelman joins Sonja Trauss on Infill to explain how our rules and processes stall housing, and how we can break the gridlock. 🎧

Tune in to their conversation on the latest episode 👇
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w...

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YIMBY Action @yimbyaction.bsky.social · 18d

Today is Car Free Day!

If possible, try using alternatives to driving today, such as walking, biking, or public transit. 🚶‍♂️ 🚴‍♂️ 🚌

YIMBYs, take this day as an excuse to talk up the benefits of walkable communities to everyone you see today! 🥳

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