Council resolves long-standing dispute with The Ranch at Cross Creek

The Malibu Times
Prolonged negotiations conclude with agreement, clearing the path for development of empty retail center By Barbara Burke Special to The Malibu Times It was one of those moments inherent in local politics when those whom Malibuites elected to represent them had to make a tough call.
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Stop worrying, NIMBYS — affordable housing shouldn’t squash your property values

Los Angeles Times on MSN.com
In the mustard-colored building, Marin Ceja, a self-employed pool technician, pays $2,000 per month for his two-bedroom apartment, more than $3,000 less than the average for a two-bedroom rental in Venice. Assuming Ceja’s across-the-street new neighbors financed their home with 20% down, they’ll be paying $20,000 per month.
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Coastal Commission approves Sea View Hotel project near Malibu Pier

The Malibu Times
Feb. 8, the California Coastal Commission voted unanimously to approve amendments (with minor modifications) to Malibu’s Local Coastal Plan (LCP) that will pave the way for local developer Norm Haynie to proceed with the Sea View Hotel project near the Malibu Pier.
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