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Thank you, Casita Coalition

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I loved my time at Casita Coalition. The backbone of Casita is a passionate team working tirelessly to enact middle housing solutions nationwide. This role allowed me to advance the mission, grow as a professional and person, and meet many wonderful people along the way. Casita is growing exponentially under the leadership of Noerena Limon. Thank you for the opportunity.

This decision was difficult because I love the team. But after much reflection, I’ve made a key career decision: I’m transitioning back into municipal planning, fulfilling a longtime goal of returning to the public sector where my work began. Full circle. More to come soon.

I’m grateful for everyone who’s supported me on the journey. Thank you. 

Sincerely,
JPB 

Selecting and Working with ADU Professionals

I’m moderating this important discussion for our communities.

Selecting and Working with ADU Professionals

Sep 24, 2025, 11:00 AM Pacific

Registration, free to all: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A0-_iyZhQ4-ZoMyBNBDe2A#/registration

Want to build an ADU but feeling lost about who to work with? Don’t know where to start? Join us for this educational webinar focused on best practices for selecting and working with ADU professionals. Casita Coalition’s Director of Education, Timothy Pawlak, and Katherine Peoples, Casita Coalition Board Member and CEO of HPP Cares, will discuss the best ways to vet professionals, compare bids, review contracts, and protect yourself against fraud. This conversation will be moderated by Jonathan Pacheco Bell, VP of Policy and Programs at Casita Coalition.

Governor Newsom Signed AB 2533 Expanding Amnesty for Unpermitted ADUs

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 2533 expanding amnesty for unpermitted ADUs. I’m proudly part of this effort in partnership with Casita Coalition, and the community of Florence-Firestone plays a role in the story. Shout out to Assemblymember Carrillo for authoring the legislation. Check out my reflections on AB 2533 as a former Zoning Enforcement Planner in Casita Coalition’s article authored by Board Chair Rafael Perez: https://www.casitacoalition.org/casita-coalition-blog/bringing-californias-hidden-housing-out-of-the-shadows-adu-amnesty-reform

From Casita Coalition social media:

Exciting News! Governor Newsom has signed Casita-sponsored AB 2533 into law! This bill is a game changer for legalizing unpermitted ADUs, making it easier, more affordable, and predictable for homeowners. Now, more homeowners can bring their units up to safety standards without breaking the bank, helping to preserve a critical segment of California’s naturally affordable rental housing market. This is a huge win for renters, homeowners, and housing stability in our communities! We thank Asm. Carrillo for championing this effort and everyone who supported this vital step toward advancing housing equity and preserving much-needed affordable homes.⁠ ⁠ Our Board Chair, Rafael Perez, has authored a blog on AB 2355, titled “Bringing California’s Hidden Housing Out of the Shadows: ADU Amnesty Reform.” It features powerful insights from urban planner Jonathan Pacheco Bell @c1typlann3r and remarks from Assemblymember Juan Carrillo, highlighting the positive benefits this reform will unlock for communities.⁠ ⁠⁠