section_path: Reactions/Development in High-Risk Areas
section_name: Development in High-Risk Areas
paragraph_text: Development in High-Risk Areas
  
  Criticism has emerged regarding continued real estate development in fire-prone regions. A report by Jacobin highlighted how real estate lobbying efforts have historically opposed restrictions on building in designated high-risk wildfire zones, contributing to the increased destruction caused by fires. The article cited past legislative efforts, such as California Senate Bill 55, which aimed to limit development in "very high risk" zones but was ultimately blocked by industry lobbying efforts. Environmental advocates argue that unchecked urban expansion into fire-prone areas has exacerbated wildfire damage and put more residents at risk.
  
  Criticism has emerged regarding continued real estate development in fire-prone regions. A report by Jacobin highlighted how real estate lobbying efforts have historically opposed restrictions on building in designated high-risk wildfire zones, contributing to the increased destruction caused by fires. The article cited past legislative efforts, such as California Senate Bill 55, which aimed to limit development in "very high risk" zones but was ultimately blocked by industry lobbying efforts. Environmental advocates argue that unchecked urban expansion into fire-prone areas has exacerbated wildfire damage and put more residents at risk.