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Mangin’s Housing Nomination Tested | Real Estate News
John Mangin, a housing advocate backed by powerful groups, faces a political firestorm as the City Council prepares to confirm him for the Board of Standards and Appeals—a role with outsized influence under new charter powers. Though he’s praised for his past fight against “wealthy homeowner cartels,” critics are digging into his history, testing whether the council will prioritize development over ideology. With a city-wide goal of building 700,000 homes—including 200,000 affordable units—in ten years, this nomination is pivotal. But don’t forget: Mangin won’t wield power alone—the BSA chair…
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