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Housing and Development Forum
Housing Policy and Market Opportunities
Hosted by Chinese American Real Estate Association (CAREA) & Small Builders Association (SBA)
Join CAREA and SBA for a timely and in-depth forum exploring how California’s evolving housing policies are shaping real-world development decisions at the local level.
As state-level legislation continues to drive housing production goals, cities are navigating how to translate these mandates into zoning, entitlement, and permitting frameworks. This event brings together policymakers and industry professionals to bridge that gap—connecting policy intent with on-the-ground execution.
Through a series of remarks and panel discussions, attendees will gain insight into how state regulations are influencing local city ordinances, and what that means for developers, lenders, investors, and communities across California.
Featured Speakers include:
- Fiona Ma — California State Treasurer
- Patrick Ahrens — California State Assembly Member
- Murali Srinivasan — Councilmember, City of Sunnyvale
Industry Panelists:
- Kevin DeNardi — Entitlement Consultant, DeNardi Homes
- Ben Yan — Insurance Manager, Pepper Hu Insurance
- Jason Wang — Commercial Mortgage Banker, Slatt Capital
- Tom Tran — General Partner, Alpha X RE Capital
Topics will include:
- The intersection of state housing mandates and local implementation
- How recent legislation impacts entitlements, zoning, and project feasibility
- Financing, insurance, and development challenges in today’s policy environment
- Practical strategies for navigating regulatory change and identifying opportunities
Event Details:
📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
🕒 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Sunnyvale Community Center Ballroom
550 E Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA
Light Lunch will be provided.
Registration:
- Free for CAREA and SBA Members
- $20 for Non-Members