How We Keep Temecula Livable for Working Families

I don’t believe in vague promises. Here’s exactly how I will work to create workforce housing in Temecula.

Deed-restricted, attainable homeownership

I will support programs that create affordable ownership homes — not just rentals — with recorded restrictions that:

  • Require owner-occupancy

  • Limit resale profits to keep homes affordable long-term

  • Prohibit ownership of additional investment property

These restrictions run with the home, so the benefit stays with the community — not speculators.

A local preference system that’s fair and legal

Rather than “you must work here,” I support a points-based priority system for eligible buyers:

  • Income-qualified households apply

  • Points are awarded for local ties like living or working in Temecula

  • Homes are offered first to those with the highest points, with lotteries used to break ties

This approach prioritizes our local workforce without violating fair housing laws

City acquisition and resale of affordable units

I will push for Temecula to:

  • Acquire deed-restricted affordable units when they become available

  • Re-sell them to income-qualified, owner-occupant buyers

  • Use resale controls so homes don’t turn into investor assets later

This model has already been used successfully by other California cities.

Investor-free pilot housing

I support a pilot program in select developments where:

  • Corporate and LLC ownership is prohibited

  • Homes must be owner-occupied

  • Leasing is restricted or prohibited

Homes should be for families — not portfolios.

Faster approvals for housing that serves residents

For projects that meet these standards:

  • Clear timelines for review

  • Fewer delays

  • Transparent decision-making

If a project truly serves working families, it shouldn’t be stuck in limbo..

Bottom line:

Housing security is mental health, economic stability, and family stability.

We don’t fix Temecula by pushing our people out..