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Lusk PerspectivesAuthor: University of Southern California
During a time of great uncertainty and change, connection and information is a more important resource than ever before. Today's problems could be amplified or altered in a matter of days or hours, so it is vital that organizations and thought leaders frequently share knowledge, dispel rumors, and offer insight. To meet this need, the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate hosts the resource Lusk Perspectives. Hosted by Professor and Lusk Center Director Richard K. Green, Lusk Perspectives offers timely conversations concerning real estate and urban economics. Language: en Genres: Education, News, Politics Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Rebuilding Altadena: The Work of Building Back
Thursday, 19 February, 2026
What does it actually take to rebuild after a disaster—and who gets to build back? Longtime Altadena resident and development professional Joel Bryant (Bronzeville, Inc.) joins Richard K. Green (USC Lusk Center for Real Estate) to cover the real-world mechanics of post-wildfire rebuilding. Drawing on his decades of experience in multifamily projects, Bryant explains how homeowners are navigating surveys, insurance constraints, permitting, and construction costs while detailing the small but meaningful milestones that signal progress. The conversation transitions from the practical to the systemic: how the permitting process has evolved since the fires, what it takes to secure approvals quickly, and why architects play a critical role in keeping projects on track. As rebuilding efforts gather momentum, a central question remains: rebuilding for whom? Highlights include: The step-by-step process of rebuilding a home after wildfire loss How projected timelines are playing out in Altadena Why permitting speed depends as much on people as on portals How insurance limits shape design and feasibility ADUs, density, and the future of Altadena's commercial corridors Preserving community identity while rebuilding at scale More: https://lusk.usc.edu/perspectives Â
