Developer Explains What Los Angeles Bureaucracy Looks Like | Mott Smith

Rebuilding after disaster isn’t just about clearing debris and laying bricks—it’s about navigating a system that isn’t built for speed. Developer Mott Smith explains how bureaucracy, zoning laws, and permitting delays in Los Angeles could leave displaced residents and businesses stuck in limbo. Why does it take months just to turn the power back on? Why are outdated rules making rebuilding harder and more expensive? In this episode, we unpack the structural obstacles standing in the way of recovery and what needs to change for Los Angeles to rebuild smarter, faster, and more affordably. 📩 Email Us YOUR Story: [email protected] 👉 Read California News: https://californiainsider.com/ Views expressed in this video are the opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of California Insider. -------------------- 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Watch our Documentary "Leaving California" at https://leavingcamovie.com/ -------------------- 🟡 Sign up for our newsletter: https://californiainsider.com/email-signup-page 💟 Support us: https://donorbox.org/california-insider-2024-donation -------------------- #californiainsider #californiafires #constructionindustry #losangelescalifornia #losangelesfire #urbandevelopment