San José Dwellings Podcast Feature

Housing policy matters most when it creates real opportunities for communities and helps transform housing goals into tangible development projects.

That message was at the center of the latest episode of Dwellings, the housing-focused podcast produced by the San José Housing Department. Episode 37, titled “Incentivizing the Housing of Tomorrow,” explores some of the region’s most pressing housing challenges, including homelessness, affordable housing, and neighborhood revitalization.

The podcast series regularly brings together leaders from government, real estate development, academia, and nonprofit organizations to discuss policies and strategies shaping the future of housing and community development in San José and across California.

Discussing New Housing Incentives and Policy Changes

In the latest episode, Jia Li, COO of Development & Asset Management at AlphaX RE Capital, joined Banu San, Deputy Director of the Housing Department, and Joshua Burroughs of Urban Catalyst for a conversation focused on recently approved housing policy updates by the San José City Council.

The discussion highlighted several important initiatives, including updates to the city’s inclusionary housing ordinance and newly introduced incentive programs designed to help accelerate housing production throughout San José.

The conversation also explored how policy reforms can encourage housing development while balancing affordability, community needs, and long-term urban growth.

Turning Policy Into Housing Opportunities

As housing affordability and supply challenges continue across California, local governments and developers are increasingly looking toward policy-driven incentives to support sustainable and achievable housing solutions.

For AlphaX RE Capital, participating in discussions like these reflects the company’s broader commitment to advancing housing solutions through collaboration, innovation, and active engagement with local communities and policymakers.

The company expressed appreciation to the San José Housing Department and the City of San José for inviting AlphaX to contribute to the discussion.

Where to Listen

Episode 37 of Dwellings — “Incentivizing the Housing of Tomorrow” — is available on:

• Spotify

• Apple Podcasts

• YouTube

Show notes: bit.ly/csjdwellings

As conversations around housing policy continue to evolve, collaborations between public agencies, developers, and community leaders remain critical in shaping more inclusive and sustainable housing opportunities for future generations.