UCLA Luskin Urban Planning Assistant Professor José Loya shared insights in a Washington Post article on how wildfires are reshaping the Los Angeles housing market. As the region faces increased fire risk, property values and sales trends have been shifting. “Wildfires have become a key factor influencing where people choose to buy and invest,” Loya explained, noting that areas previously considered desirable are now seeing fluctuating demand. His analysis underscores the growing intersection of climate change and housing policy, raising questions about long-term affordability and resilience in fire-prone communities.