Why Los Angeles Stopped Repaving Its Streets

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Author: toomanyrichies

Date: 7/26/2026

Article Summary:
Los Angeles stopped repaving its streets due to federal disability rules making routine maintenance a legal liability, leading to a deterioration of streets and sidewalks.