Affordable housing has been a hot topic on the Central Coast for years. Governor Gavin Newsom says the California dream is in peril, blaming skyrocketing rents. Newsom has called on cities statewide to boost affordable housing efforts. Officials on the Central Coast say they’re working towards the governor’s goals. San Luis Obispo has seen an increase in the number of approved apartment projects. Santa Maria approved an 84-unit project just last week.