This California law eliminates much of the red tape by bypassing environmental reviews and subjective local approvals, creating a faster and more predictable development process.

Zoning and Regulations: Even with SB-9, there are some restrictions, especially regarding fire hazard zones or environmental issues.2.

This allowed me, for example, to purchase an automotive repair facility with an environmental issue thru BK court for $115,000, remediated to issue for $2,000, and sell the property for $325,000.  

Apparently, local jurisdictions here are saying they want more affordable housing, but in the same sentence will also say that there will be more regulations, more environmental protections, and more hoops to jump through to develop starter homes. 

I was reading up about it, and saw that the cons of oil heating include needing to top up the oil supply, lower efficiency (than gas and electric), and potential leaking of tanks leading to environmental issues.Is anyone familiar with oil heated homes?

You'll need to meet requirements like parking and setbacks and might encounter additional hurdles in environmentally sensitive or historic areas.

Property Bank StatementsTitle, Appraisal, Environmental, Survey Reports – If availablePurchase Contract

I recommend finding someone you trust that can mentor you and help you push through your mental & environmental resistance. 

DEI policies along with environmental, immigration policies is not sustainable for a non 3rd world country (my guess that is the point). 

I noticed that the appraisal fee is higher than a typical 1 to 4 unit residential property, and they quoted and Environmental Study fee, which I have never heard of on a 1 to 4 unit residential property.