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New Laws Cut Red Tape to Improve Cities’ Storm Preparedness
Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed two pieces of legislation that will help city governments better prepare for storms and hopefully prevent flooding by cutting bureaucratic red tape.
Newsom Signs Housing Legislation Impacting Local Governments
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of new housing bills on Thursday, including several of significance to local governments. These include:
Vast Majority of Cities and Counties Flout Monitoring Rules for Homeless Shelters
All but five California counties and four cities are out of compliance with a 2021 law that requires monitoring of homeless shelters, according to a new report from CalMatters.
New Bill Would Clarify Builder’s Remedy Rules
A law aimed at coaxing cities to plan for more affordable housing has been causing confusion for local governments and developers alike.
Burke Public Law Update: AB 1490, AB 1218 and AB 821
In the February 2024 issue of its Public Law Update, Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP offered an important analysis of three pieces of legislation impacting housing in California.