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Squishy General Plan Language Has Consequences
Beyond that, where you stand depends on where you sit: Where is the "streetfront" in a suburban shopping center?

William Fulton
Apr 26


Cal Supremes Clip Coastal Commission's Wings
The court was forced to interpret the meaning of a confusing map in the Local Coastal Plan. The justices concluded that the project was outside any environmentally sensitive area.

William Fulton
Apr 26
CP&DR News Briefs April 21, 2026: Presidio Board; San Diego Vacancy Tax; Redondo Beach Builders Remedy Project; and More
This article is brought to you courtesy of the paying subscribers to California Planning & Development Report . You can subscribe to CP&DR by clicking here . You can sign up for CP&DR ’s free weekly newsletter here . Trump Fires Board Overseeing San Francisco's Presidio President Donald Trump fired all six Biden-appointed members of the Presidio Trust board with no replacement trustees announced. The board is appointed by the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Int

Emily Glennon
Apr 21


Sacramento Civil Rights Group Loses Battle Over Public Housing Project
The city is proposing a specific plan that would destroy part of the historic project. But the court ruled that it was not required to consider an alternative plan put forth by advocates.

William Fulton
Apr 21


If KB Homes Is Leaving L.A., What Does That Say About California?
Since 1956, KB Home built over 600,000 homes in California, from San Diego the Bay Area and many places in between. That’s more homes than are in many states.

Josh Stephens
Apr 21
CP&DR News Briefs April 14, 2026: Costa Mesa Housing; Hollister vs. California; ADU Handbook; and More
Costa Mesa has run into major setbacks in meeting the state’s housing mandate after several large property owners withdrew their sites from the city’s housing element

Emily Glennon
Apr 14
Position Available, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, CITY OF CHINO, CA
The City of Chino (pop. 93,000) is located where Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino Counties converge. Reporting to the City Manager/Assistant City Manager, the Director of Development Services oversees Planning, Building, Code Enforcement, Accessibility, Housing, and a Permit Center.

CP&DR Staff
Apr 14


HOA Can Block Homeowner's Construction of Junior ADU
San Diego judge rules that prohibition on HOA bans of ADUs apply only to property zoned for single-family use.

William Fulton
Apr 13
Builder's Remedy Brings Dueling Lawsuits In Santa Cruz
A local developer's approval of one project got sued by neighbors, while the same developer sued the county for not approving a second project.

William Fulton
Apr 13
CP&DR News Briefs, April 7, 2026: Coastal Commission Plan; Golden Gate Fields Closure; Midway Rising; and More
The Coastal Commission unanimously adopted its 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, which lays out five goals, 15 objectives, and 72 specific actions to protect and enhance the coast over the next five years

Emily Glennon
Apr 7


Cities And Counties Push Back Against Newsom On Housing Elements
Most of the 15 jurisdictions are located in the San Joaquin Valley. Many expressed surprise, saying they are actively going back and forth with HCD on their housing elements.

William Fulton
Apr 6
Position Available, Planning Manager, City of Los Altos, CA
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, approximately 37 miles south of San Francisco and 17 miles north of San Jose, Los Altos (pop. 31,625) is a highly desirable residential community. Known for its tree-lined streets, beautiful neighborhoods, and small-town atmosphere, the City offers an exceptional quality of life.

CP&DR Staff
Apr 3
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