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HCD Certification Required For Housing Element Approval
L.A. judge rules that Pasadena can't rely on self-certification to avoid builder's remedy, even though application was filed before passage of AB 1886
William Fulton
Aug 2
State Sues Five Cities Over Housing Elements, While Others Fall In Line
The moves reflect a new focus by the state on making sure rezonings required by housing elements reach the finish line.
William Fulton
Jul 20
Legal Briefs: Huntington Beach Loses Again On Housing Element, Texas Think Tank Sues Oakland Over Trees
Huntington Beach Loses Anti-SLAPP Motion Against State
William Fulton
Jul 6
HCD Revokes Brisbane's Housing Element Certification Over Baylands Delays
The city was supposed to adopt the Baylands Specific Plan by May 18 but now says it won't be able to do so until fall. HCD has threatened fines and other enforcement action.
William Fulton
Jul 6
Will Huntington Beach's Approach To Housing Element Overlays Work?
The city finally approved its 2021-2029 housing element. But compliance depends on whether a judge and HCD will accept a vastly increased overlay system.
William Fulton
Jun 22
Judge Fines Huntington Beach $160,000 For Housing Law Violations
Plus, the city must pay $50,000 a month going forward if it does not pass a compliant housing elements. The Attorney General may go after other cities in the future
William Fulton
May 17
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
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