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

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.

San Diego judge rules that prohibition on HOA bans of ADUs apply only to property zoned for single-family use.

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.

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

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.

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.

Gov. Gavin Newsom issued final warnings to 15 California cities and counties that have failed to comply with state housing laws requiring plans for residents of all income levels

The city chose the least aggressive of three options in seeking to forestall SB 79 implementation until 2030.

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