State laws govern how cities make decisions related to housing plans and housing developments. In recent years, the California state legislature has enacted the landmark “2017 Housing Package” of laws intended to spur housing development.
The state legislature’s affordability focus continued in 2019 with another package of housing legislation. In 2021, we expect additional housing bills to be introduced and considered.
The Town of Danville recognizes the challenges of producing affordable housing opportunities in the region and supports policy positions and actions that:
Advocate for a balanced approach (balancing regional jobs, housing, and transportation needs); and
Preserve local decision-making ability, ensuring that cities can address housing challenges in a way that fits with their community character;
HOUSING ELEMENT RELATED Legislation
The following table summarizes recent state legislation that must be addressed in the Housing Element in a variety of ways (this summary is not exhaustive in its coverage).