Law Lowers Finance Costs for New Homes “We have to do everything we can to reduce housing costs, and SB 937 is an important step” SACRAMENTO — Today, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 937, a bill by…
California YIMBY Statement on SB 312 – Governor Newsom Signs Law to Streamline Student Housing
Bill updates, improves prior legislation Students deserve safe, affordable, and stable housing SACRAMENTO – Today California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law SB 312, a bill introduced by Senator Scott Wiener and sponsored by California YIMBY, that updates SB 886,…
Newly-Passed Legislation Would Strengthen Transparency of Historic Preservation Laws
Jurisdictions to Report Impact Historic Designations Have on Housing Progress “California has a wealth of historic resources, but should take steps to make sure the process is not abused to block new homes” SACRAMENTO — Today, the California State Legislature…
Legislature Passes SB 312: Streamlines Student Housing
SB 312 updates, improves prior legislation “Students deserve safe, affordable, and stable housing” The California State Legislature passed SB 312, a bill introduced by Senator Wiener and sponsored by California YIMBY, during today’s floor session. SB 312 updates SB 886,…
California Legislature Passes Bill to Increase Multifamily ADUs
SB 1211 gives multifamily properties the flexibility to meet their ADU potential “ADUs are one of California’s success stories – this bill takes that success to new heights” Today, the California State Legislature voted to approve SB 1211, a bill…
State Legislature Opens New Pathways to Affordable Homeownership
SB 1123 will accelerate construction of smaller, affordable “starter“ homes “We’re re-kindling the California dream” SACRAMENTO — Today, the California State Legislature passed legislation that could re-kindle the dream of homeownership for tens of thousands of Californians. SB 1123, a…
State Legislature Strengthens Incentives for Duplexes
SB 450 Closes Loopholes, Re-Legalizes Multi-Family Housing Statewide “This is some of the most important housing legislation of the year” SACRAMENTO — Today the California Legislature voted to approve SB 450, a bill that strengthens existing state law designed to…
Newly-Passed Legislation Would Reduce the Cost of Housing
SB 937 Would Lower Finance Costs for New Homes – Heads to Governor’s Desk “We have to do everything we can to reduce housing costs, and SB 937 is an important step” SACRAMENTO — On Wednesday, the California State Legislature…
Governor Newsom Signs Law to Accelerate Accessory Dwelling Units
ADU Success Story Grows with “Junior” ADUs “Tens of thousands of California homeowners can now add housing within their own homes – a huge win for families, retirees, and everyday Californians” SACRAMENTO — Today California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into…
California YIMBY Statement on Legislative Passage of AB 1820 — Building Fee Transparency
Bill Will Help Homebuilders Plan, Budget for More Homes “This is about fairness – our cities know how much they will charge builders for new homes; builders deserve to know, too” SACRAMENTO — Today, the California State Legislature passed AB…