Mar 17ApprovedCode Enforcement Officer ProtectionThis bill requires each city/local jurisdiction to create standards to protect their code enforcement officers from assault.
Mar 17HOT LegislationHOT: Density up to 10 Units Near TransitThis bill authorizes local governments to zone any parcel for up to 10 units per parcel within transit-rich areas or urban infill sites.
Mar 17HOT LegislationHOT: Ministerial Approvals: HousingThis bill requires ministerial approval of housing developments with two units including urban lot splits.
Mar 17ApprovedDensity ZoningThis bill eliminates abusive zoning regulations that limit multi-family construction on lots zoned for up to 10 units.
Mar 17HOT LegislationHOT: Development Approval: IndefiniteThis bill allows certain development projects to be approved and valid indefinitely.
Mar 17ApprovedEmployment: Contractor PenaltiesInvokes penalties of $100/day; up to $5,000 for contractors/subcontractors who fail to furnish employee records on public works contracts.
Mar 17ApprovedElectric Vehicle Charging: Permit ApprovalsThis bill requires accelerated approvals of applications to install electric vehicle charging stations.
Mar 17ApprovedCity/County Inspection RequirementsRequires cities to visually inspect any complaints about substandard buildings or lead hazards.
Mar 17ApprovedCEQA: Noticing RequirementsThis bill brings CEQA into the modern era by allowing email notices and posting on the agency website in lieu of mailing.
Mar 17ApprovedAffordable Housing: Impact FeesThis bill prohibits affordable housing impact fees, inclusionary zoning fees and in-lieu fees from being imposed on affordable units.
Mar 17ApprovedAffordable Housing: Equivalent AccessThis bill requires that affordable units be provided the same access to the common entrances, common areas, and amenities of the building.
Mar 17ApprovedContinuing Education: ArchitectsRequires Architects to complete 5 hours of training for net zero energy at license renewal.
Mar 17HOT LegislationHOT: Tenant UnionsLandlords are now REQUIRED to allow tenants to organize, participate in tenant meetings. Failure to attend results in rent reduction.
Mar 16ApprovedBusiness Sign ChangesModifies requirements for Business Signs on Awnings or Marquees, and projecting signs in various neighborhoods.
Mar 16ApprovedLaundromat DefinedAdds the definition of “Laundromat” to the Planning Code. Requires conditional use for uses replacing laundromats.
Mar 16ApprovedHOT: ADU Rent Board NoticesRequires rent board notices/declaration documents be submitted for ALL ADU projects.
Mar 16ApprovedChinatown Mixed Use ChangeOrdinance 210600 modifies the Planning Code in Chinatown Mixed Use Districts.
Mar 16ApprovedRent Board Fee RevisionThis legislation revises the collection of Rent Board fees. Rather than being added to property tax bills, invoices will be sent separately.
Mar 16ApprovedCommercial Tenant Eviction ProtectionsExpands commercial tenant eviction protections to include any business that was legally prohibited from operating during COVID.
Mar 16HOT LegislationHOT: Small Business Recovery ActThis legislation includes creation of the small business recovery act with permitting and Planning code improvements.
Mar 16ApprovedGraffiti Fee WaiverSuspends certain graffiti violations and unpaid assessed fees due to covid-19.