Wiener’s Housing Laws Stir Local Rule Debates

Wiener’s housing laws stir local rule debates

Sen. Scott Wiener’s housing laws made him a hero to those who say development will increase affordability and a foe to those who say local jurisdictions need control to prevent gentrification.

Colton Has Been Out of Compliance With State Housing Laws Since 2022, Risking Local Control

The City of Colton is falling behind on one of the biggest issues in our region: housing. Concerningly, the city has been out of compliance with California’s housing laws since October 2022, when it missed the state’s required rezoning deadline under AB 1398. Since then, the state has contacted Colton multiple times, most recently issuing a formal inquiry this April from the Department of Housing and Community Development. Despite these notices,…