California AB1407 amends housing element requirements for local governments to better address regional housing needs and fair housing practices.

California AB1407 revises the state's Planning and Zoning Law to enhance local governments' housing elements. The bill mandates that housing elements identify and analyze existing and projected housing needs, establish goals and policies, and outline programs for housing development. It emphasizes the importance of meeting regional housing needs, promoting socioeconomic equity, and protecting environmental resources. The bill also requires local governments to identify suitable sites for various housing types, including emergency shelters, and to analyze constraints on housing development.

California AB1407 amends housing element requirements for local governments to better address regional housing needs and fair housing practices.

California AB1407 revises the state's Planning and Zoning Law to enhance local governments' housing elements. The bill mandates that housing elements identify and analyze existing and projected housing needs, establish goals and policies, and outline programs for housing development. It emphasizes the importance of meeting regional housing needs, promoting socioeconomic equity, and protecting environmental resources. The bill also requires local governments to identify suitable sites for various housing types, including emergency shelters, and to analyze constraints on housing development.