Housing News
Marin IJ: Activists Sue Marin Cities over Housing Plans
Belvedere, Fairfax, Novato, Sausalito, Lawsuits, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 1/27/2023Marin IJ: Belvedere housing development plan clears hurdle
Belvedere, Housing Element, Mallard Point, Policy, Projects, 7/7/2022Marin IJ: Belvedere Seeks More ADUs to Augment Housing Plan
Belvedere, Housing Element, Mallard Point, Policy, Projects, 9/18/2022The Ark: California issues broad rejection of Belvedere's housing plan
Belvedere, Housing Element, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 5/8/2023Marin IJ: ‘Builder’s remedy’ suit against Belvedere dropped for now
Belvedere, Housing Element, Lawsuits, Policy, 5/9/2023
LA Times: Developers and builders in California can now challenge 'impact fees'
Following a Supreme Court decision, developers and home builders in California are now able to challenge impact fees. These fees are typically considered barriers for new housing, so with this decision there may be an opportunity to see more housing being built.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 4/12/2024CalMatters: The 'Builders Remedy' housing law may face amendments
The California housing law, the 'Builder's Remedy' will likely be undergoing changes this year as representatives want to propose amendments for it.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 4/2/2024SF Chronicle: Lawmakers in California Can Now Override Local Housing Limits
State court decision in California now means that lawmakers can override local housing limits.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 4/1/2024CalMatters: 3 State Bills Will Tackle the Issue of Corporate Landlords
Two Assembly Bills and one Senate Bill have been proposed in California to tackle the spreading issue of corporate landlords. California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 3/7/2024Marin IJ: New Introduced Bill Would Increase Growth of Community Land Trusts
California Assemblymember Damon Connolly has introduced AB 2897 to promote the growth of Community Land Trusts, as well as clarify the definition of them. California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 3/3/2024Marin IJ: Proposition 1 Would Help Combat Homelessness in the State
On the California ballot this year, Proposition 1 will create $6.4 Billion in bonds to go towards mental health. A large focus within this, would be on combatting homelessness in the state and creating more housing. California, Housing News, State Legislation, 2/11/2024Medium: California Housing Legislation Summary
This is a resource that shows the tracking of California housing legislation.California, Policy, State Legislation, 10/12/2023NPH Northern California: This Years Legislative Session Had Big Wins for Housing
This year the California legislative session resulted in big wins for affordable housing. Multiple bills have been passed that will cover a range of issues, from lowering the voting threshold (ACA 1) to extending SB 35 so streamlining housing can continue (SB 423).California, Policy, State Legislation, 9/28/2023CalMatters: California Lawmakers Pass Multitude of Affordable Housing Policies
California lawmakers this session have passed laws that cover most aspects of affordable housing, from streamlining to combating CEQA.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 9/19/2023SF Chronicle: SB 423 Passes, With More Focus On San Francisco Compliance
SB 423 extends streamlining of affordable housing, and will add more scrutiny to San Francisco as the city will face annual review's on how its progress is working to increase housing.California, Policy, State Legislation, 9/11/2023Marin IJ: Two California Bills Will Give Renters More Protections
Two state bills have passed the Senate and Assembly and are heading to Governor Newsom's office. The bills address eviction protections, security deposit costs, and tenant protections.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 9/16/2023Scott Wiener: Senate Bill 423 Passes in California Assembly and Senate
Senate Bill 423 extends the sunset date on Senate Bill 35 which streamlines the development process for affordable housing projects.California, Housing News, Policy, State Legislation, 9/8/2023Marin IJ: "Hidden" Tax Rule Could Burden California Renters
An obscure California tax rule may cause thousands of tenants in buildings bought by Joint Powers Authorities (JPAs) to pay unexpected fees. California, Housing News, Media, Policy, Tenant Protections, 9/1/2023Marin IJ: Proposed Assembly Bill 12 Would Cap Security Deposit Costs
High security deposit costs are large contributing factors to the housing crisis in California. Assembly Bill 12 would cap these costs.California, Policy, State Legislation, Tenant Protections, 6/12/2023CalMatters: Voters Will Be Able to Implement Right to Housing in State Constitution
The state of California is facing a housing crisis, with more than 170,000 people homeless. To address this, Democrat policymakers are proposing the implementation of a human right to housing in the state constitution.California, Policy, State Legislation, 6/13/2023California Globe: California Globe - California Senates Passes Extension of SB 423 to 2028
Senator Wiener's Senate Bill 423 has been approved by the Senate, extending Senate Bill 35 (streamline housing) to 2028.California, Policy, State Legislation, 5/31/2023North Bay Business Journal: Proposed Assembly Bill 12 Would Rein In Security Deposit Costs
California, Policy, Tenant Protections, 5/31/2023
Marin IJ: Threat of Displacement in the Canal Neighborhood is Growing
The Canal neighborhood in San Rafael is facing increasing rates of displacement.Canal neighborhood, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 2/9/2024
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Corte Madera, 111 Lucky Drive, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, 6/22/2023Marin IJ: Corte Madera Sends Housing Element to State for Review
Corte Madera is close to having their Housing Element approved, they have adopted it and sent the final draft to the state for a decision.Corte Madera, 111 Lucky Drive, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, 6/22/2023
Marin IJ: Fairfax Housing Element is certified by the state
The state (HCD) has approved and certified Fairfax's housing element.Fairfax, Housing Element, Housing News, Policy, 4/11/2024Marin IJ: Fairfax is Close to State Certification of its Housing Element
Fairfax has revised and resubmitted their Housing Element based on feedback from the state, and are now close to certification.Fairfax, Housing Element, Housing News, Policy, 3/12/2024Marin IJ: Fairfax Establishes System to Review Rent Control Challenges
Fairfax Town Council have created a new system to process tenant complaints and challenges to their landlords. This includes new rules for hearings regarding landlords implementing rent increases.Fairfax, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 3/11/2024Marin IJ: Fairfax Planning Commission Unanimously Recommend Adopting Housing Element
The Fairfax Planning Commission unanimously voted last week to recommend that the Town Council approves and adopts the Housing Element and Environmental Impact Report (EIR).Fairfax, Housing Element, 12/2/2023Marin IJ: Fairfax to Hold Final Review of Housing Element on December 13
Fairfax Town Council will review its final Housing Element and Environmental Impact Report on December 13.Fairfax, Housing Element, Housing News, 10/28/2023Marin IJ: Activists Sue Marin Cities over Housing Plans
Belvedere, Fairfax, Novato, Sausalito, Lawsuits, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 1/27/2023Marin IJ: New Fairfax Tenant Protections Go Into Effect October 6
Fairfax town council members voted unanimously to approve tenant protection amendments, which will go into effect on October 6.Fairfax, Tenant Protections, 9/11/2023Marin IJ: Fairfax draft housing element ready for state review
Fairfax, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, School Street Plaza, 5/13/2023Marin IJ: Fairfax Releases Revised Housing Element
The town is among several communities in the Bay Area that missed the state’s Jan. 31 deadline to submit its housing element. Fairfax is also among four Marin cities and towns to face a lawsuit filed by housing advocates for being tardy with its plan.Fairfax, Housing Element, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, School Street Plaza, 4/7/2023Marin IJ: Marin IJ - Developer Seeks 'Builders Remedy' Housing Project For Fairfax Location
Fairfax, Housing Element, Marinda Heights, Policy, Projects, 5/30/2023
KQED: Larkspur Rent Control Wins with 51.4% of the Votes
KQED is actively tracking the Marin County election results. The most recent update shows that Measure D won with 51.4% of the vote.Larkspur, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 3/13/2024SF Chronicle: Larkspur Rent Control Passes
A live election map shows the results of Marin County voters. The Measure D in Larkspur for rent control passed.Larkspur, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 3/10/2024KQED: Larkspur residents will vote on rent stabilization in March 5th ballot
On the March 5th ballot, Larkspur residents will vote on Measure D. This measure determines whether or not to approve and implement the rent stabilization ordinance originally passed by City Council. MEHC supports this ordinance.Larkspur, Housing News, Tenant Protections, 2/26/2024Marin IJ: Larkspur Will Have Rent Control On The Ballot
Due to a certified referendum against rent control, Larkspur City Council has voted to put the rent control ordinance on the 2024 ballot.Larkspur, Tenant Protections, 11/2/2023Marin IJ: A Referendum Petition Has Been Filed Against Larkspur Over Rent Control
A referendum petition has officially been filed against Larkspur over its rent control ordinance. MEHC supports rent control in Larkspur. Larkspur, Housing News, Lawsuits, Policy, Tenant Protections, 10/22/2023Marin IJ: Larkspur Approves Rent Control Cap at 7%
Larkspur City Council voted in a 3-1 decision to adopt rent control ordinances and cap rent increases at 5% plus inflation or 7%, whichever is lower. Larkspur, Housing News, Tenant Protections, 9/7/2023Marin IJ: Marin Residents Sue County Over Larkspur Homelessness Plan
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, 4/2/2022Marin IJ: Larkspur draft rent control ordinance would cap increases at 7%
Larkspur, Policy, Tenant Protections, 5/24/2023
Marin IJ: More affordable housing will not create more traffic
MEHC Board Member Warren Wells explains in this Marin Voice piece that more affordable housing will not worsen traffic. And highlights why Marin desperately needs to build more housing.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Traffic, Written by MEHC, 5/1/2024Marin IJ: Marin is preparing for an affordable housing bond measure
The affordable housing bond (also known as BAHFA) is much needed for Marin County. Marin supervisors have begun to plan for how the money would be allocated if the bond measure were to be passed. MEHC strongly supports the affordable housing bond measure.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, 4/8/2024Marin IJ : BAHFA Bond Is What Marin Needs
Marin is facing a housing crisis, and affordable housing bonds (BAHFA) are what we need to tackle the issue. MEHC Board Chair Jenny Silva urges elected officials and Marin residents to endorse BAHFA.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, Written by MEHC, 3/8/2024Marin IJ: Marin Community Foundation executive explores land bank venture
Marin County Unincorporated, Policy, 2/19/2024Marin IJ: Plan For Marin Racial Equity Project Details Need For Rent Stabilization
Marin has allocated $1.7M in funds to go towards racial equity. Part of the plan for how to utilize the funding includes creating a countywide rent stabilization program.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 2/11/2024CalMatters: State Deadlines for Housing Rezoning Implementation Are Approaching
Many Marin jurisdictions that did not submit Housing Elements on time will be facing rezoning deadlines by the state. MEHC Board Chair Jenny Silva is quoted.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Housing News, MEHC Quoted, 1/25/2024Marin IJ: BAHFA Bond Measure Is A Tool Marin Needs For More Affordable Housing
Following the September 14 housing forum held at Dominican University and moderated by MEHC's Jenny Silva, discussions surrounding the BAHFA bond measure have piqued interest. The BAHFA bond is a needed tool to help promote and support the development of thousands of units of affordable housing in the Bay Area.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, 9/22/2023Marin IJ: Rent Control and Tenant Protections Are Needed for Marin County
Tens of thousands of renters in Marin are struggling to face the reality of the rising housing crisis in the county. These tenants are becoming increasingly rent burdened, and rent control and tenant protections are necessities to protect these residents. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 9/7/2023Marin IJ: Lucas Valley Housing Proposal Asserts Builder's Remedy Option
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Policy, Projects, State Legislation, 6/3/2023Marin IJ: Lucas Valley group scrutinizes county housing plans
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, 1/3/2023Marin IJ: Lawsuit challenges Marin County’s housing element
Marin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Lawsuits, Policy, 5/4/2023Marin IJ: Marin Residents Sue County Over Larkspur Homelessness Plan
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, 4/2/2022Marin County Press Release: County of Marin - Marin County's Housing Element Approved by State
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) notified the County on June 19 that updates to its submitted long-range plan, known as the Housing Element, were in “substantial compliance” with state lawMarin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Policy, 6/21/2023Marin IJ: Marin nonprofit urges county to enhance renter protections
Due to the end of the COVID-19 rent protections, Marin County residents are facing an increased surge in evictions. Advocates urge the county to implement protections to combat further displacement.Marin County Unincorporated, Policy, Tenant Protections, 5/27/2023Marin IJ: Marin Voice: County communities need stronger protections for renters
The Marin County housing cost crisis continues, and renters are faced with ever increasing rents. Marin County needs to implement anti-displacement policy and rent stabilization.Marin County Unincorporated, Advocacy, Policy, Tenant Protections, 6/23/2023
Marin IJ: Mill Valley Begins Process To Rezone for New Housing
The City of Mill Valley is making progress on their housing element. Rezoning in order to implement new housing has begun.Mill Valley, Housing Element, Housing News, 1/26/2024Marin IJ: Mill Valley's Housing Element Approved By State
Mill Valley submitted its Housing Element to the state for review, and HCD has approved it.Mill Valley, Housing Element, Housing News, 1/12/2024Marin IJ: Mill Valley City Council Approves Housing Element Changes
In response to HCD, Mill Valley council members have made adjustments to the Housing Element.Mill Valley, Housing Element, Housing News, Policy, 10/21/2023Marin IJ: Mill Valley Must Revise Housing Element Following HCD Review
HCD has reviewed Mill Valley's Housing Element and has given instructions for the city to provide more analysis and data for its fair housing policies and development projections.Mill Valley, Housing Element, Housing News, Media, Policy, 8/28/2023Marin IJ: Mill Valley Needs More Affordable Housing
The Board Chair of MEHC, Jennifer Silva, published a Marin Voice in the Marin IJ to discuss the need for affordable housing in Mill Valley. A small group of residents, ‘Friends of Hauke Park’, have sued the city over the proposed development of 1 Hamilton Drive. This project is vital…Mill Valley, 1 Hamilton Drive, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, Written by MEHC, 7/17/2023Marin IJ: Mill Valley Submits Housing Element to the State
Mill Valley, Housing Element, Policy, 5/18/2023
Marin IJ: Novato's Plan to Meet Housing Mandate Rejected by State
Novato, Housing Element, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 4/22/2023Marin IJ: Activists Sue Marin Cities over Housing Plans
Belvedere, Fairfax, Novato, Sausalito, Lawsuits, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 1/27/2023
Marin IJ: Ross Adopts Their Housing Element
The Ross Town Council has adopted and submitted their Housing Element to the state for approval. The town is relying heavily on ADUs to meet its RHNA of 111 units. Ross, Housing Element, Policy, 6/3/2023
Marin IJ: San Anselmo adopts rent control ordinance
San Anselmo councilmembers approved 3-2 and have now adopted their rent control ordinance.San Anselmo, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 4/13/2024Marin IJ: San Anselmo Town Council Advances Rent Control Ordinance
In a 3-2 vote, San Anselmo Town Council approves the first reading of the proposed rent control ordinance. There will be a second reading on April 9th, and if passed, will be implemented within 30 days of the meeting. San Anselmo, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 3/29/2024Marin IJ: Town Fine-Tunes Design Standards for Housing Plans
San Anselmo officials are reviewing proposed design standards intended to shield the town from unwanted residential construction.San Anselmo, Housing Element, Tenant Protections, 4/27/2023Marin IJ: San Anselmo considers Affordable Housing Fees Fund
San Anselmo is creating an ordinance to establish a development in-lieu fee that can be used to support the production of low-income housing.San Anselmo, Housing Element, 6/15/2023
Marin IJ: Tenant protections are necessary for Canal residents
The editorial board at the Marin IJ express support for more tenant protections in the Canal neighborhood of San Rafael.San Rafael, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 5/1/2024Marin IJ: Protections for Canal Neighborhood Residents Are Unanimously Approved
In a unanimous decision, San Rafael city council members approve urgent eviction and tenant protections for residents in the Canal neighborhood.San Rafael, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 4/17/2024Marin IJ: Marin water agency affirms supply capacity for Northgate housing project
San Rafael, Northgate Town Square - Northgate Mall, Policy, Projects, Water, 12/22/2022Marin IJ: San Rafael reviews SB 35 housing proposals
San Rafael, 1515 4th Street, 4th and Grand Apartments, 703 3rd Street, Policy, Projects, State Legislation, 10/25/2022Marin IJ: San Rafael Set to Send Draft Housing Plan for State Review
San Rafael, 88 Vivian St, Housing Element, MEHC Quoted, Policy, Projects, 12/12/2022Marin IJ: San Rafael Resident Appeals 162-Apartment 'Mega Project'
An 80-foot-tall, 162-apartment complex planned for downtown San Rafael has become the latest development enhanced by state housing laws to face an appeal in Marin.San Rafael, 1515 4th Street, Housing Element, Lawsuits, 4/26/2023Marin IJ: San Rafael Submits Housing Element to the State
San Rafael, Housing Element, Policy, 5/18/2023
Marin IJ: Sausalito's Housing Element Environmental Report is Released
A newly released Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on Sausalito's Housing Element shows that there are no severe concerns. The report finds that future housing plans for the city have risks that can be mitigated. Sausalito, Housing Element, Housing News, 1/24/2024Marin IJ: Activists Sue Marin Cities over Housing Plans
Belvedere, Fairfax, Novato, Sausalito, Lawsuits, Media, MEHC Quoted, Policy, 1/27/2023Marin IJ: Sausalito Renters Facing Eviction Highlight Why Tenants Need Protections
Sausalito renters are facing eviction as their apartment complex will undergo improvements -- but will raise rents as a result. Sausalito, Housing News, Tenant Protections, 9/6/2023Sfist: Sausalito Apartment Complex Trying to Evict Tenants From All 39 Units
Sausalito, Policy, Tenant Protections, 8/23/2023Marin IJ: Sausalito seeks public comments on housing environmental report
Sausalito, Bridgeway Commons Residential Condominiums, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, 6/6/2023Marin IJ: Sausalito Sued by Housing Advocates Over Alleged Quota Violations
Sausalito has been sued by a nonprofit housing advocacy group that says it has failed to comply with a state mandate to plan for 724 new residences by 2031. Sausalito, Housing Element, Lawsuits, Policy, 3/10/2023
The ARK: Tiburon Town Council Approves Amended Housing Element
Tiburon Town Council in a 4-0-1 vote moved to approve of the amended Housing Element. This is the fourth try, and it will now be sent to HCD for review.Tiburon, Housing Element, Housing News, Policy, 9/25/2023The Ark: Tiburon Must Submit More Information On Paradise Drive Project To State
HCD has reviewed Tiburon's 2023-2031 Housing Element and is requiring more information, particularly concerning the Paradise Drive project. In order to be in compliance and approved, the City must revise and resubmit to the state. Tiburon, Housing Element, Paradise Drive, Policy, 8/9/2023Marin IJ - Tiburon Residents Will Receive Survey on ADU Interest
Tiburon, front page, Housing Element, MediaThe Ark: Tiburon Residents Against Density Housing Sue City Over Affordable Housing Project
A group of residents have sued the City of Tiburon over the Paradise Drive affordable housing project. This site would be a high density development and provide 93 new units. Tiburon, Lawsuits, Policy, 7/12/2023Marin IJ - Tiburon Town Council Approves Rezoning Plan for Downtown
Tiburon, front page, Housing Element, Media, PolicyThe Ark: State again rejects Tiburon’s eight-year plan for housing
Tiburon’s eight-year roadmap to accommodate new housing has been rejected by the state for a second time, throwing a potential curve in plans to both regain tighter development controls and to ensure the town isn’t further penalized with accelerated-rezoning requirements.Tiburon, Housing Element, 4/26/2023