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State Land Use Enacted Legislation
| Bill # | State | Year | Party | Topic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SB 1227 |
CA | 2018 | D | Affordable housing incentives and financing, By-right zoning, Deadlines, Density Increases, Inclusionary zoning, Minimum parking requirements, Planning Requirements, Written findings, burden and standard of proof |
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Summary
- Extends Density Bonus Law to student housing by requiring cities and counties to grant a 35% density bonus to developers who dedicate all units to full-time students at WASC or ACCJC-accredited institutions, with 20% of units reserved for lower-income students at restricted rents.
- Requires affordable units to prioritize lower-income students experiencing homelessness and be subject to a 55-year recorded affordability restriction.
- Applies to all cities, including charter cities, as a matter of statewide concern.
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Bill Title
Density bonuses
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