Builder's remedy law allows developers to bypass local zoning rules and build on agricultural land in California, sparking controversy.

Builder's remedy, a state housing law, allows developers to bypass local zoning rules and build homes on agricultural land in California. This loophole has been used in cities like Morgan Hill, Benicia, and Sonoma County wine country, causing controversy. Recently, judges in three Los Angeles County court cases have sided with builders, suggesting that developers may emerge victorious in the ongoing battle with cities over this law.

April 22, 2024
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