The California Strategic Growth Council (SGC) is seeking public
input on ideas to accelerate and streamline housing construction
on unused and underutilized infill sites. Specifically, the SGC
is interested in feedback on processes, permits, and other
administrative actions that can be adjusted to create more
flexibility and lower costs for developing infill housing.
If you would like to provide your insights, please access the
survey
here. The survey will close on December 31,
2024.
Background
On July 31, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom issued Executive Order
N-2-24, aimed at accelerating infill development projects across
California. The order directs state agencies to work together to
remove key barriers to housing development on infill sites,
focusing on lowering costs, increasing flexibility, and aligning
housing and climate goals.
The initiative includes:
Exploring updates to building codes and permitting processes
to speed up housing approvals.
Providing additional resources for local governments and
developers through state and federal funding.
Offering tools and guidance for developers to identify and
transform vacant sites into housing.
Ensuring housing and transportation investments are aligned
to support sustainable urban development.
