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The Supreme Court took powers away from federal regulators. Do California rules offer a backstop?
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The effects of those rulings may be a bit more muted, legal experts say. California has an administrative state of its own.housing
These cities have a new tactic to evade California housing laws. Legal experts are dubious
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A recent court ruling exempted five charter cities from a controversial housing law. That’s given anti-density advocates across California an idea.housing
California’s highest court rejects ‘people as pollution’ argument for UC Berkeley housing
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The California Supreme Court gave the greenlight to build student and homeless housing at People’s Park, ending a years-long legal debate over whether student noise is an environmental pollutant.energy
Californians will see lower electricity rates and a new fee that won’t vary with power use
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California utilities will shift billing to a fixed fee starting in 2025. Most Californians won’t see much change, or will have a lower bill.energy
A plan to change your utility rates is dividing California environmentalists. Here’s why
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The state’s largest power providers could slap most customers with a new fixed charge.housing
California’s most controversial housing law could get a makeover
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Some of California’s top lawmakers want to clear up, but also rein in, the state’s most controversial housing statute.housing
Fresh batch of YIMBY housing bills clash with coastal protections (again)
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Pro-housing legislators and advocates want to strip the California Coastal Commission of more authority in order to spur housing development.housing
What you need to know about California housing and corporate landlords
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Some of California’s most powerful lawmakers have taken aim at corporate landlords this legislative session.housing
