Gov. Newsom and AG Bonta Announce Settlement with Elk Grove Over Affordable Housing Project

Sep 6, 2024, 04:00 PM

California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement with the city of Elk Grove for rejecting an affordable housing project. Bonta emphasized that all cities, including Huntington Beach and Pasadena, must comply with state housing laws or face legal action. This settlement follows the passage of SB 1037, aimed at creating incentives for cities to adhere to state housing regulations. Newsom highlighted the importance of new housing in addressing California's homelessness crisis and criticized Elk Grove's decision to block the project.