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This bill addresses housing policies related to single-room occupancy (SRO) units, with a focus on protecting low-income tenants during rehabilitation or replacement of these units. It allows cities and counties to reduce the number of replacement units when converting SRO units to studio or larger units, provided certain conditions are met, such as maintaining affordable rent levels and offering existing tenants a right of first refusal. The bill establishes detailed requirements for replacement housing, including maintaining affordability for 55 years, limiting rent increases for displaced tenants, and ensuring that replacement units are located in similar areas. Additionally, the bill expands the definition of homelessness for individuals displaced from SRO units, making it easier for them to qualify for housing assistance programs by removing barriers like coordinated entry system referral requirements. The legislation aims to protect vulnerable populations while allowing for modernization and improvement of single-room occupancy housing, recognizing the unique challenges faced by low-income tenants in these types of residential units.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs, Labor and Employment

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB21