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This bill modifies the process for determining regional housing needs in California by establishing new consultation requirements between the Department of Housing and Community Development and councils of governments. Specifically, the bill requires the department to meet and consult with councils of governments at different timelines depending on the revision of the housing element: for the 4th through 6th revisions, consultations must occur at least 26 months prior to the scheduled revision; for the 7th revision, the timeline varies by specific council (ranging from 26 to 38 months depending on the region); and for the 8th and subsequent revisions, consultations must occur at least 38 months prior to the scheduled revision. The bill also adds a new requirement for the Department of Finance to consider changes in university enrollment levels when preparing anticipated household growth projections. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that it will only become operative under certain conditions related to its interaction with another bill (Senate Bill 486), ensuring that potential conflicting amendments are resolved. The overall goal is to improve the accuracy and collaborative nature of regional housing needs assessments by providing more structured and extended consultation periods between state agencies and local planning organizations.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

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