Bill > AB735

This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for logistics use developments (large warehouses) in California, particularly in warehouse concentration regions like Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The bill requires new logistics use developments to meet stringent design and environmental standards, including locating truck loading bays away from sensitive receptors like homes and schools, creating substantial buffer zones with landscaping, and implementing energy-efficient and zero-emission technologies. It mandates that cities and counties develop specific truck routes that avoid residential areas, with potential civil penalties of up to $50,000 every six months for non-compliance. The legislation also requires developers to replace any demolished housing units at a two-to-one ratio and provide relocation assistance to displaced tenants. Additionally, the bill requires the California Highway Patrol to develop training for law enforcement on commercial vehicle route enforcement and tasks the South Coast Air Quality Management District with monitoring air pollution near warehouse developments. The goal is to minimize the negative environmental and community impacts of large warehouse facilities while establishing clear standards for their development and operation.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Justice

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB735