Housing plans may count abuse and trafficking survivors in supportive housing needs
The group whose supportive housing needs a city or county housing element covers may now include victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. Before, the definition centered on low-income people with disabilities.
Who it affects
Cities and counties writing housing elements, and survivors of abuse
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 1573: Land use: housing elements: target population.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.