Cities can't ask transit agencies to cut stops to avoid transit housing rules
A city or county with a transit-oriented stop may not ask the transit agency to cut service, remove the stop or remove a transit lane to escape the state's transit housing law. It also can't block transit projects over the extra housing height or density.
Who it affects
Cities and counties near transit stops, and transit agencies
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 SB 1361: Transit-oriented housing developments: local governments: transit agencies and projects.
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.