New California housing laws effective January 1, 2027, include streamlined approval for housing near transit hubs in cities over 400,000 population, ministerial review for qualifying townhome projects, and standardized factory-built housing regulations. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) can now include two detached units with adjusted impact fees. Permit processing limits plan checks and requires cost estimates. Density bonus law and starter home revitalization act are expanded. CEQA excludes impacts solely from increased building height under specific conditions.
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