Salinas Rent Protections Remain Before November Repeal Vote
Salinas renters and landlords remain covered by four housing ordinances as voters prepare to decide whether to repeal them on Nov. 3, 2026.
Housing Policy
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Warren posts proposed 2026-27 housing and community-development funding plan
Warren published a proposed 2026-2027 action plan for anticipated HOME, CDBG and HOPWA resources, including a proposed CHDO housing-development activity.
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Westmont approves downtown rezoning package aimed at concentrating growth near train station
The Village Board approved three downtown zoning districts and related comprehensive-plan amendments on July 9, setting a new framework for future development near the Metra station and along Burlington Avenue and Quincy Street.
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Albany council sets Aug. 26 hearing on development-code changes
Albany’s City Council continued a hearing on development-code amendments after a track-changes problem, with the next hearing set for Aug. 26.
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Bradenton Opens Comment on Five-Year Housing and Infrastructure Plan
Bradenton has opened public comment on proposed 2026-2030 CDBG priorities, including housing, public facilities and resiliency work inside city limits.
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Greensboro adopts Road to 10,000 housing policy framework
The Greensboro City Council adopted a housing policy framework July 27, but the city has not released a production target, funding plan or timeline.
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Corvallis council sets Aug. 6 session on 2027 meeting calendar
Corvallis City Council scheduled an Aug. 6 work session to consider its 2027 meeting calendar, with housing and sheltering items also ahead.
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Santa Cruz Council Sets Aug. 11 Meeting on Housing, Water and Budget
Santa Cruz’s Aug. 11 council meeting is scheduled to address local-preference housing policy, coastal hazards, water plans and the FY2027 budget.
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Maine’s New Budget and Policy Laws Take Effect, Starting Statewide Implementation
Dozens of laws, including a supplemental budget and measures covering housing, childcare, education, affordability and public safety, took effect across Maine on July 29.
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Susanville adopts 2026 general plan focused on housing, infrastructure and growth constraints
Susanville adopted an updated general plan on Jan. 7, 2026, creating the policy framework for future housing, land use, transportation and infrastructure decisions.
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ASEAN Schedules Sustainable Urbanisation Forum in Kuala Lumpur for Aug. 10–15, 2026
ASEAN’s official 2026 calendar lists a six-day sustainable urbanisation forum in Kuala Lumpur, putting housing, infrastructure and city resilience on the regional policy agenda.
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HUD announces 14 FHA mortgage-policy changes aimed at lowering borrowing costs
The Department of Housing and Urban Development says the changes could reduce administrative costs and expand flexibility for some FHA borrowers, but the announcement does not quantify how many buyers will benefit.
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California launches cabinet-level agency to coordinate housing and homelessness programs
California formally launched a new cabinet-level agency on July 1 to coordinate housing, homelessness, housing finance and related civil-rights programs across state government.
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Chapel Hill sets August, September review for draft land-use rewrite
Chapel Hill has released a draft land-use ordinance rewrite and scheduled four public-review sessions at the public library on Aug. 17 and Sept. 10.
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Springfield Housing Plan Enters Draft Review Stage in August
Springfield’s Housing Springfield process is expected to release a draft plan in August, followed by three public open houses Aug. 25-26.
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Gainesville Sets Aug. 7 HUD Deadline for 2026-27 Housing Plan
Gainesville has published its draft 2026 Annual Action Plan, outlining proposed CDBG and HOME-funded housing and community-development work.
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Charlotte Court House weighs zoning changes for homes, accessory units
A July 20 hearing in Charlotte Court House covered proposed rules for manufactured homes, accessory units, temporary uses and zoning classifications; adoption is unconfirmed.
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Cardiff Residents Face Encinitas Decision to Forgo $3.9M Homeless Grant
Cardiff residents are affected by Encinitas’ 4-1 decision not to seek nearly $3.9 million in state funding for homelessness outreach, services and housing.
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Merriam’s short-term-rental buffer is back after the World Cup pause
Merriam’s temporary short-term-rental buffer pause ended after July 25. The city says qualifying licenses inside the 1,000-foot buffer expired July 26.
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Orlando homeowners can seek permit exemptions for some projects under $7,500
Orlando homeowners may qualify for a limited exemption on projects under $7,500, but must verify flood status, submit documents and await city review.
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Burbank Metro BRT Permit Fight Continues After July 17 Court Denial
A judge denied Metro’s request for interim relief in its Burbank BRT lawsuit. The permit dispute remains active ahead of an August 19 hearing.
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Plano adopts short-term rental rule changes for hosts and neighbors
Plano City Council adopted short-term rental changes July 27, clarifying registration, enforcement, training and offenses while leaving zoning and private restrictions in place.