In the complaint, the state will seek a court order requiring the City of Huntington Beach to amend its housing plan to allow the construction of more affordable homes.
Newsom says skyrocketing rents are “eroding quality of life”
In a statement, Newsom said, “The state doesn’t take this action lightly. The huge housing costs and sky-high rents are eroding quality of life for families across this state. California’s housing crisis is an existential threat to our state’s future and demands an urgent and comprehensive response.”
Additionally, Newsom stressed, “Cities and counties are important partners in addressing this housing crisis, and many cities are making herculean efforts to meet this crisis head on. But some cities are refusing to do their part to address this crisis and willfully stand in violation of California law. Those cities will be held to account.”
