Visual depictions of projects remain an issue -- though accessibility might actually be improved for some. Brown Act has been loosened for the duration of COVID-19.
California's iconic Joshua tree is a step closer to permanent protected status after securing a recommendation from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife >>read more
At least $500 million in state and federal funds is available to help get planning departments past the COVID-19 financial crisis. More is likely on the way.
Bill Fulton and Josh Stephens discuss this week's planning news, including effects of COVID19 pandemic on housing production and planning departments' budgets >>read more
The state Judicial Council issued new rules designed to halt evictions and foreclosures for court cases in California for the duration of Gov. Newsom’s emergency shelter-in-place orders >>read more
Cities with big retail and tourists sectors are likely to experience the worst revenue drops immediately; can all cities keep their planners on the payroll?
New rail service connecting Modesto to the Bay Area and a renewed focus on infill development characterize the medium-term trends in one of California's agricultural hubs, according to Planning Manager Steve Mitchell.
