Politics & Government
City Of San Mateo Sued By Nonprofit Over New Housing Plan
"We want to make sure cities are making their housing plans based on evidence, instead of just hope or speculation," Mayhew said.
May 24, 2024
Just one day after the San Mateo City Council adopted a new housing plan, a nonprofit and San Francisco-based law firm has filed a lawsuit against the city.
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The Housing Action Coalition (HAC) and Farella Braun + Martel LLP is challenging the city's recently adopted Housing Element, which requires local governments to adequately plan to meet housing needs of community members.
Tom Mayhew, the attorney representing HAC, argues the city is not following state law by not backing up its claims that housing sites are realistically available with substantial evidence.
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