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Does the Housing Accountability Act apply to housing development projects in coastal…

Housing Accountability Act Technical Assistance Advisory · 2026 edition · updated 2026-09-25 · California

Yes. However, local governments must still comply with the California Coastal Act of 1976 (Division 20 (commencing with Section 30000) of the Public Resources Code) (Gov. Code, § 65589.5, subd. (e).)

Are housing developments still subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) if they qualify for the protections under the Housing Accountability Act?

Yes. Jurisdictions are still required to comply with CEQA (Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code) as applicable to the project. (Gov. Code, § 65589.5, subd. (e).)

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