San Mateo’s housing plan receives state approval

Housing regulators have officially said San Mateo’s state-mandated housing plans — outlining the city’s plan to build 10,000 homes by 2031 — are compliant with California housing laws.

“With a compliant housing element, the city can begin implementing its high-priority policies and programs, including code and policy amendments to simplify and streamline housing permit requirements, expanding investments in existing housing for middle- and lower-income residents, and enhancing tenant protections,”...