A California appeals court ruled this week that cities and counties can more easily zone for smaller, lower-cost housing developments of up to 10 units, even if local voters previously tried to limit such projects. Why it matters: The decision is a significant win for housing advocates, developers, and anyone concerned about the state's severe housing shortage and affordability crisis. California's housing approval process has long been criticized as too cumbersome and restrictive to allow for sufficient new housing construction.
What housing shortage?
Almost 10% of all homes in CA are empty
But if they’re not for sale, then they’re not part of the supply. So there is still a serious shortage.