California 2021-2022 Regular Session

California Assembly Bill AB2395

Introduced
2/17/22  

Caption

Land use: Subdivision Map Act.

Impact

The proposed changes under AB 2395 will affect how local legislative bodies, including city and county governments, approach their long-term planning and zoning laws. By establishing a clearer framework for the Subdivision Map Act, it could facilitate the development processes by targeting non-substantive nomenclature that may lead to confusion among local officials. This clarity may ultimately enhance the efficiency of property subdivision and urban development in alignment with comprehensive general plans adopted by local jurisdictions.

Summary

Assembly Bill 2395, introduced by Assembly Member Gallagher, seeks to amend Section 66410 of the Government Code, which addresses the Subdivision Map Act associated with land use and city planning. The bill aims to make nonsubstantive changes regarding the title of the Subdivision Map Act, which sets forth regulations on how local agencies can control and regulate the subdivision of real property. This amendment is part of broader efforts to clarify existing laws surrounding land use and ensure better compliance with state planning requirements.

Contention

While AB 2395 does not introduce new regulatory burdens or significant changes to existing law, there may be concerns regarding the potential for differing interpretations of what constitutes 'nonsubstantive' changes. Stakeholders, such as urban planners and developers, may seek to ensure that these amendments do not inadvertently create barriers or complicate existing zoning laws. Therefore, while the bill has the primary intention of simplifying language, its impact on local implementation could become a point of contention among various interest groups if the amendments lead to misunderstandings in application.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CA AB2997

Subdivisions: manufactured homes.

CA SB1123

Planning and zoning: subdivisions: ministerial review.

CA AB68

Land use: streamlined housing approvals: density, subdivision, and utility approvals.

CA AB3210

Affordable Housing on K–12 Lands Act of 2024.

CA SB347

Subdivision Map Act: exemption: hydrogen fueling stations and electric vehicle charging stations.

CA SB684

Land use: streamlined approval processes: development projects of 10 or fewer residential units on urban lots under 5 acres.

CA AB3122

Streamlined housing approvals: objective planning standards and subdivision applications.

CA SB576

General plans: land use element: military sites.

CA AB3093

Land use: housing element.

CA AB1561

Housing development: Camp Fire Housing Assistance Act of 2019.

Similar Bills

CA AB516

Sex offenses: disabled victims.

CA AB2123

District-based elections.

CA AB453

District-based elections.

MI HB4122

Health occupations: health professionals; permanent revocation of license or registration if convicted of sexual conduct under pretext of medical treatment; provide for. Amends sec. 16226 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16226). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4121'23

CA AB3171

Controlled substances: fentanyl.

CA AB892

Sex offenders: registration: solicitation of a minor.

MN SF1826

Payment rates establishment for certain substance use disorder treatment services

MN HF1994

Payment rates established for certain substance use disorder treatment services, and vendor eligibility recodified for payments from the behavioral health fund.