CA AB2233

Department of General Services must develop criteria by September 1, 2023 to evaluate state-owned parcels for suitability as affordable housing sites, in consultation with the Department of Housing and Community Development.

DGS must conduct comprehensive reviews of all state-owned property on or before July 1, 2024, and every four years thereafter, to identify parcels potentially viable for affordable housing development.

DGS must update the digitized inventory of excess state land suitable for affordable housing by January 1, 2024, and every four years thereafter, and evaluate screening tools annually starting June 1, 2023.

All state agencies must respond to DGS information requests, consider exchanging excess land with local governments for affordable housing purposes, and use all available legal and financial authority to expedite and prioritize approved affordable housing developments.

DGS must report to the Legislature on or before January 1, 2024, and annually thereafter, on the status of identified excess state properties, including lease information and intended uses.