CA AB1050

Extends existing law that makes certain restrictive covenants unenforceable to now include housing developments on commercial properties being redeveloped for residential uses permitted by state housing laws or local zoning regulations

Expands the types of restrictions covered to include covenants in reciprocal easement agreements and those that prohibit (not just restrict) residential uses or the number, size, or location of residences

Property owners can record a modification document to remove unenforceable restrictive covenants after county counsel reviews and approves the documentation establishing the property qualifies as a housing development

Maintains exemptions for conservation easements held by accredited land trusts, government-funded easements, and those recorded before January 1, 2022, with specific notice requirements for modifying conservation easements

Clarifies that developments must still comply with state housing laws, local general plans, zoning ordinances, and specific plans, while preserving the ability to receive density bonuses under state housing programs