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After a two year-long legal battle, the California Court of Appeal found that all cities, regardless of charter status, are bound by Article 14, by the Housing Element Law, and by the statutory remedies that are available when cities fail to comply with it. The ruling brings affordable housing advocates another step closer to seeing the city adopt a plan to ensure equitable housing opportunity for all its residents.

PILP and local partners released a new report analyzing the displacement risks facing long-term Altadena residents, especially Black Altadenans, in the wake of the Eaton Fire as outside investors rush in. It makes concrete policy recommendations for local and state leaders to protect families from displacement and preserve Altadena’s historic neighborhoods and residents.

PILP joins the Legal Aid Association of California in its statement on recent ICE raids.

At a time when the need for affordable housing and climate justice is paramount, why are legislators reducing affordable housing requirements and harming health protections in California?