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Governor Gavin Newsom has issued an executive order aimed at facilitating the rebuilding process for survivors of the Los Angeles firestorms. The order suspends permitting requirements under the California Coastal Act and instructs the Coastal Commission to refrain from actions that could interfere with this directive. Additionally, it extends the duration that survivors can stay in hotels and short-term rentals beyond 30 days.
“As the state helps the Los Angeles area rebuild and recover, we will continue to remove barriers and red tape that stand in the way. We will not let over-regulation stop us from helping the LA community rebuild and recover,” stated Governor Newsom.
The order addresses previous guidance from the Coastal Commission, which suggested that rebuilding efforts were subject to exemption provisions under the Coastal Act. This guidance was seen as potentially confusing and delaying recovery efforts. The new directive ensures that all permitting requirements are suspended, aligning with a prior executive order issued on January 12, 2025.
In addition to cutting regulatory red tape, Governor Newsom's executive order also eases restrictions on temporary housing options by allowing survivors to remain classified as short-term occupants in hotels or rentals beyond 30 days until March 8, 2025.
The announcement builds on earlier measures taken by Governor Newsom to expedite recovery efforts following the firestorms. These include tax relief for affected individuals and businesses in Los Angeles County, streamlined construction processes for accessory dwelling units, protection against evictions for those sharing their homes with displaced individuals, mortgage relief initiatives, debris removal operations, price gouging safeguards, immediate state financial aid totaling over $2.5 billion, educational support for displaced students, and protections against predatory real estate practices targeting firestorm victims.
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