State legislatures nationwide have become more aggressive in
wielding pre-emption to interfere with local democracy.
Pre-emption is also alive and well at the federal level.
Accessory dwelling units, also known as granny flats, provide a
lower-cost option than traditional market-rate construction to
increase the housing supply in existing residential
neighborhoods.
The Legislature remains focused on housing policy, with keen
interest in local government land-use authority and new state
involvement in helping to finance affordable housing and related
infrastructure.
