California Constructin News staff writer
A California superior court judge has ordered the city of Huntington Beach to pay escalating financial penalties for failing to comply with state housing laws, marking the latest development in an ongoing legal battle between the city and the state over affordable housing requirements.
The ruling requires Huntington Beach to pay $160,000 in penalties for violations dating back to January 2025, along with an additional $50,000 per month beginning in June until the city adopts a compliant housing plan, according to state officials…