Insights, guides, and updates on local planning, civic engagement, and how to make your voice heard.
Why data center proposals are spreading beyond big-city corridors, what communities tend to weigh, and what to check if one lands on your county's agenda.
CEQA is the main law governing environmental review of California development. Here's a plain-English breakdown of how it works, what the 2026 reforms changed, and why it matters if you're tracking projects near you.
Most people find out about a major development near their home when a bulldozer shows up. Here's how the notification process actually works — and how to make sure you're not the last to know.
