City's Housing Plan Challenged

Housing advocates have filed a lawsuit against Pasadena, CA alleging the city has failed to comply with a state law that requires cities to plan housing for low- and very low-income residents.

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May 7, 2002, 9:00 AM PDT

By Christian Madera @http://www.twitter.com/cpmadera

The lawsuit alleges that the city's housing plan has contributed to a scarcity of housing for poor people; families with children and racial and ethnic minorities in Pasadena. The lawsuit, filed last week in Los Angeles County Superior Court asks the court to impose an injunction that would bring a halt to all development -- not just residential, but commercial -- until the city complies with state law. As a statewide housing shortage has worsened, advocates throughout the state are increasingly turning to courts for help in forcing cities to plan for affordable housing.

Thanks to Christian Peralta

FULL STORY: Pasadena's Poor Lack Housing, Suit Claims

Saturday, May 4, 2002 in The Los Angeles Times

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