State housing legislation has fundamentally reshaped the landscape for student housing development. In this session, the Chair of the Student Homes Coalition will provide a practical roadmap for navigating California’s evolving legal framework to build student housing faster and more cost-effectively.
Attendees will gain a clear understanding of when and how to leverage state tools governing both on- and off-campus development, including CEQA exemptions, State Density Bonus Law, zoning reforms, and other statutory provisions that can streamline approvals and enhance project feasibility. The discussion will focus on actionable strategies—not just theory—helping institutions and development partners avoid common pitfalls while maximizing available legislative advantages.
Participants will leave with practical legal and policy insights to reduce entitlement risk, compress timelines, and unlock more affordable student housing opportunities.