Almost nowhere in California is building enough, according to the state. Here’s why

California cities and counties are currently failing to meet state-mandated housing production targets. Despite the existence of state-approved development plans, the actual construction of new residential units continues to lag significantly behind the established requirements across the state.

Every eight years, state housing regulators require local jurisdictions to develop and implement plans for new home construction. The ongoing deficit in building activity highlights a systemic struggle among local governments to execute these state-mandated housing assignments.