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AB 1947

Surplus land.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tri Ta

AB 1947 establishes procedures for California agencies to manage and dispose of surplus land, potentially prioritizing affordable housing and community development over unrestricted market sales.

From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Com. on G.O.
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Bill Summary · AB 1947

Legislative bill overview

AB 1947 addresses the disposition and use of surplus land owned by state and local agencies in California. The bill, recently introduced by Assemblymember Tri Ta, is currently in its early legislative stages and has been referred to print for initial processing before committee consideration.

Why is this important

Surplus land policy directly affects housing availability, community development, and public resource allocation. How governments dispose of unused property can either facilitate affordable housing and community benefits or result in lost opportunities for public good, making this a significant issue for urban planning and fiscal responsibility.

Potential points of contention

  • Affordability requirements vs. market competition: Whether surplus land sales should prioritize affordable housing development or be sold to the highest bidder
  • Local control vs. state mandate: The balance between state-level requirements and local agencies' authority over their own property disposition
  • Community benefit obligations: What level of public benefit (affordable units, community facilities, etc.) should be required before land transfers occur

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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