State real property: office space: consolidation.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill directs the Department of General Services to conduct an audit of state office buildings to identify opportunities to consolidate office space. The department is then authorized to consolidate space within buildings, prioritizing space for the University of California, California State University, and the California Community Colleges. The bill aims to maximize the utilization of existing state-owned office space and potentially create more housing opportunities.
Key provisions
- Requires an annual audit of state office building utilization.
- Authorizes consolidation of office space within buildings at the suite, floor, and building level.
- Prioritizes space made available for the University of California, California State University, and the California Community Colleges.
- Amends Government Code Section 65582.1 to list existing housing reforms and incentives.
- Establishes a timeline for the initial audit and consolidation efforts (January 1, 2027).
- Focuses on maximizing the use of existing state-owned buildings.
- Addresses the impact of remote work patterns on state office space needs.
- Requires findings and declarations related to affordable housing efforts.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- University of California
- California State University
- California Community Colleges
- The Department of General Services
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