A California bill could spur more condo and townhome construction

A bill in the California Senate aims to ease condo and townhome construction by limiting lawsuits against builders for defects. Current laws allow lawsuits even before repairs, deterring developers and causing a 75% drop in condo construction statewide. The bill would require proof of actual problems and prevent repeated lawsuits after repairs. Opponents argue it reduces consumer protections, while supporters say it encourages affordable housing development.