The California Restaurant Association and the city of Berkeley have reached a settlement in a lawsuit over Berkeley’s ban on natural gas in new buildings. This agreement marks a significant development in the ongoing debate over environmental regulations and their impact on the restaurant industry.
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The California Restaurant Association filed a lawsuit against Berkeley challenging the city’s ban on natural gas in new construction.
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The settlement agreement includes a provision that Berkeley will not enforce the gas ban while the parties work together to find a mutually agreeable solution.
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Both parties have expressed a commitment to finding sustainable solutions that balance environmental concerns with the needs of the restaurant industry.
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The settlement represents a step towards cooperation and compromise in the ongoing debate over energy regulations in California.
