Berkeley can close Harrison encampment, 9th Circuit says
One judge said the city should be allowed to take stronger action, writing: "Berkeley's efforts face the ongoing threat of paralysis by judicial fiat."
Berkeley Homeless Union
Berkeley Homeless Union sued the city of Berkeley in 2025 to stop the closure of the Harrison Street encampment on ADA grounds. Follow The Scanner's ongoing coverage of the legal battle.
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Some residents are calling for an outright camping ban. The city says it could not enforce it.
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Heavy equipment rolled in Wednesday as the Harrison Street encampment closure continued.
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The closure follows a lengthy legal battle over the rights of disabled campers.
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"Give me a solution. How do we avert chaos?" U.S. District Judge Edward Chen told a city attorney on Thursday.
Why did a judge halt Harrison encampment closure?
The city says dangerous conditions demand action. Berkeley Homeless Union says officials haven't met the court's requirements.
Berkeley can clear Harrison encampment, judge says
In a series of orders, the judge also carved out new rights for Berkeley homeless residents. The city did not respond to requests for comment.