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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
Board will review the appeal of the Hearing Examiner’s decision dated July 18, 2025 for 2370 Cooley Avenue, Unit #2.
Board will review the appeal of the Hearing Examiner’s decision dated May 30, 2025 for 245 East O'Keefe Street.
Board will review the appeal of the Hearing Examiner’s decision dated May 30, 2025 for 201 East O'Keefe Street.
Board will consider modifying the July 18 2025 decision of the Hearing Examiner.
Board will consider modifying the decision of the hearing examiner dated May 30, 2025.
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a zoning request for 1080 La Avenida Street, Unit B.
City Council will vote on a resolution to uphold the Planning Commission’s appeal and deny a use permit for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
The Council will vote to approve a vesting tentative map that merges two parcels and creates eight condo parcels plus a common area at 335‑355 Pierce Rd.
City Council will consider a resolution to uphold the Planning Commission’s appeal and deny a use permit for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
City Council considered and adopted a resolution upholding the Planning Commission appeal and denying the use permit for a new two‑story single‑family residence at 305 Haight St.
The Council will adopt a resolution approving a vesting tentative map that creates eight condominium parcels and one common area at 335‑355 Pierce Rd.
The Council adopted a resolution upholding the Planning Commission’s appeal and denying the use permit for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
The City will consider a resolution to uphold the Planning Commission’s approval and deny the use permit for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
Council will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a vesting tentative map that merges two parcels and creates eight condominium parcels plus a common area at 335-355 Pierce Rd (Laurel Landing by Habitat for Humanity).
The council received an update on short‑term rental compliance.
The Town will hold a public hearing on Aug 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM to consider a site development permit for a 1,037‑sq‑ft addition to a 4,635‑sq‑ft two‑story home at 14210 Berry Hill Court.
Applicants are requesting a site development permit for a 1,037‑square‑foot addition to a single‑family home at 14210 Berry Hill Court.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the County Executive Officer to sign the Second Amendment to cooperation agreements with 16 non‑entitlement cities.
What's happening
Why it matters
Becoming an “Urban County” lets San Mateo qualify for HUD funding and programs that can support affordable housing and community development.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments with the agenda item number to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. on August 10 2026.
Decision update
The item “Resolution to execute HUD Urban County Amendment” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the Housing Director to sign a first amendment to the agreement with Community Planning Collaborative.
What's happening
Why it matters
The added services will produce a county‑wide analysis of housing precarity, helping officials target resources and policies to address housing instability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments with the agenda item number to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. on August 10 2026.
Decision update
The item “Housing Department amendment for county‑wide housing precarity study” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The board adopted the appointment of Alin Lancaster as a categorical member of the Housing and Community Development Committee.
What's happening
Why it matters
The committee advises on housing and community‑development policies that affect renters and homeowners in the county.
Who is affected
Not listed
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Written comments may be emailed by 5:00 p.m. the prior day.
Decision update
The item “Confirm appointment of Alin Lancaster to HCDC” was approved with amendments.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The board will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a design‑review and grading permit for a new two‑story single‑family home on Jefferson Avenue.
What's happening
Why it matters
The decision will affect the development of a new home and set conditions for future projects in the Emerald Lake Hills area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on Jefferson Avenue home permit appeal” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit revision for an addition to the existing single‑family home at 470 Santa Rita Ave.
Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit to demolish the existing home and build a new two‑story residence with a detached garage at 949 Lee Dr.
The Subdivision Committee will present a tentative map for a 12‑lot subdivision with 11 residential units.
