City CouncilRedwood City
Vote on 2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan
The City Council will adopt the 2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant program.
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The City Council will adopt the 2026 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant program.
The council will direct staff to follow the Surplus Land Act procedure for the Downtown Library Parking Lot B (1016 Middlefield Road).
The council will adopt a resolution conditionally awarding $12,326,460 in permanent loans to Rise City Apartments.
The City Council will direct staff to follow the Surplus Land Act and prepare an RFP for the Downtown Library Parking Lot B site.
The Council will direct staff to follow the Surplus Land Act procedure for the Downtown Library Parking Lot B (1016 Middlefield Road).
The Council will adopt a resolution establishing a Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and a Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fee.
The City Council will adopt a Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and a Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fee.
The City proposes amendments to the Affordable Housing Preservation Program (HPP) guidelines and template loan documents.
Staff proposes amendments to the Redwood City Zoning Code to improve clarity and align with the General Plan Housing Element.
The Board approved a resolution declaring the property as exempt surplus.
What's happening
Why it matters
The action enables the creation of workforce housing, helping local renters and supporting affordable housing goals.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Workforce housing development at 117 East Carrillo Street” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Commission will consider a resolution to approve a use permit and six variances for a two‑story single‑family residence on a substandard lot at 305 Haight Street. The variances would reduce setbacks, lower parking requirements, increase building coverage, and raise the height of the daylight plane. The action is classified as CEQA Class 3 exempt.
The council will authorize a $1 million loan and related agreements with 320 Sheridan LP to fund affordable housing at 320 Sheridan Dr. The same amount is appropriated from the below‑market‑rate housing fund.
The Board will hold a TEFRA public hearing to approve a plan of finance for revenue bonds up to $11,000,000. The bonds will fund acquisition, rehab, and development of a 42‑unit rental project at 903 Oceana Boulevard, Pacifica.
What's happening
Why it matters
The financing supports affordable housing, increasing rental options for low‑income households in the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom link: https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/94546018155
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email your comment to boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on TEFRA bond for Mercy Housing 42‑unit project” was adopted.
Decided Apr 7, 2026.
The Board will adopt a resolution declaring the 0.37‑acre parcel at 493 Eastmoor Avenue as surplus land and authorizing the Housing Director to lease it for long‑term use.
What's happening
Why it matters
Designating the property as surplus opens the possibility for affordable housing development or other community uses.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments referencing this agenda item by the deadline.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution finding the 0.37‑acre parcel at 493 Eastmoor Avenue to be exempt surplus land under the Surplus Land Act and authorizing the Housing Director, in consultation with the County Attorney, to execute all necessary documents to effect the designation.
Decided Mar 24, 2026.
The Board will authorize a memorandum of understanding and a competitive developer selection process for a 100% affordable housing development on University Avenue, linked to expansion of Martin Luther King Jr. Park.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project will add new affordable homes and improve park amenities for East Palo Alto residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom or in‑person attendance.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Send written comment referencing this item.
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the County Executive to sign a trilateral memorandum with the City of East Palo Alto and the East Palo Alto Community Alliance to enable a 100% affordable‑housing project on University Avenue and to direct the Housing Director to run a competitive process to select a developer.
Decided Mar 10, 2026.
The Board considered a recommendation to adopt a new Title 10 building regulations, repealing the old code and adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments.
What's happening
Why it matters
Updated building standards affect construction safety and compliance for developers and homeowners.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board adopted a new Title 10 building code, repealing the existing ordinance and adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24, Parts 1‑12) and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments.
Decided Feb 24, 2026.
The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing up to $3,000,000 from the general fund or other sources to fund rehabilitation and conversion of the 721 Airport property in South San Francisco into permanent supportive housing.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding will create affordable housing for vulnerable residents, addressing homelessness in the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person or via Zoom (ID 960 6981 2042).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing this agenda item by the deadline.
Decision update
The item “Allocate $3,000,000 for supportive housing at 721 Airport property” was approved.
Decided Jan 27, 2026.