Assessment AppealsSanta Clara County
Assessment appeals hearing for multiple property owners
The board will review and decide on assessment appeals listed in the agenda.
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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
The board will review and decide on assessment appeals listed in the agenda.
The council shares a tentative meeting calendar and the schedule for implementing the city's Housing Element.
The council will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep the Planning Commission’s approval of a use permit for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
The City Council receives an update on Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) capacity and progress.
Mayor Nash reports on the ABAG General Assembly meeting that previewed RHNA Cycle 7 and potential larger housing allocations.
The City Council will consider adopting a resolution that authorizes the city manager to execute the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
City Council will consider a resolution to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission’s approval of a use permit and six variances for a new two‑story single‑family residence at 305 Haight St.
City Council receives an update on RHNA capacity and progress toward the city’s housing goals.
Council will consider a resolution to let the city manager sign the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement for the Community Development Block Grant program.
City Council will consider a resolution to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission’s approval of a use permit and six variances for a new two‑story single‑family home at 305 Haight St.
Staff will present an update on Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) capacity.
Mayor Nash presented a report on the upcoming RHNA Cycle 7 housing allocations.
Staff provided a progress update on the city’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) capacity.
Mayor Nash presented a report on the ABAG General Assembly meeting about upcoming RHNA Cycle 7.
What's happening
Why it matters
It informs residents about future housing requirements and city planning.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom (ID 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The City Council approved the minutes of the July 14, 2026 meeting, which include the Mayor Nash report.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Council will vote on a resolution that lets the city manager sign the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
The Council will consider a resolution allowing the city manager to execute the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
What's happening
Why it matters
The amendment enables the city to pursue funding for housing and infrastructure projects that benefit low‑ and moderate‑income households.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the discussion.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The City Council approved the consent calendar, authorizing the city manager to execute the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement for the Community Development Block Grant program.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The council will authorize the city manager to execute the second amendment to the agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
Heritage House Renovation will be opened to the public.
The ordinance reduces inclusionary housing requirements for projects with 25 units or more.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changing the rules could lower costs for developers and affect how many affordable units are built for low‑income residents.
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 “Amend Inclusionary Housing Program requirements for new projects” was continued.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The city is proposing to lower inclusionary housing requirements for projects of 25 units or more.
Board received and filed a presentation covering the 2026 sheltered point-in-time count, housing inventory, HMIS data, encampment strategy, and funding overview.
What's happening
Why it matters
The update helps the County meet state and federal reporting requirements and guides future homelessness response.
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 “Receive 2026 Homelessness Update from Community Services” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Board authorized the Chair to execute a subordination agreement that places a $1,488,000.00 County loan behind the State HCD loan for the Patterson Point affordable housing project.
What's happening
Why it matters
It allows the affordable housing project to secure financing by prioritizing the state loan.
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 “Subordination agreement for Patterson Point affordable housing” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute a CDBG Capital subrecipient agreement with CAPSLO for $247,794.00 to fund a Home Repair Program.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides funding to repair homes of low‑income owners, improving safety and housing quality.
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 “CDBG Capital subrecipient agreement for home repair program” passed.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The commission is asked to approve a use permit, architectural control permit, and a below‑market‑rate housing agreement for two three‑story multifamily residential buildings with eight townhome units at 335‑355 Pierce Road.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the permits and BMR agreement will create affordable housing units for low‑income households and shape the neighborhood’s development.
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 commission adopted resolutions approving a use permit, architectural control permit, and below‑market‑rate housing agreement for the Laurel Landing project, allowing two new three‑story multifamily buildings with eight townhome units in the R‑3 district.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.