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Adopt Tenant Protection fees and confirm regulations
The City Council will adopt a Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and a Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fee.
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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
The City Council will adopt a Relocation Assistance Administrative Fee and a Fair Rate of Return Appeal Fee.
City will adopt resolution approving the PY 2026 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funds.
City Manager’s office completed feasibility study for potential affordable housing while preserving 98 parking stalls.
The City proposes amendments to the Affordable Housing Preservation Program (HPP) guidelines and template loan documents.
City recommends conditionally awarding $12,326,460 loan to Rise City Apartments.
A general notification will be presented to the City Council.
The city engineer notified the council that the parcel map for 502 Edgewood Road has been approved.
The city is hosting an open house for residents to meet the three development teams working on proposals for Downtown Parking Plazas 1, 2, and 3. Attendees can learn about each team's plans and ask questions. No official decisions will be made at this event.
Staff presented the draft Anti-displacement Plan and asked the Housing Commission to review it and recommend approval to the City Council. The plan includes strategies such as rental assistance, legal assistance, expanded just‑cause eviction protections, and a tenant anti‑harassment ordinance.
What's happening
Why it matters
If approved, the plan will add stronger tenant protections and support programs that can help prevent evictions and keep residents in their homes, especially in the Belle Haven neighborhood.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at Belle Haven Community Campus, Event Room or join via Zoom (Meeting ID 865 4847 4804).
Email: Email the city clerk at jaherren@menlopark.gov for comments or questions.
Submit comment: Submit written comments by the public‑comment deadline (deadline not listed).
Decision update
The item “Review and recommend approval of the City of Menlo Park Anti-displacement Plan” passed (5–0–1).
Decided May 6, 2026.
Residents can speak for up to three minutes on any issue not listed on the agenda.
The commission will review a staff report and recommend the anti‑displacement plan to the City Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
The plan aims to protect renters and low‑income residents from being forced out of their homes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at Belle Haven Community Campus, Event Room or via Zoom (Meeting ID 865 4847 4804).
Email: Email city clerk at jaherren@menlopark.gov.
Submit comment: Speak during the public comment portion of the meeting; each speaker limited to three minutes.
Decision update
The Housing Commission approved its April 1, 2026 meeting minutes and voted to recommend approval of the City’s Anti‑displacement Plan for the Belle Haven neighborhood. The recommendation does not constitute final adoption of the plan.
Decided May 6, 2026.
The Planning Commission held a study session on the 910 Marshall Street senior residential care facility proposal.
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.
Board received staff presentation and held a public hearing on the Local Housing Marketing Program ordinance.
What's happening
Why it matters
It requires developers to report who rents or buys units, helping keep housing affordable for local 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 “First reading approval of Local Housing Marketing Program ordinance” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution honoring United Way of Santa Barbara County for administering the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
What's happening
Why it matters
It publicly acknowledges the organization that helped renters stay housed during emergencies, highlighting county support for housing stability.
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 “Commend United Way for Emergency Rental Assistance” was adopted.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The board adopted an ordinance amending sections 46A-2, 46A-4, and 46A-6 of the County Code to address inclusionary housing.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes create requirements for new housing developments that can increase affordable housing options for renters 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 item “Vote on Inclusionary Housing Ordinance” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hear each listed appeal.
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 Commission will hold a study session to discuss the use permit, architectural control, tentative parcel map, heritage tree removal permits, and Below Market Rate housing agreement for the O'Brien Drive project. The session is for staff and the public to provide feedback before any final decisions.
City Council will hold a hearing on the appeal of an administrative citation for unpermitted garage construction at 2455 Carson Street.
The committee will receive a report from the County Executive on efforts to improve working conditions at residential care facilities in Santa Clara County.
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 commission held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance and map to temporarily exclude certain downtown parcels within 0.25 mile of the Caltrain station from SB 79 requirements. The commission will recommend the changes to the City Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
Exempting these sites could limit the density and height of new housing near transit, affecting neighborhood character and housing supply.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the hearing in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing: Exempt downtown sites from SB 79” was outcome recorded (5–1).
Decided Apr 27, 2026.