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Jul20Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Ordinance to Allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)

The council will consider an ordinance to update ADU regulations in the zoning code.

Vote scheduled Jul 20Jul 20HousingNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will consider an ordinance to update ADU regulations in the zoning code.
The ordinance seeks state law compliance and includes a CEQA exemption.

Why it matters

Allowing more ADUs can increase affordable housing options for renters and homeowners.

Who is affected

rentershomeownersprospective ADU builders

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.

Jul 20, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 17, 2026, 4:54 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:15 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council unanimously adopted the ordinance amending the ADU provisions of the zoning code to ensure state compliance and to qualify for a CEQA common‑sense exemption. This action is final.

Decided Jul 20, 2026.

Jul16Thu

Assessment AppealsSanta Clara County

Public hearings on property value appeals

The Board is reviewing appeals from property owners who disagree with their property tax assessments.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 16Budget & Taxes

Jul15Wed

Environmental Quality CommissionMenlo Park

Enact real-estate disclosure ordinance for heritage trees

The commission is asked to adopt an ordinance that requires sellers to disclose information about heritage trees on a property when transferring it.

Awaiting official resultJul 15Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

Jul15Wed

Zoning AdministratorLos Altos

Design review for new 3,720-sq-ft home at 671 Covington Road

Applicant requests a design review for a new two‑story, 3,720‑square‑foot home.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 15Housing

Jul15Wed

Zoning AdministratorLos Altos

Design review for new 3,471-sq-ft house at 399 Hawthorne Avenue

Applicant requests a design review for a new two‑story, 3,471‑square‑foot house.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 15Housing

Jul15Wed

Zoning AdministratorLos Altos

Design review for 1,121-sq-ft addition at 811 Nash Road

Applicant requests a design review for a new 1,121‑square‑foot second‑story addition to an existing home.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 15Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Deny appeal and uphold permit for 305 Haight St. home

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Decision on 305 Haight St. use permit and variances

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Authorize city manager to amend Urban County CDBG agreement

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Decision on 305 Haight St. variance appeal

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Authorize execution of second amendment to Urban County CDBG agreement

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Second amendment to Urban County Cooperation Agreement for CD Block Grant

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.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 14Housing

Jul14Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Amend Inclusionary Housing Program requirements for new projects

The ordinance reduces inclusionary housing requirements for projects with 25 units or more.

Vote scheduled Jul 14Jul 14HousingNo comment option listed

What's happening

The ordinance reduces inclusionary housing requirements for projects with 25 units or more.
It eliminates inclusionary housing requirements for projects under 25 units.
It lets developers give land to the city instead of paying the inclusionary housing fee and creates a process to request modifications.

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

developershomeownersrenterslow‑income residents

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.

Jul 14, 2026, 2:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 18, 2026, 7:20 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:17 PM PT

Decision update

Continued

The item “Amend Inclusionary Housing Program requirements for new projects” was continued.

Decided Jul 14, 2026.

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

E.On Project – Approve use permit and housing agreement

The Planning Commission approved a use permit, architectural control permit, and affordable housing agreement for the project in accordance with State Density Bonus Law.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Resolution confirming Springline development agreement compliance

Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution stating Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement for April 2025‑March 2026.

Awaiting official resultJul 13Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Class 32 Infill – Approve use permit and housing agreement

The Planning Commission is asked to adopt resolutions approving a use permit, architectural control permit, and BMR housing agreement for demolishing four existing units and building six new units on a substandard lot in the R-3 (Apartment) zoning district.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Permits for housing project including BMR agreement

The Planning Commission reviewed a project for a use permit, architectural control permit, and Below Market Rate (BMR) housing agreement.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Approval of waivers and concessions for housing project

Planning Commission approves 12 waivers from development standards for a multifamily housing project.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on BMR housing agreement and waivers

Planning Commission reviewed a draft Below Market Rate (BMR) housing agreement and 12 development waivers.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionEast Palo Alto

Temporary Housing Development Incentive Program Ordinance

Staff will present findings that the proposed ordinance aligns with the city’s General Plan and helps meet regional housing needs. The commission is asked to adopt the ordinance.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 13Housing

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on use permit for 1908 Menalto Ave ADU project

The Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit that allows demolition of an existing duplex and construction of a new two‑story single‑family residence with an accessory dwelling unit on a substandard lot.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 13Housing

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on use permit for 1024 Sevier Ave additions

The Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions that exceed 50% of the replacement value of the existing nonconforming house. The agenda also includes a permit for a two‑story residence that exceeds the existing floor area on a substandard lot.

Vote scheduled Jul 13Comment period has passedJul 13Housing

What's happening

The Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions that exceed 50% of the replacement value of the existing nonconforming house. The agenda also includes a permit for a two‑story residence that exceeds the existing floor area on a substandard lot.

Why it matters

The project will enlarge the existing home and add a new two‑story residence, affecting neighborhood density, parking, and possibly the character of the Flood Park area.

Who is affected

homeownernearby residents

How to act

Attend: Join via Zoom at zoom.us/join – ID# 846 9472 6242 or attend in person at City Council Chambers, 751 Laurel St., Menlo Park.

Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov

Submit comment: Submit written comment up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, include the agenda item number.

Jul 13, 2026, 7:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 11, 2026, 7:47 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The commission adopted a resolution approving a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions to the single‑family residence at 1024 Sevier Ave, including a two‑story addition that exceeds 50% of the existing floor area.

Decided Jul 13, 2026.

Jul13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on use permit for new home with ADU at 1908 Menalto Ave

Commission will adopt a resolution to approve a use permit to demolish an existing duplex and build a new two‑story single‑family residence with an accessory dwelling unit on a substandard lot.

Awaiting official resultJul 13HousingNo comment option listed

Jul13Mon

City CouncilRedwood City

Direct staff on Senate Bill 79 implementation

The Council will direct staff to take actions related to Senate Bill 79 for abundant and affordable homes near transit.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJul 13Housing