City CouncilEast Palo Alto
Adopt temporary housing incentive program for small projects
Council will waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance creating a Temporary Housing Development Incentive Program for projects of 20 units or fewer.
Vote scheduled Jul 21Jul 21HousingNo comment option listed
What's happening
- Council will waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance creating a Temporary Housing Development Incentive Program for projects of 20 units or fewer.
- Council will direct the City Manager to adopt administrative guidelines for implementing the program.
Why it matters
The program temporarily removes inclusionary housing requirements for small projects, encouraging new housing production and helping the city meet its regional housing needs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting on July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Posted Jul 20, 2026, 9:13 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT
Decision update
Rejected
The Council rejected the Temporary Housing Development Incentive Program for Smaller Projects Ordinance by a 3‑2 vote.
Decided Jul 21, 2026.