"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/
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At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/
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The Planning Board approved the design, map, and new street names for Phase A of the West Midway housing development, which will include 284 new housing units. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also approved tree removal and planting for the Clement Avenue/Tilden Way Improvements Project. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-west-midway-design-tilden-clement-tree-plan/
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On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/
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"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/
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On July 28, the Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review a proposal to build a 356-unit, 8-story residential building at 2433 Mariner Square Loop on a 2.39-acre site. "Residential units will include 55 studios, 200 one-bedroom units, and 101 two-bedroom units," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/july-28-planning-board-preview/
Sindhu Ananthavel takes a look back at the June 23 Planning Board meeting regarding the new Aquatic Center at Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. Check out the meeting records for schematics, parking projections, and more. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-review-permit-aquatic-center/
On June 9, the Planning Board approved modifying a use permit, allowing the Mobil gas station at 1310 Central Avenue to extend its operating hours. The station will also be allowed to sell convenience items. Karin K. Jensen relays the "sharply divided" public comments and differing Board voices. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-extending-central-avenue-gas-station-hours/
The Planning Board will consider allowing the Mobil gas station at 1310 Central Ave to extend its operating hours and sell more convenience items at its store. Karin K. Jensen reports that the gas station has had a difficult time competing with other stations that have extended hours and food. https://alamedapost.com/news/june-9-planning-board-preview/
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