Summary
The commission recommended raising the density bonus cap from 35% to 50%, allowing stacked two-tier bonuses under AB 1287, and offering incentives including further parking reductions. Commissioners worried it won't help affordability and parking is already too low.
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Noncompliance could cost the city significant money in lost lawsuits, per the city attorney.
Housing developers gain stronger incentives to build more units, including affordable ones.
Neighbors may see reduced parking and bigger projects; commissioners doubted the affordability payoff.
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Planning Commission Meeting - Apr 8, 2026
The commission recommended raising the density bonus cap from 35% to 50%, allowing stacked two-tier bonuses under AB 1287, and offering incentives including further parking reductions. Commissioners worried it won't help affordability and parking is already too low.
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