26-story, 200-unit Builder's Remedy tower at 8844 Burton Way
Summary
The council overturned the Planning Commission and approved the tallest housing project pitched under state Builder's Remedy law. Neighbors spent hours raising fire-access, seismic, methane and emergency-exit concerns, but staff and state law left the city little room to deny. Conditions added include no alley staging and peer-reviewed safety studies.
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
The developer's attorney warned the state could fine the city up to $10 million (about $50,000 per unit) if the project were denied.
Future residents, including 22 affordable units, plus the developer and local businesses that gain customers; young workers get a path to live near their jobs.
Adjacent residents, particularly at 300 North Swall Drive, say they face three-plus years of blocked emergency egress, construction impacts and height overwhelming their neighborhood.
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