Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Contra Costa County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues
Bayview Subdivision Map Extension
The developer of the 144-unit Bayview Subdivision in the Martinez/Vine Hill area is asking for a nearly three-and-a-half-year extension to file its final map, keeping the 78-acre residential project alive.
Ariey Lane Residential Development and Rezone
A developer wants to split a 6.1-acre Lafayette property into three lots, rezone it, build new homes, extend roads and utilities near a creek, and remove protected trees.
Drainage Culvert and Structural Verification in Port Costa
Appellants and property owners debated the exact size and location of an underground historic creek culvert beneath a residential construction site in Port Costa. Commissioners agreed that building permit conditions provide adequate oversight to verify structural safety before construction proceeds.
View Preservation, Setbacks, and Geotechnical Safety in Kensington
Neighbors appealed a proposed single-family home development in Kensington, citing blocked views of the Golden Gate Bridge, solar access obstruction, narrow street conditions, and incomplete geotechnical evaluations in a designated landslide zone. The commission ultimately denied the appeal after finding the project met design standards and required stringent geologic review.
Illegal Dumping Road Closures
The county is extending road closures on South Broadway Avenue and Carquinez Scenic Drive to combat persistent illegal dumping and criminal activity.
Emergency Medical Services CSA EM-1 Assessments
The county confirmed annual service area assessments to fund enhanced emergency medical services and advanced life support.
Tree Permit Appeal at 532 Hemme Avenue
A neighbor appealed a decision allowing the removal of three large, declining Valley Oak trees in Alamo, raising concerns about wildlife habitat, neighborhood aesthetics, and creek runoff. The property owner and arborist maintained the trees pose significant safety hazards due to severe leaning and branch drop, leading the commission to uphold the permit.