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Local Coastal Program housing amendment

Summary

The Board adopted coastal zoning amendments to carry out the 2023-2031 Housing Element in the coastal zone — recognizing 36 housing overlay sites, implementing ADU and density bonus laws, and adding a coastal form-based code with a 35-foot height limit. It now goes to the Coastal Commission.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 3, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Trust holds over $18 million, with requests exceeding it; county currently commits $5 million per year.

✅Who benefits

Housing seekers, rural workers currently in substandard housing, and property owners in the coastal zone.

⚠️Who could be affected

Existing homeowners who worry about traffic, neighborhood character, and local control could see unwanted changes—and towns may bear new costs.

Mentions & discussions (2)

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