Final Phase Development at The Fields (1320 McCandless Drive)
Summary
Lyon Living is seeking approval to transform the long-vacant 5.49-acre site at 1320 McCandless Drive into 109 townhomes, 10 ADUs, and 9 live/work units surrounding a public plaza. The project replaces previously approved high-density apartments and a hotel that proved economically unfeasible.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project includes a $400,000 voluntary contribution to the city and off-site affordable housing provision, offsetting reduced impact fees resulting from lower overall unit density.
Future home buyers and young professionals seeking for-sale townhome housing near the Milpitas BART station.
Residents and officials disappointed by the loss of higher-density mixed-use housing and the proposed luxury hotel.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - May 19, 2026
The developer of The Fields is changing course from apartments and a hotel to build 109 townhomes, live-work units, and an urban plaza, providing 22 off-site affordable units and a $700,000 public benefit payment.
Planning Commission - May 6, 2026
Lyon Living is seeking approval to transform the long-vacant 5.49-acre site at 1320 McCandless Drive into 109 townhomes, 10 ADUs, and 9 live/work units surrounding a public plaza. The project replaces previously approved high-density apartments and a hotel that proved economically unfeasible.
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