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Housing Element Update – Tarpe Flats

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

Public comments (3)

OpposedTom RaleighNov 3, 2026

The Fisherman's Flats HOA president said wildfire evacuation studies show Highway 68 cannot handle more residents and called the EIR's 'less than significant' wildfire finding for Site 52 wrong and lawsuit bait.

Board of Supervisors — November 3, 2026 · 1:36:37 →
OpposedMichael HopeNov 3, 2026

He urged removal of Tarpe Flats, arguing 725 units are far more than needed for the buffer, citing a KLD evacuation study projecting over 6,000 vehicles unable to evacuate and already-overcapacity Highway 68.

Board of Supervisors — November 3, 2026 · 1:50:23 →
OpposedSteve Michael HoganNov 3, 2026

A self-described wildfire physics expert speaking for Save Tarpe Flats (1,600 residents) said Site 52 is a critical fire break and staging area, and warned high-density development there would create a Sonoma-2017-style hazard.

Board of Supervisors — November 3, 2026 · 1:57:17 →