November 2026 Land Use Ballot Measure
Summary
Voters will decide in November whether to approve major land-use changes — including higher floor-area ratios, height caps, and rooftop dining — required to go to the ballot under the city charter. The council is refining a 46-page ballot text that few residents are expected to read in full.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Election costs are not specified; the measure itself would enable development intensity changes such as increasing the AAP-area FAR from 0.6 to 1.5.
Supporters of the updated general plan, including residents seeking family-fun and economic development at key sites.
Residents who find the 46-page ballot text difficult to navigate, per public comment.
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City Council — August 4, 2026
The Council was scheduled to consider calling a special election on November 3, 2026, for a ballot measure required by Article XXVII on major changes in allowable land use. This could shape how the city handles future development decisions.
City Council — July 21, 2026
Voters will decide in November whether to approve major land-use changes — including higher floor-area ratios, height caps, and rooftop dining — required to go to the ballot under the city charter. The council is refining a 46-page ballot text that few residents are expected to read in full.
City Council — July 7, 2026
Staff was seeking direction on the General Plan update, including whether to fold the latest Housing Element into the Article XXVII traffic analysis and what land use and zoning changes should go to voters in November 2026.
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