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PlanningBoard | 2008-07-28 | 4 | delays in development at Alameda Point the Housing Element is not currently in compliance with State law, therefore it has been conditionally certified by the State. The current Element may not meet State regulations, but the intent is to meet the needs of Alameda. A discussion ensued between the Board and staff on the effect of new State regulations on the Housing Element. Staff presented a report on affordable housing and density bonus regulations. The State provides incentives to encourage developers to build affordable housing. Projects that would be eligible for a density bonus include affordable housing, senior housing, land donated for affordable units, condominium conversions and childcare facilities. Staff discussed density bonus allocations for each type of eligible project, development concessions, and incentives. Under State regulations a density bonus must be granted to a qualified development, but concessions or incentives are identified by the jurisdiction - with the exception of a reduction in parking. Staff presented a report on secondary units. Current City regulations require a use permit for secondary housing. Under State regulations, upon meeting certain criteria, secondary housing units could be approved at the staff level. Staff stated that without an ordinance in compliance with State law, the State's secondary housing unit regulations would prevail. Staff requested public and Board feedback, input, and comments to further refine the ordinances and begin the process of preparing the ordinances for adoption by the City Council. The public hearing was opened. David Howard commented that implementation of the various plans could be achieved without land use exemptions. Page 4 of 7 | PlanningBoard/2008-07-28.pdf |