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PlanningBoard | 2014-03-10 | 4 | Mr. Thomas said it is allowed, even though its not on the HE. Board member Köster asked how the multi-family item comes in, and the PD overlay. Mr. Thomas stated the multi-family overlay is simple and permitted by right, and if density is up to 30. The PD overlay has been in place for a long time. He used the setback and height as an example and stated this gives the PB an ability to approve a different type of design, but this is only for big development. Board member Köster asked about 'delete' in the draft for projects and programs. Mr. Thomas explained in the background report and goes through all the programs of previous HE. He stated a program can be ongoing, or a single action. There is a deletion of programs due to something being complete. Board member Alvarez-Morroni asked about the Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) and how that fits in with the HE. Mr. Thomas stated this isn't a requirement by law, but this can be adopted into the plan. Board member Tang asked if the state requires senior units in affordable numbers. Mr. Thomas stated this is not a requirement for seniors. The state recognizes that cities don't actually do the building of homes. They want to see the dedicated land, or zones for the development of homes. Board member Tang asked if senior housing can be implemented into the plan. Mr. Thomas stated yes, policy can be written. President Burton opened the item to public comment. Speakers: Ms. Laura Thomas, Renewed Hope Housing, commented on the previous HE. She is surprised by the quick time frame and that the draft has already been sent to the state. The public process seems strange because of this. Rising rents is a concern as people could be displaced, and renters are the majority of people on the island. They propose a Rent Stabilization Ordinance in Alameda to protect the citizens. Ms. Audrey Lord-Hausman, complimented the city for adopting the Reasonable Accommodations Development and in providing Jack Capon Villa to the disabled who need this kind of housing. There is a need for housing conducive to aging in place housing in this city. She stated being on the Committee for Disabilities and would like to continue to see progress in moving these types of issues forward, by collaborating with other groups in an effort to get comments into the HE. Approved Regular Meeting Minutes Page 4 of 7 March 10, 2014 | PlanningBoard/2014-03-10.pdf |