San Rafael council studies state housing laws as downtown density and height concerns rise
At a Feb. 2 study session, city staff told the San Rafael City Council that state density-bonus laws and ministerial pathways (e.g., SB 35) have driven most recent multifamily projects and limited local discretion; staff sought guidance on revisiting downtown density, planning-commission roles and a possible new ministerial process.
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San Rafael — City planners told the San Rafael City Council on Feb. 2 that state housing laws have reshaped how multifamily housing is reviewed and approved in the city and asked whether staff should explore changes to downtown density rules, the Planning Commission's role and a targeted ministerial approval process.
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