Mayor: Cupertino approved several housing projects and will enforce 'no net loss' on affordable capacity

Mayor Kitty Moore said Cupertino approved multiple housing projects over the last year, citing developments at the former Staples site, the United Furniture site and projects along Stevens Creek Boulevard. She said these approvals help the city meet its regional housing allocation requirements.

Moore singled out proposed moderate-income teacher and workforce housing on Wolf Road, saying the projects aim to help educators live in the community they serve. She also said the city advanced inclusive housing for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide stable, supportive homes rather than risk displacement.

The mayor reminded the audience that the state's "no net loss" law requires the city to identify and restore affordable capacity if a project results in fewer affordable units than originally assumed. Moore described the legal constraint as an ongoing obligation that shapes housing decisions and called for developers who "share our commitment to Cupertino’s future" and attention to neighborhood compatibility and design quality.

Moore framed these housing steps within broader constraints: state mandates, fiscal pressures and competing infrastructure needs mean the city must balance legal obligations with design and community priorities. No specific ordinance or rezoning vote occurred during the address; the mayor described recent approvals and emphasized forthcoming plans and continued public engagement.