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LAPAC: survey shows strong support for mixed‑use as county prepares housing‑element update
Summary
Staff told the LAPAC survey respondents across planning areas strongly supported mixed‑use development and explained the county will use the state Regional Housing Needs Assessment target to guide the housing‑element update; members discussed allowing residential uses in commercial zones to increase housing capacity locally.
Staff member summarized survey responses and said mixed‑use — allowing residential development within commercial zones — showed broad support across the county. She explained the housing‑element update process and the state‑assigned housing target that jurisdictions must plan to accommodate over the six‑year housing‑element cycle, describing it as the number of dwelling units each jurisdiction needs to show capacity for.
Committee members asked whether mixed‑use could apply to existing buildings as well as new construction; the staff member said it could, noting the change would open development opportunities. Participants said mixed‑use could help retain small‑town character while achieving housing objectives if implemented thoughtfully and with community support.
