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This is San Jose’s Latest Plan for your next-door Neighbor.
On August 18 City Council will vote to increase housing density in every residential neighborhood in the city. The Planning Department’s recommended plan:
Permit 3-story apartment buildings on ANY residential lot in the city
Increase max. density from 8 units per acre to 32 units per acre (ADUs not included in the density statements)
Residential lots as small as 5000 sq. ft. will permit 8 housing units
Significantly reduced minimum property line setbacks
Zero onsite parking required
This new zoning law will apply to every single residential neighborhood and parcel citywide.
New 3-story apartment buildings can be built without any constraints:
NO public hearings
NO planning commission or city council vote required
NO neighbor input or discussion
NO onsite parking
New 3-story apartment building plans will be automatically approved ‘by-right’ when submitted by a developer.
City Council must hear from us by August 17th, or this new proposal becomes law.
Families & Homes SJ (FHSJ) supports the preservation of residential neighborhoods and families in the city of San José.
We are in favor of a smart infill growth strategy that is best for affordability, environment, and transportation.
Before our neighborhoods are irreparably changed, San José should continue to implement the existing Envision San Jose 2040 General Plan which shields neighborhoods and focuses on Urban Villages.
Act Before August 17th!
Write to the Mayor & City Council Immediately
Demand they reject the blanket 32 units/acre framework and protect local community input.
Speak at the August 18th Hearing
Plan to attend & speak in person or via ZOOM to make your voice heard. Free parking in the city hall parking garage at 45 S. 6th St., San Jose, CA 95112, just south of East Santa Clara Street.
Tell 5 Neighbors
The biggest threat to our communities right now is that most residents have no idea this vote is happening.
👉 For full details on who to email, what to say, and where to find the meeting links, visit our dedicated ACT NOW, Media Alerts and Blog pages.
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