Atherton: town shies away from creating 'Plan B' in case housing element is rejected
Atherton anticipates feedback on its draft housing element in October and is opting not to create alternative plans if it is rejected.
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Atherton anticipates feedback on its draft housing element in October and is opting not to create alternative plans if it is rejected.
Atherton is sending its housing element to the state, leaning on accessory dwelling units and SB 9 applications to meet its housing goals through 2031 while shying away from zoning for multifamily housing.
Woodside Mayor Dick Brown and Councilman Brian Dombkowski are seeking reelection this fall, along with former Council member Paul Goeld, who pulled papers to run for the seat left open by John Carvell's resignation.
Fears about the loss of horse stables and scenic corridors, along with increased wildfire risk were all part of an hours-long discussion in Portola Valley before the Town Council approved its draft plan for adding housing.
After two hours of public comments, many in opposition to new multifamily housing units in town, Woodside's draft housing element is on its way to the state for review.