The city of Mountain View announced that it s aiming to adopt a compliant housing element by early spring 2023. The next draft will propose some new programs to ensure it meets the state s expectations.
The statewide rainstorm continued to wreak havoc over the weekend, with reports of downed trees, sparking power lines and trail closures in Mountain View. Los Altos city staff told residents to avoid local creeks and streams.
Mountain View is looking to shift its R3 zoning ordinance toward a less restrictive approach while working to curb displacement and increase the city’s stock of middle-income housing.
The city notified businesses that they need to remove temporary tent structures for fire code reasons. Some restaurant owners are frustrated by the short notice and sudden change.