What is the Home For All Learning Network?

All cities and towns in San Mateo County are invited to participate in the Learning Network. The Network, which began in September 2017, features updates on progress in community engagement pilots, sharing of information and case examples between participating members and topical information identified by members as being useful for achieving success with their housing goals. Cities have expressed interest in a variety of additional topics including messaging on housing, community engagement, mobility, and funding.

 

Learning Network Housing Highlights

June 2018

  • Brisbane: working on community engagement around Baylands

  • Daly City: updating affordable housing ordinance

  • Foster City: There will be public hearings for townhouse project of 22 workforce apartments

  • Half Moon Bay: Planning Commission has approved the ADU(Accessory Dwelling Unit) ordinance, and it will go to Council soon

  • Hillsborough: streamlining the ADU production process

  • Portola Valley: continuing less restrictive ADU regulations, working on housing with affiliated partners and town owned parcels

  • Redwood City: launched a housing resource guide online and print, and in multiple languages

  • San Carlos: the first apartments in Transit Village have opened, and there are a couple other projects coming along

  • San Mateo: moving forward with General Plan process, including increasing inclusionary requirements, and a task force focused on outreach efforts

  • San Mateo County: Middlefield Junction is vacant land that could be developed for mixed use