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On July 13, 2026, the Planning Board backed downtown zoning overhauls in hopes to reduce commercial vacancy on Webster and Park streets. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also reviewed a draft short-term rental ordinance, recommending several refinements before forwarding it to City Council. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-backs-downtown-zoning-overhaul-advances-short-term-rental-rules/

#alameda #AndyWang #ParkStreet #PlanningBoard #ShortTermRentals #SunnyTsou #WebsterStreet #zoning

On July 13, 2026, the Planning Board backed downtown zoning overhauls in hopes to reduce commercial vacancy on Webster and Park streets. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also reviewed a draft short-term rental ordinance, recommending several refinements before forwarding it to City Council. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-backs-downtown-zoning-overhaul-advances-short-term-rental-rules/

#alameda #AndyWang #ParkStreet #PlanningBoard #ShortTermRentals #SunnyTsou #WebsterStreet #zoning

Puerto Rico wine imports rebound, Spain takes top spot

Spain expanded its share of Puerto Rico’s wine market in 2025, as imports rebounded after several years of decline. (Credit: B…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #MediterraneanWine #SpanishWine #BadBunny #importedwine #planningboard #PuertoRico #spanishwine #SparklingWine #tariffs #Viajes&Vinos #WhiteWine #Wine #Wine(Industry) #wineimports #WINEMARKET
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2707429/puerto-rico-wine-imports-rebound-spain-takes-top-spot/

Puerto Rico wine imports rebound, Spain takes top spot

Spain expanded its share of Puerto Rico’s wine market in 2025, as imports rebounded after several years of decline. (Credit: B…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #MediterraneanWine #SpanishWine #BadBunny #importedwine #planningboard #PuertoRico #spanishwine #SparklingWine #tariffs #Viajes&Vinos #WhiteWine #Wine #Wine(Industry) #wineimports #WINEMARKET
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2707429/puerto-rico-wine-imports-rebound-spain-takes-top-spot/

Puerto Rico wine imports rebound, Spain takes top spot https://www.diningandcooking.com/2707429/puerto-rico-wine-imports-rebound-spain-takes-top-spot/ #BadBunny #ImportedWine #PlanningBoard #PuertoRico #SpanishWine #SparklingWine #tariffs #Viajes&Vinos #WhiteWine #Wine #Wine(Industry) #WineImports #WINEMARKET

Puerto Rico wine imports rebound, Spain takes top spot https://www.diningandcooking.com/2707429/puerto-rico-wine-imports-rebound-spain-takes-top-spot/ #BadBunny #ImportedWine #PlanningBoard #PuertoRico #SpanishWine #SparklingWine #tariffs #Viajes&Vinos #WhiteWine #Wine #Wine(Industry) #WineImports #WINEMARKET

On May 11, the Planning Board signaled broad support for allowing ADUs to be converted into condominiums and sold separately. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also endorsed policies aimed at streamlining ADU construction while resisting new regulatory barriers. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-supports-adu-condo-conversions/

#adu #alameda #AndyWang #DianaAriza #HansonHom #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou #TeresaRuiz

On May 11, the Planning Board signaled broad support for allowing ADUs to be converted into condominiums and sold separately. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also endorsed policies aimed at streamlining ADU construction while resisting new regulatory barriers. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-supports-adu-condo-conversions/

#adu #alameda #AndyWang #DianaAriza #HansonHom #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou #TeresaRuiz

On April 13, the Planning Board advanced updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen details the amendments intended to balance affordability goals with the financial realities of building housing in a constrained market. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-inclusionary-housing-update-seeks-balance-between-affordability-feasibility/

#development #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #rhna

On April 13, the Planning Board advanced updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen details the amendments intended to balance affordability goals with the financial realities of building housing in a constrained market. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-inclusionary-housing-update-seeks-balance-between-affordability-feasibility/

#development #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #rhna

On April 13, the Planning Board advanced updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen details the amendments intended to balance affordability goals with the financial realities of building housing in a constrained market. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-inclusionary-housing-update-seeks-balance-between-affordability-feasibility/

#development #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #rhna

On April 13, the Planning Board advanced updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen details the amendments intended to balance affordability goals with the financial realities of building housing in a constrained market. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-inclusionary-housing-update-seeks-balance-between-affordability-feasibility/

#development #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #rhna

On April 13, the Planning Board advanced updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen details the amendments intended to balance affordability goals with the financial realities of building housing in a constrained market. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-inclusionary-housing-update-seeks-balance-between-affordability-feasibility/

#development #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #rhna

"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #GeneralPlan #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard #TristanSuire

"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #GeneralPlan #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard #TristanSuire

"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #GeneralPlan #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard #TristanSuire

"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #GeneralPlan #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard #TristanSuire

"With few exceptions, such as Sacramento, Dublin, and Fresno, nearly every jurisdiction in California is behind on producing enough housing, especially affordable units," reports Karin K. Jensen. On March 9, the Planning Board discussed Alameda's slow progress towards the City's housing allocation. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-reviews-housing-progress-rhna-gap-remains-large/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #GeneralPlan #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard #TristanSuire

At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #climate #DianaAriza #housing #HousingElement #ParkStation #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou

At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #climate #DianaAriza #housing #HousingElement #ParkStation #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou

At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #climate #DianaAriza #housing #HousingElement #ParkStation #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou

At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #climate #DianaAriza #housing #HousingElement #ParkStation #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou

At the February 23 Planning Board meeting, it was reported that housing production remains significantly below the City’s 5,353-unit Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirement by 2031. Just 65 new units were built in 2025, most of which were ADUs. Karin K. Jensen relays the meeting's discussions. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-flags-housing-shortfall-approves-limited-park-station-expansion/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #climate #DianaAriza #housing #HousingElement #ParkStation #PlanningBoard #SunnyTsou

The Planning Board approved the design, map, and new street names for Phase A of the West Midway housing development, which will include 284 new housing units. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also approved tree removal and planting for the Clement Avenue/Tilden Way Improvements Project. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-west-midway-design-tilden-clement-tree-plan/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #ClementAvenueTildenWayImprovementProject #HansonHom #HenryDong #housing #PlanningBoard #reshap

The Planning Board approved the design, map, and new street names for Phase A of the West Midway housing development, which will include 284 new housing units. Karin K. Jensen reports that the Board also approved tree removal and planting for the Clement Avenue/Tilden Way Improvements Project. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-west-midway-design-tilden-clement-tree-plan/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AndyWang #AsheshhSaheba #ClementAvenueTildenWayImprovementProject #HansonHom #HenryDong #housing #PlanningBoard #reshap

Portland approves plans for Maine’s tallest building

The Portland Planning …
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https://www.newsbeep.com/us/340310/

Portland approves plans for Maine’s tallest building

The Portland Planning …
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Artsanddesign #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #building #businessowner #changing #City #communitymember #Design #development #Downtown #downtownarea #eastbrowncow #economicactivity #Entertainment #enthusiasm #identity #Maine #oldport #plan #Planningboard #Portland #portlandplanningboard #Project #skyline #Tall #tallbuilding #Tallest
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/340310/

On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/

#AffordableHousing #housing #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/

#AffordableHousing #housing #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/

#AffordableHousing #housing #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/

#AffordableHousing #housing #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

On November 10, the Planning Board reviewed proposed updates to the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, considering a framework that prioritizes very-low and low-income housing requirements for rentals and moderate-income level housing requirements for ownership. Karin K. Jensen has the details. https://alamedapost.com/news/amid-market-challenges-planning-board-endorsed-a-flexible-inclusionary-housing-ordinance-update/

#AffordableHousing #housing #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

Neighbors push back against proposal to build over part of Blue Heron Golf Club https://www.rawchili.com/4481387/ #BlueHeronGolfClub #EnvironmentalImpact #golf #HousingDemands #neighbors #PlanningBoard #PublicComment #ResidentialDevelopment #Walworth

Neighbors push back against proposal to build over part of Blue Heron Golf Club https://www.rawchili.com/4481387/ #BlueHeronGolfClub #EnvironmentalImpact #golf #HousingDemands #neighbors #PlanningBoard #PublicComment #ResidentialDevelopment #Walworth

Neighbors push back against proposal to build over part of Blue Heron Golf Club

Walworth, N.Y. (WHAM) — Some neighbors are voicing their displeasure over a proposal to redevelop part of the…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Golf #BlueHeronGolfClub #environmentalimpact #Housingdemands #neighbors #Planningboard #publiccomment #Residentialdevelopment #Sports #Walworth
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/101664/

Neighbors push back against proposal to build over part of Blue Heron Golf Club

Walworth, N.Y. (WHAM) — Some neighbors are voicing their displeasure over a proposal to redevelop part of the…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Golf #BlueHeronGolfClub #environmentalimpact #Housingdemands #neighbors #Planningboard #publiccomment #Residentialdevelopment #Sports #Walworth
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/101664/

"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard

"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard

"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard

"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard

"On July 28, the Planning Board conditionally approved the design review permit for a new multifamily rental housing development planned near the Webster and Posey tubes," reports Karin K. Jensen. The eight-story building will have 356 apartments, including 54 units for affordable housing. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-new-west-end-multifamily-housing/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #housing #HousingElement #PlanningBoard

Sindhu Ananthavel takes a look back at the June 23 Planning Board meeting regarding the new Aquatic Center at Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. Check out the meeting records for schematics, parking projections, and more. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-review-permit-aquatic-center/

#alameda #AquaticCenter #arpd #PlanningBoard

Sindhu Ananthavel takes a look back at the June 23 Planning Board meeting regarding the new Aquatic Center at Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. Check out the meeting records for schematics, parking projections, and more. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-approves-design-review-permit-aquatic-center/

#alameda #AquaticCenter #arpd #PlanningBoard

Alameda is in need of low- and very low-income rental opportunities, while moderate-income rental units remain empty. Karin K. Jensen attended the May 27 Planning Board meeting to hear possible solutions. The Board also discussed increasing ownership opportunities for moderate-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-aims-ease-housing-affordability-update-inclusionary-ordinance/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

Alameda is in need of low- and very low-income rental opportunities, while moderate-income rental units remain empty. Karin K. Jensen attended the May 27 Planning Board meeting to hear possible solutions. The Board also discussed increasing ownership opportunities for moderate-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-aims-ease-housing-affordability-update-inclusionary-ordinance/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

Alameda is in need of low- and very low-income rental opportunities, while moderate-income rental units remain empty. Karin K. Jensen attended the May 27 Planning Board meeting to hear possible solutions. The Board also discussed increasing ownership opportunities for moderate-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-aims-ease-housing-affordability-update-inclusionary-ordinance/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

Alameda is in need of low- and very low-income rental opportunities, while moderate-income rental units remain empty. Karin K. Jensen attended the May 27 Planning Board meeting to hear possible solutions. The Board also discussed increasing ownership opportunities for moderate-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-aims-ease-housing-affordability-update-inclusionary-ordinance/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

Alameda is in need of low- and very low-income rental opportunities, while moderate-income rental units remain empty. Karin K. Jensen attended the May 27 Planning Board meeting to hear possible solutions. The Board also discussed increasing ownership opportunities for moderate-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-aims-ease-housing-affordability-update-inclusionary-ordinance/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard

The Planning Board will review the City’s proposed Capital Budget and consider updates to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen reports, "A key issue precipitating an update is that rental units designated for moderate-income renters offer little to no discount over market-rate units." https://alamedapost.com/news/may-27-planning-board-preview/

#alameda #CapitalBudget #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #PlanningBoardMeetingPreview

The Planning Board will review the City’s proposed Capital Budget and consider updates to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. Karin K. Jensen reports, "A key issue precipitating an update is that rental units designated for moderate-income renters offer little to no discount over market-rate units." https://alamedapost.com/news/may-27-planning-board-preview/

#alameda #CapitalBudget #InclusionaryHousingOrdinance #PlanningBoard #PlanningBoardMeetingPreview