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The task force heard that permitting delays, high surcharges, and financing risks can discourage developers from building affordable housing. Members discussed options including means-tested rent controls, a mix of income-restricted and market-rate units, and a broader overhaul of the permitting process; no quorum was present for formal approvals.
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The meeting produced discussion rather than binding decisions because the task force lacked a quorum. Members are developing a final report that will include recommendations on permitting, housing supply, rent controls, area median income calculations, and accessory dwelling units. Completed report sections will be reviewed at the January 22, 2026 meeting.
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