Folsom Council opposes SB 802, citing concern over state‑mandated JPA and loss of local control After a briefing on Senate Bill 802 (Ashby), which would create a regional housing and homelessness authority with powers over local funds and mandated JPA membership, the council voted unanimously to oppose the bill, saying it would erode local control and could risk litigation and loss of local funds.

Folsom City Council stands united against Senate Bill 802, warning that it threatens local control over housing funds and could lead to legal battles.

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Council narrows in-lieu housing fee to encourage smaller for-sale units, adopts 1,500 sq ft threshold The council approved a resolution establishing per-square-foot inclusionary in-lieu fees and adopted a 1,500-square-foot threshold to incentivize 'missing middle' for-sale housing, with annual fee adjustments tied to construction cost indices and an exemption continuing for rental projects.

Folsom's City Council is shaking up housing policy by adopting a 1,500-square-foot threshold to lower fees and promote 'missing middle' for-sale units!

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Folsom council approves first reading of updated inclusionary housing fee; staff to return with exemptions to incentivize middle homes The City Council introduced Ordinance No. 1359, recasting Folsoms inclusionary in-lieu fee as a per-square-foot charge to reduce administrative burden; staff recommended $3.00/sq ft for most ownership products, $2.50/sq ft for homes under 1,500 sq ft, and retained an exemption for multifamily rentals. Council approved first reading and asked staff to return with targeted exemption options.

Folsom City Council takes a bold step towards affordable housing by simplifying its inclusionary fee structure, but will it truly benefit all homeowners?

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Citrus Heights plans housing redevelopment at Sunrise Mall to meet growth needs Citrus Heights explores housing overlay for Sunrise Mall amid static growth boundaries.

Folsom City Council members are tackling the tough challenge of meeting state housing mandates while showcasing innovative redevelopment strategies that could reshape local communities.

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