Taft Council Approves Specific-Plan Amendment, Introduces Zoning Ordinance to Implement Housing Element The council approved a resolution to amend the Downtown Taft specific plan to implement programs from the 6th-cycle housing element and introduced a zoning ordinance amendment, setting a Jan. 20, 2026 hearing. Contract planner Jenna Chilangerian summarized the plan'related changes and staff found the project CEQA-exempt as programmatic.

Taft City Council just took a big step toward solving the housing crisis by amending their Downtown Specific Plan and introducing new zoning changes to streamline housing production!

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Taft planning commission recommends zoning and specific-plan changes to implement housing-element programs The commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approve zoning ordinance amendment 2025-16 and Specific Plan Amendment 2025-17 to implement 23 housing-element programs (2023–2031), including updates for ADUs, removal of constraints, and incentives for housing production; staff found the changes CEQA-exempt (§15061(b)(3)).

The Taft Planning Commission just took a major step towards expanding housing options and addressing local needs by unanimously recommending key zoning changes.

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City of Taft Engages Community in Housing Element Update Process Taft aims to address housing issues through community participation and feedback.

Taft City Council is taking a bold step to address housing concerns by inviting residents to shape the future of their community!

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Taft City Council discusses Downtown Specific Plan for mixed-use development Council addresses nonresidential development and equity in housing throughout Central Taft

The Taft Planning Commission is reimagining Downtown Taft with ambitious mixed-use developments that promise to reshape the community's housing and commercial landscape!

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Kern County plans biannual public meetings to address homelessness and housing development Kern County officials outline plans for increased public engagement on housing issues.

The Taft Planning Commission is launching biannual public meetings to tackle homelessness and housing development, inviting local stakeholders to shape solutions together!

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City Council plans diverse housing strategies for Sandy Creek and East Side developments Council prioritizes urban design and diverse housing options in Sandy Creek housing plans

Taft is on the brink of a housing revolution, with ambitious plans for diverse living options and community-driven development!

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Taft Council outlines housing initiatives and neighborhood revitalization programs City emphasizes balanced housing outreach and new programs to boost development in Taft.

Taft is taking bold steps to revitalize neighborhoods and increase housing availability, ensuring every voice in the community is heard!

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Taft plans twice-yearly public forums to discuss housing development updates Taft proposes biannual public forums for community input on housing development issues.

Taft is transforming its housing strategy with biannual public forums aimed at amplifying community voices and fostering collaboration in development decisions.

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Council reviews single room occupancy and mobile home regulations for affordable housing Council introduces new definitions for single room occupancy and updates mobile home standards.

The Taft Planning Commission is taking bold steps to reshape affordable housing by redefining single room occupancy and updating mobile home regulations.

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City Council reviews 2024 housing element progress report amid fire recovery efforts Council discusses housing progress and seeks approval for annual report submission to the state.

Taft's Planning Commission is making bold moves to tackle housing challenges and recover from recent fire incidents, setting the stage for a transformative year ahead.

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