Housing News
Point Reyes Light: Downtown Bolinas will have an 8 unit affordable complex developed
Habitat for Humanity in partnership with the Bolinas Community Land Trust will be developing an 8-unit affordable housing complex in downtown Bolinas.Bolinas, Marin County Unincorporated, 31 Wharf Road, Housing News, Projects, 2/28/2024Marin IJ: Emergency Housing in Bolinas Was Needed
Much needed emergency housing has been created for the local families that were in uninhabitable living conditions at Tacchera Ranch. This was facilitated by the Bolinas Community Land Trust.Bolinas, Housing News, 10/29/2023
YubaNet: Marin Will Receive State Funds to House Homeless Individuals
The state is funding several counties to help build housing for homeless individuals. Marin County is receiving 3 different funds for particular areas.California, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 4/18/2024California YIMBY: Housing Underproduction in California Report
California YIMBY Education Fund commissioned a study to research housing underproduction rates across the state. This is a great learning resource. Marin County was found to have one of the lowest conversion rates of housing development in the state.California, Marin County Unincorporated, Learn, 9/27/2023
Marin IJ: Threat of Displacement in the Canal Neighborhood is Growing
The Canal neighborhood in San Rafael is facing increasing rates of displacement.Canal neighborhood, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 2/9/2024
Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: Marin Residents Sue County Over Larkspur Homelessness Plan
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, 4/2/2022Marin IJ: Larkspur adds panelists to homelessness project committee
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Projects, 4/10/2022Marin IJ: Marin County to Pay $11.4 Million to Help Renovate Larkspur Homekey Site
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Projects, 5/10/2022Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: New 825 Drake Ave project plans include decreased size
The developer of the proposed 825 Drake Ave housing project has come up with new plans that would shrink the size of the project. Residents of Marin City are against this project.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/1/2024Marin IJ: Golden Gate Village Rehabilitation Project Receives $3M Loan
The Golden Gate Village rehabilitation project has received a $3 million loan from Marin Housing Authority in order to cover costs of pre development and development.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/15/2024Marin IJ: Marin County Provides Funds for Golden Gate Village
A $3 Million loan and $650,000 grant has been approved for the Golden Gate Village housing complex.Marin City, 12/6/2023Black Press USA: 825 Drake Development Paused
A Marin County judge has halted the public funding for the 825 Drake project in Marin City. Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 12/5/2023Marin IJ: Partial Victory for Opposition to 825 Drake Project
A judge has momentarily paused forward progression on the heavily opposed 825 Drake project in Marin City.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 9/9/2023Marin IJ - Marin City Residents Need To Be Supported
The history of homeownership and housing related decision making in Marin County is filled with racial discrimination. To this day, residents in Marin City are left without an adequate and representative voice for their concerns and desires. Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing NewsMarin IJ - 825 Drake Project Continues To Face Marin City Resident Backlash
Demolition began at 825 Drake in Marin City without giving prior notice to residents. Community group "Save Our City" has fought against this, and demolition is now on hold until further notice.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, ProjectsMarin IJ: Golden Gate Village Complex Receives $1 Million From State Budget
Marin Projects have been given $2.53Million from the 2023-24 state budget; the Golden Gate Village housing complex in Marin City was allocated $1M of this.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Projects, 7/1/2023Marin IJ: Developer of Drake Ave Project Makes New Guarantees To Community
825 Drake Avenue has faced major backlash and opposition from Marin City residents and housing advocates. In response, the developer has promised to donate his profits to support local projects and changes in the projects parking and size.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/28/2023Marin IJ: Marin City apartment complex opponents file suit to block bonds
On May 18, an advocacy group Save Our City filed a lawsuit to block bonds needed to finance the 74-apartment housing project at 825 Drake Ave.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/25/2023
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Marin IJ: New 825 Drake Ave project plans include decreased size
The developer of the proposed 825 Drake Ave housing project has come up with new plans that would shrink the size of the project. Residents of Marin City are against this project.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/1/2024Marin IJ: More affordable housing will not create more traffic
MEHC Board Member Warren Wells explains in this Marin Voice piece that more affordable housing will not worsen traffic. And highlights why Marin desperately needs to build more housing.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Traffic, Written by MEHC, 5/1/2024SF Yimby: Public Comment opened for Coast Guard Housing project
Public Comment on the Coast Guard Housing project has officially opened. MEHC supports this project.Marin County Unincorporated, Coast Guard Housing, Housing News, Projects, 4/29/2024Marin IJ: A New San Rafael Housing Project Proposes 79 Condos
Auburn Cove will include 79 townhouse style condominiums.Marin County Unincorporated, Auburn Cove, Housing News, Projects, 4/23/2024Local News Matters: Marinwood Plaza Project Will Be 100% Affordable
The new proposed project in Marinwood will be completely affordable.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Marinwood Plaza, Projects, 4/22/2024NBC Bay Area: Marin Receives State Funding To House Homeless Individuals
Marin is one of several counties in California to receive aid to house homeless individuals.Marin County Unincorporated, homelessness, Housing News, 4/22/2024Marin IJ: Marin Judge Rules That County Officials Must Revise the Countywide Plan
In a court ruling, a Marin judge has determined that the Countywide Plan must have its wording revised so that the County does not have precedence over the jurisdictions community plans. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 4/14/2024Marin IJ: Marinwood Plaza Will Create 125 Units of Housing
The proposed project in Marinwood will create 125 units of affordable housing.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Marinwood Plaza, Projects, 4/22/2024Marin County: New Marinwood Plaza Affordable Housing Project Proposes 125 Units
A new housing project has been added on the Marin County affordable housing plan page. This project would build 125 units of affordable housing.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Marinwood Plaza, Projects, 4/18/2024Marin IJ: Marin Board of Supervisors Delay Zoning Change Decision
The Marin Board of Supervisors have delayed a decision on zoning changes to the summer.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 4/20/2024YubaNet: Marin Will Receive State Funds to House Homeless Individuals
The state is funding several counties to help build housing for homeless individuals. Marin County is receiving 3 different funds for particular areas.California, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 4/18/2024Marin IJ: Marin is preparing for an affordable housing bond measure
The affordable housing bond (also known as BAHFA) is much needed for Marin County. Marin supervisors have begun to plan for how the money would be allocated if the bond measure were to be passed. MEHC strongly supports the affordable housing bond measure.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, 4/8/2024Marin IJ: Stricter short-term rental caps approved by Coastal Commission
A proposal for stricter short-term rental caps in Marin have been approved by the California Coastal Commission. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 4/12/2024Marin IJ: $850,000 of Federal Funds for Coast Guard Base Housing Project
California lawmakers requested federal funds to go towards Marin County, and $850,000 of the $4.75M total will go towards the Coast Guard Base project in Pt. Reyes that will develop housing for seniors.Marin County Unincorporated, Coast Guard Housing, Housing News, Projects, 4/2/2024Marin IJ: Housing is a Key Element for the Marin Race Equity Action Plan
Marin County is one of the most racially disparate county's in the state of California, and in order to address this the Marin Race Equity Action Plan was created. Housing is a key element of this plan.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/27/2024PG&E: PG&E Donates Land for Affordable Homeownership Development
PG&E has donated land to Marin County in Novato, and by doing so, the development will become the largest affordable homeownership development in the state of California. It will be built in partnership with Habitat for Humanity.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/27/2024Marin IJ: Median Home Price in Marin Increases to $1.64 Million
Marin homes have seen a slight increase in median price, as it is now up to $1.64 million.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/30/2024Marin IJ: Marin Housing Authority Employees Go on Strike
Union employees at Marin Housing Authority have gone on strike.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/11/2024Marin IJ: Plans for 117 Apartment Care Center in Strawberry Moves Forward
The developer of the 117 apartment care center proposed in Strawberry has made forward progress, and intends on filing a SB 330 housing project application in the next 180 days.Marin County Unincorporated, Strawberry, 70 N Knoll Rd, Housing News, Projects, 3/13/2024Marin IJ: Golden Gate Village Rehabilitation Project Receives $3M Loan
The Golden Gate Village rehabilitation project has received a $3 million loan from Marin Housing Authority in order to cover costs of pre development and development.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/15/2024The Ark: Stephanie Moulton Peters Wants to Focus On Developing Affordable Housing in Strawberry
Stephanie Moulton Peters has listed affordable housing as a top priority. The Seminary at Strawberry is a plan she wants to help developers and community members reach a consensus on.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Projects, The Seminary at Strawberry, 2/20/2024Marin IJ : BAHFA Bond Is What Marin Needs
Marin is facing a housing crisis, and affordable housing bonds (BAHFA) are what we need to tackle the issue. MEHC Board Chair Jenny Silva urges elected officials and Marin residents to endorse BAHFA.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, Written by MEHC, 3/8/2024Point Reyes Light: Downtown Bolinas will have an 8 unit affordable complex developed
Habitat for Humanity in partnership with the Bolinas Community Land Trust will be developing an 8-unit affordable housing complex in downtown Bolinas.Bolinas, Marin County Unincorporated, 31 Wharf Road, Housing News, Projects, 2/28/2024Marin IJ: Marin County Planning Commissioners approve of new zoning changes
The Marin County Planning Commission voted 4-2 to approve zoning changes that could have the potential to increase housing density in new developments.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 3/1/2024Marin IJ: Marin County has extended offer to lower fees for ADU development
In order to create more incentives for residents to develop ADUs, the fees to build them have remained low.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 2/29/2024Mercury News: Marin County home prices decline 7%
New data shows that Marin County homes are facing a 7% decline in median home price.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 2/26/2024Marin IJ: Marin Community Foundation executive explores land bank venture
Marin County Unincorporated, Policy, 2/19/2024Marin IJ: Marin's Segregation Stems From A History of Racist Housing Discrimination
MEHC's Housing Specialist, Carmela Davis, writes about the racist history Marin County harbors when it comes to housing discrimination and racial segregation. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Learn, Written by MEHC, 2/8/2024Marin IJ: There Is Growing Tension Between Housing Advocates and Preservationists
There is growing tensions between cinephiles and preservationists and housing advocates. This is due to the recent movement to demolish "movie theater palaces" and transform them into newly much needed housing.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 2/11/2024Marin IJ: Plan For Marin Racial Equity Project Details Need For Rent Stabilization
Marin has allocated $1.7M in funds to go towards racial equity. Part of the plan for how to utilize the funding includes creating a countywide rent stabilization program.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 2/11/2024Marin IJ: $1.7 Million Will Be Spent on Housing, Among Other Racial Equity Goals
Marin County has acquired funds to go towards housing, mental health, and economic opportunities. This comes as a result of the County pushing for more racial equity. MEHC Board Member Lucie Hollingsworth is quoted.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, MEHC Quoted, 1/30/2024Joint Center for Housing Studies: Home Price-to-Income Ratio Is At An All Time High
New research shows that the median home price in the US was 5.6 times higher than the median household income. This article includes an interactive map to highlight this growing discrepancy. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Learn, 1/22/2024CalMatters: State Deadlines for Housing Rezoning Implementation Are Approaching
Many Marin jurisdictions that did not submit Housing Elements on time will be facing rezoning deadlines by the state. MEHC Board Chair Jenny Silva is quoted.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Housing News, MEHC Quoted, 1/25/2024Marin IJ: Short Term Rental Ordinance Headed to California Coastal Commission
More regulations on short term rentals in Marin County may go into effect if the California Coastal Commission approves it.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 1/12/2024NBC Bay Area: Marin County Supervisors May Limit Number of Short Term Rentals
Marin County Supervisors are tackling the issue of short term rentals, and may vote soon on limits of the number of vacation rentals that can be in the jurisdiction.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 1/11/2024Black Press USA: 825 Drake Development Paused
A Marin County judge has halted the public funding for the 825 Drake project in Marin City. Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 12/5/2023Marin IJ: County Approves of $200k in Funds For West Marin Housing
Through the Community Land Trust Association of West Marin, the coastal parts of Marin may receive $200k in funding for more housing. Marin County Unincorporated, 12/1/2023Marin IJ: Builder's Remedy Project on Lucas Valley Road Requests County Review
The developers for a project proposed at 1501 Lucas Valley Road has requested a review of the housing plan by the county. This is a "builder's remedy" project that would build 44 residences. Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Projects, 11/27/2023North Bay Business Journal : Bay Area Mortgage Payments Have Significantly Increased Since Pandemic
In the Bay Area, mortgage payments have significantly increased since the end of the COVID pandemic.Marin County Unincorporated, 11/20/2023Marin IJ: 126-unit Senior Living Facility Approved by County
The Oaks Senior Living Community project plans were unanimously approved by the county in 2018.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Projects, The Oaks Senior Living Community, 12/11/2018North Bay Business Journal : Down Payments in Marin Are Among Highest In The Country
Homeowners in Marin County are faced with some of the most expensive down payments in the United States.Marin County Unincorporated, 11/20/2023Marin IJ: Marin Median Home Price Has Increased In The Last Year
The median cost of a home in Marin County has increased 4% this year.Marin County Unincorporated, 11/22/2023Marin IJ: Marin Residents Say Housing Should Be A Priority in the County
Marin County residents were surveyed and the results show that the number 1 issue they want prioritized is more housing.Marin County Unincorporated, 11/12/2023Marin IJ: Marin Housing Authority Requiring Back Rent Collection
Marin Housing Authority is issuing pay-or-quit notices to tenants who owe more than $10,000 in back rent.Marin County Unincorporated, 10/30/2023California YIMBY: Housing Underproduction in California Report
California YIMBY Education Fund commissioned a study to research housing underproduction rates across the state. This is a great learning resource. Marin County was found to have one of the lowest conversion rates of housing development in the state.California, Marin County Unincorporated, Learn, 9/27/2023Marin IJ: Marin County Approves $1M For Land Trust For Housing
Marin County Board of Supervisors have allocated $1M to go towards a federal grant that would allow for the creation of a countywide land trust, with Marin City being the priority. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 10/20/2023Marin IJ: Corte Madera Town Council Approves Roommate Matching Program
Corte Madera Town Council has approved the "Home Match Marin" organizations project to pair homeowners with prospective tenants. The service particularly helps seniors find housing.Marin County Unincorporated, 10/14/2023Marin IJ: Collaboration Is Needed To Further Fair Housing In Marin County
Omar Carrera, CEO of Canal Alliance, explains how in order to create more housing and affordable housing in Marin County, collaboration between various organizations and government must happen. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 10/5/2023Marin IJ: New Policies Created to Soften Inclusionary Housing Laws
Marin has implemented new requirements in an attempt to make the overall production of new housing easier. This includes softening inclusionary housing laws.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/23/2023Marin IJ: BAHFA Bond Measure Is A Tool Marin Needs For More Affordable Housing
Following the September 14 housing forum held at Dominican University and moderated by MEHC's Jenny Silva, discussions surrounding the BAHFA bond measure have piqued interest. The BAHFA bond is a needed tool to help promote and support the development of thousands of units of affordable housing in the Bay Area.Marin County Unincorporated, BAHFA, Housing News, Policy, 9/22/2023Marin IJ: Marin Median Home Price Drops
The median price of a home in Marin County has dropped 11% this year.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/21/2023Marin IJ: Marin Community Foundation Reveals New Grantmaking Plans
Marin Community Foundation (MCF) has revealed new plans to increase grantmaking opportunities.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/16/2023SF Chronicle: Household Income versus Home Value Gap Has Increased in Bay Area
In recently reviewed data, it shows that over time the gap between household income and home value's in the Bay Area has only grown.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Learn, 9/18/2023Marin IJ: New Job Position Created to Review Building Permits in Marin
A new position has been created by the county to help assist the building permit process. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/18/2023Marin IJ: Median Rent Costs Decline in Marin
New studies show that the cost of renting in Marin County has dropped in recent months.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/19/2023Marin IJ : Sites In Marin Housing Element Pique Interest for 90-Home Project
A developer in Larkspur is interested in creating a 90-home project on Marin County land in unincorporated San Anselmo.Marin County Unincorporated, 9/12/2023Marin IJ: Binford Road Encampment 3 Year Plan Needs To Be A Priority
The Binford Road Encampment is a complex situation that the county has created a 3 year plan to address and phase out to house the individuals living along the road.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, 9/9/2023Marin IJ: Partial Victory for Opposition to 825 Drake Project
A judge has momentarily paused forward progression on the heavily opposed 825 Drake project in Marin City.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 9/9/2023Marin IJ: Rent Control and Tenant Protections Are Needed for Marin County
Tens of thousands of renters in Marin are struggling to face the reality of the rising housing crisis in the county. These tenants are becoming increasingly rent burdened, and rent control and tenant protections are necessities to protect these residents. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Policy, Tenant Protections, 9/7/2023Marin IJ: Marin's 1973 City-Centered Corridor Plan Still Has Not Come To Fruition
In 1973 Marin County had a city-centered corridor plan for housing. It would create more density in order to accommodate a rising population. This plan has still remained to be seen implemented by 2023. Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Media, 9/3/2023Marin IJ: Oak Hill Project Receives $1M More In Funding
Marin County Supervisors have allocated an additional $1M for the affordable housing project, Oak Hill. Oak Hill will provide 135 units of housing for the county workforce and educators.Marin County Unincorporated, Housing News, Media, Oak Hill, Projects, 8/28/2023Marin IJ: San Rafael ‘builder’s remedy’ housing plans rile Dominican neighbors
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Projects, 6/24/2023Marin IJ: Lucas Valley Housing Proposal Asserts Builder's Remedy Option
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Policy, Projects, State Legislation, 6/3/2023Marin IJ: Lucas Valley group scrutinizes county housing plans
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, Housing Element, Policy, Projects, 1/3/2023Marin IJ: Lawsuit challenges Marin County’s housing element
Marin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Lawsuits, Policy, 5/4/2023Marin IJ: Developer selected for Point Reyes Station housing project
Marin County Unincorporated, Coast Guard Housing, Projects, 4/20/2020Marin IJ: Marin Residents Sue County Over Larkspur Homelessness Plan
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Lawsuits, Policy, Projects, 4/2/2022Marin IJ: Larkspur adds panelists to homelessness project committee
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Projects, 4/10/2022Marin IJ: Marin County to Pay $11.4 Million to Help Renovate Larkspur Homekey Site
Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, 1251 South Eliseo Drive, Projects, 5/10/2022Marin IJ: Marin allots another $1M for public-sector housing site
Marin County allocates $1M towards the Oak Hill project near San Quentin. This will allow the County to obtain state matching funds. Marin County Unincorporated, Oak Hill, Projects, 8/28/2023Marin IJ: Marin legislators field questions on state-mandated housing near San Quentin prison
Marin County Unincorporated, Oak Hill, Projects, 10/30/2021Marin IJ - Marin City Residents Need To Be Supported
The history of homeownership and housing related decision making in Marin County is filled with racial discrimination. To this day, residents in Marin City are left without an adequate and representative voice for their concerns and desires. Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Housing NewsThe Ark - 110-unit Care Facility Proposed In Strawberry
Preliminary plans have been submitted to the County to build a four story 110 unit memory care facility in Strawberry.Marin County Unincorporated, front page, MediaMarin IJ - 825 Drake Project Continues To Face Marin City Resident Backlash
Demolition began at 825 Drake in Marin City without giving prior notice to residents. Community group "Save Our City" has fought against this, and demolition is now on hold until further notice.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, ProjectsMarin IJ - Development Plan for Largest Residential Subdivision in 20 Years Gets Approval
Marin County Unincorporated, 1501 Lucas Valley Rd, front page, Media, ProjectsHCD News - Marin's Oak Hill Housing Project Receives State Funding
Marin County Unincorporated, front page, Media, Oak HillCNBC: Marin Is The 3rd Most Expensive County in the United States
80% of the most expensive counties in the United States are from California -- Marin County ranks 3rd place. Marin County Unincorporated, Featured, 7/7/2023Marin IJ: Golden Gate Village Complex Receives $1 Million From State Budget
Marin Projects have been given $2.53Million from the 2023-24 state budget; the Golden Gate Village housing complex in Marin City was allocated $1M of this.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, Projects, 7/1/2023Patch: $6.6 Million Released by Marin Board of Supervisors for Housing Projects
$6.6 Million in federal, state, and local funds will be allocated throughout Marin County for housing projects, including the Oak Hill project.Marin County Unincorporated, Oak Hill, Projects, 6/22/2023Mercury News: The Mercury News - Marin County Is Rapidly Aging Faster Than The Rest of The U.S.
New data of U.S. demographics show that Marin County is at the top of the list of county's that have rapidly growing aging populations. Marin County Unincorporated, 6/23/2023Marin County Press Release: County of Marin - Marin County's Housing Element Approved by State
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) notified the County on June 19 that updates to its submitted long-range plan, known as the Housing Element, were in “substantial compliance” with state lawMarin County Unincorporated, Housing Element, Policy, 6/21/2023Marin IJ: Marin IJ - Marin Grand Jury Discusses Cost of Living Struggles Seniors Face in Marin
The number of seniors in Marin County is increasing, and there is not enough housing and support to match this upward trend. The Marin Grand Jury discusses this issue and urges for strategies to combat this. Marin County Unincorporated, 6/10/2023Marin IJ: Developer of Drake Ave Project Makes New Guarantees To Community
825 Drake Avenue has faced major backlash and opposition from Marin City residents and housing advocates. In response, the developer has promised to donate his profits to support local projects and changes in the projects parking and size.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/28/2023Marin IJ: Marin nonprofit urges county to enhance renter protections
Due to the end of the COVID-19 rent protections, Marin County residents are facing an increased surge in evictions. Advocates urge the county to implement protections to combat further displacement.Marin County Unincorporated, Policy, Tenant Protections, 5/27/2023Mercury News: The Mercury News - Bay Area Population Is More Diverse Than Ever
Based on the updated U.S. Census results, the Bay Area population has grown in racial diversity.Marin County Unincorporated, 5/25/2023Canal Alliance: Marin Climate Justice Collaborative is Created
A newly formed group has emerged in Marin County - the Marin Climate Justice Collaborative (MCJC). The goal is to develop climate justice initiatives and implement strategies that will support local communities, such as the Canal neighborhood and Marin City.Marin County Unincorporated, 5/17/2023Marin IJ: Marin City apartment complex opponents file suit to block bonds
On May 18, an advocacy group Save Our City filed a lawsuit to block bonds needed to finance the 74-apartment housing project at 825 Drake Ave.Marin City, Marin County Unincorporated, 825 Drake Ave, Housing News, Projects, 5/25/2023Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023Marin IJ: Marin Voice: County communities need stronger protections for renters
The Marin County housing cost crisis continues, and renters are faced with ever increasing rents. Marin County needs to implement anti-displacement policy and rent stabilization.Marin County Unincorporated, Advocacy, Policy, Tenant Protections, 6/23/2023
Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: Some Marin Jurisdictions May Implement New Inclusionary Zoning Rules
Marin County, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, San Anselmo, Sausalito and San Rafael are hiring consulting firms to receive feedback on what their inclusionary housing zoning requirements should be if they want to maximize housing development.Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Marin County Unincorporated, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, 5/21/2023
Marin IJ: Plans for 117 Apartment Care Center in Strawberry Moves Forward
The developer of the 117 apartment care center proposed in Strawberry has made forward progress, and intends on filing a SB 330 housing project application in the next 180 days.Marin County Unincorporated, Strawberry, 70 N Knoll Rd, Housing News, Projects, 3/13/2024