Small‑site infill, fee scaling and labor standards emerge as council and public priorities Developers, small builders and union representatives urged the city to study smaller infill parcels, consider fee scales by parcel size or unit area, defer impact fees to occupancy, and pair incentives with labor standards; councilmembers requested follow‑up analysis before January policy decisions.

San José developers are calling for a rethink on fees and labor standards to unlock the potential of small infill sites, sparking a crucial debate ahead of upcoming policy decisions.

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San Jose planning commissioners find seven development agreements in compliance; approve Cisco, Apple and Google DAs after recusals The Planning Commission held its annual compliance review of seven development agreements, adopted staff recommendations finding those agreements in compliance for the review period, deferred one item to Jan. 28, 2026, and approved the Cisco, Apple and Google development agreements in separate votes following multiple recusals.

San Jose's Planning Commission just approved development agreements for tech giants Cisco, Apple, and Google, but not without some drama from commissioner recusals!

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San Jose Delegation Explores Atlanta's Successful Mixed Use Development Around Sports Venues San Jose officials examine Atlanta's mixed use developments to enhance local economic growth.

San Jose leaders are inspired by Atlanta's transformative Battery project, showcasing how mixed-use developments can revitalize urban spaces and boost local economies.

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Commission Discusses Integrating Housing and Commercial Development Strategies Commissioners emphasize the need for insights from market participants on development challenges.

San Jose City Council is tackling the tough balance between housing and commercial development, facing state law challenges head-on!

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As cities fall short of their housing goals, we remain committed to championing thoughtful growth that strengthens our communities. 💪🏽🏘️

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