Changes 124 reported back in March on a multi-family housing project proposal for 841 Capitola Road. The image at right is a current view of that address, currently a large lot with a single house.
As noted then of the new proposal, "The building size and shape are familiar, but one factor makes this proposal different from most others we've looked at here: it intends to employ a provision in state housing law called the 'Builder's Remedy'."
More info on the proposed project and the Builder's Remedy (SB can be found in that earlier post. Meanwhile, the proposal has been making its way through the County approval process, and a formal application is up for approval by the Planning Commission. The staff report notes that the proposal "Requires approval of a Site Development Permit pursuant to SB 330 and Builder’s Remedy (Gov Code §65589.5) and Density Bonus pursuant to Government Code Section 65915." The report goes on to recommend to the Commission: 1) "Determine that the proposal is statutorily exempt from further Environmental Review under the California Environmental Quality Act." and 2) "Approval of Application 241371, based on the attached findings and conditions."
Meeting info:
Meeting Date/Time:
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 9:30 AM
Location:
Basement Community Room
County Government Center
701 Ocean Street, Room 020
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Remote participation options available:
- To participate in public comment via Zoom Webinar, click on this link: https://santacruzcounty-us.zoomgov.com/j/1617916904
- To participate in public comment by telephone or to listen to the meeting, call:
(669) 254-5252; Webinar ID: 161 791 6904.
