Summary
The council finalized a 132-unit townhome project at 1200/1300 Dove Street and 441 MacArthur. Critics Jim Mosher and Adam Webron questioned whether state density bonus law requires the $5.5 million park fee waiver for just seven affordable units, and wanted the vote delayed pending clarification.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 25, 2026.
Impact analysis
The developer receives a roughly $5.5 million concession of park fees in connection with seven affordable units.
The project adds 132 townhomes including seven affordable units next to the Dove Street corridor.
Critics say the city forfeits $5.5 million in park fees that could have been negotiated for more affordable units.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — August 25, 2026
The council finalized a 132-unit townhome project at 1200/1300 Dove Street and 441 MacArthur. Critics Jim Mosher and Adam Webron questioned whether state density bonus law requires the $5.5 million park fee waiver for just seven affordable units, and wanted the vote delayed pending clarification.
City Council — July 28, 2026
The council was scheduled to hold a public hearing on approvals for a townhome project at 1300 Dove Street, with two ordinances and two resolutions prepared for adoption.
Planning Commission — June 4, 2026
Replacing office buildings with 132 townhomes, only 5% affordable, raises questions about whether the city is meeting its regional housing obligations. Residents also worry about traffic noise from MacArthur Boulevard next to residential units. The City Council makes the final call.
Related development
1300 Dove Townhomes
Adds for-sale housing with a small affordable component, a $3 million public benefit fee, and street improvements; final approval rests with the City Council.
132-Unit Residential Townhome Project (PA2025-0170)
Adds 132 townhomes — including seven affordable units — on the Dove Street corridor, with $5.5 million in park fees waived that critics wanted preserved or traded for more affordable units.
1300 Dove Street Townhome Project
Replaces 175,000 square feet of office with for-sale housing in the emerging airport area village; Planning Commission approved unanimously June 4.
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