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Los Altos Hills City Council
April 16, 2026

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Staff Report to City Council
Ordinance Amending the Town’s ADU Ordinance
March 19, 2026
To qualify as state-exempt ADUs, the converted ADU must be within the proposed space of a single-family dwelling or existing space of a single-family dwelling or accessory structure. If within the existing space of an accessory structure, the accessory dwelling unit may include an expansion of not more than 150 square feet beyond the same physical dimensions as the existing accessory structure, for the purposes of accommodating ingress and egress only. In addition, there shall be exterior access from the proposed or existing single-family dwelling and side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety. The detached ADU must be new construction, at most 800 square feet in livable space, not exceed 16 feet in height, and have 4-foot side and rear setbacks.  Multi-Family Districts: converted ADUs within non-livable spaces of an existing multi-family building, up to 25 percent of the total number of units or 1 unit, whichever is greater. Multi-family lots are also allowed to have detached ADUson lots with an existing multi-family building, the lot is allowed up to 8 ADUs or the number of existing units on the lot, whichever is less. On lots with proposed new multi-family buildings, up to two detached ADUs are permitted. These are all considered state-exempt ADUs and the Town cannot impose any development or design standards. The detached units must meet the four-foot side and rear setbacks and applicable height requirements shown in Section #3 below (generally 18 feet).

2. Section 10-1.1403 (f)(2) – Stories & Height. This section is being amended to provide greater clarity to the height limits established in Gov. Code section 66321(b)(4) because the Town has now introduced multi-family zoning for the first time. These height limitations are set by state law.

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Staff Report to City Council
Ordinance Amending the Town’s ADU Ordinance
March 19, 2026

3. Section 10-1.1405 (b) – Sprinklers. This section is being amended to state that the construction of an accessory dwelling unit shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. This is required by state law.

4. Sections 10-1403(h) and 10-1.1404. This section is being added/amended to specify that the state-exempt ADUs described above are not subject to local development and design standards. Again, these requirements are already incorporated into the current ordinance, but these proposed amendments aim to provide greater clarity.

5. Section 10-1.1405 Building and Construction. An accessory dwelling unit shall be designed and constructed in compliance with all applicable requirements of the California Building Standards Code and local code amendments. In addition, the following requirements shall be confirmed:
(a) An accessory dwelling unit shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation.
(b) An accessory dwelling unit is only required to have fire sprinklers if they are required for the primary dwelling. However, the construction of an accessory dwelling unit shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling.

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Staff Report to City Council
Ordinance Amending the Town’s ADU Ordinance
March 19, 2026
(d) All electrical and utility services to a new detached accessory dwelling unit shall be undergrounded.
(e) If the existing primary dwelling on the property has overhead electrical and utility services, and no upgrades to the overhead service are required to serve the new accessory dwelling unit, then the utility service from the power pole to the primary dwelling is not required to be undergrounded.

6. Section 10-1.1406 – Denial. This section is being amended to specify what the revision process would be if an ADU or JADU application were not approved.

7. Section 10-1.1409 – Pathway to Compliance. At the request of HCD, this section is being amended to change the December 31, 2019 date to January 1, 2020 to exactly follow state law language.

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Staff Report to City Council
Ordinance Amending the Town’s ADU Ordinance
March 19, 2026

NEXT STEPS
Following introduction, the ordinance will proceed to adoption at the April City Council meeting.

Staff will also be returning to the Planning Commission in April to discuss further design standardizations to the Town’s ADU ordinance that are Town policy decisions rather then state law requirements.

CITY COUNCIL WORKPLAN
Updating the ADU Ordinance is directly related to a program within the Housing Element, which has been identified as a City Council goal for the Town.

CEAQ REVIEW
This project is exempt pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and 15282.1(h) of the CEQA Guidelines

FISCAL IMPACT
Adopting the proposed amendments will not result in direct fiscal impacts as it is routine maintenance of compliance with state law and is required as part of programs B-6 of the adopted 6 th Cycle Housing Element.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Ordinance for ADU Amendments with text changes and redlines

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ORDINANCE ______
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS AMENDING TITLE 10 (ZONING AND SITE DEVELOPMENT) OF THE LOS ALTOS HILLS MUNICIPAL

CODE TO AMEND REGULATIONS RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
WHEREAS, a severe housing crisis exists in the State of California with the demand for housing outstripping supply; and
WHEREAS, the State Legislature has enacted a number of laws relating to streamline approvals of housing development projects; expand accessory dwelling units (“ADU”) opportunities; and to promote housing supply, growth and mobility; and WHEREAS, several state legislations in particular have gone into effect between 2016 and 2023 which, among other things, requires municipalities to ministerially approve ADUs and junior ADUs (“JADU”), and to limit local authority to impose standards such as setbacks, height, lot coverage, and architectural compatibility, parking, and utility connection and fee requirements; and
WHEREAS, the adopted and state-certified 2023-2031 Housing Element (“Housing Element”) of the Town of Los Altos Hills (“Town”) contains numerous goals, policies and programs to streamline residential development projects and promote housing opportunities and mobility, which covers, among other things, the development of ADUs; and WHEREAS, specifically, the Housing Element considers ADUs an important part of the Town’s site inventory and housing strategy and included a number of programs to remove constraints and encourage and facilitate ADU developments in Los Altos Hills, including: monitor and revise the Town’s ADU regulations under Los Altos Hills Municipal Code (“LAHMC”) Title 10, Chapter 1 (the “Zoning Ordinance”) as appropriate to incorporate state legislative amendments; create ADU survey process to reduce ADU vacancies; and providing housing resources outreach and referrals to advertise vacant dwellings to find tenants from the larger region. Housing Element Program B-6 specifies: “monitor state law on an annual basis and revise the Zoning Ordinance as appropriate. . . the Town will make any revisions to the ADU ordinance as necessary per any further State review”; and
WHEREAS, as a result of legislative changes to state ADU laws in 2025 and 2026, the Town prepared certain amendments via ordinance to the ADU regulations under Title 10, Chapter 1, Article 14 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code (the “Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, on March 5, 2026, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed Ordinance, at which time all interested parties were provided an opportunity to give input and participate in the public process; at the hearing, the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. XXXXXX made findings and recommended the City Council adopt the proposed Ordinance as deliberated upon by the Commission during the hearing; and WHEREAS, on XXXXXX, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed Ordinance, at which time all interested parties were provided an opportunity to give input and participate in the public process; and ITEM 5I ATTACHMENT 2

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WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance is consistent with and supports the Los Altos Hills General Plan by helping to ensure the implementation of housing goals, programs and strategies in the 2023-2031 Housing Element, including but not limited to those with respect to amending regulations pertaining to ADUs; and
WHEREAS, under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), modifications to regulations pertaining to ADUs are statutorily exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 21080.17 of the Public Resources Code and CEQA Guidelines section 15282.1(h) because they are implementing the provisions of Government Code Section 66314 et seq.; and WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance is intended to bring the Town’s ADU regulations in conformance with applicable State law in a way that protects and promotes public safety, community welfare, and the Town’s character and aesthetic quality.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills hereby ordains as follows:

SECTION I. FINDINGS.

Based on the entirety of the record as described above, the City Council for the Town of Los Altos Hills hereby makes the following findings:

1. All of the facts and recitals above are true, correct, incorporated herein and made a part hereof.

2. Based on the entirety of the record before it, the City Council hereby finds that this Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines section 15282.1(h) because they are implementing the provisions of Government Code Section 66314 et seq. relating to secondary dwellings.

3. This Ordinance was prepared, introduced, and adopted in accordance with the requirements of Planning and Zoning Law (Government Code, sections 65853-65860) and meets all of the requirements thereunder.

4. This Ordinance is consistent with and supports the Los Altos Hills General Plan by implementing housing goals, programs, and strategies in the 2023-2031 Housing Element, complying with state housing laws and ADU legislation, and promoting housing production and mobility. The amendments proposed in the Ordinance would accomplish the program goals identified in the Housing Element and continue to implement the Town’s housing strategies in compliance with state law.

SECTION II. AMENDMENT.

Article 14, Chapter 1 of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code, is hereby amended to read as set forth in Exhibit A to this Ordinance, which is hereby incorporated as though set forth in full herein.

Item 4.3 Attachment 1

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SECTION III. SEVERABILITY.

If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid or unconstitutional the remainder of this Ordinance, including the application of such part or provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby and shall continue in full force and effect. To this end, provisions of this ordinance are severable. The City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase hereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases be held unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable.

SECTION IV. EFFECTIVE DATE AND PUBLICATION.

Pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 36933, a summary of this Ordinance shall be prepared by the City Attorney. At least five (5) days prior to the Council meeting at which this Ordinance is scheduled to be adopted, the City Clerk shall (1) publish the Summary, and (2) post in the City Clerk’s Office a certified copy of this Ordinance. Within fifteen (15) days after the adoption of this Ordinance, the City Clerk shall (1) publish the summary, and (2) post in the City Clerk’s Office a certified copy of the full text of this Ordinance along with the names of those City Council members voting for and against this Ordinance or otherwise voting.

This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.

INTRODUCED: ______________, 2026
PASSED: _______________, 2026
AYES:

NOES:

ABSTENTIONS:

ABSENT:

BY: _________________________
Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
City Attorney

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EXHIBIT A
SECTION I. Revisions to Article 14, “Accessory Dwelling Units” of Chapter 1 of Title 10 Various sections of Article 14 are amended as follows, with additions in red double underline and deletions in strikethrough. Sections, subsections, paragraphs, and texts not modified by this amendment are not included below and shall remain in full force and effect. . . .

Section 10-1.1402. Definitions.
. . .

Livable space means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation; however, if "livable space" is defined differently in California Government Code Section 66313 or its successor statute, the latter definition shall control.
. . .

Primary dwelling unit means the single-family or multi-family residence on the property that is not created pursuant to the provisions of this article and Government Code section 66314 et seq. is the larger of the two if there is an existing accessory dwelling unit on the property. . . .

Secondary dwelling means the same as an accessory dwelling unit. . . .

Section 10-1.1403. General standards and requirements.

Accessory dwelling units are permitted on all residential properties and subject to the following general standards and requirements:
(a) Number of Units Allowed; Zoning District, Type and Unit Size. (1) Within the R-A zone, all of the following:
(i) One (1) accessory dwelling unit that is attached or connected to an existing or proposed single-family dwelling unit through sharing a wall or a structural building feature, or that is entirely within the existing space of an existing accessory structure;
(ii) One (1) accessory dwelling unit that is new construction and detached from a proposed or existing single-family dwelling; and
(iii) One (1) junior accessory dwelling unit.
(2) Within a multi-family zoning district, all of the following:
(i) Multiple accessory dwelling units within the portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, up to twenty-five (25) percent

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. . .
of the existing multi-family dwelling units, or at least one (1) unit, whichever is greater.
(ii) Multiple detached accessory dwelling units not exceeding the building height permitted under Section 10-1.1403(f), and with at least four (4) feet side and rear setbacks, subject to the following:

A. On lots with an existing multiple-family dwelling structure(s), the number of detached accessory dwelling units shall not exceed the number of existing units on the lot or eight (8), whichever is less.

B. On lots with a proposed, new construction multiple-family dwelling structure(s), no more than two (2) detached accessory dwelling units. This provision shall not apply to a lot that proposes to expand existing multiplefamily dwelling structure(s).

One (1) accessory dwelling unit and one (1) junior accessory dwelling unit are allowed on any lot with an existing or proposed single-family dwelling unit provided that the lot has adequate access to water and sewer or septic services, or as otherwise allowed per California Government Code sections 66323(a)(1) and (2). (f) Height.
(1) The maximum height of an attached accessory dwelling unit may be up to the maximum height for a primary dwelling unit pursuant to Section 10-1.504, or 25 feet, whichever is lower.
(2) The maximum height of a detached accessory dwelling unit shall be one story and sixteen (16) feet on a lot with an existing or proposed primary single-family or multi-family dwelling unit. , except as provided in subsections (3) and (4) below. (3) For detached accessory dwelling units on a lot with an existing or proposed primary single-family or multi-family dwelling that is within one-half of one mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high-quality transit corridor as defined under Public Resources Code Section 21155, the maximum height shall be 18 feet, or 20 feet where necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the accessory dwelling unit that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.
(4) For detached accessory dwelling units on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily, multi-story dwelling, the maximum height shall be 18 feet. (g) Parking and access.

An accessory dwelling unit shall comply with the following parking and site access requirements:
(1) Vehicular access to an accessory dwelling unit from the nearest public or private street shall be provided by a common driveway with the primary dwelling; (2) No parking shall be required for an accessory dwelling unit or the primary dwelling unit if the accessory dwelling unit application is submitted with the application to create the primary dwelling unit, for any of the following:

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i. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of, or conversion to, an accessory dwelling unit;
ii. The accessory dwelling unit is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit;
iii. The accessory dwelling unit is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district;
iv. The accessory dwelling unit is converted from the proposed or existing floor area of the primary dwelling or an existing accessory structure; v. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the accessory dwelling unit;
vi. When the accessory dwelling unit is within one block of a car share vehicle; (3) No additional on-site parking shall be required for a primary dwelling unit for the construction of a junior accessory dwelling unit.
(h) In accordance with Government Code section 66323(a)(1)-(4), the following accessory dwelling units shall not be subject to the development standards contained in subsections (b) – (g) of this Section, except for subsections (e)(2) and (f):
(1) The accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit is within the proposed space of a single-family dwelling or existing space of a single-family dwelling or accessory structure. If within the existing space of an accessory structure, the accessory dwelling unit may include an expansion of not more than 150 square feet beyond the same physical dimensions as the existing accessory structure, for the purposes of accommodating ingress and egress only. In addition, there shall be exterior access from the proposed or existing single-family dwelling and side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety. (2) A detached accessory dwelling unit that does not exceed four-foot side and rear yard setbacks for a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, with a total floor area of not more than 800 square feet of livable space, and meeting the building height permitted under Section 10-1.1403(f), as applicable.
(3) Accessory dwelling units in multi-family zoning districts meeting the requirements of Section 10-1.1403(a)(2).

Section 10-1.1404 Design requirements.

An accessory dwelling unit shall be reviewed and approved without discretionary review or a hearing. Except for accessory dwelling units described in Section 10-1.1403(h)(1)-(3), aAs part of the planning department’s ministerial approval, the following objective design requirements shall be confirmed:
. . .

Section 10-1.1405. Building and construction.

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An accessory dwelling unit shall be designed and constructed in compliance with all applicable requirements of the California Building Standards Code and local code amendments. In addition, the following requirements shall be confirmed:
(a) An accessory dwelling unit shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation.
(b) An accessory dwelling unit is only required to have fire sprinklers if they are required for the primary dwelling. However, the construction of an accessory dwelling unit shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. (c) Accessory dwelling units shall be connected to the public sanitary sewer system when such sewer is within 200 feet of the property line or when the property is subject to a sewer reimbursement agreement. However, when the elevation of the existing sewer main does not facilitate gravity flow and the parcel is not subject to a sewer reimbursement agreement, the accessory dwelling unit shall not be required to connect to the sewer system but shall be connected to a private sewage disposal system that is approved by the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, accessory dwelling units described in Section 10-

1.1403(h)(1)-(3) shall not be required to be connected to the public sanitary sewer system unless such accessory dwelling unit is constructed with a new single family dwelling on the same lot, or upon separate conveyance of the accessory dwelling unit as permitted by Section 10-1.1403(c)(3). An accessory dwelling unit constructed with a new singlefamily dwelling on the same lot must be connected to the public sanitary sewer system or be connected to a private sewage disposal system that is deemed to be adequate by the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health.
. . .
§ 10-1.1406. Permit review process.
(a) Applications for an accessory dwelling unit must be submitted to the Building Department on a form and with information and materials as required adopted by the Building Official and the Planning Director Community Development Director and most recently in effect, and shall be approved or disapproved within 60 days after receiving the complete application. The applicant may request that the 60-day review period be waived. (b) If The Town denies an application for an accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit pursuant to subdivision (a), the Town shall, within the time period described in subdivision (a), return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient, and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant.

Section 10-1.1409 Accessory dwelling unit amnesty.

Owners of existing non-permitted accessory dwelling units which were constructed or otherwise in existence prior to December 31, 2019 January 1, 2020, may apply for a building permit to legalize the unit subject to conformance with the regulations in this article, the current California building standards code in effect at the time of the application, and such rules and regulations as may be adopted by resolution of the City Council. Notwithstanding the foregoing, an application

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for an accessory dwelling unitshall not be denied based on the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures that do not present a threat to public health and safety and are not affected by the construction of the accessory dwelling unit.

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1 Keren Brunner
From: Arika Miller
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:55 PM
To: Keren Brunner
Subject: FW: public comment re item 5.I for tonight's Council meeting Attachments: Los Altos Hills - ADU ordinance - 16 Apr 2026 - CC.pdf Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Add this before Jay’s response please.

From: James Lloyd <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2026 1:48 PM
To: Rajiv Bhateja <[email protected]>; George Tyson <[email protected]>; Linda Swan <[email protected]>; Kavita Tankha <[email protected]>; Stanley Mok <[email protected]>; City Council <[email protected]> Cc: Cody Einfalt <[email protected]>; Arika Miller <[email protected]>; Planning <[email protected]>; Steve Mattas <[email protected]> Subject: public comment re item 5.I for tonight's Council meeting Dear Town of Los Altos Hills,
The California Housing Defense Fund (“CalHDF”) submits the attached public comment regarding item 5.I for the Council meeting of April 16, 2026, a potential amendment to the Town’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).

Sincerely,
James M. Lloyd
Director of Planning and Investigations
California Housing Defense Fund
[email protected]
CalHDF is grant & donation funded
Donate today - https://calhdf.org/donate/
ITEM 5I Supplemental 1A

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Apr 16, 2026
Town of Los Altos Hills
26379 Fremont Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
By Email: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
CC: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Re: Potential Amendments to Town’s ADU Regulations
Dear Town of Los Altos Hills,
The California Housing Defense Fund (“CalHDF”) submits this letter as a public comment regarding item 5.I for the Council meeting of April 16, 2026, a potential amendment to the Town’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).

CalHDF supports the proposed amendments to the Town’s ADU regulations, which will largely bring the Town’s code into compliance with state law.

There is one remaining issue with the Town’s ADU code that must be addressed for the Town to come into compliance with state ADU law. The Town may not impose impact fees on ADUs measuring 750 square feet or fewer in size.

Background
The law gives local governments authority to enact zoning ordinances that implement a variety of development standards on ADUs. (Gov. Code, § 66314.) The standards in these local ordinances are limited by state law so as not to overly restrict ADU development. (See id.) Separately from local ADU ordinances, Government Code section 66323 establishes a narrower set of ADU types that local governments have a ministerial duty to approve. “Notwithstanding Sections 66314 to 66322 ... a local agency shall ministerially approve” these types of ADUs. (Id. at subd. (a).) This means that ADUs that satisfy the minimal requirements of section 66323 must be approved regardless of any contrary provisions of the local ADU 2201 Broadway, PH1, Oakland, CA 94612
[email protected]

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ordinance. (Ibid.) Local governments may not impose their own standards on such ADUs. (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (b) [“A local agency shall not impose any objective development or design standard that is not authorized by this section upon any accessory dwelling unit that meets the requirements of any of paragraphs (1) to (4), inclusive, of subdivision (a).”].) In addition, ADUs that qualify for the protections of Government Code section 66323, like other ADUs, must be processed by local governments within 60 days of a complete permit application submittal. (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a).) State law also prohibits creating regulations on ADU development not explicitly allowed by state law. Government Code Section 66315 states, “No additional standards, other than those provided in Section 66314, shall be used or imposed, including an owner-occupant requirement, except that a local agency may require that the property may be used for rentals of terms 30 days or longer.”
Duty to Exempt Certain ADUs from Impact Fees
Code section 10-1.1408 allows the Town’s City Council to establish fees for ADU development by resolution. However, Government Code section 66311.5, subdivision (c)(1) obligates the Town to not charge impact fees on ADUs 750 square feet or smaller in size.

The only information on the Town’s website regarding impact fees can be found here:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2816/Estimate-of-Los-Altos-Hills-P ermit-Fees-and-Costs-5-16-19
This document imposes a minimum $5,700 pathways fee on all ADUs. However, the Town may not impose this pathways fee on ADUs 750 square feet or less.

The Town must amend its ADU code to explicitly exempt ADUs smaller than 750 square feet in size from all impact fees, including the pathways fee. ⧫ ⧫ ⧫
CalHDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission includes advocating for increased access to housing for Californians at all income levels, including low-income households. You may learn more about CalHDF at www.calhdf.org.

Sincerely,
Dylan Casey
CalHDF Executive Director
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James M. Lloyd
CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations
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1 Keren Brunner
From: Arika Miller
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2026 5:55 PM
To: Keren Brunner
Subject: FW: public comment re item 4.3 for tonight's Planning Commission meeting Attachments: Los Altos Hills - ADU ordinance - 5 March 2026.pdf; Los Altos Hills - ADU ordinance - 16 Apr 2026 - CC.pdf
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
From: Jay Bradford <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2026 4:15 PM
To: Arika Miller <[email protected]>
Subject: Fw: public comment re item 4.3 for tonight's Planning Commission meeting Can you add this email and the attachments to the packet? From: Jay Bradford <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2026 4:13 PM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Subject: Fw: public comment re item 4.3 for tonight's Planning Commission meeting Mr. Lloyd,
The Town does not charge pathway impact fees for ADU projects. The Town’s website reflects this, and I have also included on the site is the recently adopted ordinance updating the pathway fee, which confirms that ADUs are not subject to this fee.
https://losaltoshills.ca.gov/684/Pathway-Development-Impact-Fee ITEM 5I Supplemental 2a

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2 From: James Lloyd <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, March 5, 2026 1:55 PM
To: Planning Commission <[email protected]>; Jim Waschura <[email protected]>; BCC - Birgitta Indaco <[email protected]>; Alisa Bredo <[email protected]>; Rajiv Patel <[email protected]> Cc: Cody Einfalt <[email protected]>; Arika Miller <[email protected]>; Planning <[email protected]>; Steve Mattas <[email protected]> Subject: public comment re item 4.3 for tonight's Planning Commission meeting

Dear Town of Los Altos Hills,
The California Housing Defense Fund (“CalHDF”) submits the attached letter as a public comment regarding item 4.3 for the Planning Commission meeting of March 5, 2025, a potential amendment to the Town’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).

Sincerely,
James M. Lloyd
Director of Planning and Investigations
California Housing Defense Fund
[email protected]
CalHDF is grant & donation funded
Donate today - https://calhdf.org/donate/

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Mar 5, 2026
Town of Los Altos Hills
26379 Fremont Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
By Email: [email protected];
[email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; CC: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Re: Potential Amendments to Town’s ADU Regulations
Dear Town of Los Altos Hills,
The California Housing Defense Fund (“CalHDF”) submits this letter as a public comment regarding item 4.3 for the Planning Commission meeting of March 5, 2025, a potential amendment to the Town’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).

CalHDF supports the proposed amendments to the Town’s ADU regulations, which will largely bring the Town’s code into compliance with state law.

There is one remaining issue with the Town’s ADU code that must be addressed for the Town to come into compliance with state ADU law.

Background
The law gives local governments authority to enact zoning ordinances that implement a variety of development standards on ADUs. (Gov. Code, § 66314.) The standards in these local ordinances are limited by state law so as not to overly restrict ADU development. (See id.) Separately from local ADU ordinances, Government Code section 66323 establishes a narrower set of ADU types that local governments have a ministerial duty to approve. “Notwithstanding Sections 66314 to 66322 ... a local agency shall ministerially approve” these types of ADUs. (Id. at subd. (a).) This means that ADUs that satisfy the minimal requirements of section 66323 must be approved regardless of any contrary provisions of the local ADU ordinance. (Ibid.) Local governments may not impose their own standards on such ADUs. 2201 Broadway, PH1, Oakland, CA 94612
[email protected]
ITEM 5I Supplemental 2b

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(Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (b) [“A local agency shall not impose any objective development or design standard that is not authorized by this section upon any accessory dwelling unit that meets the requirements of any of paragraphs (1) to (4), inclusive, of subdivision (a).”].) In addition, ADUs that qualify for the protections of Government Code section 66323, like other ADUs, must be processed by local governments within 60 days of a complete permit application submittal. (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a).) State law also prohibits creating regulations on ADU development not explicitly allowed by state law. Government Code Section 66315 states, “No additional standards, other than those provided in Section 66314, shall be used or imposed, including an owner-occupant requirement, except that a local agency may require that the property may be used for rentals of terms 30 days or longer.”
Duty to Exempt Certain ADUs from Impact Fees
Code section 10-1.1408 allows the Town’s City Council to establish fees for ADU development by resolution. However, Government Code section 66311.5, subdivision (c)(1) obligates the Town to not charge impact fees on ADUs 750 square feet or smaller in size.

The only information on the Town’s website regarding impact fees can be found here:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2816/Estimate-of-Los-Altos-Hills-P ermit-Fees-and-Costs-5-16-19
This document imposes a minimum $5,700 pathways fee on all ADUs. However, the Town may not impose this pathways fee on ADUs 750 square feet or less.

The Town must amend its ADU code to explicitly exempt ADUs smaller than 750 square feet in size from all impact fees, including the pathways fee. ⧫ ⧫ ⧫
CalHDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission includes advocating for increased access to housing for Californians at all income levels, including low-income households. You may learn more about CalHDF at www.calhdf.org.

Sincerely,
Dylan Casey
CalHDF Executive Director
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James M. Lloyd
CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations
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Apr 16, 2026
Town of Los Altos Hills
26379 Fremont Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
By Email: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]
CC: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Re: Potential Amendments to Town’s ADU Regulations
Dear Town of Los Altos Hills,
The California Housing Defense Fund (“CalHDF”) submits this letter as a public comment regarding item 5.I for the Council meeting of April 16, 2026, a potential amendment to the Town’s regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (“JADUs”).

CalHDF supports the proposed amendments to the Town’s ADU regulations, which will largely bring the Town’s code into compliance with state law.

There is one remaining issue with the Town’s ADU code that must be addressed for the Town to come into compliance with state ADU law. The Town may not impose impact fees on ADUs measuring 750 square feet or fewer in size.

Background
The law gives local governments authority to enact zoning ordinances that implement a variety of development standards on ADUs. (Gov. Code, § 66314.) The standards in these local ordinances are limited by state law so as not to overly restrict ADU development. (See id.) Separately from local ADU ordinances, Government Code section 66323 establishes a narrower set of ADU types that local governments have a ministerial duty to approve. “Notwithstanding Sections 66314 to 66322 ... a local agency shall ministerially approve” these types of ADUs. (Id. at subd. (a).) This means that ADUs that satisfy the minimal requirements of section 66323 must be approved regardless of any contrary provisions of the local ADU 2201 Broadway, PH1, Oakland, CA 94612
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ordinance. (Ibid.) Local governments may not impose their own standards on such ADUs. (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (b) [“A local agency shall not impose any objective development or design standard that is not authorized by this section upon any accessory dwelling unit that meets the requirements of any of paragraphs (1) to (4), inclusive, of subdivision (a).”].) In addition, ADUs that qualify for the protections of Government Code section 66323, like other ADUs, must be processed by local governments within 60 days of a complete permit application submittal. (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a).) State law also prohibits creating regulations on ADU development not explicitly allowed by state law. Government Code Section 66315 states, “No additional standards, other than those provided in Section 66314, shall be used or imposed, including an owner-occupant requirement, except that a local agency may require that the property may be used for rentals of terms 30 days or longer.”
Duty to Exempt Certain ADUs from Impact Fees
Code section 10-1.1408 allows the Town’s City Council to establish fees for ADU development by resolution. However, Government Code section 66311.5, subdivision (c)(1) obligates the Town to not charge impact fees on ADUs 750 square feet or smaller in size.

The only information on the Town’s website regarding impact fees can be found here:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2816/Estimate-of-Los-Altos-Hills-P ermit-Fees-and-Costs-5-16-19
This document imposes a minimum $5,700 pathways fee on all ADUs. However, the Town may not impose this pathways fee on ADUs 750 square feet or less.

The Town must amend its ADU code to explicitly exempt ADUs smaller than 750 square feet in size from all impact fees, including the pathways fee. ⧫ ⧫ ⧫
CalHDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission includes advocating for increased access to housing for Californians at all income levels, including low-income households. You may learn more about CalHDF at www.calhdf.org.

Sincerely,
Dylan Casey
CalHDF Executive Director
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James M. Lloyd
CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations
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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS April 16, 2026
Staff Report to City Council
_____________________________________________________________________________ SUBJECT: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH SELECTRON TECHNOLOGIES, INC. TO PURCHASE

AN AUTOMATIC NOTIFICATION AND ONLINE INSPECTION

SCHEDULING SOFTWARE FOR A TOTAL PURCHASE PRICE OF ONE
HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS AND ZERO CENTS ($100,000.00).

FROM: Behrouz Amirbadvy, Management Analyst
APPROVED: Jay Bradford, Community Development Director
_____________________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approve a resolution (see Attachment 1) authorizing the city manager to execute a contract for a total value of $100,000 and an Average Annual Value (AAV) of $20,000 for the purchase of a notifications and online inspection scheduling software tools for the building department.

BACKGROUND:

Based upon feedback received by staff during the Community Development Department Listening Session in October 2025, the inability for residents, contractors, and designers to schedule inspections and receive automatic notifications on their building permits was identified as an obstacle. Additionally, during the City Council goal setting session on January 27, 2026, the City Council provided informal direction to staff to implement an inspection scheduling solution to reduce staff workload and provide greater flexibility and access for residents and contractors to schedule inspections.

Accordingly, the Town has pursued the services of Selectron Technologies, Inc. to provide tools that will integrate with the Town’s existing CentralSquare TRAKiT system, enhancing inspection scheduling functionality and automated notifications. The terms of services and scope of services are provided in attachment 2.

Selectron’s Relay platform is a multi-channel communication system designed to connect customers, government agencies, and utilities through a single, centralized platform. The proposed solution includes the Relay Permits Pack and the SelecTXT channel, which together provide a streamlined way for the Community Development Departments to share permit and inspection information with residents and contractors. Through integration with the Town’s permitting database, users can access permit details, schedule inspections, and communicate with staff 24 hours a day, 365 days a year using a permit number. Additional features and integrations may be added in the future through supplemental agreements if desired.

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Inspection Scheduling Software
April 16, 2026
The SelecTXT functionality allows contractors and permit holders to manage inspection activities via interactive text messaging from mobile devices. Users can schedule, reschedule, or cancel inspections, view inspection results, leave comments for inspectors, and access permit site information through a guided text conversation. The system also includes an automatic results notification add-on, which allows permit holders to opt in to receive text notifications when inspection results are posted. Together, these tools are intended to improve customer service, increase accessibility, and streamline permit and inspection processes for both staff and the public.

DISCUSSION:

Town staff believe the purchase and integration of said tools will provide greater access and communication with residents and contractors. These tools will help address feedback received during the listening session and fit in with the 2026-27 Council Work Plan goals. Selectron Technologies, Inc. is the sole proprietor of a technology compatible with our permitting software provided by CentralSquare. As the sole vendor with the ability to provide the compatible software, they were the single company that staff can execute a contract with.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This does not qualify as a Project as defined in California Code Section 15378(b) of the Guidelines for California Environmental Quality Act.
2026 CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:

An inspection scheduling software was highlighted in the CDD’s 2026-2027 Workplan sheet and approved in the final version of the City Council 2026-2027 Workplan.

NEXT STEPS:

If the Council approves this contract, then it shall be in effect upon execution, until July 31, 2031.

Staff will then immediately begin working with the Selectron and CentralSquare to being deployment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is a fiscal impact of $100,000 over the course of the contract of five-years, or an AAV of $20,000. The full contractual terms of services, including the scope of services are outlined in Attachment 2.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution authorizing the city manager to execute a contract with Selectron Technologies, Inc.

2. Consulting Services Agreement Between the Town of Los Altos Hills and Selectron Technologies, Inc

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RESOLUTION xx-26

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT

WITH SELECTRON TECHNOLOGIES INC TO PURCHASE A NOTIFICATIONS AND

ONLINE INSPECTION SCHEDULING SOFTWARE
WHEREAS the Town of Los Altos Hills seeks to ensure the accessibility of residents, contractors and designers to their permits and ensure the ability to schedule, cancel and review inspections and directly communicate with staff; and
WHEREAS there is a need in the Town’s inspection and building software capabilities that at present don’t allow automatic notifications or scheduling directly through text messaging; and WHEREAS the 2026–27 City Council Work Plan identifies enhancement and the modernization of the Town’s building software, and improvement of Town’s residential and contractor permitting systems as key strategic priorities; and
WHEREAS Selectron Technologies Inc is the sole vendor that is permitted with Central Square to provide this notification and online scheduling software; and WHEREAS following review and recommendation by the Technology Committee, Selectron was identified as the sole system capable to deliver the Council’s strategic priority due to its integration and compliance with existing Town software; and
WHEREAS Selectron Technologies, Inc submitted a competitive quote utilizing the software platform, providing the most technically sound solution for installation; and WHEREAS the total project cost for the SelecTXT and Relay Permits Pack not to exceed $100,000, funded through the FY 2026–27 Community Development Department’s Computer Software budget account; and
WHEREAS designating Selectron Technologies Inc as the preferred vendor for future Town inspection scheduling software will ensure system consistency, streamlined maintenance, longterm cost efficiency and compatibility with the town’s permiting system; and NOW THEREFORE the City Council formally authorizes the City Manager to execute this agreement for a five-year contract agreement with Selectron Technologies Inc (see Attachment 2).

The City Manager is authorized to execute a contract with Selectron Technologies Inc, in an amount not to exceed $100,000, for the installation and configuration of the inspection scheduling software and notification system.

The above and foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills at a regular meeting held on the 16th day of April 2026 by the following vote:

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AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

BY:
_______________________________
Rajiv Bhateja, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Arika Miller, City Clerk

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CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS AND
SELECTRON TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

THIS AGREEMENT for consulting services is made by and between the Town of Los Altos Hills (“Town”) and Selectron Technologies, Inc., 13535 SW 72nd Avenue Suite 200, Portland, OR 97223 (“Consultant”) (together referred to as the “Parties”) as of March 1, 2026 (the “Effective Date”).

Section 1. SERVICES. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Consultant shall provide to Town the services and Licensed Software defined and described in the Scope of Work attached as Exhibit A , and incorporated herein, at the time and place and in the manner specified therein.

In the event of a conflict in or inconsistency between the terms of this Agreement and Exhibit A, the Agreement shall prevail.

1.1 1.2

1.3 1.4
Term of Services. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the Effective Date and shall end on July 31, 2031, the date of completion specified in Exhibit A, and Consultant shall complete the work described in Exhibit A on or before that date, unless the term of the Agreement is otherwise terminated or extended, as provided for in Section 8.

The time provided to Consultant to complete the services required by this Agreement shall not affect the Town’s right to terminate the Agreement, as referenced in Section 8.

Standard of Performance. Consultant shall perform all services required pursuant to this Agreement according to the standards observed by a competent practitioner of the profession in which Consultant is engaged.

Assignment of Personnel. Consultant shall assign only competent personnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement. In the event that Town, during the term of this Agreement, desires the reassignment of any such persons, Consultant will discuss request with Town and make good faith efforts to find a mutually agreeable solution.

Time. Consultant shall devote such time to the performance of services pursuant to this Agreement as may be reasonably necessary to meet the standard of performance provided in Section 1.1 above and to satisfy Consultant’s obligations hereunder.

Section 2. COMPENSATION. Town hereby agrees to pay Consultant the amounts listed on the Statement of Work on Exhibit A, notwithstanding any contrary indications that may be contained in Consultant’s proposal, for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement. In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and Consultant’s proposal, attached as Exhibit A, regarding the amount of compensation, the Agreement shall prevail. Town shall pay Consultant for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement at the time and in the manner set forth herein. The payments specified below shall be the only payments from Town to Consultant for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall submit all invoices to Town in the manner specified herein. Except as specifically authorized by Town in writing, Consultant shall not bill Town for duplicate services performed by more than one person.

Consultant and Town acknowledge and agree that compensation paid by Town to Consultant under this ITEM 5J, Attachment 2

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Agreement is based upon Consultant’s estimated costs of providing the services required hereunder, including salaries and benefits of employees and subcontractors of Consultant. Consequently, the parties further agree that compensation hereunder is intended to include the costs of contributions to any pensions and/or annuities to which Consultant and its employees, agents, and subcontractors may be eligible. Town therefore has no responsibility for such contributions beyond compensation required under this Agreement.

2.1 Invoices. Consultant shall submit invoices, not more often than once a month during the term of this Agreement, based on the cost for services performed and reimbursable costs incurred prior to the invoice date. Invoices shall contain the following information:
▪ Serial identifications of progress bills; i.e., Progress Bill No. 1 for the first invoice, etc.;
▪ The beginning and ending dates of the billing period; ▪ A Task Summary containing the original contract amount, the amount of prior billings, the total due this period, the balance available under the Agreement, and the percentage of completion;
▪ The Consultant’s signature;

2.2 2.3

2.4 2.5

2.6 2.7
Payment. All fees should be paid in accordance with Consultant’s payment schedule in the Statement of Work. Town shall have 30 days from the receipt of an invoice that complies with all of the requirements above to pay Consultant.

Total Payment. Town shall pay for the services to be rendered by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement. Town shall not pay any additional sum for any expense or cost whatsoever incurred by Consultant in rendering services pursuant to this Agreement.

Town shall make no payment for any extra, further, or additional service pursuant to this Agreement.

In no event shall Consultant submit any invoice for an amount in excess of the maximum amount of compensation provided above either for a task or for the entire Agreement, unless the Agreement is modified prior to the submission of such an invoice by a properly executed change order or amendment.

Hourly Fees. Fees for work performed by Consultant on an hourly basis shall not exceed the amounts shown on the compensation schedule attached hereto as Exhibit B.

Reserved.

Payment of Taxes. Consultant is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes incurred under this Agreement and any similar federal or state taxes.

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of the date of written notice of termination. Consultant shall maintain adequate logs and timesheets to verify costs incurred to that date.

2.8 Authorization to Perform Services. The Consultant is not authorized to perform any services or incur any costs whatsoever under the terms of this Agreement until receipt of authorization from the Contract Administrator.

Section 3. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT. Except as set forth herein, Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, provide all facilities and equipment that may be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement. Town shall make available to Consultant only the facilities and equipment listed in this section, and only under the terms and conditions set forth herein.

Town shall furnish physical facilities such as desks, filing cabinets, and conference space, as may be reasonably necessary for Consultant’s use while consulting with Town employees and reviewing records and the information in possession of the Town. The location, quantity, and time of furnishing those facilities shall be in the sole discretion of Town. In no event shall Town be obligated to furnish any facility that may involve incurring any direct expense, including but not limited to computer, long-distance telephone or other communication charges, vehicles, and reproduction facilities.

Section 4. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Before beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant, at its own cost and expense, unless otherwise specified below, shall procure the types and amounts of insurance listed below against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Consultant and its agents, representatives, employees, and subcontractors. Consistent with the following provisions, Consultant shall provide proof satisfactory to Town of such insurance that meets the requirements of this section and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all respects, and that such insurance is in effect prior to beginning work to the Town. Consultant shall maintain the insurance policies required by this section throughout the term of this Agreement. The cost of such insurance shall be included in the Consultant's bid. Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract until Consultant has obtained all insurance required herein for the subcontractor(s) and provided evidence that such insurance is in effect to Town.

Verification of the required insurance shall be submitted and made part of this Agreement prior to execution. Consultant shall maintain all required insurance listed herein for the duration of this Agreement.

4.1 Workers’ Compensation. Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, maintain Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance for any and all persons employed directly or indirectly by Consultant. The Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance shall be provided with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per accident. In the alternative, Consultant may rely on a selfinsurance program to meet those requirements, but only if the program of self-insurance complies fully with the provisions of the California Labor Code. Determination of whether a self- insurance program meets the standards of the Labor Code shall be solely in the discretion of the Contract Administrator. The insurer, if insurance is provided, or the Consultant, if a program of self-insurance is provided, shall waive all rights of subrogation against the Town and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers for loss arising from work performed under this Agreement.

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4.2.1 General requirements. Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain commercial general and automobile liability insurance for the term of this Agreement in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, combined single limit coverage for risks associated with the work contemplated by this Agreement. If a Commercial General Liability Insurance or an Automobile Liability form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required occurrence limit. Such coverage shall include but shall not be limited to, protection against claims arising from bodily and personal injury, including death resulting therefrom, and damage to property resulting from activities contemplated under this Agreement, including the use of owned and non-owned automobiles.

4.2.2 Minimum scope of coverage. Commercial general coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability occurrence form CG 0001 (most recent edition) covering comprehensive General Liability on an “occurrence” basis. Automobile coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Automobile Liability form CA 0001 (most recent edition), Code 1 (any auto). No endorsement shall be attached, limiting the coverage.

4.2.3 Additional requirements. Each of the following shall be included in the insurance coverage or added as a certified endorsement to the policy:
a. The Insurance shall cover on an occurrence or an occurrence basis, and not on a claims-made basis.
b. Town, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as insureds as respects: liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired, or borrowed by the Consultant
c. For any claims related to this Agreement or the work hereunder, the Consultant’s insurance covered shall be primary insurance as respects the Town, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the Town, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.
d. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be canceled by either party, except after 30 days’ prior written notice has been provided to the Town.

4.3 Professional Liability Insurance.

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for the period covered by this Agreement professional liability insurance for licensed professionals performing work pursuant to this Agreement in an amount not less than $1,000,000 covering the licensed professionals’ errors and omissions. Any deductible or self-insured retention shall not exceed $150,000 per claim.

4.3.2 Claims-made limitations. The following provisions shall apply if the professional liability coverage is written on a claims-made form:
a. The retroactive date of the policy must be shown and must be before the date of the Agreement.
b. Insurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five years after completion of the Agreement or the work, so long as commercially available at reasonable rates. c. If coverage is canceled or not renewed and it is not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a retroactive date that precedes the date of this Agreement, Consultant must purchase an extended period coverage for a minimum of five years after completion of work under this Agreement.
d. A copy of the claim reporting requirements must be submitted to the Town for review prior to the commencement of any work under this Agreement.

4.4 All Policies Requirements.

4.4.1 Acceptability of insurers. All insurance required by this section is to be placed with insurers with a Bests' rating of no less than A:VII.

4.4.2 Verification of coverage. Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant shall furnish Town with complete copies of all policies delivered to Consultant by the insurer, including complete copies of all endorsements attached to those policies. All copies of policies and endorsements shall show the signature of a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. If the Town does not receive the required insurance documents prior to the Consultant beginning work, it shall not waive the Consultant’s obligation to provide them. The Town reserves the right to require complete copies of all required insurance policies at any time.

4.4.3 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Consultant shall disclose to and obtain the written approval of Town for the self-insured retentions and deductibles before beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this Agreement. At the option of the Town, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the Town, its officers, employees, and volunteers; or the Consultant shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the Town guaranteeing payment of losses and related

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investigations, claim administration and defense expenses.

4.4.4 Wasting Policies. No policy required by this Section 4 shall include a “wasting” policy limit (i.e. limit that is eroded by the cost of defense).

4.4.5 Waiver of Subrogation. Consultant hereby agrees to waive subrogation which any insurer or contractor may require from vendor by virtue of the payment of any loss. Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsements that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation.

The Workers’ Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the entity for all work performed by the consultant, its employees, agents, and subcontractors.

4.4.6 Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated herein.

4.5 Remedies. In addition to any other remedies, the Town may have if Consultant fails to provide or maintain any insurance policies or policy endorsements to the extent and within the time herein required, Town may, at its sole option, exercise any of the following remedies, which are alternatives to other remedies Town may have and are not the exclusive remedy for Consultant’s breach:
▪ Obtain such insurance and deduct and retain the amount of the premiums for such insurance from any sums due under the Agreement;
▪ Order Consultant to stop work under this Agreement or withhold any payment that becomes due to Consultant hereunder, or both stop work and withhold any payment, until Consultant demonstrates compliance with the requirements hereof; and/or ▪ Terminate this Agreement.

Section 5. INDEMNIFICATION AND CONSULTANT’S RESPONSIBILITIES.

Consultant shall defend any action brought against Town to the extent it is based on a third party claim that use by Town of the Services as furnished hereunder, which use is in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, directly infringes or misappropriates any valid United States patent, copyright, or trade secret. Consultant shall pay any liabilities, costs, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) (“Liability”) finally awarded against Town in such action that are attributable to such claim. Town agrees to promptly notify Consultant of any known or suspected infringement or misappropriation of Consultant’s proprietary rights of which Town becomes aware. Should the Services become, or be likely to become in Consultant’s opinion, the subject of any claim of infringement, Consultant may, at its option (a) procure for Town the right to continue using the potentially infringing materials; (b) replace or modify the potentially infringing materials to make them non-infringing; or (c)

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terminate this Agreement and provide Town with a refund equal to the set-up fees paid by Town, less an amount equal to the depreciated portion of such fees calculated on a five (5) year straight-line basis. This Section 5 states the entire liability of Consultant and the exclusive remedy of Town with respect to infringement of any third-party intellectual property or other rights, whether under theory of warranty, indemnity, or otherwise.

The Consultant’s obligation to defend and indemnify shall not be excused because of the Consultant’s inability to evaluate Liability. The Consultant must respond within 30 days, to the tender of any claim for defense and indemnity by the Town, unless this time has been extended by the Town.

With respect to third party claims against the Consultant, the Consultant waives any and all rights of any type to express or implied indemnity against the Indemnitees.

Notwithstanding the forgoing, to the extent this Agreement is a “construction contract” as defined by California Civil Code Section 2782, as may be amended from time to time, such duties of consultant to indemnify shall not apply when to do so would be prohibited by California Civil Code Section 2782.

In the event that Consultant or any employee, agent, or subcontractor of Consultant providing services under this Agreement is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction or the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) to be eligible for enrollment in PERS as an employee of Town, Consultant shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Town for the payment of any employee and/or employer contributions for PERS benefits on behalf of Consultant or its employees, agents, or subcontractors, as well as for the payment of any penalties and interest on such contributions, which would otherwise be the responsibility of Town.

Section 6. STATUS OF CONSULTANT.

6.1 Independent Contractor. At all times during the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee of Town. Town shall not have the right to control the means by which Consultant accomplishes services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Notwithstanding any other Town, state, or federal policy, rule, regulation, law, or ordinance to the contrary, Consultant and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing services under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any and all claims to, any compensation, benefit, or any incident of employment by Town, including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as an employee of Town and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by Town for employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.

6.2 Consultant Not an Agent. Except as Town may specify in writing, Consultant shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of Town in any capacity whatsoever as an agent. Consultant shall have no authority, express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind Town to any obligation whatsoever.

Section 7. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.

7.1 Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.

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7.4 Section 8.

8.1 8.2
Compliance with Applicable Laws. Consultant and any subcontractors shall comply with all laws applicable to the performance of the work hereunder.

Licenses and Permits. Consultant represents and warrants to Town that Consultant and its employees, agents, and any subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications, and approvals of whatsoever nature that are legally required to practice their respective professions. Consultant represents and warrants to Town that Consultant and its employees, agents, any subcontractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, and approvals that are legally required to practice their respective professions. In addition to the foregoing, Consultant and any subcontractors shall obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement valid Business Licenses from Town.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity. Consultant shall not discriminate, on the basis of a person’s race, religion, color, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, or sexual orientation, against any employee, applicant for employment, subcontractor, bidder for a subcontract, or participant in, recipient of, or applicant for any services or programs provided by Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, rules, and requirements related to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment, contracting, and the provision of any services that are the subject of this Agreement, including but not limited to the satisfaction of any positive obligations required of Consultant thereby.

Consultant shall include the provisions of this Subsection in any subcontract approved by the Contract Administrator or this Agreement.

TERMINATION AND MODIFICATION.

Termination. Town may cancel this Agreement at any time and without cause upon 30 days written notification to Consultant.

Consultant may cancel this Agreement upon 30 days’ written notice to Town and shall include in such notice the reasons for cancellation.

If Town cancels this Agreement before the term of the Agreement ends on July 31,2031 for any reason other than Consultants breach of this Agreement, Town agrees to pay 100% of all remaining unpaid fees for the term and those fees become immediately due.

Extension. Town may, in its sole and exclusive discretion, extend the end date of this Agreement beyond that provided for in Subsection 1.1 for additional annual terms.

Consultant may increase or change its fees for each extension by providing Town with notice of such increase or change at least ninety (90) days prior to the effective date of such increase or change. Town’s sole alternative to such fee increase or change shall be to terminate this Agreement by providing notice of termination to Consultant within twenty (20) days after receipt of the notice of price increase or change, which termination will become effective thirty (30) days after such written notice of termination. Unless authorized by the Contract Administrator, Town shall have no obligation to reimburse Consultant for any otherwise reimbursable expenses incurred during the extension period. Page | 8

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8.3 Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed by all the parties.

8.4 Assignment and Subcontracting. Town and Consultant recognize and agree that this Agreement contemplates personal performance by Consultant and is based upon a determination of Consultant’s unique personal competence, experience, and specialized personal knowledge. Moreover, a substantial inducement to Town for entering into this Agreement was and is the professional reputation and competence of Consultant. Neither party may assign this Agreement or any interest therein without the prior written approval of the other party. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the performance contemplated and provided for herein, other than to the subcontractors noted in the proposal, without prior written approval of the Contract Administrator.

8.5 Survival. All obligations arising prior to the termination of this Agreement and all provisions of this Agreement allocating liability between Town and Consultant shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

Section 9. KEEPING AND STATUS OF RECORDS.

9.1 Proprietary Rights. As between Consultant and Town, Consultant and/or its licensors own and shall retain all right, title and interest, including, without limitation, all Intellectual Property Rights in and to (a) the software programs that are listed in Exhibit A and further described in Exhibit C; (b) the standard documentation for the Licensed Software (“Documentation”); and (c) any modifications, error corrections, bug fixes, new releases, or other updates to the Licensed Software or Documentation, that may be provided or otherwise made available hereunder by Consultation to Town during the Term (“Updates”)(collectively, the “Licensed Software”), including without limitation any copy or derivative work of the Licensed Software (or any portion thereof) and any Updates and upgrades thereto. Town shall not take any action to jeopardize, encumber, limit, or interfere in any manner with Consultant’s or its licensors’ ownership of and rights with respect to the Licensed Software or Service, or any derivative work or Update or upgrade thereto. The Licensed Software are licensed, not sold, and Town shall have only those rights in and to the Licensed Software and any derivative work or Update or upgrade thereto as are expressly granted to it under this Agreement, including the End User License Agreement (EULA) as defined below. As used herein, “Intellectual Property Rights” means all rights associated with (i) patents, designs, algorithms, and other industrial property rights; (ii) works of authorship, including copyrights, “moral rights”, and derivative works thereof; (iii) the protection of trade and industrial secrets and confidential information; (iv) Trademarks (as defined herein); (v) all other intellectual and industrial property rights (of every kind and nature throughout the world and however designated), whether arising by operation of law, contract, license, or otherwise; and (vi) all registrations, initial applications, divisions, continuations, renewals, extensions, divisions, and re-issuances of any of the foregoing, now existing or acquired in the future.

9.2 Consultant’s Books and Records. Consultant shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents

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evidencing or relating to charges for services or expenditures and disbursements charged to the Town under this Agreement for a minimum of 3 years, or for any longer period required by law, from the date of final payment to the Consultant to this Agreement.

9.3 Inspection and Audit of Records. Upon reasonable notice to Consultant, any copies of records or documents that Section 9.2 of this Agreement requires Consultant to maintain shall be made available for inspection, audit, and/or copying at any time during regular business hours, but no more than twice a year. Under California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds expended under this Agreement exceeds $10,000.00, the Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the request of Town or as part of any audit of the Town, for a period of 3 years after final payment under the Agreement.

Section 10 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.

10.1 Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Santa Clara or in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.

10.2 Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this Agreement.

10.3 No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of this Agreement does not constitute a waiver of any other breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement.

10.4 Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors and assigns of the parties.

10.5 Use of Recycled Products. Consultant shall prepare and submit all reports, written studies and other printed material on recycled paper to the extent it is available at equal or less cost than virgin paper.

10.6 Conflict of Interest. Consultant may serve other clients, but none whose activities within the corporate limits of Town or whose business, regardless of location, would place Consultant in a “conflict of interest,” as that term is defined in the Political Reform Act, codified at California Government Code Section 81000 et seq.

Consultant shall not employ any Town official in the work performed pursuant to this Agreement. No officer or employee of Town shall have any financial interest in this Agreement that would violate California Government Code Sections 1090 et seq.

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10.7 10.8

10.9 an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the Town. If Consultant was an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the Town in the previous twelve months, Consultant warrants that it did not participate in any manner in the forming of this Agreement.

Consultant understands that, if this Agreement is made in violation of Government Code § 1090 et seq., the entire Agreement is void and Consultant will not be entitled to any compensation for services performed pursuant to this Agreement, including reimbursement of expenses, and Consultant will be required to reimburse the Town for any sums paid to the Consultant. Consultant understands that, in addition to the foregoing, it may be subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of Government Code § 1090 and, if applicable, will be disqualified from holding public office in the State of California.

Solicitation. Consultant agrees not to solicit business at any meeting, focus group, or interview related to this Agreement, either orally or through any written materials.

Contract Administration. This Agreement shall be administered by Jay Bradford, Community Development Director ("Contract Administrator"). All correspondence, communications and meetings shall be directed to or through the Contract Administrator or his or her designee. The Consultant shall only take direction regarding the services provided under this Agreement from the Contract Administrator.

Furthermore, Consultant agrees that the Contract Administrator shall be included any meeting, teleconference or written communication between any Town representative including Committee members and the Consultant. The Town may modify the Contract Administrator at any time upon providing written notice to the Consultant.

10.10 Notices. Any written notice to Consultant shall be sent to:

Todd Johnston, President
13535 SW 72nd Avenue
Suite 200
Portland, OR 97223
Email: [email protected]
Any written notice to Town shall be sent to:

10.11 Professional Seal. Where applicable in the determination of the contract administrator, the first page of a technical report, first page of design specifications, and each page of construction drawings shall be stamped/sealed and signed by the licensed professional responsible for the report/design preparation. The stamp/seal shall be in a block entitled "Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with report/design responsibility," as in the following example.

Jay Bradford, Community Development Director
26379 Fremont Rd
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Email: [email protected]

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10.12 Integration. This Agreement, including the scope of work attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibits A, B, represents the entire and integrated agreement between Town and Consultant and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.

Exhibit A Scope of Services
Exhibit B FEE and RATE Schedule

10.13 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which together shall constitute one agreement.

Section 11 TERMS RELATING TO USE OF LICENSED SOFTWARE.

11.1 Grant of License to Use Licensed Software. Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including the End User License Agreement (“EULA”) attached hereto as Exhibit C which is incorporated into and made a part hereof, and the timely payment of all fees hereunder, Consultant hereby grants to Town a non-exclusive, nontransferable, nonsublicensable, limited license, during the Term, to access and use the Licensed Software solely in accordance with the Documentation and the EULA and solely for Town’s own internal business use. Except as set forth in this Section 11.1 or the EULA, no other right or license of any kind is granted by Consultant to Town hereunder with respect to the Licensed Software.

11.2 Software Restrictions. Town hereby acknowledges and agrees that it shall not use the Licensed Software for any purpose other than the purpose for which Consultant has developed the Licensed Software, and that it shall use the Licensed Software in accordance with the EULA and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations. In the event of any violation of this Section 11.2 or the terms of the EULA by Town or any person Town provides with access to the Licensed Software (whether or not such person is an employee that Town provides with access to the Licensed Software (“Authorized User”), Consultant shall be entitled to equitable relief in accordance with Section 11.17.

11.3 Authorized Users; Town Identification and Passwords. Town may permit its customers to access and use the “Customer Tools” which means the Licensed Software components and interfaces that, as described in the Documentation, are designed and intended to be accessed by customers of Licensee through an application that is set up and maintained as part of the Services and/or Town’s website, solely through Licensee’s website and/or an application that is set up and maintained as part of the Services, and solely for the purpose Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with
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of enabling such customers to (a) receive notifications sent by or on behalf of Town, (b) make payments to Town, (c) view their invoices from Town and history of payments to Town, and (d) update their contact information with Town. Except as provided in this Section, Town shall not permit any person to access the Licensed Software other than employees whom Town has designated as Authorized Users. Each individual natural person shall be a separate Authorized User for purposes of this Agreement. Town shall create or request that Consultant create unique log-in credentials, consisting of a “User Identification” and “User Password”, for each individual Authorized User who shall be accessing the Licensed Software. Town hereby acknowledges that Town and its Authorized Users bear sole responsibility for protecting the confidentiality of all User Passwords and shall remain fully responsible and liable for (and Consultant shall not be responsible or liable for) any unauthorized use of any User Identifications or User Passwords. Town shall not share or disclose, and shall not permit any Authorized User to share or disclose, such Authorized User’s log-in credentials with or to any other individual or entity, even if such other individual is also an Authorized User. A User Identification may not be transferred from one Authorized User to another Authorized User. Town shall promptly terminate (or cause to be terminated by requesting that Consultant terminate) the User Identification for any individual who ceases to be an Authorized User for any reason, including without limitation due to termination of such individual’s employment with Town. Town shall promptly notify Consultant if it discovers or suspects that any log-in credentials have been accessed or used by any person other than the Authorized User to which such log-in credentials were granted, in which case Consultant shall promptly reset or provide Town with a means of resetting the password associated with such log-in credentials.

11.4 Other Modifications to the Licensed Software. Town understands and agrees that Consultant may make modifications and updates to the Licensed Software from time to time. The Consultant may determine in its sole discretion whether to provide such modifications and updates to Town and its other customers as an Update hereunder, or whether such modifications and updates will be issued as a separate or new product or premium version of the Licensed Software that is available only at an additional charge.

11.5 Limited Software Warranty and Exclusive Remedy. Subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants to Town that the Licensed Software, when used in accordance with the Documentation, shall throughout the Term substantially conform to the functional specifications in such Documentation. If Town finds what it reasonably believes to be a failure of the Licensed Software to substantially conform to the functional specifications in the Documentation, and provides Consultant with a written report that describes such failure in sufficient detail to enable Consultant to reproduce such failure, Consultant shall use commercially reasonable efforts to correct or provide a workaround for such failure at no additional charge to Town in accordance with Exhibit B hereto. EXCEPT

FOR THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, SELECTRON PROVIDES THE LICENSED SOFTWARE TO LICENSEE “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE.” SELECTRON MAKES NO

WARRANTY THAT ALL ERRORS, FAILURES, OR DEFECTS SHALL BE CORRECTED,

OR THAT ACCESS TO OR USE OF THE LICENSED SOFTWARE SHALL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR SECURE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN

INFORMATION OR ADVICE PROVIDED BY SELECTRON, ITS AGENTS, OR ITS

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SCOPE OF THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT. This Section states the entire liability of Consultant and the sole and exclusive remedy of Town with respect to any breach of the foregoing express warranty.

11.6 Limited Services Warranty and Exclusive Remedy. Subject to the limitations set forth in this Agreement, Consultant warrants that the Services shall be performed in a professional and workmanlike manner. Consultant’s sole obligation, and Town’s exclusive remedy for breach of the foregoing warranty, is that Consultant shall use its commercially reasonable efforts to re-perform the Services or otherwise cure such breach. If, in Consultant’s sole judgement, curing the breach is not commercially feasible, Consultant shall credit Town for a portion of the fees allocable to the affected period of time that is proportionate to the period the Services or Town’s ability to access or use the Licensed Software was impaired.

11.7 Disclaimer of Other Warranties. THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH IN SECTION 11.5 AND SECTION 11.6 CONSTITUTE THE ONLY WARRANTIES MADE BY

CONSULTANT WITH RESPECT TO THE LICENSED SOFTWARE AND THE SERVICES AND ANY OTHER SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT MAKES

NO OTHER, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER, REPRESENTATIONS,

WARRANTIES, OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED (EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW), OR STATUTORY, WITH RESPECT TO

THE LICENSED SOFTWARE, THE SERVICES, OR ANY OTHER SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS AGREEMENT. CONSULTANT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OR

CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,

TITLE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT, AND ALL WARRANTIES THAT MAY ARISE FROM COURSE OF DEALING, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, OR USAGE OF TRADE.

CONSULTANT DOES NOT WARRANT THAT ANY USE OF OR ACCESS TO THE

LICENSED SOFTWARE SHALL BE ERROR-FREE OR SECURE, OR THAT OPERATION

OF THE LICENSED SOFTWARE SHALL BE UNINTERRUPTED, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY IN CONNECTION THEREWITH. TOWN

ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT HAS RELIED ON NO WARRANTIES, OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES IN SECTION 11.5 AND SECTION 11.6 OF THIS AGREEMENT.

11.8 Defects Not Covered by Warranties. Consultant shall have no obligations under Section

11.5 to the extent any nonconformance or failure of, or error in, the Licensed Software is caused by (a) use of any attachment, feature, hardware, software, or device in connection with the Licensed Software, or combination of the Licensed Software with any other materials or service, unless the combination is performed by Consultant; (b) transportation, neglect, misuse, or misapplication of the Licensed Software, or any use of the Licensed Software that is not in accordance with this Agreement, the EULA, and/or the Documentation; (c) alteration, modification, or enhancement of the Licensed Software, except as may be performed by Consultant; (d) failure to provide a suitable use environment for all or any part of the Licensed Software; or (e) failure to maintain systems and environments that are compatible with Updates.

11.9 Internet Security. Consultant’s Licensed Software is made available through the internet and may be used to access and transfer information over the internet. Town is solely

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responsible for the security and integrity of information it transfers from the Licensed Software, if any. Consultant makes no representations or warranties to Town regarding (a) the security or privacy of Town’s network environment, or (b) any third-party technologies’ or services’ ability to meet Town’s security and privacy needs. These third-party technologies and services may include, but are not limited to, operating systems, database management systems, web servers, and payment processing services. Town is solely responsible for ensuring a secure environment for information it transfers from the Licensed Software, if any. Further, Town acknowledges and agrees that Consultant does not operate or control the internet and that Consultant shall have no responsibility or liability in connection with a breach of security or privacy regarding the Licensed Software or information contained therein that is caused by (a) viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or other undesirable data or software; (b) unauthorized users, e.g., hackers; or (c) any other third party or activity beyond Consultant’s reasonable control.

11.10 Remote Access Security. Consultant may require remote access capability to Town’s network. This could be required for support of onsite software, or to enable access to required local data. Consultant will work with Town’s IT staff to determine the best access method, as approved by Town’s IT and security staff. Remote access is normally provided by using industry standard remote access software or through a Town solution such as VPN access. Regardless of what method is used to provide remote access, or which party provides remote access software, it is Town’s responsibility to ensure that the remote access method meets Town’s security requirements. Consultant makes no representations or warranties to Town regarding the remote access software’s ability to meet Town’s security or privacy needs. Consultant also makes no recommendation for any specific package or approach with regard to security. Town is solely responsible for ensuring a secure network environment.

11.11 Outbound Services Disclaimer. Outbound services, used for outbound messaging from the Licensed Software, refer to automated communications initiated by the Licensed Software to deliver information, collect responses, or engage users. These services are designed to provide additional methods of communication for the Town's employees, supporting and enhancing existing processes. These services are not intended to replace all interaction with Town’s end users or employees. While the outbound services have been created with the best available tools and practices, they are dependent on infrastructure that is inherently not fail-proof, including but not limited to infrastructure such as software, computer hardware, network services, telephone services, and e-mail. Examples of situations that could cause failure include but are not limited to: down phone lines, all lines busy, equipment failure, email address changes, and internet service disruptions. For this reason, while outbound services are valuable in providing enhanced communication, they are specifically not designed to be used as the sole method to deliver critical messages.

Town acknowledges that it is aware of the potential hazards associated with relying on an automated outbound service feature, when using the Licensed Software, and Town acknowledges and agrees that it is giving up in advance any right to sue or make any claim against Consultant, and that Town forever releases Consultant from any and all liability caused by (a) any failed call attempts (including excess of calls over and above network or system capacity), incomplete calls, or any busy-outs; (b) any failure to transmit, obtain or collect data from callers or for human and machine errors, faulty or erroneous input,

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inarticulate caller communication, caller delays or call lengths exceeding estimated call lengths or omissions, delays and losses in connection with the Services provided hereunder; or (c) if Town, Town’s employees, or Town’s end user suffer injury or damage due to the failure of outbound services to operate, even though Town does not know what or how extensive those injuries or damages might be, unless such losses were directly attributable to Consultant’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.

11.12 Data Transfers Between Town and Consultant. The parties acknowledge that, to facilitate providing the Services and the Licensed Software, Consultant and Town shall regularly transfer Town Data to each other. The Town, not Consultant, is responsible for providing and maintaining a secure file transfer protocol for such transfer of Town Data and shall be responsible for maintaining the security of the system components, environment, and procedures of such file transfer protocol.

11.13 Town’s Privacy Practices. “Town Data” means structured data about and identifiable to customers of Town, including without limitation data about transactions between such customers and Town, (a) that Town provides to Consultant to enable Consultant to provide the Licensed Software and the Services, (b) that Consultant collects from Town’s customers to facilitate payments by those customers to Town, or (c) that Consultant otherwise collects or creates, including by automated means, in the course of performing the Services or providing the Licensed Software to Town. Town acknowledges that the Town Data includes information about individuals with whom Town, rather than Consultant, has direct relationships. Therefore, it is Town’s obligation, and not Consultant’s obligation, to provide any privacy notices or disclosures to, and obtain any consent from, such individuals as may be required by applicable law with respect to processing of the Town Data by Consultant on Town’s behalf. Town represents, warrants, and covenants to Consultant that (a) Town has the authority to transmit the Town Data to Consultant; and (b) Consultant’s collection, storage, transmittal, and other processing of the Town Data on behalf of Town, as described in the Documentation and this Agreement, does not and will not violate any applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, contracts, policies, orders, or decrees to which Town is subject.

11.14 Limitation of Liability; Limited Remedy. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED

HEREIN, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT

SHALL CONSULTANT OR ITS SUPPLIERS OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR, OR BE

OBLIGATED TO INDEMNIFY TOWN FOR, ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF

BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, OR INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS, OR FOR

INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE

DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR OTHER ECONOMIC LOSS ARISING FROM OR RELATING

TO THIS AGREEMENT OR THE SUBJECT MATTER HEREOF, EVEN IF CONSULTANT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED.

11.15 Maximum Liability. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary or the failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy or limitation of liability, Consultant’s entire liability arising from or relating to this Agreement or the subject matter hereof, under any legal theory (whether in contract, tort or otherwise), shall not exceed the amounts actually received by Consultant from Town hereunder in the twelve (12) months immediately preceding the action that gave rise to the claim. Town acknowledges that the fees paid to

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Consultant reflect the allocation of risk set forth in this Agreement and that Consultant would not enter into this Agreement without the limitations on liability set forth in this Agreement.

11.16 Injunctive Relief. In the event that Town breaches any provision of the EULA or Sections

9.1, 11.1, or 11.2 , the Town acknowledges and agrees that there may be no adequate remedy at law to compensate Consultant for such breach, that any such breach may result in irreparable harm to Consultant that would be difficult to measure; and, therefore, that upon any such breach or threat thereof, Consultant shall be entitled to seek injunctive and other appropriate equitable relief (without the necessity of proving actual damages or of posting a bond or other security), in addition to whatever remedies Consultant may have at law, in equity, under this Agreement, or otherwise.
[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]

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The Parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS
Cody Einfalt, Acting Town Manager
Attest:

Arika Birdsong-Miller, Town Clerk
Approved as to Form:

Steven T. Mattas, Town Attorney
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CONSULTANT

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Town of Los Altos Hills, CA
Relay SelecTXT & Automatic Results Notification (ARN)
Professional Services
Description Qty Unit Price Total**
Relay SelecTXT Platform Setup - Building
Project Management (S) 30 $225.00 $6,750.00
System Configuration (S) 20 $225.00 $4,500.00
QA Testing and Training (S) 10 $225.00 $2,250.00
Database Integration - CentralSquare - TRAKiT
Development Resources 100 $225.00 $22,500.00
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TOTAL $36,000.00
Annual Hosted Platform and Application Fees
Description Qty Unit Price Total**
Relay SelecTXT Platform - Building 1 $23,077.00 $23,077.00 Integration Support (stxt)
Messages Included for Features Purchased (stxt)
Application Hosting (stxt)
Automatic Results Notification 1 $5,000.00 $5,000.00
Outbound Core Services
ANNUAL FEES TOTAL $28,077.00
Five-Year Commitment Summary
Year 1** Year 2** Year 3** Year 4** Year 5**
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES $36,000.00
ANNUAL FEES TOTAL $28,077.00 $29,480.85 $30,954.89 $32,502.63 $34,127.76 TOTAL $64,077.00 $29,480.85 $30,954.89 $32,502.63 $34,127.76 5-Year Commitment Discount -$20,676.95 -$8,880.80 -$9,736.84 -$10,648.04 -$11,617.53 ARN Included -$5,000.00 -$5,150.00 -$5,304.50 -$5,463.63 -$5,627.54 TOTAL 5-YEAR COMMITMENT $38,400.05 $15,450.05 $15,913.55 $16,390.96 $16,882.69 TOTAL 5-YEAR COMMITMENT* $19,000.00 $19,500.00 $20,000.00 $20,500.00 $21,000.00 5-Year Total
TOTAL 5-YEAR COMMITMENT* $100,000.00
*Discounted amortized option
Exhibit A

SCOPE OF SERVICES

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PRICING & PAYMENT INFORMATION
The contract period begins March 1, 2026. Pricing does not include additional application integration charges that may be required as part of this solution. This includes Application Vendor API, user, or implementation fees, additional licensing fees, or other surcharges directly or indirectly charged by or remitted to the Application Vendor. Pricing above is based on the use of Selectron Technologies standard agreement. All other agreements requiring legal review require a minimum $9,500 additional fee.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PAYMENT SCHEDULE
100% Invoiced at time of execution of contracts

TRAVEL FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE
100% If travel is identified in the above detail or later requested, all travel and related fees are scheduled in advance including travel days and will be invoiced upon completion. Total travel is invoiced at then current hourly rates, currently $225.00 per person per hour, plus actual travel expenses.

ANNUAL FEES, BUNDLES, AND SUPPORT
100% Invoiced at time of execution of contracts. Recurring fees are invoiced 45 days prior to renewal.

In the event the customer terminates agreement prior to the end of the commitment term, 100% of all remaining unpaid fees for the term become immediately due.

CHANGE ORDERS INCLUDING TIME AND MATERIAL RATES
• All service work and/or deliverables not listed, defined, or provided as optional deliverables in this document are considered outside of the scope of this project effort. Out of scope services will be invoiced at Selectron’s then current Time and Material rate, currently $225.00 per hour. • If the out of scope services require a formal change order, the Company and Customer will mutually agree in writing, which will include a scope of work, timeline for delivery, Company and Customer responsibilities and the price terms and conditions. Upon acceptance by Customer and issuance of required purchasing documentation, all Change Orders shall be governed by the terms and conditions of this Agreement, no other terms or conditions shall apply.

Customer acknowledges that such Change Orders may affect the implementation schedule and dates otherwise established as part of the project plan.
• If Customer requires additional documentation, services to prepare this documentation will be invoiced at Selectron’s then current Time and Material rate, currently $225.00 per hour, 4-hour minimum.

TAXES
Sales Tax or any other applicable taxes are not included in any of the pricing in this agreement. All applicable taxes will be invoiced, collected and remitted in accordance with state and local tax laws.

PAYMENT TERMS
Terms are net 30 days from date of invoice. Past due invoices are subject to a 1.5% per month late fee. All presented pricing is in US Dollars.

VENDOR INFORMATION
Selectron Technologies, Inc.
13535 SW 72nd Avenue, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97223
Ph: 503.443.1400 Fax: 503.443.2052

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Statement of Work
Los Altos Hills, CA
Relay

PERMIT PACK

1. Overview ......................................................................................................2

1.1. Revision History................................................................................................................ 2

2. Functionality.................................................................................................3

2.1. The Relay Platform........................................................................................................... 3

2.2. Permits Pack..................................................................................................................... 3

2.3. SelecTXT ........................................................................................................................... 3

3. System Integration........................................................................................4

3.1. Application Database Interfaces...................................................................................... 4

4. Deployment Model.......................................................................................5

5. Administrative Tasks.....................................................................................5

5.1. Administrative Tools ........................................................................................................ 5

5.2. Run System Reports......................................................................................................... 5

6. Responsibilities.............................................................................................6

6.1. Selectron Technologies, Inc.............................................................................................. 6

6.2. Los Altos Hills, CA ............................................................................................................. 8

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1. Overview
This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the services provided by Selectron Technologies, Inc. (Selectron) to Los Altos Hills, CA (Los Altos Hills or Customer). The features, functionality, and services are provided through Selectron Technologies’ Relay communication platform (Relay).

1.1. Revision History
Version # Details Date

1.0 Initial Release 05/13/2025

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2. Functionality
This section details the functionality of each application included in Relay. All functions and features are dependent upon the accessibility of Los Altos Hills’s CentralSquare - TRAKiT application database(s) to provide the given data to Relay.

2.1. The Relay Platform
Selectron’s Relay platform powers the Customer’s solution. Relay is a multi-channel, multi-department platform that connects Customers, government agencies, and utilities. The Relay platform uses different application packs specific to the market being serviced. In addition to each application pack, the Relay channels include interactive voice response (IVR), web, outbound, and interactive texting capabilities, all on a single platform.

The following sections detail the functionality that will be implemented for the Customer. Additional channels, applications, and integrations that are not specified in this SOW are not included but may be able to be added to the system under a supplemental statement of work.

2.1.1. Application Packs and Channels
The Customer’s solution includes the following application pack and channels:
• Application packs:
o Permits Pack
• Channels:
o SelecTXT

2.2. Permits Pack
The Customer’s solution will be configured with the Relay Permits Pack. The Permits Pack allows community development or building agencies to provide their citizens and contractors with a central point of access for permit and inspection information and services. Through available Relay channels, citizens and contractors using a permit number can communicate with the department 24/7 and 365 days a year. Callers will be able to enter a permit number and perform a variety of actions.

All permit, inspection, and/or code information is available through an interface to the Customer’s application database. For any of the features detailed below to function as described, data must be available in this database to be presented to users.

2.3. SelecTXT
SelecTXT for inspection scheduling allows contractors to manage inspection requests and results from a mobile device. Users can schedule, reschedule, and cancel inspection dates via an interactive text message conversation and view inspection results. SelecTXT

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provides both step-by-step, menu-driven, and “power user” entries. Scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling inspections require a text message conversation back and forth between the application and the mobile user, where the application requests specific permit-related information, and the mobile user responds. A conversation consists of multiple text messages for each inspection request process.

Callers will be able to enter a permit number and perform the following actions:
• Access inspection results
• Leave a comment for the inspector
• Schedule/reschedule inspections
• Cancel inspections
• View the site address for the permit

2.3.1. Add-Ons
The following add-ons are included with the Customer’s Permit Pack. They provide additional functionality for the channel(s) purchased as part of this Relay solution.

2.3.2. Automatic Results Notification
During the inspection scheduling process, the permit holder may request to be contacted when the inspector has posted the results.

After inspectors post the results of an inspection, permit holders who have opted in are contacted with the notification. The Automatic Results Notification provides the following information: the permit number, inspection type, inspection result, and the inspection date.

3. System Integration
Relay requires varying integration levels with other database components depending on the implemented features. These are described in the following sections.

3.1. Application Database Interfaces
Selectron is anticipated to integrate with the Customer’s backend application database.

All data-based interactivity on the solution is reliant upon data being available, appropriate access granted to Selectron and access via the application vendor APIs.

During the implementation phase, the project will be impacted if necessary data are unavailable via the included APIs. This may affect the implementation timeframe, and may limit certain functionality depending on the data that is available, and potentially result in additional professional service fees.

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4. Deployment Model
This implementation of Relay will be deployed in Selectron’s Relay Managed Services environment.

Relay Managed Services is a hosted application environment, located in Selectron’s hosting facility.

Selectron’s hosting facility is a co-located data center featuring keyed entry and individual server locks for security. Selectron owns all hardware with a Managed Services solution and is responsible for security, monitoring, ongoing maintenance, and proactive support.

5. Administrative Tasks
This section details administrative tasks that can be performed to manage Relay. All system administration for Relay is handled through the Relay administrative tool. During the implementation process, the Customer’s administrator will be provided with user credentials for the Relay Portal. The administrator can create additional users as needed. Permissions can be assigned per user; permissions govern the functionality available to a given user.

The Relay administrative tool provides administrators with a single platform for viewing system usage and health, running reports, and configuring various system settings. It is supported on modern, high-use web browsers, such as Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari.

5.1. Administrative Tools
The Customer’s solution is equipped with an online administrative platform, allowing for the easy tracking of daily activity and statistics.

Activity
o SelecTXT Activity - Tracks and reports SelecTXT activity with line graph o Inspection Activity – Tracks and reports inspection activity with displayed numbers o SelecTXT Inspection Activity Widget – Tracks and reports SelecTXT inspection activity with bar graph
Support System
o System Status– Tracks the status of the system through Ping and Database displays o Today – Displays date, holiday, office hours, and greeting information

5.2. Run System Reports
Administrators will be able to run system reports via the Relay administrative tool.

5.2.1. Reports Center
• Running / Saving Reports - Depending on your permissions, the Reports Center has many system, activity, and usage reports that you can run. Saving a Report - To save a report (including how you have set the filters), click the desired file type you want to download, either PDF or Excel. The administrative tool will automatically generate the file and allow you to download it.

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The solution will also be equipped to provide the following reporting functions:
• System Status Report—View a log of system events, including reboots and changes in the system's overall status or health.
• Relay Permits Reports
• Inspector Posting Activity Report—This report provides a summary of inspector posting activity per day of the week within the specified date range. It lists inspector names and the number of inspections each day. • Inspections Summary Report—This report provides a summary of inspection scheduling activity per day within the specified month and year. It lists the number of inspections scheduled and canceled on the IVR each day.

SelecTXT Reports
• SelecTXT Activity Report - This report provides a graph of different activity types performed by visitors over a relative span of time (hour over hour, day over day, month over month, and more).
• SelecTXT Activity Detail Report - Use this report to find a specific SelecTXT conversation or group of conversations. Search by date/time, phone number, or other identifying information to find text conversations of interest.

6. Responsibilities

6.1. Selectron Technologies, Inc.

This section outlines Selectron Technologies’ responsibilities regarding service initiation and operation.

6.1.1. Provide Project Management
Selectron Technologies assigns a Project Manager to the service implementation. The Project Manager is the Customer’s primary contact at Selectron Technologies and coordinates all necessary communication and resources.

6.1.2. Provide Documentation
The Project Manager provides the Customer with the documents to help facilitate the service implementation process. Some or all of these may be provided depending on the scope of the project.
• Implementation Questionnaire—This questionnaire gathers critical information needed to set up and initiate the service. This includes information on the toll-free numbers, call volume, APIs.

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• Remote Access Questionnaire—This questionnaire details the information that Selectron Technologies needs to remotely access the Customer’s network and application database prior to system initiation, allowing for complete system testing.
• Implementation Timetable— This timetable details the project schedule and all project milestones.
• Quality Assurance Test Plan— This plan assists the Customer in determining that the interactive solution is functioning as specified in the Contract.
• Service Acceptance Sign-off Form— indicates that the Customer has verified service functionality.

6.1.3. Develop Channel Design
The Project Manager works with the Customer to develop and complete the following portions of channel design:
• SelecTXT messaging flow
Software development can begin once these design elements are completed and approved by the Customer.

6.1.4. Perform Quality Assurance Testing
Selectron Technologies thoroughly tests all applications and integration points before initiation, ensuring system functionality. This includes data read from and written to the application database and the general ability for a customer to successfully access live data and complete a transaction.

6.1.5. Provide Administrative Training
Selectron will provide remote training for the Relay solution.

6.1.6. Provide Marketing Materials
Selectron Technologies provides marketing collateral that the Customer can use to promote the interactive solution to citizens. Marketing collateral includes a poster, trifold brochure, and business card; standard templates for each item are used. Collateral is provided to the Customer in PDF format (original Adobe InDesign files are provided upon request).

Marketing collateral will be provided for each department included in this project.

Selectron Technologies’ Project Manager will assist in gathering the correct information to be displayed on the marketing collateral. The information displayed includes the following:
• SelecTXT phone number(s)
• Department logo (preferably in EPS format)

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• Department address
• A description of functionality
• Additional contact/informational phone numbers
• Samples: where to find account/ permit/ case numbers, etc.

Any changes to the collateral that do not include the items listed above (e.g., design changes to the template) are billed on a time and materials basis. Similarly, any changes to the marketing materials after final delivery are billed on a time and materials basis.

6.1.7. Interface Upgrades
After service initiation, the Customer’s database application may release new updates to their application or its interface. Upgrading the Relay interface to be compatible with any of the Customer’s application databases (or other application database software) may require professional services outside the scope of this service.

6.2. Los Altos Hills, CA
This section outlines the Customer’s service implementation and maintenance requirements and responsibilities.

6.2.1. Return Questionnaires and Information
Selectron Technologies’ Project Manager provides the Customer with an implementation questionnaire. The implementation questionnaire must be returned before developing the call flow design and the implementation timetable.

6.2.2. Provide Customer Specific Information
In conjunction with the Implementation Questionnaire, the following information should be supplied to Selectron Technologies to help create a precisely integrated product. For further clarification on the format and detail of the following data, refer to the Implementation Questionnaire or contact your Selectron Technologies’ Project Manager.
• Street names
• Observed holidays
• Extensions used for transfer functions
• Permit status codes and types
• Inspection types and descriptions
• Validations used for scheduling an inspection
• Correction codes and descriptions
• Permit numbering scheme

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6.2.3. Approve Channel Configuration
The Customer is responsible for approving the application design developed by Selectron Technologies’ Project Manager. This includes reviewing:
• SelecTXT message flow design
Once the channel design(s) have been approved, software development begins.

6.2.4. Provide Remote Network Access to Application Database(s) To fully test the interactive solution, Selectron Technologies requires access to the Customer’s application database(s) before installation. The Customer will help facilitate communication between Selectron and the database vendor.

6.2.5. Provide System Access
Selectron Technologies requires access to the Customer’s network and database/ system. Changing or deleting access accounts could disrupt service for the interactive solution and/or Selectron Technologies’ ability to provide timely support. Please notify Selectron Technologies immediately if the accounts for the Application Database, the payment gateway, or the network are modified. The Customer is responsible for providing Selectron with appropriate application database and payment gateway network access as defined in the System Integration section.

6.2.6. Confirm Service Functionality
The Customer has 30 calendar days after service initiation to verify the functionality of the interactive solutions. Within the 30-day system acceptance period, the Customer should test system functionality using the provided Quality Assurance Test Plan.

Additionally, the System Acceptance Sign-off form must be sent to Selectron Technologies’ Project Manager within this period. Failure to complete acceptance testing within the 30-day period will constitute acceptance.

6.2.7. Contact Customer Support
Anytime the Customer requests a significant change to their Selectron interactive solution, an authorized contact from the agency must provide acknowledgment to Selectron’s Customer Support Department. A significant change is a modification that will A) change system behavior, B) allow users to change the system or C) allow access to protected data.

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Consulting Services Agreement between
Town of Los Altos Hills and Selectron
Technologies, Inc.--Exhibit B
January 1, 2025

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EXHIBIT B

FEE AND RATE SCHEDULE
All service work and/or deliverables not listed, defined, or provided as optional deliverables in this document are considered outside of the scope of this project effort. Out of scope services will be invoiced at Selectron’s then current Time and Material rate, currently $225.00 per hour.

If the out of scope services require a formal change order, the Company and Customer will mutually agree in writing, which will include a scope of work, timeline for delivery, Company and Customer responsibilities and the price terms and conditions. Upon acceptance by Customer and issuance of required purchasing documentation, all Change Orders shall be governed by the terms and conditions of this Agreement, no other terms or conditions shall apply. Customer acknowledges that such Change Orders may affect the implementation schedule and dates otherwise established as part of the project plan.

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Consulting Services Agreement between
Town of Los Altos Hills and Selectron
Technologies, Inc.--Exhibit C
January 1, 2025

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EXHIBIT C

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT
This End User License Agreement (this “EULA”) is part of a Consulting Services Agreement (the “Consulting Services Agreement”) between Selectron Technologies, Inc., an Oregon corporation (“Selectron”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) and the person or entity identified in the Consulting Services Agreement purchasing Services from us (“Licensee”). This EULA governs use by Licensee and all natural persons to whom Licensee provides access to the Licensed Software (each, an “Authorized User”). In this EULA, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, all references to “you,” or “your” means both the Licensee and the Authorized User. All capitalized terms used but not defined in this EULA have the meanings given to them in the Consulting Services Agreement.

SELECTRON PROVIDES THE LICENSED SOFTWARE SOLELY ON THE TERMS AND

CONDITIONS SET FORTH IN THIS EULA AND ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT AND COMPLY WITH THEM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS EULA, SELECTRON WILL NOT AND DOES

NOT LICENSE THE LICENSED SOFTWARE TO YOU, AND YOU MUST NOT USE OR ACCESS THE SOFTWARE.

1. License Grant. Subject to your strict compliance with this EULA, Selectron hereby grants you a nonexclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, limited license to use the Licensed Software solely in accordance with the Documentation, the Consulting Services Agreement, and this EULA, for Licensee's internal business purposes. The foregoing license will terminate immediately on the earlier to occur of:
(a) the expiration or earlier termination of the Consulting Services Agreement between Selectron and Licensee; or
(b) your ceasing to be authorized by Licensee to use the Licensed Software for any or no reason.

2. Scope of License. Subject to and conditioned upon Licensee's timely payment of the fees set forth in the Consulting Services Agreement and your strict compliance with all terms and conditions set forth in this EULA and the Consulting Services Agreement, you have a limited right and license to:
(a) Use and access the Licensed Software in accordance with this EULA and the Documentation, solely for Licensee's internal business purposes. (b) Download, display, and use the Documentation, solely in support of Licensee’s use and access of the Licensed Software in accordance herewith. (c) Download, display, copy, use, and create derivative works of reports and structured data generated using the Licensed Software, solely for Licensee’s internal business purposes.

3. Copies. All copies of the Licensed Software and Documentation made by you:

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January 1, 2025

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(a) Will be the exclusive property of Selectron;
(b) Will be subject to the terms and conditions of the Consulting Services Agreement and this EULA; and
(c) Must include all trademark, copyright, patent and other intellectual property rights notices contained in the original.

4. Use Restrictions. You shall not, directly or indirectly:
(a) Use the Licensed Software beyond the scope of the license granted in the Consulting Services Agreement and Section 2 of this EULA;
(b) Copy all or any portion of the Licensed Software, except as expressly permitted in Section 2 of this EULA;
(c) Decompile, disassemble, decode, or otherwise reverse engineer the Licensed Software, or any portion thereof, or determine or attempt to determine any source code, algorithms, methods, or techniques used or embodied in the Licensed Software or any portion thereof; (d) Modify, translate, adapt or otherwise create derivative works or improvements, whether or not patentable, of the Licensed Software or any part thereof; (e) Provide any other person, including any subcontractor, independent contractor, affiliate, service provider, or other employee of Licensee, with access to or use of the Licensed Software, except as expressly permitted by the Consulting Services Agreement or this EULA; (f) Distribute, disclose, market, rent, lease, lend, sell, timeshare, sublicense, assign, distribute, pledge, publish, transfer or otherwise make available the Licensed Software or any features or functionality of the Licensed Software, to any third party for any reason, whether or not over a network and whether or not on a hosted basis, including in connection with the internet, web hosting, wide area network (WAN), virtual private network (VPN), virtualization, time-sharing, service bureau, software as a service, cloud or other technology or service, except as expressly permitted by the Consulting Services Agreement or this EULA;
(g) Use the Licensed Software for the commercial or other benefit of a third party; (h) Permit the Licensed Software to be used for or in connection with any facility management, service bureau, or time-sharing purposes, services, or arrangements, or otherwise used for processing data or other information on behalf of any third party; (i) Remove, delete, alter or obscure any trademarks or any copyright, trademark, patent or other intellectual property or proprietary rights notices, legends, symbols, or labels appearing on or in the Licensed Software, including any copy thereof;
(j) Perform, or release the results of, benchmark tests or other comparisons of the Licensed Software with other software or materials;

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(k) Incorporate the Licensed Software or any portion thereof into any other materials, products, or services, except as expressly permitted by the Consulting Services Agreement or this EULA; (l) Use the Licensed Software for any purpose other than in accordance with the terms and conditions of this EULA and the Consulting Services Agreement. (m) Use the Licensed Software in, or in association with, the design, construction, maintenance or operation of any hazardous environments or systems, including (i) power generation systems; (ii) aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control systems or any other transport management systems; (iii) safety-critical applications, including medical or life-support systems, vehicle operation applications or any police, fire or other safety response systems; (iv) military or aerospace applications, weapons systems or environments;
(n) Use the Licensee Data or the Licensed Software in any way that is fraudulent, misleading, or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations (including federal, state, local, and international laws and regulations), including but not limited to export or import control laws, information privacy laws, and laws governing the transmission of commercial electronic messages; or
(o) Use the Licensed Software for purposes of competitive analysis of the Licensed Software, the development of a competing software product or service or any other purpose that is to Selectron's commercial disadvantage.

5. Collection and Use of Information. Selectron may, directly or indirectly through the services of others, including by automated means and by means of providing maintenance and support services, collect and store information regarding your use of the Licensed Software, its performance, the equipment through which the Licensed Software accessed and used, such as dates and times of use by each Authorized User, activities conducted using the Licensed Software, the type of web browser used to access the Licensed Software, the operating system/platform you are using, your IP address, and your CPU speed. You agree that the Selectron may use such information for any purpose related to the Licensed Software, including but not limited to improving the performance of the Licensed Software, developing Updates, and verifying compliance with the terms of this Agreement and enforcing Selectron's rights, including all intellectual property rights in and to the Licensed Software.

6. Intellectual Property Rights. You acknowledge that the Licensed Software is provided under license, and not sold, to you. You do not acquire any ownership interest in the Licensed Software under this EULA or the Consulting Services Agreement, or any other rights to the Licensed Software other than to use the Licensed Software in accordance with the license granted under this EULA and the Consulting Services Agreement, subject to all terms, conditions and restrictions contained therein and herein. Selectron reserves and shall retain its entire right, title and interest in and to the Licensed Software and all intellectual property rights arising out of or relating to the Licensed Software, subject to the licenses expressly granted in the Consulting Services Agreement and this EULA. You shall use commercially reasonable efforts to safeguard all Licensed Software (including all copies thereof) from infringement, misappropriation, theft, misuse or unauthorized access.

7. Login Credentials. You, the Authorized User, shall not share or disclose your log-in credentials with or to any other individual or entity, even if such other individual is also an Authorized User. If you discover or suspect that log-in credentials of any Authorized User have been accessed or used by anyone other than the individual to whom such log-in credentials were originally granted, you will promptly notify Selectron, and

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Consulting Services Agreement between
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Technologies, Inc.--Exhibit C
January 1, 2025

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Selectron shall promptly reset or provide Licensee with a means of resetting the password associated with such log-in credentials.

8. Export Regulation. The Licensed Software may be subject to US export control laws, including the US Export Administration Act and its associated regulations. You shall not, directly or indirectly, export, re-export or release the Licensed Software to, or make the Licensed Software accessible from any jurisdiction or country to which export, re-export or release is prohibited by law, rule or regulation. You shall comply with all applicable federal laws, regulations and rules, and complete all required undertakings (including obtaining any necessary export license or other governmental approval), prior to exporting, re-exporting, releasing or otherwise making the Licensed Software available outside the US.

9. Governing Law. This EULA shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of California without giving effect to any choice or conflict of law provision or rule (whether of the State of California or any other jurisdiction) that would cause the application of laws of any jurisdiction other than those of the State of California.
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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS April 16, 2026
Staff Report to City Council
________________________________________________________________________________________ SUBJECT: REVIEW AND ACCEPT THE 2025 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL

PROGRESS REPORT
FROM: Jay Bradford, Community Development Director
APPROVED: Cody Einfalt, Acting City Manager
________________________________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council review and accept the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report (Attachment 1).

BACKGROUND:

Government Code Section 65400 mandates that all cities and counties submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation to their legislative bodies (City Council), the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year. The Town submitted the APR to LCI and HCD by this deadline.

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65400, cities are required to prepare and submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status and implementation of their General Plan to both the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation. The purpose of the General Plan APR is to promote transparency and accountability in long-term land use planning, track progress on the implementation of adopted policies and programs and inform the State about local planning priorities. The report supports coordination between local and state agencies by highlighting how local actions align with statewide goals related to housing, equity, infrastructure, and climate resilience. It also serves as a tool for identifying where policy updates or implementation adjustments may be needed to better serve the community’s evolving needs. This year’s APR evaluates the status of the implementation programs for the period between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025. The content in the prepared report reflects goals accomplished through the 2025-2026 planning period.

DISCUSSION:

The intent of the General Plan Annual Progress Report is to demonstrate the Town’s compliance with the requirements of Government Code Section 65400 which mandates that the Town prepare an annual report on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation.

General Plan Annual Progress Report
All cities in California are required to prepare and adopt a General Plan. The General Plan identifies policies and programs addressing the development and redevelopment of l ITEM 5K

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preservation of parks and open spaces, provision of housing for current and future residents, conservation of natural resources, improvement of the circulation and transportation system, control of noise, and protection of life and property from hazards.

The General Plan must contain seven (7) state-mandated elements. It may also contain any other elements that the legislative body of the county or city wishes to adopt. The seven (7) mandated elements are: Land Use, Open Space, Conservation, Housing, Circulation, Noise, and Safety.

Table 1 below shows the State-mandate elements and their counterparts in the Los Altos Hills General Plan.

Table 1
State-Mandated Elements Corresponding Los Altos Hills
General Plan Elements
Last Updated
Land Use Land Use 2025
Circulation Circulation and Scenic Roadway 2015
Housing Housing 2023
Open Space Open Space and Reservation 2007
Conservation Conservation 2007
Safety Safety 2007
Noise Noise 2007
Pathway 2019
The APR should provide enough information for decision-makers to assess how the General Plan was implemented during the 12-month reporting period. More specifically, APRs should explain how land use decisions relate to adopted goals, policies, and implementation measures of the General Plan. This year’s APR evaluates the status of the implementation programs and housing production for the time period between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025.

Planning Department staff worked with other Town departments in assessing the programs of the different Elements of the General Plan and preparing the General Plan APR. Attachment 2 includes measures associated with the implementation of the General Plan with specific reference to individual elements in the General Plan. A few highlights include:
• Land Use Element – The Town completed the update to the Land Use Element in alignment with the implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element. Staff are continuing to work with Town Committees during the Site Development process to ensure that appropriate open space and preservation easements are adopted on individual properties to protect slopes, riparian areas, wildlife corridors, and the rural character of Los Altos Hills.
• Circulation Element – An updated safety element is scheduled to be implemented in 2027 with work beginning in 2026.
• Safety Element – The Town continued to work in close partnership with the County

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Sheriff, local Neighborhood Watch groups, and interested citizens to successfully increase law enforcement and security presence throughout the Town to mitigate speeding, residential burglaries and other common points of concern in the community. The Town also implemented updates to the Multi-jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP)
• Pathway Element – Public Works staff cleaned, maintained, and upgraded several miles of Pathways throughout the Town. The Town’s Public Works Staff worked on the design of various Pathways Capital Projects, including off-road and roadside paths. The Town works with the Pathways Committee, who creates an annual work plan to prioritize pathways projects. Additionally, the Town performed annual pathway maintenance of existing pathways in Town. The following Capital Improvement Projects progressed in 2025.

1. Maintenance and creation of new pathways in coordination with new Site Development Permits, several new sections of pathways were developed in conjunction with new residential development projects making improvements on existing pathway easements

2. Enhanced review of site development permits with all projects being reviewed at public hearing now being routed to the Pathways Committee. • Conservation Element – The Town reviewed its conservation element in conjunction with Assembly Bill 1889. This bill, the “Room to Roam Act” requires local jurisdictions to include wildlife connectivity, permeability, and habitat preservation and connection their general plan conservation elements starting Jan. 1, 2028, if these elements are not already present. The Town’s conservation element has incorporated these components since the creation of the first Conservation element and continues to uphold these standards through the preservation of pathways which offer wildlife connectivity and wildlife-friendly fencing adjacent to open space easements.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
No environmental review is required for this item, as the Annual Progress Report is not considered a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has no potential to cause a significant environmental impact. Additionally, the report is exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15306 (Information Collection), as it involves only data gathering and does not disturb any environmental resources. 2025-2026 CITY COUNCIL WORK PLAN
The Annual Progress Report is an annual and reoccurring effort to share progress on our General Plan. Although not specifically identified in the 2025-2026 Work Plan, this falls into the category of day-to-day operations and aligns with the value/priority area “Maintain Quality of Life and Community Character” of the City Council Strategic Priorities Implementation Plan, and this APR aligns with the key outcome of complying with the State Law.

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FISCAL IMPACT
The administration, implementation and annual reporting on the Housing Element is not a recoverable cost and is covered by the General Fund support of the Planning Department.

The APR was completed in-house under existing budget expenditures for Planning staff.

ATTACHMENTS

1. General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2025

2. Table D – Housing Element Program Implementation Status

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2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Town of Los Altos Hills
ITEM 5K ATTACHMENT 1

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction 3
General Plan Elements

2. General Plan Implementation (excluding Housing Element) 4

3. Additional Content 23

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1. Introduction
General Plan Elements State law requires all cities and counties in California to adopt a General Plan, comprised at minimum of seven mandated “Elements,” that addresses physical development within its jurisdiction.

The table below shows the State-mandated elements and their counterparts in the Los Altos Hills General Plan.

State-Mandated Elements Corresponding Los Altos Hills
General Plan Elements
Last Updated
Land Use Land Use 2025
Circulation Circulation and Scenic Roadway 2015
Housing Housing 2023
Open Space Open Space and Reservation 2007
Conservation Conservation 2007
Safety Safety 2007
Noise Noise 2007
Pathway 2019

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2. General Plan Implementation
The Annual Progress Report is scheduled to be presented to the City Council on April 16th, 2026.

The Planning Department staff worked with different Town departments in assessing the programs of the different Elements of the General Plan and prepared the General Plan Annual Progress Report.

The table below includes measures associated with the implementation of the General Plan with specific reference to individual elements of the General Plan:

PROGRAM PROGRAM DESCRIPTION STATUS/PROGRESS IN 2025 DEPT

LAND USE

1.2 Continue to implement the Town’s Zoning
Ordinance, Site Development Ordinance,
Subdivision Ordinance, and related
policies and procedures. Review and
update these regulations as needed to
ensure that development occurs in a
manner compatible with the Town’s semirural character and its natural environment.

Update complete. The Town has
moved forward with implementation
of the 6th cycle Housing Element.

This has included the EIR process
on the opportunity sites for multifamily zoning as well as implementing other related land use
streamlining programs. Following
public feedback and hearings, the
Land Use Element was updated in
alignment with Housing Element
program implementation in late
2025.

CDD-Planning

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2.1 Continue to require the dedication of open
space easements where appropriate as a
Continue to record easements over
properties in conjunction with Site
CDD-Planning

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condition of approval for new
development. Each parcel shall be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis during
the site development review process to
determine whether an open space
easement should be required, based on
the extent of steep slopes generally in
excess of 30% slope and the presence of
heritage oak trees and/or creek corridors.

Other considerations shall include the size
of the proposed open space easement, its
contiguity with existing open space
easements, and whether the property is
located within an Open Space
Conservation Area.

Development Permits. Easements
are reviewed by both the Site
Development Authority and the City
Council

2.4 Encourage the preservation of native
hillside vegetation and, if vegetation must
be removed, require appropriate
revegetation and planting in hillside areas.

Ongoing, tree preservation, removal,
and replacement are assessed with
all new site development permits.

Ongoing with the Town’s
Emergency Preparedness and
Response Committee along with the
Environmental Design and
Protection and Open Space
Committees to amend the tree
removal process to align with
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current Wildlife Urban Interface
(WUI) standards and defensible
space requirements.

2.5 Protect the public safety and minimize the
risk of damage from natural hazards by
requiring site-specific geologic
Geotechnical assessment is
required on all sites in pre-existing
hazard zones
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investigations of proposed building sites.

2.7 Make green building publications and
other sources of information available to
applicants, architects, builders, and other
individuals involved in the construction of
new homes and major remodel projects.

The Town has finalized adoption of
a Reach Codes update to the
Building Codes, and the Town
makes available numerous
publications and other
environmentally friendly documents
on the Town’s website and at the
front counter at Town Hall. Ongoing
focus toward sustainable initiatives
will be included in the upcoming
cycle building code updates and
adoption
CDD-Building
CDD-Planning

3.3 Continue to assist school districts by
requiring the payment of school impact
fees as per Government Code Section
65995 prior to issuance of building
permits.

School fees are required at building
permit issuance, costs are assessed
on a square footage basis
CDD-Building

4.1 Prepare, adopt and implement an annual
Capital Improvements Program supporting
policies in the General Plan to maintain,
improve or expand public utilities and
Annual CIP project list compiled and
included as an attachment to this
report. Programs include expansion
of the Town’s sanitary sewer
Public
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infrastructure. system, implementation of the
Housing Element, and expansion of
the Town’s recreational pathway
system, among others.

4.4 Continue to implement the Town’s policies
and siting criteria for wireless
communications facilities, and review and
update them as needed.

All wireless and large utility facilities
continue to be reviewed through a
conditional use permit process
assessed at both the Planning
Commission and City Council levels
CDD-Planning

CIRCULATION

2.3 Annual Pavement Rehabilitation and
Drainage Improvement
The Public Works department
concluded the work for the 2024-
2025 Pavement Rehabilitation
Project to ensure safety in using
Town roads and improve Pavement
Condition Index (PCI)
PW

4.1 Create and maintain a list of all public and
private roads in Town and update as
changes occur.

Update list on annual basis, the
public works coordinates with he
Fire District to ensure road condition
and access are maintained
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optimally.

7.1 Continue to require implementation of the
Pathway Element in new development and
in capital improvements.

Updates to the Master Path Plan are
being processed to address both
localized individual segments and a
regional pathway designation. Public
Works continues to review
conditions of approval on new site
development permits that include
designation of pathway segments.

Pathway funding continues to be
supported through fees associated
with new development at the
planning stage
PW/CDD-Planning

7.5 Encourage pedestrian facilities to reflect
the semi-rural character of the Town, with
an emphasis on pathways separated from
the roadways rather than integrated curbs
and sidewalks.

All road-side pathways constructed
within Town limits are separated
from the road if possible
PW

10.2 The Fire Department shall review new
development proposals to assure
adequate emergency access is provided.

Planning projects and building
permits are reviewed by County Fire
Department for emergency access
requirements
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11.2 Identify problem areas and earmark such
areas for storm drain improvements in the
Town’s annual Capital Improvement
Project Budget.

Ongoing, CIPs and major
improvement projects assessed and
factored into two-year work plans
PW

13.5 Work with State (Caltrans) and County
officials on future improvements to Page
Mill Expressway and the I-280/Page Mill
Expressway/Arastradero Road
interchange to ensure that the
improvements are compatible with the
rural character of the community and
improve safety for motorists, pedestrians,
bicycles, and equestrians.

County has completed
improvements to Foothill Expwy at
Edith Road and Burke Road
interchanges
PW/County

CONSERVATION

1.1 Continue to require that structures be set
back at least 25 feet from the top of creek
banks. To ensure adequate protection of
these valuable resources, review the 25-
foot setback and consider expanding it to
the driplines of mature oak trees within the
Ongoing. Every new development
reviewed by Town requires 25-foot
setback from top of creek banks.

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setback.

1.2 Continue to require open space
easements along creeks and riparian
corridors to ensure that these areas
remain in their natural condition.

Every new development adjacent to
or incorporating riparian areas
and/or water courses that are
reviewed by Town require an open
space easement to be dedicated
CDD-Planning

2.1 Continue to enforce the Heritage Tree
Ordinance, which protects large oak trees
and other significant trees by requiring a
special permit for removal.

The Heritage Tree Ordinance
requirements continue to be a part
of planning entitlements review
process
CDD-Planning

2.2 Continue to require the replacement of any
Heritage Oaks or other significant trees
that are removed under special permit or
as part of approved development projects.

Reviewed during planning
entitlements
CDD-Planning

2.4 Continue to refer site development
applications to the Environmental Design
Committee and Open Space Committee
for review and comment.

All development projects are routed
to EDPC, Pathways, and OSC
CDD-Planning

2.5 Encourage the dedication of
conservation/open space easements or
the public acquisition of areas that are rich
in wildlife or of a fragile ecological nature
Every new development is reviewed
by the Town to determine if a
conservation/open space easement
is to be dedicated
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to ensure their protection.

3.1 Continue to require open space
easements along creeks and riparian
corridors for wildlife that use this resource
for food, shelter, migration, and breeding.

Every new development adjacent to
or incorporating riparian areas
and/or water courses that are
reviewed by Town require an open
space easement to be dedicated
CDD-Planning

4.3 Monitor construction and grading activities
to control dust.

Institute grading mortarium from
October to April
PW/Code Enforcement

5.3 Work with water purveyors to inform
homeowners of their potential water usage
in new landscape projects and to
recognize the benefits of water efficient
landscapes without significant burden to
the homeowners.

The Town has adopted and updated
its Water Efficient Landscaping
Ordinance (WELO) to establish
water efficiency standards for new
residential landscaping projects, and
requires all residential landscape
projects include a WELO checklist to
review against the Town’s and the
water purveyors’ standards.

CDD-Planning

5.7 Continue to implement the Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Ordinance.

Ongoing. Staff inspected soil
erosion and sediment control
measures on projects that requires
grading/excavation during the rainy
season (10/1 – 4/30).

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5.9 Continue to limit the amount of impervious
surface in new development to reduce
urban runoff into storm drains, creeks and
the San Francisco Bay.

Town enforces Maximum
Development Area and promotes
replacement of impervious with
pervious surfaces.

CDD-Planning/PW

6.2 Continue to require erosion control
measures on construction sites.

Staff reviews soil erosion and
sediment control plans and perform
site inspections to ensure adequate
soil erosion control measures.

PW

6.5 Ensure that proposed septic systems meet
the health and safety standards of Santa
Clara County so that soil and groundwater
pollution does not occur.

All private wastewater systems are
reviewed and approved by the
County Department of
Environmental Health.

CDD-Planning/County
DEH

8.1 Incorporate energy efficiency measures in
new Town facilities.

Town included upgrading the main
electrical panels for Town Hall with
Battery Backup System.

PW

9.2 In Town purchasing, encourage the
purchase of products that minimize
packaging, contain recycled materials, and
can be reused or recycled.

The Town purchases recycled
paper.

All depts

10.1 Continue to develop a comprehensive
inventory and map of historically
significant sites and structures. Review
Appendix A was last amended by
City Council in 2023 with the
removal of the “Francis Avidano
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Appendix A at least every five years and
update the inventory as appropriate.

Consider adding the following sites and
structures: Heritage House, Finn House,
Westwind Community Barn, Packard
House, Hidden Villa, Ginzton House, Lois
Crozier Hogle House, Fremont Hills
Country Club Water Tower, Jensen House
and Barn, Eshner House, and Stegner
House on South Fork.

Home” from the list. CDD staff
continues to work with Foothill
College on preservation of Carriage
House. New additions to the list are
vetted through a public hearing and
review process to ensure historical
significance.

Housing
This reporting period covers the ongoing implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element. See 2025 Annual Progress Report Table D for Housing Element program implementation status and supporting documentation.

Safety

2.2 Continue to utilize the geologic hazards
map and other available information from
reliable sources such as the United States
Geological Survey and California
Every new development project is
reviewed against the maps to
determine if a geotechnical report is
required.

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Geological Survey to evaluate proposed
development and mitigate known geologic
hazards.

2.3 Ensure that proper erosion and
sedimentation control measures are
undertaken for all development projects.

Ongoing. PW

2.4 Regularly review the Town’s development
regulations and building codes and update
them as necessary to incorporate the best
available standards for seismic safety and
other geologic hazards.

Town adopts and updates the
California Building codes every
three years.

CDD-Building

2.5 Continue to require applicants to submit a
geotechnical report prepared by a licensed
geotechnical engineer for proposed new
residences and major additions on sites
that have a potential geologic hazard. In
cases where a geologic hazard is
confirmed, the engineering
recommendations in the geotechnical
report shall be implemented to avoid or
mitigate the probable effects of the hazard.

The Town contracts with a local
Geotechnical engineering firm to
review all geotechnical reports
submitted with development
applications.

CDD-Planning

3.2 Continue to limit the amount of runoff in In each development project, the CDD-Planning/PW

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site development projects. planning staff enforces Maximum Development Area and engineering
staff requires detention and
infiltration systems for effective
ormwater management.

3.3 Continue to implement the Flood Plain
Management provisions of the Municipal
Code.

In each development project,
planning staff enforces Maximum
Development Area and engineering
staff requires detention and
infiltration systems for effective
stormwater management.

CDD-Planning/PW

4.2 Continue to refer plans for proposed site
development projects to the Santa Clara
County Fire Department for review and
comment.

All planning projects and building
permits are routed to the County
Fire Department for review.

CDD-Planning
CDD-Building

4.6 Require public roads, private roads, and
driveways to be constructed and
maintained according to Fire Department
standards in order to accommodate fire
trucks and other emergency vehicles.

All new projects are per Fire
department’s requirements.

CDD-Planning
CDD-Building

4.8 Encourage the use of fire-resistant
building materials and fire sprinklers
Town adopted Section R337 of the
California Residential Code which
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requires ignition resistant exterior
materials for all new structures.

5.1 Continue to support the Santa Clara
County Sheriff’s efforts to minimize crime
in Los Altos Hills.

Town has worked with the Sheriff to
increase staffing coverage and
conducted Town Hall workshops for
residents to share best practices to
reduce homeowners’ vulnerability to
crime.

City Manager

5.2 Encourage residents to participate in the
Neighborhood Watch Program and
coordinate with the Santa Clara County
Sheriff’s Department to implement it.

Town has a neighborhood watch
program. In 2024, the Town
activated multiple neighborhood
watch groups in partnerships with
residents. Outreach relating to the
these groups is ongoing.

City Manager

7.1 Inform residents of potential hazards from
earthquakes, landslides, flooding and fire,
and of reasonable precautions that can be
taken.

Town website contains information
on the potential hazards in town
including recordings of live webinars
on Public Safety Power Shutoffs and
Wildfire Safety.

Santa Clara County Fire teaches
Personal Emergency Preparedness
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classes.

7.3 Review the Emergency Operations Plan
and update it on a regular basis to ensure
that it provides for adequate response to
the full range of disasters identified in the
Safety Element.

EOP Base Plan was completely
rewritten in 2018 and is updated,
when appropriate. Operational
checklists and job aids are also
updated as appropriate.

City Manager

7.5 Work with other agencies through
programs such as the Silicon Valley
Regional Interoperability Project (SVRIP)
to improve communications and provide a
coordinated emergency response on a
regional level.

Town is part of SVRIP. Emergency
Managers participate in
communication discussions within
our County (Emergency Managers
Association, Ham radio groups,
County Office of Emergency
Management.). Town also
participates in the Bay Area Urban
Area Security Initiative (BAUASI)
PIO group. Also working with the
State when the topic of
communications comes up.

City Manager

7.6 In conjunction with the Los Altos Hills
County Fire District, provide an emergency
notification telephone system. Use the
Emergency Alerts are sent out
through Alert SCC - initiated by
sheriff or fire dept. Town uses the
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system to alert residents to emergencies
and to communicate information on
evacuation routes and other disasterrelated information.

Town website, Nixle, Facebook
and Nextdoor.com to communicate
information and updates. The new
tool ZoneHaven is used, where
people can log in to see if
their “zone” is being ordered to
evacuate and shows evacuation
routes.

Noise

1.2 Continue to restrict the hours of nonemergency grading and construction activities to specified days of the week and
times of day to minimize noise impacts on
neighboring residents and other sensitive
land uses.

Staff continues to inform contractors
of construction operation hours at
the time of building permit issuance.

CDD-Building

1.4 Continue to prohibit the location of
heating, ventilating and air conditioning
(HVAC) equipment, pool equipment,
pumps and similar equipment in setbacks.

Develop siting and noise attenuation
Municipal Code continues to prohibit
heating, ventilating and air
conditioning (HVAC) equipment,
pool equipment, pumps and similar
equipment in setbacks (section 5-
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standards for HVAC equipment, pool
equipment, pumps and similar equipment.

Standards should be more stringent for
these types of equipment that produce
continuous noise than for sources that
emit noise occasionally.

2.02(e))

2.1 Evaluate noise impacts on surrounding
land uses during the site development
review and permitting process.

Noise sources are regulated per
Municipal Code section 5-2.02
during permitting process
CDD-Planning

2.4 Require the mitigation of all significant
noise impacts as a condition of project
approval.

Various conditions of approval are
added to mitigate noise impacts.

CDD-Planning
Open Space

1.2 Continue to require the dedication of open
space easements as a condition of
approval for development of parcels in
designated Open Space Conservation
Areas in order to protect steep slopes,
canyons and ravines, generally in excess
of 30% slope, as well as areas with
Open Space Committee reviews
development projects and
recommends dedication of Open
Space Easements for steep slopes,
oaks, creeks, and other site features
requiring protection.

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Heritage oak trees, or other
environmentally sensitive areas such as
along creeks and riparian corridors.

1.3 Continue to require the dedication of
pathway easements and the construction
of pathways or payment of in-lieu fees
when development is proposed on parcels
that include portions of on-road or off-road
pathways designated on the Pathway
Master Plan.

Pathway Committee reviews
development projects and
recommends dedicate of Pathway
Easements in relation to the Master
Path Plan
CDD-Planning

2.1 Continue to require subdividers to
dedicate land for parks and recreation or,
in the alternative, pay fees through which
residential developments might facilitate
park land acquisition. The standard for
park and recreation dedications or in lieu
fees established under the Quimby Act is
a maximum of 5 acres per 1,000
population.

Engineering staff determine and
collect appropriate parks and
recreation fees for all subdivisions
per Town’s Municipal Code. In 2021,
Town collected $354,554.42 in
Parks & Recreation In-Lieu fee.

PW

2.2 Continue to require the dedication of
pathway easements as a condition of
approval of tentative maps and site
Pathway Committee reviews
development projects and
recommends dedication of Pathway
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development permits for new residences
and major additions, consistent with the
Pathway Element and the Master Pathway
Plan. Where deemed appropriate, the
actual construction of these pathways will
be required as per Town standards.

Easements in relation to the Master
Path Plan
Pathways

4.1 Continue to implement the Master Path
Plan by requiring the dedication of
easements, construction of pathways
and/or payment of pathway fees as a
condition of approval for subdivisions and
site development permits.

Pathway Committee reviews
development projects and
recommends dedication of Pathway
Easements in relation to the Master
Path Plan
CDD-Planning/PW

4.2 Continue to improve the Town’s
maintenance of constructed pathways.

The Town’s Public Works Staff
worked on the design of various
Pathways Capital Projects, including
off-road and roadside paths. The
Town works with the Pathways
Committee, who creates an annual
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work plan to prioritize pathways
projects. Additionally, the Town
performed annual pathway
maintenance of existing pathways in
Town. The following Capital
Improvement Projects progressed in
2025.
• Maintenance and creation of
new pathways in coordination
with new Site Development
Permits.
• Public Sewer network
assessment completed in late
2025 with updates procedures
for streamlining utility service
for multifamily and low income
housing units.

3. Additional Content
• Legislative action: The town has continued prioritizing the implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element which was adopted in 2023. 2025 saw action completed across 40 of the Element’s 60 programs including zoning code

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updates, new outreach campaigns, progress on the multifamily rezoning, and increased data collection and reporting on new permit types. The Land Use Element was updated in alignment with the Housing Element Implementation to support the creation of multifamily development on the Town’s opportunity sites. • Technology review: In alignment with City Council work plan priorities as well as Housing Element programs, the Community Development Department underwent significant upgrades to its permitting software and processes. The upgrades allowed for reduced and streamlined review timelines. Increased transparency on building and planning activity, as well as improved management of permits at all stages of the development process. • Fire Hazard Severity Zone implementation. The Town adopted maps based on the State Fire Marshall’s office recommendations. Town staff worked with a series of committees to update landscaping and defensible space requirements in the Town’s Site Development process.

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation
Program
Implementation
Details
Quantified Outcomes:

Category
Quantified Outcomes:

Count Supporting Documents
A-1: Availability of
Adequate Sites
Provide adequate sites to accommodate
the Town’s entire RHNA allocation.

Selection of consultant by end of Q1
2023. Creation and implementation of
multi-family housing overlay zone by Q1
2026, or as required by state law. Rezone
approximately 34 acres to allow densities
of 20-30 du/ac.

Complete rezoning by Q1,
2026, or as required by
state law Mid-cycle review
in Q1 2027. Any additional
zoning amendments by Q1
2028, or as required by
state law
6th Cycle Completed
The Town adopted on December 9, 2025 an ordinance rezoning sites identified in Program A-1 to create high density multi-fmaily infill overlay zones on the institutional prope Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-2: No Net Loss
Monitoring
No net loss of capacity below the RHNA
requirement during the planning period. By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Continuous A formal tracking system
was implemented to
monitor RHNA site
capacity, built units, and
affordability levels
consistent with SB 166 as
of Q1 2024. Annual
Progress Reports (APRs)
are current.

Other 0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report
A-3: Surplus Lands Annual recurring assessement of Townowned lands for development eligibility.

Annual review in
conjunction with the
review of Surplus Lands.

Develop list of nonprofits
to develop sites by Q1
2025.
6th Cycle Continuous
Annual review of Townowned properties has been
conducted. No surplus
properties
were identified for RHNA
purposes as of 2025. A
nonprofit developer
contact list was compiled.

Other 0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report and through an ad hoc commitee of the
City Council. Outreach to developers is done
biannually through participation in the Santa
Clara County Planning Collaborative developer
forum.

A-4: By-Right Approval
(20% Affordable)
Establish a by-right process for rezone sites
and sites that are in the overlay zone to meet
the lower-income RHNA shortfall.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle Completed
Included in rezoning under
A-1 and ordinance has
been adopted.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-5: Minimum Density Amended zoning code By Q1, 2027 6th Cycle Completed Included in rezoning under
A-1 and ordinance has
been adopted.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-6: Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance
With a determination of feasibility based on
inclusionary zoning study, the Inclusionary
Housing ordinance to be adopted by Q1
2026. Creation of 50-75 affordable units
through the inclusionary zoning process
3/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Feasibility analysis
completed. Draft inclusionary
framework (up to 15%
affordable) prepared for
Planning Commission review.

Units 75 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-7: ADU Tracking and
Monitoring
Development of 20 ADUs per year, for a total
of 160 during the planning period. 3/31/2028 6th Cycle Continuous ADU permit tracking system operational. Production has continued steadily; annual review conducted through APR process. Units 160 Refer to Table A2 for current ADU production
monitoring
A-8: Pre-Approved ADU
Plans
Develop four (4) pre-approved
plans for ADUs. Target development of 20
ADUs per
year, for a total of 160 during the planning
period.
3/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
Four pre-approved ADU plans
completed and made
available to the public.

Units 160
Link:
https://losaltoshills.aduaccelerator.org/gallery
A-9: Outreach to RHNA
Site Owners
Technical assistance including permit
processing, site design, and site placement,
and infrastructure planning.
9/30/2023 6th Cycle Completed Ongoing annually Meetings 0 Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report and through an ad hoc commitee of the
City Council.

A-10: Waive Pathway Fee
for ADUs
Development of 20 ADUs per year, for a total
of 160 during the planning period. By Q3, 2023 6th Cycle Completed Pathway fee waiver extended
through the 6th Cycle
planning period.

Units 160
Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/4196/files/attachment/12935
A-11: Large Sites
Coordination
coordination with property owners and
assistance in site planning, parceling and
other mechanisms to promote site sizes
between 1 and 10 acres and affordable
housing consistent with the assumptions
in the sites inventory.
1/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
Annual coordination with
owners of large
parcels initiated; no
subdivision proposals
received as of 2025.

Meetings 0
Ongoing ad hoc committee of the City Council
has been formed to consult with site owners for
future opportunity sites
A12: Duplex/Triplex
Conversion Program
Conversion of 50 single family homes to
duplexes or triplexes throughout the
planning period.
3/31/2027 6th Cycle In Progress
Conversion of 50 single
family homes to duplexes
or triplexes throughout the
planning period.

Units 100 Pending Completion Q1 2027
A-13 ADU & SB 9
Survey/Tracking
80% of ADUs are occupied. 3/31/2023 6th Cycle Completed Application survey process
implemented.

Occupancy monitoring ongoin
g with completion of each
new unit.

Other 0
Survey issued with building permit final, see
finaled ADU data in Table A2
A-14 Backup and
Replacement Sites
The Town will continue to identify and
maintain a list of potential backup and
replacement sites, including a web page
location where residents can volunteer
their properties for possible future rezone
for future affordable housing and
inclusion in the duplex/triplex conversion
program
9/30/2024 6th Cycle Completed
Public webpage allowing
property owners to volunteer
potential rezone sites became
operational in Q3 2024.

Other 0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/landlord-tenantresources B-1 Permit Streamlining
Establish and implement expedited
permit processing for affordable housing
projects, including projects that qualify
for density bonuses (in compliance with
SB 35 and SB 330). Advertise the
expedited permit process on the Town’s
website and circulate a notice with the
Building Industry Association and
Chamber of Commerce.
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Expedited processing
framework in place through
updated staff systems. Project
applications with qualifying
affordability thresholds will
recieve streamlined
processing.

Other 0 Link: https://trakit.losaltoshills.ca.gov/etrakit/ B-2 Zoning & General Plan
Densities
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to ensure
that the maximum density allowed the
General Plan is achievable (Housing
Accountability Act/AB 3194).
3/31/2024 6th Cycle Completed
As a part of Program A-1, the
rezoning ensures general plan
and zoning density
consistency. adopted
ensuring achievable General
Plan densities.

Other 0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556321
.pdf
B-3 Density Bonus Updates
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to update
density bonus regulations to meet
updated state requirements (AB 2345, SB
1763, SB 1227).
3/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Draft updates under review
of staff and will be presented
to the Planning Commission
and City Council in the next
few months.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
B-4 Objective Standards
adopt objective design standards and
Design Review Board handbooks to
ensure development standards, design
guidelines, and findings are objective,
promote certainty in the planning and
approval process. This includes revising
the definition of “family” to remove
subjective language could be
misinterpreted as a requirement that
would limit unrelated individuals from
forming a household
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Town
adoptedComprehensive objec
tive design standards and
Design Review handbook
along with Program A-1
rezoning. Municipal code
language has been updated
for greater inclusivity as
described in this program.

Other 0
Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/4281/files/attachment/13126
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583

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B-5 Climate Action Plan
Implementation
incentives for electrification and energy
efficient buildings, permit streamlining
for electrification, a subsidized home
electrification assessment, Electric
Vehicle Charging Station Permit
Streamlining, and Reach Codes.
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Electrification
incentives, permit streamlinin
g, and EV charging
streamlining implemented
consistent with the Town’s
Climate Action Plan, ongoing
annual work being done with
Town's environmental
committee in partnership
with Silicon Valley Clean
Energy to maintain
compliance.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/565/BuildingElectrification B-6 ADU Ordinance
Updates
The Town will send the ADU ordinance to
the State and is currently in compliance
with State law. The Town will make any
revisions to the ADU ordinance as
necessary per any further State review.
3/31/2024 6th Cycle Completed
ADU ordinance reviewed and
updated for state compliance;
currently consistent with
state law. Review is ongoing
on an annual basis.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2338528
.pdf
B-7 Public Fees and
Standards Online
Information will be available on
development standards, plans, fees, and
nexus studies on Town website.

Amendments to zoning and general plan
maps.

Website availability by Q3,
2023 if not already
available; remainder
efforts by Q1, 2026
6th Cycle Completed
Development standards,
zoning maps, and fee
information available online.

Map improvements
completed.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/6848/LAH-Building-DepartmentSample-Fee-Flow
B-8 Infrastructure (Sewer
Master Plan)
An updated plan to provide adequate
infrastructure capacity for sewer and
water to meet the Town’s RHNA for the
planning period.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Sewer Master Plan study
complete, and preparation of
report is underway in
coordination with regional
partners.

Other0 Report to be presented Q1 2026
B-9 Reasonable
Accommodations
Procedure
Adopted Reasonable Accommodations
procedure. By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle In Progress
"The Town has an established
reasonable accommodation
program that is currently in
use and consistent with
federal and state fair housing
requirements. The program
relies on applicable federal
standards and is administered
with staff expertise, including
Certified Access Specialist
review, to ensure that
individuals with disabilities
can request relief from zoning
and development standards
when necessary to afford
equal housing opportunity. "
Other0
Codification documents to be formalized in Q1
2026
B-10 SB 9 Ordinance
Amendments
Revised SB 9 ordinance By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Permanent SB 9 ordinance
adopted in compliance with
state law. Reviews conducted
with the Planning
Commission annually,
ordinance is updated as
needed.

Other0
Link:
https://laserfiche.losaltoshills.ca.gov/WebLink/
DocView.aspx?id=122934&dbid=0&repo=LOSAL
TOSHILLS&cr=1
B-11 Grading Ordinance
Amendment
Amend the Town’s current grading
ordinance Section 10-

2.404 to state that City Engineer “may”
restrict grading
permits instead of “shall” and to allow
grading permits to
be issued year-round, subject to
appropriate conditions of
approval for seasonal constraints.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Amendments adopted
allowing greater flexibility
and year-round grading
permits.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/44000286?highlight=gra
ding&searchId=13708978270551745#44000286
B-12 Permit Tracking
System
Online tracking system available to
applicants by Q2 2023. By Q2 2023 6th Cycle Completed
Online application, fee
payment, and permit tracking
system operational.

Other0 Link: https://trakit.losaltoshills.ca.gov/etrakit/ B-13 Fee Nexus Study
Conduct fee nexus study and make
appropriate revisions to assure that the
fees charged do not exceed the Town’s
costs of delivering services
By Q1, 2027 6th Cycle In Progress
Fee nexus study underway;
multifamily fee schedule
under evaluation.

Other0 Pending Q1 2026 Completion
B-14 Simplified LUF
Worksheet
Available simplified LUF worksheet on
Town website. By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Simplified worksheet posted online. Other
0 Link:
https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx
?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.losaltoshills.ca.gov
%2FDocumentCenter%2FView%2F5653%2FMFAMDA-Calculation-WorksheetXLS&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK B-15 Streamlined
Committee Review
Amend the Town’s Zoning Ordinance to
limit advisory committee meetings to one
meeting, and require comments be
provided to the decision making body
within thirty days of a complete
application.

By Q3, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Ordinance amendments
adopted limiting advisory
committee review timelines.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2338527
.pdf
B-16 Story Pole Policy
The Town will develop a process to
streamline the story pole requirement or
will allow a rendering to be provided in
lieu of Story Poles.

By Q3, 2025 6th Cycle Completed
Revised story pole policy
adopted allowing alternative
renderings.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/633/Story-Poles-Policy-PDF
C-1 At-Risk Housing
Monitoring
Implement strategies to preserve future
units identified as being at risk of
converting to market-rate housing.

Ongoing, annual
monitoring and noticing
6th Cycle Continuous Annual monitoring; no at-risk
conversions identified. Other
0 Internal process, discussion annually at
Planning Commission and City Council meeting.
2025 Discussion, item 7A:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/3842/files/agenda/7558
C-2 CDBG Participation
Participate through Santa Clara County in
the Federal Housing and Community
Development Block Grant Program to
provide housing rehabilitation loans for
low and moderate income housing
units/households.

Ongoing, annual CDBG
allocation
6th Cycle Continuous
Continued participation
through Santa Clara County
Planning Collaborative
Other0
Link:
https://www.planningcollaborative.com/projec
t-profiles/santa-clara-collaborative
C-3 Displacement
Prevention No net loss of affordable units. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous No net loss of affordable units
is being evaluated on an
annual basis through the APR
process.

Other0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report
C-4 Energy Efficiency
Outreach
Inform 20 homeowners annually of PG&E
energy efficiency programs. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous CALGreen implemented;
homeowner outreach
ongoing. The Community
Development department
regularly engages with the
Towns environmental
advisory committee and local
green energy advocates for
outreach initiatives.

Other0
Homeowners are informed of PG&E
opportunities for relevant projects during staff
counter hours. Link to schedule:
https://outlook.office365.com/book/Meetwith
CommunityDevelopmentDepartmentStaff@los
altoshills.ca.gov/?ismsaljsauthenabled
C-5 Water Conservation Publicize the County Water-Wise Audit and Lawn removal incentive program. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous Water-wise rebate programs
publicized. Water Supply
Analysis (WSA) has been
conducted for opportunity
sites.

Other0
Discussed during adoption of updated Water
Efficinecy Landscape Ordinance (WELO) in July,
2025, Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/3934/files/agenda/8044
D-1 Housing Choice
Vouchers
Provide information on HCVs to 50
households throughout the planning
period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous Housing Choice Voucher outreach ongoing. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/funding-foraffordable-housing D-2 Affordable Housing
and Services Funds.

Funding strategies for
affordable housing and
supportive services
Pursue funding sources for affordable
housing through LIHTC, CalCHA bonds,
CHFA, HOME Investment Partnership
Program, etc. for affordable housing
Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous
Affordable housing funding
opportunities pursued as
available.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/funding-foraffordable-housing D-3 Landlord - Tenant
Mediation
Increase inquiries to fair housing
specialist for information and referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing website by 20%
throughout the planning period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous
Landlord-tenant mediation
and fair housing services
promoted.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms

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E-1: Fair Housing
and Mobility
Education and
Counseling
Increase inquiries to fair
housing specialist for information and
referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing
website by 20 percent throughout the
planning
period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous Zoning amended Other 0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms E-2 Emergency Shelters
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to amend
the emergency shelters requirements to
ensure that shelters are not subject to
standards that do not apply to other uses
in the R-A zone or development
standards that are not objective or
inconsistent with state law and to
address spacing or proximity
requirements, bed limits, and parking
requirements in conformance with state
law.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Ordinance adopted Other 0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999651
E-3 Low Barrier Navigation
Centers
Pursuant to SB 48, amend the Zoning
Ordinance to establish provisions for lowbarrier navigation centers (LBNCs). Allow LBNCs that meet specific objective
requirements by-right in areas zoned for
mixed-uses and Public or Institutional
Uses.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Compliance amendments
adopted Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999652
E-4 Transitional &
Supportive Housing
Pursuant to AB 2162 and AB 2988,
supportive housing meeting certain
criteria must be permitted by-right where
residential uses are permitted.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999653
E-5 Residential Care
The Town will update its code to
expressly permit the development of
residential care facilities (6 or fewer
residents) in residential zones. Adopt
objective standards for residential care
homes with 7 or more individuals in
residential zones.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999654
E-6 Priority Water/Sewer
Pursuant to Government Code 65589.7,
work with public service providers to
establish written procedures for the
prioritization of water and sewer services
to housing developments serving lower
income households.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Written prioritization
procedures adopted Other
0 Internally adopted process to be applied as
soon as multifamily application is going through
the development process.

E-7 Senior Center Funding
Maintain or increase annual financial
support for Los Altos Senior Center or
Senior Activities and Development for
aging in place
Annually in the budgeting
process
6th Cycle Continuous
Funds shifted to Heritage
House community resource
improvements for senior and
committee activites
Other0
Reference LAH 25-26 Budget Book:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/7423/FY-2025-26-Adopted-Budget---
6262025?bidId=
E-8 Farmworker/Employee
Housing
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code
sections 17021.5, 17021.6, and 17021.8,
define and permit employee housing in
compliance with the Employee Housing
Act. Revise zoning to allow farmworker
housing in all agricultural zones
throughout the Town.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999654
E-9 SRO Standards
Continue to allow SROs on public and
institutional land uses. Implement a code
amendment to create objective standards
and further encourage the development
of SROs in the Town.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Objective standards adopted and code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999655
E-10 Incentives For
Senior
Development
Adopted set of incentives for senior
housing.

Initially by Q1, 2025;
Biennial outreach to
developers
6th Cycle Continuous
Code updated with Program A1 rezoning to provide
incentives to senior
developments; additional
incentives are being drafted
with new multi-family zoning
districts and ongoing.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556315
.pdf
E-11 Incentives for
Lower-Income
Housing
Development
Development of 62 ELI housing units. By Q3 2025 6th Cycle In Progress Town has been facilitating ELI
housing units through SB 9
and ADU programs as a part
of its single-family zoning;
with new multi-family zoning,
Town is in the process of
preparing additional
incentives and streamlining
procedures as well as
advancing an inclusionary
ordinance encourage
production.

Units 62
Updated SRO allowances for ELI units:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556315
.pdf
F-1 Place-Based
Community
Improvements
– Streetscape
and Right of
Way
Improvements
Develop programs and strategies to
create placebased improvements through
investments in the public right of way.

Between 2029 and 2031 6th Cycle Completed Scheduled for 2029–2031 Other 0 Updated Pathways process and fee collection
process implemented in November 2025 to
reduce burden on ADUs and accessory units
while still funding place-based improvements
F-2 Housing
Mobility
In coordination with programs A-1, A3,and A-6, allow multi-family residential opportunities in the Town.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Zoning coordination ongoing;
education efforts active Other
0 To be completed Q1 2026
F-3 Town
Affordable
Rental Unit
Registry
Affordable rental unit webpage and
registry. Advertise 10 units on the
affordable rental unit registry throughout
the planning period
As affordable units are
created
6th Cycle In Progress
Framework prepared; no
units registered as of 2025
due to limited new
multifamily construction.

Other0
Index to be developed as new affordably
designated sites come online.

F-4 Fair Housing
Outreach and
Enforcement
Increase inquiries to fair housing
specialist for information and referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing website by 20 percent
throughout the planning period. Provide
fair housing materials at Planning and
Development Services booth at Town
events at least once a year.

Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous Ongoing in coordination with D-3 and E-1. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms F-5 Transit
Improvements
Program
Provide housing projections and other
information so that Valley Transit
Authority continues to provide needed
transportation services to Los Altos Hills,
including at Foothill College and
employment centers outside of the Town
limits.

Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous
Ongoing coordination with
VTA and regional partners in
the Santa Clara County
Planning Collaborative.

Other0
Link:
https://www.planningcollaborative.com/projec
t-profiles/santa-clara-collaborative
F-6 Regional
Participation in
Housing
Mobility Efforts
Promote available regional resources to
10 households annually. Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous Continued promotion of
countywide mobility
programs.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-1 Housing
Information
Monitor and increase website traffic and
downloads to the Town’s housing website
by 20% throughout the planning period.

Establish webpage by Q1,
2024; other efforts
continuous and ongoing.
6th Cycle Continuous
Dedicated housing
webpage established; other
efforts ongoing
Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-2 ADU,
conversion
units, and SB 9
Education
Construction of 20 ADUs per year
throughout the planning period.

Construction of 32 SB 9 units throughout
the planning period. Conversion of 50
single family homes to duplexes or
triplexes throughout the planning period.

Develop marketing plan by
Q1, 2024; implement
marking program by Q1,
2025
6th Cycle Completed
Marketing plan completed;
pamphlets and website
resources available
Units 52
See Table A2 for ADU production specifics in
2025 and previous years from the planning
period. The Town is currently pacing ahead of
targeted ADU production goals.

G-3 Source of
Income
Protection /
Housing
Mobility
Conducted workshop within one year.

Outreach to 10 landlords and tenants per
year throughout the planning period.

Initially by Q1, 2024.

Afterward-continuous and
on-going
6th Cycle Continuous Initial workshop conducted;
ongoing outreach Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms

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G-4 Housing
Services and
Referrals
Website
Operational Town website for housing
services and referrals. Monitor and
increase website traffic and downloads to
the Town’s housing website by 20%
throughout the planning period.

Establish the website by
Q3, 2023; Annually update
the website to add/remove
resources, ensure accuracy
of information, and
increase accessibility.
6th Cycle Completed Operational since Q3 2023;
updated annually. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-5 Tenant
Matching and
Outreach
Construction of 32 SB 9 units throughout
the planning period. Construction of 20
ADUs per year throughout the planning
period. Achieve 50 percent of occupants
from outside Los Altos Hills, including
those who work but do not live in the
City.

By Q1, 2025; ADU survey
by Q1 2028
6th Cycle Completed
Affirmative marketing
materials distributed with
ADU/SB 9 permits; tenant
survey scheduled for 2028.

Units 52
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms See Table A2 for ADU production specifics in 2025 and previous years from the
planning period.

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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS April 16, 2026
Staff Report to the City Council
SUBJECT: REVIEW AND ACCEPT THE 2025 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL

PROGRESS REPORT
FROM: Jay Bradford, Community Development Director
APPROVED: Cody Einfalt, Acting City Manager

RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council review and accept the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (see Attachment 1).

BACKGROUND
Government Code Section 65400 mandates that all cities and counties submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status of the Housing Element and progress on the implementation to their legislative bodies (City Council), the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year. The Town submitted the APR to LCI and HCD by this deadline.

The APR provides local legislative bodies and the public with information regarding the implementation of the Housing Element for their jurisdiction. APRs also inform the public of the progress in meeting the community’s housing goals. This year’s APR evaluates the activity of the building and planning departments with regards to new housing approvals and permitting as well as the status of the implementation of Housing Element programs for the period between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025.

DISCUSSION
The intent of the Housing Element Annual Report is to demonstrate the Town’s compliance with the requirements of Government Code Section 65400 which mandates that the Town prepare an annual report on the entitlement, permitting and project activity from the Community Development Department and status of the Housing Element and progress in its implementation.

The report is comprised of 14 different reporting categories covering all aspects of community development activity with a particular focus on new housing entitlement, construction, and occupancy. The report also requires program-by-program updates with supporting documentation (which is a new require for reporting this year) on all aspects of the 6th Cycle Housing Element as well as inventory and updates on the opportunity sites identified in the Housing Element.

ITEM 5L

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The report revealed a slight change in trends when compared to the 2024 Annual Progress Report with new entitlement and permitting of main residences decreasing from 15 down to 8 units in the calendar year, however new applications for primary residences received in 2025 rebounded with 23 complete applications received. A growth category was ADU and SB 9 units with 55 units either having permits issued or the project finalized. Additionally, Staff saw a marked increase in pre-application meetings for ADUs with over 70 meetings being held in 2025 vs. 35 in 2024 indicating an increase in upcoming submittals in 2026.

On the Housing Element program implementation side of the report, the Town remains in compliance with regulatory deadlines being met during the 2025 reporting year. The major milestones were creating the Town’s first multifamily residential zoning standards as well as updating the Land Use element of the general plan to align with the new wider range of zoning allowances in Town (program A-1). The City Council also approved a wide range of programs which permitted new land uses in Town including residential care facilities and single room occupancy units to facilitate extremely low-income affordability levels (programs E-1 to E-7). The Planning Commission worked with Staff on updates to the Town’s ADU and SB 9 ordinances late in the year (Program B-6)

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
No environmental analysis or determination is required by the Council as the annual report is not considered a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) due to it having no potential to cause a significant effect on the environment. Further, the Annual Progress Report is exempt from the requirements of the CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15306 (Information Collection) as it was limited to basic data collection strictly for information gathering purposes, which does not result in any disturbance to an environmental resource. 2025-2026 CITY COUNCIL WORK PLAN
The Annual Progress Report is an annual and reoccurring effort to share progress on our Housing Element. Although not specifically identified in the 2025-2026 Work Plan, this falls into the category of day-to-day operations and aligns with the value/priority area “Maintain Quality of Life and Community Character” of the City Council Strategic Priorities Implementation Plan, and this APR aligns with the key outcome of complying with the State Law. Due to the significance of the work involved, this item, along with the General Plan Annual Progress Report, has been added to the 2026–2027 Work Plan.

FISCAL IMPACT
The administration, implementation and annual reporting on the Housing Element is not a recoverable cost and is covered by the General Fund support of the Planning Department. The APR was completed in-house under existing budget expenditures for Planning staff.

ATTACHMENTS

1. 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report Tables A, A2, D.

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Jurisdiction Los Altos Hills ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining Historic Sites
2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Acutely LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Acutely LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low-Income
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total

PROPOSED
Units by
Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by
project
Total

DISAPPROVE
D Units by
Project
Please select
state
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted
pursuant to.

Is this project
located on a
site with an
associated
historical
designation as
outlined in
Government
Code Section
65400(a)(2)(N)
and reported on
Table L?
Did the
housing
development
application
seek
incentives or
concessions
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915?
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 0 23 0 0 18214034 26790 Taaffe Road SD25-0044 2 to 4 O 9/2/2025 3 3 NONE No No 17505017 14520 De Bell Road SD25-0062 SFA O 10/6/2025 2 2 NONE No No 17549013 25625 Elena Road SD25-0001 SFD O 12/18/2025 2 2 NONE No No 18231059 28155 Cristopher Lane SD25-0002 SFD O 10/30/2025 1 1 NONE No No 17503014 14844 Manuella Road SD25-0003 SFD O 12/30/2025 1 1 NONE No No 18241053 28254 Radcliffe Lane SD25-0035 ADU O 5/7/2025 1 1 NONE No No 18204058 27285 Elena Road SD25-0006 SFD O 1/24/2025 1 1 NONE No No 33618013 24140 Dawnridge Drive SD25-0008 SFD O 2/7/2025 2 2 NONE No No 18206058 26500 Purissima Road SD25-0013 SFD O 3/24/2025 1 1 NONE No No 33628006 12231 Stonebrook Drive SD25-0017 SFD O 6/2/2025 2 2 NONE No No 18248052 27299 Byrne Park Lane SD25-0022 ADU O 4/17/2025 1 1 NONE No No 18206009 26540 Purissima Road SD25-0026 SFD O 4/17/2025 2 2 NONE No No 17526031 13470 Robleda Road SD25-0028
2 to 4 O
5/22/2025
3 3 SB 9 (2021) -
Duplex in SF
Zone
No No
33642028 11778 Maria Lane SD25-0031 ADU O 8/5/2025 1 1 NONE No No 0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Density Bonus Law
Applications
11 Housing Development Applications Submitted
Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes
ITEM 5L ATTACHMENT 1

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Jurisdiction Los Altos Hills ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Reporting Year 2025 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning
Period 6th Cycle 01/31/2023 - 01/31/2031
Table A2
2 3 5 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Acutely LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Acutely LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved
# of Units
issued
Entitlements
Acutely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Acutely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 10 8 11 0 0 0 0 17549013 25625 ELENA ROAD SD25-0001 SFD O 1 12/16/2025 2 18204058 27285 ELENA ROAD SD25-0006 SFD O 1 10/21/2025 2 18206009 26540 PURISSIMA ROAD SD25-0026 SFD O 2 10/7/2025 4 18218045 28550 MATADERO CREEK LANE SD24-0006 SFD O 1 1/15/2025 2 18220027 26929 ALMADEN COURT SD24-0012 ADU O 1 3/25/2025 2 33618013 24140 DAWNRIDGE DRIVE SD25-0008 SFD O 2 7/22/2025 4 17523047 13871 ROBLEDA ROAD BLD24-0504 ADU O 0
17524009 26080 QUAIL LANE BLD24-0214 ADU O 0
18231059 28155 CHRISTOPHERS LANE BLD24-0343 ADU O 0
33629009 25020 ONEONTA DRIVE BLD24-0281 ADU O 0
17548059 26101 DUVAL WAY BLD24-0535 ADU O 0
33626023 12187 KATE DRIVE BLD24-0175 ADU O 0
18212010 27030 ELENA ROAD BLD25-0039 ADU O 0
17548021 12422 ROBLEDA ROAD BLD24-0146 ADU O 0
17555009 12723 CANARIO WAY BLD24-0263 ADU O 0
17523075 13902 CAMPO VISTA LANE BLD24-0593 ADU O 0
18220027 26929 ALMADEN COURT BLD25-0162 ADU O 0
18203020 27890 ELENA ROAD BLD25-0149 ADU O 1 4/1/2025 1 17553008 26790 SAINT FRANCIS DRIVE BLD25-0050 ADU O 0
33115051 10691 MORA DRIVE BLD25-0204 ADU O 0
17544067 12788 LA CRESTA DRIVE BLD25-0144 ADU O 0
17548084 25911 ELENA ROAD BLD25-0083 ADU O 0
33638034 12200 WINTON WAY BLD25-0008 ADU O 0
18212028 12100 FOOTHILL LANE BLD25-0325 ADU O 0
17533037 26513 WESTON DRIVE BLD24-0508 ADU O 0
18226018 12255 MENALTO DRIVE BLD25-0196 ADU O 0
17544054 13164 LA CRESTA DRIVE BLD25-0132 ADU O 0
18219033 12977 CORTEZ LANE BLD25-0146 ADU O 0
33628067 12251 STONEBROOK DRIVE BLD25-0213 ADU O 0
33628067 12251 STONEBROOK DRIVE BLD25-0214 ADU O 0
17540006 12791 NORMANDY LANE BLD25-0508 ADU O 0
18207018 27790 STIRRUP WAY BLD25-0209 ADU O 0
18207018 27790 STIRRUP WAY BLD25-0210 ADU O 0
33626023 12187 KATE DRIVE BLD24-0159 SFD O 0
17523047 13871 ROBLEDA ROAD BLD24-0503 SFD O 0
17537036 12871 ATHERTON COURT BLD24-0544 SFD O 1 4/1/2025 1 17553008 26790 SAINT FRANCIS DRIVE BLD25-0049 SFD O 1 6/3/2025 1 18218045 28550 MATADERO CREEK LANE BLD25-0081 SFD O 0
17544067 12788 LA CRESTA DRIVE BLD25-0143 SFD O 0
18212028 12100 FOOTHILL LANE BLD25-0324 SFD O 0
18242027 27911 VIA VENTANA BLD20-0289 ADU O 0
18205019 12823 LA BARRANCA ROAD BLD22-0118 ADU O 0
33639024 23725 CAMINO HERMOSO BLD22-0435 ADU O 0
17533020 26880 ORTEGA DRIVE BLD23-0444 ADU O 0
17510017 14160 MIRANDA ROAD BLD23-0154 ADU O 0
18216027 25380 BECKY LANE BLD23-0370 ADU O 0
17510002 14096 SEVEN ACRES LANE BLD21-0252 ADU O 0
18250021 27955 ROBLE BLANCO BLD23-0417 ADU O 0
33101027 11545 CRESTRIDGE DRIVE BLD21-0447 ADU O 0
17527056 13300 BURKE ROAD BLD24-0063 ADU O 0
17532034 26759A SHADY OAKS COURT BLD25-0115 ADU O 0
18223015 27310 JULIETTA LANE BLD22-0133 ADU O 0
17527033 13254 EAST SUNSET DRIVE BLD22-0135 ADU O 0
35137009 11841 FRANCEMONT DRIVE BLD21-0344 ADU O 0
17554034 12795 VISCAINO ROAD BLD23-0103 ADU O 0
33116097 10660 ELOISE CIRCLE BLD23-0559 ADU O 0
18241060 14215 AMHERST COURT BLD23-0333 ADU O 0
33625045 12131 OAK PARK COURT BLD21-0294 ADU O 0
17537027 13010 EAST SUNSET DRIVE BLD21-0666 ADU O 0
17545043 26616 WESTWIND WAY BLD22-0225 ADU O 0
33626012 12000 KATE DRIVE BLD24-0362 ADU O 0
33629018 24985 ONEONTA DRIVE BLD23-0121 ADU O 0
18209016 13490 PAGE MILL ROAD BLD24-0490 ADU O 0
17540006 12791 NORMANDY LANE BLD25-0508 ADU O 0
33640070 25615 FERNHILL DRIVE BLD21-0577 ADU O 0
17534062 26321 ALEXANDER PLACE BLD22-0612 ADU O 0
33640083 11170 MAGDALENA ROAD BLD24-0174 SFD O 0
18242027 27911 VIA VENTANA BLD19-0457 SFD O 0
17510002 14096 SEVEN ACRES LANE BLD21-0251 SFD O 0
33634009 28008 Laura Court 20479 SFD O 0
33625045 12131 OAK PARK COURT BLD21-0293 SFD O 0
17544069 26875 NINA PLACE BLD22-0304 SFD O 0
17538032 25251 LA RENA LANE BLD20-0223 SFD O 0
17537027 13010 EAST SUNSET DRIVE BLD21-0665 SFD O 0
17543054 12815 DEER CREEK LANE BLD22-0319 SFD O 0
17545043 26616 WESTWIND WAY BLD21-0396 SFD O 0
17534062 26321 ALEXANDER PLACE BLD22-0574 SFD O 0
Project Identifier
Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units 1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes 4 7

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Streamlining Historic Sites Infill
8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building
Permits Date
Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Acutely LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
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Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Extremely
LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or other
forms of readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates of
Occupancy or
other forms of
readiness
Please select the
state
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to.
(may select
multiple)
Is this project
located on a site
with an
associated
historical
designation as
outlined in
Government
Code Section
65400(a)(2)(N)
and reported on
Table L?
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance
Programs for Each
Development
(may select multiple
- see instructions)
0 10 0 7 0 9 11 37 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 8 0 7 14 37
0 0 NONE No N
0 0 NONE No N
0 0 NONE No N
0 0 NONE No N
0 0 NONE No Y
0 0 NONE No Y
1 1/22/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 2/20/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 3/17/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 4/15/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 4/22/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 4/25/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 5/5/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 5/7/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 5/8/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 6/30/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 7/15/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 7/17/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 7/21/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 8/5/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 8/7/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 8/28/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 9/15/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 9/18/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 9/23/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 10/20/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 10/27/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 12/1/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 12/1/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 12/1/2025 1 0
SB 9 (2021) - Duplex
in SF Zone No Y
1 12/2/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 12/18/2025 1 0 NONE No Y
1 12/18/2025 1 0
SB 9 (2021) - Duplex
in SF Zone No Y
1 4/25/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 1/22/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 1/28/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 7/21/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 6/18/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 8/7/2025 1 0 NONE No N
1 9/18/2025 1 0 NONE No N
0 1 1/16/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 1/22/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 1/22/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 2/11/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 2/18/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 2/24/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 3/3/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 3/6/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 3/10/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 3/17/2025 1 NONE No Y
1 3/25/2025 1 1 5/1/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 5/8/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 5/12/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 6/25/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 7/17/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 7/22/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 7/28/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 7/29/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 8/25/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 8/28/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 9/18/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 10/27/2025 1 NONE No Y
1 1/22/2025 1 1
11/10/2025 1
SB 9 (2021) - Duplex
in SF Zone No Y
1 12/2/2025 1 1 12/10/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 12/11/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 12/11/2025 1 NONE No Y
0 1 12/23/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 1/14/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 3/3/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 4/1/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/4/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/11/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/12/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/25/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/25/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 8/27/2025 1 NONE No N
0 1 12/15/2025 1 NONE No N
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 7 10

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Housing without
Financial Assistance or
Deed Restrictions
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
Notes
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable
without financial
assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how
the locality determined the
units were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability
or Deed Restriction
(years) (if affordable in
perpetuity enter 1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destroy
ed Units
Demolished
or Destroyed
Units
Demolished/
Destroyed
Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus
Applied to the Project
(Percentage Increase in
Total Allowable Units or
Total Maximum Allowable
Residential Gross Floor
Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions,
Waivers, or Other
Modifications Given
to the Project
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Reductions)
List the
incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding
Parking Waivers
or Parking
Modifications)
Did the project
receive a reduction or
waiver of parking
standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
22 1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
Other ABAG Guidelines 0 No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
1 Demolished O No
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Demolished/Destroyed Units Density Bonus

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Name of Program Objective
Projected Completion
Date in Housing
Element
Applicable Cycle Status of Program
Implementation
Program
Implementation
Details
Quantified Outcomes:

Category
Quantified Outcomes:

Count Supporting Documents
A-1: Availability of
Adequate Sites
Provide adequate sites to accommodate
the Town’s entire RHNA allocation.

Selection of consultant by end of Q1
2023. Creation and implementation of
multi-family housing overlay zone by Q1
2026, or as required by state law. Rezone
approximately 34 acres to allow densities
of 20-30 du/ac.

Complete rezoning by Q1,
2026, or as required by
state law Mid-cycle review
in Q1 2027. Any additional
zoning amendments by Q1
2028, or as required by
state law
6th Cycle Completed
The Town adopted on December 9, 2025 an ordinance rezoning sites identified in Program A-1 to create high density multi-fmaily infill overlay zones on the institutional prope Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-2: No Net Loss
Monitoring
No net loss of capacity below the RHNA
requirement during the planning period. By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Continuous A formal tracking system
was implemented to
monitor RHNA site
capacity, built units, and
affordability levels
consistent with SB 166 as
of Q1 2024. Annual
Progress Reports (APRs)
are current.

Other 0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report
A-3: Surplus Lands Annual recurring assessement of Townowned lands for development eligibility.

Annual review in
conjunction with the
review of Surplus Lands.

Develop list of nonprofits
to develop sites by Q1
2025.
6th Cycle Continuous
Annual review of Townowned properties has been
conducted. No surplus
properties
were identified for RHNA
purposes as of 2025. A
nonprofit developer
contact list was compiled.

Other 0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report and through an ad hoc commitee of the
City Council. Outreach to developers is done
biannually through participation in the Santa
Clara County Planning Collaborative developer
forum.

A-4: By-Right Approval
(20% Affordable)
Establish a by-right process for rezone sites
and sites that are in the overlay zone to meet
the lower-income RHNA shortfall.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle Completed
Included in rezoning under
A-1 and ordinance has
been adopted.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-5: Minimum Density Amended zoning code By Q1, 2027 6th Cycle Completed Included in rezoning under
A-1 and ordinance has
been adopted.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-6: Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance
With a determination of feasibility based on
inclusionary zoning study, the Inclusionary
Housing ordinance to be adopted by Q1
2026. Creation of 50-75 affordable units
through the inclusionary zoning process
3/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Feasibility analysis
completed. Draft inclusionary
framework (up to 15%
affordable) prepared for
Planning Commission review.

Units 75 Pending completion in Q1 2026
A-7: ADU Tracking and
Monitoring
Development of 20 ADUs per year, for a total
of 160 during the planning period. 3/31/2028 6th Cycle Continuous ADU permit tracking system operational. Production has continued steadily; annual review conducted through APR process. Units 160 Refer to Table A2 for current ADU production
monitoring
A-8: Pre-Approved ADU
Plans
Develop four (4) pre-approved
plans for ADUs. Target development of 20
ADUs per
year, for a total of 160 during the planning
period.
3/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
Four pre-approved ADU plans
completed and made
available to the public.

Units 160
Link:
https://losaltoshills.aduaccelerator.org/gallery
A-9: Outreach to RHNA
Site Owners
Technical assistance including permit
processing, site design, and site placement,
and infrastructure planning.
9/30/2023 6th Cycle Completed Ongoing annually Meetings 0 Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report and through an ad hoc commitee of the
City Council.

A-10: Waive Pathway Fee
for ADUs
Development of 20 ADUs per year, for a total
of 160 during the planning period. By Q3, 2023 6th Cycle Completed Pathway fee waiver extended
through the 6th Cycle
planning period.

Units 160
Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/4196/files/attachment/12935
A-11: Large Sites
Coordination
coordination with property owners and
assistance in site planning, parceling and
other mechanisms to promote site sizes
between 1 and 10 acres and affordable
housing consistent with the assumptions
in the sites inventory.
1/31/2025 6th Cycle Completed
Annual coordination with
owners of large
parcels initiated; no
subdivision proposals
received as of 2025.

Meetings 0
Ongoing ad hoc committee of the City Council
has been formed to consult with site owners for
future opportunity sites
A12: Duplex/Triplex
Conversion Program
Conversion of 50 single family homes to
duplexes or triplexes throughout the
planning period.
3/31/2027 6th Cycle In Progress
Conversion of 50 single
family homes to duplexes
or triplexes throughout the
planning period.

Units 100 Pending Completion Q1 2027
A-13 ADU & SB 9
Survey/Tracking
80% of ADUs are occupied. 3/31/2023 6th Cycle Completed Application survey process
implemented.

Occupancy monitoring ongoin
g with completion of each
new unit.

Other 0
Survey issued with building permit final, see
finaled ADU data in Table A2
A-14 Backup and
Replacement Sites
The Town will continue to identify and
maintain a list of potential backup and
replacement sites, including a web page
location where residents can volunteer
their properties for possible future rezone
for future affordable housing and
inclusion in the duplex/triplex conversion
program
9/30/2024 6th Cycle Completed
Public webpage allowing
property owners to volunteer
potential rezone sites became
operational in Q3 2024.

Other 0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/landlord-tenantresources B-1 Permit Streamlining
Establish and implement expedited
permit processing for affordable housing
projects, including projects that qualify
for density bonuses (in compliance with
SB 35 and SB 330). Advertise the
expedited permit process on the Town’s
website and circulate a notice with the
Building Industry Association and
Chamber of Commerce.
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Expedited processing
framework in place through
updated staff systems. Project
applications with qualifying
affordability thresholds will
recieve streamlined
processing.

Other 0 Link: https://trakit.losaltoshills.ca.gov/etrakit/ B-2 Zoning & General Plan
Densities
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to ensure
that the maximum density allowed the
General Plan is achievable (Housing
Accountability Act/AB 3194).
3/31/2024 6th Cycle Completed
As a part of Program A-1, the
rezoning ensures general plan
and zoning density
consistency. adopted
ensuring achievable General
Plan densities.

Other 0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556321
.pdf
B-3 Density Bonus Updates
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to update
density bonus regulations to meet
updated state requirements (AB 2345, SB
1763, SB 1227).
3/31/2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Draft updates under review
of staff and will be presented
to the Planning Commission
and City Council in the next
few months.

Other 0 Pending completion in Q1 2026
B-4 Objective Standards
adopt objective design standards and
Design Review Board handbooks to
ensure development standards, design
guidelines, and findings are objective,
promote certainty in the planning and
approval process. This includes revising
the definition of “family” to remove
subjective language could be
misinterpreted as a requirement that
would limit unrelated individuals from
forming a household
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Town
adoptedComprehensive objec
tive design standards and
Design Review handbook
along with Program A-1
rezoning. Municipal code
language has been updated
for greater inclusivity as
described in this program.

Other 0
Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/4281/files/attachment/13126
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583

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B-5 Climate Action Plan
Implementation
incentives for electrification and energy
efficient buildings, permit streamlining
for electrification, a subsidized home
electrification assessment, Electric
Vehicle Charging Station Permit
Streamlining, and Reach Codes.
3/31/2026 6th Cycle Completed
Electrification
incentives, permit streamlinin
g, and EV charging
streamlining implemented
consistent with the Town’s
Climate Action Plan, ongoing
annual work being done with
Town's environmental
committee in partnership
with Silicon Valley Clean
Energy to maintain
compliance.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/565/BuildingElectrification B-6 ADU Ordinance
Updates
The Town will send the ADU ordinance to
the State and is currently in compliance
with State law. The Town will make any
revisions to the ADU ordinance as
necessary per any further State review.
3/31/2024 6th Cycle Completed
ADU ordinance reviewed and
updated for state compliance;
currently consistent with
state law. Review is ongoing
on an annual basis.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2338528
.pdf
B-7 Public Fees and
Standards Online
Information will be available on
development standards, plans, fees, and
nexus studies on Town website.

Amendments to zoning and general plan
maps.

Website availability by Q3,
2023 if not already
available; remainder
efforts by Q1, 2026
6th Cycle Completed
Development standards,
zoning maps, and fee
information available online.

Map improvements
completed.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/6848/LAH-Building-DepartmentSample-Fee-Flow
B-8 Infrastructure (Sewer
Master Plan)
An updated plan to provide adequate
infrastructure capacity for sewer and
water to meet the Town’s RHNA for the
planning period.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Sewer Master Plan study
complete, and preparation of
report is underway in
coordination with regional
partners.

Other0 Report to be presented Q1 2026
B-9 Reasonable
Accommodations
Procedure
Adopted Reasonable Accommodations
procedure. By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle In Progress
"The Town has an established
reasonable accommodation
program that is currently in
use and consistent with
federal and state fair housing
requirements. The program
relies on applicable federal
standards and is administered
with staff expertise, including
Certified Access Specialist
review, to ensure that
individuals with disabilities
can request relief from zoning
and development standards
when necessary to afford
equal housing opportunity. "
Other0
Codification documents to be formalized in Q1
2026
B-10 SB 9 Ordinance
Amendments
Revised SB 9 ordinance By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Permanent SB 9 ordinance
adopted in compliance with
state law. Reviews conducted
with the Planning
Commission annually,
ordinance is updated as
needed.

Other0
Link:
https://laserfiche.losaltoshills.ca.gov/WebLink/
DocView.aspx?id=122934&dbid=0&repo=LOSAL
TOSHILLS&cr=1
B-11 Grading Ordinance
Amendment
Amend the Town’s current grading
ordinance Section 10-

2.404 to state that City Engineer “may”
restrict grading
permits instead of “shall” and to allow
grading permits to
be issued year-round, subject to
appropriate conditions of
approval for seasonal constraints.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Amendments adopted
allowing greater flexibility
and year-round grading
permits.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/44000286?highlight=gra
ding&searchId=13708978270551745#44000286
B-12 Permit Tracking
System
Online tracking system available to
applicants by Q2 2023. By Q2 2023 6th Cycle Completed
Online application, fee
payment, and permit tracking
system operational.

Other0 Link: https://trakit.losaltoshills.ca.gov/etrakit/ B-13 Fee Nexus Study
Conduct fee nexus study and make
appropriate revisions to assure that the
fees charged do not exceed the Town’s
costs of delivering services
By Q1, 2027 6th Cycle In Progress
Fee nexus study underway;
multifamily fee schedule
under evaluation.

Other0 Pending Q1 2026 Completion
B-14 Simplified LUF
Worksheet
Available simplified LUF worksheet on
Town website. By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Simplified worksheet posted online. Other
0 Link:
https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx
?src=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.losaltoshills.ca.gov
%2FDocumentCenter%2FView%2F5653%2FMFAMDA-Calculation-WorksheetXLS&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK B-15 Streamlined
Committee Review
Amend the Town’s Zoning Ordinance to
limit advisory committee meetings to one
meeting, and require comments be
provided to the decision making body
within thirty days of a complete
application.

By Q3, 2024 6th Cycle Completed
Ordinance amendments
adopted limiting advisory
committee review timelines.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2338527
.pdf
B-16 Story Pole Policy
The Town will develop a process to
streamline the story pole requirement or
will allow a rendering to be provided in
lieu of Story Poles.

By Q3, 2025 6th Cycle Completed
Revised story pole policy
adopted allowing alternative
renderings.

Other0
Link:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/633/Story-Poles-Policy-PDF
C-1 At-Risk Housing
Monitoring
Implement strategies to preserve future
units identified as being at risk of
converting to market-rate housing.

Ongoing, annual
monitoring and noticing
6th Cycle Continuous Annual monitoring; no at-risk
conversions identified. Other
0 Internal process, discussion annually at
Planning Commission and City Council meeting.
2025 Discussion, item 7A:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/3842/files/agenda/7558
C-2 CDBG Participation
Participate through Santa Clara County in
the Federal Housing and Community
Development Block Grant Program to
provide housing rehabilitation loans for
low and moderate income housing
units/households.

Ongoing, annual CDBG
allocation
6th Cycle Continuous
Continued participation
through Santa Clara County
Planning Collaborative
Other0
Link:
https://www.planningcollaborative.com/projec
t-profiles/santa-clara-collaborative
C-3 Displacement
Prevention No net loss of affordable units. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous No net loss of affordable units
is being evaluated on an
annual basis through the APR
process.

Other0
Completed during filing of Annual Progress
report
C-4 Energy Efficiency
Outreach
Inform 20 homeowners annually of PG&E
energy efficiency programs. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous CALGreen implemented;
homeowner outreach
ongoing. The Community
Development department
regularly engages with the
Towns environmental
advisory committee and local
green energy advocates for
outreach initiatives.

Other0
Homeowners are informed of PG&E
opportunities for relevant projects during staff
counter hours. Link to schedule:
https://outlook.office365.com/book/Meetwith
CommunityDevelopmentDepartmentStaff@los
altoshills.ca.gov/?ismsaljsauthenabled
C-5 Water Conservation Publicize the County Water-Wise Audit and Lawn removal incentive program. Ongoing, as needed 6th Cycle Continuous Water-wise rebate programs
publicized. Water Supply
Analysis (WSA) has been
conducted for opportunity
sites.

Other0
Discussed during adoption of updated Water
Efficinecy Landscape Ordinance (WELO) in July,
2025, Link:
https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/eve
nt/3934/files/agenda/8044
D-1 Housing Choice
Vouchers
Provide information on HCVs to 50
households throughout the planning
period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous Housing Choice Voucher outreach ongoing. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/funding-foraffordable-housing D-2 Affordable Housing
and Services Funds.

Funding strategies for
affordable housing and
supportive services
Pursue funding sources for affordable
housing through LIHTC, CalCHA bonds,
CHFA, HOME Investment Partnership
Program, etc. for affordable housing
Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous
Affordable housing funding
opportunities pursued as
available.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/projects/funding-foraffordable-housing D-3 Landlord - Tenant
Mediation
Increase inquiries to fair housing
specialist for information and referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing website by 20%
throughout the planning period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous
Landlord-tenant mediation
and fair housing services
promoted.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms

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E-1: Fair Housing
and Mobility
Education and
Counseling
Increase inquiries to fair
housing specialist for information and
referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing
website by 20 percent throughout the
planning
period.

Continuous and ongoing 6th Cycle Continuous Zoning amended Other 0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms E-2 Emergency Shelters
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to amend
the emergency shelters requirements to
ensure that shelters are not subject to
standards that do not apply to other uses
in the R-A zone or development
standards that are not objective or
inconsistent with state law and to
address spacing or proximity
requirements, bed limits, and parking
requirements in conformance with state
law.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Ordinance adopted Other 0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999651
E-3 Low Barrier Navigation
Centers
Pursuant to SB 48, amend the Zoning
Ordinance to establish provisions for lowbarrier navigation centers (LBNCs). Allow LBNCs that meet specific objective
requirements by-right in areas zoned for
mixed-uses and Public or Institutional
Uses.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Compliance amendments
adopted Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999652
E-4 Transitional &
Supportive Housing
Pursuant to AB 2162 and AB 2988,
supportive housing meeting certain
criteria must be permitted by-right where
residential uses are permitted.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999653
E-5 Residential Care
The Town will update its code to
expressly permit the development of
residential care facilities (6 or fewer
residents) in residential zones. Adopt
objective standards for residential care
homes with 7 or more individuals in
residential zones.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999654
E-6 Priority Water/Sewer
Pursuant to Government Code 65589.7,
work with public service providers to
establish written procedures for the
prioritization of water and sewer services
to housing developments serving lower
income households.

By Q1, 2024 6th Cycle Completed Written prioritization
procedures adopted Other
0 Internally adopted process to be applied as
soon as multifamily application is going through
the development process.

E-7 Senior Center Funding
Maintain or increase annual financial
support for Los Altos Senior Center or
Senior Activities and Development for
aging in place
Annually in the budgeting
process
6th Cycle Continuous
Funds shifted to Heritage
House community resource
improvements for senior and
committee activites
Other0
Reference LAH 25-26 Budget Book:
https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCen
ter/View/7423/FY-2025-26-Adopted-Budget---
6262025?bidId=
E-8 Farmworker/Employee
Housing
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code
sections 17021.5, 17021.6, and 17021.8,
define and permit employee housing in
compliance with the Employee Housing
Act. Revise zoning to allow farmworker
housing in all agricultural zones
throughout the Town.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999654
E-9 SRO Standards
Continue to allow SROs on public and
institutional land uses. Implement a code
amendment to create objective standards
and further encourage the development
of SROs in the Town.

By Q1, 2025 6th Cycle Completed Objective standards adopted and code updated Other
0 Link:
https://ecode360.com/43999647#43999655
E-10 Incentives For
Senior
Development
Adopted set of incentives for senior
housing.

Initially by Q1, 2025;
Biennial outreach to
developers
6th Cycle Continuous
Code updated with Program A1 rezoning to provide
incentives to senior
developments; additional
incentives are being drafted
with new multi-family zoning
districts and ongoing.

Other0
Link:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556315
.pdf
E-11 Incentives for
Lower-Income
Housing
Development
Development of 62 ELI housing units. By Q3 2025 6th Cycle In Progress Town has been facilitating ELI
housing units through SB 9
and ADU programs as a part
of its single-family zoning;
with new multi-family zoning,
Town is in the process of
preparing additional
incentives and streamlining
procedures as well as
advancing an inclusionary
ordinance encourage
production.

Units 62
Updated SRO allowances for ELI units:
https://ecode360.com/LO4964/laws/LF2556315
.pdf
F-1 Place-Based
Community
Improvements
– Streetscape
and Right of
Way
Improvements
Develop programs and strategies to
create placebased improvements through
investments in the public right of way.

Between 2029 and 2031 6th Cycle Completed Scheduled for 2029–2031 Other 0 Updated Pathways process and fee collection
process implemented in November 2025 to
reduce burden on ADUs and accessory units
while still funding place-based improvements
F-2 Housing
Mobility
In coordination with programs A-1, A3,and A-6, allow multi-family residential opportunities in the Town.

By Q1, 2026 6th Cycle In Progress
Zoning coordination ongoing;
education efforts active Other
0 To be completed Q1 2026
F-3 Town
Affordable
Rental Unit
Registry
Affordable rental unit webpage and
registry. Advertise 10 units on the
affordable rental unit registry throughout
the planning period
As affordable units are
created
6th Cycle In Progress
Framework prepared; no
units registered as of 2025
due to limited new
multifamily construction.

Other0
Index to be developed as new affordably
designated sites come online.

F-4 Fair Housing
Outreach and
Enforcement
Increase inquiries to fair housing
specialist for information and referral.

Increase traffic and downloads to the
Town’s housing website by 20 percent
throughout the planning period. Provide
fair housing materials at Planning and
Development Services booth at Town
events at least once a year.

Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous Ongoing in coordination with D-3 and E-1. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms F-5 Transit
Improvements
Program
Provide housing projections and other
information so that Valley Transit
Authority continues to provide needed
transportation services to Los Altos Hills,
including at Foothill College and
employment centers outside of the Town
limits.

Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous
Ongoing coordination with
VTA and regional partners in
the Santa Clara County
Planning Collaborative.

Other0
Link:
https://www.planningcollaborative.com/projec
t-profiles/santa-clara-collaborative
F-6 Regional
Participation in
Housing
Mobility Efforts
Promote available regional resources to
10 households annually. Continuous and on-going 6th Cycle Continuous Continued promotion of
countywide mobility
programs.

Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-1 Housing
Information
Monitor and increase website traffic and
downloads to the Town’s housing website
by 20% throughout the planning period.

Establish webpage by Q1,
2024; other efforts
continuous and ongoing.
6th Cycle Continuous
Dedicated housing
webpage established; other
efforts ongoing
Other0
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-2 ADU,
conversion
units, and SB 9
Education
Construction of 20 ADUs per year
throughout the planning period.

Construction of 32 SB 9 units throughout
the planning period. Conversion of 50
single family homes to duplexes or
triplexes throughout the planning period.

Develop marketing plan by
Q1, 2024; implement
marking program by Q1,
2025
6th Cycle Completed
Marketing plan completed;
pamphlets and website
resources available
Units 52
See Table A2 for ADU production specifics in
2025 and previous years from the planning
period. The Town is currently pacing ahead of
targeted ADU production goals.

G-3 Source of
Income
Protection /
Housing
Mobility
Conducted workshop within one year.

Outreach to 10 landlords and tenants per
year throughout the planning period.

Initially by Q1, 2024.

Afterward-continuous and
on-going
6th Cycle Continuous Initial workshop conducted;
ongoing outreach Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms

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G-4 Housing
Services and
Referrals
Website
Operational Town website for housing
services and referrals. Monitor and
increase website traffic and downloads to
the Town’s housing website by 20%
throughout the planning period.

Establish the website by
Q3, 2023; Annually update
the website to add/remove
resources, ensure accuracy
of information, and
increase accessibility.
6th Cycle Completed Operational since Q3 2023;
updated annually. Other
0 Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms G-5 Tenant
Matching and
Outreach
Construction of 32 SB 9 units throughout
the planning period. Construction of 20
ADUs per year throughout the planning
period. Achieve 50 percent of occupants
from outside Los Altos Hills, including
those who work but do not live in the
City.

By Q1, 2025; ADU survey
by Q1 2028
6th Cycle Completed
Affirmative marketing
materials distributed with
ADU/SB 9 permits; tenant
survey scheduled for 2028.

Units 52
Link: https://los-altos-hillsca.civilspace.io/en/categories/housing-elementprograms See Table A2 for ADU production specifics in 2025 and previous years from the
planning period.

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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS

MEMORANDUM
DATE: April 16, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Jay Bradford, Community Development Director
RE: Notification of Fast Track Approval – Lands of Yuen At the April 7, 2026 Fast Track Site Development Hearing, the following application was approved:
26918 Dezahara Way – File #SD25-0066 – Lands of Yuen
Site Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 4,124 square-foot onestory single-family residence and construction of a 4,837 square-foot, one-story single-family residence with attached garage, 963 square-foot attached ADU, and associated hardscape improvements.

CEQA review: Categorical Exemption per Section 15303(a).

Public notice of the hearing was sent on March 20, 2026 to all properties within 500 feet and posted on the site. Copies of the Fast Track Fact Sheet, Fast Track Hearing Report and conditions of approval are attached.

If you wish to appeal this application and review it at a future City Council meeting, you may indicate your intention to appeal in a written request to the City Clerk by 4:00 p.m. on April 28th, 2026.

ITEM 5M

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Town of Los Altos Hills April 16, 2026
Fast Track Hearing Report
Project Description: Site Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 4,124 squarefoot one-story single-family residence and construction of a 4,837 square-foot, one-story singlefamily residence with attached garage, 963 square-foot attached ADU, and associated hardscape improvements.

File Number: SD25-0066
Address: 26918 Dezahara Way
Owner(s): Daniel Yuen
Staff Planner: Jonathan Fox, Senior Planner
Attendance:

Jay Bradford, Community Development Director/Hearing Officer Jonathan Fox, Senior Planner
Louie Leu, Architect
Daniel Yuen, Property Owner
Carol Gottlieb, Environmental Design & Protection Committee (EDPC) Anita Baldwin, Open Space Committee (OSC)
Project Issues: Two primary issues were discussed: (1) the status of an existing pathway easement abandonment, and (2) the potential dedication of an open space easement.

First, the applicant’s survey shows two existing pathway easements along the property perimeter. An EDPC representative stated that one of these easements was abandoned by City Council resolution in the 1990s. However, there is no evidence that the resolution was finalized through recordation against the property. As a result, the easements still appear on the property’s title and survey. The Hearing Officer recommended that the property owner verify whether the abandonment was ever recorded and, if not, work with City staff to complete the process. Additionally, there was discussion regarding the second pathway easement segment, including the removal of existing structures and the potential expansion of the easement due to site slope.

Second, the appropriate size and location of a potential open space easement were discussed. OSC and City staff provided differing recommendations. The property owner questioned whether an open space easement is appropriate at all. The Hearing Officer directed that this issue be referred to OSC for further review as part of a future landscape screening application.

Conditions of Approval:
• Standard conditions of approval.
• Project-specific condition to submit a landscape screening application following framing of the new residence.
• Project-specific condition, as part of landscape screening application, staff shall route to the Pathways Committee to evaluate the removal of an existing fence in the pathway easement and potential expansion of the pathway easement due to slope.
• Project-specific condition, as part of landscape screening application, staff shall route to the Open Space Committee to evaluate an open space easement dedication over slopes greater than 30%.

ITEM 5M, Attachment 1

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Action:

File # SD25-0066 (Lands of Yuen) was approved at the April 7, 2026 Fast Track Site Development Hearing subject to the attached conditions and a 21-day appeal period. 4 / 16 / 2026
Jay Bradford, Community Development Director Date

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Town Of Los Altos Hills March 31, 2026
Fast Track Hearing Fact Sheet
Project Description: Site Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 4,124 squarefoot one-story single-family residence and construction of a 4,837 square-foot, one-story single-family residence with attached garage, 963 square-foot attached ADU, and associated hardscape improvements.

File Number: SD25-0066
Site Address: 26918 Dezahara Way
Owner(s): Yuen
Staff Planner: Jonathan Fox, Senior Planner
Site Data
Net Lot Area: 1.00 acre
Average Slope: 16.7%
Lot Unit Factor: 0.856
Floor and Development Area (square footage):

Area Type Maximum Existing Proposed Increase Remaining
Development 10,689 9,689 9,379* (-310) 1,310
Floor 5,000 4,123 5,000* 877 0
*800 square feet is exempt from MDA and MFA for construction of an ADU Height: Maximum Proposed
On Vertical Plane 27 ft. 16’-7” ft.

Lowest to Highest 35 ft. 21’-0” ft.

Setbacks: Minimum Proposed
Front 40 ft. 69’-10” ft.

Side (North) 30 ft. 30’-0” ft.

Side (South) 30 ft. 30’-0” ft.

Rear 30 ft. 68’-0” ft.

Exterior Materials: Cement plaster siding; metal windows and fascia, TPO flat membrane roof.

Parking: Required spaces: 5, 4 out of setbacks.

Proposed: 5 (3 garage spaces), 4 out of setbacks.

Fast Track Points: 8 (Less than 15 points required to be eligible for Fast Track) Grading: Cut: 370-CY Fill: 435-CY Export: 65-CY
Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
Environmental Design and Protection Committee: EDPC commented on preservation of natural screening, concerns over exterior finish color and lighting on the property, grading, and adequate replacement side screening for neighbors.

Open Space Committee: The OSC visited the site and provided no additional comments on the proposed house other than to confirm that the site would be returning for landscape screening.

Pathways Committee: Pathways comments are forthcoming.

ITEM 5M, Attachment 2

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26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills California 94022 Phone (650) 941-7222 Fax: (650) 941-3160 April 9, 2026
Daniel Yuen
26918 Dezahara Way
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
[email protected]
*EMAIL ONLY
RE: Site Development Permit for the demolition of an existing 4,124 square-foot one-story single-family residence and construction of a 4,837 square-foot, one-story single-family residence with attached garage, 963 square-foot attached ADU, and associated hardscape improvements. File# SD25-0066.

Dear Applicant:

Thank you for submitting plans for a Site Development Permit for the project described above at 26918 Dezahara Way, Los Altos Hills. Your request for a Site Development Permit for the above referenced project was approved by the Community Development Director at the April 7, 2026 Fast Track Meeting. The approval is subject to the following conditions:

PLANNING:

1. No other modifications to the approved plans received December 15, 2025 are allowed except as otherwise first reviewed and approved by the Community Development Director or the Planning Commission, depending on the scope of the changes.

2. All conditions of approval shall be printed on plans submitted for building permit plan check.

3. The project is subject to the Town’s Construction Time Limit Ordinance (Chapter 10, Title VIII of the Municipal Code). The maximum time for completion of the project shall be set by said policy and run from date of Building Permit issuance. Any extensions to the time for completion shall be subject to said policy. Failure to complete the project in the allotted time with approved extensions may result in substantial penalties and fees per the policy.

4. As an ongoing condition of approval, the property owner shall coordinate with staff on the location of any proposed above-ground utilities (i.e. transformers). Such equipment shall comply with the standard setbacks in the R-A Zoning District.

ITEM 5M, Attachment 3

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Approval Letter – New Residence
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April 7, 2026

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5. All exterior lighting fixtures shall be down directed or shielded non-movable fixtures and shall not exceed 3,000 Kelvin and 600 lumens. Exterior lighting on the existing residence and proposed addition is approved as shown on the plans. Any changes to the approved lighting plan shall be approved by the Community Development Department prior to installation. A maximum of two light fixtures may be placed within setbacks.

6. Prior to building permit issuance, the property owner’s Engineering Geologist shall review the currently proposed site improvements shown on the Architectural Plans, and prepare an updated hazard evaluation letter for the currently proposed improvements. The letter should specifically confirm that the proposed habitable improvements comply with their recommended fault setbacks. The Engineering Geologic Consultant shall also work with the Geotechnical Consultant to evaluate the site landslide hazards, including providing a map showing the limits of the landslide debris.

7. Prior to building permit issuance, the property owner’s Geotechnical Consultant shall review the currently proposed site improvements shown on the Architectural Plans and the Engineering Geologist’s report/letter(s), and provide supplemental geotechnical recommendations for the currently proposed improvements. The Consultant shall ensure that any supplemental geotechnical recommendations are incorporated into revised drawings.

The Consultant shall also specifically address the following:
a. Expansive Soil for Fill ‐ The standard of practice in the Town is to avoid using expansive material for structural fill (and on slopes) unless mitigated with lime, or similar admixtures. The Geotechnical Consultant should either avoid using on‐site soil for structural fill or provide suitable admixture recommendations to mitigate the expansive soil differential movement potential.
b. Grading Recommendations of Undocumented Fill – The Geotechnical Consultant should clarify if all of the undocumented fill underlying the proposed buildings should be excavated, per the Standard of Practice in the Town. c. Seismic Design Criteria Update ‐ The Geotechnical Consultant should provide updated seismic design parameters in conformance with the currently adopted code in the Town. d. Landslide Hazard – The Geotechnical Consultant should work with the Engineering Geologic Consultant to evaluate the site landslide hazard given the landslide debris encountered in two of the fault trenches, and provide mitigation recommendations, as warranted.

8. After completion of rough framing or at least six (6) months prior to scheduling a final inspection, the applicant shall submit landscape screening and erosion control plans for review by the Site Development Committee. The application for landscape screening and erosion control shall be accompanied by the applicable fee and deposit. The plans shall be reviewed at a noticed public hearing. Attention shall be given to plantings which will be adequate to break up the view of the development from surrounding

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properties and streets. All landscaping required for screening purposes and for erosion control (as determined by the City Engineer) must be installed prior to final inspection of the development. The landscape screening plan shall comply with Section 10-2.809 (water efficient landscaping) of the Los Altos Hills Municipal Code. a. The review of fences, gates, planting, and landscape lighting is deferred to application of the Landscape Screening Plan (“plan”).
b. Staff shall route the application to the Pathways Committee to evaluate the removal of an existing fence in the pathway easement and potential expansion of pathway easement due to slope.
c. Staff shall route the application to the Open Space Committee to evaluate an open space easement dedication over slopes greater than 30%.

9. A $5,000 landscape maintenance and water usage deposit shall be paid to the Town prior to final inspection of the new residence. Two years after the project has been completed, the applicant shall furnish staff with the last 12 months of water usage for the property and conduct a site inspection to ensure installed landscape screening is still present and has been adequately maintained. Inadequate maintenance of installed landscape screening and/or water usage greater than the annual usage indicated on the approved parcel water budget worksheet, may result in complete forfeiture of this deposit.

10. Prior to beginning any grading operation, all significant trees, particularly any heritage oak trees, are to be fenced at the drip line. The fencing shall be of a material and structure (chainlink) to clearly delineate the drip line. Town staff must inspect the fencing and the trees to be fenced prior to commencement of grading. The property owner shall call for said inspection at least three days in advance of the inspection. The fencing must remain throughout the course of construction. No storage of equipment, vehicles or debris shall be allowed within the drip lines of these trees. Existing perimeter plantings shall be fenced and retained throughout the entire construction period.

11. Prior to requesting the final inspection, a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor shall certify in writing and state that “the height of the addition complies with the 27’ maximum structure height, measured as the vertical distance at any point from the bottom of the crawl space or basement ceiling if excavated below natural grade, to the highest part of the structure directly above (including roof materials).” The overall structure height shall be similarly certified in writing and state that “all points of the building (including chimneys and appurtenances) lie within a thirty-five (35’) foot horizontal band based, measured from the lowest visible natural or finished grade topographical elevation of the structure along the building line and the highest topographical elevation of the roof of the structure.” The applicant shall submit the stamped and signed letter(s) to the Community Development Department prior to requesting a final inspection.

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12. Prior to requesting the final inspection, a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor shall certify in writing and state that “the location of the new residence and roof eaves matches the location shown on the Site Development plan.” The elevation of the new residence shall be similarly certified in writing to state that “the elevation of the new residence matches the elevation and location shown on the Site Development plan.” The applicant shall submit the stamped and signed letter(s) to the Community Development Department prior to requesting a final inspection.

13. The property owner’s Geotechnical Consultant shall inspect, test (as needed), and approve all geotechnical aspects of the project construction. The inspections shall include, but not necessarily be limited to: site preparation and grading, site surface and subsurface drainage improvements, excavations for foundations and retaining walls prior to place of steel and concrete. The results of these inspections and the as-built conditions of the project shall be described by the geotechnical consultant in a letter and submitted to the Town for review prior to requesting the final inspection.

14. The property owner shall remove all Stinkwort from the entire property and in the road rightof-way by manual pulling or use of herbicide by September 1st of each year until the final approval of the project.

15. Roof eaves of all structures shall not encroach into the required side and rear yard setbacks.

The roof eaves shall be shown on the site and civil plans in the construction drawings.

16. No new fencing is approved with this site development permit. Any additional or modified fencing or gates shall require review and approval by the Community Development Department with the required landscape screening plan and prior to installation.

17. Exterior finish colors of all buildings shall have a light reflectivity value of 50 or less and roof materials shall have a light reflectivity value of 40 or less, per manufacturer specifications. All color samples shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for approval at time of submittal for building plan check. All applicable structures shall be painted in conformance with the approved color(s) prior to final inspection.

18. Skylights, if utilized, shall be designed and constructed to reduce emitted light (tinted or colored glass, or other material). No lighting may be placed within skylight wells.

19. Fire retardant roofing (Class A) is required for all new construction.

20. All space heating and water heating systems installed in new residences, detached habitable buildings, and/or projects involving a substantial remodel shall comply with Los Altos Hills Municipal Code Sections § 8-1.6.02 and § 8-1.10.02.

21. All construction shall comply with the applicable California Green Building Standards Code, Part 11, Title 24 mandatory measures in effect at the time of building permit application. The

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property owner shall provide a CalGreen Residential Checklist demonstrating conformance with all applicable mandatory measures at time of building permit submittal.

22. All construction shall comply with Section R337 of the 2025 California Residential Code (Materials and Construction Methods for Exterior Wildfire Exposure).

23. All properties shall pay School District fees to either the Los Altos School District or the Palo Alto Unified School District, as applicable, prior to permit issuance. The applicant shall take a copy of Worksheet #2 to school district offices, pay the appropriate fees and provide the Town with a copy of the receipts.

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

24. Any, and all, changes to the approved Grading and Drainage plan shall first be approved by the Town Engineering Department. No grading shall take place during the grading moratorium (October 1st to April 30th) except with prior approval from the City Engineer. No grading shall take place within ten feet of any property line.

25. An encroachment permit shall be obtained from the Public Works Department for all work proposed in the public right-of-way. No work within the public right-of-way shall commence without an encroachment permit.

26. All public utility services serving the new residence shall be placed underground. The applicant should contact PG&E immediately after issuance of building permit to start the application process for undergrounding utilities which can take up to 6-8 months.

27. At building permit plan check, submit high-quality color photographs of the existing roadways and pathways prior to the building permit issuance.

28. At building permit plan check, obtain a permit from the Purissima Hills Water District for water use during grading and construction. Submit this permit to the Town Engineering Department.

29. At building permit plan check, pay pathway fee of $10,943 for a new residence.

30. The Engineer of Record shall observe the installation of the drainage system, construction of the energy dissipators, and completion of the grading activities and state that items have been installed and constructed per the approved plans. A stamped and signed letter shall be prepared and submitted to the Town prior to final inspection.

31. All areas on the site that have the native soil disturbed shall be protected for erosion control during the rainy season and shall be replanted prior to final inspection.

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32. The property owner shall inform the Town of any damage and shall repair any damage caused by the construction of the project to pathways, private driveways, and public and private roadways prior to final inspection.

FIRE DEPARTMENT

38. Required Hydrant Fire Flow: (Letter received) The minimum required fire flow for this project is 1,125 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) at 20 psi residual pressure. This fire flow assumes installation of automatic fire sprinklers per CFC [903.3.1.3]

39. Fire Sprinklers Required: Fire sprinklers required and noted on Sheet A-0.0 as deferred submittal.

40. Construction Site Fire Safety: All construction sites must comply with applicable provisions of the CFC Chapter 33 and our Standard Detail and Specification S1-7. Provide appropriate notations on subsequent plan submittals, as appropriate to the project. CFC Chp.

33. 41. Address identification: New and existing buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be maintained. CFC Sec. 505.

42. Potable water supplies shall be protected from contamination caused by fire protection water supplies. It is the responsibility of the applicant and any contractors and subcontractors to contact the water purveyor supplying the site of such project, and to comply with the requirements of that purveyor. Such requirements shall be incorporated into the design of any water-based fire protections systems, and/or fire suppression water supply systems or storage containers that may be physically connected in any manner to an appliance capable of causing contamination of the potable water supply of the purveyor of record. Final approval of the system(s) under consideration will not be granted by this office until compliance with the requirements of the water purveyor of record are documented by that purveyor as having been met by the applicant(s). 2022 CFC. Sec. 903.3.5 and Health and Safety Code 13114.7.

Project approval may be appealed if done so in writing within 21 days of the date of the approval.

Please refer to the Conditions of Project Approval set forth herein. If you believe that these Conditions impose any fees, dedications, reservation or other exactions under the California Government Code Section 66000, you are hereby notified that these Conditions constitute written notice of a statement of the amount of such fees, and/or a description of the dedications, reservations, and other exactions. You are hereby further notified that the 90-day approval period in which you may protest such fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions, pursuant to Government Code Section 66020(a), has begun. If you fail to file a protest within this 90-day

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April 7, 2026

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period complying with all of the requirements of Section 66020, you will be legally barred from later challenging such exactions.

Upon completion of the construction, a final inspection shall be required to be set with the Planning and Engineering Departments two weeks prior to final building inspection approval.

NOTE: The Site Development permit is valid for one year from the approval date. All required building permits must be obtained within that year and work on items not requiring a building permit shall be commenced within one year and completed within two years.

I can be contacted at (650) 559-2243 or by e-mail at [email protected] if you have any questions regarding these conditions. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Jonathan Fox
Senior Planner

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TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS April 16, 2026
Staff Report to the City Council
SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO THE RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING STANDING

COMMITTEES AND ADOPTING GENERAL SPECIAL RULES

PERTAINING THERETO TO ADD HOUSING ELEMENT

IMPLEMENTATION COMMITTEE
FROM: Arika Birdsong-Miller, City Clerk ABM
APPROVED: Cody Einfalt, City Manager CE
RECOMMENDATION That the City Council:

Approve the Amended Resolution to “Establishing Standing Committees and Adopting General and Special Rules Pertaining Thereto.”

BACKGROUND
At the March 19, 2026, City Council Meeting, the Council provided direction to establish a committee focused on the implementation of the Town’s Housing Element. This direction reflects the Council’s commitment to ensuring continued compliance with State housing requirements, monitoring progress on adopted programs and policies, and preparing for future housing cycles.

The Housing Element for the 2023–2031 cycle includes a number of required programs, policies, and implementation actions. Given the complexity of these requirements and the ongoing coordination with State agencies, regional partners, and the community, the Council expressed interest in forming a dedicated committee to support these efforts.

To that end, staff has prepared a proposed framework for a Housing Element Implementation Committee, modeled as a standing committee of the Town. This committee intends to provide ongoing review, input, and recommendations related to Housing Element implementation and future housing planning efforts.

DISCUSSION
The proposed Housing Element Implementation Committee would consist of a minimum of five (5) members and up to a maximum of nine (9) members, with appointments made, whenever feasible, from different geographical areas of the Town. A member of the Planning Commission would serve as a non-voting liaison, and Planning staff would attend meetings on a regular basis to provide support and coordination.

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Housing Element Implementation
April 16, 2026
2 The primary role of the Committee would be to advise on the implementation of the Town’s Housing Element. Key responsibilities would include reviewing current Housing Element programs and policies, identifying opportunities for refinement, and helping inform future planning efforts for the next housing cycle (2031).

In addition, the Committee may:
• Participate in regional housing discussions, including any subregional RHNA coordination efforts;
• Evaluate housing sites, development standards, and zoning-related matters; • Explore strategies to minimize impacts of additional housing on the Town’s character, safety, and traffic;
• Provide input on Objective Design Standards to ensure they are clear, measurable, and consistent with State law;
• Facilitate community engagement and encourage public participation in housingrelated discussions; • Provide recommendations to the Planning Commission on a semi-annual basis.

Establishing this committee would provide a structured and transparent forum for ongoing Housing Element implementation, while also creating an opportunity for community involvement and informed policy development. The committee would serve in an advisory capacity, with recommendations ultimately considered by the Planning Commission and City Council, as appropriate.

If the Council directs that a Housing Element Implementation Committee be established, staff will immediately begin advertising for openings on the committee and coordinate with the Planning Commission regarding the designation of a non-voting liaison.

ATTACHMENT

1. Proposed Resolution of the Town of Los Altos Hills Establishing Standing Committees and Adopting General and Special Rules Pertaining Thereto

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RESOLUTION XX-26

RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS

ESTABLISHING STANDING COMMITTEES AND

ADOPTING GENERAL AND SPECIAL RULES PERTAINING THERETO
WHEREAS, the City Council of the Town of Los Altos Hills wishes to establish standing volunteer committees to assist the Council with various issues; NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the Town does RESOLVE that the following standing committees are established, and the following general and special rules pertaining to standing volunteer committees are hereby adopted:

Section 1. Committees Established. The following are hereby constituted as the regular Standing Committees of the Town:
a) Emergency Preparedness and Response Committee
b) Environmental Design and Protection Committee
c) Finance and Investment Committee
d) Parks, Recreation and Community Events Committee
e) Pathways Committee
f) Open Space Committee
g) Environmental Initiatives Committee
h) History Committee
i) Public Art Committee
j) Technology Committee
k) Housing Element Implementation Committee
Section 2. General Powers and Duties
a) Each of the Standing Committees shall have the general power and duty to render advice and make recommendations to the City Council, Planning Commission, or the City Manager and other Town bodies designated by the City Council on all aspects of its particular sphere of interest. b) Each Standing Committee shall make regular oral reports to the Council, in addition to any specific reports and recommendations requested by the City Council or deemed necessary by a majority of the members of the Standing Committee.
c) Each Standing Committee shall meet with the City Council, once a year at the Council’s request, to discuss and report on its goals, projects, accomplishments, and concerns.
d) Each Standing Committee shall study its own structure, specific charges and direction, and recommend any changes, if needed, to the City Council.

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e) The City Council shall advise Standing Committees of any evaluation made of the Standing Committee’s actions and direction, and any proposed action to amend the Standing Committees charges. f) Each Standing Committee is encouraged to send a representative to City Council and Planning Commission meetings whenever possible.

Section 3. Appointment of Committees. The following general rules shall be applicable to the qualifications of members and associate members of Standing Committees, and their appointment and removal;
a) The members of each Standing Committee shall be appointed with the approval of a majority of the City Council.
b) Each Committee member shall:
i) be a resident of the Town at the time of their appointment and for so long as they serve.
ii) serve at the pleasure of the Council, without compensation or payment of mileage, for a term of four {4} years. In the case of the Councilmembers serving on a Standing Committee as voting members, their terms shall not exceed their terms of elected office.

Upon leaving elected office the City Council shall appoint other members of Council to those committees with Councilmember participating as voting members.
iii) be eligible for reappointment upon application to the City Council, but the City Council shall encourage new applicants in order to promote widespread community involvement. To achieve this, the City Council will generally not appoint an applicant who has served for two {2} consecutive terms as a member of that Committee, within a period of two {2} years from the expiration of their most recent term. These term limits do not constrain a resident from being appointed as an associate member of that Committee, nor from applying for appointment to any other Town Committee.

A Committee member’s record of attendance at the Committee’s meetings may be a factor in determining whether that member should be reappointed to the Committee.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City Council retains the ability to appoint anyone that it may select by majority vote for membership on a Town Committee.
iv) not serve as a member (as distinguished from an associate member) on more than one of the following committees
concurrently: Pathways Committee; Open Space Committee; and

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Environmental Design and Protection Committee. Individual committee members currently serving as members on more than one of these committees are grandfathered in and may continue to serve on more than one of these committees until their respective term ends on one of these committees.
v) be considered to have resigned in the event of three consecutive absences from the meetings of their Committee, unless the Chairperson of the Committee shall have excused the member’s absence and informed the other Committee members of the exception at the third consecutive meeting missed.
c) The associate members of each Standing Committee shall be appointed by a majority vote of their respective committees. Each Associate Committee member shall:
i) serve at the pleasure of the Committee without compensation or payment of mileage for a term not to exceed four {4} years. ii) have non-voting membership status.
iii) be of assistance to their respective committees with their charges and duties on an as-needed basis. Residency and regular meeting attendance is not required.
iv) be unlimited in number based on the needs of each committee. v) the appointment of associate members of the Environmental Design and Protection Committee, Pathways Committee, and Open Space Committee shall be subject to the approval of the City Council. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the duties of the associate members of those committees do not include site visits, City Council approval shall not be required.
d) Notification of resignations or terminations of committee members shall be submitted to the City Council in writing. Notification of appointments and resignations of associate members shall be submitted to the City Clerk in writing. Vacancies in the membership of any Standing Committee with the exception of the Councilmembers serving as voting members on any Standing Committee shall be filled in the following manner:
i) The City Clerk shall post in three {3} public places in the Town a notice of the fact that a vacancy has occurred and that the applications will be received prior to a date stated in the notice. ii) All persons interested in serving shall submit to the City Clerk a written request for appointment containing such information on their background and qualifications as they deem appropriate. The City Clerk shall notify all applicants of the Council meeting at which their application shall be considered.

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iii) The City Council shall, during a public meeting, appoint Standing Committee members by selecting appointees from a roster of persons offered by individual Council members and applications from candidates. The City Council shall endeavor to appoint the best qualified persons.
e) One member of the City Council shall be designated by the Mayor as a liaison for each Standing Committee with the exception of the Finance and Investment Committee which shall include two council liaison members (Mayor/Vice-Mayor). The designated Council liaison(s) may attend meetings of the Standing Committee to which he or she is assigned, and shall try to do so at least quarterly, but shall not vote. The Council liaison shall contact each member of the Standing Committee to which he or she has been assigned at least once annually to determine any problems which may exist and to receive information for use in Council evaluations of Standing Committee actions and direction.

Section 4. Organization of Standing Committees. The following general rules shall be applicable to the organization and conducting of business by each Standing Committee:
a) Each Standing Committee shall establish a time and place for its regular meetings. Once the Standing Committee has established a time and place for its regular meetings, the Standing Committee shall request the City Council to approve the time and place of the regular meeting. The City Clerk shall cause notice of the schedule of regular meetings to be posted on the bulletin board at Town Hall. The agenda shall be set by the Chairperson, but upon the request of any Standing Committee member an item shall be placed on the agenda. Agendas of meetings shall be posted in compliance with the provisions of the Ralph M. Brown Act (commencing with Government Code Section 54950), as hereafter amended. No Standing Committee meeting shall be considered to have been held unless notice of the time and date of the meeting shall have been properly available pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act, as hereafter amended, and unless a quorum shall have been present. Special meetings of a Standing Committee may only be called by the Standing Committee Chairperson, Mayor or City Manager and must be called in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.
b) The quorum is a majority of the currently appointed membership. c) A committee may be required to participate in property site visits. Site visits must be performed by only current committee members and are permissible as long as any group of committee members does not contain a quorum of current members. In the event a site visit is necessary, a Standing Committee chair shall inform Town staff at least one week in advance of any visit. Town staff shall send the homeowner(s) a courtesy postcard notifying them that a site visit will be taking place within a

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defined time period. The postcard shall be sent a minimum of 72 hours in advance of any visit.
d) At its first regular meeting in July of each year, each Standing Committee shall elect, by a simple majority of the members present, from its membership a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and such other officers as the Standing Committee deems advisable, who shall not serve for more than two {2} consecutive one {1} year terms. If at the time of the election, it is determined that there are no viable nominations for the slate of officers including the Chairperson, the Committee may request an exemption of the general rule pertaining to the term(s) for the Officers/Chairperson from the City Council. At the July meeting, any subcommittees deemed advisable by the Standing Committee for specific activities within the purview of the Standing Committee shall be appointed by the members. At any other meeting an officer may be replaced.

However, at any meeting other than the first regular meeting in July, a vote of the majority of the Standing Committee is necessary to replace or elect an officer.
e) All committee leadership (chairperson and vice-chairperson) shall attend annual training before taking their seats as chair or vice-chair, or as soon after appointment as possible, to insure they are well versed in managing meetings in an effective, fair, open, and transparent manner in compliance with the Brown Act and Rosenberg’s Rules of Order. Once the training has been completed, the Chair and Vice-Chair are not required to repeat the training annually. The Chair will also be responsible for: addressing compliance to these principles both before and after the meeting; assuring all agenda items describe the topic sufficiently to promote proper discussion; making reasonable efforts to ensure that project applicants and residents are given a reasonable opportunity to present and respond to questions raised during the meeting; assuring the committee does not react or respond to comments on topics that have not been agendized; and assuring that items raised by speakers during presentations from the floor that are not on the agenda are discussed to seek clarification only or to provide public information about prior relevant actions of the committee or the Town.
f) The duties of the Chairperson shall be consistent with those of a presiding officer as they pertain to the conduct of the Committee meetings and adherence to the general powers and duties, organization of Standing Committees, Committee charges and duties and procedures as set forth in this resolution.
g) The Chairperson shall be responsible for monitoring the attendance of committee members and shall meet with any committee member who the Chairperson believes is negatively impacting the operation of the Standing Committee due to absences from committee meetings to discuss a plan to eliminate future absences. If following the meeting, the Chairperson does not believe the committee member will be able to attend the future meetings and will therefore continue to negatively impact the operation of

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the Standing Committee, the Chairperson may recommend that the City Council either remove the person from the Standing Committee or recommend that the Standing Committee vote to convert the person to Associate membership status on the Committee
h) Each Standing Committee shall keep minutes of its meetings, which shall include its determinations, recommendations, attendance of members and an indication of who prepared the minutes. The minutes shall be reviewed by the City Manager who, in consultation with the City Council liaison to the particular committee, shall determine which items need to be agendized for a City Council meeting. The minutes shall also be public records.

Section 5. Code of Conduct for all Committee Members:
a) Appointees on Committees are volunteers who desire to provide their time, service, and expertise to the Town.
b) Appointment to any Los Altos Hills Town Committee or Commission is contingent upon each prospective appointee’s acceptance of this Code of Conduct.
c) Appointees agree that their service is intended for the greater benefit of the Town and not for any private, commercial, or personal interest. d) Appointees will agree to:

Abide by the laws of the Federal, State or County and the Town’s regulations and ordinances and to follow the direction of legal authorities.

Accept and follow Town Council defined charters, objectives, and requirements and to provide their service, advice, and recommendations to the Council and, if approved by the Council, to others.

Not disclose confidential information that they may discover during their service unless legally authorized to do so.
i) Also, such confidential information shall not be used to advance the personal, financial, or private interests of themselves or others.

Recuse themselves if or when a situation arises in which a member could be perceived to have a conflict of interest.

All discussions, decisions and votes must be made in public and shall follow the provisions of the Ralph M. Brown Open Meeting Act.

Appointees shall also complete bi-annual Ethics and Brown Act training.

Keep official discussions within the body's charter.

Consider issues that come before the body by using an objective, responsible and equitable process.

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