There are a number of local city conversations around increasing affordable housing near regional transportation hubs. In Belmont, officials took the first steps in reimagining Downtown Belmont into a more walkable, complete neighborhood. Based on report findings by the HdL Company, city officials discussed ideas to bring recommended retail and residential uses into Belmont Village. Such conversations help provide a framework for City Council to evaluate housing development applications such as the Firehouse Square project that is slated to provide 25% of its units as affordable housing. If you’d like to track its progress, you can subscribe to City Council updates on the City of Belmont’s website.
 
In Millbrae officials are reviewing a mixed-use proposal that could bring 67 affordable housing units within walking distance to the Millbrae Caltrain and BART hub. Guided in part by the Millbrae Station Area Specific Plan, officials will also consider nearby mixed use developments such as the Gateway at Millbrae Station, proposed to bring an additional 80 affordable housing units. If you’d like to track its progress, you can subscribe to City Council updates on the City of Millbrae’s website. Also South San Francisco officials are considering a policy that could create incentives for more housing to be built near its regional transportation station. For more information, subscribe to the South San Francisco City Council for updates on upcoming meetings and information.