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Accessory Dwelling Unit and Condominium Conversion Zoning Updates

The city is updating its zoning code to align with state laws regarding ADUs and to allow property owners to convert ADUs into condominiums for separate sale. The board generally supported offering homeownership options while protecting rental housing stock.

8 mentionsLast discussed Sep 15, 2026

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Minimum Wage Ballot Measure

Alameda is clashing over a proposed $30 minimum wage ballot measure. A new county study warns it'll cost the city a massive $33 million, but backers are fighting back, saying the study's math is totally off because it ignores the ten-year phase-in plan.

3 mentionsLast discussed Sep 9, 2026