Bill Olsen
Jul 4, 2022
Here is what AIA board members are saying about the proposed Envision2040 plan
County of Contra Costa has concocted a new general plan called “Envision Contra Costa 2040” with major changes proposed to Alamo’s land use designations, primarily in downtown. The proposed land use change of the Alamo Plaza Shopping center and adjacent real estate will change the existing designation of Office (OF) and Commercial (CO) to Mixed Use Medium (MUM) with combined commercial and residential dwelling units. MUM allows for up to 75 dwelling units per net acre. MUM construction typically requires midrise buildings with up to five levels towering about 55’ high. 60% of the new residential development should be affordable to families of low and moderate income.