Under reviewGeneral Plan Amendment

Bill 714 — UC-E Zoning Code amendment (2026-0714)

Description

A zoning text amendment that would allow multi-suite residential projects to fill 50–100% of gross floor area on UC-E parcels within 100 feet of the EMI district, with monthly-or-longer rentals. The Planning Commission recommended approval in September; the council public hearing was held with no vote.

Impact summary

Could open more of Oakland's innovation-district land to housing near universities and hospitals, potentially shifting the mix away from commercial development.

Applicant

Name
Council Member R. Daniel Lavelle (sponsor)

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
1
Total mentions
1

Recorded in the meeting

Approved

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.

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