Lafayette Housing Project with Tree Preservation

preliminary approval

A housing project proposing the construction of 17 new units in Lafayette, California, including affordable housing and preservation of local trees. The project preserves a 100-year-old valley oak tree and 64 other trees, while removing 96 trees, 80 of which are protected under the city's tree preservation ordinance. New trees will be planted along project boundaries and within the community park. The project complies with Lafayette's general plan and zoning ordinance with some requested waivers, including height restrictions to allow three stories instead of 2.3. It provides 7% very low-income housing units and qualifies for a density bonus.