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The City of Campbell has released the West Valley Homeless Services Feasibility Study (Public Review) for community input, which explores collaborative approaches to addressing homelessness in the West Valley. 

Campbell, CA — The City of Campbell has released the West Valley Homeless Services Feasibility Study, a comprehensive analysis examining how the Cities of Campbell, Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, and the Town of Los Gatos can work collaboratively to address homelessness in the West Valley area.

The study is the result of a coordinated, multi-jurisdictional effort that began in 2024 and is intended to provide a clearer understanding of the scope and characteristics of homelessness in the West Valley, as well as identify effective and scalable strategies to address the issue at a sub-regional level. While homelessness in the West Valley remains smaller in scale compared to many urban areas, the study finds that it has increased in both visibility and complexity in recent years.

According to the 2025 Point in Time Count, the study also highlights several unique characteristics of the West Valley unhoused population, including a high proportion of individuals experiencing homelessness for the first time, long-term unhoused residents, and a notable number of families and youth.

The feasibility study evaluates opportunities for shared services, coordination, and regional partnerships to better align resources and provide resources that meet the specific needs of the West Valley unhoused community.

“This study gives us a shared understanding of the challenges we’re facing and the opportunities to work more effectively together as a region,” said Brian Loventhal, Campbell City Manager. “It provides a foundation for informed conversations and future collaboration among our partner jurisdictions.”

For more information, view the West Valley Homeless Service Feasibility Study or visit campbellca.gov/housing.

City of Campbell Earns Prohousing Designation from the State of California

Campbell, CA - The City of Campbell is proud to announce that it has received the Prohousing Designation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), recognizing the City’s commitment to accelerating housing production, implementing housing-friendly policies, and supporting affordable housing opportunities for all community members.

Under this designation, Campbell will receive priority processing or additional points when applying for several competitive state funding programs, including:

• Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC)
• Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG)
• Transformative Climate Communities (TCC)
• Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP)

Only 65 jurisdictions out of 541 eligible in California have earned this designation, and Campbell ranked in the top 25% among them.

This designation can open the door to more resources for housing projects, priority in funding decisions, and infrastructure improvements that directly benefit the community. These funds can support everything from affordable housing and sustainable infrastructure to climate-friendly community enhancements.

“This recognition is a testament to Campbell’s proactive leadership in addressing housing needs while planning for a sustainable future,” said City Manager Brian Loventhal. “It positions us to compete more effectively for state funding that can help us expand housing opportunities and improve quality of life for our community.”

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By clicking on the Permit Center Map you will be able to view pending projects. Navigate the available Planning and Building tabs to view closed and active permits. 

To support applicants and streamline implementation, the City has launched a new webpage with detailed information about the ordinance, eligibility criteria, and development standards. The page also features a comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section addressing key topics such as minimum density, subdivision requirements, exceptions, approval timelines, and application procedures.

To learn more or determine whether your property qualifies, visit: campbellca.gov/1535/Starter-Home-Projects.

For additional questions, contact the Planning Division at planning@campbellca.gov or (408) 866-2140.

Burning fossil fuels for cooking and heating can significantly contribute to local air pollution, which causes both climate change and health issues. In 2024, the City of Campbell passed an Air Quality Ordinance prohibiting NOx air pollution from appliances and equipment in new buildings and major remodels. While the City doesn’t regulate existing buildings, electrifying your home can help you live in a cleaner and healthier environment. For many, electrifying your home can also result in reduced energy bills – both from more efficient appliances and better energy rates. Whether you’re required to comply with the new Air Quality Ordinance or you’re choosing to decarbonize your home, there are a range of incentives available to help reduce your costs.

Campbellca.gov/electrify is meant to serve as a starting point for homeowners in Campbell. If you need help, Silicon Valley Clean Energy's Go Electric Advisor is a free service with trained professionals to help at every step along the way! 

City of Campbell Launches Santa Clara County ADU to Help Homeowners Build New Accessory Dwelling Units

Campbell, CA - As part of its work to facilitate more housing opportunities in the community, the City of Campbell recently published a suite of resources to help homeowners navigate the process of developing an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU. The resources can be found on a new website, www.aduscc.org, created in collaboration with other jurisdictions across Santa Clara County.

ADUs--also called granny flats, converted garages, or basement apartments--are flexible spaces that meet the changing needs of households over time. An ADU can be attached to the main home or detached as a separate home. State law also allows homes in California to have a Junior ADU (or JADU), located within the existing footprint of a home, including an attached garage.

With other communities in Santa Clara County, the City of Campbell sees ADUs as a valuable way to create more housing options. However, individual homeowners wanting to build ADUs face challenges as they have little or no experience in taking on a home development project. The resources at Santa Clara County ADU are designed to demystify the process with clear step-by-step instructions and resources to meet homeowners' needs, including:

• The aduscc.org website and free ADU Guidebook that walks through each step of the process, from concept through permitting and construction as well as the basics on being a landlord.
• ADU Process Overview & Important Information outlines the key steps and things to consider along the way.
• Local ADU Rules for homeowners to learn about the ADU rules and regulations that apply to them, as well as get contact information for local departments and staff.
• Sample ADU floorplans and stories from neighbors about what they built.
• An ADU Glossary with frequently used terms.
• ADU Calculator estimates potential building costs, rent, and homeowner return on investment.
• An ADU Plans Gallery, to launch later this year, will allow homeowners to select from a variety of free and low-cost plans and connect with ADU designers and firms.

"Our dedicated team remains committed to advancing projects that aim to expand housing options for the entire Campbell community," stated Mayor Anne Bybee. "ADUs represent a pivotal component of our multifaceted approach to addressing the pressing housing challenges. The resources at aduscc.org aim to empower and guide homeowners through their ADU development endeavors, all while actively contributing to the growth and strengthening of our community."

The Santa Clara County ADU website and resources were developed by the Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative, a joint initiative of all 16 jurisdictions in the county that meets regularly to share information and find opportunities for working together on shared housing challenges. The Planning Collaborative is operated under the auspices of the Cities Association of Santa Clara County. The ADU work was made possible by State grant funding received from the Association of Bay Area Governments.

For more information contact our Planning Division at planning@campbellca.gov.