Fast-track ordinance to take effect in about six weeks

Los Altos Hills' fast-track ordinance had its first reading at the City Council meeting June 17. Its purpose is to speed up the review process for new residences and major revisions falling in line with all policies and without opposition.

Published on 06/23/1999

New construction in Los Altos Hills currently requires approval by the Planning Commission.

When the fast-track ordinance takes effect in about six weeks, some projects will be able to go straight to the City Council for approval.

Council members hope to eliminate inconsistencies between the ordinance and current town design guidelines.

Mayor Elayne Dauber and council member Toni Casey will sit on a subcommittee to identify potential problems and bring them back to the council.

Council member Bob Johnson emphasized it is clear in the ordinance that when the ordinance and Design Guidelines are in conflict, the ordinance takes precedence.

- Wendy Marinaccio