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San Jose is poised for major housing transformation as city council prepares to vote on sweeping changes that could reshape neighborhoods for decades. The plan aims to dramatically increase density—potentially allowing 4 to 10 homes per lot in single-family zones and permitting mid-rise buildings in bustling areas—to meet the state’s goal of 62,000 new homes. While housing advocates applaud the move as essential, they argue it doesn’t go far enough to offset soaring construction costs or address systemic flaws in “Urban Village” development. Critics worry about infrastructure strain and loss of community character, while planners caution against overzealous zoning changes that could erode local identity. The debate is heating up as residents and developers clash over how to balance growth with preservation—especially as public land, like school sites, becomes a flashpoint for equity concerns.

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