The Sonoma City Council has officially designated May as Affordable Housing Month, signaling a renewed commitment to seniors and the local workforce.
The Sonoma Index-Tribune reports while celebrating the preservation of 18 units at the Setzer and Maysonnave apartments, officials are shifting focus to long-term growth and development. The city is preparing a feasibility study to determine if its strict 25% affordability requirement is actually discouraging developers from building.
By comparing Sonoma’s policies to cities with lower mandates, leaders hope to find a financial “sweet spot” that attracts more investment. This technical deep dive is part of a broader 2026 goal to streamline zoning and evaluate urban growth boundaries.
Ultimately, the city aims to turn symbolic proclamations into tangible roofs over residents’ heads.
