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Washoe County is shaking up housing with a new proposal that boosts density for smaller, affordable units and opens commercial zones to multifamily living!

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Washoe County introduces density bonus for small units and adopts code to allow multifamily in commercial zones
Planning staff introduced a 25% density incentive for units under 1,200 sq ft (Bill 1948) and the board adopted Ordinance 1755 to allow multifamily and mixed‑use residential by right in commercial zones with specified densities and a 35‑ft height cap without a special use permit.
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May 15, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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Washoe County is tackling urgent wildfire responses while exploring exciting plans for housing development that could reshape our community!

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Commissioner Alexis Hill briefs CAB on wildfire response and a possible RHA housing project
Commissioner Alexis Hill updated the CAB on county wildfire response and summarized a Tahoe Transportation District meeting where Reno Housing Authority described potential reuse of an old elementary school for mixed housing; she said a federal agency review will inform the TTD's decision.
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August 29, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Residents are raising eyebrows over the interim manager's title and fierce debates on housing equity in Tahoe, igniting tensions at the Washoe County meeting.

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Residents question interim manager title and equity in Tahoe housing discussions
Doug Flaherty critiques interim manager Thomas and equity concepts affecting Tahoe housing.
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July 16, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Community leaders in Washoe County are taking bold steps to tackle the urgent need for affordable housing and home rehabilitation in Gerlach, igniting hope for local residents.

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Washoe County partners with Rebuilding Together for Gerlach housing rehab initiative
Washoe County launches a housing rehabilitation program in Gerlach to assist low-income homeowners.
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February 27, 2025 at 2:13 AM