San Jose Berryessa Flea Market vendors have identified a former landfill as the ideal new location, yet a state law complicates the move. The Singleton site is in proximity to transportation and residential areas, making it a prime choice among eight proposed sites. However, the California Surplus Land Act mandates prioritizing city properties for affordable housing, hindering progress. City officials seek an exemption from state regulations, highlighting the economic value of the flea market, while environmental remediation could delay accessibility by several years.
The vendors and city can't move forward without a state exemption due to the California Surplus Land Act, which requires prioritization of affordable housing.
Initial indications from the Housing and Community Development Department indicate it is not inclined to exempt the site, but conversations with staff are ongoing.
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