Los Gatos is seeing plans for a 138-townhome development that will replace one of its last orchards. The proposal, submitted by Urban Catalyst, aims to provide affordable housing but would result in the removal of 374 walnut trees. This project is a response to a state-mandated housing requirement for nearly 2,000 new homes by 2031. The controversial builder's remedy law, which limits local control over development projects, has opened the door for more such proposals, prompting concerns among local residents about its impact on the community's character and environment.
(We're) doing what we can to (have) a nice balancing act between what the town really wants, but also doing what the town really needs, which is more housing.
The orchard project is one of more than 10 proposed builder's remedy developments in Los Gatos, highlighting the community's shift towards urbanization despite its agricultural roots.
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