Vice Mayor Sergio Lopez voted no even though he supported the fees, citing concerns about other aspects to the item that would require small housing projects to convert at least 15% of homes into affordable housing or pay a fee.
Community Development Director Rob Eastwood said the city added the exceptions so the policy wouldn't hinder development in Campbell. He said the money gives a needed lift to the city's affordable housing efforts, especially for 100% affordable projects.
Jacob Billitteri, senior project manager for affordable housing developer Charities Housing, said it helps to have existing funding sources to secure state tax credits that help subsidize affordable developments.
The city expects the new fees to generate about $300,000 annually and up to $4 million in 15 years for affordable housing initiatives.
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