Housing Attainability and LASCAP Implementation
Summary
The plan includes no affordable housing units, arguing that added supply and raised minimum densities address the housing crisis. The specific plan bans single-family-only in five development areas and mandates minimum densities to force a mix of housing types.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Attainable-by-design housing variety is promised, but no units are deed-restricted affordable.
Buyers seeking townhomes, duplexes, and smaller-lot products rather than estate lots.
Lower-income households — the plan offers them no dedicated affordable units.
Mentions & discussions (7)
Planning & Zoning Commission — October 28, 2026
The plan includes no affordable housing units, arguing that added supply and raised minimum densities address the housing crisis. The specific plan bans single-family-only in five development areas and mandates minimum densities to force a mix of housing types.
City Council Meeting - FINAL — October 6, 2026
Community members and realtors urged the city to accelerate land use and zoning reforms to address Flagstaff's ongoing housing emergency and rising home prices.
Open Spaces Commission — June 22, 2026
The city is looking at major changes to its zoning rules to allow more housing types, increase density along transit lines, and reduce parking minimums. These changes aim to make housing more affordable and help meet carbon reduction goals, but commissioners raised concerns about how they might impact neighborhood character and tree preservation.
Housing Commission — January 22, 2026
The commission reviewed local rental data showing that while year-over-year rent increases have slowed, renters still need to make about $78,000 a year to afford a standard two-bedroom apartment. The report also noted rising vacancy rates, increased use of tenant incentives, and various move-in fees charged by property managers.
City Council Work Session — January 13, 2026
The city launched a new ADU Model Plans Library featuring 10 pre-approved designs to make building second units easier and more affordable, helping boost housing options.
City Council Meeting - FINAL — January 6, 2026
The City Council reviewed four options for updating the municipal energy codes, balancing aggressive climate action goals against potential increases in housing construction costs. Councilmembers debated the long-term utility savings versus upfront mortgage impacts for homebuyers.
Flagstaff City Council approves change to zoning for middle housing in response to state legislation
Flagstaff City Council approves change to zoning for middle housing in response to state legislation Arizona Daily Sun
Related development
STL 290 Specific Plan
Locks in the shape of the development — density minimums force a housing mix and 70 acres of open space come with the deal.
STL 290 Regional Plan Amendment
Sets the planning framework for the whole 290-acre development — where density, the lodge, and roads go.
Concept Zoning Map Amendment — 72.14 acres to SC/HC/MR (PZ-25-00159-01)
Delivers two commercial centers (grocery-type and restaurant-type), the lodge, and multifamily housing that can't be all-single-family.
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