Mixed Residential Density Ordinance (Implementation Measure 61)
Humboldt County
Description
New zoning allowing duplex-to-fiveplex development at up to 25 units per acre by right in R-1 and R-2 zones within Housing Opportunity Zones, adopted with an amendment allowing modifications via conditional use permit.
Impact summary
Opens the door for missing-middle housing across the 101 corridor, though neighbors get no notice or appeal for ministerial permits.
Applicant
- Name
- Humboldt County Planning and Building Department
- Address
- Housing Opportunity Zones in inland Redway, Garberville, Miranda, Weott, Scotia, McKinleyville and Eureka-area neighborhoods
At a glance
- Hearings
- 1
- Public comments
- 4
- Total mentions
- 1
Last vote · Board of Supervisors
Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Meeting timeline (1)
Related issues (2)
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