Summary
The three Lamorinda cities jointly hired out pre-approved ADU plans to make additions cheaper and faster, and Temple Isaiah has applied for a new 16,000-square-foot two-story building — first public hearing July 6.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Free pre-approved ADU plans could cut design costs for homeowners adding units.
Homeowners considering ADUs, and Temple Isaiah's congregation.
Neighbors on Risa Road concerned about weekend traffic and parking may bear impacts if parking reductions are approved.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Planning Commission - Jul 6, 2026
Temple Isaiah wants to build a 16,565-square-foot two-story community building, taller than code allows and with less parking than required, on its wooded 11-acre campus. It got a friendly preliminary review and heads next to the Design Review Commission, with environmental review still to come.
Planning Commission - Jun 1, 2026
Temple Isaiah wants to build a two-story, 16,565-square-foot building on its Risa Road campus. The commission agreed to hear it early — before the CEQA document is done — to save about two months, though a nearby commissioner raised concerns about Saturday traffic and parking on Risa Road.
City Council Meeting - May 26, 2026
The three Lamorinda cities jointly hired out pre-approved ADU plans to make additions cheaper and faster, and Temple Isaiah has applied for a new 16,000-square-foot two-story building — first public hearing July 6.
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