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Redwood City Housing in 2026: Affordable Homes, New Projects and What Residents Should Know

Affordable housing development in Redwood City California

Housing remains one of the biggest long-term issues shaping Redwood City, and 2026 has brought several concrete developments rather than just another round of general discussion. The City Council committed nearly $13 million toward new affordable housing projects in May, while Redwood City continues implementing its broader Housing Element, tenant protections, preservation programs, and policies […]

How Redwood City’s Greater Downtown Plan Could Reshape the Area Around Caltrain

Downtown Redwood City development near Caltrain

Redwood City is in the middle of a long-range planning process that could influence how its central neighborhoods grow, connect, and function for decades. The Greater Downtown Area Plan, or GDAP, is not a finished redevelopment blueprint. It is a city-led effort to create a refreshed vision for Downtown Redwood City and nearby neighborhoods while […]

Redwood City Summer Events 2026: What’s Still Happening This August and September

Outdoor movie night in Redwood City California

Summer is not winding down quietly in Redwood City. As of August 2026, the city still has several weeks of outdoor music, movies, arts programming, park events, and community gatherings on the calendar. That makes late summer a particularly useful time for residents, Peninsula commuters, families, and visitors who want an easy local outing without […]