Andres Duarte ex-school site housing development
Key Questions
What is the proposed development at the Andres Duarte ex-school site?
The 13-acre site, including a park and former school property, proposes using 7 acres for 169 townhomes. A city council hearing on the development is upcoming.
How does this development affect local schools?
The project amplifies strains on Cupertino Union School District (CUSD) and Fremont Union High School District (FUHSD) due to increased enrollment, traffic, and safety concerns, especially alongside Linda Vista, Vallco, and Stevens developments. State law prevents school districts from collecting impact fees on new developments, prompting the City Council to consider an ordinance to prevent school overcrowding.
What measures are being discussed to address school overcrowding from new housing?
The City Council is considering an ordinance to prevent school overcrowding caused by new subdivisions. This comes as state law prohibits school districts from imposing impact fees on such developments.
13-acre site, 7 acres for 169 townhomes; Council hearing upcoming. Amplifies CUSD/FUHSD enrollment/traffic/safety strains with Linda Vista/Vallco/Stevens/Mary Ave.