Summary
Council issued a $230 million revenue bond to support the Coyote Mesa workforce housing project on DP Road.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $230 million revenue bond backs the project.
Workers seeking housing in Los Alamos.
Residents see slower maintenance and service delivery where departments are understaffed.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Planning and Zoning Commission — October 7, 2026
Commissioners pressed staff on how much land is actually available to build on: 118 vacant, developable lots are currently zoned for housing, and roughly 250 more could come with duplexes, plus ADUs are allowed nearly everywhere. An estimated housing deficit of about 2,500 units is being rechecked.
Environmental Sustainability Board — September 17, 2026
Departments across the county can't fill entry-level parks, streets, and transit jobs — a problem staff tied directly to housing costs. The county is trying trainee positions modeled on its successful lifeguard program to get people in the door.
Transportation Board — August 6, 2026
Council issued a $230 million revenue bond to support the Coyote Mesa workforce housing project on DP Road.
Planning and Zoning Commission — June 24, 2026
Council's housing manager reported roughly 2,400 new units are needed countywide; about ten active housing projects are underway, with a new interactive map available on the county website.
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