CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — Nearly 1,300 new high-density housing units could soon come to Clovis following a lawsuit that forced the city to find space.
“There is a benefit to this,” Planning and Development Services Director Renee Mathis told Action News. “Because of this infill rezone program, the city is able to accommodate additional housing to really address our housing crisis needs.”
Mathis described the 20 plots officials want to rezone.
“They are spread, pretty much, throughout the entire city of Clovis,” she said.
The rezoning could drastically change existing neighborhoods, bringing in a lot more people.
“At this point in time, the city is not in receipt of any proposals to actually construct or develop any higher-density residential units,” Mathis said. “That will depend on future development.”
Some residents are already raising concerns online. One person said she is worried about her home value and the class size at local schools.
“The city has received comments from neighbors around each of these sites with concerns about the density,” Mathis said.
City staff will hear from community members during public meetings, but they are primarily informational.
“What if residents tell you they’re not happy with these? Is there any wiggle room on these 20 proposed sites?” Action News asked.
“At this point, the city, in collaboration with the opposing counsel, has identified these sites based on criteria, and as a result of that judgment, the city’s hands are tied,” Mathis said.
It will still be months until the rezoning takes effect. After the informational sessions, the planning commission has to weigh in, and then the City Council must give its approval.
Officials tell Action News it could all be final by mid-2026.
