Alpine & Ramona: Inclusionary Housing Vote June 24, 2026
On June 24, 2026—just two days away—the San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on an inclusionary housing ordinance affecting unincorporated areas including Alpine, Ramona, and Spring Valley. If approved, the ordinance will require new market-rate housing developments to include affordable housing units.
What the Ordinance Requires
The Draft Inclusionary Housing Ordinance mandates that new market-rate developments include affordable housing units. While final percentages are not officially released, county documents suggest 10-15% set-aside requirements based on similar California county programs.
For example, a 20-unit development might require 1-2 units at Very Low-income levels and 1-2 at Low-income levels. The ordinance applies only to unincorporated San Diego County areas, not incorporated cities like San Diego or Chula Vista.
Ramona Planning Groups Express Concerns
At a May 7 Ramona presentation, local planning group members warned the ordinance could "pile new steps onto already long approval processes, weaken local control and make builders think twice about starting projects."
Paul Stykel, a Ramona planning group member, cautioned the proposal adds time to an already drawn-out permit process. These concerns reflect unease about how the inclusionary housing mandate will affect property development timelines and values in Alpine, Ramona, and other unincorporated communities. Ramona property owners already face new wildfire regulations, adding to the regulatory complexity.
Why Some Property Owners Are Acting Before June 24
The June 24 deadline has created urgency for some property owners. While the inclusionary housing ordinance affects new developments (not existing homes), landowners with undeveloped parcels or development-potential properties are evaluating whether to sell before potential regulatory impacts. The inclusionary housing requirements represent a significant policy shift for unincorporated areas.
Cash buyers offer 7-14 day closings with no financing contingencies. Unlike traditional sales requiring 45-60 days, cash transactions provide certainty and eliminate appraisal delays—valuable for time-sensitive decisions before regulatory changes.
When is the San Diego County inclusionary housing vote?
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors will vote on the Draft Inclusionary Housing Ordinance on June 24, 2026. The ordinance applies to unincorporated areas including Alpine, Ramona, Spring Valley, and other communities outside incorporated city boundaries. Property owners can contact the County Planning Department at (858) 505-6677 or PDS.LongRangePlanning@sdcounty.ca.gov for information about how the ordinance might affect specific properties.
Will this ordinance affect my existing Alpine or Ramona property?
The ordinance applies to new market-rate housing developments, not existing single-family homes. However, if you own undeveloped land or properties with future development potential, the new affordable housing requirements (typically 10-15% of units based on similar county programs) may affect development feasibility, timelines, and property values. Developers may adjust land valuations to account for mandatory affordable unit requirements.
Why consider cash buyers before the June 24 vote?
Cash buyers provide 7-14 day closings with no financing contingencies, offering certainty for property owners making time-sensitive decisions before regulatory changes. While the ordinance won't directly affect existing homeowners, landowners with development-potential properties may prefer to exit before the regulatory landscape shifts. Cash sales eliminate traditional 45-60 day timelines, appraisal contingencies, and loan approval risks.