A seven-story project that rankled many Willow Glen residents will be allowed to move forward, after the San Jose Planning Commission denied an appeal that sought to limit the building’s impact to the neighborhood.
Redco Development had proposed a 126-unit mixed-use project near the intersection of Willow Street and Kotenberg Avenue, replacing a 5,500-square-foot commercial building that currently houses a liquor store.
The appeal on Wednesday argued the project did not meet certain city design standards. However, the Builder’s Remedy provision under state law limits the city’s authority to reject qualifying housing projects, even if they conflict with the general plan, land use, or zoning rules, except when public health or safety are threatened…