10 MONTEREY COUNTY WEEKLY JULY 16-22, 2026 www.montereycountynow.com The designs for 22 inclusionary single-family homes got the green light on July 8 from the Monterey County Planning Commission in a 10-0 vote, 16 years after the homes were approved by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors as a condition of approval for a 73-unit, market-rate luxury home development in Carmel Valley. Previously known as September Ranch, the project has since been renamed ONE Carmel. Of the 22 in the neighborhood dubbed “ONE Grove,” 15 will be for moderate-income households and seven will be considered workforce/ affordable housing. Eligible moderate-income buyers can earn up to 120 percent of the area median income at the time of sale, the workforce housing will be for those earning up to 150 percent of AMI. Meanwhile, the nearby future luxury homes for “high-net-worth buyers” start at $15 million. “Trophy compounds” start at $25 million. Homesites are available starting at $6 million. Lots range from 2.5 to 12 acres. Design approval by the Planning Commission put the inclusionary units another step closer to actual construction, bringing much-needed affordable housing to Carmel Valley. The County only recently gained “statutory compliance” of its housing element from the California Department of Housing and Community Development for the years 2023-2031 and has yet to have a fully certified element more than two years after it was due. The County must plan for a total of more than 3,300 units from very low- to above moderate-income by 2031. The ONE Grove homes fall into the moderate-income category, of which the County has only realized 12 units out of 420, according to the state. “I move approval of inclusionary housing because I’m thrilled to have it,” said Commissioner Martha Diehl before the vote. “My comment would be how soon can we have it because I would really like to see it happen after all these years.” How quickly those units come online depends on how fast sales and permitting of the luxury units take place. Each individually designed luxury home will be reviewed and approved by the County’s Housing and Community Development Department. Housing Program Manager Darby Marshall told commissioners that the development agreement requires that half of all the inclusionary housing building permits must be issued prior to the 12th market-rate building permit being issued. The remaining 11 units must be constructed prior to the 41-st market-rate permit issued. The farmhouse-inspired inclusionary homes will each come with a covered carport. The development also includes two small parks for younger and older children. Both ONE Carmel and ONE Grove sit on 891 acres, 90 percent of which will remain permanently protected. The developers are promising a “reimagining” of September Ranch’s public equestrian center. The iconic red barn has been preserved and will be used for equestrian events, art exhibitions, performances and other events. All For One Affordable home units come closer to fruition in Carmel Valley as part of a pricier development. By Pam Marino The inclusionary home designs by LADC, an architectural, building and construction management firm based in San Jose, include natural materials and darker colors to blend into the landscaping. NEWS “I’m thrilled to have it.” LADC The Monterey Peninsula is a leader in water conservation. Thank you for your commitment to being water wise! Learn more at: montereywaterinfo.org/events JOIN US FOR FREE CONSERVATION WEBINARS Join us for free, interactive workshops in July, August and September, presented by Green Gardens Group via Zoom. Wednesday, July 22 Change Your Landscape Without Breaking the Bank 6–7 p.m. Thursday, September 3 You Can Design Your Own Garden 6–7:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 15 Remove Turf, Get a Meadow 6–7 p.m. Thursday, August 13 Art in the Garden: The Sculpted Landscape 6–7 p.m. Insured by NCUA 1The dividend rate and Annual Percentage Yield (APY) are accurate as of 07/14/2026. The dividend rate and APY may change at any time. There is no minimum balance required to earn the stated APY. The minimum deposit for the 19-month certificate special is $500. The APY is based on an assumption that dividends will remain in the account until maturity. Any fee, withdrawal or transfer reduces earnings and there may be penalties for early withdrawal. This certificate is not extended to organization accounts. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice. Call 1-877-GOLDEN 1 (1-877-465-3361) for current rates. 0726-MTW Visit a branch, call 1-877-465-3361 or scan to learn more Limited-time offer 4.15% with a Term Savings Certificate Earn up to APY1
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