Council grapples with seven-story proposal on edge of downtown

""The proposed density is simply too much for this location. The proposed structure is too tall and would loom over nearby single-family homes," said Mayer, who lives around the corner on Addison Avenue."

""A project of this scale will fundamentally alter the character of this neighborhood," neighbor Catherine Cohen said."

""This is not a transition. This is just a wall," Reckdahl said."

""It's frustrating to always hear apartments be treated as temporary dwelling units. They're homes, and for some, these homes carry sentimental value," said Stone, who has rented an apartment in Palo Alto for 10 years."

The Palo Alto City Council discussed a proposed seven-story building at 910 Webster Street, which would replace a two-story apartment complex. Developer Prabhas Kejriwal's project has faced opposition from neighbors, including Marissa Mayer, who argue it is too tall and dense for the area. Council members expressed mixed opinions, with some supporting the project for its potential to add housing, while others raised concerns about sunlight loss and neighborhood character. Vice Mayor Greer Stone criticized the replacement of affordable apartments with more expensive units.

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