SV@Home welcomes San Jose’s newest Planning Commissioners, Khoi Nguyen (representing District 7) and Lawrence Casey (representing District 10)! Learn more about Commissioners Nguyen and Casey, and the important work of the Planning Commission.

SV@Home welcomes San Jose’s newest Planning Commissioners, Khoi Nguyen (representing District 7) and Lawrence Casey (representing District 10)! San Jose’s Planning Commission has the responsibility of making recommendations to the City Council on a range of land use and development issues. The Planning Commission holds public meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the City Council chambers. Ten Planning Commissioners in San Jose apply and are appointed by the City Council to represent the district they live in, along with one citywide commissioner who can live in any district in San Jose. 

In their applications, candidates for the Planning Commission are asked to describe specific objectives they would work toward as a member.

Khoi Nguyen stated, “My primary objective is to ensure that the voices of District 7 residents—especially underrepresented communities—are heard and reflected in the city’s planning decisions. I aim to advocate for balanced land use that promotes affordable housing, improves transit-oriented development, protects small businesses, and ensures sustainable growth. I also want to support policies that enhance walkability, green space, and access to essential services for all residents. Serving on the Planning Commission would give me the opportunity to contribute to responsible, forward-thinking development that respects our past while preparing for a better future. I want to help create a more equitable and livable San Jose for generations to come.”

Lawrence Casey said that, “As a Commissioner, I hope to enable San Jose to achieve the goals of Envision 2040. I’ve traveled the world and I know that Urban Villages are successful and can be beautiful. Bringing jobs and residences together will help San Jose to close the Jobs per Employed Resident gap. It will also provide much needed more affordable housing at a lower cost per resident for public services. While enabling development where needed and appropriate, I want to ensure that we protect our open spaces and greenbelt while enhancing our streetscapes as they are key to good mental health for our residents.”

SV@Home looks forward to working with Commissioners Nguyen and Casey, along with the rest of the Planning Commissioners, as we expand affordable housing opportunities in San Jose.