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Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution confirming Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement.
Commission will adopt a resolution to approve a use permit to demolish an existing duplex and build a new two‑story single‑family residence with an accessory dwelling unit on a substandard lot.
The Commission will open a public comment period where anyone can address the commission for up to three minutes. Written comments can be submitted online.
The commission will consider and adopt resolutions to approve a use permit, architectural control permit, and below‑market‑rate (BMR) housing agreement for demolition of four units and construction of five three‑story buildings with six dwelling units on a substandard lot width.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project creates affordable housing for low‑income households while altering lot dimensions and subdivision patterns in the area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242)
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, include agenda item number.
Decision update
The item “Use Permit & BMR Housing at 624 University Dr” was continued (6–0).
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
Commission will vote to adopt the minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Officially records decisions and actions taken, ensuring transparency.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at City Council Chambers or online via Zoom
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The commission approved the minutes of the June 22, 2026 Planning Commission meeting.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit that allows demolition of an existing duplex and construction of a new two‑story single‑family residence with an accessory dwelling unit on a substandard lot.
The Commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions that exceed 50% of the replacement value of the existing nonconforming house. The agenda also includes a permit for a two‑story residence that exceeds the existing floor area on a substandard lot.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project will enlarge the existing home and add a new two‑story residence, affecting neighborhood density, parking, and possibly the character of the Flood Park area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom at zoom.us/join – ID# 846 9472 6242 or attend in person at City Council Chambers, 751 Laurel St., Menlo Park.
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, include the agenda item number.
Decision update
The commission adopted a resolution approving a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions to the single‑family residence at 1024 Sevier Ave, including a two‑story addition that exceeds 50% of the existing floor area.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The Planning Commission will consider resolutions to approve a use permit, architectural control permit, and a below‑market‑rate (BMR) housing agreement for a new six‑unit residential project at 624 University Dr.
Planning Commission approves 12 waivers from development standards for a multifamily housing project.
The commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit to demolish an existing single‑story duplex and construct a new two‑story single‑family residence on a substandard lot with minimum lot‑depth issues.
What's happening
Why it matters
The approval would replace a duplex with a larger single‑family home and ADU, altering housing density and lot standards in the neighborhood.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242)
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, include agenda item number.
Decision update
The item “Use Permit for 1908 Menalto Ave. New Home” passed (6–0).
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The resolution confirms the project site is not subject to wildland fire hazard, explosion, or public health risks, and complies with CEQA guidelines.
The commission adopted a resolution referencing the City’s General Plan environmental impact reports and mitigation monitoring programs for housing projects.
General notes and conditions for the public hearing are provided.
A cover sheet titled “Architectural” is included in the agenda.
Planning Commission reviewed a draft Below Market Rate (BMR) housing agreement and 12 development waivers.
A public hearing will review a location map for the property at 1024 Sevier Avenue.
The map shows tree protection zone dimensions, setbacks, and height limits for the project.
Sign warns that only authorized personnel may enter the tree protection area.
The staff report presents a tree inventory and protection recommendations for the 624 University Dr site.
Window and door schedules, elevations, sections, survey, and landscape design documents are included.
Site plan, floor area, building coverage, elevations, and roof plans are included in the agenda.
The deck project has a site coverage of 18.3% (or 19.8%).
Principal Planner Sandmeier reported that the City Council will consider Specific Plan updates.
The commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve a use permit for interior modifications and first‑ and second‑story additions that exceed 50% of the replacement value of the existing nonconforming structure.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the permit allows major expansions that could change the size and density of the home and affect neighboring property standards.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242)
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, include agenda item number.
Decision update
The item “Use Permit for 1024 Sevier Ave. Additions” passed (6–0).
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The agenda lists upcoming Planning Commission meeting dates: July 27, 2026 and August 10, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Knowing future meeting dates helps residents plan to attend or comment on upcoming decisions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Future Planning Commission meeting schedule” was approved.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the property at 1908 Menalto Ave owned by Changxu & Yaying.
A perspective rendering facing Menalto Ave is shown in the agenda.
The project proposes replacing an existing duplex with a single‑family house and an attached accessory dwelling unit.
A public hearing will be held for the listed building plan.
A tree inventory is being presented.
Revised area plan for 1908 Menalto Ave is presented.
A public hearing will be held for the listed garage dimensions.
A public hearing will be held for the listed balcony dimensions.
A public hearing will be held for the listed building plan.
A public hearing will be held for the front view plan.
A public hearing will be held for the listed item C roof and skylight details.
A public hearing will be held for the listed item B.
A public hearing will be held for the listed lawn deck plan.
The Planning Commission will consider a resolution for the residential infill project.
A public hearing will be held to discuss the roof plan and a request for impact‑fee concessions for the proposed development.
A public hearing will be held to review the elevation drawings and setback measurements for the project.
A public hearing will be held to review the detailed floor plan showing unit layouts and skylights.
A public hearing will be held to discuss the traffic control and parking plan for the project at 624 University Dr.
A public hearing will be held to review the environmental exemption for the six‑unit infill project at 1908 Menalto Ave.
Exhibit A contains project plans, description letter, housing agreement, and density‑bonus waivers.
The Planning Commission will consider a resolution confirming CEQA compliance.
A public hearing will be held to confirm the project meets noise, air quality, and utility standards.
The resolution calculates a maximum floor‑area ratio of 6,582.14 sf based on code compliance.
The agenda includes a conceptual floor plan for Unit A of the project.
The agenda includes conceptual floor plans for Units B and C.
Presentation of floor area diagram for Unit A.
The agenda notes a request to reduce the transportation impact fee for two below‑market‑rate units at 1908 Menalto Ave.
Presentation of conceptual floor plan for Units E & F.
A warning sign designates a tree protection area where only authorized personnel may enter.
The resolution cites the housing element update and mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
The agenda includes detailed survey, grading, erosion, tree protection, and construction phasing plans for 624 University Drive.
Presentation of floor area diagram for Units E and F.
Presentation of floor area diagrams for Units B and C.
Presentation of building sections A through D.
Presentation of building sections E and F.
A grading plan for the site at 335 Pierce Road is presented.
The project meets all city codes except for waivers under State Density Bonus Law.
The resolution sets affordable housing payments at no more than 30% of household income for households earning up to 80% of area median income.
An arborist prepared a report for the property at 1908 Menalto Ave.
The project complies with R‑3 (Apartment) zoning and the General Plan land‑use designation.
The resolution addresses driveway easement and related mechanical equipment for multiple units on University Drive.
The agenda notes that all reports, plans, and data prepared by the consultant remain the consultant’s property.
The item includes the resale restriction agreement and insurance requirements for a very low‑income BMR home.
The agenda item provides Exhibit A detailing the property description for the project.
The item includes Exhibit B outlining the Below‑Market‑Rate (BMR) housing proposal.
The item requests recording of the agreement and deed restrictions governing resale controls for a low‑income BMR home.
A notary public certified the identity of the signer on a document.
Proposal adds two one‑bedroom units to existing four, making six units total.
Project provides four market‑rate units and two affordable units in R‑3 zone near El Camino Real.
Project will redevelop two vacant parcels into eight BMR homeownership units.
The project meets threshold criteria under Section 15192.
Community-level environmental review has been certified for the City’s General Plan, including the Housing Element.
The project satisfies CEQA requirements for public health, seismic, landslide, flood, open space, and conservancy criteria.
The project is within half a mile of a major transit stop, meeting CEQA location criteria.
The agenda item outlines insurance policies and coverage limits required for the project during its affordability period.
Project proposes four market‑rate detached units and two affordable units in a duplex.
The agenda item presents Exhibit C containing the resale restriction agreement for the BMR units.
Attachment B, Exhibit G for 624 University Drive is presented.
The site is a previously developed urban infill property with a four‑unit residential building.
Presentation of streetscape design for 632 University Drive.
The agenda item presents the Hunter ICZ-101 Drip Control Zone Kit specifications, including a 1" ICV Globe Valve and HY100 filter system.
The applicant asks for a BMR guideline incentive to allow smaller units and waive impact fees.
A resident submitted a letter urging careful environmental and public‑health review of a proposed demolition and construction near community spaces.
Describes a 20‑foot alley portion recorded as abandoned and adjacent to the property.
The city plans to redevelop two vacant parcels as Housing Element Opportunity Site #60 to meet its Regional Housing Needs Allocation.
All below-market-rate apartments are occupied and one person remains on the waitlist.
The city determined the project is consistent with horizontal, vertical, and rooftop building profile standards.
The city will apply its adopted Below Market Rate (BMR) preferences to the project, consistent with Fair Housing laws.
Developer proposes to replace a four‑unit building with six residential condominiums at 624 University Drive.
The applicant proposes to add a second story and expand the ground level of an existing 808‑sq‑ft two‑bedroom house, creating a 2,582‑sq‑ft single‑family residence.
The city found utilities are concealed and integrated with the building design.
The project will provide eight affordable homeownership units where payments cannot exceed 30 % of household income for at least 55 years.
Tim Wong, the City Housing Manager, submitted a proposal for reasonably equivalent alternatives to the BMR Guidelines.
The Planning Commission reviewed a project for a use permit, architectural control permit, and Below Market Rate (BMR) housing agreement.
The project proposes eight affordable homeownership units with payments no more than 30% of household income.
Exhibit A provides the property description for Parcel One (lots 5 and 6, block 4) at 335 Pierce Rd, APN 062-013-170.
Provides Exhibit B identified as 4884‑4301‑1531.
Provides Exhibit B identified as 4884‑4301‑1531 v10.
The commission will consider a resolution covering density‑bonus waivers and CEQA compliance for the Pierce Road project.
What's happening
Why it matters
Waivers can increase affordable housing units, and CEQA compliance ensures the project meets environmental standards.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted 6‑0 to adopt a resolution approving the use permit, architectural control permit, and below‑market‑rate housing agreement for 624 University Dr., and recommended that the City Council approve a tentative subdivision map and deny a density‑bonus request. This action is recorded as a commission approval of the items.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The Planning Commission considered a resolution concerning Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances and the State Subdivision Map Act.
Specifies property insurance covering all risks, including earthquake and flood, for 100% of the replacement value.
Owner must obtain and maintain the listed insurance policies throughout the affordability period.
The commission reviewed open‑space requirements, which do not apply to the eight‑unit project.
The commission examined exterior‑material standards, including stucco limits and window inset requirements.
The commission reviewed façade‑modulation standards, including length limits and required recesses.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution stating Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement for April 2025‑March 2026.
The Planning Commission is asked to adopt resolutions approving a use permit, architectural control permit, and BMR housing agreement for demolishing four existing units and building six new units on a substandard lot in the R-3 (Apartment) zoning district.
The Planning Commission approved a use permit, architectural control permit, and affordable housing agreement for the project in accordance with State Density Bonus Law.
The agenda includes a location map for the Pierce Road project.
The project arborist will inspect the site during soil excavation to document actions affecting protected trees.
The arborist must include a detailed work plan and mitigation treatments in their report.
The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a vesting tentative map for the project.
Staff report proposes expanding the ground level and adding a second story to the existing approximately 808‑sq‑ft two‑bedroom house, resulting in an approximately 2,582‑sq‑ft single‑family residence with four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
The commission examined exterior‑lighting standards to limit glare and light pollution.
The commission is asked to adopt a resolution that determines Presidio Bay Ventures demonstrated good‑faith compliance with the Development Agreement for the period April 2025 to March 2026 for the Springline project at 1300 El Camino Real.
What's happening
Why it matters
Confirming compliance ensures the developer meets agreed‑upon obligations, affecting project progress and city oversight.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Adopt resolution confirming Presidio Bay Ventures compliance for Springline project” passed (6–0).
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The commission is asked to approve a use permit, architectural control permit, and a below‑market‑rate housing agreement for two three‑story multifamily residential buildings with eight townhome units at 335‑355 Pierce Road.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the permits and BMR agreement will create affordable housing units for low‑income households and shape the neighborhood’s development.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The commission adopted resolutions approving a use permit, architectural control permit, and below‑market‑rate housing agreement for the Laurel Landing project, allowing two new three‑story multifamily buildings with eight townhome units in the R‑3 district.
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
