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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
The Planning Commission will consider a design review request for a three‑story, 33‑unit townhome development on six non‑contiguous lots near Sherwood and Acacia Avenues.
Staff provided a preview of topics to be discussed at the next Subdivision Committee meeting.
Staff presented the Housing Element Program E-11 which offers incentives for developing extremely low‑income housing.
Staff will present updates on the Housing Element.
The Planning Commission approved a site development permit for a new 881‑square‑foot swimming pool with spa, hardscape, lighting, and fence at 13920 Mir Mirou Drive.
Staff presented recent California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) changes to ADU permitting.
The commission will consider a design review request for a three‑story, 33‑unit townhome project on non‑contiguous lots near Sherwood and Acacia Avenues.
The Planning Commission will consider a design review request for a six‑story, 19‑unit multifamily development at 349 First Street.
A developer seeks permits for a two‑story home, an ADU, an SB‑9 unit, a driveway variance, and a grading exception on La Barranca Road.
Commission will discuss the city's Housing Element implementation.
A reasonable accommodation was provisionally approved to increase the Maximum Development Area for the property at 12000 Kate Drive.
The Commission will review and adopt a resolution recommending the City Council adopt inclusionary housing regulations.
Staff will present incentives available for developing extremely low‑income housing under Housing Element Program E‑11.
The agenda provides updates on HCD ADU policies, CDD staffing, and the upcoming Subdivision Committee report.
The commission will consider a below‑market‑rate housing in‑lieu fee for a research and life‑sciences project at 985‑1005 O’Brien Dr. and 1320 Willow Rd.
The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the June 3, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes officially records past decisions and keeps the commission’s work transparent.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at Arrillaga Recreation Center, Oak Room or join via Zoom (Meeting ID 865 4847 4804).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Commission unanimously approved the Housing Commission meeting minutes for June 3 2026 and reordered the agenda to place item D3 before item D2.
Decided Aug 5, 2026.
The commission will choose a presenter and discuss the annual report presentation to the City Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the commission’s work is communicated to the City Council for policy alignment.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at Arrillaga Recreation Center, Oak Room, 700 Alma St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 or online via Zoom (Meeting ID 865 4847 4804).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public may address the Commission during the Public Comment period, limited to three minutes per speaker.
Decision update
The Housing Commission passed unanimously a motion to recommend to the Planning Commission approval of a below‑market‑rate housing in‑lieu fee for the proposed research and development/life sciences project at 985‑1005 O’Brien Dr. and 1320 Willow Rd.
Decided Aug 5, 2026.
The commission is asked to recommend a below‑market‑rate housing in‑lieu fee for a research and life‑sciences development at 985‑1005 O’Brien Dr. and 1320 Willow Rd.
The commission will review topics that may be added to future agendas.
The Zoning Administrator will hear a design review request for a residential addition at 108 Hillview Avenue.
The Zoning Administrator will approve the draft minutes from the 7-15-26 regular meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the minutes finalizes the official record of the previous meeting for city officials and the public.
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 Zoning Administrator approved the draft minutes of the regular meeting held on July 15, 2026, making them the official record of that meeting.
Decided Aug 5, 2026.
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public comment session for the 108 Hillview Avenue project.
The committee will discuss and vote on updates to the fence ordinance for the Objective Design Standards in the Housing Element.
Board will hear appeals from dozens of property owners.
