Planning CommissionMenlo Park
Public hearing for D-206 and related second floor plan
A public hearing will be held for the listed building plan.
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A public hearing will be held for the listed building plan.
A public hearing will be held for the listed item C roof and skylight details.
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.
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.
A public hearing will review a location map for the property at 1024 Sevier Avenue.
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the property at 1908 Menalto Ave owned by Changxu & Yaying.
Planning Commission reviewed a draft Below Market Rate (BMR) housing agreement and 12 development waivers.
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.
Staff will present findings that the proposed ordinance aligns with the city’s General Plan and helps meet regional housing needs. The commission is asked to adopt the ordinance.
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 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 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 Council will direct staff to take actions related to Senate Bill 79 for abundant and affordable homes near transit.
Council is asked to approve the city’s annual membership dues of $40,100 to the ADU Resource Center of San Mateo County.
Council is asked to waive first reading and introduce an ordinance amending the Zoning Code to implement the 2023‑31 Housing Element, streamline development review, and maintain code clarity.
The council is asked to let SB 79’s baseline obligations take effect immediately, without a temporary exclusion ordinance.
Staff are directed to keep the current GDAP plan area and continue the existing project scope.
The Council will direct staff to let the baseline housing obligations of SB 79 take effect without a temporary exclusion ordinance.
Council will waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending the Zoning Code to implement the 2023‑31 Housing Element and streamline development review.
The Homelessness Sub‑Committee will provide an update on its initiatives.
Council will direct staff to let SB 79 baseline obligations take effect without a temporary exclusion ordinance.
The council will receive an update on the Greater Downtown Area Plan (GDAP) progress and current status.