Planning CommissionSan Mateo
Study session on single-family and lower-density multi-family zoning updates
Staff will present the city’s residential zoning code development standards.
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Staff will present the city’s residential zoning code development standards.
The commission will hear a proposal to merge two lots, demolish existing buildings, and construct an eight‑story mixed‑use building with 94 residential units and ground‑floor commercial space.
Commissioners will discuss whether district designations should be updated or maintained as part of the comprehensive zoning code update.
Commission members considered a proposal to demolish two existing commercial buildings and construct an eight‑story mixed‑use building with ground‑floor retail and 94 residential units. The staff recommended adopting the site plan, architectural review, development application, and a tentative parcel map to combine two lots. The project is classified as categorically exempt from further CEQA review.
Staff presented the city’s draft updates to residential zoning standards for single‑family and lower‑density multi‑family districts (R1‑R4). The commission took public comments and will give direction on whether to keep, modify, or adopt the proposed changes. This discussion does not trigger a CEQA review.
Adopt an ordinance to approve the development agreement for a new mixed‑use project totaling 239,628 square feet at 445 South B Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The development adds affordable housing and new office space, helping meet housing needs and supporting local economic growth while protecting the environment.
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 “Approve 445 S. B Street Mixed‑Use Development Ordinance” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
Adopt an ordinance approving a 239,628‑sq‑ft mixed‑use project with a 76,072‑sq‑ft affordable housing building and a 162,926‑sq‑ft office/commercial building.
The commission will consider a resolution recommending the City Council approve the site plan and development application for a new 232‑unit multifamily building at 220 W. 20th Ave.
The Council will adopt the 2026‑27 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.
What's happening
Why it matters
CDBG funds support affordable housing, community facilities, and economic development for San Mateo residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the City Council meeting in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom (see agenda).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments will be accepted in person and remotely during the meeting.
Decision update
The City Council adopted the 2026‑27 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and authorized the City Manager to execute the HUD Grant Agreement for CDBG funds.
Decided May 18, 2026.
The Commission will adopt a resolution to extend the approved Tentative Map, Site Plan, SPAR, and SDPA for the Block 21 mixed‑use project at 500 E. 3rd Avenue by two years.
The commission will adopt a resolution to extend the approved Tentative Map, Site Plan, SPAR, and SDPA for the project by two years.
The commission will hold a public hearing on the 2026-27 draft action plan for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs.