2024.11.26 PC Min
PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 I 7:00pm
City Hall Council Chamber
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Planning Commission meeting of November 26, 2024, was called to order at 7:00 pm
by Chair Zisser, and the following proceedings were had to wit.
ROLL CALL
Staff Present:
Rob Eastwood, Director
Victoria Thompson, City Attorney
Larissa Lomen, Assistant Planner
Roger Storz, City Engineer
COMMUNICATIONS
Two Desk Items for Item 1. Came in late, and were amended to the November 26, 2024 Planning
Commission Agenda posted online, and emailed to the Commissioners.
AGENDA MODIFICATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS
None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Planning Commissioners Present:
Alan Zisser, Chair
Matt Kamkar, Vice Chair
Adam Buchbinder
Michael Krey
Cori Majewski
Davis Fields
Planning Commissioners Absent:
Maggie Ostrowski
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This portion of the meeting is reserved for individuals wishing to address the Planning Commission on matters of
community concern that are not listed on the agenda. In the interest of time, the Chair may limit speakers to five
minutes. Please be aware that State law prohibits the Commission from acting on non-agendized items, however, the
Chair may refer matters to staff for follow-up.
No members of the public came forward to speak
PUBLIC HEARING
Commissioners Zisser, Krey, and Majewski disclosed visiting the project site. Chair Zisser also
disclosed residing within 500 feet of the site but stated that, as a renter and not the property
owner, there is no legal conflict requiring recusal, as confirmed by the City Attorney.
1. 90 E. Latimer Avenue – Minor Housing Development Permit Project and Tentative
Vesting Subdivision Map (Resolution/Roll Call Vote) – Reso 4726
Public Hearing to consider the application by Granite Ridge Properties to allow the
construction of 20 townhome units across four buildings and creation of 20 private lots and
two common lots, with associated site improvements; and use of Density Bonus Law
waivers and a concession from the Zoning Code and Multi-Family Development and Design
Standards (MFDDS), on property located at 90 E. Latimer Avenue. The application(s) under
consideration includes a Minor Housing Development Project Permit and Tentative Vesting
Subdivision Map, with use of Density Bonus Law (DBL) submitted under an SB-330
preliminary application filed in compliance with Government Code § 65941.1. File No.: PLN-
2024-92. Staff is recommending that this item be deemed Categorically Exempt from CEQA.
Planning Commission action is final unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk within 10
calendar days. Project Planner: Larissa Lomen, Assistant Planner.
Recommended Action: That the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving a
Minor Housing Development Project Permit and Tentative Vesting Subdivision Map with
use of Density Bonus waivers and a concession.
Summary of Discussion:
• Commissioners discussed the project's compliance with multifamily design standards,
setbacks, and height requirements.
• Public concerns included privacy, parking impacts, and the project’s compatibility with the
neighborhood's character.
• Staff clarified state law limits the Commission’s discretion, particularly under the Housing
Accountability Act and Density Bonus Law.
• Environmental studies confirmed the project would not exceed CEQA thresholds, and
stormwater treatment systems were incorporated into the design.
Motion: Upon motion by Commissioner Krey, seconded by Commissioner Kamkar, the
Planning Commission motioned to approve A Minor Housing Development Project
Permit with use of Density Bonus Law (DBL) waivers and a Concession from the
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Zoning Code and Multi-Family Development and Design Standards (MFDDS) to
allow construction of 20 townhome units across 4 buildings, with associated site
and landscaping improvements; and a Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map to allow
creation of 20 residential lots, 2 common lots, and related public and private
easements, on Property located at 90 E. Latimer Ave. File No.: PLN-2024-92
AYES: Kamkar, Zisser, Krey, Buchbinder, Majewski, Fields
NOES: None
ABSENT: Ostrowski
ABSTAIN: None
NEW BUSINESS
2. Options Concerning the Site and Architectural Review Committee (SARC)
The Commission reviewed a staff report discussing potential modifications to the SARC
process, including:
1. Restricting SARC reviews to commercial and industrial projects.
2. Moving SARC evaluations earlier in the process to identify design issues without
delaying project approval.
Summary of Discussion:
• Commissioners noted SARC reviews often duplicate Planning Commission
discussions, causing unnecessary delays.
• Staff emphasized the importance of early-stage feedback on projects in areas
with clear design guidelines, such as the downtown core.
• Suggestions included streamlining SARC to focus on significant projects and
aligning it with the city’s multifamily development standards.
Action:
The Commission directed staff to draft ordinance revisions combining the two primary
options—limiting SARC to certain projects and shifting its input to earlier stages in the
review process. This proposal will be included in a larger ordinance package expected to
be presented next month.
3. Report of the Community Development Director
Director Eastwood provided updates on:
• The city’s housing goals and compliance with state mandates.
• An upcoming ordinance addressing SARC and other procedural revisions.
• Wishing the Commission and staff a Happy Thanksgiving.
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Chair Closed Public Hearing
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 10:42pm to the Planning Commission meeting of December 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM, in
the City Hall Council Chambers, 70 North First Street, Campbell, California and via
telecommunication
PREPARED BY: _______________________________
Ken Ramirez, Administrative Analyst
APPROVED: ______________________________
Alan Zisser, Chair
ATTEST: ________________________________
Rob Eastwood, Secretary
Ken Ramirez (Jan 29, 2025 14:38 PST)
Ken Ramirez
Alan Zisser (Jan 29, 2025 15:53 PST)
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