16 items from public meetings in Humboldt County, Sonoma County, City of Santa Rosa and 2 more (meetings in the last 90 days and upcoming agendas), newest meeting first. Each item quotes the official agenda or minutes and links to the record.
Where: Humboldt County, CA (6) Sonoma County, CA (4) City of Santa Rosa, CA (3) Napa County, CA (2) El Dorado County, CA (1)
11.2* PUBLIC HEARING - APPEAL OF A TREE REMOVAL PERMIT APPLICATION - 721 SPRING STREET- PLN26-0189 BACKGROUND: An Appeal application has been filed, opposing the Director's approval of a Tree Removal Permit for one (1) Coast Redwood tree at a single-family residence. The Appeal application has been filed by Tom Murphy.
2. 26-1590 Hearing to consider CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, CUP25-0011/Suncast Lane Self Storage request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a 260,503-square-foot self-storage facility with 1,194 self-storage units. The project site consists of a three-story climate-controlled self-storage building
Pastori Minor Subdivision and Coastal Development Permit Extension Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 302-091-010 Record No.: PLN-2023-18184-EXT Eureka area A two-year extension to an approved Minor Subdivision of a 0.95 acre parcel into two parcels of approximately 11,451 square feet (Parcel 1) and 29,816 square feet (Parcel 2). The parcel is currently developed with a single-family residence and shed that will remain 2. Page 4 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT October 1, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA on proposed Parcel 1. Parcel 2 will be vacant and suitable for residential development. The parcel is served with community water and sewer provided by the Humboldt Community Services District. The parcel is located within the Coastal Zone; therefore, a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) extension is also required. The subdivision is consistent with the density established by the 2017 Humboldt County General Plan for which an EIR was certified, and accordingly no further environmental effects that are peculiar to the project or the parcel on which the project is located. That the Planning Commission: 1 - Adopt the resolution (Attachment 1), which does the following: a - Finds the project exempt from environmental review pursuant to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan or Zoning) of the State CEQA Guidelines; and b - Finds that the development has not changed from that for which the permit was granted, and the findings made for approval of the minor subdivision can still be made…
Parks Major Subdivision Extension Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 510-193-039 Record No.: PLN-2024-19037-EXT03 McKinleyville area The third and final, two-year extension of a Major Subdivision (PLN-2019-15467 and 3. Page 5 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT October 1, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA PLN-2020-16880) of an approximately 1.54-acre parcel into nine lots between 5,002 square feet (net) and 7,728 square feet (net) in three phases - Lot 1, Lots 2-4, and Lots 5-9. The site is developed with two single family residences that will remain on proposed Lots 1 and 2, respectively. Pursuant to Section 325-9 of the Subdivision Regulations, an exception request was submitted to allow a reduced right of way width. The parcels will
Black Dog Partnership, LP General Plan Amendment and Zone Reclassification; Lot Line Adjustment; and Special Permit Assessor Parcel Number 510-081-001; 510-081-002; and 510-081-003 Record No.: PLN-2021-17029 McKinleyville Area A General Plan Amendment and Zone Reclassification to increase the Community Services (CS) Land Use designation and the Community Commercial Zone (C-2) by approximately 2.95 acres and reduce the Residential Low Density (RL) land use designation and Residential One-Family Zone (R-1) by the same amount on APNs 510-081-001, 510-081-002, and 510-081-003 which have a combined total area of approximately 7.42 acres. The project also includes a lot line adjustment between APNs 510-081-002 and 510-081-001. The new parcel boundaries would coincide with the proposed General Plan 1. Page 8 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT October 1, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA and Zoning boundaries. The Applicant proposes expanding the operations of the McKinleyville Ace Hardware including additional paving of approximately 53,250 square feet for an estimated 56 parking spaces, as well as gravel surface of approximately 38,770 square feet. Also proposed is the construction of three structures totaling 11,730 square feet including a greenhouse as well as lumber rack structures. The existing site entrance is proposed to be reconfigured to take access from the new access road proposed through APN 510-081-001. The proposal also includes a Special Permit for new and after the fact filling of wet…
RPCA Solar 5, LLC, Conditional Use Permit Extension & Modification Assessor Parcel Numbers 313-091-019 & 313-091-020 Record No’s.: PLN-2020-16320 (original project) 2. Page 4 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT September 17, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA PLN-2026-19505 (extension & modification) Alton Area Extension and Modification of a previously approved Conditional Use Permit (PLN-2020-16320). The original Use Permit was approved by the Planning Commission on April 21, 2021, and authorizes development of a commercial solar photovoltaic power generation facility occupying approximately 27 acres of a 39-acre agriculturally zoned property. The modification requests modest expansion and reconfiguration of the development footprint and road system to include a fenced area of approximately 28-acres and reduction of the setback from a seasonal wetland feature from 150 feet to 50 feet. No other changes to the original project are proposed. The project would install and operate an assemblage of photovoltaic modules and inverters capable of generating approximately four (4) megawatts (MW) of power. Equipment would be mounted on a steel racking system anchored into the ground using driven steel piers. The overall height of the array would be no more than 8-feet tall as measured from existing grade. If approved, the extension will expire April 16, 2029. This is the third extension request received to date.
Call Structure Protection Exemption Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 017-203-002-000, 017-203-001 Record No.: PLN-2026-19576 Eureka area A Coastal Development Permit (CDP) to authorize tree removal associated with two CALFIRE Structure Protection Exemptions - one for 0 - 150’ and the other 150’ - 300’. The 0 - 150’ Exemption will include a small portion of tree removal on the adjacent parcel (APN 017-203-001). The trees are mostly Redwood with some Douglas-Fir and other conifers. Redwood trees to be removed range in size up to 71.1 inches in diameter at breast height (dbh). The parcel is approximately 6.5-acres in size and developed with a single-family residence and accessory structures. The parcel is served with community water provided by the Humboldt Community Services District and an on-site wastewater treatment system.
BACKGROUND: The requirement for all businesses providing massage services to apply and obtain a Massage Establishment Certificate began through the adoption of the Massage Ordinance that went into effect on April 18, 2025. As a result, a Massage Establishment Certificate application was submitted by business owner Weihong Hu on September 23, 2025, on behalf of Highway 12 Massage located at 4908 Hwy 12, Santa Rosa, CA 95409. Staff reviewed the application and through the course of the investigation found illicit advertisements online for the establishment which included the location and published phone number for the business. RECOMMENDATION: The Planning and Economic Development Department recommends that the Planning Commission, by resolution, deny the Appeal and uphold the decision of the Planning and Economic Development Director to deny the Massage Establishment Certificate for the property located at 4908 Highway 12. Ex Parte Disclosures: None. Senior Code Enforcement Officer DeBaca presented. Staff responded to Commissioner questions. City of Santa Rosa Regular Meeting Minutes Page 3 of 6 September 10, 2026Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes - Draft Chair Weeks opened the Public Hearing at 4:52 p.m. Appellant Representative presented. There were no public comments. Appellant Representatives responded to Commissioner questions. Chair Weeks closed the Public Hearing at 5:05 p.m. A motion was made by Commissioner Cisco, seconded by Vice Chair Duggan, to waive read…
HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR THE EMERALD ISLE CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY, LOCATED AT 2021 GULLANE DRIVE AND 0 THOMAS LAKE HARRIS DRIVE, SANTA ROSA, APNs 173-670-004 AND 173-670-016, FILE NO. PLN25-0258.
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Conditional Use Permit, Coastal Development Permit, and Special Permit Record No.: PLN-2025-19320 APN: 511-042-004-000 McKinleyville area A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is requested to authorize the erection and operation of an 89-foot tall, unmanned wireless telecommunications facility. The structure would be located within an approximately 414 square-foot fenced lease area and will 1. Page 6 COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT September 3, 2026Planning Commission AGENDA be capable of hosting equipment for one other wireless carrier. Stealthing is included to help disguise the facility and obscure the visibility of antennas and other equipment by making the structure look like an evergreen tree complete with faux branches on its “trunk”. The applicant plans to install a variety of equipment on the tower, including 12 AT&T Antennas, RRUs, cabling and fiber, as well as an equipment shelter and a 30kW generator. The parcel is currently developed with two residences and accessory structures. The parcel is located within the Coastal Zone; therefore, a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) is also required. A Special Permit is required to exceed the height limit.
File: UPE19-0072 Applicant: Kamal Azari Owner: Kamal Y. Azari and Pari Azari Trust Cont. From: July 31, 2025 Staff: Derik Michaelson Env Doc: An Initial Study has been recirculated pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, and the project’s potential environmental impacts have been analyzed. A Mitigated Negative Declaration finding that potential environmental impacts may be mitigated to acceptable levels is proposed. All mitigation measures have been incorporated into the project conditions of approval. Proposal: Use Permit modification amending the approved (UPE06-0055) operation of an 8,000-case production winery on a 16.72-acre parcel to include the adjacent 16.67-acre parcel under the same ownership for the following uses: (1) establishment and operation of a new 2,400-square-foot public tasting facility with 5,400 square-feet of outdoor patio space, up to 20 daily visitors, two employees, a 30-space gravel parking lot, and 11:00am to 5:00pm operating hours, Thursday through Sunday; and (2) use of the proposed tasting facility for hosting seven annual winery events during regular public tasting hours, including five promotional and two industry-wide events for up to 125 guests with nine event staff and 29 additional overflow parking spaces, located on two contiguous parcels totaling 33.39 acres in the unincorporated Dairy Belt region of Petaluma. Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the proposed Mitigated Negative Declarati…
File: DRH23-0002 Applicant: Two Crowa Graton LLC (Simon and Noah Zimmerman) Owner: Two Crows Graton LLC Cont. From: July 16, 2026 Staff: Alisa Rossetti Env Doc: Exemption under Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 Proposal: Design Review for a new 33-space mobilehome park with 20 percent of spaces affordable to low-income households, on a 1.92-acre parcel. The project would recieve sewer service from Graton Community Service District and require the construction of two new wells and formation of a public water system to provide onsite water supply. One parking space is proposed for each site unit and primary ingress/egress is proposed fron Graton Road, with a cesondary entrance off Highway 116 reserved for emergency services. Recommended Action: Permit Sonoma reecommends that the Planning Commission adopt the resolution finidnt he project statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 and approving Design Review for the proposed 33-space mobilehome park subject to the conditions of approval in Exhibit A. Location: 8525 Graton Rd., Sebastopol APN: 130-176-013 District: Five Zoning: R3 B6 DU ( High Density Residential with a 20 dwelling unit per acre density), LG/116 (HWY 116 Scenic Corridor), OAK (Oak Woodland), SR ( Scenic Resource)
File: UPE25-0004 Applicant: Tim Mayclin Owner: Capitalist Pig Trust (Tim Mayclin) Cont From: N/A Staff: Jen Chard Env Doc: Categorical Exemption Proposal: Use Permit for a commercial dog kennel with a maximum of 15 dogs daily and 2 full time employees, and recognition of an existing horse boarding operation that was acknowledged through previous building permits for the barns on a 2.11-acre parcel Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Use Permit request to allow a commercial dog kennel with a maximum of 15 dogs daily and 2 full time employees on a 2.11-acre parcel with hours of operation 7:30AM to 6:00PM, Monday through Friday, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval Location: 900 Mecham Rd., Petaluma APN: 022-020-024 District: Two Zoning: Land Extensive Agriculture (LEA), 100-acre density (B6 100) and no combining zones.
A. ETERNAL PRESERVES HOLDINGS LLC. / HOWELL MOUNTAIN CEMETERY / USE PERMIT NO. P2O. 00030, usE PERMTT FOR AN EXCEPTION TO THE CONSERVATION REGULATIONS P2s-00293, AND AN EXCEPTION TO THE ROAD AND STREET STANDARDS CEQA STATUS: Consideration and possibte adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation, Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP). According to the proposed Mitigated Negative Dectaration, the proposed project would not have any potentially significant environmental impacts after imptementation of mitigation measures. Mitigatlon measures are proposed for the following areas: Biological and Tribal Cultural Resources. The pro.iect site is not included on a [ist of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5.. REQUEST: Approval of a use permit to estabtish a green buriaI cemetery to include the following (1) construct replacement of the existing wetl (E15-000784); (2) demotition of both single-story structures; (3) construction of a singte-story 509 square-foot wetcome center inctuding two restrooms; (4) designate a tota[ 16.19 acres of interment areas sptit among eight interment areas which range in size from 0.18 to 7.52 acres; (5) estabtish approximately 1.5 mites of traits with minor grading; (6) construct a driveway with an automatic gate; and (7) conduct limited grading for a total of a 0.69 acre impact area. The project atso requests an Exception to the Conservation Regutations in the form of a Use Permit (P25-00293)…
A. PONDEROSA ONE, LLC / 80 CLEAR CREEK ROAD / VIEWSHED PROTECTION PROGRAM APPLICATION #P22-00182-VIEW & ROADS & STREET STANDARDS EXCEPTION CEQA Status: Consideration and possible adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program (MMRP). According to the proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration and MMRP, the proposed project would not have any potentially significant environmental impacts after implementation of mitigation measures proposed for the following area: Biological Resources. In accordance with Section 15105(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, Napa County submitted the proposed Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration to the State Clearinghouse for a 30-day review period beginning September 23, 2025, and running through October 22, 2025 (State Clearinghouse No. SCH 2025091008) https://ceqasubmit.opr.ca.gov/. The project site is not included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. Request: Approval of a Viewshed Protection Program application on APN 027-310-032 for earthmoving activities, new construction and expansion of existing structures on slopes exceeding 15% and located on a minor ridgeline. The project consists of the construction of a 3,830 sq. ft. underground storage structure, a 6,240 sq. ft. tennis pavilion with an interior Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) adjacent to an existing tennis court and the expansion of an existing single-f…
File: DRH23-0002 Applicant: Two Crows Graton LLC (Simon and Noah Zimmerman) Owner: Two Crows Graton LLC Cont From: N/A Staff: Alisa Rossetti Env Doc: Exemption under Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 Proposal: Design Review for a new 33-space mobilehome park with 20 percent of the spaces affordable to low-income households, on a 1.92-acre parcel. The project would recieve sewer service from Graton Community Service District and require the construction of two new wells and formation of a public watersystem to provide onsite water supply. One parking space is proposed for each unit and a primary ingress/egress is proposed from Graton Road , with a secondary entrance off Highway 116 reserved for emergency services. Recommended Action: Permit Sonoma recommends that the Plannning Commission adopt the resolution finding the project statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act persuant to the Public Resources Code Section 21080.66 and approving Design Review for the proposed 33-space mobilehome park subject to the conditions of approval in Exhibit A. Location: 8525 Graton Rd., Sebastopol APN: 130-176-013 District: Five Zoning: R3 B6 20 DU (High Density Residential with a 20 dwelling units per acre density), LG/116 (HWY 116 Scenic Corridor), OAK (Oak Woodland), SR (Scenic Resource) Action: Appeal Deadline: Resolution No.: 26-0_ Vote: Commissioner Kapolchok: Commissioner Reed: Commissioner Bahning: Commissioner Koenigshofer: Commissioner McCaffery: Ayes: Noe…
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