HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-12-17 Planning & Transportation Commission Agenda PacketPLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Special Meeting
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Council Chambers & Hybrid
6:00 PM
Planning and Transportation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the
option to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety
while still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to
participate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and
participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if
attending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen Media
Center https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas and
minutes are available at http://bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91641559499)
Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an
amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes
after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to
Planning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Commission and available
for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are
referencing in your subject line.
Spokespersons that are representing a group of five or more people who are identified as
present at the meeting at the time of the spokesperson's presentation will be allowed up to ten
(10) minutes at the discretion of the Chair, provided that the non‐speaking members agree not
to speak individually. The Chair may limit Public Comments to thirty (30) minutes for all
combined speakers. The Chair may reduce the allowed time to speak for Study Sessions and
Action Items to two (2) minutes or less to accommodate a larger number of speakers.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only
by email to Planning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.
Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To
uphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage
devices are not accepted.
Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,
posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not
create a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when
displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or
passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.
TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the
meeting is in progress. The Commission reserves the right to use more or less time on any item,
to change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may
be heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best
manage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS
1.Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Assignments
ACTION ITEMS
Public Comment is Permitted. Applicants/Appellant Teams: Fifteen (15) minutes, plus three (3) minutes rebuttal. All others:
Five (5) minutes per speaker.
2.Recommendation on an Ordinance Implementing Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A‐D of
the Housing Element, Including Modifications to: 1) Chapter 18.14: Housing Incentives to
Update Regulations for the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and Housing
Incentive Program (HIP); 2) Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation; and 3) Modifications
to Base Zoning Districts Throughout Title 18. The Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan
Environmental Impact Report (EIR), considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024,
analyzed potential environmental impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element
including Programs 3.3 and 3.4. (Continued from December 11, 2024)
6:10 PM – 7:40 PM
STUDY SESSION
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
3.Study Session to Review Potential Amendments to the Regulations for the El Camino Real
Focus Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Program
3.4E of the Adopted 2023‐2031 Housing Element. Environmental Assessment: On April
15, 2024, Council adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to the
Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
7:40 PM – 9:10 PM
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. W r i t t e n p u b l i c c o m m e n t s m a y b e s u b m i t t e d b y e m a i l t o
planning.commission@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30,
Firefox 27, Microsoft Edge 12, Safari 7. Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, download the Zoom application
onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Commission. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit
your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONSpecial MeetingTuesday, December 17, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPlanning and Transportation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andminutes are available at http://bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91641559499)Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toPlanning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Commission and availablefor inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you arereferencing in your subject line.Spokespersons that are representing a group of five or more people who are identified aspresent at the meeting at the time of the spokesperson's presentation will be allowed up to ten(10) minutes at the discretion of the Chair, provided that the non‐speaking members agree notto speak individually. The Chair may limit Public Comments to thirty (30) minutes for allcombined speakers. The Chair may reduce the allowed time to speak for Study Sessions andAction Items to two (2) minutes or less to accommodate a larger number of speakers.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to Planning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. Touphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storagedevices are not accepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,
posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not
create a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when
displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or
passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.
TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the
meeting is in progress. The Commission reserves the right to use more or less time on any item,
to change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may
be heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best
manage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS
1.Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Assignments
ACTION ITEMS
Public Comment is Permitted. Applicants/Appellant Teams: Fifteen (15) minutes, plus three (3) minutes rebuttal. All others:
Five (5) minutes per speaker.
2.Recommendation on an Ordinance Implementing Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A‐D of
the Housing Element, Including Modifications to: 1) Chapter 18.14: Housing Incentives to
Update Regulations for the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and Housing
Incentive Program (HIP); 2) Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation; and 3) Modifications
to Base Zoning Districts Throughout Title 18. The Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan
Environmental Impact Report (EIR), considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024,
analyzed potential environmental impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element
including Programs 3.3 and 3.4. (Continued from December 11, 2024)
6:10 PM – 7:40 PM
STUDY SESSION
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
3.Study Session to Review Potential Amendments to the Regulations for the El Camino Real
Focus Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Program
3.4E of the Adopted 2023‐2031 Housing Element. Environmental Assessment: On April
15, 2024, Council adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to the
Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
7:40 PM – 9:10 PM
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. W r i t t e n p u b l i c c o m m e n t s m a y b e s u b m i t t e d b y e m a i l t o
planning.commission@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30,
Firefox 27, Microsoft Edge 12, Safari 7. Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, download the Zoom application
onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Commission. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit
your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONSpecial MeetingTuesday, December 17, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPlanning and Transportation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andminutes are available at http://bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91641559499)Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toPlanning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Commission and availablefor inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you arereferencing in your subject line.Spokespersons that are representing a group of five or more people who are identified aspresent at the meeting at the time of the spokesperson's presentation will be allowed up to ten(10) minutes at the discretion of the Chair, provided that the non‐speaking members agree notto speak individually. The Chair may limit Public Comments to thirty (30) minutes for allcombined speakers. The Chair may reduce the allowed time to speak for Study Sessions andAction Items to two (2) minutes or less to accommodate a larger number of speakers.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to Planning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. Touphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storagedevices are not accepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the
meeting is in progress. The Commission reserves the right to use more or less time on any item,
to change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may
be heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best
manage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS
1.Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Assignments
ACTION ITEMS
Public Comment is Permitted. Applicants/Appellant Teams: Fifteen (15) minutes, plus three (3) minutes rebuttal. All others:
Five (5) minutes per speaker.
2.Recommendation on an Ordinance Implementing Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A‐D of
the Housing Element, Including Modifications to: 1) Chapter 18.14: Housing Incentives to
Update Regulations for the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and Housing
Incentive Program (HIP); 2) Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation; and 3) Modifications
to Base Zoning Districts Throughout Title 18. The Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan
Environmental Impact Report (EIR), considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024,
analyzed potential environmental impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element
including Programs 3.3 and 3.4. (Continued from December 11, 2024)
6:10 PM – 7:40 PM
STUDY SESSION
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
3.Study Session to Review Potential Amendments to the Regulations for the El Camino Real
Focus Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Program
3.4E of the Adopted 2023‐2031 Housing Element. Environmental Assessment: On April
15, 2024, Council adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to the
Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
7:40 PM – 9:10 PM
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. W r i t t e n p u b l i c c o m m e n t s m a y b e s u b m i t t e d b y e m a i l t o
planning.commission@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30,
Firefox 27, Microsoft Edge 12, Safari 7. Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, download the Zoom application
onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Commission. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit
your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONSpecial MeetingTuesday, December 17, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPlanning and Transportation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andminutes are available at http://bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91641559499)Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance toPlanning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Commission and availablefor inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you arereferencing in your subject line.Spokespersons that are representing a group of five or more people who are identified aspresent at the meeting at the time of the spokesperson's presentation will be allowed up to ten(10) minutes at the discretion of the Chair, provided that the non‐speaking members agree notto speak individually. The Chair may limit Public Comments to thirty (30) minutes for allcombined speakers. The Chair may reduce the allowed time to speak for Study Sessions andAction Items to two (2) minutes or less to accommodate a larger number of speakers.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to Planning.Commission@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.Once received, the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. Touphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storagedevices are not accepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.TIME ESTIMATESListed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while themeeting is in progress. The Commission reserves the right to use more or less time on any item,to change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items maybe heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to bestmanage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALLPUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. Three (3) minutes per speaker.AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSThe Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS1.Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and AssignmentsACTION ITEMSPublic Comment is Permitted. Applicants/Appellant Teams: Fifteen (15) minutes, plus three (3) minutes rebuttal. All others:Five (5) minutes per speaker.2.Recommendation on an Ordinance Implementing Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A‐D ofthe Housing Element, Including Modifications to: 1) Chapter 18.14: Housing Incentives toUpdate Regulations for the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and HousingIncentive Program (HIP); 2) Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation; and 3) Modificationsto Base Zoning Districts Throughout Title 18. The Addendum to the Comprehensive PlanEnvironmental Impact Report (EIR), considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024,analyzed potential environmental impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Elementincluding Programs 3.3 and 3.4. (Continued from December 11, 2024)6:10 PM – 7:40 PMSTUDY SESSIONPublic Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.3.Study Session to Review Potential Amendments to the Regulations for the El Camino RealFocus Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Program3.4E of the Adopted 2023‐2031 Housing Element. Environmental Assessment: On April15, 2024, Council adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to theComprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR).7:40 PM – 9:10 PMCOMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS ANDAGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. W r i t t e n p u b l i c c o m m e n t s m a y b e s u b m i t t e d b y e m a i l t o
planning.commission@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30,
Firefox 27, Microsoft Edge 12, Safari 7. Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Commission, download the Zoom application
onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Commission. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit
your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 916 4155 9499 Phone:1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONSpecial MeetingTuesday, December 17, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid6:00 PMPlanning and Transportation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with theoption to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safetywhile still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose toparticipate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe andparticipate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged ifattending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live onYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived agendas andminutes are available at http://bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC. 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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: December 17, 2024
Report #: 2411-3818
TITLE
Director's Report, Meeting Schedule, and Assignments
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) review and
comment as appropriate.
BACKGROUND
This document includes the following items:
Upcoming PTC Agenda Items
PTC Meeting Schedule
PTC Representative to City Council (Rotational Assignments)
Commissioners are encouraged to contact Veronica Dao (Veronica.Dao@CityofPaloAlto.org) to
notify staff of any planned absences one month in advance, if possible, to ensure the
availability of a PTC quorum.
PTC Representative to City Council is a rotational assignment where the designated
commissioner represents the PTC’s affirmative and dissenting perspectives to Council for
quasijudicial and legislative matters. Representatives are encouraged to review the City Council
agendas (https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City-Hall/City-Council/Council-Agendas-Minutes) for
the months of their respective assignments to verify if attendance is needed or contact staff.
Prior PTC meetings are available online at https://midpenmedia.org/category/government/city-
of-palo-alto/boards-and-commissions/planning-and-transportation-commission.
UPCOMING PTC ITEMS
Special Meeting – January 15, 2025
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3265 El Camino Real – PC/PHZ
January 29, 2025
Parking Programs Update
Draft Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: PTC 2024 Schedule & Assignments
Attachment B: PTC 2025 Schedule
AUTHOR/TITLE:
Jennifer Armer, Assistant Director
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Planning & Transportation Commission
2024 Meeting Schedule & Assignments
2024 Schedule
Meeting Dates Time Location Status Planned Absences
1/10/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Cancelled
1/31/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
2/14/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
2/28/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
3/13/2024 5:00 PM Hybrid Special
Joint Meeting w/ HRC
3/27/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular Hechtman
4/10/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
4/15/2024 5:30 PM Hybrid Joint Meeting w/ Council
4/24/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
5/8/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular Lu
5/29/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
6/12/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
6/26/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
7/10/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
7/31/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
8/14/2024 5:30 PM Hybrid Special
8/28/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
9/11/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
9/25/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
10/9/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
10/30/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
11/13/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
11/27/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
12/11/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
12/17/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Special
12/25/2024 6:00 PM Hybrid Cancelled
2024 Assignments - Council Representation (primary/backup)
January February March April May June
Cari Templeton
Keith Reckdahl
Bart Hechtman
Doria Summa
Bryna Chang
George Lu
Doria Summa
Allen Akin
Keith Reckdahl
Cari Templeton
George Lu
Bryna Chang
July August September October November December
Allen Akin
Bart Hechtman
Doria Summa
George Lu
Cari Templeton
Keith Reckdahl
Bart Hechtman
Bryna Chang
George Lu
Bart Hechtman
Doria Summa
Cari Templeton
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Planning & Transportation Commission
2025 Meeting Schedule
2025 Schedule
Meeting Dates Time Location Status Planned Absences
1/8/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
1/15/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Special
1/29/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
2/12/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
2/26/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
3/12/2025 5:00 PM Hybrid Regular
3/26/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
4/9/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
4/30/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
5/14/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
5/28/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
6/11/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
6/25/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
7/9/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
7/30/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
8/13/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
8/27/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
9/10/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
9/24/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
10/8/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
10/29/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
11/12/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
11/26/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
12/10/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Regular
12/31/2025 6:00 PM Hybrid Canceled
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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: December 17, 2024
Report #: 2412-3874
TITLE
Recommendation on an Ordinance Implementing Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A-D of the
Housing Element, Including Modifications to: 1) Chapter 18.14: Housing Incentives to Update
Regulations for the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and Housing Incentive
Program (HIP); 2) Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation; and 3) Modifications to Base Zoning
Districts Throughout Title 18. The Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact
Report (EIR), considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024, analyzed potential environmental
impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element including Programs 3.3 and 3.4. (Continued
from December 11, 2024)
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) recommend to the
City Council amendments to Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) to
implement Programs 3.3A, B, and D and 3.4A-D of the Housing Element regarding the
Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) and Housing Incentive Program (HIP).
BACKGROUND
This action item was originally scheduled for the December 11, 2024 PTC meeting with a full
staff report published on the City’s website1. Please refer to the December 11, 2024 staff report
for information on this project. Due to a lack of time for full consideration, the item was
continued to a date certain, December 17, 2024. Meeting minutes of the December 11, 2024
meeting are not yet available. However, the video for the meeting is viewable online2.
1 December 11, 2024, PTC Meeting, Agenda Item 3:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=13772
2 December 11, 2024 PTC Meeting Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG1vtqxmyck&ab_channel=CityofPaloAlto
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ATTACHMENTS
There are no attachments.
AUTHOR/TITLE:
Jean Eisberg, Consultant
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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: December 17, 2024
Report #: 2411-3771
TITLE
Study Session to Review Potential Amendments to the Regulations for the El Camino Real Focus
Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Program 3.4E of the
Adopted 2023-2031 Housing Element. Environmental Assessment: On April 15, 2024, Council
adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan
Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the Planning & Transportation Commission (PTC) conduct a study session to
review a summary of issues and recommendations and provide feedback on potential changes
to the geographic boundaries of, and development standards set forth in, the El Camino Real
Focus Area in Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC), with the objective
of supporting housing production and affordability.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Adopted in December 2023, the El Camino Real Focus Area offers more generous
development standards in a small portion of properties fronting El Camino Real near Page Mill
Road in exchange for projects providing 20 percent of residential units at up to 80% of Area
Median Income (AMI). The Focus Area developed as an alternative to State Density Bonus
Law and Builder’s Remedy.
This report discusses an approach for implementing Housing Element Program 3.4E, which calls
for amendments to the El Camino Real Focus Area. This report asks the PTC to consider two
changes to the El Camino Real Focus Area: (1) geographic expansion to add sites to the Focus
Area, and (2) modifications to Focus Area development standards. The report introduces four
tiers for expansion based on criteria such as lot size, Housing Element opportunity site status,
developer interest, proximity to public transit, and adjacencies to R-1 zoning districts.
The report also considers modifications to Focus Area standards to allow for viable high-density
residential and mixed-use projects that are contextually appropriate based on surrounding uses
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and proximity to transit and services. Different standards may apply to different portions of the
Focus Area depending on this context.
Staff asks the PTC to consider the following questions:
1. Which geographic areas should the Focus Area expand to?
2. Should development standards (particularly FAR, building height, and parking) be
adjusted for different sections of the Focus Area?
3. Are the modified daylight plane and height transition standards acceptable to
accommodate both higher density development and light and air for lower density
residential neighbors?
4. Should the stepback standard on El Camino Real be modified to allow more massing
on the El Camino Real frontage?
BACKGROUND
El Camino Real Focus Area
On December 18, 2023, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5608 to rezone sites
identified in the 2023-2032 Housing Element to meet the Regional Housing Needs Assessment
(RHNA) required under State law. This action implemented Program 1.1 of the Housing
Element and included specific zoning changes to properties on El Camino Real south of Page
Mill Road, known as the “El Camino Real Focus Area.” This area extends along the west side of
El Camino Real, between Page Mill Road and Matadero Avenue, as shown in Figure 1. Within
this Focus Area—and as an alternative to State Density Bonus Law—applicants may elect to
utilize more generous development standards in exchange for providing 20% of units at a cost
affordable to households making up to 80% of Area Median Income (i.e., “low income”).
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Figure 1: Existing El Camino Real Focus Area
The Focus Area was both a response to several proposed housing project applications
submitted under State Density Bonus Law and Builder’s Remedy, and a proactive effort to
create a set of regulations to encourage transit-oriented mixed-income housing in a way that
allows for more predictability through compliance with the City’s design and development
standards. More specifically, this Focus Area was identified as being well-suited for higher
density housing developments for the following reasons:
1.Location: This location has excellent access to services, shopping, California Avenue,
jobs, Stanford campus, public transit, and bicycle facilities.
2.Neighborhood Context: The Focus Area is primarily surrounded by commercial uses,
with only a few areas adjacent to lower density residential neighborhoods (e.g., at
Matadero Avenue). At Palo Alto Square, there are already taller buildings, with two
approximately 140-foot office buildings located near the Page Mill Road intersection. The
parcel sizes are larger and deeper than what are typically found on El Camino Real,
creating opportunities for larger projects.
3.Community & Decision-Maker Input. In part for the aforementioned reasons, the
Housing Element Working Group, City Council Housing Ad Hoc Committee, and the
Planning & Transportation Commission had previously discussed creating a cohesive
plan for this area as part of the Housing Element.
4.Motivated Property Owners: Several property owners/lessees within the Focus Area
had expressed interest in residential or mixed-use development or submitted
preliminary or formal planning applications. In the case of the applications, project
proposals have included densities under State Density Bonus law and through the
Builder’s Remedy process that far exceed base district regulations (see Figures 2 and 3
below).
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Figure 2: Builder’s Remedy Proposal for 3150 El Camino Real
Figure 3: Builder’s Remedy Proposal for 3400 El Camino Real
The El Camino Real Focus Area zoning became effective January 17, 2024. As a second step,
the Housing Element anticipated further changes to the Focus Area, as detailed below.
Housing Element Certification & Program 3.4E
Council adopted the revised 2023-2032 Housing Element on April 15, 2024, and the California
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) certified the Housing Element on
August 20, 2024. The Housing Element includes Program 3.4E to amend the El Camino Real
Focus Area:
E. Expand the geographic boundaries of the El Camino Real Focus Area (adopted in 2023) to
incentivize housing production at appropriate locations. Increase building height and floor area
ratios and apply other objective standards, such as transitional height restrictions, to address
single family zoning district adjacencies. The proposed standards will be an alternative to the
state density bonus.
The work effort described in this staff report represents the next step to expand the
geographic reach of the Focus Area and adjust development standards to make sure that they
are both viable for developers and maintain the City’s design priorities, especially around
height and massing transitions.
Builder’s Remedy – AB 1893
The “Builder’s Remedy” section of the Housing Accountability Act (HAA) (Gov. Code Section
65589.5) currently includes the same affordability requirement as the Focus Area. However,
Assembly Bill (AB) 1893, which goes into effect January 1, 2025, modifies the HAA to allow
alternate and reduced affordability requirements, including for Builder’s Remedy applications
that have already been submitted. Existing Builder’s Remedy applicants at 3150 El Camino
Real and 3400 El Camino Real (within the existing Focus Area), 3606 El Camino Real (identified
as a Tier 1 expansion area), and 3781 El Camino Real (identified in Tier 2 expansion area) will
have the option to reduce their affordability requirements under the Builder’s Remedy to:
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•7% of units are affordable to extremely low-income households (<30% AMI); or
•10% of units are affordable to very low-income households (<50% of AMI); or
•13% of units are affordable to lower-income households (<80% of AMI); or
•100% of units are affordable to moderate-income households (<125% of AMI)
For an applicant to choose the El Camino Real Focus Area rules (currently set at 20% of units
at <80% of AMI) over the Builder’s Remedy, there needs to be an incentive to do so.
Stakeholder Meetings
As part of this work effort, staff has been speaking with property owners and developers
within the El Camino Real Focus Area and in other portions of El Camino Real where the Focus
Area could apply to gauge the viability of the program, including the development standards
and affordability requirements. Based on their feedback, staff is asking the PTC to provide
feedback to staff on potential amendments to existing development standards to encourage
use of the program as an alternative to State Density Bonus Law.
Architectural Review Board (ARB) Feedback
The December 5, 2024 ARB study session was continued until December 19, 2024. The ARB is
expected to weigh in on height transitions, daylight planes, and stepbacks at that time.
DISCUSSION
Staff is looking for the PTC's feedback in two areas: (1) criteria for geographic expansion, and (2)
potential for modifications to development standards in existing and potential Focus Area
boundaries.
This analysis, illustrated in Attachment A, examines six criteria to divide clusters of sites into
four tiers based on the following criteria:
1. Lot size and shape: The existing Focus Area sites represent some of the largest and
deepest sites along the South El Camino Real corridor. Larger sites (above 0.5 acre) with
deeper lots are more developable, allowing for garage circulation and floor plates that
can accommodate double-loaded corridor housing development. Many sites in the middle
of the El Camino Real corridor are just 5,000 square feet, which generally does not
accommodate higher-density development with on-site parking. Attachment B highlights
larger parcel sizes, including accounting for contiguous sites owned by the same property
owners.
2. Consolidation opportunities: When the same property owner owns contiguous parcels,
there is an opportunity for lot consolidation. Attachment A analyzes these opportunities
based on parcel data and conversations with developers.
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3. Developer interest: Property owners and developers who have submitted applications
or contacted City staff to discuss potential housing developments demonstrate that
there’s interest in sites and that a development may be viable.
4. Housing Element opportunity sites: Opportunity sites have already been evaluated in the
Housing Element for appropriate site conditions for redevelopment and the most likely
to develop during this Housing Element cycle.
5. Proximity to public transit: Based on City transit-oriented development policy in the
Comprehensive Plan, locations near Caltrain offer opportunities for people to live near
transit and services and reduce reliance on personal vehicles.
6. No R-1 zone adjacencies: The existing Focus Area generally does not abut R-1 zoning
districts, with the exception of the Creekside Inn site. Because of potential impacts on
existing low-density residential neighborhoods, areas considered for expansion should
generally avoid adjacencies with R-1 zoned properties, or provide for transitions
between lower and higher density development through height and massing
regulations.
Attachment A analyzes these criteria and places groups of sites into one of four tiers. Staff and
consultants took a broad view of potential expansion areas for the El Camino Real Focus Area,
examining all sites on South El Camino Real, from Stanford Avenue to the City’s southern
border. Staff recommends that Tier 1 and 2 sites be considered for inclusion in the expanded
Focus Area, potentially with reduced development standards. The majority of these sites lie
within the northern half of the study area. Tier 3 and 4 sites are not recommended for
consideration as expansion areas for the Focus Area, though sites could continue to redevelop
using base district regulations and other applicable density bonus incentives, such as the
Housing Incentive Program or State Density Bonus Law.
This tiering system is a quantitative and qualitative analysis, considering both these criteria as
well as planners’ professional perspectives and effort to create a zoning strategy that has
continuity and ease of administration (i.e., contiguous parcels, appropriate height/density
context). Generally, most sites within Tiers 1 and 2 meet at least four criteria, but these
criteria carry different weights. For example, lot size is critical to supporting higher-density
development if there is on-site parking, while proximity to transit is desirable. Designation as
a Housing Element opportunity site is a helpful tool for highlighting viable sites, but developer
interest is even more telling (and also a factor in identifying some opportunity sites).
Tier 1: Most Appropriate for Focus Area
Tier 1 sites have the highest potential for inclusion in the Focus Area with the current set of
development standards. This includes sites closest to services, Caltrain, with developer interest
and/or Housing Element opportunity site status, and some medium to large site sizes. This area
includes the following locations:
•Intersection of California Avenue and El Camino Real: Closest access to services on
California Avenue commercial core and the Caltrain station, no low density residential
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adjacencies, several housing element opportunity sites, some larger lot sizes, and some
developer interest.
•South side of Matadero Avenue: Contiguous with existing Focus Area, development
application submitted, consolidated site exceeds 2 acres, and no low density residential
adjacencies.
Tier 2: Moderately Appropriate for Focus Area
Tier 2 sites have moderate potential, where reduced development standards may be
appropriate compared to the current Focus Area standards. Tier 2 includes sites with
developer interest, often within 1 mile of Caltrain, and without low density residential
adjacencies. This area includes the following locations:
•North of College Avenue: At the north end of the corridor, sites are well-located near
services and transit, and there are several opportunity sites, but sites are very small.
These sites may not be able to take advantage of the Focus Area development
standards, unless developers do not include parking or are able to consolidate lots.
•Mid-Corridor: There are some pockets in the middle of the El Camino Real corridor that
include some larger opportunity sites, including some where developers have
expressed interest in housing development. These sites are further from transit and
services, and may require more than 1:1 parking ratios.
•Southern Border: Within one mile of the San Antonio Caltrain station, there are several
larger and deeper sites that are identified as Housing Element opportunity sites;
generally, these sites do not abut low density residential zoning districts.
•North Ventura Area: East side of El Camino Real, contiguous with existing Focus Area,
some larger sites with developer interest including opportunity sites, but also some low
density residential zoning adjacencies. Note the recently adopted North Ventura
Coordinated Area Plan zoning amendments already require 15% on-site affordable
housing for both ownership and rental units, so the Focus Area needs to offer additional
incentives (e.g., density and building height standards) to encourage the additional
affordable housing requirement of 20%.
The North Ventura area includes a property abutting El Camino Real-fronting properties at
470 Olive Avenue that is part of a series of parcels under common ownership. Although
zoned NV-R1, the site has been in continuous commercial use. Moreover, the site is part
of a series of sites subject to ongoing groundwater monitoring following discovery of an
underground tank on Page Mill Road found to be leaking volatile organic chemicals (VOCs)
into the soil and groundwater in the 1980s. As a result, redevelopment of the site will
require mitigation, such as vapor barriers and a soil and groundwater management plan.
This level of mitigation is unlikely to be financially feasible or conducive to construction of
a single-family home expected in an R-1 zoning district, but more viable for larger
residential or commercial developments. The property owner has expressed interest in
redevelopment as housing, and rezoning (e.g., to the abutting NV-MXM designation) to
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allow for higher density project. As this site abuts existing R-1 zoned single-family uses, it
would be subject to daylight plane and height transition requirements. Staff asks the PTC
to consider this rezoning as part of this Focus Area expansion.
Tier 3: Less Appropriate for Focus Area (Not Recommended for Inclusion)
Tier 3 sites have lower potential for inclusion in the Focus Area, as they are generally less able
to provide 20 percent on-site below-market rate housing and less conducive to higher
development standards (unless projects do not provide on-site parking). This area includes
the following locations:
•Mid-Corridor/El Camino Way: There are some other locations in the corridor, including
around El Camino Way, where sites are generally smaller and shallower, and
redevelopment at higher densities allowed by the Focus Area may not be viable without
lot consolidation.
•Southern Border: Within one mile of the San Antonio Caltrain station, there are several
larger sites that are identified as Housing Element opportunity sites; however, these sites
abut lower density residential zoning districts, where height transition requirements
would reduce development potential.
Tier 4: Not Appropriate for Focus Area Expansion (Not Recommended for Inclusion)
Sites in Tier 4 have the lowest potential for inclusion in the Focus Area. They generally do not
meet the criteria outlined above, since they are either not anticipated to redevelop or may
not be appropriate for more generous development standards due to parcel size, location,
and/or adjacencies. Most of these sites are located in the middle and southern part of the
corridor.
Many of these sites are located furthest from Caltrain and abut low density residential zoning
districts. Tier 4 also includes sites that have recently been developed and condominium sites
that are not expected to redevelop.
Potential Modifications to El Camino Real Focus Area Development Standards
City staff are looking for the PTC’s feedback on standards both for the expanded geographic
area and regarding height transitions adjacent to low density residential zoning districts
(typically R-1) in particular (for both the existing Focus Area and any expansion).
Table 1 reports the existing El Camino Real Focus Area standards. The key standards include a
maximum of 4.0 FAR, up to 85 feet building height, and 1 space per unit minimum parking
requirement. Since there are several different base zoning districts in the Focus Area, the
standards refer to base districts for other standards such as setbacks and landscape coverage.
For setback limits, Table 1 suggests standardizing setback requirements to be consistent with
the CN/CS/CC setback standards, which vary based on use and abutting zones.
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For the expanded Focus Area, City staff are considering modified standards—namely lower
FAR and building height—for areas further from public transit and services, with more low
density residential district adjacencies, and where the existing context is less conducive to
seven- to eight- story buildings. However, at these lower levels, projects likely cannot bear
the cost of 20% on-site affordable housing. Therefore, the on-site affordability requirement
may need to be adjusted as well.
Table 1: Existing and Potential El Camino Real Focus Area Development Standards
Potential Changes
Standards
Existing (18.14.020,
Table 3)
Existing Focus
Area
Expansion Area
Minimum Front Setback See base district
regulations
0' - 10' to create a 12' effective sidewalk
width
Minimum Rear and
Interior Side Setbacks
(abutting residential zone
district)
Deferred to base
district regulations
10'
Minimum Rear and
Interior Side Setbacks
(abutting non-residential
zone district
Deferred to base
district regulation
10’ for residential use
None for non-residential use
Minimum Street Side
Setback
Deferred to base
district regulation
5’
Maximum FAR 4.0 (Total)No change Reduced for sites further
from transit
Maximum Site/Landscape
Coverage
See base district
regulations, except
permitted above the
ground floor
No change Same as existing focus
area regulation
Maximum Lot Coverage 70%No change Same as existing focus
area regulation
Maximum Density (du/ac)None No change Same as existing focus
area regulation
Maximum Height 85 feet No change Reduced for sites further
from transit
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Potential Changes
Standards
Existing (18.14.020, Table 3)Existing Focus Area Expansion Area
Daylight Plane See base district regulations
for standards for daylight
planes
No change Same as existing
focus area
regulation
Height
Transitions
•Within 100 feet of low
density residential (RE, R-
2, or RMD) or R-1 single
family zone district
property line: 35 feet
•Between 100 and 150
feet of low density or R-1
zone district property
line: 45 feet
Modifications recommended (see details
below)
Upper Story Step-
Back
El Camino Real frontage
above 55 feet in height:
minimum six-foot step-back
from lower facade, for a
minimum 70% of the facade
length; and average setback
from the property line for
the entire facade shall be 20
feet.
Reduce or eliminate
stepback to allow for
full height on the El
Camino frontage
Reduce or eliminate
stepback to allow
for full (reduced)
height on the El
Camino frontage
Open Space 100-square-foot per unit
(any combination of
common and/or private)
No change Same as existing
focus area
regulation
Minimum
Residential Parking
one space per unit
(Per AB 2097: zero space
per unit within ½ mile of
Caltrain)
No change Same as existing
focus area
regulation
Other Development
Standards
See base district regulations No change Same as existing
focus area
regulation
Design
Criteria/Standards
Architectural Review and
compliance with either
Objective Design Standards
pursuant to Chapter 18.24
or Context-Based Design
Criteria pursuant to base
district regulations.
No change Same as existing
focus area
regulation
Height Transitions
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Based on feedback from developers, the height transition standard for sites abutting R-1 zoning
districts, are too restrictive to allow for sufficient height and density otherwise allowed by the
Focus Area standards. The current height transition standard requires a reduced building height
limit of 35 feet within 100 feet of a R-1 zoning district boundary and 45 feet between 100 and
150 feet of the boundary. This is proving challenging for developers and will not work for
smaller sites with depths of 150 feet or less in much of the potential Focus Area expansion
areas. Moreover, this standard encroaches far beyond what the daylight plane allows. Table 1
suggests a modified standard to balance this height transition.
Existing height transition and daylight plane standards applicable to El Camino Real Focus Area
sites abutting the rear yard of an R-1 zoning district.
Figure 4: Existing Daylight Plane & Height Transition Standard
Height and daylight plane standards at the rear property line enable transitions between taller
buildings and existing single-family homes by limiting the amount of building mass at the
shared property line. In contrast, there is an opportunity to allow more massing on the El
Camino Real frontage where there are no adjacencies. At 100 feet wide, El Camino Real can
accommodate massing up to 85 feet without impacting light and air on neighbors. The existing
upper story stepback standard limiting building height to 55 feet (see Figure 5) may be
unnecessarily limiting. The City‘s objective design standards ensure that the even tall builders
will not appear overly massive, by requiring facade breaks and articulation.
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Figure 5: Existing Upper Story Stepback Standard (El Camino Real Frontage)
Questions for PTC
1. Which geographic areas should the Focus Area expand to?
2. Should development standards (particularly FAR, building height, and parking) be
adjusted for different sections of the Focus Area?
3. Are the modified daylight plane and height transition standards acceptable to
accommodate both higher density development and light and air for lower density
residential neighbors?
4. Should the stepback standard on El Camino Real be modified to allow more massing on
the El Camino Real frontage?
Next Steps & Timeline
Based on feedback from the ARB and PTC, City staff will prepare a draft ordinance, determine
whether additional CEQA review is required, and discuss the potential standards with
stakeholders. Subsequently, the ordinance and any CEQA review will be presented to the PTC
and City Council for consideration, which is anticipated by June 2025.
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Figure 2: Work Plan and Timeline
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Notice of a study session for this project was published in the Daily Post on November 22, 2024,
which is 13 days in advance of the meeting.
City staff and consultants have met with eight property owners and/or developers on the El
Camino Real corridor to explain the Focus Area program and solicit their feedback on existing
and potential standards. These stakeholders have expressed support for the overall policy
initiative and for the height and density standards, but concerns over the following
regulations in the current Focus Area: the height transition standard, interior setbacks
standards that would apply within development proposals, and special setback standards
(e.g., Hansen Way, El Camino Real).
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
On April 15, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 10155, approving an Addendum to
the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The addendum analyzed
potential environmental impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element. This includes
implementation of Housing Element Program 3.4E and associated increase in housing
production including the RHNA, Housing Element sites inventory, and other Housing Element
programs. Specifically, Housing Element Program 3.4E indicates that an additional 500 units
could be generated through expansion of the Focus Area.
If proposed changes to the El Camino Real Focus Area are projected to exceed 500 units, staff
and consultants will evaluate physical impacts of the changes and determine the appropriate
level of CEQA review prior to consideration of an ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Potential Geographic Expansion, by Tier
Attachment B: Consolidated Parcels, by Parcel Size
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AUTHOR/TITLE:
Jean Eisberg, Consultant
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4226
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4191
4193
3500
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3911
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4157
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3295
3327
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520
4111
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4100
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580
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4161
3460
3470
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3535 407405
473
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4218
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4206
4201
4211
4245
4228
4249
4075
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38963872
4192
4062 4068
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506 508
510
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4230
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4261
4260 4329
4271
4279
4234
4290
4250
4273
4232
4335
4261
4226
4228
4249
Mountain View
Los Altos
El Camino Real
Deodar Street
AlmaVillageCircle (Private)
Ventura Avenue
Maybell Avenue
Ryan Lane(Private)
Curtner Avenue
Barron Avenue
Second Street
Rickeys
Way (Private)
NobleStreet(Private)Magnolia
Drive North
East Meadow Drive
Whitclem Drive
Whitsell Street
Military Way
Pratt
Lane
(Private)Villa Vera(Private)
TimlottCourt
Lane66
La Jennifer
Way
Cashel Street(Private)
Los Robles Avenue
Starr King Circle
Cole
Court
(Private)
Georgia Avenue
Miller Avenue
George
Hood
Lane
Charleston Road
Arastradero Road
Barclay
Court
Wilkie
Court
El Centro Street
SilvaAvenue
Victoria
Place
Suzanne Drive
Monroe Drive
WhitclemPlace
Villa Real
(Private)
PenaCourt
Newberry
Court
Suzanne
Court
Duluth
Circle
Darlington
Court
Irven Court
Rickeys
Lane
(Private)
Ely Place
Encina Grande Drive
Timlott
Lane
Creekside
Drive
Davenport
Way
Florales Drive
La Donna Street
Vista Avenue
JosinaAvenue
Park Boulevard
WisteriaLane(Private)
Wright Place
CypressLane (Private)
Kelly Way
McKellar Lane
ParksideDrive
Hettinger
Lane
(Private)
Campana Drive
Arbol Drive
Solana Drive
Alma VillageLane (Private)
Wilkie Way
Carolina Lane
Cass Way
El Verano
Avenue
Amaranta Avenue
LundyLane
MadelineCourt(Private)
West Charleston Road
Magnolia Drive
La Selva Drive
Alta MesaAvenue
Thain Way
EmersonStreet
Verdosa Drive
San Jude Avenue
Ventura Court
Alma Street
Tennessee Lane
Maclane
El Camino Way
Lindero Drive
Greenmeadow
Way
Los Palos Avenue
Villa Vista(Private)
West Meadow Drive
Dinah's Court
Magnolia Drive South
Baker Avenue
Abel Avenue
Edlee Avenue
Ben Lomond Drive
Clemo Avenue
James Road
Ruthelma Avenue
La Para Avenue
Paul Avenue
Cereza Drive
Roosevelt Circle
R-1
R-1 (10000)
PF
PC-2930
RM-15
PC-3023
CS
RM-30
RM-15
RM-15
R-1
RM-30
CN
R-1 (S)
R-2
R-1 PF
RM-15
RM-30
PF
R-1R-2
R-1
CN
RM-15
RM-15
CS (H)
RM-30
PC-4190
PC-3041
PF
RM-30
R-1
RM-30
PC-2218
PC-2656
RM-15
PC-5116
RM-30
RM-15
PC-3133
PC-4511
RM-15
RM-30
R-1 (7000)
PF
RM-30RM-40
R-1 (S)
CS (L)
PC-4448
CS
CS (L)
RM-40
RM-30 PC-5034
R-1
CS
CS
CS (AD)
PC-4956
R-1 (8000)
R-1 (10000)
R-1 (8000)
R-1
R-1 (8000)(S)
R-1 (8000)(S)
R-1 (8000)
RM-15
RM-15
PC-3036
CS
CS
CS
CS (H)
RM-15
PF
CN RM-30
R-2
RM-15
CS (L)(D)
PF
R-1
R-1
This map is a product of City of Palo Alto GIS
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El Camino Real Focus Area
Housing Element Sites
Zoning
City Limit
ECR Frontage Parcels by Size
Less than 0.25 acres
0.25 - 0.5 acres
0.5 - 1 acres
1 - 2 acres
More than 2 acres
Item 3
Attachment B: Consolidated Parcel
Sizes
Packet Pg. 28