HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-03-26 Planning & Transportation Commission Agenda PacketPLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
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.
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
Recognition of Doria Summa for her years of service on the Planning & Transportation
Commission
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 to Amend the El Camino Real Focus Area (Chapter
18.14 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code), Implementing Program 3.4E of the Housing
Element. CEQA Status: 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 Program 3.4E.
(Continued from March 12, 2025)
6:10 PM – 8:10 PM
3.Recommendation on a Resolution Amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map for
Purposes of Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation. CEQA
Status: Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR),
adopted November 17, 2023 (SCH #2014052101).
8:10 PM – 9:30 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
4.Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes
of February 26, 2025
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 COMMISSIONRegular MeetingWednesday, March 26, 2025Council 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.
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
Recognition of Doria Summa for her years of service on the Planning & Transportation
Commission
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 to Amend the El Camino Real Focus Area (Chapter
18.14 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code), Implementing Program 3.4E of the Housing
Element. CEQA Status: 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 Program 3.4E.
(Continued from March 12, 2025)
6:10 PM – 8:10 PM
3.Recommendation on a Resolution Amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map for
Purposes of Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation. CEQA
Status: Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR),
adopted November 17, 2023 (SCH #2014052101).
8:10 PM – 9:30 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
4.Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes
of February 26, 2025
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 COMMISSIONRegular MeetingWednesday, March 26, 2025Council 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.
SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAY
Recognition of Doria Summa for her years of service on the Planning & Transportation
Commission
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 to Amend the El Camino Real Focus Area (Chapter
18.14 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code), Implementing Program 3.4E of the Housing
Element. CEQA Status: 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 Program 3.4E.
(Continued from March 12, 2025)
6:10 PM – 8:10 PM
3.Recommendation on a Resolution Amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map for
Purposes of Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation. CEQA
Status: Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR),
adopted November 17, 2023 (SCH #2014052101).
8:10 PM – 9:30 PM
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
4.Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes
of February 26, 2025
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 COMMISSIONRegular MeetingWednesday, March 26, 2025Council 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.SPECIAL ORDER OF THE DAYRecognition of Doria Summa for her years of service on the Planning & TransportationCommissionCITY 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 to Amend the El Camino Real Focus Area (Chapter18.14 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code), Implementing Program 3.4E of the HousingElement. CEQA Status: The Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental ImpactReport (EIR), Considered by the City Council on April 15, 2024, Analyzed PotentialEnvironmental Impacts of the 6th Cycle Draft Housing Element Including Program 3.4E.(Continued from March 12, 2025)6:10 PM – 8:10 PM3.Recommendation on a Resolution Amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map forPurposes of Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation. CEQAStatus: Addendum to the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR),adopted November 17, 2023 (SCH #2014052101).8:10 PM – 9:30 PMAPPROVAL OF MINUTESPublic Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
4.Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes
of February 26, 2025
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.
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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
Report #: 2503-4240
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.
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UPCOMING PTC ITEMS
April 9, 2025
Crescent Park Traffic Calming Designs
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Code Modifications
April 30, 2025
Parking Program Update
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: 2025 PTC Schedule & Assignments
AUTHOR/TITLE:
Jennifer Armer, Assistant Director
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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 Templeton
3/12/2025 6:00 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 Hechtman
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
2025 Assignments - Council Representation (primary/backup)
January February March April May June
Bryna Chang
Bart Hechtman
Allen Akin
Doria Summa
Doria Summa
Cari Templeton
Bart Hechtman
Forest Peterson
Cari Templeton
Kevin Ji
Bryna Chang
Todd James
July August September October November December
Council
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Allen Akin
Forest Peterson
Kevin Ji
Bryna Chang
Todd James
Allen Akin
Forest Peterson
Cari Templeton
Bart Hechtman
Kevin Ji
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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
Report #: 2503-4357
TITLE
Recommendation on an Ordinance to Amend the El Camino Real Focus Area (Chapter 18.14 of
the Palo Alto Municipal Code), Implementing Program 3.4E of the Housing Element. CEQA
Status: 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 Program 3.4E. (Continued from March 12, 2025)
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) recommend the City
Council amend Chapter 18.14 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) to implement Program
3.4E of the Housing Element regarding the El Camino Focus Area.
BACKGROUND
This action item was originally scheduled for the March 12, 2025 PTC meeting with a full staff
report published on the City’s website.1 Please refer to the March 12, 2025 staff report for
information on this project. Due to a lack of time for full consideration, the item was continued
to a date certain, March 26, 2025. Meeting minutes of the March 12, 2025 meeting are not yet
available. However, the video for this meeting is viewable online. 2
AUTHOR/TITLE:
Jean Eisberg, Consultant
1 March 12, 2025, PTC Meeting, Agenda Item 3:
https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16498
2 March 12, 2025 PTC Meeting Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQAXQKwVv_A&ab_channel=CityofPaloAlto
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Planning & Transportation Commission
Staff Report
From: Planning and Development Services Director
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
Meeting Date: March 26, 2025
Report #: 2503-4350
TITLE
Recommendation on a Resolution Amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map for Purposes
of Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.40.180: Retail Preservation. CEQA Status: Addendum to
the Comprehensive Plan Environmental Impact Report (EIR), adopted November 17, 2023 (SCH
#2014052101).
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) recommend the City
Council adopt a resolution amending the El Camino Real Retail Node Map, illustrating retail
node locations on El Camino Real that are subject to Palo Alto Municipal Code Section
18.40.180: Retail Preservation, even when developed for housing.
BACKGROUND
The 2023-2031 Housing Element identified the retail preservation ordinance as a potential
constraint to housing development. Housing Element Program 3.4B calls for waivers from and
modifications to these regulations to accommodate more housing density and affordability
while focusing retail development in the most desirable locations in Palo Alto, including retail
node locations in South El Camino Real.
December 2024 Planning and Transportation Commission Hearing
On December 17, 2024, the PTC held a public hearing and recommended that the City Council
adopt an ordinance to modify the Housing Incentive Program, Affordable Housing Incentive
Program, and Retail Preservation Ordinance. As part of the motion, the PTC asked for the map
of retail nodes on El Camino Real to return to the PTC in the first quarter of 2025 to consider
additional retail node locations.
March 2025 City Council Hearing
On March 3, 2025, the City Council adopted, on first reading, an ordinance amending the zoning
code to implement programs in the City’s adopted Housing Element that modify the Housing
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Incentive Program (HIP), Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP), and Retail Preservation
Ordinance. The City Council motion was as follows:
1. Modify the retail node to extend along El Camino Real from Page Mill Road to the
southern city boundary, and refer to the Planning and Transportation Commission for
further discussion and recommendation to City Council; and
2. Exclude auto dealerships (AD overlay) near El Camino Real and Charleston Road from
the HIP Program.
This action has the effect of locating the entire El Camino Real corridor, south of Page Mill to
the City Boundary, within a node and therefore subject to the Retail Preservation Ordinance.
This includes continuing to require compliance with retail preservation regulations at the
automobile dealerships near Charleston Road, should existing tenants vacate their buildings or
the sites were to redevelop.
DISCUSSION
Consistent with both the City Council motion and the PTC’s December request, this item is an
opportunity to consider refinements to the large “interim” node along El Camino Real from
Page Mille Road to the southern border, and the possibility of creating new nodes in desired
retail locations.
Attachment A illustrates the current direction from the City Council, identifying a retail node at
the sites located in the automobile dealerships (AD) combining district on El Camino Real, as
well as an interim node protecting the majority of the corridor until further refinements are
made. Based on the objective of Housing Element Program 3.4B, staff’s recommendation is to
retain the five nodes depicted in green: California Avenue, North Ventura, Focus Area, Triangle
at El Camino Way, and the Auto Dealerships, and remove the interim node.
Attachment B is a series of maps identifying zoning districts and existing uses and businesses to
help guide the PTC in their decision-making and any windshield surveys.
Staff recommends that the PTC review these maps and conduct any necessary site visits of the
El Camino Real corridor to inform their discussion of this item.
FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT
Changes to the nodes subject to the Retail Preservation Ordinance are not anticipated to have
any direct fiscal impacts on the City budget.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
Preparation of the Housing Element included a range of community outreach methods,
including surveys, Working Group meetings, community workshops, and public hearings.
Hundreds of community members have participated in the Housing Element update over the
course of the project. Community members have an opportunity to provide feedback on the
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draft standards at PTC, Architectural Review Board (ARB), and City Council study sessions and
public hearings.
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 Programs 3.4, including changes to the Retail Preservation Ordinance.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: El Camino Real Retail Node Map
Attachment B: Working Maps of El Camino Real Districts, Uses, and Businesses
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: March 26, 2025
Report #: 2503-4379
TITLE
Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes of
February 26, 2025
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning & Transportation Commission (PTC) adopt the meeting
minutes.
BACKGROUND
Draft summary and verbatim minutes from the February 26, 2025 Planning & Transportation
Commission (PTC) meeting were made available to the Commissioners prior to the March 26,
2025 meeting date. The draft PTC minutes can be viewed online on the City’s website at
bit.ly/PaloAltoPTC.
ATTACHMENTS
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AUTHOR/TITLE:
Veronica Dao, Administrative Associate
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