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2026-03-17 Human Relations Commission Agenda Packet
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION Special Meeting Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Council Chambers & Hybrid 6:00 PM Human Relations 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 reports are available at https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/City-Clerk/Boards-and- Commissions. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/91994548701) Meeting ID: 919 9454 8701 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 HRC@PaloAlto.gov and will be provided to the Commission and available for inspection on the City’s website three days before the meeting. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subject line. PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email to HRC@PaloAlto.gov 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. 1 Special Meeting March 17, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.CityofPaloAlto.org. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.Approval of the February 12, 2026 Human Relations Commission Draft Action Minutes. - Action - 5 minutes BUSINESS ITEMS 2.San Antonio Road Area Plan Land Use and Transportation Alternatives Study Session. CEQA Status: Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15262. – Discussion – 45 minutes 3.Discussion with Local Providers and Aaron Glantz, Investigative Reporter and Fellow at Stanford University’s Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, on Mental Health Challenges Faced by Veterans and Unhoused Individuals. – Discussion – 60 minutes 4.Review and approve the subcommitee and liaisons commissioner assignments. – Action – 20 minutes 5.Recognition of Service for Commissioner Hsieh. – Discussion – 5 minutes CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) •Commissioner Reports •Council Liaison Report •Staff Liaison Report COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND AGENDAS Members of the public may not speak to the item(s) ADJOURNMENT 2 Special Meeting March 17, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.CityofPaloAlto.org. OTHER INFORMATION The materials below are provided for informational purposes, not for action or discussion during this meeting’s agenda. Written public comments may be submitted in advance and will be provided to the Commission and available for public inspection on the City’s website three days before the meeting. A.Public Comments 3 Special Meeting March 17, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.CityofPaloAlto.org. PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email, teleconference, or by phone. 1.Written public comments may be submitted by email to hrc@PaloAlto.gov. 2.Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom-based meeting. 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To address the Council, 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 B-E 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 Council. 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: 919 9454 8701 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@PaloAlto.gov. Requests for assistance or accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or service. 4 Special Meeting March 17, 2026 Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Board after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.CityofPaloAlto.org. ADA. The City of Palo Alto does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities. To request accommodations, auxiliary aids or services to access City facilities, services or programs, to participate at public meetings, or to learn about the City's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact 650-329-2550 (voice), or e-mail ada@cityofpaloalto.org . This agenda is posted in accordance with government code section 54954.2(a) or section 54956. Members of the public are welcome to attend this public meeting. DRAFT HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING ACTION MINUTES Thursday, February 12, 2026 6:00 PM Commissioners Present: Ansari, Barr, Hsieh, Karnam, Kraus Commissioners Absent: Causey, Stimmler Council Liaison: Vice Mayor Stone Staff: Sophie Pigman, Alayna Cruz I) ROLL CALL II) PUBLIC COMMENT III) AGENDA CHANGES, REQUESTS, DELETIONS IV) APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the January 8, 2026, Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting Draft Action Minutes. MOTION: Commissioner Karnam moved, seconded by Commissioner Barr, to approve the minutes of January 8, 2026. MOTION PASSED: 5-0-2 (Causey and Stimmler absent) V) BUSINESS ITEMS 2. Presentation on existing LGBTQ+ events in Palo Alto that are led by the City of Palo Alto Library and Community Services Departments. – Staff – Discussion NO ACTION TAKEN 3. Review and approval of the 2026 Human Relations Commission Draft Workplan . – Chair Kraus - Action MOTION: Commissioner Ansari moved, seconded by Commissioner Karnam, to approve the 2026/27 Workplan. MOTION PASSED: 5-0-2 (Causey and Stimmler absent) VI) REPORTS FROM OFFICIALS VII) ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m. 1 Packet Pg. 5 Human Relations Commission Staff Report From: Robert Cain, Planning & Development Services Principal Planner Meeting Date: March 17, 2026 Report #: 2601-5796 TITLE San Antonio Road Area Plan Land Use and Transportation Alternatives Study Session. CEQA Status: Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15262. BACKGROUND The purpose of the San Antonio Road Area Plan (Area Plan) is to develop an integrated land use and transportation approach to guide new development in the 275.3-acre Plan Area along and adjacent to San Antonio Road. The Area Plan objectives include increased housing production, transportation and mobility improvements, outdoor space, commercial and retail nodes, infrastructure, and sustainability measures. The creation of this plan implements policies and programs of the City’s Comprehensive Plan and the 2023-2031 Housing Element (Housing Element). The Area Plan will establish policies, development standards, design guidelines, and the public infrastructure necessary to accelerate the envisioned growth and development. The Area Plan builds on other planning efforts, including the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the 2022 Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, the Housing Element, the 2025 Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, and the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan update (currently in process). The draft land use and mobility alternatives (illustrated in Attachment A) provide high-level options for development in the Plan Area. Topics include allowed uses, bicycle/pedestrian facilities, residential density, building heights, commercial office and retail development areas, outdoor space, and roadway improvements. Feedback from the Human Relations Commission (HRC) on key project considerations and approaches will be provided to the City Council prior to the Council’s selection of the preferred alternatives. The City Council designated the Bayshore Alma San Antonio (BASA) Area as a Priority Development Area (PDA) on September 18, 20231. PDAs are locally created to support regional goals set forth by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) and the Metropolitan 1 September 18, 2023, City Council Meeting: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=13026 2 Packet Pg. 6 Transportation Commission (MTC), as described in Plan Bay Area. Plan Bay Area outlines the Bay Area’s Regional Growth Framework, Regional Transportation Plan, and Sustainable Community Strategies through 2050 and beyond. Key goals of PDAs include encouraging and guiding growth around transit and connecting housing to jobs and areas of interest. 3, and work began in April 2025. Phase one of the Area Plan included analysis of the area through literature and regulatory review, site visits, collection of new data, stakeholder interviews, workshops, surveys, and other technical studies to determine the area’s existing conditions, strengths, and challenges. Staff convened both a Community Advisory Group (CAG) made up of area residents and stakeholders and a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) made up of City staff and subject matter experts. One outcome of phase one was the development of a draft Existing Conditions Analysis Summary Report, which was presented to the City Council, Planning and Transportation Commission, Architectural Review Board, Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee, and City/School Transportation Safety Committee. A Community Survey was conducted in October, 2025, and the first Community Workshop will be held on October 23, 2025. Planning and Transportation Commission (March 25, 2026) Human Relations Commission (March 17, 2026) Parks and Recreation Commission (March 24, 2026) Architectural Review Board (March 19, 2026) Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (March 3, 2026) City/School Transportation Safety Committee (March 26, 2026) 3 March 10, 2025, City Council Meeting: 2 Packet Pg. 7 In addition, a community workshop was held on March 5, 2026 and an online survey is running from late February through March, 2026. The feedback from these advisory bodies and the public will be presented to the City Council at a study session on April 6, 2026. ANALYSIS Land Use Primary Sub-Areas (High Development Potential Areas) Central San Antonio – is generally the area along San Antonio Road between East Charleston Road and Byron Street, excluding the Greenhouse. This area includes several pipeline residential development projects, additional sites likely to redevelop (such as the Magnussen Toyota site at 690 San Antonio Road), and only a handful of sites unlikely to redevelop (such as the two recently constructed hotels at 744 and 750 San Antonio Road). Many properties contain one- to two-story commercial development. South Fabian – The portion of Fabian Way on either side of Charleston Road, this area includes the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, a private school, and some of the most recently constructed multi-family housing, none of which is likely to redevelop. However, there are several low-rise commercial spaces and surface parking lots which have high development potential. This area contains some pipeline residential development projects. North Fabian – The portion of Fabian Way closest to U.S. 101; this area contains 2-3 story office buildings (including the Maxar Site at 3825 and 3875 Fabian Way) and a private school. While the school is unlikely to redevelop, the owner of the Maxar Site is 2 Packet Pg. 8 currently seeking a buyer, with residential development likely to be considered as part of any redevelopment. CTI – The area containing Commercial Street, Transport Street, and Industrial Avenue (CTI), bounded by San Antonio Road, U.S. 101, East Charleston Road, and the City’s border with Mountain View contains a number of small lot, one- to two-story commercial buildings. While there are no active development applications in this area, there is developer interest in consolidating lots in this area. A 16-acre mixed-use development is currently proposed in Mountain View adjacent to this area, and there is a unique opportunity to work across jurisdictions in developing a new neighborhood in this area. Secondary Sub-Areas (Limited Development Potential Areas) The Area Plan will also consider land use alternatives under consideration in other areas which have more limited development potential, listed below. East and West Bayshore – The area bounded by East Bayshore Road, San Antonio Road, and the Baylands Nature Preserve currently contains a number of low-rise office buildings and the HomeKey transitional housing site. Separated from the rest of the Plan Area by U.S. 101 and in close proximity to the Bay, this area is less desirable for increased residential development. The single parcel along West Bayshore Road adjacent to the U.S. 101 bike/ped bridge also currently has a commercial office use and is not well connected to the surrounding community. Alma – The portion of the Plan Area along Alma Street contains a small townhouse development and two faith-based organizations with larger parking lots. While state laws have made it easier to develop housing in proximity to Caltrain stations, this area is still considered less likely to redevelop, with the possible exception of the two faith- based sites. State law has also made development of 100% affordable housing projects easier on such sites, however, given the current scarcity in federal and state funds for affordable housing, local funds would likely be required to make projects on these sites feasible. Stability Areas (redevelopment not anticipated) There are also sub-areas within and adjacent to the plan area which are considered highly unlikely to redevelop due to factors such as lot size, ownership, and/or historic designation. Greenhouse – The Greenhouse (777 San Antonio Road) and the Greenhouse II (765 San Antonio Road) are a series of individually owned townhomes constructed in the 1970s. Green Meadow – Green Meadow is one of Palo Alto’s mid-century subdivisions designed by Joseph Eichler. While it is listed on the National Register, it is not a designated district on Palo Alto’s Inventory. Green Meadow is outside of the plan area, but within the Senate Bill 79 (2025) development area. 2 Packet Pg. 9 South San Antonio – South San Antonio is generally the area along San Antonio Road between Byron Street and Nita Avenue. This area contains individually owned townhomes, low-rise apartment buildings, and private schools. Within the four high development potential areas, the project team has created a series of options (or alternatives) to consider. These are described in Attachment A. Mobility The Area Plan will identify mobility strategies which support the land use alternatives. The Area Plan will reimagine the San Antonio Road in order to corridor accommodate multiple travel modes and support access to adjacent land uses. Key mobility concepts include pedestrian-first design, the creation of low-stress biking routes, first/last mile connections, parking and demand management, and smart corridor technology. Mobility recommendations will be developed to coordinate with regional and state transportation investments, including access to the San Antonio Caltrain Station and planned improvements at the U.S. 101 interchange. The Plan will also evaluate opportunities to improve transit operations and reliability, vehicle circulation (including goods movement where applicable), and active transportation connectivity within and through the plan area. While mobility improvements will apply across the entire plan area, key alternatives along San Antonio Road are presented in Attachment A. These concepts will inform a toolkit of cross- sections, intersection treatments, and operational strategies that may be applied, as feasible, to other segments of the corridor and to connecting streets. Staff is requesting feedback on which of the Area Plan alternatives are preferred, and which are not preferred. This feedback will be provided to the City Council at a study session scheduled for April 6, 2026. NEXT STEPS Feedback from the HRC, other appointed boards, committees, and commissions, and the community (through the Community Advisory Group (CAG), community workshop, online survey, and other public outreach efforts) will be presented to the City Council at a study session scheduled for April 6, 2026. Once the City Council provides direction, the project team will next begin creating more detailed policies and standards which will return to the community and advisory bodies, likely in late 2026. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: San Antonio Road Area Plan Land Use and Transportation Alternatives 2 Packet Pg. 10 Human Re lation s Commission Meeting #1 March 17, 2026 2 Packet Pg. 11 Agenda •Project Update •Overall Design Strategy •Land Use Alternatives •Central San Antonio Sub Area •South Fabian Sub Area •North Fabian Sub Area •CTI Sub Area •Mobility Alternatives •San Antonio Road 2 Packet Pg. 12 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N What is the San Antonio Road Area Plan? 3 A City-led initiative to create a 20-year vision with active community input. ENHANCE ECONOMIC VITALITY CREATE A MORE LIVABLE COMMUNITY IMPROVE MOBILITY AND SAFETY SUPPORT SUSTAINABILITY PR E L I M I N A R Y P R O J E C T G O A L S FEASIBLE DESIGN ALTERNATIVES ZONING + DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS IMPLEMENTATION TOOLS AND STRATEGIESPR O J E C T O U T C O M E S 2 Packet Pg. 13 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Project Area 4 •The Area Plan covers 275.3 acres along Palo Alto’s border with Mountain View. •The project area covers most of the Bayshore Alma San Antonio (BASA) Priority Development Area (PDA) boundary. •Includes 1.8-mile length of San Antonio Road with major intersections at US-101, East Charleston, Middlefield and Alma/ Central Expressway. •Southern part of the Plan Area is within a half-mile of San Antonio Caltrain station. •Mix of industrial, office, service commercial and residential uses. Adjacent neighborhoods in both Palo Alto and Mountain View are residential. 2 Packet Pg. 14 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 5 Project Timeline Workshop (Pop-up TBD) Online Survey Walk Audit CAG+TAG Meetings Council, Commissions, Boards Policy Recommendations + Draft Development Standards Engagement Strategy, Materials, Existing Conditions Report Final Area Plan + EIR Admin. Draft Area Plan + EIR Land Use + Mobility Alternatives, Preferred Alternative ARB + CSTSC + PABAC + PTC + CC Public Review Draft Area Plan + EIR ARB + HRC + PRC + PABAC + CSTSC + PTC + CC PTC+CC Adoption Hearings 20282025 Phase 1 Project Initiation + Existing Conditions Assessment Phase 2 Vision + Land Use/ Mobility Alternatives Phase 3 Analysis + Policy Recommendations Phase 4 Draft Area Plan + EIR Phase 5 Plan Adoption + Implementation 2026 2027 ARB + HRC + PRC + PABAC + CSTSC + PTC + CC 2 Packet Pg. 15 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Establish “areas of stability” and “areas of change” within Plan Area. Overall Design Strategy and Priorities Land Use Priorities •Create new neighborhoods along Fabian Way and in the CTI area (area along Commercial St., Transport St., Industrial Ave.) •Focus open space, amenities in new neighborhoods •Create smaller, walkable blocks where possible •Infill San Antonio Road with residential Mobility Priorities •Improve ped/bike safety and walkability •Improve streetscape character and pedestrian experience through landscaping,tree canopy •Improve ped/bike experience at intersections •Improve connections to Caltrain, schools, and other amenities Explore focusing on the identified 2 Packet Pg. 16 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 7 Overall Design Strategy Redevelop/infill existing low-density commercial with high-density residential to create new neighborhoods Create new open spaces and "third spaces" with neighborhood serving retail and amenities Improve transit service to community destinations and access to Caltrain Improve ped/bike experience, safety and connectivity on all streets and intersections 2 Packet Pg. 17 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Design Strategy: Outdoor Space Goals •Improve access to parks, decrease distance to parks to under a 10-min walk throughout Plan Area •Improve ped-bike experience linking existing and new open spaces to new residential areas •Create new open spaces to serve existing and new residential neighborhoods (North Fabian and CTI sub areas) •Co-locate retail and services with new open spaces to create “third places” Alternatives explore: •Location, size and number of open spaces •Method of creating open spaces Access to Parks 2 Packet Pg. 18 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 9 •Add new outdoor spaces as part of new development in North Fabian and CTI sub- areas •Improve ped-bike access to existing parks and new outdoor spaces •San Antonio Road becomes a key ped/bike connection with continuous tree canopy to create a pleasant experience connecting new residential areas to amenities and transit •Fabian Way becomes a key bike connection to the Baylands with separated bikeways ADD NEIGHBORHOOD SERVING PARK TO NORTH FABIAN SUB-AREA ADD DISTRICT SERVING PARK TO CTI SUB-AREA PROPOSED NEW PARK IN MOUNTAIN VIEW PROPOSED 101 INTERCHANGE PLAN IMPROVE ACCESS AND SAFETY AT INTERSECTIONS CONNECTING TO NEW AND EXISTING OPEN SPACES Design Strategy: Outdoor Space 2 Packet Pg. 19 Land Use Alternatives 2 Packet Pg. 20 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N “” are divided into sub-areas for exploring alternatives, that look at different , as well as and Each area is studied at a different level of detail depending on specific opportunities and challenges. Primary Sub-Areas •These areas have the greatest potential for redevelopment and can contribute to creating new neighborhood-serving amenities like outdoor space and retail •These include Secondary Sub-Areas •These areas have limited redevelopment potential in the near term. •These include “Areas of Stability“ •These include , areas that are 100% built-out with low redevelopment potential. •Parts of Green Meadow and South San Antonio are within SB 79’s impact area that allows higher density for projects meeting specific criteria. Utilization of SB 79, however, is likely very low, due to existing conditions in these areas. Sub Area Alternatives 11 2 Packet Pg. 21 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Sub Area Alternatives Primary Sub-Areas: Estimated Build-out of Alternatives •Central San Antonio + 1,300 to 2,400 Residential Units - 209,000 sf Commercial/Industrial •South Fabian + 600 to 1,100 Residential Units - 177,000 sf Commercial/Industrial •North Fabian +700 to 1,500 Residential Units - 485,000 sf Commercial/Industrial •CTI + 1,000 to 2,000 Residential Units - 528,000 sf Commercial/Industrial + 0 to ~900,000 sf New Office •3,900 to 7,000 New Residential Units •-650,000 sf Net Loss Commercial/ Industrial •+ 0 to 400,000 sf Net New Office •384 Residential Units •438,000 sf Commercial/ Industrial 2 Packet Pg. 22 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Central San Antonio Sub Area Existing Character •Low-density commercial •Two recently completed 5-story hotel projects •Several applications for 6-8 story midrise residential projects Future Development Potential •Transition to high-density mixed-use •8.7 acres of Housing Element Sites •Approx. 19 acres of potential future development •Several active pipeline projects 2 Packet Pg. 23 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 14 Central San Antonio ALT CSA-A1 Residential 60 ft height limit ALT CSA-A2 Residential 90 ft height limit Build-Out Up to 75%-100%Up to 75%-100% Assumed Average Density 90 du/ac 135 du/ac Residential Units 0 existing units Up to 1,300 to 1,800 new units 0 existing units Up to 1,800 to 2,400 new units Commercial Uses 449,000 sf existing up to 209,000 sf loss of commercial uses 449,000 sf existing up to 209,000 sf loss of commercial uses Total Parcel Area 21.3 acres HE Sites* Parcel Area 8.7 acres Existing Building Area 449,000 sf 449,000 sf Land Use Alternatives (includes pipeline projects): Existing Condition(does not include pipeline projects) : Sub Area Boundary Pipeline Projects Housing Element Sites Parcel Lines No Change Area*Palo Alto’s 2023-2031 Housing Element allocates a total of 1,559 new housing units to the Plan Area (26% of the total citywide) 2 Packet Pg. 24 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N South Fabian Sub Area Existing Character •Mix of low-scale office buildings •Jewish Community Center/Moldaw Residences •Apartments and podium townhomes north of JCC •Insufficient bike facilities •Narrow sidewalks and insufficient street trees on Fabian Way south of E. Charleston Rd Future Development Potential •6 acres of Housing Element Sites •Approx. 10 acres of potential future development •2 pipeline projects include an office-to-private school conversion and a 7-story mid-rise residential project •The area has seen other applications for mid-rise residential projects 2 Packet Pg. 25 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 16 South Fabian Sub Area Alternatives ALT SF-A1 Residential 60 ft height limit ALT SF-A2 Residential 90 ft height limit Build-Out Up to 75%-100%Up to 75%-100% Assumed Average Density 90 du/ac 135 du/ac Residential Units 0 existing units Up to 600 to 800 new units 0 existing units Up to 800 to 1,100 new units Commercial Uses 177,000 sf existing up to 177,000 sf loss of commercial 177,000 sf existing up to 177,000 sf loss of commercial Total Parcel Area 24.3 acres HE Sites* Parcel Area 6 acres Existing Building Area 754,800 sf Existing Commercial Area 177,000 sf Commercial area includes 33,000 sf of private schools, estimated 120,000 sf of office, and some automotive uses Land Use Alternatives (includes pipeline projects): Existing Condition(does not include pipeline projects) : Sub Area Boundary Pipeline Projects Housing Element Sites Parcel Lines No Change Area*Palo Alto’s 2023-2031 Housing Element allocates a total of 1,559 new housing units to the Plan Area (26% of the total citywide) 2 Packet Pg. 26 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N North Fabian Sub Area Existing Character •Large Maxar industrial facility •Office buildings that have been converted into private school facilities •Inadequate bike facilities and traffic calming to serve new uses Future Development Potential •Transition to high-density mixed-use •8.7 acres of Housing Element Sites •Approx. 35 acres of potential future development sites 2 Packet Pg. 27 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N North Fabian Sub Area Land Use Strategies •Integrate residential uses •Create new outdoor areas to serve existing and new residents in the area •Improve ped/bike access and safety •Create a plan for the future of the Maxar Site •Connect to bike path at US-101 interchange, for ped/bike access to CTI and North Bayshore •Allow for a mix of residential densities; townhouses and apartment buildings •Estimated yield: 900 to 1,400 units •Create publicly accessible parks and outdoor spaces •Create walkable block structure connecting to Fabian Way North Fabian: Maxar Site (See Alts) North Fabian: Other Sites •Maintain allowed land uses •Allow up to 60 or 90 ft with rear setback requirements 2 Packet Pg. 28 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Maxar Site Alternatives •Land Use Area •Alt M-A1: Allow residential throughout site area •Alt M-A2: Prioritize Flex/Incubator/Research + Development/Office space on eastern section of Plan Area along US-101 •Approximately 5-6 acres •Allows for up to 20-acre residential master plan project Other Considerations •Urban Design •Require publicly accessible internal streets •New ped/bike connection from Fabian Way to proposed US-101 interchange path •Create new and/or improved intersections along Fabian Way to access new development •Outdoor Space •Require new parks and outdoor spaces to be built on-site •Require new parks and outdoor spaces to be publicly accessible •Retail •Require a minimum amount of retail space to serve new residents •Require a minimum of amount of “retail ready” space (convertible to retail/food + beverage) •Allow but no minimum retail requirement, allow a 100% residential project 2 Packet Pg. 29 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Maxar Site Alternatives Minimum Gross Density for Residential Projects •Alt M-B1: 40 du/ac (status quo - allow some townhouses @ 18-22 du/ac net density) •Would allow for approx. 200 for-sale 2-3 story townhouses •Alt M-B2: 60 du/ac (no building type with less than 30 du/ac net density) •Would likely push development of more 3-8 story rental apartment buildings •Would push for-sale component into denser “townhouse over podium” building type Height •Alt M-C1: Allow up to 60 feet (status quo) •Alt M-C2: Allow up to 90 feet (maximize mid-rise constructure type) •Alt M-C3: Allow high-rises, up to 160-250 feet •Unlikely to be financially feasible but provides flexibility •Extra height could be tied to additional outdoor space 2 Packet Pg. 30 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 21 Maxar Site: Potential Site Configurations 5-6 ac 3 ac 1.5 ac2 ac2 ac 1 ac 0.5 ac 0.5 ac Concept A Concept B Concept C Concept D •One big park, one small park •Parks face Fabian Way •Higher density to the west •Lower density to the east •Flex/incubator space along US-101 •One big park, one small park •Big park faces Fabian Way •Higher density residential along San Antonio Rd and US-101 ramp •Two parks of similar size •Lower density residential along San Antonio Rd and US-101 ramp •One larger park These site concepts represent potential configurations of land uses based on the strategies and alternatives presented in previous slides, final designs will be developed through the typical development application and design review process. Ped-bike Connection to San Antonio High Density Housing Retail/Services Low Density For Sale Housing Outdoor Space Flex/Incubator Space Legend 2 Packet Pg. 31 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Maxar Site Alternatives 24.5 acresALT M-B1 Residential 60 ft height limit ALT M-B2 Residential 90 ft height limit Build-Out Up to 75%-100%Up to 75%-100% Assumed Average Density 40 du/ac 60 du/ac Residential Units 0 existing units Up to 700 to 1,000 new units 0 existing units Up to 1,000 to 1,500 new units Commercial Uses 683,000 sf existing up to 485,000 sf loss of commercial 683,000 sf existing up to 485,000 sf loss of commercial Total Parcel Area 34.6 acres HE Sites* Parcel Area 0 acres Existing Building Area 683,000 sf Existing Commercial Area 683,000 sf Land Use Alternatives (includes pipeline projects): Existing Condition (does not include pipeline projects) : *Palo Alto’s 2023-2031 Housing Element allocates a total of 1,559 new housing units to the Plan Area (26% of the total citywide) 2 Packet Pg. 32 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N CTI Sub Area 23 Existing Character •Low-density office and industrial buildings in small buildings •Parcel sizes are small •Single property owner has aggregated a number of parcels but they are non-contiguous Future Development Potential •Transition to high-density mixed-use •7.2 acres of Housing Element Sites •Approx. 25.8 acres of potential future development sites 2 Packet Pg. 33 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N CTI Sub Area Alternatives Design Approach The strategy for this area to is create a cohesive and complete neighborhood over time with new outdoor spaces and neighborhood-serving retail. Just south of the CTI Sub Area, in Mountain View, a developer is proposing a project with 488,000 sf of office and 476 units on the shopping center site. Design Opportunities •Create new park/plaza/outdoor space for residential uses •Create opportunity for retail/services/food + beverage •Connect to MV development •Improve ped/bike connections to San Antonio •Improve streets and increase tree canopy Sub Area Boundary Pipeline Projects Housing Element Sites Parcel Lines MV Proposed Project PROPOSED US-101 INTERCHANGE PLAN 2 Packet Pg. 34 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N SITE ANALYSIS 25 Fire Access How do streets provide for fire access to mid-rise buildings? Flooding How do projects integrate with public realm considering higher ground floor than sidewalks? Ped/Bike Infrastructure E. Charleston facilities inadequate for higher-density development Street Design Provide for wider sidewalks and increased tree canopy US-101 Buffer Provide for landscape buffer US-101 Interchange Plan Ped/Bike connection to US-101 interchange: multi-use path DEVELOPABLE AREA 25.8 acres HE SITES* 7.2 acres Proposed Project in MV •10.4 Acres Total Parcel Area •488,100 sf Office •476 Residential Units •28,500 sf of Commercial •~1.7 acres of Open Space Outdoor Space Provide publicly access outdoor space(s) for new development Total Existing Building Area : 528,800 sf *Palo Alto’s 2023-2031 Housing Element allocates a total of 1,559 new housing units to the Plan Area (26% of the total citywide) 2 Packet Pg. 35 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 26 MV Proposed Project Street connection to Transport Ave Neighborhood connection to open spaces and retail Bike infrastructure improvements on E. Charleston Road Connection to ped/bike improvements on US-101 interchange Mobility Strategies Improve intersection Create a walkable block structure with pedestrian pathways Increase sidewalk widths and tree canopy 2 Packet Pg. 36 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Street Design Goals •Improve pedestrian experience •Improve bike safety and comfort on E. Charleston •Increase tree canopy •Create transition area from sidewalk grade to building ground floor heights (need to be 3-8 ft above sidewalk level to meet FEMA standards) •Design streets to meet Fire Department aerial access standards to avoid on-site driveways for firefighting access (to increase unit yield and development feasibility) Pr o p e r t y L i n e Ex i s t i n g C u r b Pr o p e r t y L i n e Pr o p e r t y L i n e Ex i s t i n g C u r b Pr o p e r t y L i n e Pr o p e r t y L i n e Ex i s t i n g C u r b Pr o p e r t y L i n e East Charleston Rd (alternatives described in Mobility Section) Internal Streets (additional study needed in plan development) Existing Condition Existing Condition Alt 1 Alt 1 Alt 2 Alt 2 2 Packet Pg. 37 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Challenges to Creating New Outdoor Spaces 28 Small Parcels New outdoor spaces and pedestrian connections will require coordination across parcels DEVELOPABLE AREA 25.8 acres HE SITES 7.2 acres Proposed Project in MV (1 parcel) •10.4 Acres Total Parcel Area •488,100 sf Office •476 Units •28,500 sf of Commercial •~1.7 acres of Open Space Challenges •Parcels are small with multiple owners; ownership aggregation is distributed where it occurs •Small parcels are less feasible for residential development •Wider front setbacks are needed to improved sidewalks and increase tree canopy Opportunities •Allow higher value land uses (office) in exchange for creating new outdoor spaces •Distribute new outdoor spaces evenly across all parcels (require front yard “mini parks” on all parcels through requiring larger setbacks and access easements 2 Packet Pg. 38 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 29 Outdoor Space Strategies and Alternatives KEY ISSUES •Visibility and Activation Fronting E. Charleston Road or along an interior street? •Amount of Open Space 1-3 acres of parks/plaza plus pedestrian pathways •Size and Distribution •One large park or distributed open spaces? •What is the minimum size… For the largest park? To be considered a park? •Concentrated on a few parcels or distributed as expanded setbacks on most parcels? Alt CTI-A4. Linear Parks on Expanded Setbacks Alt CTI-A2. Internal Park/PlazaAlt CTI-A1. Plaza/Park on E. Charleston Road Alt CTI-A3. One Large Park 2 Packet Pg. 39 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 30 Land Use Alternatives (1/2) Alt CTI-B2: Allow Residential up to 90 feet •Estimated growth: •Allows developers to maximize mid- rise building type, providing more flexibility and financial feasibility. Alt CTI-B1: Allow Residential up to 60 feet •Estimated growth: •Maintain existing height limits •Limits residential and residential mixed-use buildings to 5 stories Alternative Summary 1.Residential up to 60 feet (5 stories); and existing allowed uses. 2.Residential up to 90 feet (8 stories); and existing allowed uses 3.Residential and Office up to 90 feet; and existing allowed uses. (Relocate HE sites) 4.Residential up to 160-250 feet and Office up to 135 feet; and existing allowed uses. (Relocate HE sites) ResidentialMixed Use with Retail Housing Element Sites Potential Open SpacePotential Connection ResidentialMixed Use with Retail Housing Element Sites Potential Open SpacePotential Connection 2 Packet Pg. 40 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 31 Land Use Alternatives (2/2) Alt CTI-B4: Allow Office and Residential high-rise (160-250 ft residential/135 ft office) •Estimated growth: 1500 units; 750,000 sf office (Net new 500,000 sf of office assuming 75% of parcels redevelop; up to 150,000 sf net increase between North Fabian and CTI if both redevelop) •Jobs/housing balance is met in the CTI Area. •High-rise building types could reduce office parcel area and allow for more residential parcel area and outdoor space. Alt CTI-B3: Allow Office and Residential up to 90 feet (8 story residential/5-story office) •Estimated growth: 1,200 units; 600,000 sf office (Net new 350,000 sf of office assuming 75% of parcels redevelop; no net increase between North Fabian and CTI if both redevelop) •Jobs/housing balance is met in the CTI Area. •Restricts office development to 5 stories, allowing more height for office could reduce office footprint for same amount of floor area. Relocate Housing Element Sites.Benefits to allowing office: •Move HE sites from US-101 adjacent parcels to internal parcels •Office development can help fund land area for parks and other community benefits •Office and Residential Mixed- use will better support retail and services •Office development may offset cost and improve feasibility for residential projects if developed by same company Residential (No Office)Mixed Use with Retail Housing Element Sites Potential Open SpacePotential Connection Office Allowed Residential (No Office)Mixed Use with Retail Housing Element Sites Potential Open SpacePotential Connection Office Allowed Relocate Housing Element Sites. 2 Packet Pg. 41 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 32 CTI Land Use Alternatives Scenario Alt CTI-B1 60 ft height limit (No Office) Alt CTI-B2 90 ft height limit (No Office) Alt CTI-B3 90 ft height limit (Office Allowed ) Alt CTI-B3 135 ft height limit (Office Allowed ) Estimated Build-Out Up to 50%-75%Up to 50%-75%Up to 75%-100%Up to 75%-100% Residential Units Up to 1,000 to 1,500 new units Up to 1,300 to 1,900 new units Up to 1,100 to 1,500 new units Up to 1,500 to 2,000 new units Office 0 sf 0 sf 600,000 sf to 750,000 sf (new) 750,000 sf to 900,000 sf (new) Notes Less build-out is expected since residential alone is less financially profitable. Less build-out is expected since residential alone is less financially profitable. If the job-to-housing ratio is below current standards: Up to 900,000 sf can fit within the office area at 90 ft. height limit. If the job-to-housing ratio is below current standards: Up to 1,400,000 sf can fit within the office area at 135 ft. height limit. Total Parcel Area 25.8 acres HE Sites* Parcel Area 7.2 acres Existing Building Area 528,800 sf Existing Commercial Area 528,800 sf The commercial area includes an estimated 240,000 sf of office space, 288,800 sf of retail, and light industrial uses. Land Use Alternatives: Existing Condition (does not include pipeline projects) : *Palo Alto’s 2023-2031 Housing Element allocates a total of 1,559 new housing units to the Plan Area (26% of the total citywide) 2 Packet Pg. 42 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Secondary Opportunity Areas East Bayshore •Alt EB-1: Low-density commercial office (status quo) •Alt EB-2: High-density commercial office •Alt EB-3: Mixed-use; allow residential (alternative removed) West Bayshore (HE Site) •Alt WB-1: Allow residential and keep as HE Site (status quo) •Alt WB-2: Restrict residential, move the HE site to within North Fabian or South Fabian Areas Alma •SB 79 will allow residential on these parcels up to 65/75 feet in height with a minimum density of 30 du/ac 2 Packet Pg. 43 Mobility Alternatives 2 Packet Pg. 44 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N Reimagine the corridor as a multimodal spine that balances mobility with placemaking 35 Mobility Strategies to Support Land Use Alternatives PARKING AND DEMAND MANAGEMENT Apply strategies to reduce travel demand and organize allocation of curb space to improve access and efficiency. PEDESTRIAN-FIRST DESIGN Prioritize comfortable, accessible, and inviting streets that encourage walking and biking (while recognizing San Antonio as a regional corridor and truck route. LOW-STRESS BIKING ROUTES Provide high quality bikeways that meet the needs of people of all ages and abilities. Integrate walking, biking, shuttles, and shared mobility to create a seamless journey from doorstep to destination. SMART CORRIDOR TECHNOLOGY Use real-time data, adaptive signals, and digital tools to optimize traffic flow and enhance multimodal safety. FIRST/LAST MILE CONNECTIONS 2 Packet Pg. 45 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N San Antonio Rd Priorities A. East of Charleston Rd o Enhance connection to and across US-101 o Create connection through to Fabian Way o Coordinate with VTA US-101 Interchange Project and Google o BPTP Recommendation: Class IV - Separated Bikeways; Class I - Shared Use Path north of Bayshore Road o Provide comfortable walking and biking facilities o Enhance connections across San Antonio Rd o Maintain capacity for vehicle and truck traffic o Coordinate with landowners and developers o BPTP Recommendation: Class IV - Separated Bikeways o Caltrain Station connection o Nita Avenue crossing improvements o San Antonio Avenue enhancements o Coordinate with Mountain View, Caltrain, and Google o BPTP Recommendation: Class IV – New Separated Bikeway on San Antonio Avenue and new Class IV – New Separated Bikeway on San Antonio Road from overcrossing to Middlefield A B C 2 Packet Pg. 46 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N San Antonio Intersection Improvements D. Charleston Rd Intersection o Create protected intersection o Remove side street with diagonal parking, extend pedestrian zone o Modify lane geometry, consider removing dual left turn lanes to provide median refuge o Explore grade separated crossing o Create protected intersection o Consolidate existing driveway access o Modify lane geometry, o remove westbound right turn lane, o consider removing dual left turn lanes to provide median refuge o Explore grade separated crossing o Extend existing bike lanes through the intersection o Enhance connection to bike boulevard on Mackay Dr D E F 37 2 Packet Pg. 47 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N 38 B. Charleston Rd to Middlefield Rd - Alternatives Existing Condition Alt MSA-1 Alt MSA-2 Alt MSA-3 2 Packet Pg. 48 S A N A N T O N I O R O A D A R E A P L A N C. 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