HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-05-13 Planning & Transportation Commission AgendaPLANNING AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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 76, 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
General Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted for up to three minutes
or an amount of time determined by the Chair. In-person comments will be heard at the
beginning of the agenda and remote comments will be heard at the end of the agenda. 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@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.
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@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.
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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.paloalto.gov/agendas
CALL TO ORDER/ ROLL CALL
IN-PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1-3 minutes depending on number of speakers. In-person
comments will be heard at the beginning of the agenda and remote comments will be heard at the end of the agenda.
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:
Three (3) minutes per speaker.
2.Recommendation on an Ordinance Amending Various Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC)
Chapters in Titles 16, 18, and 21 to Address Changes in State Law and Direction from City
Council Regarding Accessory and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units. CEQA Status: Exempt
From the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to
Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
3.Recommendation on an Ordinance Amending the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC)
Section 18.40.140 (Stream Corridor Protection). CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15308 (Actions for Protection of the Environment).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Public Comment is Permitted. Three (3) minutes per speaker.
4.Approval of Planning & Transportation Commission Draft Summary & Verbatim Minutes
of April 8, 2026
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
VIRTUAL PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1-3 minutes depending on number of speakers. In-person
comments will be heard at the beginning of the agenda and remote comments will be heard at the end of the agenda.
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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.paloalto.gov/agendas
ADJOURNMENT
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 availible for public inspection on the
City’s website three days before the meeting.
A.Public Comment
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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.paloalto.gov/agendas
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
Planning.Commission@PaloAlto.gov.
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.
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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.
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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.paloalto.gov/agendas