Planning commission approves recuperative‑care conversion of Motel 6 at Ostrom Way with reporting and beautification conditions

The Planning Commission voted 6‑1 to approve a conditional use permit (CUP 25‑05) to convert an existing Motel 6 at 1960 Ostrom Way into a short‑term recuperative care facility that will provide post‑hospital recuperative services and referrals to housing services.

Chantelle Choi, senior planner, described the project as a conversion of an approximately 1.79‑acre site now occupied by a Motel 6 into a facility offering short‑term recuperative care. Choi said the center would operate 24/7 with support staff and on‑site security; staff estimated about 200 beds, roughly 25 staff and 105 parking spaces (including five ADA stalls). She said the facility’s standard stay is up to 90 days, with an option to continue in a housing program for up to six months and partner agencies to assist with permanent housing placement. Choi also noted staff recommended the CUP approval and that the project qualified for a categorical exemption under CEQA…