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Planning commission approves after‑the‑fact permit with conditions for container barn at 350 Madera Lane
Summary
The San Mateo County Planning Commission approved an after‑the‑fact coastal/agricultural permit (PLN2023‑00112) allowing a modified, single‑story container storage building at 350 Madera Lane, subject to removal of the upper story, demolition of unpermitted bathrooms, noise limits, screening and building‑permit inspections. Neighbors had urged denial over flooding, habitability and noise concerns; the owner denied the allegations and agreed to remove the top story.
The San Mateo County Planning Commission on Nov. 20 voted unanimously to approve an after‑the‑fact coastal and agricultural permit (PLN2023‑00112) that legalizes most of an existing multi‑container storage structure at 350 Madera Lane in unincorporated San Gregorio while requiring the removal of the structurethe building's upper story and other unpermitted features.
Staff planner Sonal Agrawal told commissioners the project is an "after‑the‑fact" coastal development/agricultural exemption to legalize a basement, associated storage uses, a 5,000‑gallon water tank and a small pond on about a 0.5‑acre parcel. Agrawal said the applicant has agreed to revise plans so the second‑story containers and illegal second‑story bathroom and kitchen units are removed, a new roof is installed and screening and a sound‑attenuating wall will be added near the freezer unit. Agrawal said the project was found consistent with cited county policies and that conditions and building permits will address outstanding grading, drainage and environmental‑health requirements.
Why it matters: Neighbors said the structure has been a persistent nuisance and safety…
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