Seaside — The Seaside Planning Commission unanimously voted May 29 to recommend that City Council approve Zoning Map Amendment 24-01, which would change the zoning of the parcel at 1020 Auto Center Parkway from Automotive Regional Commercial (CA) to Regional Commercial (CRG).

Staff planner Anna told the commission the 0.61-acre site sits on the boundary between CA and CRG districts and currently contains a vacant building that was until recently used for motorcycle and ATV sales. "The property in question here is 1020 Auto Center Parkway," Anna said. She said the applicant is interested in using the property for an ACE Hardware store, and that "the ACE hardware would be a permitted use in this district." Staff also reported that parking appears sufficient and that there would be no need for additional water service for the proposed use.

The change would align the parcel with adjacent CRG zoning and allow a broader set of regional commercial uses than the more restrictive CA (automotive-focused) district. After the presentation, commissioners asked whether there were public comments; none were submitted and no applicant representative attended the meeting, staff said.

Commissioner Dylan Amica moved to "consider resolution to recommend that the city council approve zoning map amendment to change the zoning" of the parcel; the motion was seconded by Chair Sella. The commission voted "aye" with no opposing votes, resulting in a unanimous recommendation to the City Council. Chair Sella noted that the commission's action is a recommendation and that the final decision rests with City Council.

The commission took no additional formal actions at the special meeting and adjourned shortly after the vote. The zoning change will next be considered by the Seaside City Council, where staff's recommendation and public comment will determine final approval.