Planning commission approves 3‑foot curb‑width modification for West Colton hotel site

The Redlands Planning Commission on July 23 adopted Resolution 16-69 to modify engineering Condition C12B for Commission Review and Approval (CRA) 931, a previously approved hotel at West Colton Avenue and Columbia Street (719 North Eureka Street).

Staff planner Jasmine Serrato told commissioners the parcel’s ultimate right‑of‑way is 44 feet from centerline, so no additional dedication is required, and the existing back‑of‑curb lies about 29 feet from centerline—three feet short of the standard 32‑foot curb location. "Widening 3 feet along this frontage would not improve traffic flow," Serrato said, and staff recommended the narrow modification while retaining standard frontage repairs required elsewhere in the conditions of approval.

Serrato also advised that the proposed revision remains consistent with the original project approval and is eligible for a CEQA infill exemption (CEQA section 15332), and that other conditions (C12A–C12H) continue to require repair of missing or damaged concrete and other standard street frontage improvements.

With no public comment and no questions for staff, Commissioner Shaw moved to adopt the resolution; Commissioner Wells seconded. The commission voted unanimously to approve revision 1 to CRA 931.

The modified condition limits the immediate curb widening requirement at the single parcel while preserving on‑site accommodation so the project can be built to allow minor future street widening if a larger city project later occurs. The commission’s approval means the applicant may proceed under the revised engineering condition subject to the remaining attached conditions and permit approvals.

Next steps: the applicant will proceed with permit applications consistent with the revised conditions of approval; staff will retain responsibility for ensuring required frontage repairs are completed prior to final inspections.