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Selma planning commission approves one‑year phased extension for Mountain View mini‑mart and gas station
Summary
The commission approved an amendment to an existing conditional use permit to allow three phased stages for a mini‑mart and gas station at 11010 East Mountain View Avenue, with a one‑year requirement that phase 1 construction begin; the vote was unanimous.
The Planning Commission for the City of Selma on July 14, 2026 approved an amendment to an existing conditional use permit to allow a three‑phase construction approach for a mini‑mart and gas station at 11010 East Mountain View Avenue, conditioning the extension on the start of construction for phase 1 within one year.
Staff told the commission the project was originally approved in July 2020 and has received multiple time extensions (March 2022, June 2024 and January 2026). Planning staff recommended approving a phase‑based approach so the applicant can begin operations while preserving the original entitlement’s intent. Staff said the amendment is eligible for a categorical CEQA exemption under CEQA Guidelines §15301 (Class 1: existing facilities).
"He's there there's a certain expiration date... if he doesn't act on it, then he may risk losing that application," planning staff said, noting the applicant faces an impending deadline for his ABC (alcohol) license. Applicant Raminder Sohal addressed the commission and described financial hardship after a fire and business losses, asking for time to complete the project: "I appreciate you approval a couple time. Give me extension. Give me time to complete the project. I have a bad situation. My business burnout and the financial, I almost lose everything."
Staff and commissioners clarified the three phases: immediate conversion of existing office space into a convenience store (phase 1, approximately 1,000 square feet), installation of above‑ground fuel tanks and pumps in phase 2, and a larger warehouse remodel or rebuild (approximately 4,900 square feet) in phase 3. Staff said the proposed location for the relocated above‑ground tanks is at the north end of the property and that tank installation is planned for phase 2.
Commissioners asked about safety details such as bollards or other protections around fuel tanks; staff said such construction details would be addressed during review of phases 2 and 3 when the applicant returns with site plans. Staff also explained that, under the recommended conditions, staff with the direction of the commission could initiate revocation procedures if required conditions are not met.
A motion to approve the resolution amending the CUP and granting a one‑year extension for phase 1 with the stipulation that construction be started within one year passed by unanimous roll call vote.
Next steps: the applicant must return to the planning commission for site plan and review of phases 2 and 3; staff will continue administrative oversight of subsequent phases and may bring enforcement actions if conditions are not satisfied.
