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At-a-glance: commission actions Nov. 10 — variance approved, informational reports and study sessions
Summary
On Nov. 10 the commission approved a variance for 2026 Oakland Avenue (lot-coverage exceedance and parking waiver), received permit and staffing reports, and held study sessions on inclusionary zoning and draft code/design updates; the ODS draft remains in a 30-day public review period.
Key outcomes from the Nov. 10 Planning Commission meeting:
- Approved: Variances at 2026 Oakland Avenue to allow 42% lot coverage (above 40% Zone A limit) and waive 1 additional parking-space requirement. Motion carried on roll call (recorded votes: Busilink Aye; Ortiz Nay; Yee Aye; Zirukian Aye; Boland Aye). Staff will finalize findings and proceed with certificate-of-occupancy steps.
- Informational: Staff reported October permit data (35 planning permit applications submitted; 34 approved; 2 denied; 128 building permits submitted; 127 approved) and noted a surge in solar permits.
- Study sessions: (1) Expanding Housing Options / inclusionary zoning: consultant Andrew Hill presented options, case studies and primary policy questions; commissioners asked for pro forma analyses and recommended public outreach. (2) Draft code and design-guideline updates: staff outlined proposed ODS-aligned edits (retaining-wall heights for SB 9, parking flexibilities, shared parking allowances, VELO and other clarifications); the draft ODS is open for public comment through Dec. 7 and is scheduled to return for a January recommendation.
No other formal ordinance adoptions or resolutions were acted on at the meeting.
