Planning Commission roundup: ADU prototypes, Tilden school permit and hillside approval

Aug 17, 2026

At its Aug. 17 meeting the commission discussed LaMarinda pre‑approved ADU prototypes, approved Tilden Preparatory School's land‑use permit and approved a hillside home at 1716 Release Valley Road with conditions; both approvals carry appeal periods and set specific follow‑up tasks for staff and applicants.

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The Lafayette Planning Commission covered multiple topics at its Aug. 17 meeting. Staff presented pre‑approved ADU prototype plans developed with RRM Design Group through the LaMarinda PADU grant; commissioners asked for clearer lists of options that will not trigger additional review and requested foundation options for sloped lots.

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