Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting March 18, 2025

The City of San Bruno held a joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting on March 18, 2025, focusing primarily on the Tanr Redevelopment Project and the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report. The redevelopment project, led by Alexandria Real Estate, involves transforming the former Tanr Mall site into a mixed-use development with over 1,000 housing units, retail spaces including a Market Hall, life science office buildings, and community gathering areas. Key discussions included the retention of Target in its current location, design and architectural plans for residential and commercial buildings, parking strategies, and community benefits, particularly emphasizing support for local public schools. Public comments highlighted the importance of allocating community benefit funds to school improvements and ensuring affordable housing. The meeting also covered the city's progress on housing element goals, noting significant strides in zoning and permit issuance, and outlined upcoming long-range planning initiatives related to economic development, land use, and transit-oriented policies. The city emphasized ongoing community engagement and the need for strategic planning to balance housing, jobs, and infrastructure needs.