April 13, 2026 - Planning Commission

The City of Menlo Park Planning Commission held a meeting on April 13, 2026, focusing primarily on development and housing-related matters. Key procurement-related discussions included a public hearing on amendments to the Meta East Campus Conditional Development Permit (CDP), recommending to the City Council approval of increased building heights for specific buildings to accommodate a new atrium and other modifications. The Commission also reviewed and debated updates to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance to align with state law, including provisions on unit size limits, parking requirements, height restrictions, and amnesty for unpermitted ADUs. Commissioners discussed potential incentives to encourage ADU construction, such as eliminating parking minimums and increasing allowable unit sizes, though some proposals were met with mixed support. The Commission ultimately passed a resolution recommending the ADU ordinance with staff-recommended provisions, while also forwarding additional ideas for City Council consideration, including exploring the possibility of allowing ADUs to be sold separately. The meeting included detailed deliberations on zoning, housing policy, and regulatory compliance, with an emphasis on balancing state mandates and local housing goals.