Cupertino Planning Commission Meeting - May 12, 2026

The City of Cupertino Planning Commission held a meeting on May 12, 2026, primarily to consider a residential development project at 10268 Banley Drive. The project proposes 27 three-story townhomes, including five affordable units, on a site currently zoned for mixed commercial, industrial, and residential use. The commission reviewed waivers and concessions requested by the applicant, including reduced setbacks and a 100% residential use concession. The project is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Assembly Bill 130, with environmental reports indicating no unacceptable health risks. Public comments included concerns about noise, zoning compatibility, and transparency of project documentation. The commission discussed conditions related to noise disclosures in the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) for future residents and debated transportation demand management requirements. After deliberation, the commission approved the staff recommendation with a request for specific disclosure to residents about the mixed-use zoning and potential ongoing commercial noise. The vote passed with one commissioner dissenting. No new business or old business items were discussed beyond future agenda setting.