Planning Commission - 6/3/26

The MyGlendale Planning Commission held a meeting on June 3, 2026, addressing several key land use and development issues. A significant portion of the meeting focused on an appeal regarding a density bonus housing project at 3411-3427 Foothill Boulevard, proposing an 87-unit multifamily development with nine very low-income affordable units. The project included requests for concessions and waivers related to lot coverage, floor area ratio, and building height. Public concerns centered on parking adequacy, traffic congestion, wildfire evacuation safety, and potential soil contamination due to the site's history. Staff and the applicant presented evidence supporting compliance with state and local laws, including environmental exemptions and emergency planning. After extensive public testimony and deliberation, the commission voted to deny the appeal and sustain the planning hearing officer's approval of the project. Additionally, the commission reviewed a conditional use permit for a 1.815 MW ground-mounted solar photovoltaic system on city-owned property in Pomemeroy Canyon. The project was found consistent with the general plan and included conditions to protect natural resources and manage construction impacts. The commission approved the solar project with added conditions to verify geological feasibility and address legal concerns related to the site. The meeting concluded with updates on upcoming planning activities and procedural matters.