Planning Commission

The Placer County Planning Commission held a meeting on April 23, 2026, focusing on several key land use and development matters. The commission approved two extension of time requests: a third and final 24-month extension for the Alpenglow Subdivision, a 38-lot residential project near Alpine Meadows, and a first 24-month extension for the Medina 4 Solar Energy and Battery Storage Project in Sheridan, citing diligent progress despite delays. Additionally, the commission reapproved the Residences at Granite Bay Golf Club Phase 2 subdivision, a four-lot planned residential development, with conditions including removal of a proposed gate and compliance with conservation easements. The meeting also included a public hearing on the 2025 annual report on county development agreements, highlighting ongoing compliance monitoring, fee collections exceeding $9 million, and updates on major specific plans such as Placer 1 and Placer Vineyards. Public comments emphasized concerns about affordable housing commitments and transparency in development agreements. The commission took votes to approve the extension requests and development agreement compliance report, with appeal rights noted for the decisions.