San Benito County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting - 5/20/2026

The San Benito County Planning Commission held a regular meeting on May 20, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions focused on land use permits and zoning code amendments. The commission reviewed an appeal concerning an administrative use permit for a 2,400 square foot residential accessory structure in Tres Pinos, which exceeded the 1,000 square foot limit and required additional approval. After public testimony and discussion, the commission voted unanimously to deny the appeal and uphold the permit, noting issues with water service and fire sprinkler connections due to a local water district moratorium. The meeting also covered extensive proposed amendments to Title 25 zoning regulations, including updates to land use tables, development review thresholds, and specific regulations for pet shops, commercial kennels, and short-term rentals. The commission agreed to require administrative use permits for pet shops and kennels, with conditional use permits triggered if located within 2,500 feet of commercial farming operations, and to increase public notification distances accordingly. These amendments will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors for adoption. The meeting concluded with procedural announcements and no additional procurement actions.