Planning Commission Meeting 5/19/2026

The City of Hemet Planning Commission held a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, which included a public hearing on a conditional use permit and lot merger for the Devonshire Skilled Nursing Care Facility. The applicant, Bluewater One LLC, proposed reopening and renovating a long-vacant assisted living facility with a creative parking solution involving car lifts to meet parking requirements. The commission approved the conditional use permit and lot merger, with conditions including trained staff operation of the lifts and landscaping improvements. The meeting also featured a presentation on the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, highlighting the city's water supply reliability, groundwater management, and future water conservation measures. Commissioners discussed water infrastructure investments, well operations, and regional water partnerships to support growth and sustainability. The meeting concluded with announcements of upcoming agenda items and community reports.