June 22, 2026 - Planning Commission

The City of Menlo Park Planning Commission held a meeting on June 22, 2026, where they reviewed several use permit applications and related development proposals. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a use permit for additions and renovations at 503 O'Keefe Street and a use permit for demolishing an existing residence and constructing a new two-story home at 351 McKendree Drive. The Commission approved the O'Keefe Street permit unanimously. For the McKendree Drive project, extensive public comments were heard regarding privacy, landscaping, lighting, and environmental concerns. The Commission approved the use permit with conditions including increased window sill heights, collaboration with the city arborist for vegetation screening, installation of 7-foot fences, frosted bathroom windows, and working with Public Works to allow natural grass instead of artificial turf in compliance with water-wise landscaping policies. Additionally, the Commission voted to continue the item concerning a use permit and subdivision at 624 University Drive to a future date. No direct contract awards or budget allocations were discussed, but the meeting included policy and planning decisions that could influence future development and procurement activities in the city.