Planning Commission Meeting - 09/09/2026

The County of Tulare Planning Commission held a meeting on September 9, 2026, primarily focused on zoning ordinance updates and procedural improvements within the Resource Management Agency (RMA). Key procurement-related discussions included the recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to adopt ordinances amending agricultural and residential zoning codes, which involved updates to land use tables, setback requirements, and removal of certain uses from agricultural zones. Additionally, the commission reviewed technological upgrades aimed at improving customer service and operational efficiency, including the implementation of a lobby management system and application assistance software. These technology initiatives, supported by consultant Guidehouse and involving new IT staff, are intended to streamline permit processing and enhance public interaction but did not involve direct contract awards or budget approvals during this meeting. The commission also discussed the county's application for renewal of its Prohousing designation, which supports housing development incentives. Motions were passed recommending certification of environmental impact reports and adoption of zoning ordinance amendments, setting the stage for further Board of Supervisors action.