# Copy of Planning and Transportation Commission 10/5/26 Regular Meeting


**Body:** City of San Carlos
**Date:** October 04, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education


The City of San Carlos Planning and Transportation Commission’s October 5, 2026 regular meeting focused primarily on a conditional use permit for Live Dance Arts to operate an instructional dance studio at 1200 Industrial Road, Suite 14. The applicant described plans to purchase and improve the existing commercial space, including interior work to create four studios and installation of two rooftop HVAC units; these are private investments, not city-funded projects. Commissioners discussed parking, drop-off and circulation, noise, lighting, and compatibility with neighboring businesses. The commission approved the conditional use permit on a motion and second, with conditions allowing follow-up if the use creates adverse impacts. No city procurement, contract award, or spending action was identified.

During public comment, a resident raised concerns about a tree-removal permit, an active hawk nest, and tree cutting that allegedly began before approval; staff said it would follow up. Staff also reported that the City Council had introduced a tobacco-retail-sales ordinance, anticipated for adoption at its October 13 meeting and to take effect 30 days afterward. The commission discussed upcoming study sessions and preparation of its 2027 meeting calendar.

**Source:** City of San Carlos