# Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Paso Robles Planning Commission Meeting

The City of Paso Robles Planning Commission met on October 13, 2026. The principal procurement-related update concerned the airport spaceport initiative: staff reported that the City Council had approved a consultant proposal and the City is proceeding under contract with RS&H for specialized work supporting FAA spaceport licensing. The remaining work is estimated at up to $786,455, with $450,000 planned from Senate Bill 1090 economic vitality funds. Staff also noted a $500,000 federal grant supporting the airport master plan update, including the Airport Layout Plan, and said the licensing work is expected to take 18–24 months. Separately, staff said the City is advertising for consultants to assist with the next housing element update, with selection anticipated early next year.

The Commission approved a two-year extension for the Red Tail Apartments entitlement by a 6–1 vote. The project’s applicant may separately ask City Council to waive approximately $2.5 million in development impact fees in exchange for affordability restrictions; that request was not before the Commission and remains for Council consideration. The Commission also approved a conditional use permit for animal keeping at 753 Walnut Drive by a 6–1 vote. No other contract awards or purchasing approvals were identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 13, 2026

### Sources
- [Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Paso Robles Planning Commission Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMzTa9z-ufk) - City of Paso Robles, California