Sausalito public meetings in 2022
17 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting via Zoom, with no public access to the chambers. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and staff communications on topics such as building code adoption, parklets, and updates on several property-specific working groups. No major decisions or public hearings are listed; the meeting appears to be primarily informational and procedural.
- Building Code Adoption/REACH Code Update discussion
- Parklets program update
- 654 Sausalito Boulevard update
- Reports from subcommittees on Objective Design Standards, California Housing Legislation, and Standard Conditions of Approval
- Working group updates on 110 Fourth Street, 12 EL Portal, 52 Varda Landing, and Ferry Landside
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review permit for a 500-square-foot concrete parking deck, trash enclosure, and entry stairs at 212 Woodward Ave. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, public comments, and communications from the City Manager. The agenda is otherwise routine, with the Woodward Ave project as the only substantive item.
- Public hearing on Design Review with Heightened Review, Variance, and Encroachment Agreement for 212 Woodward Ave (Project ID 2022-00049)
- Proposed 500-square-foot concrete parking deck with trash enclosure and entry stairs
- Staff recommends approval of the draft resolution subject to conditions
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from September 21, 2022
- Meeting held via Zoom due to COVID-19 state of emergency
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two design review permits: one for a parking deck and entry improvements at 212 Woodward Ave, and another to demolish and rebuild a commercial art studio at 265 Gate 5 Road. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with no in-person attendance.
- 212 Woodward Ave: Design Review with Heightened Design Review, Variance, and Encroachment Agreement for a 500 sq ft concrete parking deck, trash enclosure, entry deck, and stairs (Project ID 2022-00049)
- 265 Gate 5 Road: Design Review Permit to demolish an existing one-story commercial art studio and construct a one/two-level structure with roof decks (Project ID 2019-00235)
- Public comments accepted via Zoom with 'Raise Hand' or *9; written comments due 5 days before meeting
- Meeting held telephonically via Zoom; Council Chambers closed to public
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Design Review Permit for a major remodel of the Sausalito Yacht Club at 100 Humboldt Ave, adding 323 square feet and replacing a gangway. The Commission will also consider draft resolutions to deny changes to an approved project and a tree removal permit. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Design Review Permit for Sausalito Yacht Club remodel, 100 Humboldt Ave, adding 323 sq ft
- Draft resolution to deny changes to approved project (Project ID 2022-00052)
- Draft resolution to deny tree removal permit (Project ID 2022-00089)
- Approval of minutes from June 29, July 6, and July 20, 2022 meetings
- Communications on Community Development Director search and subcommittee reports
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three items: a tree removal permit at 47 Prospect Avenue, changes to an approved project at 813-817 Bridgeway Boulevard (including increased outdoor seating and a sidewalk dining terrace), and an encroachment agreement for planter boxes at 201 Bridgeway Boulevard. The meeting will be held via Zoom only, with the council chambers closed to the public.
- Tree removal permit for one canary island palm at 47 Prospect Avenue
- 813-817 Bridgeway: modify building facade, increase seats from 9 to 25 and tables from 3 to 8, construct raised dining terrace on sidewalk, relocate sidewalk onto two parking spaces, sign permit
- 201 Bridgeway: encroachment agreement to install three 3x3x3 planter boxes in Main Street right-of-way
- Approval of minutes from 6-29-2022 and 7-6-2022 meetings
- Communications on housing element process, subcommittee reports, and working groups
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to modify an approved project at 201 Bridgeway by removing a required accessible ramp at the foot of Main Street, and a proposal for a new one-story home with attached studio at 52 Varda Landing, including a variance for side-yard setback and tandem parking. The commission will also approve minutes and hear communications on housing legislation and subcommittee reports.
- 201 Bridgeway: Changes to Approved Project (Project ID 2022-00068) to modify condition #27 requiring an accessible ramp at Main Street
- 52 Varda Landing: Design Review Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance for new one-story home and remodel of existing A-frame studio (Project ID 2019-00284)
- 52 Varda Landing: request for tandem on-site and off-site parking and side-yard setback encroachment
- Approval of June 15, 2022 joint HPC/PC and regular meeting minutes
- Communications on SB 9 adoption, Objective Design and Development Standards, and Housing Element Advisory Committee
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission is holding a special meeting via Zoom to receive a presentation from the Southern Marin Fire District on wildfire preparedness, including new evacuation routes and preferred plant species. The meeting is open to the public remotely, and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by Southern Marin Fire District on new evacuation routes
- Discussion of preferred plant species for wildfire preparedness
- Meeting held via Zoom; Council Chambers closed to the public
Special Joint Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission
The Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission will hold a joint special meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness and changes to an approved project for exterior modifications at 12 El Portal Street/690 Bridgeway, a structure in the Historic Overlay District. Staff recommends approval for both items. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Public hearing on Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications at 12 El Portal Street/690 Bridgeway (Project ID 2022-00100)
- Public hearing on changes to an approved project for the same property
- Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness
- Staff recommends approval of a resolution for the changes to the approved project
- Meeting conducted via Zoom; Council Chambers closed to the public
Planning Commission (Starts at 3hrs 6min of the Recording)
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a study session to provide feedback on design elements for the Sausalito Ferry Landside Improvement Project Phase 1, with no decisions expected. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a tree removal permit for two Italian Stone Pine trees at 77 Harrison. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and subcommittee reports.
- Study session on Sausalito Ferry Landside Improvement Project Phase 1 design elements
- Public hearing on Tree Removal Permit (Project ID: 2021-00168) for two Italian Stone Pines at 77 Harrison
- Approval of June 1, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
- Reports from subcommittees on design standards, housing element, parklets, and state housing legislation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review several residential development requests, including project revisions for 253 Glen Drive and new construction permits for Varda Landing. The meeting also includes updates on the Housing Element Advisory Committee and SB 9 working group.
- 253 Glen Dr: Proposed changes to include a second story deck, basement windows, and relocated skylights
- 52 Varda Landing: Design Review Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Variance for a new one-story residential structure and studio remodel
- 60 Varda Landing: Design Review Permit for two new detached one-story residential structures and a shed
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review proposed plan revisions for a project at 253 Glen Dr. The commission will also conduct a public hearing regarding an ordinance to implement Senate Bill 9 rules for residential lot splits and additional primary units.
- Project changes at 253 Glen Dr including a second story deck, basement windows, and relocated skylights
- Public hearing on SB-9 implementation ordinance regarding urban lot splits and additional primary units
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance implementing Senate Bill 9 (the California Home Act), continued from a previous meeting, and will consider several permits including a tree removal, a design review with lot line adjustment, and a modification to an approved project. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Public hearing on SB 9 implementing ordinance (continued to April 20, 2022)
- Tree removal permit for a Cook pine tree at 38 Alexander Avenue
- Design review permit and lot line adjustment at 110 Fourth Street to expand a residence and add a new dwelling unit
- Design review permit for a four-car garage at 209 West Street
- Approval of March 16, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review permit, variance, and encroachment agreement for a property at 240 Glen Drive, and a study session for proposed changes to an approved project at 813-817 Bridgeway Boulevard. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 emergency.
- 240 Glen Drive: Design Review Permit for 460 sq ft detached garage, 62 sq ft master suite addition, variance for 22 ft 8 in garage height (15 ft limit), encroachment agreement for right-of-way
- 813-817 Bridgeway Boulevard: Study session for changes to approved project (DR-TRP 17-092), including parklet-type outdoor dining or outdoor terrace alternative
- Public hearing on 240 Glen Drive includes staff recommendation to approve permit and variance, and recommend encroachment agreement to City Council
- Meeting conducted via Zoom; public comment via 'Raise Hand' or *9
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission is holding a special telephonic meeting to consider a tree removal permit for two heritage Lombardy poplars at 202 Valley Street. Staff recommends denying the permit. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair for a one-year term and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Tree Removal Permit 2021-00251 for two Lombardy poplars at 202 Valley Street; staff recommends denial
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair of the Planning Commission for a one-year term
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from January 26, 2022
- Public comments on items not on the agenda
Special Joint Planning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission
The Planning and Historic Preservation Commissions will consider a request regarding 12 El Portal Street/690 Bridgeway. The items include a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications to a structure in the Historic Overlay District and changes to an approved project involving building storefronts.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior modifications at 12 El Portal Street/690 Bridgeway
- Changes to an approved project regarding existing building storefronts at 12 El Portal Street/690 Bridgeway
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two permits: a tree removal permit for two heritage Lombardy poplars at 202 Valley Street, and a design review permit with lot line adjustment to renovate and expand a residence and build a new dwelling at 110 Fourth Street. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, with no in-person attendance.
- Tree Removal Permit for two Lombardy poplars (heritage trees) at 202 Valley Street
- Design Review Permit to renovate 1,431 sq ft residence and build new 1,795 sq ft dwelling at 110 Fourth Street
- Lot Line Adjustment to merge two lots into one 6,050 sq ft parcel at 110 Fourth Street
- Public hearing with staff recommendation to approve both permits
- Meeting held via Zoom; public comments via 'Raise Hand' or *9
Planning Commission
The Sausalito Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on three items: a tree removal permit for a heritage Giant Sequoia at 620 Nevada Street, a sign permit at 39 Caledonia Street, and a design review with variance for a detached garage at 240 Glen Drive. The commission will also consider adopting its 2022 calendar and approving the December 15, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Tree removal permit for a 35.5-inch diameter Giant Sequoia at 620 Nevada Street
- Sign permit for a 13-square-foot wall sign at 39 Caledonia Street
- Design review and variance for a 460-square-foot garage (22 feet 8 inches tall) and 62-square-foot master suite addition at 240 Glen Drive
- Encroachment agreement recommendation to City Council for garage and entry gate in right-of-way at 240 Glen Drive
- Adoption of 2022 Planning Commission calendar