Los Altos Hills public meetings in 2021
61 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will hold public hearings to consider two residential permit requests. The meeting will address landscape and fencing for one property and a major remodel and addition for another.
- 26898 Dezahara Way: Permit for landscape screening, fences, and driveway gate
- 10311 Magdalena Road: Permit for a 5,587 square-foot residence remodel, 688 square-foot garage, roof deck, and swimming pool
- 10311 Magdalena Road: Proposal for a new septic field
- 10311 Magdalena Road: Pathway Committee recommendation for a pathway fee
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, December 14, 2021, has been cancelled.
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee is meeting to review water conservation and the Climate Action Plan. Members will finalize a list of 2021 accomplishments and 2022 goals to be sent to the City Council by January 7, 2022.
- Water conservation presentation by Susan Cordone of California Water Service
- Discussion on the annual updating process for the GHG Inventory
- Implementation steps for the Climate Action Plan
- Election of the 2022 Chairperson
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for December 7, 2021. No items were decided or discussed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for November 30, 2021, has been cancelled. The provided document is a notice of cancellation and contains no other agenda items.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills has cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for November 23, 2021. No items were decided or discussed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for November 16, 2021. No other business was listed.
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee is meeting to establish goals and priorities for 2022. The body is seeking volunteers to help town staff implement the Climate Action Plan and recruiting new committee members.
- Introduction of Town Manager Peter Pirnejad
- Coordination with Community Relations Committee on electrification information for newcomers package
- Discussion of 2022 goals and priorities
- Recruitment of volunteers for Climate Action Plan implementation
- Recruitment of new EIC members
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills has cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for November 9, 2021. No items were decided or discussed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will hold a public hearing to consider a permit modification for a residential project. The request concerns a previously approved residence, basement, garage, and accessory dwelling unit.
- Permit modification for 12640 Corte Madera Ln (File #PM21-0005)
- Proposed 4,587 square-foot residence
- Proposed 2,063 square-foot basement
- Proposed 552 square-foot detached garage
- Proposed 800 square-foot accessory dwelling unit
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills has cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for October 26, 2021. No other items were listed for action.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The committee will review a request for a residential addition.
- Site Development Permit for a 381 square-foot, second-story addition at 13691 Old Altos Road (File #SD21-0064)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee will meet via Zoom to review the Climate Action Plan and a generator replacement project. The body will also consider appointing April Anair as an Associate Member.
- Appointment of April Anair as Associate Member
- Discussion of generator replacement project by Cody Einfalt
- Climate Action Plan presentation
Fast Track/Site Development
The weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for October 12, 2021, has been cancelled. Future meetings may be attended via Zoom teleconference.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The request concerns a residential addition for the Lands of Neal.
- Site Development Permit for a 381 square-foot, second-story addition at 13691 Old Alto Road (File #SD21-0064)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider two site development requests. The body will review a request for a temporary construction trailer and a request for landscape screening.
- 14330 Debell Road: Zoning Permit for a temporary habitation trailer for six months
- 27860 Black Mountain Road: Site Development Permit for landscape screening
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The body will review requests for landscape screening and modifications to a driveway and hardscape for a new residence.
- Site Development Permit for 12360 Priscilla Lane (File #SD21-0074)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will hold a public hearing to consider two site development permits. Both requests involve landscape screening for approved new residences.
- 12170 Dawn Lane: Site Development Permit for landscape screening (File #SD21-0044)
- 26303 Esperanza Drive: Site Development Permit for landscape screening, fences, and driveway gate (File #SD21-0047)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee will meet to discuss and approve a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory presentation for the City Council. The body will also discuss Climate Action Plan (CAP) measures and community relations regarding GHG and CAP.
- Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
- Approval of GHG Inventory Presentation to the City Council
- Discussion of CAP measures and requests for City Council
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for a residential project. The proposal includes a new one-story home with a basement and a detached accessory dwelling unit.
- Site Development Permit for 4,551 sq ft one-story residence at 12500 Minorca Court
- Proposed 2,157 sq ft basement
- Proposed 1,198 sq ft detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
- Proposed removal of 11 Eucalyptus trees
- Requirement for applicant to pay a pathway fee
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider two site development permit requests. Both requests involve landscape screening for approved new residences.
- 27860 Black Mountain Road: landscape screening for a new residence and accessory structures
- 26303 Esperanza Drive: landscape screening, fences, and driveway gate for a new residence
Fast Track/Site Development
The Fast Track / Site Development Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, August 24, 2021, has been cancelled. No other business is listed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit. The body will discuss a request for landscape screening for an approved new residence.
- Site Development Permit for landscape screening at 12170 Dawn Lane (File #SD21-0044)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee is meeting to approve its Annual Report Presentation to the City Council. Members will also discuss Climate Action Plan (CAP) measures and the next steps for the Water Subcommittee.
- Approval of Annual Report Presentation to the City Council
- Discussion of CAP measures and City Council requests
- Water Subcommittee next steps
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a site development permit. The request concerns landscape screening, fencing, and driveway gates for a new residence.
- Site Development Permit for 12255 Menalto Drive (File #SD21-0009)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, August 3, 2021. The provided document is a notice of cancellation.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a Fast Track Site Development public hearing to consider a permit for a new home and accessory dwelling unit. The body will review the project's impact on setbacks, height, and environmental screening.
- Site Development Permit for a 5,730 square-foot single-story residence at 24151 Dawnridge Drive
- Proposed 800 square-foot attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
- Construction of a new pool
- Removal of one 15-inch oak tree at the back of the property
- CEQA review: Categorical Exemption per Section 15303(a)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills cancelled the weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for July 20, 2021. No items were decided or discussed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for Lextera, LLC. The proposal involves constructing a new primary residence, a detached accessory dwelling unit, and a swimming pool.
- Proposed 5,253 square-foot one-story residence with a 3,358 square-foot basement at 14330 DeBell Road
- Proposed 798 square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
- Proposed 924 square-foot swimming pool with integrated spa
- Requirement for applicant to pay a pathway fee and repair damages to existing pathways
- CEQA categorical exemption per Sections 15303(a) and 15303(e)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee will meet via teleconference to receive a briefing on the CalOEP grant and its potential use. The committee will also discuss the Climate Action Plan.
- Briefing on CalOEP grant and input on its use
- Discussion of Climate Action Plan
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider two site development requests. The body will review a permit for a new residence and accessory dwelling unit and a separate request for property line fencing.
- Site Development Permit for a 5,253 sq ft one-story residence, 3,358 sq ft basement, 798 sq ft detached ADU, and 924 sq ft pool/spa at 14330 DeBell Road
- Zoning Permit for 6-foot tall property line fencing and gates at 28001 Elena Road
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss the Climate Action Plan and the CalOEP grant. Members will vote on committee membership and the scheduling of future meetings.
- Vote to make Jolie an associate member
- Vote to move meetings to the second Thursday of the month
- Vote to call a special meeting to discuss the Climate Action Plan
- Briefing from Cody Einfalt regarding the CalOEP grant
- Input for the Annual Report to City Council
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for a residential project. The body will review plans for a new primary residence, an accessory dwelling unit, and a swimming pool.
- Site Development Permit for 26455 Saint Francis Road (File #SD21-0026)
- Proposed 6,015 square-foot single-story residence with a 3,707 square-foot basement
- Proposed 792 square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit
- Proposed 1,094 square-foot swimming pool
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will consider a permit request for 26425 Aric Lane. The project includes a 1,231 square-foot first floor addition with an attached garage and a new 774 square-foot swimming pool.
- Site Development Permit for 26425 Aric Lane (File #SD21-0035)
- 1,231 square-foot first floor addition including attached garage
- 774 square-foot swimming pool
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit for the Lands of Mehta. The body will review plans for residential improvements at 26677 Snell Lane.
- Site Development Permit for a 473 square-foot swimming pool and spa at 26677 Snell Lane
- Proposed hardscape improvements, repaved driveway, and replacement fencing at 26677 Snell Lane
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town is holding a public hearing to consider site development permits for three residential properties. The requests include a new swimming pool and spa, an accessory dwelling unit with a basement and pool, and an unspecified permit for the lands of Gourji.
- 13800 Barton Court: Permit for a 1,033 sq ft two-story accessory building with a 1,019 sq ft ADU, 913 sq ft basement, and 1,000 sq ft pool
- 13101 La Cresta Drive: Permit for a 1,432 sq ft swimming pool, spa, and hardscape improvements
- 27575 Black Mountain Road: Site Development Permit for the lands of Gourji
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee will review a presentation on SB 1383 impacts from GreenWaste and discuss a $250k town hall resiliency award. Other discussion topics include water, undergrounding contracts, and a Climate Action Plan progress report.
- Presentation: GreenWaste's response to SB 1383
- Discussion of $250k award for town hall resiliency
- Review of undergrounding contracts
- Climate Action Plan subcommittee update
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills has cancelled the Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, June 1, 2021. No other business is listed.
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit. The request concerns landscape screening for a residence remodel and addition.
- Site Development Permit for landscape screening at 12663 Corte Madera Lane (File #SD21-0038)
- Approved 803 square-foot addition and remodel of a two-story residence
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a Fast Track Site Development public hearing. The body will consider a permit for a new residence and accessory dwelling unit on the lands of Vahid Firouzdor.
- Site Development Permit for a 4,635 square-foot two-story residence at 12874 Viscaino Road
- Proposed 1,165 square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the second floor
- Proposed 448 square-foot two-car garage
- Requirement for the applicant to pay a pathway fee
- CEQA review: Categorical Exemption per Section 15303(a)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a zoning permit request. The meeting is being conducted via teleconference.
- Zoning Permit for existing 6-foot high wall at property line: 25915 Elena Road (File #ZP21-0007)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss several environmental topics, including water issues and the progress of the Climate Action Plan. Members will also review lessons from forming a microgrid and the status of undergrounding.
- Water issues in LAH
- Lessons from forming a microgrid
- Undergrounding progress
- Climate Action Plan subcommittee progress report
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will consider two site development permit requests via teleconference. The items include a new swimming pool at Natoma Road and a new residence with an attached accessory dwelling unit at Sunrise Farm Road.
- Site Development Permit for a 1,000 square-foot swimming pool and hardscape at 27644 Natoma Road
- Site Development Permit for a 4,492 square-foot two-story residence and 334 square-foot attached ADU at 27474 Sunrise Farm Road
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development Committee will consider several site development and zoning permit applications. These include a new residence with an accessory dwelling unit, landscape screening, and a wall height request.
- Site Development Permit: landscape screening and new fencing at 24840 Summerhill Avenue
- Site Development Permit: new 4,935 square-foot residence, 655 square-foot ADU, and 500 square-foot pool at 26616 Westwind Way
- Zoning Permit: 6-foot high wall at property line for 25915 Elena Road
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town is holding a public hearing to consider several site development permits and one minor variance. The body will review requests for a new residence, a swimming pool, and a solar panel system.
- 14221 Miranda Road: Permit for a 4,199 square-foot residence, 658 square-foot garage, and 1,093 square-foot pool
- 13920 Fremont Pines Lane: Minor Variance for an 856 square-foot solar panel system
- 14146 Amherst Court: Permit for a 512 square-foot swimming pool and hardscape
- 25915 Elena Road: Zoning Permit for a 6-foot high wall (continued to a date uncertain)
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding public hearings to consider a site development permit for a new residence and a zoning permit for an existing wall. The body will review project plans, setbacks, and environmental impacts.
- Site Development Permit for 26724 Palo Hills Drive: 5,917 sq ft residence, 706 sq ft ADU, 1,000 sq ft pool, and 400 sq ft cabana
- Zoning Permit for 25915 Elena Road: existing 6-foot high wall at property line
Fast Track/Site Development
The weekly Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for April 6, 2021, has been cancelled. No development items are listed for this date.
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee is meeting via teleconference to discuss greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and the Climate Action Plan. The session includes a report on GHG savings from an electrification ordinance and a review of microgrid lessons from the Town of Mathews.
- CSG Report on GHG inventory
- Climate Action Plan based on GHG inventory
- Estimated GHG savings from electrification ordinance
- Lessons from Town of Mathews microgrid
- Electrification webinar series
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for the Lands of Goel. The proposal involves adding a first-floor and second-floor addition to an existing one-story single-family home.
- Site Development Permit for a 436 square-foot first floor addition and a 552 square-foot second floor addition at 25900 Springhill Drive
- CEQA review: Categorical Exemption per Section 15301(e)
- Requirement for applicant to pay in-lieu fees to the Pathways Committee prior to building permit issuance
- Environmental Design and Protection Committee recommendations to replace wooden decks with non-flammable Class A material
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding public hearings to consider site development permits for two residential projects. One request involves exterior lighting modifications, while the other is for a new residence and accessory dwelling unit.
- 27447 Edgerton Road: Modification to exterior lighting for landscape screening
- 14096 Seven Acres Lane: New 5,698 square-foot residence with 2,906 square-foot basement
- 14096 Seven Acres Lane: Detached 800 square-foot accessory dwelling unit
- 14096 Seven Acres Lane: 800 square-foot swimming pool and 570 square-foot cabana
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider three site development permits. The requests include residential additions, a new greenhouse, and a new two-story residence with an accessory dwelling unit.
- 25900 Springhill Drive: 436 sq ft first floor and 552 sq ft second floor addition
- 27860 Black Mountain Road: New 2,880 sq ft agricultural greenhouse
- 14381 Miranda Way: New 4,999 sq ft two-story residence with 1,827 sq ft basement
- 14381 Miranda Way: Detached 800 sq ft accessory dwelling unit
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider two property requests. The body will review a site development permit and a zoning permit.
- 12468 Casa Mia Way: Site Development Permit for landscape screening, new driveway gates, and fencing
- 25915 Elena Rd: Zoning Permit for an existing 6-foot high wall at the property line
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider a site development permit. One item is scheduled for review, while another has been continued to a date uncertain.
- 12468 Casa Mia Way: Permit for landscape screening, new driveway gates, and fencing
- 25915 Elena Rd: Zoning permit for existing 6-foot high wall (Continued to a Date Uncertain)
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The Environmental Initiatives Committee is meeting via teleconference to review the minutes from February 4, 2021. The committee will also discuss a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory Update.
- GHG Inventory Update
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit for the Lands of Wu. The body will review a proposal for a new basketball court and a fence exception.
- Site Development Permit for a 1,485 square-foot basketball court at 27161 Fremont Road
- Fence exception for a six-foot tall wrought iron fence adjacent to a conservation easement
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town will hold a public hearing to consider two site development permit requests. The body will review plans for residential landscaping and a new tennis court.
- 27985 Central Drive: Site Development Permit for landscape screening and new fencing
- 13940 La Paloma Road: Site Development Permit for a new tennis court and fencing
Fast Track/Site Development
The Town of Los Altos Hills is holding a public hearing to consider site development permits for two new residential projects. The body will review plans for new homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) at two specific addresses.
- 13781 Ciceroni Lane: Proposed 6,279 sq ft two-story residence, 519 sq ft detached garage, and 1,000 sq ft ADU
- 13902 Campo Vista Lane: Proposed 3,554 sq ft single-story residence with 2,853 sq ft basement, detached carport, and 1,181 sq ft ADU
- Review of CEQA categorical exemptions for both projects
- Requirement for applicants to pay in-lieu fees to the Pathways Committee prior to building permits
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for February 9, 2021, has been cancelled. The provided document is a notice of cancellation.
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee will meet via teleconference to review the GHG inventory and the impact of council resolutions. Members will also discuss town hall reach codes and provide an update on undergrounding.
- GHG Inventory Update
- LAH town hall beyond reach codes
- GHG impact of LAH council resolutions
- Undergrounding update
- Discussion on Yellow Tin
Fast Track/Site Development
The Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, February 2, 2021, has been cancelled.
Environmental Initiatives Committee
The committee is meeting to review a greenhouse gas inventory update and a presentation on clean energy from Yellow Tin. Members will also discuss reach code compliance for the Town Hall expansion and continued participation in the CDP.
- G HG Inventory Update
- Yellow Tin presentation on clean energy education
- Reach Codes Compliance for LAH Town Hall Expansion
- Continued participation in CDP