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Meeting Summary
The Planning Director's Hearing on April 29th, 2026 approved one special use permit amendment for 605 Blossom Hill Rd, allowing modifications to an affordable housing project including 89 units in a five-story building. The item was moved from consent calendar to public hearing due to public concern about tree removal, but was ultimately approved after staff confirmed the 32 trees to be removed were parking lot trees already considered in the original EIR.
Key Decisions (1)
Special Use Permit Amendment at 605 Blossom Hill Rd
Amendment to existing permit SP20-012 for EAH Housing's affordable housing project on approximately 5.39 gross acres. Modifications include: reduction in vehicle parking from 51 to 44 spaces, increase in bike parking from 75 to 89 bikes, reduction in amenity space from 14,000 to 11,500 sq ft, reduction in building height from 70 to 63 feet, removal of 32 parking lot trees, and construction of a five-story multifamily residential building with 89 affordable units. Includes trail improvements to Canoas Creek and bus stop relocation on Blossom Hill.
Development Activity (1)
Blossom Hill Station Affordable Housing - Phase 1
Five-story multifamily residential building with 89 affordable units, 44 vehicle parking spaces, 89 bike parking spaces, approximately 11,500 sq ft amenity space, 63 feet building height. Part of larger Blossom Hill Station mixed-use project.
Market Signals (2)
Housing Demand
City is actively encouraging densification of existing urban areas and redevelopment of underutilized parking lots to address housing needs, consistent with general plan policies.
Infrastructure
Transit-oriented development continues near Blossom Hill station with trail improvements to Canoas Creek and bus stop relocations supporting multimodal access.