Planning Commission approves land use changes
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The Planning Commission approved five items, including a revised approval for 138 single-family homes, a citywide landscaping code update, a street vacation, and a two-parcel subdivision with a setback reduction.
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What this means
The commission gave the green light to several planning items that affect housing, streets, and development rules in San Bernardino. One approved change updated conditions for 138 detached single-family homes near Foothill Boulevard and Macy Street, including street improvement changes. Commissioners also approved a citywide code update to keep water-efficient landscaping rules in line with state law, plus a request to vacate part of an alley south of W. Rialto Avenue and a small lot split at 729 W. Ash Drive. No major discussion or objections were recorded on most items, and all listed actions passed.
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- Approved the April 14, 2026 draft minutes, with a correction recognizing Ivan Garcia as Vice Chair.
- Approved amendments to conditions for 138 detached single-family residences near W. Foothill Boulevard and N. Macy Street.
- Approved a citywide Development Code Amendment updating water-efficient landscape standards for compliance with state law.
- Approved the vacation of a 29,635-square-foot portion of an alley south of W. Rialto Avenue, with utility reservations.
- Approved Subdivision 25-07 and Variance 25-03 at 729 W. Ash Drive, allowing two smaller parcels and a reduced rear setback.
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- Agendahttps://sanbernardino.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=7504&compileOutputType=1
- Packethttps://sanbernardino.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=7506&compileOutputType=1
- Minuteshttps://sanbernardino.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=7505&compileOutputType=1
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