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Humboldt County Planning Commission
Aug. 15, 2024, 6 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER / SALUTE TO FLAG
B. COMMISSIONERS PRESENT
C. AGENDA MODIFICATIONS
D. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS:
E. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Gardiner Parcel Map Subdivision Record Number
The County of Humboldt is considering dividing a 0.41-acre parcel of land into two smaller parcels for residential development. The project is in the Myrtletown area and meets all planning and environmental requirements. Access and public works requirements are also being assessed. The project has been reviewed by various agencies and is recommended for approval. If approved, the project will allow for future residential development on one of the parcels.
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Title: Love Blooms in Myrtletown
Chapter 1: The Meeting
As the Planning Commission meeting in the County of Humboldt began on the sunny afternoon of August 15, 2024, Kathleen Cloney-Gardiner couldn’t help but feel nervous. She and her husband, Gregg Gardiner, had been working tirelessly on their proposal for the Gardiner Parcel Map Subdivision in the Myrtletown area. The project was a dream they had been planning for years, and they were finally seeing it come to fruition.
As Kathleen sat in the meeting room, she couldn’t help but notice a man across the room. He was tall, with sandy-brown hair and piercing blue eyes. His name tag read “Mike O’Hern, Agent.” Kathleen felt a strange flutter in her chest as their eyes met for a brief moment before the meeting began.
Chapter 2: The Proposal
As the Gardiners presented their proposal for the Parcel Map Subdivision, Kathleen couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride. They had put in countless hours of work to make this dream a reality, and now they were seeing it all come together.
Mike O’Hern listened intently as the Gardiners spoke, noting the passion and dedication in their voices. He couldn’t help but be impressed by the attention to detail and the care they had put into every aspect of the project.
Chapter 3: Unexpected Connections
After the meeting, Kathleen found herself standing next to Mike O’Hern as they both waited for their respective partners to finish up conversations with other attendees. She cleared her throat nervously, unsure of what to say. To her surprise, Mike turned to her with a warm smile.
“Congratulations on a successful proposal,” he said, extending his hand. “I’m Mike O’Hern, the agent representing the Gardiners.”
Kathleen felt her cheeks flush as she shook his hand. “Thank you. I’m Kathleen Cloney-Gardiner. We’re so grateful for your support.”
As they chatted about the project and exchanged contact information, Kathleen couldn’t shake the feeling that this chance meeting was just the beginning of something unexpected and magical.
Chapter 4: Building Dreams Together
Over the following weeks, Kathleen and Mike found themselves working closely together on the Gardiner Parcel Map Subdivision. Their shared passion for the project brought them closer, and before they knew it, they were spending more and more time together outside of work.
As they walked the property, discussing potential designs and layouts, Kathleen and Mike couldn’t deny the growing attraction between them. They found solace in each other’s company, sharing dreams and aspirations for the future.
And as the sun set over the Myrtletown area, casting a warm glow over the land that would soon be transformed into new homes and possibilities, Kathleen and Mike knew that their meeting at the Planning Commission was just the beginning of a beautiful love story.
The Gardiner Parcel Map Subdivision may have been the focus of their work, but the true magic was the love that bloomed between them in the County of Humboldt.
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DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • Attachment 1 - Draft Resolution • Attachment 1A - Conditions of Approval • Attachment 1B - Public Works Subdivision Requirements • Attachment 1C - Tentative Parcel Map • Attachment 1D - Access Right of Way Width Exception Request • Attachment 1E - Parking Lane and Road Width Improvements Exception Request • Attachment 1F - Public Works Exception Requests Response • Attachment 1G - Humboldt Bay Fire Letter to Public Works • Attachment 2 - Applicant’s Evidence in Support of the Required Findings • Attachment 3 - Referral Agency Comments and Recommendations
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Heavenly Rooted Estate - PROJECT WITHDRAWN Record Number PLN-2024-18884 Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 312-071-050. Glendale area;
A project called Heavenly Rooted Estate in the Glendale area has been withdrawn by the County of Humboldt. This project was identified by Record Number PLN-2024-18884 and Assessor’s Parcel Number 312-071-050.
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… or, as a town crier's speech!
Hear ye, hear ye! Gather round, good people of the County of Humboldt, for important news has been brought forth regarding Heavenly Rooted Estate in the Glendale area.
It has been decreed that Project File #: 24-1182 has been withdrawn, much to the surprise and dismay of many. The Record Number PLN-2024-18884 and Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 312-071-050 shall no longer be associated with this project.
Therefore, let it be known far and wide that the plans for Heavenly Rooted Estate have been abandoned. We must now look to the future of our beloved Glendale area with hope and determination.
May this news be shared amongst all, as we continue to strive for progress and prosperity in our county. Thank you for your attention and may you go forth with this knowledge in mind. God save the County of Humboldt!
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DOCUMENTS:
2. Draft Commercial Residential Ordinance Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 000-000-000 Record No.: LRP-2023-18805 All the unincorporated areas of Humboldt County. The Commercial Residential Ordinance is to implement and expand upon Senate Bill 6 (SB 6), which allows for residential development in zones where office, parking, or retail uses are permitted. Based upon the County’s zoning regulations, various commercial and industrial zoning designations may qualify. Commercial residential is proposed as
The County of Humboldt is discussing new ordinances related to commercial and residential development. These ordinances aim to implement Senate Bill 6, which allows for residential development in certain commercial and industrial zones. The proposed ordinances also include updates to zoning codes to be consistent with state laws and promote housing development in specific zones. The Planning Commission is being asked to adopt these ordinances, and the public has the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposals.
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En el condado de Humboldt,
el quince de agosto se reunieron,
para discutir un proyecto importante,
y en el archivo 24-1183 se enfocaron.
La Comisión de Planificación presente,
escuchó atentamente la propuesta,
del Departamento de Planificación y Construcción,
sobre la Ordenanza Comercial Residencial expuesta.
El proyecto busca implementar y expandir,
el Senado Bill 6 que permite desarrollo residencial,
en zonas donde se permiten usos comerciales,
en el condado de Humboldt, de manera oficial.
Se propone una nueva forma de desarrollo,
que incluye viviendas residenciales y comerciales,
en zonas comerciales e industriales designadas,
creando un ambiente diverso y social.
La Ordenanza de Actualización de Zonificación también se discutió,
para estar en armonía con el Código de Construcción del Estado de California,
y cumplir con la Medida de Implementación del Plan General de Humboldt,
promoviendo la densificación y diversificación de viviendas en la zona.
Se recomienda que la Comisión de Planificación adopte resoluciones,
para que la Junta de Supervisores del Condado de Humboldt tome las acciones correspondientes,
declarando la exención de la Ley de Calidad Ambiental de California,
y asegurando que las propuestas son de interés público y consistentes con los planes y leyes.
En resumen, se propusieron alternativas,
para garantizar un desarrollo equilibrado,
que promueva la vivienda densa y evite la comercialización,
manteniendo la armonía y la sostenibilidad en el condado de Humboldt.
¡Que viva el condado de Humboldt y su desarrollo planificado,
por un futuro próspero y equitativo para todos los ciudadanos!
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DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • Attachment 1 - Commercial Residential Draft Resolution (Inland Coastal) • Attachment 2 - Inland Commercial Residential Ord • Attachment 3 - Coastal Commercial Residential Ord • Attachment 4 - Zoning Updates Draft Resolution • Attachment 5 - Inland Zoning Updates Ord • Attachment 6 - Coastal Zoning Updates Ord • Attachment 7 - Public Comments
G. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
H. REPORT FROM PLANNER
I. PLANNING COMMISSION DISCUSSION ITEMS