LoCOBot / @ 5:40 p.m. / Agendizer

Humboldt County Planning Commission
April 16, 2026, 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. Review and approval of the March 19, 2026, Action Summary.

2. Dane Valadao Subdivision Extension Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 510-381-021-000 Record No.

The Planning Commission is considering a request for a two-year extension to a previously approved subdivision in the McKinleyville area. The project involves dividing a 2.47-acre parcel into 17 parcels for residential units. The Commission is being asked to adopt a resolution that finds the project complies with regulations and approves the extension. The project has already been reviewed for environmental impact and found to be exempt from further review. The extension request has received no negative feedback, and all necessary agencies have either approved or had no comment on the project.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a World War I infantryman's letter home to his sweetheart!

My Dearest Jane,

I hope this letter finds you well. I write to you from the trenches, under heavy fire from German artillery. The sounds of explosions and gunshots surround me, but amidst the chaos, my thoughts are always with you.

I wanted to tell you about the latest news from the front lines. We have received orders for a two-year extension to a previously approved Major Subdivision in the McKinleyville area. The project involves developing an approximately 2.47-acre parcel into 17 parcels with a total of 58 residential units. The site will be served with community water and sewer provided by the McKinleyville Community Services District.

The Planning Commission has recommended adopting a Resolution to approve the Subdivision Extension, as no new changes to the project are proposed and further environmental review is unnecessary. The project complies with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, and it is subject to the original conditions of approval.

The project location is on the South side of Pickett Road in McKinleyville, and the present General Plan Land Use Designation is Residential Medium Density. The present Zoning is Residential Multi Family, and the project is not located within the Coastal Zone.

I must end this letter here, my dear Jane, as the fighting intensifies. Please know that you are always in my thoughts and prayers. I long for the day when I can hold you in my arms again. Stay safe and know that I love you more than words can express.

Yours always,

Charles

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Original Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Tentative MapAttachment 2 - BOS Resolution 24-14Staff Report


3. Humboldt Farm, LLC (Formerly Sunny West, LLC), Conditional Use Permit Assessor Parcel Numbers (APN) 212-041-005 and 214-233-008 Record No.

The County of Humboldt is considering granting a Conditional Use Permit to Humboldt Farm, LLC for a commercial cannabis cultivation project. The project involves outdoor cultivation and propagation with water sourced from a permitted well and power from renewable sources. The project has been reviewed for environmental impact and is recommended for approval by the Planning Commission.

— LoCOBot

… or, as an Elizabethan sonnet!

In County of Humboldt’s fair land, we meet,
On sixteenth day of April in twenty-six,
To discuss Humboldt Farm, LLC’s great feat,
A cannabis project the Commission picks.

Forty thousand feet of cultivation space,
And ancillary propagation, four grand,
From a permitted well, water does embrace,
In hard-sided tanks, a plentiful demand.

Renewable power, for energy’s need,
Seven souls max, in operations peak time,
All within zoning rules, the plan does heed,
And with conditions, the project will climb.

So, Planning Commission, in grand debate,
Approve this plan, and all shall celebrate.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Operations Plan with AddendumsAttachment 1C - Site PlanAttachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3 - CEQA AddendumAttachment 4 - Applicant's Evidence in Support of FindingsAttachment 4A - Well PermitAttachment 4B - Well Completion ReportAttachment 4C - Well Geologic Analysis ReportAttachment 4D - Notice of ApplicabilityAttachment 4E - Site Management PlanAttachment 4F - Lake and Streambed Alteration AgreementAttachment 4G - Timberland Conversion Evaluation ReportAttachment 4H - Floristic SurveyAttachment 4I - Less Than 3 Acre Conversion ExemptionAttachment 5A to 5C - 11025 Referral Agency Comments


4. Pele Parcel Map Subdivision, Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit Record No.

The County of Humboldt is considering a proposal to divide a 2.01-acre parcel of land into four smaller parcels in McKinleyville. The project includes building two primary residences, two accessory dwelling units, and converting an art studio. The proposal also involves adjustments to lot sizes and access to utilities. The Planning Commission is recommended to approve the project based on environmental reviews and compliance with local zoning laws. If approved, the project will add more housing units to the area.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a pitch from a used car salesman!

Are you looking for a prime piece of real estate in the McKinleyville area? Look no further than the Pele Parcel Map Subdivision! With four parcels ranging in size from 0.25 to 0.59 acres, this project offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home or investment property.

What makes this project truly special is the addition of two primary residences, two accessory dwelling units, and the conversion of an art studio into an ADU. Imagine the possibilities of multiple income-generating properties on one spacious lot!

With public utilities provided by PG&E and the McKinleyville Community Services District, you can rest assured that your new property will have all the necessary services in place. And with access via Bolier Avenue, a well-maintained gravel road, you’ll have a peaceful and private setting for your new home.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of the beautiful McKinleyville area. Contact us today to learn more about the Pele Parcel Map Subdivision and start planning your next move!

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of ApprovalAttachment 1B - Conditions of Approval - Parcel 1Attachment 1C - Conditions of Approval - Parcel 2Attachment 1D - Conditions of Approval - Parcel 4Attachment 1E- Tentative MapAttachment 1F - PW memoAttachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3A- Exception RequestAttachment 3B - Pele_Small Project Stormwater Control PlanAttachment 3C - Fault Hazard Evaluation ReportAttachment 3D - Review Fault Hazard Evaluation ReportAttachment 4 - Referral Agency Comments and Recommendations


5. Westfall Agricultural Preserve General Plan Amendment and Zone Reclassification Assessor Parcel Numbers: 311-041-034 and 311-041-036 Record Number

The County of Humboldt is considering changing the land use designation and zoning of a 4.36-acre property to facilitate the transfer of most of the land to the Bureau of Land Management for conservation purposes, while retaining an existing residence. The proposal aims to maintain housing, protect open space, and enhance public access to the area. The project has been reviewed by various agencies and is recommended for approval by the Planning Commission.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a text thread between three teenage mean girls!

Kaylee: OMG, did you see this agenda item for the Planning Commission meeting? They want to change the zoning from Agriculture Exclusive to Agriculture General on a 4.36-acre parcel for public access and habitat conservation. *eye roll*

Brianna: Ugh, who cares about public access and conservation? Like, we need more shopping malls, not more trees. *eyeroll*

Madison: Seriously, these tree huggers need to get a life. Who even goes to public lands anyway? We need more Instagram-worthy spots, not nature trails. *eyeroll*

Kaylee: I know, right? Like, who even owns a barn anymore? They should just bulldoze it all and build luxury condos. *eyeroll*

Brianna: That’s a great idea! Let’s just destroy everything that’s natural and beautiful. Who needs trees and wildlife when we can have more concrete and pollution? *eyeroll*

Madison: Exactly! Let’s go protest this at the meeting and demand they listen to our demands for more shopping and less nature. Who’s with me? *eyeroll*

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Draft Ordinance for Adoption by the Board of SupervisorsAttachment 1Ai - Rezone Area mapAttachment 1Aii - Legal DescriptionAttachment 1B - Site MapAttachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3 - WAC Draft Minutes 7.31.2025Attachment 4 - BOS petition BR


F. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT

G. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. Plant Humboldt, LLC Special Permit Assessor’s Parcel Numbers: 220-251-029 Record Numbers

Plant Humboldt, LLC is applying for a special permit to operate a wholesale and retail cannabis nursery in the Briceland Area. They plan to source water from a rainwater catchment pond and use renewable energy. The project includes a zone reclassification and meets environmental standards. The Planning Commission is recommended to approve the permit with conditions. The project has no major concerns and will be monitored annually. The project’s location and impact on water resources, biological resources, and security have been considered. It is in the public interest to approve the permit, and the project is consistent with county regulations.

— LoCOBot

… or, as a fantasy story!

In the county of Humboldt, nestled in the Briceland area, lies a mysterious and enchanting property known as Plant Humboldt, LLC. This property, with its Assessor’s Parcel Number of 220-251-029, has captured the attention of both the Planning Commission and the Planning and Building Department. It is a place of magic and wonder, where nature and industry coexist in harmony.

The Plant Humboldt, LLC Special Permit is a proposal for a wholesale and retail commercial cannabis nursery spanning 10,000 square feet. The unique aspect of this project is its sustainable practices, utilizing a rainwater catchment pond with a capacity of 250,000 gallons to source its annual water usage of no more than 160,000 gallons. The power for this operation comes from an eligible renewable energy program provided by PGE, further demonstrating the commitment to environmentally friendly practices.

As the discussions and recommendations unfold within the Planning Commission, the true nature of Plant Humboldt, LLC begins to reveal itself. It is not just a commercial nursery, but a place of ancient magic and mystical energy. The plants grown here have a connection to the land that stretches back through generations, carrying with them the wisdom of the earth itself.

The proposed Zone Reclassification from Neighborhood Commercial (C-1) to Agriculture General (AG) takes on a deeper significance as the land awakens to its true purpose. The reconnection to its agricultural roots signifies a return to its natural state, where the plants can thrive and flourish in harmony with the environment and the creatures that call this place home.

As the Planning Commission delves deeper into the environmental impact and sustainability of the project, they begin to sense the presence of something otherworldly at Plant Humboldt, LLC. The plants seem to whisper ancient secrets, the rainwater pond hums with a mystical energy, and the very air shimmers with unseen magic.

In the end, the Planning Commission adopts the resolution, acknowledging the unique and sacred nature of Plant Humboldt, LLC. The conditions of approval are met, not just on a practical level, but on a spiritual level as well. The land is blessed, the plants are nurtured, and the magic of Plant Humboldt, LLC is woven into the fabric of the county of Humboldt.

And so, the story of Plant Humboldt, LLC continues to unfold, a tale of nature, industry, and magic intertwined in a dance as old as time itself. The county of Humboldt, forever changed by the presence of this enchanted place, becomes a beacon of hope and harmony in a world often overshadowed by darkness.

— LoCOBot

DOCUMENTS:

Staff ReportAttachment 1 - Draft ResolutionAttachment 1A - Conditions of Approval Revised UpdatedAttachment 1B - 12788 Operations Plan w. AddendumAttachment 1C - 12788 Site PlanAttachment 1D - Rezone OrdinanceAttachment 2 - Location MapAttachment 3 - CEQA AddendumAttachment 4 - Applicant's Evidence in Support of FindingsAttachment 4A - Biological AssessmentAttachment 4B - Lake and Streambed Alteration AgreementAttachment 4C - Neighbor Setback WaiversAttachment 4D - Rainwater Catchment AnalysisAttachment 4E - Emails from Agent and Applicant Regarding SMAAttachment 4F - Staff Recommended SMA AlignmentAttachment 5A to 5D - Referral Agency Comments



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