Sites Inventory Analysis – Sites List
Ministerially Approved or Entitled Projects
965 WEEKS STREET
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-232-210
063-232-220
063-232-230
Acreage 2.52
Current GP and
Zoning
High Density Residential (General Plan) R-HD zoning 22-43 du/acre
Urban Residential (Specific Plan) up to 40 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 42 VLI, 93 LI, 1 Above Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Entitled project on vacant, City-owned parcel. Fully affordable project with financing plan that includes Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and other sources of public funding, including City loans.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
This is an entitled project that has applied for several rounds of state funding and was provided City loan funds. Unit mix and affordability codified in regulatory agreement with City are reflected here.
Environmental Mitigated Negative Declaration for the site completed during entitlement phase.
Infrastructure Water –There will likely be on-site water storage, though this project will benefit from City capital improvements; most significantly, the Cooley/University Water Main project. Applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from EPASD.
Other
constraints
None known.
1804 BAY ROAD
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-231-240
Acreage .99 acre
Current GP and
Zoning
Mixed-Use Corridor (General Plan) MUC-2 zoning 22-65 du/acre Bay Road Central (Specific Plan) zoning 50 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 10 VLI, 65 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
SB 35-approved mixed-use residential and retail project with density bonus. Owner currently considering options to sell ministerially-approved project plans and could require
discretionary review if major changes proposed.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Development application and SB 35 zoning clearance.
Environmental N/A due to SB 35.
Infrastructure Water – applicant will be required to obtain clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant will be required to obtain clearance from EPASD.
Other
constraints
None known.
UNIVERSITY CLARUM CORNER 2331 UNIVERSITY (Nonvacant)
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-201-250, 063-201-260, 063-201-290
Acreage .89 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Mixed Use Corridor (General Plan) MUC-2 zoning 22-65 du/acre Unit Breakdown 4 LI, 3 MOD, 26 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Multifamily mixed-use; condominiums over ground floor retail.
Demolition of existing single-family home on property.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
This project was entitled with the unit mix shown here. The unit mix may change if the entitlements are sold to another developer.
Conditions of approval include right of first refusal for current tenant for one of the below market-rate units in the new development and tenant relocation assistance to be provided to tenant.
Environmental CEQA Categorical Exemption.
The site contains no wetlands, creeks, natural areas, and is not located adjacent to the Bay. Based on the General Plan EIR (2016), the site does not contain the aquatic, salt marsh, riparian or other habitats that may support special status species.
The property was the subject of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) (Lowney Associates, 2003) that concluded that no hazardous materials incidents have been reported in this location or nearby locations that would likely affect the site.
Kimley-Horn (2020) performed an updated regulatory database search and found that no new recorded hazardous sites are located at the project site.
Infrastructure As a project designated as mixed-use in the City’s General Plan and studied in the General Plan EIR, the Clarum Corner Notice of Exemption found that the site can be serviced by all existing utilities and public services.
Applicant remains responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire and for obtaining a permit from EPASD and/or paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
1201 RUNNYMEDE
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-271-090
Acreage .932 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
High Density Residential (General Plan) zoning 22-43 du/acre Urban Residential (Specific Plan) up to 40 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 3 LI, 3 MOD, 26 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Entitled multifamily condominium project on a vacant lot.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
This project was entitled with the unit mix shown here. The unit mix may change if the entitlements are sold to another developer.
Environmental CEQA Categorical Exemption.
The site contains no wetlands, creeks, natural areas, and is not located adjacent to the Bay. Based on the General Plan EIR (2016), the site does not contain the aquatic, salt marsh, riparian or other habitats that may support special status species.
Kimley-Horn (2020) performed an updated regulatory database search and found that no new recorded hazardous sites are located at the project site.
Infrastructure As a project designated as mixed-use in the City’s General Plan and studied in the General Plan EIR, the Clarum Corner Notice of Exemption found that the site can be serviced by all existing utilities and public services.
Applicant remains responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire and permit from EPASD and/or for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
760 WEEKS STREET
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-252-320
Acreage .52 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-2 zoning 12-22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 1 LI, 1 MOD, 8 Above-Mod units.
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
SB 35-approved townhome project with density bonus on a vacant lot.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Based on ministerially-approved development proposal.
Environmental N/A due to SB 35.
Infrastructure Water – applicant will still be required to obtain clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
120-126 MAPLE LANE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-720-190, 063-720-180, 063-720-170, 063-720-160
Acreage .177 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-1 zoning 12-15 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 4 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
4- unit subdivision on vacant land. Inclusionary Housing Agreement between the City and the developer required
developer to pay a fee in-lieu of constructing 2 residential units affordable to VLI and LI households.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Entitled project, as described in Inclusionary Housing Agreement.
Environmental CEQA Categorical Exemption (assumed)
Infrastructure Water – applicant will still be required to obtain clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
NO ADDRESS/APN 063265300 (Runnymede/Clarke)
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-265-300
Acreage .156 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-1 zoning 12-15 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 1 LI, 2 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Deed-restricted ADU at 70% AMI pursuant to Inclusionary Housing Agreement with City of East Palo Alto, as approved by the City Council.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Approved plans and executed Inclusionary Housing Agreement.
Environmental CEQA Categorical Exemption
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
Projects Not Approved, but High Probability of Development
WOODLAND PARK COMMUNITIES EUCLID IMPROVEMENTS (NONVACANT) Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-282-010, 063-282-020, 063-282-030, 063-282-040, 063-282- 050, 063-282-060, 063-282-070, 063-282-580, 063-282-090, 063- 281-020, 063-281-030, 063-281-040, 063-281-100, 063-281-110 Acreage 3.9 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Multifamily High-Density R-HD-5 zoning 22-43 du/acre
And R-UHD Multifamily Urban High Density 43-86 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 444 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Redevelopment of 161 existing rent-controlled apartments to 605 units, or 444 net new units. This project is requesting a General Plan Amendment (to create “Neighborhood Center Residential Overlay”) and zoning code changes. Project is subject to Westside Area Plan anti-displacement policies.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
The number of total units and affordable units is based on the development application, inclusionary housing ordinance, and pending Development Agreement between the City and the
developer, Sand Hill/Woodland Park Communities.
Environmental On July 1, 2021, the City issued a Notice of Availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for a 76-day public comment period which ended on September 15, 2021. A Final EIR is being prepared.
Infrastructure Domestic water capacity is sufficient to support the proposed project. However, East Palo Alto’s water supply distribution is insufficient to provide adequate pressure and flow for the Euclid Improvements Project’s fire suppression. Menlo Park Fire District has required that the applicant provide approximately 0.5 million gallons (MG) of water for fire flow, and the Applicant will construct a 1.5M gallon tank at an offsite location to improve water pressure and flow for the Westside neighborhood.
Applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from EPASD prior to starting construction.
Staff does not believe that these infrastructure constraints will result in a lower number of units.
Other
constraints
Project subject to Development Agreement and lengthy approval process.
FOUR CORNERS 1675 BAY RD.
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-111-250
Acreage 6.1 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Mixed Use High (General Plan) MUH zoning – up to 86 du/acre 4 Corners (Specific Plan) up to 60 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 36 VLI, 144 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Mixed-use project on a vacant site with retail, housing, and office.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
The number of total units and affordable units is based on the development application and inclusionary housing ordinance requirement of 20%. Using the 20% requirement, rather than assuming all affordable units is a conservative estimate given the zoning, which allows for a density suitable for lower-income housing.
Environmental EIR forthcoming. Notice of Preparation pending.
Infrastructure Water – applicant will still be required to obtain clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other necessary measures will be determined by the EIR.
Other
constraints
The project must request an amendment to the current Specific Plan to accommodate one of the proposed uses (life
science/laboratory) and the proposed height. The proposed community and office space will respectively require an administrative use permit and a conditional use permit to be in conformance with Specific Plan. Alternatively, updates to the Ravenswood/4 Corners Specific Plan may better align the proposed project and the Specific Plan, which could help the project achieve greater density for the residential component. 717 DONAHOE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-374-350
Acreage .66 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-2 zoning
12-22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 1 LI, 1 MOD, 12 Above-Mod units.
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Vacant lot multifamily condominium project.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Based on development proposal and inclusionary requirement.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption.
Analysis shows that there are no serpentine soils, riparian, wetland, or other aquatic areas on or adjacent to the site.
As a project with more than 10,000 square feet of impervious surfaces, it will be subject to the requirements of the Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP) for the San Francisco Bay Area and must implement site design, source control, and Low Impact Development (LID)-based stormwater treatment controls to treat post-construction stormwater runoff.
Infrastructure Water – The proposed 14 multi-family residences would result in a relatively small incremental increase in water demand and is consistent with the City’s projected growth. The project would connect to the existing water main in Donohoe Street.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees. However, the project is expected to cause a relatively small incremental increase in sanitary sewer demand, consistent with projected growth in the General Plan, and would connect to the existing sewer main in Donohoe Street.
Applicant is still responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire and EPASD.
Other
constraints
None known.
990 GARDEN
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-344-420, 063-344-450
Acreage 1.32 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Low Density Residential (General Plan) R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 2 LI, 6 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Lot merger and subdivision of two vacant parcels for 6 single family dwellings with ADUs and one duplex. While the inclusionary portion of this project has been approved by the City Council (the developer proposed an alternative), the project has not yet been approved by the Planning Commission.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Based on development proposal and inclusionary requirement.
Environmental CEQA Categorical Exemption.
The site does not contain wetlands, creeks, or natural areas, and is not connected to nearby baylands or marsh habitat. Based on the General Plan EIR (2016), the site does not contain the aquatic, salt marsh, riparian or other habitats that may support special status species. Kimley-Horn (July 2021) performed an updated regulatory database search of the Department of Toxic
Substances Control Envirostor website and the State Water Resources Control Board's (SWRCB) Geotracker website to identify if any new hazardous material regulated facilities or sites within or proximate to the project are present. The target property was not listed in any of the databases searched by Kimley-Horn.
Infrastructure The project would connect to existing electrical, communications, water, sewer and storm drain infrastructure that currently exists within public rights of way. The project included a utility plan, domestic water analysis and sewer capacity analysis to confirm that the project can be served by existing infrastructure. Applicant is still responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees. However, the project is expected to cause a small increase in sanitary sewer demand from 8 units.
Other
constraints
None known.
2340 COOLEY (Nonvacant)
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-253-410
Acreage .26 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-2 zoning 12-22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 1 LI, 7 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Redevelopment of site with single family home (owner-occupied) with density bonus. Planning Commission review anticipated in fall 2022.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Development proposal and inclusionary requirement/density bonus analysis.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
Projects with Lower Probability of Development, But Development Interest 547 RUNNYMEDE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-201-190
Acreage .45
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium-Density Residential (General Plan) RMD-2 zoning 12-22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 7 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Preliminary proposal for a townhome development on vacant parcel.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Assumed density for unit calculation is 15 du/acre, which is comparable to other developments with this zoning and adjusted downwards due to smaller size of site.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
1062 RUNNYMEDE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-262-060
Acreage .92
Current GP and
Zoning
Low Density Residential (General Plan) R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 6 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Preliminary proposal for subdivision with four single family homes (and 4 ADUs).
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Unit calculation assumes 6 du/acre, which is comparable to other R-LD-zoned projects of this size.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
812 GREEN
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-373-110
Acreage .89
Current GP and
Zoning
Low Density Residential (General Plan) R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 5 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Site has a preliminary proposal for a subdivision with five single family homes.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Assumes 6 du/acre, which is comparable to other R-LD-zoned projects of this size.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
842 GREEN
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-373-130
Acreage .59
Current GP and
Zoning
Low Density Residential (General Plan) R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 4 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Preliminary proposal on this site for a subdivision with three single family homes.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Assumes 6 du/acre, which is comparable to other R-LD-zoned projects of this size.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
801 DONOHOE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-373-110
Acreage .45
Current GP and
Zoning
Medium Density Residential (General Plan) R-MD-2 zoning 12 to 22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 5 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Parcel has a preliminary proposal for a subdivision with five single family homes. While single family homes may not be the primary intended use of a site with this zoning per the General Plan, the density may be more realistic, given the size of the site.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Assumed density for unit calculation of 12 du/acre (the minimum) results in 5 units.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
755 SCHEMBRI LANE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-361-400, 063-361-260
Acreage 1.435 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
2 lots: R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre and RMD-1 zoning 12-15 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 17 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Some preliminary property owner interest in building 6 single family homes on the property. However, design remains
conceptual.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Unit calculation based on 12 du/acre, which is reasonable given density of other projects with this zoning and size of site.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
807 E. BAYSHORE
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 062-221-340
Acreage .55 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Low-Density Mixed-Use (General Plan) MUL-1 zoning up to 22 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 12 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Preapplication to demolish commercial space and build 6 apartments on second and third floor of new building.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Assumed density at 15 du/acre, given density of other projects with this zoning and tentative nature of preapplication.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
LINCOLN ST. (APN 063-186-270)
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-186-270
Acreage .254 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Low-Density Residential (General Plan) R-LD zoning up to 12 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 1 VLI, 2 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
SB 9 application to build 2 rental units with 2 ADUs on vacant lot.
The inclusionary component of the development proposal will be reviewed at a City Council public hearing on July 19, 2022. The proposal is to deed-restrict an attached ADU as an alternative compliance option to paying the Inclusionary In-Lieu Fee.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Development proposal.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
851 WEEKS
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-221-240
Acreage .65 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
High Density Residential (General Plan) High Density Residential zoning 22-43 du/acre
Urban Residential (Specific Plan) up to 40 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 16 VLI, 10 LI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Site was recently considered for affordable housing as part of another development in the city to fulfill the project’s inclusionary housing obligation. No preapplication was submitted, but feasibility was discussed for affordable units. A future developer would seek to maximize the density, as affordable developers have done elsewhere in the City, likely leveraging density bonus. For purposes of analysis, assumed 40 du/acre.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Applied RHNA 6 distribution to total units to calculate VLI and LI units.
Environmental Potential CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
Publicly-Owned Sites with Potential for Development or Redevelopment 2415 UNIVERSITY – 2 parcels (Nonvacant)
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-103-370, 063-103-360
Acreage .76 acres, 1.285 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Public/Institutional (General Plan) – nonresidential zoning 4 Corners (Specific Plan) up to 60 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 61 VLI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
County-owned Government Center currently under study; there is some potential for housing on the site.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
4 Corners zoning allows for maximum 60 du/acre on the site.
Given existing use as Government Center, continued need to accommodate these uses, and underutilized space in the form of surface parking adjacent to Government Center, staff is assuming 30 du/acre for housing density. Staff has also taken into consideration the proposed density of the development across University Ave., Four Corners (currently proposed as 30 du/acre but is subject to change).
Environmental Anticipated Initial Study.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
County and City are currently working on feasibility study of these sites. However, this cooperation must continue to ensure development over the next 8 years.
2277 UNIVERSITY (Nonvacant)
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-302-460
Acreage .36 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Mixed-Use Corridor MUC-1 zoning 22-65 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 20 VLI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
City-owned parcel to be exchanged with County of San Mateo for the site at 2216 Beech St. and developed as housing. There is currently a single family home structure on the site used by the City. It is possible the County may acquire a neighboring site, which would result in a parcel just over .5 acres.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
The current zoning of MUC-1 allows for 22-65 du/acre. For comparison, there are two entitled developments on this list with MUC-2 zoning, which contains the same density
minimum/maximum (22-65 du/acre), but which allows for uses other than residential above the ground floor, whereas MUC-1 zoning allows for residential uses only above the ground floor.
Those two developments proposed a density of 75 du/acre (65 maximum plus density bonus) and 37 du/acre, respectively. Given the intention to use this site as affordable housing, staff assumes 55 du/acre, roughly the average of the two other sites. Assumes all units VLI.
Environmental Anticipated CEQA Categorical Exemption due to size of project.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
560 BELL ST.* (nonvacant; *would require rezoning)
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-292-320
Acreage 3.86 acres (assumes .736 acres, or 20% of site, for redevelopment)
Current GP and
Zoning
Parks and Recreation (General Plan) PR zoning - nonresidential Unit Breakdown 14 VLI, 8 LI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Site not zoned for housing, but there is some interest in redevelopment with housing.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Applied 30 du/acre density to 20% of the parcel (.736 acres), which is the area expected to be redeveloped for housing on the second floor, for total of 22 units, with VLI/LI breakdown based on RHNA 6 distribution. Surrounding uses include Mixed-Use High zoning, which allows for up to 86 du/acre.
Environmental Unknown. Anticipated Initial Study.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
Building housing on this parcel would require rezoning.
RAVENSWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT BAY RD. SITE/APN 063090080 Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-090-080
Acreage 2.59 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Public/Institutional (General Plan) – nonresidential zoning Unit Breakdown Assumed breakdown: 26 VLI, 26 LI, 26 Mod.
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Ravenswood School District vacant site planned for teacher affordable housing.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Based on size of parcel and surrounding zoning (single family residential), assumed 30 du/acre for a total of 78 affordable units.
Environmental To be determined. Possible EIR.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
The Ravenswood Elementary School District would be required to work with the state to develop this site as housing, as its City zoning designation currently does not allow for residential. The project is dependent upon the school district’s progress during the eight-year planning period.
Nonresidential Zoning, But Residential Development Application (RBD)
EPA WATERFRONT
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-050-050
Acreage 29.6 (but developable area approx. 9 acres)
Current GP and
Zoning
Industrial Buffer (General Plan) -- non-residential
Industrial Flex Overlay (Specific Plan) – non-residential Unit Breakdown 52 VLI, 208 Above-Mod
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
This is a vacant parcel, much of which isrestricted to open space or recreation. It is likely to be rezoned to allow for housing. Of this, there would be a minimum 20% inclusionary requirement, and potentially additional affordable housing required as part of RBD update process/rezoning.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
While the zoning currently does not allow for housing, re-zoning would allow the developer to build housing units on this parcel (without infringing on sensitive environmental areas). The 260-unit total is contained in the applicant’s 2021 proposal. City could assume all lower-income units on this site, given the size and zoning of the parcel. However, knowing there is a development application for market-rate units, staff is assuming 20% (inclusionary) as the default.
Environmental This project will require an EIR. The NOP is pending.
Infrastructure Water – applicant will still be required to obtain clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other necessary measures will be determined by the EIR.
Other
constraints
Aside from zoning, this project contains commercial square footage that cumulatively (together with other proposed projects in the Specific Plan area) exceeds the commercial square footage evaluated in the 2013 RBD EIR. The project is expected to build a lower amount of commercial than proposed, subject to the RBD update process. This is not, however, expected to affect the number of proposed housing units. This is a staff-recommended site for rezoning to allow for residential.
HARVEST THE LANDING HOUSING OFFSITE 1103 WEEKS (Nonvacant) Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063240360, 063240370, 063240380, 063240270
Acreage 1.6 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
General Industrial (General Plan) -- nonresidential zoning Ravenswood Employment Center (Specific Plan)
Unit Breakdown 95 VLI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Applicant is partnering with Eden Housing to develop a 95- unit affordable project with ground floor civic/nonprofit space on ground floor. Site contains an unoccupied (according to applicant; must be verified) single family unit. Would require re-zoning of the parcel.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Based on affordable housing proposal.
Environmental This project will require an EIR. The NOP is pending.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
This site must be re-zoned for housing and is therefore subject to the Ravenswood/4 Corners Specific Plan Update process and its related rezoning. However, this is a staff-recommended site for rezoning to allow for residential.
SOUTH OF WEEKS/FORMER PRIMARY SCHOOL SITE/ APN 063271490 Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-271-490
Acreage 2.7 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Industrial Transition (Specific Plan) - nonresidential
Unit Breakdown 51 VLI, 30 LI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
This site is not zoned for housing and does not have a
development application or known developer interest. However, the size is properly sized for lower-income housing and is one of the focus parcels for the RBD update (to be rezoned for residential).
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
If rezoned to an existing zoning, such as Urban Residential, which would allow for up to 40 du/acre, the site could accommodate up to 108 units. This calculation assumes development of site with 30 du/acre density, or a total of 81 units.
Environmental Anticipated Categorical Exemption given size of site and location within RBD area.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
Sites with (Re)development Potential in Ravenswood Business District 791 WEEKS (Nonvacant)
Prior Housing
Element?
Yes
APN 063-221-390
Acreage .89
Current GP and
Zoning
High Density Residential (General Plan) R-HD zoning 22-43 du/acre
Urban Residential (Specific Plan) up to 40 du/acre
Unit Breakdown 22 VLI, 12 LI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Well-sized site with single family home on the property and zoning that supports higher-density housing. Assumes 30 du/acre realistic development capacity for 34 total units.
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Applied RHNA 6 distribution to 34 total units to calculate VLI and LI units.
Environmental To be determined. Assumed CEQA Categorical Exemption, given size of site.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
None known.
1923 BAY RD.
Prior Housing
Element?
No
APN 063-132-110
Acreage .99 acres
Current GP and
Zoning
Mixed-Use Corridor (General Plan) MUC-2 zoning 22-65 du/acre Bay Road Central (Specific Plan) zoning up to 50 du/acre Unit Breakdown 25 VLI, 15 LI
Site Details
(incl. existing
use)
Vacant site. Potential interest in developing mixed-use on the site.
Density sufficient to support lower-income housing. Calculation assumes 40 du/acre, which is reasonable given proposals for developments in the area (e.g., 1804 Bay Rd. has a density of 75 du/acre with density bonus, or 65 du/acre without).
Methodology
used to
determine
realistic
capacity
Applied RHNA 6 distribution to 40 total units to calculate VLI and LI units.
Environmental Unknown. Assumed Initial Study, given history of property.
Infrastructure Water – applicant is responsible for obtaining clearance from Menlo Fire.
Sewer –applicant is responsible for obtaining permit from EPASD and for paying any required fees.
Other
constraints
Site has an active code enforcement case. Site may require environmental remediation, given current use (parked vehicles).