Public hearing on zoning code amendments scheduled for March 12, 2026.

CITY OF SANTA ROSA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THE PLANNING COMMISSION WILL REVIEW PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE SANTA ROSA ZONING CODE TO ADDRESS STREAMLINING AND PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS RELATED TO THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PROCESS AND WILL PROVIDE A RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL. Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning Commission on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at or after 4:30 p.m., in the City Hall Council Chambers - 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa. The purpose of the public hearing will be to receive public comment and recommendations prior to the Planning Commission acting on the proposed project. The proposed Zoning Code amendments would: 1) Create a new Director Level Conditional Use Permit process, allowing certain uses to be reviewed and approved administratively rather than requiring a public meeting or hearing, unless one is specifically requested; 2) Reduce the level of Conditional Use Permit (Director, Minor, or Major) required for certain uses, to reduce timelines, lower costs and improve overall efficiency, while maintaining appropriate review and oversight; and 3) Update the Temporary Use Permit section of the Zoning Code to allow for a broader range of temporary activities, including pop-up retail and interim activities for vacant or underutilized sites and buildings, supporting the activation of spaces and encouraging reinvestment. Members of the public may join the meeting in person, through Zoom or by phone using the meeting access information below. Public comments will only be accepted in-person; comments will not be accepted from those attending via Zoom. Meeting access information (including instructions) and meeting documents are available online at: srcity.org/planningcommission. Online Access: www.zoom.us/join - Meeting ID: 819 8697 3863 Phone Access: Dial: (877) 853 5257 (Toll Free) Meeting ID: 819 8697 3863 You may also submit comments prior to the Thursday, March 12, 2026, public hearing. Comments and questions may be directed to Jessica Jones, Deputy Director - Planning, Planning & Economic Development Department, City of Santa Rosa, telephone (707)543-3253, or email jjones@srcity.org. The City of Santa Rosa does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, benefits, facilities, programs, or activities. Requests for accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services necessary to participate in a City program, service, or activity, including printed information in alternate formats, are available by contacting the City Clerk's Office at 707-543-3015 (TTY Relay at 711) or CityClerk@SRCity.Org. Requests should be submitted as far in advance as possible, but no later than two business days The City of Santa Rosa does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in its employment, services, benefits, facilities, programs, or activities. Requests for accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services necessary to participate in a City program, service, or activity, including printed information in alternate formats, are available by contacting the City Clerk's Office at 707-543-3015 (TTY Relay at 711) or cityclerk@srcity.org. Requests should be submitted as far in advance as possible, but no later than two business days before the scheduled meeting.