Public hearing for a parcel map subdivision and special permit in McKinleyville.

PUBLIC NOTICE HUMBOLDT COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING On Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard, the Humboldt County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Board of Supervisors' Chamber, Humboldt County Courthouse, 825 Fifth Street, Eureka, California, and virtually via Zoom to consider the matter listed below. Life Plan of Humboldt, Parcel Map Subdivision and Special Permit: McKinleyville Area, Record Number PLN-2025-19246 (filed 5/02/2025); Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APNs) 508-251-060, 510-133-013. A Parcel Map Subdivision (PMS) to divide an approximately 14.59-acre parcel into two parcels of approximately 12.63 acres (Parcel 1) and 1.96 acres (Parcel 2). The purpose of the subdivision is to create the smaller parcel to convey separately with the remaining 12.63-acre parcel retained by Life Plan Humboldt to be developed with a senior living facility. The parcel is currently undeveloped and can be served with community water and sewer provided by McKinleyville Community Services District. The applicant is requesting an exception to specific roadway improvements and placement of a Public Utility Easement (PUE), as the applicant contends the stormwater drainage system can be placed entirely within the existing 80-foot right of way at Hiller Road and therefore a separate PUE is not necessary. A Special Permit is required for the relocation of existing wetlands to facilitate future development of the parcel with senior housing. The applicant proposes to fill 18,765 square feet of existing one-parameter and three-parameter wetlands and create 28,900 square feet of new wetland consolidated in the northwest corner of the property. The project is consistent with the McKinleyville Town Center Qualified Zoning Ordinance for which an Environmental Impact Report (SCN#2-24031111) was certified, and no further environmental review is required. This project is located in the McKinleyville Area at the property known as 1470 Hiller Road. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Michael Holtermann, Associate Planner at (707) 268-3737 or by email at mholtermann@co.humboldt.ca.us. Russ Quarry, Conditional Use Permit and Surface Mining Permit Reapproval: Maple Creek Area, Record Number PLN-2025-19390 (filed 10/20/2025); Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 313-132-001. Reapproval for a 15-year term of a previously approved and recently expired hard rock quarry operation along Bell Springs Road near New Harris. The project includes a surface mining permit to continue extraction of rock from a quarry for use in County Road maintenance activities in the region. This permit will authorize the extraction and processing of up to 20,000 cubic yards of rock as frequently as annually for a period of 15 years. The total volume of rock extracted will not exceed 69,200 cubic yards. No changes to the extraction volume, location or Reclamation Plan are proposed. The annual volume, locations and extraction methods will be consistent with the recommendations of all regulatory agencies. Pursuant to Section 15164 of the CEQA Guidelines, a Negative Declaration was adopted in 1995 for the original permit approval and no changes are proposed. The mitigation measures along with the original conditions of approval remain in effect with the reapproval with no changes proposed. This project is located in Maple Creek Area on the west side of Snow Camp Road, approximately 0.5 miles south from the intersection of Ward Road and Snow Camp Road, approximately 15 miles southeast of the town of Korbel at the property known as 10251Snow Camp Road. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Michael Kein, Associate Planner at (707) 268-3739 or by email at MKein2@co.humboldt.ca.us. Humboldt Bay Harbor, Recreation & Conservation District Extension, Extension of Interim Permits: Samoa Area, Record Number PLN-2025-19441 (filed 12/01/2025); Assessor's Parcel Numbers (APN) 401-112-021 & 401-112-024. A three-year extension to previously approved Coastal Development and Conditional Use Permits (CUP-16-062/CDP-16-09, CUP-18-048/CDP-18-041) which authorized a variety of interim uses at Redwood Marine Terminal II (RMT II) for a 7-year period (2019 thru 2026). Owned and operated by the Harbor District, Redwood Marine Terminal occupies the site of the former pulp mill and hosts an assortment of existing commercial and industrial buildings. Water service is provided through the Humboldt Bay Municipal Water District (HBMWD) and wastewater is handled by an existing on-site wastewater treatment system. As a Responsible Agency under CEQA, the Planning Commission will consider the Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration that were prepared for the project in 2015 (SCH #2015092007) as well as several subsequent Addendums prepared by the Harbor District as Lead Agency, and the determination made by the District that there are no significant impacts to the environment, as mitigated. If approved the extension would authorize ongoing Interim Uses at the property through January 24, 2029. The interim uses would continue to occupy existing structures and infrastructure. This property is located east of New Navy Base Road (Highway 255) in the Samoa area and can be found on the east side of Vance Avenue between its intersection with LP Drive and Bay Street. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Steven Lazar, Senior Planner at (707) 268-3741 or by email at slazar@co.humboldt.ca.us Monument Quarry, Conditional Use Permit: Rio Dell Area, Record Number PLN-2025-19450 (filed 12/08/2025); Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 205-031-049. Re-approval of a recently expired Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a surface mining operation known as the Monument Quarry for the extraction of gravel from the quarry for use on County roads, for emergency and maintenance activities in the region. The extraction is a total of 35,000 cubic yards over the life of the permit. Mining may consist of a single 25,000 cubic yard extraction, or smaller extractions, as frequently as annually, totaling 35,000 cubic yards over 15 years. Pursuant to Section 15164 of the CEQA Guidelines, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was adopted on March 15, 2011 and no changes are proposed to the project. This project is located in Rio Dell Area on both sides of Monument Road, approximately two miles southwest of the town of Rio Dell, on the property known to be in Section 13, Township 1 North, Range 1 West, Humboldt Meridian. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Michael Kein, Associate Planner at (707) 268-3739 or by email at MKein2@co.humboldt.ca.us. Pele Parcel Map Subdivision, Coastal Development Permit and Special Permit: McKinleyville Area, Record Number PLN-2026-19467 (filed 1/8/2026); Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 510-371-010. A Parcel Map Subdivision of APN 510-371-010, an 87,406 square foot (2.01-acres) parcel, into three (3) parcels, a Coastal Development Permit for the construction of a primary residence, two accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and the conversion of an art studio into an ADU, and a Special Permit is also requested to accommodate a Lot Size Modification to allow two parcels to be below the minimum required of the RS-20 zone district. Proposed Parcel 1 will be 50,938 square feet (48,639 net) and will contain an existing single-family residence, detached garage and a detached art studio, which is proposed for conversion to an ADU. Proposed Parcel 2 will be 16,667 square feet (10,755 net) and currently has two existing sheds, which will be demolished to accommodate a two-story primary residence (2,000 square feet) with an attached garage (400 square feet) and a single story ADU (720 square feet). Proposed Parcel 3 will be 19,801 square feet (15,846 net) and is currently developed with an existing primary residence and a single story ADU (720 square feet) is proposed. Proposed parcels are currently provided gas and electric services by PG&E and MCSD for sewer and water. The project is consistent with the density of the Humboldt County Community Plan for which an EIR was certified and no further environmental review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15183. The project site is located in the McKinleyville area, on the west side of Bolier Avenue, approximately 400 feet south of the intersection of Bolier Avenue and Eucalyptus Road, on the property known as 2424 Bolier Avenue. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Alice Vasterling, Associate Planner at (707)268-3777 or by email at Avasterling@co.humboldt.ca.us. Ford Tentative Map Extension, Minor Subdivision Extension: McKinleyville Area, Record Number PLN-2026-19480 (filed 1/26/2026); Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 511-031-011. A two-year extension to an approved Tentative Map (PLN-2021-17091) for the subdivision of an approximately 1.12 acre parcel into four new parcels ranging from 5,228 square feet to 5,583 square feet in size. A remainder parcel of 16,368 square feet is also proposed. The parcel is accessed from Myers Road and Lily Avenue which will continue to serve the remainder parcel. The four new parcels will be served by a proposed 22-foot-wide access road to be developed from Myers Road, and an exception to the minimum right-of-way width requirements was previously approved. The parcel is developed with an existing single-family residence and shop, which will be located on the proposed remainder parcel following the subdivision. The property being divided is located within the Coastal Zone and a Coastal Development Permit is being processed in conjunction with the subdivision. Water and sewer service will be provided by the McKinleyville Community Services District. If approved, the new expiration date will be February 2, 2028. NO further environmental review is required per the CEQA guidelines described in Section 15183 - Projects consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or Zoning. This project is located in McKinleyville Area on the south side of Myers Road, at the intersection of Myers Road with Lily Avenue, on the property known as 990 Myers Road. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Michael Kein, Associate Planner at (707) 268-3739 or by email at MKein2@co.humboldt.ca.us. Redwood Parks Management LLC., Coastal Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit Extension: Orick Area, Record Number PLN-2026-19485 (filed 1.27.2026); Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) 520-142-009. A sixth two-year extension of the following project: A Coastal Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit and Special Permit for a 152-unit transient habitation facility (special occupancy park), to include: a campground, RV Park, Lodge (commercial center), and gas station. The special occupancy park will include 82 RV sites, 48 tent camping sites, 12 park model cabins, 10 cottages, 3 bathhouses, internal trails connecting to the existing Redwood Creek Levee Trail, an open playing field, and a commercial center constructed in a traditional lodge building style. The commercial center will include the resort activity center, administrative offices, a deli and convenience store/gift shop, a touring center, and gas station. An existing residence will remain and be used as a caretaker's residence and office space. A 2,076 square foot maintenance barn will be constructed to the north of the residence and will house the wastewater treatment system operations and maintenance area. The on-site sewage disposal system proposed is an Orenco Advantex Wastewater Treatment system suitable for processing approximately 19,500 gallons of waste per day. The primary leach field will be located near the existing house. Water will be provided by the Orick Community Services District. All utility lines will be underground. The resort will host up to 12 special events per year such as weddings, celebrations, family reunions, school/youth field trips, and small musical productions. Events will generate a maximum of 100 attendees who are not staying on site and may be held between the hours of 12 PM and 9 PM. A Special Permit is included to establish parking for a non-enumerated use. A maximum of 100 additional guests (those who are not staying overnight at the Resort) will be attending special events. To meet this demand 50 parking spaces are proposed in addition to those required by the other facilities (277 parking spaces). Wetland 1 located at the base of the Redwood Creek Levee is partially located within the Coastal Zone. This wetland will not be altered as a result of the project. Other non-coastal wetlands (2 through 5) on site are NWI wetlands and will be filled to facilitate the project. Wetland fill will be mitigated by wetland creation and enhancement, to be implemented at a 2:1 ratio on the coastal portion of the site adjacent to the existing wetland within the 100-foot wetland setback area. Proposed on-site signage will include up to three monument signs that will be backlit or illuminated with down-shielding lighting. No changes to the project are proposed. If approved, the Coastal Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Special Permit will expire on January 27, 2028. An Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH #2014062025) has been prepared for the original project per �15070 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Further environmental review is unnecessary, as no changes to the project are proposed. The project is in the Orick area, on the north side of State Highway 101, approximately 60 feet north from the intersection of Zanotti Lane and State Highway 101, on the property known as 120465 State Highway 101. Specific questions regarding the proposed project may be directed to Michael Kein, Associate Planner at (707) 268-3739 or by email at MKein2@co.humboldt.ca.us. HOW TO LISTEN OR WATCH THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING: Listen or Watch the live stream of the Planning Commission Meeting in three ways: 1. https://zoom.us/j/87544807065 Password: 200525 2. Call in via telephone at 346 248-7799, enter meeting id 875 4480 7065 Password: 200525 3. A live stream of the meeting can be found by using the following link: https://humboldt.legistar.com or by watching Access Humboldt on cable Email Public Comment: To submit public comment to the Planning Commission please email planningclerk@co.humboldt.ca.us, provide your name and the agenda item number(s) on which you wish to comment. All public comment submitted after the agenda has been published will be included with the administrative record after the fact. Documentation to be filed on this matter for the official record is to be submitted to the Planning Clerk, by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 and can be found under the "Attachments" section of the "Meeting Details" link next to the posted Agenda at: https://humboldt.legistar.com and will be included in the administrative record. Consistent with instructions for public comment noted above, any person may appear and present testimony in regard to this matter at or before the hearing. If you challenge the nature of the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission, at, or prior to, the public hearing. Humboldt County Planning Commission March 05, 2026