Adopt Resolution 2025-24 approving Site & Architectural Review (S&A) 2025-6 for 89 Third Street, subject to the following findings:
The proposed project is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan, any applicable Specific Plans and any applicable design guidelines because:
- The project as proposed, is consistent with the General Plan as it will provide ease of access for adjoining communities to neighborhood-oriented retail and specialty stores.
The proposed project, as conditioned, is consistent with the provisions of Title 17, Zoning, of Hollister Municipal Code including the requirements of the Zoning District in which the property is located, because:
- The project as proposed, is consistent with the land-use designation of Neighborhood Mixed-Use (NMU) as the project will provide for pedestrian-oriented commercial uses of low intensity and of a neighborhood character which serves the convenience retail and service needs of nearby residents.
- The Planning Commission determines that the project as proposed does not trigger the paving requirement as outlined in Section 17.18.110(Q) because the proposed surface material is existing no change to the surfacing material is proposed.
- The project as proposed is consistent with all other findings of the Hollister Municipal Code.
The proposed development will not be detrimental to public health, safety or welfare of persons residing in or working in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City because:
- The project as proposed, has been reviewed for circulation and the City’s DRC has determined that the project poses no impacts to the general welfare of the City and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare of persons residing in or working in the neighborhood.
Architectural considerations, including the character, scale and quality of the design, site layout, screening of unsightly uses, lighting, building materials and colors, result in a project that is harmonious with its surroundings, is compatible with other developments in the vicinity, and complies with any applicable design guidelines or standards adopted by the City.
- The project as proposed, is harmonious with the neighborhood surroundings and is compatible with other developments in the vicinity and complies with the applicable design guidelines and standards as adopted in the Hollister Municipal Code.
The proposed project is consistent with all applicable requirements of the Municipal Code and applicable General Plan related to landscaping and screening, including the location, type, size, water efficiency and coverage of plant materials to ensure visual relief, adequate screening, and an attractive environment for the public.
- The landscaping for the project as proposed is consistent with all applicable requirements of the Hollister Municipal Code, General Plan and policies specific to landscaping and screening.
The site has been adequately designed to ensure adequate parking to serve the project and proper circulation for bicyclists, pedestrians, and automobiles.
- The project as proposed has been adequately designed to ensure the project site is served by sufficient parking in addition to proper circulation for bicyclists, pedestrians, and automobiles.
With the conditions of approval contained in the draft resolution, with the following amendments to conditions 10 & 13.
Condition of Approval 10:
The final sentence was revised to read, “Any work performed without inspection is subject to rejection by the City in the City’s reasonable determination.”
Condition of Approval 13:
The final sentence, “Construction equipment and activities shall not use noise suppression devices and techniques,” was removed.