Planning Commission Agenda
Memo to:
Manteca Planning Commission
From:
Jesus R. Orozco, Deputy Director of Development Services - Planning
Prepared by:
Allison Diaz, Assistant Planner
Date:
August 6, 2026
Subject:
Sarene Place Site Plan and Design Review SPA 23-85
Recommendation:
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Planning Commission conduct a public hearing and find the Sarene Place Project exempt from further environmental review pursuant to Section 15303(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, and adopt a resolution approving a Site Plan and Design Review (SPA 23-85) to allow the development of a fourplex for the Sarene Place Project located at 429 Sutter Street (APN 223-120-06).
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Background Information:
APPLICATION NO.: Site Plan and Design Review (SPA) 23-85
APPLICANT: Jeremy Metz, 225 N. Market St., Ste. 255 San Jose, CA 95110
PROJECT LOCATION: 429 Sutter Street (APN 223-120-06)
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The proposed Sarene Place Project (" the Project") entails a Site Plan and Design Review development application ("Application") filed by Jeremy Metz ("Applicant"), proposing the development of a new multi-family fourplex on a ?0.43-acre parcel that incorporates the existing single-family residence and detached shop as part of the overall development. As proposed, the existing one unit, in addition to the proposed four units, will result in a density of 11.6 units per acre, which is consistent with the R-2 zone district and the MDR land use designation, which allows for a density of 8.1 to 20 units per acre.
A distinctive feature of the Project is the incorporation of a drive-through tunnel beneath the apartment building, which provides vehicle and pedestrian access to the rear of the property, where the on-site parking area, common open space, and community gardens are located.
The proposed building complies with the R-2 development standards, including the required setbacks, community open space, and a maximum building height of 29 feet, ...
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