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Belmont City • 2026-02-10 • TBD
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What's Scheduled

Belmont City Council's 2026-02-10 agenda is scheduled to cover Public Outreach Communications Fiscal Impact ☐ No Fiscal Impact ☒ Funding Source Confirmed: Fees from the project..., Floor Area Ratio & Height from Submitted Plans 1 1 Building floor areas and maximum heights as delineated in project..., E. Minimum Setbacks: 51, and January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Resolution recommending City Council approval of CDP and CEQA Categorical Exemption. This is an agenda-derived preview, so it describes scheduled topics and proposed actions rather than confirmed outcomes.

Key Topics
  • Public Outreach Communications Fiscal Impact ☐ No Fiscal Impact ☒ Funding Source Confirmed: Fees from the project...: proposed contract or agreement that could commit public funds or shape implementation.
  • Floor Area Ratio & Height from Submitted Plans 1 1 Building floor areas and maximum heights as delineated in project...: the agenda included this context: Section: EFFECTIVE DATE. already included in the overall floor area for that building. Lot Area = 213,250 SF 56 276 277 276 259 258 257 256 253 259 261 262 258...
  • E. Minimum Setbacks: 51: the agenda included this context: Section: EFFECTIVE DATE. Exhibit A - Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) – Development Standards Charles Armstrong School – 1405 Solana Drive 3 Criteria - Setbacks 1 CDP Standards Proposed Project – Right Side & Rear Setback Front 30’ No...
  • January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Resolution recommending City Council approval of CDP and CEQA Categorical Exemption: the agenda included this context: Section: ITEMS OF BUSINESS A.
  • H. Landscaping/Lighting: Landscaping shall be native or locally acclimated, draught-tolerant species and consistent...: the agenda included this context: Section: EFFECTIVE DATE. All lighting shall be downcast on the project site and shall not create glare off-site. Parking lot and walkway lighting shall be the...
Why It Matters
  • Public Outreach Communications Fiscal Impact ☐ No Fiscal Impact ☒ Funding Source Confirmed: Fees from the project... may affect public spending, project delivery, or vendor accountability.
  • Floor Area Ratio & Height from Submitted Plans 1 1 Building floor areas and maximum heights as delineated in project... may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
  • E. Minimum Setbacks: 51 may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
  • January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Resolution recommending City Council approval of CDP and CEQA Categorical Exemption may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
  • H. Landscaping/Lighting: Landscaping shall be native or locally acclimated, draught-tolerant species and consistent... may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
What Residents Should Watch
  • Watch how council frames next steps for Public Outreach Communications Fiscal Impact ☐ No Fiscal Impact ☒ Funding Source Confirmed: Fees from the project....
  • Watch how council frames next steps for Floor Area Ratio & Height from Submitted Plans 1 1 Building floor areas and maximum heights as delineated in project....
  • Watch how council frames next steps for E. Minimum Setbacks: 51.
  • Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Resolution recommending City Council approval of CDP and CEQA Categorical Exemption.
  • Watch how council frames next steps for H. Landscaping/Lighting: Landscaping shall be native or locally acclimated, draught-tolerant species and consistent....
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  • This summary is based on agenda materials only; actions have not yet been confirmed by minutes, transcript, or vote records.
  • Review the official agenda packet and source materials for exact item language, attachments, public-comment instructions, and final staff recommendations.
  • After the meeting, check official minutes or vote records before treating any proposed action as approved.
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Academic Bldg, Area C New, Phase 1B 1,292 0.006 21'-3" Athletics Building New, Phase 2 11,126 0.052 32'-0" Gymnasium 2 7,973
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Library 2 1,200
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Maker Space 2 500
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Classrooms #1 Existing 7,346 0.034 ±17'-6" Classrooms #2 Existing 6,840 0.032 ±17'-6" Classrooms #3 Existing 6,840 0.032 ±17'-6" Academic Bldg, Area A New, Phase 1A 6,364 0.030 33'-6" Academic Bldg, Area B New, Phase 1A 4,237 0.020 34'-2"
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: Storage 2 220
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Total Floor Area & FAR 52,696
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Kitchen 2 3,153
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Floor Area Ratio & Height from Submitted Plans 1 1 Building floor areas and maximum heights as delineated in project plans submittal. 2 Building areas indicated in red are portions of the same building in which they are located, and are
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: already included in the overall floor area for that building. Lot Area = 213,250 SF 56 276 277 276 259 258 257 256 253 259 261 262 258 254 259 256 259 259 259 259 271 269 268 267 266 264 263 262 261 268 273 274 277 278 277 276 277 278 279 281...
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E. Minimum Setbacks: 51
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: Exhibit A - Conceptual Development Plan (CDP) – Development Standards Charles Armstrong School – 1405 Solana Drive 3 Criteria - Setbacks 1 CDP Standards Proposed Project – Right Side & Rear Setback Front 30’ No change to existing setbacks whic...
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Comcast Cable Channel 27
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (none)
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GENERAL BUSINESS (none)
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Attachments: Staff Report - Charles Armstrong School Expansion Project Attachment 1 - Conceptual Development Plan Ordinance Exhibit A - Conceptual Development Plan Development Standards Exhibit B - Conceptual Development Plan - Campus Site
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PUBLIC HEARINGS A.: & Building Location Plan Exhibit C - General Plan Conformity Analysis Resolution Approving Conditional Use Permit and Related Entitlements Exhibit A - Detailed Development Plan Exhibit B - Findings for Entitlements Exhibit C - Performance S...
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Streamed live via the City's website at www.Belmont.gov
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ADJOURNMENT
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At that meeting the school provided an overview of the project and facilitated community comments and feedback; the meeting was well attended with approximately 20- 25 community members present.
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ITEMS OF BUSINESS A.: On November 4, 2025, the Planning Commission held a Study Session - which served as a dual-purpose opportunity to introduce the Armstrong school proposal and educate 44 Page 6 of 7 City Council Staff Report - Charles Armstrong School - 14...
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Phase 2 includes the construction of an Athletics Building; Phase 2 is anticipated to be constructed in the 2031-2032 school year.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: The relative locations of all proposed Phase 1 and 2 improvements are delineated on Exhibit B – CDP Campus Site & Building Location Plan. The CDP shall also be consistent with the following development/use standards as referenced below. A. Min...
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ZOOM https://belmont-gov.zoom.us/ Meeting ID: 95745673035
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Attend the meeting in the Council Chambers, Belmont City Hall 2nd floor PUBLIC COMMENT: Public in the Council Chamber present the Clerk a request to speak slip found at the table at the rear of the chamber.
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ADJOURNMENT: If participating virtually use the Raise Hand feature to request to speak. For dial- in comments, call *67 1-(669) 900-6833 (your phone number will appear on the live broadcast if *67 is not dialed prior to the phone number) enter Meeting ID: 9574...
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Acres (214,315 sq. ft.) B.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: Permitted Uses.
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January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Resolution recommending City Council approval of CDP and CEQA Categorical Exemption
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ITEMS OF BUSINESS A.
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January 6, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
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Public Outreach Communications Fiscal Impact ☐ No Fiscal Impact ☒ Funding Source Confirmed: Fees from the project are accounted for in the Development Services Fund for planning review and permits, and the City Trees Fund for the tree
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ITEMS OF BUSINESS A.: removal permit. Source: Purpose: Public Outreach: Staff Discretionary Action Other* 46 Page 8 of 8 City Council Staff Report - Charles Armstrong School - 1405 Solana - 2-10-26 CC – CDP/DDP/CUP/DR/GP/TRP - Charles Armstrong School *E-Notif...
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H. Landscaping/Lighting: Landscaping shall be native or locally acclimated, draught-tolerant species and consistent with all applicable state and local landscape requirements.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: All lighting shall be downcast on the project site and shall not create glare off-site. Parking lot and walkway lighting shall be the minimum required for safety. There shall be no floodlighting of landscape plantings, buildings, courtyards, p...
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SPECIAL SESSION/OTHER TOPICS (none) ITEMS STARTING AT 7:00 PM Attachments: Staff Report Belmont Central ECR Plan Presentation This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Body on any City matter not on the
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CONSENT BUSINESS A.: agenda. The period for public comment at this point in the agenda is limited to 15 minutes, with a maximum of 3 minutes per speaker. Speakers who requested but did not receive an opportunity to speak during this comment period will be give...
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Resolution 2026-02 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a Shared Cost Agreement with Linc Housing Development Project (Linc Project) for reimbursement of construction costs associated with overlapping improvements between
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CONSENT BUSINESS A.: the City of Belmont’s Belmont Village Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements Project and the Linc Project’s frontage improvements, in the amount of $187,004.15 plus a 10% contingency. E. Affirm City Council Vice Mayor Appointment and Calendar...
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Building Materials: Building materials shall be consistent with Elevation Drawings and submitted materials via an approved Detailed Development Plan (DDP) for the school.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: J. Circulation Plan: – Circulation shall be consistent with Exhibit B – CDP Campus Site/Building Location Plan, except as modified via an approved Detailed Development Plan (DDP) or amendment thereto, after review and approval by 52 Exhibit A...
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Roof Mounted Mechanical Equipment: Installation of roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be consistent with the standards as outlined below.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: Criteria CDP Standards Proposed Project Roof- mounted Mechanical Equipment Screened from Public Vantage Points Screened from Public Vantage Points
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Signage: Signage shall be consistent with standards outlined below, except as modified by a Detailed Development Plan (DDP) or amendment thereto.
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EFFECTIVE DATE.: Criteria CDP Standards Proposed Project Signage Per Detailed Development Plan (DDP) Vehicular Directional Monument Sign – 20 sq. ft. LED Monument Signs - 60 sq. ft. Building Identification Signs Informational Signage N. Floor Area: Permitted f...
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City of Belmont, San Mateo Superior Court No. 24-CIV-05819 II.) Friends of Waterdog Open Space, Deniz Bolbol, Joseph P.
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