The Planning Commission discussed several items, including a five-year extension for the North Dunes habitat restoration project, which focuses on invasive species removal and ongoing environmental maintenance. The commission also reviewed proposed amendments to the municipal code in alignment with the housing element, specifically covering regulations for employee housing, manufactured homes, parking requirements, minimum density standards, and the classification of transitional, supportive, and single-room occupancy housing.
Aug 5, 2026·
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City of Carmel-by-the-Sea Building Code Board of Appeals Regular Meeting
The Board discussed an appeal regarding a Notice of Violation issued for a specialty restaurant tenant space. Key topics included the requirement for the installation of an accessible public restroom within the space and the installation of a fire sprinkler system due to a change of occupancy. The Board reviewed staff reports, the appellant's contentions regarding code applicability, and the status of the business's Use Permit. The hearing involved deliberations on whether the change in occupancy triggered specific California Building and Fire Code requirements, ultimately leading to a resolution denying the appeal and upholding the Building Official's requirements.
Aug 4, 2026·Board meeting
Carmel-by-the-Sea City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
The City Council conducted a regular meeting to address several key agenda items. Topics included the consideration of a fee schedule amendment for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, focusing on parking citation fees and a potential fee waiver policy. The Council discussed the future of the Financial Stewardship Workgroup, opting to establish a standing committee. Approval was granted for a construction contract for the Beach Access 12th and 10th Avenues Stairs Repair Project. Additionally, the Council provided direction on a potential urgency ordinance for home hardening and wildfire safety regulations, and discussed permitting for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The meeting concluded with a request to discuss the collection of Transient Occupancy Tax from online booking platforms at a future date.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
Carmel By The Sea City Council Special Meeting
The City Council conducted a special meeting to address several administrative and planning items, including the designation of voting delegates for the League of California Cities annual conference, approval of street and sidewalk projects for the fiscal year 2026-2027 capital improvement plan, and a temporary lease agreement for a library location. Key discussions focused on the need for a comprehensive, professionally designed downtown landscape plan to ensure aesthetic consistency while maintaining the village character. Additionally, the Council addressed a public hearing regarding an appeal of a planning commission's approval of an ADU project, deciding to decouple the appeal from a broader discussion on ADU policy, which is slated to be addressed at a future meeting.
