Desk Item with Exhibit 20.50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd
PREPARED BY: Sean Mullin, AICP
Planning Manager
Reviewed by: Community Development Director
110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● (408) 354-6872
www.losgatosca.gov
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
PLANNING COMMISSION
REPORT
MEETING DATE: 02/12/2025 ITEM NO: 3 DESK ITEM
DATE: February 12, 2025
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Joel Paulson, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Consider a Request for Approval to Demolish Existing Hotel Structures (Los
Gatos Lodge), Construct a Multi-Family Residential Development (155 Units),
a Conditional Use Permit, a Condominium Vesting Tentative Map, Site
Improvements Requiring a Grading Permit, and Remove Large Protected
Trees Under Senate Bill 330 (SB 330) on Property Zoned CH:PD:HEOZ.
Located at 50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road. APNs 529-24-032, 529-24-001, and
529-24-003. Architecture and Site Application S-23-042, Conditional Use
Permit Application U-23-017, and Subdivision Application M-23-009. No
Additional Environmental Review is Necessary Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
Section 15183: Streamlining Process, Since the Proposed Project’s
Environmental Impacts were Adequately Addressed in the 2020 General Plan
EIR and/or 2040 General Plan EIR, as Applicable. Property Owner: Keet S.
Nerhan. Applicant: SummerHill Homes, LLC. Project Planner: Sean Mullin.
REMARKS:
Exhibit 20 includes additional public comments received between 11:01 am, Tuesday, February
11, 2025, and 11:00 am, Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
PAGE 2 OF 2 SUBJECT: 50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road/ S-23-042, U-23-017, and M-23-009 DATE: February 12, 2025
EXHIBITS:
Exhibits previously received with the February 12, 2025, Staff Report:
1. Final Initial Study – December 24, 2024
(available online at https://www.losgatosca.gov/50LGS)
2. Required Findings and Considerations
3. Recommended Conditions of Approval
4. Location Map
5. Project Description Letter
6. Letter of Justification
7. Consulting Architect’s Report
8. Applicant’s Response to Consulting Architect’s Report
9. Final Arborist’s Report
10. Table of Requested Waivers Through State Density Bonus Law
11. Neighbor Outreach Summary
12. Visual Renderings
13. Construction Phasing Exhibit
14. Objective Design Standards Checklist
15. Letter from SummerHill Regarding Commissioner Stump
16. Public comments received by 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 7, 2025
17. Development Plans
Exhibits previously received with the February 12, 2025, Addendum report:
18. Revised Required Findings and Considerations
19. Public comments received between 11:01 am, Friday, February 7, 2025, and 11:00 am,
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Exhibits provided with this Desk Item report:
20. Public comments received between 11:01 am, Tuesday, February 11, 2025, and 11:00 am,
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
EXHIBIT 20
From: Ryan Moore <>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 11:16 AM
To: Sean Mullin <SMullin@losgatosca.gov>
Subject: LG Lodge Support Letter
[EXTERNAL SENDER]
My man, Sean! It's been too long and I hope you're well. Hopefully, we'll cross paths in town
soon!
In the meantime, I'm attaching a letter of support for the LG Lodge development.
Thanks
Ryan
Dear Town Leaders,
Los Gatos is in need of more housing options, and the SummerHill Homes’ proposal is a step in
the right direction. With 26 affordable units, a thoughtful design that blends with the
neighborhood, and improved pedestrian access, this development is a responsible solution.
We cannot ignore the growing need for homes, especially for our teachers, first responders, and
young professionals. This project provides a well-planned, community-focused approach that
benefits both current and future residents. Please support and approve this development.
Thank you,
From: Nick Lamson <>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 8:07 PM
To: Sean Mullin <SMullin@losgatosca.gov>
Cc: Clerk <Clerk@losgatosca.gov>
Subject: Letter Regarding Item #3 - Planning Commission 2/12
[EXTERNAL SENDER]
Dear Sean,
Attached please find a letter for item 3 on the planning commission agenda for this Wednesday
1/12/2025.
Thanks,
Nick Lamson
Development Manager
McCarthy.us
From: Andrew Bader <>
Sent: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 10:08 PM
To: Sean Mullin <SMullin@losgatosca.gov>; Clerk <Clerk@losgatosca.gov>
Subject: 50 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd Project
[EXTERNAL SENDER]
Dear Members of the Planning Commission,
Smart growth is crucial for Los Gatos to remain a thriving and welcoming town as it navigates
the state laws supporting more housing. The SummerHill Homes proposed development at 50
Los Gatos-Saratoga Road is a prime example of responsible planning—providing much-needed
housing while preserving the character of our community.
By offering 26 affordable homes for essential workers, improving pedestrian pathways, and
ensuring traffic remains manageable, this project aligns with the town’s long-term vision. It’s a
well-thought-out plan that balances growth with sustainability. I encourage you to approve it.
Best regards,
Andrew Bader
From: >
Sent: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 12:44 AM
To: Sean Mullin <SMullin@losgatosca.gov>
Subject: Comment regarding LG Lodge proposal
[EXTERNAL SENDER]
While the land does need some development, 155 units seems excessive for the area. It is a
heavily traveled area and this will lead to a lot of traffic. I can't even imagine the summer
gridlock with more units in this location.
In addition, I have not seen much fire safety planning in any of the recent proposals before the
town. I thought there was a Emergency Access Road from the HS Parking Lot connected to the
intersection at Hwy 9 proposed? Im sure the developer doesn't want it but they just want to
maximize profit and leave town...safety needs to be considered in this location. (Can we please
learn from the recent fires!) I live here during the 1985 fires in the LG Mountains so this is a
reality we must consider during this time of forced over development under SB330.
It would be nice to the row of buildings jutting right up against Highway 9 removed & keep the
open green entrance feel of the Lodge.
In general, I continue to have serious concerns about the lack of resources all of these news
building developments will have on the town long-term. And traffic and parking will become
even worse than it already is.
-The McCracken family
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