250 Cambridge 21PLN-00281

Published on February 24, 2022

250 Cambridge Ave – 21PLN-00281 Exterior Facade Improvement & Design Enhancement Exemption (DEE)

Request for a Minor Board Level Architectural Review to allow the revitalization of the façade for an existing 40 year old 3-story office building that includes new materials and refined proportions to create a more inviting public entry and improved pedestrian experience. A Design Enhancement Exception (DEE) is requested to increase the height of the building to allow for light monitors to be installed on the roof. Zoning District: CC(2)(R). 

Project Plans

1st submission 10/06/2021(PDF, 76MB)

2nd submission 12/08/2021(PDF, 78MB)

3rd submission 1/18/2022(PDF, 75MB)

4th submission 6/03/2022 Part 1(PDF, 12MB)

4th submission 6/03/2022 Part 2(PDF, 18MB)

Environmental Review Documents

The subject project has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the City. The project is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with guideline section 15301 Existing Facilities Exemption as this Project is proposing new signage on the exterior of an existing building on site.

Public Hearings and Staff Reports

 ARB 3/3/2022 – Staff Report

Project Planner

Samuel Gutierrez, Planner
samuel.gutierrez@cityofpaloalto.org