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SANTA CLARA — A developer's revised request to rezone a tract of land on Pioneer Parkway for higher-density housing was recommended for approval by the Santa Clara Planning Commission on Thursday night.
After the 3-1 vote with three members absent, the proposal now goes back to the Santa Clara City Council, which was divided on whether to approve the rezoning when it last came before them in April.
A group of residents has filed a petition against the development, known as Pioneer Pointe, and the opposition was visibly present at the Thursday night hearing as almost every seat was filled in the Santa Clara Town Hall council chambers.
Of the 17 residents who spoke during the public hearing, 16 voiced opposition to the proposal. The other resident had a question as to whether a future owner would also have to abide by whatever zoning decision was made, to which City Attorney Matt Ence responded and said they would.
