County Planning File PLN230019 Minor Subdivision 761 Riverside Road

County Planning File PLN230019 involves a minor subdivision project at 761 Riverside Road in Hollister, California, managed by the San Benito County Resource Management Agency. The project proposes to subdivide a 74.49-acre parcel into three smaller parcels ranging from 24.66 to 24.88 acres. Development plans include the construction of three single-family homes, three accessory dwelling units, and three accessory structures. Infrastructure requirements consist of three new septic systems, four drainage ponds, three new water tanks utilizing a shared well on Parcel 2, and grading for three new driveways. The scope of work involves significant site disturbance, including approximately 22,925 cubic yards of cut and 22,250 cubic yards of fill. The project is currently undergoing environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, with a Mitigated Negative Declaration and an Initial Study evaluating impacts on air quality, biological resources, and geotechnical hazards. Key compliance standards include Title 22 for drinking water, Title 24 for energy efficiency, and Monterey Bay Air Resources District guidelines for construction emissions. The Department of Toxic Substances Control has provided recommendations regarding soil testing for contaminants such as pesticides and hydrocarbons. The local public review period runs from August 8 to September 8, 2025, with a tentative public hearing scheduled for October 15, 2025. Jonathan Olivas serves as the primary point of contact for the project.