R-2025-002

The City of Cupertino is processing a residential design review permit application under project number R-2025-002 for the construction of a new 2,736 square foot two-story single-family residence located at 21858 Almaden Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014. The project includes a second-story side yard setback of less than 15 feet, which triggers the need for design review under local land use regulations. The application relies on a categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15303 for minor residential construction, and a Notice of Exemption has been filed with the County Clerk’s Office in San Jose, with a required 30-day posting period prior to construction. The submission deadline for the environmental documentation was December 18, 2025, and the exemption notice is valid through January 17, 2026. The applicant, Tracy Hsu, is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local zoning and building standards, and the City of Cupertino’s Planning Division, represented by Senior Planner Emi Sugiyama, serves as the lead agency overseeing approval and environmental compliance. There is no indication this is a federal procurement contract; no Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, contracting officer details, payment or accounting data, evaluation factors, or solicitation terms appear in the documentation. The process is administrative and regulatory in nature, focused on environmental review and local design approvals rather than competitive bidding or contract award. There are no associated contract values, pricing structures, delivery schedules, or technical specifications related to goods or services beyond the permit itself. The required documents consist of a two-page environmental filing package, a certified exemption finding, and proof of NOE filing, all submitted on paper to the County Clerk. While contact information is provided for the applicant and planner, there are no formal roles designated for contract administration such as COR, COTR, or PCO. The project is governed solely by state environmental law and municipal code, with no federal contractual obligations, socioeconomic certifications, or procurement clauses applicable.