U24-0013 (Smith)

Project U24-0013 (Smith) is a Use Permit approved by the Sutter County Board of Supervisors on May 26, 2026, for the establishment of a large outdoor special event facility. The facility is located on an 80-acre parcel at 13189 Pass Rd within the unincorporated area of Sutter County, specifically situated in the Agriculture - Sutter Buttes Overlay (AG-SB) Zoning District. The permit allows for a variety of gatherings, including weddings, receptions, birthdays, community events, and both non-profit and political fundraisers. Operational parameters are strictly defined, permitting up to nine events per year with a maximum of 500 guests and three events per year with up to 850 guests. The facility is authorized to operate from Thursday through Sunday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. A Negative Declaration was prepared under CEQA, confirming that the project will not have a significant environmental effect, and no mitigation measures or monitoring plans were adopted. Administrative oversight is managed by Raveena Sroya, Associate Planner for Sutter County.