Residential & Commercial Developments
Oak Grove in Pleasanton – Not the Only Housing Development
Oak Grove in Pleasanton is not the only residential development in Pleasanton under review.
Future Planning – City of Pleasanton
A 30 acre site on Foothill Rd. has been approved by the City of Pleasanton to build six custom lots at 4100 Foothill Rd.
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Greenbriar Homes is also looking to develop 195 acres of land at 1500 Lund Ranch Rd. Greenbriar homes is looking to build 150 single family homes.
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As the City of Pleasanton looks to bring the decision of Oak Grove to Pleasanton voters later this year. It is important to understand what could happen with future developments in Pleasanton and rights of land owners. If Pleasanton voters decide to not allow Oak Grove in Pleasanton (51 lots on over 500 acres), Pleasanton voters could also have a decision on ALL future developments in Pleasanton and not allow property owners to improve their property.
Pleasanton Housing Cap – Ruling Early 2010
Pleasanton Housing Cap
The Pleasanton Housing Cap will soon be getting more attention in early 2010 as Alameda County Superior Court Judge Frank Roesch rules on Urban Habitat’s suit. The 29,000 unit housing cap was passed by Pleasanton voters in 1996 which puts a max on the number of homes in Pleasanton.
In a suit filed by Urban Habitat and State Attorney General Jerry Brown states that the voter approver housing cap violates state law. The suit states that Pleasanton used the housing cap to keep development of workforce and affordable housing from happening in Pleasanton.
Pleasanton also has a growth management policy which limits building permits to 350 a year. If a builder cam in wanting to build an estimated 3,277 units it would take years to get the needed permits.
BART to Livermore… Good for Pleasanton?
BART to Livermore… Good for Pleasanton?
If you are currently living in Pleasanton then the idea of BART in Livermore may or may not be a good idea. Traffic is a huge issue for I-580 and the BART extension will help reduce congestion, but at what cost? Where will the line run and how will it impact Pleasanton residents?
The second of three meeting will be held at 6:30pm on Dec. 10th at the Shrine Event Center, 170 Lindbergh Ave in Livermore. The City of Livermore wants to gather input for residents as to routes, design and size.
Of the estimated $1 Billion needed, $110 Million is currently set aside.
Fore more information visit:
http://www.moxleyteam.com/2008/11/bart-to-livermore-boost-for-tri-valley-home-owners/
http://www.barttolivermore.org/barttolivermore_alignment-map.html
Pleasanton Gateway… New Safeway in Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton Gateway development in Pleasanton, CA
Pleasanton Gateway and the proposed newest Safeway in Pleasanton are moving along. Pleasanton Gateway is located south of Bernal Ave. and between Valley Ave and I-680. Pleasanton Gateway is zoned commercial/office and now South Bay Development wants a mixed-use which will include business and professional offices and retail use. This includes a Safeway store, gas station and personal services. South Bay Development was back again this week with some revised plans
Pleasanton Gateway could look like this… Pleasanton Gateway Work Session
Safeway Store:
- Constructed in 2 phases, first phase is a 58,000 sf. building and second phase adds an additional 7,000 sf.
- Loading/service area faces I-680 and screened from freeway
- Height will vary between 29 and 33 feet to 45 feet tall at entrance and 29 feet facing the freeway.
- Design is described as ‘lifestyle’ concept which is incorporated throughout the Tri-Valley. This store will have a total ‘lifestyle’ model.
Safeway Gas Station:
- 8 fuel dispensers operating 24 hours a day.
- Structure will be 28 feet 6 inches.
- Located at the southwest corner
- Gas station is opposed by staff as well as the owner of the Bernal Corners station
Retail Buildings:
- Second major tenant 14,008 sf and 5 retail buildings at 35,960 sf
- One restaurant pad at 4,900 sf.
- One bank pad at 4,200 sf. with a drive-through lane with 3 ATM machines
- One bank/shops pad at 6,890 sf.
- Second major tenant will be a pharmacy with double drive-through lane
- Proposed heights of the buildings will vary from 19 feet to 28 feet 6 inches
Parking:
- Total of 637 spaces at a ratio of 5.1 spaces per 1,000 sf. of floor area
- Bike parking will be available throughout the development.
Pedestrian Plaza:
- 3 plazas facing Bernal Ave. and Valley Ave are proposed
Staff and the developer will continue to work together to come to a final agreement on the Pleasanton Gateway development.
Oak Grove in Pleasanton… Coming to a Citizen’s Vote
Oak Grove Pleasanton, CA
Oak Grove in Pleasanton has been a hot topic for many years now, and it seems to always take a different turn. The latest update within Oak Grove is that the State Court of Appeals rejected the Lin’s appeal to rehear the Lin’s arguments that former Councilwoman and the group she organized to collect signatures opposing the Oak Grove development was done incorrectly.
The Lin’s may now look to the California Supreme Court for a decision on the lower courts denial. If the appeal is denied by the higher court, the Alameda County Registrar will complete the certification of the signed petitions for Oak Grove.
In 2007 the City Council approved the Oak Grove development and once the Pleasanton City Clerk receives the certification, the City Council will either reverse its ruling or send the issue to the voters of Pleasanton.
Visit OakGrovePleasanton.com for more information on the owner’s plans.
Update- Vintage Hills Shopping Center Pleasanton, CA
Vintage Hills Shopping Center
After a $3 Million renovation the Vintage Hills Shopping center in Pleasanton, CA is still looking for an anchor tenant. The owners of the center are looking for a the Vintage Hills Shopping center to be a destination for people looking for great food and a great atmosphere. Currently there is a jewelry store, day spa, sushi restaurant, karate studio, dance studio, hair salon and dry cleaners.
Soon to open will be an ice cream shop in the former Baskin-Robbins location. There are a few remaining spaces available including the 19,000sf location which was formerly home to a country western dance hall and grocery store.
Vintage Hills Shopping center is a little out of the way and with the vision of the owners of it becoming a destination with a diverse collection of restaurants, it may become the new spot to be in Pleasanton, CA.
Amador Estates Neighborhood – Pleasanton Vintage Ad
Pleasanton Neighborhood – Amador Estates
In 1964 you could buy a Pleasanton home for $16,500 in the Amador Estates (across from Aquatic Center). Today a home in the Amador Estates is somewhere in the mid $500,000. An increase in 40+ years of over 3,200%!! Is that right… Anyway, here is a copy of that ad I found on our friends site Suburban Lifestyles
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Pleasanton Hotel Now Home to Farmer Restaurant
After months of cleaning and planning the Pleasanton Hotel in Downtown Pleasanton plans to open in mid July. The new restaurant will be called The Farmer Restaurant (at the Pleasanton Hotel).
At the end of 2008 the Pleasanton Hotel owner did not renew the lease of the existing restaurant in the Pleasanton Hotel. The owners of the Pleasanton Hotel wanted to update the hotel and target a ‘younger’ crowd. We will see if Farmer Restaurant has what it takes to attract a different crowd.
Farmer Restaurant has a motto of Eat, Drink and be Merry. Down-home food in a fun, friendly atmosphere. There will be music & dancing at the restaurant. The Pleasanton Hotel also books weddings and banquets which they can host on their large outdoor patio.
For more information on the Farmer Restaurant at the Pleasanton Hotel, contact Beth 925.399.6690 or beth@pleasantonhotel.com
Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton
Pleasanton Firehouse Arts Center
Scheduled to open in early 2010, the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton is soon to be the latest Downtown Pleasanton destination. The Firehouse Arts Center is located in Fire Station One which was constructed in 1929. The historic fire station has been renovated into a state of the art studio theater, art gallery, two classrooms, offices and lobby.
How can you get involved?
On May 16th from 6:00 to 10:00 “That’s Entertainment” Gala will showcase talent you will see in the future Firehouse Arts Center. Dinner is served along with live entertainment, an art sale and live auction.
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Stoneridge Drive Extension in Pleasanton Passed
The Stoneridge Drive extension in Pleasanton, CA was approved on Tuesday by the City Council by a 3-2 vote. The Stoneridge Drive extension will connect to El Charro Road and Livermore as well as a direct connection to 580. As the map below shows, the Stoneridge Drive extension will also run directly through the 124 acre Staples Ranch development here in Pleasanton.
Now that the Stoneridge Drive extension is a GO, planning will push further along for Staples Ranch and the annexation of the land from Alameda County to be part of Pleasanton.
