Consultants presented three high-level frameworks (Connections, Places, Resilience) for the Santa Fe Forward general plan update and solicited commissioner feedback; staff said the revised land development code is expected to take effect Jan. 1, 2026. The commission approved routine agenda items and a final subdivision plat (Case 202511526).

A contracted traffic engineer told the Santa Fe Planning Commission that Transportation Impact Analyses (TIAs) are stamped professional studies used to identify site‑specific traffic improvements and are one input among zoning, water and other factors in land‑use decisions.

City and county planning staff urged elected leaders to address an expiring 2008 annexation settlement (expires 2028) and resolve jurisdictional questions around Area 1B to avoid regulatory confusion for permitting, investments and service planning.

The planning commission approved HomeWise''s Tierra Contenta Phase 3A preliminary subdivision plat and, contrary to staff recommendation, granted a variance to disturb about 7,305 square feet of natural 30% slopes for trail connections and stormwater infrastructure. The commission added a condition postponing final agreement on neighborhood-park (f

Commission discusses final assessment of Santa Fe Forward and initiates public visioning activities.

Commission examines sidewalk construction options and utility plans for Okate Road development.

An interested citizen expresses concerns regarding the proposed plan amendments at a public meeting.

Commissioners evaluate mixed use zoning changes amid community concerns over traffic and density.

Commissioners introduce Scott Barber, acknowledge agenda changes at January 5 planning session.