Heritage Plaza to Get A Spanish-style Makeover
Heritage Plaza in Hollister is undergoing a Spanish style renovation, led by the Nino Family. The center, housing national retailers and small businesses, aims to enhance its appeal and functional...
Builderβs Remedy Allows for Density Reduction on Sunnyslope Housing Project
Roem Development has revised a housing project at 851 Sunnyslope Rd under the Builder's Remedy provision, proposing 62 units, with 21% designated as affordable. This new plan significantly reduces...
LAFCO, What It Is and Why You Should Be Paying Attention.
LAFCO, or Local Agency Formation Commissions, regulates local government agencies, aiming for orderly development and adequate public services. Recent updates in San Benito County include commissi...
Hollister Farmsβ Newest Building Gets Go Ahead From Planning Commissioners
Hollister Farms has received planning commission approval for "Shops 3," a 7,200 square foot building with three retail spaces, including a fast food location. City planners expressed concern over...
The Housing Element Part 2: Builderβs Remedy and The Cost of Non-Compliance
This is part 2 of a multi-part series that dives into state housing policy and its local impact on San Benito County. Part 1 can be located here. Once again we invite you to get comfortable with y...
From Visit Gilroy
14 Reasons to Plan a Getaway to Gilroy
The last Tuesday of January is βNational Plan for Vacation Dayββso hereβs a quick list of 14 reasons you should plan your next trip to Gilroy, California. Whether you come [...]
New Retail/Commercial Opportunities Continue to Increase in San Benito County
The retail landscape is poised for substantial growth in Hollister, with over 300,000 square feet of new commercial space being developed. Multiple shopping centers, including Hollister Farms and ...
The Housing Element Part 1: What is It?
The post discusses San Benito County's housing policy and its impact, highlighting the Housing Element's role as a state-mandated blueprint for local housing needs. Currently, all local jurisdicti...
On January 6, 2024, Gavilan College's Hollister Campus opened, featuring classrooms, labs, and community facilities aimed at serving 1,500 students. Future plans include expansions to support 3,50...
Measure G Annual Report & County Roads Update
The San Benito Council of Governments (SBCOG) board voted unanimously to release the 2023-2024 Measure G Progress Report. The progress report, notes several road repair and construction activities...
San Benito HSD Moves Forward With Planning for New High School Site
The San Benito High School District Board of Trustees has unanimously approved the acquisition of two land parcels for a new high school site, addressing overcrowding at Hollister High. Despite fa...
Hello Everyone! My name is Ray and I am currently the sole writer/editor for the San Benito Blueprint. I am a former techie and am going back to school for a degree in Geographic Information Syste...
Welcome to The San Benito Blueprint!
Welcome to the San Benito Blueprint! Arriving in January 2025. Your home for everything development and transportation. San Benito County needs a resource that explains the complicated processes t...