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LYNWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING - 7:30 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers �
11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA C ��
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Errick Lee ���� �
Chair erson � ���
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Carlton McMiller ponald Dove
Vice Cl�airman Commissioner
Eloise Evans Frankie Murphy
Commissioner Commissioner
Jamal Muhsin John Haynes
Commissioner Commissioner
C 0 M M I S S I 0 N C O U N S E L:
Michele Beal Bagneris
Interim Deputy City Attorney
STAFF:
Roger Haley Robert Diplock
Special Assistant Planning Manager
Art Barfield Louis Omoruyi
Associate Planner Associate Planner
Louis E. Morales, Jr. Paul Nguyen
Associate Planner � Civil Engineer Assoc.
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September 13, 1994
OPENING CEREMONIES
l. Call meeting to order.
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2. Flag salute.�
3. Roll call of Commissioners.
4. Swearing In of New Commissioner
� 5. Certification of Agenda Posting.
` 6. Approval of Minutes for June 14, July 12, July 26 (special
meeting), and August 9, 1994.
CONTINUED PU$LIC HEARING:
l. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CAS� NO. CUP 148
Applicant: Willie Osby
PROPOSALt
The applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
No. 148 to se11 alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption
at 11625 Long Beach Boulevard in the C-2A (Medium CommeYCial)
zone. At the applicant's request, this case was continued by
the Commission to its September 13, 1994 meeting.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff respectfully requests that the Commission take public
- testimony and, after consideration, determine whether or not
Conditional Use Permit No. 148 should be granted. A
resolution is attached if the Commission wishes to approve the
Conditional Use Permit. ,
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 83049R
Applicant: City of Lynwood
PROPOSAL:
Staff is requesting that the Planning Commission consider
revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 83049 (CUP 83049) that
allows the operation of an automotive repair shop at 2971 E.
Imperial Highway, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. At its
August 9,1994 meeting, the Commission continued this case to
the September 13, 1994 meeting in order to allow the property
owner/lessee to comply with all conditions of the CUP.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff respectfully recommends that, after public testimony and
consideration by the Commission, the Planning Commission
revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 83049.
3. ZONSNG ORDINANCE AMENDMENT CASE NO. ZOA 38
Applicant: City of Lynwood
PROPOSAL:
The City of Lynwood is requesting approval of an amendment to
' the Zoning Ordinance repealing Chapter 17 of the Municipal
Code dealing with sign regulations and amending Section 25-33
- of the Zoning Ordinance to revise and recodify existing sign
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regulations and to add procedures to identify and abate
illegal, abandoned and non-conforming signs. The Commission
discussed this item at the August 9, 1994 meeting, directed
staff to make certain changes in the draft and continued the
discussion to this meeting. The enclosed ordinance
- incorporates the requested changes.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff respectfully requests that, after consideration, the
Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2523:
l. Approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment Case No. ZOA 38 with
` changes as recommended by staff and the Commission and
recommending City Council adoption of Zoning Ordinance
� Amendment Case No. ZOA 38.
2. Certifying that the project will not have a significant
effect on the environment and that a Negative Declaration
has been issued pursuant to the provisions of State CEQA
Guidelines.
NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4. Conditional Use Permit Case No 149 (Appeal of Site Plan
Review Case No. 119)
' Appellant: Bruce Yingline
PROPOSAL:
The appellant is appealing the actions of the Site Plan Review
'.' Committee regarding Site Plan Review Case No. 119, an
application to establish a concrete and green waste recyclinq
center at 11655 Louise Street in the M(Manufacturing) zone.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Upon advice of Counsel, Staff respectfully requests that the
Commission not open the Public Hearing and refer this case
back to the Site Plan Review Committee in order to complete
the required environmental review and make a determination of
environmental impact as required by CEQA (the California
Environmental Quality Act).
5. Zone Chanae Case No. ZC 11
' Applicant: City of Lynwood and Mr. Louis Ross
PROPOSAL:
_ The staff and the applicant are requesting approval of a zone
change (ZC 11) from R-3 Multiple Family Residential) to C-2A,
(Medium Commercial) in order to establish conformity to and
consistency with the General Plan designation of Commercial
" for an area of approximately 85,00o sq. ft. for a number of
parcels bounded by Long Beach Boulevard, Louise Street, Lewis
Street, an unnamed alley and the Century Freeway (I-105).
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff respectfully requests that, after consideration, the
Planning Commission:
1. Find that the proposed Zone Change from R-3
(Multiple Family Residential) to C-2A (Medium
Commercial) will not have a significant impact on
the environment and that a Negative Declaration has
been issued pursuant to the California Environmental
Quality Act as amended.
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2. Approve the propdsed Zone Change Case No. ZC 11 for
parcels 1,2,3,4,5,28 and the remainder of lot 520,
page 2; parcels 13,14,15 and the remainder of lot
518, page 3; parcels 5,6,7 and 8, page 9 of the Los
Angeles County Assessor's Book 6175 at the southeast
corner of Long Beach Boulevard and the Century
Freeway (I-105).
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:
COMMENTS•
PUBLIC ORALS
COMMISSION ORALS
STAFF ORALS
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
October 11, 1994 at 7:30 p.m., in the City Hall Council Chambers,
11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California.
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� LYIiWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 12 1994
� Commission of the City of Lynwood met in a Regular �
The Planning 11330 Bullis Road on the above date at {
Session in the City Hall,
7:30 p.m.
Chairman-Lee presidin Hurley, McMiller, :Muhsin, Murphy and Lee
Commissioners Dove,
answered the roll call.
Also present were Planning Manager Diplock, Associate Planner
Omoruyi and Civil Engineering Associate Nguyen..
It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner
Hurley to excuse Commissioner Evans.
Planning Manager Diplock announced the Agenda had been duly
posted in.accordance with The Brown Act.
Chairman Lee requested reordering t Conditional Use Permit
Commission.to first hear items #3,
, No. CUP 148 and item #4, Conditional Use Permit Case No. 830449R.
, Chairman Lee then introduced the first item, and c 11 d for
� Permit Case No. CUP 148, Applicant Willie Osby,
staff report.
� Planning Manager Diplock stated applicant is requesting approval
! of CUP 148 in order to sell beer and wine for off-site .
consumption at 11625 Long Beach Blvd. The subject property was
� originally lice the Sit � Plan Rev w Committee�evaluat d g the
June 1, 1994,
proposed development and recommended approval to the Planning
" Commission. The Committee determined that the proposal could
meet the distance requirements of the Zoning Ordinance with
respect to establishments selling beer and wine. At this time,
istaff requests the Commission to continue the item as requested
'by the applicant.
Chairman Lee opened the Public Hearing.
Hearing.no discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Hurley,
seconded by Commia=1scheduled meetingrondAUgustn91Ras requested
to the neat requ ,
by the applicant.
Chairman Lee then introduced the neat Public Hearing, Conditional
Use Permit Case No. 83049R and requested a staff report.
Planning Manager Diplock stated staff is requesti a allows
Planning Commission consider revoking CUP No. 83049,
the operation of an automotive repair shop at 2971 E. Imperial
Highway. Staff has received a a partsp on thecsite n and
accumulation of trash and j
determined that the owner/lessee is not in compliance with
several.conditions of his use permit. With the Conditions of
making a good faith effort to comply
Approval and staff is requesting the Commission continue this
case to its neat regularly scheduled meeting in orde a a Lepa°=
the proPerty owner/operator time to complete clean-up
subject site.
Chairman Lee opened the Public Hearing.
. Hearing n� �o�issioner�Hurley and�carried to continue this item '
seconded by
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Chairman Lee then introduced the negt item, Zone Ch uest d S staff
' ZC9, Applicant: Watts Health Foundation, and req
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� LYNWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION. J[7I+Y 26• 1994
�� The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood met in a special
session at the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California,
on the above date at 7:30 p.m.
Chairman Lee presiding.
' Commissioners Dove, Evans, McMiller, Muhsin, Murphy and Lee
answered the roll call.
Also present were Planning Manager Diplock, Znterim Deputy City
Attorney Bagneris, Associate Planner Omoruyi and Civil
Engineering Associate Nguyen.
Planning Manager Diplock stated the agenda had been duly posted
in accordance with the Brown Act.
It was moved by Commissioner Muhsin, seconded by Commissioner
bove and carried to excuse Commissioner Hurley.
Chairman Lee introduced the first item on the agenda, a continued
public hearing on Conditional Use Permit Case no. CUP 139.
Applicant: Watts Health Foundation, and called for a staff
report.
Planning Manager Diplock stated a draft report, containing the
conditions of approval for the Watts Health Foundation to conduct
a Residential Rehabilitation Center for women and Children at
3598 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard had been submitted at the
Commissions previous meeting. After considerable discussion, .
applicant had requested an amendment to three of the conditions
proposed by staff: Condition 10, relating to off-street parking,
Condition 11, relating to visitors parking and Condition 33,
specifying an occupancy load of 80. The issue regarding
occupancy load has been resolved. Staff believes that the number
of parking spaces reserved for visitors can be reduced from 5 to
2 as requested by the applicant. However, staff still believes
that additional off site parking should be provided to serve this
facility and has lett that condition in the draft resolution. At
this time, staff respectfully requests that after consideration,
the Planning Commission adopt the item as presented.
Chairman Lee opened the Public Hearing.
Louis Byrd, spoke in favor of the Conditional Use Permit.
Jim Greene questioned fire and rescue access with the limited
' parking.
Sidney Gibson President, Watts Health foundation, spoke in favor
of the project.
Commissioner McMiller questioned the number of staff persons on
duty throughout the day.
Dorothea Williams, 2159 Westlake Ave. responded to questions
regarding staff hours.
Larova Mathey, Project Director spoke regarding parking
arrangements. �
Commissioner Evans stated concerns with current existing negative
image of.social service facilities throughout the city.
Dolores, Lynwood resident spoke in favor of the project.
. La Ron, 524 Wilson Ave, Los Angeles, spoke in favor of the ,
project.
Elizabeth Dixon 4288 Niland, spoke regarding the need for
residents to become in'volved. She also spoke in favor of the
project.
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Jim Greene questioned the number of Lynwood of residents to be
hired by project. He also questioned whether or not this
organization is privately funded. •
Alan Shook 3875 Fernwood Ave., questioned visitation hours at the
facility.
William Lewis 2708 E. 110th St. stated concerns with unmonitored
rehabilitation facilities and the impact on the community.
Pearson Brown 11221 Pine St., spoke in opposition to project.
Hearing no further discussion, it was moved by Chairman Lee, to
close the Public Hearing.
Chairman Lee questioned the number of jobs the project would
create, tax status, visiting hours and number of visitors allowed
each patient.
Don Rinsey 995 E. Alpine Dr. Altadena, spoke regarding rules and
regulations, including but not limited to visitation rights.
Commissioner pove discussed the job possibility for Lynwood
residents.
Commissioner Murphy questioned whether or not applicant would '
object to additional conditions of the C.U.P. include that no
upper l�vel patient be allowed to be picked up at the site.
Chairman Lee requested the inclusion of a program review within
six months.
Commissioner pove requested another condition that 15$ of the
' `caseload will be reserved for Lynwood residents. However, if
space is needed and there are no Lynwood residents waiting, these
reserved spaces will be utilized by other referrals.
Commissioner McMiller discussed positive results from the
project, and stated this is what he is basing his decision on.
Discussion continued and to include the following conditions:
1) Inclusion that no upper level patient is allowed to be
picked up at the site.
2) A program review after six months
3) 15� of the caseload will be reserved for Lynwood
residents. However, if space is needed and there are no
Lynwood residents waiting, these reserved spaces will
be utilized by other referrals.
4) No client shall have a vehicle on the premises.
' 5) C.U.P. will be reviewed by the Planning Commission every
six months.
� 6) Personnel shall direct and guide van parking.
, 7) Maximum number of adult patients shall be 50, subject to
the six month review.
Chairman Lee closed the Public Hearing '
It was moved by Commissioner Murphy, seconded by Commissioner �
Muhsin to adopt:
RESOLUTION NO. 2501 ENTITLED: "A RESOLIITION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF TAE. CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING CONDZTIONAL USS
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PERMIT NO. 139 FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A WOMAN AND CHILDREN
RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION CENTER IN AN ERISTING VACANT
CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL AT 3598 MARTIN LUTHER RING JR. B0ITLEVARD IN
THE H-M-D (IiOSPITAL, MEDICAI+, DENTAL) ZONE, LYNWOOD, CA. 90262".
with the aforementioned additional amendments.
ROLL CAI.I+'
AYES: . COIYIIYIISSZONER DOVE, McMIIS,ER; MUHSIN, MURPHY, LEE
NOES:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONER EVANS, HURI.EY
Chairman Lee then introduced the next item, a continued Public
Hearing, Zone Change - Case No. ZC 9, Applicant: Watts Health
Foundation, and called for a staff report.
Planning Manager Diplock stated this item is requesting approval
of a Zone Change from C-2 (Commercial) to H-M-D (Hospital,
Medical, Dental) in order to establish a Women and Children
Residential Recovery Center on the west side of Martin Luther
King Jr. Soulevard at Norton.
Chairman Lee opened the Public.Hearing.
Hearing no discussion, Public Hearing was closed. -
It was then moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner '
McMiller to adopt:
RESOLUTION NO. 2509 ENTITLED: "A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COI�tISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNYIOOD ZONING MAP PSRTAINING TO A ZONE
CHANGE ON LOT 69 OF TRACT NO. 20680 1�B 552-4-6 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY RECORDER OFFICE, LOS ANGELES COUNTY, I.00ATED AT 3598
;MARTIN LUTHER RING JR. BOULEVARD� LYNFi00D CALIFORNIA"
ROLL CALL'
AYES: • COI�iISSIONER DOVE, MCMILLER, MUHSIN, MURPHY, LEE
NOES: NONE
ABSEldT: COI�IISSIONER SVANS, HURLl'Y
° COI+II+IISSION ORALS
Commissioner pove requested a review by the Building Department
on remodeling and renovations of homes.
Commissioner McMiller stated complaints with street sweeping
services. He also restated his concern with trash collection
trucks damaging street trees by driving too close to the curb.
He also asked about construction at Long Beach Blvd. and Magnolia
Ave.
Chairman Lee informed staff that he would like Commissioners
requests to be included in the minutes under Commission Orals.
He also reguested staff to, compile a usage survey of ali
automotive repair, laundromats, donut shops and nail shops. He
" would like a comparison study on surrounding cities
Commissioner McMiller stated he would like staff to have similar
information available prior to voting on items during the
" meeting.
Commissioner Muhsin commended staff on the new developments
throughout the city. '
Commissioner Murphy thanked staff for the report on fences walls
and hedges.
Hearing no further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner
Muhsin, seconded by Commissioner pove and carried to adjourn at
� 9:58 p.m.
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Errick Lee _
CAAIRMAN
Approved as to Form:
Michele Beal Bagneris
DEPUTY CITY ATTORNEY
Approved as to Content:
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obert Dip ock
PLANNING MANAGER
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The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood met in a regular
' session at the City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California,
on the above date at 7:38 p.m.
Chairman Lee presiding.
Commissioner pove, Hurley, McMiller, Muhsin, Murphy and Lee
answered the roll call.
Also present were Planning Manager Diplock, Associate Planner
Morales and Civil Engineer Associate Nguyen.
It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner
� McMiller and carried to excuse Commissioner Evans.
Planning.Manager Diplock stated the Agenda had been duly posted
in accordance with The Brown Act.
Chairman Lee introduced the first Public Hearing, Conditional Use
Permit Case No. CUP 148 and called for a staff report.
Planning Associate Morales stated the applicant, Willie Osby is
requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to sell beer and
' wine £or off-site consumption at 11625 Long Beach Blvd., in the
_ C2A (Medium Commercial) Zone. Staff is requesting the Commission
take public testimony and, after consideration, determine whether
or not CUP 148 should be granted.
Commissioner Murphy asked about similar existing businesses '
within the area.
Chairman Lee proclaimed the Public Hearing open.
Beverly Jacobs, 16419 South Virginia, Paramount, stated she is
the current owner of the business and spoke in favor of the CUP.
Chairman Lee questioned whether or not the market would be able
to exist and operate without the beer and wine license.
Bob Corwin, 16419 South Virginia Ave., Paramount, spoke in favor
of the CUP.
Carmen Garcia, 3657 Platt Ave., spoke in opposition to the CUP.
Margaret Araujo, 3621 Cedar Ave., spoke in opposition to the CUP.
Helen of Helen's Liquor, 12512 Atlantic Ave., spoke in opposition
to the CUP.
' Dorothy Osby, 16251 Oak Street Crossing, Chino Hills,
representing the applicant, spoke in favor of the CUP.
I Commissioner Murphy questioned whether or not approval of the CUP
would determine the purchase of the business. He also questioned
what percentage of the store's floor,plan would be utilized for
alcoholic beverage sales and Ms. Osby indicated that she planned
to offer convenience market products as well as alcoholic
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Chairman Lee questioned whether or not the CUP request is limited
i to beer and wine or is liquor included. Ms. Osby stated that the
intent was to purchase and transfer the existing full alcoholic
r beverage sales license.
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Commissioner McMiller questioned the previous license. He also �
discussed the negative picture and circumstances caused in the
� community by numerous existing liquor establishments.
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, Discussion continued relative to loitering and the negative image
�' generated by similar existing establishments.
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Margaret Araujo discussed existing businesses in the area.
Helen, of Helen's Liquor, discussed ABC laws pursuant to liquor
licenses, beer and wine.
Commissioner Muhsin questioned whether or not applicant would be
willing to participate in the Commercial Rehab program.
Deputy City Attorney Bagneris stated that if the applicant
intended to include the sale of a complete range of alcoholic
beverages, there would be a need for renotice of the Public
Hearing, since the current application was noticed for beer and
wine sale only.
Commissioner Murphy questioned whether or not modifications to
the application would be required.
Chairman Lee asked whether the applicant would be willing to
modify the CUP and limit sales to beer and wine only.
Dorothy Osby, Representative for the Applicant stated she�is
willing to comply with modifications and amend her Conditional
Use Permit to the sale of beer and wine only.
Commissioner pove requested the removal of the word "Liquor'� from �
the front signage, as well as limiting the percentage of the
proposed site being utilized for beer and wine sales.
Commissioner Murphy recommended a cap of 30� of the floor space
for beer and wine use.
; Chairman Lee closed the Public Hearing/1 �� /1�'
Beverly Jacobs, property owner discussed previous ownership of
the establishment, and Ms. Osby asked that the application be
continued so that she could discuss the proposed changes with the
applicant.
After further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Hurley,
seconded by Commissioner Murphy and carried to continue this item
to the next regular scheduled meeting.
Commissioner Lee called for a ten minute recess.
Commission recessed at 9:25 p.m.
Commission reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
Chairman Lee introduced the next Public Hearing, Conditional Use
Permit Case No. 83049R, and called for staff report.
Planning Manager Diplock stated staff is requesting the Planning
Commission revoke CUP #83049, which allows the operation of an
automotive repair shop at 2971 E. Imperial Hwy. in the C-3 (Heavy
Commercial) Zone.
Commissioner McMiller questioned whether or not the business
owner had attempted a good faith effort to clean the site.
Chairman Lee opened the Public Hearing.
Manuel Franco-10031 McNerney Ave.,, South Gate, Property Owner,
spoke on his own behalf. He stated that he is aware of the
violations, and is currently attempting to clean the site and
meet all requirements within two weeks.
Commissioner McMiller questioned whether or not the two weeks
would be sufficient.
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Chairman Lee requested proper signage be included as a condition
of approvai. He stated that this condition could be met at a
later time, after the current conditions are complied with.
After further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Hurley,
, seconded by Commissioner pove and carried to continue this item
to September 13, at which time the Commission would either
dismiss the revocation based on the property owners compliance or
revoke the CUP.
Chairman Lee then introduced the next Public Hearing, Zoning
Ordinance Amendment .ZOA-38 and requested a staff report.
Planning Manager Diplock stated the City of Lynwood is
requesting approval of an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance
repealing Chapter 17 of the Municipal Code dealing with sign
regulation and amending section 25-33 of the Zoning Ordinance to
revise and recodify eaisting sign regulations and to add
procedures to identify and abate illegal, abandoned and non-
conforming signs.
Commissioner McMiller spoke in favor of enforcing procedures and
amendments dealing with outside advertising displays. He stated
� that he has serious problems with the current advertising
displays being allowed throughout the city on business windows
" and recommended including this in the ordinance. ,
it was moved by Chairman Lee to open the Public Hearing.
It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner
Hurley and carried to continue the item, pending addition of
recommendations presented this evening.
PUBLIC ORAI.S
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COMMISSION ORALS
Commissioner pove requested an esthetic review of projects
proposed in residential area.
Commissioner McMiller spoke regarding problems with street
sweeping and trash collection trucks breaking limbs from street
trees., He Also discussed the possibility of an ordinance
establishing an approved color scheme for businesses along the
major thoroughfares.
Commissioner Hurley thanked the Commission for their help
throughout her term and wished everyone well.
Chairperson Lee said thank-you and farewell to Commissioner
Hurley. He also commended staff on the improvements being made
throughout the city. -
The Commissioners thanked Commissioner Hurley for her service on
the commission.
Having no further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner
Hurley, seconded by Commissioner pove and carried to adjourn at
10:50 p.m.
CHAIRMAN
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT•
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DEPUTY CZTY ATTORNEY PLANNING MANAGER
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FROM: Rober� Diplock, Planning Manager �����
Planning Division
BY: Art Barfield, Planning Associate '
, SIIBJECT: Conditional Use Per[Rit Case No. 148
Applicant: Willie Osby �
, Proposal•
The applicant is requesting approval of . Conditional Use Permit
No. 148 to sell alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption at
11625 Long Beach Boulevard, in the C-2A (Medium Commercial) Zone.
At the Applicant's request, this case was continued by the
Commission to its September 13, 1994 meeting.
Facts
i. Source of Authoritv:
Sections 25-16.2oc of the Lynwood Zoning ordinance requires
that a Conditional Use Permit be approved to allow
establishments to sell alcoholic beverages and Section 25-
� 16.2Oe requires a minimum distance of 500 feet between such
establishments. -
2. ProoeYtv Location and Size
The site is located on the west side of Long Beach Boulevard .
between Louise Street and Lynwood Road (see the attached
location map). The subject property is a rectangular lot,
approximately 7,000 square feet (50'x 140') in size.
3. Existinq Land Use
The subject property is developed with a 1,279.9 square foot
retail store on the south and an existing 1,862.9 square foot
vacant market (the subject market) on its north side. The
surrounding land uses are as follows:
North - Commercial
South - Commercial
East - Commercial
West - Multi-Family/Single Family Residential
4. Land Use Desianation
The General Plan Designation for the subject property is
Commercial, while the Zoning Classification is C-2A. The
� surrounding land use designations and zoning are as follows:
General Plan Zoning
North - Commercial C-2A
, South - Commercial C-2A
East - Commercial C-2A
West - Single Family Residential R-1
5. Project Characteristics
The applicant proposes to reestablish an existing one (1)
story, 1,862.9 square foot market selling alcoholic
beverages. Nine (9) parking spaces at the rear of the `
proposed store are provided for_parking. The proposal call
for landscaping in the parking area of the site. A new trash
enclosure and new signage are proposed for the project.
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6. Proiect Historv
"� The subject property was originally licensed as Neva's Liquor
on November Z, 1964. Over the years, the City has
experienced little crime activity or social problems
resulti.ng from the market's activities. The'Sheriff
Department supports this finding (see Exhibit B). More
recently, the owner of Neva's passed away. Under this
application, the applicant is attempting to reopen the
subject market.
7. Site Plan Review
At its regular meeting on June 1, 1994, the Site Plan Review
Committee evaluated the proposed development and recommended
approval to the Planning Commission. The Committee
determined that the proposal could meet the distance
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance with respect to
establishments selling alcoholic beverages.
8. Zonina Enforcement History
None of record at the preparation of the Staff report.
9. Neighborhood Resnonse
On June 8, 1994, the Planning Division received a letter,,__
dated June 6, 1994, from the Southern California Beverage
. Merchants requesting denial of the application (see ExhibiE
A) .
At the Planning Commission hearing of August 9, 1994 three
(3) neighbors and store owners spoke in opposition to
granting the Conditional Use Permit.
On June 1, 1994, the Sheriff issued a letter stating that no
r.elevant community safety issues were involved in this_
request and that he would not oppose the application (see
Exhibit B).
ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION:
1. Consistency with General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
The proposed land use is consistent with the existing zoning
classification C-2A and the General Plan designation of
� Commercial. The proposal meets the distance requirements of
500 feet between establishments selling alcoholic beverages
as required under Section 25-16.20e of the Zoning Ordnance.
2. Site Suitabilitv
The property is adequate in size to accommodate the proposed
development. The lot is standard and meets current
development standards relative to structures, parking, walls,
fences, landscaping, driveways and other feature required by
the 2oning Ordinance. The proposed use is required to have
seven (7) parking spaces and nine (9) spaces are provided.
However, in a Redevelopment Target Area, an area in which the
- subject site is located, five (5) percent of the site area is
required for landscapinq. The proposal calls for
approximately one (1�) percent of the site area to be
landscaped.
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3. Compatibilitv
''-' The proposed development is surrounded by a mixture of
commercial and residential uses. Permitting the sale of
alcoholic beverages at this site would not be incompatible
with the adjacent commercial uses, but may have a negative
effect on adjacent residential uses. However, when the
market was operated as Neva's Liquor, there were few or no
enforcement problems experienced at the subject site.
4. Off-Sale Alcoholic Bevera e Establishments in L nwood.
The Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC) has established eight
administrative districts within the City of Lynwood. The
subject site is in a district in which the ABC will allow
nine (9) alcoholic beverage licences for the sale of all
alcoholic beverages, including distilled spirits. Currently,
the district has five (5) such licenses approved by ABC.
With respect to off-sale beer and wine licences for Type 20
Licences (small markets that sell beer and wine), the City
, has 25 such licensed establishments. The allocation of beer
and wine establishments is not limited by the State of
� California, but, generally, regulated by local jurisdictions.
A� preliminary study of the City's alcoholic beverage
regulations indicates that, given the regulations distance
, requirement (i.e. 500 feet from another such establishment);
only five more off-sale establishments could be permitted in
the City.
Regarding the off-sale alcoholic beverages licenses for Type "
21 Licenses (small markets that sell all types of alcoholic
beverages), the ABC informed the Staff that the license for
the subject property is transferable. However, the applicant
needs to file an application and go through a background
check before a determination can be made to issue the
license.
5. Compliance with Development Standards
Section 25-16.20e Off-5ale Liquor Establishments of the
Zoning Ordinance requires that a distance of 500 feet be
maintained between an off-sale alcoholic beverage store and
other liquor establishments, as well as churches, schools,
hospitals, parks and playgrounds, and other similar
consideration points. The subject site is 500 feet or more
from any of the listed consideration points. The nearest
liquor establishment to the subject site is located at 11900
Long Beach Boulevard and is more the 500.feet away from the
. subject site. Approval of this application would not be in
violation of these regulations.
6. Plannina Commission Action
The Commission took public testimony on this item at their
hearing on August 9, 1994 and raised a number of questions
including; i), limiting the area"of the store devoted to the
sale of alcoholic beverages, 2) limiting sales to beer and
wine on2y 3) eliminating the word "liquor" from the building
' sign. The Commission continued the hearing to its next
' meeting to allow the applicant's representative to discuss
proposed condltions with the applicant.
ENVZRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
The Community Development Director has determined that the
project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15061b ,
(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines as amended.
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RECOMMENDATION
'• Staff respectfully requests that the Commission take public
testimony and, after consideration, determine whether or not
Conditional Use Permit No. 148 should be granted. A resolution
is attached_-if the Commission wishes to approve the Conditional
Use Permit.
Attachments
I. Location Map
2. Site Plan
3. Resolution No. 2520
4. EXhlbit A. �
5. Exhibit B.
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- A RESOLUTION OF- THE PLANNZNG
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0.148
(CUP 148) ALLOWING THE SALE OF BEER AND
WINE AT 11625 LONG BEACH BOULEVARD, IN
THE C-2A (MEDIUM COMMERCIAL) ZONE,
LYNWOOD, CALZFORNIA
WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law,
conducted a public hearing on the subject application; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all pertinent
testimony offered at the public hearing; and
- WHEREAS, the Director of Community Development has
, determined that the proposal is categorical exempt from the
provisions of the CEQA Guidelines pursuant to Section 15061b (3)
as amended; therefore
Section 1. The Planning Commission hereby finds and
determines as follows:
A. The site of the proposed use is adequate in size and
shape to accommodate the proposed use regarding
structures, parking, walls, landscaping, driveways and
other development features required by the Official
Zoning Ordinance. �
B. The proposed use, subject to conditions, will not have
a negative effect on the value of surrounding properties
or interfere with or endanger the public, health, safety
or welfare.
C. The granting of the Conditional Use Permit will not
` adversely affected the General Plan.
Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood,
based upon the aforementioned finding and determinations, hereby
approves Conditional Use Permit, Case No. 148, provided the
following conditions are observed and complied with at all times.
CO ZTY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
' 1. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable
regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Uniform
Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code.
2. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or
structures thereon shall be first reported to the Community
DevelopmenE Department, Planning Division, for the review.
3. The applicant and/or his representative shall sign a
Statetqent of Acceptance stating that he/she has read,
' understands, and agrees to all conditions of this resolution
prior to issuance of any building permits.
REDEVELOPMENT DIVISION
4. The existing roof projection sign must be moved.
PLANNING DZVISION
5. If applicable, construction of any internal improvements
shall commerce within six (6) months from date of issuance
' of building permits.
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r. 7. The off-sale liquor establishment shall not sell or store
motor fuels on the same premises as alcoholic beverages.
8. No beer or wine shall be sold after 10:00 pm or prior to
7:00 am.
9. No beer or wine advertising shall be located on windows or
the exterior or interior walls on the building.
lo. Entity will maintain a pro-active approach to the
elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and any
accessory building, on a daily basis.
il. Owner shall provide a landscape plan for approval by the
Director of Community Development to provide perimeter
- landscaping.
PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING CONDITIONS
12. Submit a copy of the property deed or recent title report to
the Department of Public Works.
13. Dedicate a required property at the Long Beach Boulevard
corner of Louise Street to accommodate a twelve (12') foot
cut-off curb radius. -
14. Provide an irrevocable offer of dedication for a five (5')
foot wide strip of property along Louise Street to �
accommodate future street widening along Long Beach
Boulevard.
15. The property owner shall give authorization to the City of
Lynwood to make necessary alterations to the existing
building to accommodate the proposed corner cut-off and curb
return. The City shall bear all costs associated with the
alteration.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Fire Department found no cause to establish conditions for
this application.
Section 3. A copy of the Resolution No. 2520 and its •
conditions shall be delivered to the applicant:
Section 4. Any violation of said conditions in this
resolution may result in revocation or modification of the
Conditional Use Permit by the issuing body at a regularly
scheduled meeting.
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED this th of __________ 1994, by
�� members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows:
AYES :
NOES :
ABSENT :
ABSTAIN :
Errick R. Lee Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Robert Diplock, Planning Manager Michele Beal Bagneris
Community Development Dept. Deputy City Attorney :
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COMM. DEV. DEPT.
Sol Blumenfeld June 6, 1994
, Director Of Community Development . RE: Public Hearing
City Of Lynwood P.O. M 032135
City Hall Case NO. CUP148
71330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
Dear Mr. Blumenfell
On behalf of this Association; Southern California Beverage
Merchants, (formerly known as Southern California Retail Liquor
Dealers Association) we are protesting the approval of
Conditional Use Permit No. 148 (CUP148) to allow the sale of
off-site beer E wine at 71625 Lonq Beach Boulevard, in the C-2A
(Medium Commercial) zone, Lynwood, California. -
In 1988 an aqreement was made between our Association, and the
City OE Lynwood as follows: In order to control the number '"
and character of off-sale alcohol selling establishments in
the City Of Lynwood, the city would notify this Association
of all applications for new licenses, and thia Aasociation in
cooperation with the community would evaluate the feasibility
and character of these new licensees. In exchange for this
commitment of the City of Lynwood, all off-sale alcohol aelling
establishment which were members of this asaociation agreed
to voluntarily exclude the sale of fortified winea.
This was done in order to create within the city a cooperative
basis for upqrading th� standard of living and w�lfare within
the city. In carryinq out the purpose of tha aqreement, wa
do not see it feaaible for the city to isaue the above mentioned
Conditional us• Permit, aa there already exista an adequate
amount of off-aite beer 6 wine sellinq establishments in the
area.
Thank you foz your prompt attention. If you have any questions,
please feel free to call me.
Moat Sincerely� �.
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Elliott Birnberg „
President
Fornurl,r Soutl+ern Cdifomia Retoil Liquor DederiA�on
EXHIBIT "A"
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June 1, 1994
City of Lynwood Department of Public works
Mr• Emilio Murqa, Director
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, California 90262
Dear Mr. Murqa: �-
I have reviewed the attached blueprints requeetinq npproval of a �
Conditional Use Permit, Ca�e No. 148 (CUp 148) to allow the �ale o!
off-site beer and wiae at 11625 Loaq Beach Blvd., in the C-2A
(Medium Commercial) Zone. There are no relevant coaaaunity saPety
issues which would impact the requeat and I have ao opposition to
its approval.
Sincerely,
SHERMAN BLOCIC, SHERIFF
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Arthur 8. Hsrr�ra, Capuin
Commander, C�ntnrp 8tatioa
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�' DATE: September 13, 1994 r��rl�`� I ��M N0 ,
'�- TO: PLANNING COMMISSION �r.'�j � �_ �^�
FROM: Robert Diplock, Planning Manager •
BY: Art Barfield, Planning Associate
SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit Case No. 83049 R
Applicant: City of Lynwood
Proposal•
Staff is requestinq that the Planning Commission consider
revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 83049 (CUP 83049) that allows
the operation of a automotive repair shop at 29'71 E. Imperial
Highway, in the C-3 (Aeavy Commercial) Zone. At Staff's request,
this case was continued by the Commission to its August 9, 1994
meeting. on August 9, 1994 the Commission continued the case to
its September 13, 1994 meeting to allow the property owner/lessee
to comply with the Conditions of the Use Permit.
Facts•
1. Source of Authoritv
Section 25-25.12 of the Zoning Code allows the Planninq
Commission to hold a public hearing in order to reconsider,
suspense or revoke an approved Conditional Use Permit.
2. Backvround •
on September 17, 1993, a business licence investigation was
initiated for the subject property to determine if business
license requirements and other City Code requirements were
being complied with by the property owner. The Planning
Staff was contacted to participate in the investiqation.
Staff requested, by September 23, 1993, that the property
owner a) provide plans of the existing operation for a 48
Hour Review, b) submit a fencing plan, c) permit inspection
of the property on September 30, 1993 in order to determine
compliance with conditions under CUP 83049. The property
owner submitted plans on September 23, 1993 as requested,
but never completed the 48 Hour Review. Although plans were
submitted for Staff review, the owner never met with or
discussed.the merits of the plans.
On October 4, 1993, the Business License Administrator, per
advice of Staff, issued a letter to the property owner
granting a 30 day extension to accomplish Staff's requests
and instructions.
On June 6, 1994, Staff visited and reviewed the subject
property and determined that compliance with CUP 83049 had
not been met by the property owner. Among the 28
conditions, five (5) were not in compliance, including:
1. Provision for eight (8) parking spaces.
2. The screening of the property with a six (6') foot
high masonry wall or fence with opaque material.
3. Removal of damaged or wrecked vehicles from the
site.
4. Trash container meeting Code requirements.
5. Removal of all debris and trash from the subject
site.
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•� The issues above were discussed with the property owner and Staff
informed the owner that CUP 83049 may be recommended for
revocation. On June 8, 1994, the property owner stated that he
would clean his lot by June 16, 1994. However, the task was not
completed at that time.
On June 30, 1994, the property owner was informed that CUP 83049
would be consider for revocation by the Planning Commission on
July 12, 1994.
Code Enforcement and Planning Division staff inspected the
property on July 7, 1994. The ownerjlessee of the property had
cleared many of the junked parts from the property and had his
staff loading old tires and other junk parts onto a truck for
removal. An employee was sweeping and cleaning up the parking
area. The only vehicle in the parking area was a large truck
being repaired.
The owner/lessee indicated that all remaining junked parts will
be removed as will auto glass and other parts being stored on
workshop roof. He stated that he intended to steam clean the
parking area and restripe the parking stalls.
Owner also displayed a valid business license.
On August 2, 1994, Staff visited the subject site and observed
that 1) the required eight parking places were not in place, 2)
the property remained partially screen with a white wooden or
metal fence, 3) a number of damaged and wrecked vehicles
remained on the open portion of the lot, 4) a City permitted �
trash enclosure could not be seen, and 5) debris and trash remain
on the lot.
On August 3, 1994, Staff contacted the applicant and informed him
of the Staff visit.
On September 8, 1994, Staff visited the subject site and observed
that two (2) parking spaces were established on the site
(although, not according to approved plans). It was explained
to Staff that the owner would increase the height of an existing
block wall along the rear yard set back from five (5'j feet to
- six (6') feet. However, the owner/lessee is still not in
compliance with Conditions of the Use Permit. As required, the
eight (8) parking spaces are not in place, the property is not
adequately acreened, damaged and wrecked vehicles, and trash and
" debris remain on the site, and a permitted trash enclosure has
not been established on site.
3. Propertv Location
The property.is located on the north side of E. imperial
Highway, at 2971 E. Imperial Aighway in the C-3 (Heavy
Commercial) 2one.
4. Pronerty Size
The subject property is a rectangular shaped lot
approximately 8,750 sq.ft. in size.
5. Existing Land Use
, The subject site is flat. The surrounding uses are as
follows:
I �f North - Residential South - Manufacturing .
j East - Commercial West - Commercial
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General Plan: Zonina;
North - Residential Single Family Residential (R-1)
South - Industrial Manufacturing (M)
East - Commercial Heavy Commercial (C-3)
West - Commercial Heavy Commercial (C-3)
- 7. Proiect Characteristics:
The subject property contains an existing 1,118 sq. ft. one
(1) story building containing an auto glass shop and office,
existing 2,312 sq.ft. and 377 sq. ft. structures and
approximately three (3) parking spaces in front of the auto
shop. '
8. Zoninv Enforcement Aistory
Notice of Violation filed on 1/20/89 for abandoned and
' broken equipment, storage of old auto parts, no business
�. license. As of September 1, 1994, conditions remain the
same on the subject property.
9. Public Response
None of record. "
ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION:
1. Consistency with General Blan
The proposed land use is consistent with the existing Zoning
Classification (C-3) and General Plan designation of
Commercial. Therefore, maintaining Conditional Use Permit
. No. 83049, if conditions are met, will be in conformance
with and not adversely affect the General Plan.
2. Site Suitabilitv
The property is adequate in size and shape to accommodate
the proposed development relative to structures, parking,
walls, fences, landscaping, driveways and other development
features required by the Zoning Ordinance.
I 3. Comnatibilitv
� The proposed development is surrounded by commercial and
industrial uses. Residential uses exist to the north of the
I I subject site. Therefore, the project will be compatible
with the surrounding land uses if conditions of CUP 83049
I are met.
I � 4. Compliance with Development Standards
� The proposal meets the development standards required by the
I Zoning Ordinance with respect to setbacks, lot coverage,
j building height and density. However, the existing project
i , does not meet the requirements for parking, fencing, and
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landscaping contained in the Conditional Use Permit.
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�. The conditions under CUP 83049 must be met in full in order •
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�' The existing development, as operated, does not assist in
upgrading the surrounding and does not support the
purpose and intent of the General Plan.
` 7. Environmental Assessment
Actions by a regulatory agency to revoke a permit are
categorically exempt under Section 15321 of the State CEQA
, Guidelines. Therefore, a Notice of Exemption has been
prepared and will be filed with the County Clerk.
8. Conclusion
As described above, the owner\lessee is still not in
compliance with Conditions of the Use Permit as contained in
Resolution No. 943.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff respectfully recommends that, after public testimony and
. consideration by the Commission, the Planning Commission revoke
Condifional Use Permit No. 83049.
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� ATTACHMENTS•
I `1. Location Map
� 2. Site Plan
3. Resolution No. 943
� 4. Letter of Agreement By Owner
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RESOLUTION NO, 943
A RE30LUTION OF TIiE pLANNING COY!(I33ION OF TH8
CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING A CONDITIONAL U3fi PERHIT
TO ALLOM THE OPERATION OF AN AOTOYpT1yg REppIR BU3I-
NE9S AT 2971 IlIPERIAL HZGHIIAY, LyNNippD,
WHEREA9, t6� P1aaalaQ Commiasioo ot th� City oi Lyawood
oa C aditionaltUse�Permitl�t�the�aub�ectbaddrd�aria�
. eaa;
WHEREA9, the Commisaion has caretullq coasidered all
pertiaent testimonq ofiered ia ths case as presented at the public-
heariaQ;
WHEREA9� tbs Plannia� Division ha� determiaed tdat tb�
proposed pro,�ect is cate�orically exempt irom the provisiona o!
t6� Califoraia Bavironmental quality A�t;
NHER8A9, a Conditioaal U�e Permit is required for the opera-
tioa ot aa autaootive use on Appropriately zoned aad sized propsrties
ia the City,
Td� Plsaaia� Commission oi the City oi Lqawood ppgg ggg�gy
RESOLVB as iollows:
3ection l. 'Pb� piaaaia� Commission h�reby finda aad coa-
cludlts a� o3'Tfwi
A• Tb� �raatia� oi th� r�quest�d Cqoditiooal 0�� p��� 4
will aot adwrs�ly aif�ct th� oomDs�h�csiv� G�a�ral
plaa +� th� �ub��ct prop�rtq ia d�ai�nat�d "Commercial"
oa tn� Q�a�ral Plaa Ilap ;
• T1� DroDosW coaditioaal us� i• io accord witb tb�
d�wlopm�pt stsndsrds reQulatiae d�v�lopmsat •taad-
ards r��ulatiaQ developmeat in t6e C-3 Zon�;
C• Th� propo�td lxation oi th� coaditionsl wt sad tb�
condltiona uader vpich it would b� osiotained will
cot b� d�t;im�atal to the public h�slth, saf�ty, or
w�liar�, or mat�si�lly ia�urioua to prop�rti�s or im-
provements in tfse vicinitq;
D. Th� proyo��d coaditioaal ui� vill comyly with �acb oi
Lh� applicabl• provisiona oi th� Zonin� Ordiasac� u
i stat�d ia th� conditiona list�d ia S�ctioa Z.
I 9ectioa 9, TD� planalaQ Commisaion oi tQ� Cit� oi Lynwood
har�bq approv�� a ondltional Ds� P�rmit to allo�r th• oyrsatloo
oi an sutamotiv� r�pair bwiLiss ati th� �abov� addr��a� sub��ct to
thr iollorrla� Conditiona:
I A. T6� prop�rty sl11�1? b� ua�d for aa autanottv� r�pais
I buain�is� two(�) r�aid�nc�a sad r�quir�d parlcin� �
p�r plot plta �ubmitt�d� eoaditioaa imDo��d �ad say
futur� mpdiiicationa t6�r�to;
�,8. A miaimum of eiQdt (8) off-street parkin� spaces
shall be provided, 3aid paskine spacea ahall b�
aine (9') feet bq eigbteea (18') feet in sizs� s6a11
be plaialy striped on the psrking loi suriace, and
shall have a concrete wheelstop placed at the head
oi each space; �
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�� C, All automotive repair shall be coaducted eatirely
withi� the workshop bu11d1aQ;
� All automotive repair activities on.the site shall
be coniined to the dours between 7:00 A,N, and 9:00 P,y,
daily;
E. Th• work�hop buildin� shall be �ufficiently souAd-
proofed to prevent aancyaace or detriment to surrouadia�
propertiea;
�� F. All dama�ed vehicles or vetiicles awaitiaQ repsir s6a11
bs screened irom Imperial Highway by a six (g�� r�
hi�h masoary wall or fence covered with an opaque materi-
al approved by t6e Commuaity Dev8lopm�At Director;
C. Five (s�� perceat of tde total area oi tqs sit• •hall -
b� improv�d with well msiataiaed irriast�d lsad�capia�
- approved by the Comvynity Devslopment Director;
. H, No damaged or wrecked vehicles adall b� stored for pur-
poaea otder than repair;
I. Gsrba�e or trash receptacles shsll be atored wit6la a
� t6ree (3) 91ded masonry eacloaure six (8') ieet in
. 6�iQDt.
J. Al1 debris and trash shall be removed irom th� site;
�� ballubeienclosed�wit6�a �olid�wallror uaiforml�rty
, �d board i�p�� aot leas thsn six (8') ieot ia hii�htA
L • Tb� ���a postioa oi the f�nc� aloa� th� r�as lot
lin� shall b� r�plac�d wltb a�olid maaoory wall •ix
" (0') iNt in h�1�bt;
Y• Tb� automotiw repair busia��a �hall b� r��i�t�r�d
wiLb tD� Bus�aa oi Automotiv� R�pair;
N• �11 Darkia� as�a� spall b� pavtd wit6 a hard auri���
aad alop�d ap sa to b� drala�d oi all �urtsc• wst�r;
�• ��'i�a7 approseb to tb� aub��ct prop�rty ahall
b�.r�ooa�truct�d p�r Ciiq EaQiaeeria� Dspartc»at ataad-
arda;
P. 3aid driv�way approacb a6a11 b� fpaired to th� aatia-
faction ot th� Sa�in��ria� D�partm�at;
. Q. Th� curb shall b� repaired to th� satisisction oi th�
' 8a�ia�erin� D�partmeat;
8 Th� •idtw�ilc ahali b� r�cou�truatW �r City sa�is��r-
in� D�yartm�at �tandarda;
9. Th� oil staina oa ttie aidewalY �nd ia �utt�r ahall
b� cl�an�d up. •
T• Th� aub��c! pascyla� Rydb�s� 10 snd 11, shall b�
m�r�d b� r�cordation b� th� Couaty g�corde.r Dr�.or to
ua� ot uid psrc�i� =pr auto�otiv� r�pais;
U. �11 n�c�asu.y lic�n��s and p�smit• ahRll b� obt�iq�d `
prios to op�sation at �ub��ot loaation; .
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V..Ari Lynwood Munlcipal Code aad 'Lonina Ordinance re-
quirements shall be met;
W, All required bonds for oii-site impro�emepts �Water
maina, fire hydraats, curbs, gutters, $ideWBj�s� etc.)
shall be submitted prior to issuance oi s Buaine�j
Licease;
X. Tbe Conditioasl Use Permit shall laps� aad become void
li operstion accordin� to ttie precediaQ coadltions doea
aot caomence withia niu�ty (80) day� irom ttie dat� oi
ap�roval;
Y. The drsina leadinQ from t4e roof of th� works6op to
tbe street ahall be uacloQQed aad reconnected;
Z. All Fire Departmeat r�quiremeata specified ia Addeadum
A sdall be met,
AA. Al1 structur�• in residential u�* ihsll m�et th� r�quiremeata ot
tht Housin� Code.
HB. The ille�al residentlal we shatt be terminated [mmedtate(�.
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AppROVED 11ND ADOPTfiD this i�tb day oi 3�ptember� 1p83, by
membera oi tbe Plannin� Comioission votia� aa iollows:
AYS3: �i��iwtars Dovs. Raymond. Pryor i Robbin�
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AB3ENT: Ca�is�loa�ri Hodss i Ranka
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APPROVSD A9 TO 0�: ' APPROVSD A8 TO FOB11: .
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Nv�lopmeat Dlsectos �Attora�y � , s �
3tstemeat oi Acc�ytaac�
All conditiona aad provislons oi tb� tore�oia� Conditional Ua�
P�rmit aad R�aolusion No. �{� sr� h�ssby acc�pt�d by th� uad�ssi�a�d
�pDliaaat, wpo �xps�aaly R�r��s to p�sior� sad b� bouad by ��cb aoo-
- dition th�s�oi.
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BoardofDireaors Lynwood City Pl.anning Commission F'�t:(3tu)d;?�9it
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w.�«,T„�„,,:,,, Dear Planning Commissic�n ytembers:
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°"'°"`"h"''"' This letter is in res onse to the ro osed L nwooci Si n Urdinance which
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'�""'" adopts regulations affeccing the establishment aad operation of business.
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;';,',,";,,;;;," The California Grocers Association/Califurnia Associadon of Neighborhood
���"""""'`' `"'"" Stotes, which repzesents more Lhan 8,000 members including supermarket
guAnrn chains, mid-size independent grocers aitd 5ma11 neighborhood stores, shares
"","""�°,°""„°°„ many of your concerns regarding problem signage. We l�ave al��ays taken a
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�nr,.,,�,,,,, pro-active stance on this issue anti have, in fact, instituted voluntary progranas,
r`;�:,;`,:�'7; < �,�� sual� as uur Neighborkaood Outreach Program to £oster comnlunieation and
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,;,,,,,,;,;,,,,,, cooperation betwsen our zzxembers and local government/law en£orcement
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'^^°�' `�"•':" However, CGA coc�sistentiy opposes legislative and regulatorv proposals which
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�,�ut:��;::�,,.A,,,,.,�.,,<„�,,,�, There are two sections of this ordinance that coald significazttly hamper the
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��^������ ����-�•-• ��•^°A���> w�ay we operate as a business. First, the ordinance is allowir�g signs ro cover
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��� ��•�* •- �-- -�+��- twenty-five ��ercent o£ a store £ront window. CGA supports restrzctions on
":�`_� �.+`�°%"..% �� signage, ho�vever, we prefer limatations of only one•chird of thc front windo�v.
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^:��! signage. Windows near the sales couz�ter and entrance doors must
�outA@u:d Jb��u�.t uur��rrn
,,,4�•�.,,� recnain ciear of sigzzage. Foz security purposes, a clear view pf the
.io.v.n nni.a�,iu .
;��: �:,:�;.:,,: store should be visible from tkae street and parking lot. I�o neon si�ns
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.,,,;�,,;,,,. advertising products can be placed itz windo«�s or doors.
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customers half of the ztecessazy infi�rmat.ion. This �vould severly hamper the
cotrzpetitive advantage for a stor� doing business itt Lynwood in opposition to
neighboring �ities.
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We sta.nd ready to wozk with you and othcr mcmbers of the Lynwood City
Planning Commission aud respectfukly request that this sign ordinance be
revzewed and revised.
We ibank you for youz consideration o£ our viewpoint.
Sincerely,
CALIFO NT.A GRUCERS ASSOCIATIO\
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BETH BEEMAI�'
llirector �f City/County
Governmental k2elations
Enclosure
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�� DATE: September 13, 1994 A t�i �!D;� I i EM N0 . •' �
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TO: PLANNING COMMISSION I
FROM: Robert Diplock, Plannin�'Mbftrac�� � � �
Community Development Department !
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SUBJECT: Zonina Ordinance Amendment ZOA 38 i
/ Applicant: City of Lynwood �
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The City of Lynwood is requesting approval of an amendment to the
Zoning Ordinance repealing Chapter 17 of the Municipal Code dealing ',
with sign regulations and amending Section 25-33 of the Zoning
Ordinance to revise and recodify existing sign regulations and to �
add procedures to identify and abate illegal, abandoned and non- ',
conforming signs. The Commission discussed this item at the August i
9, 1994 meeting, directed staff to make certain changes in the
draft and continued the discussion to this meeting. The enclosed ��
ordinance incorporates the requested changes. i
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FACTS• �
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1. Backaround �
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, The City Council has instructed staff to evaluate the City's ' j
current sign regulations and prepare proposed amendments, �
particularly in respect to establishing enforceable abatement I
procedures. In response to this direction, the City Attorney has
prepared a major recodification and revision of the Sign Ordinance
and has revised the first draft to incorporate suggestion made by
the Commission.
2. Source of Authoritv
' Government Code Section 65850 provides authority for cities to
regulate signs by ordinance. Also Section 5230 of Chapter 2 of the
State Business and Professions Code provides that any city or
county may, by ordinance impose restrictions on advertising
displays adjacent to any street, road or highway equal to or more
restrictive than imposed by the State under this chapter of the
Code.
3. Property Location:
This ordinance will affect property citywide, with primary impacts
on the commercial corridors of Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach
Boulevard, and Imperial Avenue.
� 4. Summarv of Pr000sal:
I The proposed sign ordinance repeals Chapter 17 of the Municipal
Code dealing with sign regulations and amends Section 25-33 of the
Zoning Ordinance to revise and recodify existing sign regulations
and to add procedures to identify and abate illegal, abandoned and
nan-conforming signs.
' The draft Ordinance is primarily a reorganization of the existing
regulations with more detailed provisions for permit review and for
� the abatement of illegal, non conforming and abandoned signs as
� required by State law.
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�; Staff has received one request from the California Grocer's
i Association for information and notification of hearing dates.
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The City adopted its current sign control ordinance in May 1983. �
Previously, limited sign control was established in Chapter 17 of �
the Municipal Code adopted in 1972. The 1972 ordinance required �
building permits for signs, and regulated outdoor billboards,
electric signs, advertizing displays adjacent to freeways and �
street banners. Much of this material is incorporated into the i
proposed ordinance. �
The 1983 sign ordinance has evolved over time into the City's !
current rules and regulations. The City no longer permits painted '
wall signs, roof signs or pole signs on small lots. Monument signs '
are permitted for commercial lots with 150 ft. or more frontage and �,
most commercial signs now are required to use channel letters. ;
The revised ordinance incorporates most existing regulations, �
clarifies some provisions of the ordinance and adds some additional �
provisions. Any changes in basic ordinance regulations are minor.
The biggest change in the ordinance deals with the elimination of '
illegal, non conforming and abandoned signs. The basic regulations �
are controlled by State law. The City is required to survey and �
identify all such signs prior to abatement (see Sec. 25-33.9 and I
following). A fee can be charged to property owners to defray the
cost of inventorying on-premise signs. I
Illegal signs can be abated without compensation. Non conforming ,
signs on residential property can be amortized (there are very few - i
of those in the City). On premise legal non conforming signs can
be abated without compensation within redevelopment project areas. I
The remaining legal non conforming signs, both on premise and off
premise, must be compensated if they are to be removed: The task of
inventorying and determining legal status of existing signs will be
a major job as will setting up procedures to abate those signs that
the City wishes to eliminate.
RECOMMENDATION•
Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning
Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2523:
1. Approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment Case No. ZOA 38 with
any changes recommended by the Commission and
recommending City Council adoption of Zoning Ordinance
Amendment ZOA 38.
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I 2. Certifyinq that the project will not have a significant
effect on the environment and that a Negative Declaration
I has been issued pursuant to the provisions of State CEQA
Guidelines.
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I 1. Draft Ordinance,(revised)
' 2. Resolution No. 2523
� 3. Summary of Ordinance Provisions
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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF (
THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT ZOA 38 AND RECOMMENDING COUNCIL ADOPTION
OF THIS AMENDMENT REPEALING CHAPTER 17 OF THE i
MUNICIPAL CODE AND AMENDING SECTION 25-33 OF THE i
ZONING ORDINANCE TO REVISE AND RECODIFY EXISTING �
SIGN REGULATIONS AND ADDING PROCEDURES TO ZDENTIFY
AND ABATE ILLEGAL, ABANDONED AND NON-CONFORMING
SIGNS. '
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, i
pursuant to law, held public hearings on the subject proposal at �
their regular meetings on August 09 and September 13, 1994; and !
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has heard testimony �
concerning the need to revise existing sign regulations and to �
provide for procedures to abate illegal, abandoned and non
conforming signs; and �
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered all �
pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and �
WHEREAS, the Director of Community Development has determined � I
that the proposal will not have a significant adverse effect on the
environment, and has thereby prepared a Negative Declaration for �
the project; now therefore
Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby
finds and determines as follows:
A. There is need to revise, clarify and recodify the City's
existing sign regulations to reflect current policy and practices.
B. California Government Code Section 65850(b) authorizes
cities to regulate signs and billboards and Section 5230 of Chapter
2 of the State Business and Professions Code provides that any city
or county may, by ordinance, impose restrictions on off-site
advertising displays adjacent to any street, road or highway equal
to or more restrictive than those imposed by the State under this
chapter of the Code.
C. The City Council has directed and the City Attorney has
I I prepared a comprehensive revision to the City's sign regulations,
including provisions to abate certain illegal, abandoned or non-
conforming signs.
I D. The proposed ordinance revision incorporates and is
I opnalstent with requirements of State law.
j E. The proposed ordinance amendment will be beneficial to the
� entire City by providing uniform and enforceable sign controls.
' i F. Adoption of the proposed siqn ordinance) will not have a
�, significant adverse effect on the environment.
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' Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, based
' upon the aforementioned findings and determinations, hereby:
1. approves the Negative Declaration for this amendment. •
� 2. approves 2oning Ordinance Amendment ZOA 38 as revised by the
, Commission.
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3. recommends that the City Council adopt Zoning Ordinance
Amendment ZOA 38 revising and recodifying the City's sign
reguTations and adding procedures to abate certain illegal, ,
abandoned and non conforming signs.
Section 3. A copy of this resolution shall be delivered to the �,
City Clerk.
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APPROVED and ADOPTED this 13th day of September, 1994, by �
members of the.Planning Commission voting as follows:
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Errick R. Lee, Chairperson
P:PPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Robert Diplock, Planning Manager Michele Beal Bagneris
Community Devalopment Dept. Deputy City Attorney
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DATE: September 8, 1994 1 �
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FROM: Robert Diplock, Planning Manager �
Community Development Department �
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SUB,7ECT: Summary of Proposed Sign Ordinance '
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The various sections of the proposed Sign Ordinance are listed I
below along with a summary of the provisions and an indication of �
whether or not it is new or similar to existing ordinance �
provisions. The page numbers are keyed to the revised (two sided) I
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SECTION COMMENT �
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25-33.1 Intent and Purpose new, also provides for more (
p.1 restrictive requirements I
through the Redevelopment �
Agency. �
25-33.2 Permit Requirements new, expands application
p.3 and Procedures information, provides for �
review of new signs on
existing buildings by
Director of Community
Development (same as
current procedure) and
, review by Planning
Commission of new signs on
new buildings (new
procedure).
Establishes review criteria
(new) and appeals procedure
(same).
. 25-33.3 Prohibited. Signs generally the same as
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p,g existing ordinance.
I 25-33.4 Signs Authori2ed in generally the same as
p.13 Residential Zones existinq ordinance. Adds
"special events" signs as
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` 25-33.5 on-premise Signs in generally the same as
I p.20 non residential zones existing ordinance. Adds
` (no permit) section on "signs inside
� buildings".
I I 25-33.6 On-premise Signs qenerally the same as
p.25 Requiring Permits existing ordinance.
� 25-33.7 Signs for Special generally the same.
i p.33 Businesses
� 25-33.8 Street Banners new, authorizes street
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25-33.9 inventory of Illegal, new, required by State law. f �
p.35 non-conforming signs �
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25-33.10 Removal of signs made non new, provides for removal '
p.41 conforming by previous of certain non-conforming i
ordinance. premise and off premise '
signs. �,
25-33.11 Removal of signs made non new, provides for removal I
p.45 conforming by this ord- of certain non conforming �
inance. signs and establishes �
amortization schedule. �
25-33.12 Removal of Signs Adjacent modification of existing I
p.47 to Freeway provisions, of very �
limited application. �
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25-33.13 Appeal of Removal Determin- same as existing ordinance �
p.48 ation '
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25-33.14 Enforcement current ordinance requires �
p.50 24 hour notice before I
removal of sign on public
property or immediate'
removal when involves
public safety
25-33.15 Definitions additions, deletions and a �
p.51 number the same
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TO': PLANNING COMMISSION ''�'-` `•- � ` ? ' � � `� ° � � a
FROM: Robert Di lock Plannin �'` ��� � � �/�
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Planning Division, Community Development Departme �
BY: Art Barfield, Planning Associate
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SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit Case No. 149 (Appeal of Site Plan
Review Case No. 119)
Appellant: Bruce Yingline
Proposal•
The appellant is appealing the actions of the Site Plan
Review Committee regarding Site Plan Review Case No. 119 ;
(SPR 119), an application to establish a concrete and
green waste recycling center at 11655 Louise Street in �
the M (Manufacturing) zone.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Upon advice of Counsel, Staff respectfully request that
the Commission refer this case back to the Site Plan
Review Committee in order to complete the required
environmental review and make a determination of
environmental impact as required by CEQA (California
Environmental Quality Act).
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DATE: SertemLer 13, 1»4 .
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FROM: Robert Di lock Planni��M,�r�agq�, ,__�,
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BY: Louis Omoruyi, Planning Associate
`.'''. SUBJECT: Zone Chanae - Case No. ZC 11
Applicant: City of Lvnwood and Mr. Louis Ross
PROPOSAL:
The staff and the applicant are requesting.approval of a Zone
Change (ZC 11) from R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) to C-2A
(Medium Commercial) in order to establish conformity to and
consistency with the General Plan in the Commercial General Plan
� Category for an area bounded by the Long Beach Boulevard, Louise
Street, Lewis Street, an unnamed alley and the Century Freeway
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FACTS:
1. Source of Authoritv
Section 25-27.1 a. of the City Zoning Ordinance allows
property owner(s) to initiate a change in zoning boundaries
and classification.
2. Property Location:
The properties consist of existing residential land uses
and vacant lots. The properties are identified in the Los
q;'„"� Angeles County Assessors Book 6175, as parcels 1,2,3,4,5,
, 28 and the remainder of lot 520, page 2; parcels 13, 14,
15, and the remainder of lot 518, page 3; and parcels 5,
6, 7 and 8, page 9 on the Southeast corner of Long Beach
Boulevard and the Century Freeway (I-105) (see attached
Location Map).
3. Property size:
The subject properties are combination of irregular and
regular shaped lots, approximately 85,000 square feet in
size.
4. Existincx Land Use:
The : properties consist of existing residential, and
' vacant lots. The surrounding land uses are as follows:
North - Freeway
South - Commercial, Residential
East - Residential
West - Commercial
5. Land Use Designation:
I The General Plan designation for the subject property is
I Commercial while the Zoning Classification is R-3. The
surrounding land use designations are as follows:
� General Plan Zoning
North - Transportation North - C-2A, P-1
South - Commercial South - C-2A, P-1
East - Commercial, Residential East - R-2, R-3
West - Commercial West - C-2A
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6. Proiect Characteristics
The Zone Change is proposed in order to establish
conformity to and consistency with the General Plan. As a
' result of the General Plan Revision adopted by the City
Council in August, 1990, this area was designated
Commercial. In order for the zoning to be consistent with
the General Plan it is necessary to change the zone of the
properties located on the Southeast corner of Long Beach
� Boulevard and the Century Freeway (I-105) from the R-3
' (MUltiple Family Residential) zone to the C-2A (Medium
Commercial) zone. The zone change has been requested by the
agent of the property owner.
7. Site Plan Review:
On August 25, 1994, the Site Plan Review Committee evaluated
the proposed zone change and recommended approval to the
Planning Commission.
8. Zoninq Enforcement Historv:
Mr. Louis Ross was cited by the Code Enforcement Division
regarding the clean up of rubbish and debris on this
property on several occasions.
. 9. Public Response:
Staff received one phone call from a residential property
owner to the south asking that the owner of this property
discuss any development plans with the surrounding property
owners.
ISSUES AND ANALYSIS
l. Consistency with General Plan and Zonincr
The existing zoning classification (R-3) is inconsistent
with the General Plan designation of Commercial. The
proposed Zone Change from R-3 (Multiple Family Residential)
to C-2A (Medium Commercial) zone will make the properties
consistent with the General Plan designation of Commercial.
The zone change will make the existing residential uses
legal non-conforming.
2. Area Suitabilitv
There is significant commercial development immediately to
the south, north and west of the proposed Zone Change. This
area has excellent access to a major arterial, a freeway
interchange and a transit stop and is appropriate for major
', commercial development. �
3. Compliance with Development Standards
The subject area is adeguate in size and shape to carry out
the intent of the Commercial zoning category and can
accommodate proposed commercial development relative to the
proposed density, bulk of the structures, walls, fences, and
other development standards required by the Zoning
Ordinance,
4. Comoatibility '
The proposed Zone Change to the C-2A (Medium Commercial)
zone is located at the southeast corner of existing
commercial land. Future commercial development could
adversely impact residential development to the east of the
proposed use. Any new commercial development must be
carefully designed and screened to minimize any impacts.
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The Zone Change will not have a negative effect on the
values of the surrounding properties or interfere with or
endanger the public health or welfare.
5. Benefits to Communitv
The proposed Zone Change could lead to major new commercial
development at this location and help upgrade the adjacent
commercial strip. The new use likely would provide
additional local employment opportunities.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
The Director of Community Development has determined that no
• substantial environmental impact will result from the proposed
,• zone change; therefore, a Negative Declaration has been filed in
the Community Development Department and in the Office of the
' City Clerk.
#��'';`.;:; RECOMMENDATION:
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, Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the
, Planning Commission:
1. Find that the proposed Zone Change from R-3 (Multiple
Family Residential) to C-2A (Medium Commercial) zone '
will not have a significant impact on the environment and
.�o`;, that a Negative Declaration has been issued pursuant to
the provisions of the California Environmental Quality
Act as amended.
2. Approval the proposed Zone Change, Case No. ZC 11 for
parcels 1,2,3,4,5, 28 and the remainder of lot 520, page
� , 2; parcels 13,14,15, and the remainder of lot 518, page
= 3; parcels 5,6,7, and 8 page 9 of the Los Angeles County
'' Assessor's Book 6175 on the southeast corner of Long
�}`��` Beach Boulevard and the Century Freeway (I-105).
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• ATTACHMENTS
1. Location Map
2. Resolution 2525
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� � RESOLUTION NO. 2525
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A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RECOMMENDING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE LYNWOOD ZONING MAP
PERTAINING TO A ZONE CHANGE ON PARCELS
1,2,3,4,5,28 AND THE REMAINDER OF LOT
520, PAGE 2; PARCELS 13,14,15, AND THE
REMAINDER OF LOT 518, PAGE 3; PARCELS
, 5,6,7, AND 8 PAGE 9 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY ASSESSOR'S BOOK 6175 ON THE
SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LONG BEACH BOULEVARD .
' AND THE CENTURY FREEWAY (I-105), LYNWOOD
• CALZFORNIA.
,'� WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood,
� pursuant to law, on September 13, 1994 held a public hearing on
the subject application; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered
all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, the Zone Change bring the zoning into consistency
with the General Plan designation of Commercial by changing the
, zoning from R-3 (multiple Family Residential to C-2A (Medium
, Commercial) zone; and "
WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has determined
,�° that no substantial environmental impact will result from the
;F`' proposed zone change and that a Negative Declaration had been
prepared and filed in the Community Development Department and
the office of the City Clerk.
Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood.hereby
finds and determines as follows:
A. The current R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) zone is
#�' inconsistent with the General Plan designation of Commercial for
" this property and thus a zone change is required in order to be
consistent with the General Plan.
B. The subject site would accommodate major commercial
development due to its size, location, and proximity to the
Freeway and other commercial land uses.
C. The Zone Change to C-2A (Medium Commercial) would be
consistent with the General Plan designation of Commercial.
D. The proposed Zone Change will not be detrimental to
the properties surrounding the site.
Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City
of Lynwood, based upon the aforementioned findings and
determinations, hereby approves Zone Change Case No. ZC 11 and
recommends City Council adoption of an ordinance changing the
Zoning Map from the R-3 (Multiple Family Residential) to the
C-2 (Medium Commercial) zone for Parcels 1,2,3,4,5,28 and the
remainder of Lot 520, page 2; Parcels 13,14,15 and the reminder
of lot 518, page 3; Parcels 5,6,7, and 8 page 9 of the Los
Angeles County Assessor's Book 6175 on the southeast corner of
Long Beach Boulevard and the Century Freeway (I-105), Lynwood,
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- Section 3. A copy of this resolution shall be delivered to
the applicant.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this day of , 1994, by members
of the Planning Commission voting as follows:
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• Errick R. Lee, Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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,r Planning Manager Deputy City Attorney
_ Community Development Department
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