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11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
(31 0) 603-0220
PLANNING COMMISSION & PARKING & BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT BOARD (PBIDB)
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 9, 2019-6:00P.M.
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AGENDA
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Compliance and Enforcement Department/Planning Division office located at 11330
Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, during normal business hours.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA
3. ROLL CALL
1 . Elizabeth Battle, Commissioner
2. Alfonso Morales, Commissioner
3. Rita Soto, Commissioner
4. Kenneth West, Vice-Chair
5. Vacant, Commissioner
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Lead by Commissioner Soto.
5. PRESENTATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
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6. APPROVAL OF MiNUTES
None.
7. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATION
(This time is reserved for members of the public to address the Planning
Commission relative to matters that are not on the agenda. No action may be
taken on non-agenda items unless authorized by law)
8. PUBLIC HEARING(S)
(With respect to speakers addressing items listed under the heading of public
hearing, you are asked to wait until the Chair formally opens the public hearing
and the item is called)
A. A request to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-03 to establish an
automated car wash and Variance No. 2020-01 to 1) a reduced front yard
setback and associated landscape buffer from 10 feet to four-(4) feet; and; 2)
increased height for proposed wrought iron fencing within the front yard setback
area from four-(4) to eight-(8) feet at property located at 3516-3532 East
Imperial Highway.
I. Staff Report Presentation
II. Open Public Hearing
Ill. Public Testimony
IV. Close Public Hearing
V. Commission Discussion
VI. Call for the question/vote (M _______ s ________ ~
9. OLD BUSINESS
None.
10. PLANNING COMMISSION/PBIDB ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. Elizabeth Battle, Commissioner
2. Alfonso Morales, Commissioner
3. Rita Soto, Commissioner
4. Kenneth West, Vice-Chair
5. Vacant, Commissioner
11. DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS
Planning Commission & Parking & Business Improvement District Board Agenda
June 9, 2020
12. ADJOURNMENT
Next Regular Meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2020.
APPROVED BY:
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Director of Communit evelopment
Lynwood Planning Commission
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TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Commission
FROM:
SUBJECT:
APPLICANT:
Michelle Ramirez, Director of Community Development
Karen Figueredo, Planning Associate
Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-03
Variance No. 2020-01
3516-3532 E. Imperial Highway
Rob Shorkry
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission:
1. CONDUCT a public hearing and receive public testimony.
2. ADOPT Resolution No. 3417 approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-03,
including the adoption of the associated Negative Declaration.
3. ADOPT Resolution No. 3418 approving Variance No. 2020-01.
Background:
The applicant, Rob Shokry, has submitted an application for a Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) for an automated car wash at 3516-3532 E. Imperial Highway. The project
proposes to demolish three (3), single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet utilized
for a car dealership and a one-story storage building; and, construct, use, and maintain
a new 6,288 square foot automated car wash structure. The new car wash will consist
of a single-story, 32 foot tall structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel, supporting
equipment, lobby, office/cashier, manager's office, a breakroom, restrooms, and 27 on-
site parking stalls. Of the 27 on-site parking stalls, two (2) stalls will be designated as
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handicapped with one of them having a drying/vacuum station, two (2) stalls will be
designated as employee parking and 23 stalls will be designated as customer
drying/vacuum stations. The applicant requested the hours of operations to be 7:00
a.m. to 9:00 p.m., daily. However, staff is recommending that the hours be limited to
8:00a.m. to 8:00p.m., daily.
Discussion:
Project Description
The project requires a CUP for the proposed car wash use, a Site Plan Review for the
structure, and Zone Variance requests that includes: 1) a reduced front yard setback
and associated landscape buffer from 1 0-feet to four-feet; and; 2) increased height for
proposed wrought iron fencing within the front yard setback area from four-feet to
eight-feet.
The subject site consists of three (3) independent parcels that form a rectangular shape
site totaling approximately 37,500 square feet (0.86 acre). The site has a zoning
designation of Light Commercial (C-2), a General Plan designation of Commercial, and
a Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan designation of "Corridor Mixed-Use 2". The land
uses and zoning adjacent to the subject site are as follows:
ADJACENT ZONING PROPERTY USE PROPERTY LOCATION
North C-2 (Light Commercial) Bank
South R-3 (Multi-Family Residential Units
Residential)
East C-2 (Light Commercial) Laundromat
West C-2 (Light Commercial) Convenience Store
Conditional Use Permit Required Findings
A CUP application has been submitted for a new car wash. Prior to any development
occurring on the property, the property would need to file and secure the approval of a
CUP in compliance with the Lynwood Zoning Code. Furthermore, a Site Plan Review
approval is required. In conjunction with the subject application's pending CUP,
conditions are proposed to safeguard against any early implementation of the CUP and
ensure that no physical improvements to the site prematurely occur.
Environmental Determination
The City of Lynwood, acting as the Lead Agency, has completed an Initial Study and
prepared a Negative Declaration for the proposed car wash development, pursuant to
Section 15064(f) (3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) The potential
impacts associated with the Negative Declaration was justified as the conclusions of the
Initial Study determined that the project could not have a significant effect on the
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environment. A Notice of Intent to Adopt a Negative Declaration for the project was
distributed on May 20, 2020, for a 20-day public review and comment period of May 20,
2020 to June 9, 2020.
Municipal Code Requirements
Per Section 25-130-5 of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Planning Commission can
only approve a CUP if it finds the following true:
A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the general plan,
The project site is designated in the General Plan as Commercial and on the
zoning map as a Light Commercial (C-2) zone, which conditionally permits a car
wash use. Goal LU-2 of the City's General Plan requires the City plan for a
range of commercial sites that serve the needs of the community. The proposed
car wash use requires a CUP and the approval of this entitlement request would
provide an additional service option to those living, working, and visiting the City
of Lynwood. Further points that support how the proposed CUP is consistent
with the City's General Plan include the subject site's history of maintaining
commercial uses. Therefore, based upon the above findings, the subject CUP is
consistent with the General Plan.
B. That the nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings and
structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be
materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building, or structures;
The proposed car wash will not be materially detrimental to any adjacent uses,
buildings, or structures in the immediate vicinity of the subject site due to
safeguards set in-place by the conditions of approval listed within CUP No. 2019-
03. The proposed use is further safeguarded by the fact that the approved
project will be required to complete a City Building Division plan check review
and pass a series of progressive inspections to complete construction of the
project. The Building Division review will ensure compliance with all Building
Division Codes. Furthermore, the approved car wash structure and overall site
improvements will be reviewed by, and require approval from, the Los Angeles
County Fire Department to ensure compliance with all current fire protection
codes as well.
The project is designed with car wash tunnels projecting away from sensitive,
residential receptors to the south and a lighting plan that shield light from spilling
over into adjoining properties. The applicant will also be required to maintain the
site free of graffiti as the CUP includes a condition that any graffiti placed within the
control of the operator be abated and painted to match the existing surface within
24 hours its placement. The operator will also be required to ensure that no
loitering occurs, at any time, to preserve a positive image of the community.
The conditions of approval required by the Planning Division, in conjunction with
the safeguards described above, have been developed and are intended to
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mitigate any potential adverse impacts to the adjacent uses and ensure that all
construction and operational activities do not result in any adverse effects or
materially detrimental impacts to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures.
C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate the use and buildings proposed;
The subject property is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the
conditionally permitted car wash use. The site is approximately 37,500 square
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which will consist of a single-story structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel,
supporting equipment, lobby, office/cashier, manager's office, a breakroom,
restrooms, and 27 on-site parking stalls Of the 27 on-site parking stalls, two (2)
stalls will be designated as handicapped with one of them having a
drying/vacuum station, two (2) stalls will be designated as employee parking and
23 stalls will be designated as customer drying/vacuum stations.
The car wash design meets on-site vehicle circulation requirements and will have
more than sufficient egress and -ingress to-the entire-property in -compliance with
all City Engineer requirements.
As a result, the subject site's characteristics (size and shape) are more than
sufficient and appropriate to accommodate the proposed car wash use and the
proposed structure.
D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zoning district; and
The Applicant's CUP request complies with all applicable development standards
established by the City's zoning code and the Lynwood Transit Area Specific
Plan "Corridor Mixed-Use 2", specifically meeting and exceeding parking
requirements, landscaping requirements, building height, and building setbacks.
The project is requesting two (2) Major Zone Variance requests, which includes a
reduction of the front yard setback/private property landscape buffer to allow
compliance with parking lot driveway width access dimensions and increased
fence height for improved site security. These two (2) Major Zone Variance
requests will be reviewed and considered on their own merits by a separate set
of findings.
Based upon the supporting facts, a finding is confirmed in the positive that the
proposed condition use complies with all applicable development standards
associated with site's underlying zoning and requirements of the specific plan.
E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this zoning
code;
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The construction of a new car wash use observes the spirit and intent of the
Zoning Code and the requirements of Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan. The
project site has three (3) single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet, which
are presently utilized for a car dealership and an accessory storage building. All
existing structures will be demolished to develop the car wash use. The new car
wash use will be consistent and more in observance with updated specific plan
and respective zoning code regulations; thereby, in greater observance of the
spirit and intent of the zoning code. Some of the more compliant aspects of the
project include the creation and development of an attractive streetscape design
that creates a sense of place and positive identity as required by the goals and
objectives of the Lynwood Zoning Code and the Lynwood Transit Area Specific
Plan "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" guidelines.
As such, the proposed conditional use will result in a project that observes the
spirit and intent of the City's zoning code.
Variance
Municipal Code Requirements
Per Section 25-135-6 of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Planning Commission can
only approve a Variance if it finds the following true:
A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions
applicable to the property which do not apply generally to other properties in the
same vicinity and zone; and
The width of the subject site is an exceptional and extraordinary site
characteristics that hinders the ability to develop a functional car wash operation.
Complying with the City's commercial development standards and design
requirements necessary for a functional automated car wash require the
approval of the zone variance request as the site depth circumstances do not
generally apply to other properties in Lynwood. For example, it would be
impossible to provide the code required number of parking spaces, a two-way
driveway access aisle, and a customer driveway approach off the property's rear
yard without granting a front yard setback reduction.
Furthermore, site obstacles associated with an Imperial Highway Street
dedication further compounds the applicant's inability to provide the 1 0 foot front
yard setback and landscape buffer required for commercially zoned properties.
If the requested zone variance for the reduction of the front yard setback is not
granted, the project could not be developed without reducing on-site parking,
reducing drive aisle width to substandard level, and denying the property the
ability to develop amenities such as providing sufficient dying stations for
customers.
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The applicant has communicated that the City's Department of Public Works is
reviewing and open to approving a revocable permit to allow six-foot band of
landscaping within the City-owned Imperial Highway dedication area.
Functionally and aesthetically, the site will continue to provide a full 10 foot
landscape buffer area, with four-feet on private property and six-feet on publicly
owned land. Hence, the proposal of an enhanced landscape buffer placement
will not result in a layout that does not visually comply with code requirements
while to allow the applicant the ability to provide a driveway aisle width in full
compliance with City requirements.
As evidenced in the findings, the subject property does contain exceptional and
extraordinary circumstances relative to the subject property's lot width that justify
the requested zone variances . The use would not be viable or even possible
without granting the requested zone variance as filed by the applicant.
B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of
substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and
zone, but which is denied the property in question; and
The Major Variance requests consist of a reduced front yard setback from 1 0-
feet to four-feet and over-in-height wrought iron fence that will better secure the
site for customers and after hour periods. The applicant is proposing a structure
that is smaller in scale than what is permitted by the underlying commercial zone
or building to a scale similar to neighboring properties or other developments in
the area. Furthermore, an overwhelming majority of the properties in the same
vicinity and zone near and around the subject site also contain construction with
significantly more floor area to the size proposed by the applicant. The granting
of the Major Variance requests will preserve a reasonable property right as the
denial of the Major Variance requests would clearly preclude the applicant a
development right enjoyed by other properties with far less lot square footage of
!and area and far !ess development standard compliance.
Hence, the granting of the Major Variance requests are necessary and will
preserve the enjoyment of substantial property right possessed by other
properties in the same vicinity and zone of the subject site.
C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
The Major Variance requests involve the adjustments of commercial zone
development standards that allow for the preservation of a substantial property
right enjoyed by other developments in the vicinity of the subject site. The
development standard adjustments include a reduced front yard setback area
from 1 0-feet to four-feet and a reduced front yard setback landscape buffer as
well as increase height of a front fence from four-feet to eight-feet.
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The granting the Major Variance requests as indicated will not be materially
detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or other improvements
in the vicinity of the subject site.
D. That in the granting the variance, the spirit and intent of the zoning code will be
observed; and
Similar to the finding in paragraph C above, deviations of commercial
development standards will allow for the subject site to comply with parking and
access requirements, landscape reduction adjustments continue to visually
comply with buffer requirements, and the increased height of a decorative
wrought iron fence from four-feet to eight-feet to improve site security will not
result in negative effects or permit a use that does not comply with the spirit and
intent of the zoning code. As such, the granting of requested Major Variances
observe the spirit and intent of Lynwood Municipal Code.
E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; and
The granting the Major Variance requests will not extend or grant a special
privilege to the applicant to an extent that not justified, necessary or considered
excessive. In fact, granting the applicant's request for the Major Variances as
requested preserves the enjoyment of a substantial property rights presently
extended and enjoyed by other properties and uses in the vicinity of the subject
site as set forth in the findings in paragraph B above.
As such, the subject finding is made in the positive in support that the granting
the Major Variance requests will not extend a special privilege to the applicant.
F. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of
Lynwood.
The Major Variance requests include the reduction of a front yard
setback/landscape buffer and increased front yard fence height. The primary
reasons for requesting these variances are to allow the project the ability to
increase the project's driveway access aisles to comply with City standards and
add increased security measures to the property. The granting of these requests
are consistent with the goals, objectives and land use policies of the City's
General Plan, as evidenced in the City of Lynwood's General Plan Land Use
Element Goal LU-2, wherein it states that the City must " ... plan for a range of
commercial sites within the Planning Area to serve the needs of those living,
working, and visiting Lynwood. These commercial areas will provide a range of
commercial opportunities in line with the needs of the above groups, and will
continue to develop Lynwood as a retail center for the area."
The approval of the subject Major Variances will allow for the development of a
functional automated car wash use that contains the necessary features for a
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functional automated car wash operation and sufficient security additions that
allow the business to better serve the public. Furthermore, the provision of an
updated car wash in Lynwood adds to the necessary range of commercial
opportunities consistent with the City's General Plan and will help continue to
develop Lynwood as a retail center in the southeast County of Los Angeles.
As such, the above findings confirm that the Major Variance requests are
consistent with the City's General Plan.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-PLANNING DIVISION
1. The Project shall comply with all City of Lynwood Municipal Code, California
Building Code, Los Angeles County Fire Code and applicable State of California
and Federal regulations and shall comply with requirements of City of Lynwood
Departments.
2. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall sign a Statement of
Acceptance that states he/she has read, understands and agrees to all
Conditions of this approval and that acceptance of these Conditions waives any
challenge as to the validity of these Conditions.
3. Development of the Project shall substantially conform to the Project depicted on
the approved Site Plan and Elevations on file stamped June 9, 2020, unless
otherwise amended by these Conditions of Approval. Said amendment shall
apply to compliance with City of Lynwood Residential Design Guidelines. Any
subsequent modification of the Project site or structures thereon shall first be
reported to the Community Development Department, Planning Division for
review.
4. Prior to scheduling a final inspection from the Building Division, the
Applicant/Property Owner shall obtain final signatures from other Departments
indicating compliance with all Conditions.
5. Approval of this Project shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of the
approval and shall become null and void and of no effect whatsoever after that
date.
6. The City has determined that City, its employees, agents and officials should, to
the fullest extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury,
damage, claim, lawsuit, expense, attorney fees, litigation expenses, court cost or
any other cost arising out of or in any way related to the issuance of this Site
Plan Review, or the activities conducted pursuant to this Site Plan Review.
Accordingly, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Rob Shorky, and his
representative(s), or his successors shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless
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the City, its employees, agents and officials, from and against any liability,
claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses,
expenses or cost of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including,
but not limited to, actual attorney fees, litigation expenses and court costs of any
kind without restriction or limitation, incurred in relation to, as a consequence of
arising out of or in any way attributable to, actually, allegedly or impliedly, in
whole or in part, the issuance of the Site Plan Review, or the activities conducted
pursuant to this Site Plan Review. Rob Shorky, and his representative(s), or his
successors shall pay such obligations as they are incurred by City, its
employees, agents and officials, and in the event of any claim or lawsuit, shall
submit a deposit in such amount as the City reasonably determines necessary to
protect the City from exposure to fees, costs or liability with respect to such claim
or lawsuit.
7. Prior to commencement of construction activity, the Applicant shall submit for
plan check and approval. Said plans shall be marked with the Project file number
(CUP No. 2019-03, VAR 2020-01 & SPR No. 2019-69) and shall contain
Conditions of Approval printed on the plans.
8. All appeals must be brought within ten (1 0) business days of the date of the final
action by the Planning Division. An appeal will be scheduled for public hearing
before the Lynwood Planning Commission. Persons filing the appeal must
submit an application and pay a fee of $1 ,385.00.
9. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall submit a Landscape
and Irrigation Plan to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
Planning and Building Manager. Said landscaping and irrigation shall be installed
prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
10. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall provide graphic
evidence of, or shall place a note on the Building Plans pertaining to, the
following in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning and Building
Manager:
• Roof material shall be non-reflective to include clay tile, concrete tile,
synthetic tile, or ARC 80 Composition Asphalt;
• Driveway and parking areas shall be paved with concrete and maintained;
• Air conditioner, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, swimming pool
pumps and heaters and all other mechanical devices shall be located
within the rear yard, screened from view of surrounding properties and
streets, and so operated that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and
comfort of neighboring residents;
• Dimensions and materials of all existing and proposed fencing/walls;
• Neutral or earth tone structural exterior colors; and,
• Structures shall be architecturally compatible in material and colors.
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11. The Property Owner shall maintain a proactive approach to eliminate graffiti from
structures, fences/walls, and accessory buildings on a daily basis and shall
remove all graffiti within 24 hours of placement of graffiti.
12. Prior to commencement of Project grading/construction, the Applicant shall
submit evidence to Building and Safety Division that all contractors working on
the Project site have a valid City of Lynwood business license.
13. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall remit the following
Development impact Fees, and any other required Fees to the City of Lynwood:
• Art in Public Places Fee;
• Impact Fee;
• Drainage Fee;
• Plan Check Fee; and,
• School Fee.
14. Prior to submittal of building plans for plan check, the Applicant/Property Owner
shall provide proof of LA County Fire Department approval (stamped plans).
15. The car wash shall be operated in a manner which does not create any
unacceptable noise levels in violation of the Noise Ordinance. Any nuisances
associated with the car wash must be abated immediately upon notice by the
City.
16. The applicant shall design all outdoor lighting including parking lot lighting with
full shields, and cut off flat lenses to ensure that all light from any fixture will not
direct light skyward, and will minimize light pollution -flood lights are strictly
prohibited.
17. Lighting within the parking lot shall be so designed as to prevent conflict between
luminaries and any parking lot shade tree canopy.
18. The applicant shall submit a Final Photometric Plan which identifies the overall
lighting levels onsite while maintaining a minimum of 1-foot candle. The lighting
plan shall be designed to minimize lighting levels after the business is closed
while maintaining sufficient security lighting.
19. Business hours shall be limited from Monday through Sunday from 8:00a.m. to
8:00p.m.
20. The applicant shall screen all roof mounted equipment. Rooftop screening of
mechanical equipment shall be provided through architectural design of the
building elevations.
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21. The two (2) required employee parking stalls shall not contain any vacuum
equipment or used as a drying station. In addition the parking stalls shall be mark
as "employee parking only" to differentiate them from the other twenty five (25)
parking stalls.
22. The applicant shall submit Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plans to the Planning
Department prior to issuance of a building permit.
23. The applicant shall ensure that all irrigation for landscaping shall be on automatic
timer.
24. Anything which is not shown on application/plans, or which is not specifically
approved, or which is not in compliance with this section, is not approved. Any
application and/or plans which are defective as to, but not limited to, omissions,
dimensions, scale, use, colors, materials, encroachments, easements, etc., shall
render any entitlements granted by this section nulls and void. Construction (if
any) must cease until all requirements of this section are complied with.
Development entitlements may be withheld until Code violations are abated.
25. All proposed light standards must be decorative and consistent with the
architectural design of the building.
26. Vending machines, ATMs, Payphones, and/or similar machines/devices are
prohibited outside the building, with the exception of vending machines being
permitted in the vending area.
27. No windows signage shall be allowed along the frontage of the building or on any
roll-up doors.
28. The Applicant must utilize low profile vacuum equipment in order to minimize the
visual impact of the vacuum from the public right-of-way as part of the building
plan check process.
29. No text referencing the vacuum area shall be allowed on the proposed canopies
and/or equipment.
30. Provide vacuum details prior to installation and final prior to plan check submittal.
The City Planning Division must confirm and aesthetically pleasing design from
street view.
31. All proposed canopies/shade covers must be submitted to the Planning Division
for review and approval. All canopies/shade covers must incorporate a roof
design that is consistent with the slope and design of the wash tunnel roof, and
be constructed of a permanent and durable building material, and not of
impermanent, removable canvas material.
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32 . The wash tunnel must incorporate tempered glass with a bluish frosted glazing,
including the tunnel's two roll-up metal doors.
33. Trash cans must be permanently affixed to the ground, provide a detail for
approval by Planning Division prior to plan check submittal.
34. The landscaping on-site must be kept and maintained in good condition at all
times.
35. All landscaped areas shall utilize drought-tolerant planting material.
36. Vertical landscaping must be provided along the trash enclosure.
37. Provide landscape plans prepared and stamped by a landscape architect for
review and approval by the Planning Division. The landscaping and irrigation
plans shall be in compliance with the regulations in place at the time of building
permit issuance.
38. An irrigation plan must be provided, which illustrates compliance with LMC.
39. Driveway gates must be consistent with the design of the building. The applicant
must obtain Planning Division approval prior to submitting to plan check.
40. All conditions of approval must be met prior to Building Permit Final inspection.
41. Per LMC Section 3-11 Loitering and truancy is prohibited on or around the
premises.
42. The Applicant must post "No Loitering" signs within the parking arears adjacent
to the business and the Applicant must notify the Sheriff of any such instances
that the employees are not able to handle.
43. The subject business must be operated so as to not constitute a noise problem
to neighboring properties. Noise level must be maintained pursuant to the LMC
Section 3-12.
44. This project shall comply with the Conditions of Approval of Site Plan Review No.
2019-69.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
45. Provide detailed current as built plans for the existing garage that is proposed
second dwelling unit and new garage. All construction shall meet or exceed the
minimum building standards that are referenced in the following:
• The California Building Code-2019 edition;
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• The California Plumbing Code -2019 edition;
• The California Mechanical Code-2019 edition;
• The Los Angeles County Fire Code -2019 edition;
• The National Electric Code-2019 edition.
In cases where the provisions of the California Building Code, the City of
Lynwood Municipal Code, or the plans or specifications in these plans may
conflict, the more restrictive provisions shall govern.
46. Applicant/property owner must provide a copy of the permit card signed by all
departments prior to scheduling a final inspection.
PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
47. All matters and improvements shall be consistent with the ordinances, standards,
and procedures of the City's Development Standards, Engineering Procedures
and Standards, Water Standards, and Planting Standards of the Department of
Parks and Recreation.
48. Must comply with Storm Water Requirements during construction. All the
drainage design criteria shall be per the Los Angeles Flood Control District and
the City of Lynwood Standards, in case of a conflict, the City's Standards will
prevail.
49. All public works improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the latest
edition of the SPPWC Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction
("Green Book") and Lynwood City Standards, and to the satisfaction of the
Director of Public Works/City Engineer prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
50. Developer shall be responsible to meet all water requirements and guidelines of
the City of Lynwood Water Division, the Los Angeles County Health Department
and Los Angeles County Fire Department.
51. The provision of fire protection water systems, hydrants, and appropriate
easements shall be in conformance with the City of Lynwood and Los Angeles
County Fire Department. Proposed hydrant shall be installed per City of Lynwood
standards and allow adequate space for pedestrian access on existing sidewalk.
52. Control of dust shall be by sprinkling of water, use of approved dust
preventatives, modifications of operations or any other means acceptable to the
City Engineer, City of Lynwood, the Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB), the AQMD, and any Health or Environmental Control Agency having
jurisdiction over the area. The City Engineer shall have the authority to suspend
all construction operations if, in his opinion, the developer fails to adequately
provide for dust control.
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53. Comply with all Federal, State, and local agency requirements pertaining to the
Clean Water Act, which establishes regulations, set forth in the Countywide
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit.
54. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Construction and Demolition
Ordinance. Determination shall be made upon submittal of the project's cost
estimate to the Department of Public Works . Building permits and/or demolition
permits shall not be issued until developer/project owner contacts the
Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.
55. Grading or drainage plans shall be prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer to
the satisfaction of the Public Works Department /Engineering Division. Show all
existing and proposed driveways, curb & gutter, sidewalks, handicap ramps,
street trees, tree wells, street lights, street signs, power poles, fire hydrants, bus
stop furnishings, utility boxes, meters, traffic signal poles and cabinets, parkway
drains, etc. on the plans.
56 . Submit to this office a Geologist/Soils report signed by a Registered Soils
Engineer.
57. An encroachment permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site
improvements.
58. Secure and provide copy of sewer connection permit from Los Angeles County
Sanitation District at 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA (562) 698-7411.
59. Comply with the City's Storm Water Management Ordinance and SUSMP
requirements.
Pursuant to Section 14.13 of the City for Lynwood Municipal Code relating to the
control of pollutants carried by stormwater runoff, structural and/or treatment
control best management practices (BMP's); A maintenance agreement for the
Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) shall be signed by the
owner(s) and submitted to the Department of Public Works /Engineering
Division.
60. Developers shall pay all applicable development fees including drainage, sewer,
water and parkway trees prior to issuance of any building permits.
61. Provide an engineer's cost estimate for all public works improvements and pay
all plan-check fees in accordance with the latest fee schedule prior to plan
review.
62. Pay permit and inspection fees associated with this project in accordance with
the latest fee schedule at the time of permit issuance and inspection.
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63 . No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public
Works Dept. have been completed.
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
64. Review and approval by the County of Los Angeles Fire Department Fire
Prevention Engineering Section Building Plan Check Unit may be required for
this project prior to building permit issuance. Contact the County of Los Angeles
Fire Prevention Engineering Section Plan Check Office for specific review and
submittal requirements for this project at the following address.
County of Los Angeles Fire Department
Fire Prevention Engineering Section
Building Plan Check Office
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
(323) 890-4125
Nancy.Rodeheffer@fire.lacounty.gov
Public Notice Process
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65091, a public hearing notice has
been published in at least one newspaper of general circulation within the local agency.
As such, the notice was published in the Press Telegram on May 16, 2020. In addition,
the notice was posted at three (3) public locations, which included inside City Hall,
outside City Hall at the kiosk, and on the City's website.
ATTACHMENTS
A Location Map
B. Aerial Map
C. Draft Negative Declaration
D. Initial Study
E. Comments received to the draft Negative Declaration
F. Resolution No. 3417 and 3418
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C Draft Negative Declaration
CITY OF LYNWOOD
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, PLANNING
DIVISION
LYNWOOD CITY HALL
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
PROPOSED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
LEAD CITY AGENCY SPECIFIC PLAN OR SPECIAL DISTRICT
City of Lynwood Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan
PROJECT TITLE CASE NO.
EA No. 2019-06 CUP No. 2019-03, VAR No. 2020-01, SPR No. 2019-69
PROJECT LOCATION
3516, 3520 and 3532 E. Imperial Highway, Lynwood, CA 90262
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project proposes to construct, use and maintain a new 6,288 square foot automated car wash structure and demolish three-
(3), single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet utilized for a car dealership and one-(1) storage building. The new car wash
will consist of a single-story, 32-foot tall structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel, supporting equipment, lobby, office/cashier,
manager's office, a breakroom, restrooms, and 27 on-site parking stalls (two-(2) handicap and two-(2) employee stalls) with 24
of these stalls designated as customer drying/vacuum stations. The proposed daily hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The subject site consists of three-(3), rectangular shaped parcels totaling 37,500 square feet (0.86 acres), allowing C-2
(Light Commercial) uses, a General Plan designation of Commercial, and within "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" of the Lynwood
Transit Area Specific Plan.
The project will require a Conditional Use Permit for the subject car wash use, a Site Plan Review for the structure, and also
Zone Variance requests: 1) a reduced front yard setback and associated landscape buffer from 10 feet to four-(4) feet; and,
2) increased height for proposed wrought iron fencing within the front yard setback area from four-(4) feet to eight-(8) feet. A
Tentative Parcel Map filing may be necessary to merge three-(3) parcels into one-(1 ).
NAME AND ADDRESS OF APPLICANT IF OTHER THAN CITY AGENCY
Rob Shokry
1400 Van Nuys Avenue, Suite A
Gardena, CA 90249
FINDING:
!The City of Lynwood proposes to adopt an IS/NO for the above-referenced project. The IS/ND is based on the finding that
the project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment. The reasons to support such a finding are
documented in the Initial Study prepared by the City. (CONTINUED ON PAGE 2)
SEE ATTACHED SHEET(S) FOR ANY MITIGATION MEASURES IMPOSED. j
Any written comments received during the public review period are attached together with the response of the Lead
City Agency. The project decision-maker may adopt the negative declaration, amend it, or require mitigation or the
preparation of an EIR. Any changes made should be supported by substantial evidence in the record and appropriate
findings made.
THE INITIAL STUDY PREPARED FOR THIS PROJECT IS ATTACHED. I
NAME OF PERSON PREPARING THIS FORM TITLE TELEPHONE NUMBER
Karen Figueredo Planning Associate (310) 603-0220 x247 I
ADDRESS SIGNA~ DATE I
11330 Bullis Road -J?:M_ Yfi.J a;.~
Lynwood, CA 90262 <::: ~/~ )( ~ 5/19/2020
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LEAD CITY AGENCY:
City of Lynwood
D. Initial Study
CITY OF LYNWOOD
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
ROOM 395, CITY HALL
LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90012
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
INITIAL STUDY
and CHECKLIST
(CEQA Guidelines Section 15063)
I SPECIFIC PLAN OR SPECIAL DISTRICT I Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan
DATE:
05-20-2020
RESPONSIBLE AGENCIES: Planning Division
ENVIRONMENTAL CASE: RELATED CASES:
EA No. 2019-06 CUP No. 2019-03, VAR No. 2020-01, SPR No. 2019-69
PREVIOUS ACTIONS CASE NO.: 0 Does have significant changes from previous actions.
CUP No. 98-17 v Does NOT have significant changes from previous actions.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
NEW CONSTRUCTION, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF A PROPOSED NEW 6,288 SQUARE FOOT AUTOMATED CAR WASH
WITH 27 ON-SITE PARKING STALLS (24 CUSTOMER VACUUM AND DRYING STATIONS BAYS)
ENV PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The project proposes to construct, use and maintain a new 6,288 square foot automated car wash structure and demolish three-(3),
single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet utilized for a car dealership and one-(1) storage building. The new car wash will
consist of a single-story, 32-foot tall structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel, supporting equipment, lobby, office/cashier, manager's
office, a breakroom, restrooms, and 27 on-site parking stalls (two-(2) handicap and two-(2) employee stalls) with 24 of these stalls
designated as customer drying/vacuum stations. The proposed daily hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. The subject site
consists of three-(3), rectangular shaped parcels totaling 37,500 square feet (0.86 acres), allowing C-2 (Light Commercial) uses,
a General Plan designation of Commercial, and within "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" of the Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan.
The project will require a Conditional Use Permit for the subject car wash use, a Site Plan Review for the structure, and also
Zone Variance requests: 1) a reduced front yard setback and associated landscape buffer from 10 feet to four-(4) feet; and, 2)
increased height for proposed wrought iron fencing within the front yard setback area from four-(4) feet to eight-(8) feet. A
Tentative Parcel Map filing may be necessary to merge three-(3) parcels into one-(1 ).
ENVIRONMENTAL SETTINGS:
The project site is 37,500 square feet (0.86 acres) comprised of three-(3) lots within the Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan. All
three-(3) parcels are zoned "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" per the Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan (C-2 uses), a "Commercial"
general plan designation, and a frontage of 250 feet on the south side of East Imperial Highway.
Prior to filing, the project site was developed and presently maintains three-(3), single-story commercial structures and a storage
building with a vast majority of surface paved with limited landscaping areas. The applicant obtained a demolition permit from
the City's Building Division and no demolition activities have occurred to date.
Imperial Highway is a four-(4) lane roadway and is designated as a key "Arterial Street" according the City of Lynwood's General
Plan, fully improved with pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and may be subject to street dedication as determined by the
Department of Public Works.
Surrounding uses consist of multi-family units and commercial uses. The adjoining property to the north, across Imperial
Highway is a two-(2) story financial institution and associated surface parking in the C-2 zone. Adjoining the property directly to
the east, is a laundry mat and a surface parking area in the C-2 zone. The adjoining property to the south is improved with
several one-(1) and two-(2) story apartment buildings with detached garages in the R-3 zone. The adjoining property to the west
is improved with a one-(1) story convenience store and a one-(1) story ambulance/dispatching operation in the C-2 zone.
The subject site's Assessor Parcel Numbers are 6173-013-004, 005 and 006.
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PROJECT LOCATION: I 2800 E. Imperial Highway, Lynwood, CA 90262
LYNWOOD TRANSIT AREA SPECIFIC PLAN: PLANNING COMMISSION:
CORRIDOR MIXED-USE 2 CITY-WIDE I
STATUS:
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v I Does Conform to Plan ' I
D Does NOT Conform to Plan l
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EXISTING ZONING: MAX. DENSITY/INTENSITY l ALLOWED BY ZONING: CORRIDOR MIXED-USE 2 (C-2 Uses} N/A-NOT A RESIDENTIAL
PROJECT I
MAX. DENSITY/INTENSITY River Adjacent:
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE: ALLOWED BY PLAN NO
COMMERCIAL DESIGNATION: I
I N/A-NOT A RESIDENTIAL I PROJECT
PROPOSED PROJECT DENSITY: I
N/A J
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Determination (To Be Completed By Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
,r I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared.
0 I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a
significant effect in this case because revisions on the project have been made by or agreed to by the project
proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
0 I find the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required.
0 I find the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated"
impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document
pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on earlier
analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must
analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
0 I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all potentially
significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to
applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project, nothing
further is required.
Director of Community Development (310) 603-0220
Title Phone
Evaluation Of Environmental Impacts:
1. A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information
sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the
referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the project
falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific factors as
well as general standards (e.g., the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants based on a project-specific
screening analysis).
2. All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as
project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts.
3. Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then the checklist answers must indicate
whether the impact is potentially significant, less that significant with mitigation, or less than significant. "Potentially Significant
Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one or more "Potentially
Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required.
4. "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of a mitigation
measure has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to "Less Than Significant Impact." The lead agency must
describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation
measures from "Earlier Analyses," as described in (5) below, may be cross-referenced).
5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been
adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR, or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should
identify the following:
a. Earlier Analysis Used. Identify and state where they are available for review.
b. Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately
analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by
mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis.
c. Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures Incorporated," describe the
mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address
site-specific conditions for the project.
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6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (e.g.,
general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate,
include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated.
7. Supporting Information Sources: A sources list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be
cited in the discussion.
8. This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however, lead agencies should normally
address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a project's environmental effects in whatever format is selected.
9. The explanation of each issue should identify:
a. The significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b. The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significance.
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Environmental Factors Potentially Affected:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a
"Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
---D AESTHETICS 0 GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
0 AGRICULTURE AND FOREST D HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS
RESOURCES MATERIALS
D AIR QUALITY D HYDROLOGY AND WATER
D BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES QUALITY
D CULTURAL RESOURCES D LAND USE AND PLANNING
D MINERAL RESOURCES D ENERGY B NOISE 0 GEOLOGY AND SOILS POPULATION AND HOUSING
INITIAL STUDY CHECKLIST (TobecompretedbytheleadcrtyAgencvl
Background
PROPONENT NAME:
Rob Shokry
APPLICANT ADDRESS:
1400 Van Nuys Avenue, Suite A
Gardena, CA 90249
AGENCY REQUIRING CHECKLIST:
City of Lynwood Planning Division
PROPOSAL NAME (if Applicable):
ROCKETBLU/ LYNWOOD EXPRESS CARWASH
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D PUBLIC SERVICES
D RECREATION
D TRANSPORTATION
D TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES
D UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
D WILDFIRE
D MANDATORY FINDINGS OF
SIGNIFICANCE
PHONE NUMBER:
(310) 748-2800
DATE
SUBMITTED:
11/14/2019
Potentially
Potentially significant Less than No impact
significant unless mitigation significant
impact incorporated impact
I. AESTHETICS-Except as provided in Public Resources Code Section 21099, would the project:
a. Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic vista? v
b. Substantially damage scenic resources, including, but not limited to, trees, v rock outcroppings, and historic buildings within a state scenic highway?
c. In non urbanized areas, substantially degrade the existing visual character or v quality of public views of the site and its surroundings? (Public views are those
that are experienced from publicly accessible vantage point). If the project is in
on urbanized area, would tho project conflict with applicable zoning and other
regulations governing scenic quality?
d. Create a new source of substantial light or glare which would adversely affect ,
day or nighttime views in the area?
II. AGRICULTURE AND FOREST RESOURCES-In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects,
lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of
Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest resources,
including timberland, are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to information compiled by the California Department of Forestry
and Fire Protection regarding the state's inventory of forest land, including the Forest and Range Assessment Project and the Forest Legacy
Assessment project; and forest carbon measurement methodology provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California Air Resources Board.
Would the project:
a. Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland of Statewide
Importance (Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the
,
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources
Agency, to nonagricultural use?
b. Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use, or a Williamson Act contract? v
c. Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause rezoning of, forest land (as defined
in Public Resources Code section 12220(g)), timberland (as defined by Public v
Resources Code section 4526), or timberland zoned Timberland Production
(as defined by Government Code section 51104(g))?
d. Result in the loss of forest land or conversion of forest land to non-forest use? v
e. Involve other changes in the existing environment which, due to their location v or nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to non-agricultural use or
conversion of forest land to non-forest use?
Ill. AIR QUALITY -Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management district or air pollution control
district may be relied upon to make the followil}g determinations. Would the project:
a. Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan? v
b. Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for v which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state
ambient air quality standard?
c. Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations? v
d. Result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting v a substantial number of people?
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES-Would the project:
a. Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or through habitat v modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special
status species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the
California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
b. Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian habitat or other sensitive v natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations or
by the California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife
Service?
c. Have a substantial adverse effect on state or federally protected wetlands v (including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool, coastal, etc.) through direct
removal, filling, hydrological interruption, or other means?
d. Interfere substantially with the movement of any native resident or migratory v fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife
corridors, or impede the use of native wildlife nursery sites?
e. Conflict with any local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, v such as a tree preservation policy or ordinance?
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Potentially significant Less than No impact significant unless mitigation significant
impact incorporated impact
f. Conflict with the provisions of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural v Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state
habitat conservation plan?
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES-Would the project:
a. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical ,
resource pursuant to § 15064.5?
b. Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological
resource pursuant to § 15064.5? v
c. Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of formal
cemeteries? v
lVI. ENERGY-Would the project:
a. Result in potentially significant environmental impact due to wasteful,
inefficient, or unnecessary consumption of energy resources, during project v
construction or operation?
b. Conflict with or obstruct a state or local plan for renewable energy or energy v efficiency?
VII. GEOLOGY AND SOILS-Would the project:
a. Directly or indirectly cause potential substantial adverse effects, including the v risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
I) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as delineated on the most recent
~lquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map, issued by the State Geologist for
,
the area or based on other substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to
Division of Mines and Geol()gy_ S_pecial Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? v
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including liquefaction? v
iv) Landslides? ,
b. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of topsoil? v
c. Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is unstable, or' that would become v unstable as a result of the project, and potentially result in on-or off-site
landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d. Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table 18-1-B of the Uniform v Building Code (1994), creating substantial direct or indirect risks to life or
property?
e. Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the use of septic tanks or v alternative waste water disposal systems where sewers are not available for
the disposal of waste water?
f. Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or v unique geologic feature?
VIII. GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSIONS-Would the project:
a. Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may ,
have a significant impact on the environment?
b. Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or regulation adopted for the purpose v of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases?
IX. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS-Would the project:
a. Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the v routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials?
b. Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through v reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of
hazardous materials into the environment?
c. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely hazardous v materials, substances, or waste within one-quarter mile of an existing or
proposed school?
d. Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites v compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result,
would it create a significant hazard to the public or the environment?
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Potentially significant Less than No impact
significant unless mitigation significant
impact incorporated impact
e. For a project located within an airport land use plan or, where such a plan has v not been adopted, within two miles of a public airport or public use airport,
would the project result in a safety hazard or excessive noise for people
residing or working in the project area?
f. Impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency v
response plan or emergency evacuation plan?
g. Expose people or structures, either directly or indirectly, to a significant risk of v loss, injury or death involving wildland fires?
X. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY-Would the project:
a. Violate any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements or v otherwise substantially degrade surface or ground water quality?
b. Substantially decrease groundwater supplies or interfere substantially with
groundwater recharge such that the project may impede sustainable v
groundwater management of the basin?
c. Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of the site or area, including v
through the alteration of the course of a stream or river or through the addition
of impervious surfaces, in a manner which would:
i) result in a substantial erosion or siltation on-or off-site; ,;
ii) substantially increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a manner ,;
which would result in flooding on-or offsite;
iii) create or contribute runoff water which would exceed the capacity of v existing or planned stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial
additional sources of polluted runoff; or
iv) impede or redirect flood flows? v
d. In flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones, risk release of pollutants due to ,;
project inundation?
e. Conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water quality control plan or v sustainable groundwater management plan?
XI. LAND USE AND PLANNING -Would the project:
a. Physically divide an established community? ,;
b. Cause a significant environmental impact due to a conflict with any land use v plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an
environmental effect?
XII. MINERAL RESOURCES -Would the project:
a. Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource that would be of v value to the region and the residents of the state?
b. Result in the loss of availability of a locally important mineral resource v recovery site delineated on a local general plan, specific plan or other land
use plan?
XIII. NOISE -Would the project:
a. Generation of a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient
noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in v
the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other
agencies?
b. Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels? v
c. For a project located within the vicinity of a private airstrip or an airport land ,;
use plan or, where such a plan has not been adopted, within two miles of a
public airport or public use airport, would the project expose people residing
or working in the project area to excessive noise levels?
XIV. POPULATION AND HOUSING-Would the project:
a. Induce substantial unplanned population growth in an area, either directly (for
example, by proposing new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for example, v
through extension of roads or other infrastructure)?
b. Displace substantial numbers of existing people or housing, necessitating the v construction of replacement housing elsewhere?
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Potentially significant Less than No impact significant unless mitigation significant
Impact incorporated Impact
XV. PUBUC SERVICES-Would the project
a. Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated v with the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for
new or physically altered governmental facilities, the construction of which
could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable
service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of the
public services:
Fire protection? v
Police protection? _..,
Schools? v
Parks? v
Other public facilities? v
XVI. RECREATION
a. Would the project increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional ..,
parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical
deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated?
b. Does the project include recreational facilities or require the construction or v expansion of recreational facilities which might have an adverse physical
effect on the environment?
XVII. TRANSPORTATION -Would the project:
a. Conflict with a program, plan, ordinance or policy addressing the circulation v system, including transit, roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities?
b. Conflict or be inconsistent with CEQA Guidelines§ 15064.3, subdivision (b)? v
c. Substantially increase hazards due to a geometric design feature (e.g., sharp v curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
equipment)?
d. Result in inadequate emergency access? v
XVIII. TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES-Would the project cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource,
defined in Public Resources Code§ 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and
scope of the landsc~e. sacred _mace, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, and that is:
i) Listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources, ..,
or in a local register of historical resources as defined in Public Resources
Code section 5020.1 (k), or
ii) A resource determined by the lead agency, in its discretion and supported ..,
by substantial evidence, to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in
subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code § 5024.1. In applying the criteria set
forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resource Code § 5024.1, the lead agency
shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American
tribe.
XIX. UTILITIES & SERVICE SYSTEMS-Would the project:
a. Require or result in the relocation or construction of new or expanded water, v wastewater treatment or storm water drainage, electric power, natural gas, or
telecommunications facilities, the construction or relocation of which could
cause significant environmental effects?
b. Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the project and reasonably v foreseeable future development during normal, dry and multiple dry years?
c. Result in a determination by the waste water treatment provider, which serves v or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project's
projected demand in addition to the provider's existing commitments?
d. Generate solid waste in excess of state or local standards, or in excess of the v capacity of local infrastructure, or otherwise impair the attainment of solid
waste reduction goals?
e. ) Comply with federal, state, and local management and reduction statutes v and regulations related to solid waste?
XX. WILDFIRE -If located in or near state responsibility areas or lands classified as very high fire hazard severity zones, would the project:
a. Substantially impair an adopted emergency response plan or emergency v evacuation plan?
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b. Due to slope, prevailing winds, and other factors, exacerbate wildfire risks,
and thereby expose project occupants to pollutant concentrations from a v
wildfire or the uncontrolled spread of a wildfire?
c. Require the installation or maintenance of associated infrastructure (such as
roads, fuel breaks, emergency water sources, power lines or other utilities) v
that may exacerbate fire risk or that may result in temporary or ongoing
impacts to the environment?
d. Expose people or structures to significant risks, including downslope or v downstream flooding or landslides, as a result of runoff, post-fire slope
instability, or drainage changes?
XXI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a. Does the project have the potential to substantially degrade the quality of the v environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species,
cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, substantially reduce the
number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or
eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or
prehistory?
b. Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively v considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental
effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the
effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of
probable future projects.)?
c. Does the project have environmental effects which will cause substantial v adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly?
Note: Authority cited: Sections 21083, 21083.05, Public Resources Code. Reference: Section 65088.4, Gov. Code; Sections 21080,
21083.05, 21095, Pub. Resources Code; Eureka Citizens for Responsible Govt. v. City of Eureka (2007) 147 Cai.App.4th 357; Protect
the Historic Amador Waterways v. Amador Water Agency (2004) 116 Cai.App.4th at 11 09; San Franciscans Upholding the Downtown
Plan v. City and County of San Francisco (2002) 102 Cai.App.4th 656.
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DISCUSSION OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION (Attach additional sheets it necessary)
The Environmental Impact Assessment includes the use of official City of Lynwood and other government source reference
materials related to various environmental impact categories (e.g., Hydrology, Air Quality, Biology, Cultural Resources, etc.). The State
of California, Department of Conservation, Division of Mines and Geology-Seismic Hazard Maps and reports, are used to identify
potential future significant seismic events; including probable magnitudes, liquefaction, and landslide hazards. Based on applicant
information provided in the Master Land Use Application and Environmental Assessment Form, impact evaluations were based on
stated facts contained therein, including but not limited to, reference materials indicated above, field investigation of the project site,
and any other reliable reference materials known at the time.
Project specific impacts were evaluated based on all relevant facts indicated in the Environmental Assessment Form and expressed
through the applicant's project description and supportive materials. Both the Initial Study Checklist and Checklist Explanations, in
conjunction with the City of Lynwood's application of CEQA Guidelines, were used to reach reasonable conclusions on environmental
impacts as mandated under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The project as identified in the project description and that no substantial evidence was found that the project or any of its aspects
would cause a significant effect on the environment, thereby qualifying the project for a negative declaration (Friends of B Street v. City of
Hayward (1980) 106 Cal. App. 3d 988).
Therefore, this environmental analysis concludes that a Negative Declaration as the impacts created by the project do not require
any mitigation measures and/or conditions and do not exceed a level of less than significant. The environmental case file known as
EA No. 2019-06 and the associated case(s), CUP No. 2019-03, VAR No. 2020-01, and SPR No. 2019-69. Finally, based on the fact
that the project impacts do not exceed the threshold of less than significant, and based on the findings and thresholds for Mandatory
Findings of Significance as described in the California Environmental Quality Act, section 15065, the overall project impact(s) on the
environment will not:
• Substantially degrade environmental quality.
• Substantially reduce fish or wildlife habitat.
• Cause a fish or wildlife habitat to drop below self sustaining levels.
• Threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community.
• Reduce number, or restrict range of a rare, threatened, or endangered species.
• Eliminate important examples of major periods of California history or prehistory.
• Achieve short-term goals to the disadvantage of long-term goals.
• Result in environmental effects that are individually limited but cumulatively considerable.
• Result in environmental effects that will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
All supporting documents and references are contained in the Environmental Case File referenced above and may be viewed in the
Planning Division of Lynwood City Hall.
For City information, addresses and phone numbers: visit the City's website athttp://lynwood.ca.us/; Departments ; Community
Development; Building, Safety and Planning ; or Planning Division, City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262
Public Works Department Information and contact information -http://lynwood.ca.us/public-works/# or City's main website
under Departments; Public Works.
PREPARED BY: TITLE: TELEPHONE NO.: DATE:
Karen Figueredo Planning Associate (310) 603-0220 x247 05/20/2020
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APPENDIX A: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS EXPLANATION TABLE
I. AESTHETICS
a. NO IMPACT The project site is not located within or
near any known scenic vista. No impact is
anticipated.
b. NO IMPACT The project site is in a developed urban
area and not located on land or an area
containing natural or structurally scenic
resources. No impact is anticipated.
c. NO IMPACT The subject site is within a nonurbanized
area, but will not substantially degrade
the existing visual character or quality of
public views of the site and its
surroundings. Public views are not being
further impacted. The project conflict with
applicable zoning and other regulations
governing scenic quality. No impact is
anticipated.
d. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project proposes a source of light
and glare and does not exceed a level
beyond what presently exists (dealership
use and a storage building-three-(3)
structures). The construction materials
utilized and latest lighting technology will
fully address potential impacts and no
mitigation measures are required. Any
potential impacts will be less than
significant.
II . AGRICULTURE AND FOREST RESOURCES
a. NO IMPACT The project site is located in a developed
urban area, is not used for agricultural
uses, and is zoned for light commercial
uses. There is no farmland or agricultural
or forest uses on or in proximity to the
site. No impact will occur.
b. NO IMPACT The project site is located in a developed
urban area, is not used for agricultural
uses and is zoned light commercial uses.
There is no farmland or agricultural or
forest uses on or in proximity to the site.
No impact will occur.
c. NO IMPACT The project site is located in a developed
urban area, is not used for agricultural
uses and is zoned light commercial uses.
There is no farmland or agricultural or
forest uses on or in proximity to the site.
No impact will occur.
d. NO IMPACT The project site is located in a developed
urban area, is not used for agricultural
uses and is zoned light commercial uses.
There is no farmland or agricultural or
forest uses on or in proximity to the site.
No impact will occur.
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e. NO IMPACT
Ill. AIR QUALITY
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
c. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
d. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
a. NO IMPACT
b. NO IMPACT
c. NO IMPACT
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The project site is located in a developed
urban area, is not used for agricultural
uses and is zoned light commercial uses.
There is no farmland or agricultural or
forest uses on or in proximity to the site.
No impact will occur.
The project will not conflict with or
obstruct any air quality plan. The project
has the potential to contribute to a
reduction in air quality by generating
additional trips to the site; however, it
does not reach the established threshold
of potential significance for air quality per
the SCAQMD. Impacts will be less than
significant.
The project is not expected to result in
any air quality violations. The project has
the potential to contribute to a reduction
in air quality by generating additional trips
to the site; however, the impacts do not
reach a net increase level affecting any
applicable federal or state standards.
Impacts will be less than significant.
The project is not expected to cause any
substantial pollutant concentrations
exposing sensitive receptors. Impacts will
be less than significant.
The construction phase will be closely
monitored by the applicant and various
city departments and any affects (odors as
well as other construction and operational
activities) to the public are considered less
than significant.
The project site is within an urbanized
area, and does not contain any known
candidate, sensitive, or special status
species. No impact will result.
The project site does not contain any
riparian habitat or other identified
sensitive natural communities. No impact
will result.
The project site does not contain any
wetlands. No impact will result.
Mitigation
Measures
Impact?
d. NO IMPACT
e. NO IMPACT
f. NO IMPACT
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES
a. NO IMPACT
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
c. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
VI. ENERGY
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
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The project site is not within or near any
locations that would affect the movement
of any native resident or migratory fish or
wildlife species or have any affect upon
(established or migratory) native resident,
wildlife corridors, or native wildlife nursery
locations. No impact will result.
No protected trees or tree preservations
policies/ordinances protecting biological
resources are affected and no impacts to
this category exist. No impact will result.
The project site is not located in or near
the area of an adopted Habitat
Conservation Plan or other approved
habitat conservation plan. No impact will
result.
The subject site does not contain any
historical resources pursuant to
§15064.5. No impact will result.
The project is not located on a site with
any known archaeological resources
pursuant to § 15064.5; however, the
applicant shall abide by current law if
archaeological resources are discovered
during grading or construction.
Therefore, impacts will be less than
significant.
The project is not located on a site with
any known paleontological resources,
including those interred outside of formal
cemeteries; however, the applicant shall
abide by current law if paleontological
resources are discovered during grading
or construction. Therefore, impacts will be
tess than significant.
The projects will result in a minimal
increase in the consumption or energy, but
have no affects to being wasteful or
inefficient in its operations. The car wash
facility is new and state-of-the-art and is
not anticipated to rise to a level of less
than significant. Therefore, impacts will be
less than significant.
Mitigation
Measures
Impact?
b. NO IMPACT
VII. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
i. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
ii. NO IMPACT
iii. NO IMPACT
iv. NO IMPACT
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The proposed use will not conflict with any
state or local plan associated with energy
resources for both the development and
operations of the new car wash. No
impact will result.
The project will not result in any significant
(directly or indirectly) cause of any
potential or substantial adverse effects
that include risks of loss, injury or even
death. The proposed structure is pre-
manufactured building that complies the
latest in building standards and codes.
Any potential impacts are considered less
than significant.
The site might be subject to strong
ground shaking and the project has taken
this possibility in account by
incorporating seismic measures into the
design of project. The potential impact is
satisfactorily addressed and any potential
impacts are considered to be at a less
than significant level for this category.
The subject site is located in an area not
known to have historically significant
seismic activity. The subject project is a
being develop with a single-story, state-
of-the-art structure and no impacts are
anticipated to result.
The subject site is considered to be
located within a liquefaction zone and the
proposed structure will be developed to
offset any potential impacts. No impact
will result.
The subject site is not upon land subject
to landslides and no impacts are
anticipated.
Mitigation
Measures
Mitigation
Impact? Explanation Measures
b. NO IMPACT No soil erosion or loss topsoil will result.
No impact will result.
c. NO IMPACT The project site is not located in a
liquefaction prone area. No impact will
result.
d. NO IMPACT The projer.t site i" not located in a area
known to have expansive soils. No
impact will result.
e. NO IMPACT The project will be serviced by a city
sewer system and no septic tank or
alternative waste water disposal system
will utilized or proposed. No impact will
result.
f. NO IMPACT The project will have affect
(directly or indirectly) a
paleontological resource or site or
unique geologic feature. No
impact will result.
VIII. GREEN HOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Presently, the City of Lynwood is
developing methodologies and
inventories for quantifying greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions and evaluating
various strategies and mitigation
measures to determine the most effective
course of action to meet the State goals
as set forth under AB32. A project's
consistency with the implementing
programs and regulations to achieve the
statewide greenhouse gas emission
reduction goals established under AB32
cannot be evaluated explicitly because
they are still under development.
However, the State of California has
required that GHG emissions be reduced
to 1990 levels. The proposed
construction of a car wash is not
expected to significantly increase the
emission of GHG during construction and
operation phases of the project.
Therefore, impacts will be less than
significant.
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b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Presently, the City of Lynwood is
developing methodologies and
inventories for quantifying greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions and evaluating
various strategies and mitigation
measures to determine the most effective
course of action to meet the State goals
as set forth under AB32. A project's
consistency with the implementing
programs and regulations to achieve the
statewide greenhouse gas emission
reduction goals established under AB32
cannot be evaluated explicitly because
they are still under development.
However, the State of California has
required that GHG emissions be reduced
to 1990 levels. The proposed
construction of a car wash is not
expected to significantly increase the
emission of GHG during construction and
operation phases of the project.
Therefore, impacts will be less than
significant.
IX. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
a. NO IMPACT No hazardous materials are proposed to
be routinely transported, used, or
disposed of as a part of the project. No
impact will result.
b. NO IMPACT The project site is not located a Methane
Zone, and no hazardous materials are
proposed to be routinely transported,
used, or disposed of as a part of the
project. No impact will result.
c. NO IMPACT The project site is not located with 1/2
mile of a school, and hazardous emissions
or the handling of hazardous materials,
substances or waste is not anticipated.
No impact will result.
d. NO IMPACT The project site is not included on a list of
known hazardous materials sites. No
impact will result.
e. NO IMPACT The project site is not located within an
airport land use plan or within two miles of
any public airport. No impact will result.
f. NO IMPACT The project site is not located within two
miles of any private airstrip. No impact will
result.
g. NO IMPACT The project will not impair the
implementation of or interfere with an
emergency response or evacuation plan.
Construction plans will be reviewed by the
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Building Division as well as the LA County
Fire Department. No impact will result.
X. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The proposed project is not anticipated to
violate any water quality or waste
discharge requirements. The project does
not involve a process that would result in
a point source discharge to a receiving
water body nor is the project anticipated
to create conditions, which may result in
soil erosion, sediment runoff or nonpoint
sources of contamination. Impacts will be
less than significant.
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT While the project is not anticipated to
violate any water quality or waste
discharge requirements, it may generate
polluted runoff during its construction
phase. However, the project will be
required to comply with Low Impact
Development requirements, which will
reduce any impacts to a less than
significant level.
c. NO IMPACT While the existing drainage pattern of the
site may change, it will not cause
substantial erosion or siltation on-or
off-site, and the project will be required to
comply with Lynwood Municipal Code
requirements. No impact will result.
i. NOIMP/\CT No substnntial erosion or siltation is
anticipated or will result. No impact will
result.
ii. NO IMPACT The site fully paved and increased rate of
surface runoff is anticipated. No impact
will result.
iii. NO IMPACT The proposed project is not anticipated to
create or contribute to runoff water that
would exceed the capacity of any existing
or planned stormwater discharge systems
or provide substantial additional sources
of polluted runoff. No impact will result.
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iv. NO IMPACT While the existing drainage pattern of the
site may change, it will not cause
substantial erosion or siltation on-or
off-site, and the project will be required to
comply with L.A.M.C. Section 64. 70,
which will reduce any impacts to a less
than significant level.
d. NO IMPACT The subject site is not within a 100 year
flood zone. No impact will result.
e. NO IMPACT The project does not conflict with or
obstruct implementation of a water quality
control plan or sustainable groundwater
management plan. No impact will result.
XI. LAND USE AND PLANNING
a. NO IMPACT The project is in a location that is
surrounded by similar uses. It will not
divide an established community. No
impact will result.
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The Lynwood Municipal Code requires
specific entitlements to allow the
proposed project, which the project is
seeking through this request. With the
approval of the requested entitlements,
the project will be in conformance with
the Lynwood Municipal Code and all
applicable land use regulations, and
impacts will be less than significant.
XII. MINERAL RESOURCES
a. NO IMPACT No impacts are anticipated as the site is
not located in a known area of mineral
resources.
b. NO IMPACT No impacts are anticipated as the site is
not located in a known area of mineral
resources.
XIII. NOISE
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Exposure to high levels of noise may
occur during the construction & operation
phases of the project. The potential
impacts are considered less than
significant.
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b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project is not expected to create
significant groundbourne noise for both its
construction & operational phases.
The potential impacts are considered less
than significant.
c. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project is not located within the
vicinity or within 2 miles of an airport or
private airstrip. No impact will result.
XIV. POPULATION AND HOUSING
a. NO IMPACT The project proposes a car wash and is a
permitted use with an approved
conditionai use permit. No impacts will
result.
b. NO IMPACT The project will not displace anyone
which would thereby necessitate the
construction of housing or any
replacement housing.
XV. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The potential impacts to this overall
category range between no impact and a
less than significant impact as described
below.
Fire protection? -NO IMPACT The Los Angeles County Fire Department
will review the project and impose any
necessary, standard conditions. The
potential impacts are considered less
than significant.
Police protection? -LESS THAN The project site will be served by the Los
SIGNIFICANT IMPACT Angeles County Sheriffs Department. The
level of service for police is not increase.
The potential impacts are considered less
than significant.
Schools? -NO IMPACT The project will not have an impact upon
schools. No impacts will result.
Parks? -NO IMPACT The project does not affect park or
recreational uses. No impacts will result.
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Other public facilities? -NO IMPACT The project does not propose new
development reaching a threshold likely to
generate any significant demand for other
types of public facilities. No impacts will
result.
XVI. RECREATION
a. NO IMPACT The proposed project will not increase the
use of existing neighborhood and regional
parks. No impacts will result.
b. NO IMPACT The proposed project does not include
recreational facilities onsite. No impacts
will result.
XVII. TRANSPORTATION
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The proposed project does not
substantially not conflict with any program,
plan, ordinance or policy addressing the
circulation system (including transit,
roadway, bicycle and pedestrian facilities).
As a result, the potential impacts are
considered less than significant.
b. NO IMPACT !The proposed project does not conflict or
Is inconsistent with any CEQA Guidelines
delineated in SS 15063.2, Subdivision (b).
No impacts will result.
c. NO IMPACT The project will not in any way affect air
traffic patterns in the area. No impact will
occur.
d. NO IMPACT The project does not affect emergency
access. No impacts will result.
XVIII. TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES
I. NO IMPACT The project site is not listed in any
Historical Resources or in local register of
historical resources as defined in Public
Resources Code section 5020.1 (k). No
impacts will result.
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ii. NO IMPACT The project site does not have any affects
upon the criteria! of this resources
section. No impacts will result.
XIX. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
a. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project is well served by the City's
existing infrRstruc:turA system and local
utility providers. As a result, the
anticipated impacts will be less than
significant.
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT It has been determined by the Lynwood
Public Works Department that the project
can be supplied with water from
purchased Central Basin Municipal Water
District (CBMWD), subject to the City of
Lynwood's Urban Water Management
Plan and upon payment of regular service
connection charges. All required water
mains have been installed. As a result, the
anticipated impacts will be less than
significant.
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c. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
d. NO IMPACT
e. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
XX. WILDFIRE
a. NO IMPACT
b. NO IMPACT
c. NO IMPACT
d. NO IMPACT
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It has been determined by the Lynwood
Public Works Department that no
potential problems to existing
sewer/storm drain lines or potential
maintenance problems will be caused by
the project. Impacts will be less than
significant.
The project does not have the potential to
increase the amount of solid waste going
to landfills and could have a cumulative
impact on the City's waste disposal
capacity. No impacts will result.
The project as proposed will be in
compliance with state, federal, and local
statutes and regulations related to solid
waste. Impacts will be less than
significant.
The project does not have the potential
impairing any adopted emergency
response plan or emergency evacuation
plan. No impact will result.
The single-story design of the project
and code-compliant construction will
be affect by slope, prevailing winds,
and other factors or exacerbated by
wildfire risks No impact will result.
The project will require the installation
or maintenance of associated
infrastructure (such as roads, fuel
breaks, emergency water sources,
power lines or other utilities) that would
exacerbate fire risk or the in temporary
or ongoing impacts to the environment.
No impact will result.
The project will not expose people or
structures to significant risks that
would include downslope or
downstream flooding or landslides, as
a result of runoff, post-fire slope
instability, or drainage changes. No
impact will result.
Mitigation
Measures
Mitigation
Impact? Explanation Measures
XXI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a. NO IMPACT The proposed project does not have the
potential to significantly degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially
reduce the habitat of fish or wildlife
species, or threaten to eliminate a plant
animal community. The project is located
in a developed, urbanized area, will not
disrupt or hinder any known habitats, and
is not a recognized cultural or historical
resource. No impact will result.
b. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The surrounding properties are all
medium density residential and
commericial in nature, and there are no
known current or future projects in the
immediate vicinity that, in conjunction
with this proposed project, would result in
cumulatively significant environmental
impacts. Any project impacts that are
individually limited but could be
cumulatively considerable do not rise to a
level that is considered less than
significant level.
c. LESS THAN SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The project as a whole will not rise to a
level that would affect human beings to
a level above less than significant level.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA-CALIFORNIA STATE TRANSPORTATION AGENCY
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT AT ION
DISTRICT 7 -Office of Regional Planning
100 S. MAIN STREET, MS 16
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
PHONE (213) 897-0475
FAX (213) 897-1337
TTY 711
www.dot.ca.gov
May 28, 2020
Karen Figueredo
City of Lynwood Planning Division
11330 Bullis Road
Lynwood, CA 90262
Dear Karen Figueredo:
E. Comments received to the Draft ND
Gavin Newsom. Goyemor
Making Conservation
a California Way of Life.
RE: Rocketblu/Lynwood Express Car Wash -
Negative Declaration (NO)
SCH # 2020050412
GTS # 07-LA-2020-03267
Vic. LA-105/PM: R11.549
Thank you for including the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in the environmental review
process for the above referenced NO. The project proposes to construct a new 6,288 square foot
automated car wash structure and demolish three, single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet. The
City of Lynwood is the Lead Agency under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The project is located approximately 2,000 feet away from Interstate 105 in Lynwood. However, from
reviewing the NO, Caltrans does not expect project approval to result in a direct adverse impact to the
existing State transportation facilities.
As a reminder, any transportation of heavy construction equipment and/or materials which requires use
of oversized-transport vehicles on State highways will need a Caltrans transportation permit. Caltrans
recommends that the project limit construction traffic to off-peak periods to minimize the potential impact
on State facilities. If construction traffic is expected to cause delays on any State facilities, please submit
a construction traffic control plan detailing these delays for Caltrans' review.
If you have any questions about these comments, please contact Emily Gibson, the project coordinator,
at Emily.Gibson@dot.ca.gov, and refer to GTS # 07-LA-2020-03267.
Sincerely,
MIYA EDMONSON
IGRICEQA Branch Chief
cc: Scott Morgan, State Clearinghouse
"Provide a safe, sustainable, integrated and efficient transportation system
to enhance California's economy and livability"
F. Resolution No. 3417 and 3418
RESOLUTION NO. 3417
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2019-03 TO ALLOW
AN AUTOMATED CAR WASH USE ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3516-3532 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL
NUMBER 6173-013-004, 005 AND 006) WITHIN THE LYNWOOD
TRANSIT AREA SPECIFIC PLAN.
WHEREAS, the Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit No.
2019-03 (''CUP'') to allow an automated car wash at 3516-3532 East Imperial Highway,
further described as Assessor's Parcel Number 6173-013-004, 005 and 006 (''Property'') in
the Transit Specific Plan Area land use designation of "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" and zoned
as "Commercial" (''Project''); and
WHEREAS, the Project includes a new 6,288 square foot automated car wash
structure and will demolish three-(3), single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet
utilized for a car dealership and a storage building. The new car wash will consist of a
single-story, 32 foot tall structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel, supporting equipment,
lobby, office/cashier, manager's office, a breakroom, restrooms, and 27 on-site parking
stalls (two-(2) handicapped and two-(2) employee stalls) of which 25 of these stalls
designated as customer drying/vacuum stations.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of
Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, sections: 15063 of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) guidelines, the project completed an Initial Study review and a Negative
Declaration (ND) completed pursuant to Section 15064(f)(3) of CEQA guidelines. The
impacts associated with a Negative Declaration was prepared as the conclusions of the
Initial Study determined that the project could not have a significant effect on the
environment.
WHEREAS, on June 9, 2020, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony related to Conditional
Use Permit No. 2019-03; and
WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission has sufficiently considered all
testimony presented to them in order to make the following determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Lynwood as follows:
SECTION 1. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby finds and determines
as follows:
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A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the general plan,
The project site is designated in the General Plan as Commercial and on the
zoning map as a Light Commercial (C-2) zone, which conditionally permits a car
wash use. Goal LU-2 of the City's General Plan requires the City plan for a
range of commercial sites that serve the needs of the community. The proposed
car wash use requires a CUP and the approval of this entitlement request would
provide an additional service option to those living, working, and visiting the City
of Lynwood. Further points that support how the proposed CUP is consistent
with the City's General Plan include the subject site's history of maintaining
commercial uses. Therefore, based upon the above findings, the subject CUP is
consistent with the General Plan.
B. That the nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings and
structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be
materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building, or structures;
The proposed car wash will not be materially detrimental to any adjacent uses,
buildings, or structures in the immediate vicinity of the subject site due to
safeguards set in-place by the conditions of approval listed within CUP No. 2019-
03. The proposed use is further safeguarded by the fact that the approved
project will be required to complete a City Building Division plan check review
and pass a series of progressive inspections to complete construction of the
project. The Building nivision review will ensure compliance with all Building
Division Codes. Furthermore, the approved car wash structure and overall site
improvements will be reviewed by, and require approval from, the Los Angeles
County Fire Department to ensure compliance with all current fire protection
codes as well.
The project is designed with car wash tunnels projecting away from sensitive,
residential receptors to the south and a lighting plan that shield light from spilling
over into adjoining properties. The applicant will also be required to maintain the
site free of graffiti as the CUP includes a condition that any graffiti placed within the
control of the operator be abated and painted to match the existing surface within
24 hours its placement. The operator will also be required to ensure that no
loitering occurs, at any time, to preserve a positive image of the community.
The conditions of approval required by the Planning Division, in conjunction with
the safeguards described above, have been developed and are intended to
mitigate any potential adverse impacts to the adjacent uses and ensure that all
construction and operational activities do not result in any adverse effects or
materially detrimental impacts to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures.
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C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate the use and buildings proposed;
The subject property is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the
conditionally permitted car wash use. The site is approximately 37,500 square
feet in area and the proposed car wash will be a 6,288 square foot structure,
which will consist of a single-story structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel,
supporting equipment, lobby, office/cashier, manager's office, a breakroom,
restrooms, and 27 on-site parking stalls of the 27 on-site parking stalls, two (2)
stalls will be designated as handicapped with both of them having a
drying/vacuum stations, two (2) stalls will be designated as employee parking
and 23 stalls will be designated as customer drying/vacuum stations.
The car wash design meets on-site vehicle circulation requirements and will have
more than sufficient egress and ingress to the entire property in compliance with
all City Engineer requirements.
As a result, the subject site's characteristics (size and shape) are more than
sufficient and appropriate to accommodate the proposed car wash use and the
proposed structure.
D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development
standards of the zoning district; and
The Applicant's CUP request complies with all applicable development standards
established by the City's zoning code and the Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan
"Corridor Mixed-Use 2", specifically meeting and exceeding parking requirements,
landscaping requirements, building height, and building setbacks. The project is
requesting two (2) Major Zone Variance requests, which includes a reduction of the
front yard setback/private property landscape buffer to allow compliance with
parking lot driveway width access dimensions and increased fence height for
improved site security. These two (2) Major Zone Variance requests will be
reviewed and considered on their own merits by a separate set of findings.
Based upon the supporting facts, a finding is confirmed in the positive that the
proposed condition use complies with all applicable development standards
associated with site's underlying zoning and requirements of the specific plan.
E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this zoning
code;
The construction of a new car wash use observes the spirit and intent of the
Zoning Code and the requirements of Lynwood Transit Area Specific Plan. The
project site has three (3) single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet, which
are presently utilized for a car dealership and an accessory storage building. All
existing structures will be demolished to develop the car wash use. The new car
wash use will be consistent and more in observance with updated specific plan
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and respective zoning code regulations; thereby, in greater observance of the
spirit and intent of the zoning code. Some of the more compliant aspects of the
project include the creation and development of an attractive streetscape design
that creates a sense of place and positive identity as required by the goals and
objectives of the Lynwood Zoning Code and the Lynwood Transit Area Specific
Plan "Corridor Mixed-Use 2" guidelines.
As such, the proposed conditional use will result in a project that observes the
spirit and intent of the City's zoning code.
SECTION 2. Based on the above recitals, the staff report accompanying this
Resolution, and public comment, the Planning Commission hereby finds Conditional Use
Permit No. 2019-03 is consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the land use
element, land use plan, and housing element of the City's general plan and that the
proposed automated car wash will not adversely affect surrounding properties and
approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-03.
SECTION 3. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby approves Conditional
Use Permit No. 2019-03 to allow an automated car wash at 3516-3532 East Imperial
Highway (Assessor's Parcel Number 6173-013-004, 005 and 006) subject to the following
conditions:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-PLANNING DIVISION
1. The Project shall comply with all City of Lynwood Municipal Code, Calirornia
Building Code, Los Angeles County Fire Code and applicable State of California
and Federal regulations and shall comply with requirements of City of Lynwood
Departments.
2. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall sign a Statement of
Acceptance that states he/she has read, understands and agrees to all
Conditions of this approval and that acceptance of these Conditions waives any
challenge as to the validity of these Conditions.
3. Development of the Project shall substantially conform to the Project depicted on
the approved Site Plan and Elevations on file stamped June 9, 2020, unless
otherwise amended by these Conditions of Approval. Said amendment shall
apply to compliance with City of Lynwood Residential Design Guidelines. Any
subsequent modification of the Project site or structures thereon shall first be
reported to the Community Development Department, Planning Division for
review.
4. Prior to scheduling a final inspection from the Building Division, the
Applicant/Property Owner shall obtain final signatures from other Departments
indicating compliance with all Conditions.
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5. Approval of this Project shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of the
approval and shall become null and void and of no effect whatsoever after that
date.
6. The City has determined that City, its employees, agents and officials should, to
the fullest extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury,
damage, claim, lawsuit, expense, attorney fees, litigation expenses, court cost or
any other cost arising out of or in any way related to the issuance of this Site
Plan Review, or the activities conducted pursuant to this Site Plan Review.
Accordingly, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Rob Shorky, and his
representative(s), or his successors shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless
the City, its employees, agents and officials, from and against any liability,
claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses,
expenses or cost of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including,
but not limited to, actual attorney fees, litigation expenses and court costs of any
kind without restriction or limitation, incurred in relation to, as a consequence of
arising out of or in any way attributable to, actually, allegedly or impliedly, in
whole or in part, the issuance of the Site Plan Review, or the activities conducted
pursuant to this Site Plan Review. Rob Shorky, and his representative(s), or his
successors shall pay such obligations as they are incurred by City, its
employees, agents and officials, and in the event of any claim or lawsuit, shall
submit a deposit in such amount as the City reasonably determines necessary to
protect the City from exposure to fees, costs or liability with respect to such claim
or lawsuit.
7. Prior to commencement of construction activity, the Applicant shall submit for
plan check and approval. Said plans shall be marked with the Project file number
(CUP No. 2019-03, VAR 2020-01 & SPR No. 2019-69) and shall contain
Conditions of Approval printed on the plans.
8. All appeals must be brought within ten (1 0) business days of the date of the final
action by the Planning Commission. An appeal will be scheduled for public
hearing before the Lynwood City Council. Persons filing the appeal must submit
an application and pay a fee of $1 ,385.00.
9. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall submit a Landscape
and Irrigation Plan to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
Planning and Building Manager. Said landscaping and irrigation shall be installed
prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
10. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall provide graphic
evidence of, or shall place a note on the Building Plans pertaining to, the
following in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning and Building
Manager:
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• Roof material shall be non-reflective to include clay tile, concrete tile,
synthetic tile, or ARC 80 Composition Asphalt;
• Driveway and parking areas shall be paved with concrete and maintained;
• Air conditioner, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, swimming pool
pumps and heaters and all other mechanical devices shall be located
within the rear yard, screened from view of surrounding properties and
streets, and so operated that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and
comfort of neighboring residents;
• Dimensions and materials of all existing and proposed fencing/walls;
• Neutral or earth tone structural exterior colors; and,
• Structures shall be architecturally compatible in material and colors.
11. The Property Owner shall maintain a proactive approach to eliminate graffiti from
structures, fences/walls, and accessory buildings on a daily basis and shall
remove all graffiti within 24 hours of placement of graffiti.
12. Prior to commencement of Project grading/construction, the Applicant shall
submit evidence to Building and Safety Division that all contractors working on
the Project site have a valid City of Lynwood business license.
13. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall remit the following
Development Impact Fees, and any other required Fees to the City of Lynwood:
• Art in Public Places Fee;
• Impact Fee;
• Drainage Fee;
• Plan Check Fee; and,
• School Fee.
14. Prior to submittal of building plans for plan check, the Applicant/Property Owner
shall provide proof of LA County Fire Department approval (stamped plans).
15. The car wash shall be operated in a manner which does not create any
unacceptable noise levels in violation of the Noise Ordinance or in violation of
any other provisions of the Lynwood Municipal Code, state, or federal law. Any
nuisances associated with the car wash must be abated immediately upon notice
by the City.
16. The applicant shall design all outdoor lighting including parking lot lighting with
full shields, and cut off flat lenses to ensure that all light from any fixture will not
direct light skyward, and will minimize light pollution -flood lights are strictly
prohibited.
17. Lighting within the parking lot shall be so designed as to prevent conflict between
luminaries and any parking lot shade tree canopy.
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18. The applicant shall submit a Final Photometric Plan which identifies the overall
lighting levels onsite while maintaining a minimum of 1-foot candle. The lighting
plan shall be designed to minimize lighting levels after the business is closed
while maintaining sufficient security lighting.
19. Business hours shall be limited from Monday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to
8:00p.m.
20. The applicant shall screen all roof mounted equipment. Rooftop screening of
mechanical equipment shall be provided through architectural design of the
building elevations.
21. The two (2) required employee parking stalls shall not contain any vacuum
equipment or used as a drying station. In addition the parking stalls shall be mark
as "employee parking only" to differentiate them from the other twenty five (25)
parking stalls.
22. The applicant shall submit Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plans to the Planning
Department prior to issuance of a building permit.
23. The applicant shall ensure that all irrigation for landscaping shall be on automatic
timer.
24. Anything which is not shown on application/plans, or which is not specifically
approved, or which is not in compliance with this section, is not approved. Any
application and/or plans which are defective as to, but not limited to, omissions,
dimensions, scale, use, colors, materials, encroachments, easements, etc., shall
render any entitlements granted by this section nulls and void. Construction (if
any) must cease until all requirements of this section are complied with.
Development entitlements may be withheld until Code violations are abated.
25. All proposed light standards must be decorative and consistent with the
architectural design of the building.
26. Vending machines, ATMs, Payphones, and/or similar machines/devices are
prohibited outside the building, with the exception of vending machines being
permitted in the vending area.
27. No windows signage shall be allowed along the frontage of the building or on any
roll-up doors.
28. The Applicant must utilize vacuum equipment that minimize the visual impacts
from the public right-of-way.
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29. No text referencing the vacuum area shall be allowed on the proposed canopies
and/or equipment.
30. Provide vacuum details prior to installation and final prior to plan check submittal.
The City Planning Division must confirm and aesthetically pleasing design from
street view.
31. All proposed canopies/shade covers must be submitted to the Planning Division
for review and approval. All canopies/shade covers must incorporate a roof
design that is consistent with the slope and design of the wash tunnel roof, and
be constructed of a permanent and durable building material, and not of
impermanent, removable canvas material.
32. The wash tunnel must incorporate a clear finish and two metal doors to protect
the vending machines areas.
33. Trash cans must be permanently affixed to the ground, provide a detail for
approval by Planning Division prior to plan check submittal.
34. The landscaping on-site must be kept and maintained in good condition at all
times.
35. All landscaped areas shall utilize drought-tolerant planting material.
36. Vertical landscaping must be provided along the trash enclosure.
37. Provide landscape plans prepared and stamped by a landscape architect for
review and approval by the Planning Division. The landscaping and irrigation
plans shall be in compliance with the regulations in place at the time of building
permit issuance.
38. An irrigation plan must be provided, which illustrates compliance with LMC .
39. Driveway gates must be consistent with the design of the building. The applicant
must obtain Planning Division approval prior to submitting to plan check.
40. All conditions of approval must be met prior to Building Permit Final inspection.
41. Per LMC Section 3-11 Loitering and truancy is prohibited on or around the
premises.
42. The Applicant must post "No Loitering" signs within the parking arears adjacent
to the business and the Applicant must notify the Sheriff of any such instances
that the employees are not able to handle.
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43. The subject business must be operated so as to not constitute a noise problem to
neighboring properties. Noise level must be maintained pursuant to the LMC
Section 3-12.
44. This project shall comply with the Conditions of Approval of Site Plan Review No.
2019-69.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
45. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are
referenced in the following:
• The California Building Code-2019 edition;
• The California Plumbing Code-2019 edition;
• The California Mechanical Code-2019 edition;
• The Los Angeles County Fire Code-2019 edition;
• The National Electric Code-2019 edition.
In cases where the provisions of the California Building Code, the City of
Lynwood Municipal Code, or the plans or specifications in these plans may
conflict, the more restrictive provisions shall govern.
46. Applicant/property owner must provide a copy of the permit card signed by all
departments prior to scheduling a final inspection.
PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
47. All matters and improvements shall be consistent with the ordinances, standards,
and procedures of the City's Development Standards, Engineering Procedures
and Standards, Water Standards, and Planting Standards of the Department of
Parks and Recreation.
48. Must comply with Storm Water Requirements during construction. All the
drainage design criteria shall be per the Los Angeles Flood Control District and
the City of Lynwood Standards, in case of a conflict, the City's Standards will
prevail.
49. All public works improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the latest
edition of the SPPWC Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction
("Green Book") and Lynwood City Standards, and to the satisfaction of the
Director of Public Works/City Engineer prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
50. Developer shall be responsible to meet all water requirements and guidelines of
the City of Lynwood Water Division, the Los Angeles County Health Department
and Los Angeles County Fire Department.
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51. The prov1s1on of fire protection water systems, hydrants, and appropriate
easements shall be in conformance with the City of Lynwood and Los Angeles
County Fire Department. Proposed hydrant shall be installed per City of Lynwood
standards and allow adequate space for pedestrian access on existing sidewalk.
52. Control of dust shall be by sprinkling of water, use of approved dust
preventatives, modifications of operations or any other means acceptable to the
City t=ngineer, City of Lynwood, the Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB), the AQMD, and any Health or Environmental Control Agency having
jurisdiction over the area. The City Engineer shall have the authority to suspend
all construction operations if, in his opinion, the developer fails to adequately
provide for dust control.
53. Comply with all Federal, State, and local agency requirements pertaining to the
Clean Water Act, which establishes regulations, set forth in the Countywide
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit.
54. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Construction and Demolition
Ordinance. Determination shall be made upon submittal of the project's cost
estimate to the Department of Public Works. Building permits and/or demolition
permits shall not be issued until developer/project owner contacts the
Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.
55. Grading or drainage plans shall be prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer to
the satisfaction of the Public Works Department /Engineering Division. Show all
existing and proposed driveways, curb & gutter, sidewalks, handicap ramps,
street trees, tree wells, street lights, street signs, power poles, fire hydrants, bus
stop furnishings, utility boxes, meters, traffic signal poles and cabinets, parkway
drains, etc. on the plans.
56. Submit to this office a Geologist/Soils report signed by a Registered Soils
Engineer.
57. An encroachment permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site
improvements.
58. Secure and provide copy of sewer connection permit from Los Angeles County
Sanitation District at 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA (562) 698-7411.
59. Comply with the City's Storm Water Management Ordinance and SUSMP
requirements.
Pursuant to Section 14.13 of the City for Lynwood Municipal Code relating to the
control of pollutants carried by stormwater runoff, structural and/or treatment
control best management practices (BMP's); A maintenance agreement for the
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Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) shall be signed by the
owner(s) and submitted to the Department of Public Works /Engineering Division.
60. Developers shall pay all applicable development fees including drainage, sewer,
water and parkway trees prior to issuance of any building permits.
61. Provide an engineer's cost estimate for all public works improvements and pay
all plan-check fees in accordance with the latest fee schedule prior to plan
review.
62. Pay permit and inspection fees associated with this project in accordance with
the latest fee schedule at the time of permit issuance and inspection.
63. No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public
Works Dept. have been completed .
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
64. Review and approval by the County of Los Angeles Fire Department Fire
Prevention Engineering Section Building Plan Check Unit may be required for
this project prior to building permit issuance. Contact the County of Los Angeles
Fire Prevention Engineering Section Plan Check Office for specific review and
submittal requirements for this project at the following address.
County of Los Angeles Fire Department
Fire Prevention Engineering Section
Building Plan Check Office
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
(323) 890-4125
Nancy. Rodeheffer@fire.lacounty.gov
SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase of this Resolution is for
any reason, held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Resolution. The Planning Commission
hereby finds that it would have passed this Resolution and each section, subsection,
sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more other
sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or
invalid.
SECTION 5. The Planning Commission, on the basis of the whole record before
it, including the Initial Study, the Negative Declaration, and public comments received
thereto, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the approval of the Project will
have a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission further finds
that the Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the
Planning Commission for the Project.
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SECTION 6. This Resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning
Commission on June 9, 2020, by the following vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SECTION 7. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and
shall transmit copies of same to the applicant and the Lynwood City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this gth day of June 2020
Ken West, Vice-Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO FORM APPROVED AT TO CONTENT
John W. Lam Michelle G. Ramirez
Office of the City Attorney Director of Community Development
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RESOLUTION NO. 3418
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 2020-01 TO REDUCE THE FRONT
YARD SETBACK AND ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPE BUFFER FROM 10'
TO 4' AND INCREAS HEIGHT FOR PROPOSED WROUGHT IRON
FENCE WITHIN THE FRONT YARD SETBACK AREA FROM 4' TO 8'
ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3516-3532 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY,
(ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 6173-013-004, 005 AND 006)
WITHIN THE LYNWOOD TRANSIT AREA SPECIFIC PLAN.
WHEREAS, the Applicant is requesting approval of Variance No. 2020-01
C'VAR'') to reduced front yard setback and associated landscape buffer from 10 feet to
four-(4) feet and increased height for proposed wrought iron fencing within the front yard
setback area from four-(4) to eight-(8) feet the property located at 3516-3532 East
Imperial Highway, further described as Assessor's Parcel Number 6173-013-004, 005 and
006 C'Property'') in the Transit Specific Plan Area land use designation of "Corridor
Mixed-Use 2" and zoned as "Commercial" C'Project''); and
WHEREAS, the Project includes a new 6,288 square foot automated car wash
structure and will demolish three-(3), single-story structures totaling 2,484 square feet
utilized for a car dealership and a storage building. The new car wash will consist of a
single-story, 32-foot tall structure with a 140-foot long car tunnel, supporting equipment,
lobby, office/cashier, manager's office, a breakroom, restrooms, and 27 on-site parking
stalls (two-(2) handicapped and two-(2) employee stalls) of which 25 of these stalls
designated as customer drying/vacuum stations
WHEREAS, pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of
Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, sections: 15063 of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) guidelines, the project completed an Initial Study review and a Negative
Declaration (ND) pursuant to Section 15064(f)(3) of CEQA guidelines. The impacts
associated with a Negative Declaration was prepared based the conclusions of the
Initial Study which determined that the project could not have a significant effect on the
environment.
WHEREAS, on June 9, 2020, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony related to Variance No.
2020-01; and
WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission has sufficiently considered all
testimony presented to them in order to make the following determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Lynwood as follows:
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SECTION 1. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby finds and determines
as follows:
A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions
applicable to the property which do not apply generally to other properties in the
same vicinity and zone; and
The width uf lhe subject site is an exceptional and extraordinary site
characteristics that hinders the ability to develop a functional car wash operation.
Complying with the City's commercial development standards and design
requirements necessary for a functional automated car wash require the approval
of the zone variance request as the site depth circumstances do not generally
apply to other properties in Lynwood. For example, it would be impossible to
provide the code required number of parking spaces, a two-way driveway access
aisle, and a customer driveway approach off the property's rear yard without
granting a front yard setback reduction.
Furthermore, site obstacles associated with an Imperial Highway Street
dedication further compounds the applicant's inability to provide the 1 0 foot front
yard setback and landscape buffer required for commercially zoned properties. If
the requested zone variance for the reduction of the front yard setback is not
granted, the project could not be developed without reducing on-site parking,
reducing drive aisle width to substandard level, and denying the property the
ability to develop amenities such as providing sufficient drying stations for
customers.
The applicant has communicated that the City's Department of Public Works is
reviewing and open to approving a revocable permit to allow six-foot band of
landscaping within the City-owned Imperial Highway dedication area.
Functionally and aesthetically, the site will continue to provide a full 10 foot
landscape buffer area, with four-feet on private property and six-feet on publicly
owned land. Hence, the proposal of an enhanced landscape buffer placement
will not result in a layout that does not visually comply with code requirements
while to allow the applicant the ability to provide a driveway aisle width in full
compliance with City requirements.
As evidenced in the findings, the subject property does contain exceptional and
extraordinary circumstances relative to the subject property's lot width that justify
the requested zone variances. The use would not be viable or even possible
without granting the requested zone variance as filed by the applicant.
B. That such variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of
substantial property rights possessed by other properties in the same vicinity and
zone, but which is denied the property in question; and
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The Major Variance requests consist of a reduced front yard setback from 1 0-feet
to four-feet and over-in-height wrought iron fence that will better secure the site
for customers and after hour periods. The applicant is proposing a structure that
is smaller in scale than what is permitted by the underlying commercial zone or
building to a scale similar to neighboring properties or other developments in the
area. Furthermore, an overwhelming majority of the properties in the same
vicinity and zone near and around the subject site also contain construction with
significantly more floor area to the size proposed by the applicant. The granting
of the Major Variance requests will preserve a reasonable property right as the
denial of the Major Variance requests would clearly preclude the applicant a
development right enjoyed by other properties with far less lot square footage of
land area and far less development standard compliance.
Hence, the granting of the Major Variance requests are necessary and will
preserve the enjoyment of substantial property right possessed by other
properties in the same vicinity and zone of the subject site.
C. That the granting of such variance will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; and
The Major Variance requests involve the adjustments of commercial zone
development standards that allow for the preservation of a substantial property
right enjoyed by other developments in the vicinity of the subject site. The
development standard adjustments include a reduced front yard setback area
from 1 0-feet to four-feet and a reduced front yard setback landscape buffer as
well as increase height of a front fence from four-feet to eight-feet.
The granting the Major Variance requests as indicated will not be materially
detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or other improvements
in the vicinity of the subject site.
D. That in the granting the variance, the spirit and intent of the zoning code will be
observed; and
Similar to the finding in paragraph C above, deviations of commercial
development standards will allow for the subject site to comply with parking and
access requirements, landscape reduction adjustments continue to visually
comply with buffer requirements, and the increased height of a decorative
wrought iron fence from four-feet to eight-feet to improve site security will not
result in negative effects or permit a use that does not comply with the spirit and
intent of the zoning code. As such, the granting of requested Major Variances
observe the spirit and intent of Lynwood Municipal Code.
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E. That the variance does not grant special privilege to the applicant; and
The granting the Major Variance requests will not extend or grant a special
privilege to the applicant to an extent that not justified, necessary or considered
excessive. In fact, granting applicant's request for the Major Variances as
requested preserves the enjoyment of substantial property rights presently
extended and enjoyed by other properties and uses in the vicinity of the subject
site as set forth in the findings in paragraph 8 above.
As such, the subject finding is made in the positive in support that the granting
the Major Variance requests will not extend a special privilege to the applicant.
F. That the variance request is consistent with the general plan of the City of
Lynwood.
The Major Variance requests include the reduction of a front yard
setback/landscape buffer and increased front yard fence height. The primary
reasons for requesting these variances are to allow the project the ability to
increase the project's driveway access aisles to comply with City standards and
add increased security measures to the property. The granting of these requests
are consistent with the goals, objectives and land use policies of the City's
General Plan, as evidenced in the City of Lynwood's General Plan Land Use
Element Goal LU-2, wherein it states that the City must " ... plan for a range of
commercial sites within the Planning Area to serve the needs of those living,
workin , and visiting L nwood. These commercial areas will rovide a ran e of
commercial opportunities in line with the needs of the above groups, and will
continue to develop Lynwood as a retail center for the area."
The approval of the subject Major Variances will allow for the development of a
functional automated car wash use that contains the necessary features for a
functional automated car wash operation and sufficient security additions that
allow the business to better serve the public. Furthermore, the provision of an
updated car wash in Lynwood adds to the necessary range of commercial
opportunities consistent with the City's General Plan and will help continue to
develop Lynwood as a retail center in the southeast County of Los Angeles.
As such, the above findings confirm that the Major Variance requests are
consistent with the City's General Plan.
SECTION 2. Based on the above recitals, the staff report accompanying this
Resolution, and public comment, the Planning Commission hereby finds Variance No.
2020-01 is consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the land use element,
land use plan, and housing element of the City's general plan and that the proposed
automated car wash will not adversely affect surrounding properties and the Planning
Commission approves Variance No. 2020-01.
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SECTION 3. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby approves Variance No.
2020-01 to allow an automated car wash at 3516-3532 East Imperial Highway
(Assessor's Parcel Number 6173-013-004, 005 and 006) subject to the following
conditions:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-PLANNING DIVISION
1. The Project shall comply with all City of Lynwood Municipal Code, California
Building Code, Los Angeles County Fire Code and applicable State of California
and Federal regulations and shall comply with requirements of City of Lynwood
Departments.
2. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall sign a Statement of
Acceptance that states he/she has read, understands and agrees to all
Conditions of this approval and that acceptance of these Conditions waives any
challenge as to the validity of these Conditions.
3. Development of the Project shall substantially conform to the Project depicted on
the approved Site Plan and Elevations on file stamped June 9, 2020, unless
otherwise amended by these Conditions of Approval. Said amendment shall
apply to compliance with City of Lynwood Residential Design Guidelines. Any
subsequent modification of the Project site or structures thereon shall first be
reported to the Community Development Department, Planning Division for
review.
4. Prior to scheduling a final inspection from the Building Division, the
Applicant/Property Owner shall obtain final signatures from other Departments
indicating compliance with all Conditions.
5. Approval of this Project shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of the
approval and shall become null and void and of no effect whatsoever after that
date.
6. The City has determined that City, its employees, agents and officials should, to
the fullest extent permitted by law, be fully protected from any loss, injury,
damage, claim, lawsuit, expense, attorney fees, litigation expenses, court cost or
any other cost arising out of or in any way related to the issuance of this Site
Plan Review, or the activities conducted pursuant to this Site Plan Review.
Accordingly, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Rob Shorky, and his
representative(s), or his successors shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless
the City, its employees, agents and officials, from and against any liability,
claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses,
expenses or cost of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including,
but not limited to, actual attorney fees, litigation expenses and court costs of any
kind without restriction or limitation, incurred in relation to, as a consequence of
arising out of or in any way attributable to, actually, allegedly or impliedly, in
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whole or in part, the issuance of the Site Plan Review, or the activities conducted
pursuant to this Site Plan Review. Rob Shorky, and his representative(s), or his
successors shall pay such obligations as they are incurred by City, its
employees, agents and officials, and in the event of any claim or lawsuit, shall
submit a deposit in such amount as the City reasonably determines necessary to
protect the City from exposure to fees, costs or liability with respect to such claim
or lawsuit.
7. Prior to commencement of construction activity, the Applicant shall submit for
plan check and approval. Said plans shall be marked with the Project file number
(CUP No. 2019-03, VAR 2020-01 & SPR No. 2019-69) and shall contain
Conditions of Approval printed on the plans.
8. All appeals must be brought within ten (1 0) business days of the date of the final
action by the Planning Commission. An appeal will be scheduled for public
hearing before the Lynwood City Council. Persons filing the appeal must submit
an application and pay a fee of $1 ,385.00.
9. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall submit a Landscape
and Irrigation Plan to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
Planning and Building Manager. Said landscaping and irrigation shall be installed
prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
10. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall provide graphic
evidence of, or shall place a note on the Building Plans pertaining to, the
following in a manner meeting the approval of the Planning and Building
Manager:
• Roof material shall be non-reflective to include clay tile, concrete tile,
synthetic tile, or ARC 80 Composition Asphalt;
• Driveway and parking areas shall be paved with concrete and maintained;
• Air conditioner, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, swimming pool
pumps and heaters and all other mechanical devices shall be located
within the rear yard, screened from view of surrounding properties and
streets, and so operated that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and
comfort of neighboring residents;
• Dimensions and materials of all existing and proposed fencing/walls;
• Neutral or earth tone structural exterior colors; and,
• Structures shall be architecturally compatible in material and colors.
11. The Property Owner shall maintain a proactive approach to eliminate graffiti from
structures, fences/walls, and accessory buildings on a daily basis and shall
remove all graffiti within 24 hours of placement of graffiti.
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12. Prior to commencement of Project grading/construction, the Applicant shall
submit evidence to Building and Safety Division that all contractors working on
the Project site have a valid City of Lynwood business license.
13. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the Applicant shall remit the following
Development Impact Fees, and any other required Fees to the City of Lynwood:
• Art in Public Places Fee;
• Impact Fee;
• Drainage Fee;
• Plan Check Fee; and,
• School Fee.
14. Prior to submittal of building plans for plan check, the Applicant/Property Owner
shall provide proof of LA County Fire Department approval (stamped plans).
15. The car wash shall be operated in a manner which does not create any
unacceptable noise levels in violation of the Noise Ordinance. Any nuisances
associated with the car wash must be abated immediately upon notice by the
City.
16. The applicant shall design all outdoor lighting including parking lot lighting with
full shields, and cut off flat lenses to ensure that all light from any fixture will not
direct light skyward, and will minimize light pollution -flood lights are strictly
prohibited.
17. Lighting within the parking lot shall be so designed as to prevent conflict between
luminaries and any parking lot shade tree canopy.
18. The applicant shall submit a Final Photometric Plan which identifies the overall
lighting levels onsite while maintaining a minimum of 1-foot candle. The lighting
plan shall be designed to minimize lighting levels after the business is closed
while maintaining sufficient security lighting.
19. Business hours shall be limited from Monday through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to
8:00p.m.
20. The applicant shall screen all roof mounted equipment. Rooftop screening of
mechanical equipment shall be provided through architectural design of the
building elevations.
21 . The two (2) required employee parking stalls shall not contain any vacuum
equipment or used as a drying station. In addition the parking stalls shall be mark
as "employee parking only" to differentiate them from the other twenty five (25)
parking stalls .
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22. The applicant shall submit Final Landscaping and Irrigation Plans to the Planning
Department prior to issuance of a building permit.
23. The applicant shall ensure that all irrigation for landscaping shall be on automatic
timer.
24. Anything which is not shown on application/plans, or which is not specifically
approved, or which is not in compliance with this section, is not approved. Any
application and/or plans which are defective as to, but not limited to, omissions,
dimensions, scale, use, colors, materials, encroachments, easements, etc., shall
render any entitlements granted by this section nulls and void. Construction (if
any) must cease until all requirements of this section are complied with.
Development entitlements may be withheld until Code violations are abated.
25. All proposed light standards must be decorative and consistent with the
architectural design of the building.
26. Vending machines, ATMs, Payphones, and/or similar machines/devices are
prohibited outside the building, with the exception of vending machines being
permitted in the vending area.
27. No windows signage shall be allowed along the frontage of the building or on any
roll-up doors.
28. The Applicant must utilize vacuum equipment that minimize the visual impacts
from the public right-of-way.
29. No text referencing the vacuum area shall be allowed on the proposed canopies
and/or equipment.
30. Provide vacuum details prior to installation and final prior to plan check submittal.
The City Planning Division must confirm and aesthetically pleasing design from
street view.
31. All proposed canopies/shade covers must be submitted to the Planning Division
for review and approval. All canopies/shade covers must incorporate a roof
design that is consistent with the slope and design of the wash tunnel roof, and
be constructed of a permanent and durable building material, and not of
impermanent, removable canvas material.
32. The wash tunnel must incorporate a clear finish and two metal doors to protect
the vending machines areas.
33. Trash cans must be permanently affixed to the ground, provide a detail for
approval by Planning Division prior to plan check submittal.
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34. The landscaping on-site must be kept and maintained in good condition at all
times.
35. All landscaped areas shall utilize drought-tolerant planting material.
36. Vertical landscaping must be provided along the trash enclosure.
37. Provide landscape plans prepared and stamped by a landscape architect for
review and approval by the Planning Division. The landscaping and irrigation
plans shall be in compliance with the regulations in place at the time of building
permit issuance.
38. An irrigation plan must be provided, which illustrates compliance with LMC .
39. Driveway gates must be consistent with the design of the building. The applicant
must obtain Planning Division approval prior to submitting to plan check.
40. All conditions of approval must be met prior to Building Permit Final inspection.
41. Per LMC Section 3-11 Loitering and truancy is prohibited on or around the
premises.
42. The Applicant must post "No Loitering" signs within the parking arears adjacent
to the business and the Applicant must notify the Sheriff of any such instances
that the employees are not able to handle.
43. The subject business must be operated so as to not constitute a noise problem to
neighboring properties. Noise level must be maintained pursuant to the LMC
Section 3-12.
44. This project shall comply with the Conditions of Approval of Site Plan Review No.
2019-69.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT-BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
45. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are
referenced in the following:
• The California Building Code-2019 edition;
• The California Plumbing Code-2019 edition;
• The California Mechanical Code-2019 edition;
• The Los Angeles County Fire Code -2019 edition;
• The National Electric Code-2019 edition .
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In cases where the prov1s1ons of the California Building Code, the City of
Lynwood Municipal Code, or the plans or specifications in these plans may
conflict, the more restrictive provisions shall govern.
46. Applicant/property owner must provide a copy of the permit card signed by all
departments prior to scheduling a final inspection.
PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
47. All matters and improvements shall be consistent with the ordinances, standards,
and procedures of the City's Development Standards, Engineering Procedures
and Standards, Water Standards, and Planting Standards of the Department of
Parks and Recreation.
48. Must comply with Storm Water Requirements during construction. All the
drainage design criteria shall be per the Los Angeles Flood Control District and
the City of Lynwood Standards, in case of a conflict, the City's Standards will
prevail.
49. All public works improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the latest
edition of the SPPWC Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction
("Green Book") and Lynwood City Standards, and to the satisfaction of the
Director of Public Works/City Engineer prior to the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy.
50. Developer shall be responsible to meet all water requirements and guidelines of
the City of Lynwood Water Division, the Los Angeles County Health Department
and Los Angeles County Fire Department.
51. The provision of fire protection water systems, hydrants, and appropriate
easements shall be in conformance with the City of Lynwood and Los Angeles
County Fire Department. Proposed hydrant shall be installed per City of Lynwood
standards and allow adequate space for pedestrian access _9~xisting sidewalk.
52. Control of dust shall be by sprinkling of water, use of approved dust
preventatives, modifications of operations or any other means acceptable to the
City Engineer, City of Lynwood, the Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB), the AQMD, and any Health or Environmental Control Agency having
jurisdiction over the area. The City Engineer shall have the authority to suspend
all construction operations if, in his opinion, the developer fails to adequately
provide for dust control.
53. Comply with all Federal, State, and local agency requirements pertaining to the
Clean Water Act, which establishes regulations, set forth in the Countywide
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit.
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54. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Construction and Demolition
Ordinance. Determination shall be made upon submittal of the project's cost
estimate to the Department of Public Works. Building permits and/or demolition
permits shall not be issued until developer/project owner contacts the
Department of Public Works, Engineering Division.
55. Grading or drainage plans shall be prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer to
the satisfaction of the Public Works Department /Engineering Division. Show all
existing and proposed driveways, curb & gutter, sidewalks, handicap ramps,
street trees, tree wells, street lights, street signs, power poles, fire hydrants, bus
stop furnishings, utility boxes, meters, traffic signal poles and cabinets, parkway
drains, etc. on the plans.
56. Submit to this office a Geologist/Soils report signed by a Registered Soils
Engineer.
57. An encroachment permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site
improvements.
58. Secure and provide copy of sewer connection permit from Los Angeles County
Sanitation District at 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA (562) 698-7 411.
59. Comply with the City's Storm Water Management Ordinance and SUSMP
requirements. Pursuant to Section 14.13 of the City for Lynwood Municipal Code
relating to the control of pollutants carried by stormwater runoff, structural and/or
treatment control best management practices (BMP's); A maintenance
agreement for the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) shall be
signed by the owner(s) and submitted to the Department of Public Works
/Engineering Division.
60. Developers shall pay all applicable development fees including drainage, sewer,
water and parkway trees prior to issuance of any building permits.
61. Provide an engineer's cost estimate for all public works improvements and pay
all plan-check fees in accordance with the latest fee schedule prior to plan
review.
62. Pay permit and inspection fees associated with this project in accordance with
the latest fee schedule at the time of permit issuance and inspection.
63. No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public
Works Dept. have been completed.
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
64. Review and approval by the County of Los Angeles Fire Department Fire
Prevention Engineering Section Building Plan Check Unit may be required for
this project prior to building permit issuance. Contact the County of Los Angeles
Fire Prevention Engineering Section Plan Check Office for specific review and
submittal requirements for this project at the following address.
County of Los Angeles Fire Department
Fire Prevention Engineering Section
Building Plan Check Office
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
(323) 890-4125
Nancy. Rodeheffer@fire.lacounty.gov
SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase of this Resolution is for
any reason, held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not
affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Resolution. The Planning Commission
hereby finds that it would have passed this Resolution and each section, subsection,
sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more other
sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or
invalid.
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it, including the Initial Study, the Negative Declaration, and public comments received
thereto, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the approval of the Project will
have a significant effect on the environment. The Planning Commission further finds
that the Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the
Planning Commission for the Project.
SECTION 6. This Resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning
Commissron on June g, 2020, by the following vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SECTION 7. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and
shall transmit copies of same to the applicant and the Lynwood City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this gth day of June 2020
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Ken West, Vice-Chairperson
APPROVED AS TO FORM APPROVED AT TO CONTENT
John W. Lam Michelle G. Ramirez
Office of the City Attorney Director of Community Development
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