HomeMy Public PortalAboutOrdinance 1162ORDINANCE NO.1162
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BEAUMONT, TEMPORARILY TERMINATING
PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING
NONRESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES IN THE DOWNTOWN
DISTRICT AS IDENTIFIED IN THE DOWNTOWN
DISTRICTS MAP FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED
EIGHTEEN (18) MONTHS
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to promote and encourage business activity
in the downtown; and
WHEREAS, there are vacant buildings in downtown which cannot be utilized due
to current parking requirements; and
WHEREAS, Vacant buildings are a threat to public peace, health, safety and
welfare as they contribute to blight and are a drain on City resources.
WHEREAS, The City of Beaumont is in the process of preparing a Downtown
Revitalization Plan and updating the zoning code, both which envision a City structure that
enhances the quality of life of the residents, enhances the health safety and welfare of the
community, meets the community's vision for the future, and connects new growth areas together
with established Beaumont neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, Current parking requirements do not support the City's goals of
achieving revitalization in the Downtown and promoting a vibrant, walkable environment and
promoting the aesthetic and fiscal health of the community.
WHEREAS, a duly noticed public hearing was conducted on this matter as required
by law by the Planning Commission on August 23, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Beaumont has reviewed the reasons
for the recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission as described above;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds that the temporary termination of parking
requirements established in Beaumont Municipal Code Chapter 17.05, for existing, non-
residential structures, in the Downtown District, for a period not to exceed eighteen (18) months,
is consistent with the adopted policies in the City of Beaumont Economic Development Strategic
Plan and the General Plan of the City of Beaumont.
SECTION 2. The City's General Plan and the Economic Development Strategic Plan include
specific goals and policies that aim to promote fiscal stability and business growth. Specifically,
goals of the City's General Plan provide for maintaining and, where appropriate expanding the
City's commercial base and promoting development of modern and attractive business activities
that will enhance the City's economic well-being. The Safety Element of the General Plan strives
to take public health safety and welfare impacts into consideration and incorporate measures to
mitigate the likelihood of visual blight, nuisance and criminal activity. Due to the City's need to
update the Zoning Code and Economic Development Strategic Plan, it is important that the City
study and evaluate options available to it regarding regulation of parking in the Downtown District
(attached hereto as Exhibit "A") to prevent the adverse impacts that may result from unoccupied
buildings in the City's downtown.
SECTION 3. CEQA. In accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
Guidelines, Section 15304(e), adoption of this ordinance is categorically exempt from CEQA,
because it results in a minor, temporary alteration in the use of land which will have no permanent
effect on the environment.
SECTION 4. Effective Date and Publication. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days
after its final passage and within fifteen (15 days after its passage the City Clerk shall cause a
summary to be published in a newspaper of general circulation, printed and published in the City
of Beaumont, in a manner prescribed by law for publishing of ordinances of said City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED that the City Council of the City of Beaumont,
California, approves this amendment to the City Code.
INTRODUCED AND READ for the first time and ordered posted at a regular meeting of the
City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, held on the 5th day of September 2023, by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: White, Voigt, Lara, Fenn, Martinez
NOES
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Beaumont, California, held on the 19th day of September 2023, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: White, Voigt, Lara, Martinez
NOES
ABSENT: Fenn
ABSTAIN
Juli,K,M4ninez III,
Attest:
Nicole eelwright, De;City Clerk
Approved as to form:
i ttomey