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HomeMy Public PortalAboutA2009-02-10 PLANNING COMMISSIONCity of L 7 YNWOOD Incorporated 1921 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262 (310) 603-0220 x 289 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT LVMWC®D PLANNENG FEB 0 4 2009 AGENDA CITY OF LYNWOOD CITY CLERKS OFFICE ai. a uilcunef5 COMMESSRON C H7V HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 4<?? 11330 LLIS ROAD LYN OD, CA 90262 February 1®® 2009 61330 P.M. Kenneth West Chair Alex Lander®s Commissioner PLANNX G C MMSSI E S Lourdes Castro-Ramirez Vice-Chair Rita Patel Rebecca ells Commissioner Commissioner C M ISSION C U N S E L Law Office of Aleshire and Qh ynder Douglas P. Haubert Assistant City Attorney STAFF Jonathan Colin,, Director Karen F u,? jjeredo, (Manning Assistant Zelda Hutcherson Commissioner ill Younger Commissioner Planning Consultant 1 OPENING CEREMONIES 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Flag Salute. 3. Roll call of Commissioners. 4. Certification of Agenda Posting. 5. Minutes of Planning Commission Meetings: January 13, 2008 6. Presentation: Redevelopment Agency Deputy Director Olivia Segura SWEARING IN SPEAKERS 7. The Lynwood Planning Commission shall swear in all persons wishing to testify on any item listed on the Planning Commission Agenda. Residents shall swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. PUBLIC ORALS 8. At this time, any member of the public may comment on any issue within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission that is not on the Agenda. Members of the public may also comment at this time on any Agenda Item that is not scheduled for a public hearing. To preserve continuity, the Planning Commission Chair may, at his/her discretion, request members of the public wishing to comment on Agenda Items for which public hearings are not scheduled to hold their comments until just prior to the Commission's discussion of the Agenda Item in question. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS NONE 2 CONTINUED REGULAR AGENDA io. Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11, Zone Change No. 2008-03 & General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02 APPLICANT: Robert Peraza 10700 Alameda Avenue APN 6170-002-0261 234, 035, 036, 037, 038, 039, 040 and, 043 Proposal Request to operate a truck storage (containers) within a lot measuring three (3) acres and to change zoning designation from C-3 (Heavy Commercial) to M (Manufacturing) located at 10700 Alameda Avenue, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11, Zone Change No. 2008-03 and General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02. 11. Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12 APPLICANT: Olegario Sanchez No Address APN 6170-038-035 Proposal Request to operate a car dealership and to build a two hundred (200') square foot one story office located at a vacant lot without an assigned address, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038- 035, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission table Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12 NEW REGULAR AGENDA 12. Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10, General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01, Zone Change No. 2008-02 & Tentative Tract Map No. 2008-01 APPLICANT: Habitat for Humanity 4237 Imperial Highway APN 6192-023-024 Proposal Request to construct ten (10) low income condominiums within a lot measuring 28,290 square feet, and to change the General Plan designation from Single Family Residential to Multi- Family Residential and the zoning designation from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to PRD 3 (Planned Residential Development) on property located at 4237 Imperial Highway, in the R-1 (Single Family Residential) zone. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10, General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01, Zone Change No. 2008-02 & Tentative Tract Map No. 2008-01 13. Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan Village II Presentation of Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan (Village II) handout. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission receive and file. COMMISSION ORALS STAFF ORALS ADJOURNMENT Adjourn to the regular meeting of the Lynwood Planning Commission on March 10, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262. 4 gT? DATE: TO: FROM: SUBJECT: XTE #6 REDEVELOPMENT PRESENTATION MEMORNADUM February 02, 2009 Honorable Chair and Planning Commission Members Olivia Segura, Deputy Director of Redevelopment SOUTH GATE / LYNWOOD ENTERPRIZE ZONE The City Of Lynwood jointly with the City of South Gate applied for and was awarded with a California Enterprise Zone (EZ) designation as of October 15, 2006. The EZ Program was created to stimulate economic growth within the most economically distressed areas throughout the State. An EZ is a geographical area in which companies are eligible for exclusive state incentives and programs. It serves as a powerful incentive to attract business and create jobs within the EZ. The City's initial and ongoing investment in the 15 year designation of the Enterprise Zone Program (EZ) will bring the following benefits to the City: • Powerful incentive to attract and retain businesses; • Create job opportunities for residents; • Stimulate the local economy; and • Serve as a catalyst for change proving to the business community and developers that the City of Lynwood is serious about economic revitalization. State incentives that are available to companies within an EZ include: • Tax credits for sales and use taxes paid on qualified machinery purchases; • Tax credits for hiring qualified employees; • Interest deductions for lenders on loans to firms within the areas; • Fifteen-year net operating loss carry-forward; • Accelerated expense deduction; and • Priority for various state programs, such as state contracts. Attachment: Enterprise Zone Information ENTERPRISE ZONE Purpose: To provide targeted areas with a means to stimulate business and employment growth. Eligibility: Any individual or company operating a trade or business within the Enterprise Zone is eligible for the program. Benefits: The Enterprise Zone program can positively affect a company's bottom line with the substantial tax credits it provides. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? HIRING CREDIT: A qualified business may reduce its state income tax by a percentage of wages paid to one or more qualified employees over a five year period. Up to $31,570 in tax credits is available per qualified employee. The credits may be carried over until they are exhausted. Some of these employees may also qualify an employer for federal tax credits. SALES AND USE TAX CREDIT: California income or franchise tax may be reduced by the amount of sales or use tax paid on the cost of qualified equipment or machinery purchased for exclusive use in the Enterprise Zone. BUSINESS EXPENSE REDUCTION: Part of the cost of certain property, furniture and fixtures purchased for exclusive use in the Enterprise Zone may be deducted as a business expense in the first year it is placed in service. NET OPERATING LOSS CARRYOVER: Up to 100% of Net Operating Loss (NOL) Carryover for individuals or corporations doing business in the Enterprise Zone may be carried over to reduce the amount of taxable income generated within the Enterprise Zone for those years. NET INTEREST DEDUCTION FOR LENDERS: A deduction from incomes is allowed on the amount of "net interest" earned on loans made to a trade or business located exclusively in the Enterprise Zone. HOW TO RECEIVE BENEFITS With the exception of the Hiring Tax Credit, most of the enterprise zone tax credit require no work until tax time. However, good record-keeping throughout the year might help. The business or their tax preparer must obtain the appropriate forms from the Franchise Tax Board (www.ftb.ca.gov) and attach them to income tax statement. To receive the Hiring Tax Credit, the business or their tax preparer will need to follow the vouchering process at the time of hire. It is important to verify that the business address is located within the Enterprise Zone. The business should contact the Enterprise Zone representative for more details about obtaining a Hiring Credit Voucher. To ensure that the business is maximizing savings they should review the Franchise Tax Board regulations: When they are making a major purchase of equipment or machinery, refer to the Sales or Use Tax Credit and the Business Expense Deduction. When they are seeking financing, refer to the Lenders' Net Interest Deduction When you are experiencing a business loss, refer to the 15 year-NOL Carryover information. EXAMPLE OF A HIRING TAX CREDIT On January 1, 2004 a company hires a qualifying employee. This employee works the entire year at a business located within the Enterprise Zone as a full-time employee (2080 hours per year). The employee is paid $10.12 per hour (A business can pay an employee more or less but will only receive the hiring credit for the employee's actual wages not exceeding the cap of $10.12 an hour). Year one Credit 10.12 x 2080 hours = $21,049 x 50% = $10,524 Year Two 10.12 x 2080 hours = $21,049 x 40% = $8.,419 Year Three 10.12 x 2080 hours = $21,049 x 30% = $6f314 Year Four 10.12 x 2080 hours = $21,049 x 20% = $4,209 Year Five 10.12 x 2080 hours = $21,049 x 10% = $2,104 TOTAL VALUE OF HIRING TAX CREDIT $31,570 The credit percentage decreases by 10% annually phasing out after five years. ITEM 5 MINUTES JANUARY12 LYNWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, January 13, 2009 The Lynwood Planning Commission met in regular session in the City Hall Council Chambers, on the above date. Chair West called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Commissioner Younger led the flag salute. Chair West requested the roll call. Director of Development Services Colin called roll. Commissioners West, Younger, Landeros, Hutcherson and Wells answered the roll call. Commissioner Patel had called and requested to be excused. Also present were Public Works Engineering Manager Elias Saikaly, Director of Development Services Jonathan Colin, Planning Assistant Karen Figueredo, Planning Consultant Michael Allen and Commission Counsel Doug Haubert. Chair West inquired if the Agenda had been duly posted. Director of Development Services Colin indicated the Agenda had been duly posted. Item #5 Minutes October 14, 2008 Chair West introduced Agenda Item #5, minutes of October 14, 2008, Planning Commission Meeting and asked if there were any questions or revisions. Motion by Commissioner Younger to approve the October 14, 2008 minutes, seconded by Commissioner Hutcherson. Chair West requested the roll call. Director of Development Services Colin called roll and the motion to approve the minutes passed 6-0. Commissioner Castro-Ramirez arrived. Chair West requested re-organizing the Agenda to hear item No. 12 first. Item #6: Swearing In Sgeakers Commission Counsel Doug Haubert swore in citizens wishing to speak on any agenda item. Item #7: Public Orals Chair West opened Public Orals. NONE Chair West closed Public Orals. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS NONE CONTINUED REGULAR AGENDA Item #12: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT No. 2008-12 APPLICANT: Olegario Sanchez Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035 Planning Assistant Figueredo presented the staff report and indicated that the applicant is requesting approval to operate a car dealership and to build a two hundred (2001 square foot one story office located at a vacant lot without an assigned address, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035. The existing property totals 5,000 square feet in area. The subject property will total 5,000 square feet in area and is located on the north side of Imperial Highway, between State Street and Peach Street, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission continue Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12. Chair West asked why the item is going to be continued. Development Services Director Colin stated that payment for the application had not been received. Chair West asked if the Planning Commissioners had any questions. NONE Chair West opened the Public Hearing. Hearing no one, Chair West closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Wells to continue the item to the next regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Younger. Chair West requested the roll call. Director of Development Services Colin called roll and the motion to continue passed 6-0. ROLL CALL AYES: LANDEROS, WEST, RAMIREZ & YOUNGER NOES: NONE ABSENT: PATEL ABSTAIN: NONE Item #10: Variance No. 2008-05 WELLS, HUTCHERSON, CASTRO- APPLICANT: Pacer International 2700 Imperial Highway. Assessor Parcel Number 6169-011-004 Planning Consultant Allen presented the staff report and indicated that the applicant is requesting approval to construct a 14 foot high sound barrier and sight obscuring fence. The approval would grant the applicant approval to build an additional 6 feet above the maximum allowed (8 feet). The subject site totals 76 acres and is developed with a 323,368 square foot building. The subject property is located on the south side of Imperial Highway, between Alameda Avenue and Plum Street, located in the "M" (Manufacturing) zone. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Variance No. 2008-05. Chair West asked if the Planning Commissioners had any questions. NONE Chair West opened the Public Hearing. Applicant Michael Torres 54 Plaza suite 1500 Irvine CA 92614 presented his project and requested the Planning Commission's support to approve Variance No. 2008-05. Chair West asked if the Planning Commissioners have any questions. Commissioner Wells asked if the sound block wall is graffiti resistant. Applicant Torres respondent the sound block wall may not be resistant for graffiti but they will have a proactive approach when it comes to graffiti. Development Services Director Colin clarified that the sound block wall is within private property. Sergio 10241 Trademark Street, Suite B Rancho Cucamonga, explained that the sound block wall can be painted but he does not have any details as to what type of materials the wall will consist of, it is a pre-manufactured product that alleviates sound transmissions. Vice-Chair Castro-Ramirez asked if the project has support of the affected residents. Applicant Torres responded that the city has been working with the residents and in addition to the block wall; they are offering $5,000 for the purchase of thicker windows for the residents and it would meet the noise requirement per City of Lynwood standards. Development Services Director replied that the city has worked with the residents to try to remediate the business impact. The applicant has offered $5,000 for the purchase of these windows. Commissioner Hutcherson asked if the $5,000 that the applicant will be allocating for the residents windows are per house or total, because she feels that this amount is not sufficient. Development Services Director Colin replied that the new windows are not part of the Conditions of Approval; the applicant is offering the windows to further mitigate the noise and the residents are aware of the offer. Development Services Director commented that there was a resident that requested to continue the item to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting because he was not able to attend (phone call). Counsel Haubert added an addition condition to the Conditions of Approval "in the event of the challenged to this action tonight, to grant the Variance and the Variance is challenge in court, the applicant will be responsible for defending the decision (inaudible) the city of any liability. Albert Pluma 2624 east 108th Street asked if the sound barrier wall also mitigates the vibration. Chair West closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Castro-Ramirez to adopt Resolution No. 3221 approving Variance No. 2008-05, seconded by Commissioner Wells with Counsel recommendations. Chair West requested the roll call. Director of Development Services Colin called roll and the motion to approve passed 6-0, Commissioner Patel absent. ROLL CALL AYES: LANDEROS, WEST, RAMIREZ & YOUNGER NOES: NONE ABSENT: PATEL ABSTAIN: NONE WELLS, HUTCHERSON, CASTRO- Item #11: Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11; General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02; Zone Change No. 2008-03 APPLICANT: Robert Peraza 10700 Alameda Avenue. Assessor Parcel Number: 6170-002-026, 034, 035, 036, 037, 038, 039, 040, & 043. Planning Consultant Allen presented the staff report and indicated that the applicant is requesting approval to allow a truck container storage facility for 30 containers, including 57 parking stalls on the property to accommodate the offices, warehousing and storage. The property totals 131,903 square feet. The subject site, 10700 Alameda Avenue is located on the south east corner of Alameda Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. In 2004 the property was zoned C-3 (Heavy Commercial), and the general plan designation was "C" (Commercial) in order to accommodate a restaurant. The subject property is intended to provide a truck container storage and offices. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11; General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02; Zone Change No. 2008-03. Chair West asked if the Planning Commissioners have any questions. Commissioner Wells commented there is a house at the east end of the proposed project and questioned if all the residents were notified. Planning Consultant Allen replied the residents were notified. Commissioner Younger asked if the property is currently being used. Development Services Director Collin replied that there are no active business licenses. Planning Consultant Allen asked that condition of approval No. 35 be changed to read as follows '***the business shall comply with the LMC and shall operate within the hours between 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily". Chair West opened the Public Hearing. Hugo Contreras 5831 Firestone Blvd, South Gate California 90280 presented his project and asked for the Planning Commission's support to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11; General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02; Zone Change No. 2008-03 and if the Planning Commission would allow the business to operate 24-hours. Chair West asked if the Planning Commissioners have any questions. Irene Garcia 2737 111th Street spoke in opposition to the project. Federico Arellano 2729 111th Street spoke in opposition to the project. Albert Pluma 2624 108th Street spoke in opposition to the project. Chair West closed the Public Hearing. After discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Castro-Ramirez to continue the item to the next regular meeting, seconded by Commissioner Hutcherson. Chair West requested the roll call. Director of Development Services Colin called roll and the motion to continue passed 4-2, Commissioner Patel absent. ROLL CALL AYES: WEST, HUTCHERSON, CASTRO-RAMIREZ & YOUNGER NOES: LANIDEROS & WELLS ABSENT: PATEL ABSTAIN: NONE Item #13: Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan Village I Presentation of Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan (Village I) handout. Recommendation Staff recommended that the Planning Commission receive and file. COMMISSIONER ORALS Commissioner Landeros thanked staff for the Village II report. Commissioner Younger thanked staff and asked for a report regarding the Fernwood Estates project. Vice-Chair Castro Ramirez thanked staff and asked if Commissioner Patel could be excused because she was ill. Chair West thanked staff and complained about the fence/art piece located at Imperial Highway not being maintained properly. Commissioner Wells thanked staff and requested a report on sound block walls. Commissioner Hutcherson thanked staff. STAFF ORALS Director of Development Services Colin thanked Planning Commissioners and staff. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Commissioner Wells, seconded by Commissioner Landeros to adjourn at 9:00 p.m. to the next regular meeting of the Lynwood Planning Commission on February 10, 2009, in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262 Kenneth West, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Jonathan, Colin Development Services Director APPROVED AS TO FORM: Doug Haubert, City Attorney Planning Commission Counsel ITEM #10 CUP NO. 2006-22 ZC NO. 2006-03 GPA NO. 2006-02 DATE: TO: FROM: BY: SUBJECT: APPLICANT: BACKGROUND: February 10, 2009 Honorable Chair and Planning Commission Members Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services Michael Allen, Planning Consultant Conditional Use Permit 2006-11; General Plan Amendment No. 2006-02; Zone Change No. 2006-03 Robert Peraza The subject site, 10700 Alameda Boulevard is located on the south east corner of Alameda Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. In 2003, the property was zoned "M" (Manufacturing) and had a general plan designation of "M" (Industrial), pursuant to the General Plan Update of 2003. In 2004 the property zoning was changed to C-3 (Heavy Commercial), and the general plan designation was changed to "C" (Commercial) in order to accommodate a restaurant. However, no changes to the property were made, such that the property use remained the same for offices, warehousing, and storage. The subject property is intended to provide truck container storage and offices. The applicant is requesting approval to allow a'truck container storage facility for 30 containers, including 57 parking stalls on the property to accommodate the offices, warehousing and storage. The property totals 131,903 square feet. The Site Plan Review Committee recommends approval, and there is no Development Review Board recommendation due to a lack of Board Members. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION: The property totals three acres and is developed with a 43,357 square foot building used for offices, warehousing and storage. There will be a total of 30 spaces allocated for the storage of the truck containers. The proposed 57 parking stalls meeting the required 57 for the property according to the Lynwood Municipal Code. There will be no new construction, only tenant improvements inside the office building to reconfigure offices and storage. The parking layout will also be reconfigured to accommodate the proposed use. In 2003, the General Plan Amendment designated the subject property as "M" (Industrial) and Zone Change designated the subject property as "M" (Manufacturing) 1 (collectively, "2003 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change'. The 2003 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change was environmentally reviewed and approved September 16, 2003 as part as the General Plan Update pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq. ("CEQA"), the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000, et seq.). In 2004, the City Council passed Resolution No. 2004-136, which contained a General Plan Amendment changing the subject property as "C" (Commercial), and Ordinance No. 1556, which contained a Zone Change changing the subject property as "C3" (Heavy Manufacturing) (collectively, °2004 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change'. A Negative Declaration under CEQA was also prepared, indicating that the General Plan and Zone Change in the subject property may have had potentially significant impacts on the environment but mitigation measures were incorporated to reduce the potential significant impacts to a level of insignificance. However, from the date of the passage of Resolution No. 2004-136 and Ordinance No. 1556 to the present, no action or use has occurred or been taken at the subject property, and no environmental conditions have changed, pursuant to the 2004 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change. Thus, the use of the subject property remains the same as those uses permitted under the 2003 General Plan Amendment and Zone Change, and the environmental conditions remain the same as those reviewed under the General Plan Update of 2003. Compatibility with surrounding uses: The proposed project is surrounded to the north, south, east and west by properties zoned "M" (Manufacturing), and general plan designation "M" (Industrial). The proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Change, as well as the proposed use is consistent with the surrounding general plan designation, zoning and uses. Conditional Use Permit: Under Section 25-130-3, Conditional Use Permits, certain findings must be made in order to approve CUP 2008-07. In order to approve the CUP, the Commission must find: "`That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the general plan." The proposed truck container storage and office development is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the Manufacturing designation is intended to provide for development of a wide range of industrial uses, including light and heavy industrial and manufacturing uses. 2 "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, buildings, or structures." The subject property is located along Alameda Boulevard. Alameda Boulevard is predominantly developed with manufacturing uses. In the vicinity of the proposed development are industrial developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. "That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed." The development has been designed to maximize the size and shape of the property. The property can adequately support the container storage, and provides enough off-street parking. "That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district." The proposed development complies with all applicable development standards. "That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of the zoning code." The proposed development meets the development standards of the zoning code, taking into consideration the public health, safety and welfare. General Plan Amendment: Under Section 25-110-1, General Plan Amendments, certain findings must be made in order to approve GPA 2008-02. In order to recommend approval of the GPA, the Commission must find: "That the proposed amendment is in the public interest and that there will be a community benefit resulting from the amendment." In the vicinity of the proposed development are industrial developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. "That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." The proposed truck container storage and office development is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the 3 Manufacturing designation is intended to provide for development of a wide range of industrial uses, including light and heavy industrial and manufacturing uses. 'That the proposed amendment will not conflict with provisions of this zoning code, subdivision regulations, or any applicable specific plan." The proposed development meets the development standards of the zoning code, taking into consideration the public health, safety and welfare. 'In the event that the proposed amendment is a change to the land use policy map, that the amendment will not adversely affect surrounding properties." In the vicinity of the proposed development are industrial developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. Zone Change: Under Section 25-115-1, Zoning Code Amendments, certain findings must be made in order to approve GPA 2008-02. In order to recommend approval of the GPA, the Commission must find: "That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." The proposed truck container storage and office development is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the Manufacturing designation is intended to provide for development of a wide range of industrial uses, including light and heavy industrial and manufacturing uses. "That a proposed zone change will not adversely affect surrounding properties." In the vicinity of the proposed development are industrial developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Amendment are in accordance with the Environmental Impact Report conducted and approved September 16, 2003 for the City Wide General Plan Update. The Zoning Ordinance Amendment is determined to be 4 categorically exempt under California - Environmental Quality Act Section 15332. (a,b,c,d,e). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission conduct a public hearing on the matter and upon conclusion of that hearing, adopt Resolution No. 3226 and findings to approve Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11 and recommend approval to City Council for General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02 and Zone Change No. 2008-03. Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Resolution No. 3226 4. Plans 5 PROJECT PR®FELE Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11, General Plan Amendment No. 2008-02, Zone Change No. 2008-03 Assessor Parcels Numbers 6170-002®026,034, 035,036,037,038,039,040,043. 1. Source and Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Section 25.130.050 sets forth findings approval of a Conditional Use Permit, LMC Section 25.110.3 sets forth findings approval of a General Plan Amendment, and LMC Section 25.115.4 sets forth findings approval of a Zoning Map Amendment. 2. Property Location and Size The subject site, 10700 Alameda Boulevard is located on the south east corner of Alameda Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. 3. Existing Land Uses Site Developed North: Manufacturing South: Manufacturing & Residential West: Manufacturing East: Manufacturing 4. Land Use Designation The subject parcel has a General Plan Designation of Commercial that is consistent with the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zoning. The adjacent properties General Plan and Zoning designations are as follows: Site General Plan Zoning North: Industrial South: Industrial West: Industrial East: Industrial Manufacturing Manufacturing & Residential Manufacturing Manufacturing 5 5. Site Plan Review The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approval subject to conditions of approval set forth in Resolution No. 3226. 6. Code Enforcement History No code enforcement case to date. 7. Public Response None of record at the time of this report. 6 ' L_j ' A 7 10 N F? In,' A, FQ,), r r h+C? - ? ;7 r Se_rttJ?aW. ?.ta i ?' e Ell E107(hS1 ! E P"• r? { 1 b -. 5.?. Y ?y , d )' ?t -_ +V} 9Y • } x r _) 1070.0 ALAMEDA AVENUE ffy Blvd S, i loath r, ' i,z l x r t t .. S2Oa g yE r a? ` ' .r' I Lit • % ' Jt+ h i• ..''.T3 p' ?''+y5"`JY ! mr 114th St ; ? 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Ft?frskilv€f' ? . --.' ? ?? 7 ?, __ ? ?, fir.. ?` r 7 ?, m ' - -- -, •".''- • $1'Yd vt? i", -1'. ?` r ?? . - ! i -. _ .dry t r U x-i d?tfiC1'D " • • Flores i e Y " 01 APPLICANT: - ROBERT PERAZA RESOLUTION No. 3226 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2008-11, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL FOR GENERAL PLAN AMMENDMENT NO. 2008-02 TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION FROM C (COMMERCIAL) TO M (INDUSTRIAL) AND ZONE CHANGE NO. 2008-03 TO CHANGE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM C-3 (HEAVY COMMERCIAL) TO M (MANUFACTURING); FOR THE OPERATION OF A TRUCK STORAGE WITHIN A LOT MEASURING THREE ACRES LOCATED AT 10700 ALAMEDA STREET IN THE C-3 (HEAVY COMMERCIAL) ZONE, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBERS 6170- 002-026, 034, 035, 036, 037, 038, 039, 040, 043 CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, on December 31, , 2008 the Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval of the project to operate a truck storage subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11, General Plan Amendment 2008-02, Zone Change No. 2008-03, and; WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on January 13, 2009 conducted a public hearing and continued the item; and WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on February 10, 2009 conducted a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission has carefully considered all oral and written testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, The General Plan Amendment and Zone Change have been environmentally reviewed and approved September 16, 2003 as part as the General Plan Update pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq. ("CEQA"), the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000, et seq.). The Development Services Department has determined that the Conditional Use Permit will not have significant impacts on the environment and is Categorically Exempt under Section 15332 (a,b,c,d,e). 1 Whereas, on (date), the city council took action to change gpa, zoning to..., however since that date no action has been taken. Section 1. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. That the proposed Conditional Use is consistent with the General Plan. The General Plan Designation for the subject property is "C" (Commercial), a General Plan Amendment is proposed to change the General Plan Designation to "M" (Industrial) zone which is consistent with the Lynwood General Plan policies and goals in the Land Use Element. 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, buildings, or structures; The project would be consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zone development standards to include but not be limited to building height, landscaping and parking. C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed. The site is appropriate in size to allow the operation of the proposed land use. D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district; and The project would comply with development standards set forth in the LMC. E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this Zoning Code. The project would comply with development standards set forth in the LMC and is a permitted use in the C-2 (Light Commercial) zone. Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-11, subject to all conditions, restrictions and limitations set forth as follows: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT ].. The conditional use must be acted upon within one year. The Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void 365 days from the date of approval if not acted on within this period. The expiration date is 2 February 10, 2010. One extension of 1 year may be granted if the extension is requested in writing prior to the end of the valid period, at the discretion of the Development Services Department. 2. The approval of Conditional Use Permit 200811 is contingent upon the review and approval of General Plan Amendment 2008-02, and Zone Change 2008-03. 3. The project shall comply with all regulations and standards set forth in the Lynwood Municipal Code, the California Building Code, the Los Angeles County Fire Code and all City Departments. 4. The project shall be developed in accordance with plans approved by the Lynwood Planning Commission and on file in the Development Services Department, Planning Division. 5. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or structures thereon, shall be first reported to the Development Services Department, for review and approval of said modifications. 6. Prior to plan check the property owner shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this resolution. 7. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. 8. Prior to issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay $0.47 per square foot of new construction to the Lynwood Unified School District. 9. Prior to obtaining a final from Building Division applicant/ property owner shall obtain final signatures from other departments (i.e. Fire Department, Planning, and Public Works/Engineer Department) 10. All appeals must be brought within ten (10) working days of the date of the final action by the Planning Commission, Development Services Director, or Site Plan Review Committee. An appeal will be scheduled for public hearing before the Lynwood Planning Commission. Persons filing the appeal must submit application and pay a fee of $1,083. It. If any legal challenge is brought contesting the issuance of this Conditional Use Permit, General Plan Amendment, Zone Change or Tentative Tract Map, or any conditions stated herein, the applicant 3 shall indemnify and defend the City, including its officials, employees and agents. PLANNING DIVISION' 12. Landscaping shall be a minimum of seven percent (7%) of the gross lot area. Such landscaping and a permanent irrigation system shall be installed in accordance with landscaping/irrigation plans approved by the Development Services Department, Planning Division prior to issuance of building permits. At least five percent (5%) of the parkway area shall be landscaped. 13. All tenant spaces shall have restroom facilities in compliance with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. 14. Re-stripe and maintain the re-striping on the existing parking lot configuration (i.e. stop, circulation arrows, etc). 15. Acoustical construction materials shall be use throughout the commercial units to mitigate noise to the standards and satisfaction of the Building and Safety Division. 16. All driveway and parking areas shall be paved with concrete and permanently maintained and shall have sufficient lighting for security. Such vehicle access and parking areas shall remain clear and accessible for vehicles at all times. Vehicle parking stalls shall be delineated and have bumper guards. Handicap parking stalls shall be provided in compliance with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. 17. Air Conditioners, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, and all other exterior mechanical devices shall be screened from surrounding properties and streets. 18. Any artificial light shall be installed to reflect away from adjoining properties. The applicant shall submit a detailed lighting plan to the Planning Division prior to occupancy. 19. Any fencing or walls shall first be reviewed by the Development Services Department, Planning Division. Prior to installing fencing, the applicant shall obtain approval and permit from the Development Service Department. 20. Refuse Storage Areas: Garbage or trash receptacles shall be metal or plastic containers equipped with overlapping, fly-tight lids, or other comparable containers, as may be approved by the Director of Development Services. Such containers shall be stored in an area that is enclosed on three (3) sides by a solid 4 masonry wall and equipped with a -latched gate. The wall should be six feet (6') in height. 21. Prior to installing signs, a sign permit shall be applied for, approved and obtained from the Department of Development Services. 22. Business owners may not install flashing signs, roof signs, portable signs, including A-frames and sandwich boards. Business owners may not paint any wall signs, place inflatable signs, balloons or flags, and may not place any signs in the public right of way. Signs shall not be installed 'on trees, light poles, fences or landscaping features. 23. No person or persons shall reside on the premises at any time. 24. The property owner shall maintain a pro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and accessory buildings, on a daily basis. Graffiti shall be removed within twenty-four (24) hours. 25. Structures shall be architecturally compatible and exterior colors shall be neutral or earth tone. Trim and architectural fixtures may consist of bright colors. 26. Prior to plan check applicant/property owner shall submit color sample and obtain paint permit from the Planning Division. 27. Prior to plan check, applicant/property owner must submit a written request to the Planning Division for a new address. 28. Address numbers for each tenant space shall be maintained at all times. Such address numbers shall be subject to approval of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. 29. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay Impact Fees totaling $4,387 per 1,000 square feet of building area to the Development Services Department, Planning Division per City of Lynwood Ordinance No 1574. 30. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay Art in Public Places Fees in the amount of 1.5 % per $100,000 project valuation to the Development Services Department, Planning Division or propose an art piece equivalent to the amount per City of Lynwood Ordinance No 1575. 31. All contractors working on the project site must obtain a City Business License prior to commencing any work. 5 32. The applicant shall secure refuse service from the City contracted company. 33. The applicant shall secure water service from the City of Lynwood. 34. All tenants shall obtain a Business License prior to signing lease agreements. 35. Proposed security measures (i.e. guard, dogs, alarms, barb wire, etc.) shall be reviewed by the Planning Division prior to implementation. 36. All activities as described herein shall be confined to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. daily. 37. Trees shall be planted along the BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 38. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are referenced in the following codes. • The California Building Code - 2007 edition; • The California Plumbing Code - 2007 edition; • The California Mechanical Code - 2007 edition; • The Los Angeles County Fire Code - 2007 edition; • The National Electrical Code - 2005 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code of 2007. 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. 39. Applicant/ property owner must provide a copy of permit card signed by all other departments prior to scheduling a final inspection. PUBLIC WORKS/ ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 40. Applicant shall provide documentation that lots composing the property were legally tied together to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. After reviewing the documents, the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division may require the submission and recordation of parcel map or lot merger. 6 41. Applicant shall submit a copy of property deed or recent title report to the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. 42. Applicant shall submit a drainage plan. Drainage will be checked by the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. No permits will be issued prior to the approval of a drainage plan. 43. Applicant shall close existing drive approach and construct proposed drive approaches per APWA standards. 44. Applicant shall install five 36" box street trees per APWA standards along Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Species to be determined by Public Works. A permit to install the trees is required by the Engineering Division. Exact location of the trees will be determined by Public Works at the time the permit is issued. 45. Applicant shall underground existing utilities if any modifications are proposed for the electrical service panel. 46. All Edison vaults and structures shall be placed underground. 47. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. 48. All required water meters, meter service changes and/or fire protection lines shall be installed by the Developer. Each building shall be connected separately. The work shall be performed by licensed contractor hired by the Developer. The contractor must obtain a permit from the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division prior to performing any work. Any and all existing water service lines less than one inch (1'? in diameter shall be abandoned at the water main line per City instructions, each building/tenant shall have its own water service/meter. 49. No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public Works Department have been completed. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 50. Access shall comply with Section 503 of the Fire Code, which requires all weather access. All weather access may require paving. 51. Fire Department Access shall be extended to within 150 feet distance of any exterior portion of all structures. 7 52. Where driveways extend further than 150 feet and are a single access design, turnarounds suitable for fire protection equipment use shall be provided and shown on the final map. Turnarounds shall be designed, constructed and maintained to insure their integrity for Fire Department use. Where topography dictates, turnarounds shall be provided for driveways that extend over 150 feet in length. 53. Vehicular access must be provided and maintained serviceable throughout construction to all required fire hydrants. All required fire hydrants shall be installed, tested and accepted prior to construction. 54. Provide Fire Department or City approved street signs and building access numbers prior to occupancy. 55. Provide water mains, fire hydrants and fire flows as required by the County of Los Angeles Fire Department, for all land shown on map which shall be recorded. 56. The required fire flow for public fire hydrants at this location is 2,500 gallons per minute at 20 psi for duration of 2 hours, over and above maximum daily domestic demand. Hydrant(s) flowing simultaneously may be used to achieve the required fire flow. 57. The required fire flow for private on-site hydrants at this location is 2,500 gallons per minute at 20 psi. Each private on-site hydrant must be capable of flowing 1250 gallons per minute at 20 psi with two hydrants flowing simultaneously, one of which must be the furthest from the public water source. 58. Additional water system requirements will be required when this land is further subdivided and/or during the building permit process. 59. Hydrants and fire flows are adequate to meet current Fire Department requirements. 60. Per the City of Lynwood, the Fire Flow availability form(s) dated November 20, 2007, hydrants and flows meet the current Fire Department requirements. 61. Two (2) architectural set of plans shall be submitted and stamped by the Fire Department. Approved Fire Department plans shall be attached to full set before submitting to plan check. 62. The applicant shall comply with all code requirements and conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 Rickenbacker Road, Commerce, CA 90040, or contact them at (323) 890-4243. 8 Final approvals from the Los Angeles County Fire Department must be obtained prior to issuance of any building permits. Section 3. A copy of Resolution No. 3226 and its conditions shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of February, 2009, by members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Kenneth West, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission Jonathan Colin, Director Douglas P. Haubert, Agency Attorney Development Services Department Planning Commission Counsel ITEM #11 CUP NO. 2008-12 DATE: February 10, 2009 TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services BY: Karen Figueredo, Planning Assistant SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT No. 2008-12 Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035 APPLICANT: Olegario Sanchez PROPOSAL The applicant is requesting approval to operate a car dealership and to build a two hundred (200') square foot one story office located at a vacant lot without an assigned address, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035. The existing property totals 5,000 square feet in area. BACKGROUND The subject property will total 5,000 square feet in area and is located on the north side of Imperial Highway, between State Street and Peach Street, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION The Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) requires automobile /truck dealers, new and used developments in C-3 zones to obtain approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The project is consistent with both the General Plan designation of Commercial and the C-3 zoning for the property. Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25.130.050 sets forth five (5) findings the Planning Commission must make in order to grant a Conditional Use Permit. Following are the findings in bold, and staff responses. A. That the proposed Conditional Use is consistent with the General Plan The General Plan Designation for the subject property is Heavy Commercial that is consistent with the C-3 zoning designation. The 1 project is consistent with the General Plan policies and goals in the Land Use and Economic Development Element. 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, buildings, or structures; The project would be consistent with the C-3 zone pertaining to permitted uses and would satisfy all development standards to include but not be limited to setbacks, building height, landscaping and parking. C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed. The site is appropriate in size to house the proposed project characteristics consistent with the C-3 zone specifications. D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district; and The project would comply with all development standards set forth in the LMC. No variances are necessary. E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this Zoning Code. The project would comply with all development standards set forth in the LMC. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Development Services Department has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines pursuant to Sections 15303(c). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission table Conditional Use Permit 2008-12 because applicant has no paid required fees. Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Vicinity Map 4. Resolution No. 3229 5. Plans (Site, floor and elevations) 2 PROJECT R Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12 Assessor Parcels Number 6170-038-035 1. Source and Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Section 25-25.10 sets forth permitted uses in commercial zones; LMC Section 25.25.040 sets forth development standards in commercial zones and LMC Section 25.130.050 sets forth findings approval of a Conditional Use Permit. 2. Prope!-?j Location and Size The subject property is located at a vacant lot without an assigned address, is located on the north side of Imperial Highway, between State Street and Peach Street, Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035, in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. The property totals 5,000 square feet. 3. Existing Land Uses Site Developed North: Single Family Residential South: Controlled Business West: Heavy Commercial East: Heavy Commercial 4. Land Use Designation The subject parcel has a General Plan Designation of Commercial that is consistent with the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zoning. The adjacent properties General Plan and Zoning designations are as follows: Site General Plan Zoning North: Residential R-1 (Single Family Residential) South: Commercial CB-1 (Controlled) West: Commercial C-3 (Heavy Commercial) East: Commercial C-3 (Heavy Commercial) 5. Site Plan Review The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approval subject to conditions of approval set forth in Resolution No. 3229. 3 6. Code Enforcement History No code enforcement case to date. 7. Public Response None of record at the time of this report. LOC G 1 GPIJ, MA P N?l TAM".?.? ....._ -.... _ r:, .'t ?"•-M ? k'??ft{'f? ha.P... ..#Q3?.., v. ....._ m ? G'1V 6L? j V Ave nAve -COL '- - r` s' . _ = Park '?, t?3?`?VQ{#dAV?- _. ....,_ ,_ ..,_ .._,... .. •? of € f{p . - _ - - i?"?' ??Zti ? caj 0 Crakv?pQLdAve a t s#C/3 s F .,,...c ,? ?d APN 6170-038-035 J!Aky "?Stb} ? 111 I }.y ?. it AvW CASE No,- CUP No. 2008-12 RESOLUTION No. 3229 WHEREAS, on December 31, 2008 the Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval of the project to operate a truck storage subject to Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12, and; WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on January 13, 2009 conducted a public hearing; and continue the item WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on February 10, 2009 conducted a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has determined that the proposal is categorically exempt from the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to Section 15303(c); therefore Section 1. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. That the proposed Conditional Use is consistent with the General Plan. The General Plan Designation for the subject property is Heavy Commercial that is consistent with the C-3 zoning designation; the project is consistent with the General Plan policies. 1 S. 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 project would be consistent with the C-3 -zone and would satisfy all development standards to include but not limited to setbacks, building height, landscaping and parking. C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed. The site is appropriate in size to support the proposed new structure consistent with the C-3 zone specifications. D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district; and The project would comply with all development standards set forth in the LMC. No variances are necessary. E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of this Zoning Code. The project would comply with all development standards set forth in the LMC. Section 2. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby approves the Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-12, subject to all conditions, restrictions and limitations set forth as follows: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 1. The conditional use must be acted upon within one year. The Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void 365 days from the date of approval if not acted on within this period. One extension of I year may be granted if the extension is requested in writing prior to the end of the valid period, at the discretion of the Development Services Department. 2. The project shall comply with all regulations and standards set forth in the Lynwood Municipal Code, the California Building Code, the Los Angeles County Fire Code and all other City Departments. 2 3. The project shall be developed in- accordance with the plans approved by the Lynwood Planning Commission and on file in the Development service Department, Planning Division. 4. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or structures thereon, shall be first reported to the Development Services Department, Planning Division, for review of said modifications. 5. The property owner shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this resolution prior to issuance of building permits. 6. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. 7. All appeals must be brought within ten (10) working days of the date of the final action by the Development Services Director, or Site Plan Review Committee. 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 $1,083. PLANNING DIVISION 8. The subject property shall be used, solely, and only for auto car sales by licensee, unless, reviewed and approved by the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency and the City Planning Commission. 9. Only four (4) cars are allowed in the display area (as shown on plans). 10. Applicant shall mark designated guest and employees parking stalls (four are required) measuring 9' by 20'. 11. All driveways shall be permanently paved, maintained and remain clear and accessible for vehicle access at all times. 12. The automotive sales lot shall provide adequate vehicular circulation so as not to create traffic problems. 13. A fence plan shall be submitted for any further fencing requirements. 14. Structures shall consist of non-reflective materials to include brick, stucco, wood, metal, concrete, or other similar materials. 3 15. Air conditioner, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, swimming pool pumps and heaters and all other mechanical devices shall be located within the rear yard. Such equipment shall be screened from surrounding properties and streets and operated so that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of neighboring residents, in accordance with the City's Noise Ordinance. 16. Seven percent (7%) of the total area of the site shall be improved with well maintained landscaping as approved by the Director of Development Services. A landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Development Services Department. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed in all landscaped areas to ensure proper maintenance and shall be included in the landscaping plan. 17. All activities as described herein shall be confined to the hours between seven o'clock (7:00) A.M. and nine o'clock (9:00) P.M. daily. 18. Any artificial light shall be designed to reflect away from adjoining properties and public right-a-ways. 19. No damaged or wrecked vehicles shall be stored on site. 20. A trash storage area shall be provided and consist of solid block on three (3) sides, a minimum of five feet (5? in height, with a sight-obscuring door. Trash storage area shall be located so as not to block vehicle access or parking areas and is accessible to the solid waste company. 21. The sales lot shall be permanently paved and maintained. Adequate off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance. 22. The required off-street parking shall be permanently striped, identified and subject to review by the Planning Division. 23. The applicant shall not sublease for other uses. 24. Prior to plan check applicant/property owner shall submit color sample and obtain a paint permit from the Planning Division. 25. Prior to plan check applicant/property owner shall submit a written new address request to the Planning Division. 4 26. All contractors working on the project site must obtain a City business license prior to commencing any work. 27. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Development Impact and Art Fees. City of Lynwood Ordinance No 1575. 28. Prior to the installation of signs, the applicant or tenant shall submit detailed plans and obtain applicable permits. 29. No sandwich boards, A-frame signs, inflatable signs, or painted wall signs shall be permitted at any time. 30. The owner and/or tenant shall maintain a pro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti on a daily basis. 31. The applicant or property owner shall not store commercial vehicles on the street. Employees shall park on-site only. 32. Proposed security measures (i.e. guard, dogs, alarms, barb wire, etc.) shall be reviewed by the Planning Division prior to implementation. 33. No person or persons shall reside on the premises at any time. 34. Prior to operating the business, the applicant shall obtain a City of Lynwood business license. Such business license shall be kept current and up to date. 35. Property owner shall secure water service from City, and refuse disposal services with the City contracted firm. BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 36. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are referenced in the following codes: ® The California Building Code - 2007 edition; ® The California Plumbing Code - 2007 edition; ® The California Mechanical Code - 2007 edition; ® The Los Angeles County Fire Code - 2007 edition; ® The National Electrical Code - 2005 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code of 2007. 5 In case 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. 37. Applicant/ property owner must provide a copy of permit card signed by all other department prior to schedule a final inspection. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/ ENGINEERING DIVISION 38. Provide documentation that lots composing the property were legally tied together to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. After reviewing the documents, the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division may require the submission and recordation of parcel lot merger (may be required to merge lots 19 and 22). 39. Submit a copy of property deed or recent title report to the Department of Public Work/Engineering Division. 40. Submit a drainage plan. Drainage will be checked by the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. No permits will be issued prior to the approval of a drainage plan. 41. Reconstruct damaged sidewalk, along Assessor Parcel Number 6170-038-035. 42. Reconstruct damaged and substandard drive approach (es), per APWA standards. (to be used for ingress and egress as shown on site plan). 43. Connect to public sewer. Each building shall be connected separately. Construct laterals as necessary. Minimum size required is six (6") inches. When connecting to an existing lateral, a City approved contractor shall verify the size of such lateral and shall provide proof of its integrity by providing a videotape of the lateral to the Department of Environmental Services/Engineering Division. Any and all existing sewer laterals less than six inches (6'? in diameter shall be abandoned at the property line per City instructions. 44. All required water meters, meter service changes and/or fire protection lines shall be installed by the developer. Each building shall be connected separately. The work shall be performed by a license contractor hired by the developer. The contractor must obtain a permit from the Department of Environmental Services/Engineering Division prior to performing any work. Any and all existing water service lines less than one inch (I") in diameter shall be 6 abandoned at the water main line per City instructions. Each building/tenant shall have its own water service/meter. This area is serviced by Park Water Co. 45. No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public Works Department have been completed. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 46. Submit two complete set of architectural drawings to the Fire Prevention Engineering Section Building Plan Check Unit. Contact (323) 890-4125 for additional information and submittal location. 47. The applicant shall comply with all code requirements and conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 Rickenbacker Road, Commerce, CA 90040, or contact them at (323) 890-4243. Final approvals from the Los Angeles County Fire Department must be obtained prior to issuance of any building permits. Section 3. A copy of Resolution No. 3229 and its conditions shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 13th day of January, 2009, by members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: 7 Kenneth West, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Jonathan Colin, Director Douglas P. Haubert, Agency Attorney Development Services Department Planning Commission Counsel 8 ITEM #22 CUP NO. 2008-110 GPA NO. 2008-011 ZC NO. 2008-02 & TTM NO. 2008-01 DATE: February 10, 2009 TO: Honorable Chair and Planning Commission Members FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services BY: Michael Allen, Planning Consultant SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment 2008-01; Zone Change 2008-020 Conditional Use Permit 2008-10; Tentative Tract Map 2008-01 APPLICANT: Habitat for Humanity, Robert Dwelle 17700 South Figueroa Gardena, CA 90248 BACKGROUND: The subject property is located on the North side of Imperial Highway between Pine Avenue and Jackson Avenue. The existing 0.65 acre lot is developed with two attached residential units that were built in the mid 1950's. The property is zoned "R-1" (Residential Single Family), with a General Plan designation as "R-1" (Single Family Residential). Habitat for Humanity (Applicant) has entered into an agreement with the City of Lynwood Redevelopment Agency to demolish the existing structures and construct ten (10) new affordable units. The Agency receives Set Aside Funds, which are required by State law to be used to increase and improve the community's supply of low and moderate income housing. Hence, each of the Affordable Units shall be sold to a Very Low Income Household and shall thereafter be restricted for sale to Very Low Income Households, if possible, or, in the alternative, to a Low Income Household for a period of forty-five (45) years. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION: Proposed Project The applicant is proposing to construct five (5) craftsman style duplex's, totaling ten (10) single family dwellings arranged in an L shape configuration with a central common area and a meandering walking path. Two of the duplexes have one type of design (Style A) and three of the duplexes have an alternate design (Style B). The two building styles alternate and the units are offset from another to create a village like arrangement of units. The two building types have different roof line and porch Recommendations for approval are based on the following findings taken from Chapter 25-110-3 Findings Required. "That the proposed amendment is in the public interest and that there will be a community benefit resulting from the amendment." In the vicinity of the proposed development is mixed low and high density residential developments. Currently the project site is underdeveloped; the surrounding properties will be positively impacted by the proposed development. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. "That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." The proposed development is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the Residential designation is intended to provide diverse residential opportunities and lifestyles to fit the current and future needs of Lynwood. The proposed amendment will allow for a higher density to meet the current and future housing needs at a more affordable cost. "That the proposed amendment will not conflict with provisions of this zoning code, subdivision regulations, or any applicable specific plan." The proposed development meets the development standards of the zoning code, taking into consideration the public health, safety and welfare. "In the event that the proposed amendment is a change to the land use policy map, that the amendment will not adversely affect surrounding properties." In the vicinity of the proposed development are residential developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. Zone Change At the present time, the subject site is zoned "R-1" (Residential Single Family). North of the subject site currently is designated as °R-1" (Residential Single Family); East is designated at "R-1" (Residential Single Family); South is designated as "R-3" (Residential Multi Family) and "R-2" (Residential Two Family); And west is designated as "R-3" (Residential Multi Family). By rezoning the subject site to "PRD" (Planned Residential Development), this will be compatible with the surrounding uses to the west and south. However the uses.to the north and east will remain low density zoning. 3 Recommendations for approval are based on the following findings taken from Chapter 25-115-4 Findings Required. "'That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." The proposed development is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the Residential designation is intended to provide diverse residential opportunities and lifestyles to fit the current and future needs of Lynwood. The proposed amendment will allow for a higher density to meet the current and future housing needs at a more affordable cost. "That a proposed zone change will not adversely affect surrounding properties." In the vicinity of the proposed development are residential developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. The General Plan designates the properties as Single-Family residential. Changing the General Plan designation to Medium-Density Residential and the Zoning to Planned Residential Development will be increasing the allowable density and will be increasing the supply of potential housing to meet current and future needs of the City. The Medium-Density Residential provides for the development of medium-density town homes, and single-family residential developments. This land use allows for a maximum of 18 dwelling units per net acre. Additionally, a condominium development is permitted in the PRD (Planned Residential Development) Zone with a Conditional Use Permit. Therefore the applicant is applying for a Conditional Use Permit. Conditional Use Permit Recommendations for approval are based on the following findings taken from Chapter 25-130-5 Basis for Approval or Denial. "That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the general plan." The proposed residential use is consistent with the goals and policy of the Lynwood General Plan in that the Residential designation is intended to provide diverse residential opportunities and lifestyles to fit the current and future needs of Lynwood. The proposed amendment will allow for a higher density to meet the current and future housing needs at a more affordable cost. 4 "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, buildings, or structures." In the vicinity of the proposed development are residential developments that will be positively impacted by the uses provided at the subject site. Therefore the proposal will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. "That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed." The development has been designed to maximize the size and shape of the property. The property can adequately support the ten units, and provides enough off-street parking. "That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district." The proposed development complies with all applicable development standards. "That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of the zoning code." The proposed development meets the development standards of the zoning code, taking into consideration the public health, safety and welfare. The proposed development consists of ten condominium units. All units are two stories, three bedrooms and approximately 1,500 square feet. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Project has been environmentally reviewed pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq.("CEQA"), the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000, et seq.), and the City's Local CEQA Guidelines. The General Plan Amendment and Zone Change have been noticed and posted according to CEQA/NEPA project guidelines, and staff has determined that the proposed Conditional Use Permit is Categorically Exempt Section 15332, in that the project is characterized as an in-fill development. RECOMMENDATION Upon review of the proposed development, staff has determined that approval of the project, as proposed by the applicant, would not substantially depreciate property values in the area or would unreasonably interfere with the use or enjoyment of the 5 properties in the vicinity or endanger the public peace, health, safety or general welfare of the city. The applicants request to change the General Plan designation to Medium-Density Residential is consistent with the goals and objectives of meeting the current housing needs of the city as well as the proposed Zone change is consistent with the proposed General Plan Amendment. The proposed development is well designed and will provide a quality residential project that will improve the aesthetics of the area. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission conduct a public hearing on the matter and upon conclusion of that hearing, adopt Resolution No. 3230 and findings to recommend approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01 and Zone Change No. 2008-02, and approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10 and Tentative Tract Map No. 2008-01 as conditioned. Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Resolution No. 3230 4. Plans OPROJECT PROFILE Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10, General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01, Zone Change No. 2008-02, Tentative Tract Map 2008-01 Assessor Parcels Number 6192-023-024 1. Source and Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Section 25.130.050 sets forth findings approval of a Conditional Use Permit, LMC Section 25.110.3 sets forth findings approval of a General Plan Amendment, and LMC Section 25.115.4 sets forth findings approval of a Zoning Map Amendment. 2. Properly Location and Size The subject site, 4237 Imperial Highway is located on the north side of Imperial Highway. 3. Existing Land Uses Site Developed North: Residential South: Residential West: Residential East: Residential 4. Land Use Designation The subject parcel has a General Plan Designation of Single Family Residential that is consistent with the Single Family zoning. The adjacent properties General Plan and Zoning designations are as follows: Site General Plan Zoning North: Single Family Res. Single Family Res. South: Multi Family Res. Multi Family Res. West: Single Family Res. Single Family Res. East: Multi Family Res. Multi Family Res. 5. Site Plan Review The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approval subject to conditions of approval set forth in Resolution No. 3230. 6. Code Enforcement History No code enforcement case to date. 7. Public Response None of record at the time of this report. LOCATION MAP r' ,Q 1t'1 , ,f Bryson Ave_ •??P?_, ?i ? ? ??'^ - -., f ? ? "- ,---_•_ ? ?StarrdA_id Ave???'- _.._ ?_ _. ?. ? ?a ? ? ?? '•? '', ' ; . %` t ?? ? " ? ? : ? ??F?" ? ? - Hunt Ave - ? ?. _ ?,_ ._- ?? ? ?? - Com sh AVe t - - " ? J I, 44 ep°QAe 1 tf0 ? i i Avrs? iu64+M _ ?? N Nr E S SITE ADDRESS: 4237 Imperial Highway CASE No.: -CUP No. 2008-10, GPA No. 2008-01, 2C No. 2008-02 &TTM No. 2008-01 L_-j.__.. f ( _? t Annetta Ave .: JaakSO`nAve? _-- -12D e _j L ?- ( { „ r rti-_ w Orange Ave 1a -- i.P A APPLICANT: -Habitat for Humanity S LUTI IV No. 3230 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2008-01 CHANGING THE GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION FROM R-1 (SIGNLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R-3 (MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL); ZONE CHANGE NO. 2008-02 CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO PRD (PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT); AND APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2008-10 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 2008-01 PERMITTING THE DEVELOPMENT OF FIVE (5) DUPLEX'S, CONSISTING OF 10 CONDOMINIUM UNITS LOCATED AT 4237 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 6192-023-024, CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, on January 28, 2009 the Design Review Board Committee recommended approval of the project to develop five (5) duplex's, ten (10) units total subject to General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01, Zone Change No. 2008-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10, and Tentative Tract Map No. 2008-01 and; WHEREAS, on January 28, 2009 the Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval of the project to develop five (5) duplex's, ten (10) units total subject to General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01, Zone Change No. 2008-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-10, and Tentative Tract Map No. 2008-01 and; WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on February 10, 2009 conducted a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission has carefully considered all oral and written testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, The Project has been environmentally reviewed pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000, et seq.("CEQA"), the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Sections 15000, et seq.), and the City's Local CEQA Guidelines. The proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Change have been duly published and posted 1 according to CEQA/NEPA project guidelines and the Development Services Department has determined that the Conditional Use Permit will not have significant impacts on the environment and is Categorically Exempt under Section 15332 (a,b,c,d,e); and WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission approves the requested parking concession according to SB 1818 guidelines and standards. Section 1. In order to recommend approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2008-01 to the City Council, the Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. "That the proposed amendment is in the public interest and that there will be a community benefit resulting from the amendment." B. "That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." C. "That the proposed amendment will not conflict with provisions of this zoning code, subdivision regulations, or any applicable specific plan." D. "In the event that the proposed amendment is a change to the land use policy map, that the amendment will not adversely affect surrounding properties." Section 2. In order to recommend approval of the Zone Change No. 2008-02 to the City Council, the Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. "That the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the general plan." B. "That a proposed zone change will not adversely affect surrounding properties." Section 3. In order to approve Conditional Use Permit 2008-10 the Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. "That the proposed conditional use 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, buildings, or structures." 2 C. "That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed." D. "That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district." E. "That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of the zoning code." Section 4. In order to approve Tentative Tract Map 2008-01 the Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. The subdivision meets all the applicable requirements and conditions imposed by the State Subdivision Map Act and the Subdivision Regulation of the Lynwood Municipal Code Chapter 24. B. The proposed subdivision of lots is consistent with the applicable elements of the General Plan and the Official Zoning Ordinance of the City of Lynwood. C. Proper and reasonable provisions have been made for adequate ingress and egress to the subdivided lots. Section 5. The Lynwood Planning Commission based upon the aforementioned findings and determinations, hereby recommends approval of General Plan Amendment 2008-01 and Zone Change No. 2008-02 and approves Conditional Use Permit 2008-10 and Tentative Tract Map 2008-01 subject to all conditions, restrictions and limitations set forth as follows: CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 1. The conditional use must be acted upon within one year. The Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void 365 days from the date of approval if not acted on within this period. The expiration date is February 10, 2010. One extension of 1 year may be granted if the extension is requested in writing prior to the end of the valid period, at the discretion of the Development Services Department. 2. Within twenty-four (24) months, after approval or conditional approval of the Tentative Tract Map, the subdivide shall file with the City of Lynwood, a Final Tract Map in substantial conformance with the Tentative Tract map as 3 Conditionally approved, and in conformance with the Subdivision Map Act and the Subdivision Regulations of the City of Lynwood. 3. No grading permit, building permit or a certificate of occupancy shall be issued prior to recordation of the Tract Map or another appropriate instrument approved by the City of Lynwood, in conformance with the Subdivision Map Act of the State of California and the Subdivision Regulations of the City of Lynwood. 4. Extension of the Tentative Tract Map approval shall only be considered if the applicant or his/her representative, submits a written request for extension to the Development Services Department stating the reasons for the request, at least thirty (30) days before map approval is due to expire, pursuant to, and in compliance with, Section 25-180, of the subdivision regulations of the City of Lynwood. 5. The approval of Conditional Use Permit 2008-10 and Tentative Tract Map 2008- 01 is contingent upon the review and approval of General Plan Amendment 2008-01, and Zone Change 2008-02. 6. The project shall comply with all regulations and standards set forth in the Lynwood Municipal Code, the California Building Code, the Los Angeles County Fire Code and all City Departments.. 7. The project shall be developed in accordance with plans approved by the Lynwood Planning Commission and on file in the Development Services Department, Planning Division. 8. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or structures thereon, shall be first reported to the Development Services Department, for review and approval of said modifications. 9. Prior to plan check the property owner shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this resolution. 10. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. 11. Prior to issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay $2.97 per square foot of new construction to the Lynwood Unified School District. 4 12. Prior to obtaining a final from Building Division applicant/ property owner shall obtain final signatures from other departments (i.e. Fire Department, Planning, and Public Works/Engineer Department) 13. All appeals must be brought within ten (10) working days of the date of the final action by the Planning Commission, Development Services Director, or Site Plan Review Committee. An appeal will be scheduled for public hearing before the Lynwood Planning Commission. Persons filing the appeal must submit application and pay a fee of $1,083. 14. If any legal challenge is brought contesting the issuance of this Conditional Use Permit, General Plan Amendment, Zone Change or Tentative Tract Map, or any conditions stated herein, the applicant shall indemnify and defend the City, including its officials, employees and agents. 15. Landscaping shall be a minimum of seven percent (7%) of the gross lot area. Such landscaping and a permanent irrigation system shall be installed in accordance with landscaping/irrigation plans approved by the Development Services Department, Planning Division prior to issuance of building permits. At least five percent (5%) of the parkway area shall be landscaped. 16. Acoustical construction materials shall be used throughout the residential units to mitigate noise to the standards and satisfaction of the Building and Safety Division. 17. All driveway and parking areas shall be paved with concrete and permanently maintained and shall have sufficient lighting for security. Such vehicle access and parking areas shall remain clear and accessible for vehicles at all times. Vehicle parking stalls shall be delineated and have bumper guards. Handicap parking stalls shall be provided in compliance with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. 18. Air Conditioners, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, and all other exterior mechanical devices shall be screened from surrounding properties and streets. 19. Any artificial light shall be installed to reflect away from adjoining properties. The applicant shall submit a detailed lighting plan to the Planning Division prior to occupancy. 5 20. Any fencing or walls shall first be reviewed by the Development Services Department, Planning Division. Prior to installing fencing, the applicant shall obtain approval and permit from the Development Service Department. 21. Refuse Storage Areas: Garbage or trash receptacles shall be metal or plastic containers equipped with overlapping, fly-tight.. lids, or other comparable containers, as may be approved by the Director of Development Services. Such containers shall be stored in an area that is enclosed on three (3) sides by a solid masonry wall and equipped with a latched gate. The wall should be six feet (6') in height. 22. Property owner(s) shall maintain a pro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and accessory buildings, on a daily basis. Graffiti shall be removed within twenty-four (24) hours. 23. Structures shall be architecturally compatible and exterior colors shall be neutral or earth tone. Trim and architectural fixtures may consist of bright colors. 24. Prior to plan check applicant/property owner shall submit color sample and obtain paint permit from the Planning Division. 25. Prior to plan check, applicant/property owner must submit a written request to the Planning Division for new addresses. 26. Address numbers for each property shall be maintained at all times. Such address numbers shall be subject to approval of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. 27. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay Impact Fees totaling $4,387 per 1,000 square feet of building area to the Development Services Department, Planning Division per City of Lynwood Ordinance No 1574. 28. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall pay Art in Public Places Fees in the amount of 1.5 % per $100,000 project valuation to the Development Services Department, Planning Division or propose an art piece equivalent to the amount per City of Lynwood Ordinance No 1575. 29. All contractors working on the project site must obtain a City Business License prior to commencing any work. 30. The applicant shall secure refuse service from the City contracted company. 31. The applicant shall secure water service from the City of Lynwood. 6 32. Proposed security measures (i.e. guard, dogs, alarms, etc.) shall be reviewed by the Planning Division prior to implementation. 33. A creeping vine shall be planted and maintained along all perimeter block walls. 34. All landscaping shall be continuously maintained free of weeds, debris, litter or temporary signage. BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 35. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are referenced in the following codes. ® The California Building Code - 2007 edition; ® The California Plumbing Code - 2007 edition; ® The California Mechanical Code - 2007 edition; The Los Angeles County Fire Code - 2007 edition; ® The National Electrical Code - 2005 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code of 2007. 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. 36. Applicant/ property owner must provide a copy of permit card signed by all other departments prior to scheduling a final inspection. PUBLIC WORKS/ ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT 37. Applicant shall submit a drainage plan. Drainage will be checked by the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. No permits will be issued prior to the approval of a drainage plan. 38. Applicant shall reconstruct damaged sidewalk, along 4237 Imperial Highway. 39. Applicant shall construct new drive approach(es) per APWA standards. 40. Applicant shall connect to public sewer. Each building shall be connected separately. Construct laterals as necessary. Minimum size required is six (6) inch. When connecting to an existing lateral, a City approved contractor shall verify the size of such lateral and shall provide proof of its integrity by providing a video tape of the lateral to the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. Videotaping and verification of sewer later size and conditions must be 7 done in the presence of City Engineer/ Inspector. Any and all existing sewer laterals less than six (6) inches in diameter shall be abandoned at the property line per City instructions. 41. Applicant shall install two (2) 36" box street trees per APWA standards along imperial Highway. Species to be determined by Public Works. A permit to install the trees is required by the Engineering Division. Exact location of the trees will be determined at the time the permit is issued,. 42. Applicant shall re-grade parkway and landscape with grass. 43. Applicant shall underground all new utilities. 44. Applicant shall underground existing utilities if any modifications are proposed for the electrical service panel. 45. All Edison vaults and structures shall be placed underground. 46. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. 47. All required water meters, meter service changes and/or fire protection lines shall be installed by the Developer., Each building shall be connected separately. The work shall be performed by licensed contractor hired by the Developer. The contractor must obtain a permit from the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division prior to performing any work. Any and all existing water service lines less than one inch (1") in diameter shall be abandoned at the water main line per City instructions, each building/tenant shall have its own water service/meter. 48. This project may be 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, Engineer division. 49. No final sign off shall be given until all conditions of approval from the Public Works Department have been completed. LOS /ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 50. Two (2) architectural set of plans shall be submitted and stamped by the Fire Department. Approved Fire Department plans shall be attached to full set before submitting to plan check. 8 51. The applicant shall comply with all code requirements and conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 Rickenbacker Road, Commerce, CA 90040, or contact them at (323) 890-4243. Final approvals from the Los Angeles County Fire Department must be obtained prior to issuance of any building permits. Section 6. A copy of Resolution No. 3230 and its conditions shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of February, 2003, by members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Kenneth West, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission Douglas P. Haubert, Agency Attorney :ment Planning Commission Counsel 9 i d 7 . t v?i?L?La?ei R?. ti r bE - q. V ACH BOULEVARD SPECIFIC PLAN village RH ITEM #13 LONG EACH BLVD. SPECIFIC PLA VILLAGE 11: 1.1 DOWNTOWN VILLAGE I: EXISTING BUSINESSES Downtown Village II, is intended to provide mixed land use. It is bounded by Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to the north, I-105 to the south, California Avenue along the eastern section, and Bellinger Street to the west. Downtown Village II is focused on mixed use development with retails, commercial, civic and residential uses adjacent to the transit-oriented area comprising a half-mile radius from the Green Line on I-105 freeway. The combination of ground-level pedestrian-oriented business, second-floor office space, and residential uses will create a highly livable area for the residents of the City, shoppers and people who work on Long Beach Boulevard. The architectural design guidelines, landscape design guidelines, and site-specific recommendations establish the framework for the mixed-use projects that will revitalize the area. 1.2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Development Standards for Downtown Village II are enumerated below: Development Standards Village II Maximum Floor Area 0.7 of the lot size. Ratio Dwelling Units 30 du/ac Permitted on second story and above Lot Size No minimum acreage, parcel consolidation recommended. Building Height 190 feet maximum. Landscape Area 7 percent minimum of the site area. Courtyard and Patio Additional 3 percent to the above 7 percent for a total of 10 requirement percent. Front Setback Current requirement of a 10 foot minimum. Setback will be a increased on parcel to parcel basis to accommodate an 18-foot sidewalk. Side Street Setback Current requirement of 10 foot minimum. Rear Setback 5 foot minimum. Porches Residential To allow for their use, residential porches shall have a minimum clear depth of six feet and shall be a minimum of 50 square feet. SETBACKS AND BUILD TO LINES New non-residential and Setbacks may be increased up to 12 feet for outdoor seating or mixed-use development sales (e.g. product display). Features such as overhangs, porticos, balconies, loggias, arcades, covered non- enclosed bicycle parking, pergolas, and similar architectural features placed on the front (street-facing) side of the building shall be allowed within the setback. New residential development Front porches, overhangs, porticos, balconies, loggias, arcades, covered (non-enclosed) bicycle parking, pergolas, and similar architectural features placed on the front (street- facing) side of the building shall be allowed within the setback. LOT AND DWELLING SIZE New multiple-family Minimum lot area of 20,000 Not withstanding the minimum development square feet. lot area requirement, a new development shall be allowed a minimum net lot area of 1,250 square feet per unit. BUILDING FRONTAGE In order to support the pedestrian oriented environment within AND FACADES the Specific Plan area, building frontages onto streets and open spaces shall be maximized. BUILDING ENTRY If a building is adjacent to a transit street or a major pedestrian access way, at least one main building entry shall be oriented to the adjacent transit street and/or major pedestrian access way. A pedestrian way shall be provided from the building entry to the transit street or major pedestrian access way. RESIDENTIAL AMENITIES • Multiple-family with four (4) or more dwelling units shall provide usable common open space for passive and active recreational uses. • Usable open space can include roof decks accessible to all residents in the development. • Within multiple-family residential projects, a minimum of 100 square feet of usable private open space shall be provided. • Usable open space areas shall not include public or private rights-of-way; vehicular parking areas; areas adjacent to or between structures less than 15 feet apart; required building setback areas, private patios or yards; or areas having a slope greater than 3:1. OPEN SPACE • All common open space associated with multiple-family developments with four or more dwelling units shall include, at a minimum, 7 percent of the site for landscape and 3 percent of each unit's square footage to be combined for community facilities uses (e.g., pools, spas, clubhouses, atriums, courtyards, barbeques, and shade structures). • All new development shall incorporate an element of public art equivalent to 1 percent of the total building cost. 1.3 PARKING REQUIREMENTS PER LAND USE TYPE Parking requirements need to be tailored to the land use mix for each specific development project. Demographic and- locational factors and the evolving nature of transit ridership directly impact parking requirements for projects. It is recommended that proponents of mixed-use projects prepare a parking demand analysis based on the land use mix and the generation rates in the context of the transit location. Parkin Requirements Retail/Commercial component • 1/300 square feet of retail. • 1/400 square feet of commercial. • 1/100 square feet of restaurant. Multi-Tenant retail/commercial 1/100 square feet. Residential component Tandem parking permitted in garage. Additional Innovative Measures. 1. No parking is required for uses under 2,500 square feet if parking is available within 600 feet. 2. Allow curbside parking spaces and shared spaces within 600 feet to be counted in the requirement to allow further reductions in off-street parking for mixed-use projects and those with good transit access. 3. Curb parking along residential uses will count toward visitor parking requirements only. The minimum linear frontage is 22 feet per parallel parking stall and 9 feet for head-in and angled parking. Off-Street Parkin Off-street parking Shall be located to the rear and/or interior of a lot such that its visibility from a street shall be minimized. At-grade, aboveground, or At grade parking structures shall have a minimum frontage as belowground parking outlined in Chapter 4.0 Architectural Design Guidelines. structures shall be permitted. Surface parking lots Shall be placed between the structure and a side or rear lot line. Where a lot fronts onto two or more streets, parking shall be located accordingly • Along the street with the least amount of commercial activity; or • Along the street with least amount of pedestrian activity if the lot is located along two or more commercial streets with equal amounts of commercial activity. Garages single-family Whether attached or detached garages, shall be set back at residential least 10 feet behind the primary front facades of the buildings they serve. The primary front facade shall comprise at least 50 percent of the overall width of the primary residence and the 10- foot setback shall not be measured from projections such as bay windows and porches, but from the facade of the wall which encloses the building. Parking structures in commercial and mixed-use areas fronting on a street shall include ground- floor uses to create a pedestrian-supportive interface with the abutting sidewalk. If a use cannot be provided, appropriate landscaping shall be used as screening. Parking structures, including structures developed in conjunction with the Transit Center shall adhere to the same setbacks, frontage, and height requirements as buildings within their respective neighborhood zones. Podium parking used in any development shall be partially submerged with the above grade height not to exceed 5 feet. Landscaping shall be used to screen exposed openings. A wall or fence between 4 and 6 feet in height shall separate parking lots from abutting residential uses with landscaping as stated in the Landscape Plan. Walls and fences shall take on the character of residential uses. Bicycle parking will primarily be on the sidewalks along the side streets that connect to Long Beach Boulevard. 1.4 LOCATION OF VEHICLE ACCESS Conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles entering and exiting parking lots shall be minimized. Access from pedestrian-oriented streets shall be avoided unless no other reasonable access is available, such as in lots with a single-street frontage and no alley. Where alleys are present, driveways leading to parking lots, and loading and service areas shall be accessed from the alley. Lots with more than one street frontage and no alley shall locate vehicular access along the street with the least amount of pedestrian activity. All loading and service drives shall be of a depth that prevents loading and service vehicles from obstructing the sidewalk and roadway. Access • Driveways shall not dominate the street frontage, and driveway widths shall be minimized to reduce their presence along the street. • Where feasible, driveways shall be consolidated within the single lot and shared with adjacent properties to minimize their encroachment upon sidewalks. • Shared driveway agreements shall be utilized where possible for shared parking, and loading and service areas. To avoid encroaching upon sidewalks and creating uneven pedestrian surfaces, driveway slopes shall be located between the roadside edge of the sidewalk and the curb. Loading and Service Area Location Loading, service, and refuse areas shall be located at the interior of the lot and screened from view with walls, trellises, planting, berms, or by integration into the design of the building. Walls shall not exceed 6 feet in height. Solid walls shall be landscaped to soften their appearance and shall be made of finished materials to match the primary building. Decorative elements, variation in materials, and articulation shall be used. 1.5 CUSTOMIZED USES Each village area is defined in precise terms to ensure that the range of permitted and conditionally permitted uses respects -the intent of the plan and the conditions encountered in each area of the site. Table 3.F outlines the permitted (P), conditionally permitted (C), and prohibited (N) uses within the Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan. DETERMINATION OF UNLISTED USES The Development Services Director, upon written request, or the Planning Commission, upon referral by the Planning Director, shall be allowed to determine whether a use not specifically listed as a use that is principally permitted or conditionally permitted in the Specific Plan area should be given such designation based upon a similarity to uses already allowed. Table 3X - Customized Use List RESIDENTIAL Assisted Living N C N N Boarding, rooming and lodging facilities N C N N Duplex P P N N Mobile Home Park N N N N Multiple-Family P P N N Residential Care facilities (nursing home, rest home, convalescent home, or elderly congregate care) N C N N Residential Housing for the Elderly C C N N Single-Family Attached P P N N Single-Family Detached P N N N COMMERCIAL SERVICES AND RETAIL Ambulance service N N N N Animal sales and services P P N N Auto/recreational rentals/sales, new and used P N N N Banks and Savings and Loans P P P P Boarding, rooming and lodging facilities C C C C Catering Services P P N P Cemetery N N N N Children's Day Care Services C C C N Funeral and mortuary services P N N N Grooming, indoor only P P P P Massage parlors, escort service N N N N Nurseries C N N N Pawn Shops/Check Cashing C N N N Personal Services P P P P Recycling facilities N N N N Table IF - Customized Use List Retail Sales & Service .. P .. P P 'Busl P Retail sales and supply P P P P Secondhand stores C N N N Self Service Car Wash N N N N Service Stations P N N N Storage N N N N Swap meets C N N N Tattoo parlors N N N N Vehicle equipment sales C C N N Vehicle repair facilities C C N N Veterinary services P P N C COMMERCIAL RECREATION/ENTERTAINM ENT Adult Businesses N N N N Amusement arcades C C C C Bowling alleys C C N N Dance halls C C N N Golf Courses N N N N Gyms, fitness centers < 2,000 square feet P P P P Gyms, fitness centers > 2,000 square feet P P N N Indoor sports/recreation P P N N Live theater venues C C C N Movie theaters C C C N Pool/billiard halls C C N N Tennis, swimming clubs C C N N COMMUN/TYAND HUMAN SERVICES Drug abuse and alcohol recovery centers N N N N Emergency shelters N N N N Hospitals, Medical Clinics N N N N Public utility/communication facilities N N N N Schools, public/vocational/trade C C N C Transitional housing N N N N Educational facilities P P N C Facilities for the mentally disordered, handicapped, dependent, or neglected persons N N N N EATING AND DRINKING Bar, cocktail lounge, tavern C C C N Bona-fide restaurant P P C C Dinner Theatre C C N N Drive through C C N N Food court in/out door P P P P Live entertainment/dancing (incidental) C C C N Table IF - Customized Use List Nightclub N C N N Take out only C C N C With fast food or take out P C N N FOOD AND BEVERAGE SALES Food markets, grocery stores C C N C Food, mini-mart convenience stores C C C C Liquor and wine stores C C N N Supermarket C C N N MIXED USE Live/Work N N N P Lofts P P C P Mixed Uses, vertical/horizontal C P P P PROFESSIONAL OFFICE Administrative and other offices P P P P Medical/Dental, massage therapy, and chiropractic P P N P Real Estate, Insurance P P N P Temporary Office Uses C C N C TOURIST SERVICES Bed and breakfast C C N C Hotel and motel C C N N Recreational vehicle park N N N N Single-room occupancy N N N N Ticket agency P P P P Travel agency P P P P TEMPORARY AND INTERIM USES Outdoor Uses (except plaza-related uses) C C C C Outdoor vendor carts N N N N Christmas Tree, Pumpkin, similar lots C C N N Parking Lot Sales N C N N Street/Craft Fair Farmers Markets C C N N Table Notes: 1. Existing non-conforming uses shall be subject to the provision of Chapter 25-15.2 of the City of Lynwood Zoning Ordinance. 2. Since Downtown Village II provides the greatest level of flexibility of all the Villages identified in the Specific plan, it will be especially important to ensure that any development or combination of uses in this area meets with the intent of the Specific Plan. The findings identified in the Infrastructure, Implementation, and Maintenance Plan of the Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan shall be used to confirm that uses proposed consist of the appropriate mix and are compatible with uses permitted in and adjacent to Downtown Village fl. 1.6 SIGN REGULATIONS New signage within the Specific Plan and with the requirements established district) of the City's Municipal Code 11; 1506, 2. area shall conform to the standards stated herein by Subsection 25-33.4 (sign standards by zoning and City Ordinance Numbers 1972 17-122; 1025, General Sign Standards 1. Signage shall not reduce clear sidewalk width to less than 8 feet. Opaque signage shall not reduce permeability of street-fronting windows to less than the minimum clear window requirement within Chapter 4.0 Architectural Design Guidelines. 2. One address number no more than 6 inches vertical lettering shall be attached to the building in proximity to the principal entrance or at a mailbox. 3. Non-residential corner buildings shall have their addresses attached to the building, clearly visible from the intersection, and have 12-inch vertical lettering. 4. One blade sign for each separate business entrance may be permanently installed perpendicular to the facade. Such a sign shall not exceed a total of 6 square feet unless otherwise approved by the Development Services Director. 1.7 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN GUIDELINES These design guidelines apply to new construction and the facade improvement of the existing small businesses located in Downtown Village II. ARCHITECTURAL STYLES. The architectural style recommended for the buildings in Village II is Italianate. Spanish Colonial Identifying features of this style include low-pitched mostly hipped roofs, overhanging eaves with decorative brackets underneath, tall windows sometimes with an arched or curved top, horizontal belt courses, corners quoins, pediment entry elements, and feature tower elements. MASSING AND ARTICULATION Varied and Articulated Buildings 1. The buildings shall have a clear distinct base, main body, and top sections, the base should establish human scale for pedestrians and visually join the building to the ground. The base shall be defined by a change of material, color, or architectural elements such as arcades and/or projecting structural elements. The base shall be visually divided from the main body with the help of a horizontal belt course, awnings, and series of openings, projections, or cornices. The main body of the building shall be architecturally divided to reduce the height and mass. The top of the building shall be sloped roof, cornice, or treated parapet wall according to the architectural style of the buildings. 2. Varied multilevel rooflines defined by tops of parapets or eaves are required to achieve vertical building articulation. 3. The main pedestrian entrance for the upper stories shall be clearly visible from the main street. It shall be architecturally treated with recessed entry, private courtyard, lobby, vestibule, or other architectural entry treatment. 4. Header heights shall be maintained to unify the different building masses and convey a harmonious street scene. 5. Building corners at major intersections shall be architecturally emphasized and have tower-like elements higher than the rest of the building. Building Walls 1. Long blank walls shall be avoided. In order to achieve an interactive pedestrian streetscape, 70 percent of the first-story fagade wall shall have glazing, either with windows, entrances, or openings. Blank building wall areas more than 300 square feet shall be treated architecturally with balconies, railings, shutters, corbels, pilasters, tile insets, or other three-dimensional acceptable architectural projections. Fagades shall be architecturally subdivided into 25' to 50' vertical modules to create a traditional "Main Street" appearance. 2. The first-floor businesses are required to be articulated with the use of recessed entries, insets, canopies, awnings, arcades, etc. On the residential units above, architectural features such as balconies, porches, corbelled projections, wrought iron window balconies, and other three-dimensional architectural elements shall be provided to achieve building wall articulation. 3. Individual wall mechanical units are allowed but need to be flush to the exterior with decorative grille and have dimensional trim finished the same as the surrounding architecture. 4. All building fagades shall be architecturally treated. STREET FACADES 1. The main store entrance shall be oriented toward Long Beach Boulevard. 2. Retail and commercial uses are encouraged to decorate their storefronts with different materials and colors original to the architectural style. 3. Windows and doors shall be placed to facilitate natural surveillance. 4. The glass fagades of the businesses, such as doors, windows, and display glass, may not be boarded or covered by paint, large banners, or other large opaque materials. REAR OR SIDE ELEVATIONS The rear and side elevations shall face the side streets, parking areas, or the residential areas. 1. Rear and side elevations, considered as secondary entrances to the retail or residential units, shall be architecturally treated. 2. Service and storage areas shall be well screened and sited. Loading areas shall be located away from the main and public view streets whenever feasible and well screened. 3. Business signage and lighting shall be provided for the patrons to identify the stores. 4. Awnings, display windows, and other architectural elements should be used to enhance the elevation and appeal to the customers. 5. Side and rear elevations facing residential areas shall be complementary to that use in its architectural details, lighting, signage, etc. 6. Mechanical units shall be concealed from public view by landscaping or, if roof- mounted, by decorative parapets and/or other architectural elements. COURTYARDS 1. Internal building courtyards are required to be incorporated into the building design. 2. Courtyards shall be private or semipublic gathering spaces serving as common open area for the residential complex, restaurant outdoor dining, or urban informal gathering space. 3. The building courtyards can be formal gardens or urban spaces surrounded with loggias for shaded seating and set with fountains and lush landscaping elements. 4. Environmental factors such as sun, prevailing winds, and humidity shall be considered while designing courtyards in order to provide proper ventilation to the buildings. AWNINGS AND PROJECTIONS 1. The size of the awnings and canopies shall be proportional to the building. Long continuous awnings and/or canopies are discouraged. 2. The first-floor awnings and/or canopies must be between 8' and 10' above the surface where they project and can project a maximum of 5' into the right-of- way. 3. The style of the awning and/or canopy shall complement the style of the architecture of the building. The storefront awning should be fabric mounted over a metal structure or frame or permanent architectural awning material derived from the building architecture to which it is attached. 4. Internally illuminated awnings and canopies with or without signage should not be used. Materials and Color 1. Stucco on the exterior wall shall be smooth to light sand finish or light dash finish. 2. Walls shall use stucco, wood, and wood-like materials. 3. The main stucco color shall be of light earth tone colors per attached color palette. 4. Roofs shall be terracotta to brown hues per attached color palette. 5. Bright accent colors and tile colors are encouraged. BUILDING SIGNAGE Building signage on Long Beach Boulevard shall be pedestrian-oriented and shall be proportional to the building size. The signage shall create interest and contribute to the lively "Main Street" experience. 1. The signage shall be architecturally compatible to the building style. 2. Illuminated box signs, roof signs, and pole signs are not allowed. 3. Building-mounted marquee signage intended for the motorists should be designed as part of the architectural fagade of that building. It should not obscure or hide architectural features of the building. 4. Blade signs must provide 8' clearance from the finished grade level and can project a maximum of 2'-6" from the face of a building wall to the front of the sign. 5. The structural supports for the signage should match the architecture of the building to which it is attached. 6. Signage is not allowed on the sloping portion of the building awning or canopies. 7. Cloth and paper signs are not allowed. Signs must be made of permanent materials such as metal, wood, ceramic, stone, etc. and shall complement the material and style of the building. 8. Window signage cannot be more than 2 square feet. 9. Individual backlit letters are permitted for signage. 10. A comprehensive signage program shall be submitted to the City of Lynwood for approval. BUILDING LIGHTING The main purpose of building lighting is to provide safety and illumination around the building. 1. The lighting design shall be compatible to the architectural style of the building and shall be integrated with the architectural design of structures. 2. There should be no sky globe effect or light spillage onto other properties. 3. Building signs illuminated above or below by spotlights are permitted. 4. Flashing or blinking lights are not permitted. GARAGES 1. Podium parking and parking entrances facing streets shall be architecturally treated. 2. Garage entrances shall be recessed from the facade of the building. 3. Vehicular entrances for the podium parking structure shall be architecturally treated and make an entry statement for the vehicles. ITALIANATE ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS 1. The roof shall be flat or low-pitched with concrete flat clay tile, concrete 'S,' or clay tile. 2. The eaves shall have an overhang of 12" to 36". 3. Eaves with decorative brackets detailing underneath are recommended. 4. Arched arcade elements at the commercial front and covered balconies are recommended to enhance the architectural style of the building. 5. The windows shall be typically tall and narrow proportionally for the residential and business uses, which form the main body of the buildings. 6. Windows can be in pair or triple configurations. 7. Window sashes shall be most commonly with one or two-pane glazing. 8. Some feature windows shall be arched above and have U-shaped crowns, often with brackets. 9. Rectangular windows shall have simple window trims or pediment crowns. 10. Door tops shall be in same shape as the windows with large-pane glazing. 11. Entry porches shall be covered, commonly supported by square posts with beveled corners. MATERIALS AND COLORS 1. Walls shall be of stucco with stone or precast concrete accent elements. 2. The stucco shall be light-colored, off-white to medium hues. 3. Roof fascias, windows, and door trim shall be of stucco, stone, cast concrete, or wood 4. Fascia shall match the stucco color or be a lighter or darker version of the stucco color. 5. Sloped roof shall have flat or 'S' tile roof. The roof tiles shall be terracotta, red, brown, or grey blends. 6. Balconies shall have decorative wrought iron railing, concrete precast balusters, or stone balusters. 7. Precast elements are recommended for entries to residential complexes, parking structures, and other commercial entrances. Italianate-Color Palette (The following SHERMAN WILLIAMS or equal colors should be used.) FASCIA/TRIM/WOOD ACCENTS 7004, 7012, 7029, 7036, 7050, 6112/6113, 6126/6127, 6133/6134, 6140/6141 & 6154/6155 STUCCO/ PRECAST CONCRETE ELEMENTS (FIELD COLOR) 7029, 7036, 7050, 6058-6060, 6113-6116, 6127-6130, 6134-6137,141-6143, 6155-6157, 6169-6171 & 6162-6164 ACCENT COLORS (WROUGHT IRON/SHUTTERS/ENTRY/MULLIONS) 2802, 2811, 2819, 6006, 6034, 6076, 6090, 6118, 6124, 6153, 6174, 6207, 6215, 6243, 6265, 6327, 6990 & 7076 ROOF ('S' TILE) Terracotta Blends, Brown Blends, Grey Blends, Brown/Terracotta Blends, Brown/Green Blends & Tan/Brown/Terracotta Blends 1.8 DOWNTOWN VILLAGE II DESIGN GUIDELINES The following design guidelines apply to Downtown Village I: 1. Minimum sidewalk width: 18 feet. 2. Planting width: 3-4 feet. 3. Sidewalk Material: PCC. 4. Planting Materials: Mexican Fan Palm or Canary Island Date Palm, Fichus (specimen tree), and Bougainvillea (vine). Figures 5.6 through 5.10 illustrate the landscape plan in Downtown Village II. 5. Street Furnishings: Street lighting, outdoor seating, bicycle racks, trash receptacles, and other amenities are provided on the sidewalk. 6. Street lighting will also carry banners designed to announce special civic or cultural events. 7. Water elements should be implemented into the streetscape without acting as a barrier to pedestrian circulation. Small fountains or vertical water falls attached to the building fagade would work best due to the limited sidewalk space. 8. Street Intersections: The major intersection at Imperial Highway and Long Beach Boulevard is marked by enhanced paving across the intersection. The pedestrian walking zone is especially important as this is a busy intersection with movement of pedestrians, bicyclist, and vehicles. Pedestrian bulb-outs should be considered to reduce the pedestrian crossing distance and time. This also improves pedestrian visibility. 9. Landmark Element: A landmark element in the form of an archway or gateway is planned at the northeast and southwest corner of Imperial Highway and Long Beach Boulevard. This should be a major landmark that adds to the ambience of this intersection as a "Town Square" for the City. Planning Division counter hours are between 7:00-10:00 A.M. and 3:00-6:00 P.M. Monday-Thursday only. If you have any questions, please call at (310) 603-0220 extension 247.