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HomeMy Public PortalAboutA 2008-04-08 - PLANNING COMMISSIONc>tty o~ ~YNWOOD ~l City vlAeeting ChaQQenges 11330 BULLIS ROAD LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262 ~~;~~A LYNWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11330 BULLYS ROAD LYNWOOD, CA 90262 April 08, 2008 6:30 P.M. PLANNING COMMISSIONERS Lourdes Castro-Ramirez Chair Kenneth West Zelda Hutcherson Vice-Chair Commissioner Rita Patel Rebecca Wells Commissioner Commissioner COMINISSION COUNSEL Law Office of Aleshire and Wider Douglas P. Haubert Assistant City Attorney STAFF Jonathan Colin, Karen Figueredo, Director Planning Assistant Kimberly Gonzalez, Administrative Analyst I ~~~~~r ~C~~~ 7 P~sLLr~.-ems RECEi~E9~ CITY OF LYNWOOD CITY CLERKS OFFICE 'ypq~ app ~> ~ zoo$ ripf ~ ~ '~ F TIB'1~'11~'~ll"~1~1~i5~6 . l~rr~ r{ -m-r ~y E Alex Landeros Commissioner Bifl Younger Commissioner Harden Carter, Associate Planner Jose Sanchez Intern OPENING CEREMONIES 1. Call meeting to order. 2. Flag Salute. 3. Roli call of Commissioners. 4. Recognition to former Planning Commissioners. 5. Certification of Agenda Posting. 6. Minutes of Planning Commission Meetings: March li, 2008 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 CONTINUED REGULAR AGENDA NONE NEW REGULAR AGENDA a 9. Lynwood Municipal Code Parking Requirements REQUESTED BY: Ted Chan Proposal Request has been received by Mr. Ted Chan to have the Planning Commission review the current parking requirements. The Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 25 provides regulations that govern the minimum standards for all propose land uses, building and structures. The minimum standards are also applied to any proposed additions, and substantial modifications to existing land uses or structures. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the item, and direct staff as to whether the Planning Commission desires to amend the Lynwood Municipal Code's Parking Standards. 10. Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-02 APPLICANT: Verizon Wireless/Milestone Wireless APN 6189-019-900 Proposal Request approval to relocate existing temporary facility, measuring 12 feet by 30 feet, the installation includes a prefabrication equipment shelter and 76 feet monopine tower within a 1,357 square foot lease area on property located at 5107 Josephine Street between Atlantic Avenue and Wright Road, in the OS (Open Space) zone. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3207 approving Conditional Use Permit No.2008-02 11. Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15 APPLICANT: Donald Chae 3100 Imperial Highway APN 6171-001-050 Proposal Request approval for a two (2) years extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15, a proposal to develop a temporary parking lot for the Plaza Mexico Shopping Center on a vacant lot (former K & K Furniture) consisting of 392 parking stalls with landscaping around the perimeter. The subject property is located at 3000 Imperial Highway in the M (manufacturing) zone. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3208 approving a one (1) year time extension for Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15 COMIL~IISSION ORALS 3 STAFF ORALS ADJOIJRNMEIVT Adjourn to the regular meeting of the Lynwood Planning Commission on May 13, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262. 4 AGENDA ITEM N®. 5 MYNdJTES 03-1g-08 LYNWOOD PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, March 11, 2008 The Lynwood Planning Commission met in regular session in the City Hall Council Chambers. Chair Castro-Ramirez called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m. Commissioner Younger led the Flag salute. Chair-Castro Ramirez requested to move on to item #3 which is the ceremony to swear in the new commissioners, City Clerk Maria Quinonez assisted with the ceremony. City Clerk Maria Quinonez swore in the new commissioners. Chair-Castro Ramirez requested that the commissioners say a few words before joining the rest of the commission. Commissioner Wells stated that she was surprised that she was appointed to the commission and looked forward to serving her city. Commissioner Hutcherson stated that she was a resident for the last 35 years and has been very active in Lynwood Community activities. She has been involved in AARP, and has served in the Public Safety Commission; four years ago she was elected Ms. Senior Lynwood. She has a background in Urban Studies at USC. Commissioner Landeros stated that he has been in the City of Lynwood for 22 years; he is very enthusiastic to work with everyone. Chair-Castro Ramirez stated that she would introduce everybody. She introduced Commissioner Younger who has been with the commission for a year, Commissioner Patel has been with the commission for 7 years, Vice Chair West has been with the commission for 15 years, and she has been in the commission for 3.years and Chair for a year. She followed with the official greeting. Chair-Castro Ramirez requested the roll call. Interim Director of Development Services Manager Colin called roll. Commissioners Hutcherson, Landeros, Wells, Patel, Younger, West and Castro-Ramirez answered the roll call. Also present were Development Services Interim Director Jonathan Colin, Planning Assistant Karen Figueredo, Administrative Analyst I Kimberly Gonzalez, Public Works Civil Engineering Associate Josef Kekula, Development Services Intern Jose Sanchez and Planning Commission Counsel Douglas Haubert. Chair Castro-Ramirez inquired if the Agenda had been duly posted Interim Director of Development Services Colin indicated the agenda had been duly posted. Item # 5 Minutes February 12, 2008 Chair Castro-Ramirez announced agenda item #5, minutes of February 12, 2008, Planning Commission. Motion by Commissioner Patel to approve the February 12, 2008 minutes, seconded by Vice Chair West. Chair Castro-Ramirez requested roll call. Interim Director of Development Services Colin called the roll call and the motion to approve the minutes passed 4-0, with the new commissioners not voting since they were not present at that meeting Item #6: Swearin4 In Sneakers Chair Castro-Ramirez requested City Clerk Quinonez to swear in citizens wishing to speak on any agenda item. Item #7: Public Orals Council Member Rodriguez stated on behalf of the mayor that he came to congratulate all seven of the members especially the new commissioners, wished them the best luck in the world, and stated they were going to love it. Back in 1999 he was also a commissioner. As a matter of fact, he had the pleasure to serve with Rita Patel, unfortunately because of political turmoil he was on the commission for one year. He also stated they would enjoy it. Inaudible Chair Castro-Ramirez stated to present the staff presentation on rubber sidewalks. Inaudible Item #8: Rubber Sidewalks Administrative Analyst I Gonzalez presented the staff report. Gonzalez stated Commissioner West required staff to do a small report on rubber sidewalks. For many of you that are not familiar with rubber sidewalks it's a new concept that many cities are trying out avoid the problem with tree roots lifting up the cement sidewalks. These rubber sidewalks are made of recycled tires. They are 100% recycled tires that are grinded down with other chemicals, and then are cut into small squares. The benefits of having rubber sidewalks are that when the tree roots begin to spread out the rubber bends around it, so it doesn't easily uplift the sidewalk, it doesn't crack it. The other benefit to it is that the rubber sidewalk withstands weather especially freezing temperatures. There are many cities like Seattle, Washington that are currently testing them out to make sure that in that type of weather, the rubber panels will withstand. The cost is more expensive than cement sidewalks; as it was seen in the report the cost is $8.75 per square foot, but in the long term, the cost out weigh the benefits because you don't have to replace them as often as cement sidewalks. The other thing is that should the tree roots begin to uplift the rubber panels, staff meaning city employees can easily uplift the panels and trim the roots and then put them back down into the ground as opposed to have them go out to bid and get a contractor to come in and replace the cement sidewalk. We have forwarded this information to the Public Works Department seeing how sidewalks are under their jurisdiction. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated if anybody had any questions to stafF regarding this presentation. Commissioner Younger inquired about the life expectancy of the material used for the rubber sidewalk. Administrative Analyst I Gonzalez stated that since it's a new concept right now at this point they are not sure what the life expectancy would be, Rubber Sidewalks is a local company here in Gardena. Attached is a pamphlet for you, which states that three years later they are still in place and is easier to trim the roots. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated the city doesn't have this sidewalk but is looking into it Inaudible Civil Engineering Associate Kekula stated that ten years ago or so they did look through the rubberized sidewalk, thought it was the same company. 10 to 12 years later you will still look at the same sidewalk. Chair Castro-Ramirez asked Interim Director of Development Services Colin that as you look at the street ordinance, will it apply to all new development that is coming to the city. Interim Director of Development Services Colin replied yes. Commissioner Wells stated that Public Works in Santa Monica started the company so their data may be a little skewed since they have an economic interest, and like to see the data in Torrance, Cerritos, and Alhambra, would also like this to be taken into consideration because it is too expensive. Inaudible Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that rubberized sidewalks also required an additional coding. Vice Chair West asked if when it comes to the installation, do they put any type of weed control down as you would in your lawn, a weed barrier to help remove. Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that he doesn't have an answer for that. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated if our city has many trees impacting the actual sidewalks because if you look at the images they are big trees and if the City of Lynwood has that many sidewalks like that or has an assessment been done. Civil Engineering Associate Kekula stated that he has received complaints about sidewalks; depends on the species more than anything the age of the tree. We have done many streets and sidewalks repair, but some of them are from private properties. Chair Castro-Ramirez asked if there are any additional questions or recommendations. Commissioner Hutcherson stated one of the questions that came to her mind was that the fact that it is a new product, and if it is a new product usually it is a prototype, they have a testing process that they can test materials before they utilize them. Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that the company is the only one working with the concept and that they are willing to give the city some of the material to test it out. He had a conversation with the Director of Public Works and they've looked in to this and they haven't selected the area to test it out. Commissioner Landeros asked what would be the impact for heavy duty equipment. Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that he did see some of that and the noise level will be decreased. Commissioner Landeros stated that it would be really helpful especially for heavy duty traffic. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated that there are no additional questions and thanked staff for the report and got a lot of feedback on the analysis. Then stated we'll go back to the agenda which is a presentation by the staff, Mr. Colin would you please? Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that we wanted to do this during staff orals just to mention that there are some trainings. Planning Commission Counsel Douglas Haubert stated it is not agenized we shouldn't have a full discussion but we just need simple questions and simple answers. A state law requires certain officials to get periodic update in training, generally refers to AB1234 but it's an ethic training. We talked a little bit earlier today about possibly the benefit of the procedure, and thought the best thing is for staff to come up to some proposals and maybe put them on the agenda for the next meeting, we can brake them up into different groups so you wont have everything at the same time. At some point in the future he thought everyone will be encouraged to attend some training which will include both conflict of interest and things to look out for as decisions are coming up and also general procedure duties in the conduct of the meeting. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated that we can agendize it for the next meeting. COMMISSIONER ORALS Commissioner Younger thanked Ramon Rodriguez for being with us and second, would like to congratulate all the commissioners that were reappointed, and lastly would like to welcome the new council. Commissioner Patel stated that she would like to welcome the new commissioners and the new council also would like to congratulate all the commissioners that were reappointed and looked forward to working with all of the commissioners. Commissioner Hutcherson stated that she looks forward to working with all of you. Commissioner Landeros stated that he wanted to thank council member Rodriguez for being here and for his support, Mr. Colin, and that it was nice being here with all of you. Commissioner Wells thanked everyone for welcoming her, appreciate that, it was her first meeting here, also wanted to thank Council Member Rodriguez for being here, and thanked Karen for her warm greeting as she came to the door. Vice Chair West congratulated all the members and welcomed all. Was hoping to have the 700 forms tonight. The other thing was to exchange phone numbers and email address so they can keep in touch. Also requested pins for the new members. Chair Castro-Ramirez stated she was talking to Mr. Colin about having on the next agenda an item to thank and honor the commissioners that are no longer with the commission. Also for the new members of the Commission this is the most dynamic commission meeting in the city. Thank all staff and welcome back to everyone. STAFF ORALS Administrative Analyst I Gonzalez stated that she ordered plaques for outgoing Commission members. Interim Director of Development Services Colin stated that staff will do their best to send the mail and that he would pass the 700 form, once completed to turn it in to the City Clerk's Office. Chair Castro-Ramirez asked if Mr. Colin still takes pictures of the commissions. Interim Director of Development Services answered yes, need to schedule with the city photographer. Also stated a lot of communication goes on in our email which seems to work great and if the commission needs to give us a call we'll be there. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner West made the motion to adjourn at 7:31p.m., seconded by Commissioner Patel to adjourn to the next regular meeting of the Lynwood Planning Commission on April 8, 2008 in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262. AGENDA ITEPq No. 9 Lynwood N9unicipa9 Code Parking Requirements DATE: April 8, 2008 TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services SUBJECT: Parking Requirements BACKGROUND Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25-65-1 regulates the parking and loading requirements to ensure that all land uses provide adequate off street parking facilities and adequate facilities for vehicle movement and loading activities associated with a use. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION A request has been received by Mr. Ted Chan to have the Planning Commission review the current parking requirements. The Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 25 provides regulations that govern the minimum standards for all proposed land uses, buildings, and structures. The minimum standards are also applied to any proposed additions, and substantial modifications to existing land uses or structures. On September 9, 2003 the Lynwood City Council adopted an Update to the Lynwood General Plan. On March 15, 2005 the Lynwood City Council adopted an ordinance implementing an Updated Zoning Code that included four (4) new zoning districts (specific plan, open space, public facilities and civic center overlay), revised development standards and amended land uses to be consistent with the General Plan. After use of the zoning code for nearly a year, staff identified some deficiencies that needed to be amended. The revisions were primarily minor modifications pertaining to signs, fences, parking, land uses and procedures. On February 14, 2006 staff and the Planning Commission reviewed proposed amendments to certain sections of the Zoning Code (Chapter 25). The Commission recommended additional revisions and the item was continued. On March 2, 2006 the Lynwood Planning Commission recommended approval of the ordinance to the City Council. The proposed amendments (Attachment 1) included the following: • Section 8 - LMC 25-65-6: Amend residential parking to require three-car garages for residences with four (4) or more bedrooms. Require minimum 400 square foot interior dimensions for two-car garages. Also allow carports in addition to garages. The parking requirement applies to all residential uses; pursuant to Section 25-65-2 (b), at the time the building or structure is added onto, enlarged, or the use is intensified so as to cause a need for additional parking, parking and loading spaces shall be provided for both the existing units, and the modified or enlarged portions. The Lynwood City Council approved resolution 1572 on April 4, 2006 approving the proposed amendments to Chapter 25. Specifically, the first three rows of Table 65-1 in Section 25-65-60, Number of Automobile Parking Spaces Required was amended as follows: TABLE 65-i NUMBER OF AUTOMOBILE PARKING SPACES REQUIRED Use Re uired Number of S aces Residential Uses Single-family If the primary residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, the , detached and primary residence shall have a 2-car garage, which shall be at least in the attached 20 feet by 20 feet of interior space, and an additional delineated , R-1 districts parking area. c ~ ~. a ~ e,...^ ....a .. ~ ., ., f°. su... ~.,.,~..,... ~~ If there is more than one residence on a lot, that residence shall have a 2-car garage. " ^ ^^a ••°~} ^`~" `°~•~^ ' .. ~' ^~ ~° --••' °-'r°~~~^°° ~°'°~ Carports may be approved in addition to the required garage(s), but in no way shall be sued to re lace the re uired ara e. ,..~ ~,. ,.h ..~. ~ ~°a^ ~,. ..,, .. Single-family duplex units and multiple-family aW -- ,- - ~ If a residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, that residence shall units in the R-2 have a 2-car oarage which shall be at least 20 feet by 20 feet of zone districts interior space and an additional delineated parking area. If a residence consists of 4 or more bedrooms, that residence shall have a 3-car ara e which shall be at least 20 feet b 30 feet of interior -2- space and an additional delineated parking area. Car~rts may be approved in addition to the required garaae(s), but in no way shall be used to replace the required garage In addition one guest space shall be provided for every two dwelling units, not including spaces on driveways plus the followina: 3 spaces for each on-site rental or sales office for development of 100 units or less, plus 1 additional space for each additional 100 units or fraction thereof. Single-family, duplex units, multiple-family, condominiums f a residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, that residence shall , townhouses have a 2-car aarage which shall be at least 20 feet by 20 feet of , and similar interior space and an additional delineated parking area. If a developments in residence consists of 4 or more bedrooms, that residence shall have the R-3 and PRD a 3-car aarage which shall be at least 20 feet by 30 feet of interior zone districts space and an additional delineated parking area Carports may be approved in addition to the required garage(s), but in no way shall be used to replace the required aarage. In addition one guest space shall be provided for every two dwelling units not including spaces on driveways, plus the followina: 3 spaces foe each on-site rental or sales office for developments of 100 units or less, plus 1 additional space for every additional 100 units or fraction thereof. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the item, and direct staff as to whether the Planning Commission desires to amend the Lynwood Municipal Code's Parking Standards. Attachments: 1) Ordinance 1572 2) Changes to Zoning Code 3) Survey -3- ORll1IYANCF. NO. 1572 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OP' "fHE. CITY OI~ LYNWOOD AMI;NDLNG CERTAIN SHCTIONS OP TITLE 25 (ZONLNG) OF TIME LYNWOOD MUNICIPAL COD13 INCLUDING SIGNS, FENCES, DEVELOPMEN"f STANDARDS AND USES. WHERF..AS, the zoning code is the implementation tool of the Generd Plan and shall be consistent with the General Plan; and WI-IEREAS, the Lynwood City Council adoptc;d an update of the Lynwood General Plsn on September J, 2003; and WHEREAS, the Cily Council approved an overall update of the Lynwuod Zoning Codc and the new zoning code became effective on April U, 2005; and WHEREAS, after implementing the new zoning code for ten months staff has identified certain deficiencies and recommends certain amendments to the code; mtd WHEREAS, the amendments to the Zoning Codc are minor in nature and no further environmental review fs required. The General Plan included an Environmental hnpact Report (EIR) and the Zoning Code Upda[e included a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND). Provisions in the E[R and MND address potential impacts pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines. NOW, ThIEREPORE, "fHE CITY CWNCII. OP TI~[E CI"I'Y OI' LYNWOOD llOES HEF.EL'Y ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: Section L Existing Section 25.10.070, Maximum Projections into Yards, shall be repealed in its entirety and a new section 25.10.70 shall be added to the Lymvood Municipal Code to read as follows: 25.10.70 Maximum Projections into Yards a) All required yard arceLS shall be open and unobstructed from lnished grade to the sky, except that projections into yard areas shall be permitted as indicated in Table 10-1. 'fhe arehitectrnal projections listed in the table must be attached to the principal building existing or planned on the lot. b) Detached accessory structures may encroach into required side and rear ycu~d setback areas provided that a minimum setback of five feet (5') shall be observed for all side and rear property lines. c) Existing residential structures that encroach into required setback areas in all residential zones, may apply for ono-story addition development permits provided that the addition meets all conforming required setbacks. Section 2. Existing Section 25.10.120, Fences, Walls, and I~ledgcs, is repealed in its entirety, and a new Section 25.10.120 shall be added to the Lynwood Zoning Codc as follows. 25.10.120 Fences, Walls, and hedges (a) In residemial districts the maximum height of all fences, walls, and hedges at all locations, except in the required front yard, is six feet (6~, unless otherwise stated in this Chapter. In all other districts, the maximum height at all locations, except the required Gont yard, is eight Ceet (8'), unless otherwise stated in this Chapter. The height shall be measured from the top of wall to finished grade- All new solid block walls located in the side yard and roar set backs abutting rights of way shall be set back 12 inches therefrom- and at base gradq shall be planted with the creeping f g plant. h. wood picket or PVC picket (9) Spacing: Open fence material shall not exceed two inches (2") in width nor be spaced less than four inches (4") apart. (10) Retaining ~~':dls: 'fhe height of retaining walls in the front yard shall be dual to or less- than thirty inches (30"). The total height of any wall in a front yard, including a retaining portion, shall be equal to or less than forty-ci ghl inches (48"). 1 L Fenecs or walls shall provide a gate or other suitable opening no Icss than thirty inches (30") in width to provide access to primaq~ or accessory structures. 12. Penees, which were legally constructed prior to the adoption of this Zoning Code, but made nonconforming as a result of the adoption of the Zoning Code, arc exempt from amortization. (13.) Prohibited h'cnce Material: Fences, in their entirety, or portions thereof, shall not be comprised of the following materials: a. chain link b. barb wire c. chicken wire d. razor wire c. fiberglass f corrugated plastic g. gypsum board (d) Permit Required: NI new fences in all zoning districts, including block walls, require a pem~it from [he Development Services Departrnenl, Planning llivision. All applications for a City permit for installation of a Cence shall: 1. fSe made in writing upon the application form approved by the City Mtmager or his or her designee, and be accompanied by the permit fee set by and amendal by City Council resolution; and 2. Include a plot plan that identifies the location of fence(s); and 3. Include an elevation plan containing a description of the materials to be used in constructing the fence and/or the fence supports and all of the dimensions, including but not limited to, width, height, depth, and length of the fence and/or the fence supports; and 4. Include a notlrized letter from all abutting land owners consenting to the location of the fence. In absence of the notarized letter, a survey from a licensed engineer delineating the property lines of the person applying for the fence permit. (e) lVolice of Granting or Rejecting of Permit The Depamneut of llcvelopment Services llirector or his/her designee shall notify fhe applieuri of the decision to grant or deny the permit In the case of denial, the applicant shall be notif ed to his/her right of appeal to the Planning Commission. (n Right of Appeal to Planning Commission I . The decision of the Director oC Development Services may be appealed to the Planning Commission in accordance with the Lymvood Municipal Code. 2. In considering the appeal, the Planning Commission shall determine whether the applicant demonstrated that the fence has met the following criteria: a. Aesthetically attractive; b. Compatible with surrounding properties; c. Demonstrate continuity of design with other conforming fences on surromtding properties; d. Not hannfu] to public health, safely or welfare 3. Notice of the Planning Commission's decision shall he mailed to the appellant within ten Q O) business days of the decision personally, or by certified United States mail, return receipt requested. The decision shall include notification of Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure. Should the certified mailed notice be returned to the City for any reason, the City shall cause a copy of the same to be mailed to the property owner shown on the last cyualized assessment roll by regular first-class mail wish postage fully paid. 4. .On appeal, the Plmming Commission shall conduct the hearing and may uphold, reverse, or amend any decision of the Director of Development Services. The decision of the Planning Commission shall base its decision on findings. Seclimt 3. Existing Section 25.10.13Q General Design Compatibility and Enhancement, is hereby amended to add subsection (c) to read as follows: (c) Exterior colors shall consist of neutral or earth tone colors for buildings and structures. Trim and architectural features may consist of brighter colors. lJpon construction of a new residence or second story addition, all structures on the property shall require authorization of City approved colors. Section 4. Existing Cable 25 25-1 in Section 2520.03Q Development Standards, shall be amended to add Nole (d) and shall read as follows: NOTE'S: (d) Within the same lot, building separation shall he a minimum of ten feet (10') from residence to residence, and a minimum oC six feet (6') (tom resideuee to accessory shvcture or Crom accessory structure to accessory structure. Section 5. Existing Table 2525-I, Section I. Commercial Development Standards, shall be amended [o reFlect the following: reduce the rear yard setback for commercial zones from 20' to S. Section 6. Existing Section 252Q08Q Outdoor Display and Storage shall be amended to add Subsections (g), (h) and (i) and shall read as Iollows: (g) Outside displays shall be limited to two (2) items or a maximum of ten (10) square feet in area (h) Outside display items shall be located out of the public right-ot=way or adjacent to the building if there is no front setback area. (i) When an outside display is located within a Specific Plan area, planned development or pursuant to a pilot program, said displays shall comport with the specific reyuiremcnts of these plans. Section 7. L'xisting Section 2525.130,.Automobile Uses, shall be deleted ~md a new section 2525.130 shall be added to read as follows: 2525.130 Automobile Uscs Automobile repair, used car sales, car washes, auto alarm installation and sales, auto lire sales and service, and auto upholstery sales and service arc permitted in the C-3 Zone llistricl subject to a Conditional Use Permit or in the M zone with a Site Ptau Review. Auto uses shall comply with the following standards: 1. All auto repair and service shall be within a building or under a covered service area only. No auto repair shall be permitted in the open or in designated parking areas. 2. A minimum of seven percent (7%) of ih~ gross lot area shall consist of landscaping and a pcunanent irrigation system. 3. No damaged, wrecked or inoperable vehicles or aoy pans thereof shall be stored on-site except within an enclosed building, except vehicles that are being serviced on-sight. 4. /~ minimum of one (I) trash enclosure shall be provided with solid block walls on three (3) sides and a solid and sight-obscuring gate. Section R. The first three rows of Table 65-1 in Scetion 25.65.060, Number of Automobile Parking Spaces Rcquiral, shall be amended and shall read as follows: 'FABLE 65-I NUM13liR OP' AUTOM0131LE PARKING SPACES REQUIREll Use Reyufred Number of Spaces Residential Uses Single-farnily, detached and attached, in the R-I districts If the primary residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, the primary residence shall have a 2-car garage, which shall be at least 20 feet by ZO feet of interior space, and an additional delineated parking area. If the primary residence consists of 4' or more bedrooms, the primary residence shall have a 3-car garage, which shall be at least 20 feel by 30 feet of interior space, and an additional delineated parking area. If there is more than one residence on a loi, that residence shall have a 2-car garage. Carports may be approved in addition to the rcyuired garage(s), but in no way shall be used to replace the required garage. Single-family, duplex units And multiple-family units in the R-2 zone districts If a residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, that residence shall have a 2-car garage, which shall be at least 20 feet by 20 feet of interior space, and an additional deineatcd parking area. [f a residence consists oC 4 or more bedrooms, that residence shall have a 3-car garage, which shall he at (cast ZO feet by 30 feet of interior space, and an additional delineated parking area. Carports may be approved i^ addition to [he required garage(s), but in no way shall be used to replace the required garage. In addition, one guest space shall he provided for every two dwelling units, not including spaces on driveways, plus the following: 3 spaces for each on-s-ite rental or sales office fur development of 100 units or less, plus I additional space for each additional 100 units or fraction 8icreof. SingloPamily, duplex units multiple-family, condominiums, townhouses, and similar developments in the R-3 and PRD zone districts If a residence consists of 3 bedrooms or fewer, that residence shall have a 2-car garage, which shall be at least 20 feet by 20 feet of interior space, and an additional delineated parking area. if a residence consists of 4 or more bedrooms, that residence shall have a 3-car garage, which shall be at leas[ 20 feet by 30 feet of interior space, and an additional delineated parking area. Carports may be approved in addition to the required garage(s), but in no way shall be used to replace the required grnage. In addition, one guest space sha(I be provided (or every hvo dwelling units, not including spaces on drieeways, plus the following: 3 spaces for cacti on-site rental or sales oi7ice for developments of 100 emits or less, plus (additional space Cor each additional 100 units or fraction thereof. Section 9. P.xisting Section 25.70.030, Restricted Signs, shall be repealed in its entirety and a new section 25.70.030 shall be added to read as follows: 2570.30 Restricted Signs. A. "Lhe following signs are restricted by Use Penni[s, Location Permits and Construction Permits: Use Permits Restrictions a. Off-site directional signs (two per business); h. Off-rile temporary directional signs pertaining to subdivisions within the Ciry; c. Murals; not used for advertising, subject to approval by the Planning Commission. d. Freestanding pylon signs; maximum 60 feet; and Freestanding monument signs; maximum 6 feet in commercial zones and maximum 8 feel in manufacturing zones; e. Letter height; 24" except logos. Banners: The purpose of this Subsection is to provide Cor the reasonable display of temporary banners for limited time periods- It is recognized that the limited display of temporary banners from time to time is accessary in order to provide for the legitimate promotion of business activities, special sales, civic announcements and other seasonal or special advertisements or informaUOn. 1. Yennit Required. No temporary banner or sign shall be displayed unless a temporary banner permit has first been obtained from the Director of llevelopmcnt Services or his/her designee. 2. Nmnbcr of'Cemporary Banners. An applicant may obtain a maximum amount of one temporary banner permit at any one time, per one location. An applicant may only obtain a maximum oftwo permits per calendar year, not including City Cormcil approval for a special permit to place a banner(s) 3. Maximum Permit Duration. The maximum lime period of any single temporary banner permit shall be sixty (60) days. Permits may be issued for time period durations less than sixty (60) days. 4. Display Criteria. The following temporary ba~mer display criteria shall apply: a. All temporary banners shall he constructed of durable material that will not deteriorate during the time period in which the banner is displayed. Temporary banners which become frayed, torn, faded, or showing similar signs of fatigue or failure shall be deemed to he in violation of these provisions. b. All temporary banners shall be securely affixed to the face of the facade of the building housing the business where the business is located. 'Cemporary banners shall not be aChxed to fences, light poles, trees, roofs, extended over parking and/or landscaped areas or other similar techniques. No temporary banners shat( be af5xcd on, within, or over any public right of way. c. Banners shall not exceed 32 Lecl in area and in no even shall a banner conceal more than ?5% of the glass' face or window of any building. g. Temporary window signs shall be affixed to the interior of the structure windows or glass faces and shall not exceed 25% of the glass face or window. Such window signs shall be maintained in good condition at alf times. 2. Construction Permit Restrictions: a. All signs higher than six feet from the ground level to the top of the sign must have a Building Permit issued. (b) Kctaining and Crib Walls "fhe heights of any portion of wall or fence, which retains earth or water, except in the required front yard, shall be limited as follows. 'fhe height of the wall shall not include any guard rail or open fence (defined in section c.4, below) required by die Uniform Building Code or the City. (1) Walls Built on Slopes of Less "Phan IS Percent -For walls constructed on slopes with a less than fificen percent (1 ~'%) grade, the fence and wall heights specified iu subsection (a) above shall apply. (2) Alternative to IIeighl Limit of Retaining Walls -Stepping oC retaining walls is permitted subject Lo approval of a Planning Use Permit, as described in Chapter 25.150. Stepping is allowed, provided that the minimum horizontal distance betv,~een the lop of the downslope retaining wall, fence, and/or landscaping, and the bottom of the up slope retaining wall, Ycnce, and/or landscaping, shall be equal to the vertical height oC the downsiope retaining wall, fence, and/or landscaping. Approval shall be considered when the wall is landscaped and dots not create conditions or situaliars that may be detrimental or incompatible with other permitted uses in the vicinity. Any guardrails required by the Building Official shall be open-type guardrails, and the rail shall be exempted from maximum required height measurements. Crib walls with a vertical slope of at least one-half to one (%,:1) are exempt f}om these stepping requirements. (e) Fences Witlrin the Front Yard SMback Arca (I) The clear area requirements eonfained in Section 25.IO.ORO shall apply. (2) "Decomtivd' shall rncm aesthetictdly signifcant in design and construction with a nondetracting color, and a compatible finish that is consistent with the main dwelling and adjacent properties, such as brick or concrete pilasters. (3) A column is the vertical supporting member located between fencing or which flanks a gate entrance. (4) A decorative column is a vertical supporting member with an aesthetically significant tcstured surface, including, but not limited to stucco, splitface, stone veneer, brick veneer, wood veneer, solid stone, solid brick, solid wood end glass block. (5) A cap is the horizontal surface atop a column, (6) Height: Decorative fences and detonative columns with caps located in the front yard area shall not exceed forty-tight inches (48") inches in height. (7) Pence Suppm~ts: No solid decorative walls located in the front yard shall be greater than twenty-four [aches (24") in width and not spaced closer than eight feet (K') apart. (8) Fence Material. Notwithstanding section 3 above, fences may only crmsist oCone of the following materials: a. wrought iron (black or white only) b. All signs with electrical components must have an Electrical Permit [slued. B. All signs listed in this section must be submitted to the City for review and approval per Section 25.70.040 below. Section 70. Existing Section 25.70.050, Prohibited Signs or Components, shall be amended to read as follows: 25.70.50 Prohibited Signs or Components A. No flashing sign shall be permitted in the Residential Districts. H. No hashing sign shall be permitted if the light emissions can be confused with a sGmdard emergency light or traffic signal. C. Roof signs. D. Portable signs including-A-frames and sandwich boards. E. Signs in the public right-of-way. P. Painted wall signs. G. Inllatablc signs, balloons or (lags. Section ll. Existing Section 25.70.08Q Sign Placement, shall be amended to add subsection (~ and shall read as lollows: (f) Signs shall not be installed on trees, light poics, Ccnces or landscaping features. Section 12. Existing section 25.80.030, Churches, shall be deleted in its entirety. Section 13. Existing Chapter 2.92, Conditional Grading Compliance, shall he amended throughout to change the department name from "Environmental Services" to "Public Works" Section 74. Exisiine+ Chapter 25.93, Erosion and Sediment Control, shall be amended throughout to change the department name from "Environmental Services" to °Publie Works." Section 15. Existing Appendix A, Regulation of uses by Zoning Districts, shall consist of minor land use adjustments to ha consistent with neighboring cities. Section 16. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days afrer its linal passage by the City Council. Section 17. The City Clerk of the City of Lymvood is hereby directed to certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and to cause it to be published or posted as rcyuircd by law. Section 1S. "I'he City Clerk of the City of Lynwood is hereby directed to certify to Ore passage and adoption of this Ordinance and to cnusc it to be published or posted as required by law. first read at a regular mcciSng of the City Council hcid on the _u~- day of March 2006 and adopted and ordered published at a regular meeting of said Council held on the atn_ day of_pnri 1 , 2006. ,E"CILIA VASQUI;Z, Mw City of Lynwood ATTI3ST: ANDRF;A L. HOOPtiI City of Lynwood N. >N QU :MART] ' :SZ, City Manager City of Lynwood APPROVED AS "CO FORM: :I. A NOLDO RELTRAN, City Auorticy Cit oCLynwood STATP OF CALIFORNIA ) )SS COUNTY OF LOS ANUELES ) [, the undersigned, City Clerk for the City of Lynwood, do hereby certify Chat the foregoing Ordinance was passed and adopted by, the City Council of the City of Lymvood at a regular meeting heldon the 4th day of April , 2006. AY}~S: COUNCILMEN BYRD, JOHNSON, PEDROZA, SANTILLAN AND YASQUEZ NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE AIiSEN'C: NONE City Clerk, City of Lynwood STA"]'E OP CALIFORNIA ~ ) )SS COUN"I'Y OP LOS ANG);LES ) I, the undersigned, City Clerk of the City of Lynwood, and Clerk of the Cily Council of said City, do hereby certify That the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy oC Ordinance No. _1572 on file in my office aed that said Ordinance was adopted on the date and by the vote therein stated. Da[ed this nth-day of ~pttl , 2006. City Clerk, City of Lynwood Attachment 1 Changes to Zoning Code • Section 1 -LMC 25-10-70: Allow one-story detached accessory structures and small additions to encroach into residential side and rear setbacks. Section 2 -LMC 25-10-120: Add provisions to the fence regulations and require additional documentation to avoid property line disputes, and provide appeal process. • Section 3 -LMC 25-10-130: Require structures to consist of neutral or earth tone colors subject to color samples and approval. Trim and architectural features may consist of brighter colors. • Section 4 -LMC Table 25-25-1: Identify building separations consistent with the California Building Code. Section 5 -LMC Table 25-25-1: Reduce rear yard setbacks for commercial zones. • Section 6 -LMC 25-25-8: Regulate outside displays and storage. • Section 7 -LMC 25-25-13: Add standards for automobile land uses. • Section 8 -LMC 25-65-6: Amend residential parking to require three-car garages for residences with four (4) or more bedrooms. Require minimum 400 square foot interior dimensions for two-car garages. Also allow carports in addition to garages. • Section 9 -LMC 25-70-30: Restricted signs. • Section 10 -LMC 25-70-50: Prohibited signs. Section 11 -LMC 25-70-80: Sign Placement. • Section 12 -LMC 25-80-30: Delete conflicting section regarding churches. • Section 13 - LMC 25-92: Amend department name from "Environmental Services" to "Public Works" in the section regulating grading. • Section 14 -LMC 25.93: Amend department name in section regulating erosion and sediment control. -5- CONDOMINIUMS PARHING REQUIREMEN'T'S SURVEY Total survey cities eleven (10) Balwin Park No answer (voice mail) Bellflower 2-car garage per unit 1 guest parking per unit if 3-bedroom or more 1 more parking stall is required Bell Gardens 2-car garage er unit 'h parking stall per unit El Monte 1,200 sq ft 2 car garage Refer to City of EI 1,201 to 1,500 sq ft Monte Municipal Code requires a 2-car garage plus 1 guest parking per every additiona1300 sq ft Gardena 2-car garage per unit `/z parking stall per unit Hawthorne 2-car fora 2 bedroom 1 guest parking per 3-car fora 3 bedroom every 3 units and 4-car fora 4 bedroom fractions are round up. La Canada 2-car garage per unit 1 guest parking per unit Lakewood 2-car garage per unit 10% of required parking Paramount 2-car garage per unit '/z parking stall per unit South Gate No answer (voice mail) AGENDA ITEM No. i( CUP No. 2008-02 DATE: April 8, 2008 TO: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services BY: Harden Carter, Interim Associate Planner SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-02 5107 Josephine Street Assessor Parcel Number 6189-019-902 APPLICANT: Verizon Wireless Inc. PROPOSAL Verizon Wireless, Inc. is requesting to relocate and install an unmanned wireless telecommunication facility at 5107 Josephine Street in the 0-S Open Space zone. The existing Verizon Wireless Equipment and Equipment shelter is currently contained in a 12 foot by 30 foot space and is located above grade and mounted on a concrete foundation pad. Some of the existing wireless equipment is being proposed for use at a 1,357 square foot portion of the Ham Park project site, 62 feet west of the eastern boundaries. The subject property is a narrow piece of surplus land along the I-105 freeway, owned by the City of Lynwood. It has a total of 11,021 square feet in area. The relocated wireless facility will consist of four (4) panel antennas, three (3) sectors, and a total of 12 antennas. The relocated facility will use the existing Verizon Wireless Equipment racks located inside existing equipment shelter A 76 foot high mono-pine pole is proposed and will have a brown trunk pole and green branches to camouflage the tower to appear as a pine tree. The project will also include a new 30 KVV generic emergency backup generator with a 132 gallon diesel fuel tank mounted on a 5'-0" by 8'-0" concrete spill containment pad located inside the new lease area. The property will be protected by a twelve (12) foot high wrought iron fence and steel mesh decking lids and 16 inch by 16 inch block pilasters with anti-graffiti painting. The site plan indicates the antennas would be located at one location on the perimeter of the building roof top and the equipment cabinets would be located toward the center of the structure. The facility would be screened and not visually obtrusive from adjacent properties or along Atlantic Avenue public right-of-way. Landscaping requirements for public facilities mandate that at least 7 percent of the project area (exclusive of areas in a public right of way) be landscaped. BACKGROUND The subject property is located on the northeast corner of Atlantic Avenue and Josephine Street. The subject parcel is a triangular shaped parcel that totals 11,021 square feet in area and is currently vacant except for the existing temporary wireless facility. The existing facility is proposed to be partially relocated towards the rear of the parcel near the intersection where Pope Avenue intersects with Josephine Avenue. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION Wireless telecommunication facilities are permitted in the 0-S Open Space, zone and subject to development standards prescribed by Section 25-40-30 Development Standards of the Lynwood Municipal Code. This section states that, "no specific development standards apply to open space facility buildings constructed within public parks. Buildings shall be designed and constructed to reflect the character of the parks in which they are located and to ensure compatibility with the development of adjacent properties." The proposed project is being developed to the standards of the Open Space District zone per section 25-40-30 Development Standards of the LMC. Which states, "No specific development standards apply to open space facility buildings constructed within public parks. Buildings shall be designed and constructed to reflect the character of the parks in which they are located and to ensure compatibility with development on adjacent properties." Under the proposal, the remainder of the project site (not occupied by the new wireless facility) will be developed into the proposed Ham Park, along with all of the properties in two adjacent blocks directly south of the subject site and Josephine Street. The park landscaping will provide additional aesthetic and screen landscaping for the project site. The park is currently under construction in the demolition phase. 2 Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25-130-5 sets forth five (5) findings that the Planning Commission must make to approve a conditional use permit. Following are the findings in bold and staff determinations. A. That the proposed conditional use is consistent with the General Plan. The project location and a conditional use permit for the proposed project is consistent with the Open Space General Plan Land Use Map designation, and the goals and policies of the Land Use Element of the Lynwood General Plan. The proposed project is a public facility located in a Open Space designated land use and the Open Space Zone, providing for recreational and passive-visual open space and public facilities. B. That the nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings and structures have been considered, and the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, buildings, or structures. The adjacent uses include primarily major transportation public right of ways including the I-105 Freeway, Atlantic Avenue, Josephine Street, and vacant land on the two blocks over to the south of the proposed project. Wireless telecommunication facilities are conditionally permitted in the O-S Open Space zone. The proposed facility is not expected to generate noise and will be well screened. Furthermore, it is not expected to negatively impact adjacent land uses or structures. C. That the site for the proposed conditional use is of adequate size and shape to accommodate the use and buildings proposed. The proposed wireless communication facility is designed in a tight compact space totaling no more than 1,323 square feet. The proposed project size is expected to be of adequate size and shape to completely accommodate the proposed wireless communication facility. D. That the proposed conditional use complies with all applicable development standards of the zoning district. The wireless telecommunication facility will comply with all standards set forth in Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25-80-20 and all conditions of approval in set forth in the proposed Resolution. 3 E. That the proposed conditional use observes the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code. The land use is consistent with all provisions set forth in the Zoning Code. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT The Development Services Department has determined the proposed project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15302 (b). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3207 approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-02. Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Resolution 3207 4. Plans 4 PROJECT PROFILE Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-02 Verizon Wireless, Inc. 1. Source of Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Appendix A identifies permitted uses and conditionally permitted uses in the 0-S (Open Space) zone; LMC Section 25-40-1 and 25.40-3 sets forth procedures and standards for telecommunication service antennas and facilities. LMC section 25-130-50 sets forth the findings that must be made by the Planning Commission for approval of a Conditional Use Permit. 2 Property Location and Size The subject property is located at 5107 Josephine Street, on the northeast corner of Atlantic Avenue and Josephine Street. The subject parcel is vacant except for the existing temporary wireless communication facility. The property totals 11,021 square feet in area. 3. Existing_Land Uses Subject: Proposed Relocation of Telecommunications Facility North: I-105 Freeway Right of Way South: Vacant Lots being prepared for the proposed Ham Park East: I-105 Freeway Right of Way West: Atlantic Avenue and fronting Commercial 4 Land Use Designations General Plan Subject: Open Space North: I-105 Freeway Public Caltrans R of W South: Open Space West: Commercial East: Multi-Family Residential Zoning 0-S (Open Space) I-105 Freeway Public Caltrans R of W 0-S Open Space CB-1 (Controlled Business) R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) 5 5. 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My ery 6 ZL [ ~ s tgB 4 yyyy~~~ S 9d ~ ~p~S9~~~.e,o~ro~ge ~ °( Et ~ y (~, N ~ 44i~<c q, Og ~ `Jd ~~ _ ~ mmorw wwor. e« Bh 6819 RESOLUTION NO. 3207 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2008-02, TO PERMIT INSTALLATION OF AN UNMANNED WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITY CONSISTING OF FOUR (4) PANEL ANTENNAS, THREE (3) SECTORS, AND 12 ANTENNAS, A 76-FOOT HYGH MONO-PINE POLE CAMOUFLAGED TO APPEAR AS A PINE TREE, A NEW 30 KW GENERIC EMERGENCY BACKUP GENERATOR WITH A 132-GALLON DIESEL FUEL TANK MOUNTED ON A 5'-0" BY 8'-0" CONCRETE SPILL CONTAINMENT PAD, A 12-FOOT HIGH WROUGHT IRON FENCE AND STEEL MESH DECKING LIDS, AND 16 INCH BY 16 INCH BLOCK PILASTERS; ALL COATED WITH ANTI-GRAFFITI PAINT, AT 5107 JOSEPHINE STREET, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 6189-019-900, IN THE O-S (OPEN SPACE) ZONE, CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law on April 8, 2008 conduced a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all oral and written testimony offered at all the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15302(b); Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby finds and determines as follows: A. The granting of the proposed conditional use permit will not adversely affect the comprehensive General Plan. The project location and a conditional use permit for the proposed project is consistent with the 0-S (Open-Space) General Plan Land Use Map designation, and the goals and policies of the Land Use Element of the Lynwood General Plan. -1- The proposed project is a public facility located in a Open Space designated land use and the Open Space Zone, providing for recreational and passive-visual open space and public facilities. B. The proposed location of the conditional use is in accord with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and the purpose of the zone in which the site is located. The adjacent uses include primarily major transportation public right of ways including the I-105 Freeway, Atlantic Avenue, Josephine Street, and vacant land on the two blocks over to the south of the proposed project. Wireless telecommunication facilities are conditionally permitted in the O-S Open Space zone. The proposed facility is not expected to generate noise and will be well screened. Furthermore, it is not expected to negatively impact adjacent land uses or structures. C. The proposed wireless communication facility is designed in a compact space totaling no more than 1,323 square feet. The proposed project size is expected to be of adequate size and shape to completely accommodate the proposed wireless communication facility. D. The wireless telecommunication facility will comply with all standards set forth in Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25-40-2 and all conditions of approval in set forth in the proposed Resolution 3207. E. The land use is consistent with all provisions set forth in the Zoning Code, as well as serving the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code. Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, based upon the aforementioned findings and determinations, hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2008-02, for the relocation and installation of an unmanned wireless telecommunication facility consisting of four (4) panel antennas camouflaged to appear as a pine tree, a new 30 KW generic emergency backup generator with a 132-gallon diesel fuel tank mounted on a 5'-0" by 8'-0" concrete spill containment pad, a 12-foot high wrought iron fence and steel mesh decking lids, and 16-inch by 16-inch block pilasters; all coated with anti-graffiti paint; located at 5107 Josephine Street and subject to the conditions set forth as follows; z CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 1. The project shall comply with all regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the California Building Code, the Los Angeles County Fire Code, other City Departments and applicable State and Federal regulations. 2. Any subsequent modification of the subject site or structures thereon shall be first reported to the Development Services Department, Planning Division, for review. 3. The applicant and property owner shall both sign a Statements of Acceptance stating that they have read, understand, and agree to all conditions of this resolution prior to issuance of any building permits. 4. The conditional use permit shall lapse and become null and void unless building permits and a business license are obtained within one (1) year of the date of this approval. One extension of one (1) year may be granted if the extension is requested prior to the end of the valid period, at the discretion of the Lynwood Planning Commission. 5. The cellular facility shall comply with all provisions set forth in Lynwood Municipal Code Section 25-40-2. PLANNING DIVISION 6. Any exterior light shall be designed to reflect away from adjoining properties. 7. The applicant shall notify the City of Lynwood prior to installation of additional dishes, antennas, and related equipment. 8. The lease area shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner at all times. No outside storage of materials or equipment is permitted. The existing screened roof mounted antennas and radio equipment shelter may remain in place. 9. The developer shall comply with all standards and requirements set forth in the Lynwood Municipal Code. 10. Equipment shelters or cabinets shall be maintained in good condition and screened from public view. -3- 11.The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the FCC and FAA, incuding safety lighting within airport descent zones. 12. Prior to installation of any fencing, plans shall be submitted and a fence permit obtained from the Development Services Department, Planning Division. Any proposed fencing shall be constructed of wrought iron or similar decorative material. 13.No signs, except warning signs, shall be posted or displayed on any antenna or support device. Warning signs also may be attached to fencing surrounding any facility. 14. Lawfully erected wireless communication facilities that are no longer being used shall be removed within ninety (90) days of abandonment of discontinuance of use. A facility that is not operated or used for a period of six (6) continuous months shall be deemed abandoned and may be removed by the City at the owner's/operators expense. 15. Every person engaged in the business of installing antennas of any type shall first obtain a business license therefore pursuant to Section 4-6 of the Lynwood Municipal Code. BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 16.A11 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 National Electric Code - 2005 edition; The Los Angeles County Fire Code - 2007 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code 2007. In case where the provisions of the California Building Code, the Lynwood Municipal Code, or the plans or specifications in these plans may conflict, the more restrictive provisions shall govern. 4 Section 3. A copy of the Resolution No. 3207 shall be delivered to the applicant: Section 4. Any violation of said conditions in this Resolution may result in revocation or modification of the Conditional Use Permit by the issuing body at a regularly scheduled meeting. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 8th day of April, 2008 by members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows; AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Lourdes Castro Ramirez ,Chairperson Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO FORM: Jonathan Colin, Director Douglas P. Haubert, Agency Attorney Development Services Department Planning Commission Counsel 5- AGENDA ITEM No. 11 CUP No. 2007-15 (Extension; DATE: April 8, 2008 TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Division FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-15 -Extension 3000 Imperial Hwy Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003-017 APPLICANT: Donald Chae PROPOSAL The applicant is requesting approval to continue the use of a vacant lot (former K&K Furniture) for the Plaza Mexico Shopping Center, consisting of 392 parking stalls with landscaping around the perimeter. BACKGROUND The Plaza Mexico shopping center totals approximately thirty-eight (38) acres in area and is bounded by Imperial Highway to the north, the I-105 Freeway to the south, Long Beach Boulevard to the east and State Street to the west. The property is developed with a two-story multiple tenant retail center and two-story buildings totaling approximately 479,000 square feet in area housing a variety of commercial, retail, restaurant and office uses. The property in which the proposed structure would be developed is rectangular in shape and totals 156,400 square feet in area and is located on the west side of State Street, between Beechwood Ave and Imperial Hwy, Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003- 017, in the M (Manufacturing) zone. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION On July 10, 2007, the Lynwood Planning Commission approved Resolution 3191A approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15 authorizing the use of a 156,400 square foot lot (former K&K Furniture) as a temporary parking lot. Plaza Mexico acquired the lot in order to continue with the development of Phase II of the shopping center. Conditions of approval have been complied with, with the exception of the following: -1- Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 25-130-6 (a) sets forth time limits, and states "the Planning Commission may extend such approval for a period of time not to exceed one year, provided an application requesting the extension is filed prior to the original extension date." LMC Chapter 25-25 sets forth permitted uses, conditionally permitted uses and development standards for commercial districts. LMC Section 25-25-010 (a) states "the Planned Business (CB-1) district provides locations where daytime, service-oriented businesses may be located for the efficient interaction of complementary service industries. Professional offices, including medical offices and clinics, represent the primary permitted uses. Minor support uses may include small restaurants, cafes, retail shops, and child day-care centers". LMC Appendix A, regulation of uses by zoning districts, identifies "public parking" as being permitted in any commercial zone subject to approval of a conditional use permit. Plaza Mexico is currently parking deficient overall. Pursuant to LMC standards, Plaza Mexico should provide a minimum of 1,950 parking stalls and 1,744 parking stalls are provided leaving a deficiency of 206 stalls. Staff has determined that the proposed land use has provided a valuable service to the community and has helped ease the parking deficiency. 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 Specific Plan Area (SPA) zone that is consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zoning. The project is consistent with the General Plan policies and goals in the Land Use and Economic Development Elements. 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 M (Manufacturing) zone pertaining to density and would satisfy all development standards to include but not be limited to setbacks, building height, landscaping and parking. -3- 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 parking structure consistent with the M (Manufacturing) 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 15311(b). Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution 3208 approving an extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15. Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Resolutions 3208 & 3191A 4. Plans -4- PRO]ECT PROFILE Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15 3000 Imperial Highway Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003-017 1. Source and Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Section 25-25-20 sets forth permitted uses in commercial zones; Table 25-25-1 sets forth development standards in commercial zones and LMC Section 25-130-50 sets forth findings approval of a Conditional Use Permit; LMC Section 25-130-6(a) sets forth time limits for granting extensions to Conditional Use Permits. 2. Property Location and Size The subject property is located at 3000 Imperial Highway, on the west side of State Street between Imperial Hwy, and Beechwood Avenue, Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003-017, in the M (Manufacturing) zone. 3. Existing Land Uses Site Developed North: Commercial South: Commercial and Single and Multi-Family Residential West: Commercial East: Commercial 4. Land Use Designation The subject parcel has a General Plan Designation of Specific Plan Area (SPA) that is consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zoning. The adjacent properties General Plan and Zoning designations are as follows: -5- 5. 6. 7 Site General Plan North: Commercial South: Manufacturing and Multi- Family Residential West: Manufacturing East: Commercial Site Plan Review Zoning C (Heavy Commercial) M (Manufacturing) and R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) M (Manufacturing) Planned Business (CB-1) District The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approval of the extensionsubject to conditions of approval set forth in Resolution 3208. Code Enforcement History No code enforcement case to date. Public Response None of record at the time of this report. -6- ~` / I SS .. I~6 !tJ w. O u ~f ISH .IbO~ ' `4^9 ~%o ,~S 043 001 403 I "~ ~ w s K~f C TRACT NO. 921 M_ODJESKA_PARK_ M.B. 16-100-10"I M.B. 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ALB to ~ ~~~~ e~,~ x~ DC W •ri ~ ~ -y ~ ~ I N - •~ - O y+ r o v N ~ o H o ~ z o O QI M ~ ;; z o a o Z ¢ ~ o V ~ a _ U in Q ~ i RESOLUTION 3191A (AMENDED BY PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 10, 2007 MEETING) A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADOPTING CERTAIN FINDINGS RELATED TO, AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007- 15, TO DEVELOP A PARKING LOT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3000 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY IN THE M (MANUFACTURING) ZONE, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 6169-003-017, CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on July 10, 2007 conducted a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has determined that the proposal is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Qual(ty Act (CEQA) guidelines pursuant to Section 15311 (b). 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 Specific Plan Area (SPA) zone that is consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zoning. The project is consistent with the General Plan policies and goals in the Land Use Element, 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 parking lot would be consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zone pertaining to density and would satisfy all development standards to include but not be limited to setbacks, 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 business 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 Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15, subject to all conditions, restrictions and limitations set forth as follows: a CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT 1. The conditional use must be acted upon within ten (10) months. The Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void 305 days from the date of approval. If use of temporary parking shall continue, continuance shall require Planning Commission approval. 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 City Departments. 3. 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. 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 any permits. 6. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. PLANNING DIVISION 7. The subject properly shall be used, solely, and only for a parking lot. No subleasing is permitted. 8. This resolution may be considered for revocation if all conditions of approval are not met and complied with at all times. 9. No storage of vehicles or large commercial vehicles (i.e. big rigs) shall not be permitted. 10. The applicant shall provide adequate vehicular circulation so as not to create traffic problems. The applicant shall not trespass onto adjacent properties or within the public right-of-way. il. No mechanic work shall be conducted on site within the parking lot. 12. Prior to the installation of signs, the applicant or tenant shall submit detailed plans and obtain applicable permits. 13. Business owner may not install flashing signs, roof sings, portable signs, including A- frames and sandwich boards. Business owner 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. 14. Business owner must maintain an active business license at all times. Business license shall be posted in a conspicuous place. 15. Any artificial light shall be directed to reflect away from adjoining properties. Tl;e applicant shall submit a detailed lighting plan to the Planning Division prior to occupancy. z BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 16. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are referenced in the following codes. - The Uniform Building Code - 2004 edition; - The Uniform Plumbing Code - 2004 edition; - The Uniform Mechanical Code - 2004 edition - The Los Angeles County Fire Code - 2004 edition; - The National Electric Code - 2004 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code of 2004. 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. PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING 17. 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. This condition shall be deferred until expiration of ten month period has expired, and applicant wishes to pursue development of phase 2 of Plaza Mexico. 18. 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. 19. Reconstruct damaged and substandard drive approach(es), per APWA standards. (To be used for ingress and egress as shown on the site plan). 20. Construct one (1) wheelchair ramp(s) at Imperial Hwy and State St. 21. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. 22. This development is subject to the City's Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan Ordinance (SUSMP). Pursuant to Section 14.13 of the City of Lynwood Municipal Code relating to the control of pollutants carried by stormwater runoff, structural and /or treatment control best management practices (BMP's); a maintenance agreement for the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) shall be signed by the owner(s) and submitted to the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. 23. 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, Division of Public Works. 24. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Development Impact Fees, City of Lynwood Resolution No. 2006.067. 25. Developer shall abandon all existing water services, fire lines at the water main line. 26. Developer shall abandon all existing sewer laterals at property line. 27. Direct pedestrian traffic to the Imperial Highway crosswalk. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 28. The applicant shall comply with all conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department for this application. Please contact the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Land Development Unit, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 Rickenbacker Road, Commerce, CA 90040-3027, (323) 890-4243. Section 3. A copy of Resolution 3791A shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 10th day of July, 2007, by members of the Lynwood Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: Araujo, Castro-Ramirez, Manlapaz, Patel, West & Younger NOES: NONE ABSENT: Enciso ABSTAIN: NONE Lou e stro-Remirez, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO~CONTENT~ APPROVED AS TO FORM: ~~ ~ii/~ T Jo han olio, Manager Maurice Chenier, Agency Counsel evelopment Services Department Planning Commission Counsel RESOLUTION 3208 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD ADOPTING CERTAIN FINDINGS RELATED TO, AND APPROVING ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-15, TO DEVELOP A PARKING LOT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3000 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY IN THE M (MANUFACTURING) ZONE, FURTHER DESCRIBED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 6169-003-017, CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on April 08, 2008 conducted a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has determined that the proposal is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines pursuant to Section 15311 (b). 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 Specific Plan Area (SPA) zone that is consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zoning. The project is consistent with the General Plan policies and goals in the Land Use Element, 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 parking lot would be consistent with the M (Manufacturing) zone pertaining to density and would satisfy all development standards to include but not be limited to setbacks, 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 business 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 Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby approves the extension of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15, 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 (1) year. The Conditional Use Permit shall become null and void April 08, 2009. 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 City Departments. 3. 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. 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 any permits. 6. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. PLANNING DIVISION 7. The subject property shall be used, solely, and only for a parking lot. No subleasing is permitted. 2 8. This resolution may be considered for revocation if all conditions of approval are not met and complied with at all times. 9. No storage of vehicles or large commercial vehicles (i.e. big rigs) shall not be permitted. 10. The applicant shall provide adequate vehicular circulation so as not to create traffic problems. The applicant shall not trespass onto adjacent properties or within the public right-of-way. 11. No mechanic work shall be conducted on site within the parking lot. 12. Prior to the installation of signs, the applicant or tenant shall submit detailed plans and obtain applicable permits. 13. Business owner may not install flashing signs, roof sings, portable signs, including A- frames and sandwich boards. Business owner 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. 14. Business owner must maintain an active business license at all times. Business license shall be posted in a conspicuous place. 15. Any artificial light shall be directed to reflect away from adjoining properties. The applicant shall submit a detailed lighting plan to the Planning Division prior to occupancy. BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 16. 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 - 2005 edition; .The National Electric Code - 2007 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. 3 PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING 17. 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. This condition shall be deferred until expiration of ten month period has expired, and applicant pursues development of phase 2 of Plaza Wlexico. 18. 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. 19. Reconstruct damaged and substandard drive approach(es), per APWA standards. (To be used for ingress and egress as shown on the site plan). 20. Construct one (1) wheelchair ramp(s) at Imperial Hwy and State St. 22. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. 23. This development is subject to the City's Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan Ordinance (SUSMP). Pursuant to Section 14.13 of the City of Lynwood Municipal Code relating to the control of pollutants carried by stormwater runoff, structural and /or treatment control best management practices (BMP's); a maintenance agreement for the Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) shall be signed by the owner(s) and submitted to the Department of Public Works/Engineering Division. 24. 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, Division of Public Works. 25. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Development Impact Fees, City of Lynwood Resolution No. 2006.067. 26. Developer shall abandon all existing water services, fire lines at the water main line. 27. Developer shall abandon all existing sewer laterals at property line. 28. Direct pedestrian traffic to the Imperial Highway crosswalk. 4 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 30. The applicant shall comply with all conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department for this application. Please contact the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Land Development Unit, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 Rickenbacker Road, Commerce, CA 90040-3027, (323) 890-4243. Section 3. A copy of Resolution No. 3208 shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of April, 2008, by members of the Lynwood Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Jonathan Colin, Director Development Services Department Lourdes Castro-Ramirez, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO FORM: Douglas P. Haubert, Agency Counsel Planning Commission Counsel 5 AGENDA ITEM No. 11 CUP No. 2007-15 (Extension DATE: April 8, 2008 TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Division FROM: Jonathan Colin, Director of Development Services SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-15 -Extension 3000 Imperial Hwy Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003-017 APPLICANT: Donald Chae PROPOSAL The applicant is requesting approval to continue the use of a vacant lot (former K&K Furniture) for the Plaza Mexico Shopping Center, consisting of 392 parking stalls with landscaping around the perimeter. BACKGROUND The Plaza Mexico shopping center totals approximately thirty-eight (38) acres in area and is bounded by Imperial Highway to the north, the I-105 Freeway to the south, Long Beach Boulevard to the east and State Street to the west. The property is developed with a two-story multiple tenant retail center and two-story buildings totaling approximately 479,000 square feet in area housing a variety of commercial, retail, restaurant and office uses. The property in which the proposed structure would be developed is rectangular in shape and totals 156,400 square feet in area and is located on the west side of State Street, between Beechwood Ave and Imperial Hwy, Assessor Parcel Number 6169-003- 017, in the M (Manufacturing) zone. ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION On July 10, 2007, the Lynwood Planning Commission approved Resolution 3191A approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-15 authorizing the use of a 156,400 square foot lot (former K&K Furniture) as a temporary parking lot. Plaza Mexico acquired the lot in order to continue with the development of Phase II of the shopping center. Conditions of approval have been complied with, with the exception of the following: -i-