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HomeMy Public PortalAboutA 2008-01-14 - PLANNING COMMISSIONCity oR/ ~~1~ FYV~ ~®~ lL-AMERI[q CIiY (ty vUeeting CtiaPQenges (~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 11330 BULLIS ROAD LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA 90262 (310) 603-0220 AGER4®A LYNWOOD PLANNING COMPgISSION CITY iiALL COUNCYL CFIAf~~'EISS~~ 11330 BULLIS ROAD °C ~~ 6~~~': ~. LYNWOOD, CA 90262 cii~v~0~~~~s5~0ofl JANUARY 14, 20®$ JAl~(1 Q 200$ 600 Pt,M• ~~ k"k"/"E"b"~ fN'! x)$g9~IQ~li,~p'c~ ,~ , .~ ~ /b 141J~F) _ PLANNING COMMISSIONER Viz:., ~~,L,ry ~, ~;~ ~ ~ ~~. Lourdes Castro-Ramirez Chair Kenneth West Rita Patel Vice Chair Commissioner Juan Enciso Dr. Carlos Manlapaz Bill Younger Commissioner Commissioner Commissioner COMMISSION COUNSEL Law Office of Raul F. Salinas STAFF Jonathan Colin, Interim Director of Development Services Karen Figueredo, Planning Assistant Kimberly Gonzalez, Administrative Analyst I i 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: Continue to next Planning Commission Meeting on February 12, 2008 SWEARING YN SPEAKERS 6. 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 7. 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 8. Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 Modification APPLICANT: Oakwood Plaza, LLC 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Flores Boulevard. APN 6170-039-017,034,035 and 036. Long Beach Boulevard and 3198 Los 2 Proposal The applicant is requesting approval to construct a 14,800 square feet retail building one story in height with forty nine (49) parking spaces on property located at 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Boulevard and 3198 Los Flores Boulevard in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Negative Declaration, the Initial Study, and Resolution No. 3203 approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 (Modification). NEW REGULAR ADENDA CONIMISSaON ORALS None STAFF ORALS ADJOURNMENT Adjourn to the regular meeting of the Lynwood Planning Commission on February 12, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262. 3 DATE: January 14, 2008 TO: Honorable Chair and Members of the Planning Commission FROM: Jonathan Colin, Interim Director of Development Services BY: Karen Figueredo, Planning Assistant SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT No 2007-07 MODIFICATION 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Boulevard & 3198 Los Flores Boulevard. Assessor Parcel Number 6170-039-017, 6170-039-034, 035 & 036. APPLICANT: Oakwood Plaza, LLC PROPOSAL The applicant is requesting approval to modify Conditional Use Permit 2007-07 from acommercial/residential mixed use, four stories in height with 15,000 square feet of commercial building area on the first floor, 129 parking stalls on the first floor and nineteen (19) two-story condominiums on the third and fourth floors to develop aone-story retail building 14,800 square feet in area with forty nine (49) parking spaces on property located at 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Boulevard & 3198 Los Flores Boulevard in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. The subject property totals 48,734 square feet in area and is located on the west side of Long Beach Boulevard between Oakwood Avenue and Los Flores Boulevard. DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS This item was continued from the January 08, 2008 Planning Commission meeting. The site plan identifies the structure would be located at the rear of the property and would provide forty nine (49) parking stalls including two handicap stalls. Vehicle access would be provided from a twenty five (25) foot driveway along Los Flores Boulevard and a twenty five (25) foot driveway along Oakwood Avenue. The project provides the minimum 7% landscape. Two trash enclosures and mechanical equipment are located to the rear of the properly and screened from the street. The floor plan identifies eleven retail units to include: • Unit "A" 3,000 square feet • Unit "B" 1,460 square feet • Unit "C" 1,208 square feet • Unit "D" 1,028 square feet • Unit "E" 1,162 square feet • Unit"F" 1,352 square feet • Unit "G" 1,327 square feet • Unit "H" 1,225 square feet • Unit "J" 1,140 square feet • Unit "K" 1,020 square feet • Unit "L" 878 square feet Elevations indicate a structure one-story in height consisting of exterior cement plaster, metal lath over wood studs with 20/40 sand float finish, foam cornice and trims with plaster finish, stone veneers, accent ceramic tiles, aluminum storefront and exterior fixtures. In addition, the project includes fabric awnings, window glass and wrought-iron work and Spanish clay roof tile. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The Development Services Department has determined that the proposal will not have significant impacts on the environment, conducted and Initial Study included conditions of approval and prepared a Negative Declaration consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Negative Declaration, the Initial Study, and Resolution No. 3203 approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 (Modification). Attachments: 1. Project Profile 2. Location Map 3. Resolution 3203 4. Initial Study 5. Negative Declaration 6. Plans Conditional Use Permit Plo. 2007-07 Mod 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Boulevard & 3198 Los Flores Boulevard. (APN 6170-039-017, 6170-039-034, 035 & 036) 1 2 Source and Authority Lynwood Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 25.25 sets forth development standards and regulations in commercial zones. Property Location and Size The applicant proposes to develop cone-story retail building 14,800 square feet in area with forty nine (49) parking spaces, the subject property totals 48,734 square feet in area and is located at 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Boulevard & 3198 Las Flores Boulevard in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. 3. Existino Land Uses Site Developed North: Commercial South: Commercial West: Single Family Residential East: Commercial 4. Land Use Designation The subject property has a General Plan Designation of Commercial and the current zoning is C-3 (Heavy Commercial). The adjoining properties General Plan and Zoning designations are as follows: Site General Plan North: Commercial South: Commercial West: Commercial East: Commercial Zoning C-3 (Heavy Commercial) C-2A (Medium Commercial) P-1 (Parking) C-2A (Medium Commercial) 5. Site Plan Review The Site Plan Review Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approving the Negative Declaration, Initial Study, and Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 (Modification) 6. Design Review Board The Design Review Board Committee has reviewed the project and recommended approval subject to conditions set forth in Resolution No. 3203. 7. Public Response None at the time of this report. ~~~.~~~~~ ~1~~ ~'': ~. 1 ~~.; «>>~~- _ rrz / _-µw3 ang „ ~s. ' ~„ y ,.~' ' ~ ~ ay ` Pg gs. ° 1 =. 'a aa. ~) m x ~~.. vex ~ - '~ - ~\ . Q ~~; ~ rn F ri Qo ~ _. h a ~ ~ n sv 4.'. o.- tl OQ ~y~ .. OO o ` ~` ¢ ~ - i w +LS p $ ~o ~ .~ ~ 9n Oa D o ~^ ~ONko„ n. Case No. CUP 2007-07 (Modification) Site Address: 3211 Oakwood Ave, 11123 & 11103 Long Beach Blvd, 3198 Los Flores Blvd APN 6170-039-017, 6170-039-034-035 & 036 Applicant Name: Oakwood Plaza, LLC [ X) 300' or [ ] 500' Radius Map RESOLUTION 3203 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING THE AMENDMENT OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2007-07, TO CONSTRUCT A RETAIL BUILDING ONE STORY IN HEIGHT ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3211 OAKWOOD AVENUE, 11123 & 11103 LONG BEACH BOULEVARD AND 3198 LOS FLORES BOULEVARD, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 6170-039-017, 034, 035 AND 036, IN THE C-3 (HEAVY COMMERCIAL) ZONE, CITY OF LYNWOOD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on January 8, 2008 conducted a public hearing; and continued the item WHEREAS, the Lynwood Planning Commission, pursuant to law, on January 14, 2008 conducted a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all testimony offered at the public hearings; and WHEREAS, the Development Services Department has determined that the proposal will not have significant impacts on the environment, conducted an Initial Study, included conditions of approval and prepared a Negative Declaration consistent with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines; and 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 Commercial that is consistent with the C-3 zoning designation. The project is consistent with the spirit and intent of the General Plan. B. That the nature, condition, and development of adjacent uses, buildings, and structures have been considered, and that the use will not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to these adjacent uses, building, or structures; The project would be consistent with the C-3 zone pertaining to density 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 new structures 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 Lynwood Municipal Code. 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 Lynwood Municipal Code. Section 2. The Lynwood Planning Commission hereby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 (Amended), subject to all conditions, restrictions and limitations set forth as follows: CON®ITIONS 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 (expiration January 8, 2009). 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. All appeals must be brought within ten (10) working days of the date of the final action by the Development Services Director, or Planning Commission. All applicable fees must be paid. 2 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 other City Departments. 4. The project shall be developed in accordance with the 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, Planning Division, for review of said modifications. 6. The property owner or his/her representative, shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this resolution prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. 7. Conditions of approval shall be printed on plans (cover sheet) prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division for plan check. PLANNING DIVISION 8. Forty nine (49) parking stalls shall be provided including two (2) ADA handicapped parking stalls. Each parking stall shall have a minimum dimension of 9' by 20'. 9. Units are for retail use only. Tenants may not sublease or initiate any other business activities. 10. Landscaping shall be a minimum of seven (7%) of the lot area. Such landscaping shall include a permanent irrigation system. 11. Landscaping and irrigation shall be installed in accordance with a detailed Landscaping Plan to be submitted and approved by the Planning Division prior to the issuance of any building permits. 12. The required front, rear, and side yards shall be landscaped and shall consist predominantly of plants/vegetation except for necessary walkways, driveways and fences. 13. A six foot high solid and sight obscuring block fence shall be installed on the west side of the property, adjacent to residential uses. 3 14. No fence or wall shall be constructed until a permit is obtained from the Planning Division. Block walls require a building permit. 15. Structures shall consist of non-reflective materials to include brick, stucco, wood, metal, concrete, or other similar materials. 16. The roof shall be constructed with anon-reflective material of concrete tile, Spanish tile, ARC 80 or equivalent subject to review by the Planning Commission. 17. All driveways shall be permanently paved, maintained and remain clear and accessible for vehicle access at all times. 18. Acoustical construction materials shall be used throughout the units to mitigate exterior noise to the standards and satisfaction of the Building and Safety Division. 19. Air conditioners, heating, cooling ventilation equipment, swimming pool pumps and heaters and all other mechanical devices shall be located within the rear yard or side yards and shall meet required setbacks. Such equipment shall be screened from surrounding properties and streets and operated so that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of the neighboring residents, in accordance with the City's Noise Ordinance. 20. The property owner shall maintain apro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and accessory buildings, on a daily basis. GrafFti shall be removed within twenty-four (24) hours. 21. All structures shall consist of neutral or earth tone colors reviewed and approved by the Development Services Department, Planning Division. Trim and architectural features may consist of bright colors. 22. Prior to plan check developer/property owner shall submit color sample and obtain paint permit from the Planning Division. 23. A written request for new address shall be submitted to the Planning Division prior to plan check. 24. 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. 4 25. The applicant shall provide exterior lighting on the property and structures and identify location and intensity of such lights on the site plan prior to submittal for building plan check. 26. The applicant shall provide a security plan identifying security measures to include but not limited to: cameras, alarms, officers, locks, etc. Approval by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Required. 27. Prior to the installation of signs, the applicant or tenant shall submit detailed plans and obtain applicable permits. 28. Business owner or tenants may not install flashing signs, roof signs, 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 sings in the public right of way. Sings shall not be installed on trees, light poles, fences or landscaping features. 29. All vehicle access and parking areas shall be permanently paved and maintained with concrete. Parking stalls shall be delineated and have bumper guards. Handicap parking and access shall be in compliance with ADA standards. 30. Trash enclosure shall be easily accessible. 31. The trash enclosure shall be maintained and rubbish disposed of to address the needs of the tenants. 32. The property shall be maintained in a neat, clean and orderly manner at all times. 33. Disposal services shall be contracted from the City approved contractor. Water services shall be obtaihed from the City of Lynwood. 34. All contractors working on the project must have current business license issued by the City of Lynwood. 35. All tenants shall obtain and maintain an active business license. Licenses are not transferable. 36. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Development Impact and Art Fees. City of Lynwood Ordinance No-1575. 5 BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION 37. All construction shall meet or exceed the minimum building standards that are referenced in the following codes: a The Uniform Building Code-2007 edition; • The Uniform Plumbing Code-2007 edition; • The Uniform Mechanical Code-2007 edition; • The Los Angeles County Fire Code-2007 edition; a The National Electric Code-2005 edition; All as amended by the California Building Code 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 provision shall govern. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT/ENGINEERING DIVISION 38. Submission and recordation of a parcel map is required. Construction may proceed but certificates of occupancy will not be issued prior to the recordation of a final parcel map. 39. Dedicate a five (5') wide strip of property along Oakwood Avenue for street widening from Long Beach Boulevard to the westerly property line. 40. Dedicate required property at the northwest and southwest corner of Oakwood and Long Beach Boulevard and Los Flores and Long Beach Boulevard to accommodate 25 feet radius. 41. Submit a grading plan prepared and signed by a registered Civil Engineer. Grading plan will be checked by the Department of Environmental Services/Engineering Division. No building permits will be issued prior to the approval of the grading plan by the City Engineer (see Engineering Division for standard plan requirements). 42. Construct and repair any damages from project development of new sidewalk, curb and gutter, drive approach(es) and required pavement along Oakwood Avenue and Los Flores Avenue per APWA standards. 43. Construct new drive approach(es) per APWA standards. 6 44. Construct two (2) wheelchair ramp(s) at Oakwood Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard, and Los Flores Boulevard and Long Beach Boulevard. 45. Grind and overlay a minimum of two inches from edge of gutter to edge of gutter fronting the proposed development. Pavement striping shall be replaced when applicable and per City instructions. 46. Reconstruct street, from right-of-way to right-of-way. Oakwood Avenue (Long Beach to Peach) Los Flores (long Beach to Peach) per City instructions. 47. 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. 48. Regrade parkway and landscape with grass. 49. Provide and install three (3) street marbelite pole(s) with light fixture, underground services and conduits on Los Flores Boulevard. Exact location shall be determined by the City. 50. Upgrade two (2) existing street light wooden pole(s) to street marbelite pole(s) with light fixture, underground services and conduits on Oakwood Avenue. Exact location shall be determined by the City. Developer and Public Works Department will consult with Edison. 51. Underground all new utilities. 52. Underground existing utilities. 53. All Edison vaults and structures shall be placed underground. 54. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. 55. 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 7 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 (1'~ in diameter shall be 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. 56. This development is subject to the City's Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan Ordinance (SUSMP) Pursuant to section 14.113 of the City for Lynwood Municipal Code relating to the control of pollutants carried by storm water 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 Environmental Services Engineer Division. 57. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Construction and Demolition Ordinance. Determination shall be made upon submittal of the project's cost estimate to the Department of Environmental Services. Building permits and/or demolition permits shall not be issued until developer/project owner contacts the Department of Environmental Services, Division of Public Works. 58. This project is subject to the City of Lynwood's Development Impact Fees, City of Lynwood Resolution No. 2006.067 59. Developer shall comply with the City's Long Beach Boulevard Specific Plan for development fronting, for right-of-way improvements. 60. Developer to prepare a traffic impact study with recommendations. City shall review and comment on study. 61. Developer to prepare sewer capacity study with recommendations and water capacity study with recommendations. City shall review both these studies and comment. 62. Developer shall implement all approved study recommendations. 63. Curb height on Long Beach Boulevard shall be a minimum of 6". 8 64. Off-site improvements on Long Beach Boulevard shall be per Long Beach Specific Plan. 65. Specific improvements to be determined pursuant to meeting with the City Engineer's office. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT 66. The required fire flow for this development is 3,500 gallons per minute for 3 hours. The water mains in the street fronting this property must be capable of delivering this flow at 20 pounds per square inch residual pressure. 67. 1 Verify/Upgrade 6" x 4" x2 2 1/2" fire hydrants, conforming to AWWA Standard C503-75 or approved equal. All installations must meet Fire Department specifications. Fire hydrant systems must be installed in accordance with the Utility Manual of Ordinance 7834 and all installations must be inspected and flow tested prior to final approval. 68. Provide the following information on the site plan: Occupancy, type of construction, locations and sizes of all fire hydrants within 300 feet of lot frontage. Additional requirements maybe made once information on hydrant locations and fire flow availability is received and reviewed for compliance. The required fire flow may be reduced by Fire Prevention Engineering upon receipt of architectural plans for Building Permit Plan Approval. 69. Location: Flow tests one existing fire hydrant. 1 at the northwest corner of Los Flores Avenue and Long Beach Boulevard nearest the lot frontage. 70. Access: Access is adequate as shown on Site Plan dated January 08, 2008 (FD) on file on this office. 71. Special Requirements: Provide evidence on LACoFD fire flow form (original only), Foem #196, that the hydrant(s) and available flow rate(s) meet LACoFD requirements. 72. 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. 73. The applicant shall comply with all code requirements and conditions set forth by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 5823 9 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 3203 and its conditions shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of January, 2008, by members of the Planning Commission, voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Jonathan Colin, Interim Director of Dev. Services Development Services Department Lourdes Castro-Ramirez, Chair Lynwood Planning Commission APPROVED AS TO FORM: Everett Glenn, City Attorney Planning Commission Counsel 10 ~~~~~A~ STS®Y ~rov6~°ca~~~~atai0 C~~ckO~~~ 1) Project Title: Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 (Amended), and Negative Declaration/Initial Study Construct a commercial project, one story in height providing 14,800 square feet of retail space and forty nine (49) parking stalls. 2) Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Lynwood Development Services Department/Planning Division 11330 Bullis Road Lynwood, CA 90262 3) Contact Person, Title and Phone Number: Jonathan Colin Interim Director of Development Services (310) 603-0220 Ext 255 4) Introduction: The City of Lynwood encompasses a 4.9 square mile area within the southern portion of Los Angeles County, California. The project proposes to construct a retail project, one story in height, providing 14,800 square feet of retail space, and forty nine (49) parking stalls. The City of Lynwood has determined that the project is subject to the guidelines and regulations of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This Initial Study addresses the potential direct, indirect and cumulative environment effects associated with the project. 5) Purpose of the Initial Study: The purpose of the Initial Study is to: (1) identify environmental impacts; (2) provide the lead agency with information to use as the basis for deciding whether to prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) or a Negative Declaration (ND); (3) enable an applicant or lead agency to modify a project, mitigating adverse impacts before an EUIR is required to be prepared; (4) facilitate environmental assessment early in the design of the project; (5) document the factual basis of the findings in a ND that a project would not have a significant environmental impact; (6) eliminate needless EIR's; (7) determine whether a previously prepared EIR could be used for the project; and (8) assisC in the preparation of an EIR, if required. CEQA Guidelines require that the following specific disclosure requirements be included in an Initial Study: (1) A description of the project including the location of the project; (2) An identification of the environmental setting; (3) An identification of environmental effects by use of a checklist, matrix, or other method, provided that entries on a checklist or other form are explained to support the entries except no impact; (4) A discussion of ways to mitigate significant effects identified, if any; Page 1 of i2 (5) An examination of whether the project is compatible with existing zoning, general plan, and other applicable land use controls; (6) The name of the person or persons who prepared or participated in the initial study 6) Project Location: The subject property is located at 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 11123 and 11103 Long Beach Blvd, and 3198 Los Flores boulevard, Assessor Parcel Numbers 6170-039-017 in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial zone; 6170-039-034j in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone; 6170-039-035 in the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zone and 6170-039-0136 in the C 3 (Heavy Commercial) zone. The property is comprised of the above mentioned parcels and totals 48,734 square feet or 1.12 acres in area. 7) Project Sponsor's Name and Address: Oakwood Plaza, LLC 6063 E. 8`h Street, Suite 310 Los Angeles, CA 90014 (213) 327-0105 Attention: Hezi Kashanian 8) General Plan Designation: Commercial 9) Zoning: C-3 (Heavy-Commercial) 10) Consistency with zoning, general plan and other applicable land use controls: The Development is consistent the General Plan Land Use Map and C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zoning and land use designations. The project is consistent with the goals and policies set forth in the Land Use and Housing Elements of the Lynwood General Plan. The project complies with development standards to include but not be limited to lot area, lot coverage, density, building height, landscaping and setbacks. Minimum parking standards are satisfied. The project, noticing, process and procedure is consistent with provisions set forth in State Law. 11) Description of Project: Amend Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07 approving the development of a retail building, one story in height, providing 14,800 square feet of retail space, and forty nine (49) parking stalls. Conditional Use Permit No 2007-07: Construct a one story retail building providing 14,800 square feet of retail space, and forty nine (49) parking stalls. Environmental Review; Negative Declaration/Initial Study 12) Surrounding Land Uses and Environmental Setting: The subject property is irregular in shape and totals 48,743 square feet, or 1.12 acres in area. The property is currently vacant. The surrounding area consists of commercial and residential land sues as follows: Subject: Commercial North: Commercial South: Oakwood Avenue, Commercial East: Long Beach Boulevard then Commercial West: Residential Page 2 of 12 13) ®ther agencies whose approval is required: Los Angeles County Public Works Department Los Angeles County Fire Department 14) Evaluation of Environmental Impacts Potentially Affected: The Initial Study and Negative Declaration analyzes the potential environmental impacts associated with the proposed projects. The areas evaluated in this Initial Study are: Land Use and Planning Population and Housing Geological & Soils Hydrology & Water Quality Air Quality Mandatory Findings of Significance Transportation/Circulation Biological Resources Energy & Mineral Resources Hazards & Hazardous Materials Noise Public Services Utilities & Services Aesthetics Cultural Resources Recreation The Environmental Analysis in this section is patterned after the Initial Study Checklist recommended by the CEQA Guidelines and used by the City in its environmental review process. For the preliminary environmental assessment undertaken as part of this Initial Study's preparation, a determination that there is a potential for significant effects indicates the need to more fully analyze the Project's impacts and to identify mitigation measures. Environmental Factors Potentially Affected: The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages. / Land Use and Planning t -Population and Housing -Geological Problems -Water -Air Quality Determination: (To be completed by the Lead Agency.) On the basis of this initial evaluation: Transportation/ C i rc u l a t i o n -Biological Resources -Energy & Mineral Resource -Hazards Noise -Mandatory Findings of Significance -Public Services -Utilities & Service Systems -Aesthetics -Cultural Resources -Recreation I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an XX Page 3 of 12 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the proposed project. Signature Printed Name Environmental Analysis (Checklist): Date For 15) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parenthesis following each question. A "No Impact" answer if adequately supported if the referenced information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No ImpacC' answer should be explained where it is based on project-specific screening analysis). All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as operational impacts. °Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an EIR is required. "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section XVII, °Earlier Analyses," may be cross- referenced). Page 4 of 12 Earlier ahalyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063 (c){3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section XVII at the end of the checklist. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist references to information sources for potential impacts (e.g., general plans, zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared or outside document should, where appropriate, include a reference to the page or pages where the statement is substantiated. A source list should be attached, and other sources used or individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion. Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact Issues (and Supporting Information Sources): Would the proposal result in potential impacts involving: I. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) ConFlict with general plan designation or XX zoning? (Source(s): ) b) ConFlict with applicable environmental plans XX or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? ( ) c) Be incompatible with existing land use in ~ the vicinity? ( ) d) Affect agricultural resources or operations XX (e.g., impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? ( ) e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of XX an established community (indudinga low income or minority community)? ( ) II. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed offcial regional or local ~ population projections? ( ) b) Induce substantial growth in an area either ~ directly or indirectly (e.g., through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? ( ) c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable XX housing? ( ) Page 5 of 12 - (~ ~ Potential[y Significant Potentially Unless Less Than ._ Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact III. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result impact in or ex pose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault niphn~e? ( ) - XX b) Seismic ground shaking? ( ) ~. c) Seismic ground failure? ( ) ~ d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? ( ) XX e) Landslides or mudFlows? ( ) XX f) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil XX conditions from excavation, grading, or fll? ( ) Less Than Significant Impact. A commercial use project, one story in height providing 14,600 square feet of retail space and forty nine (49) parking stalls will be developed, requiring alteration of existing grading and drainage patterns. Detailed grading and drainage plans would be required and plan checked by the Public Works Department and the property would be inspected to ensure compliance with the California building Code. Mitigation Measures: No Mitigation measures are required. g) Subsidence of the land? ( ) XX h) Expansive soils? ( ) - ~ Less than Significant Impact: The City is within a liquefaction area and soil compaction may be an issu e. A detailed soils report would be requiredduring plan check and prior to issuance of building permits. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. i) Unique geologic or physical features? ( ) )O( IV. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns, XX or the rate and amount of surface runoff? ( ) Less than Significant Impact. The development of a commercial project would include development of structures, fences , driveways and landscaping, thereby altering absorption rates and drainage patterns. The City will require detailed grading and drainage plans to ensure proper drainage and protect properties in the vicinity. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. b) Exposure of people or property to water ~( related hazards such as flooding? ( ) - c) Discharge into surtace waters or other alteration ~ of surface water quality (e.g., ternperature, - dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? ( ) d) Changes In the amount of surface water in )O( any water body? ( ) - ~~ e) Chanyes in currents, or the course or direction ~ of water movements? ( ) - Paye 6 of 12 f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations, or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? ( ) g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? h) Impacts to groundwater quality? ( ) XX XX XX Less than Significant Impact. Construction activities associated with the development of a commercial project may have short and long term impacts. A Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan will be required pursuant to the State Regional Water Quality Control Board. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. Substantial reduction in the amount of XX groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? ( ) V. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to XX an existing or projected air quality violation? ( ) b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ( ) ~( Less than Significant Impact: Residential and commercial properties in the immediate vicinity may be affected in the short- term by grading and construction activities. The applicant would be required to water the site daily to reduce fugitive dust emissions during construction. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, ~( or cause any change in climate? ( ) d) Create objectionable odors? ( ) XX Less than Significant Impact. Odors may be present in the short-term during construction. The applicant would be required to comply with all local, state, and federal requirements pertaining to air quality. Days and hours of construction would be limited to Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m, to 7:00 p.m. to protect the health, safety, and welfare of persons in the area. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. VI. TRANSPORTATION/CIRCULATION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffc congestion? Q XX Less than Significant Impact. The development of a commercial project would increase traffic and vehicle trip ends. Vehicle access and parking facilities are adequate to accommodate additional vehicles and provide off-street parking. Long Beach Blvd is sufficient in width to accommodate the vehicle trip ends and provide additional on-street parking. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g., )()( sharp curves or dangerous intersection) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm equipment)? ( ) Page 7 of 12 Less than Siynificant Ympact. Vehicle Hccess would be provided from a 25" driveway along Los Flores 131vd, and fi-om a 25"driveway along Oakwood Avenue. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. c) Inadequate emergency access or access _ XX to nearby uses? ( ) Less than Significant Impact. The applicant will be required to install concrete driveways and maintain such vehicle access. Driveways shall remain clear and accessible to vehicles of all times. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. d) Insufficient parking capacity on-site or off-site? )O( Less than Significant Impact. The applicant will be required to provide 49 on-site parking stalls. Such parking stalls shall remain clear and accessible for vehicle parking at all times. Mitigation Measures: No ritigation measures are required. Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? ~( f) ConFlicts with adopted policies supporting ~( alternative transportation (e.g., bus turnouts, bicycle racks)? ( ) g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? ( ) XX VII. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened, or rare species or their )O( habitatr (including but not limited to plants, fish, insectr, animals, and birds)? ( ) b) Locally designated species (e.g., heritage trees)? )O( c) Locally designated natural communities )O( (e.g., oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? ( ) d) Wetland habitat (e.g., marsh, riparian, and )()( vernal pool)? ( ) e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? ( ) XX VIII. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES Would the proposal: a) ConFlict with adopted energy conservation plans? XX b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and ~( ineffcient manner? ( ) Page 8 of 12 _. ~) Result in the loss of availability of a I:nown _ mineral resource that would be of future value _ to the region and the residents of the State? ( ) X--~ HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of hazardous substances (including, but not limited XX to: oil, pesticides, chemicals, or radiation? ( ) - IX. Less than Significant Impact. Construction activities and vehices would include hazardous materials in the short-term. Frequent property inspections will be made by the City to ensure protection of the public health, safety, and Upon project completion, very little if any hazardous materials are expected to be stored in the commercial establishments. general welfare. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measure X. XI. b) c) d) e) s required. Possible interterence with an emergency response Plan or emergency evacuation plan? ( ) - The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? ( ) __ ~ XX Less than Si nificant. Construction activities in the short-term ma y create noise, dust, odors, etc. Days and hours of construction w9 be limited and the project site watered daily. No overnight storage of construction vehicles will be permitted. Regular site inspections will be pertormed by City staff. Mitigation Measures. No mitigation measures are required. Exposure of people to existing sources of potential health hazards? ( ) Increased fire hazard in areas with Flammable brush, grass, or trees? ( ) - XX - XX NOISE. Would the proposal result in: Less than Significant Impact. Construction activities in the short-term would increase ambient nose levels. Days and hours of construction would be limited to Monday through Friday from 7:00 a. m. to 7:00 p.m. The residences would have acoustical features to reduce noise levels and be in compliance with the City's Noise Ordinance as well as the California Building Code. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. a) Increases in existing noise levels? b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? ( ) _ Less than Significant Impact. Construction activities in the short-term would increase noise levels in)the vicinity. Days and hours of ambient noise levels in the vicinity. construction would be limited. Upon project completion, the commercial establishmentr are not expected to substantially increase the Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the following areas: a) Fire protection? ( ) Less than Significant Impact. Development of a commercial project may require additional Ere protection. The Los Angeles County Fire Department has two (2) locations in the City of Lynwood capable of responding to emergenty calls. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measw-es are required. Page 9 of 12 i Mitigation Measures: No mitigaiinn measures are required. c) Create light ar glare? ( ) XX Less than Significant Ympact. The commercial project will require exterior lighting. A detailed lighting pla n will be required that identifies light intensities and that suds lights are shielded and directed away from adjacent properties. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. XIV. CULT URAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Distw-b paleontology resources? ( ) XX b) Disturb archaeological resources? ( ) XX c) Affect historical resources? ( ) XX d) Have the potential to cause a physical change XX that would affect unique ethnic cultural values? d) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within XX the potential impact area? ( ) XV. RECR EATION. Would the proposal: a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or XX regional parks or other recreational facilities? ( ) b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? ( ) XX XVI. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE. a) Does the project have the potential to degrade XX the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fsh or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal, or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Does the project have the potential to achieve XX short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? c) Does the project have impacts that are XX individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable' means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects.) d) Does the project have environmental effects XX which will cause substantial adverse affects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? XVII. EARLIER ANALYSIS. Page 11 of 12 Earlier analyses may be used where, pw suant to the tearing, program EIR, or other CEOA process, one of more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration. Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case a discussion should identify the following on attached sheets: a) Earlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review. b) Impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated," describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project. Authority: Public Resources Code Sections 21083 and 21087. Reference: Public Resources Code Sections 21080(c), 21080.1, 21080.3, 21082.1, 21083, 21083.3, 21093, 21094, 21151; Sundstrom v. County of Mendocino, 202 Cal.App.3d 296 (1988); Leonoff v. Monterey Board of Supervisors, 222 Cal.App.3d 1337 (1990). Page 12 of 12 Cdt`y ®f Lyrr,ert<mcsci Comm~anaty~ E3e~et©prnerrt l7epartment 12330 Buliis Road Lynwood, CA 90262 (310) 603-0220, X289 County Clerk County of Los Angeles 500 West Temple Los Angeles, CA 90012 RE: Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07, and Tentative Parcel Map No. 2007-01 To Whom It May Concern: Application has been filed with the City of Lynwood for approval of the project known as the Oakwood Plaza, consisting of Conditional Use Permit No. 2007-07, on property located at 3211 Oakwood Avenue, 3198 Los Flores Boulevard, 11123 and 1103 Lonq Beach Blvd on the west side of Lonq Beach Boulevard between Oakwood Avenue and Los Flores Boulevard, Assessor Parcel Numbers 6170-039- 017, 034, 035 and 036 within a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) zoning designation and to be developed by the applicant Oakwood Plaza, LLC (Hezi Kashanian). The project is briefly described as: Approval to construct a retail building one story in height providing 14 800 square feet of retail space, and 49 oarkina stalls ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: An Initial Study was performed and no potentially significant impacts were identified. Mitigation measures were not required, however, mandatory conditions of approval are set forth in Planning Commission Resolutions 3203, and Resolution 3178 to ensure compliance with the Lynwood General Plan, Zoning Code and California Building Code. In accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), State Guidelines, and the City of Lynwood Guidelines for the implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act, the Department of Development Services, Planning Division of the City of Lynwood analyzed the project and determined that the project will not have a significant Ichvo~dfildplaunoingVfomss6iegdu.doc Revised 0]-^_]-)S 6~ey. ®ee. 32:I~. fDal€v~rood ~~re ~ Wage 2 of 3 impact on the environment. Based on this finding, the Department prepared and hereby filed this NEGATIVE DECLARATION. A period of thirty (30) calendar days from the date of filing of this NEGATIVE DECLARATION was provided to enable public review of the project specifications and this document prior to action on the project by the City of Lynwood. A copy of the project specifications is on file in the offices of the Department of Development Services, Planning Division, City Hall Annex, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California, 90262 (310) 603-0220, Extension 255. It is the finding of the City of Lynwood that the project will not have a signifir_ant effect on the environment. The Conditions of Approval set forth by the Planning Commission would ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws. The above finding is based on the following: A. The site of the proposed project is adequate in size and shape to accommodate acommercial/retail project, consisting of retail space. B. The proposed project, as conditioned, will ensure compliance with local, state and federal law. Conditions of approval have been made a part of the conditional use permit and will be implemented and monitored. C. The proposed project will not have a negative impact on the value of the surrounding properties or interfere with or endanger the health, safety or welfare or persons residing or working in the vicinity. D. The granting of the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the comprehensive General Plan. The Lynwood General Plan and Land Use Map are consistent with the project. The project will comply with goals and policies in the Land Use and Housing Elements of the General Plan. E. The location of the project and conditions under which the residences would operate are in accord with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and the purpose of the zone in which the site is located. F. The location of the project and the conditions under which it will be operated and maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. n:~~~~meie~pi~~~~~~~s~r ,~uaresd~.d~e keci~N V]2]A6 V~ieg. ~3ec. 33.1 ~akti~vootl Ate ~ 3anuary 8, 26Bn8 ~ Page 3 of 3 This Document, the Notice of Determination and Initial Study are being filed in duplicate. Prepared and filed by: The Department of Develop~egt Services, Planning Division f i e // ~~ BY: ~bnathan Colin, Interim Director of Development Services DATE: ~~ d ~ / 2~ f/ L Awnrdfilc~plannningAfon~rs~negAuAoc Y view 07-27-98 b) Police protection? ( ) XX _ Less than Significant. Development of a commercial project may require additional police services The Los Angeles Cobnty Sheriff Department has adequate resources at the Century Station to respond to service calls. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures required. c) Schools? ( ) ~ d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? XX Less than Significant Impact. Additional business establishments would increase wear and tear on streets in the vicinity due to added trip ends. The City has budgeted for future street improvements that would be implemented and maintained by the Public Works Department. Mitigation Measures. No mitigation measures required. e) Other governmental services? ( ) XX Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact XII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or substantial alterations to the following utilizes: a) Power or natural gas? ( ) ~ b) Communications systems? ( ) XX c) Local or regional water treatment or )O( distribution facilities? ( ) d) Storm water drainage? ( ) XX Less than Significant Impact. The project will require construction of a new commercial building and paving that may increase storm water drainage. The applicant would be required to comply with the City of Lynwood Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan Ordinance to ensure proper drainage and that pollutants are treated on-site prior to entering storm drains. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation measures are required. e) Solid waste disposal? ( ) p( Less than Significant Impact. Additional residences and business establishments would increase solid waste. The City's solid waste contractor is capable of providing trash pick-up services to [he project. Mitigation Measures: No mitigation Measures are required. f) Local or regional water supplies? ( ) XX XIII. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? (, ) XX b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect? XX ~ Less than Significant Impact. The project has been reviewed by the Design Review Board and Ste Plan Review Committee ~ to ensure harmony with the existing residences and businesses in the viciNty. The project would consist of stucco siding, concrete 61e or composition asphalt roofs, decorative garages and window [rim, attractive landscaping and concrete driveways. Page 10 of 12