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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES-24-7458 (PDP_24-10)Page 1 of 13 RES-24-7458 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH RESOLUTION NO. RES-24-7458 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP 24-10), FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING CITY-OWNED SURFACE PARKING LOT LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 14TH STREET AND MANHATTAN AVENUE IN THE DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL (C-2) ZONE, AND DETERMINE THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT WHEREAS, an application was filed on July 11, 2024, by the applicant , the City of Hermosa Beach, for the reconstruction of a city-owned surface parking lot located at the southwest corner of 14th Street and Manhattan Avenue, seeking approval for Precise Development Plan 24-10. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on August 20, 2024, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the Planning Commission. WHEREAS, at its August 20, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 24-16 approving Precise Development Plan (PDP 24-10). WHEREAS, at its September 10, 2024, regularly scheduled meeting, the City Council acted to call up the Precise Development Plan 24-10 conditionally approved by the Planning Commission. Section 2.52.040 of the HBMC provides a mechanism for the City Council to review the item de novo; the City Council may act to uphold, reverse, or otherwise modify the Commission’s action; or remand the matter with direction back to the Commission for further review. WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on October 8, 2024, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the City Council. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The proposed project is Categorically Exempt from the California Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 2 of 13 RES-24-7458 Environmental Quality Act as defined in Section 15311(b), Class 11 Categorical Exemption, Accessory Structures. More specifically, the project is comprised of reconstruction of a small parking lot, which is exempt. Further, CEQA Guidelines section 15302 (Class 2) exempts the replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced. The reconstructed City parking lot will be in the same location and have the same purpose with some minor increase in capacity (3 spaces). Moreover, none of the exceptions to the Categorical Exemptions apply, nor will the project result in a significant cumulative impact of successive projects of the same type in the same place over time or have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances or damage a scenic highway or scenic resources within a state scenic highway. The site is not located on a hazardous waste site and will not cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. Section 2. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the City Council hereby further finds, determines, and declares pertaining to the application for Precise Development Plan pursuant to Section 17.58.030 of the Municipal Code. 1.Distance from existing residential uses in relation to negative effects: The project would reconstruct an existing city-owned surface parking lot within the C-2 Zone. Residential development uses are located directly to the north and east of the subject site. The proposed development would blend in cohesively with the existing streetscape of multi-family residential and commercial uses. 2.The amount of existing or proposed off-street parking in relation to actual need: Based on the proposed development, the municipal code has no requirement for the number of parking stalls required for a commercial parking lot. The project proposes of 22 parking stalls, including twelve (12) regular stalls, five (5) compact stalls, two (2) electric vehicle stalls, two (2) neighborhood electric vehicle stalls, and one (1) accessible stall. 3.The combination of uses proposed, as they relate to compatibility: The underlying zoning for the subject site is Downtown Commercial (C-2) which permits parking lots. Properties to the South and west are also zoned C-2. The proposed project would be compatible with the surrounding area as it would be a commercial development. Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 3 of 13 RES-24-7458 4.The relationship of the estimated generated traffic volume and the capacity and safety of streets serving the area: The current use of the lot is a parking lot. The use will not change with the reconstruction of the site. The use is consistent with the development character of the neighborhood and would not have an outsized effect on the traffic volume and the capacity of streets serving the area. 5.The proposed exterior signs and decor, and the compatibility thereof with existing establishments in the area: The proposed project is for the reconstruction of an existing city-owned surface parking lot and will not include a building. Therefore, the proposed will be consistent with the neighborhood’s development pattern and the overall character of the neighborhood. 6.Building and driveway orientation in relation to sensitive uses, e.g., residences and schools: The proposed project does include a building component. The surrounding vicinity is residential and commercial. Vehicular access to the site would be provided off Palm Drive, which is adjacent to commercial uses, and 14th street, which is located away from any residential entryways. 7.Noise, odor, dust and/or vibration that may be generated by the proposed use: Most of the noise, odor, and vibration impacts would be temporary and limited to the construction of the project. Therefore, adverse impacts are not expected because of the transitory nature of construction impacts. 8.Impact of the proposed use to the City’s infrastructure, and/or services: The proposed project is for the reconstruction of an existing city- owned surface parking lot. The project will result in a net increase of three additional parking stalls. Moreover, the project will not negatively impact the city’s infrastructure and/or services. 9.Adequacy of mitigation measures to minimize environmental impacts in quantitative terms: The project does not create adverse environmental impacts because the proposed commercial use and design is consistent with surrounding uses and development within the neighborhood and complies with all applicable criteria set forth in the HBMC and General Plan. Conditions of approval have been incorporated to further ensure the Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 4 of 13 RES-24-7458 project does not create adverse environmental impacts. 10. Other considerations that, in the judgment of the Planning Commission, are necessary to assure compatibility with the surrounding uses, and the City as a whole. The proposed development overall is consistent with the surrounding neighborhood. The project includes new light fixtures. The new lighting will be compatible with existing lighting fixtures in the neighborhood. Additionally, a conditional of approval requiring all lighting to be directed downward and shielded to prevent light spillage into neighboring properties. Section 3. Based on the evidence received at the public meeting, the City Council herby further finds, determines, and declares that the project is consistency with the City General Plan as follows: General Plan Consistency Goals & Policies Findings Mobility Element Goal 4: A parking system that meets the parking needs and demand of residents, visitors, and employees in an efficient and cost-effective manner Policy 4.2 Encourage coastal access Ensure parking facilities and costs of such facilities are not a barrier to beach access by the public. coastal zone and within 0.1 mile from the beach and would continue to provide patrons with parking to access the beach. The parking lot rehabilitation would result in a net increase of three parking spaces and new bike racks. These enhancements will enable more beachgoers convenient access to Sustainability and Conservation Element Goal 7: Essential topsoil is retained, and erosion is minimized Policy 7.1 Permeable pavement. Require the use of permeable pavement in parking lots, sidewalks, plazas, and other low-intensity paved The project proposes to replace existing non-permeable asphalt concrete pavement with permeable pavement. As a result, the site will have 100 percent permeability. Parks and Open Space Element Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 5 of 13 RES-24-7458 General Plan Consistency Goals & Policies Findings Goal 6. The coast and its recreational facilities are easily accessible from many locations and by multiple transportation modes Policy 6.5 Wayfinding and costal access. Maximize all forms of access and safety getting to and around the Coastal Zone through infrastructure and wayfinding improvements. Policy 6.6 Universal access. Provide resources that improve accessibility to the beach for all visitors. from the beach and includes a new bike rack, and parking for neighborhood electric vehicles. This encourages alternative forms of transportation (i.e. biking and walking), thus making the beach more accessible to beachgoers where the utilization of a car is not feasible. The project site is located 0.1 miles from the beach and includes a new bike rack. This encourages alternative forms of transportation, thus making the beach more accessible to beach goers where Infrastructure Element Goal 5: The stormwater management system is safe, sanitary, and environmentally and fiscally sustainable Policy 5.7. Stormwater permits. Strictly implement, enforce, and monitor MS4 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit requirements through stormwater various stormwater capture devices. Land Use Element Goal 5: Quality and authenticity in architecture and site design in all construction and renovation of buildings Policy 5.3 Locally appropriate materials. Require architectural designs, building materials and landscape design to respect and The project will be conditioned to require landscaping to be drought tolerant and to include California Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 6 of 13 RES-24-7458 General Plan Consistency Goals & Policies Findings topography, history, and building practices Goal 6: A pedestrian-focused urban form that creates visual interest and a comfortable outdoor environment Policy 6.7 Pedestrian-oriented design. Eliminate urban form conditions that reduce walkability by discouraging surface parking and parking structures along walkways, long blank walls along walkways, and garage- dominated building facades Policy 6.8 Balance pedestrian and vehicular circulation. Require vehicle parking design to consider pedestrian circulation. Require the following of all new development along corridors: •Where parking lots front the street, the City will work with existing property owners to add landscaping between the parking lot and the street. •Parking lots should be landscaped to create an attractive pedestrian environment and reduce the impact of heat islands. •The number of curb cuts and other intrusions of vehicles across sidewalks should be minimized. The project would reconstruct an existing parking lot adding three additional parking spaces, enhancing the perimeter with landscaping, and accessible ramp. The project would provide a new ADA walkway. The project would also provide enhanced landscape on site and fronting the street. Additionally, no new curb cuts are proposed. Section 4. Based on the foregoing, the City Council hereby approves Precise Development Plan 24-10 for the reconstruction of a city-owned surface parking lot subject to the following Conditions of Approval: General: 1.The development and continued use of the property shall be in conformance with submitted plans received and reviewed by the City Council on October 8, 2024, revised in accordance with the conditions Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 7 of 13 RES-24-7458 below. The Community Development Director may approve minor modifications that do not otherwise conflict with the HBMC or requirements of this approval. 2.The project shall fully comply with all requirements of the C-2 Zone as applicable of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC), including by not limited to: a.A minimum rear and/or side yard setback of five feet shall be provided, except where public rights-of-way twenty (20) feet or greater in width, separate the commercial zone from the residential zone. Precise setback compliance shall be reviewed at the time of building plan review, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. b.Signage shall comply with HBMC Section 17.50. c.Designated, screened solid waste storage areas shall be shown on the site plan compliance with HBMC Chapter 8.12. d.Driveway transitions shall comply with HBMC Section 17.44.120(D). e.All exterior lighting shall be downcast, fully shielded and illumination shall be contained within the property boundaries. Lighting shall be energy conserving and motion detector lighting shall be used for all lighting except low-level (3 feet or less in height) security lighting and porch lights. Lamp bulbs and images shall not be visible from within any onsite or offsite residential unit. Exterior lighting shall not be deemed finally approved until 30 days after installation, during which period the building official may order the dimming or modification of any illumination found to be excessively brilliant or impacting to nearby properties. 3.The project shall comply with HBMC Chapter 8.60 Water Efficient Landscaping. 4.All landscaping shall be native species. 5.The project shall comply with all requirements of the City of Hermosa Beach Building Division, Public Works Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department, and the HBMC. 6.The applicant shall comply with all applicable Mitigations Measures of the General Plan Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH No. Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 8 of 13 RES-24-7458 201581009) as adopted by the City Council including: a.Construction projects within the city shall demonstrate compliance with all applicable standards of the Southern California Air Quality Management District, including the following provisions of District Rule 403: i.All unpaved demolition and construction areas shall be wetted at least twice daily during excavation and construction, and temporary dust covers shall be used to reduce dust emissions and meet SCAQMD Rule 403. Wetting could reduce fugitive dust by as much as 50 percent. ii.The construction area shall be kept sufficiently dampened to control dust caused by grading and hauling, and at all times provide reasonable control of dust caused by wind. iii.All clearing, earth moving, or excavation activities shall be discontinued during periods of high winds (i.e., greater than 15 mph), so as to prevent excessive amounts of dust. iv.All dirt/soil loads shall be secured by trimming, watering, or other appropriate means to prevent spillage and dust. v.All dirt/soil materials transported off-site shall be required to cover their loads as required by California Vehicle Code Section 23114 to prevent excessive amount of dust. vi.General contractors shall maintain and operate construction equipment so as to minimize exhaust emissions. vii.Trucks having no current hauling activity shall not idle but shall be turned off (MM 4.2-2A). b.In accordance with Section 2485 in Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations, the idling of all diesel-fueled commercial vehicles (weighing over 10,000 pounds) during construction shall be limited to 5 minutes at any location (MM 4.2-2b). c.Construction projects within the city shall comply with South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1113 limiting the volatile organic compound content of architectural coatings (MM 4.2-2c). d.For any project where earthmoving or ground disturbance activities are proposed at depths that encounter older Quaternary terrace deposits (depths between 15 and 35 feet), a qualified paleontologist shall be present Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 9 of 13 RES-24-7458 during excavation or earthmoving activities (MM 4.4- 3). e.If paleontological resources are discovered during earthmoving activities, the construction crew shall immediately cease work in the vicinity of the find and notify the City. The project applicant(s) shall retain a qualified paleontologist to evaluate the resource and prepare a recovery plan in accordance with Society of Vertebrate Paleontology guidelines (1996). The recovery plan may include, but is not limited to, a field survey, construction monitoring, sampling and data recovery procedures, museum storage coordination for any specimen recovered, and a report of findings. Recommendations in the recovery plan that are determined by the lead agency to be necessary and feasible shall be implemented before construction activities can resume at the site where the paleontological resources were discovered (MM 4.4-3). f.For development located at a distance within which acceptable vibration standards pursuant to the Table 4.11-10 of the General Plan Program EIR, included below, the applicant at the time of plan check submittal shall submit a report prepared by a qualified structural engineer demonstrating the following: i.Vibration level limits based on building conditions, soil conditions, and planned demolition and construction methods to ensure vibration levels would not exceed acceptable levels where damage to structures using vibration levels in Draft EIR Table 4.11-4 as standards. ii.Specific measures to be taken during construction to ensure the specified vibration level limits are not exceeded. iii.A monitoring plan to be implemented during demolition and construction that includes post‐ construction and post‐ demolition surveys of existing structures that would be impacted. Examples of measures that may be specified for implementation during demolition or construction include but are not limited to: 1.Prohibition of certain types of impact equipment. 2.Requirement for lighter tracked or wheeled equipment. 3.Specifying demolition by non‐impact methods, such as sawing concrete. 4.Phasing operations to avoid simultaneous vibration Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 10 of 13 RES-24-7458 sources. 5.Installation of vibration measuring devices to guide decision-making for subsequent activities (MM 4.11-2). General Plan Program EIR TABLE 4.22-10 Typical Vibration Source Levels for Construction Equipment Equipment Vibration Velocity Level at 25 Feet, in/sec Equipment Within Which Standard is Exceeded Pile driver (impact) 0.158 158 feet Pile driver (sonic) 0.045 68 feet Clam shovel drop (slurry wall) 0.050 74 feet Building Plans: 7.The plans and construction shall comply with all requirements of the Building Code in Title 15 and Green Building Standards in HBMC Chapter 15.48. Water conservation practices set forth in HBMC Section 8.56.070 shall be complied with and noted on construction plans prior to permit issuance. 8.A copy of final construction plans, including site and elevation plans, which are consistent with the conditions of approval of this PDP, shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division for consistency with City Council approved plans and this Resolution prior to the submittal to the Building Division for building plan review. 9.The applicant shall submit all required plans and reports to comply with the City’s construction debris recycling program including manifests from both the recycler and County landfill; at least 65% of demolition debris Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 11 of 13 RES-24-7458 associated with demolition of the existing improvements and new construction shall be recycled. Public Works: 10.No new walls or foundation footing will be allowed to be constructed on or over the public right-of-way. 11.Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, an approved civil engineering plans prepared by a licensed civil engineer, and approved by Public Works, addressing grading, undergrounding of all utilities, pavement, sidewalk, curb and gutter improvements, on-site and off-site drainage (no sheet flow permitted), installation of utility laterals, and all other improvements necessary to comply with the Municipal Code and Public Works specifications, shall be filed with the Community Development Department. 12.Civil engineering plans shall include adjacent properties/structures, sewer laterals, and storm drain main lines on street. 13.During project construction, the applicant shall protect private and public property in compliance with HBMC Sections 15.04.070 and 15.04.140. No work in the public right of way shall commence unless and until all necessary permits are attained from the Public Works Department including, if required, an approved Residential or Commercial Encroachment Permit. 14.Sewer manhole rim/lid elevations must be submitted prior to grading and plan check. 15.Sewer lateral video must be submitted with building plan review submittal if the developer plans to use the existing sewer lateral. Sewer lateral work may be required after review of the sewer lateral video. 16.The project must comply with Storm Water and Urban Runoff Pollution Control Regulations (HBMC Ch. 8.44). Implement required Low Impact Appendix D and E of the Storm Water LID Guidelines, submit at time of grading and plan check along with an erosion control plan. Construction: 17.Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, the applicant shall notify abutting property owners and residents within 100 feet of the project site of the anticipated date for commencement of construction. Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 12 of 13 RES-24-7458 a.The procedures for notification shall be provided by the Building and Safety Division of the Community Development Department. b.Building permits will not be issued until the applicant provides an affidavit certifying mailing of the notice. 18.Project construction shall conform to the Noise Control Ordinance requirements in HBMC Section 8.24.050. Allowed hours of construction shall be printed on the building plans and posted at construction site. 19.Traffic control measures, including flagmen, shall be utilized to preserve public health, safety, and welfare. 20.A construction sign shall be posted conspicuously during the course of construction at the project site. Other: 21.This approval shall not be effective for any purposes until the permittee and the owners of the property involved have filed at the office of the Planning Division of the Community Development Department their affidavits stating that they are aware of, and agree to accept, all of the conditions of approval. This Precise Development Plan resolution shall be recorded, and proof of recordation shall be submitted to the Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 22.Approval of this permit shall expire twenty-four (24) months from the date of approval by the Coastal Commission following the approval of the City Council unless significant construction or improvements or the use authorized hereby has commenced. One or more extensions of time may be requested. No extension shall be considered unless requested, in writing to the Community Development Director including the reason therefore, at least 60 days prior to the expiration date. No additional notice of expiration would be provided. 23.The Planning Commission may review this Precise Development Plan and may amend the subject conditions or impose any new conditions if deemed necessary to mitigate detrimental effects on the neighborhood resulting from the development. 24.The subject property shall be developed, maintained, and operated in full compliance with the conditions of this permit and any law, statute, Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 Page 13 of 13 RES-24-7458 ordinance or other regulation applicable to any development or activity on the subject property. Failure of the permittee to cease any development or activity not in full compliance shall be a violation of these conditions. 25.To the extent permitted by law, Permittee shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Hermosa Beach, its City Council, its officers, employees and agents (the “indemnified parties”) from and against any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to attack, set aside, or void any permit or approval for this project authorized by the City, including (without limitation) reimbursing the City its actual attorney’s fees and costs in defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with attorneys of its choice. The permittee shall reimburse the City for any court and attorney's fees which the City may be required to pay as a result of any claim or action brought against the City because of this permit. Although the permittee is the real party in interest in an action, the City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of the action, but such participation shall not relieve the permittee of any obligation under this condition. 26.Each of the above conditions is separately enforced, and if one of the conditions of approval is found to be invalid by a court of law, all the other conditions shall remain valid and enforceable. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED on this 8th day of October, 2024. Mayor Dean Francois PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, CA ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ ________________________________ Myra Maravilla, Patrick Donegan, City Clerk City Attorney Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3 State of California ) County of Los Angeles ) ss ) City of Hermosa Beach October 24, 2024 Certification of Council Action RESOLUTION NO. RES-24-7458 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN (PDP 24-10), FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING CITY-OWNED SURFACE PARKING LOT LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF 14TH STREET AND MANHATTAN AVENUE IN THE DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL (C-2) ZONE, AND DETERMINE THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT I, Myra Maravilla, City Clerk of the City of Hermosa Beach do hereby certify that the above and foregoing Resolution No. RES-24-7458 was duly approved and adopted by the City Council of said City at its regular meeting thereof held on the 8th day of October, 2024, and passed by the following vote: AYES: MAYOR FRANCOIS, COUNCILMEMBERS DETOY AND MASSEY NOES: MAYOR PRO TEMPORE SAEMANN AND COUNCILMEMBER JACKSON ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE ________________________________ Myra Maravilla, City Clerk Docusign Envelope ID: 73AED7D0-700D-4F38-9375-2013AA8201E3