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City of Hermosa Beach
Regular Meeting Agenda - Final
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA
90254
Chair
Peter Hoffman
Commissioners
Rob Saemann
Marie Rice
David Pedersen
Stephen Izant
Council Chambers (Virtually)7:00 PMTuesday, August 18, 2020
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Oral / Written Communications
Section I
CONSENT CALENDAR
5.REPORT
20-0522 Approval of the July 21, 2020 Planning Commission Action Minutes
Recommendation:Approve the Planning Commission action minutes of the July 21, 2020 regular meeting.
6. Resolution(s) for Consideration - None
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Section II
HEARING
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7.REPORT
20-0526 Receive Tri-Annual Report for On-Sale Alcoholic Beverage Conditional
Use Permits
Recommendation:Receive and file the report for informational purposes.
As noted in the report of June 22, 2020 this report covers the period from November 1,
2019 to April 30, 2020. Based on the information in the report, no establishment has
reached the "Standard Initiating Planning Commission Review."
Section III
PUBLIC HEARING
8.REPORT
20-0523 Information Only: Public Hearing Notices and Project Zoning Maps
9.REPORT
20-0530 CON 20-3, PDP 20-7, VTPM #82004 - Reinstatement of expired
condominium entitlements (Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development
Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004) for a previously
approved two-unit attached condominium project at 634 5th Street, and
determine the project is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Recommendation:Adopt the attached resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit, Precise
Development Plan, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004 for a two-unit attached
condominium project at 634 5th Street, subject to conditions, and determine the project
is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
10.REPORT
20-0531 Parking Plan 20-3, Parking Plan for a new food service establishment (Mix
it Up Cafe) for the purpose of determining that it’s a snack shop with
characteristics to allow consideration of the retail commercial requirement
for parking at 114 Pier Avenue and determination that the project is
Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Recommendation:Adopt the attached resolution approving a Parking Plan finding that the use is a snack
shop and less than required parking is merited due to the parking demand characteristics
of the proposed use at 114 Pier Avenue and determine the project is categorically
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Section IV
HEARING
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11.REPORT
20-0532 Extension of time to Planning Entitlement- To extend for one (1) year the
expiration date of a Conditional Use Permit 18-5, and Precise
Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #82295 for a
two-Unit detached residential condominium project at 1602 Loma Drive,
and determine the project is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Recommendation:To adopt by Minute Order the extension of the expiration date of the Conditional Use
Permit 18-5, Precise Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #82295
for a two-unit attached residential condominium project by one (1) year, to October 16,
2021.
Section V
12. Staff Items
a. Verbal report on City Council actions
b. Verbal status report on major Planning projects
c.REPORT
20-0529 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle lifts
as a method to provide required parking.
Recommendation:1. Provide feedback on the proposed code amendment options.
2. Direct Staff to draft code amendments to be presented at the next Planning
Commission Meeting.
d. Establishment of subcommittee to assist staff in review and selection of
Zoning Ordinance Update consultant
e.REPORT
20-0527 Rotation of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
f. Temporary Meeting Time Change
g.REPORT
20-0524 September 15, 2020 Planning Commission Tentative Future Agenda Items
Recommendation:Receive and file the September 15, 2020 Planning Commission tentative future agenda
items.
h.REPORT
20-0525 Community Development Department Activity Report of December 2019
Recommendation:Receive and file the December 2019 Community Development Department activity report.
13. Commissioner Items
14. Adjournment
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City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0522
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Approval of the July 21, 2020 Planning Commission Action Minutes
Recommended Action:
Approve the Planning Commission action minutes of the July 21, 2020 regular meeting.
Attachment:
1. July 21, 2020 Planning Commission action minutes
Respectfully Submitted by: Beverly Tuazon, Administrative Assistant
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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City Hall
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Hermosa Beach, CA
90254
City of Hermosa Beach
Action Minutes - Draft
Planning Commission
Chair
Peter Hoffman
Vice Chair
Michael Flaherty
Commissioners
Rob Saemann
Marie Rice
David Pedersen
7:00 PM Council Chambers (Virtually)Tuesday, July 21, 2020
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THIS MEETING IS HELD PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20 ISSUED BY GOVERNOR
GAVIN NEWSOM ON MARCH 17, 2020. ANY OR ALL PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS MAY
ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE BY TELECONFERENCE/VIRTUAL MEETING. MEMBERS OF THE
PUBLIC MAY PARTICIPATE BY TELECONFERENCE.
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1. Call to Order
Due to technical difficulties, the meeting start was delayed to 8:01 PM.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
Commissioner Rob Saemann, Chair Peter Hoffman, Vice Chair Michael Flaherty,
Commissioner Marie Rice, and Commissioner David Pedersen
Present:5 -
Absent:0
All Planning Commissioners attended remotely.
Also Present Remotely: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
Patrick Donegan, Assistant City Attorney
Christy Teague, Senior Planner
Yuritzy Randle, Assistant Planner
Melanie Emas, Assistant Planner
4. Oral Communications
Attending remotely to speak: Beata Stylianos.
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a.REPORT
20-0447
Written Communications
1. Email from David GrethenAttachments:
Section I
CONSENT CALENDAR
5.REPORT
20-0448
Approval of the June 16, 2020 and June 22, 2020 Planning Commission
Action Minutes
June 16, 2020 Planning Commission action minutes
June 22, 2020 Planning Commission action minutes
Attachments:
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Pedersen to approve the June 16, 2020 and June 22, 2020 action minutes. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
6. Resolution(s) for Consideration - None
Section II
PUBLIC HEARING
7.REPORT
20-0449
Information Only: Project Zoning Maps
1. Project Zoning MapsAttachments:
8.REPORT
20-0454
Precise Development Plan PDP 20-3 and Parking Plan PARK 20-1
request for conversion of an 11 unit non-conforming apartment building into
a 9 unit hotel, including removal of 2 ground floor units and provision of 2
new parking spaces and determination that the project is categorically
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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1. Resolution of Approval for Proposed Precise Development Plan
2. Resolution of Approval for Proposed Parking Plan
3. Current Inventory of City-approved Parking In-Lieu Spaces
4. Project Plans and Site Photos
5. Business Narrative
6. Business Management Plan to Minimize Neighborhood Impacts
7. Parking and Traffic Study
8. Link to City’s Downtown Rideshare Zones
http://www.hermosabch.org/index.aspx?page=28&recordid=1346
9. Public Notice Mailer and Radius Map
10. Public Notification Legal Posters
11. Memorandum Regarding SB330 (The Housing Crisis Act) and
Coastal Act
12. Planning Commissioner Questions and Response Locations in
Report
13. Supplemental - Letter from Albro Lundy, added 7-21-20
Attachments:
Attending remotely to speak: Pablo Escutia, Greg McNaley, and Walter Franco.
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Saemann and seconded by Vice Chair
Flaherty to adopt the resolution, as amended below, approving Precise
Development Plan 20-3 to allow an existing 11-unit apartment building to be
converted to a 9-unit hotel with 2 new parking spaces in the C-2 (Restricted
Commercial) zoning district at 66 11th Street; and determine that the project is
categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Condition of Approval (COA) #6: The business shall prevent unruliness and
boisterous activities of the patrons on the outdoor patios, rooftop decks, outside
of the hotel, or in the immediate area.
COA #7: Architectural treatments and accessory facilities, as well as all
landscaping, shall be as shown on building elevations, site and floor plans.
Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at the time of plan check,
to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
COA #8: The roof deck shall be closed and locked between hours of 10:00 p.m.
and 8:00 a.m. to minimize neighborhood impacts.
COA # 9: No live entertainment, music, speakers, televisions, or audio or visual
media of any type, whether amplified or unamplified, shall be provided within
any outdoor area.
COA #10: The roof deck areas shall be available for verified guests and their
guests only. The roof deck shall not be accessible to the public. The number of
people on the roof deck shall not exceed the posted maximum occupancy
allowed by the Building and Fire Codes and shall in no case exceed 50 people.
COA #11: Prior to the final of building permits, the applicant shall submit to the
Community Development Director for review and approval a business
management plan that includes the following:
a. Identify all reasonably prudent business practices that the owner or owner’s
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authorized agent will use to ensure that occupants and/or guests will occupy the
hotel in a manner that complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and
permits.
b. Identify all reasonably prudent business practices to ensure that the occupants
and/or guests of the hotel do not create unreasonable noise or disturbances,
engage in disorderly conduct or illegal activity, or violate any applicable law,
rule or regulation pertaining to the use and occupancy of the hotel. Upon
notification that any occupant or guest of the hotel has created unreasonable
noise or disturbances, engaged in disorderly conduct, or committed violations of
any applicable, law, rule or regulation pertaining to the use and occupancy of
the hotel, respond in a timely and appropriate manner to immediately halt or
prevent a recurrence of such conduct.
c. Provide the name, address and telephone number of a local contact person
who shall be available 24 hours per day, seven days per week for the purpose of
responding to City staff and other hotel guest calls pertaining to complaints
regarding the condition, operations, or conduct of occupants of the hotel or their
guests and if directed by City staff, to personally proceed on-site within thirty (30)
minutes from the call to resolve the problem.
d. Identify all reasonably prudent business practices to ensure that the hotel is
used for overnight accommodations purposes only. This shall include using all
prudent business practices to prohibit the rental to commercial party businesses.
e. A plaque shall be posted and maintained at all times within plain view of both
entrances with emergency 24-hour contact telephone number. Management shall
respond to guest inquiries or complaints within 30 minutes.
New COA: A minimum of 3 security cameras shall be installed on the rooftop
deck and monitored to ensure guest compliance with hours of use. Video
recordings will be stored for 2 weeks and available to City authorities when
requested.
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Saemann and seconded by Commissioner
Pedersen to adopt the resolution, as presented, for Parking Plan 20-1.
Both motions carried by the following vote:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
Section III
HEARING
9.REPORT
20-0452
S4 #39 SIGN REVIEW - Determination on whether a proposed display
measuring approximately 3,376 square feet on the west facing building wall
of the historic Bijou building located at 1221 Hermosa Avenue is a mural,
and determination that the project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to
Sections 15301 and 15061(b)(3) under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
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1. Draft Approval Resolution
2. Applicant Submittal 7-16
3. Applicant Supplemental Response
4. Site Photographs
5. Notice Poster Verification
Attachments:
Chair Hoffman and Vice Chair Flaherty recused themselves.
Attending remotely to speak: Steve Izant.
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Pedersen to adopt the resolution, as presented, determining that the proposed
display covering 3,376 square feet of surface area on the west side of an existing
building is consistent with the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) definition
of ‘Mural’ at 1221 Hermosa Avenue (Bijou Building) and determine that the
proposed project is Categorically Exempt pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15061(b)
(3) under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The motion carried by
the following vote, noting the recusal of Chair Hoffman and Vice Chair Flaherty:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Commissioner Rice, and Commissioner Pedersen3 -
Absent:0
Recused:Chair Hoffman, and Vice Chair Flaherty2 -
Section IV
10. Staff Items
a.REPORT
20-0451
Receive Tri-Annual Report for On-Sale Alcoholic Beverage Conditional
Use Permits
1. Process and Standards, updated 2019
2. Police/ABC Report for this period
3. Police/ABC Report for last period
4. Police Statistics for this period
5. Police Officer Checks for this period
6. Code Enforcement Data for this period
7. Code Enforcement Data for last period
Attachments:
Commissioner Rice noted the typo on page 7 of the staff report, which reported
21 sexual assaults. The actual count shall be updated in the report presented to
the Planning Commission for the August 18, 2020 meeting.
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Vice Chair Flaherty to
receive and file the report. The motion carried by the following vote:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
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b.REPORT
20-0445
Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle lifts
as a method to provide required parking.
1. Staff Report May 19, 2020
2. Planning Commission Resolution 20-13
3. Residential Parcels Less Than 2100 Square feet
4. Types of Vehicle Lifts (Photos)
5. Mechanics for a Single-Post Parking System
6. Mechanics of a Subterranean Vehicle Lift
7. Supplemental - eComments, added 7-20-20
8. Supplemental - eComments, added 7-21-20
Attachments:
Attending remotely to speak: Kort Schnabel.
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Pedersen to continue this item to the August 18, 2020 meeting. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
c. Verbal report on City Council actions
Director Robertson to poll the Commission by email about the possibility of
amending the meeting start time to an earlier time.
d. Verbal status report on major Planning projects
e.REPORT
20-0450
August 18, 2020 Planning Commission Tentative Future Agenda Items
1. Planning Commission August 18, 2020 Tentative Future AgendaAttachments:
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Rice and seconded by Commissioner
Saemann to receive and file the August 18, 2020 tentative future agenda. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
f.REPORT
20-0455
Community Development Department Activity Report of November 2019
Community Development Department activity report of November 2019Attachments:
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Saemann and seconded by Commissioner
Pedersen to receive and file the November 2019 activity report. The motion
carried by the following vote:
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Aye:Commissioner Saemann, Chair Hoffman, Vice Chair Flaherty, Commissioner Rice,
and Commissioner Pedersen
5 -
Absent:0
11. Commissioner Items
12. Recognition of Commissioner Michael Flaherty’s Service
13. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn made by Vice Chair Flaherty. Chair Hoffman adjourned the
meeting at 11:19 PM.
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City Hall
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Staff Report
REPORT 20-0526
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Receive Tri-Annual Report for On-Sale Alcoholic Beverage Conditional Use Permits
Recommended Action:
Receive and file the report for informational purposes.
As noted in the report of June 22, 2020 this report covers the period from November 1, 2019 to April
30, 2020. Based on the information in the report, no establishment has reached the “Standard
Initiating Planning Commission Review.”
Background:
Since 2017 the tri-annual reviews of on-sale alcoholic beverage establishments includes the two-step
process of providing an informational report before scheduling a hearing. The Process and
Standards, updated in 2019, is Attachment 1.
Changes to the process and reporting for this review, recommended by the Planning Commission,
were approved by the City Council in March 2019, and include reporting and conducting the review
three times a year. This is the second report in 2020 and covers the prior 6 months. The hearing to
discuss and evaluate this report will be at the next Planning Commission Meeting, Tuesday August
18, 2020.
The next report will be presented in October and will cover the period between March and August.
The establishments required to prepare food to alcohol ratio reports for the first half of 2020 will be
included in that report.
Analysis:
Police Reports and ABC Activity:
The Police Report and ABC Activity are included as Attachment 2, with the last period report as
Attachment 3. The current data sheet is Attachment 4 and officer security checks is Attachment 5.
No establishment has met the threshold for inclusion in this report period.
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In late March, 2020 the LA County Department of Public Health ordered the closure of non-essential
businesses which included all bars and restaurants. Under the LA County Health order, restaurants
were still permitted to serve to-go and take-out orders. With many of the bars and restaurants
closed, the Police Department shifted their efforts to focus on issues related to COVID-19 which
included the closures of the beach and Strand.
Occupant Load:
The threshold to trigger review is one (1). Code Enforcement routinely checks on-sale
establishments and did not report occupant load violations during the review period.
The presence of Code Enforcement and HBPD efforts has resulted in few warnings being issued.
Warnings typically are issued when a place of business appears to or has been counted and
confirmed to be close to its posted occupant load.
Code Enforcement and Fire Prevention:
We are working with the Los Angeles County Fire Department and have included their business
inspection reports in past Tri Annual reviews. Due to Covid-19, the department has suspended the
business license inspection program.
Code Enforcement Statistical Data Relating to Business Checks of Alcohol Serving Establishments
November 1, 2019 to April 30, 2020 is contained in Attachment 6, with the last reporting period report
as Attachment 7.
Code Enforcement/Violation of CUP Conditions:
Code Enforcement efforts have shifted in response to Covid-19. As the late night establishments
have ceased activity, officers have changed schedules and duties to cover the more active daytime
hours. Efforts include; posting Covid-19 safe practices signs on construction sites and educating
workers, distributing county and city emergency declarations to businesses; advising the general
public regarding the use of public spaces and social distancing protocol, monitoring businesses and
public areas for compliance and, if needed, reporting violators to County Health Department.
Violations that are both a code violation and a CUP violation are only counted once. Code
Enforcement issued two citations during this reporting period. Although many other businesses
received warnings, policy is to request compliance prior to issuing a Citation during a single shift.
On December 13, 2019, Patrick Molloy’s received an Administrative Citation for the CUP violation of
changes to the interior layout by adding an 8” elevated stage in a location other than that on
approved plans.
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On December 13, 2019, Palmilla’s received an Administrative Citation for the CUP violation of the
outdoor dining west (37 Pier Avenue) area occupied after 11:00 p.m.
On December 13, 2019, Locale 90 was issued an Administrative Citation for hosting live
entertainment without the proper permit. They have since gone out of business.
*Note, on May 5th, 2020, the Los Angeles County Health Department ordered Barnacles to close for
a week due to lack of adherence to Emergency Orders. This did not occur during this reporting
period, it is included for information only.
Businesses required to submit food-to-alcohol sales ratio reports per conditions in their CUPs must
continue to do so; failure to do so is counted as part of the CUP review. Waterman’s, 22 Pier
Avenue, and Día de Campo, 1238 Hermosa Avenue, are required to submit quarterly reports, which
need not be audited. Standing Room, 1320 Hermosa Avenue, must submit quarterly reports audited
by a CPA. The reports for the first half of 2020 will be included in the next report.
Based on the “Procedure for Review of On-Sale Alcoholic Beverage Conditional Use Permit” no
businesses have reached the “Standard Initiating P.C. Review” based on the “standards that would
trigger a referral to the Planning Commission for a CUP review and potentially for a subsequent
modification/revocation hearing.”
General Plan Consistency:
Evaluation of the City’s enforcement and police responses to achieve safety goals is consistent with
Goal 5 of the Public Safety Element: High Quality police and fire protection services provided to
residents and visitors and the following policies under Goal 5:
·Public Safety 5.1 Crime deterrence. Regularly evaluate the incidence of crime and identify and
implement measures to deter crime.
·Public Safety 5.2 High level of response. Achieve optimal utilization of allocated public safety
resources and provide desired levels of response, staffing, and protection within the
community.
·Public Safety 5.3 Use of technology. Provide and use smart surveillance technology and
communication systems to improve crime prevention and inform the community regarding
actions to take in case of emergency.
·Public Safety 5.4 Physical design standards. Reduce opportunities for criminal activity through
physical design standards and Crime Prevention through Environmental Design principles.
·Public Safety 5.8 Nuisance abatement. Encourage Police Department review of uses which
may be characterized historically by high levels of nuisance (noise, nighttime patronage,
and/or rates of criminal activity) providing for conditions of control of use to prevent adverse
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impacts on adjacent residences, schools, religious facilities, and similar “sensitive” uses.
Additionally, Goal 2 of the Governance Element speaks to the importance of having the community,
including business partners, be active and engaged in the decision-making process. Staff has found
that collaboration with the Pier Plaza establishments to address safety concerns and improve access,
lighting, and other aesthetics on the Plaza to be an effective partnership.
Summary and Recommendations: The data relating to the Semi-Annual Review criteria is
summarized below for specific businesses.
*Most Code violations are also CUP violations and are not counted twice.
Attachments:
1.Process and Standards, updated 2019
2.Police/ABC Report for this period
3.Police/ABC Report for last period
4.Police Statistics for this period
5.Police Officer Checks for this period
6.Code Enforcement Data for this period
7.Code Enforcement Data for last period
Respectfully Submitted by: Bob Rollins, Building and Code Enforcement Official
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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Process and Standards for Review of On-Sale Alcoholic Beverage Conditional Use Permits
1) The CUP review process will consist of an administrative review process in which the on-sale establishments’
activities would be reviewed against an established set of criteria three times per year.
2) On-sale establishments with a CUP would be referred to the Planning Commission for a CUP review, and
subsequently for a modification/revocation hearing if the Commission so decided upon its review, when they exceed
established standards for each criteria to trigger such a review.
3) The standards that would trigger a referral to the Planning Commission for a CUP review and potential
modification/revocation hearing will be based on the frequency or number of incidents/violations within a stipulated
timeframe.
4) The standards that would trigger a referral to the Planning Commission for a CUP review and potentially for a
subsequent modification/revocation hearing are as indicated in Table 1 below.
5) The administrative review of CUPs should be conducted three times per year with an evaluation of the on-sale
establishments’ activities for the prior 6-month period.
6) The standards or criteria of the CUP review system will be made readily available to all on-sale establishments with
CUPs and the public via the City website and/or other appropriate media (including direct mailings) to minimize any
confusion over what standards will initiate a Planning Commission review and potential modification/revocation
hearing.
7) Information from Police and Fire Department related to patterns of patronage of on-sale establishments (as indicated
by investigations of intoxicated persons after incidents) and consistency with “Model House Policies” may be generally
considered by the Planning Commission as factors in whether the business is being operated responsibly and
engaging in the responsible service of alcohol. This information may be considered by the planning commission, as
additional justification for holding a CUP review hearing after referral based on the criteria above has been determined
and as evidence in any CUP modification/revocation hearing.
Table 1. CUP Review Standards
Standard Initiating P.C. Review(a)
Criterion (Number of incidents in any 6 months)
Violation of Operating Hours 2
ABC Violations (underage serving, violation of hours, etc.) 2
Overcrowding Citation 1
Criminal Citation of Staff while Working/on Premises 2
Serious Crime on Premises indicative of Lack of Adequate Security 2
(Combination of any 3 or more)
Violation of any CUP Condition (b)
ABC Violations (underage service, violation of hours, etc.)
Overcrowding Citation
Criminal Citation of Staff while Working/on Premises
Serious Crime on Premises indicative of Lack of Adequate Security
Noise Citation
Health Department Violation
Outdoor Encroachment Permit Violation
Building Code Violation (incl. remodeling without permit)
Sign Ordinance Violation
NPDES Violation
(Administrative Determination)
“Excessive Number” of Calls for Police Service
“Excessive Number” of Public Complaints to City
“Excessive Number” of Criminal Events on/adjacent to Premises
NOTE: (a) – Recommended threshold number; Chief of Police may recommend CUP review to Commission at his/her discretion—at any time
regardless of number of incidents in any period of time, to determine whether revocation/medication is appropriate under HBMC 17.70.010—as
stipulated in many current CUPs and the Municipal Code. (b) Non-submittal of food to alcohol sales ratio reports in a timely manner when required by a
CUP is considered a violation of the CUP condition. Reporting of the food to alcohol sales ratio required by a CUP, ABC license, or the Municipal Code
may be required and considered during any modification/revocation action.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
November 2019 – April 2020 CUP Review
1
Police Reports:
The Hermosa Beach Police Department (HBPD) conducts a thorough review of all police reports
related to establishments which hold an ABC alcohol permit. Each report is typically reviewed
individually by more than three people. The review process is initiated by the Crime Analyst,
then a review by the Operations Bureau Division Commander (Lieutenant), the Police Captain
and ultimately the Chief of Police. The Lieutenant and the Captain make recommendations to the
Police Chief regarding their determination of an establishment’s culpability related to
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) standards. In addition, the Operations Bureau Division
Commander personally makes contact with owners and managers of establishments related to
any concern(s) the Police Department may have of issues that do not rise to a CUP violation. The
purpose of this communication is to ensure that the establishment hears directly from the Police
Department in an effort to address issues before they rise to CUP violations or other potential
safety concerns.
Police reports are initiated by a Call for Service (CFS). A CFS begins when someone requests
the help of the police (typically by a call to dispatch) or if an officer observes an
incident/violation/or contacts someone in an enforcement capacity. A CFS may result in a report,
citation, arrest, or no action may be taken. HBPD reviews both CFS and police reports related to
ABC permitted addresses. It is important to understand that a CFS or a report at a specific
address does not mean an incident happened inside the address. As an example, a traffic accident
or a fight reported at 1234 Main Street does not mean the incident occurred inside the address or
is associated with the business. The address may simply be associated as a landmark (identifying
the location of an incident) wherein the location itself had nothing to do with the incident. That
said, a location with a CFS or report should not be assumed to be problematic or involved in the
incident as the CFS or report may have nothing to do with the location other than used as a
landmark/identifying the location of an incident which occurred outside of the location.
In reporting back to the Planning Commission, HBPD will note the number of CFS and Reports
associated with an address. We also report back the category of the reports (e.g. Drunk,
Disturbance, Assault, etc.). An establishment will not have a CUP violation charged against
them, unless, in HBPD’s review process it is determined that the establishment was complicit or
clearly negligent in its actions which results in a violation of the CUP standards (Table 1.) As an
example, two people bump into each other inside of an establishment and one person hits the
other person without warning. Without additional information demonstrating the establishment’s
complicity or negligence, the establishment would not be charged with a CUP violation.
As the Planning Commission reviews HBPD’s statistics related to each location, it should be
understood that a location may have 4 “Total” reports, of which only 3 are “reviewed” would
mean one of the four reports has nothing to do with the location. The number under the type of
report (e.g. Drunk, Disturbance, Assault, etc.), may or may not be charged against the
establishment based on the determination made the HBPD Chief of Police. As noted, this
determination will be made based on information demonstrating the establishment’s complicity
or negligence. If it is determined that an establishment is complicit or negligent, a number will be
assigned to the “Counted for CUP” column.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
November 2019 – April 2020 CUP Review
2
For context, the HBPD and the FBI categorizes assaults, sexual assaults and narcotics violations
as ‘serious crime.” With this in mind and with the agreement of the Planning Commission, it has
been determined that two (2) incidents of “Serious Crime on Premises Indicative of Lack of
Adequate Security” is the established criteria needed for the Chief of Police to request a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) review by the Planning Commission (as noted on Table 1 of the
CUP review standards). That said, the municipal code also provides: “the Chief of Police retains
authority to recommend CUP reviews to the Planning Commission at his/her discretion—
regardless of the number of incidents in any period of time, as stipulated in many current CUPs
and the Municipal Code.
Between 11/01/19 and 04/30/20, 11 police reports and 18 CFS related to establishments with
CUPs merited review by police staff. Between 11/01/19 and 04/30/20,Barnacles had zero
reports, and 3 CFS that were reviewed. One CFS was previously reviewed during the last CUP.
The 2 current CFS that were reviewed, one was counted for CUP. This call was for subjects
loitering at the location. Even though they were not cited, the incident was considered an ABC
and LA health order violation. The general manager of Barnacles had previously been warned
regarding several patrons on the patio with drinks who did not order food.
Local 90 had one incident that counted against them but that incident was previously reviewed
and counted on the last CUP report. See attached 2019 November – 2020 April CUP 6 Month
Review Chart.
Reports CFS*
Total
Reviewed
Drunk
in
Public Disturbances Assaults
Sexual
Assaults Narcotics
Other
Reports
Total
Review
Disturbance
or Assault
CUP
Violations
11 (3) 5 0 3 (1) 2 (1) 0 2 (1) 18 (10) 13 (7) 2 (1_
*CFS- Calls for Service
(#) number that were counted in the previous report
ABC Activity:
The Hermosa Beach Police Department previously participated in a tri-city (Hermosa Beach,
Manhattan Beach and El Segundo) grant with Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) which ended on
June 30, 2019. The tri-cities did not receive a new ABC grant for this fiscal year. We will be re-
applying for future grants. This grant provided funding for officers from each agency to work
together to impact alcohol related issues in each city. While this program is primarily
enforcement related, there is an educational component where police and ABC personnel meet
with the staff/ownership at on-site and off-site sales establishments to review expectations and
provide guidance. Updates of any future ABC grants will be provided to the Planning
Commission.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
November 2019 – April 2020 CUP Review
3
Responsible Beverage Service Training:
On March 10, 2020 Behavioral Health Services provided RBS training in Hermosa Beach and
had 15 attendees. 10 attendees were from Hermosa Beach establishments and 5 attendees were
from Manhattan Beach establishments. 12 of the 15 attendees passed the post-test with a score
of 70% or higher.
Definitions:
IMPACT (Informed Merchants Preventing Alcohol-Related Crime Tendencies) Inspection-
objective of the project is to educate licensees about the various ways they can participate in
reducing alcohol-related crimes such as sales to underage and obviously intoxicated persons.
Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs (LEAD) Training- A free, voluntary prevention
and education program for retail licensees, their employees and applicants, designed to promote
the legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in California.
Minor Decoy- This operation allows law enforcement to use persons under 20 years of age as
decoys to test establishments ID check process to determine if they will sell alcohol to minors.
Party Patrol Enforcement- This operation focuses on under aged alcohol related parties.
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training- Similar to LEAD training, this free training is
provided by the Behavioral Health Services (BHS) to sellers/servers designed to promote the
legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in California.
Shoulder Tap- During these operations, a minor decoy, under the direct supervision of law
enforcement officers, solicits adults outside ABC licensed establishments to buy the minor decoy
alcohol.
Trap Door- During these operations, law enforcement works with establishments to interview
and cite minors who have attempted to gain access to an establishment using a false ID.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
November 2019 – April 2020 CUP Review
4
DUI and Drunk in Public Summary:
As part of DUI and Drunk in Public arrests, HBPD officers, to the best of their abilities, ask
arrestees to tell them where they have previously been drinking, and more specifically the last
place they recall drinking. Not all contacts with arrestees provide an opportunity to ask these
questions. The answers are documented and are presented here.
November 2019 – April 2020 November 2019-April 2020
DUI Summary Public Intoxication Summary
Locations Totals
Locations Totals
American Junkie 1
7-Eleven 1
Baja Sharkeez 10
Alcohol on Person 8
Crème de la Crepe 1
American Junkie 1
Dia DeCampos 1
Baja Sharkeez 2
Hermosa Beach 5
Barnacles 1
Hermosa Saloon 1
Bars 3
House 2
HB Yacht Club 1
Other city 5
Hermsoa Beach 1
Patrick Molloys 1
Home 1
Pedone's 1
Not in Report 21
Radici 1
Other City 1
Refused 2
Paisanos 1
Tower 12 1
Pier Plaza 1
Unknown
Restaurant 1
Refused 1
Totals 33
Street 1
The Deck 1
Tower 12 3
Unable to articulate 5
Unknowns 8
Totals 62
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
July 2019 - December 2019 CUP Review
1
Police Reports:
The Hermosa Beach Police Department (HBPD) conducts a thorough review of all police reports
related to establishments which hold an ABC alcohol permit. Each report is typically reviewed
individually by more than three people. The review process is initiated by the Crime Analyst,
then a review by the Operations Bureau Division Commander (Lieutenant), the Police Captain
and ultimately the Chief of Police. The Lieutenant and the Captain make recommendations to the
Police Chief regarding their determination of an establishment’s culpability related to
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) standards. In addition, the Operations Bureau Division
Commander personally makes contact with owners and managers of establishments related to
any concern(s) the Police Department may have of issues that do not rise to a CUP violation. The
purpose of this communication is to ensure that the establishment hears directly from the Police
Department in an effort to address issues before they rise to CUP violations or other potential
safety concerns.
Police reports are initiated by a Call for Service (CFS). A CFS begins when someone requests
the help of the police (typically by a call to dispatch) or if an officer observes an
incident/violation/or contacts someone in an enforcement capacity. A CFS may result in a report,
citation, arrest, or no action may be taken. HBPD reviews both CFS and police reports related to
ABC permitted addresses. It is important to understand that a CFS or a report at a specific
address does not mean an incident happened inside the address. As an example, a traffic accident
or a fight reported at 1234 Main Street does not mean the incident occurred inside the address or
is associated with the business. The address may simply be associated as a landmark (identifying
the location of an incident) wherein the location itself had nothing to do with the incident. That
said, a location with a CFS or report should not be assumed to be problematic or involved in the
incident as the CFS or report may have nothing to do with the location other than used as a
landmark/identifying the location of an incident which occurred outside of the location.
In reporting back to the Planning Commission, HBPD will note the number of CFS and Reports
associated with an address. We also report back the category of the reports (e.g. Drunk,
Disturbance, Assault, etc.). An establishment will not have a CUP violation charged against
them, unless, in HBPD’s review process it is determined that the establishment was complicit or
clearly negligent in its actions which results in a violation of the CUP standards (Table 1.) As an
example, two people bump into each other inside of an establishment and one person hits the
other person without warning. Without additional information demonstrating the establishment’s
complicity or negligence, the establishment would not be charged with a CUP violation.
As the Planning Commission reviews HBPD’s statistics related to each location, it should be
understood that a location may have 4 “Total” reports, of which only 3 are “reviewed” would
mean one of the four reports has nothing to do with the location. The number under the type of
report (e.g. Drunk, Disturbance, Assault, etc.), may or may not be charged against the
establishment based on the determination made the HBPD Chief of Police. As noted, this
determination will be made based on information demonstrating the establishment’s complicity
or negligence. If it is determined that an establishment is complicit or negligent, a number will be
assigned to the “Counted for CUP” column.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
July 2019 - December 2019 CUP Review
2
For context, the HBPD and the FBI categorizes assaults, sexual assaults and narcotics violations
as ‘serious crime.” With this in mind and with the agreement of the Planning Commission, it has
been determined that two (2) incidents of “Serious Crime on Premises Indicative of Lack of
Adequate Security” is the established criteria needed for the Chief of Police to request a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) review by the Planning Commission (as noted on Table 1 of the
CUP review standards). That said, the municipal code also provides: “the Chief of Police retains
authority to recommend CUP reviews to the Planning Commission at his/her discretion—
regardless of the number of incidents in any period of time, as stipulated in many current CUPs
and the Municipal Code.
Between 07/01/19 and 12/31/19, 18 police reports and 41 CFS related to establishments with
CUPs merited review by police staff. Between 07/01/19 and 12/31/19, Abigaile’s had 10 noise
complaints but 9 of those complaints were reported at the previous CUP review. Abigaile’s was
cited by Code Enforcement for noise violations which is included in their report. Between
07/01/19 and 12/31/19, Tower 12 had 8 noise complaints, all of which were reported at the
previous CUP review. See attached 2019 July-December CUP 6 Month Review Chart.
Reports CFS*
Total
Reviewed
Drunk
in
Public Disturbances Assaults
Sexual
Assaults Narcotics
Other
Reports
Total
Review
Disturbance
or Assault
CUP
Violations
18 2 2 4 2 0 8 41 35 0
*CFS- Calls for Service
ABC Activity:
The Hermosa Beach Police Department previously participated in a tri-city (Hermosa Beach,
Manhattan Beach and El Segundo) grant with Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) which ended on
June 30, 2019. The tri-cities did not receive a new ABC grant for this fiscal year. We will be re-
applying for future grants. This grant provided funding for officers from each agency to work
together to impact alcohol related issues in each city. While this program is primarily
enforcement related, there is an educational component where police and ABC personnel meet
with the staff/ownership at on-site and off-site sales establishments to review expectations and
provide guidance. Updates of any future ABC grants will be provided to the Planning
Commission.
Responsible Beverage Service Training:
On October 8, 2019 Behavioral Health Services provided RBS training in Hermosa Beach and
had 11 attendees from local Hermosa Beach establishments. All attendees completed the
training with a passing grade of 100%.
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Hermosa Beach Police Department
July 2019 - December 2019 CUP Review
3
Definitions:
IMPACT (Informed Merchants Preventing Alcohol-Related Crime Tendencies) Inspection-
objective of the project is to educate licensees about the various ways they can participate in
reducing alcohol-related crimes such as sales to underage and obviously intoxicated persons.
Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs (LEAD) Training- A free, voluntary prevention
and education program for retail licensees, their employees and applicants, designed to promote
the legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in California.
Minor Decoy- This operation allows law enforcement to use persons under 20 years of age as
decoys to test establishments ID check process to determine if they will sell alcohol to minors.
Party Patrol Enforcement- This operation focuses on under aged alcohol related parties.
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training- Similar to LEAD training, this free training is
provided by the Behavioral Health Services (BHS) to sellers/servers designed to promote the
legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in California.
Shoulder Tap- During these operations, a minor decoy, under the direct supervision of law
enforcement officers, solicits adults outside ABC licensed establishments to buy the minor decoy
alcohol.
Trap Door- During these operations, law enforcement works with establishments to interview
and cite minors who have attempted to gain access to an establishment using a false ID.
25
Hermosa Beach Police Department
July 2019 - December 2019 CUP Review
4
DUI and Drunk in Public Summary:
As part of DUI and Drunk in Public arrests, HBPD officers, to the best of their abilities, ask
arrestees to tell them where they have previously been drinking, and more specifically the last
place they recall drinking. Not all contacts with arrestees provide an opportunity to ask these
questions. The answers are documented and are presented here.
July 2019 – December 2019 July 2019 – December 2019
DUI Summary Public Intoxication Summary
Locations Totals Location Totals
American Junkie 2 7 Eleven 1
Beach 1 American Junkie 2
Beer Garden 1 Bars 4
Banzai Beach Sushi 1 Beach / Strand 3
Comedy & Magic Club 2 Beer Garden 1
Crafty Minds 1 The Deck 1
Hermosa Beach 2 Hermosa Beach 1
Other Cities 13 Lighthouse 1
Other Locations 1 Other Cities 1
Pedones 1 Own Bottle 2
Pier 3 Party 1
Radici 1 Sharkeez 5
Sharkeez 16 Tower 12 1
Sharkeez & Tower 12 1 Tower 12 & Patrick Molloys 2
Tower 12 2 Tower 12, Sharkeez & American Junkie 1
Unknown 3 Unknown 42
Totals 51 Totals 69
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Total ## Reviewed
Drunk in
Public
Disturbance /
Fights Assaults
Sexual
Assaults Narcotics
Other
Reports # Reviewed
Disburbance /
Assault
Abigaile's, 1301 Manhattan Avenue 1 1 (1)0 0 0 0 0 1 (1)1 (1)1 (1)0
American Junkie, 68 Pier Plaza 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 (1)2 (1)0
Baja Sharkeez, 52 Pier Plaza 7 5 3 0 2 0 0 0 2 (1)2 (1)0
Barnacles, 857 Hermosa Av 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 (1)2 1
Beach House, 1300 The Strand 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
The Deck, 1272 The Strand 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 (1)1 (1)0
Frito Misto, 316 Pier Av 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hennessey's Tavern, 8 Pier Plaza 1 1 (1)0 0 1 (1)0 0 0 0 0 0
Hermosa Saloon, 211 PCH 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0
Lighthouse, 30 Pier Plaza 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0
Locale 90, 1040 Hermosa Av 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 (1)1 (1)1 (1)
Paisano's, 1132 Hermosa Ave 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 (3)2 (2)0
Patrick Malloy's, 50 Pier Plaza 0 1 (1)0 0 0 1 (1)0 0 1 (1)0 0
Tower 12, 53 Pier Plaza 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0
Totals 13 11 (3)5 0 3 (1)1 (1)0 2 (1)18 (10)13 (7) 2 (1)
2019 November - 2020 April CUP 6 Month Review
Reports CFS Counted for
CUP
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SECCHK for Business with Alcohol Licenses
November 2019 - April 2020
ABIGAILE'S 1301 Manhattan Ave.3
AMERICAN JUNKIE - 68 Pier Pz.11
BAJA SHARKEEZ 52 Pier Pz.16
BARNACLES 837 Hermosa Ave.18
BARSHA 1141 Aviation Bl.2
BEACH HOUSE 1300 The Strand 8
CHELSEA 1340 Hermosa Ave.38
COMEDY & MAGIC CLUB 1018 Hermosa Ave.1
THE DECK 1272 The Strand 7
FUSION SUSHI 1200 Pacific Coast Hwy.1
GOOD STUFF ON THE STRAND 1286 The Strand 5
GREEN BELT RESTAURANT 36 Pier Pz.1
HENNESSEY'S TAVERN 8 Pier Pz.7
HERMOSA BEACH YACHT CLUB 66 Hermosa Ave.4
HERMOSA SALOON 211 Pacific Coasy Hwy.14
LIGHTHOUSE 30 Pier Pz.8
NORTH END 2626 Hermosa Ave.30
PAISANO'S 1132 Hermosa Ave.1
PALMILLA 39 Pier Pz.3
PATRICK MOLLOY'S 50 PIER PZ.10
RADICI 934 Hermosa Ave.1
REBEL REPUBLIC 73 Pier Ave.1
SABRA BEIRUT MIX 500 Pacific Coast Hwy.1
SAINT ROCKE 142 Pacific Coast Hwy.13
SILVIOS 20 Pier Pz.1
SPUMONI 1101 Aviation Bl.4
PEDONE'S 1332 Hermosa Ave.4
THE STANDING ROOM 1320 Hermosa Ave.1
TOWER 12 53 Pier Pz.15
WATERMANS 22 Pier Pz.7
ZANE'S 1150 Hermosa Ave,1
Totals 237
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C o d e E n f o r c e m e n t C U P R e v i e w
November 1, 2019 – April 30, 2020
Statistical Data Relating to Business Checks of Alcohol Serving Establishments:
Total Establishment Checks 2997
Average Total Checks Per Month 499
Average Total Checks Per Shift 23
Average Checks Per Establishment Per Month 16
*These checks are for: occupancy load, fire exits, floorplans, live entertainment, and overall condition.
Business Name Total Checks
Nov 2019 – Apr 2020
Abigaile’s / Ocean Bar
Closed 1/20/2020 56
The Deck 148
Slater 50/50 148
Hennessey’s Tavern 110
Silvio’s 145
Waterman’s HB 145
The Lighthouse 145
Palmilla 150
Patrick Molloy’s 162
Baja Sharkeez 145
Tower 12 155
American Junkie 145
Barnacles 143
Mosa Opened 10/2019 75
Laurel Tavern 110
Dia De Campo 105
The Standing Room 110
Underground 105
Chelsea 105
Rebel Republic 105
Barsha Opened on 12/2019 78
North End Bar 95
Saint Rocke 95
Hermosa Saloon 95
Decadence 122
Civic Center, 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254-3884
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C o d e E n f o r c e m e n t C U P R e v i e w
July 1 – December 31, 2019
Statistical Data Relating to Business Checks of Alcohol Serving Establishments:
Total Establishment Checks (6 month period) 2926
Average Total Checks Per Month 482
Average Total Checks Per Shift 27
Average Checks Per Establishment Per Month 20
*These checks are for: occupancy load, fire exits, floorplans, live entertainment, and overall condition.
Business Name Total Checks Aug –Dec
2019
Abaigailes / Ocean Bar 102
The Deck 123
Slater 50/50 119
Hennessey’s Tavern 123
Silvio’s 123
Waterman’s HB 123
The Lighthouse 158
Palmilla 134
Patrick Molloy’s 189
Baja Sharkeez 192
Tower 12 192
American Junkie 158
Barnacles 98
Mosa 96
Laurel Tavern 102
Dia De Campo 102
The Standing Room 102
Underground 102
Chelsea 102
Rebel Republic 102
Suzy’s/Barsha 96
North End Bar 96
Saint Rocke 96
Hermosa Saloon 96
Civic Center, 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254-3884
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City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0523
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Information Only: Public Hearing Notices and Project Zoning Maps
Attachments:
1.Public Notices
2.Project Zoning Maps
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PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach shall hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 18, 2020, to consider the following:
PARK 20-3- Parking Plan for a new food service establishment (Mr. Shawarma!) for the purpose of determining that it’s a snack shop with characteristics to allow consideration of the retail commercial requirement for parking at 114 Pier Avenue and determination that the project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
CON 20-3, PDP 20-7, VTPM #82004 – Reinstatement of expired condominium entitlements (Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004) for a previously approved two-unit attached condominium project at 634 5th Street, and determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
SAID PUBLIC HEARINGS shall be held virtually at 7:00 P.M., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard. THIS MEETING IS HELD PURSUANT TO EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20 ISSUED BY GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM ON MARCH 17, 2020. ANY OR ALL PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS MAY ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE BY TELECONFERENCE/VIRTUAL MEETING. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY PARTICIPATE BY TELECONFERENCE.
ANY AND ALL PERSONS interested are invited to participate and speak at these hearings at the above time. See the meeting agenda or contact CommunityDevelopment@hermosabeach.gov for teleconference participa-tion details. For inclusion in the agenda packet to be distributed, written comments of interested parties should be mailed to the Community Development Department, Planning Division, in care of City Hall at 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 or emailed to CommunityDevelopment@hermosabeach.gov by noon of the Tuesday, one week before the meeting. All written testimony by any interested party will be accepted prior to or at the scheduled time on the agenda for the matter.
IF YOU CHALLENGE the above matter(s) in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Community Development Department, Planning Division, at, or prior to, the public hearing.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, please contact the Community Development Department, Planning Division, at (310) 318-0242 or CommunityDevelopment@hermosabeach.gov. The Department operates from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. A copy of the agenda and staff reports will be available for public review 72 hours in advance of the meeting on the City’s website at www.hermosabeach.gov. Relevant Municipal Code sections are also available on the website.
Ken RobertsonDirector of Community Development
Easy Reader Inc/Redondo Beach News/August 6, 2020/HD20-037
City of Hermosa Beach
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Palm Dr10th StThe StrandPier Ave
Bayview DrSunset DrLoma DrHermosa Ave14th St
Monterey Blvd15th St
11th St Manhattan Ave14th Ct
13th St
13th CtBeach Dr11th Ct
15th Ct
12th Ct
Pier Plaza
Oak St
10th Ct
16th Ct
Loma Dr13th St Manhattan Ave11th St
11th St
Beach DrBeach DrR-1 Single Family Residential
R-1A Limited Single-Family Residential
R-2 Two Family Residential
R-2B Limited Multiple Family Residential
R-3 Multiple Family Residential
R-P Residential-Professional
RPD Residential Planned Development
R-3PD Multiple Family Planned Development
C-1 Limited Business and Residential
C-2 General Commercial
C-3 General and Highway Commercial
M-1 Light Manufacturing
OS Open Space
OS-1 Restricted Open Space
OS-2 Restricted Open Space
OS-O Open Space Overlay
MHP Mobile Home Park
SPA Specific Plan Area (Residential)
SPA Specific Plan Area (Commercial)
500' Notificaiton Radius
Projects Zoning Map
Planning Commission Meeting
August 18, 2020
APN: 4187-006-010
114 Pier Avenue
Parking Plan
Zone: SPA-11
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8th St
Valley Dr5th St
6th St
3rd St
4th StLoma DrMonterey BlvdPacific Coast HwySunset DrCypress Ave2nd StArdmore Ave7th St
Bayview DrAlleyBard StCulper CtCochise Ave6th St
4th St
4th St
4th St
2ndStArdmore Ave3rd St
4th St
7th St
7th St
R-1 Single Family Residential
R-1A Limited Single-Family Residential
R-2 Two Family Residential
R-2B Limited Multiple Family Residential
R-3 Multiple Family Residential
R-P Residential-Professional
RPD Residential Planned Development
R-3PD Multiple Family Planned Development
C-1 Limited Business and Residential
C-2 General Commercial
C-3 General and Highway Commercial
M-1 Light Manufacturing
OS Open Space
OS-1 Restricted Open Space
OS-2 Restricted Open Space
OS-O Open Space Overlay
MHP Mobile Home Park
SPA Specific Plan Area (Residential)
SPA Specific Plan Area (Commercial)
300' Notification Radius
Projects Zoning Map
Planning Commission Meeting
August 18, 2020
APN: 4188-031-008
634 5th Street
Reinstatement of Condominium Entitlement
Zone: R-2
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Palm Dr16th St Valley DrBayview Dr19th St
Loma DrHermosa AveMonterey BlvdManhattan AvePier Ave
Oak St
15th St Ardmore Ave17th Ct
18th St
16th Ct
17th St
Bard St18th Ct
15th CtBeach Dr19th Ct Valley Park Ave14th St
20th Ct
The StrandCypress AveSunsetDrOak StLoma DrLoma Dr18th StR-1 Single Family Residential
R-1A Limited Single-Family Residential
R-2 Two Family Residential
R-2B Limited Multiple Family Residential
R-3 Multiple Family Residential
R-P Residential-Professional
RPD Residential Planned Development
R-3PD Multiple Family Planned Development
C-1 Limited Business and Residential
C-2 General Commercial
C-3 General and Highway Commercial
M-1 Light Manufacturing
OS Open Space
OS-1 Restricted Open Space
OS-2 Restricted Open Space
OS-O Open Space Overlay
MHP Mobile Home Park
SPA Specific Plan Area (Residential)
SPA Specific Plan Area (Commercial)
300' Notification Radius
Projects Zoning Map
Planning Commission Meeting
August 18, 2020
APN: 4183-016-007
1602 Loma Drive
CUP/PDP/VTPM Extension
Zone: R-2
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Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0530
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
CON 20-3, PDP 20-7, VTPM #82004 - Reinstatement of expired condominium entitlements
(Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004) for
a previously approved two-unit attached condominium project at 634 5th Street, and determine the
project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Applicant/Son and Thu Pham
Owner:634 5th Street
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Recommended Action:
Adopt the attached resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan, and
Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004 for a two-unit attached condominium project at 634 5 th
Street, subject to conditions, and determine the project is categorically exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Background:
GENERAL PLAN:Medium Density Residential
ZONING:Two-Family Residential (R-2)
LOT SIZE:4,724 square feet
PROPOSED SQUARE FOOTAGE:Unit 1: 3,293 square feet
Unit 2: 3,318 square feet
PARKING REQUIRED:4 Standard/1 Guest
PARKING PROVIDED: 4 Standard/1 Shared Guest Space
ON STREET PARKING LOST/GAINED: No gain or lost in total number of on-street
parking spaces
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Categorically Exempt, CEQA Section 15303(b)
(Class 3 Exemption, New Construction or Conversion of
Small Structures)
An application was filed on May 24, 2017 by the property owner/applicant Son an Thu Pham, for
development of property located at 634 5th Street, seeking approval of Conditional Use Permit 17-8,
Precise Development Plan 17-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #82004 for a two-unit attached
residential condominium project.
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The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject
application on April 17, 2018, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was
presented to and considered by the Planning Commission.
On April 17, 2018, the Planning Commission approved the project as presented subject to approved
plans and conditions of approval contained within PC Resolution 18-12 (attached).
Condition 28 of the current approval states “Approval of these permits shall expire twenty-four (24)
months from the date of approval by the Planning Commission, 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 will be provided.”
On April 2, 2020, City Planning, Building and Public Works staff held a phone call meeting with the
property owner/applicant to discuss steps necessary to move forward with construction before the
April 17, 2020 expiration, which have now since expired.
The applicant outlined events which set them back and lead to the condominium entitlements
ultimately expiring before they could begin construction. The project architect fell behind schedule for
two months because of a family emergency. The project architect has since finished the structural
plans in a year with the help of City staff. Addressing Civil sheet and Low Impact Development plans
corrections and designing a solution to retain water on-site while avoiding rain barrels in the required
setbacks took approximately 6 months to complete and obtain approval. The last delay is the
nationwide pandemic. In March and April, many offices and businesses were closed taking it longer
to coordinate to pay for the school fees and the sanitation sewage connection.
Demolition was completed in February, 2020. Civil Sheets and Low Impact Development Plans were
approved by the Public Works Department on March 9, 2020 and final building plans were approved
shortly after on April 7, 2020. The shoring permit was issued on June 3, 2020. At this time the only
remaining items required to issue the building permit and begin construction is reinstatement of the
expired condominium entitlements from the Planning Commission.
For the reasons listed above, staff recommends the Planning Commission approve the request.
Provided below is an analysis of the project which remains unaltered from the Planning
Commission’s initial consideration of the project. The applicant proposes to construct two attached
condominium units on an approximately 4,724 square foot lot, located west of Pacific Coast Highway
on the south side of 5th Street. The subject site and surrounding properties are zoned R-2 Two-Family
Family Residential, with residential uses in the M-1 Light Manufacturing to the west, and SPA-7
(Specific Plan Area 7) to the east of the block. Similar residential development is found in the
surrounding area comprised primarily of multi-story, multi-family residences. The lot is currently
vacant, with demolition of the prior single-family residence, and shoring has been implemented in
preparation for construction. Both units are proposed to have a contemporary architectural with
exterior treatments of off white colored smooth finish stucco, silver framed windows, and burgundy
exterior wood door.
Analysis:
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A proposal to construct a condominium project requires findings for consideration of a Precise
Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map pursuant to
Government Code Section 66474 and as set forth in Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC)
Sections 16.08.060, 17.40.020 and 17.58.030.
CEQA Compliance: The project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(b), Class 3 Exemption, New Construction or
Conversion of Small Structures because the proposal pertains to construction of limited numbers
(two) of new, small structures. More specifically, the project is comprised of multi-family residential
structures in an urbanized area, totaling no more than six dwelling units. Moreover, none of the
exceptions to the Categorical Exemption 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.
Basic Zoning Standards: The project complies with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance,
including the R-2 zone and design standards for condominiums in Section 17.22.
CRITERIA REQUIRED PROPOSED
Minimum Lot Area for 2 Units 3,500 Sq. Ft.4,724 Sq. Ft. (2 units)
Lot Coverage Maximum 65%65%
Height Maximum 30’30’
Front Yard Setback Minimum 5’10’
Side Yard Setback Minimum 4’-2 3/8”East: 4’-10” West: 5’-6”
Rear Yard Setback Minimum 5’ (1st level) and 3’ (2nd and
3rd levels)
5’ (1st , 2nd , and 3rd level)
Total Parking Spaces Minimum 5 spaces total 5 spaces total
Garage Spaces Minimum 4 (2 per unit)4 (2 per unit)
Guest Space Minimum 1 space per 2 units 1 shared guest space
Driveway Maximum Slope
Maximum
20%12.86%
Open Space Per Unit Minimum 300 Sq. Ft. per unit Unit 1: 339 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
303 Sq. Ft.
Minimum Unit Size Unit 1: 1,600 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
1,600 Sq. Ft.
Unit 1: 3,293 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
3,318 Sq. Ft.
Storage Area (Per Unit)
Minimum
200 Cu. Ft.Unit 1: 324Cu. Ft. Unit 2:
360 Cu. Ft.
Solid Waste Area (Per Unit)
Minimum
Area for 3 bins at 2.5’ by
2.5’ each
Located at the center of
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CRITERIA REQUIRED PROPOSEDMinimum Lot Area for 2 Units 3,500 Sq. Ft.4,724 Sq. Ft. (2 units)Lot Coverage Maximum 65%65%Height Maximum 30’30’Front Yard Setback Minimum 5’10’Side Yard Setback Minimum 4’-2 3/8”East: 4’-10” West: 5’-6”Rear Yard Setback Minimum 5’ (1st level) and 3’ (2nd and3rd levels)5’ (1st , 2nd , and 3rd level)Total Parking Spaces Minimum 5 spaces total 5 spaces totalGarage Spaces Minimum 4 (2 per unit)4 (2 per unit)Guest Space Minimum 1 space per 2 units 1 shared guest spaceDriveway Maximum SlopeMaximum 20%12.86%Open Space Per Unit Minimum 300 Sq. Ft. per unit Unit 1: 339 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
303 Sq. Ft.
Minimum Unit Size Unit 1: 1,600 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
1,600 Sq. Ft.
Unit 1: 3,293 Sq. Ft. Unit 2:
3,318 Sq. Ft.
Storage Area (Per Unit)
Minimum
200 Cu. Ft.Unit 1: 324Cu. Ft. Unit 2:
360 Cu. Ft.
Solid Waste Area (Per Unit)
Minimum
Area for 3 bins at 2.5’ by
2.5’ each
Located at the center of
east property line for both
units.
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s) have been submitted and reviewed for compliance
with applicable sections of the zoning ordinance.
Unit 1 will contain a two-car garage, living room, bedroom and bathroom on the basement floor level;
three bedrooms and bathrooms, and family room on the first floor level; a living room, kitchen, living
room, bathroom, and dining room on the second floor level. Unit 2 will contain a two-car garage,
living room, and a bathroom on the basement level; three bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor
level; a living room, kitchen, living room, bathroom, and dining room on the second floor level. Both
units are proposed to have a roof deck.
Both units will exceed the minimum open space requirement of 300 square feet per unit with 100
square feet of open space adjacent to the main living area, which meets the R-2 standards. Unit 1
will provide 239 square feet of open space on 2nd floor level. Unit 2 will provide 203 square feet of
deck area adjacent to the primary living area on the second floor level. Both units will have a roof
deck area with a maximum of 100 square feet counted towards the open space requirement.
Access and Parking: Each unit will provide a two-car garage, and all parking will be accessed from 5
th Street. Parking for both units will be provided from a 9-foot wide driveway on 5th Street that is
proposed to be relocated immediately adjacent and share a curb cut with the existing driveway at 608
5th Street. As a result, there will be no loss or gain in the amount of existing on-street parking.
Landscape and Green Measures: All plants must be water conserving as required in Hermosa
Beach Water Conservation and Drought Management Ordinances. The landscape plan includes a
mixture of drought tolerant trees to include New Zealand Flax, Sea Pink, Chalk Dudleya, Cassa Blue
Flax Lily, and a 24-inch box Gold Medallion Tree. The proposed landscape plan shows less than 50%
required permeable exterior surface area on-site. Therefore, the project is conditioned to include
catch basins with sump pumps to retain water on-site pursuant to HBMC Section 8.44 Hermosa
Beach Stormwater and Urban Runoff Pollution Control Regulations. Additionally an automatic
irrigation system is proposed for the landscape areas.
The project is required to meet Title 24 standards: 65% of demolition debris must be recycled, and
cement used in foundation mix design must be reduced by not less than 20%, among other
requirements. Hermosa Beach’s Electrical Code (Section 15.32) requires installation of conduit sized
to accommodate solar energy and solar thermal systems.
Compatibility with surrounding area: The subject site and surrounding properties are zoned R-2 Two-
Family Family Residential, with residential uses in the M-1 Light Manufacturing to the west, and SPA-
7 (Specific Plan Area 7) to the east of the block, and R-1 One Family Residential east of the block.
Similar residential development is found in the surrounding area comprised primarily of multi-story,
multi-family residences.
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The proposed front yard setback of 10 feet meets the minimum 5-foot front yard setback required per
HBMC Section 17.22.060.D and HBMC Section 17.12.020.
Subdivision Map: The applicant has applied for a Vesting Tentative Parcel Map. The 4,724 square
foot lot can accommodate two units consistent with the minimum requirement of 1,750 square feet of
lot area per dwelling unit. The lot size is consistent with prevailing lot sizes, street frontages within the
same zone, and the General Plan designation for lots in the vicinity, and thus complies with Hermosa
Beach ordinances and subdivision of lots.
The project is conditioned upon payment of Park and Recreation Area Dedication fees per unit as
there is inadequate area on-site for land dedication per City required Parks and Recreation Area
fees.
Utilities provided to the lot serve the existing development, and capacity exists to provide public
water, sewers, storm drains and utilities to serve the increased density. The submitted plans were
preliminarily reviewed by the Fire Department, Public Works Department and Building Division, and
no major concerns were identified.
The proposed subdivision and improvements are compliant with criteria for approval of a subdivision
map, and are not likely to cause serious public health problems within the proposed subdivision.
General Plan Consistency:
Land Use: PLAN Hermosa (the City’s combined General Plan and Local Coastal Program)
designates the area of the subject property as Medium Density Residential. The purpose of this land
use designation is to provide for enhancement and reinvestment in mixed scale residential
neighborhoods, and it allows small scale residential uses, including single-family, duplex,
condominiums and townhouses, as well as educational, cultural and public assembly uses that are
compatible and neighborhood serving. The allowed density range is 13.1 - 25 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed project is consistent in this regard in that it includes a two-unit residential condominium
development at a density of 18.4 dwelling units per acre.
Character Area: The property lies within the Greenbelt Neighborhood Character Area, which includes
low- and medium-density uses located between the Hermosa Valley Greenbelt and Pacific Coast
Highway. The future vision for this character area is to maintain the building scale and form of this
neighborhood, while enhancing access to local neighborhood serving commercial uses. The
proposed 2-unit development will be consistent in that it will serve as a medium-density residential
use.
Desired Form and Character: The desired building design and orientation for the Greenbelt
Neighborhood Character Area includes designing two- to four-unit complexes to resemble single-
family homes with articulation, and separate entrances are desirable.
In addition, the design and orientation of the buildings in this neighborhood vary due to the sloped
nature of the lots.
The proposed design is consistent with the desired building form and character in that it features an
articulated front building façade, and provides setbacks consistent with and exceeds the 5-foot
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minimum required front yard setback in the R-2 zone. The subject property contained a single-family
residence, which has since been demolished, and the lot contains an approximate 10-foot wide curb
cut located east of the subject property’s frontage on 5th Street. The proposal is to relocate the
existing curb cut to the northwest corner of the lot. The new curb cut would provide a width of 10-feet
and the driveway apron is to be shared with the adjacent property to the east of the subject property.
The single driveway further promotes the resemblance to a single-family home. As a result, there will
no loss or gain in on-street parking spaces on 5th Street, and the proposal includes a new sidewalk
on 5th Street which will strengthen the east-west connection for pedestrians.
The proposed design features implement Land Use Policies 4.10 (pedestrian access), 6.5 (provision
of sidewalks) and 6.7 (pedestrian-oriented design), as well as Mobility Policies 3.1 (enhance public
right-of-ways), 3.10 (require ADA standards), and 7.5 (appropriate sidewalk widths). In this way, the
proposed project is consistent with the intent of the desired public realm design Hermosa Hills
Neighborhood Character Area and associated applicable PLAN Hermosa goals and policies.
Summary:
The project as conditioned is consistent with the zoning code, subdivision laws and other relevant
provisions of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code and PLAN Hermosa, as the site is physically
suitable for the type and density of the proposed development. The specific project findings for a
Precise Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map pursuant to the
Government Code Section 66474 and Sections 16.08.060, 17.22, 17.40.020 and 17.58.030 of the
Municipal Code are provided in the attached resolution.
Therefore, staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt the attached resolution approving the
reinstatement of expired condominium entitlements (Conditional Use Permit 20-3, Precise
Development Plan 20-7, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004) for a previously approved two-
unit attached condominium project at 634 5th Street, subject to conditions, and determine the project
is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Attachments:
1.Draft Resolution
2.Existing Site Photographs
3.Applicant Submittal- Plans
4.Planning Commission Resolution 18-12
5.April 17, 2018 Agenda Link
6.Poster Verification
7.Radius Map
Respectfully Submitted by: Nicole Ellis, Associate Planner
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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P.C. Resolution 20-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
REINSTATEMENT OF EXPIRED CONDOMINIUM ENTITLEMENTS-
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 20-3, PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN
20-7, AND VESTING TENATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 82004 FOR A TWO-
UNIT ATTACHED CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 634 5th STREET
AND DETERMINE THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).
The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as
follows:
Section 1. An application was filed on July 27, 2020 by the property owner/applicant
Son an Thu Pham, for development of property located at 634 5th Street, seeking approval the
reinstatement of expired condominium entitlements through approval of Conditional Use Permit
20-3, Precise Development Plan 20-7, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 82004 for a
proposed two-unit attached residential condominium project.
Section 2. An application was previously filed on May 24, 2017 by the property
owner/applicant Son an Thu Pham, for development of property located at 634 5th Street, seeking
approval of Conditional Use Permit 17-8, Precise Development Plan 17-8, and Vesting Tentative
Parcel Map #82004 for a two-unit attached residential condominium project.
The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject
application on April 17, 2018, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was
presented to and considered by the Planning Commission.
On April 17, 2018, the Planning Commission approved the project as presented subject to
approved plans and conditions of approval contained within PC Resolution 18-12.
Entitlements are valid for a twenty-four (24) month period from the date of approval by the
Planning Commission, unless significant construction or improvements or the use authorized
hereby has commenced. The entitlements expired April 17, 2020, and significant construction or
improvements or the use authorized had not commenced.
Section 3. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider
the subject application for reinstatement of expired condominium entitlements on August 18,
2020, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and
considered by the Planning Commission.
Section 3. The Planning Commission hereby finds, determines, and declares the project
is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
CEQA Guidelines Section 15303(b), Class 3 Exemption, New Construction or Conversion of
Small Structures because the proposal pertains to construction of limited numbers (two) of new,
small structures. More specifically, the project is comprised of multi-family residential structures
in an urbanized area, totaling no more than six dwelling units. Moreover, none of the exceptions
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to the Categorical Exemption 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 4. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the Planning Commission
hereby further finds, determines and declares pertaining to the application for a Vesting
Tentative Parcel Map pursuant to the California Government Code Section 66474 and Section
16.08.060 of the Municipal Code.
1. The proposal is consistent with the General Plan Medium Density Residential designation
and R-2 zone because the project is an allowed use and has a density of less than 25 dwelling
units per acre, and as conditioned complies with all applicable development standards,
including that it will not create lots smaller than a 40-foot width and having less than 4,000
square feet.
2. The site is physically suitable for a two-unit attached residential condominium project with
Unit 1 and Unit 2 containing three levels with one guest parking space to be shared by both
units.
3. The subdivision and improvements provide for adequate drainage, sanitation and potable
water, underground utilities, parking and construction requirements, and therefore are not
likely to cause public health problems. The project as conditioned will provide permeable
surfacing and storm water retention facilities to the maximum extent feasible per Section
8.44.095 and any additional non-percolated or retained storm water will be conveyed to an
onsite subsurface infiltration system as required by Section 8.44.095 subject to maintenance
agreements.
4. The proposed subdivision will front on a public street and will not front on any alleys, will
provide vehicular access from 5th Street and does not exhibit dedicated public easements.
Therefore, the subdivision and improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by
the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision.
5. Design of the proposed subdivision as conditioned is compatible and consistent with
applicable elements of the City’s General Plan and the prevailing lot sizes and lot frontage of
the immediate environment, is consistent with purposes of the designation, density and
development standards, and parking, access and services are provided.
6. The project as conditioned will conform to all zoning and condominium standards and will
be compatible with neighboring properties, which are developed with similar multi-story
single-and multi-family residences.
7. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or
their habitat. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Gui delines
Section 15303(b).
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8. The proposed subdivision will be consistent with the prevailing lot patterns and is not likely
to reduce property values in the surrounding neighborhood area because the project is similar
to surrounding development, consists only of the division of airspace at less than the
maximum density allowed, and conditions have been placed on the project to ensure
compatibility.
Section 5. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the Planning Commission
hereby further finds, determines and declares pertaining to the application for Conditional Use
Permit and Precise Development Plan pursuant to Sections 17.40.020 and 17.58.030 of the
Municipal Code.
1. Distance from existing residential uses in relation to negative effects;
The subject site and surrounding properties are zoned R-2 Two-Family Family Residential,
with residential use in the M-1 Light Manufacturing to the west, and SPA-7 (Specific Plan
Area 7) to the east of the block. Similar residential development is found in the surrounding
area comprised primarily of multi-story, multi-family residences.
In addition, the proposed two-unit attached condominium is conforming to all zoning
requirements including adequate on-site parking spaces, which will reduce the impacts to
neighboring properties because the existing development does not meet Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code (HBMC) requirements regarding on-site parking. The proposed use is
consistent with the existing residential development type and densities, therefore no adv erse
impacts are identified.
2. The amount of existing or proposed off-street parking in relation to actual need;
The prior single-family residence, which has since been demolished, provided one parking
space in the garage and another parking space in the driveway, which does not meet HBMC
requirements for on-site parking.
The proposed two-unit attached condominium will meet HBMC parking requirements
because it will provide a two two-garage and one shared guest parking space at the southwest
corner of the subject lot.;
In addition, the proposed project will relocate an existing 10-foot wide driveway from the
northwest corner of the subject property to northeast corner in order to retain the amount of
existing on-street parking spaces on 5th Street.
3. The combination of uses proposed, as they relate to compatibility;
The proposed use is two-family residential, which is consistent with the surrounding
properties in the vicinity, which also contain residential uses of similar density.
4. The relationship of the estimated generated traffic volume and the capacity and safety of
streets serving the area;
5th Street is designated in the General Plan as a local street, and has sufficient capacity to
serve the proposed development and surrounding neighborhood.
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5. The proposed exterior signs and decor, and the compatibility thereof with existing
establishments in the area;
The proposed two-unit condominium is designed with a building height and contemporary
architectural style to complement the nearby multi-family and single-family residential
buildings in the neighborhood.
6. Building and driveway orientation in relation to sensitive uses, e.g., residences, schools,
churches, hospitals and playgrounds;
The proposed project will provide a building entrance to the front unit at the 5th Street
frontage, and the proposed vehicle access for both units is provided from a single shared
driveway on 5th Street, all of which is consistent with the design of surrounding residential
developments. It is not anticipated that a residential development would have a negative
impact on the schools, churches, playgrounds or hospitals in the area, as those institutions
and facilities are designed and designated to serve the residents of the area.
7. Noise, odor, dust and/or vibration that may be generated by the proposed use;
The proposed two-unit attached condominium is not anticipated to create adverse impacts
because the existing and proposed use of the property is residential, which is also consistent
with the uses within the surrounding neighborhood.
8. Impact of the proposed use to the city’s infrastructure, and/or services;
The existing and proposed residential use is already served by the various utility companies,
infrastructure, and municipal services. The proposed residential use is not anticipated to
place additional burden on current infrastructure and services.
9. Adequacy of mitigation measures to minimize environmental impacts in quantitative
terms;
The proposed project does not create adverse environmental impacts because the proposed
residential use and building design is consistent with surrounding uses and development
within the neighborhood and complies with all applicable criteria set forth in t he Hermosa
Beach Municipal Code and General Plan.
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.
None noted.
Section 6. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the
subject Conditional Use Permit 20-3, Precise Development Plan 20-7, and Vesting Tentative
Parcel Map No. 82004 for a two-unit attached condominium 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 approved by the Planning Commission at its meeting of
August 18, 2020. Minor modifications that do not affect scale, type, location or intensity
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of uses or impacts thereof may be approved by the Community Development Director
when not in conflict with the findings or conditions of this permit.
2. The project shall fully comply with all requirements of the R-2 zone as applicable and
the Condominium Ordinance in Chapter 17.22 of the Municipal Code, including but
not limited to:
a) Height, including required roof deck railings, shall fully comply with the 30-foot
height limit. Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at the time of
Plan Check, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
b) Design and construction shall comply with HBMC Section 17.22.060 except as
specifically stated in this Resolution.
c) Conduit to accommodate roof mounted alternative energy equipment for solar
energy and solar thermal shall also be supplied per HBMC Section 15.32.140.
d) The requirements of HBMC Section 17.22.060(F) and (G) shall be shown on
structural plans and reviewed at the time of Building Division Plan Check.
e) A minimum of 200 cubic feet of storage area shall be provided for each unit in
accordance with HBMC Section 17.22.060(E).
f) Designated, screened solid waste storage areas, a minimum of 2.5’ x 2.5’ (length
times width) each, for three solid waste storage bins shall be shown on the site
plan compliance with HBMC Chapter 8.12.
3. The submitted Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director in conformance with HBMC
Section 17.22.050 and conditions of this approval prior to the issuance of Building
Permits.
a) Proof of recordation of approved CC&Rs shall be submitted to the Community
Development Director prior to the issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.
b) Five parking spaces (four garage spaces and one guest parking space) shall be
maintained on-site. All parking spaces shall remain available for parking and
shall not be used for storage or other purposes. Storage of boats, trailers, and
recreational vehicles shall not be allowed and the CC&Rs shall reflect this
condition.
4. 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
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
Building Plans:
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5. Two copies of a Final Landscape Plan, consistent with landscape plans approved by the
Planning Commission, indicating size, type, quantity and characteristics of landscape
materials shall be submitted to the Community Development Department and Planning
Division for review and approval prior to the issuance of Building Permits. The Final
Landscape Plan shall also include the following:
a) The applicant shall provide a landscape plan to comply with HBMC Sections
17.22.060(H), 8.60.060, and 8.60.070 to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director and Public Works Director.
b) An automatic landscape sprinkler system consistent with HBMC Section
17.22.060(H) shall be provided, and shall be shown on plans (Building Permits
are required).
6. Architectural treatments and accessory facilities shall be as shown on building
elevations, site and floor plans. Precise building height compliance shall be reviewed at
the time of Plan Check, to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director. In
addition:
a) All parking dimensions shall comply with HBMC Chapter 17.44. Roll-up
automatic garage doors shall be installed on all garage door openings and clearly
indicated on floor plans.
b) Driveway transitions shall comply with HBMC Section 17.44.120(D).
c) 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.
d) Any satellite dish antennas and/or similar equipment shall comply with HBMC
Section 17.46.240.
7. The plans shall comply with HBMC Section 8.44.095 and install permeable surfaces in
the driveway, guest parking space and other non-landscaped areas to the maximum extent
feasible. If providing water-permeable surfaces on at least 50% of exterior surface area
is not feasible and incorporating measures in 8.44.095 to the extent practicable to
infiltrate the volume of runoff produced by a 0.80 inch twenty four (24) hour rain event,
then the applicant shall infiltrate runoff on-site. In the event that subsurface infiltration
is required, plans shall designate the exact location of the subsurface infiltration system,
the applicant shall enter into a maintenance agreement with the City (prior to final map
approval) for the ongoing infiltration, and provide a surety bond to the City to guarantee
that on-site, subsurface infiltration is achieved. The amount of the bond shall be
determined by the Building Division. All other drainage shall be routed to an off-site
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facility or on-site permeable area approved by the City. To the extent possible, a
portion of roof drainage shall be routed to on-site permeable areas. No drainage shall
flow over any driveway or sidewalk.
If the drainage of surface waters onto the property requires a sump pump to discharge
waters onto the street, the property owner(s) shall record an agreement to assume the
risk associated with use and operation of said sump pump, release the City from any
liability, and indemnify the City regarding receipt of surface waters from the property.
The recorded agreement must be filed with the City prior to issuance of the Certificate
of Occupancy.
8. The plans and construction shall comply with all requirements of the Building Code in
Title 15 and Green Building Standards in Chapter 15.48. Water conservation practices
set forth in Section 8.56.070 shall be complied with and noted on construction plans.
9. Two copies of final construction plans, including site, elevation and floor plans, which
are consistent with the conditions of approval of this conditional use permit, shall be
reviewed and approved by the Planning Division for consistency with Planning
Commission approved plans and this Resolution prior to the submittal to the Building
Division for Plan Check.
10. Prior to the submittal of structural plans to the Building Division for Plan Check the
permittee and the owners of the property involved shall file at the office of the Planning
Division of the Community Development Department an Affidavit of Acceptance
stating that they are aware of, and agree to and accept, all of the conditions of this
permit. The permittee shall record with the Los Angeles County Recorder’s Office the
Affidavits of Acceptance and Resolution(s), and proof of recordation shall be submitted
to the Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a building permit.
11. 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 associated with demolition of the
existing improvements and new construction shall be recycled.
12. The address of each condominium unit shall be conspicuously displayed on the street
side of the buildings with externally or internally lit numbers and the method for
illumination shall be shown on plans. Address numbering and display shall be subject
to approval by the Community Development Department.
Public Works
13. Civil engineering plans shall be prepared by a licensed civil engineer and conceptually
approved by the Hermosa Beach Public Works Department prior to submitting an
application for Building Permits to the Community Development Department.
Complete civil engineering plans shall address 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
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necessary to comply with the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code and Public Works
specifications, and shall be filed with the Community Development Department.
14. Civil engineering plans shall include adjacent properties/structures, sewer laterals, and
storm drain main lines on street.
15. Project construction 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.
16. Sewer flow rate for upstream and downstream manhole along with manhole rim/lid
elevations must be submitted prior to grading and plan check. Sewer lateral video must
be submitted with plan check submittal, if the developer plans to use the existing sewer
lateral. Sewer lateral work may be required after review of the sewer lateral video.
17. Sewer lateral video must be submitted with plan check submittal, if the developer plans
to use the existing sewer lateral. Sewer lateral work may be required after review of the
sewer lateral video.
18. Sewer main work may be required after review of sewer lateral video.
19. The project must comply with Storm Water and Urban Runoff Pollution Control
Regulations (HBMC Ch. 8.44) and must implement Low Impact Development
Standards, and submit at time of grading and plan check along with an erosion control
plan.
Final Map and Certificate of Occupancy
20. The Final Map shall comply with all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and
Chapter 16.08 of the Municipal Code.
21. Prior to filing of the Final Map, applicant shall pay to the City of Hermosa Beach Park
and Recreation Area Dedication fees per unit in lieu of onsite parkland dedication
pursuant to Chapter 16.12.
22. Prior to approval of the Final Map, and prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy,
outstanding assessments must either be paid in full or apportioned to any newly created
parcels. Notice of same shall be provided to the Community Development Director.
Assessment payoff amounts may be obtained by calling the City’s Assessment
Administrator at (800) 755-6864. Applications for apportionment may be obtained in
the Public Works Department.
23. Prior to issuance of a building permit, written approval from each utility company
associated with the relocation of the existing utility pole, down guy and utility boxes
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must be submitted for review and approval by the Public Works Department and the
Community Development Department.
Construction
24. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, abutting property owners and residents within
100 feet of the project site shall be notified of the anticipated date for commencement of
construction.
a) The form of the notification shall be provided by the Planning Division of the
Community Development Department.
b) Building permits will not be issued until the applicant provides an affidavit
certifying mailing of the notice.
25. 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.
26. Traffic control measures, including flagmen, shall be utilized to preserve public health,
safety, and welfare.
Other:
27. Approval of these permits shall expire twenty-four (24) months from the date of
approval by the Planning Commission, 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 will be provided.
28. The Planning Commission may review this Conditional Use Permit, Precise
Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Map and may amend the subject conditions
or impose any new conditions if deemed necessary to mitigate detrimental effects on the
neighborhood resulting from the subject use.
29. The subject property shall be developed, maintained and operated in full compliance
with the conditions of this permit and any law, statute, 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.
Section 8. This permit 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 an Affidavit of Acceptance stating that they are aware of,
and agree to and accept, all of the conditions of this permit.
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The Conditional Use Permit, Precise Development Plan and Vesting Tentative Map shall be
recorded with the Affidavit of Acceptance, and proof of recordation shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a building permit.
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.
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.
Section 9. Pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6, any legal challenge
to the decision of the Planning Commission, after a formal appeal to the City Council, must be
made within 90 days after the final decision by the City Council.
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution P.C. 20-XX is a true and complete record of the action
taken by the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, at its regular
meeting of August 18, 2020.
Peter Hoffman, Chair Ken Robertson, Secretary
August 18, 2020
Date
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION
JOB ADDRESS
SUBDIVIDER
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ENGINEER
DENN ENGINEERS
DATE
GARY J. ROEHL R.C.E. 30826
3914 DEL AMO BLVD., STE. 921
TORRANCE, CA 90503
310-542-9433
IN THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES
VESTING TENTATIVE
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THE NOTATION ON THE PLANS FOR OFFSET
DISTANCES. IF THERE ARE ANY QUESTIONS,
PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT DENN
ENGINEERS FOR CLARIFICATION AT :
(310) 542-9433, M-F 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM.
NOTE: ALL SETBACK DIMENSIONS SHOWN
ARE MEASURED TO EXTERIOR SURFACE OF
BUILDINGS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
PARCEL MAP NO.82004
SON & THU PHAM
3906 WITZEL DRIVE
SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91423
PHONE 818-527-4155
LOT 8,
WALTER RANSOM CO'S VENABLE PLACE
M.B. 9-150
APN 4188-031-008
634 5TH STREET
HERMOSA BEACH, CA 90254 16-202BNOTES
1. ALL EXISTING STRUCTURES TO BE
REMOVED UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
2. ALL UTILITIES ARE LOCATED IN
ADJACENT STREETS.
3. THIS IS A 2 UNIT CONDOMINIUM
PROJECT.
4. WATER SUPPLY IS PROVIDED BY
CALIFORNIA WATER COMPANY.
5. SANITARY SEWER DISPOSAL IS TO AN
8" VCP PUBLIC LINE. THE 8" VCP IS
LOCATED IN 5TH STREET;
APPROXIMATE DEPTH = 6'.
6. SEE SOILS REPORT FOR POTENTIAL
FILL ON THIS SITE.
7. SITE DRAINAGE IS SURFACE FLOW
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City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0531
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Parking Plan 20-3, Parking Plan for a new food service establishment (Mix it Up Cafe) for the
purpose of determining that it’s a snack shop with characteristics to allow consideration of the retail
commercial requirement for parking at 114 Pier Avenue and determination that the project is
Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.
Applicant:Madani Akanour
Mix it Up LLC
114 Pier Avenue
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Owner:C and S Aberle Trust, c/o Sharon Aberle
909 Alandele Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Recommended Action:
Adopt the attached resolution approving a Parking Plan finding that the use is a snack shop and less
than required parking is merited due to the parking demand characteristics of the proposed use at
114 Pier Avenue and determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
Project Summary:
GENERAL PLAN:Community Commercial (CC)
ZONING:Specific Plan Area 11 (SPA-11)
FLOOR AREA (EXISTING/PROPOSED):556 sq.ft. / No change
PRIOR USE:Retail Use
PROPOSED USE:Snack Shop
PARKING FOR 556 S.F. COMMERCIAL RETAIL AND/OR SNACK SHOP
REQUIRED/EXISTING/PROPOSED:2 spaces/ 0 spaces/ no change
PARKING IF 556 S.F. RESTAURANT:
REQUIRED/EXISTING/PROPOSED:6 spaces/ 0 spaces/ no change
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:Categorically Exempt, Section 15301, Class 1
Existing Facilities, as the project involves
negligible or no expansion of an existing use.
Background:
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The applicant is seeking determination of a new establishment (Mix It Up Cafe) as a snack shop,
located at 114 Pier Avenue, on the south side of Pier Avenue between Hermosa Avenue and Palm
Drive. The applicant requests that the establishment be classified as a snack shop and that required
parking spaces be based on the retail commercial standard, rather than the higher standard required
for restaurants, due to characteristics of the proposed use and location.
114 Pier Avenue was previously occupied by Salvatore’s, which was a jewelry retail store. Salvatore’s
started operating at this location in 2004 and their business license expired in February 2020.
Mix It Up Cafe, is a family-owned and operated, small business that proposes to serve fast
sandwiches, with an emphasis on the shawarma wrap. This will be the first Mix It Up Cafe
establishment and will be flagship location. The business is looking to serve the community of
residents, employees of local businesses, and visitors who are already coming to the area, with a
“prepare and take-away” approach.
Proposed hours are 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday through Wednesday; 6:00 AM - 2:00 AM Thursday
through Saturday and 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday. The business will provide breakfast items and
coffee for residents and local business employees to walk to in the morning hours. The business then
expects to serve a large lunch crowd and continuing throughout the afternoon through the dinner-
hours. There will be an online option for placing orders in advance to be ready on arrival to take and
enjoy. The Downtown District is a pedestrian destination and as such, the Mediterranean grab-and-go
business will rely on pedestrian foot traffic as their patron base.
Analysis:
The applicant has applied for a Parking Plan to allow the parking for the proposed snack shop use to
be based on retail commercial parking requirements (rather than restaurant parking requirements)
pursuant to Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Sections 17.44.030(O) and 17.44.210. The
analysis includes determination of whether the proposed use is a snack shop and whether the
characteristics of the use, its location, size and other factors may result in less parking demand than
a restaurant use, thereby allowing the retail commercial parking standard to apply, so no additional
parking is required.
Snack shop determination:
The applicant requests the proposed business be considered a snack shop on the basis that the use
will be conducted consistent with the definition of a snack bar or snack shop as set forth in HBMC
Section 17.04.050 Commercial Land Use Definitions:
"Snack bar or snack shop" means an establishment with twenty-five (25) or less seats that
is distinguished from a restaurant as it does not include waiter/waitress table service, except
queuing, (intermittent delivery of purchased goods) and does not serve full meals or have a
kitchen capable of serving meals but instead serves snacks or nonalcoholic beverages for
consumption on the premises or for take-out; specifically, items such as donuts and other
baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, cookies, coffee, tea and juices are considered snacks.”
Staff finds that the proposed use and characteristics of the operation are consistent with the definition
of snack shop stated in the HBMC for the following reasons:
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·The business will provide a total of five seats within the customer dining area (not to exceed
25 seats) and one shared dining countertop as noted on proposed plans. The front dining
space is very small at 150 square feet and is limited in seats and the food preparation space is
also very small at 139 square feet when compared to a restaurant kitchen.
Use Square Footage
Front dining space 150 sq. ft. (27%)
Food preparation space 139 sq. ft. (25%)
Employee break space 50 sq. ft. (9%)
Restroom 100 sq. ft. (18%)
Halls/access 117 sq. ft. (21%)
TOTAL 556 sq. ft.
·Customers will place and pick up orders at the counter; no waiter/waitress table service will be
provided.
·The business will not serve full meals and instead will serve quick-serve products limited to
sandwiches, sides, ice cream, coffee, pre-bottled soft drinks and water.
·The small kitchen includes approximately 139 square feet of food preparation space which
occupies 25% of the business floor area. The floor plan indicates that there will be limited
counter/food preparation space and that there is only one work station. Cooking equipment is
within arm’s reach which will allow the establishment to operate with a limited number of staff
(2 employees). The compact kitchen includes a freezer/fridge combo, 4 burner stove, flattop
grill combo, deep fryer, 2 shawarma grill machines (spit), Type 2 Hood/back shelf ventilator for
removal of heat and moisture, coffee machine, and ice cream churning machine to fulfill the
intent of serving quick serve products, not full meals. The proposed kitchen can be
distinguished from a restaurant kitchen, which is equipped for preparing and serving full
meals, for the following reasons.
o Restaurant kitchens typically include additional facilities such as multiple food
preparation and serving stations. A station is a designated area where a certain type of
food is prepared. Stations help keep a restaurant kitchen running smoothly. Restaurants
also typically include a kitchen line, which is the area where the servers pick up their food.
It's often operated by the expeditor; the individual who's responsible for sending dishes to
the dining room and who ensures meals are presentable. In larger kitchens, the expeditor
might also communicate the wait staff's orders to the cook(s) in the kitchen. The kitchen
line may include garnish, plates, a spindle for order tickets, and heating lamps to keep the
waiting food hot. Restaurant kitchens are also larger and stations are usually more spread
out allowing for fewer collisions with the larger number of back of house restaurant
staff.Kitchen staffing at restaurants typically include chef(s), waiters and waitresses, food
preparation staff, expeditors and often times back of house management. Restaurant
kitchens are not laid out to prepare snacks and quick serve food. They are designed to
provide full meals to perhaps several hundreds of people every day depending on the size
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of the restaurant and season.
·The snacks and nonalcoholic beverages are served for consumption on the premises or for
take-out.
Snack shop parking determination:
A snack shop as defined in Section 17.04.050 may be considered as a retail use, and the Planning
Commission may apply the retail commercial parking standard if it meets the criteria set forth in
Section 17.44.030(O):
“Snack Bar/Snack Shop” The parking requirements for a snack bar and/or snack shop shall
be the same as that for a restaurant, unless it can be shown to the Planning Commission that
the characteristics of the building, its location, size and other mitigating factors such as limited
service area relative to gross floor area and limited seating capacity result in less parking
demand than for a restaurant use. In these cases the Planning Commission may consider the
retail commercial requirement for parking, pursuant to Section 17.44.210 Parking Plans.”
Staff finds that the characteristics of the proposed use demonstrates it will result in less parking
demand than that generated by a restaurant, as stated in Section 17.44.030(O) for the following
reasons:
·The approximately 556 square foot tenant space is small with minimal seating and eating
surfaces, customary of a snack shop use, and the service area is limited in size and
equipment which indicates the use will not function as a restaurant and will result in less
parking demand. The applicant proposes no expansion to the space.
·The proposed use with its quick-preparation and quick-serve menu items and minimal seating
is not expected to generate a high proportion of destination specific trips. The business will be
reliant upon foot traffic from patrons already traversing the area (and presumably already
parked).
·The proposed use will also serve patrons already visiting nearby businesses (health and
fitness studios, banks, beauty salons, medical services, and retail shops) and the beach, who
may utilize nearby public parking.
·Sandwiches tend to be a quick serve product due to limited preparation time and minimal
ingredients and food components and these establishments tend to have quick turnover of
patrons due to the “grab-and-go” nature of sandwich food products, as compared to a typical
restaurant. The sides, ice cream and drinks are also consistent with the snack shop definition.
Similar snack shop determinations have been made at 25 Pier Avenue, ITA Italian Street Food
(2018), 1227 Hermosa Avenue, North Shore Poke (2017), 1120 Hermosa Avenue, Street
Tacos Gourmet Taco Stand (2012) currently Poke Bar, and 136 Pier Ave, Subway (2010).
·The limited kitchen and storage service area with limited equipment and minimal seating with
a total of five seats within the customer dining area (not to exceed 25 seats) and one shared
dining countertop is not expected to create parking demand equivalent to that created by a
restaurant use.
·The number of employees on the largest shift will be two and there will be two shifts per day,
which is less than the number of employees required by a typical restaurant.
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Determination that parking is adequate:
An evaluation of whether adequate parking is provided pursuant to Section 17.44.210 can be
summarized as follows:
·The retail/general office commercial parking standard requires one space per 250 square feet
of gross floor area. The tenant space is 556 square feet in floor area and does not meet
current parking requirements of 2 spaces for retail/general commercial uses because there is
no parking provided on-site, as the entire site is occupied by the building.
·The tenant space has historically been adequately served by public parking for prior general
commercial uses.
·The subject property is located in the downtown pedestrian-oriented district, and the proposed
use with its limited menu items and minimal seating is not expected to generate a high
proportion of destination specific trips. The business will be reliant upon foot traffic from
patrons already traversing the area (and presumably already parked). The proposed use will
also serve patrons already visiting nearby businesses (health and fitness studios, banks,
beauty salons, medical services, and retail shops) and the beach, who may utilize the nearby
City parking facilities.
·The proposed use is eligible for consideration as a snack shop designation pursuant to HBMC
Section 17.04.050.
·The proposed use exhibits the characteristics of a snack shop. Parking demand for the
proposed use is therefore similar to retail use and will result in less parking demand than for a
restaurant, and therefore the retail commercial parking standard may be applied, meaning in
this case that no additional parking is required.
General Plan Consistency:
The establishment is located within the Community Commercial (CC) General Plan land use area
and the purpose is to provide opportunities and locations for uses designed to serve the shopping,
dining, and employment desires of the entire community. The Community Commercial designation is
a major generator of local economic activity with a mix of locally-owned businesses and regional or
national retailers present within this designation. This designation is found in many centralized
locations throughout the community primarily along the city’s major corridors and in Downtown.
Community Commercial land uses primarily serve the local market, though they may also serve the
needs of visitors and residents of nearby jurisdictions.
Uses on the ground floor are reserved for retail, restaurant, and other sales-tax revenue generating
uses, while offices and personal service uses are encouraged on upper floors. Residential uses are
not allowed in this designation as its intent is to promote and protect retail, office, and service uses
that diversify the City’s tax base.
The establishment is also located within the Downtown District Character Area where the types of
uses provide services and activities associated with the local beach culture to residents as well as
visitors to the city. The mix of community and recreational uses serve a functional role in meeting the
daily needs and activities of residents and visitors, and accommodate coastal-related recreation and
commercial uses which serve the year-round needs of residents and visitors and are attractive and
compatible with adjacent residential neighborhoods and commercial districts. The snack shop use is
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a visitor serving accommodation and is an appropriate use within the Recreational Commercial and
Downtown District area. General Plan Land Use Goal 1.4 promotes diverse commercial areas
through promoting the development of diversified and unique commercial districts with locally owned
businesses and job- or revenue-generating uses. As such, the proposed use is consistent with the
goals and policies of the General Plan.
Summary:
The applicant has requested that the establishment be classified as a snack shop and that required
parking spaces be based on the retail commercial standard rather than the restaurant standard due
to characteristics of the proposed use and location. The use is consistent with the snack shop
definition provided in the zoning code. Further, the new use is not expected to generate a high
proportion of destination specific trips and is not expected to increase parking demand. Therefore,
the parking requirement may be based on the retail commercial parking standard as requested by the
applicant at 114 Pier Avenue.
Attachments:
1.Proposed Resolution
2.Applicant Proposal- Business Narrative and Menu
3.Proposed Floor Plan
4.Site and Interior Photos
5.Ordinance 04-1241 Snack Shop
6.Poster Verification
7.Radius Map
Respectfully Submitted by: Nicole Ellis, Associate Planner
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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P.C. RESOLUTION NO. 20- X
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A PARKING PLAN FOR
A NEW FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT (MIX IT UP CAFE) FOR THE
PURPOSE OF DETERMINING THAT IT’S A SNACK SHOP WITH
CHARACTERISTICS TO ALLOW CONSIDERATION OF THE RETAIL
COMMERCIAL REQUIREMENT FOR PARKING AT 114 PIER AVENUE,
HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AND DETERMINATION THAT THE
PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and
order as follows:
Section 1. An application was filed by Madani Akanour with Mix it Up LLC on
July 20, 2020, seeking approval for a Parking Plan to classify a new food service
establishment (Mix it Up Cafe) as a snack shop for purpose of calculating parking
requirements at 114 Pier Avenue.
Section 2. The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to
consider the application for Parking Plan 20-3 on August 18, 2020, at which time the
testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the
Planning Commission.
Section 3. Based on the Staff Report, testimony and evidence received, the
Planning Commission makes the following factual findings:
1. The site is zoned Specific Plan Area 11 (SPA-11) which allows food
establishment uses, as well as reduction in parking requirements in accordance
with a Parking Plan.
2. The proposed use is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan.
The snack shop use is a visitor serving accommodation and is an appropriate
use within the Community Commercial and Downtown District area.
3. The applicant requests to convert an approximately 556 square foot commercial
retail space to a snack shop use serving a limited menu of quick-serve
sandwiches, sides, ice cream, coffee, pre-bottled soft drinks and water.
4. The small kitchen includes approximately 139 square feet of food preparation
space which occupies 25% of the business floor area. The floor plan indicates
that there will be limited counter/food preparation space and that there is only
one work station. Cooking equipment is within arm’s reach which will allow the
establishment to operate with a limited number of staff (2 employees). The
compact kitchen includes a freezer/fridge combo, 4 burner stove, flattop grill
combo, deep fryer, 2 shawarma grill machines (spit), Type 2 Hood/back shelf
ventilator for removal of heat and moisture, coffee machine, and ice cream
churning machine to fulfill the intent of serving quick serve products, not full
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meals. The proposed kitchen can be distinguished from a restaurant kitchen,
which is equipped for preparing and serving full meals, for the following reasons.
Restaurant kitchens typically include additional facilities such as multiple food
preparation and serving stations. A station is a designated area where a
certain type of food is prepared. Stations help keep a restaurant kitchen
running smoothly. Restaurants also typically include a kitchen line, which is
the area where the servers pick up their food. It's often operated by the
expeditor; the individual who's responsible for sending dishes to the dining
room and who ensures meals are presentable. In larger kitchens, the
expeditor might also communicate the wait staff's orders to the cook(s) in the
kitchen. The kitchen line may include garnish, plates, a spindle for order
tickets, and heating lamps to keep the waiting food hot. Restaurant kitchens
are also larger and stations are usually more spread out allowing for fewer
collisions with the larger number of back of house restaurant staff.Kitchen
staffing at restaurants typically include chef(s), waiters and waitresses, food
preparation staff, expeditors and often times back of house management.
Restaurant kitchens are not laid out to prepare snacks and quick serve food.
They are designed to provide full meals to perhaps several hundreds of
people every day depending on the size of the restaurant and season.
5. Customers will order items from the service counter. No table service will be
provided. A limited seating area with a total of five seats (not to exceed 25 seats)
will be provided and one shared dining countertop.
6. The tenant space is non-conforming to parking with no parking provided on-site,
historically relying on public parking for prior uses.
Section 4. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission makes the
following findings that the use is consistent with the snack shop designation, the
characteristics of the proposed use are similar to retail use and will result in less parking
demand than for a restaurant, and parking is adequate based on the retail commercial
parking standard:
1. The business is appropriately classified as a snack shop in accordance with
H.B.M.C. Section 17.04.050 because:
A. The business will provide a total of five seats within the customer dining area
(not to exceed 25 seats) and one shared dining countertop as noted on
proposed plans. The front dining space is very small at 150 square feet and is
limited in seats and the food preparation space is also very small at 139
square feet when compared to a restaurant kitchen.
Use Square Footage
Front dining space 150 sq. ft. (27%)
Food preparation space 139 sq. ft. (25%)
Employee break space 50 sq. ft. (9%)
Restroom 100 sq. ft. (18%)
Halls/access 117 sq. ft. (21%)
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TOTAL 556 sq. ft.
B. Customers will place and pick up orders at the counter; no waiter/waitress
table service will be provided.
C. The business will not serve full meals and instead will serve quick-serve
products limited to sandwiches, sides, ice cream, coffee, pre-bottled soft
drinks and water.
D. The small kitchen includes approximately 139 square feet of food preparation
space which occupies 25% of the business floor area. The floor plan indicates
that there will be limited counter/food preparation space and that there is only
one work station. Cooking equipment is within arm’s reach which will allow
the establishment to operate with a limited number of staff (2 employees).
The compact kitchen includes a freezer/fridge combo, 4 burner stove, flattop
grill combo, deep fryer, 2 shawarma grill machines (spit), Type 2 Hood/back
shelf ventilator for removal of heat and moisture, coffee machine, and ice
cream churning machine to fulfill the intent of serving quick serve products,
not full meals. The proposed kitchen can be distinguished from a restaurant
kitchen, which is equipped for preparing and serving full meals, for the
following reasons.
Restaurant kitchens typically include additional facilities such as multiple
food preparation and serving stations. A station is a designated area
where a certain type of food is prepared. Stations help keep a restaurant
kitchen running smoothly. Restaurants also typically include a kitchen line,
which is the area where the servers pick up their food. It's often operated
by the expeditor; the individual who's responsible for sending dishes to the
dining room and who ensures meals are presentable. In larger kitchens,
the expeditor might also communicate the wait staff's orde rs to the cook(s)
in the kitchen. The kitchen line may include garnish, plates, a spindle for
order tickets, and heating lamps to keep the waiting food hot. Restaurant
kitchens are also larger and stations are usually more spread out allowing
for fewer collisions with the larger number of back of house restaurant
staff.Kitchen staffing at restaurants typically include chef(s), waiters and
waitresses, food preparation staff, expeditors and often times back of
house management. Restaurant kitchens are not laid out to prepare
snacks and quick serve food. They are designed to provide full meals to
perhaps several hundreds of people every day depending on the size of
the restaurant and season.
E. The snacks and nonalcoholic beverages are served for consumption on the
premises or for take-out.
2. Pursuant to H.B.M.C. Sections 17.44.030(O) and 17.44.210, the retail
commercial parking standard (one space per 250 square fee t of gross floor area)
is appropriate for this use with no additional parking required for this change of
use from retail to snack shop. Adequate parking will be provided for customers,
clients, visitors and employees because:
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A. The approximately 556 square foot tenant space is small with minimal seating
and eating surfaces, customary of a snack shop use, and the service area is
limited in size and equipment which indicates the use will not function as a
restaurant and will result in less parking demand. The applicant proposes no
expansion to the space.
B. The proposed use with its quick-preparation and quick-serve menu items and
minimal seating is not expected to generate a high proportion of destination
specific trips. The business will be reliant upon foot traffic from patrons
already traversing the area (and presumably already parked).
C. The proposed use will also serve patrons already visiting nearby businesses
(health and fitness studios, banks, beauty salons, medical services, and retail
shops) and the beach, who may utilize nearby public parking.
D. Sandwiches tend to be a quick serve product due to limited preparation time
and minimal ingredients and food components and these establishments tend
to have quick turnover of patrons due to the “grab-and-go” nature of sandwich
food products, as compared to a typical restaurant. The sides, ice cream and
drinks are also consistent with the snack shop definition. 25 Pier Avenue, ITA
Italian Street Food (2018), 1227 Hermosa Avenue, North Shore Poke (2017),
1120 Hermosa Avenue, Street Tacos Gourmet Taco Stand (2012) currently
Poke Bar, and 136 Pier Ave, Subway (2010).
E. The limited kitchen and storage service area with limited equipment and
minimal seating with a total of five seats within the customer dining area (not
to exceed 25 seats) and one shared dining countertop is not expected to
create parking demand equivalent to that created by a restaurant use.
F. The number of employees on the largest shift will be two and there will be two
shifts per day, which is less than the number of employees required by a
typical restaurant.
Section 5. The project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act per Guidelines, Section 15301, Class 1 Existing Facilities, as the project
involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use.
Section 6. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves
Parking Plan 20-3, subject to the following Conditions of Approval:
1. The floor plan shall be substantially consistent with the plan approved by
the Planning Commission on August 18, 2020 with no additional parking
required for this use. Minor modifications that do not affect scale, type,
location or intensity of uses or impacts thereof may be approved by the
Community Development Director when not in conflict with the findings or
conditions of this permit. No more than a total of 25 seats shall be provided
at the establishment.
2. The use shall comply with the requirements of a snack bar as defined in the
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section 17.04.050, including no
waiter/waitress table service shall be provided except queuing,
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(intermittent delivery of purchased goods), shall not serve full meals or
have a kitchen capable of serving meals, and no alcoholic beverages are
allowed.
3. The physical improvements to the tenant space/site and operation of the
establishment shall comply with all requirements of the Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code and the Los Angeles County Health and Fire Departments,
to the satisfaction of the Hermosa Beach Community Development,
Building and Public Works Departments.
4. The use shall comply with all requirements of Hermosa Beach Municipal
Code Chapter 8.44 including but not limited to the following: The runoff
from washing and/or rinsing of snack bar tables, equipment, floor mats,
food preparation utensils and other coverings, shall drain to the sewer
system only and shall under no circumstances drain to the storm water
system.
5. The premises shall be maintained in a neat, clean, litter and graffiti -free
manner at all times, and adequate containers shall be provided to reduce
litter and contaminants on the public right-of-way per Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code Chapter 8.12.
6. Polystyrene contains and drink ware shall not be used or provided by the
establishment per Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.64.
7. Physical improvements to the tenant space/site and operation of the
establishment shall comply with the water conservation requirements in
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Chapter 8.56, food facility inspections in
Section 8.04.030 and sign regulation in Chapter 17.50.
8. The subject property shall be developed, maintained and operated in full
compliance with the conditions of this permit and any law, statute,
ordinance or other regulation hereafter adopted that is 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.
9. Approval of this permit shall expire twenty-four (24) months from the date
of approval by the Planning Commission, 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 will be provided.
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Section 7. This permit 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 this permit.
This Permit shall be recorded, and proof of recordation shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a building permit.
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.
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, o r void
any permit or approval for this project authorized by the City, including (without
limitation) reimbursing the City its actual attorneys’ fees and costs in defense of the
litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such ac tion 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.
The subject property shall be developed, maintained and operated in full compliance
with the conditions of this permit and any law, statute, 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.
Section 8. Pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6, any legal
challenge to the decision of the Planning Commission must be made within 90 days
after the final decision.
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
CERTIFICATION
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I hereby certify the foregoing Planning Commission Resolution 20-X is a true and
complete record of the action taken by the Planning Commission of the City of He rmosa
Beach, California at its regular meeting of August 18, 2020.
Peter Hoffman, Chairman Ken Robertson, Secretary
August 18, 2020
Date
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MIX IT UP CAFÉ
MIX It UP LLC, DBA Mix It Up Café, a family-owned and operated, small business that plans to serve
sandwiches, with an emphasis on the shawarma wrap. Shawarma is a dish in Middle Eastern cuisine consisting
of meat cut into thin slices, stacked in a cone-like shape, and roasted on a slowly-turning vertical rotisserie or
spit. Originally made in Canada by Osmows containing lamb or mutton, today's shawarma may also be chicken,
turkey, beef, veal, or can even be made vegetarian. Thin slices are shaved off the cooked surface as it
continuously rotates. Shawarma is one of the world's most popular street foods, especially in Egypt and the
countries of the Levant, the Arabian Peninsula, and beyond.
With a business model of serving the community of residents, employees of local businesses, and
visitors who are already coming to the area, with a “prepare and take-away” approach, with the only seating
offered for waiting for the items to be prepared for take-away, this business will not require additional parking
from what already exists in the area, as the patrons it is serving are already parked. In addition, multiple bike
racks exist in the area and are expected to be used by the anticipated customers and employees, as this
business will operate with the Stay in Hermosa, Stay Local, Stay Safe, mindset.
The business plans to operate generally from “6am-10pm” (with extended weekend hours), meaning
there will be breakfast items and coffee ready for residents and local business employees to walk to. Then,
expects to serve a large lunch crowd of likely the same audience and adding in beachgoers, and continuing
throughout the afternoon through the dinner-hour as locals are feeding their families, employees leaving work
are picking-up food to take home for dinner, beach-goers are looking for food to eat after a day in the sand
and surf to eat while watching the sunset.
Mix It Up Café will welcome customers to enter, approach the counter, select their bread/wrap, select
their protein, select their toppings, and select their sides and drinks. Once their sandwich is assembled, the
customer will be handed a wrapped-to-go bag of their purchase.
The business plan and marketing efforts will focus on residents, employees of local businesses, and
existing tourists that are in the area and does not envision patrons coming to the area specifically seeking out
this business. After, surveying multiple people in the city (residents, tourists, and business owners). It was
discovered a great need for additional options and variety in choices was identified and the anecdotal evidence
pointed to enthusiasm and excitement about the prospect of this business coming to the area very soon.
The design of the shawarma bar will be modern and inviting and will add tremendous value to the area
from many different perspectives. The focus is on the best quality ingredients and the highest quality of
service. The business intends to serve fast sandwiches that the customers can enjoy while taking a walk
throughout the downtown area or by sitting on the great open spaces offered by the city (beaches, parks,
benches, etc.). Additionally, there will be an online option for placing orders in advance to be ready on arrival
to take and enjoy.
This will be the first Mix It Up Café establishment and will be the flagship location.
Proposed hours are: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM Monday through Wednesday; 6:00 AM – 2:00 AM Thursday through
Saturday; and 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday.
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ORDINANCE NO. 04-1241
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 17.04 DEFINITIONS,
AND CHAPTER 17.44 OFF-STREET PARKING, PERTAINING TO THE
DEFINITION AND PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SNACK SHOPS
The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on February
18, 2003, to consider amending the Zoning Ordinance definition and parking requirements for
snack shops to more clearly distinguish snack shops from restaurants.
SECTION 2. The City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on January 27, 2004, to
consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission to amend Sections 17.04.050 and
17.44.030(0) of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to definition and parking requirements for snack
shops and referred the matter back to the Planning Commission for further consideration. The
Commission, after further deliberation, did not modify their original recommendation. The City
Council again considered the original recommendation of the Planning Commission at the meeting
of May 11, 2004 and continued the hearing to May 25, 2004 and directed staff to provide survey
information about the operations of snack shops in the city and in adjacent cities.
SECTION 3. The subject text amendment is exempt from the requirements of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to the general rule set forth in Section
15061(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, as there is no possibility that these modifications to the Zoning
Ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.
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SECTION 4. Based on the evidence considered at the public hearing and the final
recommendation of the Planning Commission after reconsideration the City Council hereby
ordains that the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code, Title 17-Zoning, be amended as follows:
1. Amend Section 17.04.050 Commercial Land Use Definition to read as follows:
Snack shop or snack bar means an establishment with 25 or less seats that is
distinguished from a restaurant as it does not include waiter/waitress table service,
except queuing, (intermittent delivery of purchased goods) and does not serve full
meals or have a kitchen capable of serving meals but instead serves snacks or non-
alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises or for take-out; specifically, items
such as donuts and other baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, cookies, coffee, tea, and juices
are considered snacks."
2. Amend Section 17.44.030(0) to read as follows:
The parking requirements for a snack bar and/or snack shop shall be the same as that
for a restaurant, unless it can be shown to the Planning Commission that the
characteristics of the building; its location, size and other mitigating factors such as
limited service area relative to gross floor area and limited seating capacity result in less
parking demand than for a restaurant use. In these cases the Planning Commission may
consider the retail commercial requirement for parking, pursuant to Section 17.44.210
Parking Plans."
SECTION 5. Prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days after the date of its adoption, the
City Clerk shall cause the summary to be published in the Easy Reader, a weekly newspaper of
general circulation, published and circulated in the City of Hermosa Beach.
SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this ordinance,
shall enter the same in the book of original ordinances of said city; shall make minutes of the
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passage and adoption thereof in the records of the proceedings of the City Council at which the
same is passed and adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 8th day of June, 2004 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Edgerton, Keegan, Reviczky, Tucker, Mayor Yoon
None
None
None
PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California
ATTEST-APPROVED AS TO FORM
City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
I, Elaine Doerfling, City Clerk of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 04-1241 was duly and regularly passed,
approved and adopted by the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach at a regular
meeting held at the regular meeting place thereof on the 8th day of June, 2004, and said
ordinance was published in the Easy Reader newspaper on June 17, 2004.
The vote was as follows:
AYES: Edgerton, Keegan, Reviczky, Tucker, Mayor Yoon
NOES: None
ABSENT-None
ABSTAIN: None
DATED: June 17, 2004
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
County of Los Angeles,
I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the County
aforesaid: I am over the age of eighteen years and not a
party to or interested in the above-entitled matter. I am
the principal clerk of the printer of the BEACH
PEOPLE'S EASY READER-REDONDO BEACH
HOMETOWN NEWS, a newspaper of general
circulation, published WEEKLY in the City of
HERMOSA BEACH, County of Los. Angeles, and which
newspaper has been adjudged a newspaper of general
circulation by the Superior Court of the County of Los
Angeles, State of California, under the date of October 24,
1972, Case Number SWC 22940 and October 3, 1989,
Case Number SWC 108772, and that the notice, of which
the annexed is a printed copy (set in type not smaller that
nonpareil), has been published in each regular and entire
issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof
on the following dates, to-wit:
June 17
ALL IN THE YEAR 2004
I certify (or declare) under penalty of perjury that
the foregoing is true and correct.
Signed at HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
This 17,h day of June, 2004
Proof of Publication of:
CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
Ordinance 04-1241
HC04-014
CITY OF
HERMOSA BEACH
ORDINANCE NO. 04-1241
AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF HER-
MOSA BEACH, CALI-
FORNIA,. AMENdlNG
THE ZONING ORDI-
NANCE, CHAPTER
j 17.04 DEFINITIONS,
AND CHAPTER 17.44
OFF-STREET PARKING,
PERTAINING TO THE
DEFINITION AND PARK-
ING REQUIREMENTS
FOR SNACK SHOPS
The City Council of the City
of Hermosa Beach does
hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION 1 The Planning
Commission held a duly
noticed public hearing on
I February 18, 2003, to con-
sider amending the Zoning
Ordinance definition and
j parking requirements for
j snack shops to more clearly
distinguish snack shops
from restaurants.
SECTION 2 The City
Council held a duly noticed
public hearing on January
27, 2004, to consider the
recommendation of the
Planning Commission to
amend Sections 17.04.050
and' 17.44.030(0) of the
j Zoning Ordinance pertain-
j ing to definition and parking
requirements for snack
shops and referred the mat- ,
ter back to the Planning
Commission for further con-
sideration. The
i Commissio'n, after further
deliberation, did not modify
their original recommenda-
tion. The City Council again
considered the original rec-
ommendation of the
Planning Commission at the
meeting of May 11; 2004
and continued the hearing
to May 25, 2004 and direct-
i ed staff to provide survey
information about the opera-
tions of snack shops in the i
city and in adjacent cities.
Si£I!Q^.Theiubjeci ~
text amendment is exempt
from the requirements of the
California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), pur-
suant to the general rule set
forth in Section 15061(3) of
the CEQA Guidelines, as
there is'no possibility that
these modifications to the
Zoning Ordinance may
have a significant effect on
the environment.
SECTION 4 Based on
the evidence considered at
the public hearing and the
final recommendation of the
j i Planning, Commission after
reconsideration the City
j/ Council hereby ordains that'
the Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code, Title 17-
Zoning, be amended as fol-
lows:
1. Amend Section
17.04.050 Commercial
Land Use Definition to read
as follows:
Snack shop or snackbar
means an establishment
with 25 or less seats that is
distinguished from a restau-
rant as it does not include
waiter/waitress table ser-
vice, except queuing, (inter-
mittent delivery of pur-
chased goods) and does
not serve full meals or have
a kitchen capable of serv-
ing meals but instead
serves snacks or non-alco-
holic beverages for con-
sumption on the premises
or for take-out; specifically,
items such as donuts and
other baked goods, ice
cream, yogurt, cookies, cof-
fee, tea, and juices are con-
sidered snacks."
2. Amend Section
17.44.030(0) to read
as follows:
The parking requirements
for a snack bar and/or
snack shop shall be the
same as that for a restau-
rant, unless it can be shown
to the Planning
Commission that the char-
acteristics of the building; its
location, size and other mit-
igating factors such as limit-
ed service area relative to
gross floor area and limited
seating capacity result in
less parking demand than
for- a restaurant use. In
these cases the Planning
Commission may consider
the retail commercial
requirement for parking,
pursuant to Section-
17.44.210 Parking Plans."
SECTION 12 Prior to the
expiration of fifteen (15)
days after the date of its
adoption, the City Clerk
shall cause the summary to
be published in the £agy
Reader, a weekly newspa-
per of general circulation,
published and circulated in
the City of Hermosa Beach
SECTION 13 The City
Clerk shall certify to the
passage and adoption of
this ordinance, shall enter
the same in the book of
original ordinances of said
city; shall make minutes of
the passage and adoption
thereof in the records of the
proceedings of the City
Council at which the same
is passed and adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED
and ADOPTED
this 8th day of June, 2004
by the following vote:
AYES: Edgerton,Keegan,
Reviczky, Tucker,
Mayor Yoon
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Art Yoon
PRESIDENT of the City
Council and MAYOR of the
City of Hermosa Beach,
California
ATTEST:
Elaine Doerfling
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Jenkins
City Attorney
ER June 3, 2004/HC04-014
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CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
MEMORANDUM
Date: August 18, 2020
To: Honorable Chairman and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning
Commission
From: Nicole Ellis, Associate Planner
Subject: Public Hearing Item 10, Parking Plan 20-3, Parking Plan for a new food
service establishment (Mix it Up Cafe) for the purpose of determining that it’s a
snack shop with characteristics to allow consideration of the retail commercial
requirement for parking at 114 Pier Avenue.
Supplemental Letter Responding to Commissioner Questions
Staff received inquiries from a Planning Commissioner on Monday August 17, 2020, on
the above referenced application and below is staff’s response to those questions.
1.When was the application received?
The application was received July 20, 2020.
2.Is Amigos Taco's a designated snack shop or is it a restaurant?
Although Amigos Tacos may appear to function more like a snack shop, the
Amigos Tacos tenant space (118 Pier Avenue) has historically been occupied by
restaurant tenants and therefore did not require a Parking Plan entitlement for a
snack shop determination in order to operate.
3.How many approved snack shops are currently operating under the 2004
Snack Shop definition?
There are 19 food establishments which were approved under the 2004 snack
shop definition. There is one establishment approved prior to the 2004 snack
shop definition. Please note that this list contains the names of the original snack
shops at time of approval.
Post 2004
1: 53 Pier Avenue, The Baked Bear (PARK 18-1)
2: 1227 Hermosa Avenue, North Shore Poke (PARK 17-1)
3: 227 PCH, Hi-Fi Espresso (PARK 16-5)
4: 1309 Hermosa Avenue—Paradis Ice Cream (PARK 15-2)
5: 53 Pier Avenue, Café Bonaparte - formerly Froyo Life PARK 09-3 (PARK 15-4)
6: 25 Pier Avenue, Scapegoat Coffee, Co. (PARK 14-6)
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7: 243 PCH, Baby G’s Cookies & Ice Cream (PARK 13-3)
8: 1246 Hermosa Avenue, Paradise Bowls (PARK 13-4)
9: 2700 Manhattan Ave, future unknown snack shop use (PARK 13-5)
10: 34 Pier Avenue, California Bear Paws (PARK 12-2)
11: 1120 Hermosa Avenue, Street Tacos Gourmet Taco Stand (PARK 12 -5)
12: 136 Pier Ave, Subway (PARK 10-8)
13: 1100 Pacific Coast Hwy #6, Skinny Mini’s Frozen Yogurt (PARK 09 -6)
14: 238 Pier Avenue, Gum Tree (PARK 08-3)
15: 205 Pier Avenue, future unknown snack shop use (PARK 08 -1)
16: 1200 Pacific Coast Highway #107, cereal café business (PARK 07-7)
17: 1316 Hermosa Avenue, frozen yogurt (PARK 07-9)
18: 900 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pink Berry (PARK 07-4)
19: 1034 Hermosa Avenue, Paciugo gelato (PARK 07-6)
Pre 2004
1. 1303 Hermosa Avenue, Starbucks (PARK 00-3)
4. When we approved ITA Italian Street Food, what kind of kitchen equipment
was proposed by applicant, and what kitchen equipment was ultimately
approved?
On July 17, 2018 the Planning Commission considered and approved a Parking
Plan amendment request to delete the existing condition that prohibits use of an
oven and stove at an existing snack shop with 758 square feet of interior space
and 140 square feet of outdoor dining on a lot zoned C-2 for TA Italian Street
Food, located at 25 Pier Avenue. The staff report provides that “While the HBMC
does not prohibit the use of ovens in a snack shop, it does require that the
kitchen not be capable of serving full meals. The kitchen will not be capable of
serving full meals as equipment will include an electric fryer with a ventless hood
and conveyorized oven.” The establishment implemented/utilized the approved
types of cooking equipment.
https://hermosabeach.legistar1.com/hermosabeach/meetings/2018/7/1173_A_Pl
anning_Commission_18-07-17_Regular_Meeting_Agenda.pdf
5. From the list of snack shops included in your report, which have the
following kitchen equipment?
4 burner stove
flat top grill combo
deep fryer
grill machine or spit grill machine
Type 2 Hood/back shelf ventilator
Each snack shop operation is unique in its operation whether it is days and hours
of operation, staff size, menu offerings, kitchen equipment, and number of tables
and chairs. While one snack shop might provide 25 seats for a yogurt shop and
another snack shop may provide 6 seats for a taco or sandwich shop, the
Planning Commission must determine whether each individual request meets the
City’s code parameters. The application before the Planning Commission at this
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time requires the Commission to find that the application 1: meets the City’s
definition of a “snack shop” and 2: meets the definition of “snack bar/ snack shop
for parking purposes”. Based on staff’s analysis of the application materials and
City code definitions, our recommendation is for the Planning Commission to
approve the request due to consistency with City code definitions. Provided
below is information which may serve as context for the Commission.
1. 25 Pier Avenue, ITA Italian Street Food (2018): electric fryer with a ventless
hood and conveyorized oven;
2. 1227 Hermosa Avenue, North Shore Poke (2017): refrigerator, freezer, rice
cooker, rice warmer, ice maker, and a refrigerated ‘grab and go” case. No
heating elements such as cooktops or ovens were proposed due to components
involving raw fish;
3. 1120 Hermosa Avenue, Street Tacos Gourmet Taco Stand (2012) currently
Poke Bar: heating electric press for tortillas, commercial grade holding units to
heat meats (no hood, fryers or open flame); and
4.136 Pier Ave, Subway (2010): microwaves and heating ovens (no cooktop or
Type 1 range hood).
6. What previously approved snack shop has all of the same kitchen
equipment?
Provided below and attached are descriptions of the operations, kitchens and
menus for Café Bonaparte and Gum Tree which have kitchens and menus with a
variety of food items most similar to the request for Mix It Up Café. Although it
has been common for snack shops to exclude cooking equipment such as an
oven, other approved snack shops such as Gum Tree, Café Bonaparte and
Subway have been approved with allowance of ovens and cooktops and have
shown that allowance of an oven does not always mean the business is a
restaurant. In this case, staff does not believe allowance of a stove or oven will
facilitate a morphing of the business into a full service restaurant.
Gum Tree
The original tentative menu was more extensive than some snack bars and the
business provides a cook top, microwaves and warming ovens. Up to 4
employees operate the snack shop, no more than 25 seats are provided (seating
for 8 persons inside the building and outdoor seating for 12), customers order at
a counter, no wait staff or service is provided and non-alcoholic beverages are
offered. The tentative original menu is attached for reference and shows a variety
of food offerings such as breakfast sandwiches, lunch sandwiches, salads,
soups, sides and desserts.
Café Bonaparte
The snack shop occupies 1,048 sq. ft. (765 back of house operations and 283
sq. ft. of indoor seating area with 8 seats). The outdoor dining area provides 16
seats. Cooking equipment includes a stovetop and oven that require a hood. The
floor plan and tentative original menu is attached for reference and shows a
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variety of food offerings such as omelettes, sandwiches, scrambles, sides and
desserts.
Each snack shop operation is unique in its operation whether it is days and hours
of operation, staff size, menu offerings, kitchen equipment and number of tables
and chairs. While one snack shop might provide heating ovens and microwaves
and another might provide refrigerators and no heating equipment, as shown in
response to question 5 above, the Planning Commission must determine
whether each individual request meets the City’s code parameters. The
application before the Planning Commission at this time is to determine 1: does
the application meet the City’s definition of a “snack shop” and 2: the definition of
“snack bar/ snack shop for parking purposes”. Based on staff’s analysis of the
application materials and City code definitions, our recommendation is for the
Planning Commission to approve the request due to consistency with City code
definitions.
7. What kitchen equipment is missing that would qualify this as a restaurant
kitchen?
The Hermosa Beach Municipal Code does not define a restaurant kitchen and
define what equipment must be present to make a restaurant kitchen. Hermosa
Beach Municipal Code Section 17.04 defines a “restaurant” use as a bona fide
public eating establishment (A) whose primary function is the sale or offering for
sale of prepared food during all hours it is open for business, and (B) that
prepares food on-site in a kitchen capable of refrigerating and preparing food
from its component ingredients.
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section 17.04 defines a "Snack bar or snack
shop" use as an establishment with twenty-five (25) or less seats that is
distinguished from a restaurant as it does not include waiter/waitress table
service, except queuing, (intermittent delivery of purchased goods) and does not
serve full meals or have a kitchen capable of serving meals but instead serves
snacks or nonalcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises or for take -
out; specifically, items such as donuts and other baked goods, ice cream, yogurt,
cookies, coffee, tea and juices are considered snacks.
Although cooking equipment is an important consideration for the Commission,
the scale, function and context of the food preparation space is also an equally
important consideration.
8. Will the applicant's tableware be disposable or reusable?
The tableware will be single-use, disposable, and every attempt will be made to
source products that are environmentally-friendly. In addition, many of the menu
items are designed not to need utensils to further reduce the amount of t rash
generated.
9. Do we have a codified definition of what constitutes a "meal"?
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No, the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code does not specifically define what
constitutes a meal or a “full meal” which is contained in Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code Section 17.04 definition of a "Snack bar or snack shop"
10. Does the language in Section 17.04.030 which states "...specifically, items
such as donuts and other baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, cookies, coffee,
tea and juices are considered snacks" act to prohibit menu items described
as "plates" on the applicant's submittal?
No, Hermosa Beach Municipal Code section 17.04.050 references a definition
and thus does not specifically prohibit “plates” but instead specifically states “an
establishment with twenty-five (25) or less seats that is distinguished from a
restaurant as it does not include waiter/waitress table service, except queuing,
(intermittent delivery of purchased goods) and does not serve full meals or have
a kitchen capable of serving meals but instead serves snacks or nonalcoholic
beverages for consumption on the premises or for take-out; specifically, items
such as donuts and other baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, cookies, coffee, tea
and juices are considered snacks.” There are prior and current examples of
snack shops in the City such as Gum Tree Café, Café Bonaparte, Italian Street
Food, Street Tacos Gourmet Taco Stand, North Shore Poke and Poke Bar which
serve plates. The City’s code definition of snack shop is written more broadly to
allow for changes in how businesses operate and adjust over time while still
ensuring that the intent of the definition is being maintained. Items such as
donuts and other baked goods, ice cream, yogurt, cookies, coffee, tea and juices
do not act as an exhaustive list of what can be served at a snack shop and are
only examples. The intent of the definition is not to necessarily focus on the
specific food item(s); but rather this idea that the retail parking ratio is appropriate
for the use based on the premise that patrons will grab and go and may already
be patronizing the City whereas a restaurant accommodates a larger number of
customers who dine for extended periods which justifies requiring more parking
than a snack shop. Unlike a restaurant, where the purpose is to sit down/be
served, a snack shop is a more casual/dining environment with an emphasis on
quick service of whatever food they may be serving.
Respectfully Submitted by: Nicole Ellis, Associate Planner
Attachments
1. Gum Tree Original Menu
2. Café Bonaparte Original Menu
3. Café Bonaparte floor plan
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Gum Tree Original Menu
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Café Bonaparte Original Menu
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Café Bonaparte floor plan
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City of Hermosa Beach
Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0532
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Extension of time to Planning Entitlement- To extend for one (1) year the expiration date of a
Conditional Use Permit 18-5, and Precise Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map
#82295 for a two-Unit detached residential condominium project at 1602 Loma Drive, and determine
the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Property Owner/ Applicant:1602 Loma, LLC by Kim Komick
3216 Manhattan Avenue
Hermosa Beach CA, 90254
Recommended Action:
To adopt by Minute Order the extension of the expiration date of the Conditional Use Permit 18-5,
Precise Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #82295 for a two-unit attached
residential condominium project by one (1) year, to October 16, 2021.
Background/ Analysis:
An application was filed on July 5, 2018 by the property owner/applicant 1602 Loma, LLC by Kim
Komick, for development of the property at 1602 Loma Drive, seeking approval of Conditional Use
Permit 18-5, Precise Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map #82295 for a two-
unit detached residential condominium project.
The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject
application on October 16, 2018, at which time testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was
presented to and considered by the Planning Commission.
On October 16, 2018, the Planning Commission approved the project as presented subject to
approved plans and conditions of approval contained within PC Resolution 18-29 (attached).
Condition 28 of the current approval states “Approval of these permits shall expire twenty-four (24)
months from the date of approval by the Planning Commission, unless significant construction or
improvements or the use authorized hereby has commenced. One or more extensions of time may
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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 will be provided.”
The applicant outlined events which set them back and lead to the condominium entitlements
ultimately expiring before they could begin construction. The subject property is located within the
Coastal Zone, and thus, a Coastal Development Permit is required by the Coastal Commission in
order to start demolition of the existing dwelling and start construction of the approved project. The
review and eventual approval of by Coastal Commission extended over a year and approval plans
were not received by the City of Hermosa Beach’s Community Development Department until
February 2020. The 15-month review and approval process from the Coastal Commission in turn
created unforeseen hardship to the project and an inability to initiate significant construction or
improvements prior to the entitlements’ expiration date.
Civil Sheets and Low Impact Development Plans were approved by the Public Works Department on
April 17, 2019 and final building plans were approved on March 10, 2020. At this time a demolition
permit has not been issued.
For the reasons listed above, staff recommends the Planning Commission approve by Minute Order
the request to extend the expiration date of October 16, 2020, by one (1) year to October 16, 2021
for a Conditional Use Permit 18-5, Precise Development Plan 18-8, and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map
#82295 for a two-unit attached residential condominium project at 1602 Loma Drive.
Attachments:
1.Planning Commission Resolution 18-29
2.October 16, 2018 Agenda Link
Respectfully Submitted by: Yuritzy Randle, Assistant Planner
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Staff Report
REPORT 20-0529
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle lifts as a method to provide
required parking.
Recommended Action:
1.Provide feedback on the proposed code amendment options.
2.Direct Staff to draft code amendments to be presented at the next Planning Commission
Meeting.
Background:
On February 21, 2017, the Planning Commission approved a parking plan at 260 31st Street, allowing
a proposed parking arrangement, which uses alternative methods, including a mechanical parking lift
and compact sized guest stalls. Although the vehicle lift was initially approved in error by the City and
approved post-construction by the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission did not want to
establish a precedent. The Commission, however, agreed to monitor the 260 31 st Street residence
and use it as a case study for a potential future zoning code amendment.
On February 13, 2020, the Planning Commission received a letter from a resident requesting the
Commission initiate a zoning code amendment to allow vehicle lifts as a mechanism for satisfying
parking requirements. In response, the Planning Commission requested staff agendize the request
so they can discuss its advantages and disadvantages.
On May 19, 2020, Staff presented different types of vehicle lifts, the relevant Hermosa Beach zoning
code sections, and how other cities are addressing vehicle lifts in their city. Staff proposed specific
questions to the Planning Commission for feedback on what the City should and should not regulate.
After discussing the application of vehicle lifts in Hermosa Beach, the Planning Commission agreed
that vehicle lifts should be permitted in all zones (residential, commercial, industrial) however
requested that staff provide further research into which zones or specific lots vehicle lifts should be
allowed in and with what level of ministerial or discretionary review. The Planning Commission also
asked staff to clarify vehicle lifts allowed in setbacks and whether or not a third vehicle should block
the vehicle lift.
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The Planning Commission agreed to initiate a code amendment and approved P.C. Resolution 20-12
initiating an amendment to Title 17, entitled “Zoning” of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code allowing
the use of mechanical vehicle lifts; and determined that the action was exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
On July 21, 2020, the Planning Commission voted to continue this item until the August 18, 2020
Planning Commission meeting. This report summarizes additional research requested by the
Planning Commission and proposes code amendment options for the Planning Commission to
consider and give feedback on.
Analysis:
Vehicle Lifts in other Cities
In following up with the Planning Commission’s request for more research, Staff investigated
additional cities, in addition to the eight Los Angeles-area cities that were previously surveyed, and
their approach to regulating vehicle lifts.
Other cities have taken different approaches to regulating vehicle lifts counting towards parking
minimums. While some cities have chosen to codify language to explicitly allow vehicle lifts to count
towards parking minimums, other cities have taken a more hands-off approach and allowed vehicle
lifts by-right. For example, in the City of Newport Beach, the municipal code does not mention the
use of vehicle lifts however, as long as the vehicle lift does not encroach into the minimum required
garage space, lifts are allowed.
Other cities have chosen to codify language allowing lifts in specific zones. In 2012, The City of
Bellflower engaged in a pilot program that allowed vehicle lifts in their R-3 Multiple Residential Zone
with the understanding that the City chose not to amend the code and that these structures would
become legal nonconforming structures. Finding the program successful, in 2015, the City adopted a
text amendment that codified the use of vehicle lifts, specifically in the R-3 Zone. Bellflower Municipal
Code Subsection 17.32.130 (D) Vehicle Lifts and Similar Parking Systems regulates screening,
setbacks, maintenance, and location of lifts.
The City of El Segundo, previously discussed at the May 19, 2020 Planning Commission meeting,
allows lifts in their R-1 (all lots) and R-2 Zones (on lots less than 45 feet in width). The City sets
minimum parking space interior dimensions, minimum vertical height clearance, and types of lifts (4-
post, key locking mechanism and automatic shutoff safety device only). In order to count toward
parking minimums, a conditional use permit is required.
Recommendations
At the May 19, 2020 Planning Commission meeting, staff proposed questions to the Commission
regarding what the City should regulate. Based on the issues brought up during that discussion, Staff
researched best practices and presents the following options for consideration:
1)Issue:Zones Allowed. Planning Commission discussed and agreed that vehicle lifts should be
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allowed in all zones (residential, commercial, and industrial). However, some Commissioners
were concerned that installing vehicle lifts may increase the density of residential zones (see
density discussion in Issue #2 below).
Staff has received feedback from residents struggling to meet parking requirements on smaller
lots in the City. To address this concern, the Planning Commission could consider allowing vehicle
lifts by-right in all residential zones, by-right on lots equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet, or
eliminating the required third guest space for lots equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet. Staff
recommends looking at vehicle lifts in commercial and industrial zones through the required
Parking Plan.
An alternative to allowing vehicle lifts by right in all zones would be to only allow the lift by-right on
residential lots equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet. Attachment 3 maps lots in Hermosa
Beach that are equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet. Out of 7,140 total lots in the City, only
534 (0.07%) are equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet.
Option A: Vehicle lifts are allowed by-right in all residential zones and with a parking plan in
commercial and industrial zones.
or
Option B: Vehicle lifts and similar parking systems are allowed by-right on residential lots
equal to or smaller than 2,100 square feet. For all other zones, vehicle lifts are allowed with
approval of a Parking Plan.
2)Issue:Density vs Floor Area. The Planning Commission also brought up concerns about
allowing vehicle lifts to increase density on a lot. The General Plan defines density as “the number
of permanent residential dwelling units (d.u.) per acre of land,” and not by floor area. The
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code does not distinguish between number of bedrooms and the
number of parking spaces required. For example, an eight-bedroom single-family residence
requires the same amount of parking (two standard parking spaces plus one guest parking space)
as a one-bedroom single-family residence.
While vehicle lifts allow for more vehicles to park in a smaller area, there are vertical clearance
concerns with the mechanics of the lift that must be addressed.
One way to ensure that a residence is not using the vehicle lift to increase their building floor area
would be to set a vertical clearance minimum. However, Staff notes that this approach may be
counterintuitive to helping facilitate development on smaller lots. In researching typical vertical
clearance required for installing a vehicle lift, staff found that the manufactures only required 6 to
8 feet in vertical clearance (See Attachment 4). Staff recommends the Commission consider a
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minimum vertical clearance height of 11 to 14 feet to ensure enough space for the lift. This would
result in a partial/half story on the level above the lift thereby reducing additional floor area above.
For reference, the approved vehicle lift at 260 31st St maintains a vertical clearance of 12’6”.
Another concern is that vehicle lifts will be used to increase density in existing nonconforming
buildings. Staff is recommending that Commissioners consider not allowing vehicle lifts on lots
with nonconforming uses/densities.
Option A: A vehicle lift may only be used to store two vehicles vertically where a minimum
vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the garage is a minimum of
fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
or
Option B: (LEAVE CURRENT STANDARD) No entranceway for vehicular access to any
garage shall be less than eight feet wide. No such entranceway shall have less than six feet
eight inches vertical clearance.
And/or
Option C: In existing legal nonconforming parking facilities where fewer parking spaces are
provided than that required by the HBMC, the number of at-grade parking spaces shall not be
reduced.
3)Issue:Location/Screening. The Planning Commission agreed that vehicle lifts should be
located fully within a garage however had questions if a subterranean lift (a lift that would be built
below grade in the driveway) should be allowed in a required setback. Staff recommends
requiring that lifts be fully located within a garage and prohibiting lifts in required setbacks.
Option A: Vehicle lifts must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
And
Option B:Vehicle lifts shall not be located in any front-yard or street-facing side-yard setback.
4)Issue:Staging.The Planning Commission offered some concern over whether a third vehicle
(in the driveway) can block the vehicle lift. Staff recommends no action and to consider the third
vehicle behind the lift to be in tandem. Requiring that the lift not be blocked by a third vehicle could
create more hardships on building on a small lot.
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Option A: No action and consider the third vehicle behind the lift as tandem.
Or
Option B:Vehicle lifts shall remain accessible at all times and at any time shall not be
blocked.
Summary:
Due to the unique lot configurations that exist in Hermosa Beach, finding unique solutions to
providing parking on-site would be beneficial. Staff asks Planning Commission for feedback on
proposed code sections and to direct Staff to come back with proposed code amendments at the
next Planning Commission meeting.
Attachments:
1.Staff Report May 19, 2020
2.Planning Commission Resolution 20-12
3.Residential Parcels Equal to or Less than 2,100 square feet
4.Types of Vehicle Lifts (Photos)
5.Mechanics for a Single-Post Parking System
6.Mechanics for a Subterranean Vehicle Lift
Respectfully Submitted by: Melanie Emas, Assistant Planner
Concur: Nicole Ellis, Associate Planner
Approved By: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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Staff Report
City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of May 19, 2020
Initiation of a Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle lifts as a method
to provide required parking.
Recommended Action:
Initiate a Text Amendment that would allow mechanical vehicle lifts as a method of providing required
parking and determine that this action is categorically exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA).
Background:
On February 21, 2017, the Planning Commission approved a parking plan at 260 31st Street, allowing
a proposed parking arrangement, which uses alternative methods, including a mechanical parking lift
and compact sized guest stalls. Although the vehicle lift was initially approved in error by the City and
approved post-construction by the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission did not want to
establish a precedent. The Commission, however, agreed to monitor the 260 31 st Street residence
and use it as a case study for a potential future zoning code amendment.
On February 13, 2020, the Planning Commission received a letter from a resident requesting the
Commission initiate a zoning code amendment to allow vehicle lifts as a mechanism for satisfying
parking requirements. In response, the Planning Commission requested staff agendize the request
so they can discuss its advantages and disadvantages.
Analysis:
Vehicle Lifts
A vehicle lift is a mechanical system that hydraulically lifts vehicles to make space available to park
other vehicles in a vertical tandem approach. There are several types of vehicle lifts that could be
utilized; however, a text amendment would be needed to address potential concerns. A discussion of
the pertinent vehicle lift types is as follows:
Above grade.Vehicle lifts located within the garage, above grade, are the most common type in a
residential setting (see figure 1). Above grade vehicle lifts raise one car allowing one car to be parked
on top another parked car. There are several types of above grade vehicle lifts including single-post
(see figure 2), two-post (see figure 3), and four-post systems (see figure 4).
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Figure 1: Example of a vehicle lift located in a garage, above grade.
Figure 2. Example of a single-post platform rise.
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Figure 3: Example of a two-post lift system with a platform rise.
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Figure 4: Example of a four-post lift system with a platform rise.
Figure 5. Subterranean parking in the driveway vs within a garage.
Subterranean. Subterranean vehicle lifts (see figure 5) lower cars below grade making room for a
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car to park above. This type of vehicle lift less common, as it typically requires excavation to
accommodate the below grade storage pit. Staff notes that subterranean vehicle lifts may not be
suitable in certain parts of Hermosa Beach given the topography and ground water levels. In addition
the structural and mechanical components involved would potentially encroach into required yards.
Existing Municipal Code
Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Title 17 (Zoning Code) does not specifically prohibit the use
of vehicle lifts in residential uses; however, vehicle lifts do not count toward meeting the parking
requirements. A discussion of the pertinent zoning code sections is as follows:
·HBMC Section 17.44.020 <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/> (Off-street
parking-residential uses), a one-family dwelling requires two off-street parking spaces, plus
one off-street guest parking space.
·HBMC Section 17.44.100 <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/> (Size of
spaces) provides minimum parking dimensions and locational requirements, including allowing
tandem parking. Notwithstanding this, the HBMC defines tandem parking as “one automobile
parked after or behind another in a lengthwise fashion,” which effectively prevents vehicle lift
as being utilized as tandem parking even though the essentially acts as such.
·HBMC Section 17.44.100(B)(1) <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/>
states, “In residential zones, guest parking spaces located in tandem behind a required
parking space shall have a minimum length of seventeen (17) feet.” The concern is that
vehicle lifts in the driveway would be considered an encroachment in the required front yard.
·HBMC Section 17.44.110(B) <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/> states,
“…in no case may one guest space be located behind another guest space.” Under this
requirement, vehicle lift could not be considered for guest parking. The concern is that multiple
cars could create an additional staging delay. This becomes an issue in Hermosa Beach due
to the narrow alleys and roads. Moving cars in and out of parking spaces can result in a
temporary blocking of the roads. The current definition of tandem considers the staging time of
moving one car out of the way for another. If one guest space is to block two standard spaces
in a vehicle lift, there are three cars stacked behind one another. This could cause additional
delays with moving around three vehicles to get the top vehicle out.
·HBMC Subsection 17.44.090(D), <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/>
states “residential parking is allowed within the front (20) feet only when paved and leading to
a garage.” Subterranean vehicle lifts in the driveway would be considered an encroachment
into the front yard and may not qualify under this provision.
·HBMC Subsection 17.44.120(D) <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/>
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states, “No driveway providing access to any off-street parking space or garage shall have a
slope greater than twenty (20) percent; provided, that any ramp slope in excess of twelve and
one-half (12-1/2) percent includes transitions on each side with a minimum length of eight (8)
feet and a maximum slope of one- half (1/2) the maximum ramp slope, in accordance with the
driveway grade standards set forth below [graphic not shown here]; further, any area used for
guest parking shall have a maximum slope of twelve and one-half (12-1/2) percent.” The text
amendment should consider if a maximum driveway slope should be implemented if
subterranean lifts are allowed.
·HBMC Section 17.44.150 <https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/HermosaBeach/> states, “
Underground parking facilities shall conform to all the provisions of this chapter; provided
however, that underground parking facilities may be located in the side, front and rear yards
which are completely below existing ground level. However, in the side yards and rear yards
not abutting a street, the grade may be raised an average of three feet with a maximum of six
feet above the existing grade, provided both side yards are provided with cement stops in
order not to obstruct any pedestrian way. No portion of such facility shall have less than seven
feet inside vertical clearance, except doorways may be six feet eight inches.”
Survey of other cities
Eight Los Angeles-area cities were surveyed to current planning practices in deployment of
mechanical vehicle lifts as a method of providing required parking. Surveys were conducted of
Beverly Hills, El Segundo, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Santa Monica, Torrance,
West Hollywood. A summary table and notable excerpts from the relevant codes are attached as
Attachments 1 and 2 and summarized below.
The City of Los Angeles allows the stacking of two or more vehicles in all zones and requires the
equipment meet applicable mechanical and electrical code requirements.
The City of West Hollywood allows vehicle lifts to count towards parking minimums in all zones, with
approval of a parking plan. West Hollywood is unique in that the City also allows for vehicle lifts in
non-residential zones, with approval of a parking plan and a designated valet attendant. Most cities to
do specifically address the issue of a third car blocking the lift, West Hollywood specifies “no
additional vehicle(s) shall park so as to limit access to the lift” for both residential and non-residential
uses.
The City of El Segundo only allows lifts in certain residential zones, to provide parking in excess of
the minimum number of required parking spaces. In order to count toward parking minimums, a
conditional use permit is required. The City goes further to limit vehicle lift uses to lots less than 45 ft
in width.
Case Study
As previously noted in this report, the Planning Commission approved a vehicle lift at 260 31 st Street.
The lift was installed in 2017 and is currently be used by the homeowner.
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Figure 6: Rendering of the design for 260 31st St.
The vehicle lift is located within the garage and is contained to a 20’ by 10’-6” parking stall dimension.
The roll up garage door provides additional overhead space for the vehicle lift. The type of vehicle lift
(BendPack Model: PL
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7000XR)is a freestanding dual column parking lift with a wide deck platform.
The dimension of the lift is 10’-9” in overall height and 15’ in length. There is an overhead power with
a 220-voltage motor that controls the 30-second hydraulic lift operation. The model also includes an
automatic safety lock that prevents unwanted accidents.
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Figure 7: Vehicle lift as-built for 260 31st St.
Under the Resolution 17-5 approved for 260 31st St, the Planning Commission approved Parking
Plan 17-2 subject to a covenant assuring that a mechanical parking lift will be installed and
maintained and fully operable for the life of the building, and that the 30-foot wide by 9-foot deep
parking apron adjacent to the alley accommodate two angled, compact-sized guest stalls.
The Planning Commission found that the practical effect of stacked tandem parking is no different
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than the effect of lengthwise tandem parking. In either situation, the users of the parking spaces have
to manage the sequencing of their trips with their cars to avoid shuffling. If shuffling the cars is
needed in either case it causes delays and possible temporary obstruction of the alley. Based on the
specifications for the lift in question, there would be a 30-second delay for the lift to operate which
may cause only a slightly longer delay than shuffling cars parked lengthwise.
Since the lift was installed in 2017, the City has not received any complaints, including noise
complaints, regarding its operation.
Further Issues to Consider:
Should the Planning Commission determine to initiate a code amendment, staff would conduct a
further analysis of current planning practices, potential issues with allowing vehicle lifts, and draft
code language. Staff would then return in a duly noticed public hearing for the Planning Commission
to consider potential changes to the zoning code.
Some additional items that the Planning Commission should consider and provide staff direction on
include:
1.What type of vehicle lifts should be allowed? Should the City allow above grade,
subterranean, or both?
2.Should a subterranean lift and associated structural/mechanical equipment be allowed
in a required yard consistent with allowances for underground parking facilities?
3.Should lifts be fully enclosed within a garage?
4.Whether or not a third vehicle (in the driveway) can block the lift?
5.Whether or not a lift should be allowed if the entry to the garage is off an alley to
prevent multiple car staging?
6.Should there be a maximum lot size or width for allowing a lift to satisfy parking
requirements?
7.What zoning districts should vehicle lifts be allowed in?
8.Should lifts be allowed in conjunction with a single-family residential project only or for
all residential projects regardless of zone?
Environmental Determination:
Initiation of the code amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3), the common sense exemption that states CEQA
applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. It
can be seen with certainty that initiating the code amendment will not have a significant effect on the
environment.
This action is further exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guideline Section 15262, feasibility or planning
studies. This action will authorize City staff to study and analyze a code amendment, which will be
brought back to the Planning Commission for a possible future action.
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General Plan Consistency:
This report and associated recommendation have been evaluated for their consistency with the City’s
General Plan. Relevant Policies are listed below:
PLAN Hermosa encourages “a parking system that meets the parking needs and demand of
residents, visitors, and employees in an efficient and cost-effective manner” (Mobility, Goal 4). While
vehicle lifts are not specifically mentioned in this Goal, that plan does say that innovative parking
supply solutions will be used to meet the parking demand in the City.
The Pacific Coast Highway Corridor’s is the only section of the Plan that specifically mentions vehicle
lifts as means for easing parking demand in the City. Policy 6.8 (Balance pedestrian and vehicular
circulation) requires new development along corridors to “encourage the use of systems to increase
parking lot efficiency, such as mechanical lift systems or occupancy sensors.” Parking guidelines in
residential portions do not have such requirements. However, the General Plan encourages off-street
residential parking to be oriented toward the alley to reduce curb cuts and disruptions to the
pedestrian realm. Limited curb cuts are an effective way to ensure on-street parking is available.
Summary:
Due to the unique lot configurations that exist in Hermosa Beach, finding unique solutions to
providing parking on-site would be beneficial. Staff recommends the Commission initiate a zoning
code text amendment to allow vehicle lifts to count toward parking minimums.
Attachments:
1.Examples from Cities that Allow Vehicle Lifts for Additional Uses
2.Summary Table of Other Cities
3.Link to 260 31st Street Demonstration Video <https://vimeo.com/391354180>
4.Supplemental - Draft PC Resolution Text Amendment Initiation, added 5-19-20
Respectfully Submitted by: Melanie Emas, Assistant Planner
Concurred By: David Blumenthal, AICP, Senior Planner
Approved By: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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Figure 1: Example of a vehicle lift located in a garage, above grade.
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Figure 3: Example of a two-post lift system with a platform rise.
Figure 2. Example of a single-post platform rise.
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16”16”32”
16”10”
min. 7”
20”
Clearance height
to be compliant
with local
regulations
Minimum 10' horizontal
(max. 3% descent or
10% ascent) driveway
to parking space
209" up to 214"
H
(Table 1)
B
(Table 1)
2
4
5
6
3
FREE SPACE1 1
A
(Table 1)
1-2% SLOPE
FIG.2
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Free spaces for any connections performed by the
customer:
– please ask Harding Steel for the dimension sheets
Recommended drainage channels:
– 3" x 2" lateral drainage channel at the front of the pit
– in case of installation of a sump pump, it is
necessary to comply with the drainage pit
dimensions specified by the pump manufacturer
A pit length of 213” is recommended. This will allow
for increased safety clearances and distances in the
event of future changes in vehicle length.
With an increase in headroom available,
correspondingly taller cars will be able to park
on the upper platform.
1
3
2
4
Height and Length Dimensions
(underground car park)
Dimensions
n all dimensions specified are the minimum, finished dimensions
n tolerances must be taken into consideration
n all dimensions are given in inches
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TABLE 1
UPPER LEVEL VEHICLE LOWER LEVEL DISTANCE
H (MINIMUM) A (+1' / -0) B (+1' / -0) HEIGHT (MINIMUM) VEHICLE HEIGHT BETWEEN PLATFORMS
TYPE FT INCHES FT INCHES FT INCHES FT INCHES FT INCHES FT INCHES
450-170 10 6 5 6-15/16 5 4-15/16 4 11-1/16 4 11-1/16 5 1
450-175 10 7-15/16 5 8-7/8 5 6-15/16 4 11-1/16 5 1 5 3
10 9-15/16 5 8-7/8 5 6-15/16 5 1 5 1 5 3
450-180 10 9-15/16 5 10-7/8 5 8-7/8 4 11-1/16 5 3 5 4-15/16
11 1-7/8 5 10-7/8 5 8-7/8 5 3 5 3 5 4-15/16
450-185 10 11-7/8 6 13/16 5 10-7/8 4 11-1/16 5 4-15/16 5 6-15/16
11 5-13/16 6 13/16 5 10-7/8 5 4-15/16 5 4-15/16 5 6-15/16
450-190 11 1-7/8 6 2-13/16 6 13/16 4 11-1/16 5 6-15/16 5 8-7/8
11 9-3/4 6 2-13/16 6 13/16 5 6-15/16 5 6-15/16 5 8-7/8
450-195 11 3-13/16 6 4-3/4 6 2-13/16 4 11-1/16 5 8-7/8 5 10-7/8
12 1-11/16 6 4-3/4 6 2-13/16 5 8-7/8 5 8-7/8 5 10-7/8
450-200 11 5-13/16 6 6-3/4 6 4-3/4 4 11-1/16 5 10-7/8 6 13/16
12 5-5/8 6 6-3/4 6 4-3/4 5 10-7/8 5 10-7/8 6 13/16
H = Height from top of pit to underside of ceiling
A = Pit depth at the front of the pit
B = Pit depth at the back of the pit
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WIDTH DIMENSIONS (UNDERGROUND CAR PARK)
INTERMEDIATE WALLS
Single Unit
(2 CARS)
B
S
Double Unit
(4 CARS)
B
D
Combined Unit
(6 CARS)
B
SD
The driving aisle width must
comply with local regulations.
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B PLATFORM WIDTH
8' 6-1/2" 7' 6-1/2"
8' 10" 7' 10/1/2"
9' 2" 8' 2-1/2"
9' 6" 8' 6-1/2"
9' 10" 8' 10"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B PLATFORM WIDTH
16' 15' 1"
16' 9" 15' 9"
17' 4-1/2" 16' 5"
18' 1/2" 17' 1"
18' 8-1/2" 17' 8-1/2"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B PLATFORM WIDTH
24' 7-1/2" 15' + 7' 6-1/2"
25' 7" 15' 9" + 7' 10-1/2"
26' 7" 16' 5" + 8' 2-1/2"
27' 7" 17' 1" + 8' 6-1/2"
28' 6-1/2" 17' 8-1/2" + 8' 10"
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WIDTH DIMENSIONS (UNDERGROUND CAR PARK)
COLUMNS EXTERNAL TO THE PIT
Single Unit
(2 CARS)
B B1
MIN.8”
S S
Double Unit
(4 CARS)
B1B
DD
MIN.8”
Combined Unit
(6 CARS)
B1
The driving aisle width must comply with local regulations.
B
D SSD
MIN.8”
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
8' 2-1/2" 7' 10-1/2" 7' 6-1/2"
8' 6-1/2" 8' 2-1/2" 7' 10-1/2"
8' 10" 8' 6-1/2" 8' 2-1/2"
9' 2" 8' 10" 8' 6-1/2"
9' 6" 9' 2" 8' 10"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
15' 9" 15' 5" 15' 1"
16' 5" 16' 1" 15' 9"
17' 3/4" 16' 9" 16' 5"
17' 8-1/2" 17' 5" 17' 3/4"
18' 1/2" 18' 1/2" 17' 8-1/2"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
24' 3-1/2" 23' 11-1/2" 15' 1" + 7' 8-1/2"
25' 3" 24' 11" 15' 9" + 7' 10-1/2"
26' 3" 25' 11" 16' 5" + 8' 2-1/2"
27' 3" 26' 11" 17' 3/4" + 8' 6-1/2"
28' 2-1/2" 27' 10-1/2" 17' 8-1/2" + 8' 10"
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WIDTH DIMENSIONS (UNDERGROUND CAR PARK)
COLUMNS IN THE PIT
Single Unit
(2 CARS)
B B1
MAX. 12”
MAX. 56”
MIN.6”
S S
Double Unit
(4 CARS)
B1B
DD
MIN.6”
MAX. 12”
MAX. 56”
Combined Unit
(6 CARS)
B1
The driving aisle width must comply with local regulations.
B
D SSD
MIN.6”
MAX. 12”
MAX. 56”
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
8' 4-1/2" 8' 1/2" 7' 6-1/2"
8' 8-1/2" 8' 4-1/2" 7' 10-1/2"
9' 8' 8-1/2" 8' 2-1/2"
9' 4-1/2" 9' 8' 6-1/2"
9' 8" 9' 4-1/2" 8' 10"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
15' 11" 15' 7" 15' 1"
16' 7" 16' 3" 15' 9"
17' 2-1/2" 16' 11" 16' 5"
17' 6-1/2" 17' 6-1/2" 17' 1"
18' 10" 18' 6-1/2" 7' 6-1/2"
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1 PLATFORM WIDTH
24' 5-1/2" 24' 1-1/2" 15' 1" + 7' 6-1/2"
25' 5" 25' 1" 15' 9" + 7' 10-1/2"
26' 5" 26' 1" 16' 5" + 8' 2-1/2"
27' 5" 27' 1" 17' 1" + 8' 6-1/2"
28' 4-1/2" 28' 1/2" 17' 8-1/2" + 8' 10"
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WIDTH DIMENSIONS (UNDERGROUND CAR PARK)
GARAGES WITH DOORS
Single Unit
(2 CARS)
B1
X
B
S
6”6”
Double Unit
(4 CARS)
B1
X
B
6”6”
D
Garage Rows with Single Doors
(2 CARS EACH)
B1
X
B1 B1
B B B
S S S
12”12”12”6”
Garage Rows with Double Doors
(4 CARS EACH)
B1
X
B1
B B B B
12”12”6”
D D
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1* PLATFORM WIDTH
8' 6-1/2" 7' 6-1/2" 7' 6-1/2"
8' 10-1/2" 7' 10-1/2" 7' 10-1/2"
9' 2-1/2" 8' 2-1/2" 8' 2-1/2"
9' 6" 8' 6-1/2" 8' 6-1/2"
9' 10" 8' 10-1/2" 8' 10-1/2"
X = 4" - 6' for roller shutters
Dimension X to be defined by customer with the door supplied
*B1 =drive-in passenger width
SPACE REQUIREMENTS CLEAR
B B1* PLATFORM WIDTH
16' 1" 15' 1" 15' 1"
16' 9" 15' 9" 15' 9"
17' 4-1/2" 16' 5" 16' 5"
18' 1/2" 17' 3/4" 17' 3/4"
18' 8-1/2" 17' 8-1/2" 17' 8-1/2"
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WIDTH FOR BASEMENT GARAGE (CONTINUED)
COLUMNS OUTSIDE PIT
Single
Platform (EB)
B4 B5MIN.8”
EB EB
Double
Platform (DB)
B5B4MIN.8”
DBDB
Single and Double
Platform (EB + DB)
B3
Carriageway in accordance with local regulations
B2MIN.8”
DBEBEBDB
USABLE PLATFORM WIDTH B4 B5
7' 7" (230cm)* 8' 3" 7' 11"
7' 11" (240cm) 8' 6" 8' 2"
8' 3" (250cm) 8' 10" 8' 6"
8' 6" (260cm) 9' 2" 8' 10"
8' 10" (270cm) 9' 6" 9' 2"
*Standard width (parking space width 7' 7")
USABLE PLATFORM WIDTH B4 B5
15' 1"* 15' 9" 15' 5"
15'5" 16' 1" 15' 9"
15' 9" 16' 5" 16' 1"
16' 1" 16' 9" 16' 5"
16' 5" 17' 1" 16' 9"
USABLE PLATFORM WIDTH B4 B5
7' 7" + 15' 1"* 24' 3" 23' 11"
7' 11" + 15'5" 24' 11" 24' 7"
8' 3" + 15' 9" 25' 7" 25' 3"
8' 6" + 16' 1" 26' 3" 25' 11"
8' 10" + 16' 5" 26' 11" 26' 7"
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STATIC CALCULATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION WORKS REQUIREMENTS
Clear platformwidth+6”
Safety markingcompliant toISO 3864
P3 P3
P1 P1
P4 P4
P2 P2
SINGLE UNIT
Clear platformwidth + 6”
P3 P3
P1 P1
P4 P4
P2 P2
DOUBLE UNIT
~6' 6-1/2”
~15' 9”
A
BP4
P1
P2
P2
P3
P1 + 80 kN*
– 30 kN
P2 + 4kN
– 4kN
P3 + 30 kN
P4 + 3kN
P1 + 45 kN*
– 15 kN
P2 + 4kN
– 4kN
P3 + 17 kN
P4 + 3kN
*Specified load bearing data includes the vehicle weight
PREMIUM TYPE A B
Parklift 450-205 8" –
Parklift 450-210 6" –
Parklift 450-215 4" –
Parklift 450-220 2" –
Parklift 450-225 0" 0
Parklift 450-230 2" 5
Parklift 450-235 4" 10
Parklift 450-240 6" 15
STANDARD TYPE A B
Parklift 450-170 – 0"
Parklift 450-175 – 2"
Parklift 450-185 – 6"
Parklift 450-180 – 4"
Parklift 450-190 – 8"
Parklift 450-195 – 10"
Parklift 450-200 – 12"
Fixing of the system frames to the
floor slab:
– using adhesive anchor bolts
– hole depth to 4-6"
– concrete thickness of at least 7"
Concrete quality grade:
– compliant to the static requirements
of the construction
Walls:
– front drive-in wall and rear wall in concrete
– perfectly flat wall surfaces
– without protruding sections such as
border edgings, pipes and tubes, etc.
Frame bearing points:
– the specified lengths are expressed as
mean value
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SCOPE OF APPLICATION
n suitable for residential buildings, office buildings and business premises, hotels
n only for long-term users that have been instructed on how to use the system
n for frequently changing users (e.g. for office, hotel and business premises or similar):
– only parking on top platform
– performance of technical system adjustments is necessary
– consultation with WÖHR is mandatory
NOISE PROTECTION
Basis is the German DIN 4109 “Noise protection in buildings”.
With the following conditions required 30 dB (A) in rooms can be provided:
n noise protection package from our accessory
n insulation figure of the construction of min. R’w = 57dB
n walls which are bordering the parking systems must be done as single wall
n solid ceiling above the parking systems
At differing constructional conditions additional sound absorbing measures are to be
provided by the customer.
The best results are reached by separated sole plates from the construction.
Increased noise protection:
If increased noise protection must be provided planning has to be confirmed on a project
basis by WÖHR.
DRAINAGE
RECOMMENDED DRAINAGE CHANNELS:
n along the front end sections of the pit
n connecting to a floor drain or drainage pit
n with manual emptying out of the drainage pit
n alternatively installation of a pump or drainage channel into the sewerage system,
to be performed by the customer
SIDEWAYS SLOPE DRAINAGE:
n only into a gutter
n not possible in the remaining pit section
Lengthways slope drainage:
n provided according to specified construction dimensions
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY:
n coating of the pit flooring is recommended
n installation of an oil and/or petrol separator unit between the drainage connection and
the main sewerage system is recommended
LIGHTING
n sufficient lighting of the driving aisle and of the parking places must be performed by
the customer
TEMPERATURE
n system operating range: 14° F - 104° F (with unloaded platforms lowering speed is
reduced if less than +5° C)
n humidity: 50% @ 104° F
n in the event of changes to system conditions please consult with Harding Steel.
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GENERAL INTENDED USE
n These systems are designed to be operated by residents, owners, and employees
trained how to operated the system safely. These systems are designed to allow inde-
pendent access to all vehicles.
n The public is not permitted to park on this equipment without the services of a valet or
full time attendant
OPERATION PROTOCOL
n The Parklift 450 systems can only be operated with a key to engergize the system.
Simple up/down controls are then used to lift or lower the platforms.
n Optional changes to this basic operation could include the addition of safety gates. In
the projects where gates are utilized, the gates must be in the closed (down) position
in order to operate the lift.
KEYS AND SPACE COORDINATION
n Each space will come with 2 keys for the operator station. Key management is the
responsibility of building maintenance and management
n Space coordination will be based on vehicle type and dimension. Spaces must be as-
signed according to these parameters.
SPRINKLERS
n Sprinkler heads should be mounted at each level of travel indicated by machine type.
These sprinklers should also be able to cover all spaces depending on specified
machinery.
n Sprinklers should be mounted to the back walls of the parking area
VENTILATION
n Additional ventilation may be required above an beyond standard parking facility code
requirements. Please check with local authorities to verify ventilation requirements.
SERVICE
n Service should only be performed by a Harding Steel authorized service provider in
your area. Please contact Harding Steel for the contact information of the provider
nearest you.
n This equipment should be maintained at least twice per year to continue optimal op-
eration
INSPECTIONS
n Third party inspections and evaluations may be required for final approval of all prod-
ucts offered by Harding Steel. Payment for these services are the responsibility of the
owner. Harding Steel coordinate these projects.
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HARDING STEEL PROVIDES:
n Material
n Controls and wiring
n Installation Labor and Equipment
n Hydraulic Power Units
n Interconnections between lifts and power units
n Safety gates if required (additional charge)
n Shop Drawings
n Design Assistance
n Seismic/Structural calculations and certifications
n Approval assistance (documentation)
n Site inspections and trade coordination
n 1 year of service and support (no charge)
CUSTOMER PROVIDES:
n Required quantity of 208V 3 phase 40 amp service terminated to standard shut off
boxes
n Pit completed to manufacturer specifications
n Garage/Pit lighting
n Safety gates/barriers as required to secure the machines during operation
n Ventilation as required by local authorities
n Sprinklers in accordance with local authorities
n All Pit drainage and sump systems
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SCOPE OF WORK
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FEATURES
n Available in two, three, and four bay custom configured systems
n Uniquely configured to each individual garage
GENERAL SPECS
Structure ...................................................................................................................Steel
Platforms ................................................................................................Galvanized Steel
Drive System ......................................................................................................Hydraulic
Locks ...........................................................................................Electronic Safety Locks
Limit Switches ............................................................................UL Approved Honeywell
Hoses and Valves ....................................................................Parker/Airline Fluid Control
Power .............................................................................................208V 3 Phase 40 Amp
Motor HP .......................................................................................................7hp or 10hp
Infrared Safety Lights ..........................................................................................Standard
Manual Lowering ................................................................................................Standard
Manual Lifting (emergency) ............................................................................Hand Pump
Safety Gates .....................................................................................Optional (as needed)
Min. Ceiling Requirement .........................................................................................10' 6"
Max Vehicle Weight ...........................................................................................5,720 lbs.
Warranty .............................................................................................1 year full warranty
Service ......................................................................................................1 year included
Extended Warranty ...............................................................Available from Harding Steel
WARRANTY
Harding Steel has a standard 1 year full parts and labor warranty, 2 years (nonelectrical)
parts only, 5 years of structural warranty coverage.
SAFETY
n Key-operated control switch for security and safety
n Hydraulic velocity fuses on all cylinders
n Automatic shut-off if operator releases the key-switch
n Structure certified for seismic and wind loads
n Integrated anti-fall safety system
n Manually operated lock releases
n All platforms configured with wheel stops and centering guides
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: Why ever not?! In a cramped little town like ours car lifts seem like a no-brainer.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: I support the zoning amendment. Parking has long been an issue for growth. Long
term we will not need as much parking as technology encourages car sharing etc. However, now
and for the next 5-10 years there will continue to be a parking issues. Its not a long enough time
period that the city should or is willing to create additional parking structures. Parking lifts in the
commercial areas are a great short-medium term response to Hermosa's parking issues. I would
like that zoning amendment to extend to the commercial zones as well as a much needed
solution to employee parking. Currently many buildings parking is taken up by employee use
which leaves visitors/customers with either lot parking (insufficient availability) or street parking
(insufficient availability). Since employees are at the business all day generally, if they can park
in a lift, then customers could more utilize the space behind the buildings.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: Itilization or employment of a car lift to increase parking capacity on private property,
and lightening the impacted public parking situation makes perfect sense. The tecnhology is
available to do so with minimal to no impact on neighbors, other than the improvement of
proximate public parking that will benefit all within the vicinity. Thanks to those willing to
undertake the additional personal expense to improve the environment for the community in
total.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: We park in Hermosa at least 3x/week to shop in stores, play in the parks and eat at
the restaurants in the area. We are constantly struggling to find parking and the use of lifts would
really help alleviate this problem. There are so many resident cars on the streets now (especially
with everyone working from home), it has become more and more difficult and often very
frustrating to find parking. This seems like an easy and smart fix to what has become a
challenging problem.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: I am not a Hermosa Beach resident, but I live in Manhattan Beach (tree section). I
recently saw this item on the docket for discussion and quite frankly I am perplexed as to why
there is even a debate around these mechanical lifts. These lift systems are a perfect solution to
one of the most annoying issues we face in the South Bay, PARKING. Lack of adequate parking
is a drag on accessing our beaches and more importantly is a drag on the economy for our local
businesses. These lifts are safe, quiet and help residents do their part to bring another form of
technology to help solve a very real problem. I would encourage you to keep an open mind and
do the right thing. This really shouldn't be controversial.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: I heartily support hydraulic lift parking. It’s a great solution for overcrowded street
parking. Just a real common-sense idea much needed here in our densely populated Hermosa
neighborhoods. I offer this as a long-time Hermosa homeowner.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: A mechanical vehicle lift, at the very least, should be an available option to consider
when building in Hermosa. Of course, it actually needs to be used, maintained and regulated,
plus not be loud or noisy when in use, but to have alternatives for parking in the beach
communities is important at this point. If it allows for less subterranean building, even better!
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: I can't think of any reason why these lifts should not be an option to residents. They
would do well in ensuring the required parking and may help keep our streets from being so
congested. It seems like a non-issue to me.
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: In a place such as Hermosa Beach where parking is at a premium, the use of a
stacker is an efficient option. There are a number of cities, including The City of Los Angeles and
The City of Manhattan Beach that allow car stackers as a solution to off-street parking. This will
no doubt have a positive impact on the community and the environment, giving the homeowner
more living space. We at 260 31st Street are living proof of this, it's a win-win situation!
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Item: b. REPORT 20-0445 Zoning Code Text Amendment to allow the use of mechanical vehicle
lifts as a method to provide required parking.
eComment: Vehicle lifts are a great way to keep more cars in private garages and off the public
streets. Lifts would allow residents to fit two cars inside their garage while also maintaining
storage space for all the bikes/surfboards/etc that typically prevent two cars from fitting into a
traditional garage. How many garages around town are filled with storage while residents park
on public streets? We cannot prevent people from filling their garages with storage, but we can
encourage investment in modern technology to help mitigate the issue. Everything in the
proposed text amendment looks smart, with the exception of requiring ceiling heights of up to
14'. Having investigated multiple vehicle lift technologies, ceiling heights of 11.5-12' are the
manufacturer approved requirements to fit a large SUV and a standard sized sedan. Hermosa
Beach also requires a third parking spot at every home, which could fit another SUV. Unless the
City's priority is to ensure every homeowner can park 3 large gas guzzling SUVs in their homes,
mandating anything higher than a 12’ ceiling height is working against the incentive to install a lift
and will result in no car lifts being installed. The trade-offs on floor plan configuration are too
great, particularly in zones with 25' max building heights. We should be moving toward smaller
footprints for cars in general when planning for the future.
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REPORT 20-0527
Honorable Chairman and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Rotation of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
Pursuant to Commission direction, the Chair and Vice Chair of the Planning Commission rotate every
nine months. The new Chair and Vice Chair will serve from the regular meeting in September 2020
through May 2021.
Respectfully submitted by: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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REPORT 20-0524
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
September 15, 2020 Planning Commission Tentative Future Agenda Items
Recommended Action:
Receive and file the September 15, 2020 Planning Commission tentative future agenda items.
Attachment:
1. Planning Commission September 15, 2020 Tentative Future Agenda
Respectfully Submitted by: Beverly Tuazon, Administrative Assistant
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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Tentative Future Agenda
PLANNING COMMISSION
City of Hermosa Beach
September 15, 2020
Regular Meeting
7:00 P.M.
Project Title Public
Notice
Meeting
Date
2629 Manhattan Avenue – Conditional Use Permit for roof mounted
wireless (Verizon) 9/3/20 9/15/20
Text Amendment for Vehicle Lifts 9/3/20 9/15/20
1461 Monterey Boulevard – Condominium Amendment 9/3/20 9/15/20
622 1st Place – Condominium 9/3/20 9/15/20
844 Hermosa Avenue – Conditional Use Permit Amendment for
restaurant 9/3/20 9/15/20
Upcoming and Pending Projects
Trans Pacific Fiber Optic Cable – Environmental Impact Report
Certification and Project Entitlements – alternative sites at 6th Street or 10th
Street
Discussion of historic resource eligibility and evaluation for new projects
911 1st Street – Zone and General Plan Amendment, Precise Development
Plan and Planned Unit Development for multiple unit condominium project
City Yard – Precise Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit, and
Environmental Review
Limited Live Entertainment Permits 2-year Pilot Program expiration
November 2020
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REPORT 20-0525
Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission
Regular Meeting of August 18, 2020
Community Development Department Activity Report of December 2019
Recommended Action:
Receive and file the December 2019 Community Development Department activity report.
Attachment:
1. Community Development Department activity report of December 2019
Respectfully Submitted by: Beverly Tuazon, Administrative Assistant
Approved: Ken Robertson, Community Development Director
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TYPE OF ACTIVITY CURRENT
MONTH
THIS MONTH
LAST FY FY TO DATE LAST FY TO
DATE
LAST FY
TOTAL
Building 30 28 244 260 460
Plumbing 21 14 142 148 279
Mechanical 16 11 101 112 210
Electric 16 21 154 170 317
Plan Check 30 20 166 141 232
Sewer Use 0 0 4 8 10
Res. Bldg. Reports 9 7 120 86 179
Parks & Recreation 0 0 0 0 0
In Lieu Parks & Rec 0 0 2 11 17
Board of Appeals 0 0 0 0 0
Sign Review 3 3 16 17 28
Fire Flow Fees 3 3 25 41 67
Legal Determination 0 0 0 0 0
Zoning Appeals 0 0 0 0 0
Temporary Sign 1 2 9 21 29
Gen. Plan Maintenance 3 7 40 65 97
TOTALS 132 116 1,023 1,080 1,925
TYPE OF FEE CURRENT
MONTH
THIS MONTH
LAST FY FY TO DATE LAST FY TO
DATE
LAST FY
TOTAL
Building $26,284.04 $42,405.10 $271,138.42 $356,577.20 $567,944.69
Plumbing $4,801.00 $5,067.00 $39,439.00 $42,826.00 $79,398.10
Mechanical $4,362.00 $3,237.00 $26,179.00 $22,744.00 $53,993.30
Electric $4,806.00 $6,309.00 $39,038.00 $45,291.50 $84,707.30
Plan Check $47,709.19 $48,495.08 $207,466.71 $219,836.92 $371,385.43
Sewer Use $0.00 $0.00 $5,994.00 $20,058.00 $21,442.00
Res. Bldg. Reports $2,263.00 $1,722.00 $29,372.20 $19,971.00 $43,341.00
Parks & Recreation $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
In Lieu Parks & Rec $0.00 $0.00 $12,606.00 $143,113.00 $197,117.00
Board of Appeals $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Sign Review $1,949.00 $1,887.00 $10,275.00 $10,011.00 $17,018.00
Fire Flow Fees $883.13 $1,345.61 $5,680.53 $11,266.46 $16,259.55
Legal Determination $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Zoning Appeals $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Temporary Sign $85.00 $170.00 $765.00 $1,766.00 $2,449.00
Gen. Plan Maintenance $4,785.00 $8,865.00 $53,286.00 $77,160.00 $115,122.00
TOTALS $97,927.36 $119,502.79 $701,239.86 $970,621.08 $1,570,177.37
City of Hermosa Beach
Community Development Department
FEES COLLECTED
NUMBER OF PERMITS
BUILDING DIVISION MONTHLY REVENUE REPORT
December 2019
ACTIVITY REPORT
1
177
TYPE OF ACTIVITY CURRENT
MONTH
THIS MONTH
LAST FY FY TO DATE LAST FY
TO DATE
Radio Calls 5 12 20 61
Citations 6 1 10 6
Citizen Contacts 39 133 537 871
Patrol Checks*23 47 100 418
Short term vacation rentals Cases**6 1 15 59
Smoking 180 266 1,128 1,975
Trash can storage 9 3 78 152
Sign violations 3 5 32 94
Construction 5 7 52 88
Noise 4 2 34 34
Public Nuisance 2 6 36 48
Encroachment 2 17 39 104
CUP Violations 12 25 44 140
Storm water pollution 3 2 21 21
Clean Bay Inspections 0 0 6 6
Styrofoam 0 0 0 0
Plastic bag ban 1 0 2 4
Miscellaneous complaints***14 15 76 215
*Patrol Checks are citywide proactive patrols.
**Short Term Vacation Rentals cases are properties receiving citations.
***Miscellaneous complaints are any other violations not listed.
TYPE OF ACTIVITY CURRENT
MONTH
THIS MONTH
LAST FY FY TO DATE LAST FY TO
DATE
Bulding Inspections 169 169 1,466 1,467
City of Hermosa Beach
Community Development Department
December 2019
CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITIES
BUILDING INSPECTION ACTIVITIES
2
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PERMITS DWELLING
UNITS VALUATION
1 101 New Single Family Houses Detached 1 1 $507,169.79
2 102 New Single Family Houses Attached
3 103 New Two Family Buildings
4 104 New 3 or 4 Family Buildings
5 105 New 5 or More Family Buildings
6 213 New Hotels/Motels
7 214 New Other Non Housekeeping
8 318 New Amusement & Recreation
9 319 New Churches/Other
10 320 New Industrial Buildings
11 321 New Parking Garages
12 322 New Service Stations/Repair Garages
13 323 New Hospitals/Other Institutional
14 324 New Offices/Banks
15 325 New Public Works/Utility Buildings
16 326 New Schools/Other Educational
17 327 New Stores/Other Merch. Buildings
18 328 New Other Non Residential Buildings
19 329 New Structures Other Than Building 1 $10,000.00
20 434 Add/Alther Dwelling/Pools 18 $257,647.00
21 437 Add/Alter Non Residential 3 $30,500.00
22 438 Residential Garages/Carports
23 645 Demolition - Single Family Houses 1 1 $11,000.00
24 646 Demolition - 2 Family Buildings 1 2 $30,000.00
25 647 Demolition - 3-4 Family Buildings
26 648 Demolition - 5+ Family Buildings
27 649 Demolition - All Other Buildings
28 434/
437
Solar System (Fees waived if 2 or more
systems are installed)5 $48,000.00
TOTAL 30 4 $894,316.79
Total Dwelling Units Added Fiscal Year 2019-2020 (FY) to Date:16
Total Dwelling Units Demolished/Lost FY to Date:16 (see attached list)
Total Net Dwelling Units FY to Date:0
LAST THREE FISCAL YEARS FY 18-19 FY 17-18 FY 16-17
Total Dwelling Units Added:48 34 53
Total Demolished/Lost Dwelling Units:41 50 58
Total Net Dwelling Units:7 -16 -5
City of Hermosa Beach
Community Development Department
December 2019
BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED
TYPE OF STRUCTURE
3
179
ADDRESS TYPE PERMIT DATE PERMIT NO.NO. OF UNITS
3005 Manhattan Avenue Single Family Residence 7/3/19 B19-00252 1
322 11th Street Single Family Residence 7/15/19 B19-00264 1
720 24th Place Single Family Residence 8/1/19 B19-00297 1
1014 10th Street Single Family Residence 8/14/19 B19-00303 1
821 Loma Drive Single Family Residence 8/8/19 B19-00314 1
419 24th Street Single Family Residence 8/21/19 B19-00316 1
241 27th Street Single Family Residence 10/7/19 B19-00393 1
845 4th Street Single Family Residence 10/24/19 B19-00427 1
1121 3rd Street Single Family Residence 11/18/19 B19-00467 1
519 8th Street 2-unit Building 11/5/19 B19-00429 2
2410 Manhattan Avenue 2-unit Building 11/12/19 B19-00458 2
126 30th Street Single Family Residence 12/11/19 B19-00374 1
626 Longfellow Avenue 2-unit Building 12/11/19 B19-00501 2
Total:16
DWELLING UNITS DEMOLISHED/LOST
Fiscal Year 2019-2020
City of Hermosa Beach
Community Development Department
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SUBJECT THIS
MONTH
THIS
MONTH
LAST FY
FY TO
DATE
LAST FY
TO DATE
LAST FY
TOTAL
Appeal / Reconsideration 0 0 2 0 0
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - Condominiums 1 0 3 3 5
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - Commercial 1 0 6 2 4
CUP / Precise Development Plan Amendment 1 1 9 4 7
CUP Modification / Revocation 0 0 0 0 0
CUP / Map Extension 0 0 0 0 0
Environmental Impact Report 0 0 1 3 3
Final Map 0 0 2 4 11
General Plan Amendment / Update 0 0 0 0 1
Height Limit Exception 0 0 0 0 0
Lot Line Adjustment 0 0 1 0 1
Precise Development Plan 0 0 3 4 5
Parking Plan 0 1 0 5 5
Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 0 0 0 0 0
Text Amendment 1 0 3 4 6
Transit 0 0 0 0 1
Variance 0 0 1 0 1
Zone Change 0 0 2 0 0
Miscellaneous 5 8 56 50 92
Total Reports Prepared 9 10 89 79 142
Respectfully submitted,
Beverly Tuazon
Administrative Assistant
APPROVED:
Ken Robertson, Director
Community Development Director
City of Hermosa Beach
Community Development Department
December 2019
STAFF REPORTS PREPARED
NOTE: A staff report may be written for one or more of the items listed above but it will be listed and counted
only once.
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