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Home My WebLink About2026-04-21 - PC - Regular CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION Post-Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 21, 2026 5:00 PM Council Chambers 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 COMMISSIONERS Stephen Izant, Chairperson Michael Flaherty, Vice Chairperson Peter Hoffman, Commissioner Greg McNally, Commissioner Kate Hirsh, Commissioner Alison Becker, Community Development Director AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT OF 1990 To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) are available for check out at the meeting. If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, you must call or submit your request in writing to the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 318-0204 or at cityclerk@hermosabeach.gov at least 48 hours before the meeting. 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Cable TV: Spectrum Channel 8 and Frontier Channel 31 in Hermosa Beach • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofHermosaBeach90254 • Live Stream: www.hermosabeach.gov/agenda • Cablecast App: Available on supported devices and smart TVs• If you experience technical difficulties while viewing a meeting on any of our digital platforms, please try another viewing option. View staff reports and attachments at www.hermosabeach.gov/agenda. Page 2 of 70 Pages 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA This is the time for Planning Commission to discuss any changes to the order of agenda items. Recommended Action: To approve the order of the agenda. 5. PUBLIC COMMENT 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Recommended Action: To pull item 6.b for further discussion and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar. 6.a ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 17, 2026 - 26-CDD-046 5 (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Recommended Action: To receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of March 17, 2026. 6.b REQUEST FOR A MURAL DETERMINATION (MD26-01) FOR A PROPOSED 825-SQUARE-FOOT PAINTED DISPLAY ON THE NORTH FACING (SIDE) OF THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 601 CYPRESS AVENUE IN THE LIGHT MANUFACTURING (M-1) - 26- CDD-049 13 CEQA: Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines. (Community Development Director Alison Becker) Recommended Action: To determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines; and adopt a Resolution finding the artistic rendering is consistent with the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Section 17.50.030 definition of a mural. 7. PUBLIC HEARING Page 3 of 70 7.a ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A TWO-YEAR TIME EXTENSION (CUP26-01) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP21- 09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK21-01) AT 1018 HERMOSA AVE. IN THE C-1 ZONE - 26-CDD-041 23 CEQA: Determine the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301(a) of the CEQA Guidelines. (Assistant Planner DeDe Tran) Recommended Action: To determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 1 categorical exemption, as defined in section 15301(a) of the CEQA guidelines for existing facilities; and adopt a Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP26-01) extending an existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP21-09) and Parking Plan (PARK21-01) to allow a stage relocation and addition in floor area at 1018 Hermosa Ave. 8. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR REPORT 9. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS 10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 10.a PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA - 26-CDD- 048 69 (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Recommended Action: To receive and file the Planning Commission May Tentative Future Agenda. 11. ADJOURNMENT Page 4 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 1 of 1 Meeting Date: April 21, 2026 Staff Report No. 26-CDD-046 Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 17, 2026 (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Recommended Action: Staff recommends Planning Commission receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of March 17, 2026. Attachments: Planning Commission Action Minutes Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026. Respectfully Submitted by: Holly Honma, Commission Secretary Approved: Alison Becker, Community Development Director Page 5 of 70 1 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES March 17, 2026 5:00 p.m. Council Chambers 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Members Present: Chairperson Stephen Izant, Vice Chairperson Michael Flaherty, Commissioner Peter Hoffman, Commissioner Greg McNally, Commissioner Kate Hirsh Staff Present: Planning Manager Alexis Oropeza, Commission Secretary Holly Honma, Community Development Director Alison Becker, Assistant Planner DeDe Tran _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Izant called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairperson Izant. 3. ROLL CALL Commission Secretary Holly Honma announced a quorum. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA This is the time for Planning Commission to discuss any changes to the order of agenda items. Moved by: Commissioner Hoffman Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty To approve the order of the agenda. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 5. PUBLIC COMMENT Page 6 of 70 2 In Person Public Comment: • Liz Brubaker • Robert Brubaker • Jennifer Duffy • Mike Nickle Virtual Public Comment: • Laura Pena 6. CONSENT CALENDAR Moved by: Commissioner Hoffman Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty To approve the consent calendar. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 6.a ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 17, 2026 - 26-CDD-038 (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Moved by: Commissioner Hoffman Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty To receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of February 17, 2026. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 7. PUBLIC HEARING 7.a LOCATION: 725 5TH STREET - 26-CDD-027 ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP25-04) TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE AN UNMANNED WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY (VERIZON WIRELESS) ON THE ROOF OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AT 725 5TH STREET CEQA: Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 3 categorical exemption, as defined in section 15303 of the CEQA Page 7 of 70 3 Guidelines for new construction or conversion (Assistant Planner DeDe Tran) Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided a presentation Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided information Applicant Tom Johnson provided information Commissioner Hirsh asked various questions Applicant Tom Johnson provided information Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Applicant Tom Johnson provided information Commissioner Hoffman asked various questions Commissioner McNally asked various questions Chairperson Izant asked various questions In Person Public Comment: • Trina Hilley Virtual Public Comment: • Dave Horowitz • Laura Pena Chairperson Izant closed Public Comment Commissioner Hoffman provided information Moved by: Commissioner Hoffman Seconded by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty To continue this item to the Planning Commission's Regular Meeting on May 19, 2026 and for staff and applicant explore alternative locations for the wireless telecommunication facility on the east and northeast portion of the building. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 7.b LOCATION: 1244 2ND STREET - 26-CDD-030 Page 8 of 70 4 ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT AND VARIANCE AT 1244 2ND STREET (APN 4186-027-031) AND APN 4186-027-030 (NO ADDRESS) IN THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE (R-1) CEQA: Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15305. (Assistant Planner DeDe Tran) Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided a presentation Applicant Amir Esfahani provided information Vice Chairperson Flaherty provided information Commissioner Hoffman provided information Moved by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty Seconded by: Commissioner Hirsh To determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15305; and Adopt a Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment (LLA 25-02) and Variance (VAR25-03) at 1244 2nd Street and Assessor’s Parcel Number 4186-027-030. Ayes (4): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Noes (1): Commissioner Hoffman Motion Carried 7.c LOCATION: 1100 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY - 26-CDD-008 A SIGN VARIANCE (VAR25-02), TO ALLOW NO MORE THAN THREE WALL SIGNS PER BUSINESS, NOT TO EXCEED 35 WALL SIGNS FOR THE SUBJECT SITE, AND TO ALLOW AN ADDITIONAL 10 PERCENT INCREASE IN MAXIMUM SIGN AREA AS A PART OF A COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR AN EXISTING SHOPPING CENTER IN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C-3) ZONE CEQA: Determine the project qualifies for Class 11 Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15311 (Associate Planner Jake Whitney) Planning Manager Alexis Oropeza provided a presentation Commissioner Hirsh asked various questions Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Page 9 of 70 5 Applicant Christine Adler provided information Commissioner Hoffman asked various questions Moved by: Vice Chairperson Flaherty Seconded by: Commissioner Hirsh To determine the Project qualifies for Class 11 Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15311; and Adopt a Resolution approving a Sign Variance (VAR25-02) at 1100 Pacific Coast Highway subject to conditions. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 7.d LOCATION: 333 26TH STREET - 26-CDD-034 ADOPT A RESOLUTION UPHOLDING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR’S DETERMINATION DENYING A REQUEST FOR A CONVEX SLOPE DETERMINATION (CSD25-04) AT 333 26TH STREET CEQA: Determine this is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to section 21065 of the CEQA Guidelines (Assistant Planner DeDe Tran) Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided a presentation Commissioner Hirsh asked various questions Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided information Commissioner Hoffman asked various questions Chairperson Izant asked various questions Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided information Commissioner Hoffman asked various questions Brandon Straus from Srour & Associates provided a presentation Attorney for Applicant provided information Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Brandon Straus provided information Commissioner Hirsh asked various questions Applicant David Toomey provided information Page 10 of 70 6 Chairperson Izant closed the Public Hearing Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Assistant Planner DeDe Tran provided information Commissioner Hoffman asked various questions Commissioner Hirsh provided information Chairperson Izant provided information Vice Chairperson Flaherty asked various questions Moved by: Commissioner Hirsh Seconded by: Commissioner Hoffman To grant the appeal of the Director's Determination and approve the Convex Slope Determination. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried 8. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR REPORT Community Development Director Alison Becker provided information 9. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Hoffman thanked staff Community Development Director Alison Becker provided information 10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Questions from Planning Commission members regarding the status of future agenda items. No discussion or debate of these requests shall be undertaken. 10.a PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA - 26-CDD-039 (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Moved by: Commissioner Hirsh Seconded by: Commissioner Hoffman To receive and file the April Planning Commission tentative future agenda. Ayes (5): Chairperson Izant, Vice Chairperson Flaherty, Commissioner Hoffman, Commissioner McNally, and Commissioner Hirsh Motion Carried Page 11 of 70 7 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm Page 12 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 1 of 4 Meeting Date: April 21, 2026 Staff Report No. 26-CDD-049 Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission REQUEST FOR A MURAL DETERMINATION (MD26-01) FOR A PROPOSED 825- SQUARE-FOOT PAINTED DISPLAY ON THE NORTH FACING (SIDE) OF THE COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 601 CYPRESS AVENUE IN LIGHT MANUFACTURING (M-1) – 26-CDD-049 CEQA: Determine the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines. (Community Development Director Alison Becker) Recommended Action: Staff recommends Planning Commission: 1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines; and 2. Adopt a Resolution finding the artistic rendering is consistent with the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Section 17.50.030 definition of a mural. (Attachment 1) Executive Summary: The applicant is seeking approval of a proposed 825-square-foot painted display on the exterior of the north facing (side) wall of existing commercial building located at 601 Cypress Avenue. Staff recommend that the Planning Commission determine that the artistic rendering is consistent with HBMC Section 17.50.030, definition of a mural and determine the project is categorically exempt from CEQA. Background: The property is located at 601 Cypress Avenue and is zoned Light Manufacturing (M-1) Commercial. The site has a general plan designation of Creative Industrial (CI) and is located within the Cypress District character area. The property is currently developed with a three-story commercial building occupied by a ceramics studio and office uses. The Leadership Hermosa Class of 2026 has selected a site for a mural installation as its class project. Page 13 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 2 of 4 Site Information Table: The following table describes the existing site characteristics: Site Information General Plan Community Commercial (CC) Zoning Light Manufacturing (M-1) Lot Size 8,933 square feet (data obtained via LA County Assessor Portal) Existing Square Footage 3,300 square feet Surrounding Zoning North: Light Manufacturing (M-1) East: Light Manufacturing (M-1) South: Light Manufacturing (M-1) West: Two Family Residential (R-2) Surrounding Uses North: Commercial East: Commercial South: Commercial West: Residential Other Information: Pursuant to HBMC Chapter 17.50 regulating Signs, murals approved by the Planning Commission may be permitted. The Planning Commission may waive specific provisions relating to total sign area, coverage, height, type, and style if it determines that the proposed rendering constitutes a mural. Project Description The applicant proposes a mural up to 825 square feet in size on the north elevation of the building. The mural is intended to serve as a welcoming visual feature for residents and visitors while helping to establish and identify the area as the “Arts District.” The mural depicts the Hermosa Beach pier, waves, Cypress Street sign, surfboards, vans, and artist tools, including paintbrushes and guitars. A conceptual rendering of the proposed mural is included as Attachment 2. Discussion: HBMC Section 17.50.030 defines “Mural,” as a “pictorial representation not specifically identifying goods or services offered by the business on the premises.” The applicant’s proposal depicts Hermosa Beach culture and arts generally, rather than advertising a specific commodity or business. The mural incorporates a design element resembling the city’s logo. In accordance with Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section 1.06.040, use of the city logo or a similar design is not permitted without approval of the City Council, and a condition of approval reflecting this requirement is recommended by staff. The 825- Page 14 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 3 of 4 square-foot mural would be painted on the building's north-facing (side) wall, covering up to 25 percent of the elevation. The mural would enhance the blank façade and contribute to placemaking efforts while promoting the community’s arts and cultural identity. General Plan Consistency: PLAN Hermosa, the City’s General Plan, was adopted by the City Council in August 2017. The requested mural determination is consistent with the PLAN Hermosa goals and policies in the table below: General Plan Consistency Goals & Policies Findings Land Use and Design Element Goal 11: A proud and visible identity as an arts and cultural community Policy 11.1 Locally appropriate art. Prioritize public art that reinforces the identity of Hermosa Beach, incorporating the culture, people, neighborhoods and ideas. Policy 11.2 Creative expression in the built environment. Encourage the infusion of creative expression within the city’s-built environment to create a memorable urban landscape that respects the past and builds for the future. Policy 11.8 Public art in private development Actively encourage private development to contribute to the cultural and economic health and the public realm through incorporation of public art. The project integrates elements that reflect the artistic creativity and coastal identity of Hermosa Beach. The building is privately owned, and the applicant proposing the project is committed to enhancing cultural vitality by incorporating public art into their development. The project muralist uses his skill concept art to create for others. This local artist’s perspective and needs are integral to the project, ensuring that the mural reflects both the artistic vision and the community’s character. Staff recommends the approval of the mural with the following Conditions of Approval: 1. The mural shall be maintained in strict accordance with the design reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Any modifications to the approved design must receive prior approval from the Planning Commission. Page 15 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 4 of 4 2. The applicant must revise the mural to remove the Hermosa Beach logo or similar feature unless and until its use is approved in accordance with Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) Chapter 1.06 Custody and Use of the City Seal, Logo and City Insignia. The applicant shall submit a revised rendering of the proposed mural to the Community Development Director subject to approval to determine adherence with the condition and HBMC. 3. Any acts of vandalism occurring on the site must be addressed, and the affected areas must be cleaned or repaired within 48 hours of discovery. Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical exemption, Existing Facilities as defined in section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, as it consists of minor exterior alterations to an existing building. Moreover, none of the exceptions to the categorical exemption(s) apply, nor would 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. Public Notification: Public notice is not required pursuant to HBMC Section 17.50.140. Therefore, public notice for this matter has not been distributed. Attachments: 1. Draft Resolution 2. 601 Cypress Mural Plan and Photo Respectfully Submitted by: Leo Zalyan, Management Analyst Concur: Angelique Soliz, Contract Planner Concur: Alexis Oropeza, Planning Manager Legal Review: Sarah Locklin, Interim Assistant City Attorney Approved: Alison Becker, AICP, Community Development Director Page 16 of 70 P.C. RES 26-XX CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH PC RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING AN 825-SQUARE-FOOT PAINTED DISPLAY ON THE NORTH FACING SIDE WALL OF EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 601 CYPRESS AVENUE IS A MURAL AND IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT The Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve and order as follows: WHEREAS, an application was filed on March 19, 2026, by the applicant Joseph Garvey, seeking the Planning Commission’s determination that the proposed display covering 825 square feet on the north-facing side wall of the existing commercial building located at 601 Cypress Avenue (“Property”) is consistent with the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (“HBMC”) definition of “mural” (“Project”)a; and WHEREAS, the Property is zoned Light Manufacturing (M-1) Commercial, with a general plan designation of Creative Industrial (CI), and is located within the Cypress District character area; and WHEREAS, murals and signs are regulated under HBMC Chapter 17.50, “Signs”. Pursuant to HBMC Section 17.50.150, sign requirements and regulations in the Manufacturing (M) zone, murals approved by the Planning Commission may be permitted, and the Planning Commission may waive specific provisions of the City’s sign ordinance related to total sign area, coverage, height, type, and style; WHEREAS, HBMC Section 17.50.030 defines a mural as “a pictorial representation not specifically identifying goods or services offered by the business on the premises”; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, at its public meeting of April 21, 2026 considered all testimony and evidence, both oral and written, that was presented to the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, the proposed display is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act defined in CEQA Section 15301 Class 1 Existing Facilities, as the project involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use. The proposed display is painted directly onto the easterly facade of the existing building and would not result in a Page 17 of 70 P.C. RES 26-XX direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission determines that the display meets the definition of a mural as set forth in HBMC Section 17.50.030, because the display does not include commodification elements tied to the commercial use of the business on the premises, and the proposed displays are artistic depictions. SECTION 2. Based on the evidence received at the public meeting, the Planning Commission hereby further finds, determines, and declares that the project is consistent with the City’s General Plan (PLAN Hermosa) goals and policies as detailed in the table below. Further, the project is consistent with the Property’s general plan designation of Creative Industrial (CI) and the Cypress District character area. General Plan Consistency Goals & Policies Findings Land Use and Design Element Goal 11: A proud and visible identity as an arts and cultural community Policy 11.1 Locally appropriate art. Prioritize public art that reinforces the identity of Hermosa Beach, incorporating the culture, people, neighborhoods and ideas. Policy 11.2 Creative expression in the built environment. Encourage the infusion of creative expression within the city’s-built environment to create a memorable urban landscape that respects the past and builds for the future. Policy 11.8 Public art in private development Actively encourage private development to contribute to the cultural and economic health and the public realm through incorporation of public art. The project integrates elements that reflect the artistic creativity and coastal identity of Hermosa Beach. The building is privately owned, and the applicant proposing the project is committed to enhancing cultural vitality by incorporating public art into their development. The project muralist uses his skill concept art to create for others. This local artist’s perspective and needs are integral to the project, ensuring that the mural reflects both the artistic vision and the community’s character. Page 18 of 70 P.C. RES 26-XX SECTION 3. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves Mural Determination Case No. MD26-01 and determines the proposed display is a mural, subject to the following Conditions of Approval: 1. The mural shall be maintained in strict accordance with the design reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. Any modifications to the approved design must receive prior approval from the Planning Commission. 2. Any acts of vandalism occurring on the site must be addressed, and the affected areas must be cleaned or repaired within 48 hours of discovery. 3. The mural shall not include the official City seal, logo, or city insignia, as defined and regulated by HBMC Chapter 1.06, unless or until the use of the official City seal, logo, or city insignia is approved in accordance with Chapter 1.06. The applicant shall remove such items from the proposed mural submitted to the Planning Commission on April 21, 2026, and submit a revised rendering of the proposed mural to the Community Development Director and subject to her approval to determine adherence with the condition and HBMC. SECTION 4. Pursuant to the Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6, any legal challenge to the decision of the Planning Commission, after exhaustion of any available administrative remedies, must be made within 90 days after the final decision by the City. The Hermosa Beach City Council may on its own initiative review all actions of the Planning Commission. If the City Council does not initiate review of this decision as set forth in Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section 2.52.040, this decision will become final. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED on this 21st day of April 2026. VOTE: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Page 19 of 70 P.C. RES 26-XX CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing PC Resolution 26-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 April 21, 2026. Stephen Izant, Chairperson Alison Becker, Secretary Date Page 20 of 70 The site for the mural will be the north facing (side) wall of the building at 601 Cypress Avenue. The mural size shall be no larger than 825 square feet and in the general location highlighted in the visuals below in order to allow for artistic flexibility in the mural shape. SITE WALL LOCATION AND AREA SIZE 33’ building height 100’ building width 18’9” 37’7” PROPOSED MURAL 6’3” 22’5” 31’4” 3’6” Page 21 of 70 Page 22 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 1 of 4 Meeting Date: April 21, 2026 Staff Report No. 26-CDD-041 Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A TWO-YEAR TIME EXTENSION (CUP26-01) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP21-09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK21-01) AT 1018 HERMOSA AVE. IN THE C-1 ZONE CEQA: Determine that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301(a) of the CEQA Guidelines. (Assistant Planner DeDe Tran) Recommended Action: Staff recommends Planning Commission: 1. Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Class 1 categorical exemption, as defined in section 15301(a) of the CEQA guidelines for existing facilities; and 2. Adopt a Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP26-01) extending an existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP21-09) and Parking Plan (PARK21-01) to allow a stage relocation and addition in floor area at 1018 Hermosa Ave (Attachment 1). Executive Summary: The Planning Commission adopted Resolutions 21-01 (Attachment 2) and 21-02 (Attachment 3) at its February 15, 2022 meeting, to allow a stage relocation and addition in floor area at 1018 Hermosa Avenue. The Planning Commission (PC) approved PC Resolution No. 24-03 (Attachment 4), a two-year extension to CUP21-09 and PARK21- 01 in accordance with Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (HBMC) 17.70.020 on March 19, 2024. The applicant has filed a request for a second indefinite time extension to CUP21- 09 and PARK21-01. HBMC 17.70.020 does not limit the number of time requests but does limit the extension to two years. Staff recommends approval of a two-year time extension. Background: The Comedy and Magic Club opened in 1978. At its August 6, 1979 meeting, the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) approved Resolution 154-337, modifying an existing conditional use permit (CUP) allowing alcohol service in conjunction with a comedy and magic entertainment club. At its June 29, 1982 meeting, the BZA approved Resolution 154-467, approving a CUP amendment to allow outdoor dining along Hermosa Avenue. At its May 7, 1984 meeting, the BZA approved Resolution 154-561, approving a CUP amendment to allow an expansion of the use into the adjacent tenant space at 1016 Hermosa Avenue. At its March 15, 1988 meeting, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 88-25, approving a CUP amendment to allow the relocation of a box office. At Page 23 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 2 of 4 its August 7, 1990 meeting, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 90-62, approving a Parking Plan and CUP amendment. The approval allowed an expansion of conditional uses into an adjacent tenant space at 1014 Hermosa Avenue, including live entertainment and service of alcohol. At its February 15, 2022 meeting, the Planning Commission (PC) approved PC Resolution PC 22-01 (Attachment 2) and 22-02 (Attachment 3), approving a Parking Plan and CUP amendment to allow an expansion of seating and enclosure of a patio area on the corner of 10th Street and Hermosa Avenue. At its March 19, 2024, meeting, the PC approved PC Resolution NO. 24-03 (Attachment 4), a two-year extension to CUP21- 09 and PARK21-01 extending the entitlement to March 19, 2026. Per HBMC 17.70.020, a permit granted by the Planning Commission or City Council that is not established within two years from the date of approval will automatically expire on that date. If no changes to the plans as approved are proposed, the Planning Commission may deny, approve, or conditionally approve one (1) or more time extensions, provided a public hearing is held, for any extension up to a two-year period. Past Board and Commission Actions Meeting Date Description August 6, 1979 Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) approved Resolution B.Z.A. 154-337, modifying an existing conditional use permit (CUP) allowing service of alcohol in conjunction with a comedy and magic entertainment club. June 29, 1982 BZA approved Resolution B.Z.A. 154-467, approving a CUP amendment to allow outdoor dining along Hermosa Avenue. May 7, 1984 BZA approved Resolution B.Z.A. 154-561, approving a CUP amendment to allow an expansion of the use into the adjacent tenant space at 1016 Hermosa Avenue. March 15,1988 Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC 88-25, approving a CUP amendment to allow the relocation of a box office. August 7, 1990 Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC 90-62, approving a Parking Plan and CUP amendment. The approval allowed an expansion of conditional uses into an adjacent tenant space at 1014 Hermosa Avenue, including live entertainment and service of alcohol. February 15, 2022 Planning Commission approved PC Resolution 22-01 and PC Resolution 22-02, approving a Parking Plan and CUP amendment to allow an expansion of seating and enclosure of a patio area on the corner of 10th Street and Hermosa Avenue. March 1, 2024 Planning Commission approved PC Resolution NO. 24-03, a two-year extension to CUP21-09 and PARK21-01 extending the entitlement to March 19, 2026 Page 24 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 3 of 4 Discussion: The applicant submitted a Planning Application for a second Time Extension Request on January 26, 2026. The CUP 21-09 and PARK 21-01 with the first two year time extension (PC Resolution NO. 24-03), for which the extension was filed, expired on February 15, 2026. The applicant’s request for a time extension notes continuing delays related to the COVID-19 pandemic and inflation as reasons for requesting an extension (Attachment 5). On October 25, 2022, the applicant submitted construction plans to the City’s Building and Safety Division for review. The plans proposed to relocate the stage in the lounge area but refrained from adding square footage, pursuant to CUP21-09 and PARK21-01. During the course of plan review, the permit expired because a six-month period elapsed with no activity and no resubmittal after corrections were issued. Following the approval of Resolutions PC 22-01 and PC 22-02, the applicant had two years from the date of approval to begin significant construction or improvements consistent with Planning Commission-approved plans. Though the building permit had expired, the applicant still had an opportunity to receive approval or apply for an extension to retain the previous entitlement approvals. A new building permit application was eventually resubmitted on May 24, 2023. The permit has now expired due to inactivity. The applicant requested an indefinite extension of the entitlements. However, HBMC 17.70.020 specifies that the Planning Commission may approve an extension for a period not to exceed two years. As such, staff recommends that the Planning Commission grant a second two-year extension of CUP21-09 and PARK21-01 to April 17, 2028. 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: Land Use and Design Element Goal 11. A proud and visible identity as an arts and cultural community. Policy: 11.3 Art as cultural tourism. Recognize the value of the arts to the City’s quality of life and economic stability and promote cultural tourism as an engine for economic development. Goal 13. Land use patterns that improve the health of residents. Policy: 3.2 Social and health needs. Support the continuation of existing and new uses that enhance the social and health needs of residents. Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA the proposed project qualifies for a Class 1, Section 15301(a) Existing Facilities of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as it consists of a two-year time extension of a CUP and Parking Plan for an existing commercial building. Page 25 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 4 of 4 Public Notification: For the April 21, 2026 Planning Commission meeting, a total of 858 public hearing notices were mailed to occupants and property owners of properties within a 500-foot radius on April 8, 2026. A legal ad was published on April 9, 2026, in the Easy Reader, a newspaper of general circulation. Additionally, the applicant received a notice poster to post on-site and provided proof of posting at least 10 days in advance of the public hearing, in accordance with HBMC 17.68.050. Public notification materials are included as Attachment 6. As of the writing of the report, staff received no public comments. Attachments: 1. Draft Resolution 26-XX 2. PC Resolution 22-01 3. PC Resolution 22-02 4. PC Resolution NO. 24-03 5. Applicant’s Letter dated January 22, 2026 6. Public Notification Package Respectfully Submitted by: DeDe Tran, Assistant Planner Concur: Alexis Oropeza, Planning Manager Legal Review: Sarah Locklin, Interim Assistant City Attorney Approved: Alison Becker, AICP, Community Development Director Page 26 of 70 Page 1 of 4 PC RES 26-XX CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH PC RESOLUTION NO. 26-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TIME EXTENSION REQUEST FOR PREVIOUSLY APPROVED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT (CUP 21-09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK 21-01) AT AN EXISTING ASSEMBLY HALL AND RESTAURANT (THE COMEDY AND MAGIC CLUB) AT 1018 HERMOSA AVENUE IN THE C-1 ZONE AND DETERMINING THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). WHEREAS, Michael Lacey (“Applicant”) filed an application on January 26, 2026, requesting a time extension for CUP 21-09 and PARK 21-01 at 1018 Hermosa Avenue (“Project”); WHEREAS, on February 15, 2022, the Planning Commission approved Planning Commission Resolutions NO. 22-01 and NO. 22-02, approving a Parking Plan (PARK 21- 01) and CUP amendment (CUP 21-09) to allow an expansion of seating and enclosure of a patio area at 1018 Hermosa Avenue; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (“HBMC”) Section 17.70.020, any permit granted by the Planning Commission becomes null and void if not established within the date specified in such permit, or if no date is specified, within two (2) years from the date of approval of such permit, or if such time period is not extended by the City. The Planning Commission may consider and deny, approve, or conditionally approve written requests for time extensions for a period not to exceed two (2) years; WHEREAS, pursuant to HBMC Section 17.70.20, Planning Commission Resolutions NO. 22-01 and NO. 22-02 would have expired on February 15, 2024, unless significant construction or improvements of the use authorized had commenced or a time extension was granted; WHEREAS, on March 1, 2024, the Planning Commission approved PC Resolution NO. 24-03, granting a two-year extension to CUP 21-09 and PARK 21-01 and extending the entitlement to March 19, 2026. CUP 21-09 and PARK 21-01 will be deemed expired as of March 19, 2026 unless significant construction or improvements of the use authorized have commenced or a time is extension granted; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing at its public meeting Page 27 of 70 Page 2 of 4 PC RES 26-XX of April 21, 2026, and considered all testimony and evidence regarding the Project, both oral and written, that was presented to the Planning Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into this Resolution. SECTION 2. Findings. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission finds that the Applicant timely submitted a written application for the Project at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of PARK 21-01 and CUP 21-09, including the reason therefor and payment of any required fees pursuant to HBMC Section 17.70.020. SECTION 3. Approval. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby approves the Project granting a two-year time extension to PARK 21-01 and CUP 21-09, subject to all Conditions of Approval set forth in Planning Commission Resolution NO. 22-01 (PARK 21-01) and NO. Resolution 22-02 (CUP 21-09) as specifically modified by Planning Commission Resolution NO. 24-03, and subject to the following Condition of Approval: 1. 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 4. 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. SECTION 5. The Planning Commission finds that this Resolution is not subject to Page 28 of 70 Page 3 of 4 PC RES 26-XX CEQA (Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) pursuant to the following CEQA Guidelines sections: (a) section 15301 (Class 1, Existing Facilities) as the Project consists of internal and exterior modification of an existing building. Moreover, none of the exceptions to the Categorical Exemptions apply. The project is not located in a particularly sensitive environment such that the project may impact an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern, 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 6. 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. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED on this April of 21st 2026. ______________________________________________________________________________ AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Page 29 of 70 Page 4 of 4 PC RES 26-XX CERTIFICATION I hereby certify the foregoing PC Resolution 26-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 April 21, 2026. Stephen Izant Alison Becker Chairperson Secretary Date Page 30 of 70 Page 31 of 70 Page 32 of 70 Page 33 of 70 Page 34 of 70 Page 35 of 70 Page 36 of 70 Page 37 of 70 Page 38 of 70 Page 39 of 70 Page 40 of 70 Page 41 of 70 Page 42 of 70 Page 43 of 70 Page 44 of 70 Page 45 of 70 Page 46 of 70 Page 47 of 70 Page 48 of 70 Page 49 of 70 Page 50 of 70 Public Notification Package 1018 Hermosa Ave Time Extension (CUP26-01) Page 51 of 70 Page 52 of 70 Page 53 of 70 Page 54 of 70 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the PLANNING COMMISSION of the City of Hermosa Beach shall hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM to consider the following: A REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION (CUP26-01) TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP21-09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK21-01) TO ALLOW A STAGE RELOCATION AND ADDITION IN FLOOR AREA AT 1018 HERMOSA AVE LOCATED IN THE C-2 ZONE. THIS WOULD BE THE SECOND SUCH TIME EXTENSION. CEQA: THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PER SECTION CLASS 1, SECTION 15301(a) EXISTING FACILITIES SAID PUBLIC MEETING is open to the public and being held in-person in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION. See the meeting agenda for all public comment details and opportunities. All written testimony by any interested party will be accepted prior to or at the scheduled time on the agenda for the matter. Information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, please visit the meeting agenda or contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 318-0204 or cityclerk@hermosabeach.gov. VIEWING OPTIONS are available on Spectrum Channel 8, Frontier Channel 31, YouTube, Zoom, and/or the City’s website. 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 above-listed departments at, or prior to, the public meeting. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, please contact the Community Development Department at (310) 318-0242 or planning@hermosabeach.gov during regular business hours. A copy of the agenda and staff report(s) will be available for public review 72 hours in advance of the meeting on the City’s website at www.hermosabeach.gov/agenda. ALISON BECKER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOREasy Reader Inc/Redondo Beach News/April 9, 2026/HD26-023 City ofHermosa Beach Page 55 of 70 Community Development Department Planning Division Attn: DT City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE 1018 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Assessor Parcel Numbers: 4187-006-027 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to consider the following: A REQUEST FOR TIME EXTENSION (CUP26-01) TO A PREVIOUSLY APPROVED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP21- 09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK21-01) TO ALLOW A STAGE RELOCATION AND ADDITION IN FLOOR AREA AT 1018 HERMOSA AVE. LOCATED IN THE C-2 ZONE. THIS WOULD BE THE SECOND TIME EXTENSION. CEQA: THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM CEQA PER SECTION CLASS 1, SECTION 15301(a) EXISTING FACILITIES SAID PUBLIC MEETING is open to the public and being held in-person in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, California 90254. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION. See the meeting agenda for all public comment details and opportunities. All written testimony by any interested party will be accepted prior to or at the scheduled time on the agenda for the matter. Information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, please visit the meeting agenda or contact the Community Development Department at (310) 318-0242 or planning@hermosabeach.gov. VIEWING OPTIONS are available on Spectrum Channel 8, Frontier Channel 31, YouTube, Zoom, and/or the City’s website. 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Further, the City reserves the right to terminate these remote participation methods (subject to Brown Act restrictions) at any time and for whatever reason. Please attend in person or by submitting an eComment to ensure participation. Similarly, as a courtesy, the City will also broadcast the meeting via the following listed mediums. However, these are done as a courtesy only and not guaranteed to be technically feasible. To guarantee live time viewing and/or public participation, members of the public shall attend in Council Chambers. If you experience technical difficulties while viewing a meeting on any of our digital platforms, please try another viewing option. View staff reports and attachments at www.hermosabeach.gov/agenda. Alison Becker, AICP, Community Development Director Page 56 of 70 AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING NOTICES I, Denise Kaspar , being duly sworn, deposes and says: that I am a citizen of the United States, over the age of 18 years; that on the 8th day of April , 2026, that I deposited 858 Notices in the United States Post Office, a letter of notice, a copy of which is attached hereto, with postage thereon prepaid, addressed to the following persons at the addresses shown, to-wit: (See list attached hereto and made part hereof) that said persons are the owners of said property who are entitled to a Notice in that said persons and their addresses are those shown on the most recent equalized roll of the Assessor of the County of Los Angeles as being owners of property within 500 feet and all residential occupants within 500’ of the property described as: APN: 4187-006-027 Subject: 1018 HERMOSA AVE that on said day there was regular communication by United States Mail to the addresses shown above. Page 57 of 70 0D Q K D WW DQ$YH%D\YLHZ'U0RQWHUH\% OYG+HUPRVD$YHWK6W WK6W WK6W%HDFK'U WK6W WK6W WK6W WK6W %HDFK' U WK6W WK6W3LHU$YH WK6W 7KH6 WUDQG WK&W0DQKDWWDQ$YH WK&W WK&W WK&W WK&W WK&W 6XQVHW'U WK&W WK6W WK&W /RPD'U3DOP'U 3LHU3OD]D 5$',860$3 Q+HUPRVD$YH+HUPRVD%HDFK&$ Page 58 of 70 Manhattan AveBeach Dr 13th St9th StBeach Dr 11th St11th St8th StH e rmosa A v e 10th StPierAve14th St11th St15th CtThe S t r a n d Palm Dr 8th CtMan h a ttan A v e 9th CtBayview Dr 10th Ct12th Ct11th CtMonterey BlvdSunset Dr 13th Ct13th St14th CtCypress Ave Pier PlazaLoma Dr Zoning MapPlanning Commission MeetingApril 21, 20261018 Hermosa Ave (Comedy & Magic Club)APN: 4187-006-027Zone: C-2 Downtown CommercialConditional Use Permit (CUP 26-01)DescriptionLegendR-1 Single Family ResidentialR-1A Limited Single-Family ResidentialR-2 Two Family ResidentialR-2B Limited Multiple Family ResidentialR-3 Multiple Family ResidentialR-P Residential-ProfessionalRPD Residential Planned DevelopmentR-3PD Multiple Family Planned DevelopmentC-1 Neighborhood CommercialC-2 Downtown CommercialC-3 General CommercialM-1 Light ManufacturingOS Open SpaceOS-1 Restricted Open SpaceOS-2 Restricted Open SpaceOS-O Open Space OverlayMHP Mobile Home ParkSPA Specific Plan Area (Residential)SPA Specific Plan Area (Commercial)-HE Housing Element Overlay500' Notification RadiusPage 59 of 70 ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING A TWO-YEAR TIME EXTENSION (CUP26-01) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP21-09) AND PARKING PLAN (PARK21- 01) AT 1018 HERMOSA AVE. IN THE C-1 ZONE Planning Commission Meeting –April 21, 2026 Page 60 of 70 Zoning Map Page 61 of 70 Photo of Existing Site Page 62 of 70 Background Meeting Date Description August 6,1979 Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) approved Resolution 154-337,modifying an existing conditional use permit (CUP)allowing service of alcohol in conjunction with a comedy and magic entertainment club. June 29,1982 BZA approved,Resolution 154-467; a CUP amendment to allow outdoor dining along Hermosa Avenue. May 7,1984 BZA approved Resolution 154-561;a CUP amendment to allow an expansion of the use into the adjacent tenant space at 1016 Hermosa Avenue. March 15,1988 Planning Commission (PC)adopted Resolution 88-25,approving a CUP amendment to allow the relocation of a box office. August 7,1990 PC adopted Resolution 90-62;approving a Parking Plan and CUP amendment to allow an expansion of the conditional use into an adjacent tenant space at 1014 Hermosa Avenue,including live entertainment and service of alcohol. February 15,2022 PC approved,Resolution 22-01 and Resolution 22-02, a Parking Plan and CUP amendment to allow an expansion of seating and enclosure of a patio area on the corner of 10th Street and Hermosa Avenue. March 1,2024 PC approved,Resolution 24-03, a two-year extension to CUP21-09 and PARK21-01 extending the entitlement to March 19, 2026Page 63 of 70 Discussion -Application January 26, 2026 applicant submitted a Planning Application for a second Time Extension Request–Delays related to the pandemic and inflation HBMC 17.70.020 specifies that the Planning Commission may approve an extension for a period not to exceed two years but does not limit the number of extensions Page 64 of 70 Discussion-General Plan Consistency Land Use and Design Element Goal 11. A proud and visible identity as an arts and cultural community. Policy 11 .3 Art as cultural tourism.Recognize the value of the arts to the City’s quality of life and economic stability and promote cultural tourism as an engine for economic development. Goal 13.Land use patterns that improve the health of residents. Policy: 3.2 Social and health needs.Support the continuation of existing and new uses that enhance the social and health needs of residents. Page 65 of 70 Public Noticing and Environmental Determination April 8, 2026 •858 public hearing notices mailed to a 500-foot radius April 9, 2026 •Notice published in the Easy Reader •Notice posted at business CEQA •Class 1, Section 15301(a) Existing Facilities Page 66 of 70 Staff Recommendation 1.Determine that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as defined in Section 15301(a) Existing Facilities, Class 1; and 2.Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP26-01) extending an existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP21-09) and Parking Plan (PARK21-01) to allow a stage relocation and addition in floor area at 1018 Hermosa Ave Page 67 of 70 Contact us. DeDe Tran, Assistant Planner 310-318-0243 Planning@hermosabeah.gov THANK YOU! Page 68 of 70 City of Hermosa Beach | Page 1 of 1 Meeting Date: April 21, 2026 Staff Report No. 26-CDD-048 Honorable Chair and Members of the Hermosa Beach Planning Commission PLANNING COMMISSION TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA (Commission Secretary Holly Honma) Recommended Action: Staff recommends Planning Commission receive and file the Planning Commission May Tentative Future Agenda. Attachments: Planning Commission May Tentative Agenda Respectfully Submitted by: Holly Honma, Commission Secretary Approved: Alison Becker, Community Development Director Page 69 of 70 F:\B95\CD\PC\2026\2026.04.21\Attachment 1. Planning Commission Tentative Agenda for May .docx Tentative Future Agendas PLANNING COMMISSION City of Hermosa Beach Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Regular Meeting 5:00 PM Project Title Public Notice Meeting Date 725 5th Street – Conditional Use Permit for a Wireless Telecommunication Facility Continued from March 17, 2026 May 19, 2026 Upcoming and Pending Zoning Code More Study Sessions upcoming 3201 Pacific Coast Highway — Skechers Parking Plan & Precise Development Plan General Plan Conformity Determination — Capital Improvement Projects, 2026-2027 Page 70 of 70