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CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH PC RESOLUTION NO. 26-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(CUP25-11) TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE AN UNMANNED, CO-LOCATED WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY FOR T-MOBILE AT 2447 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY IN SPECIFIC PLAN AREA 8 (SPA-8) ZONE, AND APPROVING A HEIGHT VARIANCE TO ALLOW FOR TWO
ROOF MOUNTED ANTENNA SECTORS TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT LIMIT OF 35 FEET AND DETERMINING THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15303, CLASS 3 OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES.
WHEREAS, on August 29, 2025, the applicant, T-Mobile Wireless, filed an
application for a Conditional Use Permit for the construction and operation of an
unmanned wireless telecommunications facility (WTF) building (the “Project”)
located at 2447 Pacific Coast Highway (the “site”). The project proposes to
construct and operate an unmanned, co-located wireless telecommunication
facility for T-Mobile consisting of two (2) roof-mounted sectors with four (4) panel
antennas per sector, eight (8) radios, and a 152.50-square-foot equipment area
four (4) equipment cabinets located on the roof; and
WHEREAS, the City has established minimum conditions and standards
which apply to WTF pursuant to Section 17.040.170 of the Hermosa Beach
Municipal Code (“HBMC”), in addition to any other deemed necessary or
appropriate to ensure compatibility with existing or future uses in the vicinity,
which may be required. WTF applications are subject to review by the Planning
Commission; and
WHEREAS, on November 19, 2019, the Planning Commission approved a
wireless telecommunication facility (AT&T) at 2447 Pacifica Coast Highway as per
Planning Commission Resolution 19-26; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the subject application on July 21, 2026, at which time
testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered
by the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission raised concerns about the project's
visual impact and requested alternative configurations. As a result, the Planning
Commission continued the public hearing to August 4, 2026, with the mutual
agreement of the applicant; and
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to
consider the applicant’s alternative designs on August 4, 2026 at which time
testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to an considered
by the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project is Categorically Exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act as defined in section 15303, Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. Class 3 exemptions include the installation of
small new equipment and facilities, such as the proposed wireless antennas.
Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines list the exceptions to the exemption and
these exceptions to the exemptions define circumstances that override or negate
the City’s ability to use a categorical exemption. Specifically, these exceptions
to the exemptions are:
• The project is located in a sensitive environment such that the project may
impact an officially mapped and designated environmental resource of
hazardous or critical concern;
• The cumulative effect of successive projects of the same type in the same
place, over time, is significant;
• The project may have a significant environmental impact due to unusual
circumstances;
• The project may damage scenic resources (i.e. trees, historic buildings, or
rock outcroppings) within an official state scenic highway;
• The project is located on a listed hazardous waste site;
None of the exceptions to the Categorical Exemptions apply. The project is
not located in a particularly sensitive environment, nor will its location affect an
environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern. The project will not 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. The existing home is not a significant landmark in the City nor is it
considered a potential historic resource.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals above are true and
correct, and are incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. Findings. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the
Planning Commission hereby makes the following findings pursuant to Section
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17.40.170(B) of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code (“HBMC”) substantiating that
the proposed the facility will be compatible with existing and future uses in the
vicinity and not be materially detrimental to property or improvements in the
vicinity and zone:
1. The facility shall not bear any signs or advertising devices other than certification, public safety, warning, or other required seals or required signage. The facility would not bear signs or private advertising devices other than for
public safety purposes.
2. Any and all accessory equipment, or other equipment associated with the
operation of the facility, including but not limited to transmission cables, shall be located within a building, enclosure, or underground vault in a manner that complies with the development standards of the zoning district in which such equipment is located. In addition, if equipment is located above ground, it shall be visually compatible with the surrounding buildings and either (1) shrouded by sufficient landscaping to screen the equipment from view, or (2) designed to match the architecture of adjacent buildings.
If no recent and/or reasonable architectural theme is present, the Planning Commission may require a particular design that is deemed by the Commission to be suitable to the subject location;
The wireless facility proposes to draw power from an existing meter located
within the existing electrical room. The meter is powered by a Southern
California Edison utility pole. The facility shall be screened consistent with the
existing WTF screening.
3. The facility exterior shall be comprised of non-reflective material(s) and painted or camouflaged to blend with surrounding materials and colors; and
The screening enclosure of the roof mounted antennas areas for the
proposed wireless communication facility would be painted and textured
to match the existing building.
4. Any screening used in connection with a wall mounted and/or roof mounted facility shall be compatible with the architecture, color, texture and materials of the building or other structure to which it is mounted; and
The proposed enclosure is designed to match the design and aesthetic of
the existing building by matching the exterior materials (texture and paint
color).
5. The facility shall be placed to the centermost location of the roof top to screen it from view from the street and adjacent properties.
The facility would consist of two sectors located on the existing rooftop. The
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proposed eastern sector is positioned to be in the center of the eastern edge
of the structure. The western antenna sector is located 14 feet from the
western edge towards the center of the rooftop. The proposed sectors will be
fully screen and textured to match the existing building, thus screening the
WTF from view from the street and adjacent properties.
6. The facility shall not be permitted on residentially zoned property.
The facility is not located on a residentially zoned property. The project is
located in the Specific Plan Area 8 Zone.
7. The facility shall not include the use or installation of a monopole.
The facility does not involve the installation of a monopole. The proposed WTF
consists of a façade-mounted antenna and an equipment area located on
the roof of an existing structure. SECTION 3. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the Planning
Commission hereby further makes the following findings pursuant to Section
17.56.050 of the HBMC:
A. The proposed use is allowed within the applicable zone and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Title and all other titles of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code.
The proposed project is for the construction and operation of an
unmanned co-located WTF on top of an existing structure located at
2447 Pacific Coast Highway in SPA-8. The project proposed to construct
a WTF consisting of 2 roof mounted sectors on the roof of an existing
commercial building comprise of eight (8) panel antennas (four (4) per
sector) eight (8) radios (four (4) per sector) and 152.50 square foot
equipment area comprised of four (4) outdoor cabinets. HBMC Section
17.38.370 Plan Area No. 8 permitted uses subsection A states,
“Commercial permitted uses shall be the same as those permitted in C-
3 General Commercial Zone as contained in Section 17.26.040, and
nonconforming uses shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 17.52.”
HBMC Section 17.26.030 C-1, C-2, and C-3 land use regulations require
a conditional use permit for wireless communications facilities in the C-3
(and C-1 and C-2) zones. HBMC Section 17.40.170 contains the City’s primary regulations for the siting of wireless telecommunications facilities
outside of the public right-of-way and regulates conditions and
standards that apply to the siting of a facility. The proposed use complies
with all applicable provisions of the HBMC.
Per HBMC section 17.38.390 the maximum height within the SPA-8 zone
is 35 feet. Both proposed roof-mounted sectors exceed the maximum
height. The eastern sector’s proposed height is 37 feet 10 inches, and
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the western sector’s proposed height is 39 feet. The HBMC establishes
height limit exceptions for antennas, satellite dishes and similar
equipment in section 17.46.210. Per HBMC 17.46.210 (C)(2), devices shall
be allowed to exceed the height limit only to the extent that the surface
area of the device on its widest side shall not exceed twelve (12) square
feet of surface area over the height limit, but in no event to exceed
fifteen (15) feet above the highest point of the building. The surface area
measurement shall only include measurement of the surface area of the device that exceeds the applicable height limit. It shall not include the
device's surface area below the height limit. The proposed eastern
sector has a surface area of approximately 34.67 square feet and the
proposed western sector has a surface area of 70 square feet. Because
both proposed sectors exceed the maximum 12 square feet of surface
area at the widest point of the antenna, a variance is required to
approve them.
B. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan.
The proposed project is consistent with the following Goals and Policies
of the General Plan:
Infrastructure Element Goal 1. Infrastructure systems are functional, safe, and well maintained.
Policies:
• 1.1 Infrastructure systems plan. Establish and adopt an integrated,
holistic systems approach to guide infrastructure development,
improvement, maintenance, and resilience.
• 1.5 New technologies. When feasible, utilize emerging
technologies and funding strategies that improve infrastructure
efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency.
• 1.6 Utility Infrastructure Siting. Ensure new infrastructure is sited in a
manner to minimize negative impacts to the community and
prioritize projects to address the greatest deficiencies.
• 1.7 Aesthetic and urban form. Require infrastructure and
infrastructure improvements that are aesthetically pleasing and
consistent with the scenic character of the surrounding area. Goal 7. A reliable and efficient telecommunications network available to every resident, business, and institution. Policies:
• 7.1 Accommodate future technologies. Encourage
telecommunications providers and building developments to size
infrastructure and facilities to accommodate future expansion
and changes in the need for technology.
• 7.2 Appropriate siting of telecommunications infrastructure.
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Design and site all facilities to minimize their visibility, prevent visual
clutter, and reduce conflicts with surrounding land uses while
recognizing that the entire community can have access to
communication infrastructure.
• 7.5 Access for all. Encourage the installation and availability of
facilities that provide free telecommunication access at key
activity and business centers throughout the community.
C. The proposed use will not be averse to the public health, safety, or
general welfare of the community, nor detrimental to surrounding properties or improvements.
Local authority to approve or deny a WTF application by any state or
local government is subject to limitations established by federal law.
Therefore, in addition to the City’s local regulatory process for approval
of a WTF, the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996 (“Telecom Act”)
requires that any decision to deny a request to place, construct, or
modify a WTF must be supported by substantial evidence contained in
written record (47 U.S.C. 332(c)(7)). Also under the Telecom Act, a
jurisdiction is prohibited from considering the environmental effects of
radio frequency (“RF”) emissions (including health effects) of the
proposed facility if the WTF will operate in compliance with federal
regulations. The applicant submitted a Radio Frequency Emissions
Compliance Report demonstrating compliance with federal law; the
applicant is required to update the RF report by or before Building plan
check to reflect the approved alternative design Additionally, Condition
of Approval 8 requires the applicant to modify or remove its wireless
facility or obtain adjacent property owner consent to mitigation
measures on the adjacent property if required to maintain compliance
with any laws applicable to human exposure to RF emissions. The
proposed use will not be adverse to the public health, safety, or general
welfare, nor be detrimental to surrounding properties or improvements. D. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the proposed activity are compatible with the existing and reasonably foreseeable
future land uses and circulation in the vicinity.
The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the proposed
WTF is compatible with the existing and reasonably foreseeable future land uses and circulation in the vicinity. The WTF proposed is located on
the roof of an existing commercial building and within an enclosure
painted and textured to match the existing building and WTF screening. E. The site is physically suitable for the type of the use being proposed,
including access, utilities, and the absence of physical constraints.
The project site is physically suitable for the type of use being proposed.
The project site is developed with an existing commercial building that
supports an existing (AT&T) WTF facilities. The proposed project would
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utilize the existing developed site and does not require an expansion of
the building footprint. Electrical utility service would be through
underground connections from an adjacent power pole to an on-site
meter.
SECTION 4. Based on the testimony and evidence received at its August 4,
2026 Planning Commission meeting, the Planning Commission finds, determines
and declares the following pertaining to the application for a Variance (VAR 25-
03) under Hermosa Beach Municipal Code Section 17.76.050:
A. There are exceptional or extraordinary physical circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved that do not apply
generally to property in the vicinity and identical zone, and that the granting of a Variance will not constitute a granting of a special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on the property in the vicinity and identical zone;
The subject property is surrounded by residentially zoned properties
to the north, south, and west. The Variance is necessary to allow the
proposed wireless facility to incorporate architectural design that is
most aesthetically compatible with the surrounding uses. Allowing the
proposed antenna sectors to exceed the maximum height limit
would permit the antennas to be located on the roof of the existing
structure, thereby reducing the visual impact on the surrounding
area. The eastern antenna sector is proposed to be located at the
eastern edge of the roof, atop an existing architectural feature,
directly adjacent to Pacific Coast Highway. This location is oriented
away from residential uses and toward commercial uses across
Pacific Coast Highway. The western antenna sector is proposed to
be located 14 feet from the existing parapet wall at the western
edge of the existing structure.
B. The granting of the Variance is necessary to prevent a physical hardship which is not of the applicant’s own actions or the actions of a predecessor in interest;
The granting of the Variance to allow additional height is necessary
to accommodate the collocated wireless communication facility
that both achieves the required service coverage objectives and is designed to be visually compatible with the building and surrounding
area. Allowing the antenna sectors to exceed the maximum height
limit enables them to be mounted on the roof of the existing building,
eliminating the need to tack sectors onto the façade of the building.
The eastern antenna sector is proposed to be located at the eastern
edge of the roof, atop an existing architectural feature adjacent to
Pacific Coast Highway. This placement directs the facility toward
commercial uses across Pacific Coast Highway and away from
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nearby residential properties, reducing visual impacts. The western
antenna sector is proposed approximately 14 feet from the western
parapet wall, closer to the center of the roof. Because the subject
property is elevated above the residential neighborhood to the west,
locating the antennas farther from the roof edge minimizes their
visibility and overall visual exposure from adjacent residential
properties while maintaining the wireless coverage.
C. The granting of the Variance will not be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity, and will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, general welfare or convenience; and
The variance would not be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvement in the vicinity and will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, general welfare or convenience as the allowance to
exceed the maximum height limit allows for an architectural design
of the proposed WTF facility that is compatible to the surrounding
uses, specifically the surrounding residential uses. Allowing the
antenna sectors to exceed the maximum height limit enables the
wireless facility to be integrated into the roof of the existing building
in a manner that minimizes its visual prominence and is compatible
with the surrounding development. The proposed antenna locations
have been specifically designed to reduce visibility from adjacent
residential properties by placing the eastern antenna sector
adjacent to Pacific Coast Highway and orienting it toward the
commercial corridor, while locating the western antenna sector
closer to the center of the roof to minimize views from the residential
neighborhood to the west. As a result, the requested Variance
facilitates a less visually intrusive design that will not adversely affect
neighboring properties or the public health, safety, general welfare,
or convenience.
D. The granting of the Variance will be consistent with the general purposes and objectives of this Title, any applicable specific plans, and the General Plan.
The granting of the Variance would not be detrimental to or conflict
with the provisions of the general plan. Consistency with relevant
policies from the general plan is provided below: Infrastructure Element Goal 1. Infrastructure systems are functional, safe, and well maintained.
Policies:
• 1.1 Infrastructure systems plan. Establish and adopt an
integrated, holistic systems approach to guide infrastructure
development, improvement, maintenance, and resilience.
• 1.5 New technologies. When feasible, utilize emerging
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technologies and funding strategies that improve infrastructure
efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency.
• 1.6 Utility Infrastructure Siting. Ensure new infrastructure is
sited in a manner to minimize negative impacts to the community
and prioritize projects to address the greatest deficiencies.
• 1.7 Aesthetic and urban form. Require infrastructure and
infrastructure improvements that are aesthetically pleasing and
consistent with the scenic character of the surrounding area.
Goal 7. A reliable and efficient telecommunications network available to every resident, business, and institution. Policies:
• 7.1 Accommodate future technologies. Encourage
telecommunications providers and building developments to size
infrastructure and facilities to accommodate future expansion
and changes in the need for technology.
• 7.2 Appropriate siting of telecommunications infrastructure.
Design and site all facilities to minimize their visibility, prevent visual
clutter, and reduce conflicts with surrounding land uses while
recognizing that the entire community can have access to
communication infrastructure.
• 7.5 Access for all. Encourage the installation and availability
of facilities that provide free telecommunication access at key
activity and business centers throughout the community.
SECTION 5. Based on the testimony and evidence received, the
Planning Commission hereby further finds, determines, and declares the
applicant has furnished required materials per Section 17.40.170(A), explained site
selection, service area, nature of proposed facilities, and Radio Frequency Compliance report dated May 9, 2026 demonstrating the facility meets FCC
regulations and standards for construction.
SECTION 6. Based on the foregoing, the Planning Commission hereby
approves the subject Conditional Use Permit (CUP25-11) for the project located
at 2477 Pacific Coast Highway as set forth in Planning Commission Resolution 26-
13, subject to the following Conditions of Approval:
1. Due to changes in the proposed design for the wireless
telecommunications facility made after the application was submitted,
the Radio Frequency (RF) Environmental Evaluation Report provided
with the Application must be updated to confirm the approved wireless
telecommunications facility will meet FCC RF emissions regulations and
standards for construction, maintenance and operations. Prior to or at
the time of Building permit plan check, the permittee shall submit such
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an updated RF Environmental Evaluation Report to the Community
Development Director. If permittee fails to timely submit the required
updated RF Report, or if the Director determines in writing provided to
the permittee that the updated RF Report does not confirm compliance,
the CUP shall be void and of no further effect.
2. The details of the project application and supplemental materials,
including all safety measures as contained in the Radio Frequency Emissions Compliance Report to be submitted by the permittee prior to
or at the time of Building permit plan check are incorporated as
Conditions of Approval unless modified herein. Any changes to, or
relocation of, antennas or other equipment associated with the wireless
telecommunications facility shall be reviewed and approved by the
Planning Commission. Antenna upgrade, repair and replacement with
devices of equivalent or lesser number, dimensions, height in the same
locations, may be considered to be routine maintenance or minor,
provided visual impacts are not increased, and may be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director.
3. The two (2) sectors with four (4) panel antennas per sector, and eight (8)
radios, shall be fully concealed within the screened structure located on
the roof of the existing building. The exterior of all screening walls shall be
comprised of non-reflective material(s) and painted and textured to
match the existing building.
4. This approval applies to the proposed wireless telecommunications facility
reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission at its meeting of
August 4, 2026 only, as reflected in the preliminary site designs presented
at the August 4 meeting and attached to this Resolution as Exhibit “A” and
incorporated herein. Any other wireless telecommunications facility
companies or affiliates must obtain separate Conditional Use Permit
approval for co-location of additional wireless telecommunications
facilities.
5. No exterior lighting, signs, logos or other commercially identifying graphics
shall be installed on the wireless communication facility (excluding those required by law) in connection with the equipment enclosure use.
6. The installation and operation of the facility shall comply with all
applicable requirements of the Building and Fire Department
requirements, and applicable building, zoning, and electrical code
regulations and requirements of the Municipal Code, and all State and
Federal requirements. To the extent applicable, every such device shall
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be adequately grounded for protection against a direct strike of
lightning.
7. Future removal of the wireless communication facilities shall comply with
the following:
a. The applicant shall provide notification to the Community
Development Director upon cessation of operations on the site. The
applicant shall remove all obsolete or unused facilities from the site within six (6) months of termination of its lease, cessation of
operations, or expiration of its permit, subject to the determination of
the director of community development. Should the owner fail to
effect such removal, the property owner shall be responsible for the
removal of the equipment.
b. A new permit shall be required if the site is to be used again for
the same purpose as permitted under the original permit, if a
consecutive period of six (6) months has lapsed since cessation of
operations.
c. Any FCC licensed wireless communications carrier that is buying,
leasing, or considering a transfer of ownership of an already
approved facility shall submit a letter of notification of intent to the
Community Development Director.
8. Compliance with Applicable Laws/RF Emissions Exposure Limits. The
permittee shall maintain compliance at all times with all federal, state
and local statutes, regulations, orders or other rules that carry the force
of law (“Laws”) applicable to the permittee, the subject property, the
wireless facility or any use or activities in connection with the use
authorized in this permit, including any Laws applicable to human
exposure to RF emissions. This permit is not granting the permittee any
rights to make any portion of the adjacent properties inaccessible to the
general public or to hinder future lawful development of adjacent
properties as a mitigation measure to ensure the wireless facility will
comply with Laws applicable to human exposure to RF emissions, absent
agreement from the adjacent landowner. The permittee understands
that if site conditions change in the future due to lawful development
on adjacent property, the permittee may need to modify or remove its wireless facility or obtain adjacent property owner consent to mitigation
measures on the adjacent property if required to maintain compliance
with any Laws applicable to human exposure to RF emissions. If the
Community Development Director finds good cause to believe that the
wireless facility is not in compliance with any Laws applicable to human
exposure to RF emissions, the Director may require the permittee to
submit a written report, signed by an RF engineer under penalty of
perjury, that: (1) the installation is operated in compliance with 47 U.S.C.
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§ 324 (use of minimum power); and (2) the installation complies with all
applicable FCC rules and regulations for human exposure to RF
emissions and will not cause members of the general public to be
exposed to RF levels that exceed the maximum permission exposure
levels deemed safe by the FCC. The applicant shall submit the
requested written RF report within sixty calendar days of notification in
writing by the Director. The permittee expressly acknowledges and
agrees that this obligation is intended to be broadly construed and that no other specific requirements in these conditions are intended to
reduce, relieve or otherwise lessen the permittee’s obligations to
maintain compliance with all Laws.
9. The Planning Commission may review this Conditional Use Permit if this
permit is exercised in a manner which violates local, state, or federal law,
the terms of this Conditional Use Permit, or the project approvals, or in a
manner which constitutes a nuisance, is averse to the public health,
safety, or general welfare of the community, or is detrimental to
surrounding properties or improvements. Upon review of this Conditional
Use Permit, the Planning Commission may amend the conditions herein
and/or impose any new conditions deemed necessary to mitigate
detrimental impacts associated with such exercise of this permit.
10. 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.
11. Permit Duration. This CUP shall be valid for a period of ten (10) years, unless,
pursuant to another provision of the Code or these conditions, it expires
sooner or is terminated. At the end of ten (10) years from the date of
issuance, such permit shall automatically expire, unless an extension or
renewal has been granted by the city. The permittee must either (a) remove the facility within thirty (30) days following the permit’s expiration;
or (b) at least one hundred fifty (150) days prior to expiration, submit an
application to the director to renew the permit under the then-current
Code. If renewal is timely sought, the wireless facility may remain in place
until the application is acted upon in a final action by the city.
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General Conditions 1. The development and continued use of the property shall be in
conformance with submitted plans received and reviewed by the
Planning Commission at its meeting of August 4, 2026, in accordance
with the conditions below. The Community Development Director may
approve minor modifications that do not otherwise conflict with the
HBMC or requirements of this approval.
2. The project shall be constructed and mainlined in substantial
conformance with all requirements of the Specific Plan Area 8 (SPA-8)
Zone as applicable of the Municipal Code, except as expressly modified
for by the variance for the portion of the antennas that exceed the
height limit.
3. The project shall comply with all requirements of the City of Hermosa
Beach Building Division, Public Works Department, Los Angeles County
Fire Department, and the HBMC.
4. This approval shall not be effective for any purposes until the permittee,
T-Mobile Wireless, and the owners of the property involved have filed at
the office of the Planning Division of the Community Development
Department signed affidavits stating that they are aware of, and agree
to accept, all the conditions of this grant. The Conditional Use Permit
shall be recorded, and proof of recordation shall be submitted to the
Community Development Department prior to the issuance of a
building permit.
5. 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.
6. 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 any party against the
indemnified parties 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
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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.
7. 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.
Planning 8. All Conditions of Approval shall be printed verbatim on all plans
submitted for plan review to the Community Development Department.
These conditions shall be indexed on the cover sheet and referenced
on the site plan.
9. All devices associated with the project shall meet all manufacturer’s
specifications, and all antennas and screens shall be fire-resistant and
of corrosive- resistant material, and shall be erected in a secure, wind-
resistant manner. They shall also be maintained in good condition. 10. Every such device shall be adequately grounded for protection against
a direct strike of lightning. 11. Construction projects within the city shall demonstrate compliance with
all applicable standards of the Southern California Air Quality
Management District, including the following provisions of District Rule
403: · All unpaved demolition and construction areas shall be wetted at
least twice daily during excavation and construction, and
temporary dust covers shall be used to reduce dust emissions and
meet SCAQMD Rule 403. Wetting could reduce fugitive dust by as
much as 50 percent. · The construction area shall be kept sufficiently dampened to control
dust caused by grading and hauling, and at all times provide
reasonable control of dust caused by wind. · All clearing, earth moving, or excavation activities shall be
discontinued during periods of high winds (i.e., greater than 15 mph),
to prevent excessive amounts of dust. · All dirt/soil loads shall be secured by trimming, watering, or other
appropriate means to prevent spillage and dust. · All dirt/soil materials transported off-site shall be required to cover
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their loads as required by California Vehicle Code Section 23114 to
prevent excessive amount of dust. · General contractors shall maintain and operate construction
equipment to minimize exhaust emissions. · Trucks having no current hauling activity shall not idle but shall be
turned off.
12. In accordance with Section 2485 in Title 13 of the California Code of
Regulations, the idling of all diesel-fueled commercial vehicles
(weighing over 10,000 pounds) during construction shall be limited to 5
minutes at any location.
13. The project shall comply with South Coast Air Quality Management
District Rule 1113, limiting the volatile organic compound content of
architectural coatings.
14. Construction projects within the city shall install odor-reducing
equipment in accordance with South Coast Air Quality Management
District Rule 1138.
15. Project applicants shall identify all measures to reduce air pollutant
emissions below SCAQMD thresholds prior to the issuance of building
permits. Should attainment of SCAQMD thresholds be determined to be
infeasible, construction contractors shall provide evidence of this to the
City and will be encouraged to apply for SCAQMD SOON funds.
16. Pedestrian and adjacent property protection plans will be required for
review and approval.
Public Works:
The following conditions of approval shall be satisfied, subject to the
satisfaction of the Public Works Director or designee.
17. No new walls or foundation footings will be allowed to be constructed
on or over the public right-of-way.
18. A Residential Encroachment Permit is required for non-conforming
structures located over or within the public right-of-way.
19. If public improvements are required, the following items (Items 20-25)
must be completed. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, an
approved set of civil engineering plans, prepared by a licensed civil
engineer and approved by Public Works, must be submitted to the
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Community Development Department. These plans must 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 necessary
improvements to comply with the Municipal Code and Public Works
specifications.
20. Civil engineering plans must include adjacent properties/structures,
sewer laterals, and storm drain main lines on the street.
21. Project construction must protect both private and public property in
compliance with Sections 15.04.070 and 15.04.140. No work within the
public right-of-way shall commence unless all necessary permits are
obtained from the Public Works Department, including, if applicable, an
approved Residential or Commercial Encroachment Permit.
22. Sewer manhole rim/lid elevations must be submitted prior to grading
and plan check.
23. A sewer lateral video must be submitted with the plan check submittal
if the developer plans to use the existing sewer lateral. Sewer lateral work
may be required following the review of the sewer lateral video.
24. The project must comply with Storm Water and Urban Runoff Pollution
Control Regulations (HBMC Ch. 8.44). Required Low Impact
Development (LID) Standards must be implemented, and necessary
calculations and documentation (e.g., Appendix D and E of the Storm
Water LID Guidelines) must be submitted at the time of grading and
plan check, along with an erosion control plan.
SECTION 7. Severability. If any section or provision of this Resolution is for
any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent
jurisdiction or contravened by reason of any preemptive legislation, the remaining
sections and/or provisions of this Resolution shall remain valid. The Planning
Commission hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution, and
each section or provision thereof, regardless of the fact that any one or more
section(s) or provision(s) may be declared invalid or unconstitutional or
contravened via legislation.
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PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED on this 4th day of August 2026.
AYES: CHAIRPERSON IZANT, VICE CHAIRPERSON FLAHERTY, and
COMMISSIONERS MCNALLY and HIRSH
NOES:
ABSTAIN: ABSENT: COMMISSIONER HOFFMAN
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify the foregoing PC Resolution 26-13 is a true and complete record
of the action taken by the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach,
California, at its special meeting of August 4, 2026.
Stephen Izant Alison Becker
Chairperson Secretary
______________________________
Date
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