LA HABRA
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024
6:30 P.M.
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024
6:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
100 EAST LA HABRA BOULEVARD
LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA 90631
100 EAST LA HABRA BOULEVARD
LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA 90631
Please note that should all business not be concluded by 10:00 p.m., the Chair shall either authorize an extension of time to said meeting or continue all unfinished items to a future meeting, date certain, or date uncertain.
| CALL TO ORDER: | Council Chamber |
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| ROLL CALL: | Vice Chair Manley Commissioner Rojas Commissioner Mahecha Commissioner Cardenas |
PUBLIC COMMENTS: When addressing the Commission, please complete a Speaker's Card before leaving the Council Chamber.
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CONSENT CALENDAR:
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PROCEDURAL WAIVER: Waive reading in full of resolutions and ordinances and approval and adoption of same by reading title only.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 8, 2024
That the Planning Commission approve the Planning Commission meeting minutes of April 8, 2024.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS REMOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REQUESTS FOR DESIGN REVIEW 23-05 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 23-03 TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT (STARBUCKS COFFEE) WITH OUTDOOR MENU BOARDS AT 541 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD
This project was reviewed pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15303, Class 3: "New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures" of the CEQA Guidelines. The project involves the demolition of a 5,700 square foot commercial building and the reconstruction of a 1,200 square foot, drive-through restaurant in an urbanized area. The proposed structure does not exceed 10,000 square feet in floor area. The site is zoned for commercial use. The use of a drive-through restaurant does not involve the use of hazardous substances, all necessary public services and facilities are available and the surrounding area is not environmentally sensitive. The project is not subject to any of the exceptions for exemption under Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines. The location of the project is predominately urban and not considered a sensitive environment; therefore, the project will not result in any significant environmental impact. The project is not located along any state designated scenic highway nor within any designated hazardous waste site. Staff does not expect any significant impacts or unusual circumstances related to the approval and construction of the project.
That the Planning Commission approve:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE REQUIRED FINDINGS AND APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 23-05 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 23-03 TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT (STARBUCKS COFFEE) WITH OUTDOOR MENU BOARDS AT 541 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD, AS PER THE APPROVED PLANS AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, AND MAKING THE DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15303, CLASS 3: "NEW CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF SMALL STRUCTURES" OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT GUIDELINES
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DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REQUESTS FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 23-01 TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND DESIGN REVIEW 23-03 TO CONSTRUCT 18 TOWNHOME UNITS INCLUDING TWO UNITS FOR SALE TO MODERATE INCOME LEVEL HOUSEHOLDS ON THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ADDRESSED AS 120 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD
This project was reviewed pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15332, Class 32: "Infill Development Projects" of the CEQA Guidelines because the project is consistent with the General Plan designation and all applicable General Plan policies and with applicable zoning designation and regulations; is less than five acres; located within an urbanized area; the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and, the site can be adequately served by all utilities and public services. The project is not subject to any of the exceptions for exemption under Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines.
That the Planning Commission approve:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE REQUIRED FINDINGS AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 23-01 TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND DESIGN REVIEW 23-03 TO CONSTRUCT 18 TOWNHOME UNITS (INCLUDING TWO UNITS FOR SALE TO MODERATE INCOME LEVEL HOUSEHOLDS) ON THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ADDRESSED AS 120 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD, AS PER THE APPROVED PLANS AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, AND MAKING THE DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15332, CLASS 32: "INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS" OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE REQUIRED FINDINGS AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 23-01 TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND DESIGN REVIEW 23-03 TO CONSTRUCT 18 TOWNHOME UNITS (INCLUDING TWO UNITS FOR SALE TO MODERATE INCOME LEVEL HOUSEHOLDS) ON THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ADDRESSED AS 120 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD, AS PER THE APPROVED PLANS AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, AND MAKING THE DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15332, CLASS 32: "INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS" OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
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DULY NOTICED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER REQUESTS FOR TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 23-02 TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND DESIGN REVIEW 23-04 TO CONSTRUCT 22 TOWNHOME UNITS INCLUDING THREE UNITS FOR-SALE UNITS TO MODERATE-INCOME LEVEL HOUSEHOLDS ON THE PROPERTIES CURRENTLY ADDRESSED AS AT 310-330 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD
This project was reviewed pursuant to the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to Section 15332, Class 32: "Infill Development Projects" of the CEQA Guidelines because the project is consistent with the General Plan designation and all applicable General Plan policies and with applicable zoning designation and regulations; is less than five acres; located within an urbanized area; the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality; and, the site can be adequately served by all utilities and public services. The project is not subject to any of the exceptions for exemption under Section 15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines.
That the Planning Commission approve:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE REQUIRED FINDINGS AND APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 23-02 TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES AND DESIGN REVIEW 23-04 TO CONSTRUCT 22 TOWNHOME UNITS (INCLUDING THREE UNITS FOR SALE TO MODERATE-INCOME LEVEL HOUSEHOLDS) ON THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ADDRESSED AS 310-330 EAST WHITTIER BOULEVARD, AS PER THE APPROVED PLANS AND SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS, AND MAKING THE DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15332, CLASS 32: "INFILL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS" OF THE CEQA GUIDELINES
CONSIDERATION ITEMS:
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ADJOURNMENT: Adjourned to Monday, May 13, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 100 East La Habra Boulevard.
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