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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Resolution 13-2826 RESOLUTION NO. 13 -2826 ria A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND APPROVE AN UPDATE TO THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN (PLN -12- 00282). THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find, determine and declare that: A. All cities and counties in the SCAG region are required to obtain certified housing elements for the 2014 -2021 planning period no later than October 15, 2013. and the City of Downey desires to comply with this deadline ; and, B. On November 27, 2012 and December 19, 2012, the City Council and Planning Commission respectively conducted community workshops on the proposed Housing Element to allow for public participation on the preparation of the element; and, C. On April 3, 2013, in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act, a Notice of Intent to adopt a Negative Declaration was posted at the Los Angeles County Recorder's office in Norwalk. Additionally, on April 4, 2013, notice of the pending general plan amendment was published in the Downey Patriot as a 1 ,8th page ad; and, L.., D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 1, 2013, and after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the aforesaid public hearings, adopted this resolution. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that after preparing an Initial Study in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, which found that there would be no significant environmental impacts created by the proposed code amendment, a Negative Declaration was prepared. Based on its own independent judgment that the facts stated in the initial study are true, the Planning Commission herby finds that the approval of the general plan amendment (PLN -12- 00282) will not have any potential negative environmental impacts. SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at said public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that: 1. That the proposed General Plan Amendment is consistent with all other goals, policies, programs, and land uses of applicable elements of the General Plan. The proposed General Plan Amendment is to update the Housing Element of the General Plan in compliance with State Law. This element sets the goals, policies, and programs to encourage construction of new residential units, preservation of the existing housing stock, and the conversation of existing affordable units within the City of Downey. Based on the analysis within the Housing Element, this can be accomplished within the existing zoning and land use designations. After a review all the proposed goals, policies, and programs contained within the Housing Element, it has been determined that they are consistent with the goals, policies, and programs of the other elements of the General Plan. Resolution No. 13 -2826 Downey Planning Commission 2. That the proposed General Plan Amendment will not adversely affect surrounding properties or the surrounding environment. The Housing Element is a policy document that sets strategies for the production and maintenance of housing stock across at various income levels. The element contemplates providing all the housing within the existing development standards (no rezoning or development standard changes are being proposed). The full implementation of the Housing Element will not create an adverse affect on properties within the City. Furthermore, an Initial Study of Environmental Impacts was prepared pursuant to the requirements of the CEQA. This Initial Study concluded that adoption of the Housing Element will not create a significant adverse impact to the environment and surrounding community. 3. That the proposed General Plan Amendment promotes the public health, safety, and general welfare. The Housing Element contains several policies and programs that will support the improvement and upkeep of the existing housing stock in the city. Furthermore, the element provides policies and programs to increase the affordable housing opportunities within the City. The goals, policies, and programs contained within the Housing Element will support the overall goal to providing quality and affordable housing to the residents of the City. Furthermore, by providing quality affordable housing the City is able to protect the public health, safety, and welfare within the city and surrounding area. 4. That the proposed General Plan Amendment will not conflict with provisions of the zoning code, including the City's subdivision ordinance. The Housing Element is a policy document that sets strategies for the production and maintenance of housing stock across all income levels. The element contemplates providing all the housing within the existing development standards (no rezoning or development standard changes are being proposed). As such, the adoption of the Housing Element will not create conflicting provisions in the zoning code. SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 3 of this Resolution, the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby recommends that the City Council adopt the Negative Declaration and approve the General Plan Amendment (PLN -12- 00282), thereby adopting an update to the Housing Element of the General Plan for the 2014- 2021 planning period. General Plan Amendment (PLN -12- 00282) — Housing Element May 1, 2013 -Page2 Resolution No. 13 -2826 Downey Planning Commission SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1 day of Ma 2013 ouis Mo I'es hairman L City Pia ing Commission � I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 17 day of April, 2013, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Lujan, Flores, Rodriguez, Kiefer and Morales NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: None , &kia4--1 Mary Cavanagh, Secretary City Planning Commission 1 1 General Plan Amendment (PLN -12- 00282) — Housing Element May 1, 2013 - Page 3