HomeMy WebLinkAbout6. PLN-15-00223 - 11434 DowneySTAFF REPORT
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: MARCH 16, 2016
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBMITTED BY: ALDO E. SCHINDLER, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
REVIEWED BY: DAVID BLUMENTHAL, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
PREPARED BY: DAVID BLUMENTHAL, PRINCIPAL PLANNER
SUBJECT: PLN-15-00223 (ZONE CHANGE AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.
73791) – A REQUEST TO COMBINE SIX PARCELS INTO A SINGLE
LOT AND REZONE THE SITE FROM M-2 (GENERAL
MANUFACTURING) TO H-M (HOSPITAL MEDICAL ARTS)
LOCATION: 11434-11444 DOWNEY AVE & 8037 IOWA ST
ZONING: EXISTING - M-2 (GENERAL MANUFACTURING)
PROPOSED - H-M (HOSPITAL MEDICAL ARTS)
REPORT SUMMARY
The applicant (Dr. Multani) has requested to rezone property on the northeast corner of Downey
Ave and Iowa St from M-2 (General Manufacturing) to H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) and combine
the six parcels into a single 26,805 square foot parcel. Based on the analysis contained in this
report, staff is recommending the Planning Commission adopt the following titled resolutions:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A ZONE
CHANGE (PLN-15-00223), THEREBY REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT
11434-11444 DOWNEY AVE AND 8037 IOWA ST FROM M-2 (GENERAL
MANUFACTURING) TO H-M (HOSPITAL MEDICAL ARTS).
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY APPROVING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 73791 (PLN-15-
00223), THEREBY COMBINING SIX LOTS INTO A 26,805 SQUARE FOOT
PARCEL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11434-11444 DOWNEY AVE AND
8037 IOWA ST.
BACKGROUND
The subject site is 26,805 square foot lot that is located on the northeast corner of Downey Ave
and Iowa Street. The site has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Office and is within the
M-2 (General Manufacturing) zone. The site is currently improved with a 3,200 auto detailing
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business and a 420 square foot auto repair businesses. Both of these uses are permitted in the
M-2 (General Manufacturing) zone.
View of property from Downey Ave
To the north of the subject site is a multi-tenant industrial building that is in the M-2 (General
Manufacturing) zone. East of the project site is a multi-tenant medical office building, which is
zoned H-M (Hospital Medical Arts). To the south of the site (across Iowa St) are single-family
homes that are within the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) and C-P (Commercial Professional)
zones. West of the site (across Downey Ave) is an automotive tow and storage yard that is in
the M-2 (General Manufacturing) zone.
On November 12, 2015, the applicant submitted a request for the Zone Change and Tentative
Parcel Map. After a complete review of the submitted material, staff deemed the application
incomplete on December 11, 2015 due to missing material within the application packet. The
applicant submitted the remaining information needed to process the application on January 14,
2016. As such, staff deemed the application complete on February 12, 2016.
On March 3, 2016, notice of the pending public hearing was published in the Downey Patriot.
Additionally, the notice was mailed to all property owners within 500’ of the subject site.
DISCUSSION
The applicant does not have a development proposal submitted to the City for this site. Instead,
he has indicated that he is preparing the site to sell for a future medical office development.
The first part of the request is to rezone the property from M-2 (General Manufacturing) to H-M
(Hospital Medical Arts).
The project site has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Office. The purpose of the
General Plan is to guide the long term growth of the City. In cases where the zoning does not
comply with the General Plan, it is advisable to rezone the property in order to bring it into
consistency with the General Plan. In discussing the Office designation, the General Plan
states,
The Office designation allows for professional and medical office uses. The
corresponding zone for this designation is C-P, Commercial – Professional Office zone.
In the vicinity of the Downey Regional Medical Center where medical offices and other
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medical-related uses are promoted, the corresponding zoning for this designation is
H-M, Hospital-Medical Arts. The intensity of the Office designation should fall within a
range of floor area ratio between 0.5:1 and 5:1.
It’s staff’s opinion that the H-M (Hospital-Medical Arts) zone is appropriate for this property due
to its proximity to PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center) and since the
property to the east of the project site is currently zoned H-M. Notwithstanding this, should the
City approve the zone change, the existing auto uses on the site will be rendered as non-
conforming uses. With the non-conforming use designation, the uses will not be allowed to
expand or be reestablished if they cease to operate for 180 days.
In addition to the zone change, the applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Parcel Map No.
73791. The map will merge the existing six parcels into a single 26,805 square foot lot with a
width of 148’ and a depth of 162’. This exceeds the minimum 6,000 square feet size, 60’ width
and 100’ depth for parcels in the H-M Zone.
Although the applicant has not provided a specific development proposal to construct a new
medical office on the site, staff is supportive of his request. Staff believes that rezoning the site
and combining the various parcels into a single lot will make the property more marketable and
enhance the development opportunities for the site.
DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
On December 3, 2016, the City’s Development Review Committee discussed the proposed
application. The Public Works Department requested the applicant dedicate a 25’ corner radius
(current is 15’) at the intersection of Downey and Iowa. This larger radius will bring the property
into consistency with City standards. This will also allow for a smoother turn movement at the
corner and leave space to accommodate sidewalks. None of the other departments raised
concerns. A recommended condition of approval has been included with the draft resolution for
the dedication.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Staff has reviewed the proposed project for compliance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA). Upon completion of this review, it has been determined that this request is
categorically exempt from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section No. 15332 (Class 32, In-fill
Development Projects). Categorical Exemptions are projects, which have been determined not
to have a significant effect on the environment and have been exempted from the requirements
of the California Environmental Quality Act. Class 32 consists of projects characterized as in-fill
development that comply with the General Plan, do not serve as protected habitat, and are
served by public utilities. It is staff’s opinion that the zone change and parcel map comply with
these provisions; as such, qualify for the exemption.
FINDINGS
Zone Change
In order for the Planning Commission to recommend approval of the Zone Change, they must
adopt the following five findings.
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A. That the zone change is necessary and desirable for the development of the
community in harmony with the objectives of the General Plan and this chapter
and is in the interests or furtherance of the public health, safety, and general
welfare;
The subject site has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Office. According to the
General Plan, in the vicinity of PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center)
the Office designation is implemented by the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) zone. This
zone change, in staff’s opinion, meets the intent of the land use designation. The
expansion of medical uses by changing the zoning is further supported by General Plan
Policy No. 5.9.1, which states, “Support the provision of health care services;” and
Program No. 5.9.1.1, which states, “Encourage the establishment and expansion of uses
providing health care services and areas designated for health care services.” It is
staff’s opinion that the proposed zone change will provide additional area to
accommodate medical offices, which implements the proposed zoning and existing
general plan. Furthermore, the project site will exceed the minimum parcel requirements
set forth in the zoning code. Together with meeting the intent of the land use
designation, staff believes that this zone change will be in harmony with the objectives of
the General Plan is in the interests of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
B. That the zone change will be compatible and complementary to existing
conditions and adjoining property in the surrounding area;
The surrounding area includes a variety of uses, including industrial, residential, office,
and medical uses. More specifically, adjoining the east property line of the subject site is
a medical office that is within the H-M zone. This property links the project site to other
H-M zoned parcels, which surround and support PIH Downey (formerly Downey
Regional Medical Center). It is staff’s opinion that rezoning the project site to H-M will
make it compatible with other parcels in the vicinity and continue to support the regional
hospital.
C. That the site is adequate in size to accommodate the uses permitted in the zone
requested and that all applicable property development standards can be
complied with;
The minimum size requirements for the parcels in the H-M zone is 6,000 square feet
size, 60’ width and 100’ depth. As part of his request, the applicant is proposing to
combine the six parcels the comprise the project site into a single 26,805 square foot lot
with a width of 148’ and a depth of 162’. This exceeds the development standards for
the zone and creates, in staff’s opinion, a large developable site that can easily
accommodate a medical office that complies with all of the development standards set
forth in the zoning code.
D. That the site properly relates to streets and highways designed and fully improved
to carry the type and quantity of traffic that is expected to be generated in the area
and that utilities exist or are planned which will adequately serve the property as
rezoned; and
The subject site is located on the northeast corner of Downey Ave and Iowa St. Downey
Avenue is a secondary arterial with four travel lanes (two in each direction). Iowa is a
collector street that is has two travel lanes (one in each direction). Although no project is
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being proposed at this time, staff has reviewed the streets and potential project
scenarios. It is staff’s opinion that these streets have sufficient capacity to
accommodate any future development that will occur on the property. Furthermore all
utility systems are in place and can adequately serve future projects.
E. That the proposed zone change is in general conformance with the General Plan
and General Plan land use designation for the parcel.
As noted in the first finding in this section, staff is of the opinion that the proposed zone
change complies with the general plan. The subject site has a General Plan Land Use
Designation of Office. According to the General Plan, within the vicinity of PIH Downey
(formerly Downey Regional Medical Center) the Office designation is implemented by
the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) zone. Furthermore, General Plan Policy No. 5.9.1,
states, “Support the provision of health care services;” and Program No. 5.9.1.1, states,
“Encourage the establishment and expansion of uses providing health care services and
areas designated for health care services.” It is staff’s opinion that the proposed zone
change will provide additional area to accommodate medical offices, which implements
the proposed zoning and existing general plan.
Tentative Parcel Map
There are five findings required for the Planning Commission to adopt to approve the Tentative
Parcel Map.
A. That the proposed map is consistent with the General Plan.
The proposed map will allow the consolidation of several parcels into a single lot. The
subject site has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Office. According to the
General Plan, within the vicinity of PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical
Center) the Office designation is implemented by the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) zone.
Part of this request is to rezone the site to H-M. This approval (zone change and parcel
map) will create a new development opportunity for a medical office. The expansion of
medical uses further supported by General Plan Policy No. 5.9.1, which states, “Support
the provision of health care services;” and Program No. 5.9.1.1, which states,
“Encourage the establishment and expansion of uses providing health care services and
areas designated for health care services.” It is staff’s opinion that the proposed parcel
map will provide additional area to accommodate medical offices, which implements the
proposed zoning and existing general plan.
B. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development.
The minimum size requirements for the parcels in the H-M zone is 6,000 square feet
size, 60’ width and 100’ depth. The applicant is proposing to combine the six parcels
that comprise the project site into a single 26,805 square foot lot with a width of 148’ and
a depth of 162’. This exceeds the development standards for the zone and creates, in
staff’s opinion, a large developable site that can easily accommodate a medical office
that complies with all of the development standards set forth in the zoning code. Staff
believes that this demonstrates that the site has adequate size and shape to allow the
full development of the proposed use in a manner not detrimental to the particular area.
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C. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health problems.
Combining the six parcels into a single lot will not alter the uses on the site, nor will it
change the overall lot size or dimensions. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed
approval does not have the capability to influence public health. Notwithstanding this, the
map does support the redevelopment of the site for a medical office. Although no
project has been proposed, the Planning Commission will be required to find that any
future development would not create an impact to public health.
D. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict
with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of
property within the proposed subdivision.
The proposed map will combine six lots into one parcel with no development being
proposed. Staff has reviewed the site survey and preliminary title report to verify any
existing easements. All existing easements will be preserved in place and will not be
impacted.
E. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure
wildlife or their habitat.
The subject site is currently improved with multiple industrial buildings. There are no
known areas within the City that host wildlife or their habitat, most particularly species
identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species. As such, it is staff’s
opinion that the proposed the project will not impact wildlife resources.
CORRESPONDENCE
As of the date that this report was printed, staff has not received any correspondence regarding
this application.
CONCLUSION
Based on the analysis contained within this report, staff is concluding that the proposed project
is consistent with the goals and intent of the General Plan and Zoning Code. Furthermore, staff
believes that all findings required for approving the Zone Change and Tentative Parcel Map can
be made in a positive manner. As such, staff is recommending that the Planning Commission
approve the Zone Change and Tentative Parcel Map No. 73791 (PLN-15-00223), subject to the
recommended conditions of approval.
EXHIBITS
A. Maps
B. Draft Resolution
C. Project Plans
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MAPS
Location
Aerial Photograph
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Existing Zoning
Proposed Zoning
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RESOLUTION NO. 16-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE A ZONE CHANGE (PLN-15-
00223), THEREBY REZONING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11434-11444 DOWNEY
AVE AND 8037 IOWA ST FROM M-2 (GENERAL MANUFACTURING) TO H-M
(HOSPITAL MEDICAL ARTS)
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. On November 12, 2015, the applicant submitted a request for a Zone Change and
Tentative Parcel Map No. 73791. After a complete review of the submitted material,
staff deemed the application incomplete on December 11, 2015 due to missing material
within the application packet; and,
B. On January 14, 2016, the applicant submitted the remaining information needed to
process the application. Accordingly, staff deemed the request complete on February
12, 2016; and,
C. On March 3, 2016, notice of the pending application published in the Downey Patriot and
mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on March 16, 2016, and
after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the
aforesaid public hearing adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the
environmental impact of the proposed project has been reviewed and has been found to be in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is categorically exempt
from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section 15332 (In-fill Development).
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the Zone Change, the Planning Commission further finds,
determines and declares that:
A. That the zone change is necessary and desirable for the development of the community
in harmony with the objectives of the General Plan and this chapter and is in the
interests or furtherance of the public health, safety, and general welfare. The subject
site has a General Plan Land Use Designation of Office. According to the General Plan,
in the vicinity of PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center) the Office
designation is implemented by the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) zone. This zone change
meets the intent of the land use designation. The expansion of medical uses by
changing the zoning is further supported by General Plan Policy No. 5.9.1, which states,
“Support the provision of health care services;” and Program No. 5.9.1.1, which states,
“Encourage the establishment and expansion of uses providing health care services and
areas designated for health care services.” The proposed zone change will provide
additional area to accommodate medical offices, which implements the proposed zoning
and existing general plan. Furthermore, the project site will exceed the minimum parcel
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requirements set forth in the zoning code. Together with meeting the intent of the land
use designation, this zone change will be in harmony with the objectives of the General
Plan is in the interests of the public health, safety, and general welfare.
B. That the zone change will be compatible and complementary to existing conditions and
adjoining property in the surrounding area. The surrounding area includes a variety of
uses, including industrial, residential, office, and medical uses. More specifically,
adjoining the east property line of the subject site is a medical office that is within the H-
M zone. This property links the project site to other H-M zoned parcels, which surround
and support PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center). Rezoning the
project site to H-M will make it compatible with other parcels in the vicinity and continue
to support the regional hospital.
C. That the site is adequate in size to accommodate the uses permitted in the zone
requested and that all applicable property development standards can be complied with.
The minimum size requirements for the parcels in the H-M zone is 6,000 square feet
size, 60’ width and 100’ depth. As part of his request, the applicant is proposing to
combine the six parcels comprise the project site into a single 26,805 square foot lot with
a width of 148’ and a depth of 162’. This exceeds the development standards for the
zone and creates a large developable site that can easily accommodate a medical office
that complies with all of the development standards set forth in the zoning code.
D. That the site properly relates to streets and highways designed and fully improved to
carry the type and quantity of traffic that is expected to be generated in the area and that
utilities exist or are planned which will adequately serve the property as rezoned. The
subject site is located on the northeast corner of Downey Ave and Iowa St. Downey
Avenue is a secondary arterial with four travel lanes (two in each direction). Iowa is a
collector street that has two travel lanes (one in each direction). Although no project is
being proposed at this time, city staff has reviewed the streets and potential project
scenarios. It was determined that the surrounding streets have sufficient capacity to
accommodate any future development that will occur on the property. Furthermore, all
utility systems are in place and can adequately serve future projects.
E. That the proposed zone change is in general conformance with the General Plan and
General Plan land use designation for the parcel. The subject site has a General Plan
Land Use Designation of Office. According to the General Plan, within the vicinity of PIH
Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center) the Office designation is
implemented by the H-M (Hospital Medical Arts) zone. Furthermore, General Plan
Policy No. 5.9.1, states, “Support the provision of health care services;” and Program
No. 5.9.1.1, states, “Encourage the establishment and expansion of uses providing
health care services and areas designated for health care services.” The proposed zone
change will provide additional area to accommodate medical offices, which implements
the proposed zoning and existing general plan.
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
approve a zone change (PLN-15-00223) and update the Comprehensive Zoning Map to rezone
the subject property to H-M (Hospital Medical Arts), as outlined in Exhibit A of this resolution.
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SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of March, 2016.
Matias Flores, Chairman
City Planning 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 16th day of March,
2016, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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EXHIBIT A
Existing Zoning
Proposed Zoning
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RESOLUTION NO. 16-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY APPROVING A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 73791 (PLN-15-
00223), THEREBY COMBINING SIX LOTS INTO A 26,805 SQUARE FOOT
PARCEL FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11434-11444 DOWNEY AVE AND
8037 IOWA ST.
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. On November 12, 2015, the applicant submitted a request for a Zone Change and
Tentative Parcel Map No. 73791. After a complete review of the submitted material,
staff deemed the application incomplete on December 11, 2015 due to missing material
within the application packet; and,
B. On January 14, 2016, the applicant submitted the remaining information needed to
process the application. Accordingly, staff deemed the request complete on February
12, 2016; and,
C. On March 3, 2016, notice of the pending application published in the Downey Patriot and
mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on March 16, 2016, and
after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the
aforesaid public hearing adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares the
environmental impact of the proposed project has been reviewed and has been found to be in
compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is categorically exempt
from CEQA, pursuant to Guideline Section 15332 (In-fill Development).
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the Tentative Parcel Map, the Planning Commission further finds,
determines and declares that:
A. That the proposed map is consistent with the General Plan. The proposed map will
allow the consolidation of several parcels into a single lot. The subject site has a
General Plan Land Use Designation of Office. According to the General Plan, within the
vicinity of PIH Downey (formerly Downey Regional Medical Center) the Office
designation is implemented by the H-M (Hospital Medical Office) zone. Part of this
request is to rezone the site to H-M. This approval (zone change and parcel map) will
create a new development opportunity for a medical office. The expansion of medical
uses further supported by General Plan Policy No. 5.9.1, which states, “Support the
provision of health care services;” and Program No. 5.9.1.1, which states, “Encourage
the establishment and expansion of uses providing health care services and areas
designated for health care services.” Accordingly, the proposed parcel map will provide
additional area to accommodate medical offices, which implements the proposed zoning
and existing general plan.
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B. That the site is physically suitable for the type and density of development. The
minimum size requirements for the parcels in the H-M zone is 6,000 square feet size, 60’
width and 100’ depth. The applicant is proposing to combine the six parcels that
comprise the project site into a single 26,805 square foot lot with a width of 148’ and a
depth of 162’. This exceeds the development standards for the zone and creates a large
developable site that can easily accommodate a medical office that complies with all of
the development standards set forth in the zoning code. This demonstrates that the site
has adequate size and shape to allow the full development of the proposed use in a
manner not detrimental to the particular area.
C. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious
public health problems. Combining the six parcels into a single lot will not alter the uses
on the site, nor will it change the overall lot size or dimensions. The proposed approval
does not have the capability to influence public health. Notwithstanding this, the map
does support the redevelopment of the site for a medical office. Although no project has
been proposed, the Planning Commission will be required to find that any future
development would not create an impact to public health at such time that the
development is proposed.
D. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within
the proposed subdivision. The proposed map will combine six lots into one parcel with
no development being proposed. The City has reviewed the site survey and preliminary
title report to verify any existing easements. All existing easements will be preserved in
place and will not be impacted.
E. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure wildlife or their
habitat. The subject site is currently improved with multiple industrial buildings. There
are no known areas within the City that host wildlife or their habitat, most particularly
species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species.
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 approves the Tentative Parcel Map No.
73791 (PLN-15-00223) subject to conditions of approval attached hereto as Exhibit A, which are
necessary to preserve the health, safety and general welfare of the community and enable the
Planning Commission to make the findings set forth in the previous sections. The conditions
are fair and reasonable for the accomplishment of these purposes.
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of March, 2016.
Matias Flores, Chairman
City Planning 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 16th day of March,
2016, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 73791
(PLN-15-00223)
EXHIBIT A - CONDITIONS
PLANNING
1) The approval of this of Tentative Parcel Map No. 73791 (PLN-15-00223) allows the
consolidation of six parcels into a single 26,805 square foot lot.
2) Approval of the Tentative Parcel Map No. 73791 (PLN-15-00223) shall not be construed
to mean any waiver of applicable and appropriate zoning regulations, or any Federal,
State, County, and City laws and regulations. Unless otherwise expressly specified, all
other requirements of the City of Downey Municipal Code shall apply.
3) The Owner/Applicant agrees, as a condition of approval of this resolution, to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless, at Applicant's expense, City and City's agents, officers and
employees from and against any claim, action or proceeding commenced within the time
period provided in Government Code Section 66499.37 to attack, review, set aside, void
or annul the approval of this resolution, to challenge the determination made by City
under the California Environmental Quality Act or to challenge the reasonableness,
legality or validity of any condition attached hereto. City shall promptly notify Applicant of
any such claim, action or proceeding to which City receives notice, and City will
cooperate fully with Applicant in the defense thereof. Applicant shall reimburse the City
for any court costs and attorney's fees that the City may be required to pay as a result of
any such claim, action or proceeding. City may, in its sole discretion, participate in the
defense of any such claim, action or proceeding, but such participation shall not relieve
Applicant of the obligations of this condition.
4) The City Planner is authorized to make minor modifications to the approved preliminary
plans or any of the conditions if such modifications shall achieve substantially the same
results as would strict compliance with said plans and conditions.
5) Prior to the approval of any future development projects on the site, the Final Parcel Map
shall have been recorded.
PUBLIC WORKS
6) The owner/applicant hereby consents to the annexation of the property into the Downey
City Lighting Maintenance District in accordance with Division 15 of the Streets and
Highways Code, and to incorporation or annexation into a new or existing Benefit
Assessment or Municipal Improvement District in accordance with Division 10 and
Division 12 of the Streets and Highways Code and/or Division 2 of the Government
Code of the State of California.
7) The owner/applicant shall dedicate a 25-ft corner property line radius at the intersection
of Downey Avenue and Iowa Street.
8) The owner/applicant shall provide that no easements of any type be granted over any
portion of the subdivision to any agency, utility or organization (private or public), except
to the City of Downey prior to recordation of the final map. The owner/applicant shall
grant easements in the name of the City, which shall include: Vehicular easements,
Walkway easements, Drainage easements, Utility easements
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Resolution No. ___________
Downey Planning Commission
11434-44 Downey Ave – PLN-15-00223
March 16, 2016 - Page 5
9) The owner/applicant shall submit a recorded Mylar copy of the final map, a digital
AutoCAD format file (AutoCAD 2012 or later) and scanned, uncompressed TIFF images
of final map on a portable media for city’s GIS system data updates and maintenance.
10) The owner/applicant shall provide and record utility easement(s) for access to, and
inspection and maintenance of, public water lines, meters and appurtenances, and
backflow devices
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