HomeMy WebLinkAbout2. PLN-17-00145 - 10221 & 10303 Downey AveSTAFF REPORT
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: APRIL 18, 2018
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBMITTED BY: ALDO E. SCHINDLER, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
REVIEWED BY: DAVID BLUMENTHAL, CITY PLANNER
PREPARED BY: MONICA ESPARZA, SENIOR PLANNER
SUBJECT: PLN-17-00145 (NEGATIVE DECLARATION, GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT, AND ZONE CHANGE) – A REQUEST TO AMEND THE
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION TO LOW-MEDIUM
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL AND REZONE TO R-2 (TWO-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL)
LOCATION: 10221 DOWNEY AVENUE & 10303 DOWNEY AVENUE
ZONING: C-P (PROFESSIONAL OFFICE) &
R-3 (MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
REPORT SUMMARY
Don Jervis, (hereinafter referred to as “the Applicant’) is requesting a General Plan Amendment
and Zone Change for two properties, to amend the current land use designation of both from
Low Density Residential to Low-Medium Density Residential and rezone one property from its
current zone designation of C-P (Professional Office) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential); the
Applicant is requesting to rezone the second property from R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) to
R-2 (Two-Family Residential). Pursuant to Code Section 9834, all General Plan Amendment
and Zone Change requests must obtain approval by the Planning Commission and the City
Council. Based on the analysis contained in this report, staff recommends that the Planning
Commission adopt the following titled resolution:
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND RECOMMENDING
TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVAL OF A
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO LOW MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
AND ZONE CHANGE TO R-2 (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) FOR
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 10221 DOWNEY AVENUE AND 10303 DOWNEY
AVENUE
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BACKGROUND
The subject sites are located on the west side of Downey Avenue, south of Florence Avenue,
and north of Lexington Road and are located directly adjacent to each other with 10221 Downey
Avenue located to the north of 10303 Downey Avenue. 10221 Downey Avenue has an area of
18,000 square feet and is improved with a one-story, single-family residence that is
approximately 1,700 square feet in size and was built in 1952. 10303 Downey Avenue also has
an area of 18,000 square feet and is improved with a one-story, single-family residence that is
approximately 1,405 square feet in size and was built in 1952. The current General Plan land
use designation and zoning for 10221 Downey Avenue is Low Density Residential and C-P
(Professional Office), respectively. The General Plan land use designation and zoning for
10303 Downey Avenue is Low Density Residential and R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential),
respectively. The surrounding uses include a two-story, nine-unit apartment building directly
adjacent and to the south of 10303 Downey Avenue, an office building directly north of 10221
Downey Avenue, one-story, single-family residences to the west of the sites, and a mix of
single-family and multiple-family residences to the east of Downey Avenue, along Lexington
Road. Downey Avenue between 7th Street and Florence Avenue is predominantly improved
with multiple-family residential developments in the form of apartments and condominiums. The
zoning and land use designations for the surrounding properties are as follows:
General Plan, Zoning and Existing Land Use
General Plan Zoning Existing Use
10221
Downey
Ave
Low Density
Residential
C-P Single-family Residential
10303
Downey
Ave
Low Density
Residential
R-3 Single-family Residential
North Office C-P Office
South Medium Density
Residential
R-3 Multiple-family Residential
East Low Medium Density
Residential
R-1 10,000 Single-family & Multiple-family
Residential
West Low Density
Residential
R-3 Single-Family Residential
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Project site as viewed from Downey Avenue
The history of 10303 Downey Avenue is as follows:
On April 22, 1959, the property owner, at the time, of 10303 Downey Avenue requested a Zone
Exception from the Planning Commission to convert the existing single-family dwelling unit into
a duplex and build a two-story, eight-unit apartment building to the rear of the lot. The Planning
Commission denied the request, stating that there was still a considerable amout of properties
zoned R-3 that were being used for single-family and therefore, “the property owner is not being
denied a property right.” After this decision, in 1978, the City Council approved a zone change
of this property, including the single-family residential uses adjacent to this property, to change
the zoning of these properties from R-1 5,000 to R-3, in an effort to create consistency with the
General Plan which stated that these properties should be slated for R-3 development. On
January 25, 2005, the 2025 General Plan was adopted. In this update, both 10221 Downey
Avenue and 10303 Downey Avenue were re-evaluated and returned to Low Density Residential
Land Use Designations.
The history of 10221 Downey Avenue is as follows:
On July 10, 2001, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 6496 approving a General Plan
Amendment to amend the Land Use Designation of 10221 Downey Avenue from Low Density
Residential to Office. Thereafter, on July 24, 2001, the City Council adopted Ordinance No.
1105 approving the zone change of the subject site from R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) to
C-P (Professional Office).
On March 15, 2017, the Applicant submitted a request for a General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change for 10221 Downey Avenue for a potential R-3 development. This request was
presented to the Planning Commission on June 21, 2017. The Planning Commission denied
this request based on the increase in density; however, during the discussion, the Planning
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Commission indicated they would consider an option with lesser density, as they felt this would
be more appropriate for the area.
On August 21, 2017, the applicant submitted a request for a General Plan Amendment and
Zone Change to amend the General Plan land use designation of both these properties from
Low Density Residential to Low Medium Density Residential and to rezone 10221 Downey
Avenue from C-P (Professional Office) to R-2 (Two-family Residential), and 10303 Downey
Avenue from R-3 (Multiple-family Residential) to R-2 (Two-family Residential). On February 27,
2018, Staff deemed the application complete. In accordance with California State Law, the
notice of the pending public hearing was published in the Downey Patriot and mailed to all
property owners within 500’ of the subject site on March 29, 2018.
DISCUSSION
The applicant is the property owner of both sites (10221 Downey Avenue and 10303 Downey
Avenue). If the requests for a General Plan Amendment and Zone Change are granted, the
Applicant intends to merge these two lots and develop the site with an R-2, two-family
residential development. Plans for the development of these two lots have not been submitted;
however, it should be noted that R-2 development does not require Planning Commission
review and would therefore be reviewed and approved at a staff level. In the event that the
Applicant proposes a condominium development, the Planning Commission would review the
Tentative Tract Map. The submitted application is solely to request a General Plan Amendment
and Zone Change for both of these sites.
Pursuant to the City’s Development Standards for R-2 lots, each lot can accommodate seven
(7) units with a maximum lot coverage of 50% and a maximum building height of two-stories or
30-feet, whichever is greater. As such, the Applicant could construct fourteen (14), two-story
dwelling units. The development of these sites would include landscaping, two-car, enclosed
parking spaces for the residents and 0.5 spaces per unit for guest parking. Under the previous
application to change the zoning to R-3, the lot sizes could have accommodated nineteen (19)
units. R-2 development on these sites will produce fewer units than an R-3 development.
General Plan Amendment
According to State Law, the General Plan serves as a guide to the long-term physical
development and growth of a community in 20 to 30 year increments. The plan identifies issues
confronting the community and outlines the long-term goals to address them with policies and
programs as steps to accomplish the goals of the plan. Since land use decisions, zoning
regulations, and other policies by the City are required to be consistent with the General Plan, it
is imperative that the General Plan be updated to reflect the changing concerns and needs of
the community. The City of Downey’s General Plan was first adopted in 1963 and was updated
in 1973, and in 1992. The current General Plan, Downey Vision 2025 was adopted in 2005.
During this latest update, 16 areas of the City underwent a change in Land Use Designation.
The subject sites are located in Area 7; the land use designation was changed from Office to
Low Density Residential. Based on staff’s analysis of these properties and the area surrounding
it, it seems as though this change occurred based on the current development of the lots as
single-family residential, and not how these properties relate to the surrounding area. Downey
Avenue has been improved with a significant amount of multiple-family residential
developments. A zone change to R-2 would allow the Applicant the ability to continue providing
multiple-family housing along Downey Avenue at a lower density than R-3. Additionally, there is
currently a Low Medium Density Residential Land Use Designation along the east side of
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Downey Avenue. This provides a seamless buffer between the high density and low density
uses that exist within this area.
Figure 1
Existing General Plan Land Use Designation Map
The request to amend this designation from Low Density Residential to Low Medium Density
Residential would provide a smooth transition between the high density apartment complexes
that surround this area and the mix of single-family and two-family residential development to
the east of Downey Avenue. Furthermore, Policy 1.3.1 of the General Plan states, “minimize or
eliminate conflicts where incompatible land uses in proximity.” This request is a good
opportunity to comply with this intention, as the current development of these sites in proximity
to office and multiple-family residential uses is not compatible.
Figure 2, pictured on the next page, illustrates the proposed General Plan amendment and the
transition referenced above.
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Figure 2
Proposed General Plan Land Use Designation
Zone Change
The Downey Municipal Code implements the objectives of the General Plan by adopting
regulations that seek to accomplish the goals of the General Plan. As such, the zoning
designations that are outlined in the Municipal Code and shown in the Zoning Map must be
consistent with the General Plan Land Use Designation. According to the General Plan, the
Low Medium Density Residential designation is implemented when a property is zoned R-2 –
Two-Family Residential. As previously stated, this would allow the Applicant to build fourteen
(14) units on these lots, complete with parking for the residents and landscaping. This is less
impactful than the current zoning of each of these properties, wherein an R-3 development of
both of these lots would yield nineteen (19) units and an office development could yield a
36,000 square-foot and 5 story office building, directly adjacent to single-family residential.
Furthermore, Downey Avenue is a fully-improved street. According to the Institute of
Transportation Engineers, an average of 6.5 trips are generated per dwelling unit, in apartment
complexes where 50% are entering and 50% are exiting on any given day. Downey Avenue is
fully equipped to handle this increase in trip generation. Additionally, all R-2 development is
subject to the development standards adopted in the Zoning Code, such as setbacks, height,
and noise. This will ensure minimal impacts on then adjacent uses.
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DEVELOPMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE
The City’s Development Review Committee did not review this request as no development is
proposed in association with this application.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Staff
prepared an Initial Study of Environmental Impact, which was posted on the City’s Website and
with the Los Angeles County Clerk. The public comment period is from March 29, 2018 to April
18, 2018. As part of the CEQA process, staff conducted the required tribal consultation. Staff
consulted with Andrew Salas, the Chairman of the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians – Kizh
Nation. Mr. Salas informed staff that there were no significant cultural resources associated
with this location, but would like to be in contact with the Applicant prior to excavation of the site.
Based on the Initial Study, public comment received, and tribal consultation, staff is
recommending that the Planning Commission adopt a Negative Declaration.
FINDINGS
General Plan Amendment
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 consistent with Policy 1.3.1 of the General
Plan which states that the City must “minimize or eliminate conflicts where incompatible
land uses are in proximity to each other.” The location of the single-family uses on the
subject sites is incompatible with the multiple-family residential developments to the
south of the sites and the office use to the north. The change from Low Density
Residential to Low Medium Density Residential allows for smaller-scale, multiple-family
residential development in the area without the mass of Medium Density Residential
Land Use Designation.
2. That the proposed General Plan Amendment will not adversely affect surrounding
properties or the surrounding environment.
The proposed General Plan Amendment will not adversely affect the surrounding
properties or environment as the area is predominantly improved with higher density,
multiple-family residential buildings. The future development of this property must
comply with the standards of the R-2 zone, which have been adopted by the City of
Downey, and are intended to be compatible with the area in which it is located.
Additionally, According to the Institute of Transportation Engineers, an average of 6.5
trips are generated per dwelling unit, in apartment complexes where 50% are entering
and 50% are exiting on any given day. Downey Avenue is fully equipped to handle this
increase in trip generation.
3. That the proposed General Plan Amendment promotes the public health, safety,
and general welfare and serves the goals and purposes of this article.
This land use designation is associated with the R-2 zone, which calls for less density
than an R-3 development and a smaller scale development. The future development of
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these sites will comply with all California Building Codes to protect the surrounding
properties. Additionally, it serves the goals and purposed of the General Plan in that
Program 1.3.1.2 intends to “promote certain land use designations or land use as buffers
between incompatible land uses.” The future R-2 would act as a buffer between the
office use along Florence Avenue and the R-3 development to the south, while staying in
character with the single-family residential units to the west.
4. That the proposed General Plan Amendment will not conflict with provisions of
this article, including the City’s subdivision ordinance.
The proposed General Plan Amendment does not conflict with the provisions of this
article, nor the City’s subdivision ordinance in that it promotes various goals and
programs of the General Plan and does not include a request to subdivide.
Zone Change
1. 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 interest or furtherance of the public health, safety, and general
welfare.
The requested zone change is necessary to accommodate the development of the lots
for Low Medium Density Residential. The existing zone of both of these sites is
incompatible with the General Plan Land Use Designation, and must therefore be
changed to allow the future development of the sites. Furthermore, it is in the interest of
the public health, safety, and general welfare in that it will provide more housing
opportunities for those who cannot currently find housing within the City.
2. That the zone change will be compatible and complementary to existing
conditions and adjoining property in the surrounding area.
The subject sites are currently developed with single-family residences that are
approximately 1,700 square-feet and are adjacent to offices to the north, single-family
residences to the west, multiple-family residential to the south, and a mix of single-family
and multiple-family to the east. The requested zone change will be compatible and
complementary to the existing conditions and adjoining properties in that multiple-family
residential currently exists along Downey Avenue. The existing development of the sites
is incompatible as is. Therefore, the zone change will accommodate the development of
R-2 development, which would be more compatible with the area and the mix of single-
family and multiple-family already existent in the area.
3. 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.
Although no development is proposed at this time, pursuant to Code Section 9312.08,
the minimum size of an R-2 lot is 5,000 square feet. The subject sites both have a lot
area of 18,000 square feet. The Applicant plans to merge both lots, which would allow
compliance with all the property development standards for the R-2 zone.
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4. 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 west side of Downey Avenue, south of Florence and
north of Lexington Road. The approval of this zone change would allow the construction
of up to fourteen (14) units. Downey Avenue is a fully-improved street. According to the
Institute of Transportation Engineers, an average of 6.5 trips are generated per dwelling
unit, in apartment complexes where 50% are entering and 50% are exiting on any given
day. Downey Avenue is fully equipped to handle this increase in trip generation.
5. That the proposed zone change is in general conformance with the General Plan
and General Plan land use designation for the parcel.
The proposed zone change is consistent with Policy 1.3.1 wherein the General Plan
states in intent is to “minimize or eliminate conflicts where incompatible land uses are in
proximity to each other”. This zone change would eliminate the incompatibility of two,
single-family residences in between multiple-family residential to the south and office to
the north. In association with the General Plan Amendment to Low Medium Density
Residential, the zone change will be compatible with the land use designation of these
sites as the requested zone is R-2.
CORRESPONDENCE
On September 5, 2017, Staff began correspondence with Daniel Jimenez regarding the
Applicant’s intentions to develop the property. Email correspondence between staff and Mr.
Jimenez is included as Exhibit “C”.
CONCLUSION
The Applicant’s request is to amend the General Plan Land Use Designation of 10221 Downey
Avenue and 10303 Downey Avenue from Low Density Residential to Low Medium Density
Residential and to change the zoning of 10221 Downey Avenue from C-P to R-2 and the zoning
of 10303 Downey Avenue from R-3 to R-2. Based on the analysis contained within this report,
staff concludes that the findings can be made for the General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change and that future development of these sites is in accordance with the intentions and
goals of the City’s General Plan. As such, staff recommends that the Planning Commission
adopt the attached Resolution, thereby recommending approval to the City Council of the
General Plan Amendment and Zone Change of the subject property.
EXHIBITS
A. Maps
B. Planning Commission Resolution
C. Correspondence from Daniel Jimenez
D. Initial Study and Negative Declaration
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Exhibit ‘A’ – Maps
Aerial Photograph
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Existing General Plan Land Use Designation Map
Existing Zoning Map
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Proposed General Plan Land Use Designation
Proposed Zoning Map
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RESOLUTION NO. 18-
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND RECOMMENDING
TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVAL OF A
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO LOW MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
AND ZONE CHANGE TO R-2 (TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) FOR
PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 10221 DOWNEY AVENUE AND 10303 DOWNEY
AVENUE
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 August 21, 2017, the applicant submitted a request for a General Plan Amendment
to change the land use designation of 10221 Downey Avenue from Low Density
Residential to Low Medium Density Residential and a Zone Change to change the zone
from C-P (Professional Office) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential); and change the land use
designation of 10303 Downey Avenue from Low Density Residential to Low Medium
Density Residential and change the zone from R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) to R-2
(Two-Family Residential); and,
B. On February 27, 2018 staff deemed the application complete; and,
C. In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act, a notice
of the intent to adopt the Negative Declaration was posted at the Los Angeles County
Recorder’s Office on March 27, 2018; and,
D. On March 29, 2018, notice of the pending application published in the Downey Patriot
and mailed to all property owners within 500' of the subject site; and,
E. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on April 18, 2018, 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 that after
preparing an Initial Study in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental
Quality Act, which found that the project will not have a significant environmental impact. As
such the Initial Study/Negative Declaration was circulated for public review from March 29, 2018
to April 18, 2018. Based on its own independent judgment that the facts stated in the initial
study are true, the Planning Commission hereby adopts a Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impacts.
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at
said public hearings regarding the General Plan Amendment, the Planning Commission further
finds, determines and declares that:
A. The proposed General Plan Amendment is consistent with Policy 1.3.1 of the General
Plan which states that the City must “minimize or eliminate conflicts where incompatible
land uses are in proximity to each other.” The location of the single-family uses on the
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subject sites is incompatible with the multiple-family residential developments to the
south of the sites and the office use to the north. The change from Low Density
Residential to Low Medium Density Residential allows for smaller-scale, multiple-family
residential development in the area without the mass of Medium Density Residential
Land Use Designation.
B. The proposed General Plan Amendment will not adversely affect the surrounding
properties or environment as the area is predominantly improved with higher density,
multiple-family residential buildings. The future development of this property must
comply with the standards of the R-2 zone, which have been adopted by the City of
Downey, and are intended to be compatible with the area in which it is located.
Additionally, According to the Institute of Transportation Engineers, an average of 6.5
trips are generated per dwelling unit, in apartment complexes where 50% are entering
and 50% are exiting on any given day. Downey Avenue is fully equipped to handle this
increase in trip generation.
C. This land use designation is associated with the R-2 zone, which calls for less density
than an R-3 development and a smaller scale development. The future development of
these sites will comply with all California Building Codes to protect the surrounding
properties. Additionally, it serves the goals and purposed of the General Plan in that
Program 1.3.1.2 intends to “promote certain land use designations or land use as buffers
between incompatible land uses.” The future R-2 would act as a buffer between the
office use along Florence Avenue and the R-3 development to the south, while staying in
character with the single-family residential units to the west.
D. The proposed General Plan Amendment does not conflict with the provisions of this
article, nor the City’s subdivision ordinance in that it promotes various goals and
programs of the General Plan and does not include a request to subdivide.
SECTION 4. 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. The requested zone change is necessary to accommodate the development of the lots
for Low Medium Density Residential. The existing zone of both of these sites is
incompatible with the General Plan Land Use Designation, and must therefore be
changed to allow the future development of the sites. Furthermore, it is in the interest of
the public health, safety, and general welfare in that it will provide more housing
opportunities for those who cannot currently find housing within the City.
B. The zone change will be compatible and complementary to existing conditions and
adjoining property in the surrounding areas. The subject sites are currently developed
with single-family residences that are approximately 1,700 square-feet and are adjacent
to offices to the north, single-family residences to the west, multiple-family residential to
the south, and a mix of single-family and multiple-family to the east. The requested zone
change will be compatible and complementary to the existing conditions and adjoining
properties in that multiple-family residential currently exists along Downey Avenue. The
existing development of the sites is incompatible as is. Therefore, the zone change will
accommodate the development of R-2 development, which would be more compatible
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with the area and the mix of single-family and multiple-family already existent in the
area.
C. 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. Although
no development is proposed at this time, pursuant to Code Section 9312.08, the
minimum size of an R-2 lot is 5,000 square feet. The subject sites both have a lot area
of 18,000 square feet. The Applicant plans to merge both lots, which would allow
compliance with all the property development standards for the R-2 zone.
D. 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 utilities
exist which will adequately serve the property as rezoned. The subject site is located on
the west side of Downey Avenue, south of Florence and north of Lexington Road. The
approval of this zone change would allow the construction of up to fourteen (14) units.
Downey Avenue is a fully-improved street. According to the Institute of Transportation
Engineers, an average of 6.5 trips are generated per dwelling unit, in apartment
complexes where 50% are entering and 50% are exiting on any given day. Downey
Avenue is fully equipped to handle this increase in trip generation.
E. The proposed zone change is in general conformance with the General Plan and
General Plan land use designation for the parcel. The proposed zone change is
consistent with Policy 1.3.1 wherein the General Plan states in intent is to “minimize or
eliminate conflicts where incompatible land uses are in proximity to each other”. This
zone change would eliminate the incompatibility of two, single-family residences in
between multiple-family residential to the south and office to the north. In association
with the General Plan Amendment to Low Medium Density Residential, the zone change
will be compatible with the land use designation of these sites as the requested zone is
R-2.
SECTION 5. Based upon the findings set forth in Sections 1 through 4 of this resolution,
the Planning Commission of the City of Downey hereby recommends that the City Council of the
City of Downey approve the request to amend the General Plan Land Use Designation at 10221
Downey Avenue from Low Density Residential to Low Medium Density Residential and approve
the request to rezone the same property from C-P (Professional Office) to R-2 (Two-Family
Residential); and amend the General Plan land use designation at 10303 Downey Avenue from
Low Density Residential to Low Medium Density Residential and rezone the same property from
R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential).
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SECTION 6. The Secretary shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 18th day of April, 2018.
Patrick Owens, 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 18th day of April,
2018, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
City Planning Commission
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General Plan Maps
Existing General Plan Land Use Designation Map
Proposed General Plan Land Use Designation Map
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Zoning Maps
Existing Zoning Map
Proposed Zoning Map
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