HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-11-19_AGENDA PACKETPLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 1 February 11, 2019
Minh Thai
Executive Director
CITY OF SANTA ANA
PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, California
MARK McLOUGHLIN
Chair, Citywide Representative
CYNTHIA CONTRERAS-LEO
Vice Chair, Ward 5 Representative
ERIC ALDERETE
Ward 1 Representative
LYNNETTE VERINO
Ward 2 Representative
KENNETH NGUYEN
Ward 3 Representative
DAVID BENAVIDES
Ward 4 Representative
ANGIE CANO
Ward 6 Representative
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by the Chairperson. Request to Speak shall not be accepted after the public comment session begins without
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Lisa E. Storck
Legal Counsel
Candida Neal, AICP
Planning Manager
Sarah Bernal
Recording Secretary
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Basic Planning Commission Meeting Information
Five-Year Strategic Plan (2014-2019):
Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles - The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its community. The vision, mission and guiding
principles (values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and organization on a cours e that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow.
Vision - The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: •Investment in youth •Safe and healthy community •Neighborhood pride •Thriving economic climate
•Enriched and diverse culture •Quality government services
Mission – “To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic environment, opportunities for our youth, and
a high quality of life for residents.”
Guiding Principles - •Collaboration •Efficiency •Equity •Excellence •Fiscal Responsibility •Innovation •Transparency
Strategic Plan Goals/Objectives/Strategies:
Goal 1 - Community Safety
Goal 2 - Youth, Education, Recreation
Goal 3 - Economic Development
Goal 4 - City Financial Stability
Goal 5 - Community Health, Livability, Engagement & Sustainability
Goal 6 - Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Goal 7 - Team Santa Ana
Code of Ethics and Conduct: The people of the City of Santa Ana, at an election held on February 5, 2008, approved an amendment to the City Charter which established the
Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public confidence. A copy of the City’s Code can be
found on the Clerk of the Council’s webpage. The following are the core values expressed: Integrity · Honesty · Responsibility · Fairness · Accountability · Respect · Efficiency
Senate Bill 343: As required by Senate Bill 343, any non-confidential writings or documents provided to a majority of the Planning Commission members regarding any item on
this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the Planning & Building Agency during normal business hours.
Planning Commission: The Santa Ana Planning Commission consists of seven residents of the city who are appointed by Santa Ana City Councilmembers. The Commission
meets regularly on the second and fourth Monday of each month in the Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Meetings begin at 5:30 p.m.,
unless otherwise noted.
The Planning Commission is responsible for providing input to the City Council on long-range planning. Santa Ana’s long-range planning goals are embodied in the General Plan.
The General Plan and the amendments to it are reviewed by the Planning Commission and adopted by the City Council. The General Plan is im plemented through the City’s
development regulations.
The Planning Commission has the authority to approve or deny applications concerning development within the City. The category of applications includes Tentative Tract Maps,
Conditional Use Permits, Minor Exceptions, and Variances. The Planning Commission also makes recommendations to the City Council on all applications for amendments to Zoning
and the General Plan.
Agenda: An agenda is provided for each Planning Commission meeting. The Planning Commission agenda is posted on the posting boards outside the Civic Center entrance and
Council Chamber. Meeting agendas and approved minutes are kept current on the City website at www.santa-ana.org/cc/city-meetings. The items on the agenda are arranged in
four categories:
Consent Calendar: These are relatively minor in nature, do not have any outstanding issues or concerns, and do not require a public hearing. All consent calendar items
are considered by the Commission as one item and a single vote is taken for their approval, unless an item is pulled from the consent calendar for individual discussion. There is no
public discussion of consent calendar items unless requested by the Commission.
Public Hearings: This category is for case applications that require, by law, a hearing open to public comment because of the discretionary nature of the request. Public
hearings are formally conducted and public input/testimony is requested at a specific time. This is your opportunity to speak on the item(s) that concern you. If, in the future, you wish
to challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or someone else)
raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by the City at or before the hearing.
Business Items: Items in this category are general in nature and may require Commission action. Public input may be received at the request of the Commission. See
information for Speaker’s Card/Request to Speak on the first page.
Work Study Session: Items in this category are generally items requiring discussion. No action will be taken. Persons wishing to speak regarding Work Study Session
matters should file a "Request to Speak" form with the Recording Secretary.
Staff Reports: Staff reports can be downloaded from the City’s website at https://www.santa-ana.org/cc/city-meetings If you have any questions regarding any item of business
on the agenda for this meeting, or any of the staff reports or other documentation relating to any agenda item, please contact the Planning and Building Agency at 714-667-2732.
Appeals: The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the ten-day appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41-643, 41-
644 or 41-645 holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the hearing and decis ion by the City Council. An appeal from
the decision or requirement of the Planning Commission must be filed with the Clerk of the Council and a copy sent to the Planning Department within ten days of the date of the
Commission’s action. The appeal may be made by any interested party, individual or group.
Submittal of information for dissemination or presentation at public meetings:
Media Types and Guidelines
1. Written Materials/Handouts: Any member of the public who desires to submit documentation in hard copy form may do so prior to the meeting or at the time he/she
addresses the Planning Commission. Please provide 15 copies of the information to be submitted and file with the Recording Secretary at the time of arrival to the
meeting. This information will be disseminated to the Planning Commission at the time testimony is given.
2. Large Displays/Maps/Renderings: Any member of the public who desires to display freestanding large displays or renderings in conjunction with their public testimony
is asked to notify the Planning and Building Agency at 714-667-2732 no later than noon on the day of the scheduled meeting.
3. Electronic Documents/Audio-Visuals: Any member of the public who desires to display information electronically in conjunction with their public testimony is as ked to
submit the information to the Planning and Building Agency at 714-667-2732 no later than noon on the day of the scheduled meeting.
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 3 February 11, 2019
CITY OF SANTA ANA
PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS - At this time the members of the public may address the Planning
Commission regarding any non-agenda items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the
Commission. No action may be taken on non-agenda items unless authorized by law.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendation on the following Consent
Calendar Item: A-B.
A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2019 {STRATEGIC PLAN
NO. 5, 1}
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Minutes.
B. EXCUSED ABSENCES
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Excuse absent commission members.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine by the Planning
Commission. These items will be enacted by one motion without discussion unless otherwise
directed by the Chairperson. Persons wishing to speak regarding Consent Calendar matters
should file a "Request to Speak" form with the Recording Secretary.
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PUBLIC HEARING
1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2018-27 TO ALLOW AN AUTOMATED CAR WASH,
AND VARIANCE NO. 2018-13 TO ALLOW A DRIVEWAY WITHIN 150 FEET OF AN
INTERSECTION FOR THE PROJECT LOCATED AT 1703 E. 17TH STREET IN THE
ARTERIAL COMMERCIAL (C-5) ZONING DISTRICT. LEON FELUS, APPLICANT
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 3, 2}—Ali Pezeshkpour, Case Planner.
Pursuant to the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) the project is exempt per
Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines – Class 3/urban infill exemptions.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on February 1, 2019 and notices
mailed on February 1, 2019.
The applicant has requested the matter be continued.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: Continue the matter until February 25, 2019.
2. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2019-01 TO AMEND THE ZONING DISTRICT
KNOWN AS SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 82 (SD-82) TO ALLOW SCHOOLS TO
OPERATE WITHIN THE SD-82 ZONING DISTRICT. THIS ACTION WILL ALLOW VISTA
HERITAGE CHARTER SCHOOL TO OPERATE AT 2609 W. FIFTH STREET – RED HOOK
CAPITAL PARTNERS III, LLC, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 3,2} — Vince
Fregoso, Case Planner.
Pursuant to the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) the project is exempt per
Section 15332 of the CEQA guidelines.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on February 1, 2019 and notices
mailed on February 1, 2019.
RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance
approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2019-01.
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BUSINESS CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Business Calendar are generally items requiring discussion and
action. Persons wishing to speak regarding Business Calendar matters should file a "Request
to Speak" form with the Recording Secretary.
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3. NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PRESENTATION ON PROGRAMS AND
ACTIVITIES IN FEBRUARY 2019.
COMMENTS
4. STAFF COMMENTS
5. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT – The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 25, 2019 at 5:30
p.m. in the Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
2841 W McArthur Blvd. #B_ Type 41 alcoholic beverage control (ABC) license for the on premise sale of beer and wine, at a bona fide public
eating establishment.
1010 N Tustin Ave_ Calvary Church of Santa Ana is requesting approval of a master plan to allow the various uses on their chu rch campus.
In conjunction with the request, Calvary Church is requesting approval of a specific development plan for their campus.
1514 N. English Street_tentative tract map in order to subdivide two lots into six lots that will allow the construction for six new single-family
residences.
2250 E. 17th Street_ facilitate the construction of an eating establishment with a drive-through window service
Vehicle Miles Traveled Resolution_ In accordance with SB 743, adopt thresholds of significance for VMT which is the new metric in evaluating
future CEQA traffic impacts
WORK STUDY SESSION
All matters listed under the Work Study Session are generally items requiring discussion. No
action will be taken. Persons wishing to speak regarding Work Study Session matters should
file a "Request to Speak" form with the Recording Secretary.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 28, 2019
ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
January 28, 2019
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
5:32 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COMMISSIONERS Present:
CYNTHIA CONTRERAS-LEO, Vice Chair
MARK MCLOUGHLIN, Chair
ANGIE CANO
KENNETH NGUYEN
LYNETTE VERINO
COMMISSIONERS Absent:
ERIC ALDERETE
DAVID BENAVIDES
STAFF Present:
MINH THAI, Executive Director
CANDIDA NEAL, Planning Manager
LISA STORCK, Assistant City Attorney
SARAH BERNAL, Recording Secretary
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS (on non-agenda items):
Dalve Helvig: Thanked commission for recommending that City Council deny the project proposed
at 2525 N. Main Street.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on Consent Calendar Items: A-B.
*Items highlighted in yellow were pulled for separate action.
A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2019
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
MOTION: Nguyen SECOND: Verino
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VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Alderete, Benavides (2)
B. EXCUSED ABSENCES
MOTION: Excuse absent commission members: Alderete and Benavides
MOTION: Contreras-
Leo
SECOND: Nguyen
VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
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BUSINESS CALENDAR ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING
1. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2018-03 AND SPECIAL USE PERMIT NO. 2018-01 TO
ALLOW THE SUBDIVISION OF AN EXISTING 9.98-ACRE PARCEL INTO SIX AIR-RIGHT
CONDOMINIUM UNITS LOCATED AT 1920 E. DEERE AVENUE – LUKE CORSBIE,
APPLICANT.
Pursuant to the California Environment Act (CEQA), the project is categorically exempt per
Section 15301 of the CEQA guidelines.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on January 18, 2019 and notices
mailed on January 18, 2019.
Case Planner Ivan Orozco provided a presentation which included a description of the
project, project background and project analysis.
Chair McLoughlin opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public
Hearing was closed.
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MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2018-03 (County Map 2017-
155), as conditioned.
2. Adopt resolution approving Special Use Permit No. 2018-01, as conditioned.
MOTION: Verino SECOND: Contreras-Leo
VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Alderete, Benavides (2)
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2018-25 TO ALLOW THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC
BEVERAGES FOR ON-PREMISE CONSUMPTION AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 2019-02 TO ALLOW AFTER-HOURS OPERATION AT JUGOS ACAPULCO WITH
WINGS RESTAURANT LOCATED AT 307 E. FIRST STREET, UNITS 1-A, 1-B AND 1-C –
CONCUELO ARREDONDO, APPLICANT
Pursuant to the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) the project is exempt per Section
15301 of the CEQA Guidelines.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on January 18, 2019 and notices
mailed on January 18, 2019.
Chair McLoughlin disclosed that Jill Wallace contacted him regarding the matter.
Case Planner Jerry Guevara provided a presentation which included a description of the
project, project background and project analysis. Commission discussion ensued regarding
on premise security, site plan, outdoor patio, homeless persons in the surrounding area,
hours of operation, and hours for sale of alcoholic beverages.
The applicant spoke in support of the matter and addressed concerns rega rding security
and operation plan for the selling of alcoholic beverages.
Written communication in support of the matter was received by the following individuals:
Rose Ann Kings
Chris Williams
Written communication in opposition of the matter was received by the following individuals:
Michael Gailings
Javier Saenz
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Chair McLoughlin opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public
Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Nguyen motioned to approve the matter as recommended by staf f; it was
seconded by Commissioner Cano. Commissioner Verino expressed concern with the sale
of alcohol, security, and outdoor patio furniture. Following discussion, Commissioner Verino
moved to amend the original motion. Commissioner Nguyen accepted the amendm ent.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2018 -25 and
Conditional Use Permit No. 2019-02 as conditioned, with the following added
conditions: limit the sale, service and consumption of alcohol from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00
p.m.; require an on- premise security guard during the sale, service and consumption
of alcohol; and require outdoor furniture to be removed from the patio during non-
business hours.
MOTION: Nguyen SECOND: Cano
VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Alderete, Benavides (2)
3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2019-26 TO ALLOW A DRIVE-THROUGH LANE AND
VARIANCE NO. 2018-12 TO ALLOW A REDUCTION IN REQUIRED STREET -SIDE
SETBACKS AND A DRIVEWAY WITHIN 150 FEET OF A STREET INTERSECTION FOR
A NEW RESTAURANT BUILDING LOCATED AT 2701 NORTH GRAND AVENUE– AMIR
HOURIANI, APPLICANT
Pursuant to the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) the project is categorically
exempt per Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines – Class 3/urban infill.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on Ja nuary 18, 2019 and notices
mailed on January 18, 2019.
Case Planner Ali Pezeshkpour provided a presentation which included a description of the
project, project background and project analysis.
The applicant spoke in support of the matter.
Chairperson McLoughlin opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the Public
Hearing was closed.
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MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-26 as conditioned
to allow drive-through window service; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 2018-12 as conditioned to allow for:
a. A reduction in required landscape setbacks; and
b. Utilization of two existing driveways within 150 feet of a street intersection.
MOTION: Nguyen SECOND: Verino
VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Alderete, Benavides (2)
4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2019-01 TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
NEW TWO-STORY, 9,928-SQUARE FOOT COMMUNITY SERVICE BUILDING AND
ADDITIONAL SEATS WITHIN THE EXISTING CHURCH FOR ARCHANGEL MICHAEL
COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH LOCATED AT 4405 WEST EDINGER AVENUE, AND
MINOR EXCEPTION NO. 2019-01 TO ALLOW THE TWO-STORY COMMUNITY SERVICE
BUILDING TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT OF 27 FEET BY 5 FEET, 5
INCHES, FOR A TOTAL HEIGHT OF 32 FEET 5 INCHES. THE PROJECT ALSO
INCLUDES DEMOLITION OF FIVE EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES AND
CONSOLIDATION OF THE LOTS INTO ONE PARCEL – MARIAM SOLIMAN APPLICANT
Pursuant to the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA) the project is exempt per
Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines - Class 32 In-Fill Development Projects.
Legal noticed published in the Orange County Reporter on January 18, 2019 and notices
mailed on January 18, 2019.
Case Planner Selena Kelaher provided a presentation which included a description of the
project, project background and project analysis. Commission discussion ensued regarding
site access, conditions of approval, parking, and neighborhood concerns.
The applicant spoke in support of the matter. Reported that the current facility is in poor
condition and the proposed project will greatly be nefit the congregation. Also reported that
Church has been working with neighborhood to address concerns regarding parking.
Written communication in support of the matter was received by the following individuals:
Martha Tadross
Atef Tadross
Joseph Qest & Mina Milad
Frank Hernandez
Mary Tadros
Gabriela V. Mattar
Sabri Rizkalla
Isis Tadros
Shery Assal
Raphaela Sefine
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Maryam Antoun G. Kassab
Sameh Armanios
Remonda Morcos
Victo Armanios
Tu Nguyen
Written communication in opposition of the matter was received by the following individuals:
Patricia Wells
Royal & Julie Melcher
Debbie Zuver
Petra Vetter
Anh Truong
Chair McLoughlin opened the Public Hearing.
Those in support of the project indicated that the congregation currently gathers in the
basement for bible study and other events. However, the basement is not ideal as there are
no windows and it often floods. It was asserted that the proposed expansion will greatly
benefit all members of the congregation by creating a proper setting for bible study,
activities, and church events.
The below individuals spoke in support of the matter.
Mark Moussa
Sam Armanios
John Saddik
Sara Selwanes
Daniel Hanna
Debbie Jarin Said
Mark Malek
Andrew Messiha
Patrick Ghobry
Joseph Girgis
Mark Fanous
Those in opposition to the project expressed particular concern with the overflow parking
into the adjacent neighborhood and increased traffic generated by the Church. Concern was
also expressed regarding speeding, double parking, and project design (building mass and
the concrete wall along the project site), littering, and noise. It was asserted that the Church
has not been a good neighbor; it has not worked with the community to mitigate concerns
and it does not maintain the church-owned property located in the neighborhood. Further,
the proposed project will negatively affect the character of the neighborhood,
The below individuals spoke in opposition of the matter.
Amy De La Fuente
Linda Becerra
Joan Todisco
Rolf Vetter
George Vetter
Irma Ramirez
Judy Stevenson
Debbie Zuver
Lorena Velarde Acuesta
Rose Velarde
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There were no other speakers and the Public Hearing was closed.
The applicant spoke further in support of the matter and provided additional information
regarding the Parking Management Plan and other measures taken by the Church to
address neighborhood concerns.
Commission discussion ensued regarding the Church’s mitigation efforts regarding
neighborhood concerns and the alleged conditional use permit violations regarding the use
of sporting equipment in the parking lot area. The Commission generally agreed that it is in
the best interest of both parties to attempt to work together to resolve the issues.
MOTION: Continue the matter for six months
MOTION: McLoughlin SECOND: Cano
VOTE: AYES: Cano, Contreras-Leo, McLoughlin, Nguyen, Verino (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Alderete, Benavides (2)
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COMMENTS
5. STAFF COMMENTS:
Executive Director Thai reviewed the memorandum provided to the Commission regarding
Subcommittees and Work Study Sessions.
6. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
Commissioner Nguyen
Encouraged everyone to attend the TET Festival in Little Saigon.
8:33 P.M. ADJOURNMENT –The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 11,
2019 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
Sarah Bernal
Recording Secretary
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LS 2.11.19
ORDINANCE NO. NS-XXXX
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA AMENDING SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
NO. 82 (SD-82) ZONING DISTRICT TO ALLOW SCHOOLS
AS A PERMITTED USE, AMEND THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD A DEFINITION OF SCHOOLS
AND TO ADOPT A SET OF OPERATIONAL STANDARDS
FOR SCHOOLS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana hereby finds, determines
and declares as follows:
A. The City Council, by Ordinance No. NS-2777, adopted October 20, 2008,
rezoned property located at, and adjacent to, 2501 West Fifth Street, more
specifically described in said ordinance, to Specific Development Plan No. 82
(SD-82) for such property.
B. It is now desired to allow schools as a permitted use within the SD-82 zoning
district, define “schools”, and adopt operational standards for schools to
minimize any impacts resulting from their presence in the SD-82 district.
C. On February 11, 2019, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing and voted to recommend that the City Council adopt Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 2019-01.
D. The City Council, on March 5, 2019, held a duly noticed public hearing on this
ordinance and has considered all testimony presented thereto.
Section 2. The proposed ordinance has been reviewed with respect to
applicability of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA
Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq.). The project
is exempt from CEQA as it can be seen with certainty that there is no impact on the
environment [Section 15061(b) (3)] and a Notice of Exemption will be filed upon
adoption of this ordinance.
Section 3. Section 41-150 (Reserved) of Chapter 41 of the SAMC is hereby
amended to read as follows:
Sec. 41-150.5. – Reserved Schools.
A school means any public, charter, or private educational facility for elementary,
middle, junior high, and high school, serving kindergarten through twelfth grade
students, including denominational and sectarian, boarding schools, and military
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academies, but does not include preschools and child day care uses as defined in
Section 41-42.5.
Section 4. The Specific Development No. 82 (SD-82) zoning document is
hereby amended to read as follows:
TEMPLO CALVARIO ASSEMBLY OF GOD
Specific Development Plan No. 82
Section 1. Applicability of Ordinance
The specific development zoning district for the Templo Calvario Assembly of God
Church, as authorized by Chapter 41, Division 26, Sec. 41-593 et seq. of the Santa
Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), is specifically subject to the standards and
regulations contained in this plan for the express purpose of establishing land use
regulations and standards. All other applicable chapters, articles and sections of
the SAMC shall apply unless expressly stated or superseded by this ordinance.
Section 2. Purpose
The Specific Development Plan No. 82 (SD-82) for Templo Calvario consist of
standards and regulations established for the express purpose of protecting the
health, safety and general welfare of the people of the City of Santa Ana by
promoting and enhancing the value of properties and encouraging orderly
development of the property.
Section 3. Uses Permitted
1. The following uses are permitted in the SD-82 District:
(a) The compounding, processing, or treatment of raw or previously used
materials into a finished or semi-finished product, excluding those
specified in SAMC section 41-489.5.
(b) The manufacture of products from raw or previously treated
materials, excluding those uses specified in section 41-489.5.
(c) The assembly of products from raw or previously treated materials,
excluding those uses specified in section 41-489.5.
(d) The packaging or distribution of previously prepared products or
materials, excluding those uses specified in section 41-489.5.
(e) Wholesale establishments where the primary trade is business-to-
business sale of products, supplies and equipment.
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(f) Storage of previously prepared goods, products or materials for eventual
distribution or sales where the goods, products or materials are the
property of the owner or operator of the building or structure.
(g) Machine shop or other metal working shops.
(h) Warehousing.
(i) Impound yards (storage only) with no office or dispatching operations.
(j) Laundry and dry cleaning establishments in conjunction with plant
operation for such establishment on the premises.
(k) Eating establishments not specified in section 41-472.5.
(l) Research laboratories that do not generate hazardous waste materials.
(m) Service stations with no more than two thousand (2,000) square feet of
the gross floor area devoted to non-automotive related product sales.
(n) Truck, boat and heavy equipment sales, rental, and service.
(o) Movie, photography, musical or video production studios.
(p) Bulk products sales [twenty-five (25) cubic feet or greater] when such
products are the primary sales activity.
(q) Public utility structures.
(r) Blueprinting, photoengraving, screen printing and other reproduction
processes.
(s) Wholesale nursery and plant storage.
(t) Contractor's yard.
(u) Automotive repair and service, including body and fender repair, painting,
and engine replacement.
(v) Home improvement warehouse store.
(w) Sales of industrial products, supplies and equipment used for final
product manufacture.
(x) Lumberyard, including mill and sash work if conducted entirely within an
enclosed building.
(y) Recycling facilities not in excess of forty-five thousand (45,000) gross
square feet and in compliance with section 41-1253 of this Code
including:
(1) Small collection facilities.
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(2) Large collection facilities.
(3) Light processing facilities.
(z) Adult entertainment businesses, subject to compliance with the
requirements of article XVII of this chapter.
(aa) Storage and distribution of hazardous materials.
(bb) Schools
2. The following uses are permitted when ancillary to any use permitted by section
3-1 or to any use permitted subject to a conditional use permit:
(a) Administrative office use occupying up to thirty (30) percent of the gross
floor area.
(b) Product sales or service uses occupying up to five (5) percent of the
gross floor area.
(c) Child care facilities occupying up to thirty (30) percent of the gross floor
area; provided, however, that no combination of uses permitted by this
section shall exceed thirty (30) percent of the gross floor area.
(d) The outside storage of Class I and Class II liquids (as defined in the fire
code of the City of Santa Ana) in above-ground fixed storage tanks when
properly screened pursuant to section 41-622 of the Code, as it may be
amended from time to time. As used herein, "tank" means a vessel
containing more than sixty (60) gallons.
(e) Enclosed storage where the goods, materials or supplies stored are the
property of the owner or operator of the building or structure occupying up
to thirty (30) percent.
3. The following uses may be permitted in the SD-82 district subject to the issuance
of a conditional use permit:
(a) Principal industrial uses if occupying less than seventy (70) percent of the
gross floor area with the remainder of the floor area allocated to office use
only.
(b) Storage of new or used buildings or houses.
(c) Child care facilities other than as permitted by section 41-472.1.
(d) Trade schools which provide instruction which requires the operation of
heavy equipment or machinery normally associated with manufacturing
operations such as woodworking or machine shops.
(e) Kennels for the temporary care and lodging of dogs and other
domesticated household animals.
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(f) Eating establishments permitted in section 41-472 which operate between
12:00 and 5:00 a.m. and which are within one hundred fifty (150) feet of a
residential use.
(g) Eating establishments with drive-through window service.
(h) Petroleum and gas storage.
(i) Freight, bus and truck terminal.
(j) Industrial medical clinics which offer medical services by referral only and
do not offer overnight stays.
(k) Administrative office use ancillary to a permitted industrial use occupying
more than thirty (30) percent of the gross floor area.
(l) Heavy processing recycling uses.
(m) Car wash facility.
(n) Banquet facilities as an ancillary use to a restaurant or eating
establishment, subject to development and operational standards set
forth in section 41-199.1.
(o) Commercial storage not within five hundred (500) feet of an arterial street
(as defined in the city's circulation element) or freeway or within one
thousand (1,000) feet of a freeway intersection.
(p) Mini-warehouse uses; provided that no conditional use permit shall be
granted unless a written finding is made that the parcel on which the use
is proposed is not within five hundred (500) feet of an arterial street (as
defined in the city's circulation element) or freeway, or within one
thousand (1,000) feet of a freeway intersection.
(q) Recreational vehicle, vehicle and/or boat storage yard; provided that no
conditional use permit shall be granted unless a written finding is made
that the parcel on which the use is proposed is: not within five hundred
(500) feet of an arterial street (as defined in the city's circulation element)
or freeway, or within one thousand (1,000) feet of a freeway intersection.
(r) Data center uses; provided that no conditional use permit shall be granted
unless a written finding is made that the parcel on which the use is
proposed is: not within five hundred (500) feet of an arterial street (as
defined in the city's circulation element) or freeway, or within one
thousand (1,000) feet of a freeway intersection.
(s) Churches and ancillary church uses.
Section 4. Development Standards
1. Walls and Screening. Any equipment, whether on the roof, side of building
or ground, shall be screened. The method of screening shall be
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architecturally integrated with the building in terms of materials, color, shape
and size.
2. Landscaping Standards. All landscaped areas shall be irrigated using an
automatic irrigation system. The project shall provide landscaping
consistent with the existing landscape theme and existing improvements on-
site. A six-inch raised concrete curb shall be required around all landscape
planters unless approved by City Landscape Associate.
(a) A landscaped area not less than 10 feet wide shall be maintained on the
north (OCTA right-of-way) parking lot on Fairview Street.
(b) All new landscaped planters and landscaped areas shall meet the
commercial landscape planter standards.
(c) Vine pockets shall be provided along the north (OCTA right-of-way) block
wall every 15 feet.
3. Architectural and Design Features.
(a) Exterior Materials: Changes to the exterior materials and finishes
shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
The materials and finishes shall be consistent with those found on the
site.
(b) Trash Enclosures: Trash enclosures and similar ancillary structures
are to match the texture, materials and color palette of the proposed
buildings.
(d) Lighting Standards/fixtures: A minimum of one-foot candle of light
shall be provided throughout the parking area. Specifications of light
standards/fixtures and photometrics plan shall be submitted to the
Planning Division for approval.
4. School Operational Standards
a) School bus drop-off and pick-up areas shall be limited to the front of
the building only.
b) Student drop-off and pick-up areas (vehicles) shall be limited to the
rear of the building. The easterly driveway adjacent to Templo
Calvario shall be the only driveway used for the drop-off and pick-up
functions.
c) Physical education activities shall be limited to indoors only. No
activities shall be conducted outside the building. A minimum of 10
square feet of physical activity area per student shall be provided.
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d) Student enrollment for the school shall be capped at a maximum of
960 students.
e) A parking management plan shall be submitted to the Planning
Division prior to the start of each school year. The plan shall be
submitted to Planning Staff and the community association at least 15
days prior to the start of school. The plan shall include provisions for
parking during special events at the school.
f) The school shall submit an Annual Special Events Program to
Planning Staff and the local association at least 15 days prior to the
start of the school year. The program shall include provisions for
notification of neighbors within SD-82, vehicle circulation, and parking
during special events at the school.
g) Schools are subject to periodic review by the Planning Division to
ensure compliance with the Operational Standards. Failure to comply
with the Operational Standards may result in a review by the Planning
Commission for further action.
Section 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of
this ordinance for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of
any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council of the City of Santa Ana hereby
declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection,
sentence, clause phrase or portion thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more
sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions be declared invalid or
unconstitutional.
ADOPTED this ______ day of ______________, 2019.
_______________________
Miguel A. Pulido
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
By:________________________
Lisa Storck
Assistant City Attorney
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AYES: Councilmembers __________________________________
NOES: Councilmembers __________________________________
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers __________________________________
NOT PRESENT: Councilmembers __________________________________
CERTIFICATE OF ATTESTATION AND ORIGINALITY
I, NORMA MITRE, Acting Clerk of the Council, do hereby attest to and certify that the
attached Ordinance No. NS-XXXX to be the original ordinance adopted by the City
Council of the City of Santa Ana on _______________, 2019 and that said ordinance
was published in accordance with the Charter of the City of Santa Ana.
Date: ________________ ____________________________________
Acting Clerk of the Council
City of Santa Ana
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N CLARA STN SULLIVAN STW CAPE COD WY
W 5TH STN FAIRVIEW STW6TH ST
W 3RD ST
W 7TH ST
CIVIC CENTER DR W
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Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2019-012501-2609 West Fifth Street
Date: 1/30/2019 Exhibit 2 - Vicinity Zoning and Aerial View
I0250 500125
Feet
Zoning Classification
M1 - Light Industrial
O - Open Space
R1 - Single-Family Residence
R2 - Two-Family Residence
SD82 - Specific Development 82
500ft Buffer
SITE
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