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Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes
July 14, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Council Chamber
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA
JENNIFER OLIVA
Chair, Ward 6 Representative
ISURI S. RAMOS
ViceChair,
Ward 3 Representative
CHRISTOPHER LEO
Citywide Representative
MANUEL J. ESCAMILLA
Ward 2 Representative
CARL BENNINGER
Ward 4 Representative
BAO PHAM
Ward 1 Representative
ALAN WOO
Ward 5 Representative
Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Executive Director
Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Legal Counsel
Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Planning Manager
Gema Zapien
Acting Recording
Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contact
Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to
make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation can
be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, Chair
Isuri S. Ramos, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Carl Benninger
Bao Pham
Manuel J. Escamilla
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Acting Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,
and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed
within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the
City Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and
5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed on
July 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June
24, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)
ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone Christian
Church (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515
to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.
Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET
(APN: 43017316)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger
to Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)
and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513
to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that would
provide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:
39825530)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)
representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).
Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514
to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interior
paint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code
Section 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permit
from a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or discharge
particulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or discharge
regulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet to
any public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or
Zoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental
Review ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
PERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATED
COMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000
LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THE
SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TO
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA.
Project Applicant:The City of Santa Ana
Proposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Council
adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend
Article XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from
CEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
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Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contact
Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to
make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation can
be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, Chair
Isuri S. Ramos, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Carl Benninger
Bao Pham
Manuel J. Escamilla
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Acting Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.
YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. Escamilla
Status: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,
and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed
within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the
City Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and
5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed on
July 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June
24, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)
ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone Christian
Church (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515
to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.
Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET
(APN: 43017316)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger
to Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)
and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513
to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that would
provide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:
39825530)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)
representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).
Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514
to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interior
paint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code
Section 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permit
from a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or discharge
particulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or discharge
regulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet to
any public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or
Zoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental
Review ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
PERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATED
COMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000
LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THE
SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TO
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA.
Project Applicant:The City of Santa Ana
Proposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Council
adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend
Article XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from
CEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting ID
is listed at the top of this agenda.
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Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the
City Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and
5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed on
July 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June
24, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)
ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone Christian
Church (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515
to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.
Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET
(APN: 43017316)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger
to Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)
and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513
to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that would
provide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:
39825530)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)
representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).
Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514
to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interior
paint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code
Section 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permit
from a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or discharge
particulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or discharge
regulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet to
any public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or
Zoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental
Review ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
PERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATED
COMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000
LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THE
SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TO
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA.
Project Applicant:The City of Santa Ana
Proposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Council
adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend
Article XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from
CEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting ID
is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
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Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to theCity Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed onJuly 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June24, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone ChristianChurch (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET(APN: 43017316)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benningerto Approve.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)
and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).
Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513
to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that would
provide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of
Exemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:
39825530)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)
representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).
Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514
to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interior
paint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal Code
Section 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permit
from a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or discharge
particulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or discharge
regulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet to
any public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or
Zoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental
Review ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
PERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATED
COMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000
LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THE
SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TO
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA.
Project Applicant:The City of Santa Ana
Proposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Council
adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend
Article XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from
CEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting ID
is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know you
wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
4 Planning Commission
7/14/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to theCity Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed onJuly 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June24, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone ChristianChurch (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET(APN: 43017316)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benningerto Approve.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that wouldprovide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:39825530)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interiorpaint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal CodeSection 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permitfrom a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or dischargeparticulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or dischargeregulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet toany public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant
to Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, or
Zoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small
Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental
Review ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERAL
PERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATED
COMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000
LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONE
PURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THE
SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TO
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA.
Project Applicant:The City of Santa Ana
Proposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Council
adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend
Article XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from
CEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting ID
is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know you
wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know you
wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
5 Planning Commission
7/14/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to theCity Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed onJuly 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June24, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone ChristianChurch (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET(APN: 43017316)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benningerto Approve.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that wouldprovide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:39825530)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interiorpaint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal CodeSection 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permitfrom a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or dischargeparticulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or dischargeregulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet toany public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, orZoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of SmallStructures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, EnvironmentalReview ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERALPERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATEDCOMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONEPURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THESPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OFCHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TOESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THECITY OF SANTA ANA.Project Applicant:The City of Santa AnaProposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Counciladopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amendArticle XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana MunicipalCode (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt fromCEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the
environment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filed
upon adoption of this ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX
ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF
CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO A
FRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA
GUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)
Recommended Action:
Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41
(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla to
Approve.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Administrative Matters
5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.
200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUE
LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.
Minutes: Staff provided an update.
6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026
TERM.
Recommended Action:
1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.
Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, Vice
Chair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
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Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
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6 Planning Commission
7/14/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to theCity Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed onJuly 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June24, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone ChristianChurch (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET(APN: 43017316)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benningerto Approve.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that wouldprovide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:39825530)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interiorpaint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal CodeSection 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permitfrom a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or dischargeparticulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or dischargeregulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet toany public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, orZoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of SmallStructures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, EnvironmentalReview ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERALPERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATEDCOMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONEPURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THESPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OFCHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TOESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THECITY OF SANTA ANA.Project Applicant:The City of Santa AnaProposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Counciladopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amendArticle XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana MunicipalCode (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt fromCEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQAGuidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirectphysical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuantto section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certaintythat there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on theenvironment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filedupon adoption of this ordinance.ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXXZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THECITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OFCHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO AFRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THECALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQAGUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)Recommended Action:Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving ZoningOrdinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – PassAdministrative Matters5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUELOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.Minutes: Staff provided an update. 6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026TERM.Recommended Action:1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, ViceChair Ramos accepted nomination.
Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,
Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo to
appoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appoint
Commissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.
YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Jennifer Oliva, Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appeal
period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds a
public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following the
hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of the
Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appeal
must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copy
sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00
p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall is
closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for public
business. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you 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 Planning Commission or City Council at or
before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
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Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for consideration by the
Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting.Comments received after the deadline may
not be distributed to the Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission members during the
inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
7 Planning Commission
7/14/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 14, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA JENNIFER OLIVAChair, Ward 6 RepresentativeISURI S. RAMOSViceChair,Ward 3 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative CARL BENNINGERWard 4 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing RecordingSecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contactMichael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City tomake reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation canbe found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Jennifer Oliva, ChairIsuri S. Ramos, ViceChairChristopher LeoCarl BenningerBao PhamManuel J. EscamillaAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSCONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to Approve.YES: 5 – Bao Pham, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 2 – Isuri Ramos, Manuel J. EscamillaStatus: 5 – 0 – 0 – 2 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to theCity Council for final determination. Legal notice for items 1 through 3 and5, were published in the OC Reporter on July 2, 2025, and notices were mailed onJuly 3, 2025. The legal notice for item 4 was published in the OC Register on June24, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (P)ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant: Steven Lee (Applicant) representing Anchor Stone ChristianChurch (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202515to allow the operation of a church at a former office tenant space.Environmental Impact: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 202554, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202515 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW AN ASSEMBLY USE LOCATED AT 2938 SOUTH DAIMLER STREET(APN: 43017316)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202515, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benningerto Approve.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass2.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT320 WEST FIFTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Chachmoni Macon, representing Evntfull Space (Applicant)and Broadway Improvement Company (Property Owner).Proposed Project: Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202513to allow the conversion of an eating establishment into a banquet facility that wouldprovide event space for smallscale gatherings and celebrations.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice ofExemption, Environmental Review ER No. 20252, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202513 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A BANQUET FACILITY TO OPERATE AT 320 W. FIFTH STREET (APN:39825530)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202513, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Applicant, Chachmoni Macon, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Woo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass3.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT3600 SOUTH SUSAN STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT.Project Applicant:Jeffrey Reese with C.J. Segerstrom & Sons (Property Owner)representing Anduril Industries (Applicant).Proposed Project:Request for approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 202514to allow the installation of an exterior above ground fuel dispenser and an interiorpaint booth, within an industrial building. Pursuant to Santa Ana Municipal CodeSection 41199.4, the uses are considered a noxious use as they require a permitfrom a regional, state, or federal agency to handle, store, emit or dischargeparticulate materials; exhaust emissions; or handle, store, emit or dischargeregulated compounds, and because they would be located within 1,000 linear feet toany public park, school, or property used or zoned for residential purposes.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuantto Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan, orZoning) and Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of SmallStructures) of the CEQA Guidelines. A Notice of Exemption, EnvironmentalReview ER No. 202546, will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202514 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW A LAND USE THAT REQUIRES A REGIONAL, STATE OR FEDERALPERMIT TO HANDLE, STORE, EMIT OR DISCHARGE REGULATEDCOMPOUNDS, MATERIALS, CHEMICALS, OR SUBSTANCES WITHIN 1,000LINEAR FEET OF A PUBLIC PARK, SCHOOL (K12), OR RESIDENTIAL ZONEPURSUANT TO SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 41199.4 IN THESPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 58 (SD58) ZONING DISTRICT FOR THEPROPERTY LOCATED AT 3600 S. SUSAN STREET (APN: 41426101)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202514, asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant.Pete Pzado on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Benninger, seconded by Commissioner Leo toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass4.ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502 AMENDING PORTIONS OFCHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (SAMC) TOESTABLISH REGULATIONS AS IT RELATES TO AFRAME SIGNS IN THECITY OF SANTA ANA.Project Applicant:The City of Santa AnaProposed Project:Planning Commission recommendation that the City Counciladopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202502 to amendArticle XI (OnPremises Signs) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana MunicipalCode (SAMC) to establish regulations as it relates to Aframe signs.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the adoption of this ordinance is exempt fromCEQA review pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQAGuidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirectphysical change in the environment. The project is also exempt from CEQA pursuantto section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certaintythat there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on theenvironment. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 202549, will be filedupon adoption of this ordinance.ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXXZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202502— AN ORDINANCE OF THECITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OFCHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO AFRAME SIGNS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THECALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQAGUIDELINES 15060(C)(2), 15060(c)(3) AND 15061(b)(3)Recommended Action:Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance approving ZoningOrdinance Amendment No. 202502 to amend several sections of Chapter 41(Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to Aframe signs.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff. Staff answered questions from the Commission.Moved by Commissioner Ramos, seconded by Commissioner Escamilla toApprove.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – PassAdministrative Matters5.STAFF UPDATE: APPEAL OF REVOCATION OF LAND USE CERTIFICATE NO.200303 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2610 WEST EDINGER AVENUELOCATED WITHIN THE COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C1) ZONING DISTRICT.Minutes: Staff provided an update. 6.ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION 20252026TERM.Recommended Action:1. Elect a Chairperson for the 20252026 term.2. Elect a Vice Chairperson for the 20252026 term.Minutes: Commissioner Escamilla nominated Vice Chair Ramos for Chair, ViceChair Ramos accepted nomination.Commissioner Woo nominated Commissioner Benninger for Vice Chair,Commissioner Benninger accepted nomination. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Woo toappoint Vice Chair Ramos as Chair for the 20252026 term.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – PassMoved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to appointCommissioner Benninger as Vice Chair for the 20252026 term.YES: 7 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Jennifer Oliva, Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 0 – Status: 7 – 0 – 0 – 0 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff.ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on July 28, 2025, at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 7:51 p.m.APPEAL INFORMATIONThe formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday appealperiod, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645 holds apublic hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day following thehearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or requirement of thePlanning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or group. The appealmust be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required filing fee, and a copysent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the Commission's action, by 5:00p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed holiday or a day when City hall isclosed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next day City Hall is open for publicbusiness. Please note: Under California Government Code Sec. 65009, if you challenge in courtany of the matters on this agenda for which a public hearing is to be conducted, you may belimited to raising only those issues which you (or someone else) raised orally at the publichearing or in written correspondence received by the Planning Commission or City Council at orbefore the hearing.
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