2010 JUN 15 - CC PACKETAGENDA
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
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agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
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(5) minutes in length.
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meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2010 — 5:00 P.M.
Next Resolution # 4554
Next Ordinance # 1443
5:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 ormore to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including
the Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et s_ g.) for the purposes of
conferring with the City's Real Property Negotiator, and /or conferring with the City
Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under
Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor
Negotiators; as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(a) -1- matter
1. City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et. al. LASC Case No. BS094279
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(b): -0-
potential case (no further public statement is required at this time); Initiation of litigation
pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(c): -0- matter.
APPOINTMENT AND PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
(Gov't. Code § 54957) -1- matter Position: City Manager.
CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6): -1-
matters
Represented Group: Police Support Services Employees Association (PSSEA),
City Employees Association (CEA), Firefighters Association (FFA), Police
Managers Association (PMA), Police Officers Association (POA), Supervisory
and Professional Employees (S &P)
Negotiators: Jack Wayt, Bob Hyland and Rich Kreisler
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -0-
matters
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AGENDA
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
The City Council, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon properly posted and listed
agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
website at www.elsegundo.org and additional copies will be available at the City Council meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the Agenda, the Public can only comment on City - related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the City Council and /or items listed on the Agenda during the Public
Communications portions of the Meeting. Additionally, the Public can comment on any Public Hearing
item on the Agenda during the Public Hearing portion of such item. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person.
Before speaking to the City Council, please come to the podium and state: Your name and residence
and the organization you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
Members of the Public may place items on the Agenda by submitting a Written Request to the City Clerk
or City Manager's Office at least six days prior to the City Council Meeting (by 2:00 p.m. the prior
Tuesday). The request must include a brief general description of the business to be transacted or
discussed at the meeting. Playing of video tapes or use of visual aids may be permitted during meetings if
they are submitted to the City Clerk two (2) working days prior to the meeting and they do not exceed five
(5) minutes in length.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in this meeting, please contact City Clerk, 524 -2305. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2010 - 7:00 P.M.
Next Resolution # 4554
Next Ordinance # 1443
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION — Father Robert Victoria, St. Anthony's Catholic Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Carl Jacobson
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PRESENTATIONS
a. Presentation to El Segundo Boys Volleyball Team for CIF Championship
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to
take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the
Agenda by title only.
Recommendation — Approval.
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
1. Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive
public testimony concerning adopting a resolution supporting the
proposed issuance of Recovery Zone Facility Revenue Bonds ( RZFRB) by
the California Municipal Finance Authority (CMFA) in an amount not to
exceed $250,000,000, to finance or refinance the acquisition, construction,
reconstruction and /or renovation of certain improvements related to the
manufacturing of usable fuels and petroleum products at the Chevron El
Segundo Refinery located at 324 W. El Segundo Blvd. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Open the public hearing; (2) Take public testimony; (3)
Adopt resolution approving CMFA's issuance of financing for Chevron
Corporation's RZFRB project(s); (4) Alternatively, discuss and take other action
related to this item.
2. Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive
testimony regarding: 1) an Environmental Assessment for a proposed
Categorical Exemption; and 2) a Zone Text Amendment amending the El
Segundo Municipal Code (`ESMC ") off - street parking and loading
regulations Applicant: City Initiated. (Fiscal Impact: N /A)
Recommendation — (1) Open the public hearing; (2) Discussion; (3) Introduce
and waive first reading of Ordinance for Zone Text Amendment No. 07 -02; (4)
Schedule second reading and adoption of Ordinance on July 6, 2010 or on the
first regularly scheduled meeting thereafter; (5) Alternatively, discuss and take
other action related to this item.
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3. Receive and file report prepared by the County of Los Angeles regarding
transitioning the El Segundo Fire Department's ( "ESFD ") services to the
Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (aka the Los
Angeles County Fire Department). Consideration and possible action to
direct staff to undertake further analysis of potential impacts including,
without limitation, an analysis pursuant to Elections Code § 9212 regarding
an initiative petition currently being circulated that would require, if
adopted, that ESFD's services be performed by the County.
Recommendation — (1) Receive and file report prepared by the County of Los
Angeles regarding transitioning ESFD to the County; (2) Consideration and
possible action to direct staff to undertake further analysis of the impacts of
transitioning ESFD to the County including, without limitation, an analysis under
Elections Code § 9212 regarding the initiative petition currently being circulated
that would require, if adopted, that ESFD be transitioned to the County; (3)
Alternatively, take other related action as directed by Council.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
4. Consideration and possible action to announce the candidates of the
Library Board of Trustees, Senior Citizen Housing Corporation Board,
Community Cable Advisory Committee and Environmental Committee.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Announce the appointees to the Library Board of
Trustees, Senior Citizen Housing Corporation Board, Community Cable Advisory
Committee and Environmental Committee, if any; (2) Alternatively, discuss and
take other action related to this item.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and passed unanimously. If a call for
discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered individually under the next heading of
business.
5. Warrant Numbers 2577515 to 2577710 on Register No. 17 in the total
amount of $581,715.13 and Wire Transfers from 5/20/10 through 6/03/10 in
the total amount of $993,013.75.
Recommendation — Approve Warrant Demand Register and authorize staff to
release. Ratify: Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early
due to contracts or agreement; emergency disbursements and /or adjustments;
and wire transfers.
6. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2010 and Special Meeting
Minutes of June 1, 2010.
Recommendation — Approval.
7. Consideration and possible action regarding approval of a Resolution
delegating authority for making disability determinations to the City
Manager and Human Resources Director pursuant to Government Code §
21173 (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Approve attached Resolution; (2) Alternatively, discuss
and take other action related to this item.
8. Consideration and possible action to award a standard Public Works
Contract to Advance Sewer Technologies, Inc. for the Cleaning and Closed
Circuit Television (CCTV) inspection of sewer lines west of Sepulveda
Boulevard between El Segundo Boulevard and Imperial Avenue. (Project
No.: PW 10 -02) and adoption of Plans and Specifications for the CCTV
inspection of sewer lines east of Sepulveda Boulevard, between El
Segundo Boulevard and Imperial Highway. (Fiscal Impact $183,951.11)
Recommendation — (1) Authorize the City Manager to execute a Standard Public
Works Contract in a form as approved by the City Attorney with Advanced Sewer
Technologies, Inc., in the amount of $167,228.28; (2) Adopt Plans and
Specifications and authorize staff to advertise the project for receipt of
construction bids.; (3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this
item.
9. Consideration and possible action regarding the second reading and
adoption of Ordinance No. 1443 amending regulation of massage
establishments within the City of El Segundo. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1443;
(2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
10. Consideration and possible action regarding the design and location of a
City of El Segundo monument sign provided by the Boeing Corporation at
the intersection of Imperial Highway and Sepulveda Boulevard. (Fiscal
Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Approve the proposed City of El Segundo monument sign
design and location at the intersection of Imperial Highway and Sepulveda
Boulevard; (2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
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11. Consideration and possible action to approve a contract amendment to the
employment agreement with Robert Hyland for the position of Director of
Human Resources, effective July 1, 2010. (Fiscal Impact: $73,500)
Recommendation — (1) Authorize the City Manager to execute an extension to
the contract employment agreement, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney;
(2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
F. NEW BUSINESS
12. Consideration and possible action to establish an annual Tobacco Retail
License Fee (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Provide direction to staff regarding adopting a Tobacco
Retail License Fee; (2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this
item.
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY
I. REPORTS — CITY CLERK
13. Consideration and possible action regarding Council consensus to cancel
the July 6, 2010 City Council Meeting. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — (1) Approve cancellation of the July 6, 2010 City Council
Meeting; (2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
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Council Member Fuentes —
Council Member Brann —
Council Member Jacobson —
Mayor Pro Tern Fisher —
Mayor Busch —
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only, — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have receive value of $50 or more to communicate
to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so
identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and
punishable by a fine of $250. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to
take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
MEMORIALS —
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the Brown Act
(Government Code Section §54960, et sue.) for the purposes of conferring with the City's Real Property
Negotiator, and /or conferring with the City Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or
discussing matters covered under Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with
the City's Labor Negotiators.
REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION (if required)
ADJOURNMENT
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Orders of Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive public testimony
concerning adopting a resolution supporting the proposed issuance of Recovery Zone
Facility Revenue Bonds ( RZFRB) by the California Municipal Finance Authority
(CMFA) in an amount not to exceed $250,000,000, to finance or refinance the
acquisition, construction, reconstruction and /or renovation of certain improvements
related to the manufacturing of usable fuels and petroleum products at the Chevron E1
Segundo Refinery located at 324 W. El Segundo Blvd. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open the public hearing;
2. Take public testimony;
3. Adopt resolution approving CMFA's issuance of financing for Chevron Corporation's
RZFRB project(s);
4. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Resolution approving CMFA's issuance of bonds
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: $N /A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Bill Crowe, Assistan ' it anager
REVIEWED BY: Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The City of El Segundo is being asked to adopt a resolution approving of the issuance of tax -
exempt bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority (the "Authority") to finance or
refinance the acquisition, construction, reconstruction and /or renovation of certain improvements
related to the manufacturing of usable fuels and petroleum products at the Chevron E1 Segundo
Refinery (the "Corporation "). Such approval is required for compliance with the federal tax laws
under the Tax and Equity Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 ( "TEFRA "), as well as Section 9 of
the Authority's Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement (the "Agreement "). This
approval will not constitute any other approval of the local agency. Therefore, in order for any
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financing for a private entity to be completed on a tax- exempt basis, the TEFRA hearing process
must be completed by the legislative body of the local agency in which the proposed project will
be located.
The Bonds would be tax- exempt private activity bonds for the purposes of the Internal Revenue
Code and, as such, require the approval of the elected body of the governmental entity having
jurisdiction over the area where the project to be financed is located. The City will not be under
any obligation to repay the Bond indebtedness.
In order for the Authority to issue such Bonds, the City must (1) conduct a public hearing
allowing members of the public to comment on the proposed Project, and (2) approve of the
Authority's issuance of Bonds on behalf of the proposed financing. Although the Authority (not
the City) will be the issuer of the tax- exempt revenue bonds for the Project, the financing cannot
proceed without the City being a member of the Authority and, as the governmental entity
having jurisdiction over the site, approving of the Authority's issuance of indebtedness.
The Authority is a California joint exercise of powers authority created on January 1, 2004,
organized and existing under the laws of the State of California (specifically, California
Government Code Section 6500 and following). Under the California Government Code, cities
are authorized to form by agreement a governmental entity that combines the powers of such
entities to perform certain governmental functions specifically outlined in the Agreement. To
date, over 100 municipalities, including the City of El Segundo, have become members of
CMFA. The Authority is authorized to assist in the financing of exempt facilities projects.
There is no direct or indirect financial impact to the City of El Segundo as a result of this
proposed financing. The Authority will issue tax - exempt revenue bonds on behalf of the Project.
The tax- exempt revenue bonds are payable solely out of the revenues derived by the Corporation
from the applicable Project. No financial obligations are placed on the City for project financing
costs or debt repayment. However, the Authority will charge the Corporation an upfront fee for
the issuance of the Bonds. From that fee, the Authority shall allocate up to $25,000 to the City of
El Segundo for its use toward any municipal purpose. Additionally, a donation of up to $25,000
from the California Foundation for Stronger Communities will be made to local non -profit
agencies on behalf of the City of E1 Segundo.
It is recommended that the City Council approve, by resolution, the issuance of tax - exempt
revenue bonds by California Municipal Finance Authority in an aggregate principal amount not
to exceed $250 million, to assist Chevron.
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO APPROVING
THE ISSUANCE OF THE CALIFORNIA MUNICIPAL FINANCE AUTHORITY
REVENUE BONDS (CHEVRON U.S.A. INC. PROJECT), SERIES 2010 IN AN
AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000,000 FOR THE
PURPOSE OF FINANCING OR REFINANCING THE ACQUISITION,
CONSTRUCTION, RECONSTRUCTION AND /OR RENOVATION OF REFINERY
FACILITIES AND CERTAIN OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO
The City Council of the City of El Segundo resolves as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A, The California Municipal Finance Authority (the "Authority ") has been requested
by Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a Pennsylvania corporation (the "Corporation "), to issue
its bonds (the "Bonds ") to finance or refinance the acquisition, construction,
reconstruction and /or renovation of refinery facilities (the "Project ") located at 324
West El Segundo Boulevard in the City of El Segundo, California (the "City "), in the
County of Los Angeles, California (the "Project "). The Project will include, but may
not be limited to, capital expenditures for property relating to the production of
usable fuels through the process of thermal cracking, fluidized catalytic cracking
and hydro cracking of heavy crude oil. The initial owner, operator or manager of
the Project will be the Corporation.
B. Pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended
(the "Code "), the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority must be approved by the
City because the Project is located within the territorial limits of the City and
because the Authority will for federal income tax purposes be acting on behalf of
the City in the issuance of the Bonds;
C. The City Council of the City (the "City Council ") is the elected legislative body of
the City and is an applicable elected representative within the meaning of Section
147(f) of the Code authorized to approve the issuance of the Bonds;
D. The Authority has requested that the City Council approve the issuance of the
Bonds by the Authority in order to satisfy the public approval requirement of
Section 147(f) of the Code and the requirements of Section 4 of the Amended
and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement, dated as of January 1, 2004
(the "Agreement "), among certain local agencies, including the City;
E. Pursuant to Section 147(f) of the Code, the City Council has, following notice
duly given, held a public hearing regarding the issuance of the Bonds in one or
more series and at a single time or from time to time in accordance with a plan of
financing, and now desires to approve the issuance of the Bonds by the
Authority;
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F. Section 1401 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 ( "ARRA ")
added Sections 14000 -1 through 14000 -3 to the Code, authorizing states,
counties and large municipalities to issue Recovery Zone Facility Bonds;
G. Recovery Zone Facility Bonds may be issued to finance "recovery zone property"
(as defined in Section 14000 -3 of the Code) within a recovery zone (a "Recovery
Zone ") (as defined in Section 14000 -1 of the Code);
H. The County, pursuant to a resolution adopted on January 26, 2010, designated
the entire geographic area of the County as a Recovery Zone within the meaning
of ARRA;
In order to enable the Authority to issue the Bonds as Recovery Zone Facility
Bonds on behalf of the City, the City has reviewed the findings of the Staff of the
County of Los Angeles Chief Executive Office, dated January 26, 2010, which
support the County designation of the entire County, including the City, as a
Recovery Zone.
SECTION 2: The above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 3: The City Council hereby approves the issuance of the Bonds by the
Authority in one or more series and at a single time or from time to time in accordance
with a plan of financing. It is the purpose and intent of the City Council that this
resolution constitute approval of the issuance of the Bonds by the Authority, for the
purposes of (a) Section 147(f) of the Code by the applicable elected representative of
the governmental unit on behalf of whom the Bonds will be issued and of the
governmental unit having jurisdiction over the area in which the Project is located, in
accordance with said Section 147(f) and (b) Section 4 of the Agreement.
SECTION 4: The City hereby confirms the County's determination that the geographic
area of the County, including all such area included within the boundaries of the City, is
a Recovery Zone and, based on the County's determination; the City further specifically
designates the entire area included within its boundaries as a Recovery Zone.
SECTION 5: The officers of the City are hereby authorized and directed, jointly and
severally, to do any and all things and to execute and deliver any and all documents
which they deem necessary or advisable in order to carry out, give effect to and comply
with the terms and intent of this resolution and the financing transaction approved
hereby.
SECTION 6: This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of El Segundo
this 15th day of June, 2010.
ATTEST:
Cindy Mortesen
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
Eric Busch, Mayor
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Orders of Business — Public Hearing
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to open a public hearing and receive testimony regarding: 1)
an Environmental Assessment for a proposed Categorical Exemption; and 2) a Zone Text
Amendment amending the El Segundo Municipal Code (`SSMC ") off - street parking and loading
regulations. Applicant: City Initiated (Fiscal Impact: N /A)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open the public hearing;
2. Discussion;
3. Introduce, and waive first reading of Ordinance for Zone Text Amendment No. 07-
02;
4. Schedule second reading and adoption of Ordinance on July 6, 2010 or on the first
regularly scheduled meeting thereafter; and/or,
5. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
j� 1. Draft Ordinance and Exhibits
L 2. Draft Ordinance and Exhibits (Strike- out/Underline Version)
3. Planning Commission staff report dated May 27, 2010 and attachments
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Manager �Y
REVIEWED BY: Greg Carpenter, Director Planning and Building afety C'
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manage (\
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed Zone Text
Amendment. After receiving testimony and documentary evidence, the Commission adopted
Resolution No. 2674, recommending City Council approve Environmental Assessment No. 755
and Zone Text Amendment No. 07 -02.
I. Introduction
The proposed Zone Text Amendment consists of a comprehensive update of the City's parking
and loading space regulations. It repeals and replaces ESMC Title 15 Chapter 15 (Off- Street
Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and amends sections in Chapters 1 (Title;
Interpretation; Definitions), 2 (General Provisions), 4 (Residential Zones), 16 (Developer
Transportation Demand Management), 17 (Employer /Occupant Transportation Systems
Management), and 24 (Adjustments). The amendments to these Chapters affect parking and
Project Applications
The applications include the following:
1) Environmental Assessment (EA) No. 755 California Environmental Quality Act
C( EQA) — A Categorical Exemption (CE) for Environmental Assessment No 755 is
proposed for this project pursuant to the Public Resources Code and the CEQA
Guidelines.
2) Zone Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 07 -02 — to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code
(ESMC) Chapter 15 -15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to
add a new Chapter 15 -15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC
Chapter 15 -24 (Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6
(Corner Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 15 -4A -8
(Off Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access
(R -1 Zone)), 15 -4B -10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15- 16 -3(B)
(Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking (TSM)).
II. Background
In 2007, the City Council gave staff specific direction to research possible amendments to the
City's off - street parking and loading space regulations. After a hiatus in the project due to a high
level of development activity, staff resumed its research in 2009 and held informational meetings
with the Planning Commission, the City Council, and the Planning and Building Safety Advisory
Committee.
On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of
Environmental Assessment No. EA -755 and Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 07 -02 amending
the El Segundo Municipal Code (`ESMC ") off - street parking and loading regulations. A draft
ordinance including the recommended changes to the ESMC is attached to this report (see
Exhibit Nos. 1 and 2) and discussed briefly below. Exhibit 2 provides a strikeout - underline
format for all modified municipal code sections except for the Parking and Loading Standards
Chapter 15 -15 which has been substantially re- organized. Cross references to the existing and
new renumbered sections of the Parking and Loading Standards chapter are provided in the
attached Planning Commission staff report (Exhibit 3).
III. Analysis
The overall goal of the proposed Zone Text Amendment (ZTA) is to comprehensively update the
City's off - street parking and loading space standards. The primary objectives of this update are
to:
• Improve code organization
• Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed in the current code
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■ Make the parking and loading standards more flexible and give staff more discretion in their
application.
■ Facilitate predictability of code requirements for staff and the public
These objectives are consistent with the direction City Council gave staff in 2007 and the input
staff received in the past year.
Summary of Amendments
The major changes included in the proposed ZTA are outlined below. A more comprehensive
discussion of all the proposed changes is provided in the Planning Commission staff report dated
May 27, 2010, which is attached to this report (see Exhibit No. 3).
Adjustments. The proposed ZTA would grant the Director of Planning and Building Safety new
authority to approve deviations from the off - street parking and loading standards using the
existing adjustment process and a new administrative adjustment process. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety ( "Director') makes decisions on requests for code deviations in the
existing "Adjustment" process, however his/her decision is not final until the Planning
Commission reviews the request as a "Receive and File" item. The Director's decision related to
certain minor requests would be final in the proposed "Administrative Adjustment" process
unless the decision is appealed to the Planning Commission. The Administrative Adjustment
process will allow an expedited decision process for minor deviations from the parking and
loading development standards.
Required Parking Spaces. The proposed ZTA would reorganize the list of uses requiring parking
spaces. The ZTA would significantly expand the list of uses, increase the number of use
categories, and provide new and expanded definitions for those uses. The intent of these changes
is to have more predictable parking standards for an expanded list of uses and to organize the
code in a more user - friendly manner.
Reductions in the Number of Required Parking Spaces. The proposed ZTA would allow the
Director to approve reductions in the required number of parking spaces for any use by a
maximum of 10% or 20 spaces. It would also expand the Planning Commission's authority,
allowing it to approve reductions for up to 20% of the required parking spaces.
Off - Street Loading Standards. Two major changes are proposed for loading spaces. First, three
different types of loading spaces are proposed including a passenger size loading space, a small
truck space and a large truck space. Second, the number of required loading spaces would be
determined by the specific use, not the zoning district as is the case under the current standards.
These changes are proposed to address the fact that the number and size of loading spaces is
more appropriately determined by the type of use. In addition to these changes, the proposed
ZTA would extend the Director's authority to approve adjustments in loading space standards.
Use of Illustrations. The proposed ZTA would incorporate 11 new illustrations to better display
and clarify the proposed parking and loading space standards.
New Development Standards. New standards have been incorporated in the proposed ZTA to
address the following issues: parking area striping, parking lot slope, parking clearance and
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obstructions, vehicle ramps. Adding these standards would give staff and the public better
guidance regarding parking area design. New standards are also incorporated into the proposed
ZTA to limit the size of single - family residential garages.
Modified Development Standards. The proposed ZTA would modify several standards
including, driveway and parking area paving, parking space location, tire stops, landscaping,
parking dimensions, parking structure standards, and standards related to residential properties,
such as garage size.
Required Parking Spaces. The proposed ZTA would modify the parking requirement for
caretaker units, food -to -go uses, restaurant uses, and public assembly uses, and it would add
requirements for live /work uses, mini - storage, and data centers.
Required Bicycle Spaces. The proposed ZTA would increase the required number of bicycle
spaces for most nonresidential uses and establish a minimum requirement for multiple- family
residential uses.
Changes in other chapters of the Zoning Code. To ensure consistency among all chapters in
the Zoning Code, the proposed ZTA includes minor changes to language and references to
the parking and loading spaces regulations in ESMC Chapters 15 -1, 15 -2, 15 -4, 15 -16, 15 -17,
and 15 -24.
Existing Standards that Remain Unchanged
Several sections of the existing parking and loading standards would remain largely
unchanged, but they have been reordered and combined with other sections in the proposed
ZTA.
A complete discussion of all the proposed changes is included in the Planning Commission
staff report dated May 27, 2010, which is attached to this report.
IV. Plannins Commission Hearing and Public Input
The Planning Commission held its public hearing on the proposed ZTA on May 27, 2010. One
person representing a commercial property owner offered testimony during the public hearing.
Her comments included a request to clarify the language in certain code sections as proposed; to
limit certain parking setback requirements to properties fronting on public streets only so as to
exclude properties on private streets; to allow greater discretion and flexibility regarding the
proposed loading space screening requirements, and streamlining the timeline for the proposed
administrative adjustment process. Staff expressed its opinion that these concerns are addressed
in the proposed ordinance.
Comments received from other City departments have been attached to the staff report. No other
written comments were received from the public prior to the Commission hearing. The
Commission briefly discussed and supported the proposed standards for limits on the size of
single - family residential garages, the revised loading spaces standards established by use rather
than by zoning district, and the added flexibility of the proposed administrative adjustment
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than by zoning district, and the added flexibility of the proposed administrative adjustment
process for minor deviations in the parking and loading requirements. The Commission
recommended approval of the proposed ordinance as drafted.
V. Environmental Review
In accordance with the Public Resources Code and the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) Guidelines, the proposed ordinance is categorically exempt from the requirements of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Categorical Exemption 15301
(Class 1 — Existing Facilities); Categorical Exemption 15303 (Class 3- New Construction or
Conversion of Small Structures); Categorical Exemption 15304 (Class 4 — Minor Alterations to
Land); Categorical Exemption 15305 (Class 5 — Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations),
and Categorical Exemption 15311 (Class 11 - Accessory Structures).
VI. Recommendation
Planning staff recommends that the City Council introduce and waive first reading of the
attached draft Ordinance to approve Environmental Assessment No. EA -755 and amend the El
Segundo Municipal Code (`SSMC ") off - street parking and loading regulations. Second readin
and adoption of the Ordinance would occur on July 6, 2010 or on July 20, 2010 if the July 6t
City Council meeting is cancelled.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Ell SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
( "ESMC ") PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS.
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On March 22, 2007, City staff provided the Planning Commission a status
report on research regarding possible amendments to El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") Chapter 15 -15 regulating parking and loading;
B. On April 3, 2007, the City Council directed staff to recommend changes to
the ESMC;
C. On April 5, 2007, the City of El Segundo filed an application t amend the
ESMC's regulations regarding parking and loading;
D. On September 22, 2009, City staff met with the Planning and Building
Safety Advisory Group to review and discuss the off - street parking and
loading standards;
E. On November 12, 2009, the Planning Commission considered staff's
recommendations and provided staff further direction;
F. On December 15, 2009, the City Council considered staff and Planning
Commission recommendations. It directed staff to prepare proposed
changes to the ESMC;
G. This Ordinance was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
H. In addition, the City reviewed the project's potential environmental impacts
of this Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 Cal Code. of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.,
the "CEQA Guidelines ") and the City's Environmental Guidelines (City
Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993);
The Planning and Building Safety Department completed its review and
scheduled the public hearing regarding the application before the Planning
Commission for May 27, 2010;
J. On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to
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receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed
amendment, including, without limitation, information provided to the
Planning Commission by City staff and public testimony;
K. On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2674
recommending City Council approve Environmental Assessment No. EA-
755 for Zone Text Amendment No. 07 -02;
L. On June 15, 2010, the City Council held a public hearing and considered
the information provided by City staff and public testimony; and adopted
an ordinance approving Environmental Assessment No. EA -755 for Zone
Text Amendment No. 07 -02;
M. In adopting this Ordinance, the Council intends simply to regulate parking
and loading, impose the community's design standards, and protect public
health and safety; and
N. When adopting this Ordinance, the City considered the entire
administrative record concerning parking and loading regulations
including, without limitation, information set forth in staff reports presented
to the El Segundo Planning Commission and City Council; public
testimony; the City's General Plan; and other evidence set forth in the
record or commonly known to the community.
SECTION 2: Findings. The findings set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No.
2674 are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference as if fully set forth.
SECTION 3: All instances of the term "Director of Community, Economic and
Development Services" set forth in the ESMC sections affected by this Ordinance are
amended to read "Director of Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 4: The definitions of "Cafe," "Drive- Through Restaurant" and "Food- to -Go"
set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 are respectively renamed "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant,
Drive - Through," and "Restaurant, Food- to -Go." The terms "Cafe," "Drive- Through
Restaurant," and "Food- to -Go," as used in the ESMC, however, may be used
interchangeably with "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant, Drive - Through," and "Restaurant,
Food- to -Go." The definitions of these terms remain unchanged.
SECTION 5: El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") § 15 -1 -6 is amended to read as
follows:
"15 -1 -6: DEFINITIONS:
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CAFE: See RESTAURANT, CAFE.
DRIVE - THROUGH RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, DRIVE - THROUGH.
FAST FOOD RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD.
FOOD- TO -GO: See RESTAURANT, FOOD- TO -GO.
FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FULL SERVICE.
RESTAURANT: Any business establishment, building, or structure where food or drink
are prepared and served for consumption either on or off the premises, which may also
include as accessory uses, service to persons over an interior counter, outside the
structure, or from an outdoor service window. Any restaurant with an automobile
service window shall be considered a drive - through restaurant.
SECTION 6: A new definition of "Restaurant, Fast Food" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6 to
read as follows:
"RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD. A restaurant where customers purchase food
and beverages and either consume the food and beverages on the premises
within a short period of time or take the food and beverages off the premises.
Typical characteristics of a fast food restaurant include, without limitation, the
purchase of food and beverages at a walk -up window or counter: no table service
by a server: payment for food and beverages before consumption: and the
packaging of food and beveraaes in disposable containers. A restaurant is not
be considered a fast food or take -out restaurant solely on the basis of incidental
or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 7: A new definition of "Restaurant, Full Service" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6
to read as follows:
"RESTAURANT, FULL SERVICE. A restaurant where customers purchase food
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and beverages and consume the food and beverages on the premises. Typical
characteristics of a full service restaurant, include, without limitation, table service
by a server; payment for food and beverages after consumption; and serving
food and beverages in non - disposable containers. A full service restaurant may
include incidental or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 8: The definition of "Floor Area (Net)" set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"FLOOR AREA (NET): The area of all floors or levels included within the exterior
surrounding walls of a building or structure. The total space devoted to high or medium
bay labs, in the M -1 Zone only, may be multiplied by a factor of 0.5 to determine the net
floor area. Space devoted to the following shall not be included when determining the
total net floor area within a building or structure:
A. Elevator shafts.
B. Stairwells.
C. Courts or atriums uncovered and open to the sky.
D. Rooms exclusively holding building operating equipment.
E. Parking spaces at or above grade and access thereto; provided, that in
commercial and manufacturing zones:
1. Not less than the front fifty percent (50 %) of the ground floor is devoted to
commercial /manufacturing use; and
2. At least one full level of parking below grade is provided.
F. Structures devoted exclusively to parking.
G. Restrooms in common areas of nonresidential buildings."
SECTION 9: The definition of "Offices, General" set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"OFFICES, GENERAL: Offices maintained and used as a place of business conducted
by persons whose business activity consists principally of services to the person as
distinguished from the handling of commodities. This does not include medical - dental
offices. General offices include, but are not limited to the following:
A. Administrative /Business. Establishments providing direct services to consumers.
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such as credit, lending, and trust agencies, data processing services, detective
agencies employment, insurance agencies, real estate offices, stenographic,
secretarial and word processing services, union offices and utility company
offices.
B. Broadcasting Offices and Studios. Commercial and public communications uses,
including radio and television broadcasting and receiving stations and studios,
with facilities entirely within buildings.
C. Production. Office -type facilities occupied by businesses engaged in the
production of intellectual property. Production uses include computer software
production and programming services, media post production services, graphic
design, fashion, photography and commercial art studios, writers and artists
offices.
D. Professional. Professional offices include accounting; advertising agencies;
architectural, engineering, planning and surveying services; attorneys; auditing
and bookkeeping services: consulting, corporate; counseling services: court
reporting services: educational services; literary and talent agencies;
management and public relations services; scientific and research
organizations."
SECTION 10: ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended to add and amend the following definitions:
"* *COMMERCIAL:
A. Retail sales. Alcohol sales (off- site), building material stores, convenience
stores, general retail stores, and warehouse retail showrooms.
General retail stores: General retail stores include sales, without limitation- of
appliances ' art gallery, artists' supplies, bakeries (retail only), bicycles, books
and periodicals, cameras and photographic supplies, clothing and
accessories, computer and computer equipment, electronics, department
stores, drug and discount stores, collectable items sales, curio, gift and
souvenir shops, dry goods, fabric and sewing supplies, florists and
houseplant stores (indoor), furniture and home furnishings, -grocery stores,
hardware, hobby materials, household and kitchen goods, jewelry, luggage
and leather goods, musical instruments, parts and accessories, newsstands,
orthopedic supplies, pharmacies, religious goods, small wares, specialty
shops, sporting goods and equipment, stationery, and toys and games.
B. Retail services. Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support
Services.
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Personal Services: Personal services include, without limitation, barber shops
and beauty salons, clothing rental, dry cleaning pick -up stores with limited
equipment, hair, nail, facial, and personal care, laundromats (self - service
laundries), photo development, shoe repair shops, tailors, tanning salons.
Personal Services do not include massage establishments.
Business and Consumer Support Services: Business and consumer support
services include, without limitation, establishments primarily providing
consumers and businesses with services, including maintenance, repair and
service, testing, rental, as well as the following: business equipment repair
services (except vehicle repair, see "vehicle sales and services -
maintenance /repair "), computer - related services (rental, repair), copying,
quick printing, and blueprinting services, equipment rental businesses within
buildings, film - processing laboratories, heavy equipment repair services
where repair occurs on the client site, household appliance and equipment
repair services, ianitorial and maid services, mail advertising services
(reproduction and shipping), photocopying and photofinishing, protective
services (other than office - related), window cleaning,
Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support Services may also
include accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.
C. Financial institutions. Banks and trust companies, credit agencies, credit unions
investment companies, lending and thrift institutions, securities /commodity
contract brokers and dealers, security and commodity exchanges, vehicle
finance (equity) leasing agencies. Financial institutions do not include check
cashing or pay day loan facilities.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
A. Public recreational facilities are facilities that are operated by a aovernment
agency.
1. Indoor: Examples include, without limitation, indoor entertainment, multi-
purpose recreational buildings, and studios for dance, art. music. photoaraohv.
and martial art.
2. Outdoor: Examples include, without limitation, Athletic fields, ball parks and
bleachers, basketball, racquetball, tennis, and volleyball courts, golf courses,
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parks and other areas of active or passive recreational usage, swimming pools,
trails and bicycle trails.
B. Private /Commercial.
1. Indoor: Examples include, without limitation, arcades, billiard /pool halls,
bowling alleys, indoor entertainment, racquetball and tennis courts, and skating
rinks.
2. Outdoor: Examples include, without limitation, amusement centers (arcades,
skating rinks, miniature golf, and similar uses), golf courses, miniature golf,
racquetball and tennis courts.
SCHOOLS PRIVATE: Private schools are educational institutions that include, without
limitation adult level, business, vocational, and trade schools, boarding schools;
colleges and universities; private pre - schools, elementary schools, middle or junior high
schools and high schools; military academies; professional schools (law, medicine,
etc.) seminaries /religious ministry training facilities. Private schools also include
specialized non - degree granting schools offering instruction in: art, ballet and other
dance computers and electronics, cooking, drama, driver education, language, and
music.
VEHICLE SALES AND SERVICES: The sales, rental, repair, alteration, restoration
towing, painting. or finishing of automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, and
other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of
vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes, without limitation, the following
categories:
A. Accessories Installation. Minor facilities that specialize in the addition of
supplemental convenience items or devices to vehicles that do not involve the
Primary operating system of a vehicle (such as motors or transmissions) or
structural features (such as body, chassis, or suspension). For example, these
establishments provide installation of alarms, stereos, and window tintina.
B. Vehicle Sales /Rental. Retail establishments selling or rentinaautomobiles, trucks
and vans. May also include repair shops and the sales of parts and accessories,
incidental to vehicle dealerships. The term does not include the sale of auto
parts /accessories separate from a vehicle dealership (see "Auto Parts Sales ");
bicycle and moped sales (see "Retail: General Retail Stores "); tire recapping
establishments; or "Service Stations," which are separately defined.
C. Vehicle Parts Sales. Stores that sell new automobile parts, tires, and
accessories. May also include minor parts installation (see "Vehicles Sales and
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Services "). The term does not include businesses dealing exclusively in used
parts.
D. Car Washes. Permanent, self - service and /or attended car washing
establishments, including fully mechanized facilities. May include detailing
services.
E. Impounding /Storage. Facilities that provide impounding and storage of towed or
impounded vehicles. Does not include towing (see "Vehicle Sales and Services:
Towing").
F. Maintenance /Repair. The installation, replacement, tuning, or maintenance of
the various parts, equipment, or operating systems of a vehicle, which includes
body and fender work, engine overhauling and replacement, transmission work,
automobile painting, and car washing.
G. Accessory retail sales and services. Includes retail sales and services, storage
of tires, car parts and other automobile supplies, and limited automobile sales.
Automobile sales cannot exceed eight (8) automobiles per month; not more than
three (3) automobiles can be displayed at one time.
H. Mobile Home and Recreational Vehicle Sales. Retail establishments selling-
and/or renting the following new or used vehicles and products:
Boats, campers /camper shells, golf carts, get skis, mobile homes, motor homes,
motorcycles, snowmobiles, travel /recreational trailers, and other recreational
vehicles.
Service Stations. (See definition of "Service Stations ")
J. Towing. Facilities that provide vehicle towing. Does not include storage of towed
or impounded vehicles (see "Vehicle Sales and Services: Impounding /Storage).
SECTION 11: ESMC § 15 -2 -6 is amended to read as follows:
"CORNER CLEARANCE: For the purpose of safe visibility, all corner lots, and
reverse corner lots sbamust maintain a triangular area, described as follows: One
angle sha4must be formed by the front and side property lines, and the sides of this
angle sk►amust be fifteen feet (16) in length, measured along the front and side
property lines; the third side of this triangle s#"must be a straight line connecting the
two (2) other lines at their endpoints. Within the area comprising this triangle, no trees,
fences, shrubs, retaining walls, buildings and structures, or other physical obstructions
shaflmust be permitted to exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it
is a tree which is trimmed to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility from
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street grade under the canopy created by the branches.
FIGURE 1 - CORNER CLEARANCE AND DRIVEWAY VISIBILITY
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TRIMMED TO PROVIDE 12•FOOT
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CREATED BY THE BRANCHES (ESMIC 9 16-2-11)
SECTION 12: ESMC § 15 -2 -11 is amended to read as follows:
"DRIVEWAY VISIBILITY:
A. Triangle Area Required: To provide visibility for pedestrians and drivers, a
visibility triangle sha#must be formed along each side of the driveway located on
the subject property. Within this area fences, walls, and landscaping shaumust
not be allowed to exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it
is a tree which is trimmed to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility
from street grade under the canopy created by the branches.
B. Location And Description: The triangular area s#attmust be located adjacent to,
but outside the driveway area, and sha4must be described as follows: one angle
shaflmust be formed by the intersection of the driveway and the property line abutting
the street, the sides of which s#altmust be ten feet (10') in length. The third side of this
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triangle sh"must be a straight line connecting the two (2) other lines at their end points.
FIGURE 1 - CORNER CLEARANCE AND DRIVEWAY VISIBILITY
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HIGH VISIBILITY FROM STREET
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SECTION 13: ESMC § 15 -2 -14 is amended to read as follows:
"A. Requirement; Purpose: The goal of this Section is to ensure that adequate
landscape areas and permanent irrigation facilities are provided for all new
development. The area extending between a building(s) and property lines shall
must contain both soft (plantings) and hard (rock, brick, concrete) landscape
materials, except for those portions devoted to vehicular parking and loading. All
new landscape areas must comply with ESMC Title 10, Chapter 2 relating to
Water Conservation in Landscaping_ The purpose of these landscape areas a+e
is:
B. Components: To achieve these purposes, the landscape criteria is divided into
three (3) separate components: those areas related to "vehicular use areas " -
areas related to "building perimeter ";i and those areas related to the "property
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perimeter," ' set forth below.
4. Minimum sizes for plant material:
a. The minimum tree container size for all trees on a site must be provided as
follows:
i. At least 20% of the trees must be 36 -inch box size or larger.
ii. At least 30% of the trees must be 24 -inch box size or larger.
iii. The remaining 50% must be 15- gallon size or larger.
iv. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve smaller tree
container sizes than required based on site conditions, however no tree may
be smaller than a 15- gallon size.
b. Shrubs must be planted from a minimum 5- gallon -size container. One -
gallon -size containers may be allowed for shrubs that are not commonly
available in 5- gallon -size containers, subject to approval by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 14: ESMC § 15 -4A -8 is amended to read as follows:
"OFF STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES: Off street parking must be
provided as required by chapter 15 of this title, but in no case can a driveway or curb cut
be less ten feet (10') in width. Where the driveway access and curb cut is to a two (2)
car or larger garage which exits directly onto the front street, the driveway and curb cut
cannot be less than sixteen feet (16') in width. Driveway entrances and exit locations
must be provided in conformance with subsection 16-16-6F15-15-50 of this title."
SECTION 15: ESMC § 15 -4A -10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -1 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
sh"must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) or more of the properties
on the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
section, the "block" is defined as the properties on the same side of the street between
the nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways sh"must be installed in
conformance with section 15 -4A -8 of this article and subsection 16 16 6F15-15-50 of
this title."
SECTION 16: ESMC § 15 -413-10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -2 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
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sh"must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) of more of the properties
on the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
Section, the "block" is defined as the area on both sides of the street between the
nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways shaflmust be installed in
conformance with subsection 15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 17: ESMC § 15 -4C -9 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -3 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
sbagmust be from the alley. Curb cuts and driveways s0wamust be installed in
conformance with subsection 15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 18: ESMC § 15- 4E -5(B) is amended to read as follows:
"PARKING FOR R -1 ZONES:
B. Off - Street Parking: Off - street parking spaces must be provided for a second
dwelling unit in addition to that required for the main residence. The number and
type of parking spaces must comply with Chapter
15 of this Jitle as #tey it relates to two - family dwellings. The required parking
space may not block any required existing enclosed space for the existing
underlying zone, nor conflict with access to a required parking space."
SECTION 19: ESMC Chapter 15 -15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) is
amended in its entirety to read as follows:
"Chapter 15
OFF - STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES
SECTION:
15 -15 - 1: Purpose
15 -15 - 2: Applicability
15 -15 - 3: General Provisions
15 -15 - 4: Plan Preparation and Permit Approval
15 -15 - 5: Parking Area Development Standards
15 -15 - 6: Required Parking Spaces
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15 -15 - 7: Off - Street Loading Space Standards
15 -15 -1: PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for adequate off - street parking and loading
standards, to ensure that parking spaces are suitably maintained and available for the
use of the occupants of the site and to mitigate associated on- street parking and traffic
circulation problems throughout the City.
15 -15 -2: APPLICABILITY.
A. The provisions of this Chapter apply in all zones of the City unless specifically
provided otherwise in an adopted specific plan.
B. The provisions of this Chapter apply at the time a building or structure is erected,
altered, or expanded, or when the use is established, changed or expanded.
C. Parking spaces and loading spaces established by this Chapter must be improved
as required by this Chapter before new buildings or structures are occupied or
existing buildings or structures are expanded or modified for a new use.
D. The provisions of this Chapter apply to parking facilities for authorized temporary
uses or special events, except where specifically exempted by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
15 -15 -3: GENERAL PROVISIONS:
A. Compliance. It is unlawful for any person to violate any part of this Chapter
including, without limitation, any discretionary or ministerial permit issued by the City
pursuant to this Code or Chapter.
B. Availability. It is unlawful for required parking to be utilized in any manner
inconsistent with the lawful uses of property including, without limitation, rendering it
unavailable for property occupants, patrons, or visitors of a building or use during
normal hours of operation. This meaning shall not be construed to prohibit security
devices.
C. Maintenance. Parking spaces, driveways, maneuvering aisles, turnaround areas,
and landscaping areas must be maintained free of debris, graffiti, and litter; and
striping, paving, walls light standards, and all other facilities must be maintained in
good condition.
D. Location of Parking. All required parking must be located on the same lot or
building site as the uses for which such spaces are required, unless an Off -Site
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Parking covenant is approved in compliance with this Chapter.
E. Mixed or Multiple Uses and /or Occupancies. A site with multiple uses or mixed
occupancies must provide the aggregate number of parking spaces required by this
chapter for each separate use. On site parking spaces for one use cannot be
considered as providing required parking spaces for any other use, except when
authorized through an Off -Site Parking Covenant in accordance with this Chapter.
F. Fractional Spaces. Where the application of cumulative parking requirements
results in a fractional space, then the fractions are rounded to the nearest whole
number.
G. Expansion or Remodeling of Building, or Change in Use.
1. Expansion of Building or Use, Generally. Upon change or expansion of a
building, or outdoor use area resulting in additional floor area devoted to a use,
additional outdoor use area, or an increase in the number of dwelling units on a lot,
additional parking and loading spaces must be provided only for the additional floor
area, outdoor use area, or residential units without diminishing the existing parking,
unless such parking exceeds the requirements of this chapter.
2. Addition of Floor Area to a Dwelling Unit. Notwithstanding any other provision
of this Chapter, the cumulative addition of 1,000 square feet of floor area to a
residential unit upon the effective date of this ordinance must comply with the
minimum parking requirements for residential units as established in this Chapter.
3. Change of Use, Generally. When the use of a building changes to another use
that is required to have the same number of parking spaces, no additional parking
spaces are required for the new use, regardless of the number of spaces provided
by the previous use, if the previous use was legally established and the number of
spaces has not decreased. When a change in use requires more off - street parking
than the previous use, additional parking spaces must be provided equal in number
to the difference between the total number of spaces required by the new use and
the number of spaces required for the immediately previous use. When a change in
use requires less off - street parking than the previous use, no additional parking
spaces are required.
H. Off -Site Parking.
1. Applicability. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve off -site
parking locations within the city for nonresidential uses to meet the parking
requirements of this chapter. Such off -site parking locations must be secured with a
covenant, approved by the city attorney, and recorded in the county recorder's office
before the city issues building permits. The off -site parking spaces used to satisfy
the parking requirements for a different site must be surplus to the required parking
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spaces required for uses of the off -site location. Alternatively, the Planning
Commission may approve a reduction of required parking spaces as provided in this
Chapter.
2. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review off -
site parking covenants for a maximum of twenty (20) parking spaces or 20 percent of
the required number of parking spaces, whichever is less. The parking covenant
may include such conditions as the Director of Planning and Building Safety may
lawfully impose.
3. Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission must review all off -site
parking covenants for more than 20 parking spaces. The parking covenant may
include such conditions as the Planning Commission may lawfully impose.
4. Off -Site Parking Findings of Approval. Requests for off -site parking must meet
the following requirements:
a) The off site parking must be located so that it will adequately serve the use for
which it is intended. In making this determination, the following factors, among
other things, must be considered.
i. Proximity of the off -site parking facilities;
ii. Ease of pedestrian access to the off -site parking facilities;
iii. Provisions for transportation to and from the off -site parking facility (e.g.
shuttle or valet services);
iv. The type of use the off -site parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e.
off -site parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as
retail sales and services.
Joint Use /Shared Parking. Uses that share parking facilities on the same lot may
be granted parking space reductions when they have significantly different peak
hours of operation. Joint Use /Shared Parking reductions may be granted in
compliance with this Chapter (Reductions in the Number of Required Parking
Spaces).
J. Parking Exceptions.
1. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review and
approve requests for administrative adjustments from the requirements of this
chapter as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title including, without
limitation, the design and layout of parking facilities; the required number of parking
spaces; the dimensions of parking spaces; the type of loading spaces required;
aisles; driveways and curb cuts; paving materials and colors; and striping. The
types and extent of adjustments the Director of Planning and Building Safety is
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authorized to review administratively or is authorized to review subject to a public
hearing are specified in Sections 15 -15 -5, 15 -15 -6, and 15 -15 -7 of this Chapter.
2. Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission must review requests
for parking reductions and may review administrative adjustments referred by the
Director of Planning and Building Safety.
K. Failure to Maintain Required Parking. In the event on site parking and loading
area facilities required to be provided under this code are not maintained for licensed
vehicle parking and truck loading area purposes to the extent required, The Director
of Planning and Building Safety may revoke a certificate of occupancy for structures
that fail to maintain required onsite parking and loading facilities. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety must provide a property owner at least ninety (90) days
to comply with this code, including any ministerial or discretionary permits as to
parking if it appears that a violation was reasonably beyond the control of the person
required to comply with this chapter. Should a certificate of occupancy be revoked,
the premises affected cannot be occupied or used for any purpose until a new
certificate of occupancy is issued.
15 -15 -4 PLAN PREPARATION AND PERMIT APPROVAL.
A. A person seeking a building permit, change of occupancy, or change in design to a
parking and loading area must submit a parking and loading area plan, in a form
approved by the Director of Planning and Building Safety, to the Director of Planning
and Building Safety. The plans must clearly indicate the location, size, shape and
design, of all curb cuts, lighting, landscaping, and parking spaces in full compliance
with code requirements.
B. The City cannot issue a building permit until the applicant presents satisfactory
evidence to the Director of Planning and Building Safety that parking and loading
facilities required by the provisions of this chapter will be provided and maintained.
15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
A. Access and Circulation.
1. Design. Parking facilities must be designed so that a car within a facility will not
have to enter a street to move from one location to any other location with in the
same facility.
2. Exit. Parking facilities in nonresidential zones must be designed in such a
manner that any vehicle on the property will be able to maneuver as necessary
so that it may exit from the property traveling in a forward direction. However,
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vehicles may exit onto an alley traveling in a reverse direction.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the Site Access and Circulation standards as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
B. Driveway and Parking Area Paving and Surfacing.
All permanent on -site parking, loading, vehicle storage and vehicle sales areas must
be paved with approved concrete or asphaltic concrete. On -site parking areas to be
used for not longer than one year must be surfaced and maintained with an
impervious material acceptable to the Director of Planning and Building Safety so as
to eliminate dust and mud. All on -site parking areas must be graded and drained so
as to dispose of all surface water in accordance with the applicable storm water
regulations. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion,
approve alternative paving material such as decorative concrete, grasscrete, brick,
or similar material of equivalent durability. The Director of Planning and Building
Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the Driveway and Parking Area
Paving standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
C. Parking Area Striping.
All parking spaces must be clearly striped with white, double 4 -inch wide stripes, one
foot apart. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the parking area striping standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title. The alternative designs may include, without limitation, the
use of colored concrete and other decorative materials. Approved striping
alternatives must clearly identify parking spaces and distinguish them from adjoining
walkways and drive aisles.
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FIGURE 1 - PARKING AREA STRIPING
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D. Parking Space Location.
1. Residential Spaces.
a) Guest Spaces. No required guest parking space for any residential use may
be located, in whole or in part, in any required front yard or front two- thirds (2/3)
of any required side yard.
b) Required Spaces. Required parking spaces, excepting required guest parking
spaces, for any residential use must be located within a required garage or
carport as required in Section 15 -15 -5S of this title.
2. Nonresidential Spaces.
a) Parking spaces may encroach into a required landscaped setback up to a
maximum of fifty (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a minimum
landscaped setback of five (5) feet is maintained.
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b) Parking spaces that back -up directly into a driveway entrance must maintain a
minimum landscaped setback of twenty (20) feet from any street - facing property
line.
c) Access by Alley. Where vehicular access is provided by an alley, parking may
intrude into the required rear yard; provided, however, the amount of setback
intruded upon must be replaced by increasing the other required yards on -site by
an equivalent amount.
E. Parking Lot Slope.
The maximum slope for parking lots is five percent (5 %). The Director of Planning
and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the parking lot
slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
F. Tire Stops.
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FIGURE 2 - PARKING SPACE LOCATION
DRIVEWAY
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E. Parking Lot Slope.
The maximum slope for parking lots is five percent (5 %). The Director of Planning
and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the parking lot
slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
F. Tire Stops.
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1. Dimensions. Tire stops must be a minimum of six (6) inches wide by six (6)
inches in height.
2. Location. Concrete tire stops must be provided in all parking lot areas abutting a
building, structure, sidewalk, planting area, street or alley. Tire stops shall be
located two (2) feet from the front of a parking space.
3. In lieu of a tire stop, a continuous concrete curb may be provided. The vehicle
overhang area may be landscaped, however this landscaped area does not count
toward the required Vehicle Use Area landscaping.
FIGURE 3 - TIRE STOP DESIGN AND LOCATION
LANDSCAPING
CONCRETE TIRE STOP
CONCpIM WALKWAY
OR SIDEWALK
CONTINUOUS CURB
TIRE STOP ALTERNATIVE
. �LANDSCAPING
CONCRETE TIRE STOP
3W RADIUS 0'
ANCHORING DOWEL
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments from the
parking lot slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
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G. Lighting.
1. All required parking areas must be illuminated with a minimum level of maintained
1.25 foot - candles of light during all hours of operation.
2. Lights provided to illuminate any parking area or vehicle sales areas as permitted
by this code must be arranged so as to direct the light away from any premises
upon which a residential dwelling unit is located.
3. Parking area light standards located within 50 feet of a property line must not
exceed 25 feet in height.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the lighting standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments)
of this Title.
H. Landscaping.
1. All new or substantially redesigned parking areas must provide landscaping as
provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
I. Parking Space Dimensions
1. Minimum narkino space interior dimensions.
Space Type
Minimum Width
Minimum Length
Commercial Standard
8.5 feet
18 feet
Residential Standard
9 feet
20 feet
Residential — Narrow Lots*
8.5 feet
20 feet
Vehicle Lift
11 feet
21 feet
Compact
8.5 feet
15 feet
Parallel
8.5 feet
24 feet
Accessible
**
**
Motorcycle
5 feet
9 feet
Bicycle
2 feet
5 feet
Lots under 40 feet in width
** The dimensions of accessible parking spaces must comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24.
2. Single - Family Dwelling Minimum Garage Dimensions. Two -car garages for
single - family dwellings must have minimum interior dimensions of 20' x 20,' except
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for narrow lots as indicated above.
3. Single - Family Dwelling Maximum Garage Dimensions. Individual garages for
single - family dwellings must not exceed 900 square feet in size or a four -car
capacity, which ever is less.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking Space Dimensions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title.
J. Compact Spaces Permitted.
Compact parking is allowed for office, industrial, hotel, and recreational uses up to a
maximum of twenty percent (20 %) of required parking spaces. Parking provided in
excess of the required number may be compact in size. Compact spaces cannot be
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allowed for retail uses.
K. Tandem Spaces Permitted.
All tandem parking spaces, where allowed, must be clearly outlined on the surface of
the parking facility.
Use
Percentage ( %) of
Percentage ( %) of
Maximum
total required spaces
total required spaces
Depth
in Smoky Hollow
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1 Single- family and 100% N/A 2 spaces
Two - Family Dwellings
2 Multiple - Family Prohibited `* Prohibited" N/A
Residential
3 Retail Uses and Prohibited 30% 3 spaces
Services
4 industrial Uses *** 20% 85% 3 spaces
5 Offices 20% 85% 3 spaces
Restaurants Prohibited 10% 13 spaces
Tandem spaces for Single and Two - Family dwellings must be assigned to the same
unit.
Tandem parking is permitted for Multiple - Family Residential developments involving
density bonuses, pursuant to Government Code § 65915.
` ** Includes manufacturing, warehousing, and research and development uses
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve tandem parking and /or
administrative adjustments to the tandem parking standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title, subject to conditions. The conditions may include recording
of a covenant agreement, requiring a parking attendant, requiring valet service, and
other operational conditions. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may also
approve tandem parking in excess of the above limits for permitted temporary uses
and /or special events.
L. Parking Clearance and Obstructions.
Vertical Clearance The minimum vertical clearance for all parking areas must be
seven 7 feet.
Exceptions Storage cabinets and other obstructions shall be permitted in
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an area above the front end of parking spaces that must be at
least 4.5 feet above the ground and no more than 3.5 feet from
the front end of the space
Horizontal
Parking spaces located next to walls, columns, or similar
Clearance
obstructions must provide an additional one foot of clearance
on the side of the obstruction.
Exceptions
1. Columns or similar obstructions are permitted in the one -
foot clearance area four feet of the front and rear end of a
parking space.
2. Walls, columns, or similar obstructions may project six
inches into the front end corners of a parking space.
Disabled Access
Where necessary to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of
Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, parking
facilities may deviate from the Parking Clearance and
Obstructions standards.
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FIGURE 5 - REQUIRED CLEARANCE AND PERMITTED OBSTRUCTIONS
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The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the Parking
Clearance and Obstructions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this
Title.
M. Vehicle Ramps.
Ramp sloe
20% maximum
Transitions required
At each end of ramps that exceed a 6% slope
Transition length
Eight feet minimum
Transition sloe
At least 50% of the main ramp slope
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The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
the Vehicle Ramps standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
N. Drive Aisle Width and Parking Row Depth.
1. General drive aisle width and parking space depth requirements.
Parking
angle
FIGURE 6 - VEHICLE RAMP DESIGN
DRIVEWAY
R
Compact
space de th
R
APPROACH
B
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B
C
EXISTING-
D
00 - parallel
12 feet
CONCRETE
CRETE
1 50% OF
8.5 feet
24 feet
CURB
1 SLOPE
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1
1
7.5 feet
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50% OF I
18 feet
12.7 feet
10.6 feet
LOPE
600
1
18 feet
15.6 feet
13 feet
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8' -0" 6
LENGTH OF
81 -0" 1
25 feet
TRANSITION
MAIN RAMP
TRANSITION
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
the Vehicle Ramps standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
N. Drive Aisle Width and Parking Row Depth.
1. General drive aisle width and parking space depth requirements.
Parking
angle
Aisle width -
one way
Aisle width -
two way
Standard
space de th
Compact
space de th
Space width
A
B
—
B
C
C
D
00 - parallel
12 feet
18 feet
8.5 feet
8.5 feet
24 feet
300
12 feet
18 feet
9 feet
7.5 feet
7.5 feet
450
15 feet
18 feet
12.7 feet
10.6 feet
10.6 feet
600
16 feet
18 feet
15.6 feet
13 feet
13 feet
900
25 feet
25 feet
18 feet
15 feet
8.5 feet
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FIGURE 7 - PARKING AISLE AND PARKING SPACE DIMENSIONS
ANGLED PARKING
ADD
ADD I W FOR
END SPACE NEXT
TO WALL OR SIMLAR
ORMUCTION
PARALLEL PARKING
NEXT
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2. Exceptions for 900 parking angle. For 900 parking, the parking aisle width can
deviate from the above requirements based on the following table.
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Exceptions for 900 parking angle Standard
Parking Spaces only)*
Parking space minimum width
Parking aisle width
8.5 feet
25 feet
9.0 feet
24 feet
9.5 feet
23 feet
10 feet
* °
22 feet
The exceptions for 90 parking do not apply to garages for single and two- family
dwellings
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
O. Driveway and Curb Cuts.
All curb cuts and driveways must lead directly to required parking. Curb cuts not
leading to parking, must be removed whenever new buildings are constructed or
additions are made to existing buildings. The location and design of all driveway
entrances and exits must comply with the standards listed below. The goal of these
standards is to a) to preserve on- street parking spaces, b) to improve traffic safety, and
c) to improve on -site vehicle circulation.
1. Driveway and Curb Cut Width.
Zone
Curb Cut Width*
Driveway Width
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
R1 and R2 — lots less than
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
50 feet wide
R1 and R2 — lots at least 50
10 feet
25 feet
10 feet
28 feet
feet wide
R3 — serving 12 or fewer
12 feet
30 feet
12 feet
30 feet
parking spaces or one -way
drive aisle
R3 — serving 13 or more
20 feet
30 feet
20 feet
30 feet
parking spaces or two -way
drive aisle
Nonresidential
20 feet
30 feet 1
20 feet
30 feet
Curb cut width excludes the width of aprons
2. Curb Cut Locations.
Zone Minimum Distance Minimum Distance I Minimum Distance from
between curb cuts on from curb cuts to curb cuts to property
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FIGURE 8 - CURB CUT AND DRIVEWAY LOCATIONS
the same property
street corners
lines
Residential
24 feet
20 feet
5 feet
Nonresidential
24 feet
50 feet
5 feet
FIGURE 8 - CURB CUT AND DRIVEWAY LOCATIONS
W-W (RESIDENTIAL)
10'-W (RESIDENTIAL)
w4r (C
COMMERCIAL)
204" (COMMERCUIL)
24-0' MIN.
MIN. DISTANCE
MIN. WIDTH
DISTANCE
DRIVEWAY
DRIVEWAY
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APPROACH
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SIDEWALK
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3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Driveway and Curb Cut standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
P. Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility.
1. All parking areas must meet the Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility
standards as provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
Q. Drive - Through Facilities.
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1. Drive- through lanes may encroach into required landscaped setbacks up to a
maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a
minimum landscaped setback of five feet (5') is maintained.
2. Drive - through lanes must be located and designed in such a manner as to not
interfere with on -site and off -site circulation. The location and design of the
drive - through lane must be subject to the review and approval of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
Drive- Throuah Lane DimensinnG
Use
Minimum Length Continuous
Minimum Width
Eating and Drinking
150 feet
10 feet
Establishments
Banks, pharmacies,
60 feet
10 feet
and cleaners
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FIGURE 9 - DRIVE - THROUGH FACILITIES
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SETBACK
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion require wider
drive - through lanes.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive - Through Facilities standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
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this Title.
R. Parking Structure Standards.
1. The following setback requirements apply to all subterranean parking facilities:
Zone
Pro'ection above
Setback
Residential
Completely Subsurface
Must meet required front setback
No rear or side setback required
May be uncovered and unenclosed
No more than 3 feet
above g rade
Must meet required setbacks
More than 3 feet above
grade
Must meet required setbacks and
must be screened from public view
Nonresidential
Completely Subsurface
No setbacks required*
Above g rade I
Must meet required setbacks
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N, nil IV Q U%,LUI W I I WOO uc uCSlyneU it sucn a manner as to maintain sufficient soil
above for landscaping (ground cover, shrubs and trees) to grow above grade.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to allow parking structures that project no more than 3 feet above
grade to encroach into the required setbacks as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking Structure standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
S. Special Residential Parking Provisions.
1. Covered parking. All required parking spaces must be covered and enclosed in
the following manner:
Use
Minimum Parking Enclosure
Single and Two - Family dwellings
Fully enclosed garage
Multiple - Family dwellings
Covered structure enclosed on 3 sides
Guest parking spaces
May be uncovered and unenclosed
2. Residential garage openings. All garages must meet the minimum and
maximum widths listed below:
Type of garage I Minimum opening width I Maximum opening width
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Single -car
8 feet
14 feet
Two -car
16 feet
20 feet
Multiple - Family
16 feet
Equal to the drive aisle width it
residential
serves
3. Residential turn radius requirements.
a) One or two -car garages located behind a residence must provide a minimum
turning radius of 25 feet.
b) Residential garages that take access directly from an alley may measure the
required turn radius to the opposite side of the alley.
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FIGURE 10 - RESIDENTIAL TURN RADIUS AND ALLEY ACCESS
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GARAGE
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SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DWELLING UNIT
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MIN.
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MEET APP OACH
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4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Special Residential Parking Provisions standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
T. Vehicle Lifts.
Vehicle lifts may be used by right to provide off - street parking spaces on lots in the
Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone where
the vehicle lifts provide parking in excess of the minimum number of required parking
spaces subject to the standards in this section and in this chapter.
1. A Conditional Use Permit is required for vehicle lifts providing required off - street
parking spaces on lots in the Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two -
Family Residential (R -2) Zone subject to the following:
a. The vehicle lift must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
b. A vehicle lift may only be used to store two (2) vehicles vertically where a
minimum vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the
garage is a minimum of fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
c. A vehicle lift must be designed and used as a designated parking space for
use only by occupants in the same dwelling unit as the parking space located
directly below the vehicle lift.
d. A vehicle lift must be permitted only with a key locking mechanism.
e. A vehicle lift must be permitted only if it is operated with an automatic shutoff
safety device and is installed in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
2. In the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone, vehicle lifts for required off street
parking are subject to the following additional requirements:
a. The vehicle lift must be used only on a lot less than forty five feet (45') in
width.
b. A vehicle lift must only be used to meet the minimum number of required off
street parking spaces in addition to a minimum of two (2) fully accessible
parking stalls located on the floor surface within a garage or garages.
15 -15 -6: REQUIRED PARKING SPACES
The number of onsite parking spaces required for the establishment of a building or use
must be provided and thereafter maintained at the ratios set forth below. For uses not
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listed the required number of spaces will be determined by the Director of Planning and
Building Safety based on most similar listed use or a parking demand study. A parking
demand study must include, without limitation, information specifying the number of
employees, customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other
criteria established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety may at the Director's discretion, refer any decision
regarding uses not listed to the Planning Commission for review. Unless stated
otherwise, parking must be based on net floor area as defined in this Code. Accessible
parking spaces must be provided and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code,
Title 24.
A. Automobile Spaces Required.
Use
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
6. Hospitals
1 1
RESIDENTIAL USES
1 s
1. Single - Family and Two-
2 spaces for each unit and one additional space for
Family Dwellings
dwelling units exceeding 3,000 square feet of gross floor
area
2. Multiple - Family
2 spaces for each unit plus 2 visitor spaces for the first 3 -5
Dwellings
dwelling units and 2 visitor spaces for each additional 3
units (e.g., 3 -5 units = 2 visitor spaces, 6 -8 units = 4, 9 -11
units = 6, 12 -14 units = 8, etc.)
3. Lodging Houses,
1 space for each guest room
Rooming Houses, and
Guesthouses
4. Live/Work Units
2 spaces for each unit plus 1 space per 350 square feet of
commercial /work area
5. Caretaker Units =
11 space for each unit
GROUP CARE
C
6. Hospitals
1 1
7. Senior Communities, Rest Homes,
Convalescent Homes
1 s
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8. Retail Sales
9. Retail Services
a. Personal Services
b. Business and Consumer Support
Services
c. Financial Institutions
10. General Offices (including up to
1 space for each 300 square feet for the first
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 350 square feet for the second
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 400 square feet for the area in
excess of 50,000 square feet
500 square feet of accessory eating
establishments)
11. Fitness Centers, Gyms, Health
clubs
1 space for each 150 square feet
12. Medical /dental offices and clinics
1 space for each 200 square feet
13. Animal Care
a. Animal boarding, kennels
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area including outdoor play
b. Animal daycare and training (no
overnight stay)
area
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area, including outdoor area
c. Veterinary hospital
11 space for each 300 square feet
14. Hotels, motels, auto courts, bed
and breakfast inns, motor lodges, and
1 space for each of the first 100 rooms, or
sleeping units;
tourist courts
3/4 space for each of the next 100 rooms, or
sleeping units; and
112 space for each room above 200 rooms, or
sleeping units
15. Landscape nurseries
1 space for each 300 square feet of interior
floor area, plus 1 space for each 1,000 square
feet of exterior storage and display area
EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS
16. Fast food and drive - through
restaurants, bars, and cocktail
lounges
1 space for each 75 square feet area, including
outdoor dining areas (Parking for outdoor dining
areas is required only for the portion that
exceeds 200 square feet or 20 percent of the
indoor dining area, whichever is less).
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Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
17. Full service restaurants
1 space for each 75 square feet of dining area,
including outdoor dining areas (Parking for
outdoor dining areas is required only for the
portion that exceeds 200 square feet or 20
percent of the indoor dining area, whichever is
less), and 1 space for each 250 square feet of
non dining areas.
Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
18. Cafes
a. Which equal 20 percent or less of
the gross floor area of a multi - tenant
1 space for each 300 square feet
shopping center, office development
or the commercial portion of a
mixed -use development
b. Any portion of a cafe or any
cumulative floor area of multiple
cafes which exceed 20 percent of a
multi- tenant shopping center, office
1 space for each 75 square feet, including
outdoor areas if outdoor dining area exceeds
200 square feet
development, or the commercial
portion of a mixed -use development
19. Food -to -go uses
1 space for each 300 square feet, with a
minimum of 3 spaces
INDUSTRIAL USES
20. Light Industrial
a. Light Manufacturing,
b. Research and development
(includes office with on site testing
facilities)
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
50,000 square feet
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
in excess of 50,000 square feet
c. High and medium bay labs
d. Light assembly and processing
e. Wholesaling
1 space for each 300 square feet of office
and /showroom area, plus parking as required
for storage /warehouse areas
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21. Heavy Industrial
a. Extraction of raw materials and
refining
b. Factories
c. Generating stations
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
50,000 square feet
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
in excess of 50,000 square feet
d. Heavy Manufacturing
22. Warehousing and storage related
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the first
uses
a. Warehouses and storage
buildings
b. General storage
c. Freight forwarding
d. Warehousing and distribution
20,000 square feet
1 space for each 2,000 square feet for the
second 20,000 square feet
1 space for each 4,000 square feet for the area
in excess of 40,000 square feet
e. Transfer, trucking yards or
terminals
23. Mini - storage, personal storage
5 spaces minimum, plus 1 space per 50 storage
units or 5,000 square feet
24. Data centers
11 spaces for each 3,500 square feet
VEHICLE - RELATED SERVICES
25. Vehicle maintenance /repair,
accessories installation, and body
2 spaces for each service stall plus 2 spaces for
office
shops
Additionally, a parking plan must be submitted
for automobile service uses that include limited
automobile sales. The plan must demonstrate
that the area for the display of automobiles for
sale will not encroach into required setbacks,
parking spaces, driveways, drive aisles, vehicle
backup areas, landscaping, and any other
required use areas as required by this code.
26. Car washes
a. Full Service
10 spaces minimum or 1.5 spaces per 1,000
square feet, whichever is greater, plus 3 space
queuing lane ahead of each wash lane.
b. Self Service
1 space minimum per washing stall
c. Automated, and /or accessory to
service /gas station
2 space minimum, plus queuing space for 3
vehicles ahead of each wash lane
27. Service stations
3 spaces minimum or 1 space per 300 square
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feet of office /retail area, whichever is greater
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Note: repair bays, washing stalls, vacuum
stalls, and fuel pump spaces do not count
toward required parking.
SCHOOLS - EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS
a. With fixed seats
28. Pre - school, elementary through
junior high level
1 space for each 1 classroom, plus 1 space for
each employee and faculty member
29. High school level
7 spaces per classroom plus auditorium or
stadium parking requirements
30. Adult level, college, business and
trade
1 space for every 50 square feet of gross floor
area or 1 space for every 3 fixed seats -
whichever is greater; or, as modified by a
parking demand study
1
11
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
31. Assembly Hall
a. With fixed seats
1 space for every 4 seats
b. Without fixed seats
1 space for every 35 square feet of floor area
used for assembly purposes
RECREATIONAL USES
32. Arcades — Primary use (more
1 space for each 250 square feet
than 3 games /computers)
33. Billiard parlors /pool halls —
1 space for each 100 square feet
Primary use (more than 2 tables)
34. Bowling alleys
4 spaces for each lane, plus parking for other
uses
35. Batting cages
2 spaces for each cage
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B. Bicycle Spaces Required.
Use
Number Of Bicycle Spaces Required
36. Single- family and
two - family dwellings
None
37. Multiple - Family
Residential
10% of the required vehicle parking spaces for projects with 6
or more units
A minimum of 4 spaces for buildings up to 15,000 square
feet, plus a minimum of 5% of the required vehicle spaces for
the portion above 15,000 square feet
Maximum of 25 spaces.
38. Nonresidential
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
reduce or eliminate the requirement for bicycle spaces as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
C. Reductions in the Number of Required Parking Spaces.
1. Reductions for Single Uses.
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
adjustment to the required number of parking spaces for any use up to a
maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking spaces, whichever is less, based
on the submittal of a parking demand study. The Director of Planning and
Building Safety may refer any such request to the Planning Commission for
review.
b) The Planning Commission may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for any use, up to a maximum of twenty (20 %),
based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
C) Parking studies submitted in conjunction with requests for reductions must
include, without limitation, information specifying the number of employees,
customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other criteria
established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety .
2. Reductions for Joint/Shared Uses
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
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adjustment to reduce the required number of parking spaces in any zone for uses
that share parking facilities for a maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking
spaces, whichever is less, based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may refer any request for an
administrative adjustment from the required number of parking spaces to the
Planning Commission for review.
b) The Planning Commission may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for uses that share parking facilities with significantly
different peak hours of operation for a maximum of twenty (20 %), based on the
submittal of a parking demand study.
c) Requests for shared and /or joint uses are subject to the following
requirements:
i. A parking study must be submitted by the applicant demonstrating that
there will not exist substantial conflict in the peak hours of parking demand for
the uses for which joint use is proposed;
ii. the number of parking stalls which may be credited against the
requirements of the structures or uses involved must not exceed the number
of stalls reasonably anticipated to be available during differing hours of
operation; and
iii. a written agreement, in a form approved by the city attorney, must be
executed by all parties concerned assuring the continued availability of the
number of stalls designed for joint use.
3. Sites with Transportation Systems Management Plans. The number of required
parking spaces in Section 15 -15 -6 of this Chapter (Required Parking Spaces) may
be modified subject to approval of a transportation systems management plan
submitted pursuant to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 16 (Developer
Transportation Demand Management) or Chapter 17 (Employer /Occupant
Transportation Systems Management) of this Title.
4. Reduction in Parking Due to Disabilities Upgrade. When required solely as
needed to upgrade existing parking facilities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24, the total number of parking spaces may be
reduced at the discretion of the Director of Planning and Building Safety .
D. Parking of Licensed Recreational Vehicles and Habitable Vehicles.
1. Parking of any mobile home, camper, house trailer or other habitable vehicle
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outside of an authorized mobile home park or licensed recreational vehicle parking
facility is prohibited except that such vehicles may be parked on any public property
or right of way subject to any applicable parking restrictions of this code, or on any
developed residential lot as long as the vehicle, if parked in a front yard, is parked on
a nonporous surface pad adequate to accommodate the parked vehicle.
2. A habitable vehicle parked on private property may be occupied for residential
purposes for no longer than seventy two (72) hours (outside of an authorized mobile
home park) within any thirty (30) day period. No habitable vehicle may be occupied
for commercial purposes except as otherwise provided by this code.
15 -15 -7: OFF - STREET LOADING SPACE STANDARDS
A. General Provisions.
1. Applicability. Every building established, erected, enlarged or expanded for
commercial, manufacturing or institutional purposes must provide loading space as
set forth below. However, for any building or use enlarged or increased in capacity,
additional loading spaces are required only for such enlargement or increase. All
required loading spaces are in addition to the required on site parking spaces set
forth in this chapter and must be developed and maintained in accordance with this
chapter. Loading spaces may be provided either completely or partially within a
building when such building is designated to include adequate ingress and egress to
the loading spaces. Unless stated otherwise, loading requirements must be based
on net floor area as defined in section 15 -1 -6 of this title.
2. Location. Loading spaces, with the exception of passenger loading spaces, must
be located to the side or rear of buildings onsite whenever possible as determined
by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. Loading spaces cannot interfere
with vehicular and pedestrian circulation onsite.
3. Screening. Loading spaces must be appropriately screened from view from
public streets. The screening may include decorative walls, landscaped berms,
shrubs, trees and other landscaping, and any other screening methods deemed
appropriate by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
B. Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces.
LOADING SPACE TYPES AND SIZES:
Type Width Length Height
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1
Passenger 10 feet I 20 feet 7 feet
Small Truck 12 feet 25 feet 14 feet
Large truck
13 feet
50 feet
16 feet
C. Number of Loading Spaces Required.
NUMBER AND TYPE
REQUIRED
Offices (General,
spaces for buildings up to 1,000 square feet
Medical, Dental and
small truck space for buildings 1,000 to 25,000
[2small
Clinics)
uare feet in size,
truck spaces for buildings 25,001 to 100,000
square feet in size,
2 small and 1 large truck space for buildings 100,001
to 250,000 square feet in size, plus
1 large truck space for every 100,000 above 250,000
square feet up to 3 large truck spaces.
Hotels, Motels,
1 small truck space for buildings up to 25,000 square
Hospitals, and
feet in size
Institutional Uses
2 small truck spaces and 2 passenger spaces for
buildings 25,001 to 100,000 square feet in size, plus
1 large truck space and 1 passenger space for each
additional 100,000 square feet or fraction thereof
above 100,000 square feet
Industrial, Manufacturing,
1 small truck space for buildings up to 25,000 square
warehousing and storage
feet in size,
related uses (except data
1 small and 1 large truck space for buildings 25,000
centers and
to 100,000 square feet in size, plus
personal /mini storage)
1 large truck for each additional 100,000 square feet
over 100,000 square feet in size
Data Centers
11 small truck space
Personal /mini stor
11 small truck space per 100 units
Eating and Drinking
1 small truck space for buildings between 3,000 and
Establishments
25,000 square feet in size,
1 small and 1 large truck space for buildings over
25,000 square feet
Retail Sales and
1 small truck space for buildings between 1,000 to
Services
25,000 square feet in size,
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1 small truck and 1 large truck space for buildings
between 25,001 and 50,000 square feet in size,
1 small truck and 2 large truck spaces for buildings
between 50,001 and 100,000 square feet, plus
1 large truck space for each 100,000 square over
100,000 square feet
Fitness Centers, Gyms, 0 spaces for buildings 0 to 5,000 square feet in size
Health Clubs 1 small truck space for buildings over 5,000 square
feet in size
ehicle- Related Servic
Schools — Educational
Institutions
Day Care Centers
Mixed -use, campus style
projects
USES NOT LISTED
small truck space for buildings between 3,000 and
5,000 square feet in size,
small truck spaces for buildings between 25,000
id 100,000 square feet in size,
small truck spaces and 1 large truck space for each
iditional 100,000 square feet above 100,000 square
et in size
2 passenger spaces for 1 to 50 students, plus
1 passenger space for each 50 students above 50
1 small truck space minimum
passenger space for 1 to 25 children
passenger spaces for 26 to 50 children,
passenger spaces for over 50 children.
he loading requirements shall be the combined total
f each building /use.
'lased on most similar listed use or a parking study,
as determined by the Director of Planning and
Building Safetv.
D. Administrative Adjustments and Adjustments.
1. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Number of Loading Spaces Required as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title."
SECTION 20: ESIVIC § 15 -16 -2 is amended to add subsection D to read as set forth
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below; existing subsection D is renumbered to subsection E:
15 -16 -2: APPLICABILITY OF REQUIREMENTS:
D. Existina developments: Existing nonresidential developments regardless of size may
voluntarily comply with the development standards and receive reductions in the
total number of required parking spaces as provided in Section 15-16-3, subject to
the monitoring provisions in Section 15 -16 -4
OE. Maintenance: All facilities and improvements constructed or otherwise required
Shamust be maintained in a state of good repair."
SECTION 21: ESMC § 15 -16 -3 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -16 -3: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
A. Twenty Five Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of twenty five
thousand (25,000) square feet or more and all projects within the Urban Mixed -Use
Zone shaflmust provide the following to the satisfaction of the DeFeGtOF Of
Director of Planning and Building
Safety: a bulletin board, display case or kiosk displaying transportation information
located where the greatest number of employees are likely to see it. Information in
the area shal•Imust include, but is not limited to, the following;
1. Current maps, routes and schedules for public transit routes serving the site;
2. Telephone numbers for referrals on transportation information including numbers
for the regional ridesharing agency and locate transit operators;
3. Ridesharing promotional material supplied by commuter - oriented organizations;
4. Bicycle route and facility information including regional /local bicycle maps and
bicycle safety information; and
5. A listing of facilities available for carpoolers, vanpoolers, bicyclists, transit riders
and pedestrians at the site.
B. Fifty Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of fifty thousand (50,000)
square feet or more sh"must comply with subsection A of the Section, and
shamust provide all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the D#estGr- f
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Director of Planning and Building
Safetv.
1. Preferential Parking: Not less that fifteen percent (15 %) of employee parking
areas shamust be designated as preferential parking and sha4must be located as
close as is practical to the employee entrance(s) without displacing handicapped
and customer parking needs. This preferential carpool /vanpool parking area
sha#'must be identified on the site plan upon application for building permit, to the
satisfaction of the
SeFVisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety. A statement that preferential
carpool /vanpool spaces for employees is available, and a description of the method
for obtaining such spaces must be included on the required transportation
information board. Projects may reduce the total number of required parking spaces
by one vehicles space for every one space which is marked and reserved for
preferential parking, up to a maximum of ten percent (10 %), upon application to and
approval by the
Sew+sesDirector of Planning and Building Safety.
2. HOV Loading Area: A safe and convenient zone 60a4must be provided in which
high occupancy vehicles (vanpools and carpools) may deliver or board their
passengers. This staging area sha4must provide adequate space for passenger
loading, unloading and waiting, which does not interfere with on -site circulation
patterns. When located within a parking structure, a minimum vertical interior
clearance of seven feet two inches (7'2") or the minimum required by the California
Building Code, whichever is greater, sha# must be provided for the loading area in
accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and parking
spaces dimensions shamust also be included in HOV loading areas.
3. Vanpool Access: Preferential parking spaces reserved for vanpools must be
accessible to vanpool vehicles. When located within a parking structure, a minimum
vertical interior clearance of seven feet two inches (7'2 ") or the minimum required by
the California Building Code whichever is greater shagmust be provided for those
spaces and accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and
parking space dimensions shamust also be included in vanpool parking areas.
4. On -Site Amenities Or Shuttle: In order to reduce the need for employees to drive
personal vehicles for midday activities, the project sha4must provide any one or
more of the following measures which together sha4must be sized to accommodate
during the course of the business day at least twenty percent (20 %) of the on -site
population:
a. On -site amenities.
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b. Guaranteed operation of a privately operated midday shuttle serving the
project site for the life of the project.
A reduction in the total number of required parking spaces of up to one percent (1 %)
s#al'must be permitted, based on the extent of the amenities, upon application to
in
and approval by the
SePAGesDirector of Planning and Building Safetv.
5. Bicycle Facilities: Bicycle racks or other secure bicycle parking skull be pro,+sle�
to 1r!`nmmnr4n +o ft%jir /A\ 4.:......1.... ___ it-_ 1. . . . . - _.
spaces must be provided according to Chapter 15 of this Title (Off Street Parking
and Loading Spaces) A bicycle parking facility may also be a fully enclosed space
or locker accessible only to the owner or operator of the bicycle which protects the
bike from inclement weather. Specific facilities and location (e .a provision of racks
lockers, or locked room) must be provided to the satisfaction of the P#ester e#
Director of Planning and Building
Safe .
6. Shower And Lockers (Optional): Projects may provide shower and locker
facilities for bicycle riders, motorcycle riders, and pedestrians. If these facilities are
provided, the number of preferential parking spaces may be reduced by up to there
percent (3 %) and the total number of required spaces may be reduced up to one
percent (1%) based on the extent of facilities, upon application to and approval by
the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
7. Transit Support Facilities (Optional): Projects may provide facilities which will
promote transit use. If transit facilities are provided, the number of preferential
parking spaces may be reduced by up to five percent (5 %), and the total number of
required spaces may be reduced up to one percent (1 %) for provision of bus transit
facilities, and up to two and one -half percent (2 1/z %) for rail transit, upon application
to an approval by the
Director of Planninq and Buildina Safet .
C. One Hundred Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of one hundred
thousand (100,000) square feet or more sl4afmust comply with subsection A and B
of this Section, and shall•must provide all of the following measures to the
satisfaction of the City:
1. Sidewalks or other designated pathways following direct safe routes from the
external pedestrian circulation system to each building in the development.
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2. If determined necessary by the City to mitigate the project impact, bus stop
improvement must be provided. The City will consult with the local bus service
providers in determining appropriate improvements. When location of bus stops
and /or planning building entrances, entrances must be designed to provide safe
and efficient access to nearby transits stations /stops.
3. Safe and convenient access fefmfrom the external circulation system to bicycle
parking facilities on- site."
SECTION 22: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -16 -5: ENFORCEMENT: The DreGtGF Of
ie+lnr�moni Qnr�iii+�
V-161 ^�����esDirector of Planning and Buildino Safetv or his /her representative
is hereby designated as the enforcing agent of this Chapter and any amendments
thereto pursuant to Section 15 -1 -14 of this Title."
SECTION 23: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -5: REQUIREMENTS: Employer /occupants shagmust be required to prepare
a TSM plan for submittal to the
SeFyisesDirector of Plannina and Buildina Safety according to the compliance schedule
established in accordance with Section 15 -17 -7 of this Chapter. The applicant shall
have discretion to select among a range of program measures. However, the following
minimum measures shall be included:
A. Employee transportation coordinator (ETC).
B. Informational and promotional programs.
C. Establish and administer preferential parking program.
D. Develop and administer a personalized ridesharing program with a target trip
reduction of either twenty percent (20 %) reduction in the base traffic generation
level projected for the work site based on the Institute of Transportation
Engineers Trip Generation, T444 Seventh Edition, or most current Edition or
other source submitted by the applicant and approved by the s+rester of
Director of Plannino and
Building Safetv, or target average vehicle ridership (AVR) of 1.43 employees per
commute vehicle, which represents a twenty percent (20 %) increase in vehicle
ridership from the estimated baseline AVR.
E. Monitoring and report to the
SewisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety once every three (3) years.
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The report s4at4must include, but need be limited to: 1) the name and phone
number of the ETC; 2) the number of employees at the work site during the
normal business hours; 3) the estimated number of vehicles used for commuting
(excluding public transit); 4) an identification of any objectives in the approved
TSM plan which have not been achieved; 5) a description of proposed measures
to remedy any deficiencies."
SECTION 24: ESMC § 15 -17 -6 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -6: PARKING INCENTIVES: Existing employers may petition the DiFeeteF_ef
Director of Planning and Building
Safe for approval of parking reductions in on- and off -site locations commensurate
with the level of trip reduction proposed (up to a maximum of 15 percent). A condition
of approval sh"must be submittal of a TSM plan and the applicant shall enter into a
written agreement with the City, providing that the applicant and all successors in
interest shall implement and maintain the approved TSM plan or a subsequently
approved TSM plan which complies with the intent of this Chapter for the life of the
project. The agreement sh"'must be in a form that may be recorded and contain
covenants which run with the land."
SECTION 25: ESMC § 15 -17 -7 is amended to read as follows:
15 -17 -7: IMPLEMENTATION AND ADMINISTRATION:
A. Compliance Schedule: Implementation sh"must be through a permit system
administered by the
SeWwsesPlannina and Building Safety Department. The
Director of Planning and Building Safetv
shall establish a phased compliance schedule with priority given to: 1) new
businesses; 2) business license renewals for companies employing one
thousand (1,000) or more persons; 3) business license renewals with five
hundred (500) or more employees; 4) business license renewals with two
hundred (200) or more employees. Companies with more than one business
address shall be permitted to file one TSM plan to cover all sites. The D#estsr --
Director of Planning and
Building Safety spa4must also establish a compliance schedule for multi- tenant
complexes, based on total complex size.
B. Notice: The
SerisesPlanning and Building Safety Department shatimust mail notice of
requirements to all businesses requiring a permit, based on the compliance
schedule. Notified parties shagmust submit their proposed TSM Plan to the
Director of Planning
and Buildinq Safetv within forty five (45) days of receipt of notification. A filing
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fee may be- established by Council resolution. to cover the cost of program
administration. The
SeFVisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety sha4must administratively
review the TSM plan and determine whether it reasonably complies with trip
reduction objectives and standards specified herein.
C. Compliance Audit: The
SesDirector of Planning Safety shall have the authority to
require a compliance audit to be prepared by any employer or complex
coordinator upon demonstration of a reasonable basis for complaint relative to
noncompliance with an approved TSM plan. No compliance audit shall be
required more often than once every twelve (12) months. Said audit sh"must
be submitted to the
SeFVisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety within thirty (30) days of his
request."
SECTION 26: ESMC § 15 -17 -8 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -8: OFF -SITE PARKING: Employers may, upon application and approval of
the Director of
Planning and Building Safety, use off -site parking as part of their TSM plans.
Off -site parking 64AMust comply, at a minimum, with the following requirements:
A. A minimum of fifty percent (50 %) of all required parking must be provided on -site;
B. Transportation from the satellite lot to the workplace must be detailed as part of
the TSM plan; and
C. Satellite lots must be tied to the site development that they are meeting the
parking requirements of, through a legal instrument, such as a covenant or deed
restriction."
SECTION 27: ESMC Chapter 15 -24 is amended to read as follows:
SECTION:
15 -24 -1:
Granting
15 -24 -2:
Procedure
15 -24 -3:
Setting For Hearing
15 -24 -4:
Necessary Findings
"CHAPTER 24
ADJUSTMENTS
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15 -24 -5:
Conditions
15 -24 -6:
Administrative Review
15- 24 -67:
15- 24 -78:
Hearing
Notification And Planning Commission Review
15- 24 -69:
Appeals
15 -24 -1: GRANTING: Whenever a strict interpretation of the provisions of this Title
or its application to any specific case or situation pertaining to the following items would
result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of property, an
adjustment or an administrative adjustment may be granted, subject to the following
restrictions. Adjustments may be
granted to allow:
A. A fence, wall, or hedge up to a maximum height of eight feet (8').
B. Architectural landscape features which exceed the standards set forth in Section
15 -2 -14 of this Title.
C. Signs which exceed the standards set forth in Chapter 18 of this Title.
D. Noise permits which exceed the standards set forth in Section 7 -2 -11 of this
Code.
E. Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
15 -24 -2: PROCEDURE: The applicant for an adjustment shall apply in letter form,
stating the type of adjustment desired and explaining that the strict interpretation of this
Title would result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of his
property. The applicant s#amust submit the application with the required filing fee to
cover the cost of investigation and processing.
15 -24 -3: SETTING FOR HEARING: The
PDirector of Plannina and Building Safety sha44 must set the
FnatteF an adjustment request for public hearing by mailing notice thereof to the
applicant and the owners of abutting property by first class mail at least ten (10) days
prior to the hearing. The requested adjustment eha# must be heard before the D#estef
Director of Planning and Building
Safety or his /her designated representative.
15 -24 -4: NECESSARY FINDINGS: No adjustment shall be granted unless the
following findings are made:
A. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood or
district in which the property is located;
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B. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may not be
deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property; and
C. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of this Title.
15 -24 -5: CONDITIONS: Whenever any adjustment is granted, the D#ester -�
Director of Director of Planning and
Building Safety or his /her designated representative sla must impose such conditions
as may be necessary to safeguard the interests of the neighborhood or district, and in
all cases sly impose the following conditions:
A. That the adjustment shall not become effective until seven (7) days from the
granting thereof has elapsed or, if an appeal is filed or a review called, until final
determination has been made on the appeal or review.
B. That the adjustment shall become null and void if the privileges granted
thereunder has not been utilized within one hundred eighty (180) days from the
effective date thereof.
15-24-6: ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT: Requests for administrative
adjustments must be reviewed by the Director of Plannina and Buildina Safety or his /her
designated representative A decision on an administrative adjustment must be made
and mailed to the applicant within ten working (10) days after the application is deemed
complete The Director's decision is final unless appealed as provided by Chapter 25 of
this Title Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, no public hearing or
notification is required for administrative adiustments Administrative adjustments may
be granted to allow:.
A. Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
46 24- 615 -24 -7: HEARING: A determination on an adjustment sha,14must be made
by the Director of Planning
and Building Safety or his /her designated representative within ten (10) days after the
hearing.
16 4415-24-8: NOTIFICATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW: Copies
of the findings and decision of the
SerYises Director of Plannina and Building Safety sh"Must be mailed to each member
of the Planning Commission and to the applicant. Written determinations on
adjustments, made by the
Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her designated representative, sh"must
be placed as receive and file items on the next available agenda of the Planning
Commission. Any Planning Commissioner may request that an item be discussed and
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a decision on the application be made by the Planning Commission instead of received
and filed. No decision of the
SewiGes Director of Planning and Building Safety is final until the decision is received
and filed or acted upon by the Planning Commission or upheld on appeal.
46 24-B 5 -24 -9: APPEALS: All appeals eha4must be processed as provided by
Chapter 25 of this Title."
SECTION 28: Environmentai Assessment. The City Council determines that the
proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality
Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the
"State CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications
to an existing zoning code and specification of procedures related thereto and will not
have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings
required therefor. The proposed Ordinance is an action that does not have the potential
to cause significant effects on the environment, but rather will help reduce the overall
transportation and circulation impacts of new and modified parking and loading facilities
and ensure that adequate parking and loading facilities are provided. Accordingly, the
proposed Ordinance constitutes a Class 1 (existing facilities), Class 3 (new construction
or conversion of small structures), Class 5 (minor alteration in land use limitations), and
Class 11 (accessory structures) categorical exemption.
SECTION 29: Repeal of any provision of the ESMC herein does not affect any penalty,
forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties
for any violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations
occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 30: If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect
the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the
provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 31: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting;
and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it
to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
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SECTION 32: This Ordinance will become effective on the thirty -first (31st) day
following its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2010.
Eric Busch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MARK D. HENSLEY, City Attorney
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
PAPlanning & Building Safety \Planning - Old \PROJECTS (Planning) \751 - 775 \EA - 755 \City Council
06152010 \EA 755.Parking and Loading CC Ord inance. Strike- outUndedine.06.15.10.doc
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING El SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
( "ESMC ") PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS.
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On March 22, 2007, City staff provided the Planning Commission a status
report on research regarding possible amendments to El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") Chapter 15 -15 regulating parking and loading;
B. On April 3, 2007, the City Council directed staff to recommend changes to
the ESMC;
C. On April 5, 2007, the City of El Segundo filed an application t amend the
ESMC's regulations regarding parking and loading;
D. On September 22, 2009, City staff met with the Planning and Building
Safety Advisory Group to review and discuss the off - street parking and
loading standards;
E. On November 12, 2009, the Planning Commission considered staff's
recommendations and provided staff further direction;
F. On December 15, 2009, the City Council considered staff and Planning
Commission recommendations. It directed staff to prepare proposed
changes to the ESMC;
G. This Ordinance was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
H. In addition, the City reviewed the project's potential environmental impacts
of this Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQW) the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 Cal Code. of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.,
the "CEQA Guidelines ") and the City's Environmental Guidelines (City
Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993);
I. The Planning and Building Safety Department completed its review and
scheduled the public hearing regarding the application before the Planning
Commission for May 27, 2010;
J. On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to
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receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed
amendment, including, without limitation, information provided to the
Planning Commission by City staff and public testimony;
K. On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2674
recommending City Council approve Environmental Assessment No. EA-
755 for Zone Text Amendment No. 07 -02;
L. On June 15, 2010, the City Council held a public hearing and considered
the information provided by City staff and public testimony; and adopted
an ordinance approving Environmental Assessment No. EA -755 for Zone
Text Amendment No. 07 -02;
M. In adopting this Ordinance, the Council intends simply to regulate parking
and loading, impose the community's design standards, and protect public
health and safety; and
N. When adopting this Ordinance, the City considered the entire
administrative record concerning parking and loading regulations
including, without limitation, information set forth in staff reports presented
to the El Segundo Planning Commission and City Council; public
testimony; the City's General Plan; and other evidence set forth in the
record or commonly known to the community.
SECTION 2: Findings. The findings set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No.
2674 are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference as if fully set forth.
SECTION 3: All instances of the term "Director of Community, Economic and
Development Services" set forth in the ESMC sections affected by this Ordinance are
amended to read "Director of Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 4: The definitions of "Cafe," "Drive- Through Restaurant" and "Food- to -Go"
set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 are respectively renamed "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant,
Drive - Through," and "Restaurant, Food- to -Go." The terms "Cafe," "Drive- Through
Restaurant," and "Food- to -Go," as used in the ESMC, however, may be used
interchangeably with "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant, Drive - Through," and "Restaurant,
Food- to -Go." The definitions of these terms remain unchanged.
SECTION 5: El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC") § 15 -1 -6 is amended to read as
follows:
"15 -1 -6: DEFINITIONS:
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CAFE: See RESTAURANT, CAFE.
DRIVE - THROUGH RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, DRIVE - THROUGH.
FAST FOOD RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD.
FOOD- TO -GO: See RESTAURANT, FOOD-TO-GO.
FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FULL SERVICE.
RESTAURANT: Any business establishment, building, or structure where food or drink
are prepared and served for consumption either on or off the premises, which may also
include as accessory uses, service to persons over an interior counter, outside the
structure, or from an outdoor service window. Any restaurant with an automobile
service window shall be considered a drive - through restaurant."
SECTION 6: A new definition of "Restaurant, Fast Food" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6 to
read as follows:
"RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD. A restaurant where customers purchase food
and beverages and either consume the food and beverages on the premises
within a short period of time or take the food and beverages off the premises.
Typical characteristics of a fast food restaurant include, without limitation, the
purchase of food and beverages at a walk -up window or counter; no table service
by a server; payment for food and beverages before consumption; and the
packaging of food and beverages in disposable containers. A restaurant is not
be considered a fast food or take -out restaurant solely on the basis of incidental
or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 7: A new definition of "Restaurant, Full Service" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6
to read as follows:
"RESTAURANT, FULL SERVICE. A restaurant where customers purchase food
and beverages and consume the food and beverages on the premises. Typical
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characteristics of a full service restaurant, include, without limitation, table service
by a server; payment for food and beverages after consumption; and serving
food and beverages in non - disposable containers. A full service restaurant may
include incidental or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 8: The definition of "Floor Area (Net)" set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"FLOOR AREA (NET): The area of all floors or levels included within the exterior
surrounding walls of a building or structure. The total space devoted to high or medium
bay labs, in the M -1 Zone only, may be multiplied by a factor of 0.5 to determine the net
floor area. Space devoted to the following shall not be included when determining the
total net floor area within a building or structure:
A. Elevator shafts.
B. Stairwells.
C. Courts or atriums uncovered and open to the sky.
D. Rooms exclusively holding building operating equipment.
E. Parking spaces at or above grade and access thereto; provided, that in
commercial and manufacturing zones:
1. Not less than the front fifty percent (50 %) of the ground floor is devoted to
commercial /manufacturing use; and
2. At least one full level of parking below grade is provided.
F. Structures devoted exclusively to parking.
G. Restrooms in common areas of nonresidential buildings."
SECTION 9: The definition of "Offices, General' set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"OFFICES, GENERAL: Offices maintained and used as a place of business conducted
by persons whose business activity consists principally of services to the person as
distinguished from the handling of commodities. This does not include medical - dental
offices. General offices include, but are not limited to the following:
A. Administrative /Business. Establishments providing direct services to consumers,
such as credit, lending, and trust agencies, data processing services, detective
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agencies, employment, insurance agencies, real estate offices, stenographic,
secretarial and word processing services, union offices and utility company
offices.
B. Broadcasting Offices and Studios. Commercial and public communications uses,
including radio and television broadcasting and receiving stations and studios,
with facilities entirely within buildings.
C. Production. Office -type facilities occupied by businesses engaged in the
production of intellectual property. Production uses include computer software
production and programming services, media post production services, graphic
design, fashion, photography and commercial art studios, writers and artists
offices.
D. Professional. Professional offices include accounting; advertising agencies;
architectural, engineering, planning and surveying services; attorneys; auditing
and bookkeeping services; consulting; corporate; counseling services; court
reporting services; educational services; literary and talent agencies;
management and public relations services; scientific and research
organizations."
SECTION 10: ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended to add and amend the following definitions:
°°* *COMMERCIAL:
A. Retail sales. Alcohol sales (off- site), building material stores, convenience
stores, general retail stores, and warehouse retail showrooms.
General retail stores: General retail stores include sales, without limitation, of
appliances, art gallery, artists' supplies, bakeries (retail only), bicycles, books
and periodicals, cameras and photographic supplies, clothing and
accessories, computer and computer equipment, electronics, department
stores, drug and discount stores, collectable items sales, curio, gift and
souvenir shops, dry goods, fabric and sewing supplies, florists and
houseplant stores (indoor), furniture and home furnishings, grocery stores,
hardware, hobby materials, household and kitchen goods, jewelry, luggage
and leather goods, musical instruments, parts and accessories, newsstands,
orthopedic supplies, pharmacies, religious goods, small wares, specialty
shops, sporting goods and equipment, stationery, and toys and games.
B. Retail services. Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support
Services.
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Personal Services: Personal services include, without limitation, barber shops
and beauty salons, clothing rental, dry cleaning pick -up stores with limited
equipment, hair, nail, facial, and personal care, laundromats (self - service
laundries), photo development, shoe repair shops, tailors, tanning salons.
Personal Services do not include massage establishments.
Business and Consumer Support Services: Business and consumer support
services include, without limitation, establishments primarily providing
consumers and businesses with services, including maintenance, repair and
service, testing, rental, as well as the following: business equipment repair
services (except vehicle repair, see "vehicle sales and services -
maintenance /repair "), computer - related services (rental, repair), copying,
quick printing, and blueprinting services, equipment rental businesses within
buildings, film - processing laboratories, heavy equipment repair services
where repair occurs on the client site, household appliance and equipment
repair services, janitorial and maid services, mail advertising services
(reproduction and shipping), photocopying and photofinishing, protective
services (other than office - related), window cleaning.
Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support Services may also
include accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.
C. Financial institutions. Banks and trust companies, credit agencies, credit unions,
investment companies, lending and thrift institutions, securities /commodity
contract brokers and dealers, security and commodity exchanges, vehicle
finance (equity) leasing agencies. Financial institutions do not include check
cashing or pay day loan facilities.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
A. Public recreational facilities are facilities that are operated by a government
agency.
1. Indoor: Examples include, without limitation, indoor entertainment, multi-
purpose recreational buildings, and studios for dance, art, music, photography,
and martial art.
2. Outdoor: Examples include, without limitation, Athletic fields, ball parks and
bleachers, basketball, racquetball, tennis, and volleyball courts, golf courses,
parks and other areas of active or passive recreational usage, swimming pools,
trails and bicycle trails.
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B. Private /Commercial.
1. Indoor: Examples include, without limitation, arcades, billiard /pool halls,
bowling alleys, indoor entertainment, racquetball and tennis courts, and skating
rinks.
2. Outdoor: Examples include, without limitation, amusement centers (arcades,
skating rinks, miniature golf, and similar uses), golf courses, miniature golf,
racquetball and tennis courts.
SCHOOLS, PRIVATE: Private schools are educational institutions that include, without
limitation, adult level, business, vocational, and trade schools; boarding schools;
colleges and universities; private pre - schools, elementary schools, middle or junior high
schools, and high schools; military academies; professional schools (law, medicine,
etc.), seminaries /religious ministry training facilities. Private schools also include
specialized non - degree granting schools offering instruction in: art, ballet and other
dance, computers and electronics, cooking, drama, driver education, language, and
music.
VEHICLE SALES AND SERVICES: The sales, rental, repair, alteration, restoration,
towing, painting, or finishing of automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, and
other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of
vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes, without limitation, the following
categories:
A. Accessories Installation. Minor facilities that specialize in the addition of
supplemental convenience items or devices to vehicles that do not involve the
primary operating system of a vehicle (such as motors or transmissions) or
structural features (such as body, chassis, or suspension). For example, these
establishments provide installation of alarms, stereos, and window tinting.
B. Vehicle Sales /Rental. Retail establishments selling or renting automobiles, trucks
and vans. May also include repair shops and the sales of parts and accessories,
incidental to vehicle dealerships. The term does not include the sale of auto
parts /accessories separate from a vehicle dealership (see "Auto Parts Sales ");
bicycle and moped sales (see "Retail: General Retail Stores "); tire recapping
establishments; or "Service Stations," which are separately defined.
C. Vehicle Parts Sales. Stores that sell new automobile parts, tires, and
accessories. May also include minor parts installation (see "Vehicles Sales and
Services "). The term does not include businesses dealing exclusively in used
parts.
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D. Car Washes. Permanent, self - service and /or attended car washing
establishments, including fully mechanized facilities. May include detailing
services.
E. Impounding /Storage. Facilities that provide impounding and storage of towed or
impounded vehicles. Does not include towing (see "Vehicle Sales and Services:
Towing ").
F. Maintenance /Repair. The installation, replacement, tuning, or maintenance of
the various parts, equipment, or operating systems of a vehicle, which includes
body and fender work, engine overhauling and replacement, transmission work,
automobile painting, and car washing.
G. Accessory retail sales and services. Includes retail sales and services, storage
of tires, car parts and other automobile supplies, and limited automobile sales.
Automobile sales cannot exceed eight (8) automobiles per month; not more than
three (3) automobiles can be displayed at one time.
H. Mobile Home and Recreational Vehicle Sales. Retail establishments selling
and /or renting the following new or used vehicles and products:
Boats, campers /camper shells, golf carts, jet skis, mobile homes, motor homes,
motorcycles, snowmobiles, travel /recreational trailers, and other recreational
vehicles.
Service Stations. (See definition of "Service Stations ")
J. Towing. Facilities that provide vehicle towing. Does not include storage of towed
or impounded vehicles (see "Vehicle Sales and Services: Impounding /Storage).
SECTION 11: ESMC § 15 -2 -6 is amended to read as follows:
"CORNER CLEARANCE: For the purpose of safe visibility, all corner lots, and
reverse corner lots must maintain a triangular area, described as follows: One angle
must be formed by the front and side property lines, and the sides of this angle must be
fifteen feet (16) in length, measured along the front and side property lines; the third
side of this triangle must be a straight line connecting the two (2) other lines at their
endpoints. Within the area comprising this triangle, no trees, fences, shrubs, retaining
walls, buildings and structures, or other physical obstructions must be permitted to
exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it is a tree which is trimmed
to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility from street grade under the canopy
created by the branches.
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SECTION 12: ESMC § 15 -2 -11 is amended to read as follows:
"DRIVEWAY VISIBILITY:
A. Triangle Area Required: To provide visibility for pedestrians and drivers, a
visibility triangle must be formed along each side of the driveway located on the
subject property. Within this area fences, walls, and landscaping must not be
allowed to exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it is a
tree which is trimmed to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility from
street grade under the canopy created by the branches.
B. Location And Description: The triangular area must be located adjacent to, but
outside the driveway area, and must be described as follows: one angle must be formed
by the intersection of the driveway and the property line abutting the street, the sides of
which must be ten feet (10') in length. The third side of this triangle must be a straight
line connecting the two (2) other lines at their end points.
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SECTION 13: ESMC § 15 -2 -14 is amended to read as follows:
"A. Requirement; Purpose: The goal of this Section is to ensure that adequate
landscape areas and permanent irrigation facilities are provided for all new
development. The area extending between a building(s) and property lines must
contain both soft (plantings) and hard (rock, brick, concrete) landscape materials,
except for those portions devoted to vehicular parking and loading. All new
landscape areas must comply with ESMC Title 10, Chapter 2 relating to Water
Conservation in Landscaping. The purpose of these landscape areas is:
B. Components: To achieve these purposes, the landscape criteria is divided into
three (3) separate components: those areas related to "vehicular use areas ";
areas related to "building perimeter "; and those areas related to the "property
perimeter," set forth below.
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4. Minimum sizes for plant material:
a. The minimum tree container size for all trees on a site must be provided as
follows:
i. At least 20% of the trees must be 36 -inch box size or larger.
ii. At least 30% of the trees must be 24 -inch box size or larger.
iii. The remaining 50% must be 15- gallon size or larger.
iv. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve smaller tree
container sizes than required based on site conditions, however no tree may
be smaller than a 15- gallon size.
b. Shrubs must be planted from a minimum 5- gallon -size container. One -
gallon -size containers may be allowed for shrubs that are not commonly
available in 5- gallon -size containers, subject to approval by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 14: ESMC § 15 -4A -8 is amended to read as follows:
"OFF STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES: Off street parking must be
provided as required by chapter 15 of this title, but in no case can a driveway or curb cut
be less ten feet (10') in width. Where the driveway access and curb cut is to a two (2)
car or larger garage which exits directly onto the front street, the driveway and curb cut
cannot be less than sixteen feet (16') in width. Driveway entrances and exit locations
must be provided in conformance with subsection 15 -15 -50 of this title."
SECTION 15: ESMC § 15 -4A -10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -1 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) or more of the properties on
the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
section, the "block" is defined as the properties on the same side of the street between
the nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways must be installed in
conformance with section 15 -4A -8 of this article and subsection 15 -15 -50 of this title."
SECTION 16: ESMC § 15 -413-10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -2 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) of more of the properties on
the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
Section, the "block" is defined as the area on both sides of the street between the
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nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways must be installed in conformance
with subsection 15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 17: ESMC § 15 -4C -9 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -3 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
must be from the alley. Curb cuts and driveways must be installed in conformance with
subsection 15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 18: ESMC § 15- 4E -5(B) is amended to read as follows:
"PARKING FOR R -1 ZONES:
B. Off - Street Parking: Off - street parking spaces must be provided for a second
dwelling unit in addition to that required for the main residence. The number and
type of parking spaces must comply with Chapter 15 of this Title as it relates to
two - family dwellings. The required parking space may not block any required
existing enclosed space for the existing underlying zone, nor conflict with access
to a required parking space."
SECTION 19: ESMC Chapter 15 -15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) is
amended in its entirety to read as follows:
"Chapter 15
OFF- STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES
SECTION:
15 -15 - 1: Purpose
15 -15 - 2: Applicability
15 -15 - 3: General Provisions
15 -15 - 4: Plan Preparation and Permit Approval
15 -15 - 5: Parking Area Development Standards
15 -15 - 6: Required Parking Spaces
15 -15 - 7: Off - Street Loading Space Standards
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15 -15 -1: PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for adequate off - street parking and loading
standards, to ensure that parking spaces are suitably maintained and available for the
use of the occupants of the site and to mitigate associated on- street parking and traffic
circulation problems throughout the City.
15 -15 -2: APPLICABILITY.
A. The provisions of this Chapter apply in all zones of the City unless specifically
provided otherwise in an adopted specific plan.
B. The provisions of this Chapter apply at the time a building or structure is erected,
altered, or expanded, or when the use is established, changed or expanded.
C. Parking spaces and loading spaces established by this Chapter must be improved
as required by this Chapter before new buildings or structures are occupied or
existing buildings or structures are expanded or modified for a new use.
D. The provisions of this Chapter apply to parking facilities for authorized temporary
uses or special events, except where specifically exempted by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
15 -15 -3: GENERAL PROVISIONS:
A. Compliance. It is unlawful for any person to violate any part of this Chapter
including, without limitation, any discretionary or ministerial permit issued by the City
pursuant to this Code or Chapter.
B. Availability. It is unlawful for required parking to be utilized in any manner
inconsistent with the lawful uses of property including, without limitation, rendering it
unavailable for property occupants, patrons, or visitors of a building or use during
normal hours of operation. This meaning shall not be construed to prohibit security
devices.
C. Maintenance. Parking spaces, driveways, maneuvering aisles, turnaround areas,
and landscaping areas must be maintained free of debris, graffiti, and litter; and
striping, paving, walls light standards, and all other facilities must be maintained in
good condition.
D. Location of Parking. All required parking must be located on the same lot or
building site as the uses for which such spaces are required, unless an Off -Site
Parking covenant is approved in compliance with this Chapter.
E. Mixed or Multiple Uses and /or Occupancies. A site with multiple uses or mixed
occupancies must provide the aggregate number of parking spaces required by this
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chapter for each separate use. On site parking spaces for one use cannot be
considered as providing required parking spaces for any other use, except when
authorized through an Off -Site Parking Covenant in accordance with this Chapter.
F. Fractional Spaces. Where the application of cumulative parking requirements
results in a fractional space, then the fractions are rounded to the nearest whole
number.
G. Expansion or Remodeling of Building, or Change in Use.
1. Expansion of Building or Use, Generally. Upon change or expansion of a
building, or outdoor use area resulting in additional floor area devoted to a use,
additional outdoor use area, or an increase in the number of dwelling units on a lot,
additional parking and loading spaces must be provided only for the additional floor
area, outdoor use area, or residential units without diminishing the existing parking,
unless such parking exceeds the requirements of this chapter.
2. Addition of Floor Area to a Dwelling Unit. Notwithstanding any other provision
of this Chapter, the cumulative addition of 1,000 square feet of floor area to a
residential unit upon the effective date of this ordinance must comply with the
minimum parking requirements for residential units as established in this Chapter.
3. Change of Use, Generally. When the use of a building changes to another use
that is required to have the same number of parking spaces, no additional parking
spaces are required for the new use, regardless of the number of spaces provided
by the previous use, if the previous use was legally established and the number of
spaces has not decreased. When a change in use requires more off - street parking
than the previous use, additional parking spaces must be provided equal in number
to the difference between the total number of spaces required by the new use and
the number of spaces required for the immediately previous use. When a change in
use requires less off - street parking than the previous use, no additional parking
spaces are required.
H. Off -Site Parking.
1. Applicability. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve off -site
parking locations within the city for nonresidential uses to meet the parking
requirements of this chapter. Such off -site parking locations must be secured with a
covenant, approved by the city attorney, and recorded in the county recorder's office
before the city issues building permits. The off -site parking spaces used to satisfy
the parking requirements for a different site must be surplus to the required parking
spaces required for uses of the off -site location. Alternatively, the Planning
Commission may approve a reduction of required parking spaces as provided in this
Chapter.
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2. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review off-
site parking covenants for a maximum of twenty (20) parking spaces or 20 percent of
the required number of parking spaces, whichever is less. The parking covenant
may include such conditions as the Director of Planning and Building Safety may
lawfully impose.
3. Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission must review all off -site
parking covenants for more than 20 parking spaces. The parking covenant may
include such conditions as the Planning Commission may lawfully impose.
4. Off -Site Parking Findings of Approval. Requests for off -site parking must meet
the following requirements:
a) The off site parking must be located so that it will adequately serve the use for
which it is intended. In making this determination, the following factors, among
other things, must be considered.
L Proximity of the off -site parking facilities;
ii. Ease of pedestrian access to the off -site parking facilities;
iii. Provisions for transportation to and from the off -site parking facility (e.g.
shuttle or valet services);
iv. The type of use the off -site parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e.
off -site parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as
retail sales and services.
I. Joint Use /Shared Parking. Uses that share parking facilities on the same lot may
be granted parking space reductions when they have significantly different peak
hours of operation. Joint Use /Shared Parking reductions may be granted in
compliance with this Chapter (Reductions in the Number of Required Parking
Spaces).
J. Parking Exceptions.
1. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review and
approve requests for administrative adjustments from the requirements of this
chapter as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title including, without
limitation, the design and layout of parking facilities; the required number of parking
spaces; the dimensions of parking spaces; the type of loading spaces required;
aisles; driveways and curb cuts; paving materials and colors; and striping. The
types and extent of adjustments the Director of Planning and Building Safety is
authorized to review administratively or is authorized to review subject to a public
hearing are specified in Sections 15 -15 -5, 15 -15 -6, and 15 -15 -7 of this Chapter.
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2. Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission must review requests
for parking reductions and may review administrative adjustments referred by the
Director of Planning and Building Safety.
K. Failure to Maintain Required Parking. In the event on site parking and loading
area facilities required to be provided under this code are not maintained for licensed
vehicle parking and truck loading area purposes to the extent required, The Director
of Planning and Building Safety may revoke a certificate of occupancy for structures
that fail to maintain required onsite parking and loading facilities. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety must provide a property owner at least ninety (90) days
to comply with this code, including any ministerial or discretionary permits as to
parking if it appears that a violation was reasonably beyond the control of the person
required to comply with this chapter. Should a certificate of occupancy be revoked,
the premises affected cannot be occupied or used for any purpose until a new
certificate of occupancy is issued.
15 -15 -4 PLAN PREPARATION AND PERMIT APPROVAL.
A. A person seeking a building permit, change of occupancy, or change in design to a
parking and loading area must submit a parking and loading area plan, in a form
approved by the Director of Planning and Building Safety, to the Director of Planning
and Building Safety. The plans must clearly indicate the location, size, shape and
design, of all curb cuts, lighting, landscaping, and parking spaces in full compliance
with code requirements.
B. The City cannot issue a building permit until the applicant presents satisfactory
evidence to the Director of Planning and Building Safety that parking and loading
facilities required by the provisions of this chapter will be provided and maintained.
15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
A. Access and Circulation.
1. Design. Parking facilities must be designed so that a car within a facility will not
have to enter a street to move from one location to any other location with in the
same facility.
2. Exit. Parking facilities in nonresidential zones must be designed in such a
manner that any vehicle on the property will be able to maneuver as necessary
so that it may exit from the property traveling in a forward direction. However,
vehicles may exit onto an alley traveling in a reverse direction.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
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adjustments from the Site Access and Circulation standards as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
B. Driveway and Parking Area Paving and Surfacing.
All permanent on -site parking, loading, vehicle storage and vehicle sales areas must
be paved with approved concrete or asphaltic concrete. On -site parking areas to be
used for not longer than one year must be surfaced and maintained with an
impervious material acceptable to the Director of Planning and Building Safety so as
to eliminate dust and mud. All on -site parking areas must be graded and drained so
as to dispose of all surface water in accordance with the applicable storm water
regulations. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion,
approve alternative paving material such as decorative concrete, grasscrete, brick,
or similar material of equivalent durability. The Director of Planning and Building
Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the Driveway and Parking Area
Paving standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
C. Parking Area Striping.
All parking spaces must be clearly striped with white, double 4 -inch wide stripes, one
foot apart. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the parking area striping standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title. The alternative designs may include, without limitation, the
use of colored concrete and other decorative materials. Approved striping
alternatives must clearly identify parking spaces and distinguish them from adjoining
walkways and drive aisles.
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FIGURE 1 - PARKING AREA STRIPING
2' -0"
o
= 6" WIDE BY 6" HIGH
w~ CONCRETE TIRE STOP
ANCHORED TO THE GROUND.
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4" WIDE PAINTED
z WHITE STRIPES.
6"
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MINIMUM WIDTH
D. Parking Space Location.
1. Residential Spaces.
a) Guest Spaces. No required guest parking space for any residential use may
be located, in whole or in part, in any required front yard or front two- thirds (2/3)
of any required side yard.
b) Required Spaces. Required parking spaces, excepting required guest parking
spaces, for any residential use must be located within a required garage or
carport as required in Section 15 -15 -5S of this title.
2. Nonresidential Spaces.
a) Parking spaces may encroach into a required landscaped setback up to a
maximum of fifty (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a minimum
landscaped setback of five (5) feet is maintained.
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b) Parking spaces that back -up directly into a driveway entrance must maintain a
minimum landscaped setback of twenty (20) feet from any street - facing property
line.
c) Access by Alley. Where vehicular access is provided by an alley, parking may
intrude into the required rear yard; provided, however, the amount of setback
intruded upon must be replaced by increasing the other required yards on -site by
an equivalent amount.
FIGURE 2 - PARKING SPACE LOCATION
DRIVEWAY
APPROACH
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E. Parking Lot Slope.
The maximum slope for parking lots is five percent (5 %). Th e
and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments
slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this
F. Tire Stops.
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Director of Planning
from the parking lot
Title.
1. Dimensions. Tire stops must be a minimum of six (6) inches wide by six (6)
inches in height.
2. Location. Concrete tire stops must be provided in all parking lot areas abutting a
building, structure, sidewalk, planting area, street or alley. Tire stops shall be
located two (2) feet from the front of a parking space.
3. In lieu of a tire stop, a continuous concrete curb may be provided. The vehicle
overhang area may be landscaped, however this landscaped area does not count
toward the required Vehicle Use Area landscaping.
FIGURE 3 - TIRE STOP DESIGN AND LOCATION
LANDSCAPING
CONCRETE TIRE STOP
CONCRETE
OR SIDEWALK WALKWAY
CONTINUOUS CURB
TIRE STOP ALTERNATNE
„ rLANDSCAPING
CONCRETE TIRE STOP
VA" RADIUS
ANCHORING DOWEL
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments from the
parking lot slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
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G. Lighting.
1. All required parking areas must be illuminated with a minimum level of maintained
1.25 foot - candles of light during all hours of operation.
2. Lights provided to illuminate any parking area or vehicle sales areas as permitted
by this code must be arranged so as to direct the light away from any premises
upon which a residential dwelling unit is located.
3. Parking area light standards located within 50 feet of a property line must not
exceed 25 feet in height.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the lighting standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments)
of this Title.
H. Landscaping.
1. All new or substantially redesigned parking areas must provide landscaping as
provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
I. Parking Space Dimensions
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Space Type
— .._. - - - --
Minimum Width
Minimum Length
Commercial Standard
8.5 feet
18 feet
Residential Standard
9 feet
20 feet
Residential — Narrow Lots*
8.5 feet
20 feet
Vehicle Lift
11 feet
21 feet
Compact
8.5 feet
15 feet
Parallel
8.5 feet
24 feet
Accessible
**
**
Motorcycle
5 feet
9 feet
Bicycle
2 feet
5 feet
* Lots under 4U teet in wiatn
** The dimensions of accessible parking spaces must comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24.
2. Single - Family Dwelling Minimum Garage Dimensions. Two -car garages for
single - family dwellings must have minimum interior dimensions of 20' x 20,' except
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for narrow lots as indicated above.
3. Single- Family Dwelling Maximum Garage Dimensions. Individual garages for
single - family dwellings must not exceed 900 square feet in size or a four -car
capacity, which ever is less.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking Space Dimensions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title.
J. Compact Spaces Permitted.
Compact parking is allowed for office, industrial, hotel, and recreational uses up to a
maximum of twenty percent (20 %) of required parking spaces. Parking provided in
excess of the required number may be compact in size. Compact spaces cannot be
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allowed for retail uses.
K. Tandem Spaces Permitted.
All tandem parking spaces, where allowed, must be clearly outlined on the surface of
the parking facility.
Use Percentage ( %) of Percentage ( %) of Maximum
total required spaces total required spaces Depth
in Smoky Hollow
1 Single- family and 100% N/A 2 spaces
Two Dwellings
2 Multiple - Family
Prohibited *'
Prohibited"
N/A
Residential
3 Retail Uses and
Prohibited
30%
3 spaces
Services
3 spaces
4 Industrial Uses'` *'`
20%
85% �
5 Offices
20%
85%
13 spaces
Restaurants
JProhibited -�
10%
F3spaces
Tandem spaces for Single and iwo-r-amiiyaweiiingstiiubLuutt,-,biullt;utuL,lvocLillu
unit.
** Tandem parking is permitted for Multiple - Family Residential developments involving
density bonuses, pursuant to Government Code § 65915.
* *' Includes manufacturing, warehousing, and research and development uses
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve tandem parking and /or
administrative adjustments to the tandem parking standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title, subject to conditions. The conditions may include recording
of a covenant agreement, requiring a parking attendant, requiring valet service, and
other operational conditions. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may also
approve tandem parking in excess of the above limits for permitted temporary uses
and /or special events.
L. Parking Clearance and Obstructions.
Vertical Clearance The minimum vertical clearance for all parking areas must be
seven( 7 feet.
Exceptions Storage cabinets and other obstructions shall be permitted in
Hage 23 or b4
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an area above the front end of parking spaces that must be at
least 4.5 feet above the ground and no more than 3.5 feet from
the front end of the space
Horizontal
Parking spaces located next to walls, columns, or similar
Clearance
obstructions must provide an additional one foot of clearance
on the side of the obstruction.
Exceptions
1. Columns or similar obstructions are permitted in the one -
foot clearance area four feet of the front and rear end of a
parking space.
2. Walls, columns, or similar obstructions may project six
inches into the front end corners of a parking space.
Disabled Access
Where necessary to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of
Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, parking
facilities may deviate from the Parking Clearance and
Obstructions standards.
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FIGURE 5 - REQUIRED CLEARANCE AND PERMITTED OBSTRUCTIONS
STORAGE
CABINET
GARAGE DOOR a
OPENING
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8'
v
1 8' COLUMN
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1 I COLUMN
1'
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MINIMUM
SPACE WIDTH
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the Parking
Clearance and Obstructions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this
Title.
M. Vehicle Ramps.
Ramp sloe
20% maximum
Transitions required
At each end of ramps that exceed a 6% slope
Transition length
Eight feet minimum
Transition sloe
At least 50% of the main ramp slope
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The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
the Vehicle Ramps standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
N. Drive Aisle Width and Parking Row Depth.
1. General drive aisle width and parking space depth requirements.
Parking
FIGURE 6 - VEHICLE RAMP DESIGN
Aisle width -
Standard
R
R
DRIVEWAY
one way
two way —
APPROACH
s ace depth
EXISTING -
B
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CONCRETE
1 S
D
CURB
SLOPE
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18 feet
8.5 feet
I -2b
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300
SLOPE
18 feet
9 feet
7.5 feet
7.5 feet
450
LENGTH OF
18 feet
12.7 feet
TRANSITION MAIN RAMP TRANSITION
10.6 feet
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
the Vehicle Ramps standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
N. Drive Aisle Width and Parking Row Depth.
1. General drive aisle width and parking space depth requirements.
Parking
Aisle width -
Aisle width -
Standard
Compact
Space width
angle
one way
two way —
space de th
s ace depth
A
B
B
C
C
D
00 - parallel
12 feet
18 feet
8.5 feet
8.5 feet
24 feet
300
12 feet
18 feet
9 feet
7.5 feet
7.5 feet
450
15 feet
18 feet
12.7 feet
10.6 feet
10.6 feet
600
16 feet
18 feet
15.6 feet
13 feet
13 feet
900
25 feet
25 feet
18 feet
15 feet
8.5 feet
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2. Exceptions for 900 parking angle. For 900 parking, the parking aisle width can
deviate from the above requirements based on the following table.
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FIGURE 7 - PARKING AISLE AND PARKING SPACE DIMENSIONS
ANGLED PARKING
ADD 1'-W FOR
END SPACE NEXT
B
TO WALL OR SIMILAR
OBSTRUCTION
END SPACE NEXT
TO WALL OR SIMILAR
OBSTRUCTION
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PARALLEL PARKING
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WHITE STRIPE
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ADD 1'-0" FOR
END SPACE NEXT
TO WALL OR SIMILAR
OBSTRUCTION
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D J
FACE OF CONCRETE CURB
2. Exceptions for 900 parking angle. For 900 parking, the parking aisle width can
deviate from the above requirements based on the following table.
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Exceptions for 900 parking angle Standard Parking Spaces only)*
Parking space minimum width
Parking aisle width
8.5 feet
25 feet
9.0 feet
24 feet
9.5 feet
23 feet
10 feet
22 feet
* The exceptions for 9U' parking ao not app y io garages fur smyie aiiu Mu- 1al1illy
dwellings
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
O. Driveway and Curb Cuts.
All curb cuts and driveways must lead directly to required parking. Curb cuts not
leading to parking, must be removed whenever new buildings are constructed or
additions are made to existing buildings. The location and design of all driveway
entrances and exits must comply with the standards listed below. The goal of these
standards is to a) to preserve on- street parking spaces, b) to improve traffic safety, and
c) to improve on -site vehicle circulation.
1. Driveway and Curb Cut Width.
Zone
Curb Cut Width*
Driveway Width
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
R1 and R2 — lots less than
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
50 feet wide
R1 and R2 — lots at least 50
10 feet
25 feet
10 feet
28 feet
feet wide
R3 — serving 12 or fewer
12 feet
30 feet
12 feet
30 feet
parking spaces or one -way
drive aisle
R3 — serving 13 or more
20 feet
30 feet
20 feet
30 feet
parking spaces or two -way
drive aisle
Nonresidential
20 feet
1 30 feet
20 feet
30 feet
* Curb cut width excludes the wiatn of aprons
2. Curb Cut Locations.
Zone Minimum Distance Minimum Distance Minimum Distance from
between curb cuts on from curb cuts to curb cuts to property
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FIGURE 8 - CURB CUT AND DRIVEWAY LOCATIONS
the same property
street corners
lines
Residential
24 feet
20 feet
5 feet
Nonresidential
24 feet
50 feet
5 feet
FIGURE 8 - CURB CUT AND DRIVEWAY LOCATIONS
10' -0' (RESIDENTIAL)
20' 0' (RESIDENTIAL)
2W-0" (COMMERCIAL)
W4r (COMMERCIAL)
24'4` MIN.
MIN. DISTANCE
MIN. VVIDTH
DBTANC
DRIVEWAY
DRIVEWAY
APPROACH
,•,'.'.' APPROACH
SIDEWALK
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4 '
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DRIVEWAY
DRIVEWAY
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3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Driveway and Curb Cut standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
P. Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility.
1. All parking areas must meet the Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility
standards as provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
Q. Drive - Through Facilities.
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1. Drive - through lanes may encroach into required landscaped setbacks up to a
maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a
minimum landscaped setback of five feet (5') is maintained.
2. Drive- through lanes must be located and designed in such a manner as to not
interfere with on -site and off -site circulation. The location and design of the
drive - through lane must be subject to the review and approval of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
Drive -Throu h Lane Dimensions
Use
Minimum Length Continuous
Minimum Width
Eating and Drinking
150 feet
10 feet
Establishments
Banks, pharmacies,
60 feet
10 feet
and cleaners
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FIGURE 9 - DRIVE - THROUGH FACILITIES
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DRIVE -THRU LANE
SETBACK
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion require wider
drive - through lanes.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive- Through Facilities standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
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this Title.
R. Parking Structure Standards.
1. The following setback requirements apply to all subterranean parking facilities:
Zone
Projection above grade
Setback
Residential
Completely Subsurface
Must meet required front setback
No rear or side setback required
May be uncovered and unenclosed
No more than 3 feet
above grade
Must meet required setbacks
More than 3 feet above
grade
Must meet required setbacks and
must be screened from public view
Nonresidential
Com letel I Subsurface
No setbacks required*
Above grade
Must meet required setbacks
The parking structure must be aesignea in sucn a manner as tu rndffRdirl 5uilILAVI R Oull
above for landscaping (ground cover, shrubs and trees) to grow above grade.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to allow parking structures that project no more than 3 feet above
grade to encroach into the required setbacks as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking Structure standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
S. Special Residential Parking Provisions.
1. Covered parking. All required parking spaces must be covered and enclosed in
the following manner:
Use
Minimum Parking Enclosure
Single and Two - Family dwellings
Fully enclosed garage
Multiple - Family dwellings
Covered structure enclosed on 3 sides
Guest parking spaces
May be uncovered and unenclosed
2. Residential garage openings. All garages must meet the minimum and
maximum widths listed below:
Type of garage I Minimum opening width I Maximum opening width
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Single -car
8 feet
14 feet
Two -car
16 feet
20 feet
Multiple - Family
residential
16 feet
Equal to the drive aisle width it
serves
3. Residential turn radius requirements.
a) One or two -car garages located behind a residence must provide a minimum
turning radius of 25 feet.
b) Residential garages that take access directly from an alley may measure the
required turn radius to the opposite side of the alley.
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FIGURE 10 - RESIDENTIAL TURN RADIUS AND ALLEY ACCESS
zr.AR
GARAGE
1 1
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 1
DWELLING UNIT
MIN.
DRIVEWAY
STREET APPROACH
2-CAR GARAGE : S
IV
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4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Special Residential Parking Provisions standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
T. Vehicle Lifts.
Vehicle lifts may be used by right to provide off - street parking spaces on lots in the
Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone where
the vehicle lifts provide parking in excess of the minimum number of required parking
spaces subject to the standards in this section and in this chapter.
1. A Conditional Use Permit is required for vehicle lifts providing required off - street
parking spaces on lots in the Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two -
Family Residential (R -2) Zone subject to the following:
a. The vehicle lift must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
b. A vehicle lift may only be used to store two (2) vehicles vertically where a
minimum vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the
garage is a minimum of fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
c. A vehicle lift must be designed and used as a designated parking space for
use only by occupants in the same dwelling unit as the parking space located
directly below the vehicle lift.
d. A vehicle lift must be permitted only with a key locking mechanism.
e. A vehicle lift must be permitted only if it is operated with an automatic shutoff
safety device and is installed in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
2. In the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone, vehicle lifts for required off street
parking are subject to the following additional requirements:
a. The vehicle lift must be used only on a lot less than forty five feet (45') in
width.
b. A vehicle lift must only be used to meet the minimum number of required off
street parking spaces in addition to a minimum of two (2) fully accessible
parking stalls located on the floor surface within a garage or garages.
15 -15 -6: REQUIRED PARKING SPACES
The number of onsite parking spaces required for the establishment of a building or use
must be provided and thereafter maintained at the ratios set forth below. For uses not
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listed the required number of spaces will be determined by the Director of Planning and
Building Safety based on most similar listed use or a parking demand study. A parking
demand study must include, without limitation, information specifying the number of
employees, customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other
criteria established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety may at the Director's discretion, refer any decision
regarding uses not listed to the Planning Commission for review. Unless stated
otherwise, parking must be based on net floor area as defined in this Code. Accessible
parking spaces must be provided and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code,
Title 24.
A. Automobile Spaces Required.
Use Number Of Parking Spaces Required
RESIDENTIAL USES
1. Single - Family and Two- 2 spaces for each unit and one additional space for
Family Dwellings dwelling units exceeding 3,000 square feet of gross floor
area
2. Multiple - Family
2 spaces for each unit plus 2 visitor spaces for the first 3 -5
Dwellings
dwelling units and 2 visitor spaces for each additional 3
7. Senior Communities, Rest Homes,
Convalescent Homes
units (e.g., 3 -5 units = 2 visitor spaces, 6 -8 units = 4, 9 -11
units = 6, 12 -14 units = 8, etc.)
3. Lodging Houses,
Rooming Houses, and
Guesthouses
1 space for each guest room
4. Live/Work Units
2 spaces for each unit plus 1 space per 350 square feet of
commercial /work area
5. Caretaker Units
F space for each unit
GROUP CARE
6. Hospitals
1 1 /2 spaces for each bed
7. Senior Communities, Rest Homes,
Convalescent Homes
1 space for each 2 beds
COMMERCIAL
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8. Retail Sales
1 space for each 300 square feet for the first
9. Retail Services
a. Personal Services
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 350 square feet for the second
b. Business and Consumer Support
Services
c. Financial Institutions
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 400 square feet for the area in
excess of 50,000 square feet
10. General Offices (including up to
500 square feet of accessory eating
establishments)
11. Fitness Centers, Gyms, Health
1 space for each 150 square feet
clubs
12. Medical /dental offices and clinics
1 space for each 200 square feet
13. Animal Care
a. Animal boarding, kennels
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area including outdoor play
b. Animal daycare and training (no
overnight stay)
area
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area, including outdoor area
c. Veterinary hospital
1 space for each 300 square feet
14. Hotels, motels, auto courts, bed
1 space for each of the first 100 rooms, or
and breakfast inns, motor lodges, and
sleeping units;
tourist courts
3/4 space for each of the next 100 rooms, or
sleeping units; and
1/2 space for each room above 200 rooms, or
sleeping units
15. Landscape nurseries
1 space for each 300 square feet of interior
floor area, plus 1 space for each 1,000 square
feet of exterior storage and display area
EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS
16. Fast food and drive - through
1 space for each 75 square feet area, including
restaurants, bars, and cocktail
outdoor dining areas (Parking for outdoor dining
lounges
areas is required only for the portion that
exceeds 200 square feet or 20 percent of the
indoor dining area, whichever is less).
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Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
17. Full service restaurants
1 space for each 75 square feet of dining area,
including outdoor dining areas (Parking for
outdoor dining areas is required only for the
portion that exceeds 200 square feet or 20
percent of the indoor dining area, whichever is
less), and 1 space for each 250 square feet of
non dining areas.
Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
18. Cafes
a. Which equal 20 percent or less of
1 space for each 300 square feet
the gross floor area of a multi- tenant
shopping center, office development
or the commercial portion of a
mixed -use development
b. Any portion of a cafe or any
1 space for each 75 square feet, including
cumulative floor area of multiple
outdoor areas if outdoor dining area exceeds
cafes which exceed 20 percent of a
200 square feet
multi- tenant shopping center, office
development, or the commercial
portion of a mixed -use development
19. Food -to -go uses
1 space for each 300 square feet, with a
minimum of 3 spaces
INDUSTRIAL USES
20. Light Industrial
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
a. Light Manufacturing,
50,000 square feet
b. Research and development
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
(includes office with on site testing
in excess of 50,000 square feet
facilities)
c. High and medium bay labs
d. Light assembly and processing
e. Wholesaling
1 space for each 300 square feet of office
and /showroom area, plus parking as required
for storage /warehouse areas
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21. Heavy Industrial
a. Extraction of raw materials and
refining
b. Factories
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
50,000 square feet
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
in excess of 50,000 square feet
c. Generating stations
d. Heavy Manufacturing
22. Warehousing and storage related
uses
a. Warehouses and storage
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the first
20,000 square feet
1 space for each 2,000 square feet for the
buildings
b. General storage
c. Freight forwarding
second 20,000 square feet
1 space for each 4,000 square feet for the area
in excess of 40,000 square feet
d. Warehousing and distribution
e. Transfer, trucking yards or
terminals
23. Mini - storage, personal storage
5 spaces minimum, plus 1 space per 50 storage
units or 5,000 square feet
24. Data centers
1 spaces for each 3,500 square feet
VEHICLE - RELATED SERVICES
25. Vehicle maintenance /repair,
2 spaces for each service stall plus 2 spaces for
accessories installation, and body
shops
office
Additionally, a parking plan must be submitted
for automobile service uses that include limited
automobile sales. The plan must demonstrate
that the area for the display of automobiles for
sale will not encroach into required setbacks,
parking spaces, driveways, drive aisles, vehicle
backup areas, landscaping, and any other
required use areas as required by this code.
26. Car washes
a. Full Service
10 spaces minimum or 1.5 spaces per 1,000
square feet, whichever is greater, plus 3 space
queuing lane ahead of each wash lane.
b. Self Service
1 space minimum per washing stall
c. Automated, and /or accessory to
service /gas station
2 space minimum, plus queuing space for 3
vehicles ahead of each wash lane
27. Service stations
3 spaces minimum or 1 space per 300 square
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feet of office /retail area, whichever is greater
Note: repair bays, washing stalls, vacuum
stalls, and fuel pump spaces do not count
toward required parking.
SCHOOLS - EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS
28. Pre - school, elementary through
junior high level
1 space for each 1 classroom, plus 1 space for
each employee and faculty member
29. High school level
7 spaces per classroom plus auditorium or
stadium parking requirements
30. Adult level, college, business and
trade
1 space for every 50 square feet of gross floor
area or 1 space for every 3 fixed seats -
whichever is greater; or, as modified by a
parking demand study
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
31. Assembly Hall
F-
a. With fixed seats
1 space for every 4 seats
b. Without fixed seats
1 space for every 35 square feet of floor area
used for assembly purposes
RECREATIONAL USES
32. Arcades — Primary use (more
than 3 games /computers)
1 space for each 250 square feet
33. Billiard parlors /pool halls —
Primary use (more than 2 tables)
1 space for each 100 square feet
34. Bowling alleys
4 spaces for each lane, plus parking for other
uses
35. Batting cages
2 spaces for each cage
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B. Bicycle Spaces Required.
Use
Number Of Bicycle Spaces Required
36. Single- family and
None
two- family dwellings
37. Multiple - Family
10% of the required vehicle parking spaces for projects with 6
Residential
or more units
38. Nonresidential
A minimum of 4 spaces for buildings up to 15,000 square
feet, plus a minimum of 5% of the required vehicle spaces for
the portion above 15,000 square feet
Maximum of 25 spaces.
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
reduce or eliminate the requirement for bicycle spaces as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
C. Reductions in the Number of Required Parking Spaces.
1. Reductions for Single Uses.
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
adjustment to the required number of parking spaces for any use up to a
maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking spaces, whichever is less, based
on the submittal of a parking demand study. The Director of Planning and
Building Safety may refer any such request to the Planning Commission for
review.
b) The Planning Commission may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for any use, up to a maximum of twenty (20 %),
based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
c) Parking studies submitted in conjunction with requests for reductions must
include, without limitation, information specifying the number of employees,
customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other criteria
established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety .
2. Reductions for Joint/Shared Uses.
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
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adjustment to reduce the required number of parking spaces in any zone for uses
that share parking facilities for a maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking
spaces, whichever is less, based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may refer any request for an
administrative adjustment from the required number of parking spaces to the
Planning Commission for review.
b) The Planning Commission may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for uses that share parking facilities with significantly
different peak hours of operation for a maximum of twenty (20 %), based on the
submittal of a parking demand study.
c) Requests for shared and /or joint uses are subject to the following
requirements:
i. A parking study must be submitted by the applicant demonstrating that
there will not exist substantial conflict in the peak hours of parking demand for
the uses for which joint use is proposed;
ii. the number of parking stalls which may be credited against the
requirements of the structures or uses involved must not exceed the number
of stalls reasonably anticipated to be available during differing hours of
operation; and
iii. a written agreement, in a form approved by the city attorney, must be
executed by all parties concerned assuring the continued availability of the
number of stalls designed for joint use.
3. Sites with Transportation Systems Management Plans. The number of required
parking spaces in Section 15 -15 -6 of this Chapter (Required Parking Spaces) may
be modified subject to approval of a transportation systems management plan
submitted pursuant to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 16 (Developer
Transportation Demand Management) or Chapter 17 (Employer /Occupant
Transportation Systems Management) of this Title.
4. Reduction in Parking Due to Disabilities Upgrade. When required solely as
needed to upgrade existing parking facilities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24, the total number of parking spaces may be
reduced at the discretion of the Director of Planning and Building Safety .
D. Parking of Licensed Recreational Vehicles and Habitable Vehicles.
1. Parking of any mobile home, camper, house trailer or other habitable vehicle
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outside of an authorized mobile home park or licensed recreational vehicle parking
facility is prohibited except that such vehicles may be parked on any public property
or right of way subject to any applicable parking restrictions of this code, or on any
developed residential lot as long as the vehicle, if parked in a front yard, is parked on
a nonporous surface pad adequate to accommodate the parked vehicle.
2. A habitable vehicle parked on private property may be occupied for residential
purposes for no longer than seventy two (72) hours (outside of an authorized mobile
home park) within any thirty (30) day period. No habitable vehicle may be occupied
for commercial purposes except as otherwise provided by this code.
15 -15 -7: OFF - STREET LOADING SPACE STANDARDS
A. General Provisions.
1. Applicability. Every building established, erected, enlarged or expanded for
commercial, manufacturing or institutional purposes must provide loading space as
set forth below. However, for any building or use enlarged or increased in capacity,
additional loading spaces are required only for such enlargement or increase. All
required loading spaces are in addition to the required on site parking spaces set
forth in this chapter and must be developed and maintained in accordance with this
chapter. Loading spaces may be provided either completely or partially within a
building when such building is designated to include adequate ingress and egress to
the loading spaces. Unless stated otherwise, loading requirements must be based
on net floor area as defined in section 15 -1 -6 of this title.
2. Location. Loading spaces, with the exception of passenger loading spaces, must
be located to the side or rear of buildings onsite whenever possible as determined
by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. Loading spaces cannot interfere
with vehicular and pedestrian circulation onsite.
3. Screening. Loading spaces must be appropriately screened from view from
public streets. The screening may include decorative walls, landscaped berms,
shrubs, trees and other landscaping, and any other screening methods deemed
appropriate by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
B. Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces.
LOADING SPACE TYPES AND SIZES:
e I JWidth ILength He
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Passenger
10 feet 20 feet
17 feet
Small Truck
12 feet 25 feet
14 feet
Large truck
13 feet
150 feet
16 feet
C. Number of Loading Spaces Required.
NUMBER AND TYPE
REQUIRED
Offices (General,
0 spaces for buildings up to 1,000 square feet
Medical, Dental and
1 small truck space for buildings 1,000 to 25,000
Clinics)
square feet in size,
2 small truck spaces for buildings 25,001 to 100,000
square feet in size,
2 small and 1 large truck space for buildings 100,001
to 250,000 square feet in size, plus
1 large truck space for every 100,000 above 250,000
square feet up to 3 large truck spaces.
Hotels, Motels,
1 small truck space for buildings up to 25,000 square
Hospitals, and
feet in size
Institutional Uses
2 small truck spaces and 2 passenger spaces for
buildings 25,001 to 100,000 square feet in size, plus
1 large truck space and 1 passenger space for each
additional 100,000 square feet or fraction thereof
above 100,000 square feet
Industrial, Manufacturing,
1 small truck space for buildings up to 25,000 square
warehousing and storage
feet in size,
related uses (except data
1 small and 1 large truck space for buildings 25,000
centers and
to 100,000 square feet in size, plus
personal /mini storage)
1 large truck for each additional 100,000 square feet
over 100,000 square feet in size
Data Centers
1 small truck space
Personal /mini storage
1 small truck space per 100 units
Eating and Drinking
1 small truck space for buildings between 3,000 and
Establishments
25,000 square feet in size,
1 small and 1 large truck space for buildings over
25,000 square feet
Retail Sales and
Services
1 small truck space for buildings between 1,000 to
25,000 square feet in size,
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D. Administrative Adjustments and Adjustments.
1. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Number of Loading Spaces Required as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title."
SECTION 20: ESMC § 15 -16 -2 is amended to add subsection D to read as set forth
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1 small truck and 1 large truck space for buildings
between 25,001 and 50,000 square feet in size,
1 small truck and 2 large truck spaces for buildings
between 50,001 and 100,000 square feet, plus
1 large truck space for each 100,000 square over
100,000 square feet
Fitness Centers, Gyms,
0 spaces for buildings 0 to 5,000 square feet in size
Health Clubs
1 small truck space for buildings over 5,000 square
feet in size
Vehicle - Related Services
1 small truck space for buildings between 3,000 and
25,000 square feet in size,
2 small truck spaces for buildings between 25,000
and 100,000 square feet in size,
2 small truck spaces and 1 large truck space for each
additional 100,000 square feet above 100,000 square
feet in size
Schools — Educational
2 passenger spaces for 1 to 50 students, plus
Institutions
1 passenger space for each 50 students above 50
and
1 small truck space minimum
Day Care Centers
1 passenger space for 1 to 25 children
2 passenger spaces for 26 to 50 children,
3 passenger spaces for over 50 children.
Mixed use, campus style
The loading requirements shall be the combined total
projects
of each building /use.
USES NOT LISTED
Based on most similar listed use or a parking study,
as determined by the Director of Planning and
Building Safety.
D. Administrative Adjustments and Adjustments.
1. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Number of Loading Spaces Required as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title."
SECTION 20: ESMC § 15 -16 -2 is amended to add subsection D to read as set forth
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below; existing subsection D is renumbered to subsection E:
"15 -16 -2: APPLICABILITY OF REQUIREMENTS:
D. Existing developments: Existing nonresidential developments regardless of size may
voluntarily comply with the development standards and receive reductions in the
total number of required parking spaces as provided in Section 15 -16 -3, subject to
the monitoring provisions in Section 15 -16 -4.
E. Maintenance: All facilities and improvements constructed or otherwise required
must be maintained in a state of good repair."
SECTION 21: ESMC § 15 -16 -3 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -16 -3: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
A. Twenty Five Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of twenty five
thousand (25,000) square feet or more and all projects within the Urban Mixed -Use
Zone must provide the following to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and
Building Safety: a bulletin board, display case or kiosk displaying transportation
information located where the greatest number of employees are likely to see it.
Information in the area must include, but is not limited to, the following;
1. Current maps, routes and schedules for public transit routes serving the site;
2. Telephone numbers for referrals on transportation information including numbers
for the regional ridesharing agency and locate transit operators;
3. Ridesharing promotional material supplied by commuter - oriented organizations;
4. Bicycle route and facility information including regional /local bicycle maps and
bicycle safety information; and
5. A listing of facilities available for carpoolers, vanpoolers, bicyclists, transit riders
and pedestrians at the site.
B. Fifty Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of fifty thousand (50,000)
square feet or more must comply with subsection A of the Section, and must provide
all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and
Building Safety.
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1. Preferential Parking: Not less that fifteen percent (15 %) of employee parking
areas must be designated as preferential parking and must be located as close as is
practical to the employee entrance(s) without displacing handicapped and customer
parking needs. This preferential carpool /vanpool parking area must be identified on
the site plan upon application for building permit, to the satisfaction of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety. A statement that preferential carpool /vanpool spaces
for employees is available, and a description of the method for obtaining such
spaces must be included on the required transportation information board. Projects
may reduce the total number of required parking spaces by one vehicles space for
every one space which is marked and reserved for preferential parking, up to a
maximum of ten percent (10 %), upon application to and approval by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
2. HOV Loading Area: A safe and convenient zone must be provided in which high
occupancy vehicles (vanpools and carpools) may deliver or board their passengers.
This staging area must provide adequate space for passenger loading, unloading
and waiting, which does not interfere with on -site circulation patterns. When located
within a parking structure, a minimum vertical interior clearance of seven feet two
inches (7'2 ") or the minimum required by the California Building Code, whichever is
greater, must be provided for the loading area in accessways to be used by such
vehicles. Adequate turning radii and parking spaces dimensions must also be
included in HOV loading areas.
3. Vanpool Access: Preferential parking spaces reserved for vanpools must be
accessible to vanpool vehicles. When located within a parking structure, a minimum
vertical interior clearance of seven feet two inches (7'2 ") or the minimum required by
the California Building Code, whichever is greater, must be provided for those
spaces and accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and
parking space dimensions must also be included in vanpool parking areas.
4. On -Site Amenities Or Shuttle: In order to reduce the need for employees to drive
personal vehicles for midday activities, the project must provide any one or more of
the following measures which together must be sized to accommodate during the
course of the business day at least twenty percent (20 %) of the on -site population:
a. On -site amenities.
b. Guaranteed operation of a privately operated midday shuttle serving the
project site for the life of the project.
A reduction in the total number of required parking spaces of up to one percent (1 %)
must be permitted, based on the extent of the amenities, upon application to and
approval by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
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5. Bicycle Facilities: Bicycle racks or other secure bicycle parking spaces must be
provided according to Chapter 15 of this Title (Off- Street Parking and Loading
Spaces). A bicycle parking facility may also be a fully enclosed space or locker
accessible only to the owner or operator of the bicycle, which protects the bike from
inclement weather. Specific facilities and location (e.g., provision of racks, lockers,
or locked room) must be provided to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and
Building Safety.
6. Shower And Lockers (Optional): Projects may provide shower and locker
facilities for bicycle riders, motorcycle riders, and pedestrians. If these facilities are
provided, the number of preferential parking spaces may be reduced by up to there
percent (3 %) and the total number of required spaces may be reduced up to one
percent (1%) based on the extent of facilities, upon application to and approval by
the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
7. Transit Support Facilities (Optional): Projects may provide facilities which will
promote transit use. If transit facilities are provided, the number of preferential
parking spaces may be reduced by up to five percent (5 %), and the total number of
required spaces may be reduced up to one percent (1 %) for provision of bus transit
facilities, and up to two and one -half percent (2 'h %) for rail transit, upon application
to an approval by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
C. One Hundred Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of one hundred
thousand (100,000) square feet or more must comply with subsection A and B of this
Section, and must provide all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the
City:
1. Sidewalks or other designated pathways following direct safe routes from the
external pedestrian circulation system to each building in the development.
2. If determined necessary by the City to mitigate the project impact, bus stop
improvement must be provided. The City will consult with the local bus service
providers in determining appropriate improvements. When location of bus stops
and /or planning building entrances, entrances must be designed to provide safe
and efficient access to nearby transits stations /stops.
3. Safe and convenient access from the external circulation system to bicycle
parking facilities on- site."
SECTION 22: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
15 -16 -5: ENFORCEMENT: The Director of Planning and Building Safety or
his /her representative is hereby designated as the enforcing agent of this Chapter and
any amendments thereto pursuant to Section 15 -1 -14 of this Title."
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SECTION 23: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -5: REQUIREMENTS: Employer /occupants must be required to prepare a
TSM plan for submittal to the Director of Planning and Building Safety according to the
compliance schedule established in accordance with Section 15 -17 -7 of this Chapter.
The applicant shall have discretion to select among a range of program measures.
However, the following minimum measures shall be included:
A. Employee transportation coordinator (ETC).
B. Informational and promotional programs.
C. Establish and administer preferential parking program.
D. Develop and administer a personalized ridesharing program with a target trip
reduction of either twenty percent (20 %) reduction in the base traffic generation
level projected for the work site based on the Institute of Transportation
Engineers Trip Generation, Seventh Edition, or most current Edition, or other
source submitted by the applicant and approved by the Director of Planning and
Building Safety, or target average vehicle ridership (AVR) of 1.43 employees per
commute vehicle, which represents a twenty percent (20 %) increase in vehicle
ridership from the estimated baseline AVR.
E. Monitoring and report to the Director of Planning and Building Safety once every
three (3) years. The report must include, but need be limited to: 1) the name and
phone number of the ETC; 2) the number of employees at the work site during
the normal business hours; 3) the estimated number of vehicles used for
commuting (excluding public transit); 4) an identification of any objectives in the
approved TSM plan which have not been achieved; 5) a description of proposed
measures to remedy any deficiencies."
SECTION 24: ESMC § 15 -17 -6 is amended to read as follows:
15 -17 -6: PARKING INCENTIVES: Existing employers may petition the Director of
Planning and Building Safety for approval of parking reductions in on- and off -site
locations commensurate with the level of trip reduction proposed (up to a maximum of
15 percent) A condition of approval must be submittal of a TSM plan and the applicant
shall enter into a written agreement with the City, providing that the applicant and all
successors in interest shall implement and maintain the approved TSM plan or a
subsequently approved TSM plan which complies with the intent of this Chapter for the
life of the project The agreement must be in a form that may be recorded and contain
covenants which run with the land."
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SECTION 25: ESMC § 15 -17 -7 is amended to read as follows:
15 -17 -7: IMPLEMENTATION AND ADMINISTRATION:
A. Compliance Schedule: Implementation must be through a permit system
administered by the Planning and Building Safety Department. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety shall establish a phased compliance schedule with
priority given to: 1) new businesses; 2) business license renewals for companies
employing one thousand (1,000) or more persons; 3) business license renewals
with five hundred (500) or more employees; 4) business license renewals with
two hundred (200) or more employees. Companies with more than one business
address shall be permitted to file one TSM plan to cover all sites. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety must also establish a compliance schedule for
multi- tenant complexes, based on total complex size.
B. Notice: The Planning and Building Safety Department must mail notice of
requirements to all businesses requiring a permit, based on the compliance
schedule. Notified parties must submit their proposed TSM Plan to the Director
of Planning and Building Safety within forty five (45) days of receipt of
notification. A filing fee may be- established by Council resolution to cover the
cost of program administration. The Director of Planning and Building Safety
must administratively review the TSM plan and determine whether it reasonably
complies with trip reduction objectives and standards specified herein.
C. Compliance Audit: The Director of Planning and Building Safety shall have the
authority to require a compliance audit to be prepared by any employer or
complex coordinator upon demonstration of a reasonable basis for complaint
relative to noncompliance with an approved TSM plan. No compliance audit
shall be required more often than once every twelve (12) months. Said audit
must be submitted to the Director of Planning and Building Safety within thirty
(30) days of his request."
SECTION 26: ESMC § 15 -17 -8 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -8: OFF -SITE PARKING: Employers may, upon application and approval of
the Director of Planning and Building Safety, use off -site parking as part of their
TSM plans. Off -site parking must comply, at a minimum, with the following
requirements:
A. A minimum of fifty percent (50 %) of all required parking must be provided on -site;
B. Transportation from the satellite lot to the workplace must be detailed as part of
the TSM plan; and
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C. Satellite lots must be tied to the site development that they are meeting the
parking requirements of, through a legal instrument, such as a covenant or deed
restriction."
SECTION 27: ESMC Chapter 15 -24 is amended to read as follows:
"CHAPTER 24
ADJUSTMENTS
SECTION:
15 -24 -1:
Granting
15 -24 -2:
Procedure
15 -24 -3:
Setting For Hearing
15 -24 -4:
Necessary Findings
15 -24 -5:
Conditions
15 -24 -6:
Administrative Review
15 -24 -7:
Hearing
15 -24 -8:
Notification And Planning Commission Review
15 -24 -9:
Appeals
15 -24 -1: GRANTING: Whenever a strict interpretation of the provisions of this Title
or its application to any specific case or situation pertaining to the following items would
result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of property, an
adjustment or an administrative adjustment may be granted, subject to the following
restrictions. Adjustments may be granted to allow:
A. A fence, wall, or hedge up to a maximum height of eight feet (8').
B. Architectural landscape features which exceed the standards set forth in Section
15 -2 -14 of this Title.
C. Signs which exceed the standards set forth in Chapter 18 of this Title.
D. Noise permits which exceed the standards set forth in Section 7 -2 -11 of this
Code.
E. Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
15 -24 -2: PROCEDURE: The applicant for an adjustment shall apply in letter form,
stating the type of adjustment desired and explaining that the strict interpretation of this
Title would result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of his
property. The applicant must submit the application with the required filing fee to cover
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the cost of investigation and processing.
15 -24 -3: SETTING FOR HEARING: The Director of Planning and Building Safety
must set an adjustment request for public hearing by mailing notice thereof to the
applicant and the owners of abutting property by first class mail at least ten (10) days
prior to the hearing. The requested adjustment must be heard before the Director of
Planning and Building Safety or his /her designated representative.
15 -24 -4: NECESSARY FINDINGS: No adjustment shall be granted unless the
following findings are made:
A. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood or
district in which the property is located;
B. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may not be
deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property; and
C. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of this Title.
15 -24 -5: CONDITIONS: Whenever any adjustment is granted, the Director of
Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her designated representative s1" must
impose such conditions as may be necessary to safeguard the interests of the
neighborhood or district, and in all cases sl" impose the following conditions:
A. That the adjustment shall not become effective until seven (7) days from the
granting thereof has elapsed or, if an appeal is filed or a review called, until final
determination has been made on the appeal or review.
B. That the adjustment shall become null and void if the privileges granted
thereunder has not been utilized within one hundred eighty (180) days from the
effective date thereof.
15 -24 -6: ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT: Requests for administrative
adjustments must be reviewed by the Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her
designated representative. A decision on an administrative adjustment must be made
and mailed to the applicant within ten working (10) days after the application is deemed
complete. The Director's decision is final unless appealed as provided by Chapter 25 of
this Title. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, no public hearing or
notification is required for administrative adjustments. Administrative adjustments may
be granted to allow:
A. Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
15 -24 -7: HEARING: A determination on an adjustment must be made by the
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Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her designated representative within ten
(10) days after the hearing.
15 -24 -8: NOTIFICATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW: Copies of the
findings and decision of the Director of Planning and Building Safety must be mailed to
each member of the Planning Commission and to the applicant. Written determinations
on adjustments, made by the Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her
designated representative, must be placed as receive and file items on the next
available agenda of the Planning Commission. Any Planning Commissioner may
request that an item be discussed and a decision on the application be made by the
Planning Commission instead of received and filed. No decision of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety is final until the decision is received and filed or acted
upon by the Planning Commission or upheld on appeal.
15 -24 -9: APPEALS: All appeals must be processed as provided by Chapter 25 of
this Title."
SECTION 28: Environmental Assessment. The City Council determines that the
proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality
Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the
"State CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications
to an existing zoning code and specification of procedures related thereto and will not
have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings
required therefor. The proposed Ordinance is an action that does not have the potential
to cause significant effects on the environment, but rather will help reduce the overall
transportation and circulation impacts of new and modified parking and loading facilities
and ensure that adequate parking and loading facilities are provided. Accordingly, the
proposed Ordinance constitutes a Class 1 (existing facilities), Class 3 (new construction
or conversion of small structures), Class 5 (minor alteration in land use limitations), and
Class 11 (accessory structures) categorical exemption.
SECTION 29: Repeal of any provision of the ESMC herein does not affect any penalty,
forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties
for any violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations
occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 30: If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect
the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the
provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 31: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
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Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting;
and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it
to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 32: This Ordinance will become effective on the thirty-first (31st) day
following its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2010.
Eric Busch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MARK D. HENSLEY, City Attorney
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
PUBLIC HEARING: May 27, 2010
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. EA -755,
Zone Text Amendment ZTA 07 -02
APPLICANT: City Initiated
PROPERTY OWNER: Various
REQUEST: Draft Ordinance amending the El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") parking and loading
regulations.
PROPERTY INVOLVED: Citywide
Introduction
The proposed project is an ordinance amending the ESMC's parking and loading
regulations.
Recommendation
Planning staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the facts as
contained within this report and submitted during the public hearing, and then adopt
Resolution No. 2674 recommending that the City Council approve Environmental
Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text Amendment 07 -02.
Background
On April 3, 2007, the City Council directed staff to analyze and prepare
amendments to the City's parking and loading space regulations. The City Council
gave staff specific direction on topics to research and address in a code
amendment. The Council's direction included the following:
• Incorporate interpretations of the parking requirements into the ESMC where
appropriate.
• Allow alternative design options and flexibility for commercial and industrial
parking design.
• Reduce excessive loading requirements for .large -scale commercial projects
such as Plaza El Segundo and Corporate Campus.
• Incorporate certain uses and standards that are not addressed in the City's
regulations.
• Revise residential parking dimensions and design to improve its functionality and
to eliminate inadequate parking access.
Due to a high level of development activity throughout 2007 and 2008, staff put its
research hold. However, in September 2009, staff resumed its research and
incorporated the update of the City's parking and loading regulations in the 2009-
2010 Planning and Building Safety Work Program. As part of its research, staff
surveyed the regulations of other cities and solicited input from the Planning and
Building Safety Advisory Committee. Staff also consulted with the Planning
Commission. On November 12, 2009, staff gave the Planning Commission a
presentation on its research to -date and the Commission offered staff additional
input for consideration.
On December 15, 2009, the City Council reviewed staff's preliminary
recommendations for amendments to the City's parking and loading requirements.
Based on the Council's feedback, staff continued and finalized its research. Staff is
proposing a Zoning Text Amendment to comprehensively update the City's off -
street parking and loading requirements. The major changes to those requirements
are discussed in the analysis section below. A complete draft of the proposed
ordinance and the existing parking and loading requirements (code sections) are
attached to this report.
IV. ANALYSIS
The analysis section includes a discussion of the proposed Zone Text Amendment,
its consistency with the City's Municipal Code and General Plan, and the
Environmental Review for the proposed amendment.
A. ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT:
The discussion of the Zone Text Amendment is divided into: 1) the primary
objectives of the amendment, 2) the existing provisions that remain largely
unchanged, but are reorganized, 3) the major changes to the parking and loading
regulations, and 4) a brief discussion of some minor changes to those regulations.
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1. Primary Objectives.
■ Improve code organization.
The proposed Zone Text Amendment (ZTA) generally improves the organization
and readability of the ESMC regarding parking and loading.
■ Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
The existing parking and loading regulations have not been comprehensively
updated since the 1990s. As a result, certain issues and standards are not currently
addressed at all or do not reflect current industry practice. The proposed ZTA
includes parking requirements for new uses that are not currently listed, new
standards for bicycles, parking aisles, location of curb cuts, vehicle ramps, drive -
through facilities, and loading spaces.
■ Make the parking and loading standards more flexible and grant staff more
discretion in their application.
The proposed ZTA includes several provisions that grant the Director of Planning
and Building Safety more discretion. A new provision allows the Director to grant
"minor exceptions" from code requirements, such as the number of required vehicle,
bicycle and loading spaces, the parking area development standards (e.g. parking
space dimensions, vehicle ramps) and general parking layout and design.
Additionally, some of the proposed standards have "built -in" flexibility subject to
Director decision. These provisions will help address unique situations on specific
sites where the strict application of the code would discourage development and not
address unique uses and site conditions.
N. Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed ZTA includes an expanded list of uses requiring parking and detailed
definitions of those uses that will help developers, residents and staff to determine
parking requirements more easily. The ZTA also consolidates and reorganizes the
provisions that address parking exceptions, off -site and shared parking. As a result,
the process allowing exceptions from the parking requirements is more predictable
and "straight- forward."
2. Existing Standards that Remain Unchanged.
The following provisions have been reordered and combined with other standards,
but remain largely unchanged in the proposed parking regulations.
■ General Provisions.
The current requirements regarding compliance and availability, mixed uses,
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fractional spaces, and changes of use remain the same.
■ Failure to Maintain Required Parking.
■ Plan Preparation and Permit Approval.
■ Development Standards.
a. Access and circulation.
b. Lighting.
c. Vehicle lifts.
■ Required Parking Spaces
a. Residential. Single- family, two- family, multiple - family dwellings and lodging
houses.
b. Group care. Hospitals and senior communities.
c. Schools.
■ Accessible Parking.
■ Compact spaces (numbers permitted).
■ Parking reductions for sites with TSM plans.
■ Parking of Licensed Recreational Vehicles and Habitable Vehicles.
The following chart provides a cross reference to where existing regulations that are
not being modified have been relocated in the reorganization of the parking chapter:
Topic Description
Old Code Section
New Code Section
General Provisions
Compliance and
Availability
Mixed Uses
Fractional Spaces
Changes of Use
15 -15 -2
15 -15 -3
15- 15 -2(I)
15- 15 -3(A) and 15- 15 -3(B)
15 -15 -4
15- 15 -3(E)
15- 15 -2(G)
1.5- 15 -3(F)
15 -15 -3
15- 15- 3(G).3
Failure to Maintain Required
Parking
15 -15 -12
15- 15 -3(K)
Plan Preparation and Permit
Approval
15 -15 -7
15 -15 -4
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Development Standards
Access and Circulation
Lighting
Vehicle Lifts
15 -15 -5
15 -15 -5
15- 15 -2(E) and 15- 15 -2(F)
15- 15 -5(A)
15- 15 -2(M)
15- 15 -5(G)
15- 15 -5(H)
15- 15 -5(T)
Required Parking Spaces
Single - Family and Two-
Family Dwellings
Multiple - Family Dwellings
Lodging Houses
Hospitals
Hotels
Senior Communities
Schools
15 -15 -3
15- 15- 3(A).1
15- 15- 3(A).2
15- 15- 3(A).3
15- 15- 3(B).1
15- 15- 3(B).2
15- 15- 3(B).4
15- 15- 3(B).11
15 -15 -6
15- 15- 6(A).1
15- 15- 6(A).2
15- 15- 6(A).3
15- 15- 6(A).6
15- 15- 6(A).14
15- 15- 6(A).7
15- 15- 6(A).28 -30
Accessible Parking
15- 15 -5(G)
15 -15 -6
Compact spaces (numbers
permitted)
15- 15 -3(C)
15- 15 -5(J)
Parking reductions for sites 15 -15 -10
with TSM plans
15- 15- 6(C).3
Parking of Licensed 15- 15 -5(E)
Recreational Vehicles and
Habitable Vehicles
15- 15 -6(D)
3. Major changes to the parking and loading standards.
The major changes to the parking and loading standards are discussed below.
Additionally, a table is provided cross - referencing new and revised code sections to
the standards in the existing code.
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■ Off -Site Parking.
a. The current code has separate off -site parking provisions for the Smoky Hollow
area. and the rest of the City. Staff proposes to consolidate these provisions into
one section, which will simplify the code and allow both the public and staff to find
these provisions more easily.
b. The current requirement for approval of a covenant and agreement for off -site
parking will remain in place. However, staff proposes to give the Planning and
Building Safety Director the authority to approve a higher number of off -site parking
spaces. The Director currently can approve off -site parking for a maximum of 9
parking spaces. Staff proposes to increase the number to 20 spaces or 20% of the
required parking spaces, whichever is less. The Planning Commission would review
requests for a larger number of off -site parking spaces.
c. Staff proposes to expand the findings required for approval of off -site parking
covenants that apply to the Smoky Hollow area, and to extend their application to
covenants in the rest of the City. The code currently does not list findings of
approval for off -site parking covenants in the rest of the City.
■ Parking Exceptions.
Major changes to the process for granting exceptions to the Municipal Code
requirements include:
a. Administrative Adjustments. The Director's authority to approve deviations from
the parking and loading requirements is currently very limited. The proposed
revisions to the parking code requirements introduce a new process to allow the
Director to approve deviations from certain Parking Area Development Standards at
a ministerial level. The new process would involve an "administrative adjustment"
requestlapplication. The new process would be similar to the existing process for
"adjustments," in that a written. request or application would be necessary, the
Director's decision would be provided in writing, and decisions would be based on
findings of approval currently required for adjustments. Administrative adjustments
would be different from adjustments in that they would not involve a public hearing,
Planning Commission review, or public notification. However, the Directorwould be
able to refer requests for administrative adjustments directly to the Planning
Commission for review. In addition, the Director's decisions on administrative
adjustments could be appealed to the Planning Commission.
b. Adjustments. Under the proposed standards, the Director would use the existing
adjustment process to approve deviations from standards where a more extensive
review is warranted. The Adjustment process is more formal and requires a public
hearing, public notification, and Planning Commission review of the Director's
decision (Receive and File). The following table provides a comparison of the
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administrative adjustment, the adjustment, and the variance processes.
Administrative
Adjustment
Adjustment
Variance
Decision level Director
Director*
Planning
Commission
Level of findings Limited
Limited
Extensive
Public notice None
Adjacent Properties
Properties w /in 300'
Public hearing None
Director level
Planning
Commission level
Receive and File No
Yes
No
Appeal body Planning
Commission
Planning
Commission
City Council
Process length One week
Two months
3 -4 months
* The Planning and Building Safety Director's decisions on Adjustment applications must
be reviewed by the Planning Commission as a "Receive and File" item
These proposed provisions will facilitate and accelerate the development process by
giving staff the flexibility to approve deviations at the administrative level in cases
where such deviations are warranted. At the same time, the proposed findings of
approval and the Planning Commission's oversight will ensure that these deviations
are not approved arbitrarily and that the process has certain checks and balances.
■ Development Standards.
Major revisions to the development standards include:
a. Drive aisle width requirements. The existing standards remain largely
unchanged. However, staff proposes to add more flexibility in the requirements to
facilitate parking lot design on sites with physical constraints (such as the size,
shape or dimensions). The updated standards include new provisions for one -way
and two -way aisles, and provide exceptions from the required aisle for 90° parking.
Based on the proposed standards, narrower parking aisles would be permitted
where the parking spaces they serve are wider than the minimum requirement.
b. Driveway and curb cuts. The proposed standards update the requirements for
both residential and nonresidential driveway widths. In the R1 and R2 zones, staff
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proposes a reduced maximum width for lots wider than 50 feet. In addition, staff
distinguished between the driveway width at the street curb (the driveway approach)
and on private property, allowing driveways on private property to be wider than the
"curb cut." The intent of this provision is to preserve on- street parking, parkway and
sidewalks.
Staff proposes to distinguish between multiple - family residential (R3) properties with
five or fewer units (from those with more) by allowing those properties to have
driveways and curb cuts as narrow as 12 feet. This provision will provide some
flexibility for residential design on narrow properties.
Staff also proposes to set limits on the distance between driveways and the
distances to property lines and street corners. Staff considers these provisions
necessary to improve onsite circulation, reduce off -site traffic conflicts, and to
preserve on- street parking.
■ Drive - through facilities.
The current parking requirements do not have provisions for drive - through facilities,
even though drive - through facilities are conditionally permitted in six different zones
in the City. The proposed standards include limits on the location of drive - through
lanes on a property to ensure that they are screened from public view to the extent
possible and that they do not cause onsite and offsite circulation conflicts. The
standards also include minimum width and length for the drive - through lane.
■ Required Parking Spaces (proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -6).
The proposed parking requirements significantly reorganize the list of uses requiring
parking spaces. First, the list of uses has been organized into nine (9) broad
categories, which are: Residential, Group Care, Commercial, Eating and Drinking
Establishments, Industrial, Vehicle - Related Services, School — Educational
Institutions, Public Assembly, and Recreational. The current parking requirements
list only two (2) categories, residential and nonresidential. The objective in
organizing the list in several descriptive categories is to make information easier to
find and use. Second, the number of uses listed has been expanded to 36 (not
including their subcategories) from 14 in the current parking requirements. Third,
existing definitions have been expanded and new definitions added for uses listed in
Section 15 -15 -6 (Required Parking Spaces). These definitions include multiple
examples of uses that fall under the categories used in Section 15 -15 -6. This
approach to the code organization allows the users to easily determine the required
number of spaces for a particular use with greater certainty and to reduce the
number of Director Administrative Determinations that are needed. Furthermore, as
a result of the proposed changes, the number of parking spaces required for the
listed uses will more accurately reflect the actual. demand.
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a. Commercial Uses. A commercial use category has been incorporated to include
the subcategories of retail sales, retail services, and offices. Detailed definitions
have been added to Chapter 1 (Title; Interpretation; Definitions) of this Title for
those subcategories. The definitions include a specific list of uses that are included
under each of the subcategories. In addition, the following individual uses have
been added under the commercial category: fitness centers, animal care, and
landscape nurseries. These uses are allowed in the City, but do not have a specific
parking requirement in the current code.
b. Eating and Drinking Establishments. The category was created to incorporate
uses that already exist in the code (restaurants, bars, cocktail lounges, cafes, food -
to-go), but are not grouped together. The proposed standards set a minimum
requirement of 3 spaces for all restaurants (except cafes) regardless of minimum
size. The proposed change addresses a concern regarding food -to -go uses and
other small restaurants in the City that appear to have inadequate numbers of
parking spaces to meet their parking demand. Anew definition has been added to
the code for Fast Food Restaurants to distinguish them from the typical Full Service
(table service) restaurants and the parking requirement for the latter has been
decreased. Non - dining areas of full service restaurants will require parking at a rate
of 1 space per 250 square feet, while the dining areas will continue to require a rate
of 1 space ,per 75 square feet. The reduction in the parking requirements for full
service restaurants reflects the difference between the operations of full service and
fast -food restaurants, which tend to generate a higher parking demand, and is more
typical of the parking required by other cities for full service restaurants.
c. Vehicle Related Services. The current parking requirements include a single
parking rate for auto - repair, auto -body facilities, and service stations,. which does
not adequately address the parking demand for those uses and other vehicle
related uses not listed. The proposed standards separate vehicle
maintenance /repair uses from other vehicle related uses. The standards set new
parking rates for car washes (depending on the type) and service stations. The
proposed rate for service stations better addresses their parking needs, especially
with regard to their retail component, which is more common in service stations
today.
d. Recreational Uses. The current parking standards do not have parking rates for
recreational uses other than arcades, which require parking at a rate of 1 space per
300 square feet. The proposed standards increase the parking rate for arcades to 1
space per 250 square feet and set new rates for the following uses: billiard halls,
bowling alleys and batting cages. The .increased parking rate for arcades is
included, because arcades tend to demand more parking than a typical retail
business. Setting a parking rate for the proposed new uses will allow existing ones
to expand and new uses to be established without the need for a Director or
Planning Commission determination.
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■ Reductions in the Number of Required Parking Spaces.
The following provisions are proposed regarding reductions in the number of
required parking spaces:
a. The proposed standards incorporate new authority for the Director to approved
reductions of 10% or 20 spaces, whichever is less. This is consistent with the
Director's authority to approve reductions in the Corporate Campus Specific Plan (A
maximum of 10% of required spaces for single uses and 20% for shared /joint
parking). The proposed standards will also expand the Commission's authority to
approve reductions in the City from 10% to 20 %.
b. The Planning Commission is currently authorized to grant reductions of 20%
from the number of required parking spaces in the Smoky Hollow Specific Plan
area. The proposed standards will make the level of'permitted reductions in Smoky
Hollow consistent with the rest of the City. A parking study will continue to be
required for applications involving a reduction in the number of parking spaces
provided. These new provisions will make the development process more flexible
and predictable.
■ Off - Street Loading Requirements.
Three major changes are proposed to the City's loading requirements as follows:
a. New types of loading spaces. The proposed requirements introduce two new
types of loading spaces, for passenger loading (10'x 20') and small trucks (12' x
26), in addition to the existing large truck loading space (13' x 50') loading space
size in the current standards. The two new loading space types will add the
flexibility needed to address the loading requirements for uses that due to their size
of operations don't make use of large truck deliveries. For example, uses such as
schools, daycare, hotels, hospitals and other institutional uses typically need loading
areas for passengers. The proposed standards include minimum requirements for
passenger loading spaces to address that need.
b. Requirements set according to use. The current loading requirements do not
distinguish between different types of uses. The current requirements are based on
the zoning district in which the property is located, rather than by the loading space
demand created by the land use type. As a result, a 1,000 square -foot restaurant
may have the same loading requirement as a 25,000 square -foot warehouse, which
currently is one large truck space (13'x 50'). The proposed loading requirements
address that concern by setting the requirement based on the type of use, not the
zone. Based on the proposed requirements, a 1,000 square -foot restaurant would
not require any loading spaces and only a small truck space would be required for
restaurants exceeding 3,000 square feet.
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c. Adjustments to loading space requirements. The development community has
expressed concerns that the current loading requirements are excessive in many
instances. As a result, the City Council directed staff to review them and propose
reduced loading requirements where warranted. The proposed requirements
address the concern and set reduced loading requirements for some uses and
reallocate loading space requirements by the three loading space sizes for all uses.
Furthermore, changes are proposed to allow shared loading space areas in
campus style development projects with multiple buildings on a site. In addition to
the reduced requirements, the Director will have the authority to administratively
adjust loading space types and dimensions and to set requirement for uses not
listed. Furthermore, the Director will also have the authority to reduce the number
of loading spaces, subject to review and approval by the Planning Commission.
4. Minor changes
■ Applicability.
A new Applicability section is proposed to indicate more clearly when and where the
parking requirements will apply. (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -2). -
■ General Provisions.
a. Additions to Single - Family Dwellings. A new provision is proposed regarding
dwelling units that are nonconforming due to parking. Dwelling units adding 1,000
square feet would be required to upgrade their parking facilities to meet the current
code requirements. Due to the old stock of single - family dwellings in the City, many
of those dwellings do not meet the current minimum parking requirements. The
intent of the proposed standard is to encourage eventual compliance with those
requirements. (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15- 2G.2).
■ Development Standards.
a. Driveway and Parking Area Paving. The proposed standards would grant the
Director more authority to approve alternative paving materials in parking areas.
Due to the changes in the types of paving materials and the SUSMP and NPDES
requirements for more permeable paving materials and surfaces, it is important for
the Director to have the flexibility to approve alternative materials (see proposed
ESMC § 15- 15 -513).
b. Parking Area Striping. A new provision regarding parking space striping would
set specific standards for striping, including using white, double stripes to define
parking spaces. The Director would have the authority to approve striping using
alternative materials and colors. The City does not currently have parking. space
striping standards. The proposed standards would promote more consistent
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parking space design throughout the City, while allowing the flexibility to address
unique site designs (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5C).
c. Parking Space Location. The proposed standards require residential and
nonresidential parking spaces to be set back from side and front property lines. The
setback requirements are intended to screen parking spaces from public view and
to limit potential circulation conflicts (see proposed ESMC §15- 15 -5C).
d. Parking Lot Slope. The current standards do not regulate parking lot slope.
The proposed standards include a 5% maximum slope limit for parking lots, which is
a generally accepted industry standard and promotes safer vehicle circulation see
proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5D).
e. Tire Stops. The proposed standards include dimensions for parking space tire
stops and a provision allowing the "overhang" portion of parking spaces to be
landscaped, which will increase the overall amount of landscaping in parking areas
(see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5F).
f. Landscaping. The proposed standards include new requirements for the
minimum sizes of new shrubs and trees used in parking lots and other landscaped
areas (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -51-1).
g. Parking Space Dimensions. The proposed standards consolidate five different
residential standards into one standard, with an exception for narrow lots. The
parking space dimensions are based upon the clear interior dimensions of parking
space in a garage or parking structure, instead of the exterior dimensions. The
standards also modify the interior dimensions of residential garages by increasing
the width of garages to 20 feet, and add a maximum garage size of four spaces or
900 square feet (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -51).
h. Parking Clearance and Obstructions. The proposed standards include minimum
vertical (seven feet) and horizontal clearance (one foot) above and around parking
spaces. The standards include exceptions to these provisions to allow storage or
other obstructions above and around parking spaces. These provisions would
provide necessary flexibility in the design of parking spaces, particularly in enclosed
parking situations (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5L).
i. Vehicle Ramps. The current parking standards do not include provisions for
vehicle ramps. The proposed standards incorporate minimum vehicle ramps
standards to ensure parking areas have an efficient and functional design (see
proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5M).
j. Parking Structure Standards. The proposed standards for parking structures
eliminate the provision regarding the "subsurface area of lot utilized" and give the
Director the authority to allow limited encroachments into the setbacks for structures
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that project partially above grade. The proposed standards are intended to provide
the flexibility to address unique sites with substantial grade changes (see proposed
ESMC § 15- 15 -6R).
k. Special Residential Parking Requirements. The proposed standards set
minimum and maximum garage opening widths and minimum turn radii
requirements. The proposed standards are intended to improve vehicle circulation
on residential properties (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -5S).
■ Required Parking Spaces.
a. Residential. The proposed standards reduce the parking requirement for
caretaker units from two spaces to one space per unit and incorporate a new
standard for Live -Work uses (2 spaces per unit, plus 1 space per 350 square feet of
commercial /work area). Live -Work uses are currently permitted in the Downtown
Specific Plan area, but no parking standard exists for these uses (see proposed
ESMC § 15- 15- 6A.4).
b. Industrial Uses. The proposed standards include a longer list of industrial uses
and new parking rates for Mini - storage and Data Center uses. Mini - storage uses
are currently required to provide parking spaces at the same ratio as warehouse
uses, which are a less intensive use. Incorporating a new standard for mini - storage
uses will address a gap in the City's standards. In addition, data centers do not
have a specific parking requirement, which has led to the use of parking studies on
a case -by -case basis. The proposed standards for date centers reflects the results
of at least two parking studies conducted recently (see proposed ESMC §§ 15-15 -
6A.23 and 15- 15- 6A.24).
c. Public Assembly. The proposed standards reduce the required parking rate for
public assembly uses including religious institutions. The proposed standard
reflects the requirement for assembly uses in most of the cities that were surveyed
by staff (see proposed ESMC 15- 15- 6A.31).
• Required Bicycle Spaces. The proposed standards increase the minimum
number of bicycle spaces required for residential and nonresidential uses. The
intent of the proposed standard is to encourage and facilitate the use of bicycles
(see proposed ESMC § 15 -15 -613).
• Parking reductions for accessible upgrades. The proposed standards allow the
Director to reduce the required number of parking spaces for a use /site when
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades affect the parking area. The
standard is intended to clarify that the ADA requirements supersede the City's
parking requirements (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15- 6C.4).
• Off - Street Loading Requirements. The proposed standards include modified
provisions requiring loading space to be located near the rear of properties and
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away from public view. The standards also include new screening requirements
for loading spaces. The proposed standards are intended to improve the
aesthetic appearance of properties with large loading areas and their onsite
circulation (see proposed ESMC § 15- 15 -7A).
■ References to Chapter 15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) from other
sections of Title 15 (Zoning Code). The proposed ZTA includes amendments to
Sections 15 -4A -8 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A-
10 (Vehicular Access (R -1 Zone)), 15 -413-10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15-
4C-9 (Vehicular Access (R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking for R -1 Zones (Second
Dwelling Units)). These sections in. Chapter 4 (Residential Zones) make
references to specific sections in Chapter 15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading
Spaces), which have been renumbered as part of the proposed ZTA. The
proposed changes to Chapter 4 (Residential Zones) are intended to ensure the
references between the Chapter 4 and Chapter 15 are accurate.
The table below provides cross - references between new and revised code
standards in the proposed Chapter 15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) and
the relevant sections in the existing Chapter 15.
Topic Description
Old Code Section
New Code Section
MAJOR CHANGES
Off -Site Parking
15 -15 -8 & 15 -15 -9
15- 15 -3(H)
Parking Exceptions
N/A
15- 15 -3(J)
Parking Area Development
Standards
Drive Aisle Width and
Parking Row Depth
Drive - Through Facilities
15 -15 -5
15 -15 -5
15- 15- 5(A).2
15- 15 -5(N)
N/A
15- 15 -5(Q)
Required Parking Spaces
15 -15 -3
15 -15 -6
Commercial Uses
15- 15 -3(B)
15-15-6(A).8-15-15-6(A).15
Eating and Drinking
Establishments
15- 15 -3(B)
15- 15- 6(A).16 — 15-15 -
6(A).19
Vehicle Related Services
15- 15- 3(B).10
15- 15- 6(A).25 — 15-15 -
6(A).27
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Recreational Uses
N/A
15- 15- 6(A).32 — 15-15 -
6(A).35
Reductions in the Number
of Required Parking Spaces
15- 15 -3(D)
15- 15 -6(C)
Off - Street Loading Space
Standards
Types and Dimensions of
Loading Spaces
Number of Loading
Spaces Required
15 -15 -6
15 -15 -7
15 -15 -6
15- 15 -7(B)
15 -15 -6
15- 15 -7(C)
Adjustments to Loading
Space Standards
N/A
15- 15 -7(D)
MINOR CHANGES
Applicability
N/A
15 -15 -2
General Provisions
Additions to Single - Family
Dwellings
15 -15 -2
15 -15 -3
N/A
15- 15- 3(G).2
Development Standards
Driveway and Parking
Area Paving
Parking Spaces Location
Parking Lot Slope
Tire Stops
Landscaping
Parking Space
Dimensions
Parking Clearance and
Obstructions
15 -1.5 -5
15 -15 -5
15- 15 -2(L)
15- 15 -5(B)
15- 15 -2(H)
15- 15 -5(D)
N/A
15- 15 -5(E)
15- 15 -2(C)
15- 15 -5(F)
15 -2 -14
15- 15 -5(H)
15- 15- 5(A).1
15- 15 -5(1)
N/A
15- 15 -5(L)
N/A
15- 15 -5(M)
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Vehicle Ramps
Parking Structure
Standards
Special Residential
Parking Requirements
15- 15 -5(D)
15- 15 -5(R)
15- 15 -5(C)
15- 15 -5(S)
15 -15 -5
Required Parking Spaces
Residential Uses
Industrial Uses
Public Assembly
15 -15 -3
15 -15 -6
15- 15 -3(A)
15- 15- 6(A).1 - 15- 15- 6(A).5
15- 15 -3(B)
15- 15- 6(A).20 - 15-15 -
6(A).24
15- 15 -3(B)
15- 15- 6(A).31
Required Bicycle Spaces
15- 16- 3(B):5 (TDM)
15- 15 -6(B)
Parking Reductions for
Accessible Upgrades
N/A
15- 15- 6(C).4
Off - Street Loading
Requirements
General Provisions
15 -15 -6
15 -15 -7
15 -15 -6
15- 15 -7(A)
FINDINGS:
Consistency with the El Segundo Municipal Code
Pursuant to ESMC Title 15, Chapter 26 (Amendments), in order to recommend City
Council approval of the, proposed amendment, the Planning Commission must find
that the amendment is necessary to carry out the general purpose of Title 15. The
purpose of this Title (ESMC § 15 -1 -1) is to serve the public health, safety, and
general welfare and to provide economic and social advantages resulting from an
orderly planned use of land resources. Planning staff believes that the Planning
Commission can make the findings in order to recommend City Council approval of
the proposed amendment. The findings are discussed in detail in the proposed
resolution.
V. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
ESMC 15 -1 -1 (Purpose, Title) states that Title 15 is the primary tool for
implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the El Segundo General
Plan. Accordingly, the Planning Commission must find that the proposed Zone Text
Amendment is consistent with those goals, objectives, and policies. Planning staff
believes that the Planning Commission can make the findings in order to
recommend City Council approval of the proposed amendment. The findings are
discussed in detail in the proposed resolution.
VI. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In accordance with the Public Resources Code and the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, the proposed ordinance is categorically exempt
from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant
to Categorical Exemption 15301 (Class 1 — Existing Facilities); Categorical
Exemption 15303 (Class 3- New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures);
Categorical Exemption 15304 (Class 4 — Minor Alterations.to Land); Categorical
Exemption 15305 (Class 5 — Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations), and
Categorical Exemption 15311 (Class 11 - Accessory Structures).
VII. CONCLUSION
The proposed Zone Text Amendment substantially reorganizes the City's standards,
making ESMC Chapter 15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) a more user -
friendly document. It clarifies and updates existing standards, and incorporates new
standards where appropriate to make the code more consistent with current
planning practices. Additionally, the proposed standards are designed to be more
flexible and provide staff more discretion to address unique uses and
circumstances. Staff believes that the proposed standards meet the objectives
discussed previously in this report and reflect the direction received from the City
Council, the Planning Commission, and the input received from the public.
Therefore, staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No.
2674 amending the ESMC parking and loading regulations.
VIII. EXHIBITS
A. Draft Planning Commission Resolution No. 2674, including Draft Ordinance
B. ESMC Chapter 15 (Off - Street Parking and Loading Spaces)
C. Inter - Departmental Comments
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Kimberly C r stensen, AICP, Planning Manager
Department Planning & Building Safety
Greg pent , Director
Depa ent of Planning & Building Safety
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RESOLUTION NO. 2674
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE Ell SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
( "ESMC ") REGULATING VEHICLE PARKING AND LOADING.
(EA NO. 755 AND ZTA NO. 07-02)
The Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The Planning Commission finds and declares that:
A. On March 22, 2007, City staff provided the Planning Commission a status
report on research regarding possible amendments to the City of El
Segundo's off - street parking and loading requirements in ESMC Chapter
15 -15;
B. On April 3, 2007, the City Council directed staff to propose amendments to
the ESMC regarding parking and loading regulations;
C. On April 5, 2007, the City of El Segundo initiated an application for
Environmental Assessment No. EA -755 and Zone Text Amendment No.
07 -02 to amend the ESMC regulating parking;
D. On September 22, 2009, staff conducted a meeting with the Planning and
Building Safety Advisory Group to review and discuss the off - street
parking and loading standards and proposed amendments and to consider
the information provided by City staff;
E. On November 12, 2009, the Planning Commission considered an update
on staff's research and provided staff further direction for regarding
parking requirements;
F. On December 15, 2009, the City Council considered staff's research,
provided staff further direction, and directed staff to prepare an
amendment to the ESMC to modify the City's parking;
G. The application was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
H. In addition, the City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under
the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§
21000, et seq., "CEQA ") the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal
Code. of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines ") and the
City's Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
adopted March 16, 1993);
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I. The Planning and Building Safety Department completed its review and
scheduled the public hearing regarding the application before the Planning
Commission for May 27, 2010;
J. On May 27, 2010, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to
receive public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed
amendment, including, without limitation, information provided to the
Planning Commission by City staff and public testimony; and
K. This Resolution and its findings are made based upon the evidence
presented to the Commission at its May 27, 2010, hearing including,
without limitation, the staff report submitted by the Planning and Building
Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Factual Findings And Conclusions. The Commission finds that the
proposed ordinance amends various parts of the ESMC regulating parking and
associated land uses in several ways including, without limitation, as follows:
A. It affects all zones in the City of El Segundo.
B. It establishes an administrative adjustment process to allow deviations
from the minimum parking area development standards.
C. It adds new standards regarding parking area striping, parking spaces
location, parking lot slope, parking area lighting, parking space
dimensions, parking space clearance and permitted obstructions, vehicle
ramps, drive aisle width, driveways and curb cuts, and drive - through
facilities.
D. It adds the minimum parking space requirements for several uses not
previously listed, and modifies the requirements of uses currently listed,
including live /work units, caretaker units, fitness centers animal care uses,
motels, landscape nurseries, full service restaurants, food -to -go uses,
mini - storage uses, data centers, car washes, public assembly uses, and
recreational uses.
E. It modifies the permitted number of compact and tandem parking spaces,
and the required number of bicycle spaces for various uses.
F. It delegates authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director, or
designee, to approve limited reductions in the required number of parking
spaces.
G. It establishes three types of loading spaces, modifies the loading
requirements for all uses, and grants staff the authority to approve limited
modifications to the type of loading spaces required. 4 ,!
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H. It clarifies the existing code requirements, improve the code predictability,
and add more flexibility to address properties and uses with unique
characteristics.
It introduces new standards that help improve parking area efficiency and
reduce potential circulation conflicts.
J. It does not increase the permitted density of development in the City.
K. It establishes minimum plant sizes for new shrubs and trees.
SECTION 3: General Plan Findings. As required under Government Code § 65454 the
ESMC amendments proposed by the proposed Ordinance are consistent with the City's
general plan as follows:
A. It conforms with the Land Use Element Goals, Objectives and Policies.
Specifically, the ordinance is consistent with Goal LU1, Objective LU1 -5,
Goal LU4, Objective LU4 -3, Goal LU5, and Objective LU5 -2, in that it
creates policies, design standards; helps create a sense of place for the
entire City; develops parking guidelines that encourage employers to
provide incentives for using public transportation and plan for reducing
Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT); and encourages the construction of high -
quality, well designed developments through the adoption of property
development standards.
B. It conforms with the Circulation Element Goals Objectives and Policies.
Specifically, it is consistent with Goal C2, Objective C2 -2 and Objective
C2 -5, Goal C3, Objective C3 -1 and Objective C3 -2, in that it encourages
the use of the bicycle as a safe and convenient travel mode within the
City's circulation system; ensures the use of Transportation Demand
Management (TDM) measures throughout the City, where appropriate, to
discourage the single- occupant vehicle, particularly during the peak hours;
ensures that potential circulation system impacts are considered when the
City's decision makers and staff are evaluating land use changes; and
ensures the consideration of impacts of land use decisions on the City's
parking situation.
C. It conforms with the Conservation Element Goals Objectives and Policies.
Specifically, it is consistent with Goal CN5 and Policy CN5 -4, in that it
establishes density and development standards that protect and reflect the
character and quality of existing neighborhoods and minimize the loss of
landscaped area.
D. It conforms with the Air Quality Element Goals Objectives and Policies.
Specifically, it is consistent with Goal AQ4 and Objective AQ4 -1, in that it
promotes non - motorized transportation.
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SECTION 4: Zone Text Amendment Findings. In accordance with ESMC § 15 -26 -4
and based on the findings set forth in Section 2, the proposed Zone Text Amendment is
consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan as follows:
A. It is consistent with the purpose of the ESMC, which is to serve the public
health, safety, and general welfare and to provide the economic and social
advantages resulting from an orderly planned use of land resources.
B. It is necessary to facilitate the development process and ensure the
orderly development of properties with adequate in number and well -
designed parking and loading facilities.
SECTION 5: Environmental Assessment. The Planning Commission determines that
the proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental
Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the
"CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications to an
existing zoning code and specification of procedures related thereto and will not have
the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings
required therefor. The proposed ordinance is an action that does not have the potential
to cause significant effects on the environment, but rather will help reduce the overall
transportation and circulation impacts of new and modified parking and loading facilities
and ensure that adequate parking and loading facilities are provided. Accordingly, the
proposed ordinance constitutes a Class 1 (existing facilities), Class 3 (new construction
or conversion of small structures), Class 5 (minor alteration in land use limitations), and
Class 11 (accessory structures) categorical exemption.
SECTION 6: Recommendations. The Planning Commission recommends that the City
Council adopt the ordinance set forth in attached exhibit "A," which is incorporated by
reference.
SECTION 7: Reliance On Record. Each and every one* of the findings and
determination in this Resolution are based on the competent and substantial evidence,
both oral and written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings
and determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the
Planning Commission in all respects and are fully and completely supported by
substantial evidence in the record as a whole.
SECTION 8: Limitations. The Planning Commission's analysis and evaluation of the
project is based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in
evaluating a project that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the
project will not exist. One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the
Planning Commission's lack of knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts
have been made to form accurate assumptions. Somewhat related to this are the
limitations on the city's ability to solve what are in effect regional, state, and national
problems and issues. The City must work within the political framework within which it
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exists and with the limitations inherent in that framework.
SECTION 9: This Resolution will remain effective until superseded by a subsequent
resolution.
SECTION 10: The Commission secretary is directed to mail a copy of this
Resolution to any person requesting a copy.
SECTION 11: This Resolution may be appealed within ten (10) calendar days
after its adoption. All appeals must be in writing and filed with the City Clerk within this
time period. Failure to file a timely written appeal will constitute a waiver of any right of
appeal.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 27th day of May, 2010.
ATTEST:
Greg Carpenter, Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
By:
David Wagner, Chairperson
City of El Segundo Planning Commission
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING Ell SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
( "ESMC ") PARKING AND LOADING REGULATIONS.
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On March 22, 2007, City staff provided the Planning Commission a status
report on research regarding possible amendments to El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") Chapter 15 -15 regulating parking and loading;
B. On April 3, 2007, the City Council directed staff to recommend changes to
the ESMC;
C. On April 5, 2007, the City of El Segundo filed an application t amend the
ESMC's regulations regarding parking and loading;
D. On September 22, 2009, City staff met with the Planning and Building
Safety Advisory Group to review and discuss the off - street parking and
loading standards;
E. On November 12, 2009, the Planning Commission considered staff's
recommendations and provided staff further direction;
F. On December 15, 2009, the City Council considered staff and Planning
Commission recommendations. It directed staff to prepare proposed
changes to the ESMC;
G. This Ordinance was prepared and reviewed by the City's Planning and
Building Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan
and conformity with the ESMC;
H. In addition, the City reviewed the project's potential environmental impacts
of this Ordinance pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act
(Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 Cal Code. of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq.,
the "CEQA Guidelines ") and the City's Environmental Guidelines (City
Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993);
I. In adopting this Ordinance, the Council intends simply to regulate parking
and loading, impose the community's design standards, and protect public
health and safety;
J. When adopting this Ordinance, the City considered the entire
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administrative record concerning parking and loading regulations
including, without limitation, information set forth in staff reports presented
to the El Segundo Planning Commission and City Council; public
testimony; the City's General Plan; and other evidence set forth in the
record or commonly known to the community.
SECTION 2: Findings. The findings set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No.
2674 are incorporated into this Ordinance by reference as if fully set forth.
SECTION 3: All instances of the term "Director of Community, Economic and
Development Services" set forth in the ESMC sections affected by this Ordinance are
amended to read "Director of Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 4: The definitions of "Cafe," "Drive- Through Restaurant" and "Food- to -Go"
set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 are respectively renamed "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant,
Drive - Through," and "Restaurant, Food- to -Go." The terms "Cafe," "Drive- Through
Restaurant," and "Food- to -Go," as used in the ESMC, however, may be used
interchangeably with "Restaurant, Cafe," "Restaurant, Drive - Through," and "Restaurant,
Food- to -Go." The definitions of these terms remain unchanged.
SECTION 5: El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") § 15 -1 -6 is amended to read as
follows:
"15 -1 -6: DEFINITIONS:
CAFE: See RESTAURANT, CAFE.
DRIVE - THROUGH RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, DRIVE- THROUGH.
FAST FOOD RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FAST FOOD.
FOOD- TO -GO: See RESTAURANT, FOOD- TO -GO.
FULL SERVICE RESTAURANT: See RESTAURANT, FULL SERVICE.
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RESTAURANT: Any business establishment, building, or structure where food or drink
are prepared and served for consumption either on or off the premises, which may also
include as accessory uses, service to persons over an interior counter, outside the
structure, or from an outdoor service window. Any restaurant with an automobile
service window shall be considered a drive - through restaurant.
StFiGtly ta4aeut shall be GensideFed a food to go establishment."
SECTION 6: A new definition of "Restaurant, Fast Food" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6 to
read as follows:
"RESTAURANT FAST FOOD. A restaurant where customers purchase food
and beveraaes and either consume the food and beverages on the premises
within a short period of time or take the food and beverages off the premises.
Typical characteristics of a fast food restaurant include, without limitation, the
purchase of food and beverages at a walk -up window or counter, no table service
by a server, for food and beverages before consumption; and the
packaging of food and beverages in disposable containers. A restaurant is not
be considered a fast food or take -out restaurant solely on the basis of incidental
or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 7: A new definition of "Restaurant, Full Service" is added to ESMC§ 15 -1 -6
to read as follows:
"RESTAURANT FULL SERVICE. A restaurant where customers purchase food
and beverages and consume the food and beverages on the premises. Typical
characteristics of a full service restaurant, include, without limitation, table service
by a server; payment for food and beverages after consumption, and serving
food and beverages in non - disposable containers. A full service restaurant may
include incidental or occasional take -out sales."
SECTION 8: The definition of "Floor Area (Net)" set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"FLOOR AREA (NET): The area of all floors or levels included within the exterior
surrounding walls of a building or structure. The total space devoted to high or medium
bay labs, in the M -1 Zone only, may be multiplied by a factor of 0.5 to determine the net
floor area. Space devoted to the following shall not be included when determining the
total net floor area within a building or structure:
A. Elevator shafts.
B. Stairwells.
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C. Courts or atriums uncovered and open to the sky.
D. Rooms exclusively holding building operating equipment.
E. Parking spaces at or above grade and access thereto; provided, that in
commercial and manufacturing zones:
1. Not less than the front fifty percent (50 %) of the ground floor is devoted to
commercial /manufacturing use; and
2. At least one full level of parking below grade is provided.
F. Structures devoted exclusively to parking.
G Restrooms in common areas of nonresidential buildings."
SECTION 9: The definition of "Offices, General' set forth in ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended
to read as follows:
"OFFICES, GENERAL: Offices maintained and used as a place of .business conducted
by persons whose business activity consists principally of services to the person as
distinguished from the handling of commodities. This does not include medical - dental
offices. General offices include, but are not limited to the following:
A Administrative /Business. Establishments providing direct services to consumers,
such as credit lending and trust agencies, data processing services, detective
agencies employment insurance agencies, real estate offices, stenographic,
secretarial and word processing services, union offices and utility company
offices.
B Broadcasting Offices and Studios. Commercial and public communications uses,
includina radio and television broadcastina and receiving stations and studios,
with facilities entirely within buildings.
C Production. Office -type facilities occupied by businesses engaged in the
production of intellectual property. Production uses include computer software
production and programming services media post production services, graphic
design fashion photography and commercial art studios, writers and artists
offices.
D Professional. Professional offices include accounting; advertising agencies;
architectural engineering planning and surveying services; attorneys; auditing
and bookkeepina services; consulting; corporate; counseling services; court
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reporting services, educational services, literary and talent agencies;
management and public relations services; scientific and research
organizations."
SECTION 10: ESMC § 15 -1 -6 is amended to add and amend the following definitions:
"* * `COMMERCIAL:
A Retail sales. Alcohol sales (off- site), building material stores, convenience
stores general retail stores, and warehouse retail showrooms.
General retail stores: General retail stores include sales, without limitation, of
appliances art gallery, artists' supplies bakeries (retail only), bicycles books
and periodicals, cameras and photographic supplies, clothing and
accessories computer and computer equipment, electronics, department
stores, drug and discount stores, collectable items sales, curio, -gift and
souvenir shops dry goods fabric and sewing supplies, florists and
houseplant stores (indoor) furniture and home furnishings, grocery stores,
hardware hobby materials household and kitchen goods, jewelry, luggage
and leather goods musical instruments, parts and accessories, newsstands,
orthopedic supplies pharmacies religious goods, small wares, specialty
shops sporting goods and equipment stationery, and toys and games.
B Retail services. Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support
Services.
Personal Services: Personal services include, without limitation, barber shops
and beauty salons clothing rental, dry cleaning pick -up stores with limited
equipment hair, nail facial, and personal care, laundromats (self - service
laundries) photo development, shoe repair shops, tailors, tanning salons.
Personal Services do not include massaae establishments.
Business and Consumer Support Services: Business and consumer support
services include without limitation, establishments primarily providing
consumers and businesses with services, including maintenance, repair and
service, testing rental, as well as the following: business equipment repair
services (except vehicle repair, see "vehicle sales and services -
maintenance /repair ") computer - related services (rental, repair), copying,
quick printing and blueprinting services equipment rental businesses within
buildings film - processing laboratories, heavy eauipment repair services,
where repair occurs on the client site, household appliance and equipment
repair services janitorial and maid services, mail advertising services
(reproduction and shipping), photocopvina and photofinishing, protective
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services (other than office - related), window cleaning.
Personal Services and Business and Consumer Support Services may also
include accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.
C Financial institutions Banks and trust companies, credit agencies, credit unions,
investment companies lending and thrift institutions, securities /commodity
contract brokers and dealers security and commodity exchanges, vehicle
finance (equity) leasing agencies Financial institutions do not include check
cashing or pay day loan facilities.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:
A Public recreational facilities are facilities that are operated by a government
agency.
1 Indoor: Examples include without limitation, indoor entertainment, multi-
purpose recreational buildings and studios for dance, art, music, photography,
and martial art.
2 Outdoor: Examples include without limitation, Athletic fields, ball parks and
bleachers basketball racquetball, tennis, and volleyball courts, -golf courses,
parks and other areas of active or passive recreational usage, swimming pools,
trails and bicycle trails.
B. Private /Commercial.
1 Indoor: Examples include without limitation, arcades, billiard /pool halls,
bowling alleys indoor entertainment, racquetball and tennis courts, and skating
rinks.
2 Outdoor: Examples include without limitation, amusement centers (arcades,
skating rinks miniature golf, and similar uses), golf courses, miniature golf,
racauetball and tennis courts.
SCHOOLS PRIVATE: Private schools are educational institutions that include, without
schools and high schools: military academies; professional schools (law, medicine,
etc) seminaries /religious ministry training facilities. Private schools also include
ssgecialized non - degree granting schools offering instruction in: art, ballet and other
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dance computers and electronics cooking drama, driver education, language, and
music.
VEHICLE SALES AND SERVICES: The sales, rental, repair, alteration, restoration,
towing, painting, or finishing of automobiles trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, and
other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of
vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes, without limitation, the following
categories:
A Accessories Installation. Minor facilities that specialize in the addition of
supplemental convenience items or devices to vehicles that do not involve the
primary operating system of a vehicle (such as motors or transmissions) or
structural features (such as body, chassis, or suspension). For example, these
establishments provide installation of alarms, stereos, and window tinting-
B. Vehicle Sales /Rental. Retail establishments selling or renting automobiles, trucks
and vans May also include repair shops and the sales of parts and accessories,
incidental to vehicle dealerships The term does not include the sale of auto
parts /accessories separate from a vehicle dealership (see "Auto Parts Sales ");
bicycle and moped sales (see "Retail: General Retail Stores "); tire recapping
establishments: or "Service Stations," which are separately defined.
C Vehicle Parts Sales. Stores that sell new automobile parts, tires, and
accessories May also include minor parts installation (see "Vehicles Sales and
Services ") The term does not include businesses dealing exclusively in used
parts.
D Car Washes Permanent self - service and /or attended car washing
establishments including fully mechanized facilities. May include detailing
services.
E Impounding /Storage. Facilities that provide impounding and storage of towed or
impounded vehicles Does not include towing (see "Vehicle Sales and Services:
Towin "
F Maintenance /Repair. The installation replacement, tuning, or maintenance of
the various parts equipment or operating systems of a vehicle, which includes
body and fender work engine overhauling and replacement, transmission work,
automobile painting, and car washing.
G Accessory retail sales and services. Includes retail sales and services, storage
of tires car parts and other automobile supplies, and limited automobile sales.
Automobile sales cannot exceed eight (8) automobiles per month: not more than
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three (3) automobiles can be displayed at one time.
H Mobile Home and Recreational Vehicle Sales.. Retail establishments selling
and /or rentina the following new or used vehicles and products:
Boats campers /camper shells golf carts iet skis, mobile homes, motor homes,
motorcycles, snowmobiles travel /recreational trailers, and other recreational
vehicles.
Service. Stations. (See definition of "Service Stations ")
J. Towing. Facilities that provide vehicle towing. Does not include storage of towed
or impounded vehicles (see "Vehicle Sales and Services: Impounding /Storage).
SECTION 11: ESMC § 15 -2 -6 is amended to read as follows:
"CORNER CLEARANCE: For the purpose of safe visibility, all corner lots, and
reverse corner lots sh"must maintain a triangular area, described as follows: One
angle s14 A4 must be formed by the front and side property lines, and the sides of this
angle s14a11must be fifteen feet (16) in length, measured along the front and side
property lines; the third side of this triangle shaflmust be a straight line connecting the
two (2) other lines at their endpoints. Within the area comprising this triangle, no trees,
fences, shrubs, retaining walls, buildings and structures, or other physical obstructions
shallmust be permitted to exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it
is a tree which is trimmed to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility from
street grade under the canopy created by the branches.
Corner Clearance Illustration
[insert Illustrationl."
SECTION 12: ESMC § 15 -2 -11 is amended to read as follows:
"DRIVEWAY VISIBILITY:
A. Triangle Area Required: To provide visibility for pedestrians and drivers, a
visibility triangle sha4must be formed along each side of the driveway located on
the subject property. Within this area fences, walls, and landscaping sh"must
not be allowed to exceed thirty inches (30 ") in height from street grade, unless it
is a tree which is trimmed to provide a minimum of twelve feet (12') of visibility
from street grade under the canopy created by the branches.
B. Location And Description: The triangular area shaalmust be located adjacent to,
but outside the driveway area, and &aflmust be described as follows: one angle
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shaflmust be formed by the intersection of the driveway and the property line abutting
the street, the sides of which shaf4must be ten feet (10') in length. The third side of this
triangle must be a straight line connecting the two (2) other lines at their end points.
Driveway Visibility Illustration
[insert Illustrationl."
SECTION 13: ESMC § 15 -2 -14 is amended to read as follows:
"A. Requirement; Purpose: The goal of this Section is to ensure that adequate
landscape areas and permanent irrigation facilities are provided for all new
development. The area extending between a building(s) and property lines sha-4
must contain both soft (plantings) and hard (rock, brick, concrete) landscape
materials, except for those portions devoted to vehicular parking and loading. All
new landscape areas must comply with ESMC Title 10, Chapter 2 relating to
Water Conservation in Landscaping. The purpose of these landscape areas afe
is:
B. Components: To achieve these purposes, the landscape criteria is divided into
three (3) separate components: those areas related to "vehicular use areas"-.-
areas related to "building perimeter ";i and those areas related to the "property
perimeter," in set forth below.
4. Minimum sizes for plant material:
a The minimum tree container size for all trees on a site must be provided as
follows:
L At least 20% of the trees must be 36 -inch box size or larger.
ii. At least 30% of the trees must be 24 -inch box size or larger.
iii. The remaining 50% must be 15- gallon size or larger.
iv. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve smaller tree
container sizes than required based on site conditions, however no tree may
be smaller than a 15- gallon size.
b Shrubs must be planted from a minimum 5- gallon -size container. One -
gallon -size containers may be allowed for shrubs that are not commonly
available in 5-gallon-size containers, subiect to approval by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.'
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SECTION 14: ESMC § 15 -4A -8 is amended to read as follows:
"OFF STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES: Off street parking must be
provided as required by chapter 15 of this title, but in no case can a driveway or curb cut
be less ten feet (10') in width. Where the driveway access and curb cut is to a two (2)
car or larger garage which exits directly onto the front street, the driveway and curb cut
cannot be less than sixteen feet (16') in width. Driveway entrances and exit locations
must be provided in conformance with subsection 16 16 61= 15 -15 -50 of this title."
SECTION 15: ESMC § 15 -4A -10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -1 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
shaf4must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) or more of the properties
on the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
section, the "block" is defined as the properties on the same side of the street between
the nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways shaf4must be installed in
conformance with section 15 -4A -8. of this article and subsection 16-16- 6F15 -15 -50 of
this title."
SECTION 16: ESMC § 15 -46 -10 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -2 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
shal4must be from the alley, except when eighty percent (80 %) of more of the properties
on the block have existing vehicular access from the street. For the purposes of this
Section, the "block" is defined as the area on both sides of the street between the
nearest intersecting streets. Curb cuts and driveways &h"must be installed in
conformance with subsection 1,6 16- 6F15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 17: ESMC § 15 -4C -9 is amended to read as follows:
"VEHICULAR ACCESS: Where an R -3 lot abuts an alley, vehicular access to the lot
sM44must be from the alley. Curb cuts and driveways sh"must be installed in
conformance with subsection 16- 16- 6F15 -15 -50 of this Title."
SECTION 18: ESMC § 15- 4E -5(B) is amended to read as follows:
"PARKING FOR R -1 ZONES:
B. Off - Street Parking: Off - street parking spaces must be provided for a second
dwelling unit in addition to that required for the main residence. The number and
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type of parking spaces must comply with Chapter
15 of this tTitle as tk►ey it relates to two - family dwellings. The required parking
space may not block any required existing enclosed space for the existing
underlying zone, nor conflict with access to a required parking space."
SECTION 19: ESMC Chapter 15 -15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces) is
amended in its entirety to read as follows:
"Chapter 15
OFF- STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES
SECTION:
15 -15 - 1: Purpose
15 -15 - 2: Applicability
15 -15 - 3: General Provisions
15 -15 - 4: Plan Preparation and Permit Approval
15 -15 - 5: Parking Area Development Standards
15 -15 - 6: Required Parking Spaces
15 -15 - 7: Off - Street Loading Space Standards
15 -15 -1: PURPOSE.
The purpose of this Chapter is to provide for adequate off - street parking and loading
standards, to ensure that parking spaces are suitably maintained and available for the
use of the occupants of the site and to mitigate associated on- street parking and traffic
circulation problems throughout the City.
15 -15 -2: APPLICABILITY.
A. The provisions of this Chapter apply in all zones of the City unless specifically
provided otherwise in an adopted specific plan.
B. The provisions of this Chapter apply at the time a building or structure is erected,
altered, or expanded, or when the use is established, changed or expanded.
C. Parking spaces and loading spaces established by this Chapter must be improved
as required by this Chapter before new buildings or structures are occupied or
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existing buildings or structures are expanded or modified for a new use.
D. The provisions of this Chapter apply to parking facilities for authorized temporary
uses or special events, except where specifically exempted by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
15 -15 -3: GENERAL PROVISIONS:
A. Compliance. It is unlawful for any person to violate any part of this Chapter
including, without limitation, any discretionary or ministerial permit issued by the City
pursuant to this Code or Chapter.
B. Availability. It is unlawful for required parking to be utilized in any manner
inconsistent with the lawful uses of property including, without limitation, rendering it
unavailable for property occupants, patrons, or visitors of a building or use during
normal hours of operation. This meaning shall not be construed to prohibit security
devices.
C. Maintenance. Parking spaces, driveways, maneuvering aisles, turnaround areas,
and landscaping areas must be maintained free of debris, graffiti, and litter; and
striping, paving, walls light standards, and all other facilities must be maintained in
good condition.
D. Location of Parking. All required parking must be located on the same lot or
building site as the uses for which such spaces are required, unless an Off -Site
Parking covenant is approved in compliance with this Chapter.
E. Mixed or Multiple Uses and /or Occupancies. A site with multiple uses or mixed
occupancies must provide the aggregate number of parking spaces required by this
chapter for each separate use. On site parking spaces for one use cannot be
considered as providing required parking spaces for any other use, except when
authorized through an Off -Site Parking Covenant in accordance with this Chapter.
F. Fractional Spaces. Where the application of cumulative parking requirements
results in a fractional space, then the fractions are rounded to the nearest whole
number.
G. Expansion or Remodeling of Building, or Change in Use.
1. Expansion of Building or Use, Generally. Upon change or expansion of a
building, or outdoor use area resulting in additional floor area devoted to a use,
additional outdoor use area, or an increase in the number of dwelling units on a lot,
additional parking and loading spaces must be provided only for the additional floor
area, outdoor use area, or residential units without diminishing the existing parking,
unless such parking exceeds the requirements of this chapter.
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2. Addition of Floor Area to a Dwelling Unit. Notwithstanding any other provision
of this Chapter, the cumulative addition of 1,000 square feet of floor area to a
residential unit upon the effective date of this ordinance must comply with the
minimum parking requirements for residential units as established in this Chapter.
3. Change of Use, Generally. When the use of a building changes to another use
that is required to have the same number of parking spaces, no additional parking
spaces are required for the new use, regardless of the number of spaces provided
by the previous use, if the previous use was legally established and the number of
spaces has not decreased. When a change in use requires more off - street parking
than the previous use, additional parking spaces must be provided equal in number
to the difference between the total number of spaces required by the new use and
the number of spaces required for the immediately previous use. When a change in
use requires less off - street parking than the previous use, no additional parking
spaces are required.
H. Off -Site Parking.
1. Applicability. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve off -site
parking locations within the city for nonresidential uses to meet the parking
requirements of this chapter. Such off -site parking locations must be secured with a
covenant, approved by the city attorney, and recorded in the county recorder's office
before the city issues building permits. The off -site parking spaces used to satisfy
the parking requirements for a different site must be surplus to the required parking
spaces required for uses of the off -site location. Alternatively, the Planning
Commission may approve a reduction of required parking spaces as provided in this
Chapter.
2. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review off -
site parking covenants for a maximum of twenty (20) parking spaces or 20 percent of
the required number of parking spaces, whichever is less. The parking covenant
may include such conditions as the Director of Planning and Building Safety may
lawfully impose.
3. Planning Commission Review. The Planning - Commission must review all off -site
parking covenants for more than 20 parking spaces. The parking covenant may
include such conditions as the Planning Commission may lawfully impose.
4. Off -Site Parking Findings of Approval. Requests for off -site parking must meet
the following requirements:
a) The off site parking must be located so that it will adequately serve the use for
which it is intended. In making this determination, the following factors, among
other things, must be considered.
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L Proximity of the off -site parking facilities;
ii. Ease of pedestrian access to the off -site parking facilities;
iii. Provisions for transportation to and from the off -site parking facility (e.g.
shuttle or valet services);
iv. The type of use the off -site parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e.
off -site parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as
retail sales and services.
Joint Use /Shared Parking. Uses that share parking facilities on the same lot may
be granted parking space reductions when they have significantly different peak
hours of operation. Joint Use /Shared Parking reductions may be granted in
compliance with this Chapter (Reductions in the Number of Required Parking
Spaces).
J. Parking Exceptions.
1. Director Review. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may review and
approve requests for administrative adjustments from the requirements of this
chapter as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title including, without
limitation, the design and layout of parking facilities; the required number of parking
spaces; the dimensions of parking spaces; the type of loading spaces required;
aisles; driveways and curb cuts; . paving materials and colors; and striping. The
types and extent of adjustments the Director of Planning and Building Safety is
authorized to review administratively or is authorized to review subject to a public
hearing are specified in Sections 15 -15 -5, 15 -15 -6, and 15 -15 -7 of this Chapter.
2. Planning Commission Review. The Planning Commission must review requests
for parking reductions and may review administrative adjustments referred by the
Director of Planning and Building Safety.
K. Failure to Maintain Required Parking. In the event on site parking and loading
area facilities required to be provided under this code are not maintained for licensed
vehicle parking and truck loading area purposes to the extent required, The Director
of Planning and Building Safety may revoke a certificate of occupancy for structures
that fail to maintain required onsite parking and loading facilities. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety must provide a property owner at least ninety (90) days
to comply with this code, including any ministerial or discretionary permits as to
parking if it appears that a violation was reasonably beyond the control of the person
required to comply with this chapter. Should a certificate of occupancy be revoked,
the premises affected cannot be occupied or used for any purpose until a new
certificate of occupancy is issued.
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15 -15 -4 PLAN PREPARATION AND PERMIT APPROVAL.
A. A person seeking a building permit, change of occupancy, or change in design to a
parking and loading area must submit a parking and loading area plan, in a form
approved by the Director of Planning and Building Safety, to the Director of Planning
and Building Safety. The plans must clearly indicate the location, size, shape and
design, of all curb cuts, lighting, landscaping, and parking spaces in full compliance
with code requirements.
B. The City cannot issue a building permit until the applicant presents satisfactory
evidence to the Director of Planning and Building Safety that parking and loading
facilities required by the provisions of this chapter will be provided and maintained.
15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
A. Access and Circulation.
1. Design. Parking facilities must be designed so that a car within a facility will not
have to enter a street to move from one location to any other location with in the
same facility.
2. Exit. Parking facilities in nonresidential zones must be designed in such a
manner that any vehicle on the property will be able to maneuver as necessary
so that it may exit from the property traveling in a forward direction. However,
vehicles may exit onto an alley traveling in a reverse direction.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the Site Access and Circulation standards as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
B. Driveway and Parking Area Paving and Surfacing.
All permanent on -site parking, loading, vehicle storage and vehicle sales areas must
be paved with approved concrete or asphaltic concrete. On -site parking areas to be
used for not longer than one year must be surfaced and maintained with an
impervious material acceptable to the Director of Planning and Building Safety so as
to eliminate dust and mud. All on -site parking areas must be graded and drained so
as to dispose of all surface water in accordance with the applicable storm water
regulations. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion,
approve alternative paving material such as decorative concrete, grasscrete, brick,
or similar material of equivalent durability. The Director of Planning and Building
Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the Driveway and Parking Area
Paving standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
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C. Parking Area Striping.
All parking spaces must be clearly striped with white, double 4 -inch wide stripes, one
foot apart. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the parking area striping standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title. The alternative designs may include, without limitation, the
use of colored concrete and other decorative materials. Approved striping
alternatives must clearly identify parking spaces and distinguish them from adjoining
walkways and drive aisles.
Figure 1 (Parking Area Striping).
[Insert Illustration]
D. Parking Space Location.
1. Residential Spaces.
a) Guest Spaces. No required guest parking space for any residential use may
be located, in whole or in part, in any required front yard or front two- thirds (2/3)
of any required side yard.
b) Required Spaces. Required parking spaces, excepting required guest parking
spaces, for any residential use must be located within a required garage or
carport as required in Section 15 -15 -5S of this title.
2. Nonresidential Spaces.
a) Parking spaces may encroach into a required landscaped setback up to a
maximum of fifty (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a minimum
landscaped setback of five (5) feet is maintained.
b) Parking spaces that back -up directly into a driveway entrance must maintain a
minimum landscaped setback of twenty (20) feet from any street - facing property
line.
c) Access by Alley. Where vehicular access is provided by an alley, parking may
intrude into the required rear yard; provided, however, the amount of setback
intruded upon. must be replaced by increasing the other required yards on -site by
an equivalent amount.
Figure 2 (Parking Space Location)
[Insert Illustration]
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E. Parking Lot Slope.
The maximum slope for parking lots is five percent (5 %). The Director of Planning
and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments from the parking lot
slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
F. Tire Stops.
1. Dimensions. Tire stops must be a minimum of six (6) inches wide by six (6)
inches in height.
2. Location. Concrete tire stops must be provided in all parking lot areas abutting a
building, structure, sidewalk, planting area, street or alley. Tire stops shall be
located two (2) feet from the front of a parking space.
3. In lieu of a tire stop, a continuous concrete curb may be provided. The vehicle
overhang area may be landscaped, however this landscaped area does not count
toward the required Vehicle Use Area landscaping.
Figure 3 (Tire Stop Design and Location)
[Insert Illustration]
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments from the
parking lot slope standard as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
G. Lighting.
1. All required parking areas must be illuminated with a minimum level of maintained
1.25 foot - candles of light during all hours of operation.
2. Lights provided to illuminate any parking area or vehicle sales areas as permitted
by this code must be arranged so as to direct the light away from any premises
upon which a residential dwelling unit is located.
3. Parking area light standards located within 50 feet of a property line must not
exceed 25 feet in height.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments from the lighting standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments)
of this Title.
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H. Landscaping.
1. All new or substantially redesigned parking areas must provide landscaping as
provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
I. Parking Space Dimensions
1. Minimum oarkina space interior dimensions.
Space Type
Minimum Width
Minimum Length
Commercial Standard
8.5 feet
18 feet
Residential Standard
9 feet '
20 feet
Residential — Narrow Lots*
8.5 feet
20 feet
Vehicle Lift
11 feet
21 feet
Compact
8.5 feet
15 feet
Parallel
8.5 feet
24 feet
Accessible
**
**
Motorcycle
5 feet
1 9 feet
Bicycle
2 feet
1 5 feet
* Lots under 40 feet in width
** The dimensions of accessible parking spaces must comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24.
2. Single= Family Dwelling Minimum Garage Dimensions. Two -car garages for
single - family dwellings must have minimum interior dimensions of 20' x 20,' except
for narrow lots as indicated above.
Figure 4 (Single - Family Dwelling Garage)
[Insert Illustration]
3. Single - Family Dwelling Maximum Garage Dimensions. Individual garages for
single - family dwellings must not exceed 900 square feet in size or a four -car
capacity, which ever is less.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking. Space Dimensions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title.
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J. Compact Spaces Permitted.
Compact parking is allowed for office,
maximum of twenty percent (20 %) of
excess of the required number may b e
allowed for retail uses.
K. Tandem Spaces Permitted.
industrial, hotel, and recreational uses up to a
required parking spaces. Parking provided in
compact in size. Compact spaces cannot be
All tandem parking spaces, where allowed, must be clearly outlined on the surface of
the parking facility.
Use
Percentage ( %) of
Percentage ( %) of
Maximum
5 Offices
total required spaces
total required spaces
Depth
Restaurants
Prohibited
in Smoky Hollow
3 spaces
1 Single- family and 100% N/A 2 spaces
Two - Family Dwellings
2 Multiple - Family Prohibited ** Prohibited ** N/A
Residential
3 Retail Uses and Prohibited 30% 3 spaces
Services
4 Industrial Uses * **
20%
85%
3 spaces
5 Offices
20%
85%
3 spaces
Restaurants
Prohibited
10%
3 spaces
* Tandem spaces for Single and Two - Family dwellings must be assignea to the same
unit.
** Tandem parking is permitted for Multiple - Family Residential developments involving
density bonuses, pursuant to Government Code § 65915.
* ** Includes manufacturing, warehousing, and research and development uses
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve tandem parking and /or
administrative adjustments to the tandem parking standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title, subject to conditions. The conditions may include recording
of a covenant agreement, requiring a parking attendant, requiring valet service, and
other operational conditions. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may also
approve tandem parking in excess of the above limits for permitted temporary uses
and /or special events.
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L. Parking Clearance and Obstructions.
Vertical Clearance
The minimum vertical clearance for all parking areas must be
Transitions required
seven 7 feet.
Exceptions
Storage cabinets and other obstructions shall be permitted in
Transition slope
an area above the front end of parking spaces that must be at
least 4.5 feet above the ground and no more than 3.5 feet from
the front end of the space
Horizontal
Parking spaces located next to walls, columns, or similar
Clearance
obstructions must provide an additional one foot of clearance
on the side of the obstruction.
Exceptions
1. Columns or similar obstructions are permitted in the one -
foot clearance area four feet of the front and rear end of a
parking space.
2. Walls, columns, or similar obstructions may project six
inches into the front end corners of a parking space.
Disabled Access
Where necessary to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of
Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, parking
facilities may deviate from the Parking Clearance and
Obstructions standards.
Figure 5 (Required Clearance and Permitted Obstructions).
[Insert Illustration]
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the Parking
Clearance and Obstructions standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this
Title.
M. Vehicle Ramps.
Ramp sloe
20% maximum
Transitions required
At each end of ramps that exceed a 6% slope
Transition length
Eight feet minimum
Transition slope
At least 50% of the main ramp slope
Figure 6 (Vehicle Ramp Design)
[Insert Illustration]
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
the Vehicle Ramps standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
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N. Drive Aisle Width and Parking Row Depth.
1. General drive aisle width and parking space depth requirements.
Parking
angle
Aisle width -
one way
Aisle width -
two way
Standard
space depth
Compact
space depth
Space width
A
B
B
C
C
D
00 - parallel
12 feet
18 feet
8.5 feet
8.5 feet
24 feet
300
12 feet
18 feet
9 feet
7.5 feet
7.5 feet
450
15 feet
1 18 feet
12.7 feet
10.6 feet
10.6 feet
600
16 feet
18 feet
15.6 feet
13 feet
13 feet
90°
25 feet
25 feet
18 feet
15 feet
8.5 feet
Figure 7 (Parking Aisle and Parking Space Dimensions)
[Insert Illustration]
2. Exceptions for 90° parking angle. For 90° parking, the parking aisle width can
deviate from the above requirements based on the following table.
Exceptions for 900 parking angle Standard
Parking Spaces only)*
Parking space minimum width
Parking aisle width
8.5 feet
25 feet
9.0 feet
24 feet
9.5 feet
23 feet
10 feet
22 feet
* The exceptions for 900 parking do not apply to garages for single and two - family
dwellings
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive Aisle Width and Parking Space Depth standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
O. Driveway and Curb Cuts.
All curb cuts and driveways must lead directly to required parking. Curb cuts not
leading to parking, must be removed whenever new buildings are constructed or
additions are made to existing buildings. The location and design of all driveway
entrances and exits must comply with the standards listed below. The goal of these
standards is to a) to preserve on- street parking spaces, b) to improve traffic safety, and
c) to improve on -site vehicle circulation.
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1. Driveway and Curb Cut Width.
Zone
Curb Cut Width*
Minimum Distance
Driveway Width
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
R1 and R2 — lots less than
10 feet
20 feet
10 feet
20 feet
50 feet wide
5 feet
Nonresidential
24 feet
50 feet
R1 and R2 — lots at least 50
10 feet
25 feet
10 feet
28 feet
feet wide
R3 — serving 12 or fewer
12 feet
30 feet
12 feet
30 feet
parking spaces or one -way
drive aisle
R3 — serving 13 or more
20 feet
30 feet
20. feet
30 feet
parking spaces or two -way
drive aisle
Nonresidential 1
20 feet 1
30 feet 1
20 feet 1
30 feet
x Gurb cut width excludes the width of aprons
2. Curb Cut Locations.
Zone
Minimum Distance
Minimum Distance
Minimum Distance from
between curb cuts on
from curb cuts to
curb cuts to property
the same property
street corners
lines
Residential
24 feet
20 feet
5 feet
Nonresidential
24 feet
50 feet
5 feet
Figure 8 (Curb Cut and Driveway Locations)
[Insert Illustration]
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Driveway and Curb Cut standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
P. Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility.
1. All parking areas must meet the Corner Clearance and Driveway Visibility
standards as provided in Chapter 2 (General Provisions) of this Title.
Q. Drive - Through Facilities.
1. Drive - through lanes may encroach into required landscaped setbacks up to a
maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a
minimum landscaped setback of five feet (5) is maintained.
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2. Drive - through lanes must be located and designed in such a manner as to not
interfere with on -site and off -site circulation. The location and design of the
drive - through lane must be subject to the review and approval of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
Drive - Throuah Lane Dimensions
Use
Minimum Length Continuous
Minimum Width
Eating and Drinking
150 feet
10 feet
Establishments
No more than 3 feet
above grade
Banks, pharmacies,
60 feet
10 feet
and cleaners
Nonresidential
Completely Subsurface
Figure 9 (Drive- Through Facilities)
[Insert Illustration]
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may at his discretion require wider
drive - through lanes.
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Drive - Through Facilities standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title.
R. Parking Structure Standards.
1. The following setback requirements apply to all subterranean parking facilities:
Zone
Projection above grade
Setback
Residential
Completely Subsurface
Must meet required front setback
No rear or side setback required
No more than 3 feet
above grade
Must meet required setbacks
More than 3 feet above
grade
Must meet required setbacks and
must be screened from public view
Nonresidential
Completely Subsurface
No setbacks required*
Above rade
Must meet required setbacks
* The parking structure must be designed in such a manner as to maintain sufficient soil
above for landscaping (ground cover, shrubs and trees) to grow above grade.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to allow parking structures that project no more than 3 feet above
grade to encroach into the required setbacks as provided in Chapter 24
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(Adjustments) of this Title.
3. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Parking Structure standards as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
S. Special Residential Parking Provisions.
1. Covered parking. All required parking spaces must be covered and enclosed in
the following manner:
Use
Minimum Parking Enclosure
Single and Two - Family dwellings
Fully enclosed garage
Multiple - Family dwellings
Covered structure enclosed on 3 sides
Guest parking spaces
May be uncovered and unenclosed
2. Residential garage openings. All garages must meet the minimum and
maximum widths listed below:
Type of garage
Minimum opening width
Maximum opening width
Single -car
8 feet
14 feet
Two -car
16 feet
20 feet
Multiple - Family
residential
16 feet
Equal to the drive aisle width it
serves
3. Residential turn radius requirements.
a) One or two -car garages located behind a residence must provide a minimum
turning radius of 25 feet.
b) Residential garages that take access directly from an alley may measure the
required turn radius to the opposite side of the alley.
Figure 10 (Residential Turn Radius and Alley Access)
[Insert Illustration]
4. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Special Residential Parking Provisions standards as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
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T. Vehicle Lifts.
Vehicle lifts may be used by right to provide off - street parking spaces on lots in the
Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone where
the vehicle lifts provide parking in excess of the minimum number of required parking
spaces subject to the standards in this section and in this chapter.
1. A Conditional Use Permit is required for vehicle lifts providing required off - street
parking spaces on lots in the Single - Family Residential (R -1) Zone and the Two -
Family Residential (R -2) Zone subject to the following:
a. The vehicle lift must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
b. A vehicle lift may only be used to store two (2) vehicles vertically where a
minimum vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the
garage is a minimum of fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
c. A vehicle lift must be designed and used as a designated parking space for
use only by occupants in the same dwelling unit as the parking space located
directly below the vehicle lift.
d. A vehicle lift must be permitted only with a key locking mechanism.
e. A vehicle lift must be permitted only if it is operated with an automatic shutoff
safety device and is installed in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
2. In the Two - Family Residential (R -2) Zone, vehicle lifts for required off street
parking are subject to the following additional requirements:
a. The vehicle lift must be used only on a lot less than forty five feet (45') in
width.
b. A vehicle lift must only be used to meet the minimum number of required off
street parking spaces in addition to a minimum of two (2) fully accessible
parking stalls located on the floor surface within a garage or garages.
15 -15 -6: REQUIRED PARKING SPACES
The number of onsite parking spaces required for the establishment of a building or use
must be provided and thereafter maintained at the ratios set forth below. For uses not
listed the required number of spaces will be determined by the Director of Planning and
Building Safety based on most similar listed use or a parking demand study. A parking
demand study must include, without limitation, information specifying the number of
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employees, customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other
criteria established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. The Director of
Planning and Building Safety may at the Director's discretion, refer any decision
regarding uses not listed to the Planning Commission for review. Unless stated
otherwise, parking must be based on net floor area as defined in this Code. Accessible
parking spaces must be provided and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code,
Title 24.
A. Automobile Spaces Required.
GROUP CARE
Use
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
RESIDENTIAL USES
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1. Single - Family and Two-
Family Dwellings
2 spaces for each unit and one additional space for
dwelling units exceeding 3,000 square feet of gross floor
area
2. Multiple - Family
Dwellings
2 spaces for each unit plus 2 visitor spaces for the first 3 -5
dwelling units and 2 visitor spaces for each additional 3
units (e.g., 3 -5 units = 2 visitor spaces, 6 -8 units = 4, 9 -11
units = 6, 12 -14 units = 8, etc.)
3. Lodging Houses,
Rooming Houses, and
Guesthouses
1 space for each guest room
4. LiveMork Units
12 spaces for each unit plus 1 space per 350 square feet of
commercial /work area
5. Caretaker Units
1 space for each unit
GROUP CARE
6. Hospitals
1 1/2 spaces for each bed
7. Senior Communities, Rest Homes,
Convalescent Homes
1 space for each 2 beds
COMMERCIAL
8. Retail Sales
9. Retail Services
a. Personal Services
b. Business and Consumer Support
1 space for each 300 square feet for the first
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 350 square feet for the second
25,000 square feet
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Services
c. Financial Institutions
10. General Offices (including up to
1 space for each 400 square feet for the area in
excess of 50,000 square feet
500 square feet of accessory eating
establishments)
11. Fitness Centers, Gyms, Health
1 space for each 150 square feet
clubs
12. Medical /dental offices and clinics
1 space for each 200 square feet
13. Animal Care
a. Animal boarding, kennels
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area including outdoor play
b. Animal daycare and training (no
overnight stay)
area
1 space for each 300 square feet of office /retail
area, plus 1 space per 1,000 square feet of
storage and animal area, including outdoor area
c. Veterinary hospital
1 space for each 300 square feet
14. Hotels, motels, auto courts, bed
and breakfast inns, motor lodges, and
1 space for each of the first 100 rooms, or
sleeping units;
tourist courts
3/4 space for each of the next 100 rooms, or
sleeping units; and
1/2 space for each room above 200 rooms, or
sleeping units
15. Landscape nurseries
1 space for each 300 square feet of interior
floor area, plus 1 space for each 1,000 square
feet of exterior storage and display area
EATING AND DRINKING
ESTABLISHMENTS
16. Fast food and drive - through
1 space for each 75 square feet area, including
restaurants, bars, and cocktail
outdoor dining areas (Parking for outdoor dining
lounges
areas is required only for the portion that
exceeds 200 square feet or 20 percent of the
indoor dining area, whichever is less).
Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
17. Full service restaurants
1 space for each 75 square feet of dining area,
including outdoor dining areas (Parking for
outdoor dining areas is required only for the
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portion that. exceeds 200 square feet or 20
percent of the indoor dining area, whichever is
less), and 1 space for each 250 square feet of
non dining areas.
Minimum of 3 spaces regardless of size.
18. Cafes
a. Which equal 20 percent or less of
the gross floor area of a multi- tenant
1 space for each 300 square feet
shopping center, office development
or the commercial portion of a
mixed -use development
b. Any portion of a cafe or any
1 space for each 75 square feet, including
cumulative floor area of multiple
outdoor areas if outdoor dining area exceeds
cafes which exceed 20 percent of a
200 square feet
multi- tenant shopping center, office
development, or the commercial
portion of a mixed -use development
19. Food -to -go uses
1 space for each 300 square feet, with a
minimum of 3 spaces
INDUSTRIAL USES
20. Light Industrial
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
a. Light Manufacturing,
50,000 square feet
b. Research and development
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
(includes office with on site testing
in excess of 50,000 square feet
facilities)
c. High and medium bay labs
d. Light assembly and processing
e. Wholesaling
1 space for each 300 square feet of office
and /showroom area, plus parking as required
for storage /warehouse areas
21. Heavy Industrial
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
a. Extraction of raw materials and
50,000 square feet
refining
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area
b. Factories
in excess of 50,000 square feet
c. Generating stations
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d. Heavy Manufacturing
22. Warehousing and storage related
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the first
uses
a. Warehouses and storage
20,000 square feet
1 space for each 2,000 square feet for the
buildings
second 20,000 square feet
b. General storage
1 space for each 4,000 square feet for the area
c. Freight forwarding
in excess of 40,000 square feet
d. Warehousing and distribution
e. Transfer, trucking yards or
terminals
23. Mini - storage, personal storage
5 spaces minimum, plus 1 space per 50 storage
units or 5,000 square feet
24. Data centers
1 spaces for each 3,500 square feet
VEHICLE - RELATED SERVICES
25. Vehicle maintenance /repair,
2 spaces for each service stall plus 2 spaces for
accessories installation, and body
office
shops
Additionally, a parking plan must be submitted
for automobile service uses that include limited
automobile sales. The plan must demonstrate
that the area for the display of automobiles for
sale will not encroach into required setbacks,
parking spaces, driveways, drive aisles, vehicle
backup areas, landscaping, and any other
required use areas as required by this code.
26. Car washes
a. Full Service
10 spaces minimum or 1.5 spaces per 1,000
square feet, whichever is greater, plus 3 space
queuing lane ahead of each wash lane.
b. Self Service
1 space minimum per washing stall
c. Automated, and /or accessory to
2 space minimum, plus queuing space for 3
service /gas station
vehicles ahead of each wash lane
7. Service stations
3 spaces minimum or 1 space per 300 square
r
feet of office /retail area, whichever is greater
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Note: repair. bays, washing stalls, vacuum
stalls, and fuel pump spaces do not count
toward required parking.
SCHOOLS - EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS
28. Pre - school, elementary through
junior high level
1 space for each 1 classroom, plus 1 space for
each employee and faculty member
29. High school level
7 spaces per classroom plus auditorium or
stadium parking requirements
30. Adult level, college, business and
trade
1 space for every 50 square feet of gross floor
area or 1 space for every 3 fixed seats -
whichever is greater; or, as modified by a
parking demand study
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
$1. Assembly Hall
a. With fixed seats
1 space for every 4 seats
b. Without fixed seats
1 space for every 35 square feet of floor area
used for assembly purposes
RECREATIONAL USES
32. Arcades — Primary use (more
than 3 games /computers)
1 space for each 250 square feet
33. Billiard parlors /pool halls —
Primary use (more than 2 tables)
1 space for each 100 square feet
34. Bowling alleys
4 spaces for each lane, plus parking for other
uses
35. Batting cages
2 spaces for each cage
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B. Bicycle Spaces Required.
Use Number Of Bicycle Spaces Required
36. Single- family and None
two - familv dwellings
37. Multiple - Family
10% of the required vehicle parking spaces for projects with 6
Residential
or more units
38. Nonresidential
A minimum of 4 spaces for buildings up to 15,000 square
feet, plus a minimum of 5% of the required vehicle spaces for
the portion above 15,000 square feet
Maximum of 25 spaces.
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative adjustments to
reduce or eliminate the requirement for bicycle spaces as provided in Chapter 24
(Adjustments) of this Title.
C. Reductions in the Number of Required Parking Spaces.
1. Reductions for Single Uses.
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
adjustment to the required number of parking spaces for any use up to a
maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking spaces, whichever is less, based
on the submittal of a parking demand study. The Director of Planning and
Building Safety may refer any such request to the Planning Commission for
review.
b) The Planning Commission. may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for any use, up to a maximum of twenty (20 %),
based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
c) Parking studies submitted in conjunction with requests for reductions must
include, without limitation, information specifying the number of employees,
customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or other criteria
established by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
2. Reductions for Joint/Shared Uses.
a) The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve an administrative
adjustment to reduce the required number of parking spaces in any zone for uses
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that share parking facilities for a maximum of ten percent (10 %) or 20 parking
spaces, whichever is less, based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
The Director of Planning and Building Safety may refer any request for an
administrative adjustment from the required number of parking spaces to the
Planning Commission for review.
b) The Planning Commission may approve a reduction of the required number of
parking spaces in any zone for uses that share parking facilities with significantly
different peak hours of operation for a maximum of twenty (20 %), based on the
submittal of a parking demand study.
c) Requests for shared and /or joint uses are subject to the following
requirements:
i. A parking study must be submitted by the applicant demonstrating that
there will not exist substantial conflict in the peak hours of parking demand for
the uses for which joint use is proposed;
ii. the number of parking stalls which may be credited against the
requirements of the structures or uses involved must not exceed the number
of stalls reasonably anticipated to be available during differing hours of
operation; and
iii. a written agreement, in a form approved by the city attorney, must be
executed by all parties concerned assuring the continued availability of the
number of stalls designed for joint use.
3. Sites with Transportation Systems Management Plans. The number of required
parking spaces in Section 15 -15 -6 of this Chapter (Required Parking Spaces) may
be modified subject to approval of a transportation systems management plan
submitted pursuant to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 16 (Developer
Transportation Demand Management) or Chapter 17 (Employer /Occupant
Transportation Systems Management) of this Title.
4. Reduction in Parking Due to Disabilities Upgrade. When required solely as
needed to upgrade existing parking facilities to comply with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR),
California Access Code, Title 24, the total number of parking spaces may be
reduced at the discretion of the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
D. Parking of Licensed Recreational Vehicles and Habitable Vehicles.
1. Parking of any mobile home, camper, house trailer or other habitable vehicle
outside of an authorized mobile home park or licensed recreational vehicle parking
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facility is prohibited except that such vehicles may be parked on any public property
or right of way subject to any applicable parking restrictions of this code, or on any
developed residential lot as long as the vehicle, if parked in a front yard, is parked on
a nonporous surface pad adequate to accommodate the parked vehicle.
2. A habitable vehicle parked on private property may be occupied for residential
purposes for no longer than seventy two (72) hours (outside of an authorized mobile
home park) within any thirty (30) day period. No habitable vehicle may be occupied
for commercial purposes except as otherwise provided by this code.
15 -15 -7: OFF - STREET LOADING SPACE STANDARDS
A. General Provisions.
1. Applicability. Every building established, erected, enlarged or expanded for
commercial, manufacturing or institutional purposes must provide loading space as
set forth below. However, for any building or use enlarged or increased in capacity,
additional loading spaces are required only for such enlargement or increase. All
required loading spaces are in addition to the required on site parking spaces set
forth in this chapter and must be developed and maintained in accordance with this
chapter. Loading spaces may be provided either completely or partially within a
building when such building is designated to include adequate ingress and egress to
the loading spaces. Unless stated otherwise, loading requirements must be based
on net floor area as defined in section 15 -1 -6 of this title.
2. Location. Loading spaces, with the exception of passenger loading spaces, must
be located to the side or rear of buildings onsite whenever possible as determined
by the Director of Planning and Building Safety. Loading spaces cannot interfere
with vehicular and pedestrian circulation onsite.
3. Screening. Loading spaces must be appropriately screened from view from
public streets. The screening may include decorative walls, landscaped berms,
shrubs, trees and other landscaping, and any other screening methods deemed
appropriate by the Director of Planning and Building Safety.
B. Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces.
LOADING SPACE TYPES AND SIZES:
Type Width Length Height
Passenger 10 feet 1120 feet 7 feet
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Small Truck 12 feet 25 feet 14 feet
Large truck 13 feet 50 feet 16 feet
C. Number of Loading Spaces Required.
NUMBER AND TYPE
REQUIRED
Offices (General,
0 spaces for buildir
Medical, Dental and
1 small truck space
Clinics)
square feet in size,
2 small truck space
square feet in size,
2 small and 1 large
to 250,000 square
1 large truck space
square feet up to 3
Hotels, Motels,
1 small truck space
Hospitals, and
feet in size
Institutional Uses
2 small truck space
buildings 25,001 to
1 large truck space
additional 100,000
above 100,000 sqL
Industrial, Manufacturing,
1 small truck spacE
warehousing and storage
feet in size,
related uses (except data
1 small and 1 large
centers and
to 100,000 square
personal /mini storage)
1 large truck for ea
over 100,000 squa
Data Centers
1 small truck spacE
Personal /mini storage
1 small truck spacE
Eating and Drinking
1 small truck spacE
Establishments
25,000 square feet
1 small and 1 large
25,000 square feet
Retail Sales and
1 small truck spacE
Services
25,000 square feet
1 small truck and 1
between 25,001 ar
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D. Administrative Adjustments and Adjustments.
ick spaces for buildings
)0 square feet, plus
1 100,000 square over
5,000 square feet in size
sings over 5,000 square
sings between 3,000 and
(dings between 25,000
size,
large truck space for each
eet above 100,000 square
50 students, plus
150 students above 50
m
25 children
to 50 children,
.r 50 children.
hall be the combined total
J use or a parking study,
for of Planning and
1. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve administrative
adjustments to the Types and Dimensions of Loading Spaces as provided in
Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of this Title.
2. The Director of Planning and Building Safety may approve adjustments to the
Number of Loading Spaces Required as provided in Chapter 24 (Adjustments) of
this Title."
SECTION 20: ESMC § 15 -16 -2 is amended to add subsection D to read as set forth
below; existing subsection D is renumbered to subsection E:
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"15 -16 -2: APPLICABILITY OF REQUIREMENTS:
D Existing developments' Existing nonresidential developments regardless of size may
voluntarily comply with the development standards and receive reductions in the
total number of required parking spaces as provided in Section 15 -16 -3, subiect to
the monitoring provisions in Section 15 -16 -4.
DE. Maintenance: All facilities and improvements constructed or otherwise required
&f-"Must be maintained in a state of good repair."
SECTION 21: ESMC § 15 -16 -3 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -16 -3: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
A. Twenty Five Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of twenty five
thousand (25,000) square feet or more and all projects within the Urban Mixed -Use
Zone sh"Must provide the following to the satisfaction of the DiFeGtGF Of
Director of Planning and Building
Safe : a bulletin board, display case or kiosk displaying transportation information
located where the greatest number of employees are likely to see it. Information in
the area sh"must include, but is not limited to, the following;
1. Current maps, routes and schedules for public transit routes serving the site;
2. Telephone numbers for referrals on transportation information including numbers
for the regional ridesharing agency and locate transit operators;
3. Ridesharing promotional material supplied by commuter - oriented organizations;
4. Bicycle route and facility information including regional /local bicycle maps and
bicycle safety information; and
5. A listing of facilities available for carpoolers, vanpoolers, bicyclists, transit riders
and pedestrians at the site.
B. Fifty Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of fifty thousand (50,000)
square feet or more s#alimust comply with subsection A of the Section, and
& must provide all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the t)iresteF -s#
Gemmunity, SeenemiG and Development Director of Planning and Building
Safety.
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1. Preferential Parking: Not less that fifteen percent (15 %) of employee parking
areas shaUmust be designated as preferential parking and sha4must be located as
close as is practical to the employee entrance(s) without displacing handicapped
and customer parking needs. This preferential carpool /vanpool parking area
sha4must be identified on ,the site plan upon application for building permit, to the
satisfaction of the
SeFvisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety. A statement that preferential
carpool /vanpool spaces for employees is available, and a description of the method
for obtaining such spaces must be included on the required transportation
information board. Projects may reduce the total number of required parking spaces
by one vehicles space for every one space which is marked and reserved for
preferential parking, up to a maximum of ten percent (10 %), upon application to and
approval by the DiFeGteF ef Gemmunity,
SeNisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety-
2. HOV Loading Area: A safe and convenient zone sha4must be provided in which
high occupancy vehicles (vanpools and carpools) may deliver or board their
passengers. This staging area sha4'must provide adequate space for passenger
loading, unloading and waiting, which does not interfere with on -site circulation
patterns. When located within a parking structure, a minimum vertical interior
clearance of seven feet two inches (7'2 ") or the minimum required by the California
Building Code whichever is greater, shag must be provided for the loading area in
accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and parking
spaces dimensions sha4must also be included in HOV loading areas.
3. Vanpool Access: Preferential parking spaces reserved for vanpools must be
accessible to vanpool vehicles. When located within a parking structure, a minimum
vertical interior clearance of seven feet two inches (7'2 ") or the minimum required by
the California Building Code, whichever is greater, sha4must be provided for those
spaces and accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and
parking space dimensions sha#must also be included in vanpool parking areas.
4. On -Site Amenities Or Shuttle: In order to reduce the need for employees to drive
personal vehicles for midday activities, the project sl"must provide any one or
more of the following measures which together shatlmust be sized to accommodate
during the course of the business day at least twenty percent (20 %) of the on -site
population:
a. On -site amenities.
b. Guaranteed operation of a privately operated midday shuttle serving the
project site for the life of the project.
A reduction in the total number of required parking spaces of up to one percent (1 %)
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must be permitted, based on the extent of the amenities, upon application to
and approval by the IDiF8GtGF Of GOMMURRY,
S°%sDirector of Planning and Building Safety.
5. Bicycle Facilities: Bicycle racks or other secure bicycle parking shall - be- Previded
spaces must be provided according to Chapter 15 of this Title (Off- Street Parking
and Loading Spaces). A bicycle parking facility may also be a fully enclosed space
or locker accessible only to the owner or operator of the bicycle, which protects the
bike from inclement weather. Specific facilities and location (e.g., provision of racks,
lockers or locked room) must be provided to the satisfaction of the O+resteF -e#
Director of Planning and Building
Safety.
6. Shower And Lockers (Optional): Projects may provide shower and locker
facilities for bicycle riders, motorcycle riders, and pedestrians. If these facilities are
provided, the number of preferential parking spaces may be reduced by up to there
percent (3 %) and the total number of required spaces may be reduced up to one
percent (1%) based on the extent of facilities, upon application to and approval by
the Director of
Planning and Building Safety.
7. Transit Support Facilities (Optional): Projects may provide facilities which will
promote transit use. If transit facilities are provided, the number of preferential
parking spaces may be reduced by up to five percent (5 %), and the total number of
required spaces may be reduced up to one percent (1 %) for provision of bus transit
facilities, and up to two and one -half percent (2 1h %) for rail transit, upon application
to an approval by the DiFeGtGF Of GOMMURity,
Director of Planning and Building Safety.
C. One Hundred Thousand Square Feet: Nonresidential development of one hundred
thousand (100,000) square feet or more shamust comply with subsection A and B
of this Section, and sha#must provide all of the following measures to the
satisfaction of the City:
1. Sidewalks or other designated pathways following direct safe routes from the
external pedestrian circulation system to each building in the development.
2. If determined necessary by the City to mitigate the project impact, bus stop
improvement must be provided. The City will consult with the local bus service
providers in determining appropriate improvements. When location of bus stops
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and /or planning building entrances, entrances must be designed to provide safe
and efficient access to nearby transits stations /stops.
3. Safe and convenient access fefmfrom the external circulation system to bicycle
parking facilities on- site."
SECTION 22: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
15 -16 -5: ENFORCEMENT: The DmFeGtGF ef GOMMURity,
Develepment Se Director of Planning and Building Safety or his /her representative
is hereby designated as the enforcing agent of this Chapter and any amendments
thereto pursuant to Section 15 -1 -14 of this Title."
SECTION 23: ESMC § 15 -17 -5 is amended to read as follows:
15 -17 -5: REQUIREMENTS: Employer /occupants sha#must be required to prepare
a TSM plan for submittal to the IDiFeGt9F of Gemmunity,
SewisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety according to the compliance schedule
established in accordance with Section 15 -17 -7 of this Chapter. The applicant shall
have discretion to select among a range of program measures. However, the following
minimum measures shall be included:
A. Employee transportation coordinator (ETC).
B. Informational and promotional programs.
C. Establish and administer preferential parking program.
D. Develop and administer a personalized ridesharing program with a target trip
reduction of either twenty percent (20 %) reduction in the base traffic generation
level projected for the work site based on the Institute of Transportation
Engineers Trip Generation, ThiFd Seventh Edition, or most current Edition, or
other source submitted by the applicant and approved by the D#ester —ef
GeMMUAity, EGORGMiG and Development Director of Planning and
Building Safety, or target average vehicle ridership (AVR) of 1.43 employees per
commute vehicle, which represents a twenty percent (20 %) increase in vehicle
ridership from the estimated baseline AVR.
E. Monitoring and report to the DiFeGter of Gemmunity,
Sew; Director of Planning and Building Safety once every three (3) years.
The report shagmust include, but need be limited to: 1) the name and phone
number of the ETC; 2) the number of employees at the work site during the
normal business hours; 3) the estimated number of vehicles used for commuting
(excluding public transit); 4) an identification of any objectives in the approved
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TSM plan which have not been achieved; 5) a description of proposed measures
to remedy any deficiencies."
SECTION 24: ESMC § 15 -17 -6 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -6: PARKING INCENTIVES: Existing employers may petition the 434eek* -ef
Gemmu -Pnnnemie and Development Director of Planning and Building
Safety for approval of parking reductions in on- and off -site locations commensurate
with the level of trip reduction proposed (up to a maximum of 15 percent). A condition
of approval sh"must be submittal of a TSM plan and the applicant shall enter into a
written agreement with the City, providing that the applicant and all successors in
interest shall implement and maintain the approved TSM plan or a subsequently
approved TSM plan which complies with the intent of this Chapter for the life of the
project. The agreement &ha44must be in a form that may be recorded and contain
covenants which run with the land."
SECTION 25: ESMC § 15 -17 -7 is amended to read as follows:
"15 -17 -7: IMPLEMENTATION AND ADMINISTRATION:
A. Compliance Schedule: Implementation s44a44must be through a permit system
administered by the ,
Sew4sesPlannina and Building Safety Department. The " ,
Director of Plannina and Building Safety
shall establish a phased compliance schedule with priority given to: 1) new
businesses; 2) business license renewals for companies employing one
thousand (1,000) or more persons; 3) business license renewals with five
hundred (500) or more employees; 4) business license renewals with two
hundred (200) or more employees. Companies with more than one business
address shall be permitted to file one TSM plan to cover all sites. The P eet"
Director of Planning and
Buildina Safety bh"must also establish a compliance schedule for multi- tenant
complexes, based on total complex size.
B. Notice: The DepaFtMeRt Of COMMURity,
SewisesPlannina and Building Safety Department shaa4must mail notice of
requirements to all businesses requiring a permit, based on the compliance
schedule. Notified parties &ha#must submit their proposed TSM Plan to the
Director of Planning
and Building Safety within forty five (45) days of receipt of notification. A filing
fee may be- established by Council resolution to cover the cost of program
administration. The DiFeGtOF 9f G9MMURity,
SeFyisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety shamust administratively
review the TSM plan and determine whether it reasonably complies with trip
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reduction objectives and standards specified herein.
C. Compliance Audit: The DiFeGteF of Gemmunity,
SeFyisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety shall have the authority to
require a compliance audit to be prepared by any employer or complex
coordinator upon demonstration of a reasonable basis for complaint relative to
noncompliance with an approved TSM plan. No compliance audit shall be
required more often than once every twelve (12) months. Said audit 6hamust
be submitted to the lDiFeGtOF Of Gernmunity,
SeFyisesDirector of Planning and Building Safety within thirty (30) days of his
request."
SECTION 26: ESMC § 15 -17 -8 is amended to read as follows:
15 -17 -8: OFF -SITE PARKING: Employers may, upon application and approval of
the Director of
Planning and Building Safety, use off -site parking as part of their TSM plans.
Off -site parking s#aflmust comply, at a minimum, with the following requirements:
A. A minimum of fifty percent (50 %) of all required parking must be provided on -site;
B. Transportation from the satellite lot to the workplace must be detailed as part of
the TSM plan; and
C. Satellite lots must be tied to the site development that they are meeting the
parking requirements of, through a legal instrument, such as a covenant or deed
restriction."
SECTION 27: ESMC Chapter 15 -24 is amended to read as follows:
"CHAPTER 24
ADJUSTMENTS
SECTION:
15 -24 -1:
Granting
15 -24 -2:
Procedure
15 -24 -3:
Setting For Hearing
15 -24 -4:
Necessary Findings
15 -24 -5:
Conditions
15 -24 -6:
Administrative Review
15- 24 -67:
Hearing
15- 24 -78:
Notification And Planning Commission Review
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15- 24 -99: Appeals
15 -24 -1: GRANTING: Whenever a strict interpretation of the provisions of this Title
or its application to any specific case or situation pertaining to the following items would
result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of property, an
adjustment or an administrative adjustment may be granted, subject to the following
F_ _ _ _a[_.- _.i-1 the manner heFe fte, r,rn.AA^Arestrictions. Adjustments may be
granted to allow:
A. A fence, wall, or hedge up to a maximum height of eight feet (8').
B. Architectural landscape features which exceed the standards set forth in Section
15 -2 -14 of this Title.
C. Signs which exceed the standards set forth in Chapter 18 of this Title.
D. Noise permits which exceed the standards set forth in Section 7 -2 -11 of this
Code.
E Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
15 -24 -2: PROCEDURE: The applicant for an adjustment shall apply in letter form,
stating the type of adjustment desired and explaining that the strict interpretation of this
Title would result in the unreasonable deprivation of the use or enjoyment of his
property. The applicant sh"must submit the application with the required filing fee to
cover the cost of investigation and processing.
15 -24 -3: SETTING FOR HEARING: The , EGeROFA*G and
Development SeFyi PDirector of Planning and Building Safety sh" must set tl;e
utter an adjustment reguest for public hearing by mailing notice thereof to the
applicant and the owners of abutting property by first class mail at least ten (10) days
prior to the hearing. The requested adjustment 6h" must be heard before the wester
Director of Planning and Building
Safety or his /her designated representative.
15 -24 -4: NECESSARY FINDINGS: No adjustment shall be granted unless the
following findings are made:
A. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood or
district in which the property is located;
B. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may not be
deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property; and
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C. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of this Title.
15 -24 -5: CONDITIONS: Whenever any adjustment is granted, theFeeter —ef
Director of Director of Planning and
Building Safety or his /her designated representative sh" must impose such conditions
as may be necessary to safeguard the interests of the neighborhood or district, and in
all cases s14a4 impose the following conditions:.
A. That the adjustment shall not become effective until seven (7) days from the
granting thereof has elapsed or, if an appeal is filed or a review called, until final
determination has been made on the appeal or review.
B. That the adjustment shall become null and void if the privileges granted
thereunder has not been utilized within one hundred eighty (180) days from the
effective date thereof.
15 -24 -6: ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT: Requests for administrative
adjustments must be reviewed by the Director of Planning and Buildina Safety or his /her
designated representative. A decision on an administrative adiustment must be made
and mailed to the applicant within ten working (10) days after the application is deemed
complete The Director's decision is final unless appealed as provided by Chapter 25 of
this Title Notwithstandina any other provision of this chapter, no public hearina or
notification is required for administrative adjustments. Administrative adjustments may
be Granted to allow:.
A Parking and loading space standards as set forth in Chapter 15 of this Title.
16-24- 615 -24 -7: HEARING: A determination on an adjustment s0a4must be made
by the DiFeGtOF Of Gemmunity, FiGenemir. and Develepment Se FviGesDi rector of Planning
and Building Safety or his /her designated representative within ten (10) days after the
hearing.
16 24- 715 -24 -8: NOTIFICATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW: Copies
of the findings and decision of the DiFeOGF of Gemmunityl
SeFyiees Director of Planning and Building Safety sOa4must be mailed to each member
of the Planning Commission and. to the applicant. Written determinations on
adjustments, made by the , EGenemiG and Development Se
Director of Plannina and Building Safety or his /her designated representative, sha#must
be placed as receive and file items on the next available agenda of the Planning
Commission. Any Planning Commissioner may request that an item be discussed and
a decision on the application be made by the Planning Commission instead of received
and filed. No decision of the DiFeEMF of Gemmunity,
Services Director of Planning and Building Safety is final until the decision is received
and filed or acted upon by the Planning Commission or upheld on appeal.
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i 6 24- 815 -24 -9: APPEALS: All appeals shamust be processed as provided by
Chapter 25 of this Title."
SECTION 28: Environmental Assessment. The City Council determines that the
proposed ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality
Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations
promulgated thereunder (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the
"State CEQA Guidelines ") because it consists only of minor revisions and clarifications
to an existing zoning code and specification of procedures related thereto and will not
have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings
required therefor. The proposed Ordinance is an action that does not have the potential
to cause significant effects on the environment, but rather will help reduce the overall
transportation and circulation impacts of new and modified parking and loading facilities
and ensure that adequate parking and loading facilities are provided. Accordingly, the
proposed Ordinance constitutes a Class 1 (existing facilities), Class 3 (new construction
or conversion of small structures), Class 5 (minor alteration in land use limitations), and
Class 11 (accessory structures) categorical exemption.
SECTION 29: Repeal of any provision of the ESMC herein does not affect any penalty,
forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties
for any violation occurring before, this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed
part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations
occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 30: If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a
court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect
the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the
provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 31: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting;
and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it
to be published or posted in accordance with California law.
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SECTION 32: This Ordinance will become effective on the thirty -first (31st) day
following its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2010.
Eric Busch, Mayor
ATTEST:
Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MARK D. HENSLEY, City Attorney
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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CHAPTER 15
OFF- STREET PARKING AND LOADING SPACES
SECTION:
15 -15- 1:
Purpose
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General Provisions
r 15 -15 -• 3:
Parking Spaces Required
15 -15- 4:
Mixed Occupancies
>� 15 -15- 5:
Parking Area Development Standards
15 -15- 6:
Loading Area Development Standards
15 -15- 7:
Plan Preparation And Permit Approval
15 -15- 8:
Joint Use And Off -Site Parking Facilities
15 -15- 9:
Shared Parking;' Smoky Hollow
15- 15 -10:
Sites With Transportation Systems Management Plans
15- 15 -11:
,
Applicability Of Chapter In C -RS Zone
15- 15 -12:
Failure To Maintain Required Parking
15- 15 -13:
Off -Site Parking; Smoky Hollow Specific Plan
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15 -15 -1: PURPOSE: The purpose of this Section is to provide for ,adequate off - street parking
., and loading standards, to assure that parking spaces shall be suitably maintained
and available for the use of the occupants of the site and to mitigate associated on- street
parking and traffic circulation problems throughout the City. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
15 -15 -2: GENERAL PROVISIONS:
A. Parking And Loading Required: No use or building shall be established, erected,
enlarged or expanded unless on -site parking and loading facilities are provided and
maintained as required by this Chapter.
B. Design: Parking facilities shall be designed so that a car within a facility will not have to
enter a street to move from one location to any other location within the same facility.
C. Tire Stops: Bumpers or tire stops a minimum six inches (6 ") in height shall be provided
in all parking lot areas abutting a building, structure, sidewalk, planting area, street or
alley.
D. Tandem Spaces: All tandem parking spaces, where allowed, shall be clearly outlined on
the surface of the parking facility.
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E. Exit: Parking facilities in nonresidential zones shall be designed in such a manner that
any vehicle on the property will be able., to maneuver as necessary so that it may exit
from the property travelling in a forward direction. However, cars may exit onto an alley
travelling in a reverse direction.
F. Access By Alley: Where vehicular access is provided by an alley, parking may intrude
into the required rear yard; provided, however, the amount of setback intruded upon
shall be replaced by increasing the other required yards on -site by an equivalent
amount.
G. Fractional Spaces: Where the application of the following cumulative parking schedules
results in a fractional space, then the fractions shall be rounded to the nearest whole
number.
H. Guest Parking: No required guest parking space for any residential use shall be located,
in whole or in part, in any required front yard or front two- thirds (2/s) of any required side
yard.
I. Maintenance And Compliance: No person, company or organization shall fail to maintain
the facilities required to be provided by this Chapter, or by any applicable provision of
prior laws, variance, use permit, or precise plan heretofore or hereafter granted by the
Planning Commission or City Council. No required parking shall be utilized in any
manner so as to make it unavailable for the occupants, their clients or visitors of a
building or use during the hours such building or use is normally occupied. This meaning
shall not be construed to prohibit security devices.
J. Waiting Spaces: Waiting spaces, where required, are to be located adjacent or near to
the required loading spaces in order to accommodate trucks waiting for loading dock
space.
K. Loading Spaces:
1. Design: Loading spaces shall be designed so they will not interfere with vehicular
circulation.
2. Site Location: Loading spaces shall be sited to avoid views from public streets. (Ord.
1245, 2 -6 -1996)
L. Pavement And Surfacing: All permanent on -site parking, loading, vehicle storage and
vehicle sales areas shall be paved with approved concrete or asphaltic concrete. On -site
parking areas to be used for no longer than one year shall be surfaced and maintained
with an impervious material acceptable to the Director of Community, Economic and
Development Services so as to eliminate dust and mud. All on -site parking areas shall
be graded and drained so as to dispose of all surface water in accordance with the
Uniform Building Code.
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r M. Lighting: Any lights provided to illuminate any parking area or vehicle sales areas as
permitted by this code shall be arranged so as to direct the light away from any
premises upon which a residential dwelling unit is located. (Ord. 1245, 2 -6 -1996; amd.
Ord. 1315, 1 -18 -2000)
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15 -15 -3: PARKING SPACES REQUIRED: The number of on site parking spaces required
for the establishment of a building or use shall be provided and thereafter main-
tained at the following ratios; provided, however, that for any building or use enlarged or
increased in capacity, additional parking facilities shall be required only for such enlargement
or increase. Additional parking facilities need not be provided in R zones unless such enlarge-
ment or increase results In the addition of a dwelling unit. Unless stated otherwise, parking
shall be based on net floor area as defined in section 15 -1 -6 of this title.
A. Residential Uses:
Residential Use
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
1. Single- family and two - family
2 spaces for each unit and one additional space for
dwellings
dwelling units exceeding 3,000 square feet of gross
floor area
2. Condominiums, residential co-
2 spaces for each unit plus 2 visitor spaces for the
ops and multiple - family dwell -
first 5 dwelling units and 2 visitor spaces for each
ings
additional 3 units. (e.g., 1 -5 units = 2 visitor spaces,
and tourist courts
6 -8 units = 4, 9-11 units = 6, 12-14 units = 8, etc.)
4. Seniors communities, rest
1 space for each 2 beds
3r= Lodging houses, rooming
1 space for each sleeping room
houses, and guesthouses
(Ord. 1279, 10 -7 -1997)
B. Nonresidential Uses:
Nonresidential Uses
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
1. Hospitals
1'/2 spaces for each bed
2. Hotels
1 space for each of the first 100 rooms;
3/4 space for each of the next 100 rooms; and
'/2 space for each room above 200 rooms
3. Motels, auto courts, bed and
1 space for each sleeping unit
breakfast inns, motor lodges,
and tourist courts
4. Seniors communities, rest
1 space for each 2 beds
homes, convalescent homes
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Nonresidential Uses
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
5.
Offices, commercial, video `
1 space for each 300 square feet for the first
arcade, and food -to -go uses
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 350 square feet for the second
25,000 square feet
1 space for each 400 square feet for the area in
excess of 50,000 square feet
6.
Restaurants, drive - through
1 space for each 75 square feet, Including outdoor
restaurants, bars and cocktail
dining areas if outdoor dining area exceeds 200
lounges
square feet or 20 percept of indoor dining area,
whichever is less
No parking Is required for restaurants under 500
square feet which do not•provide sit down eating
accommodations
7.
Manufacturing, research and
1 space for each 500 square feet for the first
development (includes office
50,000 square feet
with on site testing facilities)
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the area in
excess of 50,000 square feet
8.
;Medical /dental offices and
1 space for each 200 square feet
clinics
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9.
Warehouses and storage
1 space for each 1,000 square feet for the first
buildings
20,000 square feet
1 space for each 2,000 square feet for the second
20,000 square feet
1- space for each 4,000 square feet for the area in
excess of 40,000 square feet
10.
Automobile repair garages,
2 spaces for each service stall plus 2 spaces for
body shops, and service sta-
office
tions
11.
Schools, private:
a. Pre- school, elementary
1 space for each 1 classroom, plus 1 space for
through junior high level
each employee and faculty member
b. High school level
7 spaces per classroom plus auditorium or stadium
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It (Ord. 1279, 10 -7 -1997; amd. Ord. 1286, 3 -17 -1998; Ord. 1395, 5 -16 -2006)
C. Compact Parking: Compact parking shall be allowed for office and industrial uses to a
maximum of twenty percent (20 %) of required parking spaces. Parking spaces provided
In excess of the required number may be compact size. Compact parking shall not be
allowed for retail uses.
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Nonresidential Uses
Number Of Parking Spaces Required
c. Adult level, college, busi-
1 space for every 50 square feet of gross floor area
ness and trade
or 1 space for every 3 fixed seats - whichever is
greater; or, as modified by a parking demand study
12.. Places of public assembly in-
cluding, but not limited to,
theaters, auditoriums, ban-
quet facilities, meeting rooms,
clubs, lodges and mortuaries:
a. With fixed seats
1 space for every 3 seats'
b. Without fixed seats
1 space for every 30 square feet of floor area used
for assembly purposes
13. Churches
1 space for every 4 seats'
14. Cafes:
a. Which equal 20 percent or
1 space for each 300 square feet
less of the gross floor area of
a multi- tenant shopping cen-
ter, office development or the
commercial portion of a
mixed used development
b. Any portion of a cafe' or
1 space for.,each 75 square feet, Including outdoor
any cumulative floor area of
areas if outdoor dining area exceeds 200 square
multiple cafes which exceed
feet
20 percent of a multi- tenant
shopping center, office devel-
opment, or the commercial
portion of a mixed used de-
velopment
Note:
1. Based upon the uniform building code, areas having fixed benches or pews shall have 1 seat
for each 18 inches of length. Dining areas shall have 1 seat for each 24 inches of booth
length, or major portion thereof.
It (Ord. 1279, 10 -7 -1997; amd. Ord. 1286, 3 -17 -1998; Ord. 1395, 5 -16 -2006)
C. Compact Parking: Compact parking shall be allowed for office and industrial uses to a
maximum of twenty percent (20 %) of required parking spaces. Parking spaces provided
In excess of the required number may be compact size. Compact parking shall not be
allowed for retail uses.
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D. Parking Reductions:
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1. The planning commission may reduce the required amount of parking in the SIB, MM,
Grand Avenue commercial and medium density residential zones up to ten percent
(10 %). (Ord. 1279,10-7-1997)
2. The planning commission may modify the required number of parking spaces In any
commercial or industrial zone, including in the Smoky Hollow specific plan area up to a
maximum of ten percent (10 %), based on the submittal of a parking demand study.
Additionally, for any use for which the number of parking spaces is not listed, the
director of community, economic and development services or planning commission
shall specify the required number of spaces based on a parking demand study. A
parking demand study shall include, but not be limited to, information specifying the
number of employees, customers, visitors, clients, shifts, deliveries, parking spaces, or
other criteria established by the director of community, economic and development
services. (Ord. 1279, 10 -7 -1997; amd. Ord. 1315,1-18-2000)
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15 -15 -4: MIXED OCCUPANCIES: In the case of mixed uses in a building or on a site, the
total requirements for on site parking facilities shall be the sum of the requirements
for the various uses computed. On site parking facilities for one use shall not be considered
as providing required parking facilities for any other use. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
A. Stall Sizes And Aisle Widths:
1. The parking stall sizes shall be as follows:
Zone
Width
Depth
Nonresidential:
81/2 feet
18 feet
Dead end parking stall or adjacent to an obstruction
10 feet
18 feet
Compact parking spaces
81/2 feet
15 feet
Residential (outside dimensions):
Single - family residential (R -1)
10 feet
20 feet
Mobile home in mobile home park
9 feet
20 feet
Two - family residential (R -2)
9 feet
20 feet
Two - family residential (R -2) on a substandard lot
81/2 feet
20 feet
Multi- family residential (R -3)
8'/2 feet
20 feet
(Ord. 1257, 6 -18 -1996)
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2. Aisle width for angled parking spaces shall not be less than the following:
Angles Of Parking Aisle :Width Clear Parking Stall Depth'
Parallel to 30 degrees 12 feet 16 feet
45 degrees 15 feet 19 feet
60 degrees 18 feet 20 feet
90 degrees 25 feet 18 feet
Note:
1. Measured perpendicular to aisle.
Three feet (3') of the length of a parking space may overhang into a landscaped area if
the landscaped area provides a six inch (6 ") tall curb. That portion of landscaping will
not be considered as contributing to required landscaping.
E
F
STANDARD STALLS
A
Parking
Angle
B
Aisle Width
Clear
C D
Parking Stall Parking Stall
Depth Width
E
Overall
F
Tire Stop
Location
30
12'
16'
16' 0"
44'
3'
line
45
i5'
19'
11' 38/4"
53'
4' to property
60
18'
20'
9' 41/4'
58'
2' in Smoky Hollow
90
25'
18'
c!�+4AW ' 6"
61'
(Ord. 1245, 2 -6 -1996)
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Depth
Single - family residential
and two - family residential zones
(outside dimensions):
One vehicle lift space
12 feet
22 feet
(Ord. 1401, 10 -3 -2006)
B. Tandem Parking: Parking
stalls in a tandem configuration are prohibited in all zones,
except as follows:
Zone
Allowable Tandem Parking Provisions
Percentages
All residential zones
Restricted to 2 vehicles in tandem, in a
n/a
designated parking space for use by
occupants in the same dwelling unit
SIB, MM, and Grand
Tandem parking up to 4 cars deep shall
n/a
Avenue commercial
be allowed with a travel lane on both
ends. The following uses are allowed to
have a certain percentage of tandem
parking spaces
General retail
30-
Manufacturing
85
Offices
85
Research and development (includes
85
office with on site testing facilities)
'
Restaurants
10
Warehousing
85
C -RS, C -2, C -3, MU -N,
Tandem parking shall be allowed for
20
MU -S, M -1 and M -2
office and manufacturing, except for
structures under 15,000 square feet, in
which case said use shall obtain a CUP
(Ord. 1272, 6 -17 -1997)
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C. Covered Parking Requirements: All required parking spaces shall be covered in the
following manner:
Use
Parking Enclosure
One - family dwelling
Fully enclosed garage
Two - family dwelling
Fully enclosed 2 car garage
Multiple- family dwellings, including: condomini-
ums, residential cooperatives, boarding houses,
lodging houses and rooming houses
Covered structure (enclosed on 3
sides)
Visitor parking spaces need not be enclosed or covered.
(Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
D. Underground (Subterranean) Parking Facilities: The following maximum lot coverage
shall apply to communal underground parking facilities:
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Subsurface Area
.Height Of Garage
Zone
Setbacks
Of Lot Utilized
Wail Above Grade
Residential
No setbacks, provided facility
Is
n/a
n/a
covered and subsurface
Residential
Parking facility - cannot in-
75 percent
No more than,2 feet
trude into required setbacks
Residential
Parking facility cannot in-
60 percent
No more than,5 feet
trude Into required setbacks
and an average of
and the area surrounding the
not more than 4 feet
outside wall shall be land-
scaped
Residential
Parking facility cannot in-
40 percent
Over 5 feet
trude into required setbacks
and the area surrounding the
outside wall shall be land-
scaped
Commercial
No setbacks, provided facili-
None
None
ties are completely subsur-
face and covered
Industrial
No setbacks, provided facili-
None
None
ties are 'subsurface and cov-
ered
(Ord. 1245, 2 -6 -1996)
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E. Parking Of Licensed Recreational Vehicles And Habitable Vehicles:
1. Parking of any mobile home, camper, house trailer or other habitable vehicle outside
of an authorized mobile home park or licensed recreational vehicle parking facility is
prohibited except that such vehicles may be parked on any public property or right of
way subject to any applicable parking restrictions including, without limitation, section
7 -6 -1 of this code, or on any developed residential lot as long as the vehicle, if parked in
a front yard, is parked on a nonporous surface pad adequate to accommodate the
parked vehicle.
2. A habitable vehicle parked on private property may be occupied for residential
purposes for no longer than seventy two (72) hours (outside of an authorized mobile
home park) within any thirty (30) day period. No habitable vehicle may be occupied for
commercial purposes except as provided by section 13 -1 -2 (appendix chapter 31,
division II) of this code. (Ord. 1261, 10 -1 -1996)
F. ''Entrances And Exits: The location and design of -ail driveway entrances and exits are
subject to the approval of the director of planning and building safety and must comply
with the criteria listed below:
Distance From Curb Cut And
2k' Zone Side Property Line Driveway Width
All zones; except n/a Minimum 10 feet
R -1 and R -3 Maximum 30 feet ;
R -1 n/a Minimum 10 feet
Maximum 20 feet for lots less than'?
- 50 feet in width and a maximum of
50 percent of the lot width for lots
50 feet or greater in width
R -3 5 feet minimum in front 2/3 Minimum 12 feet
of lot. Entrance or exit on No more than 20 percent of lot
or from an alley may be width or maximum 30 feet
less
(Ord. 1401, 10 -3 -2006)
G. Handicapped Parking: Handicapped parking shall be provided In accordance with part 2
of title 24 of the California Administrative Code. (Ord. 1245, 2 -6 -1996; am d. Ord. 1315,
1 -18 -2000)
H. Vehicle Lifts: Vehicle lifts may be used by right to provide off street parking spaces on
lots in the single - family residential (R -1) zone and the two - family residential (R -2) zone
where the vehicle lifts provide parking in excess of the minimum number of required
parking spaces subject to the standards in this section and in this chapter.
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15 -15 -5
15 -15 -5
1. Vehicle lifts may be conditionally permitted for required off street parking spaces on
lots in the two - family residential (R -2) zone subject to the following:
a. The vehicle lift must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
b. A vehicle lift may only be used to store two (2) vehicles vertically where a minimum
vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the garage is a minimum of
fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
c. A vehicle lift must be designed and used as a designated parking space for use
only by occupants in the same dwelling unit as the parking space located directly below
the vehicle lift.
d. A vehicle lift must be permitted only with a key locking mechanism.
e. A vehicle lift must be permitted only if it is operated with an automatic shutoff
safety device and is installed in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
2. Vehicle lifts may be conditionally permitted for required off street parking spaces on
lots in the two - family residential (R -2) zone subject to the following:
a. The vehicle lift must be used only on a lot less than forty five feet (45') in width.
b. The vehicle lift must be located only within a fully enclosed garage.
c. A vehicle lift must only be used to meet the minimum -number of required off street
parking spaces in addition to a minimum of .two (2) fully accessible parking stalls located
on the floor surface within a garage or.garages.
d. A conditional use permit subject to chapter 23 of this title must be obtained for use
of a vehicle lift that is- provided to meet the minimum number of off street parking spaces
In the R -2 zone.
e. A vehicle lift may only be used to store two (2) vehicles vertically where a minimum
vertical height clearance from the floor to the ceiling plate of the garage is a minimum of
fourteen feet (14') clear of obstructions.
f. A vehicle lift must be designed and used as a designated parking space for use
only by occupants in the same dwelling unit as the parking space located directly below
the vehicle lift.
g. A vehicle lift must be permitted only with a key locking mechanism.
h. A vehicle lift must be permitted only if it is operated with an automatic shutoff
safety device and Is installed in accordance to manufacturer specifications. (Ord. 1401,
10 -3 -2006)
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15 -15 -6
15 -15 -6
15 -15 -6: LOADING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS: Every building hereafter estab-
lished, erected, enlarged or expanded for commercial, manufacturing or
December 2006
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x
4._
15 -15 -6
15 -15 -6
institutional purposes in the commercial or manufacturing zones listed below must be
provided with loading space as set forth below. However, for any building or use enlarged or
increased in capacity, additional loading spaces are required only for such enlargement or
increase. All required loading spaces are in addition to the required on site parking spaces set
forth in section 15 -15.3 of this chapter and must be developed and maintained in accordance
with section 15 -15 -2 of this chapter. Loading spaces may be provided either completely or
partially within a building when such building is designated to include adequate ingress and
egress to the loading spaces.
LOADING SPACE SIZES
Space Space Vertical
Width Depth Clearance
13 feet 50 feet . 16 feet
NUMBER OF LOADING SPACES REQUIRED
City of El Segundo
August 2005
Loading
if
Spaces
Waiting Spaces
Zone
Building Floor Area
Required
Required
SB & MM
0 - 10,000 square feet
0 .
. I
10,000 - 25,000 square
1
feet
C -3, CO,
0 - 999 square feet
0
MU -N, MU -S,
M -1, M -2
1,000 - 25,000 square feet
1
C -3, C -4, CO,
25,001 - 100,000 square
2
MU -S, MU -N,
feet
M -1, M -2, SB,
MM
100,001 - 250,000 square
3
feet
Each additional 100,000
1
square feet or fraction
thereof
Over 1,000,000 square
1 for every 5 load -
feet
ing spaces. Each
space 13'W x 501
x 16'H.
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15 -15 -6
Required loading spaces for hotel or institutional uses must be provided as set forth in the
following schedule:
Loading
Loading
Spaces.
Waiting
Spaces
Waiting Spaces
Zone
Building Floor Area
Required
Required
C -4
0 - 25,000 square feet
0
15,001 - 75,000 square feet
2
(single- tenant building)
Each additional 100,000 square
1
0 - 25,000 square feet
1 for each
Over 1,000,000 square feet
(multi- tenant building)
tenant over
spaces. Each space
10,000
13'W x 501 x 16'H.
square feet
Required loading spaces for hotel or institutional uses must be provided as set forth in the
following schedule:
Loading spaces within the boundaries of the Smoky Hollow specific plan should be located on
the side or in the rear of buildings whenever possible. If located in the front yard, the loading
platform must be set back from the front property line a minimum of 30 feet.
Commercial or manufacturing zoned lots or parcels that are less than., 6,000 square feet in
area must provide anon site loading space area that is not less than 12 feet wide and
comprised of an area equal to not less than 8% of the lot or parcel area and in no case can
such loading area be less than 360 square feet.
(Ord. 1382, 3 -15 -2005)
August 2005
City of El Segundo
Loading
Spaces.
Waiting
Building Floor Area
Required
Spaces Required
0 - 999 square feet
0
1,000 - 15,000 square feet
1
15,001 - 75,000 square feet
2
Each additional 100,000 square
1
feet or fraction thereof.
Over 1,000,000 square feet
1 for every 5 loading
spaces. Each space
13'W x 501 x 16'H.
Loading spaces within the boundaries of the Smoky Hollow specific plan should be located on
the side or in the rear of buildings whenever possible. If located in the front yard, the loading
platform must be set back from the front property line a minimum of 30 feet.
Commercial or manufacturing zoned lots or parcels that are less than., 6,000 square feet in
area must provide anon site loading space area that is not less than 12 feet wide and
comprised of an area equal to not less than 8% of the lot or parcel area and in no case can
such loading area be less than 360 square feet.
(Ord. 1382, 3 -15 -2005)
August 2005
City of El Segundo
15 -15 -7 15 -15 -9
15 -15 -7: PLAN PREPARATION AND PERMIT APPROVAL:
A. A proposed parking area plan and, if applicable, the loading and waiting space area
shall be submitted to the director of community, economic and development services at
.the time of the application for the building permit for the building for which the parking,
loading, and waiting area is required. The plans shall clearly indicate the proposed
development, including location, size, shape, design, curb cuts, lighting, landscaping,
and parking spaces in full compliance with code requirements.
B. No building permit shall be issued until the applicant -has presented satisfactory
evidence to the director of community, economic and development services that parking
and loading facilities required by the provisions of this chapter will be provided and
maintained. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993; amd. Ord. 1315, 148 -2000)
15 -15 -8: JOINT USE AND OFF SITE PARKING FACILITIES: All parking spaces shall be
located on the same lot or building site as the use for which such spaces are
required, except within the boundaries of the Smoky Hollow specific plan (see section
15 -15 -13 of this chapter); provided, that such parking spaces for nonresidential uses may be
located off site on a different lot or lots, subject to a parking covenant approved by the
planning commission, which shall be recorded in the office of the county recorder, prior to the
issuance of any building permits; and, ,may include such conditions as the planning commis-
sion may impose.. Off site parking for fewer than ten (10) parking spaces shall be subject to
approval of the director of community, economic and development services, subject to a
parking covenant, which shall be recorded in the office of the county recorder; and, may
Include such conditions as the director..of community, economic and development services
may impose. This off site parking may include the joint use of off site and on site parking
spaces by mutually exclusive uses. (Ord. 1283, 11 -18 -1997; amd. Ord. 1315, 1 -18 -2000)
15 -15 -9: SHARED PARKING; SMOKY HOLLOW: Shared parking facilities within the
boundaries of the Smoky Hollow specific plan may be granted up to a twenty
percent (20 %) parking reduction for uses with significantly different peak hours of operation.
Requests for shared parking must meet the following requirements:
A. A parking study shall be submitted by the applicant demonstrating that there will not
exist substantial conflict in the peak hours of parking demand for the uses for which joint
use is proposed;
B. The number of parking stalls which may be credited against the requirements of the
structures or uses involved shall not exceed the number of stalls reasonably anticipated
to be available during differing hours of operation;
C. A written agreement shall be drawn to the satisfaction of the city attorney and executed
by all parties concerned assuring the continued availability of the number of stalls
designed for joint use; and
August 2005
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15 -15 -9 15 -15 -13
D. This provision is suggested as an administrative guideline. The planning commission
shall ultimately determine the size of the parking, reduction. Twenty percent (20 %)
reductions should be rare. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
15- 15 -10: SITES WITH TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT PLANS: The
number of required parking spaces (section 15 -15 -3 of this chapter) and parking
facilities location for nonresidential uses (section 15 -15 -2 of this chapter) may be modified
subject to approval of a transportation systems management plan pursuant to the procedures
and requirements of chapter 16 or 17 of this title. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
15- 15 -11: APPLICABILITY OF CHAPTER IN C -RS ZONE: In the C -RS zone, section
15 -15 -3 of this chapter, spaces required, shall be fully applicable to all buildings
constructed or enlarged after January 1, 1971. All buildings constructed prior to January 1,
1971, which do not meet the requirements of this chapter may comply with these provisions in
the following manner:
Existing uses in an existing building may change to any other use enumerated in the
permitted- uses section of the C -RS zone without providing additional on site parking
spaces; provided, however, that all existing on site parking spaces provided in connec-
tion with the building or structure shall be continued and available for use with the
subject building or structure. (Ord. 1245, 2 -6 -1996)
15- 15 -12: FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED PARKING: In the event on site parking and
loading area facilities required to be provided under this code are not maintained
for licensed vehicle parking and truck loading area purposes to the extent required, the
director of community, economic and development services shall revoke and cancel the
certificate of occupancy theretofore issued for such structure. However, if it appears that
failure to maintain such required parking was reasonably beyond the control of the person
required to maintain the same; the certificate of occupancy shall not be revoked until the
owner has had at least ninety (90) days to reestablish the minimum required parking. in the
event the certificate of occupancy is revoked, the premises covered thereby shall not be
occupied or used for any purpose until a new certificate of occupancy has been issued. (Ord.
1212; 11 -16 -1993; amd. Ord. 1315, 1 -18 -2000)
15- 15 -13: OFF SITE PARKING; SMOKY HOLLOW SPECIFIC PLAN: Required parking for
a development within the boundaries of the Smoky Hollow specific plan may be
located off the site under certain circumstances. Request for off site parking must meet the
following requirements:
A. The off site parking shall be located so that it will adequately serve the use for which it
is intended. In making this determination, the following factors, among other things, shall
be considered.
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15 -15 -13 15 -15 -13
1. Proximity of the off site parking facilities;
2. Ease of pedestrian access to the off site parking facilities; and
3. The type of use the off site parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e., off site
parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as retail.
B. A written agreement shall be drawn to the satisfaction of the city attorney and executed
by all parties concerned assuring the continued availability of the off site parking
facilities for the use they are intended to serve. (Ord. 1212, 11 -16 -1993)
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City of El. Segundo
INTER - DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
Circulation Date: May 12, 2010
TO: Robert Cummings, Recreation and Parks Director.
( Atfention: Mark-.Truj1llo)
Mitchell Tavera, Police Chief
(Attention: Laurie Risk)
Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
(Attention: Maryam Jonas)
Sam Lee, Building Safety Manager /Building Official
Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
(Attention: James Carver)
Deborah Brighton, Library Services Director
Karl Berger, Assistant City Attorney
Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
CC: Jack Wayt, City Manager
Deborah Cullen, Finance Director
FROM: Greg Carpenter, Director /& �,n
Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Manager,�✓'
STAFF rr
PLANNER: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text
Amendment (ZTA 07.02) : Zone Text Amendment to Amend the Off - Street 17 Parking% and Ldid(60, Spaces' Requirements, and applicability of
Adjustments.
Location: Citywide
Applicant: City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone Text
Amendment to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) Chapter 15 -15 (Off -
Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to add a new Chapter 15-
15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC Chapter 15 -24
(Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6 (Corner
Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 154A -8 (Off
Street Parking.and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access (R- f
1 Zone)), 15 -413-10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15-16 -
3(B) (Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking
(TSM)).
The proposed Zone Text Amendment is intended to comprehensively update the
City's Parking and Loading Space requirements. The objectives of the update
are to:
1) Improve code organization.
2) Clarify and update existing standards.
3) Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
4) Make the code more flexible and grant staff more discretion in its
application.
5) Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed zone text amendment includes new and modified standards
regarding parking area design, including standards on paving, striping, parking
space location, parking space dimensions, driveways, curb cuts, lighting, and
landscaping. The amendment also includes design standards regarding drive -
through facilities, parking structures, and special provisions regarding residential
parking. The amendment modifies and updates the number of parking spaces
required for various uses, and it modifies the standards regarding compact,
tandem, bicycle parking spaces, and loading spaces. The amendment provides
increased authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director to approve minor
deviations from the proposed standards and to establish requirements for review
of more significant deviations from the proposed standards through the
Adjustment process.
The purpose of this distribution is to receive your comments on the provisions
that relate to your Department/Division. We request that you indicate in your
comments any areas /standards that may be in conflict with existing policies and
standards or areas /standards that can be clarified or modified further particularly
as it relates to on -site circulation and parking and loading standards generally,
adequate access for emergency vehicles, and the interface between private
property circulation and driveway design and the public right -of -way.
Should you have any questions, please contact Paul Samaras, Principal Planner,
at extension 2312 or Kim Christensen, Planning Manager at extension 2340.
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City of El Segundo
INTER - DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
Circulation Date: May 12, 2010
TO: Robert Cummings, Recreation and Parks Director
(Attention: Mark Trujillo)
Mitchell Tavera, Police Chief
(Attention Laurie Risk)
Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
(Attention: Maryam Jonas)
Sam Lee, Building Safety Ma' nager /Building Official
Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
(Attention: James Carver)
Deborah Brighton, Library Services Director
Karl Berger, Assistant City Attorney
Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
CC: Jack Wayt, City Manager
Deborah Cullen, Finance Director
FROM: Greg Carpenter, Director ,�
Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Managerv�
STAFF
PLANNER: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text
Amendment (ZTA 07 -02) - Zone Text Amendment to Amend the Off- Street
Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements, and applicability of
Adjustments.
Location: Citywide
Applicant: City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone Text
Amendment to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code (SSMC) Chapter 15 -15 (Off -
Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to add a new Chapter 15-
15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC Chapter 15 -24
(Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6 (Corner
Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 15 =4A -8 (Off
Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access (R-
1 Zone)), 15 -4B -10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15-16 -
3(B) (Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking
(TSM)).
The proposed Zone Text Amendment is intended to comprehensively update the
City's Parking and Loading Space requirements. The objectives of the update
are to:
1) Improve code. organization.
2) Clarify and update existing standards.
3) Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
4) Make the code more flexible and grant staff more discretion in its
application.
5) Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed zone text amendment includes new and modified standards
regarding parking area design, including standards on paving, striping, parking
space location, parking space dimensions, driveways, curb cuts, lighting, and
landscaping. The amendment also includes design standards regarding drive -
through facilities, parking structures, and special provisions regarding residential
parking. The amendment modifies and updates the number of parking spaces
required for various uses, and it modifies the standards regarding compact,
tandem, bicycle parking spaces, and loading spaces. The amendment provides
increased authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director to approve minor
deviations from the proposed standards and to establish requirements for review
of more significant deviations from the proposed standards through the
Adjustment process.
The purpose of this distribution is to receive your comments on the provisions
that relate to your Department/Division. We request that you indicate in your
comments any areas /standards that may be in conflict with existing policies and
standards or areas /standards that can be clarified or modified further particularly
as it relates to on -site circulation and parking and loading standards generally,
adequate access for emergency vehicles, and the interface between private
property circulation and driveway design and the public right -of -way.
Please provide any comments on this form or as a separate attachment no later
than Wednesday. May 19, 2010. Please sign this form and if you do not have
any comments please indicate so.
Should you have any questions, please contact Paul Samaras, Principal Planner,
at extension 2312 or Kim Christensen, Planning Manager at extension 2340.
COMMENTS:
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City of El Segundo
INTER - DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
May 17, 2010
TO: Greg Carpenter, Director, Planning and Building Safety Department
FROM: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Poli
SUBJECT: EA No. 755 and Zone Text Amendment (ZTA 07 -02) — Zone Text
Amendment to Amend the Off - Street Parking and Loading Spaces
Requirements, and applicability of adjustments.
LOCATION: Citywide
APPLICANT: City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
Police Department staff has reviewed the Zone Text Amendment submitted by the City of
El Segundo for the Off - Street Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements, and
applicability of adjustments and returns it with the following suggestions for consideration.
LIGHTING:
A. For commercial /retail /industrial buildings and multiple - family buildings:
1. All pedestrian walkways around and within the parking area and driveways
must be illuminated with a minimum maintained 0.25 foot - candles of light at
ground level during the hours of darkness.
2. The number of pedestrian and vehicular access points must be limited to
maintain control and enhance visibility.
3. Areas for public use within the parking lot or structure (trash enclosures,
mailboxes, vending machines, pay phones, benches) must be illuminated
with a minimum maintained one foot - candle of light at ground level during
the hours of darkness.
4. Light fixtures must have vandal resistant light fixtures and be not less than
three feet in height from the walking surface when used to illuminate
walkways and a minimum of 78 inches in height above the driving surface
when illuminating surfaces associated with vehicles.
B. Exterior doors leading to open parking lots and parking structures:
1. All types of exterior doors must be illuminated with a minimum maintained
one foot - candle of light at ground level during the hours of darkness.
Off - Street Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements
Police Comments / May 17, 2010
Page two
C. Parking kiosks in parking structures (lighting and landscaping suggestions only):
1. The landscaping around the island of the kiosk must be ground cover only.
2. The kiosk must be illuminated on all sides with a maintained minimum of
one foot - candle of light at ground level during the hours of darkness. The
lighting shall be installed and angled out in such a way that it does not
present a glare on the glass limiting the attendant's visibility to the
W
mmediate surrounding area or out to the street.
BICYCLE RACK STORAGE UNITS:
1. Bicycle storage units or racks shall be located in high visibility areas.
LANDSCAPING:
1. Landscaping around open parking lots and parking structures must not
provide climbing access to any portion of a structure.
2. Trees must be positioned to avoid interfering with required lighting levels
and take into consideration the height of canopies from ground level
regarding surveillance opportunities by users of the space and police
patrols.
3. Landscaping must be low profile around open parking lots and parking
structures taking care not to limit visibility. Floral or grass ground cover is
recommended. Bushes must be trimmed to 2 to 3 feet. Dense bushes
must not be clumped together; this provides a hiding place for criminal
activity.
SHOWERS /RESTROOMS /LOCKERS IN PARKING STRUCTURES:
1. For the safety and security of people and property, the showers /restrooms /lockers
should be located on ground floor /lobby areas where there is better visibility.
2. If they cannot be relocated to the ground floor /lobby, they:
a. Must be accessible during business hours only (7am -6pm).
b. Entry doors must be in a visible location and secured at all times with an
access control system and users shall be issued key cards by the Security
Department.
c. Security cameras must monitor and record any person entering these
rooms. Signs can be posted stating: "All activity is being recorded."
d. An emergency phone or emergency panic devise must be installed next to
or between the entry doors.
TRAFFIC DIVISION CONCERNS (LT. CARLOS MENDOZA):
None
City of El Segundo
INTER - DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
Circulation Date: May 12, 2010
TO: Robert Cummings, Recreation and Parks Director
(Attention: Mark Trujillo)
Mitchell Tavera, Police Chief
(Attention: Laurie Risk)
Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
(Attention: Maryam Jonas)
Sarri`rlP 8ui#d1Fig Safe' ji M'anxager /Building Official
Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
(Attention: James Carver)
Deborah Brighton, Library Services Director
Karl Berger, Assistant City Attorney
Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
CC: Jack Wayt, City Manager
Deborah Cullen, Finance Director
FROM: Greg Carpenter, Director ,/&
Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Manager
STAFF
PLANNER: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text
Amendment (ZTA 07 -02) Zone Text Amendment to Amend the Off - Street
Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements, and applicability of
Adjustments.
Location: Citywide
Applicant: City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone Text
Amendment to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) Chapter 16 -15 (Off -
Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to add a new Chapter 15-
15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC Chapter 15 -24
(Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6 (Corner
Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 15 -4A -8 (Off
Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access (R-
1 Zone)), 15 -46 -10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15 -16-
3(-) (Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking
(TSM)).
The proposed Zone Text Amendment is intended to comprehensively update the
City's Parking and Loading Space requirements. The objectives of the update
are to:
1) Improve code organization.
2) Clarify and update existing standards.
3) Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
4) Make the code more flexible and grant staff more discretion in its
application.
5) Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed zone text amendment includes new and modified standards
regarding parking area design, including standards on paving, striping, parking
space location, parking space dimensions, driveways, curb cuts, lighting, and
landscaping. The amendment also includes design standards regarding drive -
through facilities, parking structures, and special provisions regarding residential
parking. The amendment modifies and updates the number of parking spaces
required for various uses, and it modifies the standards regarding compact,
tandem, bicycle parking spaces, and loading spaces. The amendment provides
increased authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director to approve minor
deviations from the proposed standards and to establish requirements for review
of more significant deviations from the proposed standards through the
Adjustment process.
The purpose of this distribution is to receive your comments on the provisions
that relate to your Department/Division. We request that you indicate in your
comments any areas /standards that may be in conflict with existing policies and
standards or areas /standards that can be clarified or modified further particularly
as it relates to on -site circulation and parking and loading standards generally,
adequate access for emergency vehicles, and the interface between private
property circulation and driveway design and the public right -of -way.
Please provide any comments on this form or as a se . arate attachment no later
than Wednesday. May 19, 2010. Please sign this form and if you do not have
any comments please indicate so.
Should you have any questions, please contact Paul Samaras, Principal Planner,
at extension 2312 or Kim Christensen, Planning Manager at extension 2340.
I.4
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Reviewed By:
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City of El Segundo
INTER- DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
Circulation Date: May 12, 2010
T Robert Cummings, Recreation and Parks Director
(Attention: Mark Trujillo)
Mitchell Tavera, Police Chief
(Attention: Laurie Risk)
Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
(Attention: Maryam Jonas)
Sam Lee, Building Safety Manager /Building Official
Kevin Smith; Fire Chief
Attention: James Carver)
k xFS Nh Brighton, Library Services Director
Karl Berger, Assistant City Attorney
Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
CC: Jack Wayt; City Manager
Deborah Cullen, Finance Director
dA
FRO . Greg Carpenter, Director
Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Manager��/�` /�
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STAFF
PLANNER: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text
Amendment (ZTA- 07 -02) - Zone Text Amendment to Amend the Off - Street
Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements, and applicability of
Adjustments.
Location: Citywide
Applicant: City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone
Amendment to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code (SSMC) Chapter 15 -15 (Off.
Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to add a new Chapter 15-
15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC Chapter 15 -24
(Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6 (Corner
Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 15 -4A -8 (Off
Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access (R-
1 Zone)), 15 -4B -10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15 -16-
3(-) (Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking
(TSM)).
The proposed Zone Text Amendment is intended to comprehensively update the
City's Parking and Loading Space requirements. The objectives of the update
are to:
1) Improve code organization.
2) Clarify and update existing standards.
3) Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
4) Make the code more flexible and grant staff more discretion in its
application.
5) Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed zone text amendment includes new and modified standards
regarding parking area design, including standards on paving, striping, parking
space location, parking space dimensions, driveways, curb cuts, lighting, and
landscaping. The amendment also includes design standards regarding drive -
through facilities, parking structures, and special provisions regarding residential
parking. The amendment modifies and updates the number of parking spaces
required for various uses, and it modifies the standards regarding compact,
tandem, bicycle parking spaces, and loading spaces. The amendment provides
increased authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director to approve minor
deviations from the proposed standards and to establish requirements for review
of more significant deviations from the proposed standards through the
Adjustment process.
The purpose of this distribution is to receive your comments on the provisions
that relate to your Department/Division. We request that you indicate in your
comments any areas /standards that may be in conflict with existing policies and
standards or areas /standards that can be clarified or modified further particularly
as it relates to on -site circulation and parking and loading standards generally,
adequate access for emergency vehicles, and the interface between private
property circulation and driveway design and the public right -of -way.
Please provide any comments on this form or as a separate attachment no later
than Wednesday, May 19, 2010. Please sign this form and if you do not have
any comments please indicate so.
Should you have any questions, please contact Paul Samaras, Principal Planner,
at extension 2312 or Kim Christensen, Planning Manager at extension 2340.
��,i1
COMMENTS:
Revt'evyed By:
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City of El Segundo
INTER- DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE
Circulation Date: May 12, 2010
TO: Robert Cummings, Recreation and Parks Director
(Attention: Mark Trujillo)
Mitchell Tavera, Police Chief
(Attention: Laurie Risk)
Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Director
(Attention: Maryam Jonas)
Sam Lee; Building Safety Manager /Building Official
Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
(Attention: James Carver)
Deborah Brighton, Library Services Director
Karl Berger, Assistant City Attorney
Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
CC: Jack Wayt, City Manager
Deborah Cullen; Finance Director
FROM: Greg Carpenter, Director ,/&
Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Managervs/j
STAFF
PLANNER: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner
SUBJECT: Environmental Assessment No. 755 and Zone Text
Amendment (ZTA 07 -02) r Zone Text Amendment to Amend the Off - Street
Parking and Loading Spaces Requirements, and applicability of
Adjustments.
Locations Citywide
Applicant.- City of El Segundo
Property Owner: Various
The proposed project is an Environmental Assessment and a Zone Text
Amendment to repeal El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC) Chapter 15 -15 (Off -
Street Parking and Loading Spaces) in its entirety and to add a new Chapter 15-
15 (Off- Street Parking and Loading Spaces); to amend ESMC Chapter 15 -24
(Adjustments); and to amend ESMC §§ 15 -1 -6 (Definitions), 15 -2 -6 (Corner
Clearance), 15 -2 -11 (Driveway Visibility), 15 -2 -14 (Landscaping), 15 -4A -8 (Off
Street Parking and Loading Spaces (R -1 Zone)), 15 -4A -10 (Vehicular Access (R-
1 Zone)), 15 -4B -10 (Vehicular Access (R -2 Zone)), 15 -4C -9 (Vehicular Access
n,)�
1.. 4_8
(R -3 Zone)), 15 -4E -5 (Parking For R -1 Zones (Second Dwelling Units)), 15 -16-
3(-) (Development Standards (TDM)), 15 -16 -5 (Enforcement (TDM)), 15 -17 -5
(Requirements (TSM)), 15 -17 -6 (Parking Incentives (TSM)), 15 -17 -7
(Implementation and Administration (TSM)), and 15 -17 -8 (Off -Site Parking
(TSM)).
The proposed Zone Text Amendment is intended to comprehensively update the
City's Parking and Loading Space requirements. The objectives of the update
are to:
1) Improve code organization.
2) Clarify and update existing standards.
3) Incorporate new provisions on issues not addressed.
4) Make the code more flexible and grant staff more discretion in its
application.
5) Facilitate predictability of code requirements for applicants /customers.
The proposed zone text amendment includes new and modified standards
regarding parking area design, including standards on paving, striping, parking
space location, parking space dimensions, driveways, curb cuts, lighting, and
landscaping. The amendment also includes design standards regarding drive -
through facilities, parking structures, and special provisions regarding residential
parking. The amendment modifies and updates the number of parking spaces
required for various uses, and it modifies the standards regarding compact,
tandem, bicycle parking spaces, and loading spaces. The amendment provides
increased authority to the Planning and Building Safety Director to approve minor
deviations from the proposed standards and to establish requirements for review
of more significant deviations from the proposed standards through the
Adjustment process.
The purpose of this distribution is to receive your comments on the provisions
that relate to your Department/Division. We request that you indicate in your
comments any areas /standards that may be in conflict with existing policies and
standards or areaststandards that can be clarified or modified further particularly
as it relates to on -site circulation and parking and loading standards generally,
adequate access for emergency vehicles, and the interface between private
property circulation and driveway design and the public right -of -way.
Please provide any comments on this form or as a separate attachment no later
Should you have any questions, please contact Paul Samaras, Principal Planner,
at extension 2312 or Kim Christensen, Planning Manager at extension 2340.
COMMENTS:
Reviewed By:
Signature and Title Date
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Orders of Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Receive and file report prepared by the County of Los Angeles regarding transitioning the El
Segundo Fire Department's ( "ESFD ") services to the Consolidated Fire Protection District of
Los Angeles County (aka the Los Angeles County Fire Department). Consideration and possible
action to direct staff to undertake further analysis of potential impacts including, without
limitation, an analysis pursuant to Elections Code § 9212 regarding an initiative petition
currently being circulated that would require, if adopted, that ESFD's services be performed by
the County.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Receive and file report prepared by the County of Los Angeles regarding
transitioning ESFD to the County.
2. Consideration and possible action to direct staff to undertake further analysis of
the impacts of transitioning ESFD to the County including, without limitation, an analysis under
Elections Code § 9212 regarding the initiative petition currently being circulated that would
require, if adopted, that ESFD be transitioned to the County.
3. Alternatively, take other related action as directed by Council.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
County of Los Angeles Initial Assessment regarding ESFD
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Requested: $
Additional Appropriation:
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Mark Hensley, City Attorney
REVIEWED BY: Kevin Smith, Fire Chief
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manage/
AND DISCUSSION:
On December 1, 2009, the City Council directed that staff request the County of Los Angeles to
prepare an analysis of a potential transition of ESFD services to the County. The County has
completed its initial assessment which is attached hereto as Exhibit A.
The report generally provides for the County to staff Station 1 with a 3- person paramedic
assessment engine and a 2- person paramedic squad, and Station 2 with a 3- person paramedic
assessment engine and a 4- person truck/quint apparatus, for a total of 12 on -duty daily plus fire
prevention staffing, at an anticipated 2010 -11 annual cost of $10.4 million.
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On May 13, 2010, the City Clerk's Office received a notice of intent to circulate a petition to
require that the City transition its Fire Department services to the County. As required by law,
the City Attorney's Office prepared the Title and Summary for the initiative. On May 20, 2010,
the Clerk's Office transmitted such to the circulator of the petition. The circulator has up until
November 17, 2010(180 days from the time the circulator was presented with the Title and
Summary), to collect signatures for the petition.
Elections Code § 9212 provides as follows:
"a) During the circulation of the petition ... the legislative body may refer the proposed
initiative measure to any city agency or agencies for a report on any or all of the
following:
(1) Its fiscal impact.
(2) Its effect on the internal consistency of the city's general and specific plans ...
the consistency between planning and zoning, and the limitations on city actions
under Section 65008 of the Government Code....
(3) Its effect on the use of land, the impact on the availability and location of
housing, and the ability of the city to meet its regional housing needs.
(4) Its impact on funding for infrastructure of all types, including, but not limited
to, transportation, schools, parks, and open space. The report may also discuss
whether the measure would be likely to result in increased infrastructure costs or
savings, including the costs of infrastructure maintenance, to current residents and
businesses.
(5) Its impact on the community's ability to attract and retain business and
employment.
(6) Its impact on the uses of vacant parcels of land.
(7) Its impact on agricultural lands, open space, traffic congestion, existing
business districts, and developed areas designated for revitalization.
(8) Any other matters the legislative body requests to be in the report.
(b) The report shall be presented to the legislative body within the time prescribed by the
legislative body, but no later than 30 days after the elections official certifies to the
legislative body the sufficiency of the petition."
Since the City was already analyzing the potential transition of ESFD to the County months
before the initiative petition was presented to the City Clerk's Office, the City is generally not
constrained by the thirty day time limit in Elections Code § 9212.
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However, the initial Los Angeles County assessment does not contain any information regarding
the initiative petition; the City Council may have specific questions or issues addressed that are
unique to the initiative petition that it wants staff to address as allowed by the Elections Code.
Additionally, Council may have questions or issues that relate to the potential transition of
ESFD services to the County, regardless of whether such is the result of Council action or the
initiative process.
Staff understands that this is an important issue for the Council and the community and wants to
be proactive in providing information necessary to the decision making process.
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P. MICHAEL FREEMAN
FIRE CHIEF
FORESTER & FIRE WARDEN
June 2, 2010
Jack Wayt, City Manager
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Dear Mr. Wayt:
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
FIRE DEPARTMENT
1320 NORTH EASTERN AVENUE
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA 90063 -3294
(323) 881 -2401
Last December, the Board of Supervisors (Board) directed that new criteria be developed to govern
the preparation of feasibility studies for fire services, which will change the decades -old procedures
we have utilized for preparing such studies. While working with the Chief Executive Office on
developing the new guidelines, we have been simultaneously working on your City Council's request
for a feasibility study for the provision of services by the Fire District. We now anticipate that the new
guidelines will be approved by the Board in July, after which we can submit our official feasibility study
for the City of El Segundo for approval.
The feasibility study will provide the City with recommended staffing levels and costs, as well as
details for transitioning employees, other costs and revenues, and operational factors necessary for
the City to determine if it desires to pursue negotiations for Fire District services. Our preliminary
findings would have the Fire District staff Station 1 with a 3- person paramedic assessment engine and
a 2- person paramedic squad, and Station 2 with a 3- person paramedic assessment engine and a
4- person truck /quint apparatus, for a total of 12 on -duty daily plus fire prevention staffing, at an
anticipated 2010 -11 annual cost of $10.4 million. While this cost and staffing are not anticipated to
change, they are preliminary until the final feasibility study is published. It is hoped that this
preliminary cost estimate would aid in your budget decisions.
Please be assured that we will proceed as soon as we can in providing a Board approved feasibility
study to the City. In the interim, if you have any questions or would like to discuss this matter further,
please feel free to contact me at the above number or you may contact Debbie Aguirre, Chief,
Planning Division, at (323) 881 -2404.
Very truly youLEEMAN
P. MICHAEL
PMF:Ib
c: Fire Chief Kevin Smith
SERVING THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY AND THE CITIES OF:
AGOURA HILLS
ARTESIA
CALABASAS
CARSON
DIAMOND BAR
DUARTE
HIDDEN HILLS
LA MIRADA
MALIBU
POMONA
SIGNAL HILL
AZUSA
CERRITOS
EL MONTE
HUNTINGTON PARK
INDUSTRY
LA PUENTE
MAYWOOD
RANCHO PALOS VERDES
SOUTH EL MONTE
B LDWIN PARK
CLAREMONT
GARDENA
INGLEWOOD
LAKEWOOD
LANCASTER
NORWALK
PALMDALE
ROLLING HILLS
SOUTH GATE
BEELL
BELL GARDENS
COMMERCE
GLENDORA
IRWINDALE
LAWNDALE
PALOS VERDES ESTATES
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES
ROSEMEAD
TEMPLE CITY
BELLFLOWER
COVINA
CUDAHY
HAWAIIAN GARDENS
HAW-THORNE
LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE
LOMITA
PARAMOUNT
SAN DIMAS
WALNUT
WEST HOLLYWOOD
BRADBURY
LA HABRA
LYNWOOD
PICO RIVERA
SANTA CLARITA
WESTLAKE VILLAGE
WHITTIER
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Committees, Commissions and Boards
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to announce the candidates of the Library Board of Trustees,
Senior Citizen Housing Corporation Board, Community Cable Advisory Committee and
Environmental Committee.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Announce the appointees to the Library Board of Trustees, Senior Citizen Housing
Corporation Board, Community Cable Advisory Committee and Environmental Committee,
if any;
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $ None
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Mishia Jennings, Executive Assistant �.
REVIEWED BY:
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Managx
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Committee /Commission and Board # of Openings
Library Board of Trustees 2
Senior Citizen Housing (one partial one full term) 2
Community Cable Advisory Committee 2
Environmental Committee 1
Appointee(sl Term Expire(s)
05/30/2013
06/30/2012 (partial term)
06/30/2014 (full term)
10/31/2013
06/30/2014
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
PAYMENTS BY WIRE TRANSFER
5/20/10 THROUGH 6/03/10
Date
Payee
Amount
Description
4/16/2010
Nationwide EFT
(36,976.40)
EFT 457 payment to correct memo
4/16/2010
Nationwide EFT
36,922.18
EFT 457 payment to correct memo
5/20/2010
La Salle
43,725.00
ABAG
5/28/2010
Nationwide EFT
36,885.08
EFT 457 payment
5/28/2010
State of CA EFT
1,276.15
Child support payment
5/27/2010
Employment Development
4,756.17
State Taxes
5/27/2010
Employment Development
54,061.24
State Taxes
5/27/2010
IRS
245,145.09
Federal Taxes
5/28/2010
UB
4,438.87
PARS payment
5/28/2010
Manufacturers & Traders
32,518.93
457 payment Vantagepoint
5/13/2010
Health Comp
715.42
Weekly claims
6/1/2010
Federal Reserve Bank
50.00
Employee Savings Bonds
6/2/2010
Cal Pers
93,375.42
Retirement
6/3/2010
Cal Pers
420,107.47
Health
6/3/2010
Lane Donovan Golf Ptr
19,118.45
Payroll Transfer
5/20- 6/3/10
Workers Comp Activity
36,894.68
SCRMA checks issued
993,013.75
DATE OF RATIFICATION: 6/15/10
TOTAL PAYMENTS BY WIRE:
Certified as to the accuracy of the wire transfers by:
—�'''` - (0 13 ) 10
Deputy City T asurer Date
Directof f f�ln nce Date
/ � f Ab
Ci ager D e
on actual expenditures is available in the City Treasurer's Office of the City of El Segundo.
993,013.75
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 1, 2010 — 5:30 P.M.
5:30 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Busch at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Busch
- Present
Mayor Pro Tern Fisher
- Present
Council Member Brann
- Present
Council Member Fuentes
- Present
Council Member Jacobson
- Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council moved into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the
Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et seq.) for the purposes of conferring
with the City's Real Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City Attorney on
potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under Government
Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor Negotiators;
as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(a) -1- matter
City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et. al LASC Case No. BS094279
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(b): -0-
potential case (no further public statement is required at this time); Initiation of litigation
pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(c): -0- matter.
DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): - 0- matters
CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6): -1-
matters
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Represented Group: Police Support Services Employees Association (PSSEA), City
Employees Association (CEA), Firefighters Association (FFA), Police Managers
Association (PMA), Police Officers Association (POA), Supervisory and Professional
Employees (S &P)
Negotiators: Jack Wayt, Bob Hyland and Rich Kreisler
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -2-
matters
City Property: 2161 El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo (Fire Station No. 2)
City Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager
Negotiating Party: Out of Site, LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms (potential lease or sale)
City Property: 2161 El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo (Fire Station No. 2)
City Negotiators: City Manager, Assistant City Manager
Negotiating Party: Wiseburn School District
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms (potential lease or sale)
Council recessed at 6:50 p.m.
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 1, 2010 - 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION — Pastor John Svendsen, First Baptist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Don Brann
PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor Busch presented a proclamation to El Segundo Power, LLC and El
Segundo Kiwanis Club proclaiming June 5, 2010, Beauty and the Beach Cleanup
Day.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Busch
- Present
Mayor Pro Tem Fisher
- Present
Council Member Brann
- Present
Council Member Fuentes
- Present
Council Member Jacobson
- Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to take action
on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed.
Ron Swanson, resident, spoke on the upcoming event for the Education Foundation at
the Car Museum on Saturday, June 5 th
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda
by title only.
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MOTION by Council Member Jacobson, SECONDED by Council Member Brann to read
all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
Consideration and possible action to adopt a Resolution expressing the City
Council's intent to voluntarily reduce individual Councilmember's salary by 20 %.
(Fiscal Impact: approximately $10,800 per year)
MOTION by Council Member Jacobson, SECONDED by Council Member Fisher to
adopt Resolution No. 4554 expressing the City Council's intent to voluntarily reduce
individual councilmember compensation by 20 %. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
2. Consideration and possible action to announce the candidates of the Recreation
and Parks Commission and Planning Commission.
Mayor Busch announced the appointment of Colleen Glynn -Rich to the Recreation and
Parks Commission for a full term to expire 5/30/14; Brenda Newman to the Planning
Commission for a partial term to expire 6/30/12; and Dan Barbee to the Planning
Commission for a full term to expire 6/30/14.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and passed
unanimously. If a call for discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered
individually under the next heading of business.
3. Approved Warrant Numbers 2577327 to 2577514 on Register No. 16 in the total
amount of $1,204,160.83 and Wire Transfers from 5/07/10 through 5/20/10 in the
total amount of $650,803.67. Authorized staff to release. Ratified: Payroll and
Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due to contracts or agreement;
emergency disbursements and /or adjustments; and wire transfers.
4. Approved Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2010 and Special
Meeting Minutes of May 6, 2010.
5. Approved Contract No. 4074 with AKM Consulting Engineers to provide
inspection and resident engineering services for the replacement of sanitary
sewer mains at various locations within the Smoky Hollow Specific Plan area of
the City of El Segundo. (Fiscal Impact: $150,000) Authorized the City Manager
to execute a professional service agreement in a form as approved by the City
Attorney with AKM Consulting Engineers in the amount not to exceed $150,000.
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JUNE 1, 2010
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6. Accepted the work as complete for 21 homes related to the City's Residential
Sound Insulation Program's Group 37 (Project No. RSI 09 -14). (Final Contract
Amount: $581,587.21) Authorized the City Clerk to file the City's Planning and
Building Safety Director's Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's Office.
Authorized the City Manager, or designee, to close out Project No. RSI 09 -14.
MOTION by Council Member Brann, SECONDED by Council Member Jacobson to
approve Consent Agenda Items 3, 4, 5, and 6. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
F. NEW BUSINESS
7. Consideration and possible action to introduce and waive first reading of an
Ordinance amending the El Segundo Municipal Code's regulation of massage
establishments with the City of El Segundo. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Deborah Cullen, Finance Director, gave a brief report.
Council Member Jacobson introduced Ordinance No. 1443 amending the El Segundo
Municipal Code Chapter 4 -10 regulating massage establishments within the City of El
Segundo.
Second reading and adoption of the Ordinance scheduled for June 15, 2010.
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER - NONE
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
REPORTS — CITY CLERK - NONE
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER - NONE
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Fuentes — Spoke regarding Memorial Day Services and thanked
members of the military serving our Country.
Council Member Brann — Spoke regarding Memorial Day Services, the recent
City /School District meeting and signature drive for legislation to make stricter penalties
for Child Sexual Assault.
Council Member Jacobson — Spoke regarding the upcoming event on Saturday, June
5th, "Car People for Education" at the Auto Museum.
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Mayor Pro Tern Fisher — NONE
Mayor Busch — Spoke on his attendance at the recent High School Baseball game.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have receive value of $50 or more to
communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on
behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City
Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow Council to take action
on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after Public
Communications is closed. NONE
MEMORIALS — Margie Kobus, Mother of Deputy City Treasurer Mary Kobus.
CLOSED SESSION - None
ADJOURNMENT at 7:35 p.m.
Cathy Domann
Deputy City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JUNE 1, 2010 — 4:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Pro Tem Fisher at 4:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Busch
- Present — arrived at 4:31 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Fisher
- Present
Council Member Brann
- Present
Council Member Fuentes
- Present
Council Member Jacobson
- Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - (Related to City Business Only - 5 minute limit per person, 30
minute limit total). Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate to the City
Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so identify
themselves before addressing the City Council. Failure to do so is a misdemeanor and punishable
by a fine of $250.
SPECIAL MATTERS: -1- matter
1. Interview of candidates and potential appointments to the Recreation and Parks Commission
and Planning Commission. [Note: the interviews will commence at approximately 4:30 p.m. and
take place in the West Conference Room in City Hall.]
Council consensus to appoint Colleen Glynn -Rich to the Recreation and Parks Commission for a
full term to expire 5/30/14; Brenda Newman to the Planning Commission for a partial term to expire
6/30/12; and Dan Barbee to the Planning Commission for a full term to expire 6/30/14.
ADJOURNMENT — 5:55 p.m.
Cathy Domann, Deputy City Clerk
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding approval of a Resolution delegating authority for
making disability determinations to the City Manager and Human Resources Director pursuant to
Government Code § 21173. Fiscal Impact: None.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Approve attached Resolution.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Resolution
FISCAL IMPACT: N/A
Amount Budgeted: $ N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Marth a& Dijkstra, Human Resources Manager
REVIEWED BY: Bob Hyland, Director of an Resources
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manag r
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On February 3, 2004, City Council approved Resolution No. 4364 delegating authority for making
disability determinations to the City Manager and Administrative Services Director pursuant to
Government Code §21173.
Resolution No. 4364 needs to be amended to replace "Administrative Services Director" with
"Human Resources Director" to accurately reflect the City's organizational structure. No other
changes have been made to the Resolution.
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A RESOLUTION DELEGATING AUTHORITY FOR MAKING
DISABILITY DETERMINATIONS TO THE CITY MANAGER AND
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT
CODE § 21173.
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
Section 1: Pursuant to Government Code § 21173, the City Manager and Human
Resources Director are authorized to exercise the responsibilities and duties conferred and
imposed by Article 6 to Chapter 12 of the Government Code (consisting of §§ 21150 - 21176),
entitled "Disability Retirement," subject to the conditions set forth below.
Section 2: The Human Resources Director ( "Director ") will make an initial
determination regarding disability upon being presented with a disability retirement
application. In addition, the Director will make an initial determination regarding cancellation
of a recipient's disability retirement allowance.
Section 3: Except where a matter is referred to the City Council for a decision, the City
Manager, or designee, will make final decisions regarding disability retirement on the City's
behalf. The City Manager, or designee, will also make a final decision regarding canceling a
recipient's disability retirement allowance unless the matter is referred to the City Council for
a decision. Further, the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to procure an administrative
law judge from the Office of Administrative Hearings, if a hearing is requested.
Section 4: The Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption, and will
remain effective unless repealed or superseded.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June , 2010.
Eric K. Busch,
Mayor
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Resolution No. was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of said
Council held on the 15th day of June, 2010, and the same was so passed and adopted by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
NOT PARTICIPATING:
WITNESS MY HAND THE OFFICIAL SEAL OF SAID CITY this day of
, 2010.
Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk
of the City of El Segundo,
California
(SEAL)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
an
Karl H. Berger
Assistant City Attorney
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to award a standard Public Works Contract to Advance
Sewer Technologies, Inc. for the Cleaning and Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
inspection of sewer lines west of Sepulveda Boulevard between El Segundo Boulevard
and Imperial Avenue. (Project No.: PW 10 -02) and adoption of Plans and Specifications
for the CCTV inspection of sewer lines east of Sepulveda Boulevard, between El
Segundo Boulevard and Imperial Highway. (Fiscal Impact: $183,951.11)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Standard Public Works Contract in a
form as approved by the City Attorney with Advanced Sewer Technologies, Inc.,
in the amount of $167,228.28.
2. Adopt Plans and Specifications and authorize staff to advertise the project for
receipt of construction bids.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Requested: $183,951.11
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 502- 400 - 8204 -8654
ORIGINATED BY: Maryam M. Jonas, Principal Engineer i
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Pu is Works Directot4
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manag.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On May 4, 2010, the City Council authorized staff to advertise for the cleaning and closed circuit
television inspection of sewer mains west of Sepulveda Boulevard, between El Segundo
Boulevard and Imperial Avenue.
On June 1, 2010, the City Clerk received and opened four (4) bids as follows:
1. Advanced Sewer Technologies, Inc. $167,023.65
2. National Plant Services, Inc. $183,658.95
3. Empire Pipe Cleaning and Equipment, Inc. $215,804.60
4. Nor Cal Pipeline Services $307,023.65
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The original FY 2009/10 budget allocation for this project was $300,000 from the El Segundo
Sewer Enterprise Fund. Staff has verified the Advanced Sewer Technologies, Inc. references and
received favorable responses, and recommends awarding the contract to them as the lowest
responsible bidder, for $167,023.65. The total amount of $183,951.11 requested includes both
the contract amount and an additional 10% for contingencies. The lowest responsible bid
received is 44% less than budgeted amount for this project. This is mostly due to the competitive
bidding market.
Plans to CCTV the sewer line east of Sepulveda Boulevard were originally scheduled for the
2010/11 budget year. However, given the significant cost savings realized for this project, staff
recommends using the $116,048 remaining to initiate CCTV inspection of the sanitary sewer
lines east of Sepulveda Boulevard earlier than anticipated to capitalize on the current bidding
environment. Adoption of the plans and specifications would authorize staff to proceed with
advertising the project for receipt of bids for CCTV of the sewer lines east of Sepulveda
Boulevard between El Segundo Boulevard and Imperial Highway.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No.
1443 amending regulation of massage establishments within the City of El Segundo. (Fiscal
Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1443
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Ordinance No. 1443 amending Title 4, section 10.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: $None
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Steve Jones, Business Services Manager
REVIEWED BY: Deborah Cullen, Director of Finance
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Senate Bill 731 became effective on September 1, 2009. Prior to SB 731, the regulation of
massage establishments has been at the local level. This new law sets up a statewide system of
certification for massage therapists that exempts state - certified therapists from having to obtain a
massage permit from the local government. The law is in response to the criticism of legitimate
massage therapists that it is a burden to obtain a multitude of permits if they practice in more
than one city or move within the state.
SB 731 created a massage therapy organization called the California Massage Therapy Council
(CMTC), a nonprofit organization that provides for the statewide certification of massage
therapists and massage practitioners. To become state certified, applicants must be eighteen
years of age or older, meet specific educational criteria, provide the CMTC with current required
information, provide fingerprints for submission to the Department of Justice for a criminal
background check, and to pay fees required by the CMTC.
The Bill also prohibits cities from enacting or enforcing certain ordinances regulating the
practice of massage by a certificate holder.
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Major Changes
1. Any person certified by the CMTC has the right to practice massage, consistent with state
law and the qualifications established by his or her certification in any city or county in
the state and is not required to obtain any other license, permit, or other authorization.
However, the bill does not prevent a city from adopting or enforcing any local ordinance
governing zoning, business licensing, and reasonable health and safety requirements for
massage establishments or businesses.
2. A CMTC certified sole proprietorship, and massage establishments or businesses that
employ or use only persons certified by the CMTC, enjoy more freedom from local
regulation. Although a local agency have the right to adopt land use and zoning
requirements applicable to massage establishments or businesses, any land use and
zoning requirements must be no different than the requirements that are uniformly
applied to other professional or personal services businesses.
3. Qualifying massage establishments or businesses cannot be required to provide additional
restroom, shower, or other facilities that are not uniformly applicable to other
professional or personal service businesses.
Cities that regulate massage establishments must update their massage establishment
ordinance to reflect SB 731. Otherwise, much of a city's ordinance is likely preempted and
unenforceable against these establishments, and aspects of the businesses that could be
regulated are foregone.
The City must make sure to treat qualifying massage establishments in accordance with the
new state law. There will be two separate systems with separate rules governing qualifying
and nonqualifying businesses.
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ORDINANCE NO. 1443
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 4 -10 REGULATING MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS
WITHIN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO.
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") § 4 -10 -2 is amended to add
the following definitions:
"MASSAGE THERAPY ORGANIZATION (MTO): The organization
created pursuant to Business and Professions Code, Division 2,
Chapter 10.5.
CERTIFIED MASSAGE PRACTITIONER: An individual certified by
the Massage Therapy Organization pursuant to Business and
Professions Code § 4601(b) and who administers massage for
compensation.
CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPIST: An individual who by the
Massage Therapy Organization pursuant to Business and
Professions Code § 4601(c) and who administers massage for
compensation."
SECTION 2: All references in ESMC Chapter 4 -10 to "massage parlors" are
amended to read "massage establishments."
SECTION 3: ESMC § 4 -10 -3 is amended to read as follows:
"4 -10 -3: MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS; PERMIT,
INVESTIGATION, FEES:
Every person conducting, managing, operating, owning or in control
of a massage establishment or any other place that is open to the
public or is a private club, where facial massages, fomentations,
massages, electric or magnetic treatments, alcohol rubs, Russian,
Swedish or Turkish baths are administered or given, or any public
bathing place, which has in connection therewith a steam room, dry
or hot room plunge, swimming pool, shower bath, or sleeping
accommodations, must obtain a permit in accordance with this
chapter, and for each of such places pay, upon applying for a
permit, an investigation fee of five hundred dollars ($500.00). Each
such place must subsequently pay an annual inspection fee of one
hundred twenty dollars ($120.00) for the cost of submitting to an
annual inspection under the Los Angeles County massage
establishment inspection program. In addition, each such massage
establishment must pay a business license tax in accordance with
this code. A Massage Establishment Permit is not required for (1) a
massage establishment that is a sole proprietorship where the sole
proprietor is certified by the MTO; or (2) a massage establishment
that employs or uses only individuals certified by the MTO."
SECTION 4: ESMC § 4 -10 -4 is amended to read as follows:
"4 -10 -4: MASSAGE TECHNICIANS; PERMIT, EXAMINATION,
FEES:
Massage technicians must obtain a permit pursuant to this chapter
and, when applying for a permit, pay a one time investigation fee
set by city council resolution. In order to obtain a permit, each
massage technician must successfully pass the Los Angeles
County examination of applicants for massage technician permits
and pay, upon applying for a permit, an examination fee set by city
council resolution. In addition, any massage technicians doing
business in the city as an independent operative are subject to the
business license tax provided for by this code. Certified Massage
Practitioners and Certified Massage Therapists are exempt from
the permit requirement established by this section provided that the
MTO- certified individual is practicing consistent with the
qualifications established by his or her certification. Certified
Massage Practitioners and Certified Massage Therapists are not
exempt from the business license tax set forth in this Code."
SECTION 5: ESMC § 4 -10 -5 is amended to read as follows:
"4 -10 -5: BUSINESS LICENSE REQUIRED:
Before operating any massage establishment or becoming
engaged in the occupation of a massage practitioner or massage
technician, the individual proposing to conduct the business must
obtain the required business license to do so and, in addition,
unless otherwise specified, is subject to each and all of the terms,
conditions and provisions of this chapter."
SECTION 6: ESMC § 4 -10 -10 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -10: NOTICE OF CHANGE:
Whenever any change occurs relating to the written information
required by this chapter, the applicant or permittee must give
notification of such change to the licensing authority within twenty
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(20) days after such change or at any hearing conducted under this
chapter if such hearing is conducted before the above notification
has been given. Every owner of a massage establishment that
employs or uses only MTO- certified massage practitioners and
therapists, and every massage establishment that is a sole
proprietorship where the sole proprietor is MTO- certified, must
notify the city not less than 20 days before changing management,
renaming, or conveying the massage business to another person."
SECTION 7: ESMC § 4 -10 -13 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -13: INSPECTION:
The police department may inspect any massage establishment in
the city during regular business hours with or without notice. Police
officers and any official inspectors while on official business must
be allowed to enter any massage establishment free of charge for
the purpose of inspection."
SECTION 8: ESMC § 4 -10 -21 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -21: DISPLAY OF PERMIT:
Every person holding a permit issued pursuant to this Chapter must
keep the same posted in a conspicuous place upon the licensed
premises in open and clear view. Massage establishments that are
sole proprietorships, where the sole proprietor is MTO- certified, and
massage establishments that employ or use only MTO- certified
persons, must file with the city copies of the current MTO
certifications for each person providing massage services at the
business."
SECTION 9: ESMC § 4 -10 -24 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -24: MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT; OPERATION:
Unless otherwise specified, every massage establishment must be
maintained and operated in conformance with the requirements of
this Code and Business and Professions Code, Division 2, Chapter
10.5."
SECTION 10: ESMC § 4 -10 -26 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -26: MASSAGE TECHNICIAN; EMPLOYMENT:
A permittee or person required by this Chapter to obtain a permit
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cannot hire or employ a massage technician unless such massage
technician possesses a valid, subsisting permit required by this
Chapter or a valid MTO certification."
SECTION 11: ESMC § 4 -10 -30 is amended to read as follows:
"4- 10 -30: FACILITIES; MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A permit cannot be issued pursuant to this Chapter unless an
inspection reveals that the massage establishment has each of the
following minimum requirements and a certificate of occupancy was
issued by the Planning and Building Safety Director. The
requirements of this section do not apply to (1) a massage
establishment that is a sole proprietorship where the sole proprietor
is certified by the MTO; or (2) a massage establishment that
employs or uses only individuals certified by the MTO.
A. Lighting And Ventilation: Minimum lighting must be provided in
accordance with the California building code, as adopted by this
Code, and, in addition, at least one artificial light of not less than
nine hundred (900) lumens must be provided in each enclosed
room or booth where massage services are being performed on a
patron. Minimum ventilation must be provided in accordance with
the California building code, as adopted by this Code.
B. Washbasins: A minimum of one separate washbasin must be
provided for the use of the employees of the massage
establishment, which basin must provide soap or detergent and hot
and cold running water at all times and be located within or as close
as practicable to the area devoted to the performance of massage
services. In addition, each washbasin must have sanitary towels
placed in permanently installed dispensers.
C. Bathing, Dressing, Toilet Facilities: Adequate bathing, dressing,
locker, and toilet facilities must be provided for patrons. A minimum
of one tub or shower, one dressing room containing a separate
locker for each patron to be served, which locker must be capable
of being locked, as well as a minimum of one toilet and one
washbasin, must be provided. If male and female patrons are to be
served simultaneously at the massage establishment, separate
bathing, a separate massage room or rooms, separate dressing
and separate toilet facilities must be provided for male and female
patrons."
SECTION 12: This ordinance is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.,
4 s..1.)
"CEQA ") and CEQA regulations (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et
seq.) because it establishes rules and procedures to permit operation of existing
facilities; minor temporary use of land; ensure maintenance, restoration and
protection of the environment; and regulate normal operations of facilities for
public gatherings. This Ordinance, therefore, is categorically exempt from further
CEQA review under Cal. Code Regs. Title 14, §§ 15301, 15304(e), 15308, and
15323.
SECTION 13: If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such
invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or
applications and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 14: Repeal or amendment of any provision of the El Segundo
Municipal Code does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before,
or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring
before this Ordinance's effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full
force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before
the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 15: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and
adoption of this Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's
book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the
records of this meeting; and, within fifteen (15) days after the passage and
adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with
California law.
SECTION 16: This Ordinance will become effective on the thirty -first (31st)
day following its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2009.
Kelly McDowell, Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO )
I, Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby
certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five;
that the foregoing Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City
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Council at a regular meeting held on the day of ,
2009, and was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of
said Council held on the day of 2009, and the
same was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Cindy Mortesen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
as
Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding the design and location of a City of El Segundo
monument sign provided by the Boeing Corporation at the intersection of Imperial Highway and
Sepulveda Boulevard. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Approve the proposed City of El Segundo monument sign design and location at the
intersection of Imperial Highway and Sepulveda Boulevard, and/or;
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other actions related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Site plan of proposed City of El Segundo sign and related improvements.
2. Elevation and rendering of proposed sign.
3. Information sheet on linear fluorescent lighting.
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A n
ORIGINATED BY: Kimberly Christensen, AICP, Planning Manager
REVIEWED BY: Greg Carpenter, Director of _Panning and Building Safety
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On September 1, 2010 the City Council approved the Boeing Selby Block project. This project
included a General Plan Amendment, Zone Text Amendment and the remodeling and expansion
of the Boeing Satellite Systems facilities at 900 North Sepulveda Boulevard. Condition 16 of the
Selby Block project approval requires the Boeing Corporation to install a City of El Segundo
monument sign at the Imperial Highway and Sepulveda Boulevard corner of Boeing's property.
The condition stipulates that the Director of Planning and Building Safety review and approve
the sign. The Director has required that the sign match the existing El Segundo monument sign
located at the southern end of Sepulveda Boulevard at Rosecrans Avenue on the Plaza El
Segundo property. The Director is forwarding the submitted sign design to the City Council for
review and comment (see Exhibits 1 and 2).
The proposed design includes three signs mounted on three walls that are faced with Travertine
marble with a concrete cap. The sign lettering consists of individual bronze channel letters flush
mounted to the walls. The Director will have discretion during the building permit process to
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ensure that the quality and appearance of the travertine material and bronze channel letters is
equivalent to that of the existing sign at the Plaza El Segundo site. The design includes a center
wall that is flanked by two wing walls. The center wall is 5' -9" at its tallest point. The two wing
walls are different heights because the location for the proposed sign slopes down toward
Imperial and upward on the Sepulveda side. The tops of the proposed wing walls will be at the
same level. The wing wall facing Imperial has a maximum height of Y -9" and the wing wall on
Sepulveda is 1' -8" at its lowest point. The center wall is 26' -6" in length and the wing walls are
23 -feet in length. The proposed signs will have the City name on the center wall and the
adjacent street names on the two wing walls with the lettering style designed to match the signs
at Plaza El Segundo. The text on the middle wall will spell out "CITY OF EL SEGUNDO ",
using an enlarged 19 inch tall "S ". The "CITY OF" lettering will be 6 inches in height and the
"EL SEGUNDO" lettering will be 11 inches in height. The north wing wall will read
"IMPERIAL HIGHWAY" in 6.5 inch letters. The west wing wall will read "SEPULVEDA
BOULEVARD" in 6.5 inch letters. The font and lettering dimensions will also match the
existing sign at Plaza El Segundo. The total sign area for the three signs is less than 30 square
feet.
The sign would be lit by ground level linear fluorescent luminaries. The specifications of the
lighting fixtures are attached (see Exhibit 3). These fixtures were chosen for their energy
efficiency and high performance. A building permit will be required for the walls and signs. An
electrical permit will be required for the lighting. The landscaping identified on the attached site
plan has been previously approved with the permits for the Selby Block project. This
landscaping includes three existing Wilson Holly trees located behind the sign. The applicant
will fund, construct and maintain the signs, walls, and lighting once it is approved.
The sign meets the applicable standards of the El Segundo Municipal Code (ESMC). ESMC
§15- 18 -8(D) permits monument or ground signs up to six feet in height with 150 square feet of
sign area. The sign and walls meet the sign setback requirement of §15- 18 -8(J) as the sign is
setback at least 5 feet away from the property line. The sign also complies with ESMC § 15 -2 -6
in that the sign meets the 15 -foot corner visibility triangle requirement.
The signs are expected to be constructed within the next few months and before the issuance of
the final Certificate of Occupancy for the Boeing Selby Block project.
CONCLUSION
The Planning and Building Safety Director recommends City Council concurrence with the
approval of the proposed sign and wall design, colors, and materials, and the proposed lighting
on the southeast corner of Imperial Highway and Sepulveda Boulevard.
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the high performance of the T5 & T5 HO lamp to the outdoors. With
the 4750 Series patent pending Polar Pack"m cold weather option,
full light output is now a reality to 0' F (- 18 °C). The T5 & T5 HO lamp
performance, the high output symmetrical and asymmetrical
distributions, and the simple lines make the 4750 Series fixture ideal
forspreading soft, even illumination along walls, signs, and planters.
The 4750 Series Linear Fluorescent T5 offers single and multiple lamp
configurations. Five unique lighting distributions with a variety of
lamp wattages and sizes.
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MATERIAL: Extruded 6063 -T4 aluminum with die castA360 alumi-
num end caps. All fasteners are stainless steel.
LAMP: Fluorescent, single or multiple T5 & T5 HO to 54 Watt per
lamp(maximum), Camp included unless LAP is specified.
SOCKET: G5 Miniature Bi -Pin.
VOLTAGE: Multi -Volt (120V— 277V 50/60 Hz) / 347.
DISTRIBUTIONS: WWD - Wall Wash
NFL - Narrow Flood
MFL - Medium Flood
VFL - Vertical Flood
WFL - Wide Flood
LENS: Curved high strength optical grade clear acrylic
MOUNTING: (KM) Knuckle Mounted with two (2) 1/2" NPT side
mounting arms.
ACCESSORIES: External glare control available.
OPTIONS: Tamper -proof hardware and Polar PackM cold
weather options available.
BALLAST: Integral Electronic multi -volt, 0 °F( -18 °C) minimum
starting temperature. Optional. -20 °F ( -29 °C) minimum starting tem-
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FINISH: See ordering guide for color options.
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Any dimension on this sheet is to be assumed as a reference dimension: "Used for
information purposes only. It does not govern manufacturing or inspection
requirements." (ANSI Y14.5 -1973)
APPROVALS
20660 Nordhoff St., Suite B
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Phone: 866.533.9901
Fax:866.533.5291
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4750 KM ORDERING INFORMATION
60 Hz Application
Example shown is Hydrel recommended for faster service. *Indicates required selection.
PART NO.
EXAMPLE:
4754 54T5HO
Model*
❑ 4752
❑ 4753
❑ 4754
❑ 4756
❑ 4758
MVOLT MF
Voltage*
❑ MVOLT2
❑ 120"
❑ 27712
❑ 347"
L KM WMSA EA24
Mounting*
❑ KM Knuckle
Mount
Distribution* I
❑ WWD Wall Wash
❑ VFL Vertical Flood
❑ NFL Narrow Flood
❑ MFL Medium Flood
❑ WFL3 Wide Flood
Lamp Type*
4252
Miniature Bi -pin
4756
❑
14T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
•
2/14T5'
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
•
24T5HO
T5 High Output
❑ 4/39T5H0'
Four (4) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/24T5HO'
Two (2) T5 HO
❑ EA45_16
• 2/28T5
Miniature Bi -Pin
4753
Four (4) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/54T5HO
•
21T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
•
2/21T5'
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
•
39T51110
T5, High Output
Miniature Bi -pin
❑ 2/39T5110'
Two (2) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -pin
4754
❑ 2875 T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ 2/2875' Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ 54T5HO T5, High Output
Miniature Bi -pin
❑ 2154T5HO1 Two (2) T5, High Output,
FSS
Accessories
External
• FSSS Flush Source
Shield
• FVSRS Full Visor
❑HVSRO Half Visor
Internal
❑ IDF Internal
Diffusion
Film
Mounting Options'
• ARJB Arch. J -Box
• JBA Aluminum J -Box
• JBB Bronze J -Box
• WMSA Wall Mount with Splice Access
❑ WMP Wall Mount Plate
❑ EWM_ Ext. Wall Mount
❑ PSSA Pedestal Stanchion Mount
❑ SMSA_ 12" - 48" Stanchion Mt,
Options
❑ TPH Tamper Proof
Hardware
0PLPKX15 Polar PackM
Cold Weather
Option
120 V
❑PLPKZ15 Polar PackTM'
Cold Weather
Option
208 -277 V
❑PLPKY14.15Polar PackM
Cold Weather
Option
347 V
❑CW20e,10 Cold Weather
Ballast, -20 °F
(-29 °C) starting
temp. (PLPK_
required for
lamp to work
optimally with
CW20.)
❑ ELN5,73 Emergency
Battery
Backup
half output
Miniature Bi -pin
4756
12" or 18" Stake Mounted
❑ 2/21T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ 4/21 T5'
Four (4) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ 2/39T5HO
Two (2) T5, High Output
• PSS_
Miniature Bi -pin
❑ 4/39T5H0'
Four (4) T5, High Output,
WMPMMSA Accessories'
Miniature Bi -pin
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❑ EA45_16
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Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 4/28T5'
Four (4) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/54T5HO
Two (2) T5, High Output,
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
Miniature Bi -pin
FSS
Accessories
External
• FSSS Flush Source
Shield
• FVSRS Full Visor
❑HVSRO Half Visor
Internal
❑ IDF Internal
Diffusion
Film
Mounting Options'
• ARJB Arch. J -Box
• JBA Aluminum J -Box
• JBB Bronze J -Box
• WMSA Wall Mount with Splice Access
❑ WMP Wall Mount Plate
❑ EWM_ Ext. Wall Mount
❑ PSSA Pedestal Stanchion Mount
❑ SMSA_ 12" - 48" Stanchion Mt,
Options
❑ TPH Tamper Proof
Hardware
0PLPKX15 Polar PackM
Cold Weather
Option
120 V
❑PLPKZ15 Polar PackTM'
Cold Weather
Option
208 -277 V
❑PLPKY14.15Polar PackM
Cold Weather
Option
347 V
❑CW20e,10 Cold Weather
Ballast, -20 °F
(-29 °C) starting
temp. (PLPK_
required for
lamp to work
optimally with
CW20.)
❑ ELN5,73 Emergency
Battery
Backup
half output
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DNAT
Finish*
❑ BL Black
❑ BZ Bronze
• DDB Dark
Bronze
• DNA Natural
Alum.
• GN Green
• GR Gray
• SND Sand
• STG Steel
Gray
• TVG Terra
Verde
Green
• WH White
• CF Custom
Finish
• LPI 3000K Lamp Included
• LP35K 3500K Lamp Included
• LP41K 4100K Lamp Included
❑ 4/54T5HO' Four (4) T5, High Output, ' Only available with 4754 or 4758 and only WWD and WFL
Miniature Bi -pin distributions.
Notes: 10 Only available with 54T5HO lamps.
' Available with WFL Distribution only. 12 Only available with ELN.
2 MVOLT Multi -Volt ballast range: 120V -277V, 50/60 Hz. "Must choose 120 or 277 volts, MVOLT and 347 NOT available.
3 WFL Distribution only available with multiple lamp options as specified with note 1. 14 Not available with ELN or MVOLT.
' EA Extended Arm Accessory available for WMP and WMSA mounting only. 'S The 4750 luminaire utilizes an additional intermittent 19 Watts per
5 Only available with NFL and MFL distributions (standard on WWD). unit at 347 volts for temperatures below 40 °F (4 °C) when using
5 Accessory is mutually exclusive, choose one only. PolarPackTm Technology.
I If selected, two per fixture will be provided. 'S 36" length not suitable with the 4758.
2 Only available with WWD and WFL distributions. "347 only available with 54T5HO lamps.
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Revised 3/24/10
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20660 Nordhoff St., Suite B
Chatsworth, CA 91311
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Fax:866.533.5291
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12" or 18" Stake Mounted
J -Box, Bronze
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18 ", 24" or 36" Polymer
Sealed Ground Spike
WMPMMSA Accessories'
❑ EA-11
Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
❑ EA45_16
45 °Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EA90_11
90 °Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EAS_
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EAS45_
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EAS90_
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 1Z', 24 ", 36"
IP65 Q Q
LPI
DNAT
Finish*
❑ BL Black
❑ BZ Bronze
• DDB Dark
Bronze
• DNA Natural
Alum.
• GN Green
• GR Gray
• SND Sand
• STG Steel
Gray
• TVG Terra
Verde
Green
• WH White
• CF Custom
Finish
• LPI 3000K Lamp Included
• LP35K 3500K Lamp Included
• LP41K 4100K Lamp Included
❑ 4/54T5HO' Four (4) T5, High Output, ' Only available with 4754 or 4758 and only WWD and WFL
Miniature Bi -pin distributions.
Notes: 10 Only available with 54T5HO lamps.
' Available with WFL Distribution only. 12 Only available with ELN.
2 MVOLT Multi -Volt ballast range: 120V -277V, 50/60 Hz. "Must choose 120 or 277 volts, MVOLT and 347 NOT available.
3 WFL Distribution only available with multiple lamp options as specified with note 1. 14 Not available with ELN or MVOLT.
' EA Extended Arm Accessory available for WMP and WMSA mounting only. 'S The 4750 luminaire utilizes an additional intermittent 19 Watts per
5 Only available with NFL and MFL distributions (standard on WWD). unit at 347 volts for temperatures below 40 °F (4 °C) when using
5 Accessory is mutually exclusive, choose one only. PolarPackTm Technology.
I If selected, two per fixture will be provided. 'S 36" length not suitable with the 4758.
2 Only available with WWD and WFL distributions. "347 only available with 54T5HO lamps.
0201 o Acuity Brands lighting, Inc.
Revised 3/24/10
4750-KM
20660 Nordhoff St., Suite B
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Phone: 866.533.9901
Fax:866.533.5291
www.hydrel.com
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4750 KM ORDERING INFORMATION
50 Hz Application
Example shown is Hydrel recommended for faster service. *Indicates required selection.
PART NO.
EXAMPLE:
Arch.J -Box
4750
54T5HO MVOLT
Model*
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
Voltage*
❑ 4752
• WMP
❑ MVOLT'
❑ 4753
Two (2) T5 HO
• PSSA
❑ 4754
4753
12' - 48" Stanchion Mt, available in 6" increments
❑ 4756
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/21 T5'
❑ 4758
• 39T5HO
T5, High Output
MFL
KM WI
Mounting*
❑ KM Knuckle
Mount
I Distribution*
❑ WWD Wall Wash
❑ VFL Vertical Flood
• NFL Narrow Flood
• MFL Medium Flood
• WFL' Wide Flood
44M
Arch.J -Box
• 14T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/14T5'
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 24T5HO
T5 High Output
• WMP
Miniature Bi -Pin
• Z/24T5HO'
Two (2) T5 HO
• PSSA
Miniature Bi -Pin
4753
12' - 48" Stanchion Mt, available in 6" increments
• 21T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 2/21 T5'
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 39T5HO
T5, High Output
WMP/WMSA
Miniature Bi -pin
• 2/39T5HO'
Two (2) T5, High Output,
• EA45_11
Miniature Bi -pin
4754
90 °Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• 28T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• Z128T5'
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 54T5HO
T5, High Output
Miniature Bi -pin
• 2/54T5HO'
Two (2) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -pin
4756
❑ 21 T5
T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ 4/21T5'
Four (4) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
❑ Z/39T5HO
Two (2) T5, High Output
Miniature Bi -pin
❑ 4/39T5HO'
Four (4) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -pin
4M
• Z128T5
Two (2) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• 4/28T5'
Four (4) T5 Miniature Bi -Pin
• Z/54T5HO
Two (2) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -pin
• 4/54T5HO'
Four (4) T5, High Output,
Miniature Bi -pin
A24 FSS _
Accessories
External
• FSS° Flush Source
Shield
• FVSR° Full Visor
❑HVSR° Half Visor
Internal
❑ [OF Internal
Diffusion
Film
LPI
Lamp*
❑ LPI3000K
Lamp Included
❑L11335K 3500K
Lamp Included
❑LP41K 4100K
Lamp Included
❑ TPH Tamper Proof
Hardware
❑PLPKZ° Polar PackTM
Cold Weather
Start Option
208 -277 V
0 CW201.1 Cold Weather Ballast, -
20 °F ( -29`C) starting
temp. (PLPK_ required
for lamp to work
optimally with CW20.)
Mounting Options
❑ ARJB
Arch.J -Box
• JBA
Aluminum J -Box
• JBB
Bronze J -Box
• WMSA
Wall Mount with Splice Access
• WMP
Wall Mount Plate
• EWM_
Ext. Wall Mount
• PSSA
Pedestal Stanchion Mount
• SMSA_
12' - 48" Stanchion Mt, available in 6" increments
• SBA_
12" or 18" Stake Mounted J -Box, Aluminum
❑ SBB_
12" or 18" Stake Mounted J -Box, Bronze
❑ PSS_
18 ", 24" or 36" Polymer Sealed Ground Spike
WMP/WMSA
Accessories'
❑ EA_11
Extended Arm Specify length 12', 24 ", 36"
• EA45_11
45 °Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EA90_11
90 °Extended Arm Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EAS—
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
• EAS45—
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12', 24 ", 36"
• EAS90_
Extended Arm Strut, Specify length 12 ", 24 ", 36"
IP65 Q Q
DNAT IEC
Listing
❑ IEC International
Electro-
technical
Commission
❑ BL Black
❑ BZ Bronze
• DDB Dark
Bronze
• DNA Natural
Alum.
• GN Green
• GR Gray
• SND Sand
• STG Steel
Gray
• TVG Terra
Verde
Green
• WH White
❑ CF Custom
Finish
Notes:
' Available with WFL Distribution only. ' Only available with WWD and WFL distributions.
' MVOLT Multi -Volt ballast range: 12OV -277V, 50/60 Hz. ° Only available with 54T5HO lamps.
' WFL Distribution only available with multiple lamp options as specified with note 1. ° The 4750 luminaire utilizes an additional intermittent 19 Watts per unit
' EA Extended Arm Accessory available for WMP and WMSA mounting only. at 347 volts for temperatures below 40 °F (4 °C) when using PolarPackTM
e Only available with NFL and MFL distributions (standard on WWD). Technology.
6 Accessory is mutually exclusive choose one only. 10 36" Ienoth not suitable with the 4758
®2010 Acuity Brands lighting, Inc. 20660 Nordhoff St., Suite B
Revised 3/24/10 Chatsworth, CA 91311
4750 KM Phone: 866.533.9901
Fax:866.533.5291
www.hydrel.com
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to approve a contract amendment to the employment
agreement with Robert Hyland for the position of Director of Human Resources,
effective July 1, 2010. (Fiscal Impact: $73,500)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an extension to the contract employment
agreement, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney;
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $73,500
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Bill Crowe, Assistant City Manager
REVIEWED BY:
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Robert Hyland retired from City service effective December 31, 2009. He was retained by the
City on a contract basis for a period of six months in his current capacity as Director of Human
Resources. The agreement provided that Mr. Hyland would continue to serve in his capacity of
Director of Human Services and that he would be compensated for a total number of hours not to
exceed 960 during the contract which expires June 30, 2010. Compensation has been at
$76.56/hour rate.
The City Manager believes that it is in the best interests of the City and the Human Resources
Department to extend the employment agreement with Director Hyland for an additional six
month period. During the contract extension period, the City will continue to benefit from
Director Hyland's 36 years of management and human resources expertise to direct the
implementation of the Department's succession plan, support department managers with
restructuring /rightsizing to better address current economic realities, participate in upcoming
contract negotiations with the City's bargaining units and potentially, to assist in the transition of
fire services to Los Angeles County. Director Hyland has served the City ably for the past 21
years and it is expected that the City will benefit from this recommended contract extension. The
City Manager retains the right to terminate the agreement at any time with or without cause.
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA STATEMENT
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA HEADING: New Business
Consideration and possible action to establish an annual Tobacco Retail License Fee.
Fiscal Impact: None
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Provide direction to staff regarding adopting a tobacco retail license fee;
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: None
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Danny Kim, Lieutenant �k
REVIEWED BY: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Pol'
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manag
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
In 2003, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1358, which added §§ 5 -6B -1, et seq. to the El
Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") requiring tobacco retailers to obtain a license. When the
City Council adopted this Ordinance, it did not adopt a license fee.
Recently, an independent organization called the Asian American Drug Abuse Program
( "AADAP ") asked the City to consider adopting a license fee that would allow the City to
recover enforcement and education costs. AADAP, a Los Angeles County Department of Public
Health Survey and ESPD inquiries show that there are several cities that charge this type of fee
including the following:
Citv
Annual Fee
Los Angeles
$300
Lawndale
$150
Pasadena
$135
Lancaster
$260
Carson
$600
Burbank
$335
Lomita
$150
Compton
$500
Inglewood
$350
Long Beach
$442
Hawthorne
$375
Culver City
$235
Gardena
$167 initial, $120 renewal
Cities such as Lancaster, Carson, Burbank, Compton, Inglewood, Gardena and Lawndale utilize
the fees to conduct enforcement and inspection details related to the Tobacco Retail License
program.
AADAP asked the City of El Segundo to adopt an annual Tobacco Retail License Fee. The
revenue from which would be used for enforcement, inspection and educational operations.
The City Attorney advises that there is a risk in adopting a fee that seeks to recover law
enforcement costs. Generally, the government cannot recover costs associated with law
enforcement.' Such recovery is permissible only with specific statutory or regulatory authority.2
Business and Professions Code § 22960(c), which allows the City to enact its own tobacco
regulations, does not state that the City may recover enforcement costs. If the City Council
wishes to adopt the type of fee advocated by AADAP, it is recommended that the City adopt an
ordinance which allows recovery of enforcement and education costs through a tobacco retailer
license fee.
One possible use of the fee would be to pay for two annual undercover enforcement details
conducted by the El Segundo Police Department to verify license provisions are not being
violated as well as provide educational materials to retailers. One undercover detail should
consist of at least three officers and one supervisor operating on an overtime basis for
approximately four hours per deployment.
There are currently 18 retailers that have a Tobacco Retail License in El Segundo. A survey
conducted by officers revealed 7 additional stores selling tobacco that do not have a Tobacco
Retail License. In 2008 and 2009, El Segundo Police Officers cited a combined total of 90
minors for possession of tobacco related products.
'County of San Luis Obispo v. The Abalone Alliance (1986) 178 Cal.App.3d 848, 859 [quoting Department of
Mental Hygiene v. Hawley (1963) 59 Cal.M 247, 251].
2 Id.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: June 15, 2010
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: City Clerk
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding Council consensus to cancel the July 6, 2010
City Council Meeting. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Approve cancellation of the July 6, 2010 City Council Meeting;
(2) Alternatively discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: $
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Cindy Mortesen
REVIEWED BY:
APPROVED BY: Jack Wayt, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
In the past, the City Council has cancelled the first meeting in July due to conflicts in schedules.
It is therefore requested that Council approve the cancellation of the July 6, 2010 regularly
scheduled meeting.
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