Joint Regular Artesia City Council and
Special Artesia Housing Authority Meeting
City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, CA 90701
You may view this meeting live over the internet at
https://ca-artesia2.civicplus.com/241/City-Council-Meetings-Video Monday, January 12, 2026
7:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.A. Call to Order
2. ROLL CALL
2.A. Roll Call
3. INVOCATION
3.A. Invocation
— Bishop Robert Magalogo, Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.A. Pledge of Allegiance
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
This is the portion of the meeting set aside to invite public comments regarding any matter within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. Public comments may also be submitted by email at [email protected] before 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Public comments are limited to no more than three minutes each. If comments relate to a specific agenda item, those comments will be taken following the staff report for that item and prior to the City Council vote. Under the provisions of the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from taking action on items that are not listed on the agenda, but may refer the matter to staff or to a subsequent meeting. Those wishing to speak are asked to add your information at the digital public kiosk located at the entrance of the Council Chamber.
5.A. Public Comments
6. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
6.A. Councilmember Comments
7. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
7.A. Staff Introduction
8. BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS
8.A. 2025 Community Benefit Grantee Presentations
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
9.A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only — Recommendation: Waive Reading, by Title Only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions Which Appear on the Public Agenda Shall Be Determined to Have Been Read by Title and Further Reading Waived.
9.B. Accounts Payable Check Register - December 2025
— Recommendation: Receive and File.
9.C. City Financial Report - November 2025
— Recommendation: Receive and File.
9.D. AB 1234 Reporting
— Recommendation: Receive and File.
9.E. City Council Meeting Minutes
— Recommendation: Approve Minutes as Presented for November 10, 2025 - Special Meeting, November 10, 2025 - Regular Meeting, and November 19, 2025 - Special Meeting.
9.F. Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
— Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 25-978, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Amending Chapter 2 of Title 9, Article 45 Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units; And
— Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code § 21080.17.
9.G. Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Making Minor Corrections and Cleanup Amendments to Various Sections of the Artesia Municipal Code
— Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 25-976, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Amending Various Sections of Title 1, Title 3, Title 5, and Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code, to Make Minor Refinements, Corrections, and Clean-up Amendments; and Adding Article 10 to Chapter 4 of Title 4 Regulating Temporary Street Closures; And
— Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guideline Sections 15378(b)(5) and 15061(b)(3).
9.H. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Investment of Funds in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) — Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 26-3073, Authorizing Investment of Monies in Local Agency Investment Fund and Repealing Resolution No. 1803.
9.I. Consideration of Award of a Construction Contract for the EV Charging Facility Expansion Project — Recommendation: Award a Construction Contract to Koba Construction in the Amount of $449,000 for the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Project, Authorize the City Manager To Execute the Contract on Behalf of the City Council and Approve Non-Substantive Revisions That Do Not Change the Total Contract Price; And — Make a Determination of Exemption Under CEQA Pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
9.J. Resolution Declaring Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 and Adopting Map of Proposed Area to Annex
— Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 25-3072, a Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Declaring Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) and Adopting a Map of the Area Proposed To Be Annexed Thereto (Annexation No. 4); — Making a Determination of Exemption Under CEQA Guideline Sections 15378 and 15060(c)(3); And — Direct Staff To Hold the Public Hearing for March 9, 2026.
9.K. Community Benefit Grant Awards for Calendar Year 2026 — Recommendation: Approve Grant Funding Through the Community Benefit Grant Program for the Following Organizations, Contingent Upon the Execution of a Community Benefit Grant Agreement: Artesia Christian Home ($27,000); Artesia Historical Society ($40,000); Artesia-Cerritos Lions Club ($19,800); Friends of Artesia Library ($16,800); Miss Artesia Pageant ($26,000); Rotary Club ($21,400); Saahas for Cause ($20,700); South Asian Network ($21,700); And the Artesia Chamber of Commerce ($30,000).
9.L. Introduction of an Ordinance to Adopt Updated Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential Codes, and Green Building Standards — Recommendation: Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 26-979, Adopting by Reference Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Building Code; Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Electrical Code; Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Plumbing Code; Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Mechanical Code; Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Residential Code; Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code; Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Existing Building Code; With Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees and Penalties; And Amending the Artesia Municipal Code;
— Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); And — Direct Staff To Notice and Hold a Public Hearing on the Proposed Adoption of Ordinance No. 26-979 at the City Council’s Regularly Scheduled February Meeting.
9.M. Second Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with BOA Architecture Inc. — Recommendation: Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement With Boa Architecture Inc. To Expand the Scope of Work, and Increase the Contract Amount by $11,000 for a Revised Not-To-Exceed Total of $118,800, and Authorize the City Manager To Execute the Amendment.
9.N. Fiscal Year 2024-25 Development Impact Fee Report
— Recommendation: Receive and file.
9.O. Mayor’s 2026 Appointments to Internal and External Committees — Recommendation: Receive and File Appointments;
— Adopt Resolution No. 26-3074, Designating Mayor Pro Tem Ramoso as an Alternate Member of the Board of Directors of County Sanitation District Nos. 2, 18, and 19 of Los Angeles County for the Artesia City Council; And
— Direct Staff to Update FPPC Form 806.
9.P. Removal and Appointment of Parks and Recreation Commissioner — Recommended Action: Receive and file.
10. PUBLIC HEARING - NONE
11. DISCUSSION
11.A. Interagency Loan for $666,300 Between the City of Artesia and the Artesia Housing Authority for the Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of 11820 168th Street by the Artesia Housing Authority Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for the Housing Authority of City of Artesia — City Council Recommendation:
— Approve and Authorize the City Manager To Execute on Council’s Behalf:
— A Loan Agreement in Which the City of Artesia Loans the City of Artesia Housing Authority $666,300 From Its General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance, Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Loan Agreement; And
— Finding That the Action is Exempt From CEQA Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378. — Commission of the Housing Authority Recommendation:
— Approve and Authorize the Executive Director of the Housing Authority To Execute on the Commission’s Behalf:
— A Loan Agreement;
— A Purchase and Sale Agreement for Real Property Located at 11820 168th Street (APN 7011-004-076) in the City of Artesia for a Total Purchase Price of $630,000, Plus Relocation Costs Not To Exceed $29,800, and $6,500 in Closing Costs; And
— Find That the Action Is Exempt From CEQA Pursuant To State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378.
12. CITY MANAGER INFORMATIONAL REPORTING
12.A. City Manager Informational Reporting
13. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
13.A. Councilmember Comments
14. ADJOURNMENT
14.A. Adjournment
Date Posted: January 8, 2026
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9A.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council waive reading, by title only, of all ordinances and resolutions. Said ordinances and resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
BACKGROUND:
California Government Code 36934 allows the legislative body to waive the requirement to read ordinances and titles by the action.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9B.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Accounts Payable Check Register - December 2025 FROM: Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND:
The attached demands summary (accounts payable checks) is a list of all checks issued by the City of Artesia from December 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
Prior to printing each check, payment requests are approved by the department manager, Finance Manager, and City Manager. Once payment requests have been approved, a batch for disbursement is processed by the Senior Accountant, and approved by the Finance Manager. Each check is then signed by the City Manager and Mayor.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
Attachments
December 2025 Demand Check Register.pdf
Transaction Type Post Date Due
Date
Transaction
Amount
Payment # Amount Paid
3004289 Invoice 12/29/2025 $104.17 87386 $104.17
12/29/2025
$104.17 $104.17
707877211 Invoice 12/19/2025 $1,452.00 41311 $1,452.00
12/19/2025
707475956 Invoice 12/12/2025 $827.00 41311 $827.00
12/12/2025
$2,279.00 $2,279.00
11282025 Invoice 12/03/2025 $737.20 87271 $737.20
12/03/2025
12122025 Invoice 12/16/2025 $745.01 87330 $745.01
12/16/2025
12262025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $768.36 87387 $768.36
12/29/2025
$2,250.57 $2,250.57
11282025 Invoice 12/03/2025 $8.34 87272 $8.34
12/03/2025
12262025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $8.34 87388 $8.34
12/29/2025
$16.68 $16.68
1440 -84929 Invoice 12/09/2025 $65.00 87298 $65.00
12/09/2025
1440-85372 Invoice 12/09/2025 $100.00 87298 $100.00
12/09/2025
1440-91309 Invoice 12/09/2025 $132.00 87298 $132.00
12/09/2025
$297.00 $297.00
98217838 Invoice 12/01/2025 $150.00 87364 $150.00
12/22/2025
$150.00 $150.00
105435 Invoice 12/16/2025 $6,860.00 87331 $6,860.00
12/16/2025
$6,860.00 $6,860.00
IR-5771 Invoice 12/22/2025 $300.00 87365 $300.00
12/22/2025
$300.00 $300.00
202510 Invoice 12/29/2025 $220.00 87389 $220.00
12/29/2025
$220.00 $220.00
27344025104X12042025 Invoice 12/15/2025 $594.52 41303 $594.52 12/15/2025
287252847559X1213202 Invoice 12/26/2025 $223.24 41312 $223.24 12/26/2025
Time Clock Lease - 007-
Totals for ADP COMMERCIAL LEASING LLC:
ADP, Inc.
12/19/2025 12/30/2025
City of Artesia
December 2025 Check Register
Date Transaction # Description Payment Date
ADP COMMERCIAL LEASING LLC
12/16/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for AFSCME PEOPLE:
Processing Charges for
period ending 12/05/2025
12/12/2025 12/30/2025
Processing Charges for pay
period ending 12/05/2025
Totals for ADP, Inc.:
AFSCME DISTRICT COUNCIL 36
11/28/2025 12/03/2025
Union Dues, Payroll
12/16/2025 12/16/2025
Union Dues, Payroll
12/26/2025 12/29/2025
Union Dues, Payroll
Totals for AFSCME DISTRICT COUNCIL 36:
AFSCME PEOPLE
11/28/2025 12/03/2025
Payroll 11.14.2025 and
12/26/2025 12/29/2025
Payroll 12.12.2025 and
11/23- 12/6/25 Crossing
Totals for ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES:
AKESO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
11/07/2025 12/09/2025
Pre-Employment Physical -
11/07/2025 12/09/2025
Pre-Employment Physical -
11/05/2025 12/09/2025
Pre Employment Physical -
Totals for AKESO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH:
ALEJANDRA TAMAYO
12/01/2025 12/22/2025
Not selected to be vendor
Totals for ALEJANDRA TAMAYO:
ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
12/10/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 License Plate Readers
12/26/2025 12/30/2025
25/12 Parking Handheld
ARTESIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
11/12/2025 12/22/2025
Chamber of Commerce
Totals for ARTESIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
ARTESIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Artesia Book Restock QNTY
Totals for ARTESIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY:
AT&T
12/15/2025 12/16/2025
$817.76 $817.76
25-1205-03 Invoice 12/03/2025 $6,329.28 87273 $6,329.28 12/03/2025
$6,329.28 $6,329.28
1048418 Invoice 12/09/2025 $50.40 87299 $50.40
25/11 Utilities 12/09/2025
1048414 Invoice 12/09/2025 $75.60 87299 $75.60
25/11 Administration 12/09/2025
1048421 Invoice 12/09/2025 $140.00 87299 $140.00
25/11 Successor Agency 12/09/2025
1048416 Invoice 12/09/2025 $176.40 87299 $176.40
25/11 City Clerk 12/09/2025
1048422 Invoice 12/09/2025 $210.00 87299 $210.00
25/11 CFD General 12/09/2025
1048424 Invoice 12/09/2025 $630.00 87299 $630.00
25/11 Motel 6 12/09/2025
1048428 Invoice 12/09/2025 $784.35 87299 $784.35
12/09/2025
1048431 Invoice 12/09/2025 $824.00 87299 $824.00
25/11 Public Records Act 12/09/2025
10484321 Invoice 12/09/2025 $850.00 87299 $850.00
12/09/2025
1048425 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,015.00 87299 $1,015.00
25/11 HCD Notice 12/09/2025
1048427 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,255.80 87299 $1,255.80
25/11 Code Enforcement 12/09/2025
1048429 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,295.00 87299 $1,295.00
25/11 General Litigation 12/09/2025
1048430 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,440.45 87299 $1,440.45
12/09/2025
1048419 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,575.00 87299 $1,575.00
25/11 Finance 12/09/2025
1048420 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,960.00 87299 $1,960.00
25/11 Labor/Employment 12/09/2025
1048423 Invoice 12/09/2025 $2,205.00 87300 $2,205.00
12/09/2025
1048417 Invoice 12/09/2025 $3,679.20 87300 $3,679.20
25/11 Public Works 12/09/2025
1048413 Invoice 12/09/2025 $4,061.20 87300 $4,061.20
25/11 City Manager 12/09/2025
1048426 Invoice 12/09/2025 $4,305.00 87300 $4,305.00
12/09/2025
1048412 Invoice 12/09/2025 $4,762.80 87300 $4,762.80
25/11 City Council Project 12/09/2025
1048415 Invoice 12/09/2025 $10,760.40 87300 $10,760.40
25/11 Planning 12/09/2025
$42,055.60 $42,055.60
25-3178-2 Invoice 12/03/2025 $17,640.00 87274 $17,640.00 12/03/2025
$17,640.00 $17,640.00
228 Invoice 12/03/2025 $497.25 87275 $497.25
12/03/2025
227 Invoice 12/03/2025 $782.34 87275 $782.34
Trash Liners for Facilities 12/03/2025
$1,279.59 $1,279.59
98217031 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87301 $150.00
12/09/2025
$150.00 $150.00
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for AT&T:
ATHANS ICE HOUSE
11/24/2025 12/03/2025
Snow for Winter
Totals for ATHANS ICE HOUSE:
BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Shared Project Work
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Deposit - 17610
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP:
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Application Deposit -
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Special Projects -
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Economic
12/05/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for BROTHERS JANITORIAL SUPPLY COMPANY:
BUILDRITE CONSTRUCTION
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Vendor not selected for
Totals for BUILDRITE CONSTRUCTION:
BOA ARCHITECTURE
11/24/2025 12/03/2025
Teen Center Design Phase 3
Totals for BOA ARCHITECTURE:
BROTHERS JANITORIAL SUPPLY COMPANY
11/05/2025 12/03/2025
Janitorial Supplies for City
10/21/2025 12/03/2025
187034 Invoice 12/22/2025 $1,572.00 87366 $1,572.00
25/08 Parking Meter IT 12/22/2025
187925 Invoice 10/22/2025 $1,572.00 87366 $1,572.00
25/10 Parking Meter IT 12/22/2025
188451 Invoice 12/22/2025 $1,572.00 87366 $1,572.00
25/11 Parking Meter IT 12/22/2025
$4,716.00 $4,716.00
300006581 Invoice 12/29/2025 $500.00 87390 $500.00
CalED Renewal 2026 12/29/2025
$500.00 $500.00
A-012 Invoice 12/16/2025 $500.00 87332 $500.00
12/16/2025
$500.00 $500.00
11282025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $23,733.49 41296 $23,733.49 12/09/2025
12122025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $24,165.99 41313 $24,165.99 12/29/2025
4203484552-12/2025 Invoice 12/01/2025 $78,733.26 41313 $78,733.26 25/12 Health Premium 12/01/2025
$126,632.74 $126,632.74
INV36110-CBE Invoice 12/29/2025 $611.92 87391 $611.92
12/29/2025
$611.92 $611.92
5036880944 Invoice 12/09/2025 $659.69 87302 $659.69
12/09/2025
$659.69 $659.69
2024-08 13 Invoice 12/16/2025 $50,879.50 87333 $50,879.50 12/16/2025
$50,879.50 $50,879.50
12222025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $4,000.00 87392 $4,000.00
12/29/2025
$4,000.00 $4,000.00
4248764822 Invoice 12/16/2025 $304.89 87334 $304.89
12/16/2025
4250200429 Invoice 12/16/2025 $701.62 87334 $701.62
12/16/2025
$1,006.51 $1,006.51
ASIT001559 Invoice 12/15/2025 $5,401.00 87367 $5,401.00 12/22/2025
$5,401.00 $5,401.00
007001 Invoice 12/22/2025 $9,150.63 87368 $9,150.63
FY24/25 Shared Signal 12/22/2025
Cost
$9,150.63 $9,150.63
11252025 Invoice 12/03/2025 $150.00 87276 $150.00
12/03/2025
$150.00 $150.00
3507880-00-111525 Invoice 12/03/2025 $1,718.92 87277 $1,718.92 12/03/2025
CALE AMERICA INC.
12/01/2025 12/30/2025
Totals for CalPers:
08/27/2025 12/22/2025
11/28/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for CALE AMERICA INC.:
CALED
12/18/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for CALED:
CALIFORNIA CLERK ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, LLC
12/01/2025 12/16/2025
Transcription of minutes
Totals for CALIFORNIA CLERK ADMINISTRATION SERVICES, LLC:
CalPers
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Pers/Pepra Retirement
12/29/2025 12/30/2025
Pers/Pepra Retirement
Totals for CHEE SALETTE ARCHITECTURE OFFICE:
CHRISTINA NIETO-LINARES
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
CBE OFFICE SOLUTIONS
12/23/2025 12/29/2025
11/20-12/19/25 Overage
Totals for CBE OFFICE SOLUTIONS:
CELL BUSINESS EQUIPMENT
12/06/2025 12/09/2025
12/20-1/19/26 Sharp
Totals for CELL BUSINESS EQUIPMENT:
CHEE SALETTE ARCHITECTURE OFFICE
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/09 Design Services for
25/11 IT service and onsite
Totals for CITY OF BREA:
CITY OF CERRITOS
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
Student Loan
Totals for CHRISTINA NIETO-LINARES:
CINTAS CORP
11/04/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 AJ Park Janitorial
11/18/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 Artesia Park Janitorial
Totals for CINTAS CORP:
CITY OF BREA
12/15/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for CITY OF CERRITOS:
CITY OF DOWNEY
12/03/2025 12/03/2025
Annual Holiday Luncheon -
Totals for CITY OF DOWNEY:
CITY OF NORWALK
12/03/2025 12/03/2025
9/15-11/15/25 169th &
10/29/2025 12/22/2025
3507800-00-111525 Invoice 12/15/2025 $99.84 87369 $99.84 12/22/2025
3507800-00-122225 Invoice 12/22/2025 $10.00 87369 $10.00 12/22/2025
$1,828.76 $1,828.76
IR-5767 Invoice 12/09/2025 $6,928.45 87370 $6,928.45
12/22/2025
$6,928.45 $6,928.45
1134 Invoice 12/03/2025 $6,899.00 87278 $6,899.00
12/03/2025
$6,899.00 $6,899.00
98217118 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87303 $150.00
12/09/2025
$150.00 $150.00
706870231201102 Invoice 12/01/2025 $3,878.88 41319 $3,878.88 12/01/2025
$3,878.88 $3,878.88
99022102501 Invoice 12/03/2025 $12,573.52 87279 $12,573.52 12/03/2025
99022092501 Invoice 12/03/2025 $3,271.15 87279 $3,271.15 12/03/2025
$15,844.67 $15,844.67
70144-00001-120125 Invoice 12/03/2025 $281.36 87280 $281.36 12/03/2025
$281.36 $281.36
923 Invoice 12/09/2025 $400.00 87304 $400.00
12/09/2025
$400.00 $400.00
113831 Invoice 12/03/2025 $793.52 87281 $793.52
12/03/2025
$793.52 $793.52
480414A-120325 Invoice 12/16/2025 $7,287.25 41314 $7,287.25 12/16/2025
$7,287.25 $7,287.25
DEC2026 Invoice 12/22/2025 $240.64 87371 $240.64
26/01 Medical Premium 12/22/2025
$240.64 $240.64
167091086 Invoice 12/01/2025 $651.00 41297 $651.00
25/12 Vision Coverage 12/01/2025
$651.00 $651.00
251100 Invoice 12/29/2025 $10,184.33 87393 $10,184.33
12/29/2025
$10,184.33 $10,184.33
INV1507 Invoice 12/03/2025 $1,300.00 87282 $1,300.00
12/03/2025
IR-5744 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,200.00 87363 $1,200.00
Bus Trip for YAL on 12/23 12/16/2025
Totals for CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC:
CLOUD DRIVEN SOLUTIONS
12/01/2025 12/03/2025
12/15/2025 12/22/2025
9/15-11/15/25 11908 169th
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
9/15-11/15/25 11908 169th
Totals for CITY OF NORWALK:
CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC
12/09/2025 12/22/2025
Sidewalk and ADA
Compliant Improvements
11/18/2025 12/03/2025
Annual Service for Record
Totals for CLOUD DRIVEN SOLUTIONS:
CN TRAVEL
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Vendor not selected for
Totals for CN TRAVEL:
COLONIAL LIFE
12/01/2025 12/30/2025
25/12 Supplemental
Totals for COLONIAL LIFE:
COUNTY OF LA INTERNAL SERVICES DEPT
11/24/2025 12/03/2025
25/10 GIS Support and
Totals for Enterprise FM Trust:
25/09 GIS Support and
Totals for COUNTY OF LA INTERNAL SERVICES DEPT:
DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY
12/03/2025 12/03/2025
25/12 HMO Dental
Totals for DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY:
DERAIN DAVIS
11/19/2025 12/09/2025
AJ Park Community Holiday
Totals for DERAIN DAVIS:
DUPRE ENTERPRISES
11/25/2025 12/03/2025
25/11 Bus Charger
Totals for DUPRE ENTERPRISES:
Enterprise FM Trust
12/16/2025 12/30/2025
25/12 Electric Vehicle Lease
& Fleet Maintenance
Bus Trip for YAL on
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
ERNESTO OLIVARES
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for ERNESTO OLIVARES:
FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE CO.
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for FIDELITY SECURITY LIFE INSURANCE CO.:
FIESTA COOPERATIVE INC.
11/30/2025 12/29/2025
25/11 Dial-a-Ride Services
Totals for FIESTA COOPERATIVE INC.:
FIRST CHOICE CHARTERS
11/24/2025 12/03/2025
IR-5745 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,400.00 87362 $1,400.00
Bus Trip for YAL on 12/30 12/16/2025
$3,900.00 $3,900.00
11282025 Invoice 12/03/2025 $46.09 87283 $46.09
12/03/2025
11282025 Invoice 12/03/2025 $80.00 87284 $80.00
12/03/2025
12122025 Invoice 12/16/2025 $80.00 87336 $80.00
12/16/2025
12262026 Invoice 12/29/2025 $46.09 87394 $46.09
Rene Trevino, 12/26/2025 12/29/2025
Payroll
12262025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $80.00 87395 $80.00
12/29/2025
$332.18 $332.18
141170 Invoice 12/03/2025 $2,716.64 87396 $2,716.64
12/03/2025
$2,716.64 $2,716.64
3231563850-111925 Invoice 12/15/2025 $184.99 41304 $184.99 12/15/2025
56238095136-111625 Invoice 12/10/2025 $236.15 41304 $236.15 12/10/2025
$421.14 $421.14
GC00132671 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,345.00 87337 $1,345.00 12/16/2025
PG000044424 Invoice 12/16/2025 $2,290.00 87337 $2,290.00 Supplement Pages 12/16/2025
$3,635.00 $3,635.00
725070176 Invoice 12/16/2025 $5,124.00 87338 $5,124.00
Geo tech testing 12/16/2025
$5,124.00 $5,124.00
0055238698-121525 Invoice 12/23/2025 $148.97 41315 $148.97 25/11 11938 South St. 12/23/2025
2865004438-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $214.64 41315 $214.64 12/23/2025
4905793578-121925 Invoice 12/23/2025 $183.13 41315 $183.13 25/11 18530 Corby Ave. 12/23/2025
1373230000-121825 Invoice 12/23/2025 $382.97 41315 $382.97 12/23/2025
8072740000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $486.88 41315 $486.88 25/11 11710 South St IRR 12/23/2025
4302440000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $408.94 41315 $408.94 25/11 11734 IRR Artesia 12/23/2025
4273230000-121625 Invoice 12/23/2025 $408.94 41315 $408.94 25/11 12034 Artesia IRR 12/23/2025
1113139225-121525 Invoice 12/23/2025 $551.82 41315 $551.82 12/23/2025
9725940000-121525 Invoice 12/23/2025 $57.31 41315 $57.31 25/11 17202 Alburtis 12/23/2025
8217720000-121525 Invoice 12/23/2025 $260.56 41315 $260.56 25/11 17203 Corby Ave. 12/23/2025
8756430000-121625 Invoice 12/23/2025 $688.19 41315 $688.19 12/23/2025
7902030000-121525 Invoice 12/23/2025 $506.38 41315 $506.38 12/23/2025
8783687207-121125 Invoice 12/23/2025 $506.11 41315 $506.11 Ericka Jackson, 12/12/2025
12/26/2025 12/29/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for FIRST CHOICE CHARTERS:
FRANCHISE TAX BOARD
11/28/2025 12/03/2025
Rene Trevino, 11/28/2025
11/28/2025 12/03/2025
Ericka Jackson, 11/28/2025
12/12/2025 12/16/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for GENERAL CODE:
12/26/2025 12/29/2025
Ericka Jackson, 12/26/2025
Totals for FRANCHISE TAX BOARD:
FRESH PRINTS LLC
11/11/2025 12/29/2025
Gifts for staff Holiday
Totals for FRESH PRINTS LLC:
FRONTIER
12/15/2025 12/16/2025
City Hall Internet 11/19-
12/10/2025 12/16/2025
Public Work Internet 11/16-
Totals for FRONTIER:
GENERAL CODE
12/01/2025 12/16/2025
ECode360 Annual
Maintenance & Ordinance
GEONCON WEST INC
08/09/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for GEONCON WEST INC:
GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 18609 IRR Pioneer
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 11504 Artesia Blvd
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 17189 IRR Baber Ave.
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 17512 IRR Norwalk
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 17815 Pioneer Blvd
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025
2942430000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $89.78 41315 $89.78 25/11 18641 Corby 12/23/2025
2274300000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $185.49 41315 $185.49 25/11 18644 Alburtis Ave. 12/23/2025
9174300000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $523.38 41315 $523.38 12/23/2025
0274300000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $33.45 41315 $33.45 12/23/2025
1274300000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $688.19 41315 $688.19 25/11 18750 Clarkdale 12/23/2025
8514744341-121125 Invoice 12/23/2025 $471.44 41315 $471.44 12/23/2025
6350093223-121125 Invoice 12/23/2025 $155.45 41315 $155.45 12/23/2025
5534220000-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $408.94 41315 $408.94 12/23/2025
9138539384-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $343.78 41315 $343.78 12/23/2025
5353387681-120425 Invoice 12/23/2025 $200.91 41315 $200.91 12/23/2025
7677238922-121225 Invoice 12/23/2025 $254.07 41315 $254.07 25/11 11504 178th St. 12/23/2025
2376836656-121225 Invoice 12/23/2025 $772.60 41315 $772.60 12/23/2025
$8,932.32 $8,932.32
98216443 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87305 $150.00
12/09/2025
$150.00 $150.00
NOV2025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,787.50 87306 $1,787.50
25/11 Karate Class 12/09/2025
DEC2025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $1,118.00 87397 $1,118.00
25/12 Karate Class 12/29/2025
$2,905.50 $2,905.50
SIN057038 Invoice 12/29/2025 $2,573.44 87398 $2,573.44
12/29/2025
$2,573.44 $2,573.44
1130252 Invoice 12/16/2025 $2,119.50 87339 $2,119.50
25/11 Senior Meals 12/16/2025
$2,119.50 $2,119.50
12152025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $300.00 87399 $300.00
12/29/2025
$300.00 $300.00
98465969 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87307 $150.00
12/09/2025
$150.00 $150.00
0 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,200.00 87308 $1,200.00
12/09/2025
$1,200.00 $1,200.00
ART1MS412509 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,771.61 87309 $1,771.61 12/09/2025
$1,771.61 $1,771.61
JAN2026 Invoice 12/22/2025 $240.64 87372 $240.64
26/01 Medical Premium 12/22/2025
25/11 18747 Clarkdale Ave.
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 18747 Fp Clarkdale
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 18506 IRR Pioneer
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
Vendor not selected for
Totals for GULNURA ABYTALIEVA:
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 18803 Elaine Ave.
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 Norwalk & South St
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 Norwalk Blvd So of
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 17514 Norwalk Blvd
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 Droxford St Norwalk
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
12/23/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 186th St & Jersey
Totals for GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPANY:
GULNURA ABYTALIEVA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for HUMAN SERVICES ASSOCIATION:
INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
HEDSSON JIMENEZ
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for HEDSSON JIMENEZ:
HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES
11/29/2025 12/29/2025
Oct/Dec '25 Sales Tax Audit
Totals for HINDERLITER DE LLAMAS & ASSOCIATES:
HUMAN SERVICES ASSOCIATION
12/10/2025 12/16/2025
JOHN L HUNTER & ASSOCIATES
12/08/2025 12/09/2025
25/09 Municipal Storm
Totals for JOHN L HUNTER & ASSOCIATES:
JOSE ASCENCIO
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
2026 Annual Membership
Totals for INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES:
JESSICA MEDINA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Facility Deposit Refund
Totals for JESSICA MEDINA:
JOAQUIN VERDUSCO
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Manos Unidas Holiday
Totals for JOAQUIN VERDUSCO:
$240.64 $240.64
12122025 Invoice 12/16/2025 $100.00 87340 $100.00
Payroll 12122025 12/16/2025
12262025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $100.00 87400 $100.00
Payroll 12/26/2025 12/29/2025
$200.00 $200.00
OCT/DEC2025 Invoice 12/29/2025 $253.50 87401 $253.50
12/29/2025
$253.50 $253.50
122225 Artesia Invoice 12/29/2025 $900.00 87402 $900.00 Street Fair Graphics 12/29/2025
121525 Artesia Invoice 12/29/2025 $990.00 87402 $990.00 Veteran Banner Artwork 12/29/2025
$1,890.00 $1,890.00
JAN2026 Invoice 12/22/2025 $225.36 87373 $225.36
26/01 Medical Premium 12/22/2025
$225.36 $225.36
ar251201 Invoice 12/03/2025 $4,150.00 87286 $4,150.00
25/11 Lobbyist Service 12/03/2025
$4,150.00 $4,150.00
2412.8-008 Invoice 11/30/2025 $938.60 87374 $938.60
12/22/2025
$938.60 $938.60
24-1479 Nov25 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,588.86 87341 $1,588.86 25/11 CAL FIRE Tree Mtc. 12/16/2025
$1,588.86 $1,588.86
R875- 122525 Invoice 12/29/2025 $12,061.85 87403 $12,061.85 25/11 Animal Housing 12/29/2025
$12,061.85 $12,061.85
25120803146 Invoice 12/29/2025 $4,518.51 87404 $4,518.51 25/11 Industrial Waste 12/29/2025
25120803245 Invoice 12/29/2025 $4,033.37 87404 $4,033.37 25/11 SSMP Updates 12/29/2025
$8,551.88 $8,551.88
2526-11 Invoice 12/22/2025 $36,668.00 87375 $36,668.00
12/22/2025
$36,668.00 $36,668.00
261123TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $3,018.66 87342 $3,018.66
25/10 Foot Patrol 12/16/2025
261124TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $4,131.40 87342 $4,131.40
25/10 La Mirage Event 12/16/2025
261126TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $6,075.50 87342 $6,075.50
12/16/2025
261125TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $6,715.99 87342 $6,715.99
25/10 YAL Special Events 12/16/2025
261122TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $21,411.73 87342 $21,411.73 25/10 Gang Suppression 12/16/2025
260920TZ Invoice 12/16/2025 $395,282.85 87342 $395,282.85 12/16/2025
$436,636.13 $436,636.13
Totals for KAREN GONZALEZ:
KAREN HEATH
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for JOSE ASCENCIO:
JOSE GAMEZ
12/12/2025 12/16/2025
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for JOSE GAMEZ:
JULIE KOGA
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Oct/Dec '25 Taiko
Totals for JULIE KOGA:
KAREN GONZALEZ
12/22/2025 12/29/2025
12/15/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for KAREN HEATH:
KILEY & ASSOCIATES LLC
12/01/2025 12/03/2025
Totals for KILEY & ASSOCIATES LLC:
LA CONSERVATION CORPS
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for LA CONSERVATION CORPS:
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
LA COUNTY DEPT OF ANIMAL CONTROL
12/25/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for LA COUNTY DEPT OF ANIMAL CONTROL:
LA COUNTY DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS
12/08/2025 12/29/2025
12/08/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for LA COUNTY DEPT OF PUBLIC WORKS:
LA COUNTY LIBRARY
12/18/2025 12/22/2025
Dec/Nov '25 Custodial Cost
Totals for LA COUNTY LIBRARY:
LA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 International Street
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
12/03/2025 12/16/2025
11/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 General Law
Totals for LA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT:
LEGAL SHIELD
KOSMONT COMPANIES
11/30/2025 12/22/2025
25/11 Econ Dev
Totals for KOSMONT COMPANIES:
12152025 Invoice 12/22/2025 $139.70 87376 $139.70
25/12 Supplemental Ins. 12/22/2025
$139.70 $139.70
OCT/DEC2025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $210.60 87310 $210.60
Oct/Dec '25 Zumba PM 12/09/2025
$210.60 $210.60
4169 Invoice 12/29/2025 $9,533.20 87405 $9,533.20
12/29/2025
$9,533.20 $9,533.20
200006718171-11/21/2 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,958.28 87311 $1,958.28 12/09/2025
$1,958.28 $1,958.28
4904755646 Invoice 12/01/2025 $2,909.64 41298 $2,909.64 12/01/2025
$2,909.64 $2,909.64
98217756 Invoice 12/01/2025 $150.00 87377 $150.00
12/22/2025
$150.00 $150.00
IN260000295 Invoice 12/03/2025 $34,446.43 87287 $34,446.43 25/09 Building & Safety 12/03/2025
$34,446.43 $34,446.43
5164643 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,278.90 87343 $1,278.90
12/16/2025
$1,278.90 $1,278.90
OCT/NOV2025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $120.25 87312 $120.25
Oct/Nov '25 Yoga PM 12/09/2025
$120.25 $120.25
0 Invoice 12/09/2025 $250.00 87313 $250.00
12/09/2025
$250.00 $250.00
96371911 Invoice 10/15/2025 $150.00 87344 $150.00
10/15/2025
$150.00 $150.00
149 Invoice 12/09/2025 $3,540.00 87314 $3,540.00
Catering for Reorg 2025 12/09/2025
$3,540.00 $3,540.00
117164 Invoice 12/16/2025 $8,903.00 87345 $8,903.00
12/16/2025
$8,903.00 $8,903.00
JAN2026 Invoice 12/22/2025 $240.64 87378 $240.64
26/01 Medical Premium 12/22/2025
$240.64 $240.64
OCT/DEC2025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $742.00 87315 $742.00
12/09/2025
$742.00 $742.00
REIMB Invoice 12/09/2025 $139.04 87316 $139.04
12/09/2025
11/21/2025 12/09/2025
9/16-11/18/25 - 16712
12/15/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for LEGAL SHIELD:
LETICIA MORRIS
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for LETICIA MORRIS:
LEXLU SERVICES LLC
12/01/2025 12/29/2025
Facility Cleaning and
Totals for LEXLU SERVICES LLC:
LIBERTY UTILITIES
12/16/2025
Legal Notice PH Ord 25- 976
Totals for LIBERTY UTILITIES:
LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
25/12 Life & Disability Ins.
Totals for LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE:
LONG LE
12/01/2025 12/22/2025
Not selected to be Vendor
Totals for LONG LE:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
Sacramento Conference
Totals for MAGGIE NITZ:
MANUEL AGUIAR
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for MANUEL AGUIAR:
MARIPOSA LANDSCAPES INC
11/30/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 Landscape
Totals for MARIPOSA LANDSCAPES INC:
MARTIN GAMEZ
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for MARTIN GAMEZ:
MARY CARMEN GARCIA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Oct/Dec '25 Youth Dance
Totals for MARY CARMEN GARCIA:
MELISSA HAMILTON
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Street Fair deposit refund
Totals for MAHESH BUDHATHOKI:
MAHESH BUDHATHOKI
10/15/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS:
LOURDES TREROTOLA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for LOURDES TREROTOLA:
MAGGIE NITZ
11/03/2025 12/09/2025
AJ Park Community Holiday
11/24/2025 12/03/2025
Totals for LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS:
LOS CERRITOS COMMUNITY NEWS
11/28/2025
$139.04 $139.04
11282025 Invoice 12/01/2025 $7,576.13 41299 $7,576.13
12/01/2025
INVM18902 Invoice 12/09/2025 $11.96 87317 $11.96
12/09/2025
IR-5685 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,821.88 87317 $1,821.88
12/09/2025
12122025 Invoice 12/15/2025 $7,576.13 41305 $7,576.13
12/15/2025
12262025 Invoice 12/26/2025 $7,580.79 41316 $7,580.79
12/26/2025
$24,566.89 $24,566.89
14497 Invoice 11/16/2025 $125.00 87346 $125.00
MMASC Renewal 12/16/2025
$125.00 $125.00
23316-00001-120125 Invoice 12/03/2025 $4,398.59 87288 $4,398.59 12/03/2025
$4,398.59 $4,398.59
DEC2025 Invoice 11/12/2025 $221.12 87347 $221.12
25/12 Medical Premium 11/12/2025
JAN2026 Invoice 12/22/2025 $240.64 87379 $240.64
26/01 Medical Premium 12/22/2025
$461.76 $461.76
35136 Invoice 11/30/2025 $16,333.34 87406 $16,333.34
25/11 Street Sweeping 11/30/2025
$16,333.34 $16,333.34
IR-5768 Invoice 12/22/2025 $8,500.00 87380 $8,500.00
12/22/2025
$8,500.00 $8,500.00
345483JESUS Invoice 12/03/2025 $390.00 87289 $390.00
12/03/2025
restrooms
$390.00 $390.00
4307 Invoice 12/16/2025 $491.73 87348 $491.73
12/16/2025
$491.73 $491.73
1428 Invoice 12/16/2025 $2,886.00 87349 $2,886.00
12/16/2025
1422 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,485.00 87349 $1,485.00
12/16/2025
1406 Invoice 12/16/2025 $6,685.00 87349 $6,685.00
Graffiti Removal 12/16/2025
121525 Invoice 12/15/2025 $3,600.00 87381 $3,600.00
Traffic Cones for 5K Run 12/22/2025
$14,656.00 $14,656.00
INV-0005051567 Invoice 12/16/2025 $860.00 87350 $860.00 12/16/2025
0005084175 Invoice 12/19/2025 $445.50 87407 $445.50
Totals for MELISSA HAMILTON:
457b, 401a and Roth for
Totals for MissionSquare Retirement:
MUNICIPAL DENTAL POOL
12/03/2025 12/03/2025
MissionSquare Retirement
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
457b, 401a and Roth for
11/10/2025 12/09/2025
Q3 2025 Administrative
11/10/2025 12/09/2025
Q3 2025 Administrative
12/15/2025 12/16/2025
457b, 401a and Roth for
12/26/2025 12/30/2025
Downtown PBID - Invoice 1
Totals for NEW CITY AMERICA:
NORWALK LA MIRADA PLUMBING
11/12/2025 12/16/2025
11/30/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES:
NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
25/12 PPO Dental Coverage
Totals for MUNICIPAL DENTAL POOL:
NATALIE HERRERA
12/22/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for NATALIE HERRERA:
NEW CITY AMERICA
12/01/2025 12/22/2025
10/31/2025 12/16/2025
Striping on Arline - Installed
No Parking Signs
08/25/2025 12/16/2025
09/24/2025 12/03/2025
Plumber line cam for Artesia
Totals for NORWALK LA MIRADA PLUMBING:
NORWALK PRINTING
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
Mayor and Councilmember
New Business Cards
Totals for NORWALK PRINTING:
ONLINE STRIPING SERVICE
11/13/2025 12/16/2025
Striping Services and
Installed Signs and 4' high
12/15/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for ONLINE STRIPING SERVICE:
OPC TRANSYSTEMS CORPORATION
11/17/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 Aquisition Services
for AJ Padelford Park
12/19/2025 12/29/2025
MMASC
11/12/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for MMASC:
12/29/2025
0005023662 Invoice 12/29/2025 $1,507.50 87407 $1,507.50 12/29/2025
0004988403 Invoice 12/29/2025 $1,768.50 87407 $1,768.50 12/29/2025
$4,581.50 $4,581.50
INV06778311 Invoice 12/02/2025 $470.78 41300 $470.78
12/02/2025
$470.78 $470.78
INVM0020363 Invoice 12/22/2025 $20,416.83 87382 $20,416.83 25/11 Bus Service 12/22/2025
$20,416.83 $20,416.83
0 Invoice 12/09/2025 $400.00 87318 $400.00
12/09/2025
$400.00 $400.00
1605 Invoice 12/09/2025 $2,209.79 87319 $2,209.79
12/09/2025
$2,209.79 $2,209.79
98924239 Invoice 12/29/2025 $800.00 87408 $800.00
12/29/2025
$800.00 $800.00
13916583001 Invoice 12/01/2025 $1,048.79 41306 $1,048.79 12/01/2025
14326191001 Invoice 12/29/2025 $1,048.79 41320 $1,048.79 12/29/2025
$2,097.58 $2,097.58
250507 Invoice 12/16/2025 $11,847.50 87351 $11,847.50
12/16/2025
$11,847.50 $11,847.50
65651301 Invoice 12/03/2025 $1,454.08 87290 $1,454.08
12/03/2025
65673103 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,090.56 87320 $1,090.56
12/09/2025
65695205 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,454.08 87352 $1,454.08
12/16/2025
65342432 Invoice 12/29/2025 $4,449.77 87409 $4,449.77
12/29/2025
$8,448.49 $8,448.49
2025-11 Invoice 12/03/2025 $600.00 87291 $600.00
12/03/2025
2025_11 Invoice 12/09/2025 $20,600.00 87321 $20,600.00
12/09/2025
2025_10 Invoice 12/09/2025 $24,300.00 87321 $24,300.00
12/09/2025
2025-10 Invoice 12/16/2025 $5,285.00 87353 $5,285.00
12/16/2025
2025-09 Invoice 12/16/2025 $5,910.00 87353 $5,910.00
12/16/2025
$56,695.00 $56,695.00
98466078 Invoice 12/09/2025 $75.00 87322 $75.00
12/09/2025
PETER S. NORTH
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
25/09 Acquisition Services
09/15/2025 12/29/2025
25/08 Acquisition Services
Totals for OPC TRANSYSTEMS CORPORATION:
25/11 Acquisition Services
10/22/2025 12/29/2025
Paycor, Inc.
12/02/2025 12/09/2025
25/12 Monthly Service
Totals for Paycor, Inc.:
PCAM, LLC
11/30/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for PCAM, LLC:
RINGCENTRAL
12/01/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 Telecommunication
12/29/2025 12/30/2025
26/01 Telecommunication
Totals for RINGCENTRAL:
AJ Park Community Holiday
Totals for PETER S. NORTH:
RAMIREZ PRODUCTIONS
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
Ramirez Production PA
Totals for RAMIREZ PRODUCTIONS:
RENE TREVINO
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Facility deposit Refund
Totals for RENE TREVINO:
Totals for ROBERT HALF:
RON IBARRA ENGINEERING
12/01/2025 12/03/2025
RISK MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS
12/05/2025 12/16/2025
Professional Services for
Local Hazard Mitigation
Totals for RISK MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS:
ROBERT HALF
11/26/2025 12/03/2025
Planning Administrative
12/04/2025 12/09/2025
Planning Administrative
12/11/2025 12/16/2025
Planning Administrative
12/18/2025 12/29/2025
HR Administrative Assistant
Totals for RON IBARRA ENGINEERING:
ROSALI RIVERA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Deposit - 11816 166th
12/01/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Engineering Services
11/03/2025 12/09/2025
25/10 Engineering Services
11/03/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 Encroachment Permit
10/01/2025 12/16/2025
25/09 Encroachment
Facility Deposit Refund
$75.00 $75.00
98217544 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87323 $150.00
12/09/2025
$150.00 $150.00
98217595 Invoice 12/01/2025 $150.00 87383 $150.00
12/22/2025
$150.00 $150.00
5518 Invoice 12/09/2025 $150.00 87324 $150.00
12/09/2025
5520 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,150.00 87324 $1,150.00
25/11 Housing Element 12/09/2025
5519 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,312.50 87324 $1,312.50
12/09/2025
5517 Invoice 12/09/2025 $3,950.00 87324 $3,950.00
12/09/2025
5516 Invoice 12/09/2025 $11,695.00 87324 $11,695.00
12/09/2025
$18,257.50 $18,257.50
80128-123126 Invoice 12/29/2025 $641.00 87410 $641.00
2026 Music License Fee 12/29/2025
$641.00 $641.00
OCT/DEC2025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $202.80 87325 $202.80
Oct/Dec '25 Guitar Class 12/09/2025
$202.80 $202.80
700454958639-112525 Invoice 12/09/2025 $37.62 41307 $37.62 25/11 18510 Corby Ave. 12/09/2025
700483004874-112625 Invoice 12/09/2025 $7,163.01 41307 $7,163.01 25/11 Various Locations 12/09/2025
700485859203-112525 Invoice 12/09/2025 $3,577.58 41307 $3,577.58 12/09/2025
700492283835-111825 Invoice 12/09/2025 $319.81 41307 $319.81 12/09/2025
700492421150-111825 Invoice 12/09/2025 $180.84 41307 $180.84 25/11 Artesia/Gridley 12/09/2025
700498964105-111825 Invoice 12/09/2025 $731.36 41307 $731.36 12/09/2025
700560422190-111825 Invoice 12/09/2025 $71.96 41307 $71.96 12/09/2025
700562509108-111825 Invoice 12/09/2025 $83.56 41307 $83.56 25/11 12001 Artesia Blvd 12/09/2025
700405333439-112625 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,027.27 41307 $1,027.27 25/11 Various Locations 12/09/2025
700491366274-120125 Invoice 12/09/2025 $18,739.31 41307 $18,739.31 25/11 Various Locations 12/09/2025
$31,932.32 $31,932.32
12690659565-121625 Invoice 12/22/2025 $14.79 41317 $14.79 25/12 18641 Corby Ave. 12/22/2025
17740623008-120525 Invoice 12/22/2025 $25.53 41317 $25.53 12/22/2025
17950623003-120525 Invoice 12/22/2025 $34.79 41317 $34.79 12/22/2025
17949759637-121525 Invoice 12/22/2025 $13.92 41317 $13.92 25/12 18644 Alburtis Ave. 12/22/2025
04530693599-121825 Invoice 12/22/2025 $176.93 41317 $176.93 25/12 11870 169th St. 12/22/2025
12280628004-121625 Invoice 12/22/2025 $42.76 41317 $42.76 Not selected to be vendor
Totals for RYAN WOO:
Totals for ROSALI RIVERA:
ROTARY CLUB OF CERRITOS ARTESIA
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Vendor Deposit for Street
Totals for ROTARY CLUB OF CERRITOS ARTESIA:
RYAN WOO
12/01/2025 12/22/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 General Planning
Totals for SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL:
SESAC
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
SAGECREST PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL
11/30/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Deposit - 17610
11/30/2025 12/09/2025
11/30/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Housing Element
11/30/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 Deposit - 11746
11/30/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for SESAC:
SEUNG YOUNG JEUNG
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Totals for SEUNG YOUNG JEUNG:
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO:
Southern California Gas Company
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
25/11 Various traffic Signals
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 Various Locations TC12/09/2025 12/16/2025
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 18750 Clarkdale EV
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 18600 1/2 S Norwalk
12/09/2025 12/16/2025
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
25/12 18747 Clarkdale Ave.
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
25/12 18750 Clarkdale Ave
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
12/22/2025 12/30/2025
12/22/2025
$308.72 $308.72
0011763386, 88, 4539 Invoice 12/16/2025 $5,863.84 87354 $5,863.84 12/16/2025
$5,863.84 $5,863.84
111479 Invoice 12/03/2025 $39.51 87292 $39.51
Copies of keys 12/03/2025
$39.51 $39.51
81397 Invoice 12/03/2025 $11,160.00 87293 $11,160.00
12/03/2025
81652 Invoice 12/29/2025 $10,800.00 87411 $10,800.00
12/29/2025
$21,960.00 $21,960.00
188521401-111225 Invoice 12/09/2025 $185.00 41301 $185.00 Nov '25 11870 169th St. 12/09/2025
188521501-112125 Invoice 12/09/2025 $119.99 41301 $119.99 Nov '25 118750 169th St. 12/09/2025
188522301-112125 Invoice 12/09/2025 $169.99 41301 $169.99 12/09/2025
18852201-112125 Invoice 12/09/2025 $190.00 41301 $190.00 12/09/2025
IR-5784 Invoice 12/29/2025 $7,343.00 87412 $7,343.00
12/29/2025
$8,007.98 $8,007.98
S-01159290 Invoice 12/09/2025 $189.00 87326 $189.00
12/09/2025
$189.00 $189.00
REIMB Invoice 12/29/2025 $57.00 87413 $57.00
12/29/2025
$57.00 $57.00
906828 Invoice 12/04/2025 $690.82 41302 $690.82
12/04/2025
907617 Invoice 12/12/2025 $690.82 41318 $690.82
12/12/2025
$1,381.64 $1,381.64
153765 Invoice 12/03/2025 $82.50 87294 $82.50
Live Scan - Steven Valdez 12/03/2025
$82.50 $82.50
112525 Invoice 12/03/2025 $300.00 87295 $300.00
12/03/2025
$300.00 $300.00
SEPT/DEC2025 Invoice 12/16/2025 $881.40 87355 $881.40
12/16/2025
$881.40 $881.40
BS04090020828 Invoice 12/09/2025 $86.04 87327 $86.04
12/09/2025
$86.04 $86.04
WD-0304897 Invoice 12/03/2025 $3,945.00 87296 $3,945.00 Ord 25-974, 25-975, EV Bid
Totals for SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS GROUP:
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SECURITY CENTERS
25/12 11931 South St. -
Totals for Southern California Gas Company:
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA NEWS GROUP
11/30/2025 12/16/2025
Totals for SPECTRUM BUSINESS:
SSD ALARM SYSTEMS
12/04/2025 12/09/2025
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
11/19/2025 12/03/2025
Totals for SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SECURITY CENTERS:
SOUTHWEST PATROL INC
11/30/2025 12/03/2025
Security Guard Services
12/15/2025 12/29/2025
Security Guard Services 12/1-
Totals for SOUTHWEST PATROL INC:
SPECTRUM BUSINESS
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Nov '25 18750 Clarkdale
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Nov '25 18750 Clarkdale
12/01/2025 12/29/2025
Spectrum HD Channel Setup
25/12 FSA/DCA
Totals for Sterling Administration:
STEVEN A VALDEZ
11/21/2025 12/03/2025
AJ Park Building B Technical
Totals for SSD ALARM SYSTEMS:
STEPHANIE NAVARRO
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Live Scan Fingerprinting -
Totals for STEPHANIE NAVARRO:
Sterling Administration
12/04/2025 12/09/2025
25/11 FSA/DCA
12/12/2025 12/30/2025
Totals for STEVEN A VALDEZ:
STEVEN DOUGLAS WRIGHT
10/28/2025 12/03/2025
Photography for the
Mayoral Reorganization
Totals for STEVEN DOUGLAS WRIGHT:
SUSAN MCCORMICK
12/16/2025 12/16/2025
Sept/Dec '25 Guitar &
Totals for SUSAN MCCORMICK:
SUSTAINABLE HOME CONSTRUCTION
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
Building Permit Cancellation
-12036 186th
Totals for SUSTAINABLE HOME CONSTRUCTION:
SWRCB
11/19/2025 12/03/2025
12/03/2025
$3,945.00 $3,945.00
2025-02198 Invoice 12/09/2025 $1,353.83 87328 $1,353.83 12/09/2025
$1,353.83 $1,353.83
F4726 Invoice 12/03/2025 $975.00 87297 $975.00
12/03/2025
$975.00 $975.00
963689946 Invoice 10/15/2025 $150.00 87356 $150.00
10/15/2025
$150.00 $150.00
981989691-120125 Invoice 12/12/2025 $1,030.69 41308 $1,030.69 12/12/2025
$1,030.69 $1,030.69
188528647-0 Invoice 12/29/2025 $371.17 87414 $371.17
25/12 Telephone Service 12/29/2025
$371.17 $371.17
1332278 Invoice 12/02/2025 $30.50 41309 $30.50
12/02/2025
1330839 Invoice 12/02/2025 $54.95 41309 $54.95
12/02/2025
1332270 Invoice 12/02/2025 $4,608.56 41309 $4,608.56
12/02/2025
$4,694.01 $4,694.01
12162025 Invoice 12/22/2025 $80.52 87384 $80.52
12/22/2025
$80.52 $80.52
0160-093025 Invoice 12/09/2025 $118.04 87329 $118.04
12/09/2025
0160-103125 Invoice 12/16/2025 $45.40 87357 $45.40
12/16/2025
$163.44 $163.44
234919 Invoice 12/16/2025 $33,485.15 87358 $33,485.15
25/09 Tree Maintenance 12/16/2025
235611 Invoice 12/29/2025 $2,411.10 87415 $2,411.10
25/10 Tree Maintenance 12/29/2025
$35,896.25 $35,896.25
89140357 Invoice 12/16/2025 $109.08 87359 $109.08
25/12 18644 187th St. 12/16/2025
89140358 Invoice 12/16/2025 $109.08 87359 $109.08
25/12 18641 Corby Ave 12/16/2025
89141659 Invoice 12/16/2025 $129.71 87359 $129.71
25/12 17203 Corby Ave.. 12/16/2025
89140448 Invoice 12/16/2025 $142.72 87359 $142.72
12/16/2025
$490.59 $490.59
10921985 Invoice 12/12/2025 $1,379.34 41310 $1,379.34
12/12/2025
$1,379.34 $1,379.34
TERRA REALTY ADVISORS INC.
12/03/2025 12/09/2025
FY25/26 Resources Control
Totals for SWRCB:
THE FAMILY PIZZA
10/15/2025 12/16/2025
Street Fair deposit refund
Totals for THE FAMILY PIZZA:
25/11 Review Potential City
Totals for TERRA REALTY ADVISORS INC.:
THE WALKING MAN, INC.
12/01/2025 12/03/2025
Distribution for Artesian
Totals for THE WALKING MAN, INC.:
25/12 - Fire Station, AJ
Padelford Park & Artesia
Totals for VALLEY ALARM:
VIOLA ROMAN
12/16/2025 12/22/2025
T-MOBILE
12/12/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 City Cell Phone
Totals for T-MOBILE:
TPX COMMUNICATIONS
12/16/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for TPX COMMUNICATIONS:
VALLEY ALARM
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 - 18644 Alburtis
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 - 17203 Corby Ave.
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC
09/30/2025 12/16/2025
12/29/2025 12/29/2025
Totals for WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC:
WESTERN EXTERMINATOR COMPANY
Senior Christmas party on
Totals for VIOLA ROMAN:
WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SO. CALIF.
12/09/2025 12/09/2025
25/09 Groundwater
10/31/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 Groundwater
Totals for WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT OF SO. CALIF.:
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
12/02/2025 12/16/2025
25/12 18747 Clarkdale Ave.
Totals for WESTERN EXTERMINATOR COMPANY:
Wex Bank
12/12/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 Gas Card Purchases
Totals for Wex Bank:
WILLDAN ENGINEERING
00714703 Invoice 12/16/2025 $22,475.00 87360 $22,475.00 12/16/2025
00714714 Invoice 12/22/2025 $28,872.00 87385 $28,872.00 25/10 Planning Service 12/22/2025
$51,347.00 $51,347.00
5610006957 Invoice 12/16/2025 $2,200.18 87361 $2,200.18 12/16/2025
90005811 Invoice 12/16/2025 $1,989.00 87361 $1,989.00
12/16/2025
$4,189.18 $4,189.18
$1,319,196.38 $1,319,196.38
Payroll 12/12/2025 $142,739.42
12/26/2025 $128,853.91
Total Payroll $271,593.33
Total Disbursement $1,590,789.71
12/16/2025
GRAND TOTALS:
A total of 264 transaction(s) listed
25/11 Traffic Signal Call/Out
12/08/2025 12/16/2025
25/11 Traffic Signal
Totals for YUNEX LLC:
12/10/2025 12/16/2025
25/10 Housing Element &
12/10/2025 12/22/2025
Totals for WILLDAN ENGINEERING:
YUNEX LLC
12/10/2025
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9C.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: City Financial Report - November 2025
FROM: Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND:
In accordance with Artesia Municipal Code (AMC) 2-4.705 (f), the attached Finance Report details the activity and balance for all City of Artesia ("City") accounts and funds as of November 30, 2025. Reports are reconciled for cash on hand (bank) to cash recorded in the general ledger through the period ending November 30, 2025.
Activity for Money Market, Checking, Revolving, Cafeteria, Local Agency Investment Fund, CDBG, and Petty Cash are provided for review. Fund Balances compare the cash to each fund's obligation. The balance of the individual accounts and funds should be read with the understanding that cash on hand, is not cash available for unplanned expenditures. The cash balance encompasses the City's contingency reserves, operating expenditures, and monies kept in restricted use funds including Trust and Agency. The City is debt-free; therefore, the finance report does not include any debt activity.
ANALYSIS:
The City is the recipient of several reimbursable grants. This means that, while the City has been awarded funding projects, the City must front the cost of those projects with General Fund revenue, and request reimbursement from the respective grantor as each project progresses. Towards that end, the balance of individual accounts and funds reflected in this Report will vary from month to month as expenses are made and reimbursements are received.
The Schedule of Investments highlights the City's longer duration investments held with Academy Asset Management, the City's investment advisor. A summary of these investments has always been highlighted on the Treasurer's Report; however, the Schedule of Investments provides an additional layer of visibility of the City's longer duration investments.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the receipt and file of this Report.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the report.
Attachments
Treasurer Report 112025.pdf
MONEY MARKET
ACCOUNT
CHECKING
ACCOUNT
LOCAL AGENCY
INVESTMENT
ACCOUNT
Beginning Balance - 11/1/25 259,056.16 86,243.04 5,173,195.99 State/County/Misc Monthly Wires 1,259,118.28 -
Deposits 850,442.98 8,665.00 -
Civic Plus Credit deposits - 8,461.30 -
Credit Transactions - 319.16 -
PayGov Credit Deposits - 13,926.74 -
Transfer from Money Market - 1,839,000.00 -
Transfer from Investments 470,000.00 - -
Interest Income 18.76 - 62,041.33
Transfer to Checking Account (1,839,000.00) - -
Transfer to CAMP/CLASS Account - (20,000.00) -
Disbursements - (1,524,744.00) -
PERS Retirement - (46,564.42) -
Payroll - (243,931.79) -
Payroll Tax Wire (IRS) - (64,915.83) -
Bank Fees/Paid Parking Fees (1,576.32) (757.24) -
Ending Balance - 11/30/2025 55,701.96 998,059.86 5,235,237.32
CAMP ACCOUNT CLASS ACCOUNT ACADEMY AM
Beginning Balance - 11/1/25 8,127,277.42 7,833,931.88 5,127,880.87 Transfer from Checking Account - 350,000.00 -
Deposits 26,648.48 27,612.03 1,619,008.76
Transfer Out/Disbursements (985,000.00) (260,000.00) (1,604,750.57) Unrealized Gain/Loss - - -
Ending Balance - 11/30/2025 7,951,543.91 7,168,925.90 5,142,139.06
CAFETERIA
ACCOUNT
CDBG FIX-UP
PROGRAM PETTY CASH
Beginning Balance - 11/1/25 1,324.56 1,716.19 500.00
Ending Balance - 11/30/2025 1,716.19 1,324.56 500.00
REVOLVING
ACCOUNT
TOTAL ALL
ACCOUNTS
Beginning Balance - 11/1/25 1,362.14 26,612,488.25
Deposits - 6,535,262.82
Disbursements - (6,591,240.17)
Unrealized Gain/Loss - -
Ending Balance - 11/30/2025 26,556,510.90 1,362.14
11/30/25
Treasurer's Report
City of Artesia
GENERAL FUND
(100)
SUMMER LUNCH
PROGRAM (150)
Beginning Balance - 11/1/25 15,170,298.53 5,912.47
Receivables 996,620.42 -
Prepaid Expenses 37,243.51 -
Investment Appreciation (78,268.79) -
Liabilities & Deposits (1,893,121.15) -
FUND BALANCE 5,912.47 14,232,772.52
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
ARTESIA
HOUSING
AUTHORITY (200)
AJ PARK
EXPANSION (205)
BICYCLE /
PEDESTRIAN
FUND (210)
Cash Balance 778,070.82 (188,223.03) 17,683.81
Receivables - -
Liabilities (61,895.00) - -
FUND BALANCE (188,223.03) 716,175.82 17,683.81
PUBLIC
EDUCATION IN
GOVERNMENT
(215)
BILLBOARD
FUND (220)
CNRA SPECIFIED
GRANT (225)
Cash Balance (18,682.36) 523,775.35 (428,876.98)
Receivables - 2,238,681.62 -
Liabilities - (2,115,486.87) -
FUND BALANCE 646,970.10 (18,682.36) (428,876.98)
HOUSING
URBAN
DEVELOPMENT
(227)
CALIFORNIA
BEVERAGE
RECYCLING
(230)
YOUTH
ACTIVITIES
LEAGUE (235)
Cash Balance 16,485.83 5,773.23 (103,181.96)
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
Ending Balance - 11/30/2025 5,773.23 16,485.83 (103,181.96) City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
11/30/25
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
11/30/25
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)
CITIZEN OPTION
FOR PUBLIC
SAFETY (240)
CLEAN AIR FUEL
BUS GRANT
(250)
COMMUNITY
FACILITY
DISTRICT (260)
Cash Balance 372,774.84 (10,547.50) 85,426.05
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE (10,547.50) 372,774.84 85,426.05
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT
(270)
CALIFORNIA
STREET GRANTS
(280)
FEDERAL STPL
(290)
Cash Balance (159,367.20) 553,018.75 72,940.60
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 553,018.75 (159,367.20) 72,940.60
TRANSPORTN
PLANNING
GRANT (295)
MAP 21
EXCHANGE (310)
MEASURE M
(320)
Cash Balance (11,519.74) 201,425.53 1,470,486.50
Receivables - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 201,425.53 (11,519.74) 1,470,486.50
MEASURE R
(330)
TOD PLANNING
GRANT (340)
COUNTY PARK
IMPROVEMENT
(350)
Cash Balance 808,942.91 (46,029.87) 997,392.25
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE (46,029.87) 808,942.91 997,392.25
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
11/30/25
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)
PROPOSITION A
FUND (360)
PROPOSITION C
FUND (370) SB1 RMRA (375)
Cash Balance 430,964.93 735,538.54 1,272,274.34
Receivables 2,773.00 - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 735,538.54 433,737.93 1,272,274.34
SB 1383
GIVEAWAY (377)
SOUTH COAST
AIR QUALITY
MGMT DIST (390)
SAFE ROUTE TO
SCHOOL (400)
Cash Balance 73,154.18 311,573.03 (0.32)
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 311,573.03 73,154.18 (0.32)
SHERIFF
FORFEITURES &
SEIZURES (410)
STATE GAS TAX
(420)
HOME STAY
PROGRAM (430)
Cash Balance 447.20 (114,921.72) 3,546.95
Receivables - 4,074.00 -
Liabilities - (15,847.91) -
FUND BALANCE (126,695.63) 447.20 3,546.95
STREET
LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE
FUND (440)
TRAFFIC
CONGESTION
RELIEF (450)
CAL FIRE URBAN
GRANT (460)
Cash Balance 20,635.40 22,891.39 (84,521.25)
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 22,891.39 20,635.40 (84,521.25)
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
11/30/25
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (continued)
DEVELOPMENT
IMPACT FEES
(470)
MEASURE W
(480)
RECYCLED OIL
(490)
Cash Balance 2,079,555.57 575,628.25 4,367.44
Receivables - - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 575,628.25 2,079,555.57 4,367.44
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS
SPECIAL /
CAPITAL
PROJECT FUND
(500)
PIONEER BOND
PROJECT (510)
HISTORICAL
DISTRICT BOND
PROJECT (520)
Cash Balance (174,428.70) 341,645.10 583,558.09
Receivables 16,084.06 - -
Liabilities - - -
FUND BALANCE 341,645.10 (158,344.64) 583,558.09
AGENCY FUNDS
TRUST AND
AGENCY (710)
SENIOR
CITIZENS (720)
GEORGE
NELSON
MEMORIAL FUND
(740)
Cash Balance (15,181.61) 6,271.99 2,243.57
Receivables - - -
Liabilities 15,181.61 (6,271.99) (2,243.57)
FUND BALANCE - - -
TOTAL ALL FUNDS
Cash Balance 26,189,221.20
Receivables 3,258,233.10
Fixed Assets, net -
Prepaid Expenses 37,243.51
Investment Appreciation (78,268.79)
Liabilities (4,079,684.88)
FUND BALANCE 25,326,744.14
City of Artesia
Comparison of Cash Balances to Fund Balance
11/30/25
SUCCESSOR AGENCY FUNDS
SUCCESSOR
AGENCY ADMIN
PROJECTS (800)
SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TAX
INCREMENT
(810)
REDEVELPMT
OBLIGATION
RETIREMENT
FUND (820)
Cash Balance - (258,330.81) 625,620.51
Cash with Fiscal Agent - 811.78 -
Liabilities - (43,156.73) -
Bonds Payable - (11,602,520.00) -
FUND BALANCE (11,903,195.76) - 625,620.51
TOTAL SUCCESSOR FUNDS
Cash Balance 367,289.70
Cash with Fiscal Agent 811.78
Liabilities (43,156.73)
Bonds Payable (11,602,520.00)
FUND BALANCE (11,277,575.25)
Annual
COUPON YIELD@ Projected Weight
CUSIP # Date Date** COST # Interest
Money Market Funds + (Cash on Hand)
c First American Government Oblig F31846V203 Various Demand N/A 3.660% $18,838.20 18,838.20 18,838.20 689.48 0.004 Subtotal $18,838.20 18,838.20 18,838.20 689.48 0.004
Government Securities:
UNITED STATES TREASURY 912828Y95 2/27/2025 7/31/2026 1.875% 1.900% 730,000.00 707,244.53 721,232.70 13,687.50 0.144 UNITED STATES TREASURY 912828Z94 2/27/2025 2/15/2030 1.500% 1.640% 750,000.00 661,435.55 690,090.00 11,250.00 0.148 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CDK4 2/27/2025 11/30/2026 1.250% 1.280% 650,000.00 618,667.97 634,887.50 8,125.00 0.128 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CFB2 2/27/2025 7/31/2027 2.750% 2.790% 750,000.00 726,708.98 740,452.50 20,625.00 0.148 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CFT3 2/27/2025 10/31/2029 4.000% 3.950% 750,000.00 745,400.39 762,045.00 30,000.00 0.148 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CJW2 10/30/2025 1/31/2029 4.000% 3.950% 750,000.00 760,722.66 760,785.00 30,000.00 0.148 UNITED STATES TREASURY 91282CPA3 10/30/2025 9/30/2030 3.625% 3.640% 830,000.00 830,129.69 830,780.20 30,087.50 0.164 Subtotal 5,050,309.77 5,210,000.00 5,140,272.90 143,775.00 1.028 Total Investments 5,069,147.97 5,228,838.20 5,159,111.10 144,464.48 1.03 Investment PAR MARKET*
Schedule of Investments
City of Artesia
November 30, 2025
PURCHASE MATURITY V A L U E
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9D.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: AB 1234 Reporting
FROM: Christina Nieto-Linares, Administrative Secretary REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
BACKGROUND:
AB 1234, became effective January 1, 2006. This bill requires a local agency that provides reimbursement for expenses to members of its legislative body to adopt a written policy on the duties for which legislative body members may receive compensation, other than meetings of the legislative body or an advisory body or attendance at a conference or organized educational activity. Resolution No. 24-2970 outlines the City’s Expense Reimbursement and Travel Policy.
STATEMENT OF FACT:
Councilmember Event
Benefit of Expenditure to the
Residents
Ali Sajjad Taj Contract Cities 2026 Sacramento
Legislative Tour 1/4-1/7
Participating in regional, state and
national organizations whose
activities benefit or affect the City's
interests.
Rene Trevino Contract Cities 2026 Sacramento
Legislative Tour 1/4-1/7
Participating in regional, state and
national organizations whose
activities benefit or affect the City's
interests.
Melissa Ramoso N/A N/A
Monica Manalo Contract Cities 2026 Sacramento
Legislative Tour 1/4-1/7
Participating in regional, state and
national organizations whose
activities benefit or affect the City's
interests.
Zeel Ahir Contract Cities 2026 Sacramento
Legislative Tour 1/4-1/7
Participating in regional, state and
national organizations whose
activities benefit or affect the City's
interests.
Additionally, Council is provided automobile reimbursement in the amount of a flat $150 per month amount as authorized in the Resolution 24-2970, which outlines the Expense Reimbursement and Travel Policy FISCAL IMPACT:
The reported expenditures are in compliance with AB 1234, the City travel policy, and have been budgeted.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file report.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9E.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Minutes
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve minutes as presented for the following City Council meetings:
November 10, 2025 - Special Meeting
November 10, 2025 - Regular Meeting
November 19, 2025 - Special Meeting
BACKGROUND:
The attached action minutes serve as the official record of the City Council meetings, recording the legislative body’s decisions, recorded in its motions, actions, and votes, as mandated by Government Code 36814 and 40801.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with approval of this item.
Attachments
MINUTES 11-10-25 Special.pdf
MINUTES 11-10-25 Regular.pdf
MINUTES 11-19-25 Special.pdf
Artesia City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Monday, November 10, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue Artesia, CA 90701
1. CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Taj called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmembers Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir.
Councilmember Ahir arrived at 5:40 p.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, City Attorney Nguyen, City Clerk Alderete.
3. ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. No public comments were provided.
4. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to discuss the closed session items listed on the agenda at 5:35 p.m.
The City Council will recess to closed session to discuss the following items:
4A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: City Manager
4B. Conference With Labor Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Negotiators: Mayor
Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
5. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened in open session.
6. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
City Attorney Nguyen reported that there was no reportable action.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m.
Artesia City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, November 10, 2025 – 7:00 p.m.
City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701
1. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Taj called the meeting to order at 7:18 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmembers Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir.
Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, Deputy City Manager Burke, Finance Manager Murguia, City Attorney Nguyen, City Clerk Alderete, Community Development Director Bollier, Acting Planning Manager Valdez, Public Works Manager Sanchez, Parks and Recreation Manager Guerra, Special Projects Manager Lee, and Management Analyst Flores.
3. INVOCATION
Mayor Pro Tem Trevino delivered the invocation.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Former State Senator Tony Mendoza led the Pledge of Allegiance.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS
5A. Public Comments Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. Nam Nguyen, Kurtis Vander Meulen, and Bill Zystra provided public comments for items not listed on the agenda.
6. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmembers Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir asked questions and/or provided comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Trevino attended the the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting, and the SELACO Meeting.
Councilmember Ramoso attended the Parks and Recreation Committee meeting, and reported that she would be attending the Greater Los Angeles Vector Control meeting this Thursday.
Councilmember Manalo attended the Council of Governments meeting.
7. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
7A. Veterans Day Proclamation
A proclamation for Veterans Day was accepted by Army Veteran Timothy Sagert and Marine Veteran Tom Tislow.
7B. America Recycles Proclamation
A proclamation for America Recycles Day was accepted by CR&R Representatives Julie Bareda and Karl Wong.
7C. Staff Introductions
City Manager Avalos introduced new Community Development Director Paul Bollier. A Certificate of Recognition was presented to Paul Bollier.
8. BUSINESS PRESENTATIONS
8A. CR&R Residential Organics Recycling and Food Waste Update CR&R Senior Vice President Julie Bareda provided updates. Mayor Pro Tem Trevino asked questions and/or provided comments.
8B. Chamber of Commerce Update
Artesia Chamber of Commerce Consultant, Tony Mendoza provided updates. Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmember Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir asked questions and/or provided comments.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Manalo moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, to approve consent calendar items 9A-9H.
Motion carried, 5-0
9A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolutions Adoptions on the Agenda and Read by Title Only
Recommendation: Waive Reading, by Title Only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions.
Said Ordinances and Resolutions Which Appear on the Public Agenda Shall Be Determined to Have Been Read by Title and Further Reading Waived. 9B. Accounts Payable Check Register – October 2025
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9C. City Financial Report - September 2025
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9D. AB 1234 Reporting
Recommendation: Receive and File.
9E. Resolution Regarding the Consideration of Adoption of California Department of Transportation’s Local Assistance Procedures
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 25-3069, Adopting the California Department of Transportation’s Local Assistance Procedure Manual Chapter 10: Consulting Selection
9F. Professional Services Agreement with Dudek for Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) Consulting Services
Recommendation: Approve and Authorize the City Manager To Execute an Agreement With Dudek for the Development of the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) for an Amount Not-To-Exceed $386,298. 9G. Second Reading and Consideration of Adoption of Ordinance Related to Tattoo and Body Piercing and Permanent Cosmetic Establishments Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance 25-974, Amending Various Provisions of Chapter 2 of Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code To Modify Business Zoning Designations and Business Uses as They Pertain to Tattoo, Body Piercing, and Permanent Cosmetic Establishments; And find That the Proposed Ordinance Is Exempt From CEQA Pursuant to Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(4) and 15061(b)(3). 9H. Addition of Regular December Council Meeting
Recommendation: Approve the Addition of December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting at 7 p.m.
10. PUBLIC HEARING
10A. Second reading and consideration of Ordinance Regarding Updating Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Fire, Residential Codes, and Green Building Standards
Recommendation: Adopt Ordinance No. 25-975, Adopting by Reference Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2023 California Building Code; Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2023 California Electrical Code; Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2019 California Plumbing Code; Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2023 California Mechanical Code; Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2023 California Residential Code; Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2019 California Green Building Standards Code; Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2023 California Existing Building Code; And the 2022 California Fire Code; Together With Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees and Penalties; And Amending the Artesia Municipal Code; and find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
Acting Planning Manager Valdez provided staff report. Mayor Taj opened the public hearing. No public comments were provided. Mayor Taj closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Ramoso moved, seconded by Councilmember Ahir, to approve agenda item 10A, as recommended.
Motion carried, 5-0.
11. DISCUSSION
11A. Reappointment of Ad-Hoc Committee Members to Develop a Sister City Policy Recommendation: Appoint Two Council Members to the Sister City Policy Ad-Hoc Committee to Work with Staff to Explore and Develop a Sister City Policy.
Management Analyst Flores provided staff report. Councilmember Ramoso asked questions and/or provided comments. Councilmember Manalo nominated Councilmember Ramoso and Ahir.
Councilmember Manalo moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, to appoint Councilmember Ramoso and Ahir to the Sister City Policy Ad-Hoc Committee.
Motion carried, 5-0.
11B. Housing Element Implementation Plan and Professional Service Agreements with Willdan and Sagecrest
Recommendation: Approve, and Authorize the City Manager To Execute, the Following Professional Service Agreements With Willdan Engineering (Willdan) to Prepare Zoning and General Plan Amendments and Design Guidelines for an Amount Not-To-Exceed $375,000; With Sagecrest Planning + Environmental (Sagecrest) to Prepare Ministerial Residential Review Procedures for an Amount Not-To-Exceed $57,950; And With Willdan Financial Services (Willdan Financial) to Conduct an Affordable Housing and Commercial Linkage Study To Establish an Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fee for an Amount Not-To-Exceed $29,500 for this Project.
Deputy City Manager Burke provided staff report. City Attorney Nguyen provided input.
Mayor Pro Tem Trevino asked questions and/or provided comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Trevino moved, seconded by Councilmember Ramoso, to approve agenda item 11B, as recommended.
Motion carried, 5-0.
12. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Avalos provided updates. Parks & Recreation Manager Guerra provided input. The Council was in consensus to present a recognition to Veteran Jesse Lujan’s family at a date and time to be determined.
13. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:21 p.m.
Artesia City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – 6:30p.m.
City Council Chambers
18747 Clarkdale Avenue Artesia, CA 90701
1. CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL MEETING
Mayor Taj called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmembers Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir.
Staff Present: City Manager Avalos, Deputy City Manager Burke, Deputy City Attorney Papajohn, City Clerk Alderete, Finance Manager Murguia, Parks and Recreation Manager Guerra, Public Works Manager Sanchez, and Management Analyst Zambrano.
3. ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments could be provided, in person or submitted by email to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. on the date of the meeting. No public comments were provided.
4. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
4A. Posthumous Certificate of Recognition for Jesus "Jesse" Lujan A Certificate of Recognition was presented to Mr. Lujan’s family.
5. DISCUSSION
5A. Professional Services Agreement with New City America, Inc. for Business Improvement District (BID) Evaluation and Formation Services
City Manager Avalos introduced the item and provided input. Management Analyst Zambrano provided staff report. Mr. Li Mandri, New City America, Inc. provided presentation. Mayor Taj, Mayor Pro Tem Trevino, Councilmember Ramoso, Manalo, and Ahir asked questions and/or provided comments
Mayor Pro Tem Trevino moved, seconded by Councilmember Ahir, to approve the recommended contract with New City of America, Inc. for the Improvement District (BID) Evaluation and Formation Services which are not to exceed $131,000.
Motion carried, 5-0.
6. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to discuss the closed session items listed on the agenda at 8:10 p.m.
The City Council will recess to closed session to discuss the following items:
6A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: City Manager
7. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened in open session.
8. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
Deputy City Attorney Papajohn reported that there was no reportable action. He reported that at the next Regular City Council Meeting, there will be an item on the agenda for an amendment to the City Manager’s contract to adjust the salary.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:09 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9F.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 25-978, Amending Chapter 2 of Title 9, Article 45 of the Artesia Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Finding the Action To Be Statutorily Exempt From CEQA Under Public Resources Code § 21080.17.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council took action to waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 25-978 on December 15, 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.
Attachments
Ordinance 25-978.pdf
Ordinance 25-978 Exhibit A Clean.pdf
Ordinance 25-978 Exhibit A Redline.pdf
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ORDINANCE NO. 25-978
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF
TITLE 9, ARTICLE 45 OF THE ARTESIA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND
JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING
THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM
CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia, California (“City”) is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California; and WHEREAS, state law authorizes cities to act by ordinance to provide for the creation and regulation of accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) and junior accessory dwelling units (“JADUs”); and
WHEREAS, in recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, numerous bills that, among other things, amend various sections of the Government Code to impose new limits on local authority to regulate ADUs and JADUs; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed into law, further amendments to state ADU law; and
WHEREAS, new updates to state ADU law take effect on January 1, 2026, and for the City’s ADU ordinance to remain valid, it must be amended to reflect the most recent changes to state law; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend its local regulatory scheme for the construction of ADUs and JADUs to reflect the most recent changes to state law; and WHEREAS, on November 18,2025, the Planning Commission held a duly-noticed public hearing and considered the staff report, recommendations by staff, and public testimony concerning this proposed Ordinance. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to forward the Ordinance to the City Council with a recommendation in favor of its adoption; and
WHEREAS, on December 15, 2025, the City Council held a duly-noticed public hearing to consider the Ordinance, including: (1) the public testimony and agenda reports prepared in connection with the Ordinance, (2) the policy considerations discussed therein, and (3) the consideration and recommendation by the City’s Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Artesia does ordain as follows:
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SECTION 1. Incorporation. The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.
SECTION 2. CEQA. Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law. Therefore, adoption of the Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.
SECTION 3. General Plan. The City Council hereby finds that the adoption of the Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan as a matter of law under Government Code section 66314(c).
SECTION 4. Code Amendment. Chapter 2 of Title 9, Article 45 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended and restated to read in its entirety as provided in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance takes effect 30 days after its adoption.
SECTION 6. HCD Submittal. In accordance with Government Code sections 66326 and 66333.5, the City Clerk is directed to submit a copy of this Ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption.
SECTION 7. Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and post or publish this Ordinance as required by law.
SECTION 8. Custodian of Records. The custodian of records for this Ordinance is the City Clerk and the records comprising the administrative record are located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA.
SECTION 9. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity has no effect on the other provisions or applications of the Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any portion thereof. (Continues on next page)
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PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 12th day of January, 2026. ______________________________
RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________
JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT A
Amended ADU Regulations
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1 Title 9, Chapter 2, Article 45
Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units Section 9-2.4501 Purpose
The purpose of this article is to allow and regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in compliance with Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code.
Section 9-2.4502 Effect of Conforming.
An ADU or JADU that conforms to the standards in this article will not be:
(a) Deemed to be inconsistent with the city’s general plan and zoning designation for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(b) Deemed to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located. (c) Considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.
(d) Required to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, as defined in Section 9-2.4503(h) below. This does not prevent the city from enforcing compliance with applicable building standards in accordance with Health and Safety Code section 17980.12.
Section 9-2.4503 Definitions.
As used in this article, terms are defined as follows:
(a) “Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
(1) An efficiency unit, as defined by section 17958.1 of the California Health and Safety Code; and
(2) A manufactured home, as defined by section 18007 of the California Health and Safety Code.
(b) “Accessory structure” means a structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot.
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2 (c) “Complete independent living facilities” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.
(d) “Efficiency kitchen” means a kitchen that includes all of the following:
(1) A cooking facility with appliances.
(2) A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
(e) “Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” means a residential unit that satisfies all of the following:
(1) It is no more than 500 square feet of interior livable space in size. (2) It is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family structure. An enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure. (3) It includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure.
(4) If the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed single-family structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
(5) It includes an efficiency kitchen, as defined in subsection (d) above. (f) “Livable space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.
(g) “Living area” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. (h) “Nonconforming zoning condition” means a physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards.
(i) “Passageway” means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU or JADU.
(j) “Proposed dwelling” means a dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting.
(k) “Public transit” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public. 65344.00030\44372615.2
3 (l) “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another.
Section 9-2.4504 Approvals.
The following approvals apply to ADUs and JADUs created under this section:
(a) Ministerial ADU and Building Permits Required. Every ADU and JADU requires an ADU permit and a building permit. The city will review and approve permit applications in accordance with subsection (c) below.
(b) Processing Fee. The city may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the city’s ADU ordinance. The ADU-permit processing fee is determined by the director of community development and approved by the city council by resolution.
(c) Process and Timing.
(1) Completeness.
(A) Determination in 15 days. The city will determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or JADU is complete and will provide written notice of the determination to the applicant within 15 business days after the city receives the application submittal.
(B) Incomplete items. If the city’s determination under subsection (c)(1)(A) above is that the application is incomplete, the city’s notice must list the incomplete items and describe how the application can be made complete. (C) Cure. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, the applicant may cure and address the items that were deemed by the city to be incomplete.
(D) Subsequent submittals. If the applicant submits additional information to address incomplete items, within 15 business days of the subsequent submittal the city will determine in writing whether the additional information remedies all the incomplete items that the city identified in its original notice. The city may not require the application to include an item that was not included in the original notice.
(E) Deemed complete. If the city does not make a timely determination as required by this subsection (1), the application or resubmitted application is deemed complete for the purposes of subsection (c)(3) below. (F) Appeal of incompleteness. An applicant may appeal the city’s determination that the application is incomplete by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the completeness determination and provide a 65344.00030\44372615.2
4 final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
(2) No discretion or hearing. Ministerial permits for an ADU or JADU are considered and approved without discretionary review or a hearing. (3) Deadline to approve or deny ministerial approvals. The city must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the city receives a complete application. If the city has not approved or denied the complete application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
(A) The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60-day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay, or
(B) When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the city may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the city acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing.
(4) Denial. If the city denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the city must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application may be remedied by the applicant. Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60-day time period established by subsection (c)(3) above.
(5) Appeal of denial. An applicant may appeal the city’s denial of the application by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the denial and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal. (6) Concurrent review of demolition. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time.
(d) Classes.
(1) Class 1: Statutorily Regulated. Class 1 ADUs and JADUs are approved under Government Code section 66323. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in Section 9-2.4505, it is allowed in each of the scenarios provided in this subsection (d)(1). An ADU and JADU approved under subsection (d)(1)(A) may be combined with an ADU approved under subsection (d)(1)(B), and ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1)(C) may be combined with ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1)(D).
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5 (A) Converted on Lot with Single-Family: One ADU as described in this subsection (d)(1)(A) and one JADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on it, where the ADU or JADU:
(i) Is either: within the space of a proposed single-family dwelling; within the existing space of an existing single-family dwelling; or (in the case of an ADU only) within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if the expansion is limited to accommodating ingress and egress; and (ii) Has exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling; and
(iii) Has side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by applicable building and fire codes.
(iv) The JADU complies with the requirements of Government Code sections 66333 through 66339.
(B) Limited Detached on Lot with Single-Family: One detached, newconstruction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, if the detached ADU satisfies each of the following limitations:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. (ii) The total floor area is 800 square feet of livable space or smaller. (iii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in Section 9-2.4505(b).
(C) Converted on Lot with Multifamily: One or more ADUs within portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, if each converted ADU complies with state building standards for dwellings. Under this subsection (d)(1)(C), at least one converted ADU is allowed within an existing multifamily dwelling, up to a quantity equal to 25 percent of the existing multifamily dwelling units.
(D) Limited Detached on Lot with Multifamily: No more than two detached ADUs on a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, if each detached ADU satisfies all of the following:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. If the existing multifamily dwelling has a rear or side yard setback of less than four feet, the city will not require any modification to the multifamily dwelling as a condition of approving the ADU.
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6 (ii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided Section 9-2.4505(b).
(iii) If the lot has an existing multifamily dwelling, the quantity of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
(2) Class 2: Locally Regulated. Class 2 ADUs are approved under Government Code sections 66314–66322. Except for Class 1 ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1) above, all ADUs are subject to the standards set forth in Sections 9-2.4505 and 9-
2.4506.
Section 9-2.4505 General Requirements.
The following requirements apply to all Class 1 and Class 2 ADUs and JADUs:
(a) Zoning.
(1) A Class 1 ADU approved under Section 9-2.4504(d)(1) may be created on a lot in a residential or mixed-use zone.
(2) A Class 2 ADU approved under Section 9-2.4504(d)(2) may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single-family dwelling residential use or multifamily dwelling residential use.
(3) In accordance with Government Code section 66333(a), a JADU may only be created on a lot zoned for single-family residences.
(b) Height.
(1) Except as otherwise provided by subsections (b)(2) and (b)(3) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit may not exceed 16 feet in height.
(2) A detached ADU may be up to 18 feet in height if it is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit that is located within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, and the ADU may be up to two additional feet in height (for a maximum of 20 feet) if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.
(3) A detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that has more than one story above grade may not exceed 18 feet in height. (4) An ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may not exceed 25 feet in height or the height limitation imposed by the underlying zone that applies to the primary 65344.00030\44372615.2
7 dwelling, whichever is lower. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this subsection (b)(4) may not exceed two stories.
(5) For purposes of this subsection (b), height is measured from existing legal grade or the level of the lowest floor, whichever is lower, to the peak of the structure. (c) Fire Sprinklers.
(1) Fire sprinklers are required in an ADU or JADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
(2) The construction of an ADU or JADU does not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. (d) Rental Term. No ADU or JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days.
This prohibition applies regardless of when the ADU or JADU was created. (e) No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but, except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341, no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamily lot). (f) Septic System. If the ADU or JADU will connect to an onsite wastewater-treatment system, the owner must include with the application a percolation test completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years. (g) Owner Occupancy.
(1) ADUs. ADUs are not subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. (2) JADUs.
(A) Generally. As required by state law, JADUs are generally subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property, in either the primary dwelling or JADU, as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence. (B) Exceptions. The owner-occupancy requirement in this subsection (g)(2) does not apply in either of the following situations:
(i) The JADU has separate sanitation facilities (i.e., does not share sanitation facilities with the existing primary dwelling unit structure).
(ii) The property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
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8 (h) Deed Restriction. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for an JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the County Recorder’s office and a copy filed with the Director. The deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners. The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the city and must provide that:
(1) The JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling. (2) The JADU is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this article.
(3) The deed restriction runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
(4) The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Code.
(5) The deed restriction is enforceable by the director or his or her designee for the benefit of the city. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the city is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit.
(i) Building & Safety.
(1) Must comply with building code. Subject to subsection (i)(2) below, all ADUs and JADUs must comply with all local building code requirements. (2) No change of occupancy. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the building official or Code Enforcement Division officer makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this subsection (i)(2) prevents the city from changing the occupancy code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this article.
(3) Certificate of Occupancy Timing.
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9 (A) Generally. No certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU may be issued before the certificate of occupancy is issued for the primary dwelling unit. (B) Limited Exception for State-declared Emergencies. Notwithstanding subsection (i)(3)(A) above, a certificate of occupancy for an ADU may be issued before a certificate of occupancy for the primary dwelling if each of the following requirements are met:
(i) The county is subject to a proclamation of a state of emergency made by the California Governor on or after February 1, 2025. (ii) The primary dwelling was substantially damaged or destroyed by an event referenced in the Governor’s state of emergency
proclamation.
(iii) The ADU has been issued construction permits and has passed all required inspections.
(iv) The ADU is not attached to the primary dwelling.
Section 9-2.4506 Specific ADU Requirements.
The following requirements apply only to Class 2 ADUs approved under Section 9-2.4504(d)(2).
This Section does not apply to Class 1 ADUs or JADUs approved under subsection Section 9-
2.4504(d)(1).
(a) Maximum Size.
(1) The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 is 850 square feet of interior livable space for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet of interior livable space for a unit with two or more bedrooms. (2) An attached ADU that is created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling is further limited to 50% of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling. (3) Application of other development standards in this Section 9-2.4506, such as lot coverage, might further limit the size of the ADU, but no application of the percentbased size limit in subsection (a)(2) above or a front setback or lot coverage limit may require the ADU have less than 800 square feet of interior livable space. (b) Setbacks.
(1) ADUs that are subject to this Section 9-2.4506 must conform to 4-foot side and rear setbacks.
(2) ADUs that are subject to this Section 9-2.4506 must conform to 25-foot front setbacks, subject to subsection (a)(3) above.
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10 (3) No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this Section 9-2.4506 if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
(c) Lot Coverage. No ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 may cause the total lot coverage of the lot to exceed 50%, subject to subsection (a)(3) above. (d) Passageway. No passageway, as defined by Section 9-2.4503(i) above, is required for an ADU.
(e) Parking.
(1) Generally. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU or bedroom, whichever is less. The parking space may be provided in setback areas or as tandem parking, as defined by Section 9-2.4503(l) above.
(2) Exceptions. No parking under subsection (e)(1) is required in the following situations:
(A) The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in Section 9-2.4503(k) above.
(B) The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
(C) The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
(D) When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
(E) When there is an established car share vehicle stop located within one block of the ADU.
(F) When the permit application to create an ADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the lot satisfies any other criteria listed in subsections (e)(2)(A) through (E) above.
(3) No Replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
(f) Architectural Requirements.
(1) The materials and colors of the exterior walls, roof, and windows and doors must be the same as those of the primary dwelling.
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11 (2) The roof slope must match that of the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling.
The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof. (3) The exterior lighting must be limited to down-lights or as otherwise required by the building or fire code.
(4) The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance, apart from that of the primary dwelling.
(5) The interior horizontal dimensions of an ADU must be at least 10 feet wide in every direction, with a minimum interior wall height of seven feet. (6) No window or door of the ADU may have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Each window and door must either be located where there is no direct line of sight or screened using fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass to prevent a direct line of sight.
(g) Historical Protections. An ADU that is on or within 600 feet of real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources must be located so as to not be visible from any public right-of-way.
(h) Allowed Stories. No ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 may have more than one story, except that an ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may have the stories allowed under Section 9-2.4505(b)(4).
Section 9-2.4507 Fees.
The following requirements apply to all Class 1 ADUs and JADUs approved under Section 9-
2.4504(d)(1) and Class 2 ADUs that are approved under Section 9-2.4504(d)(2). (a) Impact Fees.
(1) No impact fee is required for a JADU or for an ADU that has less than 750 square feet of interior livable space. For purposes of this subsection (a), “impact fee” means a “fee” under the Mitigation Fee Act (Gov. Code § 66000(b)) and a fee under the Quimby Act (Gov. Code § 66477). “Impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service. (2) A JADU or ADU with less than 500 square feet of interior livable space does not increase assessable space by 500 square feet for purposes of Education Code section 17620(a)(1)(C), and is therefore not subject to school fees under Education Code section 17620.
(3) Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that has 750 square feet or more of interior livable space must be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. (e.g., the floor area of the ADU, divided by the floor area of the primary dwelling, times the typical fee amount charged for a new dwelling.)
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12 (b) Utility Fees.
(1) If an ADU or JADU is constructed with a new single-family home, a separate utility connection directly between the ADU or JADU and the utility and payment of the normal connection fee and capacity charge for a new dwelling are required. (2) Except as described in subsection (b)(1), JADUs and converted ADUs on a singlefamily lot that are created under Section 9-2.4504(d)(1)(A) above are not required to have a new or separate utility connection directly between the JADU or ADU and the utility. Nor is a connection fee or capacity charge required. Notwithstanding the rest of this paragraph, a direct utility connection is required for separate conveyance of an ADU when separate conveyance is allowed under this code. (3) Except as described in subsection (b)(1), all ADUs that are not covered by subsection (b)(2) require a new, separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility for any utility that is provided by the city. All utilities that are not provided by the city are subject to the connection and fee requirements of the utility provider.
(A) The connection is subject to a connection fee or capacity charge that is proportionate to the burden created by the ADU based on either the floor area or the number of drainage-fixture units (DFU) values, as defined by the Uniform Plumbing Code, upon the water or sewer system.
(B) The portion of the fee or charge that is charged by the city may not exceed the reasonable cost of providing this service.
Section 9-2.4508 Nonconforming Zoning Code Conditions, Building Code Violations, and Unpermitted Structures.
(a) Generally. The city will not deny an ADU or JADU application due to a nonconforming zoning condition, building code violation, or unpermitted structure on the lot that does not present a threat to the public health and safety and that is not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU.
(b) Unpermitted ADUs and JADUs constructed before 2020. (1) Permit to Legalize. As required by state law, the city may not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if denial is based on either of the following grounds:
(A) The ADU or JADU violates applicable building standards, or (B) The ADU or JADU does not comply with state ADU or JADU law or this ADU ordinance (Section 9-2.4501 et seq.)
(2) Exceptions:
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13 (i) Notwithstanding subsection (b)(1) above, the city may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the city makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3. (ii) Subsection (b)(1) above does not apply to a building that is deemed to be substandard in accordance with California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3.
Section 9-2.4509 Parcels Created Under Government Code Section 66499.41 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary set forth in this article, no ADU or JADU may be created on a parcel resulting from a subdivision under Government Code section 66499.41. (Gov. Code, § 66499.41(g).)
Title 9, Chapter 2, Article 45
Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units §Section 9-2.4501. Purpose.
The purpose of this article is to allow and regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in compliance with Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code.
§Section 9-2.4502. Effect of Conforming.
An ADU or JADU that conforms to the standards in this sectionarticle will not be:
(a) Deemed to be inconsistent with the City'scity’s general plan and zoning designation for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(b) Deemed to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located. (c) Considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.
(d) Required to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, as defined in Section 9-2.4503(h) below. This does not prevent the Citycity from enforcing compliance with applicable building standards in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sectionsection 17980.12.
§Section 9-2.4503. Definitions.
As used in this article, terms are defined as follows:
(a) "“Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU"” means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
(1) An efficiency unit, as defined by Sectionsection 17958.1 of the California Health and Safety Code; and
(2) A manufactured home, as defined by Sectionsection 18007 of the California Health and Safety Code.
(b) "“Accessory structure"” means a structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot.
(c) "“Complete independent living facilities"” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.
(d) "“Efficiency kitchen"” means a kitchen that includes all of the following:
(1) A cooking facility with appliances.
(2) A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
(e) "“Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU"” means a residential unit that satisfies all of the following:
(1) It is no more than 500 square feet of interior livable space in size. (2) It is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family structure.
An enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure. (3) It includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure.
(4) If the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed single-family structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
(5) It includes an efficiency kitchen, as defined in Subsection (d)subsection (d) above.
(f) "“Livable space"” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation. (g) "“Living area"” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. (h) "“Nonconforming zoning condition"” means a physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards. (i) "“Passageway"” means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU or JADU. (j) "“Proposed dwelling"” means a dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting. (k) "“Public transit"” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public. (l) “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another. §Section 9-2.4504. Approvals.
The following approvals apply to ADUs and JADUs created under this article.section:
(a) Building-Permit Only. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in Section 9-2.4505, it is allowed with only a building permit in the following scenarios:
(a) Ministerial ADU and Building Permits Required. Every ADU and JADU requires an ADU permit and a building permit. The city will review and approve permit applications in accordance with subsection (c) below.
(b) Processing Fee. The city may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the city’s ADU ordinance. The ADU-permit processing fee is determined by the director of community development and approved by the city council by resolution. (c) Process and Timing.
(1) Completeness.
(A) Determination in 15 days. The city will determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or JADU is complete and will provide written notice of the determination to the applicant within 15 business days after the city receives the application submittal. (B) Incomplete items. If the city’s determination under subsection (c)(1)(A) above is that the application is incomplete, the city’s notice must list the incomplete items and describe how the application can be made complete.
(C) Cure. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, the applicant may cure and address the items that were deemed by the city to be incomplete.
(D) Subsequent submittals. If the applicant submits additional information to address incomplete items, within 15 business days of the subsequent submittal the city will determine in writing whether the additional information remedies all the incomplete items that the city identified in its original notice. The city may not require the application to include an item that was not included in the original notice. (E) Deemed complete. If the city does not make a timely determination as required by this subsection (1), the application or resubmitted application is deemed complete for the purposes of subsection (c)(3) below.
(F) Appeal of incompleteness. An applicant may appeal the city’s determination that the application is incomplete by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the completeness determination and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
(2) No discretion or hearing. Ministerial permits for an ADU or JADU are considered and approved without discretionary review or a hearing. (3) Deadline to approve or deny ministerial approvals. The city must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the city receives a complete application. If the city has not approved or denied the complete application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
(A) The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60-day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay, or (B) When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the city may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the city acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing.
(4) Denial. If the city denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the city must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application may be remedied by the applicant. Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60-day time period established by subsection (c)(3) above.
(5) Appeal of denial. An applicant may appeal the city’s denial of the application by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the denial and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
(6) Concurrent review of demolition. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time.
(d) Classes.
(1) Class 1: Statutorily Regulated. Class 1 ADUs and JADUs are approved under Government Code section 66323. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in Section 9-2.4505, it is allowed in each of the scenarios provided in this subsection (d)(1). An ADU and JADU approved under subsection (d)(1)(A) may be combined with an ADU approved under subsection (d)(1)(B), and ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1)(C) may be combined with ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1)(D). (A) (1) Converted on Single-Family Lot. with Single-Family: One ADU as described in this subsection (d)(1)(A) and one JADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on it, where the ADU or JADU:
(i) Is either: within the space of a proposed single-family dwelling; within the existing space of an existing single-family dwelling; or (in the case of an ADU only) within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if the expansion is limited to accommodating ingress and egress; and
(ii) Has exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling; and
(iii) Has side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by applicable building and fire codes; and.
(iv) The JADU complies with the requirements of Government Code Sectionssections 66333 through 66339.
(B) (2) Limited Detached on Single-Family Lot. with Single-Family:
One detached, new constructionnew-construction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (in addition to any JADU that might otherwise be established on the lot under Subsection (a)(1)(i) above, if the detached ADU satisfies each of the following limitations:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. (ii) The total floor area is 800 square feet of livable space or smaller. (iii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in Section 9-2.4505(b) below(b).
(C) (3) Converted on Multi-Family Lot. with Multifamily: One or more ADUs within portions of existing multi-familymultifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including, but not limited to, storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, if each converted ADU complies with Statestate building standards for dwellings. Under this subsection (d)(1)(C), at least one converted ADU is allowed within an existing multi-familymultifamily dwelling, up to a quantity equal to 25% percent of the existing multi-familymultifamily dwelling units.
(D) (4) Limited Detached on Multifamily Lot. with Multifamily: No more than two detached ADUs on a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, if each detached ADU satisfies all of the following:
(i) The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. If the existing multifamily dwelling has a rear or side yard setback of less than four feet, the Citycity will not require any modification to the multifamily dwelling as a condition of approving the ADU.
(ii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided in Section 9-2.4505(b)(b).
(iii) If the lot has an existing multifamily dwelling, the quantity of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
(2) Class 2: Locally Regulated. Class 2 ADUs are approved under Government Code sections 66314–66322. Except for Class 1 ADUs approved under subsection (d)(1) above, all ADUs are subject to the standards set forth in Sections 9-2.4505 and 9-2.4506.
(b) ADU Permit.
(1) Except as allowed under Subsection (a) above, no ADU may be created without a building permit and an ADU permit in compliance with the standards set forth in Sections 9-2.4505 and 9-2.4506.
(2) The City may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the City's ADU ordinance.
The ADU permit processing fee is determined by the Director of Community Development and approved by the City Council by resolution. (c) Process and Timing.
(1) An ADU permit is considered and approved ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing.
(2) The City must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the City receives a completed application. If the City has not approved or denied the completed application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
(i) The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60 day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay; or
(ii) When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multi-family dwelling on the lot, the City may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the City acts on the permit application to create the new singlefamily or multi-family dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing.
(3) If the City denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the City must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application may be remedied by the applicant. Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60 day time period established by Subsection (c)(2) above.
(4) A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time. §Section 9-2.4505. General ADU and JADU Requirements.
The following requirements apply to all Class 1 and Class 2 ADUs and JADUs that are approved under Section 9-2.4504(a) or (b):
(a) (a) Zoning.
(1) (A Class 1) An ADU or JADU subject only to a building permitapproved under Section 9-2.4504(a)
(d)(1)
may be created on a lot in a Residential or Mixed-Use Zoneresidential or mixed-use zone.
(2) AnA Class 2 ADU or JADU subject to an ADU permitapproved under Section 9-
2.4504(b)(d)(2) may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single-family dwelling residential use or multi-familymultifamily dwelling residential use. (3) In accordance with Government Code Sectionsection 66333(a), a JADU may only be created on a lot zoned for single-family residences.
(b) (b) Height.
(1) Except as otherwise provided by the subsections (b)(2) and (b)(3) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multi-familysingle family or multifamily dwelling unit may not exceed 16 feet in height. (2) A detached ADU may be up to 18 feet in height if it is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multi-familysingle family or multifamily dwelling unit that is located within 1/2one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, and the ADU may be up to two additional feet in height (for a maximum of 20 feet) if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit. (3) A detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamilymultifamily dwelling that has more than one story above grade may not exceed 18 feet in height.
(4) An ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may not exceed 25 feet in height or the height limitation imposed by the underlying zone that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this Subsection (b)subsection (b)(4) may not exceed two stories. (5) For purposes of this Subsection (b)subsection (b), height is measured abovefrom existing legal grade or the level of the lowest floor, whichever is lower, to the peak of the structure.
(c) (c) Fire Sprinklers.
(1) Fire sprinklers are required in an ADU or JADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
(2) The construction of an ADU or JADU does not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. (d) (d) Rental Term. No ADU or JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days. This prohibition applies regardless of when the ADU or JADU was created. (e) (e) No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but, except as otherwise provided in Government Code Sectionsection 66341, no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamilymultifamily lot). (f) (f) Septic System. If the ADU or JADU will connect to an onsite wastewater-treatment system, the owner must include with the application a percolation test completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years. (g) (g) Owner Occupancy.
(1) An ADU that is permitted after January 1, 2020, but before January 1, 2025, isADUs. ADUs are not subject to anyan owner-occupancy requirement. (2) Unless applicable law requires otherwise, all ADUs that are permitted on or after January 1, 2025 are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property as the person's legal domicile and permanent residence.JADUs. (A) (3) Generally. As required by Statestate law, all JADUs are generally subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property, in either the primary dwelling or JADU, as the person'sperson’s legal domicile and permanent residence. However, the owner-occupancy requirement in this Subsection (g) does not apply if the (B) Exceptions. The owner-occupancy requirement in this subsection (g)(2) does not apply in either of the following situations:
(i) The JADU has separate sanitation facilities (i.e., does not share sanitation facilities with the existing primary dwelling unit structure).
(ii) The property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
(h) (h) Deed Restriction. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the County Recorder'sRecorder’s office and a copy filed with the Director of Community Development. The deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners.
The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the Citycity and must provide that:
(1) Except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 66341, the ADU orThe JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling. (2) The ADU or JADU is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this sectionarticle.
(3) The deed restriction runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
(4) The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the ADU or JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the ADU or JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the ADU or JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director'sDirector’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the ADU or JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an ADU or JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Code.
(5) (5) The deed restriction is enforceable by the Director ordirector or his or her designee for the benefit of the Citycity. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the Citycity is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the ADU or JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit. (i) (i) Building and& Safety.
(1) Must Complycomply with Building Codebuilding code. Subject to this Subsection (i)subsection (i)(2) below, all ADUs and JADUs must comply with all local Building Codebuilding code requirements.
(2) No Changechange of Occupancyoccupancy. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local Building Codebuilding code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the Building Official or Plan Check Engineerbuilding official or Code Enforcement Division officer makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this Subsection (i)subsection (i)(2) prevents the Citycity from changing the occupancy code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this sectionarticle.
(3) Certificate of Occupancy Timing.
(A) Generally. No certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU may be issued before the certificate of occupancy is issued for the primary dwelling unit.
(B) Limited Exception for State-declared Emergencies.
Notwithstanding subsection (i)(3)(A) above, a certificate of occupancy for an ADU may be issued before a certificate of occupancy for the primary dwelling if each of the following requirements are met:
(i) The county is subject to a proclamation of a state of emergency made by the California Governor on or after February 1, 2025. (ii) The primary dwelling was substantially damaged or destroyed by an event referenced in the Governor’s state of emergency proclamation.
(iii) The ADU has been issued construction permits and has passed all required inspections.
(iv) The ADU is not attached to the primary dwelling.
§Section 9-2.4506. Specific ADU Requirements.
The following requirements apply only to Class 2 ADUs that require an ADU permitapproved under Section 9-4.4504(b).9-2.4504(d)(2). This Section does not apply to Class 1 ADUs or JADUs approved under subsection Section 9-2.4504(d)(1).
(a) (a) Maximum Size.
(1) The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this subsectionSection 9-2.4506 is 850 square feet of interior livable space for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet of interior livable space for a unit with two or more bedrooms. (2) An attached ADU that is created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling is further limited to 50% of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling. (3) Application of other development standards in this subsectionSection 9-2.4506, such as FAR or lot coverage, might further limit the size of the ADU, but no application of the percent-based size limit in subsection (a)(2) above or of an FAR,a front setback, or lot coverage limit, or open space requirement may require the ADU to behave less than 800 square feet of interior livable space.
(b) (b) Setbacks.
(1) An ADUADUs that isare subject to this Section 9-2.4506 must conform to a 25 4- foot front-yard setback, subject to Subsection (a)(3)side and rear setbacks. (2) An ADUADUs that isare subject to this sectionSection 9-2.4506 must conform to four 25-foot side- andfront setbacks, subject to subsection (a)(3) above. rear-yard setbacks.
(3) (3) No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this Section 9-
2.4506 if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
(c) (c) Lot Coverage. No ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 may cause the total lot coverage of the lot to exceed 50%, subject to Subsection (a)(3) abovesubsection (a)(3) above.
(d) Minimum Open Space. No ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 may cause the total percentage of open space of the lot to fall below 50%, subject to Subsection (a)(3) above.
(d) (e) Passageway. No passageway, as defined by Section 9-2.4503(i)(i) above, is required for an ADU.
(e) (f) Parking.
(1) No Parking Required. California Government Code Section 66322 prohibits the City from requiring an off-street parking space for an ADU that is located within 1/2 mile walking distance of public transit. All lots in the City that are eligible for the creation of an ADU subject to this section are located within 1/2 mile walking distance of public transit. Consequently, no off-street parking is required for an ADU subject to this subsection.
(1) Generally. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU or bedroom, whichever is less. The parking space may be provided in setback areas or as tandem parking, as defined by Section (l) above.
(2) Exceptions. No parking under subsection (e)(1) is required in the following situations:
(A) The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in Section (k) above.
(B) The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
(C) The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
(D) When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
(E) When there is an established car share vehicle stop located within one block of the ADU.
(F) When the permit application to create an ADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the lot satisfies any other criteria listed in subsections (e)(2)(A) through (E) above. (3) (2) No Replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
(f) (g) Architectural Requirements.
(1) The materials and colors of the exterior walls, roof, and windows and doors must be the same as those of the primary dwelling.
(2) The roof slope must match that of the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.
(3) The exterior lighting must be limited to down-lights or as otherwise required by the Buildingbuilding or Fire Codefire code.
(4) The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance, apart from that of the primary dwelling.
(5) The interior horizontal dimensions of an ADU must be at least 10 feet wide in every direction, with a minimum interior wall height of seven feet. (6) No window or door of the ADU may have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Each window and door must either be located where there is no direct line of sight or screened using fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass to prevent a direct line of sight.
(7) All windows and doors in an ADU are less than 30 feet from a property line that is not a public right-of-way line must either be (for windows) clerestory with the bottom of the glass at least six feet above the finished floor, or (for windows and for doors) utilize frosted or obscure glass.
(h) Landscape Requirements. Evergreen landscape screening must be planted and maintained between the ADU and adjacent parcels as follows:
(1) At least one fifteen (15) gallon size plant shall be provided for every five linear feet of exterior wall. Alternatively, at least one twenty-four(24) inch box size plant shall be provided for every 10 linear feet of exterior wall. (2) Plant specimens must be at least six feet tall when installed. As an alternative, a solid fence of at least six feet in height may be installed. (3) All landscaping must be drought-tolerant.
(g) (i) Historical Protections. An ADU that is on or within 600 feet of real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources must be located so as to not be visible from any public right-of-way.
(h) Allowed Stories. No ADU subject to this Section 9-2.4506 may have more than one story, except that an ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may have the stories allowed under Section 9-2.4505(b)(4).
§Section 9-2.4507. Fees.
The following requirements apply to all Class 1 ADUs and JADUs approved under Section 9-
2.4504(d)(1) and Class 2 ADUs that are approved under Section 9-2.4504(a) or (b)(d)(2). (a) (a) Impact Fees.
(1) No impact fee is required for a JADU or for an ADU that ishas less than 750 square feet in sizeof interior livable space. For purposes of this subsection (a), "“impact fee"” means a "“fee"” under the Mitigation Fee Act (GovernmentGov. Code Section§ 66000(b)) and a fee under the Quimby Act (GovernmentGov. Code Section§ 66477). "“Impact fee"” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.
(2) A JADU or ADU with less than 500 square feet of interior livable space does not increase assessable space by 500 square feet for purposes of Education Code section 17620(a)(1)(C), and is therefore not subject to school fees under Education Code section 17620.
(3) (2) Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that ishas 750 square feet or larger in sizemore of interior livable space must be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. (e.g., the floor area of the ADU, divided by the floor area of the primary dwelling, times the typical fee amount charged for a new dwelling).)
(b) (b) Utility Fees.
(1) If an ADU or JADU is constructed with a new single-family home, a separate utility connection directly between the ADU or JADU and the utility and payment of the normal connection fee and capacity charge for a new dwelling are required. (2) Except as described in Subsection (b)(1),subsection (b)(1), JADUs and converted ADUs on a single-family
lot that are created under Section 9-2.4504(a)(1)(d)(1)(A) above are not required to have a new or separate utility connection directly between the JADU or ADU and the utility. Nor is a connection fee or capacity charge required.
Notwithstanding the rest of this paragraph, a direct utility connection is required for separate conveyance of an ADU when separate conveyance is allowed under this code.
(3) (3) Except as described in Subsection (b)(1)subsection (b)(1), all ADUs that are not covered by Subsection (b)(2)subsection (b)(2) require a new, separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility. for any utility that is provided by the city. All utilities that are not provided by the city are subject to the connection and fee requirements of the utility provider. (A) (i) The connection is subject to a connection fee or capacity charge that is proportionate to the burden created by the ADU based on either the floor area or the number of drainage fixturedrainage-fixture units (DFU) values, as defined by the Uniform Plumbing Code, upon the water or sewer system.
(B) (ii) The portion of the fee or charge that is charged by the Citycity may not
exceed the reasonable cost of providing this service.
§Section 9-2.4508. Nonconforming Zoning Code Conditions, Building Code Violations, and Unpermitted Structures.
(a) Generally. The Citycity will not deny an ADU or JADU application due to a nonconforming zoning condition, building code violation, or unpermitted structure on the lot that does not present a threat to the public health and safety and that is not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU.
(b) Unpermitted ADUs and JADUs constructed before 2020. (1) (1) Permit to Legalize. As required by Statestate law, the Citycity may not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if denial is based on either of the following grounds:
(A) (i) The ADU or JADU violates applicable building standards, or (B) (ii) The ADU or JADU does not comply with Statestate ADU or JADU law or this ADU ordinance (Section 9-2.4501 et seq.). (2) (2) Exceptions.:
(i) Notwithstanding subsection (b)(1)(b)(1) above, the Citycity may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the Citycity makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in California Health and Safety Code Sectionsection 17920.3.
(ii) Subsection (b)(1)(b)(1) above does not apply to a building that is deemed to be substandard in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Sectionsection 17920.3.
Section 9-2.4509 Parcels Created Under Government Code Section 66499.41 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary set forth in this article, no ADU or JADU may be created on a parcel resulting from a subdivision under Government Code section 66499.41. (Gov. Code, § 66499.41(g).)
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9G.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Second Reading and Consideration of Ordinance Making Minor Corrections and Cleanup Amendments to Various Sections of the Artesia Municipal Code FROM: Jennifer Alderete, City Clerk
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Open and conduct the Public Hearing and then waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 25-976, Amending Various Sections of Title 1, Title 3, Title 5, and Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code, To Make Minor Refinements, Corrections, and Clean-up Amendments; And Adding Article 10 to Chapter 4 of Title 4 Regulating Temporary Street Closures; And Determining the Ordinance To Be Exempt From CEQA; and
2. Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(5) and 15061(b)(3).
BACKGROUND:
The City Council took action to waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 25-976 on December 15, 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no fiscal impact associated with the approval of this item.
Attachments
Ordinance 25-976.pdf
ORDINANCE NO. 25-976
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 1, TITLE 3, TITLE 5,
AND TITLE 9 OF THE ARTESIA MUNICIPAL CODE,
TO MAKE MINOR REFINEMENTS, CORRECTIONS,
AND CLEAN-UP AMENDMENTS; AND ADDING
ARTICLE 10 TO CHAPTER 4 OF TITLE 4
REGULATING TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES;
AND DETERMINING THE ORDINANCE TO BE
EXEMPT FROM CEQA
WHEREAS, the City of Artesia (“City”) desires to update various sections in Title 1, Title 3, Title 5, and Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code (“AMC”), described particularly in this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, such revisions are intended to, among other things, refine and clarify existing Municipal Code provisions, correct clerical errors, or provide consistency within the Code; and
WHEREAS, the City is authorized under its police power to enact regulations to preserve the public health and safety; and WHEREAS, the City specifically desires to amend sections of Title 9 of the AMC (“Zoning Code”) to correct clerical errors and provide consistency with the Code in light of the recent adoption of the Artesia Downtown Specific Plan, including removal of references to the now obsolete South Street Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to add Article 10 to Chapter 4 of Title 4 of the AMC to regulate the process for temporary street closures for special events for the safety and protection of the public as authorized by Vehicle Code Section 21101; and
WHEREAS, on November 18, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed cleanup amendments to Title 9 (“Zoning Code”), and following receipt of all public testimony, closed the public hearing on that date and adopted Resolution No. 2025-021P, recommending the City Council adopt the amendments to the Zoning Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on December 15, 2025, at which members of the public were afforded an opportunity to comment on the Ordinance, the recommendations of staff, and other public testimony; and
WHEREAS, all legal preconditions to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the Recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein.
SECTION 2. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because the Ordinance is not a CEQA “project” pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5), which provides that organizational and administrative activities of governments that will not result in physical environmental impacts are not CEQA projects, and here the proposed amendments refine and clarify Municipal Code provisions and correct clerical errors. Further, the City Council finds that State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) exempts those activities for which it can be seen with certainty that there is no potential to result in significant environmental effects. The Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance refines, clarifies, and corrects clerical errors in the Municipal Code and does not propose nor authorize any action that would have the potential to cause a physical change in the environment, directly or indirectly.
Further, the Ordinance has no potential to result in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly, as the Ordinance merely regulates temporary street closures. The City Council directs staff to file a notice of exemption within five days of the adoption of this Ordinance.
SECTION 3. General Plan Consistency. Based on the entire record before the City Council, and all written and oral evidence presented, the City Council hereby finds that this Ordinance’s amendments to the Municipal Code are consistent with the City’s adopted General Plan. The purpose of the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code is to make certain clean-up amendments, refinements, and corrections of clerical errors and to ensure that the Municipal Code is consistent and clear. It is further the purpose of this Ordinance to add certain sections to the Municipal Code related to the regulation of temporary street closures. Therefore, the amendments are consistent with the General Plan.
SECTION 4. Amendment. Section 1-2.06 of Title 1 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 1-2.06 Fees, Charges, Licenses, Assessments, and Taxes Subject to Late Penalties and InterestMade a Civil Debt.
(a) The amount of any fee, service charge, utility charge, license, assessment, or tax, or any debt otherwise owed to the City of any nature whatsoever imposed by any provision of this Code, agreement, operation of law, or court order shall be subject to late penalties and interest as provided herein deemed a civil debt owing to the City. An action may be commenced in the name of the City in any court of competent jurisdiction for the collection of the amount of any such delinquent or unpaid fee, service charge, utility charge, license, or tax, together with any penalties applicable thereto as prescribed in this Code. The remedy prescribed by this section shall be cumulative, and the use of an action to collect such an amount as a debt by civil action shall not bar the use of any other remedy provided by this Code or by law for the purpose of enforcing the provisions thereof. As a general penalty, any such late or unpaid fee, service charge, utility charge, license, assessment, tax, or any debt otherwise owed to the City shall be subject to the following provisions unless subject to other specific provisions of this Code or State statute related to such penalties and interest:
(1) Penalty. A penalty of ten percent (10%) shall be added to the unpaid amount outstanding;
(2) Interest. In addition to the penalty imposed, interest at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month, or fraction thereof, on the amount outstanding, exclusive of penalties, shall be imposed from the date on which the debt owed became delinquent and shall continue to accrue until paid;
(3) Penalties and Interest Merged with Debt. Every penalty imposed, and such interest as accrues pursuant to the provisions of this subsection, shall become a part of the debt owed and required to be paid by the provisions of this section; and
(4) Appeal of Penalty and Interest Imposed. Any person aggrieved by any penalty and interest charges imposed upon them for a delinquent debt owed to the City may appeal such penalty and interest charges. To file an appeal, the person must tender full payment of the debt owed to the City, including all penalty and interest charges owed at the time of filing the appeal. The appeal procedures subject to this section shall be those appeal provisions described in sections 3-1.507 through 3-
1.509, as may be amended, of this Code. Except that in lieu of the City Council conducting the appeal hearing pursuant to section 3-
1.509, the City Manager, or their designee, shall act as the hearing officer for the appeal (the “Hearing Officer”). All decisions by the Hearing Officer shall be final and binding upon the parties. (b) The amount of any fee, service charge, utility charge, license, assessment, tax, or any debt otherwise owed to the City of any nature whatsoever imposed by any provision of this Code, agreement, operation of law, or court order shall be deemed a civil debt owed to the City. An action may be commenced in the name of the City in any court of competent jurisdiction for the collection of the amount of any such delinquent or unpaid fee, service charge, utility charge, license, assessment, tax, or any debt otherwise owed to the City, together with any penalties and interest applicable thereto as provided by this section or elsewhere in this Code. The remedy prescribed by this section shall be cumulative, and the use of an action to collect such an amount as a debt by civil action shall not bar the use of any other remedy provided by this Code or by law for the purpose of enforcing the provisions thereof.” SECTION 5. Amendment. Section 1-7.02 of Title 1 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 1-7.02 Definitions.
"Administrative fine" shall mean the monetary sanction established by resolution of the City Council that is imposed by a citation in accordance with Government Code Section 53069.4, as may be amended from time to time. "Citation" shall mean an administrative citation that is issued to a responsible person pursuant to this chapter.
"Citee" shall mean a responsible person to whom a citation is issued. "City" shall mean the City of Artesia, California.
"City manager" shall mean the chief administrative official of the City as appointed by the City Council.
"Civil fine" shall mean the monetary sanction established by resolution of the City Council that is imposed by a citation in accordance with Penal Code Section 19 and Government Code Section 36900(b), as may be amended from time to time. "Code" shall mean the entire Artesia Municipal Code, including all Los Angeles County and State codes adopted by reference into the Artesia Municipal Code, and any uncodified ordinance adopted by the City.
"Enforcement official" shall mean any City employee with obligations under Section 2-4.601 to enforce the Code and any employee of another public agency that is contracted to provide services to the City and authorized to enforce provisions of the Code, including, without limitation, the City's Police Department. The City Manager may designate additional persons to act as enforcement officials for purposes of implementing the provisions of this chapter. "Hearing officer" shall mean and include a public entity, organization, association or person, or a public official, or duly constituted reviewing authority or commission that is designated by the City Manager pursuant to the standards contained in Section 1-7.11 of this chapter.
"Notice of violation—warning" shall mean a written notice to a responsible person that a violation of this Code has occurred. This notice shall constitute and state that the responsible person is being warned that an administrative citation assessing a fine may be issued if the violation is not terminated or abated within the time stated in the Notice of Violation.
"Owner" shall mean and include any person having legal title to, or who leases, rents, occupies or has charge, control or possession of, or responsibility for, any real property in the City, including all persons identified as owners on the last equalized assessment roll of the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office. An owner of personal property or animals shall be any person who has legal title, charge, control or possession of, or responsibility for, the personal property. An owner may include an agent, manager or representative thereof. The owner of any premises within the City has the primary responsibility for keeping said premises free of public nuisances and shall be strictly liable for violations of this Code, along with their tenants and occupants. Tenants and occupants of the premises, for the purposes of this chapter, shall be deemed to be the agents of the owner. "Person" shall mean and include any individual, partnership of any kind, a corporation of any kind, limited liability company, association, joint venture or other organization or entity, however formed, as well as fiduciaries, trustees, heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns, or any combination of such persons. "Person" also includes any public entity or agency that acts as an owner in the City.
"Property or premises" shall mean any real property, or improvements thereon, or portions thereof, as the case may be. "Property" includes any parkway, streets, alleys, sidewalks, right-of-ways or unimproved public easement abutting such real property. "Property" shall also include all forms of personal property or animals, where applicable.
"Responsible person" shall mean any person or legal entity whom the enforcement official determines is responsible for causing, permitting, maintaining or allowing a violation of the Artesia Municipal Code. The term “responsible person” includes, but is not limited to, a property owner, tenant, or person in possession of real property; or an owner or authorized agent of any business, company or entity; or the holder or the agent of the holder of any permit or entitlement; or any person who has an ownership interest in that property; or any person who although not an owner, nevertheless has a legal right or a legal obligation to exercise possession and control over the property. Additionally, the term "responsible person" shall also include any parent or legal guardian having custody and control of a minor whom the enforcement official determines is responsible for causing, allowing, or maintaining any violation of this Code, as may be amended. "Violation" shall mean an act or omission of any act, or use or condition that constitutes an offense of the Code, as well as a breach or violation of any condition of a permit, approval or license issued pursuant to the Code.” SECTION 6. Amendment. Section 1-7.03 of Title 1 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 1-7.03 Administrative Citation.
(a) Any responsible person who violates any section of this Code, or who breaches or violates any condition of a permit, approval or license issued pursuant to this Code, may be issued an administrative citation by an enforcement official as provided in this chapter.
(b) If the violation pertains to building, plumbing, electrical or other similar structural or zoning issues, that do not create an immediate danger to health and safety, then the responsible person shall be issued a Notice of Violation—Warning only on the first violation. The Notice of Violation—Warning shall advise the responsible person of the nature of the violation and the date upon which the violation(s) shall be corrected. The time within which the responsible person is required to correct the violation shall be specified in the Notice of Violation— Warning. A reasonable amount of time to correct shall be at the discretion of the City, but not more than 30 (thirty) days, unless extraordinary circumstances exist. If the violation is not corrected within the time provided on the Notice of Violation —Warning, an administrative citation shall be issued. If the violation(s) have been corrected, no further action shall be taken against the responsible person regarding the violation(s). The enforcement official may extend the time in which to correct the violation.
(c) Prior to an administrative hearing, an enforcement official may void an administrative citation issued pursuant to this Code on if (1) the citation was issued to the incorrect person, or (2) the citation was otherwise issued incorrectly. A properly issued citation may only be lawfully dismissed or modified by means of the administrative hearing provisions pursuant to this chapter.”
SECTION 7. Amendment. Section 3-1.206 of Title 3 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 3-1.206 Presentment of License and Inspection of Business Premises.
(a) Posting. Every person required to have a business license pursuant to the provisions of this article, and who conducts, manages or carries on a business activity at a fixed location, shall keep such license posted in a conspicuous place on the business premises.
(b) Seals. The Tax Collector shall issue business license seals to every person who has paid the prescribed license tax and been issued a business license.
A seal shall be displayed in the front window, if any, on the first floor of the premises where such business is carried on and on the vehicle of any business subject to the provisions of Section 3-1.612 of this chapter. A separate fee to cover the City's reasonable cost of preparing and issuing business license seals shall be set forth by resolution of the City Council and shall be paid prior to the time a business license is issued for the business. A penalty of $25 shall be assessed for failure to display such business license seal as required by this section. Commencing on the eleventh day following receipt of written notice from the City of the failure to display such seal, an additional penalty of $5 per day shall be assessed for each day said seal is not displayed, up to a maximum of 20 days.
(c) Carrying. Every person required to have a business license pursuant to the provisions of this chapter and who does not have a fixed place of business shall carry such license at all times when conducting the business activity for which such license was issued.
(d) Vehicles. Every person or company utilizing vehicles to conduct their business in the City shall affix a current year's seal issued by the City on a visible portion of the subject vehicle.
(e) Presentation on Demand and Inspection. Every person required to have a business license pursuant to the provisions of this article shall produce the license when requested by any City official who is authorized to issue or collect license taxes, or who is authorized to conduct inspections or otherwise enforce the provisions of this chapter or of this Code. The City may inspect the entire Business Premises and property to ascertain whether there is compliance with the provisions of this Code. Inspections may occur only during normal hours of operation for that business, Monday through Sunday.” SECTION 8. Amendment. Section 3-1.317 of Title 3 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 3-1.317 Grounds for Denial.
The Tax Collector shall not approve an application for a business license or an application for the renewal thereof if substantial evidence exists regarding, and based on that substantial evidence, the Tax Collector makes any of the following findings:
(a) The building, structure, premises, or the equipment used to conduct the business activity fails to comply with all applicable health, zoning, fire, building and safety laws and regulations;
(b) The applicant has knowingly or should have known that they made any false, misleading or fraudulent statement of material fact in the application for the business license, in the application for renewal of the business license or in any report or statement required to be filed with the Tax Collector; (c) The business is prohibited by any Federal, State or local law or regulation, or prohibited in the particular location or zone by any law or regulation; (d) The applicant is found to have committed a crime involving moral turpitude which is substantially related to the business activity for which the license is being sought;
(e) The applicant is in violation of a provision of the Artesia Municipal Code or owes taxes, fees, costs, or penalties pursuant to this chapter or any other provision of the Artesia Municipal Code;
(f) The application is for renewal or for a new license for the period immediately following a period during which the applicant was licensed for the same business or activity and any ground for revocation as set forth in Section 3-
1.505 exists.”
SECTION 9. Amendment. Section 3-1.505 of Title 3 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 3-1.505 Grounds for Revocation of Business License.
After hearing, the City Council may, in its sole and absolute discretion, condition, modify, suspend or revoke a business license for any business activity required to be licensed under this chapter if the City Council finds that one or more of the following conditions exist:
(a) Business Activities Involving First Amendment Activities. (1) That the building, structure, premises or equipment used in the conduct of the business does not comply with any health, zoning, fire, or building and safety laws of the State or ordinances of the City; (2) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has violated any Federal or State statute or any ordinance or regulation of the City in the course of exercising any rights under the business license which is being considered for revocation; (3) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has knowingly or should have known that they made any false, misleading or fraudulent statement of material fact in the application for the license, or in any report or statement required to be filed with the Tax Collector or the City Council;
(4) That the licensee has failed or refused to notify the Tax Collector of any change in facts as required by this chapter within five days after such change;
(5) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has violated any conditions or restrictions of the business license, including failure to allow an inspection of the business premises or the property pursuant to this Code;
(6) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has allowed, or failed to prevent, the use of the business or the business premises as a base for unlawful or criminal activity, including, but not limited to, solicitation, prostitution or drug trafficking; (7) That the licensee has unpaid state or local fees, fines, costs, or taxes. (b) Business Activities Not Involving First Amendment Activities. (1) That the building, structure, premises or equipment used in the conduct of the business does not comply with any health, zoning, fire, or building and safety laws of the State or ordinances of the City; (2) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has violated any Federal or State statute or any ordinance of the City in the course of exercising any rights under the business license which is being considered for revocation;
(3) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has been found to have committed a crime of moral turpitude which bears a substantial relationship to the conduct of the business activity for which the business license is being considered for revocation; (4) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has knowingly or should have known that they made any false, misleading or fraudulent statement of material fact in the application for the business license, or in any report or statement required to be filed with the Tax Collector or the City Council;
(5) That the licensee has failed or refused to notify the Tax Collector of any change in facts as required by this chapter within five days after such change;
(6) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has violated any conditions or restrictions of the business license, including failure to allow an inspection of the business premises or the property pursuant to this Code;
(7) That the licensee has been held liable for, or has been convicted of, any offense involving the maintenance of a nuisance resulting from any act performed in exercising any rights under the business license which is being considered for revocation;
(8) That the licensee, or any employee, agent or manager of the licensee, has violated any rule or regulation adopted by the City Council or any other governmental agency relating to the licensee's business; (9) That the licensee has unpaid state or local fees, fines, costs or taxes.” SECTION 10. Amendment. Section 5-1.03 of Title 5 is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 5-1.03 Prohibited Public Nuisance Conditions.
The City Council finds and declares that it is a public nuisance and unlawful for any person to allow, cause, create, maintain, or suffer, or permit others to maintain, real property or premises in the City in such a manner that:
(a) Any one or more of the following conditions are found to exist thereon:
(1) Land, the topography, geology or configuration of which, whether in natural state or as a result of the grading operations, excavation or fill, causes erosion, subsidence, or surface water drainage problems of such magnitude as to be injurious or potentially injurious to the public health, safety and welfare, or to adjacent properties.
(2) Buildings or other structures, or portions thereof, that are partially constructed or destroyed or allowed to remain in a state of partial construction or destruction for an unreasonable period of time. As used herein, an "unreasonable" period shall mean any portion of time exceeding the period given to a responsible person by the City for the complete abatement of this nuisance condition with all required City approvals, permits and inspections. Factors that may be used by the City to establish a reasonable period for the complete abatement of this nuisance include, but are not limited to, the following:
(i) The degree of partial construction or destruction and the cause therefor.
(ii) Whether or not this condition constitutes an attractive nuisance or if it otherwise poses or promotes a health or safety hazard to occupants of the premises, or to others.
(iii) The degree of visibility, if any, of this condition from public or adjoining private real property.
(iv) The scope and type of work that is needed to abate this nuisance.
(v) The promptness with which a responsible person has applied for and obtained all required City approvals and permits in order to lawfully commence the nuisance abatement actions.
(vi) Whether or not a responsible person has complied with other required technical code requirements, including requesting and passing required inspections in a timely manner, while
completing nuisance abatement actions.
(vii) Whether or not a responsible person has applied for extensions to a technical code permit or renewed an expired permit, as well as the number of extensions and renewals that a responsible person has previously sought or obtained from the City.
(viii) Whether or not a responsible person has made substantial progress, as determined by the City, in performing nuisance abatement actions under a technical code permit that has expired, or is about to expire.
(ix) Whether delays in completing nuisance abatement actions under a technical code permit have occurred, and the
reason(s) for such delays.
(3) (Reserved)
(4) Unimproved land contains one or more prohibited public nuisance conditions as enumerated in this section.
(5) Abandoned personal property that is visible from public or private property.
(6) Interior portions of buildings or structures (including, but not limited to attics, ceilings, walls floors, basements, mezzanines, and common areas) that have become defective, unsightly, or are maintained in a condition of dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair to such an extent as to result in, or tend to result in, a diminution in property values, or where such condition interferes with the peaceful use, possession and/or enjoyment of properties in the vicinity, or where such condition otherwise violates, or is contrary to, the Artesia Municipal Code, or State law.
(7) Exterior portions of buildings or structures (including, but not limited to, roofs, balconies, decks, fences, stairs, stairways, walls, signs and fixtures), as well as sidewalks, driveways and parking areas, that have become defective, unsightly, or are maintained in a condition of dilapidation, deterioration or disrepair to such an extent as to result in, or tend to result in, a diminution in property values, or where such condition interferes with the peaceful use, possession and/or enjoyment of adjacent properties, or where such condition otherwise violates, or is contrary to, the Artesia Municipal Code, or State law. (8) Clotheslines in front yard areas.
(9) Obstructions of any kind, cause or form that interfere with required light or ventilation for a building or structure, or that interfere with, hinder, delay, or impede ingress therein and/or egress therefrom. (10) Broken, defective, damaged, dilapidated, or missing windows, doors, or vents in a building or structure, and/or broken, defective, damaged, dilapidated, or missing screens for windows, doors, or crawl spaces in a building or structure.
(11) Windows or doors that remain boarded up or sealed after 10 calendar days written City notice to a responsible person requesting the removal of these coverings and the installation of fully functional or operable windows or doors. City actions to board up or seal windows or doors in order to deter unauthorized entry into structures shall not relieve responsible persons from installing fully functional or operational windows or doors.
(12) Overgrown vegetation including, but not limited to, any one of the following:
(i) Vegetation likely to harbor, or promote the presence of, rats, vermin and/or insects.
(ii) Vegetation causing detriment to neighboring properties, or that is out of conformity with neighboring community
standards to such an extent as to result in, or contribute to, a diminution of property values, including, but not limited to:
(1) Lawns with grass in excess of six inches in height. (2) Hedges, trees, lawns, plants, or other vegetation that are not maintained in a neat, orderly, and healthy manner as a result of lack of adequate mowing, grooming, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, watering, and/or replacement.
(iii) Vegetation that creates, or promotes, the existence of a fire hazard.
(iv) Vegetation that overhangs or grows onto or into any public property, including, but not limited to, any public alley, highway, land, sidewalk, street or other right-of-way, so as to cause an obstruction to any person or vehicle using such public property.
(v) Tree branches or other vegetation within five feet of the rooftop of a structure so as to facilitate rodent or animal access thereto.
(13) Dead, decayed, diseased or hazardous trees, weeds, ground cover, and other vegetation, or the absence of healthful vegetation, that causes, contributes to, or promotes, any one of the following conditions or consequences:
(i) An attractive nuisance.
(ii) A fire hazard.
(iii) The creation or promotion of dust or soil erosion. (iv) A diminution in property values.
(v) A detriment to public health, safety or welfare.
(14) Any form of an attractive nuisance.
(15) Items of junk, trash, debris, or other personal property that are kept, placed, or stored inside of a structure or on exterior portions of real property that constitute a fire or safety hazard or a violation of any provision of the Artesia Municipal Code, or items of junk, trash, debris, or other personal property that are visible from public or private real property, or that are otherwise out of conformity with neighboring community standards to such an extent as to result in, or tend to result in, a diminution in property values. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the existence of a junkyard is not a nuisance when such use and the premises on which such use occurs are in full compliance with all provisions of the Zoning Law of the City of Artesia (including all approvals and permits required thereby), and all other applicable provisions of the Artesia Municipal Code and any future amendments and additions thereto, as well as applicable County, State, and/or Federal laws and regulations.
(16) Garbage cans, yard waste containers, and recycling containers that are kept, placed or stored in front or side yards and visible from public streets, except when placed in places of collection at times permitted and in full compliance with this Code.
(17) The keeping or disposing of, or the scattering or accumulating of flammable, combustible or other materials including, but not limited to, composting, firewood, lumber, junk, trash, debris, packing boxes, pallets, plant cuttings, tree trimmings or wood chips, discarded items, or other personal property in interior or exterior areas of buildings or structures, when such items or accumulations:
(i) Render premises unsanitary or substandard as defined by the State Housing Law, the Building Code of the City of Artesia, or other applicable local, State, or Federal law, rule, or regulation. (ii) Violate any provision of Division 1 of Title 11 of the Los Angeles County Code as adopted by the City pursuant to Section 6-3.01 of this Code.
(iii) Cause, create, or tend to contribute to, a fire or safety hazard. (iv) Harbor, promote, or tend to contribute to, the presence of rats, vermin and/or insects.
(v) Cause, create, or tend to contribute to, an offensive odor. (vi) Cause the premises to be out of conformity with neighboring community standards to such an extent as to result in, or tend to result in, a diminution of property values. Provided, however, that this use of land or condition shall not constitute a nuisance when expressly permitted under the applicable zone
classification and the premises are in full compliance with all provisions of the Zoning Law of the City of Artesia, and all other applicable provisions of the Artesia Municipal Code and any future amendments and additions thereto, as well as applicable County, State, and/or Federal laws and regulations.
(18) Vehicles, construction equipment, or other machinery exceeding the permissible gross vehicle weight for the streets or public property upon which they are located. A nuisance also exists under this provision when a vehicle, construction equipment or other machinery is stopped kept placed, parked or stored on private real property and when such vehicle equipment or machinery exceeds the permissible gross vehicle weight for the streets or public property that were utilized in its placement on said private real property unless pursuant to a valid permit issued by the City.
(19) Abandoned, dismantled, inoperable or wrecked boats, campers, motorcycles, trailers, vehicles, or parts thereof, unless:
(i) Kept, placed, parked, or stored inside of a completely enclosed, lawfully constructed building or structure such that the boat, camper, motorcycle, trailer, vehicle, or parts thereof is or are not visible from the street or other public or private property; or (ii) Stored or parked in a lawful manner on private property in connection with the business of a licensed dismantler, licensed vehicle dealer, or junk dealer or when such storage or parking is necessary to the operation of a lawfully conducted business or commercial enterprise.
(20) Vehicles, trailers, campers, boats, recreational vehicles, and/or other mobile equipment parked or stored for in violation of any provision of the Artesia Municipal Code or the Zoning Law of the City of Artesia. (21) Any equipment, machinery, or vehicle of any type or description that is designed, used, or maintained for construction-type activities that is kept parked placed or stored on public or private real property except when such item is being used during excavation, construction or demolition operations at the site where said equipment machinery or vehicle is located pursuant to an active permit issued by the City. (22) Maintenance of signs or sign structures, on real property relating to uses no longer lawfully conducted or products no longer lawfully sold thereon, or signs and their structures that are in disrepair or which are otherwise in violation of, or contrary to, the Zoning Law of the City of Artesia.
(23) Specialty structures that have been constructed for a specific single use only, and which are unfeasible to convert to other uses, and which are abandoned, partially destroyed or are permitted to remain in a state of partial destruction or disrepair. Such specialty structures include, but are not limited to, the following: tanks for gas or liquid(s), lateral support structures and bulk-heads, utility high-voltage towers and poles, utility high-rise support structures, electronic transmitting antennas and towers, structures which support or house mechanical and utility equipment and are located above the roof lines of existing buildings, high rise freestanding chimneys and smoke stacks, and recreational structures such as tennis courts and cabanas. (24) Any personal property or structure that obstructs or encroaches on any public property, including, but not limited to, any public alley, highway, land, sidewalk, street or other right-of-way, unless a valid encroachment permit has been issued authorizing said encroachment or obstruction.
(25) Causing, maintaining or permitting graffiti or other defacement of real or personal property, as defined in the Artesia Municipal Code or other applicable State law, to be present or remain on a building, structure or vehicle, or portion thereof, that is visible from a public right-of-way or from private real property.
(26) Storage of hazardous or toxic materials or substances on real property, as so classified by any local, State or Federal laws or regulations, in such a manner as to be injurious, or potentially injurious or hazardous, to the public health, safety or welfare, or to adjacent properties, or that otherwise violates local, State or Federal laws or regulations.
(27) Failure to provide and maintain adequate weather protection to structures or buildings, so as to cause, or promote the existence of cracked, peeling, warped, rotted, or severely damaged paint, stucco or other exterior covering.
(28) Any discharge of any substance or material other than storm water which enters, or could possibly enter, the City's storm sewer system in violation of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(29) Maintenance of any tarp, canopy as defined in this Code, or similar covering on or over any graded surface or hillside, except in the following circumstances:
(i) A state of emergency has been declared by local, County, State, or Federal officials directly impacting the area to be covered; and/or,
(ii) Covering with a tarp, canopy, or similar covering performed pursuant to an active building or grading permit.
(30) Maintenance of any tarp, canopy as defined in this Code, or similar covering on or over any roof of any structure, except during periods of active rainfall, or when specifically permitted under an active roofing, or building permit, or temporary use permit, maintenance of any tarp, canopy, or similar covering on or over or used for cars, car ports, and covering junk, trash, debris, or other personal property. (31) Unsanitary, polluted or unhealthful pools, ponds, standing water or excavations containing water, whether or not they are attractive nuisances but which are nevertheless likely to harbor mosquitoes, insects or other vectors. The likelihood of insect harborage is evidenced by any of the following conditions: water which is unclear, murky, clouded or green; water containing bacterial growth, algae, insect larvae, insect remains, or animal remains; or, bodies of water which are abandoned, neglected, unfiltered or otherwise improperly maintained.
(32) Maintenance of premises so out of harmony or conformity with the maintenance standards of properties in the vicinity as to cause, or that tends to cause, substantial diminution of the enjoyment, use, or property values of such properties in the vicinity.
(33) Any condition recognized in local or State law or in equity as constituting a public nuisance, or any condition existing on real property that constitutes, or tends to constitute, blight, or that is a health or safety hazard to the community or neighboring properties. (34) Failure, refusal or neglect by a person owning or occupying or having possession or control of any property bordering on any public alley, public street, parkway or public right-of-way in the City to keep the portion of the alley, public street, parkway or public right-of-way between the center line of the alley, street or public right-of-way and the property line of such property or the portion of the parkway along the frontage of the owner's property free from garbage, trash, refuse, junk, rubbish, debris, waste, discarded items, obstructions or other personal property of any kind whatsoever.
(35) Any dumping, throwing, dropping, leaving, burying, burning, placing, keeping, accumulating, or otherwise disposing of any personal property or waste matter including but not limited to garbage, hazardous waste, refuse, recyclable materials, rubbish, or solid waste as defined below upon any lot, land, street, alley(s), sidewalks, water or waterway and rights-of-ways, either with or without intent to later remove same.
(i) “Solid waste” means all putrescible and non-putrescible solid, semisolid, and liquid wastes, including, but not limited to, garbage, trash, refuse, paper, rubbish, ashes, industrial wastes, demolition and construction wastes, discarded home and industrial appliances, dewatered, treated or chemically fixed sewage sludge which is not hazardous waste, manure, vegetable or animal solid and semi-solid wastes, and other discarded solid and semi-solid wastes. Solid waste does not include recyclable materials or organic recyclable materials set out for separate collection for the purposes of recycling and that are not landfilled.
(b) Any building or structure, or portion thereof, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the conditions listed in Section 17920.3 of the California Health and Safety Code, and any future amendments thereto. (c) Any building, structure or land, or portion thereof, that is determined by a building inspector or fire inspector to be unsafe under any provision of Title 8 (Building Regulations) of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(d) Any building or structure used by any person to engage in acts which are prohibited pursuant to the laws of the United States or the State of California, the provisions of the Artesia Municipal Code, or any other ordinance of this City, including, but not limited to, the following acts:
(1) Unlawful possession, use, and/or sale of controlled substances; (2) Commercial marijuana activity and commercial marijuana uses, except as otherwise permitted under Sections 5-21.04 and 9-2.4404 of this Code;
(3) Prostitution; and/or
(4) Unlawful gambling.
(e) Any condition, use, or activity that constitutes a public nuisance as defined by Section 3479 or 3480 of the California Civil Code, and any future amendments thereto.
(f) Any building, structure, or use of real property that violates or fails to comply with: (1) any applicable approval, permit, license, or entitlement or condition relating thereto; (2) any ordinance of the City, including, but not limited to, any provision of this Code; or (3) any applicable County, State, or Federal law or regulation.”
SECTION 11. Amendment. Article 10 (Temporary Street Closures) is hereby added to Chapter 4 (Traffic) of Title 4 (Public Safety) of the Artesia Municipal Code as set forth below (additions underlined):
“Article 10 Temporary Street Closures
§ 4-4.1001 Purpose.
Pursuant to the authority of Vehicle Code Section 21101, the provisions of this article shall apply to and control the closing of any street or highway within the City for the purpose of holding a celebration, block party, street dance, local special event, or other purposes when in the opinion of local authorities such closing is necessary for the safety and protection of persons who are to use that portion of the street during the temporary closing.
§ 4-4.1002 Permit for temporary street closure.
No person shall close any portion of a public street or highway to vehicular or pedestrian traffic for the purpose of conducting a celebration, block party, street dance, local special event, or for other purposes, without first obtaining a permit from the City Manager, or his/her designee, as provided in this article. This section shall not apply to those governmental agencies which are otherwise authorized to close streets. No person shall violate any of the terms of a permit for temporary street closure, nor in any manner interfere with the progress or orderly conduct of a temporary street closure.
§ 4-4.1003 Application for permit.
An application for a permit for temporary street closure shall be made upon a form provided by the City Manager, or his/her designee, and shall contain the following information:
(a) The name, residence and business address, and phone number of each person and organization sponsoring a temporary street closure. If an organization, the application shall contain the names, residence and business addresses, and phone numbers of the president or chairman thereof, and all other persons:
(1) Having an interest or position of management or control in such organization, or
(2) Who are or will be engaged in organizing, promoting, controlling, managing or soliciting participation in such temporary street closure; (b) The date(s) of such temporary street closure;
(c) The block(s) or intersection(s) at which such closure is requested; (d) The estimated number of persons who will participate; (e) The purpose of the temporary street closure;
(f) Whether parking is requested to be restricted or prohibited during such closure; (g) Whether any sound amplification equipment is proposed to be used, and if so, information describing such sound amplification equipment; (h) Whether or not charity, gratuity, or offerings will be solicited or accepted, or sales of food, beverages or other merchandise will occur; (i) Whether such temporary street closure will occupy all or only a portion of the street or intersection involved; and
(j) Such other information as the City Manager, or his/her designee, deems reasonably necessary in order to carry out his or her duties under this article. § 4-4.1004 Time of filing.
The application shall be filed not less than thirty (30) days prior to the scheduled date of such temporary closing. The City Manager, or his/her designee, shall act on an application within seven (7) days of its receipt. § 4-4.1005 Standards of issuance.
The issuance of a permit by the City Manager, or his/her designee, shall be a determination by the manager that the temporary street closing is necessary for the safety and protection of persons who are to use that portion of the street during such temporary closing. A permit may be denied or revoked by the City Manager, or his/her designee, when, from a consideration of the application or from such other information as may otherwise be obtained, the City Manager, or his/her designee, finds that one (1) or more of the following circumstances exist:
(a) The applicant has knowingly or should have known that they made any false, misleading or fraudulent statements of a material fact in the application for a permit or in any other document required pursuant to this article; (b) The application has failed to meet the standards in this article, has failed to pay in advance any fee required, or refuses to agree to such conditions as are imposed in the permit;
(c) The time, duration, size and location of the temporary street closure will substantially disrupt the orderly and safe movement of other traffic; (d) The temporary street closure is of a size or nature that will require the diversion of so great a number of Sheriff’s deputies to properly police the closed or contiguous areas that it will adversely affect normal police protection to the remainder of the City;
(e) The concentration of persons will unduly interfere with proper fire and police protection of, or ambulance service to, areas contiguous to such street closure; (f) The temporary street closure may unduly interfere with the movement of emergency police and fire equipment;
(g) The temporary street closure will unduly interfere with the orderly operation of parks, hospitals, churches, schools or other public and quasi-public institutions in the City;
(h) The temporary street closure will conflict with or interfere with another temporary street closure for which a permit has been granted. § 4-4.1006 Permit subject to conditions.
The City Manager, or his/her designee, may issue the permit subject to such conditions as the City Manager deems appropriate under the circumstances. § 4-4.1007 Notice of issuance or denial.
Written notice of the issuance or denial of a permit shall be provided by the City Manager, or his/her designee, to the applicant within seven (7) days of receipt of an application, or as soon as practicable if the request for the permit is received less than thirty (30) days in advance of the proposed date of the temporary street closur e. If a permit is denied, said written notice shall state the reasons for denial. § 4-4.1008 Appeal procedure.
Upon the denial or revocation of a permit by the City Manager, or his/her designee, the applicant may appeal to a hearing officer by filing the application within seventy-two (72) hours or two (2) City working days, whichever is longer, with the City Clerk, who shall set the appeal for hearing as soon as reasonably practicable.
After holding a hearing, the hearing officer may reverse, affirm or modify in any respect the determination of the City Manager, or his/her designee. § 4-4.1009 Waiver of time limitations.
The City Manager, or his/her designee, may waive the time limitation for filing an application for a permit and a hearing officer may waive the time limitation for filing an appeal if it is found that unusual circumstances or good cause exists and no unreasonable burden upon the City or its citizens will be created thereby. § 4-4.1010 Officials to be notified.
The City Manager, or his/her designee, shall notify the Sheriff’s Department, the Fire Department, and the Traffic Engineer of the application prior to granting a permit.
§ 4-4.1011 Barricades - litter collection.
Permit recipients shall provide and remove such barricades and warning devices as are deemed necessary by and are acceptable to the City Manager, or his/her designee. Such persons shall also provide for the collection and removal of all trash, garbage, and litter caused by or arising out of such temporary street closure. § 4-4.1012 Hold harmless.
Applicants shall agree to assume the defense of and indemnify and save harmless the City, its council members, boards, commissions, officers, employees and agents, from all suits, actions, damages or claims to which the City may be subjected of any kind or nature whatsoever resulting from, caused by, arising out of or as a consequence of such temporary street closure and the activities permitted in connection therewith. The City Manager, or his/her designee, may require, as a condition to issuance of a permit, that the applicant obtain insurance to serve this end, in such an amount and with such terms as the City Manager, or his/her designee, determines to be appropriate under the circumstances. § 4-4.1013 Costs.
The applicant(s) shall assume and reimburse the City for any and all costs and expenses determined by the City Manager, or his/her designee, to be unusual or extraordinary, and related to the closing of the street for which the permit is sought, including but not limited to:
(a) The cost of providing, erecting and moving barricades and/or signs; (b) The cost of providing and moving garbage or waste receptacles; (c) The cost of City personnel who are required by the City to work hours during their regular shift and/or overtime hours, or to perform duties as a result of such temporary street closure.
The City Manager, or his/her designee, may require, as a condition to issuance of a permit, that a sum be deposited with the City to meet such costs. The required deposit shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00). § 4-4.1014 Temporary closure by City.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this article, the City Manager, or his/her designee, may, on his/her own initiative, restrict the use of, temporarily close, or authorize the closure of any street or highway within the limits of the City, when he or she considers such restriction or temporary closing of such street or highway to be necessary for the protection of the persons or property, during events or activities such as construction, storms, parades, celebrations or other special events.
§ 4-4.1015 Other City permits.
The issuance of a temporary street closure permit does not relieve the applicant of the responsibility to obtain any other necessary City permits, licenses or approvals, including but not limited to, business licenses, encroachment permits or special event permits.”
SECTION 12. Amendment. Section 9-2.3453 of Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
Ҥ 9-2.3453 Specific Plan Zones and Zoning Map Designations.
The following specific plans have been approved and are established as Specific Plan Zones to be designated on the Artesia Zoning Map as set forth herein.
(a) Artesia LIVE Specific Plan. The Artesia LIVE Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the construction of a six-story mixed use development, located on approximately 0.82 acres of property along Pioneer Boulevard, between 176th Street and 178th Street. The area covered by the Artesia LIVE Specific Plan shall be established as the Artesia LIVE Specific Plan Zone, and shall be designated on the Zoning Map as Artesia Live SP.
(b) South Street Specific Plan. The South Street Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the orderly and efficient development in accordance with the adopted Artesia General Plan (the "General Plan). The intent of the Specific Plan is to maximize the use of the site in a manner that generates tax revenues to the City of Artesia (the "City") and revitalized the site through positive incentives and customized policies based on comprehensive land use planning concepts. The Specific Plan site encompasses 6.1 acres in the City of Artesia and is located along South Street with a portion of the site fronting Pioneer Boulevard on the east. It is located approximately one mile south of the Artesia (SR-91) Freeway and 1/2 mile east of the San Gabriel River (I-605) Freeway.
(b)(c) Artesia Boulevard Industrial Area Specific Plan. The Artesia Boulevard Industrial Area Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the reconstruction and modernization of a concrete batch plant and related uses, located on approximately 1.77 acres of property (exclusive of public right-of-way) generally bounded on the west by Alburtis Avenue, on the south by Artesia Boulevard, and on the east by Corby Avenue. The area covered by the Artesia Boulevard Industrial Area Specific Plan shall be established as the Artesia Boulevard Industrial Area Specific Plan (SP-3) Zone, and shall be designated on the Zoning Map by the designation "SP-3." (c)(d) Artesia Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan. The Artesia Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the reconstruction and revitalization of a 21-acre area along Artesia Boulevard, between Gridley Road and Pioneer Boulevard. The area covered by the Artesia Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan shall be established as the Artesia Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan (ABCSP) Zone and shall be designated on the Zoning Map by the designation "ABCSP." Properties within the ABCSP Zone shall be subject to specific plan recovery fees, as set forth by City Council resolution and authorized by Chapter 7 (Specific Plan Recovery Fees) of Title 3 (Finance) of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(d)(e) Pioneer Specific Plan. The Pioneer Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the orderly and efficient development in accordance with the adopted Artesia General Plan (the "General Plan). The intent of the Specific Plan is to maximize the use of the site in a manner that generates tax revenues to the City of Artesia (the "City") and revitalized the site through positive incentives and customized policies based on comprehensive land use planning concepts. The Specific Plan site encompasses 8.6 acres in the City of Artesia and is located on Pioneer Boulevard between 176th Street and 183rd Street. It is located approximately 1/2 mile south of the Artesia (SR-91) Freeway and one mile east of the San Gabriel River (I-605) Freeway. (e)(f) Arkansas Street Specific Plan. The Arkansas Street Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to facilitate the reconstruction and revitalization of a 4.22- acre area located at 16645, 16703, 16707 Pioneer Boulevard and 11700, 11708, 11718, 11722, 11728, 11734 Arkansas Street (Assessor Parcel Numbers 7014-003-15 through 7014-003-028). The area covered by the Arkansas Street Specific Plan shall be established as the Arkansas Street Specific Plan (ASSP) Zone, and shall be designated on the Zoning Map by the designation "ASSP." (f)(g) Artesia Downtown Specific Plan. The Artesia Downtown Specific Plan, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, has been prepared to guide the scale of future development and growth in Artesia’s Downtown districts as the City prepares for the planned expansion of a new Metro light rail line (Southeast Gateway Line). The
70.8-acre Plan area includes the blocks adjoining Pioneer Boulevard, beginning with the area around the future Pioneer Station to the south and ending just beyond 183rd Street to the north. To the east and west, the area is bounded by Arline, Corby, and Alburtis Avenues. The area further extends south along Pioneer Boulevard within the City of Artesia and includes the area between 188th Street and the Le Belle Chateau Estates Mobile Home Park, and Pioneer Boulevard to Jersey Avenue. The area covered by the Artesia Downtown Specific Plan shall be established as the Artesia Downtown Specific Plan (ADSP) Zone, and shall be designated on the Zoning Map by the designation “ADSP.” Properties within the ADSP Zone shall be subject to specific plan recovery fees, as set forth by City Council resolution and authorized by Chapter 7 (Specific Plan Recovery Fees) of Title 3 (Finance) of the Artesia Municipal Code. (Ord. 666, § 12; Ord. 12-778, § 12; Ord. 16-834 § 11).
The Artesia Live Specific Plan consists of approximately 35,772 square feet at 17610 & 17618 Pioneer Boulevard (Assessor Parcel Numbers 7033-007-016, 7033-007-017 and 7033-007-108).”
SECTION 13. Amendment. Section 9-2.4402(a) of Title 9 of the Artesia Municipal Code (Allowable Zones for Commercial Cannabis) is hereby amended as set forth below (additions underlined and deletions in strikethrough):
“(a) Subject to Chapters 2 and 5 of Title 3, commercial cannabis uses with a valid commercial cannabis permit shall be allowed to locate and operate south of California State Route 91 (Artesia Freeway) in the Commercial General, Commercial Planned Development, Artesia Boulevard Specific Plan, Artesia Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan, and Downtown South, Downtown North, and Pioneer Boulevard subareas of the ADSP zones. All commercial cannabis uses are expressly prohibited in all other zones, including north of California State Route 91 (Artesia Freeway), overlay zones, and all other existing or future specific plan areas in the City. No person shall establish, operate, maintain, conduct or allow commercial cannabis uses anywhere within the City except as provided herein. The City shall not approve any application for a building permit, conditional use permit, variance or any other entitlement authorizing the establishment, operation, maintenance, development or construction of any commercial cannabis use except as provided herein or as provided in Chapter 2 of Title 3.”
SECTION 14. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days following its adoption.
SECTION 15. Severability. Should any provision of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, be determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unlawful, unenforceable or otherwise void, that determination shall have no effect on any other provision of this Ordinance or the application of this Ordinance to any other person or circumstance, and, to that end, the provisions hereof are severable. The City Council of the City of Artesia declares that it would have adopted all the provisions of this Ordinance that remain valid if any provisions of this ordinance are declared invalid.
SECTION 16. Adoption, Certification, and Publication. The City Clerk of the City of Artesia shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same, or a summary thereof, to be published and/or posted in the manner required by law.
SECTION 17. Record of Proceedings. The documents and materials associated with this Ordinance that constitute the record of proceedings on which these findings are based are located at 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, California, 90701. The City Clerk is the custodian of the record of proceedings.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 12th day of January, 2026. _____________________________
RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9H.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing Investment of Funds in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
FROM: Mary Ann Laquian, Management Analyst
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion, adopt Resolution No. 26-3073, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, authorizing the continued deposit and withdrawal of City funds in the State of California’s Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), designating authorized City officers to conduct transactions on behalf of the City, and repealing Resolution No. 1803.
BACKGROUND:
The Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) is managed and administered by the State Treasurer’s Office, created by statute in 1977 as an investment alternative for California’s local governments. To participate in LAIF, each local agency must adopt a resolution authorizing investment of public funds pursuant to Government Code Section 16429.1 et seq. The resolution must also designate the positions or individuals authorized to make deposits and withdrawals.
The City of Artesia ("City") has maintained a LAIF account for many years; however, the current authorization must be updated to conform with the State Treasurer’s requirements and to reflect current City staffing.
ANALYSIS:
Resolution No. 26-3073 authorizes the continued deposit and withdrawal of City funds in LAIF and designates the following City staff members as authorized representatives to conduct LAIF transactions on behalf of the City:
1. Abelardo Avalos, City Manager
2. Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager/Treasurer
3. Mary Ann M. Laquian, Accounting Manager
4. Kathrin Wardle, Senior Accountant
Designating multiple authorized staff ensures timely processing of transactions while maintaining proper internal controls and oversight. Adoption of the proposed resolution will allow designated City officers to conduct LAIF transactions efficiently and securely on behalf of the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with adopting Resolution No. 26-3073. Continued participation in LAIF supports the City’s investment strategy by providing a secure investment option with daily liquidity and historically competitive returns.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion, adopt Resolution No. 26-3073, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, authorizing the continued deposit and withdrawal of City funds in the State of California’s Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), designating authorized City officers to conduct transactions on behalf of the City, and repealing Resolution No. 1803.
Attachments
Resolution 26-3073 - LAIF.pdf
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9I.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Consideration of Award of a Construction Contract for the EV Charging Facility Expansion Project
FROM: Karen Lee, Special Projects Manager
Ernesto Sanchez, Public Works Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion:
1. Award a construction contract to Koba Construction in the amount of $449,000 in order to implement the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Project, authorize the City Manager to execute the construction contract and make non-substantive revisions to the construction contract that do not change the contract price for the project, on behalf of the City Council; and
2. Make a determination of exemption under CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Artesia ("City") has adopted the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (“UPCCAA”) (Pub. Contract Code, § 22000, et seq.), which governs the City’s award of public projects. The City Engineer estimated the cost to construct the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Expansion Project ("Project") to be $549,949.50. Public projects valued above $200,000 must use formal bidding procedures in accordance with the Artesia Municipal Code and California Public Contract Code.
Since 2023, the City has acquired six electric vehicles for use by Parks and Recreation, Code Compliance and Parking Enforcement. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 24-3024, Approving Plans for the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Expansion Project in December 2024. The Project would make improvements to the existing electrical vehicle charging facility to support the new additional electric vehicles.
ANALYSIS:
On March 13, 2025, the City opened the public bid period for the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Expansion Project, and the bid period ended on April 15, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The City received only one sealed bid during this initial bid period, and this bid was rejected due to errors in the submission that constituted material deviations that the City had no discretion to waive. On May 12, 2025, the City Council approved rejecting all bids for the Project in accordance with Section 3-4.14 of the Artesia Municipal Code, authorized staff to rebid the project at a future date, and adopted Resolution No. 25-3033, A Resolution Dispensing with Competitive Bidding for the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Expansion Project, which allowed Staff to negotiate a contract directly with a contractor for the Project as an alternative to public bidding.
Staff attempted to negotiate a contract directly but the costs were still higher than the City Engineer's original project estimate, and staff decided to rebid the Project instead. The second public bid opened on November 4, 2025, and closed at 2:00 p.m. on December 16, 2025. The City received eight (8) sealed bids.
Bidder Amount
Koba Construction $449,000
AMTEK Construction $537,333
All Ace Engineering &
Construction $538,500
Armstrong Cal Builders Inc. $542,640.11
Preferred Power Solutions Inc. $543,347
Asphalt Fabric and
Engineering, Inc. $579,073
Alfaro Communications
Construction, Inc. $582,254.02
HMF Construction Inc. $799,856.40
Public Contract Code section 22038(b) requires that this Project be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid. The Public Works Department and the City Clerk reviewed the sealed bids and determined that Koba Construction submitted the lowest responsible bid and was determined to be responsible.
Additionally, Koba Construction recently completed an installation of electric vehicle chargers for the cities of Irvine and Palm Springs.
On December 18, 2025, the City received a bid protest from AMTEK Construction claiming that Koba Construction, a Class B general building contractor, may only act as a prime contractor on projects involving a building or structure where specialty trade work, is “incidental and supplemental.” AMTEK Construction improperly applied a test provided under Business & Professions Code 7059 that is applicable to specialty contractors and does not apply to this analysis. A Class B general building contractor can effectively self-perform most any trade and is only required to have specialty contractors for certain types of work that are not applicable to the Project.
Pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 7057, a Class B general building contractor may not take a prime contract for a project involving trades other than framing or carpentry unless the prime contract requires at least two unrelated building trades or crafts other than framing or carpentry, or the contractor holds the appropriate license classification or subcontracts with appropriately licensed contractors to perform the work. This project involves two unrelated trades, and a B-license contractor may bid on the project. Koba Construction identified a subcontractor for electrical work, meaning that either no additional subcontractors will be utilized to perform work in excess of one-half of one percent (0.5%) of the total cost of the Project, or that Koba Construction will self-perform the remaining work for the Project involving fencing, concrete, and other civil trades.
Therefore, staff has rejected AMTEK Construction’s bid protest and recommends that the City Council formally reject the protest and award the contract to Koba Construction.
CEQA COMPLIANCE:
The Public Works Department has determined that the Project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities), which applies to the minor alteration of existing public facilities involving negligible or no expansion of existing use.
The proposed improvements would occur within an existing facility and would not result in an expansion of use beyond existing conditions, nor would they affect access to nearby residences or businesses.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There will be no impact to the General Fund associated with the award of this Contract. The funding for this Contract is a combination of $179,150 in Proposition A Funds and $269,850 in AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Subvention Program funds (South Coast Air Quality Control - Fund 390) which were included in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion:
1. Award a construction contract to Koba Construction in the amount of $449,000 in order to implement the Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Project, authorize the City Manager to execute the construction contract and make non-substantive revisions to the construction contract that do not change the contract price for the project, on behalf of the City Council; and
2. Make a determination of exemption under CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
Attachments
City of Artesia EV Charging Facility Expansion Contract.pdf Engineers Statement-KOBA.pdf
1 CITY OF ARTESIA CONTRACT FOR
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING FACILITY EXPANSION PROJECT
THIS CONTRACT (“Contract”) is made and entered this 12th day of January, 2026 (“Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF ARTESIA, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Koba Construction, a limited liability company (“Contractor”). Contractor’s California State Contractor’s license number is 1134048. Contractor’s DIR registration number is 2000011328.
In consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows:
1. Contract Documents. The Contract Documents consist of this Contract, the Notice Inviting Bids, Instructions to Bidders, Bid (including documentation accompanying the Bid and any post-Bid documentation submitted before the Notice of Award), the Bonds, permits from regulatory agencies with jurisdiction, General Provisions, Special Provisions, Plans, Standard Plans, Standard Specifications, Reference Specifications, Addenda, Change Orders, and Supplemental Agreements. The Contract Documents are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. In the event of any conflict between the terms of this Contract and any incorporated documents, the terms of this Contract shall control.
2. Scope of Services. Contractor shall perform the Work in a good and workmanlike manner for the project identified as “ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING FACILITY EXPANSION PROJECT” (“Project”), as described in this Contract and in the Contract Documents.
3. Compensation. In consideration of the services rendered hereunder, City shall pay Contractor an amount not to exceed Four Hundred Forty-Nine Thousand dollars ($449,000) in accordance with the prices as submitted in the Bid, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference. Unforeseen work will be classified as Extra Work when the City Engineer determines that it is not covered by the scope of work in the Contract or any approved Change Orders. The City Manager is authorized to approve payment for Extra Work upon the recommendation of the City Engineer, provided that the total arithmetic dollar value of the Extra Work does not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the contract price.
4. Incorporation by Reference. All of the following documents are attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference: Workers’ Compensation Certificate of Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement (Comprehensive General Liability), Additional Insured Endorsement (Automobile Liability), and Additional Insured Endorsement (Excess Liability).
5. Antitrust Claims. In entering into this Contract, Contractor offers and agrees to assign to City all rights, title, and interest in and to all causes of action it may have under Section 4 of the Clayton Act (15 U.S.C. § 15) or under the Cartwright Act (Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code, § 16700 et seq.) arising from purchases of goods, services, or materials pursuant to the Contract. This assignment shall be made and become effective at the time City tenders final payment to Contractor without further acknowledgment by the parties.
6. Prevailing Wages. City and Contractor acknowledge that the Project is a public work to which prevailing wages apply. The provisions of Section 5-3 of the General Provisions shall apply and are mandatory for this Project.
7. Workers’ Compensation. California Labor Code Sections 1860 and 3700 provide that every contractor will be required to secure the payment of compensation to its employees. In 2 accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code Section 1861, by signing this Contract, the Contractor certifies as follows:
“I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require every employer to be insured against liability for workers’ compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that Code, and I will comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the Work of this Contract.”
8. Trenches and Other Excavations. If this Project involves the digging trenches or other excavations that will extend deeper than four (4) feet below the surface, Contractor shall promptly, and before the following conditions are disturbed, notify City, in writing, of any: (1) material that Contractor believes may be material that is hazardous waste, as defined in Section 25117 of the Health and Safety Code, that is required to be removed to a Class I, Class II, or Class III disposal site in accordance with provisions of existing law; (2) subsurface or latent physical conditions at the site differing from those indicated by information about the site made available to proposers prior to the deadline for submitting proposals; and (3) unknown physical conditions at the site of any unusual nature, different materially from those ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in work of the character provided for in this Contract.
9. Titles. The titles used in this Contract are for convenience only and shall in no way define, limit or describe the scope or intent of this Contract or any part of it.
10. Authority. Any person executing this Contract on behalf of Contractor warrants and represents that he or she has the authority to execute this Contract on behalf of Contractor and has the authority to bind Contractor to the performance of its obligations hereunder.
11. Entire Agreement. This Contract, including the Contract Documents and any other documents incorporated herein by specific reference, represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Contractor. This Contract supersedes all prior oral or written negotiations, representations or agreements. This Contract may not be modified or amended, nor any provision or breach waived, except in a writing signed by both parties that expressly refers to this Contract.
12. Counterparts. This Contract may be executed in counterpart originals, duplicate originals, or both, each of which is deemed to be an original for all purposes.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed the Contract the day and year first above written.
[SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS]
3 CITY OF ARTESIA
By:
RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: By:
JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK BEST BEST & KRIEGER,
CITY ATTORNEY
Dated:
(“CONTRACTOR”)
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
4 Exhibit A
Contractor’s Proposal
CITY OF ARTESIA
Bidder's Name: Koba Construction
To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
In compliance with the Notice Inviting Bids, the undersigned hereby agrees to execute the Contract to furnish all labor, materials, equipment and supplies for the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents to the satisfaction and under the direction of the City Engineer, at the following prices
BID SCHEDULE
!TEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY
UNIT
PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
1. Mobilization/Demobilization LS I $15,000.00 $15,000.00 Civil Improvements
2 Remove and Dispose of PCC
Curb
LF 100 $ 15.00 $1 ,500.00
3. Remove and Dispose of Light
Post and Foundation
EA 1 $ 2,350.00 $ 2,350.00
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Remove and Dispose of 54"
Tall by 2.5" Diameter Steel Post
and Foundation.
EA 11 $ 240.00 $ 2,640.00
5. Remove and Dispose of
Interfering Irrigation Line and
Sprinkler Heads. Cut and Cap
at Ends in Two Locations.
LS 1 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00
6. Clear and Grub Existing
Landscaped Area Sufficient for
New Construction.
SF 4,060 $ 4.00 $16,240.00
7. Remove and Dispose of
Existing 6' Tall Chain Link
Fence, Posts, and Foundations.
LF 122 $ 23.00 $ 2,806.00
8. Remove and Dispose' of
Existing 12' Wrought Iron
Fence, Posts, and Foundations.
LF 79 $ 23.00 $1,817.00
9. Construct 5" AC over 6" AB
(95% Compaction) Over 8"
Subgrade (90% Compactiori)
SF 4,196 $ 17.50 $ 73,430.00
10. Install 6' High Wrought Iron
Fence.
LF 326 $ 95.00 $ 30,970.00
11. Construct Concrete Curb per
SPPWC Std. Plan 120-3, A1-6
LF 182 $ 50.00 $ 9,100.00
12. Construct 24" Tall Concrete
Curb per Detail
LF 98 $ 72.00 $ 7,056.00
13. Remove Existing Striping and
Slurry Seal Existing Asphalt
Parking Lot. Seal Cracks prior
SF 5,031 $ 4.00 $ 20,124.00
9 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY
UNIT
PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
toSlurry "
14. Install 1 2' Tall Chain Link Fence LF 68 $ 245.00 $ 16,660.00
15. Adjust to Grade existing
Cleanout and Install Traffic
Rated Cleanout Cover
EA 2 $ 600.00 $ 1 ,200.00
16. Construct 4" P5C Driveway
over 6" AB (95% Compaction)
Over 8" Subgrade (90%
Compaction)
SF 104 $ 28.00 $ 2,912.00
17. Remove and Dispose of
Existing Concrete Sidewalk and
Reconstruct Sidewalk per City
of Aitesia Std. Plan 112-2
SF 785 $15.00 $11 ,775.00
-18. Construct Bio-Retention Planter SF 341 $ 49.00 $16,709.00
19. Install 12' wide by 6' Tall
Wrought Iron Double Swing
Gate
EA I $ 7,000.00 $ 7,000.00
20. Remove and Dispose of
Existing 6' High Chain Link
Fence and ms(all New Chain
L.ink Fence, Posts, and
Fouhdation.
LF 56 $ 272.50 $15,260.00
21 .
Grade as Necessary to
Establish Finished Grade
SF 135 SIO.OO $1 ,350.00
22. Sawcut LF 201 $ 5.50 $1,105.50
23. Construct 24"X72" Concrete
Footing
EA 6 $ 660.00 $ 3,960.00
24, Construct 1 8"x36" Concrete
Footirig
EA 13 $ 430.00 $ 5,590.00
25. Cozstruct I 2"x36" Concrete
Footing
EA 26 $ 290.00 $ 7,540.00
26. Insta!l Pavement Markings and
Striping
LS 1 $ 6,500.00 $ 6,500.00
27. Install 4' Long Coricrete \Nheel
Stops
EA 1l $140.00 $ 1540.00
28. Install 24" Tall Bollards EA 2 $ 350.00 $ 700.00
29. Install migation Line and
Sprinkler Heads. Connect New
Irrigatiori Line to Existing.
LS 1 $ 7,000.00 $ 7,000.00
30. Temporary Coristruction
Fencing
LS -I $ 5,500.00 $ 5,500.00
10 ITEM NO. IDESCRIPTION I
UNIT
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY
UNIT
PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
Electrical Improvements
31 .
Demolition of Existing Electrical
Equipment
LS 1 $I0,000.00 $10,000.00
' 32.
Trench and Backfill Including
Asphalt
LF 200 $ 90.00 $18,00000
33. 3" Conduit LF 25 $ 30.00 $ 750.00
3A. 2" Conduit LF 240 $14.00 $ 3,360.00
35. 1.5" Conduit LF 25 $ 34.00 $ 850.00
36. 1 25" Conduit LF 200 $12.00 $ 2,400.00
' 37. Rerouting Existing
ConduiUBackfill
LF 30 $ 95.00 $ 2,850.00
38. #3/0 AWG CU Conductors l.F 200 $18.00 $ 3,600.00
39. #2/0 AWG CU Conductors LF 30 $ 25.00 $ 750.00
40. #I/O AWG CU Conductors LF 3,080 $11 .00 $ 33,880.00 4"l . #12 AS/\/G CU Conductors LF 700 $ 4.50 $3,150.00
j'l2. #2 A\/VG CU Ground
Conductors
LF 50 $ 21 .00 $1 ,050.00
43. #4 AWG CU Ground
Conductors
LF 10 $ 124.50 $1 ,245.00
44. #6 AWG CU Ground
Conductors
LF 595 $ 7.00 $ 4,165.00
45, #al2 AWG CU Ground
Conductors
LF 350 $ 5.00 $ 1,750.00
46. Receptacle Installation EA I $ 550.00 $ 550.00
47. l12.5kVA 480-120/208VX.FMR EA I $ 20,000.00 $ 20,0000.00
48. 400A, 120/208V, 3P, 4W Panel EA I $ 24,000.00 $ 24,000.00 4'J. 200AF/1 75AT/3P Fuse EA 1 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00
50. No. 5 Elect:rical Pull Box EA ') $ 357.-75 $ 715.50 51 Install Ford Pro AC Furnished
by Owrier
EA 1 $ 3,400.00 $ 3,400.00
11 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION UNIT
ESTIMATED
QUANTITY
UNIT
PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
52. Install ChargePoint CPF50L2
Furnished by Owner EA 2 $ 1 ,eoo.oo $ 3,200.00
53. Arc Flash Study l_S I $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Note: items rriay be adjusted or deleted. Any chariges to the quantities for these items shall not constitvte :a substaritial change as referenced iri Section 2-6 of the Standard Specifications.
Therefore, regardless of total actual volume (percentage) compared to estimated quantities, the unit prices provided above by ths Bidder shall be applied t-o the final quantity when payment is calcalated for these iten'is. No adjustment in the unit prices will be allowed. The City reserves the right to riot use any of the estimated quantities, and if this right is exercised, the Contractor will not be entitled to any additional compensation. Cost of all export of material shall be included in the above anit costs; no additional compensation will be granted for such expenses.
TOT AL BID PRICE
TOTAL BID PRICE IN DIGITS: s 449,000.00
TOI-AL B10 PRICE IN WORDS: FOur Hundered FOr7 N!ne Thousand Dollars Signatiire: ( Title: President Date: J ,;IJ'
Signature: Title: Date:
12 CLARKDALE AVENUE
COMMUNITY CENTER
18750 CLARKDALE AVENUE
ARTESIA, CA.
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Know what's below.
Call before you dig.
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
ABBREVIATIONS
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PARK CERRITOS MALL
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91 183RD STREET
SOUTH STREET NORWALK BLVD. PIONEER BLVD.
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ARKANSAS ST.
168TH ST. ROSETON AVE.
ARTESIA BLVD.
166TH ST. GRIDLEY RD.
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176TH ST.
175TH ST.
178TH ST.
ASHWORTH ST.
188TH ST.
VICINITY MAP ROSETON AVE.
PROJECT
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PLANNING APPROVAL
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(E) PARKING LOT
ARTESIA PARK CLARKDALE AVENUE CITY HALL
SOUTH STREET
(E) PARKING LOT
(E) PARKING LOT
(E) PARKING LOT ELAINE AVENUE
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH
ARTESIA PARK SITE PLAN
PROJECT
LOCATION
LEGEND
CHILDREN'S
PLAYGROUND
UNOCCUPIED
CITY-OWNED
BUILDING
TENNIS
COURT
CHILD
DEVELOPMENT
CENTER
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
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3 CITY FLEET E.V. CHARGING FACILITY
EXPANDED CITY FLEET
E.V. CHARGING FACILITY
(9,362 S.F.)
LEGEND
GENERAL NOTE
MINI-PITCH COURT
COMMUNITY CENTER
BUILDING
CITY FLEET E.V. CHARGING FACILITY PLAN
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
10/16/2025 8:18:42 AM FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
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CITY OF ARTESIA
APPROVED DATE:
RON IBARRA, CITY ENGINEER
RCE 66789
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
10/16/2025 8:18:36 AM FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
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PAVEMENT MARKINGS PLAN C-5
PAVEMENT MARKINGS CONSTRUCTION NOTES
1 3
2 5
PAVEMENT MARKINGS PLAN
GENERAL NOTE
4 5
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
10/16/2025 8:18:22 AM FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
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IRRIGATION PLAN C-6
6 IRRIGATION PLAN
IRRIGATION CONSTRUCTION NOTES
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1 15
CITY OF ARTESIA
APPROVED DATE:
RON IBARRA, CITY ENGINEER
RCE 66789
9/29/259/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
10/16/2025 8:18:16 AM FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
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EROSION CONTROL NOTES C-7
CONSTRUCTION NOTES
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TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FENCING
EROSION CONTROL NOTES
GENERAL NOTE
CITY OF ARTESIA
APPROVED DATE:
RON IBARRA, CITY ENGINEER
RCE 66789
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
Approved by:___________
Date:_____________
10/16/2025 8:18:07 AM FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
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EXISTING 12' HIGH CHAIN LINK FENCE DETAIL
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EXISTING 2 INCH DIAMETER STEEL POST
9/29/25
PLANNING APPROVAL
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Date:_____________
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FENCE POST FOOTING DETAILS
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FLUNA
This set of plans and specifications must be kept at the job site at all times, and it is unlawful to make any changes,
modifications or alterations to these plans or specifications without the prior written permission of the Building Official. The stamping of this set of plans and specifications SHALL NOT, under any circumstances, be deemed to permit or to be an approval of any work or activity that violates any provisions of any County Ordinance or State Law
BUILDING AND SAFETY DIVISION
Department of Public Works
APPROVED
UNDER LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
TITLES 26, 30 AND 31
January 7, 2026
Ms. Karen Lee
Special Projects Manager
City of Artesia
18747 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, CA 90701
Subject: Electric Vehicle Charging Facility Expansion Project Dear Ms. Lee,
I have reviewed the sealed bids and determined that Koba Construction is the lowest responsive bidder and the bid is valid and accurate.
Should you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to call me at (562) 889-7629.
Sincerely,
Ron Ibarra, P.E.
City Engineer
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9J.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Resolution Declaring Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 and Adopting Map of Proposed Area to Annex
FROM: Karen Lee, Special Projects Manager
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-3072, a Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Declaring Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) and Adopting a Map of the Area Proposed to be Annexed Thereto (Annexation No. 4);
2. Make a Determination of Exemption Under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378 and 15060(c)(3); and
3. Direct staff to hold the public hearing for March 9, 2026.
BACKGROUND:
On August 14, 2017, the City Council formed Community Facilities District 2017-1 (Services) (the “District”) following a vote by the owner of the property located at 19031-41 Norwalk Boulevard. The District was formed pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 (Cal. Gov. Code § 53311 et seq.) (the “Act”) in order to provide a method of providing specified services for the development within the District and to pay all costs associated with forming the District. The City Council formed and approved the District through Resolution Nos. 17- 2661, 17-2662, and 17-2663. The District began with 16 single-family residential dwelling units and then annexed an additional 30 properties associated with the residential townhouse development located at 11504 Artesia Boulevard on May 10, 2023. In 2024, the City annexed two additional developments into the District for a total of 85 units in the District as of FY 2025-26.
At its June 9, 2025, regular meeting, the City Council approved a mixed-use development consisting of a six-story building with 83 residential condominiums located at the southwest corner of Pioneer Boulevard and 176th Street owned by Pioneer Holdings, LLC (the Owner). The Owner has filed a petition with the City requesting that it initiate the annexation process for its property to be part of the District. The Owner has executed an annexation proceedings deposit agreement to pay all costs incurred by the City in conducting the annexation proceedings.
ANALYSIS:
Based on the petition by the Owner, proposed Resolution No. 25-3072 was drafted for the City Council to declare the intention to annex the territories identified in the petition into the District pursuant to the procedures prescribed by the Act.
Resolution No. 25-3072 accomplishes the following.
1. Sets March 9, 2026, as the date for holding a public hearing;
2. Describes the services the special tax will fund;
3. Describes the boundaries of the annexed property; and
4. Authorizes the levy of a special tax in accordance with the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax attached as Exhibit C to the resolution.
The Council will hear any testimony concerning annexation in the District during the public hearing. After the public hearing concludes, the landowners subject to the annexation will vote on annexing into the District in a special election.
The intent of the District is to finance public services that are additional to those already provided in the District’s territory before its formation. The additional services may not replace services that were already available when the District was established.
The types of services that the District provides are:
Police protection services;
Fire protection and suppression services, and ambulance and paramedic services; Flood and storm protection services, including, but not limited to, the operation and maintenance of storm drainage systems; and,
Maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space.
The services include the estimated and reasonable costs of providing the services including, without limitation: (i) the cost of contracting for services, (ii) the salaries and benefits of City staff, if the City directly provides services, (iii) the expense related to equipment, apparatus, and supplies related to these services and authorized by the Act, (iv) a proportionate share of the City’s overhead costs associated with providing such services, and (v) the incidental costs of administering the District including the annual costs to calculate, enroll, and collect the annual special taxes and any other costs incurred by the City to complete the authorized purposes of the District.
The annual levy of special taxes against the taxable properties in the District will finance these services for as long as necessary to pay the costs and incidental expense of services. The annexed area will be levied the same as the rest of the District. At its June 12, 2023 regular Council meeting, the City Council adopted a six-year plan to narrow the gap between the then current annual levy percentage and the maximum annual amount allowable in order to ensure the City’s future financial sustainability by collecting a fair share of those costs from the housing units. The amount levied for Fiscal Year 2023-24 was $520.38 per unit, which was 56.03% of the Maximum Special Tax. Per this plan, the rate for Fiscal Year 2025-26 is $676.28 per unit, which is 80.05% of the maximum allowed.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
It has been determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because the activity consists of a governmental established fee program activity, which does not involve any commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is required. Although environmental review is not required at this time, once the scope of potential individual projects has been defined, environmental review will be required for each project and the appropriate environmental determination will be made.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund associated with adopting Resolution No. 25-3072 to begin the annexation process and set the public hearing. The Owner has provided a deposit to pay the required fees for the annexation process as described in the deposit agreement. In the event that annexation costs exceed the initial payment, each applicant must pay the estimated additional amount requested by the City. The annexed territory will increase the amount of revenue the District currently collects for services provided to the District.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, by motion:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-3072, a Resolution of Intention of the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, Declaring Intention to Annex Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) and Adopting a Map of the Area Proposed to be Annexed Thereto (Annexation No. 4);
2. Make a Determination of Exemption Under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378 and 15060(c)(3); and
3. Direct staff to hold the public hearing for March 9, 2026 Attachments
Resolution No 25-3072 Annexation 4.pdf
Pioneer Place Annexation Petition.pdf
1 RESOLUTION NO. 25-3072
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING
INTENTION TO ANNEX TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2017-1 (SERVICES) AND
ADOPTING A MAP OF THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE
ANNEXED THERETO (ANNEXATION NO. 4)
WHEREAS, the City Council (the “City Council”) of the City of Artesia (the “City”) has established the City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) (the “District”) for the purpose of levying special taxes on parcels of taxable property therein for the purpose of providing certain services which are necessary to meet increased demands placed upon the City as a result of the development of said real property;
WHEREAS, the territory which is included in the District is described on the map of the District recorded in Book 194 of Maps of Assessment and Community Facilities Districts, pages 54 and 55 in the office of the County Recorder for the County of Los Angeles, State of California;
WHEREAS, the City Council has received a written application from Pioneer Holdings, LLC , a California limited liability company, the owner of certain real property within the City requesting that such property be annexed to the District in order that they may be developed and receive the benefit of services, which will be financed by the annual levy of special taxes on said property for the purpose set forth in Exhibit “A” (the “Services”); and agreeing to the annual levy of special taxes on said property sufficient to pay the costs of such Services and costs incidental thereto; WHEREAS, the City Council is authorized by Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 53339) of Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the California Government Code, commonly known as the “Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982,” (the “Act”) to annex territory to the District by complying with the procedures set forth in said Article 3.5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Artesia, California, hereby:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into this resolution.
SECTION 2. Name of District. The name of the existing City of Artesia, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services).
SECTION 3. Intention. The City Council declares its intention to conduct proceedings pursuant to said Article 3.5 for the annexation to the District of the territory 2 described in Exhibit “B” attached hereto. The City Council determines that the public convenience and necessity require that such territory be annexed to the District.
SECTION 4. Description of Territory Proposed To Be Annexed; Annexation Map. The territory proposed to be annexed to the District is described in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof. Such territory is also shown and described on the map thereof entitled “Annexation Map No. 4, Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services), City of Artesia, Los Angeles County, State of California” which is on file with the City Clerk (the “Annexation Map”).
SECTION 5. Types of Services; Incidental Expenses. Services authorized to be financed by the District are set forth in Exhibit “A.” The District shall also finance costs associated with the determination of the amount of and the levy and collection of special taxes which are levied to provide such services and costs otherwise incurred in order to carry out the authorized purposes of the District.
SECTION 6. Special Taxes. Except where funds are otherwise available, special taxes sufficient to pay the costs of the Services provided for in Section 3 above and the annual administrative expenses of the City and the District in determining, apportioning, levying and collecting such special taxes, shall be annually levied within the District. Pursuant to Section 53340 of the California Government Code, the special taxes shall be collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected and shall be subject to the same penalties and the same procedure, sale, and lien priority in case of delinquency as is provided for ad valorem taxes. However, under no circumstances shall the special tax levied against any parcel subject to the levy of the special tax pursuant to the rates and method of apportionment be increased as a consequence of delinquency or default by the owner of any other parcel or parcels within the District by more than ten percent (10%). The rate and method of apportionment of said special taxes shall be as set forth in Exhibit “C” attached hereto and by this reference made a part hereof.
SECTION 7. Adoption of Annexation Map. Pursuant to Section 3110.5 of the Streets and Highways Code, the City Council adopts the Annexation Map as the map of the area proposed to be annexed to the District. Pursuant to Section 3111 of said Code, the City Clerk shall file the original of the Annexation Map in his or her office and shall file a copy of the Annexation Map with the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles no later than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing specified in Section 10 hereof.
SECTION 8. Exempt Properties. Pursuant to Section 53340 of the California Government Code, properties of entities of the state, federal, and local governments shall be exempt from the levy of special taxes of the District.
SECTION 9. Necessity. The City Council finds that the Services described in Section 3 hereof are necessary to meet increased demands placed upon the City as a result of development occurring within the boundaries of the proposed annexation of territory to the District.
3 SECTION 10. Hearing on Annexation of Territory. A public hearing on the annexation of territory into the District shall be held at 7:00 p.m. on March 9, 2026, or as soon thereafter as the City Council may consider the matter, in the Council Chambers, 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701.
SECTION 11. Notice. The City Clerk shall publish a notice of the time and place of said hearing as required by Section 53322 of the California Government Code, and shall also give notice of the time and place of said hearing by first-class mail to each registered voter and to each landowner within the proposed community facilities district as prescribed by Section 53322.4 of said Code. Said notice shall be published at least seven (7) days and mailed at least fifteen (15) days before the date of the hearing, and shall contain the information required by said Section 53322.
SECTION 12. Report. The officers of the City who are responsible for providing the Services to be financed by the District, including the territory proposed to be financed, if it is approved, are hereby directed, pursuant to the requirements of Section 53321.5 of the California Government Code to study the proposed annexation and, at or before the time of said hearing, file or cause to be filed a report with the City Council containing a brief description of the Services by type and an estimate of the cost of providing those Services and the incidental expenses to be incurred in connection therewith. All such reports shall be made a part of the record of the hearing to be held pursuant to Section 10 hereof.
SECTION 13. Description of Voting Procedures. The voting procedures to be followed in conducting the election on the proposition with respect to the levy of special taxes within the territory proposed to be annexed to the District shall be as follows:
(a) If at the time of the close of the public or protest hearing (hereinafter referred to as the "protest hearing") at least 12 persons are registered to vote within the territory proposed to be annexed to the District, the election shall be conducted by the City Clerk, and shall be held on a date selected by the City Council in conformance with the provisions of Section 53326 of the California Government Code ("Section 53326") and pursuant to the applicable provisions of law regulating elections of the City, insofar as they may be applicable, and pursuant to Section 53326 the ballots for the election shall be distributed to the qualified electors of the territory proposed to be annexed to the District by mail with return postage prepaid and the election shall be conducted as a mail ballot election.
(b) If at the time of the close of the protest hearing, and for at least the preceding 90 days, less than 12 persons have been registered to vote within the territory proposed to be annexed to the District, and pursuant to Section 53326, the vote is therefore to be by the landowners of that territory, with each landowner of record at the close of the protest hearing having one vote for each acre or portion of an acre of land that he or she owns, the election shall be conducted by the City Clerk as follows:
4 (1) The election shall be held on the earliest date following the conclusion of the protest hearing upon which it can be held pursuant to Section 53326 which may be selected by the City Council, or such earlier date as the owners of land within the territory proposed to be annexed to the District and the City Clerk agree and concur is acceptable. (2) Pursuant to Section 53326, the election may be held earlier than 90 days following the close of the protest hearing if the qualified electors of the territory proposed to be annexed to the District waive the time limits for conducting the election set forth in Section 53326 by unanimous written consent and the City Clerk concurs in such earlier election date as shall be consented to by the qualified electors. (3) Pursuant to Section 53326, ballots for the election shall be distributed to the qualified electors by the City Clerk by mail with return postage prepaid or by personal service.
(4) Pursuant to applicable provisions of law regulating elections of the City, which govern the conduct of mail ballot elections, and Division 4 (commencing with Section 4000) of the California Elections Code with respect to elections conducted by mail, the City Clerk shall mail or deliver to each qualified elector an official ballot in a form specified by the City Council in the resolution calling the election, and shall also mail or deliver to all such qualified electors a ballot pamphlet and instructions to voter, including a sample ballot identical in form to the official ballot but identified as a sample ballot, a statement pursuant to Section 9401 of the said Code, an impartial analysis by the City Attorney pursuant to Section 9280 of the said Code with respect to the ballot proposition contained in the official ballot, ballot arguments and rebuttals, if any, pursuant to Sections 9281 to 9287, inclusive, of said Code, a return identification envelope with prepaid postage thereon addressed to the City Clerk for the return of voted official ballots, and a copy of this resolution; provided, however, that such statement, analysis and arguments may be waived with the unanimous consent of all the landowners of the territory proposed to be annexed to the District and shall be so stated in the resolution adopted by the City Council calling the election.
(5) The official ballot to be mailed or delivered by the City Clerk to each landowner-voter shall have printed or typed thereon the name of the landowner-voter and the number of votes to be voted by the landowner-voter, and shall have appended to it a certification to be signed by the person voting the official ballot which shall certify that the person signing the certification is the person who voted the official ballot, and if the landowner-voter is other than a natural person, that he or she is an officer of or other person affiliated with the landowner-voter entitled to vote such official ballot, that he or she has been authorized to vote such official ballot on behalf of the landowner-voter, that in voting such official ballot it was his 5 or her intent, as well as the intent of the landowner-voter, to vote all votes to which the landowner-voter is entitled based on its land ownership on the proposition set forth in the official ballot as marked thereon in the voting square opposite such proposition, and further certifying as to the acreage of the landowner-voter's land ownership within the territory proposed to be annexed to the District.
(6) The return identification envelope delivered by the City Clerk to each landowner-voter shall have printed or typed thereon the following: (i) the name of the landowner, (ii) the address of the landowner, (iii) a declaration under penalty of perjury stating that the voter is the landowner or the authorized representative of the landowner entitled to vote the enclosed ballot and is the person whose name appears on the identification envelope, (iv) the printed name and signature of the voter, (v) the address of the voter, (vi) the date of signing and place of execution of said declaration, and (vii) a notice that the envelope contains an official ballot and is to be opened only by the City Clerk.
(7) The information-to-voter form to be mailed or delivered by the City Clerk to the landowner-voters shall inform them that the official ballots shall be returned to the City Clerk properly voted as provided thereon and with the certification appended thereto properly completed and signed in the sealed return identification envelope with the certification thereon completed and signed and all other information to be inserted thereon properly inserted by 7:00 p.m. on the date of the election. (8) Upon receipt of the return identification envelopes which are returned prior to the voting deadline on the date of the election, the City Clerk shall canvass the votes cast in the election, and shall file a statement with the City Council at its next regular meeting regarding the results of such canvass and the election.
The procedures set forth in this section for conducting the election may be modified as the City Council may determine to be necessary or desirable by a resolution subsequently adopted by the City Council.
SECTION 14. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this resolution.
6 SIGNATURE PAGE TO RESOLUTION NO. 25-3072
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of January, 2026.
RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
JENNIFER ALDERETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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CITY ATTORNEY, BEST, BEST & KRIEGER
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EXHIBIT A
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
The types of services proposed to be provided for are:
1. Police protection services.
2. Fire protection and suppression services, and ambulance and paramedic services.
3. Flood and storm protection services, including, but not limited to, the operation and maintenance of storm drainage systems.
4. Maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space.
The Services shall include the estimated and reasonable costs of providing the services including, without limitation: (i) the costs of contracting for services, (ii) the salaries and benefits of City staff, if the City directly provides services, (iii) the expense related to equipment, apparatus, and supplies related to these services and authorized by the Mello-Roos Community Facilities District Act of 1982, and (iv) a proportionate share of City overhead costs associated with providing such services within the District.
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EXHIBIT B
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
The Land referred to herein below is situated in the City of Artesia, Los Angeles County, California, and is described as follows:
PARCEL 1: (APN 7033-007-017 and 018)
THE EAST 291 FEET OF THE WEST 321 FEET OF THE NORTH 132 FEET OF THE SOUTH 20 ACRES OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST, IN THE RANCHO LOS
ANGELES, IN THE CITY OF ARTESIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
EXCEPT THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND INCLUDED WITHIN THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED BOUNDARIES:
BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF PIONEER BOULEVARD, 60 FEET WIDE, WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF NORTH 29.66 FEET ACRES OF SAID
NORTHWEST QUARTER, SAID POINT OF BEGINNING BEING DISTANT ALONG SAID EAST LINE 762.52 FEET, MORE OR LESS, FROM THE SOUTH LINE OF ARTESIA AVENUE, 60 FEET WIDE; THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 200 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 52 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 200 FEET TO SAID EAST LINE OF PIONEER BOULEVARD; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID BOULEVARD 52 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
PARCEL 2: (APN 7033-007-016)
THAT PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 3 SOUTH, RANGE 11 WEST, S.B.B.M., IN THE RANCHO LOS
COYOTES, IN THE CITY OF ARTESIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DESCRIBE AS FOLLOWS:
BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF PIONEER BOULEVARD, 60 FEET WIDE, WITH THE SOUTH LINE OF THE NORTH 29.66 FEET ACRES OF SAID
NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, SAID POINT OF BEGINNING BEING DISTANT ALONG SAID EAST LINE 762.52 FEET, MORE OR LESS, FROM THE SOUTH LINE OF ARTESIA AVENUE, 60 FEET WIDE; THENCE EASTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 200 FEET; THENCE SOUTHERLY PARALLEL WITH THE WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 52 FEET; THENCE WESTERLY PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SECTION 200 FEET TO SAID EAST LINE OF PIONEER BOULEVARD; THENCE NORTHERLY ALONG SAID BOULEVARD 52 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING.
APN: 7033-007-016, 7033-007-017 and 7033-007-018
City of Artesia 1 CFD No. 2017-1(Services)
CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2017-1
(SERVICES)
RATE AND METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
A Special Tax shall be levied on all Taxable Property within the boundaries of the City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services) (“CFD No. 2017-1”) and collected each Fiscal Year commencing in Fiscal Year 2017/2018 according to the tax liability determined by the City Council, through the application of the rate and method of apportionment of the Special Tax set forth below. All Taxable Property shall be taxed to the extent and in the manner herein provided.
1. Definitions
“Acreage” means the land area of an Assessor’s Parcel as shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, or if the land area is not shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map, the land area shown on the applicable final subdivision map, parcel map, condominium plan, or other recorded County parcel map. An Acre means 43,560 square feet of land. “Act” means the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, being Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California.
“Administrative Expenses” means the costs incurred by the City to determine, levy and collect the Special Taxes, including salaries of City employees and the fees of consultants and the costs of collecting installments of the Special Taxes upon the general tax rolls; preparation of required reports, and any other costs required to administer CFD No. 2017-1 as determined by the City.
“Annual Cost(s)” means for each Fiscal Year, the total of 1) the estimated cost of Services as determined by the City; 2) Administrative Expenses, and 3) any amounts needed to cure actual or projected delinquencies in Special Taxes for the current or previous Fiscal Year.
“Assessor” means the Assessor of the County of Los Angeles. “Assessor's Parcel” means a lot or parcel shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map with an assigned Assessor's Parcel Number.
“Assessor’s Parcel Map” means an official map of the Assessor designating parcel(s) by Assessor’s Parcel Number(s).
“Assessor's Parcel Number” means the number assigned to an Assessor’s Parcel by the County for purposes of identification.
“Base Year” means Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2018.
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“CFD No. 2017-1” means the City of Artesia Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 (Services).
“CFD Administrator” means an official of the City, or designee thereof, responsible for determining the Annual Costs and preparing the annual Special Tax roll. “City” means the City of Artesia, California.
“City Council” means the City Council of the City of Artesia which acts for CFD No. 2017-1 under the Act.
“County” means the County of Los Angeles, California.
“Developed Property” means for each Fiscal Year, commencing with Fiscal Year 2017- 2018, each Assessor’s Parcel, for which a building permit for new construction was issued, prior to May 1 of the previous Fiscal Year.
“Equivalent Dwelling Unit or EDU” is a value assigned to an Assessor’s Parcel of NonResidential Property as a comparison to a residential dwelling unit. One EDU is assigned to each 1,000 square feet of Floor Area with a minimum of one EDU assigned to an Assessor’s Parcel of Non-Residential Property. Above 1,000 square feet, EDUs are assigned on a proportional basis. That is, a Floor Area of 3,500 square feet would equate to 3.5 EDUs.
“Exempt Property” means an Assessor's Parcel not subject to the Special Tax. Exempt Property includes: (i) Public Property, or (ii) Property owner association property, or (iii) Assessor’s Parcels with public or utility easements making impractical their utilization for other than the purposes set forth in the easement. Exempt Property is not subject to the Special Tax.
“Fiscal Year” means the period starting on July 1 and ending the following June 30. “Floor Area” means for any Non-Residential Property the total of the gross square footage within the perimeter of a non-residential structure, not including any space devoted to any carports, walkways, garages, overhangs, or courtyards, except such areas that are used solely for commercial purposes. The determination of Floor Area shall be made by reference to space as identified on City building permits, building plans or other such documentation as determined by the CFD Administrator. “Land Use Class” means any of the classes listed in Table 1 under Section 3 below. “Maximum Special Tax” means the greatest amount of Special Tax, determined in accordance with Section 3 below, which may be levied in any Fiscal Year on any Assessor’s Parcel.
“Non-Residential Property” means all Developed Property for which a building permit(s) was issued for a non-residential use.
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“Public Property” means any property within the boundaries of CFD No. 2017-1, the ownership of which is transferred to a public agency, and is used for rights-of-way or any other purpose and is owned by, or irrevocably offered for dedication to the federal government, the State of California, the County, the City or any other public agency where the public agency has officially agreed to accept the offer of dedication; provided however that any property owned by a public agency and leased to a private entity and subject to taxation under Section 53340.1 of the Act shall be taxed and classified in accordance with its use.
“Residential Property” means all Assessor’s Parcels of Developed Property for which a building permit has been issued for purposes of constructing one or more residential dwelling units including manufactured homes.
“Services” means services, which are in addition to those services that were provided within the boundaries of CFD No. 2017-1 at the time of formation of CFD No. 2017-1, including 1) Police protection services, 2) Fire protection and suppression services, and ambulance and paramedic services, 3) Flood and storm protection services, including, but not limited to, the operation and maintenance of storm drainage systems, and 4) Maintenance and lighting of parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space “Special Tax” means any special tax authorized to be levied within CFD No. 2017-1 pursuant to the Act and this Rate and Method of Apportionment. “State” means the State of California.
“Taxable Property” means all of the Assessor's Parcels within the boundaries of CFD No. 2017-1 that are classified as Residential Property or Non-Residential Property.
2. Land Use Classification
Each Fiscal Year, each Assessor’s Parcel within the boundaries of CFD No. 2017-1 shall be classified as Taxable Property, Public Property or Exempt Property. Each Assessor’s Parcel of Taxable Property shall be classified as Residential Property or Non-Residential Property.
3. Maximum Special Tax Rates
Table 1
Fiscal Year 2017/2018
Maximum Special Tax Rates
Land Use Class Description Maximum Special Tax
1 Residential Property $721 per Unit
2 Non-Residential Property $721 per EDU
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Escalation of Maximum Special Tax
Each Fiscal Year following the Base Year, the Maximum Special Tax shall be increased by two percent (2.0%) of the amount in effect in the prior Fiscal Year.
Multiple Land Use Classes
In some instances an Assessor’s Parcel of Developed Property may contain more than one Land Use Class. The Maximum Special Tax levied on an Assessor’s Parcel shall be the sum of the Maximum Special Taxes for all Land Use Classes located on that Assessor’s Parcel. For an Assessor’s Parcel that contains both Residential Property and Non-Residential Property, the Residential Property shall be taxed on a per Unit basis and the Non-Residential Property shall be taxed on the EDU basis. The Special Tax of such Assessor’s Parcel shall be allocated to each type of property based on the building permit or by reference to the site plan approved for such Assessor’s Parcel.
The CFD Administrator’s allocation to each type of property shall be final.
4. Method of Apportionment
For each Fiscal Year, commencing Fiscal Year 2017-2018, the CFD Administrator shall determine the Annual Costs and calculate the Special Tax so that the amount of Special Taxes equals the Annual Costs. The Special Tax shall be levied on Taxable Property each Fiscal Year as follows:
First: Calculate the available Special Tax revenues by setting the Special Tax on each Assessor’s Parcel of Taxable Property at 100% of its Maximum Special Tax. If revenues are greater than the Annual Costs, then reduce the Special Tax proportionately against all Assessor’s Parcels until the tax levy is set at an amount sufficient to cover the Annual Costs.
Second: Levy on each Assessor’s Parcel of Taxable Property the amount calculated above. No Special Tax shall be levied on Exempt Property.
The City shall make every effort to correctly assign the number of taxable units and calculate the Special Tax for each Assessor’s Parcel.
5. Collection of Special Taxes
Collection of the Special Tax shall be by the County in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes are collected and the Special Tax shall be subject to the same penalties and the same lien priority in the case of delinquency as ad valorem taxes; provided, however, that the City Council may provide for other means of collecting the Special Tax if necessary to meet its financial obligations, including direct billings to the property owners.
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6. Administrative Changes and Appeals
Any landowner who pays the Special Tax and claims the amount of the Special Tax levied on his or her Assessor’s Parcel is in error shall first consult with the CFD Administrator regarding such error not later than twelve (12) months after first having paid the first installment of the Special Tax that is disputed. If following such consultation, the CFD Administrator determines that an error has occurred, the CFD Administrator may recommend changing the amount of the Special Tax levied on such Assessor’s Parcel. If following such consultation and action, if any by the CFD Administrator, the landowner believes such error still exists, such person may file a written notice with the City Manager or designee of the City appealing the amount of the Special Tax levied on such Assessor’s Parcel. Upon the receipt of such notice, the City Manager or designee may establish such procedures as deemed necessary to undertake the review of any such appeal. The City Manager or designee thereof shall interpret this Rate and Method of Apportionment and make determinations relative to the administration of the Special Tax and any landowner appeals. The decision of the City Manager or designee shall be final and binding as to all persons.
Interpretations may be made by Resolution of the City Council for purposes of clarifying any vagueness or ambiguity as it relates to the Special Tax, the Rate and Method of Apportionment, the classification of properties, or any definition applicable to CFD No. 2017-1.
7. Term of Special Tax
The Special Tax shall be levied annually in perpetuity, unless terminated earlier by the City Council.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9K.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Community Benefit Grant Awards for Calendar Year 2026 FROM: Carmen Zambrano, Management Analyst
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
Jamie Murguia, Finance Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council grant funds from the Community Benefit Grant Program, contingent upon execution of a Community Benefit Grant Agreement, for the following amounts to each group:
1. Artesia Christian Home for $27,000;
2. Artesia Historical Society for $40,000;
3. Artesia-Cerritos Lions Club for $19,800;
4. Friends of Artesia Library for $16,800;
5. Miss Artesia Pageant for $26,000;
6. Rotary Club for $21,400;
7. Saahas for Cause for $20,700;
8. South Asian Network for $21,700; and
9. Artesia Chamber of Commerce for $30,000.
BACKGROUND:
In August 2024, the City Council approved the Community Benefits Grant Program Funding Policy ("Policy"), establishing a framework for distributing Community Benefit Agreement funds received from the City of Artesia's ("City") three cannabis permittees. Under the Policy, funding received for this program is allocated as follows: 55% to Community Non-Profit Organizations, 35% to City Events and Programs, and 10% to the Artesia Chamber of Commerce.
In December 2024, the City Council awarded the inaugural round of grants under the Pilot Cycle (Cycle 1) for Calendar Year 2025. Although the Artesia Chamber of Commerce (the "Chamber") submitted an application during Cycle 1, the Chamber did not meet all Policy requirements necessary to receive funding. In February 2025, Staff brought forward a recommendation to reallocate the Chamber’s award, and the City Council approved the reallocation.
In October 2025, Staff presented recommended Policy updates based on lessons learned from Cycle 1. The City Council directed Staff to continue refining the Chamber section of the Policy while proceeding with the nonprofit application process for the 2026 funding cycle (Cycle 2). Staff returned to the City Council on December 15, 2025, with revised Policy language pertaining to the Chamber’s eligibility and expectations. The City received applications from eight nonprofit organizations as well as the Chamber by the end of the application period.
For Cycle 2, total Community Benefit funding received equaled $300,000. Pursuant to the allocation formula, 55% ($165,000) was designated for nonprofit organizations. The Artesia Historical Society returned $28,400 in unused Cycle 1 funds, increasing the total available nonprofit allocation for Cycle 2 to $193,400. The Chamber is eligible 10%, or $30,000 under the funding allocation, with the remaining 35% of funding supporting City events and programs.
The application period for Cycle 2 opened in October 2025, and closed in November 2025. Nonprofit organizations were permitted to request up to $40,000, with priority given to Artesia-based organizations or those providing direct services to Artesia residents. In accordance with the Policy, Staff reviewed all applications, including the Chamber’s, for completeness, eligibility, and alignment with Program requirements.
Upon City Council approval, Staff will issue Community Benefit Grant Agreements (Grant Agreement) to each awardee. Funds will not be released until the Grant Agreement is fully executed, and all required documentation has been submitted.
ANALYSIS:
Nonprofit Applications - Cycle 2 Analysis
For Cycle 2 (Calendar Year 2026), the City received eight nonprofit applications requesting a total of $274,700 in funding. All applications were reviewed by Staff for eligibility, completeness, alignment with the Community Benefits Grant Program Funding Policy, and relevance to community needs. After review of all grant reports from organizations which received funding in Cycle 1 (Calendar Year 2025), it was determined these groups utilized funds as stated in their applications, and following their presentation to City Council regarding the use of these funds on January 12, 2025, are eligible to receive funding in Cycle 2.
Organization ArtesiaBased
Last Year
Awarded
Funding
Request
Artesia Christian
Home Yes No $40,000
Artesia Historical
Society Yes $37,500 $40,000
Artesia-Cerritos
Lions Club Yes $12,000 $25,000
Friends of Artesia
Library
Yes $25,000 $25,000
Miss Artesia
Pageant
Yes No $37,000
Rotary Club Yes No $30,000
Saahas for Cause Yes $13,000 $37,700
South Asian
Network Yes $11,500 $40,000
The allocation formula for Cycle 2 provides $193,400 in available nonprofit funding, which includes $165,000 from the 2026 revenue allocation and $28,400 returned from the Artesia Historical Society’s unused Cycle 1 funds. As total requests exceed available funding, Staff recommends distributing funds in a balanced manner to maximize community benefit while supporting a broad range of services.
A key lesson learned during the Pilot Cycle (Cycle 1) was that the original Policy did not include any cap or restriction on the amount of funding that could be used for administrative or personnel costs. As a result, several applicants submitted requests dominated by staffing and overhead expenses, which were not intended to be eligible for use of grant funds. In October 2025, Staff brought forward revisions to the Policy to clarify this issue, and the City Council approved updates providing that grant monies cannot be used for administrative and overhead costs, ensuring that funds are directed toward direct program services in the community. Despite this clarification, several Cycle 2 applicants continued to include administrative and personnel costs in their requests. Staff reviewed these submissions carefully and formulated funding recommendations consistent with the updated Policy and the Program’s intent to prioritize community-facing services.
The following is a summary of the requested funding uses:
Artesia Christian Home
Supports the Care Assistance Relief Empathy (CARE) Fund, which addresses Medi-Cal reimbursement shortfalls impacting services for low-income senior residents. Funding contributes to a coordinated mix of fundraising and operational resources that collectively address an estimated $750,000 annual reimbursement gap, ensuring continuity of skilled nursing care, meals, medical supplies, and daily living support.
Artesia Historical Society
Requests funding to construct a replica Bell Tower as a community landmark celebrating Artesia’s historic roots.
The project is intended to enhance City aesthetics and strengthen local heritage identity.
Artesia-Cerritos Lions Club
Supports a wide range of community programs including eyeglass assistance for ABCUSD students, student speaker contests, Easter egg hunt, youth sports uniforms, backpack distribution, Earth Day, Trunk-or-Treat, Thanksgiving baskets, Project Joy giveaway, and Christmas food baskets.
Friends of the Artesia Library
Expands library programming through the “Level Up at the Library” project and other cultural and educational activities. Funding supports digital literacy through a video game lending program, arts programs (calligraphy, classical guitar), cultural month celebrations, children’s programming, and teen/adult book lending enhancements.
Miss Artesia Pageant
Supports youth leadership development, civic engagement, and community service activities carried out by the Miss Artesia Court. Funding would support professional photography/marketing, community giving events, administrative technology, the production of the pageant, and outreach efforts.
Rotary Club
The City is currently undergoing renovations to two youth rooms at AJ Padelford Park and provides youth programming at the park. This proposal seeks to build upon those efforts by supporting additional literacy-focused programming and interactive activities designed to enhance learning, social connection, and community pride in the neighborhood. Proposed elements include a community book library, computer-based learning opportunities, supervised gaming, enrichment programs, and hands-on activities for youth ages 6-12.
Saahas for Cause
Funds culturally tailored Wellness and Know Your Rights outreach for Artesia’s South Asian community, including multilingual workshops, direct engagement, health education, immigrant rights information, case management, translation, and outreach supplies. Expected to reach 1,200+ residents.
South Asian Network
Supports a comprehensive community health and citizenship program, including an expanded health fair serving 200+ Artesia residents, 12 health education workshops, and public benefits enrollment assistance for 1,000 residents (Medi-Cal, Covered California, CalFresh, CalWorks). Also supports naturalization assistance for 400 residents. Funds cover program supplies, screening materials, translated materials, outreach, and community wellness items.
Artesia Chamber of Commerce
Funding to support an organizational transition and strengthen its long-term sustainability, business outreach, and community engagement efforts. The proposal focuses on expanding business promotion and visibility through enhanced social media, events, and grassroots outreach, while embracing diverse and inclusive membership.
Funds would support staffing and consultant services, Chamber-hosted business and community events, and marketing, website, and promotional materials.
Staff recommends funding all eight nonprofit applicants, and the Artesia Chamber of Commerce, to ensure a diverse range of programs and community benefits are supported. Recommended allocations reflect a balance between community impact, fiscal responsibility, and the objectives of the Grant Program.
Organization
Last
Year
Awarded
Funding
Request
Recommended
Funding
Artesia Christian
Home No $40,000 $27,000
Artesia Historical
Society $37,500 $40,000 $40,000
Artesia-Cerritos Lions
Club $12,000 $25,000 $19,800
Friends of Artesia
Library $25,000 $25,000 $16,800
Miss Artesia Pageant No $37,000 $26,000
Rotary Club No $30,000 $21,400
Saahas for Cause $13,000 $37,700 $20,700
South Asian Network $11,500 $40,000 $21,700
Artesia Chamber of
Commerce No $30,600 $30,000
Once awards are made by the City Council, Staff will notify the applicants with an award letter including a Grant Agreement to be signed and returned should they accept the grant funding. All awardees will also provide a report on the use of their funding to the City Council at the end of the 2026 calendar year before being eligible to receive future funding.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Community Benefits Grant Program is funded through Community Benefit Agreements with the City’s three cannabis Permittees. Beginning in the third year of operations (November 2025), each Permittee is required to contribute the greater of 1.1% of gross receipts or $100,000 annually, with “gross receipts” defined in AMC 3-5.504 as sales revenue from cannabis products excluding state and local taxes. For the 2026 funding cycle, the City received the minimum guaranteed contribution of $300,000. Under the allocation formula established in the Community Benefits Grant Program Funding Policy, 55% of these funds ($165,000) is designated for Community Non-Profit Organizations, 10% ($30,000) is allocated to the Artesia Chamber of Commerce, and the remaining 35% supports City events and programs.
In addition to the annual allocation, the Artesia Historical Society returned $28,400 in unspent Cycle 1 grant funds.
These funds were added to the nonprofit allocation for Cycle 2, increasing the total amount available for nonprofit awards to $193,400. The recommended nonprofit allocations in this report total $193,400 and fall fully within the available funding for this category. The Chamber of Commerce allocation of $30,000 and the City Events and Programs allocation remain unchanged.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends the City Council grant funds from the Community Benefit Grant Program, contingent upon execution of a Community Benefit Agreement, for the following amounts to each group:
1. Artesia Christian Home for $27,000;
2. Artesia Historical Society for $40,000;
3. Artesia-Cerritos Lions Club for $19,800;
4. Friends of Artesia Library for $16,800;
5. Miss Artesia Pageant for $26,000;
6. Rotary Club for $21,400;
7. Saahas for Cause for $20,700;
8. South Asian Network for $21,700; and
9. Artesia Chamber of Commerce for $30,000.
Attachments
2026 Community Benefits Grant Program Funding Policy 12-15-25.pdf.pdf Artesia Christian Home Application 2026.pdf
Artesia Historical Society Application 2026.pdf
Artesia-Cerritos Lions Club Application 2026.pdf
Friends of the Artesia Library Application 2026.pdf
Miss Artesia Pageant Application 2026.pdf
Rotary Club Application 2026.pdf
Saahas for Cause Application 2026.pdf
South Asian Network Application 2026.pdf
Artesia Chamber of Commerce Application 2026.pdf
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CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY BENEFITS GRANT PROGRAM
FUNDING POLICY
PURPOSE
The City of Artesia recognizes the value that other organizations have in providing services that benefit the community and its members. As part of establishing the City’s Retail Cannabis Program, the City will receive annual Community Benefit Funds from the City’s Retail Cannabis Permittees. The City Council reviewed and approved the Community Benefits Grant Program Funding Policy on August 12, 2024, revised it on October 13, 2025 and December 15, 2025, and may revisit the Policy in the future based on changing needs of the City.
The City Council wishes to allocated Community Benefit Funds received of the City’s Cannabis Permittees in the following manner, subject to terms and conditions as provided herein:
❖ City Events and Programs – 35% of received funds
❖ Community Benefit Grant Program – 55% of received funds ❖ Chamber of Commerce – 10% of received funds
The Community Benefits Grant Program is intended to provide monetary assistance to eligible community non-profit organizations in their efforts to provide social, educational, and cultural services to the community. Grants will be awarded in amounts of $2,000-$40,000.
CITY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
The City shall retain 35% of Community Benefit Funds received from Cannabis Permittees each year to continue funding City community events, programs, and needs for the benefit of residents and businesses within the City. Community events, programs, and needs include, but are not limited to:
the International Street Fair and Diversity Festival, National Night Out Against Crime, Public Safety Expo, 4th of July, Crossing Guard Program, public service center including Sheriff Deputies, oncampus drug free campaigns, Red Ribbon programs, and other Law Enforcement activities.
ELIGIBILITY AND POLICY
To be eligible to apply for grant monies under the City’s Community Benefits Grant Program, a community non-profit organization must satisfy the following standards:
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1. The organization must operate as a non-profit and provide verification of 501(c)(3) status and ongoing operations for at least two consecutive years prior to the application period.
2. The organization must serve and publicly benefit the City of Artesia and its residents and/or Artesia’s business community. The organization will need to show that more than 50% of the program beneficiaries are Artesia residents.
3. Applicants must explain how the proposed project or program will serve the City of Artesia and its residents or business community.
4. The project or program must directly provide the social service, educational, or cultural program(s) for which grant monies are sought in the City of Artesia.
5. Grant monies cannot be used for religious or partisan political activities.
6. Grant monies cannot be used for administrative and overhead costs.
7. Applicants must identify othersources of funding if the program requires funding in a greater amount than the grant award.
8. Grant Awardees shall recognize the City for awarding grant monies for the project or program.
9. Grant Awardees must submit a report on the use of funds by the second Monday in December of the grant cycle year, marking the conclusion of the funding period.
Awardees are also required to present a report to the City Council by the January City Council meeting (second Monday of January). The report must be submitted prior to being awarded subsequent rounds of grant funding. The report on use of funds must include the following:
• A financial report outlining how the grant funds were expended, including how many Artesia residents or businesses were served. All funds must be expended by the first Monday in December unless otherwise approved by the City Manager. If funds were not fully expended, please specify when they will be used;
• If funds were not expended, confirmation that they were returned, or that a request for extension was submitted;
• If revenues were collected from the program (for example ticket sales or program registration fees), the disposition of said proceeds generated by the project or program and how they will be used by the organization; • A summary of the overall outcome of the project or program, including photographs;
• Copies of all promotional materials distributed in the marketing ofthe project or program; and
• Following Staff review, additional clarification may be requested.
10. All awarded funds must be expended within the calendar year of the award. An Awardee may request an extension if a project requires additional time, such as in the case of capital projects or when funds are being leveraged with other fundraising efforts. To be considered for an extension, the Awardee must submit the report required in Item 8, along with a written justification and the requested extension period. The City Manager may, at their discretion, review the request and authorize an extension of the grant agreement.
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 Phone: 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240 Failure to provide the report or make the presentation will make the entity ineligible for future funding until the report on the use of funds is received and the presentation is made. The City retains the right to audit the use of the grant funds for a period of two years from the award of the grant. Therefore, grantees must retain all records relating to the grant, including, without limitation, receipts and invoices, for a period of two years from the award of the grant. Grantees shall submit relevant documents to the City for an audit within thirty (30) days of the City’s written request. Failure to comply with a City audit, including, without limitation, providing relevant documentation to the City that the City may request during an audit, may make the entity ineligible for future funding, in the City Manager’s sole and absolute discretion.
PRIORITY FOR ARTESIA-BASED ORGANIZATIONS
501(c)(3)sthat are located in the City of Artesia shall receive priority funding each application period.
Applications received from Artesia-based organizations shall be reviewed first. After all eligible Artesia-based organizations with a proposed project meeting the program criteria are funded, applications from all other community-based organizations will be reviewed for potential funding based on availability of funds.
ARTESIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Artesia Chamber of Commerce, a 501(c)(6), shall be eligible to receive 10% of the Community Benefit funds received each year from the Community Benefits Grant Program.
To receive funds, the Artesia Chamber of Commerce must submit a completed Community Benefit Grant application and include the City Manager or their designee, as a voting member of the Board of Directors. All requirements outlined in the Eligibility and Policy Section above apply to the Artesia Chamber of Commerce, except as noted below regarding eligible use of funds. • Funds may be used for:
o Conduct outreach to new businesses in the City and offer grand opening support. o Host a minimum of four (4) business-focused events per year. o Support the City’s economic development programs and initiatives, including but not limited to, the annual Restaurant Week and Top 25 Programs. o Hire a consultant(s) or staff to implement business development programming and/or support the needs of the business community.
• Funds may not be used for general operating expenses, utilities, or insurance.
At the end of the grant cycle, the Chamber shall submit an annual report and provide a presentation to the City Council detailing the use of funds as outlined in the Eligibility and Policy Section above.
INSURANCE
As a condition to being awarded a grant, each grantee shall provide a certificate of liability 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 Phone: 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240 insurance to the City, with an amount, issuer, coverage, and endorsements deemed acceptable by the City. The grantee shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and its officials, officers, employees, contractors, and agentsfrom and against any claims made with respect to this program, the grant, and the use of the grant funds.
FUNDING PROCEDURES
This is a voluntary program, and final grant decisions are made solely by the City Council, in its absolute discretion and will be made for each grant funding cycle. Submission of an application does not guarantee a grant award, and in addition to denying a grant award, the City Council may also choose to not fund any grants and/or approve a lesser amount than requested on a grant application.
Receipt of a grant in one cycle does not guarantee receipt of funds in any other grant cycle. Total funds available will be determined by the City Council, annually. Funds must be expended and the report of the use of funds must be received prior to applying for additional funding.
Failure to submit a complete application or comply with any of these procedures may remove an application from funding consideration. Failure to abide by the rules and procedures as set forth in this document will result in denial of future funding for the organization. However, the City Manager may, but is not required to, allow an applicant to correct an application deficiency. The City Manager, in their sole and absolute discretion, may administratively cancel, postpone, extend, or modify a grant cycle. The City reserves its rights to modify the terms and conditions of this Program at any time for any reason.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must apply by using the Community Benefits Grant Program application. Applications may also be requested by email at [email protected].
Application periods will open in October of each year and close in November of each year.
Following review, grants will be awarded based on available funding at the January City Council meetings each year, subject to the terms and conditions herein.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Completed application forms along with supplemental documents must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on November 20, 2025, addressed to:
City of Artesia
Attn: Community Benefit Grant Program
18747 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, CA 90701
Or emailed to [email protected] with “Community Benefit Grant Program Application” in the subject line.
EVALUATION OF APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
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Applicants may be asked to attend a meeting to address the Committee, answer questions, and clarify their use of funds. All applications will be evaluated to determine which non-profit organizations best meet the social service and cultural program needs the City seeks to satisfy.
In the case of multiple grant applications that are competing for limited available funds and resources, consideration will be given to applications based on the following criteria:
1. The organization is an Artesia based 501(c)(3);
2. Whether the project or program meets all the objectives and requirements of this Policy;
3. The number of Artesia community members who are expected to benefit, participate in, and be positively impacted by the project or program;
4. Performance of each applicant in prior years, including demonstrated fiscal responsibility and compliance with applicable regulations and requirements;
5. The amount of grant funding and/or resources previously awarded to project or program in prior years; and
6. The amount of funding and/or resources requested as a proportion of the total cost of the project or program.
Following the Committee screening and review process, a recommendation will be presented to the City Council. The City Council will review the Committee’s report and consider the award of funds to selected non-profit organizations.
EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT
Non-profit organizations selected to receive funds and a Chamber of Commerce will be required to sign and execute an Agreement with the City of Artesia prior to the release of funds ensure the proper use of funds.
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CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY BENEFITS GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING
APPLICATION
APPLICATIONS OPEN: OCTOBER 16, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 20, 2025
Organization/Agency Name:________________________________ Proposed Project or Program:____________________________________________ Funding Amount Requested:_____________________________________________ (Grant Awards may be made from $2,000 to $40,000)
Miss Artesia Pageant
Annual Event and Community Outreach
$32,000 $33,000 $37,000
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Organization’s Name: ____________________________________________________________ Contact Name: _________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Cell: _____________________________ Address: ________________________ City: ___________________ Zip: ___________ Email:_________________________________________________________________________ Project Title: ___________________________________________________________________ Total Project Cost: $_____________________
Amount Requested: $_____________________
If total project cost is greater than grant amount requested, please provide other funding sources:
______________________________________________________________________________ Please answer the questions below in the space provided or attach additional sheets, if needed.
1. Briefly state the mission or purpose of the organization. ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
2. How will this project or program benefit the City of Artesia and its residents? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Miss Artesia Pageant
Linda Gonzalez and Mary Krystle Vira-Montes
[email protected]
Miss Artesia Pageant
32,000
32,000
The mission of Miss Artesia Pageant Program is to mentor, empower, and develop the confidence, leadership, and community spirit of young women in the City of Artesia. For over 20 years, our organization has provided opportunities for young women to represent our city with pride, build professional skills, and engage in meaningful volunteerism. We help participants develop essential life and career skills — including public speaking, resume building, interview preparation, and leadership training— as well as poise, walking in heels, stage presence, and confidence in selfexpression Through structured mentorship, community engagement, and scholarship pathways, we equip participants to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.
The Miss Artesia Pageant program strengthens the fabric of Artesia by fostering civic pride and developing future leaders who actively serve their city. Court members represent Artesia at regional events, parades, and community programs, promoting unity and volunteerism.
Through community service projects, senior outreach, cultural celebrations, and youth mentorship, participants become positive role models and ambassadors for Artesia. By investing in youth leadership, this program ensures a lasting impact that uplifts both the participants and the broader community.
P.O. Box 623 Artesia 90702
(562) 632-2540 (562) 542-4970
Viramontes
(562)331-6113
33,000
33,000
37,000
37,000
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3. Briefly describe the project or program and the specific purpose for which you are requesting funds.
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4. What exact results do you hope to achieve and how will those results be sustained after the grant period?
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5. Describe your organization’s capacity to conduct this project or program, and list your recent accomplishments.
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6. Attach a detailed budget for your project or program. The budget must specify the time frame covered and provide a clear breakdown of how requested funds will be used, if awarded. Applicants shall also disclose any other sources of funding, including grants, sponsorships, or in-kind contributions, and indicate how such resources align with and support the proposed budget.
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Miss Artesia Pageant Inc.is requesting $32,000 to support the continuation and expansion of our community-based mentorship and leadership programs. Funds will be used for the following key areas:
A. Used Vehicle Purchase- Reliable transportation for court members to city and community events.
B. Professional Photography & Marketing- Documentation of events and media promotion to highlight Artesia’s involvement.
C. Holiday Celebration & Community Giving- Annual toy and turkey giveaway supporting Artesia families.
D. Technology & Equipment- Communication, laptop, and administrative tools for efficient program management.
E. Event Decor & Setup- Stage design, pageant supplies, and city representation materials.
F. Marketing & Branding Materials: Branding for consistent, city-proud visual identity.
G. Community Outreach & Engagement- Includes participation in cancer walks, neighbor city pageants, and service projects.
H. Bookkeeping Insurance- Ensure financial transparency and program protection.
We aim to achieve measurable outcomes in youth development, community engagement, and civic pride.
Short-Term Goals:
* Equip with 8 court members with leadership, communication, and service experience. * Increase local visibility of Artesia at regional and community events.
Long-Term Impact:
* Build a consistent pipeline of confident young leaders who continue to serve their city. * Strengthen partnerships between local organizations, schools, and small businesses. Program sustainability will continue through fundraising events, alumni mentorship, and city partnerships.
Miss Artesia Pageant has served the community for more than two decades.
Our recent achievements include:
* Formal incorporation as an independent nonprofit organization. * Increased participation in city-sponsored events including the Christmas Tree Lighting, Summer Concerts & the Artesia Parade.
* Development of a structured mentorship program for teenage and young adult participants. * Collaboration with local schools and small businesses for volunteer and sponsorship opportunities.
Our volunteer-led board ensures strong governance, transparent reporting, and a consistent commitment to Artesia’s youth.
Other Funding Sources:
* In-kind contributions (volunteers, donated event space, local sponsorships) valued at approximately $3,000 annually. * Annual fundraising events to sustain ongoing operations.
Please see attached document.
$37,000 $33,000
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7. How do you propose to involve the community in the project or program? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
8. How will you evaluate the success of your project or program? And how will you report that success to the City after the project or program is complete? ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Note: Per policy, awardees must submit a written report by the second Monday in December and present to City Council in January.
Signature of Officer: __________________________________ Date: ______________ Print Name and Title: ______________________________________________________ We actively involve Artesia residents through volunteering, mentorship, and public events. The pageant court participates in local celebrations, senior events, and charity drives — representing the city with pride. Our outreach extends to regional activities like cancer walks and neighboring city pageants, broadening Artesia’s presence and civic goodwill.
Program success will be evaluated through:
* Tracking participant progress (leadership growth, educational engagement, and volunteer hours). * Collecting feedback from participants, mentors, and event partners. * Documenting community participation with photography and reports.
We will provide the City of Artesia with a written report by the second Monday in December and a presentation to City Council in January, including financial transparency and measurable community impact.
Mary-Krystle Viramontes- Assistant Director
Miss Artesia Grant Proposal - $37,000 Request
Organization Overview
Miss Artesia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering young women ages 13–23 through leadership, community involvement, and personal development. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of leaders through education, mentorship, and service.
Grant Purpose
The requested $33,000 grant will allow Miss Artesia to enhance its programming, transportation, outreach, and overall operational foundation to better serve local youth and represent the City of Artesia with pride.
Funding Allocation Breakdown – $37,000
Annual Pageant Event ($12,000)
Item Cost
Set up & Cleanup $1000
Photography & Videography $4000
Decorations $1000
Rentals $1200
Delivery Fees $800
Dresses $1000
Security $1000
Hair & Makeup $1000
Crowns, Sashes, Plaques, Crown Boxes $1000
Total $12,000
$37,000
Community Outreach & Engagement ($18,000)
Operations ($7,000)
Item Cost
Diaper Giveaway $1000
Thanksgiving Event $1000
Christmas Event $1000
Additional Community Support $1000
Purchase of Passenger Van $13,000
Emergency Support Reserve $1000
Total $18,000
Item Cost
Branding $1000
Technology $1000
Lighting $1000
Microphones & Audio $1000
Accounting $1000
Event Tools $2000
Total $7,000
Expected Outcome
• Provide opportunities for 20+ local youth to participate free of charge. • Build community engagement through annual events and volunteer outreach. • Increase visibility for Artesia youth leadership programs. • Develop a sustainable and organized system for ongoing nonprofit growth.
Community Impact
Funding this project strengthens youth representation, builds confidence and public speaking skills, and expands Artesia’s culture of giving and leadership. The van and media resources allow Miss Artesia to reach schools, churches, and local events, increasing awareness and impact.
Contact Information
■ [email protected]
■ [email protected]
■ 562-331-6113 | 562-632-2540
With gratitude,
Miss Artesia Board of Directors
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CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY BENEFITS GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING
APPLICATION
APPLICATIONS OPEN: OCTOBER 16, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 20, 2025
Organization/Agency Name: Rotary Club of Cerritos-Artesia Proposed Project or Program: Rotary Learning Library and Media Center Funding Amount Requested: $30,0000
(Grant Awards may be made from $2,000 to $40,000)
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Organization’s Name: Rotary Club of Cerritos - Artesia
Contact Name: Dan Rocha
Phone: (562) 250-4797 Cell: (562) 455-8927
Address: 13337 South St. #238 City: Cerritos Zip: 90703 Email: [email protected]
Project Title: Rotary Learning Library and Media Center Total Project Cost: $30,000
Amount Requested: $30,000
If total project cost is greater than grant amount requested, please provide other funding sources: Local business sponsorships ($2000), Rotary Club of Cerritos-Artesia (in-kind, supplies), book donations from community and partners
Please answer the questions below in the space provided or attach additional sheets, if needed.
1. Briefly state the mission or purpose of the organization.
The mission of our Rotary Club is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business professionals and community leaders.
2. How will this project or program benefit the City of Artesia and its residents? North Artesia families have expressed longstanding concerns about the lack of youth learning spaces and safe indoor gathering environments. Many local households lack computers, highspeed internet, or space to support reading and homework. This project provides free access to literacy resources, technology, and enrichment in a welcoming environment families can rely on.
3. Briefly describe the project or program and the specific purpose for which you are requesting funds.
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240 This purpose of the project is to transform two underutilized rooms at AJ Padelford Park into a vibrant, kid-centered Reading & Learning Center serving children ages 6–12, many of whom live in historically underserved neighborhoods of North Artesia. The center will provide literacy support, digital learning access, recreational enrichment, and supervised social spaces that build confidence, connection, and community pride.
4. What exact results do you hope to achieve and how will those results be sustained after the grant period?
• Increase access to reading materials by providing a community book library with flexible seating for reading and small group engagement.
• Improve digital access and learning confidence with a computer workstation area for homework, learning programs, and supervised online activity. • Promote positive social connection through supervised gaming sessions, collaborative play, and peer-to-peer support.
• Provide live programs such as magicians, petting zoos, etc, such as those provided at the LA County Library in Artesia.
• Cultivate belonging and community pride by designing a joyful, colorful, welcoming environment created with and for local families.
Expected Outcomes (Year One):
• 150+ youth regularly using the space for reading and homework. • 500+ total youth visits across after-school and weekend open hours. • 12+ structured youth programs and workshops delivered onsite. • Demonstrated improvement in reading confidence reported by parents and youth.
5. Describe your organization’s capacity to conduct this project or program and list your recent accomplishments.
Our organization is composed of community members and business owners who have experience in coordinating resources and budgets. Our club’s past accomplishments include:
• Running a Shrimp Boil fundraising event with 200+ attendees with a budget of $13,000 • Organizing the annual dinner event honoring local first responders attended by 65 people
• Running a Christmas Toy Giveaway drive-thru program
• Conducting food giveaways during Thanksgiving and Christmas which involve procuring the food and finding recipients in need.
• Organizing an annual mixer in September amongst all service clubs in Artesia and Cerritos.
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240
6. Attach a detailed budget for your project or program. The budget must specify the time frame covered and provide a clear breakdown of how requested funds will be used, if awarded. Applicants shall also disclose any other sources of funding, including grants, sponsorships, or in-kind contributions, and indicate how such resources align with and support the proposed budget.
Attached for reference as Proposed Budget for Learning Library and Media Center
7. How do you propose to involve the community in the project or program? We will conduct surveys and/or facilitate meetings at AJ Padelford Park in coordination with the staff to obtain feedback on the center’s design, what books to obtain, what programs they would like to see, etc.
8. How will you evaluate the success of your project or program? And how will you report that success to the City after the project or program is complete? The success of the project will be measured by various metrics which include noting completion of the upgrade of the 2 underutilized rooms with new books, computers, etc, the number of youth visits on a weekly basis, number of attendees for programs, etc.
Note: Per policy, awardees must submit a written report by the second Monday in December and present to City Council in January.
Signature of Officer: Date:
Print Name and Title: Dan Rocha
Rotary Learning Library & Media Center
Detailed Budget & Funding Sources (FY 2026)
1. Time Frame
This budget covers January 2026 – December 2026, including one-time capital improvements and recurring quarterly youth programs.
2. Capital & Startup Costs
Category Description Qty Unit Cost Total
Commercial
Bookshelves
Heavy-duty,
communitygrade
5 $360 $1,800
Bean Pod / Soft
Seating
Durable, easyclean vinyl9 $120 $1,080
Large Reading
Rug (8×10)
Primary
gathering zone
1 $260 $260
Round Tables +
4 Chairs
Collaborative
stations
2 sets $520 $1,040
Desktop
Computers +
Monitors
Public access
computers
4 $650 $2,600
55" TVs + Wall
Mounts
Educational &
group gaming
2 $480 $960
Nintendo
Switch
Consoles
Interactive
learning games
2 $299 $598
Locking
Cabinets
Secure console
storage
2 $190 $380
Ceiling Tile
Replacement
New acoustic
tiles
- - $3,000
Paint + Labor Full-room
repaint, durable
finish
- - $4,800
Local Artist
Murals
Disney-inspired
literacy themes
- - $3,500
Interactive
STEM Games
LEGO walls,
magnetic gear
table
- - $1,720
Subtotal
(Capital)
$21,738 –
$22,000
3. Program & Operational Costs (2026)
Category Description Frequency Unit Cost Total
Youth
Programs Fund
Quarterly
enrichment
events
Quarterly $1,500 $6,000
Supplies &
Materials
Games, art,
craft,
maintenance
Ongoing - $1,200
Subtotal
(Programs)
$7,200
4. Contingency & Reserve
Category Description Total
Maintenance &
Replacement Reserve
Covers wear, upgrades,
minor repairs
$3,500
Grand Total $33,000 – $35,000
5. Funding Sources & Alignment
Source Amount Alignment / Notes
City of Artesia Community
Grant (Requested)
$30,000 – $35,000 Primary capital + program
funding
Rotary Club of CerritosArtesia$2,000 in-kind Volunteer labor, event staffing, donated supplies
Local Business
Sponsorships
$2,000 projected Targeted toward murals &
STEM stations
Book Donations $5,000 in-kind est. All books donated by (Community Drives) community & partners
6. Summary of Use
The requested funds will be used exclusively for furniture and technology acquisition, interior painting, ceiling tile replacement, artist mural commissions, installation labor, and quarterly youth enrichment programming. All funds will be expended within 12 months of award with Rotary providing ongoing oversight and maintenance. 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240
CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY BENEFITS GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING
APPLICATION
APPLICATIONS OPEN: OCTOBER 16, 2025
APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 20, 2025
Organization/Agency Name:________________________________ Proposed Project or Program:____________________________________________ Funding Amount Requested:_____________________________________________ (Grant Awards may be made from $2,000 to $40,000)
Saahas for Cause
Wellness and Know Your Rights Outreach for South Asians in Artesia $37,700
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240 Community Benefits Grant Program Application
Organization’s Name: ____________________________________________________________ Contact Name: _________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Cell: _____________________________ Address: ________________________ City: ___________________ Zip: ___________ Email:_________________________________________________________________________ Project Title: ___________________________________________________________________ Total Project Cost: $_____________________
Amount Requested: $_____________________
If total project cost is greater than grant amount requested, please provide other funding sources:
______________________________________________________________________________ Please answer the questions below in the space provided or attach additional sheets, if needed.
1. Briefly state the mission or purpose of the organization. __Attached__________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
2. How will this project or program benefit the City of Artesia and its residents? __Attached___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Saahas for Cause
Payal Sawhney
513-309-6461
11746 187th Street Artesia 90701
[email protected]
Wellness and Know Your Rights Outreach for South Asians in Artesia 37,700
37,700
18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240
3. Briefly describe the project or program and the specific purpose for which you are requesting funds.
___Attached____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
4. What exact results do you hope to achieve and how will those results be sustained after the grant period?
________________________________________________________________________ _____Attached___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
5. Describe your organization’s capacity to conduct this project or program, and list your recent accomplishments.
_______Attached___________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
6. Attach a detailed budget for your project or program. The budget must specify the time frame covered and provide a clear breakdown of how requested funds will be used, if awarded. Applicants shall also disclose any other sources of funding, including grants, sponsorships, or in-kind contributions, and indicate how such resources align with and support the proposed budget.
___Attached_____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701 562-865-6262 Fax: 562-865-6240
7. How do you propose to involve the community in the project or program? ___Attached____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
8. How will you evaluate the success of your project or program? And how will you report that success to the City after the project or program is complete? ________Attached________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Note: Per policy, awardees must submit a written report by the second Monday in December and present to City Council in January.
Signature of Officer: __________________________________ Date: ______________ Print Name and Title: ______________________________________________________ Anchu Biswas, Community Relations Manager
11/19/2025
CITY OF ARTESIA
COMMUNITY BENEFITS GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING APPLICATION (FY2025-26) Organization/Agency Name: Saahas for Cause
Proposed Project or Program: Wellness and Know Your Rights Outreach for South Asians in Artesia
Funding Amount Requested: $37,700
Other Funding Sources: Saahas supplements grant funding with a core group of trained volunteer outreach specialists.
1. Briefly state the mission or purpose of the organization.
Established in 2019, Saahas for Cause is a woman-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit that educates, empowers, and enables South Asian (India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri-Lanka, and the Maldives) immigrants in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Our programs prevent loneliness and isolation, address mental health needs, and help community members adjust to life in the U.S. We deliver culturally and linguistically responsive education on public health, mental wellness, domestic violence prevention, and immigrant rights. Our mission is to ensure that South Asian and other immigrant families live with dignity, safety, and connection in their adopted home.
2. How will this project or program benefit the City of Artesia and its residents? Artesia’s population is over 42% South Asian1, many of whom face barriers in navigating health, social, and legal systems. The poverty rate for South Asian women is 13.2% compared to the
8.8% average for the city of Artesia as a whole. Many in the community also have limited English proficiency and face isolation. These residents often struggle to access preventive health care and lack awareness of their legal rights and available services. This project will build upon Saahas’s successful implementation of last year’s grant, covering outreach on topics such as access to healthcare, domestic violence resources, and public benefits. While continuing health and wellness outreach, Saahas proposes to expand outreach in Artesia to include Know Your Rights education. Residents and businesses in Artesia have struggled under the recent surge in immigration enforcement. This has left the community in a state of fear. Saahas has built considerable goodwill in the community and is a trusted source to deliver accurate legal information to residents and business employees.
With the increased funding, Saahas will also expand its outreach directly into Artesia’s apartment communities, meeting residents where they live. Many immigrant families reside in multi-unit housing and are unable to attend public events due to childcare, work, or 1 https://datausa.io/profile/geo/artesia-ca?race-income-income_geo=incomeRace1 transportation barriers. By bringing information and services to their doorsteps, Saahas will reach more residents, increase participation, and foster trust within the neighborhoods most in need of support.
A healthier, better-informed community strengthens Artesia’s social fabric and reduces demand on emergency and public assistance systems.
3. Briefly describe the project or program and the specific purpose for which you are requesting funds.
Wellness and Know Your Rights Outreach for South Asians in Artesia will combine public health education and immigrant rights information through culturally appropriate outreach events, apartment-based engagement, and case management. Saahas staff will conduct outreach at public events, faith institutions, schools, and apartment complexes throughout Artesia. Saahas will also continue its successful approach of working with businesses on Pioneer Blvd. and ABCUSD events. We will host regular multilingual community sessions featuring health professionals, attorneys, and social service providers. Materials will be translated into Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Punjabi, and Gujarati.
Our Community Health Workers will share important information about health topics relevant to different ages and genders. We will provide links to resources such as public benefits, healthcare providers, translation and accompaniment services, and case management. Topics we will cover include Alzheimer's disease and memory care; how smoking, nutrition, and exercise affect chronic diseases like diabetes; the importance of cancer screenings; and postpartum depression, along with other mental health issues. In addition, the outreach specialist will also distribute information and education materials on immigrants’ rights and links to legal resources.
Requested funds will support staffing for community outreach and workshops, translation and printing of materials, meeting space, and outreach supplies. This project directly advances the City’s goal of supporting social, educational, and cultural services that benefit Artesia residents.
4. What exact results do you hope to achieve, and how will those results be sustained after the grant period?
We anticipate reaching over 1200 Artesia residents through in-person outreach and workshops during the 2026 grant period. Apartment-based outreach will allow Saahas to directly engage with families who might not otherwise participate in city events or community programs.
Outcomes include improved knowledge of health and legal rights, greater confidence in navigating services, and stronger connections between residents and local resources.
Saahas will sustain this work by leveraging state, federal, and private funding and maintaining partnerships with community-based organizations and the City of Artesia. Saahas has an ongoing partnership with the Artesia Chamber of Commerce and a sustained presence on Pioneer Blvd. with events every month there. Our long-term goal is to establish a permanent Wellness and Rights Resource Hub serving Artesia’s diverse immigrant families year-round.
5. Describe your organization’s capacity to conduct this project or program, and list your recent accomplishments.
Saahas has 10 staff with expertise in public health, mental health, domestic violence, aging, and immigrant services. We are headquartered in Artesia and have deep relationships with local residents and institutions. In 2024–25, Saahas partnered with the City of Artesia to organize the Spring Mela cultural fair and the Start, Grow, Scale entrepreneurship workshop. Monthly, Saahas provides programming directly to almost 350 older adults, 70 youth, 75 vulnerable women, and serves around 30 women survivors of domestic violence. Through regular community outreach events and the dissemination of public health messaging, Saahas reaches over 300 more, per month. Our programs directly reach more than 500 individuals each month, and another 300 through public outreach. In addition to the Community Health and Education events conducted in 2025 under this grant, Saahas held over 100 outreach events, 90 older adult wellness events, 50 youth chapters, and 70 family and women wellness events.
Saahas recently received a federal grant from the U.S. Department of Justice and multi-year state grants to prevent domestic violence and anti-Asian hate. We have been recognized by Rep.
Michelle Steel and Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva for our community leadership. This strong record of accountability and impact demonstrates Saahas’s readiness to manage an expanded city-funded program.
6. Attach a detailed budget for your project or program. Include below the time frame for your budget and specify how the funds will be used, if granted.
Grant Request: $37,700 | Project Timeframe: February – October 2026 Detailed budget sheet is attached to the email.
7. How do you propose to involve the community in the project or program? Community members will participate in outreach events, apartment-based sessions, wellness activities, and Know Your Rights workshops. Community members will benefit from this project by learning about health concerns through interactive and engaging activities. Interested individuals can also receive referrals (including legal aid), case management, and navigation support.
Local faith institutions and businesses along Pioneer Boulevard will help promote events and provide in-kind support such as space or refreshments. Apartment managers and resident leaders will help coordinate on-site events to make participation easy and inclusive. Saahas will collect community feedback after every event to refine programming. Many of our staff are Artesia residents themselves and members of the South Asian community, ensuring a continuous feedback loop between community needs and program delivery. Our proposed enhanced outreach to include Know Your Rights workshops was borne out of community feedback and needs assessment from our previous grant cycle.
8. How will you evaluate the success of your project or program? And how will you report that success to the City after the project or program is complete? Saahas will track participation numbers, outreach locations (including apartment sites), and topics covered, as well as case management referrals from Artesia residents. We will gather testimonials and conduct short pre- and post-session surveys to assess knowledge gains. At the end of the grant period, we will submit a detailed report to the City that includes financial expenditures, the number of Artesia residents served, testimonials, photos of outreach events, and examples of educational materials. Saahas will also present project outcomes to the Artesia City Council as required.
We do not anticipate generating any revenues with this grant.
City of Artesia- Community Benefits Grant Program
Budget Contact Name & Phone: Payal Sawhney 513-309-6461 Hourly Rate Unit Total
A. PERSONNEL hrs/week Weeks
Payal Sawhney, Founding Executive Director $ 50.00 3.0 39.0 5,850 Finance Assistant $ 30.00 5.0 39.0 5,850
Community Health Worker 1 $ 20.00 8.0 39.0 6,240
PERSONNEL SUBTOTAL 17,940
B. FRINGE BENEFITS 9.75% 1,749
FRINGE BENEFITS SUBTOTAL 1,749
OTHER DIRECT COST
C. TRAVEL
Outreach Mileage
$ 0.67 453.00 304
TRAVEL SUBTOTAL 304
D. EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT SUBTOTAL -
F. SUPPLIES
Presentation and Other Supplies $ 120.00 8.00 960
Snacks/Water at Community Events $ 250.00 8.00 2,000
SUPPLIES SUBTOTAL 2,960
G. CONSULTANTS AND CONTRACTS
Content Writer for flyer, brochures, banner $ 20.00 2.0 39.0 1,560 Graphic Designers $ 20.00 2.0 39.0 1,560
Contract Period: Feb 01, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Name of Applicant Organization: Saahas For Cause
Information Technology Expert $ 20.00 2.0 39.0 1,560
Translators
$ 15.00 2.0 39.0 1,170
CONSULTANTS AND CONTRACTS SUBTOTAL 5,850
H. CONSULTANT TRAVEL
CONSULTANT TRAVEL SUBTOTAL -
I. SUBAWARDS
SUBAWARDS SUBTOTAL -
J. Other Direct Costs
Printing cost of Info Sheets, Brochures, flyers 400
Intern Stipend $ 20.00 4.00 39.00 3,120
Newspaper Advertisements 300*2 per year and Social Media $150 $ 450.00 1.00 450 Venue and Booth Rentals for public events
$ 500.00 3.00 1,500
SubTotal Other Direct Costs 5,470
Total Direct Costs 34,273
K. INDIRECT COSTS
TOTAL DIRECT COST 34,273
15% 0.15 3,427
INDIRECT COSTS SUBTOTAL 3,427
TOTAL COST 37,700
City of Artesia
Artesia Community Initiative 12 month budget
South Asian Network's Community Health & Citizenship Program Personnel: Job Title FTE City of Artesia CalWellness Budget Total Community Health Advocate 15% 6,000.00 23,712.00 29,712.00 Immigration Attorney 15% 7,000.00 26,000.00 33,000.00
Outreach Coordinator 20% 11,172.36 20,000.00 31,172.36
subtotal: 24,172.36 69,712.00 93,884.36
Fringe: 0.00
FICA 8% 1,873.36 5,402.68 7,276.04
SUI 2% 483.45 1,394.24 1,877.69
Worker's Comp 2% 483.45 1,394.24 1,877.69
Medical/Dental Ins 18% 4,351.02 12,548.16 16,899.18
subtotal: 7,191.28 20,739.32 27,930.60
Supplies 0.00
Program Supplies 5,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00
0.00 Total Personnel: 36,363.64 95,451.32 131,814.96
Indirect Cost at 10% 3,636.36 9,545.13 13,181.50
TOTAL: 40,000.00 104,996.45 144,996.45
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: January 12, 2026 ITEM NO: 9L.
TO: Mayor and Members of the City Council
SUBJECT: Introduction of an Ordinance to Adopt Updated Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential Codes, and Green Building Standards FROM: Steven Valdez, Acting Planning Manager
Paul Bollier, Community Development Director
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:
Melissa Burke, Deputy City Manager
HongDao Nguyen, City Attorney
Abel Avalos, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Waive Full Reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 26-979, Adopting by Reference Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Building Code; Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Electrical Code; Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Plumbing Code; Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Mechanical Code; Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Residential Code; Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Green Building Standards Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Code; Title 32 Fire Code; Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Existing Building Code; Together with Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees, and Penalties; and Amending the Artesia Municipal Code;
2. Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); And
3. Direct Staff to notice a public hearing on the proposed adoption of Ordinance No. 26-979 at the City Council’s regularly scheduled February meeting.
BACKGROUND:
In November of 2025, the City of Artesia ("City") updated the Municipal Code to reference the Los Angeles County adopted 2023 edition of the California Building Codes, including all local amendments, deletions, and additions. At the same time, Los Angeles County was adopting the 2025 editions of the California Building Standards Codes, which were approved by the California Building Standards Commission in July 2025. To ensure that the City is applying the correct building codes for all plan check and permitting activities, the Municipal Code is being updated again to reflect the County adopted 2025 edition of the California Building Code.
The 2025 California Building Standards Codes establish uniform standards and requirements for construction throughout the State and become operative on January 1, 2026, at which time they will apply to all counties and cities in California. State law allows counties and cities to adopt these codes with local technical amendments based on climatic, geological, and topographical conditions. As such, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Codes with local amendments addressing conditions unique to Los Angeles County. The adopted codes are incorporated into the Los Angeles County Code as:
Title 26 - Building Code
Title 27 - Electrical Code
Title 28 - Plumbing Code
Title 29 - Mechanical Code
Title 30 - Residential Code
Title 31 - Green Building Code
Title 32 Fire Code
Title 33 - Existing Building Code
The City typically updates code references to the Los Angeles County adopted building codes and local amendments every three years. To ensure that the City is applying the correct building standards for all plan check and permitting activities, the Title 8 (Building Code) of the Artesia Municipal Code is being updated again through Ordinance No. 26-979 to reflect Los Angeles County’s adoption of the 2025 editions of the California Building Standards Codes. The ordinance will adopt by reference Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32 and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code.
ANALYSIS:
Adopting the County amended 2025 California Building Codes ensures consistency, efficiency, and regulatory alignment between City and County regulations.
Exhibit A in proposed Ordinance No. 26-979 outlines the amendments adopted by the County of Los Angeles and provides justification for each amendment. The justifications for the amendments fall into the following two categories:
1. Geographic and Topographic. Los Angeles County is a densely populated area that has buildings constructed over and near a vast and complex network of faults that are capable of producing earthquakes. The State Department of Conservation and the California Geological Survey have identified that soils in the County of Los Angeles and the City of Artesia are subject to liquefaction under certain conditions. The amendments adopted by the County of Los Angeles impose stricter building codes which address the geographic and topographic concerns experienced by the County of Los Angeles and the City of Artesia.
2. Climatic and Topographic. Los Angeles County is subject to dry seasonal weather conditions and hot Santa Ana winds followed by heavy winter rains. These climatic conditions, combined with the high density of development and relatively flat terrain, can create substantive fire hazards. The amendments adopted by the County of Los Angeles impose stricter building codes which address the climatic and topographic concerns experienced by the County of Los Angeles and the City of Artesia.
Ordinance No. 26-979 therefore adopts the 2025 California Building Codes, as locally amended and codified in Los Angeles County Code Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32 and 33.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (the “common-sense” exemption). The ordinance updates building regulations to maintain consistency with State law and does not authorize or facilitate any physical development. Therefore, it can be seen with certainty that the action will not have a significant effect on the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no fiscal impacts related to the introduction of Ordinance No. 26-979.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Waive full reading and introduce, as read by title, Ordinance No. 26-979, Adopting by Reference Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Building Code; Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Electrical Code; Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Plumbing Code; Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Mechanical Code; Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Residential Code; Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Green Building Standards Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Code, Title 32 Fire Code, and Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, Incorporating and Amending the 2025 California Existing Building Code; Together with Certain Amendments, Deletions and Additions, Including Findings, Fees, and Penalties; and Amending the Artesia Municipal Code;
2. Find the Ordinance Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and
3. Direct Staff to notice a public hearing on the proposed adoption of Ordinance No. 26-979 at the City Council’s regularly scheduled February meeting.
Attachments
Ordinance 26-979.pdf
Exhibit A - 2025 LA County Building and Fire Code.pdf
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ORDINANCE NO. 26-979
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE TITLE 26 OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING AND
AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE;
TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE
2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING AND
AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE
2025 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE;
TITLE 32 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE,
INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE; TITLE 33 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY
CODE, INCORPORATING AND AMENDING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE TOGETHER
WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS AND
ADDITIONS, INCLUDING FINDINGS, FEES AND
PENALTIES; AND AMENDING THE ARTESIA MUNICIPAL
CODE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARTESIA DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Chapter 1 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 1
BUILDING CODE
Sections:
8-1.01 Adoption of Building Code.
8-1.02 Definitions.
8-1.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-1.04 Building Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
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8-1.01 Adoption of Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26, Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Building Code, 2025 Edition (Part 2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Chapter 1, Chapters 2 through 35 and Appendices C, I and J, is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public. 8-1.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Code, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
Board of Appeals shall mean the City Council of the City of Artesia.
Department of Building and Safety shall mean the Building and Safety Department of the City of Artesia.
Building Official shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector.
City shall mean the City of Artesia.
County, County of Los Angeles, and unincorporated territory of the County of Los Angeles shall mean the City of Artesia.
County Engineer shall mean the City Engineer of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the City Engineer.
Electrical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Fire Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Fire Zone shall mean the fire zone adopted by an ordinance creating and establishing the fire zones, or where no such fire zones have been adopted, the City of Artesia shall be considered to be in Fire Zone No. 3 or such other fire zone or area as established by order or directive of the Fire Chief.
General Fund shall mean the City Treasury of the City of Artesia.
Health Code and Los Angeles County Health Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 6 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Health Officer shall mean the Health Officer of the City of Artesia.
Mechanical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Plumbing Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
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Special Inspector shall mean a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 108.6 of the Los Angeles County Building Code, or successor provision thereto.
8-1.03 Violations and Penalties.
(a) Compliance with Code. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in the City of Artesia, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the Building Code. (b) Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of the Building Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of the Building Code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.8-1.04 Building Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
All fees required for permits issued pursuant to the Building Code of the City of Artesia shall be those fees set forth in the Building Code of the City of Artesia or as otherwise established by resolution of the City Council.”
Section 2. Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 3
ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
8-3.01 Adoption of Electrical Code.
8-3.02 Definitions.
8-3.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-3.04 Amendments: Section 82-8: Fees.
8-3.01. Adoption of Electrical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Sections
89.102 through 89.114 of Article 89, Article 90, and Chapters 1 through 9, and Annexes A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, and K is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Artesia.
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contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public. 8-3.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the Electrical Code adopted by Section 8-3.01 of this chapter, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
Chief Electrical Inspector shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector.
County, County of Los Angeles or unincorporated area of the County of Los Angeles shall mean the City of Artesia.
Maintenance Electrician shall mean a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration as Maintenance Electrician issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 82-4(b) of the Los Angeles County Electrical Code, or successor provision thereto.
Special Inspector shall mean a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration as Special Inspector issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 108.6 of the Los Angeles County Building Code, or successor provision thereto.
8-3.03 Violations and Penalties.
It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to violate any of the provisions of the Electrical Code. Each person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of the Electrical Code shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each day or portion thereof during which such violation is committed, continued or permitted and shall be punishable by a fine of not to exceed one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months or by both such fine and imprisonment. 8-3.04 Amendments: Section 82-8: Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 8-3.01, Section 82-8 of the Los Angeles County Electrical Code is amended by amending the first paragraph thereof to read as follows:
Sec. 82-8. Fees.
At the time of filing an application therefor, a fee shall be paid to the Chief Electrical Inspector in an amount specified by this section, unless the City Council subsequently adopts a resolution setting forth different fees, in which event the fees provided for in said resolution shall be paid.”
Section 3. Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
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“CHAPTER 4
MECHANICAL CODE
Sections:
8-4.01 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
8-4.02 Definitions.
8-4.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-4.04 Amendments: Fees.
8-4.01 Adoption of Mechanical Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Mechanical Code, 2025 Edition (Part 4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Chapter 1, Chapters 2 through 17, and Appendices B, C and D, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Mechanical Code, 2025 Edition, Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Mechanical Code, Edition 2025, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public. 8-4.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the Mechanical Code, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
Board of Appeals or Board of Examiners of Plumbers shall mean the board of examiners of plumbers and gas fitters as defined in Section 8-5.02(b) of this Code.
Building Department shall mean the Building and Safety Department of the City of Artesia.
Building Code, Uniform Building Code and Los Angeles County Building Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 8 of this Code.
Building Official shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector.
City shall mean the City of Artesia.
Electrical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of this Code.
Fire Code or Los Angeles County Fire Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 7 of Title 8 of this Code.
General Fund shall mean the City Treasury of the City of Artesia.
Health Code or Los Angeles County Health Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 6 of this Code.
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Plumbing Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 8 of this Code. 8-4.03 Violation and Penalties.
(a) Compliance with Code. It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to erect, install, alter, repair, relocate, add to, replace, use or maintain heating, ventilating, comfort cooling, or refrigeration equipment in the jurisdiction, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the Mechanical Code. Maintenance of equipment which was unlawful at the time it was installed, and which would be unlawful under said Mechanical Code if installed after the effective date of the Mechanical Code, shall constitute a continuing violation of said Mechanical Code.
(b) Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of said Mechanical Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of said Mechanical Code is committed, continued, or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation, such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.8-4.04 Amendments: Fees.
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 8-4.01, Section 114 of the Los Angeles County Mechanical Code is amended by amending the first paragraph to read as follows:
114 PERMIT FEES
Any person desiring a permit required by the Mechanical Code of the City of Artesia shall, at the time of filing an application therefor, pay a fee as required by this section, unless the City Council subsequently adopts a resolution setting forth different fees, in which event the fees provided for in said resolution shall be paid.” Section 4. Chapter 5 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 5
PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
8-5.01 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
8-5.02 Definitions.
8-5.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-5.04 Amendments: Section 601.2: Running Water Required. 8-5.05 Plumbing Fees and Charges.
8-5.06 Additional Amendments.
8-5.01 Adoption of Plumbing Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Plumbing 65344.00030\44542762.1
Code, 2025 Edition (Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Sections 119.1.2.0 through 119.1.14.0 of Chapter 1 of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, Chapters 2 through 17 and Appendices A, B, D, H, I and J of the 2025 California Plumbing Code is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Plumbing Code, 2025 Edition, Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Plumbing Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
8-5.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this chapter, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
Administrative Authority, Chief Plumbing Inspector, and Plumbing Inspector shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia.
Board of Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters and Board of Examiners shall mean the board of examiners of plumbers and gas fitters as designated by the City Council.
City shall mean the City of Artesia.
County, County of Los Angeles, and unincorporated territory of the County of Los Angeles shall mean the City of Artesia.
Gas Fitting Contractor, Journeyman Gas Fitter, Journeyman Plumber, Plumbing Contractor, and Sewerage Contractor shall mean a person holding a valid certificate of registration issued by the County as set forth in the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code. 8-5.03 Violations and Penalties.
No person, firm or corporation shall violate any provision of the Plumbing Code and any such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period not to exceed six (6) months, or both fine and imprisonment. Each separate day or any portion thereof, during which any violation of the Plumbing Code occurs or continues, shall be deemed to constitute a separate offense and upon conviction thereof, shall be punishable as herein provided. 8-5.05 Plumbing Fees and Charges.
All plumbing permit fees required by the Plumbing Code of the City of Artesia shall be those fees in effect on the date this chapter is adopted unless the City Council subsequently adopts a resolution setting forth different fees, in which event the fees provided in said resolution shall be paid.”
Section 5. Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
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“CHAPTER 7
FIRE CODE
Sections:
8-7.01 Adoption of Fire Code.
8-7.02 Violations.
8-7.03 Responsibility.
8-7.04 List of Infractions.
8-7.05 Amendments.
8-7.01 Adoption of Fire Code.
Except as hereinafter provided in this Chapter, the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition (Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), based on the 2024 International Fire Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission, including Chapters 1 through 7, Chapters 9 through 10, Chapters 20 through 36, Chapters 50 through 55, Chapters 57 through 67, Chapter 80 and Appendix J, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Fire Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, and any amendment to the Fire Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, has been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.
8-7.02 Violations.
(a) Every person violating any provision of the Fire Code or of any permit or license granted hereunder, or any rule, regulation or policy promulgated pursuant hereto, is guilty of a misdemeanor unless such violation is otherwise declared to be an infraction by Section 8-7.04 of this chapter. Each such violation is a separate offense for each and every day during any portion of which such violation is committed.
(b) Every violation determined to be an infraction hereunder is punishable in such manner and to such extent as is provided by Chapter 2 of Title 1 of the City of Artesia Municipal Code.
(c) For the purposes of this section, a forfeiture of bail shall be equivalent to a conviction.
8-7.03 Responsibility.
Any person who personally or through another willfully, negligently, or in violation of law sets a fire, allows a fire to be set, or allows a fire kindled or attended by such person to escape from his or her control, allows any hazardous material to be handled, stored or transported in a manner not in accordance with nationally recognized standards, allows any hazardous material to escape from his or her control, neglects to properly comply with any written notice of the Chief, or 65344.00030\44542762.1
willfully or negligently allows the continuation of a violation of the Fire Code and amendments thereto is liable for the expense of fighting the fire or for the expenses incurred during a hazardous materials incident, and such expense shall be a charge against that person. Such charge shall constitute a debt of such person and is collectible by the public agency incurring such expense in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under a contract, expressed or implied. 8-7.04 List of Infractions.
In accordance with Section 8-7.02 of this Chapter, the violation of the following Sections or Subsections of the Fire Code shall be infractions:
Section Offense
303.1-303.9 Asphalt kettles
304.1.2 Waste material
304.1.3 Vegetation
304.2 Combustible waste rubbish – storage
305.2 Hot ashes and spontaneous ignition sources
310.4 Removal of signs prohibited
315.3 Storage in buildings
503.4 Obstruction of fire apparatus access roads
505.1 Address identification
507.5.4-507.5.5 Obstruction of fire hydrants
507.5.6 Physical protection – fire hydrants
507.5.7 Fire-fighting water source markers
603.5 Extension cords
901.7 Systems out of service906.1-906.10 Portable fire extinguishers 1104.3 Exit sign illumination
2108.4 Portable fire extinguishers – dry cleaning plant 2311.2.2 Waste oil, motor oil, and other class IIIB liquids 2403.2.7 Welding warning signs
2403.4 Operations and maintenance
2403.4.3 Waste cans
2404.9.8.5 Filter disposal
2405.3.4 Dip-tank covers
2405.4.2 Portable fire extinguishers
2406.5 Operation and maintenance – powder coating
2407.5.1 Maintenance – electrostatic apparatus
2408.5 Sources of ignition (organic peroxides)
2803.3.1 Housekeeping – open yards
2803.3 Waste removal
3103.11.6.1 Exit sign illumination
3107..6 Combustible vegetation
4811.9 Fire department access – motion picture production locations 4811.12 Fire hydrants and fire appliances
5003.5 Hazard identification signs
5003.7.1 Smoking – hazardous materials
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5005.3.8 Clearance from combustibles – hazardous materials use 5303.4 Marking – compressed gases
5303.5 Security – compressed gases
5704.2.3.1 Smoking and open flame – labeling and signs
5704.3.3.4 Empty containers or portable tank storage
6107.2 Smoking and other sources of ignition
6107.3 Clearance to combustibles
8-7.05 Amendments.
Section 5601.1.3 (Fireworks) of the 2025 Fire Code is hereby amended to add the following exception:
5. The possession, sale, handling and discharge of safe and sane fireworks as allowed by state law and the Artesia Municipal Code.”
Section 6. Chapter 9 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 9
RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
8-9.01 Adoption of Residential Code.
8-9.02 Definitions.
8-9.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-9.04 Residential Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
8-9.01 Adoption of Residential Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 30, Residential Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Residential Code, 2025 Edition (Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Chapters 2 through 10, Chapter 44, and Appendix H, is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as the Residential Code of the City of Artesia.
The provisions of the Residential Code are and may be cited as the Housing Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Residential Code, 2025 Edition, Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public. 65344.00030\44542762.1
8-9.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Code, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
Board of Appeals shall mean the City Council of the City of Artesia.
Department of Building and Safety shall mean the Building and Safety Department of the City of Artesia.
Building Code, Uniform Building Code and Los Angeles County Building Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 8 of this Code.
Building Official shall mean the Chief Building Inspector for the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector.
City shall mean the City of Artesia.
County, County of Los Angeles, and unincorporated territory of the County of Los Angeles shall mean the City of Artesia.
Electrical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Fire Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Fire Zone shall mean the fire zone adopted by an ordinance creating and establishing the fire zones, or where no such fire zones have been adopted, the City of Artesia shall be considered to be in Fire Zone No. 3 or such other fire zone or area as established by order or directive of the Fire Chief.
General Fund shall mean the City Treasury of the City of Artesia.
Health Code and Los Angeles County Health Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 6 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Health Officer shall mean the Health Officer of the City of Artesia.
Mechanical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Plumbing Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Special Inspector shall mean a person holding a valid Certificate of Registration issued by the County of Los Angeles as set forth in Section 108.6 of the Los Angeles County Building Code, or successor provision thereto.
8-9.03 Violations and Penalties.
(a) Compliance with Code. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in the City of Artesia, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the Residential Code. (b) Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of the Residential Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of the Residential Code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
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8-9.04 Residential Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
All fees required for permits issued pursuant to the Residential Code of the City of Artesia shall be those fees set forth in the Residential Code or as otherwise established by resolution of the City Council.”
Section 7. Chapter 10 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 10
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
8-10.01 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
8-10.02 Definitions.
8-10.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-10.04 Green Building Standards Code Fees and Charges Adjusted. 8-10.01 Adoption of Green Building Standards Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Chapters 2 through 8, Appendix A4 and Appendix A5, is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building Standards Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public. 8-10.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Code, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
California Building Code, Uniform Building Code and Los Angeles County Building Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 8 of this Code.
Department of Building and Safety shall mean the Building and Safety Development of the City of Artesia.
Building Official shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector. 65344.00030\44542762.1
California Electrical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
California Mechanical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
California Plumbing Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
Special Inspector shall mean a person holding the certifications or having the education experiences as set forth in Section 702.2 of the 2025 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code.
8-10.03 Violations and Penalties.
(a) Compliance with Code. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in the City of Artesia, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the Green Building Standards Code. (b) Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of the Green Building Standards Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of the Green Building Standards Code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
8-10.04 Green Building Standards Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
All fees required for permits issued pursuant to the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Artesia shall be those fees set forth in the Green Building Standards Code or as otherwise established by resolution of the City Council.”
Section 8. Chapter 12 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“CHAPTER 12
EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
8-12.01 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
8-12.02 Definitions.
8-12.03 Violations and Penalties.
8-12.04 Existing Building Code Fees and Charges Adjusted. 8-12.01 Adoption of Existing Building Code.
Except as hereinafter provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting and amending the California Existing 65344.00030\44542762.1
Building Code, 2025 Edition (Part 10 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Chapters 2 through 4, 15, 16, and Appendix Chapters A1, A3, A4 and A5 is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as the Existing Building Code of the City of Artesia.
In the event of any conflict between provisions of the California Existing Building Code, 2025 Edition, Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the Artesia Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.
A copy of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and the California Existing Building Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Artesia and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public. 8-12.02 Definitions.
Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in this Code, each such name or terms shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
(a) Board of Appeals shall mean the City Council of the City of Artesia. (b) Building Code, Uniform Building Code and Los Angeles County Building Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 1 of Title 8 of this Code. (c) Building Official shall mean the Chief Building Inspector of the City of Artesia or such other person designated by the City Council to perform the duties of the Chief Building Inspector. (d) Department of Building Safety shall mean the Building and Safety Development of the City of Artesia.
(e) Electrical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 3 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(f) Fire Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(g) Mechanical Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 4 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
(h) Plumbing Code shall mean the provisions of Chapter 5 of Title 8 of the Artesia Municipal Code.
8-12.03 Violations and Penalties.
(a) Compliance with Code. It shall be unlawful for any person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any building or structure or perform any grading in the City of Artesia, or cause the same to be done, contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of the Existing Building Code. (b) Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation violating any of the provisions of the Existing Building Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which any violation of any of the provisions of the Existing Building Code is committed, continued or permitted, and upon conviction of any such violation such person shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand ($1,000.00) dollars or by imprisonment in the County Jail for a period of not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. 65344.00030\44542762.1
8-12.04 Existing Building Code Fees and Charges Adjusted.
All fees required for permits issued pursuant to the Existing Building Code of the City of Artesia shall be those fees set forth in the Existing Building Code or as otherwise established by resolution of the City Council.”
Section 9. All inconsistencies between the Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Fire Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, and/or Existing Building Code as adopted by this ordinance and Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10 and 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations are changes, modifications, amendments, additions or deletions thereto authorized by California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958 and 17958.7.
Section 10. The numbering of the most recent editions of the California Building Standards Codes has been completely revised from earlier editions. All references to the Uniform Codes in the Artesia Municipal Code that are not amended by this or a subsequently enacted ordinance shall refer instead to the successor section or sections contained in the California Building Standards Codes as adopted and amended by the County of Los Angeles in Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and by the City in Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations.
Section 11. The changes and modifications to the 2025 Editions of the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Fire Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, and Existing Building Code that have been enacted by this Ordinance are merely a continuation of similar changes and modifications made to earlier editions of such uniform codes, and all of such changes and modifications, whether previously enacted or enacted in this Ordinance, are reasonably necessary because of local climate, characterized by hot, dry summers, followed by strong Santa Ana winds and heavy winter rains, the location in Southern California and the relatively flat terrain of the City.
Section 12. The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Codes, incorporated into Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32 and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, and adopted by the City, are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, and/or topographical conditions. The specific conditions and the code sections added or amended based on those conditions are set forth in Exhibit “A,” attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein.
The City Council hereby further finds that the modifications to the 2025 Editions of the California Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes in Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32 and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and Part 9 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by procedures appropriate to the size and nature of the City’s staff and administrative agencies by means suited to the City’s experience with local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions and to provide sufficient staff support for the timeconsuming inspections and analysis required by the City’s fire and geological hazards. 65344.00030\44542762.1
Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications to the 2025 Editions of the California Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, Fire Code, and Existing Building Code as adopted in this Ordinance, are necessary for the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.
Section 13. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as previous provisions of the Artesia Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.
Section 14. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining portions of this Ordinance shall nonetheless remain in full force and effect. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions of this ordinance be declared invalid or unenforceable.
Section 15. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 9th day of February, 2026. ______________________________________
RENE TREVINO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
________________________________
JENNIFER ALDRETE, CITY CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________
BEST BEST & KRIEGER, CITY ATTORNEY
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ANALYSIS
This ordinance amends Title 32 – Fire Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Chapter 49 (REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREAS) and Appendix PP (LOCAL AGENCY VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES).
The amendments represent revisions to the Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps being made or mandated by the State or by the governing bodies having authority to do so in or for the cities and areas served by the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County, in accordance with State statute, including but not limited to California Government Code Sections 51175 et seq. and California Public Resources Code Sections 4201 et seq.
Unless deleted or modified herein, the previously enacted provisions of Title 32 continue in effect.
Very truly yours,
DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By
JENNY P. TAM
Senior Deputy County Counsel
Justice and Safety Division
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Requested: 03/26/25
Revised: 06/30/25
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-0027
An ordinance amending Title 32 – Fire Code of the Los Angeles County Code, Chapter 49 (REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRE AREAS) and Appendix PP (LOCAL AGENCY VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES), relating to Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations in Local Responsibility Area of the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles ordains as follows:
SECTION Section 4902.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
4902.1 General.
For the purpose of this cChapter, certain terms are defined as follows:
. . .
FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES. Geographical areas designated pursuant to California Public Resources Codes, Ssections 4201 through 4204 and classified as Very High, High, or Moderate in State Responsibility Areas or as Local Agency Very High, High, or Moderate Fire Hazard Severity Zones designated pursuant to California Government Code, Ssections 51175 through 51189. See Appendix PP for the designations within the County of Los Angeles.
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SECTION Section 4906.2 is hereby repealed and replaced to read as follows:
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4906.2 Application.
All new plantings of vegetation in Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and in State Responsibility Areas (SRA) shall comply with Sections 4906.3 through 4906.5.3.
Section 4906 is applicable to all unincorporated portions of Los Angeles County, to all cities that are a part of the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County, and to all cities that contract with the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County for services and adopt Section 4906 as part of their fire code.
SECTION Section 4906.3 is hereby added to read as follows:
4906.3 Fuel Modification Plans in Fire Hazard Severity Zones.
Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6, with the exception of any differences which may be specified in this Chapter or by the Fire Code Official. A fuel modification plan shall be submitted and have preliminary fire protection plan approval prior to any subdivision of land or Coastal Development Permit (CDP); or have final fire protection plan approval as stipulated below; where such structure or subdivision is located within areas designated as a Fire Hazard Severity Zone within State Responsibility Areas or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone within the Local Responsibility Areas, according to applicable Fire Hazard Zone maps, and Appendix PP of this Code at the time of application.
Preliminary approval is required for applications for any of the following activities:
A. Subdivisions:
1. Where the proposed activity would result in 4 or fewer lots.
2. Where the proposed activity would result in 5 or more lots.
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B. Coastal Development Permits (CDP).
Final approval is required for applications for any of the following activities:
A. New construction:
1. Any enclosed structure over 120 square feet.
2. Any structure enclosed on three sides or more and greater than or equal to 200 square feet (18.5 m 2 ).
B. Remodel, modification, reconstruction, or change of occupancy:
1. Any remodeling, modification, or reconstruction that increases the square footage of the existing structure or footprint by 50 percent or more within any 12-month period.
2. Any structure that changes occupancy classification.
Exception: Structures not included in the list of "New construction" applicability (Item "A.", above) are exempt.
C. Subdivisions:
1. Where the proposed activity would result in 5 or more lots.
Exemptions:
1. Structures that do not require a building permit; or
2. Structures constructed of noncombustible materials, open on all sides, and not used for storage or habitation.
Every fuel modification plan shall be reviewed by the Forestry Division of the Fire Department for defensible space, fire safety, compliance with Sections 325.2.1, 325.10, and 503.2.1 of this Code, the Fire Department's fuel modification guidelines, and California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 1.5, Chapter 7, subchapter 2. Before HOA.105320622.7 4
such final plan has been approved by the Forestry Division of the Fire Department, a signed and notarized copy of the provided covenant and agreement (and/or previously reviewed and approved association CC&R's that include the necessary fuel modification information) shall be recorded at the County of Los Angeles Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Office and a copy given to the fuel modification unit.
An on-site inspection must be conducted by the personnel of the Forestry Division of the Fire Department and a final approval of the fuel modification plan issued by the Forestry Division prior to a certificate of occupancy being granted by the building code official. The fuel modification inspection ensures compliance with applicable requirements of this Code; the Building Code, Section 701A.5 (Vegetation management compliance); and the Residential Code, Section R337.1.5 (Vegetation management compliance).
SECTION Appendix PP is hereby amended to read as follows:
APPENDIX PP LOCAL AGENCY VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES
PP101 GENERAL
SECTION Section PP101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
PP101.1 Scope.
This appendix defines Local Agency Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones and provides the legal description of the geographic areas for the installation of fire sprinkler systems in occupancies as required by Section 903.2.11.7.
PP101.2 DEFINITIONSDefinitions.
See Chapter 49 for definitions.
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SECTION Section PP102 is hereby amended to read as follows:
PP102 LOCAL AGENCY VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY
ZONES
SECTION Section PP102.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
PP102.1 General.
Local Agency Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, as defined in Section 4902.1 of this cCode, are hereby designated in those areas as specified in Sections PP102.2 and PP102.3 of Appendix PP. Also see Chapter 49.
SECTION Section PP102.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
PP102.2 Designation of Local Agency Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) in incorporated cities of the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County.
In accordance with the California statutory requirements pertaining to FireHazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) mapping, including those found in California Government Code s ections 51178, 51178.5, and 51179, Thethe following incorporated cities are designated as being located wholly or in part in thea Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ): Agoura Hills, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Bradbury, Calabasas, Claremont, Covina, Diamond Bar, Duarte, El Monte, Glendora, Hidden Hills, Industry, Irwindale, La Canada Flintridge, La Habra Heights, La Mirada, La Puente, Lancaster, Lomita, Malibu, Palmdale, Palos Verdes Estates, Pomona, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rosemead, San Dimas, Santa Clarita, Walnut, West Hollywood, Westlake Village, and Whittier. Where an incorporated city served by the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County designates HOA.105320622.7 6
by ordinance areas within the jurisdiction of that local agency as being in a FHSZ in accordance with California Government Code section 51179, or successor statute, those additional areas, and that city, shall be considered to be part of the list in this section. The official record of these maps shall be the record of local adoption by the local agency or governing body having jurisdiction, in accordance with California Government Code section 51179, or successor statute.
SECTION Section PP102.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
PP102.3 Designation of Local Agency Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
The following unincorporated areas located near or within the following jurisdictions are designated as being located wholly or in part in the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zones: Angeles National Forest, City of Hidden Hills, parcels between the City of Agoura Hills and the City of Calabasas, Santa Monica Mountains, parcels south of the City of Diamond Bar, parcels north of the City of Whittier, San Dimas, Covina, West Covina, parcels located east of the Cities of Covina and West Covina, Universal City, parcels west of Rolling Hills, Altadena, Azusa, Baldwin Hills, Catalina Island, Castaic, Charter Oaks Islands, Claremont, Claremont Island, Covina, parcels east of the Cities of Covina and West Covina, parcels south of the City of Diamond Bar, Glendora, Azusa,-Hacienda Heights, City of Hidden Hills, Kinneloa Mesa, La Crescenta, La Habra Heights, Whittier, West Hills and Valley Boulevard, theLadera Heights, Malibu—Santa Monica Mountains Area, and theparcels west of Rolling Hills, Rowland Heights, San Dimas, San Gabriel Mountains Southface Area, Santa Monica Mountains, Stevenson Ranch, Sunset Mesa, Universal City, West Covina, West Hills HOA.105320622.7 7
and Valley Boulevard, Whittier, and parcels north of the city of Whittier. Where an agency having the sole legal authority to do so, designates by legal authority and motion areas served by the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County of that local agency as being in a FHSZ in accordance with applicable laws, those additional areas shall be considered to be part of the list in this section. The official record of these maps shall be the record of local adoption by the local agency or governing body having jurisdiction, in accordance with California Government Code s ection 51179, or successor statute.
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SECTION 10. This ordinance shall be published in The Daily Commerce a newspaper printed and published in the County of Los Angeles.
Chair
ATTEST:
Edward Yen
Executive Officer -
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County of Los Angeles
I hereby certify that at its meeting of July 22, 2025 the foregoing ordinance was adopted by the Board of Supervisors of said County of Los Angeles by the following vote, to wit:
Ayes Noes
Supervisors Hilda L. Solis Supervisors None
Holly J. Mitchell
Janice Hahn
Kathryn Barger Absent
Lindsey P. Horvath
Effective Date: August 21, 2025
Operative Date:
Edward Yen
Executive Officer -
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
County of Los Angeles
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By
Nicole Davis Tinkham
Chief Deputy County Counsel
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ANALYSIS
This ordinance repeals those provisions of Title 26 – Building Code – of the Los Angeles County Code that incorporated by reference portions of the 2022 Edition of the California Building Code, and the ordinance replaces them with provisions incorporating by reference portions of the 2025 California Building Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, with certain changes and modifications.
State law requires that the County's Building Code contain the same requirements as are contained in the building standards published in the most recent edition of the California Building Code. State law allows the County to change or modify these requirements in compliance with section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code, based upon express findings, contained in the ordinance, that such changes are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions. These changes and modifications are substantially equivalent to changes or modifications previously filed with the California Building Standards Commission by the County of Los Angeles, which were in effect as of September 30, 2025, or that relate to home hardening, in compliance with recent changes to section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code.
This ordinance also makes certain modifications to the administrative provisions of Title 26.
DAWYN R. HARRISON
County Counsel
By
MARGARET F. AMBROSE
Principal Deputy County Counsel
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Requested: 08/20/25
Revised: 10/22/25
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-0047
An ordinance amending Title 26 – Building Code – of the Los Angeles County Code, to adopt and incorporate by reference the 2025 California Building Code, with certain changes and modifications, and to make other revisions thereto.
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles ordains as follows:
SECTION 1. Sections 119.1.2 through 119.1.14 of Chapter 1, Chapters 2 through 35, and Appendices C, H, I, J, and P, of the Los Angeles County Code, which incorporate by reference and modify portions of the 2022 California Building Code, are hereby repealed notwithstanding the Governor of the State of California's Executive Order N-29-25.
SECTION 2. Section 100 is hereby amended to read as follows:
100 ADOPTION AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE
Except as hereinafter changed or modified, Sections 1.2 through 1.14 of Chapter 1 of Division I of that certain building code known and designated as the 2022 2025 California Building Code, as published by the California Building Standards Commission, are adopted and incorporated by reference into this Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code as if fully set forth below, and shall be known as Sections 119.1.2 through 119.1.14, respectively, of Chapter 1 of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code.
Except as hereinafter changed or modified, Chapters 2 through 35, and Appendices C, H, I, J, and P, and Q, of that certain building code known and designated as the 20222025 California Building Code, as published by the California Building HOA.105556295.10 2
Standards Commission, are adopted and incorporated by reference into this Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code as if fully set forth below, and shall be known as Chapters 2 through 35, and Appendices C, H, I, J, and P, and Q, of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code.
Projects to repair, restore, demolish, or replace residential structures or facilities substantially damaged or destroyed as a result of the 2025 Eaton and Palisades wildfires may comply with the 2022 Building Standards Code, as adopted by Los Angeles County, provided that the plans and specifications for the project comply with the 2025 fire and public safety requirements and minimum elevation requirements for the National Flood Insurance Program, consistent with the Governor's Executive Order N-29-25, or subsequent applicable legal authorities.
A copy of said California Building Code, hereinafter referred to as the CBC, including the above-designated appendices, shall be at all times maintained by the Building Official for use and examination by the public. . . .
SECTION 3. Section 103 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 103 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES
103.1 Compliance with Code.
It shall be unlawful for a person to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, extend, repair, move, improve, remove, connect, convert, demolish, equip, or perform any other work on any building or structure or portion thereof, or perform any grading within a property subject to this Code as defined in Section 101.3, or cause the same to be done, HOA.105556295.10 3
contrary to, or in violation of, any of the provisions of this Code.
SECTION 4. Section 104 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 104 ORGANIZATION AND ENFORCEMENT
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104.2.1 General.
The Building Official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce all the provisions of this Code, including the Electrical Code, the Plumbing Code, the Mechanical Code, the Residential Code, the Existing Building Code, and the Green Building Standards Code, and any other codes as indicated in this Code, and to make all inspections pursuant to the provisions of each such Code. For such purposes, the Building Official shall have the powers of a law enforcement officer. . . .
104.2.8 Alternate Materials, Designs and Methods of C
onstruction.
. . .
104.2.8.1 Reports.
Supporting data, where necessary to assist in the approval of any material, appliance , installation, device, arrangement, design, or method of construction not specifically provided for in this Code, shall comply with Sections 104.2.8.1.1 and 104.2.8.1.2.
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104.2.8.1.1 Evaluation reports.
Evaluation reports shall be issued by an approved agency as defined in Chapter 2, and use of the evaluation report shall require approval by the Building Official for the installation. The alternate material, appliance, installation, device, arrangement, design or method of construction shall be within the scope of the Building Official's recognition of the approved agency's expertise. Criteria used for the evaluation shall be identified within the report and, where required, provided to the Building Official. 104.2.8.1.2 Other reports.
Reports not complying with Section 104.2.8.1 shall describe criteria, including, but not limited to, any referenced testing or analysis, used to determine compliance with code intent and justify code equivalence. The report shall be prepared by a qualified engineer, specialist, laboratory or specialty organization acceptable to the Building Official. The B uilding Official is authorized to require design submittals to be prepared by, and bear the stamp of, a registered design professional.
104.2.8.2 Peer review.
In addition to the evaluation report, the Building Official is authorized to require submittal of a peer review report in conjunction with a request to use an alternative material, appliance, installation, device, arrangement, design or method of construction, prepared by a qualified peer reviewer that is approved by the Building Official.
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SECTION 5. Section 106 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 106 PERMITS
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106.3 Work Exempted.
. . .
Exemption from the permit requirements of this Code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this Code, other laws, ordinances, or regulations, or required approvals from other County Departments and State and federal agencies. Structures shall still be regulated by Chapter 5 of the California Wildland Urban Interface Code, despite exemption from permits.
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106.5.7 Combined swimming pool permit.
A combined swimming pool permit, which includes all building, electrical, plumbing, heating, and excavation work, may be issued for a newconstruction, addition, alteration, or repair work of a swimming pool, spa or hot tub. which will include all building, electrical, plumbing, heating, and excavation work. The combined swimming pool permit shall be subject to the requirements of this Code, the Residential Code, the Existing Building Code, the Green Building Standards Code, the Electrical Code, the Plumbing Code and the Mechanical Code, except that the fee for the combined swimming pool permit shall be as provided in Section 107.1 of this Code.
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SECTION 6. Table 1-A is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 1-A
BUILDING PERMIT FEES* 1,2,3
TOTAL VALUATION FEE
$0 to and including $700 $63.21
More than $700 to and including $25,000 $94.87
plus for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof in excess of $1,000
$24.44
$25,001 to and including $50,000 $682.83
plus for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof in excess of $25,000
$18.77
$50,001 to and including $100,000 $1,159.71
plus for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof in excess of $50,000
$14.22
More than $100,000 $1,867.20
plus for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof $9.66 * For additional permit issuance fee, see Section 107.1. 1 The building permit fee specified in the table above shall be increased by a surcharge of 0.013 percent of the total valuation of a Group R Occupancy or by
0.028 percent of the total valuation of all other occupancies or $0.50, whichever amount is higher, pursuant to Section 2705, Chapter 8, Division 2 of the Public Resources Code of the State of California (State Strong-Motion Instrumentation Program). This surcharge shall not be included in the building permit fee for the purpose of determining the plan check fee.
2 The permit fee specified in the table above shall be increased by 10 percent for all construction work required to comply with the rules and regulations adopted by the Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission of the State of CaliforniaCalifornia Energy Commission. This increase in fee shall be included in the building permit fee for the purpose of determining the plan checking fee.
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3 The permit fee specified in the table above shall be increased by 5 percent for all construction work required to comply with Title 24, California Code of Regulations, Section 101, et seq., the State's disabled access and adaptability requirements. The increase in fee shall be included in the building permit fee for the purpose of determining the plan check fee.
107.14 Noncompliance Fee.
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107.14.1.
In accordance with Health and Safety Code 17973, where noncompliance occurs in a project related to exterior elevated elements, the Building Official may assess a civil penalty of not less than $100 nor more than $500 per day until the repairs are completed, unless an extension of time is granted by the Building Official.
SECTION 7. Section 108 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 108 INSPECTIONS
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108.4 Required Inspections.
. . .
108.4.8 Types IV-A, IV-B and IV-C connection protection inspection.
In buildings of Types IV-A, IV-B and IV-C construction, where connection fireresistance ratings are provided by wood cover calculated to meet the requirements of Section 2304.10.1, the Building Official shall inspect the wood cover after the cover is installed, but before any other coverings or finishes are installed.
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108.4.9 Weather-exposed balcony and walking surface
waterproofing.
Where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces have weather-exposed surfaces, and the structural framing is protected by an impervious moisture barrier, all elements of the impervious moisture barrier system shall not be concealed until inspected and approved by the Building Official.
Exception: Where special inspections are provided in accordance with Section 1705.1.1, Item 3.
108.4.810 Final inspection.
. . .
108.9 Approval required.
Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the Building Official. The Building Official, upon notification, shall make the requested inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory and approved, or notify the permit holder or the permit holder's agent wherein the same fails to comply with this Code. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the Building Official.
108.910 Reinspections.
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SECTION 8. Section 109 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 109 USE AND OCCUPANCY
109.3 Certificate Issued.
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7. The edition of this Code under which the permit was issued.
8. The type of construction as defined in Chapter 6.
9. The design occupant load.
10. Where an automatic sprinkler system is provided, whether the sprinkler system is required.
11. Any special stipulations and conditions of the building permit.
SECTION 9. Section 113 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 113 EARTHQUAKE FAULTS
113.5 Construction Limitations.
. . .
The Building Official may waive the requirements for an active earthquake fault investigation for additions to existing one- or two-family dwelling units when all of the following conditions are met:
1. There is no increase in the number of bedrooms or bedroom equivalent rooms in the dwelling unit;
2. The addition does not increase the permitted gross floor area of the structure by more than 20 percent as it existed on January 1, 2017, or 400 square feet, whichever is less;
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3. The Building Official has determined that the addition is not located over or upon the trace of a known active earthquake fault as shown on the aforementioned maps; and
4. The owner shall record in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder a statement acknowledging that the owner is aware that the records of the Building Official indicate that the property is potentially subject to a hazard from a known active earthquake fault. The owner shall also record in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder an agreement relieving the County and all officers and employees thereof of any liability for any damage or loss which may result from the issuance of such a permit. This agreement shall provide that it is binding on all successors in interest of the owner and shall continue in effect until the Building Official records in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder a statement that the Building Official has determined that a hazard from a known active earthquake fault no longer exists. . . .
113.5.1 Additions to One- or Two-Family Dwellings.
The Building Official may waive the requirements for an active earthquake fault investigation for additions to existing one- or two-family dwelling units when all of the following conditions are met:
1. There is no increase in the number of bedrooms or bedroom equivalent rooms in the dwelling unit;
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2. The addition does not increase the permitted gross floor area of the structure by more than 20 percent as it existed on January 1, 2017, or 400 square feet, whichever is less;
3. The Building Official has determined that the addition is not located over or upon the trace of a known active earthquake fault as shown on the aforementioned maps; and
4. The owner shall record in the office of the Department of RegistrarRecorder a statement acknowledging that the owner is aware that the records of the Building Official indicate that the property is potentially subject to a hazard from a known active earthquake fault. The owner shall also record in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder an agreement relieving the County and all officers and employees thereof of any liability for any damage or loss that may result from the issuance of such a permit. This agreement shall provide that it is binding on all successors in interest of the owner and shall continue in effect until the Building Official records in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder a statement that the Building Official has determined that a hazard from a known active earthquake fault no longer exists. 113.5.2 Repair of single-family dwellings, their accessory dwelling units, or accessory structures destroyed by the wildfires.
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designated by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through a proclaimed local emergency motion or resolution, when all of the following conditions are met:
1. The structure is a wood-frame or steel-frame structure not exceeding two stories and a basement.
2. The structure is not part of a development of four or more dwellings.
3. The permit applicant is the owner of the property at the time of the loss, the owner's immediate heir(s), or their authorized representative.
4. The application for a permit is filed no later than ten (10) years following the date of the loss.
5. The repaired structure does not exceed the area of the previously existing, permitted structure, plus 10 percent.
6. The owner shall record in the office of the Department of RegistrarRecorder a statement acknowledging that the owner is aware that the records of the Building Official indicate that the property is potentially subject to a hazard from a known active earthquake fault. The owner shall also record in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder an agreement relieving the County and all officers and employees thereof of any liability for any damage or loss that may result from the issuance of such a permit. This agreement shall provide that it is binding on all successors in interest of the owner and shall continue in effect until the Building Official records in the office of the Department of Registrar-Recorder a statement that the Building Official has determined that a hazard from a known active earthquake fault no longer exists.
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7. In this section, repair shall be defined as the reconstruction, replacement, or renewal of any part or the whole of an existing building for the purpose of either maintenance related to the fire or to correct damage caused by the fire. 113.5.2.1. In addition to the work allowed under 113.5.2, the Building Official may permit the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit on a property where a single-family dwelling was destroyed by wildfires as part of a project permitted under 113.5.2.
113.5.2.2. The provisions of this Section may also apply to other disasters as expressly designated by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through a proclaimed local emergency motion or resolution.
SECTION 10. Section 114 is hereby added to read as follows:
SECTION 114 SERVICE UTILITIES
114.1. Connection of service utilities.
A person shall not make connections from a utility, a source of energy, fuel, or power, or a water system or sewer system to any building or system that is regulated by this Code for which a permit is required, until approved by the Building Official. 114.2. Temporary connection.
The Building Official shall have the authority to allow the temporary connection of a building or system to a utility, a source of energy, fuel, or power, or a water or sewer system for the purpose of testing systems or for use under a temporary approval. The Building Official shall approve the duration of the temporary timeframe.
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114.3. Authority to disconnect service utilities.
The Building Official shall have the authority to disconnect utility services to a building, structure or system regulated by this Code in case of emergency where necessary to eliminate an immediate hazard to life or property or where such utility connection has been made without the approval required by Section 114.1 or 114.2. The Building Official shall notify the serving utility, and wherever possible the owner or the owner’s authorized agent and occupant of the building, structure or service system of the decision to disconnect prior to taking such action. If not notified prior to disconnecting, the owner or the owner's authorized agent or occupant of the building, structure or service system shall be notified in writing, as soon as practical thereafter.
Sections 115 through 118 are hereby reserved.
SECTION 11. Section 701A is hereby added to read as follows:
701A. MODIFICATIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA WILDLANDURBAN INTERFACE CODE.
Chapter 5 of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code shall be modified as indicated in Sections 701A.1 through 701A.7 and shall apply to all buildings and structures as provided in this section.
SECTION 12. Section 701A.1 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.1 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 501.1.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 501.1 to read as follows:
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501.1 Scope and Application.
New bBuildings and structures in a wildland-urban interface area shall be constructed in accordance with the California Building Code and this Code. Additions, alterations, or repairs made to existing buildings erected, constructed, or moved within a Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland-Urban Interface area shall be constructed in accordance with the Building Code and this Code. New buildings for which an application for a building permit is submitted on or after July 1, 2008, and any additions, alterations, or repairs made to existing buildings for which an application for a building permit is submitted on or after January 1, 2026, located in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone or Wildland-Urban Interface area shall comply with all sections of the Building Code and this Code.
Exceptions:
1. Group U accessory structures not exceeding 120 square feet (11m 2 ) in floor area where located not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
2. Group U agricultural buildings not less than 50 feet (15 240 mm) from applicable buildings.
501.1.1 Alternates for materials, design, tests, and methods of construction.
The Building Official is permitted to modify the provisions of this Chapter for sitespecific conditions in accordance with Chapter 1, Section 104.2.2.
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SECTION 13. Section 701A.2 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.2 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 503.1 Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 503.1 to read as follows:
503.1 General.
Buildings and structures hereafter constructed, modified or relocated into or within wildland-urban interface areas shall meet the construction requirements in accordance with Chapter 5. Materials required to be ignition-resistant building materials shall comply with the requirements of Section 503.2.
Exceptions:
1. New accessory buildings and miscellaneous structures complying with Section 504.11.
2. Additions to and remodels of buildings originally constructed prior to July 1, 2008.Reserved.
3. Group C occupancy special buildings conforming to the limitations specified in Section 450.4.1 of the California Building Code.
SECTION 14. Section 701A.3 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.3 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 503.2.3.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 503.2.3 to read as follows:
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503.2.3 Fire-retardant-treated wood roof coverings.
Roof assemblies containing fire-retardant-treated wood shingles and shakes shall comply with the requirements of Section 1505.6 of the California Building Code and shall be classified as Class A roof assemblies as required in Section 1505.2 of the California Building Code.Reserved.
SECTION 15. Section 701A.4 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.4 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 503.3.1.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 503.3.1 to read as follows:
503.3.1 Qualification by testing.
Material and material assemblies tested in accordance with the requirements of Section 503 shall be accepted for use when the results and conditions of those tests are met. Product evaluation testing of material and material assemblies shall be approved or listed by the State Fire Marshal, the Building Official, or identified in a current report issued by an approved agency.
SECTION 16. Section 701A.5 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.5 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 503.3.4.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 503.3.4 to read as follows:
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503.3.4 Fire-retardant-treated wood shingles and shakes.
Reserved.
Fire-retardant-treated wood shingles and shakes shall be approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal in accordance with Section 208(c), Title 19 California Code of Regulations.
SECTION 17. Section 701A.6 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.6 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 504.2.1.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 504.2.1 to read as follows:
504.2.1 Roof covering voids.
Where there is a void under the roof covering it shall comply with Section 504.2.1.1 or 504.2.1.2. Roof coverings shall be Class A as specified in the Building Code. Wood shingles and wood shakes are prohibited in any Fire Hazard Severity Zone regardless of classification.
SECTION 18. Section 701A.7 is hereby added to read as follows:
701A.7 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Section 504.5.2.
Modify the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 504.5.2 to read as follows:
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504.5.2 Exterior wall coverings.
Exterior wall coverings shall comply with one or more of the following requirements:
1. Noncombustible material.
2. Ignition-resistant building material labeled for exterior use.
3. Fire-retardant treated wood labeled for exterior use and complying with the requirements of Section 2303.2 of the California Building Code.
4. Fire-retardant-treated wood shingles and shakes which have been qualified in accordance with Section 1505.6 of the California Building Code for use as " Class B" roof covering shall be an acceptable alternative wall covering material where installed over solid sheathing.Reserved.
Exception:
Exterior wall coverings which are a component of an approved wall assembly complying with Section 504.5.
SECTION 19. Section 1031.2.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1031.2.1 Operational constraints and opening control devices. . . .
Where security bars (burglar bars) are installed on emergency egress and rescue windows or doors, on or after July 1, 2000, such devices shall comply with California Building Standards Code, Part 12, Chapter 12-3 and other applicable provisions of Part
2. . . .
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SECTION 20. Table 1507.3.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 1507.3.7
CLAY AND CONCRETE TILE ATTACHMENT a, b, c
GENERAL – CLAY OR CONCRETE ROOF TILE
Maximum
Allowable
Stress Design
Wind Speed,
V asd f (mph)
Mean roof
height
(feet)
Roof slope <3:12 Roof slope 3:12 and over
85 0 - 60 Minimum slope: 2.5:12
One fastener per tile.
Flat tile without vertical
laps, Ttwo fasteners
per tile.
Two fasteners per tile. Only
one fastener on slopes of 7:12
and less for tiles with installed
weight exceeding 7.5 lbs/sq. ft.
having a width no greater than
16 inches.
100 0 - 40
. . . . . . . . .
INTERLOCKING CLAY OR CONCRETE ROOF TILE WITH PROJECTING ANCHOR LUGS d, e
(Installations on spaced/solid sheathing with battens or spaced sheathing) Maximum
Allowable
Stress Design
Wind Speed,
V asd f (mph)
Mean roof
height
(feet)
Roof slope <5:12 Roof slope
5:12<12:12
Roof slope
12:12 and
over
85 0 - 60
Fasteners are not
required. Tiles with
installed weight less
than 9 lbs/sq. ft.
require not fewer than
Minimum slope is 4:12.
Oone fastener per tile.
One fastener
per tile every
other row. P
erimeter tiles
requireone
fastener. Tiles
with installed
weight less
than 9 lbs/sq.ft.
require not
fewer than one
fastener per
tile.
One fastener
required for
every tile.
Tiles with
installed
weight less
than 9
lbs./sq. ft.
require not
fewer than
one fastener
per tile.
100 0 - 40
. . . . . . . . .
INTERLOCKING CLAY OR CONCRETE ROOF TILE WITH PROJECTING ANCHOR LUGS
(Installations on solid sheathing without battens)
Maximum
Allowable
Stress Design
Wind Speed,
V asd f (mph)
Mean roof
height
(feet)
All Minimum roof slopes 4 units vertical in 12 units
horizontal
Maximum slope 7 units vertical in 12 units horizontal
. . . . . . . . .
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For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s, 1 pound per square foot = 4.882 kg/m 2.
a Minimum fastener size. Hot dipped galvanized ring shank or other Ccorrosion-resistant nails not less than No. 11 gage with 5 / 16 -inch head. Fasteners shall be long enough to penetrate into the sheathing ¾ inch or through the thickness of the sheathing, whichever is less. Attaching wire for clay and concrete tile shall not be smaller than
0.083 inch and shall be copper, brass, or stainless steel. . . .
SECTION 21. Section 1613.8 is hereby added to read as follows:
1613.8 Modifications to ASCE 7.
The text of ASCE 7 shall be modified as indicated in Sections 1613.8.1 through 1613.8.3.
1613.8.1 ASCE 7, 12.2.3.1, Exception 3.
Modify ASCE 7, Section 12.2.3.1, Exception 3, to read as follows:
3. Detached one- and two-family dwellings up to two stories in height of light frame construction.
1613.8.2 ASCE 7, Section 12.11.2.2.3.
Modify ASCE 7, Section 12.11.2.2.3, to read as follows:
12.11.2.2.3 Wood diaphragms.
The anchorage of concrete or masonry structural walls to wood diaphragms shall be in accordance with AWC SDPWS 4.1.5.1 and this sSection. Continuous ties required by this sSection shall be in addition to the diaphragm sheathing. Anchorage shall not be accomplished by use of toenails or nails subject to withdrawal, nor shall wood ledgers or framing be used in cross-grain bending or cross-grain tension. The diaphragm sheathing shall not be considered effective as providing ties or struts HOA.105556295.10 22
required by this Section.
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, wood diaphragms supporting concrete or masonry walls shall comply with the following:
1. The spacing of continuous ties shall not exceed 40 feet. Added chords of diaphragms may be used to form subdiaphragms to transmit the anchorage forces to the main continuous crossties.
2. The maximum diaphragm shear used to determine the depth of the subdiaphragm shall not exceed 75 percent of the maximum diaphragm shear. 1613.8.3 ASCE 7, 12.12.3.
Modify ASCE 7, Section 12.12.2, to read as follows:
All portions of the structure shall be designed and constructed to act as an integral unit in resisting seismic forces unless separated structurally by a distance sufficient to avoid damaging contact as set forth in this section.
Separations shall allow for the Maximum Design Earthquake Displacements, δ MDE, as determined in accordance with Section 12.8.6Equation 12.12-1:
d MDE = C d d e + d di
(Equation 12.12-1)
SECTION 22. Section 1613.9 is hereby added to read as follows:
1613.9 Seismic design provisions for hillside buildings. 1613.9.1 Purpose.
The purpose of this Section is to establish minimum regulations for the design and construction of new buildings and additions to existing buildings when constructing HOA.105556295.10 23
such buildings on or into slopes steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3 percent). These regulations establish minimum standards for seismic force resistance to reduce the risk of injury or loss of life in the event of earthquakes. 1613.9.2 Scope.
The provisions of this Section shall apply to the design of the lateral-forceresisting system for hillside buildings at and below the base level diaphragm. The design of the lateral-force-resisting system above the base level diaphragm shall be in accordance with the provisions for seismic and wind design as required elsewhere in this Chapter.
Exceptions:
1. Non-habitable accessory buildings and decks not supporting or supported from the main building are exempt from these regulations.
2. Additions to existing buildings that do not exceed 10 percent of the existing floor area provided that the addition is being supported completely by the existing foundation.
1613.9.3 Definitions.
For the purposes of this Section certain terms are defined as follows:
BASE LEVEL DIAPHRAGM is the floor at, or closest to, the top of the highest level of the foundation.
DIAPHRAGM ANCHORS are assemblies that connect a diaphragm to the adjacent foundation at the uphill diaphragm edge.
DOWNHILL DIRECTION is the descending direction of the slope approximately HOA.105556295.10 24
perpendicular to the slope contours.
FOUNDATION is concrete or masonry that supports a building, including footings, stem walls, retaining walls, and grade beams.
FOUNDATION EXTENDING IN THE DOWNHILL DIRECTION is a foundation running downhill and approximately perpendicular to the uphill foundation.
HILLSIDE BUILDING is any building or portion thereof constructed on or into a slope steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33.3 percent). If only a portion of the building is supported on or into the slope, these regulations apply to the entire building.
PRIMARY ANCHORS are diaphragm anchors designed for and providing a direct connection as described in Sections 1613.9.5 and 1613.9.7.3 between the diaphragm and the uphill foundation.
SECONDARY ANCHORS are diaphragm anchors designed for and providing a redundant diaphragm to foundation connection, as described in Sections 1613.9.6 and 1613.9.7.4.
UPHILL DIAPHRAGM EDGE is the edge of the diaphragm adjacent and closest to the highest ground level at the perimeter of the diaphragm.
UPHILL FOUNDATION is the foundation parallel and closest to the uphill diaphragm edge.
1613.9.4 Analysis and design.
1613.9.4.1 General.
Every hillside building within the scope of this Section shall be analyzed, HOA.105556295.10 25
designed, and constructed in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter. When the code-prescribed wind design produces greater effects, the wind design shall govern, but detailing requirements and limitations prescribed in this Section and all referenced Sections shall be followed.
1613.9.4.2 Base level diaphragm-downhill direction.
The following provisions shall apply to the seismic analysis and design of the connections for the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction. 1613.9.4.2.1 Base for lateral force design defined.
For seismic forces acting in the downhill direction, the base of the building shall be the floor at, or closest to, the top of the highest level of the foundation. 1613.9.4.2.2 Base shear.
In developing the base shear for seismic design, the response modification coefficient (R) shall not exceed 5 for bearing wall and building frame systems. The total base shear shall include the forces tributary to the base level diaphragm, including forces from the base level diaphragm.
1613.9.5 Base shear resistance for primary anchors.
1613.9.5.1 General.
The base shear in the downhill direction shall be resisted through primary anchors from diaphragm struts provided in the base level diaphragm to the foundation. 1613.9.5.2 Location of primary anchors.
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shall also be provided where interior vertical lateral-force-resisting elements occur above and in contact with the base level diaphragm. The spacing of primary anchors and diaphragm struts or collectors shall in no case exceed 30 feet (9,144 mm). 1613.9.5.3 Design of primary anchors and diaphragm struts.
Primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 1613.9.8.
1613.9.5.4 Limitations.
The following lateral-force-resisting elements shall not be designed to resist seismic forces below the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction:
1. Wood structural panel wall sheathing;
2. Cement plaster and lath;
3. Gypsum wallboard; and
4. Tension-only braced frames.
Braced frames designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 2205.2.2 may be used to transfer forces from the primary anchors and diaphragm struts to the foundation provided lateral forces do not induce flexural stresses in any member of the frame or in the diaphragm struts. Deflections of frames shall account for the variation in slope of diagonal members when the frame is not rectangular. 1613.9.6 Base shear resistance for secondary anchors.
1613.9.6.1 General.
In addition to the primary anchors required by Section 1613.9.5, the base shear in the downhill direction shall be resisted through secondary anchors in the uphill HOA.105556295.10 27
foundation connected to diaphragm struts in the base level diaphragm.
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Exception: Secondary anchors are not required where foundations extending in the downhill direction spaced at not more than 30 feet (9,144 mm) on center extend up to and are directly connected to the base level diaphragm for at least 70 percent of the diaphragm depth.
1613.9.6.2 Secondary anchor capacity and spacing.
Secondary anchors at the base level diaphragm shall be designed for a minimum force equal to the base shear, including forces tributary to the base level diaphragm, but not less than 600 pounds per lineal foot (8.76 kN/m). The secondary anchors shall be uniformly distributed along the uphill diaphragm edge and shall be spaced at a maximum of four feet (1,219 mm) on center.
1613.9.6.3 Design.
Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.9.8.
1613.9.7 Diaphragms below the base level for downhill direction.
The following provisions shall apply to the lateral analysis and design of the connections for all diaphragms below the base level diaphragm in the downhill direction. 1613.9.7.1 Diaphragm defined.
Every floor level below the base level diaphragm shall be designed as a diaphragm.
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1613.9.7.2 Design force.
Each diaphragm below the base level diaphragm shall be designed for all tributary loads at that level using a minimum seismic force factor not less than the base shear coefficient.
1613.9.7.3 Design force-resistance for primary anchors.
The design force described in Section 1613.9.7.2 shall be resisted through primary anchors from diaphragm struts provided in each diaphragm to the foundation.
Primary anchors shall be provided and designed in accordance with the requirements a nd limitations of Section 1613.5.5.
1613.9.7.4 Design force-resistance for secondary anchors. 1613.9.7.4.1 General.
In addition to the primary anchors required in Section 1613.9.7.3, the design force in the downhill direction shall be resisted through secondary anchors in the uphill foundation connected to diaphragm struts in each diaphragm below the base level.
Exception: Secondary anchors are not required where foundations extending in the downhill direction, spaced at not more than 30 feet (9,144 mm) on center, extend up to and are directly connected to each diaphragm below the base level for at least 70 percent of the diaphragm depth.
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1613.9.7.4.2 Secondary anchor capacity.
Secondary anchors at each diaphragm below the base level diaphragm shall be designed for a minimum force equal to the design force but not less than 300 pounds per lineal foot (4.38 kN/m). The secondary anchors shall be uniformly distributed along the uphill diaphragm edge and shall be spaced at a maximum of four feet (1,219 mm) on center.
1613.9.7.4.3 Design.
Secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with Section 1613.9.8.
1613.9.8 Primary and secondary anchorage and diaphragm strut design.
Primary and secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be designed in accordance with the following provisions:
1. Fasteners. All bolted fasteners used to develop connections to wood members shall be provided with square plate washers at all bolt heads and nuts.
Washers shall be minimum 0.229 inch by 3 inches by 3 inches (5.82 mm by 76 mm by 76 mm) in size. Nuts shall be tightened to finger tight plus one-half (1/2) wrench turn prior to covering the framing.
2. Fastening. The diaphragm to foundation anchorage shall not be accomplished by the use of toenailing, nails subject to withdrawal, or wood in crossgrain bending or cross-grain tension.
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3. Size of Wood Members. Wood diaphragm struts, collectors, and other wood members connected to primary anchors shall not be less than three-inch (76 mm) nominal width. The effects of eccentricity on wood members shall be evaluated as required per Item 9.
4. Design. Primary and secondary anchorage, including diaphragm struts, splices, and collectors shall be designed for 125 percent of the tributary force.
5. Allowable Stress Increase. The one-third allowable stress increase permitted under Section 1605.2 shall not be taken when the working (allowable) stress design method is used.
6. Steel Element of Structural Wall Anchorage System. The strength design forces for steel elements of the structural wall anchorage system, with the exception of anchor bolts and reinforcing steel, shall be increased by 1.4 times the forces otherwise required.
7. Primary Anchors. The load path for primary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be fully developed into the diaphragm and into the foundation. The foundation must be shown to be adequate to resist the concentrated loads from the primary anchors.
8. Secondary Anchors. The load path for secondary anchors and diaphragm struts shall be fully developed in the diaphragm but need not be developed beyond the connection to the foundation.
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9. Symmetry. All lateral force foundation anchorage and diaphragm strut connections shall be symmetrical. Eccentric connections may be permitted when demonstrated by calculation or tests that all components of force have been provided for in the structural analysis or tests.
10. Wood Ledgers. Wood ledgers shall not be used to resist cross-grain bending or cross-grain tension.
1613.9.9 Lateral-force-resisting elements normal to the downhill direction.
1613.9.9.1 General.
In the direction normal to the downhill direction, lateral-force-resisting elements shall be designed in accordance with the requirements of this Section. 1613.9.9.2 Base shear.
In developing the base shear for seismic design, the response modification coefficient (R) shall not exceed 5 for bearing wall and building frame systems. 1613.9.9.3 Vertical distribution of seismic forces.
For seismic forces acting normal to the downhill direction the distribution of seismic forces over the height of the building using Section 12.8.3 of ASCE 7 shall be determined using the height measured from the top of the lowest level of the building foundation.
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1613.9.9.4 Drift limitations.
The story drift below the base level diaphragm shall not exceed 0.007 times the story height at strength design force level. The total drift from the base level diaphragm to the top of the foundation shall not exceed 3/4 inch (19 mm). Where the story height or the height from the base level diaphragm to the top of the foundation varies because of a stepped footing or story offset, the height shall be measured from the average height of the top of the foundation. The story drift shall not be reduced by the effect of horizontal diaphragm stiffness.
1613.9.9.5 Distribution of lateral forces.
1613.9.9.5.1 General.
The design lateral force shall be distributed to lateral-force-resisting elements of varying heights in accordance with the stiffness of each individual element. 1613.9.9.5.2 Wood structural panel sheathed walls.
The stiffness of a stepped wood structural panel shear wall may be determined by dividing the wall into adjacent rectangular elements, subject to the same top of wall deflection. Deflections of shear walls may be estimated by AWC SDPWS Section 4.3.2.
Sheathing and fastening requirements for the stiffest section shall be used for the entire wall. Each section of wall shall be anchored for shear and uplift at each step. The minimum horizontal length of a step shall be 8 feet (2438 mm) and the maximum vertical height of a step shall be 2 feet, 8 inches (813 mm).
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1613.9.9.5.3 Reinforced concrete or masonry shear walls.
Reinforced concrete or masonry shear walls shall have forces distributed in proportion to the rigidity of each section of the wall. 1613.9.9.6 Limitations.
The following lateral force-resisting-elements shall not be designed to resist lateral forces below the base level diaphragm in the direction normal to the downhill direction:
1. Cement plaster and lath;
2. Gypsum wallboard; and
3. Tension-only braced frames.
Braced frames designed in accordance with the requirements of Section 2202.2.1.2 of this Code may be designed as lateral-force-resisting elements in the direction normal to the downhill direction, provided lateral forces do not induce flexural stresses in any member of the frame. Deflections of frames shall account for the variation in slope of diagonal members when the frame is not rectangular. 1613.9.10 Specific design provisions.
1613.9.10.1 Footings and grade beams.
All footings and grade beams shall comply with the following:
1. Grade beams shall extend at least 12 inches (305 mm) below the lowest adjacent grade and provide a minimum 24-inch (610 mm) distance horizontally from the bottom outside face of the grade beam to the face of the descending slope.
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2. Continuous footings shall be reinforced with at least two No. 4 reinforcing bars at the top and two No. 4 reinforcing bars at the bottom.
3. All main footing and grade beam reinforcement steel shall be bent into the intersecting footing and fully developed around each corner and intersection.
4. All concrete stem walls shall extend from the foundation and be reinforced as required for concrete or masonry walls.
1613.9.10.2 Protection against decay and termites.
All wood to earth separation shall comply with the following:
1. Where a footing or grade beam extends across a descending slope, the stem wall, grade beam, or footing shall extend up to a minimum 18 inches (457 mm) above the highest adjacent grade.
Exception: At paved garage and doorway entrances to the building, the stem wall need only extend to the finished concrete slab, provided the wood framing is protected with a moisture proof barrier.
2. Wood ledgers supporting a vertical load of more than 100 pounds per lineal foot (1.46 kN/m) based on Allowable Stress Design (ASD) levels and located within 48 inches (1219 mm) of adjacent grade are prohibited. Galvanized steel ledgers and anchor bolts, with or without wood nailers, or treated or decay resistant sill plates supported on a concrete or masonry seat, may be used.
1613.9.10.3 Sill plates.
All sill plates and anchorage shall comply with the following:
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1. All wood framed walls, including nonbearing walls, when resting on a footing, foundation, or grade beam stem wall, shall be supported on wood sill plates bearing on a level surface.
2. Power-driven fasteners shall not be used to anchor sill plates except at interior nonbearing walls not designed as shear walls.
1613.9.10.4 Column base plate anchorage.
The base of isolated wood posts (not framed into a stud wall) supporting a vertical load of 4,000 pounds (17.8 kN) or more based on ASD levels, and the base plate for a steel column shall comply with the following:
1. When the post or column is supported on a pedestal extending above the top of a footing or grade beam, the pedestal shall be designed and reinforced as required for concrete or masonry columns. The pedestal shall be reinforced with a minimum of four No. 4 bars extending to the bottom of the footing or grade beam. The top of exterior pedestals shall be sloped for positive drainage.
2. The base plate anchor bolts or the embedded portion of the post base, and the vertical reinforcing bars for the pedestal, shall be confined with two No. 4 or three No. 3 ties within the top 5 inches (127 mm) of the concrete or masonry pedestal.
The base plate anchor bolts shall be embedded a minimum of 20 bolt diameters into the concrete or masonry pedestal. The base plate anchor bolts and post bases shall be galvanized and each anchor bolt shall have at least two galvanized nuts above the base plate.
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1613.9.10.5 Steel beam to column supports.
All steel beam to column supports shall be positively braced in each direction.
Steel beams shall have stiffener plates installed on each side of the beam web at the column. The stiffener plates shall be welded to each beam flange and the beam web.
Each brace connection or structural member shall consist of at least two 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) diameter machine bolts.
SECTION 23. Section 1613.10 is hereby added to read as follows:
1613.10 Suspended ceilings.
Minimum design and installation standards for suspended ceilings shall be determined in accordance with the requirements of Section 2506.2.1 and this Section. 1613.10.1 Scope.
This part contains special requirements for suspended ceilings and lighting systems. Provisions of Section 13.5.6 of ASCE 7 shall apply except as modified herein. 1613.10.2 General.
The suspended ceilings and lighting systems shall be limited to 6 feet (1828 mm) below the structural deck unless the lateral bracing is designed by a licensed engineer or architect.
1613.10.3 Sprinkler heads.
All sprinkler heads (drops) except fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies, shall be designed to allow for free movement of the sprinkler pipes with oversize rings, sleeves or adaptors through the ceiling tile. Sprinkler heads and other penetrations shall have a 2-inch (50mm) oversize ring, sleeve, or adapter through the HOA.105556295.10 38
ceiling tile to allow for free movement of at least 1 inch (25mm) in all horizontal directions. Alternatively, a swing joint that can accommodate 1 inch (25 mm) of ceiling movement in all horizontal directions is permitted to be provided at the top of the sprinkler head extension.
Sprinkler heads penetrating fire-resistance-rated floor/ceiling or roof/ceiling assemblies shall comply with Section 714.
1613.10.4 Special requirements for means of egress.
Suspended ceiling assemblies located along means of egress serving an occupant load of 30 or more and at lobbies accessory to Group A Occupancies shall comply with the following provisions.
1613.10.4.1 General.
Ceiling suspension systems shall be connected and braced with vertical hangers attached directly to the structural deck along the means of egress serving an occupant load of 30 or more and at lobbies accessory to Group A Occupancies. Spacing of vertical hangers shall not exceed 2 feet (610 mm) on center along the entire length of the suspended ceiling assembly located along the means of egress or at the lobby. 1613.10.4.2 Assembly device.
All lay-in panels shall be secured to the suspension ceiling assembly with two hold-down clips minimum for each tile within a 4-foot (1219 mm) radius of the exit lights and exit signs.
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1613.10.4.3 Emergency systems.
Independent supports and braces shall be provided for light fixtures required for exit illumination. Power supply for exit illumination shall comply with the requirements of Section 1008.2.4 of this Code.
1613.10.4.4 Supports for appendages.
Separate support from the structural deck shall be provided for all appendages such as light fixtures, air diffusers, exit signs, and similar elements.
SECTION 24. Section 1704.2.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1704.2.3 Statement of special inspections.
The applicant shall submit a statement of special inspections in accordance with Section 106.4107.1 as a condition for permit issuance. This statement shall be in accordance with Section 1704.3.
. . .
SECTION 25. Section 1704.6 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1704.6 Structural observations.
Where required by the provisions of Section 1704.6.1 the owner or the owner's authorized agent shall employ a registered design professionalstructural observer to perform structural observations. The structural observer shall visually observe representative locations of structural systems, details and load paths for general conformance to the approved construction documents. Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections in Section 110108 or the special inspections in Section 1705 or other sections of this cCode. The structural observer HOA.105556295.10 40
shall be one of the following individuals:
1. The registered design professional responsible for the structural design, or
2. A registered design professional designated by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design.
Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the bBuilding oOfficial a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural observations.
At the conclusion of the work included in the permit, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement that the site visits have been made and identify any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer's knowledge, have not been resolved.
The owner or owner's authorized agent shall coordinate and call a preconstruction meeting between the structural observer, contractors, affected subcontractors, and special inspectors. The structural observer shall preside over the meeting. The purpose of the meeting shall be to identify the major structural elements and connections that affect the vertical and lateral load resisting systems of the structure and to review scheduling of the required observations. A record of the meeting shall be included in the report submitted to the Building Official.
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visits have been made and identifying any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer's knowledge, have not been resolved. A final report by the structural observer, which states that all observed deficiencies have been resolved, is required before acceptance of the work by the Building Official.
SECTION 26. Section 1704.6.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1704.6.1 Structural observations for structures.
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3. The structure is assigned to Seismic Design Category E, and is greater than two stories above the grade planeA lateral design is required for the structure or portion thereof.
Exception: One-story wood framed Group R-3 and Group U Occupancies less than 2,000 square feet in area, provided the adjacent grade is not steeper than 1 unit vertical in 10 units horizontal (10 percent sloped), assigned to Seismic Design Category D.
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SECTION 27. Section 1705.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1705.3 Concrete Construction.
Special inspections and tests of concrete construction shall be performed in accordance with this section and Table 1705.3.
Exception: Special inspections and tests shall not be required for:
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1. Isolated spread concrete footings of buildings three stories or less above grade plane that are fully supported on earth or rock where the structural design of the footing is based on a specified compressive strength (f'c) not greater than 2,500 pounds per square inch (psi) (17.2 Mpa) regardless of the compressive strength specified in the construction documents or used in the footing construction. . . .
4. Concrete foundation walls constructed in accordance with Table 1807.1.6.2.
54. Concrete patios, driveways and sidewalks, on grade.
SECTION 28. Section 1705.13 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1705.13 Special inspections for seismic resistance.
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Exception: The special inspections specified in Sections 1705.13.1 through 1705.13.9 are not required for structures designed and constructed in accordance with one of the following:
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3. The structure is a detached one- or two-family dwelling not exceeding two stories above grade plane, provided the structure is not assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F and does not have any of the following horizontal or vertical irregularities in accordance with Section 12.3 of ASCE 7:
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SECTION 29. Section 1807.1.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1807.1.4 Permanent wood foundations systems.
Permanent wood foundation systems shall be designed and installed in accordance with AWC PWF. Lumber and plywood shall be preservative treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specification A, Special Requirement 4.2), and shall be identified in accordance with Section 2303.1.9.1. Permanent wood foundation systems shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 30. Section 1807.1.6 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1807.1.6 Prescriptive design of concrete and masonry foundation walls.
Concrete and masonry foundation walls that are laterally supported at the top and bottom shall be permitted to be designed and constructed in accordance with this s ection. Prescriptive design of foundation walls shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 31. Section 1807.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1807.2 Retaining walls.
Retaining walls shall be designed in accordance with Section 1807.2.1 through 1807.2.4. Retaining walls assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F shall not be partially or wholly constructed of wood.
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SECTION 32. Section 1807.3.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1807.3.1 Limitations.
The design procedures outlined in this section are subject to the following limitations:
1. The frictional resistance for structural walls and slabs on silts and clays shall be limited to one-half of the normal force imposed on the soils by the weight of the footing or slab.
2. Posts embedded in earth shall not be used to provide lateral support for structural or nonstructural materials such as plaster, masonry or concrete unless bracing is provided that develops the limited deflection required.
Wood poles shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 for sawn timber posts (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B) and for round timber posts (Commodity Specification B, Use Category 4B). Wood poles and posts embedded in direct contact with soil shall not be used for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
Wood poles and posts embedded in accordance with Methods 2 and 3 of Section 1807.3.3 shall not be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, except when used to support nonhabitable, nonoccupiable structures such as fences when approved by the Building Official.
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SECTION 33. Section 1809.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1809.3 Stepped footings.
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For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, the stepping requirement shall also apply to the top surface of continuous footings supporting walls.
Footings shall be reinforced with four No. 4 reinforcing bars. Two bars shall be located at the top and bottom of the footings as shown in Figure 1809.3.
SECTION 34. Figure 1809.3 is hereby added to read as follows:
FIGURE 1809.3
STEPPED FOOTING
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SECTION 35. Section 1809.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1809.7 Prescriptive footings for light-frame construction.
Where a specific design is not provided, concrete or masonry-unit footings supporting walls of light-frame construction shall be permitted to be designed in accordance with Table 1809.7. Prescriptive footings in accordance with Table 1809.7 shall not be used to support structures that exceed one story above grade plane and are assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 36. Table 1809.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 1809.7
PRESCRIPTIVE FOOTINGS SUPPORTING WALLS OF
LIGHT-FRAME CONSTRUCTION a, b, c, d, e
NUMBER OF FLOORS
SUPPORTED BY THE FOOTING f
WIDTH OF
FOOTING (inches)
THICKNESS OF
FOOTING (inches)
1 12 6
2 15 6
3 18 8 g
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c. Interior stud-bearing walls shall be permitted to be supported by isolated footings. The footing width and length shall be twice the width shown in this table, and footings shall be spaced not more than 6 feet on center.[Reserved]. . . .
g. Plain concrete footings for Group R-3 occupancies shall be permitted to be 6 inches thick[Deleted].
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SECTION 37. Section 1809.12 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1809.12 Timber footings.
Timber footings shall be permitted for buildings of Type V construction and as otherwise approved by the bBuilding oOfficial. Such footings shall be treated in accordance with AWPA U1 (Commodity Specification A, Use Category 4B). Treated timbers are not required where placed entirely below permanent water level, or where used as capping for wood piles that project above the water level over submerged or marsh lands. The compressive stresses perpendicular to grain in untreated timber footings supported upon treated piles shall not exceed 70 percent of the allowable stresses for the species and grade of timber as specified in the ANSI/AWC NDS.
Timber footings shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 38. Section 1810.3.2.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1810.3.2.4 Timber.
Timber deep foundation elements shall be designed as piles or poles in accordance with ANSI/AWC NDS. Round timber elements shall conform to ASTM D25.
Sawn timber elements shall conform to DOC PS-20. Timber shall not be used in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
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SECTION 39. Section 1905.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1905.1 General.
In addition to the provisions of ACI 318, structural concrete shall comply with the requirements of Section 1905. The text of ACI 318 shall be modified as indicated in Sections 1905.8 through 1905.10.
SECTION 40. Section 1905.6.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1905.6.2 Seismic Design Categories C, D, E, and F.
Structures assigned to Seismic Design Category C, D, E or F shall not have elements of structural plain concrete, except as follows:
1. Structural plain concrete basement, foundation or other walls below the base as defined in ASCE/SEI 7 are permitted in detached one- and two-family dwellings three stories or less in height constructed with stud-bearing walls. In dwellings assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, the height of the wall shall not exceed 8 feet (2438 mm), the thickness shall not be less than 7½ inches (190 mm), and the wall shall retain no more than 4 feet (1219 mm) of unbalanced fill. Walls shall have reinforcement in accordance with 14.6.1 of ACI318.Concrete used for fill with a minimum cement content of 2 sacks of Portland cement or cementious material per cubic yard.
2. Isolated footings of plain concrete supporting pedestals or columns are permitted, provided that the projection of the footing beyond the face of the supported member does not exceed the footing thickness.
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permitted to exceed the footing thickness.
3. Plain concrete footings supporting walls are permitted, provided that the footings have at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars. Bars shall not be smaller than No. 4 and shall have a total area of not less than 0.002 times the gross cross-sectional area of the footing. For footings that exceed 8 inches (203 mm) in thickness,nNot fewer than one bar shall be provided at the top and bottom of the footing. Continuity of reinforcement shall be provided at corners and intersections.
Exceptions:
1. Where assigned to Seismic Design Category C, dDetached one- and twofamily dwellings three stories or less in height and constructed with stud-bearing walls are permitted to have plain concrete footings without longitudinal reinforcementwith at least two continuous longitudinal reinforcing bars not smaller than No. 4 and a total area of less than 0.002 times the gross cross-sectional area of the footing.
2. For foundation systems consisting of a plain concrete footing and a plain concrete stemwall, not fewer than one bar shall be provided at the top of the stemwall and at the bottom of the footing.
3. Footings cast monolithically with a slab-on-ground shall have not fewer than one No. 4 bar at the top and bottom of the footing or one No. 5 bar or two No. 4 bars in the middle third of the footing depth.
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SECTION 41. Section 1905.7 is hereby amended to read as follows:
1905.7 Design requirements for anchors.
For the design requirements for anchors, Sections 1905.7.1 and 1905.7.2 provide exceptions that are permitted to ACI 318. These requirements shall be applicable to all buildings.
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SECTION 42. Section 1905.8 is hereby added to read as follows:
1905.8 ACI 318, Section 18.7.5.
Modify ACI 318, Section 18.7.5, by adding Sections 18.7.5.8 and 18.7.5.9 as follows:
18.7.5.8 Where the calculated point of contraflexure is not within the middle half of the member clear height, provide transverse reinforcement as specified in ACI 318, Section 18.7.5.1, Items (a) through (c), over the full height of the member.
18.7.5.9 At any section where the design strength, jP n , of the column is less than the sum of the shears V e computed in accordance with ACI 318, Sections 18.7.6.1 and 18.6.5.1, for all the beams framing into the column above the level under consideration, transverse reinforcement as specified in ACI 318, Sections 18.7.5.1 through 18.7.5.3, shall be provided. For beams framing into opposite sides of the column, the moment components may be assumed to be of opposite sign. For the determination of the design strength, jP n , of the column, these moments may be assumed to result from the deformation of the frame in any one principal axis.
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SECTION 43. Section 1905.9 is hereby added to read as follows:
1905.9 ACI 318, Section 18.10.4.
Modify ACI 318, Section 18.10.4, by adding Section 18.10.4.7 as follows:
18.10.4.7 Walls and portions of walls with P u > 0.35P o shall not be considered to contribute to the calculated shear strength of the structure for resisting earthquakeinduced forces. Such walls shall conform to the requirements of ACI 318, Section
18.14. SECTION 44. Section 1905.10 is hereby added to read as follows:
1905.10 ACI 318, Section 18.12.6.
Modify ACI 318, by adding Section 18.12.6.2, as follows:
18.12.6.2 Collector and boundary elements in topping slabs placed over precast floor and roof elements shall not be less than 3 inches (76 mm) or 6 d b in thick ness, where d b is the diameter of the largest reinforcement in the topping slab.
SECTION 45. Section 2304.10.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2304.10.2 Fastener requirements.
Connections for wood members shall be designed in accordance with the appropriate methodology in Section 2302.1. The number and size of fasteners connecting wood members shall not be less than that set forth in Table 2304.10.2.
Staple fasteners in Table 2304.10.2 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
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Exception: Staples may be used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the Building Official.
SECTION 46. Table 2304.10.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 2304.10.2
FASTENING SCHEDULE h
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h. Staples shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 47. Section 2304.10.3.1 is hereby added to read as follows:
2304.10.3.1 Quality of nails.
In Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, mechanically-driven nails used in wood structural panel shear walls shall meet the same dimensions as that required for handdriven nails, including diameter, minimum length, and minimum head diameter. Clipped head or box nails are not permitted in new construction. The allowable design value for clipped head nails in existing construction may be taken at no more than the nail-headarea ratio of that of the same size hand-driven nails.
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SECTION 48. Section 2304.12.2.8 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2304.12.2.8 Wood used in retaining walls and cribs.
Wood installed in retaining or crib walls shall be preservative treated in accordance with AWPA U1 for soil and freshwater use. Wood shall not be used in retaining or crib walls for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
SECTION 49. Section 2305.4 is hereby added to read as follows:
2305.4 Hold-down connectors.
In Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, hold-down connectors shall be designed to resist shear wall overturning moments using 75 percent of the allowable seismic load values. Such values shall be established in a valid research report from approved sources or by accepted engineering practice and the provisions of this Code.
Exception: Values established by specialized cyclic and dynamic testing may be used when approved by the Building Official in accordance with Section 104.2.8.
Connector bolts into wood framing shall require steel plate washers on the post on the opposite side of the anchorage device. Plate size shall be a minimum of 0.229 inches by 3 inches by 3 inches (5.82 mm by 76 mm by 76 mm) in size. Hold-down connectors shall be tightened to finger tight plus one-half (1/2) wrench turn just prior to covering the wall framing.
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SECTION 50. Section 2306.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2306.2 Wood-frame diaphragms.
Wood-frame diaphragms shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AWC SDPWS. Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of AWC SDPWS shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table 2306.2(1) or 2306.2(2) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C.
Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the Building Official.
The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.2(1) and 2306.2(2) are permitted to be increased 40 percent for wind design.
Wood structural panel diaphragms used to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F shall be applied directly to the framing members.
Exception: Wood structural panel diaphragms are permitted to be fastened over solid lumber planking or laminated decking, provided the panel joints and lumber planking or laminated decking joints do not coincide.
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SECTION 51. Section 2306.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2306.3 Wood-frame shear walls.
Wood-frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with AWC SDPWS. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of Tables 4.3A and 4.3B of AWC SDPWS shall include the following:
1. Wood structural panel thickness for shear walls shall not be less than 3/8 inch thick and studs shall not be spaced at more than 16 inches on center.
2. The maximum nominal unit shear capacities for 3/8 inch wood structural panels resisting seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F is 560 pounds per linear foot (plf).
Exception: Other nominal unit shear capacities may be permitted if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the Building Official.
3. Nails shall be placed not less than 1/2 inch from the panel edges and not less than 3/8 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shears greater than 350 plf using ASD or 500 plf using LRFD. Nails shall be placed not less than 3/8 inch from panel edges and not less than 1/4 inch from the edge of the connecting members for shears of 350 plf or less using ASD or 500 plf or less using LRFD.
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of Table 4.3B of ANSI/AWC SDPWS shall not be allowed.
For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F, application of Table 4.3C of ANSI/AWC SDPWS shall not be used below the top level in a multi-level building.
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Where panels are fastened to framing members with staples, requirements and limitations of AWC SDPWS shall be met and the allowable shear values set forth in Table 2306.3(1), 2306.3(2) or 2306.3(3) shall only be permitted for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C.
Exception: Allowable shear values where panels are fastened to framing members with staples may be used if such values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the Building Official.
The allowable shear values in Tables 2306.3(1) and 2306.3(2) are permitted to be increased 40 percent for wind design. Panels complying with ANSI/APA PRP-210 shall be permitted to use design values for Plywood Siding in the AWC SDPWS.
Wood structural panel shear walls used to resist seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F shall be applied directly to the framing members.
SECTION 52. Section 2307.2 is hereby added to read as follows:
2307.2 Wood-frame panel shear walls.
Wood-frame shear walls shall be designed and constructed in accordance with Section 2306.3 as applicable.
SECTION 53. Table 2308.10.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
TABLE 2308.10.1
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SECTION 54. Section 2308.10.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.10.5.1 Alternate braced wall (ABW).
An ABW shall be constructed in accordance with this section and Figure 2308.6.5.1. In one-story buildings, each panel shall have a length of not less than 2 feet 8 inches (813 mm) and a height of not more than 10 feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 3/8-inch (3.2 mm) minimum-thickness wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with Table 2304.10.2 and blocked at wood structural panel edges. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32-inch minimum-thickness (11.9 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges, 3 inches at intermediate supports. Two anchor bolts installed in accordance with Section 2308.7.1 shall be provided in each panel. Anchor bolts shall be placed at each panel outside quarter points. Each panel end stud shall have a hold-down device fastened to the foundation, capable of providing an approved uplift capacity of not less than 1,800 pounds (8006 N).
The hold-down device shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The ABW shall be supported directly on a foundation or on floor framing supported directly on a foundation that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. Where the continuous foundation is required to have a depth greater than 12 inches (305 mm), a minimum 12-inch by 12-inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing or turned-down slab edge is permitted at door openings in the braced HOA.105556295.10 59
wall line. This continuous footing or turned-down slab edge shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped 1524 inches (381610 mm) with the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced wall line.
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SECTION 55. Figure 2308.10.5.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 56. Section 2308.10.5.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.10.5.2 Portal frame with hold-downs (PFH).
A PFH shall be constructed in accordance with this section and Figure 2308.
10.5.2. The adjacent door or window opening shall have a full-length header.
In one-story buildings, each panel shall have a length of not less than 16 inches (406 mm) and a height of not more than 10 feet (3048 mm). Each panel shall be sheathed on one face with a single layer of 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) minimum-thickness wood FIGURE 2308.10.5.1
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structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common or galvanized box nails in accordance with Figure 2308.10.5.2. For structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D or E, each panel shall be sheathed on one face with 15/32-inch minimum-thickness (11.9 mm) wood structural panel sheathing nailed with 8d common nails spaced 3 inches on panel edges, 3 inches at intermediate supports and in accordance with Figure 2308.
10.5.2. The wood structural panel sheathing shall extend up over the solid sawn or glued-laminated header and shall be nailed in accordance with Figure 2308.10.5.2. A built-up header consisting of at least two 2-inch by 12-inch (51 mm by 305 mm) boards, fastened in accordance with Item 24 of Table 2304.10.1 shall be permitted to be used.
A spacer, if used, shall be placed on the side of the built-up beam opposite the wood structural panel sheathing. The header shall extend between the inside faces of the first full-length outer studs of each panel. The clear span of the header between the inner studs of each panel shall be not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) and not more than 18 feet (5486 mm) in length. A strap with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4,400 N) shall fasten the header to the inner studs opposite the sheathing. One anchor bolt not less than 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) diameter and installed in accordance with Section 2308.3.1 shall be provided in the center of each sill plate. The studs at each end of the panel shall have a hold-down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 3,500 pounds (15 570 N).
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pounds (4400 N) shall fasten the header to the bearing studs. The bearing studs shall also have a hold-down device fastened to the foundation with an uplift capacity of not less than 1,000 pounds (4400 N). The hold-down devices shall be an embedded strap type, installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The PFH panels shall be supported directly on a foundation that is continuous across the entire length of the braced wall line. This foundation shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. Where the continuous foundation is required to have a depth greater than 12 inches (305 mm), a minimum 12-inch by 12-inch (305 mm by 305 mm) continuous footing or turned-down slab edge is permitted at door openings in the braced wall line. This continuous footing or turned-down slab edge shall be reinforced with not less than one No. 4 bar top and bottom. This reinforcement shall be lapped not less than 1524 inches (381610 mm) with the reinforcement required in the continuous foundation located directly under the braced wall line. . . .
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SECTION 57. Figure 2308.10.5.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 58. Section 2308.10.8.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.10.8.1 Foundation requirements.
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Exception: For structures with a maximum plan dimension not more than 50 feet (15 240 mm), continuous foundations are required at exterior walls only for structures assigned to Seismic Design Category A, B, or C.
For structures in Seismic Design Categories D and E, exterior braced wall panels shall be in the same plane vertically with the foundation or the portion of the structure FIGURE 2308.10.5.2
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containing the offset shall be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice and Section 2308.3.
Exceptions:
1. Exterior braced wall panels shall be permitted to be located not more than 4 feet (1219 mm) from the foundation below where supported by a floor constructed in accordance with all of the following:
1.1. Cantilevers or setbacks shall not exceed four times the nominal depth of the floor joists.
1.2. Floor joists shall be 2 inches by 10 inches (51 mm by 254 mm) or larger and spaced not more than 16 inches (406 mm) on center.
1.3. The ratio of the back span to the cantilever shall be not less than 2 to 1.
1.4. Floor joists at ends of braced wall panels shall be doubled.
1.5. A continuous rim joist shall be connected to the ends of cantilevered joists. The rim joist is permitted to be spliced using a metal tie not less than 0.058 inch (1.47 mm) (16 galvanized gage) and 11/2 inches (38 mm) in width fastened with six 16d common nails on each side. The metal tie shall have a yield stress not less than 33,000 psi (227 MPa).
1.6. Joists at setbacks or the end of cantilevered joists shall not carry gravity loads from more than a single story having uniform wall and roof loads nor carry the reactions from headers having a span of 8 feet (2438 mm) or more.
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than 1 foot (305 mm) over an opening in the wall below. This requirement is applicable to braced wall panels offset in plane and braced wall panels offset out of plane as permitted by Exception 1. Braced wall panels are permitted to extend over an opening not more than 8 feet (2438 mm) in width where the header is a 4-inch by 12-inch (102 mm by 305 mm) or larger member.
SECTION 59. Section 2308.10.9 is hereby amended to read as follows:
2308.10.9 Attachment of sheathing.
Fastening of braced wall panel sheathing shall not be less than that prescribed in Tables 2308.10.1 or 2304.10.2. Wall sheathing shall not be attached to framing members by adhesives. Staple fasteners in Table 2304.10.2 shall not be used to resist or transfer seismic forces in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E, or F.
Exception: Staples may be used to resist or transfer seismic forces when the allowable shear values are substantiated by cyclic testing and approved by the Building Official.
All braced wall panels shall extend to the roof sheathing and shall be attached to parallel roof rafters or blocking above with framing clips (18 gauge minimum) spaced at maximum 24 inches (6096 mm) on center with four 8d nails per leg (total eight 8d nails per clip). Braced wall panels shall be laterally braced at each top corner and at maximum 24-inch (6096 mm) intervals along the top plate of discontinuous vertical framing.
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SECTION 60. Section 3114 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 3114 INTERMODAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS
3114.1 General.
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Exceptions:
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6. Single-unit stand-alone intermodal shipping containers used as temporary storage or construction trailer on active construction sites. Construction support facilities for uses and activities not directly associated with the actual processes of construction, including, but not limited to, offices, meeting rooms, plan rooms, other administrative or support functions shall not be exempt from Section 3114. . . .
3114.8.4 Detailed structural design procedure.
A structural analysis meeting the requirements of this Section shall be provided to the building official to demonstrate the structural adequacy of the intermodal shipping containers.
3114.8.4.2 Seismic design parameters.
The seismic force-resisting system shall be designed and detailed in accordance with ASCE 7 and one of the following:
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3. Where all or portions of the profiled steel panel elements are retained and integrated into a seismic force-resisting system other than as permitted by Section 3114.8.4.2, Item 1, seismic design parameters shall be developed from testing and analysis in accordance with Section 104.2.39 and ASCE 7, Section 12.2.1.1 or 12.2.1.2. . . .
3114.8.5.2 Structural design assumptions.
Where permitted by Section 3114.8.5.1, single-unit, stand-alone intermodal shipping containers shall be designed using the following assumptions for the profiled steel panel lateral-force resisting system side walls and end walls:
1. The appropriate detailing requirements contained in Chapters 16 through
23. 2. Response modification coefficient, R = 2,
3. Over strength factor, Ω0 = 2.5,
4. Deflection amplification factor, Cd = 2, and
5. Limits on structural height, hn = 9.5 feet (2900 mm). 3114.8.5.3 Allowable shear.
The allowable shear for the profiled steel panel side walls (longitudinal) and end walls (transverse) for wind design and seismic design using the coefficients of Section 3114.8.5.2 shall be in accordance with Table 3114.8.5.3, provided that all of the following conditions are met:
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shall have an existing or new boundary element on all sides to form a continuous load path, or paths, with adequate strength and stiffness to transfer all forces from the point of application to the final point of resistance, as shown in Figure 3114.8.5.3(3). The existing door interlocking mechanism shall not be considered as a component of the required load path.
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SECTION 61. Chapter 99 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION 9903 DEFINITION OF SUBSTANDARD BUILDING
9903.1
Any building or structure or portion thereof, regardless of zoning designation or approved uses of the building, including any dwelling unit, guestroom or suite of rooms, or the premises on which the same is located, in which there exists any of the conditions listed in Section 9904 to an extent that creates a public nuisance and endangers the life, limb, health, property, safety or welfare of the occupants of the building, nearby residents, or the public, shall be deemed and hereby is declared to be a substandard building.
SECTION 9904 SUBSTANDARD CONDITIONS
9904.1 Inadequate sanitation
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9904.1.5
Lack of electrical lighting as required by this Code.
9904.1.6
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Infestation of insects, vermin, or rodents as determined by a health officer or, if an agreement does not exist with an agency that has a health officer, the infestation can be determined by an appropriate code enforcement officer. 9904.1.7
Visible mold growth, as determined by a health officer or a code enforcement officer, excluding the presence of mold that is minor and found on surfaces that can accumulate moisture as part of their properly functioning and intended use. 9904.1.8
Lack of connection to required sewage disposal system, as required by the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code.
9904.1.9
Lack of adequate garbage and rubbish storage and removal facilities, as determined by a health officer or, if an agreement does not exist with an agency that has a health officer, the lack of adequate garbage and rubbish removal facilities can be determined by an appropriate code enforcement officer.
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9904.2 Structural Hazards
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9904.2.5
Defective, damaged or inadequately constructed or sized fireplaces or chimneys. . . .
9904.2.6
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Inadequate structural resistance to horizontal forces.
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9904.3 Inadequate or Hazardous Wiring.
9904.3.1
All wiring except that which conformed with all applicable laws in effect at the time of installation and which has been maintained in good and safe condition and is working properly and being used in a safe manner.
9904.4 Inadequate or Faulty Plumbing.
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9904.4.2
All plumbing except that which conformed with all applicable laws in effect at the time of installation and which has been maintained in good condition and which is free of cross connections and siphonage between fixtures.
9904.5 Inadequate or Faulty Mechanical Equipment.
9904.5.1
Lack of safe, adequate heating facilities in a dwelling. . . .
9904.6 Faulty Weather Protection.
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9904.6.2
Lack of a sound and effective exterior wall covering or weather protection for exterior wall covering.
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9904.6.4
Deteriorated or ineffective waterproofing of exterior walls, roofs, foundations, foundation walls or floor, including broken windows or doors. . . .
9904.9 Hazardous Buildings.
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9904.13 Any Nuisance.
Those premises on which contains anything which is injurious to health, including, but not limited to, the illegal sale of controlled substances, or is indecent or offensive to the senses, or an obstruction to the free use of property, so as to interfere with the comfortable enjoyment of life or property, or unlawfully obstructs the free passage or use, in the customary manner, of any navigable public space.
SECTION 62. Section H103.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H103.1 Location restrictions.
Signs shall not be erected, constructed, or maintained so as to obstruct any fire escape or any window or door or opening used as part of a means of egress or as part of the accessible route, except as permitted by Chapters 10, 11A, and 11B, or so as to prevent free passage from one part of a roof to any other part thereof. A sign shall not HOA.105556295.10 71
be attached in any form, shape or manner to a fire escape, nor be placed in such manner as to interfere with any opening required for ventilation.
SECTION 63. Section H103.2 is hereby added as follows:
H103.2 Projections and clearances.
Signs extending beyond the exterior wall of the building shall comply with Section 705.2 and the following requirements.
Signs may project over a public street, public sidewalk or building line in accordance with Section 3202 and a distance as determined by the clearance of the bottoms thereof above the level of the sidewalk or grade immediately below, whichever is more restrictive, as follows:
Clearance less than 8 feet (2438 mm) shall be prohibited.
Clearance 8 feet (2438 mm) and above, a 1-foot (305 mm) projection is permitted ; and for each additional 2-foot clearance (610 mm), an additional 1-foot (305 mm) projection is permitted.
No structure shall have a projection of more than 5 feet (1524 mm). A projecting sign built above and in connection with a marquee may have such a projection of 5 feet (1524 mm) without clearance between sign and marquee. No structure shall project beyond the curb line, regardless of clearance above grade.
Signs projecting more than 6 inches (152 mm) from the face of building over private property used or intended to be used by the general public shall have a minimum clearance of 8 feet (2438 mm) above said sidewalk or grade.
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No sign shall project into any alley whatsoever below a height of 14 feet (4267 mm) above grade, and no sign shall project into any alley by more than 6 inches (152 mm) when its height is 14 feet (4267 mm) or more above grade.
SECTION 64. Section H104.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H104.1 Identification.
Every outdoor advertising display sign other than wall signs hereafter erected, constructed or maintained, for which a permit is required, shall be plainly marked with the name of the person, firm or corporation erecting and maintaining such sign, and the weight of the sign, and shall have affixed on the front thereof the permit number issued for said sign or other method of identification approved by the bBuilding oOfficial.
SECTION 65. Section H105.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H105.1 General requirements.
Signs shall be designed and constructed to comply with the provisions of this c Code for use of materials, loads and stresses. Glass panels used in signs shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 24.
SECTION 66. Section H106.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H106.1 Illumination.
A sign shall not be illuminated by other than electrical means, and electrical devices and wiring shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the California Electrical Code (Title 27) of the Los Angeles County Code, and a separate electrical permit shall be obtained. Any open spark or flame shall not be used for display purposes unless specifically approved.
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SECTION 67. Section H106.2 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H106.2 Electrical service.
Signs that require electrical service shall comply with NFPA 70the Electrical Code (Title 27) of the Los Angeles County Code.
SECTION 68. Section H110.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
H110.1 General.
Roof signs shall be constructed entirely of metal or other approved noncombustible material except as provided for in Sections H106.1.1 and H107.1.
Provisions shall be made for electric grounding of metallic parts. Where combustible materials are permitted in letters or other ornamental features, wiring and tubing shall be kept free and insulated therefrom. Roof signs shall be so constructed as to leave a clear space of not less than 6 feet (1829 mm) between the roof level and the lowest part of the sign and shall have not less than 5 feet (11524 mm) clearance between the vertical supports thereof. Roof sign structures shall not project beyond an exterior wall.
Exception: Signs on flat roofs with every part of the roof accessible shall not be required to provide clear space between the roof level and the lowest part of the sign.
Blocks, angles, or supports fastened to the roof shall be located so as not to interfere with the drainage of the roof and, where necessary, flashing or counter flashing shall be placed.
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SECTION 69. Section H116 is hereby deleted in its entirety:
SECTION H116 REFERENCED STANDARDS
H.116.1 General. See Table H116.1 for standards that are referenced in various sections of this appendix. Standards are listed by the standard definition with the effective date, standard title, and the section or sections of this appendix that reference the standard.
TABLE H116.1
REFERENCED STANDARDS
ASTM D635-18 Test Method for Rate of
Burning and/or Extent
and Time of Burning of
Plastics in a Horizontal
Position
H107.1.1
CEC - 25 California Electrical Code H106.1, H106.2
NFPA 701-23 Methods of Fire Test for
Flame Propagation of
Textiles and Films
H106.1.1
SECTION 70. Section J101 is hereby amended to read as follows:
J101 GENERAL
J101.1 Scope.
The provisions of this chapterAppendix apply to grading, excavation, and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, and the control of runoff from graded sites, including erosion sediments and construction-related pollutants. Where conflicts occur between the technical requirements of this chapter and the geotechnical report, the geotechnical report shall govern The purpose of this Appendix is to HOA.105556295.10 75
safeguard life, limb, property, and the public welfare by regulating grading on property subject to this Code.
J101.2 Flood hazard areas.
Unless the applicant has submitted an engineering analysisa hydrology and hy draulic analysis, prepared in accordance with standard engineering practice by a registered design professionalCalifornia licensed civil engineer, that demonstrates the proposed work will not result in any increase in the level of the base flood, grading, excavation and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, shall not be permitted in floodways designated in Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 – Health and Safety – of the Los Angeles County Code, or in floodways that are in flood hazard areas established in Section 1612.3 or in flood hazard areas where design flood elevations are specified but floodways have not been designated.
J101.3 General hazards.
Whenever the Building Official determines that any existing excavation, embankment, or fill on property subject to this Code has become a hazard to life and limb, or endangers property, or adversely affects the safety, use, or stability of a public way or drainage channel, the Building Official may give written notice thereof to the owner of the property upon which the excavation, embankment, or fill is located, or other person or agent in control of said property. Upon receipt of said notice, the owner or other person or agent in control of the property shall repair, eliminate, or secure such excavation, embankment, or fill so as to eliminate the hazard, in conformance with the requirements of this Code, within the period specified in said notice.
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J101.4 Safety precautions.
If at any stage of the work the Building Official determines by inspection that unpermitted grading or grading work pursuant to a grading permit is likely to endanger any public or private property, or result in the deposition of debris on any public way, or interfere with any existing drainage course, the Building Official may order the work stopped by notice in writing served on any persons engaged in doing such work or causing such work to be done, and any such person shall immediately stop such work.
The Building Official may authorize the work to proceed if the Building Official finds that adequate safety precautions can be taken or corrective measures incorporated in the work to avoid likelihood of such danger, deposition, or interference.
If the grading work as done was performed without a grading permit or has created or resulted in a hazardous condition, the Building Official shall give written notice requiring correction thereof as specified in Section J103 and Section J101 of this Code.
J101.5 Protection of utilities.
Both the permittee and the owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to any public and/or private utilities or services.
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J101.6 Protection of adjacent property.
Both the permittee and owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to adjacent property. No person shall excavate on land sufficiently close to the property line to endanger any adjoining public street, sidewalk, alley, or other public or private property without taking adequate measures to support and protect such property from settling, cracking, or other damage that might result from the proposed work. Any person performing any grading that involves imported or exported materials shall take special precautions, as approved by the Building Official, to prevent such materials from being deposited on adjacent properties, any public way, and/or any drainage course.
J101.7 Storm water control measures.
Both the permittee and the owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall put into effect and maintain all precautionary measures necessary to protect adjacent water courses and public or private property from damage by erosion, f looding, and deposition of mud, debris, and construction-related pollutants originating from the site during grading and related construction activities.
J101.8 Maintenance of protective devices and rodent control.
All drainage structures and other protective devices and all burrowing rodent control measures, as shown on the grading plans approved by the Building Official, shall be maintained in a good condition and, when necessary, promptly repaired by the permittee or the owner of the property on which grading has been performed or by any other person or agent in control of such property.
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J101.9 Correlation with other sections.
The provisions of this Appendix are independent of the provisions of Chapter 99 – Building and Property Rehabilitation – of Title 26 of this Code. This Section may be applied even though the same facts have been used to determine that there is a building, structure, or substandard property subject to the provisions of Chapter 99.
J101.10 Conditions of approval.
In granting any permit under this Code, the Building Official may include such conditions as may be reasonably necessary to prevent the creation of a nuisance or hazard to public or private property. Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to:
1. Improvement of any existing grading to comply with the standards of this Code.
2. Requirements for securing of excavations or fills that would otherwise be hazardous.
3. Requirements for temporary excavations and shoring that are to be implemented on site and shown on the plans.
4. Requirements for mitigating, stabilizing, or eliminating unpermitted grading conducted on site.
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SECTION 71. Section J102.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
J102.1 Definitions.
The following words and terms shall, for the purposes of this appendix, have the meanings shown herein. Refer to Chapter 2 of this code for general definitionsFor the purposes of this Appendix, the terms, phrases, and words listed in this Section and their derivatives shall have the indicated meanings.
APPROVAL. When the proposed work or completed work conforms to this Appendix, as determined by and to the satisfaction of the Building Official.
AS-BUILT. See Section J105.12.
BEDROCK. The relatively solid, undisturbed rock in place either at the ground surface or beneath superficial deposits of alluvium, colluvium, and/or soil.
BENCH. A relatively level step excavated into earth material on which fill is to be placed.
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP). Practices, prohibitions of practices, or other activities to reduce or eliminate the discharge of pollutants to surface waters.
BMPs include structural and nonstructural controls, management practices, operation and maintenance procedures, and system, design, and engineering methods that are required to be employed in order to comply with the requirements of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued to the County of Los Angeles (see Section 106.4.3 and Title 31 – Green Building Standards Code – of the Los Angeles County Code).
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BORROW. Earth material acquired from an off-site location for use in grading on a site.
CIVIL ENGINEER. A professional engineer licensed in the State of California to practice in the field of civil works.
CIVIL ENGINEERING. The application of the knowledge of the forces of nature, principles of mechanics, and the properties of materials to the evaluation, design, and construction of civil works.
COMPACTION. The densification of a fill by mechanical means.
CUT. See "Excavation."
DESILTING BASINS. Physical structures, constructed for the removal of sediments from surface water runoff.
DESIGN ENGINEER. The Civil Engineer responsible for the preparation of the grading plans for the site grading work.
DOWN DRAIN. A device for collecting water from a swale or ditch located on or above a slope, and safely delivering it to an approved drainage facility.
EARTH MATERIAL. Any rock, natural soil, or fill, or any combination thereof.
ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST. A geologist experienced and knowledgeable in engineering geology, holding a license as a geologist in the specialty of engineering geology issued by the State of California under the applicable provisions of the Geologist and Geophysicist Act of the Business and Professions Code.
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ENGINEERING GEOLOGY. The application of geologic knowledge and principles in the investigation and evaluation of naturally occurring rock and soil for use in the design of civil works.
EROSION. The wearing away of the ground surface as a result of the movement of wind, water, or ice.
EXCAVATION. The removal of earth material by artificial means, also referred to as a cut.
FIELD ENGINEER. The Civil Engineer responsible for performing the functions as set forth in Section J105.3.
FILL. Deposition of earth materials by artificial means.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER. See "Soils Engineer."
GEOTECHNICAL HAZARD. An adverse condition due to landslide, settlement, and/or slippage. These hazards include, but are not limited to, loose debris, slopewash, and mud flows from natural or graded slopes.
GRADE. The vertical location of the ground surface.
GRADE, EXISTING. The grade prior to grading.
GRADE, FINAL. See Section J105.7.
GRADE, FINISHED. The grade of the site at the conclusion of all grading efforts.
GRADE, INITIAL. See Section J105.7.
GRADE, ROUGH. See Section J105.7.
GRADING. An excavation or fill or combination thereof.
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KEY. A compacted fill placed in a trench excavated in earth material beneath the toe of a slope.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT. A person who holds a certificate to practice landscape architecture in the State of California under the applicable landscape architecture provisions of Division 3, Chapter 3.5, of the Business and Professions Code.
LINE. The horizontal location of the ground surface.
PERMITTEE. See Section J105.6.
PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM. A septic tank with effluent discharging into a subsurface disposal field, into one or more seepage pits, or into a combination of a subsurface disposal field and a seepage pit or of such other facilities as may be permitted in accordance with the procedures and requirements set forth in Title 28 – Plumbing Code – of the Los Angeles County Code and as required by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
PROJECT CONSULTANTS. The professional consultants required by this Code , which may consist of the Design Engineer, Field Engineer, Soils Engineer, Engineering Geologist, and Landscape Architect as applicable to this Appendix.
PROFESSIONAL INSPECTION. The inspection required by this Code to be performed by the Project Consultants. Such inspections shall be sufficient to form an opinion relating to the conduct of the work.
QSD. Qualified SWPPP Developer as defined in the California State Construction General Permit.
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QSP. Qualified SWPPP Practitioner as defined in the California State Construction General Permit.
SITE. A lot or parcel of land or contiguous combination thereof, under the same ownership, where grading is performed or permitted.
SLOPE. An inclined surface, the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to vertical distance.
SOIL. Naturally occurring superficial deposits overlying parent bedrock.
SOILS ENGINEER (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER). A licensed civil engineer experienced and knowledgeable in the practice of soils engineering.
SOILS ENGINEERING (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING). The application of the principles of soils mechanics in the investigation, evaluation, and design of civil works involving the use of earth materials and the inspection or testing of construction thereof.
STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. A conveyance or system of conveyances, including roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters, ditches, and man-made channels, designed or used for collecting and conveying storm water.
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP). A site drawing with details, notes, and related documents that identify the measures proposed by the permittee to: (1) control erosion and prevent sediment and construction-related pollutants from being carried offsite by storm water, and (2) prevent non-storm-water discharges from entering the storm drain system.
SURFACE DRAINAGE. Flows over the ground surface.
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SOIL TESTING AGENCY. An agency regularly engaged in the testing of soils and rock under the direction of a Civil Engineer experienced in soil testing.
TERRACE. A relatively level step constructed in the face of a graded slope for drainage and maintenance purposes.
SECTION 72. Section J103 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J103 PERMITS REQUIRED
J103.1 Permits required.
Except as exempted in Section J103.2, grading shall not be performed without first having obtained a permit therefor from the bBuilding oOfficial. A grading permit does not include the construction of retaining walls or other structures. A separate permit shall be obtained for each site and may cover both excavations and fills. Any e ngineered grading as described in Section J104.2.3 shall be performed by a contractor licensed by the State of California to perform the work described hereon. Regular g rading less than 5,000 cubic yards may require a licensed contractor if the Building Official determines that special conditions or hazards exist.
J103.2 Exemptions.
A grading permit shall not be required for the following:
1. When approved by the Building Official, Ggrading in an isolated, selfcontained area, provided that the public is not endangered and that such grading will not adversely affect adjoining properties or public rights of way. . . .
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7. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a registered design professionalGeotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist. This shall not exempt grading of access roads or pads created for exploratory excavations.
Exploratory excavations must not create a hazardous condition to adjacent properties or the public in accordance with Section J101.3. A restoration plan must be provided and approved by the Building Official for all grading of access roads or pads. Restoration shall be completed within 90 days after the completion of soils testing unless otherwise approved by the Building Official.
8. An excavation that does not exceed 50 cubic yards (38.3 m 3 ) and complies with one of the following conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is less than 2 feet (0.6 m) in depth.
(b) Does not create a cut slope greater than 5 feet (1.5 m) measured vertically upward from the cut surface to the surface of the natural grade and is not steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
9. A fill not intended to support a structure that does not obstruct a drainage course and complies with one of the following conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is less than 1 foot (0.3 m) in depth and is placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20 percent slope).
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(b) Is less than 3 feet (0.9 m) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 50 cubic yards, and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
(c) Is less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 20 cubic yards, and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
Exemption from the permit requirements of this aAppendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this cCode or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
J103.3 Unpermitted grading.
A person shall not own, use, occupy, or maintain any site containing unpermitted grading. For the purposes of this Code, unpermitted grading shall be defined as either of the following:
(1) Grading that was performed, at any point in time, without the required permit(s) having first been obtained from the Building Official, pursuant to Section J103.1;
(2) Grading for which a permit was obtained pursuant to this Section, but which was not completed, pursuant to Section J105, prior to the expiration of the permit, pursuant to Section 106.5.4, or
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(3) Grading for which a permit was obtained pursuant to this Section, but where grading was performed outside the scope of the permit, pursuant to Section J105.
If the Building Official has determined that unpermitted grading was performed or has created or resulted in a hazardous condition, the Building Official shall give written notice requiring correction thereof as specified in Section 103, and in accordance with J101 of this Code.
The Building Official may require such conditions as may be reasonably necessary to prevent creation of a nuisance or hazard to public or private property.
Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to, conditions set forth in Section J101.10.
J103.4 Availability of permit at site.
No person shall perform any grading that requires a permit under this Appendix unless a copy of the grading permit and approved grading plans are in the possession of a responsible person and available at the site for the Building Official's reference.
J103.5 Grading fees.
Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this Section. The amount of the fees shall be as specified in Section 107.
1. Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data are required to be submitted, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifi cations for review. Separate plan review fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this Code. For excavation and fill on the same site, the fee shall be based on the volume of excavation or fill, whichever is HOA.105556295.10 88
greater.
2. Permit Fees. A fee for each grading permit shall be paid to the Building Official at the time of issuance of the permit. Separate permits and fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this Code.
3. Site Inspection Fee. When the Building Official finds that a visual inspection of the site is necessary to establish drainage requirements for the protection of property, existing buildings, or the proposed construction, a site inspection shall be made during plan check of grading plans. A fee for such inspection shall be paid to the Building Official at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review.
J103.6 Compliance with zoning code.
The Building Official may refuse to issue a grading permit for work on a site if either the proposed grading or the proposed land use for the site shown on the grading plan application does not comply with the provisions of Title 22 – Planning and Zoning – of the Los Angeles County Code.
J103.7 Grading security.
J103.7.1 Scope and purpose.
The Building Official may require a permittee or the owner(s) of the property on which the grading is proposed to occur to provide security as a condition of the issuance of a grading permit for any grading involving more than 1,000 cubic yards (764.6 m 3 ).
Where unusual conditions or special hazards exist, the Building Official may require security for grading involving less than 1,000 cubic yards (764.6 m 3 ). The purpose of the security shall be to guarantee the permittee's obligation to mitigate any hazardous HOA.105556295.10 89
conditions, including flood and geotechnical hazards, that may be created if the grading is not completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, and to complete any work that the Building Official determines is necessary to bring the property into compliance with this Appendix.
Security required by this Section may include incidental off-site grading on property contiguous with the site to be developed, provided written consent of the owner of such contiguous property is filed with the Building Official.
The Building Official may waive the requirements for security for the following:
1. Grading being done by or for a governmental agency.
2. Grading necessary to remove a geotechnical hazard, where such work is covered by an agreement and security is posted pursuant to the provisions of Title 21 – Subdivisions – of the Los Angeles County Code.
3. Grading on a site, not exceeding a slope of 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical, provided such grading as determined by the Building Official will not affect drainage from or to adjacent properties.
4. Filling of holes or depressions, provided such grading will not affect the drainage from or to adjacent properties.
J103.7.2 Form of security.
The security referred to in Section J103.7.1 shall be in one of the following forms:
1. A bond furnished by a corporate surety authorized to do business in this s tate.
2. Cash.
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3. Savings and loan certificates or shares deposited and assigned to the County as provided in Chapter 4.36 of Title 4 – Revenue and Finance – of the Los Angeles County Code.
4. An instrument of credit from a financial institution subject to regulation by the State or federal government and pledging that funds in the amount required by the Building Official are on deposit and guaranteed for payment, or a letter of credit is issued by such a financial institution.
J103.7.3 Amount of security.
The amount of security shall be based on the number of cubic yards of material in either excavation or fill, whichever is greater, and the cost of all drainage or other protective devices or work necessary to eliminate potential flooding and geotechnical hazards. That portion of the security valuation based on the volume of material in either excavation or fill shall be computed as follows:
100,000 cubic yards or less – 50 percent of the estimated cost of grading work.
Over 100,000 cubic yards – 50 percent of the estimated cost of the first 100,000 cubic yards plus 25 percent of the estimated cost of that portion in excess of 100,000 cubic yards.
When the rough grading has been completed in conformance with the requirements of this Code, the Building Official may, at his or her discretion, consent to a proportionate reduction of the security to an amount estimated to be adequate to ensure completion of the grading work, site development, or planting remaining to be performed. The costs referred to in this Section shall be as estimated by the Building HOA.105556295.10 91
Official.
J103.7.4 Conditions.
All security shall include conditions that the principal shall:
1. Comply with all of the provisions of this Code, applicable laws, and ordinances;
2. Comply with all of the terms and conditions of the grading permit; and
3. Complete all of the work authorized by the permit.
J103.7.5 Term of security.
The term of each security shall begin upon the filing with the Building Official, and the security shall remain in effect until the work authorized by the grading permit is completed and approved by the Building Official.
J103.7.6 Default procedures.
In the event any grading for which a permit has been issued is not completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications for said work or with all terms and conditions of the grading permit, the Building Official may declare that a default has occurred. The Building Official shall give notice thereof to the principal and surety or financial institution executing the security, or to the owner in the case of a cash bond or assignment.
The Building Official may thereafter determine the work that is necessary to mitigate any hazardous or unsafe conditions on the site and cause such work to be performed.
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Where the security consists of a bond or instrument of credit, the surety or financial institution executing the security shall be responsible for the payment of all costs and expenses incurred by the Building Official in causing such work to be performed, up to the full amount of the security. In the case of cash security or assignment, the Building Official may pay all costs and expenses incurred in causing such work to be performed from the funds deposited and return any unused portion of such deposit or funds to the person making said deposit or assignment.
J103.7.7 Right of entry.
The Building Official or the authorized representative of any surety company or fi nancial institution furnishing the security shall have access to the premises described in the permit for the purpose of inspecting the work.
In the event of default, as described in Section J103.7.6, the surety or financial institution furnishing the security, or the Building Official, or any person employed or engaged on the behalf of any of these parties, shall have the right to go upon the premises to perform the mitigation work, as described in Section J103.7.6.
Neither the permittee, owner, or any other person shall interfere with or obstruct the ingress into or egress from any such premises of any authorized representative of the surety or financial institution executing the security or the Building Official engaged to perform the mitigation work, as described in Section J103.7.6.
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SECTION 73. Figure J103.2 is hereby added to read as follows:
FIGURE J103.2
GRADING EXEMPTION CASES
SECTION 74. Section J104 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J104 PERMIT APPLICATION AND SUBMITTALS
J104.1 Submittal requirements.
In addition to the provisions of Section 105.3 and 1.8.4, as applicable106.4, the applicant shall state the estimated quantities of excavation and fillfollowing:
1. The estimated quantities of excavation, fill, borrow, removal, or combination thereof.
2. The proposed land use for the site on which the grading is to be performed.
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J104.2 Site plan requirements.
In addition to the provisions of Section 107106, a grading plan shall show the existing grade and finished grade in contour intervals of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work and show in detail that it complies with the requirements of this cCode. The plans shall show the existing grade on adjoining properties in sufficient detail to identify how grade changes will conform to the requirements of this c Code.
J104.2.1 Grading designation.
Grading in excess of 5,000 cubic yards (3,825 m 3 ), or that is proposed to support any structure, shall be designated as "engineered grading." All engineered grading shall be performed in accordance with an approved grading plan and specifications prepared by a Civil Engineer, unless otherwise required by the Building Official.
Grading involving less than 5,000 cubic yards (3,825 m 3 ), and that will not support any structure, shall be designated "regular grading" unless the permittee chooses to have the grading be designated as engineered grading, or the Building Official determines that, due to the existence of special conditions or unusual hazards, the grading should be designated as engineered grading.
J104.2.2 Regular grading requirements.
In addition to the provisions of Sections 106 and J104.2, an application for a regular grading permit shall be accompanied by plans of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work. The plans shall give the location of the work, the name of the owner, and the name of the person who prepared the plan. The plan shall HOA.105556295.10 95
include the following information:
1. General vicinity of the proposed site.
2. Limits and depths of cut and fill.
3. Location of any buildings or structures where work is to be performed, and the location of any buildings or structures within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the proposed grading.
4. Contours, flow areas, elevations, or slopes that define existing and proposed drainage patterns.
5. Storm water mitigation measures in accordance with the requirements of Section 106.4.3 of this Code. See Section J110.8 for specific requirements.
6. Location of existing and proposed utilities, drainage facilities, and recorded public and private easements and restricted use areas.
7. Location of all recorded floodways as established by Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 – Health and Safety – of the Los Angeles County Code.
8. Location of all Special Flood Hazard Areas as designated and defined in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
J104.2.3 Engineered grading requirements.
In addition to the provisions of Sections 106 and J104.2, an application for a permit for engineered grading shall be accompanied by plans and specifications and supporting data consisting of a geotechnical report and engineering geology report.
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Specifications shall contain information covering construction and material requirements. Plans shall be drawn to scale on paper and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed and shall show in detail that the proposed work will conform to the provisions of this Code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The first sheet of the plans shall depict the location of the proposed work, the name and address of the owner, and the name and address of the person who prepared the plans.
The plans shall include or be accompanied by the following information:
1. General vicinity of the proposed site.
2. Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain and area drainage.
3. Limiting dimensions, elevations, or finish contours to be achieved by the grading, proposed drainage channels, and related construction.
4. Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices, walls, cribbing, dams, and other protective devices to be constructed with, or as a part of, the proposed work. In addition, a map showing the drainage area and the estimated runoff of the area served by any drains.
5. Location of any existing or proposed buildings or structures located on the property on which the work is to be performed and the location of any buildings or structures on adjacent properties that are within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the property or that may be affected by the proposed grading operations.
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6. Recommendations in the geotechnical report and the engineering geology report shall be incorporated into the grading plans or specifications. When approved by the Building Official, specific recommendations contained in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report, that are applicable to grading, may be included by reference.
7. The dates of the geotechnical and engineering geology reports together with the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the firms or individuals who prepared the reports.
8. A statement of the quantities of material to be excavated and/or filled.
Earthwork quantities shall include quantities for geotechnical and geological remediation. In addition, a statement of the quantities of material to be imported or exported from the site.
9. A statement of the estimated starting and completion dates for proposed work.
10. A statement signed by the owner, acknowledging that a Design Engineer, Field Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, and Engineering Geologist, when appropriate, will be employed to perform the services required by this Code, when the Building Official requires that such professional persons be so employed. These acknowledgments shall be on a form furnished by the Building Official.
11. Storm water mitigation measures are required to be shown on the grading plan in accordance with the requirement of Section 106.4.3 of this Code. See Section J110.8 for specific requirements.
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12. A drainage plan for those portions of property proposed to be utilized as a building site (building pad), including elevations of floors with respect to finish site grade and locations of proposed stoops, slabs, and fences that may affect drainage.
13. Location and type of any proposed private sewage disposal system, including the location of the expansion area.
14. Location of existing and proposed utilities, drainage facilities, and recorded public and private easements and restricted use areas.
15. Location of all recorded floodways as established by Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 – Health and Safety – of the Los Angeles County Code.
16. Location of all Special Flood Hazard Areas as designated and defined in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
J104.3 Geotechnical and engineering geology reports.
A geotechnical report prepared by registered design professionals shall be provided. The report shall contain not less than the following:
1. The nature and distribution of existing soils.
2. Conclusions and recommendations for grading procedures.
3. Soil design criteria for any structures or embankments required to accomplish the proposed grading.
4. Where necessary, slope stability studies, and recommendations and conclusions regarding site geology.
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recommendations for grading procedures and design criteria for corrective measures, including buttress fills, when necessary, and an opinion on the adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading as affected by geotechnical factors, including the stability of slopes. All reports shall conform with the requirements of Section 111 and shall be subject to review by the Building Official.
Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary. Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.
The engineering geology report required by Section J104.2.3 shall include an adequate description of the geology of the site, conclusions, and recommendations regarding the effect of geologic conditions on the proposed development, and an opinion on the adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading, as affected by geologic factors. The engineering geology report shall include a geologic map and cross sections utilizing the most recent grading plan as a base. All reports shall conform with the requirements of Section 111 and shall be subject to review by the Building Official. Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary. Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.
Exception: A geotechnical or engineering geology report is not required where the bBuilding code oOfficial determines that the nature of the work applied for is such that a report is not necessary.
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J104.4 Liquefaction study.
For sites with maximum considered earthquake spectral response accelerations at short periods (S s ) greater than 0.5g as determined by Chapter 11 of ASCE 7, a study of the liquefaction potential of the site shall be provided and the recommendations incorporated in the plans. A geotechnical investigation will be required when the proposed work is a "Project" as defined in Public Resources Code section 2693, and is located in an area designated as a "Seismic Hazard Zone" as defined in section 3722 of Title 14 of the Code of Regulations and on Seismic Hazard Zone Maps issued by the State Geologist under Public Resources Code section 2696.
Exception: A liquefaction study is not required where the bBuilding oOfficial determines from established local data that the liquefaction potential is low.
SECTION 75. Section J105 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J105 INSPECTIONS
J105.1 General.
Grading Iinspections shall be governed by Section 110, Chapter 1, Division II108 and as indicated herein. Grading operations for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the Building Official. In addition, professional inspection of grading operations shall be performed by the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, and the Engineering Geologist retained to provide such services in accordance with this Section for engineered grading and as required by the Building Official for regular grading.
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J105.2 Special and supplemental inspections.
The special inspection requirements of Section 1705.6 shall apply to work performed under a grading permit where required by the bBuilding oOfficial. In addition to the called inspections specified in Section J105.7, the Building Official may make such other inspections as may be deemed necessary to determine that the work is being performed in conformance with the requirements of this Code. The Building Official may require investigations and reports by an approved soil testing agency, Geotechnical Engineer and/or Engineering Geologist, and Field Engineer. Inspection reports shall be provided when requested in writing by the Building Official.
The Building Official may require continuous inspection of drainage devices by the Field Engineer in accordance with this Section when the Building Official determines that the drainage devices are necessary for the protection of the structures in accordance with Section 110.
J105.3 Field engineer.
The Field Engineer shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, oversee and coordinate all field surveys, including setting grade stakes, and provide site inspections during grading operations to ensure the site is graded in accordance with the approved grading plan and the appropriate requirements of this Code. During site grading, and at the completion of both rough grading and final grading, the Field Engineer shall submit statements and reports as required by Sections J105.11 and J105.12. If revised grading plans are required during the course of the work, they shall be prepared by a HOA.105556295.10 102
Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official.
J105.4 Geotechnical engineer.
The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, which shall include observation during grading and testing for required compaction. The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide sufficient observation during the preparation of the natural ground and placement and compaction of the fill to verify that such work is being performed in accordance with the conditions of the approved plan and the appropriate requirements of this Appendix. If conditions differing from the approved geotechnical e ngineering and engineering geology reports are encountered during grading, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide revised recommendations to the permittee, the Building Official, and the Field Engineer.
J105.5 Engineering geologist.
The Engineering Geologist shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, which shall include professional inspection of the bedrock excavation to determine if conditions encountered are in conformance with the approved report. If conditions differing from the approved engineering geology report are encountered, the Engineering Geologist shall provide revised recommendations to the Geotechnical Engineer.
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J105.6 Permittee.
The permittee shall be responsible for ensuring that the grading is performed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and in conformance with the provisions of this Code. The permittee shall engage project consultants, if required under the provisions of this Code, to provide professional inspections on a timely basis.
The permittee shall act as a coordinator between the project consultants, the contractor, and the Building Official. In the event of changed conditions, the permittee shall be responsible for informing the Building Official of such change and shall provide revised plans for approval.
J105.7 Required inspections.
The permittee shall call for and schedule an inspection by the Building Official at the following various stages of work and shall obtain the approval of the Building Official prior to proceeding to the next stage of work:
Pre-grade – Before any construction or grading activities occur at the site. The permittee shall ensure that all project consultants are present at the pre-grade inspection.
Initial grade – When the site has been cleared of vegetation and unapproved fill, and has been scarified, benched, or otherwise prepared for fill. No fill shall have been placed prior to this inspection.
Rough grade – When approximate final elevations have been established, drainage terraces, swales, and other drainage devices necessary for the protection of the building sites from flooding have been installed, berms have been installed at the HOA.105556295.10 104
top of the slopes, and the statements required by Section J105.12 have been received.
Final grade – When grading has been completed, all drainage devices necessary to drain the building pad have been installed, slope planting has been established, irrigation systems have been installed, and the as-built plans and required statements and reports have been submitted.
J105.8 Notification of noncompliance.
If, in the course of fulfilling their respective duties under this Appendix, the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist determines that the work is not being done in conformance with this Appendix or the approved grading plans, the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist shall immediately report, in writing, the discrepancies and the recommended corrective measures to the permittee and to the Building Official.
J105.9 Transfer of responsibility.
If the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist of record is changed at any time after the grading plans required pursuant to Section J104.2.2 or J104.2.3 have been approved by the Building Official, the permittee shall immediately provide written notice of such change to the Building Official. The Building Official may stop the grading from commencing or continuing until the permittee has identified a replacement and the replacement has agreed in writing to assume responsibility for those parts of the grading project that are within the replacement's area of technical competence.
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J105.10 Non-inspected grading.
No person shall own, use, occupy, or maintain any non-inspected grading. For the purposes of this Code, non-inspected grading shall be defined as any grading for which a grading permit was first obtained, pursuant to Section J103, above, but which has progressed beyond any point requiring inspection and approval by the Building Official without such inspection and approval having been obtained.
J105.11 Routine field inspections and reports.
Unless otherwise directed by the Building Official, the Field Engineer for all engineered grading projects shall prepare routine inspection reports and shall file these reports with the Building Official as follows:
1. Bi-weekly during all times when grading of 400 cubic yards or more per week is occurring on the site;
2. Monthly, at all other times; and
3. At any time when requested in writing by the Building Official.
Such reports shall certify to the Building Official that the Field Engineer has inspected the grading site and related activities and has found them in compliance with the approved grading plans and specifications, this Code, all grading permit conditions, and all other applicable ordinances and requirements. The reports shall conform to a standard "Report of Grading Activities" form, which shall be provided by the Building Official.
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J105.12 Completion of work.
Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, the following reports and drawings and supplements thereto are required for engineered grading or when professional inspection is otherwise required by the Building Official:
1. An "as-built" grading plan prepared by the Field Engineer retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.3 showing all plan revisions as approved by the Building Official. This shall include original ground surface elevations, as-built ground surface elevations, lot drainage patterns, and the locations and elevations of surface drainage facilities and the outlets of subsurface drains. As-built locations, elevations, and details of subsurface drains shall be shown as reported by the Geotechnical Engineer.
The as-built grading plan shall be accompanied by a certification by the Field Engineer that to the best of his or her knowledge, the work within the Field Engineer's area of responsibility was done in accordance with the final approved grading plan.
2. A report prepared by the Geotechnical Engineer retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.4, including locations and elevations of field density tests, summaries of field and laboratory tests, other substantiating data, and comments on any changes made during grading and their effect on the recommendations made in the approved geotechnical engineering investigation report.
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is in accordance with the approved geotechnical engineering report and applicable provisions of this Appendix. The report shall contain a finding regarding the safety of the completed grading and any proposed structures against hazard from landslide, settlement, or slippage.
3. A report prepared by the Engineering Geologist retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.5, including a final description of the geology of the site and any new information disclosed during the grading and the effect of such new information, if any, on the recommendations incorporated in the approved grading plan. The report shall contain a certification by the Engineering Geologist that, to the best of his or her knowledge, the work within the Engineering Geologist's area of responsibility is in accordance with the approved engineering geology report and applicable provisions of this Appendix. The report shall contain a finding regarding the safety of the completed grading and any proposed structures against hazard from landslide, settlement, or slippage. The report shall contain a final as-built geologic map and cross-sections depicting all the information collected prior to and during grading.
4. The grading contractor shall certify, on a form prescribed by the Building Official, that the grading conforms to said as-built plan and the approved specifications.
5. When a landscape permit is required by Section 490.1 of the California Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, the Landscape Architect shall certify on a form prescribed by the Building Official that the landscaping conforms to approved landscape plans and specifications.
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J105.13 Notification of completion.
The permittee shall notify the Building Official when the grading operation is ready for final inspection. Final approval shall not be given until all work, including installation of all drainage facilities and their protective devices, and all erosion-control measures, have been completed in accordance with the final approved grading plan, and all required reports have been submitted and approved.
J105.14 Change of ownership.
Unless otherwise required by the Building Official, when a grading permit has been issued on a site and the owner sells the property prior to final grading approval, the new property owner shall be required to obtain a new grading permit.
SECTION 76. Section J106.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
J106.1 Maximum cut slope.
The slope of cut surfaces shall be not steeper than is safe for the intended use, and shall be not more than one unit vertical in two units horizontal (50-percent slope) unless the owner or the owner's authorized agent furnishes a geotechnical or an engineering geology report, or both, justifying a steeper slope. The reports must contain a statement by the Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist that the site was investigated and an opinion that a steeper slope will be stable and will not create a hazard to public or private property, in conformance with the requirements of Section 111. The Building Official may require the slope of the cut surfaces to be flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope) if the Building Official finds it necessary for the stability and safety of the slope.
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Exceptions:
1. A cut surface shall be permitted to be at a slope of 1.5 units horizontal to one unit vertical (67-percent slope) provided that all of the following are met:
1.1. It is not intended to support structures or surcharges.
1.2. It is adequately protected against erosion.
1.3. It is no more than 8 feet (2438 mm) in height.
1.4. It is approved by the bBuilding code oOfficial.
1.5. Ground water is not encountered.
2. A cut surface in bedrock shall be permitted to be at a slope of 1 unit horizontal to 1 unit vertical (100 percent slope).
SECTION 77. Section J107 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J107 FILLS
J107.1 General.
Unless otherwise recommended in the geotechnical report, fills shall comply with the provisions of this sSection.
Exception: The Building Official may permit a deviation from the provisions of this Appendix for minor fills not intended to support structures, where no geotechnical report has been prepared.
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J107.2 Surface Preparation.
Fill slopes shall not be constructed on natural slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope). The ground surface shall be prepared to receive fill by removing vegetation, topsoil, and other unsuitable materials (including any existing fill that does not meet the requirements of this Appendix), and scarifying the ground to provide a bond with the fill material.
Subdrains shall be provided under all fills placed in natural drainage courses and in other locations where seepage is evident, except where the Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist recommends otherwise. Such sub-drainage systems shall be of a material and design approved by the Geotechnical Engineer and acceptable to the Building Official. The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide continuous inspection during the process of subdrain installations. The location of the subdrains shall be shown on a plan prepared by the Geotechnical Engineer. Excavations for the subdrains shall be inspected by the Engineering Geologist when such subdrains are included in the recommendations of the Engineering Geologist.
J107.3 Benching.
Where existing grade is at a slope steeper than one unit vertical in five units horizontal (20-percent slope) and the depth of the fill exceeds 5 feet (1524 mm), benching shall be provided into sound bedrock or other competent material as determined by the Geotechnical Engineer in accordance with Figure J107.3, or as determined by the Geotechnical Engineer. When fill is to be placed over a cut, Aa key shall be provided that is not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) in width and 2 feet (610 mm) in HOA.105556295.10 111
depth. The area beyond the toe of fill shall be sloped for sheet overflow or a paved drain shall be constructed thereon. The Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist, or both, shall inspect and approve the cut as being suitable for the foundation and placement of fill material before any fill material is placed on the excavation. . . .
J107.4 Fill material.
Fill material shall not include organic, frozen, or other deleterious materials. R ock or similar irreducible material greater than 12 inches (305 mm) in any dimension shall not be included in fills.
Exception: The Building Official may permit placement of larger rock when the Geotechnical Engineer properly devises and recommends a method of placement, and continuously inspects the placement and approves the fill stability. The following requirements shall also apply:
1. Prior to issuance of the grading permit, potential rock disposal areas shall be delineated on the grading plan.
2. Rock sizes greater than 12 inches (0.3 m) in maximum dimension shall be 10 feet (3.0 m) or more below grade, measured vertically.
3. Rocks shall be placed so as to assure filling of all voids with well-graded soil.
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4. The reports submitted by the Geotechnical Engineer shall acknowledge the placement of the oversized material and whether the work was performed in accordance with the engineer's recommendations and the approved plans.
5. The location of oversized rock dispersal areas shall be shown on the asbuilt plan.
J107.5 Compaction.
All fill material shall be compacted to a minimum of 90 percent of maximum density as determined by ASTM D1557, Modified Proctor, in lifts not exceeding 12 inches (305 mm) in depth within 40 feet (12.2 m) below finished grade and 93 percent of maximum dry density deeper than 40 feet (12.2 m) below finished grade, unless a lower relative compaction (not less than 90 percent of maximum dry density) is justified by the Geotechnical Engineer and approved by the Building Official. Where ASTM D 1557, Modified Proctor, is not applicable, a test acceptable to the Building Official shall be used.
Field density shall be determined by a method acceptable to the Building Official.
However, not less than ten percent of the required density tests, uniformly distributed, shall be obtained by the Sand Cone Method.
Fill slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope) shall be constructed by the placement of soil a sufficient distance beyond the proposed finish slope to allow compaction equipment to operate at the outer surface limits of the final slope surface. The excess fill is to be removed prior to completion or rough grading. Other construction procedures may be utilized when it is first shown to the HOA.105556295.10 113
satisfaction of the Building Official that the angle of slope, construction method, and other factors will comply with the intent of this Section.
J107.6 Maximum slope.
The slope of fill surfaces shall be not steeper than is safe for the intended use.
Fill slopes steeper than one unit vertical in two units horizontal (50-percent slope) shall be justified by a geotechnical reports or engineering dataconforming to the requirements of Section 111, containing a statement by the Geotechnical Engineer that the site has been investigated and an opinion that a steeper fill slope will be stable and will not create a hazard to public or private property. Substantiating calculations and supporting data may be required where the Building Official determines that such information is necessary to verify the stability and safety of the proposed slope. The Building Official may require the fill slope to be constructed with a face flatter in slope than 2 units hor izontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope) if the Building Official finds it necessary for stability and safety of the slope.
J107.7 Slopes to receive fill.
Where fill is to be placed above the top of an existing slope steeper than 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33-percent slope), the toe of the fill shall be set back from the top edge of the existing slope a minimum distance of 6 feet (1.8 m) measured horizontally or such other distance as may be specifically recommended by a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist and approved by the Building Official.
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J107.8 Inspection of fill.
For engineered grading, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide sufficient inspections during the preparation of the natural ground and the placement and compaction of the fill to ensure that the work is performed in accordance with the conditions of plan approval and the appropriate requirements of this Appendix. In addition to the above, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide continuous inspection during the entire fill placement and compaction of fills that will exceed a vertical height or depth of 30 feet (9.1 m) or result in a slope surface steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope).
J107.9 Testing of fills.
Sufficient tests of the fill soils shall be made to determine the density and to verify compliance of the soil properties with the design requirements. This includes soil types and shear strengths in accordance with Section J111 Referenced Standards.
SECTION 78. Section J108 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J108 SETBACKS
J108.1 General.
Cut and fill slopes shall be set back from the property lines in accordance with this sSection. Setback dimensions shall be measured perpendicular to the property line and shall be as shown in Figure J108.1, unless substantiating data is submitted justifying reduced setbacks, and reduced setbacks are recommended in a geotechnical engineering and engineering geology report approved by the Building Official.
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J108.2 Top of slope
The setback at the top of a cut slope shall be not less than that shown in Figure J108.1, or than is required to accommodate any required interceptor drains, whichever is greater. For graded slopes, the property line between adjacent lots shall be at the apex of the berm at the top of the slope. Property lines between adjacent lots shall not be located on a graded slope steeper than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20- percent slope).
J108.3 Toe of fill Sslope protection.
The setback from the toe of a fill slope shall not be less than that shown by F igure J108.1. Where required to protect adjacent properties at the toe of a slope from adverse effects of the grading, additional protection, approved by the bBuilding oOfficial, shall be included. Examples of such protection may include but shall not be limited to:
1. Setbacks greater than those required by Figure J108.1.
2. Provisions for retaining walls or similar construction.
3. Erosion protection of the fill slopes.
4. Provision for the control of surface waters.
J108.4 Alternate setbacks.
The Building Official may approve alternate setbacks if he or she determines that no hazard to life or property will be created or increased. The Building Official may require an investigation and recommendation by a qualified engineer or Engineering Geologist to justify any proposed alternate setback.
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SECTION 79. Figure J108.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
FIGURE J108.1
DRAINAGESETBACK DIMENSIONS
SECTION 80. Section J109 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J109 DRAINAGE AND TERRACING
J109.1 General.
Unless otherwise recommended by a registered design professionallicensed Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official, drainage facilities and terracing shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of this sSection J109.2 for all cut and fill slopes 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33-percent slope) and steeper.
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EXCEPTION: Drainage facilities and terracing need not be provided where the ground slope is not steeper than one unit vertical in three units horizontal (33-percent slope).
For slopes flatter than 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33-percent slope) and steeper than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20-percent slope), a paved swale or ditch shall be installed at 30-foot (9.1 m) vertical intervals to control surface drainage and debris. Swales shall be sized based on contributory area and have adequate capacity to convey intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5. Swales must be paved with reinforced concrete not less than 3 inches (0.08 m ) in thickness, reinforced with 6-inch (0.2 m) by 6-inch (0.2 m) No. 10 by No. 10 welded wire fabric or equivalent reinforcing centered in the concrete slab or an equivalent approved by the Building Official. Swales must have a minimum flow line depth of 1 foot (0.3 m) and a minimum paved width of 18 inches (0.5 m). Swales shall have a minimum gradient of not less than 5 percent. There shall be no reduction in grade along the direction of flow unless the velocity of flow is such that slope debris will remain in suspension on the reduced grade.
J109.2 Drainage Tterraces.
Drainage Tterraces not less than 6 feet (1829 mm)8 feet (2.4 m) in width shall be established at not more than 30-foot (9144 mm) vertical intervals on all cut or fill slopes to control surface drainage and debris. Suitable access shall be provided to allow for cleaning and maintenance.
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approximately mid-height, shall be at least 12 feet (3658 mm) in width.
Swales or ditches shall be provided on terraces. They shall have a minimum gradient of one unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope) and shall be paved with concrete not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in thickness, or with other materials suitable to the application. They shall have a depth not less than 12 inches (305 mm) and a width not less than 5 feet (1524 mm).
A single run of swale or ditch shall not collect runoff from a tributary area exceeding 13,500 square feet (1256 m2) (projected) without discharging into a down drainWhen only one terrace is required, it shall be at mid-height. For cut or fill slopes greater than 100 feet (30.5 m) and up to 120 feet (36.6 m) in vertical height, one terrace at approximately mid-height shall be 20 feet (6.1 m) in width. Terrace widths and spacing for cut and fill slopes greater than 120 feet (36.6 m) in height shall be designed by the Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official. Suitable access shall be provided to permit proper cleaning and maintenance.
Drainage swales on terraces shall have a longitudinal grade of not less than 5 percent nor more than 12 percent and a minimum depth of 1 foot (0.3 m) at the flow line. There shall be no reduction in grade along the direction of flow unless the velocity of flow is such that slope debris will remain in suspension on the reduced grade.
Drainage swales must be paved with reinforced concrete not less than 3 inches (0.8 m) in thickness, reinforced with 6-inch (0.2 m) by 6-inch (0.2 m) No. 10 by No. 10 welded wire fabric or equivalent reinforcing centered in the concrete slab or an approved equal paving. Drainage swales shall have a minimum depth at the deepest point of 1 foot ( HOA.105556295.10 119
0.3 m) and a minimum paved width of 5 feet (1.5 m). Drainage swales on terraces shall be sized based on contributory area and have adequate capacity to convey intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5. Downdrains or drainage outlets shall be provided at approximately 300 foot (91.4 m) intervals along the drainage terrace or at equivalent locations. Down drains and drainage outlets shall be of approved materials and of adequate capacity to convey the intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5.
J109.3 Interceptor drains and overflow protection.
Berms, Iinterceptor drains, swales, or other devices shall be installed along the top of cut slopes receiving drainage from a tributary width greater than 40 feet (12 192 mm), measured horizontallyto prevent surface waters from overflowing onto and damaging the face of a slope. Berms used for slope protection shall not be less than 12 inches (0.3 m) above the level of the pad and shall slope back at least 4 feet (1.2 m) from the top of the slope.
Interceptor drains shall be installed along the top of graded slopes greater than 5 feet in height receiving drainage from a slope with a tributary width greater than 30 feet (9.1 m), measured horizontally. They shall have a minimum depth of 1 foot (305 mm) and a minimum width of 3 feet (915 mm). The slope shall be approved by the bBuilding oOfficial, but shall be not less than one unit vertical in 50 units horizontal (2-percent slope). The drain shall be paved with concrete not less than 3 inches (76mm) in thickness, or by other materials suitable to the application, and reinforced as required for drainage terraces. Discharge from the drain shall be accomplished in a manner to HOA.105556295.10 120
prevent erosion and shall be approved by the bBuilding oOfficial. . . .
J109.5 Disposal.
All drainage facilities shall be designed to convey waters to the nearestpracticable street, storm drain, or natural watercourse or drainage way approved by the Building Official or other appropriate governmental agency, provided that the discharge of such waters at that location will not create or increase a hazard to life or property.
Erosion of the ground in the area of discharge shall be prevented by installation of nonerosive down drains or other devices. Desilting basins, filter barriers, or other methods, as approved by the Building Official, shall be utilized to remove sediments from surface waters before such waters are allowed to enter streets, storm drains, or natural watercourses. If the drainage device discharges onto natural ground, riprap or a similar energy dissipator may be required.
Building pads shall have a minimum drainage gradient of 2 percent toward an approved drainage facility or a public street unless otherwise directed by the Building Official. A lesser slope may be approved by the Building Official for sites graded in relatively flat terrain, or where special drainage provisions are made, when the Building Official finds such modification will not result in a hazard to life or property.
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SECTION 81. Section J110 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J110 SLOPE PLANTING AND EROSION CONTROL
J110.1 General.
The faces of cut and fill slopes shall be prepared and maintained to control erosion. This control shall be permitted to consist of effective planting, erosion control blankets, soil stabilizers, or other means as approved by the Building Official.
Exception: Erosion control measures need not be provided on cut slopes not subject to erosion due to the erosion-resistant character of the materials, as approved by the Project Consultants to the satisfaction of the Building Official. . . .
J110.3 Planting.
The surface of all cut slopes more than 5 feet (1.5 m) in height and fill slopes more than 3 feet (0.9 m) in height shall be protected against damage from erosion by planting with grass or ground cover plants. Slopes exceeding 15 feet (4.6 m) in vertical height shall also be planted with shrubs, spaced at not to exceed 10 feet (3 m) on center, or trees, spaced at not to exceed 20 feet (6.1 m) on center; or a combination of shrubs and trees at an equivalent spacing, in addition to grass or ground cover plants.
The plants selected and planting methods used shall be suitable for the soil and climatic conditions of the site.
Plant material shall be selected that will produce a coverage of permanent planting to effectively control erosion. Consideration shall be given to deep-rooted plant material needing limited watering, maintenance, high root to shoot ratio, wind HOA.105556295.10 122
susceptibility, and fire-retardant characteristics. All plant materials must be approved by the Building Official.
Planting may be modified for the site if specific recommendations are provided by both the Geotechnical Engineer and a Landscape Architect. Specific recommendations must consider soils and climatic conditions, irrigation requirements, planting methods, fire-retardant characteristics, water efficiency, maintenance needs, and other regulatory requirements. Recommendations must include a finding that the alternative planting will provide a permanent and effective method of erosion control. Modifications to planting must be approved by the Building Official prior to installation.
J110.4 Irrigation.
Slopes required to be planted by Section J110.3 shall be provided with an approved system of irrigation that is designed to cover all portions of the slope.
Irrigation system plans shall be submitted to and approved by the Building Official prior to installation. A functional test of the system may be required.
For slopes less than 20 feet (6.1 m) in vertical height, hose bibs to permit hand watering will be acceptable if such hose bibs are installed at conveniently accessible locations where a hose no longer than 50 feet (15.2 m) is necessary for irrigation.
Irrigation requirements may be modified for the site if specific recommendations are provided by both the Geotechnical Engineer and a Landscape Architect. Specific recommendations must consider soils and climatic conditions, plant types, planting methods, fire-retardant characteristics, water efficiency, maintenance needs, and other regulatory requirements. Recommendations must include a finding that the alternative HOA.105556295.10 123
irrigation method will sustain the proposed planting and provide a permanent and effective method of erosion control. Modifications for irrigation systems must be approved by the Building Official prior to installation.
J110.5 Plans and specifications.
Planting and irrigation plans shall be submitted for slopes that are required to be planted and irrigated pursuant to Sections J110.3 and J110.4. Except as otherwise required by the Building Official for minor grading, the plans for slopes 20 feet (6.1 m) or more in vertical height shall be prepared and signed by a Civil Engineer or Landscape A rchitect. If requested by the Building Official, planting and irrigation details shall be included on the grading plan.
J110.6 Rodent control.
Fill slopes shall be protected from potential slope damage by a preventative program of rodent control.
J110.7 Release of security.
The planting and irrigation systems required by this Section shall be installed as soon as practical after rough grading. Prior to final approval of grading and before the release of the grading security, the planting shall be well established and growing on the slopes, and there shall be evidence of an effective rodent control program.
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J110.8 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) compliance.
J110.8.1 General.
All grading plans and permits and the owner of any property on which such grading is performed shall comply with the provisions of this Section for NPDES compliance.
All best management practices shall be installed before grading begins or as instructed in writing by the Building Official for unpermitted grading as defined by Section J103.3. As grading progresses, all best management practices shall be updated as necessary to prevent erosion and to control construction-related pollutants from discharging from the site. All best management practices shall be maintained in good working order to the satisfaction of the Building Official until final grading approval has been granted by the Building Official and all permanent drainage and erosion control systems, if required, are in place. Failure to comply with this Section is subject to "Noncompliance Penalties" pursuant to Section J110.8.5. Payment of a penalty shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this Code in the execution of the work.
J110.8.2 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
The Building Official may require a SWPPP. The SWPPP shall contain details of best management practices, including desilting basins or other temporary drainage or control measures, or both, as may be necessary to control construction-related pollutants that originate from the site as a result of construction-related activities. When HOA.105556295.10 125
the Building Official requires a SWPPP, no grading permit shall be issued until the SWPPP has been submitted to and approved by the Building Official.
For unpermitted grading as defined by Section J103.3, upon written request, a SWPPP in compliance with the provisions of this Section and Section 106.4.3 for NPDES compliance shall be submitted to the Building Official. Failure to comply with this Section is subject to "Noncompliance Penalties" per Section J110.8.5. Payment of a penalty shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this Code in the execution of the work.
J110.8.3 Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (ESCP).
Where a grading permit is issued and the Building Official determines that the grading will not be completed prior to November 1, the owner of the site on which the grading is being performed shall, on or before October 1, file or cause to be filed with the Building Official an ESCP. The ESCP shall include specific best management practices to minimize the transport of sediment and protect public and private property from the effects of erosion, flooding, or the deposition of mud, debris, or constructionrelated pollutants. The best management practices shown on the ESCP shall be installed on or before October 15. The plans shall be revised annually or as required by the Building Official to reflect the current site conditions.
The ESCP shall be accompanied by an application for plan checking services and plan-checking fees in an amount determined by the Building Official, up to but not exceeding 10 percent of the original grading permit fee.
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Failure to comply with this Section is subject to "Noncompliance Penalties" pursuant to Section J110.8.5. Payment of a penalty shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this Code in the execution of the work.
J110.8.4 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), effect of noncompliance.
Should the owner fail to submit the SWPPP or the ESCP as required by Section J110.8, or fail to install the best management practices, it shall be deemed that a default has occurred under the conditions of the grading permit security. The Building Official may thereafter enter the property for the purpose of installing, by County forces or by other means, the drainage, erosion control, and other devices shown on the approved plans, or if there are no approved plans, as the Building Official may deem necessary to protect adjoining property from the effects of erosion, flooding, or the deposition of mud, debris, or constructed-related pollutants.
The Building Official shall also have the authority to impose and collect the penalties imposed by Section J110.8.5. Payment of a penalty shall not relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this Code in the execution of the work.
J110.8.5 Noncompliance penalties.
The amount of the penalties shall be as follows:
1. If a SWPPP or an ESCP is not submitted as prescribed in Sections J110.8.2 and J110.8.3:
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Grading Permit Volume Penalty
1-10,000 cubic yards (1-7645.5 m 3 ) $50.00 per day
10,001-100,000 cubic yards (7646.3-76455 m 3 ) $250.00 per day More than 100,000 cubic yards (76455 m 3 ) $500.00 per day
2. If the best management practices for storm water pollution prevention and wet weather erosion control, as approved by the Building Official, are not installed as prescribed in this Section J110.8:
Grading Permit Volume Penalty
1-10,000 cubic yards (1-7645.5 m 3 ) $100.00 per day
10,001-100,000 cubic yards (7646.3-76455 m 3 ) $250.00 per day More than 100,000 cubic yards (76455 m 3 ) $500.00 per day NOTE: See Section 108 for inspection request requirements.
SECTION 82. Section J111 is hereby amended to read as follows:
SECTION J111 REFERENCED STANDARDS
J111.1 General. See Table J111.1 for standards that are referenced in various sections of this appendix. Standards are listed by the standard identification with the effective date, standard title, and the section or sections of this appendix that reference the standard.
TABLE J111.1 – REFERENCED STANDARDS
ASTM D1557-12E1 Test Method for Laboratory Compaction
Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort
[56,000 ft-lb/ft 3 (2,700kN-m/m 3 )].
J 107.5
ASCE/SEI 7-22 Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures
J104.4
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These regulations establish minimum standards and are not intended to prevent the use of alternate materials, methods, or means of conforming to such standards, provided such alternate has been approved by the Building Official.
The Building Official shall approve such an alternate provided they determine that the alternate is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this Code in quality, strength, effectiveness, durability, and safety.
The Building Official shall require that sufficient evidence or proof be submitted to substantiate any claims regarding the alternate.
The standards listed below are recognized standards. Compliance with these recognized standards shall be prima facie evidence of compliance with the standards set forth in Sections J104 and J107.
ASTM D 1557
– Latest
Revision
Laboratory Characteristics Compaction of Soil Using
Modified Effort J107.5
ASTM D 1556
– Latest
Revision
Density and Unit Weight of Soils In Place by the
Sand Cone Method
J104.2.3,
J104.3 and
J107.9
ASTM D 2167
– Latest
Revision
Density and Unit Weight of Soils In Place by the
Rubber Balloon Method
J104.2.3
J104.3 and
J107.9
ASTM D 2937
– Latest
Revision
Density of Soils in Place by the Drive Cylinder
Method
J104.2.3
J104.3 and
J107.9
ASTM D 2922
– Latest
Revision
Density of Soil and Soil Aggregate In Place by
Nuclear Methods
J104.2.3
J104.3 and
J107.9
ASTM D 3017
– Latest
Revision
Water Content of Soil and Rock in Place by
Nuclear Methods
J104.2.3,
J104.3 and
J107.9
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SECTION 83. Section Q101.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q101.1 Scope.
This appendix shall be applicableapplies to emergency housing and emergency housing facilities, as defined in Section Q102, when and to the extent that the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors ("Board") finds, by motion, resolution, or otherwise, that this appendix applies to a specific state of emergency, local emergency, or declaration of shelter crisis.
SECTION 84. Section Q102.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q102.1 General.
. . .
ENFORCING AGENCY. The Building Official as defined in Section 104.3 of this Code.
. . .
SECTION 85. Section Q103.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q103.1 General.
Emergency sleeping cabins, emergency transportable housing units, membrane structures and tents constructed and/or assembled in accordance with this appendix, shall be occupied only during the duration of the declaration of state of emergency, local emergency, or shelter crisis.
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SECTION 86. Section Q103.4 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q103.4 Fire and life safety requirements not addressed in this appendix.
If not otherwise addressed in this appendix, fire and life safety measures, including, but not limited to, means of egress, fire separation, fire sprinklers, smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide alarms, shall be determined and enforced by the enforcing agency in consultation with the County Departments of Public Health, Fire, and other pertinent County departments, as applicable.
SECTION 87. Section Q106.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q106.1 General.
. . .
Tents and membrane structures shall be provided with means of ventilation (natural and/or mechanical) allowing for adequate air replacement, as determined by the enforcing agency.
SECTION 88. Section Q107.1 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q107.1 General.
Emergency housing shall comply with the applicable requirements in Chapter 11B and/or the US Access Board Final Guidelines for Emergency Transportable Housing as determined by the enforcing agency.
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SECTION 89. Section Q110.1.1 is hereby added to read as follows:
Q110.1.1 Backflow prevention.
Backflow prevention devices shall be provided in accordance with Section 602.3 of the Plumbing Code.
SECTION 90. Section Q110.1.2 is hereby added to read as follows:
Q110.1.2 Drinking fountains.
An adequate number of drinking fountains, bottle fillers, or drinking facilities shall be provided as determined by the enforcing agency.
SECTION 91 Section Q110.3 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Q110.3 Toilet and bathing facilities.
. . .
The maximum travel distance from any sleeping and/or living area to the toilet facility shall not exceed 300 feet (91.4 m) or as determined by the enforcing agency.
SECTION 92. The provisions of this ordinance contain various changes, modifications, and additions to the 2025 California Building Code. Some of those changes are administrative in nature in that they do not constitute changes or modifications to requirements contained in the building standards published in the California Building Standards Code.