CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
May 21, 2025
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural and Design Review Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 21, 2025 / 1:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos Staff Present: Cindy Gordon, Minjee Hahm, Ally Majka, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Chair Meyer advised that he has a financial interest in real properties less than 500 feet from the project at 9550 South Santa Monica Boulevard, but because those interests face different streets, he does not believe there will be a material impact. Additionally, he has a financial interest in other real properties located more than 500 feet but less than 1,000 feet from the project site, and has considered whether the proposed project would change the Development potential; Income producing potential; Highest and best use; Character by substantially altering traffic levels, intensity of use, parking, view, privacy, noise levels, or air quality; or Market value of the real G-1
Architectural and Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 21, 2025
property in which he has a financial interest. Based on the nature of the proposed project, he finds that it would not change any of the previously stated factors, and thus will participate in the consideration of the matter.
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting of April 16, 2025.
2. 9550 SOUTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD
Everbank (PL2500161)
Request for approval of a Sign Accommodation to allow multiple business identification signs and a projecting sign. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to adopt Consent Calendar items #1 and #2 as presented (3- 0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 128 SOUTH CARSON ROAD
New Single-Family Residence (PL2500017)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the city, south of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA. Continued from the April 16, 2025 Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Aram Construction Company
Project Representatives: Tilted by Design LLC.
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Devlin, SECONDED by Chair Meyer to adopt the resolution as amended, with final approval of the landscape plans to be granted by Commissioner Devlin (3-0-2).
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AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
4. 155 NORTH STANLEY DRIVE
New Single-Family Residence (PL2500147)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the city, south of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Isaac Davidi
Project Representatives: Hamid Gabbay – Gabbay Architects Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Chair Meyer, SECONDED by Commissioner Daniels to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
5. 207 SOUTH HAMEL DRIVE
New Single-Family Residence (PL)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the city, south of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Hamel Park LLC
Project Representatives: Atabak Youssefzadeh – Metropolis Architecture Public Input: Zach Gingold
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Devlin, SECONDED by Commissioner Daniels to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).
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AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
6. 121 NORTH LE DOUX ROAD
New Single-Family Residence (PL2500145)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the City, south of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Massoud Nassi
Project Representatives: Atabak Youssefzadeh – Metropolis Architecture Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to continue the item to the June 18, 2025 Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
7. 304 SOUTH CANON DRIVE
New Single-Family Residence (PL2500148)
Request for an R-1 Design Review Permit to allow the construction of a new two-story singlefamily residence located in the Central Area of the city, north of Santa Monica Boulevard.
Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: David Namvar
Project Representatives: Atabak Youssefzadeh - Metropolis Architecture Public Input: Josh Goldstine
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Chair Meyer to continue the item to the June 18, 2025 Architectural and Design Review Commission regular meeting (3-0-2).
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AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
8. 8800 BURTON WAY
New Mixed Use Building (PL2500140)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a new six-story, 24-unit mixed use development building. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Minjee Hahm, AICP, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: Farhad Ashofteh
Project Representatives: Farhad Ashofteh, Murray D. Fischer Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Devlin, Chair Meyer
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Smooke, Vice Chair Pynoos
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Commissioner Devlin inquired about the status of the upcoming vacancy for his position as the Licensed Landscape Architect on the Commission.
• Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting
o Chair Meyer provided brief updates from the Mayor’s Cabinet meeting; meeting video is available online.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Principal Planner Cindy Gordon advised the Commission of the following:
Architectural and Design Review Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis May 21, 2025
o At its formal meeting on Tuesday, May 20, the City Council considered the draft ordinance regarding portable and blade signage. After discussion, the item was tabled for possible future consideration, with no current action taken. o As a reminder, a special meeting of the Architectural and Design Review Commission will take place on Wednesday, May 28, with four projects scheduled for consideration. o In observance of Memorial Day, City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 26. o The Planning Division recently welcomed new associate Planner Sevag Sassounian to the team.
9. 2025 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 21, 2025 / 5:07 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
SYNOPSIS
May 22, 2025
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 22, 2025 / 1:31 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Vice Chair Wolfe Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan Staff Present: Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Chloe Chen, Edgar Arroyo, Karen Myron, David Snow, Josette Descalzo, Amanda Grossman, Arlen Eskandari
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair, the agenda was approved as presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of April 10, 2025.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Milkowski, SECONDED by Vice Chair Wolfe to adopt the minutes as presented (2-0-2-1).
AYES: Commissioner Milkowski, Vice Chair Wolfe
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May 22, 2025
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Ross
CARRIED
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission special meeting of May 1, 2025.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the minutes as presented (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Vice Chair Wolfe
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 410 DABNEY LANE
Zone Text Amendment and Trousdale R-1 Permit (PL2200271) Request for a Zone Text Amendment to amend Beverly Hills Municipal Code Sections 10-3- 2603 and -2604, -2616D, and -2650 to allow the construction of stairs, retaining walls, and grading for walking and maintenance paths in areas located beyond an existing level pad, construction of opaque walls up to 6’-0” in height within the front yard setback through a Trousdale R-1 Permit process, and a request for a Trousdale R-1 Permit to allow the construction of stairs, retaining walls and grading off of the level pad at the rear of the property at 410 Dabney Lane, along with the construction of a 6’-0” opaque fence within the front yard setback. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA. This item was continued from the April 24, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Edgar Arroyo, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: Philip Sarofim
Project Representatives: Ronald Richards, Law Offices of Ronald Richards & Associates; Tom Levyn
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to continue the item to a date uncertain (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Vice Chair Wolfe
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May 22, 2025
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan
CARRIED
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
4. A DRAFT ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AMENDING THE BEVERLY
HILLS MUNICIPAL CODE TO REPEAL RESIDENTIAL FRONT YARD SYNTHETIC TURF ALLOWANCES, ADOPT A 15-YEAR PHASE-OUT (AMORTIZATION) PERIOD FOR THE
REMOVAL OF EXISTING PERMITTED FRONT YARD SYNTHETIC TURF
INSTALLATIONS, AND FIND THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
The Planning Commission will consider a draft ordinance to amend the City’s regulations to prohibit synthetic turf in required residential front yard areas. The ordinance would phase out existing permitted synthetic turf installations over a 15-year period and encourage droughttolerant planting alternatives.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Patrick Achis, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: City Initiated
Public Input: Myung-Soo Seok – Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36, Jessica Flagg, Dianne Woelke – Safe Healthy Playing Fields, Inc.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Milkowski, SECONDED by
Commissioner Ross to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Demeter, Vice Chair Wolfe, Chair Kaplan
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
5. REACH CODE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION AND SUBSTANTIAL REMODELS Staff will present a report to introduce Building and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (EVI) Reach Codes to the Planning Commission.
Staff Presenters: Amanda Grossman, Sustainability Program Administrator Josette Descalzo, Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Manager
Arlen Eskandari, City Building Official
Public Input: None
Planning Commission Regular Meeting Synopsis
May 22, 2025
The Commission received the staff report and asked questions but took no formal action on this item. It is anticipated to return to the Commission later this year for further discussion and potential recommendation.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• City Planner Updates
o City Planner Masa Alkire advised the Commission of the following:
• The Planning Division recently welcomed new Associate Planner Sevag Sassounian to the team
• At its formal meeting on Tuesday, May 20, the City Council considered the proposed ordinance regarding portable signage and blade signage regulations, which had recently been recommended by the Planning Commission. After discussion, the City Council tabled the discussion; the matter may return for consideration in the future.
5. Current Development Projects List
o Received and filed
6. 2025 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 22, 2025 / 2:48 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN REVIEW COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
SYNOPSIS
May 28, 2025
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Architectural and Design Review Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: May 28, 2025 / 1:32 PM
Commission Specialist Karen Myron called the meeting to order, and advised that, in accordance with Section 7 of the Commission Rules of Procedure, due to the absence of both the Vice Chair and the Chair, the Commissioners in attendance are asked to elect a Temporary/Acting Chair.
The Commissioners unanimously selected Commissioner Devlin to serve as Temporary/Acting Chair.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Daniels, Smooke, Acting Chair Devlin Commissioners Absent: Vice Chair Pynoos, Chair Meyer (recused) Staff Present: Cindy Gordon, Ally Majka, Karen Myron
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Acting Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as presented.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. 9390 NORTH SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD
The Wallis (PL2500168)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a modification to an existing sign program to allow an additional ground sign. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Commissioner Devlin to adopt Consent Calendar item #1 as presented (3-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Smooke, Acting Chair Devlin NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Chair Pynoos
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
2. 329 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Brilliant Earth (PL2500167)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel, business identification signage, a Sign Accommodation to allow a projecting sign, and a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Brilliant Earth
Project Representatives: Glassman Planning Associates; Sarah Simchuk, Jill Seiler Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Smooke, SECONDED by Commissioner Daniels to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Smooke, Acting Chair Devlin NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Chair Pynoos
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RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
3. 401 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Chanel et Moi and La Sirène (PL2500169)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel, business identification signage, a Sign Accommodation to allow a projecting sign, and a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: Chanel Inc.
Project Representatives: Law Offices of Murray D. Fischer; Chun-Po Chang, Maori Hughes Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Acting Chair Devlin to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Smooke, Acting Chair Devlin NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Chair Pynoos
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
4. 301 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Sant Ambroeus (PL2500176)
Request for approval of an architectural review for a façade remodel, business identification signage, awning signage, and a construction barricade with lifestyle graphics . Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Architectural and Design Review Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Ally Majka, Associate Planner
Project Applicant: George Kelly
Project Representatives: Kelly Architects
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Daniels, SECONDED by Commissioner Smooke to adopt the resolution as amended (3-0-1-1).
AYES: Commissioners Daniels, Smooke, Acting Chair Devlin NOES: None
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ABSENT: Vice Chair Pynoos
RECUSED: Chair Meyer
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
• Commissioner Devlin advised that he will not be extending his term on the Commission, and his last meeting will be on June 18.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• Principal Planner Cindy Gordon thanked the Commissioners for making themselves available to participate in today’s special meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: May 28, 2025 / 3:15 PM
CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
Room 280A
455 North Rexford Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
In-Person / Telephonic / Video Conference Meeting
PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
SYNOPSIS
June 10, 2025
1:30 PM
Recordings of the Planning Commission’s meetings are available online at www.beverlyhills.org
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Date/Time: June 10, 2025 / 1:32 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Demeter, Vice Chair Wolfe, Chair Kaplan
Commissioners Absent: None
Staff Present: Masa Alkire, Cindy Gordon, Andre Sahakian, Chloe Chen, Ray Balderas, Alvaro Gomez, Debra Kanode, Karen Myron, David Snow, Robert Welch, Daren Grilley, Brandy Gros
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the Agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. By State law, the Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the Agenda.
Public Input: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By Order of the Chair and absent objection from the Commission, the agenda was approved as amended, taking items #4 (Capital Improvement Project Review) and #5 (414 North Beverly Drive) ahead of item #3 (9600 Wilshire Boulevard Specific Plan Project).
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting of May 5, 2025.
Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
June 10, 2025
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the minutes as presented (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Chair Kaplan
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Demeter, Vice Chair Wolfe
CARRIED
2. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES
Consideration of Minutes of the Planning Commission special meeting of May 22, 2025.
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Ross, SECONDED by Vice Chair Wolfe to adopt the minutes as presented (3-0-2).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Vice Chair Wolfe
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Demeter, Chair Kaplan
CARRIED
REPORTS FROM PRIORITY AGENCIES
None
Taken Out of Order
PLANNING COMMISSION / BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS / PLANNING AGENCY PUBLIC HEARINGS – NEW BUSINESS
4. PLANNING AGENCY REVIEW OF CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FOR
CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN
Adopt a resolution finding the 2025/26 – 2029/30 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the City’s General Plan.
Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Debra Kanode, Assistant Planner
Project Applicant: City-Initiated
Public Input: None
Subsequent to the staff report, Utilities General Manager Robert Welch, Assistant Director of Public Works / City Engineer Daren Grilley, and Budget Manager Brandy Gros provided clarifying information and answered questions from the Commission.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Wolfe, SECONDED by Commissioner Ross to adopt the resolution as presented (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Demeter, Vice Chair Wolfe, Chair Kaplan
Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
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NOES: None
CARRIED
5. 414 NORTH BEVERLY DRIVE
Development Plan Review (PL2300543)
Request for a Development Plan Review to allow the construction of a new three-story commercial building. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Planning Commission will also consider finding the project exempt from further review under CEQA.
Ex Parte Communications: Vice Chair Wolfe disclosed briefly meeting with members of the applicant team at the project site, and advised he remains open-minded on the matter.
Project Planner: Ray Balderas, Principal Planner
Project Applicant: 414 Beverly Hills LLC
Project Representatives: Thomas Levyn, Glaser Weil Fink Howard Jordan & Shapiro, LLP Christopher Rallo, Crest Real Estate
Public Input: None
Motion: MOVED by Commissioner Demeter, SECONDED by
Commissioner Milkowski to adopt the resolution as amended (5-0).
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Demeter, Vice Chair Wolfe, Chair Kaplan
NOES: None
CARRIED
Return to Order
Citing a family member’s financial interest in the project, Commissioner Demeter recused from item #3 and left the meeting at 2:24 PM.
The Commission took a recess at 2:24 PM
The Commission reconvened at 2:33 PM
CONTINUED BUSINESS
3. 9570, 9588-9596, 9600-9610, and 9620 WILSHIRE BOULEVARD; 128 SOUTH BEDFORD DRIVE; 120, 121 SOUTH PECK DRIVE; AND 125-133 SOUTH CAMDEN DRIVE (9600
WILSHIRE BOULEVARD SPECIFIC PLAN PROJECT)
General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan, Zone Text and Map Amendments, Conceptual Plan, Vesting Tentative Tract Map, Encroachment Permit, Master Plan of Streets Amendment, Development Agreement and Final Environmental Impact Report (PL2200266)
A request for a new specific plan to allow the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the Saks Fifth Avenue Women’s Building, retention of the 9570 Wilshire commercial building, and development of new residential, retail, office, hospitality, social club, boutique hotel, open Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
June 10, 2025
space, and related uses throughout the project site. Pursuant to the provisions set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act, the Commission will also consider a Final Environmental Impact Report. (Continued from the May 1, 2025 Planning Commission Special Meeting) Ex Parte Communications: None
Project Planner: Alvaro Gomez, AICP, Senior Planner
Project Applicant: HBC / Street-Works Development
Project Representatives: Doug Adams – Street-Works Development; Jonathan Chambers – Gibson Transportation Consultants
Public Input: Heather Fels, Bobbe Fels, Richard Burns – Carpenters Western States, Jeff Bree – Local 433, Nate Brotton – Local 709 Sprinkler Fitters, Godfrey Wachira – CREED LA, Gus Torres – UA Local Pipefitters 255, Lori Goldman, Ken Goldman – Southwest
Homeowners Association, David Gottlieb, Kelilah Federman – CREED LA, Michael Safonov, Joseph Gabbaian, Mitchell
Thielemann – SAFER, Law Offices of Mitchell Tsai on behalf of Western State Regional Council of Carpenters, Cindy Norian, Michael Murphy
The Commission took a recess at 6:23 PM.
The Commission reconvened at 6:35 PM.
After questions and discussion, the Commission directed staff to prepare draft resolutions for the Commission’s consideration at the July 24, 2025 Planning Commission meeting.
Motion: MOVED by Vice Chair Wolfe, SECONDED Commissioner Ross by to continue this item to the July 24, 2025 Planning Commission regular meeting (4-0-1)
AYES: Commissioners Milkowski, Ross, Vice Chair Wolfe, Chair Kaplan NOES: None
RECUSED: Commissioner Demeter
CARRIED
STUDY SESSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COMMISSION
None
COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF
• City Planner Updates
o None
Planning Commission Special Meeting Synopsis
June 10, 2025
6. Current Development Projects List
o Received and filed
7. 2025 Meeting Schedule
o Received and filed
ADJOURNMENT
Date / Time: June 10, 2025 / 7:13 PM