RESOLUTION NO. 6093-24
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE APPROVING SITE PLAN NO. SP-138-2024 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. TT-19314
FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF BUARO STREET, BETWEEN LAMPSON AVENUE AND HARBOR BOULEVARD, AT 12701 BUARO STREET , ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO. 231-383-48.
BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Garden Grove, in a regular session a ssembled on July 18, 2024 , hereby approve s Site Plan No.
SP-138-2024 and Tentative Tract Map No. TT -19314 for a property located on t he west side of Buaro Street, b etween Lampson Avenue and Harbor Boulevard , Assessor’s Parcel No. 231-383-48, subject to the conditions of approval attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED in the matter of Site Plan No. SP-138-2024 and Tentative Tract Map No. TT-19314, the Planning Commission of the City of Garden Grove does hereby report as follows:
1. The subject case was initiated by Matt Ashton of Ashton3, with authorization from the property owner, RAJO Investments.
2. The applicant is requesting approval of: (1) a Site Plan to construct thirty-five (35) three -story residential condominium units and as sociated site improvements on an approximately 1.4-acre lot, and (2) Tentative Tract Map to create a one-lot subdivision for the purpose of selling each dwelling unit as a condominium. The proposal includes two (2) affordable housing units for "very-low income" households, qualifying the project for a 25% density bonus, incentives or concessions, waivers or reductions of development standards, and reduced parking pursuant to the State Density Bonus Law and Garden Grove Municipal Code (GGMC) Section 9.60.04 0 (collectively, the “Density Bonus Law” or “DBL”). The project has been designed to incorporate certain incentives / concessions and waivers and reductions of development standards pursuant to the DBL.
3. The City of Garden Grove Planning Commission here by determines that the proposed project is categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15332 (In -Fill Development Projects) of the State CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs., Section 15303). As set forth in the Class 32 exemption, the proposed project is: (1) consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations; (2) the proposed developmen t occurs within City limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses; (3) the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; (4) approval of the project would not result in any si gnificant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality or water quality; and (5) the site can be Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 2
adequately served by all required utilities and public services. The project is therefore exempt from CEQA review.
4. The property has a General Plan Land Use designation of LMR (Low Medium Density Residential) and is zoned R-2 (Limited Multiple Residential). The site is currently developed with a vacant single-family home.
5. Existing land use, zoning, and General Plan designation of property in the vicinity of the subject property have been reviewed.
6. Report submitted by the City staff was reviewed.
7. Pursuant to a legal notice, a public hearing was held on July 18, 2024, and all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard.
8. The Planning C ommission gave due and careful consideration to the matter during its meeting on July 18, 2024.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, FOUND AND DETERMINED that the facts and reasons supporting the conclusion of the Planning Commission, as required under Municipal Code Section 9.04.030 are as follows:
FACTS:
The project site is an approximately 61,294 square-foot (1.4 acres) flag lot, located on the west side of Buaro Street, between Lampson Avenue and Harbor Boulevard , at 12701 Buaro Street. The subject site has a General Plan Land Use designation of LMR ( Low Med ium Density Residential ) and is zoned R -2 (Limited Multiple Residential). The property abuts R-1 (Single Family Residential) zoned properties to the west and south. To the north, the property is adjacent to the Village Bible Church, also located in the R -1 zone. To the east and south, the property is adjacent to multiple-family residential uses in the R -2 zone. Further to the east, across Buaro Street, the property is adjacent to residential properties within Planned Unit Development No. PUD-121-98.
The subject site is currently improved with an unoccupied two -story single-family residence that was originally constructed in 1921. The existing structure h as not been identified as a part of any historical record. Due to numerous break-in activity on the property, the building has most recently been “red -tagged” by the City’s Building and Safety Division. As of this writing, the applicant has applied for a permit for the demolition of the building. Consequently, all existing site improvements would be demolished to accommodate the proposed project.
The applicant is proposing thirty -five (35) attached condominium units, and associated site features, including drive aisles, walkways, and recreation areas. With the inclusion of two (2) affordable housing units for “very -low income” households, Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 3
pursuant to the State Density Bonus Law, the project qualifies for a density bonus of 25% of the base density, red uced parking ratio s, and the following incentive/concession and ten (10) waivers/reductions of development standards set forth in the Garden Grove Municipal Code:
1. An incentive/concession to reduce the stepback at the second and third floors adjacent to R-1 properties from the required twenty feet (20’-0”) and forty feet (40’-0”), respectively, to ten feet (10’-0”) at the rear and side property lines (GGMC Sections 9.12.040.020.A and
9.12.040.050.A.3);
2. A reduction of the required minimum front setback requirements for the first, second, and third floors, to maintain a minimum ten-foot (10’-0”) setback for all floors (Section 9.12.040.020.A);
3. A reduction of the required minimum separation distance between vehicular accessways and residential units from five feet (5’-0”) to a minimum one-foot nine inches (1’-9”) (Section 9.12.040.050.A.2.e);
4. A reduction of the required additional two -foot (2’ -0”) separation between buildings that feature a shared walkway, within the separation area, to four inches (0’-4”) (Section 9.12.040.050.A.2.i);
5. A waiver/reduction of the required minimum depth for unit covered entry from three feet (3’ -0”) to a one -foot (1’ -0”) deep “eyebrow” awning (Section 9.12.040.050.G.1);
6. A reduction of the required minimum width for an active recreation area from thirty feet (30’-0”) to twenty -five feet (25’ -0”) wide (Section
9.12.040.050.J.7.b);
7. A reduction of the minimum active recreation area required for a property of this size from 2,500 square feet to 920 square feet (Section
9.12.040.050.J.7.c);
8. A waiver to deviate from the minimum amenity requirements for Active Common Open Space/Recreation areas (Section 9.12.040.050.J.7.d);
9. A reduction of the required minimum combined usable private and common open space per unit from 300 square feet to 163 square feet (Section 9.12.040.050.J.2);
10. A waiver to deviate from the minimum amenity requirements for Passive Common Open Space areas (Section 9.12.040.050.J.11); and
11. A waiver to deviate from the requirement to provide shared trash enclosures for developm ents with more than five (5) units to instead allow three (3) trash carts per individual unit (Section
9.12.040.260.B.2).
An Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement consistent with the State Density Bonus Law (DBL) and Section 9.60.050 of the Garden Grove Municipal Code would be recorded to ensure affordability of the very-low income units for the initial occupants.
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FINDINGS AND REASONS:
SITE PLAN (HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS)
1. The proposed development project is consistent, in compliance, and in conformity with the applicable, objective standards, provisions, conditions or requirements of the General Plan, Title 9, and other applicable ordinances or policies of the City.
The proposed project includes construction of a three-story, thirty-five (35) unit residential apartment complex that includes two (2) affordable housing units for "very -low income" households , along with associated site improvements. The subject site has a General Plan Land Use designation of LMR (Low Medium Density Residential ) and is zoned R -2 (Limited Multiple Residential). The LMR Land Use Designation is intended to allow smaller scale multiple-family housing, and is a transition between the detached single-family area and the higher density multiple -family areas. The LMR is implemented, in part, by the R-2 zone, which allows residential developments with densities of up to twenty-one (21) units per acre. Pursuant to the Density Bonus Law, the project is entitled to a density bonus of 25%, reduced parking ratios, one (1) incentive or concession , and waivers or modifications of development standards. With the exception of the increased density, reduced parking ratios, and development standards required to be waived or modified pursuant to the Density Bonus Law, the proposed project complies with all applicable objective development standards and provisions of the General Plan and Municipal Code. The project has also been reviewed by the Public Works Department, and either complies with, or has been condit ioned to meet, all applicable Public Works design requirements. The proposed Project is also consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan, including the following:
Policy LU-1.3: Support the production of housing citywide that is affordable to lower- and moderate -income households consistent with the policies and targets set forth in the Housing Element. As proposed, the subject project would include two (2) “very -low income” residential units. The inclusion of these units would contribute to meeting the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), as well as the Housing Element policies encouraging the development of lower-income residential units.
Goal LU -2: Stable, well -maintained residential neighborhoods in Garden Grove. The subject site is currently developed with a vacant single -family home. The existing structure has been “red-tagged” by the City’s Building and Safety Division , and is therefore unsuita ble for habitation. The proposed project would rid the City of the maintenance issues associated with the upkeep of the existing building and site. As proposed, the project would ensure the proper upkeep of the subject site, which could be a benefit to t he Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 5
neighborhood as a whole. In addition, the project would enhance the driveway approach from Buaro Street, which is shared by the adjacent multiple -family development.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use shall be consistent with that of the immediate neighborhood. The adjacent properties consist of single-family residential dwellings, multiple -family residential developments, and a religious facility. The proposed a thirty -five (35) unit project was reviewed and determined to be within the allowed density under the DBL, and in compliance with the R-2 zone development standards of the Municipal Code, with the exception of the requested concessions and waivers. Thus, the development would be consistent with the type and intensity of land use of the immediate neighborhood.
Policy LU-3.2: Support development of multi -family housing that provides a diversity of densities, types, and prices that meet the needs of all household income levels. The proposed project is a thirty-five (35) unit residential condominium development that includes thirty-three (33) “above-moderate income” residential units, and two (2) “very-low income” residential units. The inclusion of the two (2) affordable units for “very -low income” households qualifies the project for a density bonus of 25% of the base density . The project is proposing a 17% Density Bonus, resulting in five (5) additional units above the maximum base density permitted in the R -2 zone, for a total of thirty-five (35) units . Thus, the project would be within the maximum residential density allowed under the DBL.
Policy LU-3.3: Encourage developers to build housing projects at or above maximum allowable densities. The subject project is allowed a maximum base density of twenty-one (21) units per acre, which yields thirty (30) units for a
1.4-acre lot. With the inclusion of two (2) affordable units for “very -low income” households, the project is providing 7% of its density for affordable housing. Thus, it is entitled to a density bonus of 25%. The project is proposing a 17% Density Bonus, resulting in five (5) additional units above the maximum base density permitted in the R -2 zone, for a total of thirty -five (35) units.
Through the DBL, the project would exceed the base density allowed in the R-2 zone.
Goal LU -4: Uses compatible with one another. The project is located in a neighborhood that consists of both single-family and multi-family residential developments. The properties abutting the project site are zoned R-1 (Single Family Residential), and R-2 (Limited Multiple Residential), and have a Low Density Residential and Low Medium Density Residential General Plan land use designations. Surrounding uses include single -family and multiple -family residential developments, a religious facility , and commercial uses closer to the intersection of Buaro Street and Harbor Boulevard. Therefore , the Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 6
proposed housing project would be consistent with the development pattern of the surrounding residential uses.
Policy LU -4.1: Locate higher -density residential uses within proximity of commercial uses to encourage pedestrian traffic, and to provide a consumer base for commercial uses. With the flag lot design of the property, the larger, rear portion of the property containing the residential units would be connected to the street frontage along Buaro Street with an internal sidewalk.
Approximately 200 feet to the south is a commercial center at the intersection of Buaro Street and Harbor Boulevard. Providing the aforementioned internal sidewalk system could encourage new residents to walk to the nearby commercial uses.
Policy H-2.1: Preserve and expand the City’s supply of affordable rental and ownership housing for lower -income households. As proposed, the subject project would include two (2) “very -low income” residential units. With the associated Tentative Tract Map, the units provided through the project would be sold as condomi niums. The inclusion of the two (2) “very -low income” condominiums helps increase the City’s stock of affordable for-sale residential units. An Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreement consistent with the DBL and Section 9.60.050 of the Garden Grove Municipal Code would be recorded to ensure affordability of the very-low income units for the initial occupant of said units.
Policy H -2.3: Provide density bonuses and other financial and regulatory incentives to facilitate the development of affordable h ousing. The proposed project includes two (2) affordable units for “very-low income” households. To facilitate the development, the applicant is requesting Density Bonus Law allowances for a 25% density bonus, one (1) incentive/concession, and ten (10) waivers or reductions of development standards to deviate from the R-2 zone development standards. In addition to the density bonus, incentives/concessions and waivers/reductions of development standards, the project is allowed to use the DBL reduced parking ratios. The granting of all of the aforementioned incentives is needed to facilitate the construction of the proposed development and to support the creation of more affordable housing units in the City. Furthermore, the Project will contribute to meeting the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA).
Policy H -3.7: Encourage infill housing development that is compatible in character with established residential neighborhoods. The subject property is surrounded on all sides by urban land uses, including single-family residential dwellings, multiple-family residential developments, and a religious facility. All existing on -site improvements would be demolished to accommodate the thirty-five (35) residential units and associated site improvements pr oposed by the subject project. The proposed project would provide a transition between the lower density single-family residential uses to the west and south Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 7
with the higher-density residential uses to the east. Therefore, the infill project would be consistent with the character of these surrounding uses.
2. The provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act have been complied with.
The proposed development is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), pursuant to Section 15332 (In -Fill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs., Section 15303). As set forth in the Class 32 exemption, the proposed project is: (1) consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations; (2) the proposed development occurs within City limits on a project site of no more than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses; (3) the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; (4) approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality or water quality; and (5) the site can be ad equately served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act have been complied with.
3. The proposed development project will not have specific, adverse impacts, as defined in subdivision (j)(1)(A) of Government Code Section 65589.5, on public health and safety without any feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific adverse impact, other than the disapproval of the proposed project.
The proposed thirty-five (35) unit residential development will not have specific, adverse impacts on the public health and safety. The proposed project is at a density allowed pursuant to the DBL, is compatible with surrounding uses, is similar in scale to the adjoin ing neighborhood, and is consistent with the land use type and intensity in the immediate neighborhood.
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
1. That the proposed map is consistent with the General Plan.
The proposed project includes construction of a three -story, thirty-five (35) unit residential apartment complex that includes two (2) affordable housing units for "very -low income" households, along with associated site improvements. The proposed Tentative Tract Map No. TT-19314 would create a one-lot subdivision for the purpose of selling the thirty-five (35) units as residential condominium units. The subject site has a General Plan Land Use designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMR) and is z oned R -2 (Limited Multiple Residential). The LMR Land Use Designation is intended to allow smaller scale multiple -family housing, and is a transition between the detached single-family area and the higher density multiple-family areas. The Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 8
proposed project is also consistent with goals and policies of the City’s General Plan, including the following:
Policy LU-2.2: Strive to provide a diverse mix of housing types, along with uniformly high standards of residential property maintenance to preserve residents’ real estate values and their high quality of life. The proposed development of thirty-five (35) for-sale units will add to the mix of diverse housing types in the immediate neighborhood. The proposed development will ensure maintenance of all common areas, such as the private drive areas, the common recreation area, and perimeter landscaping, which will be the responsibility of the Homeowner’s Association to ensure proper maintenance that preserves the residents’ real estate values. Furthermore, the project will contribute to meeting the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), as well as the Housing Element policies.
Policy LU-2.4: Assure that the type and intensity of land use shall be consistent with that of the immediate neighborhood. The site is located within a residential neighborhood, characterized by R-1 (Single -Family Residential) zoned properties to the west and south. To the north, the property is adjacent to the Vill age Bible Church, also located in the R -1 zone. To the east, the property is adjacent to multiple -family residential uses in the R -2 zone.
Further to the east, across Buaro Street, the property is adjacent to residential properties within Planned Unit De velopment No. PUD -121-98, which is implemented by the R-3 standards of the Code. The R-2 zone is intended to provide a transition between lower density, single-family detached residences and higher -density residential or non -residential uses. Surrounding uses include single-family and multiple-family residential developments, a religious facility, and commercial uses centered along the intersection of Buaro Street and Harbor Boulevard. Therefore, the project would meet the intent of the zoning by providing a transition between the adjacent R-1 properties and the multiple-family and commercial uses in the vicinity.
Goal LU -4: The City seeks to develop uses that are compatible with one another. The project is located in a neighborhood that consists of both single- family and multi-family residential developments. The properties in the direct vicinity of the project site are zoned R -1 (Single Family Residential), and R-2 (Limited Multiple Residential), and have a Low Density Residential and Low Medium Density Residential General Plan land use designations. Surrounding uses include single -family and multiple -family residential developments, religious centers, and commercial uses centered along the intersection of Buaro Street and Harbor Boulevard. Thus, the project is similar both in land use intensity and physical scale of the adjoining residential neighborhood.
Therefore, the proposed housing project would be consistent with the development pattern of the surrounding residential uses.
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Policy LU -4.1: L ocate higher -density residential uses within proximity of commercial uses to encourage pedestrian traffic, and to provide a consumer base for commercial uses. The site is located within a residential neighborhood characterized, with nearby access to commercial uses at the intersection of Buaro Street and Garden Grove Boulevard. The construction of the new residential units would increase the local population and add to the consumer base for commercial services within the immediate neighborhood.
2. That the design and improvement of the proposed subdivision is consistent with the General Plan.
The subject site has a General Plan land use designation of LMR (Low Medium Density Residential). The applicant is requesting Tentative Tract Map No.
TT-19314 approval to create a one-lot subdivision for the purpose of developing the site with thirty-five (35) for-sale residential condominium units.
The LMR land use designation is intended to allow smaller scale multiple-family housing, and is a transition between the detached single-family residential and the higher density multiple -family areas. The proposed project is consistent with this intent, as there are single-family developments to the west and south, and multiple-family developments to the east. With the approval of Site Plan No. SP-138-2024, the proposed Tentative Tract Map No. TT-19314 is in conformance with the City’s General Plan, the City’s Subdivision Ordinance, the Municipal Code requirements, and the State’s Subdivision Map Act.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed type of development.
The site is physically suitable for the type of development proposed by the developer and complies with the LMR General Plan land use designation. The
1.4-acre site would consist of thirty-five (35) three-story units, as requested pursuant to the State Density Bonus Law . The residential Planned Unit Development has been designed in a manner that would be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. As designed, the site would be able to accommodate thirty-five (35) units, along with associated circulation, parking, landscaping, recreation areas, setbacks, and other design features. Therefore, the property is sufficient in size to accommodate the proposed development.
4. That the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act have been satisfied.
The proposed development is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Ac t (“CEQA”), pursuant to Section 15332 (In -Fill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs., Section 15303). As set forth in the Class 32 exemption, the proposed project is: (1) consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations; (2) the proposed development occurs within City limits on a project site of no more than five Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 10
acres substantially surrounded by urban uses; (3) the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; (4) approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality or water quality; and (5) the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act have been complied with.
5. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed density of the development.
The R-2 zoning allows a residential density up to twenty -one (21) units per acre. The subject site is approximately 1.4 acres. With the inclusion of the density bonus for a total of thirty -five (35) units provided, the proposed residential density on-site would be twenty-five (25) units per acre. Under the DBL, the project qualifies for one (1) incentive/concession, in addition to waivers or reductions of development standards. As proposed, with the inclusion of one (1) incentive/concession and ten (10) waivers/modifications of development standards, the site design is able to accommodate the thirty- five (35) units, along with parking, landscaping, recreation areas, setbacks, and other development standards of the R-2 zone. Therefore, the property is physically suitable for the proposed density of the development.
6. That the design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause serious public health problems.
The design of the residential subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause serious pu blic health problems. Additionally, certain conditions of approval will be in place to further safeguard public health. The proposed subdivision has been designed to comply with the intent of the LMR General Plan land use designation, and the R -2 (Limited Multiple Residential) zoning. City Departments, including the Traffic Division, Water Division, Engineering Division and the Planning Services Division, and the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) have reviewed the proposed development and have applied conditions of approval to minimize potential impacts that the project may have on the community, including public health.
7. That the design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements will not conflict with easements of record or easements established by court judgment acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision; or, if such easements exist, that alternate easements for access or for use will be provided, and that these will be substantially equivalent to the ones previously acquired by the public.
The design of the residential subdivision and the proposed improvements will not conflict with easements of record, or easements established by court judgment acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 11
within the proposed subdivision. The project has been designed to avoid development over existing easements.
8. That the design and improvement of the proposed subdivision are suitable for the uses proposed, and the subdivisi on can be developed in compliance with the applicable zoning regulations.
The applicant is proposing thirty-five (35) attached condominium units, across six (6) buildings. Other site features, including drive aisles, walkways, and recreation areas would be shared amongst the entire development. The proposed subdivision has been specifically designed to accommodate the thirty-five (35) residential units on the subject property, and to create a one- lot subdivision for the purpose of selling each unit as a condominium. With the inclusion of two (2) affordable housing units for “very -low income” households, pursuant to the Density Bonus Law, the project qualifies for a density bonus of 25% of the base density, reduced parking ratio, and one (1) concession and ten (10) waivers/modification of development standards set forth in the R-2 zone. With the exception of the concession and waivers, the project complies with the development standards of the Municipal Code.
9. That the design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, for future passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities in the subdivision.
To the extent feasible, the project has been designed in accordance with Government Code Section 66473.1, such as to allow for passive or natural heating opportunities in the subdivision design, to encourage the orientation of structures to take advantage of shade and prevailing breezes, to allow solar access for passive heating and opportunities for placement of shade trees and other vegetation for cooling.
10. That the design, density and configuration of the subdivision strikes a balance between the effect of the subdivision on the housing needs of the region and of public service needs that the character of the subdivision is compatible with the design of existing structures.
The proposed Tentative Tract Map No. TT -19314 would create a one-lot subdivision to sell each of the thirty-five (35) proposed residential units as a condominiums. The project has been reviewed in relation to the housing needs and goals of the City, and is compatible with the existing developments in the immediate vicinity. The proposed development will increase the number of residential units, and further the goals of the Housing Element of the General Plan. The proposed subdivision would allow for the sale of each proposed residential unit.
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11. That the lot sizes of the subdivision are substantially the same as the lot sizes within the general area.
The proposed Tentative Tract Map No. TT -19314 would create a one-lot subdivision to sell each of the thirty-five (35) proposed residential units as a condominiums. The proposed subdivision would allow for the sale of each proposed residential unit. The proposed units are approximately the same size as the multiple-family developments to the east of the project site, and meet the minimum size requirements of the Municipal Code.
12. The subject property is not located within a state responsibility area or a very high fire hazard severity zone, the proposed subdivision is served by local fire suppression services, and the proposed subdivision meets applicable design, location, and ingress-egress requirements.
The subject property is not located within a state responsibility area or a very high fire hazard severity zone. The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) has reviewed the proposed subdivision, and found that the project will be adequately served by local fire suppression services, and the proposed subdivision meets ap plicable design, location, and ingress -egress requirements. Furthermore, the project has been conditioned to comply with all OCFA requirements relating to fire suppression services, and emergency access.
13. The discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into the existing sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board. The conditions of approval for on and off -site improvements will ensure permitted capacity of the pub lic sewer system is not exceeded.
The Water Services Division has reviewed the project, and found that there is sufficient sewer capacity to support the project. So long as the project adheres to the Conditions of Approval, as recommended, the Water Services Division does not anticipate that the discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision will result in any violation of California Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements.
INCORPORATION OF FACTS AND FINDINGS SET FORTH IN STAFF REPORT
In addition to the foregoing, the Plann ing Commission incorporates herein by this reference, the facts and findings set forth in the staff report.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission does conclude:
1. The Site Plan and Tentative Tract Map possess characteristics that would justify the request in accordance with Municipal Code Sec tion 9.60.020 Resolution No. 6093-24 Page 13
(Review of Housing Development Projects) and Section 9.40.060 (Tentative Maps – Findings Required).
2. In order to fulfill the purpose and intent of the Municipal Code and thereby promote the health, safety, and general welfare, the attached Conditions of Approval (Exhibit “A”) shall apply to Site Plan No. SP -138-2024 and Tentative Tract Map No. TT-19314.
Adopted this 18th day of July 2024
ATTEST: /s/ KRIS BEARD __________
ACTING CHAIR
/s/ JUDITH MOORE_____________
RECORDING SECRETARY
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS:
CITY OF GARDEN GROVE )
I, JUDITH MOORE, Secretary of the City of Garden Grove Planning Commission, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Garden Grove, California, at a meeting held on July 18, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: (4) BEARD, CUEVA, CUNNINGHAM, LARICCHIA NOES: COMMISSIONERS: (0) NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: (3) LINDSAY, PAREDES, RAMIREZ
/s/ JUDITH MOORE ___________
RECORDING SECRETARY
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