Glendale City Council
September 26, 2023

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kennels, animal boarding and day care, and vending machines (vending machines shall not include coin-operated amusement devices, rides, scales, or similar devices) shall be conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building which is attached to a permanent foundation. There shall be no outside storage of tools, equipment, supplies or materials, except as provided in GMC

30.16.040.A.

2. The display of new and used merchandise shall be allowed outside a building on not more than four (4) occasions during any calendar year for the purpose of conducting a sale of said merchandise. A permit to conduct such a sale shall be issued by the City Clerk if the following conditions are shown to exist:
a. A written application for said permit shall be filed with the City Clerk not less than ten (10) calendar days before commencing any outside sale. b. The maximum length of time for conducting such a sale shall be seventy- two (72) hours.

3. For uses existing prior to (ORDINANCE ADOPTION DATE) with incidental outdoor storage, all incidental outdoor storage shall be conducted wholly within an area completely enclosed by a masonry wall not less than five and one-half (5½) feet in height, with all entrances and exits enclosed with opaque gates equal in height to the wall. Outdoor storage shall not project above the wall.

4. Shopping cart storage shall be located adjacent to the entry of a building and shall be screened with a minimum three-foot, six-inch high solid wall/fence or combination of fence and landscaping to obscure the visibility of shopping carts from the adjacent public rights-of-way. Where the director of community development, in their discretion, determines that screening interferes with the cart removal/retrieval “opening” given the unique location of the building (e.g., corner structure where cart storage may be visible from two (2) or more intersecting public rights-of-way), the director of community development shall exempt the “opening” from the screening requirement and shall determine the orientation, location, size and configuration of the unscreened “opening.” Shopping cart storage shall not intrude into any required pedestrian passageway or public right-of-way. See Section 30.16.040.A.5 regarding shopping cart containment and control.

5. All shopping carts shall be contained or controlled within the boundaries of store premises, in accordance with the standards set forth in Section 30.12.040.A.1.h.

6. One (1) outdoor reverse vending machine shall be permitted for each three thousand (3,000) square feet of site area up to a maximum of eight (8) such reverse vending machines per site. Reverse vending machine shall be limited to a maximum area of one hundred (100) square feet, including any protective enclosure and a maximum height of eight (8) feet. Reverse vending machines shall be attached to or located immediately adjacent to a building and shall be accessible and shall not encroach into any required pedestrian access or walkway. All signs on a reverse vending machine shall be regulated by 349 of 487

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Chapter 30.33 of this title. The hours of operation of the reverse vending machine shall be consistent with the operating hours of the primary use.

B. Performance Standards. In accordance with the goals and precepts of the comprehensive general plan of the City, environmental performance standards are hereby established to protect the community from hazards, nuisances and other negative factors; to ensure that land uses are not operated in such a manner as to cause a detrimental effect on adjacent land uses or the community environment; and to preserve and enhance the lifestyle of Glendale residents through the protection of the public health, safety and general welfare. In the TOD districts, the following guidelines shall be evaluated on the basis of whether or not the activity is obnoxious to a person of normal sensitivity.

1. General provisions. No land, building or structure shall be used or occupied in any manner so as to create or maintain any dangerous, injurious, noxious or otherwise objectionable condition caused by fire, explosion or other hazards; noise or vibration; smoke, dust or other form of air pollution; liquid or solid refuse or wastes; or any other substance, condition or element used in such a manner or in such amount as to adversely affect the surrounding area or adjoining premises.

2. Air quality. Any activity, operation, or device which causes or tends to cause the release of air contaminants into the atmosphere shall comply with the rules and regulations of the South Coast Air Quality Management District and with the following:
a. Visible emissions. No visible emissions of air contaminants or particulate matter shall be discharged into the atmosphere. No combustible refuse incineration shall be permitted.
b. Dust. Windborne dusts and debris across lot lines shall be prevented by planting, wetting, compacting, paving or other suitable treatment of land surface; storing, treating or enclosing materials; controlling sources of dust and debris by cleaning; or such other measures as may be required. c. Odors. No odorous material shall be permitted so as to be obnoxious to persons of normal sensitivity as readily detectible at the property line or at any point off-site where the odor is greater.

3. Waste and contaminants. No wastewater, radioactive material or other potential groundwater contaminant shall be discharged into or under the ground surface except for such groundwater recharge operations as may be conducted by or under the supervision of the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, and/or city of Glendale. Any discharge into a public sewer, private sewer, private sewerage disposal system or into the ground of any materials that may contaminate any water supply, interfere with bacterial processes in sewerage treatment, or otherwise cause the emission of dangerous or offensive elements is prohibited. All industrial uses shall comply with the provisions of this code pertaining to refuse, weeds, sewer construction and sewer use. Liquid wastes shall be disposed of only by authorized discharge to a public sewer system or by transport to an acceptable disposal facility. Burning, dumping, or littering of 350 of 487

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solid wastes is prohibited. Solid wastes shall be disposed of only by transport to an acceptable disposal facility, except that inert solid materials may be utilized in landfills and construction when specifically authorized by a grading permit or building permit, and organic materials may be utilized in connection with normal and customary landscaping and agricultural activities providing that such activities meet all the requirements of the Glendale Municipal Code and these environmental performance standards; and do not endanger groundwater quality.

4. Vibration. No activities shall be permitted which cause objectionable vibration to adjoining property except for construction activities in connection with an effective building permit.

5. Noise. No noise shall be generated which causes the maximum sound level to exceed the noise levels specified in chapter 8.6 of this code. Further, in a mixed use project, no increase in the ambient noise base level for non-residential uses shall be permitted. Such noise measurements shall be taken at the residential zone property line, or at any point within an abutting residential zone, or at a point within the residential portion of the mixed use project, where the noise level from the non-residential use is greater. No steady impulsive noise (such as hammering or riveting) or steady audible tone components (such as whines, screeches or hums) shall be detectible from any residential use which is part or adjacent to the mixed use project.

C. Dwelling Unit Size. The gross floor area of any dwelling unit in the TOD districts shall be not less than provided herein. For the purpose of this section, dens, studies or other similar rooms which may be used as bedrooms shall be considered as bedrooms. Living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens or bathrooms shall not be considered as bedrooms, except that separate dining rooms in efficiency units or rooms that could be converted into additional bedrooms shall be considered as bedrooms. A minimum of ninety (90) cubic feet of private storage space, fully enclosed and lockable, with a minimum horizontal surface area of twenty-four (24) square feet, shall be provided for each dwelling unit outside such unit.

Table 30.16.C
Unit Type Minimum Size Requirement
Efficiency and one (1) bedroom units Six hundred (600) square feet Two (2) bedroom units Eight hundred (800) square feet
Three (3) or more bedroom units One thousand (1,000) square feet Senior units Five hundred forty (540) square feet

30.16.050 TOD District Site Planning.

A. Site Planning: Public Realm Standards.

The public realm consists generally of the publicly owned street rights-of-way and other publicly accessible open spaces such as parks, squares, plazas, paseos, 351 of 487

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courtyards, and alleys. The public realm defines the visual character and function of an area through a framework of public street rights-of-way that provide circulation, access, and open space.

1. Public Realm Setback. All new development, or any addition over greater than ten thousand (10,000) square feet to an existing building, in the TOD district shall comply the following minimum ground floor setbacks measured from the face-of-curb, excluding curb extensions and bio-retentions, to the build-to line on public streets. The build-to line is defined as a line parallel to the street at which the vertical plane of the front building elevation may be located. No building elevation shall be located closer than the build-to line as specified in Figure 30.16.050-A.
a. A public realm easement is required on private property if the distance between the existing face-of-curb and the property line is less than 15 feet for sites fronting Los Feliz Road, San Fernando Road, Central Avenue and Brand Boulevard, and 12 feet for sites fronting all other streets in the TOD district. A public realm easement is not required if the distance between the existing face-of-curb and the property line is 15 feet or 12 feet, or greater, respectively.
b. Existing or proposed curb extensions shall not be included in the measurement used to determine the required public realm setback. c. Habitable building projections (balconies, etc.) shall not extend over the required public realm.

2. Public Realm Zones. The intent of the Tropico TOD public realm is to generate a pedestrian-oriented street network that supports and enhances access to transit and consists of three distinct and contiguous zones. a. Parkway Zone. Where a public realm setback is required, there shall be a parkway zone width measured from the face-of-curb to the sidewalk zone of five feet for public realm setbacks of 15 feet and four feet for public realm setbacks of 12 feet, as specified in Figures 30.16.050-A. Existing parkway zones greater than five feet or four feet, respectively, must be maintained. i. Street trees (minimum 24-inch box shade trees) shall be installed in the parkway at a spacing determined per the City Arborist’s specifications for the species being planted. Existing street trees shall be maintained unless removal is required by the City.
ii. All parkway zones shall be landscaped a minimum of 20 percent, except for driveways and corner intersections. Tree grates may be included up to 50 percent of the required landscaping for parkway zones.
iii. Street furniture, landscaping, street trees, bike parking, light and utility poles, utility boxes, traffic control devices, benches, and trash cans are permitted in the parkway zone.
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iv. The property owner shall maintain the street trees and landscaping in the parkway zone in an orderly and healthy condition, free of weeds and debris.
b. Sidewalk Zone. Where a public realm setback is required, there shall be a minimum six-foot sidewalk zone width measured from the parkway zone to the building adjacent zone, as specified in Figures 30.16.050-A. i. The required public realm width shall remain clear of all obstructions to maintain universal access.
ii. Seating, poles, temporary or permanent signs, bike racks, bicycle sharing facilities, benches, permanent or temporary seating, temporary or permanent fences or enclosures, utility boxes, landscaping, planters, pots, or steps are prohibited in the sidewalk zone.
iii. Awnings and canopies may project over the sidewalk zone with an encroachment permit.
iv. Where the sidewalk width requirement exceeds the width of the public right-of-way the development must provide a setback to achieve the required width. If additional area is required on private property to satisfy the minimum requirement, an easement shall be required. c. Building Adjacent Zone. Where a public realm is required, there shall be a minimum four-foot building adjacent zone width measured from the sidewalk zone to the building frontage for public realm setbacks of 15 feet, and a two-foot building adjacent zone for public realm setbacks of 12 feet.

This area exists between the sidewalk and the building-to-line, as specified in Figures 30.16.050-A.
i. Landscaping, permanent or temporary seating, and low fences and walls (no greater than three feet in height), shall be permitted in the Building Adjacent Zone, except when prohibited by GMC

30.30.16.050.B.4.a.
ii. Accessory ground signs shall be permitted in the Building Adjacent Zone.
iii. Building floors above the first floor may project over the Building Adjacent Zone.
iv. Walls and stairs greater than three feet in height are prohibited in the Building Adjacent Zone, except for above-grade first residential floors (see Section 30.16.050.B.4.b.iii).
v. Subterranean parking garages may be located within the Building Adjacent Zone below grade. If landscaping is required within the Building Adjacent Zone, the subterranean parking garage shall be depressed a minimum of two feet from the adjacent sidewalk grade for the Building Adjacent Zone to allow for adequate landscaping planting soil depth.
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FIGURE 30.16.050-A

PUBLIC REALM STANDARDS
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B. Site Planning: Building Setbacks.

1. Street Front and Street Side Setback Exceptions. No person shall construct, locate, or maintain within the space between the required public realm area and the build-to line established by ordinance or by this Title, any building, wall, fence, other improvement, or structure with the following exceptions:
a. Driveways and walkways, provided that a driveway shall be limited to that area reasonably necessary to provide safe and efficient ingress to and egress from off-street parking spaces located behind a setback area; b. An awning or canopy.
c. Flagpoles, limited to one per site;
d. Footings and public utility vaults if fully subterranean; e. Accent lighting for landscaping and buildings not to exceed 18 inches in height;
f. Necessary railings adjacent to stairways;
g. Retaining walls, planters or curbs which are not more than 24 inches in height above the ground surface existing at the time of construction; h. Subterranean parking garages including equipment, service, utility and storage areas may extend to the street property line provided such areas do not have any door or other opening to the outside along the street property line.

2. Ground Floor Non-Residential Street Setbacks. The following setback standards from the build-to line apply to all non-residential street frontages, and ground floor non-residential portions of mixed use buildings, in all TOD districts, as specified in Figures 30.16.050-B and 30.16.050-C, except for portions of a building fronting areas dedicated as Publicly Accessible Open Space (see GMC 16.050.A.1). The setback is measured from the build-to-line to the ground floor face of the building wall.
a. There is no minimum setback required from the build-to line. The maximum setback allowed is ten feet, except for publicly accessible open space adjacent to the public realm.
b. If a setback is provided, this area shall only be used for landscaping, active pedestrian areas (e.g., plazas, outdoor dining) and required circulation. c. Setback areas shall be accessible to the public at all hours on all days. d. Non-subterranean parking, loading, or storage areas are prohibited in the street setback.
e. Any setback area greater than two feet in width shall be composed of landscaping, planting beds, lawns, or decorative paving for walkways, driveways and outdoor seating areas.
f. Permanent screening walls or fences greater than three feet in height are prohibited within the setback.
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FIGURE 30.16.050-B

NON-RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK
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FIGURE 30.16.050-C

NON-RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK

3. Non-Residential Setbacks Above the Ground Floor. There is no additional setback requirement.

4. Ground Floor Residential Setback Standards. These standards are applicable for all ground floor residential uses adjacent to the public realm.

Setback requirements do not apply to façades that are directly adjacent to publicly accessible open space fronting the public realm. If a setback is required, the setback is measured from the build-to line to the ground floor face of the building wall.
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uses is within 30 inches of the existing finished grade of the adjacent public realm, as specified in Figures 30.16.050-D and 30.16.050-E. i. A minimum five-foot average setback from the build-to line is required.

Pilasters, columns, or other architectural articulation projections, not exceeding 12 inches wide, may project a maximum of 12 inches from the adjacent building wall into the ground floor setback. The maximum setback allowed for at-grade ground floor residential uses is 10 feet. ii. The ground floor residential setback shall be fully landscaped with a combination of live plant material with varied heights, except for driveways, required walkways and private patio areas. Decorative paving shall be required for all walkways and driveways in this setback area.
iii. Not more than 50 percent of the required ground floor residential setback, excluding driveways and walkways, may be used towards private residential open space. Such private patios shall be a minimum of four feet in depth and 40 square feet. Walls and fences not greater than 42 inches in height shall be permitted for private residential open space patios within the street setback. A minimum 12-inch wide landscaping buffer with landscaping of various heights shall be provided between the build-to line and any private residential open space or patio.
iv. All Building Adjacent Zone areas directly adjacent to at-grade ground floor residential units shall be landscaped at-grade or within planters less than two feet in height, except for required walkways and building entrances.
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FIGURE 30.16.050-D

AT-GRADE RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK
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FIGURE 30.16.050-E

AT-GRADE RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK
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b. Above-Grade Ground Floor Residential Uses. These standards are applicable where the finished ground floor elevation of fronting residential units is between a minimum of 30 inches to a maximum of 48 inches above the existing adjacent public realm.
i. No setback is required from the build-to line for above-grade residential uses fronting the adjacent public realm. Such above-grade ground floor residential uses shall include stoops, porches, terraces, balconies, or a combination of these elements.
ii. The Building Adjacent Zone and any setback provided in front of steps, stoops, porches, terraces, or balconies for above-grade ground floor residential uses shall be landscaped at-grade or include decorative planters less than two feet in height except for required walkways, building entrances, stairs and ramps.

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FIGURE 30.16.050-F

ABOVE-GRADE RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK
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FIGURE 30.16.050-G

ABOVE-GRADE RESIDENTIAL USE SETBACK

5. Allowed Setback Projections for Residential Uses Above At-grade Ground Floor Residential Uses.
a. Upper residential floors are permitted to project, cantilever, or extend above the first floor residential setback a maximum of 50 percent of the minimum five-foot average setback for at-grade ground floor uses (see GMC

30.16.050.B.4.a.i).
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C. Site Planning: Publicly Accessible Open Space. All new projects in any TOD Zoning District shall provide publicly accessible open space in compliance with the following standards:

1. Publicly accessible open space is required for development sites with frontage widths 60 feet or greater.

2. Development sites shall comply with the open space requirements in Table

30.16.050-A to provide a minimum percentage of publicly accessible open space based on gross site area.
a. Exceptions: For projects where a public easement is required in order to comply with the public realm setback standard, the area for the public easement may be excluded from the development site area to calculate the minimum required publicly accessible open space. For residential projects where a setback is required, the area for the required setback may be excluded from the development site area to calculate the minimum required publicly accessible open space.
b. Exclusions. The following shall not be included in the publicly accessible open space calculation:
i. Building Adjacent Zones.
ii. Pedestrian circulation areas (paths of travel, etc.) that exceed 10 percent of the total contiguous open space area.
iii. Private outdoor dining areas, separated by physical barriers such as railing or fencing, that exceed 25 percent of the publicly accessible open space area.
iv. Area occupied by subterranean garage ventilation or utilities (back flow preventers, electric meters, etc.).

3. A minimum of 85 percent of the required publicly accessible open space shall be in a contiguous space, either in the form of courtyard, plaza or paseo, which shall comply with the following dimension standards:
a. Publicly accessible open space courtyards and plazas shall have a minimum area of 1,200 square feet and minimum dimensions of 30 feet by 40 feet, except if the required area is less per Section 30.16.040.C. In such instances, the length of the courtyard or plaza shall be approximately the same as its width.
b. Paseos shall maintain a width of at least 20 feet but no greater than 30 feet. The directly adjacent building walls framing the paseo may not be greater than three times in elevation height than the width of the paseo.

The building above this height must be setback a minimum of 20 feet.

4. Courtyards, plazas and paseos shall be at the same elevation as the adjacent public realm and shall comply with the following accessibility standards:
a. Courtyards and plazas shall be adjacent and open to a public street and sidewalk of a primary building façade, on one or two-sides (courtyard or plaza) with an unobstructed opening dimension of 30 feet on any open side, unless as noted. An alley shall not be considered a public street. 365 of 487

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b. Paseos shall abut the public right-of-way, be physically and visually accessible from the public realm, and shall connect a public street with a different public street or alley. Vehicular access, loading, and parking uses shall be prohibited within the paseo during hours of public accessibility.

5. A minimum of 90 percent of all publicly accessible open space courtyards and plazas shall be open to the sky. Paseos, provided as publicly accessible open space, shall be open to the sky a minimum of 75 percent. No permanent building projections, including cantilevered overhangs or balconies, may occupy or project more than 24 inches into this space at any level of the building.

6. All publicly accessible open space shall comply with the design standards in Section 30.16.080.A.

Table 30.16.050-A

TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS

PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Street Frontage or Site Acreage
Publicly Accessible Open Space
Requirement as Percentage of
Gross Site Area
Greater than 60 feet 10
Greater than two acres 15
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FIGURE 30.16.050-H

PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE OPEN SPACE
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D. Site Planning: Parking Design and Access Standards. This section regulates the location, ingress and egress, screening, and the total lot area allowed for parking.

Parking, loading, and vehicular circulation should be located to minimize its visibility from the public realm. All required parking shall comply with the standards in Chapter 30.32 (Parking and Loading). All off-street parking and loading areas located in the TOD zones shall be designed and developed consistent with the following standards contained in this section.

1. At-Grade Parking. The amount of at-grade parking permitted is determined by total street frontage length.
a. At-Grade Parking Area Calculation.
i. 100 feet or less of total street frontage. On development sites with 100 linear feet or less of street frontage, a maximum of 80 percent of the development site area may be occupied by at-grade parking. ii. More than 100 feet of total street frontage. On development sites with more than 100 feet street frontage, up to 60 percent of the development site area may be occupied by at-grade parking. b. Maximum permitted at-grade parking area shall include:
i. Stalls for vehicular parking and loading and circulation lanes. ii. Internal or covered parking access driveways.
iii. Parking related facilities such as those that provide ventilation for exhaust or mechanical equipment.
iv. Bicycle parking areas or facilities less than 200 square feet shall not be included in the maximum permitted at-grade parking area calculation.
c. Required screening for at-grade parking: Refer to Section 30.16.050.D.3.

2. Driveway Locations. Driveways for vehicular ingress and egress shall comply with the standards in this section. The number, width, and frequency of curb cuts and vehicular entries shall be limited to promote street wall continuity and reduce conflicts with pedestrians. Vehicular access should be designed such that it does not discourage or inhibit the pedestrian experience and circulation. a. All Development Sites.
i. The driveway shall be located no more than 25 feet from an interior lot line for properties located at street intersections to allow for adequate queuing and visibility.
ii. Shared or combined vehicular entries for parking and loading are permitted and shall not be wider than 22 feet to allow access in and out of a development site or building. Loading activities may not encroach on or interfere with the use of sidewalks, drive aisles, queuing areas, or parking areas.
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iii. All driveway entries shall comply with the screening requirements per Section 30.16.050.D.3 (At-Grade Parking Screening and Parking Garage Openings).
b. Parking Access from Alley. Vehicular access to a parking area shall be provided from an alley if the alley has an adequate width to provide such access in compliance with the Department of Public Works standards for alley width and capacity. For development sites without adequate alley access, see Section 30.16.050.D.2.c for parking access standards. i. For sites greater than one acre and with alley access and street frontage along San Fernando Road, an additional driveway may be permitted on San Fernando Road if required by the Director of Public Works.
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FIGURE 30.16.050-I

PARKING ACCESS - DEVELOPMENT SITE WITH ALLEY ACCESS
c. Parking Access from Street for Lots without Alley Access. The following standards are applicable to all development sites where no adjacent, adequate alley is present:
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i. On mid-block development sites without an alley and with only one street frontage, parking access shall be from the street. ii. On through-block development sites without an alley and with two street frontages, parking access shall only be from one street frontage.
iii. On corner development sites without an alley and which have two street frontages, and which have less than one acre in total gross lot area and less than 200 feet of street frontage on either side, a single driveway is permitted on only one street frontage of the development site.
iv. On corner development sites without an alley and which have two street frontages, and which are greater than one acre in total gross lot area and have 200 feet or more of street frontage on either side, a driveway shall be permitted on each street frontage.
v. On corner development sites without an alley and which have three or more street frontages, a maximum of two driveways shall be permitted. Driveways on the same street frontage shall be separated a minimum of 120 feet between interior driveway edges.
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FIGURE 30.16.050-J

PARKING ACCESS - DEVELOPMENT SITE WITHOUT ALLEY ACCESS
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3. Parking Screening and Parking Garage Openings.
a. Parking Screening. Except for parking structures for hospitals, all off-street parking and loading areas shall be fully integrated into the design and form of a project and shall be fully screened from public streets and publicly accessible open space to limit the visual and environmental impact of vehicular use areas on the public realm. The following screening standards are applicable to all new developments, except for parking structures for hospitals:
b. Active Ground Floor Use Screening for At-grade Parking. i. At-grade parking and loading on the ground floor level of new buildings shall be located behind active ground floor uses fronting the street, except for driveway areas and screening walls in compliance with Section 30.16.050.D.3.c, so that no portion of the parking facility shall be visible from adjacent public sidewalks or publicly accessible areas.

Active ground floor uses shall include residential and/or commercial uses, including building lobbies.
ii. All active ground floor uses along street facing building elevations used for parking screening shall have a minimum depth of 20 feet, as measured perpendicular to the street wall of a building, except for driveway areas and screening walls in compliance with Section

30.16.050.D.2.
iii. Active ground floor uses may include the following: utility rooms, stairs, elevators, storage, bike rooms, or service areas such as trash rooms, laundry, etc. and such areas shall not comprise more than 20 percent of the ground floor façade along the street frontage and the façade of these areas shall be integrated with the overall design of the project. c. Building At-Grade Parking Screening Walls.
i. All at-grade parking and loading areas not screened by active ground floor uses shall be screened using an integrated façade design treatment so that the parking and loading areas are not visible from any adjacent public sidewalk or publicly accessible area. ii. Street fronting screening walls shall not exceed 20 percent or 20 linear feet in cumulative length along the street-facing lot frontage, whichever is less, where parking vehicular access is permitted. For sites larger than one acre, only the 20 percent maximum shall apply. The screening wall frontage shall include architectural form, massing, articulation, material, color, and other treatments such as a vertical living green wall that result in a unified façade composition with the building.
d. Screening for Above-Ground Parking.

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zone. Such parking structures shall comply with GMC Sections 30.32.110 and 30.34.120.
e. Parking Garage Openings. All entrances to parking garages shall comply with the following:
i. Garage doors or gates shall be provided at all driveways, except for hospital parking structures.
ii. Garage doors and gates shall be set back a minimum of three feet from the face of a building, except for garage doors fronting alleys, which shall be set back a minimum of five feet from the alley and comply with GMC 30.32.100.F.
iii. Garage doors and gates shall be integrated into the architectural design of the building or wall to reduce the aesthetic impact on the pedestrian realm.
iv. Garage doors and gates shall be a maximum 50 percent opaque. v. Residential garage doors and gates shall be closed at all times when vehicles are not entering or exiting.
vi. Electronically activated garage door or gate access control key pads, intercom, or card reader or security systems shall be located adjacent to ingress and egress drive lanes and shall not obstruct the vehicular or pedestrian path of travel.
vii. Parking garage entrances located on streets frontages shall provide audio alarm systems to warn pedestrians that a vehicle is exiting. f. Parking Structures for Hospital Uses in the TOD II District. All new parking structures for hospital uses in the TOD II District shall comply with the parking structure standards in Sections 30.32.110 and 30.34.120. 374 of 487

30.16.060 TOD District Massing and Scale.

A. Massing and Scale: Modulation of Height

1. Step-backs. Step-back requirements create an appropriate scale of buildings, reduce building massing, shape transitions between neighborhoods, and support high-quality architecture and urban design through modulation and variation in façade length. Buildings greater than 50 feet in height shall provide a step-back for all floors with finished floor elevations above 50 feet on street-facing elevations. Upper floor step-backs are not required for buildings 50 feet or less in height and elevations directly adjacent to publicly accessible open space. a. The required step-back shall have a minimum average of six feet (see Figure 30.16.060-A).
b. The step-back shall be measured from the adjoining façade of a street- facing building wall below.

FIGURE 30.16.060-A

UPPER FLOOR STEP-BACKS
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FIGURE 30.16.060-B
NO STEP-BACK FOR BUILIDNGS LESS THAN 50 FEET IN HEIGHT AND

BUILDINGS ADJACENT TO PUBLICY ACCESSIBLE OPEN SPACE
B. Massing and Scale: Façade Modulation.

1. Vertical Modulation. Building layers comprised of a base, middle and top help to break up the massing and clearly express building function and uses. The base is composed of the ground floor. The middle is the portion of the building between the second floor and the upper floor step-back. Middle floors are permitted to step-back. The top is composed of the uppermost floor of a building.
a. Ground floor height. Non-residential ground floors shall have a minimum floor-to-floor height of 15 feet. There is no minimum height for residential ground floors.
b. Each street-facing façade for buildings four floors or greater shall be composed of a clearly distinguishable base, middle, and top. Buildings three floors or less are not required to provide a differentiated base, middle, and top. For buildings six floors or greater, the top two floors may constitute the top of the building.
c. Additional articulation of the base, middle, and top shall be achieved by incorporating at least two of the following:
i. Changes in façade materials as identified in Section 30.16.060.A (Architectural Elements).
ii. Changes in type, size, number, and arrangement of façade doors and windows, permitting no more than two different types, sizes and arrangements of façade doors and windows for each base, middle, and top element of a building.
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iii. Use of functional and/or decorative horizontal façade projections or recesses at transition lines between the base, middle, and top. iv. Changes in floor-to-floor heights at the second floor or above.

FIGURE 30.16.060-C

TRIPARTITE VERTICAL MODULATION

2. Horizontal Modulation. Modulation across a building façade helps to break up the massing horizontally. The following standards relate to required horizontal modulation for both street-facing and interior elevations. a. Street-facing Horizontal Modulation.
i. Each street facing or publicly accessible open space façade for building elevations greater than 60 feet in length shall comply with the horizontal modulation standards below. Horizontal modulation standards apply to all portions of street-facing facades except for upper floor step-backs. Horizontal modulation is not required for street-facing facades less than 60 feet in length.
ii. At least 30 percent of the area of a street-facing facade shall be divided into façade planes that are offset by at least a minimum average depth of 24 inches from the primary façade. Façade area used to meet this standard may be recessed behind, or project out from, the primary façade plane and may be in one continuous section or a combination of sections across the façade. Any stepback of the upper floor required per Section 30.16.050.A.1 (Modulation of Height, Step-backs) shall not be included in the façade plane horizontal modulation calculation.

FIGURE 30.16.060-D
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STREET FACING HORIZONTAL MODULATION
iii. For street-facing facades with building elevations 225 feet or greater in length, a minimum of one building recess or separation shall be provided, in addition to the horizontal modulation required above (ii).

The recess or separation shall be a minimum width and depth of 10 percent of the overall building length and shall extend the height of the building façade from the adjacent grade to the step-back floor, if required.

FIGURE 30.16.060-E

STREET FACING HORIZONTAL MODULATION
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b. Interior Horizontal Facade Modulation For all interior building frontages perpendicular to street facades and greater than 60 feet in length and two stories in height, the following applies:
i. Modulation. The façade facing the interior property line and perpendicular to the street frontage shall be offset from the interior wall facade a minimum of 30 feet in length and a minimum of two feet in depth.
ii. Articulation. Façade treatment and materials of street-facing elevations shall wrap around each interior building corner a minimum depth of 25 percent of the total interior façade length measured from the corner of the building or 30 feet in length, whichever is greater. The wrapped façade materials shall terminate at an interior corner junction to alleviate the appearance of a wallpaper application.
iii. Unbroken, solid, blank walls greater than 30 feet in length along an interior façade elevation are prohibited.

FIGURE 30.16.060-F
INTERIOR HORIZONTAL FAÇADE MODULATION
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c. Corner Elements. Corner elements enhance the aesthetic quality of a building and can provide a visual terminus or prominence at a primary entrance. An enhanced corner creates variation in building massing and provides an opportunity to establish a sense of place within the public realm through the incorporation of key design features.
i. Applicability. For buildings located at the intersections of two or more streets, a corner element shall be required at such intersection. ii. The corner element shall be differentiated by height and design features from the primary massing of the building.
iii. In lieu of the above, plazas may be used to create a unique corner feature and shall be developed per the standards outlined in Section

30.16.070 for publicly accessible open space.

FIGURE 30.16.060-G

CORNER ELEMENTS
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30.16.070 TOD District Architectural Elements. All new developments and all façade remodels shall comply with the following architectural element standards:

A. Architectural Elements: Façade Materials and Colors. Materials are a significant feature of design and are used to establish a unique aesthetic quality and character of a building. Materials are essential to diminish the massing and scale of a building and reinforce the base-middle-top principles of quality design. Materials at the ground floor, or base, shall reinforce the pedestrian character of the public realm and employ materials that are of a human-scale. Except where portions of a building directly abut an existing building on- or off-site, all facades shall comply with the following materials and colors standards:

1. All building elevations, including those walls fronting the public realm, publicly accessible open space, and alleys, shall be treated equally with materials to provide textural and color variation.

2. All exterior wall facades shall have a minimum of two cladding materials. All cladding materials shall terminate at an interior corner junction.

3. All projects shall use more than one finish color. Contrasting colors for windows, doors and trim are highly encouraged.

4. Facades shall include colors or material changes that correlate with massing and scale, and façade modulation standards. Changes at building base, middle, or top divisions or with horizontally articulated façade recesses or projections shall be emphasized.

5. Non-durable synthetic stucco, such as Exterior Insulating Finishing Systems (EIFS), shall be prohibited at the ground floor level for all buildings. Stucco shall be prohibited at the ground floor level for all residential buildings, and a maximum of fifty percent of stucco shall be permitted at the ground floor level for non-residential buildings and mixed-use buildings with non-residential uses at the ground floor.

6. Above the ground floor, no more than 60 percent of any building total façade area shall be clad with synthetic stucco-EIFS or stucco.

7. All vents, gutters, downspouts, flashing, etc., shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent surface. All new buildings shall feature internal leaders for roof drainage and architecturally integrated vents on all street-facing elevations. On street-facing or alley-facing elevations, all exterior vents shall be integrated into soffits or ceilings of balconies, where such features exist.

B. Architectural Elements: Storefront Transparency. All non-residential façades shall be designed to engage the street and generate activity and transparency between the pedestrian realm and businesses. This section does not apply to residential façades, and to broadcasting studio and indoor support facilities (production), warehouse, light manufacturing and heavy manufacturing buildings. All non-residential façades shall comply with the following transparency standards:

1. Façades that face the street or publicly accessible open space are required to provide a minimum of 75 percent transparency along Central Avenue, San Fernando Road, and Los Feliz Road, and a minimum of 60 percent transparency on all other streets, as specified below:
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a. No dark-tinted or opaque glazing for any required wall opening (i.e., doors and windows, except driveways) along street level facades is allowed. Dark- tinted and opaque windows shall be defined as having less than a minimum visible transmittance of 70 percent, including any tint, treatment, or application on glazing in accordance with standards established by the National Fenestration Rating Council.
b. Spandrel glass, façade mounted public art or living landscaped green walls, or combination thereof, may be used to count towards a maximum of 25 percent of the required transparency standard.

2. The following shall be used to determine the required façade transparency area:
a. The horizontal length of the frontage shall only include the HVAC- conditioned non-residential portions of the façade that are located on the ground floor and front a street or publicly accessible open space. b. The horizontal length measurement excludes any ground floor residential use frontages, utility rooms, stairs and elevator shafts, loading, parking access driveways, or garage doors.
c. The vertical height of the façade frontage used for calculating the transparency requirement shall be measured between the adjacent finished floor and the finished ceiling.
d. All window and door parts including the frame, jamb, head, sill, mullions, muntins, and glazing shall comprise an opening. Any decorative window or door trim around the window or door frame shall be not included as part of the opening calculation.

3. Where it is infeasible to provide glazing, such as a parking garage building screening wall, trash room, mechanical room, or utility room, landscaping with a minimum dimension of 18-inches in depth and a width equivalent to 75 percent of the wall, where door access is not required, shall be provided to soften the appearance of a blank wall on the ground floor. Landscaping shall have a minimum mature height of four feet within three years of planting or climbing vines to achieve a wall screening with a minimum wall coverage of 75 percent. 382 of 487

FIGURE 30.16.070-A

NON-RESIDENTIAL STOREFRONT TRANSPARENCY STANDARDS
C. Architectural Elements: Building Entries and Lobbies. Building entries and lobbies provide visual cues to building entrances and landmarks for pedestrians.

Entries and lobbies can be used to generate visual interest and modulation in a building façade. Building entries and lobbies shall be designed to create visual reference points that emphasize the building entrance in compliance with the following standards:
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1. All Building Entries and Lobby Entrances. The following standards apply to all ground floors entries of a new building:
a. Entries and lobby entrances shall incorporate at least one design feature such as a canopy, marquee, or other architectural feature that creates visual prominence.
b. The primary entrance path to a building lobby entrance shall be distinct and unique from the adjacent public realm paving.
c. Primary building entries shall be directly accessible from the public realm or publicly accessible open space. Primary entrance(s) that front publicly accessible open space shall have direct sightlines and a path of continuous and unobstructed pedestrian access to the public realm. d. Primary building entries are prohibited from alleys, driveways, at-grade parking lots, or parking structures.
e. Wheelchair ramps or wheelchair lifts (elevator), when required, shall be architecturally integrated into the design of the building and site plan.

FIGURE 30.16.070-B

NON-RESIDENTIAL BUILDING ENTRIES

2. Residential Entries. The following standards apply to the ground floor residential portions of street-facing or publicly accessible open space-facing elevations of residential or mixed-use buildings. For residential uses, the primary entrance of a building is defined as a door or doors which provide primary access to a ground floor residential lobby. Individual entries are also permitted for private residential units.
a. Multi-family residential building lobbies shall be located at the ground floor and directly accessible from the public realm, publicly accessible open space, or residential setback.
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b. Individual unit entries fronting the adjacent public realm shall be setback a minimum of five feet from the build-to line.
c. Individual residential entries are permitted to be accessed directly from the public realm and shall have a minimum walkway, ramp, and/or stairs width of four feet for single unit entries.
d. Entry porches, stoops, and terraces, not including stairs, for individual entries, shall be a minimum of 20 square feet.
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FIGURE 30.16.070-B

RESIDENTIAL ENTRIES
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D. Architectural Elements: Canopies, Awnings and Marquees. Canopies, awnings and marquees function as an extension of the public sidewalk, providing shade, shelter from inclement weather, and a sense of enclosure to the public realm. Such elements also provide a visual reference to entrances or other important facade elements. All new canopy, awning and marquees installations shall comply with the following standards:

1. A minimum of 50 percent of the street elevations for ground floor non-residential uses shall include canopies, awnings or marquees, where the non-residential tenant space is directly abutting the public realm or the publicly accessible open space, except when the non-residential uses are recessed from the floors above by an arcade a minimum of six feet.

2. Public realm fronting canopies, awnings or marquees shall be installed a minimum of eight feet and a maximum of 14 feet above the public realm grade, measured from the bottom of the canopy or awning to the adjacent grade.

3. Ground floor public realm fronting canopies, awnings or marquees are permitted to project beyond street front property lines. Canopy supporting posts or columns are prohibited within the public realm.

4. No more than two materials and two colors shall be utilized for all new canopies, awnings and marquees.

5. Interior-illuminated vinyl awnings are prohibited. Any integrated light fixture within a canopy or awning shall direct light downward toward the sidewalk or facade.

E. Architectural Elements: Balconies. Balconies provide important outdoor private space for residential units and visual interest to façade designs, in addition to depth and rhythm. All new balconies shall comply with the following standards:

1. All balconies shall be recessed into the adjacent building façade plane. The maximum projection shall be 50 percent of the balcony’s full depth or five feet, whichever is less.

2. No balconies shall project over the public right-of-way or public realm sidewalk zone.

3. All balconies shall include facias and soffits. See GMC 30.16.070.A.7 for venting systems built into the soffits.

F. Architectural Elements: Fenestration. Fenestration is the arrangement, proportioning, and design of windows and doors in a building. Fenestration patterns foster an identifiable building character and promote quality design. Window designs enhance façade modulation and emphasize changes in scale and materials. All fenestration patterns, including any glazed openings, window, and door frames shall correlate with massing and scale standards in Section 30.16.050.

All new window and door openings shall comply with the following standards:

1. Residential. For residential uses, a minimum of 50 percent of all window and door openings between the ground floor and 50 feet above grade shall be recessed or project a minimum of two inches. The recess shall be measured from the outer face of the window or door glazing to the outer edge of the 387 of 487

primary façade cladding surface. Internal grid windows and EIFs clad window trim are prohibited.

2. Non-Residential.
a. Uninterrupted ground floor storefront or curtain wall window and door systems shall be limited to a maximum of 50 feet in length. b. Storefront systems and curtain walls shall be recessed a minimum of six inches from the primary façade, columns, or pilasters of the building where buildings are constructed at the build-to line.

G. Architectural Elements: Freestanding Walls, Fences and Gates. Freestanding walls, fences, and gates define and screen yards, walkways, and outdoors areas.

Design of all freestanding walls, fences, gates shall minimize the visual impact of parking facilities, provide privacy, and security. As such, the design of such barriers must be considered when addressing the streetscape experience. All walls, fences, and gates shall comply with Chapter 30.30.010 and the following standards:

1. The design of all freestanding fences, walls, gates, and garage doors shall match and be integrated with the overall building design and shall be a maximum 50% solid, when visible from the public realm, with the exception of fences, walls and gates adjacent to alleys that may exceed the 50% maximum.

2. All freestanding exterior gates or fences shall be located a minimum of two feet behind any build-to line or the adjacent street-fronting building façade plane, whichever is setback farther from the street front or side street property line.

3. All freestanding at-grade parking lot screening walls and fences shall be a minimum of four feet and a maximum of eight feet in height.

4. All driveway gates fronting the public realm shall be equipped with vehicle activated warning beacons, bells and light devices.

5. Chain link fences are prohibited.

H. Architectural Elements: Trash Enclosures. Trash enclosures are necessary to ensure that trash areas are properly screened from public view. Trash enclosures shall comply with the Section 30.30.030 and the following standards:

1. Trash collection areas shall be located away or screened from adjacent streets.

2. Where possible, trash enclosure shall be enclosed within the building.

3. Trash enclosures are not permitted adjacent to any publicly accessible open space area or public realm.

4. Sizes and dimensions of trash enclosures shall be regulated by the Building and Safety and Integrated Waste Divisions.

I. Architectural Elements: Utilities. Utilities are necessary to the function and operation of any building. They can also, when not properly integrated, detract from the aesthetic quality of an urban environment or pose hazards to pedestrians. All utility installations shall comply with the following standards:

1. All mechanical equipment, including electrical and gas meters, shall be screened from view from the public realm and publicly accessible open space.

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2. Gas, water, and electrical meter panels are prohibited to project into the public realm. Gas, water, and electrical utilities shall be integrated into the building facade and not freestanding.

3. Electrical transformers shall be either underground, enclosed within the building, or located adjacent to alley wherever present.

4. If electrical transformers are located fronting the public realm, transformers shall be enclosed and incorporated as part of the building façade or screened by a combination of landscaping and decorative walls. Landscaping shall be composed of tall shrubs with a minimum mature height of four feet within three years of planting or climbing vines to achieve a wall screening with a minimum wall coverage of 75 percent.

5. Electrical transformers, mechanical equipment, backflow prevention devices, and other utility equipment shall not be located within or directly adjacent to a designated publicly accessible open space, or within the building adjacent zone.

J. Architectural Elements: Outdoor Lighting. Lighting can create a unique aesthetic, highlight the design of a building, provide Illumination for business operations, and enhance safety for pedestrians and other users, while minimizing impacts of light glare, pollution and trespass. All new lighting shall comply with the following standards:

1. Outdoor light fixtures shall be fully shielded from the top so that light is directed downward and confined to the development site. Outdoor light shall not spill over onto adjacent properties or the public realm.

2. Lighting shall not exceed the maximum permitted building height of the applicable TOD district. Lighting for uncovered parking areas, vehicle accessways and walkways shall not exceed a height of sixteen (16) feet, and the current Glendale Building & Safety Code.

K. Architectural Elements: Rooftop Equipment. All rooftop equipment shall comply with Section 30.30.020.B. Rooftop equipment that is not able to be concealed within the architecture of the building shall be located a minimum of 20 feet away from any building edge and screened from view behind a parapet wall or through the use of screens. Solar energy equipment, as defined in this title, shall not be considered rooftop equipment.

L. Solar energy equipment. All solar energy equipment must comply with Section

30.30.050 (Solar energy equipment).

30.16.080 TOD District Open Space and Landscaping.

A. Publicly Accessible Open Space Standards. Well-designed open spaces are vital to an urban environment to provide relief and landscaping in contrast to the built forms and streets. The following standards have been identified to encourage the creation of publicly accessible open space, as well as outdoor activity areas in conjunction with private development.
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1. Applicability. All new development on lots with a street frontage greater than 60 feet in width shall provide the minimum amount of publicly accessible open space pursuant to Section 30.16.050.C (TOD District Site Planning).

2. General Standards.
a. The design of publicly accessible open space open space shall be integrated into the overall design concept of new development and surrounding buildings, and any existing open space.
b. A minimum of seventy-five percent of the required publicly accessible open space shall be level with the adjacent public realm zone. The remainder shall not be greater than three feet above the adjacent public realm zone’s grade.
c. A combination of paved and/or landscaped open space seating, gathering, or circulation areas are permitted in the publicly accessible open space except not greater than 10 percent of the contiguous open space shall be composed of circulation areas (paths of travel, including ADA ramps). d. The publicly accessible open space shall be open and accessible to the public at a minimum from 7 AM to 10 PM. The publicly accessible open space shall be posted with signage identifying the open space as a public amenity and the hours of accessibility.
e. Security fences and gates shall not obstruct access from the public realm during open hours. Fences and walls shall be more than seventy-five (75) percent clear and visually transparent (i.e., not made of opaque, tinted or etched glass or other similar materials or obstructed by landscaping) and shall not be greater than six feet in height.
f. Raised planters located along the perimeter of the required publicly accessible open space shall not exceed 25% of the linear perimeter length and shall be a maximum of 24 inches in height.
g. Applicants will be required to enter into a statutory development agreement or covenant with the City, specifying that that any required publicly accessible open space area shall comply with the intent and standards of the open space regulations.

2. Publicly Accessible Open Space Courtyards and Plazas. Publicly accessible open space courtyards and plazas are outdoor rooms designed for public use and are defined by surrounding buildings and/or streets. The primary functions of a courtyard or plaza is to provide an opportunity for people to engage in diverse social interactions and activities, establish public spaces for relief and relaxation, expand and reinforce the public realm, and contribute to the livability of the Tropico TOD Districts. During the overall project design process, the proposed use and design of courtyards and plazas should be explicitly defined and shall comply with the established design standards. a. Materials.
i. Courtyards and plazas shall be of high-quality materials. Careful detailing shall include consideration of materials, their durability and appearance. No more than 25 percent of the area may be paved in standard (non-decorative) concrete.
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ii. Street-level facade materials and colors standards (see Section

30.16.060.A) shall be applied to façades that front onto publicly accessible open space.
b. Landscaping.
i. At least 25 percent of the courtyard surface shall be landscaped with live vegetation. All landscaped areas shall contain a combination of low, medium, and tall plant materials.
ii. A minimum of one 36-inch box shade tree shall be provided per 600 square feet of public open space in a planting area of at least six feet in length, six feet in width, and three feet depth. At the time of planting, trees shall be at least 12-feet tall with a two-inch caliper, six inches above the topmost root.
iii. A maximum of 25 percent of the required landscaping shall be in raised planters or pots; the remaining planting areas shall be at the same elevation as the adjacent paving. Planted areas may berm up within the perimeter at no more than a 3:1 slope. Planting and soils area shall have a minimum length, width, diameter and depth of 24 inches. Where a tree is planted the minimum area and depth shall be increased to 48 inches by 48 inches by 36 inches. Planters shall have a 12-inch ledge for seating.
iv. The property owner shall maintain open space and landscaping in an orderly and healthy condition, free of weeds and debris, within the publicly accessible open space.
c. Amenities.
i. Seating at the ratio of one seat per 200 square feet of courtyard or plaza area shall be provided, in addition to any permitted outdoor dining, in dispersed locations throughout the space. Seating shall be either movable chairs, or fixed seats or benches, where such seats shall be 18 lineal inches each. Movable seating is strongly encouraged. This requirement shall not include the seating provided by the planter ledge.
ii. Storefront and unit entries fronting on the open space shall be designed and lighted to address safety and avoid unsafe conditions such as limited visibility, poor illumination, or dark corners. iii. A minimum of 50 percent of the open space shall have access to sunlight for the duration of daylight hours. Freestanding shading devices (single installation on the ground, such as trellis, patio covers, etc.) shall be permitted within the open space, provided no more than 25 percent of the open space is covered.
iv. Open space courtyards and plazas shall be well-illuminated at night with pedestrian-scaled lighting to address public safety. Fixtures may include low-level lights, overhead lights attached to building walls, low- level bollard lights or overhead wall-mounted fixture for a well illuminated area.
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v. A special feature (public art, water feature, specimen tree, or other such focal point) shall be provided for each publicly accessible open space plaza or courtyard.

3. Publicly Accessible Open Space Paseos. Publicly accessible open space paseos are pedestrian passages that serve as a break in larger blocks, provide mid-block crossings, or access to interior courtyards. Paseos are typically separated from vehicular traffic thus enhancing the pedestrian experience regarding safety and reduced vehicular noise. When paseos are adjacent to large buildings or structures, the sense of enclosure and relative shade allows for paseos to be an attractive alternative to street retail. Paseos should comply with the following design standards:
a. Materials.
i. Decorative paving compatible with the colors and materials of the adjacent structures shall be installed with no more than 50 percent of the paseo being paved in standard (non-decorative) concrete. ii. Street-level facade material and color standards (see Section

30.16.060.A) shall be applied to façades that front onto publicly accessible open space.
b. Landscaping.
i. A minimum of 10% of the paseo area shall be landscaped with live landscaping. All landscaped areas shall contain a combination of low, medium, and tall plant materials.
ii. A minimum of one 24-inch box shade tree of a two-inch caliper trunk diameter, 10 feet in height, shall be installed per 750 square feet of paseo area.
iii. Planting and soils area shall have a minimum length, width, diameter and depth of 24 inches. Where a tree is planted the minimum area and depth shall be increased to 48 inches by 48 inches by 36 inches. iv. The property owner shall maintain open space and landscaping in an orderly and healthy condition, free of weeds and debris, within the publicly accessible open space.
c. Amenities.
i. Seating at the ratio of one seat per 200 square feet of paseo area shall be provided, in addition to any permitted outdoor dining, in dispersed locations throughout the space. Seating shall be either movable chairs, or fixed seats or benches, where such seats shall be construed to be 18 lineal inches each. Movable seating is strongly encouraged.
ii. All storefronts, unit entries or stoops fronting onto the paseo shall be designed and lighted to address safety and avoid unsafe conditions such as limited visibility, poor illumination, or dark corners. iii. A minimum of 75 percent of the open space shall have access to sunlight for the duration of daylight hours. Freestanding shading devices (single installation on the ground, such as trellis, patio covers, 392 of 487

etc.) shall be permitted within the open space, provided no more than 25 percent of the open space is covered.
iv. Open space shall be well-illuminated at night with pedestrian-scaled lighting to address public safety. Fixtures may include low-level lights, overhead lights attached to building walls, low-level bollard lights or overhead wall-mounted fixture for a well illuminated area. v. A special feature (public art, water feature, specimen tree, or other such focal point) shall be provided for each publicly accessible open space paseo.

B. Residential Open Space Standards. Additional open space is required for mixed- use and multi-family residential developments to ensure a quality of life standard, and access to light and air for building residents, occupants, and guests.

1. Applicability. New residential development shall meet the requirements of Section 30.16.080.A (Publicly Accessible Open Space) and shall also provide additional outdoor space equal to a minimum of 140 square feet per residential and/or live work unit.

2. General Standards.
a. Required residential open space may be provided as: publicly accessible open space (above the minimum requirement), common open space (interior courtyards, paseos, and rooftop decks), private outdoor space (balconies, decks, and patios), or a combination thereof. b. A minimum of 10 percent of the required open space for residential development shall be located at the ground floor.

3. Residential Common Open Space. Common open space provided in the form of interior courtyards or rooftop decks shall be designed as one or two large, contiguous spaces and not many scattered, separate spaces and shall comply with the following:
a. Open space must be designed for a mix of active and passive uses and/or activities.
c. Seating is to be provided through the use of portable or fixed site furniture or ledges along planters and/or fountains.
d. Open space shall be inviting and well-illuminated at night with pedestrian- scaled lighting to address public safety. Fixtures may include low-level lights and overhead lights attached to building walls.

4. Residential Private Open Space. Private open space provided in the form of balconies, decks, terraces, or patios shall comply with the following:
a. Private open space shall have a minimum area of 40 square feet and a minimum length or width of four feet. Such private outdoor space shall be directly accessible and an integral part of the dwelling unit which it serves. b. Balconies must comply with the design standards of Chapter 30.16.070.F.

5. Residential Landscaping Standards.
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landscaped with live landscaping. All landscaped areas shall contain a combination of low, medium, and tall plant materials.
b. A minimum of one 24-inch box shade tree of a two-inch caliper trunk diameter, 10 feet in height, shall be provided per 1,000 square feet of residential common open space.
c. Permanent landscaping shall consist of landscaped areas at the ground level or in planters having a minimum length, width, diameter, and depth of 24 inches, except where a tree is required, at which point the area and depth shall be increased to a minimum of 48 inches by 48 inches by 36 inches.
d. Landscaping is required in the setback area for individual residential units on the ground floor, except for where a walkway, ramp, stoop, or stairs are directly adjacent to the public realm. Landscaping shall be of various heights to screen the residential unit walls and stoops.

SECTION 2. Section 30.10.010 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.10.010 Zones—Glendale.

In order to carry out the purposes and provisions herein stated, the city is divided into several zones, known and designated as follows:

A. Residential Zones.

ROS Residential Open Space Zone
R1R Restricted Residential Zone
R1 Residential Zone
R-3050 Moderate Density Residential Zone
R-2250 Medium Density Residential Zone
R-1650 Medium-High Density Residential Zone
R-1250 High Density Residential Zone
B. Commercial Zones.

C1 Neighborhood Commercial Zone
C2 Community Commercial Zone
C3 Commercial Service Zone
CR Commercial Retail Zone
CPD Commercial Planned Development Zone
CH Commercial Hillside Zone
CA Commercial Auto Zone
C. Industrial Zones.

IND Industrial Zone
T Transportation Zone
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D. Mixed Use Zones.

IMU Industrial/Commercial Mixed Use Zone
IMU-R Industrial/Commercial-Residential Mixed Use Zone
SFMU Commercial/Residential Mixed Use Zone
DSP Downtown Specific Plan Zone
E. Special Use Districts.

SR Special Recreation Zone
CE Commercial Equestrian Zone
CEM Cemetery Zone
MS Medical Service Zone
F. Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Districts.

TOD I Transit Oriented Development District I
TOD II Transit Oriented Development District II
E. Overlay Zones.

PRD Planned Residential Development Overlay Zone
H Horse Overlay Zone
P Parking Overlay Zone
PS Parking Structure Overlay Zone
PPD Precise Plan of Design Overlay Zone
HD Historic District Overlay Zone
SECTION 3. Section 30.30.010 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.30.010 Fences and walls.

A. Fences and Walls in Residential, and Mixed Use and TOD Zones.

1. In the ROS, R1, R1R, R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, DSP, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zones, no fence or wall shall be electrically charged or made of any sharp-edged materials, barbed wire, razor wire, chicken wire or fiber glass.

2. Fences and walls over three (3) feet in height are subject to Chapter 30.47 in addition to the following requirements in ROS, R1R, and R1 zones:
a. Materials. Fences and walls shall be made of wood, masonry, decorative metal (for example, wrought iron), and other decorative materials approved by the director of community development; and
b. In addition to the above materials, chain-link may be permitted if screened from view from adjacent parcels by vegetation. Chain-link, without vegetation, shall be permitted for tennis courts and other recreational facilities. Chain-link shall not be permitted if visible from the public street immediately adjacent to the property.
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B. Retaining Walls and Cribwalls in the ROS and R1R Zones. The following regulations shall apply in the ROS and R1R zones:

1. Materials. All exposed retaining walls and cribwalls which may be visible to surrounding properties or streets shall be constructed with stone, textured poured concrete, or textured decorative colored masonry block with colored grout where grout is used to blend with the color of the natural hillside.

2. Height restrictions.
a. Retaining walls are subject to the following height restrictions in addition to the height restriction in Section 30.11.070
i. Retaining walls which have a toe within fifteen (15) feet of a street front and street side property line and run essentially parallel to the street may have a maximum exposed height of five (5) feet at any point along the wall. An additional two (2) feet in height is permitted when the wall is faced with a decorative masonry or stone, subject to approval of the director of community development. A maximum of two (2) successive walls are permitted, provided that they are at least five (5) feet apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness.
ii. Retaining walls which are hidden from view from the public street by primary or accessory structures that are upslope from their public street access may have a maximum exposed height of fifteen (15) feet at any point along the wall. Successive hidden retaining walls may not exceed a total combined exposed height of fifteen (15) feet. iii. Retaining walls which do not meet the criteria of subsection i. or ii. above may have a maximum exposed height of five (5) feet at any point along the wall except within five (5) feet of an interior property line, retaining walls are limited to three (3) feet in height. Retaining walls with exposed height are limited to a maximum of three (3) successive walls, provided that they are at least five (5) feet apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness.
b. Landscaped cribwalls are subject to the following height restrictions:
i. Landscaped cribwalls necessary solely for street construction may have a maximum exposed height of ten (10) feet at any point along the wall. Successive landscaped cribwalls in such a situation may not exceed ten (10) feet in combined height;
ii. Landscaped cribwalls which are hidden from view from the public street by primary or accessory structures that are upslope from their public street access may have a maximum height of ten (10) feet at any point along the walls. Successive hidden landscaped cribwalls may not exceed ten (10) feet in combined height;
iii. Landscaped cribwalls which are located at the toe of a fill slope that is at least forty (40) feet from any street may have a maximum height of ten (10) feet at any point along the wall;
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iv. Cribwalls which do not meet the criteria of subsection i., ii., or iii. above may have a maximum exposed height of five (5) feet at any point along the wall. A maximum of three (3) successive walls are permitted, provided that they are at least five (5) feet apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness; and
v. Cribwalls under three (3) feet in height may be located within interior setback areas. Retaining walls under eight (8) feet in visible height may be located no closer than five (5) feet to any interior property line.

C. Fences and Walls in the CH Zone. The following regulations shall apply in the CH zone:

1. Materials. All exposed retaining walls and cribwalls which may be visible to surrounding properties or streets shall be constructed with stone, textured poured concrete, or textured decorative colored masonry block with colored grout where grout is used to blend with the color of the natural hillside; and

2. Height restrictions. Retaining walls and cribwalls shall have a maximum exposed height of five (5) feet at any point along the wall. A maximum of three (3) successive walls are permitted, provided that they are at least five (5) feet apart and have a slope between walls not to exceed 2:1 horizontal to vertical steepness and that they do not exceed a combined height of ten (10) feet.

Fences and garden walls located on top of retaining walls shall have a maximum height of six (6) feet above the actual retaining portion of the retaining walls.

D. Retaining Walls in the R1 Zone. Retaining walls in the R1 zone which are constructed below a down slope wall of a building shall not exceed a height of five (5) feet. See Section 30.11.070 for additional restrictions in required setbacks.

E. Additional Regulations in the H Overlay Zone. For criteria for fences and walls within the street front setback and the street side setback in the H overlay zone, see Section 30.21.040
F. Exhibits for retaining Walls in ROS and R1R Zones. See Exhibits 1 and 2 below. 397 of 487

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SECTION 4. Section 30.30.020 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.30.020 Rooftop equipment.

A. Regulations in ROS, R1, and R1R Zones. No rooftop equipment shall be permitted in the ROS, R1R and R1 zones. Permitted rooftop equipment may be replaced in its existing location. However, replacement shall not mean additional or 399 of 487

larger equipment, or exposed ducting. Solar energy equipment, as defined in this title, shall not be considered rooftop equipment.

B. Regulations in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, C1, C2, C3, CR, CPD, CR, MS, DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU, and TOD Zones. Rooftop equipment shall be completely enclosed on all sides or screened from view of public rights-of-way in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, C1, C2, C3, CR, MS, DSP, CPD, CR, IND, IMU, IMU-R, SFMU and TOD zones. Solar energy equipment, as defined in this title, shall not be considered rooftop equipment.

SECTION 5. Section 30.30.030 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.30.030 Trash collection areas.

The following regulations shall apply in all zones except for the CEM, R1, R1R, ROS, P overlay and SR zones.

A. General Provisions. Trash collection areas shall be enclosed within a building or screened with masonry walls having a minimum height of five and one-half (5½) feet and with an evenly distributed semi-enclosed roof covering at least forty (40) percent of the trash collection area. If a trash collection area is to be within fifty (50) feet of a street right-of-way line or within the front fifty (50) percent of the lot, the access gates or doors shall not directly face the public street. Access gates or doors shall be of opaque material, except in the CR zone. Trash collection areas shall be designed, located or screened so as not to be readily identifiable from adjacent streets or highways. These standards shall not apply to lots containing two (2) or less dwelling units.

B. Alternative Design for Industrial, and Mixed Use and TOD Zones. In the IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zones, trash collection areas may be screened with masonry walls having a minimum height of seven (7) feet, instead of the semi- enclosed roof required in subsection A., above.

C. Alternative Design for the Medical Service Zone. In the MS zone, trash collection areas for a hospital shall be screened from view of the public street or sidewalk immediately adjacent to the property. For all other uses in the MS zone, trash collection areas shall be subject to general provisions in subsection A., above.

SECTION 6. Section 30.30.040 Fences and Walls of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.30.040 Lighting.

A. Regulations in the C1, C2, C3, CR, CPD, CH, CA, DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, SFMU, TOD, MS, P Overlay and PS overlay Zones. In the C1, C2, C3, CR, CPD, CH, CA, DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, SFMU, TOD, MS, P overlay and PS overlay zones lighting for uncovered parking areas, vehicle accessways and walkways shall not exceed a height of sixteen (16) feet. Such overall height shall be measured from the paved parking area surface to the uppermost part of the light standard, including the light 400 of 487

globe. Lighting shall be directed onto the driveways, walkways and parking areas within the development and away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way.

In addition, parking structure rooftop lighting shall be designed and installed to preclude light trespass (lighting intensity exceeding one-half (0.5) foot candle measured at the property line utilizing a light meter held four (4) feet about ground level directed at the light source) onto adjacent property. For additional parking structure lighting standards in the IND, IMU, IMU-R and SFMU zones see Section

30.34.120—Parking structures. Additionally, in the P overlay zone, headlight glare shall be shielded from all surrounding residential properties. The level of lighting on the site shall comply with The Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings, Title 24, of the California Code of Regulations.

B. Regulations in the CE Zone. In the CE zone, lighting shall be directed onto driveways, walkways, paths and public areas within the development and away from surrounding properties and public rights-of-way.

C. Additional Regulations in IND Zone. Flashing, shimmering or flickering light shall be screened from view off-site in the IND zone.

D. Lighting of Temporary Parking Areas. See Section 30.32.140 for additional regulations for temporary parking lots.

SECTION 7. Section 30.31.020 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.31.020 Regulations for all multi-family, commercial, industrial, and mixed use zones, and the CE, and MS and TOD zones.

A. Projects subject to the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance in the California Code of Regulations, Title 23. Waters, Division 2. Department of Water Resources, Chapter 2.7. Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, Section 490 et seq., as may be amended, shall comply with those regulations in addition to all of the regulations in this chapter. In the case of a conflict between the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and this code (including mandates of Title 13), the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance shall prevail, except that in the case of a conflict whereby this code imposes a requirement intended to be more effective in conserving water than the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, this code shall prevail. For all properties and all other projects not subject to the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, the following regulations shall apply in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, C1, C2, C3, CPD, CR, CH, CA, IND, IMU-R, SFMU, MS, and CE zones. For all properties and all other projects not subject to the State Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance in the TOD zone, only subsections 4, 5 and 6 below shall apply. For additional landscaping regulations for the TOD zone, see Chapter 30.16.

1. Landscaping required.
a. All setback areas and other areas not occupied by buildings, parking, driveways, walkways, and other incidental activities shall be landscaped with a majority (more than fifty (50) percent) of plant materials or a combination of plant materials and permeable surfaces and shall be 401 of 487

permanently maintained in a neat and orderly manner. The street setback area shall not be completely paved or covered with gravel. Permeable surfaces are encouraged wherever possible in lieu of impermeable hardscape.
b. Decorative design elements such as fountains, sculptures, planters, rocks or other similar elements may be permitted where they are integral parts of a landscape plan composed of a majority (more than fifty (50) percent) of live plant materials are permitted in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, IMU-R and SFMU zones.
c. Pedestrian walks and vehicular accessways shall be permitted in such landscaped areas. Such areas may not be counted as landscaped open space in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, IMU-R and SFMU zones. d. Useable open space in the form of landscaped setbacks, walkways, patios and landscaped areas within parking lots may be considered in the computation of required landscaping in the CPD zone.
e. When drought tolerant landscaping is used, the live plant material requirement shall be calculated at mature growth of the drought tolerant plants. However, the live plant material calculation for tree canopies shall only include the canopy area as it exists at the time of planting. f. No painting of turf or dirt shall be allowed.

2. Percentage of lot with landscaping. Lots shall be developed with permanently landscaped open space, as follows:

Table 30.31-A
Zone
Minimum percentage of total lot area to be
permanently landscaped open space
R-3050 30%
R-2250, R-1650, R-1250 25%
IMU-R, SFMU, CPD 10%
C1, C2, C3, CR, CH, CA, CE,

CEM, IND, IMU, MS, PS
Overlay
Not Applicable
P Overlay The front and street side setback and landscaping requirements for parking areas in the P overlay zone
shall be subject to the provisions of the residential
zone in which the property is located and/or Chapter

30.32 of this title, whichever is the most restrictive.

3. Permanent landscaping. For the purposes of this chapter, permanent landscaping shall consist of landscaped areas at the ground level or in planters having a minimum length, width, diameter and depth of twenty-four (24) inches.

In the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250, IMU-R and SFMU zones and the PS overlay zone, the soil depth shall be increased to thirty (30) inches minimum in the area where trees are to be planted.

4. Irrigation. Permanent and automatic irrigation facilities shall be provided in all permanent landscaped areas except potted containers.
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5. Preparation of plans and installation of landscaping and irrigation. a. Prior to the issuance of any building permit, all landscape and irrigation plans shall be prepared and wet stamped by an individual who is licensed in the State of California to prepare such plans. All landscaping and irrigation facilities shall be installed and in proper working order according to approved plans prior to the final inspection. In the alternative, a cash bond may be deposited with the building official in an amount not less than the estimated cost of installing said landscaping and irrigation facilities. Should said estimated cost of installing such landscaping and irrigation facilities exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000), an instrument of credit may be deposited with the building official in lieu of a cash bond. Said cash bond or instrument of credit may be released only upon final inspection and approval of said building permit by the building official. b. Prior to the issuance of any temporary or permanent use and occupancy certificate, an individual licensed in the State of California to prepare landscape and irrigation plans shall file a certificate of compliance with the building official certifying that all landscaping and irrigation facilities have been installed in substantial compliance with the approved plans. c. In the event the developer fails to install the landscaping and irrigation facilities for any reason, after having had reasonable time to do so, the building official may notify the developer and thereafter cause said landscaping and irrigation facilities to be installed pursuant to the approved plans and to use the cash bond or instrument of credit to pay for the cost of such installation.

6. Artificial turf. Artificial turf shall not be permitted in any portion of a property located in a commercial, industrial, or special purpose zones (C1, C2, C3, CPD, CR, CH, CA, IND, MS, CEM, SR and CE). Artificial turf shall be permitted on property located in a mixed use zone (IMU, IMU-R, SFMU and DSP) and TOD zone only when not visible from the public street immediately adjacent to the property. Artificial turf shall be permitted in the multi-family zones (R-3050, R-2250, R-1650 and R-1250) as follows:
a. Artificial turf shall be calculated toward the total lot area requirement for landscaping, but shall not be calculated toward the live plant material requirement.
b. Artificial turf shall not be permitted beneath the drip line of tree canopies.

For purposes of this section, “drip line” is defined as the area beneath the extent of the tree canopy at mature growth plus two (2) feet. c. A minimum three (3) foot wide live plant material landscape border shall be required at the street front and street side property line. d. A minimum three (3) foot wide live plant material landscape border shall be required at the base of a building facing a street front or street side setback. e. Artificial turf shall only be permitted on sloped areas less than twenty-five (25) percent.
f. Artificial turf shall imitate a natural turf-like appearance and require the following:
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i. A minimum blend of three (3) colors, predominately green. ii. A minimum blade length of one and one half (1-1/2) inches, with spines and uneven tops.
iii. Infill material shall be a natural material, such as coconut fiber, cork, and sand. No crumb rubber shall be permitted.
g. Artificial turf shall be installed by a qualified state-licensed contractor with a valid landscaping contractors or synthetic products contractors license. h. Artificial turf shall be directed to drain on-site to a permeable area. i. Artificial turf shall be maintained in a clean and orderly condition and shall not contain holes, tears, stains, discoloration, seam separations, uplifted surfaces, heat degradation, or excessive wear.

7. Additional open space requirements for the R-2250, R-1650, and R-1250 zones. On a lot with a minimum width of ninety (90) feet and with a density exceeding the maximum density permitted by code for lots with less than ninety (90) feet in width, an additional nine hundred (900) square foot open space area shall be provided contiguous to a street front/side setback area. For each additional foot of lot width thereafter, or minor fraction area thereof, an additional twenty (20) square feet of such open space area shall be provided.

Said area may be located on top of a subterranean or semi-subterranean garage area and may be “common outdoor space”; may be landscaped; shall be located within the fifty (50) percent of the lot depth/width nearest the front property line or street side property line; shall be visible from the public street; shall not include “private outdoor space”; and shall not include or be located within any required minimum interior, street front or street side setback area.

Planter walls not exceeding a height of thirty (30) inches and railings shall be allowed in this area. The design of such additional open space area shall be integrated with the landscaping of the contiguous street front/side setback area.

Second and third floors may not project into any required additional open space area and shall be proportionally stepped back from said area a minimum of three (3) feet for the second floor and a minimum of six (6) feet for the third floor to preserve the front and side elevation change-of-planes encouraged by this title.

8. Additional requirements for the PS overlay zone. Planter boxes, with a minimum width of twenty-four (24) inches, shall be incorporated into the design along the entire length of each tier of the parking structure facing the street, alley or residential zone. Clinging type vines shall be planted along any solid sheer exterior walls.

SECTION 8. Section 30.32.030 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.030 Parking and loading spaces required—General.

A. Minimum parking Requirements. There shall be provided at the time of the occupancy of any building or structure a minimum number of off-street parking and loading spaces as hereinafter required in this chapter for said building or structure with adequate provision for safe ingress and egress. Furthermore, there shall be 404 of 487

provided at the time of the establishment of any outdoor use area a minimum number of off-street parking and loading spaces as hereinafter required in this chapter for said outdoor use area with adequate provision for safe ingress and egress.

B. Expansion or Remodeling of Building, or Change in Use.

1. Expansion of building or use, generally. Upon change or enlargement of a building, or outdoor use area which creates an increase in the number of dwelling units on a lot, additional floor area, additional floor area devoted to a use, additional outdoor use area, or additional seats, additional parking and loading spaces shall be provided for such new floor area, dwellings, outdoor use area or seats without diminishing the existing parking provided for the existing use, buildings and/or structures unless said parking exceeds the requirements of this chapter.

2. Reduction in parking due to disabilities upgrade. When required solely as a need to upgrade existing parking facilities to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.), Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, the total number of parking spaces may be reduced at the discretion of the director of community development.

3. Addition of floor area to a dwelling unit. Subsection 1. above notwithstanding, addition of floor area to any dwelling unit may be permitted only when the number of off-street parking spaces provided is equal to or greater than the number that would be currently required for the entire building if it were newly constructed, unless an administrative exception is obtained in accordance with Chapter 30.44. Addition of floor area outside of an actual dwelling unit in a common area such as a common laundry room, common recreation room, or common garage on a lot containing more than one (1) dwelling unit shall be permitted without the need to provide any additional parking spaces.

4. Addition of floor area to a historic resource. Additions of floor area up to twenty-five (25) percent of a designated historic resource on the Glendale Register of Historic Resources shall be exempt from the requirements of this subsection. Additional parking shall be provided only for the floor area being added which exceeds a twenty-five (25) percent increase.

5. Change of use, generally. When the use of a building changes to a use that is required by Section 30.32.050 to have the same number of parking spaces as the immediately previous use, no additional parking spaces shall be required for the new use, regardless of the number of spaces actually provided by the previous use, provided that the previous use was legally established and the number of spaces has not decreased. When a change in use requires more off- street parking than the previous use, additional parking spaces shall be provided equal in number to the difference between the total number of spaces required by the new use and the number of spaces required for the immediately previous use. When a change in use requires less off-street parking than the previous use, no additional parking spaces are required.

C. Change of Use, Exceptions. Upon the change of use of an existing building, or lot, or a portion of a building, or lot, additional parking and loading spaces shall be 405 of 487

provided for the new use as required by this chapter over and above the number of parking and loading spaces required by this chapter for the prior use only, with the following exceptions:

1. Change of use in a historic resource. Any change of use permitted in a historic resource shall not be required to provide additional parking to that legally required prior to the change of use.

2. Change of use in a space under five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet in all other zones (this rule only applies if there is a zoning use certificate, certificate of use and occupancy or business registration certificate on file for a use/uses that exists at the time of the proposed change of use). The occupancy in any tenant space of less than five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet in all other zones, may be interchanged among the following land uses without the need to provide additional parking beyond that currently provided on-site or in covenanted off-site spaces provided that the final total gross floor area does not exceed five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet in all other zones. For new buildings and structures, uses must be established with a valid business registration certificate for a minimum of one (1) year, from date of issuance. An occupancy that was permitted under this subsection in a space under five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet in all other zones, may not combine with another occupancy to create an occupancy of five thousand (5,000) square feet or more in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet or more in all other zones, without providing the number of parking spaces required by this code. Required parking shall be determined by the last occupancy that did not use this subsection in a space under five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones or two thousand (2,000) square feet in all other zones.

Parking will be determined by subsection 33.32.030B.5.
• Taverns
• Day care centers, limited to two thousand (2,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones
• Offices, general
• Business support services
• Medical and dental offices
• Medical and dental labs
• Nursery and garden supplies
• Restaurants, full service
• Retail and service activities
• Live/work spaces
• Banks and financial institutions
• Manufacturing
• Repair and maintenance, consumer products
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• Gymnasiums and health clubs
• Personal services
• Restaurants, counter service
• Restaurants, fast food, up to five thousand (5,000) square feet in the DSP and TOD zones and up to one thousand (1,000) square feet in all other zones, provided there is no drive-through facility
• Schools, physical instruction

3. Change of use in the CR zone. Any proposed change in occupancy in the “CR” commercial retail zone from an office, retail or service use to a “high-intensity general office/service activity use” as defined herein, shall be required to provide parking and loading spaces as would be required for a new use in full compliance with the standards as specified in this chapter.

4. Change of use in the DSP zone. When the use of a building changes to an art gallery use, as defined by the DSP, no additional parking is required (See Section 30.32.030B.5.).

5. When the use of a space up to ten thousand (10,000) square feet changes from warehousing to manufacturing, no additional parking is required. For new buildings and structures, uses must be established with a valid business registration certificate for a minimum of one (1) year, from the date of issuance.

D. Maintenance of Required Parking. All off-street parking and loading spaces being maintained in connection with any existing main building, structure or use on October 22, 1952 and all parking spaces subsequently required by the zoning ordinance for any building, structure or use shall be maintained as long as said building, structure or use remains, unless an equivalent number of parking and loading spaces is provided conforming to the requirements of this chapter; provided, however, that this regulation shall not require the maintenance of more parking spaces than are herein required for a new building, structure or use. The director of community development may grant an administrative exception pursuant to Section

30.44.020 for the alteration of an existing parking facility to increase the number of parking spaces, where that facility is non-conforming as regards the number of parking spaces, when said alteration may create, continue or exacerbate a non- conformity regarding parking design standards, when, in the opinion of the director of community development, the benefits of the increased number of parking spaces outweighs the impacts of the non-conformity regarding parking design standards.

E. Mixed Use Sites. A site with multiple tenants shall provide the aggregate number of parking spaces required by this chapter for each separate use, except where a reduction of parking is allowed by the reviewing authority in compliance with Section

30.32.080 (reduction of off-street parking requirements). Rounding of quantities of parking spaces shall be done in accordance with Section 30.32.060B.

SECTION 9. Section 30.32.040 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.040 General parking regulations.
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These requirements are intended to ensure adequate parking for residents, and the employees and customers of all businesses.

A. Layout and Access Plan Required. All land use permit applications and any request for new or modified parking facilities shall include a parking layout and access plan, for approval of parking design and layout, access, signage, driveways, landscaping, and screening.

B. Location of Parking. Off-street parking shall be located as follows:

1. All required off-street parking and loading spaces shall be accessible, except for domestic violence shelters, and shall be located on the same lot as the use and/or development requiring such spaces, except as otherwise permitted herein. For the purposes of this chapter, “accessible” shall mean capable of being reached for purposes of parking during hours of operation or occupation by means of the full and unobstructed minimum dimensions as specified herein. Section 30.32.180 Chart VI shall be illustrative of the meaning of “accessible.” Required parking shall be located on the same site as the activities or uses served, unless a parking use permit is obtained in accordance with Chapter 30.51 and Section 30.32.120. In the DSP and TOD zones, off- street parking spaces that are not accessible, i.e., tandem or vertically stacked, shall be permitted as required off-street parking spaces, subject to the following standards:
a. For residential uses, a maximum of fifty (50) percent of the required off- street parking spaces may be tandem or vertically stacked, provided that each set of accessible and tandem or vertically stacked parking spaces shall be assigned to the same residential unit.
b. For nonresidential uses, a maximum of twenty-five (25) percent of the required off-street parking spaces may be tandem or vertically stacked. c. All parking spaces in tandem off-street parking space configurations shall comply with the dimensions in Section 30.32.180, Charts I, II, and III. d. The dimensions of vertically stacked off-street parking spaces shall be subject to the approval of the review authority or the director of community development where there is no other review authority.
e. The use of tandem or vertically stacked parking spaces for nonresidential uses shall require that the operator of the parking facility provide a valet or attendant at all times that the parking is accessible to users, except where the traffic and transportation administrator determines that the nature of the use and its operation will not require attended parking. f. The assignment of tandem or vertically stacked parking spaces and the restrictions of their use shall be the responsibility of the owner of the premises or the owner’s assigned representative, subject to the requirements of this chapter.

2. Off-street parking and loading spaces may not be located within any street setback area, except for domestic violence shelters.

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equipment. Such access shall be a clear minimum width of forty-four (44) inches, no part of which may be within a parking space.

4. When there is more than one (1) dwelling unit for each two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet of lot area or when there are more than four (4) dwelling units in one (1) building on a lot, all required off-street parking spaces for such dwelling units shall be provided in subterranean or semi-subterranean garages, except guest parking spaces which may be located above or below grade. Projects utilizing a garage design that is not subterranean or semi- subterranean shall provide private and direct access to the unit for which the garage is provided and ground level living space shall occupy not less than twenty-five (25) percent of the total unit area. Private and direct access shall mean access through a door directly into the floor area of a unit or access through a private outdoor area of the unit and then through a door into the unit and never through any common area of the project. This code section does not apply for residential and residential mixed-use projects in the DSP or TOD zones.

5. For additional regulations concerning the location of parking in the CPD zone, see Section 30.12.030.

C. Availability. Parking and loading spaces required by this chapter shall be available during all hours of operation, and shall be marked and maintained for parking or loading purposes for such intended use.

1. Persons in control of the operation of a premises for which parking or loading spaces are required by this chapter shall not prevent, prohibit, or restrict other persons from using those spaces for their required parking.

2. Parking shared between uses during simultaneous operating hours may be allowed in accordance with Section 30.32.090, and subject to a parking use permit pursuant to Chapter 30.50.

3. Parking for residential uses shall be maintained for the exclusive use of occupants and their guests, unless otherwise allowed by this code or through the issuance of a request for parking reduction permit pursuant to Chapter

30.50 or a parking use permit pursuant to Chapter 30.51.

D. Maintenance. Parking spaces, driveways, maneuvering aisles, turnaround areas, and landscaping areas shall be maintained free of dust, graffiti, and litter. Striping, paving, walls, light standards, and all other facilities shall be maintained in good condition.

E. Commercial Vehicles in Residential Zones. Not more than one (1) commercial vehicle may be stored, parked or in any manner left on any lot in the ROS, R1R, R1, R-3050, R-2250, R-1650 and R-1250 zones. The size of this vehicle may not exceed either eight (8) feet in width, eight (8) feet in height, or twenty (20) feet in length. Such dimensions shall include the vehicle together with fixtures, accessories or property, with the exception of single-post radio antennas and side mirrors.

SECTION 10. Section 30.32.050 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:
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30.32.050 Minimum number of parking spaces required.

The minimum number of off-street parking spaces provided for any land use shall not be less than the following (see Sections 30.32.171 and 30.32.173 for bicycle parking requirements):

Table 30-32-A
A. Residential Uses.

Residential Uses Number of Required Parking Spaces
Efficiencies of up to 1,500 square feet and 1 bedroom
units - 2 spaces
2 bedroom units - 2 spaces
Efficiencies of 1,501 to 2,000 square feet and 3
bedroom units - 2.5 spaces
Dwelling units in all zones except
the ROS, R1R, R1, and DSP and
TOD zones where more than one
dwelling unit exists on a lot Efficiencies of more than 2,000 square feet and any unit containing 4 or more bedrooms - 3 spaces
Guest parking - 1/4 space per unit for residential
projects of 4 or more units; spaces must be accessible, screened from view of the street, may be unenclosed
and must be clearly identified with the words, “GUEST
PARKING” painted in the space with minimum eight-
inch high letters; if the guest spaces are located
behind security gates a communication system shall
be provided and maintained to allow guests to
communicate with residents to allow for guest
vehicular access through the gates
In the PRD zone, 1 uncovered guest space per
dwelling unit in addition to enclosed parking spaces;
the guest space shall be in close proximity and bear
direct relationship to the dwelling unit for which it is intended; such guest parking space may be located
within the public right-of-way
Dwelling units in all zones except
the ROS, R1R, R1, and DSP, and
TOD zones where more than one
dwelling unit exists on a lot
Guest parking spaces must comply with Building Code
requirements
1 bedroom units - 1 space
Units of 2 bedrooms or more - 2 spaces, except that
only 1 parking space is required for each senior
residential unit
Guest parking - 1 space per 10 units for projects of 10 or more units; spaces must be accessible, screened
from view of the street, may be unenclosed and must
be clearly identified with the words, “GUEST
PARKING” painted in the space with minimum eight-
inch high letters; if the guest spaces are located
behind security gates a communication system shall
be provided and maintained to allow guests to
communicate with residents to allow for guest
vehicular access through the gates
Dwelling units in the DSP and TOD
zone
Guest parking spaces must comply with Building Code
requirements
Senior housing 1 space per unit in projects with more than 1 dwelling unit
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Residential Uses Number of Required Parking Spaces
Dwelling units in the ROS, R1R and
R1 zones
Cumulative Gross Floor Area of dwelling:
0 - 3,499 sq. ft. 2 spaces
3,500 - 5,999 sq.
ft.
3 spaces
6,000 - 7,999 sq.
ft.
4 spaces
Dwelling units in the R-3050, R-
2250, R-1650 and R-1250 zones
where only one dwelling unit exists
on a lot
8,000 + sq. ft. 5 spaces
Domestic violence shelters In the PRD zone, 1 uncovered guest space per dwelling unit in addition to enclosed parking spaces
Residential congregate living,
limited
Any spaces in excess of 2 in the ROS, R1R and R1
zones may be designed in a manner that is not directly
accessible
Residential congregate living,
medical
1 space per 4 beds
Residential congregate living, non-
medical, except for senior housing 1 space for every 3 residents Live/work units
3 spaces for the first 2,000 square feet and 3 spaces
per 1,000 square feet for any additional floor area over 2,000 square feet
Accessory dwelling units (1) 1 space
Note:
(1) For additional parking standards see Section 30.34.080.

B. Commercial Uses.

Commercial Uses Number of Required Parking Spaces
Assembly halls, auditoriums, or
similar places of assembly

28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of seating or
viewing area or 1 space per each 5 fixed seats
Banks and financial institutions
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of financial customer
service area, plus 2.7 spaces per 1,000 square feet of
office floor area
Car washes, full service
10 parking spaces or 1.43 spaces per 1,000 square
feet of floor area, whichever is greater. Car washes
may contain up to 200 square feet of restaurant, fast
food, or restaurant, counter service, without providing parking for that restaurant use
Car washes, self service
1 parking space per washing module plus 2 parking
spaces. The washing module shall not be construed as
a parking space
Children’s indoor play area 10 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area Day care centers

3.0 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area. Of
these required spaces, one space for each 12 clients
the facility is licensed to serve must be marked as
“Drop-off Space - Ten Minute Parking Only - 6-9 a.m.
and 4-7 p.m.”
Gas station
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area; however,
in no event shall less than 3 parking spaces be
provided. No work station used for the repair of
vehicles may be credited toward meeting the parking
requirement
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Commercial Uses Number of Required Parking Spaces
Gymnasium and health clubs and
schools, physical instruction 10 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area Hospitals 1 space per each 2 beds
Hotels and motels 0.8 space per each habitable room
Medical and dental offices and
medical labs with patient visitation
5 spaces per 1,000 square feet;
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet in the DSP and TOD
zones, however, this requirement may be reduced to

2.7 spaces per 1,000 square feet where the medical
office is on a lot that is located within 500 feet of a lot containing a hospital
Medical labs without patient
visitation and dental labs 2.7 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area Museums and cultural art centers 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area Nightclubs

28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of seating or
viewing area or 1 space per each 5 fixed seats;
20 spaces per 1,000 square feet of seating or viewing
area or 1 space per each 5 fixed seats, in the DSP and
TOD zones
Nursery and garden supplies only
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in a
building, plus 1 parking space per each 1,000 square
feet of outdoor storage area
Offices, general, including
psychiatrists, psychologists and
psychotherapists where the primary
use is the treatment of no more than
2 clients at a time by any
practitioner (1)

2.7 spaces per 1,000 square feet;
2 spaces per 1,000 square feet in the DSP and TOD
zones
Private clubs, including banquet
halls

28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of seating or
viewing area
Restaurants, fast food

12.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area;
5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the
DSP and TOD zones
Restaurants, full service
10 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area;
5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the
DSP and TOD zones
Retail and service activities, general
(2)
4 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area;
3 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the
DSP and TOD zones
Stables
1 parking space per each 4 horses, based on the
maximum number of horses stated on the stable
permit
Taverns
10 spaces per 1,000 square feet;
5 spaces per 1,000 square feet in the DSP and TOD
zones
Theaters
1 parking space per each 5 fixed seats, or 28.6 spaces
per 1,000 square feet of floor area where there are no
fixed seats
Notes:
(1) For the purpose of this section, offices, general includes: ambulance services; broadcasting studios and indoor support facilities; contractor’s office; heating and air conditioning sales and service (HVAC); office; office, consumer services; and office of towing and impound yards as defined in Chapter 30.70 - Definitions.
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(2) For the purpose of this section, retail and service activities, general include: adult business uses; arcade establishment; automobile supply stores; billiard establishments; building materials, supplies, sales and service; business support services; cyber-cafe establishment; equipment rental yards; firearms, weapons sales; hardware stores; indoor recreation centers; jewelry stores; liquor stores; massage services; outdoor commercial recreation; paint and wall paper stores; pawnshops; personal services; pet grooming; repair and maintenance, consumer products; restaurant, counter service with limited seating; spas and swimming pools, sales and service; supermarkets; tire stores; vehicle repair garage; vehicle sales, leasing and rental agencies; veterinary offices; and western retail and supply stores as defined in Chapter 30.70 - Definitions.

C. Institutional, Educational or Instructional Uses.

Institutional, Educational or
Instructional Uses
Number of Required Parking Spaces
Places of worship 28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of seating or viewing area
Convalescent homes, extended
care and retirement or rest homes 1 parking space per 4 beds Emergency shelters 1 space for every 10 beds
Mortuaries and funeral homes 14 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area Private pre-schools, kindergarten &
grades 1 through 9 when used
exclusively for this purpose

3.0 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area
Private schools in which any portion
of their instruction includes grades
10 or above

28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area used
for instruction or 1 space per each 5 fixed seats

28.6 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area used
for instruction;Schools, private specialized
education and training 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet if there is no classroom seating, subject to approval of a floor plan
D. Industrial Uses.

Industrial Uses Number of Required Parking Spaces
2 spaces per 1,000 square feet for the first 25,000
square feet of floor area or less;
Industrial, general (1)

1.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area for that portion of a building having more than 25,000 to
50,000 square feet of floor area; and 1.25 spaces per
1,000 square feet of floor area for that portion of a
building more than 50,000 square feet of floor area;

1.25 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the
TOD zones only
Backlots/outdoor facilities 1 space per 1,000 square feet of floor area of any indoor facilities
Office space within manufacturing or
warehousing use, when clearly
incidental to such use and
occupying no more than 40% of the
building
Same parking requirement as the primary use
(manufacturing or warehousing); 2 spaces per 1,000
square feet of floor area in the TOD zones
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Research and development

2.7 spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area; 2
spaces per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the TOD
zones
Warehousing and wholesaling (2)
1 space per 1,000 square feet of floor area; 0.75
space per 1,000 square feet of floor area in the TOD
zones
Notes:
(1) For the purpose of this section, industrial general includes: body shops and painting booths, heavy manufacturing, industrial mixed use large scale projects, kennel animal boarding and daycare, laundries and dry cleaning plants, light manufacturing, printing publishing and lithographic services, recycling and soundstages as defined in Chapter 30.70 - Definitions. (2) For the purpose of this section, warehousing and wholesaling includes: moving services, storage personal facilities, warehousing and wholesaling as defined in Chapter 30.70 - Definitions.

SECTION 11. Section 30.32.070 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.070 Reduction of parking requirements.

This section provides procedures and criteria for the reduction of the off-street parking requirements of this chapter.

A. Allowable Reductions in Parking Space Requirements. The number of off-street parking spaces required by this chapter may be reduced as provided by the following table.

Table 30.32-B
Qualifying Project Feature Description and Criteria for Granting Reduction Mixed Use Projects—A
project combining different
land uses on the same
parcel
A parking reduction may be granted where the hearing officer determines that a reduction is justified based on characteristics of the uses, an hourly parking demand study published by the Urban Land Institute, and/or other appropriate source as determined by the director of community development. The director of community development may require a parking demand study conducted by a licensed traffic engineer or other traffic professional acceptable to the director of community development.

A parking reduction may be granted for the construction of new buildings, and for proposed intensification of use within an existing building that is determined by the hearing officer to be located within a reasonable distance of a city parking facility.

The director of community development may require a parking demand study prepared by a licensed traffic engineer or other traffic professional acceptable to the director of community development. A parking reduction may be granted subject to payment of a fee determined by the city council, if any, based on the type of use and its parking characteristics, including:
a. Peak hours of use and turnover rate;
b. The ability of the use to meet parking requirements through other means;
c. The availability of spaces in a nearby city parking facility; New construction and use
intensification near public
parking
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e. Measures proposed by the applicant to ensure employee and patron use of the city parking facility
Uses adjacent to transit
A parking reduction may be granted for commercial or residential uses proposed adjacent to local or regional mass transit lines or routes, a parking reduction may be granted when the hearing officer determines that a parking demand study provided by the applicant, prepared by an independent licensed traffic engineer or other traffic professional acceptable to the director of community development, justifies the reduction based on documented mass transportation use characteristics of the patrons and employees of the use.

Projects in redevelopment
areas, except if partially or
entirely located in the DSP
zone
The Glendale Redevelopment Agency (in the event the
redevelopment agency is suspended or eliminated, the review authority shall by the city council) or the director of community development may grant exceptions to the minimum number of required parking spaces and parking standards, pursuant to Section 30.32.020, where it can make the findings required in Section 30.32.020
Disabilities upgrade
A parking reduction may be granted for reduction in parking spaces due solely to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, at the discretion of the director of community development, see Section 30.32.030.B.2.

Hospitals
All parcels under hospital ownership in the MS zone may reduce parking where shared use of parking facilities is applicable under Section 30.32.080. Parking reduction permits and parking use permits for a hospital use in the MS zone shall be subject to the approval of the director of community development.

All others
A parking reduction may be granted for any other circumstance where the applicant wishes to request a parking reduction. A parking reduction may be granted where the hearing officer can make the findings required in Section 30.50.040.D.

B. Parking Reduction Procedure. All requests for parking reduction shall be processed pursuant to Chapter 30.50, except requests for parking reductions due to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title III and California Code of Regulations (CCR), California Access Code, Title 24, may be approved by the director of community development without public hearing or notice, and requests for parking exceptions in redevelopment project areas, may be approved by the Glendale Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Section 30.32.020
C. Additional Parking Reductions in the DSP and TOD Zones. In the DSP and TOD zones, projects that are required to provide, or projects that are not required but request to provide, a transportation demand management (TDM) plan pursuant to Section 30.32.171 to the city may request parking reductions based on the total point value to the applicable TDM measures in the table below, subject to approval by the director of community development based on the appropriateness of the measures for the proposed land use and the applicant’s ability to demonstrate the measures’ effectiveness in reducing parking demand:

Table 30.32-B1
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Measures and Point Values 415 of 487

TDM Measures Eligible for
Parking Reductions Incentive
Category/TDM Measure
Summary of TDM Measure
Maximum
Point
Values
Parking
Pricing parking Pricing parking for commuters. 6
Financial Incentives
Subsidized transit Provide free or highly reduced transit passes. 5
Parking cash-out
Employees who do not drive to work are
offered cash value equal to parking
subsidies.
5 Commuter benefit programs Use tax-free dollars to pay for commuting expenses. 4
Free HOV/carpool parking Free parking for HOV or carpools. 1 Automobile Trip Consolidation
Carpool/vanpool programs Shared use of private vehicle or rented/purchased vans. 2
Rideshare matching services Help commuters find travel partners and share costs. 3
Guaranteed ride home
Provide occasional subsidized rides to
commuters to help deal with unexpected
conditions.
3 Shuttle services Shuttle service to/from location and public transit facilities. 4
Scheduling
Telecommute Use of telecommunications to substitute for physical travel. 2
Flextime Employees are allowed some flexibility in
their daily work schedules. 2
Compressed work week Employees work fewer but longer days. 1 Staggered shifts
Shifts are staggered to reduce the number
of employees arriving and leaving at one
time.
1 Promotion
Marketing/outreach
Determining consumer needs/preferences,
creating appropriate products, and
promoting use.
1 Travel training
Provide individualized training/materials on
transit, ridesharing, car sharing, and bicycle
systems.
2 Transport Coordinator Professional who implement and monitor TDM Programs. 3
Multi-Modal Infrastructure
Car sharing Provide access and/or reduced fees for car
sharing facilities. 4
Bike sharing Provide access and/or reduced fees for
bike sharing facilities. 3
On-site amenities Includes showers/lockers, secure bicycle parking, child care services. 2
The following parking reductions shall apply based on the point values from Table 30.32-B1 416 of 487

above, however, a minimum of one (1) accessible off-street parking space per residential unit shall be provided:

Table 30.32-B2
Parking Reductions and Point Thresholds
% Reduction Point Thresholds Annual Monitoring TMA Membership 10% Reduction 6-9 Required Required
20% Reduction
10-14, from at least 3
incentive categories
(as set forth in Table

30.32-B1)
Required Required
30% Reduction
15+, from at least 4
incentive categories,
including at least 1
parking or financial
incentive
Required Required
SECTION 12. Section 30.32.090 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.090 Parking area design and layout standards.

A. Enclosed Parking. Required parking for residential uses, except guest parking and parking for domestic violence shelters, must be fully enclosed, except for entryways to subterranean and semi-subterranean garage and necessary ventilation for parking structures in the R-3050, R-2250, R-1650, R-1250 zones. This shall only apply in all mixed use zones where more than one (1) dwelling unit exists on a lot, and in all residential zones.

B. Width, Length and Aisle Width. Each parking space shall have a width, length and aisle width in accordance with Section 30.32.180 charts I, II, and Ill; provided, however, that parking spaces in excess of the number required herein or as regulated by Section 30.32.040(B) (Location of Parking) may be tandem or vertically stacked parking spaces. Parking spaces used solely for vehicle display and storage of vehicle inventory need not follow minimum space size requirements.

Encroachment onto a required residential (R) zone parking space may be permitted to accommodate structural reinforcement, installation of pipes, vents or other similar improvements for six (6) inches of the length. This subsection shall apply only to retrofitting of existing construction. The encroachment shall not impair the overall usefulness of the parking space or parking area for its intended purpose as a parking space or area.

C. Turning Radius. The outer radius of any turning area to a required parking space into any 1 or 2 car garage shall be a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet. See Section

30.32.180 chart VII.

D. Turning Area. Turning and approach areas for more than two (2) parking spaces shall have a minimum clear dimension illustrated by the letter “D” on Section

30.32.180 charts II and Ill which is set out at the end of this chapter and by this reference made a part hereof, from the nearest end of a parking space to any 417 of 487

property line, structure, obstruction or other parking space, except where such turning space abuts an alley in which case the turning space dimension may include the width of the alley.

E. Vertical Clearance. All parking spaces shall have a minimum seven (7) foot vertical clearance. The front three (3) feet of a parking space in an enclosed garage in a residential zone, however, may have a vertical clearance of four (4) feet. See Section 30.32.180 chart VIII.

F. Slope. No parking space shall exceed a slope of five (5) percent.

G. Back-Up. Direct backing into or out of a parking area to the street shall not be permitted except for parking for three (3) or fewer residential dwelling units where backing onto a street designated as a local street in the circulation element of the Glendale General Plan may be permitted. Direct backing onto any street is permitted for properties with only one (1) single family dwelling. Direct backing into or out a parking area onto an alley is permitted.

H. Drive-Through Waiting Lane. Any drive-up or drive-through bay for in-car service shall be provided with an on-site vehicular waiting lane for each drive-up or drive-through bay having a minimum width of nine (9) feet and a minimum length of one hundred (100) feet to two hundred (200) feet measured from the service window or area for restaurants (counter service with limited seating, fast food or full service), or a minimum length of sixty (60) feet to one hundred twenty (120) feet for uses other than restaurants (fast food or full service), as deemed appropriate by the reviewing authority. In no event shall there be less than sixty (60) feet from the start of the lane and any ordering device. Such drive-through lane shall be a separate lane from the circulation routes and aisles necessary for ingress to or egress from the property or access to any off-street parking spaces. See Section 30.32.180 chart IX.

Drive-through waiting lanes are not permitted in the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP).

I. Gates. Parking lot and parking garage gates shall not move in a direction that interferes with on-street or pedestrian circulation.

J. Landscaping. See Section 30.32.160 for landscaping requirements.

K. Parking Structure Standards in the IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD II Zones. For parking structure standards in the IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD II zones, see Section 30.34.120.

SECTION 13. Section 30.32.171 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.171 Additional trip reduction and travel demand measures in the DSP and TOD zones.

The provisions of this section shall apply in addition to the provisions of Section

30.32.170 in the DSP and TOD zones.

A. Definitions. For the purposes of this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed to them unless otherwise noted:
“AVR.” Average vehicle ridership.
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“Carpool.” A vehicle carrying two (2) to five (5) persons to and from work on a regular schedule.
“Development.” The construction of new floor area.
“Preferential parking.” Parking spaces, designated or assigned through use of a sign or painted space markings for carpools or vanpools, that are provided in a location more convenient to the entrance for the place of employment than parking spaces provided for single-occupant vehicles.
“Transportation demand management (TDM).” The alteration of travel behavior through programs of incentives, services, and policies, including encouraging the use of alternatives to single-occupant vehicles such as public transit, cycling, walking, carpooling/ vanpooling and changes in work schedule that move trips out of the peak period or eliminate them altogether (as in the case in telecommuting or compressed work weeks).
“Trip reduction.” Reduction in the number of work-related trips made by single- occupant vehicles.
“Vanpool.” A vehicle carrying six (6) or more persons to and from work on a regular schedule, and on a prepaid basis.
“Vehicle.” Any motorized form of transportation, including, but not limited to, automobiles, vans, buses and motorcycles.

B. Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to the following developments referred to as Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3, as defined below:

1. Tier 1.
a. All new nonresidential development twenty-five thousand (25,000) square feet or more of gross floor area.
b. Any nonresidential addition of twenty-five thousand (25,000) square feet or more of gross floor area.
c. All new residential development with one hundred (100) units or more, or mixed-use projects with fifty (50) residential units or more and twenty-five thousand (25,000) gross square feet or more of nonresidential floor area. d. Other projects to which the TDM requirements shall be applicable, based on a covenant, development agreement, or other such binding agreement with the city.

2. Tier 2. Developments greater than fifty thousand (50,000) square feet in gross floor area or an expansion resulting in a development greater than fifty thousand (50,000) square feet.

3. Tier 3. Developments exceeding one hundred thousand (100,000) square feet, or an expansion resulting in a development greater than one hundred thousand (100,000) square feet.

C. Requirements. The requirements herein shall apply to Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 projects, as specified in this section, and to projects using the parking reduction measures of Section 30.32.070(C).

1. Transportation demand management (TDM) plan. For Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 projects, prior to the issuance of a building permit or approval of a 419 of 487

development agreement, the project applicant shall develop a transportation demand management (TDM) plan, including a detailed list of facilities and programs that will be implemented, to meet the requirements listed below in this section. The TDM plan shall also include a schedule of implementation for TDM programs, and a budget for both programs and facilities. All programs shall be implemented within one (1) year of initial occupancy.

2. Transportation management association/organization (TMA/TMO). The property owners of Tier l, Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects, and property owners of projects using the parking reduction measures of Section 30.32.070(C), shall become dues-paying members of a designated transportation management association (TMA) or transportation management organization (TMO), and eligible for participation in the programs and activities of the TMA/TMO. Rates shall be set by the Board of the TMA/TMO and adopted by the city council, with the provision that they may be increased annually, based on changes to the consumer price index. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy or of a zoning use certificate for a project, annual dues for the first year of membership shall be paid to the city and then transferred to a designated TMA/TMO. The city shall define performance standards for the designated TMA/TMO to ensure effective administration of the TMA/TMO and communication with and between members of the TMA/TMO. The performance standards shall include the following standards:
a. Completion of an annual AVR survey for all member organizations, with a report provided to the city documenting the results of this survey. b. Assurance that all members of the board are decision makers or their designees, for the organizations they represent.
c. At least four (4) meetings of the board each year, with a quorum present at all meetings.

3. Facilities. The following facilities shall be implemented prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy:
a. Bicycle facilities.
(1) Secure bicycle parking shall be provided for all development subject to the bicycle parking ordinance, at the following rates for various land uses:

Table 30.32—E
Long-term Short-term
Residential with private garage None None
Multifamily residential 1 space per 4 units 1 space per 20 units Retail and personal service uses 1 space per 12,000
square feet
1 space per 5,000
square feet
Supermarkets 1 space per 12,000
square feet
1 space per 2,000
square feet
Office, excluding medical, dental, and
consumer services
1 space per 10,000
square feet
1 space per 20,000
square feet
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“Long-term bicycle facility” means a locker, individually locked enclosure or supervised area within a building providing protection for each bicycle therein from theft, vandalism and weather. “Short-term bicycle facility” means a rack, stand or other device constructed so as to enable the user to secure by locking the frame and one wheel of each bicycle parked therein. Racks must be easily usable with both U-locks and cable locks, must support the bikes in a stable upright position so that a bike, if bumped, will not fall or roll down, and must be constructed in accordance with the provisions of Section 30.32.173(D).
(2) Additionally, Tier 2 developments shall provide a changing room and shower facilities.
b. Pedestrian facilities.
(1) Tier 1 and Tier 2 developments shall provide full pedestrian access to the public sidewalk as required by the zoning code and design guidelines as adopted by the city.
(2) Tier 3 developments shall provide sidewalks or other designated pathways following direct and safe routes from the external pedestrian circulation system to each building in the development. c. Transit facilities.
(1) For Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 developments, the design shall enable safe and convenient access to nearby transit stops and facilities. (2) For Tier 3 developments, a bus stop with shelter and other amenities shall be provided if required by the director of community development.
d. Vehicle facilities.
(1) For Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 developments, preferential parking shall be provided for carpools and vanpools (most proximate to main entrances and/or at a reduced price).
(2) For Tier 3 developments, and for Tier 2 developments at the discretion of the director of community development, a convenient drop-off point for carpools and vanpools shall be provided on site.

4. Programs. The following programs shall be implemented within one (1) year of project completion, following the schedule included in the TDM Plan for the project. All employers shall:
a. Designate an on-site transportation coordinator to be a point of contact with the city and the designated TMA/TMO regarding transportation demand management facilities and programs. For Tier 1 developments with multiple employers, the property manager shall designate an on-site transportation coordinator.
b. Provide an information board or kiosk in a prominent location for employees, residents, and/or visitors, with information about access to all modes of transportation, as well as the activities of the designated TMA/TMO.
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c. In Tier 2 and Tier 3 developments, either provide on-site transit pass sales or a pretax transit pass program.
d. Participate in the guaranteed ride home program of the designated TMA/TMO.
e. Demonstrate proof of compliance with the State of California’s parking cash out law.
f. Develop or participate in a ridesharing program to encourage carpooling and vanpooling.

D. Monitoring. For the purposes of determining whether applicable developments are complying with the provisions of this chapter, the city shall monitor compliance in a manner it deems appropriate and reasonable. Monitoring mechanisms include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. All projects shall submit an annual performance report to the city to validate continued compliance with the requirements of this section. A statistically valid survey shall be conducted of employees and/or residents of the project, to ascertain the level of success in achieving the goals of this section, including a determination of the AVR for that project. The AVR shall be determined according to the requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD). The costs to conduct the survey and produce the report shall be borne by the employer, property owner, or homeowners association, as appropriate.

2. City staff shall confirm to the city council on an annual basis that all projects subject to this section are in compliance with its requirements.

3. City staff shall prepare a summary report evaluating the overall success of achieving the goals of the TDM provisions in this chapter. If the goals are not being met, staff shall propose alternate programs or strategies that could be pursued to achieve these goals. Costs for preparation of staff reports shall be borne by the city.

4. For Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects that fail to achieve an AVR of at least one and one-quarter (1.25), the city shall work with the designated TMA/TMO and the employer to modify their TDM plan to include programs and strategies that are expected to better support achievement of an AVR of at least one and one- quarter (1.25). The city may mandate the implementation of certain programs and strategies until this goal is reached.

SECTION 14. Section 30.32.172 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.172 In-lieu parking fee in the DSP and TOD zones.

A. Applicability. In the downtown specific plan (DSP) and TOD zones only, off-street parking requirements defined in Section 30.32.050 may be satisfied by paying a fee in lieu of each parking space not provided on-site, subject to the following restrictions:
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1. New construction and building expansion projects shall pay a on-time fee prior to the issuance of a building permit.

2. Change of use for which a greater number of off-street parking spaces is required shall pay an annual fee. The first year’s fee shall be paid prior to the earlier issuance of a building permit or a zoning use certificate, and subsequent annual fees shall be paid on the yearly anniversary date of the first payment.

3. New construction and building expansion projects may pay an in-lieu parking fee in order to satisfy any portion up to fifty (50) percent of required parking.

4. Change of use projects may pay an in-lieu parking fee in order to satisfy any portion up to one hundred (100) percent of required parking.

5. The in-lieu parking fee may be used in conjunction with other methods for satisfying the minimum parking requirements.

6. The in-lieu fees payable under this section shall be in the amount set by the council by resolution.

B. Change of Ownership. The in-lieu parking fee shall apply to the land use.

SECTION 15. Section 30.32.0173 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.32.173 Bicycle parking standards in the DSP and TOD zones.

The following bicycle parking standards shall be applicable to all bicycle parking in the DSP and TOD zones:

A. Minimum Number of Bicycle Parking Spaces Required:

Table 30.32—F
Dwelling units in the DSP and
TOD zones 1 space per twenty (20) units.

Office, all 1 space per ten thousand (10,000) square feet of floor area.

B. A maximum of ten (10) percent of the required off-street parking spaces may be replaced with an equal amount of bicycle parking spaces above the minimum number required in subsection A, subject to the approval of the director of community development and provided that a minimum of one (1) off-street parking space per dwelling unit is maintained.

C. A reduction of one (1) required off-street parking space shall be permitted for every five (5) bicycle parking spaces that are provided in excess of the required number of bicycle parking spaces.

D. Location and design of bicycle facilities. All bicycle facilities shall be located and designed as follows, as a minimum:

1. In close proximity to the building entrance and clustered in lots not to exceed sixteen (16) spaces in each lot.
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2. Capable of supporting bicycles in a stable position without damage to the frame, wheels, or other components.

3. Located in highly visible, well-lighted areas to minimize theft and vandalism.

4. Securely anchored to the lot surface so they cannot be easily removed and of sufficient strength to resist theft and vandalism.

5. Not impede pedestrian or vehicular circulation, and incorporated, whenever possible, into the building design.

6. Separated by a physical barrier to protect the bicycle from damage by motor vehicles if located within a vehicle parking area. The physical barrier may be curbs, poles, wheel stops, or other similar features.

7. Bicycle racks shall not be placed too close to a wall or other obstruction so as to make use difficult. A minimum space of twenty-four (24) inches shall be provided beside each parked bicycle to allow access to the bicycles. Adjacent bicycles may share this access.

8. Motor vehicle entrances shall display adequate signs to indicate the availability and location of the bicycle parking facilities.

9. Bicycle parking facilities within a vehicle parking garage shall be located in close view of a parking attendant if the facility has a bicycle attendant.

SECTION 16. Section 30.33.120 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.120 Wall signs.

A. Accessory Wall Signs. The following regulations apply to wall signs for all businesses except gas stations. For regulations concerning signs for gas stations, see Section 30.33.150.

1. Number.
a. For each ground floor occupancy of a building, one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted on each wall which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area; provided, however, that no more than one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted per each dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.
b. For each second floor occupancy of a building, one (1) additional wall sign shall be permitted on each wall which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area; provided, however, that no more than one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted for each occupancy per dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The area of an accessory wall sign on any wall permitted a sign shall not exceed one (1) square foot per foot of length of frontage of each ground floor and above ground floor occupancy which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area; provided, however, that each ground floor and above ground floor occupancy shall be permitted an accessory wall sign area of at least twenty (20) square feet. Nothing in this section shall be 424 of 487

interpreted to permit the computation of allowable sign area on the basis of the sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible lengths.

3. Zoning districts. Accessory wall signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts except residential zones and for residential uses in mixed use zones, except as permitted in Section 30.33.120(C).

4. Location.
a. Accessory wall signs shall only be attached to building walls having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees. No wall sign shall extend more than two (2) feet above any parapet or eave line or have more than fifty (50) percent of its height above any parapet or eave line. b. No wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any required wall opening.

5. Height. The lowest point of any accessory wall sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other traffic way more than six (6) inches from the wall to which it is attached shall be a minimum of seventeen (17) feet above ground.

6. Lighting. Except as provided in subsection B of this subsection, any lighting of accessory wall signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of wall signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached.

The direct illumination of accessory wall signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

7. Miscellaneous. An accessory wall sign shall be erected or constructed so that it is either integrated into the wall, flat against the wall to which it is attached, or projecting not more than ten (10) inches from the wall to which it is attached.

B. Identification Signs (see also Section 30.33.180(B) for Alternative Standards for Projecting Identification Signs).

1. Number. One (1) identification wall sign shall be permitted for each non- residential tenant, non-residential occupant, or live/work unit of a building in addition to one (1) such sign for the building as a whole. Alternatively, a maximum of four (4) such signs for the building as a whole may be permitted if located in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD or DSP zones. Each identification wall sign for the building as a whole located in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD or DSP zones shall be located on a wall which directly faces a freeway, dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area and there shall be no more that one (1) such sign facing a freeway, dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The area of an identification wall sign shall not exceed two (2) square feet for each tenant or occupant of a building and eight (8) square feet for such sign serving the building as a whole; provided, however, in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, the area of each identification wall sign serving the building as a whole shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet. 425 of 487

3. Zoning districts. Identification wall signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts; provided, however, such signs shall not be permitted for tenants and occupants in residential zones.

4. Location. Except in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, identification wall signs shall be erected in compliance with the building setback line established pursuant to the zoning ordinance of this code or by setback ordinance.

5. Lighting. Any lighting of identification wall signs not located in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones shall be by indirect illumination only, in compliance with the electrical code.

In the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, direct and indirect illumination shall be permitted. Any lighting of identification signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of wall signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached. The direct illumination of identification signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

C. Accessory Wall Signs for Residential Leasing or Sales Offices in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP Zones. The following regulations apply to on-site residential leasing or sales offices.

1. Number. One (1) accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign shall be permitted per site if such office is located at ground level on the site.

2. Area. The area of an accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign shall not exceed twenty (20) square feet.

3. Zoning districts. Accessory residential leasing or sales office wall signs shall be permitted for residential uses in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones.

4. Location.
a. Accessory residential leasing or sales office wall signs shall only be attached to building walls having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees. No accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign shall extend more than two (2) feet above any parapet or eave line or have more than fifty (50) percent of its height above any parapet or eave line. b. No accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any required wall opening.

5. Height. The lowest point of any accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other traffic way more than six (6) inches from the wall to which it is attached shall be a minimum of seventeen (17) feet above ground.

6. Lighting. Any lighting of residential leasing or sales office wall signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of residential leasing or sales office wall signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, or function as a decorative element in 426 of 487

keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached.

The direct illumination of residential leasing or sales wall signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

7. Miscellaneous. An accessory residential leasing or sales office wall sign shall be erected or constructed so that it is either integrated into the wall, flat against the wall to which it is attached, or projecting not more than ten (10) inches from the wall to which it is attached.

D. Alternative Accessory Wall Signs in the DSP—Gateway District and DSP— Broadway Center District Only. The following regulations apply alternatively to wall signs as described in subsections A through C above for all businesses, except gas stations, subject to approval of a sign program pursuant to Section 30.33.220.

For regulations concerning gas stations, see Section 30.33.150.

1. Number. For each occupancy of a building, up to one (1) accessory wall sign may be permitted by sign program on the ground and second floor for each building wall which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area; provided, however, that no more than one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted per each dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The area of all accessory wall signs permitted by sign program shall not exceed one (1) square foot per foot of length of frontage of the building for each ground floor and second floor building length which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit computation of allowable sign area on the basis of the sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible lengths.

3. Zoning districts. Accessory wall signs shall be permitted by sign program only in the DSP-Gateway and DSP-Broadway Center Districts.

4. Location.
a. Accessory wall signs shall only be attached to building walls having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees. No wall sign shall extend more than two (2) feet above any parapet or eave line or have more than fifty (50) percent of its height above any parapet or eave line. b. No wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any required wall opening.

5. Height. The lowest point of any accessory wall sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other traffic way more than six (6) inches from the wall to which it is attached shall be a minimum of seventeen (17) feet above ground.

6. Lighting. Except as provided in subsection B of this subsection, any lighting of accessory wall signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of wall signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached.

The direct illumination of accessory wall signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.
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7. Miscellaneous. An accessory wall sign shall be erected or constructed so that it is either integrated into the wall, flat against the wall to which it is attached, or projecting not more than ten (10) inches from the wall to which it is attached.

SECTION 17. Section 30.33.140 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.140 Accessory ground signs.

A. Number. One (1) accessory ground sign shall be permitted for each dedicated street frontage of the site. A maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs shall be permitted per lot or site, regardless of the number of street frontages.

B. Area. An accessory ground sign shall not exceed one (1) square foot per linear foot of site frontage as measured along a right-of-way line. The total aggregate area of the signs shall not exceed forty (40) square feet in the C1 zone and the East Broadway district of the DSP zone and seventy-five (75) square feet in the C2 zone.

The total aggregate area of the signs in zones other than C1 or C2 zones or the East Broadway district of the DSP zone shall not exceed two hundred (200) square feet. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit the computation of allowable sign area on the basis of the sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible frontages.

C. Zoning Districts. Accessory ground signs shall be permitted only in the C1, C2, C3, CR, CH, CA, DSP, TOD, IND, IMU, IMU-R, SFMU, CEM, MS, and SR zoning districts.

D. Locations.

1. No accessory ground sign shall be nearer the street than the building setback line established pursuant to the zoning ordinance of this code or by setback ordinance.

2. On property at any corner formed by intersecting streets, no accessory ground sign shall be erected within that triangular area between the property lines and a diagonal line joining points on the property lines twenty-five (25) feet from the point of their intersection, or in the case of rounded corners, the triangular area between the tangents to the curve at such corner and a diagonal line, joining points on such tangents twenty-five (25) feet from the point of their intersection, if the traffic and transportation administrator determines the erection of a sign in such area will obstruct the view of vehicular traffic approaching the intersection on the intersecting streets. The tangents referred to above are those at the beginning and at the end of the curve at the corner.

3. No portion of any accessory ground sign shall project over or through any portion of the roof, marquee or canopy of any building.

E. Height. An accessory ground sign shall not exceed the following heights:

1. Six (6) feet above ground level in the C1 zone and the East Broadway district of the DSP zone, except on Colorado Street and Glendale Avenue frontage;

2. Eight (8) feet above ground level in the C2 zone;
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3. Twenty-five (25) feet above ground level in zones other than C1 or C2, and, in the DSP zone, the Colorado Street and Glendale Avenue frontages of the East Broadway district and in all other districts of the DSP zone.

F. Lighting. Any lighting of accessory ground signs shall be in compliance with the Electrical Code.

G. Miscellaneous.

1. A maximum of two (2) supporting poles, uprights, posts or braces shall be permitted for an accessory ground sign; provided, however, if such ground sign is located in the area described in subsection (D)(2) of this section, only one (1) supporting pole, upright, post or brace shall be permitted.

2. The lowest point of any accessory ground sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other vehicular traffic way shall be a minimum of fourteen (14) feet above ground level.

3. No accessory ground sign shall be closer than fifteen (15) feet to any other accessory ground sign on the same lot or site.

4. The width of an accessory ground sign shall not exceed twenty (20) feet.

5. All exposed backs or sides shall be suitably covered in order to conceal the structural members and bracing.

SECTION 18. Section 30.33.150 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.150 Gas station signs.

A. Accessory Wall Signs.

1. Number. For each ground floor occupancy of a building, two (2) accessory wall signs shall be permitted on each wall which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The aggregate area of accessory gas station wall signs on any wall permitted a sign shall not exceed one (1) square foot per foot of length of building frontage which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit the computation of allowable sign area on the basis of the sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible lengths.

3. Zoning districts. Accessory gas station wall signs shall be permitted only in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CA, MS, IND, IMU, IMU-R and, SFMU and TOD zoning districts.

4. Location.
a. Accessory wall signs shall only be attached to building walls having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees. No wall sign shall extend more than two (2) feet above any parapet or eave line or have more than fifty (50) percent of its height above any parapet or eave line. b. No wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any required wall. c. No accessory wall sign shall extend beyond the eave or roof line of a building.
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5. Height. The lowest point of any accessory wall sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other traffic way more than six (6) inches from the wall to which it is attached shall be a minimum of seventeen (17) feet above ground.

6. Lighting. Any lighting of wall signs shall be indirect illumination only, in compliance with the electrical code.

7. Miscellaneous. An accessory wall sign shall be erected or constructed so that it is either integrated into the wall, flat against the wall to which it is attached, or projecting not more than ten (10) inches from the wall to which it is attached.

B. Gas Station Accessory Ground Signs.

1. Number. A maximum of three (3) accessory ground signs shall be permitted per gas station site.

2. Area.
a. One (1) accessory ground sign shall not exceed an aggregate area of eighty (80) square feet. Not more than one (1) such sign shall be allowed per gas station site.
b. No other accessory ground sign shall exceed an area of thirty (30) square feet each.

3. Zoning districts. Accessory ground signs shall be permitted only in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CA, MS, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zoning districts.

4. Location.
a. All accessory ground signs shall be located along the property line adjacent to the public right-of-way.
b. Any accessory ground sign located at a corner formed by intersecting streets shall require approval by the traffic and transportation administrator to determine if the erection of a sign in such area will not obstruct the view of vehicular traffic.
c. A maximum of two (2) supporting poles shall be permitted for any accessory ground sign.
d. No accessory ground sign shall be closer than fifty (50) feet to any other accessory ground sign on the same site.

5. Dimensions.
a. The height of any accessory ground sign shall not extend more than twenty- five (25) feet above the ground.
b. The lowest point of any accessory ground sign face located at an intersecting corner formed by intersecting streets shall be a minimum of nine (9) feet above the ground.
c. No accessory ground sign shall exceed a width of ten (10) feet.

6. Format. Copy material, indicating the company brand name, logogram or colors and all other promotional information shall be contained within a contiguous design element.

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C. Gas Station Canopy Signs.

1. Number. For each gas station canopy, one (1) canopy sign and logogram shall be permitted on each side of a canopy which faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The total aggregate area of canopy signs shall not exceed one (1) square foot per foot of length of such canopy to which the sign is attached or a total area of fifty (50) square feet, whichever is less.

3. Zoning districts. Canopy signs shall be permitted only in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CA, MS, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zoning districts.

4. Location. Canopy signs shall only be attached to canopies having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees and shall not extend beyond the ends or extremities of the canopy to which they are attached.

D. Service Station Pump Signs. Signs bearing only the brand name shall be permitted on the fuel pump dispenser units provided they do not exceed an aggregate area of four (4) square feet per pump. All signs located on the pump shall be an integral part of the dispenser unit.

E. Service Station Pump Top Signs.

1. Number. A single dual-faced pump top sign shall be permitted for each fuel pump dispenser unit.

2. Area. The area of a single dual-faced pump top sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet per face.

3. Zoning districts. Pump top signs shall only be permitted in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CA, MS, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zoning districts.

SECTION 19. Section 30.33.180 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.180 Projecting signs.

A. Accessory Projecting Signs.

1. Number. One (1) projecting sign shall be permitted per ground floor occupancy.

2. Area. The area of a projecting sign shall not exceed six (6) square feet, or twelve (12) square feet in the IMU-R, SFMU, and TOD and DSP zones.

3. Zoning Districts. Projecting signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts except the residential zones and for residential uses in mixed use zones.

4. Height. Projecting signs shall have a minimum clearance of eight (8) feet between the bottom of such signs and the ground surface.

5. Lighting. Any lighting of projecting signs not located in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and or DSP zones shall be by direct illumination only, in compliance with the electrical code, and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of projecting signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and 431 of 487

the building to which it is attached. The direct illumination of projecting signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

In the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, direct or indirect illumination shall be permitted, in compliance with the electrical code, and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of projecting signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached.

The direct illumination of projecting signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

6. Miscellaneous.
a. A projecting sign shall not exceed a thickness of six (6) inches or, in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD or DSP zones only, twelve (12) inches. b. A projecting sign must be located a minimum of ten (10) feet from any interior property line which intersects a property line along a right-of-way and a minimum of ten (10) feet from any other projecting sign located on the same building.

B. Projecting Identification Signs Alternative in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP Zones. In the IMU-R, SFMU and DSP zones, identification signs for the building as a whole that are designed as projecting signs, as defined in this chapter, shall be permitted for buildings that are at least thirty (30) feet in height, subject to the standards below. Such signs shall be permitted as an alternative to and not in addition to the identification signs for the building as a whole of Section 30.33.120B.

Notwithstanding any provisions in this section, any projection of such signs over the public right-of-way shall be subject to the provisions of Section 12.08.030— Encroachment permits, of the Glendale Municipal Code.

1. Number. A maximum of four (4) identification signs for the building as a whole shall be permitted. Each projecting identification sign shall be located facing a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area, and there shall be no more than one (1) such sign facing a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

2. Area. The area of each projecting identification sign serving the building as a whole shall not exceed one-half (0.5) square foot per foot of length of frontage of the building which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area.

3. Zoning districts. Projecting identification signs shall be permitted only in the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones.

4. Height. Projecting identification signs shall have a minimum clearance of eight (8) feet between the bottom of such signs and the ground surface.

5. Lighting. Any lighting of projecting identification signs shall be by direct or indirect illumination. Any lighting of identification signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of wall signs shall either 432 of 487

be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and the building to which it is attached. The direct illumination of projecting identification signs shall be subject to approval by the director of community development.

6. Miscellaneous. The maximum allowable projection from the wall surface to which such sign is attached shall not exceed one tenth (1/10) of the building height.

SECTION 20. Section 30.33.190 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.190 Directional and informational signs.

A. Number.

1. Not more than two (2) informational signs shall be permitted per ground floor entrance to a building.

2. One (1) directional sign shall be permitted for each vehicular entrance and exit per lot or site.

3. One (1) gas station directional sign shall be permitted at each vehicular entrance and exit per gas station site.

4. One (1) gas station directional sign shall be permitted for each end of a pump island.

B. Area.

1. No informational sign shall have an area greater than four (4) square feet.

2. No directional sign shall have an area greater than four (4) square feet except for directional signs located over a vehicular entrance or exit of a structure designed and used for the parking of twenty (20) or more motor vehicles.

3. No directional sign located over a vehicular entrance or exit of a structure designed and used for the parking of twenty (20) or more motor vehicles shall have an area greater than one (1) square foot for each foot of driveway width and no such sign shall extend beyond the width of such entrance.

4. Directional or informational gas station signs shall not exceed an area greater than four (4) square feet or a total of eight (8) square feet per pump island.

C. Zoning Districts.

1. Directional and informational signs shall be permitted in all commercial, mixed use, and industrial zones and for property developed with parking lots or structures in the P parking overlay zone and PS parking structure overlay zone.

2. Directional and informational gas station signs shall only be permitted in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CA, MS, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zoning districts.

D. Height.

1. When located on a parking lot the height of a directional sign shall not exceed four (4) feet above the adjacent driveway or parking surface. In this case such a sign must be located a minimum of five (5) feet from the intersection of any driveway and the public right-of-way.
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2. When located at the vehicular entrance or exit of a structure designed for the parking of motor vehicles a directional sign may be located on the wall or in the entryway immediately above such entrance or exit.

3. All informational signs and all other directional signs shall not extend more than three (3) feet above the ground surface.

4. All directional and informational gas station signs shall be limited to a maximum height of nine (9) feet above the ground surface except when located within ten (10) feet of an interior property line where said signs shall not exceed a height of three (3) feet.

E. Lighting. Any lighting of directional or informational signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Any devices or structures used in conjunction with direct illumination of directional and informational signs shall either be concealed from general view, recessed into a building or structure, appear to be landscape accent lighting, or function as a decorative element in keeping with the character of the sign and any building to which it may be attached.

Notwithstanding the above, the lighting of directional and informational signs at gas stations shall be by indirect illumination only.

F. Location. Directional and information gas station signs shall be located on the pump island or perimeter of the site.

30.33.190
SECTION 21. Section 30.33.200 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.200 Temporary signs.

A. Except as otherwise authorized by Section 30.33.130, any temporary sign shall be used as an accessory sign only and for no other purposes. Except as otherwise authorized by Section 30.33.130, temporary wall signs shall not extend over or into any public right-of-way, street, alley, sidewalk or other public thoroughfare.

B. Temporary signs shall not be erected so as to prevent free ingress to or egress from any door, window or fire escape and shall not be attached to any standpipe or fire escape. Temporary signs shall be only ground signs or wall signs. The illumination in any manner of a temporary sign is prohibited.

1. Residential real estate signs.
a. Number. One (1) residential real estate sign per dedicated street frontage not to exceed two (2) signs shall be permitted for each property being advertised for rent, lease or sale.
b. Area. The area of a residential real estate sign, including riders, shall not exceed six (6) square feet. A maximum of two (2) faces, neither having a sign face exceeding four (4) feet in any direction, shall be permitted. c. Zoning districts. Residential real estate signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts.
d. Height. The height of a residential real estate sign or residential real estate sign structure shall not exceed six (6) feet above ground level. 434 of 487

e. Miscellaneous. A residential real estate sign shall be permitted to remain on the premises for a time period not to exceed one hundred twenty (120) days, or ten (10) days after the opening of escrow, whichever is longer.

2. Construction, commercial and industrial real estate signs. a. Number. One (1) construction, commercial or industrial real estate sign shall be permitted for each three hundred (300) feet of dedicated street frontage; however, each lot or site shall be permitted at least one (1) such sign, regardless of street frontage.
b. Area. The area of a construction, commercial or industrial real estate sign shall not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet for lots or sites less than five (5) acres in area and shall not exceed sixty-four (64) square feet for other lots or sites.
c. Zoning districts. Construction signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts.

Commercial and industrial real estate signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts except residential zones and for residential uses in mixed use zones.
d. Height. The height of a sign or sign structure advertising construction, commercial or industrial real estate shall not exceed twelve (12) feet above ground level.
e. Miscellaneous. Construction, commercial and industrial real estate signs shall be permitted to remain on the lot or site until all use and occupancy permits for such lot or site have been issued.

3. Subdivision signs.
a. Number. One (1) subdivision sign shall be permitted at each street entrance to a subdivision.
b. Area. The area of a subdivision sign shall not exceed sixty-four (64) square feet.
c. Zoning districts. Subdivision signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts. d. Location. No subdivision sign shall be nearer the street than the building setback line established pursuant to the zoning ordinance of this code or by setback ordinance. No other signs shall be permitted within the subdivision except residential real estate signs, directional signs and informational signs.
e. Height. The height of a subdivision sign or subdivision sign structure shall not exceed sixteen (16) feet above ground level.
f. Miscellaneous. Subdivision signs shall be removed upon the sale of all of the subdivision lots.

4. Christmas tree sales lot signs and pumpkin sales lot signs. a. Number. One (1) Christmas tree sales lot sign or pumpkin sales lot sign shall be permitted per site.
b. Area. The area of a Christmas tree sales lot sign or pumpkin sales lot sign shall not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet except nothing in this section 435 of 487

shall prohibit the use of a double-faced sign so long as the area of each face does not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet.
c. Zoning districts. Christmas tree sales lot signs and pumpkin sales lot signs shall be permitted only in the C1, C2, C3, CH, CBD, CR, CE, MS, DSP, TOD, IND, IMU, IMU-R and SFMU zoning districts.
d. Height. The height of a Christmas tree sales lot sign or Christmas tree sales lot sign structure and the height of a pumpkin sales lot sign or pumpkin sales lot sign structure shall not exceed twelve (12) feet above ground level. e. Miscellaneous. Christmas tree sales lot signs shall only be displayed between November 1st and January 9th. Pumpkin sales lot signs shall only be displayed between October 15th and November 1st.

30.33.200
SECTION 22. Section 30.33.210 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.210 Miscellaneous signs.

A. Awning Signs.

1. Number. One (1) awning sign shall be permitted per awning.

2. Area. The area of an awning sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet.

3. Zoning districts. Awning signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts except residential zones and for residential uses in mixed use zones.

4. Height. The height of the face of an awning sign shall not exceed one (1) foot.

5. Miscellaneous.
a. Awning signs may be painted, placed or installed upon the vertically hanging border only of an awning, provided that such signs shall not extend above or below such hanging border.
b. Awning signs shall be of permanent matter.
c. No advertising shall be placed on any awning except the name of the owner and business, logogram and industry or pursuit conducted within the premises.
d. Backlighting of awnings which illuminates only a specific area or part of an awning which contains a sign shall be prohibited.

B. Window Signs.

1. Number. For each ground floor occupancy of a building, one (1) illuminated window sign shall be permitted in each window to a maximum of two (2) which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking lot area. This section shall not permit illuminated advertising signs for alcoholic beverages at gas stations that are prohibited by state law. A maximum of two (2) illuminated window signs shall be permitted per establishment. A neon border being placed around the perimeter of a window as a decorative element void of text shall not be construed as sign area. Window signs that are not illuminated shall not be limited in number.
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In the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, one (1) non-illuminated window sign shall be permitted in an on-site residential leasing or sales office. Such leasing or sales office shall be located at ground level and shall be restricted to the leasing or sales of the residential units on the site.

2. Area. The area of an illuminated window sign shall not exceed four (4) square feet. Any signs constructed exclusively of neon tubing shall not exceed twenty- five (25) percent of the window area or a maximum of one hundred (100) square feet, whichever is less. Signs constructed of stained glass shall be permitted to cover the entire area of any window. Signs constructed of any other permitted material that is not illuminated shall be permitted only on the interior surface of the window glass, provided that no combination of any window signs covers more than twenty-five (25) percent of the area of any window.

3. Zoning districts. Window signs shall be permitted in all zoning districts except residential zones and residential uses in mixed use zones. In the IMU-R, SFMU, TOD and DSP zones, a non-illuminated window sign shall be permitted for an on-site residential leasing or sales office.

4. Lighting. Any lighting of window signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code and shall not cause disturbing glare onto any adjacent areas due to excessive brightness or method of illumination. Signs shall also be designed, installed, and maintained in such a manner that the spillover of any illumination of signs onto property located in a residential zone shall not exceed two (2) foot candles above ambient light levels.

C. Church Bulletin Boards. One (1) church bulletin board, not to exceed a total area of eighteen (18) square feet, or a vertical height of five (5) feet above the grade shall be permitted per lot or site used for church purposes. Any lighting shall be by indirect illumination only.

D. Signs for Vehicle Sales, Leasing and Rental Agencies.

1. Accessory wall signs.
a. Number. For each ground floor occupancy of a building, one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted on each wall which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area; provided, however, that no more than one (1) accessory wall sign shall be permitted per dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area. In the CA zone only, an additional accessory wall sign shall be permitted on each wall that is permitted to have a wall sign if the length of that wall is at least one hundred (100) feet. In the CA zone only, two (2) “secondary” accessory wall signs shall be permitted on each wall that is permitted to have a wall sign if the length of that wall is at least two hundred (200) feet and said wall directly faces Brand Boulevard.
b. Area. The area of an accessory wall sign on any wall permitted a sign shall not exceed two (2) square feet per foot of length of frontage of each ground floor occupancy which directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall or parking area. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit the computation of allowable sign area on the basis of the sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible lengths. In the CA zone only, the area of all 437 of 487

accessory wall signs, including “secondary” accessory wall signs, on any wall permitted a sign shall not exceed one and one half (1½) square feet per foot of length of frontage of each ground floor occupancy that directly faces a dedicated street, dedicated alley, mall, or parking area. c. Location.
i. Accessory wall signs shall only be attached to building walls having a vertical plane angle less than twenty (20) degrees. No wall sign shall extend more than two (2) feet above any eave line or have more than fifty (50) percent of its height above any eave line.
ii. No wall sign shall cover wholly or partially any required wall opening. d. Height. The lowest point of any accessory wall sign which projects over a driveway, service drive or any other traffic way more than six (6) inches from the wall to which it is attached shall be a minimum of seventeen (17) feet above ground level. The maximum sign face height of any “secondary” accessory wall sign shall be eighteen (18) inches.
e. Lighting. Any lighting of accessory wall signs shall be by indirect illumination only, in compliance with the electrical code.
f. Miscellaneous. An accessory wall sign shall be erected or constructed so that it is either integrated into the wall, flat against the wall to which it is attached, or projecting not more than ten (10) inches from the wall to which it is attached (as measured from the back surface of the sign).

2. Accessory ground signs.
a. Number. One (1) accessory ground sign shall be permitted for each dedicated street frontage of the site. A maximum of two (2) accessory ground signs shall be permitted per lot or site, regardless of the number of street frontages. In the CA zone only, an additional accessory ground sign shall be permitted along the Brand Boulevard frontage if the length of that frontage is at least two hundred (200) feet.
b. Area. The area of an accessory ground sign shall not exceed two (2) square feet per linear foot of site frontage as measured along a right-of-way line. In the CA zone only, the area of an accessory ground sign shall not exceed one and one-half (1½) square feet per linear foot of site frontage as measured along a right-of-way line. The total aggregate area of the signs shall not exceed six hundred forty (640) square feet. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to permit the computation of allowable sign area of the basis of sum, allocation or duplication of the eligible frontages. c. Location.
i. No accessory ground sign shall be nearer the street than the building setback line established pursuant to the zoning ordinance of this code or by setback ordinance.
ii. On property at any corner formed by intersecting streets, no accessory ground sign shall be erected within that triangular area between the property lines twenty-five (25) feet from the point of their intersection, or in the case of rounded corners, the triangular area between the tangents to the curve at such corner and a diagonal line 438 of 487

joining points on such tangents twenty-five (25) feet from the point of their intersection, if the traffic engineer determines the erection of a sign in such area will obstruct the view of vehicular traffic approaching the intersection of the intersecting streets. The tangents referred to above are those at the beginning and at the end of the curve at the corner.
iii. No portion of an accessory ground sign shall project over or through any portion of the roof, marquee or canopy of any building. d. Height. An accessory ground sign shall not exceed a height of fifty-seven (57) feet above ground level. In the CA zone only, accessory ground signs shall not exceed a height of thirty-five (35) feet above ground level only if there are two (2) ground signs along the Brand Boulevard frontage. e. Lighting. Any lighting of accessory ground signs shall be in compliance with the electrical code.
f. Miscellaneous.
i. A maximum of two (2) supporting poles, uprights, posts or braces shall be permitted for an accessory ground sign.
ii. The lowest point of any accessory ground sign which projects over a driveway, service drive, or any other vehicular traffic way shall be a minimum of fourteen (14) feet above ground level.
iii. No accessory ground sign shall be closer than fifteen (15) feet to any other accessory ground sign on the same lot or site.
iv. The width of an accessory ground sign shall not exceed forty (40) feet. v. All exposed backs or sides shall be suitably covered in order to conceal the structural members and bracing.

3. Banners in the CA zone only. The standards listed below shall apply to banners for vehicle sales, leasing and rental agencies in the CA zone. a. The following standards shall apply to both temporary and non-temporary banners:
i. The maximum height for a banner shall be twenty (20) feet. ii. The minimum ground clearance for a banner shall be eight (8) feet. iii. The minimum ground clearance for a banner over a driveway shall be fourteen (14) feet.
iv. All banners shall be located at least twenty (20) feet from residentially- zoned property unless such property is not being used for residential purposes. No banners shall impair the visibility of signs located on adjacent property in the opinion of the director of community development.
v. Banners shall only be mounted to freestanding vertical poles, light standards, and poles or brackets attached to a building wall so as to project outward from the wall. No banners shall be attached to vehicles, building walls, freestanding walls or fences, or roofs of 439 of 487

buildings. All mounting shall be consistent with Glendale Building Code standards.
vi. Any banner which is rigidly supported shall project a maximum of four (4) feet in each direction from the center of the supporting structure. vii. Banners may project a maximum of four (4) feet over the public right- of-way if attached to a pole which was existing on July 25, 2000. An encroachment permit shall also be required from the director of public works.
viii. Any pole which supports a banner constructed after July 25, 2000 shall be at least twenty (20) feet from another pole which also supports a banner.
b. The following additional standards shall apply to temporary banners:
i. A maximum number of two (2) fixed temporary banners shall be displayed at any given time.
ii. The maximum area for a fixed temporary banner shall be fifty (50) square feet.
iii. Temporary banners shall only be displayed for a maximum total of sixty (60) days in any calendar year.
c. The following additional standard shall apply to non-temporary banners:
i. The maximum area for a banner that is attached by one (1) vertical edge only to a freestanding vertical pole shall be ten (10) square feet.

E. Signs for Certain Shopping Centers. In addition to signs permitted elsewhere in this code, one (1) accessory ground sign shall be permitted for each shopping center provided such shopping center and such additional sign shall meet all the following criteria:

1. A unified shopping center under single ownership;

2. A minimum of four (4) acres of land area;

3. A minimum of ten (10) contiguous business establishments; and

4. No other ground sign be permitted to remain or be constructed. Such sign shall not exceed a maximum of fifty (50) feet above ground level; a maximum width of twenty (20) feet; and a maximum display surface area of two hundred sixty (260) square feet.

F. Signs for Outdoor Vending Machines and Reverse Vending Machines. All signs located on vending machines and reverse vending machines shall meet the following criteria:

1. All signs shall be integrated into or onto or attached flush to the surfaces of the machine. No signs shall extend above or beyond the extremities of the machines.

2. All signs must relate to the product/use being housed in the machines.

3. These signs shall meet all other requirements contained in this chapter.

G. Signs for Freestanding Non-Motorized Portable Vending Carts. All signs located on portable vending carts shall meet the following criteria:
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1. A maximum of two (2) signs shall be permitted as follows:
a. One (1) sign, not to exceed twenty-five (25) percent of the side of the cart, roof or canopy of the cart, where such sign will be located; b. One (1) menu board sign, no larger than eight and one-half (8½) inches by fourteen (14) inches.

2. All signs must relate to the product/use being housed in the portable cart;

3. All permitted signs shall be attached to the cart.

H. Residential Noncommercial Signs. One (1) residential noncommercial sign, not to exceed a total area of six (6) square feet and a height of six (6) feet above ground level shall be permitted per lot or site used for residential purposes. No lighting of the sign shall be permitted. Sign copy shall be limited to noncommercial speech.

I. Political Campaign Signs. One (1) non-illuminated sign shall be permitted up to a total area of six (6) square feet and a height of four (4) feet above ground level for each lot in a residential zone or thirty-two (32) square feet and a height of twelve (12) feet above ground level in a commercial or industrial zone.

J. Signs for Hospitals in the MS and TOD II Zones. These standards are applicable to all hospitals located in the medical service (MS) and TOD II zones. For the purposes of this section, Hospital shall include all facilities owned, operated, and in conjunction with a hospital use. Hospitals located in all other zones are subject to the provisions of this chapter. The following standards apply to all signs visible from the public street or sidewalk immediately adjacent to the property.

1. Banners. The standards listed below shall apply to banners for all hospitals located in the medical service (MS) and TOD II zones.
a. The following standards shall apply to banners affiliated with the hospital:
i. The maximum height above the ground for a banner shall be twenty- two (22) feet.
ii. The minimum ground clearance for a banner shall be eight (8) feet. iii. The minimum ground clearance for a banner over a driveway shall be fourteen (14) feet.
iv. No banners shall impair visibility of signs located on adjacent property as determined by the director of community development. v. Banners shall only be mounted to freestanding vertical poles and light standards. No banners shall be attached to vehicles, building walls, freestanding walls or fences, or roofs of buildings. All mounting hardware shall be consistent with the Glendale Building Code. vi. Any banner which is rigidly supported shall project a maximum of four (4) feet in each direction from the center of the supporting structure. vii. The maximum number of banners for any project site allowable shall be three (3) per frontage or per driveway, whichever is greater. viii. A maximum number of two (2) fixed banners per pole shall be displayed at any given time.
ix. The maximum area for a fixed banner shall be sixty (60) square feet. x. Banners shall be maintained in good repair.
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b. Banners not for a hospital are prohibited.

2. Light projection signs.
a. The following standards shall apply to light projection signs for all hospitals located in the medical service (MS) and TOD zones.
i. The maximum area allowable for a light projection sign shall be one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet.
ii. Light projection signs shall not be permitted to shine onto any transparent surface of a building.
iii. No more than two (2) light projection signs may be approved for a hospital.
b. Light projection signs not for a hospital are prohibited.

3. Wall signs. In addition to those wall signs permitted by Section 30.33.120, additional wall signs may be permitted for a hospital in the medical service (MS) and TOD II zones subject to the following standards:
a. Wall signs shall be approved by the director of community development. b. Wall signs may be located on any building or structure, including any parking structure.
c. Cumulatively, a maximum of four (4) additional wall signs are permitted. d. Subject to the review and approval of the director of community development, all such additional wall signs shall be subject to the following standards:
i. The signs shall be proportional to the size and compatible with the architecture of the building or structure to which it is attached. ii. The signs shall not negatively impact the flow of traffic or cause confusion for motorists.
iii. The signs shall not contribute to visual overcrowding or be incompatible with the architecture and siting of adjacent buildings or other private or public improvements.

4. Other signs. In addition to those signs permitted under this title and in subsections J.1., 2. and 3. above, a maximum of twenty-five (25) other signs that are not visible from the public street or sidewalk immediately adjacent to the property are permitted.

5. Changes to signs allowed for hospitals. Changes to signs allowed by subsection J., including size, locations, number, and lighting may be approved by the director of community development, so long as such changes are in substantial conformance with subsection J. The director may refer those sign changes which are not in substantial conformance with this section to the design review board for review and approval. Changing out the signs for replacement of new signs of the same material, shape, size and illumination method and consistent with all other aspects of this section does not require approval from the director of community development.
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SECTION 23. Section 30.33.215 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.215 Pedestrian signs.

A. Number. One (1) pedestrian sign shall be permitted, including any permitted on public right-of-way pursuant to Section 30.33.110 of this code, directly in front of each ground floor occupancy.

B. Locations. Pedestrian signs shall only be permitted within the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP) and Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zones.

C. Style. Only A-frame style signs are permitted (see Exhibit 10 for examples).

D. Height and Width. Pedestrian signs shall not exceed a height of forty eight (48) inches. Width shall not exceed thirty (30) inches.

E. Area. Total sign area shall not exceed ten (10) square feet (each side of a two- sided sign may not exceed ten (10) square feet).

F.Pedestrian signs may not:

1. Be located in front of a ground floor occupancy if that business is separated from a public street by a parking lot;

2. Unreasonably interfere with or impede the flow of pedestrian or vehicular traffic, including any legally parked or stopped vehicle;

3. Create visibility hazards for pedestrian or vehicular traffic;

4. Unreasonably interfere with the ingress into or egress from any residence or place of business;

5. Endanger the safety of persons or property;

6. Obstruct a wheelchair ramp;

7. Be attached or secured in any way to any object in the public right-of-way;

8. Restrict the use of poles, posts, traffic signs or signals, utility access vaults, manholes, hydrants, mailboxes or other objects permitted at or near such location;

9. Obstruct a continuous through pedestrian path of at least four (4) feet in width;

10. Have any balloons, streamers, pennants or other objects designed and fastened in such a manner as to move upon being subjected to pressure by wind or breeze.

G. Miscellaneous.

1. Applicants shall obtain a pedestrian sign permit from the director of public works and display the permit on the sign. Application shall be made on forms prescribed by the director.

2. The pedestrian sign permit shall be renewed annually. The permit is not transferable to any other sign or to anyone other than the original applicant.

3. The face of the pedestrian sign may have changeable copy but not individual letters. The entire face may be replaced or repainted periodically without the need to renew the application. The face may be composed of a chalkboard but a dry-erase board is prohibited.
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4. Pedestrian signs may advertise more than one business but no business may have advertisements on more than one (1) sign.

5. The sign shall not be animated or illuminated.

6. Pedestrian signs may only be displayed during the hours of operation of the business.

7. Pedestrian sign frames shall be made of powder-coated metal, aluminum, or outdoor-grade wood. Plastic frames are prohibited. Signs shall be professional in appearance in a manner as shown in the examples in Exhibit 10 to this chapter. If signs are not maintained, the applicant shall remove them immediately upon notice from the director.

8. Approval of the pedestrian sign permit shall be at the discretion of the director of public works. If the director finds that the proposed sign is inconsistent with one (1) or more of the standards listed above, the application shall be denied.

9. In addition to any other penalty set forth in this code, any pedestrian sign that is in violation of this code is declared to be a public nuisance and may be summarily abated, with the costs of such abatement born by the presumed owner of the sign, pursuant to the procedures established in the Glendale Municipal Code.

SECTION 24. Section 30.33.220 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.33.220 Sign programs.

Sign programs are regulated as follows:

A. Sign programs shall be required for:

1. Lots or sites where new nonresidential buildings or additions of nonresidential floor area are approved for construction after July 25, 2000 and where there are at least two (2) separate nonresidential occupancies on the lot or site; or

2. Lots or sites where new nonresidential occupancies are proposed for buildings approved for construction after July 25, 2000; or

3. Lots or sites for proposed alternative accessory wall signs pursuant to Section

30.33.120(D).

Sign programs shall only be applicable to lots or sites in the DSP, TOD, IMU, IMU- R, SFMU, C1, C2, C3, CR, CH, CA, MS, and IND zoning districts. Sign programs shall apply only to the following accessory signs and shall be limited to regulate standards related to the location, sign construction type (e.g., box sign, channel letters, raceway, can, reverse channel letter, etc.) and the method of illumination of the signs: Wall signs, high rise wall signs, ground signs, marquee signs, under- marquee signs, and projecting signs. All other signs, as permitted in this chapter, shall not be restricted by sign programs.

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the design review board, the city council or the Glendale redevelopment agency shall be reviewed by the director of community development.

C. All signs located on a lot or site for which a sign program has been approved shall conform to the sign program. Sign programs shall continue to remain in effect until superseded by a new or revised sign program. Existing sign programs in effect prior to July 25, 2000 shall continue to remain in effect and shall be binding unless superseded by a new or revised sign program.

SECTION 25. Section 30.34.090 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.34.090 Live/work units in the DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU, and TOD zones.

In addition to the other provision of the zoning ordinance, live/work units in the DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zones shall be subject to the following requirements:

A. Purpose. This section provides standards for the development of new live/work units and for the reuse of existing commercial and industrial structures to accommodate live/work opportunities. Live/work units are intended to be occupied by business operators who live in the same structure that contains the commercial or industrial activity. A live/work unit is intended to function predominantly as workspace with incidental residential accommodations.

B. Applicability and Allowed Uses. The provisions of this section shall apply to live/work units where permitted in the DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R, and SFMU, and TOD zones. Allowable uses for the nonresidential portion of the live/work unit shall be those uses permitted or conditionally permitted in the respective zones for the SFMU, IMU, and IMU-R and TOD zones, or, for the DSP zone, those uses permitted or conditionally permitted pursuant to Section 3.3 of the DSP.

C. Limitations on Use. All uses shall be conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building which is attached to a permanent foundation, other portions of this title notwithstanding.

A live/work unit shall not be established or used in conjunction with any of the following activities:

1. Adult businesses; or

2. Other activities or uses, not compatible with residential activities and/or that have the possibility of affecting the health or safety of live/work unit residents, because of dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gases, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration, or other impacts, or would be hazardous because of materials, processes, products, or wastes, as determined by the director of community development.

D. Development Standards.

1. Floor area requirements. The minimum total floor area of a live/work space shall be one thousand (1,000) square feet within each unit. Not more than fifty (50) percent of the total floor area of each unit shall be used for living space. 445 of 487

Floor areas, other than those reserved for living space, shall be reserved and regularly used for working and display space.

2. Street frontage treatment. Each live/work unit fronting a public street, and located at street level, shall have a pedestrian-oriented frontage that publicly displays the interior of the nonresidential areas of the structure.

3. Access to units. Where more than one live/work unit is proposed within a single structure, each live/work unit shall be separated from other live/work units and other uses in the structure. Access to individual units shall be from streets, common access areas, corridors, or hallways. Access to each unit shall be clearly identified to provide for emergency services.

4. Internal layout.
a. The living space within the live/work unit shall be contiguous with, and an integral part of the working space, with direct access between the two areas, and not as a separate stand-alone dwelling unit. b. The residential component shall not have a separate street address from the business component.

E. Operating Standards.

1.Occupancy. A live/work unit shall be occupied and used only by a business operator, and/or a household of which at least one member shall be the business operator.

2. Sale or rental of portions of unit. No portion of a live/work unit may be separately leased, rented, or sold.

3. Notice to occupants. The owner or developer of any structure containing live/work units shall provide written notice to all live/work occupants and users that the surrounding area may be subject to levels of dust, fumes, noise, or other impacts associated with commercial and industrial uses at higher levels than would be expected in more typical residential areas. Noise and other standards shall be those applicable to commercial or industrial properties in the applicable zone.

4. On-premises sales. On-premises sales of goods is limited to those produced within the live/work unit; provided, the retail sales activity shall be incidental to the primary production work within the unit. These provisions shall allow occasional open studio programs and gallery shows.

5. Nonresident employees. Up to two (2) persons who do not reside in the live/work unit may work in the unit.

F. Changes in Use. In all zones except DSP or TOD zone, after approval, a live/work unit shall not be converted to either entirely residential use or entirely business use unless authorized through conditional use permit approval.

SECTION 26. Section 30.34.100 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.34.100 Mixed-use development in the DSP, MS, IMU-R, and SFMU and TOD zones.
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In addition to the other provision of the Zoning Ordinance, mixed-use development in the DSP, IMU-R, and SFMU, and TOD zones shall be subject to the following requirements:

A. Purpose. This section provides locational, developmental, and operational standards for the establishment of mixed-use developments. For the purpose of this section, mixed-use projects are developments that combine commercial retail/office, industrial (except in the DSP and SFMU zones), and residential uses on a single parcel, or as components of a single development.

B. Mix of Uses. A mixed-use project may only combine commercial retail/office, industrial (except in the SFMU zones), and residential uses. In the SFMU zone, lots having frontage along San Fernando Road, Broadway, and Colorado, require that commercial uses be located along the street frontage.

C. Loading and storage Facilities. Loading areas and solid waste storage facilities shall be located as far as possible from the on-site residential units and shall be completely screened from view from adjacent residential portions of the project. The location and design of the solid waste enclosures shall account for potential nuisances from odors.

D. Exterior Equipment. All exterior mounted equipment shall be screened from view.

Special consideration shall be given to the location and screening of noise generating equipment (e.g., air conditioning, exhaust fans, refrigeration units, etc.).

Noise reducing screens and insulation may be required where equipment has the potential to impact residential uses.

E. Hours of Operation. The review authority may restrict the hours of operation of nonresidential uses to mitigate adverse impacts on the residential uses.

F. Building Design.

1. Design standards. A mixed-use project shall be designed and constructed to:
a. Be compatible with and complement adjacent land uses; b. Maintain or increase the existing number of residential units generally and specifically those for seniors and low- and moderate-income households; and
c. Mitigate glare, light, noise, traffic, and other potential environmental impacts to the maximum extent feasible.
d. Except in the DSP, the architectural style and use of materials shall be consistent throughout the entire project. Differences in materials and/or architectural details shall only occur on a structure where the intent is to differentiate between the residential scale and character of the structure and the commercial scale and character.

2. Separate entrances. Except in the DSP, when residential and commercial uses are provided in the same structure, separate entrances shall be provided for each use.

3. Distance between dwellings. Except in the DSP, a minimum distance of ten (10) feet shall separate exterior walls of separate buildings containing dwelling units on the same lot. The windows or window/doors of any dwelling unit shall not face the windows or window/doors of any other dwelling unit unless 447 of 487

separated by a distance of ten (10) or more feet except where the angle between the walls of the separate dwelling units is ninety (90) degrees or more.

Walls parallel to each other shall be considered to be at a zero-degree angle.

SECTION 27. Section 30.34.120 of the Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, is hereby amended as follows:

30.34.120 Parking structures.

In addition to the standards required in Chapter 30.32 (Parking and Loading), the following regulations shall apply in the DSP, IND, IMU, IMU-R and SFMU zones, and in the TOD II zone for hospital uses.

A. Site Organization.

1. Where appropriate, parking structures shall incorporate ground floor retail adjacent to the public sidewalk.

2. A minimum five (5) foot landscaped setback shall be provided on all sides of the parking structure except where ground floor retail space is provided.

B. Access and Circulation.

1. Vehicle stacking areas for entering and exiting traffic shall be sufficiently long to minimize the back up of traffic onto surrounding streets or within the structure.

A minimum of two (2) vehicle lengths of stacking distance shall be provided between the street and the control gate.

2. One (1) inbound lane shall be provided for a structure with a capacity of up to five hundred (500) vehicles. At least two (2) inbound lanes shall be provided for structures with a capacity of five hundred (500) or more vehicles.

3. Exit lanes shall be provided at a ratio of one (1) lane for each two hundred (200) to two hundred fifty (250) vehicles. The maximum aisle length shall not exceed four hundred (400) feet without providing a cross aisle.

4. Ramp grades shall not exceed ten (10) percent and parking areas shall not exceed a slope of four (4) to five (5) percent.

C. Lighting and Security.

1. A minimum of five (5) footcandles shall be provided inside the structure and a minimum of three (3) footcandles for exterior parking areas. Higher levels are recommended for remote areas subject to security problems (e.g., stairways, elevators, and other pedestrian access points). Minimum illumination, levels measured at the level of the floor, shall be as provided in Table 30.34-A:

Table 30.34-A
Minimum Illumination Levels
Facility Illumination Level
Stairways and exits 5 footcandles
Interior driving aisles, centerline 5
Interior parking areas at barrier railings 0.5
Roof parking areas 0.5
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2. Lighting levels shall be equally distributed to provide uniform illumination over all parking areas.

3. Light sources shall be shielded so that the source of the illumination is not seen from outside the structure.

4. The architectural design of the structure should eliminate possible hiding places and openings that could allow random pedestrian access.

5. During periods when parking activity is substantially less than the structure capacity, as during night operations, there shall be a means of securing unused parking levels from use, including stairwells and elevators. If the structure is not operated on a twenty-four (24) hour basis the entire facility shall be secured from access during hours when the facility is closed.

6. For security reasons, at least one (1) or two (2) sides of the stair tower should include glass running vertically the height of the tower. Elevators should be provided with glass-back cabs and shafts.

7. Stairs and elevators should be located adjacent to a street on the exterior of the structure where lobbies can be exposed to outside view.

D. Building design.

1. Parking structures shall be designed to help reduce the mass and scale of the structure and to ensure their compatibility with surrounding uses. The following design guidelines shall be implemented to the greatest extent feasible whenever they apply.

2. Conceal view of vehicles in the structure through a combination of screen walls and plantings.

3. Design the structure’s exterior elevations to avoid a monolithic appearance.

This can be accomplished as follows:
a. Minimize horizontal and vertical banding by balancing both horizontal and vertical elements.
b. Use simple, clean geometric forms, and coordinated massing. Step back upper levels of the structure.
c. Coordinate openings in the parking structure with the size and modulation of adjacent windows, structural bays, and storefronts if the parking structure contains other uses.
d. Size openings in the parking structure to resemble large windows as in an office building.
e. Use masonry materials that are predominantly light in color, but avoid unpainted concrete.
f. Avoid a sloping ramp appearance by providing level and uniform spandrels. g. Visually define and differentiate between pedestrian and vehicular entrances through appropriate architectural detailing.
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SECTION 28. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the City Council has reviewed and considered the addendum to the previously certified Final Program Environmental Impact Report South Glendale Community Plan (SCH No. 2016091026) (Final EIR) for the proposed Tropico Transit Oriented Development Design and Development Standards project.

SECTION 29. Severability. This ordinance is adopted under the authority of the Charter of the City of Glendale and State law. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase is declared invalid or otherwise void by a court of competent jurisdiction, it shall not affect any remaining provision hereof. In this regard the City Council finds and declares that it would have adopted this measure notwithstanding any partial invalidity hereof.

SECTION 30. Pipeline Provisions. Development applications which have been deemed complete, approved discretionary entitlements, or ministerial projects submitted to plan check prior to the adoption of this ordinance shall be reviewed under the zoning rules and regulations which were in effect on the day prior to adoption of this ordinance. The foregoing notwithstanding, any applicant may make a request in writing to the Director of Community Development that their application be reviewed under the zoning rules and regulations as amended by this ordinance.

SECTION 31. Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective on the thirtieth (30th) day after its passage.

Adopted by the Council of the City of Glendale on the ___ day of ____________, 2023. ______________________________
Mayor
Attest
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS.

CITY OF GLENDALE)
I, Suzie Abajian, Ph.D., City Clerk of the City of Glendale, California, certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. ______________ was passed by the Council of the City of Glendale, California, by a vote of four-fifths (4/5ths) of the members thereof, at a regular meeting held on the ______ day of _______________, 2023 by the following vote:

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstain:
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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF GLENDALE,

CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REFLECT NEW
ZONING DESIGNATIONS RELATED TO ZONE CHANGE PZC-0007-
2023 IN CONNECTION TROPICO TRANSIT ORIENTED DISTRICT

ZONING AND OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS PROJECT
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE:

WHEREAS, the City Council has conducted a noticed public hearing, pursuant to the provisions of Section Chapter 30.61 of the Glendale Municipal Code and Chapter 3, Title 7 of the Government Code of the State of California; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed and considered all materials, communications, public testimony, maps and exhibits of current record for the proposed Zone Change PZC-0007-2023, in connection with the Tropico Transit Oriented Development Zoning and Objective Design Standards Project and has reviewed the proposed Zoning Map Amendment in connection therewith, as shown in Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the City Council has taken into consideration the recommendation of the City of Glendale Planning Commission on said Zone Change and Zoning Map Amendment; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has found the Zone Change and related Zoning Map Amendment will promote and protect the public health, safety, comfort, convenience, and general welfare of the citizens of Glendale; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the City Council has reviewed and considered the addendum to the previously certified Final Program Environmental Impact Report South Glendale Community Plan (SCH No. 2016091026) (Final EIR) for the proposed Tropico Transit Oriented Development Design and Development Standards project proposed Zone Change and Zoning Map Amendment.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GLENDALE that

1. The recitals herein above are incorporated by this reference and made a part hereof.

2. The proposed amendment to the Glendale Zoning Map in connection with Zone Change PZC-0007-2023, as depicted in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, is approved and shall be made part of the City's Zoning Map effective 30 days after passage of this Ordinance.

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Mayor
Attest
City Clerk

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.

CITY OF GLENDALE)
I, Dr. Suzie Abajian, City Clerk of the City of Glendale, California, certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. was passed by the Council of the City of Glendale, California, by a vote of four-fifths (4/5ths) of the members thereof, at a regular meeting held on the day of , 2023 by the following vote:

Ayes:

Noes:

Absent:

Abstain:

City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
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S BRAND BLVD

SAN FERNANDO RD

S GLENDALE AVE

S CENTRAL AVE

S CENTRAL AVE

LAUREL ST

EULALIA ST

MAGNOLIA AVE

FERNANDO CT

PRINCETON ST

MIRA LOMA AVE

EL BONITO AVE

RAILROAD ST

LOS ANGELES ST

ORANGE ST

MARYLAND AVE

GARDENA AVE

GARDENA AVE

W LOS FELIZ RD

W LOS FELIZ RD

GLENDALE BLVD

W CYPRESS ST

E CYPRESS ST

CERRITOS AVE
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Glendale Transportation Center
City of Glendale
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TROPICO TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT AREA
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ADDENDUM TO THE SOUTH GLENDALE COMMUNITY PLAN CERTIFIED FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH No. 2016091026) FOR THE PROPOSED TROPICO TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT

ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS AND ASSOCIATED GENERAL PLAN MAP AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS Table of Contents
I. INTRODUCTION – PROJECT SUMMARY .......................................................................................................... 1 II.CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ............................................................................................ 2 III.PROJECT DESCRIPTION .........................................................................................................................................3 IV. CE
QA IMPACT ANALYSIS BY TOPIC AREAS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED BY THE PROJECT.... 5 VII. CONCLUSION .............................................................................................................................................................. 13 I. INTRODUCTION – PROJECT SUMMARY
The City of Glendale (City) Planning Division has prepared the Tropico Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zoning and objective design standards ( proposed Project) to guide development for the Tropico neighborhood in Glendale. The Tropico TOD area is generally bordered by the City limits on the south- west, Cypress Street on the north, and Brand Boulevard and the City limits on the east and south -east (see Exhibit 1). The proposed Project provides the zoning standards to implement the vision in the South Glendale Community Plan (SGCP)’s Urban Center designation and design guidelines for Tropico, as well as Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan, as amended. The SGCP1 vision and objectives (see Section 3.2 of the Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the SGCP 2)(Final EIR) are to create a vibrant mixed - use community in corridors and centers (see Figure 2- 1 of the Final EIR ), while t he Tropico Center Plan 3 i s a neighborhood-level policy study intended to create a vibrant mixed-use community with well-designed buildings, attractive streetscapes, engaging public spaces, multi-modal streets accommodating pedestrians, bicyclist, and motor vehicles, and a variety of housing, retail, and entertainment options in the Tropico neighborhood adjacent to the Glendale Transit Center.

The proposed Project involves a General Plan Land Use Map amendment to redesignate portions of Tropico from “Community Services Commercial” to “Mixed Use”, which encompasses the Urban Center designation, a zoning text amendment to establish a new zone in Title 30 of the Glendale Municipal Code ( GMC Chapter 30.16 Transit Oriented Development – TOD Zone) and a corresponding Zoning Map amendment for the new zone , as well as miscellaneous code amendments to make references to the TOD Zone consistent throughout Title 30.

The SGCP and the Tropico Center Plan w ere previously analyzed in the SGCP Final EIR (State Clearinghouse No. 2016091026). See Appendix I (SGCP EIR Planning Documents). The Final EIR was certified by City Council on July 31, 2018. The SGCP Final EIR and associated approvals were challenged and ultimately upheld by the Courts.

II. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
The City’s review and approval of the proposed Project is a discretionary action that requires review pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) ( Public Resources Code Section 21000 et. seq.; CEQA Guidelines 14 C.C.R 15000 et seq.) CEQA requires: 1) the potential adverse environmental impacts of proposed projects to be evaluated; and 2) feasible methods to reduce or avoid any identified significant adverse environmental impacts of these projects to also be evaluated. CEQA Guidelines Section 15364 defines "feasible" as "capable of being accomplished in a successful manner within a reasonable period of time, taking into account economic, environmental, social, and technological factors." At the time when the SGCP and Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan were proposed, the City evaluated the potential environmental impacts associated with implementation of the proposed Project and identified significant and unavoidable project-related and/or cumulative impacts to the following topic areas: aesthetics, air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, population and housing, public services, recreation, and transportation/traffic. Even with the implementation of feasible mitigation measures the aforementioned significant impacts could not be avoided (see Chapter 2 of the Final EIR). Table 2-1 (Summary of Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures) in Chapter 2 (Summary) and Sections 4.1 through

4.16 in Chapter 4 (Environmental Analysis) of the Final EIR provide a comprehensive identification of the SGCP’s environmental effects, including the level of significance both before and after mitigation. Further, Chapter 6 (Alternatives to the Proposed Project) of the Final EIR analyzed Alternative 2: Downtown/Tropico Center Plan Alternative and determined that Alternative 2 is the environmentally superior alternative and would result in the greatest reduction of environmental impacts when compared to the SGCP, Section 6.5 (Environmentally Superior Alternative). In addition, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and a Statement of Overriding Considerations were also adopted with the of approval for the Final EIR.
1 City of Glendale, South Glendale Community Plan, 2018. https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community- development/planning/community-plans/south-glendale-community-plan. 2 City of Glendale, Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the South Glendale Community Plan, SCH No. 2016091026, certified July 31, 2018. https://www.glendaleca.gov/government/departments/community-development/planning/community-plans/sgcp-eir. See City Council Resolution No. 18-147.
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For the purpose of determining whether or not the conditions described in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 that call for the prepar ation of a subsequent EIR, negative declaration (ND), an addendum, or no further documentation have occurred, the effects of the proposed Project must be evaluated against the effects of the SGCP and Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan as initially reviewed and approved in the Final EIR. In other words, the “baseline” against which to evaluate the effects of the proposed Project is the effects of implementing the SGCP and Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan as analyzed in the Final EIR that was certified on July 31, 2018.

As demonstrated in the analysis which follows, when the effects of the proposed Project are evaluated against this baseline, they are not significant, and therefore a subsequent EIR or ND are not required. Further, the proposed Project is considered the later activity pursuant to CEQA Guidelines 15168(c) and does not contain any effects that were not adequately examined in the Final EIR, and as such, the proposed Project is the activity that is within the scope of the Final EIR. The City has prepared this review and analysis to support its determination that the proposed Project is consistent with allowable land uses, overall planned density and building intensity, geographic area analyzed for environmental impacts, and infrastructure as described in the Final EIR.

As discussed in the Final EIR, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168(c), subsequent activities in the program must be examined in light of the Program EIR to determine whether additional environmental documentation must be prepared (see Final EIR p. 1-2). If a later activity would have effects that were not examined in the Program EIR, an initial study would need to be prepared followed by a Negative Declaration or an EIR. Such subsequent environmental documentation would be “tiered” from the Program EIR. As discussed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15152, tiering refers to coverage of general matters and environmental effects in an environmental impact report prepared for a policy, plan, program, or ordinance followed by narrower or site- specific environmental clearance documents that incorporate, by reference, the discussion in any prior EIR and which concentrate on the environmental effects that are (a) capable of being mitigated, or (b) were not analyzed as significant effects on the e nvironment in the prior EIR. However, if any subsequent activities would not result in new environmental effects or the need for new mitigation measures, the subsequent activity could rely on the environmental analysis provided in the previously certified Final EIR, and minimal additional environmental documentation would be required.

Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15162:
(a) when an EIR has been certified or a negative declaration adopted for a project, no subsequent EIR shall be prepared for that project unless the lead agency determines, on the basis of substantial evidence in the light of the whole record, one or more of the following:
(1) Substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; (2) Substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstances under which the project is undertaken which will require major revisions of the previous EIR or negative declaration due to the involvement of new significant environmental effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; or
(3) New info rmation of substantial importance, which was not known and could not have been known with the exercise of reasonable diligence at the time the previous EIR was certified as complete or the negative declaration was adopted, shows any of the following:
(A) The project will have one or more significant effects not discussed in the previous EIR or negative declaration;
(B) Significant effects previously examined will be substantially more severe than shown in the previous EIR;
(C) Mitigation measures or alternatives previously found not to be feasible would in fact be feasible and would substantially reduce one or more significant effects of the project, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative; or (D) Mitigation measures or alternatives which are considerably different from those analyzed in the previous EIR would substantially reduce one or more significant effects on the environment, but the project proponents decline to adopt the mitigation measure or alternative. (b) If changes to a project or its circumstances occur or new information becomes available after adoption of a negative declaration, the lead agency shall prepare a subsequent EIR if required under subdivision (a). Otherwise, the lead agency shall determine w hether to prepare a subsequent negative declaration, an addendum, or no further documentation.
(c) Once a project has been approved, the lead agency's role in project approval is completed, unless further discretionary approval on that project is required. Information appearing after an approval does not require reopening of that approval. If after the project is approved, any of the conditions described in subdivision (a) occurs, a subsequent EIR or negative declaration shall only be prepared by the public 457 of 487

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agency which grants the next discretionary approval for the project, if any. In this situation no other responsible agency shall grant an approval for the project until the subsequent EIR has been certified or subsequent negative declaration adopted.
(d) A subsequent EIR or subsequent negative declaration shall be given the same notice and public review as required under Section15087 or Section 15072. A subsequent EIR or negative declaration shall state where the previous document is available and can be reviewed.

Here, as demonstrated below, preparation of a subsequent EIR or ND is not required because none of the statutory factors requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR have occurred; the proposed Project, an ordinance implementing zoning consistent with the existing General Plan and associated map amendments, is within the scope of analysis contained in the Final EIR for the SGCP. Where there are some minor technical changes or additions to the project analyzed in the previously certified Final EIR, the lead agency or a responsible agency shall prepare an addendum. (Guidelines §15164 (a)). CEQA Guidelines § 15164 further specifies that:
“…(c) An addendum need not be circulated for public review but can be included in or attached to the final EIR or adopted negative declaration.
(d) The decision-making body shall consider the addendum with the final EIR or adopted negative declaration prior to making a decision on the project.
(e) A brief explanation of the decision not to prepare a subsequent EIR pursuant to Section 15162 should be included in an addendum to an EIR, the lead agency's required findings on the project, or elsewhere in the record. The explanation must be supported by substantial evidence.” The following discussion demonstrates that the proposed Project is within the scope described in the Final EIR and is consistent with the analysis included in the certified Final EIR.

III. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
As described in the Final EIR, the Project (Tropico neighborhood) planning area is located within t he southwestern part of the City and is adjacent to Glendale Transit Center and the Los Angeles City / Atwater Village border, the Tropico neighborhood is defined by its proximity to high-quality transportation and a mix of industrial, commercial, and residential uses. Tropico is bisected by San Fernando Road running north-west to south-east, and by Central Avenue running north and south, and Los Feliz A venue running east and west. Narrow side streets featuring smaller lots run perpendicular between San Fernando Road and Gardena Avenue, with West Cerritos Avenue terminating at the Glendale Transit Center (Exhibit 1). The Tropico TOD is part of the SGCP pl anning area, which consists of 2,952 acres and comprises all the neighborhoods within the City south of SR-134, including the Tropico neighborhood (see Final EIR p. 4.4-1 and Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan p. 3:7, Figure 6: Proposed Zoning). The proposed Project planning area is approximately 82 acres, which is equivalent to 2.6 percent of the total area analyzed in the Final EIR. The geographic area analyzed for environmental impacts in the Final EIR is inclusive of the proposed Project planning area and no changes to the planning area are expected to occur to implement the proposed Project (see figures included herein). Located in the southernmost portion of the City
Given the proximity to mass transit and mix of uses, Tropico was determined to hav e the potential for transit-oriented residential and commercial growth. Planning efforts for Tropico and the SGCP began in f all of 2012. The Tropico Center Plan consists of policies and recommendations to promote transit and support pedestrian- friendly and transit -oriented development, many of which were included in the SGCP. On July 31, 2018, the City Council adopted t he policy-level Tropico Center Plan (with minor amendments) (Resolution No. 18-150) and adopted a motion initiating the General Plan and Zoning Code amendments for the Tropico TOD. The Council also: 1) certified the Final Program EIR and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the SGCP , and adopted a st atement of overriding considerations; 2) adopted a motion directing that the Land Use Element Text and Land Use Map be modified to match the SGCP; 3) adopted a resolution amending the land use map and zoning map for six boundary changes related to the DSP. In addition, the City Council adopted a motion directing actions that included maintaining existing densities in the SGCP centers and corridors (except in Tropico) and maintaining residential densities in existing residential neighborhoods . This motion specifically authorized additional development potential in the Tropico neighborhood since that is the only neighborhood where Council authorized a change in density.

The proposed Project implements the SGCP analyzed in the certified Final EIR by: 1) amending certain portions of the General Plan Land Use Map to designate Tropico TOD as Mixed Use (Exhibit 4; see also discussion on next page); 2) adding new zoning and objective design standards for Tropico TOD in the Zoning Code, including two new zones: TOD I and TOD II; 3) amending the Zoning Map to add the Tropico TOD ; and 4) providing miscellaneous text amendments to add references to the new TOD zone consistently throughout the Zoning Code.

Proposed Glendale General Plan Map Amendment:

In order to implement the TOD zoning, a General Plan Land Use Map Amendment (Case No. PGPA-001746-2023) is proposed for certain portions of the Tropico TOD.
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The SGCP discussed and the Final Program EIR analyzed the impact of two new zones for Tropico: TOD I and TOD II, and a new corresponding Land Use Element designation of Urban Center, which refers to “High density mixed-use centers served by regional and local transit with im proved bus stops, wide sidewalks, and street trees. Urban Centers have freeway access; primary access is by major and minor arterials.” (Final EIR, pg. 3- 13). See Exhibit 3 . Currently, the existing Land Use Element features the following land use designations:
“COMMUNITY PLAN areas provide additional land use and urban design guidance at the community and neighborhood level. Community plans identify design characteristics for land use designations and provide a link between general land uses and other land use regulations such as zoning and design guidelines.” (Land Use Element pg. 15; Resolution No. 11-229, adopted November 29, 2011) “MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT areas are generally located along the City's major arterials. These areas generally allow for a compatible mix of commercial, industrial, and residential land uses, or just (stand alone) commercial, industrial, or residential land uses in various combinations depending on the specific zoning district designation. Urban Corridors, Urban Centers and Campus may be appropriate land use design categories for mixed use development areas.

Residential densities generally range from a low of 35 to a high of 100 dwelling units to the acre (du/ac), with the specific density being adjusted depending on the adjoining land use and zoning district designation to help ensure compatibility between land uses. For example, the 35 du/ac density is available to sites abutting a single-family zoning district designation, the 87 du/ac density is available to sites abutting a multi-family zoning district, while the highest allowable density of 100 du/ac is only available to sites abutting nonresidential zoning districts. Residential development (mixed use or free -standing) at even higher densities may be permitted in the dow ntown area and is discussed under the Downtown Specific Plan area land use category. ” (Land Use Element pg. 15, italics added; Resolution No. 11-229, adopted November 29, 2011)
The areas to be redesignated are currently zoned C3 Community Commercial and designated in the Land Use Element Map as “Community Services Commercial”, are described in the Land Use Element as:
“Community Commercial Services/Centers - This category of commercial land use contains two distinct commercial types. The types are combined in that they both serve community shopping functions. First, community commercial centers are recommended to be very restrictive as to uses allowed, similar to the neighborhood centers but at a larger market scale. Secondly, community services should feature flexibility, in the range and type of services and facilities provided.

Ordinances citing the range of uses permitted in these areas must consider as desirable a full range of functional services provided to the community. This may include suc h varied uses as personal services, shopping, offices (medical, real estate, etc.) and restricted industries which serve local retail needs such as furniture repair, automotive repair, and print shops. It must be clearly noted that these services are disti nctly divided into separate categories (centers and services) and are so indicated on the Land Use Plan.

Although encouraging varied uses to locate in these areas, to maintain attractability and compatibility, a variety of performance/design criteria must be employed. These criteria should consider each type of use based on its performance in respect to traffic generation and required parking, structural soundproofing and appearance, landscaping, and compatibility relative to the concept of clustering of uses for mutual benefit and limiting more intense uses in a number of locations.” (Land Use Element pg. 23)

A correction must be pointed out regarding the land use designation for the Glendale Memorial Hospital and surrounding properties, bordered by Los Feliz on the north, Central Avenue on the west, San Fernando Road on the south- west, Cerritos Avenue on the south and alley parallel to Brand Boulevard on the east. These properties were identified in the SGCP maps as having a land use designation of Public/Semi -Public”, when in fact, the area was previously designated as “Community Services Commercial”, as per Resolution No. 12- 09, adopted on January 24, 2012, related to the repeal of the South Brand Boulevard Specific Plan (Case No. PGP 2010-003)(See Exhibit 2).

The existing Mixed Use land use designation in the Land Use Element specifically calls out the intended mix of commercial, industrial and residential land uses located along the City’s major arterials, and includes an Urban Center category, with densities up to 100 dwelling units to the acre. These are the land uses and densities identified in the proposed TOD zoning which are consistent with the existing Land Use Element. However, staff is proposing to amend the Land Use Element Map to redesignate the existing Community Services areas of Tropico as Mixed Use area – consistent with the General Plan and consistent with the intent of the SCGP and Tropico Center Plan (See Exhibit 4).

As identified in the SGCP for Tropico (see Final EIR pp. 3-13), the proposed Project implements the Mixed Use land use designation and would be consistent with the General Plan and the SCGP proposed land use designation for Tropico, as identified in the Final EIR pp. 3-13: “Urban Center—High density mixed-use centers served by regional and local transit with improved bus stops, wide sidewalks, and street trees. Urban Centers have freeway access; primary access is by major and minor arterials. Applied to Tropico TOD.” Both land use designations refer to high density mixed use residential development along major arterials, such as Tropico’s South Central Avenue, San Fernando Road and South Brand Boulevard, while the new TOD zoning standards require public realm improvements such as wider s idewalks and street trees.
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Proposed Glendale Zoning Ordinance and Map Amendment:

As directed by Council to implement the vision and principles in the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan, the proposed Project includes zoning and development regulations for two new zoning districts: Transit-Oriented Development I (TOD I) and Transit-Oriented Development II (TOD II) (see Tropico Center Plan p. 3:6). • TOD I (Transit Oriented Development I) Zone. The Transit Oriented Development (TOD) -I district is the City’s historic industrial base and a growing mixed- use and residential neighborhood generally located between San Fernando Road and the westerly border of the City and within a five- minute walking distance of the Glendale Transportation Center. The primary intent of the TOD -I district is to facilitate diverse employment options and a range of housing opportunities – compatible in scale and form with a pedestrian oriented public realm and accessible to Tropico’s high quality public transportation offerings, and walkable neighborhoods at densities up to 100 units per acre, consistent with the previous IMU-R and SFMU allowable densities.

• TOD II (Transit Oriented Development II) Zone. The TOD -II district builds on the goals of TOD -I, and includes hospital uses and neighboring properties west of the Brand Boulevard of Cars. The primary intent of this zone is to allow for fu ture hospital expansion that includes building heights up to 200 feet and encourages uses which support the hospital, such as medical offices, treatment facilities, and special needs housing, as well as residential development at densities up to 100 units per acre.

The new Tropico TOD zoning was developed following Council’s July 2018 direction to initiate preparation of the TOD zoning. The intent of Council’s direction was to ensure that the new TOD zones fit within the existing Zoning Code structure as a new mixed use chapter : GMC 30.16 Transit Oriented Development Districts Zone. The chapter will incorporate objective design standards, including figures and graphics, similar to those in the Downtown Specific Plan.

Overall, the intent of the TOD zones and development standards for the Urban Center land use designation is to accommodate high density mixed- use centers served by regional and local transit with improved bus stops, wide sidewalks, and street trees. Per the SGCP, t he TOD zones would accommodate medium to high -density, mixed -use transit-oriented development with residential densities between 87 and 100 dwelling units per acre and heights up to 60 feet and 200 feet for hospital uses (see Final EIR pp . 4.9-13). As identified in the SGCP, the TOD II zone is meant to promote land uses such as medical offices and residential congregate living facilities that support hospital uses. The new TOD zoning chapter contains a land use table based on the identical land use table format included in the Commercial, Industrial and Mixed Use chapters of the existing Zoning Code. The permitted and conditionally permitted uses in each of the zoning districts are equivalent to the corresponding C3, IMU-R and SFMU underlying zoning, except for TOD II, which focuses on medical and other uses that support the existing hospital uses. The TOD chapter also contains a General Development Standards Table using the same development standards table format included in the other chapters of the existing Zoning Code.

The proposed Project also amends the Zoning Code to include references to the new zoning chapter in Chapter 30.30 Site Planning, Chapter 30.31 Landscaping, Chapter 30.32 Parking, Chapter 30.33 Signs and Chapter 30.34 Standards for Specific Uses.

IV. CEQA IMPACT ANALYSIS BY TOPIC AREAS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED BY THE PROJECT This Section compares the environmental topic areas analyzed in the Final EIR to the environmental topic areas that are potentially affected by the proposed Project. The Final EIR analyzed and identified potential environmental effect s of implementing the SGCP, recommended mitigation measures that would reduce or avoid those effects and the level of significance after mitigation and identified significant and unavoidable impacts. The analysis in the Final Program EIR of potential environmental effects that could occur upon implementation of the SGCP anticipated and analyzed the effects of implementing the proposed Project (now as the later activity) as being within the scope of the analysis in the Final EIR.

In addition, mitigation measures were made a condition of approval of the Final EIR and a Mitigation Monitoring and Report Plan was adopted. Feasible mitigation measures will be incorporated into later activities , including the proposed Project. The proposed Project is limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the SGCP area (2,952 acres). The environmental topic ar eas that are potentially affected by the proposed Project include the following:
• Aesthetics
• Air Quality
• Biological Resources
• Cultural Resources
• Geology and Soils
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Hazards and Hazardous Materials
• Hydrology and Water Quality
• Land Use and Planning
• Mineral Resources
• Noise
• Population and Housing
• Public Services
• Recreation
• Transportation/Traffic
• Utilities and Services Systems

These topics are discussed further in this Section.
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1. AESTHETICS
a. Summary of Aesthetics Analysis in the Final EIR
Aesthetic impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The project location, visual character, existing viewsheds, scenic routes, light and glare, shade and shadow, and regulatory framework were analyzed. Visual compatibility of the proposed development standards with the existing and adjacent uses were also analyzed. A comparison of SGCP impacts to aesthetic significance thresholds was performed.

Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have no aesthetic impacts on scenic resources within a state scenic highway. The aesthetic impacts from implementation of the SGCP on scenic vistas and light or glare were concluded to be less than significant. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SCGP would substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its surroundings and result in new sources of increased shade. No feasible mitigation measures were identified.

b. Aesthetic Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico geographic area analyzed in the Final EIR. The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use desi gnation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that would result from development under the new TOD zoning would require site -specific project CEQA analysis. As such, the aesthetic impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

Since the proposed Project is within the scope of the project description of the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan, no additional aesthetic impacts are anticipated. Therefore, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to aesthetics or a substantial increase in the severity of the impacts to aesthetics beyond those addressed in the Final EIR or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

2. AIR QUALITY
a. Summary of Air Quality Analysis in the Final EIR
Air quality impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. Emissions of criteria pollutants (e.g., NOx, VOC, CO, Sulfur Oxides (S Ox), Particulate Matter with an aerodynamic diameter of 10 microns or less (PM10) and 2.5 microns or less (PM2.5) were analyzed. A n assessment of air quality impacts resulting from construction and operation from implementation of the SGCP was performed. The analysis uses the South Coast AQMD’s established significance thresholds to assess the air quality impacts. Potential health risk impacts from Toxic Air Contaminants (TACs) were also analyzed.

The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would conflict with or obstruct implementation of the applicable air quality plan, violate an air quality standard or contribute substantially to an existing or projected air quality violation, result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is nonattainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard (including releasing emissions that exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone precursors) , and would expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations. Air quality impacts were concluded to be significant and unavoidabl e after mitigation measures were applied except for impacts from objectionable odors which were concluded to be less than significant after mitigation measures were applied. Mitigation measures (MM) MM 4.2-1 through MM 4.2 -3 were identified to reduce air quality impacts but not to a less than significant level and MM 4.2-4 was identified to reduce objectionable odors to less than significant after mitigation.

b. Air Quality Impacts Related to the Project
The proposed Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR. The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Implementation of the proposed Project (vis a vis individual project -level development proposed under the new zoning) would occur over a prolonged period of time consistent with the air quality analysis in the Final EIR. The same approach used in the Final EIR to evaluate impacts from implementation of the community plan would apply to the proposed Project. The currently proposed Project is within the scope of the project description for the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan and thus does not change or alter the air quality analysis that was presented in the Final EIR , does not change the significance determination, or make a significant impact more severe. As such, the air quality impacts are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to air quality or change the conclusions of the Final EIR. Further, feasible mitigation measures required by the Final EIR would still apply to the proposed Project.

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(CNPS) Electronic Inventory, California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB), the California Essential Habitat Connectivity Project, National Wetland Inventory (NWI), Glendale General Plan, and Google Earth Imagery . The thresholds of significance wer e based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G . Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have no significant impacts on riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community ; the movement of any native, resident, or migratory species; and Habitat Conser vation Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plan. Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have less than significant impacts for federally protected wetlands, loss of indigenous trees, and habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special status species .

Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have potentially significant reduction in nesting opportunities for resident and migratory avian species however this impact was concluded to be less than significant after mitigation with the application of MM4.3-1.

b. Biological Resources Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR ; a heavily urbanized area that is built-out with vegetation limited to landscaping. The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Because the proposed Project was within the scope of analysis of the Final EIR, the analysis addressed the range of biological impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to biological resources or result in new or substantially increased biological impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR. Further, feasible mitigation measures required by the Final EIR would still apply to the proposed Project.

4. CULTURAL RESOURCES
a. Summary of Cultural Resources Analysis in the Final EIR Cultural resources impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data taken from California State Parks, City, Geologic Hazards technical report prepared by Earth Consultants International for the Glendale General Plan, South Glendale Historic Resources Survey (Appendix G of the Final EIR), California Division of Mines and Geology, and U.S. Department of Interior . The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have potentially significant impacts that would be reduced to less than significant after mitigation on human remains and historical, archaeological, paleontological, and tribal cultural resources. MM 4.4-1 through MM 4.4-8 were identified to reduce cultural resources impacts to a less than significant level.

b. Cultural Resources Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR , a heavily urbanized area that is built-out with existing structures and areas that have been previously graded. The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from impl ementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area, whereas the impacts analyzed in the Final EIR were for the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). As such, the impacts to cultural resources are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to cultural resources or result in new or substantially increased impacts to cultural resources or change the conclusions of the Final EIR. Further, feasible mitigation measures required by the Final EIR would still apply to the proposed Project and standard protective measures will be implemented if any cultural resources are encountered.

5. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
a. Summary of Geology and Soils Analysis in the Final EIR Impacts to geology and soils resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data taken from the California Department of Conservation and the Glendale General Plan Safety Element. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have no impact on septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems.

Implementation of the SGCP was concluded to have less than significant impacts on exposure of people to known earthquake faults, soil erosion of loss of topsoil, destabilize a geologic unit or soil resulting in a potential landslide, and be located on expansive soil. No mitigation was required.

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the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). In addition, the proposed Project would still require adherence to all applicable California Building Codes, including those addressing seismic effects. Implementation of the proposed Project is within the scope of the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan and therefore would not result in new or substantially increased geology and soils impacts. As such, the impacts to geology and soils are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to geology or soils or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

6. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
a. Summary of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Analysis in the Final EIR Greenhouse gas emissions impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis evaluated GHG emissions related to construction and operation of the SGCP and used data obtained from the following sources: the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association, CARB, California Energy Commission, EPA, the Greener Glendale Plan, the Glendale General Plan, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), and SCAQMD. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would generate GHG emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment and that the SGCP would conflict with an applicable plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing the emissions of greenhouse gasses.

Policy GHG-1 through GHG-4 were incorporated into the SGCP. No feasible mitigation measures were identified.

b. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Impacts Related to the Project The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). In addition, the proposed Project would still require adherence to Policy GHG-1 through GHG-4, included in the SGCP. As such, the impacts to GHG emissions are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to GHG emissions or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

7. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
a. Summary of Hazards and Hazardous Materials Analysis in the Final EIR Hazards and hazardous materials impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained from gathered from the Glendale General Plan, the SWRCB, and the EPA.

The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not cause any impacts to an airport land use plan, result in a safety hazard for people residing or working in the project area, and result in a safety hazard to people in the vicinity of a private airstrip. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would result in a less than significant impact to the public or environment through the routine transpor t, use or disposal of hazardous materials; reasonably foreseeable upset conditions involving release of hazardous materials; emit ting hazardous emissions or handling of hazardous or acutely hazardous materials near a school; location on a site included on Government Code Section 65962.5; impaired implementation of an adopted emergency response plan; and exposure of people or structures to significant risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland fires. No mitigation was required.

b. Hazards and Hazardous Materials Impacts Related to the Project The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP and as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Implementation of the proposed Project is within the scope of the project description for the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan and therefore does not change the hazard analysis presented in the Final EIR, does not change the impacts or make any impacts more severe. As such, the impacts to hazards and hazardous materials impacts are expected to be the s ame or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to hazards and hazardous materials or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

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8. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
a. Summary of Hydrology and Water Quality Analysis in the Final EIR Hydrology and water quality impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis used data obtained from the Glendale Emergency Plan, Glendale General Plan Safety Element Technical Background Report, the EPA, and Upper Los Angeles River Watershed Watermaster. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not cause any impacts t hat places housing within a 100 -year flood hazard area or map and would not place any structures within a 100 -year flood hazard area that would impeded or redirect flows. The remaining impacts from hydrology and water quality were concluded to be less than significant. Less than significant impacts were concluded for violation of any water quality standards or waste discharge requirements; depletion or interference with groundwater; alteration of existing drainage pattern of the area that would result in erosion, siltation, or additional runoff that would cause flooding; creation or contribution of runoff that would exceed stormwater drainage systems; degradation of water quality; create or contribute to flooding risk; and expose people or structures to inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow. No mitigation was required.

b. Hydrology and Water Quality Impacts Related to the Project The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Since the proposed Project area is substantially smaller than the area analyzed in the Final EIR the overall water demand and water discharge is expected to be less than the water demand and discharge analyzed for SGCP planning area. In addition, implementation of the proposed Project is not expected to increase water . As such, the impacts to hydrology and water quality are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to hydrology and water quality or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

9. LAND USE AND PLANNING
a. Summary of Land Use and Planning Analysis in the Final EIR Land Use and Planning impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained from the Glendale Downtown Mobility Study, the DSP, SCAG Comprehensive Plan, and SCAG Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable Communities St rategy (RTP/SCS). The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not cause any impacts that physically divide an established community or conflict with any applicable habitat conservation plan or natural community conservation plan. Less than significant impacts were concluded for conflicts with any applicable land use plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of avoiding or mitigating an environmental effect. No mitigation was required.

Overall, the TOD zones accommodate medium to high density, mixed- use transit oriented development at key centers and corridors within the Tropico neighborhood, supported by a comprehensive set of incentives, development standards, and requirements to implement the principles and vision detailed in the SGCP. Specific development standards by planning area are detailed in SGCP Appendix E, Zoning and Land Use Classifications in South Glendale (see Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan p. 3:8), including proposed zones, maximum density and stories/height, allowable land uses, and other development standards as applicable. The TOD zones as included in the proposed Project are consistent with the overall zones, development standards, and requirements as analyzed and described in the Final EIR (see Table 1 below).

The SGCP and the Tropico Center Plan proposed two TOD zones as TOD -I and TOD -II. The proposed Project involves the same two TOD zones. The density in each TOD for the proposed Project is consistent with the SGCP Urban Center land use designation which allows for a range of 87 to 100 dwelling units per acre within TOD areas (see p. 4.9-13 and p. 4.9-34 of the Final EIR).

In addition, the SGCP explicitly allows for the specific density within an Urban Center to be adjusted depending on the adjoining land use and zoning district designation.

Only minor technical changes to the zoning designations identified in the SGC P are proposed. Specifically, the proposed Project slightly decreases the area of the TOD II zone by limiting the hospital-oriented use to the north- easterly side of San Fernando Road by the Glendale Memorial Hospital, and slightly increases the area of the TOD I zone. These proposed changes would not result in a change to the allowed density and would decrease the allowed height than was previously analyzed in the Final EIR; the densities and height are consistent with the General Plan land uses (See Exhibits 6 and 7).

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substantially increased environmental impacts than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, there are no additional mitigation measures beyond those set forth in the Final EIR that the City could implement to reduce the significant impacts of the proposed Project as previously identified and analyzed.

Table 1: Project Consistency with Previously Analyzed SGCP Zoning, Land Use and General Plan ZONING DENSITY (du/acre) Height (feet) GENERAL PLAN LAND USE SGCP TOD-1 871 – 100 60-2002 Urban Center
TOD-II 87 – 100 60-2003 Urban Center
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TOD-1 87 – 100 60 Mixed Use
TOD-II 100 200 Mixed Use
1 The adopted Tropico Center Plan indicated that TOD-I would have a proposed maximum density of 87 units per acre (see p. 3:8, Appendix E: Zoning and Land Use Classifications in South Glendale in the Tropico Center Plan), but the SGCP Final Program EIR analyzed impacts of a density up to 100 units per acre for the Urban Center land use classification/designation which was inc lusive of both TOD-I and TOD- II zones in the SGCP. Accordingly, the permitted density as analyzed in the SGCP Final EIR was 100 units per acre, and the Council initiated a zone change to reflect an increase in density only within the Tropico TOD portion of the SGCP area. 2, 3 Development up to 200 feet in height may occur in the Tropico TOD area within the Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center campus or for hospital uses within the TOD area (see p. 4.9-13 and 4.9-34 of the SGCP Final Program EIR).

The projected community plan build- out for the SGCP is 48,240 dwelling units, a net change of 10,337 dwelling units from the existing 37,903 dwelling units within the SGCP area as analyzed in the Final EIR. The buildout analysis was based on the SGCP EIR Technical Appendix: Methodologies for Buildout/Growth Projections SGCP Transportation Demand Management & GHG/VMT reduction strategies; Condominium Aggregation GIS Methodology (Addressing Parcel Stacks) (see Appendix I: SGCP EIR Planning Documents). The proposed Project does not change the density analyzed in the SGCP Final EIR and does not change the build out analysis. T he proposed Project is consistent with the SGCP objectives to allow for new dwelling units in the Tropico area.

b. Land Use and Planning Impacts Related to the Project The Project will be implemented within the Tropico Center Plan analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP , as analyzed in the Final EIR. P hysical changes that m ight result in environmental impacts as a result of the proposed Project were analyzed in the Final Program EIR, and any future individual project development under the Tropico TOD would require site-specific CEQA analysis. Implementation of the proposed Project is within the scope of the SGCP and Tropico Center Plan and would not result in new or substantially increased impacts with respect to land use and planning. As such, the impacts to land use and planning are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts to land use and planning or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

10. MINERAL RESOURCES
a. Summary of Mineral Resources Analysis in the Final EIR Mineral resources impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained from the Glendale General Plan. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource and a locally important mineral resource recovery site. These impacts were concluded to be less than significant, and no mitigation was required.

b. Mineral Resources Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR, a heavily urbanized area that is built-out with existing structures and areas that have been previously graded. The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). No changes to mineral resources are expected to occur with the implementation of the proposed Project and therefore impacts to mineral resources are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, t he currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse impacts mineral resources or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

11. NOISE
a. Summary of Noise Analysis in the Final EIR
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Noise impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained from the Glendale General Plan Noise Element, and the Noise Technical Report . The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not result in impacts that expose people residing or working in the SGCP area to excessive noise levels as a result of being within two miles of an airport or private airstrip. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would result in less than significant impacts to ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the SGCP. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would result in potentially significant impacts prior to mitigation in the exposure of persons to or generation of noise levels in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance; excessive groundborne vibration or noise levels; and the substantial temporary or periodic increase in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above levels existing without the SGCP. MM 4.11-1 through MM 4.11-3 were identified to reduce noise impacts to a less than significant level.

b. Noise Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. 82Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Construction and operation activities will be limited in accordance with the noise mitigation measures identified in the Final EIR. As such, the noise impacts are expected to be the same or less than as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, t he currently proposed Project will not cause additional signif icant adverse noise impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

12. POPULATION AND HOUSING
a. Summary of Population and Housing Analysis in the Final EIR Population and housing impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained from the from U.S. Department of Commerce (Census Bureau), SCAG’s 2017 Profile of the City, and the Glendale General Plan Housing Element. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded less than significant impacts to the displacement of substantial numbers of existing housing or people that would necessitate the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would induce substantial population growth in an area, either directly or indirectly, a significant and unavoidable impact. No feasible mitigation measures were identified.

b. Population and Housing Impacts Related to the Project (See also Land Use impact analysis) The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. 82 Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area (82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Although implementation of the proposed Project does not involve direct development, similar to the SGCP, it allows for an increase in new dwelling units, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, per the Final EIR, the proposed Project is consistent with the analysis conducted for population and housing impacts and is consistent with the existing General Plan Land Use Element.

As such, the population and housing impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addresses the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse population and housing impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

13. PUBLIC SERVICES
a. Summary of Public Services Analysis in the Final EIR Public services impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data obtained by coordinating with California Department of Education, Glendale Emergency Plan, Glendale Fire Department (GFD), Glendale General Plan Housing Element, Glendale Police Department (GPD), SCAG, and Verdugo Fire Communications Center. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would increase the demand for school and library services and would potentially require the construction of new or physically altered facilities to accommodate the increase demand. However, the Final EIR concluded that thes e impacts would be less than significant since existing services would accommodate growth associated with the SGCP. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would increase the demand for fire protection services and would potentially require the construction of new or physically altered facilities to accommodate the increased demand and would increase 466 of 487

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the demand for police protection services and would potentially require the construction of new or physically altered facilities to accommodate the increased demand, a significant and unavoidable impact. No feasible mitigation measures were identified.

b. Public Services Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Although implementation of the proposed Project does not involve direct development, similar to the SGCP, it allows for an increase in new dwelling units, as analyzed in the Final EIR. As such, the public services impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, t he currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse public services impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

14. RECREATION
a. Summary of Recreation Analysis in the Final EIR
Recreation impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data from the Glendale General Plan Recreation Element, the Community Facilities Element, the Open Space and Conservation Element, the Glendale DSP, and the Community Services and Parks List of Facilities. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would increase the use of existing neighborhood and regional parks or other recreational facilities such that substantial physical deterioration of the facility would occur or be accelerated and would require the construction of new recreational facilities or the expansion of existing recreational facilities that could have an adverse physical effect on the environment , resulting in significant and unavoidable impacts to recreation. No feasible mitigation measures were identified.

b. Recreation Impacts Related to the Project
The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Although implementation of the proposed Project does not involve direct development, similar to the SGCP, it allows for an increase in new dwelling units, as analyzed in the Final EIR. As such, the recreation impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse recreation impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

15. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC
a. Summary of Transportation/Traffic Analysis in the Final EIR Transportation/traffic impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR. The analysis used data from the South Glendale Community Plan: Transportation Analysis Report found in Appendix F of the Final EIR, the Glendale General Plan Circulation Element, and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Agency (Metro). The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not result in a change in air traffic patterns , increase traffic levels, or change in a location that results in substantial safety risks. The Final EIR concluded less than significant impacts for an increase in hazards due to a design feature or incompatible uses or result in inadequate emergency access. The Final EIR also concluded that implementation of the SGCP would not conflict with any plan, ordinance, or policy that establishes measures of effectiveness for the performance of the circulation system or adopted policies or programs regarding public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities or decrease the performance or safety of such facilities. The Final EIR c oncluded that implementation of the SGCP would conflict with an applicable congestion management program, including, but not limited to, level of service standards and travel demand measures, or other standards established by the county congestion management agency for designated roads or highways , a significant and unavoidable impact. MM 4.15 -1 through MM 4.15- 10 were identified to reduce transportation/traffic impacts but not to a less than significant level.

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TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Although implementation of the proposed Project does not involve direct development, similar to the SGCP, it allows for an increase in new dwelling units, as analyzed in the Final EIR. In addition, the proposed Project would still require adherence to MM

4.15-1 through 4.15-10, included in the SGCP. As such, the transportation/traffic impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, t he currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse transportation/traffic impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

16. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
a. Summary of the Utilities and Service Systems Analysis in the Final EIR Utilities and services systems impacts resulting from implementation of the SGCP were analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis used data from Glendale Urban Water Management Plan UWMP), the Glendale Water & Power (GWP) Water Supply Assessment, Water Utility Operating Statistics, and Electric Utility Operating Statistics. The thresholds of significance were based on the 2017 CEQA Guidelines Appendix G.

The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP could increase the amount of wastewater needing treatment but that would not exceed wastewater treatment requirements. The Final EIR concluded that implementation of the SGCP would : not require or result i n the construction of new or expanded water or wastewater treatment facilities or new or expanded storm drainage facilities ; generate additional an additional demand for water but would have sufficient supplies available to serve the SGCP area; not result in a determination by the wastewater treatment provider that serves or may serve the project that it has adequate capacity to serve the project’s demand in addition to the provider’s existing commitments; be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted capacity to accommodate the project’s solid waste disposal needs; comply with federal, state, and local statues and regulations related to solid waste; not require or result in the construction of new energy production or transmission facilities, or expansion of existing facilities. Each of the aforementioned impacts would result in less than significant impacts and no mitigation was required.

b. Utilities and Service Systems Impacts Related to the Project The Project will be implemented within the existing Tropico area analyzed in the Final EIR . The proposed zoning and objective design standards are limited to the development standards included in the Urban Center (Tropico TOD) land use designation in the SGCP, as analyzed in the Final EIR. Further, any physical changes that might result from implementation of the proposed Project are limited to the Tropico neighborhood area ( 82 acres), a substantially smaller geographic area compared to the entire SGCP area (2,952 acres). Although implementation of the proposed Project does not involve direct development, similar to the SGCP, it allows for an increase in new dwelling units, as analyzed in the Final EIR. As such, the utilities and service systems impacts are expected to be the same as previously analyzed in the Final EIR.

The analysis in the previously certified Final EIR adequately addressed the range of impacts that could result from the proposed Project. Thus, the currently proposed Project will not cause additional significant adverse utilities and service systems impacts or change the conclusions of the Final EIR.

V. CONCLUSION
The proposed Project is within the scope of analysis contained in the certified Final EIR for the SGCP; the proposed Project was initiated at the time the Final EIR was certified and implements the SGCP. Based on the analysis contained in this addendum the proposed Project does not trigger any of the conditions identified in CEQA Guidelines Section 15162 requiring preparation of a subsequent EIR or a Negative Declaration. Except for the minor technical changes noted herein pertaining to adjustments between the previously analyzed TOD I and TOD II zoning areas within the Tropico TOD, there are no other changes in the Tropico TOD as analyzed in the Final EIR. The adjustment to the Tropico TOD zoning area is consistent with the existing General Plan, is consistent with the land use categories discussed in the SGCP and as analyzed in the certified Final FEIR; the proposed Project is completely within the scope of the SGCP, which included the Tropico Center Plan, as described in the Final EIR.

Further, the validity of th e SGCP Final EIR was upheld by the California Superior Court, the California Appellate Court, and further review was rejected by the California Supreme Court, thus the decision of the Appellate Court upholding the Final EIR and related approvals is final.

This addendum to the certified Final EIR contains the required substantial evidence that demonstrates the proposed Project does not contain: 1) substantial changes to the SGCP and Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan that will cause new significant effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects; 2) a substantial change in the circumstances that will cause new significant effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified 468 of 487

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significant effects; or 3) substantial new information that could not have been known at the time the Final EIR was certified that will cause new significant effects or a substantial increase in the severity of previously identified significant effects.

In summary, no new significant impacts in any environmental areas were identified, and no previously identified impacts in any environmental areas be made substantially worse as a result of implementing the proposed Project. The minor technical changes dis cussed herein disclose and substantiate the di minimis nature of these changes, which minor technical changes fit squarely within the statutory parameters appropriate for review in an addendum.

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LIST OF EXHIBITS:

EXHIBIT 1 Tropico Transit Oriented Development (TOD) District Area EXHIBIT 2 SGCP: Existing General Plan Land Use per Figure 7 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan EXHIBIT 3 SGCP: Proposed General Plan Land Use per Figure 8 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan EXHIBIT 4 Proposed General Plan Land Use Map for Tropico EXHIBIT 5 Existing Zoning -Tropico TOD Area Outlined
EXHIBIT 6 Proposed TOD Zoning as per Figure 6 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan (Proposed) EXHIBIT 7 Proposed Tropico TOD District Zoning

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EXHIBIT 1
Tropico Transit Oriented Development (TOD) District Area

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EXHIBIT 2
SGCP: Existing General Plan Land Use per Figure 7 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan

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EXHIBIT 3
SGCP: Proposed General Plan Land Use per Figure 8 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan

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EXHIBIT 4
Proposed General Plan Land Use Map For Tropico

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EXHIBIT 5
Existing Zoning -Tropico TOD Area Outlined

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EXHIBIT 6
Proposed TOD Zoning as per Figure 6 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan (Proposed) Tropico TOD proposed zoning also depicted in Figure 3-9 in Final EIR.

Draft Appendix C: Tropico Center Plan.

Area of TOD II (Max. density 100 du/acre and 200-ft. height) proposed to be changed to TOD I (Same density and maximum 60-ft height)

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Figure 6: Proposed Zoning depicted in Tropico Center Plan, as adopted by City Council on July 31, 2018:
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EXHIBIT 7
Proposed Tropico TOD District Zoning

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1 DESIGN REVIEW BOARD

Advisory Review and Comments

Meeting Date: December 8, 2022

Project: Tropico TOD District Design and Development Standards

Applicant: City of Glendale

Project Summary:

Presentation of the Tropico Transit Oriented District (TOD) and the draft Tropico design and development standards for the area surrounding the Glendale Transit Center for Design Review Board's review and comment.

Design Review Board:

Board Member Present Absent
Lockareff X
Kaskanian X
Simonian X
Tchaghayan X
Welch X

SUMMARY OF DRB DISCUSSION
Site Planning
• Explore methods to increase the public right-of-way width allocated for outdoor seating • Support using outdoor dining to create a more vibrant area around the Transit Center and along side streets
• Consider ways to create mixed use development standards that attract tenants • Consider allowing second floors to cantilever or project over the ground floor setback • Research and bring to Council additional information on the transfer of development rights to achieve additional open space
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2 Architectural Elements/Open Space
• Explore opportunities to designate streets that allow for a greater portion of the publicly accessible open space to be used for outdoor dining
• Consider a public encroachment permit for use of public space that could be permitted on a yearly basis
Parking
• Consider opportunity to have different parking standards than rest of the City to be creative such as shared parking located at the Transit Center to reduce the amount of required parking by individual developers

KEY ISSUES AND DRB DIRECTION

• Outdoor Dining in Publicly Accessible Open Spaces and Public Right-of-Ways:

Consider opportunities to add vibrancy along the streetscape by increasing or incentivizing additional outdoor dining and ability for restaurants/cafes to expand outdoor seating in publicly accessible open spaces and the public realms • Creative Incentives: Explore methods to incentivize lot consolidation or transfer of development rights to achieve additional or consolidated open space in the Tropico TOD area
• Shared or Reduced Parking: Maximize the amount of shared parking through development of a parking garage/structure located at the Glendale Transit Center that can be shared and explore opportunities to create parking standards specific to a TOD area

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Existing General Plan Land Use Map as per Figure 7 in the SGCP’s Appendix C – Tropico Center Plan

Area designated Community/Services, not Public/Semi-Public, as per Resolution No. 12-09, adopted on January 24, 2012, related to the repeal of the South Brand Boulevard Specific Plan (Case No. PGP 2010-003).

Tropico Area Boundary

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GARDENA AVE

W CYPRESS ST

CATHEDRAL DR
SAN

FERNANDO
RD

S GLENDALE AVE

E EULALIA ST

SOUTHERN

PACIFIC
RR

VASSAR ST
S

CENTRAL
AVE

MAGNOLIA AVE

GARDENA
AVE

COLBYDR
W

CERRITOSAVE

EL BONITO AVE

MIRA LOMA AVE

LOS ANGELES ST

W LOS FELIZ RD ROADS END ST

E CYPRESS ST

FOREST AVE

S BRAND BLVD

TOPOCK ST

FERNANDO CT

PRINCETON ST
S O

RANGE ST
S M

ARYLAND AVE

GARDENA AVE

W LOS FELIZ RD

E CERRITOS AVE

MISSION RD

HEMINGER STE LAUREL ST

W CYPRESS ST

W EULALIA ST

E LOS FELIZ RD

MARIPOSA
ST

RAILROAD ST

W LAUREL ST
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TROPICO LAND USE MAP
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT CASE NO. PGPA-001746-2023 Legend
Tropico TOD Boundary
Glendale City Boundary
Existing Land Use Designation
Community/Services
Mixed Use Date: August 2023
Amend Land Use Designation from
Community/Services to Mixed Use
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S BRAND BLVD

SAN FERNANDO RD

S GLENDALE AVE

S CENTRAL AVE

LAUREL ST

EULALIA ST

MAGNOLIA AVE

FERNANDO CT

PRINCETON ST

MIRA LOMA AVE

EL BONITO AVE

RAILROAD ST

LOS ANGELES ST

ORANGE ST

MARYLAND AVE

GARDENA AVE

GARDENA AVE

W LOS FELIZ RD

GLENDALE BLVD

W CYPRESS ST

E CYPRESS ST

CERRITOS AVE
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Glendale Transportation Center
City of Glendale
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Glendale City Boundary Tropico TOD Boundary

TROPICO TRANSIT ORIENTED DISTRICT EXISTING ZONING
LEGEND
Glendale Transportation Center
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GARDENA AVE

W CYPRESS ST

CATHEDRAL DR
SAN

FERNANDO
RD

S GLENDALE AVE

E EULALIA ST

SOUTHERN

PACIFIC
RR

S MADISON WAY

VASSAR ST
S

CENTRAL
AVE

LOS ANGELES ST

MAGNOLIA AVE

GARDENA
AVE

COLBYDR
W

CERRITOSAVE

EL BONITO AVE

MIRA LOMA AVE

W LOS FELIZ RD ROADS END ST

FOREST AVE

S BRAND BLVD

TOPOCK ST

FERNANDO CT

E CYPRESS ST

PRINCETON ST
S O

RANGE ST
S M

ARYLAND AVE

GARDENA AVE

W LOS FELIZ RD

E CERRITOS AVE

MISSION RD

HEMINGER STE LAUREL ST

W CYPRESS ST

W EULALIA ST

E LOS FELIZ RD

MARIPOSA
ST

RAILROAD ST

W LAUREL ST
0 250 500
Feet

PROPOSED ZONING FOR TROPICO TRANSIT ORIENTED DISTRICT AREA ZONING MAP AMENDMENT CASE NO. PZC-0007-2023
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Glendale City Boundary
Tropico Parcels TOD I
Tropico Parcels TOD II
Date: August 2023
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