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CITY OF GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM
Report: Resolution ordering the Vacation of the First Alley Northeasterly of Victory Boulevard, Between Allen and Irving Avenues (Alley 21); Vacation Case No. 190V.
1. Resolution Ordering the Vacation
2. Resolution Adopting Plan No. 12-245
COUNCIL ACTION
Item Type: Public Hearing
Approved for March 26, 2024 calendar
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The property owner has relocated their business to the property at 1857 Victory Boulevard and has requested the vacation of the first alley northeasterly of Victory Boulevard, between Allen and Irving Avenues (Alley 21) to create a secure business campus. The subject alley proposed to be vacated is shown on the location map in Exhibit 1.
Public Works Department (PWD) staff have investigated and found that the alley is only used by the properties owned by the applicant and recommends that the alley be vacated.
RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council approve the following resolutions involving Vacation Case No. 190V, the Vacation of the First Alley Northeasterly of Victory Boulevard, Between Allen and Irving Avenues (Alley 21).
1. Adopt a resolution ordering the vacation of said public alley; and
2. Adopt Plan No. 12-245 (Alley Vacation Map) showing the location of said public alley.
ANALYSIS
On November 10, 1924, Alley 21 was dedicated to the City of Glendale on Tract No. 8620 as recorded in Book 105, Pages 87 and 88 of Maps. The applicant owns the properties on either side of Alley 21. The property at 1833-1857 Victory Boulevard is currently developed with a commercial building and associated parking that will be maintained.
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proposed to remain as-is. No changes are planned for the existing parking lot at 312 Allen Avenue.
The subject alley is improved with asphalt concrete pavement with a concrete gutter. It contains over-head power and telecommunications lines. The northwesterly portion of the alley has a 2” gas main. Easements will be reserved for all utilities within the subject alley. Upon vacation, the subject alley will be incorporated into adjoining properties to create a unified and secure business campus.
Director of Community Development Findings
Pursuant to the provisions of the Glendale Municipal Code (GMC), Title 12, Section
12.24.060, the Director of Community Development has reviewed the application requesting the vacation of the first alley northeasterly of Victory Boulevard, between Allen and Irving Avenues (Alley 21). This alley vacation is in conjunction with proposed improvements to the existing buildings and parking areas located at 1833-1857 Victory Boulevard and 312 Allen Avenue that, in accordance with the provisions of GMC
30.47.020, are granted a Design Review Exemption for which the Director of Community Development is the review authority.
Upon consideration of Alley Vacation Case No. 190V, the Director of Community Development finds that the proposed vacation conforms with the Comprehensive General Plan of the City of Glendale.
The Director of Community Development's Decision Letter granting a Design Review Exemption is attached hereto as Exhibit 2.
Conditions of Proposed Vacation
All city departments, and various agencies and public utility companies were notified of the proposed vacation. Easements were requested and are included in the resolutions as follows:
1. An easement to Glendale Water and Power for electrical purposes.
2. An easement to the Pacific Bell Telephone Company, dba AT&T California for telecommunications purposes.
3. An easement to the Southern California Gas Company for gas piping facilities.
4. An easement to Charter Communications for telecommunications purposes.
STAKEHOLDERS/OUTREACH
Staff has worked with the property owner to facilitate the vacation of the public alley easement.
Public Notices
As required by the California Streets & Highways Code Sections 8300 et seq., notice of 3{{section.number}}b
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the public hearing for the subject vacation was published in the Glendale Independent, and notices were posted at locations along the subject Alley.
Public notification was provided to property owners within 300 feet of the proposed alley vacation via mailings as required by the Glendale Municipal Code Chapter 12.24.040.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this report.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA/NEPA)
This item is considered a ministerial activity and therefore, not subject to CEQA review.
CAMPAIGN DISCLOSURE
This item is exempt from campaign disclosure requirements.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Alternative 1: The City Council may elect not to approve the resolution as recommended herein. This would prevent the development of the business campus as envisioned by the applicant.
Alternative 2: The City Council may consider any other alternative not proposed by staff.
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION
Submitted by:
Daniel Hernandez, Interim Director of Public Works
Prepared by:
Ruel Villaluna, Senior Civil Engineer
William F. A’Hearn, Senior GIS Project Manager
Approved by:
Roubik R. Golanian, P.E., City Manager
EXHIBITS/ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit 1: Plan No. 12-245 and Location Map (2 pages)
Exhibit 2: Director of Community Development's Decision Letter