Norwalk City Council
December 2, 2025

AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL
DECEMBER 2, 2025

CLOSED SESSION MEETING
5:00 PM

REGULAR MEETING
6:00 PM

NORWALK CITY HALL/COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Tony Ayala, Mayor
Jennifer Perez, Vice Mayor
Rick Ramirez, Councilmember
Margarita L. Rios, Councilmember
Ana Valencia, Councilmember

Public Comment: The public is encouraged to address City Council on any matter listed on the agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction subject to the rules of decorum described in Section 2.08.020 of the Norwalk Municipal Code. If you wish to address City Council, please complete a speaker card and hand the card to the Sergeant at Arms. City Council will hear public comment on items listed on the agenda during discussion of the matter and prior to a vote and on matters not listed on the agenda during the Oral Communications period.

Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.

Please adhere to the following procedures when addressing the City Council: Comments should be limited to 3 minutes or less and
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Gov. Code § 84308: Parties to any proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use pending before the City Council must disclose any campaign contribution over $500 (aggregated) within the preceding 12 months made by the party, their agent, and those required to be aggregated with their contributions under Gov. Code § 82015.5. The disclosure must include the amount contributed and the name(s) of the contributor(s). "G.C. § 84308: Yes" on this agenda indicates that the item is subject to these regulations.

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CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ayala

ROLL CALL
Theresa Devoy, CMC
City Clerk

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION MATTERS

CLOSED SESSION
I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9(d)(2) – Significant exposure to litigation in two cases.

II. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.8, Assessor Parcel Numbers 8047-006-924 and 8047-006-925 (The Walk Project); Negotiating on behalf of the City: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; Negotiating Party: Primestor; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment.

RECESS
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ayala

INVOCATION
Pastor Samuel Kim
Covenant Mission Church

FLAG SALUTE
YM/Pvt. Benjamin Torres
Lcpl Kenneth L. Worley Young Marines

ROLL CALL
Theresa Devoy, CMC
City Clerk

CLOSED SESSION REPORT

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CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
a. Report of City Council Travel

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS

1. Park Master Plan Update.

2. Lions Club Check Donation Presentation.

3. Bi-Weekly Review Video.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items are considered routine matters which may be enacted by one motion and roll call vote.

Any item may be removed from the consent calendar and considered separately by City Council.

1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES ON THE AGENDA Staff recommends City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

2. MEETING MINUTES
Staff recommends City Council approve the minutes of the meeting of November 18, 2025. 825-04

3. PAYROLL FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 26, 2025 - NOVEMBER 8, 2025 Staff recommends City Council approve gross payroll in the amount of $1,282,702.91; the payroll check numbers 38605 – 38611 and the voucher numbers 352219 – 352734 in the total net amount of $963,793.62 for the payroll period October 26, 2025 – November 8, 2025.

4. COMMERCIAL DEMANDS
Staff recommends City Council approve the warrant register period November 11, 2025 – November 24, 2025, in the total amount of $4,261,415.34. 640

5. ORDINANCE NO. 25-1762 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-01 - AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING)

OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATING THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE

AND VARIOUS OTHER SECTIONS RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL ZONING Staff recommends City Council accept for second reading by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 25-1762.

6. PROJECT NO. 7196 - APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER – RESOLUTION NO. 25-57 – BUDGET

AMENDMENT FOR FIRESTONE BOULEVARD WIDENING
Staff recommend City Council:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-57, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED

BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR FIRESTONE BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, in the amount of $8,105,444.
b. authorize the City Manager to execute a Change Order with Reye’s Construction, Inc. in the amount of $9,167,940 to provide necessary safety improvements; c. authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Mark Thomas and Company, Inc., in the amount of $468,034, for design services; and d. authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with T.Y. Lin International, in the amount of $419,280, for construction management and inspection services.

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7. INSTRUCTOR AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 1 – YEAR-ROUND DANCE AND GYMNASTICS

CLASSES
Staff recommend City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the Fiscal Year 2025/26 class instructor agreement with Kidz Talent Academy in the amount of $38,400; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

8. RESOLUTION NO. 25-62 - AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO ADD

FUNDS FOR THE HOUSING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA Staff recommend City Council adopt Resolution No. 25-62, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED

BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO ESTABLISH A NORWALK HOUSING TRUST FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000.

APPOINTMENTS

9. ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENTS
Staff recommends City Council make appointments to fill the vacancies on the various Advisory Bodies for two-year terms expiring on December 31, 2026.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

10. ORDINANCE NO. 25-1764 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 AMENDING VARIOUS

SECTIONS RELATING TO DEFINITONS, PARKING STANDARDS, SPECIFIC USES IN COMMERCIAL

AND/OR MANUFACTURING ZONES, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND LOW-BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS, R-1 ZONE PERMITTED USES, INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PERMITTED USES, AND THE LAND USE MATRIX; AND ADDING SECTION 17.04.500 RELATING TO MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT Staff recommend City Council:
a. consider and find the Ordinance No. 25-1764 / Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-03 project exempt from California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to §15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption); and
b. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1764, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17 (ZONING)

OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DEFINITONS, PARKING STANDARDS,

SPECIFIC USES IN COMMERCIAL AND/OR MANUFACTURING ZONES, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND LOW-BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS, R-1 ZONE PERMITTED USES, INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PERMITTED USES, AND THE LAND USE MATRIX; AND ADDING SECTION 17.04.500 RELATING TO MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT, and schedule for adoption.

11. ORDINANCE NO. 25-1763 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 - TO AMEND TITLE 17 OF THE

NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD LOT CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES TO COMPLY WITH THE ADOPTED 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
Staff recommend City Council:
a. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1763, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD LOT CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES AND TO COMPLY WITH THE ADOPTED 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT; and
b. consider and find the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment.

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12. RESOLUTION NO. 25-58 – FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT STATE CLEARINGHOUSE NO. 2024040140 / RESOLUTION NO. 25-59 – GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 / RESOLUTION NO. 25-60 – GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 / ORDINANCE NO. 25-1765 – ZONE CHANGE NO. 2025-02 / ORDINANCE NO. 25-1766 / ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-04 TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN” Staff recommend City Council:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-58, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

NORWALK ADOPT ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, CERTIFY THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH #2024040140) FOR SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK,” APPROVE A

MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM AND ADOPT A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS;
b. adopt Resolution No. 25-59, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 TO ADD A SPECIFIC

PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION AND CHANGE SEVERAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS OF THE PROJECT TO SPECIFIC PLAN;
c. adopt Resolution No. 25-60, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 TO AMEND THE

GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT TO RECLASSIFY SEVERAL STREET CLASSIFICATIONS WITHIN THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA;
d. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1765, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE NO. 2025-02 AMENDING SEVERAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS TO SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18; and
e. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1766, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-04 ESTABLISHING THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN”, and schedule for adoption.

13. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 25-54 – UPHOLDING AN APPEAL DENYING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DECISION TO ADOPT THE RECIRCULATED INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (STATE CLEARINGHOUSE NO. 2024101066) AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN AND APPROVAL OF PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023-06 AT 14830 CARMENITA ROAD OR RESOLUTION NO. 25-63 – UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S

DECISION TO APPROVE THE IDENTIFIED DOCUMENTS
Staff recommend City Council consider:
a. Resolution No. 25-54, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK

SETTING FORTH ITS FINDING OF FACT AND DECISION OF UPHOLDING AN APPEAL

REQUEST FILED BY ADAMS BROADWELL JOSEPH & CARDOZO AND REVERSING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DECISION TO ADOPT THE RECIRCULATED INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (STATECLEARING HOUSE NO. 2024101066)

AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN AND APPROVE PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023-06 AT 14830 CARMENITA ROAD; or b. Resolution No. 25-63, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK

SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS OF FACT AND DECISION OF UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DECISION TO ADOPT THE RECIRCULATED INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (STATECLEARING HOUSE NO. 2024101066) AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN AND APPROVE PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023-06 AT 14830 CARMENITA ROAD; or
c. continue action on the appeal for a period of time deemed appropriate by the City Council and provide further direction to City staff.

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ORDINANCE AND RESOLUTIONS

14. PROJECT NO. 7246 – TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM – APPROVAL OF

COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF NORWALK BOULEVARD, SAN ANTONIO DRIVE, AND PIONEER BOULEVARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM; ENGINEER’S REPORT NO. 25-23 – RESOLUTION NO. 25-61 - BUDGET AMENDMENT Staff recommend City Council:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-61, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED

BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROGRAM PROJECT NO. 7246, in the amount of $281,700; and
b. approve the Cooperative Agreement with the County of Los Angeles regarding the implementation of the County’s Traffic Signal Synchronization Program in the amount of $281,700; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Cooperative Agreement and any amendments on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

REPORTS

15. JANUARY 2026 MEETING SCHEDULE
Staff recommend City Council choose one of the two following options:
a. hold one regularly scheduled meeting on January 20, 2026; or b. continue to hold two meetings, January 13 and 20, 2026.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

ADJOURNMENT
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin board not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated November 26, 2025.

Theresa Devoy, CMC
City Clerk
20251118
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MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETINGS

NORWALK CITY COUNCIL

NORWALK, CALIFORNIA
NOVEMBER 18, 2025

CLOSED SESSION MEETING
Mayor Ayala called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California. Responding to roll call were Councilmembers Ramirez and Rios, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala.

Councilmember Valencia arrived after roll call. Also present were Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney; and Theresa Devoy, City Clerk.

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
There were no persons wishing to address City Council on the matters to be discussed in closed session.

CLOSED SESSION
City Council immediately convened to closed session for discussion on the following matters:

I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9(d)(2) in one case.

RECESS
City Council recessed at 5:20 p.m. pending the commencement of the regular meeting.

REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Ayala called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California. City Council was present in its entirety with Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala responding to roll call. Also present were Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney; and Theresa Devoy, City Clerk.

The invocation was delivered by Manny Free, Hope City Church; followed by the flag salute, led by Riley Ferguson, Waite Middle School.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT
The City Attorney indicated there was no reportable action taken on the matters discussed in closed session.

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2 CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
City Council wished everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving. Councilmember Rios encouraged all to donate and support this holiday season; thanked Angeles Cerezo, Social Services Commissioner, who has made contributions to those in need within Norwalk, and requested residents impacted by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to reach out to the City. Councilmember Valencia reported on her attendance at the Veterans Day Ceremony and Kiwanis 605 Family Fun Night “Loteria Night.” Vice Mayor Perez reported on her attendance at the Homeless Task Force Meeting, thanked staff for all they do, and provided updates on Measure A; reported on her attendance at the Cerritos College Military Ball; shared that the Cerritos Culinary Arts Department is selling pies for the holidays; congratulated the new businesses that have opened in the City; highlighted the Residential Back-up Battery Program; and announced various events such as the Tree Lighting and Santa Sleigh. Mayor Ayala invited all to attend the Soroptimist International of Norwalk/Santa Fe Springs California Dreamin’ Holiday Gala, December 7, at the Norwalk Arts and Sports Complex, and shared proceeds will go to supporting women and children; and reported on his attendance at the Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies for Nothing Bundt Cakes and Dreamcatcher Community Resource Center.

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
City Council recognized the following Norwalk High School students for designing and painting a utility box on Foster Road near Jersey: Valeria Badilla, Ivette Calvario, Lilyan Rendon, and Juan Sanchez.

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
Mr. Gomez introduced Rita Ruiz as the newly appointed Director of Public Safety. He announced that the Recreation and Park Services Department received the League of California Cities Helen Putnam Award presented by Nicholas Cabeza, Regional Public Affairs Manager at the League of California Cities.

Videos were shared highlighting Veterans Day 2025, the Weingart Rose housing development ribbon cutting ceremony, and the “Bi-Weekly” review. Mr. Gomez shared that the “Know Your Rights” Education Forums will be held on November 25, at the Social Services Center and on December 9, at the Senior Center; a food drive for those affected by ICE and homelessness at the Social Services Center, and thanked the community for their support.

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3 CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items are considered routine matters which may be enacted by one motion and roll call vote.

Vice Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Ramirez seconded to approve the consent calendar as recommended. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES ON THE AGENDA - City Council waived reading in full of all ordinances on the agenda and declared that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

MEETING MINUTES
City Council approved the minutes of the meetings of November 4, 2025. 825-04 PAYROLL FOR THE PERIOD OCOBER 12, 2025 – OCTOBER 25, 2025 City Council approved gross payroll in the amount of $1,223,684.43; the payroll check Nos. 38597 – 38604 and the Voucher Nos. 351704 – 352218, in the total net amount of $993,624.25 for the payroll period October 12, 2025 – October 31, 2025. 630

COMMERCIAL DEMANDS
City Council approved the warrant register period October 28, 2025 – November 10, 2025, in the total amount of $10,557,882.16. 640
PLANNING COMMISSION SYNOPSIS - NOVEMBER 12, 2025
No action was taken. 320
RESOLUTION NO. 25-55 - REPORTING OF THE EMPLOYER’S CONTRIBUTION FOR MANAGEMENT UNIT EMPLOYEES UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL

AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT
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4 City Council adopted Resolution No. 25-55, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 24-65 AND FIXING

THE EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION AT AN EQUAL AMOUNT FOR EMPLOYEES AND ANNUITANTS UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT FOR MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES. 135-01-03

APPOINTMENTS

ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENTS
There were no appointments made. 200

PUBLIC HEARINGS
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1761 – ADOPTING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING,

RESIDENTIAL, FIRE, WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL,

MECHANICAL, ENERGY, EXISTING BUILDING, AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS AND AMENDMENTS – RESOLUTION NO. 25-53 MODIFYING THE

CALIFORNIA STANDARD CODES DUE TO LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS – AMENDING THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE Mayor Ayala opened the public hearing to consider the adoption of 2025 building codes.

The City Clerk presented a report on legal requisites for notice of hearing. Alex Hamilton, Interim Director of Community Development, provided a brief report. There being no persons wishing to speak on this matter, Mayor Ayala closed the public hearing. City Councilmember Ramirez moved and Vice Mayor Perez seconded to:
a. adopt Ordinance No. 25-1761, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA

BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, FIRE, WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE, PLUMBING,

ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, ENERGY, EXISTING BUILDING, AND GREEN

BUILDING STANDARDS CODES AND RELATED MODEL CODES, WITH
APPENDICES AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND AMENDING THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE; and
b. adopt Resolution No. 25-53, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF NORWALK MAKING EXPRESS FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS THAT

MODIFICATIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, FIRE,

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL,

EXISTING BUILDING, AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODES IN ORDINANCE NO. 25-1761 ARE REASONABLY NECESSARY BECAUSE OF LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS.

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5 MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: None 305-01
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1762 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-01 - AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATING THE

ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE AND VARIOUS OTHER SECTIONS

RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL ZONING
Mayor Ayala opened the public hearing to consider finding Ordinance No. 25-1762 exempt from California Environmental Quality Act and introduce Ordinance No. 25-1762.

The City Clerk presented a report on legal requisites for notice of hearing indicating that a letter was submitted by James M. Lloyd, CalHDF Director of Planning and Investigations, requesting changes to the ordinance. Nancy Lee, Development Services Manager, provided a report. There being no other persons wishing to speak in this matter, Mayor Ayala closed the public hearing. Vice Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Ramirez seconded to:
a. consider and find the Ordinance No. 25-1762/Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-01 project exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption); and
b. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1762, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK, AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL

CODE UPDATING THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE AND VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE, and schedule for adoption.

MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: None 305-01
RESOLUTION NO. 25-54 - UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DECISION

TO ADOPT THE RECIRCULATED INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (STATE CLEARING HOUSE NO. 2024101066) AND MITIGATION

MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN AND APPROVE PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023-06 AT 14830 CARMENITA ROAD
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6 Mayor Ayala opened the public hearing to consider upholding the Planning Commission’s Decision to adopt the recirculated initial study/mitigated Negative Declaration and reporting plan and approve the Precise Development Plan No. 2023-06. The City Clerk presented a report on legal requisites for notice of hearing indicating that a letter was submitted by Alisha C. Pember, from Adams Broadwell Joseph & Cordozo, in opposition to the resolution. A report was provided by Mr. Hamilton. The following individuals spoke on the matter: testifying in favor of the appeal were Aidan Marhsall, Daniel Osborne, Godfrey Wachira, Veto Basuto, Brenda Campos, Juan Delara, and Kateleen Luna.

Applicants Legal Counsel Andrew Fogg from Cox, Castle, and Nicholson, spoke on the matter. Testifying in favor of upholding the Planning Commission’s decision to approve the plan was Eddie Rivera. Appellant Aidan Marshall, representing Creed LA Equitable Economic Development, provided a rebuttal. City Council discussion ensued with Councilmember Rios inquiring how many loading docks are within the property and traffic impacts. Megan Truman, from EPD Solutions, shared insight on the matter stating there would be an increase in trips, but no traffic impacts. Hashwa Basuli, from EPD Solutions, and Andrew Fogg from Cox, Castle, and Nicholson, stated that the impacts are within the Los Angeles County Guidelines. Mayor Ayala confirmed with Mr. Hamilton that the City is not relinquishing control of site use if they were to adopt the resolution. Vice Mayor Perez shared that the scale of the project has been reviewed thoroughly by the Planning Commission, and she supported their decision. There being no other persons wishing to testify on this matter, Mayor Ayala closed the public hearing. Councilmembers Ramirez and Rios and Mayor Ayala shared they would like more information on the matter.

Following clarification from the City Attorney regarding next steps, Councilmember Ramirez moved and Councilmember Rios seconded to reject the resolution and uphold the appeal; which will bring back the item on December 2, 2025. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, and Mayor Ayala NOES: Vice Mayor Perez
ABSENT: None 320-04-2023-06

REPORTS
RESOLUTION NO. 25-56 - BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR PROJECT NOS. 7359 AND 7607 - HERMOSILLO PARK GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE AGREEMENT Allan Perdomo, Director of Recreation and Park Services, provided a report. Vice Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Rios seconded to:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-56, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE ADOPTED FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 BUDGET INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF $10,404,164 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF HERMOSILLO PARK PROJECT; and
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7 b. approve a Design-Build Agreement to establish a Guaranteed Maximum Price provided by Reyes Construction, Inc., in the amount of $49,631,712 for construction of the Hermosillo Park Project, Project Nos. 7359 and 7607; and authorized the City Manager to execute any future amendments, provided there is funding in the budget and it is within his signing authority, on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Councilmembers Ramirez, Rios, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Perez, and Mayor Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: None 610/1005-04-7356/1005-04-7607

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Addressing City Council were Caren Spilsbury, Ernesto, Sara, Britney Spears, Austin, Andy U., Norwalk Resident #10, Norwalk Resident #22, Norwalk #67, and N.

ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:43 p.m.
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THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
ATTEST:
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TONY AYALA
MAYOR
City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Jana Stuard, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Karmin Hernandez Persi, Financial Analyst
SUBJECT: PAYROLL FOR THE PERIOD OCTOBER 26, 2025 - NOVEMBER 8, 2025 Background:

The City’s gross payroll cost for the period October 26, 2025 – November 8, 2025 totaling $1,282,702.91.

Fiscal Impact:

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Citizens Advised:

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Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

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Recommended Action:

Staff recommends City Council approve gross payroll in the amount of $1,282,702.91; the payroll check numbers 38605 – 38611 and the voucher numbers 352219 – 352734 in the total net amount of $963,793.62 for the payroll period October 26, 2025 – November 8, 2025.

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CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
1 ACE 5ON5 LLC YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL OFFICIATING FEE 204596 $820.00 2 ALFRED MENDOZA STREET CITY REFUND 204597 $45.00
3 ALTEC INC ONSITE AND OFFSITE REPAIRS 204598 $1,650.31 4 PACIFIC COAST ELEVATOR ELEVATOR SERVICES 204599 $943.75 5 ANITA HERNANDEZ NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204600 $552.50 6 ANITA KHAKWANI UTILITY BILL REFUND 204601 $125.43
7 BERNABE COMMUNITY CENTER CONTRIBUTION RICK RAMIREZ 204602 $250.00 8 BRENDA SEGURA NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204603 $500.00 9 CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE UNIFORMS 204604 $1,077.48 10 COLIBRI ENTERTAINMENT INC MINIACHI PERFORMANCE 204605 $600.00 11 CROSSTOWN ELECTRICAL & DATA INC REPLACE TRAFFIC LOOPS 204606 $4,254.25 12 CUMMINS INC SUPPLY OF EQUIPMENT PARTS 204607 $2,505.51 13 CLIFFORD D WHITE TESTING AND REPAIRS 204608 $2,225.00 14 DAPEER ROSENBLIT & LITVAK LLP PROSECUTOR SERVICES SEPTEMBER 2025 204609 $15,484.73 15 SOUTHERN CALIF SECURITY CENTERS INC KEYS AND TAGS 204610 $38.30 16 HONEYCOTT INC BEE REMOVAL 204611 $850.00
17 MIKE CABRERA CORPORTATION FALL 2025 BROCHURE 204612 $6,526.52 18 DIONISIO COSTA FIRE WORK CITY REFUND 204613 $2,000.00 19 GERARDO RENTERIA NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204614 $470.00 20 GILLIG LLC BUS PARTS 204615 $683.63
21 WW GRAINGER INC MAINTENANCE MATERIALS 204616 $3,438.83 22 H&H AUTO PARTS WHOLESALE SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF AUTO PARTS 204617 $1,136.08 23 HARBOR REGIONAL NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204618 $500.00 24 INLAND KENWORTH US INC SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF BRAKES 204619 $361.75 25 ISABEL GARCIA NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204620 $500.00 26 JAMES H DYKSTRA FEDERAL AD SERVICES OCTOBER 2025 204621 $2,000.00 27 JENNIFER RUIZ NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204622 $1,000.00 28 JESUS GOMEZ LUNCH MEETING REIMBURSEMENT 204623 $51.40 29 JOSE LUIS VELASQUEZ JR MOVIE NIGHT PROJECTION AND AUDIO 204624 $450.00 30 JUAN HERNANDEZ UTILITY BILL REFUND 204625 $130.38
31 JULIO COREA UTILITY BILL REFUND 204626 $117.96
32 KARLA TREJO UTILITY BILL REFUND 204627 $103.96
33 MIDWEST MOTOR SUPPLY CO INC SUPPLY SHOP HARDWARE 204628 $308.32 34 LEILA PROCOPIO-MAKUH SERVICES JANUARY-OCTOBER 2025 204629 $3,967.50 35 LUIS GARCIA COLLAZO UTILITY BILL REFUND 204630 $127.57 36 M & M EMBROIDERY DESIGN INC PLANNING POLO SHIRT 204631 $29.84 37 MARIA D AVILA ZUMBA FIT INSTRUCTOR OCTOBER 2025 204632 $250.00 38 MARIA SANCHEZ NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204633 $1,000.00

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
39 MCMASTER-CARR SUPPLY COMPANY MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES 204634 $530.48 40 MUTUAL LIQUID GAS & EQUIP DELIVERY OF PROPANE 204635 $302.96 41 N/S CORPORATION BUS WASH INSPECTION SEPTEMBER 2025 204636 $608.00 42 NICHOLLS CONSULTING INC RECYCLING CONSULTANT 204637 $2,881.65 43 NORWALK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITY CONTRIBUTION NOVEMBER 204638 $3,458.34 44 NORWALK FLOAT FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTION JENNIFER PEREZ 204639 $500.00 45 ONLINE INFORMATION SERVICES INC UTILITY EXCHANGE 204640 $139.52 46 PATRICIA HUTCHINSON UTILITY BILL REFUND 204641 $67.01 47 RENATA DELEON NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204642 $250.00 48 ROADLINE PRODUCTS INC USA TRAFFIC SIGNING 204643 $2,096.20 49 S&J SUPPLY COMPANY MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES 204644 $7,191.68 50 SADIA ZAHOOR UTILITY BILL REFUND 204645 $14.60
51 SHAOFU HE UTILITY BILL REFUND 204646 $89.67
52 SOROPTIMIST INTL OF THE AMERICAS CONTRIBUTION JENNIFER PEREZ 204647 $600.00 53 L V CROWN LLC LIGHT FIXTURE 204648 $736.15
54 TRI WEST MECHANICAL INC HVAC REPAIRS 204649 $5,050.00 55 TUNNELWORKS SERVICES INC SEWER MAINTENANCE 204650 $66,974.94 56 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF SO CA CA STATE REGULATORY FEES 204651 $275.63 57 UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE NORWALK NOW POSTING NOVEMBER 2025 204652 $6,469.76 58 VERNOLAS TOW SERVICE ON-CALL TOWING SERVICES 204653 $426.25 59 WATERLINE TECHNOLOGIES INC SUPPLIES AND CHEMICALS 204654 $1,169.57 60 WAXIE'S ENTERPRISES LLC CLEANING SUPPLIES FOR BUSES 204655 $261.35 61 ALEJANDRA MARIA ALVIZO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 AUGUST 2025 204656 $2,645.70 62 ALEX RODRIGUEZ JR CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204657 $1,270.93 63 ANGELA JESUSITA CARBAJAL CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204658 $874.43 64 ASHLEY MARIE LEVARIO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204659 $2,232.64 65 CARMEN DAVALOS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204660 $2,323.17
66 CATHERINE YAJAIRA AMAYA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204661 $780.46 67 ROSA GABRIELA PAEZ CONTRERAS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204662 $1,439.63 68 EFROCINA HERNANDEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204663 $1,414.40 69 ELIZABETH L PIMENTEL CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204664 $732.78 70 ERIKA FLORES CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204665 $908.77
71 ERNESTO HERRERA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204666 $1,700.11
72 HECTOR FERREYRA NAVARRO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204667 $1,212.02 73 JUSTIN IVAN GONZALEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204668 $694.42 74 LANITA LA TRELL JENKINS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204669 $2,014.16 75 LIDISE DELGADO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204670 $1,007.08
76 MARCELA OVIEDO DE GONZALEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204671 $908.77

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
77 MARIANNE FRANCINE GONZALES CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204672 $727.45 78 MARTHA RADILLO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204673 $874.44
79 NATALIE ROSE LEYVA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204674 $908.77 80 NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204675 $1,340.00 81 RODOLFO ROMERO JR CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204676 $577.90
82 SAMIR HUMAYUN CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204677 $3,939.14
83 SARAH CORRINE SMITH WHITSON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204678 $707.20 84 SUZANNA E RAMOS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204679 $685.28
85 VANESSA MARIE CONTRERAS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204680 $2,121.60 86 GATEWAY CITIES MEMBERSHIP FEES FY2026 204681 $48,972.50 87 COASTAL OCCUPATIONAL MEDICAL GROUP POST-OFFER MEDICAL SCREEN 204682 $360.00 88 CAMILLE MORENO CMC EXPENSE CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT 204683 $358.79 89 CORODATA RECORDS MANAGEMENT INC BUILDING AND SAFETY 204684 $284.11 90 JOCELYN HERNANDEZ ADOBE GOMAX REIMBURSEMENT 204685 $82.89 91 LOURDES RODRIGUEZ CACEO EXPENSE CLAIM REIMBURSEMENT 204686 $323.93 92 SHELTER CLEAN SERVICES INC BUS SHELTER SERVICES 204687 $2,422.50 93 STATER BROS MARKETS THANKSGIVING GIFT CARDS 204688 $2,425.00 94 TOVEY SHULTZ CONSTRUCTION INC CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CIP #7865 204689 $99,993.64 95 AUTO CHLOR SYSTEM CLEANING SOLUTIONS 204690 $376.22
96 BERNABE COMMUNITY CENTER CONTRIBUTION MARGARITA RIOS 204691 $350.00 97 DISTRICT LODGE 947, IAMAW EMPLOYEE UNION DUES 204692 $6,408.00 98 CORELOGIC INC GOODS SERVICES OCTOBER 2025 204693 $374.51 99 EDNET CAREER INSTITUTE INC SECURITY SERVICES 204694 $53,130.00 100 ROSEN & ROSEN INDUSTRIES INC SAFETY VESTS AND BEANIES 204695 $3,969.45 101 DOOR 1 SYSTEMS DOOR FURNISH AND INSTALL SERVICES 204696 $1,850.00 102 DRAW TAP GIS LLC POP UP EDITS 204697 $300.00
103 ELISA ROBLEDO CTA EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT 204698 $154.33 104 ELIZABETH VENEGAS PARK SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204699 $500.00 105 CENTER FOR TRANSPORTATION AND THE ZEBRA 2026 MEMBERSHIP 204700 $3,500.00 106 FAIR HOUSING FOUNDATION FAIR HOUSNG SERVICE OCTOBER 2025 204701 $1,084.59 107 FRANCHISE TAX BOARD PAYROLL DEDUCTION ENDING 11/08/2025 204702 $956.80 108 FULL SAIL ENTERPRISES INC DESIGN SERVICES 204703 $800.00 109 GERARD BUENO NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204704 $500.00 110 ISLAS TIRES INC SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF NEW TIRES 204705 $28.00 111 JAVIER GALVEZ NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204706 $250.00 112 JMDIAZ INC DESIGN SERVICES SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 204707 $6,173.96 113 LA CANADA DESIGN GROUP INC PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OCTOBER 2025 204708 $1,100.00

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
114 LUCY MORENO NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204709 $1,000.00 115 SO CALIF REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY FARE MEDIA (REVENUE) 204710 $658.25 116 UNIFORM DEPOT INC UNIFORM AND RELATED EQUIPMENT 204711 $1,701.84 117 NICOLE NAONE PARK SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204712 $1,000.00 118 NORMA CRUZ PERMIT TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION REFUND 204713 $100.00 119 MJ PARK DVM INC FELINE NEUTER PROGRAM 204714 $300.00 120 NORWALK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204715 $250.00 121 NORWALK PRINTERS INC HOUSING ENVELOPES 204716 $1,503.02 122 ONWARD ENGINEERING MATERIALS TEST OCTOBER 2025 204717 $24,188.52 123 OSCAR RODRIGUEZ NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204718 $1,000.00 124 ROBERT THEODORE DRIESLEIN ANGEL TREE SUPPLIES 204719 $4,094.65 125 RJ NOBLE COMPANY CONSTRUCTION #1/7933 SEPTEMBER 2025 204720 $469,607.51 126 RELIABLE MONITORING SERVICES METHANE DETECTION MAINTENANCE 204721 $3,749.80 127 ROADLINE PRODUCTS INC USA TRAFFIC SIGNING 204722 $1,465.23 128 S&J SUPPLY COMPANY MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES WATER 204723 $879.07 129 SANDRA DURAN NASC SECURITY DEPOSIT REFUND 204724 $500.00 130 SELECT ELECTRIC INC CONSTRUCTION 204725 $199,142.89 131 SELECT ELECTRIC INC CONTINGENCY 204726 $76,905.07
132 SONYA INEZ CHRISTIAN SUPPORTIVE SERVICES SENIOR GRANT 204727 $120.00 133 SOROPTIMIST INTL OF THE AMERICAS CONTRIBUTION ANA VALENCIA 204728 $400.00 134 SOUTH COAST AQMD ANNUAL RENEWAL FEES 204729 $2,780.15 135 SOUTHSTAR DCCM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT OCTOBER 204730 $20,308.00 136 STANDARD INSURANCE COMPANY PAYROLL DEDUCTION OCTOBER 204731 $764.78 137 THE DOWNEY PATRIOT INC DISPLAY AD 204732 $2,640.00
138 L V CROWN LLC MAINTENANCE SUPPLIES 204733 $736.15
139 TRI WEST MECHANICAL INC FREEZER REPAIR 204734 $670.00 140 TY LIN INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SEPTEMBER 204735 $140,662.25 141 ARGO ENTERPRISES INC FIRST AID SUPPLIES FOR CITY HALL 204736 $288.41 142 WEST COAST ARBORISTS INC CITYWIDE TREE TRIMMING SERVICES 204737 $39,548.75 143 UNIVERSAL WASTE SYSTEMS RESTROOM RENTALS 204738 $2,625.00 144 WILLDAN ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION CIP 7934 OCTOBER 2025 204739 $1,052.25 145 ADELA ESPINOZA GARCIA CHILD CARE 204740 $1,615.97
146 AIDAN JAMES ZEPPUHAR CHILD CARE 204741 $1,345.94
147 ARACELI GONZALEZ CHILD CARE 204742 $3,231.94
148 AUDRIANNA NICOLE SCHUCK CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204743 $274.92 149 CAROLINE K MORENO CHILD CARE 204744 $891.61
150 DAVIT PETROSYAN CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204745 $1,413.12 151 ETELBINA DIAS CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204746 $1,799.45

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
152 MARIA LOPEZ ESPINOSA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204747 $1,011.28 153 EVA LINDA MORENO CHILD CARE 204748 $694.42
154 EVANGELINA ALICEA DE BONALES CHILD CARE 204749 $1,145.72 155 FILADELFIA GODINEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204750 $1,748.88 156 FRED M. MAESTAS CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204751 $1,414.40 157 GROWING TOGETHER LOPEZ DAY CARE CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204752 $1,817.59 158 GUILLERMINA MARTINEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204753 $1,299.29 159 IRMA DEBRA CORELLA CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204754 $1,652.65 160 JAVIER MEZA CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204755 $707.20
161 JAYLENE ALEXA CENDEJAS CHILD CARE 204756 $1,933.38
162 JOHN M RUIZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204757 $707.20
163 JUDY ANN ALANIS CHILD CARE 204758 $1,615.97
164 MAOD INC CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204759 $1,439.26
165 MARIA ALEJANDRINA GARCIA CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204760 $606.01 166 MARIA ALICIA MURILLO CHILD CARE 204761 $707.20
167 MARTIN S. HINCH CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204762 $4,495.52 168 RAQUEL SILVA CHILD CARE 204763 $707.20
169 ROBERTO APARICIO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204764 $1,863.82 170 ROSALINA MAGRAMO RELLOSA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204765 $278.62 171 ROSALINDA M JAIMEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204766 $546.56 172 MARIA DEL CONSUELO RUIZ MADRIGAL CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204767 $15,143.71 173 LEAPS AND BOUNDS LLC CHILD CARE 204768 $534.84
174 SILVER FLOWER CAMACHO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204769 $518.04 175 SILVINA ESPARZA DE CASTANEDA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 204770 $2,299.79 176 THERESA MARIE DURANT CHILD CARE STAGE 2 204771 $908.77 177 VERONICA RODRIGUEZ CHILD CARE 204772 $3,399.89
178 GUADALUPE VILLAGRAN CHILD CARE 204773 $2,574.05
179 SNC VETERINAY INC FELINE NEUTER PROGRAM 204774 $1,303.00 180 ARAKELIAN ENTERPRISES INC UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AUGUST 204775 $115.90 181 BRENNAN ESTIMATING SERVICES ANNUAL MONITORING FEE 2025-2026 204776 $480.00 182 DATA TICKET INC ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION SEPTEMBER 2025 204777 $600.00 183 DEWEY SERVICES INCORPORATED PEST CONTROL SERVICES NOVEMBER 204778 $228.00 184 DRUG FREE BUSINESS OPERATIONS SEPTEMBER 2025 204779 $294.00 185 SCOTT V ECKERSALL XY MAPS NOVEMBER 2025 204780 $1,500.00 186 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CO-OP PARATRANSIT DEMAND RESPONSE 204781 $4,361.78 187 GILLIG LLC BUS PARTS 204782 $253.58
188 IPS GROUP INC REPLACEMENT OF PARTS AND SUPPLIES 204783 $164.77 189 ISLAS TIRES INC SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF TIRES 204784 $147.07

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
190 JESUS GOMEZ NLMUSD MEETING REIMBURSEMENT 204785 $72.48 191 LIBERTY UTILITIES CORP UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM SEPTEMBER 204786 $187.07 192 LITTLE LAKE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTRIBUTION TONY AYALA 204787 $500.00 193 M & M EMBROIDERY DESIGN INC HOPE UNIFORMS AND RELATED EQUIPMENT 204788 $78.46 194 MERIDIAN RAPID DEFENSE GROUP LLC ANNUAL CERTIFIED TRAINING 204789 $269,897.58 195 NADA BUS INC SENIOR TOURS 204790 $1,440.00
196 DREAMCATCHER COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION MARGARITA RIOS 204791 $500.00 197 S&J SUPPLY COMPANY MISCELLANEOUS SUPPLIES 204792 $3,781.51 198 SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON COMPANY UTILITIES CITYWIDE 204793 $21,537.82 199 BOARD OF EQUALIZATION STATEMENT OF BOUNDARY CHANGE FEE 204794 $11,500.00 200 SUNWEST ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTORS UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK 204795 $530.00 201 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OCTOBER 204796 $181.42 202 THE MERINO GROUP COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES OCTOBER 2025 204797 $3,175.00 203 UNIFIRST CORPORATION CREDIT INVOICE #2190409626 204798 $1,521.13 204 NADINE MCGUIRE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204799 $1,405.84
205 NEW HARVEST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204800 $2,044.00 206 VANESSA ALVAREZ VALLE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 204801 $527.79 207 BADGER METER INC OCTOBER 2025 SERVICES V22667 $1,956.84 208 BKF ENGINEERS STORM WATER PLAN SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER V22668 $24,996.50 209 CARPI & CLAY INC FEDERAL AD SERVICES OCTOBER 2025 V22669 $3,000.00 210 CITY OF CERRITOS PURCHASE OF WATER SEPTEMBER 2025 V22670 $41,690.81 211 GENERAL PUMP COMPANY INC PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS V22671 $2,882.05 212 JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC CITY HALL ALARMS JULY-SEPTEMBER 2025 V22672 $5,517.10 213 LUCRECIA EMPERATRIZ ARRIOLA HOMEMAKING SENIOR GRANT V22673 $360.00 214 MARGARET B MEJIA HOMEMAKING SENIOR GRANT V22674 $160.00 215 MARIO ENRIQUE MERA MANAGEMENT SERVICES ENDING 11/08/2025 V22675 $10,969.50 216 NANCY GALICIA HOMEMAKING SENIOR GRANT V22676 $200.00 217 NORWALK CAR WASH INC VEHICLE #291823 CAR WASH V22677 $27.00 218 RICHARDS WATSON AND GERSHON INC LEGAL SERVICES SEPTEMBER 2025 V22678 $717.50 219 KNOLLER MONTESSORI LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22679 $3,232.26 220 ALEJANDRA PINEDA ROMERO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22680 $1,155.80 221 ANNABEL MARIE CAMACHO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22681 $1,386.11 222 ANTHONY BELLARD CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22682 $707.20
223 ANTONIA ESTHER ANTONIO ANZUETO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22683 $681.63 224 ARIADNA RAYGOZA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22684 $3,348.02 225 BENILDA SANTOS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22685 $805.02
226 GROW AND LEARN CENTER CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22686 $9,519.29 227 BLANCA JUDITH LAMAS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22687 $908.77

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
228 CARLA PATRICIA HERNANDEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22688 $2,297.64 229 CAROL WOODS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22689 $4,199.52
230 ANA CASTELLON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22690 $2,809.87
231 CECILIA GARCIA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22691 $1,514.78
232 CHANDRIKA UDAYAN GAMARALALAGE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22692 $1,299.29 233 CRYSTAL DIANE ADAMS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22693 $694.41 234 IRENE DE LA VEGA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22694 $1,299.29 235 DEBORAH ANNA CONEY REED CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22695 $577.90 236 DIAHN LYNETTE HOUSTON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22696 $1,514.78 237 BEUSALICIA DIAZ CASTILLO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22697 $3,042.84 238 ELENA ADALINA LOPEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22698 $1,135.84 239 ELIZABETH E PEREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22699 $1,155.80 240 EUREKA FAYE LAURANT CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22700 $1,486.67 241 LUZ A FELIX MEDINA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22701 $6,691.62 242 MARIA EUGENIA FLORES CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22702 $1,498.89 243 OLIVIA GONZALEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22703 $2,265.95 244 GRASIELA CUEVAS PEREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22704 $1,514.78 245 GUADALUPE ARELLANO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22705 $3,624.53 246 SHANNA SUE HUNTER CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22706 $3,778.94 247 JACKELINE CHAVEZ MORENO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22707 $707.20 248 JALEN EMON WALKER CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22708 $577.90 249 MISS JAMIES DAYCARE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22709 $1,299.29 250 JASMIN ELIZABETH GOMEZ BACA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22710 $2,384.02 251 JOYCE ANN TAYLOR CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22711 $1,817.54 252 SHELCO ENTERPRISE LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22712 $27,669.99 253 JUAN JOSE LEMUS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22713 $606.01
254 JUDITH GALVAN CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22714 $606.01
255 JULIE ANN BOUTTE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22715 $2,121.60 256 KARLA YAMILETH ALFARO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22716 $2,457.35 257 KATHERINE MARIE HERRERA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22717 $2,670.58 258 KEISHA MARIE PARKER CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22718 $908.77 259 GUTIERREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22719 $2,064.63 260 LUTGARDA MARIA ARMAS GONZALEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22720 $826.55 261 MA DE LOS ANGELES REYES DE RODRIGUE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22721 $606.01 262 MAGGIE RAMIREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22722 $3,056.11
263 MARIA CRUZ MARTINEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22723 $2,726.80 264 MARIA MAYELA RIVERA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22724 $908.77

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
265 MARIA SCARLET MENDOZA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22725 $1,007.08 266 MARLA SHERICE JOHNSON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22726 $2,014.16 267 MELISHA RENEE BINNS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22727 $2,020.41 268 MIREYA PLASENCIA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22728 $1,414.40 269 NATANAEL JOSUE JACOBO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22729 $1,789.92 270 PALOMARES FAMILY DAYCARE CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22730 $6,792.56 271 ELIA PEREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22731 $1,850.28
272 MER ED LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22732 $1,611.68
273 ROBERT ELIJAH HARRINGTON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22733 $1,817.54 274 ROSA ALBINA RUIZ LOPEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22734 $685.28 275 ROSA ELENA CASTANEDA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22735 $2,280.45 276 ROSA TORRES CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22736 $826.55
277 ROSANA GRACIELA SUAREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22737 $1,951.95 278 CYNTHIA C RUIZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22738 $1,299.29
279 SABRINA JASMIN CARDENAS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22739 $1,573.65 280 SHERON LOUISE BEDELL CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22740 $1,648.70 281 SINA SALEAPAGA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22741 $1,679.99
282 MARIANA ANITA SINOHUI CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22742 $4,162.39 283 SOCORRO MARQUARDT CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22743 $2,339.71 284 STEPHANIE KAREN JOHNSON CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22744 $1,410.84 285 MARIA E FERNANDEZ SILVA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22745 $6,107.72 286 THE LORDS CHILDREN MISSION CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22746 $2,256.00 287 TOYLAND FAMILY DAY CARE INC CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22747 $1,268.30 288 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22748 $5,380.00 289 VENDA BLACKWELL CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22749 $1,877.99 290 VICTORIA ESCOBEDO HURTADO CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22750 $908.77 291 VILMA SOLEDAD FIGUEROA CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22751 $2,162.88 292 ZOILA ELIZABETH MAZARIEGOS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 AUGUST 2025 V22752 $7,291.50 293 GLOBAL URBAN STRATEGIES INC PROFESSIONAL ASSISTANCE V22753 $13,347.42 294 FIRST TRANSIT INC DIAL-A-RIDE ADVANCED RESERVATIONS V22754 $94,407.58 295 I COPY INC COPY CHARGES TRANSIT V22755 $136.20
296 LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT CRIME SUPPRESS AUGUST 2025 V22756 $12,031.90 297 LUCRECIA EMPERATRIZ ARRIOLA PERSONAL CARE SENIOR GRANT V22757 $120.00 298 NANCY GALICIA HOMEMAKING SENIOR GRANT V22758 $200.00 299 THIENES ENGINEERING INC CITYWIDE SURVEYING SERVICES V22759 $12,422.31 300 UNITED SITE SERVICES OF CALIF INC HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 10/31/2025 STANDARD V22760 $856.40 301 ALMA J MADRIGAL CHILD CARE V22761 $5,620.46
302 KNOLLER MONTESSORI LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22762 $5,757.04

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
303 ADRIANA JIMENEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22763 $21,979.08 304 ALYSHA NICOLE ARCEO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22764 $2,323.17 305 ALYSSA DARLENE LOMELI CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22765 $1,363.26 306 ANDREA RENEE MORALES CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22766 $908.77 307 ANDREW RAMOS CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22767 $1,132.68
308 BENILDA SANTOS CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22768 $10,079.03 309 BRASCANCELY CORDON CHILD CARE V22769 $908.77
310 MARIA L CORTEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22770 $5,064.12
311 CARLOS TELLEZ RAMIREZ JR CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22771 $658.00 312 CARMEN ALCARAZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22772 $1,370.56
313 CARMEN MONTES CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22773 $1,132.68
314 ANA CASTELLON CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22774 $2,433.98
315 CHANDRIKA UDAYAN GAMARALALAGE CHILD CARE V22775 $2,739.80 316 CHANEL JAYDEN REYES CHILD CARE V22776 $908.77
317 CHRISTINA RENEE GABRIEL CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22777 $577.90 318 CINDIRAE MICHELE RAMOS CHILD CARE V22778 $874.44
319 CLAUDIA VELASQUEZ CHILD CARE V22779 $606.01
320 JOYFUL LITTLE LEARNERS FAMILY CHILD CARE V22780 $1,348.10 321 CAROLINE CORRAL CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22781 $3,216.71 322 CRISTINA JULIETA HURTADO CHILD CARE V22782 $2,120.79 323 CYNTHIA MONIQUE HARRISON CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22783 $1,414.40 324 IRENE DE LA VEGA CHILD CARE V22784 $2,186.96
325 DELMY OFELIA SERMENO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22785 $707.20 326 DESIREE CARCANO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22786 $3,039.55 327 BEUSALICIA DIAZ CASTILLO CHILD CARE V22787 $7,645.39 328 ELIZABETH CARPINTEYRO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22788 $5,075.50 329 EMMA YOLANDA ORTEGA CHILD CARE V22789 $606.01
330 ERIC CABRERA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22790 $681.63
331 ERICA JEAN HOLGUIN CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22791 $2,538.18 332 ERIKA BARAJAS DIAZ CHILD CARE V22792 $2,952.39
333 ERNESTINA MARCIAL CHILD CARE V22793 $518.04
334 ESMERALDA VASQUEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22794 $693.06 335 LUZ A FELIX MEDINA CHILD CARE V22795 $7,399.90
336 MARIA EUGENIA FLORES CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22796 $8,388.65 337 CAROL GALVEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22797 $5,031.18
338 GISHANI M RANAWEERA CHILD CARE V22798 $1,299.29
339 OLIVIA GONZALEZ CHILD CARE V22799 $4,705.57
340 GREGORY ALAN ECKENSBERGER JR CHILD CARE V22800 $1,615.97

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
341 ERICKA MARIA TORRES CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22801 $8,225.32 342 SHANNA SUE HUNTER CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22802 $15,396.39 343 IMELDA HERRERA DE ESTEVEZ CHILD CARE V22803 $2,214.84 344 MISS JAMIES DAYCARE CHILD CARE V22804 $1,299.29
345 JASMINE GULAKOWSKI CHILD CARE V22805 $908.77
346 JAYLEEN DESTINEE SOSA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22806 $707.20 347 JEANNETTE PATRICIA FLORES CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22807 $1,414.40 348 JESSICA YADIRA GRACIAN ORTIZ CHILD CARE V22808 $8,499.56 349 JOE L MARQUEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22809 $1,032.45
350 JOSEPHINE GLORIA CAUDILLO CHILD CARE V22810 $693.03 351 SHELCO ENTERPRISE LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22811 $55,455.14 352 JUANITA MUNOZ CHILD CARE V22812 $908.77
353 KARLA YAMILETH ALFARO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22813 $7,824.75 354 KASSANDRA RAELYNN SERRANO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22814 $1,486.67 355 KRISTIN MICHELLE MUNOZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22815 $1,299.29 356 LAURA AGUILAR CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22816 $2,312.62
357 LAURE A CARDIEL CHILD CARE V22817 $1,095.30
358 LETICIA BARBARA DIAZ GUERRA CHILD CARE V22818 $1,481.55 359 GUTIERREZ FAMILY CHILD CARE CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22819 $10,035.40 360 LISA DAWN GREGORY CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22820 $2,421.48 361 LOPEZ FAMILY HOME CHILD CARE INC CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22821 $14,432.90 362 MA SILVIA ELIZARRARAZ DIAZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22822 $4,909.15 363 MAGGIE RAMIREZ CHILD CARE V22823 $671.57
364 MARIA E HURTADO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22824 $1,633.50 365 MARIA ELENA BENITEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22825 $908.77 366 MARIA ERIKA MADRIGAL CEJA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22826 $1,155.80 367 MARIA LOURDES GONZALEZ RUANO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22827 $567.92 368 MARIAN N JAYASINGHE CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22828 $3,447.94 369 MARIO JOSEPH LOPEZ JR CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22829 $3,030.37 370 MARISELA SOTO CHILD CARE V22830 $1,514.78
371 MARISOL ORTEGA HERNANDEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22831 $1,615.97 372 MARTA ELENA SOTELO RAMIREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22832 $908.77 373 MELARIE GENIS CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22833 $1,220.17
374 PILAR MENDEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22834 $7,278.56
375 MIREYA M ESPARZA CHILD CARE V22835 $693.03
376 MIRNA LAURA AMBRIZ CHILD CARE V22836 $577.90
377 MIROSLAVA ELIZARRARAZ DIAZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22837 $866.71 378 MARIA ELENA MONTERROSO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22838 $8,050.63

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
379 NATALLY KRISTINE AGUILAR CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22839 $1,289.32 380 NAYANA SRIYANI WITHANA CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22840 $1,439.63 381 NELSON JONATHAN REQUENA MORAN CHILD CARE V22841 $2,079.09 382 NICOLE CONTRERAS CARRASCO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22842 $2,276.71 383 NORMA ANGELICA CASTELLANOS LOZANO CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22843 $1,613.43 384 PALOMARES FAMILY DAYCARE CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22844 $3,457.73 385 PATRICIA ALVARADO CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22845 $1,064.24 386 PATRICIA ARACELY MORENO CHILD CARE V22846 $2,336.44 387 ELIA PEREZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22847 $4,080.51
388 PETRA KIMBERLY CABRERA MUNOZ CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22848 $2,001.79 389 LAVISH HARRIS CHILD CARE V22849 $572.70
390 MER ED LLC CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22850 $8,013.04
391 RICARDO RAFAEL RAMIREZ CHILD CARE V22851 $606.01
392 RONALD QUIROS CHILD CARE V22852 $681.63
393 ROSA TORRES CHILD CARE V22853 $979.28
394 ROSA VASQUEZ DE CARRANZA CHILD CARE V22854 $908.77
395 ROSEMARY FLORES CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22855 $1,212.02 396 CYNTHIA C RUIZ CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22856 $6,320.52
397 LORETO CASTELLON CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22857 $12,286.13 398 SANDRA I MENDEZ CHILD CARE V22858 $2,891.98
399 SANDRA VILLA CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22859 $577.90
400 SENAIDA BARRAGAN CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22860 $707.20
401 SHARIE MARIE BEITZ CHILD CARE V22861 $908.77
402 SHELLY ORDIWAY CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22862 $1,277.23
403 MARIANA ANITA SINOHUI CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22863 $8,511.17 404 MARIA E FERNANDEZ SILVA CHILD CARE V22864 $11,450.68 405 TAYLOR GENEVA SALHUS CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22865 $1,177.78 406 THE LORDS CHILDREN MISSION CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22866 $9,214.40 407 TOYLAND FAMILY DAY CARE INC CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22867 $8,624.08 408 TRACY BERNADETTE ZARAGOZA MARTINEZ CHILD CARE V22868 $2,327.99 409 TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22869 $6,902.00 410 VANESSA MOLLY DYCUS CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22870 $2,500.46 411 VANISHA MONIQUE BARRAGAN CHILD CARE STAGE 3 V22871 $623.25 412 VICTORIA CANO CHILD CARE V22872 $1,161.88
413 VICTORIA ANN LECOCQ CHILD CARE V22873 $1,615.97
414 VILMA LABOY CHILD CARE STAGE 2 V22874 $2,323.17
415 ENTERPRISE FM TRUST VEHICLE 23LVWC MAINTENANCE NOVEMBER V22878 $101,332.68

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
Item
Count Vendor Name Description Check Number Check Total
416 JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC SOCIAL SERVICES ALARM 062625-053126 V22879 $3,138.06 417 CALDERON FAMILY DAY CARE INC CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22880 $3,910.58 418 MARJANI WILLIAMS CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22881 $8,066.60 419 TRINIDAD SANCHEZ CHILD CARE STAGE 1 V22882 $3,129.24 420 AMERICAN FIDELITY ASSURANCE COMPANY LIFE AND DISABILITY FLEX OCTOBER 2025 V22883 $36,966.44 421 CALPERS PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS NOVEMBER 2025 V22884 $522,419.17 422 CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES PERS CONTRIBUTION ENDING 10/25/2025 V22885 $354,159.54 423 CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSTMENT UNIT CHILD SUPPORT ENDING 11/08/2025 V22886 $1,043.03 424 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPT STATE TAX ENDING 11/08/2025 V22887 $38,983.75 425 FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE 12020 ORANGE V22888 $200,000.00 426 KAISER FOUNDATION HEALTH PLAN HOURLY MEDICAL INSURANCE NOVEMBER V22889 $17,212.00 427 EMPOWER/MASS MUTUAL DEDUCTIONS ENDING 11/08/2025 V22890 $36,984.26 428 PAYMENTUS PAYMENT PROCESSING OCTOBER 2025 V22891 $1,445.60 429 SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON COMPANY UTILITIES CITYWIDE V22892 $140,890.23 430 STANDARD INSURANCE COMPANY RV BASIC LIFE INSURANCE OCTOBER 2025 V22893 $5,660.11 431 TEXAS LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LIFE INSURANCE DEDUCTION OCTOBER 2025 V22894 $12,774.38 432 UNITED STATES TREASURY-IRS PAYROLL TAX PERIOD ENDING 11/18/2025 V22895 $114,221.04 433 VISION SERVICE PLAN (CA) HOURLY EMPLOYEE VISION INSURANCE V22896 $4,098.18

CITY OF NORWALK

FINAL WARRANT REGISTER
November 11, 2025 through November 24, 2025
*****Total Warrants**** $4,261,415.34
Notes:

Voided Check(s): V22875, V22876, V22877
I hereby certify that the claim of demand covered by the above listed warrants have been audited as to accuracy and the funds are available for payment.

Jana Stuard, Finance Director

Digitally signed by Jana Stuard
Date: 2025.11.26 11:00:56 -08'00'
City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Theresa Devoy, City Clerk
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 25-1762 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-01 - AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE

UPDATING THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE AND VARIOUS

OTHER SECTIONS RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL ZONING
Background:

The City Council, at its November 16, 2025 meeting, introduced Ordinance No. 25-1762, which will amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (“NMC”) to add a new Chapter

17.04.205 to Article “III” (“Accessory Buildings and Structures”); amend Section 17.04.210 (“Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units); and amend Chapter 17.05 (“Residential Zones”). . This ordinance is now being presented for second reading and adoption. If adopted this evening, Ordinance No. 25-1762 will become effective on January 2, 2026..

Fiscal Impact:

N/A
Citizens Advised:

N/A
Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

N/A
City Council December 2, 2025
Ordinance No. 25-1762 – Norwalk Municipal Code
update to Title 17 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
Page No. 2
Recommended Action:

Staff recommends City Council accept for second reading by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 25-1762.

Attachments:

Ordinance No. 25-1762
Attachment No. 1
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1762
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK, AMENDING TITLE 17
(ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATING THE

ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT CODE AND VARIOUS OTHER

SECTIONS RELATING TO RESIDENTIAL ZONING
WHEREAS, the City of Norwalk (“City”) is a general law city, incorporated under the laws of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, the City adopts this Ordinance pursuant to the City’s general and police powers and property rights set forth under Government Code Sections 65850(a); and
WHEREAS, the City has initiated Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-01; and WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) to add a new Chapter 17.04.205 to Article “III” (“Accessory Buildings and Structures”) of Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC); amend Section

17.04.210 (“Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units); and amend Chapter 17.05 (“Residential Zones”); and
WHEREAS, on October 22, 2025, the Planning Commission for the City of Norwalk (“Planning Commission”) conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-01, and where after careful review of the evidence in the matter, it adopted Resolution 25-14 recommending the City Council of the City of Norwalk (“City Council”) approve the proposed Zone Text Amendment; and WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Council for the City of Norwalk finds and declares that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporates said recitals fully into this Ordinance as substantive findings.

Section 2. Purpose. The purpose and intent of this Ordinance is as follows:

1. Update the City’s ADU code, which is currently null and void, and inconsistent with Government Code §66310-66342, to meet current State Law requirements;

2. Updating the City’s ADU code is a required program included in the 2021- 2029 Housing Element (Program 1.4); and
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3. Amend various sections of the NMC to add, remove or various sections of the Title 17 of the NMC and updating the definitions to make it consistent with the City’s current uses, practices, development patterns, and to update obsolete development standards, and to clarify ambiguous requirements.

Section 3. Finding. The proposed Zone Text Amendment will be in the public interest since it will enact and reflect the requirements of Government Code Section 66310-66342 and the additional zoning text amendments will provide clarity to the various sections of the NMC and update outdated definitions.

Section 4. Approvals. The City Council of the City of Norwalk hereby approves Zone Text Amendment No. 2025-01 amending Title 17 (Zoning) of the Norwalk Municipal Code as set forth in Exhibit “A”.

Section 5. Environmental. The City Council hereby finds and determines that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to “common sense” exception set forth in Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 6. Severability. If any section, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

Section 7. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _______ of _______ 2025. ______________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
______________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT A
Title 17 ZONING
Chapter 17.01 ADMINISTRATION
Article I. General Provisions and Definitions
“17.01.060 Definition of “Accessory Dwelling Unit” was deleted. Definition of “Floor Area Ratio”, “Height, Building”, and “Lot Coverage” were amended to read as follows. Definition of “Top Plate Height” was added to read as follows and the remainder of the definitions remain.
"Floor area ratio" for non-residential developments means the gross floor area of all buildings and structures on the lot, excluding parking structures, elevator shafts and stairwells, but including covered storage areas, divided by the total lot area. For residential developments, means the livable floor area divided by the total lot area. An illustration is provided below for reference.

Height, building. "Building height" means the vertical measurement from the highest point of the structure (excluding any projections which this title expressly authorizes above the maximum height) to the average finished ground level of the site, as illustrated below. For properties with a sloping grade, the maximum allowable height shall be measured as the vertical measurement from the closest sloping finished grade to an imaginary plane located the allowed number of feet above and parallel to the finished grade at the time of project submittal.

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"Lot coverage" means the percentage of the lot covered by buildings or structures (as illustrated below), including all covered parking spaces, but not including walkways and driveways; outdoor swimming pools; trellis and similar structures that are a minimum 50 percent open to the sky; uncovered patios and landings that are a minimum of 50 percent open to the sky; unenclosed stairways; and up to 120 feet for one storage structure are not included in single-family residential zones; and recreational-leisure buildings and facilities are not included in multiple-family residential zones.

Measuring Building Height
Lot Coverage
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“Top plate height” means the horizontal framing member that caps an exterior wall and supports rafters or roof framing.”
Chapter 17.04 Use Regulations
Article III. Specific Uses in Residential Zones
“17.04.205 Accessory Buildings and Structures was added to read as follows:

A. Height. Accessory buildings and structures located in any residential zone shall not exceed one (1) story and 16 feet in height.

B. Floor Area. The total area for enclosed accessory buildings and structures shall not exceed 800 square feet per residential property. If there is more than one (1) detached single-family dwelling on a property, the total area for accessory buildings shall not exceed 600 square feet per dwelling.

C. Lot Coverage and Floor Area Ratio (FAR). The roofed area shall be included in the maximum lot coverage and the square footage shall be included in the maximum floor area of the accessory building. In addition, the lot coverage and square footage shall be included in the maximum lot coverage and FAR of the underlying zoning district.

D. Location. Accessory buildings and structures located in any residential zone shall not be located at a distance less than 50 percent of the depth of the lot from the front lot line, or 50 feet, whichever is less. In addition, it shall not be located within a front yard or street side yard setback of the underlying zoning district.

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E. Setbacks. Accessory buildings and structures located in any residential zone shall have a minimum interior side and rear yard setback of four feet. On a corner lot, the setbacks shall meet the minimum required of the underlying zoning district.

F. Design. The exterior design shall have the same architectural style as the primary dwelling or multiple-family structure(s). In addition, it shall use the same materials, colors, exterior finishes, roof form and windows/doors. Accessory buildings and structures shall comply with the adopted Objective Design Standards of this Title. This shall not apply to structures for animal enclosures and related activities, greenhouses or conservatories.

G. Bathrooms and Other Plumbing. Plumbing for bathrooms, washer hookups and other plumbing are permitted as part of an accessory building for residential uses. For bathrooms with showers or bathtubs, a covenant shall be signed and recorded against the property by the property owner stating that the structure will not be converted to an accessory dwelling unit or urban dwelling without obtaining necessary permits from the City and paying any required fees.

H. See Article IV R-H zone of this Title for additional standards and requirements for accessory buildings.”
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Chapter 17.04 Use Regulations
Article III. Specific Uses in Residential Zones
“17.04.210 The entirety of the current Accessory Dwelling Units section is deleted and replaced by the following section to read as follows:

17.04.210 Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish regulations governing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) in accordance with California Government Code Section 66310-66342, et seq., as amended from time to time, and other applicable state laws. This section is not intended to conflict with State Law and shall be interpreted to be compatible with state enactments. Facilitating the development of ADUs and JADUs will increase the availability of affordable housing to suit the variety of lifestyles and needs of the community, while mitigating impacts on traffic, utilities, and public health and safety and preserving the character of residential neighborhoods.

B. Definitions. Words and terms as used in ADU and JADU regulations of this Section are defined as follows:
“Accessory Dwelling Unit” or “ADU” means an attached or detached residential unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one (1) or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residential unit. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation and be located on the same parcel that the primary residential unit is or will be situated. An accessory dwelling unit can also be an efficiency unit, as defined in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code, or a manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code.
“Accessory Building” or “Accessory Structure” means a detached structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot. “Attached” means the ADU or Junior ADU shares a wall with the existing or proposed single dwelling or the multiple-family dwelling, with both sides of the wall being habitable space. ADUs or Junior ADUs shall not be connected to the existing or proposed singlefamily dwelling or multiple-family structure solely by a patio cover, breezeway or similar roofed area.
“Building Height” means height is measured at existing legal grade to the peak of the structure.

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“Complete Independent Living Facilities” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multiple-family dwelling is or will be situated.
“Detached” means the ADU is physically separated from the existing or proposed single dwelling or the multiple-family dwelling.
“Efficiency Kitchen” means a kitchen that includes at a minimum:

1. Appliances for cooking food and refrigeration, either built-in or countertop.

2. A sink for food preparation greater than 12 inches by 12 inches, excluding the sink located in the bathroom.

3. A food preparation counter.

4. Storage cabinets that are reasonable size in relation to size of JADU. “Efficiency Dwelling Unit” means a dwelling unit which contains a minimum of 150 square feet in living space, a separate closet, kitchen sink, cooking appliance, refrigerator, and a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory, bathtub, or shower. “Existing Floor Area” means a legally permitted building constructed on the site with a final inspection or certificate of occupancy as of the date of application submittal, that conforms to current zoning standards or is legal nonconforming as to current zoning standards.
“Human Being” means in the context of property ownership, an individual that is not a corporation or other legal entity and that is otherwise considered to be a legal “person”.

A “human being” may be a property owner who owns real property and holds title to that property in their name as: an individual, community property, a member of a joint tenancy, a tenant in common, a trustee or a benefactor of a trust or a partner of a partnership, but not as an officer of a corporation or other such legal entity. “Ingress and Egress” means ability to enter and exit a property and not included as part of living area and livable space for the ADU. Additions for ingress and egress shall only be for means of access to the ADU that may be inaccessible otherwise. “Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit” or “JADU” means a residential dwelling unit that satisfies all of the following: (i) it is no more than 500 square feet in size; (ii) it is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family structure (an enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure); (iii) it includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure; (iv) if the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed single-family structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling; and (v) it includes an efficiency kitchen. Either the JADU, single-family residence, or ADU if one exists on the property shall be owner-occupied. A JADU is not permitted on property owned by a corporate entity or LLC. A recorded covenant is required for JADUs prior to Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 9 of 36
approval. For the purposes of this definition, enclosed uses are within the residence, with the exception of attached garages, to be a part of the proposed or existing single-family residence and enclosed with solid walls on a minimum of three sides. “Living Area” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. “Livable Space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation. A livable space does not include storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, garages, stairwells, and spaces used for ingress/egress.
“High-Quality Transit Corridor (HQTC)” means a corridor with fixed route bus service with service intervals no longer than 20 minutes during peak commute hours. HQTC definition shall be consistent with definition provided in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code.
“Major Transit Stop (MTS)” means a site containing any of the following: a) an existing rail or bus rapid transit station, b) a ferry terminal served by either a bus or rail transit service or c) the intersection of two or more major bus routes with a frequency of service interval of 20 minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak commute periods.

Definition of MTS shall be consistent with definition provided in Section 21155 of the California Public Resources Code.
“Multiple-Family Dwelling” or “Multifamily Dwelling” for the purpose of this section, means two or more attached dwelling units. Multiple detached single-family dwelling units on the same lot are not considered multifamily dwellings. A multiple-family dwelling may also be referred to as a “primary dwelling”.
“Nonconforming Zoning Condition” means an approved or permitted physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards. “Objective Standards” means standards that involve no personal or subjective judgment by a public official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant or proponent and the public official prior to submittal. “Passageway” means a pathway that is unobstructed, clear to the sky, and extends from a street to one (1) entrance of the accessory dwelling unit. “Primary Legal Residence” means the primary domicile and permanent home of the property owner as a legal resident of the State of California and as determined by the State of California for the purposes of taxation. Proof of such residency shall be demonstrated by the property owner presenting to the City a current unexpired valid copy of one of the following showing the address of the subject property as their primary legal residence: a California driver’s license, a California Real ID, or other State of California Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 10 of 36
identification card and/or a Federal Government issued United States passport or Military ID.
“Property Owner” means all persons owning a piece of real property but may be specifically limited for some regulations to be only an individual “human being” and it shall include their heirs, successors, and assigns.
“Proposed Dwelling” means a single or multiple-family dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting. “Public Transit” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public. “Exempt ADUs” refers to ADUS and JADUS that are created pursuant to Government Code Section 66323 that must be approved ministerially and are not subject to standards set forth in Government Code Sections 66310-66342.
“Tandem Parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another.

C. ADU Review

1. The City shall ministerially review applications for any proposed ADUs and/or JADUs, in conformance with this Code and Sections 66310 to 66342 of the California State Government Code, as currently adopted and as subsequently amended from time to time, in the future.

2. The ADU and/or JADU application review fee is determined by City Council by resolution in the adopted fee schedule and is subject to annual cost of living increases.

3. The overall review time between the acceptance of the ADU and/or JADU application as complete with all required materials, full payment of applicable fees shall not exceed 60 business days. If the City has not approved or denied the completed application within 60 business days, the application shall be deemed approved. However, failure by the property owner and/or applicant to provide in a timely and correct manner any requested materials, documents, calculations, corrected plans and/or payment of fees shall be grounds for denial of the proposed project and termination of the 60 business day review timeline, as determined appropriate by the Director of Community Development. a. Defect Notification. In the instances when plans have been accepted for review are subsequently denied, the 60 business day limit will be terminated, and the plans shall be returned by the City to the property owner or designated representative accompanied with a full set of written comments from the City listing the items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied. Once the plans are resubmitted and are successfully accepted as complete, then a new 60 business day processing timeline shall be initiated.

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b. Good Faith Processing. The property owner shall act in good faith and respond in a timely manner when corrections are requested. If it is determined that it will take more than five business days to respond, then the property owner should file an extension of time to continue the processing timeline beyond the 60 business day limit. Failure by the property owner to respond in a reasonable and timely manner by submitting corrected plans or by requesting a time extension shall be grounds for denial of the project, as determined appropriate by the Director of Community Development before the lapse of the 60 business day review period.

4. Following a denial, a subsequent application resets the 60 business day period.

5. When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the City may delay acting on the application for the ADU or JADU until the City acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing. a. Prior to final inspection of an ADU, the hosting primary dwelling unit shall be completed with a successful final inspection allowing occupancy that is completed prior to, or concurrently with, a successful final inspection of the ADU, allowing ADU occupancy.

6. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued concurrently.

7. The ADU and/or JADU shall be limited to the floor area approved at the time of building permit issuance. Any owner wishing to incorporate the floor area of an ADU and/or JADU from conversion of existing space back into the primary dwelling unit must request termination of the ADU/JADU use under this Section, satisfying all zoning and development standards of the underlying zone.

D. Limitations to Develop, Sell, Convey or Rent an ADU.

1. An accessory dwelling unit shall not be permitted in combination with any of the following developments:
a. ADU constructed per Subsection (Y) (Exempt Units).
b. Housing development subject to Section 65852.21 of the Government Code. c. Urban lot split subject to Section 66411.7 of the Government Code.

2. Rental Term. The rental of ADUs or JADUs shall be for a duration longer than 30 consecutive days. Short-term rentals shall be prohibited.

3. No Separate Conveyance. Except as otherwise provided in the Government Code Section 66341, an ADU may be rented, but no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamily lot).

E. Zoning
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1. An ADU or JADU, notwithstanding Subsection (Y) (Exempt Units), may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single-family dwelling residential use or multifamily dwelling residential use.

2. An ADU or JADU subject to Subsection (Y) (Exempt Units) may be created on a lot in a residential (R-Zones) or mixed-use zone.

3. No ADU or JADU shall be created on a lot that is in the Commercial or Manufacturing Zones.

F. Number of ADU and JADU Units

1. For lots with an existing or proposed single-family dwelling:
a. One new construction ADU, detached or attached, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (G) to (X). The ADU may be developed in conjunction with a JADU; or
b. Exempt ADU which includes the following:
i. One detached, new construction ADU, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(2)(a). The Exempt ADU may be developed in conjunction with a JADU.
ii. One ADU and one JADU created within an existing or proposed single-family dwelling or accessory building, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(2)(b).
c. A lot where only one residential dwelling unit exists may either have an ADU or an accessory living quarter, but not both. For the purposes of this section, other accessory buildings which are defined as “R” Occupancy per Chapter 3 of the California Building Code such as, a cabana, pool house, recreation room, workshop, studio, rumpus room and similar shall be considered accessory living quarters. An accessory living quarter may be converted to an ADU. Nothing herein shall prohibit the creation of a JADU on such a lot that contains an accessory living quarter.

2. For lots with two existing or proposed detached single-family dwellings:
a. Exempt ADU which includes the following:
i. One detached, new construction ADU, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(2)(a).
ii. One ADU created within an existing or proposed single-family dwelling or accessory building, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(2)(b). b. No JADU shall be permitted within lots with two detached single-family dwellings.

3. For lots with an existing or proposed multiple-family dwelling:
a. Exempt ADUs which includes the following:
i. Multifamily Converted ADUs, complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(3)(a).

1. At least one ADU and up to 25% of the existing multifamily dwelling units may be created within the portions that are not used as livable space.

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a. Fractions shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number. ii. Multifamily Detached ADUs on Lots with Existing Multifamily Dwelling(s), complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(3)(b).

1. A maximum of eight detached ADUs are allowed, not to exceed the number of existing units on the lot.
iii. Multifamily Detached ADUs on Lots with Proposed Multifamily Dwelling(s), complying with the development standards set forth in Subsections (Y)(3)(c).

1. A maximum of two (2) detached ADUs are allowed.
b. No Junior ADU shall be permitted in lots with an existing or proposed multiple-family dwelling.

G. Configuration and Location.

1. An ADU may be:
a. Attached ADUs - Attached to, or located within, the proposed or existing primary dwelling, including attached garages, storage areas or similar uses, and accessory structures. b. Detached ADUs - Detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling and located on the same lot as the proposed or existing primary dwelling. c. Located within a proposed or existing primary dwelling or multiple-family dwelling or detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling or multiple-family dwelling.

2. A JADU shall be attached to, or located within, the existing or proposed primary dwelling.

3. The following ADU configurations shall be prohibited:
a. ADUs shall not be attached to any existing detached accessory structure that do not meet current setback requirements for ADUs, including required garages for the main dwelling. b. Floor area of the ADU shall not be below the finished grade. c. For lots with an existing or proposed single-family dwelling, detached ADUs shall not exceed one story in height and/or be constructed over accessory structure(s). d. ADUs located within the R-H zone shall be subject to the Norwalk Municipal Code Section

17.05.350(E).

4. ADU location shall be in substantial conformance with the conditions of approval for any existing discretionary or ministerial approvals on file for the subject property. Substantial changes that conflict with any conditions of approval will require an amendment or termination of the said entitlement or permit.
a. Multifamily dwelling units proposing for conversions of project amenities including, but not limited to, open space, laundry rooms, recreation rooms, etc. are strongly discouraged.

Landlord shall make a good faith effort to inform tenants of their intent to convert a portion of the project’s amenities into units to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.

5. ADU location shall comply with vision clearance dedications required per Section

17.03.250 (Corner Cut-Off Area—Vision Clearance Dedication).

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6. An existing residential unit may be converted to an ADU, but not as a JADU, at the time that a new primary dwelling is proposed for construction, provided the existing residential unit conforms to all the standards under this section.

H. Unit Size

1. Minimum Unit Size. An ADU shall be no less than 150 square feet in size.

2. Attached ADU (new). The maximum unit size for an attached ADU shall not exceed 50 percent of the existing or proposed primary dwelling. In addition, the attached ADU shall not exceed 850 square feet for a studio or one (1) bedroom and 1,000 square feet for more than one (1) bedroom.

3. Detached ADU (new). The maximum unit size for a detached ADU shall not exceed 850 square feet for a studio or one (1) bedroom and 1,000 square feet for more than one (1) bedroom.

4. Junior ADU. The maximum square footage for a JADU shall be 500 square feet.

5. Conversions of Existing Structure. There shall be no size limit for conversions of existing permitted structures.

I. Lot Coverage and Floor Area Ratio (FAR)

1. Lot Coverage. The maximum lot coverage by all structures on lots developed with ADUs shall not exceed underlying zoning requirements.

2. Floor Area Ratio (FAR). The maximum FAR on lots developed with ADUs shall not exceed underlying zoning requirements.

J. Setbacks and Building Separation

1. The minimum interior side yard and rear yard setback for an attached or detached ADU shall be four (4) feet, unless the ADU is:
a. Converted from an existing legal or legal-nonconforming structure; or b. A new structure created in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing legal or legal nonconforming structure.

2. For ADUs over one-story in height, the second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first floor along the front, interior side, and street side setbacks.

3. The minimum front yard and street side yard setback shall comply with the underlying zone.

4. A minimum building separation of five feet, measured from eave to eave, shall be maintained between the accessory dwelling unit and any structures on site.

K. Building Height

1. Detached ADU. A maximum height of 16 feet in all zoning districts. Additional height may be permitted as follows:
a. A maximum height of 18 feet when the lot is a half-mile walking distance from a major transit stop or high-quality transit corridor.

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i. An additional two feet may be permitted to accommodate roof pitch that aligns with the primary dwelling for a maximum of 20 feet.
b. A maximum height of 18 feet on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily that is more than one (1) story in height.

2. Attached ADU. A maximum height of 25 feet or the height limitation of the underlying zone, whichever is lower.

3. Non-exempt detached ADUs shall not exceed one-story in height.

4. New construction ADU shall not be permitted above a detached garage or carport on lots with a single-family dwelling.

5. Plate height shall be limited to eight feet per story.

L. Off-Street Parking Requirements

1. No parking shall be required for a JADU.

2. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU. Such parking may be provided as tandem parking, as defined in this section, on a driveway.

3. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, replacement of the lost off-street covered parking shall not be required to be replaced.

4. Notwithstanding this Subsection, off-street parking requirements shall not apply to ADUs in any of the following circumstances:
a. The ADU is located within one-half (½) mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in this section.
b. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district. c. The ADU is located within the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
d. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU. e. When there is a car share vehicle located within one (1) block of the ADU. f. When a permit application for an ADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling or a new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU satisfies any other criteria listed in (a)-(d) above.

M. Driveways

1. An ADU shall share the driveway with the existing or proposed primary dwelling unit. A second driveway shall not be permitted, unless the proposed second driveway is accessed from an alley. If the property has two (2) existing driveways, the second driveway may remain if lawfully established.

N. Density

1. An ADU or JADU that conforms to the requirements of this section shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which it is located. It shall be deemed to Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 16 of 36
be an accessory residential use that is consistent with the existing General Plan and zoning designation for the lot.

O. Design

1. The materials and colors of the exterior, including but not limited to walls, roof, and windows and doors, shall match the appearance and architectural design of those of the primary dwelling.

2. Stairwells leading to ADUs shall be enclosed.

3. The roof pitch must match that of the dominant roof pitch of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof pitch is the pitch shared by the largest portion of the roof.

4. When the roof pitch of the existing primary dwelling or multifamily dwelling had a pitch greater than 4:12, the roof pitch of the ADU is not required to match, so long as the ADU complies with the height requirements set forth in Subsection (K).

5. For attached ADUs and JADUs, the entrance shall be located on the side or rear of the primary dwelling. The entrance is prohibited from being located on the front of the primary dwelling unit, facing the public right-of-way. In addition, there shall be no exterior staircase leading to or from an attached ADU or JADU.

6. For detached ADUs, the entrance shall not face or be visible from the public right-of-way.

7. For ADUs and JADUs converted from a garage or other existing accessory buildings, the garage door shall be removed and replaced with building doors, windows, and/or other design features. A three (3) foot wide planter with drought-tolerant plants shall be installed between the ADU or JADU and any driveway.

8. ADUs shall not be designed with upper story balconies or elevated decks.

9. Exterior lighting shall be shielded or directed downward to prevent off-site illumination onto adjacent property.

10.ADUs shall have an eave projection of at least one (1) foot on all sides of the building(s).

11.Windows and doors shall not have direct line of sight to the adjacent residential property.

Fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass may be used to provide screening to prevent direct line of sight. This requirement may be exempt for conversions of legally permitted structures that do not include installation of new exterior windows facing an adjacent property line or when only clerestory windows are used and do not provide views into neighboring lots.

12.New second-story windows shall be prohibited along the interior side and rear lot lines for all ADUs and JADUs when the proposed setback is less than four (4) feet, unless required by the Building Code. Required windows shall be designed to preserve privacy with opaque or clerestory windows. If the side or rear lot lines abut an alley with a minimum width of 20 feet, second story windows may be allowed on the façade facing the alley.

13.If it is deemed infeasible to comply with all of the requirements outlined in Subsections (O) (1) through (12) above, the Community Development Director may grant a waiver to one or more requirements.

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P. Landscaping and Open Space requirements

1. All required yards abutting streets shall be completely landscaped with live landscaping, exclusive of driveways, porches, patios, and walkways.

2. The paved area of the required front yard and required street side yard, including driveways and walkways, porches, and patios, shall not exceed 50% and 500 square feet, except as allowed by the Director of Community Development for properties with a substandard width or unique shape, orientation or configuration.

3. The open space requirements shall comply with the underlying zone.

Q. Owner Occupancy

1. All Junior ADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A human being with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property as the person’s legal domicile and principal residence, in either the single-family dwelling unit, the JADU, or an ADU if one exists on the property. A covenant shall be signed and recorded against the property by the property owner stating that the primary dwelling, JADU, or an ADU if one exists on the property will be occupied by the property owner. a. Owner occupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
b. The covenant runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners. c. The covenant may be removed if the owner eliminates the JADU and reverts the JADU to the original permitted layout and use within the single-family dwelling. To remove the covenant, an owner may make a written request to the Director of Community Development, providing evidence that the JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the unit has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Title. If the JADU is not entirely physically removed but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of the JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements shall otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Title.

R. Building, Fire, and Other Codes

1. All ADUs shall comply with all provisions of the Norwalk Municipal Code pertaining to the adequacy of water, sewer, electrical, drainage, and fire and emergency services to the property on which the ADU will be located as well as all applicable codes pertaining to building, fire, health, and/or safety.

2. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, as described in the California Building Code (Sec. 310), unless the City Building and Safety Manager makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in Subsection (R)(2) prevents the City from changing the occupancy code of a space that was unhabitable space or that was only permitted for Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 18 of 36
nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this section.

S. Sprinklers

1. ADUS shall not be required to install fire sprinklers if they are not required for the existing primary dwelling. However, if a primary dwelling currently does not have fire sprinklers, and an attached ADU is proposed which would trigger fire sprinkler requirements due to the increase in livable space, that requirement shall not be imposed upon the primary dwelling unit.

T. Solar Panel Systems

1. Newly constructed ADUs are subject to the California Energy Code requirement to provide solar panel systems if the unit(s) is a newly constructed, detached ADU. The solar panel system can be installed on the ADU or on the primary dwelling unit.

U. Laundry

1. All ADUs shall have laundry connections for a washer and dryer within the interior space of the proposed dwelling unit.

V. Building and Zoning Enforcement

1. The City shall not deny an ADU or JADU application solely due to nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures on the lot that do not present a threat to the public health and safety and that is not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU. However, any approvals granted under this Section shall not constitute authorization for continuation of the violation, or waiver by estoppel against any future enforcement action.

2. Unpermitted ADUs constructed before January 1, 2020:
a. The City may not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU that was constructed if denial is based on either of the following grounds:
i. The ADU violates applicable building standards; or
ii. The ADU does not comply with the California Government Code (Sec. 66310-66342) or Norwalk Municipal Code Section 17.04.210.
b. Exceptions
i. Notwithstanding Subsection (T)(2)(a), above, the City may deny a permit to legalize an existing, but unpermitted ADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the City makes a finding that correction the violation is necessary to protect the health and safety of the public or occupants of the structure, or if the building is deemed substandard pursuant to Section 17920.3 of the Health and Safety Code.

W. Fees/Utility Connections
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1. The property owner shall pay all applicable impact fees related to an ADU 750 square feet or larger, including, but not limited to, parks, traffic, water and sewer impact fees.

Such fees shall be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit.

2. No new or separate utility connection or related fees or capacity charges shall be required for an ADU described in Subsection (Y)(2)(b) below, unless such ADU was constructed with a new single-family home.

3. For ADUs not described in Subsection (Y)(2)(b) below, a new or separate utility connection for the following, including, but not limited to, water, electric, gas, sewer, and trash may be required subject to the Principal City Engineer, Director of Community Development, and Building and Safety Manager’s determination. Related fees or capacity charges shall be proportionate to the burden of the proposed ADU based upon either its square feet or number of its drainage fixture unit (“DFU”) values, upon the water or sewage system. Such fees or charges shall not exceed the reasonable cost of providing service.

X. Other Development Standards

1. For all other development standards not specified in this Section, the development standards of the underlying zoning district shall apply.

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Y. Exempt Units.

1. Notwithstanding any development standards or other limitations set forth in Subsections (A) through (U), the City shall ministerially approve an application for a building permit within a residential or mixed-use zoning district to create any of the following units:

2. For lots with an existing or proposed single-family dwelling:
a. New construction. One (1) detached ADU per lot, subject to all the following:
i. Area. The maximum unit size for the ADU shall be 800 square feet. ii. Setbacks. The minimum interior side yard and rear yard setbacks shall be four (4) feet. iii. Height. The maximum height limitation is subject to development standards set forth in Subsection (K) (Building Height).
b. Created within an existing or proposed single-family dwelling or accessory building. One JADU and one attached ADU or detached ADU per lot, subject to all of the following:
i. Created entirely within the square footage of the existing or proposed single-family dwelling or accessory structure.
a. An additional 150 square-foot expansion may be permitted for the ADU strictly to accommodate ingress and egress. Additions for ingress and egress shall only be for means of access to the ADU that may be inaccessible otherwise (e.g. the construction of a staircase to reach a second story ADU).
b. The interior side and rear yar setbacks shall be sufficient for fire and safety. ii. JADU. The JADU shall be entirely within the square footage of an existing or proposed primary dwelling and not within an accessory structure, with the exception of an attached garage.
iii. Area. The maximum square footage for an attached ADU shall not exceed 800 square feet or 50 percent of the existing or proposed primary dwelling, whichever is less. iv. Access. The attached ADU or Junior ADU shall have exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling.

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3. For lots with an existing or proposed multiple-family dwelling:
a. Multifamily Converted ADUs
i. Number. At least one ADU or up to 25% of the existing multifamily dwelling units may be created within the portions that are not used as livable space. a. Fractions shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number. b. For mixed-use projects, areas designated for commercial uses including off-street parking and storage shall not be converted to ADUs.
ii. Location. ADUs may be created within the portions of existing multifamily structures that are not used as livable space. Examples of structures that are not used as livable space include, but are not limited to, storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages.
b. Multifamily Detached ADUs on Lots with Existing Multifamily Dwelling(s) subject to all of the following:
i. Number. A maximum of eight (8) detached ADUs are allowed, not to exceed the number of existing units on the lot.
ii. Setbacks. The minimum interior side yard and rear yard setbacks shall be four (4) feet. iii. Height. The maximum height limitation is subject to development standards set forth in Subsection K (Building Height).
iv. Area. The maximum square footage for each ADU shall be 800 square feet. c. Multifamily Detached ADUS on Lots with Proposed Multifamily Dwelling(s) subject to all of the following:
i. Number. A maximum of two (2) detached ADUs are allowed. ii. Setbacks. The minimum interior side yard and rear yard setbacks shall be four (4) feet. iii. Height. The maximum height limitation is subject to development standards set forth in Subsection K (Building Height).
iv. Area. The maximum square footage for each ADU shall be 800 square feet. d. No Junior ADU shall be permitted in lots with an existing or proposed multiple-family dwelling.
e. Concessions. Multifamily dwelling units proposing for conversions of project amenities including, but not limited to, open space, laundry rooms, recreation rooms, and parking spaces are strongly discouraged. At the discretion and approval of the Director of Community Development, additional height may be allowed if the applicant demonstrates good faith effort in preserving such amenities.”
Chapter 17.05 Residential Zones
Article I. R-1 Zone, Single-Family Residential Zone
“17.05.010. Permitted uses. The following sections are amended to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

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Subsection B. Accessory buildings and structures pursuant to the requirements of Section 17.04.205.

Subsection C. The renting of not more than two rooms without kitchens to not more than four roomers, or the providing of table board to not more than four boarders, or both, but not to exceed four roomers and boarders in any combination thereof, for a period greater than thirty (30) consecutive calendar days.

17.05.020. Building height. The following sections are amended to read as follows:

Subsection A. No primary building or structure in an R-1 zone shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser, except that non-dwelling structures which require greater height for functional purposes, such as structures for the housing of tanks, ventilating fans, church spires or similar features may exceed such height, as provided by Section 17.03.230.

Subsection B. The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.

17.05.030. Front yard. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth, but such front yard need not exceed 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

B. Front yards shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

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17.05.040 Side yards. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have side yards as follows:

A. Interior lots or parcels and corner lots or parcels shall have a side yard on each side of the lot or parcel of not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.

B. Reversed corner lots or parcels shall have the following side yards:

1. On the interior side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, the side lot line of which adjoins another lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard of not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.

2. On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a first story side yard with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project closer to the street line than the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel.

The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

C. Side yards abutting streets shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010. § 17.05.050. Rear yard. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have a rear yard with a depth not less than 20% of the depth of such parcel or lot, provided that such rear yard depth need not exceed 20 feet.

B. An accessory building or structure constructed in the required rear yard, provided that an open space, equal in area to 50% of the area of the required rear yard or 500 square feet, whichever is less, and meeting the requirements herein specified, is maintained in the rear one-half of the lot (measured along the side property lines), and in any portion of the lot more than 50 feet distant from the front lot line. Such open space shall:

1. Be contiguous, i.e., not separated;

2. Have no linear dimension at any point of less than 10 feet; and

3. Be located on the same lot.

Swimming pools, outdoor recreational ramps, patios, pergolas, and similar type structures not enclosed on more than two sides with permanent construction and materials may be located within the open space area.

C. Building utilization of required rear yards is permitted, if approved by conditional use permit, for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 24 of 36
control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.

17.05.052 Distance between buildings. The following section is added to read as follows:

The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be five feet measured from eave-to-eave.

17.05.054. Lot Coverage. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 40 percent of the lot size.

17.05.056. Floor Area Ratio. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 40 percent of lot the size.

17.05.090. Development standards for single-family dwelling units. The following sections are amended to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged.

A. Single-family dwellings shall be subject to the following standards:

1. Every single-family dwelling shall have an eave projection of at least one and one-half feet on all sides of the building(s).

2. Second stories shall not overhang from the first story from the front, side, and street side of the single-family dwelling.

3. Every single-family dwelling shall have a roof constructed of wood, shakes, shingle, asphalt composition, crushed rock or other similar roofing material. Reflective, glossy, polished and/or roll-formed type metal roofing is prohibited unless modified by the procedure below.

4. Additions to single-family dwellings shall be architecturally consistent and have a roof pitch that matches the existing single-family dwelling.

5. Two-story buildings shall be provided with windows that are recessed a minimum of two inches.

6. Every single-family dwelling shall have an exterior wall covering of brick, wood, stucco, metal, concrete or similar material. Reflective, vinyl, glossy, polished and/or rollformed type metal siding is prohibited unless modified by the procedure below.

7. Every single-family dwelling shall not be less than 20 feet in width and shall have a floor area of not less than 800 square feet, exclusive of garages, porches and patios.

8. All exterior walls shall have a continuous concrete foundation and comply with all standards of the building code; any exposed foundation shall be architecturally compatible to the exterior design.

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9. Offset of the building façade, or the front of the building, shall be provided.

10. Every single-family dwelling shall have laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the dwelling it serves.

11. To provide for the normal functions of family living, floor plans shall be designed to include adequate size and arrangement of rooms, sufficient cupboard space, closet space and storage space, and also include the following:
a. At least one bathroom shall have access directly from a hallway and not from another room.
b. A bedroom shall not have its only means of access through another bedroom or solely from the outside.
c. Secondary access to the outside shall be provided from the kitchen or from the kitchen via a utility area that does not require passage through the living room or a bedroom.” Chapter 17.05 Residential Zones
Article II. R-2 Zone, Multi-Family Medium Density Residential Zone “17.05.100. Permitted uses. The following sections are added to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection J. Accessory buildings and structures pursuant to the requirements of Section 17.04.205.

Subsection K. An accessory dwelling unit pursuant to the requirements of Section

17.04.210.

17.05.110. Building height. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser, except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.

B. The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.

17.05.120. Front yard. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-2 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front yard depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 26 of 36
the first story.

B. Front yards shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010 and shall be equipped with an automatic irrigation system and landscaped and maintained in accordance with adopted City standards.

17.05.130. Side yards. The following sections is amended to read as follows::

A. Interior Lot Lines.

1. Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard on each side of the property of not less than 10% of the lot width, but in no case less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.

2. Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard on each side of the property of not less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.

3. Where the interior side lot line of a multiple dwelling of three or more dwelling units abuts an R-1 zone there shall be a side yard of not less than 10 feet on the first story and an additional five feet for the second story.

B. Abutting Streets.

1. Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than five feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

2. Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

3. On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard for the first story with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot or parcel abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached accessory building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project beyond the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

4. Side yards abutting streets shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

C. Permitted Uses of Side Yards. Structures shall be prohibited within interior side yards, subject to the following exceptions:

1. Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, barbecues, putting greens, court game facilities and any other recreational-leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.

2. Private patios or yards.

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17.05.140. Rear yard. The sections D and E are deleted and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection D. Delete in its entirety.

Subsection E. Delete in its entirety.

17.05.142 Distance between buildings. The following section is added to read as follows:

The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.

17.05.144. Lot Coverage. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 45 percent of the lot size.

17.05.146. Floor Area Ratio. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 45 percent of lot the size.

17.05.190. Landscaping, architectural and building design standards. The following sections are added, amended, or deleted to read and as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection C. The following section is added to read as follows:

9. Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.

Subsection D. The following section is amended to read as follows:

12. Laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.

Subsection F. The following section is amended to read as follows:

1. All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eightfoot enclosure is required for projects of five or more units at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to, the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.

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2. The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.

Subsection G. Delete in its entirety.”
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Article III, R-3 Zone, Multi-Family High Density Residential Zone “17.05.200. Permitted uses. The following sections are amended to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection C (8) Delete in its entirety.

Subsection J. Accessory buildings and structures pursuant to the requirements of Section 17.04.205.

Subsection K. An accessory dwelling unit pursuant to the requirements of Section

17.04.210.

17.05.210. Building height. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser; except multiple dwellings equipped with elevators and other permitted buildings if either is approved by conditional use permit; and except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.

B. The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.

17.05.220. Front yard. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-3 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front yard depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

B. Front yards shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010 and shall be equipped with an automatic irrigation system and landscaped and maintained in accordance with adopted City standards.

17.05.230. Side yards. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Interior Lot Lines.

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1. The side yard on each side of the property shall not be less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.

2. Where abutting an R-1 zone, the side yard setback shall not be less than 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

B. Abutting Streets.

1. Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than five feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

2. Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

3. Side yards abutting streets shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

C. Permitted Uses of Side Yards. Structures shall be prohibited within interior side yards, subject to the following exceptions:

1. Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, barbecues, putting greens, court game facilities and any other recreational-leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.

2. Private patios or yards.

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17.05.240. Rear yard. The following sections are deleted and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection D. Deleted in its entirety.

Subsection E. Deleted in its entirety.

17.05.242. Distance between Buildings. The following section is added to read as follows:

The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.

17.05.244. Lot Coverage. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 50 percent of the lot size.

17.05.246. Floor Area Ratio. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 50 percent of lot the size.

17.05.280. Open space. The following sections are amended to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection B.

2. Open space shall have no dimension less than 10 feet, and may contain pedestrian walkways, landscaping, pergolas, and swimming pools, but shall otherwise be unoccupied and unobstructed from the ground upward, except for the following:
a. One hundred percent of unenclosed areas under balconies and patio covers can be counted as open space;
b. Fifty percent of the area of decks and balconies can be counted toward open space, to a maximum of 25% of the total open space required; and c. Fifty percent to 100% of recreation rooms may be included as open space, when considered by the Planning Commission to be an integral part of the open space layout.

17.05.290. Landscaping, architectural and building design standards. Subsection C. The following section was added to read as follows:

Subsection C (9). The following section is added to read as follows

9. Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.

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Subsection D (12). The following section is amended to read as follows

12. Laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.

Subsection F. The following section is amended to read as follows:

Waste, Garbage and Trash Regulations.

1. All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eight-foot enclosure is required for projects of five or more units at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.

2. The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.

3. All garbage stored within such enclosure shall be placed and maintained in a metal or plastic container which has an overlapping fly-tight lid. The lid shall be secured in place at all times when the container is not being filled or emptied.

4. Waste, refuse and trash, other than garbage shall be placed, maintained, and stored in a container of substantial design and construction that will retain therein such trash, refuse and waste and may be readily emptied by trash collectors and which, further, do not readily disintegrate, fall apart, blow, or scatter about the premises.

5. Garbage, waste, refuse and trash may also be stored in metal bins equipped with wheels of a design approved by the Director. All garbage, waste and refuse and trash contained in such bins shall be maintained within the interior of the metal bins and shall be equipped with a lid which shall be completely closed at all times except when being filled or emptied.

6. All of the aforementioned containers shall be kept and maintained within the walls of such enclosure except when being emptied by a collector.

7. There shall be provided and maintained within such storage area trash containers, as aforementioned, of not less than 50 gallon capacity.

8. No person shall deposit, maintain, accumulate, dispose of or allow the deposit, accumulation, maintenance or any disposal of any garbage, waste, refuse or trash Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 32 of 36
outside of a building.

Subsection G. Delete in its entirety.”
Article IV
R-H Zone, Residential Horse Property Zone
“17.05.310. Permitted uses. The following section is added to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subsection L. Accessory buildings and structures pursuant to the requirements of Section 17.04.205.

17.05.320. Building height. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. No primary building or structure in an R-H zone shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser.

B. The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.

17.05.330. Front yard. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-H zone shall have a front yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth, but such front yard need not exceed 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

B. Front yards shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

17.05.340. Side yards. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

Every lot and every parcel in an R-H zone shall have side yards as follows:

A. Interior lots or parcels and corner lots or parcels shall have a side yard on each side of the lot or parcel of not less than 10% of the width of the lot or parcel, provided that such side yard shall be not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.

B. Reversed corner lots or parcels shall have the following side yards:

1. On the side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, the side lot line of which adjoins another lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard of not less than 10% of the width of the lot or parcel, provided that such side yard shall be not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.

2. On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot abutting the rear of such Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 33 of 36
reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project closer to the street line than the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel.

C. Building utilization of required side yards is permitted, if approved by conditional use permit, for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.

D. Side yards abutting streets shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

17.05.350. Rear yard. The following sections are amended or deleted to read as follows. The remainder of these Subsections remain unchanged:

Subsection B. An accessory building or structure may be erected or constructed in the required rear yard, except as provided by subsection E of this section, provided that an open space, equal in area to 50% of the area of the required rear yard or 500 square feet, whichever is less, and meeting the requirements herein specified, is maintained in the rear one-half of the lot (measured along the side property lines), and in any portion of the lot more than 50 feet distant from the front lot line. Such open space shall:

1. Be contiguous, i.e., not separated;

2. Have no linear dimension at any point of less than 10 feet; and

3. Be located on the same lot.

Subsection C. Delete in its entirety.

17.05.382. Distance Between Buildings. The following section is added to read as follows:

The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be five feet measured from eave to eave.

17.05.384. Lot Coverage. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 40 percent of the lot size.

17.05.386. Floor Area Ratio. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 40 percent of lot the size.” Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 33 of 36
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Article V
R-4 Zone, Multi-Family High Density Residential Zone
“17.05.400. Permitted uses. The following sections are added to read as follows and the remainder of these Subsections shall remain unchanged:

Subjection J. Accessory buildings and structures pursuant to the requirements of Section 17.04.205.

Subsection K. An accessory dwelling unit pursuant to the requirements of Section

17.04.210.

17.05.410. Building height. The following sections are deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser; except multiple dwellings equipped with elevators and other permitted buildings if either is approved by conditional use permit; and except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.

B. The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.

17.05.420. Front setback. The following section is amended to read as follows and the remainder of the subsections remain unchanged:

Subsection A. Every lot and every parcel in an R-4 zone shall have a front setback from the front property line of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front setback depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

Subsection C. Front setbacks shall be kept clear of any structures, except as specifically allowed in this title, and landscaped, as required by Section 17.03.010 and shall be equipped with an automatic irrigation system and landscaped and maintained in accordance with adopted City standards.

17.05.430. Side setback. The following sections are amended or deleted to read as follows. The remainder of these subsections remain unchanged:

Subsection A (1). Interior Lot Lines. The following subsection is amended as follows. The remainder of this section remain unchanged:

1. Every property shall have a side setback from the side property line on each side of the property of not less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story. Where abutting an R-1 zone, not less than 10 feet for the first story and the second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

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Subsection (A)(2)(d). Deleted in its entirety.

Subsection (B)(1) is amended as follows. The remainder of this section remains unchanged:

1. Every property shall have a side setback from the side property line abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.

17.05.440. Rear setback. The following sections are amended to read as follows.

The remainder of this section remains unchanged:

Subsection C. Rear setbacks shall be landscaped as required by Section 17.03.010.

Subsection (D) (4). Deleted in its entirety.

17.05.442. Distance Between Buildings. The following section is added to read as follows:

The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.

17.05.444. Lot Coverage. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 60 percent of the lot size.

17.05.446. Floor Area Ratio. The following section is added to read as follows:

The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 60 percent of lot the size.

17.05.490. Landscaping, architectural and building design standards. Subsection C. The following section was added to read as follows and the remainder of the subsections remain unchanged:

Subsection C (10) is added as follows:

Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.

Subsection D (12) is amended to read as follows:

Laundry rooms facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.

Subsection F. The following sections are amended to read as follows and the remainder of the subsections remain unchanged:

1. All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eight-foot Ordinance No. 25-1762 Page 36 of 36
enclosure is required at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view-obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.

2. The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.”
City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Albert Mendoza, P.E., Director of Public Services/City Engineer Mario Mera, Engineering Division Manager
Run Chen, P.E., Principal Civil Engineer
SUBJECT: PROJECT NO. 7196 - APPROVE CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER – RESOLUTION NO. 25-57 – BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR FIRESTONE

BOULEVARD WIDENING
Background:

On May 7, 2024, City Council approved the execution of contract for the construction of Firestone Boulevard improvements from Studebaker Road to Imperial Highway, Project No. 7196 to Reyes Construction Inc., for $15,036,154 including a 10% contingency.

The project upgrades the existing section of Firestone Boulevard from 4-lanes of traffic (two in each direction) and a landscaped raised median to 6-lanes of traffic (three lanes in each direction) with a curbed median and a Class II bike lane in each direction. To accommodate the new traffic lanes, the existing bridge overcrossing the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) right of way is widened along with modifications to existing bridge abutments and embankments.

The preconstruction meeting was held on July 22, 2024, and the Notice to Proceed was issued to the contractor establishing August 6, 2024 as the start of construction activities. The project duration is 350 working days, with project completion date of December 29, 2025.

Construction Change Orders:

During the course of construction, the contractor encountered several challenges including differing site conditions, unforeseen utilities conflicts, excessive railroad permit conditions, and bridge design abnormalities. These construction challenges lowered the pace of construction and increased the contractor’s level of efforts above expected levels at bid time. The project construction management team, project design engineer, and contractor collaborated at various stages of project construction to mitigate schedule and budget risks posed by the project City Council December 2, 2025
Firestone Boulevard Widening Phase 2 – Approval of
Change Order and Budget Amendment
Page No. 2
changes. The concerted efforts of the project team (contractor, construction management, and design engineers) maintained the project schedule delay at 30 days, but the project change order cost exposure exceeds the project contingency level of 10%.

The design plans completed and included in the bid package included scope of work for Firestone Boulevard widening from Imperial Highway to Studebaker Road instead of the initial project scope of the Firestone Boulevard widening from Hoxie Avenue to Imperial Highway.

Since there will be offset in the lane striping along Firestone Boulevard across the intersection of Studebaker Road, a change order is required to implement lane transitions along with grading improvements in the pavement to provide for a safe transition from three travel lanes to two travel lanes in each direction of Firestone Boulevard. The project designer completed the revised design package for the safe transition, henceforth referenced as Phase 1 of the project. To complete the widening of Firestone Boulevard between Hoxie Avenue and Studebaker Road as initially planned, a change order is required to add the scope to construction management, and construction contracts.

The total project cost is summarized below:

CIP 7196 - Firestone Bridge Wideneing Original
Cost/Contract Change Orders Total Revised Cost
Construction
(Including Contingency)
$ 15,036,154 $ 4,767,940 $ 19,804,094
Construction Hoxie-Studebaker
(Including Contingency)
$ - $ 4,400,000 $ 4,400,000
Construction Management & Inspection $ 2,388,000 $ 419,280 $ 2,807,280 Design $ 1,531,966 $ 468,034 $ 2,000,000
Administration (3%) $ 340,585 $ 175,000 $ 515,585
TOTAL REVISED COST ESTIMATE $ 19,296,705 $ 10,230,254 $ 29,526,959 The contractor is projecting completion of construction by February 23, 2026. If a change order is executed, the added scope can be incorporated without additional mobilization costs.

Fiscal Impact:

The total estimated cost of the project is $29,526,959, which exceeds the existing budget. The available allocations are from: Local Proposition C ($2,119,444), Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (METRO) measure M ($5,000,900), and Surface Transportation Program Local (STPL) funds ($1,270,000). City staff is coordinating with METRO to release encumbered Prop C reserve funding allocated to existing Project Nos. 7184 Carmenita Road, and 7921, Alondra Boulevard with longer completion schedules. The Prop C reserve funds expire on June 30, 2026 and can be allocated to Firestone Boulevard City Council December 2, 2025
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Improvements Project for immediate expenditure. Project budget revisions per various funding sources are detailed below:

Funding Sources Origrinal Budget
Budget
Amendment
Requested
Total
Prop C $ 251,000 $ 2,119,444 $ 2,370,444
Metro Measure R $ 2,284,900 $ (284,900) $ 2,000,000
Metro Measure M $ 13,284,000 $ 5,000,900 $ 18,284,900
Street Renovation Reserve Fund $ 5,601,615 $ 5,601,615
STPL Federal Funding $ 1,270,000 $ 1,270,000
Project Budget Total $ 21,421,515 $ 8,105,444 $ 29,526,959 Citizens Advised:

N/A
Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

The recommended action will further the City’s Strategic Plan Goal 2: Invest in street infrastructure.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-57, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

ADOPTED BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR FIRESTONE BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, in the amount of $8,105,444.
b. authorize the City Manager to execute a Change Order with Reye’s Construction, Inc. in the amount of $9,167,940 to provide necessary safety improvements; c. authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Mark Thomas and Company, Inc., in the amount of $468,034, for design services; and d. authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with T.Y. Lin International, in the amount of $419,280, for construction management and inspection services.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 25-57 - Budget Amendment

2. Project No. 7196 Map

3. Levine Act Statements
Attachment No. 1
RESOLUTION NO. 25-57

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

ADOPTED BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR FIRESTONE

BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined there is a need to amend the scope of Firestone Boulevard Improvements, Project No. 7196 to provide necessary safety measures on Firestone Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to complete Firestone Boulevard widening within the City’s Right-of-Way for a total estimated cost of $29,526,959; and WHEREAS, there is a current project budget of $21,421,515; WHEREAS, two current Capital Improvement Projects, Project No. 7184 Carmenita Road, and Project No. 7921 Alondra Boulevard have Proposition C funding expiring on June 30, 2026 needing to be re-allocated to expend prior to the expiration date; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to reallocate funding from Projects No. 7184 ($900,000) and 7921 ($990,000) to Firestone Project No. 7196; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget for a net amount of $8,105,444 in additional funding comprised of: proposition C ($2,119,444), Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (METRO) measure M ($5,000,900), and Surface Transportation Program Local (STPL) funds ($1,270,000) to continue the construction services for the Firestone Boulevard improvements, Project No. 7196.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS, AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Manager is authorized to make the following appropriation and prepare the necessary budget amendment for the following account:

Account Number Increase Decrease
Revenue: 428-70-0000-4439 $284,900
434-70-0000-4439 $5,000,900
430-70-0000-4469 $1,270,000
Fund Balance:227-0480 $ 229,444
Expenditure: 428-70-7196-2080 $ 284,900
227-70-7921-2080 $ 990,000
227-70-7184-2080 $ 900,000
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Expenditure:227-70-7196-2080 $2,119,444
434-70-7196-2080 $5,000,900
430-70-7196-2080 $1,270,000
Section 2. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Norwalk and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed assistant, is directed to attest thereto.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of December 2025.

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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Project Location Map
(NTS) ATTACHMENT NO. 2 Phase 1 (Imperial - Studebaker) Phase 2a (Firestone/Studebaker) Phase 2b (Studebaker - Hoxie) Attachment No. 2 (Studebaker - Hoxie)

Applicant/Interested Party
Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
Land use, entitlements, licenses, permits, franchises, contracts (excluding labor and competitively bid contracts)
California Government Code Section 84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits any Norwalk City Council Member or Planning Commissioner (if they are running for City Council) from participating in any action related to a contract or application if he or she receives any political contributions totaling more than $500 within the previous 12 months, and for 12 months following the date a final decision from the business or applicant. The Levine Act also requires a member of the Official who has received such a contribution to disclose the contribution on the record of the proceeding.

Contribution Disclosure
Please list all contributions in excess of $500 (either as a single payment or in aggregate) made within the past 12 months to officers of the agency involved in the above-mentioned type of proceeding by any parties (applicants) or their agents or representatives, including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), or other business entities and principals thereof. You may attach additional pages as necessary to list contributions made to involved agency officers and provide additional information about the contributor's relationship with the recipient.

Contractor
Name/Project:

Date of
Contribution Recipient Officer/Candidate
Contribution
Amount
Refunded:

Yes No Date of Refund
No contribution made: 
I declare under penalty of perjury that the information which has been included in this Disclosure Form is true and correct.
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Providing contributions to candidates does not preclude the City Council from awarding a contract or approving an application or any subsequent action. It does, however, preclude the identified City Council Member/Planning Commissioner(s) from participating in any actions related to your proposal or application. Additionally, this information must be updated if contributions exceed $250, and no less than 45 days before any agency consideration of an item in which you or your company is engaged with the City.

Mark Thomas & Company, Inc.

Division Manager + Associate Principal 11/13/2025
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City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Allan Perdomo, Director of Recreation and Park Services SUBJECT: INSTRUCTOR AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 1 - YEAR-ROUND DANCE

AND GYMNASTICS CLASSES
Background:

The Recreation and Park Services Department (RPSD) contracts with independent instructors to provide a variety of recreation and leisure classes that take place at the Norwalk Arts and Sports Complex and other recreation facilities. Contract instructor Kidz Talent Academy currently provides year-round dance and gymnastics classes for youth ages 4 – 15. They have provided specialized classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, cheer, gymnastics, and tumbling since 2019.

Due to the high demand for dance and gymnastic classes in the community, the department anticipates higher enrollment numbers and is requesting to increase the instructor’s current Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 contract agreement from $40,600 to $79,000.

Fiscal Impact:

Instructor payments are a 70/30 split, with 70% revenue paid to the class instructor and 30% revenue paid to the City. Instructor payments will be made from the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 Recreation general fund expenditure account for contract classes. The table below demonstrates instructor payments for June – October 2025, with estimated payments for November 2025 through June 2026 as shown below:

Months Instructor Payment (70%) City Revenue (30%)
June* 5,571.00 3,714.00
July 6,295.50 2,697.36
August 6,029.60 2,584.11
September 5,858.10 2,510.61
City Council
Request to Amend Agreement for Kidz Talent Academy
December 2, 2025
Page No. 2
October 6,157.62 2,638.99
November – June** 6,090.00 2,610.00
Totals 78,631.82 35,025.07
*Fiscal Year 2024/25 class instructor payment based on 60/40 split. **Estimated averages based on months July – October 2025.

Citizens Advised:

N/A
Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

N/A
Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the Fiscal Year 2025/26 class instructor agreement with Kidz Talent Academy in the amount of $38,400; and authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

Attachments:

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City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Alex Hamilton, Interim Director of Community Development Jana Stuard, Director of Finance
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 25-62 - AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED

BUDGET TO ADD FUNDS FOR THE HOUSING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Background:

On August 6, 2024, City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 24-1752U, which enacted a 45-day moratorium on developing emergency shelter, supportive housing, single-room occupancy, and transitional housing, and several other land uses such as convenience stores, vehicle/automobile – washing, laundromats, discount stores, and payday loan establishments.

On September 19, 2025, the State’s Department of Housing and Community Development formally re-certified the City’s Housing Element Update subject to the terms of the Stipulated Final Judgement and Order (Case No. 24STCP03551) (“Settlement Agreement”) filed on September 5, 2025. Pursuant to the terms of the Settlement Agreement the City agreed to set up a Local Housing Trust Fund for the development of affordable housing and Shelters and Supportive Housing in an amount of $250,000 in a Local Housing Trust Fund.

Fiscal Impact:

Resolution No. 25-62 would add General Fund reserves in Development Projects to establish a Local Housing Trust Fund for development of affordable housing for extremely low, very low, and low-income households, and shelter and supportive housing; pursuant to Stipulated Final Judgment and Order (Case No. 24STCP03551) in the amount of $250,000.

City Council December 2, 2025
Resolution No. 25-62 – Local Housing Trust Fund Page No. 2 Citizens Advised:

N/A
Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

N/A
Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council adopt Resolution No. 25-62, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO ESTABLISH A NORWALK HOUSING TRUST FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 25-62

2. Settlement Agreement
Attachment No. 1
RESOLUTION NO. 25-62

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26

ADOPTED BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS TO ESTABLISH A
NORWALK HOUSING TRUST FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $250,000
WHEREAS, the City of Norwalk (City), California, resolved a recent litigation matter between the State of California (State) and the California Housing and Development Commission (HCD) (collectively, the Parties) entitled People of the State of California; California Department of Housing and Community Development v. City of Norwalk, case no. 24STCP03551 (HCD Litigation); and
WHEREAS, the State/HCD and City resolved the HCD Litigation by entering into a Stipulated Final Judgment and Order, filed September 5, 2025 (Judgment) which defined the respective obligations and responsibilities of the Parties; and WHEREAS, one of the obligations of the City is to create its own local housing trust fund for the development of housing affordable to extremely low, very low, and lowincome households, and Shelter and Supportive Housing (Trust Fund), and WHEREAS, the City must deposit a total sum of $250,000 into the Trust Fund and submit to HCD proposed procedures by which interested parties may apply for and receive funding from the Trust Fund.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS, AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The facts set forth in the Recitals, above, are true and correct.

Section 2. The City Council and the City hereby establish the Norwalk Housing Trust Fund (Trust Fund) as required by the Judgment.

Section 3. The City Manager is authorizes to make the following appropriation and prepare the necessary budget amendment for the following account to establish a separate and distinct Norwalk Housing Trust Fund within the other funds and accounts of the City:

Account Number Increase Decrease
From: 101-90-9961-3990 $250,000
101-0410 $250,000
To: 961-90-9101-4790 $250,000
961-0480 $250,000
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Section 4. The City staff is authorized to develop appropriate procedures to implement the goals expressed in the Judgment and to work in good faith with HCD to ensure the funds in the Trust Fund are used expeditiously to support the creation of affordable housing and/or Shelter and Supportive Housing in the City.

Section 5. That the City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.

Section 6. The Mayor is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Norwalk and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed assistant, is directed to attest thereto.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of December 2025.

________________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA Reserved for Clerk's File Stamp

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS: FILED
Sup-arior Court of Ca!if,:mlia Stanley Mask Courthouse Counlyof LosAngarus 111 North Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 09/05.12025 PLAINTIFF/PETITIONER: O:l'i,d 'N. Sb·,-,xm, !rxo::ueve Olias- l c1,-_nt i:1i Cour:

PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA et al By: J. D.i Luna ~.11)' DEFENDANT/RESPONDENT:

CITY OF NORWALK, et al.

CASE NUMBER:

CERTIFICATE OF MAILING 24STCP03551
I, the below-named Executive Officer/Clerk of the above-entitled court, do hereby certify that I am not a party to the cause herein, and that on this date I served the Minute Order (Court Order Re: Stipulated Ex Parte Application to Approve an ... ) of 09/05/2025, Stipulated Final Judgment and Order; Order Granting Stipulated Ex Parte Application upon each party or counsel named below by placing the document for collection and mailing so as to cause it to be deposited in the United States mail at the courthouse in Los Angeles, California, one copy of the original filed/entered herein in a separate sealed envelope to each address as shown below with the postage thereon fully prepaid, in accordance with standard court practices.

Christy Garcia
13181 Crossroads Parkway North, Suite 400
City of Industry, CA 91746
Dated: 09/5/2025
John M. Natalizio

DOJ - ATTORNEY GENERAL - LOS ANGELES
300 South Spring Street
Suite 17002
Los Angeles, CA 90013
David W. Slayton, Executive Officer/ Clerk of Court
By: J. De Luna
Deputy Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF MAILING
Attachment No. 2

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Civil Division
Central Distiict, Stanley Mosk Courthouse, Department 85 24STCP03551
PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, et al. vs CITY
OF NORWALK, et al.

Judge: Honorable James C. Chalfant
Judicial Assistant: Jennifer De Luna
Courtroom Assistant: None
APPEARANCES:

For Plaintiff(s): No Appearances
For Defendant(s): No Appearances
CSR: None
ERM: None
Deputy Sheriff: None
September 5, 2025
11:45 AM
NATURE OF PROCEEDINGS: Court Order Re: Stipulated Ex Parte Application to Approve and Enter Final Judgment and Order
The Court has reviewed and considered the above-referenced ex parte application, and rules as follows:

The Ex Parte Application To Approve and Enter Final Judgment and Order filed by CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNlTY DEVELOPMENT on 09/05/2025 is Granted.

On the Court's own motion, the Hearing on Ex Paitc Application for Final Judgment and Order scheduled for 09/08/2025 is advanced to this date and vacated.

Pursuant to written stipulation, the Hearing on Petition for Writ of Mandate scheduled for 10/28/2025 is advanced to this date and vacated.

Order granting the stipulated ex pat1e application is signed and filed this date.

Stipulated Final Judgment and Order is signed and filed this date.

Clerk hereby gives notice of entry of stipulated final judgment and judgment.

Certificate of Mailing is attached.

Minute Order Page l of l
1 ROBBONTA
Attorney General of California
2 DAVIDPAI
Supervising Deputy Attorney General
3 JOHN M. NATALIZIO
Deputy Attorney General
4 State Bar No. 311482
300 South Spring Street, Suite 1702
5 Los Angeles, CA 90013-1230
Telephone: (213) 269-6597
6 E-mail: [email protected]
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of California ex rel. Rob Banta,_ and the California
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County of lo oACahtorn;a . 8 ngeles
SEP 05 2025
David W S/ayt E . , on, xecut,ve Officer/Clerk of Court Sy: J. De Luna, Deputy

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GOV. CODE § 6103
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PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF
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Case No. 24STCP03551
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IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, ADJUDGED AND DECREED THAT:

PARTIES

1. Petitioners/Plaintiffs, the PEOPLE OF THE ST ATE OF CALIFORNIA, by and through its Attorney General, ROB BONTA, and the DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ("HCD") ( collectively, "the State") are charged with the enforcement of, among other things, the "Housing Element Law" (Gov. Code§ 65580 et seq.) 1

2. Respondent/Defendant CITY OF NORWALK is a political subdivision of the State of California (the "City" or "Norwalk"). The City is a local governmental agency charged with regulating and controlling land use and development within the City's boundaries, including but not limited to complying with all applicable provisions of state law·, such as the Housing Element Law.

DESCRIPTION OF ACTION

3. On August 6, 2024, the Norwalk City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance 24-1752U, which enacted a moratorium on developing emergency shelters, supportive housing, single-room occupancy, and transitional housing ("Shelter and Supportive Housing"), along with other land uses (the "Moratorium").

4. On September 16, 2024, HCD issued a Notice of Violation to the City which claimed the Moratorium violated numerous state laws, including the urgency ordinance statute(§ 65858), the Housing Element Law (§ 65580 et seq.), the Housing Crisis Act (§ 66300), the Anti1 Unless specified otherwise, all further statutory references are to the Government Code. 2 [ED ORO SEP] FINAL JUDGMENT AND ORDER
1 Discrimination in Land Use Law (§ 65008), the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Law(§ 2 8899.50), and certain by-right housing laws. HCD demanded the City repeal the Moratorium. 3 5. On September 17, 2024, the City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance 24-1753U, 4 which extended the Moratorium for 10 months and 15 days. 5 6. On October 1, 2024, after a closed session meeting, the City, in lieu ofrepeal, decided 6 to temporarily stay the Moratorium's enforcement.
7 7. On October 2, 2024, HCD formally revoked its finding of the City's housing element 8 compliance.
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8. On November 4, 2024, the State filed this action.

9. This Judgment is entered to fully resolve the claims and allegations brought by the 11 State.
12 10. The Parties agree, solely for purposes of entry of this Judgment, that this Court has 13 jurisdiction of the subject matter hereof and over the Parties, venue is proper in this County, and 14 this Court has jurisdiction to enter this Judgment.
15 11. This Judgment is made without trial or adjudication of any issue of fact or law. The 16 Parties voluntarily enter into this Judgment in order to avoid the time, expense, and uncertainty of 17 litigation.
18 12. The Parties agree to resolve all claims and allegations pertaining to this action through 19 this Judgment.
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21 13. All provisions of this Judgment shall be binding upon, and apply to the Parties, 22 including their agents acting within the scope of their agency as well as its successors and assigns 23 with respect to the conduct described in this Judgment. 24 14. The City has and will maintain the full power and authority to undertake the duties and 25 obligations set forth in this Judgment.
26 15. The City shall use reasonable efforts to notify its City Councilmembers, elected 27 officials, officers, directors, employees, and agents responsible for carrying out and effecting the 28 terms of this Judgment and the requirements therein. 3 [MBP B iilID] FINAL JUDGMENT AND ORDER
1 16. If a separate entity is established or reorganized so that its functions include overseeing 2 or otherwise reviewing the operations of the City or any aspect thereof, the City agrees to ensure 3 these functions and entities are consistent with the terms of this Judgment and will incorporate the 4 terms of this Judgment into the oversight or review functions of the entity as necessary to ensure 5 consistency.
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7 17. Repeal Moratorium. At the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting after receipt 8 of the notice of entry of judgment, or at a special meeting called by the City Council, the City shall 9 hold a public hearing for the City Council to repeal the Moratorium on Shelter and Supportive 10 Housing included in Urgency Ordinances 24-1752U and 24-1753U. 11 18. Notices and Announcements.
12 a. For the duration of Norwalk's Sixth Housing Element Cycle (2021-2029) ("Sixth 13 Cycle"), the City shall maintain prominent links to the Housing Accountability Unit 14 Portal on its Planning Department webpage and Planning Application webpage, 15 with the following statement: "The California Department of Housing and 16 Community Development accepts requests for reviews of potential violations of 17 state housing laws via their online Housing Accountability Unit Portal accessible 18 from their webpage: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/planning-and19 communitydevelopment/accountability-and-enforcement." 20 b. Within 15 business days after receipt of the notice of entry of judgement, the City 21 shall post and maintain on its official website for 180 days the following statement:
22 "On [ date of repeal of the moratorium], the City of Norwalk repealed the 23 moratorium on establishing, implementing, or operating emergency shelters, 24 supportive housing, single-room occupancy housing, and transitional housing that 25 had been included in Urgency Ordinances 24-1752U and 24-1753U. The City is 26 now accepting all such applications without the waiver or exemption requirements 27 set forth in the foregoing Urgency Ordinances." The statement shall be posted (i) in 28 the "Community Updates" section of the City's official website 4 ~RQP Q FFU. FINAL JUDGMENT AND ORDER
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(https://www .norwalk.org/departments _services/community_ development/index.p hp), with the statement published in formats and fonts consistent with and as prominent as other comparable statements in the same position on the same webpage.
c. Within 15 business days after receipt of the notice of entry of judgement, the City shall send the statement included in Section 18(b) of this Judgment to the four developers identified in the City's housing element's "development interview summary" and up to ten additional developers as decided in collaboration between the City and HCD.
d. Within 15 business days after receipt of the notice of entry of judgement, the City shall send the statement included in Section 18(b) of this Judgment to any City employee or official whose work involves the City's zoning, planning, or land use policies and practices related to Shelter and Supportive Housing, including every member of the Planning Commission and City Council.

Reports Regarding Affordable Housing and Shelter and Supportive Housing Projects. a. For the duration of the Sixth Cycle, the City shall notify HCD about the status of proposed housing projects that include affordable housing or Shelter and Supportive Housing via a quarterly report that includes the following information:

1. When the City receives a preliminary application or full project application for a housing development that includes affordable housing or Shelter and Supportive Housing, including a copy of the preliminary or full project application.

11. When a project applicant withdraws an application, reduces the density, reduces the number of units set aside as affordable for lower-income households, or changes the target population serviced by the project (e.g., a removal of any supportive housing services from the project).
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1v. When the City denies a density bonus, incentive/concession, or waiver under 7 Section 65915 (Density Bonus Law).
8 b. The quarterly reports shall be emailed to HCD at the following address:
9 [email protected]. HCD may change the delivery address by providing the 10 City not less than thirty (30) days' written notice of a new delivery address. 11 c. The City agrees to meet with HCD to discuss the report upon request by HCD. The 12 request for a meeting shall be made to the following contacts: Community 13 Development Director. The City agrees to meet with HCD within five business days 14 ofHCD's requests.
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16 a. For the duration of the Sixth Cycle, whenever the City disapproves any application 17 for housing development that would include affordable housing or Shelter and 18 Supportive Housing, the zoning administrator, Planning Commission and/or City 19 Council must make factual findings, with analysis, that the disapproval is not 20 materially inconsistent with the City's obligation to affirmatively further fair 21 housing pursuant to Section 8899 .50 and that it is consistent with the City's strategy 22 to affirmatively further fair housing pursuant to Section 65583. 23 b. If there is disagreement regarding the sufficiency of the findings, the Parties agree 24 to meet and confer in good faith for a period of not less than 30 days to resolve the 25 matters set forth in this Section prior to seeking judicial relief. 26 21. Financial Contribution. Within 60 days after receipt of the notice of entry of judgment, 27 the City shall create its own local housing trust fund for the development of housing affordable to 28 extremely low, very low, and low-income households, and Shelter and Supportive Housing. Within 6 [fltol N!UftJ FINAL JUDGMENT AND ORDER
1 30 days from the creation of the fund, the City must deposit a total sum of $250,000 and submit to 2 HCD proposed procedures by which interested parties may apply for and receive funding from the 3 trust fund. The City and HCD shall work together in good faith to ensure that these procedures are 4 calculated to ensure the funds in the trust fund are used expeditiously to support the creation of 5 affordable housing and/or Shelter and Supportive Housing in Norwalk. 6 22. Housing Element Revisions, Implementation, and Recertification. 7 a. Within three business days after the City repeals the Moratorium on Shelter and 8 Supportive Housing, HCD shall recertify the City's housing element, subject to the 9 following conditions:
10 1. By December 31, 2025, the City must completely implement all necessary 11 housing element programs for which the implementation schedule deadline 12 included in the housing element has passed, as set forth in this Section. The 13 following housing element programs must be implemented: Programs 1.1, 1.4, 14 1.5, 3.1, 3.4, and 3.5.
15 ii. Within 14 days after implementation of all the above referenced housing element 16 programs, the City must submit the materials to HCD for review and approval. 17 HCD will review the submitted materials within 45 days and provide the City 18 with either further guidance necessary to implement the programs or an 19 acknowledgement of successful program completion.
20 iii. The City and HCD will meet regularly to obtain status updates and progress 21 towards implementation.
22 iv. Within 30 days after recertification, the City must submit an amended housing 23 element to HCD that includes the following:
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3. Program(s) to monitor and address any future action that may impact persons with special needs and to proactively coordinate with the County and state to address the needs of persons experiencing homelessness. v. Within 14 business days of submission, HCD will provide a technical assistance review of the amended housing element and any subsequent revisions. Within 14 business days of any HCD technical assistance review, the City will submit subsequent revision, provided that the revisions can be reasonably completed and submitted within 14 business days. If additional time is required, the City and HCD will meet and confer to discuss a mutually convenient timeline for submission and completion.
v1. Within 60 days of the receipt of HCD's written findings, the City must adopt 14 the amended housing element and submit to HCD. HCD will expedite, to the 15 extent possible, review of the revisions of the adopted housing element. 16 b. Following confirmation by HCD that the revisions included in the adopted housing 17 element s1:1.tisfy the terms of the Judgment and that all necessary programs have been 18 implemented on the required schedule, the City will have satisfied its obligations to 19 maintain recertification under this Judgment.
20 c. The City acknowledges and agrees that, in addition to any enforcement provisions 21 set forth in this Judgment, if the City fails to timely and wholly comply, to the 22 satisfaction ofHCD, with any term of this Judgment, then HCD shall have the right, 23 in its sole discretion, to decertify the City's housing element until all provisions of 24 this Judgment have been satisfied.
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1 24. Remedies Upon Violation. Immediately upon the City's failure to comply with any of 2 the terms of this Judgment, following notice and an opportunity to cure, the State may file an order 3 to show cause on an ex parte basis with the Court. Following a hearing on the matter and upon a 4 finding by the Court that the City failed to comply with any of the terms in this Judgment, the Court 5 shall elect any or all provision(s) set forth under Section 65755, subdivision (a) (or any other 6 remedy available at law), as remedies for the City's violation(s). Should the City continue to fail to 7 comply with any of the terms of this Judgment within a reasonable period following a court order, 8 the State may then file a renewed order to show cause seeking any additional remedy under Section 9 65755, and any other remedy available at law.
10 25. Opportunity to Cure. Prior to enforcing this Judgment, the State shall provide written 11 notice identifying the terms with which the City has failed to comply. The State shall allow a 12 reasonable time to cure of 15 business days after the City's receipt of written notice before seeking 13 enforcement of this Judgment. To the extent the City must call a special session of its governing 14 bodies (including the City Council) to timely cure any failure to comply with this Judgment, the 15 City shall call such special session.
16 26. Civil Penalties Held in Abeyance. The civil penalties set forth in Section 65009.1, subd. 17 ( a) shall be assessed on the City beginning from August 6, 2024 ( date of urgency ordinance 18 adoption) but held in abeyance unless and until the City fails to comply with the terms of this 19 Judgment. These penalties shall be assessed at the statutory minimum of $10,000 per month for all 20 months through and including the date of repeal of the Moratorium. Penalties shall become 21 immediately due upon the City's failure to meet any of the terms of this Judgment. For each 22 successive month after the initial failure to comply in which the City fails to comply with the terms 23 of this Judgment, the Court shall modify this judgment pursuant to Section 65009 .1, subd. ( d)(2). 24 Satisfaction of Judgment and Release
25 27. Execution of this Judgment shall constitute full and final resolution of all disputes 26 related to this action.
27 28. Nothing in this Judgment shall be construed to liinit the authority or ability of the 28 Attorney General to assert its right to protect the interests of the State of California or the people 9 I_IIIWOi CHII! FINAL JUDGMENT AND ORDER
1 of the State of California. This Judgment shall not bar the Attorney General or HCD from 2 investigating and enforcing laws, regulations, or rules against the City for conduct not covered by 3 this Judgment. Further, nothing in this Judgment precludes or affects the Attorney General's right 4 to determine and ensure compliance with this Judgment. 5 29. This Judgment shall be deemed satisfied once all obligations under the provisions of 6 this Judgment are fulfilled. Upon mutual written agreement between the Parties that all obligations 7 of this Judgment have been satisfied, the City shall file with the Court, and serve, an 8 "Acknowledgement of Satisfaction of Judgment."
9 30. With the exception of the provisions on enforcement and remedies set forth in this 1 0 Judgment, this Judgment releases and forever discharges any civil claim for damages, costs, 11 attorneys' fees, or penalties of any kind against the City by HCD and the People related to the 12 City's Moratorium.
13 31. The Attorney General, representing both the People and HCD in this action, executes 14 this release in their official capacity and releases only claims belonging to the Attorney General 15 andHCD.
16 32. The Parties shall bear their own fees and costs. 17 33. This Judgment may be enforced only by the Parties hereto. 18 Miscellaneous Provisions
19 34. Nothing in this Judgment shall be construed as relieving the City of the obligation to 20 comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, or rules. 21 35. If any portion of this Judgment is held invalid by operation oflaw, the remaining terms 22 of this Judgment shall not be affected and shall remain in full force and effect. 23 36. The terms of this Judgment shall be governed by the laws of the State of California. 24 3 7. This Judgment contains the complete agreement entered into by the Attorney General, 25 HCD, and the City related to the conduct at issue. No promises, representations, or warranties other 26 than those set forth in this Judgment have been made by the Attorney General, HCD, or by the City. 27 This Judgment supersedes all prior communications, discussions, or understandings regarding the 28 City's alleged conduct.

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38. This Judgment may be modified by a stipulation of the Parties as approved by the Court, or by court proceedings resulting in a modified judgment of the Court.

39. Any failure by any party to this Judgment to insist upon the strict performance by any other party of any of the provisions of this Judgment shall not be deemed a waiver of any of the provisions of this Judgment, and such party, notwithstanding such failure, shall have the right thereafter to insist upon the specific performance of any and all of the provisions of this Judgment.

40. The use of headings in this Judgment is only for ease of reference, and the headings have no legal effect and are not to be considered part of this Judgment.

41. Jurisdiction is retained by the Court, under Code of Civil Procedure section 664.6, for the purpose of enabling any party to this Judgment to apply to the Court at any time for such further orders and directions as may be necessary or appropriate for the construction or carrying out of this Judgment for enforcement of compliance herewith, and for the punishment of violations hereof, if any.

42. All notices shall be provided in writing to the following email and overnight mail.

For the City:

City of Norwalk
ATTN: Office ofth~ City Manager
12700 Norwalk Blvd.,
Norwalk, CA 90650
[email protected]
Arnold Alvarez-Glasman
Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin
13181 Crossroads Pkwy. North, Suite 400 - West Tower
City oflndustry, CA 91746
[email protected]
For the State:

David Pai
California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General 1515 Clay Street, Fl. 20
Oakland, CA 94612
[email protected]
John M. Natalizio
California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General 300 S. Spring Street, Ste. 1702
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[email protected]

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APPROVAL BY COURT
APPROVED FOR FILING and SO ORDERED this 2._ day of
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1 RoBBONTA
Attorney General of California
2 DAVIDPAI
Supervising Deputy Attorney General
3 JOHNM. NATALIZIO
Deputy Attorney General
4 State Bar No. 311482
300 South Spring Street, Suite 1702
5 Los Angeles, CA 90013-1230
Telephone: (213) 269-6597
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7 Attorneys for Petitioners and Plaintiffs People
of California ex rel. Rob Bonta, and the California
FILED
Superior Court of California
County of Los Angeles
SEP 05 2025
David W. Slayton, Executive Officer/Clerk of Court
Sy: J. De Luna, Deputy

EXEMPT FROM FILING FEES PER
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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STIPULATED EX PARTE

APPLICATION
Date: September 8, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM
Dept.: 85
Judge: Hon. James C. Chalfant
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Petitioners and Plaintiffs People of California ex rel. Rob Bonta and California Department of Housing and Community Development and Respondent and Defendant City of Norwalk Stipulated Ex Parte Application came on for hearing in Department 85 of this Court on September 8, 2025 at 8:30 AM or soon thereafter. Having reviewed and considered the application and papers in support thereof, and finding good cause therefor, the Court rules as follows:

Dated:

IT IS HEREBY ORDERED:

1. The Stipulated Ex Parte Application is GRANTED;

2. The Stipulation for Entry of Judgment is GRANTED; and,

3. The [Proposed] Final Judgment and Order is GRANTED.
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Judge of the Superior Court
2 ~:p El liiiiJil]IORDER GRANTING THE STIPULATED EX PARTE APPLICATION City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Theresa Devoy, City Clerk
SUBJECT: ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENTS
Background:

With the exception of the Planning Commission (which is commensurate with the appointing Councilmember’s term) and five members of the Art in Public Places Commission (which is established in the Norwalk Municipal Code), Advisory Body terms are for two years following a City election. Advisory Body terms are from January 1, of odd years to December 31, of even years.

There are vacancies on several Advisory Bodies: Art in Public Places (3), Historical Heritage (6), International Friendship (1), Public Safety (4), and the Youth Commission (14). The Youth Commission has one member at this time. The age range for the Youth Commission is between 13 to 18 years of age. Each City Councilmember has three appointments.

Two of the vacancies on the Art in Public Places Committee are appointed based on Norwalk Municipal Code §15.44.060, and require consensus of the entire City Council. Any Councilmember may nominate an individual who falls into one of the two categories:

Business/Community College Representative and at-large Community Representative.

Fiscal Impact:

N/A
Citizens Advised:

Citizens are notified of Advisory Body vacancies through posting of vacancy notices and the Advisory Body term list, both of which are posted on the City’s website and at City Hall.

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Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

N/A
Recommended Action:

Staff recommends City Council make appointments to fill the vacancies on the various Advisory Bodies for two-year terms expiring on December 31, 2026.

Attachments:

Advisory Body List
COMMISSIONER TERMS As of 12/02/2025
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“Vacancies “at-a-glance”

AYALA PEREZ RAMIREZ RIOS VALENCIA
Historical Heritage (2)
Public Safety
Youth (3)
Historical Heritage
Youth (3)
Art in Public Places
Historical Heritage
International
Friendship
Public Safety (2)
Youth (3)
Historical Heritage (2)
Public Safety
Youth (2)
Youth (3)
Members of all City boards, commissions or committees shall be for at least six months prior to appointment, residents of the City of Norwalk, business owners in the City of Norwalk, or property owners in the City of Norwalk.

Commissioner Advisory Body Appointee Present Term
Vega, Luis Art In Public Places Committee Outside Auth w/Expertise in Art Indefinite Vacant Art in Public Places Committee Community Rep Indefinite Vacant Art in Public Places Committee Bus./Community College Rep Indefinite Lopez, Linda Art in Public Places Committee Planning Appointee 12/13/22-12/08/26 Juan, Victor Art in Public Places Committee P&R Appointee 1/21/25-12/31/26 Apodaca, Kim Art in Public Places Committee Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Armendarez, Vanessa Art in Public Places Committee Rios 8/19/25-12/31/26 LeGaspi, Natalie Art in Public Places Committee Ayala 4/1/25-12/31/26 Solis, Pilar Art in Public Places Committee Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Vacant Art in Public Places Committee Ramirez -12/31/26 Ang, David Community Promotion Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Garcia, Steve Community Promotion Commission Ayala 3/18/25-12/31/26 Leon, Armida Community Promotion Commission Ramirez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Lopez, Natalie Community Promotion Commission Perez 8/5/25-12/31/26 Sanchez Jr, Arturo Community Promotion Commission Rios 2/4/25-12/31/26 Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Perez -12/31/26
Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Ramirez -12/31/26 Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Rios -12/31/26
Vacant Historical Heritage Commission Rios -12/31/26
Corona, Gina Historical Heritage Commission Perez 9/16/25-12/31/26 Greenidge, Marcelle Historical Heritage Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Hernandez, Alex Historical Heritage Commission Ramirez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Pavon, Claudia Carolina Historical Heritage Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Vacant International Friendship Commission Ramirez -12/31/26 Carbajal, Maria International Friendship Commission Valencia -12/31/26 Flores, Sylvia International Friendship Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Gomez, Guadalupe International Friendship Commission Rios 10/7/25-12/31/26 Solis, Analisa International Friendship Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Armendarez, Anthony Parks & Recreation Commission Rios 2/4/25-12/31/26 Berberabe, Francisco Parks & Recreation Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Carbajal, Maria Parks & Recreation Commission Valencia 8/5/25-12/31/26 Hernandez, Alejandra Parks & Recreation Commission Rios 2/4/25-12/31/26 Juan, Victor Parks & Recreation Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 King, David Parks & Recreation Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 COMMISSIONER TERMS As of 12/02/2025
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Commissioner Advisory Body Appointee Present Term
Martinez, Briana Parks & Recreation Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Moreno, Antoinette Parks & Recreation Commission Ramirez 2/18/25-12/31/26 Valenzuela, Don Parks & Recreation Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Yanez, Monique Parks & Recreation Commission Ramirez 2/18/25-12/31/26 Apodaca, Kimberly Planning Commission Perez 12/13/22-12/08/26 Barragan, Rosa Planning Commission Rios 12/10/24-12/12/28 Lopez, Linda Planning Commission Ayala 12/13/22-12/08/26 Macias, Chris Planning Commission Valencia 1/21/24-12/12/28 Salas-Vernola, Lisa Planning Commission Ramirez 12/10/24-12/12/28 Vacant Public Safety Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Public Safety Commission Ramirez -12/31/26
Vacant Public Safety Commission Ramirez -12/31/26
Vacant Public Safety Commission Rios -12/31/26
Apodaca, Kim Public Safety Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Greenidge, Marcelle Public Safety Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Hoskins, Patricia Public Safety Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 LeGaspi, Richard Public Safety Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Rodriguez, Dr. Stephanie Public Safety Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Rosoff, Michael Public Safety Commission Rios 1/21/25-12/31/26 Brizuela, Elmer Senior Citizens Commission Ramirez 11/4/25-12/31/26 Contreras, Rachel Senior Citizens Commission Rios 3/4/25-12/31/26 Serrano, Esperanza Senior Citizens Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Tasker, Angela Senior Citizens Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Valenzuela, Laura Senior Citizens Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Acosta, Scherise Social Services Commission Ramirez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Barth, Phyllis Social Services Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Casillas, Millie Social Services Commission Ramirez 1/21/25-12/31/26 Cerezo, Angeles Honorato Social Services Commission Rios 4/1/25-12/31/26 Greenidge, Marcelle Social Services Commission Perez 1/21/25-12/31/26 LeGaspi, Natalie Social Services Commission Valencia 4/15/25-12/31/26 LeGaspi, Richard Social Services Commission Valencia 1/21/25-12/31/26 Reyes-Castro, Elfega Arely Social Services Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Santos, Alondra Social Services Commission Rios 4/1/25-12/31/26 Tasker, Angela Social Services Commission Ayala 1/21/25-12/31/26 Obi, Brandon Youth Commission Rios 3/18/25-12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ayala -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Perez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Perez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Perez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ramirez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ramirez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Ramirez -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Rios -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Rios -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Valencia -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Valencia -12/31/26
Vacant Youth Commission Valencia -12/31/26
City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Alex Hamilton, Interim Director of Community Development Nancy Lee, Development Services Manager
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 25-1764 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03

AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS RELATING TO DEFINITONS, PARKING

STANDARDS, SPECIFIC USES IN COMMERCIAL AND/OR MANUFACTURING

ZONES, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND LOW-BARRIER NAVIGATION
CENTERS, R-1 ZONE PERMITTED USES, INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PERMITTED USES, AND THE LAND USE MATRIX; AND ADDING SECTION 17.04.500

RELATING TO MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT
Background:

In February 2023, the City adopted its 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (HEU) (Attachment No. 3).

On August 6, 2024, City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 24-1752U, which enacted a 45-day moratorium on developing emergency shelters, supportive housing, single-room occupancy, and transitional housing (‘housing-related uses”), and several other land uses such as Convenience Stores, Vehicle/Automobile – Washing, Laundromats, Discount Stores, and Payday Loan Establishments (“other uses”).

On September 16, 2024, the State’s Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issued a Notice of Violation to the City which claimed the City’s moratorium on housingrelated uses violated numerous State laws, including Housing Element Law, the Housing Crisis Act, the Anti-Discrimination in Land Use Law, the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Law, and additional by-right housing laws, which prohibit local agencies from adopting ordinances which preclude development of certain housing types.

Subsequently, the City extended the moratorium for an additional 10 months and 15 days (Urgency Ordinance No. 24-1753U) on September 17, 2024. On October 2, 2024 HCD formally revoked its finding of the City’s HEU compliance and required the City to repeal the moratorium City Council December 2, 2025
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on the implementation or operation of emergency shelters, supportive housing, single-room occupancy housing, and transitional housing. A lawsuit was subsequently filed by the State Attorney General.

On August 5, 2025, City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 25-1758U to repeal the moratorium on emergency shelters, supportive housing, single-room occupancy, and transitional housing and continued the moratorium on Convenience Stores, Vehicle/Automobile – Washing, Laundromats, Discount Stores, and Payday Loan Establishments for one additional year or until the City Council adopts an ordinance addressing the issues related to the moratorium.

On September 19, 2025, HCD formally re-certified the City’s HEU subject to the terms of the Stipulated Final Judgement and Order (Case No. 24STCP03551) (“Settlement Agreement”) filed on September 5, 2025.

City staff has initiated several amendments to the Norwalk Municipal Code (“NMC”) , the first being Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2025-03 in response to the obligations set forth in the Settlement Agreement, in order to ensure continuous certification of Norwalk’s 6th Cycle HEU.

The proposed amendments include standards for low-barrier navigation centers and emergency shelters, and standards for group homes.

The City also proposes NMC amendments to fulfill HEU Program 1.3 (Land Use Policy Changes), as stipulated by HCD, including new regulations for mixed-use development in commercial and office zones, regulations to permit tandem parking in residential zones, and modifications to §17.08.170 Institutional (I) Zone to allow low-barrier navigation centers in this zone with a conditional use permit (CUP). Parallel amendments are required to Chapter 17.11, Table 17.11.010 – Land Use Matrix. There are also amendments to the definitions as they relate to hotel and motel uses.

Further, the City proposes amendments unrelated to the Settlement Agreement but instead proposed to establish performance standards for other uses included in Urgency Ordinance No. 25-1758U: Convenience Stores, Vehicle/Automobile – Washing, Laundromats, Discount Stores, and Payday Loan Establishments; and related amendments to Chapter 17.01, Article 1 (General Provisions and Definitions). If City Council adopts these performance standards, Urgency Ordinance No. 25-1758U would become null and void.

On November 2, 2025, the Planning Commission (“Commission”) considered ZTA No. 2025-03.

The Commission discussed the following:
1) Do group homes for six for fewer occupants include the manager/caretaker? Staff clarified that the manager/caretaker is not included.
2) Expressed concerns about existing business establishments that have been open for a long time (i.e., Laundromats) and potential impacts that such businesses would not meet the new performance standard requirements and would raise prices for residents.

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conforming and performance standards (with the exception of distance requirements) would not apply unless there were substantial changes.
3) Sought clarification about liquor stores compared to convenience stores. Staff clarified that convenience stores that sell alcohol are subject to the performance standards and other standards in the NMC as they pertain to off-site alcohol sales.

There were no speakers in support or opposition of the ZTA No. 2025-03. In accordance with §65855 of the California Government Code and NMC §17.02.260.D, the Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council adoption of the ZTA with edits that staff presented during the meeting.

The Planning Commission staff report with the description of the Zoning Text Amendments can be found in Attachment No. 4.

Fiscal Impact:

There are no immediate fiscal impacts, however, there may be future costs for new businesses to comply with the new standards, but it would be balanced with greater community benefit associated with the increased security and oversight.

Citizens Advised:

Notice of this public hearing was published in The Norwalk Patriot and posted at the City’s three designated posting sites and the city website on November 6, 2025.

Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

Strategic Plan Goal 2 – Working In Partnership With Our Community To Achieve Safe And Livable Neighborhoods.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council:
a. consider and find the Ordinance No. 25-1764 / Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025- 03 project exempt from California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to §15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption); and
b. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1764, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF NORWALK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO

DEFINITONS, PARKING STANDARDS, SPECIFIC USES IN COMMERCIAL AND/OR

MANUFACTURING ZONES, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND LOW-BARRIER
NAVIGATION CENTERS, R-1 ZONE PERMITTED USES, INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PERMITTED USES, AND THE LAND USE MATRIX; AND ADDING SECTION 17.04.500 RELATING TO MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT, and schedule for adoption.

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Attachments:

1. Ordinance No. 25-1764 (Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-03)

2. Link to: 6
th Cycle Housing Element

3. Link to: Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-03 Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 12, 2025
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1764

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17 (ZONING)

OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DEFINITONS,

PARKING STANDARDS, SPECIFIC USES IN COMMERCIAL AND/OR
MANUFACTURING ZONES, EMERGENCY SHELTER AND LOWBARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS, R-1 ZONE PERMITTED USES,

INSTITUTIONAL ZONE PERMITTED USES, AND THE LAND USE
MATRIX; AND ADDING SECTION 17.04.500 RELATING TO MIXED-USE

DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City is a general law city, incorporated under the laws of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, the City adopts this Ordinance pursuant to the City’s general and police powers and property rights set forth under Government Code §65850(a); and WHEREAS, the City has initiated Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2025-03; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) as provisions relate to directives from the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) to allow for reinstatement of the City’s General Plan Housing Element compliance by amending §17.04.195 (“Emergency Shelters”) to reflect current State law and amending §17.05.010 (“R-1 Zone, Permitted Uses”) to permit residential group homes; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the NMC as it relates to §17.03.050 (“Parking layout standards”) to allow for tandem parking in residential zones as it relates to Housing Element Program 1.3; and WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the NMC as sections relate to the moratorium of uses in Urgency Ordinance 25-1758U, including several sections of Article II (“Specific Uses in Commercial and/or Manufacturing Zones) as it related to standards for convenience stores (liquor stores), discount stores, personal use – laundromats, vehicle/automobile washing, and payday loan establishments; and WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the NMC to add a new §17.04.500 (“Mixed-Use Developments”); and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the NMC related to the Land Use Matrix in Section 17.11.010 to reflect amendments made as they relate to mixed-use development, emergency shelters/low-barrier navigation centers, car washes, and residential care facility; and
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WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the NMC as sections relate to Section 17.01.060 (“Definitions”) to modify and intrude definitions related to the differentiation of “Discount Stores” between large and small format; amend the definitions of “Motel,” “Personal Service Use Category,” and “Single Housekeeping Unit;” and add new definitions for “Family, Multi- or Multiple,“ “Group Homes,” “Hostels,” “Hotels,” “Laundromat,” “Long-term Stay Hotel,” “Low-Barrier Navigation Center,” “Mixed-Use Category,” “Mixed-Use with Housing,” and “Residential Care Facilities”; and WHEREAS, on November 12, 2025, the City’s Planning Commission (“Planning Commission”) conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-03, and where after careful review of the evidence in the matter, it adopted Resolution 25-21 recommending City Council approve the proposed ZTA No. 2025-03; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Council finds and declares that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporates said recitals fully into this Ordinance as substantive findings.

Section 2. Purpose. The purpose and intent of this Ordinance is as follows:

1. Adding mixed-use development standards to Chapter 17.04 (“Use Regulations”) and amending tandem parking standards in Section 17.03.050 (“Parking layout standards”) would advance Housing Element Program 1.3 Housing Element goals, policies, and objectives by aiming to reduce constraints on the construction of housing.

2. Amending §17.04.195 (“Emergency Shelters”) as it relates to Emergency Shelters and Low Barrier Navigation Centers and §17.05.010 (“R-1 Zone, Permitted Uses”) to allow permit residential group homes is consistent with direction from the Department of Housing and Community Development as it relates to Stipulated Final Judgement and Order (Case No. 24STCP03551) (“Settlement Agreement”) filed on September 5, 2025 and Housing Element goals and policies.

3. Amending several sections of Article II (“Specific Uses in Commercial and/or Manufacturing Zones) as it related to standards for convenience stores (liquor stores), discount stores, personal use – laundromats, vehicle/automobile washing, and payday loan establishments, and repealing Urgency Ordinance 25-1758U.

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4. Amending the Land Use Matrix in §17.11.010 will reflect amendments made to Mixed-Used development standards and emergency shelters/low-barrier navigation centers.

5. Amending §17.01.060 (“Definitions”) to modify and introduce definitions related to the differentiation of “Discount Stores” between large and small format; amend the definitions of “Motel,” “Personal Service Use Category,” and “Single Housekeeping Unit;” and add new definitions for “Family, Multi- or Multiple,“ “Group Homes,” “Hostels,” “Hotels,” “Laundromat,” “Long-term Stay Hotel,” “Low-Barrier Navigation Center,” “Mixed-Use Category,” “Mixed-Use with Housing,” and “Residential Care Facilities” would be consistent with amendments proposed.

6. The proposed ZTAs are in compliance with the NMC, the Norwalk General Plan Housing Element, and HCD’s direction to reinstate the allowability of uses contained in Urgency Ordinance 25-1758U and will be in the public interest to be in compliance with various state laws and to protect public safety and welfare by reducing overconcentration of certain uses.

Section 3. Finding. The proposed Zone Text Amendments will be in the public interest since they will contribute to reinstatement of certification of the City’s General Plan Housing Element, will provide for regulation of specific uses the City has determined have a detrimental impact upon the City, will provide clarity to the various sections of the NMC, and will update definitions consistent with the amendments proposed.

Section 4. Approvals. The City Council hereby approves ZTA No. 2025-03 amending Title 17 (Zoning) of the NMC as set forth in Exhibit “A”.

Section 5. Environmental. The City Council hereby finds and determines that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to “common sense” exception set forth in Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 6. Severability. If any section, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

Section 7. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _______ of _______ 2025.

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______________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
______________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
EXHIBIT “A”
TITLE 17
ZONING
CHAPTER 17.01

ADMINISTRATION

ARTICLE I

GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITION

17.01.060. “Delete Definition of Apartment.”. The following entries in this section are amended to read as follows and the remainder of the section shall remain unchanged:
“Discount Store – Large Format” means a retail establishment larger than nine thousand nine hundred ninety-nine (9,999) square feet in floor area that sells a broad range of new outlet, close-out, discontinued, liquidation, or overstock and general merchandise, primarily at a single discount price and/or in the low and very low-price ranges. “Discount Store – Small Format” means a retail establishment less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet in floor area that sells a broad range of new outlet, close-out, discontinued, liquidation, or overstock and general merchandise, primarily at a single discount price and/or in the low and very low-price ranges. Discount store - small format does not include retail stores that contain a prescription pharmacy or permanently dedicate at least fifteen percent (15%) of shelf space to fresh or fresh frozen foods and produce.
“Family, multi-” or “multiple-” means three (3) or more dwelling units on a lot. Units may be attached or detached.
“Group home” means a facility that is being used as a supportive living environment for persons who are considered disabled under state or federal law. A group home operated by a single operator or service provider (whether licensed or unlicensed) constitutes a single facility, whether the facility occupies one (1) or more dwelling units. Group homes do not include residential care facilities and any dwelling that operates as a single housekeeping unit.
“Hostel” a lodging establishment offering temporary accommodations, including dormitory-style and private rooms, for short-term stays, often less than thirty (30) consecutive days.
“Hotel” A commercial establishment offering overnight visitor accommodations but not providing room rentals on an hourly basis. A hotel may include ancillary facilities such as common meeting rooms, dining facilities, and guest amenities. See also “Long-Term Stay Hotel” and “Motel”.

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“Laundromat” means any business which offers self-service laundry and/or dry-cleaning machines and dryers, which are coin, token, or otherwise fee operated. This use excludes dry cleaning plants.
“Long-Term Stay Hotel (Extended Stay)” A hotel that offers transient lodging accommodations to the general public, targeted to the business or leisure traveler who is planning to stay for an extended time. To constitute an extended stay hotel, each hotel room must contain kitchen facilities to include a range cooktop, microwave or conventional oven, refrigerator, and sink, and must allow stays no longer than one hundred eight (180) days on a commercial basis and not be used as the legal residence or principal dwelling of the occupants(s).
“Low-barrier navigation center” means a housing first, low barrier, temporary, serviceenriched shelter focused on helping homeless individuals and families quickly obtain permanent housing. Low barrier includes best practices to reduce barriers to entry, such as allowing partners, pets, storage of personal items, and privacy. "Mixed use category" means a complementary mix of residential, commercial and/or office uses in a single district. Mixed-use is primarily categorized as one of the following:
“Mixed-use horizontal” means the nonresidential and residential portions are in different buildings but on the same property. Typically, the nonresidential is in the portion facing the street where visibility is higher. “Mixed-use vertical” means the combination of uses are in the same building. Typically, the nonresidential occupies the bottom portion of the building, with the residential on the upper portions.
“Mixed-use with housing” means the combination of commercial and residential uses on the same property in an integrated development project with functional interrelationships and a coherent physical design. The project design may be horizontal (commercial and residential in separate structures), vertical (commercial and residential in the same structure) or walkable (mixture of horizontal and vertical structures in close proximity of each other).
“Motel” A lodging establishment typically featuring a series of rooms whose entrances are immediately adjacent to a parking lot.
"Personal service use category" means any facility or establishment providing nonmedical services as a primary use, including barber and beauty/hairstyling establishments, shoe repair shops, spas, dry cleaning pick-up establishments, tailors, home electronics repair, tanning salons, animal care, animal clinics or hospitals, massage establishments, and mortuaries, undertaking establishments, and other uses with similar operations. These uses may also include accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.
“Residential care facility” means a residential facility licensed by the state where care, services, or treatment is provided to persons living in a supportive community residential setting. Residential care facilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

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• an intermediate care facility/developmentally disabled-habilitative or an intermediate care facility/developmentally disabled-nursing, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1250;
• a congregate living health facility, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1250;
• a community care facility, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1502;
• a residential care facility for the elderly, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1569.2;
• a residential care facility for persons with chronic life-threatening illness, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1568.01;
• an alcoholism or drug abuse recovery or treatment facility, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 11834.02;
• a pediatric day health and respite care facility, as defined by California Health and Safety Code Section 1760.2; or
• a family care home, foster home, or group home serving persons with mental health disorders or other disabilities or dependent and neglected children under California Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5116.
“Single housekeeping unit” means that residents of the dwelling unit have established ties and familiarity and interact with each other and whose use of the dwelling unit satisfies each of the following criteria:
(1) If the dwelling unit is rented, each adult resident is named on and is a party to a single written lease that gives each resident joint use and responsibility for the premises.
(2) Residents generally do not have separate entrances or separate secured foodstorage facilities such as cabinets or refrigerators. (3) The residential activities of the household are conducted on a nonprofit basis. (4) The household is strictly resident run; there is no care or supervision provided by a third-party or a paid resident manager at the dwelling unit or on the property. (5) Membership in the single housekeeping unit is fairly stable as opposed to transient or temporary.
(6) All adult residents have chosen to jointly occupy the entire premises of the dwelling unit and they each have access to all common areas.
(7) Membership of the household is determined by the residents not by a landlord, property manager, or other third party.”
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CHAPTER 17.03

DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS

ARTICLE II

OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS

17.03.040. Required number of spaces and parking matrix. “Delete Apartment in conjunction with commercial development.” The section is amended to read as follows and the remainder of the section shall remain unchanged:
“Parking Matrix
Use Category Minimum Parking Requirement
Definitions/
Notes
Commercial
Mixed Use, as Listed
Below:
§ 17.01.060
§ 17.04.010
Multi-family residential in
conjunction with
commercial development
Required parking for multiple-family
dwellings + required parking for commercial
uses; or as determined by parking analysis
for the specific project.
§ 17.01.060
§ 17.04.010
§ 17.03.030.B
Social Services, Except
as Listed Below:
1 space/200 SF of GFA. § 17.01.060
§ 17.04.010
Emergency Shelter 1 space per employee for the shift with the highest number of employees, as verified
by the Director.
§ 17.01.060
§ 17.04.010”

17.03.050 Parking layout standards. The following section is added to read as follows and the remainder of the Subsections shall remain unchanged:
“Subsection A (2). Tandem stall: In a garage, 12 feet wide by 40 feet long. In a carport or on a surface lot, nine feet wide by 36 feet long.” Ordinance No. 25-1764 Page 9 of 30

17.03.050.B Parking Lot Layout Requirements is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:

1. “Angle parking is generally recommended for non-residential uses, and 90- degree parking for residential uses. Parallel parking should be avoided.

2. For non-residential uses, tandem parking is permitted only if a full-time attendant is provided and such tandem parking is used to supply not more than 10% of the required number of spaces.

3. For residential uses, tandem parking is permitted as follows:
a. In the R-1 zone, enclosed tandem parking may be used to satisfy all parking requirements.
b. In the R-2, R-3, and R-4 zones, tandem parking may be used to satisfy not more than 30 percent of the overall required minimum number of parking spaces.
c. No more than two vehicles shall be placed one behind the other. d. Tandem spaces shall be assigned to a single dwelling unit. e. Tandem parking shall not be used to meet the guest parking requirement.

4. All parking areas shall be arranged to permit all vehicles to enter from, and exit to, a public right-of-way in a forward direction. Multiple dwellings containing not more than three dwelling units and single-family residences may back into a designated local street unless prohibited upon precise development plan review. All turning and maneuvering areas shall be onsite. Required front yards or setbacks adjacent to streets shall not be used for maneuvering space.

5. Entrances to garages, or parking spaces from an alley shall be located no less than 26 feet from the opposite side of the alley.

6. All parallel parking stalls must be located so no part of a vehicle will encroach into the public right-of-way; such stalls must be separated by a curb or wheelstop from the public right-of-way. Parallel parking stalls shall not be within three feet of a passageway, door opening, or other building entry or exit.”
CHAPTER 17.04

USE REGULATIONS

ARTICLE II

SPECIFIC USES IN COMMMERCIAL AND/OR MANUFACTURING ZONES

17.04.095 Payday loan establishments. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

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A. “Purpose. The specific purpose of this section is to establish regulations for payday loan establishments.

B. Definitions. For the purpose of this section, "payday loan establishment" shall be defined as indicated in Section 17.01.060, Definitions, of this title.

C. Operational Requirements. Payday loan establishments seeking to begin operations after the effective date of this ordinance or is otherwise seeking to reestablish operations following a closure of a period of 30 consecutive days or more shall comply with the following requirements, which may be incorporated as conditions of approval as appropriate:

1. Location. Payday loan establishments are permitted in the C-1, C-3, and M1 zones, except on properties within the PF overlay zone.

2. Maximum Number. There shall be no more than eight payday loan establishments located within the City of Norwalk. No additional payday loan establishment shall be established if the existing number of payday loan establishments meet or exceed the maximum permitted.

3. Spacing. The following spacing requirement shall apply to newly established or reestablished payday loan establishments:
a. Payday loan establishments shall be located no less than one-quarter mile or 1,320 feet from the nearest payday loan establishment within the City of Norwalk, as measured from one property line to another. b. Payday loan establishments shall be a minimum distance of 500 feet from any school (both public and private), alcoholic beverage sales establishment (off-sale), state or federally chartered bank (including credit unions), and community and recreational assembly activities establishment.

4. Lighting. A lighting plan shall be reviewed and approved by the Public Safety Department, Los Angeles County Sherrif’s Department and the Community Development Department that shall include, at a minimum, decorative exterior lighting provided on all frontages designed to illuminate persons standing outside such that they can be identified 50 feet away and designed to not cast glare off site.

5. Transparency. Storefronts shall have glass or transparent glazing in the windows and doors. No more than 10% of any window or door area shall be covered by signs, banners, or opaque coverings of any kind. Security gates and bars may be installed on the interior side of windows and doors, provided the design is not visually obtrusive and is subject to the approval of the Community Development Department and the Fire Department.

6. Hours of Operation. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Operation on Sundays may be permitted Ordinance No. 25-1764 Page 11 of 30
subject to approval of the Community Development Director and in no case shall exceed the allowable hours of operation permitted Mondays through Saturdays.

7. Security. At least one uniformed security guard will be on duty at all times the business is open. The security guard shall patrol the interior and all exterior portions of the property under control of the owner or operator/lessee of the payday loan establishment, including, but not limited to, parking lots and any open public spaced such as lobbies.

8. Additional Requirements. The following requirements shall apply to payday loan establishments in addition to the above:
a. Patrons shall be discouraged from loitering prior to, during, and/or after hours. At least one no loitering sign with letters at least two inches tall shall be installed and maintained where it will be most visible to pedestrians on each side of the building in which the activity is located, including but not limited to, street frontages and parking lots. b. Any graffiti shall be removed within 48 hours of application. c. Litter shall be removed at least two times daily in front of and 20 feet beyond the building along adjacent streets. Furniture (e.g., crates and mattresses) shall be removed daily.

D. Any payday loan establishment lawfully existing prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and which is licensed by the City of Norwalk shall be allowed to remain on the same property or, if located within a shopping center development, shall be allowed to move to a different location, as long as the location is within the same shopping center development, and shall not be subject to the provisions of this section. However, if the payday loan establishment closes for a period of 30 consecutive days or more, that establishment shall be subject to the provisions of this section and may not be reestablished unless it fully complies with all provisions of subsection C of this section.

E. An inventory of existing payday loan establishment shall be conducted by City staff upon the effective date of the ordinance codified in this section and filed with the Community Development Department. After the inventory is completed, only those businesses listed in the inventory are determined to be payday loan establishments lawfully existing as set forth in subsection D of this section.

F. A litter control plan shall be submitted with an application indicating the location of trash receptacles and provisions for regular maintenance of the site. Execution of a maintenance agreement, subject to approval from the Community Development Department shall be done prior to issuance of a business license.

G. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of the establishment to ensure the establishment complies with all applicable operational requirements and provisions contained within this section.”
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17.04.185. Discount stores. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:
“Discount stores, small format, as defined in Section 17.01.060, are subject to the issuance, existence, and validity of a conditional use permit as specified in Section

17.04.010, pursuant to Section 17.02.210 and provided that the following minimum conditions, in addition to any other deemed necessary or appropriate to ensure compatibility with existing or future permitted uses in the vicinity, are met:

A. Minimum Lot Area. Discount stores –– small format shall only be located within an existing shopping/retail center with a minimum of three tenants.

B. Minimum Separation Requirement. New discount stores – small format shall not be less than one mile from an existing discount store of any kind.

C. Hours of Operation. Business hours, including truck loading hours, shall be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven (7) days a week.

D. Maintenance. Dumpsters must be enclosed on four (4) sides with one single opening accessible to solid waste pick up and physically closed to all other items.

E. Security. External surveillance cameras must be installed and functioning at all times, allowing Public Safety Department and Los Angeles County Sherrif Department to access them, as needed.

F. Illumination. The property must be adequately illuminated at all times. A lighting plan, subject to approval by the Public Safety Department, Community Development Department and the Los Angeles County Sherrif’s Department, shall be required.

G. Additional Regulations for Discount Stores – Small Format. The regulations of this section are established to regulate the location of discount stores – small format for the purpose of reducing over-concentration and to maintain cleanliness for the health and safety of residents within the City of Norwalk.

1. Spacing. No discount store – small format shall be established on a lot or lots within one (1) mile of another lot or lots containing an existing discount store of any type, measured from lot line to lot line. No two (2) discount stores – small format shall be located contiguous to one another, in the same building, or on the same lot.

2. Maintenance. The owner and/or operator of a discount store – small format shall comply with the following:
i. Keep the exterior of the site including the sidewalks and parking lots abutting the property free of litter and debris;
ii. Landscaping and irrigation shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for the zone in which the development is located; and iii. Provide one (1) or more solid waste containers located directly outside Ordinance No. 25-1764 Page 13 of 30
the primary entrance for the placement of paper, wrappers, and other items by customers and others. Such containers shall be maintained in good condition and be of suitable capacity to sufficiently contain litter and debris between scheduled waste collections.”

17.04.187. Laundromats. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. “Purpose. This section establishes regulations for laundromat establishments to minimize potential adverse on-site and off-site impacts. No laundromat shall be permitted in any area of the City unless the requirements of this section have been satisfied.

B. Definitions. For the purpose of this section, " Laundromat" shall be defined as indicated in Section 17.01.060, Definitions, of this title.

C. Operational Requirements. All newly established laundromats shall comply with the following requirements that may be incorporated as conditions of approval, as appropriate:

1. Security Cameras. Security cameras shall be operated on the premises during all business hours, and recordings shall be maintained for a minimum of seven (7) days.

2. Transparency. The following requirements shall apply to laundromats:
a. A minimum of sixty percent (60%) of the building facade along a street or streets shall be glass (windows and/or doors).
b. Ninety percent (90%) of area of windows shall remain clear to allow views into the commercial space.
c. Security gates and bars may be installed on the interior side of windows and doors provided the design is not visually obtrusive and is subject to the approval of the Community Development Department and the Fire Department.

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3. Lighting. Outdoor lighting shall be attached to the exterior of the facility containing the laundromat establishment and operated after dusk so that the exterior of the premises is discernible. Burned-out lights shall be replaced immediately.

4. Additional requirements. The following shall apply to laundromat establishments:
a. All roof mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment shall be screened from view from adjacent public rights-of-way.
b. Litter and debris shall be cleared from the premises and the adjacent rightof-way and sidewalks of the property at least once daily or as needed to maintain a litter free environment.
c. Graffiti shall be removed from the exterior of the building within seventy-two (72) hours of application
d. At least two (2) "No Loitering" signs shall be posted on the building facade and other visible locations around the site. Signs shall be of a permanent nature and have letters a minimum of two (2) inches in height. Signs shall be posted in a conspicuous place, in both the parking lot area and inside the laundromat, notifying patrons that loitering, panhandling, and/or the consumption of alcoholic beverages upon the premises are prohibited. e. When located below a dwelling unit, and the use is not associated with the residential use, venting shall be located away from residential dwelling units and noise and vibration shall comply with the City of Norwalk’s Noise ordinance. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday through Sunday.
f. Landscaping and irrigation shall be provided in accordance with the requirements for the zone in which the development is located. g. The laundromat shall be operated with at least one (1) attendant on site during all hours of operation.
h. Any rear doorways shall remain closed, preventing entry from outside the building after dark, but not preventing emergency exit.

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i. The operator of the business shall be fully responsible for retaining all laundry carts inside the building.
j. No video, electronic or other amusement devices or games shall be permitted.
k. All vending machines shall be located inside the building.”

17.04.189. Vehicle/Automobile – Washing. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. “Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish regulations for facilities providing vehicle/automobile – washing as defined by § 17.01.060 to ensure impacts are minimized on and off site.

B. Spacing/Location. No more than two vehicle/automobile – washing facilities shall be located along any one street and/or within 300 feet of another vehicle/automobile – washing facility. No vehicle/automobile – washing facility shall be located within one thousand (1,000) feet of a district allowing a residential use.

C. Requirements. Any new establishment of a facility providing vehicle/automobile washing services, whether the use be primary or accessory, shall comply with the following requirements:

1. The minimum lot size for establishment of new facilities shall be 20,000 square feet.

2. Noise generated from activities and machinery associated with Vehicle/automobile – washing facilities shall not generate unduly noise and must comply with the City of Norwalk Noise Ordinance beginning with §

9.04.100 at all times.

3. Service bay openings shall be oriented to face away from the street on which the facility fronts.

4. Lighting shall be designed to be low-profile, indirect or diffused, and to avoid adverse impacts on surrounding uses.

5. The site design, including the location and number of driveways, shall promote safe and efficient on-site and off-site traffic circulation, as determined by the City Engineer.

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6. No building or structure associated with the use shall be located within thirty (30) feet of any public street or within twenty (20) feet of any interior property line of a residential use or residential district.

7. Vehicle lanes for car wash openings shall be screened from public streets to a height of forty (40) inches. Screening devices shall consist of walls and/or berms with supplemental plant materials.

8. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven (7) days a week. When abutting a residential use, the hours of operation shall be between 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., seven (7) days a week.

9. A litter control plan shall be submitted with an application. The litter control plan shall indicate the location of trash receptacles and provisions for employee maintenance of the site.

D. Landscaping and Screening Requirements

1. A masonry wall at least six (6) feet in height shall be provided along all lot lines adjacent to a residential use.

2. At least ten (10) percent of the site must be landscaped.

3. A minimum sized three hundred (300) square foot planter with minimum dimensions of ten (10) feet shall be provided at the corner of intersecting streets unless a building is located at the corner.

4. Additional screening and landscaping may be required where necessary to prevent visual impacts on adjacent properties.

5. All landscaped areas shall be provided with live plants and permanently irrigated.

E. Substantial Change to Existing Facility
Prior to the effective date of the ordinance codified by this section, an existing vehicle/automobile – washing facility may remain in existence until such time the operator and/or owner proposes a substantial change of character or mode to the facility. At that time, the facility shall be made to fully conform with the provisions of this section. For the purposes of this section, “substantial change of character or mode” shall include structural changes (i.e., expansion of usable floor area or area of facility operation), conversion from a hand-wash operation to automated operation or vice versa, a pattern of conduct in violation of other laws or regulations, or a period of closure for more than 120 consecutive days, notwithstanding Chapter 17.01, Article IV, Nonconforming Buildings and Uses.

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F. Conditions of Approval. Conditions of approval may include limitations on operational characteristics of the use; restrictions on outdoor storage and display, canopies, and service bay openings; and/or requirements for buffering, screening, lighting, planting areas, hours of operation, or other site elements to avoid adverse impacts on adjacent lots or the surrounding area.”

17.04.191. Convenience Stores. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

A. “Purpose. The purpose of this section is to establish regulations for convenience stores, which shall have the same definition as provided by § 17.01.060. The requirements contained within this section shall apply to convenience stores generally regardless of whether the establishment sells alcoholic beverages. This section shall also be applicable in addition to the regulations provided in §

17.04.140 for alcoholic beverage establishments.

B. Operational Requirements.

1. Minimum Lot Area. New convenience markets shall not be permitted on lots less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet net area.

2. Spacing and Location. All convenience markets shall be separated from residential districts by at least one hundred (100) feet, measured from parcel line to parcel line. Any new convenience store shall not be located within onehalf (1/2) mile of an existing convenience store.

3. Maintenance. Adequate litter receptacles will be provided. A litter control plan shall be submitted with an application. The litter control plan shall indicate the location of trash receptacles and provisions for employee maintenance of the site.

4. Hours of Operation. Where near residential uses, will be limited in hours of operation to avoid disruption between 10:00pm and 7:00 am.

5. Safety and Security. The following requirements shall apply to all convenience stores:
a. The operation shall provide an on-premises silent alarm system connected to an approved central station or direct hook-up to the Norwalk Public Safety Department and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

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b. A crime prevention program, subject to approval of the Norwalk Public Safety Department and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, shall be submitted with an application.

C. Required Findings:

1. Approval of the use will not contribute to undue proliferation of such uses in an area where additional ones would be undesirable – with consideration to the area’s function and character, problems of crime, loitering, and traffic problems and capacity

2. The proposal will not affect nearby religious institutions, schools, parks or recreation centers.

3. Will not interfere with the movement of people along an important pedestrian street.

4. The development will be of architectural and visual quality and character that harmonizes and enhances surrounding area

5. Will avoid unduly, obtrusive signs, unlandscaped areas, and overall garish impressions.

D. Convenience Stores Selling Alcoholic Beverages. The following standards shall only be applicable to convenience stores selling alcoholic beverages as an ancillary use and shall be in addition and in conflux to the applicable requirements of § 17.04.140 (Alcoholic Beverage Establishments).

1. No convenience store selling alcoholic beverages shall be located closer than one thousand (1,000) feet to any other establishment selling alcoholic beverages for onsite or offsite consumption.

2. No alcoholic beverages shall be displayed within five (5) feet of the cash register or the front door unless they are in a permanently affixed cooler.

3. On-sale alcoholic beverages shall be prohibited; no consumption of alcohol shall occur on site.

4. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., seven (7) days a week.

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5. No convenience store selling alcoholic beverages shall be permitted within five hundred (500) feet of residences, schools, religious institutions, recreation facilities, and parks, determined by measuring from lot line to lot line.

6. Employees of the establishment shall walk a one-hundred-foot (100) radius from the facility at some point prior to thirty (30) minutes after closing and shall pick up and dispose of any discarded beverage containers and other trash left by patrons.

E. Convenience Stores Selling Tobacco. Tobacco retail sales are allowed as an accessory to Convenience Stores, including Convenience Stores selling liquor provided the following:

1. No more than 10 percent of the gross floor area of the retail establishment, or more than 15 linear feet of display area projected to the floor, whichever is less, is dedicated to the sale, distribution, delivery, furnishing, marketing display or storage of electronic cigarettes, electronic cigarette products, electronic cigarette paraphernalia, tobacco products or tobacco paraphernalia

2. No more than 25 percent of gross sales receipts are from the sale or exchange of electronic cigarettes, electronic cigarette products, electronic cigarette paraphernalia, tobacco products or tobacco paraphernalia

3. All tobacco products must be kept and displayed behind the counter where the register where the transaction is made.

4. No signs or merchandise related to electronic cigarettes, electronic cigarette products, electronic cigarette paraphernalia, tobacco products or tobacco paraphernalia may be displayed outside of the retail establishment or inside the retail establishment in a location that is reasonably visible from the exterior of the retail establishment.”
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17.04.195. Emergency shelters. The section is deleted in its entirety and replaced to read as follows:

17.04.195. Emergency shelters and low barrier navigation centers A. “Purpose. It is the purpose of this section to provide for the orderly establishment and use of property for emergency shelters and low barrier navigation centers within the City and in compliance with State law.

B. Emergency Shelters.

1. Location. Emergency shelters may be established in the following zones as follows, provided such use complies with all the development and operational standards in this section.
a. In the C-1 and C-3 zones, emergency shelters of any size may be established as a permitted use, with no discretionary permit required. b. In the M-1 zone, emergency shelters with fewer than 50 beds may be established as a permitted use, with no discretionary permit required. c. In the M-2 zone, emergency shelters with 50 or more beds may be established with approval of a conditional use permit.
d. In the I zone, emergency shelters of any size may be established with approval of a conditional use permit.

2. Development Standards.
a. An emergency shelter shall comply with all standards of the zone in which it is located, per Title 17 of the Norwalk Municipal Code and Building and Safety Standards per Title 15 of the municipal code. b. Off-street parking shall be provided pursuant to Chapter 17.03, Article II of this title.
c. Bike racks shall be provided at the facility where the emergency shelter is located.
d. A minimum distance of 300 feet shall be maintained from any other emergency shelter, as measured between property lines.
e. Exterior lighting shall be provided for the entire outdoor and parking area of the property, at an intensity of between one and two foot-candles, so as to provide adequate lighting for the property while not disturbing surrounding residential or commercial areas. Light sources shall contain light shields to prevent the spillage of lighting onto adjacent properties.

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f. A waiting and client in-take area shall be provided at a rate of 10 square feet per bed, with a minimum of 100 square feet. Any exterior areas used for such purposes must be screened from the adjacent public right-ofway and the public view by a minimum six-foot tall visually screening decorative wall or fence.

3. Operational Standards.
a. The maximum length of stay shall not exceed 180 consecutive days in a 365-day period.
b. The emergency shelter facility shall provide an on-site manager at the facility at all times of operation.
c. The facility shall operate on a first-come, first-serve basis with clients permitted on-site and admitted to the facility between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. during Pacific Daylight Time, and 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. during Pacific Standard Time. Clients must vacate the facility by 8:00 a.m. d. Each facility operator must provide a detailed operations plan for review and approval of the Public Safety Department, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, and Community Development Department prior to the operation of a shelter. The plan, at minimum, shall address such items as follows:
i. On-site security and safety;
ii. Number of staff and/or volunteers per shift;
iii. Ratio of staff to clients;
iv. Staff training and qualifications;
v. Loitering control;
vi. Client eligibility;
vii. Types of services and social services offered;
viii. Indoor and outdoor management of the facility;
ix. Neighbor communication plan to include a written protocol for ongoing communications with the City and the surrounding neighborhood to respond to neighborhood complaints.
e. Alcohol and narcotics use and consumption are prohibited within the facility and on the property.
f. The emergency shelter facility may provide the following services in a designated area separate from sleeping areas:

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i. A recreation area inside the shelter or in an outdoor area visually separated from public view by a minimum six-foot tall visually screening decorative wall or fence.
ii. A counseling center for job placement, educational, health care, legal services, or mental health services.
iii. Laundry facilities to serve the number of clients at the shelter. iv. Kitchen and dining areas, which must be in compliance with all applicable Los Angeles County Health Department regulations. v. Client storage area.
g. Security personnel shall be provided at all hours.

C. Low Barrier Navigation Centers. Low barrier navigation centers may be established in the C-3 and I zones as a permitted use with no discretionary permit required, provided such use complies with all the development and operational standards in subsections B.1 and B.2 above, as well as the following additional standards.

1. Connected Services. The facility shall offer services to clients to connect them to permanent housing through a services plan. Such plan shall identify services staffing, which shall be provided to the Community Development Department upon request by the Department.

2. Coordinate Entry System. The facility shall have a link to a coordinated entry system that allows facility staff or staff who co-locate in the facility to conduct assessments and provide services to connect clients to permanent housing. “Coordinated entry system” means a centralized or coordinated assessment system developed pursuant to Section 576.400(d) or Section 578.7(a)(8), as applicable, of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as those sections read on January 1, 2020, and any related requirements designed to coordinate program participant intake, assessment, and referrals.

3. Code Compliant. The facility shall comply with Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 8255) of Division 8 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

4. Homeless Management Information System. The facility shall have a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income, and exit destination through the local Homeless Management Information System, as defined by Section 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

D. The emergency shelter facility or low barrier navigation center shall be subject to City inspections prior to the commencement of operation. In addition, the City Ordinance No. 25-1764 Page 23 of 30
may inspect the facility at any time for compliance with the facility's operation plan and other applicable laws and standards.”
Chapter 17.04

USE REGULATIONS
Article VI. Mixed Use Developments. The new Article is added to read as follows:
“Article VI. Mixed Use Developments.

17.04.500. Purpose and applicability of mixed-use developments.

A. These mixed-use development regulations are established to provide opportunities for infill development focused on housing production on properties historically zoned exclusively for commercial use. By allowing for mixed-used development projects, the city aims to revitalize commercial corridors and centers by allowing a combination of residential development with commercial and office uses. Either vertical or horizontal integration of uses is allowed, with an emphasis on tying together the uses through appropriate pedestrian linkages, parking, and public open space (e.g., linkage parks or small plazas).

B. Mixed-use developments are allowed in the C-1, C-3, C and O, and P/O zones.

Because of the nature of these districts and their adjacency to low-scale residential zones, building forms and site design will provide a transition from the arterial street frontage to residential properties abutting a property proposed for mixed-use development.

17.04.505. Permitted uses.

The permitted and conditionally permitted uses of the underlying zone shall govern properties proposed for mixed-use development, as set forth in Section 17.04.010 and other specific use requirements contained in this title.

17.04.510. Development standards.

The development standards of the zoning district in which the project is located shall apply, unless otherwise indicated in this Article VI.

17.04.515. Front yard.

A. When a lot or parcel in a mixed-use development contains part of the frontage in a block and a portion of the frontage in such block is zoned exclusively for residential use, the front yard shall conform to the front yard requirement of such residential zone.

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B. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph A above, mixed-use developments shall have a front yard of not less than 10 feet.

C. No structure, building, wall, or fence shall be within the required front yard. The space between the building wall, structure or fence and the front property line shall be landscaped and permanently maintained as required by Chapter 17.03, Article I.

17.04.520. Side yards.

A. Every property shall have a minimum five-foot side yard on each side.

B. For any side yard abutting a street, the minimum side yard width shall be 10 feet.

C. No structure, building, wall, or fence shall be within the required side yard for a corner lot. The space between the building, wall, structure, or fence and the side property line shall be landscaped and permanently maintained as required by Chapter 17.03, Article I.

17.04.525. Rear yard.

Any lot that abuts a property in an R zone shall provide a rear yard of not less than 10 feet. For property that abuts an alley, where that alley is at least 10 feet wide, the rear yard may be reduced to five feet.

17.04.530. Site planning.

A. Separation and Relationship of Uses. Residential and commercial uses within a mixed-use development shall be designed to complement each other while maintaining appropriate separation to protect privacy, safety, and comfort of residents.

1. Vertical mixed-use.
a. Residential uses shall be located above or behind commercial uses. b. Shared building systems and circulation shall be designed to minimize noise transfer between uses.
c. Separate, clearly defined entries shall be provided for residential and commercial uses.

2. Horizontal mixed-use.
a. Where residential and commercial uses occur in separate buildings on the same site, they shall be organized to create a cohesive development pattern unified by shared driveways, walkways, and open space.

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b. Buffers such as landscaping, patios, or courtyards shall be used to provide privacy and separation between residential and commercial areas while maintaining pedestrian connectivity.

B. Layout.

1. Surface parking shall not be allowed between a building and the street for any building facing a major or secondary street, as defined in the City’s General Plan.

2. Buildings located adjacent to a public street shall have the primary entry oriented towards the public street and shall provide direct pedestrian access between the closest public sidewalk and the building entrance (shared or private).

3. All internal streets, alleys, and driveways shall connect directly with the City's existing and planned street network.

C. Off-Street Parking, driveways, and pedestrian paths.

1. Off-Street parking shall be provided and developed as required by Chapter 17.03, Article II.

2. Driveways for mixed-use developments shall have a width between 12 and 16 feet.

3. For any surface parking area visible from an adjacent public street, screening materials of 42 inches tall shall be provided using one of the following approaches:
a. Landscaped berm
b. Solid wall
c. Solid fencing
d. Shrub material
e. Trellis with landscape material

4. Pedestrian paths.
a. In all parking lots, the color and texture of paving materials for pedestrian pathways shall be different from the color and texture of paved vehicular areas so that pedestrian pathways are clearly visible.
b. All pedestrian paths on private property shall be clearly delineated using at least one of the following:
i. Colored and/or textured concrete
ii. Paving blocks or stones
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iii. Tile
iv. Brick
v. Masonry

5. Mechanical equipment.
a. No mechanical, electrical, or utility equipment shall be located within any required open space area.
b. All mechanical, electrical, and utility equipment shall be screened from view from adjacent public rights-of-way.

17.04.535. Architectural and building design standards.

A. Mixed-use projects shall reflect a cohesive design approach for all development components.

B. Developments shall incorporate the following architectural elements:

1. Multi-level roof lines

2. Articulated facades on all building faces, with plane breaks measuring at least two feet deep at least every 50 horizontal feet of building facade

3. For buildings with three or more stories, a design approach that clearly differentiates the first floor from the upper stories

4. Where exterior stairways are used, they shall be integrated into the overall architectural design of the buildings.

5. Exterior materials shall consist of a minimum combination of three different but complementary colors and materials, exclusive of window trim. Acceptable building trim materials include wood siding, brick, stone, slumpstone, and similar weather-resistant, decorative treatments.

6. The same material shall continue around building corners a minimum distance of 10 feet.

7. Doors and windows shall be stylistically and materially consistent with the building architecture.

C. Where a mixed-use development abuts a residential zone, any building component higher than 35 feet shall be set back an additional five feet from the required setback line.

D. All ground floor residential units along a public street frontage shall provide at least one of the following methods to address privacy:

1. Vertically separating units from the street through use of a stoop at least 18 inches above grade
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2. Providing a patio of at least four feet deep protected by landscaping three feet deep and a wall no greater than three feet high

17.04.540. Open space.

A. Common and private open space shall be provided for all residential units at a minimum ratio of 300 square feet of open space per unit, in conformance with the following:

1. Every unit shall have a private open space area of at least 60 square feet, which may consist of an enclosed outdoor patio, balcony, or deck.

2. Common open space areas may consist of any combination of rooftop decks, outdoor sports courts, outdoor landscaped areas with seating and similar amenities, swimming pools, indoor exercise rooms, community rooms, or similar facilities, as approved by the Director.

B. Open space shall be exclusive of parking areas, driveways, turnaround areas, and front and side yards, except that interior side yards a minimum of 10 feet in width may be counted as open space.

C. Common open space areas shall have no dimension less than 10 feet and may contain sidewalks, landscaping, and pergolas or similar shade structures.

17.04. 545. Landscaping.

Live landscaping shall be provided as required by Chapter 17.03, Article I.

17.04.550. Trash enclosures.

A. Enclosures for garbage, recycling, and composting collection bins shall be required as specified for the zone in which the development is located. Separate collection areas shall be provided for the residential and nonresidential project components.

B. At a minimum, trash enclosures shall comply with the following:

1. Trash enclosure shall be fully enclosed with view-obscuring gates, conveniently located for service vehicles, placed adjacent or within buildings and architecturally coordinated with the remainder of the development, per NMC 17.09.1100.H.

2. Trash enclosures shall be adequately sized to accommodate all trash, recycling, and green waste bins required by law.

3. Landscaping shall be provided and maintained on the exterior solid walls of the trash enclosure to deter graffiti and loitering.

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4. Trash enclosures shall be covered to prevent precipitation from entering the bins and to prevent scavenging.

17.04.555. Lighting.

A. Every project shall provide adequate lighting for security and visibility, particularly along walkways and driveways, entrances to parking areas, and open space areas.

B. Lighting shall be designed to minimize glare and light spillover onto adjacent properties.”
Chapter 17.05

RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Article V. R-1 Zone, Single-Family Residential Zone

17.05.010. Permitted uses. The following text is added as follows and the remainder of the section shall remain unchanged:
“Subsection I (8): Group homes, as defined in Section 17.01.060, with seven or more residents.

Subsection Q: Group homes, as defined in Section 17.01.060, with six or fewer residents.”
Chapter 17.08

SPECIAL PURPOSE ZONES
Article IV. I Zone, Institutional Zone

17.08.170. Permitted uses. The following text is added as follows and the remainder of the section shall remain unchanged:
“Subsection D. Low barrier navigation centers, subject to the approval of a conditional use permit.”
CHAPTER 17.11

ZONING APPENDICES

17.11.010. Land Use Matrix. “Delete Apartment in Conjunction with Commercial Development” and “Discount Stores.” The following text is added as follows and the remainder of the section shall remain unchanged:

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“Table 17-A Land Use Matrix
Commercial Professional Industrial
Use Category C-1
C3CM O P/O M-1 M-2 References
Commercial
Laundromat P P P P P P P § 17.01.060
Mixed Use, as Listed
Below:
§ 17.01.060
Multi-family Housing
in Conjunction with
Commercial and/or
Office Development
P P — C C — — § 17.01.060
Social Services, Except
as Listed Below:

C C __ C __ C C § 17.01.060;
§ 17.04.190
Low Barrier
Navigation Center
— P — — — C C § 17.01.060;
§ 17.04.195
Residential –
Modular/Community
Use, as Listed Below:

Residential Care
Facility
— C C C C — — § 17.01.060
Retail, Except as
Listed Below:

P P P P P P P § 17.01.060
Discount Stores –
Small Format
— C — — — — — § 17.01.060;
§ 17.04.185
Discount Stores –
Large Format
P P P P P P P § 17.01.060;
§ 17.04.185
Industrial
Vehicle Service, as
Listed Below:
§ 17.01.060
Car Wash — — — — — C C § 17.01.060”
City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Alex Hamilton, Interim Community Development Director Gabriel Salazar, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 25-1763 - ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 - TO AMEND TITLE 17 OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD LOT CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES TO COMPLY WITH THE ADOPTED 2021- 2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
Background:

The Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 (ZTA No. 2025-02) to add Lot Consolidation Incentives into Title 17 of the NMC is introduced to ensure the City of Norwalk is compliance and consistent with the adopted Sixth Housing Element Update (HEU), adopted in February 2023 and recertified in September 2025. As part of the HEU, the City included the establishment of Program 3.1 Lot Consolidation, which includes the specific commitment to develop incentives for lot consolidations.

Lot Consolidation Incentives
As part of Program 3.1 (Lot Consolidation), as described below, the program requires the City to establish an incentive program which encourages lot consolidation of smaller parcels to accommodate larger residential and mixed-use development projects on vacant and/or underutilized sites.

City Council December 2, 2025
Ordinance No. 25-1763 - Zoning Text Amendment No.
2025-02 - Lot Consolidation Incentives
Page No. 2
The proposed zoning text amendment would effectuate the development of incentives for lot consolidation, which include density bonus and/or flexibility in development standards.

In the development of the proposed Zoning Text Amendment, staff studied various cities that have codified lot consolidation incentives into their municipal code’s zoning ordinance.

Specifically, staff examined the cities of Saratoga, San Dimas, Palo Alto, and Concord. Each of these cities developed a lot consolidation incentive, each varied. For instance, the City of Concord’s incentive includes a parking reduction, an increase in compact parking spaces, and assistance with marketing. The City of San Dimas includes a lot combination, merger fee waiver.

Of the cities studied, staff recommend the lot consolidation incentive most suitable and appropriate to the City of Norwalk.

Zoning Text Amendment:

With the adoption of the proposed lot consolidation incentives ordinance, it will bring the City into compliance with HEU and incentivize new, creative infill residential development. The proposed ZTA No. 2025-02 will establish a code procedure, applicability, identify the type of eligible lots, and outline the incentives available. The draft ordinance (Attachment 1, Exhibit A) includes the parameters for its application. It is anticipated that lot consolidation incentives will be associated with residential projects involving mixed-use housing and multi-family development projects.

Similar to density bonus, this is an important and necessary incentive to facilitate additional housing. It is also important to note that other factors such as land value, project economics, land cost, and labor and materials all play a role in residential development.

The zoning text amendment consists of the following components:
• The proposed text amendment will create a new section, NMC Chapter 17.04.500 for Lot Consolidation.
• The proposed text amendment will provide an incentive of 10 percent additional units to projects where two or three lots are combined and an incentive of 15 percent additional units to projects involving the combination of four or more lots when the such percent of units are affordable low-income units.

The Planning Commission considered and recommended adoption of Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 on November 12, 2025. The Planning Commission inquired if any active projects would be eligible for this incentive. Interim Community Development Director Alex Hamilton responded that there are not, but that sites involving multiple parcels sitting vacant such as 12217 Rosecrans Avenue may be able to benefit from this new program. No public comments were received during the Planning Commission public hearing regarding this matter.

Fiscal Impact:

N/A
City Council December 2, 2025
Ordinance No. 25-1763 - Zoning Text Amendment No.
2025-02 - Lot Consolidation Incentives
Page No. 3
Citizens Advised:

Notice of this public hearing was published in The Norwalk Patriot and posted at the City’s three designated posting sites and the City website on November 7, 2025. No public comments were given during the Planning Commission meeting.

Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

The recommended actions will further the City’s Strategic Plan Goal 3 to diversify and grow the economy by providing development incentives for welcoming new residents to Norwalk.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council:
a. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1763, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE

TO ADD LOT CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES AND TO COMPLY WITH THE ADOPTED 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT; and
b. consider and find the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment.

Attachments:

1. Ordinance No. 25-1763 (Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02)

2. City's 6th Cycle of Housing Element Is available at the following link: HEU 2021-2029

3. Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 12, 2025 (without attachments) Attachment No. 1
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1763
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AMENDING TITLE 17
(ZONING) OF THE NORWALK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD LOT

CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES AND TO COMPLY WITH THE
ADOPTED 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
WHEREAS, the City is a general law city, incorporated under the laws of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, the City adopts this Ordinance pursuant to the City’s general and police powers and property rights set forth under Government Code §65850(a); and WHEREAS, the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (HEU) was certified by the State of California in November 2023, and recertified in September 2025; and WHEREAS, as part of the 2021-2029 HEU, Program 3.1 Lot Consolidation, was identified with the purpose tofacilitate and encourage additional residential development in the city; and
WHEREAS, the City has initiated Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2025-02; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) to add a new Chapter 17.04.500 to Article “V” (“Lot Consolidation”) of Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC); and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission for the City of Norwalk (“Planning Commission”) conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02, and where after careful review of the evidence in the matter, it adopted Resolution 25-15 recommending the City Council of the City of Norwalk (“City Council”) approve the proposed Zone Text Amendment; and WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Council finds and declares that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporates said recitals fully into this Ordinance as substantive findings.

Section 2. Purpose. The purpose and intent of this Ordinance is as follows:

1. To encourage development and reduce barriers to improve housing opportunities of housing sites identified in the City’s HEU, Lot Consolidation Incentives is for the encouragement of consolidation of lots into larger development sites to achieve scale and quality development appropriate to the site;
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2. Expand the list of incentives/concessions, waivers, and reductions that developers are eligible to increase housing development in compliance with State law. The proposed amendment is intended to facilitate and encourage additional housing development;

3. The proposed amendment expands the criteria for development projects by increasing the number of units for a project directly linked to the amount of affordable units provided with a maximum of 10 percent of 15 percent cap based on the proposal when eligible;

4. Establishing Lot Consolidation Incentives is a required program included in the 2021-2029 HEU (Program 3.1); and

5. The proposed ZTA will establish a process for the approval and consideration of incentives for lot consolidation in conjunction with other entitlements, specific to housing related projects.

Section 3. Finding. The proposed ZTA will be in the public interest since it will enact and reflect the requirements of certified 2021-2029 HEU.

Section 4. Approvals. The City Council hereby approves ZTA No. 2025-02 amending Title 17 (Zoning) of the Norwalk Municipal Code as set forth in Exhibit “A”.

Section 5. Environmental. The City Council hereby finds and determines that this Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to “common sense” exception set forth in Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 6. Severability. If any section, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

Section 7. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ____ day of _________ 2025. ______________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
______________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT A
Title 17 ZONING
Article V. General Standards
“Chapter 17.04.500 LOT CONSOLIDATION INCENTIVES

17.04.500 Lot Consolidation Incentives. This is a new proposed chapter to read as follows:

17.04.500 Lot Consolidation Incentives
A. Purpose. To establish incentives to encourage lot consolidation of smaller parcels to accommodate larger residential and mixed-use development projects on vacant and/or underutilized sites.

B. Applicability/Eligibility. Properties that are listed within the most current Housing Element Sites Inventory List and properties that are immediately adjacent to those sites are eligible for Lot Consolidation Incentives.

C. Application. Applications for Lot Consolidation Incentives shall be reviewed concurrently with Lot Merger or Lot Line Adjustment applications.

D. Incentives - The Review Authority may allow for 10 percent more units above base density, including projects with a density bonus application in accordance with Chapter 17.04.400. In considering 10 percent more units allowed above the base density and density bonus, the Review Authority shall consider whether the proposed development meets all of the following:
a. The applicant shall submit documentation, to be evaluated by City Staff, that demonstrates that the project provides a minimum of 10 percent affordable lower-income units.
b. Furthers the current Housing Element Programs and Policies for Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH).
c. Will result in a more efficient development project. d. Provides a minimum of 10 percent affordable lower-income units as follows:

Number of lots
consolidated
Incentive
Options
Affordable
Housing
Percent
Two or three lots
combined into one
10 percent or
more units
allowed above
base density
10 percent
Four or more lots
combined into one
15 percent or
more units
allowed above
base density
15 percent”
Planning Commission
Agenda Report
November 12, 2025
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Alex Hamilton, Interim Director of Community Development BY: Gabriel Salazar, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 to amend Title 17 of the Norwalk Municipal Code to add a new chapter for Lot Consolidation Incentives.

Environmental: Consider and find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 153061 (b)(3) of the Guidelines.

Recommendation:

That the Planning Commission:

1. Adopt Resolution No. 25-15 to recommend approval to City Council for Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2025-02; and

2. Consider and find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment.

Authority:

Section 65855 of the California Government Code states that the Planning Commission shall make a written recommendation on the adoption or amendment of the Zoning Ordinance.

Attachment No. 3
Norwalk Planning Commission November 12, 2025
Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 Page No. 2
Section 17.02.260.D of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) stipulates that the Planning Commission render its recommendation on a Zoning Text Amendment, including the reasons for the recommendation to the City Council.

Introduction/background:

The Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 (ZTA No. 2025-02) to add Lot Consolidation Incentives into Title 17 of the NMC is introduced to ensure the City of Norwalk is compliance and consistent with the adopted Sixth Housing Element Update (HEU), adopted in February 2023 and recertified in September 2025. As part of the HEU, the City included the establishment of Program 3.1 Lot Consolidation, which includes the specific commitment to develop incentives for lot consolidations.

Lot Consolidation Incentives
As part of Program 3.1 (Lot Consolidation), as described below, the program requires the City to establish an incentive program which encourages lot consolidation of smaller parcels to accommodate larger residential and mixed-use development projects on vacant and/or underutilized sites.

Table 53: AFFH Program Mix
Program Specific Commitment Timeline Geographic
Targeting
2021-2029 Metric
Program 3.1 – Lot
Consolidation
Encourage lot consolidation of
smaller parcels to accommodate
larger residential and mixed-use
development projects on vacant
and/or underutilized sites through
provisions in the Zoning Code. To
facilitate lot consolidation, the City
will:
-Continue to process lot line
adjustments ministerially.
-Develop incentives, which may
include density bonus and/or flexibility
in development standards.
-Outreach to developers to promote
incentives and development
opportunities (see also Program 2.1
and 2.2).
-Develop incentives
for lot consolidation
by the end of 2023
-Annually outreach to
developers
Citywide Facilitate the
development of 200
new units through lot
consolidation
The proposed zoning text amendment would effectuate the development of incentives for lot consolidation, which include density bonus and/or flexibility in development standards.

In the development of the proposed ZTA, staff studied various cities that have codified lot consolidation incentives into their municipal code’s zoning ordinance. Specifically, staff examined the cities of Saratoga, San Dimas, Palo Alto, and Concord. Each of these cities developed a lot consolidation incentive, each varied. For instance, the City of Concord’s incentive includes a parking reduction, an increase in compact parking spaces, and assistance with marketing. The City of San Dimas includes a lot combination, merger fee Norwalk Planning Commission November 12, 2025
Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 Page No. 3
waiver. Of the cities studies, staff recommends the lot consolidation incentive most suitable and appropriate to the City of Norwalk.

Zoning Text Amendment:

With the adoption of the proposed lot consolidation incentives ordinance, it will bring the City into compliance with HEU and incentivize new, creative infill residential development.

The proposed ZTA will establish a code procedure, applicability, identify the type of eligible lots, and outline the incentives available. The draft ordinance (Attachment A, Exhibit A) includes the parameters for its application. It is anticipated that lot consolidation incentives will be associated with residential projects involving mixed-use housing and multi-family development projects.

Similar to density bonus, this is an important and necessary incentive to facilitate additional housing. It is also important to note that other factors such as land value, project economics, land cost, and labor and materials all play a role in residential development.

The zoning text amendment consists of the following components:

The proposed text amendment will create a new section, NMC Chapter 17.04.500 for Lot Consolidation.
• The proposed text amendment will provide an incentive of 10 percent additional units to projects where two or three lots are combined and an incentive of 15 percent additional units to projects involving the combination of four or more lots when the such percent of units are affordable low-income units.

Public Notification:

Notice of this public hearing was published in The Norwalk Patriot and posted at the City’s three designated posting sites and the City website on October 17, 2025 (Attachment C).

Environmental Assessment:

The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption), where it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility that the activity in question may have significant effect on the environment on the environment.

Summary:

ZTA No. 2025-02 involves the establishment of a new incentive for lot consolidations which is consistent with the 2021-2029 HEU. The purpose of the lot consolidation incentives is Norwalk Planning Commission November 12, 2025
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to encourage and facilitate housing development. The lot consolidation incentives is of critical importance for the City to be in compliance with the HEU. Therefore, Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of the project to the City Council.

Attachments:

A. Resolution No. 25-15 (Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02), including Exhibit “A” Draft Ordinance and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 – Legislative Draft B. City’s 6th Cycle of Housing Element is available at the following link: HEU 2021-2029 C. Public Hearing Notice is available at the following link: Public Notice City Council Agenda Report
December 2, 2025
TO: Honorable City Council
FROM: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager
BY: Alex Hamilton, Interim Director of Community Development Carlos Rojas, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 25-58 – FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT STATE CLEARINGHOUSE NO. 2024040140 / RESOLUTION NO. 25-59 – GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 / RESOLUTION NO. 25-60 – GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 / ORDINANCE NO. 25-1765 – ZONE CHANGE NO. 2025-02 / ORDINANCE NO. 25-1766 / ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025- 04 TO ESTABLISH SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN”
Background:

The Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (“Specific Plan”) area consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to the Specific Plan Area is provided by I-5, I-605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard / San Antonio Drive.

On July 6, 2021, City Council adopted The Heart of Norwalk Vision Plan for the future of San Antonio Village and the Firestone Corridor, two key neighborhoods in the center of the City. The Plan was developed in partnership with the City, the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) and the consulting firm, The Arroyo Group (TAG). This Vision Plan sets the overall tone for how the study area can grow in both the commercial and housing sectors, while balancing place making and open spaces. The Vision Plan emphasizes providing new commercial amenities, open spaces, complete streets, and affordable housing to support the Norwalk community. In order to implement this vision, staff initiated the development of a Specific Plan that will establish zoning regulations and development standards to make this vision reality.

There are 407 parcels within the Specific Plan area.

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Additionally, the development of the Specific Plan will help the City accomplish its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 5,034 units in accordance with the 6th Cycle Housing Element (HE) Program No. 1.1. The HE accounted for many of the sites within the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan area as residential inventory sites available for development. Therefore, the HE contains a program that commits to adopting the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan, which would allow residential use at higher density.

Staff is requesting approval of the following entitlements and items for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (Specific Plan):

1. Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) (SCH No. 2024040140): To approve and adopt the environmental findings pursuant to the California Environmental Impact Act and certify the Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2024040140) for Specific Plan, the “Heart of Norwalk,” approving a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations for the project;

2. General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2025-02: To amend the General Plan to add a Specific Plan land use designation and change several land use designations of the project area to Specific Plan Area No. 18 (SPA No. 18);

3. General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2025-03: To amend the General Plan Circulation element to reclassify several street classifications within SPA No. 18;

4. Ordinance No. 25-1765: To approve Zone Change (ZC) No. 2025-02 to amend several zoning designations to SPA No. 18; and

5. Ordinance No. 25-1766: To approve Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2025-04 and establish SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan”.

Community Feedback
The project team have received robust and consistent input for the project since the beginning of the Vision Plan outreach process in fall 2020. The Vision Plan outreach campaign engaged approximately 5,300 residents between December 2020 and March 2021. Nearly 100 residents attended four online events that were held in February and March 2021, 363 surveys were completed by community members, and over 3,000 residents engaged with Heart of Norwalk social media content.

Outreach in the Specific Plan process consisted of virtual and in-person community workshops and participation at three Front Street events in the summer of 2022. Further community workshops and social media engagement took place prior to the adoption of the Specific Plan.

Throughout the outreach process, members of the public have consistently expressed the desire for high-quality local commercial options and places to enjoy in groups and spend time in public.

They desire an authentic center to the City, with local and national businesses, places to walk and spend time, nightlife, and spaces that can encourage and celebrate local culture, such as performance arts spaces.

Front Street has been identified as a focal area for local business and nightlife, preserving older buildings and the historic feel of the street, and possibly catering to the younger population of the community. Norwalk Town Square, on the other hand, is seen as a place with shopping, family entertainment, and easy parking. Multi-family residential uses were supported as an appropriate part of these districts, especially as they help make the desired commercial City Council December 2, 2025
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amenities possible. Finally, through surveys and workshops, members of the public also expressed a desire to connect these districts through streets that prioritize walking, biking and public space over traffic movement.

Planning Commission and City Council Study Sessions
On June 25, 2025, staff held a study session with the Planning Commission to provide a refresher on the proposed plan, review the status of the Specific Plan, and gather feedback from the Commission. The primary concerns raised during the session related to parking—specifically, the adequacy of parking supply in relation to the proposed land uses. Additionally, Commissioners expressed concern about the level of outreach conducted with property owners within the project area. Furthermore, there were comments and questions about truck routes, comments about the master bike plan and landscape palettes.

Following the Planning Commission session, staff conducted a similar study session with the City Council on August 19, 2025, presenting the same information. After the presentation, the City Council directed staff to engage directly with property owners to provide an update on the Specific Plan and to discuss the potential impact the plan may have on their property.

Property Owner Feedback
To engage property owners within the project boundary, staff initiated a series of outreach meetings during Summer 2025. A total of 228 customized flyers were sent via certified mail to property owners within each district and corridor. Each flyer highlighted the specific property and included the following information: property address, current zoning, proposed zoning, existing development standards, and proposed development standards.

Staff used these meetings as an opportunity to clarify questions from property owners. One recurring question was whether the City was purchasing properties or requiring the discontinuation of existing uses. The table below summarizes the three property owner meetings hosted by staff as part of this planning effort.

Date Heart of Norwalk
District/Corridor
Participants
August 7, 2025 Front Street Historic District
& Firestone Corridor
13 September 18, 2025 San Antonio Corridor &
Norwalk Railway Trail
11 September 25, 2025 Town Square and Triangle
District
7 Overall, the comments received during the meetings were positive, though some concerns were raised regarding truck routes and existing land uses that may become legal non-conforming.

Staff clarified that the City is not acquiring any land as part of this process and is not currently undertaking any projects on the sites within the project area. Regarding existing uses that may be made non-conforming by adoption of this plan, staff explained that current operations may City Council December 2, 2025
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continue until the business owner voluntarily discontinues the use for a period of one year or the property is sold. The new regulations outlined in this plan will only be triggered when a new development and/or land use is proposed.

Specific Plan
A specific plan is a zoning tool available to local jurisdictions to guide development over a defined area. The specific plan has been identified as the appropriate zoning tool for the project area due to its unique historic characteristics and prime location for new development, the desire to introduce new commercial and residential uses, and to ensure high-quality streetscape, open space, architecture and landscape design. The Specific Plan encourages excellence in site planning while allowing for flexibility to respond to market conditions in accordance with community values and priorities. It allows for a more context sensitive design that benefits the property owners and the community in a myriad of ways.

The Specific Plan will contain the minimum components required by the State of California Section 65451 of the Government Code mandates that a specific plan includes text and a diagram of diagrams that specify all the following:
• The distribution, location and the extent of the uses of land, including open space within the area covered by the plan (Chapter 3-8 of the Specific Plan). • The proposed distribution, location, and extent and intensity of major components of public and private transportation, sewage, water, drainage, solid waste disposal, energy, and other essential facilities proposed to be located within the area covered by the plan and needed to support the land uses described in the plan (Chapter 9 of the Specific Plan). • Standards and criteria by which development will proceed, standards for the conservation, development, and utilization of natural resources, where applicable (Appendix A of the Specific Plan).
• A statement of the relationship of the specific plan to the General Plan. (Section 1.4 of Specific Plan).

The proposed Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan, contains the required components. The Specific Plan details the site’s context and setting, including its relationship with the surrounding community and its intent of transforming the project area by allowing additional commercial and residential uses in the area and community-enhancing activation.

Implementation
The Specific Plan includes an Implementation Chapter (Chapter 10), which identifies potential funding sources for public improvements - such as Enhanced Infrastructure Financing Districts (EIFDs) and various grants available to the City and/or private developers. EIFDs are particularly well-suited for areas expected to experience significant private development and that require substantial infrastructure investment, such as the capital improvements outlined in Chapter 10.

EIFDs leverage the City’s (and potentially the County’s) share of property tax revenue generated from new development to finance public infrastructure projects—without imposing new or increased taxes. Notably, the EIFD Public Financing Authority adopted a resolution on November 18, 2025, approving the Norwalk EIFD Infrastructure Financing Plan and forming the City Council December 2, 2025
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Norwalk Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
Additionally, as previously mentioned, the Specific Plan will serve as a strategic tool for pursuing state and federal grant opportunities, as well as other funding sources. It will also support efforts to secure resources and foster public-private partnerships for the development of future projects within the Specific Plan area.

Mitigation Measures
The City has prepared a Mitigated Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the Specific Plan. The MMRP contains 17 mitigation measures covering eight environmental impact categories including Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Geology and Soils, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Noise, Transportation, and Tribal Cultural Resources. With the incorporation of mitigation measures, the identified potentially significant environmental impacts can be reduced to less than significant levels. The Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) identifies a significant and unavoidable impact regarding cumulatively considerable net increase in emissions of criteria air pollutants during construction and potential exposure to sensitive receptors; temporary increases in ambient noise during construction that would expose sensitive receptors to increased noise levels; and construction activities that would intermittently generate vibrations that exceed the residential annoyance threshold.

The proposed Specific Plan would generate a considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant, that would have significant impact on the environment despite implementation of Mitigation Measure AQ-1 through AQ-8. Additionally, the proposed Specific Plan would generate a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the plan area and excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels, that would have a significant impact on the environment despite implementation of Mitigation Measure NOI-1 through NOI-3. If the Norwalk City Council decides to approve the Specific Plan, the City must cite their findings in accordance with Section 15091 of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and prepare a Statement of Overriding Considerations in accordance with Section 15093 of CEQA.

On November 10, 2025, prior to the Planning Commission meeting staff received comments via e-mail from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) - District 7 regarding the City’s response to a comment received during the circulation of the document. To address these concerns, the City’s consultant, Impact Sciences, prepared a response memorandum, which is included as Attachment 14 to this report.

On November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission held a public hearing for review and consideration of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (Attachment 6) and recommend City Council approval with a 4 – 0 vote.

Additionally, staff has incorporated a global revision to the Draft Specific Plan related to the Height Limits sections in Chapters 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Specifically, the terms “Base Limit” and “On-Menu Concession” have been revised to “Maximum” and “Maximum with On-Menu Concession,” respectively. These changes are intended to clarify the allowable building heights within each District and Corridor. The revisions can be found on pages 81, 115, 143, 180, 218, and 242 of the Draft Specific Plan.

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Summary
Based on the analysis in this report, Planning Commission and staff are supportive of General Plan Amendment No. 2025-02, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025- 02, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04. The proposed project has been analyzed by the EIR, which finds that two significant and unavoidable impacts related to Air Quality and Noise would result from implementation of the project. With the incorporation of mitigation measures, all other potentially significant environmental impacts can be reduced to less than significant levels. Should the City Council approve the proposed Specific Plan, it would have to adopt a statement of overriding considerations and findings of fact identifying that the benefits of the project outweigh the unavoidable significant environmental effects. The proposed Specific Plan will implement zoning regulations that accommodate both housing and targeted commercial uses, ensuring that new development actively contributes to the city’s long-term community goals. This effort will support economic diversification and expand housing options to meet current and future needs. Furthermore, the project advances the City’s sustainability and climate resilience objectives by fostering a more walkable environment and reducing reliance on vehicles within the specific plan area.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no direct fiscal impact on the City by adopting the recommended Specific Plan. Costs related to some implementation action programs are expected to be partially or fully offset by grant funding as available. The recommended Specific Plan is designed to encourage and spur additional development and public realm improvements within the Specific Plan area, which may result in increased revenue to the City's General Fund helping to offset costs related to public realm improvements.

Citizens Advised:

The public hearing notice was posted at the City’s three designated posting places on November 7, 2025, and published in The Norwalk Patriot on the same date. The public hearing notice was posted online and mailed to 16 interested parties. The City’s social media accounts also promoted notification of the project for the hearing.

Strategic Plan 2023 Implementation:

The recommended actions will further the City’s Strategic Goals 3 and 4 to create and sustain a resilient and economically prosperous city and support sustainability and climate resilience throughout the community.

Recommended Action:

Staff recommend City Council:
a. adopt Resolution No. 25-58, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

NORWALK ADOPT ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, CERTIFY THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH #2024040140) FOR SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 18, THE “HEART OF City Council December 2, 2025
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NORWALK,” APPROVE A MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM AND ADOPT A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS;
b. adopt Resolution No. 25-59, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 TO ADD A

SPECIFIC PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION AND CHANGE SEVERAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS OF THE PROJECT TO SPECIFIC PLAN;
c. adopt Resolution No. 25-60, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 TO AMEND THE

GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT TO RECLASSIFY SEVERAL STREET CLASSIFICATIONS WITHIN THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA;
d. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1765, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE NO. 2025-02 AMENDING SEVERAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS TO SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18; and
e. introduce by title only Ordinance No. 25-1766, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-04 ESTABLISHING THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN”, and schedule for adoption.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 25-58 – including Exhibit A Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Exhibit B CEQA Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations

2. Resolution No. 25-59 / General Plan Amendment No. 2025-02

3. Resolution No. 25-60 / General Plan Amendment No. 2025-03

4. Ordinance No. 25-1765 / Zone Change No. 2025-02

5. Ordinance No. 25-1766 / Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04

6. Planning Commission Staff Report dated November 12, 2025 (without attachments)

7. Vicinity Map

8. Final Environmental Impact Report

9. Program Environmental Impact Report Errata

10.Technical Memorandum in response to the Caltrans Letter received prior to the Planning Commission
Copies of the Specific Plan and Final Environmental Impact Report are on file and available in the Community Development Department, Planning Division or can be accessed electronically at the following URL:
https://www.norwalk.org/departments_services/community_development/heart_of_norwalk.p hp
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
RESOLUTION NO. 25-58

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK

ADOPTING ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, CERTIFYING THE
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (FEIR SCH #2024040140) FOR SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK
SPECIFIC PLAN,” APPROVING A MITIGATION MONITORING AND

REPORTING PROGRAM, AND ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF

OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS
WHEREAS, the City has received General Plan Amendment No. 2025-02, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025-02, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish Specific Plan Area No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” Under the Specific Plan the following is anticipated: (i) 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; (ii) 275,747 square foot reduction in commercial uses; (iii) 18,310 square feet reduction in industrial uses; and 53,011 square feet reduction in institutional uses. The project site consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to the Specific Plan Area is provided by I-5, I-605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard/ San Antonio Drive; requests from The City of Norwalk (“Applicant”) and
WHEREAS, Specific Plan Area No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” would allow for the redevelopment of the Specific Plan area as vibrant and interactive mixeduse development with open spaces; and WHEREAS, Specific Plan Area No. 18 is consistent with the 6th Cycle Housing Element Program 1.1, which requires the completion of zoning code amendments and rezoning to help the City accomplish its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 5,034 units. The Housing Element accounted for many of the sites within the Heart of Norwalk area as residential inventory sites available for development. Therefore, the Housing Element contains a program that commits to adopting the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan, which would allow residential use at higher density; and WHEREAS, pursuant to section 21067 of the Public Resource Code, and Section 15367 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, Sections 15000 et seq.), the City of Norwalk is the lead agency for the proposed Project; and
WHEREAS, based on the Initial Study, the City determined that an Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”) should be prepared because the Project may have a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines Section 15082, on April 3, 2024, the City sent to the Office of Planning and Research and each responsible and trustee agency a Notice of Preparation (“NOP”) stating that an EIR (SCH # 2024040140) would be prepared; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21083.9 and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15082(c) and 15083, the City held one duly noticed Scoping Meeting on April 23, 2024, to solicit comments on the scope of the environmental review of the proposed Project; and
WHEREAS, a Draft EIR was prepared, incorporating comments received in response to the NOP; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines Section 15085, a Notice of Completion was prepared and filed with the Office of Planning and Research on April 4, 2024; and
WHEREAS, as required by State CEQA Guidelines Section 15087(a), on June 24, 2025, the City provided Notice of Availability of the Draft EIR, which was available for a 45-day public review period beginning on June 24, 2025, through August 8, 2025; and WHEREAS, during the public comment period, copies of the Draft EIR and technical appendices were available for review and inspection at Norwalk City Hall and Norwalk Library and the City also consulted with and requested comments from all responsible and trustee agencies, other regulatory agencies, and others pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15086; and
WHEREAS, the City received written comment letters on the Draft EIR; and WHEREAS, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5, the City has prepared written responses to all comments submitted on the Draft EIR; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Report (“Final EIR”), which consists of the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, comments to the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, and written responses to comments on the Draft EIR; and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the Final EIR, and the proposed Project, and to solicit comments on the documents from staff, the public, the applicant and the City’s consultant team; and
WHEREAS, all potentially adverse environmental impacts were sufficiently analyzed in the Final EIR; and
WHEREAS, all of the requirements of the Public Resources Code and State CEQA Guidelines have been satisfied by the City in connection with the preparation of the Final Resolution No. 25-58 Page 2 of 78
EIR, which is sufficiently detailed so that all of the potentially significant environmental effects of the Project have been adequately evaluated; and WHEREAS, the Final EIR sufficiently analyzes the Project’s potentially significant environmental impacts and a reasonable range of feasible alternatives capable of reducing these effects to less than significant levels to the extent feasible; and WHEREAS, all of the findings and conclusions made by the City Council pursuant to this Resolution are based upon the oral and written evidence presented to it as a whole and the entirety of the administrative records of the Project, which are incorporated herein by this reference, and are not based solely on the information provided in this Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, which sets forth the binding mitigation measures for the Project, is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and WHEREAS, the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations are attached hereto as Exhibit “B”; and
WHEREAS, the Final EIR reflects the independent judgment of the City and is fully adequate for purposes of making decisions on the merits of the Project; and WHEREAS, no comments made or information presented during or after the public review of the Final EIR has produced any significant new information requiring recirculation of the Draft EIR or additional environmental review of the Project under Public Resourced Code Section 210092.1 or State CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS, AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated as substantive findings in this Resolution.

Section 2. The City Council certifies that (i) the Final EIR has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines, (ii) the Final EIR was presented to the City and the City has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final EIR prior to considering adoption of the Project, and (iii) the Final EIR reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City.

Section 3. The City Council finds, based on consideration of the whole record before it, including the Final EIR and testimony received at the public hearing, as follows:

A. Review Period: The City provided a 45-day public review period for the Draft EIR as required under State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15087 and 15105; and Compliance with Law: The Final EIR was prepared, processed, and noticed in accordance with the CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines; and Resolution No. 25-58 Page 3 of 78
B. Independent Judgment: The Final EIR reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City Council and is deemed adequate for purposes of making decisions on the merits of the Project; and
C. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program: The Final EIR recommends adoption of mitigation measures to reduce significant impacts of the Project. Therefore, the City Council of City of Norwalk adopts the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21081.6 and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15097. The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program is designed to ensure compliance during project implementation and/or mitigation measures have been incorporated into the Project and are fully enforceable through permit conditions, agreements, or other measures as required by Public Resources Code Section 21081.6; and
D. Statement of Overriding Considerations: The Final EIR identifies that the Project has potentially significant effects that remain despite the implementation of all feasible mitigation measures. Therefore, in order to adopt the Project, the City Council must first adopt a Statement of Overriding Considerations that indicate the benefits of the Project outweigh the unavoidable significant environmental effects, which are described in the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations attached hereto as Exhibit “B”, Final EIR, and elsewhere in the administrative records.

Section 4. Location of Documents. The documents and materials that constitute the record of proceedings on which this Resolution have been based are located at Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California 90650. The custodian for these records is the Director of Community Development. This information is provided in compliance with Public Resources Code Section 21081.6.

Section 5. The City Council directs staff to file a Notice of Determination with the Los Angeles County Clerk within five business days of the final approval.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution and it shall go into effect immediately upon its adoption.

Section 7. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Norwalk and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed assistant, is directed to attest thereto [Signatures on the following page]
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of December 2025.
________________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_______________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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3.0 Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program
Impact Sciences, Inc. 3.0-2 Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan Final PEIR 1335.007 October 2025
Table 3.0-1
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program Matrix
Mitigation Measure
Mitigation
Monitoring
Timing
Responsible Monitoring Entity
Impact – Air Quality MM AQ-1: Dust-Control Compliance with SCAQMD Rule 403. a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose Ground Disturbance Activities construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
b. Standard: Consistent with SCAQMD Rule 403, best available dust control measures shall be implemented during Ground Disturbance Activities and active construction operations capable of generating dust.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

MM AQ-2: Equipment Maintenance.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department. b. Standard: Maintain construction equipment in good, properly tuned operating condition, as specified by the manufacturer, to minimize exhaust emissions. Documentation demonstrating that the equipment has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications shall be maintained per the proof of compliance requirements for a minimum of five years after the Certificateof Occupancy is issued.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

MM AQ-3: Vehicle Idling Limit and Notification Signs.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department. b. Standard: Vehicle idling during construction activities shall be limited to five minutes as set forth in the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Section 2449. Signs shall be posted in areas where they will be seen by vehicle operators stating idling time limits.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

MM AQ-4: Non-Diesel Fueled Electrical Power.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department. b. Standard: Electricity from power poles rather than temporary gasoline or diesel-powered generators shall be used to the extent available and feasible.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

EXHIBIT A
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3.0 Mitigation Monitoring & Reporting Program
Impact Sciences, Inc. 3.0-3 Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan Final PEIR 1335.007 October 2025
Mitigation Measure
Mitigation
Monitoring
Timing
Responsible Monitoring Entity
MM AQ-5: Emissions Standard for Off-Road Construction Equipment Greater than 50 Horsepower. a. Applicability: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day. b. Standard: All off-road diesel-powered construction equipment equal to or greater than 50 horsepower shall meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (U.S. EPA) Tier 4 emission standards during construction. Operators shall maintain records of all off-road equipment associated with Project construction to document that each piece of equipment used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirement for a minimum of five years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued. In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

MM AQ-6: Use of Low Polluting Fuels.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day. b. Standard: Construction equipment less than 50 horsepower shall use low polluting fuels (i.e., compressed natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, and unleaded gasoline).

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
City of Norwalk Department of Public Services, City of Norwalk Community Development Building and Safety Division.

MM AQ-7: Emission Standards for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve more than 90 round-trip haul truck trips on any given day for demolition debris and import/export of soil. b. Standard: Construction haul truck operators for demolition debris and import/export of soil shall use trucks that meet the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) 2010 engine emissions standards at 0.01 g/bhp-hr. of particulate matter (PM) and 0.20 g/bhp-hr. of nitrogen oxides (NOX) emissions. Operators shall maintain records of all trucks associated with Project construction to document that each truck used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirements in Subsection I.D.6.

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
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MM AQ-8: Routes for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from City of Norwalk Community Development Department. b. Standard: Construction contractors shall reroute construction trucks away from congested streets or Sensitive Uses, as feasible. The burden of proving that compliance is infeasible shall be upon the Applicant or Owner. Where avoiding Sensitive Uses and congested streets altogether is infeasible, routing away from Sensitive Uses shall be prioritized over routing away from congested streets.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
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MM AQ-9: During a case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce mobile emissions to the maximum extent feasible:
• Provide preferential carpool/vanpool parking spaces for office uses. • Provide for shuttle/mini bus services for hotel uses. • Provide onsite child-care centers. • Provide transit design features within development.
• Employ a transportation/rideshare coordinator at commercial uses. • Implement a rideshare program.
• Provide incentives for employees to rideshare or take public transportation. • Provide bicycle paths that link to an external network. • Provide pedestrian facilities. • Integrate affordable and below market rate housing. • Provide electric vehicle charging. • Reduce parking supply. • Implement subsidized or discounted transit program. • Implement bike-sharing program.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
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Impact – Cultural ResourcesMM CUL-1: Historical Built Environmental Studies.

For projects where demolition of structures greater than 50 years is proposed, prior to the issuance of any demolition permits, the applicant shall prepare an inventory of buildings proposed for demolition located on the project site. The project applicant, under the direction of the City, shall retain a historian or architectural historian who meets or exceeds the Secretary of Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards to document and evaluate the historical significance of the affected buildings or structures in accordance with CEQA. If such documentation and evaluation indicate that the building or structure qualifies as a significant historical resource, the resource shall be avoided, and significant features shall be preserved in place if feasible. If avoidance or preservation is not feasible, a Historical Resources Treatment Plan, or similar proposed plan, shall be prepared and implemented. Further documentation may be required and may include but is not limited to archival quality photographs, measured drawings, oral histories, interpretive signage, and/or other measures including, potentially, alteration of the resource in accordance with Secretary of the Interior’s Standards or relocation of the resource.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
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As defined in the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 4(3) Section 15126.4 (b)(2), in some circumstances, documentation of a historical resource, by way of historic narrative, photographs or architectural drawings, as mitigation for the effects of demolition of the resource will not mitigate the effects to point where clearly no significant effect on the environment would occur. In these cases, the Historical Resources Treatment Plan, or comparable plan, shall also evaluate the feasibility of retaining significant buildings or structures in their original locations and rehabilitating them according to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings. MM CUL-2: Archaeological Resource Studies.

Prior to any approval by the City for projects that involve any demolition, grading, trenching, or other ground disturbance, a Phase I Cultural Resources Study conducted by a qualified archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior standards in archaeology shall be required. A Phase I study shall include a pedestrian survey of the project site to identify potential surficial archaeological resources and sufficient background archival research and field sampling to determine whether subsurface prehistoric or historic remains may be present. If the project site is completely paved and/or developed, a pedestrian survey may not be required. Archival research should include, at minimum, a records search conducted at the South Central Coast Information Center (SCCIC) and a Sacred Lands File (SLF) search conducted with the NAHC of the project site. If the Phase I does not indicate any archeological resources, no further study is required. If the Phase I Report indicates potential for important archeological resources that may be eligible for CRHR, a Phase 2 report may be required if the identified resources cannot be avoided and preserved in place. Where preservation is not feasible, a Phase 2 evaluation for significance and eligibility for listing in the CRHR may be required. The Phase 2 evaluation shall include any necessary archival research to identify significant historical associations as well as mapping of surface artifacts, collection of functionally or temporally diagnostic tools and debris, and excavation of a sample of the cultural deposit to characterize the nature of the sites, define the artifact and feature contents, determine horizontal boundaries and depth below surface, and retrieve representative samples of artifacts and other remains. Cultural materials collected from the sites shall be processed and analyzed in the laboratory according to standard archaeological procedures. The age of archaeological resources shall be determined using radiocarbon dating or other appropriate procedures; lithic artifacts, faunal remains, and other cultural materials shall be identified and analyzed according to current professional standards. The significance of the sites shall be evaluated according to the criteria of the CRHR. The results of the investigations shall be presented in a technical report following the standards of the California Office of Historic Preservation publication “Archaeological Resource Management Reports: Recommended Content and Format (1990 or latest edition)”. Upon completion of the work, all artifacts, other cultural remains, records, photographs, and other documentation shall be curated at an appropriate curation facility. All fieldwork, analysis, report production, and curation shall be fully funded by the applicant. If any of the resources meet CRHR significance standards, the City shall ensure that all feasible recommendations for mitigation of impacts are incorporated into the final design and any permits issued for development. Any necessary archaeological data recovery excavation shall be carried out by a Registered Professional Archaeologist Ongoing as projects are proposed
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according to a research design reviewed and approved by the City prepared in advance of fieldwork and using appropriate archaeological field and laboratory methods consistent with the California Office of Historic Preservation Planning Bulletin 5 (1991), Guidelines for Archaeological Research Design, or the latest edition thereof. As applicable, the final Phase 1 Inventory, Phase 2 Testing and Evaluation, Phase 3 Data Recovery reports shall be submitted to the City prior to final inspection of a construction permit.

Recommendations contained therein shall be implemented throughout all ground disturbance activities including, at minimum, requirements to follow for unanticipated archaeological discoveries during construction.

MM CUL-3: Unanticipated Discovery of Human Remains. Consistent with the regulatory provisions to address the handling of human remains in California Health and Safety Code § 7050.5, PRC § 5097.98, and CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5(e), in the event that human remains are discovered, it requires that disturbance of the site shall be suspended, encountered during site disturbance, grading, or other construction activities on the project site, the construction contractor shall halt work within 25 feet of the discovery. The Project Applicant shall immediately notify the City of Norwalk and the Los Angeles County Coroner. The coroner shall conduct an investigation into the circumstances, manner, and cause of any death, and the recommendations concerning the treatment and disposition of the human remains have been made to the person responsible for the excavation or to his or her authorized representative, in the manner provided in § 5097.98 of the PRC. The coroner is required to make a determination within two working days of notification of the discovery of the human remains. If the coroner determines that the remains are not subject to his or her authority and if the coroner recognizes or has reason to believe the human remains to be those of a Native American, he or she shall consult with the NAHC by telephone within 24 hours, to designate a Most Likely Descendant (MLD) who shall recommend appropriate measures to the landowner regarding the treatment of the remains. If the owner does not accept the MLD’s recommendations, the owner or the MLD may request mediation by the NAHC.

Ongoing as projects are proposed
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MM CUL-4: Unanticipated Discovery of Tribal Cultural Resources. In the event that a cultural resource of Native American origin is identified in the Plan Area during the implementation of Mitigation Measure MM CUL-2 or during any project-related ground disturbance, the City of Norwalk, as Lead Agency, shall consult with local Native American tribes who have requested notification of projects under AB 52. If the City, in consultation with the local Native American tribe(s), determines that the resource is a tribal cultural resource and thus significant under CEQA, a mitigation plan shall be prepared and implemented in accordance with state guidelines and in consultation with representatives of the Native American tribe(s). The mitigation plan may include but would not be limited to avoidance, capping in place, excavation and removal of the resource, interpretive displays, sensitive area signage, or other mutually agreed upon measures.

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Impact – Hazards and Hazardous Materials MM HAZ-1: For discretionary projects within the Plan Area, prior to construction activities onsite, a Phase I investigation shall be conducted to assess if there are any reasons to suspect that hazardous materials could be present. If current or past use of contaminants of potential concern are discovered through the Phase I investigation, or if the property has ever contained a gas station, dry cleaners or hazardous chemical storage tanks, a Phase II would be required. The Phase II investigation shall be conducted in accordance with guidelines developed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for site assessments. The Phase II investigation shall estimate the potential threat to public health and the environment if concentrations of pesticides are encountered using methods outlined in DTSC’s Preliminary Endangerment Assessment Guidance Manual and DTSC’s Screening Level Human Health Risk Assessment guidance for implementing screening level risk analysis. The Phase II investigation shall be submitted to the City of Norwalk for review and approval by an independent third-party reviewer. If the Phase II testing reveals concentrations of contaminants above healthbased screening levels for residential exposure, remediation of the site shall be required to address residual contamination above health-based level of concern. Remediation may include excavation and disposal of impacted soil or capping elevated areas beneath paved areas. The Construction Contractor shall implement the recommendations outlined in the Phase II.

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Impact – Noise MM NOI-1: During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
x Mufflers. Construction equipment shall be properly maintained and all internal combustion engine driven machinery with intake and exhaust mufflers and engine shrouds, as applicable, shall be in good condition and appropriate for the equipment. During construction, all equipment, fixed or mobile, shall be operated with closed engine doors and shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers, consistent with manufacturers’ standards. x Electrical Power. Electrical power, rather than diesel equipment, shall be used to run compressors and similar power tools and to power any temporary structures, such as construction trailers or caretaker facilities. x Equipment Staging. All stationary equipment shall be staged as far away from the adjacent sensitive receptors as feasible.
x Equipment Idling. Construction vehicles and equipment shall not be left idling for longer than five minutes when not in use.
x Workers’ Radios. All noise from workers’ radios shall be controlled to a point that they are not audible at sensitive receptors near construction activity.
x Smart Back-up Alarms. Mobile construction equipment shall have smart back-up alarms that automatically adjust the sound level of the alarm in response to ambient noise levels. Alternatively, back-up alarms shall be disabled and replaced with human spotters to ensure safety when mobile construction equipment is moving in the reverse direction.

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x Disturbance Coordinator. Project applicants shall designate a disturbance coordinator who shall be responsible for responding to any local complaints about construction noise. The noise disturbance coordinator shall determine the cause of the noise complaint (e.g., starting too early, bad muffler, etc.) and identify remedies to correct the problem. A telephone number for the disturbance coordinator shall be conspicuously posted at the construction site.

MM NOI-2: During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategy to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
x Temporary Sound Barriers. For construction activities located directly adjacent to sensitive receivers (e.g., residences, schools), temporary sound barriers shall be installed and maintained by the construction contractor between the construction site and adjacent receivers during the demolition, site preparation, grading phases, and building phases of construction. Temporary sound barriers shall consist of either sound blankets or other sound barriers/techniques such as acoustic padding or acoustic walls placed near adjacent residential buildings that have been field-tested to reduce noise.

Barriers shall be placed such that the line-of-sight between noise-generating construction equipment and adjacent sensitive land uses is blocked and shall be placed as close to the source equipment as feasible. As an alternative, applicants may prepare a Noise Study that demonstrates construction noise would not exceed noise standards at nearby sensitive resources. The Noise Study shall incorporate best management practices and other noise reduction measures to reduce noise levels.

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MM NOI-3: Prior to any grading or construction activity within 25 feet of an extremely fragile building (as defined in Caltrans’ Transportation and Construction Vibration Guidance Manual, April 2020) or any construction activity associated with the rehabilitation of an extremely fragile building, applicants shall prepare a Vibration Control Plan. The Vibration Control Plan shall be prepared by a qualified structural engineer and shall include methods to minimize vibration, including but not limited to:
x Use of drilled piles or the use of a sonic vibratory pile driver rather than impact pile driving. x Use of rubber-tired equipment rather than metal-tracked equipment. x Avoiding the use of vibrating equipment when allowed by best engineering practices.

The Vibration Control Plan shall include a pre-construction survey letter establishing baseline conditions at potentially affected buildings. The survey letter shall provide a shoring design to protect the buildings from potential damage. The structural engineer may recommend alternative procedures that produce lower vibration levels, such as sonic pile driving or caisson drilling instead of impact pile driving. Development projects shall implement the structural engineer’s recommendations.

A Statement of Compliance signed by the Applicant and Owner is required to be submitted to Building and Safety at plan check and prior to the issuance of any permit. The Vibration Control Plan, prepared as outlined above, shall be documented by a qualified structural engineer, and shall be provided to the City upon request.

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Draft Findings of Fact and Statement of
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page
A. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................1 B. Project Summary ..........................................................................................................................................1 B.1 Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan....................................................................................................2 B.2 Project Objectives ...........................................................................................................................3 C. Environmental Review and Public Participation Process.......................................................................3 C.1 Incorporation of Final EIR by Reference .....................................................................................4 D. Findings Regarding the Environmental Review Process and the Content of the Final EIR. .............5 D.1 Finding Regarding Location and Custodian of the Record......................................................6 D.2 Absence of Significant New Information....................................................................................8 E. Environmental Impacts ...............................................................................................................................9 E.1 Differences of Opinion Regarding the Impacts of the Project................................................10 E.2 Findings Regarding Impacts Identified in the EIR to be Less Than Significant or No Impact and Requiring No Mitigation .................................................................................11 E.3 Findings Regarding Impacts Analyzed in the EIR and Determined to be Significant but Mitigated to Less than Significant...................................................................30 E.4 Findings Regarding Impacts Analyzed in the EIR and Determined to be Significant and Unavoidable ......................................................................................................41 E.5 Other CEQA Required Analysis in the EIR..............................................................................50 F. Alternatives to The Project........................................................................................................................58 F.1 Project Objectives and Legal Requirements .............................................................................59 F.2 Findings Regarding Alternatives Considered in the EIR .......................................................60 G Statement of Overriding Considerations ................................................................................................63 G.1 Benefits of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan........................................................................63 H. Adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring Program for the CEQA Mitigation Measures .......................64 Resolution No. 25-58 Page 14 of 78
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A. INTRODUCTION
The Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (Draft PEIR) (State Clearinghouse No. 2024040140) has been prepared by the City of Norwalk (City) to evaluate the environmental effects of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan. The Project is described in Section B, below.

The City is the lead agency as defined in Section 15051(b) of the guidelines for implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

B. PROJECT SUMMARY
The City is proposing to adopt and implement the Proposed Plan. The purpose of the Proposed Plan is to revitalize the underutilized corridors within the center of the City and spur development of new commercial and residential uses, while balancing placemaking and open spaces. Some of the key themes of the Proposed Plan revolve around: making places, connecting with corridors, and supporting the social element. These environments would incorporate a variety of urban residential uses, places to walk and spend time, nightlife, and spaces that can encourage and celebrate local culture, such as performing arts spaces. In general, the Proposed Plan:
• Identifies three new framework districts that preserve the City of Norwalk’s visual and cultural character, including a Front Street Historic District, Town Square District, and Triangle District. • Reconfigures Front Street as one-way to prioritize pedestrian safety and divert traffic to Firestone Boulevard.
• Reconfigures San Antonio Drive (San Antonio Corridor) to create a linear park with neighborhoodserving amenities to provide an ideal walking, biking, and driving connection between Norwalk Town Square, Front Street, and the Civic Center.
• Redevelops Firestone Boulevard (Firestone Corridor) into a green urban boulevard that supports new residential and commercial development.
• Establishes the Norwalk Railway Corridor pedestrian/bicycle trail, which provides a greenway parallel to the existing railroad to provide a landscaped trail with planted walkways, artwork, and cultural exhibitions to provide an inviting and safe environment for pedestrians and cyclists. • Implements a new pedestrian and bicycle path running adjacent to the Southern Pacific Railroad rightof-way and provides a connection to the regional recreational Rail Trail.

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B.1 Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan
The Project includes the adoption and implementation of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (Proposed Plan). The Proposed Plan establishes new zoning regulations and development standards within the Plan area. The Proposed Plan regulations will supersede base regulations within the City’s zoning code. Where the specific plan is silent on an issue, municipal code regulations will apply.

The Plan is organized around three community values: Pride in People, Health and Wellness, and Supportive Community.

The Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan establishes land use regulations that encourage development to provide public benefits through the allocation of additional density and other development standard concessions. The Development Opportunity Reserve (DOR) program is a specialized land use tool that can be utilized in concert with the Specific Plan to assign density or other incentives where the objective is to reward a developer/investor for providing community benefits. Projects that meet City and community objectives may receive DOR incentives in exchange for implementing identified priority public improvements, such as infrastructure, parks, or public facilities.

The system of proposed districts in the Proposed Plan divides the 615-acre Heart of Norwalk area into walkable areas, no further than a ten-minute walk across, defined by unifying elements of use, public realm design, and architectural character. Each of them constitutes a “place;” for this reason, the districts themselves may take on a larger significance for the public than the overall Heart of Norwalk area.

The Proposed Plan identifies the following three districts and three corridors: Front Street Historic District, Town Square District, Triangle District, Firestone Boulevard Corridor, Railway Trail Corridor, and San Antonio Drive Corridor. The new zoning and land use within each district is the result of a combination of four pieces: permitted uses, density, height, and frontage/setback requirements. These four components are provided in the Proposed Plan for each parcel and dictate allowable uses in the same way traditional zoning works.

For the purpose of analysis in this EIR, the total development potential resulting from implementation of the zone changes is analyzed. While the Proposed Plan has a plan year of 2055, for the purpose of the analysis contained within this EIR, buildout of the Proposed Plan is anticipated to occur over the next 16 years, through 2040. The net development by 2055 is anticipated to be:
• 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; • 275,747-square-foot reduction in commercial uses;
• 18,310-square-foot reduction in industrial uses; and
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• 53,011 square feet of reduction in institutional uses.

It should be noted that although overall there will be a decrease in non-residential square footage, the Plan does assume 173,250 square feet of new commercial development will be constructed over the course of the planning horizon. This could be in the form of mixed-use development in one of the residential districts or new commercial development in the Front Street Historic District or other commercial corridors.

However, overall, there would be a net reduction in non-residential square footage as the existing commercial, industrial, and institutional uses are replaced with new uses.

B.2 Project Objectives
In accordance with State CEQA Guidelines Section 15124(b), the specific project objectives identified below support the underlying purpose of the Proposed Plan, assist the City as Lead Agency in developing a reasonable range of alternatives to evaluate in this EIR, and will ultimately aid the decision maker in preparing findings and overriding considerations, if necessary.

The Proposed Plan includes the following objectives:

Objective 1: Create unique places that preserve and represent Norwalk’s history, express Norwalk’s culture, and foment the growth of higher-quality and local businesses that serve the community.

Objective 2: Improve community health and wellness by designing streets, paths, and public spaces to prioritize walking, biking, and other active modes of transportation.

Objective 3: Support the strengthening of communal bonds by creating open spaces for gathering and improving access to community facilities and affordable housing.

Objective 4: Increase the availability of a variety of housing types to meet the existing and future needs of Norwalk residents.

Objective 5: Transform the built environment of the Heart of Norwalk into a sustainable, livable, and people-centered area.

C. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS On April 3, 2024, the City published the Notice of Preparation (NOP) to the State Clearinghouse in the Office of Planning and Research (SCH No. 2024040140); the NOP was published and distributed to the State Resolution No. 25-58 Page 17 of 78
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Clearinghouse, trustee agencies, responsible agencies, and other interested parties for a 30-day public review period from April 3, 2024, to May 2, 2024. A scoping meeting was held on April 23, 2024.

The City prepared and circulated the Draft PEIR for a period of 45 days, beginning June 23, 2025, and ending on August 7, 2025. The Draft PEIR was available for review at Norwalk City Hall as well as the Norwalk Library; an electronic copy of the Draft PEIR was posted to the Project’s website as well as the City’s website. A Notice of Availability of the Draft PEIR was transmitted to responsible and trustee agencies, regulatory agencies, and others to request comments on the Draft PEIR, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15086. Comments on the Draft PEIR were received during the comment period, and those comments are responded to in the Final PEIR.

The Final PEIR is comprised of the Draft PEIR and the comments on the Draft PEIR submitted by interested public agencies, organizations, and members of the public; written responses to the environmental issues raised in those comments; revisions to the text of the Draft PEIR reflecting changes made in response to comments and other information; and other minor changes to the text of the Draft PEIR. The Final PEIR is hereby incorporated in this document by reference.

The Final EIR was distributed on October 31, 2025, and concluded on November 14, 2025. The Planning Commission met on November 12, 2025, and recommended approval of the Project, advising the City Council to approve the Project at the December 2, 2025, public hearing.

C.1 Incorporation of Final EIR by Reference
The DEIR evaluated the Project, as well as alternatives to the Project. For purposes of these findings, the Project is defined to mean the project studied in the Draft PEIR.

The Final PEIR consists of: (1) the Draft PEIR, (2) all appendices to the Draft PEIR (Appendices 1.0 through 3.11); (3) Chapter 1, “Introduction”; (4) Chapter 2, “Comment Letters and Responses”; and (5) Chapter 3, “Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.” The Final PEIR Chapter 2 specifically includes the City’s written responses to comments; a list of persons, organizations, and public agencies commenting on the Draft PEIR; the City’s written responses to specific comments on significant environmental points raised in the review and consultation process; and copies of comments, as required by State CEQA Guidelines Section 15132. The Final PEIR, consisting of the aforementioned components, is hereby incorporated by reference into these findings.

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D. FINDINGS REGARDING THE ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PROCESS
AND THE CONTENT OF THE FINAL EIR.

The City Council certifies that it has been presented with the Final PEIR and that it has independently reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final PEIR prior to making the following certifications and these findings.

Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15090 (Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15090) the Council certifies that the Final PEIR has been completed in compliance with CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines. The Council certifies the Final PEIR for the actions described in these findings and in the Final PEIR, for the Project as described above. The Council further certifies that the Final PEIR reflects its independent judgment and analysis.

Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21081 and State CEQA Guidelines Section 15091, no public agency shall approve or carry out a project for which an EIR has been certified which identifies one or more significant effects on the environment that would occur if the project is approved or carried out unless the public agency makes one or more of the following findings with respect to each significant impact:

1. Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the project that avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental impacts as identified in the Final EIR.

2. Such changes or alterations are within the responsibility and jurisdiction of another public agency and have been, or can and should be, adopted by that other agency.

3. Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including considerations for the provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible the mitigation measures or alternatives identified in the environmental impact report.

The City has made one or more of these specific written findings regarding each significant impact associated with the Project. Those findings are presented below, along with a presentation of facts in support of the findings. The City certifies these findings are based on a full appraisal of all viewpoints, including all comments received up to the date of adoption of these findings, concerning the environmental issues identified and discussed.

The Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan EIR has been prepared as a Program EIR pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15168. The degree of specificity in the Program EIR corresponds to the specificity of the Project. The Program EIR included an appropriate analysis of impacts in twelve (12) environmental topics, analyzing the Project and alternatives, including a No Project Alternative. The Draft PEIR disclosed the Resolution No. 25-58 Page 19 of 78
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environmental impacts expected to result from the implementation and development of the Project.

Feasible mitigation measures were identified to avoid or minimize significant environmental effects.

The mitigation measures adopted as part of the Project are feasible, as appropriate for a Program EIR, and the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan PEIR mitigates the environmental impacts to the maximum extent feasible, as discussed in the findings below. The Findings in Section E, below, indicate where mitigation measures are not capable of reducing impacts to levels of less than significant.

It is the finding of the City Council that the proposed Final PEIR fulfills environmental review requirements for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan and that the document constitutes a complete, accurate, adequate, and good faith effort at full disclosure under CEQA, and reflects the independent judgment of the City Council.

In response to comments received, the Final PEIR includes corrections and additions that correct minor errors and amplify and/or clarify information in the Draft PEIR. All such changes made to the Draft PEIR are shown in the Final PEIR (Chapter 2.0, Comment Letters and Responses).

It is the finding of the City Council that such clarifying changes and the corrections and additions as described in the Final PEIR have not presented any new, significant information requiring recirculation or additional environmental review under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5.

A Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP) for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan has been adopted pursuant to the requirements of Public Resources Code Section 21081.6 to ensure implementation of the adopted mitigation measures to reduce significant effects on the environment and is included in the Final PEIR document dated October 2025. The City is the custodian of the documents and other materials that constitute the record of the proceedings upon which certification of the PEIR for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan is based, as described below in Section D.1, Finding Regarding Location and Custodian of the Record.

D.1 Finding Regarding Location and Custodian of the Record The documents and other materials that constitute the record of proceedings on which the City’s Findings of Fact are based are located at 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, CA 90650.

The custodian of these documents is Glen W. C. Kau, Public Services Director/City Engineer for the City.

This information is provided in compliance with Public Resources Code Section 21081.6(a)(2) and 14 Cal.

Code Regs. Section 15091(e).

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For purposes of CEQA, the Record of Proceedings for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan PEIR consists of the following documents, at a minimum:
• The Notice of Preparation and all other public notices issued by the City in conjunction with the Heart of Norwalk PEIR.
• The Draft and Final PEIRs, including appendices and technical studies included or referenced in the Draft and Final PEIRs.
• All comments submitted by agencies or members of the public during the 45-day public comment period on the Draft PEIR.
• The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Project. • All Findings and resolutions adopted by the City Council in connection with the Project, and all documents cited or referred to therein.
• All reports, studies, memoranda, maps, staff reports, or other planning documents relating to the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan PEIR prepared by Impact Sciences, Inc., consultant to the City. • All documents and information submitted to the City by responsible, trustee, or other public agencies, or by individuals or organizations, in connection with the reuse of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan PEIR, up through the date the City Council approved the Project. • Minutes and/or summary transcripts of all public meetings and public hearings held by the City, in connection with the Heart of Norwalk PEIR.
• Any documentary or other evidence submitted to the City at such public meetings and public hearings. • Matters of common knowledge to the City, including, but not limited to, federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Any documents expressly cited in these Findings, in addition to those cited above. • Any other materials required to be in the Record of Proceedings by Public Resources Code Section 21167.6(e).

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D.2 Absence of Significant New Information
State CEQA Guidelines Section 15088.5 requires a lead agency to recirculate an EIR for further review and comment when significant new information is added to the EIR after public notice is given of the availability of the Draft EIR but before certification of the Final EIR. New information added to an EIR is not “significant” unless the EIR is changed in a way that deprives the public of a meaningful opportunity to comment upon a substantial adverse environmental effect of the project or a feasible way to mitigate or avoid such an effect that the project proponent declines to implement. The Guidelines provide examples of significant new information under this standard, as follows:
(1) A new significant environmental impact would result from the project or from a new mitigation measure proposed to be implemented.
(2) A substantial increase in the severity of an environmental impact would result unless mitigation measures are adopted that reduce the impact to a level of insignificance. (3) A feasible project alternative or mitigation measure considerably different from others previously analyzed would clearly lessen the significant environmental impacts of the project, but the project’s proponents decline to adopt it.
(4) The Draft EIR was so fundamentally and basically inadequate and conclusory in nature that meaningful public review and comment were precluded.

Recirculation is not required where the new information added to the EIR merely clarifies, amplifies, or makes insignificant modifications in an adequate EIR.

The Council recognizes that the Final PEIR incorporates information obtained by the City since the Draft EIR was completed, and contains additions, clarifications, modifications, and other changes. With respect to this information, the Council finds as follows:

Various minor changes and edits have been made to the text of the Draft PEIR. These changes are generally of an administrative nature, such as correcting typographical errors, making minor adjustments to the data, and adding or changing certain phrases to improve readability and enhance clarity. The City Council finds that these changes are of a minor, non-substantive nature and do not require recirculation of the Draft PEIR.

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additional information clarifies or amplifies an adequate PEIR. Specifically, the City Council finds that the additional information, including the changes described above, does not show that:
(1) A new significant environmental impact would result from the project or from a new mitigation measure proposed to be implemented.
(2) A substantial increase in the severity of an environmental impact would result unless mitigation measures are adopted that reduce the impact to a level of insignificance. (3) A feasible project alternative or mitigation measure considerably different from others previously analyzed would clearly lessen the significant environmental impacts of the project, but the project’s proponents decline to adopt it.
(4) The Draft PEIR was so fundamentally and basically inadequate and conclusory in nature that meaningful public review and comment were precluded.

E. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
The City staff report, the PEIR, written comments, any written and oral testimony at public hearings, and these Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations and other information in the administrative record serve as the basis for the City’s environmental determination. The Final PEIR includes revisions to the Draft PEIR, public comments, and City responses. The detailed analyses of potential environmental impacts and proposed mitigation measures for the Project are presented in the Draft PEIR. Written comments and City responses, as well as some minor revisions to the impact and mitigation discussions, are provided in the Final PEIR.

Presented below are the environmental findings made by this City Council after its review of the documents referenced above. Factual discussion in this document summarizes the information contained in the PEIR and the administrative record upon which this Council bases its decision to certify the PEIR and approve the Project.

Impacts found to be significant and unavoidable are the Project and cumulative impacts to Air Quality from exceedance of criteria air pollutant emission standards including potential future construction, operation-related reactive organic compounds, nitrogen monoxide (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), sensitive receptors from localized construction related emissions; and noise impacts for temporary construction-related noise and construction-related vibration impacts.

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properties and archaeological, tribal, and paleontological resources, hazardous contamination or materials resulting from contaminated soils, and building damage from construction vibration. To the extent these impacts remain significant and unavoidable, such impacts are acceptable when weighed against the overriding social, economic, legal, technical, and other considerations set forth in the Statement of Overriding Considerations. The significant and unavoidable impacts identified in the Draft PEIR are discussed below, along with the appropriate findings per State CEQA Guidelines Section 15091. The City Council concurs with the conclusions in the Draft PEIR that the issues and sub-issues discussed below can be mitigated below a significant impact threshold. For those issues that cannot be mitigated below a level that is less than significant, overriding considerations exist that make those impacts acceptable.

E.1 Differences of Opinion Regarding the Impacts of the Project In making its determination to certify the Final PEIR and to approve the Project, the City Council recognizes that the Project involves a number of controversial environmental issues and that a range of technical and scientific opinions exists with respect to those issues. The City Council has acquired an understanding of the range of this technical and scientific opinion by its review of the Draft PEIR, the comments received on the Draft PEIR, and the responses to those comments in the Final PEIR, as well as testimony, letters, and reports regarding the Final PEIR and its own experience and expertise in assessing environmental impacts.

The City Council has reviewed and considered, as a whole, the evidence and analysis presented in the Draft PEIR, the evidence and analysis presented in the comments of the Draft PEIR, the evidence and analysis presented in the Final PEIR, the information submitted on the Final PEIR, and the reports prepared by the experts who prepared the PEIR, consultants, and by staff, addressing those comments. The City Council has gained a comprehensive and well-rounded understanding of the environmental issues presented by the Project. In turn, this understanding has enabled the City Council to make its decisions after weighing and considering the various viewpoints on these important issues. The City Council accordingly certifies that its findings are based on a full appraisal of all of the evidence contained in the Final PEIR, as well as the evidence and other information in the record addressing the Final PEIR.

In making these findings, the City Council has considered the opinions of other agencies and members of the public, including opinions that disagree with some of the analysis and significance thresholds used in the PEIR. City Council finds that the determination of significance thresholds is a judgment within the discretion of the City Council; the significance thresholds used in the PEIR are supported by substantial evidence in the record, including the expert opinion of the PEIR preparers and staff; and the significance thresholds used in the PEIR provide reasonable and appropriate means of assessing the significance of the adverse environmental effects of the Project.

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E.2 Findings Regarding Impacts Identified in the EIR to be Less Than Significant or No Impact and Requiring No Mitigation
The following issues were identified during the scoping process as having the potential to cause significant impact and were therefore included in the PEIR. With further review, these issues were found in the PEIR as either having no potential to cause significant impact or were determined to have less than significant impacts and therefore require no project-specific mitigation.

Aesthetics
Threshold AES-1 There are no scenic vistas within the Plan Area, and no impact would occur. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.1-15 to 3.1.16) Threshold AES-2 The Plan Area is not within or visible from any existing or eligible scenic highways, no impact would occur. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.1- 16)
Threshold AES-3 Reasonably anticipated development from the Proposed Plan, as directed by the proposed land uses and development standards, would increase the height and scale of buildings and other structures in the Plan Area. Such changes would represent a change in the visual character. However, future development would likely benefit and improve the visual character and quality in some of these areas, as new development would be designed with contextual form and development standards to be compatible with existing visual character. While the proposed residential uses within the Plan Area would result in increases in density in some locations, some of these residential uses would be permitted by the City and State through density bonuses. Additionally, these areas are where City is encouraging growth and where such development is desirable, such as where the potential future transit stop may be located. While these changes would change the visual character of these areas, such changes are consistent with the overall urban character of the City; therefore, impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.1-16 to 3.1-20) Threshold AES-4 The Proposed Plan contains provisions to reduce the impact of new sources of light. New lighting (site, parking lot, and building security lighting) would prevent direct glare on onto neighboring properties or skyward. Lighting fixtures will be shielded to confine light spread. Pedestrian lighting along sidewalks would be spaced by 120 feet to reduce the lighting intensity. Additionally, all Resolution No. 25-58 Page 25 of 78
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pedestrian lighting would be LED and follow the Southern California Edison (SCE) standards for maintenance. In mixed-use and commercial projects, all lighting should be adequately shielded from adversely impacting residential sections, and lighting on walkways and driveways should be one foot candle minimum. Furthermore, new development projects associated with implementation of the Proposed Plan would be required to comply with sign design standards as detailed in Chapter 17.03 of the Municipal Code, all Municipal Code requirements for outdoor lighting. Thus, implementation of the Proposed Plans would result in a less than significant impact with respect to light and glare. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.1-20 to 3.1-21) Air Quality
Threshold AQ-1 Area air quality planning, including the AQMP, assumes that there will be emissions from new growth, but that such emissions may not impede the attainment and may actually contribute to the attainment of applicable air quality standards within the SCAB. Construction-related emissions from potential future projects under the Proposed Plan would be temporary in nature, lasting only for the duration of the construction period, and would not have a long-term impact on the region’s ability to meet state and federal air quality standards. Furthermore, potential future projects resulting from implementation of the Proposed Plan will be required to comply with applicable SCAQMD rules and regulations for new or modified sources. Future development project construction activities will be consistent with the goals and objectives of the AQMP to improve air quality in the SCAB. The Project’s growth projections would not be considered substantial, and the objectives of the Project would help the State, SCAG region, and City achieve its goals of increasing housing, and in particular, locating growth within transitoriented districts and near employment centers. The Project would not have the potential to conflict with regional growth projections identified in SCAG’s RTP/SCS used in the formulation of the AQMP. As the Project is consistent with Criterion Nos. 1 and 2, it would not conflict with or obstruct implementation of any applicable air quality plan, and this impact is less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.2-21 to 3.2-23) Threshold AQ-4 Construction activities associated with the Project may generate detectable odors from heavy-duty equipment exhaust and architectural coatings. However, construction-related odors would be short-term in nature and cease upon buildout Resolution No. 25-58 Page 26 of 78
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of the Project. In addition, individual development projects under the Project would be required to comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, sections 2449(d)(3) and 2485, which minimizes the idling time of construction equipment either by shutting it off when not in use or by reducing the time of idling to no more than five minutes. This would reduce the detectable odors from heavy-duty equipment exhaust. The Project would also be required to comply with the SCAQMD Rule 1113 – Architectural Coating, which would minimize odor impacts from ROG emissions during architectural coating. Any odor impacts to existing adjacent land uses would be short-term and not substantial. As such, the Project would not result in other emissions (such as those leading to odors) adversely affecting a substantial number of people, and this impact would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.2-27 to 3.2-28) Cultural Resources, Tribal Cultural Resources, and Paleontological Resources Threshold CUL-3 In the unlikely event that human remains are uncovered during grounddisturbing activities, there are regulatory provisions to address the handling of human remains in California Health and Safety Code § 7050.5, PRC § 5097.98, and State CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5(e). Pursuant to these codes, in the event that human remains are discovered, it requires that disturbance of the site shall be suspended, and the City of Vernon and the Los Angeles County Coroner would be immediately notified. Compliance with these protocols would reduce impacts to a less than significant level. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.3-15 to

3.3-16)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Threshold GHG-1 With the use of CalEEMod, GHG emissions associated with construction activities would occur from off-road equipment usage, hauling vehicles, delivery, and worker trips to and from sites within the Plan Area. GHG emissions would be generated by construction of each individual project; such emissions are temporary on each site—lasting only for the duration of construction activities on each site. Annual GHG emissions for scenario construction projects would range from approximately 6.67 to 44.5 metric tons per year of CO2e (MT CO2e) (see Appendix 3.2 to the Draft PEIR). Construction-related GHG emissions represent a fraction of total regional emissions when considering the emissions generated from mobile sources (on-road motor vehicles), area sources, energy sources, water, Resolution No. 25-58 Page 27 of 78
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and generation of solid waste and wastewater. Presently, the existing annual emissions for the Plan Area are 78,243 MT CO2e. GHG emissions of the Proposed Plan in 2040 would total 70,643 CO2e metric tons per year (MTY). This would be a reduction of approximately 7,600 CO2e MTY compared to existing conditions. The future without the Proposed Plan scenario would have operational emissions of 65,917CO2e MTY. Therefore, under the Proposed Plan, there would be an increase of approximately 4,726 CO2e MTY compared to future without Proposed Plan conditions. While accommodating an increase in overall square footage to the Plan Area, the Proposed Plan would improve per capita GHG emissions compared to the future no project scenario. The Project would not generate greenhouse gas emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment, and this impact is less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.4-19 to 3.4-22)
Threshold GHG-2 As stated previously, the Project would have a significant GHG emissions impact if it would conflict with the state’s laws and programs to address climate change (i.e., AB 32, SB 32, AB 1279 and SB 375); regional plans to address climate change consistent with state laws and plans (i.e., 2024 Connect SoCal RTP/SCS); and local plans and policies to address climate change (i.e., City of Norwalk Energy Action Plan). As discussed in Impact GHG-2 of the PEIR, the Project would be consistent with AB 32, SB 32, SB 375, the RTP/SCS, and the City’s Energy Action Plan. As such, the Project would not conflict with an applicable plan, policy, or regulation adopted for the purpose of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and this impact would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.4-22 to

3.5-28)
Hazards and Hazardous Materials
Threshold HAZ-3 Compliance with existing regulations would minimize the risks associated with the exposure of sensitive receptors, including schools, to hazardous materials to a less than significant level. Therefore, future development under the Project would result in a less than significant impact related to the emissions or handling of hazardous materials within the vicinity of schools. Impacts would be less than significant. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-27 to 3.5-28)
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airport’s noise contours. As such, the Plan would not expose people residing or working in the Plan area to excessive airport-related noise levels. As such, no impacts would occur. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-30 to 3.5-31) Threshold HAZ-6 Construction associated with implementation of the Proposed Plan would occur over a period of 20 years on specific sites in various locations within the Plan Area.

Although temporary lane and sidewalk closures immediately adjacent to sitespecific development projects may be necessary for short durations, adequate emergency vehicle access throughout the Plan Area would be maintained at all times as required. Future development associated with implementation of the Proposed Plan would not include the development of structures that could potentially impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. Primary evacuation routes within the Plan Area, as identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, include the Santa Ana Freeway, Imperial Highway, and San Antonio Drive. During construction, temporary road closures may be necessary; however, alternative evacuation routes along San Antonio Drive would be available. The City and the Los Angeles County Fire Department would review potential road closures associated with the Proposed Plan to ensure proper emergency access is established during construction of future development projects. Once operational, these primary evacuation routes could still be utilized in the event of an emergency; however, due to the reduction in capacity on San Antonio Drive, it may be appropriate to utilize Pioneer Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue for evacuation purposes. Overall, the Proposed Plan would not impair implementation of or physically interfere with an adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-31 to 3.5-32)
Threshold HAZ-7 The Plan Area is located within an entirely built-out urban community that is characterized (and surrounded) by a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas, and does not interface with any wildlands or an area classified as a Fire Hazard zone as identified by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).1 Therefore, impacts related to exposure of people to wildland fires would not occur. As such, the Proposed Plan would not expose 1 California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention (CAL FIRE), “Fire Hazard Severity Zone Viewer.” Available online at: https://egis.fire.ca.gov/FHSZ/, accessed December 5, 2023.

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people or structures to a significant risk of loss, injury, or death involving wildland fires. No impact would occur. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-32 to

3.5-33)
Hydrology
Threshold HYD-1 Implementation of the Proposed Plan may include infill development involving demolition of some existing structures, site preparation, construction of new buildings, and infrastructure improvements. Demolition of existing structures, removal of existing pavement and concrete replacement, grading, stockpiling of materials, excavation, and the import/export of soil and building materials, construction of new structures, and landscaping activities would expose and loosen sediment and building materials, which have the potential to mix with stormwater and urban runoff and degrade surface and receiving water quality.

Each future site-specific development project occurring under the Proposed Plan would require compliance with applicable regulations to obtain demolition, excavation, grading, or construction permits from the City. The permitting process would ensure each development project would be implemented in compliance with applicable NPDES requirements. In order to control the impact of erosion, sedimentation, and other pollutants on receiving waters, the SWRCB Construction General Permit (that would be implemented through the City’s permitting process), requires the implementation of BMPs to eliminate or reduce the discharge of pollutants in stormwater discharges, and prohibits the discharge of non-storm water from construction sites as these non-storm water discharges are likely to carry pollutants to receiving waters. Compliance with NPDES General Permit and specific BMPs that are required for each construction project, construction impacts related to water quality standards, or waste discharge requirements from implementation of the Proposed Plan would be less than significant. Development projects are required through implementation of a project-specific Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) to retain and treat the storm water quality volume generated by the project to reduce pollutant loading in runoff. Multi-family residential development would be required to comply with the City’s zoning code and designate 20 percent of the land area for permeable surfaces with natural planting. Furthermore, the City is a member of the Southeast Water Coalition, which encourages best practices to reduce contaminated groundwater. With implementation of these Regional Water Quality Control Resolution No. 25-58 Page 30 of 78
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Board, County, and City requirements, the development projects that would be implemented pursuant to the Proposed Plan would not result in adverse impacts to water quality through violation of water quality standards or waste discharge requirements, and impacts would be less than significant. (Final PEIR pp. 3.6-23 to

3.6-26)
Threshold HYD-2 Infill and redevelopment that would occur with implementation of the Project would result in population growth, thereby increasing demand on water supplies.

The Central Basin underlies the Project Area; however, the majority of the Project Area is developed and impervious, and thus does not have much groundwater recharge potential. Development under the Project would not substantially increase the amount of impervious surfaces in the Project Area. Development would not result in a net deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the groundwater table. While the allotted pumping rights within the Central Basin may exceed the natural groundwater replenishment rate, water could be purchased where necessary to fully replenish the quantity of groundwater that could not be restored through natural processes. Thus, the Proposed Plan would not reduce the groundwater recharge potential of the Plan Area. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.6-26 to 3.6-28)
Threshold HYD-3 Project implementation is not anticipated to substantially change the drainage patterns within the Project Area. Future projects would be developed on existing lots and would include buildings, landscaped areas, roads, and other hardscape improvements; no bare areas of soil would be left vulnerable to erosion. While erosion and siltation impacts could occur during construction of individual development projects, existing state regulations would reduce impacts to a less than significant level. Project development could increase the rate and/or amount of stormwater runoff in comparison to existing conditions, which in turn could result in flooding issues on or off site. Growth and urbanization in the Plan Area would place increased pressure on existing storm drain capacities. Storm water runoff is influenced by rainfall intensity, ground surface permeability, watershed size and shape, and physical barriers. The introduction of impermeable surfaces greatly reduces natural infiltration, allowing for a greater volume of runoff. In addition, paved surfaces and drainage conduits can accelerate the velocity of runoff, concentrating peak flows in downstream areas faster than under natural conditions. Significant increases in runoff and peak flow could overwhelm Resolution No. 25-58 Page 31 of 78
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drainage systems and alter flood elevations in downstream locations. Increased runoff velocity can promote scouring of existing drainage facilities, reducing system reliability and safety. Future development under the Proposed Plan would be required to undergo separate environmental review under CEQA to evaluate project-level impacts to the City’s stormwater drainage system and facilities.

Therefore, impacts to the existing stormwater drainage system would be less than significant. Under the Proposed Plan, the majority of the Plan Area would remain impervious (although, as discussed above, expected to decrease slightly due to sustainable infrastructure) due to the presence of parking areas, walkways, hardscape, and building roofs and roadways. Future development may include landscaped areas, introducing opportunities for infiltration of stormwater runoff and roof discharges, thereby minimizing potential impacts associated with stormwater runoff exiting the area, and potentially improving conditions associated with current conditions. For these reasons, potential impacts to drainage pattern alterations, including how drainage pattern alterations could affect surface water runoff, erosion/siltation, flooding, and stormwater conveyance facilities, would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.6-28 to 3.6-31)
Threshold HYD-4 The Plan Area is located approximately 22.90 miles east of the Pacific Ocean. Due to the distance and elevations, the potential for a tsunami affecting the Plan Area is unlikely. Therefore, development that could be facilitated by the Project would not be located in a flood hazard, tsunami, or seiche zones that could risk the release of pollutants due to project inundation. There would be no impact associated with the Project. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.6-32) Threshold HYD-5 Future development would be required to implement site-specific source control and treatment control BMPs in accordance with the County’s SUSMP standards.

These BMPs would adhere to the Basin Plan’s requirements for BMPs. As such, future development under the Plan would not conflict with or obstruct implementation of a water quality control plan, and no impacts would occur. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.6-33)
Land Use and Planning
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major roadways, utility transmission lines, or storm channels. Development under the Proposed Plan would involve an increase in infill development, over time, utilizing the established roadway network. The increase in development capacity that would occur through implementation of the Proposed Plan is intended to allow for intensified development and a mix of land uses. The proposed zoning changes would enhance connectivity of land uses through implementation of mixed uses, resulting in a more physically connected community.

Overall, implementation of the Proposed Plan would increase the density and intensity of development throughout the Plan Area. The existing medium-to-high density residential developments within the Plan Area are nominal and are scattered predominantly into areas that contain currently underutilized or vacant commercial and light industrial properties. The Proposed Plan would provide for additional residential and related commercial and retail development and improved connectivity within the existing community and would not result in the division of an established community. Conversely, the Proposed Plan would establish a more integrated network of community land uses and mobility. Thus, impacts related to the physical division of an established community would be beneficial. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.7-15 to 3.7-16) Threshold LAN-2 Table 3.7-1, Project Consistency with SCAG’s Connect SoCal Land Use Policies, demonstrates the Project’s consistency with relevant Connect SoCal’s goals and policies, whereas Table 3.7-2, Project Consistency with the City of Norwalk General Plan, discusses the Project’s consistency with relevant policies from the City of Norwalk General Plan’s Land Use Element and Housing Element.

Development under the Project would be consistent with the City of Norwalk’s General Plan and Connect SoCal’s goals and policies. Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.7-17 to 3.7-22) Noise
Threshold NOI-1 Operational Noise. Future noise levels associated with implementation of the Project would increase local traffic noise levels by a maximum of 1.5 dBA CNEL along Woods Avenue, north of Firestone Boulevard, compared to future without Plan conditions. Operational noise level increases would be significant if ambient noise levels increase by 3 dBA CNEL to or within the “normally incompatible” or “clearly incompatible” categories or any 5 dBA CNEL or more increase. No Resolution No. 25-58 Page 33 of 78
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roadway segments would experience noise level increases that exceed either the 3 dBA CNEL threshold or 5 dBA CNEL threshold. It should be noted that the Proposed Plan would increase landscaping within the major corridors, such as Firestone Boulevard, San Antonio Drive, and Front Street. New landscape greening and tree planting, and new median landscape would serve as a natural barrier between traffic and nearby sensitive uses and could potentially decrease traffic-related noise levels at receptors along these major corridors. Therefore, traffic noise levels would not exceed the applicable thresholds of significance, and this impact would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.8-20 to 3.8-29)
Threshold NOI-3 The Plan Area is not in the vicinity of a private airstrip or airport land use plan.

The nearest boundary of the Plan Area is approximately 5 miles northwest of the Fullerton Municipal Airport. As such, the Proposed Plan would not expose people residing or working in the Plan Area to excessive airport-related noise levels, and there would be no impact. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.8-32) Population and Housing
Threshold POP-1 While the Proposed Plan would create population growth, the Proposed Plan would be consistent with the applicable goals and polices of the General Plan, which encourage a variety of housing types to meet the existing and future needs of City residents, and the Housing Element, which has a goal to increase affordable housing opportunities and a goal to create safe and integrated neighborhoods. Key elements of the Plan, with its focus on healthy communities and linking districts to create a more cohesive, integrated community, would further these goals.

Implementation of the Project would help the State, the SCAG region, and the City achieve its goals relating to growth, housing, and employment as the Project would encourage sustainable development and transit-oriented planning. For these reasons, impacts on population, housing, and employment growth would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.9-14 to 3.9-19) Threshold POP-2 A primary objective of the Proposed Plan is to facilitate the addition of residential development in a predominantly underutilized commercial area. As part of the Plan, an existing trailer park would be rezoned to allow new non-mobile home uses on the site. The result of this rezoning could be the loss of up to three affordable housing units. However, the mobile home park is not identified as an Resolution No. 25-58 Page 34 of 78
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opportunity site, meaning there are no immediate plans for the redevelopment of the site. The loss of affordable housing would necessitate replacement housing.

However, the Proposed Plan would permit up to 3,087 units of new residential development. Additionally, the Proposed Plan includes provisions to increase affordable housing through incentives; as such, many of the units to be built would be affordable units, allowing for sufficient replacement housing within the Plan Area. Outside of the mobile home park the Plan includes land use and zone changes specifically within predominantly commercial and light industrial areas along major corridors and would preserve the existing low-density neighborhoods and their character, and no changes are proposed for the single-family residential areas or multi-family residential areas east of Firestone Boulevard from Sproul Street and Funston Avenue and west of Pioneer Boulevard between Angell Street and Brimley Street. This impact is less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.9-19)
Public Services and Recreation
Threshold PS-1 Development associated with the Project would increase the City’s population and, therefore, increase demand for fire protection services. The ability of emergency medical service (EMS) and fire protection services to respond to calls in a timely manner depends primarily on the distance of the station to the incident and the speed at which the emergency vehicles are able to navigate intervening roadways. While anticipated growth through the implementation of the Project would result in higher overall traffic volumes in the Project Area, this would not impede emergency response, since California State law requires that drivers yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles and remain stopped until the emergency vehicles have passed.

For CEQA purposes, the determination of impacts is not based on response times themselves, but response times can be one indication of a need for new facilities that should be considered by the City. If new facilities are needed, the primary concern is if the construction of those facilities would have a significant effect on the environment. Based on the urban location and the relatively small size of typical facilities, the construction of a new fire facility or expansion of an existing facility would likely qualify for an infill exemption or result in less than significant impacts with standard compliance measures and design features. To the extent that any significant impacts could result from the unique characteristics of a Resolution No. 25-58 Page 35 of 78
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specific site, those impacts would be speculative at this time. Therefore, impacts related to the need for new or expanded fire facilities would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-7 to 3.10-11) Threshold PS-2 The City does not acknowledge a need for additional police facilities, and there are no planned police facilities to be constructed in the Plan Area at this time. The City’s Safety Element recommends a consultation with the Sheriff’s Department during review of development projects or land use entitlement applications; however, there is no indication that the City is lacking police protection facilities.2 However, the potential for construction or expansion of police facilities over the Proposed Plan horizon may be possible. Such facilities would more likely be small neighborhood facilities and could be accommodated in existing buildings or small new structures. New facilities would be required to comply with applicable federal, State, and local regulations and policies discussed in this EIR, such as NPDES permit requirements, the City’s Noise Ordinance, and the California Building Code, including CALGreen requirements. Construction of such development would likely not result in new significant impacts and would likely qualify for infill exemptions. To the extent there are site-specific conditions that would result in impacts, such impacts would be speculative at this time. To the extent construction would result in any impacts, those would not be different from other infill development analyzed throughout the EIR. Therefore, impacts related to the need for new or expanded police protection facilities would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-19 to 3.11-21) Threshold PS-3 It is reasonable to assume that a portion of the 10,959 potential new residents would include school-aged children. The student generation factor identifies the number of students per housing unit and provides a link between residential construction projects and projections of enrollment. Student generation factors for the addition of 3,087 residential units would result in an additional 743 elementary school students at 0.2407 students per household, 384 middle school students at

0.1245 students per household, and 509 high school students at 0.1648 students per 2 City of Norwalk, City of Norwalk General Plan, Safety Element, 1996. Available online at:
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household, a total of 1,636 students.3 According to the NLMUSD’s Development School Fee Justification Study, the School District’s facilities capacity exceeds student enrollment at the elementary and high school levels, while school enrollment exceeds facilities capacity at the middle school level in the school year 2020/2021. Future development associated with the Proposed Plan would occur over a 16-year period; thus, the projected student growth would be gradual.

Further, as demonstrated in Table 3.10-1 of the PEIR, enrollments are declining overall at NLMUSD schools. As students may attend any NLMUSD school with available capacity, the projected number of students would not result in NLMUSD schools operating above design capacity, and thus, Plan-related impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-23 to 3.10-25) Threshold PS-4 The need for public library services is generally calculated based on permanent population in a given area. As previously discussed, the City of Norwalk is served by the Norwalk Library, the Alonda Library, and the Whittier Library, in addition to the Little Free Library program. The Proposed Plan is anticipated to result in an increase of approximately 10,959 people through 2040; this growth from the Proposed Plan could cause an increase in demand for library services. Under CEQA, an increase in population or a reduction in service levels does not necessarily indicate a significant environmental effect. While an increase in demand may occur, there are no current plans to construct a new library or expand an existing library in the Plan Area. LACPL does not have plans to construct a library in the Plan Area, and local population is just one factor in the determination of where the LACPL locates new facilities. Other factors include availability of land, funding, spacing requirements, and community need. Further, if a library were to be constructed in or near the Plan Area, it would likely be of a similar size to modern libraries in urban areas, which are generally on small urban infill lots and of a size that would likely qualify for an exemption from CEQA. Further, any of the environmental effects of construction of a new library facility would likely be similar to those disclosed within this EIR (i.e., construction noise and air quality). At this point, it would be speculative to assume that a new or expanded facility will be necessary at this time, in the event it is determined that a new or 3 Norwalk La Mirada Unified School District, Residential and Commercial/Industrial Development School Fee Justification Study, April 2021. Available online at: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1713570595/nlmusdorg/i v8xzrg0q6wyk1vkgfwm/210407-CooperativeStrategiesResidentialCommericalIndustrialDevelopmentSchoolFeeJustificationStudy.pdf, accessed on July 18, 2024.

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expanded library is necessary to serve the Plan Area, construction of any such facility would occur in an urban center and would be limited in number (possibly one or two new facilities) and size. Based on the urban location and size, the construction of new libraries or expansion of an existing library would likely result in less than significant impacts and would likely qualify for an infill exemption.

No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-29 to 3.10-30) Threshold REC-1 According to the City’s park standard, the Proposed Plan’s projected population growth would not exceed this standard even if no new recreational space were provided; however, according to Quimby Act standards, the City is not providing enough parkland to accommodate its population. Under the Quimby Act, the City’s population, including the expected growth from the Proposed Plan, the City should be providing 328 acres of parkland.

With implementation of the Proposed Plan, development standards would require common open space in residential developments that would offset the impacts to existing park facilities. Additionally, implementation of the Proposed Plan includes plans for open space within the proposed corridors through plazas, parks (such as the linear park on San Antonio Drive), streetscapes, and a regional trail with bike lanes to connect the different districts and corridors. Under the Proposed Plan, open space will be added as projects are constructed, increasing the amount of open space available and decreasing demand for off-site open space. Private open space can be used to satisfy a portion of the common open space requirement.

Therefore, the future development projects would not create capacity or service level problems or result in substantial physical impacts associated with the provision of new or altered park facilities. Impacts would be less than significant.

No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-36 to 3.10-38) Threshold REC-2 Construction and operation of additional park and recreation facilities could impact aesthetics (including night lighting), air quality, cultural resources, geology, land use, noise, transportation, utilities, and other environmental issues.

As previously discussed, the Proposed Plan includes plans for open space within the proposed corridors and districts. The environmental effects that could result from the construction of the proposed recreational facilities (including impacts to adjacent properties and exposure of sensitive receptors to pollutant concentrations) would be reduced to less than significant levels through construction-related mitigation measures identified throughout the PEIR in Resolution No. 25-58 Page 38 of 78
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Section 3.2, Air Quality, and Section 3.8, Noise, and measures identified in the Proposed Plan. Therefore, the Proposed Plan would not result in adverse physical effects on the environment from construction or expansion of additional recreational facilities. Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.10-38)
Transportation
Threshold TRA-1 As described in Section 2.0, Project Description, the Project would implement zone changes and general plan amendments that would allow for future mixed-use development to occur within the Plan Area through the implementation of planned districts and corridors. Future development associated with the Proposed Plan would not conflict with or interfere with any adopted policies, plans or programs related to public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities. Furthermore, the Proposed Plan would support future multimodal opportunities within the City. Future development associated with the Proposed Plan would not conflict with or interfere with any adopted policies, plans or programs related to public transit, bicycle, or pedestrian facilities. Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.11-14 to 3.11-16) Threshold TRA-2 As shown in Table 3.11-2 of the PEIR, the existing plus project VMT per service population for the Plan Area is forecast to be 13.7, while the existing Countywide VMT per service population is currently 17.2. As such, 16.8 percent below the existing countywide VMT per service population is 14.3. Therefore, the existing plus project Plan Area VMT per service population (13.7) is not forecast to exceed the described CEQA threshold. Thus, this impact is considered less than significant. As shown in Table 3.11-3 of the PEIR, and similar to the existing plus Plan scenario above, the 2040 Plan Area VMT per service population (12.1) is also forecast to be more than 16.8% below the regional average VMT per service population. These reductions are due to the increase in the forecasted population and employment in the Plan Area, which is located within proximity to transit, increasing the potential for transit ridership, as well as an increase in active modes of transportation, such as walking and biking. In addition, future year VMT reductions would be due to future planned development and transportation improvements that would change travel patterns to reduce vehicle travel distance and use of non-vehicle modes throughout the southern California region. Impacts Resolution No. 25-58 Page 39 of 78
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would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.11-17 to 3.11-19)
Threshold TRA-3 The proposed roadway improvements included in the Proposed Plan will be designed to City and State engineering design standards to meet sight distance requirements, including visibility of pedestrians and bicyclists. The Proposed Plan does not propose any incompatible uses that would increase hazards. As a result, the Proposed Plan will have a beneficial impact on geometric design features and incompatible uses. In addition, future development projects associated with implementation of the Proposed Plan are not anticipated to result in inadequate design features or incompatible uses. Through the City’s development review process, future development projects would be evaluated to determine the appropriate land use permit for authorizing their use and the conditions for their establishment and operation. Future development projects would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure that adequate access and circulation to and within the Plan Area would be provided. Access to development sites would be required to comply with all applicable Municipal Code and City design standards, which may be reviewed by the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) to ensure that inadequate design features or incompatible uses do not occur. The development review by the City and LACFD would also ensure that structures are designed to meet the current local and regional standards and that adequate emergency access is provided. Therefore, implementation of the Proposed Plan would not substantially increase hazards due to a geometric design feature or incompatible uses; and impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.11-20)
Threshold TRA-4 During construction, temporary road closures may be necessary; however, alternative evacuation routes along San Antonio Drive would be available. The City and the Los Angeles County Fire Department would review potential road closures associated with the Proposed Plan to ensure proper emergency access is established during construction of future development projects. Once operational, these primary evacuation routes could still be utilized in the event of an emergency, however due to the reduction in capacity on San Antonio Drive, it may be appropriate to utilize Pioneer Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue for evacuation purposes. The City and the LACFD would review potential road closures associated with the Proposed Plan to ensure proper emergency access is Resolution No. 25-58 Page 40 of 78
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established during construction of future development projects. Further, development projects would also be required to comply with all applicable state building codes outlined by the California Building Code for construction and access to the site during both construction and operational phases. Once operational, these primary evacuation routes would still be utilized in the event of an emergency, and overall, the Proposed Plan would not result in inadequate emergency access. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.11-20 to 3.11-22) Utilities and Service Systems and Energy
Threshold USS-1 While the implementation of the Proposed Plan would result in an increase in water demand that exceeds the City’s yearly allocation of groundwater, the City’s UWMP shows that water supplies are projected to be 3,694 AFY with the inclusion of purchased or imported water from the CBMWD. Projected City water supplies demonstrate that the City would be able to accommodate the Proposed Plan’s increase in water demand. Additionally, the City’s UWMP concluded that there would be sufficient water supplies during the “worst-case” effects of a multiple dry year drought. Further, utilities such as water, wastewater and power are generally population driven. Although the Proposed Plan would increase the population in the Plan Area by 10,949 residents, implementation of the Proposed Plan will occur over time, allowing the City time to adjust for anticipated increases in water demand and establish policies regarding water conservation and reuse.

As such, the Proposed Plan would not require or result in the construction of new water treatment facilities or expansion of existing facilities. Impacts would be less than significant.

Regarding wastewater, although the new residential uses would result in new wastewater generation, the reduction of wastewater from commercial, industrial, and institutional uses would offset some of the increases in wastewater. When compared to the existing Plan Area wastewater generation of 664,715 GPD, implementation of the Proposed Plan would result in a wastewater generation rate of 1,045,084 GPD, a net increase of 380,369 GPD. As previously mentioned, the Los Coyotes WRP processes an average of 23.1 MGD of wastewater. Given the 37.5 MGD capacity of the Los Coyotes WRP, the existing wastewater treatment capacity is anticipated to be sufficient to accommodate projected development.

Additionally, buildout will occur over time, spanning across 20 years or more.

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implementation of the Proposed Plan would have adequate wastewater conveyance systems and impacts related to wastewater conveyance would be less than significant. No mitigation measures are required.

The Project Area is well served by electric, natural gas and telecommunications facilities. All of which have sufficient capacity to serve the Plan Area. Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.12-19 to 3.12-25)
Threshold USS-2 The Project would have sufficient water supplies available. As shown under Table

3.12-1 of the PEIR, during a single dry year under the worst-case scenario, the City projects sufficient water supply available during all scenarios to meet future demands with a surplus of over 1,400 AFY. However, the City will acquire only as much additional supply as needed to meet demand during those years when potable water demand exceeds groundwater rights. Furthermore, the UWMP outlines a Water Shortage Contingency Plan which would reduce demand and prevent the need for the use of additional surplus. Similar measures would also be taken during the event of a worst-case multiple dry year scenario. As such, the City’s UWMP concludes that there would be sufficient water supplies during the “worst-case” effects of a single and multiple dry year drought. The remaining capacity of the water supplies would be sufficient for implementation of the Proposed Plan and impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation measures are required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.12-25)
Threshold USS-3 The JWPCP provides both primary and secondary treatment for approximately 260 million gallons of wastewater per day (MGD) and has a total permitted capacity of 400 MGD. Although the new residential uses would generate 462,600 GPD of wastewater, since the Proposed Plan is also reducing commercial, industrial, and institutional uses, the estimated wastewater generated at full buildout of the Proposed Plan would result in a wastewater generation rate of 1,045,084 GPD, a net increase of 380,369 GPD. As demonstrated above, existing providers have sufficient capacity to serve the increase in demand. With adherence to applicable regulations, General Plan policies, and the Municipal Code, implementation of the Proposed Plan would have adequate wastewater Resolution No. 25-58 Page 42 of 78
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conveyance systems, and impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation measures are required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.12-26)
Threshold USS-4 Implementation of the Project is estimated to generate 50,840 pounds of solid waste per day, or 25.42 tons of solid waste per day. When compared to the existing Plan Area solid waste generation of 42,996 pounds per day, implementation of the Proposed Plan would result in a net increase of 7,844 pounds per day. As shown in Table 3.12-4, Landfills Serving Norwalk, the addition of 7,844 pounds of solid waste compared to the remaining capacity of the four landfills that serve the City is negligible. Further, buildout will occur over 20 years or more, allowing the City time to adjust for anticipated increases in solid waste generation. Therefore, solid waste generated under the Proposed Plan would not exceed available capacity.

Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp.

3.12-27 to 3.12-28)
Threshold USS-5 The City is required by AB 939 to divert 75 percent of solid waste from landfills.

Future development under the Proposed Plan would be required to demonstrate compliance with all applicable regulations, including AB 939, such as Chapter 8.48 of the City’s Municipal Code. The Proposed Plan would not interfere with any federal, State, or local management and reduction statutes and regulations related to solid waste. Impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation measures are required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.12-28 to 3.12-29)
Threshold EN-1 Construction equipment would be maintained to applicable standards, and construction activity and associated fuel consumption and energy use would be temporary and typical of construction sites. It is also reasonable to assume contractors would avoid wasteful, inefficient, and unnecessary fuel consumption during construction to reduce construction costs. Therefore, the Project would not involve the inefficient, wasteful, and unnecessary use of energy during construction, and the construction-phase impact related to energy consumption would be less than significant.

Future development under the Project would increase the use of energy in the Project Area due to the intensification of land use. Operation of the anticipated development would increase the use of energy in the Plan Area due to the intensification of land uses. However, the increase would be in conformance with the latest version of California’s Green Building Standards Code and Building Resolution No. 25-58 Page 43 of 78
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Energy Efficiency Standards. In addition, SCE and SoCalGas have sufficient supplies to serve the development forecasted under the Proposed Plan. Therefore, the Proposed Plan would not result in wasteful, inefficient, or unnecessary energy consumption. No mitigation measures are required. (Final PEIR pp. 3.12-29 to 3.12- 31)
Threshold EN-2 The City of Norwalk adopted an Energy Action Plan (EAP) as a strategic plan to establish a 2010 baseline, to address California’s energy reduction goals by setting overall net energy consumption reduction targets (for years 2015, 2020, and 2025), and to identify programs/projects to achieve the targets over time. Additionally, as demonstrated under Impact GHG-2, the Proposed Plan would be consistent with existing local policies intended to promote energy efficiency through renewable energy use and energy conservation measures and future development constructed under the Proposed Plan would be subject to more stringent energy efficiency standards pursuant to updated CALGreen requirements. Therefore, the Proposed Plan would not conflict with or obstruct a state plan or policies contained in the City’s General Plan for renewable energy or energy efficiency; impacts would be less than significant. No mitigation is required. (Final PEIR pp.

3.12-31)
E.3 Findings Regarding Impacts Analyzed in the EIR and Determined to be Significant but Mitigated to Less than Significant
This section includes findings for project impacts that are potentially significant, but which are mitigated to a less than significant level with the imposition of mitigation measures. The City Council finds that all potentially significant impacts of this project listed below can and will be substantially lessened or avoided by imposition of mitigation measures. Specific findings of the City Council for each impact are set forth below in this section.

The City hereby finds that the following potential environmental impacts can and will be mitigated to below a level of significance, with implementation of the mitigation measures recommended in the PEIR.

Cultural, Tribal Cultural and Paleontological Resources Threshold CUL-1 Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of historical resource pursuant to Section 15064.5
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Mitigation Measure
MM CUL-1 Historical Built Environment Studies
For projects where demolition of structures greater than 50 years is proposed, prior to the issuance of any demolition permits, the applicant shall prepare an inventory of buildings proposed for demolition located on the project site. The project applicant, under the direction of the City, shall retain a historian or architectural historian who meets or exceeds the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards to document and evaluate the historical significance of the affected buildings or structures in accordance with CEQA. If such documentation and evaluation indicate that the building or structure qualifies as a significant historical resource, the resource shall be avoided, and significant features shall be preserved in place if feasible. If avoidance or preservation is not feasible, a Historical Resources Treatment Plan, or similar proposed plan, shall be prepared and implemented. Further documentation may be required and may include, but is not limited to, archival quality photographs, measured drawings, oral histories, interpretive signage, and/or other measures, including potential alteration of the resource in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards or relocation of the resource.

As defined in the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 4(3) Section 15126.4 (b)(2), in some circumstances, documentation of a historical resource, by way of historic narrative, photographs or architectural drawings, as mitigation for the effects of demolition of the resource will not mitigate the effects to point where clearly no significant effect on the environment would occur. In these cases, the Historical Resources Treatment Plan, or comparable plan, shall also evaluate the feasibility of retaining significant buildings or structures in their original locations and rehabilitating them according to the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards and Guidelines for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: Future development projects resulting from the implementation of the Project may involve demolition or alteration of an identified resource, which could result in a change to that resource’s defining features, thereby resulting in a significant impact. Thus, significant historical resources could be adversely impacted by future development projects that require demolition or significant Resolution No. 25-58 Page 45 of 78
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alteration of historic-age buildings and structures; impacts to historical resources under the Project therefore have the potential to be significant.

To ensure that development within the Project Area does not have a detrimental effect on historical resources if demolition or significant alteration is required, each project would be assessed as it is proposed, to determine the age of the properties proposed to be impacted by project implementation. Mitigation Measure MM CUL-1 would reduce impacts on historical resources to the extent feasible, because historical resources would be evaluated under each project application. (Final PEIR pp. 3.3-15 to 3.3-17) Threshold CUL-2 Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource pursuant to Section 15064.5.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant Mitigation Measure
MM CUL-2 Archaeological Resource Studies
Prior to any approval by the City for projects that involve any demolition, grading, trenching, or other ground disturbance, a Phase 1 Cultural Resources Study conducted by a qualified archaeologist meeting the Secretary of the Interior standards in archaeology shall be required. A Phase 1 study shall include a pedestrian survey of the project site to identify potential surficial archaeological resources and sufficient background archival research and field sampling to determine whether subsurface prehistoric or historic remains may be present. If the project site is completely paved and/or developed, a pedestrian survey may not be required. Archival research should include, at a minimum, a records search conducted at the South Central Coast Information Center (SCCIC) and a Sacred Lands File (SLF) search conducted with the NAHC of the project site. If the Phase I does not indicate any archeological resources, no further study is required.

If the Phase I Report indicates potential for important archeological resources that may be eligible for CRHR, a Phase 2 report may be required if the identified resources cannot be avoided and preserved in place. Where preservation is not feasible, a Phase 2 evaluation for significance and eligibility for listing in the CRHR may be required. The Phase 2 evaluation shall include any necessary archival research to identify significant historical associations as well as mapping of surface artifacts, collection of functionally or temporally diagnostic tools and debris, and excavation of a sample of the cultural deposit to characterize the nature of the sites, define the artifact and feature contents, determine Resolution No. 25-58 Page 46 of 78
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horizontal boundaries and depth below surface, and retrieve representative samples of artifacts and other remains.

Cultural materials collected from the sites shall be processed and analyzed in the laboratory according to standard archaeological procedures. The age of archaeological resources shall be determined using radiocarbon dating or other appropriate procedures; lithic artifacts, faunal remains, and other cultural materials shall be identified and analyzed according to current professional standards. The significance of the sites shall be evaluated according to the criteria of the CRHR. The results of the investigations shall be presented in a technical report following the standards of the California Office of Historic Preservation publication “Archaeological Resource Management Reports: Recommended Content and Format (1990 or latest edition)”. Upon completion of the work, all artifacts, other cultural remains, records, photographs, and other documentation shall be curated at an appropriate curation facility. All fieldwork, analysis, report production, and curation shall be fully funded by the applicant.

If any of the resources meet CRHR significance standards, the City shall ensure that all feasible recommendations for mitigation of impacts are incorporated into the final design and any permits issued for development. Any necessary archaeological data recovery excavation shall be carried out by a Registered Professional Archaeologist according to a research design reviewed and approved by the City, prepared in advance of fieldwork, and using appropriate archaeological field and laboratory methods consistent with the California Office of Historic Preservation Planning Bulletin 5 (1991), Guidelines for Archaeological Research Design, or the latest edition thereof.

As applicable, the final Phase 1 Inventory, Phase 2 Testing and Evaluation, and Phase 3 Data Recovery reports shall be submitted to the City prior to final inspection of a construction permit.

Recommendations contained therein shall be implemented throughout all ground disturbance activities, including, at a minimum, requirements to follow for unanticipated archaeological discoveries during construction.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

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Supporting Explanation: Effects on archaeological resources are only known once a specific project has been proposed because they are highly dependent on both the individual project site conditions and the characteristics of the proposed ground-disturbing activity. Ground-disturbing activities in those portions of the Project Area that have not been subject to an archaeological investigation or where excavation depths exceed those previously attained have the potential to damage or destroy previously unknown prehistoric or historic period archaeological resources. Consequently, damage to or destruction of previously unknown archaeological resources could occur as a result of development under the Project.

The Project does not include any implementation programs or policies designed to reduce impacts to archaeological resources. In order to ensure that development in the Project Area does not have a detrimental effect on archaeological resources, each individual development project would need to be assessed as it is proposed. Without mitigation, impacts would be potentially significant. Mitigation Measure MM CUL-2 requires an archaeological resources study and the identification of project-specific mitigation measures for future projects facilitated by the Project. Mitigation Measure MM CUL-2 would reduce impacts to archaeological resources on a project-by-project basis by requiring the identification and treatment of archaeological resources. (Final PEIR pp. 3.3-17 to 3.3-20) Threshold CUL-3 Disturb any human remains, including those interred outside of dedicated cemeteries.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant Mitigation Measure
MM CUL-3 Unanticipated Discovery of Human Remains
Consistent with the regulatory provisions to address the handling of human remains in California Health and Safety Code § 7050.5, PRC § 5097.98, and State CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5(e), in the event that human remains are discovered, it requires that disturbance of the site shall be suspended, encountered during site disturbance, grading, or other construction activities on the project site, the construction contractor shall halt work within 25 feet of the discovery. The Project Applicant shall immediately notify the City of Norwalk and the Los Angeles County Coroner. The coroner shall conduct an investigation into the circumstances, manner, and cause of any death, and the recommendations concerning the treatment and disposition of the human remains have been made to the person responsible for the excavation or to his or her authorized representative, in the manner provided in § 5097.98 of the PRC. The coroner is required to make a determination within two working days of notification of the discovery of the human remains. If the coroner determines that Resolution No. 25-58 Page 48 of 78
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the remains are not subject to his or her authority and if the coroner recognizes or has reason to believe the human remains to be those of a Native American, he or she shall consult with the NAHC by telephone within 24 hours, to designate a Most Likely Descendant (MLD) who shall recommend appropriate measures to the landowner regarding the treatment of the remains. If the owner does not accept the MLD’s recommendations, the owner or the MLD may request mediation by the NAHC.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: The Plan Area does not include any locations identified as a formal cemetery and is not known to have been used for disposal of historic or prehistoric human remains, and human remains are not expected to be encountered during construction of the future development Projects. Without mitigation, impacts would be potentially significant. Mitigation MM CUL-3 would provide specific procedural and stop-work requirements for future development projects in the unlikely event that human remains are uncovered during ground-disturbing activities. The implementation of Mitigation MM CUL3 would reduce impacts to human remains on a project-by-project basis by requiring the identification and handling of any discovered human remains.

Threshold CUL-4 Cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a tribal cultural resource, defined in Public Resources Code section 21074 as either a site, feature, place, cultural landscape that is geographically defined in terms of the size and scope of the landscape, sacred place, or object with cultural value to a California Native American tribe, and that is:
i) Listed or eligible for listing in the California Register of Historical Resources, or in the local register of historical resources as defined in Public Resources Code Section 5020.1(k), or
ii) A resource determined by the lead agency, in its discretion and supported by substantial evidence, to be significant pursuant to criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resources Code Section 5024.1. In applying the criteria set forth in subdivision (c) of Public Resource Code Section 5024.1, Resolution No. 25-58 Page 49 of 78
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the lead agency shall consider the significance of the resource to a California Native American tribe.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant Mitigation Measure
MM CUL-4 Unanticipated Discovery of Tribal Cultural Resources In the event that a cultural resource of Native American origin is identified in the Plan Area during the implementation of Mitigation Measure MM CUL-2 or during any projectrelated ground disturbance, the City of Norwalk, as Lead Agency, shall consult with local Native American tribes who have requested notification of projects under AB 52. If the City, in consultation with the local Native American tribe(s), determines that the resource is a tribal cultural resource and thus significant under CEQA, a mitigation plan shall be prepared and implemented in accordance with state guidelines and in consultation with representatives of the Native American tribe(s). The mitigation plan may include, but would not be limited to, avoidance, capping in place, excavation and removal of the resource, interpretive displays, sensitive area signage, or other mutually agreed upon measures.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: The City sent Senate Bill 18 (SB 18) and Assembly Bill (AB 52) notice letters on August 28, 2024, to the following Native American groups: Gabrieliño Band of Mission Indians –Kizh Nation, the Gabrieliño/Tongva San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, the Gabrieliño/Tongva Nation, Gabrieliño Tongva Indians of California Tribal Council, the Gabrieliño-Tongva Tribe, the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Acjachemen Nation – Belardes, the Juaneno Band of Mission Indians Acjachemen Nation 84A, the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians, and the Soboba Band of Lusseno Indians. Under AB 52, tribes have 30 days to respond, and under SB 18, tribes have 90 days. To date, two responses have been received.

Development accommodated under the Project may involve ground disturbance, which has the potential to impact previously unidentified tribal cultural resources (TCRs).

As of the date of this draft, AB 52 consultation has not identified any specific TCRs in the Project Area.

However, new TCRs may be identified or established over the course of the Project.

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If unknown TCRs are encountered during construction activities, there is a potential to result in the destruction, damage, or loss of the TCRs. The ground-disturbing construction activities that could result in such adverse impacts include demolition, grading, excavation, drilling, or any other activity that disturbs surface or subsurface deposits associated with TCRs. Given the potential to damage these unknown tribal cultural resources, impacts are considered significant without mitigation. (Final EIR pp. 3.3-21 to 3.3-22) Threshold CUL-5 Directly or indirectly destroy a unique paleontological resource or site or unique geologic feature.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant Mitigation Measure
MM CUL-5 Unanticipated Discovery of Paleontological Resources In the event that paleontological resources are unearthed during ground-disturbing activities, the City of Norwalk Planning Division will be notified immediately, and all work will cease in the area of the find until a qualified paleontologist evaluates the find.

Construction activity may continue unimpeded on other portions of the project site. The paleontologist shall determine the location, the time frame, and the extent to which any monitoring of earthmoving activities shall be required. The found deposits would be treated in accordance with federal, State, and local guidelines, including those set forth in California PRC § 21083.2.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: The Plan Area is a highly urbanized area, which has been previously disturbed by past development activities and contains existing buildings, roadways, associated parking and other infrastructure. However, buildout of the Project could involve grading and excavation to greater depths than previously undertaken. These activities could disturb unknown paleontological resources buried in site soils. In the event of an unexpected disturbance of such resources, significant impacts to paleontological resources could occur. In the event of an unexpected discovery, significant impacts to paleontological resources could occur. Implementation of Mitigation Measure MM CUL-5 would mitigate any potential significant impacts. (Final EIR pp. 3.3-23)
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Hazards and Hazardous Materials
Impact HAZ-1 Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through the routine transport, use, or disposal of hazardous materials.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant Mitigation Measure
MM HAZ-1 For discretionary projects within the Plan Area, prior to construction activities onsite, a Phase I investigation shall be conducted to assess if there are any reasons to suspect that hazardous materials could be present. If current or past use of contaminants of potential concern is discovered through the Phase I investigation, or if the property has ever contained a gas station, dry cleaners, or hazardous chemical storage tanks, a Phase II would be required. The Phase II investigation shall be conducted in accordance with guidelines developed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for site assessments. The Phase II investigation shall estimate the potential threat to public health and the environment if concentrations of pesticides are encountered using methods outlined in DTSC’s Preliminary Endangerment Assessment Guidance Manual and DTSC’s Screening Level Human Health Risk Assessment guidance for implementing screening level risk analysis. The Phase II investigation shall be submitted to the City of Norwalk for review and approval by an independent third-party reviewer. If the Phase II testing reveals concentrations of contaminants above health-based screening levels for residential exposure, remediation of the site shall be required to address residual contamination above the health-based level of concern. Remediation may include excavation and disposal of impacted soil or capping elevated areas beneath paved areas. The Construction Contractor shall implement the recommendations outlined in the Phase II.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

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reduce potential for the release of contamination to a less than significant level. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-22 to

3.5-24)
Impact HAZ-2 Create a significant hazard to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant for construction, less than significant for operation.

Mitigation Measure
MM HAZ-1 For discretionary projects within the Plan Area, prior to construction activities onsite, a Phase I investigation shall be conducted to assess if there are any reasons to suspect that hazardous materials could be present. If current or past use of contaminants of potential concern is discovered through the Phase I investigation, or if the property has ever contained a gas station, dry cleaners, or hazardous chemical storage tanks, a Phase II would be required. The Phase II investigation shall be conducted in accordance with guidelines developed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for site assessments. The Phase II investigation shall estimate the potential threat to public health and the environment if concentrations of pesticides are encountered using methods outlined in DTSC’s Preliminary Endangerment Assessment Guidance Manual and DTSC’s Screening Level Human Health Risk Assessment guidance for implementing screening level risk analysis. The Phase II investigation shall be submitted to the City of Norwalk for review and approval by an independent third-party reviewer. If the Phase II testing reveals concentrations of contaminants above health-based screening levels for residential exposure, remediation of the site shall be required to address residual contamination above health-based level of concern. Remediation may include excavation and disposal of impacted soil or capping elevated areas beneath paved areas. The Construction Contractor shall implement the recommendations outlined in the Phase II.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

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Mitigation Measure HAZ-1 requires a Phase I, and if necessary, a Phase II investigation prior to construction activities to determine any potential contaminations due to previous uses. As a result, potential impacts related to the reasonably foreseeable upset or accident conditions involving release of hazardous materials into the environment would be less than significant with Mitigation Measure HAZ-1 incorporated. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-24 to 3.5-27)
Impact HAZ-4 Be located on a site which is included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, create a significant hazard to the public or the environment.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially significant for construction, less than significant for operation.

Mitigation Measure
MM HAZ-1 For discretionary projects within the Plan Area, prior to construction activities onsite, a Phase I investigation shall be conducted to assess if there are any reasons to suspect that hazardous materials could be present. If current or past use of contaminants of potential concern is discovered through the Phase I investigation, or if the property has ever contained a gas station, dry cleaners or hazardous chemical storage tanks, a Phase II would be required. The Phase II investigation shall be conducted in accordance with guidelines developed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for site assessments. The Phase II investigation shall estimate the potential threat to public health and the environment if concentrations of pesticides are encountered using methods outlined in DTSC’s Preliminary Endangerment Assessment Guidance Manual and DTSC’s Screening Level Human Health Risk Assessment guidance for implementing screening level risk analysis. The Phase II investigation shall be submitted to the City of Norwalk for review and approval by an independent third-party reviewer. If the Phase II testing reveals concentrations of contaminants above health-based screening levels for residential exposure, remediation of the site shall be required to address residual contamination above the health-based level of concern. Remediation may include excavation and disposal of impacted soil or capping elevated areas beneath paved areas. The Construction Contractor shall implement the recommendations outlined in the Phase II.

Finding
The City Council finds that changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

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Supporting Explanation: The Plan Area contains sites that have been identified on various regulatory databases as being contaminated from the release of hazardous substances in the soil or groundwater.

While none of the identified contaminated sites are proposed for development, unknown contamination may exist, and construction activity that disturbs soil or groundwater could have the potential to result in the release of hazardous materials, which could adversely affect construction workers and/or neighboring properties and occupants. Further, redevelopment could occur on any site within the Plan Area, including those not specifically designated for new uses. To address concerns around development on toxic sites, it is common for a Phase I ESA to be conducted prior to excavation and construction activity. Mitigation Measure HAZ-1 requires a Phase I, and if necessary, a Phase II investigation prior to construction activities to determine any potential contaminations due to previous uses. Potential impacts related to a project being located on a list of hazardous materials sites pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5 and, as a result, create a significant hazard to the public or the environment would be less than significant with Mitigation Measure HAZ-1 incorporated. (Final PEIR pp. 3.5-28 to 3.5-30) E.4 Findings Regarding Impacts Analyzed in the EIR and Determined to be Significant and Unavoidable
This section includes findings for Project impacts, which are determined to be significant even with the imposition of mitigation measures. These impacts cannot be mitigated to a less than significant level and therefore remain unavoidable. Although the City Council finds that all significant impacts of this project listed below cannot be substantially lessened or avoided by the imposition of mitigation measures or alternatives, the mitigation measures found in the EIR and listed below will be implemented to lessen the Project’s impact. Specific findings of this City Council for each impact are set forth below in this section.

Air Quality
Threshold AQ-2 Result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non-attainment under an applicable federal or state ambient air quality standard.

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially Significant Mitigation Measure
MM AQ-1: Dust Control Compliance with SCAQMD Rule 403.

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a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose Ground Disturbance Activities construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department. b. Standard: Consistent with SCAQMD Rule 403, best available dust control measures shall be implemented during Ground Disturbance Activities and active construction operations capable of generating dust.

MM AQ-2: Equipment Maintenance.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
b. Standard: Maintain construction equipment in good, properly tuned operating condition, as specified by the manufacturer, to minimize exhaust emissions.

Documentation demonstrating that the equipment has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications shall be maintained per the proof of compliance requirements for a minimum of five years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

All construction equipment shall achieve emissions reductions that are no less than what could be achieved by a Tier 4 Interim diesel emission control strategy for a similarly sized engine as defined by CARB regulations.

MM AQ-3: Vehicle Idling Limit and Notification Signs.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
b. Standard: Vehicle idling during construction activities shall be limited to five minutes as set forth in the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Section 2449. Signs shall be posted in areas where they will be seen by vehicle operators stating idling time limits.

MM AQ-4: Non-Diesel Fueled Electrical Power.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.

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b. Standard: Electricity from power poles rather than temporary gasoline or dieselpowered generators shall be used to the extent available and feasible.

MM AQ-5: Emissions Standards for Off-Road Construction Equipment Greater than 50 Horsepower.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day.
b. Standard: All off-road diesel-powered construction equipment equal to or greater than 50 horsepower shall meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (U.S. EPA) Tier 4 emission standards during construction. Operators shall maintain records of all offroad equipment associated with Project construction to document that each piece of equipment used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirement for a minimum of five years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

MM AQ-6: Use of Low Polluting Fuels.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day.
b. Standard: Construction equipment less than 50 horsepower shall use low-polluting fuels (i.e., compressed natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, and unleaded gasoline).

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

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MM AQ-7: Emission Standards for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve more than 90 round-trip haul truck trips on any given day for demolition debris and import/export of soil. b. Standard: Construction haul truck operators for demolition debris and import/export of soil shall use trucks that meet the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) 2010 engine emissions standards at 0.01 g/bhp-hr. of particulate matter (PM) and 0.20 g/bhp-hr. of nitrogen oxides (NOX) emissions. Operators shall maintain records of all trucks associated with Project construction to document that each truck used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirements in Subsection I.D.6.

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

MM AQ-8: Routes for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
b. Standard: Construction contractors shall reroute construction trucks away from congested streets or Sensitive Uses, as feasible. The burden of proving that compliance is infeasible shall be upon the Applicant or Owner. Where avoiding Sensitive Uses and congested streets altogether is infeasible, routing away from Sensitive Uses shall be prioritized over routing away from congested streets.

MM AQ-9 During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce mobile emissions to the maximum extent feasible:
• Provide preferential carpool/vanpool parking spaces for office uses. • Provide for shuttle/mini bus services for hotel uses. • Provide on-site child-care centers.
• Provide transit design features within development.

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• Develop park-and-ride lots.
• Employ a transportation/rideshare coordinator at commercial uses. • Implement a rideshare program.
• Provide incentives for employees to ride-share or take public transportation. • Provide bicycle paths that link to an external network. • Provide pedestrian facilities.
• Integrate affordable and below-market-rate housing.
• Provide electric vehicle charging.
• Reduce parking supply.
• Implement subsidized or discounted transit program.
• Implement bike-sharing program.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final EIR.

Supporting Explanation: Predicted maximum daily construction-generated emissions for projects that would occur under the Project are summarized in Table 3.2-8, Construction-Related Criteria Pollutant and Precursor Emissions – Maximum Pounds per Day. As shown in Table 3.2-8, the peak daily emissions generated under example construction scenarios anticipated for the construction of the Project would not exceed any of the regional emission thresholds recommended by the SCAQMD. However, it is unknown the number and location of individual construction projects that could occur under the Plan. Since details regarding individual projects under the Project are not available, it is reasonable to assume that multiple projects under the Project could occur simultaneously. Therefore, while none of the example construction scenarios analyzed below would exceed any regional thresholds on their own, when multiple projects are constructed simultaneously, impacts from Project construction could result in a cumulatively considerable net increase of a criteria air pollutant for which the region is in nonattainment. As such, construction impacts are conservatively considered potentially significant, and mitigation is required (see Mitigation Measures AQ-1 through AQ-9). While Mitigation Measures AQ-1 through AQ-9 would reduce construction and operational-related emissions from projects under the Project, it is still possible that multiple construction projects could occur simultaneously. Therefore, without knowing the number of Resolution No. 25-58 Page 59 of 78
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construction projects that could occur simultaneously, impacts would be considered significant and unavoidable. (Final PEIR pp. 3.2-23 to 3.2-33)
Threshold AQ-3 Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations.

Significance Before Mitigation: Impacts with respect to localized construction emissions would be potentially significant, and impacts with respect to localized operational emissions, CO Hotspots, and TAC emissions would be less than significant.

Mitigation Measure
See Mitigation Measures AQ-1 through AQ-8, above.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: Because off-road equipment and heavy-duty truck use during construction generate diesel exhaust—which constitutes approximately 70 percent of the total ambient cancer risk from air pollution in the greater Los Angeles region—nearby sensitive receptors could be affected by criteria pollutants and TAC emissions during construction of individual projects. Although localized emissions of NOX and particulate matter during construction would be controlled through regulatory compliance, impacts related to localized criteria pollutant emissions would be potentially significant and unavoidable even with mitigation implemented since it is possible that multiple construction projects could occur simultaneously, possibly in proximity to each other and sensitive receptors.

Noise
Threshold NOI-1 Generation of a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies.

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Mitigation Measure
MM NOI-1 During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
• Mufflers. Construction equipment shall be properly maintained, and all internal combustion engine-driven machinery with intake and exhaust mufflers and engine shrouds, as applicable, shall be in good condition and appropriate for the equipment.

During construction, all equipment, fixed or mobile, shall be operated with closed engine doors and shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers, consistent with manufacturers’ standards.
• Electrical Power. Electrical power, rather than diesel equipment, shall be used to run compressors and similar power tools and to power any temporary structures, such as construction trailers or caretaker facilities.
• Equipment Staging. All stationary equipment shall be staged as far away from the adjacent sensitive receptors as feasible.
• Equipment Idling. Construction vehicles and equipment shall not be left idling for longer than five minutes when not in use.
• Workers’ Radios. All noise from workers’ radios shall be controlled to a point that they are not audible at sensitive receptors near construction activity. • Smart Back-up Alarms. Mobile construction equipment shall have smart back-up alarms that automatically adjust the sound level of the alarm in response to ambient noise levels. Alternatively, back-up alarms shall be disabled and replaced with human spotters to ensure safety when mobile construction equipment is moving in the reverse direction.
• Disturbance Coordinator. Project applicants shall designate a disturbance coordinator who shall be responsible for responding to any local complaints about construction noise. The noise disturbance coordinator shall determine the cause of the noise complaint (e.g., starting too early, bad muffler, etc.) and identify remedies to correct the problem. A telephone number for the disturbance coordinator shall be conspicuously posted at the construction site.

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NOI-2: During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategy to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
• Temporary Sound Barriers. For construction activities located directly adjacent to sensitive receivers (e.g., residences, schools), temporary sound barriers shall be installed and maintained by the construction contractor between the construction site and adjacent receivers during the demolition, site preparation, grading phases, and building phases of construction. Temporary sound barriers shall consist of either sound blankets or other sound barriers/techniques such as acoustic padding or acoustic walls placed near adjacent residential buildings that have been field-tested to reduce noise. Barriers shall be placed such that the line-of-sight between noisegenerating construction equipment and adjacent sensitive land uses is blocked and shall be placed as close to the source equipment as feasible. As an alternative, applicants may prepare a Noise Study that demonstrates construction noise would not exceed ambient noise levels at nearby sensitive resources. The Noise Study shall incorporate best management practices and other noise reduction measures to reduce noise levels.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: As shown in Table 3.8-10, Estimated Construction Noise Levels by Phase, construction activity would generate noise levels up to an estimated 87.1 dBA Leq for sensitive receptors located 50 feet from construction activities. As such, temporary construction noise would exceed existing ambient noise levels measured throughout the Project Area, which were measured between 48.8 dBA Leq to 58.5 dBA Leq (see Table 3.8-3, Existing Noise Levels in the Plan Area). The construction noise levels identified in Table 3.8-10 would also have the potential to conflict with the noise standards identified in NMC Section 9.04.150. However, it should be noted that these estimates are conservative because they assume no attenuation of noise by intervening structures and assume construction activity would occur as close as 50 feet to sensitive receptors. As individual project applications are processed under the Project, Resolution No. 25-58 Page 62 of 78
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project-specific design features and mitigation measures would be considered on a case-by-case basis to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible (see Mitigation Measures NOI-1 and NOI-2). Nevertheless, as temporary construction noise would exceed existing ambient noise levels and have the potential to conflict with the noise standards identified in NMC Section 9.04.150, this impact is considered potentially significant. While Mitigation Measures NOI-1 and NOI-2 would reduce construction noise impacts associated with the Project, subsequent development projects would still have the potential to exceed ambient noise levels and conflict with noise standards identified in NMC S Section

9.04.150. Impacts would be considered significant and unavoidable. (Final EIR pp. 3.8-20 to 3.8-29) Threshold NOI-2 Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially Significant Mitigation Measure
See Mitigation Measures NOI-1 and NOI-2 above.

NOI-3 Prior to any grading or construction activity within 25 feet of an extremely fragile building (as defined in Caltrans’ Transportation and Construction Vibration Guidance Manual, April 2020) or any construction activity associated with the rehabilitation of an extremely fragile building, applicants shall prepare a Vibration Control Plan. The Vibration Control Plan shall be prepared by a qualified structural engineer and shall include methods to minimize vibration, including but not limited to:
• Use of drilled piles or the use of a sonic vibratory pile driver rather than impact pile driving;
• Use of rubber-tired equipment rather than metal-tracked equipment; and • Avoiding the use of vibrating equipment when allowed by best engineering practices.

The Vibration Control Plan shall include a pre-construction survey letter establishing baseline conditions at potentially affected buildings. The survey letter shall provide a shoring design to protect the buildings from potential damage. The structural engineer may recommend alternative procedures that produce lower vibration levels, such as sonic pile driving or caisson drilling instead of impact pile driving. Development projects shall implement the structural engineer’s recommendations.

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A Statement of Compliance signed by the Applicant and Owner is required to be submitted to Building and Safety at plan check and prior to the issuance of any permit. The Vibration Control Plan, prepared as outlined above, shall be documented by a qualified structural engineer and shall be provided to the City upon request.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: Based on Table 3.8-13, Vibration Source Levels for Construction Equipment, construction equipment would reach a maximum of 0.089 PPV (in/sec) at 25 feet. These vibration levels would exceed the most conservative 0.08 inch/sec PPV threshold for extremely fragile historic buildings.

Since the exact location of future development projects, distances to nearby buildings, and the architectural integrities of nearby buildings are all unknown at this time, it is possible for individual development projects to generate construction vibration levels that could result in damage to extremely fragile buildings located on site or within 25 feet of potential construction activities. Thus, this impact is considered potentially significant, and implementation of Mitigation Measure NOI-3 is required. While Mitigation Measures NOI-1 and NOI-2 would reduce potential vibration impacts associated with human annoyance, the 72 VdB residential annoyance threshold and 75 VdB institutional annoyance threshold could be exceeded during a worst-case construction activity, and this impact would be considered significant and unavoidable. Implementation of Mitigation Measure NOI-3 will ensure construction vibration impacts with respect to building damage would be less than significant. (Final EIR pp. 3.8-29 to 3.8-32) E.5 Other CEQA Required Analysis in the EIR
Cumulative Impact Analysis
Cumulative impacts are defined in State CEQA Guidelines §15355(b) as:
“The change in the environment which results from the incremental impact of the project when added to other closely related past, present, and probable future projects. Cumulative impacts can result from individually minor but collectively significant projects taking place over a period of time.”
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Air Quality
Threshold AQ-2 Criteria Pollutant Emissions for which the Region is Non-Attainment (Ozone, PM10 and PM2.5).

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially Significant Mitigation Measure
MM AQ-1: Dust Control Compliance with SCAQMD Rule 403.
c. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose Ground Disturbance Activities construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department. d. Standard: Consistent with SCAQMD Rule 403, best available dust control measures shall be implemented during Ground Disturbance Activities and active construction operations capable of generating dust.

MM AQ-2: Equipment Maintenance.
c. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
d. Standard: Maintain construction equipment in good, properly tuned operating condition, as specified by the manufacturer, to minimize exhaust emissions.

Documentation demonstrating that the equipment has been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications shall be maintained per the proof of compliance requirements for a minimum of five years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

All construction equipment shall achieve emissions reductions that are no less than what could be achieved by a Tier 4 Interim diesel emission control strategy for a similarly sized engine as defined by CARB regulations.

MM AQ-3: Vehicle Idling Limit and Notification Signs.
c. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.

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d. Standard: Vehicle idling during construction activities shall be limited to five minutes as set forth in the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Section 2449. Signs shall be posted in areas where they will be seen by vehicle operators stating idling time limits.

MM AQ-4: Non-Diesel Fueled Electrical Power.
c. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
d. Standard: Electricity from power poles rather than temporary gasoline or dieselpowered generators shall be used to the extent available and feasible.

MM AQ-5: Emissions Standards for Off-Road Construction Equipment Greater than 50 Horsepower.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day.
b. Standard: All off-road diesel-powered construction equipment equal to or greater than 50 horsepower shall meet the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (U.S. EPA) Tier 4 emission standards during construction. Operators shall maintain records of all offroad equipment associated with Project construction to document that each piece of equipment used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirement for a minimum of five years after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

MM AQ-6: Use of Low Polluting Fuels.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve at least 5,000 cubic yards of on-site cut/fill on any given day.

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b. Standard: Construction equipment less than 50 horsepower shall use low-polluting fuels (i.e., compressed natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, and unleaded gasoline).

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

MM AQ-7: Emission Standards for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment, require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department, and involve more than 90 round-trip haul truck trips on any given day for demolition debris and import/export of soil. b. Standard: Construction haul truck operators for demolition debris and import/export of soil shall use trucks that meet the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) 2010 engine emissions standards at 0.01 g/bhp-hr. of particulate matter (PM) and 0.20 g/bhp-hr. of nitrogen oxides (NOX) emissions. Operators shall maintain records of all trucks associated with Project construction to document that each truck used meets these emission standards per the proof of compliance requirements in Subsection I.D.6.

In lieu of compliance with the above requirement, an air quality study prepared in accordance with the SCAQMD’s Air Quality Handbook may be provided by the Applicant or Owner demonstrating that project construction activities would not exceed the SCAQMD’s regional and localized construction thresholds.

MM AQ-8: Routes for On-Road Haul Trucks.
a. Applicability Threshold: Any project whose construction activities involve the use of construction equipment and require a permit from the City of Norwalk Community Development Department.
b. Standard: Construction contractors shall reroute construction trucks away from congested streets or Sensitive Uses, as feasible. The burden of proving that compliance is infeasible shall be upon the Applicant or Owner. Where avoiding Sensitive Uses and congested streets altogether is infeasible, routing away from Sensitive Uses shall be prioritized over routing away from congested streets.

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MM AQ-9 During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce mobile emissions to the maximum extent feasible:
• Provide preferential carpool/vanpool parking spaces for office uses. • Provide for shuttle/mini bus services for hotel uses. • Provide on-site child-care centers.
• Provide transit design features within development.
• Develop park-and-ride lots.
• Employ a transportation/rideshare coordinator at commercial uses. • Implement a rideshare program.
• Provide incentives for employees to ride-share or take public transportation. • Provide bicycle paths that link to an external network. • Provide pedestrian facilities.
• Integrate affordable and below-market-rate housing.
• Provide electric vehicle charging.
• Reduce parking supply.
• Implement subsidized or discounted transit program.
• Implement bike-sharing program.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: In order to assess cumulative impacts of emissions, the SCAQMD recommends that projects be evaluated to determine whether they would be consistent with AQMP performance standards and project-specific emissions thresholds. In the case of the Project, air pollutant emissions would be considered to be cumulatively considerable if the new sources of emissions exceed SCAQMD projectspecific emissions thresholds. As discussed under Impact AQ-2, construction activities under the Project could result in multiple construction projects simultaneously. Mitigation measures AQ-1 through AQ-8 would reduce construction-related emissions to the extent feasible. However, without knowing the number of construction projects that could occur simultaneously, impacts would be significant and unavoidable and would be cumulatively considerable. (Final PEIR pp. 3.2-38 to 3.2-39) Resolution No. 25-58 Page 68 of 78
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Threshold AQ-3 Criteria Pollutant Emissions for which the Region is Non-Attainment (Ozone, PM10 and PM2.5).

Significance Before Mitigation: Potentially Significant Mitigation Measure
See Mitigation Measures AQ-1 through AQ-8, above.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: As discussed under Impact AQ-3, impacts related to localized criteria pollutant emissions during construction would be significant and unavoidable, as it is possible that multiple construction projects could occur simultaneously, possibly in proximity to each other and sensitive receptors. For these reasons, localized construction impacts would be considered cumulatively considerable. Since the operational component of the Proposed Plan would consist of an increase in residential land uses and associated mobile sources, localized operational impacts would be less than significant and would not be cumulatively considerable. (Final EIR pp. 3.2-40) Noise
Threshold NOI-1 and Threshold NOI-2
Generation of a substantial temporary or permanent increase in ambient noise levels in the vicinity of the project in excess of standards established in the local general plan or noise ordinance, or applicable standards of other agencies.

Generation of excessive groundborne vibration or groundborne noise levels.

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Mitigation Measures
MM NOI-1 During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategies to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
• Mufflers. Construction equipment shall be properly maintained, and all internal combustion engine-driven machinery with intake and exhaust mufflers and engine shrouds, as applicable, shall be in good condition and appropriate for the equipment.

During construction, all equipment, fixed or mobile, shall be operated with closed engine doors and shall be equipped with properly operating and maintained mufflers, consistent with manufacturers’ standards.
• Electrical Power. Electrical power, rather than diesel equipment, shall be used to run compressors and similar power tools and to power any temporary structures, such as construction trailers or caretaker facilities.
• Equipment Staging. All stationary equipment shall be staged as far away from the adjacent sensitive receptors as feasible.
• Equipment Idling. Construction vehicles and equipment shall not be left idling for longer than five minutes when not in use.
• Workers’ Radios. All noise from workers’ radios shall be controlled to a point that they are not audible at sensitive receptors near construction activity. • Smart Back-up Alarms. Mobile construction equipment shall have smart back-up alarms that automatically adjust the sound level of the alarm in response to ambient noise levels. Alternatively, back-up alarms shall be disabled and replaced with human spotters to ensure safety when mobile construction equipment is moving in the reverse direction.
• Disturbance Coordinator. Project applicants shall designate a disturbance coordinator who shall be responsible for responding to any local complaints about construction noise. The noise disturbance coordinator shall determine the cause of the noise complaint (e.g., starting too early, bad muffler, etc.) and identify remedies to correct the problem. A telephone number for the disturbance coordinator shall be conspicuously posted at the construction site.

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MM NOI-2: During case-by-case review of individual projects, the City shall consider the application of the following strategy to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible:
• Temporary Sound Barriers. For construction activities located directly adjacent to sensitive receivers (e.g., residences, schools), temporary sound barriers shall be installed and maintained by the construction contractor between the construction site and adjacent receivers during the demolition, site preparation, grading phases, and building phases of construction. Temporary sound barriers shall consist of either sound blankets or other sound barriers/techniques such as acoustic padding or acoustic walls placed near adjacent residential buildings that have been field-tested to reduce noise. Barriers shall be placed such that the line-of-sight between noisegenerating construction equipment and adjacent sensitive land uses is blocked and shall be placed as close to the source equipment as feasible. As an alternative, applicants may prepare a Noise Study that demonstrates construction noise would not exceed ambient noise levels at nearby sensitive resources. The Noise Study shall incorporate best management practices and other noise reduction measures to reduce noise levels.

Findings
Changes or alterations have been required in, or incorporated into, the Project which avoid or substantially lessen the significant environmental effect as identified in the Final PEIR.

Specific economic, legal, social, technological, or other considerations, including provision of employment opportunities for highly trained workers, make infeasible mitigation measures or Project alternatives identified in the Final PEIR.

Supporting Explanation: Development under the Proposed Plan would implement project-specific design features and mitigation measures on a case-by-case basis to reduce construction noise levels to the maximum extent feasible. However, projects could still result in significant short-term increases in noise levels. Multiple projects, both within and outside of the Plan Area, could combine together, to substantially increase noise levels at specific land uses. Therefore, the significant and unavoidable construction noise impacts identified for the Proposed Plan could add to construction noise impacts associated with cumulative development. The impact of the Proposed Plan is considered significant and unavoidable and therefore the incremental effect of the Proposed Plan related to construction noise would be cumulatively considerable.

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For a combined vibration impact from simultaneous construction projects to reach cumulatively significant levels, intense construction from these projects would have to occur simultaneously in close proximity to a sensitive receptor. Project construction-related vibration would not result in additive vibration in combination with cumulative development in most areas of the City. However, individual development projects near the periphery of the Plan Area could potentially be constructed concurrently with other development adjacent to, but outside the Plan Area, such that intense construction from two or more projects would simultaneously occur in close proximity to existing sensitive receptors. While possible, this would be unlikely. Nevertheless, the significant and unavoidable construction vibration impacts from the Proposed Plan could add to vibration impacts associated with cumulative development on the periphery of the Plan Area. The impact of the Proposed Plan is considered significant and unavoidable, and therefore, the incremental effect of the Proposed Plan on temporary annoyance-related vibration levels would be cumulatively considerable. (Final PEIR pp. 3.8-32 to 3.8-33) F. ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROJECT
State CEQA Guidelines §15126.6(a) requires an evaluation of “a range of reasonable alternatives to the project, or to the location of the project, which would feasibly attain most of the basic objectives of the project, but would avoid or substantially lessen any of the significant effects of the project, and evaluate the comparative merits of the alternatives.” The objectives of the Project are identified in Section 2.0, Project Description, of the Draft EIR, and in Section B of these Findings. Alternatives are used to determine whether or not a variation of the Project would reduce or eliminate significant project impacts within the basic framework of the objectives.

State CEQA Guidelines §15126.6(e) requires that, among other alternatives, a “no project” alternative be evaluated in comparison to the Project. State CEQA Guidelines §15126.6(e)(2) requires that the “no project” analysis “discuss the existing conditions … as well as what would be reasonably expected to occur in the foreseeable future if the project were not approved, based on current plans and consistent with available infrastructure and community services.”
The project alternatives evaluated in detail in the EIR were the following:
• No Project (Alternative 1)
• Reduced Capacity Alternative (Alternative 2)
• Increased Commercial Alternative (Alternative 3)
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F.1 Project Objectives and Legal Requirements
At the time of project approval, the lead agency’s decision-making body must determine whether the alternatives are feasible or not. The lead agency must consider whether specific “economic, legal, social, technological, and other considerations ...make infeasible mitigation measures or alternatives identified in the environmental impact report.” (Pub. Res. Code, § 21081(a)(3); State CEQA Guidelines § 15091(a)(3)).

Importantly, CEQA gives lead agencies the authority to approve a project notwithstanding its significant environmental impacts, if the agency determines it is not “feasible” to lessen or avoid the significant effects. (Pub. Res. Code, § 21002). If the specifically identified benefits of the project outweigh the significant unavoidable environmental impacts, the adverse impacts may be considered “acceptable,” thereby allowing for lead agency approval of the project, notwithstanding such adverse impacts, provided the agency adopts a statement of overriding considerations. (Pub. Res. Code, § 21081.1(b); State CEQA Guidelines § 15093).

As called for by the State CEQA Guidelines, the achievement of project objectives must be balanced by the ability of an alternative to reduce the significant impacts of the project. The objectives of the Heart of Norwalk are as follows:

Objective 1: Create unique places that preserve and represent Norwalk’s history, express Norwalk’s culture, and foment the growth of higher-quality and local businesses that serve the community.

Objective 2: Improve community health and wellness by designing streets, paths, and public spaces to prioritize walking, biking, and other active modes of transportation.

Objective 3: Support the strengthening of communal bonds by creating open spaces for gathering and improving access to community facilities and affordable housing.

Objective 4: Increase the availability of a variety of housing types to meet the existing and future needs of Norwalk residents.

Objective 5: Transform the built environment of the Heart of Norwalk into a sustainable, livable, and people-centered area.

CEQA does not require adoption of an alternative that does not adequately meet most of the basic project objectives as determined by the lead agency decision makers.

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F.2 Findings Regarding Alternatives Considered in the EIR Alternative 1 - No Project
The No Project Alternative is required by Section 15126.6(e)(2) of the State CEQA Guidelines and assumes that the Project would not be implemented. The No Project Alternative allows decision-makers to compare the impacts of approving the Project with the impacts of not approving the Project. However, “no project” does not necessarily mean that development will be prohibited. The No Project Alternative includes “what would be reasonably expected to occur in the foreseeable future if the project were not approved, based on current plans and consistent with available infrastructure and community services.”4 For purposes of this PEIR, the No Project Alternative assumes buildout within the Project Area would occur in accordance with the land uses included in the City of Norwalk 1996 General Plan (General Plan) and implemented by the City’s Zoning Code. The Zoning Code carries out the General Plan policies by regulating development and land uses within the City, consistent with the General Plan.

Consideration of No Project Alternative
Under this alternative, the increased housing density opportunities and reduction of commercial, industrial, and institutional uses proposed in the Project would not be achieved. Thus, the No Project Alternative assumes that without the Project in place to change the underlying land uses, the land uses reflected in the General Plan would be developed. As demonstrated in Table 4.0-1, the No Project Alternative Relationship to the Project Goals (Final EIR pp. 4.0-14), the No Project Alternative would not achieve a majority of the project objectives. In addition, while a limited number of project objectives would be realized under the No Project Alternative, it would be to a lesser extent than the Project, as future development would coincide with the General Plan land uses and zoning.

Findings
The Council finds that while the No Project Alternative results in less significant impacts associated with population increases, such as fire protection, police protection, education, wastewater, and solid waste, it would incrementally increase aesthetic, greenhouse gas, and hazardous materials impacts compared to the Project. Further, the No Project Alternative would not fulfill the Project’s Objectives. Therefore, Alternative 1 is environmentally and socially undesirable, and is therefore rejected. 4 CEQA § 15126.6[e][2]
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Alternative 2 – Reduced Capacity Alternative
The Reduced Capacity Alternative (Alternative 2) would propose that the Proposed Plan would be implemented with a reduced future buildout of the Plan Area. This alternative assumes a 50 percent reduction in development during the life of the Proposed Plan. Alternative 2 would include the following buildout:
• 1,542 housing units
• Net reduction of 173,534 square feet of non-residential uses Implementation of the Reduced Capacity Alternative would result in a reduced buildout within all three districts and corridors proposed under the Proposed Plan. The future buildout of the proposed Firestone Boulevard corridor would be reduced in residential development compared to the Proposed Plan.

Additionally, the future buildout of the proposed San Antonio Boulevard corridor would be reduced in residential and mixed-uses compared to the Proposed Plan.

Consideration of Reduced Capacity Alternative
As shown in Table 4.0-2, Alternative 2 Relationship to the Proposed Plan Objectives (Final EIR pp. 4.0-24), Alternative 2 would result in similar impacts associated with air quality, hydrology and water quality, land use, and construction noise. It would not eliminate the significant impacts associated with the Project (construction air quality emissions and construction noise and vibration) due to the similar increase in new construction in condensed areas, but could result in potentially significant and greater impacts to transportation than the Proposed Plan. Impact areas determined to be less than significant that are incrementally reduced under Alternative 2 include operational aesthetics, cultural and tribal resources, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, operational noise, population, housing, employment, public services (fire protection, education, library system), recreation, and utility impacts (water supply, wastewater, solid waste, electricity, natural gases).

Findings
The City Council finds that while the Reduced Capacity Alternative results in incrementally less significant impacts to operational aesthetics, cultural and tribal resources, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, operational noise, population, housing, employment, public services (fire protection, education, library system), recreation, and utility impacts compared to the Proposed Plan and is the environmentally superior alternative, the reduction in proposed housing and reduction of reduced commercial uses are economically and politically undesirable at this time, therefore this alternative is rejected.

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Alternative 3 – Increased Commercial Alternative
Under this alternative, the Proposed Plan would increase residential and commercial development within the Plan Area. Currently, the Proposed Plan increases residential development and reduces overall nonresidential square footage, including commercial, industrial, and civic. In this alternative, the Plan Area would maintain the proposed residential development and would increase commercial development anticipated under the Plan. Industrial and institutional uses would retain their reduction from the Proposed Plan. Alternative 3 would include the following buildout:
• 3,087 housing units
• 173,250 square feet of new commercial development
• No loss of commercial development
• Maintained a decrease in industrial and institutional uses Implementation of the Increased Commercial Alternative would result in the same residential development and the same corridors plan, but would increase the amount of commercial development.

Consideration of Reduced Capacity Alternative
As shown in Table 4.0-3, Alternative 3 Relationship to the Heart of Norwalk Objectives (Final EIR pp. 4.0- 33), Alternative 3 would result in similar impacts associated with air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality, population, housing, and employment, public services (fire protection, education, library system), and noise. Alternative 3 would result in similar but potentially greater impacts associated with aesthetics, cultural resources (including tribal cultural resources), and utilities (water supply, wastewater, solid waste, electricity, natural gases). It would not eliminate the significant impacts associated with the Project (construction air quality emissions and construction noise and vibration) due to the similar increase in new construction in condensed areas, but could result in potentially significant impacts associated with transportation, unlike the Proposed Plan.

The impact area determined to be less than significant, which is incrementally reduced under Alternative 3, includes land use.

Findings
The City Council finds that the Increased Commercial Development Alternative would achieve all of the Specific Plan objectives. Although Alternative 3 achieves these objectives, Alternative 3 places greater demand on some resources than those in the Proposed Plan. Alternative 3 results in incrementally less significant impacts to land use, but the potentially greater impacts to aesthetics, cultural resources Resolution No. 25-58 Page 76 of 78
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(including tribal cultural resources), and a potentially significant impact on transportation are economically and politically undesirable at this time; therefore, this alternative is rejected.

G STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS
The Norwalk City Council hereby adopts this Statement of Overriding Considerations concerning the unavoidable significant impacts of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan PEIR to explain why the benefits of the Project outweigh and override its unavoidable impacts.

The Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan identifies and discusses significant environmental impacts that could occur as a result of implementation of the Project.

The City Council made specific Findings pursuant to CEQA, on each of the significant environmental impacts of the Project and on mitigation measures and alternatives. Nevertheless, even with implementation of feasible mitigation measures, certain significant and unavoidable impacts related to air quality and noise still remain.

In accordance with Section 15093 of the State CEQA Guidelines, the City Council hereby finds that the following economic, legal, social, environmental, and other benefits of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan outweigh its unavoidable, adverse environmental impacts discussed in the Findings, based on the considerations set forth herein:

G.1 Benefits of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan

1. The Project will provide a total of 3,087 dwelling units, which will assist the City in meeting its share of the Regional Housing Needs Allocation for new residential units and increase the residential population.

2. The Project would accommodate 3,087 units of high-density, infill, mixed-use developments to address the statewide housing crisis.

3. The Project would provide regulatory guidance and standards for future development in the Project Area in furtherance of the objectives articulated in the General Plan by creating cohesive and compatible uses.

4. The Project would improve community health and wellness by designing streets, paths, and public spaces to prioritize walking, biking, and other active modes of transportation, reducing VMT per Service Population and resulting in improved air quality in the City and the region.

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5. The Project would facilitate economic development through the provision of desirable commercial uses in the Plan Area.

6. The Project will accommodate present and future residents in the City with a variety of housing types and open spaces, creating a more diversified residential population and transforming the built environment into a livable and people-centered area.

For the above-mentioned reasons, the City Council hereby finds that the benefits of the Project outweigh and override any adverse environmental impacts associated with the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan.

H. ADOPTION OF A MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM FOR THE

CEQA MITIGATION MEASURES
Section 21081.6 of the Public Resources Code requires this City Council to adopt a monitoring or reporting program regarding the changes in the Project and mitigation measures imposed to lessen or avoid significant effects on the environment. The Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP), included as Chapter 3.0 in the Final EIR, is hereby adopted.

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ATTACHMENT NO. 2
RESOLUTION NO. 25-59

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-02 ADDING A

SPECIFIC PLAN AREA LAND USE DESIGNATION AND CHANGE
SEVERAL LAND USE DESIGNATIONS TO SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 18
WHEREAS, the City has received General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2025-02, a request initiated by the City of Norwalk (“City”) to amend the General Plan to add the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (“Specific Plan”) land use designation and change several land use designations of the project area to Specific Plan Area (SPA) 18. Under the Specific Plan, the following activities are anticipated: (i) 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; (ii) 275,747 square foot reduction in commercial uses; (iii) 18,310 square feet reduction in industrial uses; and 53,011 square feet reduction in institutional uses. The Specific Plan area consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to the Specific Plan Area is provided by I-5, I-605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard / San Antonio Drive; and
WHEREAS, GPA No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025-02, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish Specific Plan Area No. 18, and Environmental Impact Report SCH 2024040140 were initiated by the City in conjunction with this request (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, GPA No. 2025-02 is consistent with the 6th Cycle Housing Element Program 1.1, which requires the completion of zoning code amendments and rezoning to help the City accomplish its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 5,034 units. The Housing Element accounted for many of the sites within the Heart of Norwalk area as residential inventory sites available for development. Therefore, the Housing Element contains a program that commits to adopting the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan, which would allow residential use at higher density; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.02.105 of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) requires a recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission to City Council on GPA No. 2025- 02; and
WHEREAS, the Specific Plan area will help establish a “Downtown” for the City, and will guide the City’s growth through development of the area over the next 30 years; and WHEREAS, the Project will include development standards, land use regulations and design guidelines to ensure quality and responsible development of the Specific Plan area; and
WHEREAS, the boundaries of the Specific Plan area were strategically created to provide protection to existing single-family neighborhoods and other adjoining properties; and Resolution No. 25-59 Page 2 of 5
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on November 12, 2025, to consider GPA No. 2025-02, at which time oral and documentary evidence related to the Project were received and the Planning Commission adopted Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-16, 25-17, 25-18, 25-19 and 25-20, recommending that the City Council Approved GPA No. 2025-02, GPA No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025- 02, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish Specific Plan Area No. 18, and Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2024040140
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on December 2, 2025, to consider the Final EIR and the proposed Project, and to solicit comments on the documents from staff, the public, and the City’s consultant team; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Report (“Final EIR”), which consists of the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, comments to the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, and written responses to comments on the Draft EIR, which analyzes the potential significant environmental impacts of GPA No. 2025-02 along with other aspects of the Specific Plan; and WHEREAS, all of the requirements of the Public Resources Code and State CEQA Guidelines have been satisfied by the City in connection with the preparation of the Final EIR, which is sufficiently detailed so that all of the potentially significant environmental effects of the Project have been adequately evaluated; and
WHEREAS, the Final EIR sufficiently analyzes the Project’s potentially significant environmental impacts and a reasonable range of feasible alternatives capable of reducing these effects to less than significant levels to the extent feasible.

WHEREAS, all other legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated as substantive findings in this Resolution.

Section 2. The General Plan contains a thorough inventory, assessment, and analysis of social, physical, and economic issues related to the long-range development of the community. The City Council has determined that the proposed General Plan Amendment is not detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. It will improve the economic development of the area and surroundings.

Section 3. The City Council has reviewed and analyzed the Final EIR and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (“MMRP”) and hereby certifies that (i) the Final EIR has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines, (ii) the Final EIR was presented to the City and the City has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final EIR prior to considering adoption of the Specific Plan, and (iii) the Final EIR reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City.

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Section 4. The City Council certifies the Final EIR, adopts the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adopts the MMRP.

Section 5. The proposed General Plan Amendment will be in the public interest and reflects the current and contemplated land uses of the area as well as between the General Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map.

Section 6. The City Council approves GPA No. 2025-02, which amends the General Plan and Land Use Map to reflect changes contained in Exhibit “A”.

Section 7. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution and it shall go into effect immediately upon its adoption.

Section 8. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Norwalk and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed assistant, is directed to attest thereto.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of December 2025.
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TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT "A"

PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION
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HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICTS
ATTACHMENT NO. 3
RESOLUTION NO. 25-60

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-03 AMENDING

THE GENERAL PLAN CIRCULATION ELEMENT TO RECLASSIFY

SEVERAL STREET CLASSIFICATIONS WITHIN THE SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18
WHEREAS, the City has received General Plan Amendment (“GPA”) No. 2025-03, a request initiated by the City to amend the General Plan Circulation element to reclassify several street classifications within the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan (“Specific Plan”) area.

Under the Specific Plan the following is anticipated: (i) 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; (ii) 275,747 square foot reduction in commercial uses; (iii) 18,310 square feet reduction in industrial uses; and 53,011 square feet reduction in institutional uses. The project site consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to the Specific Plan Area is provided by I-5, I-605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard / San Antonio Drive; and
WHEREAS, GPA No. 2025-02, Zone Change No. 2025-02, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04, and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) State Clearinghouse (SCH) No. 2024040140 were initiated by the City in conjunction with this request (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, Section 17.02.105 of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) requires a recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission to City Council on General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2025-03; and
WHEREAS, the Subject area will help establish a “Downtown” for the City, the Project will guide the City’s growth through development of the area over the next 30 years; and WHEREAS, the Project will include development standards, land use regulations and design guidelines to ensure quality and responsible development of the area; and WHEREAS, the boundaries of the Specific Plan area were strategically created to provide protection to existing single-family neighborhoods and other adjoining properties; and WHEREAS, GPA No. 2025-03, amends the City’s General Plan Circulation Element, which would help facilitate development of the Project area by reclassifying certain intersection within the area and help preserve the “downtown feel” and reduce traffic, therefore, creating a more walkable community; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on November 12, 2025, to consider GPA No. 2025-02, at which time oral and documentary evidence related to the Project were received and the Planning Commission adopted Planning Commission Resolution No. 25-16, 25-17, 25-18, 25-19 and 25-20, recommending Resolution No. 25-60 Page 2 of 6
that City Council approve GPA No. 2025-02, GPA No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025-02, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish Specific Plan Area (SPA) No. 18, and EIR SCH No. 2024040140
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on December 2, 2025, to consider the Final EIR and the proposed Project, and to solicit comments on the documents from staff, the public, and the City’s consultant team; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Report (“Final EIR”), which consists of the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, comments to the Draft EIR and its associated technical appendices, written responses to comments on the Draft EIR and minor corrections to the Draft EIR, which analyzes the potential significant environmental impacts of the Project including GPA No. 2025-03; and WHEREAS, all of the requirements of the Public Resources Code and State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines have been satisfied by the City in connection with the preparation of the Final EIR, which is sufficiently detailed so that all of the potentially significant environmental effects of the Project have been adequately evaluated; and WHEREAS, the Final EIR sufficiently analyzes the Project’s potentially significant environmental impacts and a reasonable range of feasible alternatives capable of reducing these effects to less than significant levels to the extent feasible.

WHEREAS, all other legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated as substantive findings in this Resolution.

Section 2. The General Plan contains a thorough inventory, assessment, and analysis of social, physical, and economic issues related to the long-range development of the community. The Planning Commission has determined that the proposed General Plan Amendment is not detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of the community. It will improve the economic development of the property and surroundings.

Section 3. The City Council has reviewed and analyzed the Final EIR and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (“MMRP”) and hereby recommends that the City Council of the City of Norwalk certify that (i) the Final EIR has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of CEQA and the State CEQA Guidelines, (ii) the Final EIR was presented to the City and the City has reviewed and considered the information contained in the Final EIR prior to considering adoption of the Project, and (iii) the Final EIR reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City.

Section 4. The City Council further recommends that City Council certify the Final EIR, adopt the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations and adopt the MMRP.

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Section 5. The proposed GPA will be in the public interest and reflects the current and contemplated land uses of the area as well as between the General Plan Land Use Map and Zoning Map.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution and it shall go into effect immediately upon its adoption.

Section 7. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his signature to this Resolution signifying its adoption by the City Council of the City of Norwalk and the City Clerk, or her duly appointed assistant, is directed to attest thereto.

APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 2nd day of December 2025.
_______________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_______________________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT "A"
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EXHIBIT "B"
ATTACHMENT NO. 4
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1765

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONE
CHANGE NO. 2025-02 TO AMEND SEVERAL ZONING DESIGNATIONS TO SPECIFIC PLAN AREA NO. 18, THE “HEART OF NORWALK
SPECIFIC PLAN”
WHEREAS, the City has initiated Zoning Change No. 2025-02, to amend several existing zoning designations to Specific Plan Area No. 18 (SPA No. 18) for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan. Under the SPA No. 18, the following is anticipated: (i) 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; (ii) 275,747 square foot reduction in commercial uses; (iii) 18,310 square feet reduction in industrial uses; and 53,011 square feet reduction in institutional uses. The Specific Plan area consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to the Specific Plan Area is provided by I-5, I-605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard / San Antonio Drive; and WHEREAS, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-02, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-03, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish SPA No. 18, and Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2024040140 were initiated in conjunction with Zone Change No. 2025-02 (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, once the City adopts its general plan, it may prepare specific plans for the systematic implementation of the general plan for all or a part of the area covered by the general plan pursuant to Government Code §65450; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code §65454, a Specific Plan must be consistent with the City’s general plan; and
WHEREAS, SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” would allow for the redevelopment of several sites within the Project area and allow for additional development opportunities to current sites within the Project. The proposed plan introduces new land uses and development standards that will enhance the central core of the city by introducing mixed-uses and open spaces; and WHEREAS, Zoning Change No. 2025-02 establishing SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” is consistent with the goals and policies in the City’s General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Specific Plan is consistent with the 6th Cycle Housing Element Program 1.1, which requires the completion of zoning code amendments and rezoning to help the City accomplish its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 5,034 units. The Housing Element accounted for many of the sites within the Heart of Norwalk area as residential inventory sites available for development. Therefore, the Housing Element contains a program that commits to adopting SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan”, which would allow residential use at higher density; and WHEREAS, pursuant to §17.02.260.C of the Norwalk Municipal Code, on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing and voted to recommend that City Council approve Zone Change No. 2025-02; and WHEREAS, the Project requires an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to be certified and a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Findings of Fact be adopted for significant and unavoidable impacts pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the EIR for the proposed Project, including Zoning Change No. 2025- 02, was certified by the City of Norwalk City Council on December 2, 2025, through City Council Resolution No. 25-58; and
WHEREAS, on December 2, 2025, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this ordinance and considered all oral and documentary evidence presented thereto.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK DOES ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated as substantive findings in this Ordinance.

Section 2. The City Council certified the Final EIR on December 2, 2025 through City Council Resolution No. 25-58.

Section 3. The City Council hereby adopt Zone Change No. 2025-02 as indicated in Exhibit “A”.

Section 4. Severability. If any section, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared unconstitutional.

Section 5. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

ATTACHMENT NO. 4
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ____ day of ___________, 2025. __________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
ATTACHMENT NO. 4
EXHIBIT "A"

PROPOSED ZONING

HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICTS
ATTACHMENT NO. 5
ORDINANCE NO. 25-1766

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF NORWALK ADOPTING ZONING
TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2025-04 ESTABLISHING SPECIFIC PLAN
AREA NO. 18, THE HEART OF NORWALK SPECIFIC PLAN
WHEREAS, the City has received Zone Text Amendment No. 2025-04 to establish Specific Plan Area (SPA) No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan”. Under SPA, the following is anticipated: (i) 3,087 residential units and a net increase of 2,285,418 square feet of residential development; (ii) 275,747 square foot reduction in commercial uses; (iii) 18,310 square feet reduction in industrial uses; and 53,011 square feet reduction in institutional uses. The project site consists of approximately 615 acres, roughly bounded by Imperial Highway to the north; I-5 Freeway to the east; Rosecrans Avenue to the south; and Pioneer Boulevard to the west. Regional access to SPA No. 18 is provided by I-5, I605, I-105, and U.S. Route 91. Local access is provided by Imperial Highway, Pioneer Boulevard, Rosecrans Avenue, and Norwalk Boulevard / San Antonio Drive; and WHEREAS, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-02, General Plan Amendment No. 2025-03, Zone Change No. 2025-02, and Environmental Impact Report SCH No. 2024040140 were initiated by the City in conjunction with this request; and WHEREAS, once the City adopts its general plan, it may prepare specific plans for the systematic implementation of the general plan for all or a part of the area covered by the general plan pursuant to Government Code §65450; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code §65454, a specific plan must be consistent with the City’s general plan; and
WHEREAS, SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” would allow for the redevelopment of several sites within the Project area and allow for additional development opportunities to current sites within the Project. The proposed plan introduces new land uses and development standards that will enhance the central core of the city by introducing mixed-uses and open spaces; and WHEREAS, Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 establishing SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” is consistent with the goals and policies in the City’s General Plan; and
WHEREAS, SPA No. 18 is consistent with the 6th Cycle Housing Element Program

1.1, which requires the completion of zoning code amendments and rezoning to help the City accomplish its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 5,034 units. The Housing Element accounted for many of the sites within the Heart of Norwalk area as residential inventory sites available for development. Therefore, the Housing Element contains a program that commits to adopting SPA No. 18, “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan”, which would allow residential use at higher density; and Ordinance No. 25-1766 Page 1 of 366
WHEREAS, pursuant to §17.02.260.C of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC), on November 12, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing and voted to recommend that City Council approve Zoning Text Amendment 2025-04; and WHEREAS, the project requires an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) to be certified and a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Findings of Fact be adopted for significant and unavoidable impacts pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the EIR for the proposed Project, including Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04, was certified by the City of Norwalk City Council on December 2, 2025 through City Council Resolution No. 25-58; and
WHEREAS, on December 2, 2025, City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this ordinance and considered all oral and documentary evidence presented thereto.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are hereby incorporated as substantive findings in this Ordinance.

Section 2. The City Council certified the Final EIR on December 2, 2025, through City Council Resolution No. 25-58.

Section 3. The proposed Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 establishing SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan” is in compliance with the NMC and the Norwalk General Plan, in conjunction with the recommended General Plan Land Use designation of SPA No. 18. It is consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan as it will provide housing opportunities, including affordable housing, allowing for the development of a variety of uses including residential, commercial, hospitality, and open space, and promote transit ridership and multimodal opportunities.

Section 4. SPA No. 18. Once the City adopts its general plan, it may prepare specific plans for the systematic implementation of the general plan for all or a part of the area covered by the general plan. (California Government Code §65450). In order for a specific plan to be adopted, it must be consistent with the City’s general plan. (California Government Code §65454). As such, City Council hereby adopts Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 establishing SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” based on the following findings of fact:

A. SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” is consistent with the City’s General Plan goals, objectives, and objectives set forth in Section 1.4 of SPA No.

18. B. SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” is compatible with present and future development of the area within the immediate vicinity because the project is surrounded by a mix of residential and commercial uses.

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C. SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare or adversely affect property values or the present and future development of surrounding areas. Potential future development of the subject area will be compatible with surrounding residential and commercial uses.

D. The permitted uses and development standards adopted as part of the Specific Plan would not be detrimental to present and potential surrounding uses but would have a beneficial effect which could not have been achieved under pre-existing zoning.

E. Based on proposed development standards contained in SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” buildings and structures are to be situated in a manner that minimizes impact on existing uses.

F. SPA No. 18, the “Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan,” is in compliance with the Norwalk Municipal Code and the Norwalk General Plan, in conjunction with the recommended General Plan Land Use designation of Specific Plan. It is consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan as it will allow for the development of a variety of uses, including residential, commercial, and open space, and promote transit ridership and multimodal opportunities.

Section 5. The City Council hereby adopts Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-04 as indicated in Exhibit “A”.

Section 6. Severability. If any section, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional, or otherwise invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases may be declared unconstitutional.

Section 7. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published or posted as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _____ day of ________, 2025. __________________________

TONY AYALA
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________

THERESA DEVOY, CMC

CITY CLERK
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CITY OF NORWALK

CITY COUNCIL HEARING DRAFT
NOVEMBER 2025

HEART OF NORWALK

SPECIFIC PLAN
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
City Council
Mayor Tony Ayala
Vice Mayor Jennifer Perez
Council Member Margarita L. Rios
Council Member Rick Ramirez
Council Member Ana Valencia
City Manager
Jesus M. Gomez
Ozzie Ramos, Deputy
Planning Commission
Linda Lopez, Chair
Kim Apodaca, Vice Chair
Rosa Barragan, Planning Commissioner
Chris Macias, Planning Commissioner
Lisa Vernola-Salas, Planning Commissioner
Community Development Department
Alex Hamilton, Interim Community
Development Director
Nancy Lee, Development Services Manager
Carlos Rojas, Senior Planner
Public Services Department
Glen Kau, Public Services Director/City Engineer
Mario Mera, Engineering Division Manager
Run Chen, Principal Civil Engineer
Randy Hillman, Associate Engineer
Department of Parks and Recreation
Allan Perdomo, Director of
Recreation and Park Services
Department of Communications & Public Affairs
Levy Sun,
Director of Community and Public Affairs
City of Norwalk Transit System
Jim Parker, Executive Director of
Regional Transportation
Consultant Team
The Arroyo Group, Planning, Urban Design and Community Engagement Kosmont Companies, Economics
Sherwood Design Engineers, Civil Engineering
Iteris, Traffic and Transportation
Walker Consultants, Parking
Impact Sciences, Environmental
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Front St Historic District (Refer Chapter 3)
Front Street
Passthrough
Local Streets
Town Square District (Refer Chapter 4)
Pioneer Boulevard
Orange Street
Triangle District (Refer Chapter 5)
Passthrough
Woods Avenue
Firestone Blvd Corridor (Refer Chapter 6)
Firestone Boulevard

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East Front Street
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Project Background.............................................................................................. 2

1.2 The Opportunity.................................................................................................... 4

1.3 Community Engagement ...................................................................................10

1.4 About This Plan...................................................................................................14 Chapter 2: Urban Design Framework

2.1 Community Values and Urban Design...............................................................20

2.2 Mobility Framework............................................................................................30 Chapter 3: Front Street Historic District

3.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................46

3.2 Goals and Policies .............................................................................................54 Front Street ................................................................................................................54 Passthrough...............................................................................................................66 Local Streets ..............................................................................................................70 Signage and Wayfinding .............................................................................................72

3.3 Front Street District- Zoning and Design Guideline .........................................74 Chapter 4: Town Square District

4.1 Vision and Framework .......................................................................................88

4.2 Public Realm.......................................................................................................96 Five Points Intersection ..............................................................................................98 San Antonio Drive Linear Park ................................................................................. 100 Pioneer Boulevard................................................................................................... 102 Orange Street.......................................................................................................... 106 Rosecrans Avenue................................................................................................... 108

4.3 Zoning and Design Guidelines........................................................................ 110 Chapter 5: Triangle District

5.1 Vision and Framework .................................................................................... 120

5.2 Public Realm.................................................................................................... 126 Triangle District........................................................................................................ 128 Passthrough............................................................................................................ 130 Woods Avenue......................................................................................................... 132

5.3 Zoning and Design Guidelines........................................................................ 136 Chapter 6: Firestone Corridor

6.1 Framework and Vision .................................................................................... 148

6.2 Public Realm.................................................................................................... 152 Firestone Boulevard (Imperial Highway to Pioneer Boulevard)........................... 154 Firestone Boulevard (Pioneer Boulevard to Norwalk Boulevard......................... 158

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Chapter 7: San Antonio Corridor

7.1 Vision and Framework ................................................................................................. 186

7.2 Public Realm ................................................................................................................ 192 San Antonio Drive (Five Points Intersection to Foster Road)............................................ 194 San Antonio Drive (Foster Road to Olive Street).......................................................... 200 San Antonio Drive/Norwalk Boulevard (Freeway to Civic Center Segment).................. 206

7.3 Zoning and Design Guidelines .................................................................................... 208 Chapter 8: Norwalk Railway Trail

8.1 Vision and Framework ................................................................................................. 224

8.2 Public Realm ................................................................................................................ 228 Norwalk Rail Trail....................................................................................................... 230

8.3 Zoning and Design Guidelines .................................................................................... 232 Chapter 9: Infrastructure

9.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................. 246

9.2 Potable Water............................................................................................................... 248

9.3 Wastewater ................................................................................................................. 252

9.4 Stormwater and Hydrology .......................................................................................... 256

9.5 Electricity ......................................................................................................................264

9.6 Natural Gas .................................................................................................................. 266

9.7 Communications.......................................................................................................... 270 Chapter 10: Implementation

10.1 Implementation ......................................................................................................... 272 Ordinance No. 25-1766 Page 8 of 366
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Appendix A: Zoning Procedures, Development Standards and Design Guidelines A.1 Administration.............................................................................................................. 286 A.2 Site Planning and Access............................................................................................. 290 A.3 Building Manipulation and Articulation....................................................................... 292 A.4 Corner Buildings........................................................................................................... 296 A.5 Materials, Finishes, and Color..................................................................................... 298 A.6 Entries........................................................................................................................... 300 A.7 Outdoor Dining ............................................................................................................. 302 A.8 Residential Privacy....................................................................................................... 304 A.9 Residential Open Space .............................................................................................. 306 A.10 Exterior Lighting ......................................................................................................... 308 A11 Walls and Fencing....................................................................................................... 310 A.12 Noise and Buffering................................................................................................... 312 A.13 Loading Areas, Trash, and Utilities............................................................................ 314 A.14 Parking Structures ..................................................................................................... 316 A.15 Frontage Standards................................................................................................... 318 A.16 Drive-Thru Standards................................................................................................. 324 A.17 Signage....................................................................................................................... 326 A.18 Parking Strategy ........................................................................................................ 328 Appendix B: Zoning Reference
B Zoning Reference ............................................................................................................ 332 Appendix C: Plant Palettes
C Plant Pallettes ................................................................................................................. 346

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION
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1.1 Project Background
Community enjoying Front Street Fridays Event
Residents showing their Norwalk pride
Norwalk: A Connected Community
Norwalk is a connected and vibrant community where
residents from diverse backgrounds unite during citysponsored events like Front Street Fridays and the weekly Norwalk Certified Farmers Market. Families
and students take great pride in representing their
local schools, while online communities, born during
the pandemic, continue to thrive and grow.

Despite this strong sense of unity, Norwalk faces
a notable gap: the absence of communal spaces
that cultivate and enhance the city’s cultural fabric
and interpersonal connections. Presently, there is
no clear downtown area, and since the conclusion
of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a
palpable desire among residents for more places to
engage with each other and strengthen the broader
community identity.

The Heart of Norwalk Plan aims to address this
need by creating a tangible and dynamic ‘heart’
of the city. This will encompass a network of linked,
sustainable, and vibrant districts at the city’s core,
creating central gathering places for the entire
community of Norwalk.

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Historic Front Street Railroad Depot.

Source: Los Angeles Herald
Historic Norwalk Town Square
Front Street - Existing Condition with abandoned
storefronts
History
Norwalk was established in the 1880s, catalyzed
by the introduction of a railroad line, with a station
which created the town’s main street, known as
Front Street. Front Street served as the main street
and heart of community life for several decades while
Norwalk experienced rapid expansion, marked by the
construction of homes, factories, industrial farms,
schools, railroads, and highways through the early
20th century. In the 1950s, a new commercial hub,
Norwalk Town Square, was developed at the southern
edge of the community, at the intersection of Pioneer
Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue. Both the original
town center on Front Street and the newer Norwalk
Town Square became focal points for shopping
and social gatherings, reinforcing the community’s
cohesion.

In 1957, Norwalk was incorporated as a city. As
urban development continued, Norwalk found
itself surrounded by suburban municipalities like
Santa Fe Springs, Downey, Bellflower, Artesia, and
Cerritos, some of which have developed malls and
other commercial districts that attract both local and
regional visitors. Since its incorporation, Norwalk
has been recognized as a quintessential workingand middle-class suburb situated along the corridor between Los Angeles and Orange County. However,
the town centers that once nurtured local connections
have dwindled over recent decades. Today, residents
of Norwalk often travel to neighboring communities
to enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment in lively
commercial districts.

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1.2 The Opportunity
This section describes the opportunities present in
the Heart of Norwalk that make it a prime location for
revitalization and redevelopment.

Centrally Located, Lack of Competition
As of 2023, Norwalk had approximately 100,000
residents who spent approximately $702 million
across key retail goods and services – yet these
residents’ time and money has been diverted away to
other communities and activities.

The market analysis has identified that approximately

1.26 million individuals reside within a fifteen-minute drive, all experiencing a scarcity of leisure, recreation, and multifamily housing options in a true urban
atmosphere. Emerging downtown areas in nearby
cities like Downey, Artesia, and Bellflower are still in their infancy, and the nearest well-established urban
centers—Uptown Whittier, Downtown Fullerton, and
Anaheim City Center—are at least a fifteen-minute
drive away, which can double during peak traffic times.

The Heart of Norwalk not only promises local prospects
but also carries regional significance. It is situated
along the Los Angeles-Orange Counties I-5 corridor,
the nation’s most trafficked stretch of interstate.

Remarkably, the 35-mile stretch between Los Angeles
City Hall and Disneyland, approximately an hour’s
journey, is notably lacking in major destinations. The
Heart of Norwalk is strategically positioned almost
exactly in the middle of this span.

Accessibility is a strong suit for the Heart of Norwalk.

The I-5 has recently undergone expansion nearby,
and the proximity of I-605 and I-105 enhances the
area’s connectivity. Public transportation is set to play an increasingly vital role. Thanks to voter-approved
initiatives, Metrolink is preparing to boost regional rail services to intervals of no more than thirty minutes
throughout the day.

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Potential Market Area and Competitive Districts
USGS The National Map: National Boundaries Dataset, 3DEP Elevation Program,

























Specific Plan Area
Transit Map
City of Norwalk
15 Min Drive Time
Major Cities
Downtown Districts
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1.2 THE OPPORTUNITY
Norwalk Household Income 2014 to 2022
Norwalk Median Age 2010 to 2022
Evolving Tastes and Desires
The tastes and preferences of Norwalk residents
are evolving alongside demographic shifts. From
2010 to 2022, the median age of the city’s residents
has increased from 33.7 to 35.6 years, indicating a
population that has stabilized, often residing in Norwalk for many years.

Economic conditions in Norwalk have also seen
substantial improvement. The median household
income rose from $60,523 in 2014 to $91,259 in
2022, marking a shift from the city’s previous status as a lower-middle-class community. This economic uplift
has stabilized the welfare of its residents, setting the stage for continued increases in median household
income.

This continuing rise in affluence in Norwalk is expected to not only expand demand for more sophisticated
commercial amenities beyond the discount and bigbox retailers that dominate the area today. Among other things, increased prosperity suggests that adult
children residing in multigenerational households will
soon have the financial capability to seek independent
living arrangements. This shift is likely to fuel demand for innovative housing solutions, such as multifamily
mixed-use buildings and townhomes, strategically
located near key commercial and entertainment
centers.

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Housing Needs and Opportunities
Market demand for new multifamily housing in
Norwalk is robust, driven by a notably low vacancy
rate of just 1.4% in Norwalk and the surrounding
areas. This scarcity of available units underscores the pressing need for additional multifamily residential
developments in the city. Over the past decade, from
2011 to 2021, there has been limited construction of
new housing in Norwalk, further amplifying the need
for new developments in this sector.

Additionally, the City of Norwalk is tasked with
facilitating the development of 5,034 new housing
units as part of its sixth cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). Of these required units, 1,546
must be designated as very low income, 759 as low
income, 658 as moderate income, and 2,071 as above
moderate income. The City must adjust the zoning, as
necessary, for Housing Element opportunity sites to
permit the development of 5,034 new units by 2029.

This level of demand is unprecedented, representing
a 2,400% increase compared to the City’s fifth cycle
RHNA, which required only 201 new units. Given this
extraordinary challenge, the Heart of Norwalk Specific
Plan must establish higher residential densities to
incentivize developers to meet state mandates and
address the sixth cycle RHNA.

The following includes descriptions of relevant
residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments
in the City as well as incoming developments that are
due to bring positive growth to the City.

Metropointe Apartments (See “Norwalk
Metropointe Apartments” image to the right)
The Norwalk Metropointe Apartments, located at
11615 E. Firestone Boulevard in the northwest
corner of the Specific Plan area, were built in 1989.

The development includes 249 units at a density of
49 dwelling units per acre, establishing a precedent
for higher-density development within the Specific
Plan area. As of May 2024, the asking rent for a one
bedroom unit in the complex was $2,320, for a two
bedroom unit was $2,575, and for a three bedroom
unit was $3,254.

Brandywine Live/Work Townhomes.

Source: Redfin
Norwalk Transit Village Rendering.

Source: Perkins & Will
Norwalk Metropointe Apartments.

Source: Apartments.com
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1.2 THE OPPORTUNITY
Norwalk Entertainment District concept.

Source: Primestor
The Walk Rendering.

Source: Primestor
Norwalk Transit Village Rendering.

Source: Perkins & Will
Brandywine Live/Work Project (See “Brandywine
Live/Work Townhomes” images on page 7)
Recently, the City of Norwalk approved a certificate
of occupancy for the Brandywine Live/Work Project,
located on San Antonio Drive within the northern
portion of the Specific Plan area. Prior to development, the site was occupied by a single family home and
two commercial buildings. This new three story
development includes 27 townhomes (split into six
buildings), 11 of which have live-work components
on the bottom floor. This townhome development was
build at a density of 22 units per acre.

Norwalk Transit Village (See “Norwalk Transit
Village Rendering” image on page 7 and to the
right)
The Norwalk Transit Village was approved on the
32 acre former site of the publicly owned California
Youth Authority Southern Correctional Facility which
is outside of the Specific Plan area. The large scale
development will include new commercial spaces, an
150 room hotel, 770 residential units (apartments
and townhomes), open space, parks, and community
spaces. Approximately 40% of the housing units are
approved to be income restricted for lower income
households. The Norwalk Transit Village will be located in close proximity to high quality transit, the Norwalk/ Santa Fe Springs Metrolink Station.

The Walk (See “The Walk Rendering” image to the
right)
The Walk, previously known as the Norwalk
Entertainment District was approved by City Council
in November of 2022. The District is located on the
publicly owned 13.2 acre site abutting Norwalk City
Hall, at the intersection of Norwalk Boulevard and
Imperial Highway. This site is located just northwest
of the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan area. Upon
completion, The Walk will consist of 350 residential
units, 110,000 square feet of new commercial uses,
and public open space. The District’s new commercial
uses will greatly increase interest in living in the City.

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Opportunity site (former car wash site) on Firestone
Boulevard
Underutilized building on the north side of Front Street Many Opportunity Sites
Many of the land uses and structures in the Specific
Plan area have become worn and underutilized
as the City expanded and newer developments
captured the market. The major corridors through
the Specific Plan area are zoned for commercial use,
yet they provide few markets, stores, restaurants and
entertainment venues for local residents. A survey
of the Specific Plan area found the three largest
land uses in the area are single family uses, larger
multifamily uses, and government owned land uses
respectively. However, these residential land uses
encompass concentrated areas of the Specific
Plan area not targeted for new development. The
next largest land uses in the area are commercial
services uses, automotive uses, shopping center,
small scale multifamily uses, institutional and utility uses, concentrated on corridors.

The condition of the buidings in the Specific Plan Area range from good to poor. Only 10% of the buildings in
the Specific Plan are are in good condition, while 48%
are in fair condition, and 43% are in poor condition.

The buildings in fair and especially in poor condition
tend to be older buildings, likely 30 to 40 years old.

Buildings in fair and poor condition in the Specific
Plan area present redevelopment opportunities.

Additionally, improvement value to total value (IVTV)
ratios for properties in the area reveal an area ripe for redevelopment. Approximately 34% of the properties
in the Specific Plan area feature low ratios ranging
from 0 to 40%, indicating that existing buildings are
underbuilt.

Additionally, according to Existing Conditions and
Market Demand Analysis, approximately half of the
retail, office and industrial spaces in the Specific Plan Area that are over 40 years old (528,100 square feet)
could be replaced or re-imagined over the coming
decade.

For the purposes of the development capacity, the
planning team assumed roughly that projects needed
to meet the following criteria:
• Poor building condition or an IVTV ratio of 40% of
less
• At least 1/2 acre in size or can be combined with
neighboring site(s) to create a 1/2 acre site
Forty-six sites met this criteria and were used to
determine the anticipated buildout of the Specific Plan.

Example of poor quality building in Specific Plan Area
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Prior to this Specific Plan, the project team undertook a Vision Plan for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan
Area to confirm the general direction and vision for the area. The Vision Plan was adopted by the City Council
in July 2021 and this Specific Plan further builds on
that vision.

Through an extensive community engagement process
for the Vision Plan and Specific Plan, the Norwalk
community’s feedback shaped the direction of the
future of the Heart of Norwalk. The combined Vision
Plan and Specific Plan community engagement process
started in December 2020 and ended in September
2024. The project team engaged the community
through various methods such as project websites in
English and Spanish, City email and text messaging
services, Norwalk Now press releases, project social
media accounts (Instagram, Facebook), bilingual
informational videos, a community survey, four
community workshops (in-person and virtual), and
event specific engagement events. As a result of these
community engagement efforts, the project team were
able to extract three key community values that were
ultimately used to shape the Heart of Norwalk Specific
Plan: Pride in People and Place, Health and Wellness,
and Supportive Community (See Section 2.1).

Engagement Activities
The project team undertook a comprehensive public
outreach initiative for the Vision Plan from December
2020 to March 2021. This initiative aimed to gather
insights into the community’s values, knowledge, and
aspirations for the area’s future to shape a compelling and feasible vision for the area.

1.3 Community Engagement
The project team undertook another public outreach
initiative from March 2022 to September 2024 for the
Specific Plan. This initiative aimed to gather specific feedback from the community regarding preferred
land uses, intensity of land uses, urban design, and
streetscape design.

Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic,
the Vision Plan outreach campaign had a wide reach.

Approximately 5,300 Norwalk residents participated
directly, and every household was informed about
the campaign through Norwalk Now and social media
platforms. The Specific Plan outreach campaign was
also successful. Through in-person outreach events
for the Specific Plan, approximately 600 stakeholders
were engaged. Approximately 1,845 stakeholders
engaged with the Specific Plan outreach campaign
via social media, 841 via Facebook and 1,004 via
Instagram. Additionally, in 2025, the City of Norwalk
hosted property owner engagement meetings to share
the Draft Specific Plan and respond to questions/
feedback.

Key initiatives for the Vision Plan and Specific Plan
included:

Information dissemination and outreach
We launched two dedicated websites (HeartOfNorwalk.
com and CorazonDeNorwalk.com) in English and
Spanish to provide information about the Vision Plan
and Specific Plan, attracting 3,762 unique visitors
thus far. During the Vision Plan, we leveraged the City’s email and text messaging services through Campaign
Rep to reach Firestone Corridor and San Antonio
Village residents. Norwalk Now featured articles
prompting community engagement during the Vision
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Vision Plan
Community
Engagement
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025+
Winter
Winter
Spring
Spring
Summer
Summer
Initial Community
Survey and
Workshops
Urban Design Concepts
Adoption
Community Workshops:

Refine Vision
Land Use Plan
Council Check-In
Adoption
Environmental Initiation
Public Review
Transportation &
Street Improvements
Development Projects
Implementation Specific Plan & Implementation Strategy
+960
978
841
+175 3545
Social Media Engagement
Workshop and
Event Attendees
500
Survey Responses
363
290 Digital
73 Printed
100
Development Projects
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1.3 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Virtual Community Workshop for the Vision Plan
Specific Plan In-Person Community Workshop
Vision Plan Informational Video
social media outreach was conducted via Instagram
to solicit feedback from online only stakeholders and
notify all 1,004 following stakeholders about upcoming
engagement events.

Informational videos
For the Vision Plan, four bilingual informational
videos were produced in collaboration with City staff,
highlighting the history and challenges of the area
and inviting community input. These videos amassed
3,545 views on social media.

Digital and print community survey
For the Vision Plan we administered a community
survey in both online and print formats, with 363 total respondents: 73 in print and 290 online. Print surveys, distributed via social services and the Senior Center’s meal delivery, targeted lower-income demographics.

Overall, respondents were 61% homeowners, 27%
renters and 10% employees in Norwalk. 14% of
respondents were above 65 years of age.

Social media campaign
The Arroyo Group has created and managed the
“HeartOfNorwalk” social media accounts on Instagram
and Facebook. During the Vision Plan process, the
accounts gained significant traction, reaching 366
followers on Instagram and 173 followers on Facebook.

In total, 1,135 people engaged with the accounts
by commenting or liking posts. “HeartOfNorwalk”
became a recognizable brand among some members
of the local Instagram community, with people tagging
and posting about the account regularly. During the
Specific Plan process, the Instagram account following
grew to 1,004 and the Facebook account following
grew to 841. In total, during the Specific Plan process, 1,845 people engaged with the accounts.

Community Workshops
During the Vision Plan process, the project team
conducted two virtual community workshops in
English and one in Spanish. Additionally, the project
team held a virtual workshop with approximately
30 participants and staff of the Norwalk Parks and
Recreation Department’s Teen Alliance Program (TAP).

Each workshop involved an educational/background
portion, survey questions, and breakout group design
charrettes, in which the participants collaborated to
create a desired land use plan and shared their ideas
about the types of environments that they wanted
to see in various portions of the Heart of Norwalk. A
total of 67 community members participated in the
workshops.

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Front Street Friday Engagement for the Specific Plan
In-Person Community Workshop for the Specific Plan
Front Street Friday Engagement for the Specific Plan
During the Specific Plan process, the project team
conducted one virtual community workshop and one inperson community workshop in May 2022.The virtual workshop was attended by 10 stakeholders and the
in-person workshop was attended by 40 stakeholders.

Both workshops involved a presentation regarding the
history of the Vision Plan and the direction collected
from the community. Following this presentation,
workshops participants perused topic boards, were
able to ask questions, and were able to leave feedback.

Front Street Fridays and City Sponsored Events
During the Specific Plan process, the project
team engaged stakeholders during four Front
Street Friday events. Front Street Fridays bring the
community, community resources, local vendors,
and entertainment to Front Street. For the first three
Fridays the project team hosted an interactive booth
soliciting feedback from stakeholders. Approximately
450 stakeholders participated in the first three events.

As with the community workshops, stakeholders
were able to engage staff members in conversation
and leave feedback in various manners. During the
final Front Street Friday event in September 2024
the project team presented the draft of the final plan
for consideration and comment. During the 2025
Independence Day Festival and Front Street Friday
events City staff hosted booths sharing the latest Draft Specific Plan with community members.

Chamber of Commerce and Property Owner
Consultation
Early on in the Vision Plan timeline, the project team
met with the City of Norwalk’s Chamber of Commerce
to gain feedback from the Chamber at the start of
the visioning process. Additionally, during the Vision
Plan drafting the project team met with the property
owner of Norwalk Town Square to discuss potential
opportunities for the site. The project team also met
with the property owner of the Norwalk Goal Car
Wash as well as local developer Primestor during the
Specific Plan process to discuss potential development
opportunities in the plan area. Additionally, in 2025,
the City of Norwalk hosted property owner engagement
meetings to share the Draft Specific Plan and respond
to questions/feedback.

Commission and Council Meetings
During the Vision Plan process, the project team
presented once to the City Council’s Economic
Development Ad-Hoc Committee during a study
session, once to the Planning Commission for approval
of the plan, and once to the City Council for approval of the plan. During the Specific Plan process, the project team presented once to the City Council during a study
session in February 2024. Additional public meetings
are scheduled prior to adoption anticipated in Fall
2025.

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What is a Specific Plan?
A Specific Plan is a regulatory tool that local
governments use to implement their General Plan
and to guide development in a localized area. While
the General Plan is the overall guide for growth and
development in a community, the goal of a Specific
Plan is to focus on the unique characteristics of a
special area by customizing the planning process, land
use regulations, and infrastructure to that area. The
authority for preparation and adoption of specific plans is set forth in the California Government Code, Sections 65450 through 65457. The California Government
Code authorizes jurisdictions to adopt specific plans
by ordinance as regulatory documents. The law allows
adoption of Specific Plans as may be required for the
implementation of the General Plan.

General Plan Consistency
Per California State law, specific plans must be
internally consistent with the jurisdiction’s general
plan. The City’s General Plan regulates the land
uses in the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan area. The
Specific Plan is consistent with all elements of the
General Plan. The Specific Plan is also supportive of
the following goals contained in various elements of
the General Plan:
• to develop a range of well integrated housing types
• an efficient bicycle and pedestrian circulation
system that encourages alternative forms of transit
• adequate quantities of open space land throughout
the City
• Implement land use policies and standards that
allow for a range of residential densities and
housing types
• Encourage infill development and recycling of land
for residential use

1.4 About this Plan
How to Use this Plan
The Specific Plan is written for a wide variety of
readers, from community members to elected
officials and city operating departments. Readers
of this plan who are primarily interested in the
regulations for a particular site, however, can follow
the following process:

1. Determine what district or corridor of the Specific
Plan their site belongs to by consulting the key
map on the next page.

2. Read the District Vision and Framework portion
of that chapter (Sections 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 6.1, 7.1,

8.1) to familiarize yourself with the vision of the
area.

3. Determine what street frontages the property
has, and consult the Public Realm Standards
portion of the chapter (Sections 3.2, 4.2, 5.2, 6.2,

7.2, 8.2) to see if the frontages have guidelines
or standards that apply to them. In general,
developers are responsible for property upgrades
above the planned curb line. Refer to Appendix
B – Plant Palettes – for more information on
landscape.

4. Read the zoning section (Sections 3.3, 4.3,

5.3, 6.3, 7.3, 8.3) to understand the land use
and development regulations that apply to the
property. If needed, refer to Appendix A – Zoning
Procedures and Development and Design
Standards – for further information.

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Front St Historic District (Refer Chapter 3)
Front Street
Passthrough
Local Streets
Town Square District (Refer Chapter 4)
Pioneer Boulevard
Orange Street
Triangle District (Refer Chapter 5)
Passthrough
Woods Avenue
Firestone Blvd Corridor (Refer Chapter 6)
Firestone Boulevard

West Front Street
East Front Street
San Antonio Corridor (Refer Chapter 7)
San Antonio Drive
Railway Corridor (Refer Chapter 8)
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How to use this plan
Appendix B Plant Palette

3.2, 4.2, 5.2, 6.2, 7.2, 8.2
Public Realm Standards
Appendix A Zoning Procedures
and Design Standards

3.3, 4.3, 5.3, 6.3, 7.3, 8.3
Zoning and Design Guidelines
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Front St Historic District (Refer Chapter 3)
Front Street
Passthrough
Local Streets
Town Square District (Refer Chapter 4)
Pioneer Boulevard
Orange Street
Triangle District (Refer Chapter 5)
Passthrough
Woods Avenue
Firestone Blvd Corridor (Refer Chapter 6)
Firestone Boulevard

West Front Street
East Front Street
San Antonio Corridor (Refer Chapter 7)
San Antonio Drive
Railway Corridor (Refer Chapter 8)
Railway Trail




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URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK
CHAPTER 2
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Community engagement activities revealed strong
values and preferences as the project team discussed
the future of the Heart of Norwalk. These values -
Pride in People and Place, Health and Wellness, and
Supportive Community - form the basis for the urban
design framework, or major moves of the Plan.

Pride in People and Place
Throughout the planning process, the pride the
citizens of Norwalk hold for their community has
been evident. This is a sentiment rooted in the city
they call home, the schools they attended, and their
connection to the broader Los Angeles region. This
pride is visible on the streets where locals wear their local schools’ and sports teams’ colors with pride.

It thrives in neighborhoods where bonds between
residents span generations. On social media, there’s
a tangible buzz as they champion each other’s
ventures, such as launching new businesses. And
in the region’s eateries, they celebrate a vibrant
food scene that mirrors the diverse American, Latin
American, and Asian heritages of the area.

Engaging with residents through both virtual and faceto-face community meetings and events, we observed a powerful community spirit eager to anchor itself
to a place —a landmark to embody and showcase
their civic pride. The conversation often gravitates
towards Norwalk Town Square and Front Street.

The Town Square’s iconic sign, visible from major
thoroughfares, remains top of mind for residents.

Its distinctive character has inspired T-shirts, hats,
tattoos, album covers, and social media posts. Front
Street, once the city’s bustling main street, may be
quieter now but still holds memories of the past and
potential for the future.

2.1 Community Values and Urban Design Framework
While the community’s appetite for revitalization is
clear, a dynamic conversation was launched by the
project about how the revitalization should occur. The
vision is to create spaces that celebrate the region’s
rich culture — areas where history is celebrated,
entrepreneurs can launch businesses and cultural
groups can showcase their heritage. This isn’t
just about revitalization for its own sake; it’s about
creating a stage where the city’s life and culture can
play out, for the enjoyment and pride of Norwalk’s
residents and the broader region.

Districts
The system of proposed districts in this Specific Plan
divides the extensive 596-acre Heart of Norwalk area
into walkable areas, no further than a ten-minute walk
across, defined by unifying elements of public realm
design and architectural character. Each of them
constitutes a “place” into themselves.

The three districts described on the next page
complement the Civic Center area, which after
redevelopment will become both a civic location
and a place for larger-scale dining, shopping and
entertainment as well as housing. In total, the hope
is that the three districts together compose a diverseyet-cohesive city center, in the same manner that the Financial District, Bunker Hill, Civic Center, and Little Tokyo (etc.) compose Downtown Los Angeles, or Old
Pasadena, Civic Center, the Playhouse District and
South Lake Avenue compose Downtown Pasadena.

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Rate the examples below for the future of the Heart of Norwalk. 5 being most appropriate and 1 being least appropriate.

Results from Vision Plan survey (blue) & Vision Plan
Community Workshops (yellow)
Community Comments:
“I love historical Front St!”
“Front Street should be like Uptown
Whittier.”
“Preserve the original historic buildings
on Front Street and the vintage look!”
“We love visiting the farmers market and
library!”
Front Street Historic District
The historic but long-disinvested Center of Norwalk,
The Front Street Historic District will once again
become a walkable main street within a setting of
historic retail and repurposed industrial buildings.

The district will be populated with small independent
restaurants, shops, bars, music venues, particularly
for young people as well as empty nesters and those
who can enjoy a vibrant nightlife. The street itself will be transformed for walkability and be a prime location
for community gatherings, festivals and events. The
Front Street Historic District is described in detail in Chapter 3.

Town Square District
The Town Square District is focused around the
Norwalk Town Square shopping mall and its iconic
sign, which is revered by Norwalk residents of all
stripes. The District will remain an iconic shopping
district, but transform from an isolated shopping
mall into a functional urban district centered on
a reconfigured Five Points intersection, providing
connection with nearby housing and businesses, and
serving as a gateway into the Heart of Norwalk. The
reconfigured intersection will allow for the creation of a new gateway plaza with public art and linear park along the current southernmost segment of the southbound
lanes of San Antonio Drive, functioning as an asset
for one of the City’s densest and most disadvantaged
neighborhoods. The Town Square District is described
in detail in Chapter 4.

Triangle District
Consisting today of many large, underutilized
commercial and light industrial properties, the Triangle District will transform into an area for sustainable
urban living, with apartments and townhomes
complemented with new open spaces, multiple
transportation options, grocery stores and local retail.

The Triangle District is described in detail in Chapter 5.

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2.1 COMMUNITY VALUES AND URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK
Health and Wellness
In line with broader societal shifts and concerns
intensified by declining life expectancies and the
COVID-19 pandemic, Norwalk residents placed a high
priority on health and wellness during community
engagement forums. For instance, when provided
an open query on Instagram about desired changes
in Norwalk, the majority of responses highlighted
the need for healthier food options, enhanced
recreational facilities, and healthier transportation
alternatives, such as exercise trails, streets reserved for community events, biking and walking, and a
greater variety of grocery stores and dining options.

Additionally, in surveys posing the statement, “Streets in the Heart of Norwalk should be designed for safe
and comfortable walking and biking, even if it means
reducing a traffic lane or lowering driving speeds,”

63.6% of participants expressed agreement, while
only 18.7% disagreed. Throughout these discussions,
there was a clear demand for concepts that not only
improve health and wellness but also offer additional
benefits like beautification, community gathering
spaces, and opportunities for small business growth.

Status quo

10.6%

8.1%

17.0%

31.8% 32.8%
Change

STRONGLY

DISAGREE DISAGREE NEUTRAL AGREE STRONGLY AGREE
Vision Plan Community Survey Question and Response
Community Comments:
“I enjoy the parks! I also wish there were
more bike friendly paths!”
“I enjoy watching my kids play sports at
the Sproul Sports Complex!”
“We need more places where families
can go and walk, exercise, bike ride, and
walk dogs!”
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Corridors
The Heart of Norwalk’s three districts must be
seamlessly connected for them to function cohesively.

Three corridors – Firestone, San Antonio and the
Norwalk Railway Trail - not only link the districts to
one another and to the Civic Center but also to the
broader cityscape, playing a pivotal role in the area’s integration.

These corridors present significant opportunities for
addressing the Health and Wellness community value:
• Given that the distance between any two districts
is less than one mile, there exists a genuine
opportunity for active transportation methods
such as walking, biking, and skateboarding.

Surveys confirm that residents support designing
these corridors primarily for safe and comfortable
pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
• Additionally, these areas offer extensive
possibilities for environmental improvements
such as tree planting, creating small open spaces,
landscaping, and stormwater management, which
will enhance sustainability and human comfort in
public spaces.
• Moreover, through thoughtful street design,
landscaping, and other aesthetic enhancements,
these corridors significantly contribute to defining
the identity of both the Heart of Norwalk and the
City as a whole, helping to improve residents’ Pride
in People and Place.

While the focus of each of the Corridor chapters is on
the public, or future public, right-of-way, the chapters also address development on private property along
each corridor.

Firestone Corridor
The Firestone Corridor is the oldest major commercial
corridor in the City, having been built out with strip
commercial uses in the 1940’s, many of which still
remain and are in poor condition. It is a wide arterial roadway with high speeds and diminishing amounts
of traffic since the relocation of the I-5 Firestone
Boulevard on-ramp to Rosecrans Avenue a few years
ago. The vision for the corridor is to remake it into a signature green boulevard with a consistent, green
median and continuous bicycle facility along its
length. This will create a completely new and livable
environment, enabling development of residential and
commercial uses along the length of the corridor and
helping give a new identity to the city. The Firestone
Corridor is described in detail in Chapter 6.

San Antonio Corridor
The San Antonio Corridor has the beginnings of
being an iconic City connection linking the Civic
Center, Front Street Historic District and Town Square
District. In places, it is graced with a median with tall pine trees; it has intermittent neighborhood-scale
residential and commercial buildings; and it has a
rhythm of vertical landmarks along its length. The
corridor will be strengthened to become a backbone
bicycle connection through the center of the Heart of
Norwalk and a more pedestrian-friendly environment.

Development along it will retain a neighborhood
feel, even as the corridor adds new residential
and commercial uses. The San Antonio Corridor is
described in detail in Chapter 7.

Norwalk Railway Trail
The Norwalk Railway Trail responds most fully to
Norwalk residents’ stated desire for spaces for
exercise. The trail will take one unused portion of the Southern Pacific railroad right-of-way and repurpose it for a three-mile jogging and bicycling path separated
from streets and from the adjacent railway, with
greenery and public art along its length, and providing connectivity to the Triangle and Front Street Districts.

The Norwalk Railway Trail is described in detail in
Chapter 8.

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