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 (STATE CLEARINGHOUSE NO. 20241010 66) AND
MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN AND APPROVE
PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023 -06 AT 14830 CARMENITA ROAD
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission Planning Commission received Precise Development Plan (PDP) No. 2023- 06, a request from Ben Martin on behalf of Rexford Industrial Realty LP to demolish two existing industrial buildings totaling 89,870 square feet (SF) and construct a new 138,972± square foot industrial warehouse building along with related site and landscaping improvements (Proposed Project) on a property that is
7.03 acres in size at 14830 Carmenita Road (Subject Property); also known as Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 8069-002-085; and
WHEREAS, the subject site is designated as Heavy Industrial by the City’s General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the subject site is currently located within the zoning classification of Heavy Manufacturing (M-2); and
WHEREAS, the purpose and intent of a Precise Development Plan (PDP) is to ensure that new development will be aesthetically and functionally compatible with the existing and future land uses on adjacent and surrounding properties; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.02.205.D.1 (Precise Development Plans, Standards and Review Criteria) of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) states that the Community Development Director may at their discretion refer any request to the Planning Commission for review; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial Study (IS) and Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) (S tate Clearinghouse No. 2024101066) was prepared for the Proposed Project, and it was determined that with the imposition of Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (MMRP), there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, PDP No. 2023- 06 has been reviewed by the Planning Commission on October 8, 2025, at a duly noticed public, at which time oral and documentary evidence relative to the application were received; and
WHEREAS, after public testimony and input, the Planning Commission adopted the recirculated MND and MMRP, and adopted Resolution No. 25 -13, approving PDP Attachment No. 2
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No. 2023-06 with conditions of approval and the MMRP with a 5 to 0 vote; and
WHEREAS, on October 17, 2025, Alaura McGuire from Adams Broadwell Joseph & Cardozo, on behalf of the Coalition for Responsible Equitable Economic Development (CREED LA), submitted an appeal of the Planning Commission’s (1) adoption of the recirculated IS/MND and MMRP; and (2) adoption of Resolution No. 25- 13, approving Precise Development Plan (PDP) No. 2023- 06 with conditions of approval and MMR P’s action approving the project; and
WHEREAS, PDP No. 2023-06 has been reviewed by the City Council on January 20, 2026, at which time oral and documentary evidence relative to the application was received; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 17.02.205.E (Decision, Transmittal, Appeal) of the NMC, the action of the City Council shall be final.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK HEREBY DETERMINES, FINDS, AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Environmental. That in accordance with the criteria and authority contained in the CEQA of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines as amended, an IS and MND were prepared to assess the short-term, long-term and cumulative environmental impacts that could result from the Proposed Project and identify any required mitigation measures to reduce environmental impacts to less than significant.
Possible impacts identified in the IS/MND include issues associated with Geology/Soils, Noise, and Tribal Cultural Resources. The IS/MND and supporting documentation were made available for public review which began on October 24, 2024 and ended on November 12, 2024. Recirculation of the IS/MND and supporting documentation were also made available for public review which began on September 12, 2025 and ended on October 1, 2025. Publication and public circulation of the IS/MND and recirculated IS/MND were effectuated by the City in accordance with Public Resources Code Sections 21091–21092.6 of CEQA and Sections 15072-15073 and 15105 of the CEQA Guidelines, as applicable, prior to adoption of the MND.
Section 2. General Plan. The proposed development is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Norwalk General Plan as the development will enhance the City’s economic base and promote a positive image of the City of Norwalk.
Section 3. Zoning. The proposed industrial project is in compliance with the regulations contained within the NMC. The Proposed Project consists of an industrial building of 138,972± SF, and will comply with minimum setbacks, height, landscaping, and design standards of the Heavy Manufacturing (M-2) zone.
Section 4. Finding. The development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare or adversely affect property values or the present and future Resolution No. 25-63 Page 3 of 22
development of surrounding areas with the incorporation of conditions of approval.
Further, the proposed commercial development will have a positive impact on the surrounding neighborhood, redevelop an industrial site, and improve the economic vitality of the site. New landscape improvements and architectural building treatments will enhance the overall area. Lastly, the Proposed Project, consisting of site improvements, would improve property values in the vicinity and not interfere with the use or enjoyment of property in the surrounding area, in that the design of the Proposed Project is compatible and appropriate in relation to the surrounding vicinity.
Section 5. The City Council of the City of Norwalk, State of California, does hereby approve Precise Development Plan No. 2023- 06 subject to the Conditions of Approval in attached Exhibit “A” and the Mitigation Measures in attached Exhibit “B”.
Section 6. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix her 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 ____ day of ___________ 2026.
______________________________
JENNIFER PEREZ
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
THERESA DEVOY, CMC
CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT “A”
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 2023-06
The following Conditions of Approval shall be incorporated into all applicable final construction plans, and a copy of these conditions shall be placed on the first sheet of the final building plans:
STANDARD:
1. The Proposed Project shall substantially conform to the Project Plans presented to the City Council on appeal on November 18, 2025.
2. The Applicant shall sign and submit an affidavit accepting all conditions of approval pertaining to Precise Development Plan (PDP) No. 2023- 06 prior to the issuance of building permits.
3. Construction and/or modification of the project shall be in substantial conformance with submitted plans as described in the Agenda Report to the Planning Commission and as approved by the Planning Commission. The Director of Community Development (“Director”) shall determine whether a modification is in substantial conformance. All changes shall return to the original review authority except that the Planning Commission shall review all major changes involving items that were originally authorized by the City Council. Notices shall be given in the same manner as what was required for the original application.
4. The Applicant shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Norwalk Municipal Code (NMC) to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
5. All equipment, including lighting, shall be maintained in good condition at all times.
6. No barbed wire or razor wire shall be permitted on the premises.
7. Approval of this PDP shall be valid for two (2) years from the date of final approval and shall become null and void unless construction has commenced within this time period or an extension of time is granted pursuant to a written request received prior to the expiration date. The Director at his or her discretion may grant two (2) one-year extensions. The Planning Commission may grant a final one-year extension. Prior to the granting of the final extension request, notice shall be given in the same manner as required for the original application. Commencement of development shall mean that appropriate permits have been obtained and the Resolution No. 25-63 Page 5 of 22
development has successfully completed the first Building and Safety Division inspection.
LEGAL:
8. The Applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of Norwalk, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers (collectively, the "City") from any and all claims, lawsuits or actions arising from the granting of, or the exercise of the rights permitted by this approval, or any other related land use entitlement or approval granted by the City, and from any and all claims or losses occurring or resulting to any person, firm, corporation or property for damage, injury, or death arising out of, or connected in anyway, with the use permitted by the City on the property. Applicant's obligation to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City shall include, but not be limited to, paying all legal fees and costs incurred by legal counsel of the City's choice, including expert witness fees, in representing the City in connection with any such claims, losses, lawsuits or actions, and any award of damages, judgments, verdicts, court costs or attorney's fees in any such lawsuit or action.
CONSTRUCTION:
9. Prior to issuance of a demolition permit, the applicant shall provide the following information to the Planning Division for review and approval:
a. Operational details of the recycling of the aggregate from the existing site, including the following:
i. Start and completion dates of the aggregate recycling activities; ii. List of equipment to be used for the aggregate recycling activities; iii. Noise, air quality, and vibration analysis;
iv. Location of crushing activities on the Subject Property; and v. Storage location of the aggregate materials.
10. Clearly visible and weatherproof signs shall be posted on the perimeter of the construction site identifying the working hours, name and phone number of a field supervisor to contact for information regarding any construction/grading activity.
11. Prior to and during construction, the following shall be completed:
a. The subject site shall be maintained free and clear of weeds, trash, junk, or debris.
b. The applicant shall regularly water the site to control fugitive dust to the satisfaction of the Director and the Building Official.
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12. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the applicant shall record a maintenance agreement to ensure the ongoing repair and upkeep of the property and all improvements on a form approved by the City Attorney. Such improvements should include, but not be limited to, the following:
a. The removal of trash and debris found on the property; b. The proper and timely removal of graffiti;
c. The timely maintenance, repair and upkeep of damaged, vandalized and/or weathered buildings, structures and/or improvements. The timely maintenance, repair and upkeep of exterior paint, parking areas/striping, pedestrian pathways/open space areas, lighting and irrigation fixtures, walls and fencing, landscaping and related landscape improvements.
PROJECT SPECIFIC:
13. The use and development of the property shall be in substantial conformance with the Project Plans presented to the City Council on appeal on November 18, 2025.
14. Per the approved plans and traffic calculations, the proposed project may be designated for Warehouse use (ITE Land Use Code 150). A maximum allowable of 20 percent of the Proposed Project’s floor area may be designated for General Light Industrial (ITE Land Use Code). A maximum of 21,735 SF of the Proposed Project’s floor area may be used for cold storage. The tenant/business owner shall demonstrate compliance with this condition of approval prior to Planning Division approval of a business license applic ation. Any variation in project usage may result in substantial conformance review by the city and additional traffic and other studies, as required by the Community Development Department. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the property shall not be used for a high-cube fulfillment center or a parcel hub without the review and issuance of a Conditional Use Permit.
15. Any other uses not expressly allowed by ITE Land Use Code 150 shall be subject to review by the Community Development Director, under a Director Approval Request application. The Community Development Director, at his or her discretion may refer the Direc tor Approval Request application to the Planning Commission.
16. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant/developer shall provide documentary evidence to the Community Development Department that construction of the proposed project shall not interfere with the required exiting or opening protection for the adjacent building to the west located at 14820 Carmenita Road or the building to the west shall be modified as necessary subject to the Resolution No. 25-63 Page 7 of 22
review and approval of the Community Development Department, to not require any opening protection between it and the proposed project.
17. At the discretion of the Community Development Director, the applicant may be required to secure a third- party construction monitor to ensure that construction impacts and concerns are adequately addressed relative to the Proposed Project.
18. Trash enclosures shall be constructed per City standards. Adjacent site drainage shall be diverted so as to not enter the trash area. Trash enclosures shall be covered or shall be provided with a drain to an approved clarifier.
19. 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. Vinyl and/or chain link materials are not acceptable.
20. Landscaping shall be provided on the exterior walls of the trash enclosure to deter graffiti and loitering.
21. The project shall provide a minimum four -foot wide landscaping strip with trees along the north property line and a minimum of five- foot wide landscaping with trees along the east and south property lines.
22. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. The following easements shall be quitclaimed in accordance with City of Norwalk or easement holder requirements or the applicant shall provide evidence to the satisfaction of the Community Development Department to support the retention of said easements:
b. Easements for utility, drainage, sanitary sewer and rights incidental thereto, as delineated on or as offered for dedication on Parcel Map No. 1428; c. An easement for water and rights incidental thereto as set forth in the document recorded April 13, 1970, as Instrument No. 1813, of official records;
d. An easement for public utilities as set forth in the document recorded April 5, 1973, as Instrument No. 4487, of official records;
e. An easement for public utilities as set forth in the document recorded October 27, 1981 as Instrument No. 81-1059466 of official records; f. “Covenant and Agreement Regarding Easement” recorded February 1, 2000 as instrument No. 00-159720 of official records;
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g. An easement for public utilities as set forth in the document recorded October 26, 2000 as Instrument No. 00-1680841 of official records; and h. “Yard Agreement” as set forth in the document recorded May 11, 2001, as Instrument No. 01-0815201, of official records.
LANDSCAPING:
23. All planters and landscaped areas shall be maintained in good condition at all times. Any dead or missing landscaping shall be replaced. Any broken or malfunctioning irrigation components shall be repaired or replaced.
24. Landscaping, including shrubs and trees, shall not hinder visibility for vehicles or pedestrians or provide cover for any potential hiding places.
25. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the following shall be completed:
a. Landscape and irrigation plans prepared and “wet” signed by a registered landscape architect shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for review and approval, and shall show the following:
i. The landscape plan shall indicate the size, type, quantity, spacing and location of all plant materials, and location of irrigation equipment.
ii. The plan shall depict an automatic permanent irrigation system. iii. Six-inch concrete curbs shall surround all planter areas adjacent to driveways.
iv. Compliance with Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO).
v. Landscape plan check fee shall be submitted.
SURVEILLANCE:
26. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the following shall be completed:
a. A security plan (including surveillance camera system) shall be submitted for review and approval by the Director of Public Safety or his/her designee. b. The surveillance camera system is to be maintained operational at all times, including during non- business hours. The system features and functions shall be accessible by business management staff at all times during normal business hours. The system shall provide a video feed of sufficient quality to permit the Public Safety Department and Norwalk Sheriff Station to utilize the feed for law enforcement purposes, whether emergency or investigatory. Business shall ensure all video recordings/feeds remain accessible on a Digital Video Recording system for a minimum of 30 days.
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c. Business shall make all video stored on the Digital Video Recording system available to the Public Safety and Norwalk Sheriff’s Station at any time. The Public Safety and/or Sheriff’s Station may request copies of recorded videos. Business must provide the requested video recording within 24 hours of the Public Safety/Sheriff request.
d. Surveillance cameras shall be placed in a position to provide visual coverage of all entrances/exits, cash registers, safes, office/storage areas, and adjacent parking areas.
PUBLIC SERVICES:
27. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall record an easement to the satisfaction of the City of Norwalk Department of Public Services to provide:
a. A 28’ fire lane access easement from Carmenita Rd., through 14820 Carmenita Rd (8069-002-084) to serve as additional access to the subject property.
b. A 28’ fire lane access easement for a portion of the required hammerhead turnaround on the northwest corner of the project site, onto 14820 Carmenita Rd (8069- 002-084). If the hammerhead turnaround easement cannot be provided, the project shall be redesign ed to place the entire hammerhead turnaround on the project site.
28. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, any existing damaged public right-of-way improvements and any damage caused during the construction shall be repaired in accordance with Section 5600 et seq of the California Streets and Highways Code and with the Norwalk Municipal Code before occupancy will be granted. (Property owner is responsible for the repair and maintenance of curb/gutter, sidewalk and drive apron). Removals and reconstruction shall be per City of Norwalk Engineering Standard Plans and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
29. Per NMC Section 12.12.030, a construction permit is required for any work to be done in the public right -of-way and shall meet with the City Inspector before starting any construction within the public right-of-way.
30. Per NMC Section 12.04.010, all work within the public right of way shall be done in accordance with the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, (latest ed.); the Standard Plans for Public Works Construction, and City of Norwalk Standard Plans. All costs incurred to meet these requirements shall be borne by the developer/applicant.
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31. Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, a drainage plan shall be prepared by a Registered Civil Engineer and submitted for approval by the City. No property drainage shall be allowed to cross over sidewalks (parkways) or drive approaches.
Yard basins, concrete gutters, and under sidewalk (parkway) drains shall be constructed to adequately drain the subject property. Under sidewalk drains shall be per Norwalk City Standard No. 107. Minimum slope on concrete flow lines shall be 0.50%. Minimum slope on asphaltic concrete or turf shall be 1.0%. Existing elevations of adjacent property and street flowlines must be shown around the perimeter of the proposed development.
32. New sewer lateral construction within Excelsior Drive shall be 6” VCP piping. Note:
mainline connection is to a City of Santa Fe Springs mainline.
33. Per NMC Section 12.12.130, the developer, at his/her cost, shall be responsible for the relocation as necessary of any public or private utility or other obstruction to facilitate the construction within the public right-of-way.
34. Property is currently comprised of two lots. The two lots must be merged into one lot per the City Lot Line Adjustment process if all of the buildings are to be served by only one main line sewer connection to Carmenita Avenue. If each lot has a separate main line sewer connection, the lots shall remain separate.
35. Prior to the issuance of a Grading Permit, the Developer shall submit improvement plans to the Engineering Division showing all the required improvements in the public right of way for review and approval of the City Engineer. A copy of the approved conditions of approval shall be attached to the plans when submitted.
36. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, reconstruct existing drive approach on Excelsior Drive per City Standard No. 101 Type R3, W=26 feet and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Drainage is not permitted to cross over drive aprons.
37. Fire Protection: This development will require construction of fire protection improvements. Prior to the issuance of any development plans, the applicant is required to contact Los Angeles County Fire Department, Engineering Division, 5823 Rickenbacker R oad, City of Commerce, CA 90040, (323) 890- 4125 and obtain the fire flow and access requirements for any proposed development. The applicant will also be required to contact the City of Norwalk Water Division to determine the existing fire flow rate in this area. If the existing fire flow capabilities Resolution No. 25-63 Page 11 of 22
are below the required minimum, the applicant shall provide the necessary means for meeting the fire flow rates required by the Fire Department.
38. The landowner must submit a General Construction Activity Storm Water Permit Notice of Intent (NOI), accompanied by the filing fee, prior to the start of any clearing or grading activity. Submit to: State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Water Quality, Attn: Storm Water Permit Unit, P .O. Box 1977, Sacramento, CA 95812-1977. A copy of Notice of Intent and a receipt for NPDES Construction Permit shall be presented to the City Building Department prior to the issuance of any permits.
39. Federal, State and local statutes for a Standard Urban Storm Water Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) require that the developer incorporate appropriate SUSMP requirements into this project. The SUSMP contains a list of the minimum Best Management Practices (BMP's) that must be used for a project. Copies of the SUSMP applicable to the Los Angeles County area are available from the office of the City Engineer.
The developer's plan must be approved prior to the issuance of any building or grading permits.
40. Prior to the issuance of building permit, site grading may raise the property elevation at boundary walls. Boundary walls are to be reconstructed as necessary to support the revised grading and comply with the required minimum heights of boundary walls.
41. Off-site improvements (e.g. driveways, sidewalk, parkway drains, trees, curb/gutter etc.) shown on the grading plans must provide a concurrent submittal to City of Norwalk Engineering Division. As an alternative, off -site improvements may be shown on a separate set of street improvement plans. Prior to issuance of Grading Permit, developer shall obtain drainage clearance from City of Norwalk Engineering Division.
42. Prior to the issuance of grading permit, the Developer shall submit an electronic copy of approved plans (i.e., Water, Sewer, Street and/or Storm Drain Improvements, whichever applies), to the City of Norwalk – Engineering Division.
43. Prior to the issuance of a building or grading permit, the applicant shall prepare a Low Impact Development (LID) Plan specifically identifying the Best Management Practices (BMPs) that will be used on site to control predictable pollutant runoff.
The LID Plan shall clearly show the locations of structural BMPs and assignment of long- term maintenance responsibilities (which shall also be included in the Resolution No. 25-63 Page 12 of 22
recorded Maintenance Agreement). The plan shall be prepared to the general form and content shown in the LID Plan template and shall be submitted to the City Engineer for review and approval.
44. RECORDATION OF MASTER COVENANT AND AGREEMENT: Prior to approval of the LID Plan, the applicant/developer shall prepare and record a Master Covenant and Agreement per requirements of the City Engineer.
45. Prior to the issuance of Building Permits, the Developer shall execute and provide to the City Engineer, a written statement from the local utility(s) provider for water service (City of Santa Fe Springs) and sewer service (City of Norwalk), indicating that the water system and sewer system will be operated by the purveyor and that under normal conditions, the system will meet the requirements for the development and that water and sewer service will be provided to each building.
Property sewer shall have its own separate connection to the public sewer system.
Comply with the MMRP recommended by the water and sewer system purveyor(s).
46. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the proposed development is subject to the following:
a. All infrastructures necessary to serve the proposed development (water, sewer, storm drain, and street improvements) shall be in operation. b. The Developer shall submit an electronic copy of approved plans (such as, Sewer, Street and/or Storm Drain Improvements, whichever applies), to the City of Norwalk – Engineering Division.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT:
47. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, review and approval by the County of Los Angeles Fire Department, Fire Prevention Engineering Section Building Plan Check Unit is required. Contact the County of Los Angeles Fire Department at 323.890.4125 for additional information and EPICLA submittals.
MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PLAN:
48. Project shall comply with MMRP, hereby attached as Exhibit “B”, as part of the Mitigated Negative Declaration, to the satisfaction of the City of Norwalk Community Development Department prior to Planning Division plan check approval.
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4. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
4.1 INTRODUCTION
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires a lead or public agency that approves or carries out a project for which a Mitigated Negative Declaration has been certified which identifies one or more significant adverse environmental effects and where findings with respect to changes or alterations in the project have been made, to adopt a “…reporting or monitoring program for the changes to the project which it has adopted or made a condition of project approval in order to mitigate or avoid significant effects on the environment” (CEQA, Public Resources Code Sections 21081, 21081.6).
A Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) is required to ensure that adopted mitigation measures are successfully implemented. The City of Norwalk is the Lead Agency for the Project and is responsible for implementation of the MMRP. This section describes the MMRP for the Project and identifies the parties that will be responsible for monitoring implementation of the individual mitigation measures in the MMRP.
4.2 MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM
The MMRP for the Project will be active through all phases of the Project, including design, construction, and operation. The attached table identifies the mitigation program required to be implemented by the City for the Project. The table identifies mitigation measures required by the C ity to mitigate or avoid significant impacts associated with the implementation of the Project, the timing of implementation, and the responsible party or parties for monitoring compliance.
The MMRP also includes a column that will be used by the compliance monitor (individual responsible for monitoring compliance) to document when implementation of the measure is completed. As individual Plan, Program, and Policies (PPP) and mitigation measures are completed, the compliance monitor will sign and date the MMRP, indicating that the required actions have been completed.
This MMRP incorporates all the mitigation measures from the Recirculated IS/MND for the 14830 Carmenita Road Warehouse Project.
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Table 4-1: MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM
Mitigation Measure/Plan, Program, or Policy (PPP) Implementation Timing Responsible Party Verification Method Date Completed and Initials
AIR QUALITY
PPP AQ -1: Rule 403. The Project is required to comply with the provisions of South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 403, which includes the following:
• All clearing, grading, earth -moving, or excavation activities shall cease when winds exceed 25 mph per SCAQMD
guidelines in order to limit fugitive dust emissions.
• The contractor shall ensure that all disturbed unpaved roads and disturbed areas within the Project are watered, with complete coverage of disturbed areas, at least 3 times daily during dry weather; preferably in the mid-morning, afternoon, and after work is done for the day.
• The contractor shall ensure that traffic speeds on unpaved roads and project site areas are reduced to 15 miles per hour or less.
During construction Construction
contractors; site
supervisors
The City Building and
Safety Division will
examine Project
contracts for these
requirements and
monitor for
compliance.
Initials:
______
Date: ______
PPP AQ-2: Rule 1113 . The Project is required to comply with the provisions of South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule (SCAQMD) Rule 1113. Only “Low -Volatile Organic Compounds” paints (no more than 50 gram/liter of VOC) and/or High Pressure Low Volume (HPLV) applications shall be used.
During construction Construction
contractors; site
supervisors
The City Building and
Safety Division will
examine Project
contracts for these
requirements and
monitor for
compliance.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
PPP AQ -3: Rule 402. The Project is required to comply with the provisions of South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 402. The Project shall not discharge from any source whatsoever such quantities of air contaminants or other material which cause injury, detriment, nuisance, or annoyance to any considerable number of persons or to the public, or which endanger the comfort, repose, health or safety of any such persons or the public, or which cause, or have a natural tendency to cause, injury or damage to business or property.
During construction
and operation
Project developers/
applicant and
construction
contractors
The City Building and
Safety Division will
examine Project
contracts for these
requirements and
monitor for
compliance.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
CULTURAL RESOURCES
PPP CUL-1: Human Remains. Should human remains be discovered during Project construction, the Project will be required to comply with State Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5, which states that no further disturbance may occur within 50 feet of the discovery until Prior to the issuance
of a grading permit
as well as during
Construction
Contractor; City
Building and Safety
The City will verify
that all construction
within 50 feet of the
remains will cease
Initials: ______
Date: ______
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the County Coroner has made a determination of origin and disposition pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 5097.98. The County Coroner must be notified of the find immediately. If the remains are determined to be prehistoric, the Coroner will notify the Native American Heritage Commission, which will determine the identity of and notify a Most Likely Descendant (MLD). With the permission of the landowner or his/her authorized representative, the MLD may inspect the site of the discovery. The MLD must complete the inspection within 48 hours of notification by the NAHC. grading and
trenching
Department; County
Coroner
until the County
Coroner has made a
determination of the
origin. The County
Coroner must be
notified of the find
immediately and if
the remains are
determined pre-
historic then the
Native American
Heritage Commission
will be notified.
Mitigation Measure CUL -1: Inadvertent Discoveries . Prior to commencement of grading activities, the City of Norwalk Building & Safety Division shall verify that all Project grading and construction plans and specifications state that in the event that potential archaeological resources are discovered during excavation, grading, or construction activities, work shall cease within 50 feet of the find until a qualified archaeologist from the City or County List of Qualified Archaeologist has evaluated the find to determine whether the find constitutes a “unique archaeological resource,” as defined in Section 21083.2(g) of the California Public Resources Code. Any resources identified shall be treated in accordance with California Public Resources Code Section 2
1083.2(g). If the
discovered resource(s) appears Native American in origin, a Native American Monitor shall be contacted to evaluate any potential tribal cultural resource(s) and shall have the opportunity to consult an appropriate treatment and curation of these resources.
Prior to the issuance
of a grading permit
as well as during
grading and
trenching
City of Norwalk
Building and Safety
Department;
Construction
Contractor;
Qualified
Archeologist; and
Native American
Monitor
The City will verify
that all construction
within 50 feet of the
archeological
resource will cease
until a Qualified
Archeologist has
evaluated the find.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
ENERGY
PPP ENG-1: CalGreen Compliance. The Project is required to comply with the CalGreen Building Code as included in the City’s Municipal Code (Chapter 15.30) to ensure efficient use of energy.
CalGreen specifications are required to be incorporated into building plans as a condition of building permit approval.
Prior to the issuance
of a building permit
Applicant; City of
Norwalk Building
and Safety
Department
The City will verify
that the Project is in
compliance with the
CALGreen Building
Code prior to the
issuance of building
permits.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
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GEOLOGY AND SOILS
PPP GEO-1: California Building Code. The Project is required to comply with the California Building Code as included in the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 15.04 to preclude significant adverse effects associated with seismic hazards. California Building Code related and geologist and/or civil engineer specifications for the Project are required to be incorporated into grading plans and specifications as a condition of Project approval.
Prior to the issuance
of the grading
permit and during
grading
Applicant; City of
Norwalk Building
and Safety
Department
The City will verify
Project compliance is
incorporated into the
grading plan and a
condition to the
approval of the
Project.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
Mitigation Measure PAL-1: Paleontological Resources. Prior to the issuance of the first grading permit, the Applicant shall provide a letter to the City of Norwalk Planning Division, or designee, from a paleontologist selected from the roll of qualified paleontologists maintained by the County, stating that the paleontologist has been retained to provide services for the project. The paleontologist shall develop a Paleontological Resources Impact Mitigation Plan (PRIMP) to mitigate the potential impacts to unknown buried paleontological resources that may exist onsite for the review and approval by the City. The PRIMP shall require that the paleontologist be present at the pre -
grading conference to establish procedures for
paleontological resource surveillance. The PRIMP shal l also require paleontological monitoring for ground disturbing activities greater than eight feet in depth within native soil, as determined by the Project paleontologist.
In the event paleontological resources are encountered, ground - disturbing activity within 50 feet of the area of the discovery shall cease. The paleontologist shall examine the materials encountered, assess the nature and extent of the find, and recommend a course of action to further investigate and protect or recover and salvage those resources that have been encountered.
Criteria for discard of specific fossil specimens will be made explicit.
If a qualified paleontologist determines that impacts to a sample containing significant paleontological resources cannot be avoided by project planning, then recovery may be applied. Actions may include recovering a sample of the fossiliferous material prior to construction, monitoring work and halting construction if an important fossil needs to be recovered, and/or cleaning, identifying, and cataloging specimens for curation and research purposes. Recovery, salvage and treatment shall be done at the Applicant’s expense. All Prior to the issuance
of a grading permit
Applicant; City of
Norwalk Planning
Division; Qualified
Paleontologist
The City will not issue
a grading permit until
compliance is met
and there will be an
onsite paleontologist
monitoring
construction during
ground disturbing
activities.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
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recovered and salvaged resources shall be prepared to the point of identification and permanent preservation by the paleontologist.
Resources shall be identified and curated into an established accredited professional repository. The paleontologist shall h ave a repository agreement in hand prior to initiating recovery of the resource.
HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
PPP HAZ-1: SCAQMD Rule 1403. Prior to issuance of demolition permits, the Project Applicant shall submit verification to the City Building and Safety Division that an asbestos survey has been conducted on the structures proposed for demolition. If asbestos is found, the Project Applicant shall follow all procedural requirements and regulations of South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1403. Rule 1403 regulations require that the following actions be taken: notification of SCAQMD prior to construction activity, asbestos removal in accordance with prescribed procedures, placement of collected asbestos in leak -tight containers or wrapping, and proper disposal.
Prior to the issuance
of demolition
permits
Project Applicant;
City Building and
Safety Division
The City will not issue
a demolition permit
prior to receiving an
asbestos survey.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
PPP WQ-1: Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan. Prior to grading permit issuance, the Project developer shall have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) prepared by a Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) in accordance with the California State Water Resources Control Board National Pollution Discha rge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water Permit Order No. 2022-0057-DWQ (General Construction Permit). The SWPPP shall incorporate all necessary Best Management Practices (BMPs) and other NPDES regulations to limit the potential of erosion and polluted r unoff during construction activities. Project contractors shall be required to ensure compliance with the SWPPP and permit periodic inspection of the construction site by the City of Norwalk staff or its designee to confirm compliance.
Prior to the issuance
of a grading permit
Qualified SWPPP
Developer; Project
Developer;
Construction
Contractor; City of
Norwalk staff
The City staff will
confirm compliance
through periodic
inspections.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
PPP WQ-2: Standard Urban Stormwater Management Plan. Prior to grading permit issuance, the Project Applicant shall have a Standard Urban Stormwater Management Plan (SUSMP) approved by the City for implementation. The Project shall comply with the City’s Municipal Section 18.04.105 and the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements in effect for the Prior to the issuance
of a grading permit
Project applicant;
Construction
Contractor; City of
Norwalk Planning
Division
The City will not issue
a grading permit until
SUSMP is approved
by the City.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
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Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) at the time of grading permit to control discharges of sediments and other pollutants during construction and operations of the Project.
NOISE
PPP N-1: Construction Hours: Section 09.04.150(E) of the Norwalk Municipal Code states that construction-type devices may be utilized between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. or sunset whichever is later.
During construction Construction
Contractors
The City Building and
Safety Division would
ensure that the
Project complies.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
Mitigation Measure N -1: Construction Vibration. The Project Applicant shall require that all construction contractors restrict the operation of any large bulldozers that is powered by a greater than 150 horsepower engine or any vibratory rollers from operating within 25 feet of any off- site structure. The Project Applicant shall require the use of a small bulldozer (i.e., D1, D2, or D3 dozers) or other type of equipment that is less than 150 horsepower to perform all demolition and grading activities that are located within 15 feet of any off-site structure.
During construction Project Applicant;
Construction
Contractor
The City Building and
Safety Division would
ensure that the
Project complies.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
PUBLIC SERVICES
PPP PS-1: Payment of Applicable Development Impact Fees: The Project Applicant shall pay all applicable development impact fees, service fees, and other required fees established by the City of Norwalk prior to the issuance of building permits. These fees are intended to offset the Project’s contribution to the demand for public services, including police protection provided by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (Norwalk Station).
Prior to the issuance
of building permits
Applicant The City Planning
Division will assure
compliance.
Initials:
______
Date: ______
PPP PS-2: School Fees: Prior to the issuance of either a certificate of occupancy or prior to building permit final inspection, the Applicant shall provide payment of the appropriate fees set forth by the applicable school districts related to the funding of school facilities pursuant to Government Code Section 65995 et seq.
Prior to the issuance
of a certificate of
occupancy or prior
to building permit
final inspection
Applicant The City Planning
Division will assure
compliance.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
TRIBAL CULTURAL RESOURCES
Mitigation Measure TCR -1: Retain a Native American Monitor Prior to Commencement of Ground-Disturbing Activities
A. The Project Applicant shall retain a Native American Monitor from or approved by the Gabrieleño Band of
Mission Indians – Kizh Nation. The monitor shall be retained Prior to issuance of
permits associated
with ground-
disturbing activities.
Project Applicant;
City of Norwalk
Planning Division;
Construction
Contractor; and
The City Planning
Division will assure
submission of signed
monitoring contract;
field observation logs
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Date: ______
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prior to the commencement of any “ground -disturbing
activity” for the subject project at all project locations (i.e., both on-site and any off-site locations that are included in the project description/definition and/or required in
connection with the project, such as public improvement work). “Ground-disturbing activity” shall include, but is not limited to, demolition, pavement removal, potholing,
auguring, grubbing, tree removal, boring, grading,
excavation, drilling, and trenching.
B. A copy of the executed monitoring agreement shall be submitted to the City of Norwalk Planning Division prior to the earlier of the commencement of any ground-disturbing activity, or the issuance of any permit necessary to
commence a ground-disturbing activity.
C. The monitor shall complete daily monitoring logs that shall provide descriptions of the relevant ground -disturbing activities, the type of construction activities performed, locations of ground-disturbing activities, soil types, cultural- related materials, and any other facts, conditions,
materials, or discoveries of significance to the Tribe.
Monitor logs shall identify and describe any discovered TCRs, including but not limited to, Native American cultural and historical artifacts, remains, places of significance, etc., (collectively, tribal cultural resources, or “TCR”), as well as any discovered Native American (ancestral) human remains and burial goods. Copies of monitor logs shall be provided to the project applicant/City of Norwalk upon written
request to the Tribe.
D. On-site tribal monitoring shall conclude upon either of the following (1) written confirmation to the Kizh from a
designated point of contact for the Project applicant/City of Norwalk Planning Division that all ground -disturbing activities and phases that may involve ground -disturbing activities on the Project site or in connection with the Project are complete; or (2) a determination and written
notification by the Kizh to the project applicant/City of Norwalk Planning Division that no future, planned
construction activity and/or development/construction
Native American
Monitor
documenting tribal
monitoring presence;
and actions taken to
protect resources.
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phase at the Project site possesses the potential to impact Kizh TCRs.
Mitigation Measure TCR -2: Unanticipated Discovery of Tribal Cultural Resource Objects (Non-Funerary/Non-Ceremonial) A. Upon discovery of any TCRs, all construction activities in the immediate vicinity of the discovery shall cease (i.e., not less than the surrounding 50 feet) and shall not resume until the discovered TCR has been fully assessed by the Kizh monitor and/or Kizh archaeologist. The Kizh will recover and retain all discovered TCRs in the form and/or manner the Tribe deems appropriate, in the Tribe’s sole discretion, and for any purpose the Tribe deems appropriate, including for
educational, cultural and/or historic purposes.
During all ground-
disturbing activities.
City of Norwalk
Planning Division
and Native
American Monitor
The City will verify
that all construction
within 50 feet of TCR
discovery will cease
until a Native
American monitor has
evaluated the find.
Initials:
______
Date: ______
Mitigation Measure TCR -3: Unanticipated Discovery of Human Remains and Associated Funerary or Ceremonial Objects
A. Native American human remains are defined in PRC
5097.98 (d)(1) as an inhumation or cremation, and in any state of decomposition or skeletal completeness. Funerary objects, called associated grave goods in Public Resources Code Section 5097.98, are also to be treated according to this statute.
B. If Native American human remains and/or grave goods
are discovered or recognized on the project site, then
Public Resource Code 5097.9 as well as Health and Safety Code Section 7050.5 shall be followed.
C. Human remains and grave/burial goods shall be treated alike per California Public Resources Code section
5097.98(d)(1) and (2).
D. Preservation in place (i.e., avoidance) is the preferred manner of treatment for discovered human remains and/or burial goods.
E. Any discovery of human remains/burial goods shall be kept confidential to prevent further disturbance.
During all ground
disturbing activities.
City of Norwalk
Planning Division;
Qualified
Archeologist; and
Native American
Monitor
The City Planning
Division will verify
field inspection;
coordination with
County Coroner,
Native American
Heritage Commission,
and Most Likely
Descendant, as
applicable.
Initials:
______
Date: ______
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UTILITIES
PPP UT -1: Solid Waste. As required by Municipal Code Section
8.48.630, prior to construction of the Project, the Applicant shall submit to the Waste Management Plan Compliance Official documentation that the diversion requirement has been met. The diversion requirement shall be that the Applicant has diverted at least 65 percent of the total construction and demolition debris generated by the Project via reuse or recycling.
Prior to construction Project applicant;
Waste Management
Plan Compliance
Official
The Waste
Management Plan
Compliance Official
will ensure the
diversion requirement
has been met prior to
construction.
Initials: ______
Date: ______
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