Agenda Item No: 1.d
PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: April 1, 2025
Submitted by: Andrew Gonzales
From: Development Services
Subject:
Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 2024-143. A Request to Subdivide a 2.66-acre Parcel at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue (APN 346-341-29) into two Parcels of 1.38 Acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27 Acres (Parcel 2) within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District Financial Impact:
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Summary:
At the Planning Commission meeting held on March 11, 2025, the Planning Commission voted 6-0-0-0 to recommend approval of TPM 2024-143 to the City Council. TPM 2024-143 is a request from the applicant, Glen Gwatney, representing Anacal Engineering, to subdivide an existing 2.66-acre parcel into two (2) parcels measuring 1.38-acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27-acres (Parcel 2) for property located within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District located on property at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue. In accordance with Placentia Municipal Code (PMC) Sections 22.80.060 and 22.80.070, the Planning Commission hereby submits a report of its finding and recommends approval of TPM 2024-143 to the City Council.
Recommendation:
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council take the following action:
1. Receive the Staff Report, ask any questions of Staff; and
2. Adopt Resolution R-2025-08, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, to make findings that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) set forth in Title 14 CCR § 15315 (Class 15 – Minor Land Divisions) and the City of Placentia Environmental Guidelines, and approve TPM 2024-143 to permit the subdivision of an existing 2.66-acre parcel into two (2) parcels measuring 1.38-acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27-acres (Parcel 2) for property located within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District located on property at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Number 346-341-29 & 346-341-30).
Strategic Plan Statement:
This item is consistent with the City Council approved 5-Year Strategic Goal to:
Tentative Parcel Map No. 2024-143 aligns with the City’s Strategic Plan Objective 1.4 of protecting and preserving economic development nodes by ensuring clear property 1 delineation, regulatory compliance, and efficient site management. By properly defining boundaries around the fueling tanks, the adjustment supports the continued viability of a revenue-generating commercial property, enhances land use clarity, and facilitates long-term investment potential. This contributes to the stability and orderliness of the area, ultimately maximizing revenue opportunities for the City.
Discussion:
Discussion:
The subject site is located in the southeastern portion of the City of Placentia, near the border with City of Anaheim. It is a developed lot that includes a gas station and a warehouse with an associated administrative office to the north. The property is situated west of S. Lakeview Avenue and north of E. Mira Loma Avenue within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District. The parcels are currently designated as numbered lots, with multiple access points from both S. Lakeview Avenue and E. Mira Loma Avenue.
The subject site is located in the southeastern portion of the City of Placentia, near the border with City of Anaheim. It is a developed lot that includes a gas station and a warehouse with an associated administrative office to the north. The property is situated west of S. Lakeview Avenue and north of E. Mira Loma Avenue within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District. The parcels are currently designated as numbered lots, with multiple access points from both S. Lakeview Avenue and E. Mira Loma Avenue.
The proposed Parcel Map will adjust the property line separating the two existing lots but will not create additional parcels or modify the existing land uses. The proposed lot sizes exceed the minimum lot size and width requirements established under the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District, ensuring compliance with zoning regulations. The site is located in an established industrial area, surrounded by a variety of industrial and commercial uses, and is adjacent to the City of Anaheim. The lot line will be centrally positioned within the property and will not negatively impact onsite circulation, access, or parking configurations for existing uses. This subdivision will maintain the functionality, compliance, and operational efficiency of both parcels while supporting orderly development within the industrial zone.
ZONING COMPLIANCE STANDARDS:
Lot Standards
Section 22.16.030 of the Placentia Municipal Code (PMC) establishes the development standards for properties within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District, including minimum requirements for lot width, lot depth, and lot area. Per the C-M zoning regulations, all lots must have a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet and a minimum lot width of 100 feet to ensure adequate space for industrial and commercial operations. The proposed subdivision not only meets but exceeds these minimum development standards, ensuring compliance with zoning regulations while maintaining the functionality and viability of both parcels for existing and future use.
CEQA
The proposed application was reviewed by staff in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code §§ 21000 et seq., the State CEQA Guidelines, 14 C.C.R. §§ 15000 et seq., and the Environmental Guidelines of the 2 City of Placentia. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission exercise its independent judgment and find that TPM 2024-143 is exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines §15315 (Class 15 - Minor Land Divisions), as it applies to the division of property in urbanized areas zoned for four or fewer parcels, the division is in conformance with the General Plan and zoning, no variances or exceptions are required, all services and access to the proposed parcels to local standards are available, the parcel was not involved in a division of a larger parcel within the previous 2 years, and the parcel does not have an average slope greater than 20 percent.
CONCLUSION:
The proposed project is consistent with the City’s General Plan and meets the minimum development standards of the PMC. Including the recommended conditions of approval, the proposed subdivision located within the existing C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District will be compatible with adjacent land uses and will not result in any adverse impacts to the surrounding area.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff and the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council make findings that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) set forth in Title 14 CCR § 15315 (Class 15 – Minor Land Divisions) and the City of Placentia Environmental Guidelines, and adopt Resolution R-2025-08, approving TPM 2024-143 and making the findings to permit the subdivision of a 2.66-acre parcel into two parcels of 1.38 acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27 acres (Parcel 2) within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue.
Fiscal Impact Summary:
Fiscal Impact:
No fiscal impact is anticipated with the approval of the Tentative Parcel Map, as the proposed subdivision involves adjusting property lines to better align with existing on-site improvements.
The map does not authorize or result in any new development.
Attachments
1. Resolution R-2025-08 - TPM 2024-143.docx
2. TPM 2024-143 MAP.pdf
3. PC Staff Report SIGNED.pdf
3 RESOLUTION NO. R-2024-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PLACENTIA, TO MAKE FINDINGS THAT THE PROJECT IS
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SET
FORTH IN TITLE 14 CCR § 15315 (CLASS 15 – MINOR LAND
DIVISIONS) AND THE CITY OF PLACENTIA
ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES, AND APPROVE TPM 2024-
143 TO PERMIT THE SUBDIVISION OF AN EXISTING 2.66-
ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO (2) PARCELS MEASURING 1.38-
ACRES (PARCEL 1) AND 1.27-ACRES (PARCEL 2) FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE C-M (COMMERCIAL
MANUFACTURING) ZONING DISTRICT LOCATED ON
PROPERTY AT 975 S. LAKEVIEW AVENUE (ASSESSOR’S
PARCEL NUMBER 346-341-29 & 346-341-30)
A. Recitals
WHEREAS,on March 11, 2025, the Planning Commission of the City of Placentia conducted, and concluded, a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, recommending to the City Council of the City of Placentia, approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 2024-142 for the subdivision located at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue.
WHEREAS,The Planning Commission heard testimony, received a report and other relevant information from City Staff and members of the public including Anacal Engineering (“Applicant” hereinafter) and Greenleaf, LLC (“Property Owner” hereinafter), regarding a Tentative Parcel Map application.
WHEREAS,all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.
B. Resolution
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLACENTIA DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.
Section 2.Based upon substantial evidence presented to this City Council with regard to the application, including written staff reports, verbal testimony and development plans, the City Council hereby specifically finds as follows:
a.The proposed project will not be: (1) detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of the persons residing or working within the neighborhood of the 4 Resolution R-2025-08
existing development or within the city, or (2) injurious to the property or improvements within the neighborhood or within the city as it only involves the subdivision of land for the purposes of ensuring clear property delineation, regulatory compliance, and efficient site management of the subject lots. Subject to compliance with the attached Conditions of Approval and Standard Development Requirements (Attachment “A”), this development complies with all applicable code requirements and development standards of Title 23 of the Placentia Municipal Code (PMC), and Title 22, and all applicable Building Codes and other Regulations of the PMC.
b.The proposed subdivision will be consistent with the City's General Plan. The General Plan Land Use designation for the subject site is Commercial Manufacturing, and the proposed use does not involve any change in the land use designation of the subject site. The proposed project involves the subdivision of an existing 2.66-acre parcel into two (2) parcels measuring 1.38-acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27- acres (Parcel 2) within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District located at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 346-341-29, -30), which the existing development type is consistent with the Commercial Manufacturing land use designation.
c.The proposed project as presented in the staff report and accompanying plans complies with all requirements of PMC Chapter 22.80 (Subdivisions of four or less parcels). The proposed development includes Conditions of Approval and Standard Development Requirements to ensure full compliance with applicable code requirements.
d.Conditions necessary to secure the purposes of this section, including guarantees and evidence of compliance with conditions are made part of this development approval. Attachment “A” contains Conditions of Approval and Standard Development Requirements specific to this development application in order to provide assurances that the proposed subdivision and related on and off-site improvements are in compliance with applicable requirements of the PMC.
e.The proposed map is consistent with the General Plan, as it seeks to reconfigure the size of two existing parcels by realigning their shared property line. This adjustment ensures clear delineation of property boundaries while maintaining compliance with zoning regulations and existing land use designations. In an overall review of the General Plan, the proposed subdivision is consistent with all of the policies, programs, and goals.
f.That the site is physically suitable for the type of development. The site consists of a 2.66-acre parcel within the C-M Zoning District and is designed to accommodate existing industrial and commercial uses. The proposed subdivision will realign the property line between two existing parcels without increasing density or altering the current land use. The site provides adequate access, circulation, and infrastructure to support continued operations in compliance with C-M zoning standards, ensuring its suitability for ongoing industrial and commercial activities. 5 Resolution R-2025-08
g.That the design of the subdivision is not likely to cause serious public health problems. The proposed subdivision is to allow a subdivision will realign the property line between two existing parcels to ensure clear delineation of property boundaries.
h.That the design of the subdivision or the type of future improvements will not conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. As part of the review of the application, an extensive record research was completed. All of the easements will be protected in place. i.The design of the subdivision and the proposed lot line adjustment are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or result in the injury of wildlife or their habitat. The subject site is an already developed property, containing a gas station and a warehouse with associated administrative offices, within the C-M Zoning District.
Given its urbanized setting and the absence of designated wildlife habitats within the area, the proposed lot line adjustment will not introduce any new environmental impacts. The subdivision is a minor technical modification that does not involve new development, grading, or changes to land use, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
Section 3.
a.Based upon the environmental review of the project, the City Council finds that TPM 2020-124 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code §§ 21000 et seq., the State CEQA Guidelines, 14 C.C.R. §§ 15000 et seq., and the Environmental Guidelines of the City of Placentia pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines § 15315 (Class 15 – Minor Land Divisions) as the subdivision is a minor technical modification that does not involve new development, grading, or changes to land use, resulting in four or fewer parcels. b.The City Council finds and determines that, based upon the findings set forth above and below, and changes and alterations which have been incorporated into and conditioned upon the proposed project, no significant adverse environmental effects will occur; and
c.The City Council finds that facts supporting the above-specified findings are contained in the staff report and exhibits, and the information provided during the City Council meeting conducted with respect to the Application.
Section 4.Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth herein, the City Council hereby approves Tentative Parcel Map 2024-143, as modified herein, and specifically subject to the conditions set forth in Attachment A to this Resolution attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein.
PASSED, ADOPTED and APPROVED this 1
st day of April 2025.
6 Resolution R-2025-08
_______________________________
Kevin Kirwin, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ORANGE
I, Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk of the City of Placentia, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Placentia, held on the 1st day of April 2025 by the following vote:
AYES:Councilmembers:
NOES:Councilmembers:
ABSENT:Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN:Councilmembers:
__________________________________
Robert S. McKinnell, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Christian Bettenhausen, City Attorney
7 ATTACHMENT “A”
8 Resolution R-2025-08 ATTACHMENT A
Attachment “A”
Special Conditions of Approval for
Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 2024-143
975 S. Lakeview Avenue
(APNs: 346-341-29, 346-341-30)
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
If the above referenced application is approved, applicant and/or property owner shall comply with the Special Conditions listed below and the Standard Development Requirements attached.
ALL OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL AND STANDARD
DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS SHALL BE FULLY COMPLIED WITH FOR THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW TO CONTINUE IN GOOD STANDING.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT – PLANNING DIVISION:
1.Failure to abide by and faithfully comply with any and all conditions attached to this action shall constitute grounds for revocation or amendment of said actions by the City of Placentia Planning Commission.
2.The applicant shall, as a condition of project approval, at its sole expense, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, agents and consultants from any claim, action, proceeding, liability or judgment against the City, its officers, employees, agents and/or consultants, which action seeks to set aside, void, annul or otherwise challenge any approval by the City Council, Planning Commission, or other City decision-making body or City staff action concerning applicant’s project.
The applicant shall pay the City’s defense costs, including attorney fees and all other litigation-related expenses, and shall reimburse the City for any and all court costs, which the City may be required to pay as a result of such defense. The applicant shall further pay any adverse financial award which may issue against the City including but not limited to any award of attorney fees to a party challenging such project approval. The City shall retain the right to select its counsel of choice in any action referred to herein. The City agrees to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim filed against the City and to fully cooperate in the defense of any such action.
3.Approval of TPM 2024-143 and the resulting Final Map is contingent upon City Council approval.
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4.TPM 2024-143 shall expire twenty-four (24) months after City Council approval or conditional approval if a final map is not recorded. Upon written request by the developer the time limit may be extended an additional twelve (12) months by City Council.
5.TPM 2024-143 shall not permit any new construction. Any construction activities, except for ongoing maintenance and repair of existing structures or appurtenances, are strictly prohibited under this approval. If the developer or property owner of either lot proposes new onsite construction, a new entitlement application package must be submitted to the City of Placentia for review and approval. Upon approval of a subsequent subdivision or proposed development, the new conditions of approval will supersede and replace the conditions established under this Tentative Parcel Map.
6.A final map shall be prepared by or under the direction of a registered Civil Engineer or licensed land surveyor in the State, as provided for in the Business and Professions Code.
7.TPM 2024-143 and the related Final Map shall comply with the applicable requirements of Title 22 Subdivisions of the Placentia Municipal Code.
8.Any modifications to the approved TPM, including any changes, expansions, or intensifications of use, shall be subject to review and approval by the Director of Development Services. The Director of Development Services or their designee shall determine whether such modifications require approval by the City of Placentia Planning Commission or may be approved administratively by City staff.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT - BUILDING DIVISION:
9.The parcel map, after being approved by City Council, shall be recorded by the Orange County Recording Office.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT - ENGINEERING DIVISION:
Final Map
10. The applicant shall prepare and submit a preliminary title report no older than 90 days.
11. Prior to approval of the Final Map, the developer shall provide security in an amount specified in writing by the Registered Civil Engineer or a Licensed Land Surveyor of record. The developer shall enter into an agreement for providing the necessary right-of-way design and construction of missing public improvements, which shall be constructed in coordination with adjacent existing improvements prior to occupancy of the development and subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
12. Prior to the exoneration of any security, the applicant shall submit one (1) duplicate Mylar of the final map and all as built public improvement plans, in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer.
Public Improvements and Construction
10 Resolution R-2025-08 ATTACHMENT A
13. All improvement and grading plans shall be drawn on twenty-four (24) inch by thirty- six (36) inch Mylar and signed by a registered civil engineer or other registered/licensed professional as required.
14.Prior to recording the final map, the public improvement plans as required shall be signed by the City Engineer.
11 1 2Civil Engineering and Land SurveyingE N G I N E E R I N GA N A C A LAnaheimLEGENDVICINITY MAP975 SOUTH LAKEVIEW AVENUEGENERAL NOTESOWNER/SUBDIVIDERLAND AREAANACAL ENGIEERING COMPANYCIVIL ENGINEERING & LAND SURVEYINGTENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2024-143TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2024-143PARKING TABLEZONING INFORMATION12
LAKEVIEW AVENUEMIRALOMA AVENUEEISENHOWERCIRCLEPARCEL 2PARCEL 1CLCLCLEISENHOWER CIRCLE2 2Civil Engineering and Land SurveyingE N G I N E E R I N GA N A C A LAnaheim975 SOUTH LAKEVIEW AVENUEANACAL ENGIEERING COMPANYCIVIL ENGINEERING & LAND SURVEYINGTENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2024-143TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2024-143NOTEEASEMENT NOTES13
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CONCLUSION:
The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan and meets the minimum de velopment standards of the PMC. Including the recommended conditions of approval, the proposed subdivision located within the existing C-M Zoning District will be compatible with adjacent land uses and will not result in any adverse impacts to the surrounding area.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission make findings that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) set forth in Title 14 CCR § 15315 (Class 15 -Minor Land Divisions) and the City of Placentia Environmental Guidelines, and adopt Resolution PC 2025-03, recommending approval of TPM 2024-143 to the City of Placentia City Council and making the findings to permit the subdivision of a 2.66-acre parcel into two parcels of 1.38 acres (Parcel 1) and 1.27 acres (Parcel 2) within the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) Zoning District at 975 S. Lakeview Avenue.
Prepared and submitted by:
Andrew A. Gonzales
Planning Manager
Attachments:
Reviewed and approved by:
Development Services
1.Resolution No. PC 2025-03 recommending City Council approval of TPM 2024-143
1.a. Conditions of Approval
2.Vicinity Map
3.Proposed Tentative Parcel Map No. 2024-143
4.Affidavit of Mailings, Radius Map, and Address List
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