City Council on 2025-10-14 6:00 PM - CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER Meeting Time: 10-14-25 18:00
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City Council on 2025-10-14 6:00 PM -
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10-14-25
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City Council on 2025-10-14 6:00 PM - CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 10-14-25 18:00
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J.1. 25-1412 For eComments and Emails Received from the Public 1 1 0 0 L.1. 25-1423 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING THE TITLE 10 CHAPTER 2 ZONING AND LAND USE
SECTION (10-2.1707) OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO PARKING REGULATIONS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL
USES ON PROPERTIES LOCATED ON ARTESIA AND AVIATION
BOULEVARDS
PROCEDURES:
1. Open the public hearing, take testimony
2. Close the public hearing
3. Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 3306-25, amending Title 10, Chapter 2 Zoning and Land Use Section 10-2.1707 of the Redondo Beach Municipal Code
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3306-25, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO
BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10 CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 5, SECTION 10-2.1707 OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO PARKING REGULATIONS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL
USES LOCATED ON PROPERTIES WITHIN THE ARTESIA AND
AVIATION CORRIDORS AREA PLAN. FOR INTRODUCTION AND
FIRST READING
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Agenda Item: eComments for J.1. 25-1412 For eComments and Emails Received from the Public Overall Sentiment
Nainsi Skiba
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Submitted At: 6:51pm 10-14-25
At a recent meeting Jim Mueller brought up the topic of creating a farmer's market in North Redondo. I support his idea. Since posting about this on the facebook pages Unify Redondo and North Redondo, many residents of North Redondo have indicated that they want a farmers' market to be a fixture in our area -- since other parts of the South Bay have farmers' markets. We have parks in NRB that could accommodate this -- such as Anderson Park, Perry Park, and the Redondo Performing Arts Center. Our City Council, Planning Commission and whoever else should come to our assistance and help facilitate this for our residents. Our residents need a farmers' market in NRB where they can buy healthy locally grown food in a friendly fun outdoor setting that is located in our part of the city. Local artists, craftsmen, jewelry makers and others could sell their wares at this farmer's market. It would be an opportunity for residents to remain local when shopping for healthy locally grown foods and avoid driving to other beach cities' farmer's markets. The farmer's market would be a wholesome addition to NRB, an additional place for socializing and would attract more diners to our local restaurants. Let's pursue this and make it a reality !
Agenda Item: eComments for L.1. 25-1423 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TITLE 10 CHAPTER 2 ZONING AND LAND USE SECTION (10-2.1707) OF THE REDONDO BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO
PARKING REGULATIONS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL USES ON PROPERTIES LOCATED ON ARTESIA AND AVIATION
BOULEVARDS
PROCEDURES:
1. Open the public hearing, take testimony
2. Close the public hearing
3. Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 3306-25, amending Title 10, Chapter 2 Zoning and Land Use Section 10-2.1707 of the Redondo Beach Municipal Code
INTRODUCE BY TITLE ONLY ORDINANCE NO. 3306-25, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10 CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 5, SECTION 10-2.1707 OF THE REDONDO BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO PARKING REGULATIONS FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL USES LOCATED ON PROPERTIES WITHIN THE ARTESIA AND AVIATION CORRIDORS AREA PLAN. FOR INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING Overall Sentiment
Brianna Egan
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Submitted At: 8:14pm 10-14-25
I support the ordinance to eliminate parking requirements for non-residential uses within the AACAP area. The work of UCLA Parking Scholar Donald Shoup and the Parking Reform Network show that parking requirements in land use codes are arbitrary and not based on rigorous science. They are an impediment to redevelopment and to the creation of more walkable storefronts and business districts.
Our most cherished business districts and community spaces are those built before cars and parking requirements. Minneapolis, Austin, and Portland have eliminated parking requirements in recent years, including for residential uses, and these reforms have helped reduce car dependency, improve public health, and lower housing costs (https://e360.yale.edu/features/free-parking-reform). This is a smart land-use policy and is supported by a large majority of merchants in the Artesia and Aviation district, and by the city council in prior discussions and the Planning Commission. This will encourage revitalization and greater walkability for the corridor.
If business owners choose to include parking in their projects, I support a requirement for rear parking instead of a preference, to enable sidewalk-facing storefronts. I further support excluding drive-through operations and limiting driveway widths to one maximum 12’ wide curb cut. Wide driveways beyond 50' pose pedestrian safety risks from cars blindly turning in or driving out. I support any opportunity to increase sidewalk space, add shade trees, bike racks, and bike lanes along this corridor. Thank you for working on this important reform for the district, and hopefully one day, citywide!
Devon Hollowood
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Submitted At: 6:50pm 10-14-25
I strongly support eliminating parking minimums on Artesia and Aviation! This will make those areas more walkable and help revitalize them. Studies have shown that eliminating parking minimums can help local businesses increase sales by increasing foot traffic. It seems like a win for everyone! Alex Fineman
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Submitted At: 6:40pm 10-14-25
I support the proposed ordinance to eliminate parking minimums within the Artesia Blvd and Aviation Blvd corridors. This reform is a smart, targeted strategy to boost local economic health. The current mandates—which force new businesses and commercial redevelopments to provide a fixed, arbitrary number of parking spots—are a significant financial burden. By removing this requirement, we immediately reduce construction and renovation costs, making it easier for small businesses to open, expand, and revitalize aging properties along these vital corridors. This simple change translates directly into greater investment and economic dynamism.
Furthermore, ending commercial parking minimums allows for significantly better use of valuable land. Instead of being legally required to dedicate prime real estate to storing empty cars, business owners can use that space for features that actually attract customers and enhance the streetscape, such as storefronts, patios, outdoor dining, or attractive landscaping. This reform acknowledges that businesses are best equipped to determine their true parking needs based on their unique operations and customer base. Adopting this policy is a fiscally responsible and forward-thinking move that will promote innovation and create a more vibrant commercial environment along Artesia and Aviation