Agenda packet — Santa Clarita City Council, July 11, 2023 (part 1 of 2)

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

Tuesday, July 11, 2023
6:00 PM
City Council Chambers
23920 Valencia Blvd.

Santa Clarita, CA 91355

AGENDA

Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees

How to Address the City Council
Pursuant to Government Code section 54954.3 members of the public are afforded the opportunities to address the City Council. You may address the Council once per meeting during Public Participation on any matter within the Council's jurisdiction that is not listed on the agenda. Public Participation speaker's cards must be submitted to the City Clerk BEFORE this portion of the meeting begins. To address the Council regarding an item on the agenda, please fill out a speaker's card and submit it to the City Clerk BEFORE the Mayor announces the item.

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office, (661) 255-4391. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II)

Pursuant to Government Code 54957.5 any writings or documents distributed to a majority of the members of the City Council regarding any open session item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office located at 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120, during normal business hours.

View public meeting agendas here, inclusive of all attachments and reading file material. ______________________________________________________________________________

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INVOCATION
Gibbs

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

FLAG SALUTE

EXECUTIVE MEETING
This time has been set aside for Councilmembers to review the agenda and obtain any further information that may be needed. Council will also discuss each individual item during the course of the meeting with the exception of the Consent Calendar, which may be approved in its entirety by one motion, unless there is a request to pull an item for discussion. No action will be taken on public agenda items during the Executive Meeting.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for the public to address the City Council on items NOT listed on the agenda. The City Council will not act upon these items at this meeting other than to review and/or provide direction to staff. All speakers must submit a speaker’s card to the City Clerk PRIOR to the beginning of this portion of the meeting. Thirty minutes are allotted for public input at this time. The FIRST TEN people to submit a speaker card prior to the beginning of Public Participation will be heard.

STAFF COMMENTS

COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32 - This ordinance adopts the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code - Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, which became effective on March 2, 2023, which includes higher standards for structural and fire protection in new buildings based on local climatic, geologic, and topographical conditions, floodplain management regulations, as well as administrative provisions for enforcement of the codes at the local level.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing for the adoption of the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code – Title 32.

2. Waive reading of text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE – TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32.”

NEW BUSINESS

2. DESIGNATION OF A VOTING DELEGATE AND UP TO TWO ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATES FOR THE 2023 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE - The League of California Cities Annual Conference is scheduled for September 20-22, 2023, in Sacramento. In order to vote at the General Assembly Meeting, the City Council is asked to designate a voting delegate. The City Council may also appoint up to two alternate voting delegates.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council appoint a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates to the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.

3. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ANIMAL CARE GRANT PROGRAM AND ADOPTION PROMOTION - At the May 9, 2023, City Council meeting, the City Council directed staff to implement recommendations to enhance existing animal care services. This report provides an update on the action items developed and proposes the Animal Care Grant Program and City of Santa Clarita Adoption Promotion for approval and appropriation.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the City of Santa Clarita Animal Care Grant Program and appoint two Councilmembers, and one alternate, to serve on the Animal Care Grants Ad Hoc Committee.

2. Appropriate ongoing funding in the amount of $50,000 to expenditure account 1003203-517101 for the City of Santa Clarita Animal Care Grant Program, and $10,000 to 1003203-516105 for the City of Santa Clarita Adoption Promotion.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion by the City Council. The items are not individually discussed by the City Council unless a request is made by a member of the public or the Council, in which case, the item(s) will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately.

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4. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes of the City Council are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve the minutes of the June 27, 2023 Regular Meeting.

5. CHECK REGISTER NO. 14 - Check Register No. 14 for the Period 06/02/23 through 06/15/23 and 06/22/23. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 06/05/23 through 06/16/23. Purchase orders between $20,000 and $50,000 for the Period 06/04/23 through 06/18/23.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 14

6. LEGISLATION: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, H.R. 2887, H.R. 3681, S. 1466, AND S. 1776 - The following legislative items were presented to the City Council Legislative Committee on June 27, 2023, and are being presented to the City Council for consideration to adopt a position: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Support AB 474 (Rodriguez), AB 701 (Villapudua), ACR 92 (Schiavo), H.R. 2887 (Garcia), H.R. 3681 (Chu), S. 1466 (Feinstein), and S. 1776 (Padilla).

2. Oppose AB 1308 (Quirk-Silva) and SB 450 (Atkins).

3. Transmit position statements to the authors of the bills, Santa Clarita’s state and federal legislative delegation, appropriate legislative committees, Governor Newsom, President Biden, the League of California Cities, and other stakeholder organizations.

7. SECOND READING - UDC AMENDMENT - TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS - The Second Reading of an ordinance to amend to Unified Development Code to establish regulations for sites identified in multiple housing element planning periods.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH

REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A.”

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8. FIFTH AMENDMENT TO REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH
CCATT LLC - Recommendation to amend the license agreement of a communications facility, adjacent to the Valencia Industrial Center, to install an antenna and equipment, as well as an increase of revenue by 5 percent.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the Fifth Amendment with CCATT LLC.

2. Increase anticipated revenues for Fiscal Year 2023-24 by $6,000 in revenue account 100-401204 Franchise Agreement-Other.

3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents subject to City Attorney approval.

9. DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREAS 3 AND 24 GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTING CONTRACTS - Council consideration to award contracts and authorize a one-time appropriation of $55,000 from DBAA 3 and $46,000 from DBAA 24 for geotechnical consulting for field testing, repair recommendations, and well evaluation.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Award a contract to Applied Earth Sciences in the amount of $55,000 for geotechnical consulting in DBAA 3 and authorize the one-time appropriation of funds in the amount of $55,000 from DBAA Fund Balance (Fund 351) to expenditure account 3517209-516113.

2. Award a contract to Geosyntec Consultants in the amount of $46,000 for geotechnical consulting in DBAA 24 and authorize the one-time appropriation of funds in the amount of $46,000 from DBAA Fund Balance (Fund 351) to expenditure account 3517213-516113.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

10. MODIFICATION OF MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH LOS

ANGELES COUNTY AND MODIFICATION OF CONTRACTS WITH LARRY WALKER ASSOCIATES AND TETRA TECH INC - Council consideration to amend the Memorandum of Agreement with Los Angeles County and contracts for water quality monitoring and reporting with Tetra Tech Inc. and Larry Walker Associates to adjust to increasing stormwater program requirements and source identification needs.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Amend Memorandum of Agreement with Los Angeles County and the Los Angeles

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County Flood Control District.

2. Amend the existing contract with Larry Walker Associates to increase scope of work due to increased National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit requirements and authorize an expenditure authority increase in the amount of $15,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $642,594.

3. Amend the existing contract with Tetra Tech Inc. to increase the scope of work due to the increased National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit requirements and implement the Comprehensive Human Waste Source Reduction Strategy, and authorize an expenditure authority increase in the amount of $401,996 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,312,991.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

11. VALENCIA GLEN PARK PLAY AREA- DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACT - Design and Build contract for Valencia Glen Park play area refurbishment.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Award a design-build contract to Great Western Installations, Inc., to design and build a play area at Valencia Glen Park in the amount of $999,070 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $200,930 for a total contract amount not to exceed $1,200,000.

2. Authorize the appropriation of $1,200,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds, (Fund 203), Project expenditure account P1019203-516101.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

12. FINAL TRACT MAPS, ACCEPTANCE OF OFFERS OF DEDICATION, AND

REJECTION OF IRREVOCABLE OFFERS OF DEDICATION FOR TRACT MAPS NO. 51644-16 AND 51644-17 (TESORO HIGHLANDS) - Pursuant to Section 66474.1 of the Subdivision Map Act, approve final tract maps, accept and reject offers of dedication, and abandon easements for Tract No. 51644-16 and Tract No. 51644-17.

These maps are for subdivision purposes and are located within Tesoro del Valle, north of Tesoro del Valle Road.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve Final Tract Maps for Tract No. 51644-16 and Tract No. 51644-17.

2. Accept on behalf of the public the offers of dedication and grant of: (1) the easement for public use and road purposes; (2) the easements for sanitary sewer and sanitary

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sewer ingress and egress purposes; (3) all sanitary sewers and appurtenant structures; (4) the easements for covered storm drain, storm drain appurtenant structures, ingress and egress purposes; (5) the right to restrict or prohibit the erection or construction of any buildings or structures within lots 101, 102, and 104 through 125, inclusive, on Tract No. 51644-16; (6) the right to restrict or prohibit the erection or construction of any buildings or structures within lots 132 through 151, inclusive, on Tract No. 51644-17; and (7) the right to restrict or prohibit any and all allowable uses or construction within those areas designated as open space on these maps.

3. Reject the irrevocable offers of dedication and grant in fee simple of all lots 90, 91, and 92 of Tract No. 51644-16 and all lots 123 and 124 of Tract No. 51644-17 for flood control purposes.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to rescind the rejection and accept the offer of dedication and grant in fee simple all of lots 90, 91, and 92 of Tract No. 51644-16 and lots 123 and 124 of Tract No. 51644-17 when construction of the improvements are completed to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works.

5. Make findings as follows: This project is consistent with the provisions of Sections 66474 and 66474.1 of the Subdivision Map Act and should be approved.

6. Instruct the Director of Administrative Services to endorse the Special Assessment Statement on the face of the Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-16 and Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-17, which indicates all special assessments levied by the City of Santa Clarita are paid.

7. Instruct the City Clerk to endorse the City Clerk’s Statement on the face of the Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-16 and Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-17, which embodies the approval of said maps, the acceptance of the dedications shown thereon, and the rejection of the irrevocable offer of dedication and grant in fee simple shown thereon.

8. Instruct the City Surveyor to endorse the City Surveyor’s Statement on the face of the Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-16 and Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-17, which provides for verification that the map is technically correct.

9. Instruct the City Engineer to endorse the City Engineer’s Statement on the face of Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-16 and Final Tract Map for Tract No. 51644-17 which provides for verification of substantial conformance with the Tentative Tract Map and all provisions of local ordinances and state laws applicable at the time of approval.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
This time has been set aside for any speakers that have turned in speaker cards and were not heard in the first thirty minutes allotted to address the City Council on items that are NOT on the agenda. Speaker cards may not be submitted relating to any items listed on the agenda.

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STAFF COMMENTS

ADJOURNMENT

FUTURE MEETINGS
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held August 22, 2023, at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers, 1st floor of City Hall, 23920 Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita, CA.

CERTIFICATION
On July 6, 2023, I, Mary Cusick, do hereby certify that I am the duly appointed and qualified City Clerk for the City of Santa Clarita and that the foregoing agenda was posted at City Hall.

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Mary Cusick
City Clerk
Santa Clarita, California

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Agenda Item: 1

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Michael Villegas

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing for the adoption of the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code – Title

32. 2. Waive reading of text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE – TITLE 22 OF

THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32.”

BACKGROUND

At the June 27, 2023, City Council meeting, an ordinance was introduced and passed to a second reading to adopt the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code (LACFC). At the meeting, a public hearing was set in accordance with Government Code Section 50022.3 to consider the adoption of the ordinance. Public notice was duly given for the public hearing in compliance with State of California (State) law, and a copy of the proposed codes and local amendments was made available for public review in the City Clerk’s Office.

Adoption of this ordinance is necessary to ensure the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (District) will continue to safeguard life and property from fire and explosion hazards arising from the storage, handling, and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises.

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The 2023 LACFC is now active in all areas within the jurisdiction of the District, and it is required to be adopted/ratified by reference through official action by the governing bodies of the constituent/contracting cities of the District. If approved by the City Council, the code would become effective 30 days after approval.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

The 2023 LACFC is required to be adopted/ratified by reference through official action by the governing bodies of the constituent/contracting cities of the District. Should City Council elect not to adopt the proposed State codes and local amendments, the City of Santa Clarita would still be required to enforce the new State codes as set forth in Health and Safety Code sections 17922 and 17958 et seq. Additionally, the updated local amendments, if not adopted, would not be enforceable.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.

ATTACHMENTS
Notice of Public Hearing
Ordinance
Exhibit A
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

A Public Hearing will be held before the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita in the City Hall Council Chambers, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, First Floor, Santa Clarita, California, on the 11th day of July, 2023, at or after 6:00 p.m. to consider adoption of the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code – Title 32 and updating Title 22 of the Santa Clarita Municipal Code.

Proponents, opponents, and any interested persons may appear and be heard on this matter at that time. A copy of the building codes with local amendments is available for viewing at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Suite 120, Santa Clarita, California.

If you wish to challenge this action taken on this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or written correspondence delivered to the City Council, at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information regarding this adoption, please contact Michael Villegas, Assistant to the City Manager, at (661) 255-4960.

Dated: June 20, 2023

Mary Cusick, MMC
City Clerk

Publish Date: June 27 and July 4, 2023

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Attachment: Notice of Public Hearing (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE -

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ORDINANCE NO. 23-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE - TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32

WHEREAS, the City of Santa Clarita lies within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (District); and

WHEREAS, the District has responsibility for fire protection within said jurisdictional boundaries; and

WHEREAS, the County Board of Supervisors, acting as the Governing Body of the District did on January 31, 2023, adopt amendments to the District Fire Code by adopting by reference, with certain changes and amendments, the 2022 edition of the California Fire Code and portions of the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code; and

WHEREAS, as allowed by State law, the District Fire Code contains local amendments that constitute more restrictive building standards relating to fire and panic safety than those adopted by the State Fire Marshal and contained in the California Building Standards Code; and

WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 13869.7(c) of the California Health and Safety Code, local amendments containing such more restrictive building standards are not effective within the jurisdictional boundaries of the City until ratified by the City Council; and

WHEREAS, it is the intention of the City to ratify all of these more restrictive building standards and to have those standards be enforced in the City; and

WHEREAS, the State of California (State) requires by its Government Code that local jurisdictions adopt the latest State Building Standards Code.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Adopts the 2023 edition of the District Fire Code (the Los Angeles County Fire Code, i.e. Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code) as the Fire Code for the City.

SECTION 2. Ratifies the ordinance amending the District Fire Code, adopted on January 31, 2023, with an effective date of March 2, 2023, by the Board of Supervisors which contains more restrictive building standards,

SECTION 3. Finds that the more restrictive building standards contained in the District Fire Code are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions in the City and adopts by reference the specific findings made in Section 445 of the ordinance.

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Attachment: Ordinance (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32)

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SECTION 4. This ordinance shall become effective and in full force thirty (30) days from its passage and adoption.

SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be published as required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 11th day of July 2023.

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MAYOR
ATTEST:

CITY CLERK

DATE:________________________

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

I, Mary Cusick, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 23- was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 27th day of June. That thereafter, said Ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 11th day of July 2023, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

AND I FURTHER CERTIFY that the foregoing is the original of Ordinance No. 23- and was published in The Signal newspaper in accordance with State Law (G.C. 40806).

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CITY CLERK

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Attachment: Ordinance (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32)

ADOPTION & FILING OF THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE
Rev. 2023-03-23
EXHIBIT A of CITY MOTION FOR ADOPTION:

Exhibit A - Section 450 from Ordinance Adopted by County Board of Supervisors on January 31, 2023:

SECTION 445.

FINDINGS IN SU PPORT OF ADOPTION OF MORE
RESTRICTIVE BUILDING STANDARDS.

The provisions of this ordinance contain various changes, modifications, and additions to the 2022 California Fire Code. Some of those changes are administrative in nature in that they do not constitute changes or modifications to requirements contained in the building standards adopted by the State Fire Marshal and published in the California Building Standards Code.

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5, the Board of Supervisors hereby expressly finds and determines that all of the changes and modifications to requirements contained in the building standards published in the California Building Standards Code, contained in this ordinance, which are not administrative in nature, are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions in the County of Los Angeles and in the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County (“District”).

This expressed finding is supported and based upon the following more specific determinations:

CLIMATIC – The County of Los Angeles/District is located in an area subject to climatic conditions with long periods of low humidity and hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal high winds (Santa Ana wind conditions), resulting in increased exposure to fire risk.

This combination of events creates an environment that is conducive to rapidly spreading fires.

Control of such fires requires rapid response. With the time that is required to deal with potential obstacles from the wind, such as fallen trees, street lights, and utility poles, in addition to the time required to climb 75 feet vertically up flights of stairs, the ability to respond rapidly is negatively

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Attachment: Exhibit A (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32)

ADOPTION & FILING OF THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE
Rev. 2023-03-23
impacted. Additionally, there is a significant increase in the amount of wind at 60 feet above the ground. Use of aerial-type firefighting apparatus above this height would place rescue personnel at increased risk of injury. High winds will also cause burning embers to become airborne resulting in the rapid spread of a fire to nearby structures. Immediate containment of a fire is the only method by which it can be controlled during high wind conditions. In high fire severity zones, a unique combination of low humidity, strong winds, and dry vegetation exists.

GEOLOGICAL – The County of Los Angeles/District is located in the middle of the seismically active area identified as Seismic Zone 4. The viability of the public water system would be questionable at best after a major seismic event. Tall buildings would become vulnerable to uncontrolled fires due to a lack of available water and an inability to pump sufficient quantities of any available water to floors above the 55-foot level. A severe seismic event has the potential to negatively impact any rescue or fire suppression activities because it is likely to create significant physical obstacles and logistical challenges. With the probability of strong aftershocks, there exists a need to provide increased protection for anyone on upper floors.

Geological conditions created by the numerous faults will result in increased fire danger to structures, delayed Fire Department response, and unique rescue challenges. Seismic events of sufficient magnitude will cause substantial damage to structures. These damages are likely to be accompanied by a substantial number of fires that may exceed the Fire Department suppression capabilities. Accordingly, built-in fire suppression systems provide the only adequate measure to mitigate the potential hazards from and damage caused by such fires.

The County of Los Angeles/District is subject to occasional severe rainstorms. The impacts from these rainstorms are exacerbated if hillside areas have been burned by wildland fires because significant mud and debris flows can occur. Mud and debris flows can impair Fire

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Attachment: Exhibit A (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32)

ADOPTION & FILING OF THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE
Rev. 2023-03-23
Department access or delay response times if access roads are obstructed by mud or debris.

TOPOGRAPHICAL – The topographical conditions of the County of Los Angeles/District includes many mountains, hills, and canyons which tend to accelerate the periodic high-velocity winds by means of a Venturi effect. These canyon winds and the significant growth of vegetation of a combustible nature increase the fire danger. Additionally, long periods of dry, hot weather, combined with unpredictable seasonal winds (Santa Ana wind conditions) result in increased exposure to fire risk. The hillside areas have access roads that are narrow, steep, and contain many sharp curves, all of which makes timely response by large fire apparatus difficult.

The specific sections of this code that constitute more restrictive building standards are identified in the table set forth below. The more restrictive building standards contained in this code and identified in the table below shall be applicable only in those cities served by the District which have ratified the aforesaid sections in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 13869.

Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
304.1.2 –
Vegetation
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment requiring brush clearance to
maintain defensible space for fire operations that
is necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire and to minimize the spreading of fire to
structures.
314.4 –
Vehicles
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing the fuel-amount
equivalencies for indoor display of vehicles using
alternative fuels and other newer technologies.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake movement and damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

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Attachment: Exhibit A (SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32)

ADOPTION & FILING OF THE

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE
Rev. 2023-03-23
Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
316.6.1 –
Structures
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Imposes additional requirements for the
grounding of construction under high-voltage
transmission lines to protect property, the public,
and fire fighters responding to emergencies.

Necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire, to reduce the possibility of fires being causes
by downed high-voltage transmission lines, to
minimize the spreading of fires that may begin
under transmission lines, and to protect fire
fighters responding to emergencies under
transmission lines. Further necessary because
risk of fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
321 – Artificial
Combustible
Ve
getation
Administrative Deletion in order to clarify that neither the St ate nor the District adopts this section or the sections
of Chapter 8 that are referenced by it.
322.3 – Fire
safet
y plan
Administrative Declaratory of exi sting law for clarification to the code user.
322.4.1 –
Limited indoor
storage in
containers
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing the ability for the fire
code official to consider other factors affecting
the safety of the placement containers used for
the collection of damaged and used lithium-
based batteries. These batteries have been
identified as a known source of fires, especially
when damaged or aged. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
326.7 – Fire
protection
facilities
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment to require fire safety measures
including but not limited to water supply,
firebreaks, posting of fire watchers, access roads,
restriction of activities during high fire hazard and
other conditions to maintain reasonable fire
safety. Necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire, to reduce the possibility of wildland fires
spreading to structures, and to minimize impacts
of fire. Further necessary because risk of fire is
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Section Local Condition Explanation and Findings
in the County/District.
326.12.2 –
Chimneys
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment to reduce the threat of fires by
requiring spark arrestors on chimneys that is
necessary due to the unique climate and
topography of the County/District to reduce risk of
fire and to minimize impacts of fire. Such spark
arrestors reduce the likelihood of embers exiting
a chimney and igniting a fire. These spark
arrestors are required by the SFM in both CCR
Title 19 and the Buildin
g Code.
326.14 –
Roadway
clearance
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment requiring clearance of
roadways to provide adequate access for
firefighting apparatus, to create defensible space
for fire operations, and to reduce the possibility of
wildland fires spreading to structures. Necessary
due to the unique climate and topography of the
Count
y/District.
401.10 – Fire
watch
procedures,
401.10.1,
401.10.2,
401.10.3,
401.10.4,
401.10.5,
401.10.6.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for consistency in the minimum
requirements of a fire watch program. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times and actions
due to the unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the County/District.
503.1.1 –
Buildings and
facilities
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for clarification regarding the
determination of the fire code official for certain
special circumstances. Necessary to ensure
adequate response times and actions due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
503.1.2 –
Additional
access.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for additional access requirements
necessary because of terrain, climate, or other
factors that limit access. Necessary to ensure
adequate response times due to the unique
climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.

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503.2.1 –
Dimensions,
503.2.1.1,
503.2.1.2,
503.2.1.2.1,
503.2.1.2.2,
503.2.1.2.2.1,
503.2.1.2.2.2
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires unobstructed clearance to sky on fire
apparatus access roads with exception for
protected tree species. Necessary to prevent
obstruction of access roads by tree limbs or other
obstructions and thus allow for quick response
times to fires and other emergencies. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Requires sufficient fire apparatus access
road widths and the location of said roads in
respect to buildings. Necessary because risk of
fire and collapse is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
503.2.4 –
Turning radius,
503.2.5 –
Dead-ends,
503.2.7 –
Grade
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for more stringent width, turning radius,
and grade specifications for access roads to
ensure access for fire apparatus. Necessary due
to unique climatic and topographical conditions
that increase the risk of fires. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
503.4 –
Obstruction of
fire apparatus
access roads
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Adds speed bumps and speed humps to list of
prohibited obstructions to fire apparatus access
roads. Speed bumps and speed humps reduce
response times to fires and other emergencies
because fire apparatus have to slow down to
pass over them or drive around them. Necessary
to ensure adequate response times due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
503.4.1 –
Traffic-calming
devices
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires fire code official approval to install
traffic calming devices such as speed bumps and
speed humps. Such devices can reduce
response times to fires and other emergencies.

Necessary to ensure adequate response times
due to the unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. This section is necessary
because the risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.

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503.6 – Gates Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires gates placed across fire apparatus
access roads meet parameters to ensure
emergency access widths and operability.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and electrical power
interruption that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the Count
y/District.
503.7 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
in recreational
vehicle, mobile
home,
manufactured
housing, sales
lots, and
stora
ge lots
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires fire apparatus access roads in
recreational vehicle, mobile home, manufactured
housing, sales lots, and storage lots. Necessary
to ensure adequate water supply and access to
such locations due to the unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because the risk of fire is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
503.8 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
in mobile
home parks
and special
occupancy
parks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires additional fire apparatus access roads
in mobile home parks and special occupancy
parks. Necessary to ensure adequate water
supply and access to such locations due to the
unique climatic and topographical conditions that
increase the risk of fires in fire hazard severity
zones. Further necessary because risk of fire is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
504.5 –
Rooftop
barriers and
parapets
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for emergency access to and egress
from the roof in the event of fire or other
emergency. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to unique
climatic,
geological, and topographical conditions.
506.1 – Where
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Local amendment providing for access to
structures or areas where immediate access is
necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes.

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507.2.2 –
Water tanks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires installation and maintenance standards
for water tanks providing water for fire protection.

Extends certain requirements to associated
support structures and piping. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire and exposure that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These unique conditions also
increase emergency response times, thereby
increasing the time during which these water tank
s
ystems must remain in functional order.
507.5.10 –
Draft system
identification
sign
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides posting of sign to notify Fire Department
of draft hydrants, including those for swimming
pools and spas in fire hazard severity zone.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because risk of fire is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
509.1.1 –
Utility and
hazardous
equipment
identification,
509.2 –
Equipment
and
disconnection-
means access,
509.3
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for identification and access to the
disconnection means that are required for
hazardous equipment and/or energy sources
serving structures, as necessary for the
protection of life and for fire-fighting purposes.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and unpredictable power
fluctuations that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. These factors also
complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
510.1 –
Emergency
responder
communication
coverage
(ERCC) in new
buildin
gs
Administrative Clarifies how t he fire code official will make the determination that is required of them by the
State code.
510.4.1,
510.4.1.1,
510.4.1.2,
510.4.2,
510.4.2.3,
510.5, 510.5.1,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
When the circumstances of a structure
necessitate emergency responder
communication coverage systems, this
amendment specifies “critical areas” of the
building, referred to in the State code, at which it
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510.5.4, 510.6,
510.6.2
ERCC –
coverage
coverage. This list of areas is built upon the list
of areas that are required to be served when a
wired system is installed in lieu of an emergency
responder radio coverage system. Systems are
required to be provided with standby power for a
duration of time. Amendment also clarifies
required design standards otherwise left up to
determination by the fire code official. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
movement and damage, and electrical power
interruption that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. Further necessary due to
the artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
emergency radio communications for first
responders.
603.4 –
Working space
and
clearances
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for maintenance of the working
clearances that are required to be maintained
about electrical equipment such as electrical
panels and other equipment specified by the
Electrical Code. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
603.4.1 –
Electrical
signage and
labeling
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides clarification of the interpretation of this
section, and reference to the related section of
code. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
604.4 –
Emergency
signs
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides guidance with local criteria that the fire
code official will use in making the determination
required of them by this section. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topo
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County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6 –
Inspection,
testing, and
maintenance
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Prohibits obstruction or impairment of fire
protection and life safety system equipment,
including initiating devices, alarm notification
appliances, and annunciators. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4 –
Aboveground
controls and
valves for
water-based
fire protection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Introductory section to Sections 901.6.4.1
through 901.6.4.4. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4.1 –
Signage
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides signage requirements for water-control
valves to facilitate fire-fighter identification and
use of said valves in an emergency. Necessary
because of unique climatic and topographical
conditions that increase the risk of fires in fire
hazard severity zones. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
901.6.4.2 –
Locks
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for the security, and accessibility to
proper authorities, of water-based fire protection
systems. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
901.6.4.3 –
Painting
identification
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for the identification and maintenance of
water-based fire protection systems. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,

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topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
901.6.4.4 –
Clear space
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides clearance requirements for water-
control valves to facilitate fire-fighter identification and use of said valves in an emergency.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
fires in fire hazard severity zones. Further
necessary because risk of fire is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
903.2.8 –
Group R
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires that fire sprinklers be installed in mobile
homes and manufactured homes located outside
of mobile home parks. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire and exposure that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
Count
y/District.
903.2.11.7 –
Occupancies
in fire hazard
severity zones
and within the
San Gabriel
South face
Area or

Malibu–Santa
Monica
Mountains
Area
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides an additional level of protection to
occupancies in case of a fire by requiring
installation of automatic fire sprinklers.

Necessary because of unique climatic and
topographical conditions that increase the risk of
catastrophic fires in fire hazard severity zones
and due to the topography that reduces response
times to fires. Further necessary because risk of
fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the County/District.
903.4.2,
903.4.2.1 –
Remote
annunciator
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides for fire-fighter access to the alarm
system information/status where necessary due
to otherwise being inaccessible or inapparent.

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904.1.1 –
Certification of
service
personnel for
fire-
extinguishing
Equipment
Administrative Clarification to the code user that neither the Consolidated Fire Protection District of
Los Angeles County, nor the State of California
adopt this section.
904.3.5 –
Monitoring
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires monitoring of all automatic fire-
extinguishing systems when a sprinkler
monitoring system is otherwise required.

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire and
exposure that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the Count
y/District.
905.2.1 –
Class I
standpipes
Climatic Construction and inst allation requirements for Class I standpipes to ensure adequate fire
protection systems and water supply due to fires
in the hot and windy climate of the
Count
y/District.
905.4 –
Location of
Class I
standpipe
hose
connections,
905.4.3
Climatic Installation/Regulati on of Fire Protection System to ensure proper location of hose connection to
control fires in the hot and windy climate of the
County/District.
905.5.3 –
Class II
system
1½-inch hose
Climatic Installation and regul ation of interior wet
standpipes to ensure adequate fire protection
system due to fires in the hot and windy climate
of the Count
y/District.
905.9 – Riser
shutoff valve
supervision
and drain
Climatic Additional requirement s to fire protection system for testing, maintenance, and operation.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions.
905.13 –
Standpipe
diameter
Climatic Size requirement s for Class III standpipes to ensure adequate fire protection system.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions.
910.2 – Where
required
Climatic and
geological
Requires smoke and heat removal for buildings.

Necessary to increase ability of fire fighters to
respond to, and fight, fires in buildings.

Necessar
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the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and the prevalence of earthquakes in
the Count
y/District.
910.2.3 –
Group S-2
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires smoke and heat removal for basement-
level parking garages. Necessary to increase
ability of fire fighters to respond to fires in parking garages. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire and earthquake damage that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. Further necessary due to the
artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
the ability of emergency responders to protect
life, propert
y, and the environment.
910.3 –
Smoke and
heat vent
design and
installation.
910.3.2,
910.3.4,
910.3.4.1,
910.3.4.2,
910.3.4.2.1,
910.3.4.2.2,
910.3.4.3
910.3.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requirements for smoke and heat vents in
buildings. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire and earthquake damage that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. Further necessary due to the
artificial topographical physical features of a
structure or area that limit and/or interfere with
the ability of emergency responders to protect
life, property, and the environment.
910.4.3,
910.4.4 –
Mechanical
smoke
removal
s
ystems
Geological Requirements fo r smoke and heat vents and
mechanical smoke removal systems in buildings.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to seismic concerns with
potential water supply issues.
912.2 –
Location
Geological and
Topographical
Requires that more than one fire department
connection may be required. Necessary due to
natural and artificial local topography, and the
effects of seismic activity that could limit and/or
interfere with the ability of emergency responders
to access certain locations.

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912.2.1 –
Visible location
Climatic,
Topographical,
Geological
Requires fire department connections to be
located within 150 feet of a public fire hydrant
and at a safe distance from the building.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions. Further necessary because the risk
of fire is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
912.7 –
Inspection,
testing and
maintenance
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where provisions for signage, painting,
hose threads, physical protection, and clear
space, for fire department connections, shall
apply. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
912.8 –
Identification
— paint color
Climatic,
Topographical
Requires red paint on fire department
connections subject to rust or corrosion to identify
them to fire fighters and protect from the
elements. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and wind
y conditions.
912.9 –
Breakable
caps or plugs
Climatic,
Topographical
Requires breakable caps or plugs for fire hose
couplings to protect them from the elements and
to ensure easy access to the fire department
connection during fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and wind
y conditions.
914.9.1 –
Spray booths
Climatic Requires spray booths to have automatic fire
sprinkler system protection under specified
conditions. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions. Further necessary
because the risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
1032.4 – Exit
signs,
1032.4.1,
1032.4.2,
1032.4.3
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requirements for minimum exit signage
maintenance, including a bringing-to-one-location
of existing CA requirements scattered about the
code and/or providing reference thereto.

Addresses warnings against elevator use in an
emergency, and stairway access. Necessary to
ensure proper notice and evacuation in case of
fire or other emer
gency. Necessary because of

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increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and windy conditions. Further necessary
because risk of fire and need for evacuation is
increased due to the prevalence of earthquakes
in the Count
y/District.
1103.11 – Fire
department
access
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where provisions for fire department
access apply, including reference to a related
section of the code. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1203.2.3 –
Emergency
responder
communication
coverage
systems.

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains current level of safety by maintaining
current standby-power capacity duration for
emergency responder communication coverage
systems. Necessary due to the increased risks
of fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1203.2.5 –
Exhaust
ventilation
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains current level of safety by maintaining
current standby-power capacity duration for
electrical energy storage system mechanical
exhaust ventilation systems. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

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1203.2.7 –
Gas detection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Corrects reference number for section
addressing exhaust ventilation for electrical
energy storage systems. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1204.4 –
Grounding
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies when grounding will be required of
portable generators. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1205.2 –
Access and
pathway
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies that exceptions to access and pathway
requirements may not negate the ability of
occupants to reliably identify escape and rescue
pathways and avoid electrified components
therein. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1205.4 –
Buildings with
rapid
shutdown
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides reference to the related section of code.

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1205.5.1 –
Vegetation
control
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies where this maintenance provision
applies. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1206.10 –
Manual shutoff
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides reference to the related section of code,
and harmonizes this section thereto. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.1.2 –
Permits,
1207.1.3,
1207.1.4,
1207.1.4.1,
1207.1.4.2,
1207.1.5,
1207.1.7
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Require approved permitting for electrical energy
storage systems (ESS), including
criteria/clarification regarding hazard mitigation
analysis and special approvals beyond what the
code allows by default. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.3.4,
1207.3.4.1,
1207.3.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies design and installation requirements for
electrical energy storage systems (ESS).

Necessary due to the increased risks of fire,
earthquake damage, and unpredictable power
fluctuations that are consequences of the unique
climatic, topographical, and geological conditions
of the County/District. These factors also
complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1207.4 –
General
installation
requirements,
1207.4.1,
1207.4.2,
1207.4.7,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies/clarifies location, separation, and
signage requirements for electrical energy
storage systems (ESS). Provides clarification
and reference to other code requirements already
applicable to these installations. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are

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1207.4.8 –
Signage
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, responding resources, water
needs and availabilit
y, and access.
1207.5.2,
1207.5.8,
Table 1207.7,
1207.7.1,
1207.7.2,
1207.7.3,
1207.7.4,
1207.8.3,
1207.8.4

Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical

Specifies/clarifies location and separation
requirements for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS). Maintains preexisting safety
levels. Necessary due to the increased risks of
fire, earthquake damage, and unpredictable
power fluctuations that are consequences of the
unique climatic, topographical, and geological
conditions of the County/District. These factors
also complicate response times, water needs and
availabilit
y, and access.
1207.4.13,
1207.5.4 –
Fire detection,
1207.6.1.1,
1207.6.1.2,
1207.6.1.2.1,
1207.6.1.2.2,
1207.6.1.2.3,
1207.6.1.2.4
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies requirements for fire-extinguishing
systems, ventilation, standby power, gas
detection, explosion control, and the ability to
release energy, for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS). Includes references to the code
sections regarding fire department connections
and hydrants. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Table 1207.6,
1207.6.1.1–
1207.6.1.2.4
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Specifies design and installation requirements for
various battery technologies used in electrical
energy storage systems (ESS). Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.6.3 –
Explosion
control
Administrative Corrects typo to reference therein to a section within Chapter 1, which was reorganized in
2021/2022.
1207.4.6 –
Combustible
stora
ge,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topo
graphical
Clarifies that combustible storage within ESS
cabinets and enclosures is not allowed, and that
ve
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1207.5.7 –
Vegetation
requirements for electrical energy storage
systems (ESS) apply to both new and existing
installations. Necessary due to the increased
risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.9.4,
1207.9.5
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Addresses special installations of battery energy
storage systems (ESS), including those on
rooftops and in parking garages. Necessary due
to the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Table 1207.10,
1207.10.6,
1207.10.7.2,
1207.10.7.3,
1207.10.7.6
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical

Addresses mobile versions of electrical energy
storage system (ESS) installations. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
1207.11,
1207.11.1,
1207.11.2.1,
1207.11.3,
1207.11.3.1,
1207.11.4,
1207.11.5.1,
1207.11.6,
1207.11.7,
1207.11.7.1,
Figure
1207.11.7.1,
1207.11.7.2,
1207.11.7.3,
1207.11.7.4,
1207.11.7.4.1,
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Addresses installations of battery energy storage
systems in Group R-3 and R-4 occupancies.

Maintains and clarifies standing requirements in
the jurisdiction in order to maintain minimum
levels of safety regarding explosion, fire, and
toxic gas hazards, both for the property in
question and that of neighboring properties.

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1207.11.7.4.2,
1207.11.8
2007.9 –
Emergency
Helicopter
Landing
Facility
(EHLF),
2007.9.1
Climatic and
Topographical
Provides for public safety by an
evacuation/landing area on high-rise buildings
and the maintenance thereof. Necessary due to
large number of high-rise buildings in the
County/District and difficulty in evacuating high-
rise buildings, and getting resources thereto, in
case of fire or other emer
gency.
2007.10 –
Ground-based
helicopter
facilities,
2007.10.1 –
Surface
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides design standards for helistops and
heliports, primarily for establishment in fire
hazard severity zones, to enable helicopters and
associated water tenders and support equipment
to safely operate to conduct operations to combat
fires and render other services in those areas.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and topography that hinders the ability
for fire apparatus to gain access to remote
portions of the County/District. Further
necessary due to the increased risks of
earthquake damage that complicate response
times, water needs and availabilit
y, and access.
2007.10.2 –
Hydrant
Climatic;
Topographical
Requires a hydrant next to helistops and
heliports, especially in fire hazard severity zones,
to enable helicopters to fill their tanks to facilitate water drops on wildland fires in those areas, and
for response to aviation accidents. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions
and topography that hinders the ability for fire
apparatus to gain access to remote portions of
the Count
y/District.
2007.10.3 –
Access
Climatic;
Topographical
Adopts requirements for fire apparatus access to
helistops and heliports, especially in fire hazard
severity zones, to enable support equipment and
apparatus associated with helicopter operations
to combat fires and render other services in those
areas. Necessary because of increased danger
of fire in the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions and topography that hinders the ability
for fire apparatus to gain access to remote
portions of the Count
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2007.11 –
Maintenance,
2007.11.1 –
Fire
Department
permit
required
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Requires maintenance of the safe and necessary
functionality of a new or existing helicopter facility
intended to some extent for emergency Fire
Department use. Where such functionality or
availability is impaired, a permit and/or
notification is required. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and windy conditions; and both topography
and seismic geological activity that hinders the
ability for fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
2203.3 – Dust-
collection
systems
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies applicability of this provision, corrects
reference error by the State, and maintains the
required interlock provision. Necessary due to
the increased risks of fire, earthquake damage,
and unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
2203.4.2 –
Static
electricity
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Maintains the requirement for permanent
grounding or bonding in accordance with
approved standards. Necessary due to the
increased risks of fire, earthquake damage, and
unpredictable power fluctuations that are
consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.
2404.4 – Fire
protection
Climatic Provides for spray booths to be equipped with
automatic fire sprinklers. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to hot and wind
y conditions.
2504.6, 2507.2
– Fruit and
crop-ripening
Climatic and
Geological
Provides requirements for fruit and crop ripening
operations to prevent ignition of ethylene gas and
reduce risk of fire and explosion. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions
and to reduce risk of fires and explosion from
earthquakes.
3104.5 –
Helicopter
Climatic,
Geolo
gical, and
Provides notice within the section concerning
tents and temporary membrane structures that

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landing
facilities
Topographical consideration must b e given to nearby helicopter landing facilities so as not to interfere with their
safe and necessary functionality. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions;
and both topography and seismic geological
activity that hinders the ability for ground-based
fire apparatus to gain access to portions of the
Count
y/District, including for patient care.
3107.15.2.1 –
Quantity limit
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Harmonizes the code by providing reference to
the related section of the code. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to hot and windy conditions;
and both topography and seismic geological
activity that hinders the ability for ground-based
fire apparatus to gain access to portions of the
Count
y/District, including for patient care.
3107.18 –
Combustible
vegetation
Climatic and
Topographic
Increased clearance requirements for
combustible vegetation near tents and membrane
structures. Necessary to increase fire and life
safety around such structures and to create
defensible space. Necessary because of fire risk
due to climate and unique topography of the
Count
y/District.

Table 3206.2 Climatic and
Geological
Removes an exception for smoke and heat
removal in high-piled combustible storage.

Necessary because of unique climatic conditions
that increase the risk of fires. Further necessary
because risk of fire is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
3305.5.2.1 –
Duties
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Harmonizes this new provision to the other
longstanding requirements for fire watch within
the code. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
3505.9 –
Flashback
prevention
Geological Requires protectiv e devices to be installed on fuel gas and oxygen lines to increase safety and
reduce risk of explosion and fire. Necessary
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
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4801.3 –
Definitions
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Clarifies the interpretation of the code for the
code user. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4902.1 –
General
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Provides definitions by which to clarify the
interpretation of the code for the code user.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to hot and windy
conditions; and both topography and seismic
geological activity that hinders the ability for
ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4906.2 –
Application
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Serves to clarify the interpretation of the code for
the code user. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to hot
and windy conditions; and both topography and
seismic geological activity that hinders the ability
for ground-based fire apparatus to gain access to
portions of the County/District, including for
patient care.
4906.3 –
Landscape
Plans,
4906.3.1 –
Contents
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Original content is being moved to become
subsections of 4906.3, and these sections are
being utilized to explain the administrative
procedures for fuel modification plans in fire
hazard severity zones within the jurisdiction.

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4906.3.5,
4906.3.5.1,
4906.4,
4906.4.1,
4906.4.2,
4906.4.2.1
Administrative Renumbering of code sections for harmonization with longstanding local provisions within which
these processes (newly described by new State
language) have and will continue to take place.
4907.3 –
Requirements
Administrative Provides reference to other applicable codes; declarator
y of existing law.
4907.3 –
Requirements
Climatic and
Topographical
Local amendment providing notice of preexisting
requirement that defensible space shall also
comply with vegetation clearance requirements
elsewhere in the Fire Code (e.g., for LPG tanks,
PV, and ESS), as well as specifically within
Chapter 3 of this code. Necessary due to the
unique climate and topography of the
County/District to reduce risk of fire and to
minimize impacts of fire in Fire Hazard Severity
Zone.
5003.11.3.8 –
Floors
Climatic and
Geological
Creates requirements for floors in buildings
where hazardous materials are used or stored.

Necessary to increase fire and life safety and to
minimize fire danger from hazardous materials.

Necessary because risk of fire and spillage of
hazardous materials is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.8.3 –
Secondary
containment
Geological Requires secondary containment of flammable
and combustible liquids that are necessary to
increase fire and life safety and to prevent fires
involving flammable and combustible liquids from
spreading. Necessary because risk of leaks or
tank failure is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.8.16.1
– System
requirements
Climatic and
Geological
Requires foam deluge system. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to climatic conditions and
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
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5704.2.9.1.1 –
Required foam
fire protection
systems
Geological and
Climatic
Requires all existing aboveground tanks
exceeding 1,500 square feet of liquid surface
area used for the storage of Class I or Class II
flammable liquids to be provided with foam fire
protection. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to
climatic conditions and because risk of leaks or
tank failure is increased due to the prevalence of
earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.2.9.6.1.3
– Location of
tanks for boil
over liquids
Geological and
Climatic
Provides for additional spacing between tanks to
reduce fire danger and help prevent fire from
spreading to adjacent tanks. Necessary because
of increased danger of fire in the County/District
due to climatic conditions and because risk of
leaks or tank failure is increased due to the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.
5704.3.7.6 –
Construction
Geological and
Climatic
Construction and fire access requirements for
liquid storage rooms. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic conditions and because risk of
explosion or container failure is increased due to
the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
5706.5.1.1 –
Location
Geological and
Climatic
Provides increased distances for bulk transfer
and process transfer operations so that they are
farther away from the public and other buildings.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic conditions and
because risk of leaks or tank failure is increased
due to the prevalence of earthquakes in the
Count
y/District.
5706.5.1.19 –
Liquid transfer
Geological and
Climatic
Class I, II, or III liquids shall be transferred from a tank vehicle or tank car only into an approved
atmospheric tank or approved portable tank.

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6104.4 –
Multiple LP-
gas container
installations
Geological and
Climatic
Requirements for LP-gas storage tank distances.

Chapter 81 –
Automobile
wrecking yards
8104 – Fire
apparatus
access roads
8106 –
Housekeeping
8108 – Tires
8110.4 –
Batteries
Climatic,
Geological, and
Topographical
Creates requirements for fire access roads and
storage requirements for tire storage in
automobile wrecking yards to enable fire
apparatus and fire fighters to gain access to fight
fires and respond to emergencies. Necessary
due to the increased risks of fire, earthquake
damage, and unpredictable power fluctuations
that are consequences of the unique climatic,
topographical, and geological conditions of the
County/District. These factors also complicate
response times, water needs and availability, and
access.

Chapter 82 –
Infractions
Administrative Lists the violat ions deemed to be infractions rather than the standard misdemeanor required
b
y the provisions of Chapter 1.

Chapter 83 –
Consolidated
Fire Protection
District Of Los
Angeles
County Fire
Code
Administrative Declaration of t his code as the Fire Code for the Consolidated Fire Protection District of
Los Angeles County (“District”).

Appendix B,
Section
B105.1 – One-
and two-family
dwellings,
Group R-3 and
R-4 buildings
and
townhouses
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for increased minimum fire-flow in fire
hazard severity zones to allow for more water to
be available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix B,
Section
B105.5 – Land
subdivision
projects
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for increased fire-flow for subdivisions
of certain undeveloped land due to the
undetermined building size and type of
construction to allow for sufficient water to be
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topo
graphical conditions.

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Appendix C,
Section
C102.2 –
Location on
street
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing on streets to ensure
hydrants are accessible to fire fighters.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic and
topo
graphical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.2 –
One-
and two-
family
dwellings, and
Group R-3
buildin
gs
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing to ensure that water
is available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.3 -
Buildings other
than one- and
two-family
dwellings, and
Group R-3
buildin
gs
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing for buildings other
than one- and two-family dwellings, and Group R-
3 buildings to ensure that there is adequate water
supply available to fight fires. Necessary
because of increased danger of fire in the
County/District due to climatic and topographical
conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C105.4 –
Cul-de-sac
hydrant
location
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides for hydrant spacing for cul-de-sacs to
ensure that there is adequate water supply
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topographical conditions.

Appendix C,
Section
C106 - On-site
hydrants
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides requirements for on-site hydrants to
ensure that there is adequate water supply
available to fight fires. Necessary because of
increased danger of fire in the County/District due
to climatic and topo
graphical conditions.

Appendix O,
Section O103
– General
requirements
Topographical,
Geographic, and
Climatic
Provides various design and location
requirements for temporary haunted houses,
ghost walks, and similar amusement uses where
the means of egress are not apparent due to
decorative materials, confusing sounds, and/or
visual effects. Necessary because of increased
danger of fire in the County/District due to
climatic and topographical conditions and the
prevalence of earthquakes in the Count
y/District.

Appendix PP –
Local Agency
Ver
y High Fire
Administrative Portion of ordi nance serving to fulfill the Statutory requirements of the County/District per California
Government Code Sections 51175 through

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Hazard
Severity Zones
51189. Recognizes the authorities of the State to
impose Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations
and of individual cities to expand upon them
within the parameters defined by State statute.

Also serves to define the “Malibu–Santa Monica
Mountains Area” and the “San Gabriel Mountains
South face Area” for the sprinkler provisions
therein, as described in Chapter 9.

Appendix QQ
– Los Angeles
County Fire-
Code Fee
Schedule
Administrative Provides the code user with the Fire Department fee schedule, specifically for the services
provided by the Fire Department in accordance
with the Fire Code.

Appendix RR
– Rifle Range
Topographical
and Climatic
Provides the basic fire- and life-safety
requirements for the operation of rifle ranges.

Necessary because of increased danger of fire in
the County/District due to climatic and
topo
graphical conditions.

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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

NEW BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: DESIGNATION OF A VOTING DELEGATE AND UP TO TWO ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATES FOR THE 2023 LEAGUE OF

CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Masis Hagobian

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council appoint a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates to the 2023 League of California Cities Annual Conference.

BACKGROUND

The League of California Cities (Cal Cities) is an association of California city officials who work together to enhance their knowledge, exchange information, and combine resources. Cal Cities’ objective is to protect and expand local authority for cities through education and advocacy to enhance the quality of life for all Californians.

The Cal Cities Annual Conference (Conference) is scheduled for September 20-22, 2023, in Sacramento. An important part of the Conference is the General Assembly Meeting scheduled on Friday, September 22, 2023. At this meeting, Cal Cities membership will consider and potentially act on resolutions that establish Cal Cities policy.

In order to vote at the General Assembly Meeting, the City Council is asked to designate a voting delegate. The City Council may also appoint up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote in the event that the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Only City Council designated voting delegates and alternates may vote at the General Assembly Meeting.

As part of the annual consideration of City Council Committee Appointments earlier this year, the City Council selected Councilwoman McLean and Councilmember Smyth to serve as the delegate and alternate, respectively, to the League of California Cities’ Los Angeles County Division. Councilwoman McLean also serves as a Regional Director of the League of California 2 Packet Pg. 42

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Cities’ Los Angeles County Division for the San Fernando Valley Council of Governments.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other direction, as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

The resources required to implement the recommended action are contained within the City's Fiscal Year 2023-24 adopted budget.
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

NEW BUSINESS
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA ANIMAL

CARE GRANT PROGRAM AND ADOPTION PROMOTION
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: Tracy Sullivan

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Approve the City of Santa Clarita Animal Care Grant Program and appoint two Councilmembers, and one alternate, to serve on the Animal Care Grants Ad Hoc Committee.

2. Appropriate ongoing funding in the amount of $50,000 to expenditure account 1003203- 517101 for the City of Santa Clarita Animal Care Grant Program, and $10,000 to 1003203- 516105 for the City of Santa Clarita Adoption Promotion.

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

BACKGROUND

The City of Santa Clarita (City) contracts with the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) for animal care and control services. This includes providing shelter services to stray and abandoned animals, responding to field-related requests, and issuing pet licenses. The City’s shelter needs are primarily served through the Castaic Animal Care Center, located at 31044 Charlie Canyon Road in Castaic.

In March 2022, the City Council directed staff to evaluate existing animal sheltering services and explore options to enhance the services currently being provided through DACC. In response, the City contracted with a consultant to develop a comprehensive report, analyzing data and statistical trends from the Castaic Animal Care Center. The report was completed, finding that the Castaic Animal Care Center follows industry best practices and has capacity to adequately meet the needs of Santa Clarita. The report additionally identifies opportunities for the City to 3 Packet Pg. 44

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provide animal-related service enhancements.

At the regular City Council meeting on May 9, 2023, City staff presented the City Council with a summary of the report and various options for service enhancements. Options included ways for the City to help supplement the services being provided through DACC and increase positive outcomes for local animals. After reviewing the report and discussing the options presented, the City Council directed staff to implement the following actions:

1. Collaborate with DACC on expanding existing programs and providing additional spay and neuter clinics; low/no-fee vaccine, microchipping, and licensing clinics; special adoption promotions; and trap-neuter-release services;

2. Utilize the City’s communication platforms to augment DACC’s outreach efforts, increase adoption rates, and help raise awareness about available resources provided through DACC and/or local non-profit organizations;

3. Create a program that provides grant funding to local non-profit organizations who are supplementing services provided by DACC;

4. Partner with DACC and/or private donors to consider feasibility of upgrades to the Castaic Animal Care Center;

5. Integrate Castaic Animal Care Center into the City’s Volunteer Program, and help to better promote volunteer opportunities;

6. Sponsor a City of Santa Clarita adoption promotion to assist with adoption fees; and,

7. Continue to monitor events and services provided by DACC.

City staff has already begun implementation of these action items, including several communications partnerships through social media. The City has approximately 115,000 followers across its five social media platforms, which helps to broaden awareness of upcoming events and animals available for adoption. In addition, City staff has established quarterly meetings with DACC to discuss needs and monitor service levels.

The purpose of this staff report is for the City Council to review and approve the actions items with a fiscal impact, inclusive of an adoption promotion program and competitive grant program, as outlined below.

Adoption Promotion Overview

In an effort to help boost adoption rates, City staff is working with DACC to establish a City of Santa Clarita Adoption Promotion where the City will cover the cost for residents to adopt an animal from the Castaic Animal Care Center. Funding to support the promotion will be used to waive any adoption-related fee, which represents savings for residents of approximately $100- $150 per adopted animal. Eliminating these fees will both encourage adoptions and promote positive outcomes for animals in need of a permanent home. 3 Packet Pg. 45

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The promotion will be proclaimed during a regular meeting of the City Council and is anticipated to run a full week in Fall 2023. City staff will coordinate with Castaic Animal Care Center to have adoptable animals visit City Hall and be present for the proclamation. Staff is additionally working with DACC to incorporate an event at a City park as part of the promotion, whereby residents can conveniently meet and greet with adoptable animals without needing to travel to the Castaic Animal Care Center.

This program is being initiated at the City’s request and would be in addition to the services DACC is obligated to provide under its contract with the City. Staff is recommending the City Council appropriate $10,000 on-going to support this annual program.

Animal Care Grant Program Overview

The Animal Care Grant Program (Program) is being proposed to assist nonprofit organizations, outside of DACC, that provide animal care services in Santa Clarita and effectively alleviate potential overcrowding issues at Castaic Animal Care Center. Eligible uses include services such as spay/neuter clinics, trap-neuter-release programs, adoption readiness programs, foster programs, and other programs that result in adoption/rescue and/or medical care for dogs, cats, and other pets in Santa Clarita.

Organizations applying for grant funds must have 501(c)3 status and directly benefit animals in the City. Staff recommends a total annual Program budget of $50,000, with a maximum grant of $7,500 per organization. This funding will be used to positively impact the lives of animals located in Santa Clarita and help augment non-profit resources. Based on staff's research, there are approximately twelve organizations that meet the Program's basic eligibility requirements within the community.

Following the same model as the City’s long-standing Community Services and Arts Grants Program, the proposed Program will be led by a Grants Committee (Committee), which will determine priorities, review and rate applications, and make funding recommendations. The Committee will include two City Councilmembers along with City staff members.

Recommendations by the Committee will be subject to approval by the City Council, consistent with the process for Community Services and Arts Grants.

Upon approval of the recommended actions, applications for the first annual grant cycle will be released in January 2024, followed by a 45-day application period. Various outreach methods will be utilized in advance to broadly disseminate information about the Program, including a press release, social media blasts, and a public information meeting. Staff expects to present the Committee's grant recommendations to the City Council for final approval in Spring 2024.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION
Other action as determined by the City Council.
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FISCAL IMPACT

Upon approval of the recommended actions, adequate funds will be available in expenditure accounts 1003203-517101 (Animal Care Grants) and 1003203-516105 (Promotion and Publicity).
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CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
City Council
Regular Meeting
Joint Meeting with
Board of Library Trustees
Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency
Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember, City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk may be used also to indicate Mayor/Chair/President, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair/Vice President, City Manager/Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, and City Clerk/Secretary ~Minutes~
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 6:00 PM City Council Chambers

INVOCATION
Councilwoman McLean delivered the invocation.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Gibbs called to order the Joint Regular meeting of the City Council, Board of Library Trustees, and Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency at 6:09 p.m.

ROLL CALL
All Councilmembers were present.

FLAG SALUTE
Councilwoman McLean led the flag salute.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Addressing the Council regarding Approval of the Agenda was Alan Ferdman.

Motion by Weste, second by McLean, to approve the agenda, pulling and items 8 and 10 for Public Comment.

Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
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RESULT: APPROVED AGENDA

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
Mayor Gibbs spoke of the City of Santa Clarita Sister Cities program that focuses on the promotion of international good will and cultural understanding; recognized the winning Santa Clarita Young Artists and Authors for 2023 whose art captured this year's theme, "Peace by Piece: Food Security in My Community;" and invited the showcase winners to the dais to take a photo and receive a certificate.

Councilmember Weste inquired where the art will be on display and Arts and Events Supervisor Tess Simgen responded that a virtual gallery will be available on santaclaritasistercities.org.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Addressing the Council were Lynne Plambeck, representing Santa Clarita Organization for Planning and the Environment (SCOPE), thanking Council for recognizing the 30th anniversary of SCOPE and inquired about monitoring the Climate Action Plan update; Annette Lucas regarding the upcoming Wiley Canyon development (Smiser property) traffic; Alan Ferdman regarding diversity and recognitions; Sandra Cattell, representing Sierra Club, thanking Councilwoman McLean for her comments on dangerous fireworks, thanking Mayor Gibbs for positive comments on expansion of San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, and invited all to the Sierra Club Little Tikes Hike in Quigley Canyon with Mayor Gibbs; Missy (no last name provided) regarding the fire hazard severity zone maps extended public comment period; Elaine (no last name provided) regarding Rosenberg Rules of Order; Diane Zimmerman regarding a Santa Clarita Freedom Fighters event and a school district board meeting; Dennis DeGarmo, regarding homeless issues on Lyons Avenue and 5 freeway; Glenda Yakel regarding activist groups, Abelia Road, and climate change; Nancy (no last name provided) regarding LGBTQIA+ flags and sexual orientation definitions.

STAFF COMMENTS
City Manager Ken Striplin responded to public comments stating that the Smiser project will be reviewed this fall with the Planning Commission; commented that staff will review the fire zone maps and make comments; and commented that staff will discuss the homeless issues with the speaker.

Mayor Pro Tem Smyth agreed with Mr. DeGarmo's comments.

Councilwoman McLean inquired about the Climate Action Plan updates and Mr. Striplin responded that staff will prepare a memo for Council.

COMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Weste requested adjournment of tonight's meeting in memory of Olga Kaczmar, Leslie "Les" Buffham, and Larry Bird. Councilmember Weste reminded the community of the upcoming 4th of July parade and the dangers of illegal fireworks. 4 Packet Pg. 49
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Mayor Pro Tem Smyth remarked on the adjournments and commented on the recent legislative committee meeting where the topic of the continual erosion of local control regarding land use was discussed and that the absence of advocacy remains frustrating.

Councilmember Miranda announced the City's Concerts in the Park summer series begins July 8 with Hard Day’s Night: A Tribute to the Beatles.

Councilwoman McLean inquired if any members of the Council had comments for her to bring to the Los Angeles County Board of Directors meeting tomorrow. Mayor Pro Tem Smyth requested that Councilwoman McLean be provided with a bill list discussed at the recent Legislative Committee meeting. Councilwoman McLean commented on attending a San Fernando Valley Council of Governments (COG) meeting, where she advocated for regional connectivity for the Santa Clarita community, and discussed the importance of the COG meetings that determine funding for various areas.

Mayor Gibbs spoke of the recent Development Committee meeting discussing the Flying Tiger project, an affordable housing development, and discussed the restrictions and impacts from state legislation that reduces local control without a review process. Mayor Gibbs spoke of attending a Mayors' Dinner hosted by Supervisor Barger and Los Angeles Mayor Bass to discuss housing, homeless issues, and regional collaboration, commented that no real solutions are provided and the need to let the local communities address the issues with Measure H funds.

PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 1
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS AND SPECIAL TAXES FOR

SPECIAL DISTRICTS
As required by state law, staff presents for City Council's consideration the Final Engineer's Reports and Annual Reports for the various special districts and requests approval to provide the Los Angeles County Assessor's Office with all necessary data for the assessments and special taxes to appear on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Property Tax Rolls.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct a public hearing for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

2. Adopt resolutions approving the Engineer’s Reports for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of assessments for the continuation of maintenance for the Landscaping and Lighting District; the Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas; the Golden Valley Ranch Open Space Maintenance District; the Tourism Marketing District; and the Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby District.

3. Adopt a resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD).
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4. Accept and file annual reports for the Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Vista Canyon CFD) and Community Facilities District No. 2020-1 (Parking CFD).

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

Deputy City Clerk Amanda Santos stated that all notices required by law have been provided.

Landscape Maintenance Administrator Keith Miller provided the staff presentation.

Addressing the Council were Missy (no last name provided) in a neutral position and Alan Ferdman in opposition.

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.

Councilwoman McLean requested that the City Manager explain why some groups do not pay as much as others in the Landscape and Lighting District (LLD), and Mayor Gibbs inquired about the savings in LLD, and City Manager Ken Striplin responded to both inquiries.

Adopted Resolution Nos. 23-39, 23-40, 23-41, 23-42, 23-43, and 23-44 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
SECONDER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
ITEM 2
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 ANNUAL LEVY FOR OPEN SPACE PRESERVATION DISTRICT As required by state law, staff presents for City Council’s consideration the Final Engineer’s Report for the Open Space Preservation District and requests approval to provide the Los Angeles County Assessor necessary data for the assessments to appear on the Fiscal Year 2023- 24 Property Tax Rolls.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution approving the Engineer’s Report for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 annual levy of assessments for the Open Space Preservation District.

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

Deputy City Clerk Amanda Santos stated that all notices required by law have been provided.

Landscape Maintenance Administrator Keith Miller provided the staff presentation.

Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman in a neutral position.

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.
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Adopted Resolution No. 23-45
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
ITEM 3

AMENDMENT TO HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE AND FIRST READING - UDC

AMENDMENT - SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS Amendment to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update and an Amendment to the Unified Development Code to establish regulations for housing sites identified in multiple planning periods.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing;

2. Make a finding the previously adopted Negative Declaration adopted is sufficient and no further analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act is required for the proposed Amended Housing Element Update for the 6th Housing Element cycle;

3. Adopt a resolution, approving an amendment to Master Case 21-088 (General Plan Amendment 21-001), amending the previously adopted Housing Element Update for the 6th Housing Element cycle;

4. Make a finding the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the Common-sense Exemption; and

5. Introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR

SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A;” waive reading of the text and consent to ready by title only, as listed on the agenda, and pass to second reading.

Mayor Gibbs opened the Public Hearing.

Deputy City Clerk Amanda Santos stated that all notices required by law have been provided.

Senior Planner Erika Iverson provided the staff presentation.

Addressing the Council in neutral positions were Missy (no last name provided), Alan Ferdman, and Elaine (no last name provided).

Mayor Gibbs closed the public comments.

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numbers, the impacts of legislation on lack of parking, public health, and quality of life.

Council inquired what would happen if the Housing Element was not updated, and the City Manager responded with the consequences.

Councilwoman McLean explained that the state sets the housing numbers and Southern California Association of Governments' contends with them; and explained how the League of California Cities advocates for cities, but is not doing enough.

Council further discussed lobbyists, Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirements and credits, accessory dwelling units, housing density, and Section 8 housing.

Council inquired about non-substantive changes, the seven areas of CEQA exemptions, and applications of CEQA; Ms. Iverson and Mr. Montes responded.

Adopted Resolution No. 23-38
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste

UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ITEM 4
FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL

IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget was distributed to the City Council on May 26, 2023.

In addition, on June 6, 2023, the Planning Commission made a finding by minute action that the Draft Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City of Santa Clarita's General Plan. Further, at the June 13, 2023, City Council meeting, a public hearing was opened and the draft budget was presented.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council and City Council acting as Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Clarita:

1. Adopt resolution adopting the Annual Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, making appropriations for the amounts budgeted and establishing policies for the administration of the adopted Annual Budget.

2. Adopt resolution adopting the 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program.

3. Adopt resolution approving and adopting the annual appropriations limit for the Fiscal Year 2023-24.

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and Safety code (Community Development Law).

5. Adopt resolution amending the City's Classification Plan and Salary Schedule, providing for compensation of the employees of the City, and amending the City's Benefit Program.

6. Adopt resolution adopting an amendment to the Conflict of Interest code.

Director of Administrative Services Carmen Magaña provided the staff report.

Addressing the Council was Dianne Zimmerman.

Adopted Resolution Nos. 23-46, 23-47, 23-48, 23-49, 23-50, and 23-51 RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste

NEW BUSINESS
ITEM 5

LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DEPUTY ROTATION FIVE-

SIGNATURE LETTER
At the June 13, 2023, regular City Council meeting, Mayor Jason Gibbs requested that the City Council consider sending a letter to Sheriff Robert Luna opposing the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding sending the attached letter to Sheriff Robert Luna, opposing the Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission recommendation to require the regular rotation of patrol deputies.

Mayor Gibbs presented the staff report.

Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman.

Councilwoman McLean inquired if Sheriff Luna has the authority to not rotate deputies, and Mayor Gibbs responded that the Sheriff can choose not to follow the Oversight Commission's recommendation.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Laurene Weste, Councilmember
SECONDER: Marsha McLean, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
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CONSENT CALENDAR
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Cameron Smyth, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Bill Miranda, Councilmember
AYES: Gibbs, Smyth, McLean, Miranda, Weste
ITEM 6
APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES – The minutes are submitted for approval.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: City Council approve the minutes of the June 13, 2023, Regular Meeting.

ITEM 7
CHECK REGISTER NOS. 12 AND 13
Check Register No. 12 for the Period 05/05/23 through 05/18/23 and 05/25/23. Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/08/23 through 05/19/23. Check Register No. 13 for the Period 05/19/23 through 06/01/23 and 06/08/23; and Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 05/22/23 through 06/02/23. Purchase orders between $20,000 and $50,00 for the Period 05/21/23 through 06/04/23.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 12 and Check Register No. 13.

ITEM 8
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE - TITLE 32
This ordinance adopts the 2023 Los Angeles County Fire Code - Title 32 of the Los Angeles County Code, which became effective on March 2, 2023, which includes higher standards for structural and fire protection in new buildings based on local climatic, geologic, and topographical conditions, floodplain management regulations, as well as administrative provisions for enforcement of the codes at the local level.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council introduce an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, UPDATING THE CITY FIRE CODE – TITLE 22 OF THE SANTA CLARITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2023 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE CODE – TITLE 32;” waive reading of text and consent to read by title only as listed on the agenda; pass to second reading; and set the public hearing for July 11, 2023.

Addressing the Council were Missy (no last name provided) and Elaine (no last name provided).

City Manager Ken Striplin commented that Santa Clarita's fire codes are required to be consistent with the county-wide fire district's adopted codes and this item sets the public hearing for the next regular Council meeting.
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ITEM 9
EARTHQUAKE COVERAGE FOR CITY FACILITIES FOR THE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR Council consideration to approve premium payment through the City's insurance broker, Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., for Fiscal Year 2023-24 earthquake coverage for City facilities.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Authorize Alliant Insurance Services, Inc., to bind earthquake coverage on behalf of the City of Santa Clarita for Fiscal Year 2023-24 for various City facilities with Arrowhead General Insurance Agency, Inc., for a policy limit of $35 million, for a total premium fee of $503,420.

2. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Self Insurance Fund (Fund 721) to expenditure account 7212306-516101 for $71,762 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

3. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Vista Canyon Wastewater Standby Fund (Fund 368) to expenditure account 3687418-516101 for $25,000 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

4. Authorize an ongoing budget appropriation from Cooper Street Parking Structure Fund (Fund 369) to expenditure account 3697409-516101 for $1,635 for ongoing earthquake coverage renewals commencing in Fiscal Year 2023-24.

5. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

ITEM 10

SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE DETERMINING THE ANNUAL
STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 Determination and approval of the rates for the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Fee for Fiscal Year 2023-24.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING THE ANNUAL STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION FEE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24."
Addressing the Council was Alan Ferdman.

Adopted Ordinance No. 23-5
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ITEM 11
CITYWIDE FIBER OPTIC CABLE CAPACITY UPGRADE, PROJECT C0068 - PLANS AND

SPECIFICATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
This item will fund the construction of the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade project. The proposed improvements will expand and protect the fiber optic cable network in various areas throughout the City.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade, Project C0068.

2. Find the Citywide Fiber Optic Cable Capacity Upgrade project exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Article 19, Section 15301.

3. Award the construction contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc., in the amount of $3,289,432 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $164,472, for a total contract amount not to exceed $3,453,904.

4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

ITEM 12
SAND CANYON TRAIL - PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES, PHASE IV, PROJECT T3024 - PLANS

AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
This item awards a construction contract and modifies the existing construction support services contract for the pedestrian bridge component of Phase IV of the Sand Canyon Trail project. The improvements include the construction of two pedestrian bridges within the segment of Sky Ranch Road to Iron Canyon Road.

RECOMMENDED ACTION:

City Council:

1. Approve plans and specifications for the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV, Project T3024.

2. Award the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV construction contract to Wright Construction Engineering Corp., in the amount of $814,814 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $162,963, for a total contract amount not to exceed $977,777.

3. Extend the current contract and authorize an increased expenditure authority for construction support services for the Sand Canyon Trail – Pedestrian Bridges, Phase IV project with Tetra Tech, Inc., in the amount of $48,499 and authorize a contingency in the amount of $7,275, for a total additional contract amount not to exceed $55,774. 4 Packet Pg. 57
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4. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION II
No additional requests to speak were received.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Gibbs adjourned the Regular Meeting in memory of Olga Kaczmar, Leslie Buffham, and Larry Lee Bird at 8:27 p.m.
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MAYOR
ATTEST:
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CITY CLERK
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Agenda Item: 5

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: CHECK REGISTER NO. 14
DEPARTMENT: Administrative Services
PRESENTER: Brittany Houston

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council approve and ratify for payment the demands presented in Check Register No. 14

BACKGROUND
Check Register No. 14 for the Period 06/02/23 through 06/15/23 and 06/22/23 in the aggregate amount of $13,441,954.38 Inclusive of Electronic Funds Transfers for the Period 06/05/23 through 06/16/23 in the aggregate amount of $911,601.84.

FISCAL IMPACT

No Fiscal Impact

ATTACHMENTS
Memo - Check Register No. 14
Check Register No. 14 (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 5 Packet Pg. 59

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Attachment: Memo - Check Register No. 14 (Check Register No. 14)

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Attachment: Memo - Check Register No. 14 (Check Register No. 14)

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Agenda Item: 6

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: LEGISLATION: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, H.R. 2887, H.R. 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776
DEPARTMENT: City Manager's Office
PRESENTER: Masis Hagobian

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Support AB 474 (Rodriguez), AB 701 (Villapudua), ACR 92 (Schiavo), H.R. 2887 (Garcia), H.R. 3681 (Chu), S. 1466 (Feinstein), and S. 1776 (Padilla).

2. Oppose AB 1308 (Quirk-Silva) and SB 450 (Atkins).

BACKGROUND

The following legislative items were presented to the City Council Legislative Committee on June 27, 2023. Included as part of this report is a brief summary of each piece of legislation and its current status in the legislative process.

Assembly Bill 474 and Assembly Bill 701

The opioid epidemic has become a nationwide issue, affecting communities across the country, including the City of Santa Clarita (City). In 2021, more than 71,000 people died from a synthetic opioid-related drug overdose, including fentanyl, in the United States, according to provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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2021 data from the CDC, there were 6,843 opioid-related overdose deaths in California; 5,722 of these deaths were related to fentanyl. Moreover, in 2021, there were 224 fentanyl-related overdose deaths among teens, ages 15-19 years old, in California.

In 2022, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department reported 32 overdoses in the Santa Clarita Valley as a result of fentanyl.

Assembly Bill 474 and Assembly Bill 701 are in response to the fentanyl epidemic and propose policies to combat the organized trafficking of opioids.

Authored by Assembly Member Freddie Rodriguez (D-52-Pomona), Assembly Bill 474 requires the State Threat Assessment Center and the California Office of Emergency Services to prioritize cooperation with state and local efforts to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks trafficking opioid drugs.

Authored by Assembly Member Carlos Villapudua (D-13-Stockton), Assembly Bill 701 would add fentanyl to the list of substances subject to weight enhancements that increase the penalty and fine for trafficking, ensuring that possession of large amounts of fentanyl is punishable to the same extent as substances containing heroin and cocaine.

Both bills passed the Assembly (78-0-2) on May 25, 2023, and are pending a hearing in the Senate Public Safety Committee. Assembly Member Pilar Schiavo voted in support of both bills on the Assembly Floor.

Assembly Bill 1308

Authored by Assembly Member Sharon Quirk-Silva (D-65-Fullerton), Assembly Bill 1308 prohibits local governments from increasing the minimum parking required as a condition of approval for a project that remodels, renovates, or adds to a single-family residence.

Under current law, local governments have the authority to adopt minimum parking standards and impose those standards on developments built within their jurisdiction, as long as they are consistent with state law standards. Chapter 17.42, Residential Use Types, of the City of Santa Clarita’s Municipal Code, includes the following parking standards:

a. Single family unit - two enclosed parking spaces
b. Two family units - two enclosed parking spaces per unit c. Studio units - one enclosed parking space per unit
d. One-bedroom units - two enclosed parking spaces per unit e. Two-bedroom units - two enclosed parking spaces per unit f. Guest parking - one parking space per each two units g. Mobile home park - two spaces per unit, plus one guest per two units

In addition to the City of Santa Clarita’s (City) minimum parking standards on new developments, the City reserves the authority to require additional parking as a condition of approval on renovations, remodels, or additions to an existing single-family residence. A case in which the City were to require additional parking as a condition of approval for a renovation, 6 Packet Pg. 64

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remodel, or addition to an existing single-family residence is if the proposed project converts the garage into a bedroom or other use. This bill would preempt the City from imposing the aforementioned action.

The City imposes minimum on-site parking requirements to ensure that residents and customers have adequate and reasonable access to homes and businesses. Additionally, the standards serve as a safeguard to prevent congestion of on-street vehicle parking that may cause unsafe conditions for surrounding residents and businesses and access challenges for emergency personnel, especially in the event of an emergency evacuation.

Assembly Bill 1308 passed the Assembly (71-3-6) on May 25, 2023, and passed the Senate Governance and Finance Committee (6-2) on June 21, 2023. Assembly Member Pilar Schiavo voted in support of the bill on the Assembly Floor. Assembly Bill 1308 is pending a committee hearing in the Senate Appropriations Committee.

Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92

Authored by Assembly Member Pilar Schiavo (D-40-Santa Clarita), Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 dedicates a portion of Interstate 5, between the Pico-Lyons Overcrossing and the McBean Parkway Overcrossing, as the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian Memorial Highway.

Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian was a 17-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and served as a motorcycle deputy for the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. On August 31, 2001, Deputy Kuredjian was killed in the line of duty, responding to a call for service involving a firearm, in the Santa Clarita Valley.

On the day of his funeral, which was attended by an estimated 4,000 mourners, including Governor Gray Davis, Deputy Kuredjian was remembered as a hero who had an unwavering and selfless dedication to protecting the public. In 1989, Deputy Kuredjian was presented with the Gold Meritorious Conduct Medal for rescuing a woman from a cliff in Malibu, California.

Additionally, this bill would request the California Department of Transportation to determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from non-state sources sufficient to cover the cost, erect those signs.

A memorial garden and plaque honoring Deputy Kuredjian is located on the corner of Stevenson Ranch Parkway and Poe Parkway in Stevenson Ranch and an annual memorial is held at the site by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 was introduced on June 5, 2023, and unanimously passed and placed on the Consent Calendar by the Assembly Committee on Transportation (15-0) on July 5, 2023.

Senate Bill 450

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authority, including prohibiting a local agency to deny a proposed housing development or lot split if a building official determines that the proposed project or lot split would have an adverse impact upon the physical environment.

Senate Bill 450 amends a bill that was signed into law during the 2021-22 State Legislative Session that makes the approval of a proposed duplex or lot split on a single-family residential lot a streamlined ministerial process. Projects under a streamlined ministerial review are not subject to an appeals process, public hearing, and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review. The City Council opposed the legislation, Senate Bill 9 (Atkins), citing concerns with regard to the bill’s preemption of local zoning, design standards, parking, and overall application standards related to specific residential developments.

Specifically, Senate Bill 450:

• Removes the ability for a local agency to deny a proposed duplex or lot split because the local agency has found that it would have a specific, adverse impact on the physical environment;
• Provides that an application for a duplex or a lot split must be considered and approved or denied by the local agency within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed application. Further provides that:
o If a local agency denies an application for a duplex or lot split, the permitting agency must provide, in writing, a full set of comments to the application, with a list of items that are defective or deficient, and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant; and
o If the local agency has not approved or denied the application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved; and
• Requires the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) to notify a local government if it has taken an action in violation of Senate Bill 9 (2022), and authorizes HCD to notify the Attorney General if the local government is in violation of Senate Bill 9 (2022).

Senate Bill 450 passed the Senate (30-7-3) on May 24, 2023, and passed the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development (7-1) on June 21, 2023. Senator Scott Wilk voted in opposition to the bill on the Senate Floor. Senate Bill 450 is pending a committee hearing in the Assembly Committee on Appropriations.

House Resolution 2887 and S. 1466

In 2008, Congress passed the Rim of the Valley Corridor Study Act. This bill directed the National Park Service to conduct a special resource study of the Rim of the Valley Corridor, which includes the mountains encircling the Santa Clarita, San Fernando, La Crescenta, Simi, and Conejo Valleys. The study sought to determine the suitability and feasibility of designating all or a portion of the Rim of the Valley Corridor as a unit of the existing Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (SMMNRA), and how these areas could be better managed and preserved.

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and the public in February 2016. In the study, the National Park Service recommended to Congress to more than double the size of SMMNRA to include a very significant portion of the Rim of the Valley study area. The current size of SMMNRA is approximately 154,000 acres.

House Resolution 2887 and S. 1466 are companion bills that propose to add approximately 119,000 acres of the proposed Rim of the Valley Unit to the SMMNRA, including lands within the Upper Santa Clara River area. In broad terms, the Santa Clarita Valley lands included within the bills are those areas located between State Route 14 and the Angeles National Forest (southern unit) in the Newhall, Canyon Country, Soledad Canyon and Agua Dulce areas.

House Resolution 2887 is authored by Representative Mike Garcia (R-CA-27) and S. 1466 is authored by U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA).

These bills will enable the National Park Service to better protect natural resources and habitats, and provide members of the community with improved access to nature for recreational and educational purposes.

House Resolution 2887 is pending its first hearing in the House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources.

S. 1466 passed the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (11-8) on May 17, 2023, and is pending inclusion in a larger legislation package to be considered by the U.S.

Senate.

House Resolution 3681 and S. 1776

House Resolution 3681, authored by Representative Judy Chu (D-CA-28), and S. 1776, authored by U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA), are companion bills that propose to expand the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument by adding approximately 109,000 acres of the western Angeles National Forest, including federally owned open space areas directly east of the City.

Additionally, the bills designate 31,000 acres of national forest land as newly protected wilderness areas and adds 46 miles of rivers to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System.

The national monument boundary adjustment would supplement the 364,177 acres of land contained within the Angeles National Forest and San Bernardino National Forest that was designated by President Obama on October 10, 2014, as the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument.

Beginning in 2004 and completed in 2013, the National Park Service conducted the "San Gabriel Watershed and Mountains Special Resource Study" to assess the feasibility of creating a national recreation area within the San Gabriel Mountains. The study determined that the San Gabriel Mountains possess nationally significant ecological and cultural resources, are suitable to be included within the national park system, and would be feasible due to the opportunities for collaborative management with various federal, state, regional, and local stakeholders in the area.

House Resolution 3681 and S. 1776 are an implementation vehicle for key findings of the "San Gabriel Watershed and Mountains Special Resource Study."

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Specific to the City, the "San Gabriel Watershed and Mountains Special Resource Study" recognizes the importance of the Upper Santa Clara River area. This recognition is critical to the City as a proposed 56-million-ton sand and gravel mine is located within the Upper Santa Clara River area referenced in the study. The study highlights the Santa Clara River as "the last unchannelized riparian and wildlife corridor in the region, providing primary east-west biological connection between the mountains and the ocean. Protecting this corridor is a high priority for local and state agencies as well as conservation groups."

While the proposed mining area and surface estate owned by the City are not within the proposed boundaries of the expansion of the national monument, the property is directly adjacent to the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Furthermore, the United States Forest Service has expressed interest in the City owned property for a potential visitor’s center site and northern gateway entry into the national monument.

House Resolution 3681 and S. 1776 would have no effect on state and local jurisdictional authority of the proposed area. The legislation seeks to ensure that local property rights and land use are respected and not negatively impacted.

House Resolution 3681 and S. 1776 are pending their first hearing. S. 1776 is attached as Reading File material due to its voluminous text.

The recommended positions in this report are consistent with the City of Santa Clarita 2023 Executive and Legislative Platform.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other direction, as provided by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

The resources required to implement the recommended action are contained within the City of Santa Clarita's adopted FY 2023-24 budget.

ATTACHMENTS
Assembly Bill 474 - Bill Text
Assembly Bill 701 - Bill Text
Assembly Bill 1308 - Bill Text
Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 - Bill Text
Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text
H.R. 2887 - Bill Text
H.R. 3681 - Bill Text
S. 1466 - Bill Text
S. 1776 - Bill Text (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 6 Packet Pg. 68
california legislature—2023–24 regular session
ASSEMBLY BILL No. 474
Introduced by Assembly Member Rodriguez
(Coauthor: Assembly Member Waldron)
February 7, 2023
An act to add Section 8685.11 to the Go vernment Code, relating to state government.
legislative counsel’s digest
AB 474, as introduced, Rodriguez. State Threat Assessment Center:
transnational criminal organizations.

Existing law, the California Emergency Services Act, creates, within the office of the Go vernor, the Office of Emer gency Services, which is responsible for addressing natural, technological, or human-caused disasters and emer gencies, including responsibility for acti vities necessary to prevent, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of emergencies and disasters to people and property.

This bill w ould find and declare that the State Threat Assessment Center (STAC) serves as California’s information-sharing clearinghouse of strate gic threat analysis and situational a wareness reporting for statewide leadership and the public safety community, as specified, and that the STAC is California’s state primary fusion center, as designated by the Governor, and is operated by the Department of the California Highway Patrol, the Office of Emergency Services, and the Department of Justice. The bill would make other findings and declarations related to drug trafficking and transnational criminal organizations.

The bill w ould require the ST AC and the Office of Emer gency Services to prioritize, to the greatest extent possible, cooperation with state and local ef forts to illuminate, disrupt, de grade, and dismantle

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 474 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) criminal netw orks trafficking opioid drugs that pose a threat to California. The bill would require the STAC to support state and local interagency task forces to combat illegal opioid trafficking in California, as specified, including preparing and disseminating intelligence products for public safety entities.

Vote: majority. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: yes. State-mandated local program: no.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
line 1 SECTION 1. The Le gislature finds and declares all of the line 2 following:
line 3 (a)  The State Threat Assessment Center (ST AC) serv es as line 4 California’s information-sharing clearinghouse of strategic threat line 5 analysis and situational a wareness reporting for state wide line 6 leadership and the public safety community in support of ef forts line 7 to prevent, prepare for , mitigate, and respond to all crimes and line 8 hazards impacting California citizens and critical infrastructure line 9 while preserving ci vil liberties, indi vidual pri vacy, and line 10 constitutional rights.
line 11 (b)  The STAC is California’ s state primary fusion center , as line 12 designated by the Governor, and is operated by the Department of line 13 the California Highway Patrol, the Office of Emergency Services, line 14 and the Department of Justice.
line 15 (c)  Transnational criminal or ganizations (TCOs) continue to line 16 pose a threat to California, public health, and our economic line 17 security.
line 18 (d)  According to the United States Department of the Treasury, line 19 it is estimated that drug-related crime alone generated o ver $100 line 20 billion in proceeds in the United States.
line 21 (e)  There were 7,175 deaths related to any opioid overdoses in line 22 California in 2021, of which 5,961 were related to fentan yl, line 23 according to the State Department of Public Health. line 24 (f)  Mexico-based TCO criminal activity is not limited to drug line 25 trafficking, as the y eng age in a wide v ariety of other criminal line 26 activity. TCOs also f acilitated and profited from smuggling line 27 migrants into the United States, and their illicit trade acti vity led line 28 to the seizure of o ver $2.14 billion in intellectual property line 29 violations in federal fiscal year 2021, according to the United States line 30 Department of Homeland Security.
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Attachment: Assembly Bill 474 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 SEC. 2. Section 8685.11 is added to the Government Code, to line 2 read:
line 3 8685.11. (a)  The State Threat Assessment Center with the line 4 Office of Emergency Services shall prioritize, to the greatest extent line 5 possible, cooperation with state and local ef forts to illuminate, line 6 disrupt, de grade, and dismantle criminal netw orks trafficking line 7 opioid drugs that pose a threat to California.
line 8 (b)  In carrying out this section, the State Threat Assessment line 9 Center shall support state and local interagenc y task forces line 10 established to combat ille gal opioid trafficking in California. line 11 Support pro vided by the State Threat Assessment Center shall line 12 include, but not be limited to, all of the following:
line 13 (1)  Preparing and disseminating intelligence products for public line 14 safety entities.
line 15 (2)  Analyzing tactics and trends or transnational criminal line 16 organizations operating in California.
line 17 (3)  Sharing information with go vernment decisionmakers and line 18 state and local public safety officials regarding the extent to which line 19 transnational criminal or ganizations are trafficking opioids and line 20 pose other public safety threats in California.

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ASSEMBLY BILL No. 701
Introduced by Assembly Member Villapudua Members Villapudua and Petrie-Norris
(Coauthors: Assembly Members Bains, Ortega, and Blanca Rubio) February 13, 2023
An act to amend Sections 11370.4 and 11372 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
legislative counsel’s digest
AB 701, as introduced, Villapudua. Controlled substances: fentanyl.

Existing law classifies controlled substances into 5 schedules and places the greatest restrictions and penalties on the use of those substances placed in Schedule I. Existing law classifies the drug fentanyl in Schedule II. Existing law prohibits a person from possessing for sale or purchasing for purposes of sale specified controlled substances, including fentanyl, and provides for imprisonment in a county jail for 2, 3, or 4 years for a violation of this pro vision. Existing la w also imposes an additional term, and authorizes a trial court to impose a specified fine, upon a person who is con victed of a violation of, or of a conspiracy to violate, specified pro visions of la w with respect to a substance containing heroin, cocaine base, and cocaine, if the substance exceeds a specified weight.

This bill w ould impose that additional term upon, and authorize a fine ag ainst, a defendant who violates those la ws with respect to a substance containing fentanyl. By increasing the penalty for a crime, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 701 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) The California Constitution requires the state to reimb urse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state.

Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

Vote: majority. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: yes. State-mandated local program: yes.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
line 1 SECTION 1. Section 11370.4 of the Health and Safety Code line 2 is amended to read:
line 3 11370.4. (a)   Any (1)   A person convicted of a violation of, line 4 or of a conspirac y to violate, Section 11351, 11351.5, or 11352 line 5 with respect to a substance containing heroin, fentanyl, cocaine line 6 base as specified in paragraph (1) of subdi vision (f) of Section line 7 11054, or cocaine as specified in paragraph (6) of subdivision (b) line 8 of Section 11055 shall receive an additional term as follows:
line 9 (1)  Where
line 10 (A)  If the substance exceeds one kilogram by weight, the person line 11 shall receive an additional term of three years. line 12 (2)  Where
line 13 (B)  If the substance e xceeds four kilograms by weight, the line 14 person shall receive an additional term of five years. line 15 (3)  Where
line 16 (C)  If the substance exceeds 10 kilograms by weight, the person line 17 shall receive an additional term of 10 years.
line 18 (4)  Where
line 19 (D)  If the substance exceeds 20 kilograms by weight, the person line 20 shall receive an additional term of 15 years.
line 21 (5)  Where
line 22 (E)  If the substance exceeds 40 kilograms by weight, the person line 23 shall receive an additional term of 20 years.
line 24 (6)  Where
line 25 (F)  If the substance exceeds 80 kilograms by weight, the person line 26 shall receive an additional term of 25 years.
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line 28 (2)  The conspirac y enhancements pro vided for in this line 29 subdivision shall not be imposed unless the trier of fact finds that line 30 the defendant conspirator w as substantially in volved in the 99 — 2 — AB 701

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 701 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 planning, direction, e xecution, or financing of the underlying line 2 offense.
line 3 (b)  Any (1)  A person con victed of a violation of, or of line 4 conspiracy to violate, Section 11378, 11378.5, 11379, or 11379.5 line 5 with respect to a substance containing methamphetamine, line 6 amphetamine, phencyclidine (PCP) and its analogs shall recei ve line 7 an additional term as follows:
line 8 (1)  Where
line 9 (A)  If the substance exceeds one kilogram by weight, or 30 liters line 10 by liquid volume, the person shall recei ve an additional term of line 11 three years.
line 12 (2)  Where
line 13 (B)  If the substance exceeds four kilograms by weight, or 100 line 14 liters by liquid volume, the person shall receive an additional term line 15 of five years.
line 16 (3)  Where
line 17 (C)  If the substance e xceeds 10 kilograms by weight, or 200 line 18 liters by liquid volume, the person shall receive an additional term line 19 of 10 years.
line 20 (4)  Where
line 21 (D)  If the substance e xceeds 20 kilograms by weight, or 400 line 22 liters by liquid volume, the person shall receive an additional term line 23 of 15 years.
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line 25 (2)  In computing the quantities in volved in this subdi vision, line 26 plant or vegetable material seized shall not be included. line 27 The
line 28 (3)  The conspirac y enhancements pro vided for in this line 29 subdivision shall not be imposed unless the trier of fact finds that line 30 the defendant conspirator w as substantially in volved in the line 31 planning, direction, e xecution, or financing of the underlying line 32 offense.
line 33 (c)  The additional terms pro vided in this section shall not be line 34 imposed unless the alle gation that the weight of the substance line 35 containing heroin, fentanyl, cocaine base as specified in paragraph line 36 (1) of subdi vision (f) of Section 11054, cocaine as specified in line 37 paragraph (6) of subdi vision (b) of Section 11055, line 38 methamphetamine, amphetamine, or phencyclidine (PCP) and its line 39 analogs exceeds the amounts pro vided in this section is char ged 99 AB 701 — 3 —

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 701 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 in the accusatory pleading and admitted or found to be true by the line 2 trier of fact.
line 3 (d)  The additional terms pro vided in this section shall be in line 4 addition to any other punishment provided by law. line 5 (e)  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the court may line 6 strike the additional punishment for the enhancements pro vided line 7 in this section if it determines that there are circumstances in line 8 mitigation of the additional punishment and states on the record line 9 its reasons for striking the additional punishment. line 10 SEC. 2. Section 11372 of the Health and Safety Code is line 11 amended to read:
line 12 11372. (a)   In addition to the term of imprisonment provided line 13 by law for persons convicted of violating Section 11350, 11351, line 14 11351.5, 11352, 11353, 11355, 11359, 11360, or 11361, the trial line 15 court may impose a fine not e xceeding twenty thousand dollars line 16 ($20,000) for each offense. In no event A fine shall a fine not be line 17 levied in lieu of or in substitution for the term of imprisonment line 18 provided by law for any of these offenses.
line 19 (b)  Any A person recei ving an additional term pursuant to line 20 subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) of subdi vision (a) of Section line 21 11370.4, may, in addition, be fined by an amount not e xceeding line 22 one million dollars ($1,000,000) for each offense. line 23 (c)  Any A person recei ving an additional term pursuant to line 24 subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) (1) of subdivision (a) of Section line 25 11370.4, may, in addition, be fined by an amount not to e xceed line 26 four million dollars ($4,000,000) for each offense. line 27 (d)  Any A person recei ving an additional term pursuant to line 28 subparagraph (C) of paragraph (3) (1) of subdivision (a) of Section line 29 11370.4, may, in addition, be fined by an amount not to e xceed line 30 eight million dollars ($8,000,000) for each offense. line 31 (e)  The court shall mak e a finding, prior to the imposition of line 32 the fines authorized by subdivisions (b) to (e), (d), inclusive, that line 33 there is a reasonable e xpectation that the fine, or a substantial line 34 portion thereof, could be collected within a reasonable period of line 35 time, taking into consideration the defendant’ s income, earning line 36 capacity, and financial resources.
line 37 SEC. 3. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to line 38 Section 6 of Article XIIIB of the California Constitution because line 39 the only costs that may be incurred by a local agenc y or school line 40 district will be incurred because this act creates a ne w crime or 99 — 4 — AB 701

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 701 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) AMENDED IN ASSEMBLY MARCH 30, 2023
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ASSEMBLY BILL No. 1308
Introduced by Assembly Members Quirk-Silva and Friedman February 16, 2023
An act to add Section 65863.3 to the Go vernment Code, relating to land use.
legislative counsel’s digest
AB 1308, as amended, Quirk-Silva. Planning and Zoning La w:
single-family residences: parking requirements.

The Planning and Zoning Law authorizes the legislative body of any county or city to adopt ordinances that re gulate the use of b uildings, structures, and land as between industry , business, residences, open space, and other purposes.

This bill would prohibit a public agency, as defined, from imposing a new increasing the minimum parking requirement on that applies to a single-family r esidence as a condition of appr oval of a project to remodel, reno vate, or add to a single-f amily residence, e xcept as specified. By imposing additional duties on local officials, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.

The bill w ould include findings that changes proposed by this bill address a matter of state wide concern rather than a municipal af fair and, therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities.

The California Constitution requires the state to reimb urse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state.

Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

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The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
line 1 SECTION 1. Section 65863.3 is added to the Government line 2 Code, immediately following Section 65863.2, to read:
line 3 65863.3. (a)  A public agency shall not impose a new increase line 4 the minimum parking requirement on that applies to a single-family line 5 residence as a condition of appr oval of a project to remodel, line 6 renovate, or add to a single-f amily residence pro vided that the line 7 project does not cause the single-family residence to exceed a any line 8 maximum size limit imposed by the applicable zoning regulations, line 9 including, but not limited to, height, lot coverage, and floor-to-area line 10 ratio restriction imposed by the public agency. ratio. line 11 (b)  For purposes of this section, “public agency” means the state line 12 or any state agency, board or commission, an y city, county, city line 13 and county, including charter cities, or special district, or an y line 14 agency, board, or commission of the city, county, city and county, line 15 special district, joint po wers authority , or other political line 16 subdivision.
line 17 (c)  The Legislature finds and declares that the imposition of line 18 mandatory parking minimums can increase the cost of housing, line 19 limit the number of available units, lead to an oversupply of parking line 20 spaces, and increased greenhouse g as emissions. Therefore, this line 21 section shall be interpreted in f avor of the prohibition of the line 22 imposition of mandatory parking minimums as outlined in this line 23 section.
line 24 (d)  This section shall not be construed to allow a local agency line 25 to impose parking r estrictions that are more restrictive than the line 26 requirements a local agency is authorized to impose under Section line 27 65852.2, if the single-family r esidence is on the same lot as an line 28 accessory dwelling unit.
line 29 SEC. 2. The Legislature finds and declares that to lo wer the line 30 cost of housing production by reducing unnecessary parking line 31 requirements is a matter of statewide concern and is not a municipal line 32 affair as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI of the line 33 California Constitution. Therefore, Section 1 of this act adding line 34 Section 65863.3 to the Go vernment Code applies to all cities, line 35 including charter cities.
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Attachment: Assembly Bill 1308 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 SEC. 3. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to line 2 Section 6 of Article XIIIB of the California Constitution because line 3 a local agency or school district has the authority to le vy service line 4 charges, fees, or assessments sufficient to pay for the program or line 5 level of service mandated by this act, within the meaning of Section line 6 17556 of the Government Code.

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Attachment: Assembly Bill 1308 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) california legislature—2023–24 regular session
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 92
Introduced by Assembly Member Schiavo
June 5, 2023
Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 92—Relative to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian Memorial Highway. legislative counsel’s digest
ACR 92, as introduced, Schiavo. Los Angeles County Sherif f’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian Memorial Highway.

This measure would designate the portion of Interstate 5 between the Pico-Lyons Overcrossing and the McBean P arkway Overcrossing in the City of Santa Clarita as the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jake” Kuredjian Memorial Highway. The measure would also request that the Department of Transportation determine the cost of appropriate signs showing this special designation and, upon receiving donations from nonstate sources sufficient to co ver the cost, to erect those signs.

Fiscal committee: yes.
line 1 WHEREAS, Of all the promises America offers, none is more line 2 elusive or precious than the right to be free from crime and line 3 violence; and
line 4 WHEREAS, Californians are indebted every day to our peace line 5 officers, and we pay special tribute to their bravery and dedication line 6 and share in their pain when one of their members is killed in the line 7 line of duty; and
line 8 WHEREAS, The men and women of law enforcement have the line 9 unenviable task of guaranteeing the public’ s safety and it is as

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Attachment: Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, line 1 difficult and dangerous as it is important, as e videnced by the line 2 death, at 40 years of age, of Deputy Hagop “Jak e” Kuredjian of line 3 the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, who was tragically line 4 shot and killed on August 31, 2001, in the City of Santa Clarita; line 5 and
line 6 WHEREAS, Deputy Kuredjian faithfully served the residents line 7 of the County of Los Angeles as a deputy sheriff; and line 8 WHEREAS, Deputy Kuredjian stated that the reason he became line 9 a law enforcement officer was to be a peacekeeper and community line 10 guardian; and
line 11 WHEREAS, Deputy K uredjian w orked to serv e those that line 12 needed his service, help those who needed help, and protect those line 13 that couldn’t protect themselves, and, as a deputy sheriff, he was line 14 praised by his peers, supervisors, and members of the community line 15 for his tireless ef forts to protect people, pre vent incidents, and line 16 serve as a leader; and
line 17 WHEREAS, It is appropriate to recognize the hazardous work, line 18 serious responsibility , and strong commitment that Deputy line 19 Kuredjian willingly accepted during his 17 years as a la w line 20 enforcement officer; and
line 21 WHEREAS, Deputy Kuredjian is remembered as a dedicated line 22 and devoted son to Anahid, and role model for his brothers Raffi line 23 and Garo, and a man who committed his life, beliefs, and career line 24 to the County of Los Angeles and the safety of its residents; now, line 25 therefore, be it
line 26 Resolved by the Assembly of the State of California, the Senate line 27 thereof concurring , That the Le gislature hereby designates the line 28 portion of Interstate 5 between the Pico-L yons Ov ercrossing, line 29 53-1783, at postmile R50.326, and the McBean P arkway line 30 Overcrossing, 53-2057, at postmile R51.442, in the City of Santa line 31 Clarita in the County of Los Angeles as the Los Angeles County line 32 Sheriff’s Deputy Hagop “Jak e” K uredjian Memorial Highw ay; line 33 and be it further
line 34 Resolved, That the Department of Transportation is requested line 35 to determine the cost of appropriate signs, consistent with the line 36 signing requirements for the state highw ay system, showing this line 37 special designation and, upon recei ving donations from nonstate line 38 sources sufficient to cover the cost, to erect those signs; and be it line 39 further
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Attachment: Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, line 1 Resolved, That the Chief Clerk of the Assembly transmit copies line 2 of this resolution to the Director of Transportation and to the author line 3 for appropriate distribution.

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Attachment: Assembly Concurrent Resolution 92 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, AMENDED IN SENATE MARCH 16, 2023
SENATE BILL No. 450
Introduced by Senator Atkins
February 13, 2023
An act to amend Section 65589.5 Sections 65585, 65852.21, and 66411.7 of the Government Code, relating to housing. land use. legislative counsel’s digest
SB 450, as amended, Atkins. Housing Accountability Act: standards, forms, and definitions. Housing development: approvals. (1) The Planning and Zoning Law pr ovides for the cr eation of accessory dwelling units by local or dinance, or, if a local a gency has not adopted an ordinance, by ministerial approval, in accordance with specified standards and conditions.

Existing law r equires a pr oposed housing de velopment containing no more than 2 residential units within a single-family residential zone to be considered ministerially, without discretionary review or hearing, if the pr oposed housing de velopment meets certain r equirements, including that the pr oposed housing de velopment does not allow for the demolition of mor e than 25% of the e xisting exterior structur al walls, except as pr ovided. Existing law authorizes a local a gency to impose objective zoning standar ds, objective subdivision standar ds, and objective design standards, as defined, except as specified, on the proposed housing development. Existing law authorizes a local agency to deny a pr oposed housing de velopment if specified conditions ar e met, including that the b uilding official mak es a written finding that the pr oposed housing de velopment pr oject would have a specific, adverse impact upon public health and safety or the physical environment, as provided.

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) This bill would r emove the r equirement that a pr oposed housing development does not allow for the demolition of more than 25% of the existing exterior structural walls to be consider ed ministerially. The bill would pr ohibit a local a gency fr om imposing objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standar ds, and objective design standards that do not apply uniformly to de velopment within the underlying zone. This bill would remove the authorization for a local agency to deny a proposed housing development if the building official makes a written finding that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact upon the physical environment.

The bill would r equire the local a gency to consider and appr ove or deny the pr oposed housing de velopment application within 60 days from the date the local agency receives the completed application, and would deem the application appr oved after that time . The bill would require a permitting a gency, if it denies an application, to pr ovide a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant.
(2) The Subdivision Map Act vests the authority to r egulate and control the design and impr ovement of subdivisions in the le gislative body of a local a gency and sets forth pr ocedures governing the local agency’s processing, approval, conditional appr oval or disappr oval, and filing of tentative, final, and parcel maps, and the modification of those maps.

Existing law requires a local agency to ministerially approve a parcel map for an urban lot split that meets certain r equirements. Existing law authorizes a local a gency to impose objective zoning standar ds, objective subdivision standar ds, and objective design standar ds, as defined, except as specified. Existing law authorizes a local agency to deny an urban lot split if specified conditions ar e met, including that the building official makes a written finding that the proposed housing development project would have a specific, adverse impact upon public health and safety or the physical environment, as provided.

This bill would specify that objective zoning standar ds, objective subdivision standards, and objective design standar ds imposed by a local agency must be related to the design or improvements of a parcel.

This bill would remove the authorization for a local a gency to deny a proposed housing development if the building official makes a written finding that the pr oposed housing de velopment project would have a specific, adverse impact upon the physical environment. The bill would 98 — 2 — SB 450

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) require the local agency to consider and approve or deny the proposed housing development application within 60 days from the date the local agency r eceives the completed application, and would deem the application approved after that time. The bill would require a permitting agency, if it denies an application, to provide a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that ar e defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant. (3) The Planning and Zoning Law requires each county and city to adopt a compr ehensive, long-term g eneral plan for the physical development of the county or city and r equires that g eneral plan to include, among other mandatory elements, a housing element. Existing law requires a planning a gency to submit a copy of its dr aft housing element or amendments to its housing element to the department for review, and requires the department to notify the city , city, county, or city and county if the department finds that the housing element or the amendment does not substantially comply with or is in violation of specified statutes.

This bill would add the proposed housing development and urban lot split provisions described above to the list of statutes the department is required to notify a city, county, or city and county of when reviewing a housing element or amendment.
(4) By increasing the duties of local a gencies with respect to land use regulations, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program. (5) The bill would include findings that c hanges proposed by this bill address a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair and, therefore, apply to all cities, including charter cities. (6) The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state .

Statutory pr ovisions establish pr ocedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.

Existing law, the Housing Accountability Act, which is part of the Planning and Zoning Law, prohibits, among other things, a local agency from disapproving a housing de velopment project that complies with applicable, objective general plan, zoning, and subdi vision standards and criteria, or from imposing a condition that it be developed at a lower density, unless the local agenc y bases its decision on written findings supported by the preponderance of the e vidence on the record that specified conditions exist, as provided.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) Existing law, the Administrative Procedure Act, in part, sets forth procedural requirements for the adoption, publication, re view, and implementation of regulations by state agencies, and for review of those regulatory actions by the Office of Administrative Law.

This bill would authorize the Department of Housing and Community Development to review, adopt, amend, and repeal the standards, forms, or definitions to implement the Housing Accountability Act without compliance with those procedural requirements, as provided.

Vote: majority. Appropriation: no. Fiscal committee: yes. State-mandated local program: no yes.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
line 1 SECTION 1. Section 65585 of the Government Code is line 2 amended to read:
line 3 65585. (a) In the preparation of its housing element, each city line 4 and county shall consider the guidelines adopted by the department line 5 pursuant to Section 50459 of the Health and Safety Code. Those line 6 guidelines shall be advisory to each city or county in the line 7 preparation of its housing element.
line 8 (b) (1) At least 90 days prior to adoption of a re vision of its line 9 housing element pursuant to subdivision (e) of Section 65588, or line 10 at least 60 days prior to the adoption of a subsequent amendment line 11 to this element, the planning agency shall submit a draft element line 12 revision or draft amendment to the department. The local line 13 government of the planning agenc y shall mak e the first draft line 14 revision of a housing element available for public comment for at line 15 least 30 days and, if an y comments are recei ved, the local line 16 government shall take at least 10 b usiness days after the 30-day line 17 public comment period to consider and incorporate public line 18 comments into the draft re vision prior to submitting it to the line 19 department. F or an y subsequent draft re vision, the local line 20 government shall post the draft revision on its internet website and line 21 shall email a link to the draft re vision to all indi viduals and line 22 organizations that ha ve previously requested notices relating to line 23 the local government’s housing element at least seven days before line 24 submitting the draft revision to the department. line 25 (2) The planning agenc y staf f shall collect and compile the line 26 public comments regarding the housing element recei ved by the line 27 city, county, or city and county , and pro vide these comments to 98 — 4 — SB 450

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 each member of the legislative body before it adopts the housing line 2 element.
line 3 (3)  The department shall review the draft and report its written line 4 findings to the planning agency within 90 days of its receipt of the line 5 first draft submittal for each housing element revision pursuant to line 6 subdivision (e) of Section 65588 or within 60 days of its receipt line 7 of a subsequent draft amendment or an adopted revision or adopted line 8 amendment to an element. The department shall not re view the line 9 first draft submitted for each housing element re vision pursuant line 10 to subdivision (e) of Section 65588 until the local government has line 11 made the draft available for public comment for at least 30 days line 12 and, if comments were recei ved, has tak en at least 10 b usiness line 13 days to consider and incorporate public comments pursuant to line 14 paragraph (1).
line 15 (c)  In the preparation of its findings, the department may consult line 16 with any public agenc y, group, or person. The department shall line 17 receive and consider an y written comments from an y public line 18 agency, group, or person re garding the draft or adopted element line 19 or amendment under review.
line 20 (d)  In its written findings, the department shall determine line 21 whether the draft element or draft amendment substantially line 22 complies with this article.
line 23 (e)  Prior to the adoption of its draft element or draft amendment, line 24 the le gislative body shall consider the findings made by the line 25 department. If the department’s findings are not a vailable within line 26 the time limits set by this section, the le gislative body may act line 27 without them.
line 28 (f)  If the department finds that the draft element or draft line 29 amendment does not substantially comply with this article, the line 30 legislative body shall take one of the following actions:
line 31 (1)  Change the draft element or draft amendment to substantially line 32 comply with this article.
line 33 (2)  Adopt the draft element or draft amendment without changes. line 34 The legislative body shall include in its resolution of adoption line 35 written findings which e xplain the reasons the le gislative body line 36 believes that the draft element or draft amendment substantially line 37 complies with this article despite the findings of the department. line 38 (g)  Promptly follo wing the adoption of its element or line 39 amendment, the planning agenc y shall submit a cop y to the line 40 department.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (h)  The department shall, within 90 days, re view adopted line 2 housing elements or amendments and report its findings to the line 3 planning agency.
line 4 (i)  (1)  (A)  The department shall re view any action or f ailure line 5 to act by the city, county, or city and county that it determines is line 6 inconsistent with an adopted housing element or Section 65583, line 7 including any failure to implement any program actions included line 8 in the housing element pursuant to Section 65583. The department line 9 shall issue written findings to the city, county, or city and county line 10 as to whether the action or f ailure to act substantially complies line 11 with this article, and provide a reasonable time no longer than 30 line 12 days for the city , county, or city and county to respond to the line 13 findings before taking any other action authorized by this section, line 14 including the action authorized by subparagraph (B). line 15 (B)  If the department finds that the action or f ailure to act by line 16 the city, county, or city and county does not substantially comply line 17 with this article, and if it has issued findings pursuant to this section line 18 that an amendment to the housing element substantially complies line 19 with this article, the department may re voke its findings until it line 20 determines that the city, county, or city and county has come into line 21 compliance with this article.
line 22 (2)  The department may consult with an y local go vernment, line 23 public agency, group, or person, and shall recei ve and consider line 24 any written comments from any public agency, group, or person, line 25 regarding the action or f ailure to act by the city , county, or city line 26 and county described in paragraph (1), in determining whether the line 27 housing element substantially complies with this article. line 28 (j)  The department shall notify the city , county, or city and line 29 county and may notify the office of the Attorney General that the line 30 city, county, or city and county is in violation of state la w if the line 31 department finds that the housing element or an amendment to this line 32 element, or an y action or f ailure to act described in subdi vision line 33 (i), does not substantially comply with this article or that any local line 34 government has taken an action in violation of the following:
line 35 (1)  Housing Accountability Act (Section 65589.5). line 36 (2)  Section 65863.
line 37 (3)  Chapter 4.3 (commencing with Section 65915). line 38 (4)  Section 65008.
line 39 (5)  Housing Crisis Act of 2019 (Chapter 654, Statutes of 2019, line 40 Sections 65941.1, 65943, and 66300).
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (6)  Section 8899.50.
line 2 (7)  Section 65913.4.
line 3 (8)  Article 11 (commencing with Section 65650). line 4 (9)  Article 12 (commencing with Section 65660). line 5 (10)  Section 65913.11.
line 6 (11)  Section 65400.
line 7 (12)  Section 65863.2.
line 8 (13)  Chapter 4.1 (commencing with Section 65912.100). line 9 (14)  Section 65852.21.
line 10 (15)  Section 66411.7.
line 11 (k)  Commencing July 1, 2019, prior to the Attorney General line 12 bringing any suit for a violation of the pro visions identified in line 13 subdivision (j) related to housing element compliance and seeking line 14 remedies available pursuant to this subdi vision, the department line 15 shall offer the jurisdiction the opportunity for tw o meetings in line 16 person or via telephone to discuss the violation, and shall provide line 17 the jurisdiction written findings re garding the violation. This line 18 paragraph does not af fect any action filed prior to the ef fective line 19 date of this section. The requirements set forth in this subdivision line 20 do not apply to an y suits brought for a violation or violations of line 21 paragraphs (1) and (3) to (9), inclusive, of subdivision (j). line 22 (l)  In any action or special proceeding brought by the Attorney line 23 General relating to housing element compliance pursuant to a line 24 notice or referral under subdivision (j), the Attorney General may line 25 request, upon a finding of the court that the housing element does line 26 not substantially comply with the requirements of this article line 27 pursuant to this section, that the court issue an order or judgment line 28 directing the jurisdiction to bring its housing element into line 29 substantial compliance with the requirements of this article. The line 30 court shall retain jurisdiction to ensure that its order or judgment line 31 is carried out. If a court determines that the housing element of line 32 the jurisdiction substantially complies with this article, it shall line 33 have the same force and effect, for purposes of eligibility for any line 34 financial assistance that requires a housing element in substantial line 35 compliance and for purposes of an y incentives pro vided under line 36 Section 65589.9, as a determination by the department that the line 37 housing element substantially complies with this article. line 38 (1)  If the jurisdiction has not complied with the order or line 39 judgment after 12 months, the court shall conduct a status line 40 conference. Following the status conference, upon a determination 98 SB 450 — 7 —

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 that the jurisdiction f ailed to comply with the order or judgment line 2 compelling substantial compliance with the requirements of this line 3 article, the court shall impose fines on the jurisdiction, which shall line 4 be deposited into the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund. Any line 5 fine le vied pursuant to this paragraph shall be in a minimum line 6 amount of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per month, but shall not line 7 exceed one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) per month, except line 8 as pro vided in paragraphs (2) and (3). In the e vent that the line 9 jurisdiction fails to pay fines imposed by the court in full and on line 10 time, the court may require the Controller to intercept any available line 11 state and local funds and direct such funds to the Building Homes line 12 and Jobs Trust Fund to correct the jurisdiction’ s failure to pay . line 13 The intercept of the funds by the Controller for this purpose shall line 14 not violate any provision of the California Constitution. line 15 (2)  If the jurisdiction has not complied with the order or line 16 judgment after three months follo wing the imposition of fees line 17 described in paragraph (1), the court shall conduct a status line 18 conference. Following the status conference, if the court finds that line 19 the fees imposed pursuant to paragraph (1) are insufficient to bring line 20 the jurisdiction into compliance with the order or judgment, the line 21 court may multiply the fine determined pursuant to paragraph (1) line 22 by a factor of three. In the e vent that the jurisdiction f ails to pay line 23 fines imposed by the court in full and on time, the court may line 24 require the Controller to intercept an y available state and local line 25 funds and direct such funds to the Building Homes and Jobs Trust line 26 Fund to correct the jurisdiction’ s failure to pay. The intercept of line 27 the funds by the Controller for this purpose shall not violate an y line 28 provision of the California Constitution.
line 29 (3)  If the jurisdiction has not complied with the order or line 30 judgment six months follo wing the imposition of fees described line 31 in paragraph (1), the court shall conduct a status conference. Upon line 32 a determination that the jurisdiction failed to comply with the order line 33 or judgment, the court may impose the following:
line 34 (A)  If the court finds that the fees imposed pursuant to line 35 paragraphs (1) and (2) are insufficient to bring the jurisdiction into line 36 compliance with the order or judgment, the court may multiply line 37 the fine determined pursuant to paragraph (1) by a f actor of six. line 38 In the event that the jurisdiction fails to pay fines imposed by the line 39 court in full and on time, the court may require the Controller to line 40 intercept any available state and local funds and direct such funds 98 — 8 — SB 450

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 to the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund to correct the line 2 jurisdiction’s f ailure to pay . The intercept of the funds by the line 3 Controller for this purpose shall not violate an y provision of the line 4 California Constitution.
line 5 (B)  The court may order remedies available pursuant to Section line 6 564 of the Code of Civil Procedure, under which the agent of the line 7 court may tak e all go vernmental actions necessary to bring the line 8 jurisdiction’s housing element into substantial compliance pursuant line 9 to this article in order to remedy identified deficiencies. The court line 10 shall determine whether the housing element of the jurisdiction line 11 substantially complies with this article and, once the court makes line 12 that determination, it shall have the same force and effect, for all line 13 purposes, as the department’ s determination that the housing line 14 element substantially complies with this article. An agent appointed line 15 pursuant to this paragraph shall ha ve e xpertise in planning in line 16 California.
line 17 (4)  This subdivision does not limit a court’s discretion to apply line 18 any and all remedies in an action or special proceeding for a line 19 violation of any law identified in subdivision (j). line 20 (m)  In determining the application of the remedies a vailable line 21 under subdivision (l), the court shall consider whether there are line 22 any mitigating circumstances delaying the jurisdiction from coming line 23 into compliance with state housing la w. The court may consider line 24 whether a city, county, or city and county is making a good f aith line 25 effort to come into substantial compliance or is facing substantial line 26 undue hardships.
line 27 (n)  Nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the office line 28 of the Attorney General to bring a suit to enforce state la w in an line 29 independent capacity. The office of the Attorney General may seek line 30 all remedies available under law including those set forth in this line 31 section.
line 32 (o)  Notwithstanding Sections 11040 and 11042, if the Attorney line 33 General declines to represent the department in an y action or line 34 special proceeding brought pursuant to a notice or referral under line 35 subdivision (j) the department may appoint or contract with other line 36 counsel for purposes of representing the department in the action line 37 or special proceeding.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 brought by the Office of the Attorney General or pursuant to a line 2 notice or referral under subdi vision (j), or by the department line 3 pursuant to subdivision (o).
line 4 SEC. 2. Section 65852.21 of the Government Code is amended line 5 to read:
line 6 65852.21. (a)  A proposed housing de velopment containing line 7 no more than two residential units within a single-family residential line 8 zone shall be considered ministerially, without discretionary review line 9 or a hearing, if the proposed housing development meets all of the line 10 following requirements:
line 11 (1)  The parcel subject to the proposed housing development is line 12 located within a city, the boundaries of which include some portion line 13 of either an urbanized area or urban cluster , as designated by the line 14 United States Census Bureau, or, for unincorporated areas, a legal line 15 parcel wholly within the boundaries of an urbanized area or urban line 16 cluster, as designated by the United States Census Bureau. line 17 (2)  The parcel satisfies the requirements specified in line 18 subparagraphs (B) to (K), inclusive, of paragraph (6) of subdivision line 19 (a) of Section 65913.4.
line 20 (3)  Notwithstanding any provision of this section or an y local line 21 law, the proposed housing de velopment w ould not require line 22 demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
line 23 (A)  Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, line 24 or la w that restricts rents to le vels af fordable to persons and line 25 families of moderate, low, or very low income.
line 26 (B)  Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control line 27 through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. line 28 (C)  Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three line 29 years.
line 30 (4)  The parcel subject to the proposed housing development is line 31 not a parcel on which an o wner of residential real property has line 32 exercised the o wner’s rights under Chapter 12.75 (commencing line 33 with Section 7060) of Di vision 7 of Title 1 to withdra w line 34 accommodations from rent or lease within 15 years before the date line 35 that the development proponent submits an application. line 36 (5)  The proposed housing de velopment does not allo w the line 37 demolition of more than 25 percent of the e xisting e xterior line 38 structural walls, unless the housing de velopment meets at least line 39 one of the following conditions:
line 40 (A)  If a local ordinance so allows.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (B)  The site has not been occupied by a tenant in the last three line 2 years.
line 3 (6)
line 4 (5)  The development is not located within a historic district or line 5 property included on the State Historic Resources In ventory, as line 6 defined in Section 5020.1 of the Public Resources Code, or within line 7 a site that is designated or listed as a city or county landmark or line 8 historic property or district pursuant to a city or county ordinance. line 9 (b)  (1)  Notwithstanding any local law and except as provided line 10 in paragraph (2), par agraphs (2) and (3), a local agenc y may line 11 impose objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, line 12 and objective design re view standards that do not conflict with line 13 this section.
line 14 (2)  (A)  The local agenc y shall not impose objecti ve zoning line 15 standards, objective subdivision standards, and objecti ve design line 16 standards that would have the effect of physically precluding the line 17 construction of up to two units or that would physically preclude line 18 either of the two units from being at least 800 square feet in floor line 19 area.
line 20 (B)  (i)  Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), no setback shall be line 21 required for an existing structure or a structure constructed in the line 22 same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure. line 23 (ii)  Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), in all other circumstances line 24 not described in clause (i), a local agenc y may require a setback line 25 of up to four feet from the side and rear lot lines. line 26 (3)  A local agency shall not impose objective zoning standards, line 27 objective subdivision standar ds, and objective design standar ds line 28 that do not apply uniformly to development within the underlying line 29 zone.
line 30 (c)  In addition to any conditions established in accordance with line 31 subdivision (b), a local agenc y may require any of the following line 32 conditions when considering an application for tw o residential line 33 units as provided for in this section:
line 34 (1)  Off-street parking of up to one space per unit, except that a line 35 local agency shall not impose parking requirements in either of line 36 the following instances:
line 37 (A)  The parcel is located within one-half mile walking distance line 38 of either a high-quality transit corridor, as defined in subdivision line 39 (b) of Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, or a major 98 SB 450 — 11 —

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line 3 (B)  There is a car share vehicle located within one block of the line 4 parcel.
line 5 (2)  For residential units connected to an onsite w astewater line 6 treatment system, a percolation test completed within the last 5 line 7 years, or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last line 8 10 years.
line 9 (d)  Notwithstanding subdivision (a), a local agenc y may deny line 10 a proposed housing de velopment project if the b uilding official line 11 makes a written finding, based upon a preponderance of the line 12 evidence, that the proposed housing de velopment project w ould line 13 have a specific, adv erse impact, as defined and determined in line 14 paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public line 15 health and safety or the physical environment and for which there line 16 is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, line 17 adverse impact.
line 18 (e)  A local agency shall require that a rental of any unit created line 19 pursuant to this section be for a term longer than 30 days. line 20 (f)  Notwithstanding Section 65852.2 or 65852.22, a local agency line 21 shall not be required to permit an accessory dwelling unit or a line 22 junior accessory dwelling unit on parcels that use both the authority line 23 contained within this section and the authority contained in Section line 24 66411.7.
line 25 (g)  Notwithstanding subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) of line 26 subdivision (b), an application shall not be rejected solely because line 27 it proposes adjacent or connected structures pro vided that the line 28 structures meet building code safety standards and are sufficient line 29 to allow separate conveyance.
line 30 (h)  (1)  An application for a pr oposed housing de velopment line 31 pursuant to this section shall be considered and approved or denied line 32 within 60 days from the date the local agency receives a completed line 33 application. If the local a gency has not appr oved or denied the line 34 completed application within 60 days, the application shall be line 35 deemed approved.
line 36 (2)  If a permitting agency denies an application for a proposed line 37 housing development pursuant to par agraph (1), the permitting line 38 agency shall, within the time period described in par agraph (1), line 39 return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list 98 — 12 — SB 450

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line 4 (i)  Local agencies shall include units constructed pursuant to line 5 this section in the annual housing element report as required by line 6 subparagraph (I) of paragraph (2) of subdi vision (a) of Section line 7 65400.
line 8 (i)
line 9 (j)  For purposes of this section, all of the following apply:
line 10 (1)  A housing development contains two residential units if the line 11 development proposes no more than two new units or if it proposes line 12 to add one new unit to one existing unit.
line 13 (2)  The terms “objecti ve zoning standards, ” “objecti ve line 14 subdivision standards,” and “objecti ve design re view standards” line 15 mean standards that in volve no personal or subjecti ve judgment line 16 by a public official and are uniformly v erifiable by reference to line 17 an e xternal and uniform benchmark or criterion a vailable and line 18 knowable by both the development applicant or proponent and the line 19 public official prior to submittal. These standards may be embodied line 20 in alternative objective land use specifications adopted by a local line 21 agency, and may include, b ut are not limited to, housing o verlay line 22 zones, specific plans, inclusionary zoning ordinances, and density line 23 bonus ordinances.
line 24 (3)  “Local agency” means a city , county, or city and county , line 25 whether general law or chartered.
line 26 (j)
line 27 (k)  A local agenc y may adopt an ordinance to implement the line 28 provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this line 29 section shall not be considered a project under Di vision 13 line 30 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. line 31 (k)
line 32 (l)  Nothing in this section shall be construed to supersede or in line 33 any way alter or lessen the effect or application of the California line 34 Coastal Act of 1976 (Di vision 20 (commencing with Section line 35 30000) of the Public Resources Code), except that the local agency line 36 shall not be required to hold public hearings for coastal line 37 development permit applications for a housing de velopment line 38 pursuant to this section.
line 39 SEC. 3. Section 66411.7 of the Government Code is amended line 40 to read:
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line 6 (1)  The parcel map subdi vides an existing parcel to create no line 7 more than tw o ne w parcels of approximately equal lot area line 8 provided that one parcel shall not be smaller than 40 percent of line 9 the lot area of the original parcel proposed for subdivision. line 10 (2)  (A)  Except as pro vided in subparagraph (B), both ne wly line 11 created parcels are no smaller than 1,200 square feet. line 12 (B)  A local agency may by ordinance adopt a smaller minimum line 13 lot size subject to ministerial approval under this subdivision. line 14 (3)  The parcel being subdi vided meets all the follo wing line 15 requirements:
line 16 (A)  The parcel is located within a single-family residential zone. line 17 (B)  The parcel subject to the proposed urban lot split is located line 18 within a city , the boundaries of which include some portion of line 19 either an urbanized area or urban cluster , as designated by the line 20 United States Census Bureau, or, for unincorporated areas, a legal line 21 parcel wholly within the boundaries of an urbanized area or urban line 22 cluster, as designated by the United States Census Bureau. line 23 (C)  The parcel satisfies the requirements specified in line 24 subparagraphs (B) to (K), inclusive, of paragraph (6) of subdivision line 25 (a) of Section 65913.4.
line 26 (D)  The proposed urban lot split would not require demolition line 27 or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
line 28 (i)  Housing that is subject to a recorded co venant, ordinance, line 29 or la w that restricts rents to le vels af fordable to persons and line 30 families of moderate, low, or very low income.
line 31 (ii)  Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control line 32 through a public entity’s valid exercise of its police power. line 33 (iii)  A parcel or parcels on which an o wner of residential real line 34 property has e xercised the o wner’s rights under Chapter 12.75 line 35 (commencing with Section 7060) of Di vision 7 of Title 1 to line 36 withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within 15 years line 37 before the date that the de velopment proponent submits an line 38 application.
line 39 (iv)  Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three line 40 years.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (E)  The parcel is not located within a historic district or property line 2 included on the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in line 3 Section 5020.1 of the Public Resources Code, or within a site that line 4 is designated or listed as a city or county landmark or historic line 5 property or district pursuant to a city or county ordinance. line 6 (F)  The parcel has not been established through prior e xercise line 7 of an urban lot split as provided for in this section. line 8 (G)  Neither the owner of the parcel being subdi vided nor any line 9 person acting in concert with the owner has previously subdivided line 10 an adjacent parcel using an urban lot split as pro vided for in this line 11 section.
line 12 (b)  An application for a parcel map for an urban lot split shall line 13 be approved in accordance with the following requirements:
line 14 (1)  (A)  A local agency shall approve or deny an application for line 15 a parcel map for an urban lot split ministerially without line 16 discretionary review.
line 17 (B)  An application for an urban lot split shall be consider ed line 18 and approved or denied within 60 days fr om the date the local line 19 agency receives a completed application. If the local a gency has line 20 not approved or denied the completed application within 60 days, line 21 the application shall be deemed approved.
line 22 (C)  If a permitting agency denies an application for an urban line 23 lot split pursuant to subparagraph (B), the permitting agency shall, line 24 within the time period described in paragraph (1), return in writing line 25 a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are line 26 defective or deficient and a description of how the application can line 27 be remedied by the applicant.
line 28 (2)  A local agenc y shall appro ve an urban lot split only if it line 29 conforms to all applicable objecti ve requirements of the line 30 Subdivision Map Act (Di vision 2 (commencing with Section line 31 66410)), except as otherwise expressly provided in this section. line 32 (3)  Notwithstanding Section 66411.1, a local agenc y shall not line 33 impose regulations that require dedications of rights-of-way or the line 34 construction of offsite improvements for the parcels being created line 35 as a condition of issuing a parcel map for an urban lot split pursuant line 36 to this section.
line 37 (c)  (1)  Except as pro vided in paragraph (2), notwithstanding line 38 any local la w, a local agenc y may impose objecti ve zoning line 39 standards, objective subdivision standards, and objecti ve design line 40 review standards that are related to the design or to improvements 98 SB 450 — 15 —

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line 27 (1)  Easements required for the provision of public services and line 28 facilities.
line 29 (2)  A requirement that the parcels have access to, provide access line 30 to, or adjoin the public right-of-way.
line 31 (3)  Off-street parking of up to one space per unit, except that a line 32 local agency shall not impose parking requirements in either of line 33 the following instances:
line 34 (A)  The parcel is located within one-half mile walking distance line 35 of either a high-quality transit corridor as defined in subdi vision line 36 (b) of Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, or a major line 37 transit stop as defined in Section 21064.3 of the Public Resources line 38 Code.
line 39 (B)  There is a car share vehicle located within one block of the line 40 parcel.
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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (f)  A local agency shall require that the uses allo wed on a lot line 2 created by this section be limited to residential uses. line 3 (g)  (1)  A local agency shall require an applicant for an urban line 4 lot split to sign an affida vit stating that the applicant intends to line 5 occupy one of the housing units as their principal residence for a line 6 minimum of three years from the date of the approval of the urban line 7 lot split.
line 8 (2)  This subdivision shall not apply to an applicant that is a line 9 “community land trust,” as defined in clause (ii) of subparagraph line 10 (C) of paragraph (11) of subdi vision (a) of Section 402.1 of the line 11 Revenue and Taxation Code, or is a “qualified nonprofit line 12 corporation” as described in Section 214.15 of the Re venue and line 13 Taxation Code.
line 14 (3)  A local agency shall not impose additional owner occupancy line 15 standards, other than provided for in this subdivision, on an urban line 16 lot split pursuant to this section.
line 17 (h)  A local agency shall require that a rental of any unit created line 18 pursuant to this section be for a term longer than 30 days. line 19 (i)  A local agency shall not require, as a condition for ministerial line 20 approval of a parcel map application for the creation of an urban line 21 lot split, the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions. line 22 (j)  (1)  Notwithstanding an y pro vision of Section 65852.2, line 23 65852.21, 65852.22, 65915, or this section, a local agenc y shall line 24 not be required to permit more than two units on a parcel created line 25 through the exercise of the authority contained within this section. line 26 (2)  For the purposes of this section, “unit” means any dwelling line 27 unit, including, but not limited to, a unit or units created pursuant line 28 to Section 65852.21, a primary dwelling, an accessory dwelling line 29 unit as defined in Section 65852.2, or a junior accessory dwelling line 30 unit as defined in Section 65852.22.
line 31 (k)  Notwithstanding paragraph (3) of subdi vision (c), an line 32 application shall not be rejected solely because it proposes adjacent line 33 or connected structures provided that the structures meet building line 34 code safety standards and are sufficient to allo w separate line 35 conveyance.
line 36 (l)  Local agencies shall include the number of applications for line 37 parcel maps for urban lot splits pursuant to this section in the line 38 annual housing element report as required by subparagraph (I) of line 39 paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 65400. 98 SB 450 — 17 —

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Attachment: Senate Bill 450 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) line 1 (m)  For purposes of this section, both of the follo wing shall line 2 apply:
line 3 (1)  “Objective zoning standards, ” “objecti ve subdi vision line 4 standards,” and “objective design review standards” mean standards line 5 that involve no personal or subjective judgment by a public official line 6 and are uniformly v erifiable by reference to an e xternal and line 7 uniform benchmark or criterion a vailable and knowable by both line 8 the development applicant or proponent and the public official line 9 prior to submittal. These standards may be embodied in alternative line 10 objective land use specifications adopted by a local agenc y, and line 11 may include, but are not limited to, housing overlay zones, specific line 12 plans, inclusionary zoning ordinances, and density bonus line 13 ordinances.
line 14 (2)  “Local agency” means a city , county, or city and county , line 15 whether general law or chartered.
line 16 (n)  A local agenc y may adopt an ordinance to implement the line 17 provisions of this section. An ordinance adopted to implement this line 18 section shall not be considered a project under Di vision 13 line 19 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. line 20 (o)  Nothing in this section shall be construed to supersede or in line 21 any way alter or lessen the effect or application of the California line 22 Coastal Act of 1976 (Di vision 20 (commencing with Section line 23 30000) of the Public Resources Code), except that the local agency line 24 shall not be required to hold public hearings for coastal line 25 development permit applications for urban lot splits pursuant to line 26 this section.
line 27 SEC. 4. The Legislature finds and declares that ensuring access line 28 to affordable housing is a matter of statewide concern and is not line 29 a municipal affair as that term is used in Section 5 of Article XI line 30 of the California Constitution. Therefore, Sections 2 and 3 of this line 31 act amending Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7 of the Government line 32 Code apply to all cities, including charter cities. line 33 SEC. 5. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to line 34 Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because line 35 a local agency or school district has the authority to levy service line 36 charges, fees, or assessments sufficient to pay for the program or line 37 level of service mandated by this act, within the meaning of Section line 38 17556 of the Government Code.
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line 2 All matter omitted in this version of the bill
line 3 appears in the bill as intr oduced in the
line 4 Senate, February 13, 2023. (JR11)
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118TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION H. R. 2887
To adjust the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor, and for other purposes.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
APRIL 26, 2023
Mr. MIKE GARCIA of California introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources
A BILL
To adjust the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains
National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the
Valley Corridor, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-1
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 2 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 3
This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Helping Invest in Key 4
Environments Act’’ or the ‘‘HIKE Act’’. 5
SEC. 2. BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. 6
Section 507(c) of the National Parks and Recreation 7
Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 460kk(c)) is amended by striking 8 paragraph (1) and inserting the following: 9
‘‘(1) BOUNDARY.— 10
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‘‘(A) IN GENERAL .—The recreation area 1
shall consist of— 2
‘‘(i) the land, water, and interests in 3
land and water generally depicted as the 4
recreation area on the map entitled ‘Santa 5
Monica Mountains National Recreation 6
Area and Santa Monica Mountains Zone, 7
California, Boundary Map’, numbered 8
80,047–C, and dated August 2001; and 9
‘‘(ii) the land, water, and interests in 10
land and water, as generally depicted as 11
‘Proposed Addition’ on the map entitled 12
‘Rim of the Valley Unit—Santa Monica 13
Mountains National Recreation Area’, 14
numbered 638/147,723, and dated March, 15
2022. 16
‘‘(B) AVAILABILITY OF MAPS .—The maps 17
described in subparagraph (A) shall be on file 18
and available for public inspection in the appro-19
priate offices of the National Park Service. 20
‘‘(C) REVISIONS.—After advising the Com-21
mittee on Energy and Natural Resources of the 22
Senate and the Committee on Natural Re-23
sources of the House of Representatives, in 24
writing, of the proposed revision, the Secretary 25
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may make minor revisions to the boundaries of 1
the recreation area by publication of a revised 2
drawing or other boundary description in the 3
Federal Register.’’. 4
SEC. 3. ADMINISTRATION. 5
Any land or interest in land acquired by the Secretary 6 of the Interior within the Rim of the Valley Unit shall 7 be administered as part of the Santa Monica Mountains 8 National Recreation Area (referred to in this Act as the 9 ‘‘National Recreation Area’’) in accordance with the laws 10 (including regulations) applicable to the National Recre-11 ation Area. 12
SEC. 4. UTILITIES AND WATER RESOURCE FACILITIES. 13
The addition of the Rim of the Valley Unit to the 14
National Recreation Area shall not affect the operation, 15 maintenance, or modification of water resource facilities 16 or public utilities within the Rim of the Valley Unit, except 17 that any utility or water resource facility activities in the 18 Rim of the Valley Unit shall be conducted in a manner 19 that reasonably avoids or reduces the impact of the activi-20 ties on resources of the Rim of the Valley Unit. 21
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118TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION H. R. 3681
To modify the boundaries of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in the State of California to include additional National Forest System land, and for other purposes.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
MAY 25, 2023
Ms. C HU (for herself, Mrs. N APOLITANO, Ms. B ARRAGA´N, Mr. B ERA, Ms.

BROWNLEY, Mr. C ARBAJAL, Mr. C A´RDENAS, Mr. D ESAULNIER, Ms.

ESHOO, Mr. G ARAMENDI, Mr. R OBERT GARCIA of California, Mr. G OMEZ, Mr. H UFFMAN, Ms. K AMLAGER-DOVE, Mr. K HANNA, Ms. L EE of Cali- fornia, Ms. L OFGREN, Mr. M ULLIN, Ms. P ORTER, Mr. S CHIFF, Mr.

SHERMAN, Mr. S WALWELL, Ms. S A´NCHEZ, Mr. T AKANO, Ms. W ATERS, and Mr. N ADLER) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Natural Resources
A BILL
To modify the boundaries of the San Gabriel Mountains
National Monument in the State of California to include additional National Forest System land, and for other
purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-1
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 2 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. 3
(a) S HORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as the 4
‘‘San Gabriel Mountains Protection Act’’. 5
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(b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of contents for 1
this Act is as follows: 2
Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents.

Sec. 2. Definitions.

Sec. 3. National monument boundary modification.

Sec. 4. Designation of wilderness areas and additions.

Sec. 5. Administration of wilderness areas and additions.

Sec. 6. Designation of wild and scenic rivers.

Sec. 7. Water rights.

Sec. 8. Reauthorization of existing water facilities in Pleasant View Ridge Wil- derness.

SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS.
3 In this Act: 4
(1) S ECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ means 5
the Secretary of Agriculture. 6
(2) W ILDERNESS AREA OR ADDITION .—The 7
term ‘‘wilderness area or addition’’ means any wil-8
derness area or wilderness addition designated by 9
section 4(a). 10
SEC. 3. NATIONAL MONUMENT BOUNDARY MODIFICATION. 11
(a) I N GENERAL.—The San Gabriel Mountains Na-12
tional Monument established by Presidential Proclamation 13 9194 (54 U.S.C. 320301 note) (referred to in this section 14 as the ‘‘Monument’’) is modified to include the approxi-15 mately 109,167 acres of additional National Forest Sys-16 tem land depicted as the ‘‘Proposed San Gabriel Moun-17 tains National Monument Expansion’’ on the map entitled 18 ‘‘Proposed San Gabriel Mountains National Monument 19
Expansion’’ and dated June 26, 2019. 20
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(b) A DMINISTRATION.—The Secretary shall admin-1
ister the Monument (including the land added to the 2
Monument by subsection (a)), in accordance with— 3
(1) Presidential Proclamation Number 9194 4
(79 Fed. Reg. 62303); 5
(2) the laws generally applicable to the Monu-6
ment; and 7
(3) this Act. 8
(c) M ANAGEMENT PLAN.—Not later than 3 years 9
after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall 10 consult with the State, local governments, and interested 11 members of the public to update the San Gabriel Moun-12 tains National Monument Plan to provide management di-13 rection and protection for the land added to the Monu-14 ment by subsection (a). 15
SEC. 4. DESIGNATION OF WILDERNESS AREAS AND ADDI-16
TIONS. 17
(a) D ESIGNATION.—In accordance with the Wilder-18
ness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.), the following parcels 19 of National Forest System land in the State are des-20
ignated as wilderness and as components of the National 21 Wilderness Preservation System: 22
(1) CONDOR PEAK WILDERNESS .—Certain Fed-23
eral land in the Angeles National Forest, comprising 24 approximately 8,207 acres, as generally depicted on 25
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the map entitled ‘‘Condor Peak Wilderness—Pro-1
posed’’ and dated June 6, 2019, which shall be 2
known as the ‘‘Condor Peak Wilderness’’. 3
(2) S AN GABRIEL WILDERNESS ADDITIONS .— 4
Certain Federal land in the Angeles National Forest, 5
comprising approximately 2,032 acres, as generally 6
depicted on the map entitled ‘‘San Gabriel Wilder-7
ness Additions’’ and dated June 6, 2019, which is 8
incorporated in, and considered to be a part of, the 9
San Gabriel Wilderness designated by Public Law 10
90–318 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; 82 Stat. 131). 11
(3) S HEEP MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS ADDI -12
TIONS.—Certain Federal land in the Angeles Na-13
tional Forest, comprising approximately 13,726 14
acres, as generally depicted on the map entitled 15
‘‘Sheep Mountain Wilderness Additions’’ and dated 16
June 6, 2019, which is incorporated in, and consid-17
ered to be a part of, the Sheep Mountain Wilderness 18
designated by section 101(a)(29) of the California 19
Wilderness Act of 1984 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Pub-20
lic Law 98–425; 98 Stat. 1623). 21
(4) YERBA BUENA WILDERNESS .—Certain Fed-22
eral land in the Angeles National Forest, comprising 23 approximately 6,694 acres, as generally depicted on 24
the map entitled ‘‘Yerba Buena Wilderness—Pro-25
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posed’’ and dated June 6, 2019, which shall be 1
known as the ‘‘Yerba Buena Wilderness’’. 2
(b) MAP AND LEGAL DESCRIPTION.— 3
(1) I N GENERAL .—As soon as practicable after 4
the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary 5
shall file a map and a legal description of the wilder-6 ness areas and additions with— 7
(A) the Committee on Energy and Natural 8
Resources of the Senate; and 9
(B) the Committee on Natural Resources 10
of the House of Representatives. 11
(2) F ORCE OF LAW .—The map and legal de-12
scription filed under paragraph (1) shall have the 13
same force and effect as if included in this Act, ex-14 cept that the Secretary may correct any clerical or 15
typographical error in the map or legal description. 16 (3) PUBLIC AVAILABILITY .—The map and legal 17
description filed under paragraph (1) shall be on file 18 and available for public inspection in the appropriate 19 offices of the Forest Service. 20
SEC. 5. ADMINISTRATION OF WILDERNESS AREAS AND AD-21
DITIONS. 22
(a) I N GENERAL.—Subject to valid existing rights, 23
the wilderness areas and additions shall be administered 24 by the Secretary in accordance with this section and the 25 VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:10 Jun 20, 2023 Jkt 039200 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 6652 Sfmt 6201 E:\BILLS\H3681.IH H3681pbinns on DSKJLVW7X2PROD with $$_JOB

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Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.), except that any 1 reference in that Act to the effective date of that Act shall 2 be considered to be a reference to the date of enactment 3 of this Act. 4
(b) F IRE MANAGEMENT AND RELATED ACTIVI-5
TIES.— 6
(1) IN GENERAL .—The Secretary may carry out 7
such activities in a wilderness area or addition as 8
are necessary for the control of fire, insects, or dis-9 eases in accordance with— 10
(A) section 4(d)(1) of the Wilderness Act 11
(16 U.S.C. 1133(d)(1)); and 12
(B) House Report 98–40 of the 98th Con-13
gress. 14
(2) FUNDING PRIORITIES .—Nothing in this Act 15
limits funding for fire or fuels management in a wil-16 derness area or addition. 17
(3) R EVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL 18
FIRE MANAGEMENT PLANS .—As soon as practicable 19
after the date of enactment of this Act, the Sec-20
retary shall amend, as applicable, any local fire man-21 agement plan that applies to a wilderness area or 22
addition. 23
(4) A DMINISTRATION.—In accordance with 24
paragraph (1) and any other applicable Federal law, 25
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to ensure a timely and efficient response to a fire 1
emergency in a wilderness area or addition, the Sec-2
retary shall— 3
(A) not later than 1 year after the date of 4
enactment of this Act, establish agency ap-5
proval procedures (including appropriate delega-6
tions of authority to the Forest Supervisor, Dis-7
trict Manager, or other agency officials) for re-8
sponding to fire emergencies; and 9
(B) enter into agreements with appropriate 10
State or local firefighting agencies. 11
(c) G RAZING.—The grazing of livestock in a wilder-12
ness area or addition, if established before the date of en-13 actment of this Act, shall be administered in accordance 14 with— 15
(1) section 4(d)(4) of the Wilderness Act (16 16
U.S.C. 1133(d)(4)); and 17
(2) the guidelines contained in Appendix A of 18
the report of the Committee on Interior and Insular 19
Affairs of the House of Representatives accom-20
panying H.R. 2570 of the 101st Congress (H. Rept. 21
101–405). 22
(d) FISH AND WILDLIFE.— 23
(1) I N GENERAL .—In accordance with section 24
4(d)(7) of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 25
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1133(d)(7)), nothing in this Act affects the jurisdic-1 tion or responsibility of the State with respect to 2
fish or wildlife on public land in the State. 3
(2) MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES .— 4
(A) I N GENERAL .—In support of the pur-5
poses and principles of the Wilderness Act (16 6
U.S.C. 1131 et seq.), the Secretary may con-7
duct any management activity that the Sec-8
retary determines to be necessary to maintain 9
or restore a fish or wildlife population or habi-10
tat in a wilderness area or addition, if the activ-11
ity is conducted in accordance with— 12
(i) applicable wilderness management 13
plans; and 14
(ii) appropriate policies, such as the 15
policies established in Appendix B of the 16
report of the Committee on Interior and 17
Insular Affairs of the House of Represent-18
atives accompanying H.R. 2570 of the 19
101st Congress (H. Rept. 101–405). 20
(B) I NCLUSIONS.—A management activity 21
under subparagraph (A) may include the occa-22
sional and temporary use of motorized vehicles, 23
if the use, as determined by the Secretary, 24
would maintain or improve wilderness char-25
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acter, is impossible to accomplish by non-1
motorized methods, and is in accordance with 2
memoranda of understanding between the Fed-3
eral agencies and the California State Depart-4
ment of Fish and Wildlife. 5
(C) E XISTING ACTIVITIES .—In accordance 6
with section 4(d)(1) of the Wilderness Act (16 7
U.S.C. 1133(d)(1)) and other appropriate poli-8
cies (such as the policies established in Appen-9
dix B of the report of the Committee on Inte-10
rior and Insular Affairs of the House of Rep-11
resentatives accompanying H.R. 2570 of the 12
101st Congress (H. Rept. 101–405)), the State 13
may use aircraft (including helicopters) in a 14
wilderness area or addition to survey, capture, 15
transplant, monitor, or provide water for a wild-16
life population, including bighorn sheep, if the 17
activity, as determined by the Secretary is im-18
possible to accomplish without use of aircraft, 19
and is in accordance with memoranda of under-20
standing between the Federal agencies and the 21
California State Department of Fish and Wild-22
life. 23
(e) BUFFER ZONES.— 24
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(1) I N GENERAL .—Nothing in this Act estab-1
lishes any protective perimeter or buffer zone around 2 a wilderness area or addition. 3
(2) ACTIVITIES OR USES UP TO BOUNDARIES .— 4
The fact that a nonwilderness activity or use can be 5
seen or heard from within a wilderness area or addi-6
tion shall not preclude the activity or use up to the 7 boundary of the wilderness area or addition. 8
(f) MILITARY ACTIVITIES.—Nothing in this Act pre-9
cludes— 10
(1) low-level overflights of military aircraft over 11
a wilderness area or addition; 12
(2) the designation of a new unit of special air-13
space over a wilderness area or addition; or 14
(3) the use or establishment of a military flight 15
training route over a wilderness area or addition. 16
(g) H ORSES.—Nothing in this Act precludes horse-17
back riding in, or the entry of recreational or commercial 18 saddle or pack stock into, a wilderness area or addition— 19 (1) in accordance with section 4(d)(5) of the 20
Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1133(d)(5)); and 21
(2) subject to such terms and conditions as the 22
Secretary determines to be necessary. 23
(h) L AW ENFORCEMENT.—Nothing in this Act pre-24
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within a wilderness area or addition, in accordance with 1 the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.). 2
(i) W ITHDRAWAL.—Subject to valid existing rights, 3
the wilderness areas and additions are withdrawn from— 4 (1) all forms of entry, appropriation, and dis-5
posal under the public land laws; 6
(2) location, entry, and patent under the mining 7
laws; and 8
(3) operation of the mineral materials and geo-9
thermal leasing laws. 10
(j) INCORPORATION OF ACQUIRED LAND AND INTER-11
ESTS.—Any land within the boundary of a wilderness area 12 or addition that is acquired by the United States shall— 13 (1) become part of the wilderness area or addi-14
tion in which the land is located; and 15
(2) be managed in accordance with this section, 16
the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.), and 17
any other applicable law (including regulations). 18
(k) C LIMATOLOGICAL DATA COLLECTION.—In ac-19
cordance with the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131 et seq.) 20 and subject to such terms and conditions as the Secretary 21 may prescribe, the Secretary may authorize the installa-22 tion and maintenance of hydrologic, meteorologic, or cli-23 matological collection devices in a wilderness area or addi-24 tion if the Secretary determines that the device and access 25 VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:10 Jun 20, 2023 Jkt 039200 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 6652 Sfmt 6201 E:\BILLS\H3681.IH H3681pbinns on DSKJLVW7X2PROD with $$_JOB

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to the device is essential to a flood warning, flood control, 1 or water reservoir operation activity. 2
(l) A UTHORIZED EVENT.—The Secretary may au-3
thorize the Angeles Crest 100 competitive running event 4 to continue in substantially the same manner in which the 5 event was operated and permitted in 2015 within the land 6 added to the Sheep Mountain Wilderness by section 7
4(a)(3) and the Pleasant View Ridge Wilderness Area des-8 ignated by section 1802(8) of the Omnibus Public Land 9 Management Act of 2009 (16 U.S.C. 1132 note; Public 10
Law 111–11; 123 Stat. 1054), if the event is authorized 11 and conducted in a manner compatible with the preserva-12 tion of the areas as wilderness. 13
SEC. 6. DESIGNATION OF WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS. 14
(a) D ESIGNATION.—Section 3(a) of the Wild and 15
Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1274(a)) is amended by add-16 ing at the end the following: 17
‘‘(231) EAST FORK SAN GABRIEL RIVER , CALI-18
FORNIA.—The following segments of the East Fork 19
San Gabriel River, to be administered by the Sec-20
retary of Agriculture in the following classes: 21
‘‘(A) The 10-mile segment from the con-22
fluence of the Prairie Fork and Vincent Gulch 23
to 100 yards upstream of the Heaton Flats 24
trailhead and day use area, as a wild river. 25
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‘‘(B) The 2.7-mile segment from 100 yards 1
upstream of the Heaton Flats trailhead and day 2
use area to 100 yards upstream of the con-3
fluence with Williams Canyon, as a recreational 4
river. 5
‘‘(232) NORTH FORK SAN GABRIEL RIVER , 6
CALIFORNIA.—The 4.3-mile segment of the North 7
Fork San Gabriel River from the confluence with 8
Cloudburst Canyon to 0.25 miles upstream of the 9
confluence with the West Fork San Gabriel River, to 10
be administered by the Secretary of Agriculture as 11
a recreational river. 12
‘‘(233) WEST FORK SAN GABRIEL RIVER , CALI-13
FORNIA.—The following segments of the West Fork 14
San Gabriel River, to be administered by the Sec-15
retary of Agriculture in the following classes: 16
‘‘(A) The 6.7-mile segment from 0.25 17
miles downstream of its source near Red Box 18
Gap in sec. 14, T. 2 N., R. 12 W., to the con-19
fluence with the unnamed tributary 0.25 miles 20
downstream of the power lines in sec. 22, T. 2 21
N., R. 11 W., as a recreational river. 22
‘‘(B) The 1.6-mile segment of the West 23
Fork from 0.25 miles downstream of the 24
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powerlines in sec. 22, T. 2 N., R. 11 W., to the 1
confluence with Bobcat Canyon, as a wild river. 2
‘‘(234) LITTLE ROCK CREEK , CALIFORNIA.— 3
The following segments of Little Rock Creek and 4
tributaries, to be administered by the Secretary of 5
Agriculture in the following classes: 6
‘‘(A) The 10.3-mile segment from its 7
source on Mt. Williamson in sec. 6, T. 3 N., R. 8
9 W., to 100 yards upstream of the confluence 9
with the South Fork Little Rock Creek, as a 10
wild river. 11
‘‘(B) The 6.6-mile segment from 100 yards 12
upstream of the confluence with the South Fork 13
Little Rock Creek to the confluence with 14
Santiago Canyon, as a recreational river. 15
‘‘(C) The 1-mile segment of Cooper Can-16
yon Creek from 0.25 miles downstream of 17
Highway 2 to 100 yards downstream of Cooper 18
Canyon Campground, as a scenic river. 19
‘‘(D) The 1.3-mile segment of Cooper Can-20
yon Creek from 100 yards downstream of Coo-21
per Canyon Campground to the confluence with 22
Little Rock Creek, as a wild river. 23
‘‘(E) The 1-mile segment of Buckhorn 24
Creek from 100 yards downstream of the 25
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Buckhorn Campground to its confluence with 1
Cooper Canyon Creek, as a wild river.’’. 2
(b) W ATER RESOURCE FACILITIES; W ATER USE.— 3
(1) WATER RESOURCE FACILITIES .— 4
(A) DEFINITIONS.—In this paragraph: 5
(i) WATER RESOURCE FACILITY .—The 6
term ‘‘water resource facility’’ means— 7
(I) an irrigation or pumping fa-8
cility; 9
(II) a dam or reservoir; 10
(III) a flood control facility; 11
(IV) a water conservation works 12
(including a debris protection facility); 13
(V) a sediment placement site; 14
(VI) a rain gauge or stream 15
gauge; 16
(VII) a water quality facility; 17
(VIII) a recycled water facility or 18
water pumping, conveyance, or dis-19
tribution system; 20
(IX) a water storage tank or res-21
ervoir; 22
(X) a water treatment facility; 23
(XI) an aqueduct, canal, ditch, 24
pipeline, well, hydropower project, or 25
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transmission or other ancillary facil-1
ity; 2
(XII) a groundwater recharge fa-3
cility; 4
(XIII) a water filtration plant; 5
and 6
(XIV) any other water diversion, 7
conservation, storage, or carriage 8
structure. 9
(ii) W ILD AND SCENIC RIVER SEG -10
MENT.—The term ‘‘wild and scenic river 11
segment’’ means a component of the na-12
tional wild and scenic rivers system des-13
ignated by paragraph (231), (232), (233), 14
or (234) of section 3(a) of the Wild and 15
Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1274(a)) (as 16
added by subsection (a)). 17
(B) N O EFFECT ON EXISTING WATER RE -18
SOURCE FACILITIES .—Nothing in this section 19
alters, modifies, or affects— 20
(i) the use, operation, maintenance, 21
repair, construction, destruction, reconfig-22
uration, expansion, relocation, or replace-23
ment of a water resource facility down-24
stream of a wild and scenic river segment, 25
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subject to the condition that the physical 1
structures of such a facility or reservoir 2
shall not be located within the wild and 3
scenic river segment; or 4
(ii) access to a water resource facility 5
downstream of a wild and scenic river seg-6
ment. 7
(C) N O EFFECT ON NEW WATER RE -8
SOURCE FACILITIES .—Nothing in this section 9
precludes the establishment of a new water re-10
source facility (including instream sites, routes, 11
and areas) downstream of a wild and scenic 12
river segment. 13
(2) LIMITATION.—Any new reservation of water 14
or new use of water pursuant to existing water 15
rights held by the United States to advance the pur-16
poses of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act 17
(16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) shall be for nonconsump-18
tive instream use only within the wild and scenic 19
river segments (as defined in paragraph (1)(A)). 20
(3) EXISTING LAW .—Nothing in this section af-21
fects the implementation of the Endangered Species 22
Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). 23
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SEC. 7. WATER RIGHTS. 1
(a) S TATUTORY CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this 2
Act, and no action carried out pursuant to this Act— 3
(1) constitutes an express or implied reservation 4
of any water or water right, or authorizes an expan-5
sion of water use pursuant to existing water rights 6
held by the United States, with respect to— 7
(A) the San Gabriel Mountains National 8
Monument; 9
(B) the wilderness areas and additions des-10
ignated by section 4; and 11
(C) the components of the national wild 12
and scenic rivers system designated by para-13
graphs (231), (232), (233), or (234) of section 14
3(a) of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 15
U.S.C. 1274(a)) (as added by section 6(a)) and 16
land adjacent to the components; 17
(2) affects, alters, modifies, or conditions any 18
water right in the State in existence on the date of 19 enactment of this Act, including any water rights 20
held by the United States; 21
(3) establishes a precedent with respect to any 22
designation of wilderness or wild and scenic rivers 23
after the date of enactment of this Act; 24
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(4) affects, alters, or modifies the interpretation 1
of, or any designation, decision, adjudication, or ac-2 tion carried out pursuant to, any other Act; or 3
(5) limits, alters, modifies, or amends any inter-4
state compact or equitable apportionment decree 5
that apportions water among or between the State 6
and any other State. 7
(b) S TATE WATER LAW.—The Secretary shall com-8
ply with applicable procedural and substantive require-9 ments under State law to obtain and hold any water rights 10 not in existence on the date of enactment of this Act with 11 respect to— 12
(1) the San Gabriel Mountains National Monu-13
ment; 14
(2) the wilderness areas and additions des-15
ignated by section 4; and 16
(3) the components of the national wild and 17
scenic rivers system designated by paragraphs (231), 18 (232), (233), or (234) of section 3(a) of the Wild 19
and Scenic Rivers Act (16 U.S.C. 1274(a)) (as 20
added by section 6(a)). 21
SEC. 8. REAUTHORIZATION OF EXISTING WATER FACILI-22
TIES IN PLEASANT VIEW RIDGE WILDERNESS. 23
(a) A UTHORIZATION FOR CONTINUED USE.—The 24
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tion to the owners of a water transport or diversion facility 1 (in this section referred to as a ‘‘facility’’) located on Na-2 tional Forest System land in the Pleasant View Ridge Wil-3 derness for the continued operation, maintenance, and re-4 construction of the facility if the Secretary determines 5 that— 6
(1) the facility was in existence on the date on 7
which the land upon which the facility is located was 8 designated as part of the National Wilderness Pres-9
ervation System (in this section referred to as ‘‘the 10 date of designation’’); 11
(2) the facility has been in substantially contin-12
uous use to deliver water for the beneficial use on 13
the owner’s non-Federal land since the date of des-14
ignation; 15
(3) the owner of the facility holds a valid water 16
right for use of the water on the owner’s non-Fed-17
eral land under California State law, with a priority 18 date that predates the date of designation; and 19
(4) it is not practicable or feasible to relocate 20
the facility to land outside of the wilderness and 21
continue the beneficial use of water on the non-Fed-22
eral land recognized under State law. 23
(b) TERMS AND CONDITIONS.— 24
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(1) R EQUIRED TERMS AND CONDITIONS .—In a 1
special use authorization issued under subsection 2
(a), the Secretary may— 3
(A) allow use of motorized equipment and 4
mechanized transport for operation, mainte-5
nance, or reconstruction of a facility, if the Sec-6
retary determines that— 7
(i) the use is the minimum necessary 8
to allow the facility to continue delivery of 9
water to the non-Federal land for the ben-10
eficial uses recognized by the water right 11
held under California State law; and 12
(ii) the use of non-motorized equip-13
ment and non-mechanized transport is im-14
practicable or infeasible; and 15
(B) prohibit use of the facility for the di-16
version or transport of water in excess of the 17
water right recognized by the State of Cali-18
fornia on the date of designation. 19
(2) D ISCRETIONARY TERMS AND CONDI -20
TIONS.—In a special use authorization issued under 21
subsection (a), the Secretary may require or allow 22
modification or relocation of the facility in the wil-23 derness, as the Secretary determines necessary, to 24
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tion 2 of the Wilderness Act (16 U.S.C. 1131) if the 1
beneficial use of water on the non-Federal land is 2
not diminished. 3
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Attachment: H.R. 3681 - Bill Text (Legislation: AB 474, AB 701, AB 1308, ACR 92, SB 450, HR 2887, HR 3681, S. 1466, and S. 1776) II
118TH CONGRESS
1ST SESSION S. 1466
To adjust the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the Valley Corridor, and for other purposes.

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
MAY 4, 2023
Mr. P ADILLA (for himself, Mrs. F EINSTEIN, and Mr. P ADILLA)) introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
A BILL
To adjust the boundary of the Santa Monica Mountains
National Recreation Area to include the Rim of the
Valley Corridor, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-1
tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, 2 SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. 3
This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Rim of the Valley Cor-4
ridor Preservation Act’’. 5
SEC. 2. BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT. 6
Section 507(c) of the National Parks and Recreation 7
Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 460kk(c)) is amended by striking 8 paragraph (1) and inserting the following: 9
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‘‘(1) BOUNDARY.— 1
‘‘(A) IN GENERAL .—The recreation area 2
shall consist of— 3
‘‘(i) the land, water, and interests in 4
land and water generally depicted as the 5
recreation area on the map entitled ‘Santa 6
Monica Mountains National Recreation 7
Area and Santa Monica Mountains Zone, 8
California, Boundary Map’, numbered 9
80,047–C, and dated August 2001; and 10
‘‘(ii) the land, water, and interests in 11
land and water, as generally depicted as 12
‘Proposed Addition’ on the map entitled 13
‘Rim of the Valley Unit—Santa Monica 14
Mountains National Recreation Area’, 15
numbered 638/147,723, and dated April 16
2023. 17
‘‘(B) AVAILABILITY OF MAPS .—The maps 18
described in subparagraph (A) shall be on file 19
and available for public inspection in the appro-20
priate offices of the National Park Service. 21
‘‘(C) REVISIONS.—After advising the Com-22
mittee on Energy and Natural Resources of the 23
Senate and the Committee on Natural Re-24
sources of the House of Representatives, in 25
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writing, of the proposed revision, the Secretary 1
may make minor revisions to the boundaries of 2
the recreation area by publication of a revised 3
drawing or other boundary description in the 4
Federal Register.’’. 5
SEC. 3. ADMINISTRATION. 6
Any land or interest in land acquired by the Secretary 7 of the Interior within the Rim of the Valley Unit shall 8 be administered as part of the Santa Monica Mountains 9 National Recreation Area (referred to in this Act as the 10 ‘‘National Recreation Area’’) in accordance with the laws 11 (including regulations) applicable to the National Recre-12 ation Area. 13
SEC. 4. UTILITIES AND WATER RESOURCE FACILITIES. 14
The addition of the Rim of the Valley Unit to the 15
National Recreation Area shall not affect the operation, 16 maintenance, or modification of water resource facilities 17 or public utilities within the Rim of the Valley Unit, except 18 that any utility or water resource facility activities in the 19 Rim of the Valley Unit shall be conducted in a manner 20 that reasonably avoids or reduces the impact of the activi-21 ties on resources of the Rim of the Valley Unit. 22
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Agenda Item: 7

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: SECOND READING - UDC AMENDMENT - TO ESTABLISH

REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE

PLANNING PERIODS
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
PRESENTER: Erika Iverson

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council waive reading of the text and consent to read by title only, as listed on the agenda, and adopt an ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR SITES

IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE PLANNING PERIODS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN IN EXHIBIT A.”

BACKGROUND

On June 27, 2023, the City Council approved an Amendment to the City’s sixth cycle Housing Element Update. The Amendment has been sent to the state Department of Housing and Community Development for final certification.

In conjunction with the Amendment to the Housing Element Update on June 27, 2023, the City Council also voted unanimously to introduce, and pass to a second reading, Master Case 23-006 including an ordinance to establish regulations for sites identified in multiple planning periods, for the purposes of implementing Program HP-1.14 of the sixth cycle Housing Element Update, and comply with state law. This UDC Amendment is the first implementation action for a program in the sixth cycle Housing Element Update.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other action as determined by the City Council.

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FISCAL IMPACT

Approval of the proposed Unified Development Code Amendments would eliminate the requirement for a use permit (conditional or minor) for qualifying affordable housing projects on specific parcels that have been included in the sites inventory for previous Housing Element cycles and thus eliminate the collection of a fee for the use permit in these instances. Any new development would still be subject to the Development Review (DR) application process and applicable DR application fees would be collected.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance
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ORDINANCE 23-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA,

CALIFORNIA, TO ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR SITES IDENTIFIED IN MULTIPLE

PLANNING PERIODS, AMENDING THE UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AS SHOWN

IN EXHIBIT A

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. FINDINGS OF FACT. The City Council does hereby make the following findings of fact:

A. Assembly Bill (AB) 1397 went into effect January 1, 2018, and amended the Housing Element Law (state law), specifically Government Code sections 65580, 65583, and 65583.2; and

B. AB 1397 added new requirements for streamlining the permitting of affordable housing projects with at least 20 percent of units allocated for lower-income households on sites included in previous Housing Elements that are reused in the updated sites inventory; and

C. On May 10, 2022, the City Council adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element; and

D. The adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element included Program HP-1.13 in order to comply with state law, which would amend the Unified Development Code (UDC) to specify the by-right approval requirements for those specific [sites that have been listed as suitable sites for affordable housing development in previous Housing Elements, if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower-income households]; consistent with AB 1397; and

E. The proposed amendments are incorporated by reference as Exhibit A; and

F. The proposed amendments implement Program HP-1.13 of the 2021-2029 Housing Element; and

G. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on this issue commencing on February 21, 2023, at, or after, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California; and

H. At the hearing described above, the Planning Commission considered a staff presentation, the staff report, and public testimony on the proposed amendments, and in a 4-1 vote, recommended the City Council approve Master Case 23-006, Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001; and

I. The project was duly noticed in accordance with the public hearing noticing requirements

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of the UDC, and a one-eighth page advertisement was placed in The Signal Newspaper on June 6, 2023; and

J. The City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this issue commencing on June 27, 2023, at, or after, 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 23920 Valencia Boulevard, Santa Clarita, California; and

K. At the hearing described above, the City Council considered a staff presentation, the staff report, and public testimony on the proposed amendments, and introduced and passed the ordinance to a second reading on July 11, 2023.

SECTION 2. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT FINDINGS. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings, the City Council hereby finds as follows:

A. A Notice of Exemption for this project was prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and

B. The project is exempt from CEQA under Article 5 Section 15061(b)(3), the common- sense exemption. The activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.

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, the activity is not subject to CEQA; and

C. The documents and other material which constitute the record of proceedings upon which the decision of the Planning Commission is made is the Master Case 23-006 project file located within the Community Development Department and is in the custody of the Director of Community Development; and

D. Based upon the findings set forth above, the City Council hereby finds the Notice of Exemption for this project has been prepared in compliance with CEQA.

SECTION 3. GENERAL FINDINGS FOR MASTER CASE 23-006. Based on the foregoing facts and findings for Master Case 23-006, the City Council hereby finds as follows:

A. The proposal is consistent with the General Plan;

The amendments are consistent with the General Plan 2021-2029 Housing Element adopted by the City Council in May 2022. Specifically, the amendments are consistent with Housing Element Goal H1, and will implement Housing Element Program HP-1.13 to ensure the City’s compliance with Government Code § 65583:

Goal H1: Identify and maintain adequate sites to accommodate the City’s regional housing need through the planning period.

Program HP-1.13: Sites Identified in Multiple Planning Periods.

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Government Code § 65583 requires analysis and justification of the sites included in the sites inventory of the City’s Housing Element. The Housing Element may only count non-vacant sites included in one previous Housing Element inventory and vacant sites included in two previous Housing Elements if the sites are subject to a program that allows affordable housing by right. The Unified Development Code will be amended for housing sites used for multiple Housing Elements and allow by-right approval requirements if at least 20 percent of units are affordable to lower income households to ensure compliance with Government Code § 65583.

B. The proposal is allowed within the applicable underlying zone and complies with all other applicable provisions of this code;

The amendments comply with the provisions of the UDC. The proposed amendments would not change the General Plan land use or Zoning designation for any properties. No changes to the development densities or development regulations are proposed.

C. The proposal will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or general welfare, or be materially detrimental or injurious to the improvements, persons, property, or uses in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located; and

Nothing contained in the proposed amendments would endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the public. The proposed amendments consist of updates to the UDC that are intended to implement the programs outlined in the 2021-2029 Housing Element and maintain compliance with recent updates to Housing Element laws.

D. The proposal is physically suitable for the site. The factors related to the proposal’s physical suitability for the site shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. The design, location, shape, size, and operating characteristics are suitable for the proposed use;

2. The highways or streets that provide access to the site are of sufficient width and are improved as necessary to carry the kind and quantity of traffic such proposal would generate;

3. Public protection service (e.g., Fire protection, Sheriff protection, etc.) are readily available;

4. The provision of utilities (e.g. potable water, schools, solid waste collection and disposal, storm drainage, wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal, etc.) is adequate to serve the site.

The proposal is physically suitable for the site in terms of location, shape, size, and operating characteristics. The amendments specify by-right approval requirements for

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certain affordable housing projects on specific sites (those non-vacant sites included in one previous Housing Element sites inventory, and those vacant sites included in two previous Housing Elements) as mandated by state law. No development is proposed or would be approved by the amendments, and any future development that may occur under the revised amendments would require separate development permit reviews at the time the projects are submitted. The City currently receives adequate service from the Los Angeles County Fire Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The project area is likewise served by all applicable utilities. Nothing in the proposed amendments would increase the need for fire or sheriff protection services, or increase demand for utilities.

SECTION 4. ADDITIONAL FINDINGS FOR UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 21-003. Based upon the foregoing facts and findings for UDC 21-003, the City Council hereby find as follows:

A. The amendment is consistent with the adjacent area, if applicable;

The proposed amendments would apply to properties across the City and are consistent with the existing General Plan Land Use and Zoning designation. No changes to the General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map are proposed.

B. The amendment is consistent with the principles of the General Plan;

Goal H1: Identify and maintain adequate sites to accommodate the City’s regional housing need through the planning period.

Program HP-1.13: Sites Identified in Multiple Planning Periods.

C. Approval of the amendment will be in the interest of public health, convenience, safety,

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and general welfare and in conformity with good zoning practice;

The amendments support the public health, convenience, safety, and general welfare of the community, and is in conformity with good zoning practice because the proposed amendments would implement one of the General Plan Housing Element Programs to ensure compliance with state law.

D. The amendment is consistent with other applicable provisions of this code; and

The amendments are consistent with the UDC and would not change the General Plan Land Use Map or Zoning Map, and would not alter the development densities or development regulations of the code.

E. Is necessary to implement the General Plan and/or that the public convenience, the general welfare or good zoning practice justifies such action.

The amendments are necessary in order to implement the General Plan, more specifically, to implement the General Plan’s 2021-2029 Housing Element in compliance with state law.

SECTION 5. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Santa Clarita, California, as follows:

Adopt Ordinance 23-__, approving Master Case 23-006, consisting of Unified Development Code Amendment 23-001, amending the Unified Development Code to establish regulations for sites identified in multiple planning periods, as shown in Exhibit A.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of July, 2023.

_____________________________________
MAYOR
ATTEST:

_________________________________________

CITY CLERK

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA )

I, Mary Cusick, City Clerk of the City of Santa Clarita, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 23- was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 27th day of June 2023. That thereafter, said ordinance was duly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 11th day of July 2023, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:

AND I FURTHER CERTIFY that the foregoing is the original of Ordinance No. 23- and was published in The Signal newspaper in accordance with State Law (G.C. 40806).

______________________________

CITY CLERK

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EXHIBIT A

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PROPOSED AMENDMENTS – REDLINE/STRIKETHROUGH
Note that new proposed language is shown in blue underline.

Amendments to Definitions

The Unified Development Code (UDC) is amended at Section 17.11.020 (Definitions) to add a definition for lower-income households in its alphabetic location, to read as follows:

"Lower-income households” means persons and families whose income does not exceed the qualifying limits for lower-income families as established and amended from time to time pursuant to Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, and includes very-low income households and extremely-low income households, as defined in Section 50079.5 of the California Health and Safety Code, and as may be later amended.

Amendments to Mixed Use Corridor (MXC) Zone

17.35.010 (Mixed Use Corridor (MXC) Zone)

A. Development Standards. Property in the MXC zone shall be subject to the following general development standards:

1. Maximum density (units per gross acre) 30

2. Minimum density (units per gross acre)1 11

3. Maximum floor area ratio (FAR) of nonresidential component 1.0

4. Minimum floor area ratio (FAR) of nonresidential component1 0.25

5. Building setback from public right-of-way (major or secondary highway) (in feet) 5

6. Building setback from public right-of-way (not on a major or secondary highway) (in feet) 0

7. Surface-level parking setback from major/secondary highway (in feet) 10/5

8. Structure setback from neighboring residential zones or uses (in feet)2 25

9. Maximum height of building/structure without a CUP (in feet) 50 Notes:

1. Floor area ratios and densities less than the minimum required shall be subject to a minor use permit, except that a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower- income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2811- 002-069 and 2836-011-018.

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Amendments to Residential Use Types

17.42.010 (Residential Use Types)

4. Dwelling
c. Multifamily—includes a building designed and intended for occupancy by three (3) or more families living independently of each other, each in a separate dwelling unit, which may be owned individually or by a single landlord. Includes apartments, townhomes, row houses, triplexes, and fourplexes. Accessible parking stalls shall be required in accordance with the Building Code.

NU1 NU2 NU3 NU4 NU5 UR1 UR2 UR3 UR4 UR5 CR CC CN BP I
X X X X X X X P P P M* C C X X
*Notwithstanding the above, a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower-income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2861-058-072, 2861-058-073, 2861-058-074, 2861-058-075, 2861-058-076, 2861-058-077, 2861-058-079, 2861-058-080, 2861-058-081, 2861-058-082, 2861-058-083, 2861- 058-084, 2861-058-085, and 2861-058-071.

Amendments to Corridor Plan (CP) Zone

17.37.010 (Corridor Plan (CP) Zone)

The corridor plan (CP) zoning designation identifies lands in the planning area that are governed by an adopted corridor plan. Specific allowable uses, maximum intensity standards, and development standards shall be determined by the adopted corridor plan.

For any properties rezoned CP prior to the final adoption of a corridor plan, development of such properties shall be governed by the underlying General Plan land use designation and the corresponding zone’s development standards.

Notwithstanding the above, a multifamily project that includes at least 20% of total project units as affordable to lower-income households shall be permitted without need for use permit on any of the following parcels: 2844-001-046, 2844-001-033, 2830-001-214, 2830-001-208, 2830-001- 051, 2830-001-043, 2830-001-042, 2830-001-027, 2830-001-215, 2830-001-036, 2830-001-015, 2830-001-029, 2803-032-001, 2803-032-026, 2803-032-034, 2803-032-035, 2803-032-042, 2803-032-043, 2825-015-015, and 2844-001-072.

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Agenda Item: 8

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: FIFTH AMENDMENT TO REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT

WITH CCATT LLC
DEPARTMENT: Neighborhood Services
PRESENTER: Susan Nelson

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

1. Approve the Fifth Amendment with CCATT LLC.

2. Increase anticipated revenues for Fiscal Year 2023-24 by $6,000 in revenue account 100- 401204 Franchise Agreement-Other.

3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents subject to City Attorney approval.

BACKGROUND

The City of Santa Clarita (City) took ownership of 136.4 acres of open space property, known as Round Mountain (Open Space), in 2012. The Open Space property came with an existing communications facility and associated equipment, which was installed in 1995 under a Revocable License Agreement between The Newhall Land and Farming Company and the Los Angeles Cellular Telephone Company. The Round Mountain Open Space, and associated communications tower, is located in a non-residential area adjacent to the Valencia Industrial Center.

The Revocable License Agreement had undergone four amendments before City ownership of the Open Space. Each amendment was requested by CCATT LLC (CCATT), an AT&T parent company that purchased the Los Angeles Cellular Telephone Company, and executed as follows:

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• The Second Amendment was in July 1997, for the installation of an additional antenna resulting in the monthly payment being increased to $2,000 a month by CCATT and a 5 percent annual increase.

• The Third Amendment was in August 1997, and allowed the installation of additional equipment.
• The Fourth Amendment in March 2005 increased the payment to $2,544 a month with an annual 5 percent increase and extended the agreement to February 1, 2034.

A new amendment has been requested by CCATT LLC. Under the terms of the proposed Fifth Amendment of the Revocable License Agreement. Based on comparable agreements, the City will receive an additional $500 monthly in revenue for installing and using new Dish Network antenna and equipment. The current monthly lease amount is $3,564 and will increase to $4,064.

The annual 5 percent increase towards monthly payment will occur until the agreement expires on February 1, 2034. Per municipal code chapter 17.69, wireless communications facilities and satellite dish antennas can add additional equipment to existing equipment, reducing the need to build more and new towers. The project is a co-location of the Dish Network equipment onto an existing wireless communications facility. The project is subject to any required planning entitlements and building permits.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

Increase annual revenues by $6,000 including an annual increase by 5 percent, to account 100- 401204 Franchise Agreement-Other.

ATTACHMENTS
CCATT LLC at Round Mountain Open Space (Site Map)
Fifth Amendment (available in the City Clerk's Reading File) 8 Packet Pg. 142
CCATT LLC at Round Mountain OS
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Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. The City of Santa Clarita does not warrant the accuracy of the data and assumes no liability for any errors or omissions.

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Agenda Item: 9

CITY OF SANTA CLARITA

AGENDA REPORT

CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY MANAGER APPROVAL:

DATE: July 11, 2023
SUBJECT: DRAINAGE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT AREAS 3 AND 24

GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTING CONTRACTS
DEPARTMENT: Neighborhood Services
PRESENTER: Darin Seegmiller

RECOMMENDED ACTION

City Council:

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all contracts and associated documents, subject to City Attorney approval.

BACKGROUND

The City of Santa Clarita (City) administers 15 Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas (DBAA) throughout the City. Each DBAA prevents groundwater from rising to maintain slope stability or provides flooding control within a specific area. The DBAA are funded through assessments generated by property owners who benefit directly from the drainage infrastructure, and the funds are used for the operation and maintenance of equipment and fixtures that remove groundwater to maintain slope stability.

DBAA 3

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disrepair, with only three actively draining the landmass.

However, the report also established that all of the hydraugers are currently well above the local groundwater level and are not actively dewatering the landmass as initially designed and intended. It is recommended that the site be re-evaluated using additional field exploration and laboratory and field testing of soil and bedrock samples to provide recommendations as needed to drain the landmass.

On May 22, AES submitted a proposal in the amount of $55,000 for the above evaluation and repair services. AES is being recommended, as allowable under public contract code and purchasing policy as a single source firm for DBAA 3 services due to their exhaustive, historical knowledge specific to the project. Furthermore, staff is also requesting a one-time appropriation of $55,000 in DBAA reserves to support the award of contract.

DBAA 24

The DBAA 24 is located on Plum Canyon Road and Via Joyce Drive. A recent technical memorandum by Geosyntec Consultants (Geosyntec) recommended video surveys of a selection of wells to confirm current conditions. The videos would be reviewed to determine well integrity and, if necessary, repairs required to ensure their proper function.

On March 17, Geosyntec submitted a scope of work proposal in the amount of $46,000 for the above evaluation services, including the creation of technical specifications for the redevelopment of the wells for future project bidding. Because Geosyntec has provided the City with DBAA engineering, permit, and report consulting for over 15 years, and because their most recent contract was specific to DBAA 24 consulting services, purchasing staff recognized them as a single source firm for this project in accordance with the public contract code and the City’s purchasing policy. As a result, staff recommends awarding Geosyntec a contract in the amount of $46,000. Furthermore, staff is also requesting a one-time appropriation of $46,000 in DBAA reserves to support the award of contract.

ALTERNATIVE ACTION

Other action as determined by the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT

There is no impact to the General Fund. There are sufficient reserves in DBAA Fund Balance (Fund 351) to support the recommended action.

ATTACHMENTS
Applied Earth Sciences Scope of Work
Geosyntec Scope of Work
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GEOTECHNICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

May 22, 2023
Proposal No. 23151R2
AES Project No. 22-489-22
City of Santa Clarita
Environmental Services
23920 Valencia Blvd. Suite 295
Santa Clarita, CA 91355-2196
661-286-4058, [email protected]

Attention: Ms. Kelly Kacmar

Subject: Revised Proposal #2 – Proposed Geotechnical Diagnostic Investigation For Re-Evaluation of Site Slope Stability, Hydraulic Conductivity of Soils, And For Consideration of New Groundwater Dewatering Wells APN Nos. 2802-037-028, 2802-037-029
Lot 1 and Portion of Lot 2, Tract 36496
28085 Whites Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91351

Ladies/Gentlemen:

INTRODUCTION

As requested, and following our telephone con versation and email correspondence, we are pleased to submit this revised proposal to perform the subject investigation, described further below.

PROJECT CONSIDERATIONS

This office issued a repo rt of Geologic Assessment o f 16 Existing Hydraugers at the Monterra Ridge Apartments, also known as the Drainage Benefit Assessment Area 3, on 1/31/2023.

In our report we established that the 16 hydraugers are in various states of disrepair with only 3 actively draining the landmass . We also established that all of the hydraugers are currently well above the local groundwater level, and as such are not actively dewatering the landmass as originally designed/intended. In our report we recommended that the site slope stability be re -evaluated, since the original ev aluation and geologic site characterization of the site as underlain by an ancient landslide was determined to be very conservative at best, to possibly erroneous . After completion of the field exploration, we intend to re -evaluate the gross and seismic slope stability factors of safety of the slopes surrounding the building pad, with specific regard to the existing groundwater levels.

In our report we recommended a diagnostic geotechnical investigation to re -evaluate the site geologic model, run the slope stability analyses again using additional field exploration and laboratory and field testing of soil and bedrock samples, and provide additional recommendations as needed to drain the landmass below the apartment building s, which was the original intention of the 16 hydraugers recommended, designed and installed in 1984 as part of original site development.

For a detailed discussion of our prior findings and recommendations please see pages 68 -72 of our 1/31/2023 report.

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At this time, we recommend a comprehensive geotechnical field and laboratory exploration program of the existing site, re -evaluation of the slope stability model, a perfunctory prior permit and correspondence documentation /records for observation records of damage (if any) from Northridge earthquake on the existing buildings or slopes , and recommendations for installation of new groundwater pumping wells and/or new hydraug ers to replace the broken hydraugers as reported in our original report. In the case t hat the revised site slope stability model s indicate that adequate factors of sa fety already exist at the site without lowerin g the existing groundwater levels , we will report accordingly and there may not be any need for additional mitigation measures.

We recommend advancing a total of 6 new geotechnical borings to depths ranging from ~40’ to ~80’, 3 of which will be drilled by hol low-stem auger to facilitate groundwater pumping tests using 2” PVC pipe and pump, and 3 of which will be drilled by large-diameter 24” bucket auger drill rig to groundwater level to facilitate downhole logging of the boreholes and close in-situ examination of the subsurface materials. This latter drilling technique will allow us to de termine the accuracy of the original site characterization with particular respect to the landslide debris that was previ ously characterized to under lie the site . All of the bo reholes will be advanced to the current groundwater level and possibly lower.

We also plan to ad vance 4 hand-dug test holes to depths ranging from 6 ’ to 10’ along the descending slopes below the building pad, to facilitate gross and surficial slope stability analysis.

In addition, several lab oratory tests will be performed on the collected soil , slide debris and bedrock samples, for geologic site characterization, per meability and hydraulic condu ctivity of the groundwater-bearing layers, and suitability of site for dewatering wells.

Each of the tes t holes will be sampled at regular intervals of depth and at chan ges in the subsurface materials. The samples will then be tested in the laboratory to de termine the engineering properties of the subsurface soils. Laboratory testing may include, but not nec essarily be limited to the following:

1) Moisture and Density
2) Direct Shear
3) Consolidation
4) Expansion
5) Permeability and Hydraulic Conductivity

The soil data obtained from the field and laboratory testing program will be evaluated.

Engineering evaluation and a nalysis will be performed. Consultation with the involved design professionals will be provided during all phases of investigation and prior to the written report preparation. Our final reports will include the following items:

1. A site plan showing surface geology and the location of test holes;

2. Preparation of cross-sections showing subsurface condition;

3. A discussion of the materials encountered in the test holes and their engineering properties;

4. Graphical log of the e xploratory test pits summarizing the subsurface conditions encountered and the results of laboratory testing;

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3 5. Presentation of the results of laboratory testing in a form of plots;

6. Providing a detailed description of laboratory testing procedure;

7. Evaluation of slope stability;

8. Recommendations for temporary excavations/shoring;

9. Discussion of liquefaction potential at the site;

10. Determination of seismic risk (near source) factors;

11. Recommendations for design construction of foundations and any settlement effects due to structural loads;

12. Recommendations for lateral design;

13. Recommendations for site grading;

14. Recommendations for site surface drainage;

15. Recommendations for earth retaining structures; and

16. Recommendations for concrete grade slabs.

PROJECT COSTS AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

We estimate that the wor k as described above will cost NOT TO EXCEED $55,000 to complete, including drilling and test hole excavation cost, groundwater pumping well installation cost, mobilization/demobilization, laboratory testing fees, engineering and geologic analysis, draftin g of geologic map and cross sections, and completion of geotechnical diagnostic investigation report. This estimate is based on Prevailing Wage rates for public works projects.

Note: the budget above is an estimate only. Actual costs may vary based on unfo reseen f ield conditions. The final total will be based on actual costs.

This proposal and s cope of work does not include con sultation during the actual repair work .

Future consultation and coordination work with the chosen contrac tor will be scoped at a l ater phase based on time and materials.

This scope of work proposal includes meetings and/or conference cal ls with city or coun ty reviewers during the duration of our evaluation work and preparation of report and scope of work.

If needed, additional consultation services will be billed on a time and materials basis.

We request that th e payment schedules be based on the following: $10,000 deposit to cover initial planning and preparation, $10,000 paya ble prior to field mobilization, $10,000 payable at compl etion of field exploration work, and the remainder due when the report is completed.

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The scope of w ork presented abo ve can be scheduled s hortly after receiving written authorization from the client to proceed. We anticipate a preparation period of approximately 10-20 days, followed by one to two weeks of drilling, field exploration, and groundwater well pumping work. The report will follow within 6-8 weeks after completion of field exploration and laboratory testing work. A draft of our report will be shared with the city for review and comment prior to finalization.

TERMS OF AGREEMENT

This proposal acts as a contract between Applied Soil Technology, dba C.M. Applied Earth Sciences (heretofore referred as AES) and the undersigned Client. By signing be low, the Client agre es to the following terms and conditions:

1. AES does its utmost to present the results of investigations in a pr ompt manner based on the timeline estimated in this proposal/contract. However, due to the nature and sc ope of the work involved, the timeline is not guaranteed and only serves as a guideline.

2. The retainer/deposit payment is due at project initiation. Larger pr ojects will require progress payments. All outstanding balances due must be paid before final re sults and recommendations are released to Client. Reports and/or design are not issued on credit.

3. Plan review, stamp and signature; su pplements and addendum s; inspect ions; and field observation services are not included in this contract an d will be perf ormed under a separat e contract according to our current fee schedule.

4. AES makes no guarantees regarding the approval of t he report by r egulatory agencies. An y additional correspondence, information, and/or further comments requested by said agencies may result in additional fees, based on time and materials.

5. Changes or alteration s to o ur recommendations as a result of chan ge-orders and changes to plans are subject to additional fees, based on time and materials.

6. AES’ total liability to C lient for any and all injuries, cla ims, losses, expense s o r damages whatsoever arising out of or in any way related to this Agreement fro m any cause or causes, including but not limit ed to AES’ negligence, er rors, omissions, strict liability, or breach of contract shall not exceed the total amount of this Contract.

7. AES and Client agree that the discovery of unanticipated hazardous materia ls constitutes a change in the condi tion of th e j ob site mandating a re negotiation of the scope of work or termination of the project . If unanticipated h azardous materials a re encountered at the Site, AES may be required by law to report the Site’s condit ions to an app ropriate Governmental Agency and shall be held harmless in its legal obligations.

8. It shoul d be noted that propertie s are sometimes under lain by complex geol ogic conditions (ancient landslides, deep fill, fault lines, etc.). Any additional investigation beyond the scope of work as out lined in this proposal/contract and/or meetings attendant with the Governmental

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5 Agencies will be performed o n the basis of time and materials and in accord ance w ith our current fee schedule. Before a dditional work is perf ormed, we will consult you to recei ve supplemental authorization.

9. In the performance of the scope of work indicated above, AES will take reasonable precautions to avoid damaging buried structures and utilities, by calling DIG Alert to mark utilities in area of field work prior to field w ork, as required by law . Client assumes all li ability for cl aims arising out of bu ried structures and utilit ies that were not ca lled to AES’ attention, which were no t properly located on plans furnished to AES or which were not properly located by locating companies called to the site by or on behalf of Client to i dentify such structures and utilities.

AES is no t responsible for m arkings made by utility companies, or damage c aused by markings by utility companies.

10. Client agrees to provide for AES’ right to enter from time to ti me property owned by Client and/or others in order for AES to ful fill the scope of wor k indicated above. This right to enter shall also apply to utility companies who are called out to site by or on behalf of client to mark utilities in area of work.

11. Client agrees that all origina l documents an d drawings produced by AES in accor dance with this agreem ent, except documents which are required to be f iled with public agencies, shall remain the property of AES.

12. This proposal is valid for up to one month from date of proposal.

13. After commencement of the project (receipt of signed agreement and payment of initial deposit), the project file will be active for a 3-month period. Soil and rock samples collected during field investigations will be retained until the end of the 3 -month period . If applicable plans for the proposed i mprovements are not provided by the Client within that 3-month span, or if the projec t i s delayed or put on hold by the client for any reason beyond the 3 -month period, additional charges will apply to reactiv ate the file and/or retrieve additional soil an d bedrock samples as needed.

14. Unpermitted excavations and/or unpermitted construction th at are not brought to AES’s attention during initial scoping of the project, or that are noted during subsequent site visits that were not indicated earlier , represent changes to the scope of work that will result in additional charges to provide recommendations for remediation.

15. The parties hereto agree that this Agreement supersedes all existing agreements between the Client and Consultant AES, whether oral, written, expressed or implied, and contains the entire understanding and agreement between the pa rties. This Agreement shall n ot be amended, modified, or superseded in any respect except by a subsequent written agreement entered into by both parties hereto.

16. The Client and Consultant AES agree that any dispute or controversy arising out of, relating t o or in connection with the int erpretation, validity, construction, performance, breach or termination of this Agreement shall be settled by binding arbitration to be h eld in accordance with the Commercial Arb itration Rules of the American Arbitration Asso ciation. The Client and Consultant shall and separately pay one -half of the costs and expenses of such arbitration, including counsel’s fees and expenses, unless otherwise required by law.

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Thank you for the opportunity to be of service on this project. If you have any questions regarding this proposal, please call the undersig ned. If it is acceptable as written, please sign where indicated and return a copy of t his proposal to us along with the re tainer as our official approval to proceed with the investigation.

Respectfully submitted,
Applied Earth Sciences

_______________________________ May 22, 2023
Shant Minas Date
Principle Geologist, Managing Partner
PG, EG

Approved By:

_______________________________ _________________
Name & Title Date

SM/la
Distribution: (2)

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PH 626.449-0664
www.geosyntec.com

17 March 2023

Ms. Kelly Kacmar
Environmental Services Project Technician
City of Santa Clarita
23920 Valencia Blvd., Suite 200
Santa Clarita, CA 91355-2196

Subject: Investigation of Drainage Benefit Assessment Areas (DBAA) 24 Well Repair/Replacement Evaluation – Proposal

Dear Ms. Kacmar,
The City of Santa Clarita (“City”) is interested in an assessment of the current status of the wells included in the DB AA24 with respect to well st ructure condition and possible repairs or replacements. Geosyntec has prepared this proposal to conduct a well condition investigation, recommendations for well rehabilitation, re pairs, or replacements and provide technical specifica tions to support the bidding process for the recommended scopes of work.

Background
In late 2022 and early 2023, Ge osyntec Consultants Inc. (Geosyntec) provided evaluation of groundwater monitoring well s for DBAA 24, including a review of historical construction records, water level, and well depth measurements for each well collected between 1993 and 2022, based on data provided by the City. Each of the wells displayed a significant fluctuation (>10 feet) in measured depth to the bottom of the well casing, with exception of MW-25. Based on that analysis Geosyntec proposed further investigation to understand the integrity of the wells including conducting downhole video surveys in selected wells.

Five wells were recommended based on inco nsistencies in measured well depths. In addition, one to two wells that show less variation in measured well depths were recommended for video surveys to evaluate the intact well construction.

Proposed Scope of Work
Geosyntec’s strategy will be to conduct video logs on fi ve wells – MW-10, MW-11, MW-13, MW-20 and MW-23 – to understand the current st ate of casing structural integrity, as well as two wells expected to be intact – MW-2 and MW-14 – to evaluate typical well construction.

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March 17, 2023

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