3. Based upon the evidence from the public hearing, consider adopting Resolution P25-13, certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2202030626) prepared for the project;
4. Consider adopting Resolution P25-14, approving the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project under Master Case 20-238, including Architectural Design Review 20-023; Conditional Use Permit 20-005; Development Review 20-017; Minor Use Permit 20-013; Oak Tree Permit (Class 4) 425-004; and Tentative Tract Map 83295, subject to the conditions of approval; and
5. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Erika Iverson, Senior Planner, presented on the item.
The public comment portion of the continued public hearing was opened at 6:16 p.m.
Tom Clark, the applicant, and his team presented on the item.
Commissioner Keith asked about the timing of a Lot Line Adjustment for the parcel with a developed parking lot for the neighboring fitness gym. Glenn Adamick, of the applicant team, responded that it would be initiated if the Planning Commission approves the project. A potential Condition of Approval to have a Lot Line Adjustment completed prior to Certificate of Occupancy was discussed.
Chair Eichman asked how the park would be accessed. Mr. Adamick stated that there would be a Class I trail and a driveway that would provide access.
There were 12 speakers, two in support, seven in opposition, and three that were neutral or did not disclose their position.
Additionally, there were two written comments in support and three in opposition.
The applicant team exercised their right to rebuttal, responding to the public comments.
Commissioner Eichman asked how many elevators would be in the assisted living facility. Mr.
Adamick stated that the building has not been designed yet, but it would comply with state requirements.
The public comment portion of the continued public hearing was closed at 6:53 p.m.
Commissioner Keith asked if an exemption as part of Mitigation Measure AQ1 is consistent with other projects within the City. Ms. Iverson stated that it is consistent. Commissioner Keith asked for clarification on whether the project is consistent with the General Plan for commercial uses to be neighborhood-serving. Ms. Iverson noted that the proposed project is consistent, and the commercial uses would be neighborhood-serving.
Commissioner Keith commended the applicant for listening to feedback, providing responses, and reducing the project with the proposed alternative while working with the City’s Planning team.
A motion was made by Commissioner Verner and seconded by Commissioner Burkhart to adopt Resolution P25-13, certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH No. 2202030626) prepared for the project; and to adopt Resolution P25-14, approving the Wiley Canyon Mixed Use Project under Master Case 20-238, including Architectural Design Review, 20-023, Conditional Use Permit 20-005, Development Review 20-017, Minor Use Permit 20-013, Oak Tree Permit (Class 4) 425-004, and Tentative Map 83295, subject to the Conditions of Approval.
Said motion was carried by a roll-call vote of 4-0, with Commissioner Faina abstaining.
RESULT: APPROVED [4 TO 0]
MOVER: Pamela Verner, Commissioner
SECONDER: Timothy Burkhart, Commissioner
AYES: Lisa Eichman, Timothy Burkhart, Nathan Keith, Pamela Verner ABSTAIN: Dan Faina
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ITEM 2
CROSS STREET TWO-LOT SUBDIVISION (MASTER CASE 23-031)
A request for a Tentative Parcel Map (TPM) 83780 to subdivide the subject site and create two single-family residential lots located at 24123 Cross Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 2827-049-020)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Planning Commission:
1. Conduct the public hearing;
2. Determine that the project is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15315 as a Class 15 Categorical Exemption;
3. Adopt Resolution P25-12 Approving Master Case 23-031, including Tentative Parcel Map 83780 to allow for the subdivision of an existing 1.72-acre lot into two lots for the proposed project located at 24123 Cross Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 2827-049- 020) in the City of Santa Clarita, California, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval (Exhibit A); and
4. Take additional, related action that may be desirable.
Jasmine Almora, Associate Planner, presented on the item.
The public comment portion of the public hearing was opened at 7:04 p.m.
There were two public speakers, one in opposition and one who was neutral or did not disclose their position.
Additionally, there was one written comment in support and one that was neutral or did not disclose their position.
The applicant spoke on behalf of the item.
The public comment portion of the public hearing was closed at 7:12 p.m.
A motion was made by Commissioner Burkhart and seconded by Commissioner Keith to determine that the project is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15315 as a Class 15 Categorical Exemption and adopting Resolution P25-12, approving Master Case 23-031, including Tentative Parcel Map 83780 to allow for the subdivision of an existing 1.72-acre lot into two lots for the proposed project located at 24123 Cross Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 2827-049-020) in the City of Santa Clarita, CA, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, Exhibit A. Said motion carried by a roll-call vote of 5-0.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Timothy Burkhart, Commissioner
SECONDER: Nathan Keith, Commissioner
AYES: Eichman, Burkhart, Keith, Verner, Faina
ITEM 3
HASA, INC. INDUSTRIAL RENOVATION PROJECT (MASTER CASE 25-082) Partial demolition and renovation of two existing buildings to accommodate the relocation of Hasa, Inc.'s bottling operations and warehousing of pool and water treatment products to a new facility.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Planning Commission
1. Conduct the public hearing;
2. Determine that Master Case 25-082 is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal.
Code of Regs. § 15000, et seq.) Section 15302 as a Class 2 Categorical Exemption;
3. Adopt Resolution P25-11 approving Master Case 25-082, consisting of Conditional Use Permit 25-008 to operate a new heavy manufacturing use, and Development Review 25- 007 and Architectural Design Review 25-006 to partially demolish and remodel two existing, one-story metal industrial buildings at 25710 and 25750 Springbrook Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Number 2836-007-042) to accommodate the relocation of Hasa, Inc.’s one-gallon bottling operations to the new facility, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval (Exhibit A); and
4. Take other action as determined by the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Verner recused herself to avoid any potential economic conflict.
Commissioner Keith asked if the conditioned annual inspections would be outsourced. David Peterson, Senior Planner, responded.
The public comment portion of the public hearing was opened at 7:31 p.m.
Hunt Braly and Angela Tran, of the applicant team, presented on the item.
Mr. Braly noted that there are two requests to revise Conditions of Approval PL7 and PL3 per the submitted letter by the applicant team, prior to the public hearing.
Commissioner Faina asked to confirm if the one-gallon bottling at the Drayton Street facility would discontinue, and asked if the expansion is truly about safety and not about increasing production. Ms. Tran responded, confirming that the one-gallon bottling at the Drayton Street facility would discontinue and that safety and efficiency are the focus of the project.
Commissioner Faina also for the reasoning behind having two phases, when the chemicals would still be housed together in Phase 1, if safety were the concern. The applicant responded, noting that they are seeking proof of concept before moving forward with Phase 2.
Commissioner Faina asked about the implications of a mass failure or large-scale chlorine gas event. Dave Johnson, the applicant’s Senior Vice President of Compliance and Engineering, responded that the potential risk exists and is riskier at the current site, but the move would be to improve the safety and reduce the risk.
Commissioner Burkhart asked to confirm that if either chemical were spilled individually, it would not be a big issue and would be contained. The concern would be if both of the chemicals were to be combined. The applicant team confirmed.
Chair Eichman thanked the applicant team for keeping the business in California.
The public comment portion of the public hearing was closed at 7:51 p.m.
Commissioner Keith asked if the public notice was sent to the 1000-foot radius. Ms. Eber confirmed. Commissioner Keith also asked to confirm that the applicant would need to obtain approval from other agencies prior to moving forward with the project. He also asked what the process would be if they wanted to increase production. Ms. Eber confirmed that the public notices were sent to the 1000-foot radius of the project and that any modification to production would require either a Minor Use Permit or Conditional Use permit, dependent upon the request.
A motion was made by Commissioner Burkhart and seconded by Commissioner Keith, determining that Master Case 25-082 is exempt from additional review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code of Regs. § 15000, et seq.) Section 15302 as a Class 2 Categorical Exemption and adopting Resolution P25-
11, approving Master Case 25-082 consisting of Conditional Use Permit 25-008 to operate a new heavy manufacturing use, and Development Review 25-007 and Architectural Design Review 25-006 to partially demolish and remodel two existing, on-story metal industrial buildings at 25710 and 25750 Springbrook Avenue (Assessor’s Parcel Number 2836-007-042) to accommodate the relocation of Hasa, Inc.’s one-gallon bottling operations to the new facility, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval (Exhibit A), with amendments to PL3 and PL7, per the applicant’s written request. Said motion was carried by a roll-call vote of 3-1.
RESULT: APPROVED AS AMENDED [3 TO 1]
MOVER: Timothy Burkhart, Commissioner
SECONDER: Nathan Keith, Commissioner
AYES: Lisa Eichman, Timothy Burkhart, Nathan Keith
NAYS: Dan Faina
RECUSED: Pamela Verner
PLANNING MANAGER'S REPORT
Commission Verner returned to the Chambers.
Patrick Leclair, Planning Manager, gave a forecast of the upcoming Planning Commission meetings.
PLANNING COMMISSIONERS' REPORT
There were no reports made by the Planning Commission.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Robert Patrick, of Harley Davidson Santa Clarita, announced that the 34th Anniversary event for the Love Ride will be in Castaic on November 9, 2025.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Burkhart and seconded by Commissioner Verner to adjourn the meeting at 7:59 p.m. Said motion carried by a voice vote of 5-0.
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