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2025-70003-SP/ 2025-70019-DAGR/ DP 2022-70773
Location: 2150 W Hillcrest
Applicant: Latigo Hillcrest, LLC
City Council
March 10, 2026
Request
2 • Specific Plan Amendment (2025-70003-SP): Amend to revise window detail requirements.
• Development Agreement Amendment (2025-70019-DAGR): Replace Conditions of Approval and referenced documents.
• Development Permit (2025-70005-DP): Allow major modifications to previously approved or required design features.
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Item 10.A.
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Overview – Approved Project
•8.28-acre parcel •Demolished June, 2025: 56,667 sf, two-story commercial office, parking, landscaping •Grading commenced August, 2025Site and Setting 43 4
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•General Plan Amendment (2021-70169-LU): To amend the General Plan Land Use Element designation of Commercial to Commercial /Residential)•Zone Change (2022-70776-Z): To change the zoning designation of Neighborhood Commercial (C-3) to Specific Plan-24 (SP-24)•Protected Tree Permit (2022-70780-PTP): To allow removal of 17 coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) trees, as well as the encroachment into the protected zone of eight coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia) trees•Special Use Permit (2022-70779-SUP): To allow a California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Type 47 License (On-sale General – Eating Place) to accommodate a potential future commercial useApproved Entitlements5 •Specific Plan (SP) 2022-70778-SP: To adopt SP-24 to establish specific development standards for the subject development areas•Development Agreement (2022-70777-DAGR): To create a binding contract that vests the rights of the applicant to a specific project, set forth the time period to construct the project, and specify public and private benefits and responsibilities related to the project•Development Permit (2022-70773-DP): To allow the construction of a four-story mixed-use development that would contain 333 multi-family residential units (including 30 very low-income affordable units and three moderate-income affordable units), common areas and amenities, 5,300 gross square feet of commercial space above semi-subterranean parking structuresApproved Entitlements65 6 4
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Project Summary7
Approved Project8
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5 3/10/2026Approved Project9
Perspective looking northeast from 101 Exit Ramp Side
•Adoption of a General Plan Amendment allowing a land use changed and approval of 87 “density bonus” market rate units above and beyond the 246 base Measure E units•Adoption of SP No. 24 that provides unique elements to the building facades, and permits the overall composition, standards, and placement of buildings within the plan, with density bonus units in exchange for affordable housing•Deviation from several City’s objective standards pertaining to architectural design and construction materials•City’s guarantee that certain City fees related to development of the Property will not increase during the term of this Agreement•Processing of future permits and applications•Agreement to maintain zoning and General Plan designationsDevelopment Agreement10Benefits to Owner•Construction of the Project in a single phase, providing 300 market-rate apartments (87 above 246 base density) and removal of vacant commercial use•Two additional Very Low income and three Moderate income units beyond the 28 VLI units required to qualify for State Density Bonus•Two live/work units, on-site commercial, public plaza, and work/share space as project amenities•Enhanced architectural design with appropriate massing and scale, extensive articulation, glazing, and extensive detailing with upgraded materials•Electric-only residential utilities, e-bike stations, and an increased number of EV charging-ready parking spaces•Improved City gateway signBenefits to City9 10 6
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Specific Plan11
Overview - Requests11
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Background - Process13•Applicant submits plans•Staff provides feedback and Applicant responds•Draft Conditions of Approval are shared•Hearings are held, approving/ adopting Conditions•Building Permit and Grading Permit Plan Check submittal Background – Guidelines and Standards14•Architectural Design Guidelines, •Precise Plan of Design Guidelines, •Commercial Design Guidelines, •City Gateways Guidelines, •Freeway Corridor Guidelines,•Specific Plan No. 24 Design Standards,•Development Agreement Section 6.1.8: “Enhanced architectural design with appropriate massing and scale, extensive articulation, glazing, and extensive detailing with upgraded materials” 13 14
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•June 5, 2023: Planning Commission Hearing•June 20 and July 11, 2023: City Council Hearings•July 18, 2023: Adoption of Zoning Change, Specific Plan, and Development Agreement following second reading•September 27, 2024: Submittal of building permit applications•June 16, 2025: Demolition commenced•April 7, 2025: Determination of minor vs major revisions/ granting of formal minor design revision requests•December 17, 2025: Submittal of all subject applications for major design revision requestsTimeline15 A.Removal of approved trellises and non-compliance with the requirement to provide additional trellisesB.Installation of external downspouts rather than internalizing those downspouts visible from prominent corners, Hillcrest Drive, or Rancho Conejo Boulevard, as required by Condition of Approval #62C.Provide painted metal doors rather than the French glass doors shown on the entitlement plan set, or other similarly decorative door (Recommended for approval by Planning Commission)D.Substitute painted accent headers in a complementary color in place of the previously specified wood-look trim headersE.Reduce the total amount of transparency on the commercial storefront façade of Building AApplicant Requests1615 16 9
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F.Substitute wood-framed trim for the residential window awnings at certain locations on the fourth floorG.Reduce the number of third-floor awnings from the number required by Condition of Approval (Recommended for approval by Planning Commission)H.Remove vertical wood-look slat cladding from prominent elevator tower façadesI.Provide additional brick veneer on Building B Sub-Buildings B1 and B2 onlyJ.Provide vinyl-framed windows exclusively, rather than the non-vinyl windows required by Resolution No. 2023-043 and SP 24 (Recommended for approval by Planning Commission)Applicant Requests17 Request A: Trellises18#48(a): Provision of trellis or other shade structures over common roof-topdecks and patios as permitted by the Building Safety Division and FireDepartment to provide greater roof articulation.17 18 10
3/10/2026Request A: Trellises (As Approved)19
Request A: Trellises (As Requested)2019
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3/10/2026Request A: Trellises (As Requested)21
Request A: Trellises (As Requested)22
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12 3/10/2026Request B: Downspouts2362. Downspouts — Downspouts shall be avoided or concealed within thebuilding walls at specific feature corner elements, such as the commercial/retail corner and brick lobby towers or any facade viewable from HillcrestDrive or Rancho Conejo Boulevard. Any downspout not concealed withinthe building walls must be painted to match the wall behind.

Request B: Downspouts
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3/10/2026Request C: Exit Doors25
As approvedAs proposed
Request D: Window Header Design26#53: Residential Window Area - A minimum of 36% of residential windows must be inset a minimum of two-inches and include a wood-look trim or brick header as shown in the Project Plan Set dated May 26, 2023.Also required by Section 4.4.2 and 4.4.4 of SP No. 2425 26 14
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Request D: Window Header Design27As approvedAs proposed Request E: Commercial Storefront Design28#54. Storefront Window Area - A minimum of 65% of the commercial storefront facade provided shall have transparent window area and minimum three-inch recess as shown in the Project Plan Set date stamped May 26, 2023Also required by Section 4.4.2 of SP No. 2427 28 15
3/10/2026Request E: Commercial Storefront Design29
As approvedAs proposed
Request F and G: Awnings30#48(e) Provision of metal awnings on all elevations on windows located on the third floor as follows: •Elevation “A” North on the portion of the building between the tower element and the front entrance to the commercial component.•Elevation “B” South along the residential units on the portion of the building projecting forward. •Elevation “C” North along all the portions of the building projecting forward except on the portions of the building where the elevation incorporates fiber cement siding and brick veneer. •Elevation “D” South, Building A+B Elevation “E” West, Building A Elevation “E” West, Building B Elevation “F” West, Building A+B Elevation “F” East, Building A Elevation “F” Building B Elevation “F” East, Building A Elevation “F: East, and Building B Elevation “F” East across all the sections of the building projecting forward. 29 30
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Example of Awnings Proposed to Remain/Change31
Request F: Fourth Floor Awnings32As approvedAs proposed 31 32
17 3/10/2026Request G: Third Floor Awnings33
As requiredAs proposed
Request H: Vertical Slats34
As approvedAs proposed33
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Request H: Vertical Slats35
Request I: Brick Veneer36#48(e) f. Incorporation of brick veneer on all buildings, including sub buildings 1 through 4, as reviewed and approved by the Community Development Department.” 101 Freeway
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19 3/10/2026Request J: Window Frame Material37•#48(d) Window frames shall be made of aluminum, fiberglass, wood, or manufactured wood; or another material with a wood grain texture finish on the following facades:•Building A facing West Hillcrest Drive;•Building A and B facing Rancho Conejo Boulevard and the commercial property in between the subject property and Rancho Conejo Boulevard;•Building A and B facing the internal street bisecting the property, parallel to Hillcrest Drive;•Building A and B facing the Linden Apartments to the east of the subject property.The remainder of window frames may be dark bronze or similar color vinyl. Actual material samples must be provided prior to submittal of building permits to allow review and approval by the Community Development Department. Corresponding Ordinances Required38Specific Plan Amendment (2025-70003-SP): Would accommodate requests “D”, “E”, “H”, and “J”.Development Agreement Amendment (2025-70019-DAGR): Would update the attachments to, and dates within the DAGR.37 38 20
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Major Modification
City Council Meeting
March 10, 2026
2150 Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA
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Proposed Modifications
Summary
02 Efficient Design Strategies. 03
Inconsistencies between the
Development Agreement and the
Approved Entitlement Drawings.
01 Structural, programming and
operational requirements.
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Item 10.A.
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Inconsistencies between the Development Agreement and the Approved Entitlement Drawings.0101a / Item I: Brick VeneerIncorporation of brick veneer on Sub-Buildings 1 through 4 to remain as shown in the approved drawing set, in lieu of the brick veneer design specified in the Development Agreement.01b / Item F&G: Third-Floor AwningsMaintain the provision of metal awnings on all elevations with third-floor windows, as shown in the approved drawing set, in lieu of the awning design described in the Development Agreement.01c / Item J: Window FramesAll windows to be dark bronze vinyl frames in lieu of the wood-grain frames specified in the Development Agreement. 4© KTGY | ktgy.com
01aSouth perspective view of Building B per Approved Drawing SetBrick veneerI t e m ‘ B ’3 4 3/10/2026
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PER DEVELOPMET AGREEMENT
Per Approved Drawing Set01bThird-floor awningsI t e m ‘ F & G ’ 6© KTGY | ktgy.com
PER DEVELOPMET AGREEMENTAs described in Development Agreement01bThird-floor awningsI t e m ‘ F & G ’5 6 3/10/2026
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01cWindow framesI t e m ‘ J ’
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01cWindow frames – Dark Bronze Vinyl window framesAdvantages of vinyl window frames:1. High energy efficiency due to insulated frames that reduce heating and cooling expenses. 2. Minimal maintenance, needing only occasional cleaning without the need for sanding or painting. 3. Resistance to moisture and extreme weather conditions ensures durability without warping or fading. 4. Vinyl windows provide a wide range of styles and finishes, allowing homeowners to select designs that complement their home's appearance.I t e m ‘ J ’7 8 3/10/2026
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Structural, programming and operational requirements. 02a / Item E: Commercial Storefront DesignProvide a commercial storefront façade with approximately 60% glazing area. A minimum recess of three inches will be maintained at all commercial storefront systems.02b / Item A: TrellisesProvide furniture, fixtures, and equipment in lieu of trellises at the following locations:- Roof Deck at Building A- Roof Deck at Building B- BBQ Courtyard between Sub-Buildings B2 and B302c / Item C: Back-of-House OpeningsAt exit stairs, provide painted metal doors in lieu of French glass doors.0215 16 3/10/2026
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PER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTPROPOSED MODIFICATIONPer Approved Drawing Set Proposed Modification 02aCommercial storefront designI t e m ‘ E ’
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PER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTPROPOSED MODIFICATIONBuilding ‘A’ - perspective view of proposed storefront 02aI t e m ‘ E ’17
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Roof Deck Building ‘A’ Per Approved Drawing Set Roof Deck Building ‘A’ Proposed Modification02bTrellises - Roof Deck at Building AI t e m ‘ A’ 20© KTGY | ktgy.com
Roof Deck Building ‘B’ Per Approved Drawing Set Roof Deck Building ‘B’ Proposed Modification02bTrellises - Roof Deck at Building BI t e m ‘ A’19 20 3/10/2026
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Building ‘B’ BBQ Courtyard Per Approved Drawing Set Building ‘B’ BBQ Courtyard Proposed Modification

TRELLIS AT BBQ COURTYARD COMMON AREA
PROPOSED FF&E AT BBQ COURTYARD COMMON AREA02bTrellises - BBQ Courtyard between Sub-Buildings B2 and B3I t e m ‘ A’ 22© KTGY | ktgy.com
02Reference projects – outdoor amenity areas with movable shading devices I t e m ‘ A’21
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02Reference projects – outdoor amenity areas with movable shading devices I t e m ‘ A’
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02Reference projects – outdoor amenity areas with movable shading devices I t e m ‘ A’23
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02Reference projects – outdoor amenity areas with movable shading devices I t e m ‘ A’
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Per Approved Drawing Set Proposed ModificationBack-of-house openings02cI t e m ‘ C ’25 26 3/10/2026
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Efficient Design Strategies. 03a / Item H: Vertical SlatsProvide vertical slats on primary building facades facing public streets and interior driveways for enhanced architectural articulation.03b / Item D: Window Header DesignSubstitute the previously specified wood-look trim headers above all inset windows with painted accent headers in a complementary color. The inset window configuration will remain as originally designed.03c / Item F&G: Fourth-Floor Trim DetailProvide color-accent wood framed trim above window frames in lieu of metal awnings at the fourth-floor step-back building massing.03d / Item B: Drainage and DownspoutsUtilize downspouts as part of a coordinated drainage strategy, allowing parapet heights to remain as currently designed. Downspouts at select locations will be omitted; remaining downspouts will be painted to match adjacent wall finishes.03 28© KTGY | ktgy.com

PER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTPROPOSED MODIFICATION
Per Approved Drawing Set Proposed ModificationVertical slats03aI t e m ‘ H ’27 28 3/10/2026
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PER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTPROPOSED MODIFICATION
Per Approved Drawing Set Proposed ModificationVertical slats03aI t e m ‘ H ’ 30© KTGY | ktgy.com
Per Approved Drawing Set Proposed ModificationWindow header design03b I t e m ‘ D ’29
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Per Approved Drawing Set Proposed ModificationFourth-floor trim detail03cI t e m ‘ F & G ’ 32© KTGY | ktgy.com
Building ‘A’ (North Elevation) Per Approved Drawing SetBuilding ‘A’ (North Elevation) Proposed ModificationDrainage and downspouts03dI t e m ‘ B ’31 32 3/10/2026
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Building ‘B’ (South Elevation) Per Approved Drawing SetBuilding ‘B’ (South Elevation) Proposed Modification03dDrainage and downspoutsI t e m ‘ B ’ 34© KTGY | ktgy.com
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2025 General Plan &
Housing Element Annual
Progress Report
March 10, 2026
City Council Meeting
• Cities and counties must provide an Annual Progress Report (APR) to the State by April 1st of each year, comprised of:
• General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Provides information on status and implementation of the General Plan 2045 and 2021-2029 Housing Element.
• Submission is required for continued Housing Element certification and eligibility for State grant funding programs
Background
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•Provides information on status and implementation of the General Plan. •Highlighted Actions in progress: LU-A.1 Comprehensive zoning code updateLU-A.4 Campus Master Plan/“Downtown Thousand OaksProject”LU-A.13 Streetscape Standards 2026 ATP UpdateS-A.4. Communicate evacuation routes to residentsS-A.7. Evaluate evacuation routes2025 General Plan APR 3 •2021-2029 6thCycle Housing Element•Adopted by City Council December 5, 2023•Annual Progress Report includes:•Summary of proposed and entitled residential units•Summary of building permit issuance•Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA)•Housing Programs Implementation•Housing Successor Agency Annual Report2025 Housing Element APR43 4 3
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•Total Housing Applications Submitted: 143•Total Number of Proposed Units in All Applications: 554•Total Housing Units Approved: 1392025 Residential Application Activity 5 195 E. Hillcrest Dr. 297 Apartments (25 Affordable)269-271 Erbes Road59 Apartments (9 Affordable) 321-393 Erbes Road55 Apartments (10 Affordable)
Units by Housing Income Categories# Of Units ApprovedAbove Moderate IncomeModerate IncomeLow IncomeVery Low Income13911900202025 Entitlements Approved65 6 4
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•Housing Types •97 accessory dwelling units•9 single-family dwellings•234 multi-family units2025 Residential Building Permit Issuance7Building Permits Issued RHNA Income Level1Very Low26Low0Moderate313Above Moderate340Total:
2025 Projects Permit Issuance8
1754 Newbury Road Timber School Site 218 Apartments, 26 Affordable1818 Los Feliz Dr. 16 Apartments 7 8
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2025 RHNA Summary 9Remaining RHNATotal Units to DatePermits Issued2025RHNA AllocationIncome Level73411735Very Low4682626494Low53200532Moderate200660313860Above Moderate1,9346873402,621Totals:
•Program 3 & 8:ADU regulations updated consistent with State Law•Program 7: •Continued partnership with People’s Self Help on 78-unit affordable townhomes. •Thrive Navigation Center opened •Program 9: CSSG, City General Fund and CDBG funds provided supported services to persons who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or lower-income City residentsHousing Programs Implementation Highlights109 10 6
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•Program 12: Grants provided rehabilitation assistance to 20 mobile home units, occupied by low-income seniors •Program 13:Grants accomplished rehabilitation of 72 affordable rental units at Bella Vista Apartments•Program 14: The City continues to monitor the affordability on 975 apartments units and 37 single-family units.•Program 18: Public Works projects for bicycle and sidewalk improvements in low resource and sensitive communitiesHousing Programs Implementation Highlights11 •Receive and file 2025 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report.•Find that this action is not a project as defined under the California Environmental Quality Act. •Staff will submit the report to the State prior to April 1st.Recommendation11 12

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