Planning Commission
Regular MeetingLong Beach, NY · October 18, 2018
Minutes
CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
Richard Lewis, Chair Ron Cruz, Commissioner
Mark Christoffels, Vice Chair Josh LaFarga, Commissioner
Erick Verduzco-Vega, Commissioner Andy Perez, Commissioner
Jane Templin, Commissioner
FINISHED AGENDA AND DRAFT MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
At 5:01 p.m., Chair Lewis called the meeting to order
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Mark Christoffels, Josh LaFarga, Andy Perez, Richard Lewis and
Present: Erick Verduzco-Vega
Commissioners Ron Cruz and Jane Templin
Absent:
Also present, Linda Tatum, Director of Development Services; Christopher Koontz, Planning
Bureau Manager; Michael Mais, Assistant City Attorney; Nick Vasuthasawat, Planner; Maryanne
Cronin, Planner; Alexis Oropeza, Planner; Amy Harbin, Planner; Gabrial Barreras, Planner; Dionne
Bearden, Bureau Secretary.
FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega lead the flag salute.
MINUTES
18-075PL Recommendation to receive and file the Planning Commission minutes
of October 4, 2018.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
A motion was made by Commissioner Perez, seconded by
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega, to approve recommendation.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Mark Christoffels, Josh LaFarga, Andy Perez, Richard Lewis
and Erick Verduzco-Vega
Absent: 2 - Ron Cruz and Jane Templin
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager presented the Director's Report.
SWEARING OF WITNESSES
Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the evidence you shall give in this Planning Commission
Meeting shall be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
REGULAR AGENDA
1. 18-072PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-138 and
approve a Site Plan Review (SPR18-051) and Conditional Use Permit
(CUP18-012), for the construction and operation of a new 3-story,
self-storage building of 116,877 square-feet, located at 2035 W. Wardlow
Road, in the Commercial Storage (CS) District. (District 7) (Application No.
1805-31)
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, introduced Cuentin Jackson,
Planner, who presented the staff report.
Chair Lewis spoke.
Applicant spoke.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Christoffels, seconded by
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega, to accept recommendation. The
motion carried by the following vote:
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
Yes: 5 - Mark Christoffels, Josh LaFarga, Andy Perez, Richard Lewis
and Erick Verduzco-Vega
Absent: 2 - Ron Cruz and Jane Templin
2. 18-073PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-221 and
approve a modification to an existing Site Plan Review (SPR/MOD18-026)
and approve a new a Local Coastal Development Permit (LCDP18-010) to
permit the conversion of an existing amenity space into a one-bedroom
residential unit located at 40 Cedar Walk, in the Downtown Shoreline
Planned Development District (PD-6) zoning district. (District 2)
(Application No. 1805-15)
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, introduced Gabriel Barraras,
Planner, who presented the staff report.
Chair Lewis spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
Chair Lewis spoke.
Max Freeman, Development Manager at Camden, applicant spoke.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Christoffels, seconded by
Commissioner Perez, to approve recommendation. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Yes: 5 - Mark Christoffels, Josh LaFarga, Andy Perez, Richard Lewis
and Erick Verduzco-Vega
Absent: 2 - Ron Cruz and Jane Templin
3. 18-074PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-162 and
approve a modification to an existing Site Plan Review, Local Coastal
Development Permit, and Adaptive Reuse approvals (SPR/MOD18-010) to
add 12 units, 21 parking spaces, a reduction in an existing amenity space,
an increase in building height, and approve Tentative Tract Map
(TTM17-004) to convert the apartment development to condominiums
located at 200 W. Ocean Boulevard, located in the Downtown Shoreline
Planned Development District (PD-6) zoning district. (District 2)
(Application No. 1804-22)
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, introduced Nick Vasuthasawat
and Amy Harbin, Planner, who presented the staff report.
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega was called to speak.
Nick Vasuthasawat, Planner, spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
Matt Wister, applicant, spoke.
Jan Van Dijs, applicant, spoke.
Vice Chair Christoffels spoke.
Jan Van Dijs, applicant, spoke.
A dialogue ensued between Vice Chair Christoffels and applicant.
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
Vice Chair Christoffels spoke.
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega spoke.
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
Vice Chair Christoffels spoke.
A dialogue ensued between Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, and
Vice Chair Christoffels.
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega spoke
Christopher Koontz, Planning Bureau Manager, spoke.
Jan Van Dijs, applicant, spoke.
Commissioner Verduzco-Vega spoke.
A dialogue ensued between applicant and Commissioner Verduzco-Vega.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
A motion was made by Commissioner Verduzco-Vega,
seconded by Commissioner Perez, to approve
recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes: 4 - Mark Christoffels, Josh LaFarga, Andy Perez and Erick
Verduzco-Vega
Absent: 2 - Ron Cruz and Jane Templin
Recused: 1 - Richard Lewis
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Members of the public are invited to address the Planning
Commission on items of interest to the public within the Commission's jurisdiction. Each
speaker will be limited to three minutes unless that time is extended by the Chair.
There was no public participation.
COMMENTS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION
There were no further comments from the Commission.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice Chair Christoffels adjourned the meeting at 5:45 p.m.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: November 1, 2018 - 5:00 p.m.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
MINUTES COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
NOTE:
If written language translation of the Commission agenda and minutes for non-English
speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City
Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the Commission meeting.
Kung nais ang pagsasalin ng nakasulat na wika ng agenda ng Komisyon at ang minutes
para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa
pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras ng
negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Commission.
Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y actas de la comisión
para personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la
Secretaría Municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la
comisión.
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Agenda
CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
Richard Lewis, Chair Ron Cruz, Commissioner
Mark Christoffels, Vice Chair Josh LaFarga, Commissioner
Erick Verduzco-Vega, Commissioner Andy Perez, Commissioner
Jane Templin, Commissioner
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
FLAG SALUTE
MINUTES
18-075PL Recommendation to receive and file the Planning Commission minutes of
October 4, 2018.
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: 10.4.18 Minutes.pdf
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
SWEARING OF WITNESSES
Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the evidence you shall give in this Planning
Commission Meeting shall be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
REGULAR AGENDA
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
1. 18-072PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-138 and approve
a Site Plan Review (SPR18-051) and Conditional Use Permit (CUP18-012),
for the construction and operation of a new 3-story, self-storage building of
116,877 square-feet, located at 2035 W. Wardlow Road, in the Commercial
Storage (CS) District. (District 7) (Application No. 1805-31)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Staff Report
Exhibit A - 2035 W. Wardlow Rd. - 1805-31
Exhibit B - 2035 W. Wardlow Rd. - 1805-31
Exhibit C - 2035 W. Wardlow Rd. - 1805-31
Exhibit D - 2035 W. Wardlow Rd. - 1805-31
2. 18-073PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-221 and approve
a modification to an existing Site Plan Review (SPR/MOD18-026) and
approve a new a Local Coastal Development Permit (LCDP18-010) to permit
the conversion of an existing amenity space into a one-bedroom residential
unit located at 40 Cedar Walk, in the Downtown Shoreline Planned
Development District (PD-6) zoning district. (District 2) (Application No.
1805-15)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Staff Report
Exhibit A - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit B - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit C - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit D - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit E - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit F - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit G - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit H - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit I - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
Exhibit J - 40 Cedar Walk - 1805-15
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
3. 18-074PL Recommendation to accept Categorical Exemption CE-18-162 and approve
a modification to an existing Site Plan Review, Local Coastal Development
Permit, and Adaptive Reuse approvals (SPR/MOD18-010) to add 12 units, 21
parking spaces, a reduction in an existing amenity space, an increase in
building height, and approve Tentative Tract Map (TTM17-004) to convert the
apartment development to condominiums located at 200 W. Ocean Boulevard,
located in the Downtown Shoreline Planned Development District (PD-6)
zoning district. (District 2) (Application No. 1804-22)
Suggested Action: Approve recommendation.
Attachments: Staff Report
Exhibit A - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit B - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit C - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit D - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit E - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit F - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit G - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit H - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
Exhibit I - 200 W. Ocean Blvd. - 1804-22
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Members of the public are invited to address the Planning
Commission on items of interest to the public within the Commission's jurisdiction. Each
speaker will be limited to three minutes unless that time is extended by the Chair.
COMMENTS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: November 1, 2018 - 5:00 p.m.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
GUIDE FOR PERSONS INTENDING TO SPEAK
This guide has been prepared as an aid so that you will be able to express your opinions
briefly and clearly before the Commission and thus increase the effectiveness of your
presentation. Remarks are generally limited to 3 minutes.
1. State your name and address.
2. Organization you represent, if any.
3. State whether for or against the proposal.
4. Your statement should include all pertinent facts within your knowledge; avoid gossip,
emotion and repetition. It is important to discuss only those matters relating to the hearing and
to tie your discussion of the facts directly to the decision you wish the Commission to reach. A
clear, concise and non-repetitive argument is impressive.
In order to have written material included in the Planning Commissioner’s mailed Agenda
Packet, twelve (12) copies of the material must be delivered to the Department of Development
Services, Planning Bureau, no later than ten (10) calendar days before the date of the
Planning Commission Hearing. Written material that is presented to the Planning Commission
after this date and up to 1:00 p.m. the day of the Planning Commission Hearing, will be
included in the Commissioners’ Agenda folder, but may not be reviewed by the individual
Commissioners due to the amount of material that the Commissioners have to review for the
Agenda. Material presented to the Commission at the Hearing will be part of the record but also
may not be reviewed by individual Commissioners.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
NOTE:
If oral language interpretation for non-English speaking persons is desired or if a special
accommodation is desired pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please make your
request by phone to the Office of the City Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 24 business hours prior
to the Charter Commission meeting.
Kung nais ang interpretasyon ng sinasalitang wika para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng
Ingles o kung nais ang isang natatanging tulong ayon sa Americans with Disabilities Act,
mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng
Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 24 oras ng negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Charter
Commission.
Si desea interpretación oral en otro idioma para personas que no hablan inglés o si desea
una adaptación especial en conformidad con la Ley de Estadounidenses con
Discapacidades, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la Secretaría Municipal al
(562) 570-6101, 24 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la comisión de estatutos.
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CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD
COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5:00 PM
If written language translation of the Commission agenda and minutes for non-English
speaking persons is desired, please make your request by phone to the Office of the City
Clerk at (562) 570-6101, 72 business hours prior to the Commission meeting.
Kung nais ang pagsasalin ng nakasulat na wika ng agenda ng Komisyon at ang minutes
para sa mga taong hindi nagsasalita ng Ingles, mangyaring isagawa ang iyong hiling sa
pamamagitan ng telepono sa Opisina ng Clerk ng Lungsod sa (562) 570-6101, 72 oras ng
negosyo bago ang pagpupulong ng Commission.
Si desea obtener la traducción escrita en otro idioma de la agenda y actas de la comisión
para personas que no hablan inglés, haga su solicitud por teléfono a la Oficina de la
Secretaría Municipal al (562) 570-6101, 72 horas hábiles antes de la reunión de la comisión.
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