Resolution No. 72631
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RESOLUTION NO. 7263
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF VERNON GRANTING A VARIANCE
TO D & D REAL ESTATE, L. L. C. FROM
SECTION 26.4.2-8, DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS, OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING
ORDINANCE, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3311 SLAUSON AVENUE IN THE CITY OF
VERNON
WHEREAS, D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. owns the
property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon and is requesting a variance from Section 26.4.2-8,
Development Standards, of the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the property is unique in that the
proposed spec building measures 63,172 square feet and has 8
conforming truck loading spaces; and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-7(b)
requires 4 truck loading spaces for buildings with a gross
floor area between 50,001 and 100,000 square feet in size;
and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c)
specifies that each truck loading space shall be a minimum
of 10 feet wide and 65 feet long; and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.E-4(c) of
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance provides that a non-
conforming building must comply with off-street loading
provisions within five years of April 18, 1989 unless a
variance is granted; and
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WHEREAS, in addition to the 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, the applicant has proposed 11 non -conforming
truck loading spaces that do not conform with the size
requirements indicated in section 26.4.2-8(c); and
WHEREAS, the 11 non -conforming spaces are an
integral part of the prototype building design which cater
to small manufacturers; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has indicated that the non-
conforming truck loading spaces will not extend into the
existing street right-of-way as shown on the Master Plan of
Streets, dated June 16, 1992; and
WHEREAS, 3311 Slauson Avenue is located in the M
zone and the operation is consistent with the objectives of
the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, strict application of the loading space
requirements of Section 26.4.2-8(c) of the Vernon City Code
would create an unreasonable hardship, the existing use does
not and will not adversely affect the surrounding area, and
the use has the minimum required number of loading and
parking spaces specified by Section 26.4.2-7; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has received a Staff
Report dated January 25, 1999, and two memorandums from
Community Services dated January 25, 1999 and January 28,
1999 upon which it has relied in making the foregoing
recitals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Vernon
held a hearing on said application for a variance on January
26, 1999 and February 2, 1999.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Vernon
hereby finds and determines that the recitals contained
herein -above are true and correct.
SECTION 2: A variance from Section 26.4.2-8 of
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, requiring all truck
loading spaces to be 10 feet wide by 65 feet long, is hereby
granted for the parcel of property at 3311 Slauson Avenue.
SECTION 3: The variance granted is subject to the
following conditions:
a) The number of conforming truck loading spaces
on the property shall not be reduced.
b) The usage of all non -conforming truck loading
spaces shall be limited so that no truck parked at or using
the loading spaces shall extend into the drive or
maneuvering isle used by automobiles and trucks for parking
and loading.
c) All existing and future tenants shall be
notified of these restrictions and a condition stating this
shall be placed in all future leases.
d) The proposed incubator units shall only be
leased to an industrial use as defined in section 26.2.8 of
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and furthermore they
shall not be leased to any commercial, retail, office, or
warehousing use.
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e) In the back of each incubator unit a door
measuring at least 10 feet wide by 8 feet high leading to
the interior of the main building shall be maintained to
access the 65 foot truck loading docks located on the west
and south sides of the building.
f) Adequate on -site parking shall be maintained
so that no on -street parking will occur and all maneuvering
shall be conducted on -site.
SECTION 4: Noncompliance with these conditions
shall constitute sufficient grounds for the City Council of
the City of Vernon to void this variance and require the
application of Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8 and the
authorized truck loading space requirement.
SECTION 5: The City Clerk of the City of Vernon
shall certify to the passage of this Resolution and
thereupon and thereafter the same shall be in full force and
effect.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 2°d day of February,
1 1999
EONIS C. MAL URG, Ma or
' ATTEST:
IBRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk of the City
of Vernon, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution,
being Resolution No. 7263 was duly adopted by the City
Council of the City of Vernon at an adjourned regular
meeting of the City Council duly held on Tuesday, February
2, 1999 and thereafter was duly signed by the Mayor of the
City of Vernon.
(SEAL)
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk
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SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
LEONIS C. MALBURG
Mayor
THOMAS A. YBARRA
Mayor Pro-Tem
Wm. 'BILL" DAVIS
Councilman
H. "LARRY" GONZALES
Councilman
W. MICHAEL McCORMICK
Councilman
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST
City Administrator / City Clerk
FAX (323) 581-7924
City Council
City of Vernon
305 PNT
Honorable Members:
VID B. BREARLEY
City Attorney
*X: (626) 330-5818
/ �' KEVIN WILSON
D: or of Community Services & Water
1 FAX: (323) 588-2761
KENNETH J. DeDARIO
erector of Municipal Utilities
FAX. (323) 583-1983
DAVE TELFORD
Fire Chief
FAX: (323) 581-1385
1 CITY HALL
FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA 90058
TELEPHONE (323) 583-8811
January 21, 1999
BRUCE W. OLSON
Police Chief
FAX: (323) 583-5236
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance
from the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c),
Development Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck
loading spaces, for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue
in the City of Vernon. They are proposing to construct a 63,172
square foot building of which 53,922 square feet is for
manufacturing and 9,250 square feet is for office space. The
building will have eight conforming truck loading spaces, as
required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, and 11 non-
conforming truck loading spaces. The 11 non -conforming loading
spaces are an integral part of this prototype building design. D
& D Real Estate, L. L. C. is proposing to subdivide the building
into seven "incubator" units, designed to cater to small
manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit will include one 8 foot by
20 foot truck loading space. The four remaining truck loading
doors on the north side of the building are designed to allow
small trucks to access the main building.
Herewith is the following evidence:
1. Staff report.
2. Application for variance.
3. Notice of Intent, Notice of Public Hearing, copies of
notification letters to owners and tenants in the area
and affidavits of posting and mailing.
4. Environmental Checklist Form and Initial Study.
5. Proposed Negative Declaration
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City Council January 21,1999
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It is the opinion of the Director of Community Services
that the proposed operation will pose no adverse effects to the
City of Vernon and it will have no significant effects on the
environment, and no mitigating measures are required.
The project is consistent with the General Plan as
adopted by the City of Vernon.
Therefore, it is recommended that the City Council
determine:
1. That the project is consistent with the General
Plan as adopted by the City of Vernon.
2. That the project will not have a significant effect
on the environment.
3. That the project will not individually or
cumulatively have an adverse effect on wildlife resource.
It is also recommended that a Negative Declaration be
adopted and that a Notice of Determination and a De Minimis
Finding be filed with the County Clerk.
It is recommended that the variance be granted with the
following conditions:
a). The number of conforming truck loading spaces on
the property shall not be reduced.
b). The usage of all non -conforming truck loading
spaces shall be limited so that no truck parked at or using the
loading space shall extend into the existing street right-of-way
as shown on the Master Plan of Streets, dated June 16, 1992.
c). All existing and future tenants shall be notified
of these restrictions and a condition stating this shall be
placed in all future leases.
Very truly yours,
Bice V. M
�alken rst \"
City Clerk
DOUGLAS STEEL SUPPLY COMPANY
5764 ALCOA AVENUE • VERNON, CALIFORNIA 90058 • PHONE (213) 587-7676
FAX: (213) 587-2982
January 27, 1999
Bruce V. Malkenhorst
City Administrator, City of Vernon
Vernon, CA 90058
Subject: 3311 Slauson Ave.
!hank you very much for the prompt attention you and your staff were kind enough to give this
matter. After discussion with staff we understand your concern that the small units could be used
for commercial or retail purposes. This was not our intention and we are agreeable to limit use to
industrial or manufacturing. I hope this clears up any questions and again we would like to thank
you for your attention to this matter
ryt yyo ,
Dougl Stein
Donald Ic t
cc: Kevin Wilson
Jan-27-99 02:58P P.Ol
DOUGLAS STEEL. SUPPLY COMPANY
5764 ALCOA AVENUE • VERNON, CALIFORNIA 90058 - PHONE (213) 587.7676
6-,� FAX: (213) 587-2982
January 27, 1999
Bruce V. Malkenhorst
Cagy Administrator, City Of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Ave.
Vernon, CA 9008
When D.S. moved into our new bldg. in Jan 1996 we thought it would serve our purposes ('or at
least 10 years. 'this prcijeetion was based on laic fact that our prior location at 5232 Alcoa served
us well from 1981 until 1996. With the change in the business climate where companies no
longer want to carry large inventories of their raw material more and more of our accounts
required of us to floor their inventory for irr (just in time inventory control). This means more
floor space requirements, something that wasn't even considered when we planned for our new
building. It use to be a service center processed the steel and sent it out, now we have been
forced to floor our accounts material. This new direction the business has taken has opened new
avenues but as we stated above requires much more space, something we do not have. In
designing the new building we tried to create a structure that would both fill our needs and be
financially doable. What we mean by this is a building that could combine both the space
required for us to grow and be affordable by offsetting some of the costs with rental income. The
land values in the area make it impossible to build what we need on a main street like Slauson
without this combination. 'The bottom line is we really need the space desperately and will not
be able to adequately service our accounts or be a in position to expand without it.
We feel the design of the building; as submitted will bring in the type of tenants that would both
benefit the City of Vernon by increasing tax revenue and benefit the companies already in
Vernon. By benefiting companies in the City we mean something like a small machine shop, a
printer, a glass replacement co., services that at the present time we might have to go outside of
Vernon for. An additional benefit for the City would come when these businesses grow larger
and require more space, they are already in Vernon and would look in the immediate area.
Mier reviewing the City Staff Report dated January 25, 1999 we are at a loss to understand the
action of the City Council because we really believe this is a win -win project for the City of
Vernon and Douglas Steel. Please understand we take great pride in our building at our present
location, and expect to build another building that we and the City of Vernon can also be proud
of. You may rest assured that we are well aware that any building facing Slauson Ave. (the
major east/west corridor�rnust be functional and eye appealing, as well as be economical to
operate and be able to support the investment required to build it.
Any help or guidance you can give us to get this back on track would be greatly appreciated .
Very truly yours
Douglas Stein
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January 21, 1999
TO: Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City Administrator
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FROM: Samuel "Kevin" Wilson, Director of Community
�.4 Services & Water
SUBJECT: VARIANCE - D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. at 3311 Slauson
Avenue
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c),
Development Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck
loading spaces, for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue
in the City of Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building
consists of 53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square
feet of office space. The proposed building has provided 8
conforming truck loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance, and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading
spaces. These 11 non -conforming loading spaces are an integral
part of this prototype building design. D D Real Estate, L. L.
C. is proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator"
units, designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each
"incubator" unit will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading
space. The 4 remaining truck loading doors on the north side of
the building are designed to allow small trucks to access the
main building.
Herewith is the following evidence:
1. Staff report.
2. Application for variance.
3. Notice of Intent, Notice of Public Hearing, copies of
notification letters to owners and tenants in the area
and affidavits of posting and mailing.
4. Environmental Checklist Form and Initial Study
S. Proposed Negative Declaration
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In my opinion the proposed operation will pose no adverse
effects to the City of Vernon and will have no significant
effects on the environment, and no mitigating measures are
required.
The project is consistent with the General Plan as adopted
by the City of Vernon.
Therefore It is recommended that the City Council determine:
1. That the project is consistent with the General Plan as
adopted by the City of Vernon.
2. That the project will not have a significant effect on
the environment.
3. That the project will not individually or cumulatively
have an adverse effect on wildlife resources.
It is also recommended that a Negative Declaration be
adopted and that a Notice of Determination and a De Minimis
Finding be filed with the County Clerk.
It is recommended that the variance be granted with the
following conditions:
a) The number of conforming truck loading spaces on the
property shall not be reduced.
b) The usage of all non -conforming truck loading spaces
shall be limited so that no truck parked at or using the loading
space shall extend into the existing street right-of-way as shown
on the Master Plan of Streets, dated June 16, 1992.
c) All existing and future tenants shall be notified of
these restrictions and a condition stating this shall be placed
in all future leases.
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Attachments
STAFF REPORT
D AND D REAL ESTATE, L. L. C.
3311 SLAUSON AVENUE
VARIANCE APPLICATION
(December 29, 1998)
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c),
Development Standards for the property located at 3311 Slau.son
Avenue in the City of Vernon.
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c),
Development Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck
loading spaces, for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue
in the City of Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building
consists of 53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square
feet of office space. The proposed building has provided 8
conforming truck loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance, and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading
spaces. These 11 non -conforming loading spaces are an integral
part of this prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L.
L. C. is proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator"
units, designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each
"incubator" unit will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading
space. The 4 remaining truck loading doors on the north side of
the building are designed to allow small trucks to access the
main building.
To the North of the subject property is a separate parcel
owned by Douglass Steel Supply. In order to provide adequate
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automobile off-street parking a covenant was tied to the Douglas
Steel Supply Company property located at 5764 Alcoa Avenue.
Together, the Douglass Steel Supply Company and D and D Real
Estate, L. L. C. properties have provided the required number of
automobile parking spaces. The two facilities, together provided
147 parking spaces and were required to provide 147.
The proposed site is surrounded by industrial uses
compatible with the proposed use. No potentially significant
impacts are expected to result from the project. An initial
study has been conducted for the project in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) which identifies
potentially significant impacts on the environment from the
project. The study did not identify any adverse affects due to
the construction and operation of the project. A notice of
intent and determination will be filed with the County Clerk.
The facility complies with section 26.4.2-7(b) of the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance requiring four truck loading
spaces for buildings with a gross floor area between 50,001 and
100,000 square feet.
Staff proposes the following findings:
a) As previously mentioned the building has eleven non-
conforming truck loading spaces. Recessing the non -conforming
truck loading spaces to meet dimensional requirements would cause
a significant financial hardship to the applicant.
b) This variance will not adversely affect the interest of
the public or the interests of other residents and property
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owners within the vicinity of the premises because the applicant
has agreed to use shorter trucks at the recessed truck loading
space fronting Slauson Avenue and Alcoa Avenue to ensure that
vehicles will not extend into the street right-of-way while in
the loading space.
c) The facility meets the minimum number of truck loading
spaces as required by section 26.4.2-7(b) of the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance. The additional 11 truck loading spaces are an
integral part of this prototype building design.
The operation is in conformance with the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance and General Plan. Therefore, it is recommended
that the variance be granted with the following conditions:
a) The number of conforming truck loading spaces on the
property shall not be reduced.
b) The usage of all non -conforming truck loading spaces
shall be limited so that no truck parked at or using the loading
space shall extend into the existing street right-of-way as shown
on the Master Plan of Streets, dated June 16 1992.
c) All existing and future tenants shall be notified of
these restrictions and a condition stating this shall be placed
in all future leases.
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APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE
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%pplication is hereby made to the City of Vernon, petitioning for a variance for
he following described property:
I &gal description (give exact legal description) : 'Se-P attac'ned docurnent.
I �=Xgl _Location (give street address): R,411 qi;%,]Q0n Avenue
Icross street: Alcoa Avenue, Vernon, CA
AM 2f Aggliggnt(s) D&D Real Estate, L.L.C.
(print or type name of business)
I [ailing address-5764 Alcoa Avenue, Vernon, CA _Phone No.
I gwxd !Ibmer(s) of property: Name D&D Real Estate, L.L.C.
I Ailing addresp.5764 Alcoa Avenue, Vernon, CA Phone No.213-587-7676
I XS==X Owner(s) representative:C.S.I.
Iailing address., 835 Mission Street, So. Pasadena, CA Phone No.626-799-4400
elationship to owner(s) (engineer, contractor, attorney, purchaser,
essor)- Architect Written consent of owner(s) must be
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Ittached.
I -resent use of property: Vacant Lot Present Zoning: 17
I -roposed use of property: Manufacturing / Office
.ow long has owner held title to this property? Since 1993
re there any easements controlling the use of this property? d Yes
escribed Expiration date
re there any private or deed restrictions controlling use of this property?
DOX Yes, describe
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Variance applied for (described in detail the nature and purpose of
this request for which the premises are to be used) attach additional
sheet (s) if necessary:
See Attached
NOTICE TO APPLICANT: In the variance procedure it shall be shown that
the following five (5) conditions exist in reference to ,the property
being considered. The applicant should answer the following
statements. If you have difficulty finding reasonable answers to the
statements contained in this application it may be an indication that
your request has insufficient factors to justify approval. (Attach
additional sheet(s) if necessary.
(1) That special conditions and circumstances exist which are peculiar
to the land, structure, or building involved and which are not
generally applicable to other lands, structures, or buildings in the
same vicinity and zone:
See Attached
(2) That literal interpretation of the provisions of this ordinance
would deprive the applicant of rights commonly enjoyed by other
propertied in the same vicinity and zone in which the property is
located, under the terms of this Chapter.
See Attached
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(3) That the special conditions and circumstances do not result from
actions of the applicant:
This special condition & circumtances are direct result of the proposed
building plan design. Each additional roll up door provided is to service
amount or future units_ see attached site plan for clairifications
(4) That granting the variance requested will not confer on the
applicant any special privilege that is denied by this Chapter to other
lands, structures, or buildings in the same vicinity and zone in which
the property is located:
The granting of the variance requested will not confer us to any special
privilege that is denied by this chapter to other lands, structures
or buildings in the sam vicinity and zone in which the property is
located. The roll up doors are addition to the building min. requirments.
(5) That the granting of such variance will be in harmony and not
adversely affect the Comprehensive General Plan:
YES
NOTE:
Non -conforming use of neighboring lands, structures, or buildings shall
not be considered grounds for the issuance of a variance.
Are the required site and design plot plans showing the area covered in
the legal description and all existing and ,proposed improvements
attached? No/ is
Are the required three (3) area maps attached? No/es
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Is there a certified list attached of names and mailing addresses of
all property owners within 300' of the exterior boundaries of the
property in this application? No/Yes
Is the required fee enclosed? No/Yes
Make check or money order payable to the City of Vernon.
I declare under penalty of perjury that to the best of my knowledge and
belief the foregoing is true,, complete, and accurate.
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Signed • Date Sir 2� • 9'8
•property owners) o ovine s representative
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AFFIDAVIT OF MAILING
I, Peter Pirnejad, declare as follows:
1. That I am employed in the Community
Services Department in the position of Planning Assistant in the
Department of Community Services.
2. That on December 30, 1998 I mailed a copy of NOTICE
OF PUBLIC HEARING, NOTICE OF INTENT, PROPOSED NEGATIVE DECLARATION,
and ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM to be held on January 19, 1999'
along with the attached letter regarding a Variance application for
D AND D REAL ESTATE, L. L. C. to allow the use of 11 non -conforming
truck loading spaces at 3311 Slauson Avenue, to the owners, tenants
and interested parties on the attached lists, by United States Mail
with postage prepaid.,
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF VERNON )
I, Peter Pirnejad, Planning Assistant of the City of
Vernon, do hereby certify that I did, on the 30th day of December,
1998 at 2:30 p.m., post three (3) copies of:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, to be held on January 19, 1999,
NOTICE OF INTENT, PROPOSED NEGATIVE DECLARATION, and ENVIRONMENTAL
CHECKLIST FORM (see attached copies) regarding a Variance
application for D AND D REAL ESTATE, L. L. C., to allow the use of
11 non -conforming truck loading spaces at 3311 Slauson Avenue in
the City of Vernon.
One in each of the following places to wit: At the northwest',
corner of 38th Street and Santa Fe Avenue; the northeast corner of
Leonis Boulevard and Pacific Boulevard; and on the bulletin board
in the lobby of the City Hall of the City of Vernon, located at
4305 Santa Fe Avenue, all in said City, there being no newspaper of
general c'rcu atio nt and p lished in the City of Vernon.
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Peter Pir ejad, Planning Assistant
State of California )
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County of Los Angeles )
0n czVW.oi2u kkt\,0AA before me, Notary
Public, personally appeared Peter Pirnejad, personally known to me
(or known to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence) to be the
person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he executed the same in his authorized
capacity, and that by his signature on the instrument the person,
or the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the
instrument.
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VICINITY MAP
PROJECT SITE: Slauson Avenue & Alcoa Avenue
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CERTIFIED PROPERTY OWNER'S LIST
AFFIDAVIT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
CITY OF VERNON
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
I, ROBERT E.CUELLAR , declare under penalty of perjury, pursuant to Section 2015.5 of
the code of Civil Procedure, that the attached list contains the names and address of all
persons who are shown on the latest available assessment roll of the County of Los Angeles
as owners of the subject property and as owning property within a distance of three hundred
(300) feet of the exterior boundaries of property legally described on the attached application.
I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
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(626)441-1080 (800)400-MAPS Fax (626)441-8850
JOHN G. CATALDO
A.I.A. C.S.I.
DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
ARCHITECTURE / ENGINEERING ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS
City of Vernon
4305 South Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, Ca. 90058
Re: Variance
3311 Slauson Ave.
Vernon, Ca. 90058.
To whom it may concern,
The purpose of this letter is to describe the use and the intent of the additional roll -up
doors along the southerly elevation and westerly elevation. Due to its location, this
proposed commercial building Use would be desired by small manufacturing and
warehouse industrial users. The intent of the additional roll -up doors is to accommodate
each unit separetly. These doors are an addition to the minimum requirement per
the city of Vernon Zoning Ordinances. The roll -up doors will be used by small trucks
primarily pick-up trucks and not large trucks, which would require significant
maneuvenng area.
-Pierre Boladian
835 MISSION STREET, SOUTH PASADENA, CALIFORNIA 91030
TEL.: (626) 799-4400 FAX: (626) 799-7010
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NOTICE OF INTENT
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development
Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces,
for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of
53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office
space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces. These 11
non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this
prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. is
proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units,
designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4
remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building are
designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
Please take notice that a recommendation from the Director of
Community Services will be made to the City Council of the City of
Vernon during the regular meeting on January 19, 1999 to adopt a
Negative Declaration in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act.
A copy of the supporting evidence is available for public
review at my office between the hours of 7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Monday through Thursday.
You must submit written comments on these documents which will
be received by me at the address shown on the letterhead by
January 19, 1999. Comments received after this date may not be
given full consideration.
If you challenge the Negative Declaration, or any provisions
thereof in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues
you or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice
or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Vernon at, or
prior to, the meeting.
Very truly yours,
Samuel Kevin Wilson, P.E.
Director of Community Services & Water
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Torn Beattie
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Fullerton CA 92832-1831
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Los Angeles CA 90058-3918
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Copley Vernon No 1. Crow
5801 S. Eastern Ave. No. 100
Los Angeles CA 90040-4001
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Douglas Steel Supply Co
5764 Alcoa Ave.
Vernon CA 90058-3727
8. APN:6310-006-007
Robert Black
1737 Riverside Dr.
Glendale CA 91201-2815
11. APN:6310-006-014
Furniture Manufac Sandberg
5705 Alcoa Ave.
Los Angeles CA 90058-3736
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Goldberg & Solovy Foods Inc
5925 Alcoa Ave.
Vernon CA 90058-3920
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5764 Alcoa Ave.
Vernon CA 90058-3727
9. APN:6310-006-012
Maurice Black
1737 Riverside Dr.
Glendale CA 91201-2815
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Wek h'S Overall Cleaning Co Inc
47 S. 9th St. No. 2040
Minneapolis MN 55402-3101
APN: 6310-027-274
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John G. Cataldo, A.I.A. C.S.I. Jean Pierre Boladian GC Mapping Service
563 S. Lake Avenue 835 Mission Street Attention: Gilbert Castro
Pasadena CA 91101 S. Pasadena CA 91030 711 Mission Street, Suite B
So. Pasadena CA 91030
1. APN:6310-004-008
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8015 Paramount Blvd.
Pico Rivera CA 90660-4811
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Tom Beattie
135 W. Santa Fe Ave.
Fullerton CA 92832-1831
7. APN:6310-005-270
L A City Dept of Water & Power
P.O. Box 51111
Los Angeles CA 90051-0100
' 10. APN: 6310-0 %-013
Furniture Manufac Sandberg
3251 E. Slauson Ave.
Los Angeles CA 90058-3918
2. APN:6310-004-009
Samjin America Inc
11491 Thurston Circle
Los Angeles CA 90049-2425
5. APN:6310-005-008,009
Douglas Steel Supply Co
5764 Alcoa Ave.
Vernon CA 90058-3727
3. APN:6310-004-010
Bundy Slauson Investors
9744 Wilshire Blvd. No. 210
Beverly Hills CA 90212-1812
6. APN:6310.005-010
D & D Real Estate Lk:
5764 Alcoa Ave.
Vernon CA 90058-3727
8. APN:6310-006-007
9. APN:6310-006-012
Robert Black
Maurice Black
1737 Riverside Dr.
1737 Riverside Dr.
Glendale CA 91201-2815
Glendale CA 91201-2815
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Furniture Manufac Sandberg
Wek:h'S Overall Cleaning Co Inc
5705 Alcoa Ave.
47 S. 9th St. No. 2040
Los Angeles CA 90058-3736
Minneapolis MN 55402-3101
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Copley Vernon No 1. Crow Goldberg & Solovy Foods Inc
5801 S. Eastern Ave. No. 100 5925 Alcoa Ave. SAME AS # 7
Los Angeles CA 90040-4001 Vernon CA 90058-3920
John G. Caia old -, KFA. C.S.I.
563 S. Lake Avenue
Pasadena CA 91101
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835 Mission Street
S. Pasadena CA 91030
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711 Mission Street, Suite B
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Los Angeles, Ca 90053
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25S E. Temple Street S'�'
suite I No 400 N. Montebello Boulevard 2650 Zoe Avenue - 2nd Floor
Laos Angeles, CA 90012 Montebello, CA 90640 Huntington Park, CA 90255
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City of Los Angele
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Planning Department
Real Estate and Asset Management Branch
200 N. g Street
6330 Pine Street
Environmental Review Unit
355 South Grand Avenue, Suite 500
Lo geles, CA 90012
Bell, CA 90201
Los Angers, CA 90071
Gloria Molina
Mothers of East L.A.
Los Anger County
Director of Planning
Board of Supervisors
Ms. Guiterrez
Jos Had - Room 1390
500 West Temple Street
924 S. Mott Street
320 west Temple Street
Suite 856
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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21865 E. Copley Drive
5220 Santa Ana Street
4319 Slauson Avenue
Diamond Bar; CA 91765
Cudahy, CA 90201
Maywood, CA 90270
J.J. Little
Sidney R. Title
John Kinas
J.J. Little C any, Inc.
Market Properties, Inc.
United States Aluminum
3700 S Fe Avenue
5245 Pacific Concourse
3663 Bandini Boulevard
V n, CA 90058
Suite 190
Vernon, CA 90023
Los Angeles, CA 90045
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H.P. Long
Ron Matik
Metal Products Engineering
Sweetener Products
33292 Pleasant Oak Drive
3050 Leonis Boulevard
2050 E. 38 h Street
Springville, CA 93265
Vernon, CA 90058
Vernon, CA 90058
Catellus Development Corp.
Louis Chertkow
Ellen Orlando
The Bradbury Building
Elkay Plastics Company, Inc.
Karen Lehrer
304 S. Broadway, 4' Floor
P.O. Box 23008
2300 E. 11" Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Vernon, CA 90023
Los Angeles, CA 90021
Connie M. Carrasco, President E.J. Contreras
Chem -Tech Systems, Inc. Owens -Brockway
3650 East 26 h Street 2901 Fruitland Avenue
Vernon, CA 90023 Vernon, CA 90058
James H. Hilands City of Long Beach
Heger Realty Corporation Office of the City Manager
5657 E. Washington Boulevard City Hall
Los Angeles, CA 90040 333 W. Ocean Boulevard, 131 Floor
Long Beach, CA 90802
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Arlington, Virginia 22210-1448
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J.J. Little Company, Inc. Environmental Planning Department
9945 Malgar Drive 221 N. Figueroa Street
Whittier, CA 90603 Room 1500
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Catellus Development Corporation
304 S. Broadway #4THFL
Los Angeles, CA 90013-1209
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F EB 8 199 NOT=CE OF_ INTENT � 1, UUUN � Y CLE%
DEPUTY
�pm,�et�i D and D Real Estate, L. L. C_.__ has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning"Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development
Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces,
for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of
53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office
space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces. These 11
non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this
prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. is
proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units,
designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4
remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building are
designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
• Please take notice that a recommendation from the Director of
Community Services will be made to the City Council of the City of
Vernon during the regular meeting on January 19, 1999 to adopt a
Negative Declaration in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act.
A copy of the supporting evidence is available for public
review at my office between the hours of 7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Monday through Thursday.
You must submit written comments on these documents which will
be received by me at the address shown on the letterhead by
January 19, 1999. Comments received after this date may not be
given full consideration.
If you challenge the Negative Declaration, or any provisions
• thereof in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues
you or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice
or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Vernon at, or
prior to, the meeting.
Very truly yours,
Samuel Kevin Wilson, P.E.
Director of Community Services & Water
THIS NOTICE; WAS POSTED
PP ON JAN 0 7 1999
UNTIL FEB 0 8 1099
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To: Office of Planning and Research From: City of Vernon
1400 Tenth Street, Room 121 4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95814 Vernqft QgAwr9omD
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County of Los Angeles
Environmental Filings
12400 E. Imperial Hwy. Rm 1101
Norwalk, CA 90650
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Filing of Notice of Determination in compliance with Section 21108 or 21152 of the Public Resources Code.
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C.
State Clearinghouse Number Lead Agency: (Area Code)Telephone/Extension: Contact Person:
City of Vernon (323) 583-8811 / 219 Peter Pirne'ad
Project Location (include county)
3311 Slauson Avenue, Vernon, CA 90058 - Los
Project Description:
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section
26.4.2-8(c), Development Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces, for the property located
at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of 53,922 square feet
of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck loading
spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces.
These 11 non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this prototype building design. D & D Real Estate, L.
L. C. is proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units, designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each
"incubator" unit will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4 remaining truck loading doors on the
north side of the building are designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
This is to advise that the City of Vernon has approved the above described project on January 26, 1999 and has
made the following determinations regarding the above described project:
1. The project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
2. A Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
3. A statement of Overriding Considerations was not adopted for this project.
4. Findings were not made pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
This is to certify that the Negative Declaration with comments and res I&a�coject approval is available
to the General Public at: THI S
FEB 0 8 1999
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(Public Agency)
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De Minimis Impact Finding FILED
Project Title/Location (include county): FEB 0 81999
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C �M iVlyCLERK
3311 Slauson Avenue DEPUTY
Vernon, CA 90058
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Project Description:
D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from the
Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development
Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces,
for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot_ building consists of
53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office
space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces. These 11
non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this
prototype building design. D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. is
proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units,
designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4
remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building are
designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
The City Council of the City of Vernon has determined that
this project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
(See Resolution No. 7263).
Certification:
I hereby certify that the public agency has made the above
finding and that the project will not individually or cumulatively
have an adverse effect on wildlife resources, as defined in Section
711.2 of the Fish and Game Code.
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Title: Director of Community
Services & Water
Lead Agency: City of Vernon
Date: February 3. 1999
City of. Vernon
NOTICE OF INTENT
4305 Santa lie Avenue
%ernon, Cd&mh 90 M
(323) 583-8899
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development
Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces,
for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of
53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office
space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces. These 11
non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this
prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. is
proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units,
designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4
remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building are
designed to allow small trucks to access the main .building.
Please take notice that a recommendation from the Director of
Community Services will be made to the City Council of the City of
Vernon during the regular meeting on January 19, 1999 to adopt a
Negative Declaration in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act
A copy of the supporting evidence is available for public
review at my office between the hours of 7:15 a.m. and 5:15 P.M.
Monday through Thursday.
You must submit written comments on these documents which will
be received by me at the address shown on the letterhead by
January 19, 1999. Comments received after this date may not be
given full consideration.
If you challenge the Negative Declaration, or any provisions
thereof in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues
you or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice
or in written correspondence delivered to the City of. Vernon at, or
prior to, the meeting.
Very truly yours,
Aoe
Samuel Kevin Wilson, P.E.
Director of Community Services & Water
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City of Vernon
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, California 90058
(323)583-8811
The City of Vernon will conduct a Public Hearing which you
may attend.
Place: Vernon City Hall
City Council Chambers
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Time: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 at 5:00 p.m.
Applicant: D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
The purpose of the hearing is to obtain testimony from
affected and/or interested persons regarding this application.
The public is also invited to submit written comments regarding
the request prior to the Hearing.
Request: Grant a variance to allow the applicant to
utilize 11 non -conforming truck loading
spaces
Property Involved: 3311 Slauson Avenue
in the City of Vernon
(see reverse side)
Review of the file: The application, maps, and supporting
information are available in the office of
Community Services, Vernon City Hall,
4305 Santa Fe Avenue, between the hours of
7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Monday through
Thursday.
If You challenge the granting of this variance or any
Provisions thereof in court, You may be limited to raising only
those issues you or someone else raised at the hearing described
in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City
of Vernon at, or prior to, the meeting.
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BRUCE V. MALKENHORST
City Administrator/City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL
LEONIS C. MALBURG
Mayor
THOMAS A. YBARRA
Mayor Pro-Tem
Wm. 'BILL DAVIS
Councilman
H. "LARRY" GONZALES
Councilman
W. MICHAEL McCORMICK
Councilman
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST
City Administrator / City Clerk
FAX (323) 581-7924
DAVID B. BREARLEY
City Attorney
FAX: (626) 330-5818
KEVIN WILSON
Director of Community Services & Water
FAX: (323) 588-2761
CITY HALL
4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA 90058
TELEPHONE (323) 583-8811
December 30, 1998
Interested parties or property owners
KENNETH J. DeDARIO
Director of Municipal Utilities
FAX: (323) 583-1983
DAVE TELFORD
Fire Chief
FAX: (323) 581-1385
BRUCE W. OLSON
Police Chief
FAX: (323) 583-5236
Enclosed herewith for your information is a Notice of Public
Hearing to consider an application for variance for the property
at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of Vernon. The applicant, D
and D Real Estate, L. L. C., is requesting a variance to allow
the use of 11 non -conforming truck loading spaces.
A copy of the application and supporting evidence is
available for public review at my office between the hours of
7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
You are welcome to attend the meeting on January 19, 1999 or
to send written comments prior to the meeting if you so desire.
This notice is intended for interested parties or property
owners within the project area. If you are no longer a property
owner in this area, please forward this notice to the new
property owner.
Very truly yours,
Samuel Kevin Wilson, P.E.
Director of Community Services & Water
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Enclosure
Additional Attachments:
1. Environmental Checklist Form and Initial Study
2. Proposed Negative Declaration
3. Notice of Intent
CITY COUNCIL
LEONIS C. MALBURG
Mayor
THOMAS A. YBARRA
Mayor Pro -Tern
WaL "BILL" DAVIS
Councilman
H. "LARRY" GONZALES
Councilman
W. MICHAEL McCORNUCK
Councilman
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST
City Administrator / City Clerk
FAX (323) 581-7924
DAVID B. BREARLEY
CityAttorney FAX 626) 33D-5818
KEVIN WILSON
Director of Community Services & Water
FAX: (323) 58&2761
CITY HALL
4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA 90058
TELEPHONE (323) 583-8811
December 30, 1998
Interested parties or property owners:
KENNETH J. DeDARIO
Director of Municipal Utilities
FAX: (323) 583-1983
DAVE TELFORD
Fire Chief
FAX (323) 581-1385
BRUCE W. OLSON
Police Chief
FAX (323) 583-5236
Enclosed herewith for your information is a Notice of Public
Hearing to consider an application for variance for the property
at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of Vernon. The applicant, D
and D Real Estate, L. L. C., is requesting a variance to allow
the use of 11 non -conforming truck loading spaces.
A copy of the application and supporting evidence is
available for public review at my office between the hours of
7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
You are welcome to attend the meeting on January 19, 1999 or
to send written comments prior to the meeting if you so desire.
This notice is intended for interested parties or property
owners within the project area. If you are no longer a property
owner in this area, please forward this notice to the new
property owner.
Very truly yours,
Samuel Kevin Wilson, P.E.
Director of Community Services & Water
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Enclosure
Additional Attachments:
1. Proposed Negative Declaration
2. Notice of Intent
City of Vernon
1. Project Title:
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4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, Califomia 90058
(323) 583-8811
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM AND INITIAL STUDY
Lead Agency Name and Address:
Contact Person and Phone Number:
Project Location:
Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
General Plan Designation:
Zoning:
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
City of Vernon
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Samuel "Kevin" Wilson
(323)583-8811
3311 Slauson Avenue
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
5764 Alcoa Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
M, General Industry
M, General Industry
8. Description of Project: D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces, for the
property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of 53,922
square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square feet of office space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces.
These 11 non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
is proposing to subdivide the building into 7 "incubator" units, designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4 remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building
are designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
9. Other agencies whose approval is required (and permits needed):
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Environmental Factors Potentially.Alleited:
The environmental factors checked below could be potentially affected by this point, involving at least
one impact that is a "Potentially Significant impact" or "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigated," as
indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
C) Land Use and Planning
0 Population and Housing
0 Geophysical
0 Water
0 Air Quality
Determination.
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
13 Transportation/Circulation
13 Biological Resources
0 Energy and Mineral Resources
0 Hazards
13 Noise
0 Mandatory Findings of Significance
C3 Public Services
0 Utilities and Service Systems
Cl Aesthetics
0 Cultural Resources
0 Recreation
I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment,
and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment,
there will not be a significant effect in this case bemuse the mitigation measures described on
an attached sheets have been added to the project A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and
an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least
one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal
standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as
described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "Potentially significant impact" or "potentially
significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but it
must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
Signature DA9=ba 30-1998
Date
Samuel Kevin Wilson.-P.E. !Qfty of Vernon
Printed Name For
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
Potentially
Potentially Significant Less Than
Significant Unless Significant No
Impact Mitigated Impact Impact
L LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designation
or zoning? ❑ O ❑ X
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans
or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction
over the project? p ❑ ❑ X
a and b. The project area is zoned M, General Industry. The site is currently empty and vacant. The City of Vernon is
primarily made up of industrial and distribution type facilities. The use conforms with the zoning ordinance as well as with the
General Plan, local codes and ordinances as they now exist. The new building will at a minimum, conform to the building
requirements of applicable codes and ordinances. The project is not in conflict with any environmental plans or policies.
c) Affect agricultural resources or operations
(e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts
from incompatible land uses)? 0 0 ❑ X
c. The City of Vernon is an industrial city with no agricultural land use within its boundaries. Therefore, the project, as
proposed, will not affect agricultural resources or operations.
d) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of
an established community (including a low income
or minority community)? ❑ O 0 X
d. The site is surrounded by compatible uses and will not disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an established
community. The site at 3311 Siauson has predominantly been used for industrial activity. The proposed use is consistent with
the historic uses of the site.
H. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the proposal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local
population projections? 0 ❑ ❑ X .
b) Induce substantial ,growth in an area either directly
or indirectly (e g. through projects in an undeveloped
area or extension of major infrastructure)? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
a and b. The population of the City of Vernon is approximately 90, with up to 50,000 people working in the City. The
site is currently an empty vacant lot. No gauge in population or housing will occur as a result of the project. The project will
not induce substantial growth directly or indirectly.
c) Displaceexisting housing, especially affordable
housing? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
c. No housing currently exists on the proposed project. Thus, the project will not displace housing.
III. G
EOPHYSICAL. Would the proposal result in or
expose people 10 potential impacts involving:
a) Seismicity: fault rupture? ❑ ❑ X ❑
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a. The project is located in the seismically active southern California region. However, no active faults or Alquist-Priolo
Special Study Zones are known to traverse the City or the project area
b) Seismicity: ground shaking or liquefaction?
0 O X 0
b. According to the City's Master Environmental Assessment (MEA), the proposed project area is not considered
potentially susceptible to liquefaction! No impact is anticipated.
c) Seismicity: seiche or tsunami?
d) Landslides or mudslides?
0 0 0 X
0 0 0 X
c and d. The project is located in a densely developed central section of Los Angeles County. The project is at a
considerable distance from the ocean and any large bodies of open water, and is not subject to seiches or tsunamis. The project
area is flat, located away from hillsides, and is not affected by landslides or mudflows.
e) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil
conditions from excavation, grading or fill?
f) Subsidence of the land?
g) Expansive soils?
h) Unique geologic or physical features?
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e through h. The site is currently undeveloped with no substantial subgrade structures, and no such structures are proposed to
be constructed. Aside from excavating to construct the foundation, there will be no substantial excavations to occur with the
proposed project. Grading and other site preparation activities on the proposed site will be relatively limited and will not have
the potential to result in unstable soil conditions or change the geological substructures. All construction activity will proceed
in compliance with the City requirements which include measures to prevent erosion or unstable soil conditions. Therefore,
this impact is considered less than significant.
Vernon is a fully urbanized industrial city. No geologic features exist within the project area The channelized Los
Angeles River runs through the City, but the project will not affect the river.
IV. WATER Would the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage patterns,
or the rate and amount of surface runoff. 0 0 X t:3
a. The project is located in a highly urbanized area and is unpaved with no set drainage systems. The proposed site shall
be completely paved with a drainage system that meets City of Vernon standards. The proponent shall be required to construct
all necessary drainage improvements in accordance with City standards and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) requirements. Therefore, the impact will be less than significant.
b) Exposure of people or property to water related
hazards such as flooding? 0 O O X
b. According to the City of Vernon Master Environmental Assessment (MEA), the Los Angeles River flows through the
City in a concrete channel 2. The river channel, in conjunction with other major improvements in the region, has greatly
reduced the probability of a major flood occurring in the City of Vernon. However, intense thunderstorms of short duration
have been known to occur and result in localized flooding and ponding in areas extensively covered by buildings or paving.
The project will include all necessary drainage improvements to provide for adequate site drainage, in compliance with existing
City Standards. Therefore, the proposed project will cause no impact.
c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of
surface water quality (e.g. temperature, dissolved
oxygen or turbidity)? 0 0 0 X
c. No surface water bodies are located near the project and the project is not expected to directly discharge into such
water or change the amount of any water bodies located in the vicinity. All construction will proceed in compliance with
NPDES requirements.
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d) Changes in the amount of surface water
in any water body? fl fl fl X
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction
of water movements? ❑ fl fl X
d and e. No surface water bodies are located near the project and the project is not expected to directly discharge into
such water or change the amount of any water bodies located in the vicinity. All construction will proceed in compliance with
NPDES requirements. Therefore, the proposed project will cause no impact.
f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, either
through direct additions or withdrawals, or through
interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of groundwater? ❑ p ❑ X
f and g. The proposed project will be a new construction with support structures above ground. No substantial
excavation or other extensive below -grade work that could affect quantity, direction, or flow of groundwater is anticipated to
occur.
h) Impacts to groundwater quality? fl El fl X
ir. The proposed project will be required to comply with the NPDES permit requirements and any conditions issued by
the Regional Water Quality Control Board. These requirements art designed to prevent groundwater pollution during both the
construction and operation of such development. The entire site will be paved, and there will be little percolation occurring.
Therefore, no impact is expected to occur from the proposed project.
V AIR QUALITY: Would the proposal;
a) Violate any air quality standard or contribute to
an existing or projected air quality violation? ❑ fl X
a. The City of Vernon is located within the South Coast Air Basin of California. The basin covers a 6,600-square mile
area within Orange County, non -desert portions of Los Angeles County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. Air
quality in the basin is monitored by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) at 35 monitoring stations
throughout the area The monitoring station nearest to the City of Vernon is the Piro Rivera station. Readings at the station
are used to characterize air quality in the City of Vernon.
During Construction
During construction there will be dust associated with normal construction activities. The applicant shall haves dust
control program in place in compliance with AQMD standards to avoid any impacts. The community services department
shall monitor the construction activities during routine site inspections. There shall clearly be no significant impact associated
with dust during construction at the proposed site. Based on previous studies of air quality impacts caused by emissions from
construction related equipment of projects of this size, it has been determined that there will not be a significant impact based
on the Threshold of Significance in the CEQA Air Quality Handbook' & 4
During Operation
Traffic entering and exiting the site is predicted to be the only contributing factor to air quality during ope atiorr. The
project site has a history of industrial type activity and any new occupants shall comply with local and State air quality
standards. All new occupants will be required to obtain a certificate of occupancy which shall verify that all new equipment
complies with AQMD standards, if applicable. All new occupants, required to comply with CEQA, shall be reviewed per the
"Thresholds Used to Determine Significance of Impact" in the Final Environmental Impact Report of the Firg AMMdment IQ
the 8edevelo2nt Plan for the Industrial Red«ygl nment Project. If the project is determined to have a significant impact
then it shall be mitigated as set forth in the said document.
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? ❑ ❑ X ❑
b. Vernon is an industrial community. Within one quarter mile to the east exists residents in the Cities of Maywood and
Huntington Park (distance threshold established by the South Coast Air Quality Management District)'. If required, a dust
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control program shall be put into effect as required by the, Lin -al Environmental Im acn t Report of the First Amendment to the
Redevelooment Plan for the Industrial Redmii entEWiect to avoid any impacts from dust and exhaust during
construction. Therefore, there will be no impacts to sensitive receptors.
c) Alter air movement, moisture, or temperature, or
cause any change in climate? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
c. The proposed project will create no unusual conditions which could alter air movement, moisture, temperature, or
climate.
d) Create objectionable odors?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
d. The proposed project is not expected to create objectionable odors. Any complaints of odors from neighboring
occupants to the proposed facility, received by the City of Vernon, shall be monitored and resolved. Therefore, there will be
clearly no significant environmental impact.
Vl. TRANSPORTATIONICIRCULATION.
Would the proposal result in:
a) increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion?
❑ ❑ X ❑
IL Several freeways serve Vernon. To the north is the Santa Ana (1-5), Santa Monica (1-10) and the Hollywood (1-101)
freeways, to the west is the harbor Freeway (I-110) Freeways, then and to the east is the Long Beach Freeway (1-710). Vernon
has several arterials which bisect the City. The site has access to Alcoa Avenue and Slauson Avenue which are 55 and 90 feet
in width, respectively. The proposed project has complied with the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance and granted the City of
Vernon a 5 foot easement on Alcoa Avenue to expand it from 50 to 55 feet. Although the Master Plan of Street Widths calls
out that Alcoa Avenue be widened to 60 feet, both streets are of adequate size and pavement type to handle the traffic
generated by the new facility.
During Construction
During construction vehicles will typically, either enter the City of Vernon and travel to the site on Slauson Avenue or, if
they are arriving from the 1-5 ,1-10 or I-101, they will travel south on Downey Road or Soto Street, then to Slauson Avenue
and to the site. All streets are of adequate size and capacity to handle the traffic generated by the project. Construction traffic
will be light and will not be significant enough to create any impacts to local streets or increase congestion.
During Operation
Each occupant will be evaluated and shall be required to comply with the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance which
restricts uses that are traffic intensive. Projects required to comply with CEQA and determined to exceed the, "Thresholds
Used to Determine Significance of Impact" set forth in the Final EIR for the First AmodMol to the Industrial Redeveloom.�rt
Elm shall be mitigated per said document. It is not anticipated, however, that the project will generate an impact.
b) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp
curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible
uses (e.g. farm equipment)? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
b. The proposed site is located in an existing industrial area with similar manufacturing and industrial type uses. The
project site has a history of industrial type uses and is compatible with surrounding uses. There will be no hazardous
intersections or sharp curves associated with the proposed project. No safety hazard resulting from incompatible uses are
expected.
c) Inadequate emergency access or access
to nearby uses?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
c. The proposed site will include emergency access and access to nearby uses, as required by the City and the Uniform
Fire Code.
d) Insufficient parking capacity on -site or
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off -site?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
d. According to the City of Vernon Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, the project requires 147 automobile parking spaces'.
The proposed project provides 147 automobile parking spaces. The project will have sufficient on -site parking and thus will
have no significant impact.
c) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians
or bicyclists! ❑ ❑ O X
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting
alternative transportation (e.g. bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
e through E The proposed project area is surrounded by manufacturing and industrial uses with some residential type
uses approximately .25 miles east of the proposed facility. Public Transportation will not be affected by the proposed project.
Public access to the building will be provided which complies with all ADA requirements. It is standard procedure that
contractors operate in a manner to insure pedestrian safety. The project will be constructed in accordance with Chapter 3303
of the Uniform Building Code - Protection of Pedestrians During Construction or Demolition. The project will therefore create
no significant impact to pedestrians or conflict with policies supporting alternative transportation.
g)
Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts?
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The
activity at the site does not involve direct waterborne, rail or air traffic and will
create no impact.
VII.
BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES.
Would the proposal result in impacts to:
a)
Endangered, threatened or rare species or their
•habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish,
insects, animals, and bids)?
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b)
Locally designated species
(e.g. heritage trees)?
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❑ . X
c)
Locally designated natural communities (e g. oak
forest, (e.g. oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)?
❑
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❑ X
d)
Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and
vernal pool)?
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❑ X
e)
Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors?
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a through e. The project is in a highly developed industrial area Neither plant or wildlife habitat, nor other biological
resources exist in the project area. The project will not affect such resources.
VIIL ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES
Would the proposal.
a) Conflict with adapted energy conservation plans? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
a. The proposed project will be constructed to meet existing energy conservation regulations of State Title 24, and will
comply with all requisite energy conservation regulations.
b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and
inefficient manner?
❑ ❑ X ❑
b. Construction of the proposed new facility will involve the use of energy, building materials, water, and other resources
in amounts typical of other general office developments in the region. This construction will not cause any significant impact
to non-renewable resources. The energy used by this operation will not be substantial. There will be no impact to the City of
Vernon Utility Department.
IX. HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve:
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a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of
hazardous substances (including, but not limited to
oil, Pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
b) Possible interference with an emergency response
plan or emergency evacuation plan? ❑ (3 ❑ X
c) The creation of any health hazard or
potential health hazard? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
d) Exposure of people to existing sources
of potential health hazards? ❑ ❑ 0 X
a, b, c, and d. Every tenant of the new facility will be required to obtain approval fi+o m the City of Vernon
Environmental Health Department which will enforce applicable hazardous materials and waste regulations and requirements.
Every new occupant must also comply with the provisions of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance which restricts the use of
Hazardous Waste Treatment Facilities. All new occupants shall comply with the local codes and the Uniform Fire tide in
respect to emergency response and evacuation plans. All new occupants shall disclose any potential health hazards as required
by local, state and federal standards. There will clearly be no significant impact.
e) increased fire hazard in areas with flammable
brush, grass, or tees? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
trees. e. The proposed site is located in a completely built -out urbanized area that does not contain flammable grass, brush, or
X. NOISE. Would the proposal result in
a) Increases in existing noise levels?
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels?
❑ [3 X ❑
❑ ❑ ❑ X
a and b. During Construction of the new building there will be limited short -terra, localized noise. However, the project is
within an industrial area and is consistent with the normal daily activities of the City. Construction activities will be limited to
hours permitted by the City. During operation, noise shall comply with the guidelines set forth in the City of Vernon General
Plan . Therefore, there will be no significant impact.
XL PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an
effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered
government services in any of thefollowing areas:
a) Fire protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
b) Police protection? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
c) Schools? 13 ❑ ❑ X
a through c. The proposed project will not pose a need for new or altered fire, police or school services within the City
of Vernon.
d) Maintenance of public facilities, including
rods?
❑ ❑ X ❑
d. The project will be required to maintain all materials on -site and prevent any off -site migration of trash or materials,
unless hauled off by a refuse company. During operation, the site shall be maintained to prevent any impacts to the
maintenance of public facilities. Therefore, there will clearly be no significant impact to public facilities.
e) Other governmental services? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
e. No impact on governmental services will result.
X1I. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the
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proposal result in a need for new systems, or
substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas
O ❑ 0 X
a. The proposed site is Iocated in an area that is fully urbanized and served by an existing extensive electricity and gas
infrastructure. Implementation of the project is not expected to result in the need for new power lines or natural gas systems.
b) Communications systems?
0 0 0 X
b. The proposed site will be served by existing communication systems. The telephone, cable, and other communication
systems are adequate and available to serve the proposed site. No need for new communication systems are required to serve
the proposed site.
c) Local or regional water treatment or
distribution facilities?
d) Sewer or septic tanks?
e) Storm water drainage?
f) Solid waste disposal?
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c through L The site can easily be served with water, sewer, and storm water drainage utilities. All main lines are in
place and the proposed operation will not require any additional services beyond those presently offered. Trash will be picked
up regularly as needed, therefore, there will be no impact.
XIH. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal.•
a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway?
b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic effect?
O 0 0 X
0 0 X 0
a and b. Aesthetic impacts were considered during construction and operation.
During Construction
During construction the site will have the aesthetic appeal of a typical construction site. There will be vehicles and
activities related to construction visible from Sisuson Avenue and Alcoa Avenue. This, however, is typical of the type of
activities that take place in an industrial city such as Vernon. The construction will be localized. The project does not provide
any scenic vistas open to the public. Therefore, the proposed project will create no impact.
During Operation
The project, upon completion, will convert the existing empty vacant lot, into a building consistent with the other
manufacturing and industrial buildings in the area There shall be no visual impact from the project.
c) Create light or glare? 17 0 0 X
C. The site is located in a highly developed area and lighting of facilities is common. However, construction shall occur
during daylight hours to avoid the need for excess light. In addition, the proposed building material is a non -reflective surface
to avoid any glare impacts. Therefore, no impacts from light or glare are anticipated.
XIV. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal:
a) Disturb paleontological resources?
b) Disturb archaeological resources?
❑ O ❑ X
❑ ❑ ❑ X
a and b. The project is on a site that has been historically developed. Because no substantial excavation is anticipated as,
part of the development, the potential for disturbing previously un-encountered archaeological resources is considered remote.
Therefore, no impact is expected.
c) Affect historical resources?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
C. According to the Master Environmental Assessment the potential for disturbing previously unencountered historic
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resources on the project site is very remote.' Therefore, the proposed project will create no impact
d) Have the potential to cause a physical change which
would affect unique ethnic cultural values? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses within the
potential impact area? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
d and e. The project site is in a highly developed area with industrial and related type uses. No known unique ethnickultural
resources, or religious or sacred uses exist in the project area. Therefore, no impact is expected.
XV. RECREATION. Would the proposal:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood
or regional parks or other recreational
facilities?
b) Affect existing recreational opportunities?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
❑ ❑ ❑ X
a and b. The project will not result in an increase in residential population in Vernon. No impact on the demand for
recreation opportunities is anticipated. No parks or recreation facilities exist on the project site nor is one planed on the site.
XVi. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE.
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce the
habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or
wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, reduce the number or restrict the range
of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate
important examples of major periods of
California history or prehistory?
❑ ❑ ❑ X
a. The City of Vernon is primarily made up of industrial and distribution type facilities with limited plant life. Plant life
is limited to non-native and ornamental species which are used for landscaping. Animal life in Vernon and nearby urban
communities consists of bird, reptile and mamrnal species that live in close proximity to man. There are no endangered species
in Vernon. There are no important examples of major periods of California history. Therefore, the proposed project will
create no impact,
b) Does the project have the potential to achieve
short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term,
environmental goals? ❑ ❑ ❑ X
b• The proposed project is in conformance with the City of Vernon General Plan. The zoning of the site is K which
allows industrial and manufacturing uses. The proposed project has addressed all environmental concerns prior to this initial
study thus there will be clearly no significant environmental impact. There will not be an impact on long-term environmental
goals.
c) Does the project have impacts that are individually
limited, but cumulatively considerable?
("Cumulatively considerable" means that the
incremental effects of a project are considerable
when viewed in connection with the effects of past
projects, the effects of other current projects, and
the effects of probable future projects)
El ❑ X ❑
c- The impacts associated with this project are negligible and will have clearly no significant impact. Planned projects
and ones currently under construction were considered in determining the overall cumulative affect and it was determined that
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there still is clearly no significant impact. 'There are no environmental issues that would constitute a cumulative impact.
Therefore, there will clearly be no significant cumulative impact
d) Does the project have environmental effects which
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings, either directly or indirectly? p p p X
d. There are no environmental impacts caused by the project that will cause adverse effects on human beings.
References
l .City of Vernon Master Environmental Assessment (MEA). Cotton / Beland / Associates, 1989
2.City of Vernon Master Environmental Assessment (MEA). Cotton / Beland I Associates, 1989
3.GEQA Air Quality eland Book South Coast Air Quality Management District. November 1990. Chapter 6
4.Air Quality Analysis prepared for the Final Negative Declaration for Container Recycling Alliance located at 3211 26* Street in the City of
Vernon, 1 "8
$.CEQA Air Quality Nand Boa& south Coast Air Quality Management District. November 19W. Chapter 6
6.Finai Environmental IMOW R= of the First Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Industrial Re4evclo1)ment Proiect
Conon/BlendlAssociatees, Inc., June, 1998
7.Cityof Vernon Comprehensive Zoning.Ordinance, City of Vernon, April 18, 1989
8. The City of Vernon General Plan, Adopted April 18, 1989
9.City of Vernon Master Environmental Assessment (MEA). Cotton / Beland / Associates, 1989
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City of Vernon
LEAD AGENCY-.
PROJECT TITLE:
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, California 90058
(323) 583-8811
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
PROPOSED
PROJECT LOCATION:
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
City of Vernon
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
3311 Slauson Avenue
D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. has requested a variance from
the Comprehensive Zoning ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c), Development
Standards, to allow the use of non -conforming truck loading spaces,
for the property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon. The proposed 63,172 square foot building consists of
53,922 square feet of manufacturing and 9,250 square.feet of office
space. The proposed building has provided 8 conforming truck
loading spaces, as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
and 11 additional non -conforming truck loading spaces. These 11
non -conforming loading spaces are an integral part of this
Prototype building design. D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. is
proposing to subdivide the building into 7 'incubator" units,
designed to cater to small manufacturers. Each "incubator" unit
will include one 8 foot by 20 foot truck loading space. The 4
remaining truck loading doors on the north side of the building are
designed to allow small trucks to access the main building.
FINDINGS:
The City Council of the City of Vernon has determined that
this project will not have a significant effect on the
environment.
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RESOLUTION NO. 7263
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A RESO/DREAL
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITRNON GRANTING A VARIANCE
TO D ESTATE, L. L. C. FROM
SECTION 26.4.2-8, DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS, OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING
ORDINANCE, FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
3311 SLAUSON AVENUE IN THE CITY OF
VERNON
WHEREAS, D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. owns the
property located at 3311 Slauson Avenue in the City of
Vernon and is requesting a variance from Section 26.4.2-8,
Development Standards, of the Comprehensive Zoning
Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the property is unique in that the
proposed spec building measures 63,172 square feet and has 8
conforming truck loading spaces; and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-7(b)
requires 4 truck loading spaces for buildings with a gross
floor area between 50,001 and 100,000 square feet in size;
I and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.2-8(c)
specifies that each truck loading space shall be a minimum
of 10 feet wide and 65 feet long; and
WHEREAS, Zoning Ordinance Section 26.4.E-4(c) of
the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance provides that a non-
conforming building must comply with off-street loading
provisions within five years of April 18, 1989 unless a
variance is granted; and
December 29, 1998
TO: Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City Administrator
FROM: Samuel "Kevin" Wilson, Director of Community
1 Services & Water
SUBJECT: VARIANCE - D and D Real Estate, L. L. C. at 3311
Slauson Avenue
D and D Real Estate, L. L..C. has submitted a complete
application for a variance. They are proposing to utilize eleven
non -conforming truck loading spaces. It is recommended that you
receive this application and that a public hearing for this
application be set for January 19, 1999.
On the basis of the supplied information, it appears that
the project will require a Negative Declaration per the
California Environmental Quality Act process.
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Attachment
Memo to Set PH.wpd
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Vernon will conduct a Public Hearing which you
may attend.
Place: Vernon City Hall
City Council Chambers
4305 Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Time: Tuesday, January 19, 1999 at 5:00 p.m.
Applicant: D and D Real Estate, L. L. C.
The purpose of the hearing is to obtain testimony from
affected and/or interested persons regarding this application.
The public is also invited to submit written comments regarding
the request prior to the Hearing.
Request: Grant a variance to allow the applicant to
utilize 11 non -conforming truck loading
spaces
Property Involved: 3311 Slauson Avenue
in the City of Vernon
(see reverse side)
Review of the file: The application, maps, and supporting
information are available in the office of
Community Services, Vernon City Hall,
4305 Santa Fe Avenue, between the hours of
7:15 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Monday through
Thursday.
the granting of this Variance or any
court, you may be limited to raising only
)meone else raised at the hearing described
vritten correspondence delivered to the City
to, the meeting.
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BRULCEE V. MALKENHORST
City Administrator/City Clerk
January 25, 1999
TO: Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City Administrator
FROM: Samuel "Kevin" Wilson, Director of Community
Services & Water
SUBJECT: VARIANCE - D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. at 3311 Slauson
Avenue
After further consideration, staff recommends that the
following condition be amended in the variance for D & D Real
Estate, L. L. C. to allow the use of 11 non -conforming truck
loading spaces as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
at 3311 Slauson Avenue:
b) The usage of all non -conforming truck loading spaces
shall be limited so that no truck parked at or using the loading
spaces shall extend into the drive or maneuvering isle used by
automobiles and trucks for parking and loading.
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�l. January 28, 1999
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TO: Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City Administrator
FROM: Samuel "Kevin" Wilson S Director of Community
Services & Water
SUBJECT: VARIANCE - D & D Real Estate, L. L. C. at 3311 Slauson
Avenue
After further consideration, staff recommends that the
following conditions be added to the variance for D & D Real
Estate, L. L. C. to allow the use of the 11 non -conforming truck
loading spaces as required by the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance
at 3311 Slauson Avenue:
d. The proposed incubator units shall only be leased to an
industrial use as defined in section 26.2.8 of the Comprehensive
Zoning Ordinance and furthermore they shall not be leased to any
commercial, retail, office, or warehousing use.
e. In the back of each incubator unit a roll -up door
measuring at least 8 feet wide by 10 feet in length leading to
the interior of the main building shall be maintained to access
the 65 foot truck loading docks located on the west and south
sides of the building.
f. Adequate on -site parking shall be maintained so that no
on -street parking will occur and all maneuvering shall be
conducted on -site.
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