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| 20250414 | LA County | Bell Gardens | City Council | Order of Business 6 | 6.2 Consideration of an Ordinance No. 954 Amending Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) to Regulate Accessory Dwelling Units- Zoning Code Amendments No. 2024-075 RECOMMENDATION: It is staff’s recommendation that the City Council waive full reading and introduce Ordinance No. 954, by title only, amending Section 9.20.036 (Accessory Dwelling Units) of Chapter 9.20 (Special Uses and Applicable Standards) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning) of the Bell Gardens Municipal Code (“BGMC”) regulating accessory dwelling units. CONCLUSION: The adoption of Ordinance No. 954 is critical to comply with recently adopted state law promoting the construction of ADUs in areas zoned for residential and mixed-uses. ADUs play a crucial role in addressing the state’s housing crisis by providing flexible housing options within existing residential areas. Following state guidelines is necessary to ensure that local ADU regulations align with state goals to promote housing development, streamline the approval process, and support more housing options. Complying with state law and guidelines and policies focused at reducing barriers to housing development helps maintain consistency and facilitates construction of units in areas where they are needed. It is recommended that the City Council waive full reading and introduce Ordinance No. 954, by title only, approving Ordinance No. 954 amending Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) BGMC. FISCAL IMPACT: None ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit 1 - Ordinance No. 954 Exhibit 2 - March 19, 2025, Planning Commission Agenda Report Exhibit 3 - Resolution #PC 2025-06 Exhibit 4 - Public Hearing Notice | April 14, 2025 LA County Bell Gardens City Council Order of Business 6 #2 |
| 20250414 | LA County | Bell Gardens | City Council | Order of Business 11 | 11.4 Consideration of Ordinance No. 952 to Authorize a Development Agreement by and between the City of Bell Gardens, Flora Hospitality Group, LLC and James N. Tate III Trust relating to the property located at 6638 Eastern Avenue in the City of Bell Gardens RECOMMENDATION: It is staff’s recommendation that the City Council waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 952 to approve the proposed Development Agreement (DA) No. 2024-048 for a cannabis retail storefront at 6638 Eastern Avenue. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) and CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.), Ordinance No. 952 has been determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption). CONCLUSION: If approved, Ordinance No. 952 would become effective 30 calendar days after approval, in addition the operator and property owner must execute the agreement, and the operator must provide proof of insurance and submit the initial Annual Community Benefits payment of One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) to effectuate the benefits conferred by the development agreement withing 60 calendar days. The development agreement would ensure vested development rights in exchange for community benefits dedicated to revenue for youth programs, housing and homelessness issues, and other discretionary items. Therefore, staff recommends that the City Council conduct a second reading of Ordinance No. 952 and adopt the ordinance, which would permit a cannabis retail use at the Subject Site for an initial five (5)-year term, subject to an option to extend the term for an additional five (5) years, for a total 10-year term. FISCAL IMPACT: If Ordinance No. 952 is approved, the Applicant would be required to make an up-front payment of $100,000 upon the effective date of the DA and renew the contribution annually following the execution of the DA every January (Annual Community Benefit). The Applicant would also be required to make quarterly contributions equal to seven percent (7%) of gross receipts (Quarterly Community Benefit). Pursuant to the DA terms, eighty percent (80%) of these funds would be dedicated to the City’s youth and recreational programming and the City’s housing programs. Under the DA, the Applicant would also be responsible for the cost of staff time spent on the negotiation and preparation of a development agreement and monitoring activities to ensure compliance with the DA, CUP, BGMC, and other applicable laws and regulations. ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit 1 - Ordinance No. 952 (Development Agreement No. 2024-048) Exhibit 2 - Development Agreement No. 2024-048 Exhibit 3 - Mar 24, 2025, City Council Agenda Report and Exhibits Exhibit 4 - February 19, 2025, Planning Commission 2024-048 Staff Report and Exhibits | April 14, 2025 LA County Bell Gardens City Council Order of Business 11 #4 |
| 20250414 | LA County | Bell Gardens | City Council | Order of Business 11 | 11.1 General Motion to Waive Full Reading and Approve Ordinances by Title Only Pursuant to California Government Code Section 36934 with Support from the Majority of the Legislative Body. RECOMMENDATION: To Approve Ordinances by Title Only. CONCLUSION: Allowing ordinances to be read by title only, according to California State Law, will expedite the conduct of business at Council Meetings. FISCAL IMPACT: None ATTACHMENTS: None | April 14, 2025 LA County Bell Gardens City Council Order of Business 11 #1 |