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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 1a: Text Amendment 11-01 to Expand Permitted Uses at Racetrack and Adjacent Parking Lot Areas 'Q OPO .C� •'- Ao¢u.t S.19U3 y( �valtyof� STAFF REPORT Development Services Department DATE: September 6, 2011 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director5L Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator. Prepared By: Lisa Flores, Senior Planner SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF TEXT AMENDMENT NO. TA 11-01 FOR AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 2, PART 7, DIVISION 3 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXPAND THE PERMITTED USE LIST IN THE SPECIAL USE (S-1) ZONE FOR TEMPORARY SPECIAL USES AND EVENTS AT THE RACETRACK AND IN THE ADJACENT PARKING LOT AREAS. Recommended Action: Introduce Ordinance No. 2288 SUMMARY The applicant and property owner of Santa Anita Park, the Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc., is requesting a Text Amendment to the Arcadia Municipal Code to expand the permitted use list in the S-1, Special Use Zone for temporary special uses and events at the racetrack and in the adjacent parking lot areas. No new permanent uses are being requested or permitted. Attached are the applicant's proposal letter, an aerial photo, a zoning map, and an Exhibit 'A' that shows the proposed text amendments. The Development Services Department is recommending approval of the proposed Text Amendment as set forth in this staff report. DISCUSSION Santa Anita Park has for many years been the premier horseracing track in California, but changes in the horseracing industry have caused attendance to decline. As a result, it is no longer necessary to reserve the racetrack's large parking areas for daily horseracing events. With no development planned in the immediate future, the racetrack owners would like to amend the S-1 Zoning regulations to allow more special events and temporary uses on their property; both within the racetrack facility and at the parking lot areas that are currently zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential — see the attached aerial photo and zoning map. The Code currently limits events by non-profit organizations to 10 days per year and to five (5) consecutive days. The racetrack would like to eliminate these limits and add to the list of allowed temporary uses. The racetrack facility is currently the only site in the City that is zoned S-1. The proposed Text Amendment would expand the uses that are allowed and clarify the review process for special events and temporary uses. Many of the activities that are held. on the racetrack property are being permitted through a Special Event Permit process that is handled through business licensing. This is a cumbersome and unnecessary process for events such as ride-and-drives, and car demonstrations that have no impacts. The proposed amendments would eliminate this need for a separate permit for most current temporary activities and remove the limits on events by non- ' profit organizations. Uses that are not specifically permitted and not held in conjunction with live racing, or are to be held after 10:00 p.m., shall be subject to a Special Use Permit to be issued by the Development Services Director. The proposed new Special Use Permit process will allow the Development Services Director to impose conditions of approval, or refer any application to the City Council for consideration at a public hearing. Conditions of approval may include, but are not limited to the following: • Special setbacks and buffers; • Restrictions on outdoor lighting; • Restriction of points of vehicular and/or pedestrian ingress and egress; • Regulation of noise, vibration, odors, etc.; • Regulation of the number, height and size of structures, equipment and/or signs; • Limitation of the hours and/or days of the proposed use; • If special sales are proposed, limitations on the locations where sales may occur, the number of vendors, and the types of goods sold; and, • If food sales are located outside; requirement that all appropriate health department permits have been secured and are in good standing. And, any event of five (5) or more days, or that is expected to attract more than 5,000 people is to be subject to City Council approval through a noticed, public hearing. These special uses and events include, but are not limited to the following: • Circuses, carnivals, and fixed-run traveling shows • Concerts and outdoor entertainment • Cultural festivals • Farmers' Markets, antique shows, and craft fairs TA 11-01 September 6, 2011 Page 2 • Parades, cycling and running/walking events • Specialty auto, truck and recreational vehicle shows and sales • Planned helicopter landings The applicant envisions most events taking place in the southerly parking lot so as not to impact nearby residents or their horse population. The applicant also anticipates being able to expand their opportunities for being a community benefactor and good neighbor by hosting events that will be of interest to the residents. The applicant's proposal letter is attached. The proposed Text Amendment is consistent with the Arcadia General Plan goal and policy to maintain the many benefits of live horseracing and to promote continued economic viability of the racetrack by providing opportunities for compatible commercial uses. Staff believes that the proposed amendments will improve the coordination between the City and Santa Anita Park, and will facilitate any zoning code enforcement should that become necessary. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION At the regular meeting on July 26, 2011, the Planning Commission considered the proposed text amendment at a public hearing. Two residents addressed the Commission; one in favor of the project and the second expressed concerns that new events in the north parking lot would increase the noise to an unacceptable level. In response to the resident's concern, the applicant, Mr. Siberell, assured the speaker and the Commission that most of the new events will be held in the southerly parking lot because noisy activities in the north parking lot could upset any horses on the track. In addition, Mr. Siberell mentioned that Santa Anita has always tried to be a good neighbor to residents and they would not compromise the good relationship they have with their neighbors. After some discussion, the Planning Commission voted 4-0 with one Commissioner absent to recommend approval of the proposed text amendment. An excerpt of the Planning Commission Meeting Minutes is attached. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT The proposed text amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). There is no possibility that the proposed text amendment will have a significant effect on the environment per Section 15323 of the CEQA Guidelines as the proposed changes are for uses that are considered normal operations of an existing facility for public gatherings. A Preliminary Exemption Assessment is attached. FISCAL IMPACT The proposed text amendment and ordinance will have no direct fiscal impact. TA 11-01 September 6, 2011 Page 3 RECOMMENDED ACTION The Development Services Department recommends acceptance of the CEQA exemption determination and approval of Text Amendment No. TA 11-01 by introduction of Ordinance No. 2288: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 2, PART 7, DIVISION 3 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXPAND THE PERMITTED USE LIST IN THE SPECIAL USE (S-1) ZONE FOR TEMPORARY SPECIAL USES AND EVENTS AT THE RACETRACK AND IN THE ADJACENT PARKING LOT AREAS. Approved: -.c.4� J Donald Penman, City Manager Attachments: Ordinance No. 2288 Letter from Santa Anita Park Aerial Photo Zoning Map Exhibit 'A' — Draft Text Amendment Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Excerpt Preliminary Exemption Assessment TA 11-01 September 6, 2011 Page 4 ORDINANCE NO. 2288 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 2, PART 7, DIVISION 3 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXPAND THE PERMITTED USE LIST IN THE SPECIAL USE (S-1) ZONE FOR TEMPORARY SPECIAL USES AND EVENTS AT THE RACETRACK AND IN THE ADJACENT PARKING LOT AREAS. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. Section 9273.1 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1. USES PERMITTED. No building or land shall be used and no building shall be hereafter erected, constructed or established, except for the uses specified in the following subsections, subject to the provisions of Section 9273.1.20 for Special Uses — Permit Required." SECTION 2. Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 9273.1.1 to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.1. SAME. Ride and drives (car testing & demonstrations), safety and defensive driving schools and clinics." SECTION 3. Section 9273.1.3 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.3. SAME. Conventions, assemblies, ceremonies and receptions." SECTION 4. Section 9273.1.5 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: 1 "9273.1.5. SAME. Daytime sports and athletic events. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot." SECTION 5. Section 9273.1.7. of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.7. SAME. Christmas tree and Halloween pumpkin sales. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot." SECTION 6. Section 9273.1.12 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.12. SAME. Picnics and food and beverage events. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot." SECTION 7. Section 9273.1.14 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.14. SAME. Any use by an organization, association or corporation which is organized and carried on wholly for the benefit of religious, charitable, educational, recreational or scientific purposes, and from which no individual person other than bona fide employees and assistants necessarily employed receives any gain, remuneration or profit, including veterans' associations and corporations, and including any City, County, State, Federal, Governmental, Political, public or quasi-public unit, body, agency and entity, subject to the provisions of Section 9273.1.20 for Special Uses — Permit Required." SECTION 8. Section 9273.1.15 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: 2 "9273.1.15. SAME. ACCESSORY BUILDINGS AND USES. Accessory buildings and uses customarily incident to any of the permitted uses in this zone." SECTION 9. Section 9273.1.16 of Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.16. SAME. Construction offices, and equipment and materials storage, and vehicle parking for nearby construction projects." SECTION 10. Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 9273.1.19 to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.19. PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA PROPERTY ZONED R-1. All uses permitted by this Division are permitted at the adjacent residentially-zoned properties, except as otherwise restricted by the provisions of this Division." SECTION 11. Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 9273.1.20 to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.20. SPECIAL USES — PERMIT REQUIRED. Any use not listed as a permitted use and not held in conjunction with live racing, or any use or event being held after 10:00 p.m., is required to apply for a Special Use Permit through the Development Services Director. Uses and events subject to this requirement include, but are not limited to the following: 1) Circuses, carnivals, and fixed-run traveling shows 2) Concerts and outdoor entertainment 3) Cultural Festivals 4) Farmers' Markets, antique shows, and craft fairs 5) Parades, cycling and running/walking events 6) Specialty auto, truck and recreational vehicle shows and sales 7) Planned helicopter landings" 3 SECTION 12. Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 9273.1.20.1 to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.20.1. CONDITIONS AND REFERRAL TO CITY COUNCIL. The Development Services Director may place conditions on any Special Use or event, or may refer any application for such use or event to the City Council for consideration. Any application for a use or event of five (5) or more days, or that is expected to attract more than 5,000 people is to be subject to City Council approval. Conditions of approval may include, but are not limited to the following: 1)Special setbacks and buffers; 2) Restrictions on outdoor lighting; 3) Restriction of points of vehicular and/or pedestrian ingress and egress; 4) Regulation of noise, vibration, odors, etc.; 5) Regulation of the number, height and size of structures, equipment and/or signs; 6) Limitation of the hours and/or days of the proposed use; 7) If special sales are proposed, limitations on the locations where sales may occur, the number of vendors, and the types of goods sold; and, 8) If food sales are located outside; requirement that all appropriate health department permits have been secured and are in good standing." SECTION 13. Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding Section 9273.1.20.2 to read in its entirety as follows: "9273.1.20.2. SPECIAL USE PERMIT. A) An application for a Special Use Permit should be submitted in writing to the Development Services Director at least six (6) weeks prior to the date of the proposed use or event. If such application is to be considered by the City Council, the applicant shall also provide a mailing list and two (2) sets of mailing labels for all the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand (1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property. 4 B) Not more than twenty-one (21) days after the application for a Special Use Permit is deemed complete, the Development Services Director or designee shall grant, deny, conditionally grant, or refer to the City Council the Special Use Permit application, based on the following criteria: 1) That the site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed Special Use or Event; 2) That the proposed Special Use or Event will not adversely interfere with existing uses on the subject property; and will not impede or adversely impact pedestrian access ways and/or vehicular circulation patterns; 3) That the proposed Special Use or Event will not result in a significant adverse impact on any adjacent property; and, 4) That by requiring certain safeguards as conditions of approval, the proposed Special Use or Event will not be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare. C) If the Special Use Permit application is to be considered by the City Council, then not less than twenty-one (21) days before the date of such consideration, notice shall be given by mailing, postage prepaid to the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand (1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property, and shall also be published in the official newspaper. D) The applicant or any interested person may appeal the decision by the Development Services Director or designee on an application for a Special Use Permit to the City Council. Said appeal shall be made in writing with the reasons for the appeal and submitted to the City Clerk within five (5) working days of the decision and shall be accompanied by an appeal fee in accordance with the applicable fee schedule adopted 5 by resolution of the City Council. Upon receipt of an appeal, the City Clerk shall fix a time and place for a hearing thereon to be held not less than ten (10) calendar days nor more than forty (40) calendar days thereafter, and notice shall be given by mailing, postage prepaid to the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand (1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property, and shall also be published in the official newspaper." SECTION 14. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause a copy of same to be published in the official newspaper of said City within fifteen (15) days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall take effect on the thirty-first (31st) day after its adoption. Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2011. Mayor of City of Arcadia ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: cleAld-aik" Stephen P. Deitsch City Attorney • 6 Sfl1flhTfl1llll RECEIVED May 26,2011 MAY 2 6 2011 DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Mr. Jason Kruckeberg Assistant City Manager City of Arcadia 240 W. Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007 In Re: Expanded Uses for Santa Anita Park Dear Jason: This is to seek the City's assistance in allowing certain expanded uses of the Santa Anita Park facility for community and special events. (S-1 Special Use Zone, #9273.1 Uses Permitted.) While we are able to book numerous events inside the building during off-hours and the off-season, we are missing opportunities to bring in other functions which would have little to no impact on the local community. In fact,many of the proposed uses would benefit Arcadia's citizens. Expanded uses of the grounds will result in additional tax revenue for the City. These types of events would primarily involve the use of the parking lots, and,to a lesser degree,the paddock and infield. To minimize impact on the horse population and local residents, most of the events would take place in the Southwest Lot, accessible through Gates 1, 3 and 8. The requested uses are: • Ride&drives; car testing and demonstrations • Safety and defensive driving schools • Fixed run circuses (i.e. "Cirque du Soleil")and horse shows ("Cavalia") • Specialty auto shows and sales • Recreational vehicle shows and sales • Farmers' markets* • Antique shows • Christmas tree and pumpkin lot sales* • Cultural festivals • Office and materials storage and parking for temporary building projects in the area(i.e.,Methodist Hospital tower construction and Gold Line rail project) Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc. 285 W. Huntington Drive, P.O. Box 60014,Arcadia, CA 91066-6014 (626) 574-7223 Fax (626) 446-9565 • Specialty food events • Seasonal concerts conducted by local orchestras or symphonies • City police and fire exercises and drills* • Planned helicopter landings* * Santa Anita Park would conduct these types of events for the benefit of the community and as such would donate some or all of its profits to worthy charities or recipients. (Facilities for police and fire department exercises have always been provided at no charge,however.) With no developments planned in our lots in the immediate future, we would like to book these various events without going through individual special event permits each time And as we have shown with similar events, we will continue to be responsible property holders and ensure little to no impact on the local community. In addition,we would request that item#9273.1.14 be struck. We do not see the reason to limit the number of non-profit or community events each year if they do not adversely impact the immediate local community. Please let me know if you need additional information for consideration by City staff or council. We are anxious to proceed. Best regards, Pete Siberell Director of Community Service & Special Projects Los Angeles Turf Club,Inc. Cc: Frank DeMarco George Haines j!R,k , c e `` 1 i, ,,4*,- +.,:i;�g* r S t bld'14'� I�� T"-` 1,1 0': 9':? ): �. �,++ra• {•i , -,r �:' I ,y k j, ,, ..y i,,,,, r' e tR, ,vi ,�yt 'tf s' ■,.t, '. ,y ^`'-" rl 'Y+r r..# t`.r!f!7!i%'c .".p�.71',; ,». ',1 RT ;1x4 41 .i:.ke P*`k, 0, ' It ,7 '' Y.`- ,�. 1 r f E !+ t t ,4+^}r" '�.;1,r ` t 'lh,-"{' IL'�i M1 J i. ti;y.:, .+, % ..' .e � � �,"+."' k� v ..'ry,.l.� f y .A' S �' 1'4'. J , 4 pryer +r` .,t • 1 � �► j ,_ r^fi,r rr..r w 17 _•- °t 7 ,,„„. i 'i j.9 r + r T- ye�,, 1.. 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R-1 ... ...,................_ . ..... ............ ....„......„ ,..... .......,....,...." ,,-„,,,,„,,,, 11 . . , . .. .. . , . ..: .• Proposed changes to the Uses Permitted in the S-1 Zone — Title 1 of Division 3 of Part 7 of Chapter 2 of Article IX — deletions are shown as 'struck through' and new language is in red bold Italics. DIVISION 3. S-1 SPECIAL USE ZONE TITLE 1. USES PERMITTED 9273.1. USES PERMITTED. No building or land shall be used and no building shall be hereafter erected, constructed or established, except for the uses specified in the following subsections, subject to the provisions of Section 9273.1.20 for Special Uses—Permit Required. 9273.1.1. (Repealod by Ord. 2106 adoptod 6 16 99) Ride and drives (car testing & demonstrations), safety and defensive driving schools and clinics. 9273.1.2. SAME. Barbecues. 9273.1.3. SAME. Conventions, assemblies, ceremonies and receptions. 9273.1.4. SAME. Dancing. 9273.1.5. SAME. Daytime - -- -- - -_ - - •• __ _ sports and athletic events. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot. 9273.1.6. SAME. Dog shows. 9273.1.7. SAME. Christmas tree and Halloween pumpkin sales. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot. 9273.1.8. SAME. Horsebreeding, raising, training and sale. 9273.1.9. SAME. Horse shows. 9273.1.10. SAME. Daytime horse racing with or without pari-mutuel wagering on the results thereof. (Amended by Ord. 1355 adopted 7-18-67; amended by Ord. 1963 adopted 2-4-92) Exhibit 'A'—TA 11-01 July 26, 2011 Page 1 9273.10.1. SAME. Horse racing with or without pari-mutuel wagering on the results thereof, sporting events and special events of a national or international significance as determined by the Development Services Director, shall be allowed seven (7) days a week, except between the hours of 1:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.; provided that such events are displayed by telecast, telephone, satellite and/or cable feed, or similar transmission and are not events conducted live at the race track. Such events shall comply with the performance standards set forth in Section 9273.2.10. (Added by Ord. 1963 adopted 2-4-92; amended by Ord. 2037 adopted 4- 18-95; amended by Ord. 2119 adopted 6-6-00) 9273.1.11. SAME. Motion picture production. 9273.1.12. SAME. Picnics and food and beverage events. These uses are not allowed at the northerly parking lot. 9273.1.13. SAME. Turf Clubs, including retail on sale of liquor. 9273.1.14. SAME. Any use by an organization, association or corporation which is organized and carried on wholly for the benefit of religious, charitable, educational, recreational or scientific purposes, and from which no individual person other than bona fide employees and assistants necessarily employed receives any gain, remuneration or profit, including veterans' associations and corporations, and including any City, County, State, Federal, Governmental, Political, public or quasi-public unit, body, agency and entity, for-periods-net subject to the provisions of Section 9273.1.20 for Special Uses-Permit Required. 9273.1.15. SAME. ACCESSORY BUILDINGS,AND USES. Accessory buildings and uses customarily incident to any of the permitted uses in this zone. 9273.1.16. SAME. _ __ - '_ _ _ S _ .. . - _ _ _ . Construction offices, and equipment and materials storage, and vehicle parking for nearby construction projects. 9273.1.17. SAME. Year-around usage of the enclosed restaurant facilities located within the grandstand structure for non-horse racing activities. (Added by Ord. 2118 adopted 4-4-00) 9273.1.18. SAME. Use of the big screen monitor in the infield shall be allowed for all S-1 Code permitted uses. There shall be no outdoor sound amplification or use of outdoor loudspeakers in conjunction with the use of the big screen monitor other than during live horse racing at this track. (Added by Ord. 2119 adopted 6-6-00) Exhibit 'A'-TA 11-01 July 26, 2011 Page 2 9273.1.19. PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA PROPERTY ZONED R-1 All uses permitted by this Division are permitted at the adjacent residentially- zoned properties, except as otherwise restricted by the provisions of this Division. 9273.1.20. SPECIAL USES—PERMIT REQUIRED Any use not listed as a permitted use and not held in conjunction with live racing, or any use or event being held after 10:00 p.m., is required to apply for a Special Use Permit through the Development Services Director. Uses and events subject to this requirement include, but are not limited to the following: 1) Circuses, carnivals, and fixed-run traveling shows 2) Concerts and outdoor entertainment 3) Cultural Festivals 4) Farmers'Markets, antique shows, and craft fairs 5) Parades, cycling and running/walking events 6) Specialty auto, truck and recreational vehicle shows and sales 7) Planned helicopter landings 9273.1.20.1. CONDITIONS AND REFERRAL TO CITY COUNCIL. The Development Services Director may place conditions on any Special Use or event, or may refer any application for such use or event to the City Council for consideration. Any application for a use or event of five (5) or more days, or that is expected to attract more than 5,000 people is to be subject to City Council approval. Conditions of approval may include, but are not limited to the following: 1) Special setbacks and buffers; 2) Restrictions on outdoor lighting; 3) Restriction of points of vehicular and/or pedestrian ingress and egress; 4) Regulation of noise, vibration, odors, etc.; 5) Regulation of the number, height and size of structures, equipment and/or signs; 6) Limitation of the hours and/or days of the proposed use; 7) If special sales are proposed, limitations on the locations where sales may occur, the number of vendors, and the types of goods sold; and, 8) If food sales are located outside; requirement that all appropriate health department permits have been secured and are in good standing. 9273.1.20.2 SPECIAL USE PERMIT A) An application for a Special Use Permit should be submitted in writing to the Development Services Director at least six (6) weeks prior to the date of the proposed use or event. If such application is to be considered by the City Council, the applicant shall also provide a mailing list and two (2) sets of mailing labels for all the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand (1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property. B) Not more than twenty-one (21) days after the application for a Special Use Permit is deemed complete, the Development Services Director or designee shall grant, deny, conditionally grant, or refer to the City Council the Special Use Permit application, based on the following criteria: 1) That the site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed Special Use or Event; Exhibit `A'—TA 11-01 July 26, 2011 Page 3 2) That the proposed Special Use or Event will not adversely interfere with existing uses on the subject property; and will not impede or adversely impact pedestrian access ways and/or vehicular circulation patterns; 3) That the proposed Special Use or Event will not result in a significant adverse impact on any adjacent property;and, 4) That by requiring certain safeguards as conditions of approval, the proposed Special Use or Event will not be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare. C) If the Special Use Permit application is to be considered by the City Council, then not less than twenty-one (21) days before the date of such consideration, notice shall be given by mailing, postage prepaid to the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand(1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property, and shall also be published in the official newspaper. D) The applicant or any interested person may appeal the decision by the Development Services Director or designee on an application for a Special Use Permit to the City Council. Said appeal shall be made in writing with the reasons for the appeal and submitted to the City Clerk within five(5) working days of the decision and shall be accompanied by an appeal fee in accordance with the applicable fee 4cheduie adopted by resolution of the City Council. Upon receipt of an appeal, the City Clerk shall fix a time and place for a hearing thereon to be held not less than ten (10) calendar days nor more than forty (40) calendar days thereafter, and notice shall be given by mailing, postage prepaid to the owners of properties within a radius of one thousand (1,000) feet of the exterior boundaries of the property, and shall also be published in the official newspaper. - No changes are proposed to the remaining Sections of the S-1 Zone - Exhibit 'A' -TA 11-01 July 26, 2011 Page 4 o' MINUTES 11 gr' ; I ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION I rM Tuesday, July 26, 2011, 7:00 P.M. Arcadia City Council Chambers TEXT AMENDMENT NO. TA 11-01 285 W. Huntington Dr. Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc. Consideration of Text Amendment No. TA 11-01 to Article IX, Chapter 2, Part 7, Division 3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code to expand the permitted use list in the Special Use (S-1) zone and to extend the allowed uses to adjacent Single-Family (R-1) zoned areas of the Santa Anita Park property. Senior Planner, Lisa Flores presented the staff report. The Public Hearing was opened. Vice Chairman Chiao asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this Amendment. Mr. Vince Foley said that he lives just north of the Santa Anita Race Track and that he is a member of the Arcadia Historical Museum Commission. He stated that he is interested in preserving the history of Arcadia and that the Race Track has contributed significantly to the history and culture of the city for over a hundred years. Mr. Foley said that although he understands that some may object to this proposal he feels that it will have a positive effect on the City and he urged the Commissioners to approve this application. Vice Chairman Chiao asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to this Amendment. Mr. John Kirages, another neighbor of the Race Track, said that he is not specifically opposed to the Amendment but he is confused about it. Mr. Kasama asked Ms. Flores to give him a copy of the staff report to review and suggested that he return to the podium after reviewing the proposal to ask questions. Vice Chairman Chiao suspended the discussion on this item to return at a later time. Vice Chairman Chiao invited Mr. John Kirages, having reviewed the staff report, to return to the podium to present his questions. Mr. Kirages said that he lives north of Santa Anita Race Track and that the wind carries sound from the track to their neighborhood. He said that when he initially bought the home, he was aware of the noise during race days but that he is concerned that the possible addition of carnivals, cultural festivals, and other events will increase the incidents and type of noise to an unacceptable level. Commissioner Baderian asked Mr. Kirages if he is opposed to this type of use in other parts of the parking lot. Mr. Kirages said that he is not. He is only concerned with the north parking lot. EXCERPT FROM PC MINUTES 7-26-11 Page 1 MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved. Vice Chairman Chiao asked if special permits with City Council approval would be required for the events listed in the Amendment and Ms. Flores confirmed that they would. Vice Chairman Chiao asked if there are mitigating factors that could be applied to the seven uses enumerated in the Amendment and Ms. Flores said that there are, in fact, various options. Commissioner Baderian asked if staff will need to develop a Noise Ordinance for these events and how the noise would be monitored. Ms. Flores explained that staff would react to complaints from residents and then measure the noise levels by means of a noise monitor, then take any action necessary to ensure compliance with the Noise Ordinance. Commissioner Baderian asked if all the proposed uses are already listed in the Noise Ordinance. Ms. Flores explained that a condition can be imposed on any uses not already included in the Noise Ordinance to insure that neighbors do not experience unacceptable levels of noise. Commissioner Baderian asked how neighbors would be notified of events. Ms. Flores said the city would send Public Notices to all property owners and residents within 1000 feet of the event site so residents would have an opportunity to voice concerns before approval of the special permit by the City Council. Ms. Flores announced that the applicant would like an opportunity for rebuttal of objections. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to reopen the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved. Vice Chairman Chiao asked if the applicant would like to speak in rebuttal to the objections. Mr. Pete Siberell, Director of Community Service and Special Projects for the Los Angeles Turf Club, said that he has held his position for 16 years and that Santa Anita has always tried to be a good neighbor to all residents. In fact, he said Santa Anita would not wish to compromise the good relationship it has with its neighbors. He explained that most of the events will be held in the south parking lot and the north parking lot will only be used on an occasional basis. Mr. Siberell said that the objective of this Amendment is to streamline the permit process, not add lots of special events to their calendar. In fact, he said he expects to add only a few more special events per year as a result of the Amendment. Vice Chairman Chiao asked about helicopter landings. Mr. Siberell explained that the Arcadia Police Department and/or Fire Department have occasionally asked for permission to land a helicopter or a particularly wealthy horse owner may request permission to land a helicopter. This is rare and these are the only helicopter uses anticipated. There are no plans for helicopter tours or anything that would make an impact on the community. Commissioner Parrille asked how many parking spaces would be allotted to the use of the Cal Phil concerts. Mr. Siberell said that there are 5000 to 6000 spaces available, which will easily accommodate the anticipated attendance. EXCERPT FROM PC MINUTES 7-26-11 Page 2 MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to recommend approval of Text Amendment No. TA 11-01 to the City Council. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Parrille and Chiao ABSENT: Commissioner Baerg The Planning Commission's recommendation and comments will be forwarded to the City Council. EXCERPT FROM PC MINUTES 7-26-11 Page 3 CITY OF ARCADIA oil 240 W.HUNTINGTON DRIVE ARCADIA,CA 91007 e itY of/ PRELIMINARY EXEMPTION ASSESSMENT (Certificate of Determination When Attached to Notice of Exemption) 1. Name or description of project: Text Amendment No. TA 11-01 2. Project Location— Identify street 285 W. Huntington Drive, Santa Anita Park Race Track address and cross streets or attach a map showing project site (preferably a USGS 15'or 7 1/2' topographical map identified by quadrangle name): 3. Entity or person undertaking A. project: B. Other(Private) (1) Name Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc. - Pete Siberell (2) Address 285 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91007 4. Staff Determination: The Lead Agency's Staff, having undertaken and completed a preliminary review of this project in accordance with the Lead Agency's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)" has concluded that this project does not require further environmental assessment because: a. ❑ The proposed action does not constitute a project under CEQA. b. ❑ The project is a Ministerial Project. c. ❑ The project is an Emergency Project. d. ❑ The project constitutes a feasibility or planning study. e. ® The project is categorically exempt. Applicable Exemption Class: 23 Section 15323 —Normal Operations of Existing Facilities for Public Gatherings. f. ❑ The project is statutorily exempt. Applicable Exemption: g. ❑ The project is otherwise exempt on the following basis: h. ❑ The project involves another public agency which constitutes the Lead Agency. Name of Lead Agency: Date: June 28, 2011 Staff: Thomas Li,Associate Planner Preliminary Exemption Assessment\2011 FORM"A"