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STAFF REPORT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
DATE: February 24, 2026
TO: Honorable Chairperson and Planning Commission
FROM: Lisa L. Flores, Interim Development Services Director
By: Fiona Graham, Planning Services Manager
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2186 – RECOMMENDATION TO THE CITY COUNCIL TO
APPROVE THE COLORADO COLLECTION, AN 86-UNIT MULTI-FAMILY
CONDOMINIUM PROJECT WITH A DENSITY BONUS AND SB 330, LOCATED AT
201 AND 225 COLORADO PLACE
CEQA: Categorically Exempt
Recommendation: Adopt
SUMMARY
The Applicant, Nancy Johns, on behalf of MW Investment Group, LLC, is requesting approval
of a new three-story, 86-unit, multi-family condominium development known as “Colorado
Collection” (the “Project”) located at 201 and 225 Colorado Place. The Project is subject to a
Multi-Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No.
TTM 25-08 (84968), Major Administrative Modification No. Major AM 25-10, Healthy Tree
Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15, Protected Tree Encroachment Permit No. TRE 25-14, and
Certificate of Demolition Nos. COD 25-30 and COD 25-31.
The Project also includes nine deed-restricted affordable units for sale at the moderate-
income level, and a Major Administrative Modification to reduce the minimum density from
30 du/ac to 23.2 du/ac.
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2186 (refer to
Attachment No. 1) recommending that the City Council find that the Project is Categorically
Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332
(Class 32 – Infill Development) and consider approving the Project , subject to the conditions
of approval.
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BACKGROUND
The Project site is currently developed with an existing two-story, 88-room motel (Motel 6)
building located at 225 Colorado Place and a single-story office building at 201 Colorado
Place, formerly the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association headquarters. The
surrounding area includes the Barnhart School and Santa Anita Church located north of the
Project site. Santa Anita Park is located to the west of the project site. The Project site consists
of two contiguous parcels with a combined area of approximately 3.7 acres.
The properties are zoned General Commercial (C-G) with a Residential Flex (RF) Overlay and
the Downtown (DO) Overlay. The RF Overlay allows residential development provided the
Project provides affordable housing at an amount that meets the requirements for a State
Density Bonus and the DO Overlay allows for a higher commercial floor area of 1.0
(compared to the typical 0.50 FAR in the C-G zone) and a maximum building height of up to
60 feet. Refer to Attachment No. 2 for an aerial photo and site photos. Figure 1, below,
identifies the Project site including the wash easement.
The Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD) wash and associated easement
crosses the Project site generally in a north–south direction. Portions of the channel are open
to the sky, while other portions are underground. Development within the flood control is
prohibited.
Figure 1 – Development Site
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The existing buildings on site will be demolished to accommodate the Project. The
Development Code requires a Certificate of Demolition (COD) to be approved to demolish
any structures over 50 years of age, which is the case for two existing structures. An
evaluation by an Architectural Historian concluded that the structures do not meet the
criteria for recognition as historical resources and are therefore not eligible for listing on the
California Register or designation as local landmarks. The existing buildings and motel are
not considered significant examples of any specific architectural style, nor are they
associated with any notable historical events or figures.
PROPOSAL
The Applicant is proposing to develop 86 three-story, attached multi-family condominium
units on the Project site and subdivide the airspace through a vesting tentative tract map to
create condominium units. Refer to Attachment No. 3 for the Vesting Tentative Tract Map.
The residential units will be arranged in multiple attached building groupings distributed
across the site and oriented to respond to site constraints, including the LACFCD wash and
associated easement. The buildings will be located along the site perimeter, with interior
portions of the site used for driveways and circulation. Each residential unit will be provided
with an attached two-car garage, with a mix of side-by-side and tandem garages. The Project
also includes five (5) guest parking spaces, including one (1) ADA space, 17 bicycle parking
spaces located throughout the site, and a communal trash enclosure.
Open Space is provided through both private and communal open space. Each unit requires
a provision of at least 100 square feet for a total of 8,600 square feet.
The Project provides 10,249 square feet of common open space distributed across three
primary areas: (1) a southern passive community park designed for pets; (2) a northern active
community park featuring a play lawn, cornhole, an outdoor ping pong table, and seating;
and (3) a central community open space that includes a shade structure, BBQ counter, table
seating, and a lawn area designed for larger gatherings.
Private open space is provided in the form of balconies, porches, and patios, totaling 9,161
square feet. Although the ground-floor patios generally do not meet the minimum 10-foot
by 10 foot dimension required to qualify as private open space, the Project exceeds the
overall open space requirement based on the amount of common open space provided.
The Project will consist of two different architectural styles - Spanish Colonial and Spanish
Santa Barbara, however they will blend since many of the architectural elements will tie the
styles together. The exterior materials consist primarily of stucco wall finishes with concrete
tile roofing, complemented by decorative architectural elements such as stucco vents and
recesses, stucco finials, accent ceramic tile, metal Juliet railings, planter boxes, and window
shutters. Building articulation is achieved through variations in façade treatment, recessed
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elements, and changes in plane to break up building mass and provide visual interest.
Mechanical equipment will be screened from public view through the use of architectural
enclosures and landscaping in compliance with applicable Development Code standards.
Refer to Attachment No. 4 for the proposed Architectural Plans and landscape plan. Refer to
Figure 2, below, for renderings of the Project’s exterior.
Figure 2 – Rendering of the design of the units fronting Colorado Place
The Project will have a maximum building height of approximately 39 feet above grade,
which is well below the 60 foot maximum permitted under the RF Overlay. At least six (6) feet
of separation is maintained between residential structures, as required per code. Fencing
within required front and street side setbacks will not exceed 3’-6” in height and will feature
an open design to preserve visibility and maintain compatibility along the site perimeter.
Along the interior property lines, a six-foot high stuccoed block wall is proposed.
The Project includes a mix of two and three bedroom units, and certain units have an
additional flex room with no closet on the ground floor, designed to provide a range of unit
types and sizes. The unit mix and configuration are summarized below.
Number of Units Bedrooms Bathrooms Unit Size (Gross SF)
6 2 2.5 1,201
6 2 2.5 1,214
11 3 3 1,483
25 3 + flex 2.5 1,529
9 3 + flex 3.5 1,652
28 3 + flex 2.5 1,676
1 3 + flex 2.5 1,741
86 — — ±132,600 sf
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The Project proposes nine deed-restricted for-sale units affordable to moderate-income
households, comprising approximately 10.4% of the total units. This affordable housing
component qualifies the Project for a density bonus under State Density Bonus Law and the
City’s Development Code.
However, the Applicant is not seeking to increase density. Due to site constraints, including
the LACFCD wash and easement and the irregular shape of the property, the Project instead
proposes a density below the minimum required. While the Development Code requires a
minimum density of 30 dwelling units per acre, the Project proposes 86 units (approximately
23.2 dwelling units per acre). Approval of a Major Administrative Modification is required to
permit this reduced density, as later discussed in this staff report.
The affordable units will be distributed throughout the Project site and will be comparable
to the market-rate units in terms of size, bedroom counts, and exterior appearance. As the
Project consists of for-sale condominium units, the affordable units will be subject to a
minimum affordability restriction period of 45 years, consistent with State law and City
requirements.
Although the Applicant is not requesting additional residential density, the Project includes
requests for waivers from certain objective development standards pursuant to State
Density Bonus Law. The requested waivers are necessary to avoid physically precluding
construction of the Project as proposed. Under State law, the City must grant the requested
waivers unless it can make written findings, supported by substantial evidence that the
waivers would have a specific adverse impact on public health or safety. No such impacts
have been identified. The three requested waivers are:
• Density Bonus Waiver #1 – Parking Setback Reduction
The Applicant requests a waiver from Development Code Section 9103.07.080(A)(5)
which requires that no parking space backup area shall occur in the first 20 feet from
the street right-of-way, parking lot entrance, or parking lot exit. The Applicant
proposes one (1) guest parking located 19’-0” from the Colorado Place frontage and
two resident garages located approximately 12 feet and 13 feet, respectively, from
the Santa Rosa Road frontage. The requested waiver would allow parking within the
required 20-foot setback. The City Engineer has reviewed this request, and no issues
were identified with the proposed layout.
• Density Bonus Waiver #2 – Building encroachment
The Applicant requests a waiver from Development Code Section 9102.11.050(C) and
(H), which requires a minimum 10-foot setback to the buildings from all property lines
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and an additional 3’-0” stepback for buildings above 30’ where abutting a residential
use.
The Project includes small balcony encroachments of up to 2’-3” into the front and
street side yards setbacks, a 2’-0” upper story encroachment along Santa Rosa Road,
and minor balcony encroachments along the two interior side yards. These
encroachments result in a minimum setback of 7’-7” for the Project.
Additionally, three (3) units within the proposed structure located nearest to the
multi-family property at 227 Santa Rosa Road, do not provide the required 3’-0”
stepback above 30 feet in height. However, the adjacent multi-family property to the
north has buildings oriented away from the Project site and the driveway creates a
minimum 30 feet of separation between the subject building and the adjacent
residential structures. Refer to Figure 3, below.
Figure 3 – Reduced stepbacks above 30’ (identified in orange)
The encroachments allow for improved building articulation and façade modulation
and support the chosen architectural style. The encroachments are relatively minor,
consistent with nearby commercial setbacks, and the interior side yards include tall
trees as required by the Development Code.
• Density Bonus Waiver #3 – Individual Covered Porch (Objective Development
Standard)
The Applicant requests a waiver from Development Code Section 9102.01.170(D)(5)(f),
which requires individual residential unit entries to provide a covered area in front of
Approx. 32’
separation
Approx. 30’
separation
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the primary entrance door. The Project includes several plan types that provide
limited or no covered area at the primary entry. The requested waiver would allow
these units to deviate from the objective covered entry requirement and will not
cause a specific adverse health and safety impact.
Figure 4 – Site Plan
The City’s objective development standards allow Applicants to request waivers from up to
three standards to provide flexibility and achieve improved architectural outcomes. The
Applicant is requesting to deviate from massing, wall plane variations, and site design, as
later discussed under the Analysis.
Protected Trees
The Project will impact both on-site and off-site protected trees. In terms of on-site removal,
five protected trees – four (4) Western Sycamores and one (1) Chinese Elm located on the
Project site are proposed for removal to accommodate the buildings, internal circulation,
and required infrastructure improvements, including flood control access. These include
four (4) off-site Western Sycamore trees located along the northern property line. This work
will require a Protected Tree Encroachment Permit. For off-site tree impact, work will occur
within one (1) of the protected Coast Live Oak Tree on the eastern side of the LACFCD wash.
All tree removal and encroachment will be subject to the City’s Tree Preservation
requirements, including replacement planting and monitoring, as addressed through
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conditions of approval. Refer to Figure 4, below to see the location of the protected trees.
Refer to Appendix No. 1 of the Categorical Exemption Memo (Attachment No. 5) for the
arborist report.
Figure 5 – Location of the protected trees to be removed
ANALYSIS
The Applicant submitted a preliminary SB 330 application on September 18, 2025,
establishing the Project’s vesting date. The Project qualifies for SB 330 as a multi-family
residential development containing more than two dwelling units.
Pursuant to SB 330, the Project is vested under the current development standards and fees
in effect on September 18, 2025; is limited to five public hearings; and is subject only to
objective development standards. Because the Project was vested after the City’s
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO) took effect on July 1, 2025, it is subject to the IHO
requirements, as discussed below.
Consistent with SB 330, the Project has not been evaluated under the City’s Multi-Family
Residential Design Guidelines, as they are not objective development standards. Accordingly,
the following analysis evaluates the Project for compliance with the objective development
standards in effect at the time of the vesting.
On-site Western Sycamore (to be removed)
On-site Chinese Elme tree (to be removed)
On-site Coast Live Oak (to be kept)
Off-site Western Sycamore (to be protected)
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Zoning and Residential Eligibility (C-G with RF Overlay)
The Project site is located in the commercial land use designation and is zoned General
Commercial (C-G) with a RF Overlay, which allows either commercial development of
residential projects. Residential projects are allowed by right when at least 20% of the units
are affordable to lower-income households, the site is identified in the RF Overlay, and the
property is included on the City’s Residential Sites Inventory.
The Thoroughbred property at 201 Colorado Place is included on the Residential Sites
Inventory, and the Motel 6 property at 225 Colorado Place is not. In 2025, the City amended
the Development Code to allow consolidation of a non-listed property with a listed property
for residential development, provided the properties are under common ownership and Site
Plan and Design Review findings can be made for the combined site.
The property owner has provided escrow documentation demonstrating that 225 Colorado
Place will be acquired and under the same ownership as 201 Colorado Place within 30 days
of a Project approval or November 5, 2026, whichever occurs first. This satisfies the common
ownership requirement for consolidation under the Development Code.
Housing Compliance (IHO and RF Overlay Requirements)
The Project includes nine (9) affordable units for sale at the moderate-income level,
representing approximately 10.4 percent of the total units, which exceeds the minimum five
percent requirement of the City’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO). In addition, the
Residential Flex Overlay Zone requires projects to provide affordable housing at a level
sufficient to qualify for a density bonus in order to develop residential housing. Density
Bonus law requires a minimum 10% moderate income to qualify for a density bonus. The
proposed provision of 10.4% moderate income affordable units therefore satisfies the
requirements of both the IHO and the RF Overlay Zone.
Reduced Density – Major Administrative Modification
Although State Density Bonus Law allows residential density above the Development Code
maximum, the Applicant is not requesting additional density. The Project proposes 86
dwelling units, which is below the minimum required density of 30 dwelling units per acre.
Pursuant to Development Code Section 9107.05.040, Table 7-2, the City may approve a Major
Administrative Modification to allow a reduction in the otherwise required minimum
residential density for a multi-family residential project.
In this case, the Project site is subject to significant physical constraints that limit the efficient
use of the property and the ability to achieve the minimum residential density otherwise
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permitted by the Development Code. The site is divided by the LACFCD wash and easement,
portions of which are open to the sky and portions of which are underground. Development
within the flood control easement is prohibited, and the location of the wash effectively
divides the site into separate developable areas, thereby constraining building placement
and site design.
Objective Development Standards (SB 330)
The Project complies with all applicable objective development standards except as noted
below. The waiver from these three standards is allowed pursuant to the Development Code.
1. Massing: For projects over two stories in height, portions of the upper stories are
required to be recessed a minimum of two feet from the front façade to reduce
perceived massing at the pedestrian level.
As Proposed: Certain unit types in the project do not provide the two-foot recess
at the upper stories, as the proposed façades maintain a flat plane to
accommodate interior space and optimize livable floor area.
2. Wall Plane Variation: Exterior walls are required to include a minimum two-foot
variation in depth at least every 40 feet of wall length and incorporate
architectural features such as windows, balconies, trellises, arcades, varied
materials, or awnings.
As Proposed: Some proposed elevations have limited wall plane variation due to
interior layout constraints and to simplify construction, while still incorporating
architectural articulation through window placement, materials, and balconies.
3. Site Design: Decks and balconies should be recessed and/or incorporated into
the massing of the home, rather than protruding out of the home, to enhance
privacy
As Proposed: Certain decks and balconies extend beyond the primary building
mass to maximize usable outdoor space and access to light, and provide
articulation to the building facades.
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Architecture and Site Plan
The 86 three-story, attached multi-family condominium units on the 3.7 acre site are
provided across 14 buildings which each contain between three and eight units. The Spanish
architectural style is executed consistently throughout the Project site. Complementary
landscaping, including 10 new Western Sycamores complements the building design. A
vesting tentative tract map will subdivide the airspace to create condominium units for sale.
The surrounding neighborhood includes a mix of commercial developments, such as the
recently constructed Hilton Hotel, as well as older multi-family and single-family residences
consisting of various architectural styles. The Project’s Spanish style architecture is
compatible with this context and provides an appropriate transition from the more intensive
development along Colorado Place to the lower scale residential neighborhood to the east.
The proposed building heights are consistent with the surrounding area, at three stories with
a maximum height of 39 feet. In addition, the Project has two interior side yard property
lines, only one of which abuts existing multi-family residential use, thereby minimizing
potential impacts on surrounding residences.
Figure 6 – The Project as viewed from the intersection of Santa Rosa Road and San Juan Drive.
Parking and Circulation
The Development Code requires 1.5 spaces per unit, for a total requirement of 129 parking
spaces. The Project provides 177 spaces, exceeding the minimum requirement. Each unit is
served by a two-car garage, with five (5) additional guest parking spaces provided on-site.
All garages meet or exceed the minimum required dimensions of 20’ x 20’ for a side-by-side
garage or 10’ x 39’ for a tandem garage. Back-up space behind the parking spaces complies
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throughout the site, except where a waiver has been requested. A minimum of 17 bicycle
parking spaces are required and will be provided throughout the site.
The Project proposes to remove two (2) existing driveways from Colorado Place and one (1)
driveway from San Juan Drive, and to shift the remaining Colorado Place driveway slightly
further south. Two (2) new driveway connections to Santa Rosa Drive (one of which serves
only a single residence), are proposed. The changes to the site driveways will consolidate
access and improve overall site circulation. Traffic and access were evaluated by the City
Engineer and no additional studies or analyses were required.
Protected Trees
Five (5) protected trees located on site are proposed for removal. Four (4) are located within
development footprint and one (1) is to be removed at the request of the LACFCD to facilitate
improved emergency access to the wash. Due to the location, retention is not feasible.
In accordance with the City’s Tree Preservation requirements, the Applicant will plant a
minimum of 10 replacement 24-inch box trees. The landscape plan identifies 10 Western
Sycamore trees dispersed throughout the site. A condition of approval requires installation
of replacement trees and submission of a follow-up Arborist Report prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
Four (4) off-site Western Sycamore trees located on the Barnhart School property have
protected zones extending into the site. Protective measures recommended by the Arborist
will be implemented during construction to preserve tree health.
FINDINGS
Pursuant to the Development Code approval of a multi-family project in the C-G zone with
an RF Overlay requires that all applicable findings be satisfied.
Tentative Tract Map
1. The proposed map, subdivision design, and improvements are consistent with
the General Plan, any applicable specific plan, and the Subdivisions Division of
the Development Code.
Facts to Support This Finding: The proposed Vesting Tentative Tract Map, subdivision
design, and associated improvements are consistent with the City’s General Plan, and the
State Subdivision Map Act. The Project site is zoned Commercial with a Residential Flex
(RF) Overlay, which encourages residential development on commercial sites in a manner
with surrounding uses.
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The map would subdivide the airspace to allow individual ownership of condominium
units and provide adequate access, circulation, utilities, and public services. All required
improvements will be installed or guaranteed in accordance with City standards and
conditions of approval.
The proposed subdivision supports the City’s housing goals by facilitating infill residential
development on a commercial site. The Project is consistent with the following General
Plan goals and policies:
Land Use and Community Design Element
• Policy LU-1.1: Promote new infill and redevelopment projects that are consistent with
the City’s land use and compatible with surrounding existing uses.
• Policy LU-4.1: Require that new multi-family residential development be visually and
functionally integrated and consistent in scale, mass, and character with structures in
the surrounding neighborhood.
Housing Element
• Housing Policy H-2.2: Encourage development of residential uses in strategic
proximity to employment, recreational facilities, schools, neighborhood commercial
areas, and transportation routes.
• Housing Policy H-3.1: Promote the use of State density bonus provisions to encourage
affordable housing for lower, moderate income households and senior housing.
• Housing Policy H-4.4: Support infill development at appropriate locations in the City.
2. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of
development.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project site is designated Commercial under the
City’s General Plan and is zoned General Commercial (C-G) with a Residential Flex (RF)
Overlay, which establishes a minimum residential density of 30 dwelling units per acre.
The proposed 86 multi-family residential unit development falls below this minimum. The
Project includes a request for a Major Administrative Modification to allow the reduced
density based on site specific physical constraints.
The Project site is divided by an existing Los Angeles County Flood Control District wash
and associated easement, which significantly limits the developable area of the property.
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In addition, the site is irregular in shape, reducing the efficiency of the site and
constraining the ability to achieve higher densities while maintaining appropriate access,
circulation, and site functionality.
Despite these limitations, the Project provides an efficient layout, adequate access,
parking, utilities, resident amenities, and open space. Accordingly, the site is physically
suitable for the proposed development, subject to approval of the requested Major
Administrative Modification.
3. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure
fish or wildlife or their habitat.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project involves the subdivision of an infill site within
an urbanized area and does not serve as a habitat for endangered or rare species. The
site is already developed or disturbed, and no sensitive biological resources are present.
Therefore, the Project is not expected to cause substantial environmental damage or
significantly impact fish, wildlife, or their habitat.
4. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health or safety problems.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project proposes to subdivide the airspace of a multi-
family development. It will comply with all applicable Building and Fire Codes to ensure
public health and safety. The proposed density will be below the maximum density
allowed by the C-G Zone and RF Overlay, and the City’s existing infrastructure will
adequately serve the Project. Therefore, the Project will not cause any public health or
safety problems.
5. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of, property
within the proposed subdivision (This finding shall apply only to easements of
record or to easements established by judgement of a court of competent
jurisdiction and no authority is hereby granted to a legislative body to
determine that the public at large has acquired easements for access through
or use of property within the proposed subdivision).
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has been reviewed for consistency with
existing and proposed easements affecting the site and will not conflict with easements
acquired by the public at large. Two existing easements related to Southern California
Edison equipment are proposed to be quitclaimed, as the associated facilities will be
removed or relocated and are no longer required. The existing Los Angeles County Flood
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Control District wash easement will be maintained and will remain clear of any
construction in accordance with agency requirements.
An existing Southern California Gas Company easement along the property frontage will
also be maintained and left undisturbed within the required front setback along Colorado
Place. To accommodate Project infrastructure, an existing sewer main will be realigned,
and, pursuant to Condition 24, and a new easement will be recorded over the realigned
sewer facilities to ensure continued access for ongoing maintenance.
With the maintenance of required easements, the quitclaim of easements that are no
longer necessary, and the dedication of a new easement over the realigned sewer main,
the Project will not conflict with any easements acquired by the public at large.
6. The discharge of sewage from the proposed subdivision into the community
sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements specified by
the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Arcadia Public Works Services Department has
determined that the City’s existing infrastructure can adequately serve the Project. The
discharge of sewage from the Project into the community sewer system will comply with
all requirements specified by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.
7. The proposed subdivision, its design, density, and type of development and
improvements conforms to the regulation of the Development Code and the
regulations of any public agency having jurisdiction by law.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project, as conditioned, complies with the density
requirements of the City’s Development Code. The requested reduction in density is
consistent with the criteria for approval under Major Administrative Modification No.
Major AM 25-10, and all necessary findings can be made should the modification be
approved with this Project. All the improvements required for the site and each unit will
comply with the regulations in the City’s Development Code.
Architectural Design Review
The Multi-Family Architectural Design Review component of the Project was submitted
along with an SB 330 Preliminary Application pursuant to Government Code Section
65941.1, establishing vesting rights for the Project established on September 18, 2025,
the date the SB 330 Preliminary Application was submitted. The Project satisfies the
procedural requirements of SB 330, and the design component has been determined to
comply with all the applicable provisions of SB 330, including the objective development
standards. Therefore, the design of the Project is not subject to discretionary review.
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1. The Project is in compliance with all applicable development standards and
regulations of the Development Code.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has been reviewed for compliance with all
applicable development standards and regulations of the City’s Development Code. It is
located in the General Commercial (C-G) Zone with the Residential Flex (RF) Overlay and
is subject to the applicable standards governing multi-family residential development in
that zone. Except as otherwise permitted through State Density Bonus Law, Senate Bill
330, and the approved Major Administrative Modification, the Project complies with all
applicable objective development standards, including but not limited to height,
setbacks, parking, open space, and site design requirements. Any deviations from
development standards are either allowed under State law or have been reviewed and
approved through the appropriate discretionary processes. Based on the factors, the
Project is consistent with the Development Code and complies with all required
development standards and regulations.
2. The Project is consistent with the objectives and standards of the applicable
Design Guidelines.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has not been reviewed for consistency with
the City’s applicable Design Guidelines. Pursuant to Senate Bill 330, it is subject only to
objective development standards, and discretionary design guidelines do not apply. The
Project complies with all applicable objective development standards, except where
limited waivers are permitted and requested in accordance with the Development Code
and State Density Bonus law. These waivers are consistent with provisions allowing
flexibility to promote improved architectural outcomes. Based on this review, the Project
satisfies the required Design Guideline consistency finding.
3. The Project is compatible in terms of scale and aesthetic design with
surrounding properties and developments.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project site is located within an eclectic
neighborhood that includes a mix of commercial, multi-family, and single-family
residential uses. In terms of scale, the Project has been designed to respond to its
context, including its proximity to the adjacent single-family residential neighborhood.
Building heights, setbacks, and massing have been configured to provide a gradual
transition between uses, and the overall intensity of development is consistent with other
surrounding residential properties. The Project’s architectural design incorporates
cohesive materials, articulation, and detailing to create an attractive development that
fits along this commercial corridor and within the neighborhood context. Based on the
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mixed character of the surrounding area and the Project’s design and scale, the Project
is compatible with adjacent properties and surrounding neighborhood.
4. The Project has an adequate and efficient site layout in terms of access,
vehicular circulation, parking, and landscaping.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has been designed with an integrated and
efficient site layout providing adequate access, internal circulation, parking, and
landscaping. Vehicular access to the site is consolidated to improve circulation and safety,
including the removal of existing driveways and establishment of a new primary access
point, which reduces curb cuts and improves overall site functionality.
The Project provides parking exceeding the Development Code requirement of 1.5
spaces per dwelling unit, with parking accommodated in attached garages and
supplemental on-site spaces. Internal drive aisles and garage access are designed to
function efficiently and safely, and the site layout supports adequate emergency and
service access. Based on review, the proposed access and circulation do not raise traffic
or parking concerns.
Landscaping is incorporated throughout the site to provide visual relief, screening, and
buffering, particularly along site perimeters and adjacent to residential uses. The
proposed landscape design enhances the site’s functionality and compatibility while
complying with the Development Code standards. As such, the Project provides an
adequate, efficient, and well-functioning site layout in terms of access, vehicular
circulation, parking, and landscaping.
5. The Project is in compliance with all of the applicable criteria identified in
Subparagraph 9107.19.040(C)(5) of the Development Code.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has been reviewed for compliance with the
applicable criteria set forth in Development Code Section 9107.19.040(C)(5) and satisfies
those requirements. It is consistent with the applicable provisions of the Development
Code and other relevant City regulations and policies. The Project also aligns with the
City’s General Plan land use designation, and no specific plan applies to the site.
The Project has not been evaluated for consistency with applicable design guidelines,
policies, and standards. Pursuant to Senate Bill 330, it is subject only to objective
standards and complies with all applicable objective development standards, except
where limited waivers are permitted and approved in accordance with the Development
Code and State law.
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The site layout is efficient and functional. The arrangement and relationship of the
proposed structures to one another and to surrounding development are harmonious
and reflect sound design standards. The Project provides safe and efficient public access
and internal circulation, parking exceeding Development Code requirements and
appropriately located driveways. Potential on-site and off-site traffic and parking impacts
have been evaluated and determined not to pose a health or safety concern. The
consolidation of 225 Colorado Place with 201 Colorado Place provides scale efficiencies,
as communal facilities such as open space and a trash enclosure serve a larger number
of residential units. In addition, the Project provides a cohesive architectural design with
a pedestrian-oriented frontage along Colorado Place, complementing the scale and
character of surrounding development.
The Project includes adequate open space and water-efficient landscaping consistent
with City standards. It is compatible with neighboring properties and developments in
terms of scale and aesthetic treatment, particularly with respect to adjacent public areas
and nearby residential uses. Therefore, the Project complies with all applicable criteria
identified in Subparagraph 9107.19.040(C)(5) of the Development Code.
Density Bonus
1. The project will be consistent with the General Plan, except as provided by the
Density Bonus Section of the Development Code with regard to maximum
density, density bonuses, and other incentives and concessions.
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project is consistent with the Commercial General
Plan land use designation, which permits residential development within certain
commercial areas where affordable housing is provided. The Project proposes to provide
10.4 percent of the for-sale units at the moderate-income level, qualifying the Project for
a State Density Bonus. While the Applicant is not requesting the additional density
afforded by the Density Bonus Law, the Project does request waivers from development
standards that would otherwise limit the Project’s feasibility. The proposed density of
23.2 dwelling units per acre is below the General Plan’s minimum target density of 30
dwelling units per acre. However, the General Plan states that the Development Code will
establish the specific type and intensity of development permitted in individual areas.
Due to site-specific constraints, a Major Administrative Modification is required to allow
a density below the minimum target while maintaining consistency with the General Plan.
Therefore, the Project will be consistent with the General Plan.
2. The approved number of dwellings can be accommodated by existing and
planned infrastructure capacities.
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Facts to Support This Finding: The Project has been reviewed by the Public Works
Department and Engineering Division. Both determined that the City’s existing
infrastructure, including sewer, water, and public roadways, will adequately serve the
Project.
3. Adequate evidence exists to indicate that the project will provide affordable
housing in a manner consistent with the purpose and intent of this Section.
Facts to Support This Finding: Nine of the 86 residential units (10.4%) will be restricted
to moderate income residents, meeting the threshold established by Density Bonus law
which requires that at least 10% of the units in a for-sale development be restricted to
moderate income residents. Accordingly, the Project meets this requirement. A condition
of approval requires the preparation, submittal, and recordation of an Affordable
Housing Agreement prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
4. In the event that the City does not grant at least one financial concession or
incentive as defined in Government Code Section 65915 in addition to the
density bonus, that additional concessions or incentives are not necessary to
ensure affordable housing costs as defined in Health and Safety Code Section
50052.5, or for rents for the targeted units to be set as specified in Government
Code Section 65915(c).
Facts to Support This Finding: The Project does not include the use of any concessions
or incentives. However, the Project includes waivers for having parking areas within 20
feet of the street side property lines, reduced setbacks and upper level stepbacks, and
front entries that do not have coverings. Each request has been reviewed for its potential
health and safety impact on the persons or property on or within the vicinity of the
Project. It was determined that none of the requests have the potential to be a substantial
health and safety impact. The Project can therefore provide 10.4% affordable units,
consistent with the requirements of State Density Bonus law, without incorporating a
concession or incentive.
5. There are sufficient provisions to guarantee that the units will remain
affordable for the required time period.
Facts to Support This Finding: The affordable housing units for Moderate Income will
be secured through a recorded Affordable Housing Covenant Agreement, which will run
with the land and be enforceable by the City. The agreement will specify the number of
units, household income restrictions, method of calculation for sale and resale prices,
and a minimum affordability term of 45 years, consistent with State Density Bonus law.
The covenant will ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable State and local
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requirements and will be executed prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.
Therefore, there are sufficient provisions to guarantee that the units will remain
affordable for the required time period.
Major Administrative Modification
According to Development Code Section 9107.05.050, an Administrative Modification
may be approved if at least one of the following findings can be made:
1. Promote uniformity of development;
2. Prevent an unreasonable hardship; or
3. Secure an appropriate improvement of the lot.
Facts to Support This Finding: The requested reduction in the minimum residential
density from 30 dwelling units per acre to about 23.2 units per acre for the Project is
necessary to secure an appropriate improvement of the lot and to prevent unreasonable
hardship. The Project site is subject to significant physical constraints that limit the
efficient use of the property and the ability to achieve the minimum density.
The site is divided by a Los Angeles County Flood Control District wash and associated
easement, portions of which are open and others underground. Development within the
easement is prohibited, effectively dividing the site into separate buildable areas and
constraining building placement, internal circulation, and connectivity.
Additionally, the site consists of irregularly shaped parcels, further reducing site
efficiency. Strict application of the minimum density requirement would necessitate
impractical building configurations, potentially resulting in substandard site planning,
circulation conflicts, or reduced livability. Further, the site is also adjacent to an
established single-family residential neighborhood. The proposed reduced density
allows for a more compatible transition in scale and intensity between the multi-family
development and surrounding single-family homes, while still supporting residential
development consistent with the General Plan, RF Overlay, and Housing Element
objectives.
Therefore, proposed reduction in residential density secures an appropriate
improvement of the lot and prevents an unreasonable hardship created by site-specific
physical constraints, while allowing for a cohesive site layout, adequate access and
circulation, compatibility with surrounding development, and the provision of deed-
restricted affordable housing units.
Removal of a Healthy Protected Tree
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Facts to Support This Finding: The removal of four (4) protected Western Sycamore
trees is required because the trees are located entirely within the Project site and directly
conflict with the development footprint and required site improvements. The trees are
situated in areas necessary for the construction of residential buildings, internal drive
aisles, and supporting infrastructure, and therefore cannot be retained while allowing
the Project to be developed as proposed.
In addition, one (1) Chinese Elm tree is proposed for removal at the request of the Los
Angeles County Flood Control District to accommodate required access improvements
associated with the adjacent flood control channel. The removal of these protected trees
is required to facilitate the Project and comply with related public agency requirements.
Replacement planting will be required in accordance with the City’s Protected Tree
Ordinance and the conditions of approval. The Applicant is proposing to plant ten (10)
Western Sycamore trees throughout the development site.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the City has
determined that the Project is Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15332,
Class 32, “In-Fill Development Projects” – refer to Attachment No. 5. A Categorical Exemption
Memorandum was prepared by De Novo Planning Group on behalf of the City analyzing the
potential environmental impacts of the Project in accordance with the requirements of
CEQA.
It was determined that the Project would not result in significant impacts to traffic, noise, air
quality, or water quality, that the site can be adequately served by all required utilities, that
the properties do not contain any historical resources, and that no exceptions to the Class
32 Categorical Exemption apply to the Project. The proposed sewer realignment is required
only to facilitate the siting of the multi-family buildings and does not require any
improvements due to input from the Project. As such, this work is a condition of approval
and not a mitigation measure. For these reasons, the Project qualifies as a Class 31
Categorical Exemption under the CEQA Guidelines.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/NOTICE
A public hearing notice for this item was posted at the City Clerk’s Office, City Council
Chambers, at the Arcadia Library, and on the City’s website on February 12, 2026. It was also
mailed to the property owners located within 300 feet of the subject property. As of February
19, 2026, no comments have been received.
In addition, the Project Applicant voluntarily conducted a public meeting to discuss the
Project on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the existing office building located at 201 Colorado
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Place. Property owners within 300 feet of the project site were notified of the meeting;
however, no members of the public attended.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 2186 recommending
that the City Council approve Multi-Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12,
Major Administrative Modification No. Major AM 25-10, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. TTM
25-08 (84968), Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15, Protected Tree Encroachment
Permit No. TRE 25-14, and Certificate of Demolition Nos. COD 25-30 and COD 25-31, and find
that the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Section 15332 (Class 32), subject to the following conditions of approval:
Planning
1. The Project shall be developed and maintained by the Applicant/Property Owner in a
manner that is consistent with the plans submitted and conditionally approved for
Multi-Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12, Major Administrative
Modification No. Major AM 25-10, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 25-08 (84968),
Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15, Protected Tree Encroachment Permit No.
TRE 25-14, and Certificate of Demolition Nos. COD 25-30 and COD 25-31, subject to the
satisfaction of the Deputy Development Services Director or designee.
2. The Applicant/Property Owner shall comply with all applicable provisions of the State
Density Bonus Law (Government Code Section 65915), including maintaining the
required number, type, and affordability levels of restricted units for the duration
required by law. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, the Applicant shall enter
into a Density Bonus and Affordable Housing Agreement with the City, which shall be
recorded against the property to ensure long-term compliance. A $7,000 deposit shall
be submitted to the City for review and approval by the City’s housing consultant and
City Attorney prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
3. Prior to final building inspection, at minimum ten 24-inch box Western Sycamore shall
be planted on the subject site as replacement trees. A Landscape Plan, prepared in
compliance with the City’s Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, shall be submitted
with the building plans into plan-check. The replacement trees shall be shown on the
approved Landscape Plan and shall be subject to review and approval by the Planning
Division. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant/Property Owner
shall submit a report prepared by a certified arborist that the required replacement
trees have been installed in accordance with the approved plans.
4. Any required mechanical equipment, including but not limited to backflow devices and
transformers, that is visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened from public
view. Screening shall consist of landscaping, solid walls or other methods deemed
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appropriate for the development, shall be subject to review and approval by the Deputy
Development Services Director, or designee. The location, design, and height of all
required screening shall be subject to review and approval prior to issuance of a
Certificate of Occupancy.
5. The building plan check submittal shall clearly identify the required 17 bicycle parking
spaces on the site plan. Each bicycle parking space shall measure a minimum two (2)
feet width and six (6) feet in length, with a minimum five (5) foot maneuvering aisle
provided behind the bicycle rack area.
6. During all on-site construction activities, including but not limited to equipment
maintenance and staging of haul trucks, construction operations shall not take place
before 7:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and before 8:00 a.m. or
after 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. No construction activities shall occur on Sundays and City
recognized holidays.
7. All proposed signage shall require approval through a separate Sign Architectural
Design Review application and shall comply with all applicable provisions of the
Development Code.
8. The Final Map is to be recorded prior to the issuance of building permits for any
structures.
Building
9. The plans that are submitted to Building Services for plan-check shall comply with the
latest adopted edition of the following codes as applicable:
a. California Building Code (CBC)
b. California Electrical Code
c. California Mechanical Code
d. California Plumbing Code
e. California Energy Code
f. California Fire Code
g. California Green Building Standards Code
h. California Existing Building Code
i. Arcadia Municipal Code
10. Grading plans shall be submitted as part of the building plan-check, and shall be subject
to review and approval by Engineering, Planning and Building Services prior to the
issuance of building permits. The grading plans shall indicate all proposed site
improvements and clearly depict complete drainage patterns and conveyance of all
surface runoff.
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Engineering
11. Prior to approval of the Final Tract Map, the Applicant/Property Owner shall construct
or post security for all required public improvements, subject to review and approval
by the City Engineer, including but not limited to the following:
a. Remove existing and construct new driveway approaches in accordance with City
Standard, including City Standard 801-1. Depending on the design, the driveway
approach at 225 Santa Rosa Road may need to be required to be partially
reconstructed.
b. Remove, replace, and construct sidewalk along Colorado Place, San Juan Drive,
and Santa Rosa Road to provide a continuous and accessible path of travel in
compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Public Right-Of-Way
Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG). Sidewalk shall not be required at the wash.
c. Remove and replace curb and gutter, including a two (2) foot slot cut from
property line to property line. Replacement of curb and gutter at the wash and
the existing catch basins on Colorado Place shall not be required.
d. Construct ADA compliant curb ramps at the Northeast corner of Colorado Place
and San Juan Drive and the Northwest corner of San Juan Drive and Santa Rosa
Road.
12. The proposed development shall include a Low Impact Development (LID) Plan
prepared in accordance with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works 2014
LID standard Manual. The LID Plan shall identify all selected LID measures on the
grading plan. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant/Property
Owner shall provide proof of recordation of the LID Plan and Master Covenant and
Agreement with the Los Angeles County Recorder.
13. Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy, the Applicant/Property Owner shall
repair any damage to the street and alley frontages caused by the development,
including but not limited to trench cuts and impacts from construction traffic, in
accordance with the direction of the City Engineer. If the street is listed on the City’s
pavement moratorium, repairs may extend from curb to curb, as directed by the City
Engineer.
14. As part of the Project, existing overhead electrical service must be removed and
replaced with underground electrical services. Electrical transformers are to be
installed on private property, outside of any public right-of-way.
Fire Department
15. All structures shall have automatic fire sprinkler system per the City of Arcadia Fire
Department Single & Multi-Family Dwelling Sprinkler Standard.
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16. The on-site driveway shall be a minimum 26 feet wide and provide a vertical clearance
of 13 feet and 6 inches.
17. A new public hydrant shall be provided on the west side of the west entry drive on Santa
Rosa Rd. prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
18. A knox switch or switches shall be provided for any vehicular gates.
Public Works
19. The Applicant/Property Owner shall remove the large Deodar Cedar at the south end
of 225 Colorado Place and the declining small tree at 225 Colorado Place, in accordance
with a permit from Public Works Services. The Applicant/Property Owner shall replant
two (2) 36” box Deodar Cedar trees. The location of the tree replacement trees shall be
determined by the Public Works Inspector, and all required replacement shall be
completed prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy.
20. The Applicant/Property Owner shall utilize existing sewer lateral(s), wherever feasible.
Any proposed modifications or new laterals shall be subject to review and approval by
the City Engineer. Per the approved Sewer Area Study, new laterals shall not connect
directly to a manhole.
21. If any drainage fixture within any structure is located at an elevation lower than the
elevation of the next upstream manhole cover, the Applicant/Property owner shall
install an approved backwater valve on the building sewer lateral. The backwater valve
shall be located on the private property side of the property line and shall be
maintained in accordance with City standards.
22. The Applicant/Property Owner shall provide an updated sewer relocation study to
Public Works Services at the time of building plan check submittal. The study shall
include detailed construction drawings and be subject to review and approval by the
Public Works Services Department. The area north of Foothill Boulevard in the updated
sewer relocation study shall be consistent with the area north of Foothill Boulevard as
shown in the previously approved Sewer Area Study, dated January 26, 2026.
23. The existing sewer main shall be relocated in accordance with the approved updated
sewer relocation study, and the existing sewer main shall be abandoned prior to the
commencement of construction. Sewer bypassing shall be provided as necessary
during the relocation process to prevent overflows or interruptions to sewer service.
24. A 10 foot wide easement in favor of the City of Arcadia shall be recorded over the
relocated sewer main prior to the sewer main becoming operational. The easement
document shall be prepared by the Applicant/Property Owner’s consultant to the
satisfaction of the City Attorney and City Engineer and recorded with the Los Angeles
County Recorder prior to abandonment of the existing sewer main. The recorded
easement is to be shown on the Final Vesting Tract Map.
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25. An 8” cast iron water main with 76 psi static pressure is available on San Juan Drive, an
8” ductile iron water main with 76 psi static pressure south of the pressure reducing
station and 110 psi north of the pressure reducing station is available on Colorado
Place, and a 6” cast iron water main with 75 psi static pressure is available on Santa
Rosa Road. All three mains are available for domestic use and fire service.
26. At the time of Building Plan Check submittal, the Applicant/Property Owner shall
provide calculations to determine the maximum domestic demand and maximum fire
demand for the City to verify the required water service size required.
27. The Applicant/Property Owner shall provide separate water services and meters for
specific domestic and landscape irrigation uses. All water services will require approved
reduced pressure backflow devices for meter services protection.
28. Fire protection requirements shall be as stipulated by the Arcadia Fire Department and
shall be conformed to Arcadia Standard Plan. A separate fire service with Double Check
Detector Assembly (DCDA) shall be installed. Location of DCDA shall be close to the
public right of way and cannot be located inside any structure.
29. A Water Meter Permit Application shall be submitted to the Public Works Services
Department prior to building permit issuance.
30. New water service installations shall be installed by the Applicant/Property Owner.
Installation shall be according to the specifications of the Public Works Services
Department, Engineering Section. Abandonment of existing water services, if
necessary, shall be carried out by the Applicant/Property Owner, according to Public
Works Services Department, Engineering Section specifications.
General
31. The Applicant/Property Owner shall comply with all City requirements regarding
building safety, fire prevention, detection, suppression, emergency access, public right-
of-way improvements, parking, water supply and water facilities, sewer facilities, trash
reduction and recycling requirements, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) measures, all to the satisfaction of the Building Official, Fire Marshal,
Public Works Services Director, and Deputy Development Services Director.
Compliance with these requirements is to be determined by having fully detailed
construction plans submitted for plan check review and approval by the foregoing City
officials and employees.
32. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Applicant must defend, indemnify, and hold
the City, any departments, agencies, divisions, boards, and/or commissions of the City,
and its elected officials, officers, contractors serving as City officials, agents, employees,
and attorneys of the City (“Indemnitees”) harmless from liability for damages and/or
claims, actions, or proceedings for damages for personal injuries, including death, and
claims for property damage, and with respect to all other actions and liabilities for
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damages caused or alleged to have been caused by reason of the Applicant’s activities
in connection with MFADR 25-12 with a Density Bonus, Major AM 25-10, TTM 25-08
(84968), TRH 25-15, TRE 25-14, COD 25-30, and COD 25-31(“Project”) on the Project site,
and which may arise from the direct or indirect operations of the Applicant or those of
the Applicant’s contractors, agents, tenants, employees or any other persons acting on
Applicant’s behalf, which relate to the development and/or construction of the Project.
This indemnity provision applies to all damages and claims, actions, or proceedings for
damages, as described above, regardless of whether the City prepared, supplied, or
approved the plans, specifications, or other documents for the Project.
In the event of any legal action challenging the validity, applicability, or interpretation
of any provision of this approval, or any other supporting document relating to the
Project, the City will notify the Applicant of the claim, action, or proceedings and will
cooperate in the defense of the matter. The Applicant must indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the Indemnitees, and each of them, with respect to all liability, costs and
expenses incurred by, and/or awarded against, the City or any of the Indemnitees in
relation to such action. Within 15 days’ notice from the City of any such action, the
Applicant shall provide to the City a cash deposit to cover legal fees, costs, and expenses
incurred by City in connection with defense of any legal action in an initial amount to
be reasonably determined by the City Attorney. The City may draw funds from the
deposit for such fees, costs, and expenses. Within 5 business days of each and every
notice from the City that the deposit has fallen below the initial amount,
Applicant/Property Owner shall replenish the deposit each and every time in order for
City’s legal team to continue working on the matter. The City shall only refund to the
Applicant/Property Owner any unexpended funds from the deposit within 30 days of:
(i) a final, non-appealable decision by a court of competent jurisdiction resolving the
legal action; or (ii) full and complete settlement of legal action. The City shall have the
right to select legal counsel of its choice. The parties hereby agree to cooperate in
defending such action. The City will not voluntarily assist in any such third-party
challenge(s). In consideration for approval of the Project, this condition shall remain in
effect if the entitlement(s) related to this Project is rescinded or revoked, at the request
of the Applicant or not.
33. Approval of Multi-Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12, Major
Administrative Modification No. Major AM 25-10, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. TTM
25-08 (84968), Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15, Protected Tree
Encroachment Permit No. TRE 25-14, and Certificate of Demolition Nos. COD 25-30 and
COD 25-31 shall not be in effect unless the Property Owner and Applicant have
executed and filed the Acceptance Form with the City within 30 calendar days after
adoption of the Resolution by the City Council. The Acceptance Form filed with the
Development Services Department shall indicate awareness and acceptance of all
conditions of approval.
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If any Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has any questions or comments
regarding this matter prior to the February 24, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting, please
contact Planning Services Manager, Fiona Graham, at (626) 574-5442, or
fgraham@ArcadiaCA.com.
Approved:
Lisa L. Flores
Interim Development Services Director
Attachment No. 1: Resolution No. 2186
Attachment No. 2: Aerial Photo with Zoning Information and Photos of the Subject
Property and Vicinity
Attachment No. 3: Vesting Tentative Tract Map
Attachment No. 4: Architectural Plans and Landscape Plan
Attachment No. 5: Categorical Exemption Memorandum with technical studies