HomeMy WebLinkAbout7651RESOLUTION NO. 7651
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN 86-UNIT MULTI -FAMILY CONDOMINIUM
PROJECT, INCLUDING 9 AFFORDABLE UNITS, WITH A DENSITY BONUS
AND SB 330, KNOWN AS THE COLORADO COLLECTION, AT 201 AND 225
COLORADO PLACE
WHEREAS, on October 7, 2025, Matt Waken, on behalf of MW Investment
Group, LLC, the project owner and developer ("Applicant"), submitted applications
for Multi -Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12 with a density bonus,
Major Administrative Modification No. 25-10, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. TTM
25-08 (84968), Protected Tree Encroachment Permit No. THE 25-14, and Healthy Tree
Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15 and subsequently submitted Certificates of
Demolition Nos. COD 25-30 and COD 25-31 on December 3, 2025, for the
development of an 86-unit, three-story, multi -family residential condominium
development located at 201 and 225 Colorado Place ("Project"); and
WHEREAS, The Project includes nine (9) deed -restricted affordable units at the
moderate -income level, which qualifies the Project for a density bonus pursuant to
State Density Bonus Law and the City's Density Bonus regulations; and
WHEREAS, a Preliminary Application was submitted pursuant to Senate Bill
("SB") 330 on September 18, 2025, and the Project is vested as of that date; and
WHEREAS, 201 Colorado Place is identified on the City's Residential Sites
Inventory and is therefore eligible for residential redevelopment pursuant to the
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requirements of the Residential Flex ("RF") Overlay, and 225 Colorado Place, while not
identified on the Residential Sites Inventory, is being acquired by MW Investment
Group, LLC, resulting in consolidated ownership of the Project site and allowing
residential development across both properties; and
WHEREAS, on January 26, 2026, Planning Services completed an
environmental assessment for the Project in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and determined that the Project qualifies as a
Class 32 Categorical Exemption under CEQA pursuant to Section 15332 of the CEQA
Guidelines because the Project is considered an in -fill development project; and
WHEREAS, on February24, 2026, a duly noticed public hearingwas held before
the Planning Commission on said Project, at which time all interested persons were
given full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence, and, after discussing the
Project, the Planning Commission adopted PC Resolution No. 2186 with a 5-0 vote
recommending that the City Council approve the Project; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2026, a duly noticed public hearing was held before
the City Council on said Project, at which time all interested persons were given full
opportunity to be heard and to present evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,
HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. The factual data submitted by the Development Services
Department in the staff report dated March 17, 2026, are true and correct.
SECTION 2. This Council finds that based upon the entire record, pursuant to
the Arcadia Development Code, all of the following findings can be made:
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.
FACT: 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.
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:
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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.
FACT: 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
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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. 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.
FACT: 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.
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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.
FACT: 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 General Commercial ("C-G") Zone and Residential Flex ("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).
FACT: 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
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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 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.
FACT: -The Arcadia Public Works Services Department has determined that the
City's existing infrastructure can adequately serve the Project. The discharge of
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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 conform to the regulation of the Development Code and the
regulations of any public agency having jurisdiction by law.
FACT: 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 and design standards. Therefore, the design of the Project
is not subject to discretionary review.
8. The Project is in compliance with all applicable development standards
and regulations of the Development Code.
FACT: 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, SB 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 appropriate discretionary processes. Based on the factors, the
Project is consistent with the Development Code and complies with all required
development standards and regulations.
9. The Project is consistent with the objectives and standards of the
applicable Design Guidelines.
FACT: The Project has not been reviewed for consistency with the City's
applicable Design Guidelines. Pursuant to SB 330, it is subject only to objective design
standards, and discretionary design guidelines do not apply. The Project complies
with all applicable objective development and design standards, except where limited
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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.
10. The Project is compatible in terms of scale and aesthetic design with
surrounding properties and developments.
FACT: 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 mixed
character of the surrounding area and the Project's design and scale, the Project is
compatible with adjacent properties and surrounding neighborhood.
11. The Project has an adequate and efficient site layout in terms of access,
vehicular circulation, parking, and landscaping.
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FACT: 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 anew 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.
12. The Project is in compliance with all of the applicable criteria identified
in Subparagraph 9107.19.040(C)(5) of the Development Code.
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FACT: 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 SB 330, it is subject only to objective
standards and complies with all applicable objective design standards, except where
limited waivers are permitted and approved in accordance with the ,Development
Code and State law.
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 two trash
enclosures serve a larger number of residential units. In addition, the Project provides
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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 91.07.19:040(C)(5) of the
Development Code.
Density Bonus
13. 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.
FACT: The Project is consistent with the General Commercial (C-G) land use
designation, which permits residential development within certain commercial areas
where affordable housing is provided. The Project proposes to provide 10.4% 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
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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, which is being considered as part of this application process. Therefore,
the Project will be consistent with the General. Plan.
14. The approved number of dwellings can be accommodated by existing
and planned infrastructure capacities.
FACT: The Project has been reviewed by the Public Works Services Department
and Engineering Division. Both determined that the City's existing infrastructure,
including sewer, water, and public roadways, will adequately serve the Project.
15. Adequate evidence exists to indicate that the project will provide
affordable housing in a manner consistent with the purpose and intent of this Section.
FACT: 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
proposed Condition of Approval requires the preparation, submittal, and recordation
of an Affordable Housing Agreement prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
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16. 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)
FACT: 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 step backs, 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.
17. There are sufficient provisions to guarantee that the units will remain
affordable for the required time period.
FACT: 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,
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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
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
18. 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 a parcel.
FACT: 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 unreaso-nable 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
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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.
Protected Trees
FACT: 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
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areas necessary for the construction of residential buildings, internal drive aisles, and
supporting infrastructure, and 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 10 Western Sycamore trees throughout the
development site.
SECTION 3. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality
Act ("CEQA"), this Project is subject to a Class 32 Categorical Exemption as an infill-
development project per Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines.
SECTION 4. For the foregoing reasons, the City Council determines that the
Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32, Infill Development
Projects), and further recommends that the City Council approve Multi -Family
Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 25-12 with a density bonus, Major
Administrative Modification No. 25-10, Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 25-08
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(84968), Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-15, Protected Tree
Encroachment Permit No. THE 25-14, and Certificates of Demolition Nos. COD 25-30
and COD 25-31 for the development of an 86-unit, three-story, multi -family
residential condominium including a Density Bonus project located at 201 and 225
Colorado Place, subject to the conditions of approval attached hereto.
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 17th day of March, 2026.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael J. Maurer
City Attorney
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Mayor of the City of Arcadia
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS:
CITY OF ARCADIA )
I, LINDA RODRIGUEZ, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, hereby certifies that the
foregoing Resolution No. 7651 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City
of Arcadia, signed by the Mayor and attested to by the City Clerk at a regular meeting
of said Council held on the 17th day of March, 2026 and that said Resolution was
adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Cao, Fu, Kwa n, Cheng, and Wang
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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City Clerk of the City of Arcadia
RESOLUTION NO.7651
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. THE 25-14, and Certificate of Demolition Nos.
COD 25-30 and COD 25-31, subject to the satisfaction of the Development
Services Director or their 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 (10) 24-inch box Western
Sycamore trees 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. The
Applicant/Property Owner will replace any neighboring trees or facilities
damaged during construction.
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 appropriate for the development shall be subject to
review and approval by the Development Services Director or their designee.
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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
structu res.
Buildin
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.
Engineering
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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 ramp-s at the Northwest corner of San Juan
Drive and Santa Rosa Road.
e. Two (2) new streetlights shall be installed along the frontage of 201
Colorado Place. The proposed streetlights shall be depicted on the off -site
improvement plans submitted with the building plan check and shall be
designed and installed in accordance with the City's applicable standards,
subject to review and approval by the City Engineer.
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.
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14. As part of the Project, all existing electrical service must be undergrounded, with
the exception of two existing utility poles at the northeast corner of the Project
site. All required electrical transformers shall be installed on private property
and shall not be located within the 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.
16. The primary on -site driveway off Colorado Place 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
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 sewer
relocation study shall include detailed construction drawings and be subject to
review and approval by the Public Works Services Department. Also, because
the sewer line that services the subject site originates north of Foothill
Boulevard, the updated relocation study shall include the area north of Foothill
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Boulevard in the flow volume calculations to be consistent with the 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 issuance of building. 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.
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.
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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.
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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
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 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, THE 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
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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 five (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. THE 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.
34. The Applicant/Property owner shall plant additional evergreen screening trees
along the north property line, adjacent to the Santa Anita Church .and Barnhart
School, which have a minimum height of eight (8) feet at the time of planting,
and which can grow to a minimum height of 18 feet. The trees shall be shown
on the detailed landscape plan submitted as part of the Building Plan Check and
shall be approved by the Development Services Director.
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