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Certain "discretionary" "projects" must comply with the California Environmental Quality Act, most commonly referred to as "CEQA." "Discretionary" means that the development project requires some form of judgment and decision by a hearing body, such as a Development Services Director, Planning Commission, or City Council. "Project" is defined by CEQA state law as "an activity that (1) is a discretionary action by a governmental agency and (2) will either have a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect impact on the environment." (Pub. Res. Code, § 21065).
The Planning Division is responsible for conducting these environmental reviews, typically in consultation with a pre-qualified list of CEQA experts. The environmental review can vary depending on the complexity of the project. Generally, a project undergoes an "initial study," after which point, depending on the potential for environmental impacts, a "negative declaration," "mitigated negative declaration," or "environmental impact report" is prepared. In cases where a project qualifies for an exemption from CEQA, a "notice of exemption" is prepared and included for consideration as part of the discretionary action.
Environmental Notices
Case File: Conditional Use Permit (CUP 17350-2021), Tentative Tract Map (TRACTMAP 15999-2021), and Major Oak Tree Permit (MAJOTP 19533-2022)
Date of Publication: 10/19/22
Project Address: 2889 W. Mission Boulevard (Assessors’ Parcel Numbers 8707-020-001, 8707-020-008, and 8708-021-058)
Project Description: The 120.6-acre project site is located at Elephant Hill, a largely undeveloped foothill within the City. Specifically, the project site is located directly to the east of State Route (SR) 57; south of the Union Pacific Railroad tracks right-of-way, Spadra Cemetery, and the Los Angeles County Pomona Water Reclamation Plant; north of Mission Boulevard and Sorrento Ridge residential development and Eaves apartments; northwest of the Pomona Police Department Range and Inland Valley Humane Society; and approximately 370 feet west of Humane Way. The project site consists of three parcels (Assessors’ Parcel Numbers 8707-020-001, 8707- 020-008, and 8708-021-058). The project site is designated by the City of Pomona General Plan (2014) as Open Space and Urban Neighborhood. The site has split zoning, with the northern portion of the project site zoned as Open Space (O) and the southern portion of the site zoned as Planned Residential Development (PRD), with a Senate Bill (SB) 330 Overlay Zone. A small portion of the project site (1,591 square feet) located in the southern portion of the site to the north of Mission Boulevard, is within the Phillips Ranch Specific Plan and designated as Multi-Family Residential.
The proposed Development Area associated with the proposed Elephant Hill project (project) would be focused within the 43.77-acre southwestern portion of the site (Development Area) that is designated as Urban Neighborhood. The proposed Development Area would include development of 228 residential dwelling units, a recreational center, developed open space (including landscaped slopes and fuel modification areas), onsite roads, and utility infrastructure.
Environmental Review: The City has determined that the project may cause significant adverse environmental effects and potentially significant indirect, direct, and cumulative environmental effects. Therefore, an EIR will be prepared pursuant to the requirements of CEQA, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and the State CEQA Guidelines, 4 Cal. Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq. The potential environmental effects of the project that will be analyzed in the EIR include agriculture, aesthetics, air quality, biological resources, cultural resources, energy, geology and soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, hydrology and water quality land use and planning, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, transportation, tribal cultural resources, utilities and wildfire. For each of these environmental factors, the Draft EIR will utilize Appendix G of the State CEQA Guidelines and consider all of the actions involved, including potential impacts on the project site and offsite impacts necessary to implement the project, short-term construction impacts and long-term operational impacts, and cumulative impacts that could result from the combination of the project and related projects.
Public Comment Period: The City requests your written comments on the scope of the analysis within the EIR during the 30-day review period, which begins on October 19, 2022, and ends November 18, 2022. All comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day of the NOP comment period. Be sure to include the name, phone number, and address in your response. Please direct your comments or questions to:
Alex Jimenez, Associate Planner
Planning Division
City of Pomona
505 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, California 91766
909.620.2241
Documents: NOP – 2889 W. Mission Boulevard (Elephant Hill)
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number
Scoping Meeting:
The CEQA process encourages environmentally related comments and questions from the public throughout the planning process. Consistent with Section 21083.9 of the CEQA statute, a Public Scoping Meeting will be held to solicit environmentally related public comments on the scope and content of the EIR.
Time & Date Scoping Meeting for the Elephant Hill Project, Thursday, October 27, 2022, 6:00 p.m.
Location City Council Chambers, 505 S. Garey, Pomona, CA 91766 (in-person meeting)
Questions Alex Jimenez, Associate Planner
Available to contact at (909) 620-2441 or at alex.jimenez@pomonaca.gov
Para Información en Español, llame (909) 620-2441.
Case File: CUP 14649-2020, ENV 14650
Date of Publication: 3/2/22
Project Address: 3101 W. Temple Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on January 12, 2022. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 14649-2020) and Environmental (ENV 14650-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: The project entails construction of a six-story, 59,569 square foot (sf) expansion for the existing Double Tree Hotel. The expansion would be located on the southeast corner of the property and will include 90 guest rooms, an elevator lobby, basement with subterranean parking, and fitness center. The project would increase the total hotel capacity on the project site to approximately 220 guest rooms and 304 parking spaces. Guest rooms would be located on floors one through six and would consist of 79 standard guest rooms ranging from 335 to 415 sf and 11 deluxe suites ranging from 524 to 692 sf. The basement and floors one through six of the hotel would each have an elevator lobby ranging from 200 to 307 sf, two staircases near the east and west ends of the proposed building, and a service room ranging from 181 to 260 sf. The proposed fitness center would span two floors, with approximately 1,116 sf located on the basement level and an additional 906 sf located on the first floor.
Environmental Determination:
The City has performed an environmental review of this project. The environmental review examines the nature and extent of any adverse effects on the environment that could occur if a project is approved and implemented. Based on the review, the City has prepared a draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for this project. A Mitigated Negative Declaration is a statement by the City that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment if protective measures (mitigation measures) are included in the project.
This is to advise that the City of Pomona Planning Commission as the Lead Agency has approved the above described project on January 12, 2022 and made the following determinations regarding the project described above:
- The project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
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A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
- Mitigation measures were made a condition of project approval.
- A mitigation reporting or monitoring plan was adopted for this project.
- A statement of Overriding Considerations was not adopted for this project.
- Findings were made pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
Documents: Notice of Determination
State Clearinghouse:
Project Name: CUP-01579-2021; PARCELMAP-015780-2021; SPA-011850-2019; VAR-011849-2019
Date of Publication: 11/4/2021
Project Address: 1561 Via Estrella
Project Description: The proposed project is the hillside development of a vacant 2.69-acre site with two, single family structures as well as associated improvements including, up to 16 foot retaining walls, utilities, and new drive entries. Each residence will be two-stories in height with a lower floor garage, kitchen and living space. There will be a rear yard to the rear of the second floor. The project is located within the Attached Residential District of the Mountain Meadows Specific Plan area, with a General Plan designation of Residential Neighborhood. The revised project would result in a subdivision of the existing lot into two lots.
New drainage features would be constructed on-site to minimize potential flooding, including four-feet wide drainage swales along retaining walls in each rear yard, new catch basins, and underground storm drains to convey the runoff to the public street via under‑sidewalk culverts in nine locations. Utilities to be installed include sewer, potable and fire service water lines, a storm drain system, and gas, electrical, and telephone service. Connections for electricity, gas, and telephone service would be made at existing supply lines, junction boxes, and/or control panels adjacent to the project site along Via Estrella.
The project would require the following entitlements:
- Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide the subject lot into two lots.
- Specific Plan Amendment to change the land use designation for the project area from Attached Residential District to Detached Residential District.
- Conditional Use Permit to review the project’s compliance with the Hillside Ordinance.
- Variance to allow a reduction in the front yard setback from twenty-feet to ten-feet.
The project originally involved the subdivision of approximately 2.79 acres into eight lots composed of attached dwellings, with two units sharing a common wall.
Environmental Determination: The City prepared an Initial Study to determine the proposed projects impact on the environment. The Initial Study evaluated the development of eight attached residences on 2.79 acres, as opposed to the two single-family, detached residences on 2.69 acres. Thus, the revised project, would substantially reduce the number of units being built on a similar development footprint. As a result, the analysis in the existing Initial Study overestimates, and more than assesses the potential impacts of the revised project.
Tribal Consultation: The City is in consultation with Tribes pursuant to Senate Bill No. 18, enacted in 2004, and related to traditional tribal cultural places. The results of Tribal consultation will be documented, including any mitigation agreed to, in the final IS-MND.
Hazardous Materials Statement: The project site is not included on any list of hazardous waste sites prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5.
Document Availability: The draft IS-MND and other supporting environmental documents are available for public review at the City of Pomona, Planning Division, located at 505 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, California 91766, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
Documents:
Notice of Intent (NOI)
Draft Initial Study - Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND)
Public Comment Period: The City requests your written comments on the draft IS-MND during the 20-day review period, which begins on November 4, 2021, and ends on November 24, 2021. All comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day of the comment period. Be sure to include the name, phone number, and address in your response. Please direct your comments or questions to:
Vinny Tam, Senior Planner
Planning Division
City of Pomona
505 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, CA 91769
909-620-2284
vinny.tam@pomonaca.gov
Public Hearing (Tentative):
Planning Commission
Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
Zoom Video Conferencing (There will be no in-person public meeting location)
Project Name: CUP 14649-2020
Date of Publication: 10/28/2021
Project Address: 3101 W. Temple Avenue
Project Description: The project entails construction of a six-story, 59,569 square foot (sf) expansion for the existing hotel in the southeastern portion of the project site. The expansion would include 90 guest rooms, an elevator lobby, basement with subterranean parking, and fitness center. The project would increase the total hotel capacity on the project site to approximately 220 guest rooms and 304 parking spaces. Guest rooms would be located on floors one through six and would consist of 79 standard guest rooms ranging from 335 to 415 sf and 11 deluxe suites ranging from 524 to 692 sf. The basement and floors one through six of the hotel would each have an elevator lobby ranging from 200 to 307 sf, two staircases near the east and west ends of the proposed building, and a service room ranging from 181 to 260 sf. The proposed fitness center would span two floors, with approximately 1,116 sf located on the basement level and an additional 906 sf located on the first floor.
The project site is located on an approximately four-acre parcel (Assessor’s Parcel Number [APN]: 8719-002-016). The project is bound by gasoline dispensing facilities and West Temple Avenue to the north, a fast-food restaurant and the southbound State Route 57 (SR 57) on-ramp to the east, a water storage reservoir and undeveloped sloped land to the south, and commercial offices to the west. The location is generally surrounded by commercial development to the north and west, and residential developments and undeveloped land to the south and east. In addition, there is a large agricultural area located approximately 0.4 mile southwest of the project site.
The project site is currently developed with a six-story, 130-room hotel facility with 300 parking spaces on land with an average slope of 41.5 percent. The proposed project would include an expansion of the hotel and would be constructed on the southeastern portion of the site, which currently consists of an asphalt paved parking lot, landscaping, and undeveloped sloped land. The existing six-story hotel on the project site would remain.
Access to the project site is provided from West Temple Avenue. Regional access to the project site would be provided via the West Temple Avenue exit from SR 57, the Chino Hills Parkway exit from State Route 60 (SR 60), and the Rio Rancho Road exit from State Route 71 (SR 71).
To implement the project, approval of a Conditional Use Permit to be required to be in compliance with the development regulations of the C-4 zone.
Environmental Review:
The City has prepared an Initial Study to determine the proposed project’s potential impact on the environment. The City has determined that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, but by implementing the identified mitigation measures, the project's impacts would be reduced to less than significant levels. Accordingly, the City intends to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Hazardous Materials Statement:
The project site is not included on any list of hazardous waste sites prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5.
Document Availability:
The Draft Initial Study – Mitigated Negative Declaration and other supporting environmental documents are available for public review at the City of Pomona, Planning Division, located at 505 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, California 91766, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday by appointment only.
Documents:
Draft Initial Study - Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) with Appendices
Public Comment Period:
The City requests your written comments on the Mitigated Negative Declaration during the 20-day review period, which begins on November 15, 2021, and ends on December 6, 2021. All comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day of the comment period. Be sure to include the name, phone number, and address in your response. Please direct your comments or questions to:
Lynda Ramos, Assistant Planner
Planning Division
City of Pomona
505 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, CA 91769
909-620-2439
Lynda_lara@pomonaca.gov
Case File: Development Plan Review (DPR 15420-2021), Tentative Tract Map (TRACTMAP-15421-2021)
Date of Publication: 9/21/2019
Project Address: 2769 N. Garey Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on August 25, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Development Plan Review (DPR 15420-2021) and Tentative Tract Map (TRACTMAP 15421-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to develop of a 3.1-acre site with 73 three-story townhomes with attached garages (23.5 dwelling units per acre) as well as associated on-site improvements.
Environmental Determination: The City of Pomona, as lead agency, has conducted an environmental review on the proposed project per the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15182 (Projects Pursuant to a Specific Plan), where a public agency has prepared an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on a specific plan after January 1, 1980, a residential project undertaken pursuant to and in conformity to that specific plan is exempt from CEQA if the project meets the requirements of State CEQA Guidelines Section 15182(c) (Residential Projects Implementing Specific Plans). The proposed project described above meets the guidelines for Section 15182(c) in that the proposed project is in conformity with the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan. Therefore, no further action is required and a Notice of Determination (Section 15094) will be filed indicating that the project is eligible for an exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15182.
Documents: Notice of Determination
State Clearinghouse: 2021090385
Case File: Mills Act (MILLS 16182-2021)
Date of Publication: 9/9/2021
Project Address: 210 E. Kingsley Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Historic Preservation Commission at a public hearing on September 1, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Mills Act (MILLS 16182-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request for a Mills Act application (MILLS 16182-2021) for a restoration, rehabilitation and preservation plan, which includes a schedule of projects to be completed during the first ten years following execution of a Mills Act Contract, for the property located in the Lincoln Park Historic District.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 31, Section 15331 Categorical Exemption in that the project involves rehabilitation of a historic resource in a manner that meets the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021090145
Case File: Mills Act (MILLS 13837-2020)
Date of Publication: 9/9/2021
Project Address: 305 Garfield Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Historic Preservation Commission at a public hearing on September 1, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Mills Act (MILLS 13837-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request for a Mills Act application (MILLS 13837-2020) for a restoration, rehabilitation and preservation plan, which includes a schedule of projects to be completed during the first ten years following execution of a Mills Act Contract, for the property located in the Lincoln Park Historic District.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 31, Section 15331 Categorical Exemption in that the project involves rehabilitation of a historic resource in a manner that meets the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021090144
Case File: Development Plan Review (DPR 13326-2020); Tentative Tract Map (TRACTMAP 13327-2020)
Date of Publication: 8/31/2021
Project Address: 2115 S. Garey Ave.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on August 25, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Development Plan Review (DPR 13326-2020) and Tentative Tract Map (TRACTMAP 13327-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to develop 8.96 acres, currently vacant, with 156 residential units as well as associated on-site and off-site improvements including, utilities, private streets, common and private open space, tot lot, and community swimming pool. The units will consist of 115 attached, 3-story townhomes and 41 detached 2-story single-unit homes.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for an exemption under Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan or Zoning) of CEQA. The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; the proposed project will not result in any peculiar impacts that were not identified as a significant impact under the 2014 General Plan Update EIR (GPU EIR); the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; the proposed project will not have any significant effects upon the environment that were not identified as significant in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a potentially significant offsite impact or cumulative impact not discussed in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a more severe impact due to substantial new information that was not known at the time the GPU EIR; and the site can adequately be served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, no further action is required and a Notice of Determination (Section 15094) will be filed indicating that the project is eligible for an exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.
Documents: Notice of Determination (Click here to download); GP Conformance Report (Click here to download)
State Clearinghouse: 2021080601
Case File: Major Site Development Permit (MAJSDP 16025-2021)
Date of Publication: 8/31/2021
Project Address: 55-65 Rancho Camino Drive
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on August 17, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Major Site Development Permit (MAJSDP 16025-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: Request to modify Phase 1 (Mixed-Use) of Major Site Development Permit (MAJSDP 13631-2020) into two sub-phases, 1A and 1B; no change to the overall project scope, and no change to previously approved Phase 2 (Hotel). Sub-phase 1A includes the construction of 105 residential units and sub-phase 1B consists of the 34,908 square foot health club. The footprint of sub-phase 1B will be landscaped as part of construction of sub-phase 1A. The project is known as “The Hyatt Place and Hotel” in the Transit Oriented District Neighborhood segment of the Phillips Ranch Specific Plan (PRSP).
Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the provisions of CEQA (Public Resources Code, Section 21084 et. seq.), and CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, the proposed modifications to the project remain consistent with the Certified Pomona Hyatt Place Hotel Project Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) adopted in 2016 and will not create new significant impacts than those otherwise disclosed in the FEIR. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Determination (Click here to download)
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number
Case File: Modification of Conditional Use Permit (CUP 15717-2021)
Date of Publication: 8/31/2021
Project Address: 900 E. Harrison Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on August 17, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Modification of Conditional Use Permit (CUP 15717-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: Request to demolish an existing four-story and a two-story building totaling 81,538 square feet with 103 independent living units and replace it with a new three-story, 65,698 square foot building with 53 independent living units for a group care facility known as “Mount San Antonio Gardens.” Additional construction will include on-site improvements such as a new subterranean parking garage under new building, and a new activity plaza just north of the new building with landscaping, patios, and a pavilion shade structure. This action will also clean up the current land use definition to “group care facility-residential care facility” and clarify the requirements of the R-4 District that apply.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 2 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15302, (Replacement or Reconstruction) of CEQA as the project entails the replacement of an existing building for a group care facility that involves no expansion of capacity. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021080512
Case File: Condition Use Permit (CUP 15363-2021)
Date of Publication: 05/05/21
Project Address: 1500 Gillette Road
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on April 28, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 15363-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: Request for a Conditional Use Permit to develop a 999 square foot drive-thru only restaurant with exterior pick-up window (Starbucks Coffee) and site improvements, on a 0.51 acre site formerly developed as a gas station, The site is located in the C-3 (General Commercial) and Supplemental “S” Overlay Zoning Districts.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303, (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of CEQA as the project entails minor tenant improvements to an existing building. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021050098
Date of Publication: 04/28/2021
Project Address: 101 W. Mission Blvd. #101
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on April 14, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit Modification (CUP 15739-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: The proposed projects consists of a Modification to an existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to expand alcohol into a new patio area for the existing Señor Sushi and El Jefe restaurants and to amend several conditions of approval related to hours of operation and increasing the number of live acoustical music members allowed to play on Sundays. The site is 2 acres and is within the Downtown Core Segment of the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan (PSCP).
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301, (Existing Facilities) of CEQA as the project entails minor tenant improvements to an existing building. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021040661
Case File: Condition Use Permits (CUP 14330-2021) & (CUP 14332-2021)
Date of Publication: 04/28/21
Project Address: 2295 N. Garey Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on April 14, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 14330-2021), subject to conditions and Denied Conditional Use Permit (CUP 14332-2021).
Project Description: The proposed projects consists of two requests. The first is a Modification to an existing Conditional Use Permit to allow interior and exterior renovations to an existing gas station. The interior renovations consists of converting the existing service bay area into a convenience store and the exterior renovations consist of façade upgrades. The second request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a Type 21 (Off-Sale General) alcohol license. The site is 0.48 acres and is within the Neighborhood Center Segment of the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan (PSCP).
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301, (Existing Facilities) of CEQA as the project entails minor tenant improvements to an existing building. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021040662
Case File: Development Plan Review (DPR-15011-2020)
Date of Publication: 04/28/2021
Project Address: 1925 W Holt Avenue
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Development Services Director at a public hearing on April 21, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Development Services Director approved Development Plan Review (DPR-15011-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request for a Development Plan Review (DPR-15011-2020) for development of a new 200-unit, 4 story multiple-family residential project with an integrated all levels wrapped parking structure and various onsite landscape and hardscape improvements on a 2.87-acre site located at 1925 W. Holt Avenue within the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan, Downtown Gateway Segment (APN: 8355-016-017).
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for Exemption pursuant to Section 15182 of CEQA in that the proposed project is a residential project consisting of 200 units and is undertaken pursuant to and in conformity with the PCSP adopted in 2014. The proposed residential units were contemplated in the PCSP EIR and were evaluated as part of that environmental analysis. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: 2021040658
Case File: N/A
Date of Publication: 3/31/2021
Project Address: 148 North Huntington Street
Project Description: In June 2017, the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Pomona Corporate Yard Facility Project (2017 IS/MND) was adopted, for the remediation and reconstruction of a new Corporate Yard Facility for the City of Pomona Water Resources Department (Department). Since adoption, some remediation at the project site has been completed, some buildings have been removed, and the City’s Historic Preservation Commission and the City Council have asked the Department to redesign the project to relocate, rebuild, and reuse an existing Nationally Registered Historic Stables Structure. As such, this proposed project involves completion of the Pomona Corporate Yard Facility improvements, including construction of the Annex Lot, relocation, remediation, and reconstruction of the Water Yard, and reconstruction of the Pomona Stables.
Environmental Review: The City has determined that the project may cause significant adverse environmental effects and potentially significant indirect, direct, and cumulative environmental effects. Therefore, an EIR will be prepared pursuant to the requirements of CEQA, Public Resources Code §21000 et seq., the State CEQA Guidelines, 14 CCR §15000 et seq. As described in the Initial Study, the project would result in potentially significant impacts to air quality, cultural resources, energy, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards and hazardous materials, noise, and tribal cultural resources. These environmental issue areas will be evaluated in detail in the EIR.
Public Comment Period: The City requests your written comments on the scope of the analysis within the EIR during the 30-day review period, which begins on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, and ends on Friday, April 30, 2021. All comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day of the scoping comment period. Be sure to include the name, phone number, and address in your response. Please direct your comments or questions to:
Vinny Tam
Senior Planner
Planning Division
City of Pomona
505 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, CA 9176
(909) 620-2284
Documents: IS-Pomona Stables and Corporate Yard Project
NOP-Pomona Stables and Corporate Yard Project
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021040001
Case File: Conditional Use Permit (CUP 14326-2020)
Date of Publication: 3/1/2021
Project Address: 1194 W. First Street
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on February 24, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 14326-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to allow the development of a 2,000 square-foot structure on an undeveloped 0.16 acre lot in the M-1 (Light Industrial) zone and S-Overlay (Supplemental Overlay).
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303, (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of CEQA in that the project includes the construction of a 2,000 square-foot structure and will not involve the use of significant amounts of hazardous substances. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021030041
Case File: Tentative Tract Map No. 83085 (TRACTMAP 13750-2020)
Date of Publication: 3/1/2021
Project Address: 1300 W. Mission Blvd.
Project Description: A request to approve a Tentative Tract Map No. 83085 (TRACTMAP 13750-2020) for condominium purposes for 33 residential units at a property located at 1300 W. Mission Blvd. in the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan (PCSP), Midtown Gateway Segment.
Environmental Determination: Upon submittal of the project, staff reviewed the proposal in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines. During staff’s review it was found that per DPR Resolution No. 16-003 approved on June 15, 2016, the Development Services Director determined the previously approved project at the subject site consisting of the construction of a three-story, multi family residential development, thirty-three residential housing units, with three designated very low income units, met the criteria for a Class 32 Categorical Exemption. As such, an environmental analysis associated with the development of the property has already been conducted. The current proposal to subdivide the property for condominium purposes will not have any significant environmental impacts. As such, staff has determined that the project meets the criteria for a General Rule Exemption pursuant to Article 5, 15061(b)(3) which exempts activities that can be seen with certainty to have no possibility for causing a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no further environmental review is required. The General Rule Exemption will be considered by the Planning Commission at the public hearing for this project.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021020503
Case File: Conditional Use Permit (CUP-013148-2019)
Date of Publication: 2/24/2021
Project Address: 2801 S. Towne Ave.
Project Description: The 15.13-gross acre project site is currently developed with a warehouse, office building and studio that total 180,020 square feet of space. Phase 1 includes the demolition of 2,132 square feet of existing warehouse space, including 360 square feet of stairs and a 1,772 square foot shed at the north side of an existing 135,920 square foot warehouse and the construction of a new stand-alone 37,690 square foot warehouse (North Warehouse). Phase 2 includes the demolition of an existing 16,590 square foot warehouse at the south side of an existing 135,920 square foot warehouse and in its place construction of a stand-alone 34,788 square foot warehouse (South Warehouse). The project applicant also proposes to construct an 11,514 square foot two-story office building adjacent to the east side of the existing warehouse and office building. The project proposes to remodel 6,500 square feet of the 21,078 square feet of existing office space. Overall, the project proposes the demolition of 18,722 square feet of existing warehouse and shed space and the construction of 83,992 square feet of new warehouse and office space for a total net new development of 65,270 square feet of space. The project would have an overall site coverage of 35.4%.
The North Warehouse would be 40’ in height, the South Warehouse would be 43’4” in height and the office building would be 36’ in height. The project proposes a total of 350 parking spaces, which includes electric vehicle charging stations, compact spaces and standard parking stations compared to 318 required parking spaces. Phase 1 construction is scheduled for the first quarter of 2021 and is anticipated to be completed by October 2021. Phase 2 construction is scheduled for the first quarter of 2022 and is anticipated to be completed in December 2021.
Environmental Review: The City of Pomona has completed an Initial Study (IS) and proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the Project. The IS/MND and corresponding Notice of Intent to Adopt an MND can be downloaded from the Documents section below.
Public Comment Period: The City of Pomona requests your written comments on the Mitigated Negative Declaration during the 20 day review period, which begins on February 26, 2021 and ends on March 18, 2021. All comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the last day of the comment period (March 18, 2021). Please direct your comments or questions to Planner, Eunice Im, AICP, at 505 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, California 91766 or via email at Eunice_Im@ci.pomona.ca.us or phone at (909) 620-2446.
Documents: Notice of Determination
Case File: Tentative Tract Map No. 83141 (TRACTMAP 13947-2020)
Date of Publication: 2/11/2021
Project Address: 875 W. Orange Grove Ave.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on February 10, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No. 83141 (TRACTMAP 13947-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to subdivide a 3.60 acre site under a Tentative Tract Map for condominium purposes in association with the development of 33 detached, two-story, single-family residential units, as well as on-site and off-site improvements including, utilities, private streets, and private and common open space for a property located at 875 W. Orange Grove Ave.
Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the Guidelines for Implementation of the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed project meets the criteria for an exemption under Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan or Zoning) of CEQA. The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; the proposed project will not result in any peculiar impacts that were not identified as a significant impact under the 2014 General Plan Update EIR (GPU EIR); the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; the proposed project will not have any significant effects upon the environment that were not identified as significant in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a potentially significant offsite impact or cumulative impact not discussed in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a more severe impact due to substantial new information that was not known at the time the GPU EIR; and the site can adequately be served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, no further action is required and a Notice of Determination (Section 15094) will be filed indicating that the project is eligible for an exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.
Documents: Notice of Determination
State Clearninghouse: SCH Number 2021020224
Case File: Development Plan Review (DPR-013801-2020)
Date of Publication: 2/11/2021
Project Address: 215 Philadelpia St.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Development Services Director at a public hearing on January 28, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Development Services Director approved Development Plan Review (DPR-013801-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request for a Development Plan Review (DPR-013801-2020) for a proposed interior and exterior tenant improvement to convert an existing 10,600 square foot retail establishment to a medical office within the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan, Neighborhood Center.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301, (Existing Facilities) of CEQA in that the proposed project involves the minor alteration of an existing structure with no increase in square footage. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021020228
Case File: Conditional Use Permit (CUP-014521-2020), Sign Variance (SIGNVAR-15286-2021)
Date of Publication: 2/11/2021
Project Address: 2518 N. Towne Ave.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on January 27, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP-014521-2020) and Sign Variance (SIGNVAR-15286-2021), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request for Modification of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP-014521-2020) modifying Conditional Use Permit (CUP 04-050) to allow for the conversion of a full service mechanical car wash to a self-service automated car wash; and a Sign Variance (SIGNVAR-015286-2021) to provide relief from the monument sign street frontage standard listed in Pomona Zoning Ordinance Section on an existing property located at 2518 N Towne Avenue in the C-4 Highway Commercial Zone.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303, (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of CEQA in that the proposed project involves the installation of small new equipment and the conversion of an existing commercial structure not exceeding 10,000 feet in floor area. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021020225
Case File: Major Certificate of Appropriateness (MAJCOA-014719-2020)
Date of Publication: 1/13/2021
Project Address: 1144 W. Eleventh St.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Historic Preservation Commission at a public hearing on January 6, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Historic Preservation Commission approved Major Certificate of Appropriateness (MAJCOA-014719-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to allow for the demolition of pre-1945 structures on a property located at 1144 W. Eleventh St.
Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the Guidelines for Implementation of the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 1, Section 15301 Categorical Exemption in that the project involves the demolition and removal of a single-family residence.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021010115
Case File: Major Certificate of Appropriateness (MAJCOA 14807-2020)
Date of Publication: 1/13/2021
Project Address: 861 W. Orange Grove Ave.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Historic Preservation Commission at a public hearing on January 6, 2021. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Historic Preservation Commission approved Major Certificate of Appropriateness (MAJCOA 14807-2020), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to allow for the demolition of pre-1945 structures on a property located at 861 W. Orange Grove Ave.
Environmental Determination: Pursuant to the Guidelines for Implementation of the Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 1, Section 15301 Categorical Exemption in that the project involves the demolition and removal of a single-family residence and ancillary residence.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2021010073
Case File: Development Plan Review (DDPR 2018-2015), Tentative Tract Map No. 70570 (TTM 10327-2018), General Plan Conformity (GPC 7899-2017)
Date of Publication: 12/14/2020
Project Address: 675 E. Mission Blvd.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on December 9, 2020. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Development Plan Review (DPR 2018-2015), Tentative Tract Map No. 70570 (TTM 10327-2018), General Plan Conformance (GPC 7899-2017), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to develop a 1.46 acre site with a three-story, 36 unit residential development, including seven (7) units reserved for moderate income households, as well as associated on-site and off-site improvements. The request also includes a request for Tentative Tract Map for condominium purposes and General Plan Conformity for an alley vacation. The property is located in the Midtown segment of the Pomona Corridors Specific Plan.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for a Class 32 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15332, (In-Fill Development Projects) of CEQA. The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance; the proposed project site is less than five (5) acres; the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; the proposed project will not have any significant effects upon the environment; and the site can adequately be served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.
Documents: Notice of Exemption
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2020120240
Case File: Conditional Use Permit (CUP 13195-2019), Tentative Tract Map No. 82975 (TRACTMAP 13200-2019), and Major Oak Tree Permit (MAJOTP 13199-2019)
Date of Publication: 12/15/2020
Project Address: 1442 Murchison Ave.
Project Approval: The application for the above-referenced matter was considered by the Planning Commission at a public hearing on December 9, 2020. Based upon the testimony and evidence presented, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP 13195-2019), Tentative Tract Map No. 82975 (TRACTMAP 13200-2019), and Major Oak Tree Permit (MAJOTP 13199-2019), subject to conditions.
Project Description: A request to develop a +/-7.70 acre site that is currently vacant with 152, three-story, attached townhomes and garages as well as associated on-site and off-site improvements including, utilities, private streets, common and private open space, and community swimming pool. The request will require approval of a Conditional Use Permit, Tentative Tract Map, and Major Oak Tree Permit. The property is located in the C-4 Highway Commercial District.
Environmental Determination: In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines, staff has determined that the proposed project meets the criteria for an exemption under Section 15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan, General Plan or Zoning) of CEQA. The proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan; the proposed project will not result in any peculiar impacts that were not identified as a significant impact under the 2014 General Plan Update EIR (GPU EIR); the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; the proposed project will not have any significant effects upon the environment that were not identified as significant in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a potentially significant offsite impact or cumulative impact not discussed in the GPU EIR; the proposed project will not result in a more severe impact due to substantial new information that was not known at the time the GPU EIR; and the site can adequately be served by all required utilities and public services. Therefore, no further action is required and a Notice of Determination (Section 15094) will be filed indicating that the project is eligible for an exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183.
Documents: Notice of Determination
General Plan Conformance Review
State Clearinghouse: SCH Number 2020120257