Title
PLN25-0031; Consideration of a Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to establish an outdoor vehicle storage yard associated with a towing company located at 476 Whitney Street; APN: 77A-743-23; Zoning District: IG. Applicant and Property Owner: Pravinesh Chand
Staffreport
SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The project includes an administrative office, a secure outdoor vehicle storage area for up to 20 vehicles, and associated site improvements. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution (Attachment 1), approving the Conditional Use Permit (PLN25-0031), based on the recommended Findings of Fact and subject to the recommended Conditions of Approval.
BACKGROUND AND RELATIONSHIP TO SURROUNDING AREA
The project site at 476 Whitney Street consists of a 22,500-square-foot parcel developed with a 9,761-square-foot commercial building and an associated parking area within the Industrial General (IG) Zoning District. The existing building contains four tenant spaces (470, 472, 474 and 476 Whitney Street). One tenant space is currently occupied by a storage use, while the remaining two tenant spaces, formerly used as offices, are currently vacant. The property is located on the north side of Whitney Street between Adams Avenue and Edison Avenue.
Surrounding development is characterized by a mix of industrial and commercial uses. Adjacent properties include professional office buildings as well as industrial operations such as warehousing and light manufacturing. The broader area contains a variety of industrial uses, including warehouses, contractor yards, manufacturing facilities, and professional business offices.
PROJECT PROPOSAL
The applicant, Pravinesh Chand, requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to establish an outdoor vehicle storage yard associated with a towing company at 476 Whitney Street. Zoning Code Section 2.12.200.B require...
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