Resolution-PC2026-006RESOLUTION NO. PC2026-006
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM AMENDING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 4074
FOR AN EXISTING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION -BUSINESS
USE TO INCREASE INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSROOM AREA AND
ON -SITE STUDENT CAPACITY AND MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
(DEV2025-00037)
(2461 WEST LA PALMA AVENUE)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim (the "Planning
Commission") did receive a verified petition to amend Conditional Use Permit No. 4074 to
increase classroom area and on -site student capacity for an Educational Institution -Business use
(the "Proposed Project") on certain real property located at 2461 West La Palma Avenue in the
City of Anaheim, County of Orange, State of California, as generally depicted on Exhibit A
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property is approximately 7.48 acres in area and is developed with a
two-story industrial -office building located within a 41-acre industrial office campus, known as
the Anaheim Palms Corporate Center. The Property is designated for Industrial land uses in the
General Plan. The Property is in the "I" Industrial Zone and is subject to the zoning and
development standards contained in Chapter 18.10 (Industrial Zone) of the Anaheim Municipal
Code (the "Code"); and
WHEREAS, Educational Institution -Business uses require a conditional use permit
subject to the approval by the Planning Commission pursuant to Subsection .010 of Section
18.10.030 (Uses); and
WHEREAS, on November 23, 1998, and subject to certain conditions of approval, the
Planning Commission, by its Resolution No. PC98-189, approved Conditional Use Permit No.
4074 to permit a 21,289 square foot career/training center for up to 200 students. On October 18,
2004, and subject to certain conditions of approval, the Planning Commission, by its Resolution
No. PC2004-123, amended Conditional Use Permit No. 4074 to delete a condition of approval
pertaining to a time limitation; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq.; herein referred to as
"CEQA"), the State of California Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental
Quality Act (Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; herein referred to as the "CEQA
Guidelines"), the City is the "lead agency" for the preparation and consideration of environmental
documents for the Proposed Project; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing at the Civic Center in
the City of Anaheim on January 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with notice of said public hearing having
been duly given as required by law and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 18.60
(Procedures) of the Code, to hear and consider evidence for and against the Proposed Project and
to investigate and make findings and recommendation in connection therewith; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the effects of the Proposed Project are
Categorically Exempt from the requirements to prepare additional environmental documentation
per CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301 — Existing Facilities. The proposed project is a request to
amend a conditional use permit to expand into approximately 8,200 square feet of additional office
space to serve as classrooms and to increase the maximum on -site enrollment to 440 students for
an existing Educational Institution -Business use, with no expansion of the building footprint or
floor area and therefore is consistent with this type of exemption. Pursuant to Sections 15301 and
15300.2 of the CEQA Guidelines, no exceptions to the exemption apply, there are no unusual
circumstances in respect to the Proposed Project that will cause a significant effect on the
environment and, therefore, the Proposed Project is categorically exempt from the provisions of
CEQA; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, after due inspection, investigation and study made
by itself and in its behalf, and after due consideration of all evidence and reports offered at said
hearing with respect to the request for a conditional use permit, does find and determine the
following facts:
1. The Proposed Project is properly one for which a conditional use permit is
authorized by this Code as an allowable use under Subsection .010 of Section 18.10.030 (Uses) of
Chapter 18.10 (Industrial Code).
2. The Proposed Project, as conditioned herein, will not adversely affect the adjoining
land uses, or the growth and development of the area in which it is proposed to be located because
the proposed classroom expansion will occupy an existing 8,200-square-foot tenant space within
an existing two-story industrial office building. All instruction and activities will occur indoors
with no exterior expansion or outdoor operations. As a result, the expansion will not create noise,
traffic, or other operational impacts that would be incompatible with surrounding industrial and
office uses. Furthermore, the existing Educational Institutions -Business use serves adult students
pursuing vocational and technical education and has operated without a record of operational
complaints or enforcements issues. Accordingly, the proposed expansion of the use will not
adversely affect adjoining properties or the future growth and development of the area.
3. The size and shape of the site proposed for the use is adequate to allow the full
development of the proposed use, in a manner not detrimental to either the particular area or health
and safety because the approximately 7.48-acre parcel is of sufficient size and shape to
accommodate the proposed expansion of the Educational Institution -Business use. The property is
part of a 41-acre industrial office complex, the Anaheim Palms Corporate Center, with established
utilities, vehicular access, circulation, and site improvements. The site's configuration and
proposed floor plan will support full operation of the proposed use in a manner that is consistent
with applicable Code requirements. Tenant improvements will be subject to City review and
approval to ensure compliance with applicable accessibility, life safety, and building code
requirements.
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4. The traffic generated by the proposed Educational Institution -Business expansion
and existing operations will not impose an undue burden upon streets and highways designed and
improved to carry the traffic in the area. All parking for students and employees will occur entirely
within the industrial office complex minimizing any potential impact on public roadways. The
proposed use does not involve an expansion of the existing building. Given the adequacy of the
existing infrastructure and the use, a traffic study or Vehicle Miles Traveled analysis was not
required, and no adverse traffic impacts are anticipated.
5. The granting of the amended conditional use permit under the conditions imposed,
will not be detrimental to the health and safety of the citizens of the City of Anaheim because the
project will be conditioned to ensure that the Educational Institution -Business use remains
compatible with the surrounding area, including limits on occupancy. As conditioned, the granting
of the conditional use permit will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of the
citizens of the City of Anaheim; and
WHEREAS, this Planning Commission determines that the evidence in the record
constitutes substantial evidence to support the actions taken and the findings made in this
Resolution, that the facts stated in this Resolution are supported by substantial evidence in the
record, including testimony received at the public hearing, the staff presentations, the staff report,
and all materials in the project files. There is no substantial evidence, nor are there other facts, that
negate the findings made in this Resolution. This Planning Commission expressly declares that it
considered all evidence presented and reached these findings after due consideration of all
evidence presented to it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that pursuant to the above findings, this
Planning Commission does hereby approve the conditional use permit, contingent upon and
subject to the conditions of approval set forth in Exhibit B attached hereto and incorporated herein
by this reference, which are hereby found to be a necessary prerequisite to the proposed use of the
Property for which the conditional use permit is applicable in order to preserve the health, safety
and general welfare of the citizens of the City of Anaheim. Extensions for further time to complete
conditions of approval may be granted in accordance with Section 18.60.170 (Extension of Time
to Comply With Conditions of Approval) of the Code. Timing for compliance with conditions of
approval may be amended by the Planning and Building Director upon a showing of good cause
provided (i) equivalent timing is established that satisfies the original intent and purpose of the
condition, (ii) the modification complies with the Code, and (iii) the applicant has demonstrated
significant progress toward establishment of the use or approved development.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the conditions of approval attached to this
Resolution as Exhibit B amend and hereby replace in their entirety the previous conditions of
approval adopted by Resolution No. PC 2004-123 for Conditional Use Permit No. 4074.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any amendment, modification, or revocation of
this permit may be processed in accordance with Chapters 18.60.190 (Amendment of Permit
Approval) and 18.60.200 (Revocation or Modification of Permits) of the Code.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby find and
determine that adoption of this Resolution is expressly predicated upon applicant's compliance
with each and all of the conditions hereinabove set forth. Should any such condition, or any part
thereof, be declared invalid or unenforceable by the final judgment of any court of competent
jurisdiction, then this Resolution, and any approvals herein contained, shall be deemed null and
void.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that approval of this application constitutes approval of
the proposed request only to the extent that it complies with the Code and any other applicable City,
State and Federal regulations. Approval does not include any action or findings as to compliance or
approval of the request regarding any other applicable ordinance, regulation, or requirement.
THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION was adopted at the Planning Commission meeting of
January 26, 2026. Said resolution is subject to the appeal provisions set forth in Chapter 18.60
(Procedures) of the Anaheim Municipal Code pertaining to appeal procedures and may be replaced
by a City Council Resolution in the event of an appeal.
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OF THE CITY OF AN HEIM
ATTEST:
SEWARY, PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
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EXHIBIT "B"
AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.4074
(DEV2025-00037)
NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE
1
All CBC and CFC requirements shall be met for a permit
Anaheim Fire and Rescue
issuance. Any fire permit, which includes fire sprinklers, fire
Department
alarm, etc., shall be submitted directly to the Anaheim Fire and
Rescue Department.
PRIOR TO BUSINESS OPERATIO7N
The applicant/business owner shall submit building plans for
Planning and Building
2
review and approval for all tenant improvements.
Department, Planning
Services Division
GENERAL
3
The maximum number of students shall be limited to 440
Planning and Building
students on -site at any given time.
Department,
Planning Services Division
4
There shall be no housing of students on the premises.
Planning and Building
Department,
Planning Services Division
5
The educational institution -business use shall limit instruction
Planning and Building
to vocational health services and computer training.
Department,
Planning Services Division
6
The educational institution -business use shall operate with a
Planning and Building
valid business license at all times.
Department,
Planning Services Division
7
The business shall be operated in accordance with the Letter of
Planning and Building
Operation and Justification submitted as part of this application.
Department,
Any changes to the business operation as described in these
Planning Services Division
documents shall be subject to review and approval by the
Planning and Building Director to determine substantial
conformance with these documents, to determine that adequate
parking shall continue to be provided for onsite uses, and to
ensure compatibility with the surrounding uses.
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NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
8
Landscaping shall be replaced by the applicant in a timely
Planning and Building
manner if it is removed, damaged, diseased, and/or dead. All
Department,
new landscaping shall be installed by the owner/developer in
Planning Services Division
conformance with Chapter 18.46 "Landscape and Screening" of
the Anaheim Municipal Code and shall be maintained in
perpetuity.
9
The Applicant/Owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold
Planning and Building
harmless the City and its officials, officers, employees and
Department,
agents (collectively referred to individually and collectively as
Planning Services Division
"Indemnitees") from any and all claims, actions or proceedings
brought against Indemnitees to attack, review, set aside, void,
or annul the decision of the Indemnitees concerning this permit
or any of the proceedings, acts or determinations taken, done, or
made prior to the decision, or to determine the reasonableness,
legality or validity of any condition attached thereto. The
Applicant's indemnification is intended to include, but not be
limited to, damages, fees and/or costs awarded against or
incurred by Indemnitees and costs of suit, claim or litigation,
including without limitation attorneys' fees and other costs,
liabilities and expenses incurred by Indemnitees in connection
with such proceeding.
10
The premises shall be developed substantially in accordance
Planning and Building
with plans and specifications submitted to the City of Anaheim
Department,
by the applicant, which plans are on file with the Planning and
Planning Services Division
Building Department, and as conditioned herein.
11
The Applicant/Owner is responsible for paying all charges
Planning and Building
related to the processing of this discretionary case application
Department,
within 30 days of the issuance of the final invoice or prior to the
Planning Services Division
issuance of building permits for this project, whichever occurs
first. Failure to pay all charges shall result in delays in the
issuance of required permits or may result in the revocation of
the approval of this application.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF ANAHEIM )
I, Angeli Penalba, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim, do
hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted at a meeting of the Planning
Commission of the City of Anaheim held on January 26, 2026, by the following vote of the
members thereof:
AYES: Chairperson Walker and Commissioners Abdulrahman, Castro, Lieberman, Perez
and Tran-Martin.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Kelly
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 26th day of January 2026.
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SEC AR , P ANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
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