Resolution-PC2026-008RESOLUTION NO. PC2026-008
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM APPROVING A MINOR CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW A MONUMENT SIGN WITH AN
ELECTRONIC READERBOARD AND VARIANCES TO PERMIT
SIGN HEIGHT AND AREA INCLUDING WIDTH GREATER THAN
PERMITTED BY THE ZONING CODE; AND MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
(DEV2025-00025)
(1422 WEST BROADWAY)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim (the "Planning
Commission") did receive a verified petition to approve the following: (1) a minor conditional use
permit to allow an electronic readerboard and (2) variances for the monument sign with electronic
readerboard with a height and sign area, including width, greater than permitted by the Anaheim
Municipal Code (the "Code") for an existing Recreational - Commercial Outdoor facility (the
"Proposed Project") on certain real property located at 1422 West Broadway 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 3.75 acres in area and is developed as a
Recreational - Commercial Outdoor facility. The Property is designated for Open Space Park land
uses in the General Plan. The Property is in the "PR" Public Recreational Zone and is subject to
the zoning and development standards contained in Chapter 18.14 (Public and Special -Purpose
Zones) of the "Code"; and
WHEREAS, electronic readerboard uses require a minor conditional use permit
pursuant to Subsection .010 of Section 18.44.045 (Minor Conditional Use Permit Required),
subject to the approval by the Planning and Building Director; and
WHEREAS, Section 18.60.080 (Planning Director Reviews) of Chapter 18.60
(Procedures) of the Code provides that, when an application is made in conjunction with, and as
part of, a project that requires Planning Commission action, the application shall be made to the
Planning Commission in accordance with Chapter 18.60, and because the Proposed Project
includes a variance that requires Planning Commission action, the minor conditional use permit is
being processed concurrently before the Planning Commission as the granting authority; 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 March 9, 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 15311 — Accessory Structures. The Class 11 Exemption consists
of construction, or placement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing
commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities, including but not limited to on -premises signs.
The proposed project is a request to permit a monument sign with an electronic readerboard at an
existing Recreational - Commercial Outdoor facility and would therefore be consistent with this
type of exemption. Pursuant to Sections 15311 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 would 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 minor conditional use permit, does find and determine the
following facts:
1. The Proposed Project is properly one for which a minor conditional use permit is
authorized by the Code for Recreational - Commercial Outdoor facilities of recognized regional
significance under Subsection .010 of Section 18.44.045 (Minor Conditional Use Permit Required)
of Chapter 18.44 (Signs).
2. The Proposed Project, as conditioned herein, will not adversely affect the adjoining
land uses, or the growth and development of the area which it is proposed to be located as the
electronic readerboard sign will be installed along the north property line adjacent to Broadway, a
secondary arterial roadway, across from existing railroad and industrial uses, with the nearest
residential properly approximately 545 feet away. The proposed sign is not anticipated to result in
glare or other lighting impacts to nearby residential uses or oncoming drivers during evening hours.
Conditions of approval prohibits flashing images or full -motion video and require gradual message
transitions to minimize potential driver distraction, and limits the operation of the electronic
readerboard to the hours between 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 a.m. Lastly, the proposed request is part of
the future phased development of the Anaheim Family YMCA site, which will include additional
recreational fields and a community building intended to serve the surrounding community.
3. The size and shape of the subject site is adequate to accommodate the proposed
electronic readerboard sign as an accessory improvement to the established Anaheim Family
YMCA facility. The sign will be located within an existing landscaped area along the north
property line outside the setback area, and will not interfere with on -site circulation, parking, or
other future improvements. The placement and design of the sign will allow for full development
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of the proposed use in a manner that is not detrimental to the surrounding area or to public health
and safety.
4. The traffic generated by the proposed use will not impose an undue burden upon
the streets and highways designed and improved to carry the traffic in the area because it will serve
the Recreational - Commercial Outdoor facility and function as an accessory structure. The sign is
not anticipated to generate additional traffic or create impacts that will burden surrounding streets
or highways, which have been improved to accommodate existing traffic in the area. The proposed
electronic readerboard sign is intended to communicate ongoing recreation programs, sports
leagues, and other upcoming activities, as well as emergency alerts and community engagement
programs.
5. The granting of the minor conditional use permit under the conditions imposed will
not be detrimental to the health and safety of the citizens of the City of Anaheim, as the sign will
be located and designed to minimize impacts on the adjacent commercial uses and public rights of
way. Conditions of approval have been included to ensure the electronic readerboard sign will be
properly operated and maintained, and compatible with the area and adjacent land uses; 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 the variances, does find and determine the
following facts:
SECTION 18.44.090.0201
SECTION 18.44.090.0201
SECTION 18.44.090.0201
Monument Sign Height - 300 feet or more
property frontage
(8 feet permitted; 21.83 feet proposed)
Monument Sign Area - 300 feet or more
property frontage
(65 square feet permitted; 250 square feet
proposed)
Monument Sign Width - 300 feet or more
property frontage
(10 feet permitted; 12 feet proposed)
1. There are special circumstances applicable to the Property, including size, shape,
topography, location, or surroundings, which do not apply to other properties under identical
zoning classification in the vicinity. Special circumstances applicable to the property include its
location along Broadway, a heavily traveled secondary arterial roadway designed to accommodate
significant traffic volumes, as well as the unique physical characteristics of the site. The property
is developed primarily with open recreational fields and does not contain vertical building
structures that would otherwise provide visibility or identification from the public right-of-way.
Additionally, there are competing vertical elements in the surrounding area, including mature trees,
railroad crossing signal structures, and an existing 6-foot tubular steel fence that physically
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obstructs views into the site from certain vantage points along the roadway. These site -specific
circumstances limit the visibility of standard Code -compliant monument signage and generally do
not apply to other properties under the same zoning classification in the vicinity, particularly those
developed with buildings located closer to the street frontage or without similar visibility
constraints; and
2. That, because of the special circumstances identified above, strict application of the
Code would deprive the property of the practical ability to provide reasonably visible on -site
identification from Broadway, a privilege enjoyed by other properties under the same zoning
classification that have buildings, signage, or site features that provide identification closer to the
street and with fewer visibility obstructions. The requested deviations are limited to what is
necessary to achieve comparable identification and wayfinding for this facility; 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 minor conditional use permit and variances,
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 minor conditional use permit and variances are
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 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.
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.
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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
March 9, 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.
CHAIRPERSON, PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
ATTEST:
SEC Y, PLANt4ING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
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EXHIBIT "A"
DEV NO. 2025-00025
Source: Recorded Tract Maps and/or City GIS,
ploasia not* tho accuracy is two to five foot.
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EXHIBIT "B"
MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCES
(DEV2025-00025)
NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO SIGN OPERATION
The applicant/property owner shall submit construction
Planning and Building
1
drawings including electrical plans and structural calculations to
Department,
the Building Division for review and issuance of a sin permit.
Planning Services Division
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE
2
Construction plans shall be submitted to the Building Division
Planning and Building
for review and issuance of any future building permit(s).
Department,
Construction plans shall comply with California Building Codes,
Building Division
as adopted and in effect at time of plan submittal; California
Building Code (CBC), California Electrical Code (CEC),
California Energy Code, and California Green Building
Standards Code Cal Green).
3
The Applicant/Operator shall ensure the electronic display is
Planning and Building
equipped with light sensing devices designed to monitor
Department,
brightness and ambient light conditions, automatically adjusting
Planning Services Division
or dimming brightness levels as needed.
ONGOING DURING THE PROJECT" OPERATIONS
The electronic readerboard shall only operate from 6:00 a.m. to
Planning and Building
4
12:00 a.m.
Department,
Planning Services Division
The electronic readerboard sign shall be limited to on -site
Planning and Building
information, emergency alerts, and community engagement
Department,
5
programs. No flashing images or full -motion video shall be
Planning Services Division
allowed. All images shall gradually transition from one message
to the next.
GENERAL
6
The sign shall be designed and operated in accordance with the
Planning and Building
Letter of Request submitted as part of this application. Any
Department,
changes to the sign or business operations 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
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NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
parking shall continue to be provided for onsite uses, and to
ensure compatibility with the surrounding uses.
7
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.
8
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.
9
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.
10
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 March 9, 2026, by the following vote of the members
thereof:
AYES: Chairperson Walker and Commissioners Abdulrahman, Kelly, Perez and Tran-
Martin.
NOES: Commissioner Lieberman
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Castro
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 9th day of March 2026.
SEC RY, PLA ING COMMISSION
O E CITY OF ANAHEIM
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