Resolution-PC2025-043RESOLUTION NO. PC2025-043
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM APPROVING AN ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT
FOR A REDUCTION IN CODE -REQUIRED PARKING FOR THE
WYNDHAM HOTEL AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
(DEV2024-00058)
(515 WEST KATELLA AVENUE)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim (the "Planning
Commission") did receive a verified petition for a General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan
Amendment, and Administrative Adjustment from Union Investments USA, LLC ("Applicant")
to increase the number of hotel rooms at the Wyndham Hotel from the previously -approved 78
rooms to 107 rooms, and changes to 6,394 square feet of accessory use areas (the "Proposed
Project") on certain real property located at 515 West Katella Avenue in the City of Anaheim,
County of Orange, State of California, as generally depicted on the map attached hereto as Exhibit
A and incorporated herein by this reference (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Property consists of a 0.97-acre parcel currently developed with a four-
story hotel. The Property is designated for Commercial Recreation land uses in Figure LU-5 with
special density limitations as described in Table LU-4 of the General Plan. The property is also
located in the SP92-2 (Anaheim Resort Specific Plan) ("ARSP") zone; and,
WHEREAS, the Proposed Project includes the following land use entitlements:
1. An Amendment to Table LU-4 of the Land Use Element to create a new density
category, "Medium Density (Modified B)" for the ARSP.
2. Amendment No. 18 to Specific Plan No. 92-2 (ARSP) to create a new density
category "Medium Density (Modified B)" to add a new density category to ARSP Exhibit 3.3-2
(Commercial Recreation (C-R) Development Density Plan) and depict the new designation on the
subject property. The amendment would amend the text in ARSP Section 3.3.2 (Commercial
Recreation (C-R) District Development Density) and Anaheim Municipal Code Section
18.116.060.020, Table 116-B (Hotel/Motel Room Density) to add the Medium Density (Modified
B) category.
3. An Administrative Adjustment to allow a 28% reduction in the number of parking
spaces required by the Code; 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, a draft Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in accordance
with CEQA and CEQA Guidelines to evaluate the physical environmental impacts of the Proposed
Project; and
WHEREAS, in conformance with CEQA and CEQA Guidelines, a Mitigation Monitoring
Program has been prepared for the Proposed Project and includes mitigation measures that are
specific to the Proposed Project (herein referred to as "MMP No. 395"). A complete copy of MMP
No. 395 is on file and can be viewed in the Planning Services Division of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing at the Civic Center in
the City of Anaheim on January 17, 2024, 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, after due consideration, 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 administrative adjustment for the Proposed Project, does
find and determine the following facts:
1. The adjustment is consistent with the purposes and intent of the Zoning Code. The
Code permits a deviation of up to 50% from the Code -required parking for hotels within The Resort
through an administrative adjustment if designated loading spaces are provided for TNC vehicles.
Based on the proposed increase in the number of hotel rooms and accessory uses, 137 spaces are
required per Code while 98 spaces are provided, representing a 28% reduction in Code -required
spaces. The hotel provides for loading and unloading space in the surface stalls located directly
adjacent to the hotel entrance, and includes designated space for TNC vehicle parking and loading.
Therefore, the request for the administrative adjustment for a 28% reduction is consistent with the
purpose and intent of the Zoning Code.
2. The same or similar result cannot be achieved by using provisions in the Zoning
Code that do not require adjustment. Due to existing improvements on the property, additional
parking cannot be achieved on -site. The hotel is an existing permitted use, and with the approval
of the Specific Plan Amendment for increased density, the hotel will be consistent with the
allowable use for the site.
3. The proposed administrative adjustment will not produce a result that is out of
character or detrimental to the neighborhood. The applicant conducted a parking survey at the
project site on Monday, March 3, 2025; Saturday, March 6, 2025; and Sunday, March 7, 2025,
between the hours of 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. The maximum number of spaces used at any one time
was 79 spaces, which occurred at 10 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2025, which is less than the 98
spaces provided. The parking survey was conducted when the hotel was already operating with the
increase in hotel rooms and accessory uses under normal conditions. Therefore, adequate parking
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is provided on -site for the existing mix of uses. Lastly, staff has not received any complaints
regarding parking from the surrounding business owners. The hotel has been operating with the
additional rooms and accessory uses for several years, and therefore, it can be assumed that
adequate parking is provided on -site and the reduction in required parking would not be
detrimental to the neighborhood; 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 administrative adjustment to allow for a reduction
in Code required parking for the Wyndham Hotel, contingent upon and subject to (1) the adoption
by the City Council of an ordinance approving Amendment No. 18 to the Anaheim Resort Specific
Plan No. 92-2 and the Zoning and Development Standards (Chapter 18.116 of Title 18) to create
a new density category of "Medium Density (Modified B)"; (2) the adoption by the City Council
of resolutions approving a General Plan Amendment to amend Table LU-4 to reflect the "Medium
Density (Modified B)" density category and an administrative adjustment; and (3) the conditions
of approval set forth in Exhibit B ("Conditions of Approval") attached hereto and incorporated
herein by this reference.
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.
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THE FOREGOING RESOLUTION was adopted at the Planning Commission meeting
of December 1, 2025.
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CHAIRPWRSON, PLAN NG COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ANA1qEIM
ARY, PLANNING COMMISSION
OF T+W--C-4Y OF ANAHEIM
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EXHIBIT- "A"
DEN' NO.2024-00058
APN: 082-271-05
W KATELLA AVE
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Source: Recorded Tract Maps and/or City GI&
Please note the accuracy is +/- two to five feet.
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EXHIBIT "B"
ADMINISTRATIVE ADJUSTMENT
(DEV2024-00058)
NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OFA BUILDING PERMIT
1
The legal owner shall submit an application for a Subdivision
Public Works Department,
Map Act Certificate of Compliance to the Public Works
Development Services
Department. The Certificate of Compliance shall be approved by
the City Surveyor and recorded in the Office of the Orange
County Recorder.
2
All private improvements encroaching onto the public right of
Public Works Department,
way shall require the applicant to enter into an Encroachment
Development Services
License Agreement with the City as approved by the Director of
Public Works.
3
All CBC and CFC requirements shall be followed for permit
Anaheim Fire & Rescue
issuance. Any fire permits which includes fire sprinklers, fire
alarm, etc., shall be submitted directly to Anaheim Fire
Prevention Department.
4
Divided rooms shall be provided with required fire alarm
Anaheim Fire & Rescue
notification devices and have the fire sprinkler system to be
modified in order to meet NFPA 13 coverage and spacing
requirements.
5
The Property Owner shall be required to submit plans to the
Planning and Building
Planning & Building Department for the modifications that were
Department
conducted to the internal and exterior room connections, and
accessory use square footage on the first floor. These plans shall
be reviewed and approved by the Building Official and shall
meet the latest requirements of the Unified Building Code.
GENERAL
6
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
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CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
litigation, including without limitation attorneys' fees and other
costs, liabilities and expenses incurred by Indemnitees in
connection with such proceeding.
7
The Applicant/Owner shall be responsible for compliance with,
Planning and Building
and any direct costs associated with the monitoring and
Department,
reporting of all mitigation measures set forth in Mitigation
Planning Services Division
Monitoring Program (MMP) No. 395 adopted for the project,
established by the City of Anaheim as required by Section
21081.6 of the Public Resources Code to ensure implementation
of those identified mitigation measures within the timeframes
identified in the measure. MMP No. 395 is made part of these
conditions of approval by reference.
8
Should the Planning and Building Director determine that on-
Planning and Building
site parking is no longer sufficient, the Applicant/Owner shall
Department,
be required to submit plans to the City demonstrating how the
Planning Services Division
issue would be resolved. This may include, but is not limited to,
introduction of valet parking and/or off -site parking.
9
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.
PC2025-043
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF ANAHEIM )
I, Bridgette Bambrick, 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 December 1, 2025, by the following vote of the
members thereof:
AYES: Commissioners Abdulrahman, Castro, Kelly, Lieberman, Perez, Tran-Martin, and
Walker.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I h e h reu o set my hand this 1st day of December 2025.
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SEC LANNING COMMISSION
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