Resolution-PC2025-050RESOLUTION NO. PC2025-050
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2025-
135 FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF PARCELS INTO A SINGLE
LOT FOR AN AUTOMOTIVE — VEHICLES SALES, LEASE &
RENTAL USE AND AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR AND MODIFICATION
(MAJOR) USE AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
(DEV2025-00021)
(1501-1553 WEST LINCOLN AVENUE AND 255 NORTH MANCHESTER COURT)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Anaheim (the "Planning
Commission") did receive a verified petition to approve a tentative parcel map to consolidate
multiple parcels to create a single lot for an Automotive — Vehicles Sales, Lease & Rental use and
Automotive Repair and Modification (Major) use (the "Proposed Project") on certain real property
located at 1501-1553 West Lincoln Avenue and 255 North Manchester Court 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 comprised of seven parcels to create a single 2.83-acre site
for commercial development. The Property is designated for Mixed -Use Medium and General
Commercial land uses in the general plan. The Property is in the "C-G" General Commercial Zone
and is subject to the zoning and development standards contained in Chapter 18.08 (Commercial
Zones) of the Anaheim Municipal Code (the "Code"); and
WHEREAS, subdivisions require a tentative parcel map subject to the approval by the
Planning Commission pursuant to Subsection .010 of Section 17.08.100 (Advisory Agency
Duties); 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 Proposed Project qualifies for a Class 32 — In -Fill Development
Project Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public
Resources Code, Sections 21000-21189.57) as set forth in Sections 15332 and 15300.2 of the State
CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, Sections 15000-15387);
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public hearing at the Civic Center in
the City of Anaheim on December 15, 2025, 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) and 17.08.095 (Notice and Hearing) 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 15332 — In -Fill Development Projects. The Proposed Project is a
request to construct a four-story, 157,794-square-foot automotive dealership and service facility,
and to consolidate multiple parcels into a single development site for the project. Pursuant to
Sections 15332 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 Tentative Parcel Map No. 2025-135, does find and
determine the following facts:
1. The proposed map is consistent with the General Plan and applicable specific plan.
The proposed map will be consistent with the General Plan in that it consolidates parcels to form
a viable infill development project site for the land identified in the General Plan with a Mixed -
Use Medium and General Commercial Land Use Designation.
2. That the design and improvement of the proposed subdivision will be consistent
with the General Plan because the subdivision consists solely of consolidating parcels to create a
viable project site. The subdivision does not impact the surrounding area and facilitates the future
redevelopment of the property in a manner consistent with the General Commercial and Mixed -
Use Medium land use designation. Furthermore, on April 12, 2022, the City declared the site
Surplus Property in accordance with the State Surplus Land Act (SLA). Following SLA
notification procedures, no eligible housing or development sponsors expressed interest in the site
within the required 60-day period.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the proposed type of development because
the subdivision consists of consolidating multiple parcels to create a viable infill development
project site. The site has been designed with the building, parking structure, drive aisles, turning
movements, fire access routes, and parking spaces, all carefully planned to ensure safe and efficient
circulation while addressing physical constraints.
4. The site is physically suitable for the proposed density of development as it is
located in a General Commercial zone that can accommodate the proposed commercial
development of an automotive dealership and service facility's operations, staffing, customers,
parking, circulation, loading, and utility needs.
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5. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or
their habitat because the subdivision involves the consolidation of previously developed parcels in
an area surrounded by urban development within the City. There are no known or observed
sensitive environmental habitats on the subject site, and the subdivision will not be likely to cause
substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their
habitat.
6. That the design of the subdivision or type of improvements are not likely to cause
serious public health problems because the subdivision and any future proposed improvements
will be designed to meet all applicable State and City codes, standards, policies, and rules intended
to protect public health. Additionally, the subdivision is in an urbanized setting, and all
development will be required to comply with City standards related to building safety, sanitation,
drainage, and public infrastructure. Compliance with these standards ensures that the project will
not adversely affect public health.
7. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict
with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the
proposed subdivision. Existing easements will be maintained or modified in coordination with
utility providers and Public Works. Any future proposed improvements will be designed to provide
all the applicable easements for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision
and will not conflict with any existing or future easements; 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 Tentative Parcel Map. No. 2025-135, 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 tentative parcel map 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 the conditions of approval may be granted in accordance with Section 17.08.110
(Expiration of Tentative Map Approval) of the Code. Timing for compliance with conditions of
approval may be amended by the Planning 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.
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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 December 15, 2025. Said resolution is subject to the appeal provisions set forth in Chapter
17.08.100 (Advisory Agency Duties) of the Anaheim Municipal Code pertaining to appeal
procedures and may be replaced by a City Council Resolution in the event of an appeal.
ATTEST:
SEC E�TARTY,
OFT -Y
CHA�kPERSON, PLA�NNNG COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF A3AHEIM
G COMMISSION
ANAHEIM
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EXHIBIT "A"
DEV NO. 2025-00021
APN: 034-070-48, 034-070-77, 034-070-79, 034-070-80, 034-070-83 through 034-070-85
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° sc Source: Recorded Tract Maps and/or City GIS.
LD �t Feet Please note the accuracy is +/- two to five feet.
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EXHIBIT "B"
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO.2025-135
(DEV2025-00021)
NO.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
PRIOR TO FINAL PARCEL MAP RECORDATION
1
The legal property owner shall irrevocably offer to dedicate to the City
Public Works Department,
of Anaheim, for road, public utilities, and other public purposes, the
Development Services
right-of-way easements described below:
• 3ft. (varies) in width on Lincoln Avenue
• 6 ft. in width on Loara Street
2
The developer shall pay all applicable development impact fees
Public Works Department,
required under the Anaheim Municipal Code.
Development Services
3
The developer shall submit improvement plans for the construction of
Public Works Department,
required public improvements to the Public Works Development
Development Services
Services Division for review, approval, and to determine the bond
amounts.
4
The final map shall be submitted to the City of Anaheim, Public Works
Public Works Department,
Development Services Division, and to the Orange County Surveyor
Development Services
for technical correctness review and approval.
5
The developer shall execute a Save Harmless Agreement with the City
Public Works Department,
of Anaheim for any storm drain connections to the City's storm drain
Development Services
system or for drainage onto the adjacent property, including any City
Streets. The agreement shall be recorded concurrently with the Final
Map.
6
The applicant shall execute a Subdivision Agreement and submit
Public Works Department,
security, in an amount acceptable to the City Engineer, to guarantee the
Development Services
construction of the public improvements required herein. Security
deposit shall be in accordance with the City of Anaheim Municipal
Code. The agreement shall be recorded concurrently with the Final
Map.
7
Provide a Monumentation bond in an amount specified in writing by a
Public Works Department,
Licensed Land Surveyor of Record.
Development Services
PRIOR TO GRADING PERMIT ISSUANCE
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RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
8
Prepare and submit a final grading plan showing building footprints,
Public Works Department,
pad elevations, finished grades, drainage routes, retaining walls,
Development Services
erosion control, slope easements, and other pertinent information in
accordance with Anaheim Municipal Code and the California Building
Code, latest edition.
9
Prepare and submit a final drainage study, including supporting
Public Works Department,
hydraulic and hydrological data to the City of Anaheim for review and
Development Services
approval. The study shall confirm or recommend changes to the City's
adopted Master Drainage Plan by identifying off -site and on -site storm
water runoff impacts resulting from build -out of permitted General
Plan land uses. In addition, the study shall identify the project's
contribution and shall provide locations and sizes of catchments and
system connection points, and all downstream drainage -mitigating
measures, including but not limited to off -site storm drains and interim
detention facilities.
10
The developer shall execute a Save Harmless Agreement with the City
Public Works Department,
of Anaheim for any storm drain connections to a City storm drain
Development Services
system. The agreement shall be recorded by the applicant on the
property rior to the issuance of any permits.
11
All required plans and studies shall be prepared by a Registered
Public Works Department,
Professional Engineer.
Development Services
12
The Owner shall obtain the required coverage under California's
Public Works Department,
General Permit for Stormwater Discharges associated with
Development Services
Construction Activity by providing a copy of the Notice of Intent (NOI)
submitted to the State Water Resources Control Board and a copy of
the subsequent notification of the issuance of a Waste Discharge
Identification (WDID) number.
13
The Owner shall prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
Public Works Department,
(SWPPP). The SWPPP shall be kept at the project site and be
Development Services
available for Public Works Development Services Division review
upon request.
14
Submit a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) to the City for
Public Works Department,
review and approval. The WQMP shall be consistent with the
Development Services
requirements of Section 7 and Exhibit 7.II of the Orange County
Drainage Area Management Plan (DAMP) for New Development/
Significant Redevelopment projects. Identify potential sources of
pollutants during the long-term on -going maintenance and use of the
proposed project that could affect the quality of the stormwater runoff
from the project site; define Source Control, Site Design, and
Treatment Control (if applicable) best management practices (BMPs)
to control or eliminate the discharge of pollutants into the surface water
runoff; and provide a monitoring program to address the long-term
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RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
implementation of and compliance with the defined BMPs. Submit
three (3) copies and a plan checking deposit to the Public
Works/Development Services for consideration and approval.
15
Submit a Preliminary Geotechnical Report to the Public Works
Public Works Department,
Development Services Division for review and approval. The report
Development Services
shall address any proposed infiltration features of the W MP.
16
The Owner/Developer shall submit a set of improvement plans for
Public Utilities
Public Utilities Water Engineering review and approval in
Water Engineering
determining the conditions necessary for providing water service to the
project.
PRIOR TO BUILDING PERMIT ISSUANCE Y
Nk J
17
Record Parcel Map No. 2025-135 pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act
Public Works Department,
and in accordance with City Code. Provide a duplicate photo Mylar of
Development Services
the recorded map to the City Engineer's office.
18
Provide a certificate from the project's Registered Civil Engineer
Public Works Department,
certifying that the rough grading for the building pad(s) has been
Development Services
completed in accordance with the City -approved grading plan.
19
All onsite sewer lines shall be privately owned and maintained by the
Public Works Department,
property owner and shall be designed per current CA
Development Services
Building/Plumbing Code, and shall be submitted, reviewed, and
approved by the Building Division.
20
A Right of Way Construction Permit shall be obtained from the
Public Works Department,
Development Services Division for all work performed in the public
Development Services
right-of-way.
21
All Landscape plans shall comply with the City of Anaheim adopted
Public Works Department,
Landscape Water Efficiency Guidelines. This ordinance complies with
Development Services
the State of California Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
AB 1881).
22
Submit an interim soils report indicating pad compaction and site
Public Works Department,
stability prepared by the project's Geotechnical Engineer of Record.
Development Services
The pad compaction report shall include a site plan showing the
compaction testing locations.
23
A cash -in -lieu payment based on the Engineer of Record's cost
Public Works Department,
estimate, in an amount determined and approved by the Public Works
Development Services
Director to be sufficient to pay for future street widening and railroad
improvements along Lincoln Ave and Loara Street, including utility
relocations, required offsite BMPs, etc. necessary for the widening to
its ultimate location, shall be paid to the City of Anaheim.
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RESPONSIBLE
DEPARTMENT
24
The Developer shall be responsible for the ongoing long-term
Public Works Department,
maintenance costs associated with the proposed sanitary sewer main
Development Services
realignment resulting from the substandard design. The amount of this
maintenance obligation shall be determined and approved by the Public
Works Director.
25 Submit an interim soils report indicating pad compaction and site Public Works Department,
stability prepared by the project's Geotechnical Engineer of Record. Development Services
The pad compaction report shall include a site plan showing the
compaction testin� locations.
PRIOR TO FINAL BUILDING AND ZONING INSPECTIONS
26 All public improvements shall be constructed by the developer, Public Works Department,
inspected and accepted by Construction Services prior to final Development Services
building and zoning inspection.
27
All remaining fees/deposits required by the Public Works Department
Public Works Department,
shall be paid in full.
Development Services
28
Set all Monuments in accordance with the final map and submit all
Public Works Department,
centerline ties to the Public Works Department. Any monuments
Development Services
damaged as a result of construction shall be reset to the satisfaction of
the City Engineer.
29
Record Drawing Plans and Final Soils Report shall be submitted for
Public Works Department,
review and approval to the Department of Public Works,
Development Services
Development Services Division
30
The WQMP Covenant shall be recorded in the Office of the Orange
Public Works Department,
County Recorder and incorporated into the Verified Final WQMP
Development Services
Submittal. The Verified Final WQMP shall be approved, all BMPs
shall be constructed by the developer, inspected, and accepted by
Construction Services prior to final building and zoning inspection.
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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 15, 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
2025.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have liereunto set my hand this 15'b day of December
SECRE-TARl;PLANNING COMMISSION
E�CI OF THTY OF ANAHEIM
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