HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes (Final) 7.28.25Planning Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda Minutes
July 28, 2025
5:30 P.M.
Council Chamber
22 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA
ISURI S. RAMOS
Chair, Ward 3 Representative
CARL BENNINGER
ViceChair,
Ward 4 Representative
CHRISTOPHER LEO
Citywide Representative
MANUEL J. ESCAMILLA
Ward 2 Representative
JENNIFER OLIVA
Ward 6 Representative
BAO PHAM
Ward 1 Representative
ALAN WOO
Ward 5 Representative
Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Executive Director
Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Legal Counsel
Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Planning Manager
Gema Zapien
Acting Recording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, Chair
Carl Benninger, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Manuel J. Escamilla
Jennifer Oliva
Bao Pham
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Acting Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Minutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draft
Zoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residential
interface.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,
and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed
within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City
Council for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on
July 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)
SUBZONE.
Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, including
modifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making the
request pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,
which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion of
an existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the district
in which the facility is located.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical
Exemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELF
STORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIRED
LANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 398461
18)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments via
email in favor of the project.
Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.
Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve with added condition..
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730
SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 2025
02 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a new
bathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamily
residence.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical Exemption
ER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A
MAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING
SINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.
Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of the
project.
Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
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You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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7/28/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 28, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing Recording Secretary
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,
contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable
the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting
documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CALL TO ORDER
Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, Chair
Carl Benninger, ViceChair
Christopher Leo
Manuel J. Escamilla
Jennifer Oliva
Bao Pham
Alan Woo
Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP
Legal Counsel Melissa M. Crosthwaite
Acting Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICP
Acting Recording Secretary Gema Zapien
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Minutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draft
Zoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residential
interface.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
a.Minutes
Recommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.
b.Excused Absences
Recommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, Carl
Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,
and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed
within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City
Council for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on
July 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)
SUBZONE.
Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, including
modifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making the
request pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,
which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion of
an existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the district
in which the facility is located.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical
Exemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELF
STORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIRED
LANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 398461
18)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments via
email in favor of the project.
Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.
Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve with added condition..
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730
SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 2025
02 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a new
bathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamily
residence.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical Exemption
ER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A
MAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING
SINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.
Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of the
project.
Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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7/28/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 28, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing Recording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSMinutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draftZoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residentialinterface.CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*
BUSINESS CALENDAR
Public Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,
Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,
and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealed
within 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the Basic
Meeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commission
recommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, Development
Agreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the City
Council for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on
July 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025.
1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE
(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)
SUBZONE.
Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, including
modifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making the
request pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,
which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion of
an existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the district
in which the facility is located.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical
Exemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TO
ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELF
STORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIRED
LANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 398461
18)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 as
conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments via
email in favor of the project.
Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.
Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve with added condition..
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730
SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 2025
02 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a new
bathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamily
residence.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical Exemption
ER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A
MAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING
SINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.
Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of the
project.
Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
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7/28/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 28, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing Recording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSMinutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draftZoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residentialinterface.CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the CityCouncil for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter onJuly 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)SUBZONE.Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and PropertyOwner).Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, includingmodifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making therequest pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion ofan existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the districtin which the facility is located.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. CategoricalExemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELFSTORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREDLANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39846118)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Commission had questions for the applicant.
Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.
Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments via
email in favor of the project.
Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.
Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted.
Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve with added condition..
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730
SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFIC
DEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT.
Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (Property
Owner).
Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 2025
02 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a new
bathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamily
residence.
Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class
1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical Exemption
ER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A
MAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING
SINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)
Recommended Action:
Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.
Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.
Commission had questions for staff.
Staff answered questions from the Commission.
Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.
Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of the
project.
Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
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3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
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To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
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Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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7/28/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 28, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing Recording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSMinutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draftZoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residentialinterface.CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the CityCouncil for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter onJuly 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)SUBZONE.Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and PropertyOwner).Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, includingmodifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making therequest pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion ofan existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the districtin which the facility is located.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. CategoricalExemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELFSTORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREDLANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39846118)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant. Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments viaemail in favor of the project.Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove with added condition..YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (PropertyOwner).Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 202502 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a newbathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamilyresidence.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical ExemptionER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AMAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTINGSINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.
Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of the
project.
Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to the
project.
Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger to
Approve.
YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,
Carl Benninger
NO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer Oliva
Status: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass
*End of Business Calendar*
STAFF COMMENTS
Minutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Minutes: Commission had comments for staff.
ADJOURNMENT
The next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the
Council Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.
APPEAL INFORMATION
The formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tenday
appeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645
holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the day
following the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision or
requirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, or
group. The appeal must be filed with the Clerk of the Council, accompanied by the required
filing fee, and a copy sent to the Planning Department, within ten days of the date of the
Commission's action, by 5:00 p.m. If the final day to appeal falls on a City Hall observed
holiday or a day when City hall is closed, the final day to appeal shall be extended to the next
day City Hall is open for public business. Please note: Under California Government Code
Sec. 65009, if you challenge in court any of the matters on this agenda for which a public
hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or
someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by
the Planning Commission or City Council at or before the hearing.
MEETING INFORMATION
If you would like to learn how to use Zoom before the meeting, visit Zoom Video Tutorials.
1. Connecting directly from your computer:
Click on the link on top of this agenda OR
Go to Zoom.us and click "Join a Meeting" at the top. Enter the Meeting ID. The Meeting
ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
2. Connecting via the Zoom App:
Download the free Zoom Cloud Meetings app from your favorite app store.
Launch the app and click on the blue Join a Meeting button. Enter the Meeting ID, your
name, and the blue Join button. The Meeting ID is listed at the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, click on the button next to your name to virtually raise your hand and let us know
you wish to speak. You will have 3 minutes.
3. Dialing in from a mobile phone or landline:
Dial (669) 9009128. When prompted, enter the meeting ID. The Meeting ID is listed at
the top of this agenda.
To speak during the meeting: When you wish to comment on an item that is being is
discussed, press *9 on your phone to virtually raise your hand. You will have 3 minutes.
Submit a written comment
You are invited to submit a written comment in one of the following ways:
Email PBAecomments@santaana.org and reference the topic in the subject line.
Mail to Gema Zapien, Acting Recording Secretary, City of Santa Ana, 20 Civic Center
Plaza – M20, Santa Ana, CA 92701.
Deadline to submit written comments, including any supplement materials for
consideration by the Planning Commission, is 3:30 p.m. on the day of the
meeting.Comments received after the deadline may not be distributed to the
Commission but will be made part of the record. All attendees wishing to submit
written comments or supplemental materials for distribution to Planning Commission
members during the inperson meeting must provide 15 printed copies.
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7/28/2025
Planning CommissionRegular Meeting Agenda MinutesJuly 28, 20255:30 P.M.Council Chamber22 Civic Center PlazaSanta Ana, CA ISURI S. RAMOSChair, Ward 3 RepresentativeCARL BENNINGERViceChair,Ward 4 Representative CHRISTOPHER LEOCitywide RepresentativeMANUEL J. ESCAMILLAWard 2 Representative JENNIFER OLIVAWard 6 RepresentativeBAO PHAMWard 1 Representative ALAN WOOWard 5 RepresentativeAli Pezeshkpour, AICPExecutive DirectorMelissa M. CrosthwaiteLegal Counsel Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Planning Manager Gema ZapienActing Recording SecretaryIn compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting,contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enablethe City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supportingdocumentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.CALL TO ORDER Commissioners: Isuri S. Ramos, ChairCarl Benninger, ViceChairChristopher LeoManuel J. EscamillaJennifer OlivaBao PhamAlan Woo Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour, AICPLegal Counsel Melissa M. CrosthwaiteActing Planning Manager Ricardo Soto, AICPActing Recording Secretary Gema ZapienROLL CALLPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEPUBLIC COMMENTSMinutes: Kim Fortun, Director of UCI EcoGovLab, raised concerns of the pending draftZoning Code Update and how the City plans on addressing the industrial/residentialinterface.CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMSa.MinutesRecommended Action: Approve Minutes from July 14, 2025.b.Excused AbsencesRecommended Action: Excuse absent commissioners.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Leo to Approve.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla, CarlBenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Consent Calendar*BUSINESS CALENDARPublic Hearing:The Planning Commission decision on Conditional Use Permits,Variances, Tentative Tract and Parcel Maps, Minor Exceptions, Site Plan Review,and Public Convenience or Necessity Determinations are final unless appealedwithin 10 days of the decision by any interested party or group (refer to the BasicMeeting Information page for more information). The Planning Commissionrecommendation on Zoning and General Plan amendments, DevelopmentAgreements, Specific Developments, and Specific Plans will be forwarded to the CityCouncil for final determination. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter onJuly 18, 2025 and notices were mailed on July 17, 2025. 1.CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT1030 EAST FOURTH STREET LOCATED WITHIN THE TRANSIT ZONING CODE(SD84) ZONING DISTRICT, WITHIN THE URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD (UN2)SUBZONE.Project Applicant: Extra Space Properties 103, LLC (Applicant and PropertyOwner).Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Conditional Use Permit(CUP) No. 202512 to allow the expansion of an existing selfstorage facility, includingmodifications to the required landscaped yard standards. The applicant is making therequest pursuant to sections 412007 and 41650 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code,which require Planning Commission review and approval of a CUP for the expansion ofan existing selfstorage facility and modifications to regulations set forth for the districtin which the facility is located.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class32, Section 15332 (InFill Development Projects) of the CEQA Guidelines. CategoricalExemption ER No. 202422 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 202512 AS CONDITIONED TOALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING, LEGALLY ESTABLISHED SELFSTORAGE FACILITY, INCLUDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE REQUIREDLANDSCAPED YARD STANDARDS AT 1030 E. FOURTH STREET (APN: 39846118)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 202512 asconditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Commission had questions for the applicant. Danny Morris, on behalf of the applicant, answered questions from the Commission.Resident, Sara Al Baqui, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Resident, Nabil Muallem, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Rose Bacinski, on behalf of various residents, provided various public comments viaemail in favor of the project.Resident, Amy Yuan, provided public comment via email in opposition to the project.Commission proposed adding one new condition, which the applicant accepted. Moved by Commissioner Escamilla, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove with added condition..YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass2.SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 730SOUTH VAN NESS AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE SPECIFICDEVELOPMENT NO. 40 (SD40) ZONING DISTRICT. Project Applicant: Jeremy Cole (Applicant), representing Sonia Gonzalez (PropertyOwner).Proposed Project: Applicant is requesting approval of Site Plan Review No. 202502 to allow an 85squarefoot rear addition to enlarge a bedroom and add a newbathroom, exterior alterations, and an interior remodel to an existing singlefamilyresidence.Environmental Impact:Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)and the CEQA Guidelines, the project is exempt from further review pursuant to Class1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. Categorical ExemptionER No. 202557 will be filed for this project.RESOLUTION NO. 2025XXA RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANAAPPROVING SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202502 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW AMAJOR RESIDENTIAL ADDITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTINGSINGLEFAMILY HOME WITHIN THE HENINGER PARK SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT(SD40) LOCATED AT 730 S. VAN NESS AVENUE (APN: 01020315)Recommended Action:Adopt a resolution approving Site Plan Review No. 202502 as conditioned.Minutes: Staff provided a short presentation.Commission had questions for staff.Staff answered questions from the Commission.Jeremy Cole, on behalf of the applicant, spoke on the project.Resident, Lourdes Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Resident, Javier Gonzalez, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Resident, Ginelle Hardy, provided public comment via email in opposition of theproject.Resident, Karla Flores, provided public comment via email in opposition to theproject.Moved by Commissioner Woo, seconded by Commissioner Benninger toApprove.YES: 6 – Bao Pham, Isuri Ramos, Alan Woo, Christopher Leo, Manuel J. Escamilla,Carl BenningerNO: 0 – ABSTAIN: 0 – ABSENT: 1 – Jennifer OlivaStatus: 6 – 0 – 0 – 1 – Pass*End of Business Calendar*STAFF COMMENTSMinutes: Staff had comments for the Commission.COMMISSIONER COMMENTSMinutes: Commission had comments for staff. ADJOURNMENTThe next meeting of the Planning Commission will be on August 11, 2025, at 5:30 PM in theCouncil Chamber located at 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701.Minutes: Meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m.APPEAL INFORMATIONThe formal action by the Planning Commission shall become effective after the tendayappeal period, unless the City Council in compliance with section 41643, 41644 or 41645holds a public hearing on the matter, then the formal action will become effective on the dayfollowing the hearing and decision by the City Council. An appeal from the decision orrequirement of the Planning Commission may be made by any interested party, individual, orgroup. 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