Council and Committee Referrals – Wednesday, November 24, 2021

 

21-1397 Create a digital map of City, County, and Metro projects constructed or managed in the last three years and planned over the next two years in key infrastructure categories
To Energy, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and River Committee
To Public Works Committee

Motion (Rodriguez – De Leon) relative to instructing the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, Bureau of Engineering, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, in coordination with the City Attorney, to create a digital map of City, County, and Metro projects constructed or managed in the last three years and planned over the next two years in key infrastructure categories, with an overlay of demographic and other equity-based data layers and indices

 

 

21-1395 City’s land use, environmental review and permitting processes for development activities on sites with abandoned gas and oil wells
To Energy, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, and River Committee
Motion (Cedillo – de Leon) relative to instructing the Petroleum Administrator, in consultation with the City and County Agencies listed, to report with policy recommendations on integrating the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health document: “Community Health, Safety and Notification Plan,” into the City’s land use, environmental review and permitting processes for development activities on sites with abandoned gas and oil wells

 

15-0103-S4 Comprehensive review and update to the Health and Wellness Element and/or the General Plan Framework Element and/or the creation of a standalone Environmental Justice Element.
To Planning and Land Use Management Committee
Motion (Raman et al. – Martinez) relative to instructing the Department of City Planning to report, within 90 days following the adoption of the 2021-2029 Housing Element, with a detailed work plan and timeline for a comprehensive review and update to the Health and Wellness Element and/or the General Plan Framework Element and/or the creation of a standalone Environmental Justice Element.

Housing Element

Interested Parties,
On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, the Los Angeles City Council acted to adopt the 2021-2029 Housing Element (CF 21-1230)! The Council also adopted an updated Safety Element (CF 20-1213) and amendments to the Health Element (CF 15-0103-S3). Input from the public and stakeholders proved vital throughout this update process and is reflected in the goals, policies, and programs of the updated elements. Several bodies also worked collectively to shape these plans, including the Housing Element Task Force, as well as several state and local agencies.
Before the adopted Housing Element becomes final, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) must review and certify that the 2021-2029 Housing Element is compliant with state Housing Element Law. The City sent HCD a copy of the adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element to initiate this step.
The City Planning and Housing Departments are proud to have worked collectively to create a bold Housing Element for Los Angeles that is centered on a commitment to expanding housing opportunities for all. The plan will set into motion a series of new policies and action steps that meaningfully address the housing shortage, maximize affordable housing, and create a more equitable distribution of housing across the city. The Housing Element carefully balances ambitious production strategies with significantly strengthened anti-displacement, housing stability and tenants’ protection policies. The Rezoning Program (121), required to occur over the next three years, demonstrates this balanced, equitable approach. With the Housing Element adopted, the City can focus on developing and adopting these ambitious implementation programs through continued engagement with stakeholders.
The updated Safety Element provides the most current information related to hazard risk identification and preparation, while the updated Health Element provides clarification on existing environmental justice policies. Each update additionally identifies implementation programs, some of which will launch in the near future. For example, an update to the 2018 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), which details and maps specific hazard risks, is scheduled to begin next year. New and expanded Health Element programs highlight efforts to enhance the community engagement process to better reach underrepresented and vulnerable communities in planning efforts. The LHMP update and the housing initiatives mentioned above are some of many opportunities to implement a robust outreach and engagement strategy as envisioned in the Health Element.
Interested Parties,
On Wednesday, November 24, 2021, the Los Angeles City Council acted to adopt the 2021-2029 Housing Element (CF 21-1230)! The Council also adopted an updated Safety Element (CF 20-1213) and amendments to the Health Element (CF 15-0103-S3). Input from the public and stakeholders proved vital throughout this update process and is reflected in the goals, policies, and programs of the updated elements. Several bodies also worked collectively to shape these plans, including the Housing Element Task Force, as well as several state and local agencies.
Before the adopted Housing Element becomes final, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) must review and certify that the 2021-2029 Housing Element is compliant with state Housing Element Law. The City sent HCD a copy of the adopted 2021-2029 Housing Element to initiate this step.
The City Planning and Housing Departments are proud to have worked collectively to create a bold Housing Element for Los Angeles that is centered on a commitment to expanding housing opportunities for all. The plan will set into motion a series of new policies and action steps that meaningfully address the housing shortage, maximize affordable housing, and create a more equitable distribution of housing across the city. The Housing Element carefully balances ambitious production strategies with significantly strengthened anti-displacement, housing stability and tenants’ protection policies. The Rezoning Program (121), required to occur over the next three years, demonstrates this balanced, equitable approach. With the Housing Element adopted, the City can focus on developing and adopting these ambitious implementation programs through continued engagement with stakeholders.
The updated Safety Element provides the most current information related to hazard risk identification and preparation, while the updated Health Element provides clarification on existing environmental justice policies. Each update additionally identifies implementation programs, some of which will launch in the near future. For example, an update to the 2018 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), which details and maps specific hazard risks, is scheduled to begin next year. New and expanded Health Element programs highlight efforts to enhance the community engagement process to better reach underrepresented and vulnerable communities in planning efforts. The LHMP update and the housing initiatives mentioned above are some of many opportunities to implement a robust outreach and engagement strategy as envisioned in the Health Element.

North Valley Area Planning Commission / Martina P. Diaz / Commission Appointment

CF 21-1200-S53       AT PLUM 11/30/2021

TIME LIMIT: 12/30/21; LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION: 12/8/2021

Communication from the Mayor relative to the reappointment of Ms. Martina P. Diaz to the North Valley Area Planning Commission for the term ending June 30, 2026.

Financial Disclosure Statement: Pending

Background Check: Not Applicable

Community Impact Statement: None submitted


Click on the BLUE HIGHLIGHT to view official documents and reports.

  • 11/24/2021 Planning and Land Use Management Committee scheduled item for committee meeting on November 30, 2021.   Report from Mayor 11/15/2021
  • 11/16/2021 Mayor document(s) referred to Planning and Land Use Management Committee.  Report from Mayor 11/15/2021
  • 11/15/2021 Document(s) submitted by Mayor, as follows:  Report from Mayor 11/15/2021

Mayor report, dated November 5, 2021, relative to the reappointment of Ms. Martina P. Diaz to the North Valley Area Planning Commission for the term ending June 30, 2026.

Council and Committee Referrals – Tuesday, November 23, 2021

21-1385 More effective requirements for on-site posting and mailed notice
To Planning and Land Use Management Committee
Motion (Blumenfield – Raman) relative to instructing the Department of City Planning, in consultation with the City Attorney, to report with recommendations for more effective requirements for on-site posting and mailed notices of proposed discretionary land use actions

 

21-1375 Implement the Los Angeles Accessory Dwelling Unit Accelerator Program (LAADUAP
To Housing Committee
Los Angeles Housing Department report, dated November 16, 2021, relative to a request for authority to negotiate and execute a contract with ONEgeneration, to implement the Los Angeles Accessory Dwelling Unit Accelerator Program (LAADUAP); create an exempt Senior Project Coordinator (Class 1538) position; and the status of the LAADUAP

Council and Committee Referral – Thursday, November 18, 2021

20-1536 Definition of outdoor advertising structure
To Public Works Committee
City Attorney report R21-0343, dated November 16, 2021, relative to a draft Ordinance amending the Los Angeles Municipal Code to clarify the definition of outdoor advertising structure, and to exempt certain approved structures from the prohibition of outdoor advertising structures in the public right-of-way.

Council and Committee Referrals – Friday, November 12, 2021

21-0002-S189 Subsidies for the construction of new affordable housing unit
To Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Resolution (Martinez – Raman) relative to including in the City’s 2021-2022 State Legislative Program its position on legislation which would authorize the State of California to work with the City of Los Angeles to provide subsidies for the construction of new affordable housing unit

 

19-1334 Obstructing the free passage of pedestrians, required under the Americans With Disabilities Act
To Public Works Committee
City Attorney report R21-0341, dated November 10, 2021, relative to a revised draft Ordinance amending the Los Angeles Municipal Code to prohibit a person required to possess a City permit from obstructing the free passage of pedestrians, required under the Americans With Disabilities Act, and specifying penalties for violations.

 

Update to Mailing Notification Requirements

Dear Angelenos:
Please be advised that City Planning has modified its mailing procedures to require submission of notification materials when they are ready to be used, rather than at the time of case filing. This will prevent applicants from having to update mailing lists and labels as the date of a public hearing or issuance of a Letter of Determination (LOD) approaches.
Starting December 1, 2021, one hard copy and electronic copy of the notification map and Perjury Statement will be required at the time of case filing. Project Planning staff will request the remaining notification materials from the applicant approximately six to eight weeks before scheduling a public hearing or issuing the LOD.
For detailed instructions regarding required materials, please refer to the Mailing Procedures Instructions (CP-2074).
For questions, you may contact Mindy Nguyen at mindy.nguyen@lacity.org.

DEPARTMENT REPORT BACK ON PROJECT CHANGES BY THE PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT (PLUM) COMMITTEE AND THE CITY COUNCIL

AT CITY PLANNING  COMMISSION 11/18/2021

November 1, 2021
TO: City Planning Commission
FROM: Department of City Planning

Reporting Period: 10/1/21 – 10/31/21

During the reporting period from 10/1/21 to 10/31/21, the Planning & Land Use Management Committee and City Council did not make any changes to affordable housing, other community benefits, or to any conditions or findings as it relates to any project approvals that were considered by the City Planning Commission.

Review Department Letter 11/01/2021

Mello Act / Coastal Zone / Affordable Housing / Ordinance

CF 15-0129-S1      UPDATE  11/16/2021

PLANNING AND LAND USE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE  REPORT relative to preparing a permanent Ordinance to implement the Mello Act and requiring the provision of affordable housing.

Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Bonin – Harris-Dawson):

INSTRUCT the Department of City Planning and the Los Angeles Housing and Community Investment Department, in consultation with the City Attorney, to prepare and present a permanent Ordinance to implement the Mello Act, including a requirement for all new housing developments that are subject to the Mello Act, to provide affordable housing.

Fiscal Impact Statement: Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement: None submitted


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  • 11/16/2021 Community Impact Statement submitted by Wilshire Center Koreatown NC. Refer to CF 15-0129-S1 
  • 11/05/2021 Planning and Land Use Management Committee scheduled item for committee meeting on November 30, 2021.   Report from Department of City Planning 10/14/2021; Report from Los Angeles City Planning Commission 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 Exhibit H Ordinance 173815 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Proposed Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit G Transfer of Funds 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit D Mello Act Government Code Section 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit K Motion (2/03/15) 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Findings 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit A Coastal Zone Maps 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit B Proposed Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit C CEQA 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit E Interim Administratie Procedures 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit F Settlement Agreement 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit I Case Continuation 06/08/2021; Attachment to report dated 06/08/2021 – Staff Report 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit L Motion to Reinitiate Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08//2021 – Exhibit J Request to Initiate Mello 06/08/2021.
  • 10/18/2021 Community Impact Statement submitted by Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council.  Refer to CF 15-0129-S1 
  • 10/18/2021 Community Impact Statement submitted by Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council.  Refer to CF 15-0129-S1 
  • 10/14/2021 Department of City Planning document(s) referred to Planning and Land Use Management Committee.  Report from Department of City Planning 10/14/2021
  • 10/14/2021 Document(s) submitted by Department of City Planning, as follows: Report from Department of City Planning 10/14/2021

Department of City Planning report, dated October 14, 2021, relative to a request for a modification to the proposed Mello Ordinance approved by City Planning Commission on May 13, 2021.

  • 10/14/2021 Community Impact Statement submitted by Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Refer to CF 15-0129-S1 
  • 09/24/2021 Planning and Land Use Management Committee scheduled item for committee meeting on October 19, 2021.  Report from Los Angeles City Planning Commission 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 Exhibit H Ordinance 173815 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Proposed Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit G Transfer of Funds 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit D Mello Act Government Code Section 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit C (Final) 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Mailing List 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit K Motion (2/03/15) 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Findings 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit B Proposed Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit C CEQA 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit E Interim Administrative Procedures 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit F Settlement Agreement 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021- Exhibit I Case Continuation 06/08/2021; Attachment to report dated 06/08/2021 – Staff Report 06/08/2021: Attachment to Report dated 06/08/2021 – Exhibit L Motion to Reinitiate Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021; Attachment to Report dated 06/08//2021 – Exhibit J Request to Initiate Mello 06/08/2021
  • 06/16/2021 Los Angeles City Planning Commission document(s) referred to Planning and Land Use Management Committee.  Exhibit H Ordinance 173815 06/08/2021, Proposed Ordinance 06/08/2021, Exhibit G Transfer of Funds 06/08/2021, Exhibit D Mello Act Government Code Section 06/08/2021, Exhibit C (Final) 06/08/2021, Mailing List 06/08/2021, Email List 06/08/2021, Exhibit K Motion (2/03/15) 06/08/2021, Findings 06/08/2021, Exhibit A Coastal Zone Maps 06/08/2021, Exhibit B Proposed Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021, Exhibit C CEQA 06/08/2021, Exhibit E Interim Administrative Procedures 06/08/2021, Exhibit F Settlement Agreement 06/08/2021, Exhibit I Case Continuation 06/08/2021, Staff Report 06/08/2021, Exhibit L Motion to Reinitiate Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021, Attachment to Report dated 06/08//2021 – Exhibit J Request to Initiate Mello 06/08/2021, Report from Los Angeles City Planning Commission 06/08/2021.
  • 06/08/2021 Document(s) submitted by Los Angeles City Planning Commission, as follows:  Exhibit H Ordinance 173815 06/08/2021, Proposed Ordinance 06/08/2021, Exhibit G Transfer of Funds 06/08/2021, Exhibit D Mello Act Government Code Section 06/08/2021, Exhibit C (Final) 06/08/2021, Mailing List 06/08/2021, Email List 06/08/2021, Exhibit K Motion (2/03/15) 06/08/2021, Findings 06/08/2021, Exhibit A Coastal Zone Maps 06/08/2021, Exhibit B Proposed Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021, Exhibit C CEQA 06/08/2021, Exhibit E Interim Administrative Procedures 06/08/2021, Exhibit F Settlement Agreement 06/08/2021, Exhibit I Case Continuation 06/08/2021, Staff Report 06/08/2021, Exhibit L Motion to Reinitiate Mello Ordinance 06/08/2021, Attachment to Report dated 06/08//2021 – Exhibit J Request to Initiate Mello 06/08/2021, Report from Los Angeles City Planning Commission 06/08/2021.

Los Angeles City Planning Commission report, dated June 8, 2021, relative to a Code Amendment to implement the Mello Act Ordinance for the project area that includes the Coastal Zone Area.

  • 08/02/2019 Council action final
  • 07/31/2019 Council adopted item, subject to reconsideration, pursuant to Council Rule 51.  Report from PLUM  (May 21, 2019),
  • 07/25/2019 City Clerk scheduled item for Council on July 31, 2019 .   Report from PLUM  (May 21, 2019),  Motion (April 16, 2019)
  • 05/21/2019 Planning and Land Use Management Committee approved item(s) .  Report from PLUM  (May 21, 2019),  Motion (April 16, 2019)
  • 05/17/2019 Planning and Land Use Management Committee scheduled item for committee meeting on May 21, 2019.  Motion (April 16, 2019)
  • 04/16/2019 Motion document(s) referred to Planning and Land Use Management Committee.  Motion (April 16, 2019)

 

Council and Committee Referral – Wednesday, November 03, 2021

21-1286 Manage development in environmentally sensitive areas
To Planning and Land Use Management Committee
Motion (Blumenfield – et al. – Krekorian) relative to instructing the Department of City Planning to report on how the Mulholland Scenic Parkway Specific Plan is in substantial conformance with the intent to manage development in environmentally sensitive areas, and as further instructed.

 

21-1284 Recognizing the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) as a trustee agency
To Planning and Land Use Management Committee
Resolution (Blumenfield – et al. – Krekorian) relative to recognizing the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy (SMMC) as a trustee agency, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and recognizing the Big Wild-Topanga State Park, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains, and Griffith Park Area Habitat Linkage Planning Maps.

 

Council and Committee Referral – Tuesday, November 02, 2021

21-0002-S186 Adequate Sites for Housing in the Housing Element.
To Rules, Elections, and Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Resolution (Koretz – Krekorian) relative to including in the City’s 2021-22 State Legislative Program its position on any legislation or administrative action that would allow a local jurisdiction to submit an addendum to their adopted housing element to calculate the additional capacity added by SB 9 (Atkins) and as part of Adequate Sites for Housing in the Housing Element.