SR-401-044 (3)
CP:JT:SHK:BJM:f:\plan\share\pc\strpt\ta99007.wpd Santa Monica, California
Planning Commission Mtg: August 4, 1999
TO: The Honorable Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Staff
SUBJECT: Recommendation to Modify the Development Standards for Parcels in the
Public Lands (PL) Overlay District Including Adding Section
9.04.08.36.030(b) (Permitted Uses), 9.04.02.030.553 (Definitions), and
Section 9.04.12.150 (Performance Standards).
INTRODUCTION
Action: Proposed is the addition of Section 9.04.08.36.030(b) (Permitted Uses), Section
9.04.02.03.553 (Definitions), and Section 9.04.12.150 (Performance Standards) to Article
IX of the Santa Monica Municipal Code to modify development standards for the Public
Lands (PL) Overlay District.
Recommendation: Recommendation of Approval to City Council of the proposed text
amendment.
SITE LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
The Text Amendment would apply to all properties located in the PL Overlay District.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Proposed is a Text Amendment to allow outdoor antique markets to operate in the PL
Overlay District subject to the approval of a Performance Standards Permit (PSP).
Currently, the PL Overlay does not include outdoor antique markets as a permitted use. In
order to allow outdoor antique markets in the PL Overlay District with the approval of a
PSP three actions are required. Zoning Ordinance Section 9.04.08.36.030 requires
amendment to specify outdoor antique markets are permitted subject to the approval of a
PSP in the PL Overlay District. Section 9.04.02.030.553 is recommended to be added to
establish a definition of an outdoor antique market. Finally, Section 9.04.12.150 is
recommended to be added to establish performance standards for outdoor antique
markets to ensure compatibility with surrounding districts and uses.
CEQA STATUS
The proposed text amendment is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15305, Class
5(c) of the State CEQA Guidelines in that the proposed text amendment to allow outdoor
antique markets in the PL Overlay District will not result in any additional development and
will allow for a short term, temporary use consistent with the intent of the PL Overlay
District to preserve and protect open space and retain land for educational purposes.
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Thus, the text amendment is considered a minor alteration to land use limitations in an
area with an average slope of less than 20% which does not result in any change to land
use or density.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65091 and SMMC Section 9.04.20.16.040, notice
of the public hearing for the Text Amendment was published in The Argonaut.
BACKGROUND
An outdoor antique market has been held at Santa Monica High School once a month
since June 7, 1998. The antique market is for the purpose of raising money for Santa
Monica High School athletic programs. For this event, a Temporary Use Permit was
approved for a period of 6 months. City Council subsequently directed City Planning staff
to prepare a text amendment to modify the PL Overlay District to allow outdoor antique
markets. The ongoing antique market at Santa Monica High School has been allowed to
continue while this text amendment is being processed.
ANALYSIS
Text Amendment
Outdoor antique markets are currently not permitted in the PL Overlay District. The
proposed text amendment would allow outdoor antique markets in the PL Overlay District
subject to the approval of a Performance Standards Permit. City Planning staff has
determined that a Performance Standards Permit process should be required because the
proposed text amendment will apply City-wide and the proposed standards ensure
compatibility with surrounding uses. The proposed performance standards limit the impact
on surrounding uses by regulating the level of noise, traffic impact, duration of the hours
and days of the event, disposal of litter, and by ensuring proper security is provided.
Additionally, given the fact that the event is temporary in nature and limited by the
proposed PSP standards to no more than two consecutive days once a month, the impact
of the event on surrounding uses is minimized.
The PL Overlay District is located throughout the City, primarily in multiple family
residential districts with some areas extending into the C2 and C4 Zoning Districts. For
this reason, the proposed Performance Standards Permit process is appropriate in order to
ensure compatibility with surrounding uses. Staff believes that an outdoor antique market,
when conducted responsibly, is an amenity to the community that promotes community
interaction and a sense of community identity. For these reasons outdoor antique markets,
regulated by performance standards, can be a valuable asset to the surrounding land uses
where the event is held.
In conjunction with the text amendment of the PL Overlay District a new definition has been
created to define an outdoor antique market. This definition will be added to Section
9.04.02.030, Definitions. Additionally, because the approval of an outdoor antique market
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will be subject to a Performance Standards Permit, a new set of standards has been
created and will be added to Subchapter 9.04.12, Performance Standards. The proposed
text amendment is contained in Attachment B.
Conclusion
The proposed Text Amendment would allow outdoor antique markets to operate as a use
subject to a Performance Standards Permit and would apply to all properties located in the
PL Overlay District. Staff supports the proposed text amendment as a means to continue
an existing community amenity and provide the opportunity to establish similar uses in
other parts of the City. Staff believes that outdoor antique markets can contribute to the
pedestrian orientation of the neighborhoods where they are located and, due to the
temporary nature of the event and recommended performance standards, an outdoor
antique market will be compatible with surrounding land uses.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission recommend to City Council approval of
Text Amendment 99-007 to allow outdoor antique markets in the PL Public Lands Overlay
District and establish a Zoning Ordinance definition for the use and new performance
standards.
TEXT AMENDMENT FINDINGS
1. The proposed amendment is consistent in principle with the goals, objectives,
policies, land uses, and programs specified in the adopted General Plan in that an
outdoor antique market is consistent with Land Use Objective 1.2 in that the
performance standards will ensure compatibility of adjacent land uses, while
protecting residential neighborhoods. Furthermore, outdoor antique markets are a
unique land use that have the ability to attract local as well as regional customers
which is consistent with Land Use Objective 1.1, in that an outdoor antique market
can help fulfill the City’s role as a regional recreation center. Also consistent with
Land Use Objective 1.1, is the ability of outdoor antique markets to help promote
cultural activities throughout the City. Additionally, due to the temporary nature of
an outdoor antique market, which operate on a monthly basis for a limited number
of daytime hours, the markets beneficially enhance, rather than negatively impact,
adjacent residential uses.
2. The public health, safety, and general welfare require the adoption of the
proposed amendment in that outdoor antique markets are a community amenity
that operate for a limited number of hours a month rather than on a daily basis.
This temporary nature results in a use that will not create ongoing negative
impacts in the area. Furthermore, outdoor antique markets are a pedestrian
oriented use that is a community amenity and attracts local as well as regional
customers. Issuance of approvals for outdoor antique markets through the
Performance Standards Permit process will ensure that the event is compatible
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with surrounding residential and commercial uses in terms of site location and
operating hours.
Prepared by: Bradley J. Misner, Associate Planner
Attachments: A. Public Notice
B. Proposed Text Amendment
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Attachment B
Section 9.04.08.36.030 (a) Uses subject to a performance standards permit. Subject to the
provisions of Section 9.04.08.36.050, the following uses may be permitted in the PL
Overlay District subject to the approval of a Performance Standards Permit.
(a) All uses listed as subject to a performance standard permit in the district in
which the parcel is located.
(b) Outdoor antique markets
9.04.02.030.553 (Definitions) Outdoor Antique Market
An event where the primary activity is the sale of antiques by individual
antique dealers. Sales of ancillary products during the event is also permitted. An
outdoor antique market shall be subject to performance standards pursuant to
Section 9.04.12.150.
9.04.12.150 Outdoor Antique Markets
The purpose of this Section is to permit outdoor antique markets and ensure that
they do not result in an adverse impact on adjacent land uses, especially
surrounding residential uses. The following performance standards shall apply to
outdoor antique markets:
(a) Applicability. Outdoor antique markets may be permitted in all PL Public Lands
Overlay Districts with the approval of a Performance Standards Permit. An outdoor
antique market shall comply with the property development standards of the Public
Lands Overlay zoning district as well as any underlying zoning district.
(b) Duration of Use. Outdoor antique markets are only allowed on a temporary
basis. The use shall operate only once per month for no more than two consecutive
days.
(c) Food Sales. Food sales shall be an ancillary service to the event. There shall be
no alcohol sales.
(d) Hours of Operation. The hours of operation shall be limited to 8:00 a.m. to 7:00
p.m. each day of the event. Set-up shall not begin prior to 5:00 a.m. All clean-up
shall be concluded by 7:00 p.m.
(e) Music/Noise. No amplified music or public address system shall be audible
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beyond the property boundaries. Any use of amplified speakers shall be directed
away from nearby residential uses.
(f) Parking. A parking and circulation plan shall be approved by the Transportation
Management Division.
(g) Sanitary Facilities. A minimum of four portable sanitary facilities shall be
located on-site and remain open for public use throughout the duration of the event.
(h) Security. Private security shall be provided during all event hours.
(i) Signage. Temporary signage for the purpose of advertising the event shall be
permitted pursuant to section 9.52.010.
(j) Solid Waste and Litter. Dumpsters, trash cans, and recycling bins shall be
provided for the proper disposal of litter. There shall be personnel assigned to
clean-up litter throughout the duration of the event.
(k) Temporary Structures. Temporary structures shall not be permitted with the
exception of portable canopies for the purpose of shading individual vendors and
dealers.
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