Los Angeles City Planning Commission 200 N. Spring Street, Room 532, Los Angeles, California, 90012, (213)

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1 Los Angeles City Planning Commission 200 N. Spring Street, Room 532, Los Angeles, California, 90012, (213) Determination Mailing Date: OCT* 0,2 20B CASE NO. CPC CPU CEQA: ENV EIR Applicant City of Los Angeles Location; The project area is the Granada Hills- Knollwood area, bounded by the City/County Border on the northwest, lnterstate-5 freeway on the northeast, Interstate-405 freeway on the east, Lassen Avenue and Devonshire Street on the south, and Aliso Canyon on the west Council District: 12 - Mitchell Englander Plan Area: Granada Hills-Knollwood Request(s): Community Plan Update: General Plan Amendments, Zone Change, Height District Change, Specific Plan Amendment, K-District Supplemental Use District Amendment, and establishment of the RFA Supplemental Use District. At its meeting of May 23, 2013, the following action was taken by the City Planning Commission: 1. Conducted a public hearing on the Proposed Plan, as modified in the Recommendation report. 2. Approved the Recommendation Report, dated May 23, 2013, as the Commission Report, with the following land use and zone change request and technical changes: a. Zone Change to [Q]C2-1VL and General Plan Amendment to Community Commercial for Subarea 1300L. b. Report results and solutions to PLUM for recommendation for approval of the Old Granada HiJJs Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. c. Identify policies that.support the encouragement of more shade for pedestrians in the commercial areas. 3. Approved the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan text, Land Use and Zone Change Maps, and Additional Plan Map Symbol, Footnote, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the Genera! Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 4. Approved the requested rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified in the Land Use and Zone Change Subarea Map, Land Use and Zone Change Matrix, amendments to Equinekeeping K District and the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries and regulations, and establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. 5. Approved an ordinance replacing the existing Granada Hills-Knollwood Equinekeeping K Supplemental Use District (Ordinance 151,602) and establishing a new K District pursuant to the procedures set forth in Section B (Establishment of Districts) and establish new conditions as allowed under Section C (Conditions) of the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC).

2 CPC CPU 2 6. Approved the amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan, including revised boundaries. 7. Approved the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District pursuant to procedures set forth in Section of the Los Angeles Municipal Code. 8. Found that the boundaries of the Granada Hills Equinekeeping K District are appropriate and that the K" District meets the required criteria pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section B.1 and that the additional lot conditions are necessary to implement the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 9. Found that in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Section, G, the proposed amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan are consistent with, and necessary to implement the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 10. Found that in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 13.13, the proposed boundaries and supplemental development regulations of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District are consistent with, and necessary to implement the programs and policies of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 11. Instructed the Department of City Planning to finalize the necessary zone change ordinances, K District, RFA District, and Granada Hills Specific Plan Amendment and findings to be presented to City Council, and make other technical corrections as necessary. 12. Amended the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan to reclassify selected streets within the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan as shown on the Street Re-designation and Modifications Map and Matrix. 13. Amended the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards as shown on the Proposed Long Range Land Use Diagram Framework Map. 14. Authorized the Director of Planning to present the resolution, Community Plan text and Plan amendments to the Mayor and City Council, in accordance with Sections 555 and 558 of the City Charter. 15. Reviewed and Considered the Environmental Impact Report, ENV EIR (State Clearing House No ) and transmit the EIR to the City Council for certification. 16. Approved the Statement of Overriding Considerations with the Final Environmental Impact Report. 17. Approved the attached Findings, including the Environmental Findings. RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE MAYOR: 1. Recommend that the Mayor approve the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Text, Land Use and Zone Change Maps and Additional Plan Map Symbols, Footnotes, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 2. Recommended that the Mayor approve the recommended amendments to the Long-Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards and recommended amendments to the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan, as modified.

3 CPC CPU 3 RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL: 1. Recommend that City Council adopt the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Text, Change Maps and Additional Plan Map Symbols, Footnotes, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes, along with amendments to the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan, and the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the General Plan Framework, all together amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 2. Recommend that City Council adopt the requested rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified in the Land Use and Zone Change Map, Land Use and Zone Change Matrix. 3. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance replacing the existing Granada Hills- Knollwood Equinekeeping K" Supplemental Use District (Ordinance No. 151,602) and adding lot conditions, pursuant to Section 13.05C(3) of the Municipal Code. 4. Recommend that the City Council adopt the amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan pursuant to Section G of the Municipal Code. 5. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance establishing the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District pursuant to the provisions set forth in Section of the Municipal Code. 6. Recommend that City Council adopt the Statement of Overriding Considerations. 7. Recommend that City Council adopt the findings, including the environmental findings. 8. Recommend that the City Council certify and adopt the Environmental Impact Report (EIR No. ENV E1R). This action was taken by the following vote: Moved: Seconded: Ayes: Absent: Roschen Lessin Cardoso, Eng, Perlman, Romero Burdon, Freer, Hovaguimian Vote: 6-0 Jamel K Williams, Commission Executive Assistant II City Planning Commission Effective Date/Appeal: The Commission s determination is final as of the mailing date of this determination and is not appealable. If you seek judicial review of any decision of the City pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section , the petition for writ of mandate pursuant to that section must be filed no later than the 90lh day following the date on which the City s decision became final pursuant to California Code of the Civil Procedures Section There may be other time limits which also affect your ability to seek judicial review. Attachments: Maps, Findings, Granada Hills Specific Plan Amendment, K-District, Old Granada RFA District, Zone Changes, General Plan Amendments, and Resolutions as Approved by the City Planning Commission Planning Staff: Craig Weber, Principal City Planner; Conni Pallini-Tipton, Acting Senior City Planner Priya Mehendale, City Planning Associate, Laura Krawczyk, City Planning Assistant

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5 .f y 1 Los Angoles Department of City Planning PLANNING DEPARTMENT TRANSMITTAL TO THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE CITY PLANNING CASE: ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENT: COUNCIL DISTRICT: CPC CPU ENV EIR 12 PROJECT ADDRESS: The project area is the Granada Hills-Knoliwood Community Plan area, located at the northern border of the City of Los Angeles, in the San Fernando Valley. It is generally bounded by the City of Los Angeles boundary line on the northwest, the Interstate (1-5) and Interstate (1-405) on the east, and Devonshire and Lassen Streets on the south. Conni Palfini-Tipton / Priya Mehendale New/Changed Conni.Pallini-Tipton@lacity.org N/A N/A N/A PLANNER CONTACT INFORMATION: TELEPHONE NUMBER: ADDRESS: Conn! Pallini-Tipton Conni.Pallini-Tipton@lacity.org APPROVED PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A community plan update has been proposed, for which the Final Environmental Impact Report has been prepared. The project is described as: The Proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan (Granada Hills-Knollwood Proposed Plan) includes changes in land use designations and zones that are intended to accommodate growth anticipated in the SCAG 2030 Forecast. It is a conservative growth plan that aims at preserving existing single-family residential neighborhoods, open space, and natural resources and accommodating a variety of housing opportunities near public transit, services, and amenities. The Granada Hills-Knollwood Proposed Plan would preserve the character of existing single-family and equine-keeping neighborhoods, and the general semi-rural suburban character of the area, by maintaining lower density land use designations. The Granada Hills-Knollwood Proposed Plan seeks to direct growth away from existing single-family residential neighborhoods by focusing growth along higher-intensity commercial corridors. The policies emphasize the importance of planning for sustainability; improved mobility; more open space, plazas, and parks; and better urban design. There are also policies for improving the attractiveness and functionality of commercial and industrial areas. The establishment of lively and walkable commercial districts while retaining positive elements of Granada Hill-Knollwood s semi-rural environment is a key goal of the Proposed Plan. Proposed land use changes would be implemented by General Plan amendments, zone changes, height district changes, amendments to the Equinekeeping K Supplemental Use District, Granada Hills Specific Plan, a proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area District, street designation changes, and other long-range implementation programs. N:\PHRD\Policy\Coinmunity Plans\GH-Knollwood\NCP_2006\Post CPC\PLUM\TransmittaJ Package GH-K\GranadaHilis-K Transmittal Form.docx

6 COMMISSION ACTION(S) / ZONING ADMINISTRATOR ACTION(S): (CEA s PLEASE CONFIRM) 1. Conducted a public hearing on the Proposed Plan, as modified in the Recommendation report. 2. Approved the Recommendation Report, dated May 23, 2013, as the Commission Report, with the following land use and zone change request and technical changes: a. Zone Change to [Q]C2-1 VL and General Plan Amendment to Community Commercial for Subarea 1300L. b. Report results and solutions to PLUM for recommendation for approval of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. c. Identify policies that support the encouragement of more shade for pedestrians in the commercial areas. 3. Approved and Recommended that the Mayor approve and the City Council adopt the attached Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan text, Land Use and Zone Change Maps, and Additional Plan Map Symbol, Footnote, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 4. Approved and Recommended that the City Council adopt the requested rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified in the Land Use and Zone Change Subarea Map, Land Use and Zone Change Matrix, amendments to Equinekeeping K District and the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries and regulations, and establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. 5. Approved and Recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance replacing the existing Granada Hills- Knollwood Equinekeeping K Supplemental Use District (Ordinance 151,602) and establishing a new K District pursuant to the procedures set forth in Section B (Establishment of Districts) and establish new conditions as allowed under Section C (Conditions) of the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC). 6. Approved and Recommended that the City Council adopt the amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan, including revised boundaries. 7. Approved and Recommended that the City Council adopt the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District pursuant to procedures set forth in Section of the Los Angeles Municipal Code. 8. Found that the boundaries of the Granada Hills Equinekeeping K" District are appropriate and that the K District meets the required criteria pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section B.1 and that the additional lot conditions are necessary to implement the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 9. Found that in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Section, G, the proposed amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan are consistent with, and necessary to implement the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 10. Found that in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 13.13, the proposed boundaries and supplemental development regulations of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District are consistent with, and necessary to implement the programs and policies of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. 11. Instructed the Department of City Planning to finalize the necessary zone change ordinances, K District, RFA District, and Granada Hills Specific Plan Amendment and findings to be presented to City Council, and make other technical corrections as necessary. 12. Amended the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan to reclassify selected streets within the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as shown on the Street Redesignation and Modifications Map and Matrix. 13. Amended the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards as shown on the Proposed Long Range Land Use Diagram Framework Map. 14. Authorized the Director of Planning to present the resolution, Community Plan text and Plan amendments to the Mayor and City Council, in accordance with Sections 555 and 558 of the City Charter. 15. Reviewed and Considered the Environmental Impact Report, ENV EIR (State Clearing House No ) and transmit the EIR to the City Council for certification. 16. Approved and Recommended that the City Council consider and adopt the Statement of Overriding Considerations with the Final Environmental Impact Report. 17. Approved and Recommended that the City Council adopt the attached findings, including the Environmental Findings. N:\PHRD\Policy\Community Plans\GH-Knollwood\NCP_2006\Post CPC\PLUM\Transmittal Package GH-K\GranadaHHis-K_Transmittal Form.docx 2

7 HH HH IS Letter of Determination Categorical Exemption IE! Staff Recommendation Report o Negative Declaration SI FEIR Appendix L - Findings of Fact Mitigated Negative Declaration SI Exhibit A Resolution Text & Maps El Environmental Impact Report IS! Exhibit B Plan Text Mitigation Monitoring Program IS Exhibit C Ordinance Text & Maps Other SI Exhibit D Land Use Change Matrix IS Exhibit E Land Use Change Map IS Exhibit F Recommended GP LU Map IS Exhibit G Equinekeeping K District Ordinance SI Exhibit H Granada Hills Specific Plan S! Exhibit 1 Old Granada Hills RFA District IS Exhibit J Plan Map Footnote, Zone & Nomenclature Change SI Exhibit K Street Redesignation Matrix IS Exhibit L Framework Long Range LU Map SI Exhibit M FEIR r Yes P No *if determination states administrative costs are recovered through fees, indicate Yes". P City Planning Commission (CPC) P Cultural Heritage Commission (CHC) r Central Area Planning Commission r East LA Area Planning Commission r Harbor Area Planning Commission r North Valley Area Planning Commission F South LAArea Planning Commission F South Valley Area Planning Commission F West LAArea Planning Commission N:\PHRD\Policy\Community Pians\GH-Knollwood\NCP_2006VPost CPC\PLUM\Transmittaf Package GH-K\GranadaHil!s-K_Transmittal Form.docx 4

8 ENTITLEMENTS FOR CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION: Request(s): Community Plan Update: General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, Height District Change, Specific Plan Amendment, K-District Supplemental Use District Amendment, and establishment of the RFA Supplemental Use District. RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE MAYOR: 1. Recommend that the Mayor approve the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan Text, Land Use and Zone Change Maps and Additional Plan Map Symbols, Footnotes, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 2. Recommended that the Mayor approve the recommended amendments to the Long-Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards and recommended amendments to the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan, as modified. RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL: 3. Recommend that City Council adopt the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan Text, Change Maps and Additional Plan Map Symbols, Footnotes, Corresponding Zone and Land Use Nomenclature Changes, along with amendments to the Highways and Freeways (Circulation) Map of the Transportation (Mobility) Element of the General Plan, and the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the General Plan Framework, all together amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 4. Recommend that City Council adopt the requested rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified in the Land Use and Zone Change Map, Land Use and Zone Change Matrix. 5. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance replacing the existing Granada Hills-Knollwood Equinekeeping "K Supplemental Use District (Ordinance No. 151,602) and adding lot conditions, pursuant to Section 13.05C(3) of the Municipal Code. 6. Recommend that the City Council adopt the amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan pursuant to Section G of the Municipal Code. 7. Recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance establishing the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District pursuant to the provisions set forth in Section of the Municipal Code. 8. Recommend that City Council adopt the Statement of Overriding Considerations. 9. Recommend that City Council adopt the findings, including the environmental findings. 10. Recommend that the City Council certify and adopt the Environmental Impact Report (EIR No. ENV EIR). FINAL ENTITLEMENTS NOT ADVANCING: N/A ITEMS APPEALED: N/A N:\PHRD\Policy\Conrimunity Plans\GH-Kno!lwood\NCP_2Q06\Post CPC\PLUM\Transmittal Package GH-K\GranadaHills-K_Transnnittal Form.docx 3

9 DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING Recommendation Report k lli j W ^ ' o City Planning Commission Case No.: CPC CPU CEQANo.: ENV EIR Date: May 23, 2013 State Clearing Time: After 8:30 a.m. House No.: Place: Van Nuys City Half Incidental None Sylvan Street Cases: Council Chamber, 2nd floor Related Cases: None Van Nuys, CA Council No.: 12 - Englander Plan Area: Granada Hills-Knollwood Public Hearings: Public Hearing Specific Plan: None Required Certified NC: Granada Hills North, Granada Hills South, North Hills West Appeal Status: Not Applicable GPLU: Various Zone: Various Applicant: Representative: City of Los Angeles City of Los Angeles PROJECT LOCATION: PROPOSED PROJECT: The project area is the Granada Hills-Knoilwood Community Plan area, located at the northern border of the City of Los Angeles, in the San Fernando Valley, it is generally bounded by the Los Angeles City boundary line on the northwest, the Interstate (1-5) and interstate (1-405) on the east, and Devonshire and Lassen Streets on the south. Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Update: The Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan Update (Proposed Plan) revises and updates the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan text and Land Use Diagram to reflect shifts in existing conditions since the last Plan Update in The Proposed Plan includes new goals, policies, and implementation programs; revisions to the Citywide General Plan Framework Element, and General Plan Land Use designations; Zone and Height District changes; changes to the existing Equinekeeping K District and the Granada Hills Specific Plan; and establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. REQUESTED ACTIONS: 1. Pursuant to procedures set forth in Section of the Municipal Code and City Charter Sections 555 and 558, amend the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified in the attached Granada Hiiis-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan text, Land Use and Zone Change Map, and Additional Plan Map Symbol, Footnote, Land Use Designations and Corresponding Zones.

10 2. Pursuant to Section of the Municipal Code, rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified on the Land Use and Zone Change Map (Exhibit C), Land Use and Zone Change Matrix (Exhibit D), amendments to the Equinekeeping K District and the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries and regulations, and establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. 3. Pursuant to procedures set forth in Section of the Municipal Code and City Charter Sections 555 and 558, amend the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards as shown on the Proposed Long Range Land Use Diagram Framework Map. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: 1. Approve the Staff Report as the Commission Report. 2. Approve and Recommend that the Mayor approve and the City Council adopt the attached Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Resolution, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan text, Land Use and Zone Change Map, and Additional Plan Map Symbol, Footnote, Land Use Designations and Corresponding Zones amending the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan as part of the General Plan of the City of Los Angeles, as modified. 3. Approve and Recommend that the City Council adopt the requested rezoning actions to effect changes of zone as identified in the Land Use and Zone Change Map, Land Use and Zone Change Matrix, amendments to Equinekeeping K District and the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries and regulations, and establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District. 4. Instruct the Department of City Planning to finalize the necessary zone change ordinances and findings to be presented to City Council, and make other technical corrections as necessary. 5. Amend the Long Range Land Use Diagram of the Citywide General Plan Framework Element to reflect changes and modifications to the geography of neighborhood districts, community centers, and mixed use boulevards as shown on the Proposed Long Range Land Use Diagram Framewprk Map. 6. Authorize the Director of Planning to present the resolution, Community Plan text and Plan amendments to the Mayor and City Council, in accordance with Sections 555 and 558 of the City Charter, 7. Find, in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Sections B and C.3, that the boundaries of the Equinekeeping K District and the additional lot conditions are necessary to implement the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan.

11 8. Approve the amendment of the Granada Hills Equinekeeping K Supplemental Use District modifying the boundary and including additional lot conditions and Recommend that the City Council adopt the amendment. 9. Approve the amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan, including revised boundaries, and Recommend that the City Council adopt the amendments. 10. Find that in accordance with Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 13.13, the proposed boundaries and supplemental development regulations of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District are consistent with, and necessary to implement, the programs and policies of the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan. 11. Approve and Recommend that the City Council adopt the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District and requirements. 12. Find that the City Planning Commission has reviewed and considered the Draft Environmental Impact Report, ENV EIR (State Clearing House No ) and transmit the EIR to the City Council for certification. 13. Recommend that the City Council consider a Statement of Overriding Considerations with the Final Environmental impact Report. 14. Approve and Recommend that the City Council Adopt the attached Findings, and direct staff to prepare additional environmental findings for the City Council consideration. MICHAEL J. LOGRANDE Director of Planning Ken Bernstein, AICP Principal City Planner Senior City Planner Anita Cerna City Planner Anna M. Vidal City Planning Associate Telephone: Katherine E. Peterson Planning Assistant Telephone: (818)

12 TABLE OF CONTENTS Proposed Plan Analysis......A-1 Proposed Plan Summary... A-1 Background... A-2 Discussion of Key Community Themes...A-7 Clarifications, Corrections, and Recommended Revisions...A-9 Findings......F-1 General Plan/Charter Findings... F-1 Summary of CEQA Findings... F-17 Public Hearing and Communications P-1 Public Participation Summary of Public Hearing Testimony and Communications... P-2 Exhibits (Attached) A Draft Resolution B Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Proposed Plan Text C Proposed Land Use and Zone Change Map D Proposed Land Use and Zone Change Matrix E Proposed General Plan Land Use Map F Existing General Plan Land Use Map: Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan G Amendments to the Granada Hills Equinekeeping K District H I Amendments to the Granada Hiiis Specific Plan Proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District, Additional Plan Map Symbol, Footnote, Land Use Designations and Corresponding Zones K Existing Long Range Land Use Diagram Framework Map L Proposed Long Range Land Use Diagram Framework Map M Draft Environmental Impact Report and Technical Appendices (included on CD)

13 CPC CPU A-1 PROPOSED PLAN ANALYSIS Proposed Plan Summary The proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan (Proposed Plan) includes changes in land use designations and zones that are intended to achieve the following: Maintain a conservative growth plan Preserve hillside, foothill, and open space areas Preserve small town character Preserve equinekeeping and rural aesthetics of the northern area Enhance existing multiple-family neighborhoods and commercial areas Incorporate goals and policies for sustainability The Proposed Plan includes changes in land use designations and zones that are intended to maintain and preserve the overall small town, suburban, and semi-rural character of the area. The Proposed Plan promotes a conservative growth plan which would preserve existing residential and equinekeeping neighborhoods and enhance existing multiple-family and commercial areas with improved design and landscaping. Proposed land use and zone changes would direct growth away from existing single-family residential, equinekeeping, and lower density neighborhoods to commercial centers and multiple-family residential neighborhoods. A key goal of the Proposed Plan is to establish lively and walkable commercial areas, especially around the downtown core area of Chatsworth Street, while retaining positive elements of Granada Hills-Knoilwood s distinct small town character. The Proposed Plan contains policies and programs to protect the character of low-scale residential neighborhoods, to preserve and enhance the positive characteristics of existing land uses, and to direct projected growth, if and when it occurs, to areas better served by public transit and community-serving uses. The policies included in the Proposed Plan emphasize the importance of planning for sustainability; improved mobility; preservation of open space and trails; and improved design. There are also policies for improving the function, design and vitality of distinct commercial areas that provide jobs and amenities. Proposed land use changes would be implemented by Plan amendments, zone changes, height district changes, and other long-range implementation programs. These include amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundary, clarify language, and provide more detailed design guidance through the Design Guidelines and Preferred Plants List. Additionally, the Proposed Plan includes amendments to the existing Equinekeeping K District, adjusting its boundary slightly to align with streets on the eastern border of the District, and incorporating standards for lot configuration and trail development that help ensure equinekeeping is feasible now and in the future. The Proposed Plan also includes the establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District (Exhibit I), which proportionally limits the size of singlefamily dwellings, to preserve the character of this neighborhood. Generally, land use changes are primarily focused on maintaining and preserving the semi-rural and small town character of the community. The Proposed Plan would generally maintain the current land use pattern and housing density. There are specific parcels and areas proposed for changes in land use designations and zoning to correct inconsistencies. In general, the proposed plan and implementing ordinances do not introduce major changes to land use in the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan area.

14 CPC CPU A-2 Background The Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan is a part of the City s General Plan. Together, the 35 Community Plans of the City of Los Angeles comprise the Land Use Element of the General Plan, a required element. Community Plans provide a long-term vision for the diverse geographies of the City. The Department of City Planning (DCP) initiates updates to Community Plans to address changing land uses and emerging concerns. The first Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan was adopted in 1974, and was most recently updated in Together with several other Community Plans citywide, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan update was initiated in 2006 as part of the Department s New Community Plan (NCP) Program. Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Text The Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Text is the policy document that intends to guide future discretionary decision-making, City initiatives, and the prioritization of public resources and investment through 2030, the horizon year of the plan. The Plan Text is comprised of six chapters that include the following: Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Area Chapter 2 - Background on historic land use and development in the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan area. Chapter 3 - Land Use and Urban Design, which expresses the community s vision for the future including specific goals and policies that address the range of land uses in the community. Chapter 4 - Mobility, which defines goals and policies for the community s circulation system, focusing on enhancing mobility and access to all system users. Community Planlevel maps, charts, and figures. Chapter 5 - Community Services and Facilities, which describes key public services and infrastructure, including police, fire and emergency services, libraries, and parks. Chapter 6 - Implementation, which describes the process for implementing the Plan s policies through a variety of implementation programs related to Land Use, Mobility, and Community Facilities and Infrastructure. Additionally, each chapter contains the necessary community plan-level maps, charts and figures. Urban design guidelines that function in concert with the Citywide Design Guidelines adopted in 2011 are also included.

15 CPC CPU A-3 Land Use Diagram The Community Plan also includes a Land Use Diagram, which is a map identifying General Plan Land Use Designations for all property within the community. The map has three primary categories of land uses (Residential, Commercial, and Industrial), in addition to Open Space and Public Facility designations. The map further identifies general intensities and densities through gradients of these designations, such as Minimum, Very Low I, and Very Low II Residential, etc. Each designation includes a range of corresponding zones that may be used in that area. For example, the Very Low I Residential land use designation permits the RE20 and RA single-family residential zone, while use of the RD2 multiple family residential zone (a higher density zone) is not permitted in the Very Low I Residential designation. In this manner, the Community Plan provides the overall framework for zoning in Granada Hills-Knollwood. The Proposed Plan includes a significant change to the Land Use Diagram. Within the Residential category, the current Low designation (which permits RE9, RS, R1, and RD6) as corresponding zones) would be split into three land use designations, Low I (limited to RE9 and RS), Low II (limited to R1), and Low III (limited to RD6), in order to limit (narrow) the type of development allowed within each category. This change would ensure that if and when new subdivisions occur, they would maintain the general neighborhood character with regards to lot size and yard setbacks. It would also reduce the potential number of dwelling units the Proposed Plan could accommodate, generally maintaining the existing land use pattern and housing density. Proposed Land Use and Zone Changes and Technical Corrections In addition to the Plan Text and Land Use Diagram, the Proposed Plan includes several recommended immediate actions that implement many of the goals and policies in the Plan Text, such as General Plan amendments and zone changes. The proposed General Plan amendments and zone changes are shown geographically in Exhibit C as subareas." Exhibit C includes proposed changes, including nomenclature changes and corrections to correct inconsistencies in land use designation and zoning. Each subarea is listed in the change matrices by number, followed by existing and proposed plan land use and zoning information as shown in Exhibit D. Each parcel also contains specific zoning designations that further detail the requirements and standards of development on each parcel. The Proposed Plan includes changes to Plan symbols, footnotes, and land use designations and corresponding zones, as detailed in Exhibit J. In this manner, the detailed changes the Proposed Plan makes to existing zoning, land use, and Framework Element map designations are all outlined in detail, Implementation Granada Hills Equinekeeping K District The Granada Hills Equinekeeping K District was established in 1978 in an effort to establish reasonable and uniform limitations, safeguards and controls for the keeping and maintenance of equines within an area of approximately 1,542 acres, established by Ordinance 151,602, generally located north of Rinaldi Street, west of Shoshone Avenue and East of the Community Plan boundary. General conditions include: distance requirements between equine enclosure and habitable rooms, placement of animal keeping structures, and the number of equines allowed per lot area.

16 CPC CPU A-4 The proposed amendments to the Equinekeeping K" District include slight adjustments to the existing boundary to remove non-k lots located on the eastern edge of the District, as well as the addition of new development conditions to be imposed as part of discretionary actions including but not limited to, approvals for division of land. This would include requiring new subdivisons to be a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet, restricting permanent structures within a required level 2,000 square-foot pad area set aside specifically for equinekeeping, providing access paths from the public right-of-way to the interior of equinekeeping lots, and also requiring development and improvement of trails adjacent to subject lots seeking discretionary review, as shown on the Trail Systems Map in the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan text. Generally, the proposed amendments are intended to ensure that the keeping of horses is feasible now and in the future. Granada Hills Specific Plan The Granada Hills Specific Plan was established in 1992, by Ordinance 167,555 and has previously been amended twice. The Specific Plan s purpose is to promote orderly, attractive and harmonious development, create uniformity of roof and fagade treatments for commercial uses, create a vibrant and pedestrian-oriented environment along Chatsworth Street, promote sufficient parking, and provide a design review board for review of structure design to help ensure the purposes of the Specific Plan are achieved. Generally, the proposed amendments are intended to provide greater clarification, improved design guidance, greater focus on design for pedestrian friendliness, the streamlining of case processing time and elimination of fees for review of signage that conforms with the Plan s regulations. The amendments will help make Granada Hills more pedestrian-friendly by adding requirements that reduce building setbacks along the sidewalk in commercial areas and more abundant landscaping into project design. Proposed boundary amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan include the removal of a commercial area west of Lindley Avenue, to align the boundary with the key commercial areas adjacent to the downtown Chatsworth Street area, and the addition of three new areas to be incorporated into the boundaries of the Specific Plan area, as shown in Exhibit H: 1) the commercial area on Balboa Boulevard, west of Knollwood Drive, to improve design in this commercial center, which is adjacent to single-family residential areas, 2) the northwest corner of Devonshire Street and Hayvenhurst Avenue, which has been rezoned to commercial in an area surrounded by single-family residential uses, and 3) the multiple-family residential areas along Los Alimos and Kingsbury Streets between Zelzah Avenue and Encino Avenue, to improve design and pedestrian-friendliness in the multiple-family residential area adjacent to Granada Hills key pedestrian street. Additionally, the proposed amendments include allowing administrative clearance for signage that complies with the Specific Plan, thereby reducing processing time and fees for applicants. The amendments also clarify language throughout the Specific Plan, including provisions on the square footage of signage allowed, the addition of further detail in the Design Guidelines, and lists of Preferred and Non-Preferred Plants.

17 CPC ' CPU A-5 Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District The proposed Old Granada Hills RFA District is bounded by San Fernando Mission Boulevard on the north, San Jose Avenue on the south, Zelzah Avenue on the west, and Amestoy Avenue on the east. The RFA was initiated to provide permanent regulations to implement a temporary Interim Control Ordinance (ICO) established in 2005, which expired in The ICO was enacted in response to concerns about increased mansionization" of this lower-scale residential neighborhood. Generally, the ICO prohibited the creation of lots smaller than 9,000 square feet, limited the floor area to 2,700 square feet for 9,000 square foot lots, and limited height to 28 feet. Simarily, the intent of the RFA regulations is to ensure that new residential construction, including additions to existing houses, reinforces the existing lower-scale, open, residential character of the area. In 2008, the City adopted the Baseline Mansionization Ordinance (BMO), establishing new citywide standards for single-family home size outside of the Hillside Area or Coastal Zone. Under the current BMO, a 9,000 square foot lot would be able to build a 4,050 square foot home (9,000 x 0.45), as shown below. In comparison, the average existing home in the Old Granada Hills" neighborhood is approximately 1,650 square feet on a typical 9,500 square foot lot. Lot Size (square feet) Baseline Mansionization Ordinance Floor Area Ratio (FAR*) Potential Home Size* (floor area in square feet) Less than 7, Max. 3,750 7,500 to 9, ,750 to 4,050 9,000 to 15, ,050 to 6,000 *FAR is the ratio of the square footage of the house divided by the square footage of the lot, ** Floor area does not include exemptions and bonus option The proposed RFA seeks to respond to the existing built conditions and neighborhood character of the Old Granada Hills neighborhood by limiting the size of single-family dwellings to be more restrictive than what is permitted by the BMO. It would create new residential floor area maximums to maintain existing neighborhood character through proportionately-sized dwellings in relation to lot size. Under the proposed RFA, new construction or additions to homes would be subject to the following floor area requirements, as shown below. For example, new homes on a typical 9,000 square foot lot would be limited to 2,250 square feet (9,000 x 0.25). An additional 20 percent of the maximum residential floor area would be allowed if homes incorporate targeted design features, including stepping back the front fagade or providing a detached garage located at the rear of the house. Similar to the BMO, exemptions for overheight entries, balconies, covered porches, and attached garages, up to 950 square feet, would not be included in the floor area calculation.

18 CPC CPU A-6 Lot Size (square feet) Proposed Residential Floor Area Ratio (FAR*) Potential Home Size (floor area in square feet) Home Size with 20% Bonus (square feet) Home Size with Exemptions! (up to 950 square feet not included in calculation) Less than 7, Max. 2,250 Max. 2,700 Max. 3,650 7,500 to 10, ,250 to 2,750 2,750 to 3,300 3,650 to 4,250 11,000 or greater 0.20 Min. 2,750 Min. 3,300 Min. 4,250 "FAR is the ratio of the square footage of the house divided by the square footage of the lot The proposed range of Floor Area Ratio (FAR) would be appropriate for the area and help ensure new development is compatible with the existing character with regards to scale. The average existing FAR for this neighborhood is approximately 0.19 compared to 0.45 allowed under the current BMO. In addition to the proposed RFA, zone and height district changes are recommended for the Old Granada Hills neighborhood in order to preserve the existing neighborhood character. Generally, larger properties would be rezoned from R1 to RE9 in order to limit future subdivisions and help retain neighborhood character with regards to lot size and yard setbacks (properties shown in white within the RFA boundary area below). Properties less than 7,500 square feet would retain their existing R1 zone (properties shown in gray within the boundary). A height district change is also recommended for all properties within the RFA in order to reduce the maximum building height from generally 33 feet to 30 feet, or two stories in height. ' V : 1L..TIT-" ~ ; :d p-iii-j-

19 CPC CPU A-7 Discussion of Key Community Themes Small Town Character Maintaining the smail town, semi-rural feel of the community is a long-standing theme in Granada Hiils-Knollwood. The Proposed Plan preserves the existing single-family, equestrianoriented and low-density neighborhoods by maintaining the larger lots in the lower-density land use designations, and maintaining small-scale commercial developments. This conservative Plan improves upon the existing plan by preserving existing low density residential and equestrian neighborhoods, while focusing multiple-family and low-scale commercial developments along the major corridors, which will both preserve the small-town atmosphere of the community. By splitting the Low Residential category into three, the Proposed Plan removes the potential to develop small lot subdivision/townhomes throughout most of the community, reducing the number of future subdivisions, thereby preserving low density. In general, the Proposed Plan would accommodate fewer residential units than the current Plan. General Plan Amendments include changing the land use designation to reinforce the existing character. The Proposed Plan more effectively implements the existing Plan footnotes through land use designation and zone changes. For example, existing two acre lot sizes in hillside areas north of Sesnon Boulevard have been preserved by changing Very Low 1 land use designations to Minimum, with zone changes from RA to A1 and A2; while areas south of Sesnon Boulevard and west of Shoshone and Highwater Roads retain one acre lots by preserving existing RE40 zones. In addition, existing larger RA and RE20 zoned lots currently in the Very Low I designation are being proposed to be rezoned to the more restrictive RE40 zone, with Minimum land use designation. In this manner, the future development potential in these hillside areas is reduced by the proposed plan. In the downtown Chatsworth Street area, the Proposed Plan limits commercial uses by changing the C2 zones to the more restrictive C1 zone and limits building heights to 30 feet through height district changes to preserve the small town character of the street. The Proposed Plan further preserves the small town, semi-rural character by directing future growth away from single-family and equinekeeping neighborhoods to specific locations near services and amenities, such as the existing multiple-family residential and commercial areas along Balboa Boulevard, Devonshire Street, Woodley Avenue, Zelzah Avenue, Chatsworth Street, and San Fernando Mission Boulevard. Preservation of Open Space and Foothill Areas The northern half of Granada Hills-Knollwood features a tremendous amount of open space, mostly designated and zoned as Open Space, While some of this land is comprised of large, privately-owned lots zoned for residential use that have not yet been developed, much of it consists of park land and trails. Some portions have other uses, such as a landfill and an active oil drilling district. The Proposed Plan preserves open space and increases the amount of mapped trails along the northern foothills of the plan area from 12 miles to over 16 miles. This Proposed Plan also preserves the low density of the existing large residential lots in the area and supports trail preservation, connection, and development through low density land use and zoning, as well as through policies, detailed design guidelines, and additional conditions through the Equinekeeping K District. The open space designation and zoning where the oil drilling district and the landfill are located are also maintained, in support of the oil drilling use and, in the case of the landfill, in support of

20 CPC CPU A-8 the eventual long-term planned use as recreational open space. This is consistent with the community's long-term vision for that site. Environmental Sustainability Granada Hills-Knollwood features significant open space, parks, and trails, as well as undeveloped, residentially-zoned land. Limiting urban water runoff resulting from paved surfaces and fire hazards are of particular interest in this community. The Proposed Plan includes policies and design guidelines, in addition to existing Citywide ordinances, which help implement more environmentally-friendly building practices such as installing permeable surfaces and planting fire resistant landscapes. Encouraging green and environmentally sound residential, commercial and recreational developments through the Proposed Plan s policies and design guidelines, with special attention given to issues of urban runoff, water and energy conservation, water reclamation, materials recycling, green building practices, and public transit alternatives will help better ensure the protection of the environment for a sustainable future. Create Distinct and Vibrant Commercial Areas Granada Hills-Knollwood strives for sustainable economic growth that will support and ensure the vitality of existing neighborhoods and commercial areas. Community needs for commercial amenities and services are best met through a combination of chain, and small, local scale businesses, to provide amenity and variety. The Plan also seeks to preserve existing commercial corridors, while retaining existing locally-owned businesses. The Proposed Plan identifies Community Commercial and Neighborhood Districts, as defined by the Framework Element of the General Plan. These Centers guide the scale and intensity of development and their relationship to the surrounding communities. The Proposed Plan also maintains a range of commercial land use designations and zones to promote variety in lot and building sizes, all within the smaller-scale range that is appropriate for the small-town character of Granada Hills-Knollwood. The design guidelines address the appearance and pedestrianfriendliness of the commercial area, while the Granada Hills Specific Plan and accompanying design guidelines improve building massing, architectural style, pedestrian orientation, and direct uses to appropriate areas in order to support a desirable and lively economic environment. The Community Plan aims to create distinctive neighborhoods, districts, centers and boulevards that provide visual diversity, varying intensities of residential and commercial activity, plentiful opportunities for social interaction, and which respect desirable community character and context. The Proposed Plan s policies, zoning, and design guidelines maximize accessibility to amenities, and provide transition in scale and height to lower-density neighborhoods. Enhance Existing Multiple-Family Neighborhoods and Commercial Areas The Granada Hills Specific Plan helps to ensure that commercial and multiple-family areas complement the surrounding neighborhood in design and use, preserving neighborhood character, while enhancing developments through improved design. Amendments to the Specific Plan provide further clarification, where needed; with more detailed design guidelines and preferred and non-preferred plants lists; and more clarified and tailored regulations to encourage the appropriate character and scale for each area. Chatsworth Street, the traditional downtown area, is further supported as a pedestrian-oriented street through regulations for reduced building setbacks along the sidewalk and more landscaping, in addition to the improved design guidelines.

21 CPC CPU A-9 Environmental Analysis The City of Los Angeles Planning Department prepared an Initial Study in March 2008, and determined an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was necessary to analyze the potential environmental effects of the Proposed Plan. The Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the draft EIR (the Draft EIR ) was circulated for a 30-day period beginning on February 13 and ending on March 14, A scoping meeting was held on March 5, 2008 to collect input on environmental issues from interested parties for consideration in analysis of the Proposed Plan. This meeting was attended by approximately 25 people. An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) has been prepared to fully analyze the impact of the plan, develop feasible mitigations, identify significant impacts, and creates a mitigation monitoring plan. As a programmatic EIR, this environmental clearance is not at the project level, and all future discretionary development projects shall require project-level environmental clearance. A full analysis of the environmental setting, plan impacts, mitigations, and unavoidable significant impacts are contained in the Draft EIR. An analysis of vehicular traffic impacts and corresponding mitigations as part of the Transportation Improvement and Mitigation Program are included in Appendix F of the Draft EIR. On October 11, 2012, the City released the Draft EIR (Exhibit M) for public comment. The comment period was 45 calendar days and ended on November 26, The comment period was extended on November 13, 2012 for an additional 15 days and ended on December 11, Section of the CEGA Guidelines require the lead agency (DCP) to evaluate comments on environmental issues received from public agencies and interested parties who review the Draft EIR and provide written responses. Throughout the environmental phase of the plan development, the lead agency received written comments on the Draft EIR from public agencies, groups, and individuals. Responses to ail comments received during the comment period will be included in the Final EIR. The Final EIR is currently being prepared and will be considered by City Council Prior to adoption. Clarifications, Corrections, and Recommended Revisions In response to public testimony and additional staff analysis, a number of corrections, clarifications, and recommended revisions are included in this report involving specific subareas of proposed change. As detailed below and through the corresponding exhibits, the recommended revisions involving specific areas of the Proposed Plan are put forth. Where corrections are necessary, they have been incorporated. Community Plan Text Changes An updated version of the Plan Text, dated May 2013, has been included as Exhibit B. The updated Plan text includes the full associated Chapter 6 - Implementation, as well as the following: Corrections and Clarifications General technical errors throughout the Plan Text, including figures.

22 CPC CPU A-10 Recommended Revisions to Figures In response to the comments received, several figures in Chapters 3 and 4 are recommended for revision, including the Trail System map, Figure 4-4 in the Plan to correct trail alignments. Refer to the Plan text, Exhibit B, for the revised figures. Granada Hills Specific Plan An updated version of the proposed Specific Plan has been included as Exhibit H. Recommended Revisions to Specific Plan Boundaries In response to requests to remove the area west of Lindley Avenue and add the northwest corner of Devonshire Street and Hayvenhurst Avenue to the Specific Plan area, Staff has further analyzed the subject areas and has proposed that Specific Plan boundary be revised. Refer to Exhibit H for the recommended revised boundary. Clarifications and Corrections to Specific Plan In response to requests to clarify language in the Specific Plan, including language on allowed signage square footage, Staff has recommended the text be revised. Residential Floor Area Ratio (RFA) District, The proposed RFA includes slight boundary adjustments to remove commercial parcels that were also located within the Granada Hills Specific Plan. Clarifications and Corrections Changes have been made to the Proposed Land Use and Zone Change Matrix (Exhibit D) to reflect recommended land use and zone changes shown in the proposed RFA ordinance, as presented at the Public Hearing in February 2013.

23 CPC CPU A-11 Land Use Changes by Location The Department of City Planning follows the goal of presenting a recommendation on land use designations and zone changes that meets the projections for housing and employment for Granada Hills-Knollwood in the year 2030, based on the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) forecasts. This is fully analyzed and the methodology is explained in the Proposed Plan s EIR. With the revisions recommended in this report, the reasonable expected housing capacity in Granada Hills-Knollwood decreases by approximately 280 dwelling units, from 23,801 to 23,521. The reasonable expected housing capacity of 23,521 units, as now recommended, still accommodates SCAG Forecast. The existing 1996 Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan has a reasonable expected housing capacity of 25,353 dwelling units. Tables 2-1 (Population, Housing, and Employment Projections and Capacity for Granada Hills-Knollwood) and 3-1 (General Plan Land Use) in the proposed Community Plan text have been revised to reflect the recommended changes. The majority of the recommended revisions involve integrating zoning and height district changes shown in the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District ordinance, modifications of the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries, and the clarification of Subarea Revision #1 - Subarea 10 fdelete) Location: San Fernando Road and Sepulveda Boulevard Summary: After further analyzing the land use and zone changes proposed for Subarea 10, Staff is now recommending the retention of the existing mobile home park and open space in this area. Staff has recommended to remove this subarea from the Proposed Land Use and Zone Change Matrix (Exhibit D). Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning 10 Open Space A1-1, RMP-1 Revised Staff Recommendation: proposed. Preliminary Recommendation Limited Industrial M1-1 Delete Subarea 10 from Revised Recommendation Delete Subarea 10 No changes being proposed change matrix, no changes

24 CPC CPU A-12 Revisions #2-15: Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District Revision #2 - Subarea 1100 (Modified) Location: South of San Fernando Mission Boulevard, west of Shoshone Avenue, north of Tulsa Street, east of Zelzah Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1100 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance presented at the Public Hearing, The Department has recommended splitting Subarea 1100 into two: Subarea 1100 and Subarea Existing Preliminary Land Use Recommendation Designation/ Zoning Modified Low Low II 1100 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA Revised Recommendation Low l RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1100 boundaries and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA.

25 CPC CPU A-13 Revision #3 - Subarea 1101 {New) Location: East and West sides of White Oak Avenue between San Fernando Mission Boulevard to Los Alimos Avenue Summary: Due to recommended revisions for Subarea 1100, the Department of City Planning has recommended the addition of Subarea 1101 in order to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area, as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning New Low 1101 RM Preliminary Recommendation Low II R1-1XL-RFA Revised Recommendation Low II R1-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Add new Subarea 1101 to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area. Revision #4 - Subarea 1110 fmodified) Location: South of Tulsa Street, east of Zelzah Avenue, north of Los Alimos, west of Shoshone Avenue Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1110 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance presented at the Public Hearing. Portions of the original Subarea 1110 have been incorporated into Subareas 1101 along White Oak Avenue. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Designation/ Recommendation Recommendation Zoning Modified Low Low II Low I 1110 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1110 boundaries and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA.

26 CPC CPU A-14 Revision #5 - Subarea 1140 Location: East of Shoshone Avenue, south of San Fernando Mission Boulevard, west of Louise Avenue and north of Tulsa Avenue Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1140 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Recommendation Recommendation Designation/ Zoning 1140 Low Low II Low I R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA. Revision #6 - Subarea 1150 Location: East of Shoshone Avenue, south of Tulsa Avenue, west of Louise Avenue, north of Los Alimos Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1150 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Recommendation Recommendation Designation/ Zoning 1150 Low Low I! Low I R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA.

27 CPC CPU A-15 Revision #7 - Subarea 1160 Location: South of Los Alimos, east of Encino, west of Andasol Avenue, north of Chatsworth Street Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1160 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Recommendation Recommendation Designation/ Zoning 1160 Low Medium I Low II Low I R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation; Change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA. Revision #8 - Subarea 1200 (Modified) Location: East of Louise, south of Tulsa, east of Amestoy and Aldea, and north of Los Alimos and Tribune Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1200 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. The Department has recommended splitting Subarea 1200 into two: Subarea 1200 and Subarea Existing Preliminary Land Use Recommendation Designation/ Zoning Modified Low Low II 1200 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA Revised Recommendation Low I RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1200 boundaries and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA.

28 CPC CPU A-16 Revision #9 - Subarea 1201 (New) Location: East side of Louise Avenue between Tulsa Street and Chatsworth Street Summary: Due to recommended revisions for Subarea 1200, the Department of City Planning has recommended the addition of Subarea 1201 in order to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area, as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea 1201 incorporates a portion of the original Subarea Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning Preliminary Recommendation Revised Recommendation New Low Low il Low II 1201 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA R1-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Add new Subarea 1201 to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low It and R1-1XL-RFA for this area. Revision #10 - Subarea 1210 (Modified) Location: South side of Los Alimos between Andasol and Amestoy Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1210 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. A portion of the original Subarea 1210 was incorporated into Subarea Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Designation/ Recommendation Recommendation Zoning Modified Low Low El Low I 1210 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1210 boundaries and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA.

29 CPC CPU A-17 Revision #11 - Subarea 1620 Location: North side of Kingsbury between Encino and Andasol Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has modified the recommendations in Subarea 1620 to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning 1620 Low Medium I R1-1 Preliminary Recommendation Low II R1-1 Revised Recommendation Low I RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA. Revision #12- Subarea 1720 (Modified) Location: South of Kingsbury Street, west of Aidea Avenue, north of San Jose Street, and east of Andasol Avenue Summary: The Department of City Planning has recommended modifying Subarea 1720 in order to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area, as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. The Department has recommended splitting Subarea 1720 into two: Subarea 1720 and Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Designation/ Recommendation Recommendation Zoning Modified Low Low II Low II 1720 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA R1-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1720 to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area.

30 CPC CPU A-18 Revision #13- Subarea 1721 (New) Location: North side of Kingsbury Street between Aldea Avenue and Andasol Avenue Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has recommended the addition of Subarea 1721 in order to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised : Land Use Designation/ Recommendation Recommendation Zoning New Low Low II Low I 1721 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Add Subarea 1721 and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA. Revision #14- Subarea 1770 (Modified)... Location: East of Aldea, south of Kingsbury Street, north of San Jose Street, west of Amestoy Avenue Summary: The Department of City Planning has recommended modifying Subarea 1770 in order to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area, as shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. The Department has recommended splitting Subarea 1770 into two: Subarea 1770 and Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Recommendation Recommendation Designation/ Zoning Modified Low Low II Low II 1770 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA R1-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Modify Subarea 1720 to retain the preliminary recommendation of Low II and R1-1XL-RFA for this area.

31 CPC CPU A-19 Revision #15- Subarea 1771 (New) Location: North side of Kingsbury Street, between Aldea Avenue and Amestoy Avenue Summary: Based upon community input to preserve larger lot sizes in this area, the Department of City Planning has recommended the addition of Subarea 1771 in order to reflect proposed zoning and height district changes shown in the proposed Residential Floor Area (RFA) ordinance. Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning Preliminary Recommendation Revised Recommendation New Low Low II 1771 R1-1 R1-1XL-RFA Low I RE9-1XL-RFA Revised Staff Recommendation: Add Subarea 1771 and change Land Use, Zone, and Height District to Low I and RE9-1XL-RFA. Revisions #16-17: Granada Hills Specific Plan Areas 1 Tribune Sf i i Itar illy : LindleyAve $of mm Chatsworth St

32 CPC CPU A-20 Revision #16 - Subarea 1515 Location: Southwest corner of Tribune Street and Lindley Avenue Summary: The Department of City Planning has recommended to remove Subarea 1515 from the proposed Granada Hills Specific Plan in order to align the Specific Plan boundary with the key commercial areas adjacent to the downtown Chatsworth Street area. All other preliminary land use/zone recommendations remain. Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning 1515 Community Commercial (Q)C2-1VL & (Q)P-1VL Preliminary Recommendation Community Commercial C2-1VL Revised Recommendation Community Commercial C2-1VL Revised Staff Recommendation: Remove Subarea 1515 from the Granada Hills Specific Plan and change zone for entire the site to C2-1VL. Revision #17- Subarea 1516 fnewl Location: Northwest comer of Chatsworth Street and Lindley Avenue Summary: The Department of City Planning has recommended to remove this area from the Granada Hills Specific Plan in order to align the Specific Plan boundary with the key commercial areas adjacent to the downtown Chatsworth Street area. No other changes proposed. Subarea Existing Preliminary Revised Land Use Designation/ Recommendation Recommendation Zoning New Community Commercial None Remove this Subarea 1516 C2-1VL & P-1VL from the Specific Plan Revised Staff Recommendation: Add Subarea 1516 in order to remove this area from the Granada Hills Specific Plan boundaries, no other changes are being proposed.

33 CPC CPU A-21 Revision #18: Clarifications of Subarea 1300 Revision #18- Subarea 1300A-T (Modified) Location: Throughout the Community Plan Area (see figure below) Summary: After further analyzing the zone changes proposed for Subarea 1300, Staff is now recommending the retention of the existing lower-density zoning in these areas to better protect existing patterns and scale of development in these areas. Staff has recommended splitting the original subarea 1300 into the new Subareas 1300A through 1300T. Subarea Existing Land Use Designation/ Zoning Preliminary Recommendation Revised Recommendation! Oriainal Low Residential Low I Low I 1300 A1-1, A2-1, RA-1 RS-1 Retain existing zone Revised 1300A A1-1 Same as above Low I/A B A1-1 Same as above Low I/A C RA-1 Same as above Low l/ra D A2-1 Same as above Low I/A E A2-1 Same as above Low I/A2-1

34 CPC CPU A F A2-1 Same as above Low I/A G A2-1 Same as above Low I/A H A2-1 Same as above Low 1/A A2-1 Same as above Low I/A J A2-1 Same as above Low I/A K A2-1 Same as above Low I/A L A2-1 Same as above Low I/A M A2-1 Same as above Low I/A N A2-1 Same as above Low I/A A2-1 Same as above Low I/A P A2-1 Same as above Low I/A Q A2-1 Same as above Low I/A R RA-1 Same as above Low l/ra S A2-1 Same as above Low I/A T A2-1 Same as above Low I/A2-1 Revised Staff Recommendation: Retain existing zoning and re-designate to Low I residential to better preserve existing scale and patterns of development. Split Subarea 1300 into the new Subareas 1300A through 1300T.

35 F-1 FINDINGS General Plan/Charter Findings 1. Community Plan Area (CPA) - The Granada Hiils-Knollwood CPA is generally bounded by the County of Los Angeles on the north, Devonshire and Lassen Streets on the south, and the Golden State Freeway (I-5) and San Diego Freeway (I-405) on the east. The Sylmar Community Plan area is adjacent to the Granada Hills-Knoliwood Community Plan area located east of I-405 and I Charter Section That in accordance with Charter Section 556, the proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan and proposed zone change ordinances (Proposed Plan) are in substantial conformance with the purposes, intent, and provisions of the General Plan. The Proposed Plan is consistent with and helps to further accomplish goals, objectives, and policies contained in portions of the General Plan, including the Citywide General Plan Framework Element, as outlined below. The General Plan Framework establishes the standards, goals, policies, objectives, programs, terms, definitions, and direction to guide the update of citywide elements and the community plans. Community plans apply the growth and development policies defined in the Framework Element and the other citywide elements as they relate to a smaller geographic area. Distribution of Land Use Specifically, with respect to land use, the General Plan Framework states the following: Objective 3.1: Accommodate a diversity of uses that support the needs of the City s existing and future residents, businesses, and visitors. Policy Identify areas on the Long-Range Land Use Diagram and in the community plans sufficient for the development of a diversity of uses that serve the needs of existing and future residents (housing, employment, retail, entertainment, cultural/institutional, educational, health, services, recreation, and similar uses), provide job opportunities and support visitors and tourism. Objective 3.2: Provide for the spatial distribution of development that promotes an improved quality of life by facilitation a reduction of vehicular trips, vehicle miles traveled, and air pollution. Policy Provide for the development of land use patterns that emphasize pedestrian/bicycle access and use in appropriate locations. Policy Provide for the siting and design of new development that maintains the prevailing scale and character of the City's stable residential neighborhoods and enhance the character of commercial and industrial districts. The plan update and zone change ordinances provide for a variety of different land uses to meet the diverse needs of the community, including housing for a projected increase in population, and commercial and industrial businesses that contribute to the economy of the community as well as the Los Angeles region. The Southern California Association of

36 F-2 Governments (SCAG) projects an increase in population, employment, and housing in Granada Hills-Knollwood through the year The Proposed Plan includes a recommended pattern of land use that directs future growth to areas of Granada Hills- Knollwood where new development can be supported by transportation infrastructure and different types of land uses can be mixed to reduce the length and number of vehicle trips. Multiple-family housing located near commercial centers and transportation would give residents and visitors mobility choices that would enable reduction in the number and length of vehicle trips thus reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with local trip generation, in accordance with recent legislation (Senate Bill 375). By making a strong connection between transportation and land use planning, the proposed plan promotes several principles that are key to creating livable communities, including: improved mobility options for residents, employees, and visitors; increased access to a wide range of uses; and expanded opportunity for location-efficient housing in the city. Population and Employment Growth Specifically, with respect to population and employment growth, the General Plan Framework states: Objective 3.3: Accommodate projected population and employment growth within the City and each community plan area and plan for the provision of adequate supporting transportation and utility infrastructure and public services. Policy 3.3.1: Accommodate projected population and employment growth in accordance with the Long-Range Land Use Diagram and forecasts in Table 2-2 (see Chapter 2: Growth and Capacity), using these in the formulation of the community plans and as the basis for the planning for and implementation of infrastructure improvements and public services. Consistent with the above objective and policies contained in the General Plan Framework (as well as SCAG s recently adopted Sustainable Communities Strategy), the Proposed Plan accommodates projected population and employment growth within the Community Plan area and includes policies and programs aimed at providing adequate supporting transportation and utility infrastructure and public services. The Proposed Plan is estimated to reasonably accommodate approximately 65,389 people, providing enough capacity to meet the SCAG 2030 forecast of 65,293 people. The Proposed Plan, as revised, has reasonable expected capacity for 20,180 jobs, close to the SCAG forecast of 19,976 jobs within the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan area in the year The Framework includes a 2010 proposed plan forecast of approximately 61,630 people and employment of 21,010 within the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Area. The Framework forecasts are best estimates as of the adoption of the Framework in 1996 and 2001, and as implementation of the Framework proceeds, the population forecasts may be revised based upon specific land use actions adopted through the community plan update process." Consistent with the Framework strategy, the Proposed Plan accommodates projected growth that reflects revised forecasts from SCAG and the community plan update process. In addition, the Proposed Plan meets the requirements of the Sustainable Communities Strategy adopted by SCAG as part of the latest update to the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) in accordance with Assembly Bill 32, the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, and Senate Bill 375. These legislative acts require that California cities lay out a vision for regional growth that considers the relationship of land use to transportation in reducing

37 F-3 vehicle trips to achieve greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. Since SCAG anticipates this modest level of growth in Granada Hills-Knollwood, along with other communities in the City, the Proposed Plan s increase in capacity are growth-accommodating rather than growth inducing, consistent with the policies in the General Plan Framework. Most of the increased capacity for the Proposed Plan is in the areas surrounding the Commercial and Neighborhood Centers and within existing multiple family residential neighborhoods. The Proposed Plan accommodates employment growth in commercial centers and along commercial corridors, consistent with Framework policies on economic development. The Proposed Plan also accommodates mixed-use development in commercial zones, alleviating pressure to up-zone residential areas and helping to preserve existing affordable housing and maintain existing neighborhood character. Increasing capacity outside of residential areas in commercial zones helps make it possible to conserve housing in many existing residential neighborhoods at the existing density and scale. The Framework is intended to offer a strategy for long-term growth which sets a citywide context to guide the update of the community plan and citywide elements.1' The Framework is not intended to cause population or employment growth to occur but, rather, to accommodate changes in population and employment that may occur in the future. The Proposed Plan is consistent with this framework for growth in that it concentrates future growth, should it occur as forecast, around commercial centers and corridors while limiting development in surrounding low-density neighborhoods. Existing Residential Neighborhoods Specifically, with respect to existing residential neighborhoods, the General Plan Framework states the following: Policy 3.4,1: Conserve existing stable residential neighborhoods and lower-intensity commercial districts and encourage the majority of new commercial and mixed-use (integrated commercial and residential) development to be located (a) in a network of neighborhood districts, community, regional, and downtown centers, (b) in proximity to rail and bus transit stations and corridors, and (c) along the City s major boulevards, referred to as districts, centers, and mixed-use boulevards, in accordance with the Framework Long-Range Land Use Diagram. Objective 3.5: Ensure that the character and scale of stable single-family residential neighborhoods is maintained, allowing for infill development provided that it is compatible with and maintains the scale and character of existing development. Policy Require that new development in single-family neighborhoods maintains its predominant and distinguishing characteristics such as property setbacks and building scale Policy Promote the maintenance of existing single-family neighborhoods and support programs for the renovation and rehabilitation of deteriorated and aging housing units. Policy Require new development in special use neighborhoods such as wateroriented, rural/agricultural and equestrian communities to maintain their predominant and distinguishing characteristics.

38 F-4 Policy Promote the maintenance and support of special use neighborhoods to encourage a wide variety of these and unique assets within the City. The Proposed Plan retains existing land use designations and zoning for single-family and equinekeeping neighborhoods to protect the scale and character of these areas and limit incompatible uses. The Proposed Plan focuses new commercial and multiple-family development away from these single-family and equestrian neighborhoods into identified centers and districts with access to public transportation and services. In addition to recommended land use, zoning and height district changes, the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District limits the size of single-family homes within this area to help maintain neighborhood character. The average single-family house in the Old Granada Hills neighborhood is approximately 1,650 square feet on a 9,500 square foot lot, many of which are also single-story. While the current Baseline Mansionization Ordinance (BMO) regulations would allow for new homes to be constructed at a scale of 45 percent of the lot area on 9,000 square foot lots, this is already more than double the average for the area, which is currently at an aproximate 0.19 Floor Area Ratio (FAR). The proposed RFA District with a FAR of 0.30 for lots under 7,500 square feet, 0.25 for lots between 7,500 and 11,000 square feet, and 0.20 for lots 11,000 square feet or greater, better represents the character of the neighborhood, and would establish development standards to preserve the scale of these stable single-family homes. Additionally, amendments to the Equinekeeping K District include additional conditions for new subdivisions, which require minimum lot sizes and lot features for equinekeeping, as well as trail development to help maintain the unique characteristics of the equestrian neighborhoods and the semi-rural lifestyle and character of the area. Pedestrian-Oriented Districts Specifically, with respect to Districts, the General Plan Framework states the following: Goal 3D: Pedestrian-oriented districts that provide local identity, commercial activity, and support Los Angeles neighborhoods. Objective 3.8: Reinforce existing and establish new neighborhood districts which accommodate a broad range of uses that serve the needs of adjacent residents, promote neighborhood activity, are compatible with adjacent neighborhoods, and are developed as desirable places to work and visit. Goal 3E: Pedestrian-oriented, high activity, multi- and mixed-use centers that support and provide for Los Angeles communities. Objective 3.9: Reinforce existing and encourage new community centers, which accommodate a broad range of uses that serve the needs of adjacent residents, promote neighborhood and community activity, are compatible with adjacent neighborhoods, and are developed to be desirable places in which to live, work and visit, both in daytime and nighttime. Policy : Design and site new development to promote pedestrian activity and provide adequate transitions with adjacent residential uses.

39 F-5 Policy : Provide for the development of public streetscape improvements, where appropriate. Goal 3L: Districts that promote pedestrian activity and provide a quality experience for the City s residents. Objective 3.16: Accommodate land uses, locate and design buildings, and implement streetscape amenities that enhance pedestrian activity. Policy Encourage the retention of existing and development of new commercial uses that primarily are oriented to the residents of adjacent neighborhoods and promote the inclusion of community services (e.g., childcare and community meeting rooms. Policy : Design and site new development to promote pedestrian activity and provide adequate transitions with adjacent residential uses. Making Granada Hills-Knolfwood s streets more waikabie is an important goal of the Proposed Plan. Appropriate design and orientation of ground floor uses, and provisions for landscaping, street trees and furniture are all addressed in the Proposed Plan. The design and orientation of buildings adjacent to sidewalks can either encourage or discourage pedestrian activity and the Proposed Plan addresses this important element of creating waikabie environments by including design standards for application throughout the Community Plan Area by way of the Design Guidelines and through the Granada Hills Specific Plan. The Proposed Plan recognizes Chatsworth Street's downtown core area as a Neighborhood District in the Plan. The Proposed Plan includes this Neighborhood District to encourage pedestrian-oriented development that serves the surrounding residents and community, consistent with the Framework. The Proposed Plan includes policies to preserve the smalltown orientation of this district while enhancing pedestrian and aesthetic appeal, and maintaining its function as providing important neighborhood-serving uses. In addition, the Proposed Plan includes regulations through the Specific Plan to address design and uses that are incompatible with neighborhood districts. The existing Framework, Exhibit K, identifies three Community Centers, two Neighborhood Districts, and two Mixed Use Boulevards. As shown in Exhibit L, the Proposed Pian includes all but one of the same geographical areas as centers, although one Community Center has been revised as a Neighborhood District, one Mixed Use Boulevard has been removed while the other has been revised as a Neighborhood District. These changes are consistent with the Framework, which allows for adjustments with adoption of new community plans, and it supports a broad range of uses appropriate to each center that maintain neighborhood scale and character, serve residents, and reduce trips, and promote pedestrian orientation.

40 F-6 Historic Resources Specifically, with respect to historic resources, the General Plan Framework states the following: Objective 3.17: Maintain significant histone and architectural districts while allowing for the development of economically viable uses. The Proposed Plan contains goals and policies that aim to preserve historic resources that protect the built legacy, ensuring continuity and the retention of the community s collective memory. The vision of the Proposed Plan is to preserve the areas of agricultural and equestrian heritage and its built environment, and ensure the area s significant historic resources are preserved and protected. Granada Hills-Knollwood features the Balboa Highlands Historic Preservation Overlay Zone (HPOZ), which is the first post-world War II neighborhood with a historic designation in the north San Fernando Valley, with houses that represent an outstanding example of Mid Century modern residential architecture. Constructed from by developer Joseph Eichler, this tract is one of only three Eichler tracts in Southern California and the only one in Los Angeles County. In addition, three sites in Granada Hills-Knollwood have been designated as Historic- Cultural Monuments (HCM): Deodar Cedar Trees along White Oak Avenue between San Fernando Mission Boulevard and San Jose Street (HCM #5041) Taft House and Landscaping (HCM #622), located at San Fernando Mission Boulevard Kramer House (HCM #933), located at North Middlecoff Place The Department of City Planning is working to identify additional significant historic resources through SurveyLA, the Los Angeles Historic Resources Survey Project, a multiyear citywide survey conducted with financial support from the Getty Foundation. The survey of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Area will begin during Housing Specifically, with respect to housing, the General Plan Framework states; Housing Policy - Framework Element policies address providing additional capacity for new housing units, encouraging production of housing for households of all income levels, while at the same time preserving existing residential neighborhood stability and promoting livable neighborhoods by the following measures: (1) concentrating opportunities for new multifamily residential, retail commercial, and office development in the City s neighborhood districts, community, regional, and downtown centers as well as along primary transit corridors/boulevards; (2) providing development opportunities along boulevards that are located near existing or planned major transit facilities and areas characterized by lowintensity or marginally viable commercial uses with structures that integrate commercial, housing, and/or public service uses; and (3) focusing mixed commercial/residentiai uses around urban transit stations, while protecting and preserving surrounding low-density

41 F-7 neighborhoods from the encroachment of incompatible land uses (Chapter 4 - Housing). Policy 4.1.1: Provide sufficient land use and density to accommodate an adequate supply of housing units by type and cost within each City subregion to meet the twenty-year projections of housing needs. Objective 4.2: Encourage the location of new multi-family housing development to occur in proximity to transit stations, along some transit corridors, and within some high activity areas with adequate transitions and buffers between higher-density developments and surrounding lower-density residential neighborhoods. Objective 4.3: Conserve scale and character of residential neighborhoods. Objective 4.4: Reduce regulatory and procedural banters to increase housing production and capacity in appropriate locations. In addition, the City s adopted Housing Element also contains policies on meeting the City s housing needs, including: Policy 1.1.3: Facilitate new construction of a variety of housing types that address current and projected needs of the city's households. Policy 1.1.4: Expand location options for residential development, particularly in designated Centers, Transit Oriented Districts and along Mixed-Use Boulevards. Policy 2.2.1: Provide incentives to encourage the integration of housing with other compatible land uses. Policy 2.2.3: Provide incentives and flexibility to generate new housing and to preserve existing housing near transit. Program A: Targeting Growth in Community Plan Areas - Update Community Plans to establish appropriate land uses, densities, and mixes of housing types and levels of affordability in areas well served by public transit, including employment centers and activity centers. Resolve design issues and adopt design guidelines to assure that residential, commercial and industrial development facilitate corresponding development goals for the area. Change land use designations and initiate zone changes. Objective 2.4: Promote livable neighborhoods with a mix of housing types, quality design and a scale and character that respects unique residential neighborhoods in the City. Policy 2.4.2: Develop and implement design standards that promote quality development. Program C: Urban Design Standards - Include an urban design chapter in the Community Plan updates to identify unique characteristics of neighborhoods and to articulate development standards that will enhance those characteristics.

42 Policy 2.4.3: Promote preservation of neighborhood character in balance with facilitating new development. Policy 2.4.4: Promote residential development that meets the needs of current residents as well as new residents.... Objective 2.8: Assure that new development is generally consistent with the character and scale of adjacent development and an adopted community vision. Policy 2.8.1: Establish individual community visions that retain and enhance community character through the Community Plan Update Program and Framework Element. The Proposed Plan is consistent with and helps to implement the above-stated housing objectives and policies of the City in that it encourages the development of additional housing for current and future residents in designated areas through specific policies. The Proposed Plan provides a mix of housing types, balancing additional housing in appropriate locations near services and amenities with the preservation of existing, lower density singlefamily neighborhoods in other parts of the Community Plan Area including the hillside areas and the Old Granada Hills residential neighborhood. The Proposed Plan promotes livable neighborhoods, consistent with the adopted Housing Element, by encouraging new residential development to be located near commercial areas and within proximity to a mixture of compatible uses, thereby increasing mobility options and improving accessibility to employment and activity centers. Additionally, the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District is consistent with adopted housing policies and promotes livable neighborhoods by limiting the residential floor area to ensure that the existing character in this area is preserved and stabilized. The range of maximum residential floor area that would be permitted on typical single-family zoned lots under the proposed RFA District would encourage new homes or home additions that would conserve and complement the existing scale and character of this residential neighborhood. Urban Form and Neighborhood Design With respect to urban form and neighborhood design, the General Plan Framework includes the following goals, objectives, and policies: Goal 5A: A livable City for existing and future residents and one that is attractive to future investment. A City of interconnected, diverse neighborhoods that builds on the strengths of those neighborhoods and functions at both the neighborhood and city wide scales. Objective 5.1: Translate the Framework Element s intent with respect to citywide urban form and neighborhood design to the community and neighborhood levels through locally prepared plans that build on each neighborhood s attributes, emphasize quality of development, and provide or advocate proactive implementation programs. Policy 5.1.1: Use the Community Plan Update process and related efforts to define the character of communities and neighborhoods at a Finer grain than the Framework Element permits.

43 F-9 Objective 5.2: Encourage future development in centers and in nodes along corridors that are served by transit and are already functioning as centers for the surrounding neighborhoods, the community, or the region. Policy 5.2.1: Designate centers and districts in locations where activity is already concentrated and/or where good transit service is, or will be, provided. Objective 5.5: Enhance the livability of all neighborhoods by upgrading the quality of development and improving the quality of the public realm. Objective 5.6: Conserve and reinforce the community character of neighborhoods and commercial districts not designated as growth areas. Objective 5.7: Provide a transition between conservation neighborhoods and their centers. Objective 5.8: Reinforce or encourage the establishment of a strong pedestrian orientation in designated neighborhood districts, community centers, and pedestrianoriented subareas within regional centers, so that these districts and centers can serve as a focus of activity for the surrounding community and a focus of investment in the community. The Proposed Plan is consistent with the City s goals, policies, and objectives for urban form and neighborhood design in that it concentrates new growth in designated areas and in locations with access to public transportation. The Proposed Plan also provides transitions in scale between single-family neighborhoods and adjacent multi-family and commercial areas through height limitations and design standards. Further, the proposed amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan regulations support high-quality architecture and pedestrian-oriented design for projects reviewed by the Department of City Planning, the Area Planning Commission, and the City Planning Commission, Mobility The City s Transportation Element of the General Plan contains a number of important policies related to the Proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan, including; Goal A: Adequate accessibility to work opportunities and essential services, and acceptable levels of mobility for all those who live, work, travel, or move goods in Los Angeles. Objective 2: Mitigate the impacts of traffic growth, reduce congestion, and improve air quality by implementing a comprehensive program of multimodal strategies that encompass physical and operational improvements as well as demand management. Policy 2.27: Discourage the vacation and/or closure of public alleys which service properties fronting on major or secondary highways. Objective 3: Support development in regional centers, community centers, major economic activity areas and along mixed-use boulevards as designated in the Community Plans.

44 F-10 Policy 3.11: Develop programs for new development to implement both transportation improvements and demand reduction programs which mitigate the circulation impacts attributable to new development in accordance with State nexus legislation and judicial findings. Policy 3.13: Enhance pedestrian circulation in neighborhood districts, community centers, and appropriate locations in regional centers and along mixed-use boulevards; promote direct pedestrian linkages between transit portals/platforms and adjacent commercial development through facilities orientation and design. Policy 3.16: Promote implementation of the Land Use/Transportation Policy as adopted by City Council and endorsed by the LACMTA Board which encourages economic development in proximity to transit centers. Objective 4: Preserve the existing character of lower density residential areas and maintain pedestrian-oriented environments where appropriate. Policy 4.1: Seek to eliminate or minimize the intrusion of traffic generated by new regional or local development into residential neighborhoods while preserving an adequate collector street system. Policy 4.3: Seek to provide access patterns and circulation improvements that preserve the existing character of neighborhood retail areas. Goal C: An integrated system of pedestrian priority street segments, bikeways, and scenic highways which strengthens the City's image while also providing access to employment opportunities, essential services, and open space. Objective 10: Make the street system accessible, safe, and convenient for bicycle, pedestrian, and school child travel. Implementation Program P1: Amend the Community Plans, as part of the Community Plan Update Program (1) to reflect Transportation Element objectives and policies in the Circulation section of each Community Plan text; (2) to incorporate the Transportation Element Highways and Freeways system into each Community Plan Generalized Circulation map; (3) to identify pedestrian priority street segments; and (4) to identify transit oriented districts. Implementation Program P2: part of the Community Plan Update Program, develop Transportation Improvement and Mitigation Plans (TIMPs) for each Community Plan area which (1) set forth recommended measures to mitigate impacts of future traffic growth and (2) define neighborhood traffic management strategies to protect residential areas from the intrusion of traffic from nearby commercial and/or industrial development and of regional traffic. Recommended traffic mitigation measures shall be set forth in the following categories, as appropriate: Transit, Transportation Demand Management (TDM), Transportation System Management (TSM), Street/Highway Infrastructure, and Parking Management. The Proposed Plan is consistent with the Transportation Element of the General Plan in that it concentrates future employment and housing near commercial areas, thereby helping to

45 F-11 minimize increases in vehicle trip generation and improve air quality. The Policies and programs included in the Proposed Plan are aimed at preserving and improving the trail network, which can enhance both pedestrian and vehicular circulation and can reduce associated horse-automobile conflicts within the Community Plan Area. Other General Plan Elements Other General Plan Elements also contain policies and programs related to the Proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan, including the Air Quality Element, the Open Space Element, and the Public Recreation Plan of the Service Systems Element. Some of these policies include: Air Quality Element Policy 4.2.1: Revise the City s General Plan/Community Plans to achieve a more compact, efficient urban form and to promote more transit-oriented development and mixed-use development. Open Space Element Policy: Private development should be encouraged to provide ample landscaped areas, malls, fountains, and other aesthetic features which emphasize open space values through incentive zoning practice or other practicable means. Service Systems Element - Public Recreation Plan Policies: * Recreational facilities and services should be provided for all segments of the population on the basis of present and future projected needs, the local recreational standards, and the City s ability to finance. * Park and recreation sites shall be acquired and developed first in those areas of the City found to be most deficient in terms of the recreation standards. * Recreational use should be considered for available open space and unused or underused land, particularly publicly owned lands having potential for multiple uses. * High priority will be given to areas of the City which have the fewest recreational services and the greatest numbers of potential users. Conservation Element: Policy: continue to encourage the retention of parcels in agricultural and low density land use and zoning categories that will encourage their retention in agricultural and related uses. Objective: protect important cultural and historical sites and resources for historical, cultural, research, and community educational purposes. Policy: continue to protect histone and cultural sites and/or resources potentially affected by proposed land development, demolition or property modification activities.

46 F-12 Policy: continue to encourage the establishment of new equine uses and K districts and to protect existing significant areas from encroachment. Policy: establish standards and procedures for a comprehensive equine trail system, similar to the bikeways system, including provisions for protection of watershed and natural environments Policy: continue to expand and maintain trail linkages which wiil reinforce the viability of equine uses. Policy: continue to protect, restore and/or enhance habitat areas, linkages and corridor segments, to the greatest extent practical, within city owned or managed sites. Policy: continue to work cooperatively with other agencies and entities in protecting local habitats and endangered, threatened, sensitive and rare species. Objective: protect and reinforce natural and scenic vistas as irreplaceable resources and for the aesthetic enjoyment of present and future generations. Policy: continue to encourage and/or require property owners to develop their properties in a manner that will, to the greatest extent practical, retain significant existing land forms (e.g., ridge lines, bluffs, unique geologic features) and unique scenic features (historic, ocean, mountains, unique natural features) and/or make possible public view or other access to unique features or scenic views. The Proposed Plan is in substantia] conformance with the purpose, intent, and provisions of the General Plan in that it helps to implement policies contained in a number of the other Elements, including the Air Quality Element, Open Space Element, and the Service Systems Element - Public Recreation Plan. As stated previously, the Proposed Plan promotes development near commercial areas with services arid amenities for a number of reasons, one of which is to help the City to achieve regional air quality benefits over traditional, single-use sprawl development. This is consistent with the Air Quality Element which encourages the City to develop in a more compact, efficient urban form. tn support of the Open Space Element, the Proposed Plan includes design guidelines to maximize the provision of pedestrian amenities, landscaped plazas, paseos, and other open spaces as part of new development. In addition, the Proposed Plan encourages the maintenance of public right-of-ways to enhance access to private development. The Proposed Plan also supports the development of publicly accessible trails along flood control channels, transmission lines, and open space areas. The Proposed Plan is also consistent with the Public Recreation Plan of the Service Systems Element in that it supports the acquisition and expansion of parkland and recreational facilities. The Proposed Plan includes a section on Parks and Open Space with polices that support the development of neighborhood pocket parks and trail development along the public and private right-of-ways, such as flood control channels, for pedestrian and recreational uses. In summary, the Proposed Plan is consistent with the City s General Plan in that it provides for an arrangement of land use, circulation, and services which will encourage and contribute to the economic, social, and physical health, safety, welfare, and convenience of the community, within the larger framework of the City of Los Angeles. As State law requires

47 F-13 that the City plan for growth in population, housing, and employment levels and in consideration of new state requirements contained in SB 375, the Proposed Plan focuses this possible growth in specific Commercial Centers and commercial corridors near services and amenities. This approach helps to reduce dependency on automobiles, and offers mobility options, encourages development with less impact on roads, promotes sufficient density to support waikabie communities, and supports increased use of existing and planned transit infrastructure. By directing the greater percentage of growth near Commercial Centers and corridors, existing lower-density and equestrian oriented neighborhoods are maintained and preserved. 3. Charter Section That in accordance with Charter Section 558(b)(2), the Proposed Plan inclusive of the proposed zone change ordinances will have no adverse effect upon the General Plan, specific plans, or any other plans being created by the Department of City Planning in that the Proposed Plan and land use ordinances are consistent with the City s General Plan and directly implement the policies of the Framework Element for the reasons stated in the findings above. In addition, the Proposed Plan inclusive of the proposed zone change ordinances will be in conformity with public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice for all of the reasons previously described. One of the objectives of the Proposed Plan and land use ordinances is to promote economic well-being and public convenience through the allocation and distribution of lands in sufficient quantities to satisfy the housing, commercial, retail, service, and open space needs of the community. The Proposed Plan accomplishes this by including policies that concentrate potential future growth in existing commercial areas near services and amenities and limit further intensification of existing single-family and equinekeeping residential neighborhoods. The proposed zone change ordinances directly implement these policies. The Proposed Plan and zone change ordinances follow good zoning practice in implementing such policies by including development restrictions such as height limitations in areas that transition between higher and lower density, residential floor area maximums, and restrictions on incompatible uses. 4. LAMC C.2 - That in accordance with LAMC C.2, the proposed zone change ordinances will have no adverse effect upon the General Plan, specific plans, or any other plans being created by the Department of City Planning in that the proposed zone change ordinances are consistent with the City's General Plan and directly implement the policies of the Framework Element for the reasons stated in the findings above. In addition, the proposed zone change ordinances will be in conformity with public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practice for ail of the reasons previously described. The land use ordinances promote economic well-being and public convenience through the allocation and distribution of lands in sufficient quantities to satisfy the housing, commercial, retail, service, and open space needs of the community. The proposed zone change ordinances directly implement policies contained in the Proposed Plan that concentrate potential future growth in existing commercial areas near services and amenities and limit further intensification of existing single-family and equinekeeping residential neighborhoods. The proposed zone change ordinances follow good zoning practice in implementing such policies by including development restrictions such as height limitations in areas that transition between higher and lower density, residential floor area maximums, and restrictions on incompatible uses. 5. LAMC G - That in accordance with LAMC G, the proposed amendments to the Granada Hills Specific Plan are consistent with, and necessary to implement, the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. The Specific Plan regulations are required to implement the policies of the Granada Hills-

48 F-14 Knollwood Community Plan, and are consistent with the purpose of the Specific Plan to ensure that development enhances the unique architectural neighborhood qualities of the Community Plan area, integrates improvement and enhancements to the public-right-ofway, and maintains compatible land uses, scale, and attractive and pedestrian-friendly design. The Granada Hills Specific Plan implements many of the Community Plan s policies regarding commercial and multiple-family areas, as indicated below. A pedestrian-friendly atmosphere and attractive design in commercial areas is a key goal of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan and is implemented through the Specific Plan regulations and design guidance for building design, abundant and attractive landscaping and street trees, furniture and other pedestrian amenities, reduced building setbacks, and the addition of multiple-family areas adjacent to Chatsworth Street s downtown core into the Specific Plan boundaries. LU13.2. Parking. Design parking lots and structures to be safe and comfortable for pedestrians and complementary to adjacent residential uses, by utilizing decorative wall and landscaped setbacks and shielding driveway and walkway lighting. LU15.3. Pedestrian and Bicycle Amenities. Provide pedestrian and bicycle amenities such as trash receptacles, street furniture, bicycle racks, and enhanced crosswalks as part of new projects to enhance the street atmosphere and encourage walking and bicycling. LU18.1. Mixed-Use. Support low-scale multiple-family housing on streets adjacent to Chatsworth Street to foster pedestrian activity and encourage walkability in the downtown core area. LU18.2. Pedestrian-Friendly Buildings. Design new commercial and mixed use buildings and additions so that they enhance the public realm through well-designed frontages that provide pedestrian-scaled features such as awnings, plazas, and courtyards and direct access from public sidewalks. LU18.3. Way-Finding Signage. Include pedestrian-oriented way-finding signage to encourage pedestrian activity. LU18.4. Gathering Places. Encourage outdoor spaces, such as plazas and sidewalk dining and support closure of the Zelzah Avenue turn-off onto Chatsworth Street for use as a plaza and gathering space for farmer s markets and community events. LU19.1. Small-town Character. Retain the small-town character of Chatsworth Street by limiting building heights, maintaining the existing building line pattern, and providing entrances from the sidewalk. LU19.2. Streetscape Enhancement. Enhance the streetscape through the planting of additional street trees and creating bulb-outs and enhanced crosswalks. LU19.3. Increased Parking. Consider angled parking to provide more parking, and a type of parking which is pedestrian-friendly.

49 F-15 LU19.4. Enhanced Gateway. Maintain a prominent gateway to the Chatsworth Street Neighborhood District to support a strong street identity. With regard to compatible [and uses, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Specific Plan implements the goals and policies of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan through the use of regulations to limit incompatible uses in specific areas, or to restrict certain uses to help achieve the goals and policies for a particular area. Auto-related uses, such as service stations and auto storage are prohibited in the Specific Plan area, while a range of other uses are encouraged and sidewalk dining, for example, is favored, to further the goal of pedestrian-oriented neighborhoods in lively and waikabie commercial districts. LU12.1. Commercial Preservation. Protect areas designated and zoned for commercial use so that commercial development and reinvestment is encouraged and the community maintains and increases its employment base. Strongly discourage new residential-only development in commercially designated and zoned areas. LU17.1. Existing Businesses. Preserve and expand existing businesses that provide necessary services and amenities to surrounding neighborhoods, and which feature uses that are compatible with nearby residential uses. LU17.2. New Businesses. Provide commercial uses that primarily serve the surrounding neighborhoods, such as sit-down restaurants, cafes, quality retail, and essential neighborhood-serving businesses, such as barber shops and other personal services. LU17.3. Auto Uses. Prohibit auto-related uses and drive-thru restaurants in the Neighborhood District. With regard to scale, the Granada Hills-Knollwood Specific Plan implements the goals and policies of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan through the use of regulations to implement development standards with height restrictions. LU Height Limits. Design new commercial structures to be compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods. LU19.1. Small-town Character. Retain the small-town character of Chatsworth Street by limiting building heights, maintaining the existing building line pattern, and providing entrances from the sidewalk. The Granada Hills Specific Plan includes building design regulations to encourage attractive and harmonious, pedestrian-friendly design of commercial and multiple-family housing that complements surrounding residential neighborhoods. LU11.1. Character and Design. Create well-designed multiple-family dwelling units and buildings that reflect a high level of architectural and landscape quality, both within interior courtyards and in exterior areas, to enhance the public realm and provide appropriate transitions and compatibility when adjacent to single-family neighborhoods. LU13.1. High Quality Development. Design projects to achieve a high level of quality and to be developed in accordance to the Commercial Citywide Design Guidelines

50 F-16 and the Granada Hills-Knollwood Commercial Design Guidelines. While projects within the Granada Hills Specific Plan area shall adhere to Specific Plan regulations, all other commercial areas are required to incorporate applicable design guidelines to the maximum extent feasible. LU13.2. Architectural Style and Building Variation. Encourage building facades that are articulated with setbacks, offsets, and projections, using architectural materials and elements that establish an aesthetically-pleasing pattern, with a variety of heights and shapes to create visual interest, while contributing to the Spanish Colonial architectural style and maintaining a generally consistent street front. LU Building Design. Design commercial developments tailored or a variety of business sizes and scales within a development LU20.6. Pedestrian-Friendly Building Access. Design new buildings and additions that enhance the public realm through appropriate architectural frontages that provide direct access into commercial buildings from public sidewalks. LU20.7. Landscaped Setbacks. Maintain landscaped setbacks for aesthetic quality. 6. LAMC B and C- That in accordance with LAMC B and C, the proposed boundary adjustment and supplemental development regulations of the Equinekeeping "K District are consistent with, and necessary to implement, the programs, policies, and design guidelines of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. The area involved is generally planned for Very Low or Minimum density residential uses. The Community Plan features rural horsekeeping areas which are generally located in the northern half of the community, and are to be preserved and prevented from being resubidivided into higher-density singlefamily uses. The Proposed Plan includes a Trail System throughout many of the streets within the K" District boundaries. The proposed additional regulations in the Granada Hills Equinekeeping K Supplemental Use District are required to implement the policies of the Community Plan, and are consistent with the purpose of the K" District to ensure that development maintains the keeping of equines. Thus, the proposed K" District is consistent with the purposes, intent and provisions of the General Plan and is compatible with the Major Equestrian and Hiking Trails Facilities Element of the General Plan which includes, subject areas within the area having concentrations of horses, equestrian trails designated by the City of Los Angeles, and in an area designated for horsekeeping districts. The Granada Hills Equinekeeping K District implements the equestrian-related policies, as listed below. LU3.3 Trail System and Connections. Reinforce the viability of equine uses and accessibility to open space and recreational opportunities by requiring new developments, subdivision tracts, parcel maps, small lot subdivisions, and infrastructure improvement projects that abut or connect with a trail to develop and/or improve the Trail System, as shown on Figure 4-4. Refer to Chapter 4 for additional policies and design guidelines. LU9.1 Division of Land and Grading. Design new subdivision tracts, parcel maps, and small lot subdivisions within an Equinekeeping K" Supplemental Use District according to the Granada Hills-Knollwood Design Guidelines to ensure room for onsite horse facilities and site accessibility via an equine path from the driveway to the

51 F-17 pad area. Achieve the intended purpose of the "K District by providing adequate and ievei equine pad areas, and arrange the location of homes, equine pads and stables, lot access and gates, trails and trail easements and access points, and grading according to the Design Guidelines. LU9.3 Additional Structures. Second dwelling units are permitted only as permitted by LAMC and if they do not adversely affect any equine keeping uses on the subject lot or adjacent lots, or the ability to maintain equine keeping uses on the subject lot or any adjacent lot Restrict permanent structures, including swimming pools and tennis courts, from being constructed or located within any portion of the required equine pad and stable areas. 7. LAMC That in accordance with LAMC 13.13, the establishment of the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District implements the policies of the Granada Hills- Knollwood Community Plan related to maintaining neighborhood character in single-family neighborhoods by restricting the sizes of single-family dwellings in proportion to lot size. Zoning and height district changes to preserve larger lot sizes and limit building heights in this District also help preserve the character of the area. Community Plan policies related to scale and character that are implemented by the RFA District are listed below. LU2.2. Neighborhood Compatibility. Require infill development, new structures and additions to be compatible with the suburban characteristics and qualities of existing residential neighborhoods and dwelling units with regard to scale, mass, building orientation, heights, setbacks, and entrances, topography, parking arrangement, landscaping, and parkways. LU6.1. Neighborhood Preservation. Preserve single-family zoned residential neighborhoods, while maintaining existing character and scale. Summary of CEQA Findings The City of Los Angeles Planning Department prepared an Initial Study in March 2008, and determined an EIR was necessary to analyze the potential environmental effects of the Proposed Plan. The Notice of Preparation (NOP) for a draft EIR (the "Draft EIR ) was circulated for a 30-day period beginning on February 13 and ending on March 14, A scoping meeting was held on March 5, 2008 for the purpose of soliciting comments as to the appropriate scope and content of the EIR. Based on public comments in response to the NOP and a review of environmental issues by the City, the Draft EIR analyzed the following environmental impact areas: Aesthetics; Air Quality; Biological Resources; Cultural Resources; Geology/Soils and Mineral Resources; Greenhouse Gas Emissions; Safety/Risk of Upset; Hydrology/Water Quality; Land Use Planning; Noise; Population, Housing and Employment; Public Services and Recreation; Transportation and Traffic; and Utilities/Service Systems. The Granada Hilfs-Knollwood Community Plan is designed to provide guidance regarding the ultimate development for the CPA at build-out, and its adoption would not constitute a commitment to any specific project or development. Therefore, the EIR considered issues at a broader program-level. Any future discretionary projects would need to be approved individually in compliance with CEQA. The Draft EIR found that the environmental impacts of most of the issue areas were either less-than-significant without mitigation measures or iess-than-significant with mitigation. Additionally, the Draft EIR found that certain issue areas had impacts that were significant and unavoidable. Although future development projects are considered on a case-by

52 F-18 case basis, the specifics of these development projects are not known. Thus, due to this level of uncertainty, the impact is considered significant and unavoidable. These areas included the following: Aesthetics, Air Quality, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Noise (Construction), Traffic, and Utilities/Services Systems (Water Supply). Section of the CEQA Guidelines require the lead agency to evaluate comments on environmental issues received from public agencies and interested parties who review the draft EIR and provide written responses. A number of comments were received during the comment period, including general concerns with regards to the combined EIR that was prepared for both the Granada Hilis-Knollwood and the Sylmar Community Plan areas; data used for the analysis; and the alternatives analyzed. Additional comments received include specific comments with regards to the various environmental impact areas analyzed in the EIR. In general this Proposed Plan is a conservative growth plan. Overall this Proposed Plan will accommodate fewer residential units than would be allowed under the current plan, approximately 1,800 fewer units over the upcoming decades. Responses to all comments received during the comment period will be included in the Final EIR. The Final EIR is currently being prepared and will be considered by the City Council prior to adoption.

53 CPC CPU P-1 PUBLIC HEARING AND COMMUNICATIONS Public Participation Preparation of the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan involved extensive outreach with the Granada Hilis-Knollwood Certified Neighborhood Councils (CNCs), local business groups, and other stakeholder organizations, and individual residents and businesses. Meetings were held with CNC members prior to and after the Public Workshop, after publication of the Draft Community Plan, after publication of the Draft Environmental Impact Report, and throughout the development of the Plan recommended actions. Other community organizations that have provided comments during the preparation of the proposed plan include the Granada Hills- Knollwood Business Improvement District, Granada Hills Chamber of Commerce, equestrians, and various homeowners associations. Between 2006 and 2007 a land use survey was conducted and focus group meetings were held throughout the community. Staff met with a total of 14 small groups during the period of October 2006 through October 2007, including the Neighborhood Councils, various recreational and community interest groups, the Chamber of Commerce, the Granada Hills Improvement Association for the Granada Hills Business Improvement District, and other business groups, and homeowner associations. The input from the small group meetings was used by staff to better understand the issues and needs of the Granada Hilis-Knollwood community and to formulate preliminary general directions and themes for the Proposed Plan. Possible solutions or measures to address these issues were then discussed and further refined in subsequent public meetings and workshops. On March 5, 2008 a Scoping Meeting for the Environmental Impact Report was held to present initial land use recommendations to community members and receive feedback. This meeting was attended by approximately 25 persons and was held at the Granada Hills Charter High School. The Public Workshop, conducted July 29, 2008, was attended by approximately 85 persons. This workshop was a Planning Open House for Granada Hills-Knollwood, held to obtain input and provide information on the Proposed Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan. The meeting was organized in an open house format, with multiple stations on different topics, including single-family residential, multiple-family residential, equinekeeping areas, commercial, industrial, public facilities, mobility, open space and conservation, and design guidelines and standards. Representatives from the Los Angeles Department of Transportation were also present to provide information and answer questions. After additional meetings with neighborhood councils, staff held another Public Workshop on November 5, 2008, with particular attention to hillside areas. The open house format at both workshops provided attendees with preliminary proposed land use and zone changes by subarea, as well conceptual level recommendations, and enabled them to engage with representatives from various City departments and have in-depth discussions of planning issues and concerns. Following the second Public Workshop, a series of four meetings were conducted with various groups, including equestrian and business groups and neighborhood councils, to discuss the recommended changes in detail. A draft of the Community Plan Text, Proposed Land Use and Zone Changes, as well as implementing ordinances, were posted on the Department s website on October 11, The Draft Environmental Impact Report was also released in October 2012 and circulated for 60 days for public review. During this period, staff attended several meetings with representatives

54 CPC CPU P-2 from the Neighborhood Councils and other groups and gave a presentation and answered questions on the Draft Plan, Proposed Land Use and Zone Changes, and implementing ordinances. A Notice of Public Hearing was mailed to approximately 36,200 residents and businesses announcing an Open House and Public Hearing in the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community. Prior to the Open House and Public Hearing, Planning staff held eight meetings with representatives of all three neighborhood councils, as well as with other groups, including equestrians, the Specific Plan Design Review Board, the Granada Hills improvement Association, and the Old Granada Hills Residents Group. The Open House and Public Hearing was held on February 21, 2013 at Granada Hills Charter High School, Zelzah Avenue, Granada Hills, CA, and was attended by approximately 100 peopfe. Thirty-nine (39) persons gave verbal testimony on the Proposed Plan during the twohour hearing. Approximately nine written comments were received at the public hearing and an additional 33 were received after the public hearing. Staff further engaged with community members in focused discussions with multiple individuals by phone and after the Public Hearing and Open House. Summary of Public Hearing Testimony and Communications Planning staff received comments on a range of topics addressed by the Proposed Plan, including issues related to the preservation of equinekeeping neighborhoods, trails and large lots, and the overall character of the Granada Hills-Knollwood community, regulations in the Granada Hills Specific Plan and in the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District, infrastructure, and community outreach efforts. Some comments included complaints about the outreach and public noticing of the Open House and Public Hearing. Several community members and representatives acknowledged the Planning staff for outreach efforts and willingness to meet and work with community groups regarding their concerns about the draft Plan and related ordinances. Land use and zoning changes elicited several comments, including general support, as well as suggestions for revisions of the proposed Plan. One commenter indicated opposition to the proposal to eliminate Footnote 12, replacing it with the zone change from RA-1K to RE40-K, while another commenter spoke in support of removing and implementing Footnote 12 through the zone changes. Another comment focused on Subarea 755, which falls within the Bull Creek Wetland, stating opposition to the zone change to R1 and expressing concerns for preservation of the area as an environmental and open space asset. One specific comment was received regarding Subarea 1710, a longstanding law office in a single-family building and zone, indicating that this lot should be rezoned commercial. A couple of comments called for downzoning Subarea 700, located north of Rinaldi Street, between Yarmouth and Shoshone Avenues. Objection was raised by one commenter about some language choice in the Proposed Plan, including the use of infill development terminology, and expressed concern about the use of language such as preserve with "enhance, in reference to character and neighborhoods. Comments about the proposed Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area Ratio (RFA) District included both supportive and opposing views. Supporters appreciated staff attention to and proposal of the RFA. Objections to the RFA included concern about the ratio being too restrictive for larger lots, resulting in loss of development rights; and the inclusion of breezeway, carports and patios in the building floor area calculation. One comment clarified that most

55 CPC CPU P-3 construction in the subject area was post-wwii, not pre-wwfi, as is indicated in the Draft Community Plan. Several comments indicated support for the efforts to preserve the large lots, equinekeeping uses and trails. Those commenting on the equinekeeping area voiced support for the preservation of equinekeeping lots and trails. One comment included a request that 2,000 square foot pad areas be preserved and maintained flat in order to be useable for equinekeeping. Comments regarding trails included support of the proposed preservation of the equestrian trails, lack of trail access in gated communities and failure of developments in constructing continuous trails, the need for roadway surfaces that are seamless with the trails, and suggestions for trail alignment corrections and additions on the trails map, Figure 4-4 in the Community Plan. A couple of comments were submitted requesting the preservation of existing P parking zones or requesting community review and discussion prior to the removal of a P zone, particularly in the Chatsworth Street area. Comments valued the function of the P zone as a buffer between shallow commerciaily-zoned lots and the abutting single-family residential lots. Several comments focused on the Granada Hills Specific Plan, with both general support for amendments proposed, along suggestions for changes, and objections to specific amendments and existing requirements, as well as recommendations for the elimination of the Specific Plan altogether. Some of these comments were regarding signage, including criticisms of the fees associated with review of signage for compliance with the existing Specific Plan, citing financial hardship for small, local businesses. The initially-recommended prohibition of cabinet box signs, along with the recommendation of channel letter signs as preferred signage type, in the proposed amendments to the Specific Plan were another concern for the same financial hardship reasons. Another comment raised concerns about types of signs that do not currently require permits, thereby evading review under the Specific Plan, including pole signs and signs valued under $500. There were also concerns raised about Code requirements related to signage and the recent enforcement activity citing businesses for signage violations. A couple of comments focused on the square footage allowed for signage, stating a preference for clear language and concern about the impact of restrictions on signs. Additionally, some comments expressed a preference for allowing business contact information on window signs. Other Specific Plan comments focused on uses. One comment protested the prohibition of auto uses in the Specific Plan area, indicating that such uses are needed in the center of the community for the convenience of residents and asserting that locating such businesses in these areas reduces greenhouse gas emissions by reducing travel time for services. Other comments about uses in the Specific Plan area included requests to expand the list of prohibited uses, including prohibiting medical marijuana establishments, digital displays, group homes and boarding houses, murals on single family dwellings, big box retail, and adult businesses. Concern about the appearance and location of recycling centers was raised in one comment, with other comments suggesting that recycling centers be considered a Project, as defined in the Specific Plan, to be reviewed. Additionally, these comments included suggestions to delineate types of Projects under the definition of Project in the Specific Plan. Support of building height limits of 28 feet in commercial areas was mentioned in several comments. s 'w1 Infrastructure- and traffic-related comments included a request for more street lighting in the Old Granada Hills neighborhood, and expanded lighting on narrow streets such as Louise Avenue, south of San Fernando Mission Boulevard to improve safety. One comment supported the plan s retention of current truck weight limits in residential neighborhoods.

56 What does the Granada Hills-Knollwood Community Plan Do? e _Jvli :<> hills-knollwood It's a Conservative Plan for Granada Hills-Knollwood Preserves a 'small-town feel by keeping lower-density land uses and directing growth to areas better served by transit and community-serving uses Maintains the existing land use pattern and housing density Refines the existing Plan to add design guidelines, and creates new policies that promote sustainable development and healthy living through the reduction of vehicle trips and the improvement Pf the t ransit, bicycle, and equestrian networks Preserves and Enhances Equinekeeping Lots,Trails, and Amenities Establishes design guidelines for equinekeeping lots, trail development, and equine amenities Changes zoning and land use in hillside areas north of Sesnon Boulevard to implement existing Plan footnotes, limiting lots to a minimum size of 1 to 2 acres Requires new development and subdivisions to maintain or improve trails, crossings, and equine amenities Protects Single-Family Residential Neighborhoods Divides the Low Residential land use designation into three categories: Low I (RE9 and RS), Low II (R1),and Low III (RD6j to address future small lot subdivisions and townhomes Narrows the type of development allowed within each land use category Discourages through-traffic from intruding into single-family neighborhoods by designating priority streets and neighborhood traffic control policies P Protects the Environment and Open Space Increases land designated for Open Space, Minimum, and Very Low I Residential (minimum 17,500 sq-ft lots) HB Supports watershed management and energy efficiency in the design guidelines for new developments and streets Specifies policies and design guidelines for fire-resistant landscaping 1 Enhances Mobility Increases the amount of mapped trails from 12 miles to approximately 16 miles Connects to the Rim of the Valley Trail regional system, parks, and wildlife habitat areas Designates priority street for pedestrians, bicyclists, trails, transit, and motorized vehicles to allow for a more tailored and efficient use of the street network that balances the needs of all users GRANADA HILIS-KNOlLWOOD COMMUNITY HAN INFORMATIONAL FlYRR RAGE 1 PREPARED BY THE LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT Of CITY PLANNING, SEPTEMBER 201S

57 What does the Granada Hilis-Knollwood Community Plan Do? (continued) ELAmI granada hills-knollwood Enhances Multiple-Family Neighborhoods and Commercial Areas Creates a pedestrian-oriented commercial area in Old Granada Village with additional landscaping and reduced building setbacks Changes the zoning designation of C2 lots along Chatsworth Street to the more restrictive Cl zone,limiting allowable uses Limits building heights to 30 feet in Old Granada Village Amends Existing Equinekeeping "K" Supplemental Use District Preserves the Equinekeeping *K" District in the northwestern area of the community, and updates district boundaries to align with existing streets Removes non-equinekeeping lots on the eastern edge of the district. includes lot conditions - such as minimum lot size pad size, and access - to ensure that future equinekeeping is feasible Requires development of trails as shown on the Trail System map Amends Existing Granada Hills Specific Plan Expands Specific Plan boundaries to include additional commercial developments and the multiple-family residential area adjacent to Old Granada Village Improves the built environment and quality of new projects by requiring pedestrian-oriented design for large projects, regulating the number and size of signage, and creating a preferred plant list Includes open space requirements for small multiple-family projects Allows for over-the-counter approval of sign and change of use permits that comply with Specific Plan regulations, reducing processing time and fees Establishes the Old Granada Hills Residential Floor Area (RFA) District Proportionally limits the size of single-family dwellings to lot size Limits residential floor area to be more restrictive than current citywide Baseline Mansionization Ordinance Incentivizes neighborhood-appropriate design through floor area bonuses Los Angeles Department of City Planning For More Info: Visit us planning.lacity.org priya.mehendale@lacity.org or laura.krawczyk@lacity.org Call (213) or (213) GRANADA HIILS-KNOUWOO0 COMMUNITY PLAN INFORMATIONAL. FIVER PAGE 2 PREPARED BY THE 10$ ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING. SEPTEMBER 20LS