REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Public Hearing: Action to Modify an Existing Conditional Use Permit (PLN24-00260) to Allow a Rhythmic Gymnastics Use in an Approved Personal Fitness Facility in the Light Industrial Zoning District at 2342 Walsh Ave.
Report
REPORT IN BRIEF
File No.: PLN24-00260
Project: Modification of a Conditional Use Permit to allow rhythmic gymnastics classes at an approved personal fitness facility within the Light Industrial Zoning District.
Applicant: Olga Kofman
Owner: B9 Sequoia Santa Clara Owner
General Plan: Low Intensity Office R&D
Zoning: Light Industrial
Parcel Area: 9.45 acres
Lease Area: 4,651 Square Feet
Existing Site Conditions: Existing site consists of five multi-tenant buildings. The existing lease area is an approved gymnasium aimed at the local workforce allowing classes and general fitness to those ages 21 and older.
Surrounding Land Uses
North: Office / Industrial uses
East: Office / Industrial uses
South: Residential Uses
West: Office / Industrial uses
Issues: Consistency with the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance
Staff Recommendation: Adopt a resolution to approve the modified Conditional Use Permit to allow a rhythmic gymnastics use at an existing personal fitness facility, subject to findings and conditions of approval.
BACKGROUND
In 2011, Brian Nunez of Tribal Fitness applied for a conditional use permit (PLN2011-08789) to allow an existing 4,650 square foot warehouse space to be used as a personal fitness facility at 2342 Walsh. At the time, the site had the same land use designations in the General Plan (Low Intensity Office/R&D) and Zoning Map (light industrial). Also at the time, the Planning Commission found that the proposed use was compatible with the project site and its land use designations, that the proposed use was essential or desirable to the public convenience or welfare, that the proposed use would not be detrimental to the surrounding area, that the proposed use would not...
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