REDONDO BEACH, CA Zoning Board of Adjustment
Sundays tracks every public Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting in REDONDO BEACH, CA and summarizes what was decided — variances, site-plan and subdivision applications, and Board of Adjustment hearings. Land-use items are kept off the weekly Sundays email (they're a specialist read), but every one is archived here and verified against the official meeting record. 21 items on file; most recent August 24, 2026.
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Commission Discussion — Whether to Decide J1 or Continue for Additional Outreach/Information
Commissioners debated whether to approve the height variance or continue the item. Discussion focused on the narrow scope of a height variance versus broader safety concerns, errors in the staff report (oxygen reference), adequacy of outreach and application materials, and whether additional time would help address public concerns.
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Public Hearing Testimony — J1 Cryogenic Tanks Variance (Clustered Summary of Speakers)
Speakers living near the site opposed or sought continuation of the J1 variance, citing safety risks (oxygen displacement, potential rupture), traffic and evacuation concerns near the 405 corridor, cumulative noise and light impacts with Northrop Grumman, and deficiencies in the application and staff report (including an oxygen reference).
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Fire Department Comments and Commissioner Questions — J1 Cryogenic Tanks Height Variance
The fire department stated the height variance did not diminish fire code requirements and that the project would undergo plan check and inspections, including hazardous materials inspections. Commissioners asked about pressure, explosion potential, leak impacts, evacuation distances, proximity to homes, and comparisons to other facilities.
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Staff Presentation — J1 Variance Request for Four 38-Foot Cryogenic Storage Tanks (Impulse Space)
Planning staff presented the J1 request for a variance to allow four approximately 38-foot cryogenic storage tanks at 2477 Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Staff described the site, setbacks, tank contents, safety features, delivery frequency, and the findings supporting approval of the variance.
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Open Public Hearing — J1 Variance for Cryogenic Storage Tanks at 2477 Manhattan Beach Boulevard (Impulse Space)
The commission opened the public hearing for agenda item J1 regarding an exemption declaration and a variance to exceed the 30-foot height limit for cryogenic storage tanks at Impulse Space’s facility.
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Second reading adoption: General Plan Land Use Element implementing ordinance and Coastal Land Use Plan implementing ordinance; debate over recitals referencing PI/FAR and BCHD
Council considered item H5, which included second reading adoption of two ordinances (CC-3314-26 and CC-3315-26) implementing updates to the General Plan Land Use Element and Coastal Land Use Plan. Discussion focused on recitals referencing PI land use and a 1.25 FAR, with public commenters urging removal of BCHD-related language and others defending the record.
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Public hearing comment: support for 1.5 FAR; concerns about ordinance consistency, height, and driveway standards
A resident supported increasing FAR to 1.5 in the AAAP but raised concerns about inconsistencies between the land use element and zoning ordinance naming, suggested keeping height limits closer to 30–36 feet, and urged returning a driveway ordinance update to Council to reduce driveway widths and impervious footprint.
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Staff presentation: updated land use element adoption and implementing zoning ordinance amendments; local coastal program addendum EIR
Staff presented the updated land use element and implementing zoning ordinance amendments, describing a 10-year process, special policy areas, FAR limits, and changes along the Artesia Aviation Corridor Area Plan (AAAP), including rooftop dining and development standards.
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Public participation on non-agenda items (multiple topics)
The Council held a non-agenda public comment period. Speakers addressed hedge/sightline code enforcement and process, Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) issues including FAR and senior facility operators, HOA/ADU permitting and public records requests, renter affordability and tenant protections, City budget deficits, and a harbor fundraising event.
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Approval – Variances and Exemption Declaration for 2606 Green Lane
The Commission approved the requested variances and exemption declaration for the 2606 Green Lane project (case referenced as J2PC260642). Commissioners discussed the substandard lot context and the limited nature of new encroachments before voting.
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Public Comment – Item J2 (2606 Green Lane Variances)
Public comment was taken on the 2606 Green Lane variance request. The applicant’s representatives stated the owner has lived there for 40 years and intends to return after remodeling; another speaker said the remodel is to accommodate a retired twin sister and create two master bedrooms.
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Staff Presentation and Commission Questions – Variances for 2606 Green Lane
Staff presented the 2606 Green Lane project and four requested variances. Commissioners questioned the extent of new encroachments, second-floor elements, neighbor comments, and how attic space would be treated as habitable space.
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Public Hearing Opened – Variance Request for 2606 Green Lane (Front/Side/Rear Setbacks and Outdoor Living Space)
The Commission opened the public hearing for item J2 regarding a variance request for reduced front, side, and rear yard setbacks and reduced outdoor living space for additions to an existing single-family residence at 2606 Green Lane in the R2 zone.
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Adopt resolution approving exemption declaration and conditional use permit for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center (2605 Manhattan Beach Boulevard)
The commission adopted a resolution approving an exemption declaration and conditional use permit for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center in an existing 18,168 square foot industrial space at 2605 Manhattan Beach Boulevard (IC-1 zone), Case No. 20260288.
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Public comment on Item J1: Support for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center expansion and CUP
One community member spoke in support of approving the conditional use permit, citing the program’s positive impact on children and the community and urging approval to allow the facility’s expansion.
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Staff presentation: Fit Kids Gymnastics Center conditional use permit and exemption declaration
The senior planner presented the project location, business operations, hours, parking analysis, and noise considerations for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center’s relocation and expansion within the West Bay Business Park.
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Open public hearing: Conditional use permit for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center at 2605 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
The commission opened the public hearing for Item J1 regarding an exemption declaration and conditional use permit for Fit Kids Gymnastics Center in an existing industrial space at 2605 Manhattan Beach Boulevard.
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Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Dog Daycare and Training Facility
The Planning Commission reviewed and approved a conditional use permit for a dog daycare and training facility at 1212 South Pacific Coast Highway. Discussions focused on parking, noise mitigation, waste management, and operational guidelines, ensuring compliance with zoning and noise ordinances while addressing community concerns.
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Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Dog Daycare and Training Facility
The Redondo Beach Planning Commission reviewed and approved a resolution permitting the operation of a dog daycare and training facility at 1212 South Pacific Coast Highway. The facility will include daycare, training, and overnight boarding for dogs with capacity limits and strict operational guidelines to mitigate noise, odor, and parking concerns.
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Conditional Use Permit for Dog Daycare and Training Facility
The ordinance discusses the approval of a conditional use permit for a dog daycare and training facility located at 1212 South Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach, CA. Key considerations include parking, noise mitigation, waste management, and operational hours to ensure community compatibility and adherence to city regulations.
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Approval of Dog Daycare Conditional Use Permit
The Planning Commission unanimously approved the conditional use permit for the dog daycare and training facility, affirming compliance with city regulations.