Planning Commission Meeting

CITY OF CERRITOS MINUTES Regular Planning Commission Meeting July 2, 2025 City Council Chambers 18125 Bloomfield Ave Cerritos, California 90703 PRESENT: Commissioner Benjamin Ao Commissioner Kiritkumar Chauhan Commissioner Riaz Surti Vice Chair Deepak "DJ" Jhaveri Chair Jose "Armin" Reyes PRESENT: Assistant City Attorney Shukan Patel Assistant City Engineer Jared Lee Advance Planning Manager Sabrina Chan Current Planning Manager Amanda AcuHa Senior Planner Jeremy Loh Associate Planner Metr6 Anthony 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledgeof Allegiance was led by Commissioner Chauhan. 3. Roll Call All Members of the Planning Commission were declared present. 4. Annual Reorganization of the Planning Commission Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan declared the position of Chair of the Planning Commission vacant and called for nominations. Commissioner Surti nominated Vice Chair Reyes for Chair. Commissioner Chauhanseconded the nomination. CommissionerAo nominated Commissioner Jhaveri for Chair. Seeing no second to the motion for nomination, CommissionerAo’s nominationfailed. There were no other nominations, and nominations were closed. MOTION: Commissioner Surti nominated Vice Chair Reyes for Chair. Commissioner Chauhan seconded the nomination. City of Cerritos Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Page 1

The motion carried (4-0-1) as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN : Chauhan, Jhaveri, Surti, Reyes None Ao Vice Chair Reyes was declared Chair of the Planning Commission. Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan declared the position of Vice Chair of the Planning Commission vacant and called for nominations. Commissioner Chauhan nominated Commissioner Jhaveri for Vice Chair. Commissioner Ao seconded the nomination. Chair Reyes nominated Commissioner Surti for Vice Chair. Seeing no second to the motion for nomination, Chair Reyes’ nomination failed. There were no other nominations, and nominations were closed. MOTION: Commissioner Chauhan nominated Commissioner Jhaveri for Vice Chair. Commissioner Ao seconded the nomination. The motion carried (5-0) as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: Ao, Chauhan, Jhaveri, Surti, Reyes None None Commissioner Jhaveri was declared Vice Chair of the Planning Commission. To allow the Chair and Vice Chair to take their new seats at the dias, a meeting recess was called by Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan. 5. Public Comments and Suggestions Chair Reyes invited comments and suggestions from the public on items not listed on the agenda. Seeing and hearing no one wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chair Reyes closed public comments. 6. Consent Calendar 6A. Approval of Minutes Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. Commissioner Chauhan requested a modification to the minutes under Section 7C to include a statement noting that there are substantial costs associated with the required environmental analysis pursuant to CEQArequirements. The Planning Commission acknowledged the request, and the amendment was incorporated into the record accordingly. MOTION: it was moved by Commissioner Ao, and seconded by Vice Chair Jhaveri, to approve the Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. City of Cerritos Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Page2

The motion carried (5-0) as follows: AYES: Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Jhaveri, Reyes NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 7. 7A. Public Hearings Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTIONOF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2025-6. A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST- AND SECOND-FLOOR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19525 SHERYL AVENUE. CERRITOS. CALIFORNIA. 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTYIS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7050-015- 028).# +Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. A staff report was given by Associate Planner Metr6 Anthony. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed, providing details about the proposed project and existing property conditions that do not comply with Cerritos Municipal Code requirements. Mr. Anthony provided details about the removal of an unpermitted addition, constructionof a 574-square-footfirst-floor addition, and a new 686- square-foot second floor. Discussion followed regarding the design of the new first- floor addition, second floor and the proposed floor plan. Mr. Anthony concluded his presentation by stating that no public comments were received regarding the proposed project. Chair Reyes opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing no speakers, Chair Reyes declared the public hearing closed. MOTION: it was moved by Commissioner Surti and seconded by Commissioner Jhaveri to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2025-10: RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2025-6, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTYOWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST- AND SECOND-FLOOR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19525 SHERYL AVENUE. CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTYIS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7050-015- 028) The motion carried (5-0) as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT; ABSTAIN : Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Jhaveri, Reyes None None None 7B. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTIONOF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDINGAPPROVALOF PRECISE PLAN 1972-29(A)(2025) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY THE PROPERTY OWNERS LH INVESTMENT GROUP LLC, TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITION TO AN EXISTING WAREHOUSE BUILDING AND COMPLETEOTHER RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS City of Cerritos Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Page 3

AT 14113 183RD STRRET. CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTYIS ZONED INDUSTRIAL (M)/EMERGENCYSHELTER OVERLAY(M-1) (APN 7022-014-019).8 +Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. A staff report was given by Senior Planner Jeremy Loh. A PowerPointpresentation was displayed, providing details about the proposed 9,994-square foot addition project and existing property conditions. Mr. Loh provided details about the proposed addition of 8,994 squarefeet of additional warehousearea and 1,000 squarefeet of new office space, as well as the construction of an additional building entrance. Discussion followed regarding the design and location of proposed facility improvementsto the eastern portion of the subject property. Mr. Loh concludedhis presentation by stating that no public comments were received regarding the proposed project. Chair Reyes opened the public hearing. Seeing and hearing no speakers, Chair Reyes declared the public hearing closed. MOTION: it was moved by CommissionerChauhanand secondedby Commissioner Ao to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2025-11 : A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 1972-29(A)(2025) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY THE PROPERTYOWNERS LH INVESTMENT GROUP LLC, TO CONSTRUCTAN ADDITION TO AN EXISTING WAREHOUSE BUILDING AND COMPLETE OTHER RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT 14113 183RD STRRET. CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA. 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED INDUSTRIAL (M)/EMERGENCYSHELTEROVERLAY(M-1) (APN 7022-014-019). The motion carried (5-0) as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN : Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Jhaveri, Reyes None None None 8. 8A. Reports Reports from Designated Commission Liaison Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan congratulated Chair Reyes and Vice Chair Jhaveri on their new roles on the Planning Commission. Mrs. Chan concluded by informing the Commission that the next Planning Commission meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. 8B. Reports from Planning Commission Members Reports were given by Commissioner Ao, Commissioner Chauhan, Commissioner Surti, Vice Chair Jhaveri, and Chair Reyes. 9. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m. City of Cerritos Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Page 4

/s/Kristin Aquila Kristin Aguila Secretary Attest : /s/Jose "Armin" Reyes Jose "Armin" Reyes Chair Approved: August 6, 2025 City of Cerritos Planning Commission Meeting Minutes July 2, 2025 Page 5

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION

WEDNESDAY - JULY 2, 2025 - 07:00 P.M.

CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CA 90703

Agenda Materials

The complete agenda for this meeting is available on-demand at cerritos.gov and at the Community Development Department, 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, 2nd floor, Cerritos, CA, 90703 during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekend and observed holidays excepted). Any materials submitted to the Commission after distribution of this agenda will be available for public inspection at the Community Development Department during regular business hours. Requests for agenda materials or meeting participation assistance can also be made by email to planning@cerritos.gov or by phone at (562) 916-1201 during regular business hours.

Order of Agenda

The Commission, by majority of those members present, may reorder the business items listed on the agenda.

PUBLIC OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION

The public can observe the meeting via livestream on the City’s website at cerritos.gov, on cable television at Cerritos TV3, or in person in the Council Chamber.

Public Comments

Members of the public may provide public comment for this meeting in person at the meeting or or in writing as described below.

In-person public comment : Public comment on business agenda items will be opened and may be provided during consideration of that business agenda item. Public comment on Consent Calendar and non-agenda items will be opened and may be provided during Agenda Item No. 4.

Written public comment (hard copy or email) : Public comment may be submitted via email to planning@cerritos.gov or by hard copy to the Community Development Department no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please identify the agenda item number in the subject line of the email or hard copy document. All written correspondence received by the 3:00 p.m. deadline will be distributed to the Commission prior to the meeting and retained with the official meeting record.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations

In compliance with the ADA, any person with a disability who requires accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Community Development Department at (562) 916-1201 to request accommodation. The City will use its best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations related to the meeting.

1.

Call to Order

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

Roll Call

4.

Annual Reorganization of the Planning Commission

5.

Public Comments and Suggestions This section is reserved for public comment on Consent Calendar and items not listed on the agenda but that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Verbal comments will be limited to three minutes per speaker, subject to the Chair extending to a maximum of five minutes per speaker, with a total time allotted not to exceed 45 minutes unless the Chair extends.

6.

Consent Calendar Items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. Subject to the discretion of the Commission, there will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner or citizen so requests, in which event the item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

6A.

Approval of Minutes Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes.

Regular Minutes of June 4, 2025

7.

Public Hearings

7A.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2025-6, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST- AND SECOND-FLOOR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19525 SHERYL AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7050-015-028).*

*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

Agenda Report

Presentation Packet

PowerPoint

7B.