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2 issues in zoning with medium priority

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Reduced Off-Street Parking Standards Proposal

Staff floated cutting parking requirements for small restaurants and shops to match the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan — one space per 400 square feet instead of 100. Councilmember Clark warned this emptied storefronts in Alhambra a decade ago.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 28, 2026

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General Plan and Zoning Code Update Along Garvey Avenue

The Psomas contract extension funds a smoother transition from the Garvey Avenue Specific Plan to Mixed-Use Overlay zones, expanding housing capacity beyond state requirements. Taiwan Center representatives backed it, hoping for flexibility to add housing near their new Walnut Grove building.

1 mentionLast discussed May 12, 2026