Hermosa Beach City Zoning Code

The purpose of an Administrative Permit is to ensure that a proposed use or matter for which an Administrative Permit is required complies with the standards, limitations and other regulations applicable to the subject use or matter.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

Approval of an Administrative Permit is required for uses or developments specifically identified in any section of this Title.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

The Community Development Director of their designee may grant Administrative Permits for all such uses and matters required by this Title to be reviewed and allowed only upon the granting of an Administrative Permit.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

1. A.
   Application Filing. Applications for Administrative Permits shall be filed with the Community Development Department on the prescribed application forms pursuant to Section 17.03.020 (Application Forms and Fees) and Section 17.03.030 (Review of Applications). The application for an administrative application shall include data or evidence supporting the required findings.
2. B.
   Report of Decisions and Findings. Approval will be based upon determining the request complies with applicable standards and regulations and may include conditions necessary to protect public health, safety and welfare.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026) 

Effective on: 7/23/2026

The Director shall make all of the following findings to approve or conditionally approve an Administrative Permit application. The inability to make one or more of the findings is grounds for denial of an application. Written findings shall be prepared when a denial decision is rendered.

1. A.
   The proposed use is allowed within the applicable zone with Administrative Permit approval, and complies with all other applicable provisions of this Zoning Ordinance and the Municipal Code;
2. B.
   The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plan;
3. C.
   The site is physically adequate for the type, density, and intensity (e.g., number of employees and customers) of use being proposed, including provision of services (e.g., sanitation and water), public access, and the absence of physical constraints;
4. D.
   The design, location, size, and operating characteristics of the proposed use are compatible with the land uses on site and in the vicinity of the subject property; and
5. E.
   The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the proposed use at the location proposed will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a menace to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or the general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity of the proposed use.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026) 

Effective on: 7/23/2026

The Community Development Director may impose reasonable conditions deemed necessary to ensure compliance with the findings for an Administrative Permit.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

1. A.
   Appeals. Appeals of Administrative Permits shall be processed pursuant to Section 17.03.120 (Appeals and Calls for Review).
2. B.
   Expiration and Extension. An approved Administrative Permits may expire or be extended pursuant to Section 17.03.090 (Effective Dates: Expiration and Extension).
3. C.
   Revocation and Expiration. Revocation and Expiration of any Administrative Permits shall be processed pursuant to Section 17.03.110 (Revocation of Permits).

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. F), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026) 

Effective on: 7/23/2026