7528 North Bellaire Avenue Mixed-Use Project (ENV-2023-7895-MND)

The 7528 North Bellaire Avenue Mixed-Use Project is a proposed development in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, involving the demolition of an existing vacant single-family residence to make way for a 233,632 square foot mixed-use complex on a 3.92-acre site. The project scope includes two three-story buildings totaling approximately 220,232 square feet of self-storage space, which will provide roughly 1,584 storage units and 700 square feet of office space. Additionally, the development features a nine-unit townhouse-style apartment complex consisting of a two-story, 13,400 square foot building and 5,600 square feet of open space. Site improvements include 87 off-street parking spaces, hardscape, and landscape enhancements. To facilitate this development, the project requires several entitlements, including a General Plan Amendment to change land use designations to Commercial Manufacturing, a Zone Change to CM-1, a Conditional Use Permit for storage within 500 feet of residential use, and a Site Plan Review. Comprehensive environmental and technical assessments have been conducted to address the project's impact on the surrounding area. Technical studies indicate that the development will generate approximately 353 daily trips, which falls below the threshold requiring a formal LADOT Access, Safety, and Circulation Assessment. Utility analyses confirm that existing water and wastewater infrastructure can accommodate the projected demands, including a peak wastewater flow of 19,485 GPD and a peak water demand of 6.49 gpm. Environmental reviews, including a Mitigated Negative Declaration, have addressed potential impacts regarding greenhouse gas emissions, air quality, noise, and vibration, finding them mitigatable to less than significant levels. Specialized monitoring requirements are in place for archaeological and paleontological resources, requiring a qualified professional to oversee ground-disturbing activities. Furthermore, geotechnical evaluations and environmental site assessments have addressed soil conditions, methane presence, and historical land use to ensure safe and compliant redevelopment.