Approval of Development Agreement File No. 1118, Activation of the DAZL, and approval of Zone Change ZC 25-03 to Develop a 152,300 SF Self-Storage Facility

The project involves the development of a 152,300 square foot, four-story self-storage facility on a vacant 1.33-acre parcel located at 8825 Artesia Boulevard in Bellflower, California, within ZIP code 90706. To proceed, the applicant, Artesia Palm Realty, LLC, must secure approval for a Zone Change ZC 25-03 to incorporate the Development Agreement Zone Layover (DAZL) into the official zoning map, along with the formal activation of the DAZL as an overlay under Bellflower Municipal Code Chapter 17.67. The DAZL provides tailored development flexibility by allowing deviations from standard zoning requirements related to height, density, setbacks, or use restrictions, while still operating within the framework of the underlying zone. A legally binding Development Agreement will be executed between the City of Bellflower and the applicant, outlining specific public benefits, conditions, and commitments tied to the project's approval. Environmental compliance is governed by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), with the project qualifying for a Class 32 categorical exemption for infill development, contingent upon the submission and approval of technical studies including a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, a Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Screening Analysis, a Biological Due Diligence Investigation, a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, and a Water Quality Management Plan. The project must also comply with local stormwater regulations and low-impact development practices as stipulated in the City’s Municipal Code Chapter 13.20. No federal contract clauses, procurement evaluations, pricing details, or standard acquisition terms apply; instead, the process is rooted in local land-use law and environmental review. Payments related to the filing include a $75 documentary handling fee, and all submissions are processed manually through the City of Bellflower Planning Division at 16600 Civic Center Drive. The project is not subject to federal acquisition regulations, and there is no solicitation, competitive bidding, or awarded contract value—only regulatory approvals and administrative actions required to enable construction. The primary point of contact for the City is the Senior Planner, James Atkins, who oversees the planning and approval process.