Development Review Project No. DRP24-0093 and Conditional Use Permit No. CUP24-0008 - ARCO Gas

The City of Whittier Planning Division is overseeing Development Review Project No. DRP24-0093 and Conditional Use Permit No. CUP24-0008 for the ARCO Gas station located at 14005 Whittier Boulevard, Whittier, California. The project involves the construction of a 426 square-foot expansion to the existing convenience market, the installation of two new gas pump canopies, and various additional site improvements. Furthermore, the conditional use permit seeks authorization for the sale of alcoholic beverages under a Type 21 Off-Sale General license and the implementation of extended hours of operation. The project has been granted a Notice of Exemption from further environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 and 15332, as it is classified as an in-fill development project involving minor alterations to existing facilities in an urbanized area. This determination is based on the project's consistency with local zoning and General Plan designations, as well as the lack of significant impacts on traffic, noise, air quality, and protected species habitats. Administrative oversight is provided by Assistant Director of Community Development Luis Escobedo and Assistant Planner Alejandro Murillo.