Ordinance No. 25-1764 (ZTA No. 2025-03)

Ordinance No. 25-1764 (ZTA No. 2025-03) is a legislative action by the City of Norwalk Planning Division to amend Title 17 of the Norwalk Municipal Code. This citywide initiative focuses on updating zoning regulations, including revised definitions, parking standards, and specific use guidelines for commercial and manufacturing zones. The amendments also address permitted uses for the R-1 and institutional zones, update the land use matrix, and establish new regulations for emergency shelters and low-barrier navigation centers. Additionally, the ordinance introduces Section 17.04.500 to specifically govern mixed-use development. The project is managed by Nancy Lee, the Development Services Manager, and is located at 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California. Regarding environmental compliance, the City has filed a Notice of Exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), citing the common sense exemption because the activity is determined to have no possibility of a significant effect on the environment. This action is a regulatory update to the municipal code rather than a procurement contract for services or supplies.