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Staff said three conditions were the focus of follow-up: (1) a one-time in-lieu parking payment required by the approval (staff quoted an amount in the update as “$16.05 $34.98” tied to two parking spaces under Title 10, Chapter 3.13 but did not clarify the figure in the meeting); (2) addressing outstanding code-compliance issues at the lot, including uneven pavement and lighting; and (3) starting work within 180 days of the April approval. Staff reported the applicant has paid or agreed to the in-lieu option, obtained a permit to resurface and restripe the lot, and resolved or is resolving lighting/security issues. Staff said a timeline for resurfacing will be requested and that they expect work to begin sooner than the full 180 days allowed by the building-permit start window.

Commissioners and staff discussed ownership and future uses. Staff confirmed AT&T owns the parcel. Commissioners asked whether the lot would remain a parking lot; staff said once compliance conditions are met the owner could sell the parcel, and future changes in use or new buildings would require public hearings and applicable design-review or permit processes. The commission also discussed community interests: Historic Preservation Commission member Brian Akins urged consideration of the museum’s use of the lot (the museum uses it as overflow) and noted local interest in securing the parcel’s association with the museum. Staff said the chain-link fence on the site will be removed as part of permit work, and that lighting modifications (for example, motion-activated fixtures) could be considered to reduce neighborhood light pollution while improving safety.

Staff said resurfacing and restriping permits have been approved and enforcement issues (lighting, uneven pavement) are being addressed with a timeline to be provided. Commissioners asked staff to continue reporting timelines and to coordinate permit conditions with code compliance. The item was informational only and will return to staff tracking and potential future hearings if the property owner pursues development.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","October 1, 2025 Ojai Planning Commission Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Staff updated the commission on conditions tied to a conditional use permit for an off-site parking lot (111 West Mantelluh/Matilija Street): payment of in‑lieu parking fees, code-compliance repairs and resurfacing permits have been advanced; ownership by AT&T and potential future sale were discussed along with museum interest in the parcel.","taxTitle","Ojai City, Ventura County, California","taxId",72373,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6427894,"Planning Commission approves facade restorations for Ojai Arcade storefronts",1229,204000,1433000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5891735-1be3a21df7c71bb62550f8a9b685d61e&start=204&end=1433","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5891735-1be3a21df7c71bb62550f8a9b685d61e/thumbnail_204000.jpg","/articles/6427894/Ojai-City/Ventura-County/California/Planning-Commission-approves-facade-restorations-for-Ojai-Arcade-storefronts","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6427894-d139f7feea04dd8bb8494bc2a1cc4594/orig.mp4?Expires=1776365691&Signature=IkD1hrzNpLXXvJjFQeKf9C-slhhDztK~XgwC-dxDtSj2VrFR0dNeUB9YLQN5GS8qYs2ITmUkrm7TvexIkeVGJ2fYl9xFDSPMgcvgA1ZMCpkKKXfU~iQe~~FD-NpoNNa-lMRa8Re~Y7xzGqY1h48aa9yzvjoylrKR7wlnXDLuMnhucohS-egCnzCewYrteE-7hKZl9PtpuM8lKzsJpOuL9DWRmGwYwEg2QgXtUAIRZBpFlwFr1aBLs43F4lPndPs4Pn1BeG2E2g9zfkOURXA4nQkLG1qFQ7eVCiYNnDuGmH~aP0oGMkBoAWDw1iT3PbsiAcNSaM8B90DP757YPdqY1w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Ojai Planning Commission on Oct. 1 approved design review permit 25-005 to renovate and restore the front elevations of 102 North Signal Street and 202 and 206 East Ojai Avenue, buildings that face the Ojai Arcade (Ojai historic landmark No. 5) and contribute to the California Register–listed Downtown Ojai Historic District.

Commissioners said the proposal aims to reintroduce original materials and architectural features while adapting the spaces for modern use. The work includes repainting stucco in “Navajo white,” replacing and repainting existing metal storefronts with wood frames, exposing and repairing existing transoms and clerestory windows, replacing a Dutch door at 206 East Ojai Avenue with a simpler wood door, and dividing a large single-tenant space into two units to increase commercial opportunities.

Staff told the commission that the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) reviewed the project and issued a major work permit on Aug. 18. An earlier applicant request to remove a fixed wooden vent and replace it with a storefront window was denied by the HPC during that review; the applicant withdrew that portion of the proposal and the project returned with revised plans. Commissioners asked staff to remove an outdated reference to eliminating a fixed wooden vent from the resolution; the commission directed staff to remove that language from the project-specific conditions and any ‘‘whereas’’ clauses before finalizing the resolution.

Commissioners also discussed paint and trim colors: proposed wood frames and window trim will be painted “Saddle Up Brown,” and doors will be painted a “rustic red” to match existing arcade features, while stucco areas will remain Navajo white. The applicant said existing ivy on the façade will remain.

Architect representatives described the existing storefronts as later, thin-steel replacements and said the proposal restores wood storefront systems more in keeping with the building’s historic character. The new storefront at 102 North Signal is proposed to be flush with the exterior wall and to open inward; staff and the applicant said the occupant load does not require doors to swing outward.

Before the final vote commissioners confirmed the resolution would be corrected to remove references to the vent removal and to fix the spelling/term for clerestory/transom windows. On a roll call the commission recorded Commissioner Graham — aye; Vice Chair Murphy — yes; Chair Trent — yes. Commissioner Chesley had recused earlier in the meeting from this item. With the corrections noted, the commission approved the design review permit.

The commission and staff said the intention is to restore historic fabric where feasible while limiting construction impacts to existing tenants.","The Ojai Planning Commission approved design review permit 25-005 to restore storefronts at 202 and 206 East Ojai Avenue and 102 North Signal Street, aligning materials and colors with the historic Ojai Arcade. Commissioners removed an outdated reference to removing a fixed wooden vent from the resolution before approving the permit.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6427881,"Planning commissioner to step down; staff reviews director's exemption notifications",303,2352000,2655000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5891735-1be3a21df7c71bb62550f8a9b685d61e&start=2352&end=2655","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5891735-1be3a21df7c71bb62550f8a9b685d61e/thumbnail_2352000.jpg","/articles/6427881/Ojai-City/Ventura-County/California/Planning-commissioner-to-step-down-staff-reviews-directors-exemption-notifications","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6427881-b7f2e0d8221bf7df341782d806d63c37/orig.mp4?Expires=1776365691&Signature=mUO8Nt1e1Ezc3cpTgZEDPT1pz~N3jW6sP1kAVZ3UhseXIWive82yhOkueYkfRajgud1QaZYW4ZG11Mn4Ke8DGb46tGeWN8HhOVjrpfVN~uMuVt5JfxX-CW64KG80dPBEewUgOXBGUssewpc-qqZERe~1MesBCY~4J3mqUHplGApXLEPLEbIsNXNF4WJX1y5g9n4Qbi2rpjJbVCd0q1rzoR3k409Eu-5gblEurWBLMjlSPpkVrrDg1XFYNALuLrcpsk4-QM8K~zGAhgGXLYDnLDFfbOp3E9CMr5lp-1IozjClu0LlBa3Od5FKvUuN7E4qLf3gd2pC~nzhruYnG6PDxg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the close of the Oct. 1 meeting a commissioner announced they will step down after the meeting, creating a vacancy on the Ojai Planning Commission. Commissioners and staff thanked the departing commissioner for years of service and noted the commission will follow the city’s appointment process to fill vacancies.

Earlier in the meeting staff reviewed the City’s Director’s Exemption process, which allows certain design-review permits to be processed administratively rather than as public hearings before the full commission. Staff said director’s exemption notices are posted on the city website and emailed to commissioners and city council; staff requested commissioners confirm the email addresses on file to ensure they receive call-ups for items they believe should be heard by the full commission.

City council liaison Rachel (last name not stated) thanked the departing commissioner for service and said she would serve as liaison in the next quarter. Commissioners were reminded that future meeting agendas may be light (one meeting recommended for cancellation) and that several projects remain in the review pipeline and will return when applicants provide complete submittals. No formal personnel actions were taken at the meeting.","A commissioner said Oct. 1 that this would be their last Planning Commission meeting; staff also briefed commissioners on the Director's Exemption process and requested commissioners verify contact information for email notifications of exempted projects.","actionData","errors"]

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