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Los Alamitos council adopts zoning cleanup and new rules for unattended donation boxes
Summary
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Los Alamitos City Council adopted two ordinances that amend zoning rules for thrift stores and add a new chapter regulating unattended donation boxes, requiring city permits, limiting drop‑offs and prohibiting hazardous materials.
The Los Alamitos City Council on Oct. 13 adopted two ordinances amending Title 17 and adding a new chapter to the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to regulate thrift stores and unattended donation boxes.
City staff said the changes clarify landscaping and screening language in the zoning code and add specific rules for donation collection boxes, including a required city permit and limits on when and what may be accepted. "So tonight, we are opening a public hearing to consider 2 ordinances," City staff member Dr. Noda told the council as he introduced the item.
The ordinances, described by the city attorney during the meeting, are cited in the…
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