Planning commission approves four‑story self‑storage at 720 South Maple Avenue; residents raised view and access concerns

The Montebello Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit to demolish existing buildings at 720 South Maple Avenue and construct a four‑story, approximately 170,582‑square‑foot self‑storage facility operated by Madison Capital Group (brand name Go Store It). Staff recommended approval and found the project categorically exempt under CEQA Guidelines §15332 (infill development). The motion to approve the project carried unanimously.

Why it matters: The project replaces light-industrial and commercial uses on a nearly 1.98‑acre site with a large self‑storage structure that abuts single‑family homes. Commissioners considered compatibility measures including building setbacks, a landscape buffer and limits on windows facing residences. Nearby residents expressed concerns about loss of sunlight, view impacts and driveway easements; the applicant and staff described mitigation measures and outreach results that included a 209‑signature petition in support.

Project and site details Daniel Ruiz, planning staff, described the application (case PC-2025-0001-CUP) filed by Madison Capital Group Management LLC to demolish a one‑story, multi‑tenant building and construct a four‑story self‑storage facility with an approximate gross building area of 170,852 square feet. The project…