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Commission approves Popeyes drive‑through at East Florence; staff finds traffic and noise within limits
Summary
The Planning Commission approved demolition and redevelopment of 2281 East Florence Ave. into a 1,995 sq ft Popeyes with a drive‑through after staff found queuing, traffic and noise levels compliant with city standards; commissioners approved conditions including a queue management plan and a 6‑ft masonry wall along the residential property line.
The Huntington Park Planning Commission on Nov. 5 unanimously approved a development permit and conditional use permit allowing a 1,995‑square‑foot Popeyes with a drive‑through at 2281 East Florence Avenue.
Staff presented a traffic and noise analysis as part of the project review. The traffic consultant estimated roughly 630 daily vehicle trip ends (about 315 vehicle visits per day) and found nearby intersections would not be overburdened. The project’s drive‑through lane was sized to accommodate 12 vehicles; staff also required the applicant to submit a queue management plan to the city engineer before occupancy to address any potential spillover onto Florence Avenue.
A noise assessment field study recorded daytime noise levels near the site at about 48 decibels and nighttime readings around 51 decibels; Huntington Park’s noise threshold at the nearest property line is 60 decibels. The applicant proposed a six‑foot concrete masonry (CMU) wall along the northern property line adjacent to residential uses; staff noted the wall was accounted for in the noise analysis and recommended additional landscaping.
Project architect Gabriela Marks told commissioners the design was developed to maximize pedestrian access on a relatively small lot and to meet queuing and parking requirements: "We're very proud of the site plan that we put together for this site," Marks said. Heather, representing the franchisee, and the property owner also spoke in favor, noting the project would replace an aging building, produce tax revenue and create jobs.
The commission approved the project with conditions that include the queue management plan, required parking and loading areas, lighting and trash enclosure details, and noise mitigation measures. Roll call recorded "yes" votes from Commissioner Flores, Commissioner Tapia, Vice Chair Estrada and Chair Tarango.
Next steps: The applicant must submit the queue management plan and obtain required building and occupancy permits before opening. Construction timing will follow plan check and permit issuance.
