Staff: tenant‑layout changes at 438 Westmore Ave. require standard building, ADA and backflow checks
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Summary
Porterville planning and technical staff reviewed proposed tenant use changes at 438 Westmore Avenue (PRC 2025‑041). Planning said no change in square footage and existing parking appears adequate (about 11 stalls), but building, fire and water staff flagged ADA, fire‑safety (extinguishers, Knox box) and backflow requirements; consolidated comments expected in 2–3 weeks.
City staff told an applicant on Sept. 10 that proposed tenant layout and use changes at 438 Westmore Avenue should proceed but will need standard departmental checks for code compliance.
Planning confirmed the property is in the General Service Commercial zone and that proposed tenant suites fit within existing no‑new‑square‑footage constraints; staff counted about 11 existing parking stalls and did not identify an additional parking requirement for the proposed tenant mix.
Fire said it will require fire extinguishers per tenant and a Knox box so emergency responders can access tenant spaces without forced entry. Building staff said plans will need review and confirmed the existing restroom and layout would serve the two suites, but noted that an ADA stall may need to be provided near the north side of the building.
Water staff said the site will require a backflow prevention device on the water service. Public works noted commercial container requirements for each suite or an approved waiver for organics collection.
Staff will compile and deliver consolidated department comments to the applicant in about two to three weeks; once building and water conditions are satisfied, business‑license processing for new tenants can proceed.