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Planning commission approves resource‑center permit for Audio Valley Charter school
Summary
The planning commission approved a conditional use permit to allow a 3,240‑sq‑ft resource center for Audio/Valley Charter serving grades 6–12 (independent study model), limiting on‑site operations to tutoring and a capacity of 25 students and six staff; the permit passed 5–0.
The Moreno Valley Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve a conditional use permit (PN25‑0183) for a 3,240‑square‑foot resource center operated by Audio Valley Charter School.
Assistant Planner Christian Lua presented the project and recommended a categorical exemption under CEQA, describing the resource center as an extension of the existing charter school to support non‑classroom‑based independent study for students in grades 6–12. The proposed use will provide one‑on‑one and small‑group tutoring sessions; staff said there will be no daily classroom instruction at the site and estimated capacity at any one time to be no more than 25 students and six staff.
Tim Tudtor, deputy superintendent for Valley Charter School, told the commission the district has operated successfully for 15 years and needs the additional space to provide tutoring and student support.
Public comment on the item was brief and supportive. The commission adopted Resolution No. 2026‑14 finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and approved the conditional use permit with the recommended conditions of approval by a 5–0 vote.
Why it matters: The approval allows the charter operator to expand on‑site student services in a small resource center while retaining its independent‑study model. Conditions limit on‑site instruction and set operational controls to reduce traffic and other impacts.
What’s next: The approval is subject to a 10‑day appeal period to the Community Development Director; absent an appeal, the permit will be final and the applicant may proceed to permit and tenant improvement steps.
