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Planning Commission OKs boutique Pilates studio at Imperial Plaza
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a use permit for Holt Fitness, a 2,200 sq. ft. Pilates‑focused studio at 1225 E. Imperial Highway, finding no parking, noise or safety conflicts after staff review; the decision carries a 10‑day appeal period.
Placentia’s Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve a use permit for Holt Fitness, a proposed boutique Pilates studio at 1225 East Imperial Highway. Staff told commissioners the tenant space will be about 2,200 square feet, will include two studio rooms and an ADA restroom conversion, and plans three full‑time and five part‑time staff and multiple daily classes.
In a detailed staff presentation, planners said the site’s parking supply (about 218 spaces for the center) exceeds the code requirement and that city divisions including planning, building and fire identified no major concerns; the police department requested that the applicant install latch guards on both rear doors as a burglary‑prevention measure. Commissioner questions focused on egress and fire code compliance; staff confirmed the plans had been routed to fire and that required improvements are conditioned on approval.
Applicant Yuri Oh and members of the public who spoke at the hearing expressed support for the studio. Commissioner Smith moved to approve the staff recommendation and Commissioner Evans seconded. The commission approved the permit on a roll‑call vote with all present voting yes. Staff advised the applicant there is a 10‑day appeal period for the decision.
Why it matters: The approval allows a new small business to operate in Imperial Plaza while the city attaches standard safety and building conditions. The record shows staff found no parking or noise impacts and imposed a modest security requirement at police request.
