Page updated: October 16, 2025
Project Information
The City Engineer has accepted Coastal Development Permit (CDP) Application No. 25-03 for the Angels Gate Park Master Plan Implementation (Project). The Project is located in the single permit jurisdiction area of the Coastal Zone and within the maintenance yard at the Dept. of Recreation and Parks (RAP) Angels Gate Park at 3601 Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA.
The Angels Gate Park Master Plan Implementation (proposed Project) is located within publicly accessible and restricted access areas of Angels Gate Park at 3601 Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 in the single permit jurisdiction area of the CaliforniaCoastal Zone. The Project includes demolition of two barracks (building Nos. 825 and 827) in the upper reservation area of Angels Gate Park each approximately 1,400 square feet; and demolition of latrine (building No. 625), approximately 2,400 square feet, near S. Gaffey Street and Leavenworth Drive. The Project would make pedestrian access improvements including the demolition of the existing sidewalk and curb on Leavenworth Drive and replacement with new stairs and ramp. In addition,installation of up to four 2-foot by 8-foot facility directory signs near the Gaffey Street entrance of the park. The Project would landscape along Leavenworth Drive near building No. 625 which includes removal of existing vegetation and landscaping, planting species native to the region, and reconstruction of the irrigation lines. The existing stone pillars at S. Gaffey Street park entrance would be refurbished. Buildings No. 825 and 827 are inaccessible to the public with fences and locks. Additionally, buildings No. 825 and 827 are in a state of disrepair and are not currently suitable for any uses. Building No. 625 is not fenced in but is closed off to the public due to it being unsuitable for use or activity.
Environmental Review
RAP determined the Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to:
- State CEQA Guidelines Article 19 15301 (a); 15301 (l) (4); and 15303 (e)
- Los Angeles CEQA Guidelines Article III, Section 1 Class 1, Category 1; Class 1, Category 11 (d); and Class 3, Category 6.
The Project consists of minor alteration of electrical conveyance, demolition and removal of small structures, new construction of an accessory structure.
Coastal Development Permit Application
PUBIC HEARING: The City Engineer has accepted Coastal Development Permit (CDP) Application No. 25-03 for the Project and held a public hearing on May 6, 2025 at 6 PM. The public hearing notice and presentation slides are available for download below:
Public Hearing Notice
Presentation Slidedeck - May 6, 2025
PUBLIC COMMENT: The public comment period is now closed as of May 13, 2025.
NOTICE OF DECISION and STAFF REPORT: On October 16, 2025 , the Bureau of Engineering issued the Notice of Decision approving local CDP No. 25-03 with standard conditions and starting the appeal period which will end on October 31, 2025. BOE also released the Final Staff Report.
Staff Report for CDP Application No. 25-03
Notice of Decision for CDP Application No. 25-03
Notice of Appeal Form for CDP Application No. 25-03
The application, exhibits and other information relating to the case are available for your review at 1149 S. Broadway, Suite 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015-2213 in the Office of the Environmental Management Division. If you have any questions, please contact Timothy Glick at (213) 485-5733 or tim.glick@lacity.org.