Revamping Ventura Boulevard Plan
Council members are planning to introduce development changes to the area that we all know as “west, down Ventura Boulevard” by Tom Perry
Council members are planning to introduce development changes to the area that we all know as “west, down Ventura Boulevard” by Tom Perry.
As reported by Urbanize, the 26-year-old Venture-Cahuenga Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan might soon see changes. The original plan that dates back to 1991 guides land use and development for the iconic street that stretches through the Valley between Woodland Hills and Studio City. Four Council members who are trying to revamp it – Bob Blumenfield, David Ryu, Paul Krekorian and Paul Koretz – believe that it’s a great time to introduce the changes since the original plan is outdated and is “unresponsive to changes in community and business needs, design guidelines, commercial economics and development.” The group also mentiones the plan’s inadequacy as to new transportation policies.
The reports with options for changes and updates from several groups with the city, including the Planning Department and Department of Neighborhood Empowerment will most likely be available in 60 days. The reports will also cover costs, potential funding sources and an approximate timeline.
The motion will be referred to the City Council’s Planning and Land Use Committee for consideration.