Earlier editions: 2026-07
Hawthorne Municipal Code Ch. 17 05c. AIRPORT MASTER PLAN
Hawthorne Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Hawthorne
Cite as: Hawthorne Municipal Code Chapter 17 · Text as of 2026-10-04
§ 17.05c.010. Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to acknowledge and make reference to the Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport master plan (AMP) as approved by the City Council, including the airport layout plan (ALP) as approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The boundaries of the Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport covered by the airport master plan are shown on the official Zoning Map of the City.
(Ord. 1907 § 5, 2007; Ord. 2263, 6/23/2026[1])
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Editor's Note: This chapter was renumbered from Ch. 17.22A.
§ 17.05c.020. Airport master plan.
The Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport master plan, a copy of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, shall be the governing land use document for the 80-acre area covered by that master plan. The boundaries of the master plan area are shown on the Zoning Map and depicted with a zoning designation of Hawthorne Municipal Airport master plan (AMP).
This master plan was prepared to evaluate the airport's capabilities and role, to forecast future aviation demand, and to plan for the timely development of facilities as may be required to meet future demand. The ultimate goal of the master plan is to provide systematic guidelines for the airport's overall maintenance, development, and operation.
(Ord. 1907 § 5, 2007; Ord. 2263, 6/23/2026)
§ 17.05c.030. Relationship of master plan to zoning ordinance.
The provisions of the master plan shall control over duplicative and conflicting provisions of the Hawthorne Zoning Ordinance. In the event the adopted master plan is silent as to a development standard or procedure, the provisions of the Hawthorne zoning ordinance shall control.
(Ord. 1907 § 5, 2007; Ord. 2263, 6/23/2026)
§ 17.05c.040. Determination of consistency.
All new construction, new additions to buildings, and any other exterior improvements that require issuance of a building permit within the AMP area shall be subject to the provisions of the AMP and shall be found compatible with the AMP, including the ALP. Review of plans for consistency with the requirements of the AMP shall be the responsibility of the Director. Such items as building height, placement, and design shall be subject to the Director's review and approval for AMP conformance and consistency. Review by other City departments and agencies may be required depending on the nature of the proposed improvement.
Appeals on any administrative determination by the Director shall be taken to the Planning Commission pursuant to the procedures as set forth in Section 17.06b.190 of this Title.
(Ord. 1907 § 5, 2007; Ord. 2263, 6/23/2026)
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