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PC - Minutes 3-1-93• CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 1, 1993 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Young at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Ortiz. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Lowrey. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: Lowrey, Ruiz, Young, Breen, Ortiz Ex Officio: Wagner, Price, Lyons, Tarr, Troyer, Pitzer 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting of February 16, 1993. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of February 16, 1993, as presented. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Young, Ortiz Abstain: Breen (based on his excused absence on 2-16-93) 4. EXPLANATION OF HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS - City Attorney Stan Price explained the public hearing process and the right to appeal decisions of the Planning Commission to the City council. 5. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH - The secretary administered the oath to members of the audience wishing to speak. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 6. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 51544. ZONE CHANGE 92-193. ZONE VARIANCE 92-248 & GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 93-1 - 8445-8463 Mission Drive - Request from Dolly C. Leong, Stanley S. Leong, and Daw H. Shwe to construct nine (9) single-family detached homes on a .94 acre planned development. Mr. Lyons presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the project were: Lawrence W. Speight, of Speight Engineering Company, Inc., 9101 E. Slauson Avenue, Pico Rivera. Mr. Speight stated that he represented Ms. Dolly Leong and her brother who have owned the property since the late 19801s; that he considered the PD development ideal for the location; that the project would be very compatible with the neighborhood; that the project would have only one single driveway on Mission Drive; and that over 40 neighbors signed a petition in favor of the project, of which many were in the audience. Referring to condition #15 of the Engineer's report "(Developer will be responsible for overlaying of half of the street on both street frontages, Mission Drive and Willard Avenue)", Mr. Speight stated that he would like to evaluate the extent of improvements needed after completion of the project, and modify the condition accordingly. PC Minutes 3-1-93 page 2. Darrell Flanery, 138 N. San Gabriel Boulevard, San Gabriel, Realtor and Planning Consultant. Mr. Flanery stated that he supported the staff's recommendation; that the property has had a density greater than R-1 during the last 40 years; that the people who are in opposition should be made aware that there are less desirable uses possible for the property; and that the proposed development is the best use for this property. Joanie Matsdorf, 4833 N. Willard, stated that she was in favor of replacing the existing homes with the proposed development, but expressed concern about parking on the street, and flooding at Willard and Mission, and hoped that the development would help to alleviate that situation. Allan Dochterman, owner of 4735 N. Willard, stated support for the project. Jack Furin, 4733 N. Willard, stated support for the project. Mrs. John Merris, 4716 N. Earle, stated support for the project. Chairman Young had all those in favor raise their hands, (around a dozen hands were raised). Addressing the Commission in opposition of the project were: Janice L. Dooley, 4647 N. Earle. Ms. Dooley stated that she felt that the proposed driveway could add to traffic problems on Mission; that four or five new houses on the property would be more acceptable; that parking and water supply could create a problem, and that the project was not compatible with the surrounding area. Claudie Zelaya, 4647 Earle, Ms. Zelaya expressed concern that the proposed homes would be too expensive for one single family, which could lead to more than two cars per unit, which could add to parking in the street and to increased air pollution. Ms. Zelaya preferred five or six new homes on the property. Given an opportunity for rebuttal,. Mr. Speight stated that the design team had considered all the concerns expressed; that many of the concerns raised are a necessary component of development, that the development would be fully landscaped, that new homes are more efficient with the use of water and utilities than older homes; and that the project is designed as medium sized owner-occupied single-family homes. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the commission: commissioner Breen stated his opinion that the area seemed more suitable for six or seven homes, and that 36 new bedrooms could result in a drain on the school district. Mr. Lyons responded that upon building new homes, developers are required to pay a substantial amount of money to the school district for the impact on the school system. The amount is based on the square footage. From the audience, Mr. Speight stated that the amount to be paid to the school district for the entire project amounted to $47,700. Mr. Lyons made it clear that the City makes sure that development pays its way, such as impacts on the school district, and $800 per unit for the Parks & Recreation Department for park maintenance, and street maintenance. PC Minutes 3-1-93 page 3. Mr. Breen stated that he appreciated the information and requested that the minutes include the comments pertaining to the funding of parks, schools, and street maintenance. Commissioner Ruiz stated that he was in favor of the project. Commissioner Lowrey concurred with Commissioner Ruiz. Commissioner Ortiz inquired what type of garage doors would be used. Mr. Lyons responded that the design included roll-up doors. Commissioner Ortiz inquired how the oak trees on the property would be affected. Mr. Lyons responded that five out of the six oak trees will remain and the one that has to be cut down will be replaced with at least two fair-sized trees. Commissioner Ortiz expre of satellite dishes, and down below the 6 ft. Planned Development is proposed, and that any approval. >sed concern about possible installation proposed a condition that these be kept fence level. Mr. Tarr responded that a built according to the precise plan addition requires Planning Commission Commissioner Ruiz requested clarification of the change proposed by Mr. Speight on the overlay of Mission and Willard. Mr. Lyons stated that he preferred to leave the condition unchanged since it is a standard procedure to ask for this improvement. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, to approve Tentative Tract Map 51544, Zone Variance 93-248, Zone Change 93-193 and General Plan Amendment 93-1. Vote Resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Young, Breen, Ortiz Commissioner Ortiz expressed appreciation for the design of the project. 7. DESIGN REVIEW 93-58 - 8548 Valley Boulevard - Request from Lan-Khanh Tan to refurbish an abandoned service station. Mr. Tarr presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the project were: Lan Tan, 8548 E. Valley Boulevard. Mr. Tan stated that he was the owner of the business; that he has a five-year lease on the property; that the driveway will be repaved and that the conditions of approval are acceptable. The agent of the property owner and the tenant stated that the business owner is planning to clean up the property, and that he has made arrangements for proper disposal of used oil. There being no one else wishing to address the commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Ruiz expressed concern about the safety of the block wall at the southwest corner. It was agreed to add the following condition: "The block wall adjacent to the garage shall be rebuilt or repaired to the satisfaction of the Planning Director." PC Minutes 3-1-93 page 4. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, to approve Design Review 93-85 subject to the conditions as added. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Young, Breen, Ortiz OTHER BUSINESS 8. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-549 - Request to continue the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption at 8118 Garvey Avenue (Seaworld Seafood Restaurant). Mr. Troyer presented the staff memorandum and recommended a three (3) year extension. (MO) Without further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Breen, to extend Conditional Use Permit 92-549 for, a period of three (3) years, subject to conditions 1 through 12. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz., Young, Breen, Ortiz 9. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 91-544 - Request to continue operation of a garment manufacturing business at 8515 Garvey Avenue, Unit B (H&C Fashion). Mr. Tarr presented the staff memorandum and recommended a two (2) year extension. Commissioner Ortiz stated that he had observed 17 people working in the facility at one time (only eight are allowed) and that a mezzanine is being used which seems hazardous. For these reasons, commissioner Ortiz suggested that the item be continued. There being no opposition, the Chairman ordered the item to be continued to the April 5, 1993 regular meeting. 10. EXTENSION OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 49136 - Request to extend map approval for a period of two years to facilitate development (8835 Mission Drive). Mr. Lyons presented the staff memorandum and recommended a two (2) year extension with addition of the following condition: "The developer shall be responsible for the pavement overlay of Mission Drive along the project's entire frontage. The overlay shall be as required by the City's pavement management report." (MO) It was moved by commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Breen, to extend Tentative Tract Map 49136 subject to conditions 1 through 27. 11. PC RESOLUTION 93-9 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-575 ALLOWING A 60-FOOT MONOPOLE ANTENNA FOR CELLULAR TELEPHONE SERVICE AT 8629 GARVEY AVENUE. 12. PC RESOLUTION 93-10 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-578 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMERCIAL MINI-MALL LOCATED AT 2547 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. 13. PC RESOLUTION 93-11 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING THE CONTINUED USE OF A ROOM ADDITION CONSTRUCTED WITHOUT PERMIT WHICH ENCROACHED INTO THE MINIMUM REAR YARD SETBACK FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4437 DUBONNET AVENUE. PC Minutes 3-1-93 page 5. Mr. Price presented the resolutions by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz to waive further reading and approve. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Young, Breen, Ortiz 14. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter - None 15. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Commissioner Ortiz reported that access to the homes behind the old Ole's property on Valley Boulevard is obstructed and unsafe. B. Commissioner Ortiz reported that there are illegal storage sheds and a platform behind the BBC Restaurant on Garvey. C. Commissioner Breen reported that Lloyd's Transmission on Valley Boulevard has six parking spaces, two of which are marked "handicapped", and inquired about the requirements. D. Commissioner Ortiz inquired if the use of mezzanines in commercial areas affects the required parking. 16. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m. The next meeting will take place on March 15, 1993, at 7:00 p.m.