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PC - Minutes 2-1-93CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 1993 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Vice Chairman Lowrey 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 Vice Chairman Lowrey. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Breen. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: Lowrey, Ruiz, Breen, Young Absent (excused): Ortiz Ex Officio: Wagner, Price, Tarr, Pitzer 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting of January 18, 1993. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Breen, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of January 18, 1993, as presented. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Breen, Young Absent: Ortiz 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. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-575 - 8629 Garvey Avenue - Request from L.A. Cellular Telephone Co. to erect a 60-foot monopole antenna for cellular telephone service (continued from 1-4-93). Mr. Tarr presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the case to the February 16, 1993 meeting, which would allow additional time to resolve improper storage practices and lack of maintenance at the site. The public hearing remained open. Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was: Linda Paul, representing Los Angeles Cellular Telephone Co., 17785 Center Court Drive, Cerritos. Ms. Paul stated that her company has been working with the property owner in an effort to resolve some of the violations mentioned by staff; that new plans had been submitted which show correct parking, additional landscaping, and also indicate that L.A. Cellular will take care of building a 6 ft. high block wall where the existing wall is inadequate; that the property owner has been in touch with several of the tenants regarding violations; that the graffiti has been taken care of; that the trash bin has been relocated; that some issues still need to be resolved; that the property owner is out of town; but that based on the advancement made so far, she hoped that the project could be approved tonight. Ms. Paul offered to answer questions from the Commission. PC Minutes 2-1-93 page 2. Commissioner Breen stated that during his inspection of the property he had noticed that the roof still leaks, that the locks on the doors still don't work and that one of the units has a caved-in ceiling as a result of the recent rainfall. Ms. Paul stated that she was not aware of these issues; that she had been working closely with staff and that in the event it becomes necessary for L.A. Cellular to choose another site, it was promised to her that the case would be expedited in the fastest possible way. Commissioner Ruiz stated his opinion that some of the issues are out of L.A. Cellular's control, and that all possible efforts to improve the property had been made. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ruiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 92-575. The motion died for lack of a second. There being no objection, the Chairman ordered the item to be continued to the February 16, 1993 regular meeting. 7. DESIGN REVIEW 93-57 - 1900 Town Center Drive - Request from Tim Nagao to change the sign logo at the May Company Department Store. 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 was: Tim Nagao, 950. S. Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena. Mr. Nagao stated that the proposed signs are in good design taste and in character with the existing signs. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Young, seconded by Vice Chairman Lowrey, to approve Design Review 93-57. Vote resulted: Yes: Ruiz, Lowrey, Breen, Young Absent: Ortiz 8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-572 & ZONE VARIANCE 92-245 - 2111 San Gabriel Boulevard - Request from Lawrence Lee to establish the Manna Restaurant/Piano Lounge with a shortage of parking spaces. Mr. Tarr presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the item to the March 15, 1993 meeting so that further survey information regarding parking could be submitted by the applicant and evaluated by staff. The Vice Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was: Bonnie Culbertson, President of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, 3953 N. Muscatel Avenue, Rosemead. Ms. Culbertson stated that the proposal is for an expansion of the Manna Restaurant while the existing portion will continue to operate; that the current restaurant serves lunch and dinner and closes at 10:00 pm.; that the new addition does not open until 9:30 p.m.; that the total occupancy load allowed is 80 people; that only two other locations in the center are open till 9:00 p.m. so that there is an ample amount of vacant parking spaces every weekend and week night after 9:00 p.m.; that the proposed addition will be a high-class operation; and that the Chamber of Commerce is in favor of the project. PC Minutes 2-1-93 page 3. In response to a question by Commissioner Young, Ms. Culbertson stated that each location has a maximum occupancy load of 80 people, and that Mr. Lee would be willing to consider closing the original restaurant at the same time the new addition opens, although there does not seem to be a need to do so. Commissioner Ruiz inquired about the tenant in Suite L. Mrs. Culbertson responded that this tenant will relocate. The Vice Chairman asked for input from the Commission before closing the public hearing. Commissioner Young asked if the owner could come forward to further discuss the parking situation. Addressing the Commission was: Lawrence Lee, 8105 Avinger Drive, Rosemead. Mr. Lee stated that all but two places in the center close before 7:00 p.m.; that plenty of parking is available after 9:00 p.m., and that he would be willing to ask all the tenants to sign a statement to that effect, stating the time they close. Mr. Lee had no objection to the addition of a condition regarding the hours of operation for the restaurant and lounge. The Vice Chairman closed the public hearing. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Young was in favor of approving the proposed shared parking with the addition of the following condition: "The closing time for the existing restaurant shall be commensurate with the opening time of the proposed addition (9:00 pm on week days and 9:30 p.m. on weekends). There shall be no patrons lingering 30 minutes after closing time". There was no objection from the commission. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, to approve Conditional Use Permit 92-572 and Zone Variance 92-245 subject to the original and added conditions. Vote resulted: Yes: Ruiz, Lowrey, Breen, Young Absent: Ortiz OTHER BUSINESS 9. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 89-476 - Request to continue the on-site sale of beer and wine at 9510 Valley Boulevard (Asian Gems Restaurant). Mr. Tarr presented the staff memorandum and'recommended a three- year extension. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Breen, to extend Conditional Use Permit 89-476 for a period of three (3) years, subject to conditions 1 through 8. Vote resulted: Yes: Ruiz, Lowrey, Breen, Young Absent: Ortiz PC Minutes 2-1-93 page 4 10. PC RESOLUTION 93-4 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-577 ALLOWING A GARMENT MANUFACTURING BUSINESS IN AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE LOCATED AT 2664 STINGLE AVENUE. 11. PC RESOLUTION 93-5 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING APPROVAL OF ZONE VARIANCE 92-247 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9540 VALLEY BOULEVARD. 12. PC RESOLUTION 93-6 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23538 TO SUBDIVIDE A THROUGH LOT INTO TWO (2) LOTS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2628 KELBURN AVENUE/2653 FALLING LEAF AVENUE. Mr. Price presented the resolutions by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by commissioner Young, to waive further reading and adopt. Vote resulted: Yes: Ruiz, Lowrey, Breen, Young Absent: Ortiz 13. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter - None. 14. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Announcement by Mr. Tarr that a draft copy of the proposed Air Quality Element will shortly be available and will be forwarded to the Commission. B. Inquiry by Commissioner Breen if the City might impose a no parking law from 3 am to 5 am. 15. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. The next meeting will take place on February 16, 1993, at 7:00 p.m.