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PC - Minutes 12-04-95II i CITY OF ROSEMEAD . 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 4, 1995 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Ruiz at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice-Chairman Ortiz. Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Lowrey. ROLL CALL - Present: Commissioners Loi, Lowrey, Breen, Ortiz and Chairman Ruiz Ex Officio: Wagner, Price, Lyons, Troyer & Saavedra 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- Regular meeting of November 20, 1995. (MO) It was moved by commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Chairman Ruiz to approve the minutes of November 20, 1995. 2. EXPLANATION OF HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS - City Attorney, Stanton Price, explained the public hearing process and the right to appeal decisions of the Planning Commission to the City Council. 3. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH - The Commission Secretary administered the oath to members of the audience wishing to speak. 4. A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-655 - 8736 E. Garvey Avenue - Request from Mr. Sang Chuong to establish operation of a.. sewing factory, dba C & L Fashion (Cont'd from 11/6/95). Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and stated that the application had withdrawn the application. B. MODIFICATION 95-04 FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23320 - 4341 Rio Hondo Avenue - Request from Eric Friedman to modify an approved Tentative Parcel Map by adjusting lot lines and amending the proposed units to be constructed (Cont'd from 11/20/95). Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and recommended approval of Parcel Map Modification 23320. PC Minutes 12/4/95 Page 2. Commissioner Breen asked what the floor area ratio was? Mr. Lyons stated that it meets all development standards. Chairman Ruiz opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone wishing to speak on behalf of this matter. Mr. Eric Friedman, 9440 Telstar, #201, E1 Monte, Owner, stated that the reason for the change to the floor plan is to have it flow better, therefore a change must be made to the setback area. Chairman Ruiz asked if a hammerhead driveway is useful for the other lots. Mr. Friedman stated that there is enough room in the rear lots. No negative impact. Chairman Ruiz then asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak on behalf of this matter. Ms. Barbara Hogan, 4341 Rio Hondo stated that she lives on the property on a fixed income and has been served papers to move. Wishes for Mr. Friedman to allow her to stay till the first of the year. Mr. Friedman stated that the property is currently in escrow, but it will not close until the tenant is out. Does not own the property yet, cannot grant Ms. Hogan's request. Chairman Ruiz stated that the City has no control over the seller, but we hope everything will work out for Ms. Hogan. Chairman Ruiz then closed the public hearing. (MO) It was moved by commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve Modification 95-04 for Tentative Parcel Map 23320. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE C. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-653 - 3021 Sullivan Avenue - Request from Mr. Don Long Ly to develop a single family residence greater than 2,500 square feet. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report and recommended approval, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Chairman Ruiz asked how wide the alleyway was behind the property. Mr. Troyer stated about 15 feet. Chairman Ruiz opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone wishing to speak on behalf of this matter. Mr. Wai Lee, 701 S. 1st Avenue, #118, Arcadia, representing owner, stated that after reviewing the conditions, they have a problem with removing the existing driveway. Also stated that since the property was so long (190ft) and the garage was in the rear, they felt that the existing driveway in front would be useful because it was closer to the front door and as additional parking for guest. r u PC Minutes 12/4/95 Page 3. Pi Mr. Lyons stated that the City has an ordinance about driveways not leading to anywhere. Mr. Lee stated not to look at it as a driveway leading no where. A lot of houses have driveways leading to the back. Chairman Ruiz stated that 50 years ago they did have long driveways. Chairman Ruiz then asked if you have a garage in the back, why do you not want to park in the garage. Commissioner Ortiz stated that the City adopted ordinances to control the front yard paving and to help with vehicle parking on the lawns. The City is trying to keep the City green and beautiful for our children to enjoy. Commissioner Lowrey asked if we need to add a condition regarding the removal of the front driveway? Mr. Troyer stated that it was Condition #16. Mr. Lee stated that he understood the Commission's concern, but they are not asking for an additional driveway, just keep the existing one. Also feels that the his client will not go forward with the project if they are required to remove the driveway. Chairman Ruiz then asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak on behalf or against this matter. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. (MO) It was moved by commissioner Lowrey, seconded by commissioner Ortiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 95-653, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: 5. OTHER BUSINESS LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NONE NONE NONE A. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 84-291 - 9544 E. Valley Boulevard - Request from Noemy Mendez to continue an on-sale beer (type 40) alcohol license, dba Casa Carlos. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report and recommended approval for a period of three (3) years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Chairman Ruiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 84-291, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE B. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-435 - 8210 E. Garvey Avenue - Request from Miguel Mardueno to continue an off-sale general (type 21) alcohol license, dba Los Toros Meat Market. i PC Minutes 12/4/95 Page 4. i Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and recommended approval for two (2) years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Loi, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 88-435, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE C. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 90-505 - 8425 E. Valley Boulevard - Request from Jose Castillo to continue an on-sale beer and wine (type 41) alcohol license in conjunction with an eating establishment, dba World Pizza. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report and recommended approval for a period of three (3) years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Loi to approve Conditional Use Permit 90-505, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE D. EXTENSION OF ZONE VARIANCE 92-249 - 4437 Dubonnet Avenue - Request from Michael Douglass to extend a variance approval to complete rehabilitation of existing structures. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and recommended approval for one (1) year. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve Extension of Zone Variance 92-249, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE E. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-567 - 8208 E. Garvey Avenue - Request from Manuel Ocampo to continue an on-sale general (type 48) alcohol license, dba Melody Lounge. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report which indicated that there were five incidents reported in the past year and upon inspection of the premises, condition #10 was in violation, which involves the back door being opened. Staff is recommending approval for a period of one (1) year. Manuel Ocampo, that there we but since they more problems. Chairman Ruiz parking 3221 Vineland, Baldwin Park, owner, stated re a lot of problems with the door and drunks, built the new parking lot, the seems to be no asked if there were any incidents before the lot was built. • • PC Minutes 12/4/95 Page 5. Mr. Lyons stated that all five incidents occurred after the parking lot had been built. Commissioner Ortiz stated that an employee was beat up in the back area in the past and asked if the applicant agreed to the condition of having security to protect the employees and patrons of the establishment. Mr. Ocampo stated that it was not his employee that got beat up, but the store. Mr. Lyons stated the shopping center east of this location had a security guard and there seems to be fewer problems. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Loi to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 92-567, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE F. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-622 - 8927 E. Garvey Avenue - Request from Yuen Want Tan to continue the operation of a sewing factory, dba Tai Pan Fashion. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report and request that this item be continued to the December 18th meeting. G. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-626 - 3357 N. San Gabriel Boulevard - Request from Jesus Garcia to continue an off-sale beer and wine (type 20) alcohol license, dba La Esperanza Meat Market. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report and recommended approval for a period of two (2) years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Breen to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 94-626, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE H. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-630 - 9712-16 E. Valley Boulevard - Request from Hilario Navarro to continue an off-sale beer and wine (type 20) alcohol license, dba Del Pueblo Market. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and recommended that this item be continued to the December 18th meeting. 9 • PC Minutes 12/4/95 Page 6. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR A. PC RESOLUTION 95-48 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-654, ALLOWING OPERATION OF A SEWING FACTORY, DBA C & T FASHION, LOCATED AT 8905 E. GARVEY AVENUE, #B-7 (APN: 5289-019-097). B. PC RESOLUTION 95-49 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING ZONE VARIANCE 95-274, REDUCING SIDE YARD SET BACK REQUIREMENTS FOR AN INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO A RESIDENTIAL USE LOCATED AT 2714 STINGLE AVENUE (APN: 5282-010-012). (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Chairman Ruiz to waive further reading and adopt. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 7. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - This is the time for the public to address the Planning Commission on any matter not on the Agenda. Mr. Anthony Jaime, 3120 Isabel, Rosemead, stated that he had a problem with his neighbor regarding the placement of a fence. Mr. Lyons stated that he had met with Mr. Jaime and explained that this dispute was a civil matter not the City's. Mr. Jaime stated that the City should adopt an ordinance regarding a fence line. Chairman Ruiz stated that Mr. Jaime should contact the Building Department regarding code requirements. 8. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF Mr. Lyons again wanted to congratulate and wish James Troyer good luck in his new job. Commissioner Loi asked about Josie. Mr. Lyons stated that he had called and left her a message today. She is still having bone marrow treatments. J Mr. Troyer said that he will miss the City, Commissioners ti and staff. Commissioner Loi asked about the monthly Planning Association meeting. Mr. Lyons stated that there will not be one for December. There being no other business to come before the Planning commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. The next Planning Commission meeting will take place on December 18, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.