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PC - Minutes 10-16-95CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSI REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 16, 1995 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 Chairman Ruiz. Invocation was delivered by Vice Chairman Ortiz. ROLL CALL - Present Commissioner Loi, Lowrey, Breen, Ortiz Chairman Ruiz Ex Officio Stewart, Price, Lyons, Troyer & Saavedra 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular meeting of October 2, 1995. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to approve the minutes of October 2, 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. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-648 - 9346 Pitkin Street - Request from Joseph Ybarra to develop a single family home greater then 2,500 square feet (cont'd from 8/21/95 & 9/18/95). Mr. Troyer gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions of approval in Exhibit A. Chairman Ruiz opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone wishing to speak on behalf of the project. Bobby Knox, Architect, 2856 Los Felix Blvd., Los Angeles, and Joseph Cervantes, owner, stated that they had no problems with the conditions and that they were there if the Commission had any questions regarding the project. Chairman Ruiz asked if there was anyone wishing to speak against this project. There being no response, the public hearing was closed. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Loi, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to approve Conditional Use Permit 95-648, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 2 B. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-649 - 7540 E. Garvey Avenue - Request from Mr. Siu Wing Wong for an on-sale beer and wine (Type 41) license in conjunction with an eating establishment, dba Seafood King Restaurant (cont'd from 9/18/95). Mr. Troyer gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Chairman Ruiz asked if the storage could be converted back and lease out in the future. Mr. Troyer stated that the establishment had a long term lease for the storage area. Commissioner Ortiz stated that the take-out was a good business, but parking will be impacted. Suggested maybe having restricted on street parking, 15 minutes. Mr. Stewart suggested that staff could conduct a traffic study and come back in 30 days to review the parking situation. Chairman Ruiz asked if there was any arrows indicating exits and entrances. Mr. Lyons stated no, but the Commission could approve the conditional use permit for 6 months and then bring it back. Chairman Ruiz then opened the public hearing and asked if there was -anyone who wished to speak on behalf of this project. Harry Lim 7771 Garvey Avenue, Rosemead, representing the owner. Mr. Lim stated that the owner asked him for help in understanding and following the conditions and City ordinances. He has talked to the Planning staff and owner to remedy any problems. Chairman Ruiz spoke of the parking situation on Prospect Avenue. Stated that Prospect was a narrow street and allows parking on both side of the street. Chairman Ruiz then asked with there would be any problems with a 6 month approval. Mr. Lim stated no. Chairman Ruiz then asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak on behalf or against this matter. John Rauth, 2548 Bartlett Avenue, commented on how many establishments there were with beer and wine licenses and asked if the Commission was aware of how many beer and wine licenses there were in the City. Mr. Lyons stated that the Planning Department has a,list of all establishments that have a beer and wine license. The City monitors these businesses. Applicants also have to go to ABC for a license. r PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 3 Commissioner Ortiz stated that there are also many businesses that do not have liquor licenses and that the City does check out these types of businesses. Chairman Ruiz then closed the public hearing. Commissioner Ortiz asked if the handicapped parking will be upgraded. Signs and markings. Mr. Lyons stated that the staff will investigate this issue. Chairman Ruiz then stated that the drain in the rear was very clogged up with debris and fish parts, very smelly. Commission Lowrey stated that the Commission has also closed many beer and wine businesses in the City. Chairman Ruiz then polled the Commission on a 1 year approval or 6 month approval. (MO) It was moved by commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 95-649 for a period of six (6) months, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE C. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 24353 - 3106 N. San Gabriel Boulevard - Request from Mr. Thomas Oshiro to consolidate five (5) parcels into one (1) lot for an existing commercial development (cont'd from 10/02/95). Mr. Lyons gave the staff report and recommended approval, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Chairman Ruiz then opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak on behalf of this matter. Edmund Chang, 1108 S. Garfield, Alhambra, is here to answer any questions and is representing the owner. Chairman Ruiz then asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak on behalf or against this matter. There being no one, the public hearing was closed. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded Commissioner Ortiz to approve Tentative Parcel Map 24353, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE D. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23864; EXTENSION - 7833-39 Emerson Place - Request from Mr. Tony Hui, dba Royal Construction, Inc., to extend approval of the subject development for one (1) year. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 4 Chairman Ruiz opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone wishing to speak on behalf of this matter. There being no one, the Chairman asked if there was anyone wishing to speak against this matter. Mr. Rauth stated that the City also approves a lot of these extension. Mr. Rauth went on to say that leaving these properties for long periods of time they become fire hazards and run down. Also wanted to known by granting these extensions, do they fall under possible new code changes or existing ones. Mr. Lyons stated that they fall under the codes at the time of approval. Also stated that if any property becomes a hazard, the City has the owners clean it up. Chairman Ruiz then closed the public hearing. Commissioner Lowrey understands Mr. Rauth's concerns and for him to notify the City of any potential fire hazard . (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Loi to approve the extension of Tentative Parcel Map 23864. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE E. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 24269/ZONE VARIANCE 95-272 - 3908 Muscatel Avenue - Request from Mr. Xa to subdivide one lot into three parcels and relocate an existing house on a proposed lot with a reduced second story side yard setback. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Commissioner Breen asked if the old house could be moved. Mr. Lyons stated yes it could. Chairman Ruiz then opened the public hearing and asked if there was anyone wishing to speak on behalf of this matter. Mr. Tom Tao, 735 W. Emerson Place, Monterey Park, is the Engineer for this project and that he had no problems with the conditions. Chairman Ruiz asked if there was anyone wishing to speak against this matter. There being no one, the public hearing was closed. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to approve Tentative Parcel Map-24269/Zone Variance 95-272, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 5 5. OTHER BUSINESS A. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 83-283 - 2643 N. San Gabriel Boulevard - Request from Ms. Catherine Leung to continue an on-sale beer and wine (Type 41) license in conjunction with an eating establishment, dba Kingsland Restaurant. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Commissioner Loi stated that the restaurant was clean and the parking good. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Loi, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 83-283, 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 87-395 - 939 N. San Gabriel Boulevard - Request from Mobil Oil Corporation to continue the operation of a service station/mini-market. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. Commissioner Loi asked if the applicant was here. Mr. Lyons stated no. Commissioner Loi stated that he feels this item should be continued to the November 6, 1995 meeting. Chairman Ruiz then surveyed the Commissioner on there feelings of a continuance till November 6, 1995. It was agreed by all of the Commission to continue this item till the November 6, 1995 meeting. C. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-451 - 8001 Garvey Avenue - Request from Mr. John Duca to continue the operation of an Auto Auction, dba Los Angeles Dealer Auto Auction. Mr. Lyons gave the staff report with the recommendation to continue this matter to the November 20, 1995 meeting in order to address the problem of trucks parking in the streets. Commissioner Breen stated that the Auto Auction is a major source of income for the City and should continue this matter to address the traffic problem. Mr. Jim DesRoches, General Manager, Auto Auction, stated that they have brought before the City several proposals but City council has denied, including a $100,000 street improvement proposal of Virginia Street at no cost to the city. Chairman Ruiz stated that there has been cars parked on Virginia Street and also has observed trucks parked on Denton Avenue on Saturdays. L' PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 6 Mr. Lyons Commission before the Commission 0 stated that the staff liaison for the Traffic is investigating all previous items brought City Council, Planning Commission and Traffic concerning this'matter. Chairman Ruiz then surveyed the Commissioner's to continue this matter until November 20, 1995. It was agreed by the Planning Commission to continue this matter to the November 20, 1995 meeting. D. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 90-506 - 8515 E. Garvey Avenue, # - Request from Ms. Laura Luong to continue the operation of a sewing factory, dba omega Designer Fashion. Mr. Troyer gave the staff report with the recommendation to approve, subject to the conditions in Exhibit A. It was agreed by the Planning Commission to continue this matter to the November 6, 1995 meeting, because the applicant did not show up. E. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT 95-02 - C-3 & M-1 zones/city wide - Rosemead's Planning Department proposes a municipal code amendment to require certain automotive related uses to obtain a conditional use permit (referred back by City Council with direction). Mr. Lyons gave the staff report with the recommendation for the Planning Commission to recommend to the City Council approval with the proposed standard conditions. Chairman Ruiz stated about viewing the vehicles from the street. Mr. Lyons stated that if and when it will be reviewed to determine the use etc, to conceal the storage area condition #1 requires all work to enclosed building. Commissioner Loi asked why sections same. is approved, each case of walls, landscaping, from the street. Also De conducted within the 4 thru 16 were all the Mr. Lyons stated that the wording was the same because they were going into various sections in the municipal code. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Chairman Ruiz to approve Municipal Code Amendment 95-02. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 6 CONSENT CALENDAR A. PC RESOLUTION 95-37 COMMISSION OF THE CITY STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO REMOVE TWO EXISTING (APN: 5287-020-023 & 024) - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, APPROVING MODIFICATION 95-03 FOR 92-573, MODIFYING DEVELOPMENT PLANS TREES LOCATED AT 7833 EMERSON PLACE PC Minutes 10/16/95 Page 7 B. PC RESOLUTION 95-38 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING A ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 51321 LOCATED AT 3370 BARTLETT AVENUE (APN: 5289-008-057, 058 & 062). C. PC RESOLUTION 95-39 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-650, APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF EXISTING OFF-SALE LIQUOR LICENSES (TYPES 9,12,17,18 &20),FROM 8943 E. GARVEY AVENUE TO 2542 N. SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD (APN: 5283-013-021). (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, 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. 8. MATTER FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF Mr. Lyons stated that he had spoken to Josie and there is no date set yet for the stem celling. Commissioner Lowrey asked if the. Commissioner could get insurance through the City. Mr. Stewart stated no, not in the contract. Mr. Troyer wished Mr. Stewart a Happy Birthday. There being no other business to . come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. The next meeting will take place on November 6, 1995 at 7:00 p.m.