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PC - Minutes 06-19-95CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ..ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING June 19, 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, Rosemead. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Ruiz Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Lowrey ROLL CALL - Present: Commissioners Loi, Lowrey, Breen, Ortiz and Chairman Ruiz Ex Officio: Wagner, Price, Lyons, Troyer, Pickett 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular meeting of June 5, 1995 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve the minutes of June 5, 1995. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 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 95-640 - 8258 E. Graves Avenue - Request from Quan Nhu Tran to construct a single-family dwelling that exceeds 2,500 square feet in living area. Mr. Troyer presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the item to July 17th meeting to allow sufficient time for the applicant to address and revise plans and submit a soils report. Commissioner Ortiz wanted to know if it was feasible to require the applicant to have a front setback of approximately 41 to 45 ft. from the property line to the garage, so as not to aesthetically block the view. Mr. Lyons responded that fortunately, this lot has a large backyard which would allow the home to be pushed back a little bit. Staff will take an average of the setbacks in the area and make a recommendation at the July 17th meeting. Mr. Troyer added that condition #12 states that two (2) existing trees at the back site shall not be removed, and to push the home back substantially would violate with this condition. PC Minutes 6-19-95 Page 2 of 6 F It was unanimously agreed by the Planning Commission to continue the item to July 17th meeting. Gene Bishop, Citrus State Development Corporation, 100 N. Barranca Avenue, West Covina. Mr. Bishop representing Eric Friedman Development Company, thanked staff for the favorable recommendation. He also stated that the conditions were all agreable and that they support them. If there were any concerns or questions from the Commission, he will be more than happy to answer them. Mr. Lyons presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve Zone Variance 95-271, subject to the conditions outlined in Exhibit A. It was ascertained that the applicant was in the audience. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was: There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: 0 B. ZONE VARIANCE 95-271 - 3866 AND 3868 Delta Avenue - Request from Eric Friedman to allow for reduced side yard setback requirements between properties. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Breen to approve Zone Variance 95-271, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit A. YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN 5. OTHER BUSINESS LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NONE NONE NONE A. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 83-278 - Request from Emanuel Babakitis to continue the on-sale general (Type 47) license at 7813 E. Garvey Avenue, dba Patrick's (cont.d from 6-5-95 meeting). Mr. Troyer presented the staff memorandum with the recommendation to approve for one (1) year extension, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit A. It was ascertained that the applicant was in the audience. Commissioner Ortiz inquired about the front and rear entrance doors being open. Emanuel Babakitis, the applicant, responded that the doors were opened since they were painting inside the kitchen and that they were doing some renovations. Mr. Babakitis was concerned as to why the recommendation for approval was only for one year when the first letter he received, the recommendation was for two (2) years. He also asked about the status of the license he paid for but never received. Mr. Lyons responded that he will follow up on the status of these permits. Commissioner Lowrey was concerned with the lighting at the parking lot due to narcotics incidents in the past year. 1 • PC Minutes 6-19-95 Page 3 of 6 0 Mr. Babakitis stated that he had already installed two (2) motion sensored lights at the parking lot. With regards to narcotics, he never condones any type of drugs. He also stated that his establishment is one of the best bars in the City and that it has the least amount of problems in the area. In response to the reason for the reduced number of years, Chairman Ruiz stated that it was due to the applicant not complying with condition #6 which refers to the re-striping of the parking lot. Mr. Babakitis explained that per his lease contract, the property owner was supposed to take care of the striping and the fence. With all other conditions, he had faithfully complied with all of them. Mr. Troyer stated that the one (1) year recommendation was to monitor compliance of conditions of approval and the general operation of business. Chairman Ruiz polled the Commission as to the number of years of approval. Commissioners Ortiz, Lowrey, Due Loi and Chairman Ruiz all voted for one (1) year, whereas Commissioner Breen voted for two (2) years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 83-278 for one (1) year, subject to the conditins of approval. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE B. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 91-526 - Request from Pho Tang Vi to continue the operation of a garment manufacturing business at 8942 E. Garvey Avenue, dba Center Fashion. Mr. Troyer presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the extension to the August 7, 1995 Planning Commission meeting to allow applicant sufficient time to address violations of conditions of approval. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Loi asked for clarification from staff regarding condition 1t7, that states, "The front driveway gate will remain open wide (the entire width) between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. every day, except Sundays. Any modification of this condition will require Planning Department approval." He stated that the owner felt that if the driveway gate remained open, the customers of the next door tenant will come and park in their parking spaces making it difficult for them to have control over this issue. Mr. Troyer responded that if the situation merits to keep the gates closed, conditions of approval would be amended. A study needs to be done to give staff and applicant sufficient time to address these problems. Conditions #1, 1i2, #3, €/6, and #7 have not been complied with. Upon staff's inspection, boxes were found at the rear of the site which were unsightly that needed to be removed. Commissioner Ortiz inquired about the removal of the containers in the production area, and also about the office and bedroom. He also observed that there were traffic violations. Mr. Troyer responded that these items will be monitored. PC Minutes 6-19-95 Page 4 of 6 P Mr. Lyons also stated that the poultry business next door is also part of the problem. Staff will monitor these two businesses. It was unanimously agreed by the Planning Commission to concur with staff's recommendation to continue the item to August 7th meeting. C. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-618 - Request from Hoi Loong Hy to continue the operation of a sewing factory at 8815 E. Garvey Avenue, dba Hy Ly Fashion, Inc. Mr. Troyer presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve for one (1) year extension, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit A. Commissioner Ortiz observed that there were about twenty four people in the business site which was in violation to condition #3, which states, "The business shall operate with no more than ten (10) persons at any time." Hoi Coong Hy, the applicant, replied that he did not have twenty four people in the site. He stated that he has twenty four machines but with only nine (9) operators. Having 30- 40 parking spaces, he could not comprehend the reason why he was given only nine (9) operators Mr. Lyons responded that regarding parking spaces, many of the lease spaces in the center are presently vacant but once they are leased out, parking would be tight and this was one of the reasons for parking restrictions. Due to the concerns of the Coin missioners, Chairman Ruiz polled the Commission and all agreed to approve for six (6) months instead of one year. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to extend Conditional Use Permit 94-618 for six (6) months, subject to the conditions of approval. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE D. PC RESOLUTION 95-16 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING MODIFICATION OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 24136, MODIFYING THE DESIGN OF A THREE (3) LOT SUBDIVISION, LOCATED AT 3450 BARTLETT AVENUE (APNN5289-008-040). E. PC RESOLUTION 95-17 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-634, ALLOWING THE TRANSFER OF AN EXISTING TYPE 21, OFF-SALE GENERAL LIQUOR, LICENSE TO CHUL HOON LEE, DBA LA PINARENA, LOCATED IN THE M-1 ZONE AT 9726 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD (APNN8593-024-007). F. PC RESOLUTION 95-18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-638, ALLOWING THE TRANSFER OF AN EXISTING TYPE 41, ON-SALE BEER AND WINE, LICENSE TO CHIN HAN HO, DBA NHA HANG MY DUNG, LOCATED AT 8232 E. GARVEY AVENUE, 11101 &11102 (APN# 5283-009-038). PC Minutes 6-19-95 Page 5 of 6 Mr. Price presented the resolutions by title only. 0 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Breen to waive further reading and adopt. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 6. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter not on the Agenda - None 7. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Mr. Lyons reminded the Commission of the San Gabriel Planning Council monthly luncheon meeting on June 29th regarding "The Challenge of Adequately Housing California's Population", and to inforin the secretary for reservation no later than June 26th, 1995. B. Commissioner Due Loi was very concerned with the live poultry business' smell, filth and cleanliness of the area. Mr. Lyons responded that the City had a moratorium on poultry businesses, and no longer allows this type of busines within the City. Unfortunately, this particular business can not be closed down since it had been in operation before the moratorium. There had been quite a few complaints regarding the place and the Health Dept. has gone and inspected the area numerous times with minor violation. But staff will monitor this operation. C. Commissioner Ortiz was following up the status of the oak tree on Bartlett. Mr. Lyons responded that staff went to inspect the site and the applicant was called in. It was agreed that an arborist would periodically visit the site to make sure that they were adhering to the tree preservation plan. Chairman Ruiz wanted to know the penalty for non preservation of the oak tree. Mr. Lyons responded that the applicant would be forced to re-plant a similar sized tree in that site or re-plant additional trees in other sites which would be very costly. Commissioner Ortiz inquired about the grading. Mr. Lyons responded that he will investigate this matter. D. Chairman Ruiz wanted to know what type of scholarship the City offers. In his son's graduation function, lie observed all sorts of scholarships being awarded, but nothing coming from the City. He suggested to set up a fund from the Commission's fee and call it Commissioner's Scholarship. Mr. Wagner stated that the City used to have the Jeanette Larson Scholarship Fund which was $500.00 in cash awarded to outstanding students. But that was the only time we had it. With regards to scholarship funds, it is Council's policy to give these type of scholarships. Mr. Lyons also added that Mr. Troyer has an on-going program with the Consortium where we take on high school students or recent graduates as interns. This is a Federal funded program for low-income people to get trained into the 0 • PC Minutes 6-19-95 Page 6 of 6 work force. Commissioner Loi supports this sound suggestion, but a guideline must be set up in awarding this scholarship. Chairman Ruiz responded that the school will be responsible in setting up the guideline and awarding this scholarship. There being no other business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. The next meeting will take place on July 3, 1995, at 7:00 p.m.