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PC - Minutes 06-05-95CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING June 5, 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 Breen 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 May 15, 1995 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Ortiz, seconded by Commissioner Breen to approve the minutes of May 15, 1995. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: LOWREY Commissioner Lowrey's vote to abstain was based on his excused absence of the May 15, 1995 meeting. 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 95-634 - 9726 E. Valley Boulevard - Request from Chul Hoon Lee to transfer ownership of an existing off-sale general liquor license (Type 21), dba La Pinarena (cont'd. from 5-15-95 and 4-17-95 meetings). Mr. Lyons presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve the extension request for one (1) year, subject to the conditions of approval 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: PC Minutes 6-5-95 Page 2 of 6 Chul Hoon Lee, 9726 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. Mr. Lee, the applicant, expressed his appreciation for the approval of his request and he also stated that he was agreeable to all the conditions and that he will ensure adherence to all of them. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Ortiz was concerned with regards to the inadequate walk way near the storage area and the aisle near the electrical panel which was previously discussed. During his course of inspection, he saw a large rodent. Mr. Lyons suggested to have the LA County Vector Control go and visit the site. Commissioner Breen suggested to poll the Commission and approve the item for six (6) months instead of a year in order to monitor compliance to the conditions of approval. Commissioner Lowrey wanted to know if the dwelling next door to the west side of the store is part of the property. Mr. Lyons responded that it is completely a separate lot and staff had contacted the owners of the mini mall and the residential property with the camper trailer to make sure that the back portion of these two properties are better maintained. Chairman Ruiz felt that the applicant had made an effort to comply with all the conditions of approval and he agrees with staff's recommendation of instructing the electrical and building inspectors to go and inspect the site. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Loi, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to extend Conditional Use Permit for one (1) year, subject to the conditions of approval. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE Commissioner Ortiz stated that the applicant had made a lot of effort in cleaning up the property and he wanted the applicant to know that this effort was highly appreciated and to continue this on behalf of the community. B. MODIFICATION OF PARCEL MAP 24136 - 3450 Bartlett Avenue - Request from Sophia Wong to modify a tentatively approved parcel map to subdivide an existing parcel into three (3) separate parcels to facilitate single family dwelling development, for property located at 3450 Bartlett Avenue. Mr. Lyons presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve the Modification of Parcel Map 24136, subject to the same conditions of approval as approved on the 16th of January 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: • • PC Minutes 6-5-95 Page 3 of 6 Dennis Wong, 3450 Bartlett Avenue, Rosemead. Mr. Wong, the applicant, stated that he was ready to answer any questions of the Commission. Commissioner Loi wanted to know the reason for the change from the south side to the north side. Mr. Wong responded that the project was almost done when they found the driveway facing the northside was unusual and not accessible, and also it was more favorable for the grading. Addressing the Commission in opposition of the project was: John Rauth, 4528 Bartlett Avenue, Rosemead. Mr. Rauth wanted to know the total square footage of the lot. Mr. Lyons stated that the total square footage of the entire property is 21,579. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Ortiz inquired as to the elevation of the grading, whether it was going to be equal level or higher than the adjacent properties with no fillings or subterranean diggings. Mr. Lyons responded that this project does include a sum pump which reduces the amount of grading necessary. He requested the applicant to come forward and give his response. Mr. Wong stated that everything in the previously approved plan was being adhered to and the only change or modification was the driveway. Mr. Lyons continued that there may be a slight change in the elevation as shown in the parcel map. The existing grade will slope slightly to the sum pump and the sum pump will pump it out to the street. Compared to other flag lots, this project has a relatively flat grading plan because of the sum pump and will not impact the surrounding area. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commission Loi to approve Modification of Parcel Map 24136, subject to the original conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit "A". C. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-639 - 8526 E. Valley Boulevard - Request from Michael C. Tse to transfer ownership of an existing off-sale general (Type 47) liquor license in conjunction with an existing restaurant and nightclub, dba T & J Restaurant. Mr. Troyer presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the item to allow time to direct the applicant to address existing deficiencies. Chairman Ruiz observed that upon his inspection he found the trash enclosure was not maintained properly and he concurred with staff's recommendation of continuing the item for thirty (30) days. Commissioner Ortiz had some concern with a broken stained glass window along the frontage that needs to be repaired. • PC Minutes 6-5-95 Page 4 of 6 It was ascertained that the applicant's representatives were in the audience. Mr. Lyons explained to them that the public hearing will not be opened and the item will be continued to July 17th meeting and requested them to come in and see staff during business hours at the City Hall to discuss the matter. It was unanimously agreed by the Planning Commission to continue the item to July 17th meeting. D. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 95-638 - 8232 E. Garvey Avenue, #101 & #102 - Request from Chin Chan Ho to transfer an existing on-sale beer and wine (Type 41) license in conjunction with an existing restaurant, dba Nha Hang My Dung. Mr. Troyer presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve Conditional Use Permit 95-638 for one (1) year, subject to the attached conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit "A". Commissioner Loi clarified a typo which should be corrected to read as Nha Hang My Dung being the name of the restaurant and Chin Han Ho being the applicant. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was: Giao Le, 1515 La Quinta Circle, Upland. Mr. Le, the applicant, stated that he was there to answer any concerns from the Commission. Chairman Ruiz was concerned with the back door exit that had a sunken area. The parking had a lot of accumulated stagnant water that had the tendency to become unhealthy and attract flies. The applicant responded that when they took over the business, it was already in that situation but he would look into it and he would raise up the area to eliminate this health problem. Commissioner Ortiz was concerned with an electrical extension cord of the meat slicing meat machine that needed to be addressed for everyone's safety. There being no one wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Chairman Ruiz to approve Conditional Use Permit 95-638 for one (1) year, subject to the attached conditions of approval. Vote resulted: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN 5. OTHER BUSINESS LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NONE NONE NONE A. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-597 - Request from Henry Wong to continue the on sale beer and wine (Type 41) license in conjunction with an existing restaurant at 8450 E. Valley Boulevard, dba 888 Seafood Restaurant. PC Minutes 6-5-95 Page 5 of 6 • Mr. Lyons presented the staff memorandum with the recommendation to continue the extension to July 17th meeting to allow time to investigate the criminal activities at the Empire Center based on the incident report from the Sheriff's Department. Mr. Lyons also suggested to meet with the applicants for any information that may help reduce or find the source of these type of activities but this do not indicate that these happened at 888 Seafood Restaurant. Commissioner Loi commented that he spoke with the owner and found that most of these activities occurred at the coffee shop located at the other side of the restaurant. Commissioner Lowrey inquired from staff if the place across the street have any types of problems, as well. And secondly, if there is any renter at the main portion of the center. Mr. Lyons replied that since the site across the street is part of City of San Gabriel, he believe that there would be a probability but he will check on it. With regards to the main anchor space, there were several inquiries about a large billiard club or pool hall but our code only allows billiard halls downtown in the CDB district. Commissioner Ortiz wanted to know if there was any type of security in the area to prevent crimes. Mr. Lyons responded that Empire Center has some sort of security, but he can not tell how effective it is. It was unanimously agreed by the Planning Commission to continue the item to July 17th meeting. B. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 84-291 - Request from Noemy Mendez to continue the on sale beer and wine (Type 41) license in conjunction with an existing restaurant at 9544 E. Valley Boulevard, dba Casa Carlos. Mr. Troyer presented the staff memorandum with the recommendation to approve the extension for six (6) months, subject to the conditions of approval outlined in Exhibit "A" Discussion by the Commission: (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 84-291 for six (6) months, subject to the conditions of approval. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, LOWREY, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE C. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 83-278 - Request from Emmanuel Babakitis to continue the on-sale general (Type 47) license at 7813 E. Garvey Avenue, dba Patrick's. Mr. Troyer presented the staff memorandum with the recommendation to continue the item to June 19th meeting to allow sufficient time for the applicant to comply with the conditions of approval. It was ascertained that the applicant was unable to come to tonight's meeting. PC Minutes 6-5-95 Page 6 of 6 It was unanimously agreed by the Planning Commission to concur with staff's recommendation and to continue the item to the June 19th meeting. D. PC RESOLUTION 95-15 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA REVOKING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 93-582 ISSUED TO AMAX JOINT VENTURE ENTERPRISES, INC. (NOW DOING BUSINES AS KISS/NASA KTV). Mr. Price presented the resolutions by title only. (MO) It was moved by Chairman Ruiz, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to waive further reading and adopt. Vote resulted: YES: LOI, RUIZ, BREEN, ORTIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: LOWREY Commissioner Lowrey's abstain vote was based on his excused absence of the May 15, 1995 meeting. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter not on the Agenda - None 7. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Mr. Lyons welcomed Josie Pickett back to work and also Commissioner Lowrey from his enjoyable trip. B. Commissioner Loi thanked Mr. Lyons for providing helpful information with regards to "Open House" signs from the City of Alhambra. C. Commissioner Ortiz instructed staff to go and investigate 3122 Bartlett Avenue. As he recall, there was no subterranean parking lot approved in the grading plan. D. Chairman Ruiz expressed his sympathy and condolence to Josie Pickett and her family for the demise of her husband. 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 June 19, 1995, at 7:00 p.m.