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PC - Minutes 09-01-81i f ~ CITY OF ROSEMEAD i , 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 1, 1981 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The Special Meeting of the Planning Commissionof the City of ..Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Lowrey at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Rosemead City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. ;The,Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Lowrey. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Absent: None Ex Officio: Walker, Dickey, Carmona,.Christianson, de Zara 3. 'PRECISE PLAN REVIEW . 81-1: Request by J. H. Hedrick and Company for a planned development review in conjunction with a-49-unit planned development project located at 1100 Walnut Grove Avenue, also known as Tract Map No. 38455. The Staff Report dated August 25, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona. During his presentation, Mr. Carmona informed the.Commission that J.H. Hedrick & Company has submitted a schematic/concept plan, dated August 31, 1981, pro- posing a redesign of the six (6) units identified as Units A through F, in Building No. 1. The design modification resolved the site distance concern pertaining to traffic safety. Further, the changes increased the number of functional on-site parking spaces by 12. A supplemental staff memorandum dated September 1, 1981 was presented to the Commission, which modified the Staff Report dated August 25, 1981. Due to a possible conflict of interest, Commissioner De Cocker asked to be excused. Chairman Lowrey granted Commissioner De Cocker's request to be excused. Chairman Lowrey indicated to the audience that the matter was not a public hearing, but asked if a representative from J.H. Hedrick Company was present to answer any questions. A representative from Hedrick & Company identified himself. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding various aspects of the project. ADDRESSING THE COMMISSION..: Mr. Steve Boggs J.H. Hedrick & Company 900 South San Gabriel Boulevard San Gabriel, California Mr. Boggs answered questions by the Commission regarding the project. Among the matters under discussion were the roofing materials proposed for the project and alternative materials, water pressure and fire flow, speed and speed bumps, and utilization of solar power. Mr. Jim Nelson, Project Engineer 408 South Rosemead Boulevard Pasadena, California Mr. Nelson responded to questions on adequacy of fire flows and alternative roofing materials. The discussion continued with considerable emphasis on roofing materials. Chairman Lowrey called a recess, and the meeting reconvened 15 minutes later. Planning Commission Minutes Special Meeting - September 1, 1981 Page Two ADDRESSING THE COMMISSION: S.C. Edinger 8649 Landisview Lane Rosemead, California Mr. Robert De Cocker 8617 Landisview Lane Rosemead, California Mr. Edinger expressed his satisfaction that the Commission was seriously looking at fire proof roofing materials. Mr. De Cocker expressed his concern with the trimming of the trees between his property and the project drainage swale,and the retaining wall. He requested a meeting with Hedrick representatives and City staff to clarify these concerns. Edith Chapman Hall Jack Hershey 1118 Walnut Grove Avenue 1032 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California Rosemead, California Mrs. Hall thanked the Planning Commission for their help in saving her oak trees, and complimented J.H. Hedrick & Company for their cooperation in keeping her informed regarding this project. Mr. Hershey expressed his concern with the differences in elevation between his property and Hedrick's property. His specific concern was with drainage and retention. Mr. Nelson clarified the drainage plan in the vicinity of Mr. Hershey's property. Alex Vollaire 1121 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, California Mrs. Porter 1133 Muscatel Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. Vollaire stated his concern with the possibility that people will climb over the wall, and:walk across his property, to gain access to the golf course. He further stated his concern with a parking space proposed to be near his property. He stated that the location of this parking space would allow occupants of an automobile parked there to look into his bedrooms. In addition, he expressed his concern with drainage. Mr. Nelson again eluded to the drainage plan. Mr. Boggs also stated that the security gate on Walnut Grove will probably deter any people from coming through and jumping over onto Mr. Vollaire's property to gain access to the golf course. `Mrs. Porter discussed her concerns over the wall height. Mr. Walter Kitchen 8641 Landisview Lane Rosemead, California Mr. Kitchen commented on the number of children in the adjacent condominium projects. The discussion by the Commission continued regarding the applicability of fire proof roofing material. .-:Commissioner Mattern made the recommendation for an additional condition requiring fire proof roofing material. Commissioner Ritchie discussed parking for the mailboxes. He requested that this be considered. He also recommended the following additional conditions: -Fire sprinklers to be provided in the enclosed garages. -Moisture sensors and timing devices be added to the underground irrigation system. -All wood fences shall have steel supports set in concrete. -Mark all uncovered parking spaces for guests only. -Double line all parking spaces. Planning Commission Minutes Special Meeting - September 1, 1981 _ Page Three -Provide a fire proof roof. -Mark some parking spaces for mailboxes only. An extensive discussion ensued regarding the mailboxes, the.required open space, and the exterior material of the buildings. ADDRESSING THE COMMISSION: Mr. Robert Gibbs, Attorney J.H. Hedrick & Company Mr. Gibbs commented on the open space problem which was left open for verification, and the nature of the roof covering. There was a discussion between the attorneys relative to the applicability of the concept plans approved with the zone change in 1979, to this precise plan as presented. Commissioner Ritchie asked, for the purposes of clarification, to have all the recommendations by the Planning Commission reviewed. Mr. Carmona then offered the following summation of the evening's recommendations and additional con- siderations for PD Plan 81-1: -All open parking spaces shall be designated for guest parking only. -Steel supports for all wooden fences. Steel supports shall be set in concrete. -Timing devices and moisture sensors shall be added to the irrigation system. -Fire/heat actuated sprinkler systems shall be added to enclosed garage areas. -Patios shall not be used for storage of any kind, (to be added to the C,C, & R's). -Wooden shake or shingle roofs shall not be allowed, and. fire proof roofing material shall be provided. -Graded areas on driveways shall be brushed or combed. -Speed bumps shall be installed. -Plumbing for solar heating shall be provided. -The location of the mailboxes shall be approved by the United States Postal Service. -Representatives of the Hedrick Company shall meet with adjacent property owners to clarify the concerns stated this evening. Commissioner Ritchie stated that due to there being several items.relative to this project that were still not resolved, he would prefer not to render a decision on this matter tonight. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern to cancel the tentative Study Session on September 15, 1981, and continue the consideration of the planned development review for Precise Plan Review 81-1 on Tuesday, September 15, 1981. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern Noes: None 4. ADJOURNMENT - There being no further business to come before the Commission,% Chairman Lowrey adjourned the meeting at 11:00 p.m. to.the next regular meeting September 15, 1981 at 7:30 p.m.