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PC - Minutes 07-06-81i CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JULY 6, 1981 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Lowrey in the Council Chambers of Rosemead City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Mattern. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Schymos. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: Schymos, De Cocker, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Absent: None Ex.Officio: Kress, Dickey, Carmona; Fernandez 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting, June 15, 1981 It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to approve the foregoing Minutes as printed. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not on the Agenda. Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. No one came forward. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. ;ZONE CHANGE 81-125: Request by Narramore Christian Foundation for a modification to an existing Planned Development plan for property located at 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue. (Continued from June 15, 1981) The Staff Report dated July 6, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recom- mendation for conditional approval was made. Chairman Lowrey requested that nayone wishing to address the Commission with regard to this project, rise and be administered the oath. The witnesses were administered the oath by the secretary. Chairman Lowrey opened the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. PROPONENTS: Mr. Richard Hull 15935 Amber Valley Whittier, California Dr. Lee Bendell, Vice President Narramore Christian Foundation 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Hull addressed the Commission with regard to the changes incorporated into the revised plan. He also stated that the concerns of the residents of the area and the Planning Commission had received consideration, resulting in the reduction of the size of the proposed structure, and an increase in the proposed on-site parking. In addition to this, the orientation of the building had been changed to minimize the loss of privacy for the adjacent residents. Dr. Bendell also addressed the Commission regarding the revised proposal, and expressed his opinion that the revisions would be less likely to cause an ad- verse effect on the adjacent property owners' residences. He further addressed the Commission regarding the proposed on-site parking, and informed the Commission that the parking would be located in an area where another structure had been proposed on the original plan. ' Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - July 6, 1981 Page Two OPPONENTS: Jose Gonzales Francis Rodriguez 8725 Drayer Lane 8537 Drayer Lane South San Gabriel, California South San Gabriel, California Mr. Gonzales expressed his concern with the Narramore Christian Foundation's intentions with regard to this new structure. In addition he expressed his concern with the revised proposal, and the possible blocking of his view. Ms. Rodriguez also addressed her concern with the new structure causing a nuisance in the vicinity, and stated that the maximum height that would be acceptable to her would be one story. Mr. Hull was allowed to address the Commission with regard to the testimony of the previous witnesses, and he stated that in his opinion, the proposed structure would not block the view or generate any of the detrimental factors feared by the residents of the area. Chairman Lowrey closed the Public Hearing at 7:55 p.m. There was a lengthy discussion by the Commission regarding the use of the vacant structure on the property, the use of proposed Building No. 15, and the placement of air conditioning/heating units on the roof of the building under review at this time. In addition, the amount of open space, the size of the proposed parking stalls, the proposed parking plan, and the legality of changing the use of a structure without review by the Planning Commission were also considered. Mr. Hull stated that the air conditioning/heating units would not be placed on the roof of the proposed structure and that the landscaping and proposed open space would remain the same as on the original plan. Mr. Kress addressed the Commission with regard to the legality of changing the use of a building without review by the Planning Commission, and advised the Commission to impose a condition to this effect to prevent this from occurring again in the future. Further discussion ensued regarding the size of compact car spaces proposed, the number of temporary additional seats that the auditorium would accommodate and the number of additional parking spaces that would be required for the temporary seating. The Commission also expressed concern with the applicability of the 25% parking ratio for commercial zones, in view of the fact that this development is for a residential use. Further, the Commission discussed the compliance with the open space requirements and landscaping requirements, and the small car parking for this project. During this discussion, the members of the Com- mission expressed their preference for compact car parking spaces 8' X 20', rather than 7' X 14'. Also considered and discussed by the Commission was the possibility of converting one of the existing structures on the site to accom- modate the requested use of the proposed structure. Commissioner Mattern stated that he would require a few days to review the revised plan, and the possibility of a continuance was discussed. During the discussion, the matter of the ramp to be installed to link the existing building with the proposed building, and the compact car parking stall size was considered. Mr. Kress then advised the Commission that this matter should be continued to another date or passed on to the City Council with a recommendation for denial from the Planning Commission. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos to refer this matter to the City Council with a recommendation by the Planning Commission for denial of this request. This motion died for lack of a second. Further discussion ensued regarding the matters considered by the Planning Commission during the earlier discussion. it was during this conversation that.a representative of the Narramore Christian Foundation offered to construct a frame of the same size and height of the proposed building so that the Commission could view how the proposed structure would effect the surrounding area. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - July 6, 1981 Page Three it was also determined by the Cormnissionthat.the applicants for this request should be given guidance in the revisions requested by the Commission. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Chairman Lowrey, to continue the public hearing for Zone Change 81-125 to July 20, 1981 to allow the applicants to revise their plan, incorporating compact car parking stalls, 8' X 20' in size, standard car parking stalls 10' X 20' in size; and also to submit a full topography map illustrating the adjacent property topography, percentage of open space exclusive of driveways and parking areas, and the parking plan revised to limit the 25% parking ratio allowed for-commercial zones to Buildings 1 and 4 only. Mr. Hull expressed his concern that the full topography map would require more time to secure. The Commission then stated that they would accept a preliminary topography map already prepared for this project. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None Chairman Lowrey called a recess at 9:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:40 p.m. OTHER BUSINESS 6. MODIFICATION TO SECTION 8110: Request by Josephine Vega for a waiver of the sidewalk requirement for property located at 3509 Strang Avenue. The memorandum dated June 15, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona. There was a short discussion by the Commission with regard to this request. It was moved by Commissioner Mattern, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to grant a waiver to Section 8110 for property located at 3509 Strang Avenue. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 7. DESIGN REVIEW 81-5: Review of plan for an addition to an existing motel, known as "The Golden West Motel", and located at 8711 Valley Boulevard. The Staff Report dated July 6, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recommendation for conditional approval was made. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding this request. Among the matters discussed were handicapped parking requirements, and the location of the trash enclosure.' Mr. Carmona stated that this development would require approximately two handicapped parking spaces. -In addition, Mr. Allipuria, applicant for this request, stated that the location of the trash enclosures would not be changed or relocated. Further discussion regarding the project included the fire access to the units and the installation of smoke detectors in each room. Commissioner Ritchie stated that he would like to add a condition, requiring a written clearance from the County of Los Angeles Fire Department for fire access. There being no objections by the Commission the following was added as Condition No. 14: 1114. written Fire Department approval for access to the property shall be obtained." There was also a discussion regarding the possibility of some of the units containing kitchens being converted and rented as apartments. Mr. Allipuria stated that the units are available for rental on a weekly basis, not on a monthly basis. He further expressed his opinion that the units would be too small to live in for any length of time. Mr. Allipuria then requested that the percentage of kitchen units allowed be increased. The Commission discussed this matter at length, and it was their decision to allow only 25e of the units to be kitchen units. Further, Mr. Allipuria was informed that should he wish to request more that the allowable number of kitchen units, he could file for a zone variance. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - July 6, 1981 Page Four in addition, the existing sign was discussed. The applicant was informed that this sign would have to be removed and replaced with one that conforms to the sign ordinance. The applicant requested that he be allowed sufficient time to replace the sign. After a discussion regarding this request, the Commission decided to allow him one year. There was also a modification to Condition No. 7 requested by Commissioner Mattern. The amended condition reads as follows: "7. All interior landscaping shall incorporate a mature theme, be fully sprinklered with the utilization fo timers and moisture sensors, and maintained at all times." It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to approve Design Review 81-5, subject to the modification to Condition No. 7 and the addition of Condition No. 14; and to accept the Negative Declaration. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker,Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 8. PC RESOLUTION 81-24 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-227 FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON.PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8817 VALLEY BOULEVARD, ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA. Mr. Dickey read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-24. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 9. PC RESOLUTION 81-25 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, A CHANGE OF ZONE, FROM R-2, LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL TO M-1, LIGHT MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2749 MUSCATEL AVENUE, ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA. Mr. Dickey read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-25. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 10. PC RESOLUTION 81-26 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-226 FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A DOG KENNEL/DOG GROOMING SHOP ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9734 ABILENE STREET, ROSEMEAD,.CALIFORNIA. Mr. Dickey read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Chairman Lowrey, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-26. ROLL CALL VOTE-- Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey,.Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 11. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. No one came forward. 12. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Mr. Carmona informed the Commission that the Relocation Committee was one member short. After a short discussion, it was decided that Commissioner Schymos and Commissioner De Cocker.will sit on the Relocation Committee. B. Commissioner Schymos stated that he would like to discuss an earlier agenda delivery day. Mr. Carmona stated that he had provided the..Commission with a memorandum outlining the Planning Department's work schedule and respon- sibilities. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - July 6, 1981 Page Five There was then a discussion regarding the desire of the Commission to receive their agenda packets two weeks in advance of the meeting. C. Commissioner De Cocker requested information on the visit to Narramore Christian Foundation to view the frame of the proposed structure. Mr. Carmona stated that when staff was advised by the Narramore Foundation that the frame was ready, staff would contact each of the commissioners to in- form them. D. Commissioner Mattern requested that a study session on the Parking Ordinance be scheduled. After a short discussion, a study session was scheduled for Monday, July 27, 1981 at 7:00 p.m. E. Commissioner Ritchie informed the Commission. that he would not be present at the next regular meeting, July 20, 1981. F. Commissioner Ritchie also expressed his desire to review the Commission's policy on flag lot developments. He expressed his desire to schedule a study session in August or September, when all. of the Commissionerswould be present. In addition, Mr. Carmona stated that he would distribute copies of his report, "Which Way Is Best?", which addresses flag lot subdivisions. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, Chairman Lowrey adjourned the meeting at 10:45 p.m.