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PC - Minutes 06-15-81CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JUNE 15, 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 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. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Ritchie. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Absent: None Ex Officio: Kress, Carmona, Christianson, Fernandez 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting, June 1, 1981 Commissioner Schymos stated that he did not abstain from the vote on the Minutes of May 18, 1981, and requested that the June 1, 1981 Minutes be amended to re- flect this. Hearing no objections by the Commission, the amendment was so ordered. It was moved'by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to approve the Minutes of June 1, 1981, as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not on the Agenda Mr. Steven Galindo, representing the Rosemead Neighborhood Council, inquired how he could be placed on a mailing list for notification of all future projects on Walnut Grove Avenue. Chairman Lowrey requested that Mr. Galindo contact staff for further information on the notification process. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Lowrey announced the matters scheduled for public hearing, and requested that anyone wishing to address the Commission regarding any of the matters, rise and be administered the oath. The oath was administered by the secretary. 5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-226: Request by John and Bernardette Russo for the establishment of a dog kennel/dog grooming shop on property located at 9734 Abilene Street. The Staff Report dated June 15, 1981 was presented by Ms. Christianson, and the recommendation for conditional approval was made. Chairman Lowrey asked if the applicants were present. Mrs. Violet Baws indicated that she was present to represent the applicants in the matter. Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing at 7:40 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to address the Commission, the Public Hearing was closed accordingly. Commissioner Ritchie expressed his concern with the additional drainage that will be cause by the new dog runs and asked if the applicants had a proposal for the drainage. In addition to this, he inquired with regard to the installation of the new dog washing tub in the garage and compliance with Code. Mrs. Baws stated that the applicants intended to hook-up to the commercial sewer. She also stated that the tub would only require a minimal amount of space. Ms. Christianson stated that the zoning of the property was M-1 and, therefore, not subject to the residential parking requirementsc.-In addition, she informed the Commission that this project would be subject to the Department of Animal Control Regulations. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 15, 1981 Page Two Commissioner Ritchie then expressed his desire to add a condition requiring all drainage to be directed into the nearest sewer. There was then a, discussion regarding this requirement, during which Commissioner Schymos stated that he did not agree with directing clear water into the sewer system. He further stated that he would agree to the condition, if it was modified to require only the drainage from the floor of the dog runs to be directed into the sewer. The Commission was polled on this matter, and it was the consensus of the Commission to add Condition 7. in addition to the drainage, there was a short discussion regarding the trailer presently located on the site, Mrs. Baws assured the Commission that it would be removed by the present owner. There was then further discussion regarding the drainage. It was stated that the drainage from the floor of the runs should be directed into the sewer, and.the drainage from the roof should be directed to the public right-of-way. There was then discussion regarding the appropriate wording of Condition No. 7. Also considered in this discussion were the potential problems with drainage and flooding in this area. It was suggested that the matter be continued to allow further study of the drainage; however, Mrs. Baws stated that a continuance might delay the closing of escrow. Mr. Carmona then suggested the following wording for Condition No. 7: "7. All on-site drainage associated with the dog runs shall be directed to the public right-of-way." After some discussion regarding this proposal, it was the decision of the Commission to add two conditions addressing the drainage problem. They are as follows: "7. A proper, working drainage system, from the floor of the runs shall be directed into the sewer system." "8. All drainage associated with the dog runs shall be directed to the public right-of-way." It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to approve Conditional Use Permit 81-226, subject to the eight conditions of approval. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-227: Request by Kuo Mei Investments, Inc., for the continued sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption in conjunction with an existing liquor store, known as "Doug's Liquor", and located at 8817 Valley Boulevard. The Staff Report dated June 15, 1981 was.presented by Ms. Christianson, and the recommendation for conditional approval was made. Chairman Lowrey asked if the applicants were present. The applicants for the project stated that they were present. Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing at 8:25 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to address the Commission, the Public Hearing was closed accordingly. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to approve Conditional Use Permit 81-227, subject to the conditions recommended by staff. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None -",The Commission then resumed their discussion regarding Conditional Use Permit.- 81-226, Commissioner Ritchie expressed his desire to add a condition setting forth'an expiration time, and asked Mr. Kress if this would be allowed. Mr. Kress stated that it could be done at the time of the adoption of the Resolution or at this time, but advised the Commission that the applicants be.notified of the action. Commissioner Ritchie then added the following condition to Conditional Use Permit 81-226: "9. This conditional use permit is approved for a period of three years, at which time it-may be reviewed by the,Planning commission for renewal without benefit of a public hearing." Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 15, 1981 Page Three Staff was further instructed to advise the applicants of the addition of this condition, in writing. Chairman Lowrey called a recess at 8:30 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m. 7. ZONE CHANGE 81-124: Request by Overton A. Phillips for a change of zone from R-2, Light Multiple Residential, to M-1, Light Manufacturing and Industrial, for property located at 2749 Muscatel Avenue. The Staff Report dated June 15, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recom- mendation for unconditional approval was made. Chairman Lowrey asked if the applicant was present. Mr. Phillips stated that he was present, and address the Commission with regard to the basis for this re- quest and the background of the property, and zone variance. Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing at 8:45 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to address the Commission, the Public Hearing was closed accordingly. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the adjacent property, also owned by the applicant and addressed as 8742 Garvey Avenue, and Mr. Phillips' intention to sell both properties. In addition to this, the possibility of the lots being used by two different uses was discussed. The Commission also dis- cussed the adequacy of the parking, should the lots be sold off separ_ately.., It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Schymos, to approve Zone Change 81-124. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 8. 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. The Staff Report dated June 15., 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recom- mendation for approval as,set'forth in the Staff Report was made. Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing.at 9:00 p.m. PROPONENTS: Dr. Clyde Narramore 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. William Thorberg 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. Richard Hull 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. Lee Bendell 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue Rosemead, California Dr. Narramore and Mr. Thorberg addressed the Commission with regard to the service the Narramore Christian Foundation provides world-wide. They also addressed the Commission regarding the need for expansion to enable the Foundation to provide their service to a larger number of people. Mr. Hull and Mr. Bendell address the Commission with regard to the design of the proposed structure, and the attempt to make the entire property harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood. Mr. Carmona then stated that a petition opposing this addition had been submitted to him, and passed out copies of the petition to the Commissioners. OPPONENTS: Mr. Steven Galindo Mr. Jose Gonzales 8458 East Sara Street 8527 Drayer Lane South San Gabriel, California South San Gabriel, California Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 15, 1981 Page Four Ms. Francis Rodriguez 8537 Drayer Lane South San Gabriel, California Ms. Eva Corella 8541 Drayer Lane South San Gabriel, California The witnesses addressed the Commission with.regard to their concerns over possible increase of traffic in the area, blocking of their view, and the glare associated with additional on-site lighting. In addition, Mr. Gonzales stated that the plan submitted was mis-leading, since it did not represent the location of his home accurately. Mr. Bendell".then answered the concerns of the residents by informing them that traffic would be directed onto Walnut Grove Avenue. He also stated that there would be no need for additional on-site lighting, and that any additional lighting would be minimal. In addition, Mr. Bendell stated that this plan had been submitted because the other alternative had proven too costly. Chairman Lowrey closed the Public Hearing at 9:35 p.m. There was a lengthy discussion by the Commission with regard to the testimony of the witnesses. Also considered by the Commission were the following items: rental of office space to Southern California Edison, and the impact this had on their parking; the possibility of future modification requests;•the-loss.cf..n" privacy'and view that could be suffered by the residents of the area; the possibility of converting existing structures to alleviate the need of further construction; the placement of the proposed structure on the northeast corner of the property; results of the recent sewer study conducted for the Cal Fed project; proposed size of the new residential units; other structures set forth in the proposed plot plan in relation to the proposal being considered; and the possibility that this site could be utilized for a use other than the Narramore Christian Foun- dation, in the future. 'Mr. Kress then advised the Commission that they could either deny the request or continue the matter to allow the applicants time to submit a new plan for con- sideration". Dr. Narramore then expressed his willingness to resubmit the plans to the Commission. Commissioner Schymos then stated that he would prefer that the'enii-re-T.Tot plan ;be"modified."to preventfuture construction of the buildings already approved on the original plot.plan. In addition, Commissioner Ritchie stated that if the applicants were planning to resubmit, he would like to see the parking plan set forth on the plot plan. He further requested that compact-car parking spaces be incorporated into the parking plan, and that these spaces be 8" X.20' in size. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to deny Zone Change 81-125, modification of the plot plan,'for property located at 1409 Walnut Grove Avenue, Narramore Christian Foundation. Commissioner Ritchie then asked if this denial would require the applicants to submit a new plan. Mr. Kress stated that it would not, and that the Zone Change would go on to the City Council with a recommendation of denial from the Planning Commission. In addition, Mr. Kress informed the Commission that the Council could approve the Zone Change request. Commissioner Ritchie then asked what procedure could be used to require the applicants to submit a new plan. Mr. Kress then recommended a continuance of the Public Hearing. Commissioner Ritchie then made a substitute motion to continue the Public Hearing on Zone Change 81-125, and ask the applicants to submit a plan that will address the concerns of the residents and desires of the Commission. There was then a discussion regarding a substitute motion taking precedence over the original motion. Commissioner Ritchie restated the reasons for his motion. Commissioner"De.Cocker stated that he wished-to withdraw his secondcto Commissioner Schymos' motion 'fordenial. There was then a discussion regarding the appropriateness of the motions, and during the discussion, Commissioner Ritchie was advised to make an amendment to Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 15, 1981 Page Five the original motion. It was moved by Commissioner-Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to amend the motion by Commissioner Schymos for denial of Zone Change 81-125, to continue this matter to July 6, 1981. There was then a discussion regarding the motion on the floor, and the Commissioners were instructed to vote on the motion by Commissioner Ritchie for the amendment. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Lowrey,%Ritchie, Mattern Noes: Schymos Mr. Kress then stated that the motion to amend the motion by Commissioner Schymos was carried, and Commissioner Schymos' motion was now for continuance of the public hearing. Commissioner Schymos then stated that his original motion was for denial of the Zone Change, and requested that the Commission vote on the motion for denial. Chairman Lowrey then restated the motion by Commissioner Schymos and informed the Commission that a yes vote would be to deny the request; a no vote would be to continue the request. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Schymos Noes: De Cocker, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern The Public Hearing on Zone Change 81-125 was then continued to July 6, 1981. OTHER BUSINESS 10. PC RESOLUTION 81-21 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-222 FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8752 VALLEY BOULEVARD, ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA. Mr. Kress read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-21. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 11. PC RESOLUTION 81-22 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-224 FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8685 EAST GARVEY AVENUE, ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA. Mr. Kress read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-22. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 12. PC RESOLUTION 81-23 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-225 FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8742 EAST GARVEY AVENUE, ROSEMEAD, CLAIFORNIA. Mr. Kress read the Resolution by title only. it was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Schymos, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-23. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to;address the Commission. No one came forward. 14. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Mr. Carmona submitted a report on the preparation of the Planning Commission Agenda and requested that the Commission review it and discuss it at a~later date.