Loading...
PC - Minutes 08-02-82CITY OF ROSEMEAD t 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 2, 1982 " MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Ritchie 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 Commissioner Mattern The Invocation was delivered by Chairman Ritchie. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: DeCocker, Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern ExOfficio: Kress, Rankin, Carmona, Christianson 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting July 19, 1982 It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Schymos to approve the minutes of July 19, 1982 as printed. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DeCocker, Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern 4. ORAL COMMUNICATION' FROM THE AUDIENCE - None PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-240 - A request for an amendment to a previously considered Conditional Use Permit for the establishment of the Church in Rosemead at 2451 Gladys Avenue, and 2454 San Gabriel Boulevard, Rosemead. The Oath was administered. Mr. Carmona presented the staff report explaining that this request was a modification to a design of a basic plan approved several months ago. He explained the modification was looked at to see what advantages this re-design had over the previous one and presented them as follows: 1. The building height was lowered from a two story to a one story; 2. There was an increase of 17 parking spaces; and 3. The closure of a building break on the south side increased the privacy to residents on Gladys Avenue. Mr. Carmona stated that based on these findings and the fact there will be no increase to the 250 seating capacity the department recommended approval of the design modification as offered. Chairman Ritchie opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. PROPONENTS Rev. Dan Hardy, 2451 Gladys Avenue - Rev. Hardy complimented Mr. Carmona on his presentation of the changes to the original design and felt the new design has improved the project, and expressed his anxiousness to proceed with the construction of the church. Mr. David Wang; Civil Engineer, 4416 Franklin Avenue, L.A. - Mr. Wang stated his appreciation to Mr:_Carmona and the Planning Commission for their patience as this was the third time they came before the Commission. He stated the final revision was based on all the City's previous desires and expressed desire to proceed with the project. Mr. Frank Baltano, 8848 Monogram, Sepulveda - Mr. Baltano explained he heard of the churchs' request and wanted to ask the Commission to give the request favorable consideration. Mr. Ernest Liu, 22553 DeLaRosa, Glen Hills - Mr. Liu stated that based on the revisions of the plan for the better he hoped the Commission would give it favorable consideration. PC Minutes - Page 2 August 2, 1982 Mr. Pat Thomasino, 10747 Reseda, Northridge - Mr. Thomasino discussed the increased parking that would be provided under the plan. Mr. Tom Leyland, 8207 Lennox, Panorama City - Mr. Leyland expressed his positive experiences with the church. Mr. David Moyer, 8725 Woodley Ave., Sepulveda - Mr. Moyer expressed his feelings that the modification to the plan was an improvement and he was anxious for a speedy go-ahead with the plans. Mr. Terence Rogers,.4172 Perlida, L.A. - Mr. Rogers expressed his desire to have the modification approved. William Devane, 9919 Gothic, Sepulveda - Mr. Devane explained he was an Elder of the church and a Chairman of the Board and discussed the revisions to the previous plan and also explained to the Commission that the church would like to be able to come back at some future date and ask for an increase to the seating capacity as they anticipate the congregation increasing with time. Commissioner Schymos asked Mr. Devane where would the additional seating be provided should this become necessary and Mr. Devane stated he wasn't sure at this time, he only wanted assurance that he could request this at a later time. Darrell Brown, 2451 Gladys,.Rosemead - Mr. Brown stated as a .person living in the immediate area he wished to work with the people of the church and also discussed sidewalk,changes due to the project. Carol Gloria, 404 E. Markland, Monterey Park - Ms. Gloria, expressed her experiences with the church and her desire to have it located close to her home. OPPONENTS Mrs. Loretta Olea, 2449 Gladys Avenue -,Mrs. Olea expressed that the modification would ultimately allow for more persons on the property.as the seating .-capacity did not really reflect how many persons were using all the rooms and the increase of parking spaces would increase traffic on the site and therefore affect her property. Chairman Ritchie closed the public hearing at 8:05 p.m. Discussion by the Commission. Commissioner Mattern questioned the applicant on the moveable walls as indicated in sheet two of the plot plans. Mr. Hardy explained the use of these moveable walls was for simultaneous language usage, not to provide added floor area and the floor area behind them was included in the total square footage. Commissioner DeCocker commented that although the new building coverage was relatively the same as that previously approved he felt that the increase in the parking area caused a substantial decrease to the landscaped areas and also felt it was the church's ultimate goal to increase the seating capacity to 400 in the sanctuary. Commissioner DeCocker stated he could not support this request because of the decrease in landscaping. -Commissioner Schymos stated that although he was not present for the original approval he did review the design but did agree with the original concept, however he was'disappointed with the changes made to the plan and also felt he could not support the request for a modification. Chairman Ritchie asked Mr. Carmona what the seating capacity was for 83 parking spaces. Mr. Carmona responded and concurred that it would be 415 seats PC Minutes - Page 3 August 2, 1982 Chairman Ritchie questioned Mr. Wang,-the applicant's engineer, if the facility was being built in such a manner-so that an additional story may be added. Mr. Wang said definately not. Chairman Ritchie discussed comparisons between the previous design and the one proposed and stated that even though the floor area has been decreased the paved area has been increased and the landscaping has been decreased by one third. Chairman Ritchie further expressed his concern and dislike for the long lines of parking stalls without any relief, or use of landscaped breaks. Mr. Tom Leyland addressed the Commission regarding the landscaping in so far as - he felt that the landscaping would not affect the City's overall look because of the landscaping provided along San Gabriel Boulevard, and also the shape of the lot lent itself to various ways landscaping could bearranged. Mr. Carmona requested a moment to clarify some points: 1. At present (the modified plan) , under the U.B.C. , the main building is capable of an occupancy of 396 persons, therefore in the future if the church wished to-increase its occupancy it would be possible without expanding the present main building beyond its exterior walls, and 2. The applicant has received approval of 66 parking spaces, and is proposing 83, it would therefore be possible to reduce the parking (by 7 or 8 spaces) along the landscaped area to provide more landscaping at this time, and then at a future date, if the church increases its congregation these landscaped areas could revert back to parking spaces. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner DeCocker to deny the amendment to Conditional Use Permit 81-240. Discussion on the motion. Chairman Ritchie asked Mr. Carmona if the previous design could accommodate room for 400 persons. Mr. Carmona stated that no it could not. Chairman Ritchie further asked if on the original proposal the sanctuary could be expanded to hold approximately 400 persons. Mr. Carmona said conceivably yes as far as the square footage goes. There being no further discussion on the motion the vote was cast as follows: ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DeCocker,..Schymos, Ritchie, Mattern NOES: Lowrey Chairman Ritchie informed the applicants this decision could be appealed. Chairman Ritchie called a 5 minute recess. Commission reconvened at 8:45 p.m. OTHER BUSINESS 6. WAIVER REQUEST TO SECTION 8110 - A request by Mrs. Marian Callahan, 3407 Chariette Avenue for the installation of'sidewalks in accordance with Section 8110 of the Municipal Code. Commissioner Schymosi: expressed his desire to impose a condition of acquiring dedication of right-of-way on the properties where Section 8110 waivers are granted, thus alleviating any possible future problems when improvements are put in under the 1911 Street Improvement Act. Discussion followed regarding factors involved in obtaining right-of-way with waiver requests and Chairman Ritchie suggested that items 6 &r•7 be considered tonight as presented and bring this matter up to Mr. Dickey's attention and perhaps include this information (whether right-of-way is dedicated or not) on all future Section 8110 waiver requests. It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner to grant a waiver request from Section 8110 for property located at 3407 Chariette. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DeCocker, Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern 7. WAIVER REQUEST TO SECTION 8110 - A request by Mrs. Nancy Lee, 8322 Hellman Avenue, for the installation of sidewalks, curbs and gutters in accordance with Section 8110 of the Municipal Code. PC Minutes - Page 4 August 2, 1982 Mr. Rankin offered that this portion of Hellman Avenue was already scheduled in this years budget for full street improvements. It was moved by Commissioner DeCocker, seconded by Commissioner Mattern to grant the waiver to Section 8110 for 8322 Hellman Avenue. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DeCocker, Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern 8. PC RESOLUTION 82-25 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR GARAGE SALES IN RESIDENTIAL AREAS. City Attorney Kress read the resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos seconded by Commissioner Lowrey to waive further reading and adopt. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: DeCocker, Schymos, Ritchie, Lowrey, Mattern 9.' ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - None 10. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF a. Commissioner Schymos discussed his desire to have the City Council consider deleting Section 8110 from the Municipal Code as the section appears to have become obsolete in so far as its intent. Chairman Ritchie, and Mr. Kress gave the Commission a summary of previous Commission actions on this Section and the City Council's response. After a lengthy discussion it was the concensus of the Commission to have the City Attorney d'arft a letter to the City Council recommending that Section 8110 again be reviewed for consideration of possible delection from the Municipal Code. b. Mr. Carmona informed the Commission of his actions relative to the car wash complaint that was.received at the last Planning Commission meeting. He'stated that he anticipated a meeting this week with the property owner and will keep the Commission.informed as-to the action taken. C. Mr. Carmona presented the Commission with the modifications to the R-3 Code for their review and consideration. d. Commissioner Lowrey questioned staff on the follow-up procedures relative to conditionally approved CUP's, Variences, etc. as he felt several locations had not complied with the Commissions' conditions, i.e. The Wagon Wheel, Valle Inn, Mission Valley Liquors. Mr. Carmona explained staff's follow up and stated he would respond back to the Commission regarding those locations mentioned. e. Commissioner Lowrey requested that the Planning Commission receive all Traffic Commission minutes in the future. f. Commissioner DeCocker had a point of information regarding the' proposed motel on Glendon Way, and that although the motel is in a D-Overlay Zone, it should still be made to comply with Section 9122.13 of the Parking Ordinance, i.e. . . . where a parking area abuts a street, it shall be separated therefrom by an ornamental wall having a height of not less than three (3) feet. . He'further stated he wished to have this brought backup before the Commission when the motel is considered. g. Commissioner DeCocker stated that.at-the.intersections:of Valley Boulevard and Walnut Grove; and San Gabriel Boulevard and Walnut Grove there were two signs that said "Narramore Christian Foundation - Graduate School", and they are attached to signal poles. He questioned the legality of these signs as they are within the City right-of-way. Mr. Carmona stated he would look into the matter. h. Commissioner DeCocker stated that he was concerned about all the condominium '-'For Sale" signs that are being put up every week and are in violation of the City's sign ordinance. Mr. Kress recommended that perhaps a general letter to the owners of these projects informing them of the violations, might alleviate the problem. PC,Minutes - Page S August 2, 1982 i. Commissioner Ritchie discussed his design review checklist, that he wished to have incorporated into the staff report prior to submission to the Planning Commission for all future Design Review projects. He asked the Commission to please review and comment on the proposed checklist. 11. ADJOURNMENT There being no further information to come before the Commission the meeting " was adjourned to the Study Session on Wednesday, August 4, 1982, at 6:00 p.m. in the Conference Room of Rosemead City Hall.