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PC - Minutes 06-07-82CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD i ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 1 PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JUNE 7, 1982 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Vice Chairman Mattern 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 De Cocker. 't The Invocation was delivered by Vice Chairman Mattern. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Absent: Ritchie (excused) Ex Officio: Reisman, Dickey, Carmona, de Zara 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular meeting, May 17, 1982 It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Schymos, to approve the Minutes of May 17, 1982 as printed. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern Noes: None Absent: Ritchie Abstain: Lowrey Commissioner Lowrey stated that he abstained from the vote.because he was not present at that meeting. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE: On items not on the Agenda Vice-Chairman Mattern asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. No one came forward. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5. ZONE AMENDMENT TO ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE - SECTION 9181: Review of Ordinance No. 542 which requires a conditional use permit for the installation/operation of cogeneration equipment. (Continued from May 17, 1982.) The memorandum dated May 25, 1982 was presented by Mr. Reisman. He stated that the language of the ordinance had been amended to conform to a recently-adopted state law for cogeneration facilities. The recommendation for approval was made. Vice Chairman Mattern opened the public hearing at 7:35 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed accordingly. It was the consensus of the Commission that the ordinance, as submitted with the memorandum dated May 25, 1982, was satisfactory as written. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to recom- mend adoption of the Negative Declaration for the zone amendment to Section 9181 to the City Council. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Schymos, to recommend adoption of the zone amendment to Section 9181 to the City Council. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 7, 1982 Page Two 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 82-246: Request by Neil Yuan and Philip Lui for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption in conjunction with an existing liquor store, known as "Mission Valley Liquor Mart", and located at 9431 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. Vice Chairman Mattern opened the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. PROPONENT: Leo Cosloff 9431 East Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California Mr. Cosloff stated that he was the former owner of the liquor store. He further stated that the applicant was present to answer any questions by the Commission. Vice Chairman Mattern closed the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding requiring a trash bin en- closure and a.storage area for the empty milk containers presently being stored in the front of the store. Mr. Cosloff agreed to construct a trash bin enclosure large enough to enclose all trash bins presently located on the site. In addition, he suggested that the empty milk containers could be stored next to the trash enclosure area in order to keep them out of the public view and still within easy access to the dairy company driver. Accordingly, the following was added as Condition No. 7: 7. An enclosure for the existing trash containers shall be constructed to con- form to city standards and the existing architecture of the building, and subject to the approval of the Planning Director. Also during the discussion, Commissioner Lowrey requested that Condition No. 5 be amended to read as follows: 5. This permit shall be approved for a period of one (1) year at which time the Planning Commission may review it for renewal without benefit of a public hearing. There being no objections by the Commission, the addition of Condition No. 7 and the amendment to Condition No. 5 were so ordered. It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to grant Conditional Use Permit 82-246, subject to the conditions as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie 7. DESIGN REVIEW 82-10: Request by Hari Allipuria for a design review of a proposed addition to an existing motel, known as "The Golden West Motel", and located at 8711 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The staff report dated June 1, 1982 was presented by Mr. Carmona. During the presentation, Mr. Carmona recommended the addition of the following two con- ditions: 14. Delete Parking Space No. 49 and label the space "Loading Area" to provide access to the equipment enclosure area and trash access. 15. Repaint the existing office structure within six (6) months of completion of the proposed addition to the same colors and materials of the project as a whole. The recommendation for approval subject to the conditions and the addition of Conditions 14 and 15 was made. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 7, 1982 Page Three Vice Chairman Mattern opened the public hearing at 7:58 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. PROPONENT: Mr. Hari Allipuria 8711 Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California Mr. Allipuria stated that he was the applicant in this.matter. He further addressed the Commission regarding the reasons the previously approved plan had not been constructed, and various other features of the new proposal. He also stated that he believed the new plan was more harmonious with the sur- rounding neighborhood. Vice Chairman Mattern closed the public hearing at 8:01 p.m. There was a discussion by the Commission with regard to the 25% allowance for kitchen units in the Code, and the possible use of the motel units as permanent residences. Mr. Allipuria stated that the number of kitchen units contained in the motel would be in-conformance with the Code, and that guests are not allowed to reside permanently in the units. There was then a discussion by the Commission with regard to the conditions recommended by Mr. Carmona during his presentation. It was the consensus of the Commission to adopt the conditions as recommended. It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve Design Review 82-10, subject to the conditions contained within the Staff Report dated June 1, and the addition of Conditions 14 and 15, as stated by the Director of Planning. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie 8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 82-245: Request by Andrew Lui for the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with a proposed restaurant/ nightclub, to be known as "Lui's Fantasy Restaurant & Nightclub", and to be located at 9108 Garvey Avenue, Rosemead, California (formerly known as "The Brewery"). (Continued from May 17, 1982.) Mr. Carmona requested that the Staff Report dated June 1, 1982 be incorporated into the official record of this proceeding. Vice Chairman Mattern stated that the public hearing continued from May 17, 1982 was still open, and asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. Seeing no one wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed at 8:10 p.m. There was a short discussion by the Commission regarding the duties of the security personnel. Mr. Lui stated that the security personnel would act as a host or "bouncer" at the door. Vice Chairman Mattern also requested that Condition No. 5 be amended as follows: 5. Provide security lights for the parking area that shall be kept lighted through the use of photo-electric devices and clock timers, and be kept lit at least half-an-hour after closing. There being no objections by the Commission, the amendment to Condition No. 5 was so ordered. It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Schymos, to approve Conditional Use Permit 82-245, subject to the conditions as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - June 7, 1982 Page Four OTHER BUSINESS 9. GARAGE/YARD SALE ORDINANCE: Discussion regarding the proposed Garage/Yard Sale Ordinance. Mr. Carmona stated that the Commission had been forwarded a memorandum dated May 17, 1982 by the City Attorney's office, discussing the proposed ordinance. Commissioner Schymos then stated that he wished to suggest some amendments to the draft ordinance. Vice Chairman Mattern called a recess at 8:20 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 8:30 p.m. Commissioner Schymos stated that hewould suggest the following amendments: -Section 1, §9181.25: Delete or exchanging. from this section. -§9181.25(b): Deletion of or exchange. . -§9181.25(c): Deletion of, "Such activity shall not be advertised for more than one week, and no. . addition of "except on self-supporting stakes". Mr. Reisman then suggested that this section be amended to read as follows: "No advertising signs shall be posted more than one week prior to the sale date and no such signs shall be posted in the public right-of-way, except on self supporting stakes. All signs shall be removed at the end of the sale." Commissioner Lowrey also suggested an increase in the hours the sales will be allowed, and the duration of the sales. §9181.25(c) was further amended as follows: "The activity shall be held between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., for a maximum of three (3) consecutive days." Commissioner Schymos then suggested the following: -§9181.25(d): Deletion of . and shall be only authorized where a temporary business permit has been issued for a processing fee to be established by City Council resolution." There was then a discussion regarding the number of garage sales to be allowed per year. Commissioner Schymos suggested that one garage sale be allowed in a 120 day period. There was also a discussion regarding the disadvantages of requiring a permit. Commissioner Lowrey then stated that §9181.25(b) would place a limitation on three and four family garage sales. In addition, Commissioner Lowrey stated that he would like a provision included for the exemption of churches and charities from this ordinance. Vice Chairman Mattern suggested that since Mr. Reisman was aware of what was desired, this matter could be continued in order to allow the City Attorney's office to submit language setting forth the Commission's intention. There was then a short discussion regarding when this language would be submitted. Mr. Reisman stated that he would convey to Mr. Kress that the Commission wished to have the amended ordinance in time for consideration at the June 21, 1982 regular meeting. Vice Chairman Mattern then continued this discussion to the June 21, 1982 meeting. 10. PC RESOLUTION 82-15 - 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-1, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, TO C-3D, MEDIUM COMMERCIAL, DESIGN OVERLAY, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4705 AND 4715 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD, ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA. (ZONE CHANGE 81-126) Planning Commisssion Minutes Regular Meeting - June 7, 1982 Page Five Mr. Reisman read the resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to waive further reading and adopt PC Resolution 82-15. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Schymos, Mattern, Lowrey Noes: None Absent: Ritchie 11. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE: On any matter Vice Chairman Mattern 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 Planning Commission that the City Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 9, 1982 had been postponed to Thursday, June 10, 1982. B. Commissioner De Cocker requested that the Planning Commission be polled regarding their attendance at the Southern California Planning Congress meeting scheduled for June 10, 1982. 13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, Vice Chairman Mattern adjourned the meeting at 9:05 p.m.