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PC - Item 3A - Minutes 12-20-10Minutes of the PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING December 20, 2010 The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Alarcon at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairman Alarcon INVOCATION - Commissioner Ruiz ROLL CALL - Commissioners Herrera, Hunter, Ruiz, Vice- Chairwoman Eng;'Chairman Alarcon ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS PRESENT: City Attorney Greg Murphy, Community Development Director Wong, Senior Planner Garry, Assistant Planner Trinh, Commission Secretary Lock wood. 1. EXPLANATION OF HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS Greg Murphy, City Attorney, presented the procedures 'andappeal rights of the meeting 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE None 3. PRESENTATION Garvey Beautification Project: p` x Ray Rodriguez th6' Public Safety Supervisor, from, the Public Safety Department Code Enforcement. Division, provided tha:Planning Commission a power,point presentation that included an update on the status of this project alorig.the Garvey Avenue cord'doC Commissioner Ruiz and'Vice- Chairwoman Eng thanked Ray Rodriguez, Wayne Co, and the Public Safety Code Enforcement Divisfonfor all their -hard work. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR',. A. Appro3`ahof Minutes December 6, 2010 Vice - Chairwoman Eng, made. a motion, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, to APPROVE the minutes of December 6, 2010 as presented. Vote resulted in: Yes: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter, Ruiz No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Tentative Parcel Map 071253 and Design Review 10.02 - Peter Ung has submitted an application for a Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide one existing parcel totaling 17,500 square feet into two (2) parcels, and one (1) Design Review for the development of a new single - family residence with 3,028 square feet of living area on Lot 2. An existing home on Lot 1 will be improved with a 406 square -foot addition, totaling the living area to 2,248 square feet. The subject site is located at 3333 Delta Avenue in the R"2 (Light Multiple Residential) zone. PC RESOLUTION 10 -37 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATEIOF CALIFORNIA APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 071253 AND DESIGN REVIEW 10 -02 REQUESTING TO SUBDIVIDE ONE (1) EXISTING PARCEL INTO TWO (2) PARCELS FOk THE DEVELOPMENT OF ONE (1) NEW SINGLE - FAMILY HOME WITH 3,028 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA ON LOT 2. AN EXISTING HOME ON ONE LOT 1 WILL BE IMPROVED WITH A 406 SQUARE -FOOT ADDITION, TOTALING THE LIVING AREA TO 2,248 SQUARE FEET. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS LOCATED AT 3333 DELTA AVENUE IN THE R -2 (LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL) ZONE. Staff Recommendation - Staff recommends" that the Planning Commission APPROVE Tentative Parcel Map 071253 and Design Review 10 02 and "ADOPT Resolution 10.37 with findings, subject to forty -eight (48) conditions. Assistant Planner Trinh presented the staff report i Chairman Alarcon asked if the Planning Commissioners had any questions for staff. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked'staff if`a`laundry room is being proposed and where it will be located on the site plan for Lot 2. Assistant Planner Trinh replied that a laundry" room has not been proposed, but the applicant may address that question when the Public Hearing is opened .;> _ 'a` ' Chairwoman Eng asked staff when the landscaping will be completed. Assistant Planner Trinh stated that question can be addressed to the applicant. Chairman Alarcon opened the Public Hearing. Tim Cho, Project'Architect, stated that the owner is planning be located in the kitchen in' de`a cabinet. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked if the laundry units were small. Tim Cho, Architect, replied no they are normal size. Vice - Chairwoman Eng, asked staff if we usually require laun Assistant Planner Trinh replied that submissions can be regr by staff. use a stacked washer and dryer unit that will fixtures in the site plan. in the final site plan before it is approved 2 Vice - Chairwoman Eng, asked Mr. Cho, if landscaping is being proposed for both lots. Tim Cho, Architect, replied that they have a landscaping architect that will work with staff and they will upgrade to comply with City's requirements. He also stated that the landscaping will be done after the construction of lot's 1 and 2 are completed, and the landscaping and driveway approach will be done together. Chairman Alarcon asked Mr. Cho, when construction will begin. Mr. Cho, Architect replied, if we are approved tonight we will be submitting for a plan check the first or second week of January 2011. Chairman Alarcon asked Mr. Cho which building will be built first. Tim Cho, Architect replied that they will do the building first and garage seconds;.:. Vice - Chairwoman Eng expressed concern that the roof and exterior of the unit on lot 1 will not match the new addition. Tim Cho, Architect, replied that some painting has been done, but the roof will not be replaced`until it needs to be. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked Mr. Cho, what the remaining life of the roof is. Tim Cho, Architect, replied he is not sure but itis;still in good condition. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked Mr. Cho if both homes`will'be occupied by the same family. Tim Cho replied yes me �Yi. Vice - Chairwoman Eng stated that she thinks it is great the'applicant took on this job and asked Mr. Cho if it is feasible for_die exterior of the two buildings t'o'match in the future. Simon'Ung, applicant, replietl we will leave it as is for now and if we have the funds we will do in the future. Brian Lewin stated that he is concerned that projects of this size may affect water and sewer lines, Assistant Planner Trinh replied this project was sent to the water department for review and they approved the project with no coinments Chairman Alarcon asked ii there was anyone else that would like to speak in favor of this project. None Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone against this project. None Chairman Alarcon closed the Public Hearing. Community Development Director Wong stated that staff would like to add Condition Number 29 to state, "The existing house presently located at the rear of Lot 2 shall be demolished and the proposed improvements for Lot 1 shall be constructed prior to final map approval." He also added Condition Number 30 to state, "All landscaping shall be installed for the subdivision prior to the issuance of building occupancy permit for Lot 2." He also stated he would like to make s the applicant understands and agrees with these conditions. Tim Cho, Architect, stated that staff has explained these conditions to him and yes he agrees with them Chairman Alarcon asked for a motion. Vice- Chairwoman Eng made a motion, seconded by Commissioner -Ruiz, to APPROVE Tentative Parcel Map 071253 and Design Review 10.02 and ADOPT: Resolution 1037 with staff's recommendation of the addition of Conditions of Approval numbers 29 and 30. Vote resulted in: Yes: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter; 1 No: None Abstain: None A l Absent: None Community Development Director Wong siatedfhis decision is final unless it is appealed within 10 days to the City Council. B. Conditional Use Permit,10 -08 and Design Review 10-04 - Joseph Su has submitted Conditional Use Permit and,Design Review applications proposing to remodel an existing tire service center building and convert it to four unit commercial /office mini -mall building. The project includes•a renovated; facade of the existing 4,735 square foot building, redesigned parking layout; and enhanced landscaping. The is located at 8547 Valley Boulevard in the C -3D (Medium CommerciaPwith- Design 0 erlay)'zone. 111 CONDITIONAL USE PI cOMMERCIAL BUILD BUILDING, LOCATED WITH DESIGN OVERA RESOLUTION OF THE )F'- LOS ANGELES, ri0.08 AND DESIGN R INTO A MINI -MALL PI 1547 VALLEY BOULEV, Staff Recommendation -Based on the analysis recommends that the Planning Commission A Design review 10 -04 and ADOPT Resolution No. seven (37) conditions. Senior Planner Garry presented the staff report. Chairman Alarcon asked if the Planning Commissioners had Commissioner Ruiz asked staff how the decision of colors )LANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING VIEW 10.04, FOR THE CONVERSION OF A JJECT AND THE RENOVATION OF THE RD IN THE C -3D (MEDIUM COMMERCIAL findings contained in this report, staff )VE Conditional Use Permit 10.10 and i with findings, and subject to the thirty- questions for staff. GiF;0 Senior Planner Garry replied that this color scheme and architectural design was proposed by the applicant. El Commissioner Ruiz expressed concern on how this color scheme will look compared to McDonalds color theme. Chairman Alarcon opened the Public Hearing. John Ma, representative, stated he is available to answer questions. He also stated he picked a contemporary design and feels it will fit into the neighborhood. Commissioner Ruiz asked the representative if using earth tone colors was considered. John Ma, representative, replied that they will use some earth tones but theyIwould like more contrast so the building will stand out. Chairman Alarcon asked staff if they reviewed the colors and for their the colors. Community Development Director Wong replied that '.this project went .through an inner - department Development Review Committee, (DRC),..'which consists of the Public. Works Director, Community Development Director, Planning staff, Building Official, Public Works Engineer,. and the City Manager. He also stated the applicant submitted preliminary. plans,for review and input and they have complied with all the conditions of approval. He also stated committee reviewed the colors which are contemporary and the DRC recommended approval of the colors and architectural plans because there is not a fixed architectural theme for Valley Boulevard._, Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked the representative, in terms of electrical service, will each unit have an individual meter or will there be one utility meter c 5 . � M li. John Ma, the representative; replied each "unit will have'an individual meter and the power line will be underground. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked the representative ° when they anticipate this project to be completed. John Ma; applicaht, approved tonight, we anticipate this to be completed some time next year. Hunter asked the representative how parking will be set up. Chairman Alarcon stated staff should address this question. Senior Planner Garry replied that there are 19 parking spaces proposed and that they are angled in one way with access to parking from Valley Boulevard and exiting Walnut Grove. He also stated that all 19 parking spaces meet minimum standard requirements by code. Commissioner Herrera asked if this property owner was the same owner as the Beauty Supply Store and Beauty School. John Ma, the representative asked property owner Joseph Su to please address this question. Joseph Su, property owner, replied yes he owns all three properties. Commissioner Herrera stated this was a large piece of property and asked the property owner if there are any future plans for all the land. John Ma, representative, and Joseph Su, property owner, replied yes, that this project is just temporary and would like to do something in the future. Commissioner Herrera asked the property owner when he anticipated something will be done. Joseph Su, property owner, replied 5 to 10 years. i Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone in favor of this project. None Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone against this project. Brian Lewin, resident stated that technically he is in favor of lis project. He also stated that it will be nice to see something larger be done at that site in the future! He atso stated:-he would like to suggest adding Condition Number 38 to state that, the Walnut Grove'ezjt have a right turn only sign on it, because we don't want people turning left. Commissioner Ruiz asked staff, if they had studied recommended that we make this a no left turn and r also stated this is a condition he would support. Senior Planner Garry stated that at the movement, but we can certainly add this. Commissioner Ruiz asked staff if a ti Senior Planner Garry replied no, the Commissioner Ruiz stated that he w DRC meeting, the Ci study had been don Engineer did not rec like to recommend tl Commissioner Hunter questioried`if coming out on to Valley Commissioner Ruiz stated that it should be right turn only Community, Development Director Wong'stated that this juris concerns areyalid. He also stated that he would like to recoi subject to the Traffic Engineer review and approval. Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone else wishing to None Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone against this pr None Chairman Alarcon closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Ruiz made a motion, seconded by Com Use Permit 10 -10 and Design review 10.04 and ADOPT and egress at both driveways. He also f turn ` only on the Walnut Grove exit. He Engineer did not request the right turn only vend that one was needed. the condition be added. Boulevard, should it also be a right turn only. entering and exiting on Valley Boulevard. falls under the Traffic Engineer and the that a condition should be put in place, in favor of this project. Hunter, to APPROVE Conditional No. 10 -35 with findings, and with the recommendation that a no left turn sign be posted on the Walnut Grove exit with the City Traffic Engineer review and approval. Vote resulted in: Yes: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter, Ruiz No: None Abstain: None Absent: None Greg Murphy, City Attorney, stated the Planning Commission's decision will be final if not appealed within 10 days. C. Conditional Use Permit 10.10 - Melissa Chen Lu, representing. Unity Auto Service, Inc., has submitted a Conditional Use Permit application proposing to operate an automobile repair facility at a location that was previously used for automobile repair and sales. The project includes minor alterations to the parking lot and.landscaping. The site is located at 2139 San Gabriel Boulevard in the C -3 (Medium Commercial)'zone. PC RESOLUTION 10.36 - A RESOLUTION OF °THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE "OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 10 -.10 FOR THE OPERATIONS OF AN AUTOMOBILE REPAIR FACILITY AT 2139 SAN GABRIELBOULEVARD IN THE C- 3,(MEDIUM COMMERCIAL) ZONE. Staff Recommendation - Based on n analysis and findings contained in this report, staff recommends that the - Planning Commi'ssion`APPROVE-:Conditional Use Permit 10.10 and ADOPT Resolution N6:10.36'with findmg's,and subject tothe forty-three (43) conditions. Senior Planner Chairman Alarcon asked if t None Chairman.Alarcon opened tl Miriam Tu, applicant, stated Vice - Chairman installing a moi the staff report. any questions for staff. to answer any questions. if they are keeping their 16 ft. pole sign or would they consider Miriam Tu, the applicant, clarified which sign Vice - Chairwoman Eng was asking about and replied that this was an existing sign and because of the location of the building they would need this sign. Vice - Chairwoman Eng replied you can have your sign and asked the applicant if they would just consider putting a monument sign instead for aesthetic reasons. Minim Tu, applicant, asked how much lower in height the sign would have to be. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked if staff could answer this. Community Development Director Wong replied that typically they are 6 ft. high. Senior Planner Garry gave the Planning Commission a description of where the sign is located and replied that the existing sign is legal and conforming and that is why staff did not recommend removing it. Commissioner Hunter stated that she thought we were trying to lower signs so that they were not so high. Senior Planner Garry stated that the sign is conforming as far as height is concerned. Commissioner Ruiz asked the applicant if they would be willing to put a monument sign, suggesting it would be visible for the public and it will enhance your property and the surrounding community. I Chairman Alarcon asked staff if there is a height requirement for a Monument Sign. Community Development Director Wong replied if the applicant is willing to co-operate with staff in regards to lowering the height because, the height of the sign has already been approved staff would just have to work with them in lowering it. Miriam Tu, applicant asked, so we will have to work with staff. Vice - Chairwoman Eng replied yes, you will work with staff. ; t Commissioner Ruiz stated that the monument sign will enhance the property. Miriam Tu, explained to Winston Qwall, the property owner, what the Planning Commission is requesting in regards to the monument sign Community Development Director Wong stated that this property is in a redevelopment area and we can look into some available funding to help with some the costs of the monument sign. Brian Lewin, resident, stated `that. he would.like'to suggest that the lattice covering required for the trash enclosure be`:ch' nged to a solid covenng to protect from rain water intrusion and wash out. He also suggested'thaf a`condition.be added.to state no automotive materials inclusive of liquids, waste materials, and pa&,shall be stored outside unless they are within a fully i overed contained storage area. Community!Development Director.Wong'stated that he would like to refer this to the City Attorney, Greg Murphy, to confirm if there are other agencies to enforce these concerns City Attorney, Greg ,Murphy,;replied that in respect with the outdoor storage the City can certainly require that all storage of parts materials be done indoors because all you are requiring is all mechanical work be done indoors. He also stated that in respect of the trash enclosure he would like to see what our storm water requirements are, but if the City would like to require a solid covering it may do so. Commissioner Ruiz stated that there was a previous condition which required a solid covering for a trash enclosure. He also stated that in terms of the storage, there is a condition that pertains to no storage of oil and solvents outside of the building. Senior Planner Garry stated that Condition of Approval number 38 addresses the storage concem. He also stated there is a standard condition for trash enclosures. Commissioner Herrera asked staff if it is stated somewhere in the staff report that the trash enclosure is lattice. Commissioner Ruiz replied it does not and everything seems to be addressed in the Conditions of Approval. Chairman Alarcon asked if anyone else that would like to speak in favor of this project. None Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone wishing to speak against this project. None Chairman Alarcon closed the Public Hearing City Attorney, Greg Murphy, stated that before a motion is made, in respect to the monument sign, he would like to recommend to amend Condition Number 24 and add a sentence at the end:'of the condition to state, "The final sign plan submitted to the Planning Division shall ihclride options to either lowering the pole sign or creating a monument sign in place of the current pole sign final site." Chairman Alarcon re- opened the Public Hearing. Miriam Tu, asked if the applicant can operate the business while the - sign is being done. h Community Development Director Wong replied that staff is agreeable with that. Chairman Alarcon closed the Public Hearing. Vice - Chairwoman Eng made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Herrera, to APPROVE Conditional Use Permit - 10.10 and ADOPT Resolution No. 10.36 with findings, and subject to the forty -three (43) conditiops.and with,6e amendment bf.Condition Number 24. Vote resulted m Yes: Alarcon','Eng, Herrera, Hunter, Ruiz No: None �Atistain: None ; Absent: None, City Attorney, Greg Murphy, stated that this decision will be final if not appealed within 10 days. D. Zone Variance 0-'03 - Montebello Town Center Investors, LLC submitted a Zone Variance application on November 23, 2010, for the construction of two restaurant buildings totaling approximately 15,000 square feet at 1716 Montebello Town Center Drive in the Montebello Town Center in the C -3 (Medium Commercial) zone. A zone variance is requested to provide parking in conformance with the City's shopping center standards (1 space per 250 square feet of Floor area) instead of the City's restaurant parking standards (1 space per 100 square feet of floor area) for a phased development. PC RESOLUTION 10.38 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING ZONE VARIANCE 10.03, FOR REDUCED PARKING FOR TWO NEW RESTAURANTS AT 1716 MONTEBELLO TOWN CENTER IN THE C3 (MEDIUM COMMERCIAL) ZONE. Staff Recommendation - Based on the analysis and findings contained in this report, staff recommends that the Planning Commission APPROVE Zone Variance 10.03 and ADOPT Resolution No. 10.38 with findings, and subject to the thirty -two (32) conditions. Senior Planner Garry presented the staff report and suggested' a revision to Condition of Approval Number 1 to fix a drafting error. City Attorney, Greg Murphy, explained to the Planning Commission that what is being asked tonight is that the Commission grant the developer of this parcel some assurance that the ,Commission won't come back later and say no, you still will have to park at the higher rate. He also stated if the developer was able to put two buildings up immediately they would not need a variance tonight because they would be putting a shopping center up and they would be entitled to the shopping center parking rate. He also stated that they are asking the Commission to grant them this variance, lock: in thisparking rate so when they can put the second restaurant in, they know they won't have to come back and ask for something. at that time. Chairman Alarcon asked if the Planning Commission had an ) questions for staff. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked staff where the parking lot its located..,.' Senior Planner Garry replied that it is north of.the ac 's. He also stated that the mall is split between the City of Montebello and Rosemead and the; Macy's, building and the parking lot facing east and north are within Rosemead's City limits. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked staff, for clarification,of required parking spaces. Senior Planner Garry explained that 156 would be required if it was parked at the restaurant rate with the variance and without ttie valance it would be at the Shdpping Center rate and when Phase II is completed it will require 85 spaces." Vice - Chairwoman Eng confirmed with staff, that 85, parking spaces will be provided when Phase II is completed:.. "> Senior.P.lanner Garry replied that is correct;,. Chairman Alarcon opened the'Public Hearing and asked project. Gregory Millsap, Senior ;Project Manager for the Monteb ownership for this matter: He also stated they have done ii survey over the last two years and has determined that restaurant facilities as evidence by the success of the open also stated that it will be a benefit to the City as well as by customers and attracting new customers to the mall. I opportunities, sales tax revenue for the City, and it will be a t Commissioner Ruiz asked Mr. Millsap, what type of Gregory Millsap, Senior Project Manager replied we are in would like to speak in favor of this Mall stated that he is able to represent nsive market research and customer service re is a significant opportunity for additional of BJ's Restaurant on October of 2007. He e mall as in terms of extended time spent also stated that it will provide employment e improvement. will be going in during the first Phase. negotiations with Olive Garden right now. 10 Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone else in favor of this project. None Chairman Alarcon asked if there was anyone against this project. None Chairman Alarcon closed the Public Hearing. Community Development Director Wong asked staff, if the Condition of Approval regarding the environmental measure that is needed, was added. Senior Planner Garry replied that yes, there there is a condition of app�oval,that requires that the soils report be approved prior to building permits issued. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked staff if they knew how soon they will'we get the report: Senior Planner Garry replied that the Geological Consultant submitted a.letter stating that he will respond to the outstanding issues, but that letter did not have a date'to specify when'that report would be forthcoming, perhaps the applicant would know. Gregory Millsap, Senior Project Manager stated tfiatthey will have the soils report within 60 days. Vice - Chairwoman Eng asked staff if 60 days is acceptabi; "for. the soils report or does the Condition of Approval need to be amended -- : ;6/68 Senior Planner Gary repliedthat the condition reads,that the soils report must be submitted prior to issuance of building permits and ; 'if they don't submit it they are.,just holding themselves up. He also stated it is impossible for them to proceed with the project unless it is submitted. Vice- Chairwomar Eng asked if staff if this Zone Variance is for 6 months. Seniori'Plarner Garry replied the Condition of Approval grants the initial approval for 6 months and if no action's taken within that time the whole entitlement would expire. Chairman Alarcon asked for a Commissioner Ruz;made a_imotion, seconded by Commissioner Herrera, to APPROVE Zone Variance 10.03 and'ADOPT- Resolution No. 1038 with findings, and subject to the thirty -two (32) conditions and with the recommendation by staff to correct Condition of Approval Number 1. Vote resulted in: Yes: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter, Ruiz No: None Abstain: None Absent: None Community Development Director Wong stated that this decision is final unless it is appealed within 10 days. 11 6. MATTERS FROM THE CHAIRMAN & COMMISSIONERS None 7. MATTERS FROM STAFF A. Zoning Code Workshop - Review of Commercial Uses - Update Senior Planner Garry presented a summary of the Planning Commission comments on the Zoning Code Workshop held on December 6, 2010. Community Development Director Wong stated that there is no action on this item and asked if there were any additional comments the Planning Commission would like, to make that may have been missed. Commissioner Herrera asked if staff if will be working on the Residential Zoning Code Update next. Community Development Director replied yes that will be next' f 8. ADJOURNMENT'; The next regular Planning Commission meeting for Monday, January 3, 2011, will be cancelled due to lack of quorum. The regular Planning Commission meeting for Monday, January, 17, 2011, will be cancelled due to City Hall being closed forrthe Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday., The next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on Monday, February 7, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. 1 ATTEST: x';7 Rachel Lockwood 14 Commission Secretary t 12