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PC-08-06-07CITY OF ROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES August 6, 2007 CALL TO ORDER: The regular meeting of the City of Rosemead Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Lopez at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. Chairman Lopez led the Pledge of Allegiance. Vice - Chairman Kunioka delivered the invocation. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Chairman Lopez, Vice - Chairman Kunioka, Commissioners Bevington, and Vuu ABSENT: Commissioner Cam EX OFFICIO: Agaba, Johnson, Trinh, and Yin 1. EXPLANATION OF HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS: Attorney Yin explained the public hearing process and the right to appeal Planning Commission decisions to the City Council. 2. PUBLIC COMMENTS Chairman Lopez asked if anyone would like to speak on any items not on the agenda, to step forward. Mr. Jim Flournoy of 8655 Landis View, a resident, stated he has reviewed the last three years Planning Commission agendas and looked at all the lot splits and subdivisions that were approved by the previous Planning Commission. He said he has almost a full page of addresses, some more critical than others, that no one has followed up on. He said the City needs to find a way to follow up on these projects. Chairman Lopez asked Mr. Flournoy if he's sure they weren't checked. Mr. Flournoy stated if they were checked, the City would've paid to review it. Chairman Lopez stated it's done prior to final permit approval, so how can the City give permits without doing this. Mr. Flournoy stated this is something that has been missing for the longest time. Commissioner Bevington questioned if Mr. Flournoy wants the Planning Commission to review this list for Alquist - Priolo Act, Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 1 of 14 Mr. Flournoy stated Alquist - Priolo and Seismic Hazard Mapping Act need to be done. He said there is no evidence that the City has been doing it. He also said he hasn't pulled files from the archives, just the past three years. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Conditional Use Permit 06 -1066 — 9117 Garvey Avenue. Paul V. Gerst of Sequoia Development Services Inc. has submitted a Conditional Use Permit application requesting approval to install a 53 -foot high self - supporting monopine wireless telecommunication tower with four (4) attached antenna for wireless communications purposes. The tower is proposed to be located behind an existing commercial building, located at 9117 Garvey Avenue in the City of Rosemead, currently zoned M- 1(Light Manufacturing and Industrial) zone. Presentation: Senior Planner George Agaba Staff Recommendation: APPROVE — subject to the conditions, for one (1) year. Senior Planner Agaba stated the applicant was present and asked the Commissioners if they had any questions. Chairman Lopez stated he will open the public hearing to the applicant before the Commissioners tonight. Mr. Paul Gerst of One Venture, Suite, 200, Irvine, CA, the applicant, stated he is representing on behalf of T- Mobile and the property owner. He said they have gone through a lot of changes. He also said the property owner is working on a lot of code enforcement issues. He discussed about the signs and how the owner would like to restore the existing sign and modify the new one. He said the eastern planter is something they are willing to do, but between the Edison towers and the building, there is only 18 feet. He then hands the Commissioners a handout on the existing sign and proposed sign. He said those are the only conditions that he is concerned with. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to the Commissioners. Commissioner Bevington questioned the height of the monopine. Senior Planner Agaba stated it is proposed at 53 feet. Commissioner Bevington questioned if there is a limit. Senior Planner Agaba stated the limit is 75 feet. Commissioner Bevington questioned if one year is sufficient. He discussed about a similar project at his church and said the provision for emergency generator operated for 24 -hours a day for over two weeks and he hopes this project doesn't intend on doing that. He said emergency should be defined. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 2 of 14 Commissioner Vuu questioned why a condition to remove the roof mounted sign is added, when the owner has no interest in it. Senior Planner Agaba stated it is staff's recommendation. Vice- Chairman Kunioka questioned if an actual pine tree will be installed next to the monopine. He questioned if a condition should be added to keep the pine tree maintained for some time. Mr. Gerst stated it's irrigated. He said there will be maintenance for the first few months, and the tree will grow on its own. Chairman Lopez questioned the generator requirement. He asked the applicant if it becomes a nuisance, would they ignore or fix the problem. Mr. Gerst stated it's a question with Edison. He said there will be an emergency plan set aside, but he's not sure how they get it. Chairman Lopez addressed the question to Planning Services Administrator Johnson. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said if it's in the drawings. He said staff has to see their plans prior to installation. Commissioner Vuu questioned if the property owner is okay with combining the two signs into one. Mr. Gerst said he thinks the owners would agree. He said the owners want to put signs on the front and east side of the building. Commissioner Vuu said they can combine the two signs and make it larger. Mr. Gerst said they are willing to work with staff. Vice- Chairman Kunioka questioned what they are envisioning to replace the signs that will be removed. Senior Planner Agaba said staff would like them to propose individual channel letters for each business. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to those IN FAVOR of this application: Mr. Jim Flournoy questioned why signage is discussed when the application is for a cell tower pine tree. Chairman Lopez said it is part of their Conditions of Approval to upgrade the sign. Senior Planner Agaba stated it's a discretionary project, so staff looks at everything. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 3 of 14 Mr. Flournoy said the sign may be historical, so staff should look into it. Senior Planner Agaba said it's a discretionary project. There being no one further wishing to address the Commission; Chairman Lopez closed the public hearing segment for this project. MOTION BY VICE - CHAIRMAN KUNIOKA, SECONDED BY CHAIRMAN LOPEZ, to APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 06 -1066. Vote results: YES: BEVINGTON NO: NONE ABSENT: CAM ABSTAIN: NONE KUNIOKA, LOPEZ, AND VUU Chairman Lopez declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. B. TEN TATIVE PARCEL MAP 067472 & ZONE VARIANCE 05 -337 — 3033 Willard Avenue. Ann Chen has submitted an application for the subdivision of two (2) parcels totaling 26,312± square feet into four (4) parcels and a Zone Variance application to deviate from the minimum required lot size of 6,000 square feet for the construction of a four (4) new single - family residences; located at 3033 Willard Avenue in the R -2 (Light Multiple Residential) zone. Presentation: Senior Planner George Agaba Staff Recommendation: APPROVE — subject to the conditions, for two (2) years. Senior Planner Agaba stated the applicant and representative were present and asked the Commissioners if they had any questions. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to the applicant. Mr. Kamen Lai of 8748 E. Valley Boulevard, Suite K, Rosemead, CA, the designer of the project, thanked staff. He said different planners have worked on this project during the past two years. They previously wanted to eliminate the zone variance, but after discussions with staff, they came to an agreement to design this development with consistently shaped lots. He said everyone believes this will be suitable for the neighborhood. He also said this property is in an R -2 zone and 4,500 square feet is required for each unit. Mr. Lai stated the front lot is now 5,400 square feet. He said neighboring properties, like 3034 and 3036 Willard Avenue have less than required square footage. He also said a mixed use project is being proposed just south of this project site. He stated there are currently 4 units on the site and they will rebuild 4 new units. No additional units will be added. He said building big homes doesn't entail more people living inside. He ended by saying that the owners accept all the conditions and ask for Planning Commission approval. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 4 of 14 Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to the Commissioners Commissioner Bevington stated he is disturbed by this. He said every lot is less than 20% of the requirement. He also said they are not talking about ownership, but also about an easement. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated the lots and easements are individually owned. Commissioner Bevington voiced concerns with the way the common driveway easement is designed and owned. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said the City Engineer adds a condition that says they must record that these are reciprocal ingress and egress easements for each lot. Commissioner Bevington said we're pushing the envelope. He said you are supposed to have 6,000 square feet, but we are allowing 5,000 square feet. He also said he's not convinced that Rosemead is going in that direction. He said someone needs to make this as a declaration. Vice - Chairman Kunioka questioned the mixed use development. Senior Planner Agaba said the mixed use project is still undergoing the review process Commissioner Vuu questioned if they are following the old guidelines and how long does it take for a project to expire. Senior Planner Agaba stated yes. He said this project was deemed complete prior to the new design guidelines. There were several issues from the beginning. He said he believes it was a design issue, since the shape of the lot is irregular. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said some local government agencies do set expiration dates, but Rosemead has never done that. He said sometimes, staff doesn't get responses, so the project sits for months or years. He also said it's up to the City to set policies. He mentioned that the City has been flexible with our applicants. Vice - Chairman Kunioka questioned if the lot design layout is the reason why they took two years. Planning Services Administrator Johnson answered yes. He said as well as other aesthetic exterior elevation type of treatments. He also said sometimes, lack of response keeps a project from being processed. Vice - Chairman Kunioka questioned if there are a lot of projects left that are grandfathering in with the old floor area ratio (FAR). Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 5 of 14 Senior Planner Agaba stated there are a few left. Commissioner Vuu asked Planning Services Administrator Johnson if an expiration date should be adopted, so people do not take advantage of this. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said a study can be done to see how the process works in other cities. He also said the City has the Subdivision Map Act that has state laws that govern how fast we process applications. He said setting a policy can certainly be looked at. Chairman Lopez questioned what happens when the applicant comes to a point when he does not meet the requirements. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated these applicants aren't vested legally in their project developments until the Commission or City Council approves the project. He said the City set July 12, 2007 as the threshold for a complete application date under the old guidelines. Chairman Lopez questioned if anything that came in after that date would have to start with the new guidelines. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated yes, unless staff deemed it complete. He said a few more projects have met the deadline of July 12. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to those IN FAVOR of this application: Mr. Jim Flournoy stated the drawings look like they incorporated the new design guidelines. He said they don't look like monster houses. He then questioned planned development, the driveway, and the fire sprinklers. Chairman Lopez agreed. Mr. Flournoy questioned the number of parking spaces. Chairman Lopez responded that they incorporate two -car garages. Vice - Chairman Kunioka added the front lot has a three -car garage. Mr. Flournoy discussed Building Code Section 113.5 and said these projects need to be investigated. Chairman Lopez asked Mr. Flournoy if he is in favor of the project. Mr. Flournoy answered yes. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated the LA County Fire Department wanted a fire turnaround area. LA County Fire Department said that if the last house and garage has a sprinkler system, a turnaround on -site is not needed. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 6 of 14 Chairman Lopez questioned if there is a required length from the street to the rear. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated he believes it's150 feet. Chairman Lopez questioned if they can park in the driveway. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated they can't, it will be red - striped and signed. Commissioner Vuu asked Attorney Yin about the vehicle access easement. Attorney Yin stated it will be up to the attorney of the developer. He said it can certainly be looked at. Commissioner Vuu said he's afraid it will be a conflict later on when they want to sell the property. Planning Services Administrator Johnson referred to condition 13 of the City Engineer's Conditions of Approval and said the City has done this for many years. He said ever since the flag lot ordinance has been adopted, he has never seen a problem. He said the City Engineer has been reviewing these projects. It has to be maintained or the City will go in and get the work done. He said it's covered with that condition. Attorney Yin asked Commissioner Vuu if he would like the Attorney's office to work with the City Engineer. Commissioner Vuu answered yes. He said he is concerned with vehicle access for lot 2. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said the City is well covered. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to those who wished to OPPOSE the application: Mr. Manuel Roybal of 3863 Delta Avenue, a resident, stated when he moved to Rosemead 35 years ago, it was very nice and quiet. He said now, the City is allowing subdivisions and lots less than 6,000 square feet, which allows the reduction of more space. Mr. Brian Lewin of 9501 Ralph Street, a resident, stated the design of the houses are very nice. He said he dislikes the footprints. He also said the houses look crammed together with the lots being 5,000 square feet. Chairman Lopez asked the Mr. Lai if he would like to address the oppositions. Mr. Lai said he appreciates the residents concerns. He said the subdivision in the neighborhood is a continuation of an allowable subdivision and not a new one on the block. He also said he hopes they are not misunderstood by only having one variance. He said the three lots in the back meet the minimum requirements. He also said that Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 7 of 14 once the project is completed, only one unit will be visible. He said he really thinks it's a great addition to the neighborhood. He added each unit has a two car garage and each home has four off - street parking spaces. Chairman Lopez closed the public hearing segment for this project and asked the Commissioners for a motion. Commissioner Vuu stated if the Commission keeps granting variances, new projects will come in requesting variances. Commissioner Bevington said this project will upgrade the neighborhood. He then questions how far should the City push our regulations. He said he doesn't think it's an easy position. Vice - Chairman Kunioka said he supports this proposal for a couple of reasons. He said the applicant is replacing six apartments with four homes, so it reduces density. He also said the adjacent uses are consistent. He added that it's also responsive to the design standards. Motion by Vice- Chairman Kunioka. Commissioner Bevington asked if the Planning Commission and staff are convinced that a 26 -foot driveway is really necessary or could it be less to allow more landscaping. He said he doesn't want to see space wasted. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said it's a great comment. Planners are always arguing with the fire department, so space is not wasted. Chairman Lopez asked to withdraw the motion and open up for discussion. Commissioner Bevington said he will second the motion. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said the fire department requires certain widths. He said staff asked the applicants to make these changes. The lots they came up with met the requirements, but were so oddly shaped, so staff pushed them for this variance. He said they can come to the Planning Department with all the requirements met, but the lot shape with confusing legal descriptions would be odd. MOTION BY VICE - CHAIRMAN KUNIOKA, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BEVINGTON, to APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 067472 AND ZONE VARIANCE 05 -337. Vote results: YES: BEVINGTON NO: VUU ABSENT: CAM ABSTAIN: NONE KUNIOKA, AND LOPEZ Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting.: August 6, 2007 Page 8 of 14 Chairman Lopez declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. C. Tentative Tract Map 062930 and Conditional Use Permits 05 -1041 through 05 -1046 — 3828 -3848 Charlotte Avenue. Long Trinh has submitted a Tentative Tract Map and associated Conditional Use Permits for a proposed subdivision of two (2) lots, totaling 44,000 square feet of lot area, to be divided into six (6) lots for the construction of six (6) new single - family residences, each of which is proposed to be greater than 2,500 square feet, located at 3828 -3848 Charlotte Avenue. The subject properties are located in the R -1 (Single Family Residential) zone. Presentation: Planning Services Administrator Brad Johnson Staff Recommendation: APPROVE — subject to the conditions, for two (2) years. Planning Services Administrator Johnson discussed about the two letters of complaint that were addressed to the City. He then stated the applicant and representative were present and asked the Commissioners if they had any questions. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to the applicant. Mr. Kamen Lai stated the current owner is the third client that has approached him on these properties. He said the first client had proposed 8 -9 homes and the preliminary plans were approved by the previous Planning Director; however, the developer discovered that the water pipe was too small and the fire department would request that they install a new 8 -inch pipe, which would cost them $70,000, so they withdrew. He said the current applicant is willing to spend money to install this new pipe for $100,000. He also said the applicant has his own architectural style and design, but with this project, he is willing to completely change his style to satisfy staff. He said the back yards of these properties are in poor shape. He also said the developer hopes the homes will be occupied by family, which will fulfill their American dream. He said there is no variance on this property and all zoning codes are met. He then said behind this property, 3861, 3863, and 3865 on Delta Avenue have been subdivided. He said they are exceeding the lot size. He also said to develop this property; the developer must put in a lot of money to install the water pipe that will be beneficial to the whole neighborhood. He then discussed about the construction of the houses and how it will be a great addition to the neighborhood. Mr. Lai referred to the privacy concerns of the neighbors and said the owner is willing to work on his windows. He said they will remove the window from the walk -in closet on lot 4. He also said they will reduce the side windows in the master bedroom to five feet. He ended by saying that the developer is willing to work on things to satisfy the neighbor's concerns. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to the Commissioners. Vice - Chairman Kunioka questioned if there is a balcony facing east. Mr. Lai stated yes, but they are willing to work with any recommendations. He said it's facing the rear yard and they don't have a problem with mitigating the situation. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 9 of 14 Commissioner Vuu said the developer is spending a lot of money and making improvements. He said he is dramatically changing his style and working hard with staff. He also said the developer is trying his best to accommodate the neighbors, by putting trees and reducing windows. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to those IN FAVOR of this application: Mr. Long Trinh of 3226 Muscatel Avenue, the developer of this project, stated the property belongs to his son. He said five of his children pulled together to build these homes. He also said it will cost them $180,000- 200,000 to install the new water pipe. He said his children have come together to fund this pipe. He also said they are willing to work with the neighbors. He ended by saying that his children do not care about how much they spend on this project because they plan on living there. Vice - Chairman Kunioka questioned if all six homes will be occupied by the family. Planning Services Administrator Johnson answered yes. Mr. Jim Flournoy questioned the adequacy of the water company capacity on Delta Avenue. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated he's not sure of their master capacity plans. Mr. Flournoy questioned how much substandard water pressure there is in the City. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said our current general plan update process will require all five water companies to provide their master plans and capacity analysis to the City. Mr. Flournoy questioned if it's in the seismic hazard mapping act area. Planning Services Administrator Johnson said it's in a liquefaction zone, which will require a report prior to permit issuance, during the plan check stage. Mr. Flournoy said there is only a 90 -day window, so a condition should be added to get this done. Chairman Lopez opened the public hearing to those who wished to OPPOSE the application: Ms. Barbara Walters of 3861 Delta Avenue, a resident, stated she thinks the plans are beautiful, but does not understand why there are six homes on the lot, cramming them in. She said she wouldn't have a problem with four on the lot. She discussed about the 5 feet setback and her concerns. She said they utilize their back yards and having the balcony or house close to her property makes it a bad design. Making it two -story is horrible. She asked the Commissioners to consider this because she is upset. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting.: August 6, 2007 Page 10 of 14 Mr. Juan Camarillo of 3857 Delta Avenue, a resident, said building a home 5 feet from the wall means that you can oversee everything. He questioned privacy. He said he is building a home that does not infringe on the neighbors privacy. He said that even with the ideas that they are working on, it will still create noise and privacy issues. Mr. Manuel Roybal, owner of the subdivision property, stated when they moved in, the neighborhood was very quiet and single- storied. He said maybe provisions will be made for rear yards. He said he also owns 3851 Delta Avenue. Mr. Roybal said he is more used to a tranquil community. He said this project is no different than saying that the developer is building an apartment complex. He said he hopes the Commission gives some thoughts to approving this project. He also said they should have more sensitivity to the neighborhood. Ms. Ann Marie Camarillo of 3857 Delta Avenue, a resident, stressed her concern. She said since the developer is so willing to accommodate the neighbors, we should ask them to make it single- story. She said they eventually plan on building a pool and it will feel like someone is looking into their yard. Mr. Gabriel Roybal of 3863 Delta Avenue, stated he grew up in this City and plans on expanding his family, but privacy is very important to him and he would like to come home to privacy. He said a single -story home would be adequate. He asked the Commissioners to take a hard look at this project and put themselves in his position. Mr. Kamen Lai addressed the neighbor's concerns. He stated the issue is the two -story homes, but they are following the City codes. He said they are willing to work with the neighbors, but the approval or denial should be decided by merit of the project itself. He also said they have been working hard with the City and are trying their best to satisfy everyone, but all they can do is follow City codes. He said, for example, the neighbors are planning to build a swimming pool, so if they avoid building a two -story home and 10 years from now, the neighbors decide to not build the swimming pool, what would happen to the property to the right of this property owner. He also said the lots are almost one acre and the owners can add multiple homes, but they are only developing six single - family homes. He said they are willing to modify the details to satisfy the neighbors. Chairman Lopez stated the designs are promising. He said he's been a resident for 32 years and he is concerned about the neighbors and some changes need to be done. He said Mr. Lai's designs are great, but the Commissioners need to be considerate. Vice - Chairman Kunioka said the only contingents are lots 4 and 5. Mr. Lai said there is a misconception on lot 5. He said the first floor setback is 10 feet and the second floor is 10 feet, but the deck over the second floor is 14 feet. Mr. Trinh said they can reduce the second floor deck to 20 feet. He said only the small room on the second floor has two windows. He also said they are willing to set the second floor back 20 feet. He said he's also willing to plant trees for privacy. He wants to make the rear neighbors happy. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 11 of 14 Mr. Lai reiterated what Mr. Trinh said. He said only the small room on the second floor has the two windows. He said they're willing to set the second floor back 20 -feet and raise the windows five to six feet. He also said the window in the walk -in closet can be eliminated. Mr. Trinh said only the garage roof of 3851 Delta Avenue can be seen. He said all the setbacks are really good. He said five of them are at 35 -feet and the sixth is at 31 -feet. Mr. Lai pointed out the setbacks. Commissioner Vuu said the best solution is to request the owner to setback the second floor of lot 4 an additional 5 -feet to make it 20 -feet. Mr. Lai said it would only be good for a stairway and hallway. Mr. Roybal stood up again and said they are boxed in and privacy is an issue. Mr. Andrew Walters of 3861 Delta Avenue, a resident, stated there are a couple of issues. He said Mr. Lai brings up Cypress tree solutions to privacy, but will they do the upkeep on them. He said with Cypress trees planted, he would not get the nice breeze. When he extended his property, he was told that it must be setback to a certain square footage. He questioned if they are talking about a variance now, or to code. He then asked the Commissioners to take what he said into consideration. Commissioner Bevington made a motion to continue this public hearing and have staff work with the designer and neighbors to see what makes sense. Ms. Caroline Kunioka of 8400 Wells Street, the wife of Vice - Chairman Kunioka, stated they live in a three -story home. She questioned if the house can be partially subterranean. Vice - Chairman Kunioka stated he only thinks lot 5 is too close. Mr. Don Ishii of 3047 Willard Avenue, a resident, questioned if the previous public hearing can be continued as well. Planning Services Administrator Johnson answered no; however, they may appeal to the City Council. He added that there is a fee for that. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER BEVINGTON, SECONDED BY VICE- CHAIRMAN KUNIOKA, to CONTINUE TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 062930 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS 05- 1041 THROUGH 05 -1046 FOR ONE MONTH. Planning Services Administrator Johnson stated this will give the neighbors time to hold a neighborhood meeting with the developer and designer. He said staff will send notices two weeks prior to this continued hearing date. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 12 of 14 4. CONSENT CALENDAR — These items are considered to be routine actions that may be considered in one motion by the Planning Commission. Any interested party may request an item from the consent calendar to be discussed separately. A. A pproval of Minutes — July 16, 2007. B. Resolution No. 07 -39 — A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 07 -1097, FOR THE OPERATION OF AN AUTO REPAIR BUSINESS, LOCATED AT 2727 STINGLE AVENUE, UNIT 5, IN THE M- AD (LIGHT MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY) ZONE (APN: 5282 - 009 -018). C. Resolution No. 07 -40 — A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 069105 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 07- 1102, REQUESTING TO SUBDIVIDE ONE EXISTING PARCEL INTO TWO (2) PARCELS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TWO (2) NEW SINGLE FAMILY HOMES, ONE WITH MORE THAN 2,500 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA, LOCATED AT 7617 GRAVES AVENUE IN THE R -2 (LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL) ZONE (APN: 5285- 026 -050). Chairman Lopez asked the members of the Commission if there is any reason why Consent Calendar should not be accepted. None. MOTION BY CHAIRMAN LOPEZ, SECONDED BY VICE- CHAIRMAN KUNIOKA, TO WAIVE FURTHER READING AND ADOPT CONSENT CALENDAR. Vote results: YES: BEVINGTON, KUNIOKA, LOPEZ AND VUU NO: NONE ABSENT: CAM ABSTAIN: NONE Chairman Lopez declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. 5. MATTERS FROM THE CHAIRMAN & COMMISSIONERS Vice - Chairman Kunioka discussed about the page numbers on the minutes. 6. MATTERS FROM THE PLANNING SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR AND STAFF Planning Services Administrator Johnson updated the Planning Commission on Associate Planner Sheri Bermejo's good news regarding the recent birth of her daughter and that all are healthy and happy. Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 13 of 14 7. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Lopez adjourned the Planning Commission Meeting at 9:57 p.m. MOTION BY VICE- CHAIRMAN KUNIOKA, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BEVINGTON to ADJOURN UNTIL THE NEXT REGULARLY SCHEDULED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. BJ /LT Rosemead Planning Commission Meeting: August 6, 2007 Page 14 of 14