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PC - 2011-03 - Planned Developments Review 11-01 for Building and Site Improvements to An Existing Chuch Facility at 1255 San Gabriel Blvd.PC RESOLUTION 11 -03 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 11 -01 FOR BUILDING AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING CHURCH FACILITY, LOCATED AT 1255 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD IN THE P- D (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) ZONE (APN: 5275 - 015 -039, -040, -041). WHEREAS; on July 17, 2008, Evergreen Baptist Church of Los Angeles submitted an application to construct a new Children's Village consisting of two new classroom buildings totaling approximately 5,650 square feet and a new 1,560 square foot multi - purpose children's chapel at an existing church located at 1255 San Gabriel Boulevard; and WHEREAS, 1255 San Gabriel Boulevard is located in the P -D (Planned Development) zoning district; and WHEREAS, Chapter 17.76 of the Rosemead Municipal Code specifies the criteria by which the aforementioned permit may be granted; and WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and Chapter 17.76 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to approve, conditionally approve, or deny Planned Development Review applications; and WHEREAS, on February 24, 2011, forty -three (43) notices were sent to property owners within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in six (6) public locations and on -site, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date, time, and location of the public hearing for Planned Development Review 11- 01, and on February 25, 2011, the notice was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune; and WHEREAS, on March 7, 2011, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Planned Development Review 11 -01; and WHEREAS, the Rosemead Planning Commission has sufficiently considered all testimony presented to them in order to make the following determination. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead as follows: SECTION 1 . The Planning Commission HEREBY DETERMINES that Planned Development Review 11 -01 is classified as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines.- Section 15303 of CEQA exempts projects consisting of the construction of small structures. In an urban area, this exemption applies for up to four commercial buildings not exceeding 10,000 square feet in floor area on property zoned for such use The proposed project consists of three new buildings totaling approximately 7,200 square feet in an urban setting on a single parcel of land. Accordingly, Planned Development Review 11 -01 is classified as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of CEQA. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Planned Development Review 11 -01 in accordance with Chapter 17.76, of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows: A. That the proceedings to alter the development plan for this Planned Development zoned property is justified in that it is in the public's necessity, convenience, and general welfare, and is good zoning practices for such action; FINDING: The proposed church expansion will permit the reconfiguration of the church's facilities to provide classroom and worship facilities for its children's ministries. The children's ministries programs and activities are currently provided in the administration building on the church campus. Thus, the proposed project does not materially alter the functions being conducted on the church property. The proposed development is consistent with existing land uses in the neighborhood. A private school is located to the east of the site (Don Bosco Technical Institute) and a religious institution (St. Joseph Salesian Youth Renewal Center) is located to the south of the site. Conditions of approval have been included with the project to protect the welfare of persons working and residing in the neighborhood including the location of the trash enclosure, adequate parking, and complementary architectural design features proposed within the overall design of the building. The new development has taken into consideration the adjacent properties and improvements surrounding the site and has added high quality architectural design to complement the neighborhood. The new classroom and chapel buildings are only one story tall which is consistent with surrounding developments and will be barely visible from the San Gabriel Boulevard public right -of -way Also, the proposed classrooms and chapel uses typically do not generate excessive noise which might be harmful to surrounding properties. Therefore, the proposed design and use of the site for a classrooms and a children's chapel will not be injurious or detrimental to the general welfare of the City. B. The Planning Commission may approve or conditionally approve minor modifications or development in the Planned Development zone if compliant with the General Plan and compatible with existing and future developments in surrounding areas. FINDING: The site is designated in the General Plan as Public Facilities and is developed with a religious institution. The proposed use is in conformity with the General Plan, in that P -D (Planned Development) zoning is a corresponding zone district with the Public Facilities land use category. Since the church was approved with a Planned Development Review (PDR 86 -1), the use is consistent with the P -D (Planned Development) zone. As indicated above, the use is consistent with the educational and religious institutions abutting the property in the same zone and the expansion of the church to provide enhanced educational programs is consistent with the purpose of the Public Facilities General Plan land use designation with promotes land uses that are operated and maintained for the public benefit. SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Planned Development Review 11 -01, for the construction of a new Children's Village consisting of two new classroom buildings totaling approximately 5,650 square feet and a new 1,560 square foot multi - purpose children's chapel at an existing church, located at 1255 San Gabriel Boulevard, subject to conditions listed in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 4 . This action shall become final and effective ten (10) days after this decision by the Planning Commission, unless within such time a written appeal is filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Rosemead City Council as provided in Article IX - Planning and Zoning of the Rosemead Municipal Code. SECTION 5 . This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning Commission on March 7, 2011, by the following vote: YES: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter and Ruiz NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE SECTION 6 . The secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall transmit copies of same to the applicant and the Rosemead City Clerk. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 7 th day of March, 2011. William Alarcon, Chairman'* CERTIFICATION I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 7 th day of March, 2011 by the following vote: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Alarcon, Eng, Herrera, Hunter and Ruiz NONE NONE NONE EXHIBIT "B" PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 11 -01 1255 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD (APN: 5275 - 015 - 039,- 040, -041) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL March 7, 2011 1. Planned Development Review 11 -01 is approved for the construction of a new Children's Village consisting of two new classroom buildings totaling approximately 5,650 square feet and a new 1,560 square foot multi - purpose children's chapel at an existing church, in accordance with the plans marked Exhibit "C ", dated January 25, 2011. Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for the review and approval of the Planning Division. 2. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building divisions for review. 3. Approval of Planned Development Review 11 -01 shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead a notarized affidavit stating that he /she is aware of and accepts all of the conditions of approval as set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions, within ten (10) days from the Planning Commission approval date. 4. Planned Development Review 11 -01 is approved for a period of one (1) year. The applicant shall commence the proposed use or request an extension within 30- calendar days prior to expiration. The one (1) year initial approval period shall be effective from the Planning Commission approval date. For the purpose of this petition, project commencement shall be defined as beginning the permitting process with the Planning and Building Divisions, so long as the project is not abandoned. If the Planned Development Review 11 -01 has been unused, abandoned or discontinued for a period of one (1) year it shall become null and void. 5. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and /or approve minor modifications. 6. The following conditions must be complied with to the satisfaction of the Planning Division prior to final approval of the associated plans, building permits, occupancy permits, or any other appropriate request. 7. Planned Development Review 11 -01 is approved with the City and its Planning Commission and City Council retaining and reserving the right and jurisdiction to review and to modify the permit, including the conditions of approval based on changed circumstances. Changed circumstances include, but are not limited to, the modification of the use, a change in scope, emphasis, size, or nature of the use, or the expansion, alteration, reconfiguration, or change of use. This reservation of right to review is in addition to, and not in lieu of, the right of the City, its Planning Commission, and City Council to review and revoke or modify any permit granted or approved under the Rosemead Municipal Code for any violations of the conditions imposed on Planned Development Review 11 -01. 8. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Rosemead or its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Rosemead or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set side, void, or annul, an approval of the Planning Commission and /or City Council concerning the project, which action is brought within the time period provided by law. 9. The applicant shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws relative to the approved use including the requirements of the Planning, Building, Fire, Sheriff, and Health Departments. 10. Building permits will not be issued in connection with any project until such time as all plan check fees, and all other applicable fees are paid in full. 11. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least 6" tall with a minimum character width of 1/4", contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the street. Materials, colors, location and size of such address numbers shall be approved by the City Planner, or his or her designee, prior to installation. 12. All requirements of the Building and Safety Division and the Planning Division shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction. 13. Prior to issuance of building permits, any required school fees shall be paid. The applicant shall provide the City with written verification of compliance from the applicable school districts. 14. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any federal holidays without prior approval by the City. 15. The Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. 16. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or adjacent to the public right -of -way. 17. The site shall be maintained in a graffiti -free state. Any new graffiti shall be removed within twenty -four (24) hours. A 24 -hour Graffiti Hotline can be called at (626) 569 -2345 for assistance. 18. The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed, and litter free state in accordance with Sections 8.32.010 - 8.32.040 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, which pertains to the storage, accumulation, collection, and disposal of garbage, rubbish, trash, and debris. All trash containers shall be stored in the appropriate trash enclosure at all times. All trash, rubbish, and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, inspected, and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. 19. All roof top appurtenances and equipment shall adequately be screened from view to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. There shall be no mechanical equipment located on the sides of the building. Such equipment shall not exceed the height of the parapet wall. All ground level mechanical /utility equipment (including meters, back flow preservation devices, fire valves, A/C condensers, furnaces, utility cabinets, and other equipment) shall be located away from public view or adequately screened by landscaping or screening walls so as not to be seen from the public right of way or other public space within the development. The Planning Division shall approve said screening prior to installation. 20. The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re- painted periodically to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. In accordance with Chapter 17.84 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, all designated parking stalls shall be double striped. Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly manner. 21. At least two percent of the required parking shall be designated for handicap space pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section 22511.8. A letter by the property owner shall be given to the City for authorizing enforcement. 22. All open areas not covered by concrete, asphalt, or structures shall be landscaped and maintained on a regular basis. 23. The onsite public hearing notice posting shall be removed within 30 days from the end of the 10 -day appeal period of Planned Development Review 11 -01. 24. If any new signs are proposed, the applicant shall submit sign plans to the Planning Division prior to the issuance of a building permit based on the requirements set forth in Rosemead Commercial Revitalization Design Guidelines and Rosemead Municipal Code. The signs shall consist of internally illuminated channel letters. No `banned" or box signs shall be permitted on this site. 25. Any new signs shall comply with Chapter 17.76.120 of the Rosemead Municipal Code. Wall signs shall not occupy more than 20% of any building wall. All banners and temporary signs shall be permitted by the Rosemead Planning Division prior to installation. 26. All new lighting shall be fully shielded and directed downwards. 27. The applicant shall submit a final landscape and irrigation plan to the Planning Division prior to the issuance of building permits. The landscape and irrigation plan shall comply with the City's Water Efficient Landscape regulations and include a sprinkler system with automatic timers and moisture sensors, and shall include plantings, hedges or vines to mask the chain link fencing consistent with current landscaping on the site. (Modified by Planning Commission on March 7, 2011.) 28. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of revocation proceedings. 29. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the developer shall provide a courtesy notice of the start of construction to the occupants of abutting properties and provide a copy of the notice to the Planning Division. 30. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the applicant shall record an off -site parking covenant on an adjacent property that is binding on the all parties involved in the covenant to ensure that a minimum of 138 parking spaces are provided for the exclusive use of Evergreen Baptist Church of Los Angeles on Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. The form and content of the parking covenant shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Division. 31. The plans submitted by the applicant marked Exhibit "C" indicate the maximum occupant load for the proposed classrooms "A" and "B" is 147 persons. The occupancy for the new classrooms "A" and "B" shall not exceed the 147 persons. The maximum occupancy limit of the classrooms may be further reduced if the City Building Official establishes a lesser occupant load for the classrooms during the plan check review process for the new classroom buildings. 32. The use of the new classroom buildings and children's chapel shall be limited to Sunday's only, unless the applicant can demonstrate to the City that midweek use of the buildings can be accommodated with available on -site parking only.