PC - 2003-01 - Approving Tentative Parcel Map 27012 for the Consolidation of Three Commercial Lots Into One Parcel With The Development of a 65 Room Hotel 9512 East Valley Boulevard0 1 0
PC RESOLUTION 03 -01
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING TENTATIVE
PARCEL MAP NO. 27012 FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF THREE COMMERCIAL
LOTS INTO ONE PARCEL WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 65 -ROOM HOTEL, TO
BE LOCATED AT 9512 EAST VALLEY BOULEVARD IN THE C3 -D; MEDIUM
COMMERCIAL WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY ZONE. (APN: 8593- 001 -014, -035, -040).
WHEREAS, property owner Jeff Chen, 355 West Norman Avenue, Arcadia, California
91006, filed a tentative parcel map application for the consolidation of three commercial lots into
one parcel with the development of a 65 -room hotel, on December 23, 2003; and
WHEREAS, this property on 9512 East Valley Boulevard is located in the C3 -D; Medium
Commercial with a Design Overlay zoning district; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.44 et seq. of the Rosemead Municipal Code sets standards for
development of properties in the C -3 Zone; and
WHEREAS, Sections 66451 et seq of the California Government Code (Map Act) and
Section 16.08.130 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to
approve, conditionally approve or deny tentative subdivision maps; and
WHEREAS, Sections 66473.5 and 66474 of the California Government Code (Map Act)
and 16.08.130 of the Rosemead Municipal Code specify the criteria by which a subdivision map
may be granted:
• The map will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor
injurious to the property;
• The proposed subdivision will not be contrary to any official plan;
• Each proposed parcel conforms in area and dimension to the City codes;
• All streets, alleys, and driveways proposed to serve the property have been
dedicated and that such streets, alleys and driveways are of sufficient
design to provide adequate access and circulation for vehicular and
pedestrian traffic;
• Easements and covenants required for the tentative map have been executed
and recorded; and
WHEREAS, on December 26, 2003, notices were posted in 12 public locations and 62
notices were sent to property owners within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property specifying
the date time and location of the public hearing for Tentative Parcel Map 27012; and
WHEREAS, on January 6, 2003, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Tentative Parcel Map
27012 ; 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 this activity is
exempt from further CEQA review under section 15305 of CEQA, which exempts projects limited
to the reversion of acreage in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act.
SECTION 2 . The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that
facts do exist to justify approving Tentative Parcel Map 27012 according to the criteria of Section
16.08.130 and Section 17.16.060, respectively, of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
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A. The map will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor injurious to the
property or improvements in the immediate vicinity.
FINDING: Property in the immediate vicinity will not be detrimentally affected by the
proposed consolidation since the surrounding area consists of other commercial properties. The
designs comply with the setback requirements for its zoning district.
13. The map will not be contrary to any official plan adopted by the City Council of the
City of Rosemead; or to any official policies or standards adopted by the City Council and on file
in the office of the City Clerk at or prior to the time of filing of the application hereunder.
FINDING: This proposed project complies with the zoning district and general plan
designation for this area of the City. The site is designated as medium commercial with a design
overlay in both of these maps and the proposed development complies with the minimum lot
dimension and size requirements of the C3 -D zoning district. Accordingly, this development will
not be contrary to any official plan, policies, or standards adopted by the city.
C. Each proposed parcel conforms in area and dimension to the provisions of zoning and
subdivision requirements of the City of Rosemead.
FINDING: The proposed parcel map will consolidate three existing parcels into one
parcel. Each parcel and proposed residence have been designed to meet the minimum parcel size
and property dimension requirements as required in the C3 -D; Medium Commercial with a Design
Overlay Zone.
D. All streets, alleys and driveways proposed to serve the property have been dedicated or
such dedication is not required for the protection of public safety, health and welfare and that such
streets, alleys and driveways are of sufficient width, design and construction to preserve the public
safety and to provide adequate access and circulation for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
FINDING: The City Engineer has reviewed this proposed consolidation relative to the
adjacent right -of -way. Access to the proposed parcels is off Valley Boulevard, which is a fully
improved local street. Based on this review, it is determined that the design and construction of
this project would preserve the public safety and provide adequate access and circulation for
vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
E. Alley easements and covenants required for the approval of the tentative map or plot
plan have been duly executed and recorded.
FINDING: Prior to recordation of the final parcel map, the applicant is required to record
a covenant for ingress and egress, utility and drainage easement, fire lane, and the installation of
parkway area, as required by the City Engineer.
SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Tentative Parcel Map
27012 for the consolidation of three commercial lots into one parcel with the development of a 65 -
room hotel, located at 9512 East Valley Boulevard (APN: 8593- 001 -014, -035, -040), subject to
the conditions listed in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 4 . This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning Commission
on January 6, 2003, by the following vote:
YES: LOI, ORTIZ, BREEN, HERRERA, ALARCON
NO: NONE
A13SENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE,
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SECTION 5 . 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 20" day of January 2003.
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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 20" day of January, 2003,
by the following vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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EXHIBIT "A"
TENTATIVE PARCEL AIAI' 27012
9512 Valley Blvd. (db.a Comfort Suites hotel)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
January 7, 2002
Tentative Parcel Map 27012 is approved for the consolidation of three lots into one for the
development o f a 65 -room hotel to be developed in accordance with the plan marked Exhibit
"B" and submitted colored elevations and color and material sample boards. Any revisions
to the approved plans must be resubmitted for review and approval by the Planning
Department.
2. Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 27012 shall not take effect for any purpose until the
applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead an affidavit staling that they are aware of and
accepts all of the conditions set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions.
3. Tentative Parcel Map 27012 is approved for a two -year period. Applicant shall make
progress towards initiation of proposed use or request an extension 30 days prior to
expiration from the Planning Commission. Otherwise Tentative Parcel Map 27012 shall
become null and void.
4. 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.
5. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time dining construction to
monitor progress.
6. The conditions listed on this Exhibit "A" shall be copied directly onto development plans
submitted to the Planning and Building Departments for review.
7. Occupancy will not be granted until all improvements required by this approval have been
completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s).
5. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment, or trailers. All trash
and debris shall be contained within a trash enclosure.
9. The hours of operation shall be posted in the front window or door. How's of operation shall
be limited to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
10. All trash, rubbish and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, and inspected and
maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition.
1 L The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed, litter free state in accordance with Sections
3.32.010, .020, 030, and .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. Any new litter
and graffiti shall be removed within twenty -four (24) hours.
12. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six (6) inches tall with a minimum
character width of "A inches, contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the
street. The location, color and size of such sign shall be subject to the approval of the
Planning Director.
13. Signs shall comply with Chapter 17.104 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC). Signs
shall not cover more than 25% of the building area or 15% of window area. All signs shall
comply with Section 17.104.050 (RMC) regarding identification of the business in English.
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14. 'file parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re- painted periodically
to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. In accordance with Chapter
17.84 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, all designated parking venues hall be striped. Such
striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly manner.
15. Adequate lighting shall be provided in the parking area. Motion- activated lights shall be
installed where deemed appropriate by the Director of Planning. All exterior lighting shall
be directed away from adjacent properties and shielded on all sides.
16. Violation of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of revocation
proceedings.
17. The site shall be maintained in a graffiti -free state. Any new graffiti shall be removed within
twenty -four (24) hours. A 24 -11our Graffiti Hotline can be called at (626) 307 -0463 for
assistance.
18. Pursuant to Cali fornia Vehicle Code Section 22511.8, at least two (2) percent of the required
parking stalls shall be designated for handicapped space. A letter by the property owner shall
be given to the City authorizing enforcement.
19. The parking space markers, including double striping, wheel stops, and handicapped, shall be
re- painted periodically to City standards and to the satisfaction of the Planning Department.
20. The applicant shall keep the electrical and mechanical equipment and /or emergency exits free
of any debris, storage, furniture, etc., and maintain a minimum clearance of five (5) feel.
21. Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 is approved for an occupancy load of sixty -five (65) rooms
for lodging and manager's quarters with 71 parking stalls provided.
22. All designated parking areas shall be'striped in accordance with Chapter 17.84 of the
Rosemead Municipal Code and the approved plans. Such striping shall be maintained in a
clear, visible and orderly fashion. .
23. All open area not covered by concrete, asphalt, or structures shall be landscaped and
maintained on a regular basis.
24. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy through the
Planning Department and any applicable City of Rosemead business licenses.
25. The owner and /or operator of any such hotel or motel shall have and maintain only one meter
for each utility service to the entire use.
26. Manager's quarters not to exceed one - dwelling unit, which complies with the minimum
multi- family (R -3) standards as set forth in this code are allowed.
27. A security system shall be designated to the satisfaction oftee Sheriffs Department, which
shall include surveillance of arrivals, departures, and parking areas from the office and
security hardware, camera, alarms, and lighting.
28. Every hotel and motel shall have an office with a registration desk, and the office shall be
located in close proximity to the entry driveway to the street front.
29. Vehicles exceeding eighty (80) inches in width shall not be permitted to patio in any required
parking lot used exclusively for the hotel and motel customers. (Noncommercial)
recreational vehicles or motor homes shall be permitted to park in such lots, provided that a t
least one designated recreational vehicle parking space, which is a minimum often (10) feet
by thirty (30) feet, is provided for each twenty -five (25) rooms in the hotel or motel complex.
30. Erasures or alterations on the register required by subdivision of this subsection shall not be
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permitted or made for any purpose, and it shall be unlawful to erase a name or names or
address or addresses or to permit such an erasure.
31. No rooms shall be rented to persons whose occupancy exceeds thirty (30) consecutive days
or exceeds thirty (30) clays in any sixty (60) consecutive day period.
32. On -site management shall be available twenty -four (24) hours a clay.
33. Each guest room shall be provided regularly scheduled maid and housekeeping services.
Such services shall be provided at least once very three (3) clays during any consecutive
occupancy and at least once between each occupancy.
34. In -room telephone service for emergency response purposes shall be provided in all guest
roams.
35. Persons responsible for renting of a room in ay motel or hotel shall provide their name and
permanent address, as verified by presentation of a valid driver's license or other valid
identification, and the license number, state of license, make, model, and year ofany vehicle
parked on -site or off -site. The registration information shall also include the dates of
occupancy, length of slay, room rate, and if-the room is occupied by someone other than the
registrant for in excess of thirty (30) days, the name of the occupant of the room. The
foregoing information shall be maintained in a register.
36. No person all write or cause to be written, or knowingly permit to be written in ay register in
any motel or hotel, any other or different name or designation than the true name of the
person registering herein, or the nanhc by which the person is generally known.
37. The register required by Section 15.40.070, shall be maintained in good condition for a
period of not less than three years fi'mn and after the date of entry.
38. Authorized representatives of the City shall be allowed to inspect the register required by
Section 5.42.070, and no owner, operator, nor other person shall deny, prevent, obstruct, or
attempt to deny, prevent, or obstruct such authorized representatives to inspect the register
during regular business hours when necessary for emergency law enforcement and responses.
39. No room, suite, or bed shall be assigned or rented more than twice within any twenty -four
(24) hour period.
40. No room shall be let for hourly or other short time rates nor advertised in any way to be
available at hourly or other short time rates.
41. No person in occupancy of a motel shall sell merchandise or set to the public there
fi onh.
42. No appliances necessary to the preparation of food shall be permitted in any hotel roonh.
Appliances shall be limited to small refrigerators for drinks, coffee makers, and small
microwave ovens which are not large enough for the actual preparation of meals are not
prohibited by this section.
43. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans
subsequently submitted to the planning and building departments for review.
44. The property shall comply with all appropriate building, fire and health department
regulations.
45. The applicant shall keep the electrical and mechanical equipment and /or emergency exits Free
of any debris, storage, furniture, etc. and maintain a mininnum clearance of five (5) feel.
46. Each owner and operator shall comply with the provisions ofthe Rosemead Municipal Code
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pertaining to the operator's responsibility for the collection of transient occupancy tax.
CITY ENGINEER'S RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 27012
GENERAL
Details shown on the tentative map are not necessarily approved. Any details which are
inconsistent with requirements of ordinances, general conditions of approval, or City
Engineer's policies must be specifically approved in the final map or improvement plan
approvals.
2. A final parcel map prepared by, or under the direction of a Registered Civil Engineer
authorized to practice land surveying, or a Licensed Land Surveyor, must be processed
through the City Engineer's office prior to being Filed with the County Recorder.
3. A preliminary subdivision guarantee is required showing all fee interest holders and
encumbrances. An updated title report shall be provided before the final parcel map is
released for filing with the County Recorder.
4. Monumenlation of parcel map boundaries, street centerlinc and lotboundaries is required for
a map based on a field survey.
5. Final parcel map shall be tiled with the County Recorder and one (1) mylar copy of Filed
map shall be submitted to the City Engineer's office. Prior to the release of the final map by
the City, a refundable deposit in the amount of S 1,000 shall be submitted by the developer to
(lie City, which will be refunded upon receipt of the mylar copy of the filed map.
6. Comply with all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act.
7. Approval for filing of this land division is contingent upon approval of plans and
specifications mentioned below. If the improvements are not installed prior to the filing of
this division, the developer must submit an Undertaking Agreement and a Faithful
Performance and Labor and Materials Bond in the amount estimated by the City Engineer
guaranteeing the installation of the improvements.
S. The City reserves the right to impose any new plan check and /or permit fees approved by
City Council subsequent to tentative approval of this map.
DRAINAGE AND GRADING
9. Prior to the recordation of the final map, grading and drainage plans must be approved to
provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties as approved by the City
Engineer, including dedication of the necessary easements.
10. A grading and drainage plan must provide for each lot having an independent drainage
system to the public street, to a public drainage facility, or by means ofan approved drainage
easement.
11. Historical or existing storm water flow from adjacent lots must be received and directed by
gravity to the street, a public drainage facility, or an approved drainage easement.
12. Surface water generated from the parcel shall not drain over the sidewalk or driveway into
the gutter on Valley Boulevard. A parkway drain(s) is required for the parcel.
13. Developer shall comply with the City's storm water ordinance.
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14. New drive approaches shall be constructed at least 5' from any above- ground obstructions in
the public right -of -way to the top of "x" or the obstruction shall be relocated.
15. Drive approaches shall match proposed driveway width.
16. One existing drive approach on Valley Boulevard shall be closed with full curb, gutter and
sidewalk.
17. Any damaged curb, gutter, and sidewalk along Valley Boulevard shall be reconstructed.
SEWER
18. The developer shall send a print of the sewer plans to the City and to the Los Angeles County
Department of Public Works for review. Approval must be assured prior to filing this land
division map.
19. Approval of this parcel is contingent upon providing separate sewer lateral to serve the
parcel.
20. The developer shall consult the City Engineer to detenninc the sewer location and design
requirements.
UTILITIES
21. Power, telephone and cable television service shall be underground.
22. Any utilities that are in conflict with the development shall be relocated at the developer's
expense.
WATPR
23. The parcel shall be served by adequately sized water system facilities, which shall include
fire hydrants of the size, type and location as determined by the Fire Chief.
24. The water mains shall be of sufficient size to accommodate the total domestic and fire flow
required for the parcel. Domestic flows required are to be determined by the City Engineer.
Fire flows required are to be determined by the Fire Chief.
25. Plans and speci fications for the water system facilities shall be submitted for approval to the
water company serving this pat The developer shall submit an agreement and other
evidence, satisfactory to the City Engineer, indicating that the developer has entered into a
contract with the servicing water purveyor guaranteeing payment and installation of the
water improvements.
26. Prior to the filing of the final map, there shall also be filed with the City Engineer, a
statement from the water purveyor indicating subdivider compliance with the Fire Chiefs
Fire now requirements.