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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: • 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, 0 0 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. , 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: ALARCON ORTIZ BREEN HERRERA 'I LOI X X X X PUM INC C9NAf1SS 1##MEET /N6 X X 17 DATE: AGENDA #: RESO #: ADDRESS/DBA: ADJOURNMENT: January 20 2003 #6A -B PC RESOLUTION(S) 03 -01 02 > 9512 Vallev (TPM27012) > 3107 Gladvs (CUP 86 -344 WodiflentionJ) 7:20 P.M. • • TPhf27012 Jmmmy 6, 2003 Page 2 of 3 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. lPM 270 /2 Janumy 6. 2003 Page 3 of 4 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 0 TP44 270/2 Jaaam 1 , 6, 2003 Page 4 of 5 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 TPA9 27012 Jantuoy 6. 2003 Page 5 of 7 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. ROAD 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.