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PC - 2003-04 - Approving Tentative Parcel Map 26652 Subdivision of One Residential Lot Into Two Parcels With the Development of One New Single-Family Residence 3436 Burton AvenuePC RESOLUTION 03 -04 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 26652 FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF ONE RESIDENTIAL LOT INTO TWO (2) PARCELS WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF ONE NEW SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENCE, TO BE LOCATED AT 3436 BURTON AVENUE IN THE R -1; SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE. (APN: 5289- 007 -083). WHEREAS, Hank Jong, 11823 Slauson Avenue Unit 18, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, filed a tentative parcel map application for the subdivision of one residential lot into two (2) parcels with the development of one new single - family residence, on September 11, 2002; and WHEREAS, this property on 3436 Burton Avenue is located in the R -1; Single- Family Residential zoning district; and WHEREAS, Section 17.16 et seq. of the Rosemead Municipal Code sets standards for development of properties in the R -1 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, Section 17.16.140 of the Rosemead Municipal Code allows for flag lot subdivision developments within the R -1 zoning district; and WHEREAS, on January 9, 2003, notices were posted in 12 public locations and 61 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 26652; and WHEREAS, on January 20, 2003, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Tentative Parcel Map 26652 :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 15315 of CEQA, which exempts projects limited to the subdivision of certain properties in urban areas into four or fewer parcels. r SECTION 2 . The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Tentative Parcel Map 26652 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 subdivision since the surrounding area consists of single - family homes such as the proposed project. The implementation of this project will incorporate the construction one new home with respect to adjacent residences and improvements such as the installation of a six foot block wall adjacent to neighboring residential property. The residential designs comply with the setback requirements for its zoning district and the proposed lot sizes exceed the minimum requirements of the City's flag lot ordinance. B. 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 low density single - family residential in both of these maps and the proposed development complies with the minimum lot dimension and size requirements of the R -1 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 split one existing parcel into two parcels. Each parcel and proposed residence have been designed to meet the minimum parcel size and property dimension requirements as required in the R -1; Single Family Residential 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 subdivision relative to the adjacent right -of -way. Access to the proposed parcels is off Burton Avenue, which is a fully improved local street. Each proposed parcel has its own 15 -foot wide driveway. The Los Angeles County Fire Department has reviewed the parcel map and approved access for the proposed properties. Based on these reviews, 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 cross lot drainage and grading and drainage plans must be approved by the City Engineer, including dedication of necessary easements. SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Tentative Parcel Map 26652 for the subdivision of one residential lot into two (2) parcels with the development of one new single - family residence, located at 3436 Burton Avenue, 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 20, 2003, by the following vote: YES: LOI, ORTIZ, HERRERA, ALARCON NO: NONE ABSENT: BREEN ABSTAIN: NONE 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 3` day of February 2003. G Duc Loi, Chairman CERTIFICATION 1 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 3r day of February, 2003, by the following vote: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: EXHIBIT "A" TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 26652 3436 Burton Avenue CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL January 20, 2003 Tentative Parcel Map 26652 is approved for the subdivision of one lot into two parcels with three new single - family residences, 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 26652 shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead an affidavit stating 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 26652 is approved for a one -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 26652 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. 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. 6. Prior to issuance of building permits, all school fees shall be paid. The applicant shall provide the City with written verification of compliance from the Unified School District. 7. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday - Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any legal holidays without prior approval by the City. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. 9. The conditions listed on this Exhibit "A" shall be copied directly onto development plans submitted to the Planning and Building Departments for review. 10. Occupancy will not be granted until all improvements required by this approval have been completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s). 11. Driveways and parking areas shall be surfaced and improved with Portland concrete cement as shown on Exhibit "B"; and thereafter maintained in good serviceable condition. 12. A wall and fence plan will be required if any perimeter fencing or walls are proposed. The colors and materials of the proposed fence shall be consistent or compliment the submitted color and material board and first be approved by the Planning Department prior to installation. A maximum fence /wall height of 4' along the front property line and within the front setback area and a maximum 6' high wall anywhere to the rear of the front yard setback applies. 13. Prior to issuance of Building permits, a landscape and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review, reflecting preliminary approval of landscape /site plan, commonly referred to as Exhibit B. Irrigation plan shall include automatic timers and moisture sensors. All landscaping and irrigation shall be installed and completed prior to final Planning Department approval. 0 0 14. All ground level mechanical /utility equipment (including meters, back flow preservation devices, fire valves, A/C condensers, furnaces 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. Said screening shall be approved by the Director of Planning before installation. 15. No portion of any required front and/or side yards shall be used for storage of any type. 16. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment or trailers. All trash and debris shall be contained within a trash enclosure. 17. All roof top appurtenances and equipment shall adequately be screened from view to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. 18. The property shall be graded to drain to the street, but in no case shall such drainage be allowed to sheet flow across public sidewalk. A grading and/or drainage plan shall be prepared, submitted to and approved by the Building Official, and such grading and drainage shall take place in accordance with such approved plan. 19. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least 4" 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 Director of Planning prior to installation. 20. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or adjacent to the public right -of -way. 21. Applicant shall install and complete all necessary public improvements, including but not limited to street, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, handicap ramps, and storm drains, along the entire street frontage of the development site as required by the Director of Planning. 22. All ground level mechanical/utility equipment (including meters, back flow preservation devices, fire valves and other equipment) shall be screened by screening walls and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. 23. All utilities shall be placed underground including facilities and wires for the supply and distribution of electrical energy, telephone, cable television etc. The underground conversion of these utilities shall consider all future connections to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning. 24. The dwelling unit shall be provided with water conservation fixtures such as low -flush toilets and low -flow faucets. The hot water heater and lines shall be insulated. Landscaping irrigation systems shall be designed for high efficiency and irrigation timers programmed for maximized water usage. 25. All requirements of the Building and Safety Department and Planning Department shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction. 26. Violation of the conditions of approval may result in citation and/or initiation of revocation proceedings.