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PC - 2012-19 - Appoving Design Review 11-02, Permitting The Construction of a New Single Family ResidencePC RESOLUTION 12 -19 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 11 -02, PERMITTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE WITH 2,700 SQUARE FEET OF LIVING AREA WITH AN ATTACHED FOUR CAR GARAGE AND A DETACHED THREE CAR GARAGE LOCATED AT 7432 WHITMORE STREET IN THE R -2 (LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL) ZONE (APN: 5286- 018 -011). WHEREAS, on June 21, 2011, Simon Shum submitted an application to demolish an existing single family residential unit and a detached two car garage in order to construct a 2,700 square foot, single family residential unit with an attached four car garage and a detached three car garage located at located at 7432 Whitmore Street, and WHEREAS, 7432 Whitmore Street is located in the R -2 (Light Multiple Residential) zoning district; and WHEREAS, Section 17.72.050 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) provides the purpose and criteria for a design review; and WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and Section 17.72.050 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to approve, conditionally approve, or deny design review applications; and WHEREAS, on September 6, 2012, fifty -one (51) 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 Design Review 11 -02, and on September 6, 2012, the notice was published in the Rosemead Reader; and WHEREAS, on September 17, 2012, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Design Review 11 -02; 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 Design Review 11 -02 is classified as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines. Section 15303 of the CEQA exempts projects that consist of the construction of three or less residential units in a residential zone. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Design Review 11 -02 in accordance with Section 17.72.030 et seq., of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows: A. The plans indicate proper consideration for the relationship between the proposed building and site developments that exist or have been approved for the general neighborhood; FINDING: The property is located within an established residential zone of the City. The applicant has provided an aesthetically complementary design for the new home, which includes a single story, modern residential design style. The new single - family residential development will improve the overall aesthetics of the neighborhood. In addition, the new development will have similar setbacks and heights as homes in the surrounding area B. The plan for the proposed building and site development indicates the manner in which the proposed development and surrounding properties are protected against noise, vibrations and other factors which may have an adverse effect on the environment and the manner of screening mechanical equipment, trash, storage, and loading areas. FINDING: The applicant has proposed a single story residential development. Conditions of approval have been incorporated to eliminate any adverse effects on the environment as a result of the proposed project. This development will not generate any permanent impacts to noise levels for the surrounding area. All construction work will be required to comply with the timeframe, and decibel levels indicated in the City's Noise Ordinance (Ordinance 478 and 541). Conditions of approval will specifically address factors such as noise, construction hours, landscaping, and the overall maintenance of the property. C. The proposed building or site development is not, in its exterior design and appearance, so at variance with the appearance of other existing buildings or site developments in the neighborhood as to cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value; FINDING: The proposed project will not depreciate the area or neighborhood. The new unit and the site improvements will improve the physical appearance of the property. Staff has worked closely with the applicant to achieve a home design that will complement the neighborhood character. The applicant has proposed a contemporary architectural design, which incorporates some traditional characteristics found in homes currently being built in the San Gabriel Valley. The new single family residence has been designed to create visual interest at the street level. The proposed design elements include stucco exterior, decorative columns and concrete roof tile, which are elements found on many homes in the surrounding area. D. The proposed building or structure is in harmony with the proposed developments on land in the general area, especially in those instances where buildings are within or adjacent to land shown on the General Plan as being part of the Civic Center or in public or educational use, or are within or immediately adjacent to land included within any precise plan which indicates building shape, size, or style. FINDING: The property is not part of the Civic Center Plan, precise plan, or land reserved for public or educational use. The applicant has proposed a good architectural design, which will create an improved site that is aesthetically complementary to the surrounding area. The proposed residential unit and the improvements to the existing residential units include the use of higher quality materials and modern design that will enhance the aesthetics of the area, and will potentially improve land values in the general area. E. The proposed development is in conformity with the standards of this code and other applicable ordinances in so far as the location and appearance of the buildings and structures are involved. FINDING: This proposed development meets all of the minimum code requirements for the R -2 (Light Multiple Residential) zone, and all applicable referenced code sections of the Rosemead Municipal Code. F. The site plan and the design of the buildings, parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site feature indicates that proper consideration has been given to both the functional aspects of the site development, such as automobile and pedestrian circulation, and the visual effect of the development from the view of public streets. FINDING: Access to the site is taken from Whitmore Street. The design and construction of this project would preserve the public safety and provide adequate access and circulation for vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Lastly, the proposed residential unit, the improvements to the existing units, and new landscaping will greatly improve the visual effect of the site from the view of the public street. SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Design Review 11 -02 for the construction a 2,700 square foot, single family residential unit with an attached four car garage and a detached three car garage located at located at 7432 Whitmore Street, and 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 September 17, 2012, by the following vote: YES: a ENG, HERRERA, SOCCARO, HUNTER, 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 17 day of September, 2012. V' r Ruiz, 11hair 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 17 day of September, 2012 by the following vote: YES: ENG, HERRERA, SOCCARO, HUNTER, RUIZ NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE Michelle Ramirez, y cretary Attorney APPROVED AS TO FORM: EXHIBIT "B" DESIGN REVIEW 11 -02 7432 WHITMORE STREET (APN: 5286- 018 -011) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL September 17, 2012 1. Design Review 11 -02 is approved for the construction of a new residential unit with 2,700 square feet of living area with an attached four (4) car garage and a detached three (3) car garage, in accordance with the plans marked Exhibit "C ", dated August 30, 2012. Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for the review and approval of the Planning Division. 2. 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. 3. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building Divisions for review. 4. Approval of Design Review 11 -02 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. 5. Design Review 11 -02 is approved for a period of one (1) year. The applicant shall commence the proposed project 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 Design Review 11 -02 has been unused, abandoned or discontinued for a period of one (1) year it shall become null and void. 6. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and /or approve minor modifications to the project and to these conditions of approval. 7. Design Review 11 -02 is granted or 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 Design Review 11 -02. 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. 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. 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. 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 holiday without prior approval by the City. 13. The Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. 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. 15. 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. 16. The existing residential units shall be improved with new paint treatments and all outdoor storage shall be removed to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 17. The development plans shall be modified to illustrate that the existing driveway shall be improved with colored concrete treatment to match the new driveway in the rear. 18. A six (6) foot tall, concrete block wall shall be constructed along the west and east property boundary. This wall shall replace the existing wood and chain link fencing on -site. The concrete block wall shall be decorative in nature and shall match the existing block wall to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. 19. A landscape plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval. This plan shall include new landscape planters installed around the perimeter of all residential units, and a combination of drought tolerant trees, shrubs, low growing flowers and sod. An irrigation system shall be installed, including automatic timers for all proposed landscaped areas. 20. Two (2) 24" box parkway trees must be installed in a 2.5'x 3' tree well per City Std. S08 -003. (Engineering) 21. The existing 14' wide driveway approach must be replaced with a new 18' wide driveway approach, according to SPPWC Std. Plan 110 -2. (Engineering) 22. 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. 23. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of revocation proceedings. 24. 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. 25. The onsite public hearing notice posting shall be removed within 30 days from the end of the 10 -day appeal period of Design Review 11 -02. 26. No plumbing of any kind and for any purpose shall be permitted in any of the garages with the exception of plumbing for laundry facilities at a later time and subject to any other requirements of the Municipal Code. (Added by the Planning Commission on Sept 17, 2012) 27. The hardscape area between the southernmost garage and the southernmost front house shall be changed from hardscape to a landscape area. (Added by the Planning Commission on Sept 17, 2012)