Loading...
PC - Minutes - 02-20-61• 9 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of February 20, 1961 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 3954 North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 8 :08 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Wilt. 2. Present: Commissioners: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Absent: Commissioner Kunz. Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Chairman Wilt declared if there were no objections the approval of minutes would be postponed until the arrival of Attorney Boyko. There were no objections and it was so ordered. OLD BUSINESS 4. PLOT PLAN NO. 38 - CARL GRANT - 8836 E. RAMONA BLVD. Secretary Pederson read the memo from the Traffic Commis- sion recommending relocation of the driveway on Ramona Blvd. and modification of the landscaping to promote better visibility at this corner. Attorney Boyko arrived at 8 :12 o'clock p.m. Advisor Flanery advised that the combined driveways on Ivar Avenue should be reduced to a maximum of 30 feet wide. The plan could be reversed along the Ramona Blvd.side to place the driveway further west in accordance with Traffic Commis- sion recommendations. Jack Adams, Attorney, representing Carl Grant, applicant, stated that any change of this type would destroy the plot plan as it has been submitted. Mr. Adams further stated there would be no objections to the trimming of shrubbery to 30 and curbs and gutters. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan, that Plot Plan No. 38 be approved with the following conditions: 1. that the proposed driveways on Ivar Avenue be a maximum of 30' combined; 2. that the recommendation of the Traffic Com- mission concerning the heighth limits of shrubbery be in- cluded; and 3. that curbs and gutters be installed. Commissioner Buchanan suggested sidewalks to help the haz- ardous situation at this location. Commissioner Lieberg moved to add an amendment to the pre- vious motion to add the following requirements: 1, that sidewalks be constructed; 2. that there be a minimum of li parking spaces for each residence; and 3. that no fence be accepted within the setback area. Amendment to the motion died for lack of a second. (RC) Roll call vote on the original motion was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Wilt. Noes: Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden. Absent: Kunz. 0 0 Chairman Wilt stated that the motion was lost and the floor is clear. It was moved by Casares to restate his previous motion. Motion died for lack of a second. Attorney Boyko stated that if the Planning Commission requires the owner to dedicate property to the City for sidewalks it would shift the property line and change the whole plot plan. Advisor Flanery stated that if the sidewalks were 3 feet wide at the curb line no modification would be needed, although standard sidewalks are 4 feet wide. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Wilt, that Plot Plan No. 38 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1, that the pre^ ^sed driveways on Ivar Avenue be a maxi- mum of 30' combined; 2, that the recommendation of the Traffic Commission con- cerning the heighth limits of shrubbery be included; 3. that curbs and gutters be installed; 4. that a 3' wide sidewalk be constructed between the curb line and property line along Ramona Blvd, and Ivar Avenue; 5. that no fence higher than 30" be constructed within the front setback area. 6, that provisions for covered storage for 2 cars be provided for each residence. After further discussion a substitute motion was made by Casares that this item be postponed until we have a full Commission. Motion died for lack of a second. (RC) Roll call vote on the original motion was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: Casares. Absent: Kunz. Attorney Boyko advised the applicant that he may appeal to the City Council within 15 days after receipt of formal notice of the action of the Planning Commission. 5. ITEM NO. 3 - APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Chairman Wilt stated that on page 2, second to the last paragraph, after the word curb insert "the installation of" Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 6, third to the last paragraph the word "new" should be "now ". Advisor Flanery stated that on page 4, second to the last paragraph "Los Angeles County" should read "interim City ". Commissioner Lieberg stated that on page 5, first para- graph to insert after the word from "the proposed revis- ions of ". Attorney Boyko stated the following corrections: 1. Page 3, item 7, last paragraph strike "this is" and add "there are ", also add at the end "and that the adjoin- ing property owner should join in the application ". 2. Page 3, last line change "were" to "was" 3. Page 4, item 8, first paragraph, after the word care- ful]y change to "and that the City Attorney's opinion on the legality of same, is not ready at this time ". - 2 - E 0 (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, and unanimously carried that the minutes of February 6, 1961, be approved as corrected. 6. AGENDA ITEM NO. S - PLOT PLAN NO. 43 - (Revised) Circle Bee Construction, 9132 Ralph St. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. Commissioner Wearden stated he had checked this location and found that the existing garage and storage in Parcel No. 1 has been rented for three years. Attorney Boyko stated that the property owner on the east should join in this lot split showing that there is approv- al of both parties. The Commission could not approve this if there is a zoning violation due to the rental of the garage. Secretary Pederson stated that this garage had been con- verted into living.quarters many years ago and that there was a possibility that this was a legal non - conforming use. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by McCaffree, that the applicant of Plot Plan No. 43 be given thirty (30) days to obtain the approval of the adjacent property owner and that the Planning Advisor investigate the possible zoning violation. Mrs. Crofford, 9132 E. Ralph Street, applicant in this case, was advised that this Plot Plan would be considered denied after the thirty (30) days have elapsed unless she initates further action. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. NEW BUSINESS Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections the Com- mission would consider Item No. 7 at this time. There were no objections and it was so ordered. 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 44 - JACK WEBER - 4204 N. Rio Hondo Avenue. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. Commissioner Wearden stated that the property to the south is still for sale. Commissioner Buchanan asked if drainage requirements could be part of the conditions? Attorney Boyko stated that specific drainage engineering or drainage protective measures could be part of the con- ditions. Chairman Wilt stated that drainage is quite a problem and should be considered. Jack Weber, £3632 E. Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, applicant, stated that this drainage is over rated and is no more of a problem at this location than any other residential lot. - 3 - 0 0 (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Buchanan, that the staff ask the City Engineer for a investigation and report on drainage of this parcel in Plot Plan No. 44. Advisor Flanery stated that if Mr.. Weber submitted eleva- tion levels this could be handled by the department. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden., Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections the Com- mission would consider Item No.. 9 at this time. There were no objections and it was so ordered.. 8. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9 - REQUEST FOR COMPOSTING OPERATION - David M.. Tillery - 4621 N. Delta St. Secretary Pederson read the letter from Mr.. David M. Till- ery regarding this request.. Advisor Flanery suggested that Mr. Tillery write a letter to the Planning Commissioners with full details of this composting operation stating he,ighth and size of compost.,, number of vehicles and type of delivery service, if there are any signs or lights, and what types of materials will be composted. Attorney Boyko stated that the City of Rosemead Ordinance limits material to only leaves and vegetable matter. Mr. David Tillery, 4621 N.. Delta St.., applicant, brought two samples of compost to show the Commission. He further stated that this material is used for all gardening and farming purposes. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that the applicant furnish the Commission in writing the information that has been called for by Advisor Flanery and any other information that is pertinent to this matter.. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 10 :45 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 10:47 o'clock p.m.. 9. AGENDA ITEM N0. 8 - PROPOSED ORDINANCE REGULATING DIVISION OF LOTS NOT CONTROLLED BY THE SUBDIVIS- ION ORDINANCE. Secretary Pederson explained this proposed ordinance which pertains to the subdivision of lots into four parcels or less. Advisor Flanery stated that he thought this was a very good draft. Secretary Pederson suggested that in Section 9406 it should require 12 tentative plot plans or maps to be filed. Commissioner Lieberg stated that the standard tentative map is to work with and that the final map referred to in Section 9413 would be the finished product. - 4 - E Commissioner Lieberg further stated that specifications and requirements on driveways should be included. Attorney Boyko stated that specific details of this type are not necessary in the ordinance. Driveway standards and requirements could be policy procedure. He stated that these details could be included, however. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares, that the Plan- ning Commission recommend this proposed lot split ordinance to the City Council for adoption with the changes as sug- gested by the Commission. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. Commissioner McCaffree abstained from voting. 10. AGENDA ITEM NO. 6 - PROPOSED ORDINANCE REQUIRING fNSTALLA- TION OF CURBS AND GUTTERS ON NEW CON- STRUCTION. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Wilt, that Agenda Item No. 6, the proposed curb and gutter ordinance, be postponed until the next regular meeting, March 6, 1961. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. 11. AGENDA ITEM NO_. 10 - MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF. A. Secretary Pederson read a letter from the California Christian Home requesting permission to construct a stair- well and area way below grade level, within the 20' set- back at the front of the proposed Nursing Home for the Aged, 4820 N. Delta Street, Rosemead. After short discussion it was requested that copies of this plan be sent to the Commissioners and that this matter be on the agenda of the next meeting for action. B. Commissioner Buchanan stated that the proposed parking ordinance for multiple dwellings will be presented to the City Council,'February 28, 1961. C. Commissioner Lieberg requested that a copy of Ordinance No. 51 be sent to all Commissioners. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Wilt, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 12:15 o'clock a.m. Next regular meeting will be March 6, 1961. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY - 5 -