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PC - Minutes - 03-20-610 0 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of March 20, 1961 A.regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 395'+ North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 3 :04 o'clock p.m. I. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner McCaffree. 2. Present: Commissioners: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Li.eberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Absents Commissioner Wearden Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Lieberg stated that on page 2, item 5, paragraph 4, line 4 after the word "possible" add "on to Rio Hondo Avenue ". Also on page 5, paragraph 2 "Commissioner Lieberg stated that 74:5% of all plot plans have been approved by the Planh ng Commission" should be added. Commissioner McCaffree stated that paragraph 4 the word "we" should r (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by animously carried that the minutes be approved corrected. OLD BUSINESS on page 5; item G. Bad "he ". McCaffree and un- of March 6, 1961, 4. PLOT PLAN NO. 36 - SAUNDERS - 3853 No. Muscatel Avenue - CASNER CONSTRUCTION Chairman Wilt stated that Mr. Mansur had looked this plot plan over. He further explained that Commissioner Buchanan and he had talked with Mrs. Saunders regarding this plot plan. Mrs. Saunders, 3853 North Muscatel Avenue, stated that she would like a ninety (90) day extension to work this plot plan over. . Commissioner Lieberg asked if the City Council had placed any time limit on this plot plan. The City Council had not. (MO) it was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares and unanimously carried that plot plan 36 be given up to ninety (90) days deferrment at the request of the applicant and that it may be placed on the agenda at anytime prior to the expiration of the ninety ( 0 10) day period.. NEW BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN N0. 43 - MILLER- 3620 North Ellis Lane - SANTA ANITA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Robert Selway, Santa Anita Construct -ion, 8717 East Las Tunas, San Gabriel, applicant, presented a deed and stated that this was a separate parcel from the portion of the lot facing Temple City Boulevard. Advisor Flanery stated that Regional Planning has no records to show the date of a previous lot split. Attorney Boyko stated that on the legal description there is a date of August 10, 1959, and the name of Ernest V. Chaves and wife. Chairman Wilt stated that this is a very good plan for this location and would be an improvement for the area. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares that Plot Plan No. 48 be approved subject to the following conditions: (1) that a thirty (30) foot easement be dedicated for road purposes for the ultimate widening of Ellis Lane. (2) that the sewer line for lot I not be under the drive- way that serves lot 2.. (3) if there is a 25 foot space 20.feet wide from the front of the garage to the northerly edge of the driveway on lot 2, guest parking need not be provided. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes : Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None, Absent: Wearden. Secretary Pederson stated applicant should present five (5) copies of a revised plot plan, showing these conditions, to the City Hall for staff approval. 6. .PLOT PLAN NO. 49 - DiGIORG10 - 5009 North Earle Street, SANTA ANITA CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Secretary Pederson stated he had talked with Mr. Mansur regarding the possibility that this area north of Grand Avenue m';ht become M -1 throughout as a result of the Ma-ter PIc'). Commissioner Buchanan stated that this driveway was serving a large area, and the Commission should consider this very carefully. A. J. Tambie, 9316 East La Rosa Drive, Temple City, future owner, stated that the M -1 zone across the street presents no problems since the Edison Company keeps the property up very well. (iJ0) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz to deny Plot Plan 49 under the provisions of Section 729, Article 9, Chapter I of the Rosemead Municipal Code.. Commissioner Buchanan stated it seemed very unfair to the applicant to simply deny this request; he further suggested that a postponement would be much fairer.. Robert Selway, Santa Anita Construction, 8717 East Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, stated that this is the only way to use this size of lot to its fullest capacity. Chairman Wilt asked if this driveway could be made into a half street and half cul de sac. Mr. Selway stated this would create 60 foot deep lots and this size is not very desirable.. -2- 0 • Commissioner Casares stated that it doesn't seem reasonable to have a lot with 17,000 square feet and not utilize it now. This would make a good subdivision. (SMO) A substitute motion was made by Lieberg, second by Casares to postpone Plot Plan 49 for the meeting of April 17 for the applicant to have the opportunity to work with Advisor Flanery on the possibility of a half street. Secretary Pederson stated that if the Commission feels this proposed development should not be approved on the basis of Section 729 it would be further inconveniencing the applicant to ask him to revise his proposed plans. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Wearden. 7. PLOT PLAN 50 - GRAEBER & CROFFORD - 9333 Glendon Way - CIRCLE BEE CONSTRUCTION CO. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Commissioner Casares stated that the plot plan had so many pen and pencil changes it was very difficult to read. He further suggested that a new plot plan be submitted. Nancy Graeber, 1266 Farmstead, La Puente, stated that Mr. Bonnell at Regional Planning Commission is responsible for these prints being penciled so badly. Commissioner Buchanan stated that the sewer lines should be shown on the plans. Secretary Pederson stated that this plan could be approved subject to a:.revised plan to be submitted to the staff for approval. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares and unanimously carried that Plot Plan 50 be tabled until the meeting of April 3 subject to a revised plot plan showing separate sewer lines, curbs and gutters and a paved easement.. Commissioner Casares was excused at this time (9 :50 o'clock P. m.) 8. PLOT PLAN NO. 51 - LONGOBARDO & ANDERSEN - Corner of Rio Hondo & Olney Street - PICKERING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Annetta Mae Anderson, 4824 Birchland Place, Temple City explained the curb and gutter, sidewalk and easements situation at this location. Erma Prosser, Realtor, 9116 East Las Tunas, Temple City stated that the proposed.house in Parcel "C" would be six (6) feet from the Los Angeles County storm drain easement. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Wilt that Plot Plan 51 be approved as presented. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Buchanan., Absent Casares and Wearden. - 3 - 0 0 9. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF. A. Secretary Pederson stated the time for the preparation of the 1961 -62 Budget is nearing and the Commission should begin thinking about any suggestions it may have which should be considered in the budget. Commissioner Lieberg suggested that the staff prepare a tentative budget for the Commission to work from. B. Secretary Pederson stated that the City Council has two ordinances which it is considering and these will re- quire a statement of commission policies to Le issued in pamphlet form at the time requests for property de- velopment are made which will fall under the jurisdic -' tion of these ordinances. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Wilt and unanimously carried that the Secretary prepare a tentative list of policies and procedures for the Planning Commission to work with. C. Secretary Pederson stated that the City had received a petition from 12 people protesting the composting operation on Delta Street. Advisor Flanery stated he called Mir. Tillery and ad- vised him that it would be a violation to use these composting bins. He further stated that this type of operation is not permitted in this zone and it might be wise to ban it now. D. Commissioner Lieberg stated he would like to receive the recommendations for the surfacing of driveways from Advisor Flanery for the Commission to consider as policy requirements in plot plan approvals. E. Chairman !,%lilt stated that Commissioner Buchanan would build a rostrum for the audience to speak from, and the City will furnish the material. F. Chairman Wilt stated that the sidewalk and curb and gutter ordinance was presented to the City Council at the last meeting. Commissioner Lieberg stated that this ordinance is for the betterment of the City of Rosemead and is very applicable. lie further asked that a copy of the ordinance as adopted be sent to the Planning Commissioners. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Kunz and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10 :45 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be April 3, 1961. CHAIRMAN T R - 4 -