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PC - Minutes - 04-17-61CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of April 17,1961 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the Cityy of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 395+ North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 8:04 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Casares. 2. Present: Commissioners: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz,. McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: Lieberg. Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson; Phillips: 34 APPROVAL OF MINUTES:" It was moved by Buchanan, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the minutes of April 3, 1961, be approved as printed. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 4, PLOT PLAN NO. 49 - DIGIORGIO - 5009 North Earle Street SANTA ANITA CONSTRUCTION Advisor Flanery stated he had discussed tkis.plot plan with the applicant and found that the owner did not wish to change his original plan. Mr. A.J. Tambie, 9816 East LaRosa Drive, Temple City, stated that he is the co -owner with Mr. DiGiorgio and that they would be very glad to comply with any wishes of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Buchanan stated requirements, but there still zoning for this area. that this plot plan meets all is the question of future M -1 Robert Selway, Santa Anita Construction Co., 8717 E. Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel, questioned the postponement of this plot plan and wondered if it was a question of the future zoning or the desire for a subdivision instead of a lot split. Attorney Boyko explained Section 729 of the Rosemead Munici- pal Code, and further pointed out that when an applicant has a plot plan of four homes and a larger piece of ground this could very well be developed as a subdivision, and that the Commission has been skeptical of this type of de- velopment in the past. Mr. Selway stated that property owners should not be penal- ized because of future zoning plans. He further asked what the requirements are for a half street. Advisor Flanery stated that 26' width constitutes a half street. Mr. Tambie asked that if he spoke with Mr. Mansur, and he is in favor of this development, would this .Commission go along with Mr. Mansur's recommendation. Chairman Wilt pointed out that this development as is, will have a private street and will create a maintenance, clean- ing and lighting problem to future property owners, but that he would probably go along with Mr. Mansur's recommendation. Commissioner Kunz stated that this property would be more valuable developed as a M -1 zone and that this Commission is trying to help the applicant see that this is the right and'best thing for the City of Rosemead. Mr. Tambie stated he would like to talk with Mr. Mansur and work out a feasible plan. (MO) It was moved by Casares to postpone action on plot plan No. 49 until the meeting of May 1, 1961. Motion died for lack of a second. (MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Casares, to deny plot plan No. 49, under the provisions of Section 729, Article 9, Chapter l,, of the Rosemead Municipal Code. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes: None. Absent: Lieberg. Attorney Boyko stated the applicant will be notified in writing of this denial and has fifteen (15) days after this notice to file an appeal to the City Council. 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 52 - WILLIE BROWN - 4214 North Bartlett Ave. SHOREWOOD INCORPORATED Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Tom Howell, Shorewood incorporated, 8833 East Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, applicant, stated that this lot is perfectly level and presented pictures to show same; also that the sewer line will be run under the driveway and that they would be very happy to move the property line in order to equalize the square footage of the two parcels. Chairman Wilt stated he would like to have the individual sewer line, width of the driveway, and slope of the ground shown on a revised plot plan. Commissioner Casares asked if the staff understood these requirements of the last meeting when they asked the appli- cant for a revised plot plan. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by McCaffree, and unanimously carried that plot plan No. 52 be postponed until the meet- ing of May I 1961. 6. PLOT PLAN NO. 53 - SHELDON KROOP - 3623. North Walnut Grove LA COSTA BUILDERS Secretary Pederson reviewed the discussion and action taken on this plot plan at the last meeting. Chairman Wilt stated he had several long discussions with Mr. Kroop, and that Mr. Kroop wished to make no changes in regard to this plot plan. Mr.'Sheldon Kroop, 423 North Lincoln, Monterey Park; stated that he was presenting his plot plan as is, with no changes, for the Commission's approval or denial whichever may be the case. - 2 - Advisor Flanery presented the factual data once again re- garding this plot plan. Commissioner Casares stated in view of the size and value of this proposed house and garage he would have no objection to this plan. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that plot plan No. 53 be approved subject to staff recommendations and that the curb, gutter and sidewalk requirement be waived, that there be a dedication of rigght -of -way sufficient for widening Walnut Grove Avenue to 40' from the center line at this point, and that the driveway be 16' wide. Commissioner Wearden suggested an addition to the motion that the driveway be located 1 to the north of the southerly property line to provide proper drainage. Commissioner Buchanan and second agreed to this addition. Commissioner McCaffree suggested that the motion be changed to require a 20' wide driveway. This suggested change to the motion died for lack of agreement by mover. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Wearden. Noes: McCaffree. Absent: Lieberg. Chairman Wilt stated that the applicant will receive a letter specifying the conditions placed on this plot plan. NEW BUSINESS 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 54 - FORREST LUNDSTROM - 4319 N. Rio Hondo Ave. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Chairman Wilt asked if there would be room for guest park- ing on parcel "A ", and further stated that this is one of the cleanest plot plans we have had in a long time. Mr. Forrest Lundstrom, 9412 Gidley, applicant,stated that these garages to the south. He further stated th posed three bedroom home. Commissioner Casares suggested that have 20'X 20' garages. Temple City, owner and could be moved a little at parcel "B" has a pro - parcels " A " and "B" (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, that plot plan No. 54, be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the garages on parcels " A " and "B" be moved so as to provide 25' parking area from the garage to the nearest edge of the driveway. 2. That curbs and gutters be installed on Rio Hondo Avenue. Commissioner Casares wished to make an addition to his motion that the paved parking area as shown on parcel "B" may be eliminated. Second agreed to this addition. Commissioner Wearden suggested that the line running down the driveway be explained on a revised plot plan. Attorney Boyko easements for maintenance. (RC) Roll call vote Casares, Kunz, Lieberg. stated that the deed should require mutual ise of the driveway and covenants for its was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes: None. Absent: - 3 - 0 8: PLOT PLAN NO. 55 - KLOSTER & SHARPSKY - 8631 E. Norwood Place - SHOREWOOD INCORPORATED Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. He further stated that curbs and gutters are in at this location. Commissioner Casares asked why parcel "D" was left shown on this plot plan, and could the approval be subject to parcel "C" only? Attorney Boyko stated that this could be done in this manner. Advisor Flanery explained that these other parcels are shown simply because the same plan was used here as when the other parcels were approved for development. Robert Sutton, Shorewood Inc., 8833 E. Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, stated that the property is a good 2' above curb line and that the new subdivision in the rear would take care of any drainage problems. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that only parcel "C" on plot plan No. 55 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the driveway be constructed of standard thickness. 2. That the driveway be a 10' minimum width. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes: None. Absent: Lieberg. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections the Commis- sion would consider Item 16 at this time. There were no objections and it was so ordered. COMMUNICATIONS 9. AGENDA ITEM NO. 16 - MURRAY ZWICK - ZEC NO. 4. Secretary Pederson read the communication from Murray Zwick in regard to a request for an extension of time on ZEC No. 4. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz, that the Planning Commission extend the time limit to one year on this request. Attorney Boyko stated that under Section 540 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance the Planning Commission may act without a public hearing provided it grants no longer time than two years after the granting of the zone exception. Commissioner Casares asked if the extension should be applied for before the expiration date or at the time of expiration. Attorney Boyko stated that the request should be made in writing before the expiration date. Commissioner McCaffree wished to withdraw his previous motion with the agreement of second. Second agreed to this withdrawal. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz,that an extension be granted without a public hearing to a date which is the second anniversary (April 6, 1962) of the granting of this Zone Exception Case No. 4. Commissioner Buchanan asked what this extension pertains to in ZEC No. 4. Attorney Boyko answered that the zone excep- tion was to operate a warehouse in a "P" zone. - 4 - ( RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, Casares, Kynz, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes! None. Absent: Lieberg. MURRAY ZWICK - LIBRARY SITE COMMUNICATION Secretary Pederson read this communication from Murray Zwick in full expressing his dissatisfaction with the location of the proposed regional.library. Commissioner Casares stated that the Planning Commission recommended several sites for the regional library and the County decided on the one located between Ivar Avenue and Muscatel Avenue on the south side of Valley Blvd.; also that the Planning Commission had no control over this deci- sion and should not antagonize the County by recommending a change. Mr. Murray Zwick read a letter he had written, dated April 17, 1961, stating his personal opinion in more detail re- garding this site. He felt that this area is potential key business property and that the library would be more valu- able located one block west, or at Muscatel Avenue and Valley Blvd. as the closest to the business district. Secretary Pederson stated that the City had received peti- tions with 128 signatures favoring the present proposed library site. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, that the Planning Commission receive and file this communication from Murray Zwick. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan,, Casares, Kunz, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes: None. Absent: Lieberg. Chairman Wilt stated if there was no objection the Planning Commission would consider Item No. 13 at this time. There were no objections and it was so ordered. LEGISLATIVE: NEW BUSINESS 10. AGENDA ITEM NO. 13 - REQUEST FOR VACATION OF STREET - BARRETTE AVENUE Secretary Pederson read a memo from the Road Department in full giving their recommendations as follows: 1. This dedicated future street was intended for use as a north -south street when the adjacent area would be de- veloped. However, the existing street pattern in this area shows that this would no longer be feasible. Therefore, there is no apparent use for this future street as part of a north -south street. 2. Our recommendation is to vacate this future street but retain enough area adjacent to the terminus of Barrette Avenue to extend said street westerly. A westerly extension of Barrette Avenue would seem feasible if the area is.de- veloped further. 3. If the City feels that there extension of Barrette Avenue our recoi that the property owners benefited by complete a cul de sac for turn around minus of Barrette Avenue and the City lent area for said cul de sac. would be no westerly nmendation would be this vacation should purposes at the ter - should retain suffic- -5- 7 0 4. Since Barrette Avenue drains easterly we feel no drainage problem exists now or would be created if the City acts in accordance with these recommendations. CA Farrell explained that this is a request from the pro- perty owners of lots 1 and 141 which are adjacent to this future street. He further stated that the north and south direction of this future street has no possibilities of joining to another street as there is development on the north. There is the possibility of going west and joining with Fendyke Avenue in the future. (MO) Commissioner Casares moved to recommend to the City Council in line with the recommendations of the Road Department. Motion died for lack of a second. Secretary Pederson stated that the Commission could re- quest the Road Department to prepare a map showing the exact location of a half cul de sac. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, to postpone this item until we receive a map from the Road Department re- garding the possibility of a half or more cul de sac and proper turn around area. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Buchanan, Casares., Kunz, McCaffree, Wearden. Noes: None. Absent: Lieberg.. Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 11:15 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 11:25 o'clock p.m. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 11. AGENDA ITEM NO. 9 - REPORT RE: RECOMMENDATION FOR MINIMUM PAVEMENT THICKNESS - DARRELL FLANERY Secretary Pederson stated the Commissioners had received copies of a supplement to the original pavement thickness report. This supplement describes the approximate cost of the different thicknesses and types of pavement.. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Wilt, and unanimously carried that Item 9 on this agenda be postponed until the meeting of May 1, 1961. 12. AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 - BUDGET 1961 -62 - WORK SHEETS Secretary Pederson stated that the Planning Commission should suggest plans, programs, and activities for itself and the City for the 1961 -62 budget, and that it will probably not be feasible to pay all Commissioners expenses to all meetings. He further stated that so far there has been no appropriation for meetings for the Planning Commis- sion. Chairman Wilt stated that consideration should be made in regard to the League of California Cities meeting in San Francisco and the Southern California Planning Congress in Palm Springs this next fiscal year. Commissioner Casares stated that meeting expenses in the budget are unnecessary and that requests for such meetings should be made to the City Council as needed. He also felt that expenses for Staff, Council, and Commissions should be kept to the barest minimum. - 6 - 0 • 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Chairman Wilt suggested this item be studied further and be placed on the agenda of our next meeting on May 1, 1961. LEGISLATIVE: NEW BUSINESS AGENDA ITEM NO. 11 : ZONING RECOMMENDATIONS RE: ANNEXATIONS 14 AND 15 (Preliminary Discussion) Secretary Pederson stated that the hearing for these annex- ations will be May 9, 1961, and that this memo and zoning maps are to familarize the Commission with this area and the zoning that exists and the recommended changes by Mr. Mansur and Staff. Commissioner Buchanan asked who will be at the Public Hear- ing on May 9th, to answer any questions regarding this zoning. Chairman Wilt answered he is very sure the Secre- tary and Mr. Flanery would do a very good job. AGENDA ITEM NO. 12 - RECOMMENDATIONS RE: BUFFER BETWEEN INDUSTRIAL AND RESIDENTIAL ZONES. Advisor Flanery stated that some quidance is needed con- cerning the use of these Buffer zones, and perhaps the Attorney could draw up some type of ordinance in regard to this matter. Attorney Boyko stated that Secretary Pederson could obtain some sample ordinances from other cities to work with. AGENDA ITEM NO. 14 - TENTATIVE POLICIES RE: ORDINANCES NO. 62 and No. 63. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections this item would be postponed until the meeting of May 1, 1961. There were no objections and it was so ordered. AGENDA ITEM NO. 15 - DISCUSSION - HOUSE MOVE INS - CHAIRMAN WILT. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections this Item would be postponed until the meeting of May 1, 1961. THDare were no objections and it was so ordered. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF None. It was moved by Wilt, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 12:01 o'clock a.m. Next regular meeting May 1, 1961. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY - 7 -