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PC - Minutes - 05-15-610 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 8:04 o'clock p.m. CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of May 15, 1961 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Wilt. 2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: Buchanan, Wearden. Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Commissioner Lieberg stated that on page 2, item 5, second line of motion after the word "subject" add "to the follow- ing conditions "; also line 2 of the paragraph following the conditions should read "mover did" instead of "mover died ". Commissioner Kunz stated that on page 5, condition 8, should read "where two" instead of "to ". Attorney Boyko stated that on page 3, paragraph 2, line 2, strike the word "as" and use "if ". (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Casares, and unanimously carried that the minutes of May 1, 1961, be approved as corrected. ADMINISTRATIVE: 4 5. OLD BUSINESS INVESTIGATION OF BUILDING VIOLATION ON NORWOOD PLACE. SECRETARY PEDERSON REPORT. Secretary Pederson stated that he had Department of Building and Safety and A permit was taken out to change the to the other side of the garage, thus access to the garage. NEW BUSINESS 0 checked with the there was no violation. existing garage door making an easier PLOT PLAN NO. 60 - L. BAMISH - 3130 North Rosemead Place - CIRCLE BEE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and further stated that the property slopes to the east and questioned if there would be proper drainage. He also questioned the location of the front property line as shown on the plot plan. Chairman Wilt asked if two cars could park at the front driveway. Mr. Graeber, Circle Bee Construction, 1123 S. San Gabriel Blvd., stated that the property line is 24' from the garage on Parcel " A " and that the house is 50' back from the fence; also that the fence is on the property line. Commissioner Kunz stated that 3 bedroom houses on these small lots appeared to be crowded, and that the guest park- ing should be 20' X 201. 0 0 Chairman Wilt stated that Parcel "B" could have a little more room by moving the garage closer to the Parcel "A" line, and moving the Parcel " A " line toward the street. Commissioner Lieberg stated he did not particularly like this layout since it was somewhat congested and children will be playing on the blacktop driveways.. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Lieberg, that Plot Plan No. 60 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the driveway on Parcel " A " be widened to a mini -. mum of 16 feet. 2. That the driveway for Parcel "B" and "C" be so con- structed to drain the runoff water to Rosemead Place. 3. Where two or more lots share a common driveway, mutual easements and maintenance covenants shall be recorded. 4. That the driveway shall be constructed with 4" premix over 4 " Type A aggregate base. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 6. HOUSE MOVE -INS - DISCUSSION - CHAIRMAN WILT Chairman Wilt stated that many cities have ordinances pro- hibiting house move -ins and that this Commission approved a house move -in on Plot Plan No. 16, last year, (Joseph Hoch - 9128 E. Glendon Way). He further stated that no action has been taken on this plan although they have cleaned up the property; and that house move -ins can take place in the City of Rosemead provided they meet all the Building and Safety requirements. Commissioner Casares stated he felt this would interfere with property rights and does not see how the City could prohibit this type of development. Attorney Boyko stated that perhaps the issuance of a permit would provide some control for house move -ins. Commissioner Lieberg asked if it would be possible to put a time limit on this type of use. Attorney Boyko referred to Section 649 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance which reads: "After a public hearing as provided for in this Article, the Commission may revoke or modify any permit, exception or other approval which has been granted either automatic- ally or by special action of either the Jity Council7 or the Commission, pursuant to either the provisions of ordinance or of any ordinance superseded by this ordinance on any one or more of the following grounds: (b) That the use for which such approval was granted is not being exer- cised". Attorney Boyko stated that an applicant could come to the Planning Commission for a permit and this would help the Building Inspector and also could gear the standards to the general neighborhood requirements and scheme of the area. He further stated that Section 702 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance covers the conformance of house move -ins as to the general character of the existing buildings in the neighborhood, but he was not certain as to what this would mean since the language is somewhat general. - 2 - 0 0 Advisor Flanery stated that Mr. Oliver Grant of the Depart- ment of Building and Safety would be very happy to come to a meeting and explain the Department's problems with move -ins. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Wilt, that Mr. Flanery contact Mr. Grant to attend a Planning Commission meeting and inform this Commission along these lines concerning house move -ins. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares, that the Plan- ning Commission adopt a policy (No. 10) whereby all the conditions of plot plan approvals shall be subject to a revocation after one year unless an application is applied for at that time. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares, that the staff be requested to advise the applicant of Plot Plan No. 16, that the Planning Commission is considering revocation of the approval as it has not been completed as of this date. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. 7. BUFFER ZONES - SURVEY - SECRETARY PEDERSON Secretary Pederson gave the Commissioners a report regarding buffer zones prepared by the staff. Chairman Wilt stated he would like to have some time to study this report before further action is taken. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Lieberg, that this item be placed on the agenda for the meeting of June S, 1961. Commissioner Casares stated he felt this item was particu- larly important at this time because of the new annexations. Commissioner Kunz withdrew her motion with consent of the second. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Lieberg, that a report stating his opinions shall be obtained from the Planning Consultant for discussion at the next meeting. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Casares. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. 8. REQUEST FOR VACATION OF STREET - BARRETTE AVENUE. Secretary Pederson stated that the Commissioners had copies of a map prepared by the Los Angeles County Road Department showing the creation of a cul de sac. He further stated that the last two property owners on Barrette Avenue would have to dedicate a portion of their existing lot to create this cul de sac; however, in turn they would get an addition- al 27 feet on the side of their lot. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by McCaffree, that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council the approv- al of the request for the vacation of Barrette Avenue subject - 3 - 0 0 to the elimination of a portion and dedication of an addi- tional right -of -way by the adjacent property owners and the relocation of curbs and gutters as per the map made a part of the record, and there be also accepted from the portion to be vacated enough of the present right -of -way on Barrette Avenue adjacent to the cul de sac to permit the extension of Barrette Avenue and that the remaining boundaries be added to the map by the Road Department. Advisor Flanery inquired as to the City maintaining the access rights or could they be retained? Commissioner Lieberg stated that this proposed vacation would not prevent a third party from having access at the end of the cul de sac and thought that possibly 6 to 1' could be retained in fee to prevent this. Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 10:15 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 10 :25 o'clock p.m. Commissioner Casares withdrew his previous motion with consent of second. Attorney Boyko stated he would recommend that this matter be referred back to the staff and that this map then be incorporated in the record. Property owners should be contacted in regard to this matter. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares, that the staff prepare a revised map including all the recommendations made tonight and resubmit this revised map with a number and date for further action. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. 9. COMMUNICATIONS A. THE ROSEMEAD CHURCH OF CHRIST. Secretary Pederson read this communication from Mr. Leo Berg, Chairman of Trustees requesting the possibility of postpon- ing the requirement of the construction of a block wall along a portion of the Church's property line. Advisor Flanery stated that the Church is in a "P" zone, the Commission could deviate from this without a public hearing and a zone exception as churches are permissable in "P" zones. He further referred to Section 261 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance which describes conditions of "P" zones. Commissioner Lieberg felt that the Commission should have the staff present a layout with further information regard- ing this matter. Secretary Pederson stated we could ask the Building De- partment's recommendation on this matter. Chairman Wilt explained that this is a "P" zone next to a residential zone and the Building Department wanted them to put up a new fence here. Commissioner Casares stated that it for this request was because of lack this was not an adequate reason. appeared the only reason of funds and he felt - 4 - 0 Secretary Pederson stated that under our ordinance the only thing the Commission can do would be to advise them to apply for a zone exception. Attorney Boyko stated that they could be advised to comply with the ordinance, apply for a zone exception or seek relief from the City Council. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, that the Secretary write a letter in answer and that this communication be re- ceived and filed. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Buchanan, Wearden. 10. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF A. Weekly Newsletter Commissioner Casares inquired as to the legality of the City sending out a weekly newsletter to subscribers only. Attorney Boyko stated that he would have to check into this matter. B. Policy Pamphlet Secretary Pederson stated he had prepared a preface to the policy pamphlet which reads as follows: "The Rosemead Planning Commission, pursuant to the Rosemead Interim Zoning Ordinance and all amendments thereto, has established the policies listed herein. These are general policies which shall be adhered to, although modifications will be possible in special cases. The Commission agreed in general that this sounded very good. C. Annexations No. 14 and 15 Secretary Pederson state7 that Annexations No. 14 and 15 were successful at the City Council meeting of May 9, 1961. D. Hours of Meetings Secretary Pe erson stated that the City Council discussed the matter of late hours being kept by the Commission. The Council recommended an adjournment by 1:1:00 o'clock p.m. unless the business can be completed by 11:30 o'clock p.m. Chairman Wilt suggested that the meeting start at 7:30 0' clock instead of 8:00 o'clock p.m. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Casares that the Plan- ning Commission adopt the recommendation of the City Council to try and end their meetings by 11 :00 o'clock p.m. unless the Commission can be done with their business by 11 :30 p.m. Commissioner Lieberg asked if this was requested by the staff? He further stated that he did not like these late hours, however, the business at hand does take all the time we devote to it. Mayor Andersen stated he requested this item on the Council agenda for three reasons: 1. That applicants present to hear their items of business sometimes have to wait too long. 2. For the consideration of the staff. 3. After so late a time the Commission is not as alert. - 5 - i 0 Attorney Boyko stated that perhaps if there were two regular administrative meetings to handle plot plans, zone exceptions, etc. and then one study meeting a month to handle and discuss legislative matters. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, McCaffree. Noes: Kunz, Lieberg, Wilt. Absent: Buchanan,, Wearden. Commissioner Lieberg requested the next agenda include a discussion of starting the meetings at 7:30 o'clock p.m. E. Attorney Boyko announced that the City of Commerce has adopted amendments to the zoning ordinance and some other minor improvements which we may wish to consider. F. Secretary Pederson stated that the Rinker Development Zone Exception will be on the Agenda of June 5, 1961. (MO) It was moved by Chairman Wilt, second by Casares, and un- animously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting ad- journed at 11 :28 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be June 5, 1961. T, 1 - 6 -