PC - Minutes - 11-20-610
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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of November 20, 1961
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A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City
of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 8815 East
Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by
Chairman Wilt at 7 :32 o'clock p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Maude.
Present: Commissioners: Buchanan, Casares, Crabtree, Maude,
McCaffree, Wilt.
Absent: Commissioner: Kunz.
Ex officio: Boyko, Dato, Farrell, Flanery, Phillips.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 6, 1961.
Chairman Wilt stated that on page 5, first paragraph, fourth
line after the word "time" add "as!'.
Advisor Flanery stated that on page 3 second to last paragraph
the word "fatal" should be "factual ".
Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 2, third paragraph
from the last, fourth line a typographical error should be
"children ". Also on page 5, first paragraph, line 5 after
the word "ownerS'add "counting the applicant ".
Attorney Boyko stated that on page 3, fourth paragraph should
read as follows:
"Attorney Boyko stated that the reasons why it is the usual
policy not to consider a zoning boundary that would create a
zoning change in the middle of the street, should be explained."
(MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Maude and unamimously
carried that the minutes of November 6, 1961 be approved as
corrected.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS
4. None.
NEW BUSINESS
5. PLOT PLAN NO. 74 - BRUCE PRENTICE - 4324 Arica Street (Ruby
Satterwhite)
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan and that the applicant had presented a new plot
plan showing more detail.
Bruce Prentice, 9861 Lower Azusa Road, applicant, stated that
on parcel " A " the old garage will be removed and a new one
constructed. Also, the driveway could be 16 feet wide instead
of 20 feet.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan, that Plot Plan
No. 74 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's
standard requirements and that the existing garage on Parcel
" A " be torn down and a 2 car garage be erected.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Maude. Noes: None. Absent:
Kunz.
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6. PLOT PLAN NO. 75 - T.F. F, R.E. SCHRAMM - 4205 North Walnut
Grove
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.
Mr. Ted Schramm, 4205 North Walnut Grove, owner and applicant
stated that the reason for the long 10 foot driveway is to
leave enough room on the front lot for another house in the
future.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Wilt, that Plot Plan No...
75 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's standard
requirements with the additions of the following conditions:
(1) that the driveway be widened to 16 feet to the garage on
parcel " A "
(2) that a 10 feet right of way be dedicated for the future
widening of Walnut Grove Avenue, and the curb and gutter
requirement will be waived, but sidewalks will be required by
the property owner at the time of road improvement.
(3) That there be a recorded declaration of easement as the
sewer line is under the driveway..
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Maude. Noes: None. Absent :. Kunz.
7. PLOT PLAN NO. 76 - SANTA ANITA CON.. - 9270 East Pitkin Street
(John William and Meta Davis, Owners)
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.,
(MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares,.that Plot Plan
No. 76 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's
standard requirements and that the garage on parcel " A " be
set back 25 feet instead of 20 feet.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree,.Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, Maude. Noes: McCaffree, Absent: Kunz.
8., PLOT PLAN NO. 77 - LA COSTA BUILDERS - 4222 North Bartlett
Avenue (Joseph & Caroline Goss,' Owners)
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by McCaffree, that Plot Plan
No. 77 be approved as presented subject to the Planning
Commission's standard requirements..
(RC) Roll Call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Maude. Noes: None:. Absent: Kunz.
9. PLOT PLAN NO. 78 - GARVEL VAUGHAN - 3710 North Muscatel (Mary
Maloof, Owner)
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.
Jerry Sandusky, Realtor, representing Mr...Vaughan, stated
that Mr. Vaughan purchased parcel " A " from Parcel "B" and
the escrow is completed.,
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Commissioner Casares stated that Parcel "B" has two residences
that have no garages or parking facilities which constitutes
a legal non - conformance use. As this parcel is part of the
plot plan it would be necessary to bring parcel "B" up to code
standards. .
Attorney Boyko stated the Commission has three alternatives:
(1) would be to approve as is;
(2) that the Commission may deny approval on the condition
that it is a non - conformance use; and
(3) it may be approved on condition that the remaining parcel
be brought up to standard parking requirements.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Cra
No. 78, Parcel " A " be approved subject
standard requirements also that Parcel
to conform with the City of Rosemead's
guest parking ordinance.
tree, that Plot Plan
to the Planning Commission's
"B" be brought up to Code
garage, driveway and
After considerable discussion Mr. Garvel Vaughan, owner of
Parcel " A " stated that he would like to withdraw his application
for development at this time.
10. REQUEST FOR CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK VARIANCE - 9030 East
Ncwby Avenue
Acting Secretary Farrell read the communication requesting
curb, gutters and sidewalks variance on property located three
lots from Rosemead Boulevard.
(MO) After short discussion it was moved by McCaffree, second by
Buchanan, that the property at 9030 East Newby Avenue be allowed
a variance for curb, gutter and widewalks with an extension of
six months from the date of original application.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Maude. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz.
I]. REQUEST FOR CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK VARIANCE - 9222 East
Marshall Street
Acting Secretary Farrell read the request for curbs, gutters and
sidewalks variance at 9222 East Marshall Street. He further
stated that the City should hear from the State in 30 to 60
days as to the status of Marshall Street.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree second by Wilt, that the property
at 9222 East Marshall have a 60 day extension on the curbs,
gutters and sidewalks compliance with the right to bring this
matter up again.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes; Crabtree, Casares, .
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Maude. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz.
11A. REQUEST FOR CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK VARIANCE - 4555 North
Delta - Plot Plan No. 59
Acting Secretary Farrell read the communication requesting
curbs, gutters and sidewalk variance as,there is a petition being
circulated for improvements on Delta Street.
Mr. Howard Towney, applicant for Plot Plan No. 59 stated he
would like to make the improvements when the whole block
installs same. .
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree, that a 6 month
extension be granted for curbs, gutters and sidewalks variance
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on Plot Plan No' 59:
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows Ayes: Buchanan, Casares,
Crabtree, Maude, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz.
12. PETITION FOR ZONE CHANGE ON NORTH IVAR AVENUE BETWEEN MISSION
DRIVE AND GRAND AVENUE - G. J. Skinner
Acting Secretary Farrell explained that this zone change request
is one the Commission had about 2 years ago and has been await-
ing the Master Plan.
After further discussion it was decided that the City Administrator
assist Mr. Skinner in preparing a new and up to date petition.
Mrs. Simerly, 3729 East Mission Drive stated they had requested
a"zone change in June 1960 and has had no answer to date.
Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections this matter
would be on the next agenda. There were no objections.
LEGISLATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS
13. BUFFER ZONE ORDINANCE - DISCUSSION
Commissioner Kunz arrived at this time.
Commissioner Casares stated he would like to have this matter
handled now, and questioned if the two new Commissioners were
prepared to make a decision on this proposed buffer zone
ordinance. Commissioners Crabtree and Maude both stated yes.
(MO) After considerable discussion by the Commissioners it was
moved by McCaffree, second by Wilt, that this matter be deferred
until January 2, 1962 at which time action should be taken in
regard to the proposed Buffer Zone ordinance.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Kunz, Maude. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
14. CITY HALL SITE - DISCUSSION
Planning Consultant Mansur stated there were three feasible
plans all adjacent to the new Regional Library site, and that
most civic centers are best located at the edge of the business
district.
After lengthy discussion Chairman Wilt stated that this matter
would be on the next agenda for action. There were no objections
and it was so ordered.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan and unanimously
carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at
11:35 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be December 4,
1961 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
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