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PC - Minutes - 12-04-61CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of December 4, 1961 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 7:40 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Recording Secretary Phillips. 2. Present: Commissioners: Crabtree,.Casares, Buchanan, Wilt, Kunz, Maude. Absent: Commissioners: McCaffree. Ex Officio: Boyko, Dato, Farrell, Flanery, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 20, 1961. Commissioner Buchanan stated that on Page 2,first motion, (2) condition after the word "required" add "to be constructed ", also (3) condition delete "as the sewer line is under the driveway" and add "be recorded for joint uses of the driveway ". Chairman Wilt stated that on Page 3, items 10, 11, and HA in the motions strike the words "variance" and "compliance ". (MO) It was moved by Buchanan,second by Casares and unanimously carried that the minutes of November 20, 1961 be approved as corrected. Commissioner Buchanan stated he attended a meeting in regard to fallout shelters and would like to make a very brief report. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Wilt that this report be given at this time. (RC) Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares, Buchanan, Wilt, Kunz, Maude. Noes: None. Absent: McCaffree. Commissioner Buchanan stated this was a two day meeting held by the Fact Finding Committee for the State of California and that there were a number of Senators present. However, he attended only one day of this meeting. It was pointed out. that public shelters were far more favorable than private shelters and that companies building individual shelters need to be checked into very carefully. Government aid would furnish supplies for public shelters. Costs per person for public shelters was pointed out and varied somewhat. Shelters for schools were discussed, however, there would be quite a problem as to the usage because parents would want to be with their children and this would create an over crowded situation. New Mexico has built an underground school for shelter purposes, but it is felt that the mental strain and fear created from this type of schooling and shelter combined would not be the solution. The General opinion was to sit tight and see what the govern- ment is planning to do. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 4. None. 0 NEW BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN N0, 79 _ MR, & MRS. YOSHIO WATUMURA - 9047 East Glendon Way Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Chairman Wilt stated that Parcel "B" should have some off street parking area, also this lot is only 28 feet wide by almost 100 feet deep in the front yard and does not present a very well arranged lot. Mr. Murray McDaniels, Lejac Homes, developer, stated that they have had 10 different plans for this lot and this is the only arrangement whereby they could meet all the requirements. Attorney Boyko referred to the City's Small Subdivision Ordinance No. 63, Section 9410, subsections (a), (b), (c) and (d) for the new Commissioner's information. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Crabtree, that plot plan No. 79 be denied as this plan would be materially detrimental to the general welfare in the immediate area. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares, Wilt, Kunz, Maude. Noes: Buchanan. Absent: McCaffree. Attorney Boyko stated that the applicant had the ri,ht to appeal within fifteen (15) days after the receipt of a written notice regarding the Planning Commission's action. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission consider Item No. 3 on the agenda at this time. LEGISLATIVE: NEW BUSINESS 6. ZONE CHANGE REQUEST - R. T. SIMERLY - 3729 EAST MISSION - A -1 TO C -1. (AGENDA ITEM NO. 8) Acting Secretary Farrell read the communication in full regarding this request. This request was before the Commission over a year ago and the applicant had not been informed to date what took place at this meeting. Chairman Wilt pointed out that C zoning is in excess in the City at the present time and that an R -3 zone would probably receive more favorable consideration. ::Adv'i..sor: Flanery stated that in 1953 prior to incorpora- tion this area was studied by the County's Planning Commission and R -3 was recommended providing Mission Drive became a major street. He further stated that a zone change by the properly owner would be quite expensive and suggested that the applicants wait for the Master Plan. Attorney Boyko explained four different methods in which to initiate a zone change. Chairman Wilt stated that a poll of the Commissioners might be helpful at this time to determine the feeling in regard to C -1 or R -3 zoning for this area. In favor of R -3 -- Crabtree, Casares, Buchanan, Wilt, Kunz, Maude. In favor of C -1 -- None. -2- The applicants were advised to follow anyone of the methods suggested in order to make a zone change, possible for their lot. ADMINISTRATIVE: NEW BUSINESS 7. PLOT PLAN N0, 0 01 - MILTON H. EGLEY - 4728 NORTH IVAR AVENUE, Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and stated that the existing sewer lines were over- looked in his office. Chairman Wilt pointed out that there is a petition being circulated on this block for a possible zone change from A -1 to R -3 and asked the applicant if this would change his plans for development on this plot plan. He further stated that Parcel "D" had the potential of serving another parcel and the driveway should be 16 feet wide instead of 10 feet. Mr. Milton Egley, owner, stated that the zone change petition would have no bearing on his proposed development. However, after some consideration he stated that this plan with a couple of changes could be made into a better arranged plot plan. /CA31-�� a ,,,, - s 0 Attorney Boyko Clarified for he appl caaY the applicant wished to withdraw this plan and present a revised plot plan at the next Planning Commission Meeting. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz and unanimously carried that plot plan No. 78 of the November 20, 1961 meeting be reconsidered at this time with the submission of a revised plot plan. 8. PLOT PLAN N0, 78 - GARVEL VAUGHAN - 3710 NORTH MUSCATEL (Mary Maloof, Owner) Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and further stated that an approved subdivision TR 26231 lies to the north of Parcel "B" of this plot plan, also the garage on Parcel "A" should be 25 feet back instead of 20 feet. Mary Maloof, owner. and Jerry Sandusky developer, stated that this property was cleared in January 1959 from government tax liens after about 2 years of legal entanglements and that she would be willing to enter into an agreement with the City to either join into the proposed cul de sac to the north and if this is not possible to bring Parcel "B" up to code standards with driveways and garages or carports. MO) it was moved of plot plan Commission's plot plans b back instead by Wilt, second by No. 78 be approved standard requireme submitted showing of 20 feet. Casares that Parcel "A" subject to the Planning its and that three revised the driveway being 25 feet An additional condition that the owners of Parcel "B" enter into an agreement with the City which is to be recorded "whep,by they will agree t&eithe�l the necessary dedication and improvements to complete the cul de sac to the north within., _:� �f, -six (6) month from this date � , :�m 7or failing to do so, C79 4.o t- I3ey— s4aa -} report back to the Planning Commission and ,Q , ; ,eA 4 do a standard requirements on Parcel "B ". b � Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Crabtree, Casares, Buchanan, Wilt, Kunz, Maude. Noes: None. Absent: McCaffree. -3- 0 LEGISLATIVE: OLD..:BUSINES 9. CIVIC CENTER SITE - RECOMMENDATION Acting Secretary Farrell stated it would be in order for the Planning Commission to make an advisory recommendation to the City Council in regard to the Civic Center site. Chairman Wilt stated that Mr. Mansur is anxious for this matter to be taken care of, also the Master Plan definitely needs to show a Civic Center. (MO) It was moved by Maude, second by Wilt, that in view of the fact that the Loma Avenue location is not the location of the Regional Library, it be recommended to the City Council that the Civic Center should lie adjacent to the library site with Steele Street planned for improvement. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Maude, Kunz, Wilt, Buchanan, Casares, Crabtree. Noes: None. Absent: McCaffree. 10. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF A. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Acting Secretary Farrell read a communication from the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce thanking the Planning Commission for their participation in the 1961 Halloween Parade. B. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS MEETING Acting Secretary Farrell announced the meeting will be Thursday, December 14, 1961 at the West Covina Elks Lodge, 841 West Merced Avenue, 7 :00 o'clock p.m. Mr. Milton Brievogel will speak on "Metropolis 1930 - Part -11 Chairman Wilt asked that three reservations be made for this meeting. C. BUFFER ZONE REPORT Chairman Wilt referred to this report made May 15, 1961, and asked that the new Commissioners each receive a copy of same. D. PLANNING COMMISSION STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Chairman Wilt stated that in motions approving plot plans it is permissable to refer tm the Standard Requirements as a whole and enclose a copy of same in letters to the applicants. E. CURB AND GUTTER VARIANCE REQUESTS Chairman Wilt stated that we have received a considerable number of requests for curb, gutter and sidewalk variances and will probable receive more in the future. He felt that the Commission should consider a standard policy on this matter and would like to know how the Commissioners feel about this. F. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 1 Chairman Wilt stated that the City Council had approved this Zone Change Case at their last meeting. G. STREET IMPROVEMENT PETITIONS Chairman Wilt stated that a petition was being circulated on a street by an unlicensed contractor and would like the -4- 0 Administrative office to check this out. H. PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR R -3, R -4 and C4;1 ZONES Commissioner Buchanan questioned the parking spaces required for mulitple dwellings and also C -1 being used for Multiple. Acting Secretary Farrell stated that our Ordinance covers these zones and requires lZ spaces for each unit. I. COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE AT DINNER MEETINGS Commissioner Buchanan asked.if there was any set number of Commissioners to attend these planning meetingsthat come up. Chairman Wilt stated that these are very useful and informative meetingsand the Commission usually has two or three members in attendance. J. ZONE CHANGE INFORMATION REQUESTED Marie Savoula, 3234 North Rosemead Place, stated she owned an acre of ground and would like to know the procedure for a zone change. Acting Secretary Farrell explained this procedure to Mrs. Savoula. K.. CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK REQUIREMENT POLICY Commissioner Maude stated he would like to make a motion in regard to establishing a policy to help guide the Commission and staff in this matter. (MO) It was moved by Maude, second by Kunz that the only curb, gutter and sidewalk variances the Commission will accept for discussion are those which are accompanied by a 60% petition to make street improvements . After general discussion Commissioner Maude withdrew his motion with agreement of second. (MO) It was moved by Maude, second by Buchanan, that it will be the policy of this Commission that in considering requests for waiver of curb, gutter and sidewalk requ r m t �tl tha � � „�c�roWpa��e✓2� a petition of 60 %0 e o e� street wi 1';e eons) eyed for discussion,unless there are extraordinary circumstances. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Maude, Kunz, Wilt, Buchanan, Casares. Noes: Crabtree. Absent: McCaffree. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Maude that the Meeting adjourn., Meeting adjourned at 11:40 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be December 16, 1961 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY