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PC - Minutes - 05-21-620 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of May 21, 1962 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 Chairman Wilt. 2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Wilt, Buchanan, Crabtree Absent: Commissioners: McCaffree Ex officio: Farrell, Flanery, Mansur, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: May 7, 1962 Chairman Wilt stated that the second sentence in the motion approving the Minutes of April 16, 1962, should read as follows: Commissioners Kunz and McCaffree requested to go on record that it.was their understanding that the third motion in the April 16 minutes show a requirement of 6,000 square feet. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, and unanimously carried that the minutes of May 7, 1962, be approved as corrected. ADMINISTRATION: OLD BUSINESS 4. TR.27012 = REQUEST FOR MODIFICATION OF FRONT YARD SETBACK LOTS 5 THROUGH 10 Secretary Farrell read a communication from the Southern California Edison Company.which reads in part as follows: "At the present time the Apollo Development Company is ne- gotiati ng with the Southern California Edison Company for the relocation of the electric lines of this company, which are presently located on an easement in the proposed tract number 27012. We are investigating the possibility of re- locating these facilities to a location as delineated in red on the attached copy of the map of tract number 27012. Such relocation, if made, would be at the cost of the sub- divider and would require the prior grant of a satisfactory easement to this company in the new location in accordance with Edison's easement form, RW -13. It would be expected that a minimum of a 25 -foot easement strip would be required; and because of the location of an existing telephone line in this area, it is contemplated that our pole line would be located five feet easterly of the westerly boundary of the 25 -foot strip. Among other things, such easement would restrict the subdivider, its successors and assigns from obstructing free access by Edison to set electric lines and from erecting or placing within a distance of 15 feet from such electric lines any building or other structure without first securing Edison's permission, and from planting or maintaining any trees or shrubs which would interfere or endanger Edison's facilities. If such easement were granted to this company and the area is not encumbered with any prior rights which, in our opinion, would be inconsistent therewith, we believe that N compliance by the subdivider, its successors and assigns would be obligations which it incurs under the easement; and with applicable laws and the rules and regulations of public bodies would afford reasonable protection for the operation, maintenance and existence of our lines in the above - mentioned location." Advisor Flanery pointed out that the building code does not restrict building this close to power lines, however, the houses affected by the setback modification on the east side would only have fifteen feet (15') from the property line. Dan Heil, Engineer, Apollo Development Co., stated that this subdivision has been approved, however, the change in the location of the Southern California Edison Company power poles was the reason for this request. Planning Consultant Mansur stated that a fifteen foot (15') setback from the property line was not enough with the garages being located on the front of the property. This condition usually results in a very unsightly situation. Chairman Wilt stated that a note could be made to the Building Department that homes should not be located closer than nine feet (9') to the power lines. (MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Buchanan, that the request for a front yard setback on lots 5 through 10 in Tract No. 27012 be denied and that the required twenty foot (20') setback be maintained. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Wilt, Buchanan, Crabtree. Noes: None. Absent: McCaffree. 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 91 (Revised) JOHN SANTINO, 4225 North Rio Hondo Avenue. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding the revised plan. It was pointed out that the property owner owns the adjacent property to the south which is not shown on this plan and that it is the Commission's policy to consider all the property which is owned by the applicant. Mr. John Santino, 5639 Heleo Avenue, Temple City, stated that he did not plan on improving the adjoining property to the south and was going to sell it. Commissioner Kunz stated that she thought a better job of planning and arrangement could be done on this property. This present plan would have two driveways on seventy -five feet (75') and two driveways on the adjacent seventy -five feet (75') to the south. Commissioner Casares stated that just because he owns both parcels is no reason to deny. The owner has agreed to meet all conditions set to this plan and the Commission should plan for the future, however, we can not be a dictatorship. This plot plan must be considered on its own merit. Chairman Wilt stated there is considerable vacant land at the rear on the south parcel. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan, that Plot Plan No. 91 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's standard requirements and that the driveway on Parcel "A" be widened to eighteen feet (18'). -2- (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan. Noes: Kunz, Wilt, Crabtree. Absent: McCaffree. Chairman Wilt stated that this was a tie vote and the floor was clear for further action. (MO) After further discussion it was moved by Kunz, second by Crabtree, that Plot Plan No. 91 not be approved according to Section 729A of the Rosemead Municipal Code. Commissioner Casares stated that he felt Section 729A provided for no justification to deny this plot plan. This plan is as good as many plans that have been approved in the past. Commissioner McCaffree arrived at 10 :02 o'clock p.m. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Kunz, Wilt, Crabtree. Noes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan. Absent: None, McCaffree abstained from voting. Chairman Wilt stated that it was a tie vote and the floor was clear for further action. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan, that Plot Plan No. 91 be approved subject to the Planning Commission standard requirements and that the driveway on Parcel " A " be widened to eighteen feet (18'). (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, Noes: Kunz, Wilt, McCaffree, Crabtree. Absent: None. Motion was lost as there were four noes and three ayes: (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Crabtree, that Plot Plan No. 91 not be approved according to Section 729A of the Rosemead Municipal Code. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Wilt, McCaffree, Crabtree. Noes: Casares, Buchanan. Absent: None. Chairman Wilt stated that the applicant has the right to appeal to the City Council within fifteen (15) days after the receipt of a written notice regarding the Planning Commission's action. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by McCaffree and unanimously carried that there be a five minute recess. Meeting re- cessed at 10:30 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 10:35 o'clock p.m. LEGISLATIVE: NEW BUSINESS 6. INDUSTRIAL SETBACK REQUIREMENTS Secretary Farrell read the proposed ordinance prepared by the City Attorney in regard to the setback requirements for industrial properties. This would apply to any new devel- opment in M -1 zones. Planning Consultant Mansur stated that he would recommend a front yard setback of fifty feet (50 from the center line of the street. By doing this there would be no problem in the future for possible street widening. Requests for variances could be heard and granted by the Planning Commission. -3- (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Casares, and unani- mously carried that Section 274.7 read as follows: "Except where a different setback is provided by Article 3 of Chapter 4, in any of the industrial zones established by Article 4 of Chapter 2, on any lot or parcel of property which abuts on or is adjacent to any public or private street, there shall be a front yard setback of not less than fifty feet (50') from the center line of such street. All of the provisions of Article 1 or Chapter 4 shall apply to such setbacks." (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that Section 274.8 read as follows: "Except where a different setback is provided by Article 3 of Chapter 4, in any of the industrial zones established by Article 4 of of Chapter 2, on any lot or parcel of property the side of which abuts on or is adjacent to any public or private street, there shall be a side yard setback of not less than thirty -five feet (35') from the center line of such street. All of the provisions of Article l of Chapter 4 shall apply to such setbacks." Sections 466.7 and 466.8 shall conform to the proposed requirements in the previous sections 274.7 and 274.8. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Wilt, and unanimously carried that Section 455.5 be proposed as printed. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the proposed ordinance "of the City of Rosemead Amending the Provisions of the Temporary Interim Zoning Ordinance to Provide Front and Side Yard Setback Requirements and Regulations in Industrial Zones and Amending the Municipal Code" be recommended to the City Council for approval. COMMUNICATIONS 7. REQUEST FOR ZONE CHANGE: DR. WILFRED PRICE. Secretary Farrell read this communication in full regarding. property at 3613 North Rosemead Boulevard between Marshall Street and Glendon Way. The property is now being used as a five (5) unit apartment, however, he would like to convert it to a professional building. Commissioner Casares stated that this communication should be noted received and filed and referred to Planning Consultant Mansur. Chairman Wilt stated that if there were no objections it would be so ordered. There were no objections and it was so ordered to receive and file this communication. (MO) It was moved by Casares that the meeting adjourn. Motion died for lack of a second. Commissioner McCaf,frep stated that this Commission has been requested to adjourn by 11;00 and no later than 11:30 o'clock p.m. 8. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. Economic Development Committee: Chairman Wilt read a memo from the Economic Development Committee requesting that one Commissioner serve on the Parking Subcommittee. Willietta Kunz was appointed to serve on this committee. -4- 0 0 B. House Move -fnss Chairman Wilt stated that plot plans having house move -ins should be so noted on the plans and that this matter should be Item No. 11 on the Planning Commission's Standard Re- quirements. (MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Crabtree and unanimously carried that no house move -ins be permitted in the City of Rosemead unless approved by the Planning Commission. C. Proposed Zoning Ordinance Study Session Meeting: Chairman Wilt stated that each Commissioner should study their proposed ordinance and be prepared to ask questions and make comments. Mr. Mansur will meet with the Commissioners individually or together, whichever is the most feasible. After lengthy discussion it was agreed to meet on Sunday, May 27, 1962, at 8 :00 a.m. and on Monday, May 28, 1962, at 7:30 p.m. Both meetings to be in the Council Chambers. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11 :40 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be June 4, 1962, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SE R TARY