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PC - Minutes - 06-18-62CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of June 18, 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 2. Present: Absent: Ex officio: 3. APPROVAL OF >f Allegiance was Commissioners: Commissioners: Boyko, Farrell, MINUTES: June 4 led by Chairman Wilt. Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Casares, Kunz. Flanery, Phillips. 1962 Commissioner Crabtree stated that on page 1, Item 3A, 5th paragraph, should read as follows: "Commissioner Crabtree stated that the house in the back would be so located to the house in the middle that there.would be no view." Attorney Boyko stated that on page 2, fifth paragraph should read as follows: "Section 649(b) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Rosemead the permit could be revoked on the grounds that this use is not being exercised." Also on page 4, paragraph 4, strike the word "minimum." (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Taylor and unanimously carried that the minutes of June 4, 1962, be approved as corrected. Chairman Wilt stated that the Lot working very hard and would have sion very soon.. ADMINISTRATION: Split Study Committee has been recommendations for the Commis- OLD BUSINESS 4. PLOT PLAN NO. 82 - RELOCATION - 8834 EAST MARSHALL STREET - HELEN KRATOVIL Secretary Farrell stated that this plan had been approved and this was a request for relocation. However, the owner was not present at this time. (MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Wilt, and unanimously carried that Plot Plan No. 82, Agenda Item No. 4, be tabled. . 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 100 - APPROXIMATELY 4549 NORTH IVAR AVENUE - E.A. ROLLINS - EDWARD POORE 7:57 Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. There are three existing houses on a 20 foot driveway with three separate owners, the fourth existing house is owned by the applicant who is proposing the construction of 2 more houses which will be served by a 16 foot driveway. Total drive- way length is 492 feet with 228 feet to be the 16 foot width. Attorney Boyko stated the main concern of the Commission is the access and maintenance of the rear portion of the driveway. Mr. Rollins, 3947 Big Dalton, Baldwin Park, present owner, stated that the 20 foot driveway is recorded for ingress and egress, however, there is no agreement covering maintenance for utility lines and driveway repairs. 6 -18 -62 0 Mr. L. A. Scott, 10313 Lower Azusa Road, El Monte developer, stated he had contacted Mr. DuBarry, owner of property to the north to see if he would join in this development. Mr. DuBarry stated he was not interested at this time. Commissioner Casares arrived at 8 :20 o'clock p.m. Further discussion resulted that this plan would be compounding mistakes that were made in the past years. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree that Plot Plan No. 100 be denied according to Section 729A of the Rosemead Interim Zoning Ordinance. Attorney Boyko read Section 729A in full and explained that this plan would be contrary to the Master Plan and that it does not appear possible to revise this plan for a better development. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: Buchanan. Absent: Kunz. Attorney Boyko stated that the applicant has the right to appeal to the City Council within fifteen (15) days upon receipt of written notice of this action. 6. PLOT PLAN N0. 84 - RELOCATION - 8257 EAST MARSHALL STREET - MEL CORNERS x:35 Secretary Farrell stated this plot plan was approved on January 15, 1962, and this was a request for relocation from the originally approved plan. Advisor Flanery resubmitted the factual data stating that Parcels A, B and C would have shorter driveways and on Parcel D the house has been turned to face on an angle which :;ill create a better view. The driveway on parcel "D" should be a minimum of 20 feet wide. (MO) It was moved by Taylor, second by Casares, that Plot Plan No. 84, for relocation be approved subject to the Plar.ninn commission's Standard Requirements and that Parcel "D" have a 20 foot wide driveway.. Attorney Boyko stated that the applicant and owner should be advised and made aware of the problems which might arise in the future if he decides to develop another house on parcel "D" with only a 10 foot access way. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kurz. NEW BUSINESS 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 99 - 3313 NORTH ROSEMEAD PLACE - MR. AND MRS. LESTER BELLETTIERE 8 :50 Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. The house proposed for this development is a house move -in and garage. Mr. Thompson, Ability House Movers, 8416 East Garvey Avenue, South San Gabriel, stated that this house is in Downey and would make the necessary arrangements to have the Ccrtimissioners inspect this house and garage. Advisor Flanery stated that the garage on Parcel "A" would over hang Parcel " ' I"'s driveway. Perhaps the drive on Parcel " A " could be moved south to eliminate the garage over hang. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan that Plot Plan No. 99 - 2 - 6 -18 -62 0 I� V be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Re- quirements with the following special conditions: 1. That the driveway on Parcel "A" be extended 2 feet to the south so that the garage overhang will clear Parcel "B's" driveway. 2. That the final map show the separate sewer lines. 3. This approval is contingent upon the buildings to be moved being approved by a Committee assigned to inspect these move -ins. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections Commissioners Casares and Buchanan would make this inspection. There were no objections and it was so ordered. 8. PLOT PLAN NO. 101 - 4549 NORTH Delta Avenue (REAR) - HOWARD P. TAWNEY (OWNER IN ESCROW) - ARTHUR AND JEANETTE LARSON (OWNER) 9.:10 Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this'Plot Plan and stated that the utility lines need to be shown on the plans. Secretary Farrell stated that Plot Plan No. 59 (adjacent property to the north) was approved at the Meeting of June 5, 1961, and that a 6 month extension of time was granted for the curbs, gutters, and sidewalks requirement on November 20, 1961, this requirement has not been met as yet. (MO) After considerable discussion it was moved McCaffree, second by Buchanan, that Plot Plan No. 101 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements, and the following special conditions: 1. That additional ingress and egress to the garage on Parcel " A " be provided by extending the driveway to the property line. 2. That off - street guest parking be provided in addition to the existing garage on Parcel "B" to allow a total of 2 car parking spaces. 3. That a revised Plot Plan show the sewer lines. 4. That curb, gutter and sidewalks be installed immediately or within sixty (60) days by posting a cash bond for 130 feet which is the entire width of the property as shown on the Plot Plan. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, McCaffree. Noes: Casares, Taylor, Crabtree, Wilt. Absent: Kunz. Chairman Wilt stated that the motion was voted down and the floor was clear for further action. Commissioner Casares stated that Parcel " A " could be redesigned to move the house back on the lot, however, there is a fill area that should be investigated at the rear of this parcel to deter- mine if it is feasible to build on this portion of the lot. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree, that Plot Plan No. 101 be denied. Mr. Howard Tawney, 933 West Colorado Boulevard, Monrovia, - 3 - 0 • 6 -18 -62 Applicant and owner -in- escrow, stated that he would withdraw his application without prejudice. He further stated that the fill line on the Plot Plan was not in the proper location. Commissioner Casares withdrew his motion with agreement of second. The Commission accepted the applicants withdrawal. 9. PLOT PLAN NO. 102 - 8933 EAST BEATRICE PLACE - JAY A. BERK ASSOCIATES Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. This plan is for the development of four houses, each having its own driveway. Hershey Street across the north end of this property is a thirty foot wide half- street. Section 454 requires a setback of 30 feet to provide for the widening to the street's full width of 60 feet, plus the required zoning setback of 20 feet. The plan complies with this requirement, showing the garages at 55 feet from the street, with the houses behind them. (MO) After short discussion it was moved by Crabtree, second by McCaffree, that Plot Plan No. 102 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements and the following special conditions: 1. That the driveway approaches be a minimum of 16 feet in width. 2. That the necessary 30 foot widening for Hershey Street be dedicated and that curbs, gutters and sidewalks be constructed. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. 10. PLOT PLAN NO. 103 - 8837 EAST GLENDON WAY - HAZEL AND JOE 0. MORRIS 10:35 Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this Plot Plan. Secretary Farrell stated that the area between Glendon Way and Marshall Street is being considered in the General Plan for putting a street through. These large lots would then have street frontage. Joe Morris, 8837 Glendon Way, owner, stated that 3 years ago an attempt to put a street through this area was tried and failed, as there was not enough interest. Mr. Messinger, Design Homes, 8833 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, developer, asked if this proposed plot plan meets all the re- quirements of the zoning ordinance. Attorney Boyko read the section of the "Comunity Design Plan" referring to this area in the City. He also read Section 729A of the Rosemead Interim Zoning Ordinance and stated that this plan would conflict with the General Plan. Commissioner Casares asked the applicant and owner to withdraw his application for a period of time which would give the City a chance to work on this area.' (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Taylor that the owner - applicant be permitted to withdraw his application without prejudice. Mr. Messinger, developer, stated that he would like to submit a revised plan to show access on the future street. - 4 - 6 -18 -62 6 0 (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. Mr. Morris, owner, stated he would withdraw his application without prejudice and submit a revised plan. 11. PLOT PLAN NO. 104 - 9304 PITKIN STREET - RAY STONE 11 :20 Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. The proposed development on Parcel "B" is a house move -in. Mr. Ray Stone, owner - applicant, 9512 East Valley Boulevard, stated the house to be moved can be inspected at 9512 East Valley Boulevard, at any time as they are living.there now. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree, that Plot Plan No. 104 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements and the following special conditions: 1. That the house to be moved -in be inspected by the Planning Commission's Committee for house move -ins. 2. That the house on Parcel " A " be brought up to building code standards. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Crabtree. Absent: Kunz. Mr. Stone, applicant, stated that he would accept these conditions. (MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Buchanan that Plot Plan No. 82 Agenda Item No. 4 be placed on the table. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. PLOT PLAN N0. 82 - RELOCATION - 8834 EAST MARSHALL STREET - HELEN KRATOVIL Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Attorney Boyko stated that Plot Plan No. 82 was approved on December 4, 1961, and that the "Community Design Plan" was trans- mitted to the Planning Commission on March 20, 1962, which was three months later. Bruce Prentice, 11022 Daines Drive, Temple City, owner- applicant, stated that he has canvassed this area with the hopes of planning a subdivision. This type of plan takes time and the property is expensive. After further discussion Mr. Prentice, owner- applicant stated that he would withdraw his application without prejudice. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections Plot Plan No. 82, relocation, would be withdrawn without prejudice. There were no objections and it was so ordered. Due to the late hour of the meeting Items No. 12 - Industrial Setback Requirements - Proposed Ordinance; No. 13; No. 14 and No. 15 were not discussed or acted upon. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:55 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting July 2, 1962, at 7:30 o'clock p.m CHAIRMAN SECRETARY - 5 -