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PC - Minutes - 12-03-620 0 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of December 3, 1962 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Cambers, 3315 East Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 7:37 o'clocK p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Casares. 2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: None. Ex officio: Boyi<o, Flanery, Phillips, Wroe. Chairman Wilt stated that he would turn the meeting over to Commissioner Casares to act as Chairman at this meeting. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 19, 1962 Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 1, Item 4, paragraph 3, third line after the wort; "City' add "under the 701 program ".. Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 2, Item 9, third line after the word "that" add "only ". (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried that the minutes of November 19, 1962, be approved as corrected. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS - None. 4. PLANNING COMMISSION ATTACHE CASES: Commissioner Wilt asked when the Commissioners would receive their attache cases: Secretary Wroe explained the staff is checking into the various types of cases to make sure the most convenient and practical type is obtained. NEW BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 113 - ARTESIA INVESThi_NT CORPORATION - 9314 EAST GLEINDON WAY Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. This is for the development of three single family dwellings with one existing residence. It was pointed out that the lot areas are incorrect, therefore the staff recommends that this plot plan be denied as there is insufficient square footage on lots B and C, also a cul de sac should be created or turn around area provided. Commissioner Buchanan stated that there would be a drainage problem on this lot as there is such a problem on the lot to the west. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Crabtree, that plot plan no. 113 be denied due to the insufficient square footage on the parcels.. Attorney Boyko explained that if the applicant is not the legal owner, the legal owner should be shown on the final plot plan. Commissioner Crabtree asked tree applicant if he wished to withdraw his plot plan without prejudice at this time. 12 -3 -62 S.P. Van Petten, Pres., Artesia Investment Corp., stated that he had no comments as to the legal ownership and did not wish to withdraw his plot plan at this time. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: None.. Attorney Boyko stated that the applicant has the right to appeal this decision to tie City Council within 1 days of receipt of written notice of this action. Attorney Boyko suggested that the matter of legal ownership should be referred to the City Administrator's office for further investigation. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Taylor that the City Administrator be instructed to ascertain the legal owner of this property (9314 E. Glendon Way) and report back to the Planning Commission. (RC) Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: None. 6. ROSEMEAD SCHOOL DISTRICT - ACQUISITION OF SEVEN PARCELS OF LAND FOR SCHOOL EXPANSION. Secretary Wroe read this communication in full and stated teat under the State Education Code Section 15004, the City Planning Commission is required to submit a written report recommending the use of these parcels. Dr. Rodney Mahoney, Supt., Rosemead School District stated that the acquisition of seven parcels is necessary for the expansion of Marshall and Muscatel School. Attorney Boyko explained that the Secretary of the Planning Commission should make a written report within 30 days to the School District of their recommendations. (MO) it was moved by Crabtree, second by McCaffree, that the Planning Commission Secretary make a report to the Rosemead School District that the approval for acquisition of land is favorable and this plan does conform to the proposed General Plan. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: none. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 7. BILLBOARD REPORT: Secretary Wroe stated it has been suggested by the City Administra- tor that the Planning Commission set up a meeting with the billboar� companies to discuss this matter for further consideration. Commissioner Wilt stated that Commissioners Taylor and Casares are on the billboard committee. Commissioner McCaffree stated he has a report regarding billboards entitled "Control of Outdoor Advertising, Federal Law and Standard: from the U.S. Department of Commerce which he felt the Commissioners should receive copies and review this report. (MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Subdivision Ordinance are much more important, therefore the billboard report should be postponed for 90 days or the closest meeting. (March 4, 1963) - 2 - 0 12 -3 -62 NEW BUSINESS 0 8. SET DATE FOR SECOND PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN Acting Chairman Casares stated that the next Public Hearing should be held on an open forum basis to be held at the school. Commissioner Bucianan stated that he felt it is Mr. Mansur job to present the General Plan to the public. Secretary Wroe explained that the general procedure for the second hearing is to consider the General Plan by sections asking if there are any questions or suggestions. When one section or portion is covered then the Commission would proceed to the next portion in the same manner. (MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Crabtree, and unanimously carried that the Second Public Hearing on tiie General Plan will be held Monday, December 17, 1962 in the Muscatel School, at 8 :00 o'clock p.m. 9. REFERRAL OF FREEWAY AND.HIGHWAY PORTIONS OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION. Secretary Wroe stated that this request came from the first Public ;-tearing discussions and it was felt this portion of the General Plan should be considered by the Traffic Commission. After short discussion, Acting Chairman Casares stated if there were no objections pages 60 -73 of the proposed General Plan would be referred to the Traffic Commission for study and comments. This to be done by letter of transmittal and an early reply would be appreciated. There were no objections and it was so ordered. 10. PETITIONS REQUESTING ZONE CHANGES: 1. 9200 RAMONA BOULEVARD TO RIO HONDO 2. ROSEMEAD PLACE 3. CORTADA STREET Secretary Wroe stated t.at the City had received 3 petitions requesting zone changes from A -1 and R -1 to R -3. (MO) it was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree that these petitions for zone change be referred to Everett Mansur to study and comment on at the Planning Commission meeting of January 7, 1962. Commissioner Wilt stated these petitions were presented at the Public Hearing meeting of November 19, 1962 and felt that these should be considered at the next Public Hearing. (SMO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree, and unanimously carried that these petitions be studied by Everett Mansur and comments be prepared and available for the Second Public Hearing meeting of December 17, 1962. 11. LOT SPLIT REPORT Secretary Wroe stated that this report is completed and the Committee has be dissolved. General discussion was held that this report should not be discussed this evening. Commissioner Wilt stated that when this report is discussed Frank DiNoto should be present as he did a very good job as Chairman for this committee. Acting Chairman Casares stated if there were no objections the lot split report could be discussed at the meeting of January 7, 1962, witil the proposed subdivision ordinance. - 3 - 12 -3 -62 Attorney Boyko explained that the General Plan should be adopted before any hearings are held on the zoning ordinance. 12. COMMUNICATIONS A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS Secretary Wroe stated there will be a meeting Thursday, December 13, 1962, 7:00 o'clock, at the Gourmet Restaurant, Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim. Subject for this meeting will be "Uniform Zoning Ordinance," speaker, Milton Brievogel, Director of Planning, Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission. Acting Chairman Casares asked that six reservations be made for this meeting. 13. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. ZONE EXCEPTION CASE NO. 15 - C & H SALES Secretary Wroe stated that a request had been received to change the fencing on the north boundary of this property. Advisor Flanery explained that C & H Sales wished to move the proposed warehouse to the north boundary, thus a 6 foot masonry wall would not be needed at this point on the property. However, there should be no windows on the north side of this building. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor, that the Planning Commission is in favor of this request to locate the warehouse building on the north property line. Advisor Flanery stated that C & H Sales should submit a revised plot plan showing the building on the north property line and being in substantial compliance with condition No. 7 of the approval of Zone Exception Case No.. 15. After further discussion McCaffree withdrew his motion with agreement of second. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor that the staff is authorized to accept this request as it is in substantial com- pliance with the original approval of Zone Exception Case No. 15. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: None. B. ZONE CHANGE REQUESTS Jerald Ramey, owner of 9349 E. Glendon Way, asked how to change his property to R -3 Zone? Victor Schmuck, 9353 E. Glendon Way, stated he felt R -3 zoning would help to clean up this area. Attorney Boyko stated that this should be brought up at the Public Hearing of December 17, 1962. C. PLOT PLAN WO. 52 - 3504 and 3510 N. RIO HONDO AVENUE Commissioner lqilt stated that this lot split has never been developed and that the expiration date should be ckecked into and if necessary a letter giving notice of Revocation should be sent. D. ORDINANCE NO. 102 - RE: PARKING REQUIREMENTS Commissioner Wilt brought up discussion regarding the word "exclusive" being used in this ordinance. - 4 - 0 12 -3 -62 E. WATER COMPANY REPORT 9 Commissioner Wilt asked if this report had been prepared as yet? Secretary Wroe stated that it is still in the process of being prepared by the staff. F. LOTS HAVING COMBINED ZONES Commissioner Wilt stated that Item S of the November 19th meeting were Mrs. Page owner of property on Walnut Grove stated that her lot was in two Zones therefore restricting the higher use of this property. There are several of these properties in the City and they should be checked into. G. SHELL SERVICE WAY Commissioner Wilt was violating the Zone Exception Ca to write a letter STATION - CORNER ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND GLENDON stated that the service station at this location parking requirements imposed in the approval of se No. 11. The City Administrator was requested regarding this violation. H. PROPERTY AT 4113 NORTH ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD Commissioner Wilt stated that Dr. Butters, owner of this property wished to enlarge the parking area, however the rear property is in R -2 Zone. Advisor Flanery stated he would need to file for a Zone Exception unless this property is a proposed P -Zone in the General Plan. PROBLEM OF HORSES ETC. IN A -1 ZONES Commissioner Wilt stated that this problem was brought up at the last Public Hearing of the General Plan. Discussion was held as to whether the Commission should initiate the change of A -1 to R -1 for the whole city or if it should be done piecemeal. Advisor Flanery stated that on page 73 of the proposed Zoning Ordinance this use could continue for 3 years. J. PLANNING ADVISOR MEETING NIGHTS Discussion was held in regard to Advisor Ray Cushman attending the meetings, however, there has been no change in meeting nights by Temple City, therefore there will be no change at the present time. K. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT Councilman Stead stated that there will be a color slide presentati: at the next Council meeting regarding the water problem in the Upper San Gabriel Valley. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10 :26 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting Monday, December 17, 1962, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY