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PC - Minutes - 01-07-63CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of January 7, 1963 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 7:36 o'clock p.m. 1. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Secretary Wroe. 2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: Kunz. Ex officio: Flanery, Hassenplug, Mansur, Phillips, Wroe. Chairman Wilt stated that Commissioner Crabtree would take his turn as Acting Chairman of this meeting. Chairman Wilt turned the chair over to Commissioner Crabtree at this time. Commissioner Kunz arrived at this time. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 17, 1962. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by McCaffree, and unanimously carried that the minutes of December 17, 1962, be approved as printed. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 4. REPORT ON LEGAL OWNERSHIP - PLOT PLAN NO. 113 - 9314 EAST GLENDON WAY. Secretary Wroe stated that this item is a request from the Dec- ember 3, 1962, meeting, and that S. P. Van Petten, President, Artesia Investment Company is the legal owner of this parcel at this time. 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 52 - RE: EXPIRATION DATE Secretary Wroe stated that this item of business was a request from the December 3, 1962, meeting and that the original applicant and owner had been contacted sometime ago and they assumed this plot plan had expired. They have no plans to proceed with this development. Discussion was held in regard to the proper procedure of notification for plot plans that have been approved, but never developed, prior to the policy establishing a one (1) year time limit. (MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Casares, that the Attorney phrase this motion to cover notification to owners of undeveloped plot plans. The Commissioners discussed various periods of time to be used in this matter. After further discussion Commissioner Wilt withdrew his motion with agreement of second. 1 -7 -63 (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by McCaffree, that the Secretary be instructed to notify applicants of outstanding plot plans approved prior to June 1961, that these plot plans will be con- sidered revoked within 60 days of this meeting if the applicant does not appear or notify the Commission at that time of any plans for development. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt, Crabtree, Noes: None. Absent: None. Commissioner Casares stated that a list of these outstanding plot plans should be prepared and at the March 4, 1963 meeting action should be taken to clear these up. NEW BUSINESS u. PLOT PLAN 140. 114 - NOEL BALDWIN - 4708 NORTH MUSCATEL AVENUE. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and stated that all of the existing buildings will be re- moved. Discussion was held regarding the size of parcel D. There is room for one more house therefore sewer lines should be put in now, rather than tearing the driveway up at a future date. Noel Baldwin, 5017 North Baldwin Avenue, Temple City, owner and applicant, stated that the additional sewer line could be laid at the present time. Advisor Flanery pointed out that if the rear lot is split it would come before the Commission at that time. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by McCaffree, that plot plan No. 114 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements and the following conditions: 1. That the five final maps show the driveway widths and sufficient turn around area to be approved by staff. 2. That the sewer and utility lines be installed for the possible lot split of Parcel D. 3. That all existing structures be removed. 4. That utility and driveway easements be recorded for parcels B, C, and D. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Kunz, Crabtree. Absent: None. 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 115 - ROBERT SHAPIRO - 4016Z N. LOMA AVENUE. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. This is for a house and garage move -in on a R -2 zoned lot. Robert Shapiro, 2343 S. 5th Ave, Arcadia, owner, stated that he had planned on paving all of the driveway and parking areas. The house to be moved -in had been approved by this committee of the Planning Commission. Mr. Mansur stated that this type of development would not comply with the proposed zoning ordinance. !MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz, that Plot Plan No. 115 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements and the following conditions to be shown on five final maps: - 2 - F 0 • 1 -7 -63 1. That all parking spaces be paved. 2. That the proposed sewer line on parcel A be placed along the driveway. 3. That the relocated house on parcel A be moved 10 feet to the east and that a 3 car garage or carport be constructed to the west of the house providing for a 20 foot driveway in front of the garage. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Crabtree. Absent: None. 8. PLOT PLAN NO. 116 - OLIVER BRYAN - 9239 EAST RIO DELL STREET. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan stating that a revised plan had been presented to the Commissioners. The utility lines should not be placed under the garage. Secretary Wroe read a report in full on the Adams Ranch Mutual Water Company as follows: " As per request, the following information is submitted on the Adams Ranch Mutual Water Company; Boundary - The Adams Ranch Mutual Water Company is bounded on t e west by Encinita Avenue, on the north by Lower Azusa Road and the Southern Pacific Railroad right of way, on the east at a point half way between Arica and Rio Hondo, and the south by Rose Street. Subscribers - The secretary of the company indicated thate are appro xi mately 150 hook -ups. Where there is more than one housing unit on a parcel of land, the company counts each unit as a hook -up. Size of Mains - From the company wells in the north central section of the area the line running to Pitkin Street is a six inch main. A four inch main extends down Pitkin Street. Rio Dell and Arica have two three inch mains. Pressure - The company secretary indicates sixty pounds of pressure at the well and pressure comparable to the consumer. Reserve Supplies - The company has a contract with California Water�or stan3 =by service. California Water is tied into the Adams Ranch System. Improvement Plans - Plan to replace pressure tank during the current year. Want to replace mains, but finances will not permit at the present time. Reserve Monies - The company now has approximately $6,000.00 in reserve fu n s. The new pressure tank will deplete that reserve. Any activity on the replacement of mains will have to wait for a build -up of additional reserve funds or through a loan. Future Plans - The company does not have any plans in the oreseea a future to dissolve or sell to a larger company. Subscribers are apparently happy with the unmetered, flat water rate and do not want to become part of a metered system." Mr. Mansur stated the homes in this area receive only about 45 lbs. pressure at their faucets and this company could serve only 12 to 15 more homes with water as the saturation point is nearing. (MO) It was moved by hlcCaffree, second by Kunz, that plot plan No. 116 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Require- ments and that the five final maps show the utility lines laid - 3 - F - • • 1 -7 -63 around the garage. (RC) Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt, Crabtree. Noes: None. Absent: None. 9. PLOT PLAN NO. 117 - ARTESIA INVESTMENT CORPORATION - 9314 EAST GLENDON WAY. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan, and stated that the owner was present. Commissioner Buchanan stated that this location has a very bad drainage problem as the houses built to the west of this pro- posed development suffered in the rain last winter. Commissioner Casares stated the dimensions of the houses in connection to the lots need to be corrected. Considerable discussion was held in regard to a fire hydrant located sL the west of the proposed driveway and the drainage problem. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Taylor, that Plot Plan No. 117 be approved subject to the Planning Commission's Standard Requirements and that the final maps show the following special conditions: . 1. That the driveway be 16 feet wide along parcel A, then 12 feet wide to Parcel C. 2. That the floors of the houses be constructed a minimum of 12 inches above the finish grade. 3. That the garage on Parcel C be moved to the north side of the proposed residence. 4. That the City Engineer approve the design for the drainage of excess flood waters. 5. That sidewalks be constructed by developer across the full frontage of parcel A and community driveway, before final notice of completion can be given. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt, Crabtree. Noes: None. Absent: none. LEGISLATIVE OLD BUSINESS 10. GENERAL PLAN DISCUSSION: Discussion was held as to whether or not the General Plan is ready for recommendation to the City Council. Acting Chairman Crabtree stated if there were no objections the Commission would have a recess. There were no objections and meeting recessed at 11 :10 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 11 :20 o'clock p.m. Mr. Mansur stated there is a possibility that the M.T.A. would use a large area by the San Bernardino Freeway and Rosemead Boulevard for a Rapid Transit System station. If this should take place a change would be necessary in the General Plan. (MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Casares, and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission hold a study session meeting on Monday, January 14, 1963, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. - 4 - F� .. 0 0 1 -7 -63 After further discussion regarding the study session Acting Chairman Crabtree stated it would be well to first discuss the General Plan, then if time permits the proposed zoning ordinance and lot split report. NEW BUSINESS 11. None. 12. COMMUNICATIONS A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS The next meeting will be a dinner meeting on Thursday, January 10, 1963, at the Cockatoo Inn. The topic for the evening will be "The Civic Center.' Four reservations will be made. B. WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL This meeting will be at noon on Friday, January 11, 1963, at Woody and Eddy's. The subject for this meeting is "Procedure for Esthetic Control of Signs. It was requested that Secretary Wroe attend making notes and report to the Commission. Four reservations will be made. 13. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. ROSEMEAD P.T.A. COUNCIL: Commissioner Casares stated that he had tickets to sell for the Variety Show which will be Thursday, January 17, 1963. B. BUILDING PERMIT REPORT: Commissioner Wilt read the report for building permits issued during December 1962 and compared the number issued a year ago. C. PETITION FOR CURBS AND GUTTERS: Commissioner Wilt stated that a petition should be prepared for curb and gutter installation on the north side of Glendon Way from Linda Lee to Rio Hondo Avenue. D. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Commissioner McCaffree announced that the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce would hold their annual installation dinner on Saturday, January 19 1963 at 7:UO o'clock p.m. in the Rosemead High School Cafeteria. E. SAN GABRIEL VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Commissioner McCaffree stated there would be a meeting Tuesday, January 8, 1963, at noon in Pomona. Mr. Allen G. Cooley will speak on "Can Ontario Become a Major Airport Center ?" (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:45 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting January 21, 1963, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. SECRETARY CHAIRMAN - 5 -