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PC - Minutes - 03-04-63• CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAOj CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of March 4, 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 7:45 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner McCaffree. 2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioner Kunz. Ex officio: Flanery, Hasenplug, Phillips, Wroe. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: February 18, 1963 (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried that the minutes of February 18, 1963, be approved as printed. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 4. None NEW BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 120 - KALMIKOV - 8742, 36, 34, 28 E. RAMONA BLVD. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. He explained that three of these parcels are less than 5,000 square feet and that the dismantling of cars is being done in the rear of parcel "A ". Cement parking slabs have been installed but these would not meet the ordinance require- ments of a garage or carport. A zone exception would appear to be the best course of action for the applicant. Mike Kalmikov, 4252 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles 23, owner, stated that this property has been split into 4 parcels, as he has four deeds and four tax bills, etc, and has just re- cently installed four cement slabs for off - street parking. (MO) it was moved by Casares, second by Taylor, that Plot Plan No. 120 be denied under the provisions of Section 729 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance and that three parcels have less than the required 5,000 square feet minimum lot area. E. L. Winn, real estate broker, stated he sold this property to Mr. Kalmikov with the understanding that it was four separate parcels. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: Nore. Absent: Kunz. Attorney Hasenplug informed the owner - applicant that he has the right to appeal this denial to the City Council within fifteen (15) days after written receipt of this action. Also under Section 526 -3 the owner may apply for a zone exception. 5B. PLOT PLAN NO. 122 - [SAO TSUCHIYA - 4750 NORTH MUSCATEL AVENUE. Secretary Wroe explained that this plot plan was received too late to be placed on the agenda. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and explained that if this property was developed in this manner it would hinder the future extension and development of Fendyke Avenue as shown in the Community Design Plan. Chairmdh Wilt suggested that perhaps the owner would like to withdrew his application until such time the General Plan is adopted, Mr. Turner, Supreme Homes, developer for the owner, stated they could probably rearrange this development to provide for a future street, however they would prefer to develop as pro- posed. The property owners in this area show no interest in selling to provide for this street and a possible subdivision. Mr. Tsuchiya, owner, stated he would agree to withdraw his plot plan for a period not to exceed six (6) months. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by McCaffree, that Plot Plan No. 122 be withdrawn without prejudice for a period not to exceed six (6) months or until presented by the owner. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Kunz. 5C. REQUEST FOR MODERNIZATION - MIKES HARDWARE - 8960 E. VALLEY BLVD. - T.J. MARCUS. Secretary Wroe explained that this modernization includes plans for a new side entrance on Rosemead Blvd, and a 40' X 12' shed with a 4' X 20' over hang roof at the rear of the existing building. Mr. Marcus is planning on adding an auto- mobile glass replacement business in conjunction with the existing hardware business. Advisor Flanery advised that the existing business is a legal non - conformance use and referred to Section 258 (av) of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance. This additional business in the rear would create extra parking and a traffic problem. Commissioner Kunz arrived at 8:50 o'clock p.m. Discussion was held in regard to the high sidewalk on Rosemead Blvd, and that it should be lowered if at all possible. Attorney Hasenplug referred to Section 523 of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance. After further discussion a poll was taken by which all Commis- sioners agreed that staff should provide, if at all possible, a way to make this modernization available. Advisor Flanery stated that any would be a violation as this is mobile window repair. However, this matter further. Chairman Wilt asked that the Ad mission, and staff get together next meeting. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 6. BILLBOARD PRESENTATION. change from the existing use a hardware store not an auto - he would like to check into tisor, Attorney, Traffic Com- and prepare a report for the Secretary Wroe explained this item was on the agenda tonight by action taken at the meeting of December 3, 1962, and that representatives from Pacific Outdoor Advertising and Foster & Kleiser were present. Commissioner Casares stated that this was a misunderstanding and was supposed to be a discussion not a presentation. Commissioner Crabtree stated he made the motion in December and did not intend for it to be that tight, it could mean a discussion, report, presentation, etc. - 2 - 0 0 (MO) After further discussion it was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree that the Commission would hear the presentation at this time. Jay Kingry, Pacific Outdoor Advertising, stated that this pre- sentation would only tae about 30 minutes, however, he felt It would be more appropriate to defer the presentation to a later date. John Glynn, Foster & Kleiser, stated he concurred with Mr. Kingry. Commissioner McCaffree withdrew his motion with agreement of second. T. REPORT ON MOVE -INS. Secretary Wroe gave a brief oral report on move -in restrictions in other neighboring cities, and stated copies would be pre- pared and sent to the Commissioners. Chairman Wilt asked Commissioners Kunz and Buchanan (Move -in Committee Chairman and Co- chairman) to make a study of this report and prepare a committee report. Perhaps another Com- missioner would assist in this project. Commissioner Casares stated he would serve on this Committee. NEW BUSINESS 8: A. GENERAL PLAN - STEELE STREET ALIGNMENT AT [VAR AVENUE. Secretary Wroe explained that the City Council referred this portion of the General Plan to the Planning Commission re- questing deletion of the Steele Street alignment at Ivar Ave. Discussion was held in regard to the General Plan and the ways and means to provide for this alignment. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree that the Plan- ning Commission recommends to the City Council that the re- alignment of Steele Street at Ivar Avenue be left in the General Plan. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, McCaffree, Crabtree. Noes: Kunz, Buchanan, Wilt. Absent: None. B. GENERAL PLAN - PROPOSED STREETS BETWEEN MARSHALL STREET AND GLENDON WAY - EAST AND WEST OF ROSEMEAD BLVD. Secretary Wroe explained that Mayor Andersen requested the Commission to make a recommendation regarding these two pro- posed streets in the General Plan. 1. The proposed street east of Rosemead Blvd, between Marshall Street and Glendon Way was discussed first. Secretary Wroe stated the City has received confirmation from the State Division of Highways that a signal will be installed at Rosemead Blvd, and Glendon Way. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Buchanan, that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that the proposed street shown on the east side of Rosemead Blvd. between Marshall Street and Glendon Way be deleted from the General Plan. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, Wilt. Noes: McCaffree, Crabtree. Absent: None. 2. The proposed street west of Rosemead Blvd. between Marshall Street and Glendon Way was discussed at this time. (MO) It was moved by Taylor, second by McCaffree that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that the proposed street shown on the west side of Rosemead Blvd. between Marshall - 3 - 0 0 Street and Glendon Way be left in the General Plan. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCa`rfree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. COMMUNICATIONS 9. A. WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL: Secretary Wroe read the meeting notice as follows: Friday, March 8, 1963, 12 Noon at Woody & Eddy's in Pasadena, topic to be "New Concepts in Multiple Family Zoning ". B. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS.: Secretary Wroe stated that this meeting will be held Thursday, March 14, 1963, 7:00 p.m., at Sir Michael's in City of Commerce, topic to be "Getting Down to Cases on Off- street Parking ". C. GENEVA AKERS - 3717 NORTH ROSEMEAD BLVD. Secretary Wroe read this communication in full which was in regard to this property having a split zone - R -3 on Rosemead Blvd. and A -1 in the rear of the parcel. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections the problem of lots with split zones will be studied at a special meeting. There were no objections. 10. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF: A. SAN GABRIEL MULTIPLE RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: Chairman Wilt stated that the City of San Gabriel is increas- ing their off - street parking requirements and requiring main line sewers for these types of developments. Staff was re- quested to obtain this information from San Gabriel for the next meeting. B. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR - PALM SPRINGS Chairman Wilt explained that he will not attend this Seminar and that the advance for expenses will be divided equally among the Commissioners attending. Commissioner Kunz spoke in regard to the problem of the Com- missioners having to make their own reservations and meet most of their expenses, which she felt was not fair, therefore, she would withdraw from attending this seminar. Mayor Andersen explained the Council's action in regard to this matter. C. WITHDRAWN PLOT PLAN NO. 36 - 3853 N. MUSCATEL AVE. - SAUNDERS Chairman Wilt stated that Mrs. Saunders of the above property called him and informed him they would like to build two new homes on Muscatel. He explained that she would need to file for a lot split and have Commission approval. D. S.V. HUNSAKER & SON - APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT - ROSEMEAD BLVD. Chairman Wilt stated that this item is scheduled for the next meeting and that the possibility of providing more off - street parking should be checked into. Commissioner McCaff stated that the Committee has been work- ing with the developer to try to obtain an adjacent lot on Ivar Avenue to keep the traffic from this development off Rose- mead Blvd. A report will be prepared and mailed to the Commis- sioners with their next agenda. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Taylor and unanimously car- ried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11 :14 o'- clock p.m. Next regular meeting March 18, 1963, 7:30 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY