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PC - Minutes - 01-07-64CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of January 7, 1964 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held in the Counc° Chambers, 8815 East Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 7:37 o;clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Taylor. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: None. Ex officio: Cushman, Hassenplug, Phillips, Wroe. 3. APAPP.ROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 17, 1963 Chairman Wilt stated that on page 3, paragraph 2, line,2, after the word "property" strike the remainder of the sentence. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of December 17, 1963, be approved as corrected. ADMINISTRATIVE OLD BUSINESS 4, PLOT PLAN NO. 138 - PROPOSED REVISION - 4722 N. IVAR AVENUE - MILTON EGLEY Advisor Cushman stated that this plot plan was approved July 1, 1963, and now the owner - applicant would _like to move -in a house on parcel C instead of constructing a house. This would be a matter for the Move -In Committee to investigate the proposed move -in and state their findings. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that the Move -In Committee investigate the proposed move -in and report at the next meeting. After further discussion regarding this action maker and second withdrew their motion. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that the revision of Plot Plan No. 138 be approved subject to the approval of the Move -In Committee's investigation of the proposed house. (RC) Roll Call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 130 - REVISED - 8819 E. GLENDON WAY - ROBERT MCGINNI`' Advisor Cushman exp3.bined that this plot plan was approved June 3, 1963, for development in the rear of the property. The owner now wishes to remove the existing front house and replace with new construction. (MO) It was moved by Taylor, second by Casares,that Revised Plot Plan No. 130 be approved subject to the Standard Requirements and that the five final maps show the removal of the existing house on parcel A. Robert McGinnis, owner, stated that he would like to have his property surveyed and that the Standard Requirements would create no problems. I/ PC 1-7-64 0 9 (RC) Roll Call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 6. TR 29002 - BARTLETT AVENUE - REVISED PROPOSAL Advisor Cushman presented the facts regarding the revision of the curve radius on Bartlett Avenue. There will be a total of 29 feet from the house on the westerly corner to the curb line, thus having a 200 foot radius. Mr. and Mrs. 011ivier's Attorney stated that all parties were in accord with this revision. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Crabtree, that the revised realignment of the curve radius on Bartlett Street for TR 29002 be recommended to the City Council for approval. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS 7. R -2 ZONE PLOT PLAN - 9143 BENTEL AVENUE - ANNA DEVLIN Advisor Cushman explained that this item was on the agenda because the zoning ordinance requires any proposed additional dwellings in R -2 Zone must have plot plan approval by the Planning Commission. Mr. Weir, Equity Homes, developer, stated that the front house is to be stuccoed, which will make it look much better and that the old garage will be torn down. Considerable discussion was held as to whether the Standard Requirements would apply to R -2. According to the ordinance these requirements would apply. Therefore, the front existing house would need to be brought up to code. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried that Agenda Item No. 7 (R -2 Plot Plan - Devlin - 9143 Bentel) be tabled until the next regular meeting at which time a report will be presented by the staff regarding code requirements. (MQ) It was moved by Kunz, second by McCaffree, and unanimously carried that the DESIGN PLAN for Ole's Supply Company be reviewed at this time. 7A. M -1- DESIGN PLAN - OLE'S SUPPLY COMPANY - ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 5 Max Knell, owner, Ole's Supply Company presented their Design Plan showing the layout for parking, buildings, and landscaping. The necessary dedication of right -of -way for the Earle Street cul de sac has been deeded to the City. There will be 20 foot gates at Earle Street for emergency use only, also a foot traffic gate for those residents on Earle Street and nearby to use. Drainage is all planned for as the natural slope is southeast. Attorney Hassenplug explained that the filing fee of $20.00 had not been paid as yet, and that the Commission should go on record that a Public Hearing was not required. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried that a Public Hearing was not required on the Design Plan for Zone Change Case No. 5. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, that the Design Plan for Zone Change Case No. 5 (Ole's Supply Company) be approved subject to the following conditions: - 2 - PC 1 -7 -64 • 1. Pursuant to Section paid. 2. That the dedication Street cul de sac be (RC) Roll call vote Ayes: Casares, Noes: None. Absent: None. 0 9119.3 the filing fee of $20.00 shall be of necessary right -of -way for the Earle presented to the City Clerk for recording. was as follows: Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Max Knell stated that he would like some consideration regarding modification of the size of parking stalls. He has studied parking stall sizes in other cities and feels that 9 foot width would be sufficient, however, 10' x 20' is required. Discussion was held regarding the modifying of parking stalls in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance. The ordinance requires 200 sq. feet per parking space. Attorney Hassenplug referred to Section 9122.9, that a variance would be required to change the parking s-i,zes. Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections staff would check into this problem and if necessary it may be brought back to the Commission. There were no objections. Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 9:07 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 9:28 o'clock p.m. MC -1 - 8948 CORTADA STREET - JERRY BELLETIERE Secretary Wroe read the communication in full written to the applicant as follows: "At a recent meeting of the City of Rosemead Planning Modification Committee, said Committee considered your proposal for development at 8948 Cortada Street, Rosemead. The Committee approved modification of the required 5' side yard to 4'. This would result in a full 10' driveway on the east side of the lot. The Structural Move Committee of the Planning Commission is currently in the process of making its investigation of the structure proposed to be moved to this location. You will be advised of its gction at a later date." The fgllowing communication was written by the Move -In Committee: 11 0n December 30, 1963, the property at 8107 Stewart and Gray Road, Downey, was inspected by two members of the move -in committee. It would appear that the design of the house is good and the apparent condition of the house is good. In the opinion of the undersigned commissioners, the house at 8107 Stewart & Gray Road would not be in conflict with the community where it is proposed to be located." (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that Modification Committee Report No, 1 and Move -In Committee recommendations be accepted and filed. Advisor Cushman explained that the Modification Committee has made him Chairman and there will be a filing fee determined at a later date, also the staff is in the process of preparing necessary forms. . 8A. TR 29121 - 4618 NORTH IVAR AVENUE Advisor Cushman presented the recommendations and findings of the Subdivision Committee. This is a five parcel subdivision on a lot 200' wide by 212' deep with all the normal subdivision re- quirements of sidewalks, curb, gutter, dedicated street, street lighting, sewers, etc. WIC PC 1 -7 -64 0 • (MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Taylor, that Tentative Tract No. 29121 subject to the conditions in the Subdivision Committee's report be recommended to the City Council for approval. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 9, MANSUR - ZONING ORDINANCE ANALYSIS The Commission agreed to complete the agenda and then return to Agenda Item No. 9. 10. COMMISSION REQUEST - ENGINEERING STUDY - ADAMS RANCH MUTUAL WATER Secretary Wroe stated that per Planning Commission request the City Council had this item of business at their last meeting and they requested the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance requir- ing mutual water companies to submit an annual report of adequacy. City Administrator Farrell reported that all areas where development is proposed should be checked out by the Fire Department to deter- mine what service is available. The City of Industry has adopted an ordinance which would provide this type of control. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that they instruct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance which would require any development to provide sufficient water supply for fire purposes, along the same lines as the City of Industry. Chairman Wilt suggested the staff prepare a report which would cover the adequacy of all utilities concerned in new developments. 11, COMMISSION REQUEST - RESIDENTIAL PARKWAYS Secretary Wroe reported that the City Council discussed this problem at their last meeting and agreed that the best way to enforce this was by citizen complaint method. 11A. SIDEWALKS - VALLEY BOULEVARD & GARVEY AVENUE Secretary Wroe reported that the most feasible method to install sidewalks on the business frontage streets would be by Chapter 27 of the 1911 Improvement Act, which requires petitions with 60% of the front footage in favor of said improvement. 116. STANDARD REQUIREMENTS Attorney Hassenplug stated that he had worded Item No. 17 of the Standard Requirements and these will be mailed to the Commissioners. This should be on the next agenda for adoption. 11C. HUNSAKER APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT Advisor Cushman reported that according to Section 9121.3 regarding the access driveway on R -1 property serving R -3 uses would be a violation and a zone variance should be requested. Chairman Wilt appointed Commissioners Crabtree and McCaffree to study this situation and report back at the next meeting. NEW BUSINESS 12. None. - 4 - 0 PC 1 -9 -64 COMMUNICATIONS 13.A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS F- I Secretary Wroe reported the next meeting will be Thursday, January 9, 1964, 7 :00 p.m. at the Castaway in Burbank. B. WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL Secretary Wroe reported the next meeting will be Friday, January 10th, at 12 noon, in the Hall of Records, 15th floor. Advisor Cushman explained the series of meetings that will be held over a period of a year or so. 14. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. ALLEY NO. 13 - (WEST OF ROSEMEAD BLVD. BETWEEN MARSHALL & GLENDON) Chairman Wilt stated the Committee has not met as yet and this item of business should be on the next agenda. B. COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS Chairman Wilt stated these assignments are ready and will be mailed with the next mailing. 15. (Agenda Item No. 9) MANSUR - ZONING ORDINANCE ANALYSIS Secretary Wroe explained that the Attorney and Advisor did not have copies of Mansur's report and therefore were not prepared to discuss this now. Discussion was held as to whether this should be discussed now or postponed. Commissioner Kunz was excused at 10 :35 o'clock p.m. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Wilt, and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that payment to Everett Mansur for his report be authorized. Discussion was held on the first few sections of the report and then Chairman Wilt stated if there were no objections this item of business would be on the next agenda. Chairman Wilt declared the meeting adjourned at 11 :22 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting Tuesday, January 21, 1964, at 7 :30 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY - 5 -