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PC - Minutes - 07-21-643 V CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of.July 21, 1964 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held in the Council Chambers, 8815 East Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 7 :38 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Wilt. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: Crabtree. Ex officio: Brown, Cushman, Phillips, Wroe. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 7, 1964 (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried that the minutes of July 7, 1964, be approved as printed. 3A. ANNEXATION NO. 27 Secretary Wroe explained that the City Council had just met regarding Annexation No. 27 and that they referred it to the Planning Commission for a recommendation. Fie further explained that a portion of Annexation No. 25 was to be withdrawn and added to No. 27, thus creating a better financial balance in both the annexations. Considerable discussion was held concerning the population and register- ed voters in each of the annexation areas. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz that the Planning Commission recommends approval of Annexation No. 27 to the City Council (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: Casares. Absent: Crabtree. 4. 5. Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 7 :55 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 8:01 o'clock p.m. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION None. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 7 - CITY COUNCIL REPORT Secretary Wroe explained that in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance the Planning Commission should make a report to the City Council regard- ing the Council's action in this zone change. The City Council voted to change the zone to M -1 -D for the entire 150 feet which is presently R -I zone. Advisor Cushman explained that the Commission may concur with the City Council's action or reaffirm the Planning Commission's original action. Considerable discussion was held regarding this zone change. • PC 7.21 -64 0 (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz, that the Planning Commission approves the City Council's action in regard to the M -1 -D zone for 150 feet in Zone Change Case No. 7, (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, 'Atilt. Noes: Casares. Absent: Crabtree, 6. PLOT PLAN NO. 87 (Revised) - CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Applicant) VIRGIL & ESTELLA Mc CALLON (Owner) = 9534 East Ralph Street (Site) Advisor Cushman presented the factual data regarding this plan. Parcel "B" has 5,656 sq. ft., however, 965 sq. ft. is driveway, thus leaving 4,691 sq. ft, for building and yard area. Mr. Tantz, Certified Construction Company, explained the particulars of the plan. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Taylor, that Plot Plan No. 87 be approved subject to the applicable Standard Requirements and that mutual easements be recorded for the front 70 feet of the driveway. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Crabtree. 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 166 (Revised) - CERTIFIED CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (Applicant) EMMA DEAN FISH (Owner) - 3867 North Rio Hondo Avenue (Site) Advisor Cushman presented the factual data regarding this plan and stated it had been before the Commission at a prior meeting and this was the revision. Commissioner Crabtree arrived at 8 :45 o'clock p.m. Discussion was held regarding the trees near the parkway, (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Taylor, that Plot Plan No. 166 be approved subject to the Standard Requirements that apply and the following requirements: (1) the utility lines be shown on the plans; (2) that the driveway be 10 feet wide, and (3) that the trees on or adjacent to the property line be inspected to determine if they will be in the way of the sidewalk installation. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, and Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. Commissioner Casares explained that this would be his last meeting and that he needed to leave at this time, He further commented it has been a real pleasure and experience to have served on the Planning Commission. Chairman Wilt commented that it has been a pleasure to work with Commissioner Casares the past 4z years, Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 8 :55 o'clock p.m. The meeting re- convened at 9 :10 o'clock p.m. NEW BUSINESS 8. ZONE ARIANCE CASE NO 1 - 8922 Lawrence Avenue (Site) James J. & Mary Ogle Y Applicant & Owner 2 j Advisor Cushman presented the factual data as follows: - 2 - PC 7 -21 -64 PROPOSAL: To construct, maintain, and use a second single family residence on a lot having less than the required area for two houses in the R -1 Zone (Single Family Residential - -5,000 sq. ft. minimum required area). The plot plan marked "Exhibit 'A'" shows the existing and proposed de- velopment of the subject property. Parceling is not indicated. A 1,030 square foot residence and garage would be built on the front of the subject property, and the existing 590 square foot residence and detached garage would remain on the rear portion. This use would be allowed under the present zoning if minimum lot area requirements were met. FACTUAL DATA BEARING ON THIS CASE ARE NOTED AS FOLLOWS: 1. The subject property is a rectangular parcel fronting approximately 50 feet on the south side of Lawrence Avenue approximately 175 feet easterly of Ivar Avenue. It contains + 7,000 square feet and is presently developed with a single- famiTy residence set back approx- imately 85 feet. The area surrounding the subject property is developed primarily with single - family residences. Commercial uses exist along Rosemead Boulevard. 2. The subject property was zoned R -1 by City of Rosemead Ordinance No. 11, effective January 11, 1960. 3. Lawrence Avenue is a 50 -foot wide,local street." Chairman Wilt declared the Public Hearing open at 9:17 o'clock p.m. Advisor Cushman administered the oath to those persons wishing to testify at the Public Hearing. Mr. James Ogle, owner, stated they would like to build a single residence in the front to remain under one ownership. The following persons spoke in favor of this variance: Mr. E. A. Taylor, 8913 E. Lawrence Avenue, Mr. Glenn Collins, 8936 E. Lawrence Avenue, Mr. G. R. Mikes, 8929 E. Lawrence Avenue, Mr. Clifford Adams, 5011 Sereno Drive, owner of property across the street from subject property, Mr. J. A. McCaddin, 4202 North Ivar Avenue, and Hettie Cook, 8942 E. Lawrence Avenue. The following Persons spoke in opposition to this variance: Mary Clayton, 4234 No. Ivar Avenue, and Emma Rudner, 4224 North Ivar Avenue. Chairman Wilt declared the Public Hearing closed at 9:26 o'clock p.m. Considerable discussion was held regarding this request for a variance to build an additional single family residence on a parcel having less than half the required area and not splitting the lot. (MO) It was moved by Taylor, second by McCaffree, to postpone Zone Variance Case No. 21 until the August 18, 1964 meeting so the staff may prepare a report regarding the plot plan and legality. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Cuchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Casares. 9. PLOT PLAN NO. 176 - STRECKER ASSOCIATES, INC. (Applicant) - t4ILLIAN J. KNIGHT (Owner) - 8940 E. Marshall Street (Site) .1 3 - 0 PC 7 -21 -64 Advisor Cushman presented the factual data and explained the westerly boundary of the parcel abuts an alley. The Commission held discussion regarding this alley and that a better plan could be made. This location is shown in the General Plan as a future street. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor, that Plot Plan No. 176 be denied according to Section 15 of the Standard Requirements. Bill Knight, owner and applicant, stated he would withdraw his plan without prejudice. Commissioner McCaffree withdrew his motion with agreement of second. (MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Wilt that Plot Plan No. 176 be withdrawn without prejudice. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Casares. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by McCaffree and unanimously carried that the staff be requested to prepare a positive planning study of the area encompassed on the east of Rosemead Boulevard, on the south by Glendon Way, on the north by Marshall Street and on the west by Muscatel Avenue. 10, PLOT PLAN NO. 177 - ALTA BUILDERS, INC. (Applicant) - EARL L. & LOTTIE M. NEESE (Owners) - 8447 E. Marshall Street (Site) Advisor Cushman presented the factual data regarding this plan. Mr. Jones, Alta Builders, explained the details of the plan. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Kunz, that Plot Plan No. 177 be approved subject to the applicable Standard Requirements and the follow- ing conditions. 1. That the proposed driveway be straight. 2. That the sewer and utility lines be shown on the plan. 3. That the staff approve Condition No. 13 of the Standard Requirements to meet safety standards. 4. That the proposed patio be called a cement slab. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: Casares. LEGISLATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 11, CITY ATTORNEY REPORT - PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE Attorney Brown stated he would have these proposed amendments ready for the next Planning Commission meeting. Discussion was held concerning the possibility of eliminating carports in the R -1 and R -2 zones. The City Attorney is to work -up the necessary amendment regarding carports and garages. - 4 - PC 7 -21 -64 12. GASOLINE SERVICE STATION - STAFF REPORT 13. BEER BARS - STAFF REPORT Secretary Wroe explained that these two agenda items could be considered together. He presented copies of Monterey Park's recent studies in both these fields. After considerable discussion it was agreed that the staff will prepare a printed copy for the next agenda of a study and report regarding control of service stations and beer taverns. NEW BUSINESS 14. None. COMMUNICATIONS 15. None. TERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF 16. A. ALLEY - EAST OF RIO HONDO, SOUTH OF VALLEY BOULEVARD Considerable discussion was held regarding the request to vacate this alley. It was agreed that until more interest is shown for develop- ment this alley should not be vacated. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor and unanimously carried that the request for vacation of the alley at Rio Hondo Avenue south of Valley Boulevard be denied. B. ORDINANCE NO. 132 Chairman Wilt explained that the City Council had adopted an ordinance changing the Commission from seven to five members. Therefore, at the August 18, 1964 meeting new officers will need to be elected. C. RESIGNATION - COMMISSIONER CRABTREE Chairman Wilt read a letter of resignation from Commissioner Crabtree stating that he was moving to Bakersfield. Commissioner Crabtree stated he regretted leaving, however, he has thoroughly enjoyed working with the Commissioners. D. PLANNING STUDY OF SOUTH SAN GABRIEL AREAS. Chairman Wilt stated that a planning and zoning study of the annexation areas should be conducted. Discussion was held as to the various phases of the study and the possibility of professional help to work on this project. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree, and unanimously carried that the Planning Commission recommends to the City Council that a Planning Consultant be hired to conduct an adequate and appropriate study of the proposed annexations in South San Gabriel. (MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:03 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be Tuedsay, August , 1964 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. . - 5 -