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PC - Minutes - 08-17-65• • CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of August 17, 1965 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held in the Council Chambers at 8815 E. Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Taylor at 7:33 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Pike. Attorney Brown gave the Invocation. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor Absent: Commissioner Buchanan Ex officio: Brown, Lands, Meyer, Skophammer 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 20, 1965 Commissioner Kunz referred to agenda item 7, page 3, (RC) and stated that she voted no to the motion, and that the minutes be corrected accordingly. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Kunz, second by Commissioner Pike, and unanimously carried that the minutes of July 20, 1965 be approved as corrected. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 3, 1965 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike, and unanimously carried that the minutes of August 3, 1965 be approved as written. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION There were none. ADMINISTRATIVE: OLD BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN NO...206 REVISED Rae M. & Lauequetta W. Kawamoto (0 /A) 3728 Bartlett (Site) Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data regarding this revised plot plan. Discussion followed regarding inadequate guest parking, easement over Parcel "A" for ingress and egress to Parcel "B", and certification that Flood Control has abandoned easement at the rear of the two parcels. Mrs. Raymond Alvarez, 3728 Bartlett, prospective owner of Parcel "A ", Jay Stringham of Valley Craft Construction representing the owner /applicants Mr. & Mrs. Kawamoto, and Mrs. Kawamoto all answered questions pertaining to this proposed lot split. E, 36 0 PC 8/17/65 -2- 0 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike, that Plot Plan No. 206 Revised be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Two guest parking spaces, Parcel "A" to be dimensioned and as shown on the revised plot plan. 2. That 300 sq.. ft. easement over Parcel "A" is granted to Parcel "B" for ingress and egress. 3. Two guest parking spaces, Parcel "B" to be dimensioned and as shown on revised plot plan. 4. Verification in writing from Flood Control, that 20 ft. easement at rear of Parcels "A" and "B" has been abandoned. 5. Standard requirements that apply. Commissioner Pike stated., that in his opinion, Parcel "A" is 290 sq. ft. short of being a legal 5,000 sq. ft, parcel. (110 Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes., Pike, Taylor Noes: Commissioner Kunz Absent: Commissioner Buchanan NEW BUSINESS 6, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3 Public Hearing Valley Rehabilitation Center (A) 3345 No. Bartlett (Site) Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to this request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish, operate and maintain a facility to provide board, lodging and guidance to those women wishing to recover from alcoholism. Attorney Brown administered the oath to those wishing to testify at this public hearing. Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:25 o'clock p .m. Lyle Larson, 9047 E. Garrett, stated that he is the owner of the subject property and upon approval of the Conditional Use Permit would lease the property to the Valley Rehabilitation Center. He explained the purpose of the proposed center as being a facility to offer the care and guidance to women wishing to rehabilitate from alcoholism and that the Center was formed by a group of people desirious of performing this service. Mr. Sam Gates, Secretary Pro Tem of the Valley Rehabilitation Center, stated that the homelike, peaceful, centrally located, reasonable, and available site of the proposed center would serve the purpose for providing this care and guidance. Further testimony in favor of this request was given by: Fred Rice, 4118 Ivar Jess Knapp, 1432 Westley, Pasadena Lucille Kerr, 10416 E. Klingerman, E1 Monte Joan Peoples, 3406 Bartlett Robert Scott, 5405 N. Encinita, Temple City 538 0 PC 8/17/65 -3- 0 MrA Larson read a letter dated August 111 1965, directed to Mr, Ernest McBridei Chairman Pro Tem of the Valley Rehabilitation Center from Rafael H. Galceran; Judgei Municipal Court, E1 Monte Judicial District, favoring the work being performed by the Valley Rehabilitation Center! John Holzinger of 3404 Burton, stated he was neither for or against this request, but would like to know how many women would be cared for at the Center, and if any further development of the property was proposed. Chairman Taylor answered as indicated by previous testimony, that the number of women cared for would be determined by the County Health Department, and that the Center proposes no further development at this time. Mr. Frank Reeves, 3353 North Bartlett, also stated that he was neither for or against the proposed use at this time, that if the use is approved, he wouIJ like a solid type of fence constructed between his residence and the subject property. Speaking in opposition to this request were the following persons: Sydney Schulz, 3350 North Bartlett Constance Schulz, 3350 North Bartlett Mildred L. McDonald, 3363 North Bartlett Adele P. Cram, 3367 North Bartlett Administrative Assistant Meyer read a letter from Simon and Maude Knechtel, 6224 Sea Breeze Drive, Long Beach, owners of property located at 3372 North Burton, in opposition to this request. Discussion indicated strong opposition due to inadequate parking, inadequate sleeping and dining facilities, and the proposed use in this R -1 zone. Attorney Brown raised the question as to the length of care for the women, number of patients that could be accommodated, and who would be in charge of the facility. Mr. Gates stated that a woman would be hired on a permanent basis, one who has been rehabilitated herself and is familiar with the problems, and one who would be able to enforce the house rules and regulations of the Center; that a Board of Directors would be selected to see that the functions of the facility are carried out. Further, that the usual stay of a resident is 6 months; that when a woman has recovered and has returned to work, she is expected to contribute, in her own behalf, to the support of the Center for the treatment and to promote the project. The County Health Department would govern the number of patients to be cared for at the Center. There being no further testimony, Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing closed at 9:10 o'clock p.m. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Kunz, that the decision of the Planning Commission be deferred to the meeting of September 7, 1965, at which time the applicants pres the following: 1. A letter from the County Health Department specifying the number of people to be housed in the existing and the proposed residences. 2. A revised plot plan showing parking requirements in accordance with item 1. 539 0 PC 8/17/65 -4- 31 Revised plot plan to show solid fencing between subject property and the property located at 3353 North Bartlett. (RC) Roll call vote on the Ayes: Commissioners Noes: None Absent: Commissioner motion was as follows: : Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor Buchanan Chairman Taylor declared a recess at 9:33 o'clock p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9.47 o'clock p.m. 7, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 4 Public Hearing Foster & Kleiser (A) 8960 E. Valley (Site) Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to this request for a Conditional Use Permit to erect and maintain two additional illuminated outdoor advertising signs at the subject site. Attorney Brown administered the oath to Mr. Don Davis who represented Foster and Kleiser. Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing open at 9:50 o'clock p.m. Mr. Davis stated the proposed additional signs were to be 12' x 25' paper poster panels, and the applicant's proposal was well taken care of in the factual data presented by Advisor Skophammer. There being no further testimony, Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing closed at 9:53 o'clock p.m. Discussion followed regarding the height of existing sign, clutter at this major corner, height of proposed billboard in relation to adjacent building, and type of billboards to be erected. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Pike, second by Commissioner Kunz, that request for Conditional Use Permit be deferred for two weeks. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor Absent: Commissioner Buchanan (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Taylor, that Conditional Use Permit No. 4 be approved for the erection and maintenance of one single faced, lattice back billboard on Valley Boulevard. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor Noes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike Absent: Commissioner Buchanan (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike, and unanimously carried that the request of the applicant be deferred to the meeting of September 7, 1965, in order that the five member Commission is present to vote. 540 PC 8/17/65 -5- 0 $, PLOT PLAN NO. 219 Lun Dee Investment (A) W. 0. Ballenger (0) 3867 N. Delta (Site) Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to the plot plan. Mr. Forest Lundstrom of Lun Dee Investment Co., and Mr. William Schulz, Engineer, represented the owner of the subject property. Discussion followed regarding width of mutual driveway serving Parcels "B" and "C ", rearyard setback of 13 ft. Parcel "C ", and separation of driveway Parcel "A" from driveway serving Parcels "B" and "C". (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike that Plot Plan No. 219 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Modification of rearyard setback requirement Parcel "C" to 13 ft. is approved. 2. Masonry wall is constructed extending from S.E. corner of garage on Parcel "A" southerly to property line, thence easterly along southerly property line up to front property line. 3. Landscaping along northern side of the masonry wall. 4. Standard requirements that apply. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor Noes: None Absent: Commissioner Buchanan 9, PLOT PLAN NO. 220 Ralph Vogel & Charlotte Sipple (0 /A) 3914 N. Muscatel (Site) Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Discussion followed regarding condition of residence on Parcel "A ", proposed carport Parcel "A ", possible rearrangement of Parcel "C ", and rearyard setback Parcel "C ". Ralph Vogel,owner of Parcels "B" and "C ", and Charlotte Sipple, owner of Parcel "A" answered questions pertaining to the plot plan. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike, that the applicants be permitted to withdraw without prejudice, and to return with a revised plan at a later date. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioner Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor Noes: None Absent: Commissioner Buchanan The applicants were invited to work with Staff on a revised plan. 541 0 PC 8/17/65 -6- 10. COMMUNICATIONS None 11. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS & STAFF Paper presented by Chairman Taylor regarding underground utilities for consideration by the Commission. 12. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chairman Taylor declared the meeting adjourned at 11:20 o'clock p.m. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY 542 0 0 Correction to Minutes of August 17, 1965 9. PLOT PLAN NO. 220 Ralph Vogel & Charlotte Sipple (0 /A) 3914 N. Muscatel (Site) Advisor Skophammee presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Discussion followed regarding condition of residence on Parcel "A ", proposed carport Parcel " A " , possible rearrangement of Parcel "C ", and rearyard setback Parcel "C ". Ralph Vogel, owner of Parcels "B" and "C ", and Charlotte Sipple, owner of Parcel "A" answered questions pertaining to the plot plan. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Kunz, second by Commissioner Pike, that Plot Plan No. 220 be approved according to the standard requirements that apply, that the portion of the proposed 10 ft. driveway which passes Parcel "B" be 12 ft. to the westerly property line of Parcel "B ", with Parcel "B" having black top included in its parking area in front of garage to run out into a curve into the 12 ft. driveway, and an easement of record that the owner of Parcel "C" may have ingress and egress over that particular corner. Further, that a mutual easement be recorded for Parcels "B" and "C" over the 18 ft. driveway extending from Muscatel to westerly line of Parcel "B ". (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor Absent: Commissioner Buchanan (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Pike, second by Commissioner Kunz, that Plot Plan No. 220 be held over for two weeks. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor Absent: Commissioner Buchanan (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike, that the applicants be permitted to withdraw without prejudice, and to return with a revised plot plan at the next meeting. (RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows: Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor Noes: None Absent: Commissioner Buchanan The applicants were invited to work with Staff on a revised plot plan.