PC - Minutes - 05-16-67PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
Minutes of May 16, 1967
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called or order
by the Chairman, Commissioner Pike at 7:38 P.M. in the City
Council Chambers, 3018 N. Charlotte Avenue, Rosemead
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Holmes
Chairman Pike delivered the invocation.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Holmes, Larson, Pike, Taylor
and O'Hagan
Absent: None
Exofficio: Director of Planning - Al Hersh
City ,attorney - Bob Joehnck
Admin. Asst. - Steve Street
Secretary - Foy Burton
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 18, 1967
May 2, 1967
It was moved by Commissioner Pike, seconded by Commissioner
Larson and unanimously carried that the minutes of April
18, 1967 be approved as written.
It was moved by Commissioner Pike, seconded by Commissioner
Taylor, and unanimously carried that the minutes of May
2, 1967 be approved as written.
4. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO
ADDRESS THE COMMISSION.
1. Mr. William Brunner, 3032 North Prospect, Rosemead
stated that he had plans submitted and approved by
the Modification Committee (Modification Case #97)
and after construction had began he was notified
that he was to construct a block wall in rear yard.
In discussion between Mr. Hersh and Mr. Brunner it
was revealed that the plans had been approved with
the condition that a block wall be installed. Mr.
Brunner was advised to come in to see Mr. Hersh at
City Hall to discuss the matter.
PUBLIC HEARING
5. ZONE VARIANCE #47 - Rear yard encroachment - 3852 Bartlett
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing open at 7:50 P.M.
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PROPONENTS:
1. Mr. Pierre Lacas, 3852 Bartlett, Rosemead, testified
regarding reasons and justification for granting the
requested developments.
OPPONENTS:
There were none.
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing closed at 8 :07 P.M.
Discussion by the Commission
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner O'Hagan, seconded by Commissioner
Taylor, that as Resolution 67 -4, Zone Variance Case #47
be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. Development of the subject property substantially in
accord with the Plot Plan marked Exhibit A.
2. No development on the subject property may now or
later encroach on the adjoining right -of -way of the
Rubio Wash.
3. Prior to the granting of any building permit the staff
must review and approve and acknowledged permit by the
Flood Control District allowing such use of their
easement.
4. Standard Conditions that apply.
Roll Call Vote s Follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Larson, Pike, Taylor and O'Hagan
Noes: Commissioners: Holmes
6. ZONE VARIANCE #48 - Division of Land - Sullivan Place -
between Garrett and Whitmore Streets.
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing open at 8:30 P.M.
PROPONENTS:
1. Mr. Kurt Theirfelder, 53142 Bartlett, San Gabriel
2. Mr. Ronald Travis, 4724 Bannister
3. Mr. Joseph Healy, 3241 Sullivan Avenue
4. Mr. James Waukmir, 11344 Ranchita, E1 Monte
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5. `Marie'Savolla, 3234 Rosemead Place, testified regarding
a proposed subdivision in the surrouding area. Mrs.
Savolla stated she had no objections to the subject
request.
OPPONENTS:
There were none.
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing closed at 8:55 P.M.
Discussion by the Commission - Commissioners Taylor and
Larson asked to be allowed to abstain from voting as they
each own property within 300 feet of the property under
consideration.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner
O'Hagan that Zone Variance #48 be approved by Resolution
67 -5, subject to the following conditions.
1. That the applicant submit a revised plan in accord
with Commission statements, and the development of
the subject property be substantially in accord with
the Revised Plot Plan marked "Exhibit A , Revised.
2. The three applicants shall each dedicate right -of -way
for that portion of the proposed cul de sac covering
his lot; and the proposed street shall be installed
to city standards and as approved.
3. The developer shall post cash or a bond, with the
City, to guarantee the proper installation and com-
pletion of required street, curbs, gutter, walk,
street trees and other facilities required to develop
the property to city standards and as approved.
4. Sidewalks shall be required along Sullivan Avenue
frontage and on street frontage along proposed par-
cels B, C, D, E, and F.
5. Drainage and all utility lines shall be established
in accord with City standards, and subject to approval
of the City Engineer.
6. The developer shall submit a parcel map in accordance
with regulations set out in the 1965 State Subdivision
Map Act, and City Parcel Map standards, for pro-
cessing, approval and filing for the record.
7. No building permits shall be issued, or construction
commenced prior to official approval and recordation
of the required Parcel Map.
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8. Applicants, and the developer shall submit signed Affidavits
of Acceptance of Conditions to the Planning Department; and
no Parcel Map approvals or building permits shall be issued
prior to receipt of said documents from the four parties
involved herewith.
9. The subject properties shall otherwise conform to the
requirements of the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance (Ord 112) and
all applicable Planning Commission Standards and Policies.
10. Standard conditions that apply.
ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes: Commissioners: O'Hagan, Pike and Holmes
Noes: Commissioners: None
Abstain: Commissioners: Taylor and Larson
7. ZONE CHANGE CASE #26 - R -1 to PD - 'West side Rio Hondo Avenue
Between Marshall and Ramona
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing open at 9:20 P.M.
Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing to
testify at this public hearing.
PROPONENTS:
1. Mollie Bennett (representing the Owners of Record) 5572 N.
Angeles Avenue, San Gabriel.
OPPONENTS:
There were none
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing closed at 9 :26 P.M.
Discussion by the Commission
(MO)lt was moved by Commissioner Taylor, Seconded by Commissioner
Holmes that Zone Change Case #26 be approved by Resolution
67 -6 and recommending the change to the City Council.
Chairman Pike noted the lack of opposition.
Planning Director Hersh indicated Item 5 inappropriate. Com-
missioner Larson asked that Item 5 be stricken from the Factual
Data Report.
ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Larson, Pike, Taylor and O'Hagan
Noes: Commissioners: None
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8. ZO:'E CHANGE CASE #27 - M -1 -D and R -1 to R -3 -D - West side
Angeles Avenue between Rush and Graves.
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing open at 9:45 P.M.
Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing
to testify at this public hearing.
PROPONENTS:
1. Lou Webb, 1127 Santa Anita, Arcadia
OPPO; :ENTS:
There were none
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing closed at 9 :48 P.M.
!MO) It was moved by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner
Taylor that Zone Change Case #27 be approved by Resolution
67-7, and recommending said change to the City Council.
ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Larson, O'Hagan, Pike and Taylor
Noes: Commissioners: None
9. COi;DITIONAL USE PERMIT #11 - Home for Elderly - 3714 Temple
City Boulevard
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing open at 10:10 P.M.
Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing to
testify at this public hearing..
PROPONENTS:
1. Harry Hoffman, 1210 Hatcher Ave., City of Industry,
testified regarding reasons and justification for
granting the requested development.
2. E. R. Walker, 4012 Penmar, El Monte, testified regarding
reasons and justification for granting the requested
development.
C"' - -VENTS:
1. J. W. Chrisman, 3710 N. Temple City Blvd., testified
regarding reasons for denying the requested development.
2. Garland Smalley, 3720 Temple City Boulevard, testified
. regarding reasons for denying the requested development..
Chairman Pike declared the Public Hearing closed at 10 :28 P.M„
Discussion by Commission
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner
0 Hagan that Conditional Use Permit # 11 be approved by
Resolution 67 -8 subject to the following conditions:
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1. The subject_ property shall be developed substantially
as indicated on the approved plot plan marked "Exhibit A ".
2. Occupancy of the home shall be limited to twelve guests
and no license issued by the State shall be grounds to
allow a higher number of guests, withoui_ specific prior
approval of the Planning Commission.
3. Parking, recreation areas and landscaping shall be
installed and maintained substantially in accord with
the approved plans.
4. Necessary crubs, gutters, walks and street trees along
the existing.right -of -way shall be installed prior to
occupancy. A permit to be secured from the City Clerk.
5. The applicant shall dedicate ten feet of frontage along
Temple City Boulevard for future use and improvement in
widening the boulevard.
6. The property shall otherwise be developed and maintained
in accord.with applicable Zoning Ordinance standards and
Planning Commission Policies and Standards.
7. Standard conditions that apply.
ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Larson, O'Hagan and Pike
Noes: Commissioners: Taylor
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
10. PLOT PLAN #284 - Duplex on Modified Area - 3329 Stallo
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, seconded by Commissioner
O'Hagan that no action be taken on this case at this.time as
there were no representatives present at the hearing, and the
Plot Plan should carry a legal description of the site.
Voice vote: Unanimous
NEW BUSINESS:
11. There was none
LEGISLATIVE UNFINISHED
12. There was none
MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
13. Joint Area Committee Meeting - Friday even.ing,. May 26, 1967
Mr.. Hersh urged all members of the commission to attend this
mPetino as it would be very interesting and informative.
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14.- Planning Director Hersh indicated the use of Resolutions
to record Commission actions was redundant and unnecessary
and he suggested the Planning Commission consider and
recommend amendment of the Zoning Ordinance. Commissioner
Holmes moved, seconded by Commissioner Larson, that Zoning
Ordinance 112 be amended by deleting paragraph two of
Section 9126.5 and recommending the amendment. to the
City Council.
Voice vote:. Unanimous
Chairman Pike declared the meeting adjourned at 11.:10 P.M.