PC - Minutes - 10-01-68PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 1, 1968
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A regular, meeting of the Rosemead Planning Commission was called
to order by Chairman Larson at 7 :43 P.M. in the Council Chambers
of the City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Floe.
Commissioner Schymos delivered the Invocation.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners: Floe, Hunter, Larson and Schymos
Absent: Commissioners: None
Ex Officio: Director of Planning - Al Hersh
Administrative Assistant - Steve Street
Secretary - Foy Burton
(MO)
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - September 17, 1968
Chairman Larson pointed out a correction on page five, para-
graph F, of the minutes of September 17, 1568. The paragraph
should read "all required front and side yard setbacks....."
Commissioner Floe abstained from voting as he was not present
at the meeting of September 17, 1968.
It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner
Hunter and carried that the minutes of September 17, 1968 be
approved as corrected.
4. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS
THE COMMISSION.
NONE
PUBLIC HEARING
5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO 25. - Outdoor advertising sign -
7444 Garvey Avenue - Foster and Kleiser
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing
to testify.
Chairman Larson opened the public hearing at 7:52 P.M.
PROPONENTS:
1. Mr. John Glyn, Foster and Kleiser, 1550 lest Washington
Boulevard, Los Angeles, testified regarding reasons for
granting the requested permit; including distances to
existing.signs, outdoor advertising being a valid busi-
ness, the suitability of the site, and the fact the
requested sign was single faced.
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Conditional Use Permit No
25 (Continued)
1. Mr. Raymond Hillier, 4334 Cypress, E1 Monte, addressed
the Commission stating an outdoor sign would not improve
the area and he would rather see an attractive improvement
to the area.
2, Mrs. Fisher, 2773 Lindy Avenue, objected to establishment
of the sign, stating the city was stressing beautification
and she did not think the proposed sign would beautify
the city.
Chairman Larson closed the public hearing at 8 :03 P.M.
Discussion by the Commission included possible traffic haz-
ards involved, past city policy on outdoor advertising, height
of the sign and affect of the sign on the appearance of sur-
rounding area, and comments on the lack of a suitable sign
ordinance with guidance standards.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner
Hunter that Conditional Use Permit No. 25 be denied per
Resolution No. 68 -14, on the basis it would not be in the
best interest of the surrounding area, it would be a traffic
hazard in the area, and would not be in accord with the
City beautification activities.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners
Floe, Hunter, Larson and Schymos
Nos: Commissioners:
Absent: Commissioners:
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6. NONE
NEW BUSINESS
None
None
7. PLOT PLAN NO. 388 - Relocation of single family dwelling unit -
4509 North Earle - Lewucky
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Mr. Lewucky and Mr. Connolly of Connoly House Sales were
present to answer questions from the Commission.
A report was given by Commissioner Schymos of the Move -In
Committee indicating the proposed move -in was acceptable
and a few suggested improvements and repairs to the buildings.
Discussion by the Commission included the appearance of the
building, location of the garage, location of the driveway,
the huge tree in the parkway, whether to save it or not, and
staff determination to determine fate of the tree and location
of the d r i v e w a y .
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Plot Plan No. 388 (Continued)
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, seconded by Commissioner
Schymos that Plot Plan No. 388 be approved subject to the
following conditions:
The applicant shall submit a revised plot plan in accord-
ance with Commission requirements and the property shall
thereafter be developed substantially as indicated on
the approved plot plan marked "Exhibit A - Revised', and
in accord with Building Department requirements and cor-
rections for subject use.
2. Sidewalks and a driveway apron shall be installed to
City Standards on the Earle Street frontage.
3. The existing large Carob street tree in the parkway
shall be removed and a new street tree installed to
City standards.
4. The overhead door on the garage shall be replaced.
5. The buildings shall be painted.
6. Any damage to the roof of either building shall be re-
paired.
7. Development of the subject property shall otherwise be
in accord with the applicable standards and policies of
the Planning Commission and in accord with the regulations
of the City Zoning Ordinance (Ord. 112).
8. This approval shall expire one year from the date of
approval unless a building permit has been issued, con-
struction has started and is being diligently pursued to
completion prior to the stated expiration date.
9. Applicant /Owner shall submit a signed Affidavit of Accep-
tance of Conditions to staff, and no building permit
shall be issued prior to the receipt of said affidavit.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Floe, Hunter, Larson and Schymos
Nos: Commissioners: None
Absent: Commissioners: None
MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
8. a. !Alest San Gabriel Valley Planning Council meeting - Friday -
October 4, 1968 - Woody and Eddy's Restuarant - 12 :00 Noon
Mr. Hersh informed the Commission of this meeting and
urged their attendance.
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MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF (Continued)
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b. Southern California Planning Congress - October 10, 1968 -
Ford Motor Company
Mr. Hersh informed the Commission of this meeting, indi-
cating the subject and asked the commissioners attendance.
c. Mr. Hersh informed the Commission of the action of the
City Council on the proposed Subdivision Ordinance, pre -
for introduction by the City Attorney at a special ses-
sion of the City Council on September 18, 1968. The
item was deferred for further study of Section 9417 -B
and 9443 -D.
Mr. Hersh requested the existing "Lot Split" Committee
expand their review to include the proposed subdivision
ordinance, the committee to set up frequent meetings to
develop a recommendation to the Planning Commission, and
future.referral back to the City Council. Commissioner
Floe so moved, seconded by Chairman Larson and carried
unanimously.
9. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS
THE COMMISSION.
Mr. John Glyn, Foster and Kleiser, 1550 West Washington
Boulevard, Los Angeles addressed the Commission requesting
the City to study a sign ordinance for the City of Rosemead.
He stated the procedure of a Conditional Use Permit was
acceptable but a costly and cumbersome matter. Mr. Glyn
offered assistance in any activities of such a committee.
There being no further business, Chairman Larson adjourned
the meeting at 8 :57 P.M.
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