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PC - Minutes - 12-03-680 0 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES DECEMBER 3, 1968 A regu!ar: of the Rosemead Planning Commission was called to order by Ch2?rman Larson at 7:35 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead,'California. 1. CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Hunter led the Pledge of Allegiance The Invocation was led by Chairman Larson 2. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Absent: Commissioners: None Ex Offic'o: Director of Planning - Al Hersh Administrative Assistant - Steve Street City Administrator - Milton Farrell City Attorney - Bob Joehnck Secretary - Foy Burton 3• INTROD''JCTiON AND INDUCTION OF NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER - MR. JOHN P, DAUERj JR. Chairman Larson introduced Mr. Dauer to the other members of the Commission and the staff. City Clerk, Milton Farrell, administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Dauer. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - November 19, 1968 (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, seconded by Commissioner Hunter that the minutes of November 19, 1968 be approved as written. Chairman Larson stated he would like to bring up the election of a vice - chairman even though it was not on the agenda as the office hay' been vacant since the resignation of Mr. Holmes. Commissioner Floe nominated Commissioner Schymos for the office of Vice- Chairman. Commissioner Hunter seconded the nomination. It was moved by Commissioner. Floe, seconded by Commissioner Hunter, and unanimously carried that the nominations be closed. Commissioner Schymos was elected as Vice- Chairman of the Planning Commission by a unanimous voice vote. 0 9 PC December 3, 1968 Page Two 5. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUa ENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION. fLori" PUBLIC HEARING 6. .ZONE VARIANCE NO. 57 - 3317 parking and Conditional Use in pizza restaurant. San Gabriel Boulevard:. reduced Permit No. 26 for beer and wine Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data. Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persens wishing to testify. Chairman Larson opened the public hearing at 7 :49 P,M. PROPONENTS 1. Mr. Pat Gaffney - 865 Linda Vista, Pasadena - addressed the Commission stating he was representing Mr. Gambino in this case. He stated the location of the proposed restaurant building and the shape of the lot affected the number of required parking spaces. He also stated the development would be an asset to the area and would not be in any way detrimental. to the surrounding resi- dential and commercial areas. OPPONENTS NONE Chairman Larson closed the public hearing at :00 P.M. Discussion by the Commission included the possibility.of an added 17th:parking space affecting the turning radius, intention of owner to retain property under one ownership, possibility of removing the kitchen facilities.from the - old ..residence to assure its use as a storage area, dimen- sions and locations of parking spaces, parking requirements for existing residence as non - conforming use, lighting.of property affecting residents to the west, size of sign, and proper lighting of parking area. Mr. Farrell commented the property owners to the west had apparently made no objections to the lighting of the former businesses at this location and that the storage area would probably eventually be removed to provide more parking area. Mr. Eaffney stated that the proposed parking area layout seems adequate since the majority of the business would be during dinner hours and after the bakery and grocery store were closed. • • PC December 3, 1968 Page Three Zone,.Variance No. 57 (Continued) Mr. Gambino stated he had not yet determined the hours of operation but that they would most likely be 4 P.M. to.10 P,M, Monday through Thursday and 4 P.M. to Midnight Friday and Saturday. There was some discussion regarding the order in which to vote upon the Zone Variance and Conditional Use Permit as a denial of the Zone Variance would.affect the appli Cant's desire to proceed with the Conditional Use Permit. (MO) it was moved by Commissioner Floe, seconded by Commissioner Hunter that Zone Variance No. 57 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The subject property may be developed, operated and Main- tained as a pizza restaurant, provided the property 1s developed and maintained substantially as indicated on the approved revised plot plan marked "Exhibit A - Revised" and as otherwise specifically permitted herein, and otherwise only as required and permitted in the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance (Ord. 112). The revised plan shall indicate the required masonry wall and the location of the required parking area lighting, to staff satisfaction. 2. The parking area on the property, providing 16 marked parking spaces, shall be paved, landscaped and main- tained, and provided with wheel stops, and shall be kept lighted after dark, during operating hours. 3. Two signs, not to exceed 80 square feet each and per- taining to the use conducted on the premises, may be erected on the site. 4. Prior to occupancy of the proposed pizza restaurant, the applicant_shall have the kitchen facilities in the storage building at the rear of the property removed, and the building inspected by the City Building In- spector, and the building shall thereafter be main- tained and used only for storage purposes. 5. A masonry wall, 5 to 6 feet in height, shall be installed along the southerly section of the westerly boundary of the property. 6. The existing two parcels of land constituting the sub- ject property shall have a clause recorded in the title of each parcel, giving the legal description of the other parcel and a statement included indicating that the two parcels are joined and shall remain under one ownership unless otherwise approved by the City of Rosemead. A copy of such recorded documents shall be submitted to the Planning Department for the record. 0 PC December 3, 1968 Page Four ZONE VARIANCE NO. 57 (Continued) 7. This Zone Variance shall not become effective until the applicant and owner has filed a signed Affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions with the City Planning Depart- ment. 8. It is further declared and made a condition of this Variance that if any condition hereunder is violated or if any other applicable statute or ordinance is violated in the development hereunder, this Va: shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation and has failed to do so within a period of thirty days. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter and Larson Nos: Commissioners: Schymos Absent: Commissioners: None A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING A ZONE VARIANCE: CASE NUMBER 57. Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter that Resolution No. 68 -16 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes; Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter and Larson Nos: Commissioners: Schymos Absent: Commissioners: None (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter and unanimously carried that Conditonal Use Permit No. 26 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The subject property may be developed, operated and maintained as a pizza restaurant, including the serving of beer and wine with meals, provided the property is developed and maintained substantially as indicated on the approved revised plot plan marked "Exhibit A - Revised" and as otherwlse specifically permitted herein and otherwise only as req_+.ired and permitted in the Rosemead Zoning Ordinance (Ord. 112). The revised plan shall indicate the required masonry wall and the location of the required parking area lighting, to staff satisfaction. 0 0 PC December 3, 1968 Page Five CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.. 26 (Continued) 2. The sale and consumption of beer and wine with meals on the premises is permitted subject to such valid li - censes and permits as are required by the City and the State for the operation of said use. 3. This Use Permit shall not become effective until the applicant and owner has filed a signed Affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions with the City Planning Department. 4. It is further declared and made a condition of this Permit that if any condition hereunder is violated or if any other applicable statute or ordinance is violated in the development hereunder, this Permit shall be suspended and the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse; provided that the applicant has been given written notice to cease such violation and has failed to do so within a period of thirty days. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: CASE NO. 26 Attorney Joehnck presented the resolution by title only. (MO) (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second by Commissioner Floe, and unaniiRously carried, that further reading be waived. It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter that Resolution No. 68 -17 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF STUDIES AND COMMITTEES, PROCEDURE, ASSIGNMENTS, REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS. Planning Director Hersh reviewed the status of the Planning Commission committees and studies and suggested establish- ment of a Commission policy for the formation of a General Plan Revisions Committee and a Zoning Regulations Amendments Committee to be continuing committees with activity initiated when needed. Mr. Farrell commented that some subjects, such as R -1 and R -2 uses in R -3 and R -4 zones, need extensive study and perhaps afield trip and that joint sessions with the Counci would be valuable in such instances. Ll PC December 3, 196E Page Six 0 !TEN NO. 9 (Continued) (MO) !t was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second by Commissioner Hunter and unanimously carried that the policy be adopted to study all matters relating to planning, zoning and subdivisions as the need required; that the Commission .establish a General Plan Revisions Committee, and a Zoning Regulations Committee, and that members be appointed to these committees; and a re- - luest for concurrence with this policy be made to the City Council. Chairman La -son appointed the following committee members: Commissioners Hunter and Dauer to the R -I and R -2 uses Com- mittee. Commissioners Hunter and Dauer to the C -M Zone Committee Commissioners Dauer and Schymos to the Move -In Committee Commissioners Larson and Floe to the General Plan Revisions Committee. Commissioners Schymos and Floe to the Zoning Regulations C'mcndments Committee. Chairman Larson left a vacancy in the Commission Policies and Standards Committee to keep it inactive until the Sub- division Ordinance is adopted. 10. REVIEW OF ZONING ORDINANCE - Conditional Use Permits - Any Zone Section 9124.1 - 16 Radio, microwave and tele- vision transmitters and broadcasting stations, including amateur and professional. Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data report stating that Mr. Thomas was an amateur "ham" operator ordered to cease operation of his radio or acquire a Conditional Use Permit. Hersh stated he had received a letter from an attorney on behalf of Mr. Thomas including background and facts pertaining to the subject and requesting some so-tof solution to the problem. Mr. Hersh went on to say that no useful purpose is served in requiring a Use Permit for ama- teur operators since there are very few conditions that could be applied not now covered by the Federal Ccmmunications Commission which preempts the field. That some control over antennae would be enough to control the situation if it could be simple, fast, matter- of- ;vy7se and inexpensive. Attorney Joehnck stated there had been extensive research on this subject and the only limitation needed is something regulating erection of the antenna and he found the staff recommendation deleting the wor! 'amateur" appropriate. Mr. Farrell commented the Commission might consider some control over appearance and safety features in the erection and maintenance of antennas. • PC December 3, 1968 Page Seven ITEM NO. 10 (Continued) 9 Chairman Larson suggested this matter be taken under study and be discussed in depth at a future meeting. Mr. Hersh was requested to deliver to the Commission copies of a NIMLO Model Ordinance on antennae, mentioned by Attorney Joehnck. ]]..West San Gabriel Valley Council Meeting - December 13, 1968 - A. Woody and Eddy's Restaurant - Noon - Speaker: ICrushkhov on the subject of Local Planning in the next four years. Planning Director Hersh informed the Committion of the special Christmas luncheon and urged the members to attend, Commissioners Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson and Schymos and Administrative/Assistant Street indicated they would like reservations made. B. Planning Director Hersh announced the Southern California Planning Congress Meeting on December 12, 1968 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Commissioner Floe, Hunter, Larson and Schymos indicated they would like reservations made. C. Mr. Hersh stated that he had been approached by three separate property owners desiring a division of their property and that in these instances the division of the land would not be objectionable, since they would not involve tandem or flag lots. Mr. Hersh suggested that the Commission request the Council pass an urgency ordinance amending the moratorium to allow the divis.ion of property into four or fewer parcels, provided there is at least 50 feet of street frontage for each parcel; sufficient square ,footage in each parcel as required by the zoning ordinance, and that no parcel be approved with suffi- cient area to be divided again. Discussion by the Commission included the validity of these requests since it was not intended to close off lots with street frontage. ;MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter that the Commission request the Council adoption of an urgency ordinance to amend the ordinance on the mora- torium of lot splits. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Noes: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None 0 PC December 3, 1968 Page Eight 0 12. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO !DISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION. Councilman Pike addressed Mr. Dauer, congratulating him on his appointment as a Planning Commissioner. There being no further business, Chairman Larson adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M.