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PC - Minutes - 05-20-69i {y 1 • MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 20 1969 I regular meeting of the Rosemead Planning Commission was called to order by Chairman Larson at 7:38 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER Commissioner Dauer led the Pledge of Allegiance. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Floe. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Absent: Commissioners: None Ex Officio: Director of Planning - Al Hersh Administrative Assistant. City Attorney - Bob Jeohnck Secretary - Foy Burton 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - May 6, 1969 Chairman Larson pointed out that on page eight, Item 10 should read "Chairman Larson asked Mr. Hersh what progress was being made......" (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Dauer, second by Commissioner Floe and unanimously carried that the minutes of May 6, 1969 be approved as corrected. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION. NONE PUBLIC HEARING 5: ZONING FOR ANNEXATION NO. 36.- A -1 to R -1 Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data. Chairman Larson asked that anyone wishing to testify to please rise and be sworn in. There was no response. Chairman Larson declared the public hearing open at 7:44 P.M. There being no proponents or opponents, Chairman Larson closed the public hearing immediately. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter that a recommendation be made to the City Council recommending approval of the zone change after annexation of the subject property to the City of Rosemead. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson ✓; Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None 0 0 PC May 20, 1969 Page Two ZONING FOR ANNEXATION NO. 36 (Continued) RESOLUTION NO. 69 -8. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY BE CHANGED FROM A -1 to R -l. Attorney Joehnck presented this Resolution by title only. o (M0; It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69••8 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None 6. ZONE CHANGE NO. 37 - R -2 to C -3 - 9304 Mission Drive - Moose Lodge. Mr. Hersh presented the factual data. Planning Director Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing to testify. Chairman Larson delcared the Public Hearing open at 7:50 P.M. PROPONENTS: 1. Mr. George Russell Lancaster, 9304 Mission Drive, addressed the Commission stating the property to be purchased by the Moose Lodge would be used for parking, and that the old motel buildings would be torn down. The small remainder of the property to be de.veleped for a minor commercial use. 2. Mr. Verne Rodgers, Officer of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge, addressed the Commission stating the removal of the old motel and landscaped parking use of the property would be an addition to the beautification of Rosemead. OPP ONENTS : NONE Chairman Larson closed the public hearing at 7:53. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos,second by Commissioner Floe that Zone Change No. 37 be approved and a recommendation for approval be made to the City Council. ROLL CALL VOTE:. Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None 0 PC May 20, 1969 Page Three ZONE CHANGE N0. 37 (Continued; 0 RESOLUTION NO. 69 -9. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD THAT CERTAiN PP.OPEiIY, ZONE CHANGE NO. 37, BE CHANGED FROM R -2 to C -3. Atto m ey Joehnck presented this Resolution by titie only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69-9 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos 8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 23 - Alhambra Neuropsychiatric Hospital - 22 bed hospital addition - 4619 Rosemead Boulevard. Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data. Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing to testify. Chairman Larson declared the Public Hearing open at 8:08 P.M. PROPO NENTS: Mr. James Conte, Administrator of the Alhambra Neuropsychiatric Hospital, addressed the Commission concerning the hope that they had been and will continue to be good neighbors, that the property value had certainly increased, that they had I had problems with patients roaming the area, and that the proposed office building would be closer to the residents than the patient facility. He also stated that the only drawback of the hospital at present was the poor appearance and this is proposed to be corrected. He stated the hospital had been located on this site in 1925, 44 years ago. 2. Mr. John Pozza, 149 Orange Street, San Gabriel, owner of the Sands Cafe property stated the proposed development would improve the area greai:ly and that the hospital is an asset to Rosemead. 3. Mr. Arthur Barnes, 3902 East Fourth Street, Long Beach, owner of the property directly sou-Ch of the hospital, stated he would like to see the pro; -)::ty developed and cleaned up, that it was sure to improva the area. OPPONENTS: 1. Mr. Gordon Skinner, 4628 Ivar Avenue, addressed the Com- mission stating the patients were hazardous, constantly invading neighboring homes, that some sort of limit should be placed on the expansion of the hospital and that it would be best if the developers bought 40 acres in the couns:ry end moved their facility out of Roseme =.d. PC May 20, 1969 Page Four CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 28 (Continued) 0 2. Mrs. Loretta Kruse, 4602 Ivar, stated she was opposed to the expansion and inquired as to where the proposed Lower Azusa extension would meet Ivar Avenue. 3. Mr. William Stoutamyer, 4633 Ivar Avenue, stated that the patients were noisy and were often found on the property of surrounding neighbors. 4. Mrs. Hoover stated she wanted to go on record as agreeing with Mr. Skinner. 5. Mr. Riolo, property owner directly behind Sands Restaurant stated the area did not need such a large hospital. Chairman Larson closed the public hearing at 8 :26 P.M. Discussion by the Commission included relationship of protestants to subject property, possibility of a prior agreement mentioned by Mr. Skinner limiting expansion of the hospital, uniform fencing of the property, with block wall on westerly line, and the possibility of reviewing the complete history of the development. Mr. Hersh pointed out the County had not been able to provide a case on the site. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second by Commissioner Larson, that Conditional Use Permit No. 28 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Applicant shall submit a revised plot plan for staff approval in accord with Planning Commission request, and shall develop and maintain the requested use and the property substantially as indicated on the approved revised plot plan marked "Exhibit A - Revised ". 2. All new walls and required parking and landscaping shall be installed prior to occupancy of the new 22 bed addition and the proposed professional office building. 3. All landscaped areas shall be provided with sprinkler systems, and landscaping shall be continuously maintained. 4. It is hereby declared to be the intent of this Permit that if any provision thereof is held and declared to be invalid, the same shall be void and all of the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse, unless the Planning Commission, upon application and good cause appearing therefore, determines otherwise. 5. It is further declared and made a condition of this Permit that if any condition hereunder is violated or if any other applicable law, statute, or ordinance is violated in the development hereunder, this Permit shall be.sispended 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 (30) days. 0 1 • PC May 20, 1969 Page Five CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 28 (Continued) 6. Subject property shall otherwise be developed in accord with applicable standards and policies of the Planning Com- mission and the regulations of the City Zoning Ordinance. 7. Applicant /owner shall submit to the Planning Department an Affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions prior to the issuance of any building permit. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Floe, Hunter, Larson, & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: Dauer Absent: Commissioners: None RESOLUTION NO. 69 -10. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: CASE NUMBER 28. Attorney Joehnck presented this Resolution by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Schymos, that further reading be waived and Resolution No., 69-10 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None Chairman Larson declared a recess at 8:44 P.M. Chairman Larson reconvened the meeting at 8:56 P.M. 8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0. 29 - First Baptist Church of Rose- mead - Relocation of parochial high school - 8618 Mission Drive. 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 9:04 P.M. PROPONENTS: 1. Mr. Jack Green, Principal of Maranatha High School, stated the school wished to remain in Rosemead, that the school does not normally have evening activities, that the students use the recreational facilities at Garvey Park, and reviewed the academic record of the school. 2. Mr. Richard Norris, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Maranatha High School, stated the high school did plan to expand in the future but that they hoped to have their own piece of property. 0 PC May 20., 1969 Page Six CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 29 (Continued) 0 3. Mr. Don Bowlin, Property Director of the Board of Trustees of the First Baptist Church, stated the funds from the leasing would help improve the church property. OPPONENTS: 1. Mr. Robert Benesh, 4461 La Presa, stated he was opposed to the school at that location as it would generate noise and create more traffic in the area.. 2: Mr. Ora S. Richards, 8 0 610 Mission Drive, stated she was opposed to this proposal on the basis of location and lack of accreditation by the State.. 3. Mr. Junior C. Ashley, 3371 Corrida Drive, Covina, felt there should be a block wall between his property and the school property. 4. Mrs. Larry Sovern, 4453 La Presa, stated a high school should not be located so close to residences. 5. Mr. Larry Sovern, 4453 La Presa, stated he was in opposi- tion to the school as there might be the possibility of of the school expanding south towards his property.. 6. Mrs. York, 8609 Rio Dell, stated she felt there would be • parking problem as there are only 45 parking spaces for • potential 125 students. Planning Director Hersh replied the parking to be in accord with City regulations. Chairman Larson closed the public hearing at 9:50 P.M. Dicussion by the Commission included number of Rosemead students served by the school, fencing of the property, possible noise from the school, adequacy of the parking facilities, lunch facilities, and length of time the school would be using this property. Mr. Lee McCarty, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the First Baptist Church, stated the lease would be on a yearly basis with an option at the end of five years. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Dauer that Conditional Use Permit No. 29 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the Maranatha Christian High School, located in the education and chapel facilities of the First Baptist Church of Rosemead, shall not serve a student enrollment in excess of 125 students. 2. That the grant for this use shall be for a five (5) year pe;•`od, and said grant shall expire on May 20, 1974. 0 0 PC May 20, 1969 Page Seven CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 29 (Continued) 3. It is hereby declared to be the intent of this Permit that if any provision thereof is held and declared to be invalid, the same shall be void and all of the privileges granted hereunder shall lapse, unless the Planning Commission, upon application and good cause appearing therefore, determines otherwise. 4. It is further declared and made a condition of this Permit that if any condition hereunder is violated or if any other applicable law, 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 (30) days. 5. Subject property shall otherwise be developed in accord with applicable standards and policies of the Planning Commission and the regulations of the City Zoning Ordinance. 6. Applicant /owner shall submit to the Planning Department an Affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Nos: Commissioners: Absent: Commissioners: RESOLUTION NO. 69 -11. OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CASE NUMBER 29. Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos None None 4 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT: Attorney Joehnck presented this Resolution by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner Hunter, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69 -11 be adopted. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None Attorney Joehnck reviewed the appeal procedure forthe applicants and the protestants. UNFINISHED BUSINESS NONE NEW BUSINESS 9. PLOT PLAN NO. 411 - Revised - Durwood 4 -Plex Theater - Rosemead Square Shopping Center - Design Overlay. Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data. PC May 20, 1965` Page Eight PLOT PLAN NO: 1 411- Revised (Continued) 0 Administrative Assistant Steve Street stated the administrative staff's feeling was that the original intention of the shopping center should be carried out in that emphasis should be put on the development of retail businesses, and that parking would be a problem leading directly to a need for relief from zoning requirements for parking. Mr. Gil Gilbert of GRG and Associates and Mr. Paul Crane, attorney for GRG and Associates were present. Mr. Gilbert addressed the Commission stating that they were anxious to begin on the theater, that they had tried unsuc- cessfully to locate a market or variety store type use for that location, and felt the theater would be an asset to the center. Mr. Crane addressed the Commission about the signed leases for a theater and the Eileen Feather Salon held by the applicants, the desire to proceed quickly, availability of adequate parking for the use requested, and the fact the use requested is permitted in this zone. Mr. Hersh stated the applicants should possibly apply for a zone variance requesting a modification of parking requirements as the shopping center will have a parking deficiency of approximately 231 spaces when all the businesses are located on the building pads available. Mr, Hersh also stated that another possibility would be for the Commission to make a recommendation to the City Council recommending an urgency ordinance to prohibit theaters and reducing salons in the C -3 Zone in order to give the Commission and staff a tool for use in trying to achieve retail business in the center. (MO) After some discussion in which the Commission expressed the thought that the uses are permitted, that parking is available for the uses, and that if later development does not receive a variance, the uses could not be established, it was moved by Commissioner Hunter, second by Commissioner Dauer, that Plot Plan No. 411- Revised be tabled until the next meeting to allow the Commission time to study the matter. ROLL CALL VOTE: Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson ✓; Schymos Nos: Commissioners: None Absent: Commissioners: None Chairman Larson declared a recess at 11:25 P.M. Chairman Larson reconvened the meeting at 11 :32 P.M. 10. Discussion of the deposit being held undar conditions of approval of Plot Plan No. ;29 (Modification) Mr. Hersh stated that during the recess he had discussed the matter with Mr. McKeon and it had been agreed that the matter could be resolved with Mr. Hersh and Mr. McKeon working to- gether and that the request be withdrawn to allow time to work out the problem, •` i • PC May 20, 1969 Page Nine MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF 11. Mr. Hersh stated assistance was needed to arrange details for the Rosemead 1, osted Planning Congress meeting on June 12th. Commissioners Schymos and Hunter stated they would help in any way they could and would contact Mr. Hersh to make arrangements. 12. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION. NONE There being no further business, Chairman Larson adjourned the the meeting at 11:42 P.M.