PC - Minutes - 05-06-69PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
MAY 6, 1969
A regular meeting of the Rosemead Planning Commission was cal ied to
order by Chairman Larson at 7:33 P.M. in the Council Chambers of
City Nall, M3 8 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Schymos
Chairman Larson delivered the Invocation.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos
Absent: Commissioners: None
Ex Officio: Director of Planning - Al Hersh
Administrative Assistant - Steve Street
City Attorney - Bob Joehnck
Secretary - Foy Burton
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- h.pri1 15, 1969
Commissioner Dauer stated that in Item 10, Election of Officers,
the seconds to the Vice Chairman and Secretary nominations
should be stricken.
Chairman Larson stated on page two, third paragraph, the
item should read "....Zone Change No. 36 be changed from..."
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Dauer, second by Commissioner
Schymos and unanimously carried that the minutes of April
15, 1969 be approved as corrected.
4.. TIME RESERVED FOR PERSONS IN THE AUDIENCE WHO ',DISH TO ADDRESS
THE COMMISSION.
NONE
PUBLIC HEARING
5. NONE
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6.. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 27 - 4715 Rosemead Boulevard - Day
school for retarded children - Retarded Childrens Association
of San Gabriel Valley.
Planning Director Hersh reviewed the factual data and presented
one additional suggested condition..requiring a six foot high
masonry yell on the north, south,.and west property lines.
Mr. Hersh administered the Oath to those persons wishing to
testify.
Chairman Larson declared the public hearing open at 7:44 P.M.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 27 (Continued)
PROPONENTS
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1. Diana Schmidt, 9417 La Rosa Drive, Temple City, speaking
for the Temple City Junior Womans Club, stated the or-
ganization had been involved with the school for several
years, had 'helped in the classes, and made contributions
to the school. She stated the children were outdoors
a maximum of 30 minutes each day. Mrs. Schmidt also
stated the club is planning to give time, money and talent
to the school at its proposed new site, and they feel
that even a five year permit would greatly benefit the
children.
Margot Strombotre, 9131 Leroy,San Gabriel, stated she had
never had any problem with the children, that they were
no noisier than other children, and that she would much
prefer to have a nursery school for a neighbor than a
run -down or noisy home.
Mrs. Alice Ferl, 8652. Edmond Drive, Rosemead, stated that
even though the organization was new to her, she was im-
pressed with the work that could be done with the children
and that Rosemead should be proud to have an organization,
like this.
4. Mr. Drane volunteer member of the Association, thanked
the Commission for their time and consideration
OPPONENTS
1: Mr. Larry Vanni, Attorney at Law 214 Garfield, Monterey
Park addressed the Commission stating he represented
Mr. and Mrs. John Doherty, that they were not opposed to
the purpose of the school, merely the location, that
Possibly the granting of this permit would deprive a
citizen of a valuable property right, and that the use
may be incompatible with/the General Plan. Mr. Vanni also
stated that Mr. Doherty would be most adversly affected
by the school, that there was the possibility that the
property could not be sold for residential purposes and
the market value of the property may be depressed. He
stated there should be another property more suitable
for the Association to use.
Chairman Larson declared the public hearing closed at 8:09 P.M.
Attorney Joehnck stated that if there were no objections
all exhibits would be made a part of the record. There were
no objections.
Commissioner Schymos stated that he had compassion for the
children but it was the Commission's duty to find the best
use for the property and the children, that in regard to
the wall the children should not be locked behind a wall and
that the school would be in direct conflict with the long
range General Plan.
Commissioner Hunter stated that most of the discussion con-
cerned protecting neighbors against the children, that the
children should be considered and protected from the traffic
and loud roaring noises of trucks using the underpass on
Rosemead Boulevard.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 27 (Continued)
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(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second by Commissioner
Hunter that Conditional Use Permit No. 27 be denied on the basis
that it would create a hardship on the adjoining property owners.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Hunter and Schymos
Nos: Commissioners: Floe, Dauer, and Larson
Absent: Commissioners: None
Commissioner Dauer stated he felt property values improved
as the properties surrounding a property improved, and that
the property owner of the subject property would not be
exempt from property taxes.
Commissioner Floe stated the suggested wall should have a
gate in the front for access and that reconsideration of the
site could be taken at the expiration of five years if the
case were approved.
Chairman Larson stated he felt the school would be a good
neighbor, and that it was very doubtful there would be a
depreciation in property, values.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Floe, second by Commissioner
Dauer that Conditional Use Permit No. 27 be approved on the
basis that the finding and fact of the staff are acceptable,
that it would be in accord with the General Plan, and that
the proposed development would have no detrimental affect
to the surrounding area, subject to the following conditions:
1. Applicant shall submit revised plot plan marked "Exhibit
A - Revised" in accord with Commission request showing
required walls, gates and parking. Subject property shall
thereafter be developed substantially in accord with
approved plans marked "Exhibit A - Revised ".
2. The curved driveway and off - street parking spaces shall be
provided as indicated and approved on the revised plan.
The two existing large trees on the front lawn be retained
and maintained.
3. The day school facilities shall be developed and operated
in accord with applicable State and County requirements
for mentally retarded children.
4. Applicants shall bring electric wiring and heating equip-
ment in the subject building to Building Code requirements.
5. Applicants shall install a separate second toilet facility
to code requirements in the subject building.
6. Applicants shall equip the subject building with fire
extinguishers and equipment as recommended by the Fire
Department.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 27 (Continued)
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7. Applicants shall submit a request for an Occupancy Permit
to the Building Department ($25.00 fee) and shall comply
with all corrections ordered by the Building Department
and Fire Department.
8. All play yards and equipment shall be established and
maintained in fenced and screened areas to the side and
rear of the existing building.
9. The appearance of the existing building shall be improved
by necessary repairs and painting of the exterior.
10. No signs may be erected on the site other than an unlighted
one foot by four foot identification sign, mounted at the
front entry of the building, stating the name or name and
use of the subject day school facility.
11. This Conditional Use Permit shall expire in five (5) years,
on April 30, 1974, and all grants and approval for the re-
quested day school for mentally retarded children shall
terminate and the operation cease on or before said date.
12. The day school facilities shall be limited to the training
and education of not more than fifteen mentally retarded
children between the ages of two (2) through twelve (12)
years.
13. Hours of operation for the approved day school for mentally
retarded children shall be limited to the hours of 9:00 A.M.
to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday each week.
14. The applicants shall establish a six (6) foot high decorative
masonry wall along the north and west property lines of the
subject property, and along the south property line where
no masonry wall now exists. The required wall shall, how-
ever, not exceed a height of four (4) feet for the first
twenty (20) foot length of the easterly and of the wall
along the north property line. Gates shall be established
in the wall or fence between the house and the north and
south walls on the property lines. The required masonry
wall along the north, south and west property lines shall
be installed prior to occupancy of the building.
15. 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 Com-
mission, upon application and good cause appearing therefore,
determines otherwise.
16. 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
days.
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 27 (Continued)
17. 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.
18. Applicant /owner shall submit to the Planning Department
an Affidavit of Acceptance of Conditions.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe & Larson
Nos: Commissioners: Hunter & Schymos
Absent: Commissioners: None
RESOLUTION NO. 69-7. A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERtii :
CASE M0, 27.
Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second by Commissioner
Floe, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69 -7
be adopted.
ROLL CELL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos
Nos: Commissioners: None
Absent: Commissioners: None
Chairman Larson declared a recess at 8:29 P.M.
Chairman Larson reconvened the meeting at 8:35 P.M.
NEW BUSINESS
Attorney Joehnck requested that Item No. 9 be taken up at
this time as he would have to leave shortly.
9. ZONING FOR ANNEXATION NO. 36 - A -1 ZONE TO R -1 ZONE
Planning Director Hersh presented his report and a recommenda-
tion for approval.
After discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Schymos, second
by Commissioner Dauer, that the zoning be approved and recom-
mended for approval to the City Council. Attorney Joehnc'<
interjected, stating this proposed zone change would have to
be handled by a public hearing procedure.
The- item was set aside to be placed on the next agenda to
allow time to advertise the case for a public hearing.
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7. PLOT PLAN NO. 416 - Minor Division of Land - 8800 Ramona
Boulevard - Schultz Brothers Construction.
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Mr. Willard Schultz, developer, and Mr. Burl Blue, owner of
the property,were present to answer any questions from the
Commission.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Dauer, second by Commissioner
Schymos that Plot Plan No. 416 be approved subject to the
following conditions:
1. Subject property shall be divided and developed sub-
stantially as indicated on the plot plan marked "Exhibit
A ". The existing dwelling shall remain and the existing
garage relocated as shown on the plot plan marked "Exhibit
A
2. Applicant /owner shall dedicate the front four feet of
the Muscatel Avenue frontage and a corner cut -off area
with a 25 foot radius for street purposes, and shall
dedicate a five foot wide easement, for street tree
and utility purposes, abutting the Muscatel and Ramona
Boulevard frontages. This easement not to be construed
as reducing the area of the lots.
3. The applicant shall secure the necessary permits and
install a four and one half foot wide sidewalk and a
driveway approach on the Ramona Boulevard frontage;
new curb, gutter, sidewalk and driveway approaches on
the Muscatel Avenue frontage, with a curb return at
the corner. All improvements shall be in accord with
City standards.
4. The applicant shall secure the necessary permits and
install two street trees (Jacaranda) on the Ramona Boule-
vard frontage of Lot 1, and three street trees (Pink Crepe
Myrtle) on the Muscatel Avenue frontage, one each on lots
1 2 and 3.
5. A refundable deposit in the amount of $1200.00 shall be
submitted to the Planning Department prior to submission
of a Parcel Map or issuance of a building permit, to
guarantee installation of the required improvements.
6. The applicant shall submit a Parcel Map of the approved
minor division of land for processing, final approval
and recordation in accord with the State Subdivision
Map Act; no building permit to be issued before recordation
of the Parcel Map. The applicant shall submit a check
in the sum of $39.00 (made out to Los Angeles County
Engineer) to cover the processing and recordation fees.
7. 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.
8. Applicant /owner shall submit a signed Affidavit of Accep-
tance of Conditions to the Planning Department prior to
issuance of a building permit.
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PLOT PLAN NO. 416 (Continued)
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer,
Nos: Commissioners: None
Absent: Commissioners: None
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Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos
8. PLOT PLAN NO. 417 - Minor Division of Land - First property
east of 8800 Ramona Boulevard - Schultz Brothers Construction.
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
Mr. Willard Schultz, owner and developer, was present to
answer any questions from the Commission.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Hunter, second by Commissioner
Floe, that Plot Plan No. 417 be approved subject to the
following conditions:
1. Subject property shall be divided and developed sub-
stantially as indicated on the approved plot plan
marked "Exhibit A ".
2. Applicant shall secure the necessary permits and install
sidewalk, driveway approaches and two street trees
(Jacaranda) to City Standards. A refundable deposit
in the amount of $500.00 shall be submitted to the
Planning Department prior to submission of the required
Parcel Map or issuance of a building permit to guarantee
the required improvements.
3. The applicant shall submit a Parcel Map of the approved
minor division of land for processing, final approval
and recordation in accord with the State Subdivision
Map Act; no building permit to be issued before recorda-
tion of the Parcel Map. The applicant shall submit a
check in the sum of $;6.00 (made out to Los Angeles
County Engineer) to cover the processing and recordation
fees.
4. 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.
5. Applicant /owner shall submit a signed Affidavit of /Accep-
tance of Conditions to the Planning Department prior
to issuance of a building permit.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
Ayes: Commissioners: Dauer, Floe, Hunter, Larson & Schymos
Nos: Commissioners: None
Absent: Commissioners: None
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MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
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10. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE.
Chairman Larson asked Mr. Hersh was progress was being made
on the revision of the proposed Subdivision Ordinance and
when the Commission might expect to receive a revised copy
of the ordinance.
Mr. Hersh stated he would like one month in which to prepare
a - rough draft to submit to the Commission, that he is working
on the corrections decided by the Committee, and that just
the typing alone was a time problem.
It was agreed by the Commission that staff would have a draft
of the proposed Subdivision Ordinance ready to present to the
Commission by June 17.
11. Southern California Planning Congress - Thursday - May 8, 1969 -
7:00 P.M.
Commissioners Floe, Larson and Schymos indicated they would
like reservations made for this meeting.
There being no further business, Chairman Larson adjourned
the meeting at 9: -11 P.M.