PC - 2002 - 31 - Approving Conditional Use Permit 02-870, Allowing the Issuance of Off-sale Beer and Wine (Type 20) ABC License in Conjunction with Mini-mart and Gasoline Station in CBD-DPC RESOLUTION 02 -31
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 02 -870, ALLOWING THE
ISSUANCE OF AN OFF -SALE BEER AND WINE (TYPE 20) ABC LICENSE
IN CONJUNCTION WITH A MINI -MART AND GASOLINE STATION IN
THE CBD -D; CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT WITH A DESIGN
OVERLAY ZONE, LOCATED AT 89(,0 VALLEY BOULEVARD (APN: 5390-
012 -063).
W H EREAS, on April 8, 2002, Sung Mo Fla, d.b.a. Rosemead Valley Mart, Inc., of 1016 El
Vago Street, La Canada, California, 9 101 1, filed a conditional use permit application for the issuance
of an off-sale beer and wine (Type 20) ABC license in conjunction with a mini -mart and gas station
located at 8960 Valley Boulevard; and
WHEREAS, 8960 Valley Boulevard is located in the CBD -D; Central Business District with
a Design Overlay Zoning District; and .
WII EREAS, Section 17.1 12.030.9 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) permits the off -
sale of alcoholic beverages upon the granting of a conditional use permit, and
WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and Section
17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to approve,
conditionally approve or deny conditional use permits; and
WHEREAS, Sections 17.1 12.010 ofthe Rosemead Municipal Code specifies the criteria by
which a conditional use permit may be granted; and
WHEREAS, on May 23, 2002, 24 notices were sent to property owners within a 300 -foot
radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in 12 public locations, specifying the
availability of the application, plus the date, time and location of the public hearing for Conditional
Use Permit 02 -870, and
WHEREAS, on June 3, 2002, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised
public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Conditional Use Permit 02 -870; and
WHEREAS,.the Rosemead Planning Commission lias sufficiently considered all testimony
presented to them in order to make the following determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Rosemead as follows:
SECTION 1 . The Planning Commission HEREBY DETERMINES that Conditional Use
Permit 02 -870 is Categorically Exempt from environmental review as a Class 9 Exemption pursuant
to Section 15309 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
SECTION 2 . The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 according to the Criteria of Chapter
17.1 12.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
A. The project is essential and desirable to the public convenience or welfare.
FINDING: As City policy, a new operator must obtain a CUP in order for the issuance of an
off -sale sale beer and wine alcohol license for a mini -mart with a gas station. This site will be operated
in accordance with applicable City regulations, and is in conformity with the development in and
around the project site.
B. The project is in conformity with the elements and objectives of the General Plan and
Zoning Codes.
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FINDING: The proposed use is located within an established commercial district of the City,,
and is designated Commercial in the General Plan. The proposed use is in conformity with the
General Plan, in that the policies of the General Plan encourage complementary uses that will
contribute to the economic well being of the commercial areas of the City.
C. The project will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties.
FINDING: The proposed use will not endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the
surrounding properties as conditions of approval have been incorporated upon the issuance of this
permit. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control has found that there will not be an "over -
concentration" of,off -sale beer and wine alcohol licenses within the census tract of the subject
property.
SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Conditional Use Permit 02-
870, to allow the issuance of an off -sale beer and wine (Type 20) ABC license in conjunction with a
mini -mart and gas station, on property located at 8960 Valley, Boulevard, subject to conditions listed
in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 4 . This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning Commission on
June 3, 2002, by the following vote:
YES: LOI, ALARCON, BREEN 11I,57/1/16 ORnZ
NO:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECTION 5 : The secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall transmit
copies of same to the applicant and the Rosemead City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 17 ° i day of June, 2002.
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Loi, Chairman
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy ofa resolution adopted by the Planning Commission
of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 17th day of June 2002 by the
vote:
YES: LOI, ALARCON, BRL-EN� /y�2q/ Ok7
NO:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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Rosemead Planning Commission
Conditional Use Permit 02 -870
June 03, 1002
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 02 -870
8960 East Valley Boulevard
(Mobile Gas Station)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
June 03, 2002
1. Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 is approved for an off -sale beer and wine (Type 20) ABC
license in conjunction with a mini -mart in accordance with the plan marked Exhibit `B ".
Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for review and approval by the
Planning Department.
2. Approval of Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 shall not take effect for any purpose until the
applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead an notarized affidavit stating that he /she is
aware of and accepts all of the conditions set forth in the letter of approval and this list of
conditions.
3. Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 is approved for a period of one (1) year. Applicant shall
make progress towards initiation of proposed use or request 30 days prior to expiration
from the Planning Commission. Otherwise Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 shall become
null and void.
4. All conditions of approval under Conditional Use Permit 95 -657 and Design Review 95-
66 shall be adhered to.
5. The applicant shall comply with all Federal, State and local laws relative to the approved
use including the requirements of the, Planning, Building, Fire, .Sheriff and Health
Departments:
6. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all fees payable under State Law shall be paid.
7. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to
monitor progress.
8. All roof top appurtenances and equipment shall adequately be screened from view to the
satisfaction of the Planning Department.
9. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least 6" tall with a minimum character width
of 1/4 ", contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the street.. The
location, color and size of such sign shall be subject to the approval of the Planning
Director.
10. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or 'adjacent to the public
right -of -way.
11. A permanent maintenance program of all landscaping shall be provided insuring regular
irrigation, fertilization and weed abatement.
12. _ The hours of operation shall be posted in the front, window or door. Hours of operations
shall be limited to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
13. Window signage area shall be limited to a maximum of 15% of the window and door
area: Applicant shall remove that signage which exceeds the 15% coverage area.
14. Signs shall comply with Chapter 17.104 of the Rosemead Municipal Code. Specifically,
signs shall not cover more than 15% of window area or 25% of wall areas. All signs
must comply with Section 17.104.080 regarding identification of the business in English.
Rosemead Planning Commission
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June 03, 2002
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15. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans
subsequently submitted to the planning and building departments for review.
16. All trash, rubbish, and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, inspected, and
maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
17. The site shall be maintained in a graffiti -free state. Any new graffiti shall be removed
within twenty -four (24) hours. A 24 -hour, Graffiti Hotline can be called at (626) 307-
0463 for assistance.
18. The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed and litter free state in accordance with
Sections 8.32.010 - 8.32.040 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, which pertains to the
storage, accumulation, collection, and disposal of garbage, rubbish, trash, and debris. All
trash containers shall be stored in the appropriate trash enclosure at all times.
19. Adequate lighting shall be provided in the vehicle parking area. All exterior lighting
shall be directed away from adjacent properties and shielded on all sides.
20. The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re- painted
periodically to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. In
accordance with Chapter 17.84 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, all designated parking
venues shall be striped. Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly
manner.'
21. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section § 22261.8, at least two (2) percent of the
required parking stalls shall be designated for space. A letter by the property
owner shall be given to the city authorizing enforcement.
22. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six (6) inches tall with a minimum
character width of /e inches contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's street level.
The location, color, and size of such signs shall be subject to the planning director's
approval.
23. The parking space markers— including double striping, wheel stops, and handicapped- -
shall be repainted periodically to city standards and to the satisfaction of the planning
department.
24. The applicant shall keep the electrical and mechanical equipment and /or emergency exits
free of any debris, storage, furniture, etc and maintain a minimum clearance of five (5) .
feet.
25. Any changes to the condition of operation listed in this Exhibit "A" must be first
approved by the Planning Commission through a modification application. The Planning
Commission through a design review must first approve exterior changes to this site.
26. Violation of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or the initiation of
revocation proceedings.
27. The applicant shall comply with Ordinance No. 567, which requires the posting of a sign
prohibiting consumption of alcoholic beverages adjacent to the premises within parking
lots and public sidewalks. Size, location, and material of such signs shall be subject to
the planning director's approval.
28. Conditional Use Permit 02 -870 is for an off -sale beer & wine (Type 20) ABC license in
conjunction with a mini -mart and gas station. All requirements and appropriate licenses
of the State of California and The California State Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Control shall be complied with and maintained at all times.