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PC - 2002 - 06 - Approving Design Review 01-96 and Conditional Use Permit 01-857 Fort He Development and Operation of a 65-Room Hotel Located at 9512 Valley Blvd0 PC RESOLUTION 02 -06 0 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 01 -96 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01 -857 FORT HE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A 65 -ROOM HOTEL LOCATED AT 9512 VALLEY BOULEVARD IN THE C -31); MEDIUM COMMERCIAL WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY ZONE (APN: 8593- 001-014,-035,-040). WHEREAS, Jeff Chen dba "Comfort Suites Hotel ", 355 W. Norman Avenue, Arcadia, Ca 91007, filed an application for a design review and conditional use permit allowing for the development and operation of a hotel for property located at 9512 Valley Boulevard, on November 29, 2001; and WHEREAS, 9512 Valley Boulevard is located in the C -31); Medium Commercial with a Design Overlay Zoning District; and WHEREAS, Section 17.72.020 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) provides the purpose and standards for a design review; and WHEREAS, Section 17.112.030.020 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) permits operation of a motel in the C -313; Medium Commercial with a Design Overlay Zoning District upon granting of a conditional use permit application approval; 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 permit applications; and WHEREAS, on December 27, 2001, 12 notices were posted in 10 public locations and 48 notices were sent to property owners within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property specifying the availability of the application packet, plus the date, time and location of the public hearing for Design Review 01 -96 and Conditional Use Permit 01 -857; and WHEREAS, on January 7, 2002, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearings to receive oral and written testimony relative to Design Review 01 -96 and Conditional Use Permit 01 -857; and WHEREAS, the Rosemead Planning Commission has 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 Design Review 01- 96 and Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 is limited to certain in -fill development projects in urban areas. Such projects are listed as Class 32 Categorical Exemptions under Section 15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act and local environmental guidelines. Therefore, this project is exempt from environmental review. SECTION 2 . The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Design Review 01 -96 and Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 in accordance with Sections 17.112.030 (20), 17.72.030, and 17.72.020 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows: A. That the conditional use permit applied for is authorized by the provisions of this title; and FINDING This permit carries with it conditions that reflect the operational standards for a hotel/motel in the allowable zoning districts. The requested use has been reviewed for its compliance 0 0 to the standards as set by the municipal code. B. That the granting of such conditional use permit will not adversely affect the established character of the surrounding neighborhood or be injurious to the property or improvement in such vicinity and zone in which the property is located; and FINDING This permit request will not adversely affect the established character of the community because conditions have been incorporated to address possible issues related to the operations of this hotel, establishment. C. That the establishment, maintenance or conduct of the use for which the conditional use permit is sought will not, under the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals, comfort, convenience or welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of such use and will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood; and FINDING: This establishment.will not be detrimental to the public welfare of the adjacent properties and neighborhood. This development was designed to complement the adjacent businesses. D. That the granting of such conditional use permit will not adversely affect the General Plan of the city. FINDING: This permit allowing the operation of a hotel complies with the land use designation of Commercial as set in the General Plan. The requested use was reviewed by the Planning Department and found to be in conformity with the zoning standards of this code and applicable ordinances for such a project. DESIGN REVIEW FINDINGS A. That the proposed plans indicates proper consideration for the relationship between the proposed building and that of the general neighborhood. FINDING: The proposed development has been designed to improve a currently vacant site and will complement the architecture of other structures in the surrounding area. B. That the proposed development indicates the manner in which the site and surrounding properties are protected against noise, vibrations, and other factors which may have an adverse effect on the environment, and the manner of screening mechanical equipment, trash, storage, and loading areas. FINDING: The hours of construction for the proposed development have been limited as to comply with the noise standards indicated in the municipal code. The proposed development will not create impacts that may adversely affect the environment. C. That the proposed project is not at variance with the appearance of other existing buildings and site developments as to cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value; and that the proposed structure is in harmony with the proposed developments in the general area or are within or immediately adjacent to land included within any precise plan which indicates building shape, size, or style. FINDING: City staff has worked with the applicants in the design of the proposed improvements for this site so as not to be at variance with the appearance of other existing buildings and developments as to cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value. D. That the proposed development is in conformity with the standards of this code and other applicable ordinances in so far as the location and appearance of the buildings and structures involved; and 0 0 FINDING: The proposed plans have been extensively reviewed by the Planning Department and are found to be in conformity with the zoning standards of this code and applicable ordinances for such a project. E. Proper consideration has been given to both the functional aspects of the site development, such as automobile and pedestrian circulation, and the visual effect of the development from the view of public streets. FINDING: The subject property's location and high visibility have been taken into consideration in the design of the proposed project. Traffic and pedestrian circulation may be temporarily obstructed only during the construction period of this project. All required public works permits will be obtained. SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Design Review 01 -96 and Conditional Use Permit 01 -857, allowing for the construction and operation of a hotel in the C -313; Medium Commercial with a Design Overlay Zoning District, located at 9512 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 January 7, 2002, by the following vote: YES: ALARCON, ORTIZ, BREEN, LOI, HERRERA NO: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 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 21" day of January, 2002. William Alarcon, Chairman 0 0 CERTIFICATION I, William Crowe, Secretary of the Rosemead Planning Commission, hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 21" day of January 2002, by the following vote: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: William Crowe, Secretary • EXHIBIT "A" DESIGN REVIEW O1 -96 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01 -857 9512 Valley Blvd. (d.b.a. Comfort Suites Hotel) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL January 7, 2002 1 Extension of Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 and Design Review 01 -96 are approved for the operation of a hotel in accordance with the plan marked Exhibit `B" and submitted color elevations and color and material sample boards. Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for review and approval by the Planning Department. 2 Extension of Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 and Design Review 01 -96 shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead a 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, within ten (10) days of approval. Otherwise Conditional Use Permit 00 -815 and Design Review 00 -88 shall become null and void. 3 Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 and Design Review 01 -96 are approved for a one -year period. Applicant shall make progress towards initiation of proposed use or request an extension thirty days prior to expiration from the Planning Commission. 4 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. 5 Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. The conditions listed on this Exhibit "A" shall be copied directly onto development plans submitted to the Planning and Building Departments for review. 7 Occupancy will not be granted until all improvements required by this approval have been completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s). There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment, or trailers. All trash and debris shall be contained within a trash enclosure. The hours of operation shall be posted in the front window or door. Hours of operation shall be limited to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 10 All trash, rubbish and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, and inspected and maintained in a clean, safe and "sanitary condition. I1 The site shall be maintained in clean, weed, litter free state in accordance with Sections 8.32.010, .020, .030, and .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. Any new litter and graffiti shall be removed within twenty -four (24) hours. 12 The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six (6) inches tall with a minimum character width of 1 /< inches, 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. 13 Signs shall comply with Chapter 17.104 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC). Signs shall not'cover more than 25% of the building area or 15% of window area. All signs shall comply with Section 17.104.080 (RMC) regarding identification of the business in English. 14 The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re- painted periodically to ! .0 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. 15 Adequate lighting shall be provided in the parking area. Motion- activated lights shall be installed where deemed appropriate by the Director of Planning. All exterior lighting shall be directed away from adjacent properties and shielded on all sides. 16 Violation of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of revocation proceedings. 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 Pursuant to California Vehicle Code Section 22511.8, at least two (2) percent ofthe required parking stalls shall be designated for handicap space. A letter by the property owner shall be given to the City authorizing enforcement. 19 The parking space markers, including double striping, wheel stops, and handicapped, shall be re- painted periodically to City standards and to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. 20 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. 21 Conditional Use Permit 01 -857 is approved for an occupancy load of six -five (65) rooms for lodging and manager's quarters with 71 parking stalls provided. 22 All designated parking areas shall be striped in accordance with Chapter 17.84 of the Rosemead Municipal Code and the approved plans. Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible and orderly fashion. 23 All open area not covered by concrete, asphalt, or structures shall be landscaped and maintained on a regular basis. 24 Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy through the Planning Department and any applicable City of Rosemead business licenses. 25 The owner and /or operator of any such hotel or motel shall have and maintain only one meter for each utility service to the entire use. 26 Manager's quarters not to exceed one dwelling unit, which complies with the minimum multi- family (R -3) standards as set forth in this code are allowed. 27 A security system shall be designed to the satisfaction of the Sheriffs Department, which shall include surveillance of arrivals, departures, and parking areas from the office and security hardware, cameras, alarms, and lighting. 28 Every hotel and motel shall have an office with a registration desk, and the office shall be located in close proximity to the entry driveway to the street front. 29 Vehicles exceeding eight (80) inches in width shall not be permitted to park in any required parking lot used exclusively for the hotel or motel customers. (Noncommercial) recreational vehicles or motor homes shall be permitted to park in such lots, provided that at least one designated recreational vehicle parking space, which is a minimum of ten (10) feet by thirty (30) feet, is provided for each twenty -five (25) rooms in the hotel or motel complex. 30 Erasures or alterations on the register required by subdivision of this subsection shall not be permitted or made for any purpose, and it shall be unlawful to erase a name or names or address or addresses or to permit such an erasure. • 31 No rooms shall be rented to persons whose occupancy exceeds thirty (30) consecutive days or exceeds thirty (30) days in any sixty (60) consecutive day period. 32 On -site management shall be available twenty -four (24) hours a day. 33 Each guest room shall be provided regularly scheduled maid and housekeeping services. Such services shall be provided at least once every three (3) days during any consecutive occupancy and at least once between each occupancy. 34 In -room telephone service for emergency response purposes shall be provided in all guest rooms. 35 . Persons responsible for renting of a room in any motel or hotel shall provide their name and permanent address, as verified by presentation of a valid driver's license or other valid identification, and the license number, state of license, make, model, and year of any vehicle parked on -site or off -site. The registration information shall also include the dates of occupancy, length of stay, room rate, and if the room is occupied by someone other than the registrant for in excess of thirty (30) days, the name of the occupant of the room. The foregoing information shall be maintained in a register. 36 No person shall write or cause to be written, or knowingly permit to be written in any register in any motel or hotel, any other or different name or designation than the true name of the person registering herein, or the name by which the person is generally known. 37 The register required by Section 15.40.070, shall be maintained in good condition for a period of not less than three years from and after the date of entry. 38 Authorized representatives of the City shall be allowed to inspect the register required by Section 5.42.070, and no owner, operator, nor other person shall deny, prevent, obstruct, or attempt to deny, prevent, or obstruct such authorized representatives to inspect the register during regular business hours or when necessary for . emergency law enforcement and responses. 39 No room, suite, or bed shall be assigned or rented more than twice within any twenty -four (24) hour period. 40 No room shall be let for hourly or other short time rates nor advertised in any way to be available at hourly or other short time rates. 41 No person in occupancy of a motel shall sell merchandise or services to the public there from. 42 No appliances necessary to the preparation of food shall be permitted in any hotel room. Appliances shall be limited to small refrigerators for drinks, coffee makers, and small microwave ovens which are not large enough for the actual preparation of meals are not prohibited by this section. 43 The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development plans subsequently submitted to the planning and building departments for review. 44 The property shall comply with all appropriate building, fire and health department regulations. 45 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. 46 Each owner and operator shall comply with the provisions of the Rosemead Municipal Code pertaining to the operator's responsibility for the collection of transient occupancy tax.