PC - 2002 - 04 - Approving Tentative Parcel Map 26494; Conditional Use Permit 01-854; Conditional Use permit 01-855 Approving the Subdivision of 1 Residential Lot into 3 Parcels with the Development of 3 New Single-family Residences• 1 •
PC RESOLUTION 02 -04
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 26494; CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 01 -854; CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01 -855 APPROVING THE
SUBDIVISION OF ONE RESIDENTIAL LOT INTO THREE (3) PARCELS
WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF THREE NEW SINGLE - FAMILY
RESIDENCES, TWO WITH A LIVING AREA OVER 2,500 SQUARE FEET,
LOCATED AT 3877 -3881 EARLE AVENUE IN THE R -1; SINGLE- FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL ZONE. (APN: 5371 - 009 -023).
WHEREAS, Luong Nang Quyen of East Star Development, Inc., 3888 Delta Avenue,
Rosemead, Ca, 91770, filed a tentative parcel map application and two conditional use permit
applications to subdivide one residential lot into three parcels and develop three new single - family
residences, two with a living area over 2,500 square feet located at 3877 -3881 Earle Avenue on
September 13,2001; and
WHEREAS, this property on Earle Avenue is located in the R -l; Single - Family Residential
zone; and
WHEREAS, Section_ 17.16 et seq. of the Rosemead Municipal Code set s standards for
development of properties in the R -1 zone; and
WHEREAS, Section 66451 et seq of the California Government Code (Map Act) and
Chapter 16.08.130 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to approve,
conditionally approve or deny tentative subdivision maps; and
WHEREAS, Sections 66473.5 and 66474 of the California Government Code (Map Act)
and Section 16.08.130 of the Rosemead Municipal Code specify the criteria by which a subdivision
map may be granted, and
WHEREAS, Section 17.16.140 of the Rosemead Municipal Code allows flag lot
development within the R -1 zoning district; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) specifies the
criteria by which a conditional use permit may be granted; and
WHEREAS, on December 6, 2001, 52 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 Tentative
Parcel Map 26494; Conditional Use Permit 01 -854; Conditional Use Permit 01 -855; and
WHEREAS, on December 17, 2001, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Tentative Parcel Map
26494; Conditional Use Permit 01 -854; Conditional Use Permit 0 1 -855 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 this activity is
exempt from further CEQA review under section 15303(a) of CEQA which exempts projects limited
to the construction of three or less single- family residential units in urbanized areas.
SECTION 2 . The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Tentative Parcel Map 26494 according to criteria of Section 66474 et
seq of the Subdivision Map Act and Chapter 16.04 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
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Tentative Parcel Map Finding
A. The proposed lot reconfiguration will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare
nor injurious to the property or improvements in the immediate vicinity. ,
FINDING: Property in the immediate vicinity will not be detrimentally affected by the
proposed lot reconfiguration in that a six foot block wall between the reconfigured lots and
adjacent residential property will be installed, all utilities shall be installed underground, and
the proposed lot sizes exceed the minimum requirements of the City's flag lot ordinance.
B. The proposed lot reconfiguration will not be contrary to any official plan adopted by the
City Council of the City of Rosemead; or to any official policies or standards adopted by
the City Council and on file in the office of the City Clerk at or prior to the time of filing
of the application hereunder.
FINDING: Single- family home development complies with the zoning district and general
plan designation that encompass this portion of the City. This area is designated as low
density single - family residential in both of these maps and the development complies with the
minimum lot dimensions and size requirements of the R -1 zoning district.
C. Each proposed parcel conforms in area and dimension to the provisions of zoning and
subdivision requirements of the City of Rosemead.
FINDING: The proposed parcel map will split one existing parcel into three parcels. All
three proposed parcels exceed the minimum parcel size and property dimension requirements.
D. All streets, alleys, and driveways proposed to serve the property have been dedicated or such
dedication is not required for the protection of public safety, health and welfare and that such
streets, alleys, and driveways are of sufficient width, design and construction to preserve the
public safety and to provide adequate access and circulation for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
FINDING: Access to the proposed parcels is from Earle Avenue which is a fully improved local
street. No dedication to the public right -of -way is required fort he protection of public safety, health
and welfare.
Conditional Use Permit Findings
A. That the establishment of the project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood.
FINDING: The project is in conformance with the goals and policies of the City's
comprehensive General Plan and zoning maps in relation to developing a project within the allowable
density and single- family home development standards as outlined in these plans.
B. That the establishment of the project will not be detrimental or injurious to the property
and improvements in the neighborhood.
Zoning Codes.
FINDING: The subject site is situated within an existing single - family neighborhood and
conditions have been added that will minimize the impact on adjacent residential properties.
C. That the establishment of the project will.not be detrimental or injurious to the general
welfare of the City.
FINDING: The proposed flag lot subdivision has incorporated the construction of a six foot
wall around the perimeter of the site. In addition, visual and architectural interest is incorporated into
the design of the building by aesthetically pleasing architectural elements.
SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Tentative Parcel Map
26494; Conditional Use Permit 01 -854; and Conditional Use Permit 01 -855, to subdivide one
residential lot into three parcels and develop three new single - family dwellings, two with a living area
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over 2,500 square feet, on property located at 3877 -3881 Earle Avenue, 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
December 17, 2001, by the following vote:
YES: LOI, BREEN, ALARCON, ORTIZ, 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 7` day of January 2002.
William Alarcon, Chairman
CERTIFICATION
I 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 7` day of January 2002 by the following
vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
William Crowe, Secretary
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Rosemead Planning Commission
Tenlalwe Parceld4ap26494
Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, 01 -855
December 17, 2001
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TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 26494
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01 -854
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01 -855
3877 -3881 Earle Avenue
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
December 17, 2001
1. Tentative Parcel Map 26494, Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, and Conditional Use
Permit 01 -855 are approved for the subdivision of one lot into three new single - family
residences, two with over 2,500 square feet of living area, to be developed in accordance
with the plan marked Exhibit `B" and submitted colored 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. Approval of Tentative Parcel Map 26494, Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, and
Conditional Use Permit 01 -855, 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. Tentative Parcel Map 26494, Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, and Conditional Use
Permit 01 -855, are approved for a period of two (2) years. Applicant shall make progress
towards initiation of proposed use or request 30 days prior to expiration from the
Planning Commission. Otherwise Tentative Parcel Map 26494, Conditional Use Permit
01 -854, and Conditional Use Permit 01 -855 shall become null and void.
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. Building permits will not be issued in connection with any project until such time as all
plan check fees, and all other applicable fees are paid in full.
6. Prior to issuance of building permits, all school fees shall be paid. The applicant shall
provide the City with written verification of compliance from the Unified School District.
7. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to
monitor progress.
8. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through
Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any legal holidays without
prior approval by the City.
9. Occupancy will not be granted ,until all improvements required by this approval have
been completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s).
10. Driveways
and parking
areas shall be surfaced and improved with
Portland concrete
cement as
shown on
Exhibit "B"; and thereafter maintained in
- good serviceable
condition.
11: A wall and fence plan will be required if any perimeter fencing or walls are proposed.
The colors and materials of the proposed fence shall be consistent or compliment the
submitted color and material board and first be approved by the Planning Department
prior to installation. A maximum fence /wall height of 48" along the front property line
and within the front setback area and a maximum 6' high wall anywhere to the rear of the
front yard setback applies.
• Kosemead Planning Commission
Tentative Parcel Map26494
Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, 01 -855
December 17, 2001
Page 6 of 8
12. Prior to issuance of building permits, a landscape and irrigation plan shall be submitted to
the Planning Department for review, reflecting preliminary approval of landscape /site
plan. Irrigation plan shall include automatic timers and moisture sensors. All
landscaping and irrigation shall be installed and completed prior to final Planning
Department,approval.
13. No portion of any required front and /or side yards shall be used for storage of any type.
14. There shall be no outside storage of vehicles, vehicle parts, equipment, or trailers. All
trash and debris shall be contained within a trash enclosure.
15. All rooftop appurtenances and equipment shall adequately be screened from view to the
satisfaction of the Planning Department.
16. 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. Tine
location, color and size of such sign shall be subject to the approval of the Planning
Director.
17. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or adjacent to the public
right -of -way.
18. All ground level mechanical /utility equipment (including meters, back flow preservation
devices, fire valves, A/C condensers, furnaces and other equipment) shall be located
away from public view or adequately screened by landscaping or screening walls so as
not to be seen from the public right -of -way. Said screening shall be approved by the
Director of Planning before installation.
19. The property shall.be graded to drain to the street, but in no case shall such drainage be
allowed to sheet flow across public sidewalk. A grading and /or drainage plan shall be
prepared, submitted to and approved by the Building Official, and such grading and
drainage shall take place in accordance with such approved plan.
20. Applicant shall install and complete all necessary public improvements, including but not
limited to street, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, handicap ramps, and storm drains, along the
entire street frontage of the development site as required by the Director of Planning.
21. All utilities shall be placed underground including facilities and wires for the supply and
distribution of electrical energy, telephone, cable television, etc. The underground
conversion of these utilities shall consider all future connections to the satisfaction of the
Director of Planning.
22. The dwelling unit shall be provided with water conservation. fixtures such as low -flush
toilets and low -flow faucets. The hot .water heater and lines shall be insulated.
Landscaping irrigation systems shall be designed for high efficiency and irrigation timers
programmed for maximized water usage.
23. All requirements of the Building and Safety Department and Planning Department shall
be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction.
24. No pad elevations shall be raised above the highest point of the existing elevation.
25. Violation of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or the initiation of
revocation proceedings.
• /2osemead Planning Commission
Tentative Parcel Map26494
Conditional Use Permit 01 -854, 01 -855
December 17, 2001
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CITY ENGINEER'S RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 26494
GENERAL
1. Details shown on the tentative map are not necessarily approved. Any details which are
inconsistent with requirements of ordinances, general conditions of approval, or City
Engineer's policies must be specifically approved in the final map or improvement Parcel
1 approvals.
2. A final parcel map prepared by, or under the direction of a Registered Civil Engineer
authorized to practice land surveying, or a Licensed Land Surveyor, must be processed
through the City's Engineer's office prior to being filed with the County Recorder.
3. A preliminary subdivision guarantee is required showing all fee interest holders and
encumbrances. An updated title report shall be provided before the final parcel map is
released for filing with the County Recorder.
4. Monumentation of parcel map boundaries, street centerline and lot boundaries is required
for a map based on a field survey.
5. Final parcel map shall be filed with the County Recorder and one (1) mylar copy of filed
map shall be submitted to the City Engineer's office prior to issuance of building permits.
6. Comply with all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act.
7. Approval for filing of this land division is contingent upon approval of plans and
specifications mentioned below. If the improvements are not installed prior to the filing
of this division, the developer must submit an Undertaking Agreement and a Faithful
Performance and Labor and Materials Bond in the amount estimated by the City Engineer
guaranteeing the installation of the improvements.
8. The City reserves the right to impose any new plan check and /or permit fees approved by
City Council subsequent to tentative approval of this map.
DRAINAGE AND GRADING
9. Prior to the recordation of the final map, grading and drainage plans must be approved to
provide for contributory drainage from adjoining properties as approved by the City
Engineer, including dedication of the necessary easements. ,
10. A grading and drainage plan must provide for each lot having an independent drainage
system to the public street, to a public drainage facility, or by means of an approved
drainage easement.
11. Historical or existing storm water flow from adjacent lots must be received and directed
by gravity to the street, a public drainage facility, or an approved drainage easement.
12. Developer shall comply with the City's storm water ordinance.
13. Surface water generated from Lot 1 shall sheet flow over the frontage of said lot onto
Earle Avenue.
J�Osemeod Planning Commission
Tentative Parcel Map26494
Conditional Use Permit 01-854, 01-855
December l7, •2001
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14. Developer shall prepare a covenant, subject to City Engineer's approval, for ingress and
egress, utility and drainage easement, fire lane, and maintenance of the private driveway
for Lots 2 and 3.
15. Lot 1 shall have an independent drive approach.
16. New drive approaches shall be constructed at least 3 feet from any above - ground
obstructions in the public right -of -way to the top of "x" or the obstruction shall be
relocated.
17. Drive approaches shall be a minimum of 15' wide for Lot 3, and 10' wide for Lot 1.
Drive approaches shall be constructed per City standards.
18. Developer shall construct sidewalk adjacent to the property line along the entire property
frontage.
SEWER
19. Approval of this land division is contingent upon providing separate house sewer laterals
to serve each lot of the land division.
UTILITIES
20. Power, telephone and cable television service shall be underground.
21. Any utilities that are in conflict with the development shall be relocated at the
developer's expense.
WATER
22. Prior to the filing of the final map, there shall also be filed with the City Engineer, a
statement from the water purveyor indicating subdivider compliance with the Fire Chief's
fire flow requirements.