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PC - Item 3A - Modification 13-03 at 3733 Rosemad BoulevardI ROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND MEMBERS OF THE ROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: PLANNING DIVISION DATE: AUGUST 5, 2013 SUBJECT: MODIFICATION 13 -03 3733 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD Summary Rosemead Professional Group, LLC has submitted a Modification application requesting to install tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of a two -story building for weather protection. This project will not add any new square footage to the building. The subject site is located at 3733 Rosemead Boulevard, in the PO -D (Professional Office with a Design Overlay) zone. Environmental Determination Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines exempts projects that consist of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination. Accordingly, Modification 13 -03 is classified as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of CEQA guidelines. Staff Recommendation Based on the analysis and findings contained in this report, it is recommended that the Planning Commission ADOPT Resolution No. 13 -09 with findings (Exhibit "A ") and APPROVE Modification 13 -03, subject to the thirty-nine (39) conditions outlined in Exhibit "B" attached hereto. Property History and Description The subject property is located on the west side of Rosemead Boulevard, north of Marshall Street and south of Ralph Street. The site consists of one (1) parcel of land totaling approximately 18,293 square feet. According to Planning Division records, on July 2, 1990, the Planning Commission approved Design Review 90 -49 for the construction of a 7,788 square foot office building with 33 off - street parking stalls. On June 6, 2005, the Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 2 of 15 approved Design Review 05 -124 for the modification of the existing office building to extend the lobby area, enclose the existing stairways, remodel signage, and install new landscaping. On April 17, 2006, the Planning Commission approved Design Review 05- 124(MOD) to modify the exterior of the existing office building, enclose the existing stairways, repaint the exterior, and renovate the existing landscaping. However, the plans for Design Review 05 -124 and Design Review 05- 124(MOD) were never initiated after receiving approval. East Elevation Site and Surrounding Land Uses The project site is designated in the General Plan as High Density Residential and on the zoning map it is designated PO -D (Professional Office with a Design Overlay) zone. The site is surrounded by the following land uses: Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 3 of 15 North General Plan: High Density Residential Zoning: R -3 (Medium Multiple Residential) Land Use: Residential South General Plan: High Density Residential Zoning: R -3 (Medium Multiple Residential) Land Use: Residential East General Plan: High Density Residential Zoning: R -3 (Medium Multiple Residential) Land Use: Residential West General Plan: Low Density Residential Zoning: R -1 (Single Family Residential) Land Use: Residential Administrative Analysis As illustrated in Exhibit "C ", the applicant is proposing to remove the existing decorative non - structural steel frame and install new tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of a two -story building for weather protection. The modification will be consistent with the existing window frames and glass. This project will only affect the tower element, and will not add any new square footage to the structure. The parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features will not be affected. Municipal Code Requirements Section 17.72.030 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) states that design review procedures shall be followed for all improvements requiring a building permit or visible changes in form, texture, color, exterior fagade, or landscaping. Section 17.72.050 provides the criteria by which the Planning Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove a design review application: • The plans indicate proper consideration for the relationship between the proposed building and site developments that exist or have been approved for the general neighborhood; The applicant has provided an aesthetically complementary design for the building, which will not negatively affect the existing office building and its relationship to the surrounding properties. The plans illustrate that the project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. • The plan for the proposed building and site development indicates the manner in which the proposed development and surrounding properties are protected Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 4 of 15 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; This project will not generate any permanent impacts to noise levels for the surrounding area. All construction work will be required to comply with the timeframe and decibel levels indicated in the City's Noise Ordinance (Ordinance 478 and 541). Conditions of approval specifically address factors such as construction hours, screening of mechanical equipment, landscaping, lighting, and the overall maintenance of the property. • The proposed building or site development is not, in its exterior design and appearance, so at variance with the appearance of other existing building or site developments in the neighborhood as to cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value; The proposed project will not cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value. The project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. • The proposed building or structure is in harmony with the proposed developments on land in the general area, especially in those instances where buildings are within or adjacent to land shown on the General Plan as being part of the Civic Center or in public or educational use, or are within or immediately adjacent to land included within any precise plan which indicates building shape, size, or style; The property is not part of the Civic Center plan, precise plan, or land reserved for public or educational use. The project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. • 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 are involved; and The proposed development meets all of the minimum code requirements for the PO -D (Professional Office with a Design Overlay) zone, and all applicable referenced code sections of the Rosemead Municipal Code. • The site plan and the design of the buildings, parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features indicates that 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. Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 5 of 15 The applicant is proposing to install tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of the existing two -story building for weather protection. The parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features will not be affected. Public Notice Process This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, which includes a 300' radius public hearing notice to fifty -nine (59) property owners, publication in the Rosemead Reader on July 25, 2013, and postings of the notice at the five (5) public locations and on the subject site. Prepared by: Cory Ha Planning Intern Submitted by: Michelle Ramirez Community Development Director EXHIBITS: A. PC Resolution 13 -09 B. Conditions of Approval C. Site Plan, Floor Plan, and Elevations D. Assessor Parcel Map (5390- 014 -043) Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Paoe 6 of 15 EXHIBIT "A" PC RESOLUTION 13 -09 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING MODIFICATION 13 -03, FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TEMPERED GLASS STOREFRONT SYSTEMS ON THE EAST AND WEST ELEVATIONS OF AN EXISTING COMMERICAL BUILDING LOCATED AT 3733 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD IN THE PO -D (PROFESSIONAL OFFICE WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY) ZONE (APN: 5390 - 014 -043). WHEREAS, on July 8, 2013, Rosemead Professional Group, LLC submitted an application to install tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building on the site located at 3733 Rosemead Boulevard; and WHEREAS, 3733 Rosemead Boulevard is located in the PO -D (Professional Office with a Design Overlay) zoning district; and WHEREAS, Section 17.72.050 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC) provides the purpose and criteria for a design review; and WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and Section 17.72.050 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to approve, conditionally approve, or. disapprove design review applications; and WHEREAS, on July 25, 2013, fifty -nine (59) notices were sent to property owners within a 300 -feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in five (5) public locations and on -site, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date, time, and location of the public hearing for Modification 13 -03, and on July 25, 2013, the notice was published in the Rosemead Reader; and WHEREAS, on August 5, 2013, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Modification 13 -03; 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 Modification 13 -03 is classified as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 7 of 15 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines. Section 15301 of the CEQA exempts projects that consist of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Modification 13 -03 in accordance with Section 17.72.030 et seq., of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows: A. The plans indicate proper consideration for the relationship between the proposed building and site developments that exist or have been approved for the general neighborhood; FINDING: The applicant has provided an aesthetically complementary design for the building, which will not negatively affect the existing office building and its relationship to the surrounding properties. The plans illustrate that the project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. B. The plan for the proposed building and site development indicates the manner in which the proposed development 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: This project will not generate any permanent impacts to noise levels for the surrounding area. All construction work will be required to comply with the timeframe and decibel levels indicated in the City's Noise Ordinance (Ordinance 478 and 541). Conditions of approval specifically address factors such as construction hours, screening of mechanical equipment, landscaping, lighting, and the overall maintenance of the property. C. The proposed building or site development is not, in its exterior design and appearance, so at variance with the appearance of other existing building or site developments in the neighborhood as to cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value; FINDING: The proposed project will not cause the nature of the local environment to materially depreciate in appearance and value. The project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. D. The proposed building or structure is in harmony with the proposed developments on land in the general area, especially in those instances where buildings are within or adjacent to land shown on the General Plan as being part of the Civic Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 8 of 15 Center or in public or educational use, or are within or immediately adjacent to land included within any precise plan which indicates building shape, size, or style; FINDING: The property is not part of the Civic Center plan, precise plan, or land reserved for public or educational use. The project only consists of installing tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building for weather protection. E. 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 are involved; and FINDING: The proposed development meets all of the minimum code requirements for the PO -D (Professional Office with a Design Overlay) zone, and all applicable referenced code sections of the Rosemead Municipal Code. F. The site plan and the design of the buildings, parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features indicates that 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 applicant is proposing to install tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of the existing two -story building for weather protection. The parking areas, signs, landscaping, luminaries, and other site features will not be affected. SECTION 3 . The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Modification 13- 03 for the installation of tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building on the site located at 3733 Rosemead Boulevard, and subject to conditions listed in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 4 . This action shall become final and effective ten (10) days after this decision by the Planning Commission, unless within such time a written appeal is filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Rosemead City Council as provided in Article IX - Planning and Zoning of the Rosemead Municipal Code. SECTION 5 . This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning Commission on August 5, 2013, by the following vote: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 9 of 15 SECTION 6 . 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 5th day of August, 2013. Diana Herrera, Chair 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 5 day of August, 2013 by the following vote: YES: NO: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Michelle Ramirez, Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: Gregory M. Murphy, Planning Commission Attorney Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 10 of 15 EXHIBIT "B" MODIFICATION 13 -03 3733 ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD (APN: 5390 - 014 -043) CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL August 5, 2013 Oriqinal Conditions of Approval from Design Review 05- 124(MOD): 1. Design Review 05 -124 (Modification) is approved for the modification of an existing commercial building to enclose the existing stairways, repaint the exterior and renovate existing signage and landscaping, to be developed in accordance with the plan marked Exhibit "B ", dated March 1, 2006, 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 Design Review 05 -124 (Modification) shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead an affidavit stating that they are aware of and accept all of the conditions set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions. 3. Design Review 05 -124 (Modification) is approved for a one (1) year period. Applicant shall make progress towards initiation of proposed use or request an extension 30 days prior to expiration from the Planning Commission. Otherwise Design Review 05 -124 (Modification) 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. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least 6" tall with a minimum character width of 114 ", contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the street. Materials, colors, location and size of such address numbers shall be approved by the Director of Planning prior to installation. 7. All requirements of the Building and Safety Department and Planning Department shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction. 8. Prior to issuance of building permits, all school fees shall be paid. The applicant Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 11 of 15 shall provide the City with written verification of compliance from the Unified School District. 9. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday - Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any legal holidays without prior approval by the City. 10. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. 11. The conditions listed on this Exhibit "A" shall be copied directly onto development plans submitted to the Planning and Building Departments for review. 12. Occupancy will not be granted until all improvements required by this approval have been completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s). 13. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or adjacent to the public right -of -way. 14. All utilities (with the exception of the existing transmission lines) 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. 15. All requirements of the Building and Safety Department and Planning Department shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction. 16. All roof top appurtenances and equipment shall be screened from view. There shall be no roof mounted equipment extending above the rooflines of the building or visible from any exterior views to the street or parking lot areas. 17. 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. 18. 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) 569 -2345 for assistance. 19. 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 Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 12 of 15 trash enclosure at all times. All trash, rubbish, and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, inspected, and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. 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 stalls shall be double striped. Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly manner. 21. All ground level mechanical /utility equipment (including meters, back flow preservation devices, fire valves, A/C condensers, furnaces, utility cabinets 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 or other public space within the development. The Director of Planning shall approve said screening prior to installation. 22. Any existing signage without permits shall be removed. 23. Signs shall comply with Chapter 17.32 of the Rosemead Municipal Code. A uniform signage program shall be developed and submitted to the architectural review committee for review and approval, or if deemed necessary, the Planning Commission, at a later date. The total square area of such signs shall not exceed one square foot of sign area for each two linear feet of building frontage. 24. Other than the tutoring center approved under Conditional Use Permit 96 -684, no portion of the remainder building shall be converted to use other than Professional Office. 25. Tile pavers to be used on walkway shall be a light gray color. 26. The applicant shall submit a detailed elevation of the proposed wrought iron sliding gate for the review and approval of the planning department. The height of the proposed gate shall not exceed four (4) feet. 27. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of revocation proceedings. New Conditions of Approval for Modification 13 -03: 28. Modification 13 -03 is approved for the installation of tempered glass storefront systems on the east and west elevations of an existing two -story building on the site located at 3733 Rosemead Boulevard, in accordance with the plans marked Exhibit "C ", dated July 8, 2013. Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for the review and approval of the Planning Division. Planning Commission Meeting August 5, 2013 Page 13 of 15 29. The following conditions must be complied with to the satisfaction of the Planning Division prior to final approval of the associated plans, building permits, occupancy permits, or any other appropriate request. 30. All conditions of approval in Exhibit "B" shall be copied directly onto any development plans subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building Divisions for review. 31. Approval of Modification 13 -03 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 of approval as set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions, within ten (10) days from the Planning Commission approval date. 32. Modification 13 -03 is approved for a period of one (1) year. The applicant shall commence the proposed project or request an extension within 30- calendar days prior to expiration. The one (1) year initial approval period shall be effective from the Planning Commission approval date. For the purpose of this petition, project commencement shall be defined as beginning the permitting process with the Planning and Building Divisions, so long as the project is not abandoned. If the Modification 13 -03 has been unused, abandoned, or discontinued for a period of one (1) year it shall become null and void. 33. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and /or approve minor modifications to the project and to these conditions of approval. 34. Modification 13 -03 is granted or approved with the City and its Planning Commission and City Council retaining and reserving the right and jurisdiction to review and to modify the permit, including the conditions of approval based on changed circumstances. Changed circumstances include, but are not limited to, the modification of the use, a change in scope, emphasis, size, or nature of the use, or the expansion, alteration, reconfiguration, or change of use. This reservation of right to review is in addition to, and not in lieu of, the right of the City, its Planning Commission, and City Council to review and revoke or modify any permit granted or approved under the Rosemead Municipal Code for any violations of the conditions imposed on Modification 13 -03. ' 35. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Rosemead or its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Rosemead or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set side, void, or annul, an approval of the Planning Commission and /or City Council concerning the project, which action is brought within the time period provided by law. Planning Commission Meeting August 5. 2013 Page 14 of 15 36. 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