PC - 2014-15 - Approving Conditional use Permit 13-06, for the Operation of an Automotive Repair Facililty Located at 2727 Stingle Avenue, Unit A1, (APN: 5282-009-018).PC RESOLUTION 14 -15
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 13 -06, FOR THE
OPERATION OF AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR FACILITY LOCATED AT
2727 STINGLE AVENUE, UNIT A1, (APN: 5282- 009 -018).
WHEREAS, on October 3, 2013, Billy Chuong -Van submitted a Conditional Use
Permit application requesting to operate an automotive repair business located at 2727
Stingle Avenue, Unit Al: and
WHEREAS, 2727 Stingle Avenue, Unit Al is located in the C- 3- MUDO -D
(Medium Commercial with Mixed Use and Design Overlay) zoning district, and
WHEREAS, Section 17.112.030(27)(h) of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC)
permits automotive repair in the C -3 or M -1 zones upon granting of a Conditional Use
Permit; and
A. The granting of such conditional use permit will be in harmony with the
elements or objectives of the General Plan.
B. The establishment, maintenance or conduct of the use for which the
conditional use permit is sought will not be detrimental to the health,
safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of the persons
residing or working in the neighborhood thereof, and
C. The granting of such conditional use permit will not be detrimental or
injurious to the property and improvements in the neighborhood or the
general welfare.
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 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code specifies the
criteria by which a Conditional Use Permit may be granted, and
WHEREAS, on January 13, 2014, thirty -seven (37) notices were sent to all
property owners within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property, in addition to notices
posted in five (5) public locations and onsite, specifying the availability of the
application, plus the date, time, and location of the public hearing for Conditional Use
Permit 13 -06; and
WHEREAS, on February 3, 2014 , the Planning Commission held a duly noticed
and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to
Conditional Use Permit 13 -06; 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
Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 is categorically exempt from environmental review as a
Class 1 Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) relative to projects consisting 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 lead agency's determination.
Accordingly, Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 is classified as a Class 1 Categorical
Exemption pursuant to Section 15301 of CEQA guidelines.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 according to the
criteria of Chapter 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
A. The granting of such Conditional Use Permit will be in harmony with the
elements or objectives of the General Plan.
FINDING: The site is designated in the General Plan for Mixed Use:
Industrial /Commercial and on the Zoning Map it is designated C- 3- MUDO -D (Medium
Commercial with a Mixed Use and Design Overlay). The proposed use is in conformity
with the General Plan in that C -3 -D (Medium Commercial with a Mixed Use and Design
Overlay) zone is a corresponding zone district with the Mixed Use:
Industrial /Commercial General Plan land use category. Automotive repair is permitted
in the C -3 (Medium Commercial with a Mixed Use and Design Overlay) zone upon the
approval of a conditional use permit.
B. The establishment, maintenance or conduct of the use for which the
Conditional Use Permit is sought will not be detrimental to the health, safety, peace,
morals, comfort or general welfare of the persons residing or working in the
neighborhood thereof.
FINDING: The proposed use will not endanger or be detrimental to surrounding
properties as conditions of approval have been incorporated to prevent any
unforeseeable impacts to general neighborhood. All automotive repairs will be
conducted within the unit and all waste materials shall be stored in accordance with
County and State requirements.
C. The establishment, maintenance, and operation of the proposed use so
applied for will not, under the circumstances of the particular case will not be
detrimental or injurious to the general welfare of the City.
FINDING: The proposed use will not be detrimental or injurious to the general
welfare of the City as conditions of approval have been incorporated upon the issuance
of this permit. All automotive repairs shall be conducted within the unit and the all waste
materials shall be stored in accordance with County and State requirements.
SECTION 3. The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Conditional Use
Permit 13 -06 to allow the operation of an automotive repair business located at 2727
Stingle Avenue, Unit Al, 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 the
Planning Commission decision, unless within such time a written appeal is filed with the
City Clerk for consideration by the Rosemead City Council as provided in Section
17.124.070 of the Rosemead Municipal Code.
SECTION 5. This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning
Commission on February 3, 2014, by the following vote:
YES: DINH, ENG, HERRERA, LOPEZ, AND TANG
NO: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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 3rd day of Febrn a 2014.
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 3rd day of
February, 2014 by the following vote:
YES: DINH, ENG, HERRERA, LOPEZ, AND TANG
NO: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
iti
Michelle Ramirez, etary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Gregory M. ur anning C ion Attorney
Burke, William & orensen, LLP
EXHIBIT "B"
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 13 -06
2727 Stingle Avenue Unit Al
(APN: 5282- 009 -018)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
February 3, 2014
1. Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 is approved for operation of an automotive repair
business to be developed in accordance with site plan dated January 16, 2014 and
floor plan dated November 12, 2013, marked as Exhibit "C ". Any revisions to the
approved plans must be resubmitted for review and approval by the Planning
Division.
2. Approval of Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 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.
3. Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 is approved for a period of six (6) months from the
date of adoption of Planning Commission Resolution 14 -15. The applicant shall
commence the proposed use or request an extension within 30- calendar days prior
to expiration. The six (6) months 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 Division and Building and Safety Division so long as the project is not
abandoned. If Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 has been unused, abandoned, or
discontinued for a period of six (6) months, it shall become null and void.
4. Prior to occupancy, the applicant shall obtain a City of Rosemead business license.
5. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make or
approve minor modifications to the approved plans where necessary.
6. Conditional Use Permit 13 -06 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 Conditional Use Permit 13 -06.
7. The onsite public hearing notice posting shall be removed by the end of the 10 -day
appeal period of Conditional Use Permit 13 -06.
8. 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.
9. The following conditions must be complied with to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division prior to final approval of the associated plans, building permits, business
license, or any other appropriate request.
10. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development
plans subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building divisions for review.
11. 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. Prior to submittal to the Planning, Building, Fire, Sheriff, and
Health Departments for any approvals related to this Conditional Use Permit, the
applicant shall submit a revised and correct site plan to the Planning Division, which
shall be subject to Division review and approval.
12. No portion of the lot, outside of the building, shall be used for storage of any type,
unless designated and approved by the Planning Division. All trash and debris shall
be contained within approved trash enclosure(s).
13. The numbers of the address sign shall be at least 6" tall with a minimum character
width of 3/4 ", 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 Community Development Director, or his /her designee, prior to installation.
14. Occupancy will not be granted until all improvements required by this approval have
been completed, inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s).
15. 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.
16. The applicant shall maintain a minimum clearance of five (5) feet (free of any debris,
storage, furniture, etc.) from any electrical /mechanical equipment and /or emergency
exits.
17. 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. All trash, rubbish, and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned,
inspected, and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition. The trash
enclosure doors shall be closed at all times.
18. The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be power washed, paved,
and re- striped periodically to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division. In accordance with Chapter 17.84 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, all
designated parking stalls shall be double striped and have wheel stops. Such
striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly manner.
19. All landscape planters onsite shall be rehabilitated and maintained at all times.
20. Adequate lighting shall be provided in the parking area where deemed appropriate
by the Planning Division. All exterior lighting shall be directed away from adjacent
properties.
21. The applicant shall obtain Planning Division approval for all exterior signage. Any
exterior signage shall be subject to the requirements of the Rosemead Municipal
Code and the review and approval of the Planning Division prior to installation.
22. All driveway entrances and exits shall remain open and unobstructed at all times.
23. All repair work shall be conducted wholly within the enclosed building. All vehicle(s)
to be repaired shall be stored or parked in designated stalls only. Such vehicles may
not be located in the required off - street parking or landscape areas nor on any public
sidewalk, parkway, street or alley.
24. All waste materials shall be handled and disposed of in accordance with local, state,
and federal laws and policies. No wasted material shall be washed or poured into
any public alley, street, storm drain or sewer.
25. All site maintenance issues listed in Conditions 17, 18, and 19 shall be completed by
the property owner prior to the issuance of a City of Rosemead Business License.
26. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or initiation of
revocation proceedings.