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TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: MARCH 6, 2017
SUBJECT: DESIGN REVIEW 16-02, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 16-01, AND
ZONE CHANGE 16-01
8900 GLENDON WAY
Summary
Ivar Eagle, LLC has submitted entitlement applications to construct a new five—story
Hampton Inn & Suites with 123 guest rooms. The hotel includes a business center with
a computer, fax machine and photocopy machine; fitness center; meeting rooms;
swimming pool; and, snack shop. The project proposes to provide 125 parking spaces.
New landscaping will be provided along the northern, western, and southern project
boundaries to buffer the project from the adjacent uses. A three-foot tall block wall and
landscaping will be constructed along the eastern project boundary to separate and
buffer the project from the UFC Gym and its parking lot adjacent to and east of the site.
The hotel is proposed to be 6T-9" in height. The property is located at 8900 Glendon
Way (southeast corner of Ivar Avenue and Glendon Way) in a Medium Commercial with
a Design Overlay (C-3/D-O) and a Planned Development (P-D) zone.
Environmental Analysis
The City of Rosemead acting as a Lead Agency, has completed an Initial Study/Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed mixed use project pursuant to Section
15070(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Initial Study has been
undertaken to determine if the proposed project may have a significant effect on the
environment. The Initial Study was prepared and completed by Phil Martin &
Associates, Inc., acting as a consultant to the City, in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. On the basis of the Initial Study, the City
of Rosemead has concluded that the project would have significant environmental
impacts, unless mitigated; therefore a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was
prepared. The MND reflects the independent judgment of the City as a lead agency per
CEQA Guidelines. The project site is not on a list compiled pursuant to Government
Code section 65962.5. The proposed project is not considered a project of statewide,
regional or area-wide significance and would not affect highways or other facilities under
the jurisdiction of the State of California Department of Transportation.
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A Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project was
distributed for a 30-day public review and comment period from February 3, 2017 to
March 6, 2017. The Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring
Program, as required by CEQA guidelines, is attached to this staff report for your
review. If the Commission recommends this project to the City Council for approval,
then the Commission must make a finding of adequacy with the environmental
assessment and recommend that the City Council adopt the attached Mitigated
Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program. It is anticipated that the
mitigation measures in the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring
Program will mitigate the environmental impacts of the project to a "less than significant"
level.
Staff Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission ADOPT Resolution No. 17-04 with
findings (Exhibit "A"), which is a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt
Resolution 2017-10 (attached as Exhibit "B") approving Design Review 16-02 and
Conditional Use Permit 16-01, adopt Ordinance 972 (attached as Exhibit "C") approving
Zone Change 16-01, and adopt the associated Mitigated Negative Declaration (Exhibit
"E") and Mitigation Monitoring Program (Exhibit "F").
Property History and Description
The subject site is located north of the Interstate 10 (1-10) Freeway, just west of
Rosemead Boulevard, on the southeast corner of Ivar Avenue and Glendon Way. The
project area consists of one parcel totaling approximately 1.83 acres. The site is
currently developed as an asphalt paved surface parking lot.
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As illustrated in the aerial view of the project site, the subject lot is adjacent to the UFC
Gym lot. Historically, the subject lot and the UFC Gym lot were operated as one
business. However, in 2005, a Lot Line Adjustment was completed to create a new lot
(subject lot), which totals approximately 1.83 acres. This lot was then sold to a different
owner. There is an existing recorded Declaration of Restrictions and Grant of
Easements between both lots, which imposes certain restrictions on the development
and use of the parcels and provides for maintenance and control of easements for the
benefit of the property owners of both lots.
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Site & Surrounding Land Uses
The project site is designated in the General Plan as Commercial and on the Zoning
Map, it is a single lot designated as both C-3/D-O and P-D, however, there are no City
records on why the subject lots were classified as dual zoning The site is surrounded
by the following land uses:
North
General Plan: High Density Residential
Zoning: R-3 (Medium Multiple Residential)
Land Use: Residential
South
General Plan: I-10 Freeway
Zoning: 1-10 Freeway
Land Use: 1-10 Freeway
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East
General Plan: Commercial
Zoning: P-D (Planned Development)
Land Use: Commercial
West
General Plan: Commercial
Zoning: C-3/D-O (Medium Commercial with a Design Overlay)
Land Use: Commercial
Project Description
The applicant is proposing to construct and operate a new five-story Hampton Inn &
Suites with 123 guest rooms totaling 71,250 square feet. The hotel will be operational
twenty-four (24) hours a day, 7 days a week with a maximum of six employees per shift.
The project will require the demolition of the existing surface parking lot and other site
improvements to allow the construction of the hotel.
The hotel is proposed to include a business center with a computer, fax machine and
photocopy machine; fitness center; meeting rooms; swimming pool; and, snack shop.
Complimentary breakfast will be provided for hotel guests. There will be seven rooms
on the first floor, along with an office, hotel lobby, breakfast area and snack shop with
twenty-nine hotel rooms on each of the floors 2 through 5. The project proposes a total
of 125 parking spaces including 95 standard spaces, 20 compact spaces, five RV
spaces, five handicap spaces as well as 20 bicycle spaces.
Design Review 16-02
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.28.020(A)(1), design review procedures
shall be followed for all improvements requiring a building permit or visible changes in
form, texture, color, exterior façade or landscaping. The proposed project is located in a
Design Overlay zone, therefore, a Design Review shall be approved by the Planning
Commission.
Conditional Use Permit 16-01
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Table 17.16.020.1, a Conditional Use Permit is required
in order to establish a hotel use in the C-3 zone.
Zone Change 16-01
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.020, amendment to the City's Zoning
Map may be initiated by the Planning Commission or the City Council, whenever the
public necessity, convenience, general welfare, or good zoning practice justifies such
action.
In 1967, the City Council adopted Ordinance 199 (attached as Exhibit `E") approving
Zone Change 25. Zone Change 25 reclassified all R-1, R-3, and R-3-D zones within the
highlighted area (outlined yellow) in Figure 1 (below) to P-D. The C-3/D-0 zone within
such area was not affected by Zone Change No. 25. As described in Ordinance 199,
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Lot 19 and the western 40 feet of Lot 20 remained as C-31D-O. Zone Change 25
created the dual zone of the subject property as illustrated in Figure 2. To resolve the
dual zone classification, the applicant is requesting the Zone Change. City Staff
supports this Zone Change as it is consistent with good zoning practice and will resolve
an issue that should not have existed in the first place. Zone Change 16-01 will amend
the Zoning Map by eliminating the dual zone classification from C-3/D-O and P-D to a
single zone classification of C-3/D-O.
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Development Standards
Staff has verified that the proposed hotel would be in compliance with the applicable
development standards of the Rosemead Zoning Code, as demonstrated in the
following table:
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Lot Size 39,000 s.f. (minimum) 79,813 sf.
Lot Width 100 feet(minimum) 167 feet
Lot Coverage 40%(maximum) 19%
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Floor Area Ratio 1.0:1 (maximum allowed with incorporation of required hotel
0.89:1
(FAR) amenity standards)
Front Setback Zero 15 feet
Side Street None Zero to Ten feet
Setback
Rear Setback Zero >300 feet
Height 75 feet(maximum)
One space per guest room plus applicable requirement for
Parking additional uses,plus one space per three employees 125 parking spaces
123(guest rooms)+2(6 employees) = 125 parking spaces
Hotel$peniRe • • Required Proposed
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Number of 50 123
Rooms i
Floor Area Per 400 s.f. (minimum) >400 s.f.
Guest Room
Landscape Ten Percent of Gross Lot Area 19%(14,985 s.f)
79,813 X 10%=7,981 s.f.
Hotel Amenity Standards
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.30.130(C)(4)(a) and 17.30.130(C)(4)(b), the
FAR of a hotel or motel development must be consistent with the land use designation
in the General Plan. Hotels located in the Commercial or High Intensity Commercial
land use designation in the General Plan may be developed up to a maximum permitted
FAR of 1.0:1 if the projects meet the required hotel amenities and a minimum of two
additional hotel amenities identified in Table 17.30.110.2.
Rerjuiredknienides Hotel Proposed
Business Center Service* Required ✓
Complimentary breakfast Required V
In-room wired or wireless high speed Internet Required ✓
Additional Amenities:
Multi-function ballroom/meeting rooms Optional ✓
Restaurant or bar or lounge Optional ✓
Concierge desk Optional ✓
Convenience store/snack shop Optional ✓
Daycare services Optional
Day spa/salon Optional
Fitness Center Optional ✓
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Florist or gift shop Optional
Laundry Service Optional J
Pool or spa/Jacuzzi Optional ✓
Room Service Optional
Self-service laundry Optional
Valet Parking Optional
Proposed Floor Plan
The first floor plan includes a lobby, concierge desk, breakfast area, swimming pool,
kitchen, fitness center, meeting room for hotel guests, business center, laundry room,
restrooms, employee break room, offices, and seven guest rooms. The second through
fifth floor plans include 29 guest rooms. As illustrated on the floor plan (attached as
Exhibit "G), there are five types of guest rooms (King Suite, Double Queen, King
Studio, Accessible King Suite, and Accessible King Studio).
Proposed Landscaping and Fencing:
A conceptual landscape plan has been attached as Exhibit "G." New landscaping is
proposed throughout the site. Landscaping is shown in the form of perimeter planting
areas and landscaped islands within the surface parking lot areas. The Applicant will be
required to submit a detailed landscape and irrigation plan to the Planning Division for
review and approval prior to issuance of any Building Permits.
New decorative perimeter block walls are proposed along the east and west property
lines.
Parking and Circulation
- Access to the site will be provided via two driveways along Glendon Way and Ivar
Avenue. The subject site will have a total of 125 surface parking spaces, which
includes 95 standard parking spaces, 20 compact spaces, five RV parking spaces, and
five handicapped parking spaces. In addition, the proposed project will also include 20
bicycle parking spaces.
Traffic
A traffic impact study prepared by Stantec, dated December 21, 2016, was completed
for the project. The Study analyzes trip generation and level of service impacts upon six
nearby intersections. The intersections studied are as follows:
1. Glendon Way and Ivar Avenue (1-way stop);
2. Glendon Way and 1-10 Westerly westbound On/Off Ramp (2-way stop);
3. Glendon Way and Rosemead Boulevard (Signalized);
4. Glendon Way and 1-10 Easterly westbound On/Off Ramp (1-way stop);
5. Marshall Street and Rosemead Boulevard (Signalized); and
6. Valley Boulevard and Rosemead Boulevard (Signalized).
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Based on the traffic study, the project traffic will not cause any of the six studied
intersections to exceed an unacceptable level of service or exceed their existing level of
service. All area roadways will continue to operate within their design capacity. The
project will have less-than signification traffic impacts to the six studied area
intersections. The City Engineer and City's Traffic Consultant has reviewed the traffic
study and finds it acceptable and the study has been relied on in the Mitigated Negative
Declaration.
Proposed Architecture:
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of the
Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of materials to
the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's profile.
According to the colored renderings, which will be available to view at the Planning
Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of earth toned exterior
smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The building cornice will be
smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown colored stone veneer will be
incorporated into the entry treatment and porte cochere. In addition, the applicant is
proposing to incorporate Ye" horizontal reveals along all elevations. As proposed, the
project will not negatively change the appearance of the surrounding built environment.
Lighting
New exterior lighting is proposed for the property. All new lighting will be fully shielded
and directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. A photometric study
was completed by the applicant. The photometric analysis shows that the project will
have sufficient levels of exterior lighting at the hotel entrance, public sidewalks, open
space areas, and throughout the parking lot. For this reason, the Mitigated Negative
Declaration includes a lighting mitigation measure, which states: "Prior to the issuance
of a building permit the project applicant shall submit a lighting plan for approval by the
Planning Division that incorporates any of the following light reducing measures as
applicable:
• Select lighting fixtures with more-precise optical control and/or different
lighting distribution.
• Relocate and/or change the height and/or orientation of proposed lighting
fixtures.
• Add external shielding and/or internal reflectors to fixtures.
• Select lower-output lamp/lamp technologies
• A combination of the above."
Soils Report
The California Department of Conservation, California Geological Survey has identified
the project site as one subject to potential liquefaction. Liquefaction is the sudden
failure and fracturing of saturated ground resulting from an earthquake, which can
cause structural failure of buildings, roadways, bridges, etc. Structures presently on the
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site, as well as any future structures, are subject to the consequences of liquefaction.
For this reason, a soils report was prepared for this project by Cal Land Engineering,
Inc. The City's independent geotechnical and engineering geology consultants have
reviewed the report and have deemed it acceptable. On August 3, 2016, the report was
sent to the State Department of Conservation.
Municipal Code Requirements
Design Review
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.28.020(A)(1), design review procedures
shall be followed for all improvements requiring a building permit or visible changes in
form, texture, color, exterior facade or landscaping.
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.28.020(C), the Planning Commission where
authorized, may approve may approve, approve with conditions, or disapprove an
application based on the following criteria:
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;
The proposed development is located within a Commercial land use designation.
The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in staff's
determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. The proposed
project is consistent with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the Land Use Element of the
City's General Plan in that the goal and policy call for establishing and applying
architectural design review to new commercial development.
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;
To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against noise, vibrations,
and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)
specifically addresses mitigation measures. All new lighting will be fully shielded
and directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. Conditions of
approval have been incorporated to eliminate adverse effects on the environment
as a result of the proposed project. This development 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. Conditions of approval will specifically address
factors such as noise, construction hours, screening of mechanical equipment,
landscaping, lighting, and the overall maintenance of the property.
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C. The proposed building or site development is not, in its exterior design and
appearance, so at variance with the appearance of other existing buildings 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 improve the aesthetics of the corner by establishing a
new hotel development of high architectural quality. The improvements to the site
will provide a marked improvement over the existing appearance of the
intersection of Ivor Avenue and Glendon Way.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of
the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of
materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the
building's profile. According to the colored renderings, the applicant is proposing
a mixture of earth toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building
elevations. The building cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color.
Shades of brown colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry
treatment and porte cochere. In addition, the applicant is proposing to
incorporate 1/2" horizontal reveals along all elevations. As proposed, the project
will not negatively change the appearance of the surrounding built environment.
Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a development that is an
aesthetic upgrade over the surrounding area and that has the potential to
enhance land values in the general area. This is due to the proposed new
building façade with higher quality materials, a design that blends better with the
area, and greatly improved landscaping and parking lot area.
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 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, so there is no special need to create harmony with
the general area. Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a
development that is an aesthetic upgrade over the surrounding area and that has
the potential to enhance land values in the general area. This is due to the
proposed new building façade with higher quality materials, a design that blends
better with the area, and greatly improved landscaping and parking lot area.
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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
This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for the C-3/D-O
zone, hotel specific requirements, 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,
luminaires 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.
Access to the site will be provided via two driveways along Glendon Way and
Ivar Avenue. The subject site will have a total of 125 surface parking spaces,
which includes 95 standard parking spaces, 20 compact spaces, five RV parking
spaces, and five handicapped parking spaces.
New exterior lighting is proposed for the property. New wall mounted fixtures will
be placed along the front, side, and rear of the building. New light standards will
be installed in the parking lot area. All new lighting will be fully shielded and
directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of
the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of
materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the
building's profile. According to the colored renderings, which will be available to
view at the Planning Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of
earth toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The
building cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown
colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry treatment and pone
cochere. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate Ys" horizontal
reveals along all elevations. As proposed, the project will not negatively change
the appearance of the surrounding built environment.
Conditional Use Permit
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Table 17.16.020.1, a Conditional Use Permit is required
in order to establish a hotel use in the C-3 zone.
Per Rosemead Municipal Code, Section 17.132.040, a Conditional Use Permit may be
issued only after a public hearing before the Planning Commission. The Planning
Commission shall also find that the establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use
so applied for will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to
the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or
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working in the neighborhood thereof, not be detrimental or injurious to the property and
improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City. All of the
following findings shall be made by the Planning Commission in conjunction with the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit:
A. Approval of the application will not be incompatible or injurious to other properties
or land uses in the vicinity or create conditions materially detrimental to the public
health, safety, and general welfare.
The proposed use will not be incompatible or injurious to the other properties as
a hotel is a use that may be conditionally permitted within the C-3 zone. The City
has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
proposed mixed use project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The document is intended to be used by the
City to evaluate the project's environmental impacts, if any, to less than a
significant level. To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against
noise, vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program (MMRP) specifically addresses mitigation measures.
The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in Staff's
determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. All new lighting will
be fully shielded and directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent
properties. Conditions of approval have been incorporated to eliminate adverse
effects on the environment as a result of the proposed project. This development
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. Conditions of approval will
specifically address factors such as traffic, noise, construction hours, screening
of mechanical equipment, landscaping, lighting, and the overall maintenance of
the property.
B. The use is consistent with the General Plan.
The proposed development is located within a Commercial land use designation.
Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in Rosemead's
commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For this
reason, a hotel may be developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if
their projects include higher design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land
Use Element aims to expand opportunities for concentrated commercial and
industrial uses that contribute jobs and tax revenues to the community.
C. The use is consistent with the provisions of this Zoning Code.
This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for the C-3/D-O
zone, hotel specific requirements, and all applicable referenced code sections of
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the Rosemead Municipal Code.
D. Processing and approval of the permit application are in compliance with the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.
The City of Rosemead acting as a Lead Agency, has completed an Initial
Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project pursuant to
Section 15070(b) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Initial
Study has been undertaken to determine if the proposed project may have a
significant effect on the environment. The Initial Study was prepared and
completed by Phil Martin & Associates, Inc., acting as a consultant to the City, in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
On the basis of the Initial Study, the City of Rosemead has concluded that the
project would have significant impact, unless mitigated, therefore a Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was prepared. The MND reflects the
independent judgment of the City as a lead agency per CEQA Guidelines. The
project site is not on a list compiled pursuant to Government Code section
65962.5. The proposed project is not considered a project of statewide, regional
or area-wide significance and would not affect highways or other facilities under
the jurisdiction of the State of California Department of Transportation.
E. If development is provided for under the Conditional Use Permit, the project is
consistent with the goals and objectives of the applicable standards and Design
Guidelines in the overlying district.
The subject site is not located in an overlying district with Design Guidelines.
However, the proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary
design of the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various
types of materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the
building's profile. According to the colored renderings, which will be available to
view at the Planning Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of
earth toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The
building cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown
colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry treatment and porte
cochere. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate 1/2" horizontal
reveals along all elevations.
In addition, the proposed project is consistent with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the
Land Use Element of the City's General Plan in that the goal and policy call for
establishing and applying architectural design review to new commercial
development.
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Zone Change
Per Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.060, amendments to the Official Zoning
Map may be approved only if all the following findings are first made:
A. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable
specific plan;
The proposed amendment is located within a Commercial land use designation.
Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in Rosemead's
commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For this
reason, a hotel may be developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if
their projects include higher design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land
Use Element aims to expand opportunities for concentrated commercial and
industrial uses that contribute jobs and tax revenues to the community. The
proposed amendment is not located in a specific plan area.
B. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and
The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health,
safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The subject site is currently zoned C-
3/D-0 and P-D. The proposed amendment would correct the dual zone
classification by changing the subject site to only C-3/D-O.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for
the proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The document is intended to be used by the
City to evaluate the project's environmental impacts, if any, to less than a
significant level. To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against
noise, vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program (MMRP) specifically addresses mitigation measures.
C. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating
characteristics, shape, size, topography, and the provision of public and
emergency vehicle access, and public services and utilities and is served by
highways and streets adequate in width and improvement to carry the kind and
quantity of traffic the proposed use would likely generate, to ensure that the
proposed use(s) and/or development will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise
constitute a hazard to the property or improvements in the vicinity in which the
property is located.
The proposed amendment is physically suitable for the subject site as a portion
of the site is already zone C-3/D-O. Staff has verified that the proposed hotel
would be in compliance with the applicable development standards of the
Rosemead Zoning Code. In addition, a traffic impact study was completed for
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the project. The Study analyzes trip generation and level of service impacts upon
six nearby intersections. Based on the traffic study, the project traffic will not
cause any of the six studied intersections to exceed an unacceptable level of
service or exceed their existing level of service. All area roadways will continue
to operate within their design capacity. The project will have less-than
signification traffic impacts to the six studied area intersections. The City
Engineer and City's Traffic Consultant has reviewed the traffic study and finds it
acceptable and the study has been relied on in the Mitigated Negative
Declaration.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
On February 2, 2017, twenty-three (23) notices were sent to property owners within a
300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in six (6) public
locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the Los Angeles
County Clerk.
Prepared by: Submitted by:
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Lily T. Valenzuela Michelle Ramirez
City Planner Community Development Director
EXHIBITS:
A. Planning Commission Resolution No. 17-04
B. Draft City Council Resolution No.2017-10
C. Draft Ordinance 972
D. Project Conditions of Approval
E. Ordinance 199
F. Mitigated Negative Declaration
G. Mitigation Monitoring Program
H. Site Plan/Floor Plan/Elevations
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EXHIBIT "A"
PC RESOLUTION 17-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE DESIGN REVIEW
16-02, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 16-01, AND ZONE CHANGE 16-01
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HAMPTON INN & SUITES
WITH 123 GUEST ROOMS. THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT
8900 GLENDON WAY IN A C-31D-O AND A P-D ZONES (APN: 5390-
018-036).
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2016, Ivar Eagle, LLC submitted entitlement
applications for the construction of a new Hampton Inn & Suites with 123 guest rooms,
located at 8900 Glendon Way; and
WHEREAS, 8900 Glendon Way is located in a C-3/D-O and a P-D zones; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Sections 17.28.020(A)(1) and
17.28.020(C) provides the purpose and criteria for a design review; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.132.040 provides the criteria
for a conditional use permit; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.060 provides the criteria
for amendments to the Official Zoning Map; and
WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and
Rosemead Municipal Code Sections 17.28.020(C) and 17.132.040 authorizes the
Planning Commission to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the Design
Review or Conditional Use Permit applications; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.040 and 17.152.060
authorizes the Planning Commission provide a written recommendation and reasons for
the recommendation to the City Council whether to approve, approve in modified form,
or deny the Zone Change application; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2017, an Initial Environmental Study for the
proposed project was completed finding that the proposed project would have a less
than significant effect on the environment and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was
prepared, in accordance with the guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act,
and local environmental guidelines; and
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WHEREAS, on February 2, 2017, twenty-three (23) notices were sent to property
owners within a 300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted
in six (6) public locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the
Los Angeles County Clerk, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date,
time, and location of the public hearing for Design Review 16-02, Conditional Use
Permit 16-01, and Zone Change 16-01, pursuant to California Government Code
Section 65091(a)(3); and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2017, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Design Review
16-02, Conditional Use Permit 16-01, and Zone Change 16-01; 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 makes a finding of adequacy
with the Mitigated Negative Declaration and HEREBY RECOMMENDS that the City
Council adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration as the environmental clearance for
Design Review 16-02, Conditional Use Permit 16-01, and Zone Change 16-01.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Design Review 16-02 in accordance with
Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.28.020(C) 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 proposed development is located within a Commercial land use
designation. The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in
Staff's determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. The proposed
project is consistent with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the Land Use Element of the City's
General Plan in that the goal and policy call for establishing and applying architectural
design review to new commercial development.
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: To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against noise,
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vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)
specifically addresses mitigation measures. All new lighting will be fully shielded and
directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. Conditions of approval
have been incorporated to eliminate adverse effects on the environment as a result of
the proposed project. This development 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.
Conditions of approval will specifically address factors such as noise, 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 buildings 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 improve the aesthetics of the corner by
establishing a new hotel development of high architectural quality. The improvements to
the site will provide a marked improvement over the existing appearance of the
intersection of Ivar Avenue and Glendon Way.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of
the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of
materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's
profile. According to the colored renderings, the applicant is proposing a mixture of
earth toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The
building cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown colored
stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry treatment and porte cochere. In
addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate Y2" horizontal reveals along all
elevations. As proposed, the project will not negatively change the appearance of the
surrounding built environment.
Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a development that is an
aesthetic upgrade over the surrounding area and that has the potential to enhance land
values in the general area. This is due to the proposed new building facade with higher
quality materials, a design that blends better with the area, and greatly improved
landscaping and parking lot area.
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
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
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reserved for public or educational use, so there is no special need to create harmony
with the general area. Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a
development that is an aesthetic upgrade over the surrounding area and that has the
potential to enhance land values in the general area. This is due to the proposed new
building facade with higher quality materials, a design that blends better with the area,
and greatly improved landscaping and parking lot area.
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: This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for
the C-31D-O zone, hotel specific requirements, 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, luminaires 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: Access to the site will be provided via two driveways along Glendon
Way and Ivar Avenue. The subject site will have a total of 125 surface parking spaces,
which includes 95 standard parking spaces, 20 compact spaces, five RV parking
spaces, and five handicapped parking spaces.
New exterior lighting is proposed for the property. New wall mounted fixtures will
be placed along the front, side, and rear of the building. New light standards will be
installed in the parking lot area. All new lighting will be fully shielded and directed
downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of
the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of
materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's
profile. According to the colored renderings, which will be available to view at the
Planning Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of earth toned
exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The building cornice will
be smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown colored stone veneer will
be incorporated into the entry treatment and porte cochere. In addition, the applicant is
proposing to incorporate Y" horizontal reveals along all elevations. As proposed, the
project will not negatively change the appearance of the surrounding built environment.
SECTION 3. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 16-01 in accordance with
Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.132.040 as follows:
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A. Approval of the application will not be incompatible or injurious to other
properties or land uses in the vicinity or create conditions materially detrimental to the
public health, safety, and general welfare;
FINDING: The proposed use will not be incompatible or injurious to the other
properties as a hotel is a use that may be conditionally permitted within the C-3 zone.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
proposed mixed use project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The document is intended to be used by the City to
evaluate the project's environmental impacts, if any, to less than a significant level. To
ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against noise, vibrations, and other
factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) specifically
addresses mitigation measures.
The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in Staff's
determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. All new lighting will be fully
shielded and directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. Conditions
of approval have been incorporated to eliminate adverse effects on the environment as
a result of the proposed project. This development 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.
Conditions of approval will specifically address factors such as traffic, noise,
construction hours, screening of mechanical equipment, landscaping, lighting, and the
overall maintenance of the property.
B. The use is consistent with the General Plan;
FINDING: The proposed development is located within a Commercial land use
designation. Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in Rosemead's
commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For this reason, a
hotel may be developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if their projects
include higher design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land Use Element aims to
expand opportunities for concentrated commercial and industrial uses that contribute
jobs and tax revenues to the community.
C. The use is consistent with the provisions of this Zoning Code;
FINDING: This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for the
C-3/D-0 zone, hotel specific requirements, and all applicable referenced code sections
of the Rosemead Municipal Code.
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D. Processing and approval of the permit application are in compliance with
the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; and
The City of Rosemead acting as a Lead Agency, has completed an Initial Study/Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b)
of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Initial Study has been
undertaken to determine if the proposed project may have a significant effect on the
environment. The Initial Study was prepared and completed by Phil Martin &
Associates, Inc., acting as a consultant to the City, in accordance with the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. On the basis of the Initial Study, the
City of Rosemead has concluded that the project would have significant impact, unless
mitigated, therefore a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was prepared. The
MND reflects the independent judgment of the City as a lead agency per CEQA
Guidelines. The project site is not on a list compiled pursuant to Government Code
section 65962.5. The proposed project is not considered a project of statewide,
regional or area-wide significance and would not affect highways or other facilities
under the jurisdiction of the State of California Department of Transportation.
E. If development is provided for under the Conditional Use Permit, the
project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the applicable standards and
Design Guidelines in the overlying district.
FINDING: The subject site is not located in an overlying district with Design
Guidelines. However, the proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the
contemporary design of the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply
various types of materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up
the building's profile. According to the colored renderings, which will be available to
view at the Planning Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of earth
toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all building elevations. The building
cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color. Shades of brown colored stone
veneer will be incorporated into the entry treatment and porte cochere. In addition, the
applicant is proposing to incorporate t/2" horizontal reveals along all elevations.
In addition, the proposed project is consistent with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the
Land Use Element of the City's General Plan in that the goal and policy call for
establishing and applying architectural design review to new commercial development.
SECTION 4. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Zone Change 16-01 in accordance with
Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.060 as follows:
A. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan and any
applicable specific plan;
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FINDING: The proposed amendment is located within a Commercial land use
designation. Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in
Rosemead's commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For
this reason, a hotel may be developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if their
projects include higher design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land Use Element
aims to expand opportunities for concentrated commercial and industrial uses that
contribute jobs and tax revenues to the community. The proposed amendment is not
located in a specific plan area.
B. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City; and
FINDING: The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public
interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The subject site is currently
zoned C-31D-O and P-D. The proposed amendment would correct the dual zone
classification by changing the subject site to only C-3/D-O.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for
the proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA). The document is intended to be used by the City to evaluate the
project's environmental impacts, if any, to less than a significant level. To ensure that
the surrounding properties are protected against noise, vibrations, and other factors,
the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) specifically addresses
mitigation measures
C. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating
characteristics, shape, size, topography, and the provision of public and emergency
vehicle access, and public services and utilities and is served by highways and streets
adequate in width and improvement to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the
proposed use would likely generate, to ensure that the proposed use(s) and/or
development will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the
property or improvements in the vicinity in which the property is located.
FINDING: The proposed amendment is physically suitable for the subject site
as a portion of the site is already zone C-3/D-O. Staff has verified that the proposed
hotel would be in compliance with the applicable development standards of the
Rosemead Zoning Code. In addition, a traffic impact study was completed for the
project. The Study analyzes trip generation and level of service impacts upon six
nearby intersections. Based on the traffic study, the project traffic will not cause any of
the six studied intersections to exceed an unacceptable level of service or exceed their
existing level of service. All area roadways will continue to operate within their design
capacity. The project will have less-than signification traffic impacts to the six studied
area intersections. The City Engineer and City's Traffic Consultant has reviewed the
traffic study and finds it acceptable and the study has been relied on in the Mitigated
Negative Declaration.
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SECTION 5. The Planning Commission HEREBY RECOMMENDS CITY
COUNCIL APPROVAL of Design Review 16-02, Conditional Use Permit 16-01, and
Zone Change 16-01 for the construction of a Hampton Suites & Inn, subject to the
Conditions of Approval.
SECTION 6. This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning
Commission on March 6, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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 61h day of March, 2017.
Daniel Lopez, 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 6'h day of
March, 2017, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Michelle Ramirez, Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Gregory M. Murphy, Planning Commission Attorney
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
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EXHIBIT "B"
RESOLUTION 2017-10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 16-02 AND CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 16-01FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW HAMPTON INN &
SUITES WITH 123 GUEST ROOMS. THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED
AT 8900 GLENDON WAY IN A C-3/D-O AND A P-D ZONES (APN: 5390-
018-036).
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2016, Ivar Eagle, LLC submitted entitlement applications
for the construction of a new Hampton Inn & Suites with 123 guest rooms, located at 8900
Glendon Way; and
WHEREAS, 8900 Glendon Way is located in a C-31D-0 and a P-D zones; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Sections 17.28.020(A)(I) and 17.28.020(C)
provides the purpose and criteria for a design review; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.132.040 provides the criteria for a
conditional use permit; and
WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and
Rosemead Municipal Code Sections 17.28.020(C) and 17.132.040 authorizes the Planning
Commission to approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the Design Review or Conditional
Use Permit applications; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2017, an Initial Environmental Study for the proposed
project was completed finding that the proposed project would have a less than significant effect
on the environment and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared, in accordance with the
guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act, and local environmental guidelines; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2017, twenty-three (23) notices were sent to property
owners within a 300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in six (6)
public locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the Los Angeles
County Clerk, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date, time, and location of
the public hearing for Design Review 16-02 and Conditional Use Permit 16-01, pursuant to
California Government Code Section 65091(a)(3); and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2017, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Design Review 16-02
and Conditional Use Permit 16-01; and
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WHEREAS, on March 6, 2017, the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead,
recommended that the City Council consider a Mitigated Negative Declaration as the
environmental clearance for Design Review 16-02 and Conditional Use Permit 16-01; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2017, twenty-three (23) notices were sent to property owners
within a 300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in six (6) public
locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the Los Angeles County
Clerk, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date, time,and location of the public
hearing for Design Review 16-02 and Conditional Use Permit 16-01, pursuant to California
Government Code Section 65091(a)(3); and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on March 28, 2017, to
consider the Mitigated Negative Declaration and approval of Design Review 16-02 and
Conditional Use Permit 16-01; and
WHEREAS, the City Council fully studied the proposed Design Review 16-02,
Conditional Use Permit 16-01, and Mitigated Negative Declaration, environmental findings, and
considered all public comments; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, having final approval authority over this project, has
reviewed and considered all comments received during the public review period prior to the
approval of this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
HEREBY FINDS, DECLARES,AND RECOMMENDS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby makes a finding of adequacy with the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and HEREBY ADOPTS the Mitigated Negative Declaration, as the
environmental clearance for Design Review 16-02 and Conditional Use Permit 16-01.
SECTION 2. The CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Design Review 16-02 in accordance with Section 17.28.020(C) as
fol lows:
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 proposed development is located within a Commercial land use
designation. The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in Staff's
determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. The proposed project is consistent
with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the Land Use Element of the City's General Plan in that the goal
and policy call for establishing and applying architectural design review to new commercial
development.
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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: To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected against noise,
vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)
specifically addresses mitigation measures. All new lighting will be fully shielded and directed
downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. Conditions of approval have been
incorporated to eliminate adverse effects on the environment as a result of the proposed project.
This development 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. Conditions of approval will specifically address factors
such as noise, 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 buildings 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 improve the aesthetics of the corner by
establishing a new hotel development of high architectural quality. The improvements to the site
will provide a marked improvement over the existing appearance of the intersection of Ivar
Avenue and Glendon Way.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of the
Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of materials to the
exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's profile. According to the
colored renderings, the applicant is proposing a mixture of earth toned exterior smooth stucco
finish throughout all building elevations. The building cornice will be smoothly finished in an
off-white color. Shades of brown colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry
treatment and porte cochere. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate IA" horizontal
reveals along all elevations. As proposed, the project will not negatively change the appearance
of the surrounding built environment.
Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a development that is an aesthetic
upgrade over the surrounding area and that has the potential to enhance land values in the general
area. This is due to the proposed new building facade with higher quality materials, a design that
blends better with the arca, and greatly improved landscaping and parking lot area.
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 Center or in public or educational
use, or are within or immediately adjacent to land included within any precise plan which
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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, so there is no special need to create harmony with the
general area. Notwithstanding this, the approved design will create a development that is an
aesthetic upgrade over the surrounding area and that has the potential to enhance land values in
the general area. This is due to the proposed new building facade with higher quality materials, a
design that blends better with the area, and greatly improved landscaping and parking lot area.
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: This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for the C-
3/D-0 zone, hotel specific requirements, 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,
luminaires 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: Access to the site will be provided via two driveways along Glendon Way
and Iva" Avenue. The subject site will have a total of 125 surface parking spaces, which
includes 95 standard parking spaces, 20 compact spaces, five RV parking spaces, and five
handicapped parking spaces.
New exterior lighting is proposed for the property. New wall mounted fixtures will be
placed along the front, side, and rear of the building. New light standards will be installed in the
parking lot area. All new lighting will be fully shielded and directed downwards to mitigate
glare on adjacent properties.
The proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary design of the
Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of materials to the
exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's profile. According to the
colored renderings, which will be available to view at the Planning Commission meeting, the
applicant is proposing a mixture of earth toned exterior smooth stucco finish throughout all
building elevations. The building cornice will be smoothly finished in an off-white color.
Shades of brown colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry treatment and porte
cochere. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate '/" horizontal reveals along all
elevations. As proposed, the project will not negatively change the appearance of the
surrounding built environment.
SECTION 3. The CITY COUNCIL HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 16-01 in accordance with Rosemead
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Municipal Code Section 17.132.040 as follows
A. Approval of the application will not be incompatible or injurious to other
properties or land uses in the vicinity or create conditions materially detrimental to the public
health, safety, and general welfare;
FINDING: The proposed use will not be incompatible or injurious to the other properties
as a hotel is a use that may be conditionally permitted within the C-3 zone. The City has
completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed mixed use
project pursuant to Section 15070(6) of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA). The
document is intended to be used by the City to evaluate the project's environmental impacts, if
any, to less than a significant level. To ensure that the surrounding properties are protected
against noise, vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
(MMRP) specifically addresses mitigation measures.
The applicant has provided a design of high aesthetic quality, which in Staffs
determination will improve the aesthetics of the intersection. All new lighting will be fully
shielded and directed downwards to mitigate glare on adjacent properties. Conditions of
approval have been incorporated to eliminate adverse effects on the environment as a result of
the proposed project. This development 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. Conditions of approval will
specifically address factors such as traffic, noise, construction hours, screening of mechanical
equipment,landscaping, lighting, and the overall maintenance of the property.
B. The use is consistent with the General Plan;
FINDING: The proposed development is located within a Commercial land use
designation. Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in Rosemead's
commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For this reason, a hotel
may be developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if their projects include higher
design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land Use Element aims to expand opportunities for
concentrated commercial and industrial uses that contribute jobs and tax revenues to the
community.
C. The use is consistent with the provisions of this Zoning Code;
FINDING: This proposed development meets all of the code requirements for the C-31D-
0 zone, hotel specific requirements, and all applicable referenced code sections of the Rosemead
Municipal Code.
D. Processing and approval of the permit application are in compliance with the
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; and
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The City of Rosemead acting as a Lead Agency, has completed an Initial Study/Draft
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(b) of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The Initial Study has been undertaken to
determine if the proposed project may have a significant effect on the environment. The Initial
Study was prepared and completed by Phil Martin & Associates, Inc., acting as a consultant to
the City, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. On
the basis of the Initial Study, the City of Rosemead has concluded that the project would have
significant impact, unless mitigated, therefore a Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND)
was prepared. The MND reflects the independent judgment of the City as a lead agency per
CEQA Guidelines. The project site is not on a list compiled pursuant to Government Code
section 65962.5. The proposed project is not considered a project of statewide, regional or area-
wide significance and would not affect highways or other facilities under the jurisdiction of the
State of California Department of Transportation.
E. If development is provided for under the Conditional Use Permit, the project is
consistent with the goals and objectives of the applicable standards and Design Guidelines in
the overlying district.
FINDING: The subject site is not located in an overlying district with Design
Guidelines. However, the proposed design of the hotel is consistent with the contemporary
design of the Hampton Inn and Suites. The applicant proposes to apply various types of
materials to the exterior walls of the commercial building to break-up the building's profile.
According to the colored renderings, which will he available to view at the Planning
Commission meeting, the applicant is proposing a mixture of earth toned exterior smooth stucco
finish throughout all building elevations. The building cornice will be smoothly finished in an
off-white color. Shades of brown colored stone veneer will be incorporated into the entry
treatment and porte cochcre. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate 'A" horizontal
reveals along all elevations.
In addition, the proposed project is consistent with the Goal 2, Policy 2.7 of the Iand
Use Element of the City's General Plan in that the goal and policy call for establishing and
applying architectural design review to new commercial development.
SECTION 4. The City Council HEREBY APPROVES Design Review 16-02 and
Conditional Use Permit 16-01 for the construction of a new Hampton Inn & Suites with 123
guest rooms, subject to the Conditions of Approval.
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SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and hereafter
the same shall be in full force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED,AND ADOPTED this 28°i day of March, 2017.
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
Rachel Richman, City Attorney Marc Donohue, City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) §
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
1, Marc Donohue, City Clerk of the City Council of the City of Rosemead, California, do hereby
certify that the foregoing City Council Resolution, No. 2017-10, was duly adopted by the City
Council of the City of Rosemead, California, at a special meeting thereof held on the 28th day of
March,2017, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Marc Donohue, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT "C"
Ordinance No. 972
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 16-01 CHANGING THE DUAL ZONING
CLASSIFICATION OF ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 5390-018-036 AT
8900 GLENDON WAY (FORMERLY 3520 IVAR AVENUE) FROM
MEDIUM COMMERCIAL WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY AND PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT (C-3/D-0 AND PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) TO THE
MEDIUM COMMERCIAL WITH A DESIGN OVERLAY (C-31D-O)ZONE.
WHEREAS, the City of Rosemead has all adopted Zoning Ordinance and associated
maps, including specific development standards to control development; and
WHEREAS, approval of Zone Change 16-01 would designate Assessor's Parcel Number
5390-018-036 to C-31D-O zone; and
WHEREAS, State Planning and Zoning Law, Title 17, and Rosemead Municipal Code
Section 17.152.060 authorizes and sets standards for approval of Zone Change applications and
governs development of private properties; and
WHEREAS, Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.050 authorizes the City Council
to approve zone change applications; and
WHEREAS, City of Rosemead policy encourages consistency of its Zoning Code with
the General Plan and promotes separation of conflicting land uses through good planning
practices; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2017, an Initial Environmental Study for the proposed
project was completed finding that the proposed project would have a less than significant effect
on the environment and a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared, in accordance with the
guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act, and local environmental guidelines; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2017, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to
receive testimony, and after hearing all testimonies from the public, the Commission
recommended approval to the City Council of Zone Change 16-01; and
WHEREAS, on March 6, 2017, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 17-04,
thereby recommending approval to the City Council of Zonc Change 16-01; and
WHEREAS, on March 16, 2017, twenty-three (23) notices were sent to property owners
within a 300-feet radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted in six (6) public
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locations, on-site, published in the Rosemead Reader, and filed with the Los Angeles County
Clerk, specifying the availability of the application, plus the date, time, and location of the public
hearing for Zone Change 16-01, pursuant to California Government Code Section 65091(a)(3);
and
WHEREAS,on March 28, 2017, the City Council held a public hearing to receive public
testimony relative to Zone Change 16-01; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has sufficiently considered all testimony presented to them
and hereby make the following determination:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of
Rosemead as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby makes a finding of adequacy with the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and HEREBY ADOPTS the Mitigated Negative Declaration, as the
environmental clearance for Zone Change 16-01.
The City Council, having final approval authority over this project, has reviewed and
considered all comments received during the public review period prior to the approval of this
project.
SECTION 2. The City Council HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that Zone
Change 16-01 is in the best interest of the public necessity and general welfare, and good city
planning practice dictates and supports the proposed zone change, in that the amendment to the
Zoning Map will correct the dual zoning of C-3/13-O and P-D to only C-3/D-O.
SECTION 3. The City Council FURTHER FINDS AND DETERMINES HEREBY
FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to justify approving Zone Change 16-01 in
accordance with Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.152.060 as follows:
A. The proposed amendment is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable
specific plan;
FINDING: The proposed amendment is located within a Commercial land use
designation. Per the Land Use Element of the General plan, businesses in Rosemead's
commercial districts contribute substantially to the City's tax revenue. For this reason, a hotel
may he developed up to a maximum permitted FAR of 1.0:1 if their projects include higher
design standards. In addition, Goal 2 of the Land Use Element aims to expand opportunities
for concentrated commercial and industrial uses that contribute jobs and tax revenues to the
community. The proposed amendment is not located in a specific plan area.
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B. The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,
convenience, or welfare of the City; and
FINDING: The proposed amendment will not be detrimental to the public interest,
health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The subject site is currently zoned C-31D-O
and P-D. The proposed amendment would correct the dual zone classification by changing the
subject site to only C-3/D-O.
The City has completed an Initial Study/Draft Mitigated Negative Declaration for the
proposed project pursuant to Section 15070(h) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). The document is intended to he used by the City to evaluate the project's
environmental impacts, if any, to less than a significant level. To ensure that the surrounding
properties arc protected against noise, vibrations, and other factors, the Mitigation Monitoring
and Reporting Program (MMRP) specifically addresses mitigation measures
C. The affected site is physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating
characteristics, shape, size, topography, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle
access, and public services and utilities and is served by highways and streets adequate in width
and improvement to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the proposed use would likely
generate, to ensure that the proposed use(s) and/or development will not endanger,jeopardize,
or otherwise constitute a hazard to the property or improvements in the vicinity in which the
property is located.
FINDING: The proposed amendment is physically suitable for the subject site as a
portion of the site is already zone C-3/D-O. Staff has verified that the proposed hotel would be
in compliance with the applicable development standards of the Rosemead Zoning Code. In
addition, a traffic impact study was completed for the project. The Study analyzes trip generation
and level of service impacts upon six nearby intersections. Based on the traffic study, the project
traffic will not cause any of the six studied intersections to exceed an unacceptable level of
service or exceed their existing level of service. All area roadways will continue to operate
within their design capacity. The project will have less-than signification traffic impacts to the
six studied area intersections. The City Engineer and City's Traffic Consultant has reviewed the
traffic study and finds it acceptable and the study has been relied on in the Mitigated Negative
Declaration.
SECTION 4. The City Council hereby AMENDS the City's Zoning Map to change the
zoning of Assessor's Parcel Number 5390-018-036 from C-3/D-O and P-D to C-3/D-O and
DIRECTS City Staff to make the appropriate change to the official zoning map.
SECTION 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of
this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court
of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of
this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance and
each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or
unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the ordinance would be subsequently
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declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 5. Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify this ordinance and cause
it to be published in the manner required by law.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. This ordinance will be effective 30 days after adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ORDAINED this XX day of XX, 2017.
Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
Rachel Richman, City Attorney Marc Donohue, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT "D"
DESIGN REVIEW 16-02 AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 16-01
8900 GLENDON WAY
(APN: 5390-018-036)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
March 28, 2017
Standard Conditions of Approvals
1. Design Review 16-02 and Conditional Use Permit 16-01 ("Project") are approved
for the construction of a new Hampton Inn & Suites with 123 guest rooms, in
accordance with the preliminary plans marked Exhibit "C", dated February 23, 2017.
Any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for the review and
approval of the Planning Division.
2. The following conditions must be complied to the satisfaction of the Planning
Division prior to final approval of the associated plans, building permits, occupancy
permits, or any other appropriate request.
3. The conditions listed on this exhibit shall be copied directly onto any development
plans subsequently submitted to the Planning and Building Divisions.
4. Approval of Project shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant(s) have
filed with the City of Rosemead ("City") 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.
5. Project is approved for a period of one (1) year. The applicant(s) shall commence
the approved 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 Project
has been unused, abandoned, or discontinued for a period of one (1) year, it shall
become null and void.
6. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and/or
approve minor modifications to the project and to these conditions of approval.
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7. Project 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
Project.
8. The applicant(s) 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 applicant(s) 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.
10. 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. Prior to issuance of
building permits, any required school fees shall be paid. The applicant shall provide
the City with written verification of compliance from the applicable school districts.
11. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six (6) inches tall with a
minimum character width of 3/4 inch, 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.
12. The Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, and Engineering Division shall
have access to the project site at any time during construction to monitor progress.
13. All requirements of the Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, and
Engineering Division shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the
proposed construction.
14. All ground level mechanical/utility equipment (including meters, back flow
prevention devices, fire valves, NC 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.
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15. All new roof-top appurtenances and equipment shall be adequately screened from
view to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. Such equipment shall not exceed
the height of the parapet wall. There shall be no mechanical equipment located on
the sides of the building.
16. The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved and re-painted
periodically to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. In
accordance with the Rosemead Municipal Code, all designated parking stalls shall
be double striped. Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly
manner to the satisfaction of the Planning Division.
17. The site shall be maintained in a graffiti-free state. Any graffiti shall be removed
within twenty-four (24) hours.
18. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and/or initiation of
revocation proceedings.
Project Specific Conditions of Approval
19. The on-site public hearing notice posting shall be removed within 10-days of Project
approval.
20. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday
through Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any federal
holiday. The applicant shall abide by the noise control sections of the Rosemead
Municipal Code.
21. A final wall plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval
prior to the issuance of building permits. All walls and/or fences height shall comply
with the requirements in the Rosemead Municipal Code and shall match or
complement the commercial building in color, material, and design.
22. A final landscape and irrigation plan shall be submitted to the Planning Division for
review and approval prior to the issuance of building permits. The landscape and
irrigation plan shall comply with the City's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and
with the Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance
and include a sprinkler system with automatic timers and moisture sensors.
23. The new trash enclosure shall comply with the currently applicable section of the
Rosemead Municipal Code.
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24. All parking spaces comply with the currently applicable section of the Rosemead
Municipal Code. All covered parking spaces shall be free and clear with no
obstruction.
25. Prior to the issuance of Building permits, the Developer shall develop a
comprehensive Construction Management Plan, subject to the review and approval
of the Planning Division, Building and Safety Division, and Public Works
Department. The Construction Management Plan shall address noise, vibrations,
traffic control, parking, debris removal, staging, dust control, sanitary facilities, and
other potential construction impacts, as well as other details involving the means
and methods of completing the project, including the construction equipment route.
The City has the authority to require modifications and amendments to the
Construction Management Plan as deemed necessary throughout the course of the
project and until the final inspection.
26. A construction notice shall be mailed to residents within a 300' radius from the
project site to inform them of the commencement of construction.
27. The development shall comply with the recorded Declaration of Restrictions and
Grant of Easements between 8920 Glendon Way (APN: 5390-018-034) and the
subject lot (8900 Glendon Way, APN: 5390-018-036).
28. Any exterior lighting shall be fully shielded and directed downwards as to not project
over the property lines of the subject site.
29. Planning Division approval of sign plans must be obtained prior to obtaining building
permits and/or installation for any signs.
Engineering Conditions of Approval
GENERAL
30. A Topographic survey indicating the existing property lines, existing easements and
proposed site plan layout. This should indicate right of way dimensions, existing
sidewalk dimensions, street dimensions, street cross sections at Ivar Avenue and
Glendon Way, utilities, etc. if a proposed structure encroach into Caltrans
easements, an approved letter from Caltrans should be submitted to the City.
31. No Certificate of Occupancy shall be obtained if the improvements are not installed.
Otherwise, 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.
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32. The City reserves the right to impose any new plan check and/or permit fees.
33. The catch basins fronting the proposed project shall be modified, to provide
automatic retractable screens to screen storm water from trash, etc. to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer. All new on-site storm drainage systems shall be
designed to retain the first 3/4 inches of storm water runoff and to prevent cross lot
drainage and comply with all storm water regulations. A $2,000.00 fee will be
required per each storm drain catch basin or inlets immediately downstream of the
project for retro-fitting were necessary pursuant to Los Angeles River Trash TMDL
requirements.
34. Prior to performing any grading, obtain a permit from the Engineering Division.
Submit grading and drainage plans per the City's grading guidelines and the latest
edition of the Los Angeles County Building Code. The plans shall be stamped and
signed by a California State Registered Civil Engineer.
35. 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.
36. Historical or existing storm water flow from adjacent lots must be received and
directed by gravity to the public street, to a public drainage facility, or an approved
drainage easement.
37. Prepare and submit hydrology and hydraulic calculations for sizing of all proposed
drainage devices. The analysis shall also determine if changes in the post
development versus pre development conditions have occurred. The analysis shall
be stamped by a California State Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the
Los Angeles County Department of Public Works Hydrology Method.
38. All grading projects require an Erosion Control Plan as part of the grading plans.
Grading permit will not be issued until and Erosion Control Plan is approved by the
Engineering Department.
39. The project is greater than one acre; therefore, a Storm Water Pollution Plan is
required. A Notice of Intent (NOI) shall be filed with the State Water Resources
Control Board. When submitting the SWPPP for the City's review, please include
the NOI and the Waste Discharger Identification (WDID) number.
ROAD
40. All work proposed within the public right-of-way shall require permits from the Public
Works Department.
41. Remove and replace existing curb and gutter from property line to property line.
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42. Remove and replace sidewalk from property line to property line, minimum five feet
wide. Sidewalk shall be Barcelona Brown per Scottfield Products or approved
equal.
43. Remove and replace existing curb ramp per ADA compliance.
44. Remove and construct driveway approaches as indicated on the plans.
45. All proposed and existing parking area shall be paved.
46. Parkway and parking lot trees shall be a minimum of 36-inch box.
47. Submit civil plans prepared and stamped by a California State Registered Civil
Engineer for offsite improvements along Ivar Avenue and Glendon Way including
sidewalk, landscape parkway, curb and gutter, driveways, ramps, lighting, sewer
connections, etc. for review and approval.
48. A Pedestrian route circulation study of commercial businesses and neighborhood
which addresses pedestrian travel and indicate any needed improvements shall be
developed.
SEWER
49. Prepare and submit a sewer calculations analysis for sizing of proposed laterals
including capacity conditions of existing sewer trunk line. The analysis shall be
stamped by a California State Registered Civil Engineer and prepared per the Los
Angeles County Department of Public Works Guidelines. This sewer analysis shall
be submitted to Los Angeles County Department of Public Works Sewer Division
for review and approval. Any existing deficiency or future deficiency on the sewer
line found by this analysis shall be mitigated by the applicant at his/her own
expenses.
50. All existing laterals to be abandoned shall be capped at the public right of way to
the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the Building Official of the City of
Rosemead. Proposed laterals shall be connected to main line along Ivar Avenue.
UTILITIES
51. All power, telephone, and cable television shall be underground.
52. Any utilities that are in conflict with the development shall be relocated at the
developer's expense.
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53. A street lighting plan and parking lighting shall be developed using ornamental
lights with underground services as necessary to accommodate the proposed
development.
WATER
54. To provide fire protection for the proposed development, the project shall be
approved by the Los Angeles County Fire Department for approval.
55. Water hydrants, water meter boxes, and utilities boxes shall be located eight (8)
feet away from parkway trees and three (3) feet away from driveway approaches.
Mitigation Measure Conditions
Aesthetics
56. Prior to the issuance of a building permit the project applicant shall submit a
lighting plan for approval by the Planning Division that incorporates any of the
following light reducing measures as applicable:
• Select lighting fixtures with more-precise optical control and/or different
lighting distribution.
• Relocate and/or change the height and/or orientation of proposed lighting
fixtures.
• Add external shielding and/or internal reflectors to fixtures.
• Select lower-output lamp/lamp technologies.
• A combination of the above.
Air Quality
57. During construction, the contractor shall apply water three times daily, or non-
toxic soil stabilizers according to manufacturers' specifications, to all unpaved
parking or staging areas, unpaved road surfaces, and active construction areas.
Cultural Resources
58. The project developer shall retain a qualified professional archaeologist who
meets U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications and Standards,
to conduct an Archaeological Sensitivity Training for construction personnel prior
to commencement of excavation activities. The training session shall be carried
out by a cultural resources professional with expertise in archaeology, who
meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications and
Standards. The training session shall include a handout and will focus on how to
identify archaeological resources that may be encountered during earthmoving
activities and the procedures to be followed in such an event, the duties of
archaeological monitors, and, the general steps a qualified professional
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archaeologist would follow in conducting a salvage investigation if one is
necessary.
59. In the event that archaeological resources are unearthed during ground-
disturbing activities, ground-disturbing activities shall be halted or diverted away
from the vicinity of the find so that the find can be evaluated. A buffer area of at
least 50 feet shall be established around the find where construction activities
shall not be allowed to continue until a qualified archaeologist has examined the
newly discovered artifact(s) and has evaluated the area of the find. Work shall
be allowed to continue outside of the buffer area. All archaeological resources
unearthed by project construction activities shall be evaluated by a qualified
professional archaeologist, who meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's
Professional Qualifications and Standards. Should the newly discovered artifacts
be determined to be prehistoric, Native American Tribes/Individuals shall be
contacted and consulted and Native American construction monitoring should
be initiated. The project developer and the City shall coordinate with the
archaeologist to develop an appropriate treatment plan for the resources. The
plan may include implementation of archaeological data recovery excavations to
address treatment of the resource along with subsequent laboratory processing
and analysis.
60. The project developer shall retain a qualified professional archaeologist, who
meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications and
Standards to conduct periodic Archaeological Spot Checks beginning at depths
below two (2) feet to determine if construction excavations have exposed or have
a high probability to expose archaeological resources. After the initial
Archaeological Spot Check, further periodic checks shall be conducted at the
discretion of the qualified archaeologist. If the qualified archaeologist determines
that construction excavations have exposed or have a high probability to expose
archaeological artifacts construction monitoring for Archaeological Resources
shall be required. The project developer shall retain a qualified archaeological
monitor, who will work under the guidance and direction of a professional
archaeologist, who meets the qualifications set forth by the U.S. Secretary of
the Interior's Professional Qualifications and Standards. The archaeological
monitor shall be present during all construction excavations (e.g., grading,
trenching, or clearing/grubbing) into non-fill younger Pleistocene alluvial
sediments. Multiple earth-moving construction activities may require multiple
archaeological monitors. The frequency of monitoring shall be based on the rate
of excavation and grading activities, proximity to known archaeological
resources, the materials being excavated (native versus artificial fill soils), and
the depth of excavation, and if found, the abundance and type of archaeological
resources encountered. Full-time monitoring can be reduced to part-time
inspections if determined adequate by the project archaeologist.
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61. The archaeological monitor, under the direction of a qualified professional
archaeologist who meets the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Professional
Qualifications and Standards, shall prepare a final report at the conclusion of
archaeological monitoring. The report shall be submitted to the project
developer, the South Central Costal Information Center, the City, and
representatives of other appropriate or concerned agencies to signify the
satisfactory completion of the project and required mitigation measures. The
report shall include a description of resources unearthed, if any, evaluation of the
resources with respect to the California Register and CEQA, and treatment of the
resources.
62. The project developer shall retain a professional paleontologist, who meets the
qualifications set forth by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, to conduct a
Paleontological Sensitivity Training for construction personnel prior to
commencement of excavation activities. The training will include a handout and
will focus on how to identify paleontological resources that may be encountered
during earthmoving activities, and the procedures to be followed in such an
event; the duties of paleontological monitors; notification and other procedures to
follow upon discovery of resources; and, the general steps a qualified
professional paleontologist would follow in conducting a salvage investigation if
one is necessary.
63. The project developer shall retain a professional paleontologist, who meets the
qualifications set forth by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, shall conduct
periodic Paleontological Spot Checks beginning at depths below six (6) feet to
determine if construction excavations have extended into the Miocene Puente
Formation or into Pleistocene older alluvial deposits. After the initial
Paleontological Spot Check, further periodic checks will be conducted at the
discretion of the qualified paleontologist. If the qualified paleontologist
determines that construction excavations have extended into the Puente
Formation or into older Pleistocene alluvial deposits, construction monitoring for
Paleontological Resources will be required. The project developer shall retain a
qualified paleontological monitor, who will work under the guidance and direction
of a professional paleontologist, who meets the qualifications set forth by the
Society of Vertebrate Paleontology. The paleontological monitor shall be present
during all construction excavations (e.g., grading, trenching, or clearing/grubbing)
into the Puente Formation or into older Pleistocene alluvial deposits. Multiple
earth-moving construction activities may require multiple paleontological
monitors. The frequency of monitoring shall be based on the rate of excavation
and grading activities, proximity to known paleontological resources and/or
unique geological features, the materials being excavated (native versus artificial
fill soils), and the depth of excavation, and if found, the abundance and type of
paleontological resources and/or unique geological features encountered. Full-
time monitoring can be reduced to part-time inspections if determined adequate
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by the qualified professional paleontologist.
64. In the event that paleontological resources and/or unique geological features are
unearthed during ground-disturbing activities, ground-disturbing activities shall be
halted or diverted away from the vicinity of the find so that the find can be
evaluated. A buffer area of at least 50 feet shall be established around the find
where construction activities shall not be allowed to continue until appropriate
paleontological treatment plan has been approved by the Applicant and the City.
Work shall be allowed to continue outside of the buffer area. The project
developer and the City shall coordinate with a professional paleontologist, who
meets the qualifications set forth by the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology, to
develop an appropriate treatment plan for the resources. Treatment may include
implementation of paleontological salvage excavations to remove the resource
along with subsequent laboratory processing and analysis or preservation in
place. At the paleontologist's discretion and to reduce construction delay, the
grading and excavation contractor shall assist in removing rock samples for initial
processing.
65. Upon completion of the above activities, the professional paleontologist shall
prepare a report summarizing the results of the monitoring and salvaging efforts,
the methodology used in these efforts, as well as a description of the fossils
collected and their significance. The report shall be submitted to the project
developer, the City, the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, and
representatives of other appropriate or concerned agencies to signify the
satisfactory completion of the project and required mitigation measures.
66. If human remains are unearthed during implementation of the project, the City of
Rosemead and the project developer shall comply with State Health and Safety
Code Section 7050.5. The City of Rosemead and the project developer shall
immediately notify the County Coroner and no further disturbance shall occur
until the County Coroner has made the necessary findings as to origin and
disposition pursuant to PRC Section 5097.98. If the remains are determined to
be of Native American descent, the coroner has 24 hours to notify the Native
American Heritage Commission (NAHC). The NAHC shall then identify the
person(s) thought to be the Most Likely Descendent (MLD). After the MLD has
inspected the remains and the site, they have 48 hours to recommend to the
landowner the treatment and/or disposal, with appropriate dignity, the human
remains and any associated funerary objects. Upon the reburial of the human
remains, the MLD shall file a record of the reburial with the NAHC and the project
archaeologist shall file a record of the reburial with the CHRIS-SCCIC. If the
NAHC is unable to identify a MLD, or the MLD identified fails to make a
recommendation, or the landowner rejects the recommendation of the MLD and
the mediation provided for in Subdivision (k) of Section 5097.94, if invoked, fails
to provide measures acceptable to the landowner, the landowner or his or her
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authorized representative shall inter the human remains and items associated
with Native American human remains with appropriate dignity on the property in
a location not subject to further and future subsurface disturbance.
Geology and Soils
67. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the project shall be designed for a peak
acceleration value of 0.950 as recommended in the geotechnical engineering
investigation and approved by the City Engineer.
Hydrology and Water Quality
68. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit, the project developer shall submit a
Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) to the City for approval.
All applicable erosion control measures including Best Management Practices to
reduce erosion and minimize water quality impacts during grading and
construction shall be installed and maintained during construction to control
water quality impacts.
69. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first residential unit or
leasing the first retail space, the project developer shall install a surface storm
water collection system to collect and treat the first 3/4 of an inch of surface water
runoff from the site as approved by the City Engineer.
70. Prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the first residential unit or
leasing the first retail space, the project developer shall install a planter box along
the southern project boundary with capacity to filter the first 3/4 inch of project
generated storm water prior to its discharge into Ivor Avenue.
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Los Angeles County Fire Department Conditions of Approval
CIT( 0ie-(Ic stn
Allpilk COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION
Land Development Unit
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce,CA 90040
Telephone (323)890-4243,Fax(323)890-9783
PROJECT: Rosemead CUP 16-01 & MAP DATE: FD 01/31/2017
Zone Change 16-01
LOCATION: 8910 Glendon Way, Rosemead
PLANNER: Lily T.Valenzuela
REVISED CONDITIONS: Supersedes Fire Dept. Comments 11/30/2017
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDS CLEARANCE OF THIS PROJECT TO
PROCEED TO PUBLIC HEARING AS PRESENTLY SUBMITTED WITH THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL—ACCESS
1. The Fire Apparatus Access Roads for this project are Glendon Way and Ivar
Avenue. On-site is not required as long as access is reached to within 150 feet
of all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building,as measured
by an approved route around the exterior of the building.
2. When the height of the building above the lowest level of the Fire Apparatus
Access Road is more than 30 feet high,and or the building is more than three
stories,the public street may be used for ladder truck access when the building
wall is within 20 feet of the public street and there are no obstructions such as
street parking, power and telephone lines,trees, etc.
3. Fire Apparatus Access Roads must be installed and maintained in a serviceable
manner prior to and during the lime of construction. Fire Code 501.4
4. The dimensions of the approved Fire Apparatus Access Roads shall be
maintained as originally approved by the lire code official. Fire Code 5032.2.1
5. Provide approved signs or other approved notices or markings that include the
words"NO PARKING-FIRE LANE". Signs shall have a minimum dimension of
12 inches wide by 18 inches high and have red letters on a white reflective
background. Signs shall be provided for fire apparatus access roads,to clearly
indicate the entrance to such road,or prohibit the obstruction thereof and at
intervals, as required by the Fire Inspector. Fire Code 503.3
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o, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
"� '' FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION
Mrprze
Land Development Unit
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
Telephone (323)890-4243, Fax(323) 890-9783
PROJECT: Rosemead CUP 16-01 & MAP DATE: FD 01/31/2017
Zone Change 16-01
LOCATION: 8910 Glendon Way, Rosemead
PLANNER: Lily T.Valenzuela
6. A minimum 5 foot wide approved firefighter access walkway leading from the fire
department access road to all required openings in the building's exterior walls
shall be provided for firefighting and rescue purposes. Fire Code 504.1
7. Fire Apparatus Access Roads shall not be obstructed in any manner, including
by the parking of vehicles, or the use of traffic calming devices, including but not
limited to, speed bumps or speed humps. The minimum widths and clearances
established in Section 503.2.1 shall be maintained at all times. Fire Code 503.4
8. Security barriers,visual screen barriers or other obstructions shall not be
installed on the roof of any building in such a manner as to obstruct firefighter
access or egress in the event of fire or other emergency. Parapets shall not
exceed 48 inches from the top of the parapet to the roof surface on more than
two sides. Fire Code 504.5
9. Approved building address numbers, building numbers or approved building
identification shall be provided and maintained so as to be plainly visible and
legible from the street fronting the property.The numbers shall contrast with their
background, be Arabic numerals or alphabet letters,and be a minimum of 4
inches high with a minimum stroke width of 0.5 inch. Fire Code 505.1
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL—WATER STSTEM
1. All required PUBLIC fire hydrants shall be installed,tested and accepted prior to
beginning construction. Fire Code 501.4
2. The required fire flow for the public fire hydrants for this project is 2000 gpm at 20
psi residual pressure for 2 hours.Two(2)public fire hydrants flowing
simultaneously may be used to achieve the required fire flow. Fire Code 507.3&
Appendix B105.1
a. The fire flow is adequate for this proposed project per fire flow tested
dated 10/27/2016 by California American Water.
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O COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT
__. a, �- FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION
Land Development Unit
5823 Rickenbacker Road
Commerce, CA 90040
Telephone(323)890-4243, Fax(323) 890-9783
PROJECT: Rosemead CUP 16-01 & MAP DATE: FD 01/31/2017
Zone Change 16-01
LOCATION: 8910 Glendon Way, Rosemead
PLANNER: Lily T. Valenzuela
3. An approved automatic fire sprinkler system is required for the proposed
buildings within this development. Submit design plans to the Fire Department
Sprinkler Plan Check Unit for review and approval prior to installation.
For any questions regarding the report, please contact FPEA Wally Collins at(323) 890-
4243 or at Wally.Collins@fire.lacounty.gov.
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EXHIBIT "E"
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ORDINANCE NO. 199 -
AiR.ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY
FRCP' ZONE R-1, R-3 AND R-3-D TO P-O
AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DOES'HEREBY ORDAIN AS
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Section 1. The following described
ribed proerty in the
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City of Rosemead resently classified R-3 and R-3-D Is
reclassified and zoned P-0:
portions of Lots 1 and 3, in Block 7 of Rosemead,
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City of Rosemead. County of Los Angeles, State
oCalifornia, as per map recorded in Book 21, pages 114
and 115 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder,
and that portion of Tract' No. 227 In the Cityof Rosemead,
County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map
56reof r in the office of
saidr county ded iq Recorook der,pdescibed asP follows:
• Beginning at the northeat corner of Lot 5 ofsaid
TractNo. 22]]; thence southerly alongthe easterly sterlyy
line of said Tract.No. 2277, to the southeast
n utheast cor r
of Lot 14 of said Tract No. 2277; thence westerly
along the souherly line of said Lot 14 and the westerly
—. I prolongation thereof to the northerly prolongation of
the easterly line of Lot 22 of said Tract No. 2277;
thence southerly along said northerlyprolongation of
the easterly liney of Lot 22 and the a rly lines
s of
Lot 22 and Lot 33 of said Tract No. 2277, to thesouther
lylin of said Tract No. 2277; thencewesterly
sterly along
said la
st mentioned southerly line totheuthwesterly
rner of said Tract No. 2277: said last mentioned softh-
westerlcorner being also the southeasterly corner
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soaid Lot
o t 3. Block 7 of Rosemead; thence westerly along
the southerly line osaid Lot 3, to the northeasterly
line of Rubio Wash. 60 feet wide as shown on File Nap
No. 10271-8. on file inthe office of the County Engineer
- of said County; thence along said last mentioned north-
easterly 11 a to the westerllineeasterly the 250.09
feet of said Lot 3; thence along said last mentioned
westerly line to the
southerly lineof Glendon day, as
now
established of record; thence esterly along said
southerly line of Glendon Way to a line parallel with
and distant : a westerly 170.32 feet measured ed along said
southerly line of Glendon way fromthe easterly line
osaid Lot 3;thence northerly along said last mentioned
parallel line to a lineparallel with and distant souther-
ly outher-
ly 260 feet as measured long the easterly line ofsaid
Lot 1, Block 7. ofRosemead, from the northerly
lin of
said Lot I ; thence easterly along said last mentioned
parallel line a line parallel with and distant west-
erly131.77 feet as measured along the northerly line of
said Lot 1 , From the easterly line of said Lot 1 ; thence
northerly alone- said last mentioned parallel line t the.
• ortherly line of. said Lot l; thence easterly along said
lasted northerly linoa distance of 131.17 Feet to
the mentioned.
rc ofsaid Lot- aid last mentioned
othe elycornerrr being alsothenorthwesterlyy corner of
saidsTract A 2277; hence t.rllong the northerly
ine ofs said Tract No. 2277 to the ps' n[ of- beginning.
EXCEPT the easterly loo feet of Lots l3 and 14 of said
Tract No. 2277.
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Section 2. The hereinabove described property shall be
classified as Zone P-D on the official zoning map of the Clty.of
Rosemead referred to in Section 9103. 1 of the Municipal Code.
The Clerk is hereby directed to note on said map "Amended to
' and to insert in 'such blank the date of the.
adoption of this ordinance.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 28tk day of March.
1967.
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MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
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