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CC – Item 2A – Staff Report – Planned Development 97-01 Self Storage Facility within SCE e O \9\ 4 ,n statteport TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL FROM: FRANK G. TRIPEPI , CITY MANAGER DATE: AUGUST 26, 1997 SUBJECT: PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 97-01 (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 97-01 AND ZONE CHANGE 97-204) A self-storage facility within the Southern California Edison Wilk Right-of-Way at 8306 Garvey Avenue fi N e INTRODUCTION On July 21, 1997, the Planning Commission held a public hearing relative to the subject item. A copy of the Planning Commission report, which provides a detailed analysis of the project is attached for your review. After hearing all testimony, the Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of the proposed planned development. There are 47 conditions, generally concerning maintenance, attached to the self storage facility. DISCUSSION The proposal includes a General Plan Amendment from Public Facilities to Commercial and a Zone Change from C-3;medium commercial and R-2; light multiple residential to PD; Planned Development. The site is located on the south side of Garvey Avenue across from Zapopan Park and is currently vacant aside from the power lines and towers. A 742 square foot office building will be located at the front of the site, along with customer parking and a large landscaped yard area. Staff finds that this will create a pleasant looking entrance to the development and will blend nicely with existing commercial buildings along Garvey Avenue. Because the west side of the project will be adjacent to a residential area, the architect has designed the facility to have a 25-foot setback from this property line. The plan also calls for a new eight-foot high chain link fence coy d witit redwood slats; long the project side of the fence trees will be planted every 30 feet. i. \W (Ara ,v``24\tom COUNCIL AGENDA V AUG 2 61997 Q ( � er A ITEM Nn --(Z-. A. 1i Regarding security, the applicant will be installing motion activated video cameras throughout the site along with wall mounted light fixtures. These light fixtures will be mounted with shields to prevent glare from impacting the neighboring properties. A lighting plan has already been submitted by the applicant. To prevent excessive noise, staff has required that the storage container doors be installed with a rubber seal to prevent metal to metal contact as the doors are shut. In addition to the testimony presented by the applicants, one nearby resident did speak. Ms. De Leon at 2620 Charlotte, expressed concerns about the hours of operation, security, and the proposed landscaping. The Planning Commission responded to those concerns by removing the proposed vines for the fence along the west property line, and by postponing the hours of operations on weekends from 7:00am to 9:00am. Also, the access to the site from Angelus Avenue will be secured with an 8 foot wrought iron fence and gate with motion activated lights. Staff has attached numerous exhibits for your review and a letter from Southern California Edison, expressing support for the project. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council take the following actions: 1. ADOPT Resolution 97-38 APPROVING General Plan Amendment 97-01, AMENDING the Rosemead General Plan designation from "Public Facilities' to"Commercial"; and 2. INTRODUCE Ordinance No. 780; A. APPROVING Zone Change 97-204, amending the Rosemead Zoning designation from C-3 and R-2 to PD Planned Development; and B. APPROVING Planned Development 97-01, for a self-storage facility, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "A". 3. Schedule Ordinace No. 780 for second reading at the next City Council meeting. Attachments RESOLUTION 97-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 97-01, AMENDING THE LAND USE MAP OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION FROM "PUBLIC FACILITIES" TO "COMMERCIAL", FOR A 6.75 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 8306 GARVEY AVENUE, ROSEMEAD (APNs: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801). WHEREAS, Mr. Carl Beckmann, representing Everest Storage, 3280 E. Foothill Blvd. #320, Pasadena, CA 91107, filed an application requesting an amendment to the general plan land use designation for property located at 8306 Garvey Avenue. WHEREAS, the proposed amendment is part of a proposed Planned Development (PD 97-01) which has been designed to create a self storage facility with an office; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to promote commercial development; and WHEREAS, the General Plan Amendment 97-01 would designate the subject property "Commercial" allowing commercial types of uses; and WHEREAS, on June 9, 1997 an initial study for the proposed general plan amendment was completed; and WHEREAS, on June 12 and August 14, 1997, notices were posted in 10 public locations and mailed to property owners within a 300-foot radius from the subject property specifying the public comment period and the time and place for a public hearings pursuant to California Government Code Section 65091(a)(3); and WHEREAS, on July 21, 1997, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive testimony and voted to recommend City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No 97-01.; and WHEREAS, on August 4, 1997 the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 97-44, recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment 97-01; and WHEREAS, on August 26, 1997, the City Council held a public hearing to receive testimony relative to General Plan Amendment 97-01; and WHEREAS, the City Council has sufficiently considered all testimony presented to make the following determination. Resolution No. 97-38 Planned Development 97-01 (LC 97-204) Page 2 of 3 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Rosemead as follows: SECTION 1. The City Council HEREBY DETERMINES that a Mitigated Negative Declaration shall be adopted. An initial study was completed to analyze potential environmental impacts pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and guidelines for implementation of CEQA (Rosemead Resolution 75-28). This study found that there would be potential environmental impacts that could be mitigated to a level of insignificance. The initial study and associated mitigation measures for Planned Development 97-01 are attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. SECTION 7. The City Council HEREBY FINDS AND DEl ERMINES that placing the property in the Planned Development zone (Zone Change 97-204) is in the interest of the public necessity and general welfare, and good city planning practice dictates and supports the proposed zone change. The change to the Planned Development Zone will provide a superior level of planning and protection to the quality and character of the area where the development is proposed. SECTION 1. The City Council HEREBY RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of General Plan Amendment No. 97-01, amending the land use map of the general plan to change the designation from 'Public Facilities" to "Commercial" for property located at 8306 Garvey Avenue (APN's: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801). SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause same to be published as required by law. PASSED AND APPROVED this 2Stth day of August, 1997. JAY IMPERIAL, Mayor ATTEST: NANCY VALDERRAMA, City Clerk Resolution No. 97-38 Planned Development 97-01 (ZC 97-204) Page 3 of 3 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss. CITY OF ROSEMEAD I, Nancy Valderrama, City Clerk of the City of Rosemead, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No.973.8 being: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 97-01, AMENDING THE LAND USE MAP OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATION FROM "PUBLIC FACILITIES" TO "COMMERCIAL", FOR A 6.75 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 8306 GARVEY AVENUE, ROSEMEAD (APNs: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801). was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the _ day of August, 1997, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NANCY VALDERRAMA, City Clerk ORDINANCE NO. 780 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 97-204, AMENDING ROSEMEAD ZONING MAP LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM "C-3; MEDIUM COMMERCIAL" AND R-2; "LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL" TO PD; "PLANNED DEVELOPMENT" AND APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 97-01, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SELF STORAGE FACILITY FOR A 6.75 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 8306 GARVEY AVENUE (APNs: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801). WHEREAS, Mr. Carl Beckmann, representing Everest Storage, 3280 E. Foothill Blvd. #320, Pasadena, CA 91107, filed an application requesting a zone change from the C-3; "Medium Commercial" and R-2 "Light Multiple Residential" to the PD; "Planned Development" zone for property located at 8306 Garvey Avenue on February 6, 1997; and WHEREAS, the City of Rosemead has an adopted general plan, zoning ordinance, and map, including specific development standards to control development; and WHEREAS, the General Plan Amendment 97-01 would designate the subject property "Commercial" allowing commercial types of development such as self storage facilities; and WHEREAS,State Planning and Zoning Law, Title 7, Chapter 3, Article 8, plus Chapter 9120 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, authorize, and set standards for, the preparation of specific plans (planned developments) governing the development of private property; and WHEREAS, Sections 9185 and 9186 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning Commission to consider and recommend proposed planned developments and zone changes to the City Council; and WHEREAS, Section 65454 of the California Government Code requires that specific plans (planned developments) be consistent with the adopted general plan; and WHEREAS, City Council policy encourages the preparation of these planned developments because of the superior level of planning and protection they offer to the quality and character of area where they are located; and WHEREAS, on June 9, 1997, an initial study for the draft ordinance was completed finding that all potential environmental impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance; and WHEREAS, on June 12 and August 14, 1997, notices were posted in 10 public locations and mailed to property owners within a 300-foot radius from the subject property specifying the public comment period and the time and place for a public hearings pursuant to California Government Code Section 65091(a)(3); and Ordinance No. 780 Zone Change 97-204 Page 2 of 5 WHEREAS, on July 21, 1997, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive testimony and voted to recommend City Council approval of General Plan 97-01, Zone Change 97-204 and Planned Development 97-01; and WHEREAS, on August 4, 1997 the Planning Commission adopted Resolution 97-44, recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment 97-01; and WHEREAS, on August 26, 1997, the City Council held a hearing to receive public testimony relative to General Plan 97-01, Zone Change 97-204 and Planned Development 97-01; and WHEREAS, the City Council has sufficiently considered all testimony presented to make the following determination. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED, by the City Council of the City of Rosemead as follows: Section 1. Pursuant to the City of Rosemead's CEQA Procedures and State CEQA Guidelines, it has been determined that the adoption of this ordinance will have potential environmental impacts during the construction phase that can be mitigated to a level of insignificance. This conclusion is based upon the record, initial study and comments received during the public review period. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared according to CEQA. The City Council, having final approval authority over this project, has reviewed and considered any comments received during the public review prior to the approval of this project. Furthermore, the City Council has exercised its own independent judgement in reaching the above conclusion. The City Council, therefore, approves the Mitigated Negative Declaration. Pursuant to Title XIV, California Code of Regulation, Section 753.5(v)(1), the City Council has determined that, after considering the record as a whole, there is no evidence that the proposed project will have the potential for adverse effect on the wildlife resources or the habitat upon which the wildlife depends. Furthermore, on the basis of substantial evidence, the City Council hereby finds any presumption of adverse impact has been adequately rebutted. Therefore pursuant to Fish and game Code Section 711.2 and Title XIV, California Code of Regulations, Section 735.5(a)(3), the City Council finds that the project has a de minimis impact and therefore the payment of Fish and Game Department filing fees is not required in conjunction with this project. Section 2. The City Council HEREBY FINDS, DETERRMINES AND DECLARES that placing the property in the Planned Development zone (Zone Change 97-204) is in the interest of the public necessity and general welfare, and good city planning practice dictates and supports the Ordinance No. 780 Zone Change 97-204 Page 3 of 5 proposed zone change, in that the change to the Planned Development Zone will provide a superior level of planning and protection to the quality and character of the area where the development is proposed. Section 9. The City Council FURTHER FINDS that Planned Development 97-01 meets the City's goals and objectives as follows: A. J.and Use; The designation provided by Zone Change 97-204 (Planned Development) allows the same electrical utility lines that are existing to continue, plus allows for a mix of land uses, including commercial uses. The site is located in Planning Area 6 of the Land Use Element of the Rosemead General Plan and has been designated for Public Facilities uses. This designation was created due to the existing Southern California Edison Right of Way which contains overhead electrical transmission lines. The area surrounding the site is general planned Commercial and Mixed Use; Residential/Commercial to the west, Mixed Use; Industrial/Commercial and Medium Density Residential to the east. The proposed use will be set back from the neighboring homes a minimum of 25 feet and provide other means of buffering. B. Circulation; The site is located on Garvey Avenue. Garvey Avenue is classified as a major arterial in the General Plan. Adequate access is provided on Garvey Avenue. The existing circulation design would be maintained with no significant increase in traffic anticipated . C. Honsinv; Although a portion of this site is currently zoned R-2; Light Multiple Residential, the proposed use of this property as a self storage facility will not deplete available land for housing. Because of the overhead electrical transmission lines throughout the right of way, Southern Calif. Edison will not allow habitable structures to be constructed underneath them. D. Resource Management; The Edison right of way that traverses the entire length of the City from north to south is one of the few open space areas with the City borders. However, this site as well as most of the other Edison right of way sites throughout the City are normally not made accessible to families for recreational uses. It is generally a private business that locates beneath the power lines. In many cases this tenant is a wholesale nursery. The applicant has provided extensive landscaping on the proposed site and the project will not have any negative impacts on air or water quality in the City. E. Noise; The proposed office building fronts on Garvey Avenue. There is a parking area in the front that is surrounded with landscaping. The proposed self storage facility has been designed to contain the noise related uses within the property in order to reduce any Ordinance No. 780 Zone Change 97-204 Page 4 of 5 potential noise impacts. F. Public Safety; The Fire and Sheriff Departments have reviewed the proposed plans. The driveway shall serve as a fire lane. The site has been designed to discourage crime and loitering problems in the area through the use of fencing, walls, cameras, etc. The site is not located in any special study zones. The entire City of Rosemead is free from any flood hazard designations. G. CEOA; The City staff has prepared an initial study pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). This study has determined that the proposed zoning amendments could have adverse impacts on certain aspects of the environment. However, these impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance. Therefore, staff has prepared and recommends adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. Section 4. The City Council HEREBY APPROVES Zone Change 97-204, amending Rosemead Zoning map land use designation from "C-3; Medium Commercial" and R-2; "Light Multiple Residential" to PD; 'Planned Development" AND APPROVING Planned Development 97- 01, for the development of a self storage facility located at 8306 Garvey Avenue (apns: 5283-015- 806, 5283-008-800, 801). Section 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or word of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid by a court of competenet jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Rosemead HEREBY DECLARES that it would have passed and adopted this Ordinance, and each and all provisions thereof, irrespartive of the fact that any one or more of said provisions may be declared to be invalid. Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause same to be published as required by law. PASSED AND APPROVED this day of , 1997. JAY IMPERIAL, Mayor ATTEST: NANCY VALDERRAMA, City Clerk Ordinance No. 780 Zone Change 97-204 Page 5 of 5 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) CITY OF ROSEMEAD I, Nancy Valderrama, City Clerk of the City of Rosemead, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 780 being: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 97-204, AMENDING ROSEMEAD ZONING MAP LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM "C-3; MEDIUM COMMERCIAL" AND R-2; "LIGHT MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL" TO PD; "PLANNED DEVELOPMENT" AND APPROVING PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 97-01, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A SELF STORAGE FACILITY FOR A 6.75 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 8306 GARVEY AVENUE (APNs: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801). was duly introduced and placed upon first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 26th day of August, 1997, and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the day of , 1997, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NANCY VALDERRAMA, City Clerk 'STAFF REPORT Planning Commission July 21, 1997 CASE NOS: PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 97-01 - General Plan Amendment 97-01 - Zone Change 97-204 APPLICANT REQUEST: 1) Change the General Plan designation from Public Facilities to Commercial 2) Change the zoning designation from C3 and R2 to PD 3) Approve a Planned Development for a self-storage facility. LOCATION: 8306 E. Garvey Avenue-Southern Calif. Edison right of way (APNs: 5283-015-806, 5283-008-800, 801) APPLICANT: Carl Becicrnann, Everest Storage 3280 E. Foothill Blvd. #320 Pasadena, CA 91107 OWNER: Southern California Edison 100 N. Long Beach Blvd:#1004 Long Beach, CA 90802 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: 109 Notices were mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the subject property on 6-12-97. EXHIBITS: A. Conditions of Approval F. Aerial Map B. Site/Floor Plans G. Zoning Map C. Simulated View H. General Plan Map D. Container Detail 1. Mitigated Negative Declaration (6-9-97) E. Assessor's Map J. Applications, dated 2-6-97 L ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Planned Development 97-01 would provide for the development of a self-storage facility located on a 6.75 acre site owned by, Southern California Edison and used as a utility right of way. The site has been designated for public facilities in the general plan which allows for the current use which is overhead electrical lines supported by steel towers. An initial study has been completed in accordance with state and local environmental regulations. This study analyzed the potential environmental impacts that could be created from the proposed project. The study was sent to all responsible agencies, and noticed in 10 public locations, soliciting comments for more than a 21-day period prior to the Planning Commission hearing. This study found that temporary impacts will occur during construction, and some minor impacts could occur from the proposed use. There is a potential for this project to have an impact on the neighboring residential neighborhood, however, by incorporating mitigation measures to address the issues, there will not be a negative effect on the neighboring properties. All potential environmental impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance, therefore a mitigated negative declaration has been prepared. ROSE l b AD PLANNTNG DEPARTMENT PD 97-01/GPA 97-01/ZC 97-204 Planning Commission 7/21/97 Page 2 of 4 II. CODE RFOIIIREMENTS A. General Plan; Section 65300 et seq of the California Government Code sets standards for each city to prepare, adopt and amend a comprehensive general plan. The general plan sets long term development goals and objectives. There are seven mandatory elements plus other elements are allowed to address specific needs of the city. Government Code Sections 65860, 66473.5 and 656474 require that the day-to-day development decisions such as zoning, subdivision and building should be consistent with the general plan. A general plan may be amended a maximum of four (4) times per year (Section 65358W)). B. loftan Chapters 9185 and 9186 of the Rosemead Municipal Code sets the procedure and requirements for zone changes and amendments. Zone changes are permitted whenever the public necessity, convenience, general welfare or good zoning practice justifies such action. A zone change must be found to be consistent with the Rosemead General Plan. C. Planned Development; Regulations for planned developments are contained in Sections 65450 et seq of the Government Code and Chapter 9120 of the Rosemead Municipal Code. A planned development can be an effective tool for implementing the general plan policies and objectives. Therefore, a planned development procedure is similar to that for the general plan except that it may be revised as often as necessary. Planned Development zones may be established to provide diversification in the location of structures and other land uses while insuring compliance with the general plan and compatibility with existing and future developments in surrounding areas. The plan is required to include text and diagram(s) specifying, in detail, the proposed development. One required finding is for the project to be consistent with the applicable general plan, zoning map and any specific plan. Staff finds that this finding cannot be made until the City Council takes action on the General Plan Amendment and Zone Change portions of this project. HI. PROPERTY HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION A. Background; This site consists of four (4) parcels totaling 293,813 square feet (approximately 6.75 acres). There are no structures on the site other than the existing towers that support the overhead cable lines. The site has historically been leased by tenants that operate wholesale nursery businesses. All of the subject parcels are owned by Southern California Edison (Edison) and the applicant has secured a long term lease (35 years), with Edison. This proposal is unique from other self storage facilities because the applicant is proposing to use individual steel containers, placed side by side, rather than constructing framed structures. These containers are similar to shipping containers that are loaded onto trucks for mobility. The proposal is to develop the site with 105,000 square feet of self storage containers and a 742 square foot office building. The project would be phased in two periods: Phase I - This would include the construction of the office structure, a parking lot and the placement of 293 storage containers (41,400 sq. ft.). Phase 2 - Placement of the remaining 351 containers (approximately 63,840 sq. ft.). Edison prefers that no permanent structures be placed on their right of way. However, building codes require that the storage containers be bolted to a permanent foundation for stability in the case of seismic activity. By placing these containers side by side and bolting them to a foundation they will visually create eight long steel structures. B. J and I Jse; The site is designated in the general plan for Public Facilities, and on the zoning map PD 97-01/CPA 97-01/ZC 97-204 Planning Commission 7/21/97 Page 3 of 4 it is split between two different zoning designations. The front portion is designated for C-3; Medium Commercial development (along Garvey) and the rear portion for R-2; Light Multiple Residential development. The site is surrounded by the following land uses: North: (across Garvey Ave) General Plan: Public Facilities Zoning: C-3; Medium Commercial Land Use: City Park; Edison Right of Way South: General Plan: Public Facilities Zoning: R-2; Light Multiple-Family Residential Land Use: Wholesale Nursery, Edison overhead power lines East: General Plan: Mixed Use; Industrial/Commercial & Medium Density Residential Zoning: M-I; Light Manufacturing & Industrial & R-2; Light Multiple Residential Land Use: 98 cent store, Chief Auto Parts, and City of Monterey Park Water Pumping Station West: General Plan: Commercial Zoning: R-2; Light Multiple Residential Land Use: Single Family Residential IV. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS A. circulation/Parking; The main entrance onto the site is located at the front of the lot on Garvey Avenue. The proposed drive approach is 28 feet wide which is adequate for two way traffic. The driveway will give access to the office parking lot area which provides I I parking stalls. There is a second access point to the site off of Angeles Avenue that will have an eight foot high security gate. However, this opening will be locked at all times and will only serve as a service entrance for Edison to access their equipment. Between the customer parking lot and the storage units will also be an eight foot high sliding security gate which will be operated by a numeric pad activation system. All drive aisles between the units will be a minimum of 25 feet which is sufficient for circulation and parking. Parking within the project is provided within the aisle ways in front of the individual units. This is the typical scenario for this type of business because vehicles will pull up to the door of the units to unload the items to be stored. B. Land Ilse; The existing general plan designation for this site is "Public Facilities". Rosemead's zoning map designates the site as split between commercial and medium density residential use. Therefore, the general plan land use designation for this site is inconsistent with the zoning map. State law requires the zoning map to be consistent with the general plan map. The general plan map provides the prevailing land use designation in the case of a conflict. Lots located along Garvey Avenue to the west of this site are zoned C-3 and are used as commercial businesses along Garvey. The west side of the site is also adjacent to an existing residential neighborhood (along Charlotte Ave.) that is zoned R-2; Light Multiple Residential and has a general plan designation of commercial and mixed use: residential/commercial. The properties to the east are zoned M-I; Light manufacturing and Industrial and are a mix of commercial and industrial uses. A water pumping station owned by the City of Monterey Park is PD 97-01/GPA 97-01/ZC 97-204 Planning Commission 7/21/97 Page 4 of 4 situated adjacent to the property behind businesses located on Garvey. C. Aectheticc; There is a 742 square foot office building proposed to be located at the front of the site for business operations. The office will be a permanent structure with beige stuccoed walls and a blue metal roof The office will also have a glass storefront system in the front that wraps around both sides. Staff finds that this will create a pleasant entrance to the development and will blend nicely with existing commercial buildings along Garvey Avenue. The architect has also placed eight foot high decorative block walls as well as extensive landscaping to block the view of the containers from Garvey Avenue. Because the west side of the project will be adjacent to single family homes, the architect has designed the facility to have a 25 foot setback from this property line. In addition, the plan provides a new eight foot high chain link fence covered with slats of wood or plastic and vines to drape down along this fence line with trees spaced every 30 feet. Staff finds that these mitigation measures will reduce the potential for graffiti and lessen any potential negative impacts to the adjacent neighborhood. D. Safety; Wall mounted light fixtures will be secured to the exterior of the storage units. These fixtures will be equipped with shields to prevent glare from the lights onto neighboring properties. The applicant will be installing motion activated video cameras throughout the site to record any suspicious activities that may occur. A condition has been added that the tapes from these cameras will be kept for a minimum of thirty (30) days. V. FINDINGS A. General Plan; By changing the General Plan designation of this site from "Public Facilities" to "Commercial" the site will have a similar designation as the rest of the properties that line Garvey Avenue. The areas adjacent to Garvey Avenue throughout the City are used as commercial as well as industrial businesses. These areas are intended for more intense traffic and serve a subregional market. B. Zone Chance; Staff feels that this project meets the findings of public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices. A self storage facility within the City would provide residents and neighboring communities with a safe, affordable location to store belongings that exceed the capacity of their properties. This location is located adjacent to a commercially zoned section of town and is already partially zoned for commercial development. C. Planned Development; The PD zone will be consistent with the new general plan designation of "commercial", if the City Council approves such changes and amendments to the general plan and zoning map . VI. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: 1) Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Planned Development 97-01, including Case Nos: GPA 97-01 and ZC 97-204; and 2) Recommend City Council approval of General Plan Amendment (GPA) 97-01, changing the land use designation from Public Facilities to Commercial; and 3) Make the findings required under Section 9185 of the Rosemead Municipal Code in order to recommend City Council approval of Zone Change (ZCl 97-204, changing the zoning designation from C-3 and R-2 to PD; and 4) Make the findings required under Section 9120.4 of the Rosemead Municipal Code in order to recommend City Council approval of Planned Development (PDM 97-01, for a self storage development. Draft Conditions of Approval are attached for the Commission's review. EXHIBIT "A" PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 97-01 8306 E. Garvey Avenue CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL July 21. 1997 1. Prior to issuance of building permits, any revisions to the approved plans must be resubmitted for review and approval by the Planning Department. 2. Approval shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead an affidavit stating that he/she is aware of and accepts all of the conditions set forth in the letter of approval and this list of conditions. 3. The applicant shall comply with all Federal, State and local laws relative to the approved use including the requirements of the Planning, Building, Fire, Sheriff and Health Departments. 4. The property shall be developed in accordance with the plans marked Exhibit "B" except where otherwise noted. Any modification shall require Planning Department approval 5. Prior to the issuance of building permits, all fees payable under State Law shall be paid. 6. Vehicles to be stored in designated areas only. Such vehicles may not be located in the required off-street parking or landscape areas nor on any sidewalk, parkway, street or alley. 7. All storage containers shall be painted a uniform, neutral color and shall be re-painted as needed. 8. Containers shall be used for storage of non-living items only and no portion of the site shall used as habitable living space. 9. A 8 foot chain link fence, covered with redwood slats (as approved by the Director of Planning) shall be installed on the westerly property line. 10. The storage containers shall be set back a minimum of 25 feet from the west property line. II. The container doors shall have installed a rubber seal to prevent the metal to metal contact of the doors as they are shut. 12. The service entrance off of Angelus Avenue shall remain locked at all times and shall be used as a service entrance only for Southern California Edison employees. 13. The applicant shall install light fixtures with shields and bulbs that do not allow light to flow onto neighboring properties. 14. Motion activated video cameras shall be installed throughout the site and all tapes from said cameras shall be kept for a minimum of thirty (30) days. 15. The Facility shall be screened by view of public right of ways with appropriate landscaping elements and concrete block walls, subject to the approval of the Planning Director. 16. All waste materials shall be handled and disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and policies. No waste material shall be washed or poured into any public alley, street, storm drain, or sewer at any time. 17. The applicant shall prepare and maintain a Water Quality Management Plan in accordance with Chapter 7, Article 5 (Sanitation & Health Code, RMC) pursuant to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Program, subject to the review of the City Building Official. 18. The hours of construction shall be limited from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Saturday. No construction shall take place on Sundays or on any legal holidays without prior approval by the City. Pursuant to Section 4310 D of the Rosemead Municipal Code. 19. Planning staff shall have access to the subject property at any time during construction to monitor progress. 20. The hours of operation shall be posted in the front window or door. Hours of operation shall be limited to the hours of: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. 21. All trash, rubbish and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned, and inspected and maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. 22. No portion of any required front and/or side yards shall be used for storage of any type. 23. The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed and litter free state in accordance with Section 5401-5405 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, which pertains to the storage, accumulation, collection, and disposal of garbage, rubbish, trash, and debris. All trash containers shall be stored in the appropriate trash enclosure at all times. Any new litter and graffiti shall be removed within twenty-four (24) hours. 24. All roof top appurtenances and equipment shall adequately be screened from view to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. 25. Driveways and parking areas shall be surfaced and improved with Portland concrete cement or asphaltic concrete, and thereafter maintained in good serviceable condition. 26. The property shall be graded to drain to the street, but in no case shall such drainage be allowed to sheet flow across public sidewalk. A grading and/or drainage plan shall be prepared, submitted to and approved by the Building Official, and such grading and drainage shall take place in accordance with such approved plan. 27. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least 6" tall with a minimum character width of 1/4", contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from the street. The location, color and size of such sign shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Director. 28. Applicant shall obtain a public works permit for all work in or adjacent to the public right-of-way. 29. Applicant shall install and complete all necessary public improvements, including but not limited to street, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, handicap ramps, and storm drains, along the entire street frontage of the development site as required by the Director of Planning. 30. Prior to issuance of building permits, the Planning Department shall review and approve all electric underground utility transformer locations for compatibility with the site design. All portions of the transformers that are above ground shall be adequately screened with landscaping and/or screen walls. Landscaping shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Department. 31. All ground level mechanical/utility equipment (including meters, backflow preservation devices, fire valves and other equipment) shall be screened by screening walls and/or landscaping to the satisfaction of the Planning Department. 32. All new utilities shall be placed underground including facilities and wires for the supply and distribution of electrical energy, telephone, cable television etc. The underground conversion of these utilities shall consider all future connections to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning. 33. Prior to issuance of Building permits, a landscaping plan shall be submitted to the Planning Department for review. It shall include an irrigation plan with automatic timers and moisture sensors. Fifteen (15) percent of the landscape area shall be planted with 15-gallon trees. 34. A permanent maintenance program of all landscaping shall be provided insuring regular irrigation, fertilization and weed abatement. 35. The applicant shall install approved street trees in a location chosen by and to the satisfaction of the Engineering Department. 36. No trees shall be removed other than those shown on the approved plans. 37. Landscape materials and irrigation systems are to be inspected by a City representative prior to final release of utilities. 38. NO OCCUPANCY will be granted until ALL IMPROVEMENTS required by this approval have been completed. inspected, and approved by the appropriate department(s). 39. No finals will be given until all as-built site improvement plans have been submitted to the Building Department. 40. All requirements of the Building and Safety Department and Planning Department shall be complied with prior to the final approval of the proposed construction. 41. The project shall comply with the conditions set forth in the City Engineer's Report dated July 7 1997 , and the Fire Department's recommendation dated June 18 1997. These conditions shall be completed to the City Engineer's satisfaction prior to occupancy. 42. All conditions of Case No(s): PD 97-01 GPA 97-01 and 7C 97-204 must be complied with to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning, prior to final approval of associated maps, building permits. occupancy permits, or any other appropriate request. 43. The conditions listed on this Exhibit shall be copied directly onto development plans submitted to the Planning and Building Departments for review. 44. The property shall be kept cleared of weeds, debris and abandoned vehicles, and maintained pursuant to the County Fire and Health codes until it is developed. All trash shall be contained in dumpsters and removed on an as-needed basis. No trash shall be visible from outside the dumpster. Surplus construction materials shall be stored so as to be screened from public view when not actually in use. 45. A 6'-high fence, composed of chain link or other approved material, shall totally enclose the perimeter of the property when vacant, under construction, or under demolition, and said fence shall remain until Occupancy is granted. 46. All environmental mitigation measures adopted in connection with the following applications shall be incorporated. 47. 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P!ANNIN3 AREA --- v —Jan 3_-ns n I ( � 4 I y: w�. Iti i I t \ L 1 1 t . 'C la • ff, }� V�� ;x .. M i t _ :..ham-- / I ' I . - _ Vii.-- its .'�; " "'� =a_ �1 e' r iI r , T— 1 * > , _ — Al _,..trf "r' / r _- ------7-7-k-----. o 1IIIII .7 ` tt J c FIGURE LU-6 Land Use Policy Planning Area 6 City of Rosemead General Plan Ti ) CC:Q1'c/3=-AND/.:SSOCIAmtSMarl EXHIBIT "H" Planning Area 6: Land Use Policy Lou' density residential uses occupy the majority of land in this planning area which is located south off ,he San Bernardino Freeway north off Garvey Avenue and east of San Gabriel Boulevard. The Land Use Element policies designate low density residential development for :he area south of the freeway to ieliman and Burson Avenues and :nen south to :he commercial and mixed-use overlay zones ae acen,; Garvey -,venue. A strip o of nigh density housing v frout_. Hellman to Garvey Avenues along e'ainut Grove divides the low me di densityareas. Mediumpe :_n_: y resident : continues -1:2,11 The - -- dens.-y area ad'=cent _ Walnut Grove 70 San Gabriel Eo .are ._ bisected by ICie - _ _..SD't K � ., a - The .ions of th° planning area designated or residential de ?me :: EU! r =.71 ,-. density. rhes desi_nauon will D. _x. . _ sin^ miiyh_ :._n _ area .Doe:e= _as. of xu alnut Greve SD .e vars'.� _omme-da: an: o'xed-use a_ti.my :s resnmste to ;he piannina area's boder_ al- Sa.-. Gabriel Bou_e.a. d End Garvey A cenue. D . _: Uses are i ited to the area surround the San e1'�. Fey iota 5 lot:. in st ial-m : use: T._. extends e.st a. _ from trle Edison Rion, -ot_A ay to the Do_n_'ar. Another conce,,.. .ion of !ndu>.J .c1/commercial is located on San Gabriel Boulevard between :Heli.-an Avenue_ L'U-l7 6/==i85 ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM City of Rosemead 1. Project Title: Planned Development 97-11 General Plan Amendment 97-01 Zone Change 97-204 I. PROJECT INFORMATION 2. Lead Agency Name and Address: City of Rosemead Planning Department 8838E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 3. Contact Person and Phone Number: Brad Johnson, Associate Planner (818) 288-6671 Project Location: 8306 Garvey Avenue County of Los Angeles, State of California Assessor Parcel Number(s): s7R -1118-RM 801 807 R06 5. Applicant's Name and Address: Carl Beckman / Everest Storage 3280 E. Foothill Blvd. 1.320 Pasadena, CA 91107 6- General Plan Designation: 3 b'l^ rarllities 7. Zoning Designation: C P-n 8. Description of Project: See Azracim;em A(1) for more derail. 9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting: Garvey Avenue is a major angina street. Properties located to the west of the size are zoned C-3 along Garvey (used for commercial businesses) and R-2 behind Ganey Avenue (used LS single family homes). All of the sites to the east are zoned M-i along Garvey (used as commercial and light industhal businesses) and R-2 behind Garvey (used as a water pumping station, owned by the City of Monterey Park). JO. Other Public Agencies whose approval is required: N/A U. F'sZ-TR(1NivtE TNT F4 CTf1R PC1TF\TTAT7y AFFFCTFD The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least one impact that is a 'Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the foliowing pages: _ Land Use/Planning _ Tran_sponation/Circulation Public Services Population and Housing Biological Resources Utilities and Service Systems Geologic Problems _ Energy and Mineral Resources N Aesthetics Water Hazards _ Cultural Resources Air Quality Noise -._ Recreation Mandat ory Findings of Significance Initial Emir:mna•al Study EXHIBIT "I" cast Na 7_--I];ZC_7204;G?.497-01 EXHIBIT�1�11111.�I1111 1 Potentially Siznif cant Potentially Unless less Than Significant Mitigation Significant Nc Impact Incornorated lmnacl Imp IIT. DFTERMTNATION (To be completed by the I Pad Agency) On the basis of this initial evaluation (check statement that best applies): I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. I rind that although the proposed project COULD have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the MITIGATION MEASURES described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared. X I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is recuired. I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at least one effect; 1) has been adequately analyzed in an oa-iier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, -if the effect is a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated", AN ENvIRONM.EN'TAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but must analyze only the effects :hal remain to be addressed. I find that although the proposed project COULD have a significant effect on the environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially significant effects; 1) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR pursuant to applicable standards, and 2) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier E1R, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon the project. ` ��9 Si=n-stere /Date -. Rmd.Inhason city of Rnsmead Printed Name For :retial En irosnental Study • Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Sienifcant No Impact Incorporated Impact lmpa IV. RCTIES (AND CTiPPORTING INFORMATION SOURCES1 .9. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with general plan designation X or zoning? b) Conflict with applicable environmental X plans or policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over the project? c) Be incompatible with existing land use X -- in the vicinity? d) Affect agricultural resources or operations X (e.g. impacts to soils or farmlands, or impacts from incompatible land uses)? e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement X of an established community (including a low-income or minority community)? B. POPULATION AND IIOUSLNG. Would the proposal: a) Cumulatively exceed official regional X or local population projections? b) Induce substantial growth in an area .X" either directly or indirectly (e.g. through projects in an undeveloped area or extension of major infrastructure)? c) Displace existing housing, especially X affordable housing? C. GEOLOGICAL PROBLEMS. Would the proposal result in, or expose people to potential impacts involving: a) Fault rupture? X b) Seismic around shaking? X c) Seismic ground failure including liquefaction? d) Seiche, tsunami, or volcanic hazard? - e) 'landslides or thud jows? 1; Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil conditions from excavation, grading, Initial Emiromn•ntal Study Poi cntially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Sienifcant Mitigation Significant No Impccl Incorpmaied Impact lmpae or fill? g) Subsidence of the land? X h) Expansive soils? I) Unique geologic or physical features? X D. WATER. Would the proposal result in: a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage _ patterns, or the rate and amount of surface runoff? b) Exposure of people or property to water _._ X related h-7a-ds such as flooding? c) Discharge into surface waters or other X alteration of surface water duality (e.g. temperature, dissolved oxygen or turbidity)? C) Chanes in the amount of surface water _ X In any water body? e) Changes in currents, or the course or X direction of water movements? f) Change in the quantity of ground waters, X either through direct additions or withdrawals, or through interception of an aquifer by cuts or excavations or through substantial loss of groundwater recharge capability? g) Altered direction or rate of flow of X groundwater h) Impacts to groundwater Quality? X I) Substantial reduction in the amount of _ X groundwater otherwise available for public water supplies? (source r(s) E. AIR QUALITY. Would the proposal: a) Violate any air Quality standard or contribute _ X to an existing or projected air quality violation? b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? _ X c) Alter 217 movement, moisture, or temperature, Initial Endromnental Study Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact lmpa or cause any change in climate? d) Create objectionable odors? F. l]U.NSPORTATION/CIRCDL&TION. Would the proposal result in: a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? 5) Hazards to safety from design features (e.g. sharp curves or dangerous intersections, or incompatible uses like farm equipment? c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby uses? d) Insufficient parting capacity on-site or __ X off-site? e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? fn Conflicts with adopted policies supporting _ X alternative transpoation (e.g. bus turnouts_. bicycle racks)? • g) Rail, waterborne or air traffic impacts? _ X G. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal result in impacts to: a) Endangered, threatened or rare species, or their habits (including but not limited to plants, fish, insects, animals, and birds? 5) Locally designated species (e.g. heritage _ X trees)? - c) Lai-wily designated natural communities (e.g. oak forest, coastal habitat, etc.)? d) Wetland habitat (e.g. marsh, riparian and X vernal pool)? e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? X H. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Conflict with adopted energy consenation _ X plans? 'o) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful X and insufficient manner? initial Etircnmental Studs Potentially Significant Potentially Unless Lcss Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Lncotporefed Impact Lnpal c) Result in the loss of availability of a known • mineral resource that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State? HAZARDS. Would the proposal involve: a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of X hazardous substances (including, but not limited to: oil, pesticides, chemicals or radiation)? b) Possible interference with an emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan? c) The creation of any health hazard or potential health hazard? c) Exposure of people to existing sources of _ X potential health hazard? Increased fire hazard in areas with flammable _ X brush, grass, or trees? J. NOISE. Would the proposaL,-esult in: a) Increases in existing noise levels? b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? _ X K. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the proposal have an effect upon, or result in a need for new or altered government services in any of the ollowing areas? a) Fire Protection? X h) Police Protection? _ X c) Schools? X d) Maintenance of public facilities, including roads? e) Other governmental services? X L. UILLIT1ES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the proposal result in a need for new systems or supplies, or substantial alterations to the following ut_Iities: a) Power or natural gas? b) Communication Systems? X Initial Emironmenal Study Potentially Significant Poicntially Unless Less Than Significant Mitigation Significant No Impact Incorporated Impact Impact C) Local or regional water treatment or __ distribution facilities? d) Sewer or septic tanks? X • e) Storm water drainage? t) Solid Waste disposal? X g) Local or regional water supplies? X M. AESTHETICS. Would the proposal: a) Affect a scenic vista or scenic highway? X b) Have a demonstrable negative aesthetic X effect? _) Create light or glare? N. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the proposal: a) Disturb paleontological resources? _ X 'o) Disturb archaeological resources? _ X c) Affect historical resources? _ X c) Have the potential to cause a physical X_ change which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? e) Restrict existing religious or sacred uses X within the potential impact area? 0. RECREATION. Would the proposal: a) increase the demand for neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities? b) Affect existing recreational opportunities? _ lnitia!En iromnental Study Page 7of12 V. M911DSTQRV FIy mNC S OF SinMFlr41C'F a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory? b) Does the project have the potential to achieve shoo-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental goals? c) Does the project have impacts that are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable? ("Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental effects of a project are considerable when viewed in connection with the effects of past projects, the effects of other current projects, and the effects of probable future projects) d) Does the project have environmental effects X which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly? lniii^1 En.uonmmal Study Pape 8 of 12 • VI. EARLIFR A\AI YSIS Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program ER, or other CEQA process, one or more effects have been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration, Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case a discussion should identify the following on attached sheets: a) Farlier analyses used. Identify earlier analyses and state where they are available for review. b) impacts adequately addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis. c) Mitigation measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Jnz-c porated", describe the mitigation measures which were incorporated or refined from the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for the project. initial Erni:Dm-n=1 ) Stu^v ATTACHMENT A Environmental Evaluation General PI Amendm t 97-01 Znne Change 97-704 i INTRODUCTION .A. SCOPE AND IIh'TENT: An application has been submitted requesting to change the general plan and zonin; designation of 8306 a Garvey Avenue. The purpose of this change is to allow for the development of a self storage facility with an office building. B. SITE DESCRIPTION: Rosemead is an urban suburb located in the San Gabriel Valley, 10 miles east of the City of Los Angeles. It is bounded on the north by the cities of Temple City and San Gabriel, on the west by South San Gabriel .on the south by Montebello, plus by El Monte and South El Monte on the east. The City is 5.5 square miles or 2,344 acres in size. Rosemead is home to a resident population of approximately 55,000 people. Two major freeways provide easdwest circulation to and from the City. Route 60 is located at the southern border, and Interstate 10 bisects the City. The predominant land use is residential. Commercial and industrial land uses line major streets with most lot depths of less than 200 feet. Residential uses are located immediately adjacent to the commercial and industrial uses. The proposed site is a large, irregular shaped lot (6.75 acres) that is owned by Southern California Edison and is used as a sight of way for electrical transmission towers and lines. C. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The applicant proposes to develop a self storage facility on a vacant Southern California Edison right of way The facility would provide customers with storage spaces of varying size for personal belongings, with a small percenage of storage available for recreational vehicles. The proposal is to use large metal containers placed side by side. The applicant is securing a long term lease with Edison for approximately 35 years. To accommodate such a facility the general plan and the zoning designation of the site would need to be changed. Currently the site is split between two zoning designations, C3; Medium Commercial and R2; Light Multiple Residential. These zoning designations do not allow for the nye of development that is proposed. The general plan designation would need to be changed from Public Facilities to Commercial. The zoning designation would be changed from C-3 (front portion) and R2 (rear porion) to Planned Development (PD). The PD zoning designation would allow development of a variety of different uses, including a self storage facility. The proposed project would develop the site with 105,000 square feet of self storage containers and a 742 square foot office building. The project would be phased in two periods. Phase one would include the construction of the office structure, a panting lot and the placement of 293 storage containers (41,400 square feet of storage area). Phase two would include the placement of the remaining 351 containers (approximately 63,840 square feet). II. E1x'y'IRONA7PNTAI DuIPACTS A. Laud Use and Planning. The site at 5306 Garvey Avenue is boated in Planning Area 7 of the I and Use Policy of :he Rosemead General Pian. This area has been designated for Public Facilities land use. This designation was created as a zone that allows public facilities such as power lines, transformers, etc. to exist. The plan notes the impormnce of Garvey Avenue as a major commercial corridor. The subject site is split between two different zoning designations. The front portion fronting on Garvey Avenue is zoned C-3; Medium Commercial and the rear portion of the site falls under the R-2; Light Multiple Residential zoning designation. Lots located along Garvey Avenue to the west of this site are also zoned C-3 and are used as commercial businesses. However, the lots to the east are zoned M-1; Light Manufacturing and Industrial and are used as a mix of commercial and industrial uses. Behind the properties to the west on Canvey there are residential lots that are zoned R-2; Light Multiple Residential (1 unit./4,500 sq. feet) and contain single family homes. This area is classified in the general plan as Mixed Use: Residential/Commercial. Initial Emirnnrncnta! Studs Pave 10 of 12 Cese No. PD 97-11;ZC 9 7-2 N GPA 97-01 B. Population and Housing. This site has been used in the past as wholesale vacant land. The proposal will not affect existing housing or create a demandfor additional housing. C. is currently C. Geological Problems. There are no known geologic haeards in this area. The site is not located in any sped study zone. D. Water. The development proposal will not impact water resources. There are no bodies of water or waterwa in the City. E. Air Quality. New traffic will be generated as a result of development of the site that could have an impact on air quality. The impact however, is not likely to be significant. F. Transportation/Circulation. This site is located on the south side of Garvey Avenue between Charlotte and Delta Avenues. The entrance onto the site is located at the front of the lot on Garvey Avenue. The drive aisle is 28-feet wide which is adequate for 2-way traffic. An office use is required to provide parldng at a ratio of one space for each 250 square feet of floor area. The building would be 742 square feet which would require 3 parking spaces. The plan includes 11 spaces to meet this need, including two handicapped spaces. Most customers that will visit this site will not require parking near the office, they will simply use a gate card to enter the premises and park their vehicles in front of their individual storage containers. Drive aisle widths throughout the site are a minimum of 25 feet wide which are adequate for tw( way traffic. No significant impact would result from this design. Traffic circulation patterns in the area are not likely to be impacted by the proposed project. G. Biological Resources. This is an existing, lot in the center of an urban community. There are no plant or animal species that would be impacted by the project. H. Energy and Mineral Resources. The resources are available for an office building and storage containers. I. Hazards. No hazardous materials are included as part of the proposed project. J. Noise. Residential properties are located adjacent to this site to the west. There will be some initial noise generated during the construction of this project but City codes limit the hours and days of construction activity. The proposal of a self storage facility using steel containers will increase the noise levels of the existing vacant lot. The applicant has proposed to install an 8 foot chain link fence with creeping vines to absorb some of the noise created_ The containers will also be set back from the side property line 25 feet. In addition, the applicant proposes to use double doors on the containers that measure 4 feet by 8 feet with rubber seals that reduce the sounds created by the metal doors closing against metal door stops. The hours of operation of the proposed storage facility will be limited from to 7:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Sunday MITIGATION M'IEASI_IRES NI. A 8 foot chain link fence, covered with a creeping vine (as approved by the Director of Planning) shall be installed on the westerly property line. N2. The storage containers shall be set back a minimum of 25 feet from the west property line. N3. The container doors shall have installed a rubber seal as to prevent the metal to metal contact of the doors as they are shut. N4. Hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Sunday. K. Public Services. There will be no increase in the need for public services. L. Utilities and Service Systems. The site has adequate utilities and services for the proposed use. M. Aesthetics. This PD zone change will provide the City with an opportunity to review the design plans for the project and subsequent changes to development of this site. The PD zone will allow greater aesthetic mitigation than the current C-3 and R-2 zones which have no design review. Containers -Developing thus site as a storage facility using metal containers could have a negative aesthetic impact on the surrounding area. Typically self storage facilities are constructed out of wood or metal framed buildings with the exteriors finished with materials such as stucco or wood. This proposal is different because the tenant will be leasing a piece of property from a utility company that prefers not to have permanent structures placed on their property. To ensure that the containers do not become unsightly the applicant proposes that they will be painted a neutral, uniform color and the containers will be repainted when necessary. initial Environmental Study Case No. PD 97-11;ZC 97-204;GPA 97-01 Pau 11 of 12 • Landscaping- In addition to the color of the containers, the site has been designed with sufficient g n landscap ito so fte the effects of the development. A combination of turf, shrubs, and trees surround all of the areas that would be visible to neighboring properties. A significant amount of the landscaping will cover the area immediately adjacent to Garvey Avenue, including 8 foot high concrete block walls to screen the facility from the public right of way. The landscape plan also calls for a 6-8 foot high chain link fence to be covered with a creeping vine, along the western property line adjacent to the residential area. Office Building- The one permanent structure on the site will be a 742 square foot office building. The architect has designed an attractive stuccoed building with a glass storefront that will front on Garvey Avenue. The structure will consist mainly of a customer service area with some retail sales of items related to storage. Light & Glare-Because the facility will have exterior heisting to deter crime, the lights could affect the residential homes to the west of the site. The architect has provided the City with a lighting plan that shows how far the light will travel. By providing wall pack light fixtures with deflecting shields on top, the light will not spill onto neighboring properties causing a nuisance to these properties. By incorporating the shields and a lower wattage bulb this negative condition will be mitigated. The proposed landscaping on the west side will also minimize the issue of light and glare. MIIIGATION MEASURES: Al. The applicant shall paint all containers a neutral, uniform color and repaint when necessary. 42. The applicant shall install light fu-tures with shields and bulbs that do not allow light to flow onto neighboring properties. A3. Facility shall be screened by view of public right of ways with appropriate landscaping elements and concrete block walls. N. Cultural Resources. There are no ;mown cultural resources located in the area where the subject site is located. 0. Recreation. No impacts to recreation rinds are anticipated. Any new development will be required to pay development fees under the Quimby Act. III £ONC'1ITSTON Planned Development 97-11 (including General Plan Amendment 97-01 & Zone Change 97-204) would allow the - development of a self storage facility with 105,000 square feet of storage area. Temporary impacts will occur during construction, and some minor impacts could occur from the proposed use. There is a potential for this project to have an impact on the neighboring residential neighborhood, however by incorporating mitigation measures to address the issues of noise, aesthetics, light and glare, etc. there will not be a negative effect on the neighboring properties. All other environmental issues have or will be fully addressed through design and conditions of approval. All potential environmental impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance, therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration will be prepared. IV. COTIRCF,TIST L Pnsomrad Mtudci-,al Code. Adopted 1959, as amended. 2. Rosemead G'ncn p' . Cotton/Beland/.Associates, Inc., 1987. 3. Rosemead Grnere Plan' Final . v;- =n`al Impact Rennr. Cotton/Thailand/Associates, Inc., 1987. 4. Gal fnmia F ntal Qnaliry Art- Stamm and Guidelines. Governor's Office of Planning and Research, 1992 (with amendments through July, 1994). 5. Population Research Unit California. Department of Finance, January, 1997. Initial Environmental Study Page 12 of 12 Case No, PD 97-11,ZC 97-204 GPA 97-01 • • ZONE CHANCE APPLICATION SUPPLEMENT (1) CITY or RO.SENEAD, PLANNING DEPARTMENT 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSElEAD, CA 91770 (818) 288-6671 SITE ADDRESS: g3Pt . (tA/c-Li Amt., (LOQ-rg4D, c-/4 DATE: 7-- 1-97 6FA/PPR/ DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST/PROJECT: ZOi4 C4-)gy3e r- - NE44 )-i1Nl 52" 1-dam FgGij yt - i /S73o5_F Existing Zoning: 6,--3 Proposed Zoning: P j7 Existing General Plan Designation: Address the following statements on a separate sheet. 1. The proposed change of zone meets the intent and is consistent with the General Plan designation applicable to the area. 2. The proposed change of zone provides for the logical and best use for the property or properties involved, and does not constitute a 'spot zoning' situation. 3. The proposed change of zone is necessary to provide for the general welfare and benefit of the public at large. 4. The public necessity supports the proposed change. There is a real need in the community for more of the type of uses permitted by the zone requested. 5. The property involved in the proposed rezoning is more suitable for the uses permitted in the proposed zone than for the uses permitted in the present zone. 6. The uses yermitted by proposed designation are not detrimental to surrounding prppert' -S. 1 SIGNATURE: '� .'//!� % /f�i��f�j�G� DATE: 1.2)'-/7 FEE $1350 FL/ZC EXHIBIT "J" GENERAL INFORMATION FORM (2) CITY OF ROSEMEAD, PLANNING DEPARTMENT 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEISEAD, CA 91770 (818) 288-6671 SITE ADDRESS: 8306 6,&tvEY AV ,F-csEFicro GA DATE: 2--B-17 DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST/PROJECT: C-u P I ZON= GF-}AI-JE'c FOR- NE W F117-....1 I SEL.= ST-CmP.6E IIS,780 S.P. LOT SIZE: L53.'313cF.=f]5-p7.17BgPN: 5263'0.7$-B000-Wo' `412-ZONE: C-3 GEN. PLAN: PROJECT/BUSINESS NAME: 7----7./F-0,?=cT <--CDP-.4G= HOURS OF OPERATION: 7:07' - 7:00 NO. OF EMPLOYEES: ?- PROJECT PROJECT DETAILS: (type or print on separate sheet P if more apace is needed) : Existing use: FO)-,)cam LIV-:'c r ;..1-17 J_:A( s£: VACANT to be demolished: N/A sf to remain: (J/fA e£ Proposed use: SE:-= Shy-/--6= additional total sf: II5-27;0 I I' height: L'J -U Building sf broken down by intended use and number of structures or du: O .LS - i 1_..7E'-017-L s:7..e.6s - 653 C.27-7?-/-.77-7E-12C - Parking calculation (show sf%i,arking_rat:o7number required & provided) : 5-0c5-7. OP L&E= 7 57.4= B.at "LSV 3.P. B. zsrr'-cr :,_B,.?..,;r-c-c/g( C_ia.=c I i : ,,aso z.?. c- - r-= 15(7.-2-, F.� loon S.F. - 116 SPS s ^ 2L D/p„onra,p YA2 l?..G is -i=.o✓I c' hOJAc .- — itiDi✓.O..:F._ 9�7=. 6 ,_:-< - Lot coverage, floor area ratio, landscaped percentage: • APPLICANT/SUBDIVIDER: =Vc7 EST STT_.Ao_ Address: LSO E . F CI-1ILA bL-JD - Phone: g1 3 -1735---5-7:72-0 BUSINESS CBTNER(S) : Sv‘Ive Address: Phone: PROPERTY OWNER: =CISoN Address: I09 N. L.01-J 5S=ICH BLVD. 1004 Phone: 3) D-4c11-7 €5 LOI-I 6 S-A -4-' GA Oj(2€0 2- PEPRESENTATIVE hit:2D engineer, ) : (-GA- 71;SSO&1A7 s Address: 75-35- 7-1074P-0../...57 Av �swenr-; ISTEAc H, - (/� Phone: lJ4-(q�5-304U -._; / . y2-e63 I hereby certify that the aboxe i= dor //7 it to the best of my knowledge. Applicant' s signature: /4I. /bc /� �,�f(J� 7 4/ Date: Print Name: C/- Z.L 3=._c.:<#-IAVN DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE APPLICATION ACCEPTED BY: DATE: CASE(S) : NO(S) : PEE: FL/INFOSH • • ENVIRONBENTAL ASSESSMENT FORM (3) CITi or ROSEMEAD, PI.ARNING DEPARTMENT 8838 VALLET BOULEVARD RO.SEMEAD, CA 9177D (818) 280-6671 SITE ADDRESS: B306 69P4V=`; fl'Vrj- R-° -. ' -o, Col DATE: DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST/PROTCT: LU G'-yo 1,i i'i FAc_u_ — /15,7430 S.F. 1. Surrounding land uses of the site: north south -SIO 73/ L- east east west fe"D:SOb4 2. Could the request, if granted, have an effect on any of the items listed below? Answer yes or no in space provided. a. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas to public lands or roads. __ b. Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project. c. Change in plant or animal life. I= d. Increase of solid waste or litter. e. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. hi _. Increase of solid waste or litter. iy e. Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity. 4-4 f. Change in ground water quality or ouantity, or alteration of existing drainage patterns. g. Change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity. _ h. Site on filled land or on slopes of 10% or more. N i. Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flammables or explosives. j. Projected change in demand for City services, (police, fire, water, sewage, etc. ) . i k. Relationship to a larger project or series of projects. If yes, please type or print explanation on a separate sheet. 3. Number of trees on the site: O No. of oak trees: 0 Number of trees to be removed: 0 Number of oak trees to be removed: If oak trees are to be removed, please refer to RMC Sec. 9131 about permit procedures. 4. Are there any known cultural, historical, archeological or any other environmental aspects of the project site and surrounding area that the Planning Department should be aware of? pC If , please type or print explanation on a separate sheet. SIGNATURE: r7/ / ( %%-k1�j/ DATE: /14-7 FL/ENVIRDN PROPERTY OWNERS LIST/RADIDs MAP INSTRUCTIONS (4) CITY OF ROSEMEAD, PLANNING DEPARTMENT 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CA 91770 (818) 258-6671 NOTE: The information furnished must be as it appears on the latest aseeeement roll of the Los Angeles County Assessor. An inaccurate or incomplete list may cause invalidation of your case. Attached is a list of providers of this service. A listing does not constitute a recommendation from the City. INSTRUCTIONS: Submit the following with application: a. one (1) map showing each parcel within, or partially within, a 300-foot radius cf the exterior boundaries of the property under consideration. Number each parcel within the 3D0-foot radius on the - map (i.e. , #1, /2, #3. . . ) . b. one (1) list of assessor's parcel number, property owner's name, and property owner's mailing address for each parcel numbered (i.e. , {1, /2, 13. . . ) . c. three (3) sets of gummed labels with the list copied onto them. d. one (1) copy of this form with the affidavit shown below signed and notarized by the preparer of the three items listed above. Site Address: Bao= G.(-0.157 AVE , „=,:rAO V/, Date: Description of Request/Project: GLI9/2 G=;/=i.95= F✓f— F /iui Sip, = ' Biu CI —ISS 7°P >.;= AFFIDAVIT City of Rosemead County of Los Angeles ) State of California 1' , hereby certify that the names and addresses of all persons to whom all property is assessed as they appear on the latest available assessment roll of the County of Los Angeles within the described and for a distance of three hundred (300) feet from the exterior boundaries of property described as: Street Address(es) : Assessor's Parcel No. (s) : signed: Print Name(e) : Mailing Address: Phone: City/State/zip: Date: • Subscribed and sworn to before me this _ day of , 19 NOTARY PUBLIC FL/RADIUS APPLICANT'S AFFIDAVIT (5) CITY OF ROSEMEAD, PLANNING DEPARTMENT 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CA 91770 (818) 288-6671 The applicant, not the representative, should read thio sheet and then sign and notarize signature at bottom: NOTICE Dear Applicant: You are advised NOT to obtain any loans or loan commitments on the subject property, or to clear the land, or do anything whatsoever that is dependent on final approval of your application. Anything you do before final approval will be AT YOUR OWN RISE. Do not assume that your case will be, or has been finally approved until you are officially notified of such decision IN WRITING by the City of Rosemead. Final approval requires favorable action by the Planning Commission or the City Council. Further, final approval alone may not be enough. READ the notice of decision and the RESOLUTION of the Planning Commission or City Council on which the decision is based. It is necessary that you comply with ALL the conditions of approval set forth herein before the final approval takes effect. Sincerely, PETER LYONS Director of Planning City of Rosemead Site Address: 330 lfV IFA/55/-7 , Cf Date: Description of Rec,:est/Project: Gu P /-21-77./TE: 12Oy NE 1-10--+1 - (1 c 790 AFFIDAVIT City of Rosemead County of Los Angeles) State of California ) i/We, r , hereby certify that I/we am/are the applicant(s) involved in this request, and that the foregoingeta ements and-2 answers herein contained, and the information herewith sub 1are in al respects true and rrect to the beet of my/our knowledge and bel ef..f//, `�/nn// Signed: / /;�f ' / -L'(/////%1/17 /7./ Print Name(s): l ''< I`1 Mailing Address: .3;2S0 2_ �TG�h� {I 31J� . �.->1(� Phone: _ City/State/Zip: °OL [1.Q+4 l {^'Y q) 1 (7 R /7 Date: I Thh te, ✓ Subscribed and sworn to before me this { day of (4'41.p21-Np ' 1977.. 1/ j.?-1/ 4t-72/, / )G/v /�!%� %a.ura riTegalSi # .1.^713 1 i COMM.OMM ♦9GOD NOTARY PUBLIC_ / L -- _ No:ary -Cuhlo:niu \TT- ORANGE COUNTY My Comm Euoiies NAY 12,19'r] FL/AFFIDAVIT 5_ce Adcee E,; Date: - L07:-_^ _ _ _.. of n_ - ___%?m e__ AYE TDAVIT Co_nty _= L.XXX3 -s- )ORANGE :it Eta of L-alifornia ) SUSAN W. CASE, INC. bereov 72:700 adcreoses c-f all persons c i�o:a all _esse the ___ the latest - v _f the County Le ae of L s as e''l es ^ _ _ a.�ad_aU_e aes essme:c ,o._ -''.i.. _he describe] _ _ __ o` =he {3Los ;o-e'_he _e o _ ____es _ a _s_e.-�oe o_ _.._ee 'rc n_re� j3DD)J _ _ *AVP.ZLIaBLr •. of property =_:c-_:e• xc. ' ''^ �` fro= the THROUGH METROSCAN A DATA SOURCE. INFORMATION IS feet hcLIABLE BUT NOT PUARANTEED 1G_E__�$6j : As m " 3. dol 60 Z- 1 ?7°Y - . At 'frig SUSANLw,cASE, 1NC. LAGUNABEACH;CA 92651 ph„,e 714 494 6105 ty/State/Z / Date to before oe this { /i._ _ev _- A4(1/4 .q (� 1 :.. i- n,a rlesman aa.'.de:�. FEB-06-97 Thu 12:41 PH "A FAX NO. 714 546 015H P.02/02 Pitmen Lam'C AITIDAVIT (6) CO= OT Rf 1), PIdama D81CT1aVT 8838 VALTZI DOCl2VARD pD», m 917ID (828) 268-6671 53e5.005.�Bo'1�' AE r:csscw- gar -e_\ Vrb-v^ DATE' 2/1 0/9 7 SITE ADDRESS' Zone Change, CIN, General Plan Amendment DESCRIPTION OT RSQR867JPROJ 2t . and Environ=_ntalImnerr A==''ct-T= r ATTI$yv2: City of Rosemead ) Ccnty of Ina Angeles) S tate of California ) . hereby c/Na Renbl,cee r_ -- " -urs, certify that !/we are/are the Romer(e) of Vara property _volved in this roguery, ant that the f reigning statseeata andheroin contained, and the 'cation 'arewLe knitted are in all respects tivo and corm-out to the beet of rev icor- krp,d d v and belie.. • - S igned. ! U-- /C(l4r-�f v�Z�cc F-GL Lcv1O ArmeS Print Nam( ): 41004 Harling Addreao: Ip' Borth Long Beach Blvd. Phone: CO2-Go'-'L70 Lon Beach, CA 90602 Date; /tp/ET City/State/zip: • suhca!bed and e.oa to before me thio day of . 19 . 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ATTENTION NOTARY:Almouoh tne information requester below Is OPTIONAL,II mould prevent fraudulent atac lment o'He cefi4rale to unauthorized documen:. J THIS CERTIFICATE The or Tof Document lr�oPC27 "/ C-1�'n1c,e S Z Ar-r lDn ✓ /i MUST BE ATTACHED / TO THE DOCUMENT Number of Pages / Date of Document .a//e ie 6 DESCRIBED AT RIGHT: Sioner(s) Other Than Named Above ice.—C-- / e 199t NATIONAL NOTARY ASSO"IAT ION.6.236 Remmel Ave..P 0 Box 71b4.Canoga Pari.CA oppt.»be PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 4 of 14 There being no one else wishing to address the Commission either in favor or in opposition of the project, the Public Hearing was closed. Discussion among the Commissioners: (MO) Motion by Vice-Chairman Ruiz that both Conditional Use Permit 97-722 and Conditional Use Permit 97-724 be approved for a period of one (1) year, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit A . Seconded by Commissioner Ortiz. Vote resulted: YES: ALARCON, ORTIZ, LOI, BREEN, RUIZ NO: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE D. PT ANNED DEVFJ.OPMF.NT REVTFW 97-01/ GFNFR AI PT AN AMENDMENT 97- 01/ZONF CHANGE 97-'114 - 8306 E. Gamey Avenue - A request by Mr. Carl \I Beckmann, dba Everest Storage, to develop a self storage facility in the M-1; Light Manufacturing 5. Industrial Zone. ` Mr. Lyons presented the Staff Report. The request involves the change of the general plan designation from public facilities to commercial and a change of zone from C-3 and R-2 to Planned Development and also approval of planned development site plan. This site consists of four (4) parcels totalling 293,813 sf (approximately 6.75 acres). There are no sturctures on the site other than the existing towers that support the overhead cable lines. The site had been leased by tenants that operate wholesale nursery businesses. All of the subject parcels are owned by So. California Edison and the applicant has secured a long term l'"2cP of 35 years. This proposal is unique from other self storage facilities because the applicant is proposing to use individual steel containers, placed side by side, rather than constructing framed structures. An initial study has been completed in accordance with state and local environmental regulations. Tnis study found that temporary impacts will occur during construction and some minor impacts could Recur from the proposed use. There is a potential impact on the surrounding residential neighborhood, however, by incorporating mitigation measures addressing the issues, there will be no negative effect on the neighboring properties. All potential environmental impacts can be mitigated to a level of insignificance, therefore, a mitigated negative declaration has been prepared. This proposal is to develop the site with 105.000 sf of self storage containers and a 742 sf office building. Mr. Lyons through the help of the site plans, showed what the containers would look like. Edison prefers that no permanent structures be placed on their right of way. However, building codes require that the storage containers be bolted to a permanent foundation for stability in ca-ase of seismic activity. By placing these containers side by side and bolting them to a foundation, they will visually create eight long steel structures. Through the use of the map, Mr. Lyons showed the existing site and its simulation of what the site would look from Garvey if approved subject to conditions. It was requested from the applicant to install an 8 ft high split faced block wall as well as extensive landscaping to block the view of the containers from Garvey. Because the site is adjacent to single family homes, the architect has designed the facility to have a 25 ft setback from this property line. In addition, the plan will provide a new eight (8) ft. high chain link fence covered with slats of wood and vines to drape down along this fence line with trees spaced every 30 ft. These mitigation measures will reduce the potential for graffiti and lessen any potential negative impacts to the adjacent neighborhood. Regarding light and glare, a lightng plan had been provided. Wall mounted fixtures will be secured to the exterior of the storage units. These fixtures will be equipped with shields to prevent glare from the PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 5 of 14 lights onto neighboring properties. Motion activated video cameras will be installed throughout the site to record any suspicious activities that may occur. A condition has been added that the tapes from these cameras will be kept for a minimum of thirty (30) days. Regarding noise, condition #11 addresses this issue. The container doors shall be installed with a rubber seal to prevent the metal to metal contact of the doors as they are shut. By changing the General Plan designation of this site from "Public Facilities" to "Commercial", the site will have a similar designation as the rest of the properties that line Garvey Avenue. This project meets the findings of public necessity, convenience, general welfare and good zoning practices. A self storage facility within the City would provide residents and neighboring communities with a safe, affordable location to store belongings that exceed the capacity of their properties. The PD zone will be consistent with the new general plan designation of Commercial. Staff therefore recommended that the Planning Commission (1) Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Planned Development 97-01, including case numbers GPA 97-01 and ZC 97-204. (2) Recommend City Council approval of GPA 97-01, changing the land use designation from Public Facilities to Commercial; (3) Make the findings required under Section 9185 of the Rosemead Municipal Code in order to recommend City Council approval of ZC 97-204, changing the zoning designation from C-3 and R-2 to PD; and (4) Make the findings required under Section 9120.4 of the Rosemead Municipal Code in order to recommend City Council approval of PD 97-01 for a self storage development; subject to the draft conditions of approval listed in Exhibit "A". Questions from the Commissioners to Staff: Commissioner Alarcon inquired from Mr. Lyons if there were any city requirements limiting the type of materials that can be stored like hazardous materials.. Mr. Lyons replied that there are some building codes that the applicant needs to adhere to. The applicant may be able to answer this question more extensively. Chairman Loi wanted to know if one container divided by a metal partition would be used by two (2) tenants. The applicant replied that yes, it would be used by two (2) tenants. Commissioner Loi continued if there are about 644 containers, then there will be more or less about 1,200 tenants altogether. Also, this kind of business allows gangs to conceal illegal materials such as firearms. Does the city have any regulation addressing this type of issue? Mr. Lyons replied that staff will monitor and inspect the storage containers but not every single one. The applicant may be able to address this concern when public hearing is opened. Chairman Loi opened the Public Hearing to those wishing to speak in favor of the project: Carl Becktnann, with Everest Storage and the applicant of the project, stated that regarding the number of units, this property will have rental spaces available for 64-4 individual tenants. It is a single story project that is not commonly developed in So. California because of land cost. The containers have an overall height limit of 8 ' feet as opposed to a single story mini-storage building which could be 11 to 12 feet. Regarding the impact of traffic usage, weekends may generate somewhere around 20-30 trips once it's full. People generally store their merchandise in and leave. They do not come on a daily basis unless it is a contractor or commercial user who would be storing excess inventory. There PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 6 of 14 will be one (1) restroom provided for tenants and office staff. There will be heavy landscaping on the front part of the property so that it blends in with the streetscape on Garvey Avenue. He continued to discuss the concerns of the homeowners. An 8 ft chain link fence covered with slats and creeping vine shall be installed along this fence line with trees spaced every 30 ft. Regarding power lines, some adjustments had been made from the original site plans and Edision had accepted these site plans. Conditions of approval had been reviewed and are acceptable which are already incorporated in the design. Concerning hazardous waste, there are a number of ways to address this issue. (1) The leas= specifically prohibits storage of any type of hazardous waste and flammable materials or other illegal products. (2) Concerning the storage of illegal items like firearms, when a tenant comes in, signs his lease, he's photographed and the business has his photo ID. There will also be a video camera monitoring the entire site. The managers are trained that when a new tenant comes in, they tend to go and clean up the area and as the tenant loads and unloads, the managers will try to monitor what he's loading or unloading. The site is monitored on a daily basis. The managers of the facility will periodically drive the entire site during the day for any leaks, any strange smells, or any noticeable problems. There's also provisions in the tenant's lease that the managers can get immediate access if there's any question. He stated that they want this facility to run as cleanly and lacking of danger. Just as the motto of the seal of the city says, "Civic Pride" he said that they operate this facility with a great deal of pride with the way they're designed, managed and follow the city requirements. They're looking forward to many years of service in the city. He was in attendance to answer any questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner Alarcon wanted to know how old the company is. Mr. Beckmann replied that the company is about a year old. However, he has been involved in self storage industries since 1979 spending 13 years with the largest developer in the country. His partner in this business, Bob Cohurst spent 6 years with the same developer. His position at this company was a site acquisition manager, responsible for acquiring about 1,000 sites all over the country. They got into this business about a year ago, the parent company Everest Properties, is a full service real estate investment company with about 16 employees and about 90 million in assets. Commissioner Alarcon wanted to know if this company is currently operating other facilities in San Gabriel Valley? Mr. Beckmann replied that they don't. They have several others that they are processing now on other Edison sites, as well as, some other non Edison sites. Commissioner Alarcon wanted to know how the marketing plan is broken down to business and individual tenants and what would be the hours of operation? Mr. Beckmann replied that in this location the breakdown would probably be somewhere between 40% to 50% commercial and the rest residential. The hours of operation would be from 7 am to 7 pm daily. There is a 24-hour video monitoring and if necessary a patrol can be placed if it warrants. Commissioner Ortiz wanted to know if there were any home owner's studies? Mr. Beckmann replied that there was no study made. What was done was toaddress the concern for the homes along the west property line as far as giving the buffer with the screen, the trees and the plants. PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 7 of 14 Commissioner Ortiz felt that the slats are not sufficient enough to shield the residents. Mr Beckmann stated that this could be addressed in two (2) ways: (1) In addition to the slats, a creeping ivy would be planted to cover the entire fence. (2) The lighting itself will be screened so that any glare or light projected would fall entirely within the bounds of the site and would not affect the neighbors' yards. Commissioner Ortiz commented that planting of ivy brings about rodents and requires the homeowners to maintain this landscape. Mr. Bfrkmann replied that ivy could not be maintained at the neighbor's yard. But it will be maintained on their side. Commissioner Ortiz had some concern with regards to the gravity of electricity going on at this area especially with metal, how safe are these lines? What are the restrictions on the distance and parameters on these towers? He directed this question to the Edison representative. Dana Bullock, representing Edison. Every one of these towers have restrictions, both are operating on a 66 to 220 transmission voltage lines. The reason they prefer the portable facility on this particular right of way was because of the fact that they want to stay within ten (10) feet outside of the lines. The units will encroach somewhat under the lines but will stay out of them as far as the distance or radius from the towers. Those radius have at least a minimum of 50 ft. She further stated that this was a compatible use with the operating lines. Edison had limited concern with this project as they were addressed on a long term ground lease. She felt that this project would be beneficial to the public. Commissioner Ortiz wanted to know other facilities that use metal structures such as this. Ms. Bullock stated that there are numerous locations in their right of ways where metal structures exist. Continued discussions with Commissioner Ortiz and Ms. Bullock regarding to how much chemicals the tenants may store in these facilities. Ms. Bullock stated that there will absolutely no chemicals permitted because of the agreement between the storage company and Edison, there's actually severe limitations in storing hazardous or flammable materials. The primary use will be for generation of electricity and to maintain their right to have access 24 hours a day 7 days a week and that they will have control over the property. The secondary use will be as a self storage facility. Commissioner Ortiz had another concern regarding storing of the hazardous materials and the proposed fencing. Mr. Beckmann replied that storing of hazardous materials is also their main concern, not only because of fire and life safety issues, but in terms liability issues both current and long term liability which they would like to avoid at all costs. He stated that the site will be monitored very heavily both with the individual visual contacts with the managers as well as the video camera monitoring which will be reviewed daily and will be saved for 30 days. With this type of surveillance, it will be very difficult for anyone to keep any quantity of any hazardous materials. Hazardous materials are a fact of life now these days and we have to be aware of them. And in their business specially the whole industry is very attuned with this issue. With regards to fencing, they have discussed this with the planning staff extensively and all things had been considered. By using the fence discussed earlier, he believes that this addresses the concern of the neighbors. PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 8 of 14 Chairman Loi opened the Public Hearing to those wishing to speak in opposition of the project: Rachel De Leon, 2620 Charlotte, Rosemead, stated that she is opposed to a lot of things. (1) Chain link fence - she can't visualize a chain link fence dividing the property. (2) Storage facility with metal with hanging wires over it, who will be liable if something happens? She mentioned that there was a power surge not too long ago and the technicians had to go to the field at the back to work on the wires. She was wondering where the access to the property would be, would it be close to the neighbors that reside there on Charolotte Street? (3) She was also concerned with the ivy, security, lighting, hours of operation how late will you be open, 7 to 7 everyday? She stated that residents would like to sleep in on weekends and would not care to hear the traffic going in and out and even late night time. She mentioned that she has two (2) watch dogs. When they hear something at the backyard, they let her how of what's going on. So if people go into the storage facility, the dogs will be barking and affecting the neighbors that live around the area. She also mentioned her problems with ivy. Ivys bring rodents. The lighting, will it be reflecting the metal storage units, and hit their property, will the ivy protect them and how far is it going to be and how close will the storage be to the neighbor's property. Access, there are going to be two (2) access points? One for the public only on Garvey and who will use the other across and how late will this access be used? Property value - there will be a change in zoning. What happens to the value of their property. What risks - toxic waste with people bringing in containers. Who will be liable when there's an earthquake and the wires fall down, will it be city's responsibility. Deputy Price replied that the City will not be liable. It is Edison who will be responsible. The applicant was given the opportunity to rebutt: Mr. Beckmann stated that Ms. De Leon has important points but the project as it is designed addresses many of the concerns. Chain link fence - there is a chain link fence right now that has been there for many years separating the two (2) properties. With regards to the containers, one of the conditions Edison has with them was that each container need to be individually grounded and Edison has to approve the method of grounding, making sure that they are fully grounded. Security issue - upon site inspection, he found one (1) transient living on the site with evidence that several other people living on the site. He's hoping that this would be addressed with the proper use of the site. Traffic - the 30 cars per day is what the industry had experienced with this type of business. Lighting - on the western property line, the closest building to it would be 25ft away. The lights will be shining down and shielded with metal shields to keep all of the lights on the property. Mr. Beckmann stated that they will work with the neighbors to ensure that the lights are non intrusive. Amoss - the other access will be for emergency acrecs to be used by the Fire Dept. and Edison in the normal course of their business and in emergencies. It will not be an access to the site at anytime by any of the tenants. Edison may come through once every quarter to wash the insulators. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the Public hearing was closed. Discussion among the Commissioners: (MO) Motion by Commissioner Breen to approve Planned Development Review 97-01/General Plan Amendment 97-01 and Zone Change 97-204, subject to the conditions of approval listed in Exhibit "K. Vice-Chairman Ruiz seconded the motion. PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 9 of 14 Before vote was taken, Commissioner Ortiz reiterated his concern regarding the hours and chain link fence should be addressed for the good of the neighbors. He was hesitating to vote on this item because of the block wall that encourages more graffiti problem. He would like some changes made to condition #9 regarding the blockwall to state 6 ft high block-wall on the west side only. He was also concerned about the lighting encroaching on the privacy of the residents. He would like to modify the condition of approval, or poll the Commission regarding these issues. Vice-Chairman Ruiz with regards to the 6 ft block wall will this appease the residents since there is already an existing chain link fence? Commissioner Alarcon stated that he agrees with Ms. De Leon's concern about the chain link fence with creeping ivy. He felt that having this ivy and requiring the neighbors to trim their side is not a good idea. The intent was good for privacy, having ivy, but since there would be landscaping using bushes of some sort that will be just as private as an ivy without the extra work for the neighbors to be maintaining it on their side. Deputy Price suggested that the Chairman poll the Commission on three items: Requirement of: (1) Height of 6 ft block-wall (2) Ivy - planted on fence (3) Type of fencing and materials Requirement of 6 ft block—all - one vote. Commissioner Breen stated that he has a chain link fence with redwood slats going to it and it does look beautiful but he will not oppose the block wall. So block-wall fails. Mr. Lyons continued that this will be an 8 ft chain link fence with slats professionally constructed with no ivy only landscaping on the developer's side. Condition #9 will be modified. Ivy - will be deleted from the conditions of approval. Commissioner Ortiz had another concern regarding the hours of operation encroaching on the privacy of the neighbors on weekends. He recommended that on weekends, on Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm so people are able to sleep in and to be closed on Sundays. This refers to condition #20. Vice-Chairman Ruiz stated that people move their merchandise on Saturdays and Sundays. Therefore if Sunday is eliminated, that the facility would be closed on Sundays. He agrees with the condition #20 in the original conditions of approval and to make changes at this point, he felt that staff did a very good job in studying the project. He felt that the project does meet all the city requirements and findings, therefore, the Commission should approve the original conditions of approval. Commissioner Ortiz replied that some people do work on Saturdays, some on Sundays. And a percentage rest on Saturdays or Sundays. The neighbors live adjacent to this property and they should be respected when they feel like sleeping in by not waking up by the slamming doors or people howling or yelling getting items from the storage bins. There will be more consideration to the surrounding neighborhood. Chairman Loi inquired if this item would be approved for one (1) year. And if it is, he suggested to the Commissioners to give it a try for one (1) year and see how it goes. Vice-Chairman Ruiz agrees with Commissioner Ortiz' suggestion for the hours of operation from 7 am to 7 pm, Monday through Friday, and 9 am to 7 pm Saturday and PC Minutes 07-21-97 Page 10 of 14 Sunday. The maker of the motion agrees to this amendment. Vote resulted: YES: ALARCON, ORTIZ, LOI, BREEN RUIZ NO: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE 5. OTHER BT7SINESS• A. CON'T)TTIONAT. INF PERMIT Rb-i44 (FXTFNCIOIlN - 3107 Gladys Avenue - May Tze Mei Leung, dba Sunshine Preschool, requests to continue a permit to operate a preschool. Mr. Johnson presented the Staff Report. This conditional use permit was initially approved on February 18, 1986 to operate a preschool at 3107 Gladys Avenue. This permit has been extended several times over the past eleven years. The last extension was for a period of three (3) years. This time has expired and the CUP is due for another extension. Based on the applicant's compliance with the original conditions of approval, Staff recommended that the Planning Commission approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 86-344 for a period of five (5) years, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "A". Questions from the Commission to the applicant: - It was ascertained that the applicant's representative was in the audience. (MO) Motion by Commissioner Alarcon, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 86-344 for a period of five (5) years, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit "A". Vote resulted: YES: ALARCON, ORTIZ, LOI, BREEN, RUIZ NO: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE B. CONDITIONAL USF PERMIT 9:-6;7 (EXTENSION) - 8960 Valley Boulevard - Mr. Sung Mo Ha requests to continue a permit to operate a gasoline service station in conjunction with a food mart, dba Mobil Gas Station. Mr. Johnson presented the Staff Report. The Planning Commission granted approval of Conditional Use Permit 95-657 on January 15, 1996. This approval granted a permit for the operation of a "Mobil" gas station and food mart. The one (1) year period has expired and is now due for another extension request. Staff found the business to be in compliance with the conditions of approval. Staff therefore recommended that the Planning Commission approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 95-657 for a period of three (3) years, subject to the conditions listed in Exhibit A . It was ascertained that the applicant was in the audience. Discussion among the Commissioners: SUL'ppfL80 (1 Mil(Il(NI4 444 EDISON August 19, 1997 Mr.Peter Lyons Director of Planning 8838 E. Valley Blvd. P.O. Box 397 Rosemead, CA 91770 Re: Everest Storage,LLC Proposed Self Storage Facility on Garvey Avenue Dear Peter: Southern California Edison's Power Grid Business Unit (PGBU) has reviewed the self storage facility proposed by Everest Storage, LLC on a portion of its operating property located on Garvey Avenue in the City of Rosemead. Power Grid has determined that the nature of this proposed project is permissible and will not adversely affect the operational integrity of its existing facilities installed on the subject property. Consequently, PGBU has provided conceptual approval based on the implementation of certain site-specific restrictions in the design of the project, allowing adequate access to Edison's operating facilities at all times. Sincerely, ri - ana Bullock. CCIM Manager, Special Projects n 0. Box 410 IVU Lonr nooch Iipd. Lon_bench. CA 9080I