PC - Item 3B - Modification 21-01 - 2146 San Gabriel BoulevardROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSIOM
STAFF REPORT
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DATE: APRIL 5, 2021
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION 21-01
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On February 6, 1989, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 88-447 (CUP
88-447), which permitted a transfer of ownership for a motel use, located at 2146 San Gabriel
Boulevard, in a Medium Commercial (C-3) zone. Due to recent activity and violations with the
City's Planning Division, Building and Safety Division, Code Enforcement Division, Los Angeles
County Sheriffs Department, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, and Los
Angeles County Fire Department, the City is initiating a modification to CUP 88-447 to modify
the conditions of approval to include operational and maintenance conditions, which includes
a security system for the motel (Friendly Inn).
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Class 1 of Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines
exempts projects consisting of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing,
licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical
equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former
use. In addition, Class 9 of Section 15309 exempts projects consisting of activities limited
entirely to inspections, to check for the performance of an operation, or the quality, health, or
safety of a project, including related activities such as inspection for possible mislabeling,
misrepresentation, or adulteration of products. Accordingly, MOD 21-01 is classified as Class
1 and Class 9 Categorical Exemptions, pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15309 of the California
Environmental Quality Act.
It is recommended that the Planning Commission ADOPT Resolution No. 21-02 with findings
(Exhibit "A"), and APPROVE MOD 21-01, subject to the 21 conditions outlined in Attachment
"A",?-.tt,2-e1ted hereto.
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The project site is located at the southeast corner of San Gabriel Boulevard and Graves
Avenue. According to the Los Angeles County Assessor's records, the site is approximately
28,870 square feet.
On April 28, 1987, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 604 (attached as Exhibit "B"), which
permitted hotel and motel development in the C-3 and Light Manufacturing and Industrial (M-1)
zones upon the granting of a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission. According
to Building and Safety Division records, the building permit for motel was issued on January 7,
1987 and building construction was finaled on July 15, 1987. On February 6, 1989, the Planning
Commission approved CUP 88-447, which permitted the transfer of ownership of the existing
50 -unit motel. According to the staff report, the original motel was exempt from obtaining a
CUP as the building permit was issued (January 7, 1987) before Ordinance 604 was adopted
(April 28, 1987). Since a CUP was not required by the City for the motel use, it is assumed that
the City required an approval of a CUP for the transfer of ownership. The Planning Commission
Staff Report, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, and Resolution 89-11 are attached as
Exhibits "C", "D", and "E", respectively.
According to business license records, the motel was transferred to the Friendly Inn in 1995.
However, there are no records of the transfer of ownership in the CUP 88-447 case file. Since
the CUP runs with the land, on March 9, 2021, the City issued an "Acceptance of Conditions
Affidavit" for CUP 88-447 to the Friendly Inn. The business owners signed, notarized, and
submitted the affidavit to the City on March 10, 2021.
In reviewing the history of CUP 88-447, staff found that the staff report inadvertently applied
the incorrect municipal code requirement "9181.1 — No. 20 (alcohol use)" for the CUP in 1989.
The granting of the CUP was for a motel use and not for "any establishment having an off -sale
license for alcoholic beverages in the C-1, C-3, CBD and M zones and any establishment
having an on -sale license for alcoholic beverages in the C-3, CBD and M -zones." While the
staff report cited the incorrect municipal code requirement of "9181.1 — No. 20 (alcohol use)",
Resolution 89-11 did approve a motel use. The intent of the aforementioned detailed
description of the property history is to correct and clarify these issues.
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Elevation from San Gabriel Boulevard (Existing)
Site and Surrounding Land Uses
The project site is designated in the General Plan as Commercial and on the Zoning Map it is
designated as Medium Commercial (C-3) zone. The site is surrounded by the following land
uses:
North:
General Plan
Zoning:
Land Use:
South:
General Plan
Zoning:
Land Use:
East:
General Plan
Zoning:
Land Use:
West:
General Plan
Zoning:
Land Use:
Commercial and Low Density Residential
Medium Commercial (C-3) and Single Family Residential (R-1)
Commercial and Residential
Commercial and Low Density Residential
Medium Commercial (C-3) and Single Family Residential (R-1)
Commercial and Residential
Low Density Residential
Single Family Residential (R-1)
Commercial
Commercial
Medium Commercial (C-3)
Commercial
Since September 2020, the City's Public Safety Department (Los Angeles County Sheriff's
Department and Code Enforcement Division) has observed an increase in public safety
concerns. According to the Public Safety Department, this includes thefts, violence, littering of
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syringes, alcohol bottles, trash, and feces in the neighborhood, and the motel appears to be
housing homeless people. On January 6, 2021, the City's Public Safety Department (LA County
Sheriff's Department and Code Enforcement Division) and the Building and Safety Division
conducted a compliance check on four rooms at the Friendly Inn. The Building Official observed
that the rooms inspected were uninhabitable and presented a significant danger to the life and
health of any occupant(s). Due to the severity of the findings for the rooms inspected, the
Building Official arranged additional inspections for the other guest rooms with the motel
management and the Planning Division, Building and Safety Division, City's Public Safety
Department (LA County Sheriff's Department and Code Enforcement Division), Los Angeles
County Department of Public Health, and Los Angeles County Fire Department, on January
21st 26tH 27tH and 28th. Based on the inspections conducted, it was determined that the
Friendly Inn is in violation of CUP 88-447, the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC), Los Angeles
County Building Code, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. In addition,
the Chief of Police has noted a significant increase in criminal activity at the Friendly Inn.
On February 18, 2021, a Notice of Inspection was issued to the business owner (also the
property owner) that an inspection was scheduled for March 23, 2021, for the remaining 18
rooms that have not been inspected. On March 23, 2021, the City's Planning Division, Building
and Safety Division, Code Enforcement Division, and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
conducted an inspection of 15 rooms. Of the 18 rooms noticed, only 13 rooms were available.
The other five rooms were occupied. In addition, the business owner requested an inspection
of two additional rooms. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and Los Angeles
County Fire Department were invited to the inspection, however, were unable to attend. The
details of the violations and concerns from each division or agency can be found below.
Planning Division
On February 17, 2021, the Planning Division issued the Friendly Inn a letter which addressed
the violations to CUP 88-447 (attached as Exhibit "F"). The violations include guests occupying
rooms for more than 30 consecutive days; daily room cleaning services are not being provided;
registration records of guests are not being kept; food preparation equipment such as toaster
ovens, grills, and skillets were found in the rooms; and inconsistency between business owner
names on their Business License and Applicant Affidavit for CUP 88-447. The letter also
notified the business owner that the City would be initiating a modification to CUP 88-447 to
incorporate additional operational and security conditions designed to the satisfaction of the
Chief of Police.
On March 23, 2021, staff noted that there were property maintenance issues that require
improvements. This includes parking lot re -slurry seal, restriping of parking spaces (including
ADA spaces), adding a self-closing gate latch to the trash enclosure doors, replacing all broken
exterior light fixtures, maintaining the landscape planters, and replacing dilapidated awnings.
Conditions of approval have been incorporated to address the property maintenance issues.
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Building and Safety Division
On February 17, 2021, the Building and Safety Division issued a formal Notice of Building Code
Violation (attached as Exhibit "G"), which included violations that require immediate action,
such as missing wall light fixtures, recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits, water
damage on walls and ceilings, missing smoke detectors, and hazardous ungrounded or mis-
wired electrical receptacles. Many of the violations were deemed to be potentially hazardous
or unhealthy to human occupancy and as such, the Building Official also posted some of the
guest rooms with a "yellow tag" (restricted use) which prohibits the rooms from being occupied
and only allows entry for the purposes of making repairs or retrieving personal property.
The inspection of the 18 rooms on March 23, 2021, revealed that two rooms had minor
deficiencies and may be occupied; six rooms were posted with a yellow tag due to current un-
inhabitable conditions, however, repairs are in progress; and seven rooms were posted with a
yellow tag and found to have significant deficiencies. To date, 21 rooms have minor or no
deficiencies; 23 rooms have been posted with a yellow tag and/or are currently under repair
with active permits; and five rooms have not been inspected and may be occupied for more
than 30 days. Since the business owner failed to comply with the Notice of Inspection, the
Building Official will impose a non-compliance fee, which must be paid prior to further
inspections.
Code Enforcement Division
Since September 2020, the Code Enforcement Division has issued several warning notices
and citations to the Friendly Inn. The violations include graffiti inside the rooms, on the exterior
walls, and in the parking lot; storage of junk and furniture in plain view, within the parking lot,
in the carport, under the stairwell, and in the walkways of the motel; inoperable in -room
telephones; inoperative vehicles in the parking lot from motel guests; renting of rooms in excess
of 30 days; abandonment of shopping carts on the property; little to no housekeeping;
registration records of guests not detailed or incomplete; and guests being registered to
multiple rooms with the same names.
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health issued a violation notice to the Friendly
Inn on January 21, 2021 and January 27, 2021. A copy of both Inspection Reports are attached
as Exhibit "H". The violations include vermin infestation/harborage; sewer line discharge;
dilapidated appliances, vanities, cabinets, furnishings, ceilings, walls, and flooring; faucet and
toilet maintenance and repairs; window repair and/or replacements; and garbage, rubbish, and
refuse removal.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
On February 19, 2021, the Chief of Police provided a crime summary for the Friendly Inn. The
summary indicates the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has developed information
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that the Friendly Inn is considered a safe haven for gang members and criminals. In addition,
suspects who have committed crimes or hiding from law enforcement are residing at the
Friendly Inn. Furthermore, the Rosemead Sheriff's Department Team has arrested numerous
suspects at the Friendly Inn who were hiding and wanted for serious crimes such as murder,
carjacking, assault, and robbery. The Sheriff's Department investigation also revealed that
video surveillance relating to a murder was deleted. The crime summary from January 1, 2018
thru February 19, 2021 showed 237 calls for service/responses, which include two murders
since June 2020, three shootings since September 2020, 12 aggravated assaults, 19
stolen/recovered vehicles,17 narcotics related arrests, and other crimes. The details are
provided below:
• LASD Report No. 018-00183-0533-051: On January 5, 2018, a gang -on -gang shooting
occurred where two rival gang members shot at each other numerous times.
• LASD Report No. 918-00234-0533-733: On January 6, 2018, a suspect was arrested
for driving a stolen vehicle.
• LASD Report No. 918-01451-0533-152: On February 2, 2018, a suspect was arrested
for illegal possession of a weapon.
• LASD Report No. 918-03457-0533-733: On March 20, 2018, a suspect was arrested for
driving a stolen vehicle.
• LASD Report No. 018-02162-0533-035: On April 19, 2018, a robbery occurred where a
suspect pointed a firearm at the victim and stole his personal belongings.
• LASD Report No. 918-05074-0533-185: On April 26, 2018, a suspect was arrested for
possession of a controlled substance and paraphernalia.
• LASD Report No. 918-05485-0533-144: On May 6, 2018, two suspects were arrested
for fighting.
• LASD Report No. 018-05939-0533-146: On May 17, 2018, a suspect was arrested for
spousal assault.
• LASD Report No. 918-06506-0533-037: On May 28, 2018, a robbery occurred.
Numerous suspects pointed a gun at the victim and stole his wallet.
• LASD Report No. 018-06587-0533-146: On May 30, 2018, a suspect was arrested for
spousal assault.
• LASD Report No. 918-07333-0533-733: On June 14, 2018, a stolen vehicle was
recovered at the location.
• LASD Report No. 918-10269-0533-399: On August 15, 2018, a suspect was arrested
for possession of burglary tools.
• LASD Report No. 918-10697-0533-185: On August 20, 2018, a suspect was arrested
for possession of narcotics, paraphernalia, and stolen items.
• LASD Report No. 918-10695-0533-117: On August 20, 2018, a suspect was arrested
for possession of numerous stolen property relating to identity theft.
• LASD Report No. 918-12270-0533-091: On September 19, 2018, a vehicle was stolen
from location.
• LASD Report No. 018-13780-0533-172: On October 23, 2018, deputies arrested a
suspect for child abuse on two victims. The suspect was also under the influence of a
controlled substance.
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• LASD Report No. 018-14620-0533-402: On November 9, 2018, deputies responded to
the location regarding a missing juvenile.
• LASD Report No. 918-14563-0533-733: On November 9, 2018, deputies arrested a
suspect for driving a stolen vehicle.
• LASD Report No. 018-14902-0533-402: On November 15, 2018, deputies responded to
the location regarding a missing juvenile.
• LASD Report No. 918-15379-0533-185: On November 29, 2018, deputies arrested two
suspects for possession of narcotics and paraphernalia.
• LASD Report No. 918-16546-0533-733: On December 29, 2018, a stolen vehicle was
recovered at the location.
• LASD Report No. 919-00605-0533-384: On December 31, 2018, items were stolen from
a vehicle.
• LASD Report No. 919-02983-0533-185: On March 3, 2019, a suspect was arrested for
possession of narcotics and paraphernalia.
• LASD Report No. 919-04100-0533-181: On April 3, 2019, two suspects were arrested
for possession of narcotics for sales.
• LASD Report No. 019-04265-0533-091: On April 7, 2019, a vehicle was stolen from
location.
• LASD Report No. 919-06208-0533-091: On May 20, 2019, a vehicle was stolen from
location.
• LASD Report No. 019-08048-0533-146: On June 30, 2019, a suspect was arrested for
spousal assault.
• LASD Report No. 919-08729-0533-117: On July 15, 2019, a suspect was arrested for
driving a stolen vehicle and possession of stolen property relating to identity theft.
• LASD Report No. 919-09262-0533-255: On July 28, 2019, a suspect was arrested for
driving without a license.
• LASD Report No. 919-09740-0533-399: On August 8, 2019, two suspects were arrested
for possession of stolen property and paraphernalia.
• LASD Report No. 919-14878-0532-091: On December 9, 2019, a vehicle was stolen.
• LASD Report No. 920-00808-0533-093: On January 20, 2020, a vehicle was stolen from
the location.
• LASD Report No. 920-01200-0530-093: On January 29, 2020, deputies saw a stolen
vehicle parked at the location. They reviewed surveillance footage and identified two
suspects staying at the location. Both suspects were arrested for numerous charges of
driving a stolen vehicle, possession of a controlled substance, paraphernalia, and
possession of burglary tools.
• LASD Report No. 920-00780-1461-091: On February 6, 2020, a stolen vehicle was
recovered.
• LASD Report No. 920-02244-0533-181: On February 18, 2020, deputies attempted to
conduct a traffic stop of vehicle leaving the location. After a brief vehicle pursuit, the
suspect collided into a curb and fled on foot. While hiding from deputies, the suspect
kidnapped and held a victim against his will. The suspect was ultimately arrested. He
was also in possession of a loaded firearm and controlled substances for sale.
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• LASD Report No. 920-02438-0533-185: On February 22, 2020, deputies responded to
the location regarding a person with a gun call. Deputies located a suspect and arrested
him for possession of a controlled substance.
• LASD Report No. 920-02763-0533-185: On February 29, 2020, deputies conducted a
patrol check of the parking lot and arrested one suspect for possession of a controlled
substance.
• LASD Report No. 920-02808-0533-733: On March 1, 2020, a stolen vehicle was
recovered.
• LASD Report No. 020-03173-0535-050: On March 9, 2020, deputies responded to the
location regarding domestic violence. The suspect struck the victim and fled the location.
• LASD Report No. 920-04420-0532-091: On April 12, 2020, a vehicle was stolen from
the location.
• LASD Report No. 020-06046-0533-053: On May 20, 2020, deputies responded to the
location regarding a fight. The victim was stabbed in the head by an unknown suspect.
• Report Number Not Identified (Investigation lead by Covina Police Department): On
June 9, 2020, the Rosemead Team assisted Covina Police Department in locating and
arresting a suspect wanted for murder. The suspect committed a murder the prior week
and was hiding at the location.
• LASD Report No. 020-07154-0533-058: On June 10, 2020, the Fire Department
responded to the location regarding a power outage. They attempted to rescue two
people stuck in an elevator. A suspect challenged a firefighter to a fight and struck his
arm. The suspect was arrested for assaulting a firefighter.
• LASD Report No. 920-07635-0533-733: On June 21, 2020, deputies arrested a suspect
for driving a stolen vehicle inside the parking lot. The suspect was also in possession of
burglary tools.
• LASD Report No. 020-07764-0532-011: On June of 2020, a murder occurred at the
location. Active Investigation.
• LASD Report No. 920-08216-0533-185: On July 4, 2020, deputies conducted a traffic
stop inside the parking lot. One suspect was arrested for possession of a controlled
substance.
• LASD Report No. 920-08549-0533-733: On July 11, 2020, a stolen vehicle was
recovered.
• LASD Report No. 920-09404-0533-185: On August 1, 2020, deputies responded to the
location regarding an assault with a deadly weapon. The deputies were unable to locate
a victim. They located and arrested a suspect who was in possession of a knife and
narcotics.
• LASD Report No. 020-10871-0533-151 and 020-10865-0533-051: On September 10,
2020, deputies responded to the location regarding a gunshot victim. One victim was
shot in his upper body. During the investigation, they recovered a loaded firearm and
arrested a suspect.
• LASD Report No. 920-11100-0532-183: On September 16, 2020, deputies conducted a
patrol check of the parking lot. Deputies contacted a suspect who was under the
influence of a controlled substance and arrested the suspect.
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• Report Number Not Identified (Investigation lead by Santa Monica Police Department):
On September 26, 2020, a carjacking occurred in Santa Monica where an elderly lady
was pistol whipped numerous times on the head. After the carjacking, the suspect drove
to the Friendly Inn. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop. After a brief pursuit, two
suspects abandoned their vehicle and fled on foot. Two suspects were arrested, and a
firearm was recovered.
• LASD Report No. 920-09699-0533-185: On October 8, 2020, a deputy was patrolling
the parking lot of the location. Two suspects were arrested in the parking lot for
possession of a controlled substance.
• LASD Report No. 920-12016-0533-185: On October 9, 2020, a deputy was patrolling
the parking lot of the location. A suspect was found to be in possession of narcotics and
paraphernalia and was arrested.
• LASD Report No. 920-12624-0533-145: On October 23, 2020, a deputy was patrolling
the location and saw a traffic violation. The suspect ran away from the deputy and a fight
ensued. The deputy was injured during the fight. During the incident, an angry crowd
from the motel gathered around the deputy.
• LASD Report No. 920-12892-0533-091: On October 30, 2020, a vehicle was stolen from
the location.
• LASD Report No. 020-13290-0533-449: On November 9, 2020, deputies responded to
the location regarding a disturbance -domestic violence. There was a verbal argument
only.
• LASD Report No. 920-13566-0533-183: On November 16, 2020, deputies responded to
the location regarding a disturbance. The suspect was throwing items at parked
vehicles. They arrested a suspect in the parking lot for being under the influence of a
controlled substance.
• LASD Report No. 020-14191-0533-051: On December 3, 2020, three victims were
sitting in a parked vehicle inside the parking lot. A suspect approached and began
shooting at the victims. Two victims were struck by gunfire.
• LASD Report No. 920-15269-0533-261: On December 30, 2020, a vehicle was
vandalized.
• LASD Report No. 020-00046-0533-011: On January 2, 2021, a murder occurred at the
location. One victim was shot and died. Active Investigation.
• Report Number Not Identified (Investigation lead by a jurisdiction in Orange County): On
January 6, 2021, deputies arrested one suspect for a no bail parole warrant and
possession of narcotics and a second suspect for a robbery that occurred in Orange
County.
Los Angeles County Fire Department
The Los Angeles County Fire Department has informed City staff that the Friendly Inn is in
violation of the Los Angeles County Fire Code, however, was unable to release the violations
to the City due to confidentiality reasons.
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Modification to CUP 88-447 — Proposed Amendment to Conditions of Approval
Due to the public safety concerns and violations raised by the City's Public Safety Department,
Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, Los Angeles County Fire Department, and Los
Angeles County Department of Public Health, the City initiated the modification of CUP 88-447
to modify and update the conditions of approval for the motel use. CUP 88-447 was approved
in 1989 and included limited conditions of approval which are no longer consistent with the
current operational standards for motels/hotels, as codes have been updated over the last 32
years. A copy of the conditions of approval for CUP 88-447, approved in 1989, is attached as
Exhibit "I".
Since the conditions of approval are outdated, staff has drafted new conditions of approval for
Modification 21-01, which will supersede the original conditions of approval for CUP 88-447.
The proposed conditions of approval will ensure that the motel meets the operational code
standards listed in RMC Chapter 5.42 (Business License and Regulations - Motels/Hotels) and
Section 17.30.130 (Standards for Specific Land Uses - Hotels/Motels). This includes limiting
the duration of stay to thirty days for all motel guests; requiring onsite management to be
available 24 -hours a day; providing housekeeping services; providing in -room telephone
service; obtaining detailed registration of all guests and keeping records for three years;
prohibiting food preparation equipment in guest rooms; and incorporating a security system
designed to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police. Staff has incorporated a condition of approval
requiring the motel to comply with the operational standards in RMC Chapter 5.42 and RMC
Section 17.30.130. In addition, staff has also included maintenance conditions to ensure the
site is adequately maintained.
Based on the public safety concerns described in the crime summary, the Chief of Police has
requested that the following security measures be incorporated into the conditions of approval
for Modification 21-01:
• Security Cameras
o Ten (10) surveillance cameras placed on each floor.
o Eight (8) surveillance cameras placed in parking lot.
o Four (4) surveillance cameras placed on perimeter of the building.
o Two (2) surveillance cameras placed in the lobby.
o One (1) surveillance camera in elevator.
o One (1) surveillance camera in each stairwell covering 1St 2nd and 3rd
floors. Cameras shall monitor a person walking the stairwell from first floor all
the way up to third floor.
o Surveillance cameras must be able to zoom in and provide clear images.
o Surveillance cameras must capture license plates and facial images of all
guests arriving and departing location.
o Surveillance footage must be stored for 90 days and made immediately
available to law enforcement or code enforcement.
o Remote access to surveillance must be given to law enforcement.
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Security Guards
o Two -armed security guards must be stationed in the parking lot at all times.
o The security guards will be responsible for ensuring only registered motel
occupants and their registered guests with a valid government issued I.D. be
allowed on the premises.
o The security guards will check in and check out every vehicle arriving and
leaving the motel.
• Signage
o Install signs throughout the property indicating the location is monitored by
surveillance and/or law enforcement.
o Install signs at each entrance, exit, and throughout the property, indicating
that only registered motel occupants and their registered guests are allowed
on property.
o Install no loitering and no trespassing signs.
To date, the business owner of the Friendly Inn has been working with City staff, the Los
Angeles County Fire Department, and the Los Angeles County Public Health Department on
addressing some of the violations. In addition, they will install a new security system as
recommended by the Chief of Police. Furthermore, the business owner has indicated to staff
that they would also like to comply with the current RMC requirements as they relate to the
operation and maintenance of a motel use.
Written Comments Received
The City has received two written public comments. On March 28, 2021, the City's Clerk's
Office received an email from a neighboring resident (Eric Wu). The neighboring resident
informed the City that there are drainage issues that are spilling from the Friendly Inn onto his
property to the east. In addition, he expressed his concerns on patrons of the hotel littering;
bullet casings found in the public right-of-way; and homeless, alcohol, and drug issues. The
details of his concerns are attached as Exhibit "J" and will be read at the Planning Commission
Meeting.
On March 30, 2021, the City's Clerk's Office received a second email from a neighboring
resident (Anthony Tran). The neighboring resident expressed his concerns regarding the
security of the neighborhood and incidents that have occurred with patrons residing at the
Friendly Inn. The details of his concerns are attached as Exhibit "K" and will be read at the
Planning Commission Meeting.
The City's Building Official is currently reviewing the drainage issues that were raised by
resident Eric Wu. Staff anticipates that the approval of Modification 21-01 and working closely
with the business owner will assist in mitigating the safety, maintenance, and operational
concerns raised by both residents.
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The underlying CUP (CUP 88-447) continues to satisfy RMC Section 17.132.040 (B) through
(E) and will remain unchanged as part of this modification. The proposed modifications are
consistent with RMC Section 17.132.040(A).
Per RMC Section 17.168.030, the City's action to modify a permit or approval, instead of
revocation, may include conditioning any operational aspect of the project, including buffers,
duration of the permit or entitlement, hours of operation, landscaping and maintenance,
lighting, parking, performance guarantees, property maintenance, signs, surfacing, traffic
circulation, or any other aspect/condition determined to be reasonable and necessary to ensure
that the permit or approval is operated in a manner consistent with the original findings for
approval.
RMC Section 17.168.040(A)(1) provides the findings to modify a Conditional Use Permit by the
review authority that originally approved the permit, if the review authority first makes any one
of the following findings:
A. Circumstances under which the permit or approval was granted have been
changed by the applicant to an extent that one or more of the findings that
justified the original approval can no longer be made, and the public health,
safety, and welfare require the modification or revocation;
B. The permit or other approval was granted, in whole or in part, on the basis of a
fraud, misrepresentation, or omission of a material statement in the application,
or in the applicant's testimony presented during the public hearing, for the
permit or approval;
C. One or more of the conditions of the original permit or approval have not been
substantially fulfilled or have been violated and/or the permit is in violation of
any statute, ordinance, law or regulation;
D. An improvement authorized in compliance with the permit or approval is in
violation of any applicable code, law, ordinance, regulation, or statute; or
E. The improvement/use allowed by the permit or approval has become
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or the manner of operation
constitutes or is creating a nuisance.
CUP 88-447 was approved in 1989 with limited conditions of approval. Due to the public safety
concerns raised by the Chief of Police and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and
violations with the Building and Safety, Planning, and Code Enforcement Divisions and Los
Angeles County Department of Public Health, the motel operation is creating conditions
materially detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare and creating a nuisance.
Modification 21-01 will update and add new conditions to ensure the motel meets the
operational code standards listed in RMC Chapter 5.42 (Business License and Regulations -
Motels/Hotels) and Section 17.30.130 (Standards for Specific Land Uses - Hotels/Motels). This
includes limiting the duration of stay to thirty days for all motel guests; requiring onsite
management to be available 24 -hours a day; providing housekeeping services; providing in-
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room telephone service; obtaining detailed registration of all guests and keeping records for
three years; prohibiting food preparation equipment in guest rooms; and incorporating a
security system designed to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, which includes a
300 -foot radius public hearing notice to (47) property owners, publication in the Rosemead
Reader on March 25, 2021, and postings of the notice at five (5) public locations.
Prepared by:
Lily Valenzuela
Planning & Economic Development Manager
Submitted by:
Angelica Frausto-Lupo
Director of Community Development
A. Planning Commission Resolution 21-02 with Attachment "A" (Conditions of Approval)
B. Ordinance 604
C. Planning Commission Staff Report (dated February 6, 1989)
D. Planning Commission Minutes (dated February 6, 1989)
E. Planning Commission Resolution No. 89-11
F. Planning Division CUP Violation Letter
G. Building Division Notice of Violation
H. Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Inspection Reports (APN: 8577-009-026)
I. CUP 88-447 Conditions of Approval
J. Public Comment (dated March 28, 2021)
K. Public Comment (dated March 30, 2021)
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WHEREAS, on February 17, 2021, the City of Rosemead initiated a Modification
application to amend Conditional Use Permit 88-447, by modifying all the conditions of
approval.
WHEREAS, 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard is located in a Medium Commercial (C-3)
Zone;
WHEREAS, Section 17.168.030 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, allows the City's
action to modify a permit or approval, instead of revocation, may include conditioning any
operational aspect of the project, including buffers, duration of the permit or entitlement, hours
of operation, landscaping and maintenance, lighting, parking, performance guarantees,
property maintenance, signs, surfacing, traffic circulation, or any other aspect/condition
determined to be reasonable and necessary to ensure that the permit or approval is operated
in a manner consistent with the original findings for approval.
WHEREAS, Section 17.168.040(A)(1) of the Rosemead Municipal Code provides the
findings to modify a Conditional Use Permit by the review authority that originally approved the
permit, if the review authority first makes any one of the following findings:
A. Circumstances under which the permit or approval was granted have been
changed by the applicant to an extent that one or more of the findings that
justified the original approval can no longer be made, and the public health,
safety, and welfare require the modification or revocation;
B. The permit or other approval was granted, in whole or in part, on the basis of a
fraud, misrepresentation, or omission of a material statement in the application,
or in the applicant's testimony presented during the public hearing, for the
permit or approval;
C. One or more of the conditions of the original permit or approval have not been
substantially fulfilled or have been violated and/or the permit is in violation of
any statute, ordinance, law or regulation;
D. An improvement authorized in compliance with the permit or approval is in
violation of any applicable code, law, ordinance, regulation, or statute; or
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E. The improvement/use allowed by the permit or approval has become
detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or the manner of operation
constitutes or is creating a nuisance;
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2021, forty-seven (47) notices were sent to property owners
within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property, the notice was published in the Rosemead
Reader on March 25, 2021, and notices were posted in five (5) public locations, specifying the
availability of the application, and the date, time, and location of the public hearing for
Modification 21-01;
WHEREAS, on April 5, 2021, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed and
advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to Modification 21-01;
and
WHEREAS, the Rosemead Planning Commission has sufficiently considered all
testimony presented to them in order to make the following determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Rosemead as follows:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission HEREBY DETERMINES that Modification 21-
01 is classified as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption, pursuant to Section 15301 of the California
Environmental Quality Act guidelines and a Class 9 Categorical Exemption, pursuant to Section
15309 of the California Environmental Quality Act guidelines. Section 15301 of the California
Environmental Quality Act guidelines exempts projects consisting of the operation, repair,
maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private
structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or
no expansion of existing or former use. Section 15309 exempts projects consisting of activities
limited entirely to inspections, to check for the performance of an operation, or the quality,
health, or safety of a project, including related activities such as inspection for possible
mislabeling, misrepresentation, or adulteration of products. Accordingly, Modification 21-01 is
classified as Class 1 and Class 9 Categorical Exemptions, pursuant to Sections 15301 and
15309 of the California Environmental Quality Act.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts
do exist to justify approving Modification 21-01, in accordance with Section 17.168.040(A)(1)
of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
A. Rosemead Municipal Code Section 17.168.040(A)(1) provides the findings to modify
a Conditional Use Permit by the review authority that originally approved the permit, if the
review authority first makes any one of the following findings:
1. Circumstances under which the permit or approval was granted have been changed
by the applicant to an extent that one or more of the findings that justified the original
approval can no longer be made, and the public health, safety, and welfare require
the modification or revocation;
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2. The permit or other approval was granted, in whole or in part, on the basis of a
fraud, misrepresentation, or omission of a material statement in the application, or
in the applicant's testimony presented during the public hearing, for the permit or
approval;
3. One or more of the conditions of the original permit or approval have not been
substantially fulfilled or have been violated and/or the permit is in violation of any
statute, ordinance, law or regulation;
4. An improvement authorized in compliance with the permit or approval is in violation
of any applicable code, law, ordinance, regulation, or statute; or
5. The improvement/use allowed by the permit or approval has become detrimental to
the public health, safety, or welfare or the manner of operation constitutes or is
creating a nuisance.
FINDING: CUP 88-447 was approved in 1989 with limited conditions of approval. Due
to the public safety concerns raised by the Chief of Police and Los Angeles County Sheriff's
Department and violations with the Building and Safety, Planning, and Code Enforcement
Divisions and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the motel operation is creating
conditions materially detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare and creating
a nuisance. Modification 21-01 will update and add new conditions to ensure the motel meets
the operational code standards listed in Rosemead Municipal Code Chapter 5.42 (Business
License and Regulations - Motels/Hotels) and Section 17.30.130 (Standards for Specific Land
Uses - Hotels/Motels). This includes limiting the duration of stay to thirty days for all motel
guests; requiring onsite management to be available 24 -hours a day; providing housekeeping
services; providing in -room telephone service; obtaining detailed registration of all guests and
keeping records for three years; prohibiting food preparation equipment in guest rooms; and
incorporating a security system designed to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police.
SECTION 3. The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Modification 21-01, a
modification to the conditions of approval of Conditional Use Permit 88-447 to impose updated
and new conditions for the motel use at 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard, and subject to the
conditions listed in Attachment "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 4. This action shall become final and effective ten (10) days after this decision
by the Planning Commission, unless within such time a written appeal is filed with the City Clerk
for consideration by the Rosemead City Council as provided in Rosemead Municipal Code,
Section 17.160.040 —Appeals of Decisions.
SECTION 5. This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning Commission
on April 5, 2021, by the following vote:
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SECTION 7. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall
transmit copies of same to the applicant and the Rosemead City Clerk.
Daniel Lopez, Chair
CERTIFICATION
hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 5t" day of April, 2021
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Angelica Frausto-Lupo, Secretary
Kane Thuyen, Planning Commission Attorney
Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
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CORDITIONS OF APPROVAL
APRIL 5,2021
1. The property is maintained according to the site plan submitted 11-2-88, marked Exhibit
B (original condition of Conditional Use Permit 88-447). Any revisions to the approved
plans must be resubmitted for the review and approval of the Planning Division.
2. Modification 21-01 is a modification to the conditions of approval of Conditional Use
Permit 88-447 to impose updated and new conditions for the motel use. The conditions
of approval of Modification 21-01 shall supersede the conditions of approval of
Conditional Use Permit 88-447.
3. The operator of the motel must obtain and maintain a valid City of Rosemead business
license. The motel shall be operated in compliance with the operational standards and
requirements provided in Chapter 5.42 (Motels and Hotels) and Section 17.30.130
(Hotels/Motels) of the Rosemead Municipal Code.
4. Approval of Modification 21-01 shall not take effect for any purpose until the applicant(s)
have filed with the City of Rosemead ("City") a notarized affidavit stating that he/she is
aware of and accepts all of the conditions of approval as set forth in the letter of approval
and this list of conditions within ten (10) days from the Planning Commission approval
date.
5. Project is granted or approved by the City, and its Planning Commission and City
Council, retaining and reserving the right and jurisdiction to review and to modify the
permit, including the conditions of approval based on changed circumstances. Changed
circumstances include, but are not limited to, the modification of the use, a change in
scope, emphasis, size, or nature of the use, or the expansion, alteration, reconfiguration,
or change of use. This reservation of right to review is in addition to, and not in lieu of,
the right of the City, its Planning Commission, and City Council to review and revoke or
modify any permit granted or approved under the Rosemead Municipal Code for any
violations of the conditions imposed on Project.
6. The applicant(s) shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Rosemead or its
agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City
of Rosemead or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set side, void, or annul, an
approval of the Planning Commission and/or City Council concerning the project, which
action is brought within the time period provided by law.
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7. The applicant(s) shall comply with all Federal, State, and local laws relative to the
approved use, including the requirements of the Planning Division, Building and Safety
Division, Code Enforcement Division, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los
Angeles County Fire Department, and Los Angeles County Department of Health
Department.
8. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make and/or
approve minor modifications.
9. The Building and Safety Division, Planning Division, and Public Safety Department shall
have access to the project site at any time to conduct inspections.
10. The Planning Commission shall conduct a six-month review of Modification 21-01 within
six (6) months of the approval date.
11. The numbers of the address signs shall be at least six (6) inches tall with a minimum
character width of 3/4 inch, contrasting in color and easily visible at driver's level from
the street. Materials, colors, location, and size of such address numbers shall be
approved by the Community Development Director, or his/her designee, prior to
installation.
12. The site shall be maintained in a graffiti -free state. Any graffiti shall be removed within
twenty-four (24) hours.
13. The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed, and litter free state in accordance with
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 and the doors shall be self-closing and
self -latching. All trash, rubbish, and garbage receptacles shall be regularly cleaned,
inspected, and maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
14. The parking area, including handicapped spaces, shall be paved, and re -painted
periodically to City standards to the satisfaction of the Planning Division. In accordance
with the Rosemead Municipal Code, all designated parking stalls shall be double striped.
Such striping shall be maintained in a clear, visible, and orderly manner.
15. All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat and healthy condition.
16. All dilapidated awnings shall be removed and replaced.
17. All exterior light fixtures onsite shall be repaired and maintained.
18. Adequate lighting shall be maintained within the motel and adjacent parking areas.
19. No exterior vending machines shall be permitted.
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20. Violations of the conditions of approval may result in citation and/or initiation of
revocation proceedings.
Chief of Police Conditions of Approval
21. The security system shall be designed to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police. The
following security measures shall be incorporated into the motel:
• Security Cameras
o Ten (10) surveillance cameras placed on each floor.
o Eight (8) surveillance cameras placed in parking lot.
o Four (4) surveillance cameras placed on perimeter of the building.
o Two (2) surveillance cameras placed in the lobby.
o One (1) surveillance camera in elevator.
o One (1) surveillance camera in each stairwell covering 1St, 2nd and 3rd
floors. Cameras shall monitor a person walking the stairwell from first floor all
the way up to third floor.
o Surveillance cameras must be able to zoom in and provide clear images.
o Surveillance cameras must capture license plates and facial images of all
guests arriving and departing location.
o Surveillance footage must be stored for 90 days and made immediately
available to law enforcement or code enforcement.
o Remote access to surveillance must be given to law enforcement.
• Security Guards
o Two -armed security guards must be stationed in the parking lot at all times.
o The security guards will be responsible for ensuring only registered motel
occupants and their registered guests with a valid government issued I.D. be
allowed on the premises.
o The security guards will check in and check out every vehicle arriving and
leaving the motel.
• Signage
o Install signs throughout the property indicating the location is monitored by
surveillance and/or law enforcement.
o Install signs at each entrance, exit, and throughout the property, indicating
that only registered motel occupants and their registered guests are allowed
on property.
o Install no loitering and no trespassing signs.
ORDINANCE NO. 604
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING HOTEL AND MOTEL REGULATIONS.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 9111.1B (24) of Part XI of the Rosemead
Municipal Code is hereby deleted.
Section 2. Section 9111.1B (20b) of Part XI of the Rosemead
Municipal Code is hereby deleted.
Section 3. Section 9181.1 of Part XXV of the Rosemead Municipal
Code is hereby amended by adding subsection (30) thereto to read as follows:
(30) Hotels and motels in the C-3 and M-1 Zone subject to the following
conditions:
(a) Lot Area - The minimum area of the parcel or lot shall not be less
than forty thousand (40,000) square feet.
(b) Lot Width - Each lot shall have a minimum frontage of not less than
one hundred (100) feet on a major street as depicted on the
Circulation Element of the General Plan.
(c) Maximum Coverage - The maximum lot coverage of all structures shall
not exceed forty percent (40%) of the total lot area.
(d) Landscaping - A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the total lot area is
to be landscaped.
(e) Yards - Side and rear yards when abutting residentially zoned or used
property shall be not less than ten (10) feet from property line.
(f) The owner and/or operator of such hotel or motel shall not permit any
person as^an occupant 'in such a hotel or motel for a period in excess
of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days, except for one (1) permitted
manager's unit; and
(g) The owner and/'or operator of any such hotel or motel shall not permit
any hotel or motel room to be rented more than twice in any
consecutive twenty-four (24) hour period; and
(h) The owner and/or operator of any such hotel or motel shall have and
maintain only one (1) meter for each utility service to the entire
use;
(i) A hotel or motel may provide manager's quarters not to exceed one (1)
dwelling unit, which complies with the minimum multi -family (R-3)
standards as set forth in this Code.
(j) The owner and/or operator of any such hotel or motel shall provide
daily room cleaning service for each room in such hotel or motel;
(k) Every hotel and motel shall obtain and keep records of the name and
address of guests, the make, year and license of the guest's vehicle,
and the state in which such vehicle is licensed.
(1) Every hotel and motel shall have an office with a registration desk,
and the office shall be located in close proximity to the entry
driveway to the street front.
(m) Vehicles exceeding eighty (80) inches in width shall not be permitted
to park in any required parking lot used exclusively for hotel or
motel customers. (Non-commercial) recreational vehicles or motor homes
shall be permitted to park in such lots, provided that at least one
(1) designated recreational vehicle parking space, which is.a`minimum
of ten (10) feet by thirty (30) feet, is provided for each twenty-five
(25) rooms in the hotel or motel complex.
(N) That no portable refrigerators, microwaves or other appliances
necessary for the preparation of food be permitted in any hotel or
motel room.
(0) That an Economic Feasibility Study be submitted to the Planning
Department for review and approval. The Economic Feasibility Study
shall be prepared by a professional who is familiar with preparation
of such documents. The study shall include data to support a finding
that there is a demonstrated need for the project and that the project
will economically benefit the community as a whole.
(P) Conditions of Approval - A conditional use permit for any hotel/motel
may be authorized by the Planning Commission upon its making the
following findings:
(a) That the conditional use permit applied for is authorized by the
provisions of this chapter;
(b) That the granting of such conditional use permit will not
adversely affect the established character of the surrounding
neighborhood or be injurious to the property or improvements in
such vicinity and zone in which the property is located.
(c) That the establishment, maintenance, or conduct of the use for
which the conditional use permit is sought will not, under the
particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, morals,
comfort, convenience, or welfare of persons residing or working
in the neighborhood of such use and will not, under the
circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the
public welfare or injurious to property or improvements in the
neighborhood.
(d) That the granting of such conditional use permit will not
adversely affect the General Plan of the City.
Section 4. The City Clerk will certify to the passage and
adoption of this ordinance and shall cause the same to be posted in the manner
required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 28th day of April ,
1987.
MAYOR
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Staff Report for Planning Commission
Meeting of February 6, 1989
CASE NO.: Conditional Use Permit 88-447
APPLICATION REQUEST: A new conditional use permit to transfer the
ownership of an existing 50 -room motel, dba
Travelodge Rosemead South.
LOCATION: 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard, Rosemead
APPLICANT: Jung Fu Chen
2146 San Gabriel Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: 43 Notices were mailed to property owners within 300
feet of the subject property on 1-27-89.
EXHIBITS: Application
Floor Plan, marked Exhibit B, dated 11-2-88
Ordinance 604, marked Exhibit C
Assessor's Map, Book 5283, Page 36
Zoning Map
GENERAL PLAN: Mixed Use: Industrial/Commercial
ZONING: - C-3, Commercial
SURROUNDING ZONES AND LAND USES:
To the north , south and west is commercial (C-3) and developed
accordingly.
To the east is low density residential (R-1) and developed accordingly.
MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIREMENTS:
9181.1 - Uses permitted in specific zones. The following uses may be
permitted in the zones herein indicated upon the granting of a conditional
use permit:
20. Any establishment having an off -sale license for alcoholic beverages
in the C-1, C-3, CBD and M zones and any establishment having an on -sale
license for alcoholic beverages in the C-3, CBD and M -zones.
REQUIRED FINDINGS FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT:
Such conditional use permit may be issued only after a public hearing
before the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead upon application
therefore, and the findings by the Planning Commission that the
establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use so applied for will
not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the
health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, or general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood thereof, not be detrimental or
injurious to the property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the
general welfare of the City.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
On the basis of evaluation, this project has been determined to be a class
9 Categorical Exemption under the provisions of CEQA.
PROPERTY HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION:
This project was submitted for building permits before Ordinance No. 604
establishing regulations for all hotels and motels was adopted. This
project, therefore, was exempt from obtaining a conditional use permit.
They received their final building approval in July of 1987.
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C.U.P. 88-447
Report for 12-9-88 PC Meeting
page 2.
The subject property is located on the south east corner of San Gabriel
Boulevard and Graves Avenue. This existing 50 -unit, three-story motel is
built on a 28,600 square foot lot with 15,777 square feet of floor area
(18,774 total floor area including the carports). 59 Parking spaces are
provided on Graves and San Gabriel Boulevard.
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS:
The applicant is seeking a conditional use permit to operate an existing
motel with 50 rooms. As motels change ownership, the Municipal Ordinance
requiring conditional use permits for hotels and motels becomes applicable.
The Motel Ordinance was approved after the TraveLodge Rosemead South was
established and, therefore, the motel cannot meet all of the requirements,
particularly those sections relating to side yard setbacks and feasibility
studies. However, the sections of the ordinance pertaining to the operation
of motels are included with the approval of this conditional use permit.
Staff is requiring existing motels to apply for conditional use permits in
order to make the new owners aware of the City's newly created motel
standards. Also, attaching those standards to the existing motels will, in
effect, permit the City to have greater review over these projects and
bring them in -conformance with today's standards.
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the
Categorical Exemption for Conditional Use Permit 88-447; make the required
findings set forth in Section 9181.1 of the Rosemead Municipal Code; and
approve Conditional Use Permit 88-447 subject to the conditions of the
attached Exhibit A.
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-447
2146 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
TRAVELODGE ROSEMEAD SOUTH
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FEBRUARY 6, 1989
1. That the property be maintained according to the site plan submitted
11-2-88, marked Exhibit B.
2. That the project complies with Section 9181.1 (30) of the Rosemead
Municipal Code except for subsections a, c, e, and o submitted and marked
Exhibit C.
3. The applicant shall obtain all required City business licenses (i.e.
Business Occupancy Permit, Business License, etc.)
4. The applicant shall sign a notarized affidavit of agreement with the above
listed conditions and return it within ten days of approval to the City.
SCUP447:3
PC Minutes 2-6-89
page 3.
Commissioner Clark concurred with Commissioner Mattern and would like
to see the business relocate somewhere else in Rosemead.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes: Mattern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Mattern
to deny Conditional Use Permit 88-407.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes: Mattern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
9. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-447 - 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard - Request
from Jung Fu Chen for a conditional use permit to operate a motel dba
TraveLodge Rosemead South.
Mr. Collin presented the staff report with the recommendation to
approve.
The Chairman opened the public hearing.
Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was Jimmy Tran,
interpreting for Jung Fu Cheng, the property owner.
Commissioner Lowrey asked the applicant if he understood the
conditions of approval and he said he did.
The Chairman closed the public hearing.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Mattern
to approve Conditional Use Permit 88-447.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes: Mattern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
10. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-449 - 8921 Valley Boulevard - Request from
Katherine and Herbert Romer to transfer an existing alcoholic
beverage license for on-site sale in conjunction with a cocktail
bar/restaurant dba The Silver Mug.
Ms. Donnell presented the staff report with the recommendation to
approve.
The Chairman opened the public hearing.
Addressing the Commission in favor of the request was Katherine
Romer, 305 W. Newby #F, Rosemead. Mrs. Romer stated that this was a
simple request for transfer of an existing license.
Sandra Calla, (no address stated) was in favor off granting approval
as the Silver Mug hosted many of the local City of Hope functions.
There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the
Chairman closed the public hearing.
Discussion by the Commission:
Commissioner Mattern suggested a change in condition #4 and extend
the time to maintain a light in the driveway to 2:30 instead of 2:00
a.m. The Commission was in agreement with the proposed change.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ortiz,
to approve Conditional Use Permit 88-449 subject to the conditions as
amended.
ROLL CALL VOTE: Yes: Matern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
EXHIBIT D
PC RESOLUTION 89-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
88-447 ALLOWING THE OPERATION OF A MOTEL AT 2146
SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD, ROSEMEAD, DBA TRAVELODGE
ROSEMEAD SOUTH.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead does
hereby find and determine that an application was duly filed by Jung Fu Chen to
allow the operation of a 50 -room motel located at:
2146 San Gabriel Boulevard
and that a public hearing was duly scheduled for February 6, 1989, at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, and that notice of the time, date, place, and purpose of the
aforesaid hearing was duly given according to law; and that a public hearing
was duly conducted at the aforementioned time and place.
Section 2. The Planning Commission further finds and determines that
facts do exist as required by Section 9181, et seq. of the Ordinance of the
City of Rosemead justifying the granting of a Conditional Use Permit.
Section 3. The Planning Commission further finds:
1. The project is in harmony with the elements and objectives of the
General Plan.
2. The project will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties.
3. The project is desirable to the public convenience.
Section 4. On the basis of evaluation, this project has been
determined to qualify for a Class 9 Categorical Exemption under the provisions
of the California Environmental Quality Act.
Section 5. Based on the above findings, the Planning Commission hereby
grants a Conditional Use Permit with respect to the property described in
Section 1, subject to the conditions contained within the attached exhibit "A".
Section 6. This action shall become final and effective ten (10) days
after this decision by the Planning Commission, unless within such time a
written appeal is filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Rosemead
City Council as provided in the Zoning Ordinance.
Section 7. This resolution is the result of an action taken by the
Planning Commission on February 6, 1989, by the following vote:
AYES: Mattern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Section 8. The secretary shall certify to the adoption of this
Resolution and shall transmit copies of same to the applicant and Rosemead City
Clerk.
APPROVED and ADOPTED this 21st day of February, 1989.
MERCED "BILL" ORTIZ, CHAIRMAN
EXHIBIT E
Resolution 89-11
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted
by the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting,
held on the 21st day of February, 1989, by the following vote:
AYES: Mattern, Lowrey, Young, Ortiz, Clark
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-447
2146 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
TRAVELODGE ROSEMEAD SOUTH
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FEBRUARY 7, 1989
1. That the property be maintained according to the site plan submitted
11-2-88, marked Exhibit B.
2. That the project complies with Section 9181.1 (30) of the Rosemead
Municipal Code except for subsections a, c, e, and o submitted and marked
Exhibit C.
3. The applicant shall obtain all required City business licenses (i.e.
Business Occupancy Permit, Business License, etc.)
4. The -applicant shall sign a notarized affidavit of agreement with the above
listed conditions and return it within ten days of approval to the City.
SCUP447:3
NIAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY Low
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN DANG
STEVEN LY
February 17, 2021
Friendly Inn, Inc.
2146 San Gabriel Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
Dear Business Owner,
City of 2qsemead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
CERTIFIED MAIL
On February 21, 1989, the City of Rosemead Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
88-447, allowing the operation of a motel at 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard (formerly Travelodge). Due to
recent activity and violations with the City's Building and Safety Division, City's Planning Division, City's
Public Safety Department, LA County Fire Department, and LA County Public Health, the City will pursue
a modification of CUP 88-447, which may include new conditions pertaining to operation of the project,
such as buffers, duration of the permit or entitlement, hours of operation, landscaping and maintenance,
lighting, parking, performance guarantees, property maintenance, signs, surfacing, traffic circulation,
security, or any other aspect/condition determined to be reasonable and necessary to ensure that the
permit or approval is operated in a manner consistent with the original findings for approval. More
information will be provided to you soon on the City's initiated modification of CUP 88-447.
Planning Division staff's site inspection on January 21, 2021, revealed that Friendly Inn is in violation of
the conditions of approval (enclosed with this letter) of CUP 88-447. All violations shall be corrected by
Wednesday, March 4, 2021. The following conditions of approval are in violation:
1. Per Condition of Approval Number 2, the project shall comply with Section 9181.1 (30) of the
Rosemead Municipal Code except for subsections a, c, e, and o submitted and marked Exhibit C.
Per Ordinance 604, subsection f states, the owner and/or operator of such hotel or motel
shall not permit any person as an occupant in such a hotel or motel for a period in excess
of thirty (30) consecutive calendar days, except for one (1) permitted manager's unit.
Comment: Staff's inspection revealed that guests are occupying some of the rooms for
more than 30 consecutive days. The City's Code Enforcement Division issued a warning
notice and citation regarding this matter on January 21st. The motel operator shall
immediately comply with this requirement and shall not allow any person to occupy a
room for more than 30 consecutive calendar days.
Per Ordinance 604, subsections j and k, the owner and/or operator of such hotel or motel
shall provide daily room cleaning service for each room in such hotel or motel; and every
hotel and motel shall obtain and keep records of the name and address of guests, the
make, year and license of the guest's vehicle, and the state in which such vehicle is
licensed.
EXHIBIT F
Comment: Staff's inspection revealed that housekeeping service is not provided in the
guestrooms as required by the Code. In addition, registrations requirements were not
met (names, addresses, valid driver's license, etc.). The City's Code Enforcement Division
issued a warning notice regarding this matter on January 21st. The motel operator shall
immediately comply with registration requirements.
• Per Ordinance 604, subsection n, no portable refrigerators, microwaves or other
appliances necessary for the preparation of food be permitted in any hotel or motel
room.
Comment: Staff's inspection revealed that portable grills, skillets, or toaster ovens are
installed in some of the rooms. All food preparation equipment shall be removed from
the rooms.
2. Per Condition of Approval Number 3 and 4, the applicant shall obtain all required City business
license (i.e. Business Occupancy Permit, Business License, etc.) and shall sign a notarized affidavit
of agreement with the above listed conditions and return it within ten days of approval to the
City.
Comment: According to Planning Division records, there is inconsistency between the corporate
officer names on the Friendly Inn, Inc. State of California Statement of Information and the name
on the Applicant Affidavit for CUP 88-447. The Applicant Affidavit was signed and notarized by
Jung Fu Chen. The corporate officer names listed on the State of California Statement of
Information are Li Yuan Chen, Andrew Chen, and Alexander Chen. In addition, during staff's
inspection on January 21st, the hotel manager, Renee Chen, stated that she has no knowledge of
who Jung Fu Chen is. For this reason, if the motel business owner has been transferred, please
immediately contact the Planning Division to process the transfer of business ownership for CUP
88-447 and update the Applicant Affidavit. In addition, the City's initiated modification will also
require a notarized affidavit of agreement to be signed by the motel operator. Furthermore, the
business license renewal that was submitted to the City has been placed on hold until this issue is
corrected.
Please contact Planning & Economic Development Manager Lily Valenzuela at (626) 569-2142 or
Itrinh@cityofrosemead.org to discuss immediate action to correct all violations.
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Lily Valenzuela
Planning & Economic Development Manager
Cc: Angelica Frausto-Lupo, Director of Community Development
Brad Fliehmann, Building Official
Lt. Tony Duong, Chief of Police
Wayne Co, Public Safety Manager
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MAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY LOW
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN RANG
STEVEN LY
City of W9semead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
NOTIFICATION OF BUILDING CODE VIOLATION
Violation Address: 2146 San Gabriel Blvd.
Case # CE 21-0043
Violation Date: January 21, 2021- January 29, 2021
Notice Date: February 17, 2021
Property Owner: Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave.
Temple City Ca. 91780
Based on inspections of the property listed above between January 21, 2021
through January 29, 2017, the following Building Code violations are determined to be
outstanding at the subject address. Many of these violations are deemed to be
potentially hazardous or unhealthy to human occupancy and as such the Building
Official has posted some of the subject guest rooms with a "yellow tag" (restricted use)
which prohibits the rooms from being occupied and only allows entry for the purposes of
making repairs or retrieving personal property. The property Owners may not allow
these _quest rooms to be re -occupied until approved by the Building Official.
The Building Division recognizes that some corrective action is already underway
in some of these guest rooms and encourages the property Owners to continue in these
efforts. This Notice serves solely to document the violations observed on the given
dates and the corrective actions required for each room.
This Notice only addresses violations of the building codes and other agencies
are conducting their own independent enforcement of the laws and codes under their
authority. These agencies include the City of Rosemead Planning Division, City of
Rosemead Code Enforcement Division, Los Angeles County Fire Department, and the
Los Angeles County Health Department.
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EXHIBIT G
Room 340 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Water damage on ceiling.
Violation 4- Missing smoke detectors* (1/12/21).
Violation 5- Hazardous ungrounded electrical receptacle in Bathroom (1/12/21).
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
*Note- Smoke detector enforcement action is now being managed by Los
Angeles County Fire Department.
Room 341 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Missing smoke detectors* (1/12/21).
Violation 3- Hazardous mis-wired electrical receptacle in Bathroom (1/12/21).
Room status at close of inspection- Room status at close of inspection- Yellow
tag (do not occupy).
Room 342 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Missing smoke detectors* (1/12/21).
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 343 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Water damage on wall.
Violation 4- Missing smoke detectors*
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Page 12 of 16
Room 344 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Missing smoke detectors* (1/12/21).
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 345 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Termite damage at door.
Violation 4- Missing smoke detectors*.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 346 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Missing smoke detectors*.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 347 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Missing smoke detectors*.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 348 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Missing smoke detectors*.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Page 13 of 16
Room 349 (1/21/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Missing wall light fixture.
Violation 2- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 3- Missing smoke detectors'.
Violation 4- Door frame damage/ not secure.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 221 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- HVAC unit not working/ unsanitary.
Violation 3- Water damage on ceiling.
Violation 4- Hazardous mis-wired electrical receptacle in bathroom (open
neutral).
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 221 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- HVAC unit not working/ unsanitary.
Violation 3- Water damage on ceiling.
Violation 4- Hazardous mis-wired electrical receptacle in bathroom (open
neutral).
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 222 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2-
Door not marked with guest room number.
Violation 3-
Loose receptacle in living area.
Violation 4-
Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 5-
Hazardous mis-wired electrical receptacle in bathroom (open
ground/ fails to trip).
Violation 6-
Hole in Bathroom wall
Violation 7-
Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Page 14 of 16
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 223 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 224 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Loose receptacle in living area.
Violation 3- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits.
Violation 4- Hazardous mis-wired electrical receptacle in bathroom (fails to trip).
Violation 5- Bathroom vent fan does not work.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 225 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Violation 3- Missing light fixture cover.
Violation 4- Recessed ceiling light fixtures installed without permits/ missing
fixture exposing hole in ceiling.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 226 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
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Room 227 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Hazardous loose electrical receptacle in living area (on/off
Violation 2-
condition).
Violation 2-
GFCI receptacle in Bathroom is off and wont reset.
Violation 3-
Bathroom door does not fully open/ scrapes on floor.
Violation 4-
Damaged/ unsanitary countertop in bathroom.
Violation 5-
Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Violation 6-
Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 228 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2-
HVAC unit not working/ unsanitary.
Violation 3-
Hole in Living area wall.
Violation 4-
Hazardous mis-wired GFCI receptacle in bathroom (open neutral).
Violation 5-
Bathroom vent fan does not work.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 229 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2-
HVAC unit not working/ unsanitary.
Violation 3-
Bathroom door does not fully open/ scrapes on floor.
Violation 4-
Missing section of carpet (replacement in progress).
Violation 5-
Bathroom vent fan does not work
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 230 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Violation 2- Guest room door mismarked as room 109.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
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Room 231 (1/26/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 339 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Probable asbestos contamination observed due to removal of
popcorn ceiling. Field notice issued to secure services of an AQMD
certified hygienist to test for asbestos and provide report. No further
interior inspection was conducted.
Room status at close of inspection- Red tag (entry prohibited).
NOTE- Report provided on February 11, 2021 confirmed that the material does
not contain asbestos. Email response to Andrew gave OK to proceed with
cleanup and rehab per issued permit.
Room 338 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 337 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 336 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
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Room 335 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Recessed can lights installed without permits.
Violation 2- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 3- Bathroom vent fan does not work.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 334 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Violation 3- Missing light fixture cover.
Violation 4- GFCI in bathroom is out and will not reset.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur on 1/28/21).
Room 333 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 332 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 331 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room appears to be used primarily for storage but is overloaded
with unorganized storage items presenting a hazard for egress and
fire spread.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tagged (do not occupy).
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Room 213 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 214 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- GFCI in bathroom is out and wont reset.
Violation 3- Loose connection on living area receptacle (on/ off condition).
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur on 1/28/21).
Room 108 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 109 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- GFCI in bathroom is out and wont reset.
Violation 3- Bathroom vent fan does not work.
Violation 4- Missing receptacle cover in living area.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur on 1/28/21).
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Room 111 (1/27/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Repairs required, OK to occupy.
Room 109 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
Room 212 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- GFCI in bathroom is out and wont reset.
Violation 3- Bathroom vent fan does not work.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur on 1/29/21).
Room 213 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 214 0/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
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Room 215 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 216 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Large section of torn carpet.
Violation 2-
Water damaged ceiling.
Violation 3-
GFCI receptacle in Bathroom does not trip.
Violation 4-
Bathroom wall near sink is not painted.
Violation 5-
Shower walls not finished/ painted.
Violation 6-
Tub is chipped.
Violation 7-
Bathroom vent fan not working.
Violation 8-
Visible mildew in bathroom.
Violation 9-
Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tagged (do not occupy).
Room 217 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Recessed can lights added without permits.
Violation 2-
Bathroom vent fan not working.
Violation 3-
GFCI in bathroom does not trip.
Violation 4-
Tub/ shower missing caulking.
Violation 5-
pesticide residue throughout floors (borax powder).
Violation 6-
Bathroom sink is clogged.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tagged (do not occupy).
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Room 218 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Excess pesticide residue throughout floors (borax powder).
Violation 2-
Living area receptacle is loose.
Violation 3-
Carpet is badly stained.
Violation 4-
Mis-wired receptacle near TV (hot/neutral reversed).
Violation 5-
Broken mirror in bathroom.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tagged (do not occupy).
Room 219 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 220 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 334 (1/28/21- Inspector B. Fliehmann)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
Room 102 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Faulty outlet by AC unit.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur upon Owner's request).
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Room 103 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Faulty outlet by bed.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur upon Owner's request).
Room 104 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 105 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1-
Broken mirror in bathroom
Violation 2-
mildew in bathtub.
Violation 3-
missing switch in bathroom.
Violation 4-
clogged sink in bathroom.
Violation 5-
HVAC unit not working.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 106 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
Room 107 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied in violation of Inspection Notice, no inspection
performed.
Room status at close of inspection- not changed.
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Room 108 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Minor wall damage.
Room status at close of inspection- Repair required, OK to occupy.
Room 109 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Minor wall damage.
Room status at close of inspection- Repair required, OK to occupy.
Room 110 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Faulty outlet by bed.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy). Field notice
issued to allow re -occupancy after repairs have been approved (re -inspection to
occur upon Owner's request).
Room 111 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
Room 212 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
Page 114 of 16
Room 217 (1/29/21- Inspector D. Hernandez)- Re -inspection per field notice
Violation 1- Window frame damaged/ worn- does not seal, not secure.
Violation 2- Bathroom vent fan does not work/ missing vent fan cover.
Room status at close of inspection- Hazardous repairs approved- OK to occupy.
Minor repairs still required.
ROOM STATUS SUMMARY:
Clear to occupy- 108. 109, 111, 212, 214, 217, 334, 335, 342, 343,
344, 345, 346, 347, 348, 349.
Yellow tagged (do not occupy)- 102, 103, 105, 110, 216, 218, 221, 222, 224, 225,
227, 228, 229, 331, 340, 341.
Rooms not yet inspected- 104, 106, 107, 213, 215, 219, 220, 223, 226, 230,
231, 332, 333, 336, 337, 338, 339, 350.
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS REQUIRED:
Corrective action #1- On or before March 23, 2021, the Property Owner
must cause each of the rooms listed as "not yet
inspected" to be un -occupied (not under the legal
possession of a guest) and arrange with the Building
Official to inspect each of these rooms (see also
Notice of Inspection dated February 17, 2021). obtain
a permit to "restore guest room 344 to a habitable
condition."
Corrective action #2- On or before March 10, 2021, the Property Owners
must obtain permits from the Building Division to
restore all guest rooms that have been yellow tagged
to a habitable condition, which will include legalizing
any fixtures previously installed without permits.
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Corrective action #3- Complete all work required to restore all units to a
habitable condition on or before April 5, 2021, and
secure final inspections from the City of Rosemead
Building Division.
Corrective action #4- On or before March 2, 2021 remove all unpermitted
temporary electrical wiring installations at front entry
and planter area.
Corrective action #5- On or before April 19, complete all repair work to area
damaged by fire above the enclosed parking area
(see permit # B00-014-036) and secure final
inspections from the City of Rosemead Building
Division.
A follow up inspection is scheduled for March 23, 2021 at 2PM to check for
compliance with corrective action #1. All the listed violations in this Notice must be
cleared as noted to avoid fines and penalties. Please feel free to call me directly if there
are any question regarding this notice.
Sincerely,
.BYaulTli'eh7mann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
(626) 569-2130
(END)
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Violation: Cockroaches - Unit
Inspection Date: 1/27/2021
Owner/Permittee:
CHEN, LI YUAN
Violation Text: Dwellings shall be free of vermin infestation/harborage (i.e., cockroaches, flies, mosquitoes, mites, fleas, bedbugs,
Re -inspection Date: N/A
Facility Address:
2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip:
ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
Email Address:
NONE SPECIFIED
EHS: DIOSDADO YAP
Mailing Address:
2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-3642
Time In: 11:00 AM
Time Out: 01:00 PM
EH Office Number:
(213) 351-0288
Program Identifier:
N/A
Service: INSPECTION/INVESTIGATION/ CARRY OVER
Result: CORRECTIVE ACTION / FOLLOW UP REQUIRED
I Action: REINSPECTION REQUIRED
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
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CO:
000264885
PE: 2423
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EXHIBIT H
Violation: Cockroaches - Unit
Cockroaches
Violation Text: Dwellings shall be free of vermin infestation/harborage (i.e., cockroaches, flies, mosquitoes, mites, fleas, bedbugs,
rats/mice). LACC/ Title 11/ Section 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.330; 11.30.010; 11.30.050; 11.30.060; 11.30.070; 11.30.080
Corrective Action; Eliminate cockroaches and all evidence of cockroaches by safe, legal and effective methods in all units.
Observed cockroaches and all evidence of cockroaches in the following areas:
1. Room 334- approximately 15 cockroaches (live and dead) throughout the unit.
2. Room 335- approximately 3 cockroaches in unit.
3. Room 338- approximately 50 cockroaches throughout the unit with fecal spottings on electrical socket next to the sink.
4. Room 213- approximately 2 cockroaches in unit.
5. Room 214- approximately 2 cockroaches in unit.
6. Room 218- approximately 10 cockroaches in unit.
7. Room 219- approximately 5 cockroaches in unit.
8. Room 103- approximately 10 cockroaches in unit.
9. Rooml05- approximately 10 cockroaches in unit.
10. Room 106- approximately 10 cockroaches in unit.
Violation; Tank/Base/Bowl/Other- Unit
Tank / Base /
Bowl / Other
Violation Text: Dwelling units shall have an approved toilet or privy structure in good repair. 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170;
11.20.180; 11.20.190; 11.20.340
Corrective Action: Replace all missing toilets and their components in all units.
Observed leaking under the toilet tank (clean water) in Room 214.
Observed slow draining hand sink in Room 105.
Observed unsecured toilet in Room 219.
Violation: Appliances - Unit
Appliances
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -supplied appliances in good condition or repair.
Observed food, dirt and other debris encrusted on personal refrigerator inside and out in the following rooms (105, 334, 335,338, 214,
102).
Observed inoperable mechanical exhaust vent in restroom in Rooms 104 and 102.
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EXHIBIT H
OF LOSOFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
eOFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
Atlq`3530 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1110, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 - Phone: (213) 351-0288
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COUNTY of Los ANGELES
Public Health
Facility Name: FRIENDLY INN
Inspection Date: 1/27/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
T SR: NIA
CO: C00264885
PE: 2423
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Violation: Furniture - Unit
Furniture
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -supplied furnishings in good condition or repair.
Observed cabinets, drawers, tables, chairs and other furnitures with stains, dirt and other debris accumulation broken and missing
handles and other components, in the following rooms (334, 335, 338, 213, 214, 218, 219, 102, 103, 105, 106 and 104)
Violation: Counters, Cabinets, Vanities, Shelving, etc. - Unit
Counter,
Cabinets,
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
Vanities,
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Shelving, etc.
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -furnished/ built-in appliances and furnishings in good condition or repair.
Damaged/cracked mirror above the sink in Rooms 105 and 218.
Violation: Wall/Ceiling/Floor - General - Unit
Wall /Ceiling /
Floor -
Violation Text: Walls / Ceilings / Floors shall be maintained in good repair or condition. 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.190;
General
11.20.340;
Corrective Action: Repair/replace all damaged, broken, buckled, missing, or deteriorated walls/ceilings. Repair/replace all torn,
deteriorated, worn, loose, damaged, or cracked floors or floor coverings.
Observed the following violations:
1. Room 334- Damaged wall around the electrical socket near the a/c unit.
2.Room 335- Hole/opening around the drainline below the hand sink.
3. Room 338- a. Damaged wall below the hand sink. b. Damaged/cracked side panel in hand sink counter. c. Remove fecal spotting on
wall around the electrical socket near the sink.
4.Room 219- Damaged/hole in wall inside the bathroom.
5.Room 102-a. Damaged base cove tile inside the bathroom. b. Hole around the shower line.
6. Room 105- a. Damaged wall next to the cabinet with cable attach to the hole. b. Clean and maintain carpet floor with dirt, dust and
other debris accumulation.
7. Room 105-a. Damaged hole in wall near the toilet paper holder. b. Damaged/deteriorated ceiling around the mechanical vent. c. Water
damaged ceiling with black substance in bathroom and outside the bathroom ceiling.
8.Room 106- Damaged wall near the sink.
9. Room 104-a. Damaged ceiling around the mechanical vent in bathroom. b. Damaged carpet floor.
Violation: Windows/Screens - Unit
Window /
Screens
Violation Text: Windows and other openings in the exterior walls of dwellings shall be provided with approved screening of at least
16 mesh set in tight -fitting frames. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.190; 11.20.330; 11.20.340; 11.30.010; 11.30.050
Corrective Action: Repair/ replace all damaged, broken, cracked, torn, inoperable, malfunctioning, missing, or deteriorated windows,
or their components.
Observed torn window screen outside Room 334.
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t + COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
+ �+ OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
3530 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1110, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 - Phone: (213) 351-0288
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WWW.PUBLICHEALTH.LA000NTY.GOV/EH
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Public Health
Facility Name: FRIENDLY INN
Inspection Date: 1/27/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
FSR: N/A
Co: C00264885
PE: 2423
I OVERALL INSPECTION COMMENTS I
The purpose of this visit is to provide an addendum inspection due to multiple complaints from different agencies.
It is improper and illegal for any County officer, employee or inspector to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities in connection with performing their official duties.
Improper solicitations include requests for anything of value such as cash, free services, paid travel or entertainment, or tangible items such as food or
beverages. Any attempt by a County employee to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities for any reason should be reported immediately to either the County manager
responsible for supervising the employee or the Fraud Hotline at (800) 544-6861 or www.lacountyfraud.org. YOU MAY REMAIN ANONYMOUS.
Failure to correct the violations by the compliance date may result in additional fees.
Your signature on this form does not constitute agreement with its contents. You may discuss this content of this report by contacting the supervisor at the
phone number of the Environmental Health office indicated on front page of this report. Until such time as a decision is rendered by this department, the
content of this report shall remain in effect.
By signing below the Person in Charge/Owner understands the above noted violations and statements.
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Violation: Faucet Fixtures - Unit
Faucet
Fixtures
Violation Text: Dwelling units shall have approved sinks, in good repair. 11.16.050; 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.190;
11.20.340
Corrective Action: Replace missing or non -operational sink faucet fixtures in all units.
Observed leaking bathtub faucet in Room 338.
Violation: Cast-Offs/Debris/Waste - Premises
Cast - Offs /
Debris / Waste
Violation Text. Premises shall be maintained in a clean, sanitary condition, free from accumulations of garbage, rubbish, refuse and
other wastes at all times. Garbage and putrescible matter, whether mixed with rubbish or other matter or not, shall be kept in watertight
receptacles with close -fitting lids and with handles or bails. Such receptacles shall be thoroughly cleaned each time their contents are
removed. 11.16.020; 11.16.030; 11.16.050; 11.16.060 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.180; 11.20.190; 11.20.340; 11.30.010;
11.30.050; 11.30.060; 11.30.070; 11.30.080
Corrective Action: Remove unreasonable collection of cast-off materials from premises.
Observed mattresses, furnitures, headboards, cabinets and other cast off items in hallway on 3rd floor and 2nd floor and 1 st floor.
I OVERALL INSPECTION COMMENTS I
The purpose of this visit is to provide an addendum inspection due to multiple complaints from different agencies.
It is improper and illegal for any County officer, employee or inspector to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities in connection with performing their official duties.
Improper solicitations include requests for anything of value such as cash, free services, paid travel or entertainment, or tangible items such as food or
beverages. Any attempt by a County employee to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities for any reason should be reported immediately to either the County manager
responsible for supervising the employee or the Fraud Hotline at (800) 544-6861 or www.lacountyfraud.org. YOU MAY REMAIN ANONYMOUS.
Failure to correct the violations by the compliance date may result in additional fees.
Your signature on this form does not constitute agreement with its contents. You may discuss this content of this report by contacting the supervisor at the
phone number of the Environmental Health office indicated on front page of this report. Until such time as a decision is rendered by this department, the
content of this report shall remain in effect.
By signing below the Person in Charge/Owner understands the above noted violations and statements.
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DIOSDADO YAP
EHS Signature
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of LOS 2441, OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
1 + COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
t f OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
kx �` 3530 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1110, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 -Phone: (213) 351-0288
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WWW.PUBLICHEALTH.LA000NTY.GOV/EH
COUNTY Or LOS ANGELES
Public Health
Facility Name: FRIENDLY INN
Inspection Date: 1/27/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
CO: C00264885
PE: 2423
ADVISORIES / WARNINGS
CALIFORNIA STATE FRANCHISE TAX BOARD WARNING
Section 17274 and 24436.5 of the State Revenue and Taxation code provide, in part, that a taxpayer, who derives rental income from housing determined
by the local regulatory agency to be substandard by reason of violation of State or local codes dealing with health, safety, or building, cannot deduct from
State personal income tax and bank and corporation income tax, deductions for interest, depreciation or taxes attributable to such substandard structure
where the substandard conditions are not corrected within six (6) months after notice of violation by the regulatory agency. THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE
MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THAT SIX-MONTH PERIOD. The Department is required by law to notify the Franchise Tax Board of failure to comply with these
code sections.
Please be advised that the above WARNING is for purpose of compliance with the State Revenue and Taxation Code only. Compliance with Health Laws as
noted on the attached Inspection Report or Notice of Violation must be made within the time specified on the report or notice.
LEAD CORRECTION ADVISORY
WARNING: You are hereby advised that corrections ordered by this report/official notice may disturb surfaces that may contain lead-based paint.
Lead-based paint can be commonly found in housing built prior to 1978.
Prior to making any corrections ordered and in conjunction with repairs or rehabilitation, you must determine if lead is present in the dwelling
unit/apartment/room. All corrective actions must be conducted in a manner that will protect occupants, workers, and other from exposure to contamination
For further information on lead hazards call 1(800) LA -4 -LEAD.
OTHER INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
Exposure to internal environmental elements, such as asbestos, molds, and mildew, dust mites, droppings from cockroaches and rodents, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde, pesticides, and radon also contribute to unhealthy housing environments. All corrective actions must be conducted in a manner
that will protect occupants, workers, and others from exposure to these elements.
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{ + COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
+ + OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
3530 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1110, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 -Phone: (213) 351-0288
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Violation: Cockroaches - Unit
Inspection Date: 1/21/2021
Owner/Permittee:
CHEN, LI YUAN
rats/mice). LACC/ Title 11/ Section 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.330; 11.30.010; 11.30.050; 11.30.060; 11.30.070; 11.30.080
Re -inspection Date: 2/11/2021
Facility Address:
2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip:
ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
Email Address:
NONE SPECIFIED
EHS: DIOSDADO YAP
Mailing Address:
2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD, ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-3642
Time in: 10:30 AM
Time Out: 01:30 PM
EH Office Number:
(213) 351-0288
Program Identifier:
N/A
Service: COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION
Result: CORRECTIVE ACTION / FOLLOW UP REQUIRED
Action: REINSPECTION REQUIRED
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
CO:
C00264885
PE: 2423
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Cockroaches
Violation: Cockroaches - Unit
Violation Text: Dwellings shall be free of vermin infestation/harborage (i.e., cockroaches, flies, mosquitoes, mites, fleas, bedbugs,
rats/mice). LACC/ Title 11/ Section 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.330; 11.30.010; 11.30.050; 11.30.060; 11.30.070; 11.30.080
Corrective Action: Eliminate cockroaches and all evidence of cockroaches by safe, legal and effective methods in all units.
Observed cockroaches (adult, nymph, egg casings and fecal spots) in the following areas:
a. Room 340- approximately 20 cockroaches and evidence of infestation.
b. Room 341- approximately 10 cockroaches and evidence of infestation.
c. Room 343- approximately 5 cockroaches and evidence of infestation.
d. Room 346- approximately 5 cockroaches and evidence of infestation.
Violation: Sewer/Drain Lines - Unit
Sewer / Drain
Lines
Violation Text: All plumbing drains and sewer lines shall be water tight, free flowing, and drain into a municipal sewer system or into
an approved onsite wastewater treatment system. Sewer lines shall not discharge to the ground surface or to a location other than
intended. 11.20.140, 11.20.190, 11.38.042, 11.38.610, 11.38.700, 11.38.720, 11.38.820
Corrective Action: Maintain all sewer/drain lines free from defects and free flowing.
Observed leaking p trap under the sink outside the bathroom in Room 344.
Violation: Appliances - Unit
Appliances
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -supplied appliances in good condition or repair.
Observed personal refrigerator have dust, dirt and other debris accumulated and encrusted in interior and exterior in Rooms 340, 341
and 345.
Violation: Bedding - Unit
Bedding
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -supplied bedding in good condition or repair.
Observed dust, food, dirt and other debris accumulated on mattress and box spring and damaged/deteriorated fabric on mattress and
box spring in Rooms 340, 341,343,344, 345, 346.
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f (+ COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
4 � f OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
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Facility Name: FRIENDLY INN
Inspection Date: 1/21/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
CO : 000264885
PE: 2423
Furniture
Violation: Furniture - Unit
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Corrective Action; Maintain all owner -supplied furnishings in good condition or repair.
Observed wooden cabinets and drawers with dust dead cockroaches and other debris accumulation in Rooms 340, 341, 343, 344,
345, 346.
Violation: Counters, Cabinets, Vanities, Shelving, etc. - Unit
Counter,
Cabinets,
Violation Text: Appliances/Furnishings (i.e. supplied bedding, furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvings, etc.) shall be
Vanities,
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Shelving, etc.
Corrective Action: Maintain all owner -furnished/ built-in appliances and furnishings in good condition or repair.
Observed missing cabinet handles in most of the rooms (340, 341, 343, 344, 345 and 346).
Violation: Wall/Ceiling/Floor - General - Unit
Wall /Ceiling /
Floor -
Violation Text: Walls / Ceilings / Floors shall be maintained in good repair or condition. 11.20.140; 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.190;
General
11.20.340;
Corrective Action: Repair/replace all damaged, broken, buckled, missing, or deteriorated walls/ceilings.
Observed the following:
a. Water damaged ceiling above the mattress in Room 340.
b. Water damaged ceiling in the bathroom in Room 344.
c. Damaged door frame at the main entrance in Room 349.
d. Damaged wall along the hallway outside Room 347.
e. Water damaged ceiling in parking stall next to Room 111.
f. Damaged wall on 2nd and 3rd floor below Room 347 and 247.
I OVERALL INSPECTION COMMENTS I
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The purpose of this visit is to determine compliance with Public health laws, City of Rosemead ordinance, local fire dept, sheriffs
dept., building and safety, planning from the city of Rosemead. A multi agency task force was scheduled and coordinated by
Rosemead Public Safety.
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f �}COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
�> OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
3530 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1110, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 -Phone: (213) 351-0288
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Facility Name: FRIENDLY INN
Inspection Date: 1/21/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
CO: 000264885
pE: 2423
It is improper and illegal for any County officer, employee or inspector to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities in connection with performing their official duties.
Improper solicitations include requests for anything of value such as cash, free services, paid travel or entertainment, or tangible items such as food or
beverages. Any attempt by a County employee to solicit bribes, gifts or gratuities for any reason should be reported immediately to either the County manager
responsible for supervising the employee or the Fraud Hotline at (800) 544-6861 or www.lacountvfraud.org. YOU MAY REMAIN ANONYMOUS.
Failure to correct the violations by the compliance date may result in additional fees.
Your signature on this form does not constitute agreement with its contents. You may discuss this content of this report by contacting the supervisor at the
phone number of the Environmental Health office indicated on front page of this report. Until such time as a decision is rendered by this department, the
content of this report shall remain in effect.
By signing below the Person in Charge/Owner understands the above noted violations and statements.
ADVISORIES / WARNINGS
CALIFORNIA STATE FRANCHISE TAX BOARD WARNING
Section 17274 and 24436.5 of the State Revenue and Taxation code provide, in part, that a taxpayer, who derives rental income from housing determined
by the local regulatory agency to be substandard by reason of violation of State or local codes dealing with health, safety, or building, cannot deduct from
State personal income tax and bank and corporation income tax, deductions for interest, depreciation or taxes attributable to such substandard structure
where the substandard conditions are not corrected within six (6) months after notice of violation by the regulatory agency. THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE
MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THAT SIX-MONTH PERIOD. The Department is required by law to notify the Franchise Tax Board of failure to comply with these
code sections.
Please be advised that the above WARNING is for purpose of compliance with the State Revenue and Taxation Code only. Compliance with Health Laws as
noted on the attached Inspection Report or Notice of Violation must be made within the time specified on the report or notice.
LEAD CORRECTION ADVISORY
WARNING: You are hereby advised that corrections ordered by this report/official notice may disturb surfaces that may contain lead-based paint.
Lead-based paint can be commonly found in housing built prior to 1978.
Prior to making any corrections ordered and in conjunction with repairs or rehabilitation, you must determine if lead is present in the dwelling
unit/apartment/room. All corrective actions must be conducted in a manner that will protect occupants, workers, and other from exposure to contamination
For further information on lead hazards call 1(800) LA -4 -LEAD.
OTHER INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
Exposure to internal environmental elements, such as asbestos, molds, and mildew, dust mites, droppings from cockroaches and rodents, carbon
monoxide, formaldehyde, pesticides, and radon also contribute to unhealthy housing environments. All corrective actions must be conducted in a manner
that will protect occupants, workers, and others from exposure to these elements.
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EXHIBIT A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 88-447
2146 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
TRAVELODGE ROSEMEAD SOUTH
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
FEBRUARY 7, 1989
1. That the property be maintained according to the site plan submitted
11-2-88, marked Exhibit B.
2. That the project complies with Section 9181.1 (30) of the Rosemead
Municipal Code except for subsections a, c, e, and o submitted and marked
Exhibit C.
3. The applicant shall obtain all required City business licenses (i.e.
Business Occupancy Permit, Business License, etc.)
4. The -applicant shall sign a notarized affidavit of agreement with the above
listed conditions and return it within ten days of approval to the City.
SCUP447:3
Natalie Haworth
From: Erik
Sent: Sunday, March 28, 2021 5:51 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: Regarding Public Hearing of the Friendly Inn (April 5)
Attachments: Video_4.mov; Leak Vid 3.mov; Leak Vid 1.mov; Leak Vid 2.mov; Grass area 2 jpeg; Grass
area trash jpeg; Leak Picture jpeg
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Hello, we live next to the Friendly Inn on Graves Ave.
We have had many problems with the inn already regarding their maintenance and safety issues. Attached to this email
are some pictures and videos of the problems
ThP iccuPt-
-We have seen leaks coming down the walls and leaking through into the dirt on our side which also causes some sewer
like smell coming from there. It is shown in the pictures/videos below. This is an ongoing issue over many years.
-People living in the inn and tossing trash down from the balcony onto the grass (including beer bottles that end up
shattering upon impact on the street). Some pictures of that are also attached (a few of countless instances of trash
being littered everywhere). This seemed to happen for months since the street sweeping vehicle comes by every Friday
to clean up. But we kept seeing the glass in different places everywhere. We have called the inn many times to resolve
this issue, but they did not.
-Bullet casings found about 4 different times on the street or sidewalk between my house and the inn. There are no
bullet casings found elsewhere, so the issue arises with the people staying at the inn that are a danger to the
neighborhood
-Homeless, drunks, drug addicts. In the pictures, there is a grassy area that will often have homeless people trying to
pitch a tent, drunks sleeping in the area, or drug addicts roaming this area causing a commotion, or very suspicious
looking loiterers. This is right next to my house. We have had to call the police MULTIPLE times EVERY year because this
inn attracts all sorts of bad people to the area. We cannot leave our house or even go out into our yard when this
happens because we do not feel safe with these types of people around especially with older people in the house.
-There have been inn customers that toss their cigarettes, bongs, and drug needles into our backyard from the balcony
windows behind the inn (where the laundry is).
-There are also some people that have been selling drugs over multiple years since we would see cars that would pull up
in front of our house, mostly at night. They would park in front of my house, get out of the car and head in the direction
of the inn for about 30 seconds to a minute, then come right back to their car with a pack in their hands. There is no
reason to be in my neighborhood this late at night and heading to the direction of the inn since the entrance is on San
Gabriel Blvd and not Graves Ave.
All of these issues happen many times, not just once, but over the span of many years. Which is why we have to call the
police many times every single year.
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Natalie Haworth
From:
Anthony Tran
Sent:
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 6:31 PM
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
Case No.: Modification (MOD) 21-01 Regarding Friendly Inn
Follow Up Flag:
Follow up
Flag Status:
Flagged
Hello,
I am writing this letter regarding the motel (Friendly Inn) on 2146 San Gabriel Blvd.
have many concerns regarding the security of our neighborhood due to this motel.
We have many incidents in which people residing in the motel would trespass many homes around us.
I have seen some people jumping out of the Friendly Inn's windows.
They were always being chased by cops and many times when they run, they would jump into our yard and run all around
to try to get away.
It is a safety concern because it would frighten the elders we have at home.
More importantly, if the people who live in the motel have weapons, it would not just result in us being frightened but also
us possible getting injured or killed.
If it becomes a shoot out between the police and those who live in the motel.
Too many people would get affected and this neighborhood would be dragged through the dirt for having so many bad
reviews.
We are concerned for our lives and for everyone's life around us.
We appreciate it if this matter can be taken care of and thank you.
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