CC - Item 4A - Public Hearing on Appeal of Modification 21-01ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GLORIA MOLLEDA, CITY MANAGER
DATE: JUNE 22, 2021
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING ON APPEAL OF MODIFICATION 21-01
SUMMARY
On April 5, 2021, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing of a City
Inititiated Modification 21-01 to amend the conditions of approval of Conditional Use Permit 88-
447 for a motel at 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard ("Friendly Inn"). The Planning Commission
approved Modification 21-01 containing staff's recommended conditions as well as the addition
of an amended Condition of Approval to No. 21 by adding two additional armed security guards
for a total of four armed security guards. On April 8, 2021, the City Clerk's Office received a
letter of appeal from the Law Offices of Frank A. Weiser, representing the business and property
owners of the Friendly Inn, located at 2146 San Gabriel Boulevard. As a result, the public
hearing for the appeal was scheduled for June 22, 202, with the City Council.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
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, 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.
AGENDA ITEM 4.A
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DISCUSSION
Property History and Description
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 Attachment "A"),
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 Attachments `B," "C," and "D," 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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The "Notice of Inspection" was also mailed to the business and property owners on January 13,
2021. The five inspections were coordinated with the business owner, the City's Planning
Division, Building and Safety Division, Public Safety Department (Code Enforcement and Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department), Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, and
Los Angeles County Fire Department. However, not all agencies were present at all the
inspection dates. The details of all inspections and violations from each division or agency is
discussed below.
Planning Division
Based on the inspections, the Planning Division issued the Friendly Inn a letter on
February 17, 2021, which addressed the violations to CUP 88-447 (attached as
Attachment "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.
In addition to the violations, 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 were incorporated to address the
property maintenance issues.
Building and Safety Division
On January 12, 2021, the Building Official issued a "Notification of Code Violation"
(Attachment "G") to the Friendly Inn, which was posted onsite and mailed to the business
and property owners on January 13, 2021. The "Notification of Code Violation" detailed
the violations of Room Nos. 340, 341, 342, and 344, some of which were deemed to be
potentially hazardous or unhealthy to human occupancy. In addition, the "Notification of
Code Violation" also outlined the violations in each room, which included missing or
damaged smoke detectors and hazardous electrical receptacles. While onsite, the
Building Official obtained approval from the Motel Manager to conduct a brief visual of
Room Nos. 340, 341, 342, and 344. The observations confirmed that some of the most
significant violations were still present (such as missing smoke alarms and/or excessive
storage). For this reason, the Building Official posted "yellow tags" on Room Nos. 340,
341, 342, and 344, limiting the occupancy to restricted entry only.
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Based on the five inspections conducted between January 21, 2021 to January 29, 2021,
the Building Official issued a second "Notification of Code Violation" on February 17,
2021 (attached as Attachment "H") to the Friendly Inn. The "Notification of Code
Violation" was emailed to the business owner on February 17, 2021 and was posted
onsite and mailed to the business and property owners on February 18, 2021. The
"Notification of Code Violation" detailed the violations of Room Nos. 102, 103, 105,
108-111, 212, 214, 216-218, 221, 222, 224, 225, 227-229, 331, 334, 335, 339, and 340-
349. Some of the violations were deemed to be potentially hazardous or unhealthy to
human occupancy, specifically in Room Nos. 102, 103, 105, 110, 216, 218, 221, 222,
224, 225, 227-229, 331, 340, and 341. As a result, the Building Official posted the rooms
with a "yellow tag." The "Notification of Code Violation" also outlined the violations in
each room, which included 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. In addition, Room No.
339 was "red tagged" due to probable asbestos contamination as the popcorn ceiling was
removed.
On February 8, 2021, the business owner obtained building permits for
repairs/renovations to several rooms and worked with the Building Official on correcting
the issues. On February 18, 2021, the Building Official issued a second "Notice of
Inspection" (attached as Attachment "I"), which was emailed and hand delivered to the
business owner and mailed to business and property owner of the Friendly Inn. The
"Notice of Inspection" served as proper and reasonable notice that on March 23, 2021,
the Building Official intended to inspect all the rooms that were not previously available
at the prior scheduled inspection dates, specifically Room Nos. 104, 106, 107, 213, 215,
219, 220, 223, 226, 230, 231, 332, 333, 336-339, and 350. The inspection on March 23,
2021, revealed that a few rooms had minor deficiencies and may be occupied; several
rooms were posted with a "yellow tag" due to current un -inhabitable conditions. Six of
the rooms were "yellow tagged" as repairs were in progress.
On March 24, 2021, the Building Official issued a third "Notice of Inspection" (attached
as Attachment "J"), which was emailed and hand delivered to the business owner and
mailed to business and property owner of the Friendly Inn. The "Notice of Inspection"
served as proper and reasonable notice that on May 12, 2021 (note: letter states March
125 2021, however, typo was clarified with business owner), the Building Official
intended to inspect Room Nos. 213, 215, 219, 220, and 336. In addition, on April 1,
2021, the Building Official issued a "Supplemental Notification of Building Code
Violation," which detailed the additional violations discovered during the inspections
conducted on March 23, 2021. The "Supplemental Notification of Building Code
Violation," (attached as Attachment "K") informed the motel that some of the violations
were deemed to be potentially hazardous or unhealthy to human occupancy, and, as such,
the Building Official posted some of the guest rooms with a "yellow tag." In addition,
the "Supplemental Notification of Building Code Violation," stated that the property
owners may not allow these guest rooms to be re -occupied until approved by the Building
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Official. The "Supplemental Notification of Building Code Violation" was emailed and
hand delivered to the business owner and mailed to business and property owner of the
Friendly Inn.
At the request of the business owner of the Friendly Inn, on May 6, 2021, the Building
Official inspected Room Nos. 104-107, 332, 337, 338, 344, and 350. As a result, all of
the "yellow tags" were removed from the rooms inspected by the Building Official.
However, they must correct some minor issues and obtain final approval prior to
occupancy.
The scheduled inspection of Room Nos. 213, 215, 219, 220, and 336 on May 12, 2021,
revealed that minor code violations were noted, however, the rooms were deemed to be
suitable for occupancy. The result of the inspection was emailed to the business owner
on May 13, 2021.
To date, the Building and Safety Division has inspected all 50 rooms. Of the 50 rooms,
35 rooms may be occupied and 15 rooms have been posted with a yellow tag and/or are
currently under repair with active permits.
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 Attachment "L." 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 June 1, 2021, the LA County Sheriff's Department provided an updated crime
summary for the Friendly Inn. The two year crime summary is from January 1, 2019 thru
May 31, 2021. The crime summary showed 178 calls for service/responses, which
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include two murders (June 2020 and January 2021), three shootings (September 2020,
December 2020, and January 2021), 6 aggravated assaults (all from 2020), 12
stolen/recovered vehicles (nine in 2019 and three in 2020), 16 narcotics related arrests
(three in 2019, 11 in 2020, and two in 2021), and other crimes. The details are provided
below:
• LASD Report No. 019-01352-0533-419: On January 31, 2019, deputies
responded to the location regarding a child abuse investigation. Deputies did not
find evidence of a crime.
• LASD Report No. 919-02983-0533-185: On March 9, 2019, deputies conducted a
patrol check at the location. They arrested a suspect for possession of narcotics.
• LASD Report No. 919-04100-0533-181: On April 3, 2019, deputies conducted a
patrol check at the location. They arrested two suspects for numerous narcotics
related charges including possession for sales.
• LASD Report No. 019-04265-0533-091: On April 7, 2019, deputies responded to
the location regarding a family disturbance. The investigation revealed a family
member stole another family member's truck from the location.
• LASD Report No. 919-06208-0533-091: On May 20, 2019, a vehicle was stolen
from the location.
• LASD Report No. 019-07763-0533-449: On June 23, 2019, deputies responded to
the location regarding a domestic violence incident. No crime was committed.
• LASD Report No. 019-08048-0533-146: On June 30, 2019, deputies responded to
the location regarding a domestic violence incident that occurred at the location.
Deputies arrested the suspect for spousal assault.
• LASD Report No. 919-08729-0533-117: On July 15, 2019, deputies saw a stolen
vehicle parked at the location. The vehicle was stolen from Los Angeles.
Deputies discovered the driver was staying in a room at the location and arrested
him. During a room search, deputies recovered numerous stolen I.D. cards, credit
cards, and skimming devices. The suspect arrested for numerous charges relating
to driving a stolen vehicle and identity theft.
• LASD Report No. 919-09262-0533-255: On July 28, 2019, deputies conducted a
traffic stop inside the parking lot of the location and cited the driver for being
unlicensed.
• LASD Report No. 919-09254-0533-501: On July 28, 2019, a vehicle was
repossessed from the location.
• LASD Report No. 919-09740-0533-399: On August 8, 2019, deputies conducted
a patrol check at the location. They saw two suspects in the parking lot and
arrested them for possession of stolen property and paraphernalia.
• LASD Report No. 919-14878-0532-091: On December 9, 2019, a vehicle was
stolen from the location.
• LASD Report No. 920-00808-0533-093: On January 20, 2020, a vehicle was
stolen from the location.
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• LASD Report No. 920-01200-0530-093: On January 29, 2020, deputies saw a
stolen vehicle parked at the location. The vehicle was stolen several hours prior
at another location in Rosemead. 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 at the location. The vehicle was originally stolen from an
unincorporated area of LA County, Bassett.
• 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.
• 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 at the location. The vehicle was originally stolen from the City of
Alhambra.
• 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. While at the location, 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 a room 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.
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• LASD Report No. 020-07764-0532-011: In 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 from the location. The vehicle was originally stolen from City of
Whittier.
• 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. While at the location, 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.
• 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
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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 at the location.
• 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 discovered 3 parolees/probationers staying
at the location. Deputies arrested one suspect for a no bail parole warrant and
possession of narcotics. Another suspect was arrested for a robbery from Orange
County.
Since the Planning Commission public hearing on April 5, 2021, the following crime
reports were documented:
• LASD Report No. 921-04471-0533-151: On April 29, 2021, gang detectives
arrested a suspect for possession of a large amount of narcotics and a loaded
firearm inside the parking lot of the location.
• LASD Report No. 921-04850-0533-389: On May 2, 2021, a petty theft occurred
in Montebello. Deputies confirmed the suspect possessed the stolen item and was
staying at the location.
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.
City Initiated Modification to CUP 88-447
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 Attachment
«M .93
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. The City received four written
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public comments from neighboring residents. The concerns were related to patrons of the hotel
littering; bullet casings found in the public right-of-way; homelessness, alcohol and drugs, gangs,
sex trafficking, prostitution, public safety, trespassing, shootings, and murders. The four public
comments were read out loud at the Planning Commission Meeting and are attached as
Attachment "N."
After hearing all oral and written testimony, the Planning Commission approved Modification
21-01 with an amendment to the "security guards" condition, bullet point two of Condition of
Approval No. 21, which required two -armed security guards be stationed in the parking lot at all
times. The Planning Commission discussed and agreed that due to the significant public safety
concerns that were raised in staff's report and during the public hearing, additional armed
security guards should be incorporated into the condition. Former Chief of Police (Lieutenant
Duong) elaborated on his initial proposal of requiring two -armed security guards, as they go in
pairs, to be stationed in the parking lot 24 -hours a day, seven days a week. He agreed that it
would be safer and beneficial to have two additional armed security guards secure the motel
perimeter. In addition, Lt. Duong elaborated that the motel is confirmed to be a safe haven for
local gang members and criminals when they want to hide from law enforcement. He also
elaborated that suspects wanted for robbery from Orange County, committed a murder in the
City of Covina, or committed an armed carjacking in the City of Santa Monica were all hiding at
the Friendly Inn. Lt. Duong emphasized it was reasonable and prudent to require two additional
armed security guards. As a result, the Planning Commission unanimously agreed and modified
bullet point two of Condition of Approval No. 21 to require four -armed security guards. The
Planning Commission Staff Report, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes, and Planning
Commission Resolution 21-02 are included in this report as Attachments "O," "P," and
respectively.
APPEAL
On April 8, 2021, the City Clerk's Office received a letter of appeal from the Law Offices of
Frank A. Weiser, representing the business and property owners of the Friendly Inn. A copy of
the letter is attached as Attachment "R."
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.
As detailed in the discussion, the City initiated the modification of CUP 88-447 due to recent
activity and violations with the City's Planning Division, Building and Safety Division, Code
Enforcement Division, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles County
Department of Public Health, and Los Angeles County Fire Department. Modification 21-01
will ensure that the motel meets the operational code standards listed in RMC Chapter 5.42
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(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.
MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIREMENTS
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
City Council Meeting
June 22, 2021
Page 13 of 14
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 is intended to 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 -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 RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council direct staff to prepare a resolution with findings denying this appeal and
supporting Modification 21-01 and present this to the Council for adoption at its July 13, 2021
City Council Meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Modification 21-01 is consistent with the Strategic Plan's "Vision 2020" to provide Rosemead
residents with, "a low crime rate and general feeling of safety" and "well maintained residential
and business properties that are consistent with the community/neighborhood."
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, which includes a
public hearing notice published in the Rosemead Reader on June 10, 2021, and posting of the
notice at the six (6) public locations.
City Council Meeting
June 22, 2021
Page 14 of 14
Prepared by:
Lil ' alenzuela, Planning and Economic Development Manager
Submitted by:
Attachment A: Ordinance No. 604
Attachment B: Planning Commission Staff Report (dated February 6, 1989)
Attachment C: Planning Commission Minutes (dated February 6, 1989)
Attachment D: Planning Commission Resolution No. 89-11
Attachment E: Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection (dated January 12, 2021)
Attachment F: Planning Division Letter of Violation (dated February 17, 2021)
Attachment G: Building & Safety Division Notification of Code Violation (dated January 12,
2021)
Attachment H: Building & Safety Division Notification of Code Violation (dated February 17,
2021)
Attachment I: Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection (dated February 18, 2021)
Attachment J: Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection (dated March 24, 2021)
Attachment K: Building & Safety Division Supplemental Notification of Building Code Violation
(dated April 1, 202 1)
Attachment L: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Inspection Reports
Attachment M: CUP 88-447 Conditions of Approval
Attachment N: Wrtitten Public Comments
Attachment O: Planning Commission Staff Report (dated April 5, 2021)
Attachment P: Planning Commission Minutes (dated April 5, 2021)
Attachment Q: Planning Commission Resolution No. 21-02
Attachment R: Appeal Letter from Law Offices of Frank A. Weiser
Attachment A
Ordinance No. 604
ORDINANCE NO. 604
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING HOTEL AND MOTEL REGULATIONS.
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THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS
FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 9111.1E (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 an 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 motelshallprovide
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.
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ATTEST:
(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.
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ATTEST:
Attachment B
Planning Commission Staff Report
Dated February 6, 1989
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 BEARING 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:
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To the north ,
south and west is commercial (C-3) and developed
accordingly.
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To the east is low
density residential (R-1) and developed accordingly.
MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIREMENTS:
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9181.1 - Uses permitted_ in specific zones. The following uses may be
permitted in the zones herein indicated upon the granting of a conditional
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use permit:
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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: V
Such conditional use permit may be issued only after a public hearing Z
before the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead upon application
therefore, and the findings by the Planning Commission that the Z
establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use so applied for will Z
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. a
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
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On the basis of evaluation, this project has been determined to be a class
9 Categorical Exemption under the provisions of CEQA.
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PROPERTY HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION: I
This project was submitted for building permits before Ordinance No. 604 iii
establishing regulations for all hotels and motels was adopted. This N
project, therefore, was exempt from obtaining a conditional use permit. O
They received their final building approval in July of 1987.
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STAFF REPORT
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
Attachment C
Planning Commission Minutes
Dated February 6, 1989
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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
Attachment E
Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection
Dated January 12, 2021
MAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY LOW
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN DANG
STEVEN LY
Subject Property
Property Owner:
Notice Date
i
I
City of Wpsemead
i
I
I
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
NOTICE OF INSPECTION
2146 San Gabriel Blvd. Rosemead, Ca.
Friendly Inn Motel
Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave.
Temple City Ca. 91780
January 12, 2021
The City of Rosemead has been made aware that conditions may exist in some of the
guest rooms of the subject property which could be deemed as "unsafe" as defined by
the California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
102). As such, the Building Official for the City of Rosemead is obligated to examine the
premises for these alleged conditions, and pursuant to the California Building Code (as
amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section 104.2.3.1) the Building Official has
the authority to enter the subject premises upon reasonable notice.
This "Notice of Inspection" hereby serves as proper and reasonable notice that the
Building Official intends to inspect the subject property and guest rooms according to
the following schedule:
1) Thursday January 21, 2021 at 11AM- Rooms 340-350.
2) Tuesday January 26, 2021 at 11AM- Rooms 221-231.
3) Wednesday January 27, 2021 at 11AM- Rooms 332-339.
4) Thursday January 28, 2021 at 11AM- Rooms 212-220.
5) Friday January 29, 2021 at 11AM- Rooms 102-111.
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The Property Owner must provide for safe and full access to each of the rooms listed at
the indicated time of inspection. Furthermore, due to COVID safety protocols each of
the rooms indicated must remain un -occupied during the inspections. The Property
Owners should plan accordingly on which rooms are rented each day so that the rooms
scheduled for inspection remain un -rented and un -occupied during the date and times
indicated. City representatives in attendance will ensure that all inspection activities will
be conducted in a manner to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 and will wear
face coverings and maintain social distance.
California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
104.2.3.4) declares that it is a violation for any person to fail or refuse authorized entry
to the Building Official for the purposes of inspection after reasonable notice of
inspection has been properly served. Failure to comply with this Notice could fully result
in criminal or civil penalty.
Questions or concerns regarding this notice should be directed to the Building Official
for the City of Rosemead.
Brad, F elimann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
8830 Valley Blvd. Rosemead, Ca. 91770
(626) 569-2130
(END)
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Attachment F
Planning Division Letter of Violation Dated
February 17, 2021
MAYOR:
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 !R9semead'
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:
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.
Comment: Staffs 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 staffs
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
Attachment G
Building & Safety Division Notification of Code
Violation Dated January 12, 2021
MAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY Low
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN DANG
STEVEN LY
City of Wpsemead
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:
Notice Date:
January 12, 2021
January 12, 2021
Property Owner: Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave.
Temple City Ca. 91780
Based on a recent inspection of the property listed above on January 12, 2021
the following Building Code violations are determined to be outstanding at the subject
address. These violations are deemed to be potentially hazardous or unhealthy to
human occupancy and as such the Building Official has posted 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 retrieving personal property. The property Owners
may not allow these guest rooms to be re -occupied until approved by the Building
Official.
Room 340
Violation 1- Missing or damaged smoke alarms.
Violation 2- Hazardous electrical receptacle- receptacle not grounded.
1-FCCorrective action #I-
FCL
Within 30 days the Property Owner must obtain a
permit to "restore guest room 340 to a habitable
condition, including restore smoke alarms to original
required condition and repair hazardous electrical
receptacle."
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Corrective action #2 -
Corrective action #3 -
Room 341
Within 45 days complete the required work as
described and secure City of Rosemead Inspections.
Do not allow or cause guest room 340 to be re-
occupied until approved by the Building Official.
Violation 1- Missing or damaged smoke alarms.
Violation 2- Hazardous electrical receptacle- grounded and un -grounded
conductors are reversed.
Corrective action #1- Within 30 days the Property Owner must obtain a
permit to "restore guest room 341 to a habitable
condition, including restore smoke alarms to original
required condition and repair hazardous electrical
receptacle."
Corrective action #2- Within 45 days complete the required work as
described and secure City of Rosemead Inspections.
Corrective action #3- Do not allow or cause guest roo3Fingg
a re-
occupied until approved by the9fficial
Room 342
Violation 1- Missing or damaged smoke alarms.
Corrective action #1- Within 30 days the Property Owner must obtain a
permit to "restore guest room 342 to a habitable
condition, including restore smoke alarms to original
required condition."
Corrective action #2- Within 45 days complete the required work as
described and secure City of Rosemead Inspections.
Corrective action #3- Do not allow or cause guest roo 34 o be re-
occupied until approved by the uilding Official.
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Room 344
Violation 1- Missing or damaged smoke alarms.
Corrective action #1- Within 30 days the Property Owner must obtain a
permit to "restore guest room 344 to a habitable
condition, including restore smoke alarms to original
required condition."
Corrective action #2- Within 45 days complete the required work as
described and secure City of Rosemead Inspections.
Corrective action #3- Do not allow or cause guest roo�be re-
occupied until approved by the Building Official.
A Compliance inspection will be conducted on February 16, 2021 at 2pm, or
earlier at the request of the Property Owner. Unless otherwise noted, all the listed
violations must be corrected as noted to avoid fines and penalties. Please feel free to
call me directly if there are any question regarding this notice.
Sincerely,
Brad�Frz_-, mann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
(626) 569-2130
(END)
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Attachment H
Building & Safety Division Notification of Code
Violation Dated February 17, 2021
MAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY Low
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN DANG
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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-
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 (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.
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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 held 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.
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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 # 800-014-036) 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,
Byadl lielamann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
(626) 569-2130
(END)
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Attachment I
Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection
Dated February 18, 2021
MAYOR:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MAYOR PRO TEM:
POLLY LOW
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MARGARET CLARK
SEAN DANG
STEVEN LY
Subject Property
Property Owner:
Notice Date
City of !Rgsemead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
NOTICE OF INSPECTION
2146 San Gabriel Blvd. Rosemead, Ca.
Friendly Inn Motel
Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave.
Temple City Ca. 91780
February 18, 2021
The City of Rosemead has been made aware that conditions may exist in some of the
guest rooms of the subject property which could be deemed as "unsafe" as defined by
the California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
102). As such, the Building Official for the City of Rosemead is obligated to examine the
premises for these alleged conditions, and pursuant to the California Building Code (as
amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section 104.2.3.1) the Building Official has
the authority to enter the subject premises upon reasonable notice.
This "Notice of Inspection" hereby serves as proper and reasonable notice that the
Building Official intends to inspect the following listed guest rooms on March 23, 2021 at
2PM (or sooner at the Property Owner's request):
Room 104
Room 106
Room 107
Room 213
Room 215
Room 219
Room 220
Room 223
Room 226
Room 230
Room 231
Room 332
Room 333
Room 336
Room 337
Room 338
Room 339
Room 350
(, Page 11
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The Property Owner must provide for safe and full access to each of the rooms listed at
the indicated time of inspection. Furthermore, due to COVID safety protocols each of
the rooms indicated must remain un -occupied during the inspections. The Property
Owners should plan accordingly on which rooms are rented each day so that the rooms
scheduled for inspection remain un -rented and un -occupied during the date and times
indicated. City representatives in attendance will ensure that all inspection activities will
be conducted in a manner to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 and will wear
face coverings and maintain social distance.
California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
104.2.3.4) declares that it is a violation for any person to fail or refuse authorized entry
to the Building Official for the purposes of inspection after reasonable notice of
inspection has been properly served. Failure to comply with this Notice could fully result
in criminal or civil penalty.
Questions or concerns regarding this notice should be directed to the Building Official
for the City of Rosemead.
Bradrlelimann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
8830 Valley Blvd. Rosemead, Ca. 91770
(626) 569-2130
(END)
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Attachment J
Building & Safety Division Notice of Inspection
Dated March 24, 2021
MAYOR:
POLLY LOW
MAYOR PRO TEM:
SEAN DANG
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MARGARET CLARK
STEVEN LY
City of W9semead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
NOTICE OF INSPECTION
Subject Property: 2146 San Gabriel Blvd. Rosemead, Ca. fi-kica,e"
Friendly Inn Motel
CL
Property Owner: Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave. V
Temple City Ca. 91780
Notice Date: March 24, 2021
The City of Rosemead has been made aware that conditions may exist in some of the
guest rooms of the subject property which could be deemed as "unsafe" as defined by
the California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
102). As such, the Building Official for the City of Rosemead is obligated to examine the
premises for these alleged conditions, and pursuant to the California Building Code (as
amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section 104.2.3.1) the Building Official has
the authority to enter the subject premises upon reasonable notice.
This "Notice of Inspection" hereby serves as proper and reasonable notice that the
Building Official intends to inspect the following listed guest rooms on May 12, 2021 at
11 AM (or sooner at the Property Owner's request):
Room 213 Room 215 Room 219
Room 220 Room 336
The Property Owner must provide for safe and full access to each of the rooms listed at
the indicated time of inspection. Furthermore, due to COVID safety protocols each of
the rooms indicated must remain un -occupied during the inspections. The Property
Owners should plan accordingly on which rooms are rented each day so that the rooms
scheduled for inspection remain un -rented and un -occupied during the date and times
indicated. City representatives in attendance will ensure that all inspection activities will
be conducted in a manner to reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 and will wear
face coverings and maintain social distance.
California Building Code (as amended by Los Angeles County Title 26- Section
104.2.3.4) declares that it is a violation for any person to fail or refuse authorized entry
to the Building Official for the purposes of inspection after reasonable notice of
inspection has been properly served. Failure to comply with this Notice could fully result
in criminal or civil penalty.
Questions or concerns regarding this notice should be directed to the Building Official
for the City of Rosemead.
Brad:T ielimann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
8830 Valley Blvd. Rosemead, Ca. 91770
(626) 569-2130
(END)
Attachment K
Building & Safety Division Supplemental
Notification of Building Code Violation
Dated April 1, 2021
MAYOR:
POLLY Low
MAYOR PRO TEM:
SEAN DANG
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
SANDRA ARMENTA
MARGARET CLARK
STEVEN LY
City of W9semead
8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD P.O BOX 399
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA 91770
TELEPHONE (626) 569-2100
FAX (626) 307-9218
SUPPLEMENTAL NOTIFICATION OF BUILDING CODE VIOLATION
Violation Address: 2146 San Gabriel Blvd.
Case # CE 21-0043
Violation Date: on or before March 24, 2021
Notice Date: April 1, 2021
Property Owner: Jung Huang Chen & Li Yuan T. Chen
9433 Garibaldi Ave.
Temple City Ca. 91780
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Based on inspections of the property listed above on Mar �2, 021, 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.
2�7
This Supplemental Notice is in addition to prior Notices issued by the B , ing
Division and only addresses violations of the building codes found on Mar 24 021.
Other agencies including the City of Rosemead Planning Division, City of Rosemead
Code Enforcement Division, Los Angeles County Fire Department, and the Los Angeles
County Health Department are also conducting their own independent enforcement of
the laws and codes under their authority.
NOTICE OF NON-COMPLIANCE- Guest room numbers 213, 215, 219, 220, and 336
were occupied at the scheduled inspection date and time, in violation of the "Notice of
Inspection" issued on February 18, 2021 which gave proper and legal notice that these
rooms were not to be occupied but were to be made available for a full inspection. As
such, a "non-compliance fee" in the amount of $357.30 has been assessed and must be
paid to the Building Division prior to any inspection requests.
Room 904 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 906 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 907— (Inspector
D. Hernandez)
Violation 1-
Dry -rot or termite damage at front door.
Violation 2-
Heater not working and/or in unsanitary condition.
Violation 3-
Carpets damaged and/or unsanitary.
Violation 4-
Receptacles loose and/or mis-wired.
Violation 5-
Light fixtures missing covers.
Violation 6- Bathroom supply fan not fully functional.
Violation 7- Phone missing or non -operational.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 293 (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied- not available for inspection.
Room status at close of inspection- Undetermined.
Room 215 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied- not available for inspection.
Room status at close of inspection- Undetermined.
Room 219 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied- not available for inspection.
Room status at close of inspection- Undetermined.
Room 220 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Room occupied- not available for inspection.
Room status at close of inspection- Undetermined.
Room 223— (Inspector
B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Dry -rot or termite damage at front door.
Violation 2-
Window not in working condition.
Violation 3-
Receptacles loose and/or mis-wired.
Violation 4-
Light fixtures missing covers.
Violation 5-
Bathroom supply fan not fully functional.
Violation 6-
Phone missing or non -operational.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 226 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 226 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 229 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 230 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Violation 2- Door number mis-marked (shows room #109)
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 231— (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Window not in working condition.
Violation 2-
Carpets damaged or unsanitary
Violation 3-
Receptacles loose and/or mis-wired near HVAC.
Violation 4-
Hot/ Neutral reversed on bathroom receptacle.
Violation 5-
Damaged formica countertop- not water resistant.
Violation 6-
missing light bulbs in fixtures.
Violation 7-
broken mirror.
Violation 8-
baseboards loose/ not sealed behind toilet.
Violation 9-
recessed light broken.
Violation 10-
missing box cover behind TV.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 332 — (Inspector D. Hernandez)
Violation 1- Dry -rot or termite damage at front door.
Violation 2- Receptacles loose and/or mis-wired.
Violation 3- Light fixtures missing covers.
Violation 4- Bathroom supply fan not fully functional.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 333 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Missing room number (#3_3).
Violation 2- Bathroom supply fan not fully functional.
Room status at close of inspection- OK to Occupy.
Room 336 — (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Room occupied- not available for inspection.
Room status at close of inspection- Undetermined.
Room 337— (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Smoke alarm not functioning
Violation 2- Phone not working
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 338- (inspector
B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
HVAC not functioning and/or unsanitary.
Violation 2-
Mis-wired receptacle left of HVAC.
Violation 3-
missing bulb in bathroom light fixture.
Violation 4-
bathroom supply fan not fully functioning.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 339- (Inspector B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1- Multiple deficiencies due to repairs in progress.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 344- (Inspector
B. Fliehmann)
Violation 1-
Window not in working condition.
Violation 2-
Missing receptacle cover.
Violation 3-
Missing light bulbs in fixtures.
Violation 4-
phone missing/ not working.
Violation 5-
no caulking at base of tub.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
Room 350 - (Inspector
D. Hernandez)
Violation 1-
HVAC not functioning and/or unsanitary.
Violation 2-
Receptacles loose and/or mis-wired near HVAC.
Violation 3-
Light fixtures missing covers.
Violation 4-
Smoke alarm missing/ not functioning.
Violation 5-
Bathroom supply fan not fully functional.
Violation 6-
Phone not operational or missing.
Room status at close of inspection- Yellow tag (do not occupy).
ROOM STATUS SUMMARY;
Clear to occupy- 102, 103, 108. 109, 111, 212, 214, 216, 217, 333,
334, 335, 340, 341, 342, 343, 345, 346, 347, 348,
349.
Yellow tagged (do not occupy)- 104, 105, 106, 107, 110, 218, 221, 222, 223, 224,
225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 331, 332, 337,
338, 339, 344, 350.
Rooms not yet inspected- 213, 215, 219, 220, 336.
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS REQUIRED:
Corrective action #1- On or before May12, 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 April 6, 2021).
Corrective action #2- Complete all work required to restore all "yellow
tagged" units to a habitable condition on or before
May 12, 2021, and secure final inspections from the
City of Rosemead Building Division.
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A follow up inspection is scheduled f Mar - 2, 2021 at 1 1A to check for
compliance with corrective action #1 and #2 as well as all other corrective action items
on previous Notices. 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,
Brad:Tlzelimann
Building Official (Contract)
City of Rosemead
Building and Safety Department
(626) 569-2130
(END)
Attachment L
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Inspection Reports
OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
+ +,i COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
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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
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ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
Emall 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
Action: REINSPECTION REQUIRED
FA: FA0150262PR:
N/A
SR: N/A
CO:
000264885
PE: 2423
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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.
B. 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 I Base I
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/Fum(shings (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.
PIC/Owner Signature
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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
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City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: N/A
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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 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, shelvin s, 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-furnlshed/ 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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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
+i COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
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City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: NIA —FCT
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OVERALL INSPECTION COMMENTS
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.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 belowthe Person in Charge/Owner understands the above noted violations and statements.
PIC/Owner Signature
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EHS Signature
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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/DebrisMaste - 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 1st floor.
OVERALL INSPECTION COMMENTS
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.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 belowthe Person in Charge/Owner understands the above noted violations and statements.
PIC/Owner Signature
DIOSDADO YAP
EHS Signature
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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
+I +! COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ♦ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. a CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
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Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
City/Zip: ROSEMEAD, CA 91770-364
Phone #:
FA: FA0150262
PR: N/A
SR: NIA
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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 Slate Revenue and Taxation Code off. 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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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
CltylZip:
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
Tlme 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
5R: N/A
CO:
000264885
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.
Appliances
Violation: Appliances - 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 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.
Bedding
Violation: Bedding - 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 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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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
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Inspection Date: 1/21/2021
Facility Address: 2146 SAN GABRIEL BLVD
Clty2ip: 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. su lied beddin furniture, counters, cabinets, vanities, shelvin s, etc. shall be
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Vanities,
maintained in good condition or repair. 11.20.160; 11.20.170; 11.20.340
Shelving, eta
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
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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OFFICIAL INSPECTION REPORT
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OFFICE: HOUSING AND INST. ♦ CHIEF: PATRICK CHUN
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Faclllty 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
uniYapartmenttroom. 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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Attachment M
CUP 88-447 Conditions of Approval
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
Attachment N
Written Public Comments
From:
Erik
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
Regarding Public Hearing of the Friendly Inn (April 5)
Date:
Sunday, March 28, 20215:51:12 PM
Attachments:
Video 4.mov
Leak Vid 3.mov
Leak Vid l.mov
Leak Vid 2.rn
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
The issues:
-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.
Thank you,
Eric
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From: Erik
To: Public Comment
Subject: In Regards to Friendly Inn
Date: Sunday, April 4, 2021 10:29:27 PM
Hello, this is Eric again, next door to the Friendly Inn. I forgot to add in my previous email
that there is also possible prostitution that had been happening in the inn too. I was reminded
of that while talking to the neighbors. So there is the issue of drugs, violence, gangs, and
prostitution with this inn due to being so cheap, that it attracts all sorts of unwanted people.
This only brings more problems to our neighborhood.
Thanks,
Eric
From: Anthony Tran
To: Public Comment
Subject: Case No.: Modification (MOD) 21-01 Regarding Friendly Inn
Date: Tuesday, March 30, 20216:30:58 PM
Hello,
I am writing this letter regarding the motel (Friendly Inn) on 2146 San Gabriel Blvd.
I 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.
From:
JESSE SONG
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
Fwd: Letter for Friendly Inn Comments
Date:
Sunday, April 4, 20217:45:46 PM
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: Patricia Song
Date: April 4 2021 at 2:39:42 PM PDT
To: Dad
Subject: Letter for Friendly Inn Comments
to: publiccommentnciteofrosemead.org
subject: Comments for Case No.: Modification (MOD) 21-01 - Friendly Inn, 2146
San Gabriel Blvd
To the Rosemead Planning Commission,
We would like to provide inputs and public comments for the Friendly Inn public
hearing but are unable to attend the meeting. Our comments are as follow:
As long-time neighbors of Friendly Inn, we would like to provide our comments
regarding the recent activities and events that have taken place at Friendly Inn.
The recent public safety issues surrounding Friendly Inn and those staying there
are of great concern to the neighborhood. We hope that the city can help the
owners of the property develop a safer environment at the Inn and in the
neighboring area. We have, in the past year, experienced burglaries, porch -
pirating, and trespassers in the area. We hope to be able to work together with the
City and Friendly Inn in improving public safety and quality of life in the area.
However, we also believe it is important to note that we value the presence of
Friendly Inn and do not support any plans that would involve modifying or
changing the property into higher -density housing. While we understand the need
to address any housing supply and demand issues, we are strongly against any
plan that may affect the housing values and already affected quality of life in the
neighborhood. We believe modifying the safety and security requirements and
developing a sustainable and concrete facility improvement plan can help resolve
the existing public safety issues at Friendly Inn.
Thank you.
From: Lauraaam19
To: Public Comment
Subject: REMOTE PUBLIC COMMENT RE: FRIENDLY INN (MOTEL)
Date: Monday, April 5, 20212:27:53 PM
We are residents of Rosemead, CA and we received a Notice of Public Hearing on Case No.:
MODIFICATION (MOD) 21-01. We live here for many years and things have changed a great deal since
the operations going on at Friendly Inn. There have been numerous Firemen calls and ambulances at
the said property and not very long ago even death in front of the motel. It is known that there are drug
dealings and most likely sex trafficking going on in that facility as we notice suspicious loitering of people
around the vicinity at dusk and even during the day and late at nights. There is a public Elementary
School down the road on Graves Avenue and these illegal activities are not safe for the children living in
this community. We see some kids walking home alone without adult supervision and passing through
the motel. It is not safe for the kids to be walking by themselves, or even playing on the streets
surrounding this motel due to this illegal activities going on. It is not a healthy environment anymore
because of transients coming and going in that motel. There have been incidents of houses broken into
in this community as well.
Because of these problems we are witnessing and happening in our community, we sincerely request that
this Friendly Inn (motel) be shut down due to illegal activities going on and it is not safe for the children
and everyone else living in this community. We believe that this is in violation of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) GUIDELINES.
We pray that the City of Rosemead shall keep our community safe and clean and would only permit
business establishments who operate under the CEQA guidelines and all establishments be subject for
regular inspections relating to their activities for the safety of our community.
Respectfully,
Residents of Rosemead
Attachment O
Planning Commission Staff Report
Dated April 5, 2021
ROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: APRIL 5, 2021
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION 21-01
2146 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
SUMMARY
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 Sheriff's 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).
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
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.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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" attached hereto.
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PROPERTY HISTORY AND DESCRIPTION
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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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 Sheriffs 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 Sheriffs 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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MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIREMENTS
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:
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Lily Valenzuela
Planning & Economic Development Manager
Submitted by:
Angelica Frausto-Lupo
Director of Community Development
EXHIBITS:
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)
Attachment P
Planning Commission Minutes
Dated April 5, 2021
Minutes of the
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
April 5, 2021
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order by Chair Lopez at 7:25 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Commissioner Tang
INVOCATION — Commissioner Leung
ROLL CALL — Commissioners Berry, Leung, Tang, and Chair Lopez
STAFF PRESENT — City Attorney Thuyen, Director of Community Development Frausto-Lupo, Assistant City Manager Kim,
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela, Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong, Building Official Fliehmann, and
Commission Liaison Huang
EXPLANATION OF HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS
City Attorney Thuyen presented the procedure and appeal rights of the meeting.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Then; being no comments, Chair Lopez opened and closed the Public Comment period.
3. " PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (MCA) 21.01 — The proposed Residential Small Lot Ordinance ("Small Lot
Ordinance") amends various sections of the Rosemead Municipal Code Title 17 ("Zoning") by defining and
establishing standards to allow the construction of homes on small lots with fee -simple ownership in the R-3
("Medium Multiple Residential') zone. The Small Lot Ordinance creates incentives for infill residential development
in areas zoned for multi -family to spur more fee -simple housing production and will not increase the allowed
density permitted in the R-3 zone. The goal is to create new homeownership opportunities compared to that of
traditional single-family homes or condominiums.
PC RESOLUTION 21.04 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 998 FOR THE APPROVAL OF MCA 21-01, AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING DEFINITION FOR SMALL LOT AND AMENDING THE
DEFINITION FOR LOT AREA TO SECTION 17.04.050; AMENDING SECTION 17.12.010.0 TO INCLUDE SMALL
LOT SUBDIVISION IN THE R-3 ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF 17.12.020
INCLUDING TABLE 17.12.020.1 PERTAINING TO RESIDENTIAL USES AND SMALL LOT SUBDIVISION;
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF 17.12.030 INCLUDING TABLE 17.12.030.1 PERTAINING TO
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS INCLUDING SMALL LOT SUBDIVISION; ADDING SECTION
17.12.030.B.2.g FOR SMALL LOT SUBDIVISION IN THE R-3 ZONING DISTRICT; AMENDING SECTION
17.136.030.A TO ADD SMALL LOT SUBDIVISION IN SITE PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW REQUIREMENT
STAFF RECOMMENDATION - It is recommended that the Planning Commission:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony; and
2. ADOPT Resolution No. 21-04 with findings, a resolution recommending that the City Council ADOPT Ordinance
No. 998 for the approval of MCA 21-01.
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Assistant City Manager Kim presented the Staff Report. He recommended that the Planning Commission conduct a public
hearing and receive public testimony; and ADOPT Resolution No. 21-04 with findings, a resolution recommending that the
City Council ADOPT Ordinance No. 998 for the approval of MCA 21-01.
Commissioner Berry asked what other cities are implementing this, and what are the benefits other than owning a part of the
land.
Assistant City Manager Kim replied the City of Los Angeles started this Small Lot Subdivision, which was adopted in 2005.
Subsequently after that, various other cities such as Westminster, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Burbank have adopted a similar
type of ordinance, and cities such as Orange and Pomona are also in the process for review. He explained that traditionally,
condominiums would mandate a property owner to join a Homeowner Association (HOA). It could be costly for homeowners
as there are fees required to be part of a HOA, in addition to their mortgage. This implementation will help save each
homeowner a fee into the HOA itself.
Chair Lopez asked if we received any public comments.
Commission Liaison Huang replied no public comment was received for this item.
City Attorney Thuyen confirmed that there are no members of the public on the phone who would like to speak on this item
There being no public comment, Chair Lopez closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Tang welcomed and thanked Assistant City Manager Kim for the staff report. He stated, Commissioner Vuong
was initially on the Housing Development Subcommittee and attended the first meeting, and subsequently, he attended the
second meeting. He added that when they walked through the small lot subdivision presentation at the Housing Development
Subcommittee meeting, he thought this was a nice tool to encourage development and build homes for residents to live in
Rosemead. He expressed that this is the innovative and creative thinking needed to address the housing and development
needs in our community, and if successful, he believes other cities in the San Gabriel Valley would also follow.
Commissioner Berry asked if this is specifically for the small lot sizes with a few units
Assistant City Manager Kim replied if you were to physically view the project itself, you would not be able to see the
difference between a small lot subdivision and a traditional two- or three-story townhome project as they both look and
function very similarly. He added, the only difference is that there is a little gap between each unit, and each individual unit
sits on its own foundation and there is no attachment between the units themselves. He also added, the physical gap
establishes a property line between the individual units and physically, it would be difficult to distinguish a small lot
subdivision versus a traditional townhome project.
Commissioner Berry inquired if there are any special amenities like a traditional townhome project, or if it is simply a
driveway and a couple of small homes, where they can own the land underneath as well.
Assistant City Manager Kim concurred, owning the land will provide fee ownership of the property, and if a homeowner was
looking at creating value to their purchase, there are substantial benefits of owning the land versus going into a townhome,
where you own the building but do not own the property in fee. He said, in title, the homeowner owns the property in fee
versus traditional condominiums.
Commissioner Tang stated that it does not have to be small homes on the lot, it can be one- or two-story traditional
townhomes.
Assistant City Manager Kim clarified that the home is not small. The lot itself is traditionally small with a standard sized home
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Chair Lopez asked what the size of each unit will be.
Assistant City Manager Kim stated it would depend on the size of the project, but it would be a .typical townhome size,
ranging from 1,200 sq ft to 1,800 sq ft.
ACTION: Commissioner Tang made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Berry, to:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony; and
2. ADOPT Resolution No. 21-04 with findings, a resolution recommending that the City Council ADOPT Ordinance No. 998
for the approval of MCA 21-01.
Vote resulted in:
Ayes: Bert', Leung, Lopez, and Tang
Noes None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Roll call vote resulted in 4 Ayes and 0 Noes.
B. MODIFICATION (MOD) 21 -01 - On February 6, 1989, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit
88-447 (CUP 88447), 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 Public Safety
Department (Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department and Code Enforcement Division), Building and Safety
Division, Planning Division, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, and Los Angeles County Fire
Department, the City is initiating a modification to CUP 88-447 by modifying the conditions of approval to include
operational conditions and a security system for the motel (Friendly Inn).
PC RESOLUTION 21.02 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING 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. THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2146 SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD, IN A MEDIUM COMMERCIAL (C-3) ZONE (APN: 5283-036-032)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION - It is recommended that the Planning Commission ADOPT Resolution No. 21-02
with findings, and APPROVE MOD 21-01, subject to the 21 conditions.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela presented the Staff Report. She recommended that the Planning
Commission adopt Resolution No. 21-02 with findings, and approve MOD 21-01, subject to the 21 conditions.
Commissioner Tang asked how many rooms are available if the motel is at a hundred percent capacity and what is the
definition of motel use in our Municipal Code.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied 50 rooms would be occupied at a hundred percent capacity.
She added the requirements for a motel use is listed in Section 17.30.130, which defines the minimum numbers of rooms,
and the minimum requirements that a motel should have; anything under 50 rooms would typically be considered a motel.
Commissioner Tang asked if there is a limit to the duration of stay, and how is it different from a short-term rental
or a hotel use.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied according to our Code, it is 30 days. Short-term rental is not
permitted in the City, and a hotel use must submit transient occupancy tax.
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Commissioner Tang asked if there is transient occupancy tax for motel use and asked if the City conducts an audit on their
tax or transient occupancy tax.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied yes, there is a transient occupancy tax and believes the City
does collect from them.
Commissioner Tang mentioned the Staff Report stated that the owners do not maintain records of guests that stay and
suggested the City address this by conducting an annual audit to ensure their records are maintained. Commissioner Tang
asked if a guest maximized their allowed 30-day stay, could they leave for a day, and come back to stay for an additional 30
days.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied the Code does have requirements for extended days; the
applicant (business owner) must apply for an extended stay in their CUP if they want guests to stay more than 30
consecutive days.
Commissioner Tang asked if they stay for 30 consecutive days, leave, and come back, would that restart it to 30 consecutive
days again? He indicated that this could be a loophole.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela asked to address the next question while she reviews the transient
occupancy tax and 30-day occupancy requirements.
Commissioner Berry asked if there are any issues with similar hotels or motels in disrepair, not keeping-up to code, etc., and
what are we doing about those.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela answered we did not encounter any issues in terms of planning and
zoning requirements with the other hotels. She added the Chief of Police is on the line to address any crime issues.
Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong stated as far as he is aware, there are no other motels or hotels in the City with anything
near the crime activities that the Friendly Inn has had.
Chair Lopez asked if they are still in operation.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela answered yes, the Friendly Inn is open, but is not operating with full
capacity.
Chair Lopez asked even with the modification, how will Friendly Inn get things straightened out. He indicated that they have
not followed the rules for years, what is our plans with them to get things straightened out.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela responded that the Chief of Police recommended several security
measures, and with these security measures, it would help alleviate the crime activities. Regarding the violation from the
Planning, Building and Safety and the Code Enforcement Division, they are working closely with the business owner to
ensure all violations are corrected. In the original Conditional Use Permit (CUP), they did not have many operational
conditions of approval. She added the City initiated the modification with these conditions to correct these issues.
Chair Lopez asked if the business owner is willing to make these changes.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela indicated that the business owner is on the line to speak.
Chair Lopez noted he would like to hear from the business owner and said there is still violence going on even with a few of
the rooms closed. He added that he understands the owner is trying to make some changes, but how will the City go about
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making these changes?
City Attorney Thuyen provided a background that this motel was operated awhile back before there were some extensive
regulations and there was a CUP issued. That CUP did not have a lot of operational conditions and a part of the purpose
here is to have a more specific expectation and standards for this motel use to operate in the manner that is safer and more
organized. He said it would be the first step which gives the City some remedies in terms of enforcing CUP or impose citation
if there are additional violations. He added there are more specific standards, and hopefully with the condition of approval,
some of the health and public safety issues that were presented from the previous operation would be addressed. He also
added staff is suggesting first to do a modification for the CUP, so we can have more specificity as to what the expectations
are for motel operation. He continued that if there are violations, more standards can be enforced again.
Chair Lopez asked if the modification passes, will the business close their operation to make these changes, or will it be an
ongoing process which they will clean up as people are still staying there?
City Attorney Thuyen suggested deferring to staff. He added that these things do not happen overnight and takes a little time
to get everything worked out, but this is a start and there will be some more specific regulations that can help reach our end
goal.
Chair Lopez answered very good.
Referring to Commissioner Tang's question about the transient occupancy tax, Planning & Economic Development Manager
Valenzuela referred to Municipal Code Section 5.42.030 — "Letting rooms in excess of thirty days prohibited". She read, "No
rooms shall be rented to persons whose occupancy exceeds thirty (30) consecutive days or exceeds thirty (30) days in any
sixty (60) consecutive day period, unless such extended occupancy is authorized pursuant to a conditional use permit as
provided in Section 17.112.030. This provision shall not apply to a maximum of one unit per motel or hotel complex
designated for a manager's occupancy."
Commissioner Tang thanked Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela for the clarification.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela provided the definition of a motel. She read, "Motel means one or
more buildings containing guest rooms without kitchen facilities, some or all of which have a separate entrance leading
directly from the outside of the building designed and used as rental for temporary or overnight accommodations for guests
and are offered primarily to automobile tourists or transients, with garages or parking spaces conveniently located to each
room or unit."
Chair Lopez and Commissioner Tang thanked Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela.
There being no public comment, Chair Lopez opened and closed the Public Hearing.
Representative Mr. Andrew Chen spoke on behalf of his mother, Mrs. Li Yuen Chen, who is the business owner of Friendly
Inn and presented his statement. He stated the motel has been a part of his family for over 30 years, and ownership was
transferred to his mother 23 years ago. He expressed how his family has operated and maintained this business relatively
smoothly for a few decades. However, recent events have led to certain issues they are eager to address. He along with his
mother, reviewed the Staff Report for Modification (MOD) 21-01 and went through all the conditions listed and stated they do
not have issues complying with the majority of the conditions. However, there are a few requirements he would like to
discuss. He addressed Ordinance No. 604, Item N, which stated rooms are not allowed refrigerators. Mr. Chen stated they
would like to comply with the latest Municipal Code Section 5.42.140, which allows a small refrigerator for drinks. He added,
a few of the modifications requested by the Chief of Police are not financially feasible. He expressed that installing a new
surveillance system would be beneficial to the business and the community, however, adding ten (10) cameras on each floor
is excessive. He indicated the first floor has much fewer rooms than the upper two quarters, and even then, he does not see
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areas to install no more than 7 cameras for each floor. He spoke with Planning & Economic Development Manager
Valenzuela to request the Chief of Police stop by the motel, so he can help determine which location makes sense to install
the cameras. Other than that, had no other any issues with the other camera requirements from the Chief of Police. The
second issue he addressed was the requirement of armed security guards. He understands the Chief of Police's concern to
have armed security guards on site, however, he stated it is not financially feasible to maintain two -armed security guards 24
hours a day. He was quoted for $25 per hour for each armed security guard, which adds up to $1,200.per day. In their
current state, they have rooms which are yellowed tagged and are currently in the process of doing a large-scale renovation,
so daily income is less than $600. He stated at full,capacity, it would bring in $3,250 per day. Mr. Chen emphasized as a
small business, allocating over a third of their total income is not financially feasible, which leaves their business with no
profit margin. He said they are eager to find a solution that works for the business, the City, and the community. They are
currently remodeling all the rooms and have eliminated and blacklisted undesirable guests. He added their goal is to improve
their standing in the community and rebuild a good relationship with neighbors and expressed they will do whatever it takes
to comply with these modifications. He requested that the feasibility of these mandates is taken into consideration.
Commissioner Leung asked what the business is going to do differently to make sure record keeping is accurate and present
compared to the past.
Mr. Chen replied they train their employees to take down all guests' card and license information. They are trying to keep
track of all the vehicles and will have employees check the customers' license plate information and all the things required by
the City.
Commissioner Leung asked when the business blacklists someone, is it based on their legal California ID and database for
reference? How do you blacklist a person?
Mr. Chen replied they do not have any criminal records or information on probation or parole. He stated it is based on
previous experience whether they destroyed a room or are not a good guest. They created a list which staff references.
Commissioner Tang questioned how many employees are employed.
Mr. Chen replied six employees.
Commissioner Tang questioned employee roles.
Mr. Chen stated four at the front desk staff and two housekeepers.
Commissioner Tang questioned the business hours?
.Mr. Chen stated the business is open 24 -hours and they always have someone at the front desk.
Commissioner Tang questioned if a guest stops by at midnight, would you check the guest in?
Mr. Chen stated that if a guest comes in at midnight, they can still be checked in.
Commissioner Tang noted he is aware that the business wants to make improvements on the property, and added we only
have criminal records for the past three years and mentioned how Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela
reported there has been 237 calls to your location. He questioned if the Sheriffs comes to the motel 79 times per year, if that
raises any concern to address these issues.
Mr. Chen explained how some of the calls were incidents that happened outside the motel, such as occurrences that
happened around the intersection. He added, he is aware that there is a lot of calls but not all calls were related•to their
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guests, and they are trying their best to make it a better place.
Commissioner Tang mentioned he is aware that there are activities that occur outside their property boundaries. He
mentioned how he lives very close to the Friendly Inn and notices crime activities are rampant in this area - discarded
alcoholic containers, cigarette buds, and people riding bikes and skateboards in the middle of the night. He added that a lot
of the patrons go through the residential streets to go to the Friendly Inn. He also added, these occurrences are not included
on the statistics listed on the Staff Report and stated their business impacts the neighborhood.
Commissioner Berry asked Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong how many incidents were associate with guests of the motel.
Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong responded based on the crime report listed in the Staff Report, none of those involved
incidents that occurred somewhere else (where someone walks to the Friendly Inn to report the crime). He said all the
incidents outlined in the Staff Report are incidents that occurred directly at Friendly Inn and involves the guests or their
friends that are staying with them. Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong emphasized that two murders have occurred at this
single location. He added that he was assigned to Temple Station since December of 2013, and during the past 7 years,
there has not been a single location in the City of Rosemead that has had two murders occur. He also pointed out that there
have been multiple other shootings and if those victims died, it would have been six murders to date. He added, aside from
what is listed in the crime report, he recently had a conversation with a mother who lives right down the street. She had
communicated with him that due to the clientele that this establishment has brought to the City, she cannot walk her children
down the street. Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong emphasized that this area has gotten bad and urges the recommendations
he put forth to help make the City a bit safer.
Commissioner Berry asked Mr. Chen who oversees the six employees and what is his role in the business.
Mr. Chen responded that his mother oversees the six employees. He assists with the maintenance at the establishment, and
he works somewhere else.
Chair Lopez opened the public comment period.
Commission Liaison Huang stated four public comments were received.
Community Development Director Frausto-Lupo read the public comments:
1. Public Comment received on March 28th via email from Eric Wu:
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.
The issues:
-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 places everywhere. We have called the inn many times
to resolve this issue, but they did not.
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-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. Thank you.
Second email received on April 5fih from Eric Wu:
Hello, this is Eric again, next door to the Friendly Inn. I forgot to add in my previous email that there is also possible
prostitution that had been happening in the inn too. I was reminded of that while talking to the neighbors. So there is
the issue of drugs, violence, gangs, and prostitution with this inn due to being so cheap, that it attracts all sorts of
unwanted people. This only brings more problems to our neighborhood. Thank you.
2. Public Comment received on March 30th via email from Anthony Tran:
Hello,
I am writing this letter regarding the motel (Friendly Inn) on 2146 San Gabriel Blvd. I 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 shootout 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.
3. Public Comment received on April 4th via email from Patricia Song:
To the Rosemead Planning Commission,
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We would like to provide inputs and public comments for the Friendly Inn public hearing but are unable to attend the
meeting. Our comments are as follow:
As long-time neighbors of Friendly Inn, we would like to provide our comments regarding the recent activities and
events that have taken place at Friendly Inn. The recent public safety issues surrounding Friendly Inn and those
staying there are of great concern to the neighborhood. We hope that the city can help the owners of the property
develop a safer environment at the Inn and in the neighboring area. We have, in the past year, experienced
burglaries, porch -pirating, and trespassers in the area. We hope to be able to work together with the City and
Friendly Inn in improving public safety and quality of life in the area.
However, we also believe it is important to note that we value the presence of Friendly Inn and do not support any
plans that would involve modifying or changing the property into higher -density housing. While we understand the
need to address any housing supply and demand issues, we are strongly against any plan that may affect the
housing values and already affected quality of life in the neighborhood. We believe modifying the safety and security
requirements and developing a sustainable and concrete facility improvement plan can help resolve the existing
public safety issues at Friendly Inn.
Thank you.
4. Public Comment received on April 5th via email from Lauragam19:
We are residents of Rosemead, CA and we received a Notice of Public Hearing on Case No.: MODIFICATION
(MOD) 21-01. We live here for many years and things have changed a great deal since the operations going on at
Friendly Inn. There have been numerous Firemen calls and ambulances at the said property and not very long ago
even death in front of the motel. It is known that there are drug dealings and most likely sex trafficking going on in
that facility as we notice suspicious loitering of people around the vicinity at dusk and even during the day and late
at nights. There is a public Elementary School down the road on Graves Avenue and these illegal activities are not
safe for the children living in this community. We see some kids walking home alone without adult supervision and
passing through the motel. It is not safe for the kids to be walking by themselves, or even playing on the streets
surrounding this motel due to this illegal activities going on. It is not a healthy environment anymore because of
transients coming and going in that motel. There have been incidents of houses broken into in this community as
well.
Because of these problems we are witnessing and happening in our community, we sincerely request that this
Friendly Inn (motel) be shut down due to illegal activities going on and it is not safe for the children and everyone
else living in this community. We believe that this is in violation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
guidelines.
We pray that the City of Rosemead shall keep our community safe and clean and would only permit business
establishments who operate under the CEQA guidelines and all establishments be subject for regular inspections
relating to their activities for the safety of our community.
Respectfully, Residents of Rosemead
Chair Lopez closed public comments period.
Commissioner Tang shared his comments and stated how this topic is very close to home, and shared similar experiences
along with his fellow neighbors in the neighborhood. He said in full disclosure, he lives within the community, about 1,500 ft
away from the establishment. Just down the street, less than a 1,000 ft away from the business is Rice Elementary School
and if the school was in full operation, you can see there are kids and families that comes through Graves Avenue and San
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Gabriel Boulevard all the time. He expressed his stance in supporting businesses in Rosemead and wants to see them
thrive, but unfortunately, we come across a case where businesses along major corridors abut residential communities. If it
synchronizes well, the business and the residential community can live symbiotically, but there are times where there are
certain negative impacts that a business can have in its surrounding neighborhood. In this case, this business has had a
tremendous negative impact on the surround community. Based on the Staff Report, there are 237 calls and two murders;
the ultimate crime that can happen in a community and that is not including the number of crimes in and around that
community. He added, from an anecdotal perspective, that he has had his car broken into twice; on two occasions and both
overnight. As he walks his kids around the neighborhood, he often discovers discarded alcoholic beverage containers, and
numerous amounts of cigarette buds. He refers to an incident where his neighbor across the street was yelling at someone at
2:00 a.m. that hopped over their fence to look in his house from the back yard. He expresses his fears and concern for this
matter as he also has two daughters and a family that he lives with. The police were called, and the suspect was
apprehended, and that case would not show up in the Staff Report as one of the many incidents that occurred. From an
anecdotal perspective, this could happen in any community but what he has seen is that Friendly Inn has drawn those kinds
of people into the community, and they would often be the ones who commit these crimes. He also added, there are people
who ride their bikes and skateboards in the middle of the night which is alarming.
Commissioner Tang questioned the consequences of a business that is in violation of a CUP or a business permit.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela responded the City has a revocation process for Conditional Use
Permits (CUP) and indicated that the City can revoke a CUP if necessary.
Commissioner Tang expressed how the business is fortunate to operate this long without any revocation of their CUP. He
added, as he reviews the Staff Report, he thought that two -armed security guards were not sufficient, there should be one
per floor, one in the parking lot, and maybe one in the front to check in the guests. Commissioner Tang recommended going
above the suggested proposal and requiring two additional armed security guards to be stationed in the lot, if the
Commissioners are willing to adopt these proposed amendments or even propose to revoke their business permit.
Chair Lopez referred the question to City Attorney Thuyen,
City Attorney Thuyen reminded the Commissioners that for this item, there is a recommendation from staff to modify the CUP
to ensure a list of requirements for the business to operate to address the health and safety issues heard from the public and
through public comments. He said, for the first portion, that would be considered a business license issue and that is
separate from the item discussed tonight and advised the Commission not to engage in further discussion. He added, the
second part of whether to revoke is a part of the reason staff has suggested the modification because the existing conditions
in the CUP are baring. He also added this new set of modified conditions provides a lot more operational standards that are
intended to address some of the public safety issues that staff has presented in the Staff Report and heard of in the public
comments. Furthermore, he said adding additional conditions is permissible if that is the will of the Commission, but the only
requirement would be the land use permit, which we would have to demonstrate a nexus between the public safety impact
issues identified by this land use and connect it with the conditions we wanted to add. He stated, if we do have those, he
asked staff to comment on whether those additional conditions would help assist the public safety issues and other land use
related impact identified in the Staff Report for the record. He concluded that the Commission could articulate additional
conditions and draw a connection between the impact of the land use and the additional conditions we want to impose, then
we can add it as part of this modification.
Commissioner Tang stated his rational behind the proposal. He said that if you are seeing this level of criminal activity and
you want to put armed security guards, you need to make it clear to someone that wants to come to this place of business
and wants to conduct criminal activities, that there are four -armed security guards, and this is not a place where they can do
something like that. He points out, there has been two murders and the Chief of Police has not encountered a business that
has two murders on site. He added,'he does not believe two -armed security guards would be sufficient; they have 50 rooms,
three levels, plus a large parking lot which is not enough coverage territory for two -armed guards to cover at full capacity.
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Commissioner Berry asked Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong to comment whether they should require the extra security
guards.
Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong elaborated on his initial proposal. He believed that having two -armed security guards to be
stationed in the parking lot 24 -hours a day, seven days a week would be the absolute bare minimum and pointed out it would
have to be in pairs. He added it is safer to have two additional security guards roam the motel as perimeter security or roving
security type, it would be extremely beneficial. He noted that in the Staff Report, the motel is confirmed to be a haven for
local gang members and criminals and when criminals that want to hide from law enforcement, there are no better place than
the Friendly Inn Motel. Referring to the Staff Report, he said, they had people wanted for robbery from Orange County,
people who committed a murder in the City of Covina, and armed carjacking occur in the City of Santa Monica who were
suspects hiding at the Friendly Inn. Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong emphasized it was reasonable and prudent to require
an additional two -armed security guards.
Commissioner Tang asked the Commissioners to evaluate if this business establishment is a recognized haven for gang
members and criminals and questioned if the Commission wanted to be known as the City that has a motel that harbors
these types of activities. He highlighted some of the criminal activities: possession of controlled sustains and paraphernalia,
stolen vehicle on premise or brought to the premise or stolen from the premise, domestic violence, and loaded firearms. He
then added, this is a rap sheet for any business that has gone through more than a few strikes.
Chair Lopez asked staff for their intake on this item and if we should move or wait to see if this is possible. He believes this is
a good idea.
City Attorney Thuyen recapped and stated if the Planning Commission's will be to modify the conditions of approval, based
on testimonies and evidence presented, if four -armed security guards at this location would better address the public health
and safety impact, the Planning Commission can go ahead and suggest that as part of the motion.
Chair Lopez said he thinks it is a good idea based on everything that has occurred and asked staff if the addition of two
security guards is possible.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied yes, a motion is needed to add and update the change to
Condition No. 21.
Chair Lopez asked the Commissioners if anyone would like to make a motion.
Commissioner Tang motioned and made it clear to the business owner that any business that has 237 police activity calls
including two murders, he is not even sure why the City would allow this type of business to operate with that number of
criminal activities in the last three years alone. He added as a Commission, they want to work with all businesses; adding
modifications and these amendments to the Conditional Use Permit and hopes that the business can still operate, but in a
way that will bring a positive community.
Commissioner Berry seconded the motion and concurred and stated a clear message needs to be sent to the business
owner and people who frequent this business establishment that the City will not stand for this kind of behavior. He
expressed that this gives him pause that many records are not upkept; without proper records of people staying there, who
knows what is going on.
Commissioner Tang asked if it is possible to insert language to allow an annual review of this site.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela responded that a condition was added. She said Condition of
Approval No. 10 allows the Planning Commission shall conduct a six-month review of Modification 21-01 within six (6)
months of the approval date.
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Commissioner Tang asked if there is a way to modify the conditions to six months of the approval date, and subsequently
annually.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela responded if the Commission wishes.
Commissioner Berry questioned if this can be done at the six-month mark. At six months, ,Commissioners can see how
things progress and change modification or make other changes along the way.
City Attorney Thuyen concurred and asserted this can be added in as an item if the issues have not been addressed by the
six-month mark.
ACTION: Commissioner Tang made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Berry, to:
1. ADOPT Resolution No. 21-02 with findings, and APPROVE MOD 21-01, subject to the 21 conditions, with
AMENDED conditions to add two additional armed security guard.
Vote resulted in:
Ayes: Berry, Leung, Lopez, and Tang
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Roll call vote resulted in 4 Ayes and 0 Noes.
Director of Community Development Frausto-Lupo explained the 10 -day appeal process.
Commissioner Tang asked if staff could respond to residents that submitted comments and informed them of the actions
taken at this meeting.
Director of Community Development Frausto-Lupo replied yes, staff can reach out to the residents that provided public
comment.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. PC MINUTES 03.01.21
Commissioner Tang made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Leung, to approve PC Minutes 03-01-21 as presented.
Vote resulted in:
Ayes: Berry, Leung, Lopez, and Tang
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Roll call vote resulted in 4 Ayes and 0 Noes.
5. MATTERS FROM STAFF
Director of Community Development Frausto-Lupo reminded Commissioners the next Planning Commission Meeting is
scheduled for April 19, 2021.
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6. MATTERS FROM THE CHAIR & COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Berry inquired about the status of other hotels and motels, such as staying clean, maintaining good repairs,
and following City's ordinances. He added, for reference he noticed that Bokai Garden Hotel has a lot of rubbish outside and
appears to be in disrepair. He asked, what about other places like that in the City.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela explained that the City occasionally receives complaints, and staff
would input the request on a CRM (Citizen Request Management) and Code Enforcement would conduct a site inspection
and work with Planning staff to ensure that the hotels or motels meet the conditions of approval. If a business is in violation,
staff would write a letter notifying the business of the violations.
Commissioner Berry asked what the City is doing to proactively ensure other businesses meet the conditions of approval.
Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong addressed his question and talked about the Rosemead Special Assignment Team. He
said there are a total of ten deputies, and they work closely with Code Enforcement on all issues throughout the City. He
added, he will ensure to address and inspect other motels in the City and work with Code Enforcement on that issue.
Commissioner Berry asked if the City proactively goes out to keep an eye out on things.
Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong explained how its common practice for Code Enforcement Officers and Community Service
Officers (CSO) to patrol the parking lots and make notes of any violation or anything relating to ordinance that needs
attention. He said they usually brief us on that subject at least once a week if not more. He added, there has not been any
motels in the City that has risen to this level.
Commissioner Tang thanked staff and Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong for their hard work on this item and thinks it is great
the City is taking action. Another item he wanted to address was the "Rosemead" sign at Rosemead Place Shopping Center.
He said some of the letters are not lit. He asked if staff could work with the property owner to fix this issue. He added,
thousands of people see that sign as they drive on the freeway, and if some of the letters are off, it sends a bad branding
message about the City.
Planning & Economic Development Manager Valenzuela replied yes, staff can contact the property manager to address this
issue.
7. ADJOURNMENT
Chair Lopez thanked staff and Chief of Police Lieutenant Duong for their hard work and adjourned the meeting at 8:49 p.m.
The next regular Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
ATTEST: Daniel Lopez
Chair
I 'q
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Commission Secretary
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Attachment Q
Planning Commission
Resolution No. 21-02
PC RESOLUTION 21-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING 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.
THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED AT 2146 SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD, IN A MEDIUM COMMERCIAL (C-3) ZONE (APN: 6283-
036-032).
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
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:
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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;
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
Sheriffs 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:
AYES:
BERRY, LEUNG, LOPEZ, AND TANG
NOES:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
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.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 5th day of April, 2021.
Daniel Lopez, Chair
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 5th day of April,
2021 by the following vote:
AYES:
BERRY, LEUNG, LOPEZ, AND TANG
NOES:
NONE
ABSTAIN:
NONE
ABSENT:
NONE
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ATTACHMENT "A"
(PC RESOLUTION 21-02)
MODIFICATION 21-01
2146 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
(APN: 5283-036-032)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
APRIL 5, 2021
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.
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.
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 2"d, 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 Four -armed security guards must be stationed in the parking lot at all
times (Modified by the Planning Commission on April 5, 2020.
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.
Attachment R
Appeal Letter from Law Office of
Frank A. Weiser
LAW OFFICES