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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5-10-11MOTION: OTHERS ATTENDING MINUTES ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, May 10, 2011, 7:00 P.M. Arcadia City Council Chambers The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive with Chairman Parrille presiding. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Parrille led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Commissioners Baerg, Chiao and Parrille ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian and Beranek It was moved by Commissioner Baerg and seconded by Commissioner Chiao to excuse Commissioners Baderian and Beranek from the meeting. Without objection the motion was approved. Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, Jason Kruckeberg Deputy Development Services Director /City Engineer, Phil Wray Community Development Administrator, Jim Kasama Senior Planner, Lisa Flores Associate Planner, Tom Li Assistant Planner, Tim Schwehr Senior Administrative Assistant, Billie Tone SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS There were none. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS, Tom: PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON - PUBLIC HEARING MATTERS — Five - minute time. Imo, per person There were none. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP 11 -03 57 Wheeler Avenue Alejandro Alcondez The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow a restaurant with live entertainment, amplified D.J. music, and dancing at an existing 7,706 square -foot building (formerly Arroyo Restaurant). The proposed business hours are Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Assistant Planner, Tim Schwehr, presented the staff report. Chairman Parrille asked if there would be signs directing traffic to the Santa Clara parking structure. Mr. Schwehr explained that additional signage was not proposed because it had not been recommended in a 2006 traffic study. Mr. Kasama also pointed out that there is an entrance to the parking structure on the restaurant side of the building that provides easy access. The Public Hearing was opened. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project. Ms. Alicia Herrera, represented the applicant. Ms. Herrera said that the applicant is planning to provide live mariachi music and dancing in the restaurant and that they hope for approval because they would love to open a business in Arcadia. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to this project. There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baerg and seconded by Commissioner Chiao to close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baerg, seconded by Commissioner Chiao to approve Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 11 -03 subject to the conditions in the staff report and to direct staff to prepare the appropriate Resolution. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Chiao and Parrille NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian & Beranek A Resolution reflecting the decision of the Planning Commission will be presented for adoption at the next Commission meeting. There will be a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution. 2. MODIFICATION NO.MP 11 -02 AND ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. ADR 11 -05 15 -19 Lucille Street Gangi Development The applicant is requesting the following Modifications and Architectural Design Review for a proposed nine -unit, affordable housing project on an R -3 multiple - family zoned property: A. A 10' -0" front yard setback in lieu of the 25' -0" required (AMC Sec. 9255.2.3); B. Three (3) open and eight (8) partially covered parking spaces in lieu of the requirement PC MINUTES 5 -10-11 Page 2 C. Zero guest parking spaces in lieu of the five (5) minimum spaces required (AMC Sec. 9255.2.9. B); D. A 10' -0" driveway width in lieu of the 18' -0" minimum required (AMC Sec. 9255.2.10.8); and E. No landscaping between the driveway and the property line in lieu of the 3' -0" wide minimum landscape area required (AMC Sec. 9255.2.10.H). Associate Planner, Tom Li, presented the staff report. The Public Hearing was opened. Commissioner Baerg asked if guest parking is the only parking deficiency and Mr. Li explained that the partially covered parking spaces are also a deficiency. Commissioner Baerg asked about the ovemight parking permit policy. Mr. Kasama explained that ovemight parking permits are issued on an annual basis and renewed in January. Commissioner Baerg asked if there had been any proposals for the site that did not have a parking deficiency. Mr. Li said all the proposals submitted included parking deficiencies. However, this proposal was determined to be the best option to maximize the density on the site and provide the most number of parking spaces. Commissioner Chiao asked if there are other similar types of developments in the city which did not include guest parking. Mr. Kasama said that this is the first agency sponsored, affordable rental housing project that is not for seniors. He pointed out that the Alta Classics townhouse moderate income project provided about half of the required guest parking spaces per the Municipal Code. Mr. Kruckeberg noted that both the Alta Street and Campus Commons affordable housing projects were developed with concessions on guest parking regulations. Commissioner Chiao asked if there is any way to alter the design so that guest parking could be provided. Mr. Li said that other options were considered but this design is the best way to provide the maximum number of units. Commissioner Baerg asked if these are rental units. Mr. Li confirmed that they are rentals. Chairman Perrille asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project. Mr. Sal Gangi of Gangi Development said that they have worked on similar projects in the past and they feel the parking is sufficient. He pointed out that normally, low income housing does not require more than one parking space per unit. He explained that because they are two-bedroom units, the families living there will not be large. He also noted that one of the 18 parking spaces provided is designated as a handicap parking space. Commissioner Baerg asked if there will be any restrictions on the number of adults occupying each unit. Mr. Gangi said that there will not be any restrictions like that, but in his experience, only small families rent these types of units. He also said that only registered vehicles will be allowed to use the parking facilities. PC MINUTES 5 -10 -11 Page 3 Chairman Parrille asked Mr. Gangi if his company will manage the building and Mr. Gangi confirmed that his company will be the owner /manager of the building. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to this project. There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Chiao and seconded by Commissioner Baerg to close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved. Commissioner Baerg expressed concem about the lack of guest parking, but said he understood that concessions need to be made in deference to State law. He said he would like to know exactly what concessions are encouraged. Mr. Kruckeberg explained that applicants for affordable housing projects can choose the concessions they prefer. In this case, the City agency is the applicant and, of course, wants the best project possible that is compatible with the neighborhood. He suggested that adding a condition requiring a provision about parking on private properties might alleviate some concern over the parking deficiency. Commissioner Baerg agreed that adding a condition requiring that prospective tenants be advised in their lease agreement that parking on private property without the owner's permission is prohibited and that guests who wish to park on the street ovemight must obtain a parking permit. Mr. Kasama added that cars improperly parked will be subject to citations and towing. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baerg, seconded by Commissioner Chiao to approve Modification No. MP 11 -02 and Architectural Design Review No. ADR 11 -05 subject to the conditions in the staff report and with the addition of a notice in the rental agreements about parking and to direct staff to prepare the appropriate Resolution. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Chiao and Parrille NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek There is a five working day appeal period after the approval/denial of the applications. Appeals are to be filed by 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2011. 3. TEXT AMENDMENT NO. TA 11 -03 Consideration of Text Amendment No. TA 11 -03 to create a single Resolution for the development standards and design guidelines for all five of the City- designated Homeowners' Association areas. Senior Planner, Lisa Flores, presented the staff report. PC MINUTES 5 -10-11 Page 4 The public hearing was opened. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project. Mr. Brad Koehler, Architectural Review Board Chairman for the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners' Association, introduced the members of the five Homeowners Associations who were present. He said that the staff report thoroughly covered the subject and he noted that the HOA representatives spent a lot of time developing a process that allows the use of a single application by all five HOAs and standardizes their procedures. Mr. Koehler introduced Ms. Laurie Thompson, ARB Chairman for the Santa Anita Village Association, who would speak for the group. Ms. Thompson said that she and her family have lived in Arcadia for 20 years and that they moved to the Village area 14 years ago. She said she has been the Chairman of the ARB for 13 years. Ms. Thompson pointed out that even though the Village is comprised of small lots unlike the other HOAs, it still has a lot in common with the other HOAs. For example, neighborhood compatibility and harmony are important issues to all. The proposed Resolution joins all five HOAs in creating harmony and a sense of neighborhood. Another important document is the Residential Design Guidelines and Ms. Thompson noted that they were careful that nothing in the proposed Text Amendment contradicts the Design Guidelines. In fact, the proposed Text Amendment aligns the HOAs with other parts of the City that are not covered by an HOA. Many issues are covered like streetscape, openness in front yards, and mass, size, scale and character of a proposed residence. Ms. Thompson pointed out that the Text Amendment addresses impacts on adjacent property too. And, that landscaping should provide variety and open space and should complement the design of the house and fit in with the neighborhood. Ms. Thompson said that implementation of the proposed Text Amendment will align all five HOAs as well as all other single family residential areas in the City. She said that the HOA representatives urge approval of the Text Amendment. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to this project. There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Chiao and seconded by Commissioner Baerg to close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved. Commissioner Baerg expressed appreciation for the efforts of all five HOAs in this Text Amendment to standardize their procedures. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Chiao, seconded by Commissioner Baerg to recommend approval of Text Amendment No. TA 11 -03 to the City Council. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Chiao and Parrille NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek PC MINUTES 5 -10 -11 Page 5 The Planning Commission's recommendation and comments will be forwarded to the City Council. CONSENT ITEM 4. MINUTES OF APRIL 26, 2011 MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Chaio, seconded by Commissioner Baerg, to approve the minutes of April 26, 2011 as presented. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Chiao and Parrille NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION There were none. MODIFICATION COMMITTEE AGENDA Chairman Parrille reported that a Modification and Design Review to legalize an unpermitted accessory building was denied at the Modification Committee meeting. MATTERS FROM STAFF & UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Kasama reviewed upcoming agenda items, including an addition to the Derby Restaurant and the expansion of a beauty salon on Las Tunas Drive. He also mentioned that the four -unit, multi - family development project at 137 Califomia St. that was denied by the Planning Commission, has been appealed to the City Council. ADJOURNED ATTEST: Planning Commission ing Commission 7:45 p.m. PC MINUTES 5 -10-11 Page 6