HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 1STAFF REPORT
Development Services Department
DATE: May 14, 2013
TO: Honorable Chairman and Planning Commission
FROM: Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator
By: Tim Schwehr, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: Tentative Parcel Map Application No. TPM 13 -05 (72330) for a
three -unit, residential- condominium subdivision at 54 El Dorado
Street
Recommendation: Conditional Approval
SUMMARY
Tentative Parcel Map Application No. TPM 13 -05 (72230) was submitted by K &K
Development for a three -unit, residential- condominium subdivision at 54 El
Dorado Street — see the attached aerial map and Tentative Parcel Map. The
Development Services Department is recommending approval of this application,
subject to the conditions as listed in this staff report.
BACKGROUND
APPLICANT: K &K Development
LOCATION: 54 El Dorado Street
REQUEST: A Tentative Parcel Map for a three -unit, residential condominium
subdivision
LOT AREA: 8,000 square feet (0.18 acre)
FRONTAGES: 50 feet along El Dorado Street, and 50 feet along a rear alley
EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING:
The subject property is currently improved with a three -unit
apartment building constructed in 1959 that is scheduled to be
demolished in preparation for construction of a new three -unit
residential development. The site is zoned R -3, High- Density
Multiple - Family Residential with a maximum density of one unit per
1,450 square feet, and a minimum density of one unit per 2,200
square feet.
SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING:
North: Multiple - family residential — zoned R -3
South: Multiple - family residential — zoned R -3
East: Commercial building — zoned MU
West: Multiple - family residential — zoned R -3
GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
High Density Residential (12 to 30 dwelling units per acre) — This
designation accommodates higher- density attached housing types
for both renter and owner households within a neighborhood
context. Such housing types generally are located near transit
stops, along arterials and transit corridors, and within easy walking
distance of shops and services. Appropriate transition to adjacent
lower- density neighborhoods is required through the use of yards,
other open areas, and building heights.
Other uses that may be appropriate, consistent with zoning
regulations, include public and private schools, public parks, and
other open space uses.
DISCUSSION
The site is zoned R -3, High Density Multiple - Family Residential, and has a total
land area of 8,000 square feet. Design concept plans were approved by the
Development Services Department on January 30, 2013 for a new, two -story,
three -unit residential development (Multiple - family Architectural Design Review
Application No. MFADR 12 -24). The architectural plans of the approved design
are included as an attachment to this staff report.
The R -3 zone has a maximum density of one unit per 1,450 square feet of lot
area, and a minimum density of one unit per 2,200 square feet of lot area. Based
on these density factors, a maximum of five units would be allowed on the
subject site, and a minimum of three units is required. The new development is
consistent with the density requirements.
The proposal for three residential condominium units requires that they be
subdivided through the Tentative Parcel Map process. The proposed subdivision
complies with the subdivision regulations of the Arcadia Municipal Code and the
Subdivision Map Act.
TPM 13 -05 (72230) — 3 Units
54 El Dorado Street
May 14, 2013 — Page 2 of 6
All City requirements shall be complied with to the satisfaction of the Building
Official, City Engineer, Community Development Administrator, Fire Marshal, and
Public Works Services Director. The proposed subdivision has been reviewed by
these departments and the conditions of approval are listed in this staff report.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
the Development Services Department has determined that the proposed project
is a minor land division, and is therefore categorically exempt from further
environmental review per Section 15315 of the CEQA Guidelines. A Preliminary
Exemption Assessment is attached.
PUBLIC NOTICE /COMMENTS
Public hearing notices for this project were published in the local newspaper and
mailed to the property owners and tenants of those properties that are located
within 300 feet of the subject property on May 2, 2013 — see the attached radius
map.
RECOMMENDATION
The Development Services Department recommends approval of TPM 13 -05,
subject to the following conditions:
1. The developer shall pay the following fees prior to approval of the Parcel
Map: A Map Fee of $100.00 and a Final Approval Fee of $25.00 for a total of
$125.00.
2. The developer shall post a $200.00 deposit for the Mylar copy of the
recorded map prior to approval of the Parcel Map.
3. Prior to approval of the Parcel Map, the developer shall submit a separate
demolition and erosion control plan prepared by a registered civil engineer,
subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
4. All existing structures shall be demolished prior to approval of the Parcel
Map.
5. Prior to approval of the Parcel Map the developer shall either construct or
post security for all the public improvements shown on Tentative Parcel Map
72230, and the following required item:
• Curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall be removed and replaced from property
line to property line along El Dorado Street.
TPM 13 -05 (72230) — 3 Units
54 El Dorado Street
May 14, 2013 — Page 3 of 6
6. A Grading Plan, subject to the approval of the City Engineer, shall be
prepared by a registered civil engineer and shall be submitted prior to the
issuance of a building permit.
7. The Developer shall use the available six inch (6 ") water main on El Dorado
Street to serve the subject residences. The developer shall install a separate
water meter for each condominium unit and common area. A common water
meter for each unit can be used to supply both domestic water services and
fire services. The developer shall separate the fire service from domestic
service with an approved backflow device.
8. All City code requirements shall be complied with to the satisfaction of the
Fire Department, Public Works Services Department, and Development
Services Department.
9. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Arcadia and
its officials, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City of Arcadia, its officials, officers, employees or agents
to attack, set aside, void, or annul any approval or conditional approval of the City
of Arcadia conceming this project and /or land use decision, including but not
limited to any approval or conditional approval of the City Council, Planning
Commission, or City Staff, which action is brought within the time period provided
for in Government Code Section 66499.37 or other provision of law applicable to
this project or decision. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim,
action, or proceeding concerning the project and /or land use decision and the
City shall cooperate fully in the defense of the matter. The City reserves the right,
at its own option, to choose its own attorney to represent the City, its officials,
officers, employees, and agents in the defense of the matter.
10. Approval of TPM 13 -05 (72230) shall not take effect until the property
owner(s) and applicant(s) and civil engineer have executed and filed the
Acceptance Form available from the Development Services Department to
indicate acceptance of the conditions of approval.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Approval
If the Planning Commission intends to approve this subdivision, the Commission
should move to approve TPM 13 -05 (72230) subject to the following findings and
actions:
A.1. That the project and the provisions for its design and improvements are
consistent with the Arcadia General Plan, and that the discharge of
sewage from the project into the public sewer system will not violate any
TPM 13 -05 (72230) — 3 Units
54 B Dorado Street
May 14, 2013 — Page 4 of 6
requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control
Board for this region.
A.2. That this project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15315 of the
CEQA Guidelines.
A.3. Authorize and direct the Development Services Director or designee to
approve and execute, if necessary, a subdivision agreement for this
project.
A.4. Approve this project subject to the conditions of approval set forth in the
staff report or as modified by the Planning Commission.
Denial
If the Planning Commission is to take action to deny this subdivision, the
Commission should make specific findings based on the evidence presented and
move to deny the project. The Planning Commission may wish to consider the
following findings which must be expanded upon with specific reasons for denial:
D.1. That the proposed map is not consistent with the applicable general and
specific plans as specified in Section 66451 of the Subdivision Map Act.
D.2. That the design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is not
consistent with applicable general and specific plans.
D.3. That the site is not physically suitable for the type of development.
D.4. That the site is not physically suitable for the density of development.
D.5. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is likely
to cause substantial environmental damage.
D.6. That the design of the subdivision or the types of improvements is likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably
injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
D.7. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is likely to
cause serious public health problems.
D.8. That the requested subdivision injuriously affects the neighborhood
wherein said lot is located.
D.9. That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will conflict
with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use
of property within the proposed subdivision. ' In this connection, the
TPM 13 -05 (72230) - 3 Units
54 El Dorado Street
May 14, 2013 — Page 5 of 6
legislative body may approve a map if it finds that alternate easements for
access or for use, will be provided and that these will be substantially
equivalent to ones previously acquired by the public. This finding shall
apply only to easements of record or to easements established by
judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction and no authority is hereby
granted to a legislative body to determine that the public at large has
acquired easements for access through or use of property within the
proposed subdivision.
If any Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has any questions or
comments regarding this matter prior to the May 14, 2013 public hearing, please
contact Arcadia Planning Services by calling (626) 574 -5423, or by email to
btoneci.arcadia.ca.us.
Approved:
J. ,/ "asama
mmunity Development Administrator
Attachments: Aerial Photo with Zoning Information
Tentative Parcel Map No. 72230
Architectural Plans
Preliminary Exemption Assessment
300 -foot Radius Map
TPM 13 -05 (72230) — 3 Units
54 El Dorado Street
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240 W. HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
PRELIMINARY EXEMPTION ASSESSMENT
(Certificate of Determination
When Attached to Notice of Exemption)
1. Name or description of project:
2. Project Location — Identify street
address and cross streets or attach a
map showing project site (preferably
a USGS 15' or 7 1/2' topographical
map identified by quadrangle name):
3. Entity or person undertaking project:
4. Staff Determination:
The Lead Agency's Staff, having undertaken and completed a preliminary review of this project in
accordance with the Lead Agency's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA)" has concluded that this project does not require further environmental assessment
because:
TPM 13 -05 (72230)
54 El Dorado Street
Between Santa Anita Avenue and First Avenue
A.
B. Other (Private)
(1) Name
(2) Address
K &K Development
255 E. Garvey Avenue
Monterey Park, CA 91755
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The proposed action does not constitute a project under CEQA.
The project is a Ministerial Project.
The project is an Emergency Project.
The project constitutes a feasibility or planning study.
The project is categorically exempt.
Applicable Exemption Class: 115 — Minor Land Division
The project is statutorily exempt.
Applicable Exemption:
The project is otherwise exempt
on the following basis:
The project involves another public agency which constitutes the Lead Agency.
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Name of Lead Agency:
Date: 5/9/13
Preliminary Exemption Assessment12010
Staff: Tim Schwehr, Associate Planner
FORM "A"
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