HomeMy WebLinkAbout2027RESOLUTION NO. 2027
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO.
TPM 18-05 (73061) WITH A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ("CEQA") TO
SUBDIVIDE THE AIRSPACE FOR THE A TEN -UNIT RESIDENTIAL
CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 1222 TEMPLE CITY
BOULEVARD
WHEREAS, on November 27, 2018, a new Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 18-05
(73061), referred to as the "Project' was filed by Sijin Wang on behalf of the property
owner to subdivide the airspace for a ten -unit residential condominium development that
was previously approved by the Planning Commission at 1222 Temple City Boulevard.
On July 14, 2015, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No. 73061
and Multifamily Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 14-11, however, the final tract
map was not filed with the City within two (2) years and the map expired on July 25, 2017;
and
WHEREAS, on January 7, 2019, Planning Services completed an environmental
assessment for the Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act
("CEQA"), and recommended that the Planning Commission determine the Project is
exempt under CEQA per Section 15315 of the CEQA Guidelines because the Project is
considered a minor land division; and
WHEREAS, on February 26, 2019, a duly -noticed public hearing was held before
the Planning Commission on said Project, at which time all interested persons were given
full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the factual data submitted by the Community Development
Division in the staff report dated February 26, 2019, are true and correct.
SECTION 2. This Commission finds, based upon the entire record:
A. The proposed map, subdivision design, and improvements are consistent with
the General Plan, any applicable specific plan, and the Subdivisions Division of the
Development Code:
FACT: The map proposes to subdivide the air space for ten residential
condominium units that were approved by the Planning Commission on July 14, 2015
and are currently under construction. Approval of the map will be consistent with the goals
and intent of the site's General Plan Land Use designation of High Density Residential
and High Density Residential (R-3) zoning classification. Specifically, the proposed
subdivision will further the General Plan's Land Use and Community Design Element
Policy LU -1.1 by promoting new infill and redevelopment projects that are consistent with
the City's land use and compatible with surrounding existing uses. In addition, the project
will further the Element's Goal LU -4 by subdividing the air space to provide for high quality
and attractive multifamily residential neighborhoods that provide ownership and rental
opportunities for people in all stages of life.
B. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development:
FACT: The proposed map will subdivide an 18,560 square foot parcel for a ten -
unit condominium development. The subject site has a maximum density of 12 units;
therefore, the subdivision will be in compliance with the density requirements. In addition,
the proposed development has been adequately designed to fit the subject site, therefore,
no impacts are anticipated from the subdivision. Lastly, the development was approved
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by the Planning Commission on July 14, 2015 and is currently under construction.
C. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to
cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or
wildlife or their habitat:
FACT: The purpose of the subdivision is to subdivide the airspace for a ten -unit
condominium development, which is currently under construction. The subject site is
located within an urbanized area and not in close proximity to any fish or wildlife habitat.
Therefore, approval of the subdivision is not likely to cause substantial environmental
damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.
D. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause
serious public health or safety problems:
FACT: Approval of the tentative tract map is not likely to cause serious public
health or safety problems. The subdivision proposes to subdivide the air space for a ten -
unit condominium development, which is currently under construction. The tentative tract
map has been reviewed by various City departments including Building Services and Fire
Department to ensure compliance with applicable regulations; therefore no impacts are
anticipated.
E. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with
easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of, property within
the proposed subdivision (This finding shall apply only to easements of records or to
easements established by judgement of a court of competent jurisdiction and no authority
is hereby granted to a legislate body to determine that the public at large has acquired
easements for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision):
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FACT: The design of the subdivision will not conflict with easements acquired by
the public at large for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision.
Based on the proposed tentative tract map, there are no such easements on the subject
site.
F. The discharge of sewage from the proposed subdivision into the community
sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements specified by the California
Regional Water Quality Control Board:
FACT: The proposed tentative tract map has been reviewed by various City
departments including the Public Works Services department. Their review determined
that no impacts are anticipated by the subdivision and subsequent completion of the ten -
unit condominium development. In addition, the City's existing sewer infrastructure has
sufficient capacity to adequately serve the proposed development. Lastly, the subdivision
will comply with any existing requirements specified by the California Regional Water
Quality Control Board.
G. The design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, passive or natural
heating and cooling opportunities:
FACT: The proposed tentative tract map has been reviewed by Building Services
to ensure compliance with the California Building Code, which includes requirements
associated with heating and cooling requirements. In addition, the condominium
development for which this map is being proposed, is currently under construction and
subject to all applicable requirement of the California Building Code.
H. The proposed subdivision, its design, density, and type of development and
improvements conforms to the regulation of the Development Code and the regulations
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of any public agency having jurisdiction by law:
FACT: The tentative tract map has been designed to comply with the regulations
of the City's Development Code, in particular with the requirements of the High Density
Residential Zone and Subdivision Ordinance.
I. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
("CEQA"), this Project is a Class 15 Categorical Exemption as a minor land division per
Section 15315 of the CEQA Guidelines.
SECTION 3. For the foregoing reasons the Planning Commission determines
that the Project is Categorically Exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act
("CEQA") Section 15315 , Class 15, and approves Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 18-05
(73061), to subdivide the airspace for a ten -unit residential condominium development,
subject to the conditions of approval attached hereto.
SECTION 4. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
Passed, approved and adopted this 26t^ day of February, 2019.
ATTEST:
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Lisa L. Flores
Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Stephen P. Deitsch
City Attorney
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Brad Thompson
Chairman, Planning Commission
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) §:
CITY OF ARCADIA )
I, Lisa Flores, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, hereby
certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2027 was passed and adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Arcadia, signed by the Chair and attested to by the Secretary at
a regular meeting of said Planning Commission held on the 26th day of February, 2019,
and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Chair Thompson, Vice Chair Lewis, and Commissioners Chan, Lin, and, Wilander
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Lisa L. Flore
Secretary of the Pla 49 Commission
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RESOLUTION NO. 2027
Conditions of Approval
1. Before recordation of the Final Map, the applicant/property owner shall provide
evidence to the satisfaction of the Community Development Administrator or
designee, including written confirmation from all easement holders that the
improvements to the property will not encroach upon existing easements.
2. The Owner/Applicant will be required to pay the following fees prior to approval of the
Tract Map:
Map Fee $100.00
Final Approval Fee (1 lot @ $25.00 ea.) 25.00
TOTAL $125.00
Prior to approval of the Tract Map the Owner/Applicant shall either construct or post
security for all public improvements to be shown on the Tentative Map 73061 and the
following item(s);
a. Install new street trees per City of Arcadia Street Tree Master Plan.
Remove and replace curb, gutter and sidewalk from property line to property line
along Temple City Blvd.
c. Construct new driveway approach per City of Arcadia standard.
d. The Owner/Applicant shall dedicate to the City a two -foot portion of land around
the proposed driveway approach for sidewalk purposes.
4. All City requirements shall be complied with to the satisfaction of the Building Official,
City Engineer, Planning and Community Development Administrator, Public Works
Services Director, and the Fire Marshal.
5. The Owner/Applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval that is applicable to
the condominiums, as approved by the Planning Commission in Resolution No. 1942.
6. The Owner/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 concerning 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
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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.
7. Approval of TTM No. 18-05 (73061) shall not take effect unless on or before 30
calendar days after the Planning Commission adoption of the Resolution, the applicant
and property owner have executed and filed with the Planning & Community
Development Administrator or designee an Acceptance Form available from the
Development Services Department to indicate awareness and acceptance of these
conditions of approval.
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