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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2029RESOLUTION NO. 2029 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MULTIPLE FAMILY ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. MFADR 18-01 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. TPM 18-07 (82441) WITH A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT ("CEQA") FOR A FOUR -UNIT MULTI- FAMILY RESIDENITAL CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 157-59 GENOA STREET WHEREAS, on April 12, 2018, a Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No MFADR 18-01, and on December 16, 2018, a Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 18-07 (82441), collectively referred to as the "Project' was filed by Vincent Tsoi of SLS Design on behalf of the property owner for a four -unit multi -family residential condominium development which requires subdivision of the airspace located at 157-159 Genoa Street; and WHEREAS, on February 6, 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 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines because the Project is considered an in -fill development project; and WHEREAS, on March 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 March 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: Approval of a four -unit multi -family residential condominium development with a tentative parcel map to subdivide the airspace are consistent with the High Density Residential Land Use designation. The High Density Residential designation is intended to accommodate higher -density attached and/or detached housing types for both renter and owner households within a neighborhood context. The R-3 zone is intended to provide areas for a variety of medium- to high-density residential development including townhomes and condominiums. The proposed four -unit multi -family residential condominium development is in conformance with the City's General Plan, Development Code, and the Subdivision Map Act. The site is physically suitable for this type of development, and the approval of the architectural design for the building is compatible with the scale and character of the existing neighborhood. The proposal will not adversely affect the comprehensive General Plan and is consistent with the following General Plan goals and policies: Land Use and Community Design Element • Policy LU -1.1: Promote new infill and redevelopment projects that are consistent with the City's land use and compatible with surrounding existing uses. 2 Policy LU -4.1: Require that new multifamily residential development be visually and functionally integrated and consistent in scale, mass, and character with structures in the surrounding neighborhood. B. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development: FACT: The site is physically suitable for the new multiple family development. The R-3 zone has a minimum density of one dwelling unit per 2,200 square feet of lot area, and a maximum density of one unit per 1,450 square feet of lot area. This calculates to a minimum of three units and a maximum of five units for the subject property. The proposed four -unit multi -family development complies with the density requirements. In addition, there are no physical impediments to the development of this site for residential condominiums. 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 proposed Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide the airspace for the four condominium units is a minor subdivision of an infill site within an urbanized area; therefore, it will not 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: The proposed subdivision is to subdivide the airspace for a four -unit multi- family condominium development. The construction of the four, multiple family residential units are being done in compliance with Building and Fire Codes and all other applicable 3 regulations. The Project meets all health and safety requirements, and will not cause any public health or safety problems. 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): FACT: The proposed design of the subdivision or the type of improvements do not conflict with any easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision. Based on the tentative parcel map, there are no easements on the subject properties. 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 Arcadia Public Works Services Department determined that the City's existing infrastructure will adequately serve the new development, and the requirements of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board will be satisfied. G. The design of the subdivision provides, to the extent feasible, passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities: FACT: The proposed tentative parcel map and four -unit multi -family condominium development has been reviewed by Building Services to ensure compliance 0 with the California Building Code, which includes requirements associated with heating and cooling requirements. H. The proposed subdivision, its design, density, and type of development and improvements conforms to the regulation of the Development Code and the regulations of any public agency having jurisdiction by law: FACT: The proposed subdivision complies with the density requirements of the City's Development Code, and all the improvements required for the site and each unit will comply with the regulations in the City's Development Code. I. The proposal is consistent with the City's Multiple Family Residential Design Guidelines: FACT: The proposed development is located within the High Density Residential (R-3) Zone, which is intended to provide a variety of medium- to high-density residential development including townhomes and condominiums. The proposed massing, scale, quality of the design and the proposed landscaping are compatible with other developments in the surrounding neighborhood. The proposed Traditional style architecture will be consistent with the other multi -family developments on Genoa Street and 2nd Avenue. In addition, the proposal is consistent with the City's Multifamily Residential Design Guidelines. J. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), this Project is a Class 32 Categorical Exemption as an infill -development project per Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines. 5 SECTION 3. For the foregoing reasons the Planning Commission determines that the Project is Categorically Exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQX) Section 15332 , Class 32, and approves Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 18-01 and Tentative Parcel Map No. TPM 18-07 (82441), for a four - unit multi -family residential condominium development at 157-159 Genoa Street, 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 261h day of March, 2019. ATTEST: C�A - Lisa L. ores Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: Stephen P. Deitsch City Attorney 7.1 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. 2029 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 March, 2019, and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Chair Thompson, Vice Chair Lewis, and Commissioners Lin, and Wilander NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Chan (4 -- Lisa L. Flores Secretary of the anning Commission 7 RESOLUTION NO. 2029 Conditions of Approval Any required mechanical equipment, such as backflow devices, visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened from public view. Screening may include landscaping, solid walls or other methods deemed appropriate for the development. The placement and height of said screening shall subject to review and approval by the Planning & Community Development Administrator, or designee. The project shall be developed and maintained by the Owner/Applicant in a manner that is consistent with the plans submitted and conditionally approved for MFADR 18-01 and TPM 18-07 (82441), subject to the approval of the Planning & Community Development Administrator or designee. 3. The overall height of the parking structure may be modified during the plan check process to accommodate the appropriate depth needed for tree wells and raised planters. Such modifications shall be subject to review and approval by the Planning & Community Development Administrator, or designee. 4. The Owner/Applicant shall be required to pay the following fees prior to approval of the Final Parcel Map: a. Map Fee $100.00 b. Final Approval Fee (1 lot @ $25.00 ea.) $25.00 TOTAL $125.00 Prior to approval of the Final Parcel Map, the Owner/Applicant shall either construct or post security for all public improvements as shown on the Tentative Parcel Map 82441 and the following required item(s): a. Remove and replace curb and gutter along the entire property frontage. b. Remove and replace half width of the alley asphalt the entire length of the width of the subject site. c. Remove and replace the driveway approach per City standards and maintain one foot from top of X to property line. d. Remove and replace sidewalk along the entire property frontage. 6. Prior to approval of the Final Parcel Map, the Owner/Applicant shall submit a separate demolition and erosion control plan prepared by a registered civil engineer subject to the approval of the City Engineer. All existing structures shall be demolished prior to approval of the Final Parcel Map. The Owner/Applicant shall install an automatic fire sprinkler system per the City of Arcadia Fire Department Single & Multi -Family Dwelling Sprinkler Standard for residential areas and Commercial Standard for garage areas. 0 8. The sprinkler system shall be fully monitored. Audible/visual devices shall be provided on first and second floors and in the basement garage. 9. The Applicant/Owner shall install illuminated exit signage and emergency lighting in the basement garage area. 10. The Owner/Applicant shall provide a knox box with keys for access to restricted areas. Automatic gates shall be provided with a knox switch. 11. The Owner/Applicant shall provide minimum 2A:10BC fire extinguishers in the basement level to the satisfaction of the Fire Marshal or designee. 12. The Owner/Applicant shall install separate water meter for each condominium unit. A common water meter for each unit can be used to supply both domestic water services and fire services. The Owner/Applicant shall separate the fire service from domestic water service with an approved back flow device. 13. If a fire suppression system is required for the entire basement garage parking, a separate fire service line with an approved backflow prevention device shall be installed. 14. The Owner/Applicant shall submit a Water Meter Permit Application to the Public Works Services Department prior to permit issuance. 15. The Owner/Applicant shall install new water service. The installation shall be according to the specifications of the Public Works Services Department, Engineering Section. Abandonment of existing water services, if necessary, shall be carried out by the Owner/Applicant, according to Public Works Services Department, Engineering Division specifications. 16. The Owner/Applicant shall utilize existing sewer lateral if possible. 17. Any drainage fixture elevation that is lower than the elevation of the next upstream manhole cover (449.49') shall require the installation of an approved backwater valve on the lateral at the right of way. 18. The Owner/Applicant shall plant one (1) 36 -inch box Crape Myrtle "Dynamite" within the City's parkway. The Public Works Services Inspector or designee shall determine the location. 19. The proposed development shall be subject to Low Impact Development (LID) requirements to the satisfaction of the Public Works Services Director or designee. 20. The Owner/Applicant shall install a trash enclosure with adequate room for all bins, including but not limited to trash and recycling bins to the satisfaction of the Public Works Services Director or designee. 0 21. The applicant/property owner shall comply with all City requirements regarding building safety, fire prevention, detection, suppression, emergency access, public right-of-way improvements, parking, water supply and water facilities, sewer facilities, trash reduction and recycling requirements, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) measures to the satisfaction of the Building Official, Fire Marshal, Public Works Services Director, and Planning & Community Development Administrator. Compliance with these requirements is to be determined by having fully detailed construction plans submitted for plan check review and approval by the foregoing City officials and employees. 22. The applicant/property owner 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 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. 23. Approval of MFADR 18-01 and TPM 18-07 (82441) and 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. 10