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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2-25-20 PC MinutesR eryy„ ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2020 CALL TO ORDER Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PRESENT: Chair Lewis, Vice Chair Wilander, Chan, Lin, and Thompson ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Planning & Community Development Administrator Lisa Flores distributed one (1) letter in support to Agenda Item No. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minute time limit per person) There were none. PUBLIC HEARING Resolution No. 2048 - Approving Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 19-07 (82907) and Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 19-03 with a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") for an eight unit multi -family residential condominium development at 1111 and 1117 La Cadena Avenue Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2048 Applicant: Philip Chan of PDS Studio, Inc. Chair Lewis introduced the item and turned it over to Associate Planner Vanessa Quiroz to present the staff report. Chair Lewis opened the public hearing and asked if the Applicant would like to speak on the item. Applicant Philip Chan responded. Chair Lewis asked if there was anyone who would like to speak in favor of the proposal. There were none. Chair Lewis asked if there was anyone who would like to speak in opposition of the proposal. Joori Lee, 509 W. Duarte Road, Unit 7: Ms. Lee spoke in opposition to the project. Her property is located to the south of the subject property and she expressed concerns related to privacy and that the development would obstruct her view. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Planning Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City's Planning Services Office located at 240 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, during normal business hours. Mr. Chan responded to Ms. Lee and agreed to modify the landscape plan accordingly to incorporate more trees and foliage. Chair Lewis asked if there was anyone else who would like to speak in opposition of the proposal. There were none. MOTION- PUBLIC HEARING It was moved by Commissioner Chan, seconded by Commissioner Lin to close the public hearing. Without objection, the motion was approved. DISCUSSION The Commission was in favor of the project and they were satisfied that the design features emergency lighting and garage dimensions that exceed the minimum required per Code. And they also appreciated Mr. Chan's willingness to work with Ms. Lee. They provided formal direction to Mr. Chan to incorporate more trees and foliage into the landscape plan. Commissioner Lin stated that he appreciates that Mr. Chan has taken the Commission's past comments into consideration and applied them to current projects. And his willingness to work with Mrs. Lee was noted. More trees would be an improvement, aesthetically. Chair Lewis agreed with the other Commissioners and also complimented Mr. Chan on the design of the project. And she hopes Mr. Chan will work with staff to soften concrete appearance on the side, which will improve the appearance as well as offer added privacy. MOTION It was moved by Chair Lewis, seconded by Commissioner Chan to adopt Resolution No. 2048, approving Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 19-07 (82907) and Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 19-03 with a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") for an eight -unit multi -family residential condominium development at 1111 and 1117 La Cadena Avenue ROLL CALL AYES: Chair Lewis, Vice Chair Wilander, Chan, Lin, and Thompson NOES: None ABSENT: None There is a ten day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution. If adopted, appeals are to be filed by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2020. CONSENT CALENDAR 2. Minutes of the February 11, 2020 Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve It was moved by Commissioner Chan, seconded by Vice Chair Wilander to approve the minutes of the February 11, 2020 Planning Commission Regular Meeting - 2 2-25-20 ROLL CALL AYES: Chair Lewis, Vice Chair Wilander, Chan, Lin, and Thompson NOES: None ABSENT: None MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL LIAISON Council Liaison Chandler was not present. MATTERS FROM THE PLANNING Commissioner Wilander informed the Commission that next week she would be attending the Planning Commissioners Academy. She is looking forward to visiting Sacramento and meeting Planning Commissioners from other cities. MATTERS FROM ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY Mr. Maurer was not present. MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Flores announced that Development Code Policy 20-01 will be heard at the Tuesday, March 3, 2020 City Council meeting. There are no items scheduled for the March 10 meeting, so it will be cancelled. The Indigo Hotel proposal is scheduled for the March 24, 2020 Planning Commission meeting and there are several other major items which will be scheduled shortly thereafter such as an assisted living facility proposal at the site currently occupied by Coco's Restaurant, and a mixed use project in the Downtown area known as the Huntington Plaza Project. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m. to Tuesday, ranch 24, 2020 in the City Council Chamber at 240 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia. D66orah Lewis Chair, Planning Commission ATTEST: OA- = Lisa Flores Secretary, Plannin Commission 2-25-20