HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 25, 2002
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Arcadia City Planning Commission
Tnesday, June 25, 2002
7:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers
Planning Commission proceedings are tape-recorded and on file in the office of the Community
Development Division.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, June 25,2002 at
7:15 p.rn. in the Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive with Chairman
Pro Tern Olson presiding.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Baderian, Huang, Murphy, Olson
Commissioner Kalernkiarian
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to excuse
Commissioners Huang and Kalemkiarian from tonight's meetings. The motion passed by voice
vote with none dissenting.
OTHERS ATTENDING
Council Member John Woo
Community Development Administrator Donna Butler
Senior Planner James Kasama
Associate Planner Joe Lambert
Senior Administrative Assistant Silva Vergel
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Ms. Butler said that the following was distributed With regard.to item no. 3 on agenda (CUP 02-008):
. A letter from the adjacent property owner, The Emmanuel Assembly of God Church in support of
the proposed self-serve gas station and convenience mart.
. A letter of opposition from Mr. And Mrs. Schweiner of 1121 Oakwood Dr.
. Photographs of a similar self-serve gas station and convenience mart that was recently completed in
the City of South Gate.
Commissioner Huang arrived at 7:18 p.rn.
TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING
COMMISSION ON NON-PUBLIC HEARlNG.MATTERS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER PERSON)
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MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Olson to approve the
Minutes of June 11 th as published.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Baderian, Huang, Murphy, Olson
None
Commissioner KaIemkiarian
COmmissioner Huang abstained fromthisitem.
Chairman Pro Tem Olson said that due to Commissioner Huang's abstention on this item a 2-1 vote
would be an approval of the item. On the other items on the agenda a 3 vote would be needed for
approval.
2. PUBLIC HEARING TM 53890
1432-1516 S. Eighth Ave.
Hank Jong
Consideration of a tentative map for an II-lot single-family residential subdivision.
The staffreport was presented and the public hearing was opened.
Jeffrey Lee, 255 E. Santa Clara, said they are in agreement with all of the. conditions in the staff report.
No one else spoke in mvor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Pro Tem Olson closed the public bearing,
In reply to a question by Commissioner Baderian, Ms. Butler said the code's definition of irregular
shaped lots is unique even though lots 5 and 6 do not meet the 100' minimum depth requirements when
measured in accordance with the lot depth definition. Modifications from the Subdivision Regulations
are necessary for the depth of these Jots. The lot depth deficiencies are technicalities based on code
definition. The effective depths are approximately 120' and each of the two lots will have ample area
for a new house.
Commissioner Murphy commented that he hated to see large single-fiunilyzoned lots cut up; however,
he could not see any grounds for denial of this project With the exception of two minor modifications,
it conforms to code.
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MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Barlerian, seconded by Commissioner Olson to approve TM
53890 subjectto the conditions listed. in the staffreport.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Baderian, Murphy, Olson
None
Commissioner Huang
Commissioner KaIemkiarian
Chairman Pro Tern Olson noted.that there isa ten day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by July 5th.
3. PUBLIC HEARING CUP 2002-008 & ADR 2002..014
5 W. Foothill Blvd. - Arco Services Station
Fred Fiedler and Associates for ARCOIBP West Coast Products
Consideration of a conditional use permit and architectural design review to replace'an existing
service station with a new 24-hour self-serve gas station and 1,700 sq. ft. convenience store
with beer and wine sales for off-site consumption.
The staff report was presented.
Mr. Kasama stated that the driveways will be consolidated so that there is only one driveway on each
street frontage, and the driveways will be located further away from. the intersection of Foothill Blvd.
and Santa Anita Ave. Also, a deceleration lane will be'provided along Foothill Blvd. to more safely
facilitate access from the street. Staff thought that the L.E.D. laser light strip should be deleted from the
design.
In reply to Commissioner Huang Mr. Kll""m.. said that the 1aser light could be replaced with a painted
strip and Commissioner Huang remarked that a painted strip would not be visible at night whereas the
laser light could be seen.
The public hearing was opened.
Alex Cueves, representing ARCO, 2322 S. Third. Arcadia, the project manager said they are in
agreement with all of the conditions listed in the staff with the exception of the one regarding the laser
light and the pole sign. The lighting strip along the top isilIuminated with neon type lighting. It
produces 1/3 of the illumination of a neon light. The distributed photo shows an example of one that
they have just completed in the City of South Gate. It goes well with the building and they feel that it
should be left as part of the design. The canopy's rounded design and the convenience mart's rounded
corners and this laser light go well with each other, If the light ise1iminated it will not flow as nicely. It
is difficult to substitute a light with a painted strip that will not be visible at night. With regard to the
pole sign, he stated that the sign is already existing, so they are not requesting to place a new pole sign,
they are only asking to be able to keep it and place a new sign on it. Ifthey do not have a pole sign, they
will be at a disadvantage with the other service station across the street that has a pole sign.
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In response to a question by Commissioner Murphy, Mr. Cueves said that the laser light is low intensity.
Tom Shriver, Pastor of the. Emmanuel Assembly of God Church, 23 W. Foothill Blvd., asked that there
be a 6' high wall around the perimeter of the property which he feh would provide safety for his
property. He did not object to the advertising light and feh that it would provide continuity, or to the
sale of alcoholic beverages.
In response to a question by Commissioner Murphy, Mr. Cueves said that they did not object to having a
6' high wall along the perimeter of the property. They could also use landscaping which would be
friendlier thana wall. He was willing to work with Mr. Shriver.
Ms. Butler said that code does not require a perimeter wall around commercial properties. It is
mandatory to have one along the north property line because it is an ReO zoned lot.
No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Pro Tern Olson closed the public hearing.
In answer to a question from Commissioner Baderlan, Ms. Butler said that when the City adopted the
new guidelines it was determined that pole signs should be discouraged, that monument signs are the
sign of choice. Several recent projects have been required to have monument signs in lieu of free
standing pole signs. She did not think that the monument sign would put ARCO at a disadvantage with
the station on the SW corner, of the intersection, since ARCO's prices are the most reasonable in town.
Staifis not in favor ofa pole sign and she was confidentthat ARCO could design a nice monument. sign.
Commissioner Huang remarked that this is a busy intersection. He asked if the curb cuts could be
further moved away from the intersection.
Mr. Kasama explained that currently, there are two driveways on each street. Staff has worked very
hard with the applicant to reduce the number of driveways. The driveway on Santa Anita has been
moved further north from the intersection without making it too difficuh to get into the site, Stafffeels
that a significant improvement has been made by reducing the number of driveways and by relocating
the driveways further away from the intersection and by providing a de~eleration lane along Foothill
Blvd.
Commissioner Huang concurred with staff'with regarding the pOle sign; after al~ thiS is a gateway to a
residential area. Itis the last commercial use before the residential uses. Therefore, a monument sign
would be more appropriate and would integrate better with the residential properties to the north. He
thought that the laser light is thin and elegant looking. He liked how it looked on the service station in
the City of South Gate that was depicted in the photos that were submitted.
Commissioner Olson agreed with regard to the laser light. He did not think that it would impact the
neighborhood and he thought it looked modem He was in agreement with regard to the monument
sign. Even though the station across the street has a pole sign, ARCO is in the process of change and
this is an opportunity to downsize the sign.
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" Commissioner Murphy said that the design and configuration of the pump island in relation to Foothill
Blvd. are much more desirable than the current situation. He liked the single driveway on each street
and was pleased that there would be a deceleration lane on Foothill Blvd. However, he wished that the
design would not be this modem
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Huang, secOnded by Commissioner Murphy to approve CUP
2002-008 & ADR 2002-014 subject to the conditions listed in the staff report, and permit the
neon laser light, file the Negative Declaration and direct staff to prepare the appropriate
resolution to be adopted at the P1anning Commission's July 9th meeting.
ROLLCALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Baderian, Huang, Murphy, Olson
None
Commissioner Kalemkiarian
Chairman Pro Tern Olson noted that there is a five working day appeal period after the adopton of the
resolution. The resolution will be adopted on July 9th. Appeals are to be filed by July 17th.
4. PUBLIC HEARING MP 2002-014
1165 Columbia Rd.
Kaling Wong
Consideration of modifications for a proposed rebuild ofan existing single-fumily residence.
The staff report was presented
Mr. Lambert said that the request and recommendation by staff are the same as what was previously
approved. The only change is that portions of the interior have been reconfigured. The requested
modification and the footprint of the house are the same as the previous plan. This project was approved
unanimously by the Planning Commission on August 22, 2000 and staff's recommendations have not
changed from the pre.vious approval
The.public hearing was opened.
Joe Ramos, 2075 N. First Ave., Upland, indicated that the owner who received the original approval has
moved out of California and allowed the modification to expire. The presentoWDer purchased the home
from him and with the exception of a few minor changes would like to remodel the home per the
previous approval. They are in agreement with all of the conditions listed in the staff report.
No onee1se spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Pro Tern Olson closed the public hearing.
MOTION
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It was moved by Commissioner, Baderian seconded by Commissioner Huang to approve MP
200i-0 14, subject to the conditions listed in the staff report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Baderian, Huang, Murphy, Olson
None
Commissioner Kalemkiarian
Chairman Pro Tern Olson noted that there is a five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed
by Juiy 300.
MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Wuo said that he would be absent from the next Planning Commission meeting. He
indicated that at the last City Council meeting, they decided to interview all 12 applicants for the various
Commissions. They wiJl be conducting the interviews on August8dt and have set aside 6 hours for this
task.
He indicated that the outgoing Planning Commissioners are being asked to continue to serve on this
Commission until their replacements have been appointed.
MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSION
Commissioner Murphy urged the City Council to look at R-l zoned lots and to prevent the cutting up of
these large lots. Arcadia is known as "Community of Homes" and he was concerned with this issue.
MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS
Chairman Pro Tem Olson noted that there was no Modification Committee meeting today.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
1. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
2. UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
Ms. Butler discussed the upcoming agenda items. ~he remarked that staff is looking at the City's sign
regulations.
ADJOURNMENT
8:00 p.rn.
/slDonna Butler
Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission
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