HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 22, 2003
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Arcadia City Planning Cnmmi<$ion
Tuesday, July 22, 2003
7:00 p.m. in the Arcadia City Council Chamben
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, July 22,2003 at
7:00 p.m. in the Arcadia Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Dr. with
Chairman Baderian presiding.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Commissioners ~ Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
OTHERS ATTENDING
Council Member Gail Marshall
Community Development Administrator Donna Butler
Associate Planner Joe Lambert
Senior Administrative Assistant Silva Vergel
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
None
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Lucas to read all resolutions
by title only and waive reading the fully body of the resolution.
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
TIME RESERVED FOR mOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE
PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBLIC HEARlNGMAlTERS (5 MINUTE LlMIT PER
PERSON)
None
1. PUBLIC HEARING TPM 2003-009
31 Lucille St.
Richfield Dynasty Investment; Inc.
Consideration ofa tentative parcel map for a 2-unit residential condominium project.
The staff report was presented and the public hearing was opened.
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Heather Barnes, Tritech Associates, 2133 S. Baldwin Ave., said they are in agreement with all of the
conditions in the staff report.
No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Baderian closed the public hearing.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Lucas to approve TPM
2003-009 subject to all the conditions listed in the staffreport and file Negative Declaration
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
ChainnanBaderilln noted that there is !! ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by August
2nd.
2. PUBLIC HEARING MP 2003-003 & ADR 2003-018
928 W. Duarte Rd.
Andy Yu
Consideration of a modification for the construction of a new 3,237 sq. ft. single-family
dwelling on a,36' wide lot in the R-3 zone.
The staff report was presented.
in answer to a question by Commissioner Olson, Mr. Lambert explained the density requirements.
Based on code requirements it is virtually impossible to develop this lot with a multiple-family project
without significant modifications.
in reply to a question by Commissioner Lucas, Mr. Lambert replied by saying thatthis lot is virtually
landlocked. He.explained the uses surrounding the subject property are developed with large apartment
units or condominiums.
The public hearing was opened.
No one spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Baderianclosed the public hearing.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissi()ner Lucas, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve MP 2003-
003 & ADR 2003-018 subject to the conditions in the staff report.
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ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Chairman Baderian noted that there is a five working-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by
July 30.b
3. PUBLIC HEARING CUP 200~ &.ADR 2003-060
306-310 S. First
Hank long
Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review Application to
construct an approximate 26,900 square foot mixed-use project featuring eight residential units
and 10,767 squarereet of commercial space at 306-310 S. First Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 1695
A Resolution of the City of Arcadia, California, granting CUP 2003-005 for the construction of
a mixed use project at 306-310 S. First Ave.
The staff report was presented.
In reply to a question by Commissioner Lucas, ML Lambert replied by saying that the second level will
not cantilever over the driveway because it is setback. He explained the reasoning behind the proposed
parking. During architectural design review, it was determined, after lengthy analysis and considering
that parking garages are difficult, to require them to provide adequate parking would be cumbersome.
After consideration, staff felt that it would be better to require less compact spaces and require a
minimal modification than to comply with code and have more compact spaces. This decision was
based on the fact that there is on-street parking available on First and California and that some patrons
may not want to utilize. the parking garage. There are pillars and structural posts in the parking garage
which make parking a little more difficult in a parking garage.
Commissioner Wen concurred with staff regarding the parking recommendation. He thought that
compact spaces could cause problems. He was confused about the residents vs. commercial parking
area and Mr. Lambert explained the parking layout for the residential and commercial uses.___ _
Mr. Lambert said that approval will be for both the CUP and the architectural design review. The color
scheme and features are a part of the architectural design review. With respect to the style of the
project, Mr. Lambert indicated that hopefully this would set a trend of diverse developments. He
explained that the parking along First and California is parallel parking and there will be no loss of
spaces as a result of this project.
The public hearing was opened.
Romolo, De Paolis, property owner, 310-316 first, said they are in agreement with all of the conditions
in the staff report. .
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No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
Chairman Baderian closed the public hearing.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Lucas, seconded by Commissioner Wen to approve CUP
2003-005 & ADR 2003-060 subject to the conditions in the staff report, and file Negative
Declarationand adopt Resolution No, 1695.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen,Baderian
None
Chairman Baderian noted that five working day appeal period after the adoption of the resolution.
Appeals are to be. filed by July 30tb
CONSENT ITEM
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RECOMMENDATION: Approve
.It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Wen to approve the Consent
Item.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian
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MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Marshall announced upcoming city events and recent City Council actions. She
indicated that Council Member Kovacic is now the mayor-for a 3-months-and Council Member Wuo
will be the Mayor the.next 3-months. She discussed the various activities that have been scheduled for
August 5th which is Arcadia's lOoU' Birthday.
MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSION
Commissioner Lucas indicated that he would be absent from the next meeting.
Commissioner Olson congratulated Commissioner Baderian for being nominated to be the Chairman. In
turn, Chairman Baderian thanked Commissioner Lucas for chairing the previous meeting.
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MODIFICATION COMMlTTEE MEETING ACTIONS
Commissioner Olson summarized the Modification Committee actions.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
1. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
2. UPLANNING COMMlSSIONOMING AGENDA ITEMS
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ADJOl1RNM:ENT
7:45 p.m.
Is/Donna Butler
Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission
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