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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 10, 2003 (i) . MINUTES . ... Arcadia City Planning Commission Tuesday, JUDe 10,2003 7:00 p.m. in Ihe Areadia City CouDcil Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, June 10,2003 at 7:00 p.m.. in the Arcadia Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Dr. with Chairman David Olson presiding. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: ABSENT: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson None OTHERS A TTENDlNG Council Member Gail Marshall Community Development Adminimator Donna Butler Senior Planner Jim Kasama Senior Adrninistrative Assistant Silva Vergel SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS None TIME RESERVED FOR. THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBLIC HEARING MATTERS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER PERSON) None 1. PUBLIC HEARING CUP 2003-006 & ADR 2002-041 1038S. Baldwin Ave. Frank Yang Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review, and Parking Modifications to build and operate a 2-story, 3,300 sq. it restaurant with a maximum dining capacity of60 people, and with beer and wine service. The staff report was presented. In answer toa question from Commissioner Lucas, Mr. Kasama indicated the signs depicted in the plan are conceptual only: All signs will have to go through architectural design review. He indicated that they would be permitted to have "to go" orders. The public hearing was opened. -. . . Frank Yang, 338 Whispering Pines was presented and introduced his architect and said that they are in agreement with all of the conditions listed in the staff report. C.F. Young, 1055 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, the architect of the project, said that they have been working on this project for over a year now with staff. He felt they have finally come up with a design that appeals to both the applicant and staff. This design addresses all of the previous concerns. It will be an asset to this corner. The parking issues have been resolved. This will not be a food factory. The kitchen will occupy 75% of the building and the remainder will .be for the restaurant. They need the large kitchen because all food is freshly prepared. They feel that the design is handsome and dynamic. The courtyard will enhance the area. This will be an upscale restaurant. In answer to a question by Commissioner Lucas, Mr. Young said that the present restaurant is immediately to the south of the subject site. They do not anticipate merging the two and having just one kitchen. Although, that is possible, it is not the intent. Each will be operated separately. Mr. Yang owns the subject site but the property to the south.has a different owner. He went 011 to say that the project would be landscaped nicely. No one eise spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. Chairman Olson closed the public hearing. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve CUf 2003-006 & ADR 2002-041. file Negative Declaration subject to all the conditions listed in the staff report and direct staff to prepare the appropriate Resolution. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu,Lucas, Wen, Olson None Chairman Olson noted that there is a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution. The resolution will be adopted on July 8th. Appeals are to be fiI~ by July J 6th.. 2. PUBLIC HEARING TPM.2003-002 21 Geooa St. Yong Zhang Consideration of a tentative parcel map for the conversion of a 3-unit apartment building into condominiums. The staff report was presented. In reply to a question from Commissioner Lucas, Mr. Kasama said that most developers subdivide the properties that they develop. The City does.not have any control over whether these units are leased or sold. The projects are subdivided.so they can be sold. Arcadia City Planning Commission 2 6/10103 ./" . . In aDswerto a qucstion from Commissioner Baderian, Mr. Kasama said that the City does not have an inspection progran1 on a regular basis. Commissioucr Baderian was concerned about the safety issues. The public hearing was opened. Heather Barnes, 2133 S. Baldwin, 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. In response to a qucstion by Commissioner Hsu, Ms. Butler said that before securing the final map, the property would be inspected to ensure compliance. Some of the non-compliances are a result of Building and Fire code changes from the time that this building was constructed. Motion It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve TPM 2003-002, file Negative Declaration subject to all the conditions listed in the stafr report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson None Chairman Olson noted that there is a tenoday appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by June 23'd. CONSENT ITEM 3. MINUTES OF 512712003 RECOMMENDATION: Approve 4. PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINATION Consideration of a vacation of a portion of right-of-way on Sunset Blvd. adjacent to the Ralph's Grocery Store at 1101 W. Huntington Dr. RECOMMENDATION: Approve 5. PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINATION Consideration ofa vacation ofa portion of the alley west ofVaIencia Ave. directiy north of.Foothill Blvd. RECOMMENDATION: Approve Ms. Butler presented the reports. An:adia Cit}"PI~in8 Conunission 3 6/10103 '- . . . The Planning Commission wished to discuss item No.5 so it was pulled off of the Consent Agenda. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve Item Nos. 3 and 4 under Consent items. ROLL CALL: . AYES: NOES: Commissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson None Commissioner Hsu asked for clarification on the vacation of the alley west of Valencia Way. Who will take possession of the vacated portions? Will it be available for future developments? Will it part of the setback? Mr. Wray said that once the alley is vacated the adjacent property owners would take possession of it. They could develop the area and that portion would become a part of their property and .that would be the new property line. He explained how the alley was created. In answer to a question by Commissioner Lucas, Mr. Wray said that the property to the north is already utilizing the westerly portion of the alley as well as the area to the south of it . He has negotiated with the property owner on the south to purchase the southerly portion of the alley, once the vacation is completed. The two owners have already reached an agreement and are just waiting-for the completion of this process.. If their deal falls through, the City will not proceed with the vacation. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Wen to approve CoIisent item 5. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Conunissioners Baderian, Hsu, Lucas, Wen, Olson None MATTERs FROM CiTY COONCIL Council. Member Marshall suggested having volunteers conducting inspections on older units, especially since the City only has 2 code enforcement officers. Ms. Butler replied that in this case, the issues are specific relating to Building & Fire Codes and unless the volunteers are experienced it woulo not be advisable. Ms. Butler said that the safety issues with the project that was on the agenda deah with Building and Fire Code issues. An experienced inspector would need to conduct the inspections. Also, the second floor balcony slats would need to be inspected by a Building Inspector. A.._.Iia ("ifu 01.........'" f"'...-:....."........ . a,' . . . . Ms. MlI1'Shall said that the skate park opening would be on July 9th. August 5th is the official legal holiday, which was when the City was incorporated. A lot of activities have been scheduled for that day. It will be an all day celebration. She discussed various issues that the City Manager is involved in. She said that she is working on getting a miniature, 3D replica of the float that was in the Rose Parade and she would like to have it in the museum. Any donations should be forwarded to the City Hall to be deposited in the appropriate account. MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSION Commissioner Lucas was concerned about the stacking of cars on some of the intersections in the City, particularly Huntington Dr. and Baldwin Ave. He felt the lanes were not long enough to accommodate the turning traffic. He wondered if that was something that the Platming Commission should be involve<! in. Ms. Butler replied that she would contact Mr. Penman with this concern. In answer to a question by Commissioner Hsu, Ms. Butler said that a parking agreement has been filed for the old 991! shopping center. They have submitted architectural design review planS for the entire center. Stafl.wouldprefer that the parking be done in conjunction with the rehab of the center. Chairman Olson wished Mr. Kasama good luck. He indicated the he has worked with him for many years. The City and staffwill miss him greatly. The Planning Commissio~ agreed. MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS Chairman Olson summarized the Modification Committee actions. MATIERS FROM STAFF I. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS 2. UPLANNlNG COMMlSSIONOMING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Butler invited the Planning Commission to attend the get together for Mr. Kasama, which will be held on Friday, June 20"h at Pepper's at 4:30. Ms. Butler briefed the planning Commission on the projects that staff is working on, some of which will eventually will come to the Planning CoinmiSsion for their review. - ADJOURN TO JULY 8TH 7:40 p.m. IsIDonna Butler Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission Artadia c'jty Planning Commission s 6/10103