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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 10, 2004 '(I) . MINUTES . Arcadia City Planning Commission Tuesday, Febl'Wll'Y 10, 2004 7:00 p.rn. in the Arcadia City CounciICbambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, February 10,2004 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 Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian None OTHERS ATTENDING Council Member Gail Marshall Community Development Administrator Donna Butler Senior Planner Lisa Flores Senior Administrative Assistant Silva Vergel SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Butler distributed a revised list regarding items for discussion with City Council. Commissioner Hsu also distributed his list of items to be added to the items for disCussion. TIME RESERVED FOR mOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBUC HEARING MA'ITERS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER PERSON) None 1. PUBUC HEARING MP 2003-014 475 Stanford Dr. Mliiv Redshaw. Consideration of a modification for the construction of a new 192 sq. ft., first-story addition and a 1,438 sq, ft. second-story addition to the existing 2,339 sq. ft., single-story residence. The staft'report was presented and the public hearing was opened. Marv Bradshaw, 475 Stanford Dr., Said wOtlld like to improve the home and would like to go through the proper channels. They enjoy the quality of the area and would like to maintain the same roof elevation, siding and have the same type of a look. They feel that the addition would be compatible and have contacted their neighbors and received positive feedback. They are delighted to be in Arcadia. , . . Dale Brown, 16 N. Morengo, Pasadena, the architect, said the addition will be harmonious with the area and they went beyond the requirements of the radius map and showed the plans to the neighbors for their input and approval. Their goal is to have the addition be compatible with the area. The features of the home such as bay window, siding and plaster between the windows further makes the home compatible. The entry is understated. Steve Mathison, 900 Paloma, member of ArchitectUral Review Board, was there to confirm the board's approval and position with regard to this improvement. Kenneth Widemal, 472 Stanford, was confident that this would be an excellent project, especially because it would not interfere with his view. No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Lucas, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with no one dissenting. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Wen.to approve MP 2003- 014 subject to the conditions listed in the staff report. Commissioner Lucas remarked that this was an excellent and outstanding presentation. and hoped that more applicants would do the same. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: CommissionersHsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian None Chairman Baderiannoted thatthereis a five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by February] 7. CONSENT ITEM 2. MlNVTES OF 1/27/4 RECOMMENDATION: Approve MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Wen to approve the Minutes ofJanuary 27,2004 as published. ROLLCALL: Arcadia City Planning Commission 2 2/10/4 . . . AYES: NOES: Commissioners Hsu, Lucas, Olson, Wen, Baderian None MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL None opinionated immature MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSION Possible topics of discussion at joint study session with City Council. Chairman Baderian said that Ms. Butler distributed a list of suggested topics. He thought that they should agree upon 3-4 topics that they could discuss at the meeting. Ms. Butler read Commissioner Hsu's suggestions and noted that some of the issues raised by Commissioner Hsu are currently being addressed by staff and' are in the works. She noted that if someone meets all zoning requirements, it is difficult to deny a subdivision. COmmissioner Olson said that he would like to discuss the items that come before the Modification Committee, because there seems to be a redundancy. He thought they should be looking at the lot and its attributes instead of enforcing a rule that should be applied to every property. Commissioner Lucas felt they should think of as many items as possible to discuss with City Council instead of narrowing it down to just a few and then allow them to choose which items to discuss and Commissioner Olson agreed. Ms. Butler indicated that the first and second items (the fencing and parking requirements) on her list will probably be addressed before the proposed study session, therefore, those could be taken off the list. She also noted that their meeting should be scheduled after the election. Chairman Baderian felt that they should keep this item on the agenda, until the study session, so if they decide to talk about any issues or add to the list they can. Commissioner Olson felt they should meet before the study session and have a consensus on how they feel about certain issues and be prepared to make recommendations. Chairman Baderian concurred. It-was suggested that-any topics for discussion. should be e-mailed toMs, Butler, Chairman Baderian realized how difficult it would be to find adequate time to discuss the issues but felt that they should have as much time as possible set aside for their study session. Commissioner Olson remaiked thatthe Planning Commission is the next important commission after the City Council and wanted to make sure that they would have enough time to discuss the issues with City Council. Chairman Baderian remarked that there is a fifth Tuesday in June, which could be a good day for the study session. Arcadia city PIanniug Commission 3 2/1014 . . MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS Commissioner Olson summarized the Modification Committee actions. MATTERS FROM STAFF 1. CITY COUNCil. ACTIONS 2. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Butler remarked that in tonight's packet, the Planning Commission received information on the Planner's Institute and indicated that if anyone is interested in attending, should let staff know so arrangements could be made. ADJOURNTO MARCH 9TH 7.:50 p.m. IslDonna Butler Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission ArCadia City Plmming Commission 4 2/10/4.