HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 14, 2005
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Arcadia City PlaDniDg ColIIJIIission
Tuesday, June 14, 2005
7:00 porn. in the Arcadia City Council Chambers
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Plaooiog Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 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, Olson, Wen, Baderian
Commissioner Lucas
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to excuse Commissioner
Lucas from tonight's meeting. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting.
OTHERS ATTENDING
Planning Services Manager Corkran Nicholson
Senior Planner Lisa Flores
Associate Planner Tom Li
Assistant Planner Andrew Gonz8les
Senior Administrative Assistant Silva Vergel
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to read all resolutions by
title only and waive reading the full body of the resolution. The motion passed by voice vote
with none dissenting.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. -Nicholson indicated"thata revised Resolution No. 1728 was distributed.
TIME RESERVED FOR mOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE
PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBUC BEARING MATTERS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER
PERSON)
A1ikei Haralambos, 935 W. Duarte Rd. #10, asked how high would the walls be for the project at 941
W. Duarte Rd. She did not want to feel boxed in between this new development and the one to the east.
Chairman Baderian replied that this could be addressed when the public hearing is opened for the
subject site.
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1. PUBLIC HEARING TM 62920
941 W. Duarte Rd.
Hank Jong
Consideration ofa tentative map for a 5-unit residential condominium project.
The staff report was presented.
In answer to questions by the Planning Commission, Mr. Gonzales stated thatthe building height will be
29' -3", which is in compliance with code. Code permits 30' building height.
The public hearing was opened.
Chris Quo, EGL Associates, 11823 Slauson, Santa Fe Springs, 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.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Hsu,seconded by Commissioner Olson 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 Hsu to approve TM 62920
subject to the conditions in the staff report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
Chairman Baderian noted that there is a ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be.filed by June 27th.
2. PUBLIC HEARING TPM 2005-004
307 E. Duarte Rd.
Caliland Engineering, Inc.
Consideration of a' tentative parcel map .for a 3-unit residential condominium project.
The staff report was presented.
In answer to a question by Commissioner Olson, Mr. Nicholson indicated that the project complies with
code.
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The public hearing was opened.
Kevin Li, Caliland Engineering, 1216 S. Garfield Ave., No 200, Alhambra, said they are in agreement
with all of the conditions in the staffreport.
No one else spoke in favor of or in. opposition to this item.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Olson to close the public
hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with no onedissentiog.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Olson to approve TPM 2005-
004 subject tothe conditions in the staff report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
Chairman Baderian noted that there is a ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by June 27th.
3. PUBLIC BEARING CUP 2005-09 and ADR 2004-28
625 W. Las Tunas Dr.
Alex Cuevas, Fielder Group
Consideration of a conditional use permit for an automated self-service car wash in conjunction
with an automobile fueling station, a 24-hour convenience store with the sale of beer and wine
and a modification to allow 6 fueling dispensers in.1ieu of 8 required. The proposed hours of
operation for the automated self-service car wash will be. from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., 7-days a
week.
Resolution No. 1728
A resolution of the City of Arcadia, California, granting CUP 2005-09 and ADR No. 04-028 to
allow a new automobile fueling station, permit the sales of beer and wine within the
convenience store, and a modification to allow 6 fueling positions in lieu of 8 required at 625
W.Las Tunas Dr.
The staff report was preserrled.
In reply to questions by the Planning Commission, Ms. Flores stated that the vacuum cleaners would be
wrapped with special blankets, which will reduce the noise level by 40%.
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With regard to the noise level, Mr. Nicholsonindieated that if complaints are received, the City's Code
Enforcement officers would visit the site and measure the decibel levels.
The public hearing was opened.
Alex Cuevos, 2322 W. Third St., Los Angeles, 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.
MOTION:
It was O1ovedby Commissioner Olson, 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 Hsu, seGOnded byConunissioner Olson to approve CUP 2005-
09 and ADR 2004-28 and adopt Resolution No. 1728.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
Chairman Baderian noted that the there five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by
June 2161.
4. PUBLIC HEARING CUP 2005-011
902 S. Baldwin Ave.
Melinda Soo Hoo and Elizabeth Soong
Consideration of a conditional use permit for a dance instruction studio with up to 10 students
in an existing 3,300 sq. ft. commercial unit.
Resolution No. 1731
A resolution of the City of Arcadia, California, granting CUP 2005-11 for a 3,300 sq. ft. dance
instruction studio with up to 10 students at 902 S. Baldwin Avenue.
The staff report was presented.
Mr. Li indicated that there are no modifications required with this request, however, as part of this
approval they are requited to upgrade the parking lot.
The public hearing was opened.
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Melinda Soo Hoc, 6330 Temple City Blvd., Temple City, said they are in agreement with all of the
conditions in the staff report. This will be a year around use. She could not speak on the behalf of the
property owner and whether he would redo the parking lot because she is the tenant. She said that She
has no Control over that issue. However, she is in contact with the owner and will advise him of this
condition.
Mr. Nicholson said this is one of the conditions of approval. Ifthe applicant is unable to comply with it,
she may wish to pursue an amendment to the CUP. He noted there would bea fee that would have to be
paid at that time.
No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to close the public
hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with no one dissenting.
Mr. Nicholson went on to say that this is not an uncommon condition when the site is in need of repair.
He encouraged the applicant to comply because he did not think that staff could support the use without
this condition.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve CUP 2005-
011 and adopt Resolution No. 1731.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
Chairman Baderian noted that the there is a five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed
by June 21st.
CONSENT ITEMS
5. PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINATION
Finding that the proposed C.I.P. for 2005-2006 is consistent with the General Plan.
Mr. Nicholson presented the staff report.
Phil Wray, City Engineer, said that many of the items on this list are long-term projects stemming from
the City's Master Plan. There are some boards, such as Parks and Recreation, that have the opportunity
to review these items. This list is then forwarded to the City Council for their approval.
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MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu finding that the
proposed Capital Improvement Program is in conformance with the General Plan.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, OlSon, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
5. MINUTES OF 5/24/5
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve the Minutes
of5/24/5 as published.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Wen, Baderian
None
Commissioner Lucas
MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
Council Member Marshall said that Caruso has been showing his plans to citizens groups. Mr.
Nicholson said that staff was shown. the plans but they did not leave it with them.
Council Member Marshall said that there would be a dedication for Arcadian soldiers on July 14th.
Mr. Nicholson said that staff has not received.thesecond phase of Westfield.
Commissioner. Olson summarized the actions taken by the Modification Committee. He spoke briefly
about the arborist's role and stated that when mature trees are removed to make way for new homes,
replacement trees are planted at more appropriate locations. In the long run, this is a better method
because of the control that is used in planting the trees.
Mr. Nicholson explained that staff feels that the ratio of replacement trees is acceptable. He said that
sometimes they are requesting that 3 trees be planted in place of one that is being removed. Sometimes,
the mature trees that seem healthy are really diseased and could become a liability.
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MATTERS FROM STAFF
1. CITY COUNCIL ACTIONS
2. PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Nicholson indicated that the applicant has withdrawn his application for the job training school at 19
E. Live Oak. The Planning Commission had denied this applicant and the applicant had appealed it to
the City Council.
ADJOURN TO JULY 12, 2005
7:45 p.m.
Is/Corkran Nicholson
Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission
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