HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 14, 2006
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Tuesday, Febru.uy 14, 2006
7:00 p.m. In tits Arcadia City ColIDCil CJuo...'-1!
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday,
February 14, 2006 at 7:00 p.rn. in the Arcadia Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at
240 W. Huntington Dr. with Chainnan Lucas presiding.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
Commissioner Baderian
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson,. seconded by Commissioner Hsu to excuse
Commissioner Baderi.an from tonight's meeting. The motion passed by voice vote
with none dissenting.
OTHERS ATTENDING
Acting Community. Development Administrator Corkran Nicholson
Associate Planner Tom Li
Assistant Planner Andrew Gonzales
Senior Administrative Assistant Silva VergeI
supPT.~AL INFOR1IIIATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Nicholson indicated that a revised page 3 was distributed for MP 2006-03.
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 MP 2006-01
51 E. Longden Avenue
Shih-Yuan Wu
Consideration of modifications for a new 5,137 sq. ft. two-story, single-family
residence.
The staff report was presented
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In answer to a question from Commissioner Hsu. Mr. Li said that this is a typical reverse
COmer lot and he explained the requirements. Mr. Nicholson further explained that this is a
means to make a detexmination of the setback.
The public hearing was opened.
Steve Wu, 516 Gloria, Temple City, said this is his future residence. He is the architect of
the project and said tht they are in agreement with all of the conditions in the staffs
recommendation.
Linda Lowrey, 50 E. Arthur, said that the way Arthur was developed warrants the subject
request. The original setback would be inappropriate because of the way that it would
situate the new house. She was in favor of the request. This will be an improvement over
the existing condition. The property has been vacant for a while and pest control. has been
an issue. She asked that before the houseis.demolished, abatement be done so the rodents
do not go into neighbor's properties.
In response to a question by Ms. Lowrey, Mr. Li.replied that the guest house would remain.
Mr. Nicholson said this could be a. condition of approval.
Mr. Wu was in agreement with providing pest control priorto demolition.
No one else s})oke in favor 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.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu. Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
CommiSsioner Olson suggested that in addition to vector control, if they could be required
to provide a landscape plan that is approved by staff. He went on to say that this would be
an improvement on Arthur Ave.
MOTION:
It. was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approVe
MP 2006-01 subject to the conditions in the staff repon. This approval is based on
providing 'a landscape plan to be approved by Planning SeIVices as well as providing
vector control prior to demolition.
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ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner. Baderian
Chainnan Lucas indicated that there is a five working day appeal period. Appeals are
to be filed by February 23"'. .
2. PUBLIC HEARING MP 2006-02
2529 S. Santa Anita Ave.
Don Murphy, architect on behalf of owner. Antonio Anfiteatro
Consideration of modifications for a second-story addition to an existing single-
story residence.
The staff report was presented.
Mr. Gonzales remarked that this project was submitted prior to the design review
requirements.
Chairman Lucas said that based on the numbering of the applications. it appears to him
that this project would be subject to architectural design review and Mr. Nicholson
explained that the applicant had requested this particular date as the public hearing date.
The public hearing was opened.
Don Murphy, 55 W. Sierra Madre, Sierra Madre. In answer to a question by Commissioner
Hsu, Mr. Murphy said that the wrought iron windows are for aesthetics purposes and not
security. He stated that the address would remain the same for the new residence. The
primary street frontage would be on the secondary street.
Commissioner Hau asked if more embellishments could be provided on the Santa Anita side
of the home and Mr. Murphy said that they could improve upon it without compromising the
50% rebuild rule. He.said ~ey ~e in agreement with all of the conditions in the staff report.
No one else spoke in favor or in opposition to this item.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hau to close the
public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with no one dissenting.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Hau, Olson, Lucas
None
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ABSENT: Commissioner Baderian
Mr. Nicholson explained that changing the address of a home is very involved as many
departments and outside entities must be contacted and notified. Staff is in agreement
with this request. He felt they could work with the architect and provide additional
treatments to the east elevation to be compatible with the north elevation.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve
MP 2006-02 subject to the conditions in the staff report with additional
embellishtnents to the easterly elevation and have staff review and ensure
conformity with the intent of Architectural Design Review.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsll, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner.Baderian
Chairman Lucas indicated that there is a five working day appeal period. Appeals are
to be filed by February 23'd.
3. PUBLICHEARIl1TG TM 65564
602 and 604 S. Second Avenue, 601 S. Third Avenue
Richard Tipping, .Bowden Development, Inc.
Consideration of a tentative parcel map for a 12-unit residential condominium
project.
The staff report was presented and the public hearing was opened.
Gordon Maddock, Baldwin Realty, 901 S.First. representing the owner and seller; The
applicant indicated that they have read the staff report and are in agreement with all of the
conditions.
No one 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.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
CommissionerS Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
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MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve
TM 65564 subject to the conditions in the staff report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
Chainnan Lucas indicated that there is a ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by
February 24th.
4. PUBlJC HEARING UP 2006-03
1415S. Eighth Ave.
Alison Fung of Arch-1M Inc. (Designer)
Consideration of a front yard setback modification for the rebuild of an existing
single-family residence.
The staff report was presented and the publiC hearing was opened.
Terence Chen, 9550 Flair Dr., El Monte, said that they have read the staff report and. are in
agreement with all of the conditions.
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No one else spoke. in favor 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.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Ji!!u. Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
Mr. Nicholson indicated that this item was submitted for plan check prior to the
implementation of Architectural Design Review.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve
MP 2006-03 subject to the conditions in the staff report.
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ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
Chairman Lucas indicated that there is alive working day appeal period. Appeals are
to be filed by February 23"'.
5. PUBLIC HEARING TPM 2006-01
55OS. Second Avenue and 523 S. Third Avenue
David L, Lindell (Land StuVeyor)
Consideration ofa tentative parcel map creating two lots from two existing lots.
The staffreport.was presented,
In answer to a question by Chaizman Lucas, Mr. Li said that the lot split will not affect the
required parking. Mr. Nicholson said that if they do not proceed within the specified time,
then it will be turned over to the City Attomey for further action. Staff can issue citation if
the need arises. He went on to say that a covenant will set forth the conditions of approval.
The public hearing was opened.
Randy Schulman, Executive Vice President of the congregation said that the their parking
requirements is actually 15-20 spaces over the requirement. The current parking lot needs
to be re-striped. They are in agreement with all oithe conditions in the staff report. It is
their intent to improve the entire building and the money from this will provide that
opportunity for them.
Mr. Nicholson said that what is before the Planning Commissioner is the Jot split.
No one else spoke in favor 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.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
.NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
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MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve
TPM 2006-01 subject to the conditions in the staff report.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsll, Olson. Lucas
None
Commissioner Baderian
Chairman Lucas indicated that thereJs a ten-day appeal period. Appeals. are to be filed by
February 24th.
CONSENT ITEMS
6. MINUTES OF 1/28/6
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Hsu approve .the
Minutes o~ 1/28/6.
ROLL CALL:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioners Hsu, Olson, Lucas
None
Commissioner BadeIian
MA'ITERS FROM CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
Gail Marshall said that there is a new Planning Commissioner. Mr. Nicholson said that the
public hearings for the Caruso project is tentatively chedued for May 2"d, 9th or the 30"'.
MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS
Commissioner Olson snmm,nizedthe action taken by the Modification Committee.
MATTERS FROM STAFF
1. CITY COuNCIL ACTIONS
2, PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEMS
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ADJOURN TO MARCH 28, 2006
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/s/Corlaan Nicholson
Secretary, Arcadia Planning Commission
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