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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 12, 2008 9 . . . . MINUTES ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, February 12, 2008, 7:00 P.M Arcadia City Council Chambers The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, February 12,2008 at 7:00 p;m., in the Council Chambers.ofthe City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive, with Vice Chairman Beranek presiding. PLEDGE.OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: PRESENT: ABSENT: Commissioners Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek Commissioner Baderian MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner ParriUe, to excuse Commissioner Baclerian from tonight's meeting, The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. OTHERS A TrENDING Development Services Director Jason Kruckeberg Associate Planner Tom Li Assistant Planner Steven Lee Administrative Assistant Billie Tone MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, to read the Resolution by title only and waive reading the full text of the Resolution. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS None TIME RESERVED FOR mOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBUC HEARING MA TIERS - Five-minute time limit per ~rson None . . 1. PUBLIC HEARING TENTATIVE MAP NO. 70231 724 West Fairview Avenue Charles Huang (Property Owner) The applicant is requesting approval of a Tentative Map for an eight-unit residential condominium subdivision. Associate Planner Tom Li presented the staff report. The public hearing was opened. There were no. speakers. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to close the public hearing. Without objection the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Parrille noted that the project is consistent with the General Plan and is a reasonable use of the property. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Baerg, to approve Tentative Map No. 70231 subject to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek None Baderian There is a ten day appeal period from the date of the decision. Appeals are to be filed by February 25, 2008. 2. PUBLIC HEARING MODIFICATION APPLICATION NO. MP 07-09 1446 San.CarlosRoad Phuong "Kenny" Tran (Owner! Builder) The applicant is requesting a modification for a 20' -0" northerly street side yard setback in lieu of the 35'-0" special setback for a proposed rebuild that would add 1,629 sq. ft. of living space, a 660 sq. ft. basement, and a detached 713 sq. ft. garage to the previously existing 2,563 sq. ft. single-stOl)' residence. PC MINUTES 1-22-ll8 Page 2 Note: The proted plans have b~n ap~rOVed by the sJIt Anita Oaks Architectural Review Board. The applicant has revised the plans to comply with all the changes requested by the Homeowners' Association. Associate Planner Tom Li presented the staff report. Commissioner Parrille asked if there had been any comments or objections from neighbors. Mr. Li said that he hadn'treceived any. The public hearing was opened. Mr. James Allen said that he is in partnership with the applicant, Mr. Kenny Tran. Mr. Allen said that they addressed all the issues raised in the December 11 meeting and hope for approval now. There were no speakers in opposition to the project. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to close the public hearing. Without objection the public bearing was closed. Commissioner Hsu noted that he was glad to see that the applicant and Homeowner's Association worked together toward a solution and that he can now support this project. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Parrille, to approve Modification Application No. MP 07-09 subject to the conditions in the staffreport. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek None Baderian There is a five working day appeal period from Appeals'should be filed by February2I, 2008. 3. PUBLIC HEARING MODIFICATION APPUCA TION NO. MP 07-11 AND BOA APPEAL 2023 Highland Oaks.Drive Andrew Berkun (Property Owner) PC MINUfE8 I.~ Poge 3 The applicant iLng the Hi~and ~ome Owners' aciation's Architectural Review Board's denial to legalize an existing 382 sq. ft. wood deck in the front yard, and the following three Modifications: 1. A 4'-6" front yard setback in lieu of the minimum 25'-0" required to maintain the existing deck; 2. A zero southerly side yard setback in lieu of the minimum 8'-f/"required to maintain the existing deck; 3. A 6' -0" separation between the existing deck and the main dwelling in lieu of the required 10'-0" minimum. Assistant Planner Steven Lee presented the staff report. The public hearing was opened. The applicant, Mr. Andrew Berkun, stated that removal of the deck would create an unreasonable hardship for him and his family because the demolition would bea safety hazard to his children. He also said that he felt that the exposed hill would be subject to erosion. Mr. Berkun pointed out that he found fire retardant paint for the deck. He said that his family has lived in the house for six years and the deck has been there much longer. He further stated that there'is no evidence that a permit was not granted on.the deck when it was frrst built. Mr. Berkun asked for a five year timeframe should he be required to remove the deck. The following did not provide their full names but spoke in favor of the appeaL Ms. Joyce, a neighbor, said that her children play with the Berkun children and they enjoy the deck. She said that removal of the deck presents a safety hazard. Mr. Lee, another neighbor, spoke through Ms. Joyce who served as interpreter, Mr.Lee said his two granddaughters also play at the Berkun house and he agrees that removal of the deck presents a safety hazard. The following spoke in opposition to the appeal. Mr. Phil Consiglio, President oftbe Highland Homeowners' Association, said that the Association reviewed the deck and felt that it is both a safety and fire hazard, it is not consistent with the architecture.in the area, it violates too many ordinances and that the hill is eroding beneath the deck. For these reasons, Mr. Consiglio, representing the Homeowners' Association, recommends denial of the application. In the interests of safety for the children who play there, Mr. Consiglio suggests a fence. Commissioner Hsu asked if the Architectural Review Board reviewed the applicant's response to their findings. Mr. Consiglio said that they haO but they found the solutions they suggested to be inadequate. He suggested that if the applicant wants a deck he should build one that meets city requirements. PC MINu:rES 1.22-08 Page 4 The applicant _e in rebuttal to' the op~sition. . Mr. Berkunpointed out that there is a deck in the front yard of the house next to his. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to close the public hearing. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek None Baderian Commissioner Baerg noted that the deck was built about fourteen years ago lending it some legitimacy. He felt that approval of the deck wouldn't set a precedent because it is unique to the property. Commissioner Parrille pointed out that this is a difficult sitUation because the deck probably can't be modified to meet standards. Commissioner Hsu said that he visited the site and saw that code. requirements are not met. He said he feels the deck is dangerous. and unsightly and should be bought up to rode or tom down as recommended by the Homeowner's Association. Vice Chairman Beranek said that feels that, except in the case of extreme mitigating circumstances, the recommendations of the Homeowners' Associations should be supported. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Hsu, to deny Modification Application No. MP 07~11. Commissioner Hsu asked for a recommendation from staff on the deadline for demolition of the deck. Mr. Kruckeberg said that itis reasonable to allow 30 to 60 days and this timeframe is enforced through Code Services. He added that the timeframe selected was the choice of the Commission. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners Hsu, Parrille and Beranek Baerg Baderian PC MINUTES 1.~8 Pogo 5 There. is a five L day app~ periO~. Appeals shoA filed by February 21, 2008. Mr. Kruckeberg asked the Chairman to clarify who will determine the timeframe for demolition. Chairman Beranek confirmed that staffwill determine and enforce the timeftame. 4. PUBLIC HEARING MODIFICATION APPLICATION NO. MP 08-01 AND SINGLE FAMILY ARCHlTECfURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. SFADR 07-48 157 West Pamela Road Nasser Zomorod (Property Owner) The applicant is requesting the following modifications and architectural design review for a proposed addition to an existing single-family residence. The applicant is requesting the followingmoditicationsand architectural design review for a proposed addition to an existing single-family residence: I. A.5' -0" easterly side yard setback in lieu. of the required 6'-0" minimum for a first floor addition to align with the existing dwelling; 2. A 10'-O".easterly side yard setback in lieu of the required 12'-0" minimum for a second floor addition. Associate Planner Tom Li presented the staff report. Commissioner Parrille asked if the new garage is within the setback requirements and Mr. Lee confirmed thatit is. The public hearing was opened. Mr. Zomorod, the applicant, said he will comply with staff's recommendations MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to close the public hearing: Without objection the public hearing was closed. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baerg, to approve Modification Application No. MP 08-0 I and Single Family Architectural Design Review No. SF ADR 07-48 subject to the conditions in the staff report. PC MINUTES \.22.08 Pago 6 ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: . . Commissioners Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek None Baderian There is a five working dayappeaI period from. Appeals should be filed by February 21, 2008. CONSENT ITEMS 5. RESOLUTION 1770 A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, approving Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 07-13 and Architectural Design Review No. ADR 07-12 for a 362 squlU"e foot wireless communications equipment enclosure and a fifty-five foot (55') tall monopole. antenna structure camouflaged as an elm tree at 123 W. Colorado BoulevlU"d. RECOMMENDATION: Approve Mr. Kruckeberg briefly reviewed the project. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner ParrilIe, seconded by Commissioner Hsu to approve Resolution 1770, as submitted. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN Commissioners Hsu, Parrille and Beranek None Baderian Baerg 6. MINUTES OF JANUARY 22, 2008 RECOMMENDATION: Approve MOTION: Without objection the minutes were approved as submitted. MATIERS FROM CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION Vice Chairman Beranek asked for information or training on.CEQA and Mr. Kruckeberg said that staff could provide this. PC MINUTES \.22-{)8 Page 7 . MODIFICATION COMMITI'EE MEETING AcnONS . Commissioner ParriIle reported that there was one item on the Modification Committee agenda and it was continued to February 26, 2008. FURTHER MATI'ERS FROM STAFF Mr. Kruckeberg reported that the proposed design of the new city hall building was presented at the last City Council meeting'and revisions were discussed. The Council will review the revisions in study session inMarch. Mr, Kruckeberg said that the General Plan contract was approved by the City Council and that the city is recruiting volunteers for a citizen's advisory committee. He also, said that the Parks fee was approved and the details of implementation are being developed. He noted that the Community Development Administrator position closes this Thursday and reviewed the status of the CarusoJWestfield'lawsuit. Commissioner Parrille said he attended a seminar at Caltrans designed especially for Planning Commissioners and found it to be very informative and helpful. ADJOURNMENT 7:55 p.m Is/Jason Kruckeber~ Secretary; Arcadia Planning Commission PC MINUTES 1-22'()8 !'ago 8