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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOVEMBER 10, 1959 r ROLL CALL MINUTES ZONE CHANGE Foothill Blvd. ~ -. -. MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1959 The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 o'clock P.M., November 10, 1959 with Chairman Acker presiding. PRESENT: Commissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin. ABSENT: Commissioner Michler OTHERS PRESENT: Nicklin, Forbes, Talley and Mrs. Maroshek The minutes of the meeting held October 27, 1959 were approved as written and mailed. The commission held a public' hearing on the application of Elvin T. Wayment and others for a change of zone on the rear portion of the pro- perty at 205, 219 and 229 E. Foothill Boulevard and 1120 N. Second Avenue from Zone PR-l to Zones C-2 and D. The Secretary read the report which stated the area in question involves the first three lots east of Second Avenue on the north side of Foothill Boulevard. These 3 lots, as well as the other lots fronting on Foothill Boulevard to the east, are in Zone C-2 to a depth of 135'. The remain- der of the lots are in Zone PR-l. The rear 90" of Lot 1 have been developed with a single family dwelling located at 1120 N. Second Avenue. Lot 2, located at 219 E. Foothill contains 2 duplexes, one 2 story dwell- ing and 2 other buildings. Lot 3 at 229 E. Foo.thill Boulevard is vacant. All of these buildings are proposed to be removed. The applicants wish to rezone the existing PR-l to Zone C-2 in order to utilize the rear portion of the 3 lots for commercial building purposes. The frontage, already in Zone C-2, would be used for parking purposes. The plot plan shows a portion of the building to be situated on the rear property line. Zone C-2 requires a minimum 20 foot rear yard. If this zone change is granted the commission must consider the items to be included in the Zone 0 regulations, such as plot plan, walls, light- ing, landscaping, signs, height of buildings, etc. Ordinance No. 1003 requires the installation of concrete curbs, gutters and sidewalks for all new commercial buildings unless they are now exist- ing. The Secretary explained from the plot plan that the proposed market would be built right to the rear l.ot line, allowing parking in the front and parking to the west. The Chairman announced that this is the time and place for public hear- ing, and asked all those in favor to please come forward and state their position. Page One November 10, 1959 Mr. Thomas Suttner, Attorney for the applicants, stated he represents Van Ness Development Company, which is actually the name for Ralph's Grocery Company, one of the oldest grocery companies in the area. He stated the frontage of the property is now zoned C-2 to a depth of 135 feet, and the balance of the property zoned PR-l for parking; pro- per usage of the land requires C-2 zoning of the PR-l portions so that the proposed buildings can be located with parking to the front rather' than the rear. The applicant felt it is in the interest of better planning, and would permit better access from Foothill to install front parking with a market on the rear line of the property. Mr. Suttner bel-ieved the build- ing placed on the rear will be much more desirable in its effect on adjacent property than a parking lot would be. This type of plan with the market on the rear of the lot is a much more modern approach to market design. He believed such a plan would lend itself to better traffic control on Foothill Boulevard, and would also result in a more desirable lighting plan. He added it is the intent of the builder to keep the existing oak trees on the property; placing the market right on the rear property line was more advantageous to the pro- perties to the rear, because there wOuld be no market light, and no load- ing zone with which to contend. Mr. Forman directed a question to the Secretary, regarding the require- ment of an alley to the rear of this property. The Secretary answered there has never been an alley laid out on a map, but the 20 foot rear yard applies in all C-2 zones, and the ordinance stipulates further that if there is an alley to the rear of a proprty, the 20 feet is measured from the center of the alley. Mr. Suttner stated he did not see the advantage of an alley. Mr. Forman stated that perhaps in the particular case of the applicant, the alley would not be a necessity, but perhaps future stores to the east could have need for such an alley. Mr. Suttner expalined that it would be necessary to jog the alley, on account of the odd size of Lots 1 and 2; he admitted that there would be no access to Valencia Way, and that could present a problem in the future. Mr. Donald R. Warren, Donald R. Warren Company, stated it is the plan to accomplish the loading off of Second Avenue. Mr. Warren displayed to the cOllllDission an architectural rendering of. the proposed structure. The Chairman announced that this is the time and place for those opposed to granting of this zone change request to come forward and state their position. Mr. D. C. Wheeler, owner of the lot directly behind Lot 3, which jogs, stated it would be much nicer to have the parking on the rear of. the pro- perty. He went on to say that markets are qulte dirty, and he has yet to see loading done anywhere except from the rear of a market building; he felt there is no reason why the developer can't come from Second Ave- nue to do their loading. He would rather see the market to the front and the parking on the rear of the lot; he added he spoke for other residents on his street. Page Two November 10, 1959 ZONE C-3 West Arcadia "---_/ The Chairman declared the matter would continued at the next regular commission meeting, pending a report from the Zoning Committee. The commission considered a decision on the proposal to rezone certain proper,ty in West Arcadia to Zone C-3 and D as contemplated by Resolution No. 335 (continued from meeting of October 13, 1959). The Secretary read a communication from Jeanette Van Krimpen, which stated briefly she was unable to attend the meeting due to illness, but wished to express full agreement with the proposed zoning as discussed at the public meeting of November 2, 1950. The Secretary presented two petitions which protested the rezoning on the grounds that the large scope of the area included in the proposed rezoning should require submission to the entire City of Arcadia by pub- lic hearings, or, if need be, by referendem. It added that all resi- dents in the western part of the city should have been included in the mailing of notices. Both petitions, dated November 10, 1959, were iden- tical in statement. One petition contained 27 signatures, and another contained 24 signatures. The Secretary read the Zoning Committee report, dated October 29, 1959 which stated on July 14, 1959, by Resolution No. 335, the commission instituted proceedings to consider a change of zone from Zones R-l and R-3 to Zones C-2, C-3 and D on the area bounded by Duarte Road, Lovell Avenue, Camino Real and Baldwin Avenue. A public hearing on the matter was held on August 11, 1959. Practically all of the residents on the south side of Camino Real protested against making the street the dividing line between zones, and none of the Camino Real owners expressed any particular desire for commercial zoning. Since that time at other hearings and informal meetings with the owners, several of the owners on the north side of Camino .Real have expressed a wish for C- 3 zoning. The committee is well aware of the fact that if and when the north side of Camino Real develops to commercial use the property on the south side of Camino Real should be studied and appropriate action taken. There was no protest from residents on Naomi Avenue and no protest from residents on the east Fide of Lovell Avenue. It appears to be a unanimous opinion that the development of the area to commercial use requires the opening of alleys and the dedication and widening of streets to handle the traffic in the area. Also, that certain screening and planting will be required to serve as a barrier between the commercial and residential uses. In order to assure these improvements they must be installed before or concurrently with the zoning becoming effective. To do all the street development and build the buildings in the entire area at one time is not practical. It is recommended that the district be divided into smaller areas, so that some of the work can proceed while other areas are being worked out. These recommended areas are compara- tively large, but cannot be made smaller because of problems concerning drainage, traffic circulation, etc. It is suggested that the commission consider the "following rezoning: L Rezone the lot at 1424 S. Baldwin Avenue, now occupied by a church, from Zone R-2 to Zone C-2. Page Three November 10, 1959 2. Rezone the property on the west side of Lovell Avenue from Duarte Road to Camino Real, both sides of Naomi Avenue and the north s ide of Camino Real from Lovell Avenue to the com- mercial zone at Baldwin Avenue from Zones R-l and R-2 to Zones C-3 and D, subject to the following conditions: a. Dedicate 12 feet for the widening of Duarte Road. b. Dedicate the extension of the 30 foot alley south of Duarte Road into Lovell Avenue. c. Dedicate 12 feet on each side of Naomi Avenue for street widening. d. Dedicate 24 feet on the west side of Lovell Avenue for street widening. e. Provide a continuous north-south alley east of Baldwin Avenue from Camino Real to the present alley north of Naomi. f. Dedicate a 30 foot alley approximately midway between Naomi Avenue and Camino Real from the north-south alley to Lovell Avenue. g. Dedicate 24 feet on the north side of Camino Real for street widening. h. The cost of the improvement of all of the above dedications, except the paving of Duarte Road, to be borne by the property owners. It is further suggested that the.requirements to be made applicable under Zone D, include the following: 1. Screen the business development on Lovell Avenue from the street and the residential property to the east as follows: a. Landscape and maintain the first 10 feet west of the new property line. b. Construct an ornamental masonry wall, ranging from 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 feet in height, located 10 feet west of Lovell Avenue. c. The next, 60 feet west of the wall to be devoted to public parking with no buildings to be con- structed. 2. Landscape and beautify the front of the lots facing Naomi Avenue as follows: a. No building to be constructed nearer than 15 feet from. the new property line on Naomi Ave- nue. b. At least 9 feet of the above 15 foot setback to be landscaped and maintained. 3. Landscape and maintain, construct wall and provide parking along the north side of Camino Real identically with that required along Lovell Avenue. Page Four November 10, 1959 '-" 'I "j 4. No vehicular access to be allowed to the C-3 area from Lovell Avenue or Camino Real, except at the dedicated alleys. 5. The southwest coro~r of Duarte Road and Lovell Avenue to have special spectacular landscape treatment. 6. Signs to be limited to 1 square foot of area for each foot of building frontage. All signs to be mounted flat against the building and no flashing roof signs to be allowed. 7.. All lighting of the area and the buildings to be directed away from adjoining residential property. 8. All plans to be submitted to the Planning Commission for approval as to plot plan, architectural treatment, walls, landscaping and signs before issuance of a building permit. It is recommended that the district be divided into development areas as follows: (1) West side of Lovell Avenue from Duarte Road to the alley opposite LeRoy Avenue. (2) Nor.th side of N,aomi Avenue. (3) South side of Naomi Avenue. (4) North side of Camino Real. .It is recommended that the Planning Commission and City Council have authority to make minor modif"ications in the specified areas and condi- tions, if, in their opinion, such modification is needed a~d desirable and will accomplish substantially the same results. It is also suggested that if thp area has not developed within a period of two years it shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission and appro- priate action taken. The Secretary stated that all property owners within the effected area had received a copy of the above report, along with a map showing graph- ically the proposals as they effect each part. Mr. Stout stated that the commission had been studying this area for some. time, with numerous public hearings and public meetings. He added he believed it was the largest single piece of property zoned at one time, and he believed it waa the largest single piece of property zoned at one time, and he believed it is a matter for the entire city's concern. In view of the city's growth, and possibilities for continued growth over the next 10 or 15 years it seems the rezoning of this area will be to the advantage of the residents rather than a detriment. He recommended that the commission proceed along the lines they initiated, because he con- siders it a constructive step. Mr. Norton added he felt the commission had received public support all through the proceedings, particularly from those people most vitally effected, the property owners in the area which is proposed to be re- zoned. He recommended approval of the rezoning. Page Five November 10, 1959 ~---j Mr. Davison stated it should be remembered that if the dev.elopment is not realized as contemplated within a certain period of time, then the property would revert back to its present zoning. Mr. Fqrman desired to reiterate that if and when the planned improve- ments develop, including the property on the north side of Camino Real, then the residents on the south side of Camino Real will be given an opportunity to. come before the commission with the problems that may arise at that time. Mr. Paul Hackstedde, 333 W. Camino Real, resides in the area between Holly and El Monte, in what is known as the Baldwin Stock Acres. He stated the largeness of the area considered for rezoninR will result in changes, particularly traffic wise. He felt that although they were outside the immediately effected area, the proposed changes would effect them greatly, and they were therefore opposed to the change. Mr. Stout stated that all indications point to the fact that there will be a population increase in Arcadia, estimated to be between 50,000 and 60,000, and since the change is coming, the only thing to do is to rezone in a manner to provide for the orderly development of the city. He personally 5~visioned the City of Arcadia as a primarily residential city and should/preserved as such. As long as the increased population is coming, however, the only way to prepare for the increase is to plan nOWj it cannot be done two or three years from now. Mr. Clifford W. Sise, 345 w. Camino Real, stated he was concerned about centering all of this development for commercial qse in West Arcadia. He asked why should all the resulting factors of increased traffic and so forth be restricted to one area, namely West Arcadiajthereby ruining West Arcadia as a place in which it is desirable to reside. Mr. Sise continued saying he hadn't heard of this proposed rezoning until last week when his wife showed him a newspaper clipping. He didn't consider this an. adequate way in which to notify the public of such an important contemplated change. The Chairman declared this matter has been before the commission for a very long time, and that much publicity had been given it in. the local papers. He explained that the Planning Commission makes a recommenda- tion in the form of a resolution which is forwarded to the City Council, before which another public hearing is held on the subject. Mr. Davison stated that because of the expected widen~ng and develop. ment of Baldwin Avenue, he did not see how anyone could hope to stop commercial development along the wayj it seems inevitable. The Chairman declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Stout moved that the commission instruct the City Attorney to draw a resolution in accordance with the recommendations as outlined in the report dated October 29, 1959 for presentation to the City Council. The motion was seconded by Mr. Norton. ROLL CALL AYES:ColIDDissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Michler Page Six November 10, 1959 RESOLUTIONS No. 349 - .The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 341, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF TIlE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALn:ORNIA, RECOMMENDING THE AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE NO. 760 BY THE RECLASSIFICATION FROM ZONE R-l TO ZONE C-2,AND ZONE D (ARCHITECTURAL OVERLAY) OF PRO- PERTY LOCATED AT 2728 SOUTH BALDWIN ,AVENUE." Moved by Mr. Forman, seconded by Mr. Wallin and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 349. Moved by Mr. Stout, seconded by Mr. Forman for the adoption of Resolution No. 349., ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Michler No. 350 - The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 350, entitled: "A RESOLUTIeN OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF TIlE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THE DENIAL OF A ZONE VARI- ANCE AND/OR SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A FIFTY-SEVEN BED CONVALESCENT HOME." Moved by Wallin, seconded by Norton and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 350. Moved by Norton, seconded by Forman for the adoption of Resolution No. 350. ROLL CALL AYES: COllllllissioners Acker, 'Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Michler No. 351 - The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 351, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, RECOMMENDING THE AMENDMENT OF SECTION 7-B OF ORDINANCE NO. 760 OF SAID CITY BY SO DEFINING BASEMENT PARKING AS TO CONSTITUTE A STORY IN COMPUTING HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS IN THE R-3 ZONE UNLESS THE CEILING OF ANY SUCH BASEMENT BE NOT MORE THAN TWO FEET ABOVE THE ADJACENT CURB LEVEL." Mr, Nicklin explained to Mr. Stout that this resolution does more than simply define basement parking; it recommends that the cOllllllission's previous Resolution No. 341 be shaded in the light of this recolIDDenda- tion. He also explained that in. using the wording "so many square feet per family", instead of "per dwelling unit", the City Attorney was only following the wording as it now exists in the ordinance. Mr. Stout wished to go on record as voting no because he did not believe in tandem parking. Page Seven November 10, 1959 Moved by Mr. Wallin, seconded by Mr. Forman and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 351. Moved by Mr. Davison, seconded by Mr. Norton for the adoption of Resolution No. 351. ROLL CALL AYES: COllllllissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton and Wallin NOES: COllllllissioner Stout ABSENT: COllllllissioner Michler No. 352, - The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 352, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSioN OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, INSTITUTING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING AND MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS CON- CERNING THE AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE NO. 760 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION 6.5 ENTITLED "R"3-R "RESTRICTED MULTIPLE-FAMILY ZONE" AND AMENDING RELATED SECTIONS OF SAID ORDINANCE TO CONFORM THEREWITH." Moved by Mr. Wallin, seconded by Mr. Forman and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 352. Moved by Mr. Davison, seconded by Mr. Forman for the adoption of Resol- ution No. 352. ROLL CALL AYES: COllllllissioners Acker, DaYison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin. NOES: None ABSENT: COlllDlissioner Michler No. 353. -The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 353, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA INSTITUTING PRqCEEDINGSFOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING AND MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS CON- CERNING THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT IN ZONE R-l AND THE RECLAS- SIFICATION TO SOME LESS RESTRICTIVE RESIDENTIAL OR COM- MERCIAL ZONE OF THE PROPERTIES INCLUDED IN "WEST ARCADIA ANNEXATION NO. 14" AND THOSE PROPERTIES LYING NORTH OF LEMON AVENUE INCLUDED WITHIN "ANNEXATION NO. 17-A, SOUTH- WEST ARCADIA INHABITED", AND FIXING THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE OF A PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD FOR SUCH PURPOSES." Moved by Mr. Stout, seconded by Mr. Norton and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 353. Moved by Mr. Norton, seconded by Mr. Stout for the adoption of Resolu- tion No. 353. ROLL CALL AYES: COllllllissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin NOES: None ABSENT: COlllDlissioner Michler Page Eight November 10, 1959 LOT SPL ITS No. 354. - The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 354, entitled: lOA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY . OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMEND.ING THE AMENDMENT OF ORDINANCE NO. 760 BY THE RE-ESTABLISHHENT IN ZONE R-1 AND THE RECLASSIFICATION TO ZONES R-3, PR-3, C-2 AND C-3 OF CERTAIN PROPERTY IN ntE, SOUTHERLY PORTION OF ANNEXATION NO. l7-A, SOUTHWEST ARCADIA INHABITED PRE- SENTLY ZONED R-1 BY REASON OF ITS ANNEXATION TO SAID CITY." Moved by Mr. Forman, Seconded by Mr. Wallin and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 354. Moved by Mr. Stout, seconded by Mr. Wallin for the adoption of Resol- ution No. 354. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton, Stout and Wallin NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Michler No. 355 - The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 355, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF ntE CITY PLANNING COMMISSI9N OF ntE CITY OF ARCADIA, cALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING ntE AMENDMENT OF OltDINANCE NO. 760 OF SAID CITY BY THE l\ECLASSIFICATION TO ZONES C-2, C-3 alid D, UPON PERFORMANCE OF SPECIFIED CONDITIoNs PRECEDENT, OF ALL THAT PROPERTY BOUNDED BY DUARTE ROAD, LOVELL AVENUE, CAMINO REAL AND' BALDWIN AVENUE AND NOT A.l.READY ZONED COMMERCIALLY." . Moved by Mr. Norton, seconded. by Mr. Forman and carried to waive the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 355. Moved by Mr. Forman, seconded by Mr. Norton for the adoption of Resolu- tion No. 355. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Acker, Davison, Forman, Norton,. Stout and Wallin NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Michler The City Attorney was excused by the commission at 9:30 P.M., and left the chambers. No. 269 - Elizabeth M. Smith, 1105 Mayflower Avenue, referred to Mr. Fo.rman and Mr. Stout. The Secretary explained that this is a lot which did not enter into the subdi"ision when Loganrita Avenue was subdivided, consequently there was a trust set up .on this lot to insure that it would pay its share of the cost .if and when the lot split was requested. Mr. Forman stated he had viewed the site, and the lot had been cleaned up and the split wouid be a'very desirable one. Page Nine November 10, 1959 . ~~ Moved by Mr. Forman, seconded by Mr. Stout and carried to recommend the approval of Lot Split No. 269, subject to the following conditions: 1. File a final map with the City Engineer. 2. Dedicate sufficient land to make Loganrita Avenue 60' wide. 3. Pay $15.00 recreation fee. 4. Pay the trust established by Tract No. 21714. 5. The city shall dedicate the strip covered by the above trust. , No. 270. - Kenneth C. 'West, 410 E. Camino Real. Mr. Forman stated he viewed the area, and he felt it is a problem. He felt that because allowing the split would nedessitate a private street, that perhaps the request was not very desirable. He stated the house which is blocking Winnie Way's extension might someday come out, thereby allowing the continuation of the street. Mr. West, the applicant, came forward and stated that his land blighted by weeds due to the excessive area which is not used. this proposal is the only way he can develop the property, and not be detrimental to .surrounding property. is He fel t it would Mr. Forbes, the Director of Public Works, stated that allowing a priv- ate street is setting a dangerous precedent, inasmuch as his department fights the problems of private streets everyday.. Th,!re are difficulties with adequate fire and police protection, water service, sewer facH ities, drainage, etc. Private s.treets are more undes- irable, particularly.from the standpoint of the responsible resident. Mr. Norton stated that someday if it could be arranged to have Winnie Way come' through, the situation would be different. He did not believe the commission should endorse this type of development, since it is not in keeping, and is substandard development,. Moved by Mr. Norton, seconded by Mr. Stout and carried to recommend the denial without prejudice of Lot Split No. 270. No. 271 - C. D. Anderson, 161 E. Live Oak Avenue This property is now zoned C-2; one split has already been allowed; one one parcel is the Shell Oil Station on the corner of Live Oak and Second Avenues, and this request is for the next 70' to the west. Moved by Mr. Stout, seconded by Mr. Forman and carried to recommend the approval of Lot Split No. 271, subject to the following conditions: 1. File a final map with the City Engineer. 2. Pay $25.00 recreation fee. 3. Construct the wall and place the required planting along the south line of Sandra Avenue and the south line of Lot 8, Tract No. 19707. 4. Construct the gutter and pave the dedicated alley from Second Avenue to the west end of the dedication at the west line of Lot 5, Tract No. 12670. Page Ten November 10, 1959 rRACT NO. 25340 No. 25340 - The commission considered the tentative map of Tract No. 25340, containing 18 lots, located on Encino Avenue and Camino Grove Avenue. The Secretary read the Subdivision Committee's report which stated this tract is located on the southerly extension of Encino Avenue to Camino Grove Avenue'and the westerly extension of Camino Grove Avenue to Sixth Avenue, and contains 18 lots. Generally, the lots are well above the minimum re~uired width and area. Lots 2, 9 and 10 are 70 feet wide, but are well above minimum area, and no more land is available. The extension of Camino Grove Avenue is shown as 50 foot wide right of way to match the existing dedication. A portion of Lots 10, 11 and 12 are now occupied by Siemer's poultry ranch. It is very probable that Lots 7 to 15 inclusive will not be developed until the ranch is discontinued on January I, 1961. It is proposed that ail of "An street and that portion of Encino Avenue, between the north line of Lot 16 and the nortl\ line of Lot 15 will be offered for dedication as a future street until the poultry is discon- tinued. The portion of Encino Avenue between 'lots 13 and 14 is now ded- icated. However, all the streets, except a portion, 30 feet by 92.5 feet adjac- ent to Lot 12, will be improved and open for traffic. This will provide circulation and relieve the congestion on Camino Grove Avenue 'at the school. It is recommended that the subdivider attempt to secure an additional 9 feet east of Lot 18 and an additional 20 feet east of Lot 14 to pro- vide a straight rear lot line for installation of pole lines. This will result in the lot at 1303 Eighth Avenue Which, has 2 houses, and the lot at 1203 Eighth Avenue with 3 houses, slightly below required area, but in the opinion of .the committee, will b.e abetter develo,pment. The tract is recommended for approval, subject to the following condi- tions: 1. Remove all buildings within the tract and across outer boundary lines" except the dwelling on Lot 2. 2. Relocate the garage on Lot 2. 3. Dedicate a 5 foot planting and sidewalk easement along Camino Grove Avenue. 4. Dedicate a corner cut off at the northeast corner of Encino Avenue and Camino Grove Avenue. 5. Install all street improvements as required by the sub- division ordinance. 6. Pay the following fees and deposits: 18 lots recreation fee 9 steel street light posts 53 street trees 6 street name signs @ $ 25.00 @ 135.00 @ 8.50 @ 35.00 $ 450.00 1,215.00 450.50 210.00 $2,325.50 Page Eleven November 10, 1959 7. Provide all necessary rear line utility easements. 8. The school district shall dedicate the barrier at the end of Camino Grove Avenue for street purposes. 9. The city shall dedicate the barrier at the end of Encino Avenue for street purposes. 10. The city shall pay to the subdivider the appropriate amounts previously deposited with the city to apply on the opening of Camino Grove Avenue into Sixth Avenue. Mr. Forman commended Mr. Knudsen's tentative plan on this tract, because it is in keeping with all the Planning Commission's ideas of what a good tract should consist. Moved by Mr. Stout, seconded by Mr. Forman and carried to recommend approval of Tract No. 25340, subject to the following conditions: 1. Remove all buildings, within the tract and across outer boundary lines, except the dwelling on Lot 2. 2. Relocate the garage on Lot 2. 3. Dedicate a 5 foot planting and sidewalk easement along Camino Grove Avenue. 4. Dedicate a corner cut off at the northeast corner of Encino Avenue and Camino Grove Avenue. 5. Install. all street improvements as required by the sub- division ordinance. 6. Pay the following fees and deposits: 18 lots recreation fee 9 steel street light posts 53 street trees 6 street name signs @ $ 25.00 @ 135.00 @ 8.50 @ 35.00 $ 450.00 1,215.00 45'0. 50 210.00 $2,325.50 7. Provide all necessary rear line utility ease~nts. 8. The school district shall dedicate the barrier at the end of Camino Grove Avenue for street purposes. 9. The city shall dedicate the barrier at the end of Encino Avenue for street purposes, 10. The city shall pay to the subdivider the appropriate amounts previously deposited with the city to apply on the opening of Camino Grove Avenue into Sixth Avenue. I.EAVE OF ABSENCE The commission considered a request from Commissioner Wallin for a leave of absence from three Planning Commission meetings because of a planned vacation trip. Moved by Mr: Stout, seconded by Mr. Norton and carried to grant the requested 'leave of absence to Commissioner Wallin. Page Twelve November 10, 1959 , . BUSINESS CLASSIFICATION AUDIENCE TO COMMISSION MODIFICATION Allen MEETING SCHEDULE SUBDIVISION AMENDMENTS The Secretary stated that he had received two inquiries recently seeking a proper location for the business of clipping and groom- ing poodle dogs. After considerable discussion it was concluded that this classifi- cation should be included in Zone C-l, along with pet shops. Mr.' John P. Vidicari, 19 California Street" asked about basement park- ing, particularly in regard to the wording 2' above the top of the curb as it applies to lots which elevate rapidly toward the rear. The Secretary answered that there will be individual problems which will come up in the future, and those individual proolems will be referred to the modification committee for consideration. Mr. Vidican questioned that the public had been sufficiently notified of the contemplated changes proposed in R-3 zone, especially the 1800 square feet of land per family dwelling. The Secretary answered that these details were included in the commis- sion J s public hearing; and had also been included in the hearing before the City Council. The Secretary stated that a modification hearing had been held, and this request was being referred to the Planning Commission for decision. The applicant was seeking permission to build a guest house at the rear of the lot located at 2420 El Monte Avenue, within 5 feet of the lot line. The proposed structure would contain .906 square feet, including living room, 2 bedrooms, bath, laundry room and storage room. Mrs. Allen, the applicant, stated her reason for wishing to construct this dwelling is that a relative visits her frequently and remains for sustained periods of time. Also, she needs additional ,room for storage and washing facilities. The Chairman stated that such a dwelling was not in accordance with the commission's idea of a guest house, and could encourage similar requests. If the applicant should sell her present property with such a dwelling . added,the next resident could install kitchen facilities, and rent the structure thereby setting a poor precedent in an R-l. neighborhood. After considerable discussion it was moved by Mr. Norton, seconded by Mr. Forman and carried to deny this request for approval of a guest house. The commission set up a meeting of the Subdivision Committee, for 4:00 P.M., Monday, November 16, i959 and another meeting of the Zoning and Subdivision Committees for 7:00 P.M., Monday, November 16, 1959 in order to set up a plan for zoning of the section of Annexation No.. 17-A lying north of Lemon Avenue. The Secretary discussed the proposed amendments to the subdivision o~dinance in relation to lot sizes and areas for R-O and R-l property. The commission instructed the Secretary to forward a communication to the City Council advising the council of the recommendations of the Planning Commission, 'as folloWS: ' Page Thirteen November 10, 1959 . , ... ~ R-O ZONE - NORTH OF HUNTIN.GTON DRIVE Minimum lot area Minimum lot width at front building line . Minimum lot depth 20,000 sq. ft. 100 Feet 150 Feet R-O ZONE - SOUTH OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE Minimum lot area Minimum lot width at front building line Minimum lot depth 15,000 Sq. Ft. 100 Feet 125 Feet R-l ZONE Minimum lot area Minimum lot width at front building line Minimum lot depth 9,000 Sq. Ft. 75 Feet 100 Feet ADJOURN There being no further business to come before the Planning CODDDission the meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M. ~~.C)~/ L. M. TALLEY Planning Secretary Page Fourteen November 10, 1959