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ROLL CALL
MINUTES:
ZONE
VARIANCE
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M I NUT E S
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
July 25, 1961
The Planning Commission' of the City of Arcadia met in regular session
in the Council Chamber of the City Han"at 8:00 o'clock P.M., July
25, 1961, with Chairman Acker presiding.
PRESENT: Commissioners Ferguson, Forman, Michler, Norton, Rutherford
and Acker.
ABSENT:
Commissioner Golisch
OTHERS PRESENT: City Attorney James A. Nicklin,
City Councilman Conrad Reibold,
Director of Public Works C. 8.. Lortz,
Planning Director. William Phelps, and
Planning Secretary L. M. Talley
The minutes of the meeting of July n., were approved as written and
mailed with the following corrections:
Page 1, second paragraph under Zone Variance, 745-751 W. Camino
Real should read "Planning Secretary" instead of "planning Chairman".
Page 14, under election of Chairman, the motion was seconded by
Commissioner Ferguson instead. of Commissioner Rutherford.
The Chairman announced that this wss the time and place for the hearing
on the application of George W. Gilbert and C. M. Rhodes for a zone
variance to allow a home for the aged at 39-43 Christina Street.
The Plann.ing Secretary presented a map of the area and a sketch of
the buildings and garages, showing the proposed changes.
The application states that the request is for facilities for housing,
dining and recreation of paying guests over 65 years of age. This is
one story construction and separate buildings which are readily adaptable
for specific services; The property is bounded on the east by a public
parking lot. No exterior alterations would be necessary or are contem-
plated. Residential use is to be continued. There is no other licensed
guest home for the aged in this area and there are no zones within the
city permitting this type of use. The buildings are presently used as
rental residences and the proposed use is for rental .residences with
one main cooking facility and dining area with general supervision and
care.
The Planning Secre'tary read the staff report as follows:
''This is the application of GeorgeW. Gilbert, owner, and C. M. Rhodes,
lessee, for a zone variance to permit the property at 39-43 E. Christina
Street to be used as a home for paying guests over 65 years of age.
The lot is 86.32 feet wide by 137.69 feet deep, containing 11,885 sq. ft.,
is in Zone R-3, and has an alley at the rear.
It is presently developed with two 4-unit, one-story, apartment houses
and a garage. Each apartment contains 606 sq. ft. and consists of a
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living room. kitchen. two bedrooms and a bath. It is proposed to remove
the kitchen facilities and convert the kitchen into a bedroom.
The garage now provides space for eight cars. It is proposed to convert
this garage area into a kitchen. dining and recreation area. laundry,
office and storage area.
Property to the, north, across the alley. is in Zone C-2 and is developed
with commercial buildings facing Duarte Road with parking area behind
the buildings, extending to the alley. Property to the east is a paved
parking lot. with a church at the northwest corner of Christina Street
and First Avenue.
Property to the west,extending to Santa Anita Avenue is in Zone R-3,
and is developed with apartment houses. Property between Santa Anita
Avenue and First Avenue and extending south from Christina Street is in
Zone R-l and is developed with single family residences.
If the property is developed as planned there will be no automobile
parking on the lot. The applicant has submitted communications from
two of the tenants of' the commercial buildings on Duarte Road ststing
that they are willing to lease the rear 20 feet of the business property
for parking purposes.
A communication was received from Edwin W. Nelson. at 34 E. Duarte Road,
and Charles E. Fulton, at 40 E. Duarte Road, proposing to lease parking
space to the applicant.
The Planning Secretary outlined on the map the pr9posed changes of re-
moving the fixtures from the kitchens and converting them into bedrooms,
making it possible for three people to occupy one unit. Thegarage
would be converted into a recreation room, kitchen and dining room.
with laundry and facility room attached.
There were numerous communications received opposing the granting of
the variance. . Some of the letters were received before the variance
application was filed. because of the publicity given it.
HoraceB. Cline, 50 Christina St., was opposed to any commercial use
in a residential zone. This is a business venture. The R-3 zone was
established as a buffer zone to the business properties on Duarte Road
and the residential properties on the south side of Christina St. He
had opposed the parking area in the R-3 zone for the Safeway Stores.
The parking area had not been used and had definitely lowered the value
of the surrounding areas. He did not want the invasion of the commercial
use in the residential area which would adversely affect the residents
opposite it.
Mr. Douglas C. Huntington, 35 Christina St., stated the proposed zoning
would lower the property valuation in the area; increase 1 difficulties
of the R-3 property owners in obtaining tenants; the possibility of
lower rents which are already low due to the highly competitive
situation of excess multiple dwellings; influx of people, aged and some
of them ill, would be an unwise addition to this neighborhood.
Mrs. Anna Wisener, 31 Christina St., felt it would tend to lower
property values. The lives .lived by the. people in this area would not
be compatible to the lives of the residents of the proposed units. The
area is not quiet due to the commercial property and the deliveries that
are made at all times. The additional cors of visitors would hamper
the parking situation.
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Mr. Walter Lookabaugh, 1108 Louise Ave., stated they had seen the
condition of the present building occupied by Mr. Rhodes in Sierra
I'ladre, and if that is an example .of the type of operation, it would
be unwise to have such .a business located so close to the new library
and the surrounding' residential properties. He was not opposed to
the work Mr. Rhodes was doing for senior citizens, but felt this w.as
not a proper area.
Gwen and Stephen Faybeck, 1030 Louise Ave., felt there was a definite
need for housing and care for elderly people; however, the proposed
hotel would. not be in the best interests of elderly people in the
vicinity of Arcadia or this area. The apartments now situated on
Christina St. afford an excellent buffer to the commercial property
on Duarte Road and the R~l property on the south side of Christina St.
He felt excellent work had been done by the Planning Commission in the
past and that the same careful consideration would be given to this
application. He felt once the barrier was lifted other commerical
ventures would be requested.
Mr. Rhodes does not intend to purchase the property but to lease
it from Mt. Gilbert. They would recommend that a study be made, as
many people are considering this type of development and areas should
be studied which would be suitable for this purpose.
The Chairman requested those in favor of the application to present
their case.
Mr. George W. Gilbert, 61 Palm Drive, one of the applicants, stated
that he was the owner of the property. He stated the purpose of the
variance was to install the kitchen and facilities for recreation for
the citizens they intend to have at this property. Three of the
owners who had forwarded letters were concerned about rents and amount
of competition. This particular proposal would eliminate some of the
competition in this area ss it would remove eight apartments. The
removal of the kHchens from each unit', he felt, would improve the
property and would be less of a fire hazard. The older people would
not be dtiving automobiles which would eliminate. many parking problems.
People who come to visit would remain but a few minutes, then would
either take the person away for a ride or away for the evening or
week-end, etc. There is space available off the property on a public
parking lot,. There wiil be the full width of two lots behind the
apartments on a rental basis which should allow for ten automobiles.
Mr. C. M Rhodes, answered the question as to whether or not the
type of occupancy would be controlled by the State Department of
Social Welfare. He stated this agency sets down very str'ict rules,
copies of which had been submitted to the Planning Department. They
enforce proper sanitation, care, size of rooms, etc. The present
home in Sierra Madre has 'been in operation for 37 years; the buildings
are clean, but old, He had been fighting for over two years to locate
an area proper for t~ese people. The only places offered to them,
without .a big fight, have been places that are run down and past their
use which are no more than "skid row" rooming houses. The people
living in this residence would be in good health; aLliambulatory. This
intended for a place where they could live a normal life., with their
own bedroom, their own living room, .radios, etc., without the necessity
of doing their own cooking. He stated that 7 out of 13 people are
Arcadia citizens and live at his place in Sierra Madre. There is no
place in Arcadia for them to go. He stated that if the residents
become ill, they would be sent to either the County hospital, their
own physician, or some other hospital; or if too feeble, they must go
to a nursing home. The Department of Social Welfare would not permit
them to care for any bedfast patients. He would lose his license. For
the 20 or 21 residents, it would take approximately 4 persons to care
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for them. 'This would include himself and his wife. There would
be an attendant on duty for 24 hours. Each room would be equipped
with a nurse-call system. Each person would have a separate bedroom.
There wouid be three people to each unit. This would include a
bathroom and an 18ft. x 10 ft. living room, as wj!ll as access to
the recreation room to the rear. There is also approximately 600 sq.
ft. for dining and recreation facilities.
The Social Welfare Department fee~ that four persons can reasonably
use one bathroom.
Most of the homes being built have bedrooms but not separate living
rooms, so that this location has much to offer the residents.
It is also required that no person can go through another person's
bedroom to get to the dining room, or to the outside. This would
eliminate any idea that the present living rooms could be used for
bedrooms.
Many questions were asked Mr. Rhodes as to the operation of the home.
Parking seemed to be a problem. Parking at the present location has
never become a problem as but one or two cars would come in for a
few minutes, probably take the person out to dinner, or for a visit.
Most of the people are not actually active socially and all do not
drive cars. only one person in the six years of operation has owned
a car. He kept it for two months and then sold it because he did not
want to drive longer. His employees parked in the 20 foot driveway.
The Chairman requested those opposed to the variance to come forward
and be. heard at this time.
Mr. Stephen Faybeck, 1030 Louise Ave., stated thai: most of the phases
of the opposition had already been covered, but he would like to review
them. .He appeared as a representative for a large group of hOlr,eowners
in the area and. presented a petition signed by 71 residents in the
iounediate area. He said because of no major problems in the past they
had not. organized themselves into any organization or association.
There had been no meetings held. He felt the property on the street had
been maintained in excelLent condition. He felt the buffer zone as now
existing should be maintained. He objected to the converting of the
kitchens. Thi's makes the units unsuitable for apartments in the future.
He felt that this development could end up as a "white elephant". The
parking situation is also a concern. There may be an agreement with
the current occupants of the commercial properties, if it is possible
to obtain an agreement. If the agreement should expire, or if the
commercial property changes hands, then there would be no parking
available. There is now just enough parking for the 8 units and 8
garages. Overnight street parking of cars has presented a problem
to the Police Department. There are homes for senior citizens 1n the
iounediate area, one in Monrovia and one in Duaz:te: Another item was
toe statement that people living in the home would have no cars. He
then referred to the Royal Oaks, Manor, in Duarte, stating that the area
was "covered" with cars. This is part of the lives of those people.
These are well people, and if the people are well, they do want cars.
Mr. Jerry Meiss, 1037 Louise Ave. had occasion to talk, with Charles
Fulton, who is the proprietor of the auto parts store who was granting
the lease for parking spaces. Mr. Fulton was not aware when Mr.
Gilbert approached him as to the true na.ture of the development of
the area. He was told it was fot a zone variance, and additional park-
ing facilities would be needed. He was ignorant of the fact that the
variance was for a home for the aged.
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Mr. George Berger, 1222 Louise Ave., stated that onLouise Ave. there
were some 40 children. This, in itself, would .indicate that the
location for this type of home should be elsewhere. The children
at times ar.e noisy, and some of the aged would require a more restful
or quiet nei~hborhood.
Mr. George Marks, of Arcadia-Monrovia Realty Co. reviewed the develop-
ment of the area, inasmuch as he was the subdivider. Restrictions had
been attempted to be set up in such a manner that any alteration would
have to be approved by his office. His office would not approve the
conversion of the garages for dining room or recreation facilities.
As to property occupied by Mr. Nelson, of Chicken Delight, who had
agreed to lease the parking facilities, he desired to state that the
owners, whom they represent as managing realto~s, in making the leases,
provided that any subleasing must be approved by the owner. He stated
that no such sub-lease would be available in this cas~.
Mr. Horace Cline stated that the restrictions aforementioned would
expire in 1970.
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Mr. Douglas Huntington, 35 Christina St, and/ adjacent to the property
under consideration. They had attempted to maintain an atmosphere to
the betterment of the neighborhood. This has been an expense to them
and he did not desire to have something that would tend to decrease
the tenor of the neighborhood. He also felt that the people in the
area occasionally had parties and that their manner,. ofi H.\ring;,.is
different that those who would occupy the home. One group should not
restrict the other, and he felt that of necessity a home for the aged
should have a location where the occupants could be more quiet.
Discussion followed.
Moved by Commissioner Morton, seconded by CormnissionerRutherford, and
unanimously carried that the public hearing on the application of George
W. Gilbert and C. M. Rhodes for a zone variance to allow a home for
the aged at 39-4G Christina St. be closed.
C01IIIIlissioner Norton s.tated there were several things that should be
brought to the attention of the Commission. The main thing that con-
cerns him is the parking. There will be no parking on the premises. In
the surveys, the desirable aspect is a percentage ratio to the occupancy.
Also, that the parking facilities that have been negotiated may not
become a reality. The desires of the applicant are desirable and in
addition to the parking problems, there is the problem of protecting
the interest of the property owners who abut this particular area. If
a buffer strip was to be provided to the R-l to the south, he felt at
at this time this should not be diminished. That on the basis of no
parking facilities, plus the fact that it would not be in compliance
with the existing area, he was not in favor of granting this variance.
Cormnissioner Forman stated the parking is one of the prime considerations.
With the deed restrictions on the property and also the reluctance of the
owners who put the restrictions on the property to remove them, the
parking for the employees would, alone, require some provisions. Much
time had been spent on other areas to provide a standard for this type
of situation, and a figure had been reached. He felt this area should
not be any different.
Cormnissioner Michler felt that this variance would be an invasion into
an R-.3 area and for this reason 'he would not be in favor of it. He
.felt studies would be made in the futur.e .for the senior citizen, but
this was not a logical location for this type of operation.
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ZONE
VARIANCE
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Commissioner Acker concurred with the Commissioners and stated that the
senior citizen had national attention and Arcadia was making a study.
But, in this case, it was not good planning to provide this type of
variance for this location.
Moved by Commissioner Norton, seconded by Commissioner Forman, and
unanimously carried, that the application of George W. Gilbert and
C. M. Rhodes, for a zone variance to allow a home for the aged at 39-43
Christina St. be recommended for denial.
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f The hearing on the application of Sierra-Camino, Inc. for a zone
variance to allow a hotel residence for retired persons at 720-728 W.
Camino Real which had been continued from the previous meeting was
considered.
The Planning Secretary stated that the. applicant had submitted a
revised floor plan which showed increased room sizes" the single rooms
increased and a typical layout of a bedroom, which had seemed to create
a question as to size. These plans were exhibited and if the revised
plans were to be approved, there were a number of items that should be
considered, which were as follows:
1. Property to be used only for the purposes permitted
in the zone and for a hotel-residence for retired persons
and shall not be converted for transient use.
2. Occupancy shall be limited to those who are healthy and
ambulatory and shall not include any narcotic. alcoholic
or mentally ill persons'.
3. All improvements shall be constructed in substantial com-
pliance with the revised tentative plan submitted. The final
plans, including lanqscaping plans, to be approved by the
Planning Commj,ssion before issuance of a building permit.
4. The kitchen and dining facilities shall be for the use of
tenants of the building and their guests and employees.
and shall not be opened and used as a public restaurant.
5. No intoxicating liquors shall be sold on the premises.
6. Signs shall be limited to one sign for identification
purposes not to exceed ten (10) square feet in area, located
back of the 25 foot front yard.
7. Construct concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk along the
entire frontage of the property, in accordance with City
specifications and to grades satisfactory to the Director
of Public Works.
8. Construct a 6 ft; high concrete block wall along each side and
the rear of the property unless it has otherwise been provided
except that said wall should be 4 feet high adjacent to the
25 foot front yard.
9. The driveway and the entire parking lot should be paved,
with drainage facilities satisfactory to the Director of
Public Works.
Commissioner Michler stated that the concern was for additional parking
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land he believed it was the consensus of the Commission and the Committee
that a ratio sb?uld be '75% to 1.
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Commissioner Ferguson stated that the study was to outline a standard
for the future.
Couunissionet Nort.on stated this application is different than the one
preceding in that it will be entirely constructed for a specific purpose
and the requirements outlined are necessary for such use.
Couunissioner Rutherford stated the location was more suitable for this
type of occupancy because it borders on couunercial zoning.
Couunissioner Forman stated the previous application had affected an
R-3 area that acted asa buffer between the C-2 and the R-1. This
area is an R-2', but abuts couunercial and therefore becomes a buffer
zone to the R-2 to the west. The parking requirement was 75% of the
rentable units as legal parking and not in the front set back.
Couunissioner Norton s'tated the desirable aspect was a 1 to 1 ratio,
but in this instance there is a give and take matter involved.
It was determined that the maximum requirement to date had been 75%.
The Planning. Secretary suggested that condition No. II, the minimum
room size, should be based on square feet rather than dimensions. 220
square feet was approved. No. 10 had to do with the parking requirement
which should be a ratio of 3/4 to 1 of the rentable units as the minimum
requirements, and located back of the required front yard.
The City Attorney stated that the ultimate decision is to be done by
resolution whicn would include all the facets desired by the Commission.
Attention was called to the previous action of the Commission as to the
enforcement of, the time of a variance and the penalty, if any, that
would be invoked sho).dd a date be set and not met. It would be a better
solution to fix the requirements on a matter, that was not controversial
so. that it would not reflect any 'favoritbm. He referred to the report
made as a result of the meeting between himself and Mr. Norton. There
were many things that could be done under the present structure to
accomplish some of the aims and to correct some of the situations in
the past. Where there is a variance that would be assured of completion
by related facts, it would have been an idea'l opportunit~mpose some
of the conditions in a situation where they would pose no burden on
the applicant; .then on other occasions by imposing the same conditions
on an application where there may be.concern as to completion, the
Commission could then refer back to the one and would not be pointing
a finger at the present applicant.
The question as to a completion date was discussed. Mr. Milton Hadley,
Attorney for Sierra-Camino, Inc., stated that it was estimated by the
builders that it would take ten months to complete. They would start
within six months and that within sixteen to eighteen months it would
be in operatio~. Construction would start before the end of the six
months period. They concurred with all of the recommendations by the
Planning staff. It was determined that by December I, 1961, the plans
would be completed and ready to be approved by the Planning Couunission.
Discussion followed.
The City Attorney stated that the Couunission had always been liberal
in fixing a completion date. There are certain state agencies that
have to be satisfied. These things should be taken into consideration
.in the decision of the Commission. It was the consensus that the
applicant should be given due consideration .for some of the elements
that might tend to delay construction.
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It was determined that if approval were given at this time', the
CommissIon would in effect be giving approval to the tentative plans.
It would then be up to the Architect to complete his final plans before
the specified time.
In the past there had been no stage check-ups. lf~herechad of been
some of the situations would not exist now. Certain tentative decisions
must be arrived at in order to permit the applicant to expend monies
to further the venture. Detailed planning is expensive and certain
recommendations could be embodied in the resolution to the Coune~l and
they, in tur~, could withhold action, as in the manner of former lot
splits, where tentative approval was given based on the applicant
performing certain requirements.
Commissioner Michler stated .that he would like to see some action taken
as the matter had been before the Commission for some time now. From
the City Attorney's remarks, preliminary action could be taken so that
the applicant could have some assurance that if the conditions were
complied with a variance would be granted.
At this time a discussion developed as to whether or not additional
evidence could be heard relative to the hearing.
Mr. Orlando Clarizio, the owner of the property to the rear of that
under consideration, stated that he had obtained a variance for a
convalescent home; that at the time there was under consideration a
request for a two story building; that both he and the Robinson Bros,
who were devel.oPing other property o~ Baldwin Avenue were denied build~
ing a two stor.y building. .He objecqto the two stories being con-
structed for the resident hotel. He felt that occupants in the second
story would be able to see down into the convalescent home, thereby
depriving the patients of their privacy. Mr. Clarizio was shown that
with the required rear yard and garages, together with the side yard
requirement for ,his structure, the construction of the second story
would have no effect upon his development. The property under con-
sideration is in Zone R-2 and a two story duplex is permitted; also
in the R-l zone adjacent thereto, a two story dwelling is permitted.
Under an R-2 a two story building could be erected within 10 feet of
the rear property line; the building under consideration would be 40
feet from the rear line.
Discussion followed as to the restrictions to place on the cons.truction
of the building. It was the consensus of opinion that final plans
must be submitted to the Planning Commission within six months after
the approval of the variance by the City Council.
The City Attorney stated that in the past he had ruled that in the
granting of the variance the jurisdictional period could also be varied.
There are certain cases where this is almost a necessity.
The matter of the type of security should be required to protect the
City in the event the construction is not started, or is not completed,
was discussed.
The City Attorney stated that the final action on the variance is by
the City Council and they can add or modify' the conditions approved
by the planning, Commission. They can approve or deny the recommendations
of the Planning Commission. The discussions have merit but the matter
should be expedited and some of the ultimate decisions should be made
by the City Council. This could be accomplished by a clause in the
resolution that due consideration be given to the advisibility of a
completion bond or performance bond being required. This could be
pointed out to the City Council and if they feel circumstances warrant
it, they could so impose this condition.
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VARIANCE
EXTENSION
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If such a' tool is .applied, ,this could apply to all future variances.
The City Attorney stated he had not intended his remarks to apply to
the matter before the Commission, but that wqen a request was before
the Commission that was reasonably not speculative, that would be
the time to start to impose requirements and conditions so that a
finger would not be pointed directly at the appHcation that did seem
speculati ve.
Moved by commissioner Michler, seconded by Commissioner Forman, and
unanimously carried, that the public hearing on the application of
Sierra-camino, Inc. for a zone variance to allow a hotel residence
ior retired persons at 720-728 W. Camino Real be closed.
Moved by Commissioner Ferguson, seconded by Commissioner Forman, and
unanimously carried, that the application of Sierra-Camino, for a zone
variance to allow a hotel residence for retired persons at 720-728 W.
Camino Real, be recommended for approval; and that the City Attorney
be instructed to prepare a resolution recommending the granting of
the variance upon all of the conditions set forth by the Staff, in-
cluding those that have been added thereto. Further, that the City
Council be requested to give due consideration to the matter of
requiring a completion bond.
The request of Nate Margolin for an extension of time of the variance
at Santa Anita Avenue and Live Oak Avenue was again considered.
At the meeting of July 11, 1961, it was determined that the final
decision would be made at this time inasmuch as this would give the
applicant sufficient time to execute an indemnity agreement and would
have heard from the Lincoln National Life Insurance Co. as to the loan
commi tment.
The City Attorney reported that since the last meeting an agreement
for liquidated damages was drafted by him, Mr. Newman, attorney for
Mr. Ma,golin, and Mr. Margolin. This was reviewed by them and signed.
The agreement had not yet been delivered to the Bonding Company, through
an oversight, but in anticipation of the meeting, the Bonding Company
addressed a letter to him to the effect that in accordance with the
terms of the agreement as outlined to them, the General Insurance Co.
of America would write the indemnity bond to the City of Arcadia, as
obligee, as discussed in the office with Mr. Nate Margolin, in
connection with the variance on the subject property. The Bonding Co.
desired to have a copy of the terms and conditions as set forth as the
basis of such. bond. The maximum liability under the bond would be
$25,000.00, which would be one full year's working days of delay. This
was arrived at by taking the number of working days in the year and sub-
tracting the number. of authorized hoHdays recognized by the Labor Union.
As of the moment the bond is not in hand, but Mr. Margolin had arranged
the meeting, but the time element had entered in, so that the actual
bond was not presented at this meeting. If the Commission is satisfied
with the completion date for Phasl!l I and II, if a delay is caused by
the usual causes of strikes, wars, Acts of God, etc., the completion
date shall be extended, otherwise the dates set forth in the agreement
shall hold, and the one full year's working days shall prevail; or in
an amount not to exceed $25,000.00. The agreement ties this down, so
that ample protection is given the City.
With Mr. Margolin having signed the agreement, even without a bond, he
is obligated. The bonds will be forthcoming in a matter of a few days,
at least for the next meeting. The availability of financing becomes
a lessor matter if the indemnity agreement is executed because any
further delays will be covered under the agreement.
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The City Attorney would recommend that final action on the extension
be not taken at this time because something co u Id happen, even though.
there is a qualified commitment of the bonding company. It would be
better to continue the matter for another two weeks..
Moved by Commissioner Michler, seconded by Commissioner Forman, and
unanimously carried, .that on the recommendation of the City Attorney
the extension of the variance of Nate Margolin for construction of
the shopping center at Live Oak Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue, be
continued until the next regular meeting, or August 8, 1961.
Commissioner Norton voted "Yes" with the reservation and on the
basis that the bond will be forthcoming and that there is no specu-
lative abuse.
The City Attorney stated that with reference to the commitment for
the loan, the Committee. is to meet and final action to be taken on
August 1st.
Mr. Newman, Attorney for Mr. Margolin, concurred in the statements
of Mr. Nicklin, and the financing is now secondary. For information,
it was stated that the loan committee of the Lincoln National Life
Insurance, Company was to meet July 25, but were unable to get this
matter on the agenda, and the next meeting will be one week from
July 25, 1961. They were assured everything possible would be done
to get this matter before the loan committee at the next regular
meeting which should be August 1st. Everything is being done that
can be done to expedite the financing.
TRACT NO.
26743
The Planning Commission considered the final map of Tract No. 26743,
located on LOngden Avenue, between El Sereno Drive and Bella Vista
Dd ve, containing '18: lots.
The Planning Secretary exhibited a map and presented the Staff report:
"This tract is located on the north side of Longden Avenue between
El Sereno Orive and Bella Vista Orive and extends north to connect
with Wistaria Avenue.
It consists of 18 lots, each being 77.25 feet wide by 120 feet deep,
containing 9270 square feet.
Lot splits Numbers 267 and 268 on the north side of Wistaria Avenue
to the north of this tract were approved October 22, 1959, but are
not yet completed. The street improvements have been installed
but the street is not yet dedicated. A one-foot strip at the north
end of the street should be deeded in fee to the City until such
time as Wistaria Avenue is dedicated.
The tract is recommended for, approval, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Removedl buildings from the tract.
2. Remove all trees from the street right of way except
any approved by the Director of Public Works to
remain. Remove the high hedge along the north
and south lines of the property.
3. Close up the existing driveways on Longden Avenue unless
approved by the Director of Public ,Works to remain.
4. Provide all necessary rear line utility easements.
5. Install all street. improvements required by the subdivision
ordinance in accordance with plans and to grades satis-
factory to the Director of Public Works.
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6. Pay the following fees and deposits:
$690.00
340.00
140.00
450.00"
$ 1620.00
Commissioner Forman stated that this was the same map as formerly
presented and is well above the minimum requirements and with the open-
ing of the street there will be a nice flow of traffic through there.
The final map confo.rms to the tentative previously approved.
6 steel street light
40 street trees
4 street name signs
18 lots recreation fee
posts
@ $115.00
@ 8.50
@ 35.00
@ 25.00
Moved by Commissioner Forman, seconded by Conmissioner Ferguson, and
unanimously carried, that final map of Tract No. 26743, located on
Longden Avenue, between El Sereno Drive and Bella Vista Drive, con-
taining 18 lots, be recommended for approval, subject to the conditions
as outlined in the staff report.
TRACT NO.
26497
The Planning Commission considered the revised tentative map of Tract
No. 26497, located on Palm Drive, east of Santa Anita Avenue,
containing 6 lots.
The Planning Secretary exhibited a map and outlined the improvements
made since the previous map was filed. The subdividers had procured
an additional 34 feet which in effect had overcome the objections
the Commission had to the previous map.
The Staff report was presented as follows:
"This tract, consisting of 6 lots, is located on Santa Anita Avenue,
at Palm Drive.
The
for
all
100
tract as originally submitted proposed a 50 foot wide
street with a 5 foot planting easement on each side.
contained more than 7500 square feet of area but were
feet deep.
dedication
The lots
less than
A revised map filed 'later proposed a 60 foot wide street dedication.
The lots all contained more than 7500 square feet of area but were
less depth than originally. proposed.
More land has been secured and this present map proposed a full
60 foot street dedication with the lots being 83 feet by 104 feet
except at the cuI de sac.
The tract is recommended for approval, subject to the following
conditions:
1. Provide all necessary rear line utility easements.
2. Remove the concrete block wall and all buildings
from the tract.
3. Remove all trees from the street are.a.
4. Install all street improvements required by the
Municipal Code in accordance with plans and
to ,grades satisfactory to the City Engineer.
5. Pay the following fees and deposits:
2 steel street lights
14 street trees
2 street name signs
6 lots recreation fee
@
@
@
@
$115.00
8.50
35.00
25.00
$230.00
119.00
70.00
150.00
$ 569.00
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Commissioner Forman stated the subdividers had procured the additional
land in order to create a standard street and lots. This now makes
a very desirable subdivision. The cuI de sac, of necessity, has
made two of the lots narrow across the front, but the lots have an
area of more than that required under the ordinance. The front set
back would be such as to be 75 feet at the bu{lding line.
Moved by Commissioner Forman, seconded by Commissioner Michler, and
unanimously carried, that the revised tentative map of Tract No.
26497, located on Palm Drive, east of Santa Anita Ave., containing
6 lots, be recommended for approval, subject to the conditions as
outlined in the staff report.
No one desired to be heard.
Commissioner Golisch, Council liaison, was absent from the meeting
being in Canada. There was no report.
The matter of the election of a cnairman was continued from the last
meeting. The Chairman suggested that a secret ballot be voted.
The Planning Secretary circulated ballots which showed a vote of:
Commissioner Forman 3
Commissioner Norton 2
Commissioner Golisch 1
A second ballot was distributed with the same results.
Inasmuch as there was no majority for either nominee, the matter
was continued until the meeting of August 8, 1961.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, the
meeting adjourned at 10:25 P.M.
enu.
L. M. TALLEY,
Planning Secretary
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