HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Hearing Minutes 7-21-2022Santa Anita Oaks Homeowners Association
Architectural Review Board
Meeting Minutes
Thursday, July 21, 2022
CALL TO ORDER - Chair Tom Walker called the remote meeting to order at 5:00 PM
PURPOSE – Review plans for new home at 1225 Oaklawn Road., Arcadia
ATTENDEES -
Tom Walker (chair, ARB)
Matt Rimmer (ARB)
Lorne Brodhead (ARB)
Vince Vargas (ARB)
Jessica Louie (ARB)
Alex Hou (owner)
Philip Chan (architect)
Jill Hisey (neighbor behind)
Shirley Chi (neighbor south)
Colleen (neighbor across street)
Angela Lin (neighbor next to Jill)
Jack (?)
BACKGROUND –
Several previous meetings had been held with the designer regarding the design and size of the
house resulting in changes to the house style which is now more traditional. Various sections of
the Arcadia single family development standards were referenced in numerous communications
with the designer in those meetings. Some progress was made in the design to be more
sensitive to the prevailing style of the surrounding properties, but issues remained.
PUBLIC COMMENTS –
The south neighbor noted that the large size of the upper floor would block her view of the mountains.
Discussions ensued but nothing was resolved. She also was concerned about large windows overlooking
her yard. The architect agreed to change these windows.
The neighbor behind noted that there is a utility easement that extends approximately 10 feet into the
backyard of the subject property and needs to be maintained. The architect agreed to maintain the
easement and replace the demolished fence. The neighbor also indicated that they believed some of the
proposed construction was on their property. The architect agreed to investigate.
Several neighbors stated that they have been unable to get the plans for the proposed house and that
the plans on the Arcadia web site are too hard to read. Tom Walker agreed to provide plans to anyone
requesting them.
Several neighbors commented on the massiveness of the house since its parameters were very close to
the maximum allowed in many cases and it seemed too large for the lot and the streetscape. The
neighbors commented that the second floor should be moved back further from the street. These
comments were in line with the previous communications between the ARB chair and the designer
leading to the public hearing.
It was also noted that the landscape plan was incomplete and needed more information. No plantings
are identified. Also, it was noted that the driveway and entry hardscape was excessive and is not
harmonious with the streetscape.
Because of these pending issues, Vince Vargas made a motion that the ARB hold a continuance of this
meeting. The architect agreed. Lorne Brodhead seconded the motion. The chair called for a vote which
was approved unanimously as follows:
Tom Walker (chair ARB) – Yes
Matt Rimmer (ARB) - Yes
Lorne Brodhead (ARB) - Yes
Vince Vargas (ARB) - Yes
Jessica Louie (ARB) - Yes
Meeting was closed at 6:15 PM.