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Home My WebLink About04-9-24 Agenda PacketCITY OF ARCADIA Arcadia Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with a disability who require a disability related modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, may request such modification or accommodation from Planning Services at (626) 574-5423. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to the meeting. (626) 574-5423 48 Pursuant to the City of Arcadia’s Language Access Services Policy, limited-English proficient speakers who require translation services in order to participate in a meeting may request the use of a volunteer or professional translator by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. 626-574-5455 72 CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Vincent Tsoi, Chair Marilynne Wilander, Vice Chair David Arvizu, Commissioner Angela Hui, Commissioner Domenico Tallerico, Commissioner SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minute time limit per person) Each speaker is limited to five (5) minutes per person, unless waived by the Planning Commission. Under the Brown Act, the Commission or Board Members are prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. PUBLIC HEARING All interested persons are invited to appear at a public hearing and to provide evidence or testimony concerning any of the proposed items set forth below for consideration. Separate and apart from the applicant (who may speak longer at the discretion of the Commission) speakers shall be limited to five (5) minutes per person. The applicant may additionally submit rebuttal comments, at the discretion of the Commission. You are hereby advised that should you desire to legally challenge in court or in an administrative proceeding any action taken by the City Council regarding any public hearing item, you may be limited to raising only those issues and objections you or someone else raised at the public hearing or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. 1 1.Resolution No. 2145– Approving Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03(84272), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 23-07 for an eight-unit, Modern Prairie style, multiple family residential development at 306 California Street CEQA: Exempt Recommendation: Adopt Applicant: Eric Tsang CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Commission, staff, or the public request that specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and action. 1. Minutes of the March 12, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve DISCUSSION ITEMS FROM COMMISSIONER TALLERICO 1. Hostile Architecture; and 2. Updates from the 2024 Planning Commission Academy MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL LIAISON MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONERS MATTERS FROM ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission will adjourn this meeting to Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. 2 Welcome to the Arcadia Planning Commission Meeting! The Planning Commission encourages public participation and invites you to share your views on City business. MEETINGS: Regular Meetings of the Planning Commission are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. A full Planning Commission agenda packet with all backup information is available at City Hall, the Arcadia Public Library, and on the City’s website at www.ArcadiaCA.gov. Copies of individual Agenda Reports are available via email upon request (Planning@ArcadiaCA.gov). Documents distributed to a majority of the Planning Commission after the posting of this agenda will be available for review at the Planning Services Office in City Hall, 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: Your participation is welcomed and invited at all Planning Commission meetings. Time is reserved at each regular meeting for those in the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission. The City requests that persons addressing the Planning Commission refrain from making personal, slanderous, profane, or disruptive remarks. When the Chair asks for those who wish to speak please come to the podium and state your name and address for the record. Please provide a copy of any written materials used in your address to the Planning Commission as well as a copy of any printed materials you wish to be distributed to the Planning Commission. MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA should be presented during the time designated as “PUBLIC COMMENTS.” In general, each speaker will be given (5) minutes to address the Planning Commission; however, the Chair, at his/her discretion, may shorten the speaking time limit to allow all speakers time to address the Planning Commission. By State law, the Planning Commission may not discuss or vote on items not on the agenda. The matter will automatically be referred to staff for appropriate action or response, or will be placed on the agenda of a future meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND APPEALS are items scheduled for which public input is either required or desired. Separate and apart from an applicant or appellant (who may speak longer at the discretion of the Planning Commission), speakers shall be limited to (5) minutes per person. The Chair, at his/her discretion, may shorten the speaking time limit to allow all speakers to address the Planning Commission. The applicant or appellant may also be afforded an additional opportunity for rebuttal comments. AGENDA ITEMS: The Agenda contains the regular order of business of the Planning Commission. Items on the Agenda have generally been reviewed and investigated by the City Staff in advance of the meeting so that the Planning Commission can be fully informed about a matter before making its decision. CONSENT CALENDAR: Items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and may be acted upon by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a member of the Planning Commission, Staff, or the public so requests. In this event, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered and acted on separately. DECORUM: While members of the public are free to level criticism of City policies and the action(s) or proposed action(s) of the Planning Commission or its members, members of the public may not engage in behavior that is disruptive to the orderly conduct of the proceedings, including, but not limited to, conduct that prevents other members of the audience from being heard when it is their opportunity to speak, or which prevents members of the audience from hearing or seeing the proceedings. Members of the public may not threaten any person with physical harm or act in a manner that may reasonably be interpreted as an imminent threat of physical harm. All persons attending the meeting are expected to adhere to the City’s policy barring harassment based upon a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age. The Chief of Police, or such member or members of the Police Department, may serve as the Sergeant-at-Arms of the Planning Commission meeting. The Sergeant-at-Arms shall carry out all orders and instructions given by the presiding official for the purpose of maintaining order and decorum at the meeting. Any person who violates the order and decorum of the meeting may be placed under arrest and such person may be prosecuted under the provisions of Penal Code Section 403 or applicable Arcadia Municipal Code section. 3 (Arcadia Public Library) (www.ArcadiaCA.gov) (Planning@ArcadiaCA.gov) (City Hall, 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California) “” (5) (5) “” “” 403 4 DATE: April 9, 2024 TO: Honorable Chair and Planning Commission FROM: Lisa L. Flores, Deputy Development Services Director By: Gary Yesayan, Associate Planner SUBJECT: RESOLUTION NO. 2145 - APPROVING MULTIPLE FAMILY ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. MFADR 23-04, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. TTM 23-03 (84272), AND PROTECTED HEALTHY TREE REMOVAL PERMIT NO. TRH 23-07 FOR AN EIGHT-UNIT MODERN PRAIRIE STYLE, MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AT 306 CALIFORNIA STREET CEQA: Exempt Recommendation: Adopt SUMMARY The Applicant, Eric Tsang, on behalf of the property owner, 306 California LLC, is requesting approval of Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03 (84272), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 23-07, for an eight-unit Modern Prairie multiple family, residential development. Development Code, and Subdivision Code. As an infill development project, the proposed development qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15332. It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), TRH 23-07, subject to the conditions listed in this staff report, and adopt Resolution No. 2145 refer to Attachment No. 1. BACKGROUND The subject property is a 16,500 square foot corner lot that is located on the southeast corner of California Street and South 3rd Avenue. The property is zoned R-3, High Density Multiple Family Residential with a General Plan Land Use Designation of High Density Residential. The subject property is surrounded by other R-3 zoned properties to the west, north, and east, and R-2 zoned properties to the south. The project site is currently 5 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 2 of 14 developed with three single-story, single-family houses refer to Attachment No. 2 for an aerial photo with zoning information. Figure 1 below shows the existing site. Based on the evaluation by an Architectural Historian, the buildings on the property do not meet any of the minimum requirements for designation as a historical resource under the federal, state, and local criteria. The residences are not a good example of any architectural style and are not representative of or associated with any important historical events or people. The structures have not yet been demolished due to the , which requires approval of a new project prior to demolition of the structures on site. As such, a Certificate of Demolition (COD) to demolish all existing structures on the subject site was conditionally approved on June 26, 2023 refer to Attachment No. 3 for the Historical Evaluation Report. PROPOSAL The Applicant is proposing to demolish the structures on the property, and construct a new three-story, eight-unit, Modern-Prairie multiple family residential condominium style development with at-grade parking refer to Attachment No. 4 for the Tentative Tract Map and Attachment No. 5 for the proposed Architectural Plans. Each unit will have three bedrooms and three bathrooms with a total floor area of 1,382 square feet. The site will have one access for ingress and egress from California Street, with pedestrian walkways on each side of the property refer to Figure 2 below for the Site Plan. Figure 1 - Existing Site at 306 California St. 6 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 3 of 14 The proposed development will have an overall building height of 33 -0 which is the maximum allowed per code with a pitched roof. The development will provide the minimum required front and street side yard setback of -, as well as all the other minimum required setbacks in the R-3 zone. Each of the units - car garage -. The development will provide four (4) code compliant guest parking spaces (one for every two units), as well as adequate bicycle parking located at the southwest corner of the property, south of Unit 4. Based on the total number of parking spaces provided, the project meets the required parking per the Development Code. To satisfy the minimum required 800 square feet of open space (100 square feet per unit), the development has proposed seating and common-use areas along the west side of the property totaling 1,255 square feet. Figure 2 Site Plan 7 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 4 of 14 The proposal also includes the removal of a 56-inch Coast Live oak tree that is currently within the interior side yard setback. The site does not include any other protected trees. As mitigation, the applicant will be required to plant at least three (3) 48-inch box-sized Coat Live oak trees within the site. Additional analysis will be provided later in this staff report under the Analysis section. ANALYSIS The R-3 zone has a minimum density of one dwelling unit per 2,200 square feet of lot area, and a maximum density of one unit per 1,450 square feet of lot area. This calculates to a minimum of seven (7) units and a maximum of 11 units for the subject site; therefore, the proposed eight-unit development complies with the minimum density requirement of the underlying R-3 zone. The project will comply with the development standards of the R-3 Zone, including but not limited to setbacks, height, and parking. Concurrent with the subdivision application, the Planning Commission is to approve, conditionally approve, or deny the architectural design of the proposed project. The project is designed in a Modern Prairie architectural style refer to Attachment No. 5 for the Architectural Plans and Figure-3 below for the color rendering. Figure 2 Color Rendering The building is representative of Modern Prairie architecture, incorporating its character defining features such as exterior stone veneer (Indiana cut stone/split face) along the front (north) façade for the first and second floors. The development presents low-pitched rooflines that are common for Prairie style architecture, with concrete dark-gray roofing material. The building provides fenestration that includes windows of varying sizes emphasizing its Prairie style architecture. The exterior will consist of stucco, wood panels, and stone. The dark bronze colored window frames and entry doors will help provide contrast against the light colored walls. 8 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 5 of 14 The massing and scale of this project will be compatible with the other multi-family developments found within this immediate neighborhood, which consists of various architectural styles , including Traditional, Craftsman, Spanish, and some simple non-descript architecture. The proposed three-story development at this site will have a maximum height of - which is at the same height to the relatively new three- story condominium development next door to the east at 314 California Street. The Modern Prairie architecture, which incorporates sloped rooflines, especially evident along its front (north) elevation would blend well with its neighboring Spanish style, multiple family development. Additionally, several of its exterior design attributes such as the exposed bronze-colored stucco reveals, dark-framed windows, and roof, would provide a subtle visual transition between the existing Spanish style development immediately to the east of the project site which include a similar color and material pallet. The proposed project would remain compatible with the general scale, mass, and bulk of existing multiple family residential developments in the area. Additionally, the proposed development and subdivision of condominiums Plan, Multiple-Family Residential Design Guidelines, the Development Code, and the State Subdivision Map Act. Tree Removal The site has a total of six (6) trees, but only one of them is a protected tree per Tree Protection Ordinance (the 56-inch Coast Live Oak - #6). The other five (5) trees are either not protected tree or does not meet the minimum trunk diameter to qualify as a protected tree refer to the Attachment No 6 Certified Arborist report. The mature Coast Live Oak tree is located within the interior side yard area near the southeast corner of the property where Unit 7 and 8 are proposed. The tree has a trunk diameter of 56 inches with its canopy expanding approximately 78 feet wide. The tree is in good health, even though it has a slight decline with some dying limbs. Given the size and the location of the subject tree, the removal is necessary to meet the minimum required unit density of seven units for this site. The units are grouped in pairs Figure 4 Oak tree location 9 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 6 of 14 for the development to comply with the required development standards, including setbacks, minimum driveway width, adequate site access, and opens space. As such, the location of Unit Nos. 7 and 8 will conflict with the existing Oak tree on site. Hence, its removal is necessary to provide the needed area refer to Figure 4 and Attachment No. 6 for the Arborist Report. As a condition of approval for the removal of the subject Oak, the Applicant will be required to plant at least two (2) 24-inch trees within the property. Instead the Applicant will be proposing three 48-inch Coast Live Oak trees within the front and street-side yard area. A follow-up Arborist report will also be required to verify compliance with the replacement requirement. FINDINGS Tentative Tract Map The proposed subdivision complies with the subdivision regulations of the Development Code, and the Subdivision Map Act, and the Regional Water Quality Control Board requirements. The following findings are required for approval of the Tentative Tract Map: 1. The proposed map, subdivision design, and improvements are consistent with the General Plan, any applicable specific plan, and the Subdivisions Division of the Development Code. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed tentative tract map for an eight- unit multiple-family residential condominium-style development and subdivision of the airspace are Development Code, and the Subdivision Map Act. The High Density Residential General Plan designation is intended to accommodate high density, attached or detached housing types for both renter and owner households within a neighborhood context. The R-3 zone is intended to provide areas for a variety of medium to high density residential development, including townhomes and condominiums. The site is physically suitable for this type of development, and the approval of the architectural design for the building is compatible with the scale, mass, and character with structures in the surrounding neighborhood. The project would not adversely affect the comprehensive General Plan and is consistent with the following General Plan goals and policies: Land Use and Community Design Element Policy LU-1.1: Promote new infill and redevelopment projects that are with surrounding existing uses. Policy LU-4.1: Require that new multifamily residential development be visually and functionally integrated and consistent in scale, mass, and character with structures in the surrounding neighborhood. 10 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 7 of 14 2. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of development. Facts in Support of the Finding: The R-3 zone has a minimum density of one dwelling unit per 2,200 square feet of lot area, and a maximum density of one unit per 1,450 square feet of lot area. Based on the lot area of 16,500 square feet, a minimum of seven units and a maximum of eleven (11) units are allowed on this site. The proposed eight-unit multiple family development complies with the density requirements and all other applicable zoning requirements, including but not limited to parking, setbacks, height, and open space. Therefore, the site is physically suitable for the proposed eight-unit multiple family development. 3. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. Facts in Support of the Finding: The project is an infill site within an urbanized area and does not serve as a habitat for endangered or rare species. Therefore, the project would not cause substantial environmental damage or impact to wildlife. 4. The design of the subdivision or type of improvements is not likely to cause serious public health or safety problems. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed subdivision is to subdivide the airspace of eight-units for condominium purposes. The construction will be in compliance with all applicable Building and Fire Codes to ensure public health and safety. The proposed density will be below the maximum allowed by the R-3 zone Therefore, the development will not cause any public health or safety problems. 5. The design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision (This finding shall apply only to easements of record or to easements established by judgement of a court of competent jurisdiction and no authority is hereby granted to a legislative body to determine that the public at large has acquired easements for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision). Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed design of the subdivision does not conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. There are no known easements on the subject property. 11 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 8 of 14 6. The discharge of sewage from the proposed subdivision into the community sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements specified by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board. Facts in Support of the Finding: The Arcadia Public Works Services Department development and the requirements of the California Regional Water Quality Control Board would be satisfied. 7. The proposed design and site improvements of the subdivision conform to the regulations of this Development Code and the regulations of any public agency having jurisdiction by law. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed design of the multi-family development standards are being met and all improvements required for the site No public agency that has jurisdiction by law has found that the proposed development does not conform to any of their regulations. Architectural Design Review The proposed development is located within the High Density Residential (R-3) Zone, which is intended to provide a variety of medium to high density residential development. The proposed massing, scale, and landscaping are compatible with the other multiple family developments in the surrounding neighborhood. The Modern Prairie style architecture to the general neighborhood would help provide a transition while remaining compatible with the general scale, mass, and bulk of existing multiple family residential developments in the area. In addition, t Residential Design Guidelines. All City requirements regarding disabled access and facilities, occupancy limits, building safety, health code compliance, emergency equipment, environmental regulation compliance, and parking and site design shall be complied with by the property owner/applicant to the satisfaction of the Building Official, City Engineer, Deputy Development Services Director, Fire Marshal, and Public Works Services Director, or their respective designees. The following findings are required for the approval of a Site Plan and Design Review pursuant to Development Code Section 9107.19.050.F. 8. The proposed development will be in compliance with all applicable development standards and regulation in the Development Code. 12 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 9 of 14 Facts in Support of the Finding: The subject site is zoned R-3, High Density Residential Zone, which allows for at least seven (7) units, and up to 11 units. The proposed development will not change the use or density allowed in this zone and meets all of the development standards and regulations required, including but not limited to setbacks, height, open space, parking, etc. Therefore, the new development will be in compliance with all the applicable standards and regulations in the Development Code, and -Family Design Guidelines. 9. The proposed development will be consistent in the objectives and standards of the applicable Design Guidelines. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed development, in terms of the overall mass, height, and scale of the buildings, will be consistent with the built environment and the newer multi-family condominiums and Multiple-Family Residential Design Guidelines. The architectural style on this development, Modern Prairie, was chosen since the proposed style blends with the other existing mix of modern and historic-period single and multi-family residences, and the Craftsman Bungalow and Minimal Traditional style residences that are on the subject property. The third floor was stepped back, and the mix of exterior materials provides articulation and helps further reduce the visual mass of the building. The proposal will also include seven (7) large trees within the front and street-side yard areas, including three large 48-inch mature Coast Live Oak trees to help further mitigate the mass and scale from the street. Therefore, the proposed development will be consistent with the objectives and standards of the Multiple-Family Design Guidelines. 10. The proposed development will be compatible in terms of scale and aesthetic design with surrounding properties and developments. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed development would be compatible with the character of the neighborhood in terms of the architectural design and scale since the subject site is in a multi-family neighborhood that consists of semi-subterranean buildings and three-story buildin - in height. The Modern Prairie style buildings will consist of low-pitched roof, top half or the upper story emphasized with different materials and colors, taller windows, and wide use of natural colors with contrasting darker trims that are typically found on other properties within this neighborhood. The architectural design, overall articulation, extensive front and street-side yard landscaping including seven (7) new trees and having the third floor stepped back from the bottom two floors will help minimize the scale, soften the appearance of this development, and allow for consistency with the neighborhood. Therefore, this finding can be met. 13 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 10 of 14 11. The proposed development will have an adequate and efficient site layout in terms of access, vehicular circulation, parking, and landscaping. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed development will have one driveway that will provide ingress and egress from California Street for all eight units. Additional pedestrian access is also provided along S. 3rd Avenue and California Street. The proposed development will comply with the minimum requirement for back-out, driveway widths, guest parking spaces, and required parking. The proposed landscaping will complement the architectural design, provide screening along the side and rear property lines, and meet the intent of 12. The proposed development will be in compliance with all of the applicable criteria identified in Subparagraph 9107.19.040.C.5 for compliance with the Development Code and all other applicable City regulations and policies, the General Plan and any appliable specific plan, the Design Guidelines, policies and standards, and efficient site and layout design. Facts in Support of the Finding: The proposed development as evaluated -3, High Density -Family Residential Design Guidelines as the proposed development will have an appropriate mass, scale, and design that fits with the other structures in the immediate vicinity. Extensive new landscaping throughout will complement the home and provide additional screening along both side and the rear property lines. The driveway for the site is designed to provide efficient and safe access to the residents and neighbors. No major impacts on or off-site are expected from this Multiple- Family Residential Design Guidelines and General Plan. Removal of a Healthy Protected Tree The following findings are required for the approval of the removal of a healthy protected tree per Development Code Section 9110.01.070.A.2. 13. Removal of a Healthy Protected Tree and Encroachment into a Protected Tree Facts in Support of the Finding: The removal of the protected Coast Live Oak tree is necessary since it will not survive due to the proposed grading and excavation for two of the units and the construction will severely damage the roots. There is no alternative since the tree is within the path of any new housing units. However, the tree will be replaced with three 48-inch box Coast Live Oak trees. Therefore, the removal of a healthy protected tree is warranted to accommodate the proposed development. 14 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 11 of 14 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT It has been determined that the project site is less than five (5) acres; the project site has no value as a habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species; the proposed project will not have any significant effects upon the environment, and the site can be adequately served by all the required utilities and public services. Therefore, the project is exempt under Class 32 (In-Fill Development Projects) pursuant to Section 15332 of the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. Refer to Attachment No. 7 for the Preliminary Exemption Assessment. PUBLIC NOTICE/COMMENTS A public hearing notice for this item was mailed to the property owners located within 300 feet of the subject property on March 28, 2024. The Applicant has also sent a certified letter of notification to each of the current tenants. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03 (84272), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 23-07, find the project Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and adopt Resolution No. 2145, subject to the following conditions of approval: 1. The project shall be developed and maintained by the Applicant/Property Owner in a manner that is consistent with the plans submitted and conditionally approved for MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), and TRH 23-07 subject to the approval of the Deputy Development Services Director, or designee. 2. Any required mechanical equipment, such as backflow devices, visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened from public view. Screening may include landscaping, solid walls or other methods deemed appropriate for the development. The placement and height of said screening shall be subject to review and approval by the Deputy Development Services Director, or designee. 3. Prior to final inspection, at least three (3) 48-inch box Coast Live Oak trees shall be planted on the subject site as replacement trees. A Landscape Plan in compliance provided. Said replacement trees must be shown on the final Landscape Plan that is submitted to Building Services for plan check, and subject to review and approval by the Planning Division. A follow-up report shall be submitted to the City prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy from Building Services. 4. The project shall comply with the latest adopted edition of the following codes as applicable: a. California Building Code 15 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 12 of 14 b. California Electrical Code c. California Mechanical Code d. California Plumbing Code e. California Energy Code f. California Fire Code g. California Green Building Standards Code h. California Existing Building Code i. Arcadia Municipal Code 5. The project shall comply with Chapter 35A Multiple Family Construction Standards as amended in the Arcadia Municipal Code Section 8130.20. 6. A demolition permit shall be obtained from the Building and Safety Division prior to the removal and/or demolition of structures on site. 7. Calculations shall be provided to determine the total combined maximum domestic and fire demand and verify the required water service size. 8. Condominium/townhouse complexes of more than five (5) individual units shall be served by a common domestic master water meter and service capable of supplying sufficient water to meet all domestic and fire suppression needs of the total number of units. 9. If fire suppression will be common to the complex, a separate fire service with Double Check Detector Assembly (DCDA) shall be required as directed by the Fire Marshal. 10. If a water service for each unit is to be used to supply both domestic water and fire sprinklers, the fire service shall be separated from the domestic water service at each unit with an approved back flow prevention device. 11. All condominiums shall require a separate water service and meter for common area landscape irrigation. 12. A Water Meter Clearance Application shall be submitted to the Public Works Services Department prior to permit issuance. 13. A new water service shall be installed according to the specification of the Public Works Services Department Engineering Section. Abandonment of existing water services, if necessary, shall be carried out by the Developer. According to Public Works Services Department, Engineering Section specifications. 14. If any drainage fixture elevation in any building shall be lower than the elevation of the next upstream manhole cover, an approved type of backwater valve shall be required to be installed on the lateral behind the property line. An 8-inch sewer main 16 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 13 of 14 is available on S. 3rd Avenue to provide sanitary sewer service. Development shall utilize existing sewer lateral if possible. 15. The proposed project shall be subject to low impact development (LID) requirements. These requirements include but are not limited to using infiltration trenches, bio-retention planter boxes, roof drains connected to a landscaped area, pervious concrete/paver, etc. 16. Prepare and provide a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to address construction Best Management Practices (BMPs) to be reviewed and approved by the Department of Public Works. 17. 18. Trash enclosure shall be sized to accommodate a minimum of three 3-yd bins for trash, recycling, and containers for green waste. There should be a minimum of 1- foot clearance around the trash bin/recycling bin(s). If individual carts are to be used, three (3) carts shall be required for each unit. 19. Prior to removal of any city tree located on the public right-of-way, the Applicant shall obtain approval and permits from the Department of Public Works and shall comply with the replacement tree requirements to plant three (3) 36-inch box-sized plant one (1) 36-inch box-sized Chinese Pistache tree along California Street, with the specific locations to be determined per the Public Works Inspector. 20. New power poles are prohibited. All utility conductors, cables, conduits, and wiring supplying electrical, cable and telephone service to a multiple family building shall be installed underground except risers which are adjacent to and attached to a building. 21. If an electrical transformer is recommended/required by the Southern California Edison to upgrade the system, it shall be placed outside of the public right-of-way, and on private property. 22. Prior to final map recordation and approval, a bond shall be executed and provided by the Developer to the City for the following off-site improvements or complete the construction of the following off-site improvements: a. Remove existing driveway approaches and construct new driveway approach per City Standards. b. Remove, replace, and construct new sidewalk providing adequate path of travel in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Sidewalk on the north side of the property to be connected to the existing 17 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 14 of 14 sidewalk along the frontage of the property to the east. Sidewalk along California St., to be constructed at the back side of the parkway, away from curb to be in line with existing sidewalk to the east. New sidewalk along California to be shown on the map. c. property line to property line. Portion of cross gutter to be removed and replaced at southeast corner of California St and Third Ave. d. Construct new ADA compliant curb ramp at the southeast corner of California St and Third Ave. 23. Prior to occupancy, the Developer shall repair any damages caused by the development to the asphalt street frontages from property line to property line including but not limited to trench cuts and construction traffic, per the direction of the City Engine repair may extend from curb to curb, per the direction of the City Engineer. 24. All structures shall be provided with an automatic fire sprinkler system per the City -Family Dwelling Sprinkler Standard. 25. If a gate is proposed under a separate approval, a knox switch shall be provided for Fire Department access. 26. The Applicant/Property Owner shall comply with all City requirements regarding building safety, fire prevention, detection, suppression, emergency access, public right-of-way improvements, parking, water supply and water facilities, sewer facilities, trash reduction and recycling requirements, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) measures to the satisfaction of the Building Official, Fire Marshal, Public Works Services Director, and Deputy Development Services Director. Compliance with these requirements is to be determined by having fully detailed construction plans submitted for plan check review and approval by the foregoing City officials and employees. 27. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Applicant must defend, indemnify, and hold the City, any departments, agencies, divisions, boards, and/or commissions of the City, and its elected officials, officers, contractors serving as City officials, agents, e for damages and/or claims, actions, or proceedings for damages for personal injuries, including death, and claims for property damage, and with respect to all other actions and liabilities for damages caused or alleged to have been caused by Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23- 03 (84272), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 23- on the Project site, and which may arise from the direct or indirect operations of the 18 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 15 of 14 construction of the Project. This indemnity provision applies to all damages and claims, actions, or proceedings for damages, as described above, regardless of whether the City prepared, supplied, or approved the plans, specifications, or other documents for the Project. In the event of any legal action challenging the validity, applicability, or interpretation of any provision of this approval, or any other supporting document relating to the Project, the City will notify the Applicant of the claim, action, or proceedings and will cooperate in the defense of the matter. The Applicant must indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Indemnitees, and each of them, with respect to all liability, costs and expenses incurred by, and/or awarded against, the City or any of the Indemn such action, the Applicant shall provide to the City a cash deposit to cover legal fees, costs, and expenses incurred by City in connection with defense of any legal action in an initial amount to be reasonably determined by the City Attorney. The City may draw funds from the deposit for such fees, costs, and expenses. Within 5 business days of each and every notice from City that the deposit has fallen below the initial amount, Applicant shall replenish the deposit each and every time in order to the Developer any unexpended funds from the deposit within 30 days of: (i) a final, non-appealable decision by a court of competent jurisdiction resolving the legal action; or (ii) full and complete settlement of legal action. The City shall have the right to select legal counsel of its choice. The parties hereby agree to cooperate in defending such action. The City will not voluntarily assist in any such third-party challenge(s). In consideration for approval of the Project, this condition shall remain in effect if the entitlement(s) related to this Project is rescinded or revoked, at the request of the Applicant or not. 28. Approval of MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), and TRH 23-07, shall not be in effect unless the Property Owner and Applicant have executed and filed the Acceptance Form with the City on or before 30 calendar days after the Planning Commission has adopted the Resolution. The executed Acceptance Form submitted to the Development Services Department is to indicate awareness and acceptance of the conditions of approval. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION Approval If the Planning Commission intends to approve this project, the Commission should move to approve Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03 (84272) and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 19 Resolution No. 2145 - MFADR 23-04, TTM 23-03 (84272), & TRH 23-07 306 California Street April 9, 2024 Page 16 of 14 23-07, state that the proposal satisfies the requisite findings, and adopt the attached Resolution No. 2145 that incorporates the requisite environmental and subdivision findings, and the conditions of approval as presented in this staff report, or as modified by the Commission. Denial If the Planning Commission is to deny this project, the Commission should state the specific findings that the proposal does not satisfy based on the evidence presented with specific reasons for denial, and move to deny Multiple Family Architectural Design Review MFADR 23-04, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03 (84272) and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 23-07, and direct staff to prepare a resolution for adoption at . If any Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has questions or comments regarding this matter prior to the April 9, 2024, Planning Commission hearing, please contact Associate Planner, Gary Yesayan at (626) 574-5422, or by email at gyesayan@ArcadiaCA.gov Approved: Lisa L. Flores Deputy Development Services Director Attachment No. 1: Resolution No. 2145 Attachment No. 2: Aerial image with zoning information and site photos Attachment No. 3: Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-03 (84272) Attachment No. 4: Architectural Plans Attachment No. 5: Arborist Report Attachment No. 6: Preliminary Exemption Assessment 20 Attachment No. 1 Attachment No. 1 Resolution No. 2145 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Attachment No. 2 Attachment No. 2 Aerial Map with Zoning Information and Photos 37 Overlays Selected parcel highlighted Parcel location within City of Arcadia N/A Property Owner(s): Lot Area (sq ft): Year Built: Main Structure / Unit (sq. ft.): R-3 Number of Units: HDR Property Characteristics 1953 732 3 Property Owner Site Address:306 CALIFORNIA ST Parcel Number: 5779-005-001 N/A Zoning: General Plan: N/A Downtown Overlay: Downtown Parking Overlay: Architectural Design Overlay:N/A N/A N/A N/A Residential Flex Overlay: N/A N/A N/A N/A Special Height Overlay: N/A Parking Overlay: Racetrack Event Overlay: This map is a user generated static output from an Internet mapping site and is for reference only. Data layers that appear on this map may or may not be accurate, current, or otherwise reliable. Report generated 24-Mar-2024 Page 1 of 1 38 39 40 Attachment No. 3 Attachment No. 3 Historical Evaluation Report 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 Attachment No. 4 Attachment No. 4 Tentative Tract Map No. 23-03 (84272) 50 51 52 Attachment No. 5 Attachment No. 5 Architectural Plans 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 Attachment No. 6 Attachment No. 6 Arborist Report 60 Prepared for: Eric Tsang Architects 440 E Huntington Dr. Suite 323 Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Prepared by: Javier Cabral Consulting Arborist International Society of Arborists # WE- 8116A 1390 El Sereno Ave Pasadena, California 91103 (626)818-8704 jctcabral@sbcglobal.net Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 1 ISA Certified Arborist 31 Dec 2025 61 Summary ------------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 3 Background and assignment Summary -------------------------------- pg. 3 Site Conditions & Google Earth Image ------------------------------- pg. 4 List Inventory ------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 5 Landscape Plan With Trees---------------------------------------------- pg. 6 & 7 Tree Pictures -------------------------------------------------------------- pg. 8 thru 14 Arborist Signature Page ------------------------------------------------- pg. 15 Certificate Of Performance ---------------------------------------------- pg. 16 Eric Tsang 306 California St. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 2 62 Mrs. Tsang, You have retained my consulting arborist services to provide a tree inventory and tree protection plan for the property described as 306 California St. Arcadia, CA 91006. You are in the planning and permitting stages of a new 3-story condominium (8 unit). Mrs. Tsang has requested that I provide the following arboricultural services. 1) Identify all trees on the property and label them on the architectural drawings as provided to the arborist by Mr. Eric Tsang. 2) Evaluate the current health of the trees and make recommendations based on their health 3) Provide a protection plan for all protected trees. The following report is based on my site visit on August 1, 2023 and my analysis of the trees, landscape plan, and the surrounding landscape. For the purpose of this report I will address these trees as on-site Trees # 1 thru 7. Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 3 63 A one-story single-family home currently exists on this property located at 306 California St. Arcadia CA 91006. There is a total of (6) trees on site, of which (1) Coast live oak is protected by the City of Arcadia Tree Protection Ordinance. (1) off-site tree is proposed to be removed and one protected Coast live oak Tree # 6 on the inventory must be removed to meet the minimum density requirement per zoning code. (3) unprotected trees shall be removed. Google Earth Image Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 4 64 A) - Healthy, vigorous tree, reasonably free of disease, with good structure and form typical of the species. B) - A tree with slight decline in vigor, small amount of twig dieback, minor structural defects that could be corrected. C) - A tree with moderate vigor, moderate twig and small branch dieback, thinning crown, poor leaf color, moderate structural defects that might be mitigated. D) A tree in decline, epicormics growth, extensive dieback of medium to large branches, significant structural defects that cannot be abated. F) A tree in severe decline, dieback of scaffold branches and or trunk, mostly epicormics growth, extensive structural defects that cannot be abated. List Inventory Pg. 1 Eric Tsang 306 California St. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 5 65 Landscape Plan With Trees (full scale) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 6 66 Landscape Plan With Trees (Cropped) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 7 67 Tree # 1 (facing west) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 8 # 1 68 Tree # 2 (facing south) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 9 # 2 69 Tree # 3 (facing south) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 10 # 3 70 Tree # 4 (facing south) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 11 # 4 71 Tree # 5 (facing southwest) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 12 # 5 72 Tree # 6 (facing south) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 13 # 6 73 Tree # 7 (facing south) Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 14 # 7 74 Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 15 75 I Javier Cabral certify the following: No warranty is made, expressed or implied, that problems or deficiencies of the trees or the property will not occur in the future, from any cause. The Arborist shall not be responsible for damages or injuries caused by any tree defects and assume no responsibility for the correction of defects or tree related problems. The owner and client of the trees may choose to accept or disregard the recommendations of the Arborist or seek additional advice if the owner decides not to accept the Arborists findings or recommendations. The Arborist has no past, present or future interest in the removal or preservation of any tree. The opinions contained in the Arborist report are independent and objective judgements of the Arborist. The findings, opinions, and recommendations of the Arborist are based on based on the physical inspection of said property. The opinions are based on knowledge, experience, and education. The Arborist shall not be required to provide testimony, provide site monitoring, provide further documentation for changes beyond the control of the Arborist, be deposed, or to attend any meeting without contractual arrangements for additional fees to the Arborist. The Arborist assumes no responsibility for verification of ownership or location of property lines, or for any recommendations based on inaccurate information. This Arborist report may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or the Arborist and the client to whom the report was provided to. Any changes or alteration of this report invalidates the entire report. Arborists are tree specialists who use their education, knowledge, training and experience to examine trees, recommend measures to enhance the beauty and health of trees, make recommendations to prevent or minimize damage to trees during and after construction projects, and attempt to reduce the risk of living near trees. Clients may choose to accept or disregard the recommendations of the arborist, or to seek additional advice. Arborists cannot detect every condition that could possibly lead to the structural failure of a tree. Trees are living organisms that fail in ways we do not fully understand. Conditions are often hidden within trees and below ground. Arborists cannot guarantee that a tree will be healthy or safe under all circumstances, or for a specified period of time. Likewise, remedial treatments, like any medicine, cannot be guaranteed. services such as property boundaries, property ownership, site lines, disputes between neighbors, and other issues. Arborists cannot take such considerations into account unless complete and accurate information is disclosed to the arborist. An arborist should then be expected to reasonably rely upon the completeness and accuracy of the information provided. Trees can be managed, but they cannot be controlled. To live near trees is to accept some degree of risk. The only way to eliminate all risk associated with trees is to eliminate all trees. Eric Tsang 306 California St.. Arcadia, CA 91006 August 5, 2023 Javier Cabral / Consulting Arborist Pg. # 16 76 Attachment No. 7 Attachment No. 7 Preliminary Exemption Assessment 77 Preliminary Exemption Assessment PRELIMINARY EXEMPTION ASSESSMENT (Certificate of Determination When Attached to Notice of Exemption) Date: March 21, 2024 Staff: Gary Yesayan, Associate Planner 1.Name or description of project:MFADR 23-04, TRH 23-07, and TTM 23-03 (84272)A tentative tract map for an eight-unit residential condominium style development with a Categorical Exemption under the 2.Project Location 306 California Road. The southeast parcel at the intersection of California Road and South Third Avenue. 3.Entity or person undertaking project: A. B.Other (Private) (1)Name 306 California LLC (2)Address P.O. Box 504, Walnut, CA 91788 4.Staff Determination: iew of this project in accordance with the Lead Agency's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)" has concluded that this project does not require further environmental assessment because: a.The proposed action does not constitute a project under CEQA. b.The project is a Ministerial Project. c.The project is an Emergency Project. d.The project constitutes a feasibility or planning study. e.The project is categorically exempt. Applicable Exemption Class: 15332 Class 32 (In-fill development project) f.The project is statutorily exempt. Applicable Exemption: g.The project is otherwise exempt on the following basis: h.The project involves another public agency which constitutes the Lead Agency. Name of Lead Agency: 78 ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2024 Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Planning Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City’s Planning Services Office located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, during normal business hours. CALL TO ORDER Chair Tsoi called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Chair Tsoi, Vice Chair Wilander, Arvizu, Hui (arrived at 7:19 p.m.), and Tallerico ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS There were no items to report. PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minute time limit per person) There were none. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Resolution No. 2142– Approving Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-03, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-05 (84291), Healthy Tree Removal No. TRH 23-04, and Protected Tree Encroachment No. TRE 23-10 for 16-unit, Contemporary style, multi-family residential condominium development at 314-326 S. Second Avenue CEQA: Exempt Recommendation: Adopt Applicant: Philip Chan MOTION - PUBLIC HEARING Chair Tsoi introduced the item and Assistant Planner, Alison MacCarley presented the staff report. Vice Chair Wilander asked if one driveway was enough for 16 units. Ms. MacCarley said the Engineering Division had no comments or concerns about the one driveway. Commissioner Arvizu asked about the square footage of the proposed units. Deputy Development Services Director Lisa Flores confirmed the units’ range in size between 2,300 and 3,200 square feet, and although the maximum density for this project site is 15 units, they are proposing 16 units so there is no net loss. Commissioner Arvizu asked about the varying layouts of the proposed units and if there are other three-story buildings within a 500 ft radius. Ms. McCarley stated that there is one building in the neighborhood that is two stories with a semi- subterranean parking structure that is close to that height if measured from the garage grade. 79 2 3/12/2024 Commissioner Arvizu asked why the proposed development does not have parking below grade like those other developments. Ms. Flores stated semi- subterranean parking is no longer permitted by Code. Ms. Flores added that the third floor is stepped back approximately fifteen feet from the bottom two floors to help reduce the massing. Commissioner Arvizu asked if there were other developments in the area that are 30 feet or higher. Ms. MacCarley said there is a building north of the subject size that is about 30 feet in height. Commissioner Tallerico asked if the developers meet all the City’s standards. Ms. Flores and Ms. MacCarley confirmed that the proposed development meets all standards. Chair Tsoi asked where the replacement tree will be planted. Ms. MacCarley confirmed that the replacement tree will be planted on the northern edge of the property. The public hearing was opened. The Applicant, Philip Chan, introduced himself as the Architect of the project and answered the Commissioner’s questions. Mr. Chan answered Commissioner Arvizu’s questions about mass and scale and explained the elements that they had incorporated into the design that helps reduce the overall mass and scale. Mr. Chan distributed a study demonstrating the aerial view of the project and the surrounding neighborhood. Commissioner Tallerico asked why the units have 5.5 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms. Mr. Chan explained that all bedrooms on the second floor have one bathroom, but there is a half bathroom on the first floor, and one bathroom on the third floor for the multi-purpose room so that the residents do not have to go to the second floor to use the bathroom. Commissioner Arvizu asked how they decided on the size and square footage of the units. Mr. Chan stated that the developer decided on the size of the units. Mr. Chan also circled back to the question about subterranean parking and explained that it is not as popular as it was in the past. Instead, developers are opting to have parking at ground level with a third floor of living space. Chair Tsoi suggested making the replacement tree smaller in order to fit more trees. Chair Tsoi asked if the trash enclosure could be relocated so that it is toward the rear of the property. Perhaps it can be swapped with one of the guest parking spaces. 80 3 3/12/2024 Ms. MacCarley said due to the dimensions it was not possible to swap the guest parking with the trash enclosure. Robert Ip introduced himself as the owner’s representative and spoke in favor of the project. Doris Arbour introduced herself as an Arcadia resident of more than 50 years and spoke in opposition to the project. She had concerns with the size of the development and potential traffic issues. She also submitted a letter to the Planning Commission that expressed her concerns. Jeanie Tarj introduced herself as a neighbor and expressed some concerns about the height of the structures and the potential increase in traffic to the area. Chair Tsoi invited the Applicant back up to the podium if he would like to address any of the comments or concerns before they closed the public hearing. Mr. Chan spoke for the last time and reiterated that his project is in compliance and follows all the guidelines and requirements. Commissioner Tallerico made a motion to close the public hearing. Vice Chair Wilander seconded the motion. Without objection, the motion was approved. DISCUSSION Commissioner Arvizu thought the proposed development was a nice design and listed some of the elements that he thought were attractive, however, he believed the development was larger than the other developments in terms of scale of mass and was concerned this will set a precedent for other proposals. Commissioner Arvizu also stated that he could not make one of the findings pertaining to the General Plan Land Use Policy No. LU 4-1 that the new development will be consistent in scale, mass, and character with the other structures within the surrounding neighborhood. Vice Chair Wilander agreed with Commissioner Arvizu and stated that the proposed development looks very large and that it is one of her concerns. Ms. Wilander also stated she agreed with the number of proposed replacement trees. Commissioner Tallerico shared the same concerns but recognizes that all findings have been made. Commissioner Hui said the proposal has a nice curb appeal and thought it was comparable to other projects. Ms. Hui had no objection and was in favor of the project. Chair Tsoi stated he liked the architectural style of the project and that it adds character to the neighborhood. Mr. Tsoi added that he would like to see more additional landscaping on the property and that the trash enclosure be concealed more than it already is so that it is out of public view. He also asked if the front yard setback is larger than other properties, and Ms. MacCarley stated that Second Avenue has a larger setback than other streets due to a special setback but that this property has already dedicated that setback that is why the building is situated further back. 81 4 3/12/2024 MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Arvizu, seconded by Vice Chair Wilander to deny the project on the basis that he could not make Tentative Tract Map letter A, that the proposed map, subdivision design and improvements were not consistent with the General Plan, specifically to General Plan Land Use Policy No. LU 4-1 in that the new development will not visually and functionally integrated in terms of scale, mass, and character with the other structures in the surrounding neighborhood. Therefore, he recommended denial of Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-03, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-05 (84291), Healthy Tree Removal No. TRH 23-04, and Protected Tree Encroachment No. TRE 23-10 for 16-unit Contemporary style, multi- family residential condominium development at 314-326 S. Second Avenue. ROLL CALL AYES: Vice Chair Wilander and Commissioner Arvizu NOES: Chair Tsoi, Commissioners Hui, and Tallerico ABSENT: None The motion failed. Chair Tsoi called for another motion. It was moved by Commissioner Tallerico, seconded by Commissioner Hui to adopt Resolution No. 2142 approving Multiple Family Architectural Design Review No. MFADR 23-03, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 23-05 (84291), Healthy Tree Removal No. TRH 23-04, and Protected Tree Encroachment No. TRE 23-10 for 16-unit Contemporary style, multi-family residential condominium development at 314-326 S. Second Avenue, and all the requisite findings were made and it is exempt from CEQA. ROLL CALL AYES: Chair Tsoi, Commissioners Hui, and Tallerico NOES: Vice Chair Wilander and Commissioner Arvizu ABSENT: None The motion was approved. There is a 10-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2024. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes of the February 27, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission Recommendation: Approve Vice Chair Wilander motioned to approve the minutes and seconded by Commissioner Hui. 82 5 3/12/2024 ROLL CALL AYES: Chair Tsoi, Vice Chair Wilander, Commissioners Arvizu, Hui, and Tallerico NOES: None ABSENT: None The motion was approved. MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL LIAISON City Council Member Kwan had nothing to report. MATTERS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSONERS Vice Chair Wilander and Commission Hui asked for updates about several businesses. Ms. Flores provided an update to all their questions. Commissioner Tallarico informed the Commissioners that he will be giving a presentation of hostile architecture at the next meeting along with an update about what he learned from the Planning Commission Academy. MATTERS FROM CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Mike Maurer had nothing to report. MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Flores reported that there will be no items for the March 26 meeting, and it will be cancelled. The next meeting will be on April 9. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission adjourned the meeting at 8:13p.m., to Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. Chair Tsoi, Planning Commission ATTEST: Lisa L. Flores Secretary, Planning Commission 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144