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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-23-09ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION 0".0 MINUTES Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 7:00 P.M. Arcadia City Council Chambers The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, June 23, 2009 at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive, with Chairman Beranek presiding. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek ABSENT: None OTHERS ATTENDING City Engineer Phil Wray Community Development Administrator Jim Kasama Associate Planner Tom Li Assistant Planner Steven Lee Assistant Planner Tim Schwehr Senior Administrative Assistant Billie Tone PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION Chairman Beranek asked for nominations for Chairman of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Baderian nominated Commissioner Parrille and Commissioner Hsu seconded the nomination. There being no other nominations, Chairman Beranek called for a vote. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek NOES: None Chairman Parrille assumed the Chairman's position. Chairman Parrille asked for nominations for Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. Commissioner Beranek nominated Commissioner Hsu and Commissioner Baderian seconded the nomination. There being no other nominations, Chairman Parrille called for a vote. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Beranek, Hsu and Parrille NOES: None MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Hsu, seconded by Commissioner Baderian, to read the Resolutions by title only and waive reading the full text of the Resolutions. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Kasama said that a letter of opposition to item no. 2 and a pamphlet on Los Angeles County maintenance work along the spreading grounds near Santa Anita Avenue and Highland Oaks Drive were distributed to each Commissioner. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBLIC HEARING MATTERS - Five-minute time limit per person None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. MODIFICATION NO. MP 09-01 AND SINGLE FAMILY ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. SFADR 09-28 1735 Holly Avenue SANYO International, Inc. (Designer) A new, two-story, 5,038 square-foot, "French Country" style residence that requires the following applications. 1. A Modification for a 66'-3" front yard setback as measured to the centerline of Holly Avenue in lieu of the 70'-0" special setback; and 2. Single-family Architectural Design Review Assistant Planner Steven Lee presented the staff report. Chairman Parrille called for questions from the Commissioners. There were none. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in favor of the project. Mr. Hank Jong, of EGL Associates, Inc., represented the architect for the project, and offered to answer any questions the Commissioners might have. There were none. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to the project. PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 2 There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Baderian, to close the public hearing. Without objection the public hearing was closed. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Hsu, to approve Modification No. MP 09-01 and Single-Family Architectural Design Review No. SFADR 09- 28 subject to the conditions listed in the staff report. There being no further discussion, Chairman Parrille called for a vote. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Beranek, Hsu and Parrille NOES: None Chairman Parrille stated that the applications are approved, and that there is a five working- day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP 09-10 34 E. Huntington Drive Golden State Education Associates, Inc. - Robert Granger (Lessee) A Conditional Use Permit for a tutoring center with a maximum of eight (8) students in an existing 2,250 square-foot commercial space. Associate Planner Tom Li presented the staff report. Chairman Parrille called for questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner Beranek asked if the requirement for 50% retail use is satisfied by the hair salon in the other half of the building. Mr. Li said that regulation applies to First Avenue only and not Huntington Drive. Commissioner Baderian pointed out that the parking arrangement, although legal, is non- conforming and expressed concern about continuing a parking arrangement that does not conform to current regulations. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in favor of the project. Mr. Rob Granger, franchisee for Chyten Educational services, Inc., expressed his belief in Chyten as a wonderful organization that provides a valuable and useful service to the community. He added that he appreciates the concern related to the parking situation and promised to make sure that staff and students understand all restrictions. He said that overall PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 3 he feels that this is the perfect location for this business. Mr. Granger said that he will comply with all conditions imposed on the business and that he feels it will have a low impact on the surrounding businesses. Commissioner Beranek asked Mr. Granger if he was in agreement with all ten conditions of approval and Mr. Granger said that he was. Commissioner Baderian asked how the drop-off of students would be monitored. Mr. Granger said it would be monitored visually by an employee stationed in the lobby at all times. Commissioner Hsu noted that the configuration of the office would invite people to enter from Huntington Drive and Mr. Granger pointed out that there is a walkway from the public parking lot across the street. Commissioner Hsu noted that the requirement to park across the street only applies to the staff. Mr. Dan Byers, Chyten franchise representative, said that this is Chyten's first California franchise. He noted that since tutoring sessions are on a scheduled basis there wouldn't be a rush of students at any one time. He also assured the Commissioners that from the initial stage of recruiting the students, their parents would be informed of all parking restrictions. Commissioner Beranek asked about plans to modify the rear of the building. Mr. Byers explained that the applicant has plans for remodeling the fagade and the rear parking area. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to the project There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Hsu, to close the public hearing. Without objection the public hearing was closed. Commissioner Baderian said that although the project looks like a great program for the community he cannot support a project that does not meet current parking requirements. Commissioner Beranek said he agrees with Commissioner Baderian. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek to deny Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 09-10 because the proposal does not satisfy finding no. 3; that the site is adequate, etc. Commissioner Baderian seconded the motion. There being no further discussion, Chairman Parrille called for a vote. PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 4 ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Beranek, Hsu and Parrille NOES: None Chairman Parrille said that a Resolution reflecting the Planning Commission's action will be presented for adoption at the next Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. There will be a five working-day appeal period after adoption of the Resolution. 3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP 09-12 5449 Peck Road Charles V. Palazzolo, dba C.A.R.S A Conditional Use Permit for an auto storage warehouse and yard on a 48,000 square-foot industrially zoned lot. Assistant Planner Tim Schwehr presented the staff report. Chairman Parrille called for questions from the Commissioners. Commissioner Baderian questioned condition no. 5 of the recommendation that permitted a parking modification of 22 spaces instead of the required 73 spaces. He asked if the additional parking in the front of the building would provide enough parking to make up the deficiency. Mr. Schwehr explained that ten additional parking spaces would be available for employees on the gated yard area and that based on the analysis, 73 spaces was excessive considering the limited number of visitors expected at the business. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in favor of the project. Mr. Chuck Palazzolo, the applicant, said that this location would be used as their corporate office and 22 parking spaces should suffice. Further, they currently expect only about fifteen cars per day to be dropped-off at this facility, which will operate 24 hours, seven days a week. Commissioner Baderian asked Mr. Palazzolo if he had read the conditions of approval and if he would agree to comply. Mr. Palazzolo said that he understood the conditions and would comply with them. Chairman Parrille asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to the project. There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Hsu, to close the public hearing. Without objection the public hearing was closed PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 5 MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Hsu, to approve Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 09-12, subject to the conditions in the staff report. There being no further discussion, Chairman Parrille called for a vote. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Hsu, Parrille and Beranek NOES: None Chairman Parrille stated that a Resolution reflecting the Planning Commission's action will be presented for adoption at the next Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. There will be a five working-day appeal period after adoption of the Resolution. CONSENT ITEMS 4. PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINATION Finding that the proposed Capital Improvement Program for 2008-2009 is consistent with the General Plan. Me. Kasama informed the Commissioners that City Engineer, Mr. Phil Wray, was in attendance and available to answer any questions. Chairman Parrielle asked if there were any questions or discussion from the Commissioners. There were none. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Baderian, to find the Capital Improvement Program for 2009-2010 is consistent with the General Plan. There being no further discussion, Chairman Parrille called for a vote. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Baerg, Beranek, Hsu and Parrille NOES: None Chairman Parrille asked if the remaining Consent items could be acted on as one. There was no objection. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 1794 A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, granting Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 09-05 for a 2,477 square-foot tutoring center with up to 30 students on the ground floor of an existing commercial and residential mixed-use development 715 S. First Avenue. PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 6 6. RESOLUTION NO. 1795 A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, granting Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 09-06 for an auto garage for the maintenance and storage of collectible Vehicles in an existing 6,200 square-foot warehouse at 141 Santa Clara Street 4. MINUTES OF JUNE 9, 2009 MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Baderian, to adopt Resolution Nos. 1794 and 1795 and approve the minutes of June 9, 2009, as presented. Without objection Resolution Nos. 1794 and 1795 were adopted and the minutes of June 9, 2009, were approved as presented. MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION There were none. MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS Chairman Parrille said there was no Modification Committee meeting today. FURTHER MATTERS FROM STAFF Mr. Kasama reviewed upcoming agenda items. ADJOURNED ATTEST:--°----- S ry, Planning Commission 7:40 ~.m. Chairman, Plann g Commission PC MINUTES 6-23-09 Page 7