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Home My Public Portal AboutA1993-08-10 CITY PLANNING COMMISSION .� • � i . AGENDA LYNWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING - 7:30 p.m. (��" � City Hall Council Chambers ii3so suiiis Road, Lynwood ca I R E C EIV E D I . CITY OF LYNWOOU CITY CLERKS OFFICE Au �o, 1993 AUG 5 1993 py ' PM 7�8�9�10illitZili2i3� Errick R. Lee �/ • Chairperson � �/�g� `' ✓ � � ' � �'v Donald Dove Carlton McMil er ' Vice Chairman Commissioner I Elizabeth Dixon Roy Pryor ; I Commissioner Commissioner Jamal Muhsin Joyce Hurley I Commissioner Commissioner I � C 0 M M I S S I O N C O U N S E L: I Henry S. Barbosa Kenneth Fong � City Attorney Deputy City Attorney � � i I STAFF: ' i Sol Blumenfeld, Director Louis Omoruyi I Community Development Department Associate Planner ; � Art Barfield John Oskoui ' Associate Planner Assistant Director � Public Works ' Louis E. Morales, Jr. i Associate Planner � I I � i ; 1 I ' � I � � I f:\agenda\aug93 . , I 1 i � i I I ` � i August 10, 1993 OPENING CEREMONIES A. Call meeting to order. B. Flag salute. C. Roll call of Commissioners. D. Certification of Agenda Posting. E. Approval and signing of minutes for the June 8, 1993 and July 13, 1993 Planning Commission Meeting. CONTZNUED PUSLIC HEARING: 1. VARIANCE CASE NO. 22 Applicant: Lee Davenport COMMENTS: The applicant is requesting a Variance to legalize an existing garage conversion and to construct a two car carport at 11105 Louise Avenue in the R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) zone. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning Commission approve the Variance request. 1. Finding that a hardship has been established that would require a Variance for Case No. 22 as determined by Section 25-26 of the City of Lynwood Zoning Code. � 2. Finding that granting of the Variance as conditioned � will not constitute the granting of a special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in ! the same zone. � 3. Finding that granting of the Variance will not adversely , affect the orderly development of the City. ; i 4. Finding that there are exceptional or extraordinary i circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved which do not apply generally to other � properties in the same zone. � 2. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT CASE N0. 7 � Applicant: H. Sean Dayani � COMMENTS• The applicant is requesting approval of a General Plan � Amendment (GPA 7) from Town House & Cluster Housing to a' Commercial designation for an area, the subject property,, approximately 75,00.0 square feet in size in order to ; consider future commercial development for'the area on the ' west side of Atlantic Avenue, between Lavinia and Carlin � Avenue, in the R-2 (Two-Family Residential) zone. � i f:\agenda\au993 , ! i 2 . :� I � � - I RECOMMENDED �ION: • ' Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning Commission continue this case until the September 14, 1993 Planning Commission meeting to permit time to revise project plans per the request of the applicant. 3. ZONE CHANGE CASE N0. 7 Applicant: H. Sean Dayani COMMENTS: The applicant is requesting approval of a Zone Change from R-2 (Two-Family ,Residential) to C-2 (Commercial) for an area, the subject property, approximately 75,000 square feet in size in order to consider future commercial development for the area on the west side of Atlantic Avenue, between - Lavinia and Carlin Avenue in the R-2 (Two-Family Residential) zone. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning Commission continue this case until the September 14, 1993 Planning Commission meeting to permit time to revise project plans per the request of the applicant. 4. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP CASE NO. 29 Applicant: James Oh COMMENTS: The applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 23834 for the purpose of consolidating lots 277-296, inclusive, and the alley, of Tract No. 15016, in order to construct a warehouse food market, office space and retail � stores. The consolidation is required as one of the I conditions of approval under Conditional Use Permit No. 90 ( and Resolution No. 2400. I RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the j Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2486: I 1. Finding that the project will not have a significant ( I effect on the environment and certifying the Negative. � Declaration as adequate. , I 2. Approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 29, subject to the stated conditions and requirements. � PUBLIC HEARING• I 5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 132 � Applicant: Manuel Mancilla COMMENTS: � i The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit in order to establish an automobile repair center at 2918 E. '� Imperial Hwy. in the M(Industrial) zone. � RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff respectfully requests that after consideration the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2487: I 1. Finding that the Conditional Use Permit, Case No. 132 will not have a significant effect on the environment ! and certifyinq the Negative Declaration as adequate. f:\agenda\aug93 � � ' I 3 ' i � I 2. Approvinq�onditional Use Permit No.�32, subject to the , stated conditions and requirements. 6. VARIANCE CASE NO. 24 Applicant: Dellon 1, Inc. COMMENTS: The applicant is requesting a Variance to allow an increase of the required height of a sign from 58 feet to 75 feet, and the required distance of 500 feet between signs to a distance of approximately 390 feet for an on-premise, freeway oriented; advertising sign at 11403 Long Beach' Boulevard, in the C-B1 (Planned Business) zone, Lynwood, California. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning Commission approve the Variance request: 1. Certifying that the project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines as amended by Section 15061b(3). 2. Approving Variance Application Permit No. 17, subject to the stated conditions and requirements. 3. Finding that the strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specific regulation would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same zone._ REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS None � STAFF COMMENTS � • Review & Comments From Commissioners Of Status On Ordinances I • Auto Sales/Service Ordinance , • Move-On Ordinance � • Fence Height Ordinance ' COMMENTS' I I PUBLIC ORALS ( COMMISSION ORALS I ADJOURNMENT I Adjourn to the regular meeting of the Planning Commission on � September 14, 1993 at 7:30 p.m., in the City Hall Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California. i ; � i f:\agenda\aug93 � i � 4 � I � 7 :p • • � LYNWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING NNE 8, 1993 The Lynwood City Planning Commission met in a regular session in the City Hall Council Chambers at 11330 Bullis Road, at 7:30 pm. Chairperson Dixon presided in the chair. The flag salute was led by Commissioner Lee. All present answered roll. Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld stated the agenda had been duly posted according to the Brown Act. It was moved by Commissioner Pryor, seconded by Commissioner Lee to approve the minutes of the May 11, meeting. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, LEE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, PRYOR, DIXON NOES: NONE ' - ABSENT: NONE Chairperson Dixon then turned the meeting over to the Director of Community Development Sol Blumenfeld. Mr. Blumenfeld then introduced the first item on the agenda Variance Case No. 21, applicant Kidney Dialysis. The applicant is requesting to reduce the required parking spaces to include compact spaces at 3600-3608 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. At this time staff respectfully request Commission to continue this item to the next planning meeting on July 13. It was moved by Commissioner pove seconded by Commissioner Lee to' continue this item until July 13. � ROLL CALL i AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, LEE� PRYOR, DIXON � NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE � � Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld then introduced the j next item on the Agenda Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 31, applicant City of Lynwood the project involves a proposed new , design review for all projects in the city. The city council has directed staff to prepare an ordinance establishing a new i committee. Staff has prepared a draft element pursuant to I commercial and residential area which involves buildincj � rehabilitations. The proposed projects involve new structure for ! single family homes and involves exterior remodeling. The board � will consist of five members, each with a three year term. Staff i respectfully request that the commission approve the attached + Resolution No. 2474, certifying that the categories are exempt , from the provision of State CEQA guidelines. � i It was discussed further by staff and commission and it was moved I by Commissioner Muhsin, seconded by Commissioner pove to approve i the attached Resolution. Item #3 relative to Variance Case No. 18, applicant Ray N. � Contreras, was introduced by Community Development Director I Blumenfeld. ` Staff report and project background was given by Planning I Associate Barfield. I After Further Discussion; � � t � � I I J � • • It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner Lee . to approve Variance Case No. 8. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE MUHSZN, MCMILLER� PRYOR, LEE, DIXON NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Chairperson Dixon excused herself from the next item, due to a conflict of interest. Item #4 relative to C.U.P. 125 was introduced by Community Development Director Mr. Blumenfeld, applicant is Rick Kessler. The applicant is reqesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit in order to develop a 16 unit townhouse at 4291 Carlin Ave. This is a continued item from January. Staff respectfully request adoption of Permit Mr. Cuevas, 8408 Otis, South Gate, engineer for this project spoke in favor of this C.U.P. Mr. Hugo Acu, 11950 Old River School Road, Downey, engineer for this project spoke in favor of this C.U.P Mr. Henry Simms, 4280 Niland spoke in opposition. Verna Culp, 4284 Niland, spoke in opposition. Don Haynes 4251 B Carlin Ave. spoke in opposition. Commissioner Lee stated his concerns regarding too many units. Commissioner Muhsin stated he feels this is a good project. , Commissioner Pryor discussed possible problems with trash trucks. I Commissioner pove stated concerns with pathway used by children. i Commissioner McMiller recommended placing a fire hydrant on the � premises. It was moved by Commissioner Muhsin, seconded by Commissioner � Pryor to approve C.U.P. with the following conditions, have Fire ( Department review their report, and loading trash truck inside the gate. I ROLL CALL � AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, PRYOR ! NOES: MCMILLER, LEE ABSENT: NONE � Item # 5 relative to Conditional Use Permit Case No.126 applicant I Tarcicio Vasquez was introduced by Community Development Director i Blumenfeld. ! I Staff report and project background was given by Planning I Associate Art Barfield. � After further discussion; � It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner Pryor to approve C.U.P. 126. � � ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, PRYOR, MUHSIN NOES: LEE, MCMILLER, I ABSTAIN: DIXON � Items #6, 7, 8 and 9 regarding Conditional Use Permit Case No. 127 TPM Case No. 28, General Plan Case No. 6, Zone Change Case No. 6, applicant Nathaniel Robensen were introduced by Community � Development Director Sol Blumenfeld all caseses are related. � I � I � � � � 1 � Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the Planning Commission continue this item until the July 13th meeting. It was moved by Commission Lee seconded by Commissioner Muhsin to continue this case until the July 13, meeting. REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS NONE STAFF COMMENTS Community Development Director Blumenfeld spoke regarding the Fence Ordinance and the resignation of Commissioner Haynes COMMISSION ORALS Commissioner Lee stated the Commission should prepare a certificate of appreciation for Commissioner Haynes. Mr. Haynes then gave a speech on his 7 years of service in the Commission. Commissioner pove spoke on the auto proposal. Commissioner McMiller stated his concerns on Auto Sales Lots. Commissioner Lee also stated his concerns with Automotive Related Uses. Having no further discussion it was moved by Commissioner Lee, seconded by Commissioner McMiller to adjourn at 9:45. ---------------------------- ELIZABETH DIXON� CHAIRPERSON APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: ------------------------ • -------------------------- SOL BLUMENFELD, DIRECTOR OF KENNETH FONG, DEPUTY CITY � COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ATTORNEY � , I i I ' � . � � i f I � � � �� :; LYNWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 13. 1993 The Lynwood City Planning Commission met in a regular session in the Council Chambers at 11330 Bullis Rd. at 7:30 p.m. The Flag salute was led by Commissioner Muhsin. Installation of New Planning Commissioner, City Clerk Andrea L. Aooper swore in new Planning Commissioner Janice Hurley. Congratulations was said by all. Commissioner pove, Lee, Muhsin, McMiller, Hurley, and Chairperson Dixon answered the roll call. Commissioner Pryor was absent. It was moved by commissioner pove seconded by, Commissioner Lee to excuse Commissioner Pryor. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, LEE MUHSIN, MCMILLER, HURLEY, DZRON NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR Also present were Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld, Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi, Civil Engineer Paul Nguyen and City Attorney Kenneth Fong. Chairperson Lee asked if the agenda had been duly posted. Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld stated the agenda had been duly posted pursuant to the Brown Act. Commissioner Lee then asked if the minutes could be approved from' I the previous meeting. � i Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld then stated there � were know minutes at this time due to some problems with staff. j Reorganization of Commissioners was then announced. Commissioner Dove suggested that Commissioner Lee be the next chairperson. It was moved by Chairperson Dixon, seconded by Commissioner pove ' to elect Commissioner Lee as Chairperson. i ( ROLL CALL � AYES: DOVE, LEE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER� HURLEY, DIRON NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR � Motion to elect Commissioner McMiller for Vice President. , It was moved by Commissioner Lee, seconded by Commissioner Dixon � to elect Commissioner McMiller. i ROLL CALL ' I AYES: DOVE, LEE, MUHSIN� MCMILLER, HURLEY, DIRON j NOES: NONE i ABSENT: PRYOR . � I Community Director Sol Blumenfeld introduced the first item on' the Agenda Variance Case No. 20 applicant Jagdishandra Patel. Mr � Blumenfeld then stated the Mr.Mike Patel is in the audience to be an interpreter for applicant. is requesting a Variance to reduce ! the required Parking from sixteen parking spaces to fourteen in � order to maintain a fourteen unit motel at 3553-57 Imperial Hwy. � There are several conditions £hat Mr. J. Patel has to comply with that staff has requested and he is willing to comply by these. � � I , � � � OPEN PUBLIC HEARING Mike Patel 11401 Long Beach Blvd. Lynwood wishes to speak on behalf of this Variance. Stated that he was willing to comply with staffs conditions. . Chairperson Lee asked if there was anyone else willing to speak on this case, seeing that there was no one, closed public hearing. After further discussion; It was then moved by Commissioner McMiller, seconded by Commissioner Muhsin to approve Variance Case No. 20. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, DIXON, HURLEY, LEE NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld then introduced Variance Case No. 21, applicant Kidney Dialysis. Applicant is requesting a Variance to reduce the size of his parking lot by 11 parking spaces, and to add compact parking spaces at 3600 - 3609 Martin Luther King Blvd. Mr. Blumenfeld then introduced Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi to give a brief description on this Variance. Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi then gave a brief description pertaining to this area. Applicant wishes to reduce the required parking by eleven spaces and to include compact spaces in order to partially fulfill the parking requirement of thirty six parking spaces,to 25. After looking over this Variance staff respectfully request Commissions approval. John (inaudible) 1055 E1 Camino Dr. Costa Mesa stated that he was in favor of this Variance. He was unaware of the conditions that needed to be taken care of but he was willing to comply with these. It was moved by Commissioner Muhsin seconded by Commissioner Dixon to approve Variance case No. 21. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, DIRON, HURLEY, LEE NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld introduced the next. item Variance Case No. 22, applicant Lee Davenport. Applicant requests approval of a 2 car carport at 11195 Louise Ave. At this time staff is requesting that they continue this item until , August 10, 1993, as to request by the applicant. It was moved by Commissioner pove seconded by Commissioner Muhsin I to continue this item until August 10. ROLL CALL I AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, DIXON, HURLEY, LEE NOES: NONE i ABSENT: PRYOR I Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld then introduced the I next item on the agenda Variance Case No. 23, applicant Eliu Saulcedo. The applicant is requesting to increase the height of i the proposed fence from 3' - 6" to 7'in order to maintain an � auto repair at 2991 Zmperial Hwy. Mr. Blumenfeld then introduced Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi to give a brief description of � this case. i I i I I • ! Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi then a gave a brief description to Commission dealing wit this Variance, applicant wishes to � build a higher fence than the one that already exists. Stated that there are currently three businesses already there,which are an auto repair shop, tire shop and body and fender shop. Each property is individual leased out by one owner. Each individual is willing to comply with all there code violations. The sites will be landscaped in conjunction with the ordinance.fence. All existing uses will remain the same. After consideration staff respectfully request that the Planning Commission approve the Variance. Mr. Blumenfeld then gave some clarity to this project, he pointed out because its a 7ft. high fence and the property sits on the corner the fence would have to be reduced at the corner about 3 feet. Also stated that the fence would have to set back about 3 feet permitting area for landscaping. Chairperson Lee asked if the applicant is willing to comply to all the conditions met by staff,if they approved his variance. Mr. Blumenfeld also informed them that these businesses are being operated without a business license. Chairperson Lee then asked if these business plan on obtaining there licenses. Commission was then informed that the owner was in the audience and he will come up and speak on behalf of this Variance. Chairperson then opened Public Hearing. Eliu Saulcedo 1220 Euclid Ave, Downey, spoke in favor of this, variance, and stated that him and the other operators are willing to comply with all conditions. Closed Public Hearing. Commissioner Dixon spoke in opposition of this variance because of all the code violations. After further discussion; � It was moved by Commissioner Muhsin, seconded by Commissioner ; Dove to approve Variance Case No. 22. � ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN� MCMILLER, DIXON, HURLEY, LEE NOES: NONE � ABSENT: PRYOR � Mr. Blumenfeld then introduced the next item on the Agenda j Conditional Use Permit Case No. 128, applicant is requesting a C.U.P, in order to refurbish an existing motel for conversion to � a 16 unit residential motel at 11330 Long Beach Blvd. Stated that ! the applicant wishes to change the existing motel to a one ; bedroom, one bath kitchenette After consideration staff ! respectfully request that Commission approve the Attached � Resolution 2480 and C.U.P. 128. If approved applicant is willing � to comply with all conditions. Mr. Blumenfeld also showed a slide presentation viewing the hotel. ; Staff comments; ! Commissioner McMiller asked to how many people would be living in i these rooms. I I Chairperson Lee asked how many parking spaces, if units had air ' conditioning and heating and why wasn't anything mentioned ' pertaining to the fire laws. I � � � Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld informed Chairperson Lee that there is a fire report but it was to late to add it to the agenda. After further discussion; Chairperson Lee opened the Public hearing. Frank Darmiento 3103 Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles spoke in favor of his project. He explained to commission how he was going to refurbish this motel and how he had success in doing this with other buildings. He is willing to comply to any conditions that staff, and commission have. Stated that he was also willing to rent these rooms to singles or couples only, even to just senior citizens. Commission stated they would like this building to be for senior citizens only 55 years or older single or couples. Chairperson Lee stated that he and the rest of the commissioner did not want to see families and children living in these rooms, and they were also worried about security for the seniors. Mr. Blumenfeld informed commission that this project had already _ been approved by HUD. After further discussion from commission it was moved by Chairperson Lee, seconded by Commissioner Dixon to approve Conditional Use Permit 128 and Resolution No. 2480, on the condition that they only be rented to Senior Citizens 55 years or older, maximum of 2 person both 55 or older. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, DIRON, HURLEY ' NOES: MCMILLER� LEE ABSENT: PRYOR Mr. Blumenfeld then introduced the next item on the agenda C.U.P. 129, applicant wilbur Owens. The applicant is requesting approval to develop a single family dwelling at 11733 First Ave. He then introduced Louis Omoruyi to give a brief presentation. Associate Planner Louis Omoruyi stated the project is a two story �, building with a two car garage below and a store area, the � houses will consist of 3 bedrooms two full baths, dining, kitchen, living room and a second story deck. The houses will � also have 25 percent landscaping, they are also built for the � flood zone level. After consideration of this C.U.P. staff � respectfully requests approval, with the subject to the stated , conditions and requirements. Mr. Blumenfeld then stated that C.U.P. 129, 130, and 131 were all � consistent. I It was moved by Commissioner Dixon seconded by Commissioner � Muhsin, to hear all C.U.P. together. ROLL CALL ' AYES: DOVE� MUHSIN, MCMILLER, DIXON� HURLEY, LEE i NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR ' Commissioner Dixon asked if there were any way the flood area ! could be addressed dif£erently, so that the storage space would ! not be turned into a living quarters. Request that Public Works � could go out and research that area for a different drainage for � the flood zone. Open Public Hearing � wilbur Owens 19308 Nester, spoke in favor of these C.U.P. asked � if planning could approve the concepts, of these plans, and then he could work with planning to modify them, in any way needed. ( � � Closed Public Hearing After hearing further discussion from staff; It was moved by Commissioner McMiller, seconded by Commissioner Dove, to approve C.U.P. 129, 130, and 131 with the conditions that if he worked out an alternative he bring it back to staff if there are no changes he does not have to bring it back. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, DIXON, MCMILLER, HURLEY, LEE NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR Commissioner Dixon is stepping down do to boundary limitations. Director of Community Development Sol Blumenfeld stated that the next two items on the agenda 9 and 10 are similar and that they should be heard together. It was moved by Commissioner pove, seconded by Commissioner Aurley to hear these too together. Roll call done by voice vote, all in favor Ayes, "ayes" all opposed. The applicant is requesting approval from townhouse and cluster housing to commercial designating in order to later consider future development of the area. Additionally the applicant is requesting a zone change from R-2 to C-2 commercial in order to develop in the future. The applicant has requested to continue this item, he is in the audience if you wish to speak to him. It was moved by Commissioner Hurley, seconded by Commissioner Dove to continue this item until the August lOth meeting. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE, MUHSIN, MCMILLER, HURLEY, DIRON, LEE NOES: NONE ABSENT: PRYOR ' Chairperson Lee introduced the next item TMP No. 29, stated there was a recommendation from staff for a continuation. Mr. Blumenfeld then stated that this was correct. It was moved by Commissioner Hurley seconded by Commissioner pove to continue this item until the next meeting on August 10. ROLL CALL AYES: DOVE� MUHSIN, MCMILLER� HURLEY, DIXON, LEE � NOES: NONE ASSENT: PRYOR REGULAR ORDER OF BUSZNESS None I STAFF COMMENTS . I ' Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld stated that since it was so late into the evening, that it could be discussed at I the next meeting however he has supplied Commission with a draft to look over dealing with Fence Height Ordinance, Move-On and � Auto Sales they could look over them and discuss them later. � PUBLIC ORALS M. James Daniels 11316 Ernestine Ave. he asked about item No. 11 � TPM 9. The parking of all these vehicles on this property. ' I 1 � � � , Mr. Blumenfeld then gave some clarity as to what Mr. James was inquiring about they have already sent him out a letter regarding this matter. Alice Brown (inaudible)Ernestine Ave. spoke in complaint of the trucks and traffic from this project going on, also all the trucks that are just being parked there. Why aren't they being ticketed. Mr. Blumenfeld informed her that she needed to contact parking enforcement. Commissioner pove spoke about the sidewalks on MLK in front of Frontier Market. Paul Nyguen informed him that this area is under construction and that they would put signs out informing the people to use other walkways. , Everyone was invited to the celebration at the park for the cities 72nd anniversary. Everyone gave there congratulations to the new commissioner, Commissioner Haley. Commissioner McMiller complained about the church on Long Beach and Agnes. Also stated that the street sweeper even passes this area It was moved by Commissioner Dixon seconded by, Commissioner Muhsin to adjourn at 10:20 p.m. ERRICK R. LEE, CAAIRPERSON APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: SOL BLUMENFELD, DIRECTOR OF KENNETH FONG, DEPUTY CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ATTORNEY � I � I � � � � . i ; � i I I �� DATE: August � 1993 � . , TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: Sol Blumenfeld, Director� Community Development Depa tment SUBJECT: Variance Case No. 22 Applicant: Lee Davenport � Probosal: The applicant is requesting a Variance to legalize an existing garage conversion and to construct a two car carport at 11105 Louise Avenue, in the R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) zone, Lynwood, California. Facts 1. Source of Authoritv Section 25-26 of the Lynwood Municipal Code requires that a Variance be obtained from the Planning Commission because of special circumstances applicable to the property, and when strict application of the Zoning Ordinance deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity and under identical zoning classification. 2. Propertv Location and Size The site is located between Duncan Avenue and Wright Road on Imperial Highway, and is a rectangular shaped parcel of approximately 7,000 square feet. 3. Existing Land Use The subject site is surrounded by the following land uses: North - Multi-Family Residential South - Multi-Family Residential East - Multi-Family Residential West - Multi-Family Residential 4. Land Use Descriotion General Plan Zonina North - Multi-Family Residential R-3 South - Multi-Family Residential R-3 East - Multi-Family Residential R-3 West - Multi-Family Residential R-3 5. Proiect Characteristics I The applicant proposes to legalize an existing 400 square I foot converted garage to a second unit which, according to � the applicant, has existed for over 2o years, and provide a � two (2) car carport to meet the parking requirements. The I minimum unit size for one (1) bedroom unit is 600 square feet. Thus the Variance will permit a reduction of the unit ' size from 600 square feet to 400 square feet. � It should be noted that a Conditional Use Permit is required � in an R-2 and R-3 zone for new development. The Code is not explicit in the requirement for a Conditional Use Permit to j legalize an existing garage conversion as a second unit. The � subject site is currently zoned R-3 which permits up to three I (3) dwelling units on the property. The R-3 zone also permits construction of a carport and garage (one covered and one , uncovered parking space) per Section 25-4.5.12. The ' I applicant submitted an original plan which included a garage , and sufficient space to locate a carport. Staff supports the 1 I i I I '` original plan , th the revision shown on •e attached plan. , The City is currently examining alternatives for accommodating affordable housing, pursuant to the City's Revised Housing Element and new housing initiatives. The proposed project with staff recommendations will permit the owner to legalize an exis,ting converted garage which is consistent with the General Plan density and current zoning and to provide all required parking on-site in support of City's affordable housing initiatives and the draft Housing Element Revisions. � 6. Site Plan Review At its regular meeting of July 29, 1993, the Site Plan Review Committee reviewed and recommended approval of the Variance request with conditions. 7. Zoning Enforcement Historv None of record at the time of preparation of the staff report. 8. Neighborhood Response None of record at the time of preparation of the staff report. ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION 1. Consistency with General Plan The proposed land use is consistent with the existing zoning classification of R-3 and the General Plan designation of Multi-Family Residential, providing a garaqe and carport are constructed to fulfill parking requirements. The existing second unit size does not fulfill the minimum size of 600 square foot for a one bedroom unit. The Variance will allow the applicant to provide one two car garage and one two car carport in lieu of the required two covered spaces and one covered and one uncovered space per unit. 2. Site Suitabilitv The site is suitable in size to accommodate required parking ' and the existing uses, comprised of two units, (one) two garage and (one) two car carport. 3. Compatibility The proposed two-family residential use is compatible with other uses on neighboring properties. 4. Compliance with Develooment Standards , Specific Findings: � , � The property is a standard lot with no unique development I hardships. However, the site contains an existing use that is � non-conforming. Elimination of the use would present a unique i hardship in that the use has been maintained for a period of � approximately 20 years and basically conforms to the City's � development standards. � Owing to the unique non-conforming status of the use, granting of this Variance would not set a precedent in the j City that would be replicated elsewhere. � Staff recommends approval of the subject use Variance for j legalizing an existing unit and providinq (one) two car ' garage and (one) two car carport. � 2 i I �" 5. Environmental�sessment � The Community Development Department Staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15061 b(3) of the State of California Environmental Qucyiity Act of 1989 as amended. RECOMMENDATION Staff respectfully requests that after consideration the Planning Commission approve the Variance request. A. Finding that a hardship has been established that would require a Variance for Case No. 22 as determined by Section 25-26 of the City of Lynwood Zoning Code. B. Finding that granting of the Variance as conditioned will not constitute the granting of a special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the same zone. C. Finding that granting of the Variance will not adversely affect the orderly development of the City. D. Finding that there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved which do not apply generally to other properties in the same zone. Attachments 1. Location Map 2. Resolution No. 2481 3. Plot Plan (original plan) 4. Plot Plan (revised plan) i ` I j I � I I I � � � I � i i � f:�staffrpt\var22 � I I 3 I I ' '•r� • RESOLUTION N0. 2481 . A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING A VARIANCE REQUEST (CASE N0. 22) TO LEGALIZE AN EXISTZNG GARAGE CONVERSION AND TO CONSTRUCT A TWO (2) CAR GARAGE AND TWO (2) CARPORTS AT 11105 LOUISE AVENUE IN THE R-3 (MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA ' WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, pursuant to law, held a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the project is consistent with the intent of the General Plan in that the subject site is classified C-3 (Heavy Commercial). WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has determined that the proposal is exempt from provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061b (3), as amended. Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby finds and determines as follows: A. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specific regulation would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of the City Zoning Ordinance. B. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved which do not apply generally to other properties in the same zone. C. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specified regulation would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same zone. D. That the granting of the Variance as conditioned will not constitute the granting of a special privilege inconsistent with the limitations on other properties in the same zone. E. That the granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. F. That the granting of the Variance will not adversely affect the orderly development of the City. Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, based upon the aforementioned findings and the determinations, hereby approves Variance Case No. 22, subject to the following conditions: I f:\resolutn\reso2481 ' � � 1 � I i I i '� C�NITY DEVELOPMENT DEPART�T 1. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code. 2. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or structures thereon, shall be first reported to Director of the Community Development for review and approval. 3. The applicant shall prepare and submit a plot plan for review and approval by the Director of Community Development before the issue of a building permit and meet the requirements of all other City departments. 4. The applicant and/or his representative shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this approval prior to issuance of any building permits. PLANNING DIVISION 5. The owner of the site shall maintain a pro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and any accessory building, on a daily basis. 6. A cover sheet of approved Conditions must be attached to plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division. 7. The existing property shall be cleaned and maintained in sanitary condition pending construction and shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner at all times. Failure to comply may result in revocation of the approved Variance. 8. This Variance shall consist of approval to provide a(one) 2 car garage and a(one) 2 car carport and approval for an existing converted garage as a second unit of 400 square feet. 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TPM 29 Applicant: James Oh PROPOSAL: , The applicant is requesting approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 23834 for the purpose of consolidating lots 277 to 296, inclusive and alley, of Tract No. 15016, in order to construct a warehouse food market, office spaces and retail stores. The consolidation is required as one of the conditions for Conditional Use Permit No. 90 and Resolution No. 2486. FACTS 1. Source of Authoritv Section 25-18, et seq., Subdivision Regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code and the Subdivision Map Act, Government Code Section 66410, et seq require that a parcel map be recorded for the consolidation of several lots into one (1) parcel. 2. Property Location. The property consists of an existing warehouse market, office space and retail stores. The property is located at 3831 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, between Ernestine Avenue and Bullis Road. The property size is approximately 515.49 feet x 650.93 feet. 3. Existinq The parcel currently contains a 67,726 square feet of development comprised of a market, office spaces and retail stores. The uses surrounding the parcel consist of the following: North - Residential East - Residential South - Commercial West - Commercial/Residential 4. Land Use Designation The General Plan designation for the property is Medium Commercial and the Zoning Classification is C-2. The surrounding land use designations are as follows: General Plan Zoning North - Single Family Residential R-1 i South - Commercial C-2 ! East - Single Family Residential R-1 � West - Commercial/Townhouse R-2/C-2 ' and Cluster Housing � I • i i f:\ptanning\staftrpt\tpm29 I I 1 I Project Chara�eristics • � The applicant proposes to consolidate several lots into one (1) parcel for the development of a 67,726 square foot warehouse food market, offices and retail stores. The consolidation of lots is required as per Conditions of Approval of Conditional Use Permit Case No. 90. 6. Site Plan Review At its regular meeting on July l, 1993, the Site Plan Review Committee recommended approval to the Planninq Commission subject to specific conditions and requirements. ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION Environmental Assessment. The Community Development Department has determined that the project could not have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration has been prepared and is on file in the Community Development Department and the office of the City Clerk. Staff analysis of this proposed subdivision include the following findings: (a) Design of the proposed site; and (b) Consistency of the proposed site with the General Plan. Confiauration Of The Proposed Site Subdivision a. The design of the proposed lot consolidation shows the consolidated lots to be in character with existing commercial developments in the area. b. The proposal will permit -the consolidation of several lots into one (1) in order to facilitate utilization of the property for the development of a warehouse market, office space and retail stores. c. The site is physically suitable for the type and proposed density of the development permitted by the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance in that the parcels are able to support the type of development proposed. Consistency Of The Site With The General Plan. a. Staff's inspection shows the site to be compatible with the City of Lynwood's General Plan as the General Plan limits land use activities to those projects that . enhance the function and quality of developments without altering significantly the character of the existing environment. � b. The size and location of the proposed project does not ', significantly change the character of the existing ! environment. ' i c. The proposed consolidation is consistent with the Zoning � Classification of minimum lot sizes in the C-2 zone I (Medium Commercial) and the General Plan designation of, I commercial. I ' � f: s[affr t t 29 � I \ p\pn I 2 I I RECOMMENDATION(S)� . � Staff respectfully requests that, after consideration, the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2486. 1. Finding that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and certifying the Negative Declaration as adequate. 2. Approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 29, subject to the stated conditions and requirements. Attachments: 1. Location Map 2. Resolution No. 2486 3. Tentative Parcel Map No. 23834 f:\planning�statfrpt\tpn29 . I I � I i 3 I � � RESOLUTION N0. 2486 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP N0. 23834 TO CONSOLIDATE SEVERAL LOTS INTO ONE (1) PARCEL AT 3841 E. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOULEVARD, LOTS 277 TO 296, INCLUSIVE, AND THE ALLEY, OF TRACT NO. 15016, IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AS PER MAP . RECORDED IN BOOK 315, PAGES 40 TO 45 INCLUSIVE OF MAPS; IN THE OFFZCE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood pursuant to law, conducted a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has determined that the proposal is categorically exempt from the provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines, as amended; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered all pertinent testimony offered in the case as presented at the public hearing; and wHEREAS, the preparation, filing and recordation of Parcel Map is required for development; and Section 1. The Planning Commission does hereby find and determine that said Tentative Parcel Map No. 23834 in the C-2 (Medium Commercial) zone, should be approved for the following reasons: A. The consolidation meets all the applicable requirements and conditions imposed by the State Subdivision Map Act and the Subdivision Regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code. B. The proposed consolidation of lots is consistent with the applicable elements of the General Plan and the Official Zoninq Ordinance of the City of Lynwood. C. Proper and reasonable provisions have been made for adequate ingress and egress to the consolidation of the lot. D. Proper and adequate provisions have been made for all public utilities and public services, including i sewers. ' Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of I Lynwood hereby approves Tentative Parcel Map No. 23834 in the � C-2 (Medium Commercial) zone, subject to the following � conditions. I I COMMiJNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS I . � i 1. The applicant shall meet the requirements of all other City � Departments. I 2. The applicant, or his representative, shall sign a , Statement of Acceptance stating that he has read, , understands, and agrees to the conditions imposed by the � Planning Commission, before any building permits are i issued. I 1 I � i _ � I � , • PLANNING DIVISION • ' 3. within twenty-four (24) months after approval or conditional approval of Tentative Parcel Map, the owner shall file with the City of Lynwood, a Final Map in substantial conformance with the Tentative Parcel Map as approved or conditionally approved, and in conformance with the Subdivision Map Act and the Subdivision Regulations of the City of Lynwood. 4. No grading permit or building permit shall be issued prior to recordation of final map or another appropriate instrument approved by the City of Lynwood, a Final Map in substantial conformance with the Tentative Parcel Map as approved or conditionally approved, and in conformance with the Subdivision Map Act and the Subdivision Regulations of the City of Lynwood. 5. Extension of the Tentative Map approval shall only be considered if the applicant or his/her representative, submits a written request for extension to the Community Development Department stating the reasons for the request, at least thirty (30) days before map approval is due to expire, pursuant to, and in compliance with, Section 25-18, of the subdivision regulations of the City of Lynwood. 6. The Final Parcel Map shall be filed with the City Engineer of.the City of Lynwood. 7. The existing property shall be cleaned and maintained in sanitary condition upon approval of the Tentative Parcel Map and shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner at all times. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING 8. All conditions of the State Map Act and the City's Subdivision Ordinance must be met prior to recordation. All matters and improvements shall be consistent with the ordinances, standards, and procedures of the City's Development Standards, Engineering Procedures and Standards, Water Standards, and Planting Standards. The Developer is responsible for checking with staff for clarification of these requirements. 9. Submit a Subdivision Guarantee to this office. The final map shall be based on a field survey. All � surveying for the proposed development will be done by the I Developer, including the establishment of centerline ties. � Enclose with the final map the surveyor's closure sheets. � I 10. Developer shall pay all applicable development fees I includinQ drainaae sewer water and parkwav trees prior to ; issuance of any buildinas permits. i I Pay Parcel Map checkina fees orior to checkina. i Pav 5100 monument checkina fee orior to recordation ; Deposit S50 with Citv Enaineer to auarantee receiot bv City I of recorded rebroducible mvlar parcel map orior to � recordation. � All special assessments and utilities or sewer connection • i fees are to be paid prior to recording the final map. All requirements to the serving utilities to be met or � guarantee prior to recording of the final map. ' f:\resolutn\reso2486 � I 2 . � i I I � � 11. Public Easeme�s and Riaht-of-Wav • Where drainage, sewer and other such easements are required, the minimum easement width shall be ten (10) feet to facilitate maintenance unless otherwise approved by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer. 12. Sidewalks Design, configuration and locations shall be subject to the approval of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer, and the Director of Community Development. Ramps for physically handicapped persons shall be provided both on- site and off-side as required by State and local regulations. 13. The Developer shall install all public improvements, as required by the Director of Public Works/City Engineer prior to issuance of anv occupancv Aermits for this development. 14. Reconstruct damaged sidewalk, curb and gutter and required pavement along Ernestine Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. 15. Construct eight (8) wheelchair ramps at rrorthwest, northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Ernestine , Avenue; northeast, southeast, northwest, southwest corners of Le Sage and Bullis Road; northeast and southeast corners of Ernestine Avenue and Shirley Avenue. 16. Reconstruct damaged pavement on Ernestine Avenue from Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. to north curb line of Shirley Avenue. 17. Install fourty-eiqht (48) 24" box street trees per City of Lynwood standards: 18 along Ernestine Avenue, 14 along Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd; 16 along Bullis Road; construct tree well covers for existing and proposed trees. 18. Provide and install five (5) marbelite street poles with light fixtures, underground services and conduits along Ernestine Avenue. 19. Traffio inductive loops shall be installed at Bullis Road i and Martin Luther Kinq Jr. Boulevard. 20. All damaged/faded traffic markings shall be replaced by i thermoplastic and/or traffic buttons. � I i I I I ' 9 I I f:\resolutn\reso2486 � i � , � 3 , ( I I ' � � Section 3: A copy of Resolution No. 2486 and the conditions shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED and ADOPTED this day of 1993, by members of the Planning Commission voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Errick R. 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'x /'� L + %; •; � q y S �� „ �� b AI ` tT.� �j1� { . �Y� o . /'l ' �� P I � �. aiay si J e� /f ' '+� �J � � ( � 'iov0 y i�� INp ��f+ I / i { ,� oY ' 01• ' ' 'iei"° A � S �i++ � �Jv �� ' T �i'�t � ..4 �P� �••., o �P� � . . �ei�. J ,,.'. .. . �. r:"� �. . c e% i'-ioa ' � I I CASE N0. .� � � .: I - -�._.�.____. _ . _ _ ___ :I ' DATE: Augus�0, 1993 • . To: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: Sol Blumenfeld, Director� Community Development Depa ment SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit Case No. 132 Applicant: MANUEL MANCILLA PROPOSAL: The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit in order to establish an automobile repair center at 2918 E Imperial Hwy in the M (Industrial) zone. FACTS: 1. Source of Authoritv Section 25-16.15 of the Lynwood Municipal Code requires that a Conditional Use Permit be obtained in order to operate any business with respect to automobile uses. 2. Property Location The subject property consists of a regular shaped lot on the South side of E. Imperial Hwy. between Oakwood Avenue and Beechwood Avenue (see attached location map). 3. Pronerty Size The subject property is approximately 10,000 square feet in size. 4. Existing Land Use ' The subject site contains two (2) existing structures which are approximately 4,000 square feet. The surrounding land uses are as follows: North-Commercial East-Industrial I South-Commercial West-Commercial 5. Land Use Description i General Plan: Zonina: i I North-Industrial North-M � i South-Industrial South-M j East-Industrial East-M I i West-Industrial West-M ' � 6. Proiect Characteristics: i The applicant proposes to operate a full service automotive i repair center (auto repair and body and fender works) in an � existing structure which is presently vacant with minor� � proposed renovations. The structure consists of approximately 3,952 square feet. There is no landscape on site presently, however, Staff is requiring a minimum of 7% i landscape to screen the proposed use. Staff has prepared an alternative design in order to resolve � the Planning Commission concerns relative to proper i screening of auto uses and incorporation of such uses within the City's retail corridors. The design entails creating a � 1 "Facade/Wall° which is consistent in design and scale with � adjacent retail uses. t � I 1 I � 7. Site Plan Rev�v • � At its regular meeting on Thursday, July 29, 1993, the Site Plan Review Committee evaluated the proposed development and recommended approval to the Planning Commission subject to the conditions and requirements stated in attached reso- lution 8. Zonina Enforcement HistorY None of Record 9. Public Responses None of record at the time this report was prepared. ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION: 1. Consistency with General Plan The proposed land use is consistent with the existing zoning classification of M(INDUSTRIAL) and General Plan designa- tion of Manufacturing. Therefore, granting Conditional Use Permit No. 132 will not adversely affect the Lynwood General Plan. 2. Site Suitabilitv The property is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed development relative to structures, parking, walls, fences, landscaping, driveways and other development features required by the Zoning Ordinance. 3. Compatibility The proposed development is surrounded by a mixture of commercial developments; therefore, the project will be compatible with the surrounding land uses. 4. Compliance with Development Standards The proposal meets the development standards required by the Zoning Ordinance with respect to setbacks; lot coverage; building height and density.. 5. Conditions of Anproval j The improvements as proposed, subject to the conditions recommended by the Site Plan Review Committee, would not I have a negative effect on the values of the surrounding properties or interfere with or endanger the public health, safety or welfare. I I 6. Benefits to Communitv � The proposal will assist in upgrading the commercial use of � the property and support the commercial intent designation. i of the General Plan. I 7. Environmental Assessment � Staff has found that no substantial environmental impact � will result from the proposed development; therefore, a � I Negative Declaration has been filed in the Community i Development Department and in the office of the City Clerk. I � I I I I t:�staftrpt\cup132 . � I 2 I � I RECOMMENDATION • • Staff respectfully requests that after consideration the Planning ' Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2487: A. Finding that the Conditional Use Permit, Case No. 132 will not have a significant effect on the environment and certifying the Negative Declaration as adequate. B. Approving Conditional Use Permit No. 132, subject to the stated conditions and requirements. ATTACHMENTS: 1. Location Map 2. Resolution No. 2487 3. Site Plan 4. Alternative Design I I f\:staffrpt\cup132 I � I � � I � � � I I 3 I I � � RESOLUTION N0. 2487 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 132 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF AN AUTO REPAIR CENTER IN THE M(INDUSTRIAL) ZONE, AT 2918 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, LYNWOOD, , CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood pursuant to law, conducted a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has determined that the proposal is exempt from the provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines Section b(3) as amended; and WHEREAS, the project is consistent with the intent of the General Plan in that the subject site is classified C-3 (Heavy Commercial); Section 1. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines as follows: A. That the granting of the proposed Conditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the General Plan. B. That the proposed location of the Conditional Use is in accord with the objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and_ the purpose of the zone in which the site is located. C. That the proposed location of the Conditional Use and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity; I D. That the proposed Conditional Use Permit will comply with each of the applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance � as stated in the conditions below; i Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood approves the proposed project subject to the following ; conditions: I COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT I I 1. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable � regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Uniform � Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code. 2. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject site or ; structures thereon, shall be first reported to the Community � Development Department, Planning Division, for review. I 3. The applicant, or his representative, shall sign a Statement i , of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and i agrees to the conditions stated herein before any building permits are issued. , i 4. The applicant shall construct a screening wall pursuant to � the concept plan prepared by the Community Development i Department and shall submit construction drawingsfor the wall to the Director of Community Development for approval i prior to issuance of a buildinq permit. � 1 � � ' • PLANNING DIVISION • , 5. This permit shall become void one hundred twenty (120) days, unless extended, after the use permitted has been abandoned or has ceased to be actively exercised. 6. The applicant shall contact the U.S. Post Office (Lynwood main office) to establish the location of mail boxes serving the proposed development. 7. All work shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed building. 8. Daily operating hours shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 9. Reflect artificial light away from adjoining properties. 10. No damaged or wrecked vehicles shall be stored on site. No portion of the site shall be used for storage unless it is auto tire repair and sales related activity. 11. On-site traffic circulation and parking should be developed in such a manner that ingress and egress accesses are separated or channeled so that conflicting traffic movements are minimized. 12. Open storage of materials, products and equipment shall be completely concealed from view of vehicular and pedestrian traffic by an architectural barrier approved by the Community Development Department Director or his/her designee. 12. The property shall be used solely for automotive electrical repair shop. 14. All signage must be reviewed and approved by the Planning,' Building and Redevelopment Divisions. 15. All necessary permits and licenses shall be obtained prior to operation. Landscaping 16. No less than 7% of the total site, excluding lot area I dedicated to public right-of-way, shall be landscaped. The landscaping plans shall be approved by the Community Development Director prior to installation. 17. The applicant is required to submit a landscape plan drawn I by a licensed landscape architect to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development prior to any building permit being issued. 18. All planting shall be beds of a minimum width of five feet (5') except where landscape area accommodates driveway curves, and a minimum area throughout the parking area. In addition, all parking aisles shall have planter areas at each end. 19. The minimum plant material shall be trees and shrubs I combined with ground cover as follows: One(1) five (5) gallon shrub for each twenty (20) square feet of planter I area; two (2) fifteen (15) gallon trees for each ten (l0) parking spaces. � 20. All planter area fronting perimeter walls must be landscaped ' with shrubs and or crawling ground cover plants. ! � i ( f:\resolutn\reso2487 � i i 2 i I � I � � 21. All landscaping shall be permanently maintained. Lawn and ground covers are to be trimmed or mowed regularly, with all planted area kept free of weeds and debris. All plantings are to be kept in a healthy and growing condition. An automatic sprinkler or irrigation system shall be provided and maintained in working condition. 22. There shall be a minimum of eight (8) parking spaces. Each off-street parking space shall not be less than twenty (20) feet in length and nine (9) feet in width, exclusive of access driveways or aisles, except as noted below: 23. A parking space designed for the handicapped shall be provided. This space may be provided as follows: a. Dimensions. The minimum dimensions of each automobile parking stall for the handicapped shall be not less than fourteen (14) feet in width by eighteen (18) feet in length. Said stalls shall be lined to provide a nine (9) foot parking area and a five (5) foot loading and unloading area or; _ b. Two (2) spaces may be provided within a twenty-three (23) foot wide area, lined to provide a nine (9) foot parking area on each side of a five (5) foot loading and unloading area. The minimum length of each parking space shall be eighteen (18) feet. c. Location. All parking spaces for the handicapped shall be located adjacent to the main entrance of the facility for which the spaces are provided. The parking spaces shall be positioned so that the handicapped persons shall not be required to walk or wheel behind parked vehicles. 24. The parking arrangement for the subject site shall have a ! circular flow arrangement without dead-end aisles when i possible. I 25. The applicant shall submit elevation drawings to the Planning Division showing the exterior building design; I including the specification of colors, and materials. Prior � to the issuance of building permits, the design of the � subject building including color and materials, must obtain � approval by the Community Development Director or his/her � designee. ( 26. Prior to the installation, display, enlarging, modifying i relocating or changing of signs, a permit must be obtained from the Department of Community Development, Planning Division. i 27. All security fences, grills, etc. shall be architecturally ' compatible with the desiqn of the subject and adjacent buildings. In addition, no security fences, grills, etc. shall be installed without the prior written approval of the I Director of Community Development and required building i permits. i i 28. The existing property shall be cleaned and maintained in a j sanitary condition pending construction and shall be � maintained in a neat and orderly manner at all times. ' Failure to comply may result in revocation of the Conditional Use Permit. ' 29. A cover sheet of approved Conditions must be attached to ! plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety � Division. I f:\resolutn\reso2487 ' '� � 3 I . � � 30. Any violation of said conditions in this resolution may result in revocation or modification of the Conditional Use Permit by the issuing body at a regularly scheduled meeting. PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION 31. A permit from the Engineering Division is required for all off-site improvements. � FIRE DEPARTMENT . 32. Provide approved portable fire extinguisher 40 B.C. type: 33. No auto spray painting shall be conducted without approved spray booth. Section 3. A copy of Resolution 2487 shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 1992, by members of the Planning Commission voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: i � I i Errick R. Lee, Chairperson I APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM: I Sol Blumenfeld, Director Ken Fong ' Community Development Dept. Deputy City Attorney ; I I I � f:\resolutn\resd487 ' � ' � 4 I � � LOCATION iV1AP � -- B��a s � _ ------- � - -- - _ � � : LOS FLORES � � C4RNAT/ON .. � � r q ••' � ..r� 9 �' .u � s C/RCLE . . . 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AVf. ,• � a .. i. �pl . _ +, � . r = `: „ ;y .. �1 't ✓ -' � sas s�x t y ? � . � �� y r � k � +� .h , V „ . �a�, • Pc�� 9 a I' �•_��: :; T+ � d .� „ i f� ; i��'� i l t r; ' � o'• •��, Y �� a � °� �;; � :�.,, . , „ ,.,; w „� , „ -�.�. I � ' _ , y , � -„a,Q I N � � . �� )) . �J"�� . �{ i/ • •` ' :' -04 I i) � ) , !{ I ♦� ��L �) ), Jf / !O ) ]� � �\ lr �+ �+ IJ ) 1 I 'e �e • j .� ~__ 2 2 Y �' Q t s •r � I :. • �' � J -� � � � ( .> ' �W i ; • . '�� . I �" � 0 S I I lJ iJ I 1 ' � . A � a. ,,, s.�o. �irl.r�w• i° � .. I �, •ry r� _ � ( " m � • I , • s.�.�ti � \ s I 4y� I � , FLOHEB . . ' � .� •I � *\ . ...... I • I:r'r:�� i IY , I I i . �o c i'.ioo' . � I CA �� SE N0. -.-_- -.�r � _______ .�_. �. . �. �.�_._� _._ ____. ! `t • • . � DATE: August 10, 1993 TO: PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: Sol Blumenfeld, Director� Community Development Dep tment SUBJECT: Variance Case No. 24 Applicant: Dellon 1, Inc. Proposal• The applicant is requesting a'Variance to allow an increase in the required heiqht of a sign from 35 feet to 52 feet, and reduction of the required distance of 500 feet, between a permitted sign, to a distance of approximately 390 feet, for an on-premise, freeway oriented, advertising sign at 11403 Long Beach Boulevard, in the CB-1 (Planned Business) zone, Lynwood, California. Facts l.Source of Authoritv. Section 25-26.7 of the Zoning Code requires that a Variance be obtained from the Planning Commission when, because of special circumstances applicable to the property, and when strict application of the Zoning Ordinance deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity, and under identical zoning classification. Section 25-33.2.b.5 of the Municipal Code regulates on-premise freeway, oriented signs by requiring a distant between signs of 500 feet, and the height of a sign of 35 feet above grade. The proposed project is located within the City's Redevelopment Project Area "A!'. Pursuant to the City's , Redevelopment Project Area Guidelines, all proposed projects must be reviewed and approved by the Redevelopment Agency. 2. Property Location and Size � The site is located between Mulford Avenue and Fernwood ( Avenue/Z-105 Century Freeway. (Refer to the attached location map). It is an odd shaped parcel and is measured at � approximately 55,579.3 square feet, or 1.2 acres in size. i 3. Existincr Land Use � I The site is currentl bein develo ed with a � Y g p personal storage � facility and is surrounded by the following land uses: � North - School District property/Shopping Center I South - I-105 Century Freeway i East - Commercial Use (motel). � West - City facility � 4. Land Use Descriotion � General Plan Zoning � i North - Planned Business CB-1 � South - Transportation CB-1 , East - Commercial (motel) CB-1 West - City Facility CB-1 � f I f\ptanning\staffrpt\f:vaR4 ' � 1 I � I 'r' ! � � 5. Pro�ect Characteristics The subject property, which fronts on Mulford Avenue at Long Beach Boulevard is trapezoid in shape, and contains two (2) high tension lines along its southern boundary. It is currently being developed with a personal storage facility. The applicant proposes to develop one (1) on premise, 75 foot high, freeway oriented, advertising sign, that will exceed the maximum height allocation by seventeen (17) feet, on the south east corner of the subject site. The sign is proposed to be located 390 feet from the location of a previously permitted sign. The proposed sign will contain advertising for six (6) commercial businesses in the general business vicinity along Long Beach Boulevard which is generally part of the City's "Towne Center" area. The sign is proposed to have a stucco finish. 6. Site Plan Review At its regular meeting of July 29, 1993, the Site Plan Review Committee reviewed and recommended approval of the Variance request. 7. Zonina Enforcement Historv None of record. 8. Neiqhborhood Response None of record at the time of preparation of the staff report. ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSION: I 1. Consistencv with General Plan i The proposed land use is consistent with the existing zoning I classification CB-1 and the General Plan designation of I Planned Business. 2. Site Suitabilitv The property is adequate in size to accommodate the proposed development. However, the lot is oddly shaped in that it does not does allow for the proposal to meet current development standards relative to height and distance, and, due to the grade of the adjacent freeway which the sign is � intended to serve. In addition, the sign must be cons.tructed' I prior to the development of the approved storage facility for � the site because of access problems relative to the proposed I sign location adjacent to the proposed storage facility. I The sign will provide advertising for the "Towne Center" area, and should contain the Towne Center development name as � part of the sign area. i 3. Comoatibility , The proposed use is compatible with other uses on similar � neighboring properties with respect to advertising signs. The proposed sign is typical in size and design with similar j freeway oriented signs in adjacent cities. � 4. Comoliance with Develooment Standards � Findings: � The property is oddly shaped and there are exceptional or i extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the ' property involved which do not apply generally to other properties in the same zone. I f\planning\staffrpt\f:var24 � 2 I I ,�� The property �tains two (2) high tens� wires along its . southern property line. Under State of California Enforcement Code, General Order No. 95, and requirements of Southern California Edison, a siqn cannot be within twenty- five (25') feet of a tension wire. These constrains dictates the location of the proposed sign. Granting of the Variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvement in the vicinity. The proposed sign's height and sign area cannot be readily seen by residents in the vicinity, and only seen from the I-105 Century Freeway and commercial areas in the vicinity. Granting of the Variance will not adversely affect the order of development as provided by the General Plan. The subject site is approximately 22 feet below the qrade of the I-105 Century Freeway. Given the unique grade of the site, and, owing to the unique shape of the lot with the constrain of the high tension wire, granting the requested heiqht for the sign would not set a precedent in the City that would be replicated elsewhere. Staff recommends approval of the subject project Variance for to allow a on-premise, freeway sign as proposed. 5. Environmental Assessment The Community Development Department staff has determined that the project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15061 b(3) of the State of California Environmental Quality Act of 1989 as amended. � RECOMMENDATION Staff respectfully requests that after consideration the Planning Commission approval of the Variance request: I A. Certifying that the project is categorically exempt from i the provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines as amended by Section 15061b(3). B. Approving Variance Application Permit No. 24, subject to i the stated conditions and requirements. I C. Finding that strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specific regulation would deprive the ; applicant of privileges enjoyed by the owners of other ' properties in the same zone. I Attachments• i i 1. Location Map � 2. Sign Design/Site Plan � 3. Resolution No. 2488 I f I I � � 1 . � f:\staffrpt\f:varZ4 I I 3 I I ' I 1 � 1 LOCATiON iVIAP , . i �. , � �� ;� , I � ir ll.o�W • + �� 11G �W .. \� YI�J "_'_ � �; �� .� "�,� a� AVEN� v� i�� l; v' t I I �3�. „ . , ., , .. I * a� t � � rr�� ,� 4 � ��asa� �'; y� .� C o o ��u n'F � L►� �� w � � l61 �� Z 0 Z 5 �� i n M l.� `� t . � �11 � b t�T. "' 11 1 O /�•� � I �1 ry� I( a I I1��,� I 71 � I•` 2p Z!8 U7 146 Zd� S!! - ll� 1 w w • � ret �� so . I"� :�• ��om � t �� N' '� M � � 4�'� " SANBORN , : . ` �, � ; � la � � Q . ,p � ro � ' 2s � I l �� ` � � ZF LS! W ISS 736 23� tsD �� ttb : D � "� � I M ��eS� � ��:� - . . n n I n n^ y L 1� U O Z O Y i . .'. 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"'__._._..._" "_. _.._..._.. .... �_ � ( �� % o OO �� .. ., . . ; .� � , �_ �� -� __.__ ___.. � _ � � - ,., ---- VAR 24 Location Map • Approximate location of the proposed on-premise freeway oriented sign, but no closer then five (5') feet ___ _ from the property line. � Approximate location of existing high tension wires. %` ��p� , �; .., i �/ � . ., \ .. ... � �,• \ � A , � / � \ .. . :" . ,,�^ �CJ '\ , � � i �/ � � , `J I �`� , � ��" C.� �, � \ . �� / � � � . sr � .:•, �'� ,'� oo :._...' .I �� / ' I t /� ;i. , ' . I � • . . ..... �_ __. , r �� I �: �, � , j �� , � I � � \ �I I ( \: � ` ��. � � ., . ► ..� � . . ; \;. . � , ; �'� � , �,��„ � � � �� - I lTO6Y � I •\ �\ ,� � Pl.or Pw�N ,�w. r.,,�•a• i � � _ _..._�_ ' I I � I ` I � I i � � � RESOLUTION N0. 2488 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMZSSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING A VARIANCE REQUEST (CASE N0. 24) TO INCREASE THE REQUIRED SIGN HEIGHT FROM 35 FEET TO 52 FEET, AND REDUCE THE REQUIRED DISTANCE FROM A PERMITTED SIGN, FROM 500 FEET TO 390 FEET, IN ORDER TO ALLOW AN ON-PREMISE, FREEWAY ORIENTED, ADVERTISING SIGN AT 11403 LONG BEACH BOULEVARD , IN THE C-2A (MEDZUM COMMERCIAL) ZONE, LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood, pursuant to law, held a public hearing on the subject application; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully considered all pertinent testimony offered at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the project is consistent with the intent of the General Plan in that the subject site is classified C-2A (Medium Commercial). WHEREAS, the Community Development Director has determined that the proposal is exempt from provisions of the State CEQA Guidelines, Section 15061b (3), as amended. Section 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Lynwood hereby finds and determines as follows: A. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement of the specific regulation would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary physical hardship inconsistent with the objectives of the City Zoning Ordinance. B. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved which do not apply generally to other properties in the same zone. I i C. The strict or literal interpretation and enforcement j of the specified regulation would deprive the applicant of � privileges enjoyed by the owners of other properties in the same � zone. � D. That the granting of the Variance as conditioned will � not constitute the granting of a special privilege inconsistent ; with the limitations on other properties in the same zone. i I E. That the granting of the Variance will not be � detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or i materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. F. That the granting of the Variance will not adversely j affect the orderly development of the City. � Section 2. The Planning Commission of the City of � Lynwood, based upon the aforementioned findings and the � determinations, hereby approves Variance Case No. 24, subject to i the following conditions: I � t: \reso Wtn\reso2488 � '� I 1 I � C�NITY DEVELOPMENT DEPART� 1. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable regulations of the Lynwood Municipal Code, the Uniform Building Code and the Uniform Fire Code. 2. Any proposed subsequent modification of the subject project or structures thereon, shall be first reported to Director of the Community Development for review and approval. 3. The applicant and/or his representative shall sign a Statement of Acceptance stating that he/she has read, understands, and agrees to all conditions of this approval prior to issuance of any building permits. REDEVELOPMENT DIVISION 4. The applicant shall present the proposed project to the Redevelopment Agency for review and approval prior to receipt of a Statement of Acceptance. PLANNING DIVISION 5. The sign will provide advertising for the Towne Center area and should contain the Towne Center development name as a part of the sign area. 6. The owner of the site shall maintain a pro-active approach to the elimination of graffiti from the structures, fences and any accessory building, on a daily basis. 7. A cover sheet of approved Conditions must be attached to j plans prior to submission to the Building and Safety Division. � 8. The existing property shall be cleaned and maintained in sanitary condition pending construction and shall be I maintained in a neae and orderly manner at all times. � � Failure to comply may result in revocation of the approved Variance. j 9. The Director of Community Development sha11 review and I approve the color(s) of the sign before issuance of a i building permit. PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT � NO COMMENT � I I FIRE DEPARTMENT + NO COMMENT � I i � I I f:\resolutn\reso2488 ' � � 2 I I I . � � Section 3. A copy of this resolution.shall be delivered to the applicant. APPROVED and ADOPTED this day of , 1993, by members of the Planning Commission voting as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Eric R. Lee, Chairperson APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: APPROVED AS TO FORM: Sol Blumenfeld, Director Kenneth Fong Community Development Director City Attorney � I ( i � I ' I i i I I i ! I i � i I I I f:\resolutn\reso2488 . � � 3 � I