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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 1989
OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of
Lynwood was called to order by Chairperson Dove on the above
captioned date at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City
Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California 90262.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Pryor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. Roll Call of Commissioners
Chairperson Dove requested the roll call, and Planning
Manager Fenderson complied.
Present: Commissioner ponald A. Dove
Commissioner John K. Haynes
Commissioner Alberto M. Penalber
Commissioner Roy Pryor
Commissioner David J. Willis, Jr.
MOTION by Commissioner Penalber, SECONDED by Commissioner
Willis, to grant Commissioner Kanka an excused absence. MOTION
carried unanimously. Mr. Fenderson stated Commissioner Cole-
Dennis called staff and requested an excused absence because �
she is out of town. Commissioners Penalber and Haynes
expressed their disapproval of Cole-Dennis' continued
absences and a discussion ensued between Commissioners Haynes
and Penalber and Chairperson Dove as to how many consecutive
meetings she has missed. Chairperson Dove stated he
remembered that she attended the October meeting, although
Commissioners Penalber and Haynes thouqht it had been closer
to five months absences including this one. Commissioner
Haynes further expressed disapproval of her reasons for not
attending meetings. Commissioner Penalber stated that only
good excuses like that of Commissioner Kanka should be
accepted. No one made a motion to excuse Commissioner
Cole-Dennis and her request was not acted upon.
Also present: Douglas Barnes, Deputy City Attorney
Aubrey Fenderson, Planning Manager
Arthur Barfield, Planning Associate
Andrew B-Pessima, Planning Technician
Emilio M. Murga, Assistant Civil Engineer
Joy Valentine, Minutes Clerk
Approximately fifteen people were in the audience.
D. Certification of Agenda Posting
Mr. Fenderson stated that, per the Brown Act, the agenda had
been duly posted.
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E. Approval of Minutes
MOTION by Commissioner Penalber, SECONDED by Commissioner
Haynes, to approve the minutes of December 13, 1988.
MOTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Sian Ordinance Amendment - Case No. 88100
Citywide
Staff proposes to amend Chapter 25, official Zoning and Sign
Ordinance, to control construction of free standing pole
signs Citywide. This matter was continued from the December
13, 1988, Planning Commission meeting to allow staff more
time for evaluation. At the December 20, 1988, meeting of
the City Council, an urgency ordinance establishing a
moratorium on the construction, erection and installation of
freestandinq signs was adopted.
The staff is still reviewing and developing the amendment and
therefore requested another continuance to the February 14,
1989, Planning Commission meeting.
Chairperson Dove asked the Commission's preference.
Commissioner Penalber asked Mr. Fenderson about sandwich
board signs and Mr. Fenderson replied that this ordinance
deals only with pole signs. Commissioner Penalber asked Mr.
Fenderson what staff does about illegal sandwich board signs.
Mr. Fenderson replied that Code Enforcement officers visit
the owners of the offending signs and letters are written by
staff to the sign owners in an effort to remove signs like i
those that offended Commissioner Penalber.
MOTION made by Commissioner Pryor to continue Case No. 88100 i
to the next regular meeting of the Planninq Commission on
February 14, 1989, SECONDED by Commissioner Willis.
MOTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NOES: None I
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2. Conditional Use Permit - Case No. 88093
11339-41 Louise Avenue (Donald R. Kittle)
Applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Perinit to
develop fourteen (14) apartment units in the R-3 zone.
Applicant's request was approved by the Planning Commission
on September 8, 1987. However, the applicant permitted the
permit to expire and he is now required to submit a new
Conditional Use Permit before he can develop his property.
Chairperson Dove opened the Public Hearing.
Vincent Labevsciano, ?312 Rio Hondo Place, representing the
applicants, rose to state their acceptance of all conditions.
He is building fifteen units just down the street from those
proposed by Mr. Kittle. .
Commissioner Haynes suggested that a time limit might be
added to the list of conditions, such as starting
construction in 90 days and finishing same in six months.
Mr. Barnes indicated that more stringent time limits than
those already utilized in Lynwood might be considered unfair
because of financing difficulties, etc., that might be
encountered by any applicant.
Mr. Labevsciano assured Commissioner Haynes that the
applicant absolutely intends to build as soon as possible, he
is waiting only for the plans to be approved by the Building
Department. Commissioner Penalber asked if financing wasn't
approved before plans were drawn, permits were applied for,
and wasn't the applicant's appearance before the Planning
Commission the last thing? He was assured by staff that
banks only lend money after all the permits have been
obtained.
Commissioner Pryor asked Mr. Labevsciano if he understood
Item No. 24 (Mr. Labevsciano said he understood and accepted
the item, which dealt with dry pipe), and asked where the
trash enclosure will be. Mr. Labevsciano indicated the trash
enclosure on the plans. Mr Labevsciano further stated Mr.
Kittle had asked him to represent him at this meeting because
he is buildinq fifteen units just down the street from Mr.
Kittles' proposed fourteen units.
Mr. Harry Gibbens, a hearing-impaired Lynwood resident, read
the following letter with the aid of a court-ordered
interpreter.
"I am speaking for my family. My name is Harry Gibbens,
living on 1I327 Louise Avenue. I have lived in Lynwood for
over twenty-six years. �
Will you accept to give me more than the limit three-minute
talk in order for me to speak to you due to my hearing- i
impairedness and speech-defectiveness thru this slow
communication? I hope that my testimony may be shorten as
much as possible with help from my interpreter. I
Here are my testimonies, recommendations or suggestions, if
any.
It has been my concern for a long time. I understand that
the att'ractive 14-unit apartment will be erected on the
Kittle's property. The property is just next door, south of
my family property.
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i recommend that the 14-unit apartment shall be erected on
the existing ground level rather than on the new four feet
elevated level, higher than the existing ground level.
Reason: 1. Z enjoy the sun's rays of light and warmth going
thru windows on the south side of my house. 2. I enjoy !'ny
spectacular view of this country-type neighborhood area.
I will lose the valuable sun's rays and the spectacular view
completely when the future ten feet high masonry wall shall
be established along my property line on the south side.
Therefore, I shall be forced to pay higher utility bills
after the erection of the ten feet high masonry wall."
Mr. Murqa explained that this ten-foot fence probably refers
to item No. 28, which is required because the property is in
the flood zone. Mr. Murga stated the landfill required will
probably be about 2-1/2', not 4', but the retaining wall of
2-1/2� plus the six-faot high block wall required for privacy
and noise containment will look like an 8-1/2' fence on Mr.
Gibbens' side.
Commissioner Pryor asked Mr. Murga if the water will drain to
the street and Mr. Murga stated it would.
Commissioner Haynes stated that the landfill looked like more
than 2-1/2' when he visited the site on Sunday.
A very long discussion about the height of the fence, amount
and depth of landfill, ensued between staff, Commissioners,
Mr. Gibbens and his interpreter. Mr. Murga stated that the
flood level zone is 81' above sea level.
Mr. Gibbens resumed reading his letter.
"There shall be another problem during Santa Ana wind season,
blowing from west to east often directly. It has been my
concern all about this which shall effect my families home
roof and my next-door neighbor's house roof, north side of my
property. I have seen several roof materials breaking apart
from time to time during the strong wind season. After the
ten feet high masonry wall and the Kittle's 14 unit apartment
shall be established, the rear corner of my property
(southwest corner) shall become narrower between the new
Kittle's apartment and the rear existinq apartment. The
narrower area shall become 'venturi effect.' Therefore, who
will pay for erecting masonry wall on the rear of my
property? That will help to cut down the Santa Ana wind."
"The other problem shall be shadow area of my organic garden
after the ten feet high masonry wall shall be established. �
The (shade within defined limits) obscurity within a space
from which rays from sun are cut off by the future masonry
wall of ten feet high. The ten foot high wall shall cast its
shadow on the qround level up to fifteen feet at noontime at
this present time. That is not all. The new apartment's
shadow will affect more greater than the masonry wall's
shadow."
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Another long discussion ensued between staff, Commissioners,
Mr. Gibbens and his interpreter, concerning Santa Ana winds
and their possible effect on the roofs of Mr. Gibbens' house
and his neighbor's house. Mr. Gibbens asked staff if the
City would be willing to pay for a wall on his property, and
while Chairperson Dove was sympathetic to his problem as was
Mr. Fenderson, it was concluded that the City would probably
not build a fence on private property because there is
nothing in the City Code that would empower the City to do �
so, or to farce the applicant to pay for a fence on his new i
neighbor's property.
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Mr. Fenderson did not think the Santa Ana winds would cause
the type of damage envisioned by Mr. Gibbens, and further,
the 6' block wall fence is required on all new documents.
Mr. Fenderson and Chairperson Dove stated Mr. Gibbens could
ask Mr. Kittle to pay for the fence.
Commissioner Penalber stated that discussions of winds and
garden loss was not relevant. He asked what does Mr. Gibbens
want? He stated that in San Jouquin valley people worry
about sunlight, while in Lynwood, the Commissioners are
worried abo�t homes for Lynwood citizens.
Commissioner Pryor state3 he didn't think this is the
place and he didn't think the Commissioners should be `
expected to deal with Mr. Kittle on Mr. Gibbens' behalf.
Commissioner Penalber stated Mr. Gibbens should have talked
with staff about his problems.
Both Mr. Barnes and Mr. Fenderson assured the Commissioners
that they are required by law to listen to concerned property
owners.
Mr. Gibbens resumed reading his letter.
"There are three tall trees, close to the property line.
Those trees will have to be removed in the preparation of a
new masonry wall foundation. Those trees' roots will be
chopped and will be sliced. Therefore, those trees will be
weakened and will be uprooted by stronq winds, if we keep
them. Better- remove them by who?
I want to let you know that there is four feet hardware cloth �
in the nearly perimeter of the garden as a qopher-proof
fence, mostly three feet deep into the qround. I request
that the gopher-proof fence shall not be destroyed, will it
be destroyed?
I desire to live here in this area. Yet I understand that
our City of Lynwood may interest in the name of proqress
which may affect us, especially lifestyle. I do not know
what I with my family will do with my present property. I'll
wait and see. Thank you for your attention."
Chairperson Dove asked Mr. Gibbens if the trees were on his
property, and Mr. Gibbens replied in the affirmative.
Chairperson Dove then asked Mr. Barnes about the trees. Mr.
Barnes and Commissioner Pryor agreed that the trees won't be
bothered, however, should the trees be damaged, Mr. Barnes
stated the adjoining property owner would be held responsible
if the trees should be damaged during the retaining wall and
fence construction.
Mr. Gibbens thanked the Commissioners for listening to him, I
and said goodbye. I
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Chairperson Dove asked if anyone else in the audience wished
to speak in opposition to the proposal, there being no one
else wishing to speak, Chairperson Dove closed the Public
Hearing.
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MOTION by Commissioner Haynes, SECONDED by Commissioner
Penalber, to adopt Resolution No. 2247, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 88093 TO CONSTRUCT FOURTEEN (14)
UNITS IN THE R-3 (MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, AT
22339-41 LOUISE AVENUE, LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, 90262, "subject
to the stated conditions and requirements, finding that there
will not be a significant effect on the environment and
certifying the Negative Declaration as adeguate.
MOTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None
3. " Conditional Use Permit - Case No. 89003
11127 Louise Avenue, Lynwood (Sangwarlaya Tiraphantna)
Applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit and
density bonus to develop a four (4) unit apartment building
behind two (2) existing single family dwellings that are to
remain at above address.
Mr. Barfield stated that the proposed development exceeds the
allowable density by one dwelling unit. The Planning
Commission has the authority to approve units in excess of
the allowable density if the units are designated as
affordable units or if they are part of a development
proposal which conforms to all other zoning regulations and
which incorporates unique features into its design.
Chairperson Dove opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Craig Wheeler, Systems Construction representative, 30142
Oaklane, Silverado, California, rose to show plans with
requested changes to the Commissioners.
Commissioner Haynes noted that the new building will be
raised to allow for the flood area and asked what about the
existing buildinqs. Mr. Murga replied that only the new
building will be affected, and the level of ground is not
being changed. The applicant prefers to raise the building,
and this is allowed under City Code, Mr. Murga said.
Both Commissioners Penalber and Haynes asked how the property
will be raised. Mr. Wheeler said he didn't know what has to i
be done for the flood level, but was sure that the building
will be raised, rather than the qround level.
Commissioner Willis asked about the existing family units.
There is leaky plumbing, resulting in water ponding and
stagnant water. He asked if the existing buildings are
legal. He stated that Mr. Wheeler should qet his act
together on the present buildinqs. The garage and fence look
like plywood just thrown together. He stated that if Mr.
Wheeler can't maintain the existing buildings that he
probably can't maintain four more. He noted a Nissan parked
on the front lawn.
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Chairperson Dove stated the Commissioners could impose more
conditions.
Mr. Fenderson noted that Condition No. 27 addresses that
problem.
Chairperson Dove asked if a fence could be added along the
driveway to prevent cars from parking on the lawn.
Mr. Fenderson stated that Condition No. 10 addresses this
problem. ,
Chairperson Dove and Commissioner Haynes both questioned the
facade and finish of the existing buildings.
Mr. Wheeler showed elevations of the proposed new structures
and stated that the existing buildings will be restuccoed and
window trimming added to blend the existing buildings with
the proposed new structure.
Mike Bernard, also of Systems Construction, 3171 Cabana
Street, Miraloma, California, rose to state that they are
open to suggestions as to different types of stucco finish.
They want the finish. They want the finished buildings to
' blend together nicely to present a good effect.
Commissioner Pryor asked if the owners are aware of all 45
conditions, including those distributed to the Commissioners
tonight.
Mr. Fenderson stated he didn't know if the applicant has seen
the eight new conditions imposed by the Lynwood Public Works
Department.
Mr. Barnes stated that the applicant must sign a form stating
that he accepts all conditions before the permit will be
issued.
Mr. Fenderson assured the Commissioners that the project will
be balanced aesthetically and the whole project will look
� new.
Mr. Barnes stated that Condition No. 27 doesn't adequately
cover the existing units and the Commissioners would have to
add another condition to ensure that the present units will
be stuccoed and trimmed to match the new construction.
There being no one else wishinq to speak either for or ,
against the proposal, Chairperson Dove closed the Public
Hearing.
Commissioner Penalber stated his aversion to plain stucco,
and Commissioner Willis wanted the present buildings
restuccoed. They agreed to impose Condition No. 46, "Existing
buildings shall receive a color coat of stucco to match the
new construction, as well as a facade treatment on the front
of the existing buildings."
Chairperson Dave asked about the fence along the driveway to
prevent cars parked on the lawn and Mr. Fenderson suggested I
just a raised_planter along the driveway. Commissioner Pryor
- -want this particular lot to look different than the
rest along the street.
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DATE: January 10, 1989
TO PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: Vicente L. Mas, Director
Community Development Department
SUBJECT: Sign Ordinance Amendment Case No. 88100 .
Regulatina Freestandin Pole Sians Citv-Wide
PROPOSAL:
The staff is proposing to amend Chapter 25, the Official Zoning
and Sign Ordinance with respect to controlling construction of
freestanding signs city-wide. This matter was continued from the
City Planning Commission's meeting of December 13, 1988, in order
to allow staff more time for evaluation.
FACTS:
In recent months, commercial development in the City of Lynwood
has triggered an increase in the number of freestandinq signs in
the City. This increase can create visual clutter, decreasing
the attractiveness of the City's commercial areas.
At its regularly scheduled meeting of December 20, 1988, the City
Council adopted an urgency ordinance, establishing a moratorium
on the construction, erection and installation of freestanding
signs.
RECOMMENDATION:
As of this date, the staff is still reviewing and developing
requirements in standards and design. Staff requests that this
item be continued to the City Planning Commission's regularly
scheduled meeting of February 14, 1989.
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Warehouse and Storage Building 1 for each 1,000 sq.ft.
of gross floor area
provided that any
portion devoted to
office or sales area
shall provide 1 space
per 200sq.ft. of floor
area so used.
* Additional information concerning the parkinq study and proposed ordinance
will be submitted to the Planning Co�mnission at the meeting of January
10, 1989
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T0: Planning Commission
° FROM: Vicente L. ^tas, Director
Communitp Development Department
SUB'JECT: Inquirv Concernin.� "B° Fioxes In The Citv of Lvnwood
REPOkT
During the December 13, 1988 re<�o�,ilai° meeting of the Planning i
, Cornmission, the Commission requestc�d ini'orruat:ion on the number �
and location oP "P" Boxes throug'houi; tlie Ci.ty of L,vnwood,
On December 22, 1988, the staff caas sible to make a request to I
Pacifi.c Be]_l regarding "B" Boxes i.n ttae C'�i�y (se.e attached
letter). Under advisement of PaciPic Bell, the Cit,,y�'s request
would be revie�aed by 'Paci.fi.c IIel.l's legal. deF>artmerit, and a
response would be forthcominj.
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Mr. Mike Rozdilasy, Engineer
Pacific Bell
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Torrance, CA 90502
Re: "B" Boses
Per our telephone conversation and your instructions, I am
requesting information on the number and location of "B" Bo�es
throughout the City of Lynwood.
The reason for this reques,t is to gather a vaziety of information
,'. and data to assist in the process and completion of the major
revision of the City's General Plan.
If you need additional information regar•dirig this request, please
, call me at (213) 603-0220 eztension 310.
Thank you in honor.ing this request.
Sincerel,y,
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DATE: January 10, 1989
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Community Development Department
SUBJECT: City Council Actions on Proposed General Plan
and Zone Changes
At the January 3, 1989 r.egular meeting of the City Council, the
Council denied without prejudice the proposed General Plan
Amendment for portions of the 4300 block of the north side of
Carlin Avenue, Case No. 88087, and the proposed General Plan
Amendment and Zone Change for certain portions of the north side
of the 32�� block of Flower Street and certain portions of the
' side of Fernwood Avenue, Case No. 88094. These applications will
be reconsidered at the completion of, or during the General Plan
Update.
Though the Planning Commission approved two prior General Plan
and Zone Change requests i.e., Case No. 88098, 88099, it appears
evident that the City Council will deny such Planning Commission
recommendations.
Staff would like to stress that its recommendations to the
Planning Commission for General Plan Amendment and Zone Changes
resulted from residential development permit applications that
were processed to afford the applicants due process as mandated
by law.
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It was agreed to impose Condition No. 47, "A raised planter
bed shall be installed along the side of the driveway next to
the lawn.
Mr. Wheeler stated his acceptance of all conditions.
MOTION by.Commissioner Pryor, SECONDED by Commissioner Haynes
to adopt Resolution No. 2257, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD PLANNING COMMZSSION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 89003 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO-STORY, FOUR (4) UNIT
APARTMENT BUILDING WITH TWO EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS
AT 11127-29 LOUISE AVENUE, _LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, IN THE R-3
(MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE," with the addition of
Condition No. 46, "Existing buildings," and Condition No. 47,
"A raised planter bed shall be installed along the side of
the driveway next to the lawn," subject to the stated
conditions and requirements, finding that there will not be a
significant effect on the environment, and certifying the
Negative Declaration as adequate.
MOTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NONE: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:
STAFF COMMENTS:
A. Mr. Barfield informed the Commissioners that Pacific Bell
Telephone Company is cooperating with the City and the number
of control "B" boxes will be given to Lynwood in four to six
weeks.
B. Mr. Vicente Mas came in at this time to discuss zone chanqes
and General Plan Amendments now under consideration. Ae
showed a graph to the Commissioners that indicated the loss
of housing units and increase in population in Lynwood in
recent years. He said the overcrowding is partly due to
illegal construction, primarily in sinqle family dwellings,
i.e., converted garages. He stated that such overcrowding
impacts public services such as police services, and
results in overcrowded schools.
Mr. Mas stated that only 50$ of the units approved by the I
Planning Commission are built, and it can take 18 - 24 months
to build approved units. I
-- Chairperson Dove asked what the Planning Commission could do
to alleviate the situation, and Commissioner Pryor replied
that the Commissioners could impose less conditions.
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At the January 3, 1989, regular meeting of the City Council,
Mr. Fenderson stated, the Council denied without prejudice
the proposed Gan�rai Plan Amendment for portions of the 4300
block of the north side of Carlin Avenue, Case No. 88087, and
the proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for
certain portions of the north side of the 3200 block of
Flower Street and certian portions of the side of Fernwood
Avenue, Case No. 88094.
COMMISSION ORALS:
Commissioner Willis asked Mr. Fenderson what staff had done
concerning complaints about 11410 California and 3514 Mulford.
Mr. Fenderson replied that the property owners had been contacted
by Code Enforcement officers and the owner requested a time
extension. The property owners are now fencing off their property
and bringing their trash bins in. A title search is beinq
conducted by staff, Mr. Fenderson added.
Commissioner Penalber commented that the building at 11420 S.
Atlantic next door to his business is abandoned, but six men live
there. The water has been turned off, and the men jump over the
fence to gain ingress and egress. In the alley at the corner of
Walnut and Atlantic, there is an abandoned bob tail van and two
abandoned cars. The abovementioned six men are throwing garbage
in the van and this will stink like hell in two to three months,
Commissioner Penalber stated.
Commissioner Willis stated he had a complaint about 5142 E.
Imperial Highway, where a sign says, "Pig House," and, on
Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings, pigs are cooked in the
back of a truck. He stated that they are apparently catering
these pigs, and the carcasses lie flat on the floor of the truck
where the men walk. Commissioner Willis would like to know if a
Conditional Use Permit was issued, and if so, what for?
Commissioner Haynes asked if staff checks back on bonus units to
, make sure they are still renting to low income individuals and
Mr. Mas replied that in the past, former City attorneys have
dealt with this problem. Mr. Barnes commented about an annual
audit.
Commissioner Haynes commented that builders want to build outside
of the zoning codes. He stated that when the Commissioners deny
applicant's requests, it's because the applicants want to tell
the Commissioners what to do. He said he resents builders like
the Galindo's who demand that the Commissioners do what they want
just so they can make money. �
Referring to the City Council's denial of the General Plan
Amendments and Zone Changes, Commissioner Haynes stated that the
City Council is not being fair to the Commissioners, who are
trying to promote the growth of Lynwood, not the death of
Lynwood.
Commissioner Haynes commented that he doesn't care who builds, he
just wants to increase the completion of Conditional Use Permits
granted.
Mr. Mas commented that "There is not much we can do," it's mostly
the financial problems of the applicants.
Commissioner Haynes commented that new businesses are coming in
at Alondra and Atlantic.
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PUBLIC ORALS:
Chairperson Dove asked the few remaining people in the audience
for comments, and there were none.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION was made to adjourn by Commissioner Haynes, SECONDED by
Commissioner Pryor, and carried unanimously. The meeting
; adjourned at�10:05 p.m.
APPROVED AS WRITTEN this lOth day�of January, 1989
. • Donald D. Dove, Chairperson
' ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM
Aubrey D. Fenderson Douglas D. Barnes
Planning Manager Deputy City Attorney
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PL�;ivilIivU COi'�KISSiON
' CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 1989
OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of
Lynwood was called to order by Chairperson Dove on the above
captioned date at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City
Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, California 90262.
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Commissioner Pryor led the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. Roll Call of Commissioners
Chairperson Dove requested the roll call, and Planning
Manager Fenderson complied.
Present:. Commissioner ponald A. Dove
Commissioner John K. Haynes
Commissioner Alberto M. Penalber
Commissioner Roy Pryor
Commissioner David J. Willis, Jr.
MOTION by Commissioner Penalber, SECONDED by Commissioner I
Willis, to qrant Commissioner Kanka an excused absence. MOTION �
carried unanimously. Mr. Fenderson stated Commissioner Cole-
Dennis called staff and requested an excused absence because
she is out of town. Commissioners Penalber and Haynes
expressed their disapproval of Cole-Dennis' continued
absences and a discussion ensued between Commissioners Haynes
and Penalber and Chairperson Dove as to how many consecutive i
meetings she has missed. Chairperson Dove stated he
remembered that she attended the October meeting, although I
Commissioners Penalber and Haynes thought it had been closer
to five months absences including this one. Commissioner
Haynes further expressed disapproval of her reasons for not
attending meetings. Commissioner Penalber stated that only
good excuses like that of Commissioner Kanka should be
accepted. No one made a motion to excuse Commissioner �
Cole-Dennis and her request was not acted upon. �
Also present: Douglas Barnes, Deputy City Attorney I
� Aubrey Fenderson, Planning Manager
Arthur Barfield, Planninq Associate i
Andrew B-Pessima, Planning Technician I
Emilio M. Murga, Assistant Civil Engineer I
Joy Valentine, Minutes Clerk I
Approximately fifteen people were in the audience. I
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�Mr. Fenderson stated that, per the Brown Act, the agenda had I
been duly posted.
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E. Approval of Minutes
MOTION by Commissioner Penalber, SECONDED by Commissioner
� Haynes, to approve the minutes of December 13, 1988.
MOTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor, •
Willis
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Sian Ordinance Amendment - Case No. 88100
Citywide
Staff proposes to amend Chapter 25, official Zoninq and Sign
Ordinance, to control construction of free standing pole
signs Citywide. This matter was continued from the December
13, 1988, Planning Commission meeting to allow staff more
time for evaluation. At the December 20, 1988, meeting of
the City Council, an urgency ordinance establishing a
moratorium on the construction, erection and installation of
freestanding signs was adopted.
The staff is still reviewing and developing the amendment and
therefore requested another continuance to the February 14,
1989, Planning Commission meeting.
Chairperson Dove asked the Commission's preference.
Commissioner Penalber asked Mr. Fenderson about sandwich
board signs and Mr. Fenderson replied that this ordinance
deals only with pole signs. Commissioner Penalber asked Mr.
Fenderson what staff does about illegal sandwich board signs.
Mr. Fenderson replied that Code Enforcement officers visit
the owners of the offending signs and letters are written by �
staff to the sign owners in an effort to remove signs like
those that offended Commissioner Penalber.
MOTION made by Commissioner Pryor to continue Case No. 88100
to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
February 14, 1989, SECONDED by Commissioner Willis.
MoTION carried by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None I
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2. Conditional Use Permit - Case No. 88093
" 11339-41 Louise Avenue (Donald R. Kittle)
Applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit to
develop fourteen (14) apartment units in the R-3 zone.
Applicant's request was approved by the Planning Commission .
on September 8, 1987. However, the applicant permitted the
permit to expire and he is now required to submit a new
Conditional Use Permit before he can develop his property.
Chairperson Dave opened the Public Hearing.
Vincent Labevsciano, 7312 Rio Hondo Place, representing the
applicants, rose to state their acceptance of all conditions.
He is building fifteen units just down the street from those
proposed by Mr. Kittle.
Commissioner Haynes suggested that a time limit might be
added to the list of conditions, such as starting
construction in 90 days and finishing same in six months.
Mr. Barnes indicated that more stringent time limits than
those already utilized in Lynwood might be considered unfair
because of financing difficulties, etc., that might be
encountered by any applicant.
Mr. Labevsciano assured Commissioner Haynes that the
applicant absolutely intends to build as soon as possible, he
is waiting only for the plans to be approved by the Building
Department. Commissioner Penalber asked if financing wasn't
approved before plans were drawn, permits were applied for,
and wasn't the applicant's appearance before the Planning
Commission the last thing? He was assured by staff that
banks only lend money after all the permits have been
obtained.
Commissioner Pryor asked Mr. Labevsciano if he understood
Item No. 24 (Mr. Labevsciano said he understood and accepted
the item, which dealt with dry pipe), and asked where the
trash enclosure will be. Mr. Labevsciano indicated the trash
enclosure on the plans. Mr Labevsciano further stated Mr. i
Kittle had asked him to represent him at this meeting because
he is building fifteen units just down the street from Mr.
Kittles' proposed fourteen units. �
Mr. Harry Gibbens, a hearing-impaired Lynwood resident, read
the following letter with the aid of a court-ordered (
interpreter.
"I am speaking for my family. My name is Harry Gibbens, �
living on 11327 Louise Avenue. I have lived in Lynwood for
over twenty-six years. �
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Will you accept to give me more than the limit three-minute �
talk in order for me to speak to you due to my hearing- I
impairedness and speech-defectiveness thru this slow
communication? I hope that my testimony may be shorten as
much as possible with help from my interpreter. I
Here are my testimonies, recommendations or suggestions, if
any.
It has been my concern for a long time. I understand that
the attractive 14-unit apartment will be erected on the
Kittle's property. The property is just next door, south of
my family property.
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I recommend that the 14-unit apartment shall be erected on
. the existing ground level rather than on the new four feet
elevated level, higher than the existing ground level.
Reason: 1. I enjoy the sun's rays of light and warmth going
thru windows on the south side of my house. 2. I enjoy my
spectacular view of this country-type neighborhood area. .
I will lose the valuable sun's rays and the spectacular view
completely when the future ten feet high masonry wall shall
� be established along my property line on the south side.
Therefore, I shall be forced to pay higher utility bills
after the erection of the ten feet high masonry wall."
Mr. Murga explained that this ten-foot fence probably refers
to item No. 28, which is required because the property is in
the flood zone. Mr. Murga stated the landfill required will
probably be about 2-1/2', not 4', but the retaininq wall of
2-1/2� plus the six-foot hiqh block wall required for privacy
and noise containment will look like an 8-1/2' fence on Mr.
Gibbens' side.
Commissioner Pryor asked Mr. Murga if the water will drain to
the street and Mr. Murga stated it would.
Commissioner Haynes stated that the landfill looked like more
than 2-1/2' when he visited the site on Sunday.
A very long discussion about the height of the fence, amount
and depth of landfill, ensued between staff, Commissioners,
Mr. Gibbens and his interpreter. Mr. Murga stated that the
flood level zone is 81' above sea level.
Mr. Gibbens resumed reading his letter.
"There shall be another problem during Santa Ana wind season,
blowing from west to east often directly. It has been my
concern all about this which shall effect my families home
roof and my next-door neighbor's house roof, north side of my
property. I have seen several roof materials breaking apart
from time to time during the strong wind season. After the
ten feet high masonry wall and the Kittle's 14 unit apartment
shall be established, the rear corner of my property
(southwest corner) shall become narrower between the new
Kittle's apartment and the rear existing apartment. The
narrower area shall become 'venturi effect.' Therefore, who
will pay for erecting masonry wall on the rear of my
property? That will help to cut down the Santa Ana wind."
"The other problem shall be shadow area of my organic garden I
after the ten feet high masonry wall shall be established. �
The (shade within defined limits) obscurity within a space �
from which rays from sun are cut off by the future masonry
wall of ten feet high. The ten foot high wall shall cast its
shadow on the ground level up to fifteen feet at noontime at
this present time. That is not all. The new apartment's
shadow will affect more greater than the masonry wall's
shadow." I
Another long discussion ensued between staff, Commissioners,
Mr. Gibbens and his interpreter, concerning Santa Ana winds �
and their possible effect on the roofs of Mr. Gibbens' house
and his neighbor's house. Mr. Gibbens asked staff if the �
City would be willing to pay for a wall on his property, and I
while Chairperson Dove was sympathetic to his problem as 'was �
Mr. Fenderson, it was concluded that the City would probably
not build a fence on private property because there is I
nothinq in the City Code that would empower the City to do
so, or to force the applicant to pay for a fence on his new �
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Mr. Fenderson did not think the Santa Ana winds would cause
the type of damage envisioned by Mr. Gibbens, and further,
the 6' block wall fence is required on all new documents.
Mr. Fenderson and Chairperson Dove stated Mr. Gibbens could
ask Mr. Kittle to pay for the fence.
Commissioner Penalber stated that discussions of winds and
garden loss was not relevant. He asked what does Mr. Gibbens
want? He stated that in San Jouquin valley people worry
about sunlight, while in Lynwood, the Commissioners are
worried about homes for Lynwood citizens.
Commissioner Pryor stated that he didn't think this is the
place and he didn't think the Commissioners should be
expected to deal with Mr. Kittle on Mr. Gibbens' behalf.
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Commissioner Penalber stated Mr. Gibbens should have talked I
with staff about his problems.
Both Mr. Barnes and Mr. Fenderson assured the Commissioners
that they are required by law to listen to concerned property
owners.
Mr. Gibbens resumed reading his letter.
"There are three tall trees, close to the property line.
Those trees will have to be removed in the preparation of a
new masonry wall foundation. Those trees' roots will be
chopped and will be sliced. Therefore, those trees will be
weakened and will be uprooted by strong winds, if we keep
them. Better- remove them by who?
I want to let you know that there is four feet hardware cloth
in the nearly perimeter of the garden as a gopher-proof
fence,. mostly three feet deep into the ground. I request
that the gopher-proof fence shall not be destroyed, will it
be destroyed?
I desire to live here in this area. Yet I understand that
our City of Lynwood may interest in the name of progress
which may affect us, especially lifestyle. I do not know
what I with my family will do with my present property. I'll
wait and see. Thank you for your attention."
Chairperson Dove asked Mr. Gibbens if the trees were on his I
property, and Mr. Gibbens replied in the affirmative.
Chairperson Dove then asked Mr. Barnes about the trees. Mr.
Barnes and Commissioner Pryor agreed that the trees won't be
bothered, however, should the trees be damaged, Mr. Barnes
stated the adjoining property owner would be held responsible
if the trees should be damaqed during the retaining wall and
fence construction.
Mr. Gibbens thanked the Commissioners for listening to him,
and said goodbye. �
Chairperson Dove asked if anyone else in the audience wished '
to speak in opposition to the proposal, there being no one
else wishing to speak, Chairperson Dove closed the Public
Hearing.
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MOTION by Commissioner Haynes, SECONDED by Commissioner
Penalber, to adopt Resolution No. 2247, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING CONIDIISSION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING
' CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 88093 TO CONSTRUCT FOURTEEN (14)
UNITS IN THE R-3 (MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE, AT
22339-41 LOUISE AVENUE, LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, 90262, "subject
to the stated conditions and requirements, finding that there
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certifying the Negative Declaration as adequate.
MOTION carried by the fo2lowing vote:
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka
ABSTAIN: None
3. Conditional Use Permit - Case No. 89003
11127 Louise Avenue, Lynwood (Sangwarlaya Tiraphantna)
Applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit and
density bonus to develop a four (4) unit apartment building
behind two (2) existing single family dwellings that are to
remain at above address.
Mr. Barfield stated that the proposed development exceeds the
allowable density by one dwelling unit. The Planning
Commission has the authority to approve units in excess of
the allowable density if the units are designated as
affordable units or if they are part of a development
proposal which conforms to all other zoninq regulations and
which incorporates unique features into its design. �
Chairperson Dove opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Craig wheeler, Systems Construction representative, 30142
Oaklane, Silverado, California, rose to show plans with
requested changes to the Commissioners.
Commissioner Haynes noted that the new building will be i
raised to allow for the flood area and asked what about the
existing buildings. Mr. Murga replied that only the new �
building will be affected, and the level of ground is not �
being changed. The applicant prefers to raise the building, I
and this is allowed under City Code, Mr. Murga said. �
Both Commissioners Penalber and Haynes asked how the property
will be raised. Mr. Wheeler said he didn't know what has to
be done for the flood level, but was sure that the building
will be raised, rather than the ground level.
Commissioner Willis asked about the existing family units.
There is leaky plumbing, resulting in water ponding and
stagnant water. He asked if the existing buildings are
legal. He stated that Mr. Wheeler should get his act I
together on the present buildings. The garage and fence look
like plywood just thrown together. He stated that if Mr.
Wheeler can't maintain the existinq buildings that he
probably can't maintain four more. He noted a Nissan parked
on the front lawn. I
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, Chairperson Dove stated the Commissioners could impose more
conditions.
Mr. Fenderson noted that Condition No. 27 addresses that
problem. ,
Chairperson Dove asked if a fence could be added along the
driveway to prevent cars from parking on the lawn.
Mr. Fenderson stated that Condition No. 10 addresses this
problem.
Chairperson Dove and Commissioner Haynes both questioned the
facade and finish of the existing buildings.
Mr. Wheeler showed elevations of the proposed new structures I
and stated that the existing buildings will be restuccoed and
window trimming added to blend the existing buildings with
the proposed new structure.
Mike Bernard, also of Systems Construction, 3171 Cabana
Street, Miraloma, California, rose to state that they are
open to suggestions as to different types of stucco finish.
They want the finish. They want the finished buildings to
blend together nicely to present a good effect.
Commissioner Pryor asked if the owners are aware of all 45
conditions; including those distributed to the Commissioners
tonight.
Mr. Fenderson stated he didn't know if the applicant has seen
the eight new conditions imposed by the Lynwood Public Works
Department.
Mr. Barnes stated that the applicant must sign a form stating i
that he accepts all conditions before the permit will be
issued. �'
Mr. Fenderson assured the Commissioners that the project will I
be balanced aesthetically and the whole project will look I
new.
Mr.. Barnes stated that Condition No. 27 doesn't adequately �
cover the existing units and the Commissioners would have to I
add another condition to ensure that the present units will �
be stuccoed and trimmed to match the new construction. i
There being no one else wishinq to speak either for or �
against the proposal, Chairperson Dove closed the Public �
Hearing.
Commissioner Penalber stated his aversion to plain stucco, �
and Commissioner willis wanted the present buildings
restuccoed. They agreed to impose Condition No. 46, "Existing i
buildings shall receive a color coat of stucco to match the
new construction, as well as a facade treatment on the front
of the existing buildings."
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prevent cars parked on the lawn and Mr. Fenderson suggested
just a raised planter along the driveway. Commissioner Pryor
didn't want this particular lot to look different than the j
rest along the street.
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bed shall be installed along the side of the driveway next to
the lawn.
. Mr. Wheeler stated his acceptance of all conditions.
MOTION by Commissioner Pryor, SECONDED by Commissioner Haynes
to adopt Resolution No. 2257, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
LYNWOOD PLANNING COMPIISSION APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 89003 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TWO-STORY, FOUR (4) UNIT
APARTMENT BUILDING WITH TWO EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS
AT 11127-29 LOUISE AVENUE, LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, IN THE R-3
(MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE," with the addition of
Condition No. 46, "Existing buildings," and Condition No. 47,
"A raised planter bed shall be installed along the side of
the driveway next to the lawn," subject to the stated
conditions and requirements, finding that there will not be a
significant effect on the environment, and certifying the
Negative Declaration as adequate. I
MOTION carried by the following vote: I
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor, �
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NONE: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka �
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4. Zoninct Ordinance Amendment - Case No. 1. (
Citywide
Staff proposes to amend Chapter 25, the official Zoning
Ordinance, with respect to parking standards Citywide.
Staff requested the Planning Commission continue this case to
the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
February 14, 1989, in view of the complexity of the issue.
On advice of Mr. Barnes, Chairperson Dove opened the Public
Hearing and asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the I
proposal. There being no one, he asked if anyone wished to
speak in opposition to the proposal. There being no one,
Chairperson Dove continued the Public Hearing to the regular I
meeting of the Planning Commission on February 14, 1989.
MOTION by Commissioner Penabler, SECONDED by Commissioner i
Willis, to continue Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Case No. 1
to trie regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February
14, 1989.
AYES: Commissioners Dove, Haynes, Penalber, Pryor,
Willis
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ABSENT: Commissioners Cole-Dennis, Kanka �
ABSTAIN: None
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REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS:
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STAFF COMMENTS:
A. Mr. Barfield informed the CommiWi�hnthe City and
Telephone Company is cooperating
of control "B" boxes will be 9iven to Lynwood in four to six
weeks.
B. Mr. Vicente Mas came in at this time to discuss zone changes
and General Plan Amendments now under consideration. He
showed a graph to the Commissioners that indicated the loss
of housing units and increase in population i artly nW due to
recent years. He said the overcrowding is p
illegal construction, primarily in single family dwellings,
i.e., converted garages. He stated that such overcrowd
impacts public services such as police services,
results in overcrowded schools.
Mr. Mas stated that only 50� of the units approved by the
Planning Commission are built, and it can take 18 - 24 months
to build approved units.
Chairperson Dove asked what the Planning Commission could do
to alleviate the situation, and Commissioner Pryor replied
that the Commissioners could impose less conditions.
At the January 3, 1989, regular meeting of the City Council,
Mr
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the proposed General Plan Amendment for portions of the
block of the north side of Carlin Avenue, Case No. 88087, and i
the proposed General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for �
certain portions of the north side of the 3200 block of
Flower Street and certian portions of the side of Fernwood I
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Commissioner Willis asked Mr. Fenderson what staff had done i
concerning complaints about 11410 California and 3514 Mulford.
Mr. Fenderson replied that the property owners had been contacted I
by Code Enforcement officers and the owner requested a time
extension. The property owners are now fencing off their property I
and bringing their trash bins in. A title search is being I
conducted by staff, Mr. Fenderson added. I
Commissioner Penalber commented that the building at 11420 S.
Atlantic next door to his business is abandoned, but six over ''
there. The water has been turned off, and the men jump
fence to gain ingress and eqress. In the alley at the corner of �
Walnut and Atlantic, there is an abandoned bob tail van and two i
abandoned cars. The abovementioned six men are throwing garbage
in the van and this wi11 stink like hell in two to three months, I
Commissioner Penalber stated. i
Commissioner Willis stated he had a complaint about 5142 E• I
Imperial Highway, where a sign says, "Pig House," and, °n I
Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings, pigs are cooked in the
back of a truck. He stated that they are apparently catering
these pigs, and the carcasses lie flat on the floor of the truck
where the men walk. Commissioner Willis would like to know if a
Conditional Use Permit was issued, and if so, what for? '
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Commissioner Haynes asked if staff checks back on bonus units to
� make sure they are still renting to low income individuals and
� Mr. Mas replied that in the past, former City attorneys have
dea.lt with this nroblem. Mr. Barnes commented about an annual
audit.
Commissioner Haynes commented that builders want to build outside
of the zoning codes. He stated that when the Commissioners deny �
applicant's requests, it's because the applicants want to tell
the Commissioners what to do. xe said he resents builders like
the Galindo's who demand that the Commissioners do what they want
just so they can make money.
Referring to the City Council's denial of the General Plan
Amendments and 2one Changes, Commissioner Haynes stated that
sometimes the City Council thinks we are not doing our job,
however, we are trying to promote the growth of Lynwood, not the
�death of Lynwood.
Commissioner Haynes commented that he doesn't care who builds, he
just wants to increase the completion of Conditional Use Permits
granted.
Mr. Mas commented that "There is not much we can do," it's mostly
the financial problems of the applicants. �
Commissioner Haynes commented that new businesses are cominq in
at Alondra and Atlantic.
PUBLIC ORALS: �
Chairperson Dove asked the few remaining people in the audience (
for comments, and there were none. �
ADJOURNMENT: I
MOTION was made to adjourn by Commissioner Haynes, SECONDED by �
Commissioner Pryor, and carried unanimously. The meeting �
adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
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LYNWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION -�
REGULAR MEETING - 7:30 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA.
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Lena Cole-Dennis Alberto Montoya Penalber I
Commissioner Vice-Chairperson
John K. Haynes Roy Pryor
Commissioner Commissioner
Lucille Kanka David J. Willis, Jr.
Commissioner Commissioner
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Vicente L. Mas, Director Arthur Barfield `
Community Development Department Planning Associate
Aubrey D. Fenderson Andrew B-Pessima
Planning Manager Planninq Technician
C O M M I S S I O N C O U N S E L:
Henry S. Barbosa Douglas D. Barnes
City Attorney Deputy City Attorney
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January 10, 1989
OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call meeting to order.
B. 'F1ag Salute.
C. Roll Call of Commissioners.
D. Certification of Agenda posting.
E. Approval of Minutes of December 13, 1988
Planning Commission meeting.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Sign Ordinance Amendment Case No. 88100
City Wide
Comments•
' The staff is proposing to amend Chapter 25, the official
' Zoning and Sign Ordinance with respect to controlling
construction of free standing pole signs city wide.
Recommended Action:
Staff respectfully requests that after consideration, the
Planning Commission continue Case No. 88100 to the next
regular meeting of the Planning Commission on February 14,
1989.
2. - Conditional Use Permit - No. 88093
11339-41 Louise Ave. (Donald R. Kittle)
Comments•
The applicant is requesting approval of a Conditional Use
Permit to develop fourteen (14) apartment units at 11339-41
Louise Avenue in the R-3 (Multiple-Family Residential) zone.
The applicant's request was approved by Resolution No. 2132-
Conditional Use Permit No. 87053 at the Planning Commissions
regularly scheduled meeting of September 8, 1987. However,
the Conditional Use Permit expired, requiring the applicant
to submit a new Conditional Use Permit to develop fourteen
(14) units at the subject property.
Recommended Action:
Staff respectfully requests, that, after consideration, the
Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2247:
a. Finding that the Conditional Use Permit, Case No. 88093,
, will not have a significant effect on the environment
and certifying the Negative Declaration as adequate.
b. Approving Conditional Use Permit No. 88093, subject to
stated conditions and requirements.
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3. Conditional Use Permit - Case No. 89003
11127 Louise Ave.,Lynwood (Sangwarlaya Tiraphatna)
Comments
The applicant is requesting approvai of a Conditional Use
Permit and density bonus to develop a four(4) unit apartment
building behind two(2) existing single family dwellings
that are to remain at 11127 Louise Avenue.
Recommended Action
Staff respectfully requests that after consideration; the
. Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution No. 2232:
a. Finding that the Conditional Use Permit, No. 89003, will
not have a significant effect on the environment, and
certify the Negative DeclaYation as adequate.
b. Approving Conditional Use Permit, Case No. 89003 subject
to the stated conditions and requirements.
4. Zoning Ordinance Amendment Case No. 1
, City Wide
Comments•
The 'staff is proposing to Amend Chapter 25, the official
Zoning Ordinance with respect to parking standards city wide.
Recommended Action:
- Staff respectfully requests that after consideration the
Pl.anning Commission continue Zoning Ordinance Amendment Case
, No. 1 to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission
, on February 14, 1989.
REGULAR ORDER OF BUSINESS
STAFF COMMENTS
A. Inquiry regarding Pacific Bell "B" Boxes.
.. B. City Council ACtions on Proposed General Plan Amendments and
Zone changes.
COMMISSION-ORALS
• PUBLIC ORALS
" ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission on
February 14, 1989, at 7:30 p.m., in the City Hall Chambers, 11330
, Bullis Road, Lynwood, California.
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