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HomeMy Public PortalAboutMinutes - 1966/02/22 - RegularPLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES CITY OF TEMPLE CITY February 22, 1966 1. A Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Temple City was held in the City Hall, 5938 :forth Kauffman Avenue, Temple City. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Johnston at 7:30 P.M. 2e PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Chairman Johnston. 3o ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Absent: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson Also Present: Ray Cushman, George Dragicevich, Bob F l andr i ck, Karl Koski 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs that the Regular Adjourned Meeting Minutes of January 24, 1966, be approved as mailed. Motion seconded by Commissioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson A motion was made by Commissioner Garvin that the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 25, 1966, be approved as mailed. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Brigs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: Nene Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson 5. PUBLIC HEARING: MODIFICATION OF ZONE VARIANCE CASE N0, 64 -80 William B. Wood, Owner - Applicant 9658 Live Oak Avenue Temple City, California Chairman Johnston announced that now was the time and place for the public hearing, Verification of public notice was given by the Secretary. Planning Director Dragicevich presented the original application. The Chairman ordered same marked Exhibit "A" and made a part of the record. The Planning D i r - e c t o r then orally presented the factual data report and h i s written report, substantially as given orally was received in evidence by the Chairman, marked Exhibit "B ". The maps placed for public and Planning Commission view were ordered marked Exhibit "C" and received in evidence. The Exhibits were then viewed by the Commission. Planning Director Dragicevich stated that the request is to increase Par ce l "3" and reduce Parcel "A" and build a single residence with a two -car garage as approved by Resolution No. 64 -67PC on March 2, 1964. Appearing in favor: ivir, William B. Wood, 9658 Live Oak Avenue, Owner-Applicant. Mr. Wood stated that the subject property in question was divided by the County in regards to the two lower sections and the two upper sections was the portion o;' the lot that was grenked the previous zone variance. There was no time limitation set in the Resolution of grant; he would like to have the proposed parcel front on the street and this is the reason traey have filed fo r this modification. The driveway and garage servicing Parcel "A" cannot be moved satisfactorily be;::euse of various trees and landscaping i n the area and it would be a hardship to have to beck onto Live Oak Avenue. 1 1 Planning Commission Minutes Page Two February 22, 1966 Also appearing in favor: Mr. Charles Dickens, 9654 Live Oak Avenue. Mr. Dickens stated that he would like the circle drive to remain as is for safety reasons entering and exiting onto Live Oak Avenue and if the garage was moved it would tend to spoil proposed Parcel "C ". He was against moving the garage and also stated that the landscaping would give a nice view from the street. Discussion was held on the removal of the existing walnut tree; the existing garage and the circle driveway. Flo one appeared in opposition. After hearing all those desiring to speak a motion was made by Commissioner Garvin that the public hearing be closed. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston NOES: Commissioners: None ASSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson Discussion was held among the Commissioners regarding the jogged parcel line and the front and rear yard landscaping. A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs to instruct the City :attorney to draw a resolution granting this request with the express stipulation that this variance shall expire and be of no effect unless exercised within a period of one year from and after the date of adoption of this resolution and in accord- ance with plot plan, Exhibit "B "., Motion seconded by Comm- issioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson City Attorney Flandrick stated that the resolution of grant will be prepared and submitted at the end of the meeting for approval. 6. PUBLIC HEARING: ZO9E VARIANCE CASE NO. 66 -19 Ken and Virginia Baker, Owners 292 East Foothill Boulevard Arcadia, CaHfornia Eugene A. Richard, Applicant 1427 South Atlantic Boulevard Los Angeles, California SITE: 4945 Persimmon Avenue Chairman Johnston announced that now was the time and place for the public hearing. Verification of public notice was given by the Secretary. Planning Director Dragicevich presented the original application. The Chairman ordered same marked Exhibit "A" and made a part of the record. The Planning Dir- ector then orally presented the factual data report and his written report, substantially as given orally was received in evidence by the Chairman, marked Exhibit "B ". The maps placed for public and Planning Commission view were ordered marked Exhibit "C" and received in evidence. The Exhibits were then viewed by the Commission. Planning Commission Minutes Page Three February 22, 1966 Planning Director D rag i cev i ch stated that the Applicant's proposal is to divide the subject property into two side -by- side parcels each containing 7,650 square feet and each having a non - conforming width of 45 feet. The plot plan marked Exhibit "A" shows existing and proposed development. Existing residence in Parcel "A" is mar'.:ed "to be demolished" and new single dwell- ing residences with detached two car garages are proposed in each parcel. Driveway access is proposed from a 20 foot wide alley. (-appearing in favor: Mr. Eugene A. Richard, Applicant, Fortune Homes, 1427 S. Atlantic Boulevard, Los Angeles. Mr. Richard stated that he is the builder for the proposal property and is at the public hearing mainly to observe. No one appeared in opposition. After hearing all those desiring to speak a motion was made by Commissioner Briggs to close the public hearing. Motion seco- nded by Commissioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson Commissioner Garvin stated that he had observed the subject property and is sure this request would be an improvement for the area; it would be unfair to the parties involved not to grant this request; curbs and cutters should be a condition of grant to be constructed along with the development of the sub- ject property. A motion was made by Commissioner Garvin that the City Attorney draw a resolution granting this request in accordance with the plot plan, Exhibit "A "; that curbs and gutters be constructed in conjunction with the development of the subject property; this variance shall expire and be of no effect unless exercised within a period of one year from and after the date of adopt- ion of this resolution. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson City Attorney Flandric:: reviewed the conditions and presented the proposed resolution. RESOLUTION N. 66- 192PC: A RESOLUTION OF THE ?LANNING COMM- ISSION OF THE CITY TEMPLE CITY GRANTING A VARif, :ICE IN ZONE VARIANCE CASE NO. 66 -179PC . Title to Resolution !o. 66 -192PC was read by City Attorney Flandrick. A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs to waive further read- ing and adopt. Motion seconded by Commissioner Garvin and carr- ied by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commissioner's: Beckley, Clemson Planning Commission Minutes Page Four February 22, 1966 7. PUBLIC HEARING: Z0'E VARIANCE CASE NO. 66 -180 Clyde H. & Norma K. Harp, Owner - Applicant 9812 Longden Avenue Temple City, California Chairman Johnston announced that now was the time and place for the public hearing. Verification of public notice was given by the Secretary. Planning Director Dragicevich presented the original application. The Chairman ordered same marked Exhibit "A" and made a part of the record. The Planning Director then orally presented the factual data report and his written report, substantially as given orally was received in evidence by the Chairman, marked Exhibit "B ". The maps placed for public and Planning Commission view were ordered marked Exbibit "C" and received in evidence. The Exhibits were then viewed by the Commission. Planning Director Dragicevich stated that the request is to change parcel dimensions reducing parcel one from 6,900 square feet to 6,600 square feet and increasing parcel two from 5,700 square feet to 6,120 square feet. The access driveway to parcel two contains about 1,326 square feet. Appearing in favor: Mr. Clyde Harp, Owner -R plicant. Mr. Harp stated that he has owned this property for 23 years; that because of the locations of the existing building the property cannot be separated for separate ownerships under the present zoning requirements. This will change the Front lot dimension from 115 to 110 feet; he would like the property line moved back to the existing wall which would be moving the property line 5 feet to the north, 6 feet to the bac of parcel two and the garage would be approximately 12 to 15 feet from the house. No one appeared in opposition. After hearing all those desiring to speak a motion was made by Commissioner Garvin to close the public hearing. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs;' Garvin, Johnston HOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson Discussion was held among the Commissioners. It was a consensus that this request should be granted. . notion was made by Commissioner Briggs to instruct the City Attorney to draw a resolution granting this request in accord- ance with plot plan, Exhibit "A ". Motion seconded by Commiss- ioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson City Attorney Flandrick reviewed the conditions and presented the proposed resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 66- 193PC: A RESOLUTION OF THE 'LANNING COMM- ISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY GRANTING A VAR I ANC E I N ZONE VARIANCE CASE NO, 66- 180PC. Planning Commission Minutes Page Five February 22, 1966 Title to Resolution No. 66 -193PC was read by City Attorney Flandrick. A motion was made by Commissioner Garvin to waive further read- ing and adopt. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson 8. PUBLIC HEARING: POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO MINIMUM LOT AREAS FOR CHURCHES IN "R" ZONES. Planning !advisor Cushman stated that many of the churches in Temple City are located in "R" zones and the question is would it be better to remove the specific zoning requirements for churches and require a Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Cushman also stated that the staff recommends that serious considera- tion be given to the removal of these regulations and place Churches in a Conditional Use Permit Category and that this matter should be brought up at a study session and then on to the Council or possibly decided at this meeting. Appearing in favor: Mr. William B. Wood, 9658 Live Oak Ave. Mr. Wood stated he is the'E1d:er at the Church of Christ, 5272 Sereno Drive, Temple City. The Church for some time has been formulating plans for a large addition to its present facili- ties which include sevent.een.= chIssrooms, a large fellowship hall, enlargement of office and ministers study, and improve- ments to the present auditorium. The expenditure amount will be between 125,000 and 150,000 dollars. The present zoning regulations require a minimum of two acres for a church in order to obtain a building permit. The present building was built in 1952 and has an area of about 1.90 acres, with more than the required amount of off - street par;: i :: Because of the two acre requirement for churches, most existing churches are unable to improve or expand. Also appearing in favor: Mr. Charles Dickens, 9654 Live Oak Avenue, Temple City. Mr. Dickens stated that he is a member of the Congregation at the Church of Christ and is also a member of the Board of Trustees. Mr. Dickens said that this proposed expansion will help to provide better services for the area; that their parking needs do meet the ordinance and would appreciate it if the Commission could taken any action tonight so that there would be no further delay to the Church expansion program. City Attorney Flandric:; clarified that it would be 60 -90 days before this matter could be expedited and would advise that they apply for a zone variance. 1'r. William Grasham, 10 °26 Freer Street, Temple City, Minister for the Church of Christ. Mr. Grasham stated that the present classrooms are 17 years old and the new facilities proposed are needed very badly. No one appeared in opposition. After hearing all those desiring to speak a motion was made by Commissioner Garvin to close the public hearing. Motion sec - onded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: 0ES: ABSENT: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson 1 1 Planning Commission Minutes Page Six February 22, 1966 Commissioner Garvin felt that this matter should be handled on an individual basis; that being every request considered separately. Discussion followed among the Commissioners. A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs to instruct the City Attorney to draw a resolution on an ordinance amendment to the zoning regulations to eliminate the specific zoning require - ments for churches and require a Conditional Use Permit and recommend same to the City Council for adoption. Motion sec- onded by Commissioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ".BS ENT : Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston Commissioners: None Commi ss Loners : Beckley, Clemson 9. PUBLIC HEARING: POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS TO THE M! 'ING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO GASOLINE SERVICE STATIONS AND OTHER DRIVE -IN BUSINESSES. Planning Advisor Cushman stated that a recommendation will be prepared by himself and presented to the Commission, After noting there was no one in the audience to speak for or against these possible amendments to Gasoline Service Stations and Drive -In Businesses a motion was made by Commissioner Garvin that the public hearing be closed. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commiss ioners: Beckley, Clemson Discussion. was held on the Monterey Park and San Marino Service Station- `Regi,t'iations. City Attorney flandrick stated that the Western Oil and Gas Association has drawn an ord- inance pertaining to this and it is quite rigid. He stated he would obtain a copy so that the Commission could review it. Planning Director Cushman stated that a ticht procedure instead of changing the zone would be to go to a Conditional Use Permit, therefore a public hearing before the Planning Comm- ission. Mr. Cushman stated that he has had several inquiries regarding a service station in the area of Lower Azusa Road and Hallowell and that the residents in the area are very concerned and not in favor of another gasoline station in the area; and they also have been a sore point with many other communities. City Attorney Flandrick stated that the Commission should read the ordinance prepared by the Western Oil and Gas Association, study the Conditional Use Permit standards and possible change of zone and then make the recommendation. It was decided by the Commission to place this item on the Study Session Agenda, March 1966, and bring a possible recommendation to the regular meeting of March 0, 1966. 10.. OLD BUSINESS a. City Attorney Flandrick recommended to the Commission that a public hearing be held on Dog Kennels and the permitted uses in C -M or M -1 and then recommend to the Council a 90 -120 moratorium on the issuance of licenses for kennels. 1 Planning Commission Minutes Page Seven February 22, 1966 A motion was made by Chairman Johnston, seconded by Commissioner Garvin that this item be set for public hearing at the meeting of March 22, 1966. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston JOES: Commissioners: None A SENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson b. City Attorney Flandrick presented Resolution go. 66- 191PC: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING CUMI SS I0N OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY r'.LLC 1NG A MODIFICATION OF THE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL IMPOSED UPON ZONE VARIANCE CASE NO. 64 -80. A motion was made by Commissioner Garvin to waive further reading and adopt. Motion seconded by Commissioner Briggs and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston TOES: Commissioners: None :ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson c. City Attorney Flandrick presented Resolution No. 66- 194PC: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY RECOMMENDING AMEND- MENTS TO THE ZONING REGULATIONS RELATING TO CHURCHES. A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs to waive further reading and adopt. Motion seconded by Commissioner Garvin and carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Briggs, Garvin, Johnston HOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Beckley, Clemson d. NUISANCE ORDINANCE Discussion was held among the Commissioners and it was decided that this would be discussed and a possible rec- ommendation made at the next regular adjourned meeting of March 7, 1966. I 1 . MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS as The Commission expressed their well wishes to Mr. Cushman, who is returning to the County and thanked him for his friendliness, patience and perserverence. Mr. Cushman also expressed his gratitude to the Commission and stated that he has thoroughly enjoyed working with them and considered this a very inspirational time for him. 12. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Commissioner Briggs, seconded by Chairman Johnston to adjourn to the next regular adjourned meeting, February 26, 1966 at 7 :00 P.M. Motion carried unan- imously. Meeting adjourned at 9 :13 P.M. ATTEST City C er:;