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P L A N N I N G C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S
M a y 2 2 , 1 9 7 3
T h e r e g u l a r m e e t i n g o f t h e P l a n n i n g C o m m i s s i o n o f t h e C i t y o f T e m p l e
C i t y w a s c a l l e d t o o r d e r b y C h a i r m a n G a r v i n a t 7 : 3 0 P . M . , M a y 2 2 , 1 9 7 3 ,
a t 7 : 3 0 p . m .
2 . P L E D G E O F A L L E G I A N C E
T h e P l e d g e o f A l l e g i a n c e t o t h e F l a g w a s l e d b y C h a i r m a n G a r v i n .
3 . R O L L C A L L :
P r e s e n t : C o m m i s s i o n e r s A t k i n s , L a w s o n a n d G a r v i n
A b s e n t : C o m m i s s i o n e r s B e c k m a n a n d C o l l i s t e r
A l s o p r e s e n t w e r e C i t y M a n a g e r K o s k i , A s s t . C i t y A t t o r n e y W h i t e ,
P l a n n i n g D i r e c t o r D r a g i c e v i c h a n d P l a n n i n g T e c h n i c i a n B u r n h a m .
C o m m i s s i o n e r A t k i n s m o v e d t o e x c u s e C o m m i s s i o n e r s B e c k m a n a n d C o l l i s t e r ' s
a b s e n c e f o r c a u s e . M o t i o n w a s s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n a n d
c a r r i e d ,
4 . A P P R O V A L O F M I N U T E S m A p r i l 2 4 , 1 9 7 3
T h e r e b e i n g n o a d d i t i o n s o r c o r r e c t i o n s t o t h e m i n u t e s , C o m m i s s i o n e r
A t k i n s m o v e d t h e y b e a p p r o v e d a s w r i t t e n . M o t i o n w a s s e c o n d e d b y
C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n a n d c a r r i e d .
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M r , B i l 1 C o x
9 4 6 9 L a R o s a D r i v e
P l a n n i n g T e c h n i c i a n B u r n h a m g a v e t h e b a c k g r o u n d o n t h i s c a s e , s t a t i n g
t h a t t h e C i t y f i r s t c o r r e s p o n d e d w i t h M r . C o x i n J a n u a r y , 1 9 7 2 , a n d
f o l l o w i n g n o t i f i c a t i o n , t h e p r o p e r t y w a s c l e a n e d a n d m a i n t a i n e d , b u t
t h e c o n d i t i o n o f t h e p r o p e r t y d e t e r i o r a t e d a g a i n a n d t h e o w n e r w a s
a g a i n n o t i f i e d t o r e c t i f y t h e o b j e c t i o n a b l e c o n d i t i o n s t h e r e o n . N o
r e s p o n s e w a s r e c e i v e d . I n t h e m e a n t i m e , S h i r l e y R e a l t y s o l d t h e
p r o p e r t y . R e c e n t l y t h e c o n d i t i o n o f t h e p r o p e r t y h a s a g a i n i m p r o v e d .
E s c r o w i s d u e t o c l o s e i n t w o w e e k s , a n d i t w a s t h e s t a f f ' s r e c o m m e n d a -
t i o n t o c o n t i n u e t h e p u b l i c h e a r i n g t o J u n e 2 6 , 1 9 7 3 , m e e t i n g . C o m -
m i s s i o n e r A t k i n s m o v e d t o c o n t i n u e t h e p u b l i c h e a r i n g t o J u n e 2 6 , 1 9 7 3 ;
m o t i o n w a s s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n a n d c a r r i e d .
6 . P U B L I C H E A R I N G : C O N S I D E R R E C O M M E N D A T I O N T O A M E N D T H E T E M P L E C I T Y
M U N I C I P A L C O D E R E L A T I N G T O Z O N I N G C L A S S I F I C A T I O N
F O R U P H O L S T E R Y F A B R I C S A N D S U P P L I E S , R U G S A N D
C A R P E T S , A N D F U R N I T U R E R E P A I R A N D U P H O L S T E R Y
D i r e c t o r D r a g i c e v i c h g a v e t h e s t a f f r e p o r t , s t a t i n g t h e P l a n n i n g
C o m m i s s i o n p a s s e d R e s o l u t i o n , 7 3 � 4 9 5 P C o n A p r i l 1 0 , 1 9 7 3 , r e c o m m e n d i n g
c l a r i f i c a t i o n o f a m b i g u i t i e s i n t h e z o n i n g c o d e r e l a t i n g t o r e t a i l
s a l e s o f u p h o l s t e r y f a b r i c s a n d s u p p l i e s , r e t a i l s a l e s o f r u g s a n d
c a r p e t s , a n d f u r n i t u r e r e p a i r a n d u p h o l s t e r y . T h e s e u s e s w e r e n o t
c l a s s i f i e d i n a n y p e r m i t t e d u s e s o f e i t h e r t h e C o m m e r c i a l o r I n d u s t r i a l
z o n e s . T h e C i t y C o u n c i l , o n A p r i l 1 7 , 1 9 7 3 , c o n c u r r e d w i t h t h e
P l a n n i n g C o m m i s s i o n r e c o m m e n d a t i o n a n d t h e C o m m i s s i o n s e t p u b l i c
h e a r i n g f o r M a y 2 2 , 1 9 7 3 , t o s u g g e s t a n a m e n d m e n t t o t h e T e m p l e C i t y
Z o n i n g C o d e . T h e r e c o m m e n d a t i o n w a s t o p l a c e r e t a i l s a l e o f u p h o l s t e r y
f a b r i c s a n d s u p p l i e s a n d r e t a i l s a l e o f r u g s a n d c a r p e t s , e x c e p t
c l e a n i n g o f c a r p e t s , a s a p e r m i t t e d u s e i n t h e C � 1 z o n e , a n d f u r n i t u r e
r e p a i r a n d u p h o l s t e r y s h a l l b e p e r m i t t e d u s e i n t h e C � 2 z o n e .
T h e p u b l i c h e a r i n g w a s d e c l a r e d o p e n ,
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P L A N N I N G . C O M M I S S I O N M I N U T E S
M e e t i n g o f M a y 2 2 , 1 9 7 3 P A G E T W O
M r . D o n a l d E d w a r d s , 5 4 2 4 R o b i n h o o d , w a s c o n c e r n e d a b o u t t h e p o s s i �
b i l i t y o f h a v i n g c a r p e t s , r u g s a n d u p h o l s t e r y d i s p l a y e d o u t s i d e
i n f r o n t o f a s t o r e . H e w a s i n f o r m e d t h a t o u t d o o r d i s p l a y o f
m e r c h a n d i s e i s n o t p e r m i t t e d i n C � 1 o r C � 2 z o n e s .
T h e r e b e i n g n o o n e e l s e t o s p e a k t o t h e i s s u e , C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n
m o v e d t o c l o s e t h e p u b l i c h e a r i n g , s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r A t k i n s
a n d t h e m o t i o n c a r r i e d .
I n d i s c u s s i o n t h e C o m m i s s i o n e r s w e r e i n a g r e e m e n t t h a t
R e s o l u t i o n 7 3 - 4 9 5 P C r e f l e c t e d t h e i r d e s i r e s i n t h i s m a t t e r a n d w e r e
i n f a v o r o f r e c o m m e n d i n g a n a m e n d m e n t t o t h e z o n i n g c o d e t o t h e
C i t y C o u n c i l . C o m m i s s i o n e r A t k i n s m o v e d t o r e c o m m e n d t o t h e C i t y
C o u n c i l a n a m e n d m e n t t o t h e z o n i n g c o d e w h i c h w o u l d a d d r e t a i l
s a l e o f u p h o l s t e r y f a b r i c s a n d s u p p l i e s a n d r e t a i l s a l e o f r u g s a n d
c a r p e t s , e x c e p t c l e a n i n g o f c a r p e t s , a s p e r m i t t e d u s e s i n t h e C � 1
z o n e , a n d f u r n i t u r e r e p a i r a n d u p h o l s t e r y a s a p e r m i t t e d u s e i n t h e
C - 2 z o n e . M o t i o n w a s s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n a n d c a r r i e d .
A s s t . C i t y A t t o r n e y W h i t e r e a d t i t l e t o R e s o l u t i o n N o . 7 3 � 4 9 9 P C , A
R E S O L U T I O N O F T H E P L A N N I N G C O M M I S S I O N O F T H E C I T Y O F T E M P L E C I T Y
R E C O M M E N D I N G T O T H E C I T Y C O U N C I L T H E A D D I T I O N O F N E W P A R A G R A P H 2 1 A
T O S U B S E C T I O N A O F S E C T I O N 9 3 9 0 A N D T H E A D D I T I O N O F N E W P A R A G R A P H S
3 2 A A N D 3 9 A T O S U B S E C T I O N A O F S E C T I O N 9 3 9 9 . 1 O F T H E T E M P L E C I T Y
M U N I C I P A L C O D E R E L A T I N G T O P E R M I T T E D U S E S I N T H E C - 1 A N D C � 2 Z O N E S
O F T H E C I T Y . C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n m o v e d t o w a i v e f u r t h e r r e a d i n g
a n d a d o p t , s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r A t k i n s a n d t h e m o t i o n c a r r i e d .
7 . P U B L I C H E A R I N G : Z O N E C H A N G E C A S E N O . 7 3 - 3 9 4
C . R a y a n d B e u l a h L . J o h n s t o n )
1 0 0 2 7 E a s t G r e e n S t r e e t , T e m p l e C i t y )
L o u i s e M . I n g r a m )
5 3 1 7 Z a d e l l A v e n u e , T e m p l e C i t y )
M a y b e l l e T h o m p s o n )
5 3 1 2 B a l d w i n A v e n u e , T e m p l e C i t y )
H o w a r d R . a n d D o r o t h y V . S p o t t s )
1 0 0 3 4 E a s t O l i v e S t r e e t , T e m p l e C i t y )
T h o m a s F . a n d D a r T y n e F . M c I l r o y )
1 0 0 4 0 E a s t O l i v e S t r e e t , T e m p l e C i t y ) O w n e r s
R i c h a r d a n d E v e J a n d a )
5 3 2 5 N o r t h Z a d e l l A v e n u e , T e m p l e C i t y )
W i l l i a m R . a n d M i l d r e d C . B o r e n )
1 3 0 6 S o u t h H i g h l a n d , A r l i n g t o n H e i g h t s , I l l i n o i s )
J a m e s B a l d w i n - B a l d w i n B u i l d e r s )
4 3 0 0 C a m p u s D r i v e , N e w p o r t B e a c h , C a , )
J a m e s B a l d w i n B a l d w i n B u i l d e r s A p p l i c a n t
4 3 0 0 C a m p u s D r i v e , N e w p o r t B e a c h
S i t e : . 1 0 0 3 4 a n d 1 0 0 4 0 O l i v e S t r e e t , o n t h e s o u t h s i d e o f
O l i v e S t r e e t , a n d f r o m t h e v a c a n t p a r c e l n o r t h e r l y
o f 5 2 1 4 B a l d w i n A v e n u e t h r o u g h 5 3 1 2 B a l d w i n A v e n u e ,
o n t h e e a s t s i d e o f B a l d w i n A v e n u e , a n d 1 0 0 2 7 a n d
1 0 0 3 1 G r e e n S t r e e t , o n t h e n o r t h s i d e o f G r e e n
S t r e e t , a n d a p p r o x i m a t e l y t h e w e s t e r l y h a l f o f t h e
r e a l p r o p e r t y l o c a t e d a t 5 3 1 1 , 5 3 1 7 a n d 5 3 2 5 Z a d e l l
A v e n u e , o n t h e w e s t s i d e o f Z a d e l l A v e n u e ,
T h e ' P l a n n i n g D i r e c t o r s t a t e d t h e a p p l i c a n t r e q u e s t s a c h a n g e o f z o n e
f r o m R - 1 , S i n g l e F a m i l y r e s i d e n t i a l t o R - 3 , H e a v y M u l t i p l e r e s i d e n t i a l .
H e g a v e t h e z o n i n g h i s t o r y , s t a t i n g t h e a r e a i n v o l v e d h a s a l w a y s b e e n
A � 1 ( a g r i c u l t u r a l a n d r e s i d e n t i a l ) o r R � 1 , a n d t h e n g a v e f a c t u a l d a t a
o n t h e s u b j e c t p r o p e r t y a n d r e a d t h e a p p l i c a n t ' s s t a t e m e n t s , a l l
m a t e r i a l o n f i l e i n t h e P l a n n i n g D e p a r t m e n t . F u r t h e r , t h e P l a n n i n g
D i r e c t o r s a i d t h e G e n e r a l P l a n s u g g e s t s t h i s a r e a f o r m e d i u m d e n s i t y
d e v e l o p m e n t o f a b o u t 7 t o 1 5 d w e l l i n g u n i t s p e r a c r e . P r e s e n t l y t h e
s t a f f h a s n o t a p p r o v e d o r d i s a p p r o v e d a n y p l a n f o r d e v e l o p m e n t .
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Meeting of May 22, 1973 PAGE THREE
Planning Technician Burnham explained the exhibits, the first of which
1111 showed a vicinity map with the properties included in the zone change request
outlined. He said that, if the Planning Commission approves the request,
it IS the S;taffi:s; suggestion that the three properties at the corner of
Baldwin and Green, not presently included, be changed to R °3 also. He
briefly referred to the renderings and plans for a proposed development
if the zone change request is granted.
IIIDirector Dragicevich again addressed the Commission, saying the applicant
had submitted an environmental impact report, although staff has final
responsibility for preparation of this report. In reviewing the applicant's
report he said staff differed with the applicant in that the proposed zone
change would have substantial impact on the environment. There are two
school districts involved in the subject property, Arcadia and El Monte,
The Los Angeles County Fire Department has been contacted, as well as the
California - American Water Company to determine if there are at present,
ample facilities for an R °3 development in this area. In both instances
the agencies stated the facilities were adequate, with a 12" main on Olive,
and 8" main on Baldwin, and a fire flow of 2200 to 2500 gallons per minute.
If the zone change request is granted, and R-3 zoning occurs, there will be
an increased demand for utilities and sanitation facilities. If the
anticipated development is connected to existing sewer lines it would ex-
ceed design capacity of these lines. There is., however, ,a trunk line of
•the Sanitation District on Baldwin Avenue to which the sewer system could
be connected without any negative effect.
In conclusion, the Planning Director said the staff felt a change of zone
would result in an R °3 development which would increase residential density,
demand for city services and utilities, traffic volume and noise level.
Before opening the public hearing, Asst, City Attorney White, at the re-
quest of Chairman Garvin, informed those present of the public hearing
procedures, and the criteria to be considered, by State law, in granting
a zone change.
Chairman Garvin announced that he wished to disclose that the company where
he is employed furnishes considerable amount of materials to the applicant
in this case; however, he felt he could be fair and objective in consider-
ing the case at hand.
Commissioner Atkins asked the maximum number of units that could be built
in the subject area under R °3 zoning, and Director Dragicevich said 220
units would be the maximum. He went on to say that the threeflots on the
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northwest corner of Baldwin Avenue and Green. Street should be made a part
of the zone change if approved by the Planning Commission, as a matter of
good zoning, and to avoid spot zoning. Lot 15, 5301 Zadell, is not in-
cluded as it is a flag lot and this creates a handicap in the physical
development of the parcel to the rear of 5301 Zadello
The public hearing was declared open.
Mr. James Baldwin, applicant, 4300 Campus Drive, Newport Beach, briefly
gave his local personal and professional background, stressing his corn=
pany's experience in building condominiums. Since there is no planned
unit development ordinance in the City, in order to build a condominium
he had to go through a zone change procedure. He asked the City Attorney
if some procedure could be set in motion whereby, if the requested zone
change were recommended to the City Council, second reading could be with°
Iheld until plans for the proposed project were approved, or final maps
recorded. In other cities, he continued, there are various procedures
so that the city can approve the project prior to changing the zone.
Attorney White said this is a possibility, but presently there is no such
procedure in effect in this City. However, it is not appropriate to dis-
cuss the development or types of buildings at this time.
•Mr. Baldwin continued by discussing the density his company proposed for
the subject area, which would be 15 units to the acre, or 89 units for the
entire project. In this subject area are many large lots and , in many
instances, the property owners have outgrown the need for this much land
and are eager to either sell all or part of it. The condominiums would
have an irregular shape. His company's condominiums have a good market
acceptance and are an asset to the community. The average number of
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people, experience has shown, occupying a unit are less than two. It
0 is estimated that seventy, percent of the units will be sold to people
currently living in Temple City, indicating that there is a need for
this type of accommodations. Open space, including the driveways,
will account for 60% of the area. There is no vehicular access to Green
Street. The project will have full- grown, mature landscaping.
John H. McKim, 5 125 Baldwin Avenue, speaking in favor, has a lot 60 x 138
ft., and he said there was no possibility of using a part of his lot - it
IIIwas waste land, and this was the case with many lots in that area. Baldwin
Avenue is a heavily traff i cked street and not conducive for R-1 development..
Speaking against:
Mr. Leland T i nkham, 10017 Green Street, said he had bought into an R-1
zone for permanent residence and not financial gain. He had no advance
knowledge of the proposed condominium project, and his, along with two
other parcels, were not included in it originally. These three parcels
would be surrounded by the project, which is a two -story development.
Since he first learned of the project, one of these parcels has been in-
cluded in the plan, leaving two single - family units left out. He was
concerned about the depreciation of his property should the development
be built, and as the project is now planned, he did not feel it met the
.Genera l Plan "aesthetically ". While he would lose his home 'i if a complete
block long plan were agreed upon, he did not believe he should be required
to sacrifice the value of his home,
Mr. Vincent G. Bittner, 5404 Robinhood Avenue, presented a petition signed
by 120 property owners who received notice of the hearing, asking continu-
ance of the hearing to allow the interested parties "reasonable opportunity
to consider the application in light of its probable impact on surrounding
properties". Mr. Bittner stated he had authored and participated in the
circulation of the petition.
IMr. Bittner then presented a petition signed by 141 persons who received
notice of the hearing, objecting to the zone change on the ground that,
if it is approved "the possible uses would adversely affect the residen-
tial character of the surrounding area, as would any other type of high
density residential use ". He had also authored and helped circulate this
petition. Mr. Bittner was confused about comments by the Planning Director
with reference to the Environmental Impact Report submitted by the applicant,
which were not within the confines of the criteria for considering a zone
change. Attorney White said the California Environmental Quality Act sets
forth its own criteria for the report. Comments by the Planning Director
IIIIwere informational only; in this case the City Council was the body that
would make the decision on the Environmental Impact Report. Regarding the
request for continuance of the case, Chairman Garvin said it would be con -
sidered, but others in the audience might not be able to return for the next
meeting and he considered it only fair to give them an opportunity to speak
at this time, and then the Commission would consider a decision on a con-
tinuance of the case.
Mr. Dan Edwards, 5424 Robinhood, had just experienced a- situation where he
was forced to move because higher density projects taking over his property.
He said he had experienced financial loss then, and was concerned now. He
spoke about the increase of traffic on Baldwin Avenue, increase of children
in the schools, increased use of Live Oak Park, and the type of people and
problems that would arise if the proposed zone change is approved.
Mr. Robert Fiedler, 10063 E. Olive Street, said that, except for three small
commercial developments and an apartment building, this area, for many
blocks in any direction, is composed of single - family homes, schools and
parks. If the zone change is approved, he feared it would lead to further
high - density rezoning and enlarging of the commercial areas. He would pre-
fer that the area remain "status quo ", or that the larger lots be developed
with single-family "homes. In his opinion the plans for the proposed project
were not aesthetically pleasing. Areas with single family residences, he
continued, have a lower crime rate.
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Mr. Robert Gannon, 5351 Na Zadell Avenue, expressed concern about the
entrances and exits from the proposed condominium onto Baldwin and the
traffic congestion that the increased residential density would engender.
He also stated that the General Plan proposed a residential density of
7 to 15 units per acre, but only for the lots facing Baldwin Avenue, not
including the lots facing Zadell Avenue. The Director explained that the
General Plan was not specific as it did not indicate lot lies and local
streets as boundaries of proposed land uses and densities, and that the
density of the proposed development is compatible with the General Plana
Mrs. Lorraine Kobett, 10140 Olive Street, said the present zoning in the
City had been determined by the Planning Commission after many hours of
deliberation and should remain as is. The area involved is primarily a
single-family residential area and it should continue that way,
Mr. Dick Lucas, 5301 Zadell Avenue, said the proposed project should have
more regular lines rather than "jerrymandering" around many properties.
It would surround his property and violate his privacy, and he would be
landlocked. He further felt the project would violate the environmental
impact requirements because 80 full -grown trees would be removed, there
would be an increase in concrete, and there would be an increase in water
runoff with no adequate drainage. Further, the project would put in 90
families in an area now occupied by 13 families, or seven times as many
4111 people, with the accompanying increase in garbage, trash and noise. He
concluded by saying the project would be detrimental to Temple City and
the property owners. He was informed that the Planning Commission does
not approve or disapprove the impact report, and the sketches and render-
ings are not a part of the hearing m only the three criteria as outlined
by the City Attorney.
Mr. Albert Williams, 10026 Green Street, informed the Commission that
Green Street is a private street, never having been dediicated. There is
no gutter for water run-off and there is a water problem now, which will
increase with the proposed project. There are no curbs and no storm
drains.
Mrs, Kay Gannon, 5351 Zadell Avenue, said a zone variance application in
1962 for apartments was denied on Olive and a-zone change was denied in
1934 in that area, which actions encouraged the Gannons to improve their
property considerably. This area is beautiful and she would like it to
remain as it is.
Mr. Arthur Lochte, 10021 E. La Rosa Drive, was concerned about the increase
in traffic, the power 11:nes, traffic access onto Baldwin Avenue, increase
• of students in local schools.
Mr. Leland Tinkham, 10017 Green Street, called attention to the General
Plan available to the public at the City Hall.
In rebuttal:
Mr, James. Baldwin, 4300 Campus Drive, Newport Beach, outlined the parking
facilities in the proposed project which should be adequate to preclude
any on- street parking; run-off of water would be into a large storm drain
on Baldwin Avenue, Regarding Mr, Lucas' comment of "jerrymandering" the
project, he would like to include this property in the project, and has
tried to do so for a long time, and made a very good offer to Mr, Lucas,
but they were unable to come to terms. Regarding the initial zoning
IIIapplied to the City at time of incorporation, he said he was involved in
that activity, and there was an R-3 overlay along Baldwin Avenue. Regard-
ing the increase in traffic, it would be minimal, and the hazards for
children would be negligible. In answer to the charge that these units
would be two-story ones, they would be scaled down and lower than some two-
story dwellings. With reference to the increase in noise resulting from a
condominium development, he said that, in order to see how quiet a project
such as this is, whenever one thinks the noise level is the greatest, a
1111 person can walk through the Temple Townhouse on Temple City Boulevard. Con-
dominiums generate very few school -age children, he continued, so there
would be little increase in the schools,
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The proposal is consistent with the General Plan, Mr. Baldwin continued.
tatistically, the people who will buy into this condominium already live
the area. All utilities will be underground. Staff pointed out that
condominium is a subdivision and is required to underground utilities.
A recess was declared at 9:20, and the meeting was resumed at 9:30 p.m.
Chairman Garvin announced that, because of the size of the project and
the effect it may have on all interested parties, the request should be
II[given consideration by a full commission, and it was his suggestion that
would be proper to continue the matter to the next regular meeting. The
bsent Commissioners - would have an opportunity to read the minutes, listen
to tapes and view the exhibits.
Commissioner Atkins moved to continue Zone Change Case 73-394 as a continued
open public hearing to the next Planning Commission meeting on June 12, 1973.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Lawson and carried,
Chairman Garvin announced the hearing would be resumed on June 12, 1973,
7:30 p. m. in the Council Chambers, and that it would not be repot i ced.
Mr. Robert :: Fiedler, 10063 E. Olive Street, questioned the propriety of
exhibiting plans for the condominium when reference to a specific project
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is not acceptable at the hearing. Chairman Garvin stated their display
is in error and would be absent from the continued hearing, to comply
th the new State regulations pertaining to zone change hearings.
Mr. James Baldwin, 4300 Campus Drive, Newport Beach, asked that considera-
tion be given, his suggestion to develop another approach for condominium
projects in this City rather than via a zone change. He did not request
nor seek a change of zone, only the right to build condominiums. However,
if there was concern about the type of project that would be built follow-
ing the zone change, then the final reading of the zone change ordinance
Iould be withheld pending approval of the final tract map or of the project.
e was instructed to approach the City Council in this matter, if and when
he case was before the. Council.
8. COMMUNICATIONS
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A. City Council referral re. Los Angeles County
Fire Department Requirements for Multistory
;Structures
Director Dragicevich stated the County Engineer
informed him that this matter has not been pre-
sented to the Board of Supervisors, but had been
postponed. The Commission has the alternatives
of either studying this matter or waiting until
we hear from the County. Chairman Garvin felt
it was important to the community and asked staff
to research surrounding communities regarding their
requirements, and then include this item for the
next study session.
B. Knights of Columbus m Request for Conditional
Use Permit.- 9677 Las Tunas Drive - for use as
Lodge and Meeting Hall
Mr. Leon Mott, 8242 Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia,
explained the property had been purchased 32 years
ago, at which time it was zoned C °2. Just recently
his organization learned it had been rezoned C-1,
and lodges and meeting halls are not permitted in
that zone. His organization has been in the area
for 25 years and finally acquired a place for meet-
ings; however, the present tenant has another year's
lease on the property, after which time the Knights
would like to use it as a lodge and meeting ha l 1.
The City Attorney stated a zone change would be spot
zoning and that the only thing the Planning Commission
can do is to consider this matter at a study session
whether to amend the C °1 zone's permitted uses. Chair-
man Garvin instructed staff to assemble some data
on the subject prior to that time.
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C. Public Hearing Notice ° Los Angeles Regional
Planning Commission ° Zoning Case 5985-(5)
Director.Dragicevich said the property involved
is at the northeast corner of Rosemead Boulevard
and Duarte Road, the hearing was held on May 16,
1973, for a change of zone from C °1 to R'3, and
the request had been granted. This property, he
added, is outside the City's sphere of influence.
. Public Hearing Notice on Los Angeles County
General Plan
The Planning Director stated the hearings would
take place on May 30, 31, and June 1, 1973, 9 :30
a.m. at the Board of Supervisors Hearing Room,
500 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, and he hoped
the Commissioners would make a sincere effort to
attend.
9. TIME:FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK No one came forward,
10. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
A. Possible public nuisance
9861 Lower Azusa Road and
4861 Agnes Avenue
The Planning Technician explained these properties.,
had separate owners, who were related. There is an
accumulation of trash and debris, discarded furni-
ture and a camper shell stored in the front yard
and the premises are generally neglected at 8861
Lower Azusa Road, and an overgrowth of weeds and
neglect of premises, at 4861 Agnes. Staff recommended
the Commission set public hearing for June 26, 1973,
to determine the existence of a public nuisance on
both properties. The owner of 9861 Lower Azusa Road
had been contacted and there had been some improve-
ment, but far from adequate. Commissioner Atkins
moved to set public hearing for both properties for
the meeting on June 26, 1973, seconded by Commissioner
Lawson and the motion carried,
Asst. City Attorney read title to Resolutions 73 °500
and 73 °501PC, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY DECLARING ITS INTENT TO
CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE THE EXISTENCE
OF A PUBLIC NUISANCE. Commissioner Garvin moved to
waive further reading and adopt both resolutions.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Atkins and
carried.
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B. Planning Technician Burnham gave a report on the
code enforcement program.
C. Planning Technician Burnham referred to memo with
map attached, regarding letter received from owner
of the property at 4809 Hallowell requesting vaca-
tion of alley easement. Research indicates this
future alley exists along the rear of 5 lots in
Tract 15098, going northerly from Lower Azusa Road
245 ft. to a future alley - easement on a piece of
property located in the City of El Monte. If the
Planning Commission feels there is no need to re-
tain the future alley easement, such opinion should
be made known to the City Council who makes the
ultimate decisions on such matters. The Commiss.ionerp.
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were in agreement that this easement was set
aside in the past, and served no useful purpose
presently or in the foreseeable future. Com-
missioner Atkins moved to recommend to the City
Council that the future alley easement in dis-
cussion be abandoned. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Lawson and passed.
D. Chairman Garvin asked staff to check on the new
liquor store on Rosemead Boulevard, which had
been required to install a "no left turn" sign,
and had not done so yet. He was advised it was
ordered and the staff would follow through on it.
11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Commissioner Atkins moved to adjourn
to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission on June 12,
1973. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Lawson and carried. Meet-
ing adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
ATTEST:
Secretary
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