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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
D e c e m b e r 9 , 1 9 7 5
. C A L L T O O R D E R
C h a i r m a n A t k i n s c a l l e d t o o r d e r 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 a t 7 : 3 0 p . m . , N o v e m b e r 2 5 , 1 9 7 5 .
I 2 . P L E D G E O F A L L E G I A N C E
C h a i r m a n A t k i n s l e d 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 .
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 C l a r k , L a w s o n , S t a c y , A t k i n s
A b s e n t : C o m m i s s i o n e r B r e a z e a l
A l s o p r e s e n t : 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 A s s i s t a n t P l a n n e r R i c h a r d s .
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 e x c u s e C o m m i s s i o n e r B r e a z e a l f o r c a u s e ,
s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r C l a r k a n d t h e m o t i o n 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 - N o v e m b e r 2 5 , 1 9 7 5 :
" C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n c a l l e d a t t e n t i o n t o s e v e r a l o m i s s i o n s i n t h e m i n u t e s ,
a n d t h e y a r e h e r e w i t h i n c l u d e d f o r t h e r e c o r d :
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I t e m 3 o f t h e A g e n d a : " C o m m i s s i o n e r L a w s o n m a d e a m o t i o n , s e c o n d e d b y
C o m m i s s i o n e r B r e a z e a l a n d c a r r i e d , t o e x c u s e C o m m i s s i o n e r S t a c y ' s a b -
s e n c e f o r c a u s e . "
I t e m 4 o f t h e A g e n d a - A p p r o v a l o f M i n u t e s - M e e t i n g o f N o v e m b e r 1 1 ,
1 9 7 5 : " T h e r e D 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
B r e a z e a l m a d e a m o t i o n , s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r C l a r k a n d c a r r i e d , t o
a p p r o v e t h e m a s w r i t t e n . "
C o m m i s s i o n e r C l a r k m a d e a m o t i o n , 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 , t o
a p p r o v e t h e m i n u t e s o f t h e m e e t i n g o f N o v e m b e r 2 5 , 1 9 7 5 , a s c o r r e c t e d .
M o t i o n p a s s e d b y r o l l c a l l v o t e w i t h C o m m i s s i o n e r s C l a r k , L a w s o n a n d
A t k i n s v o t i n g f o r , a n d C o m m i s s i o n e r S t a c y a b s t a i n i n g .
5 . C O N T I N U E D P U B L I C H E A R I N G :
D E T E R M I N A T I O N O F E X I S T E N C E O F P U B L I C N U I S A N C E
6 1 1 7 S u l t a n a A v e n u e
T e m p l e C i t y , C a .
D i r e c t o r D r a g i c e v i c h g a v e a s t a f f r e p o r t s a y i n g t h a t n o s u b s t a n t i a l
c h a n g e w a s o b s e r v e d b y s t a f f o n t h e s u b j e c t p r o p e r t y . H e r e v i e w e d
w h a t p r o g r e s s h a d b e e n m a d e b y t h e p r o p e r t y o w n e r . I n s p e c t i o n w a s
m a d e o n D e c e m b e r 4 , 1 9 7 5 .
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T h e C o n t i n u e d P u b l i c H e a r i n g w a s o p e n e d . N o o n e c a m e f o r w a r d 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 S t a c y m a d e a m o t i o n , 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 , t o c l o s e P u b l i c H e a r i n g .
I n C o m m i s s i o n d i s c u s s i o n i t w a s t h e c o n c e n s u s o f t h o s e p r e s e n t t h a t
t h e C o m m i s s i o n h a d b e e n f a i r a n d p a t i e n t , t h e a c t i o n b y t h e p r o p e r t y
o w n e r h a s b e e n t o k e n i n n a t u r e a n d a n u i s a n c e e x i s t s . C o m m i s s i o n e r
L a w s o n m a d e a m o t i o n , s e c o n d e d b y C o m m i s s i o n e r S t a c y a n d c a r r i e d , t o
d e c l a r e t h e s u b j e c t p r o p e r t y a p u b l i c n u i s a n c e a n d o r d e r a b a t e m e n t
t h e r e o f .
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 7 5 - 6 6 3 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 D E T E R M I N G
4 1 1 T H E E X I S T E N C E O F A P U B L I C N U I S A N C E A N D R E C O M M E N D I N G A B A T E M E N T T H E R E O F .
C o m m i s s i o n e r S t a c y 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 C l a r k a n d t h e m o t i o n c a r r i e d .
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Meeting of December 9, 1975 PAGE TWO
•6 PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER RECOMMENDATION TO AMEND ZONING CODE
RELATING TO KENNELS, RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING
CENTERS
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The Planning Director explained that currently the Temple City Zoning
Code contains no definitions or has inadequate explanations on the
matter of kennels, restaurants and shopping centers. The Commission
had discussed these definitions at study sessions this past Fall, and
on November 11, 1975, set Public Hearing for this evening on the matter.
The Public Hearing was declared open, No one came forward to speak,
therefore Commissioner Lawson made a motion, seconded by Commissioner
Stacy and carried, to close Public Hearing.
Commissioner Lawson questioned the definition of fast food and take -
out restaurants, how one would classify a restaurant such as, for
instance, Carls, Jr., where most of the food is consumed on the premises.
Chairman Atkins said that it depends on what the bulk of the business is.
It was determined that there would be'no difference in the . license for the
various types of restaurants, but certain restaurants would require a
conditional use permit. The Coimiissioners were in agreement that the
proposed definitions reflected their thinking and discussions in study
session.
Commissioner Stacy moved to recommend to the City Council an amendment
to the Temple City Zoning Code to include definitions for kennels,
restaurants and shopping centers. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Lawson and carried.
Asst. City Attorney White read title to Resolution 75- 664PC, A RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY RECOMMENDING TO THE
CITY COUNCIL THE AMENDMENT OF THE TEMPLE CITY ZONING CODE RELATING TO
DEFINITIONS. Commissioner Stacy moved to waive further reading and adopt,
seconded by Commissioner Lawson and the motion carried.
7. PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
MINOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 75 -02
Dillman & Dillman )
311 Walnut )
Costa Mesa, California )
John E. Orsi, et al ) Owners
124 W. Arthur )
Arcadia, California )
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Dillman & Dillman - Applicant
311 Walnut
Costa Mesa, California
Site: 5304 -6 Welland Avenue and
10919 Freer Street
Zone: R -1, Light Multiple Residential
The Planning Director explained that the applicant proposes to effect
a minor lot line adjustment between two contiguous parcels. He ex-
plained the plot plan marked Exhibit "A" showing proposed Tentative
Parcel Map with proposed lot line adjustment and the existing property
lines for Parcels 1 and 2, and the factual data on the subject property
and adjacent area. He continued by saying that a recommendation had been
received from the City Engineer regarding reserving an easement for the
sewer, which he pointed out on Parcel 1 of Tentative Parcel Map No 556.
It was explained to the Commission that the case could not be considered
• as a Minor Lot Line Adjustment inasmuch as that portion of the City's
Code had inadvertently been deleted by adoption of the new Subdivision
Ordinance, However, the new Subdivision Ordinance permits the Planning
Commission to waive the requirement for applicant to file a Final Parcel
Map. He concluded the report by saying a Negative Declaration had been
filed on this matter as no adverse impact on the environment would result
as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, because
of the project.
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MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 1975 PAGE THREE
In response to Chairman Atkins' question, the Director said the sewer
easement served only Parcel No. 1, and there is a separate line for Parcel
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2. He replied to Commissioner Stacy's question that no public works im-
provements were required for the duplex being built on Parcel No. 1 since such
improvements are not imposed on R -1 or R -2 zoned properties.
Mr. Jim Dillman, 311 Walnut, Costa Mesa, representing applicants, and owner
of Parcel No. 1, said the proposed lot adjustment would eliminate a useless
Iparcel on which nothing could be built. He intends to landscape his property
when the improvements are completed, and will be able to do it properly with
the line adjustment as proposed.
Mr. John Orsi, 124 W. Arthur, Arcadia, owner of Parcel No. 2, was in favor
of the lot line adjustment, but questioned if the owner could rebuild if the
existing improvements were destroyed as the lot is substandard. He was in-
formed he could rebuild to the limits of 50% lot coverage along with setback
requirements.
In Commission discussion it was the concensus that the proposed lot line
adjustment would be beneficial to both property owners and the City, and
would also straighten out an ackward configuration. Commissioner Lawson
made a motion to approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 556 and waive the filing
of Final Parcel Map upon the express finding of the Planning Commission
glithat the proposed division of land complies with requirements as to area,
improvement and design, flood water drainage control, appropriate improved
public roads, sanitary disposal facilities, water supply availability and
environmental protection. Commissioner Stacy seconded the motion and it carriec
Asst. City Attorney White read title to Resolution 75- 665PC, A RESOLUTION OF
THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP 556. Commissioner Stacy made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Clark
and carried, to waive further reading and adopt.
8. PUBLIC HEARING ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 75 -457
Temple City Community
Redevelopment Agency et al - Owners
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Temple City Community Redevelopment Agency
and the City of Temple City - Applicant
8918,8922 -8926 East Wedgewood Street and
8913 through 89492 East Broadway, and
vacated portions of Live Oak Avenue and
Wedgewood Street located 337,31 ft. westerly
of the centerline of Rosemead Boulevard.
Zone: R -1, Single Family residential and
R -3, Heavy Multiple residential
Director Dragicevich gave the staff report, saying that it is proposed
to change the zone from R -1, Single Family, and R -3, Heavy Multiple
residential to C -2, General Commercial. The subject area is located
in Parcel "B" of the Rosemead Boulevard Redevelopment Project, which
is the site for retail commercial development. An Environmental Impact
Report, relating to the proposed shopping center, was certified by the
Community Redevelopment Agency on March 28, 1975.' No significant changes
have taken place since that date to supplement or require preparation of
a new Environmental Impact Report. The Director gave the factual data
on the property, summarized the zoning history, the circulation, and
said the General Plan of the City portrays the subject area as suitable
for commercial development. The staff recommends the change of zone
from R -1 and R -3 to C -2 for the reasons that the proposed site had
adequate access for commercial development, the proposed zone change is
compatible with existing development in the vicinity and with the General
Plan and Redevelopment Plan.
The Public Hearing was declared open.
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Karl L. Koski, Executive Director of the Community Redevelopment Agency,
requested the Planning Commission's favorable consideration of rezoning
• as outlined by the Planning Director.. This change will enable the program
of work in the Rosemead Redevelopment Project to continue and bring zoning
into conformance with the Project plan.
No oneelse cane forward'tosp eak either in favor or opposition, therefore Com-
missioner Lawson made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Stacy and carried,
to close Public Hearing.
In closed discussion the Commissioners were in agreement that this zone
change is an on -going step that has to betaken in the redevelopment project,
and is consistent with the Environmental Impact Report, public interest and
General Plan.
Commissioner Stacy moved to recommend a change of zone from R -1 and R -3 to
C -2 in Zone Change Case 75 -457, as the proposed site has adequate access
and is otherwise suitable for commercial development., is compatible
with existing development in the vicinity and with the General Plan of the
City and the Redevelopment Plan. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Lawson
and carried.
Asst. City Attorney White read title to Resolution 75- 666PC, A RESOLUTION
• OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY RECOMMENDING TO THE
CITY COUNCIL A CHANGE OF ZONE IN ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 75 -457. Commissioner
Lawson made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Stacy and carried, to waive
further reading and adopt.
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9. PUBLIC HEARING: ZONE VARIANCE CASE NO. 75 -458
L. M. and Mary Franco - Owner /Applicant
4906 North Agnes Avenue
Temple City 91780
Site: 4906 North Agnes Avenue
Zone: R -1, Single Family Residential
Director Dragicevich gave the staff report, saying the applicant pro-
poses to enclose an existing covered patio with less than the required
rear yard setback. He reviewed the plot plan marked Exhibit "A" which
shows existing and proposed development, gave the factual data on the
subject property and surrounding area, and reviewed the staff proposals
if the Commission grants the request. A Negative Declaration of En-
vironmental Impact has been prepared as the request would have no adverse
effect on the environment.
The Public Hearing was declared open.
Mr. Louis M. Franco, 4906 N, Agnes, said a contractor had built the
open patio last year, and this year he wanted to screen it in and -came
to the Building Department before he proceeded. The City Hall staff
had been most helpful. He intended to screen only the upper portion
of the patio, and have solid enclosure up to 40" from the ground as it
would be safer for his grandchildren.
Mr. Edward Rice, 4908 N. Agnes Avenue, whose property abuts the pro-
posed enclosed patio, said he had no objection to the request.
There being no one else to speak to the issue, Commissioner Lawson
made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Stacy and carried, to close
Public Hearing.
In closed discussion the Commissioners concurred that the house, being
oriented to the north, and the fact that this is a land - locked parcel,
causes unusual -circu tances. The granting of the request would not have
any adverse effect on surrounding properties or contrary to the General
Plan. It would be difficult to expand the residential structure in any
other configuration.
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MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 1975 PAGE FIVE
Commissioner Stacy moved to grant the zone variance in Case No. 75 -458
• as the house is, in fact, oriented to the north, the property has
limited access, the variance would not have an adverse effect on the
public welfare and other property in the vicinity or on the General
Plan. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Lawson and carried.
Asst. City Attorney White read title to Resolution 75- 667PC, A RESOLUTION
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY GRANTING VARIANCE
IN CASE NO. 75 -458. Coniuiissioner Lawson moved to waive further reading
and adopt, seconded by Commissioner Stacy and the motion carried.
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10. COMMUNICATIONS - There were none.
11. TIME FOR. THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK
Mr. Ron Guffy, 2330 E. Del Mar, Pasadena,said the organization he repre-
sents, H. & R. Block, Inc., Income Tax Consultants, wished to locate at
9605 Las Tunas Boulevard, however, checking with the City, he learned
that the zoning would not permit this use. Chairman Atkins informed
him that the C -1 zone, applicable to that address, was established for
retail businesses and the Commission had worked closely with the Chamber
of Commerce in developing permitted uses for that zone. He suggested
Mr. Guffy should contact the Chamber of Commerce Business Committee and
get their input regarding the location of the requested use.
12. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
(a) Set Public Hearing to Consider
Amendment. to Zoning Code
Development Standards for R -3 and R -4 zones
(b) Set Public Hearing to Consider
Amendment to Zoning Code
Appropriate Zoning for Adult Business
Commissioner Stacy moved to set both items for Public Hearing for Janu-
ary 13, 1976. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Lawson and carried.
(c) Garage and Yard Sales
Chairman Atkins said that, at the Mayor's Meeting recently, the subject
of yard sales was discussed, and he would like to have a study session
to explore this item further. City Manager Koski said the City Council
• may put a draft of an ordinance on first reading and report the matter
back to the Planning Commission, The Council is anxious to move ahead
on it.
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(d) Zoning of Vacated Streets
City Manager Koski suggested the Commission, at a study session
the possibility of an ordinance change, similar to an ordinance
communities, where the vacated street assumes the_zoning of sur
property. The Commissioners were in favor of putting this item
next study session agenda, to be scheduled early. in'1976.
13. ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business, Commissioner Lawson made a motion, at
8:35 p.m., to adjourn the meeting. Motion was seconded • Commissioner
Clark and carried.