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Agenda | 2

PUBLIC HEARINGS

8. Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18

Address:

11359 Coffield Avenue

Request:

A request to expand an existing religious facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel area and converting an existing garage to storages space. The property is located in the C-1 (Limited Commercial) zone. The request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).

CEQA Determination:

Class 3 Exemption – New Construction or Conversion of small structures

Case Planner:

Philip Coronel, Contract Planner

Recommendation:

Adopt resolution and approve subject to conditions.

Resolution: 3500

9. Study Session on the Rurban Homestead Overlay District (RHOD)

Address:

Citywide

Request:

On June 21, 2016, the City Council adopted a Moratorium for the RHOD prohibiting certain development applications including new two-story dwellings, second-story additions, new subdivisions, and new dwellings that would result in more than one dwelling on a property. As directed by City Council, staff has been working with the RHOD Advisory Committee and held a neighborhood workshop on November 15, 2017 to develop regulations and development standards for the area. A Study Session was also held with the Planning Commission on February 13, 2018.

Case Planner:

Betty Donavanik, Senior Planner

Recommendation:

Receive recommendations from staff and direct staff to return to the Planning Commission at a public hearing with a resolution and draft ordinance for City Council consideration.

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA MARCH 22, 2018

Agenda | 3

REGULAR AGENDA

10. Director’s Report Appointment of Modification Committee Chairperson and Alternate.

11. City Attorney’s Report

12. Commissioner Comments

NEXT SCHEDULED CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 7:00 P.M. City Hall East – City Council Chambers

Availability of staff reports: Copies of the staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business described hereinabove are on file in the offices of the Planning Division, City Hall West, 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California, 91731. These documents are available for public inspections during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., except legal City holidays. You may also call the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626 for information.

Individuals with special needs: The City of El Monte wishes to assist individuals with special needs. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable us to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. [28 Code of Federal Regulations 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]

General explanation of how the meeting is conducted: 1. The staff report is presented by City Planning staff. 2. The City Planning Commissioners ask questions if necessary for clarification. 3. The City Planning Commission Chair opens the public hearing. 4. The applicant makes a presentation to the City Planning Commission. 5. Individuals speaking in favor of the project address the Commission. 6. Individuals speaking against the project address the Commission. 7. The applicant responds to project opponents. 8. The public hearing is closed. 9. City Planning Commission members discuss the project. 10. City Planning Commission members vote on the project. 11. At the next scheduled Commission meeting, which is usually two weeks after the hearing, a resolution confirming the Commission action will be adopted. 12. Any interested party who disagrees with the City Planning Commission decision may appeal the Commission’s

decision to the City Council within 10 calendar days of the adoption of the resolution. Any appeal filed must be directed to the City Clerk’s Office and must be accompanied by a fee of $1,535.64. Any individual that received notice of this meeting from the City of El Monte will receive notice of an appeal, if one is filed.

March 6, 2018 MEETING MINUTES | 1

PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES

ACTION MINUTES FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2018 AT CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS

11333 VALLEY BOULEVARD, EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA 1. Call Meeting to Order – Meeting was called to order by Chairperson Nuño at 7:12 p.m.

2. Flag Salute – The Flag Salute was led by Vice-Chair Morales.

3. Roll Call

Commissioners present: Morales, Nuño, Peralta, Baker (arrived late) Staff present: City Planner Mikaelian Economic Development Senior Manager Martinez Senior Planner Donavanik Deputy Assistant City Attorney Vasquez 4. Commission Disclosures: None. 5. Public Comments: None.

CONSENT CALENDAR 6. Approval of Consent Calendar Items No. 6 & 7 Action minutes from the Planning Commission Meeting from February 13, 2018 and Modification Committee Minutes from February 13, 2018.

Motion: by Commissioner Peralta to approve consent calendar items No. 6 & 7, seconded by Vice-Chair Morales. Motion carried 3-0.


PUBLIC HEARINGS None

REGULAR AGENDA

8. Conformity Review Committee No. 01-17

On December 8, 2015, the Planning Commission approved Design Review No. 03-14 to remodel an existing 31,285 square foot office building at the southwest corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Valley Mall. The remodel is now complete and the building is ready for occupancy. The applicant proposes to occupy 11,527 square feet of the ground floor space with a private high school and the remaining building square footage with office and medical service space. Per the Gateway Specific Plan, schools and certain types of offices require Planning Commission review and approval for property at 3629 Santa Anita Avenue, El Monte, Ca. Motion: by Commissioner Baker to approve Conformity Review Committee No. 01-17, with the following added and/or amended conditions, seconded by Vice-Chair Morales. Motion carried 4-0.

CONDITIONS: Condition No. 1: The applicant shall work with staff on a parking plan if any spaces are

proposed to be designated for a specific tenant (Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18).

Condition No. 2: Bicycle parking shall be provided near the front or rear building entrance

(Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18). Condition No. 6: Students shall not leave campus during school hours unless they have

received permission from school officials, parents or guardians (Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18).

Condition No. 7: The applicant shall work with staff to designate a “drop-off/pick-up” area

(Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18). Condition No. 8: Bollards or other barriers should be installed to protect the building

entrances from vehicles (Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18). Condition No. 9: The applicant shall submit a security plan. Such plan shall include on-site

security personnel when students are present. The plan may also include measures to separate the school areas from common areas or other tenants (Added by the Planning Commission on 03/06/18).


9. Housing Element 2017 Annual Report The City of El Monte has completed the Housing Element Annual Reports for 2017. This report tracks housing construction and implementation of housing programs during the reporting period. The City Council adopted the “Vision El Monte” General Plan in 2011 and the Housing Element in 2013. Commissioner Baker Comments/Questions related to:

Is the City compliant with recent changes in housing laws? Staff informed the City is compliant to date and will be submitting the annual report prior to April 1st.

Why are there so few moderate housing levels? Staff informed that the report only tracks moderate units that are specifically restricted.

Commissioner Morales Comments/Questions related to: When will there be discussions on broader housing policies? Staff informed that broader

housing issues will be discussed as part of the next Housing Element Update (which is in the early phase).

Motion: by Commissioner Peralta to adopt resolution and recommend City Council approval of report and direct staff to transmit report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research and the State Department of Housing and Community Development, seconded by Vic-Chair Morales Motion carried 4-0.

10. Director’s Report – City Planner Mikaelian provided an update on construction hours of the Norm’s Restaurant. Mr. Mikaelian informed that since construction would not directly impact residential uses, no additional restrictions were placed (above what is in the City’s Noise Ordinance). Therefore, Saturday and Sunday construction is permitted.

City Planner Mikaelian reminded the commission of the following meeting schedule: March 13th – Regular Commission Meeting Cancelled March 22nd – Special Commission Meeting March 27th - Regular Commission Meeting Cancelled; Joint AB1234 training is scheduled

with the City Council at 6:00 p.m. at the Aquatics Center

11. City Attorney’s Report – None. 12. Commissioner Comments – Commissioner Peralta informed that there were four (4) palm trees on the Starbucks’s on Garvey Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue. Staff informed that other landscaping is also going to be installed. Chairperson Nuño thanked staff. Vice-Chair Morales reminded staff that the Garvey Square property fence is not closed/locked in the evenings. Staff advised that they have informed the applicant numerous times to close/lock the gate.


Commissioner Baker informed staff the LA County has trimmed excess brush and piled the brush on the south side of Peck Road Park adjacent to El Monte residents and believes that excess brush is now a nuisance. Staff replied that they would contact LA County to have it removed.

13. Adjournment

Meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

____________________________________ Planning Commission Chairperson Alfredo Nuño ___________________________________ Planning Commission Secretary Marcella Magdaleno

11359 Coffield Avenue CUP 01-18: Page 1

STAFF REPORT March 22, 2018 TO: CITY PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: MINH THAI ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR JASON C. MIKAELIAN, AICP CITY PLANNER BY: PHILIP CORONEL CONTRACT PLANNER SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-18 LOCATION: 11359 COFFIELD AVENUE APPLICANT/ OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CATHOLIC CHURCH PROPERTY OWNER: 11359 COFFIELD AVENUE EL MONTE, CA 91731

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTICLE 19 CATEGORICAL EXEMPTIONS – SECTION DETERMINATION: 15303 (CLASS 3 – NEW CONSTRUCTION OR

CONVERSION OF SMALL STRUCTURES) IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA).

RECOMMENDATION: ADOPT A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION AND APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-18 SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS

REQUEST A Conditional Use Permit is requested to expand an existing religious facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel area and converting an existing garage space to storage. The property is located in the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).


SUBJECT PROPERTY: Location: North of Ramona Blvd. between Orchard St. and Montecito Dr. General Plan: Neighborhood Commercial (FAR: 0.5) Zone: C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) Street Frontage: Coffield Avenue: 284 feet Property Size: 4.76 acres Existing Improvements:

13,250 SF Church; 6,376 SF Rectory/Offices

SURROUNDING PROPERTIES: General Plan: Zoning: Land Use: North: Medium Density Multiple

Family R-3 Multiple Family Residence

South: Neighborhood Commercial C-1 Parking Lot East: Medium Density Multiple

Family R-3 Single Family Residence

West: Medium Density Multiple Family

R-3 Single Family Residence

ZONING AND AERIAL PHOTO:


Exhibit 1(a): Proposed Chapel Site Plan

Exhibit 1(b): Proposed Garage Conversion Site Plan


Exhibit 2(a): Proposed Chapel Floor Plan

Exhibit 2(b): Proposed Garage Conversion to Storage Floor Plan


Exhibit 3(a): Proposed Exterior Chapel Elevation

Exhibit 3(b): Proposed Interior Chapel Elevation


DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROPOSAL: The subject property is improved with an existing 13,250 square foot religious facility and a 6,376 square foot rectory with offices. There are residential uses that are located directly north, east, and west of the subject property; and a parking lot to the south. The applicant is proposing to expand the existing church facilities by adding a 281 square foot chapel area. The applicant is also proposing to convert an existing 668 square foot garage adjacent to the church rectory and convert it into storage space. This action requires the following entitlement, Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18, to allow the proposed improvements to the existing site. Floor Plan/Occupancy Analysis The existing church facilities have been in operation before 1972. A church rectory was then constructed on the adjacent property in 1972. Since then, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church has been granted numerous Conditional Use Permits and Revisions to improve the site. The applicant is proposing a new 281 square foot chapel area that will be accessible from the main church and provide additional seating. The proposed use for this chapel is for adoration purposes only. This chapel will mainly serve as an auxiliary prayer/worship room that will provide 12 more seats for the church. The church’s main area will also be altered where six (6) rows of pews will be removed to accommodate choir seating and instrumental staging. Further improvements inside the main church will include a remodel to the shape of the existing altar. The applicant is also proposing to convert an existing 668 square foot garage adjacent to the church rectory (approved and constructed in 1972 – CUP 12-72) into a storage area. This proposed Conditional Use Permit is an addition to previously granted Conditional Use Permits and Revisions where all conditions will still be applicable. Staff believes that the proposed use will create negligible impacts to the neighborhood and that the conditions of approval will help preserve the neighborhood’s residential character. Site Access, Parking & Circulation The project site has frontage along Coffield Avenue, Orchard Street, Iris Lane, Ramona Boulevard, and Montecito Drive. The property contains 312 onsite parking spaces and offsite spaces including 40 City spaces along Iris Lane, and 180 parking spaces from the nearby Knights of Columbus and Laborer Union Local 300 parking lots in which the church has had an agreement with since 2008. The church and Rectory are all easily accessible from the major streets such as Coffield Avenue, Iris Lane, and Montecito Drive. The existing parking area contains existing landscape planters that will be conditioned for continued routine maintenance. The proposed expansion to the church will not change site access or circulation. Based on Section 17.08.090 of the EMMC, the current parking requirement for the property is 443 parking spaces; however, because the provided number of parking spaces exceeds the number of spaces required, the church expansion will not affect parking or


circulation. Since the proposed conversion of the garage into storage will remove three (3) spaces, three (3) parking spaces near the rectory will have to be dedicated to accommodate the Clergy who live in the rectory. Architectural Design The project site currently has an existing church that follows a Spanish design concept. The proposed chapel area addition will be painted to match the existing main church and have matching roof material and stained glass accents. Landscaping The applicant shall work with the City’s Landscape Technician to include a new landscaped planter adjacent to the new chapel addition. PROJECT ANALYSIS: 2011 General Plan Consistency The 2011 El Monte General Plan Land Use Element designation of the subject property is “Neighborhood Commercial” and allows for convenient, smaller-scale retail businesses in close proximity to neighborhoods. Permitted uses include small commercial businesses (grocers, laundromats, daycare centers, drug stores, etc.) that meet the needs of residents and do not generate substantial volumes of traffic. The proposed expansion of an existing church is therefore consistent with the General Plan, provided that a Conditional Use Permit is first approved by the Planning Commission. Zoning Code & Conditional Use Permit The site is zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial). Pursuant to Section 17.24.040 of the EMMC, “Churches, mosques, temples, synagogues, seminaries, temporary revivals or other places used for religious worship in any C, MMU or less restrictive zone” may be permitted in any zone, including the C-1 Zone, upon the granting of a Conditional Use Permit. Since this proposal is an intensification of an existing Church use, a new Conditional Use Permit is requested for the expansion of the religious facility. Reasonable conditions of approval have been placed on the use’s operations to address any potential impacts on surrounding properties. Development Standards Table 1 on the following page provides the development standards for the C-1 zone, and identifies whether the proposed project complies with each standard. The table has been prepared so that the Planning Commission may better understand the reasoning behind staff’s recommendation.


Table 1: Development Standards Development Standard

El Monte C-1 Zoning Code

Existing Building/Site

Meets Requirement?

Floor Area: 4.76± Acres 52,993± SF Yes

Setbacks:

Front (Coffield Ave.): 5’ 45’ Yes

Rear:

20’ 125’ Yes

Interior Side: 5’

5’ Yes

Parking: 436 spaces

Existing: 312 spaces (adjacent) Existing off site: 220 space Total Provided: 532 spaces

Yes

Conditions of Approval Staff recommends adding the conditions below for property maintenance and to further protect the adjacent residential neighborhood. General:

• All conditions from previously approved Conditional Use Permits and Revisions by Planning Commission shall continue to apply.

Parking: • Three (3) parking stalls shall be dedicated to members of the Clergy directly

adjacent to the church rectory. • Renew existing parking agreements with the Laborer’s International Union of

North America Local 300 and Knights of Columbus St. Christopher Council No. 3159.

Landscaping: • A new landscaping planter shall be added adjacent to the new chapel.

CITY REVIEW PROCESS: Staff and other City Departments and Divisions have reviewed the project through the City’s internal review process. This review process enables the various City


Departments and Divisions (i.e. Planning, Building, Public Works/Engineering, Police and Fire) to check development proposals for conformity with the provisions established in the City’s Municipal Code. Additionally, the review process ensures that each development proposal is designed to be compatible with any existing structures on-site and/or the neighboring properties. In turn, the quality and economic health of local residential, commercial and industrial districts are maintained. The concerns and/or conditions of all reviewing parties are included in the recommended conditions of approval. Public notices were mailed to all residents and property owners within a 300-foot radius of the subject property. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, this project is Categorically Exempt under Section 15303 (Class 3 - New construction or conversion of small structures) of the CEQA Guidelines, as amended. The proposed expansion would be located adjacent to an existing church facility with negligible expansion of the existing use. RECOMMENDED FINDINGS AND CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:

In order to approve the project, the Planning Commission is required to make certain findings. Section 6 of the draft resolution contains recommended findings and Section 7 contains conditions of approval for the Planning Commission’s consideration. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission evaluate the proposal and consider the following Actions:

1. Adopt a Categorical Exemption under Section 15303 (Class 3 – New construction or conversion of small structures) pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act and Guidelines, as amended; and

2. Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18 subject to the recommended Conditions of Approval contained in Section 7 of the attached Resolution or any other conditions that the Planning Commission may wish to impose.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Resolution No. 3500 B. Project Plans C. Public Hearing Notice, Radius Map, & Photo of Public Notice Posting

RESOLUTION NO. 3500| 1

RESOLUTION NO. 3500

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF EL MONTE, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 01-18 TO ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING RELIGIOUS FACILITY AND CONVERTING EXISTING GARAGE SPACE TO STORAGE IN THE C-1 (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL) ZONE, AND ADOPTING A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11359 COFFIELD AVENUE, EL MONTE, CALIFORNIA The Planning Commission of the City of El Monte, County of Los Angeles,

State of California, does hereby find, determine and resolve as follows:

SECTION 1 – PROJECT DESCRIPTION. On January 3, 2018, Our Lady

of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 11359 Coffield Avenue, El Monte, California, filed an

application for Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18. A Conditional Use Permit is

requested to expand an existing religious facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel

area and converting an existing 668 square foot garage space to storage. The subject

property is located in the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) zone. The request is made

pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code

(EMMC).

SECTION 2 - PUBLIC HEARING. The request is made pursuant to

Section 17.24.040 of the El Monte Municipal Code. The property is located at 11359

Coffield Avenue, El Monte, California, and described as follows, to-wit:

APN: 8568-025-021

Pursuant to which after due notice as required by law, a full and fair public hearing was

held to consider Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18 before this Commission on March


22, 2018, at which time all interested persons were given full opportunity to be heard

and present evidence.

SECTION 3 - ZONING. The site is located on the east side of Coffield

Avenue and Orchard Street and north of Ramona Boulevard. The property is improved

with an existing church facility. The surrounding zoning and land use of the adjacent

properties are as follows:

North: R-3 (Medium Density Multiple Family Residential) South: C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) East: R-3 (Medium Density Multiple Family Residential) West: R-3 (Medium Density Multiple Family Residential)

SECTION 4 - ENVIRONMENTAL. In accordance with the criteria and

authority contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970 and the

CEQA Guidelines as amended, staff has conducted the appropriate environmental

analysis and based on that assessment, the City has determined the project to be

Categorically Exempt (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures)

in accordance with the requirements of the State CEQA Guidelines. No further

environmental assessment is necessary.

SECTION 5 - GENERAL PLAN. The General Plan land use designation

is Neighborhood Commercial. The Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of the existing building is

approximately 0.26, which is below the permitted FAR or 0.5 for this land use

designation. The Neighborhood Commercial designation provides convenient, smaller-

scale retail businesses in close proximity to neighborhoods. Therefore, the proposed

development is consistent with the goals and policies of the 2011 El Monte General

Plan.


SECTION 6 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS. All necessary

findings for the granting of Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18 pursuant to Section

17.24.050 of the El Monte Municipal Code can be made in a positive manner and are as

follows:

A. The granting of such conditional use permit will not be detrimental to the public health or welfare or be injurious to the property or to improvements in such zone.

Finding of Fact: The approval of the Conditional Use Permit will allow the expansion of an existing religious facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel area and converting an existing 668 square foot garage space to storage. All operations will occur within the building. Conditions of approval have been imposed to ensure that the proposed occupancy will not increase the demand for public services or negatively impact the residential properties or residential land uses in the area.

B. The use applied for at the location is properly one for which a conditional use permit is authorized.

Finding of Fact: The site is zoned C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) and is developed with an existing church facility. Pursuant to Section 17.24.040(21) of the El Monte Municipal Code, the proposed occupancy and expansion of an existing church facility is permitted upon the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.

C. The site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said

uses; and that all yards, spaces, walls, fences, parking, loading, landscaping and other features required to adjust said use with the land and surrounding uses are provided.

Finding of Fact: The site, as developed, provides 312 onsite spaces and 220 existing offsite spaces. The current parking requirement calls for 442 parking spaces. The foregoing analysis, site-plan review, and input from other City Divisions assure compliance with these requirements.

D. The site abuts streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed uses. Finding of Fact: The site is served by Coffield Avenue, Orchard Street, Iris Lane, and Montecito Drive which are all classified as a local street and fulfills the standard design requirements for their classification. There are no proposed changes to the existing driveway and


no impacts are anticipated to the on-site circulation pattern. Since a part of this Conditional Use Permit is to convert an existing garage into storage space, the Church shall provide dedicated parking spots for the clergy in replacement to the converted garage.

E. The granting or such conditional use permit will not adversely affect the purpose,

goals, and policies of the 2011El Monte General Plan.

Finding of Fact: The General Plan land use designation of the subject property is Neighborhood Commercial. The Neighborhood Commercial designation provides convenient, smaller-scale retail businesses in close proximity to neighborhoods. Permitted uses include small commercial businesses that meet the needs of residents and do not generate substantial volumes of traffic. The proposed expansion of an existing religious facility would therefore be consistent with the General Plan, provided that a Conditional Use Permit is approved by the Planning Commission.


SECTION 7 - APPROVALS AND CONDITION. The Planning

Commission determines that the project is Categorically Exempt (Class 3 – New

Construction and Conversion of Small Structures) in accordance with the California

Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended, and

does hereby approve Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18 subject to the following

conditions:

General

1. The approval is for Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18 to allow the expansion of an existing church facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel area and converting an existing 668 square foot garage space to storage within the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) Zone.

2. All conditions from previously approved Conditional Use Permits and Revisions by Planning Commission shall continue to apply.

3. The approval shall be effective for a period of one (1) year from the date of final

approval by the City Planning Commission; unless the applicant has obtained building occupancy permits from the City for the proposed project or has timely requested an extension of time within which to procure building permits.

4. The strict adherence to the conditions contained herein shall be demonstrated at all

times. A failure to comply may be cause for a review by the Planning Commission for potential revocation of the use permit approved herein pursuant to EMMC Section 17.24.100 (Revocation).

5. All City and LA County Fire Department standards and conditions shall be

implemented prior to final inspection and prior to occupancy of the tenant space.

6. The applicant shall comply with the restroom and facility accessibility requirements as specified by Chapter 11 of the 2016 California Building Code.

7. All applicable conditions shall be met or deemed to have been addressed by Planning Division prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the building improvements.

Legal 8. By acceptance of the approval of the project by the City, the applicant shall defend,

indemnify, and hold harmless the City and its agents, officers, and employees from


any claim, action, or proceeding against the City or its agents, officers, and employees to challenge, set aside, void or annul the approval of the project from an action which may be brought within the time period provided for such actions or challenges under applicable law. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any claim, action, or proceeding and the City shall cooperate in any such defense.

Parking and Loading 9. Three (3) Parking stalls shall be dedicated to members of the Clergy directly

adjacent to the church rectory.

10. Renew existing parking agreements with the Laborer’s International Union of North America Local 300 and Knights of Columbus St. Christopher Council No. 3159 prior to occupancy.

Landscaping 11. The applicant shall work with the City’s Landscape Technician to add an additional

landscape planter adjacent to the new chapel. All existing and new landscaping shall be maintained in good condition.

Fire Department 12. All City and LA County Fire Department standards and conditions shall be

implemented prior to final inspection and prior to occupancy of the building.


SECTION 8 - PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL. The Secretary of

the City Planning Commission of the City of El Monte, California, shall certify to the

adoption of this resolution and shall cause a copy of the same to be forwarded to the

applicant.

________________________________

Alfredo Nuño, Chairperson ATTEST: ______________________________________ Marcella Magdaleno, Secretary El Monte City Planning Commission

STATE OF CALIFORNIA) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS: CITY OF EL MONTE)

I, Marcela Magdaleno, Secretary of the Planning Commission of the City of El

Monte, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a full, true, and correct copy

of Resolution No. 3500 adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of El Monte,

at a regular meeting by said Commission held on March 22, 2018 by the following

votes to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

________________________________ Marcela Magdaleno, Secretary El Monte City Planning Commission

12/04/2017 A2

A RESIDENTIAL 1 4,446 S.F.

B EXISTING RECTORY/ OFFICES 1 1930 S.F.

C CHURCH 1 13,250 S.F.

D HALL 1 5,767 S.F.

E CLASSROOMS 1 3,499 S.F.

F CLASSROOMS/OFFICES

TOTAL GROSS AREA 31168 S. F

1 3,907 S.F.

H EXSITING CHURCH

PROPOSED (NEW) ATT. CHAPEL

PROPOSED BLDG

1 13,250 S.F.

G EXISTING STORAGE ROOM 2 299 S.F.

281 S.F.

TOTAL GROSS AREA ( EXISTING + PROPOSED SQUARE FOOTAGE) 13,531 S.F.

EXISTING BLDG

BLDG. USE NUMBER OF STORIES GROSS AREA

SITE PLAN1/4=1’-0”

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A RESIDENTIAL 1 4,446 S.F.

B EXISTING RECTORY/ OFFICES 1 1930 S.F.

C CHURCH 1 13,250 S.F.

D HALL 1 5,767 S.F.

E CLASSROOMS 1 3,499 S.F.

F CLASSROOMS/OFFICES

TOTAL GROSS AREA 31168 S. F

1 3,907 S.F.

G EXISTING STORAGE ROOM 2 299 S.F.

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CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Hablamos Español favor de hablar con

Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626

TO: All Interested Parties

FROM: City of El Monte Planning Division

PROPERTY LOCATION:

11359 Coffield Avenue / APN: 8568-025-021 (A full legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Planning Division)

APPLICATION: Conditional Use Permit No. 01-18

REQUEST: A Conditional Use Permit is requested to expand an existing religious facility by adding a 281 square foot chapel area and converting an existing garage space to storage. The property is located in the C-1 (Limited Commercial) zone. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapter 17.24 of the El Monte Municipal Code (EMMC).

APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER:

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 11359 Coffield Avenue El Monte, CA 91731

ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTATION:

Article 19. Categorical Exemptions – Section 15303 (Class 3 – New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 and the CEQA Guidelines, as amended

PLACE OF HEARING: Pursuant to State Law, the Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for: Date: Thursday, March 22, 2018 (SPECIAL MEETING DATE) Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall East – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California

Persons wishing to comment on the environmental documentation or proposed application may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Philip Coronel; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at [email protected]. If you challenge the decision of the City Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact Philip Coronel at (626) 258-8626, Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Published and mailed on:

Thursday, March 8, 2018 City of El Monte Planning Commission Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary

Rurban Homesteads Overlay District (RHOD) – Page 1

STAFF REPORT March 22, 2018 TO: CITY PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: MINH THAI ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR JASON C. MIKAELIAN, AICP CITY PLANNER BY: BETTY DONAVANIK SENIOR PLANNER SUBJECT: STUDY SESSION ON CODE AMENDMENTS FOR THE

RURBAN HOMESTEAD OVERLAY DISTRICT (RHOD) LOCATION: NORTHEAST PORITON OF THE CITY APPLICANT: CITY OF EL MONTE INITITAED PROPERTY OWNERS: SINGLE-FAMILY PROPERTY OWNERS WITHIN

OVERLAY DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL TO BE DETERMINED DETERMINATION: RECOMMENDATION: RECEIVE PRESENTATION FROM STAFF AND

PROVIDE FEEDBACK

BACKGROUND

On June 21, 2016, the City Council adopted a Moratorium for the RHOD prohibiting certain development applications including new two-story dwellings, second-story additions, new subdivisions, and new dwellings that would result in more than one dwelling on a property. The Moratorium expires on June 21, 2018. As directed by City Council, staff has been working closely with the RHOD Advisory Committee and held a neighborhood workshop on November 15, 2017 to develop regulations and development standards for the area. The findings from the neighborhood meeting were presented to the Planning Commission on February 13, 2018. On February 28, 2018, staff met with the Advisory Committee to discuss the comments received from the November 15, 2017 neighborhood workshop and the February 13, 2018 Planning Commission meeting. The Committee also developed draft recommendations for the Planning Commission’s and the neighborhood’s review and


feedback. The final draft recommendations will then be presented to the Planning Commission in April and to the City Council in May for final consideration. DRAFT STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS The draft standards and regulations developed by the Advisory Committee (with input from the Planning Commission and neighborhood workshop) aims to preserve the district’s rural character, promote a low-density, rural residential lifestyle, and ensure continued availability of lots that allow animal keeping and agricultural cultivation and retain the area’s historic homestead heritage. The draft standards and regulations addresses lot pattern and density, building mass and scale, parking requirements, and animal keeping. Currently, the RHOD is comprised of R-1B and R-1C zoned properties with different development and animal keeping standards. The draft regulations propose consistent development and animal keeping standards for the entire RHOD. As part of the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, the R-1B and R-1C zones within the RHOD will be consolidated into one zone. The existing and proposed standards and regulations are outlined below. Density and Lot Pattern:

Standard Existing Requirements Proposed Requirements

Minimum Lot Area R-1B: 6,000 SF R-1C: 10,000 SF

10,000 SF minimum

Frontage 60 feet 60 feet

Density R-1B: 1 dwelling per 9,750 SF R-1C: 1 dwelling per 10,000 SF

1 dwelling unit per lot Accessory Dwelling Unit per City Ordinance

Planned Residential Developments (PRD) and private streets allowed

Prohibit PRDs, flag lots and new private streets.

Require new lots follow traditional rectangular lot pattern.


Building Mass and Scale – Height and Stories:

Standard Existing Regulations Proposed Regulations

Height 35 feet and 2.5 stories 25 feet, 1.5 stories

Upper Story Stepbacks R-1B: Additional 5 feet R-1C: Additional 5 feet

• Attic conversions or appearance of one

• Wholly built into the

framing of the roof • Limit habitable floor area

of upper story to 60% of first story floor area

• No upper story balconies

or patios • Limit width of dormers

Design Review Planning Commission hearing required for construction

above 1-story

• Economic Development Director approval required for construction of 1.5 story

• Notice to property owners and residents within 300 feet with plans attached to notice

• Notice posted at the site • Physical frame of 1.5 story

addition • Neighbors may request

formal Design Review by the Planning Commission; request shall be made within 10-days of Notice


Building Mass and Scale – FAR:

Standard Existing Regulations Proposed Regulations

Floor Area Ratio (FAR)

Lots 10,000 SF or less: .35 Lots 10,001-15,000 SF: .3 or 3,500 SF

(the greater) Lots 15,001-20,000 SF: .25 or 4,500 SF

(the greater)

Lots > 20,000 SF: .20 or 5,000 SF (the greater)

Garages not included in FAR

• Overall FAR allowance remain the same

• Garage area greater than

what is required or other non-habitable space (storage areas) will be included in FAR

(attached or detached) • Open ceilings greater than 17

feet in height would count towards FAR

Parking:

House Size Existing Requirements Proposed Requirements

Up to 2,000 SF 2 car garage Require 2 car garage (attached or detached) for all RHOD lots,

regardless of house size Additional parking requirements

can be in open driveway< 2,000 SF or 4 or more

bedrooms

3 car garage + 1 open space for every bedroom over 4


Animal Keeping:

Standard Existing R-1B Regulations

Existing R-1C Regulations

Proposed Regulations

Horses Minimum lot area for horses: 21,780 SF, max one horse per

quarter acre

One horse per 7,500 SF

Apply R-1C standards to the entire RHOD

Include allowance for 800 square foot animal enclosure. This would not

count toward FAR.

Commercial boarding (not private use) requires conditional use permit with Planning Commission

review

Other Animals Not allowed Up to 3 female goats, 3 sheep,

1 cow

Animal Enclosure Setbacks from

Dwellings

35 feet from any dwelling

35 feet from any dwelling other than

that of the owner

Animal Enclosure Setbacks from

Front Lot Line

150 feet from front lot line

75 feet from front lot line

PUBLIC NOTICE Public Notices were mailed to all property owners and residents within the RHOD on March 8, 2018 and March 12, 2018 (meeting date correction). The Notice was also published in the newspaper on March 8, 2018 and March 15, 2018 (meeting date correction). Additionally, the Notices were posted along the following street intersections within the RHOD: Rio Hondo Parkway, intersections of Cogswell Road and Conference Street, Rio Hondo Parkway, San Rio Street, Celine Street, Hemlock Street, Cherrylee Drive, The Wye Street, Hallwood Drive and Roseglen Street. NEXT STEPS Staff will gather the comments from the Planning Commission Study Session and revise the draft standards and regulations as necessary. Staff will present the final draft standards and regulations to the Planning Commission in April for recommendation to the City Council in May.


RECOMMENDATION

Receive recommendations from staff and direct staff to return to the Planning Commission at a public hearing with a resolution and draft ordinance for City Council consideration.

ATTACHMENTS

A. Public Hearing Notice & Photos of Public Notice Posting

CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC NOTICE

RURBAN HOMESTEAD OVERLAY DISTRICT (RHOD) STUDY SESSION

Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626



PROPERTY LOCATION:

Rurban Homestead Overlay District (north of Roseglen Street and east of Cogswell Road to the City limits and the north side of Rio Hondo Parkway)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

On June 21, 2016, the City Council adopted a Moratorium for R-1B (One-Family Dwelling) and R-1C (One-Family Dwelling) zoned properties within the Rurban Homestead Overlay District (RHOD). The Moratorium applies to the following activities, with certain conditions: (i) new two-story houses, second-story additions, or second-story expansions; (ii) subdivisions; (iii) Planned Residential Developments; and (iv) new dwellings on a property that would result in multiple dwellings on such property. The Moratorium expires on June 21, 2018. As directed by City Council, staff has been working closely with the RHOD Advisory Committee to develop draft regulations and development standards for the area.

At the Study Session, staff will present draft regulations and development standards to the Planning Commission and request feedback. The recommendations will then be presented to the Planning Commission and City Council at future public hearings for final consideration.

PLACE OF HEARING:

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for: Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2018 (SPECIAL MEETING DATE) Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers

11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California

Persons wishing to comment on the proposed Urgency Ordinance may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Betty Donavanik, Senior Planner; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at [email protected]. If you challenge the decision of the Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information, please contact Betty Donavanik at (626) 258-8626 or [email protected] Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published and mailed on:

Thursday, March 8, 2018 City of El Monte Planning Commission Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary

mailto:bdonavanik@elmonteca.

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R-1B

CITY OF EL MONTE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC NOTICE

REVISED MARCH 12, 2018

RURBAN HOMESTEAD OVERLAY DISTRICT (RHOD) STUDY SESSION

Hablamos Español favor de hablar con Marcella Magdaleno (626) 258-8626



PROPERTY LOCATION:

Rurban Homestead Overlay District (north of Roseglen Street and east of Cogswell Road to the City limits and the north side of Rio Hondo Parkway)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

On June 21, 2016, the City Council adopted a Moratorium for R-1B (One-Family Dwelling) and R-1C (One-Family Dwelling) zoned properties within the Rurban Homestead Overlay District (RHOD). The Moratorium applies to the following activities, with certain conditions: (i) new two-story houses, second-story additions, or second-story expansions; (ii) subdivisions; (iii) Planned Residential Developments; and (iv) new dwellings on a property that would result in multiple dwellings on such property. The Moratorium expires on June 21, 2018. As directed by City Council, staff has been working closely with the RHOD Advisory Committee to develop draft regulations and development standards for the area.

At the Study Session, staff will present draft regulations and development standards to the Planning Commission and request feedback. The recommendations will then be presented to the Planning Commission and City Council at future public hearings for final consideration.

PLACE OF HEARING:

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project. The public hearing is scheduled for: Date: Thursday, March 22, 2018 (SPECIAL MEETING DATE) Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers

11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, California

Persons wishing to comment on the proposed Urgency Ordinance may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. Written comments shall be sent to Betty Donavanik, Senior Planner; El Monte City Hall West; 11333 Valley Boulevard; El Monte, CA 91731 or at [email protected]. If you challenge the decision of the Planning Commission, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information, please contact Betty Donavanik at (626) 258-8626 or [email protected] Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Published on: Thursday, March 8, 2018 Thursday, March 15, 2018

City of El Monte Planning Commission Marcella Magdaleno, Planning Commission Secretary

Mailed on: Thursday, March 8, 2018 Monday, March 12, 2018

mailto:bdonavanik@elmonteca.

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RHOD Overlay

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