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AGENDA
DATE: July 24, 2018
ITEM NO.: 1
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF WEST COVINA
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. in the West
Covina Council Chambers. Commissioner Redholtz led the Pledge of Allegiance and the
Commission observed a moment of silence.
ROLL CALL
Present: Castellanos, Heng, Holtz, Jimenez and Redholtz
Absent: None
City Staff Present: Anderson, Hernandez, Delostrinos and de Zara
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Regular meeting, June 26, 2018
The minutes were approved as submitted.
OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. (Continued from April 24, 2018)
ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT NO. 17-45
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
APPLICANT: Jiahui Tong
LOCATION: 2451 Elena Avenue
REQUEST: The applicant is requesting the approval of an administrative use permit
for a second story addition to allow for a deck and a sun room located at the rear of
the existing single-family residence.
Associate Planner Christine Delostrinos presented the staff report. During her
presentation she spoke about the requested entitlements and the public hearing that
was continued from April 24, 2018. She told the Commission that this matter was
continued to allow the applicant time to redesign the plans and reviewed the updated
plans. At the end of the presentation staff recommended approval.
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Commissioner Redholtz asked for clarification regarding the status of the existing
unpermitted construction. Staff explained that for the applicant to apply for
Building permits, she needed Planning Commission approval for the proposed
plans.
Chairman Jimenez opened the public hearing.
PROPONENTS:
Jialaui Tong, applicant, Bowen Yang, designer, and Leticia Alvarez spoke in favor
of the project.
Ms. Tong submitted pictures of the condition of the home when she bought it to the
Commission. She told the Commission that she purchased the home with the
unpermitted sunroom and is seeking to acquire permits to legalize the construction.
She also told the Commission that she was aware of the conditions of approval and
agreed to them. Mr. Yang, designer of the proposed project, said he had started
working on Ms. Tong's house to try and help her acquire the necessary permits and
help her finish the project. He told the Commission that he drew the plans and
would work with engineering and building to be sure that the addition would be
built according to code and safe for the owner and the neighbors. Ms. Alvarez spoke
in favor of the applicant so that she can submit her plans to building and engineering
for their review and approval. She also asked that Ms. Tong be allowed to finish the
renovations on her house.
OPPONENTS:
Carla Age; Robert Agee, Luciano Curuchet and Mercedes Pinnell spoke in
opposition to the application. The opponents spoke about debris left on the
property, Code Enforcement actions against the illegal construction, demolition of a
portion of the home, various violations existing on the property, and their concerns
with seismic and structural safety. They also questioned the accuracy of the plans
under review by the Planning Commission.
REBUTTAL:
Ms. Tong spoke in rebuttal to the testimony of the opponents. She apologized to the
neighbors for the condition of her home. She asked that she be allowed to secure
permits to finish the addition because it's been difficult living in the home in its
current condition. She added that she would like to have her home completed as
quickly as possible.
Chairman Jimenez closed the public hearing.
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There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the accuracy of the plans, the
issues mentioned by the opponents regarding the seismic safety and integrity of the
structure, debris on the property, the Commission's concern with the credentials of
the designer, and the actions taken by the property owner in the past.
Commissioner Castellanos said he would support the project so the applicant can
finish her renovations. Commissioner Heng concurred with Commissioner
Castellanos and expressed her support of the application so that it can be submitted
to the Building and Engineering Departments for their review for compliance with
the Building Code.
Commissioners Holtz and Redholtz indicated they would not support the project
because of their concerns with the experience of the designer, the current condition
of the property and the past actions of the property owner.
Motion by Castellanos, seconded by Jimenez, to waive further reading and adopt
Resolution No. 18-5959, as amended. Motion carried 3-2 (Holtz, Redholtz
opposed.)
Chairman Jimenez said this matter is final unless appealed to the City Council
within ten (10) days.
3. PRECISE PLAN NO. 18-04
CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION
APPLICANT: Bob Christoff for BMW Management (Sizzler)
REQUEST: The project consists of the expansion and remodeling of an existing
restaurant. The applicant is proposing to enclose a previously-existing 965 square-
foot outdoor seating area, and construct a 1050-square foot addition to the rear of
the existing kitchen. Façade improvements are also proposed.
Associate Planner Veronica Hernandez presented the staff report. She told the
Commission that before this application, the Commission had approved Planning
Director's Modification No. 17-03 for the enclosure of the outdoor eating area,
façade improvements and parking lot improvements. However, after that approval,
the owner decided to apply for an addition to the rear of the restaurant which
requires approval of a precise plan. After the proposed improvements were
presented to the Commission, staff recommended approval of the precise plan.
Chairman Jimenez opened the public hearing.
PROPONENTS:
Bob Christoff, applicant, explained the new proposal and spoke about the desire of
the owner to make the restaurant larger. Commissioner Redholtz asked if any of the
previously-approved improvements had been done. Chairman Jimenez asked if the
restaurant will be open during construction.
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OPPONENTS:
No one spoke in opposition.
Chairman Jimenez closed the public hearing.
There was a short discussion by the Commission regarding the outdoor seating area
and the proposed façade improvements. Commissioner Redholtz expressed his
support of the improvements. Commissioner Castellanos concurred with
Commissioner Redholtz. Chairman Jimenez added that the outdoor seating area
was underutilized and expressed his support of the project.
Motion by Castellanos, seconded by Redholtz, to waive further reading and adopt
Resolution No. 18-5960. Motion carried 5-0.
Chaiiinan Jimenez said this action in final unless appealed to the City Council
within ten (10) days.
NON-HEARING ITEMS
4. STUDY SESSION — PLANNING COMMISSION STIPENDS
Review of Planning Commission stipends for Fiscal Year 2018/19
Planning Director Jeff Anderson presented the staff report. He provided a summary
of the City Council Budget meeting held on June 11, 2018 where the Council agreed
to reduce Commission stipends to $75 per month.
Receive and file.
CONTINUATION OF ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
COMMISSION REPORTS/COMMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Commissioner Redholtz spoke about the City of West Covina's Fourth of July Celebration
at Big League Dreams.
5. PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
a. FORTHCOMING — July 24,2018
b. Project Status Report- July, 2018
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Planning Director Jeff Anderson presented Forthcoming matters and the project
status report. He also announced that Associate Planner Christine Delostrinos had
accepted a position in another city and this would be her last meeting.
6. CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
None
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Jimenez adjourned the meeting at 8:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Lydia de Zara
Senior Administrative Assistant
ADOPTED AS SUBMITTED ON:
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ary of West Covina
Memorandum
AGENDA
ITEM NO. 2
DATE: July 24, 2018
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Department
SUBJECT: STUDY SESSION
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 18-01 RELATED TO THE REGULATION OF
MARIJUANA CULTIVATION
I. DESCRIPTION
On April 17, 2018, the City Council initiated Code Amendment No. 18-01 providing
direction to staff to process a Code Amendment for the commercial cultivation of marijuana
in the manufacturing zone.
Based on City Council direction, notification was provided through the enotification
system on the City website. The notice was emailed to 93 email addresses. Interested
parties can still sign up for enotification regarding Code Amendment No, 18-01.
IL BACKGROUND
The following is a history of review of commercial cultivation of the marijuana and
marijuana dispensary topic by the Planning Commission and City Council.
In response to Proposition 64, the Planning Commission held several study sessions in late
2016. Shortly thereafter Proposition 64 was approved by the electorate. The Planning
Commission held a study session on January 24, 2017 and directed staff to prepare a code
amendment to allow personal growth and continue to prohibit commercial cultivation of
marijuana and marijuana dispensaries.
On March 28, 2017, the Planning Commission recommended approval of a Code
Amendment to allow personal growth and continue to prohibit commercial cultivation of
marijuana and marijuana dispensaries.
During the summer of 2017, the City Council held several public hearings to consider
Code Amendment No. 16-04 to allow for commercial cultivation of marijuana. The City
Council ultimately determined to make no changes to the Municipal Code and continue to
prohibit the commercial cultivation of marijuana as well as marijuana dispensaries.
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Code Amendment 18-01
Marijuana Regulations
July 24, 2018 Page 2
On April 17, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-27 initiating Code
Amendment 18-01 to consider standards for commercial marijuana cultivation in the
manufacturing zone.
III. ANALYSIS
On June 12, 2018, the Planning Commission held a study session, heard from interested
parties and discussed the proposed code amendment for the commercial cultivation of
marijuana in the manufacturing zone. That discussion included potential changes to the
Municipal Code, the Business section of the Municipal Code, and possible fee changes for
the commercial cultivation of marijuana. Staff has prepared a table to allow for discussion,
alternatives, and recommendations on standards to be included in the Zoning section of the
Municipal Code.
1. Approval process.
2. Location (Zoning).
3. Measurement of distance for separation standards
4. Separation standards: residential, religious facility, and educational institution
utilized by minors.
5. Separation standards to any other marijuana cultivation use.
IV. CONCLUSION
The purpose of the study session is to provide the Planning Commission with discussion
points and alternatives to standards to be included in the Zoning code. After discussion, the
Commission may ask for additional information to be provided which may necessitate
another study session. Staff is anticipating a second study session to review standards to be
included in the Business License section of the Municipal Code. Once the Planning
Commission agrees on the standards to be implemented for both the Zoning and Business
License sections of the Municipal Code, the next step will be to schedule a public hearing
before the Planning Commission. Subsequent to Planning Commission review, a public
hearing will be scheduled for the City Council to determine if the standards in the code are
appropriate.
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Code Amendment 18-01
Marijuana Regulations
July 24, 2018 - Page 3
V. RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission review the information in the staff
report and provide appropriate direction to staff regarding standards to be included in the
Zoning section of the Municipal Code.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED:
Planning Director
Attachments:
Attachment 1 - Study Session Table
Attachment 2 — City Council Code Amendment Initiation Resolution No. 2018-27
Attachment 3 — City Council Code Amendment Initiation Staff Report, Dated April 17, 2018
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ATTACHMENT NO. 1 Code Amendment No. 18-01, June 24,2018 Commercial Marijuana Cultivation Item Discussion Options Recommendation 1. Approval Process Based on the City Council initiated Code Amendment No. 18-01 directed staff to allow for Commercial Marijuana cultivation. The Code includes multiple processes for discretionary review including conditional use permits, administrative use permits, and administrative reviews. Conditional Use Permit is recommended Allow in M-1 (Manufacturing) Zone with conditional use permit. This type of use should require a public notice and hearing to decide if the use is appropriate. 2. Location (Zoning) The M-1 zone is the location in the City where industrial uses are allowed. There are 51 acres in the M-1 zone with approximately 45 parcels. It should be noted that the M-1 zone is adjacent to residential uses on the east and south (as well as having a residential mobile home park within the zone) and also has a school site located adjacent to the zone. A religious facility is located in the M-1 zone within the Prosperity Business Park. — Allow in M-1 (Manufacturing) Zone with conditional use permit. Z:\Case Files \CODE AMEND120181 18-01 Marijuana Cultivation\PC Study Session 7.24.18 \SSTable.PC.doc Page 1
ATTACHMENT NO. I Code Amendment No. 18-01, June 24, 2018 Commercial Marijuana Cultivation Item Discussion Options Recommendation 3. Measurement Currently the Municipal Code provides measurement of Option 3 — From property of distances for distance to sensitive uses for adult oriented business. Below line of sensitive use to the separation are four measurement of distance options: building to be used for standards Marijuana Cultivation. Option 1 — The measurement of distance in a straight line distance from sensitive use property line to property line of site to be used for Marijuana Cultivation. Option 2 - The measurement of distance in a straight line distance from sensitive use property line to the building entrance of Marijuana Cultivation. Option 3 — The measurement of distance in a straight line distance from sensitive use property line to the building to be used for Marijuana Cultivation. Z:\Case Files\CODE AMEND12018118-01 Marijuana Cultivation\PC Study Session 7.24.181SSTable.PC.doe Page 2
ATTACHMENT NO. 1 Code Amendment No. 18-01, June 24, 2018 Commercial Marijuana Cultivation Item Discussion Options Recommendation Currently the Municipal Code provides separation standards 4. Separation for adult oriented businesses, small recycling facilities, -- — Standards: material recycling facilities and solid waste transfer or processing stations, and tattoo businesses. The separation standards for the uses vary in distances but provide a basis to consider a distance that the Commission determines appropriate for commercial marijuana cultivation. Staff did not include parks in the list as there are no City parks in close proximity to the manufacturing area. Below is a summary of separation standards for the above-mentioned uses: Adult oriented business: - 500 feet to property line of church, school, park, residential zone. - 750 feet of another adult oriented business. - 100 feet of civic center Small recycling facility: - 250 feet to property line of residential use Material recycling facilities and solid waste transfer or processing stations: - 500 feet to property line of residential use Tattoo use: - 300 feet to property line of residential, religious facility, public parks, or educational institution utilized by minors. 1500 feet from perimeter of tenant space of any tattooing use to another tattooing use. Z:\Case Files1CODE AMEND12018118-01 Marijuana Cultivation\PC Study Session 7.24.181SSTable.PC.doo Page 3
ATTACHMENT NO. I Code Amendment No. 18-01, June 24, 2018 Commercial Marijuana Cultivation a. Residential Option 1 - No separation standard Option 2 -Establish a separation requirement of 100 feet Option 3- Establish a separation requirement of 200 feet Option 4- Establish a separation requirement of 300 feet Option 5- Establish a separation requirement of 400 feet Option 6- Establish a separation requirement of 500 feet Option 4- Establish a separation requirement of 300 feet. This would eliminate cultivation along much of the San Bernardino frontage. b. Religious Option 1 - No separation standard Option 1—No separation Facility Option 2 - Establish a separation requirement of 100 feet standard as there is a church Option 3- Establish a separation requirement of 200 feet within the M-1 zone. Option 4- Establish a separation requirement of 300 feet Option 5- Establish a separation requirement of 400 feet Option 6- Establish a separation requirement of 500 feet c. Educational Option 1 - No separation standard Option 4- Establish a institution Option 2 - Establish a separation requirement of 100 feet separation requirement of utilized by Option 3- Establish a separation requirement of 200 feet 300 feet. This would minors Option 4- Establish a separation requirement of 300 feet eliminate cultivation along Option 5- Establish a separation requirement of 400 feet the San Bernardino frontage Option 6- Establish a separation requirement of 500 feet near the elementary school site. Z:\Case Files \CODE AMEND120181 18-01 Marijuana Cultivation\PC Study Session 7.24.18ISSTable.PC.doc Page 4
ATTACHMENT NO. 1 Code Amendment No. 18-01, June 24, 2018 Commercial Marijuana Cultivation Item Discussion Options Recommendation 5. Separation Currently the Municipal Code requires separation standards Option 1—No separation to Option 1—No separation standards to any between adult oriented businesses and tattoo businesses, any other marijuana to any other marijuana other marijuana Staff is recommending no separation to any other marijuana cultivation use cultivation use cultivation use cultivation because based on the geographic area, large lot sizes, and only approximately 45 parcels are within the manufacturing zone. By including a separation standards to other like uses could drastically limit the number of properties that can allow for marijuana cultivation. Option 2—Establish a separation standard to any other marijuana cultivation use of 300 feet Option 3- Establish a separation standard to any other marijuana cultivation use of 500 feet Z:\Case Files\CODE AMEND12018118-01 Marijuana Cultivation1PC Study Session 7.24.181SSTable.PC.doc Page 5
ATTEST:
ATTACHMENT NO. 2
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
COVINA, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING CODE AMENDMENT NO. 18-01
RELATED TO THE REGULATION OF MARIJUANA CULTIVATION
WHEREAS, on April 3, 2018, the City Council initiated a code amendment regarding
considering standards to provide for the commercial cultivation of marijuana in the West Covina
Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the studies and investigations made by the City Council and in its behalf reveal
the following facts:
I. Currently, the West Covina Municipal Code prohibits commercial cultivation of
marijuana,
2. The consideration of the code amendment should also address business license standards
as well as a fee structure to ensure proper financial remuneration.
3. The proposed action is considered to be exempt from the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA
Guidelines, in that the proposed action consists of the consideration of a potential code
amendment, which does not of itself have the potential for causing a significant effect on
the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of West Covina,
in conformance with Section 26-153(a) (2) of the West Covina Municipal Code, does hereby initiate
a Code Amendment related to the consideration of commercial cultivation of marijuana in the West
Covina Municipal Code.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTEp on As 17th day of April, 2018.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Kifnberly 1-141 Barlow
City Attorney
I, HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing reso/ution was duly adopted by the City Council
of the City of West Covina, California, at a regular meeting thereof on the 17 th day of April, 2018
by the following vote of the City Council:
AYES: Johnson, Warshaw, Spence
NOES: Toma, Wu
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ATTACHMENT NO. 3
AGENDA
ITEM NO. 16
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
City of West Covina I Office of the City Manager
DATE: April 17, 2018
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Chris Freeland
City Manager
SUBJECT: CODE AMENDMENT NO. 18-01 INITIATION RELATED TO THE
REGULATION OF MARIJUANA CULTIVATION
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff in processing a Code
Amendment for the commercial cultivation of marijuana in a manufacturing zone to allow the
Planning Commission to consider changes to the Licenses and Business Regulations (Chapter 14)
section of the Municipal Code, as well as changes to Zoning (Chapter 26).
If the City Council would like to initiate a code amendment, the following resolution should be
adopted:
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-27 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 18-01 RELATED TO THE REGULATION OF
MARIJUANA CULTIVATION
BACKGROUND:
In the summer of 2017, the City Council considered Code Amendment No. 16-04 to allow for
commercial cultivation of marijuana. The City Council reviewed the item on August 15,
September 5, and September 19, 2017. On September 19, 2017, the City Council made the
determination to make no changes to the Municipal Code and continue to prohibit the commercial
cultivation of marijuana as well as marijuana dispensaries. Mayor Pro Tem Johnson requested
that this issue be reconsidered by the City Council.
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DISCUSSION:
This item was carried over from the April 3, 2018, City Council Meeting.
At the August 15, 2017 City Council Meeting, staff presented the following concept to create code
standards:
• Require a conditional use permit for the indoor cultivation of marijuana in the
Manufacturing (M-1) Zone. A conditional use permit requires a public hearing before the
Planning Commission and 300-foot notification of property owners and occupants. A one-
time fee is required for the processing of the conditional use permit and conditions can be
placed on the approval. The Code Amendment would likely include development
standards required for marijuana cultivation (locational and operational), as well as
conditions of approval. These standards would be in the Zoning section of the Municipal
Code.
• Require a separate business license specific to marijuana cultivation. The business license
would control the actual operation and activity and would impose substantive regulations
on the operation. The business license would require an annual fee to be paid to allow for
the ability to operate a business. These standards would be in the Business License section
of the Municipal Code.
• To create a separate business license fee specific to marijuana cultivation that deviates from
what is set forth in Chapter 14, Article II of the Municipal Code would require a vote of
the people per Proposition 218, Without the changes to the business license tax structure,
a business license fee for marijuana cultivation businesses would be limited to the existing
annual fee of $43,87 plus $8.98 per employee (manufacturer/wholesaler). A separate gross
receipts tax specific to marijuana cultivation based on a fixed percentage is recommended
to ensure sufficient revenue generation to offset costs. Alternatively, a business license fee
could be established that would be charged annually and could cover the costs of the review
and any inspections necessary,
The Planning Commission generally only provides recommendations for code amendments to the
Zoning (Chapter 26) section of the West Covina Municipal Code. The Licenses and Business
Regulations (Chapter 14) section of the Municipal Code is generally revised through review by
the City Council. Since this code amendment would require revisions to both chapters of the
Municipal Code, staff is recommending that the Planning Commission review the draft code
amendment and make recommendations on changes to both sections.
In addition, it should be noted that if the main purpose of the code amendment is to allow for the
generation of fees, it might be prudent to schedule and complete the voting process prior to
adopting any changes to the Municipal Code allowing commercial marijuana cultivation.
Establishing an ability to allow for commercial cultivation without the ability to generate fees may
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require the expenditure of more resources than funds generated. If City Council moves forward
with the initiation of this code amendment to allow the commercial cultivation of marijuana, City
staff will also begin looking at business license requirements and fee and charge regulations from
other cities.
For the processing of Code Amendment No. 16-04 individuals were allowed to register for
enotifications and were emailed a notification for the study sessions and hearings. There are 76
individuals that had signed up for enotification for the previous code amendment. Staff
recommends utilizing the same email list compiled for Code Amendment No. 16-04 while
allowing interested parties to sign up for enotifications regarding Code Amendment No. 18-01.
OPTIONS:
The City Council has the following options:
1. Direct staff to evaluate timing and costs for an election to consider a separate gross receipts
tax specific to marijuana cultivation;
2. Rather than schedule an election, direct staff to perform a fee study as part of the Code
Amendment process for a business license fee to cover the costs of an annual business
license review for marijuana cultivation;
3. Direct staff to move forward with the processing of a Code Amendment with the Planning
Commission reviewing both the Business License and Zoning sections of the Municipal
Code, with an election to occur prior to Code Amendment taking effect;
4. Direct staff to move forward with the processing of a Code Amendment with the Planning
Commission reviewing the Zoning section of the Code and the City Council reviewing the
Business License section of the Code at the time of the heating on the Zoning Section with
an election to occur prior to Code Amendment taking effect; or
5. Provide alternative direction.
LEGAL REVIEW:
The City Attorney's office has reviewed this report and resolution.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The proposed code amendment is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that it consists
of a code amendment to the sign section of the Municipal Code, which does not have the potential
for causing a significant effect on the environment.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed code amendment would not have any direct fiscal impact to the General Fund.
Prepared by:
fell Anderson, AICP
Planning Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment No. 1 Draft Code Amendment Initiation Resolution
Attachment No. 2— City Council Staff Report, dated August 15, 2017
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AGENDA NO. 3. a.
DATE: July 24, 2018
FORTHCOMING PLANNING COMMISSION HEARINGS
August 14,2018
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
None
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
C. NON-I TEARING ITEMS
None
August 28, 2018
A. CONSENT CALENDAR
None
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
C. NON-HEARING ITEMS
(1
STUDY SESSION — CODE AMENDMENT NO. 18-02
ADU REVISIONS
APPLICANT: City of West Covina
LOCATION: Citywide
(2)
STUDY SESSION — REQUEST TO INITIATE CODE AMENDMENT
SALES OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AT SERVICE STATIONS
APPLICANT: Mohson Karimi
LOCATION: Citywide
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AGENDA NO. 3. b.
DATE: July 24, 2018
WEST COVINA PLANNING COMMISSION
SUBCOMMITTEE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
PLANNING CONFERENCE ROOM — ROOM 208
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
6:45 p.m.
MINUTES
1. ROLL CALL
Present: Redholtz, Heng
City Staff Present: V. Hernandez
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
June 12, 2018
3. OTHER MATTERS OR ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
4. REVIEW ITEMS
(A)
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
PROPOSAL:
Fred Diaz
1029 S. Dancove
SD No. 18-10; the applicant is proposing to construct a 154-square
foot addition to the front of the existing single-family residence. The
addition will expand an existing bedroom. The house will feature four
bedrooms and three bathrooms total.
Motion by Redholtz seconded by Heng to approve SD 18-10. The proposed addition is in
accordance with the Subcommittee Design Review Board Guidelines
(B)
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
PROPOSAL:
Fernando Ruiz
1338 E. Marbury
SD No. 18-15; the applicant is proposing to construct a 240-square
foot lattice porte-cachere to the front of an existing single-family
residence, and a 768-square foot addition to the rear. Due to the size
of the rear addition, a portion of the roof will be seen from the street.
The lattice porte-cachere will also be visible from the street. The house
will feature four bedrooms and three bathrooms total.
Motion by Heng seconded by Redholtz to approve SD 18-15. The proposed addition is in
accordance with the Subcommittee Design Review Board Guidelines
(C)
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
PROPOSAL:
Effrain Coronado
2105 Larkwood Drive
SD No. 18-21; the applicant is proposing to construct a 184-square
foot addition to the front of the existing single-family residence and to
legalize an existing 742-square foot covered patio to the rear of the
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house. The addition will consist of a kitchen remodel and addition of
a dining room.
Motion by Heng seconded by Redholtz to approve SD 18-21. The proposed addition is in
accordance with the Subcommittee Design Review Board Guidelines
5. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn at 6:55 p.m.
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