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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance No. 2384 - i `. No.. �.. ORDINANCE NO. 2384 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE FROM CBD (CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT) TO R3c (MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO COASTFED PROPERTIES FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AND SAN GABRIEL AVENUE (CASE NO. Z-88-4 ) THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Azusa does hereby find, determine and declare that there was filed with the Planning Commission the application (Case No. Z-88- 4) requesting a zone change to allow the construction of multi-family residential dwellings; that a duly noticed public hearing was held on said application by the Planning Commission on October 5, 1988, and that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the zone change at that time. SECTION 2. After due notice and public hearing held by the Council on October 24, 1988, and in consideration of all oral and written evidence presented at said public hearing the City Council finds that : A. The subject property is located at the Northwest corner of Foothill Boulevard and San Gabriel Avenue in the City of Azusa and is located in the CBD (Central Business District) zone. B. The granting of the zone change from CBD to R3c (Multiple Family Residential) is consistent with the surrounding land uses and zoning patterns in the area, and provides consistency with the long term land use goals of the Azusa General Plan. The proposed zone change would alter the long-term land use of the property from commercial to residential use. C. All of the existing structures on the site, with the exception of the 26-unit apartment complex, will be demolished. The new apartment complex will consist of 22 buildings containing 141 dwellings units, along with an office and a recreation room. The buildings will be two stories in height, and will contain four or six units per building. The density of the project is approximately 26 . 3 units per acre. D. The new apartments will be built to condominium development standards. The 60 one-bedroom units will contain 700 to 720 square feet in area, and the 81 two- bedroom units will contain 950 to 1,100 square feet in area. One garage space will be provided for each bedroom in the complex. Plus, 30 open resident parking spaces and 47 guest parking spaces will be provided on the site. Each unit will JA-Z/RES6487 be provided with such amenities as fireplaces, skylights, and microwave ovens. E. Approximately 56, 500 square feet of useable open space is provided on the site. Each dwelling unit will have a private balcony with 100 square feet or more of space. F. Access to the site will be from three entrances, one along San Gabriel Avenue and two along Foothill Blvd. Each driveway will be accented by stamped concrete pavers to highlight the entrance to the site. Access will also be required through the site to the adjacent apartment complex, as the current accessway will be removed when Sunset Avenue is vacated. Angeleno Avenue is also to be vacated on the site. G. To alleviate noise problems from the railroad from the northern and western border , all windows will be constructed of double pane glass. In addition, a sound wall will be constructed along the northern property line to further alleviate these noise impacts . H. This residential project will help to increase the quality housing stock in Azusa, especially in proximity to the downtown area. The presence of these new residents will be important to the efforts to revitalize the downtown commercial core. I . The zone change and general plan amendment for this complex will legalize the apartments as a land use, but will not legalize the noncomformance with the multi-family residential development standards . J. The commercial activity in this area has weakened considerably over the years and is now most concentrated along Azusa Avenue. In efforts to revitalize such downtown areas, the introduction of quality residential development in close proximity to the commercial focus is often helpful to the economic health of the area. The residents of developments such as this often shop or utilize the commercial services of downtown businesses, and provide a steady base of customers necessary to encourage economic growth. K. The existing apartments provide affordable housing adjacent to this proposed complex, and can help to increase this positive effect on this commercial activity. Therefore, the benefits to the general welfare justify the rezoning of these parcels from CBD to R3c. L. In taking this action, the City Council considered the effects of the decision on the housing needs of the region in which the City is located and balanced those needs against the public service needs of the City residents and available fiscal and environmental resources. SECTION 3 . Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, a Final Environmental Impact Report for the subject property has been completed and certified by the City Council. -2- EXHIBIT 'A' 1. All requirements of the Engineering Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. Construct curb and gutter on San Gabriel Avenue/Foothill Boulevard. b. Construct, as necessary, sidewalks on San Gabriel Avenue/Foothill Boulevard. c. Construct or reconstruct driveway apron(s) on San Gabriel Avenue/Foothill Boulevard. d. Remove driveway apron(s) at San Gabriel Avenue/Foothill Boulevard and reconstruct curb, gutter and sidewalk . e. Construct standard alley intersection Angeleno Avenue f . Street lights shall be provided on marbellite standards. g. Parking areas shall be paved and drained to approval of the City Engineer . h. Grading shall be performed per County of Los Angeles Uniform Building Laws, current edition, relating to Excavations and Fills . i . An on-site drainage plan shall be provided. No ponding on this property or neighboring property shall be allowed. j . Connect to a public sewer with a four ( 4) inch V.C.P. house connection. k. Pay $3. 00/front foot sewer connection fee, plus any other required sewer fees . 1 . A City Construction Permit shall be obtained for all work undertaken in the public right-of-way. All work shall be done in accordance with City of Azusa Standards and Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction (Green Book) , latest edition and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer or his designee and shall be completed before issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. m. A State Encroachment permit shall be secured prior to the construction of improvements on State Highway 39 . n. Arrange for relocation of all utilities, poles, signals, street lights, etc. o. On-site drainage plan shall incorporate existing struc- tures on Angeleno Avenue. p. All conditions of Tentative Tract Map No. 46762 shall be met at all times. 2 . All requirements of the Planning Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. All uses shall comply with Section(s) 19 . 16 of the Azusa Municipal Code. b. Thirty ( 30) open and forty-seven ( 47 ) parking space(s) shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter 19 . 48 of the Azusa Municipal Code. c. Two hundred twenty ( 220) garage spaces ( full garage w/door) shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Chapter 19 . 48 Of the Azusa Municipal Code. d. Parking shall be striped and shall have adequate guards for protection of other vehicles on same lot ( i .e. wheel stops) . e. Landscaping shall be adequately maintained at all times including, but not limited to, irrigation, weeding, and/or replacement when necessary. EXHIBIT 'A' f. Adequate trash enclosures(s) shall be provided and constructed to City of Azusa standards, consisting of decorative masonry block walls and solid steel gates. g. The premises shall be maintained in a clean and accept- able condition at all times. All buildings and walls shall be maintained in good repair at all times. Any offensive markings shall be removed immediately. h. All necessary permits shall be obtained. i . All construction shall comply with the plot plan submitted. j . Covenants, conditions, and restrictions for this project shall be reviewed and approved by the City Staff and City Attorney prior to their recordation. k. All roof equipment shall be screened to the satisfaction of the planning staff. 1. Minimum 20 ' deep stamped concrete or equivalent design shall be provided at all driveway entries and shall be entirely outside the public right-of-way. 3. All requirements of the Redevelopment Agency shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. The applicant has entered into an agreement with the Agency for the development of said improvements and has submitted architectural plans, including landscape and site plans, to the Agency. 4. That all conditions of the Public Works Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. A landscaping and irrigation plan shall be submitted at the same time as Building plan check submittal, showing locations, quantities, sizes, and types of plant materials, as well as design of an automated irrigation system. Plans shall be 24" by 36" . b. A planting list shall be submitted and approved by the Parks Superintendent showing the location and size of all planting areas, irrigation plans, and type of plants to be used. c. No work within the public right of way shall be commenced without first obtaining a. public works permit. d. Parkway trees are required, located no closer than 30 ft. nor greater than 65 ft . apart and shall be irrigated per City Plan R-15. Variety to be specified by Superintendent and shall be at least 15 gallon size. e. Park and Recreation in-lieu fees shall be paid in accordance with Azusa Municipal Code Section 18. 08.050 . f . A maintenance agreement hall be executed between the city and the property owner, binding the property owner to maintain the landscaping improvements within the public right of way. This agreement shall be recorded. 5. All requirements of the Building Division shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. All appropriate development fees of the Azusa Unified School District shall be paid in full prior to issuance of any building permit for the approved construction. b. Applicant shall furnish six ( 6) complete sets of plans for plan check submittal ( structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, grading, landscaping) . c. Two ( 2) copies of soil reports may be required. -2- EXHIBIT 'A' d. Two ( 2) copies of energy calculations signed in ink by a registered civil or structural engineer shall be furnished. e. Applicant recognizes that approval granted is for planning and zoning only. Owner is obligated to meet all Building Code requirements, and is obligated to do whatever necessary to bring the structure in compliance with applicable City-adopted Uniform codes . f. Applicant shall submit CF-1R form(s) with plans . 6. That all conditions of the Light Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. Contact Light Department as soon as possible for specif- ications and requirements. b. Utilities shall be underground. Developer to provide all conduits, pull boxes, tranformer pads, street lights as necessary. c. Extensive electrical line rebuilding may be necessary. Applicant is directed to contact the Light Department immediately. No permits will be issued until this problem is resolved. There will be a massive amount of line relocation and underground improvements associated with this project, estimated cost $500 ,000 . 00 . 7 . That all conditions of the Water Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. This complex to be Master Metered from one water meter . b. More than one meter can be used on approval of the Water Superintendent . c. May require installation of a new water main. d. Fire hydrant at the northeast corner of Angeleno Avenue and Foothill Boulevard flow 1943 GPM at 20 p. s . i . If upgrading of the water mains is required by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, this cost would be absorbed-by the developer . 8. That all conditions of the Fire Department shall be met, including but not limited to the following: a. Fire Flow for the installation of the new water systems shall be determined by the Fire Department . b. Provide all information requested on the "Plan Check Information Sheet . " (attached) c. Provide occupant load for public assembly occupancies. d. All requirements indicated on Fire Department plan check sheets will be required prior to occupancy. e. Fire inspection required prior to occupancy. JAZ/EXH7829 -3- JAZ/RES6487 --- SECTION 4 . Zone Change Z-88-3-C is hereby approved subject to the conditions attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference as though set forth in full. SECTION 5 . Upon the effective date of this Ordinance, the Director of Community Development shall revise the Official Zoning Map of the City of Azusa to reflect the change in the zone of the subject property. SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the manner required by law. PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 7th day of November 1988. '7111(7MAYOR STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss . CITY OF AZUSA I , ADOPH SOLIS, City Clerk of the City of Azusa, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2384 was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 24th day of October , 1988. That thereafter , said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 7th day of November , 1988 by the following vote of the City Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: MOSES ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS : STEMR H CITY CLERK -3-