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Planning Commission grants parking variance for artist studio at 619 W. Las Tunas Drive, 3‑1 vote

5843754 · April 15, 2025
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The commission approved a variance allowing an artist studio to operate at 619 West Las Tunas Drive with only one existing on‑site parking space, finding the century‑old site’s configuration created a unique hardship. The vote was 3‑1; Commissioner Lee voted no and asked the applicant to pursue off‑site parking options.

The San Gabriel Planning Commission approved a parking variance Monday permitting an artist studio at 619 West Las Tunas Drive to operate with only one on‑site parking space. The vote was 3‑1; Commissioner Lee voted no.

Staff told the commission the property is developed with two commercial structures built in 1936 and has only a single existing on‑site parking space in a garage area; current parking requirements under San Gabriel Municipal Code Section 153.22 would require 27 spaces for the proposed studio and ancillary office. Staff recommended a variance, saying the site’s longstanding built…

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