Downey : Lot Subdivision Decision Let Stand Despite Protests

Despite protests from neighbors, the Downey City Council on Monday let stand a Planning Commission decision that will eventually allow two more homes to be built on a residential lot owned by a prominent local businessman.

Maurice L. McAlister, chairman of the board of Downey Savings & Loan Assn., said he plans to sell his home and the two undeveloped lots that resulted from the subdivision, which won approval from the Planning Commission on Nov. 20. The property is on Haledon Avenue.

More than 10 homeowners who live in the vicinity protested the decision Monday, telling the council they were concerned that additional families in the area would cause more noise, parking and traffic problems.

City Atty. Peter M. Thorson advised the council that the 10-day period for appealing the Planning Commission decision had expired and no further action could be taken.

The residents maintained that they were never notified of the Planning Commission hearing, and that the council should consider their opposition to its decision.

Downey officials said they properly notified area residents.