PC Minutes 2016-03-15ACTION MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 15, 2016
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 215 EAST BRANCH STREET
ARROYO GRANDE, CALIFORNIA
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair George called the Regular Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Planning Commission: Commissioners John Keen, Glenn Martin, Terry Fowler -Payne, John
Mack, and Lan George were present.
Staff Present: Community Development Director Teresa McClish, Associate Planner
Kelly Heffernon, Associate Planner Matt Downing, and Secretary
Debbie Weichinger were present.
3. FLAG SALUTE
Commissioner Mack led the flag salute.
4. AGENDA REVIEW
None
5. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
None
6. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
7. CONSENT AGENDA
7.a. Consideration of Approval of Minutes.
Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of
March 1, 2016 as submitted.
Action: Commissioner Mack moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Planning Commission
Meeting of March 1, 2016, as submitted. Commissioner Keen seconded, and the motion passed on
the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Mack, Keen, Fowler -Payne, Martin
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
George
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.a. CONSIDERATION OF APPEAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION CASE NO. 16-001;
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW 15-012 AND MINOR EXCEPTION 15-008; REVISED PLANS FOR
TWO MIXED-USE BUILDINGS; LOCATION - PAULDING CIRCLE (EAST VILLAGE PLAZA);
APPLICANT - DEBLAUW BUILDERS; APPELLANT - DILLER RYAN
Associate Planner Heffernon presented the staff report and recommended that the Planning
Commission adopt a Resolution denying Appeal Case No. 16-001 and approving Architectural
Review 15-012 and Minor Exception 15-008.
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Associate Planner Heffernon and Community Development Director McClish responded to
questions from the Commission regarding the proposed project.
Diller Ryan, Appellant, said the three story is not appropriate for the site, parking is a problem,
expressed concern with the increased parking requirement generated from the three story project,
and is opposed to the project.
Duane DeBlauw, DeBlauw Builders, presented the history of the project parking study, stated the
proposed project meets the parking requirements, stated he could provide the parking easement for
Lot 4, and responded to questions from the Commission.
Michael Peachey, representative, MW Architects, explained the height of the lots/roof and
responded to questions from the Commission on the proposed project.
Chair George opened the public hearing. Upon hearing no comment, Chair George closed the
public hearing.
The Commission spoke in support of the Architectural Review and Minor Exception.
Action: Commissioner Keen moved to adopt a resolution entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DENYING THE APPEAL; (APL
16-001) OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR'S DECISION TO APPROVE
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW 15-012 AND MINOR EXCEPTION 15-008; LOCATION — PAULDING
CIRCLE (EAST VILLAGE PLAZA); APPLICANT — DEBLAUW BUILDERS; APPELLANT —
DILLER RYAN'. Commissioner Mack seconded and the motion passed on the following roll call
vote:
AYES: Keen, Mack, Fowler -Payne, Martin, George
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEM
9.a. CONSIDERATION OF STAFF PROJECT 16-002; INTERPRETATION OF SIGN ORDINANCE
REGARDING SPONSORSHIP BANNERS NOT INTENDED TO BE VIEWED BY THE GENERAL
PUBLIC; LOCATION — SOTO SPORTS COMPLEX; APPLICANT — CITY OF ARROYO
GRANDE
Associate Planner Downing presented the staff report and recommended that the Planning
Commission review the Sign Ordinance and provide an interpretation regarding the placement of
sponsorship banners at the Soto Sports Complex.
Associate Planner Downing and Community Development Director McClish responded to questions
from the Commission.
Chair George invited public comment. No public comments were received.
Individual Commissioners provided the following comments: banners are appropriate for
advertisement, asked specifically where banners would be hung i.e. can they be seen in public view
from Ash Street, and the signage should be appropriate for children.
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Action: Commissioner Martin moved to adopt a resolution entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE INTERPRETA TING THAT THE
DISPLAY OF SPONSORSHIP BANNERS ON INTERIOR FENCING AT THE SOTO SPORTS
COMPLEX IS CONSISTENT WITH EXEMPT SIGNAGE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 16.60.050
OF CHAPTER 16.60 OF TITLE 16 OF THE ARROYO GRANDE MUNICIPAL CODE".
Commissioner Keen seconded and the motion passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Martin, Keen, Fowler -Payne, Mack, George
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9.b. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Community Development Director McClish presented the staff report and recommended that the
Planning Commission elect a Chair and Vice Chair to hold office effective its first meeting in April
2016, and continuing until its second regular meeting in March 2017.
Commissioner Keen nominated Lan George as Chair.
Action: Upon hearing no further nominations, Commissioner George was elected as Chair upon
the following roll call vote:
AYES: Keen, Fowler -Payne, Mack, Martin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Commissioner George nominated John Keen as Vice Chair.
Action: Upon hearing no further nominations, Commissioner Keen was elected as Vice Chair upon
the following roll call vote:
AYES: George, Fowler -Payne, Mack, Martin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS SINCE FEBRUARY 16, 2016
None
12. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None
11. COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
In answer to Commissioner Fowler -Payne, Associate Planner Downing stated that there were two
items presented at the last ARC meeting: 1) Architectural Review and Minor Exception for a two-
story residence located on Short Street and 2) Preliminary review of the Draft Design Guidelines
for the E. Cherry Avenue Specific Plan. He stated that the next ARC agenda will be available on
the City's website at www.arrovogrande.org.
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Commissioner Mack stated he attended a Bridge Street Bridge Community Meeting earlier in the
month. Community Development Director stated there is not another community meeting
scheduled at this time, but staff will let the public know of the next community meeting.
In answer to Commissioner Fowler -Payne, Community Development Director McClish gave an
update on the Swinging Bridge and stated staff anticipates the bridge opening before the
Strawberry Festival.
13. ADJOURNMENT
On motion by Commissioner George, seconded by Commissioner Keen and unanimously carried,
the meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
DEBBIE WEICHING R
SECRETARY TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
(Approved at PC Meeting April 5, 2016)
AN OEORGE, CHAIR