PC R 18-2303 RESOLUTION NO. 18-2303
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DENYING WITH
PREJUDICE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 18-001;
LOCATED AT 1212 FLORA ROAD; APPLIED FOR BY
MURAT AKALIN
WHEREAS, the project site is an approximately 5.08-acre site located in the General
Agricultural (AG) zoning district and currently developed with a single-family structure; and
WHEREAS, the construction of an accessory dwelling unit is permitted in the AG zoning
district following approval of a conditional use permit in accordance with the Arroyo
Grande Municipal Code; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Conditional Use Permit 18-001 for the construction of
an accessory dwelling unit totaling 1,784 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the size limitations for accessory dwelling units in the AG district are
determined through the discretionary review process; and
WHEREAS, protection for continued agricultural operations and production is very
paramount on land zoned AG; and
WHEREAS, the proposed accessory dwelling unit is located adjacent to the undeveloped
portion of the site, which has the potential to impact current and future agricultural
operations; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this project in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the Arroyo
Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA and determined that the
project is exempt per Section 15303(a) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding new
construction of an accessory dwelling unit; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the project at a duly noticed public
hearing on May 15, 2018, and considered all written evidence and oral testimony; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission tentatively denied the proposed project,
necessitating staff to return with appropriate findings for denial; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
Conditional Use Permit Findings:
1. The proposed use is permitted within the subject district pursuant to the
provisions of this section and complies with all the applicable provisions of
this title, the goals, and objectives of the Arroyo Grande General Plan, and
the development policies and standards of the City.
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The proposed use is permitted within the Agricultural district pursuant to
Chapter 16.28 of the Development Code and the project complies with all
applicable provisions of the Development Code, the goals and objectives of
the Arroyo Grande General Plan including Policy Ag 1-4.1 of the Agriculture,
Conservation, and Open Space Element and the Bicycle and Trails Master
Plan, and the development policies and standards of the City.
2. The proposed use would not impair the integrity and character of the district
in which it is to be established or located.
The proposed use on the project site will impair the integrity and
character of the AG zoning district, which is primarily to provide for
and protect lands for agricultural crop production, grazing, limited
sales of agricultural support industries and services. The impact to
agricultural land resulting from the construction of the proposed 1,784
square foot accessory dwelling unit and the location of the structure
near to the middle of the productive portion of the agricultural property
will further constrain the site from fulfilling the primary purpose of the
AG zoning district.
3. The site is suitable for the type and intensity of use or development that is
proposed.
The site is 5.08 acres, which is smaller than the minimum lot size required in
the General Agricultural district. Construction of the accessory dwelling unit
will further constrain the site to be viable for agricultural purposes, and
therefore, the site is not suitable for the accessory dwelling unit.
4. There are adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and
services to ensure public health and safety.
The accessory dwelling unit will utilize City supplied water, sanitation, and
public utilizes and services that ensure public health and safety.
5. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare or materially injurious to properties and improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare, nor will it be materially injurious to properties or improvements in
the vicinity as it will comply with all applicable codes and standards of the
Municipal Code and in accordance with conditions of approval specifically
developed for the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based on the foregoing findings, the
Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande hereby denies with prejudice
Conditional Use Permit 18-001.
On motion by Commissioner Mack, seconded by Commissioner George, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
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AYES: Mack, George, Fowler-Payne, Schiro, Martin
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of June, 2018.
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GLENN MARTIN,
CHAIR
ATTEST:
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MATTHEW DOWNIN -
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
AS TO CONTENT:
TERESA LISH
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR