PC Minutes 2008-02-19MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 19, 2008
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER - The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session
with Chair Ray presiding; also present were Commissioners Barneich, Keen, Marshall
and Tait. Staff members in attendance were Community Development Director, Rob
Strong, Associate Planner, Ryan foster, Assistant Planner, Jim Bergman, and Public
Works Engineer, Victor Devens.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
AGENDA REVIEW: No changes.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of February 5, 2008 were approved as written
on a motion by Commissioner Barneich, seconded by Commissioner Marshall; the
motion was approved on a 5/0 voice vote.
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Joey Racanno, Member of California Ocean Outfall
Group, stated concerns with urban runoff specifically related to the Morro and Chorro
Creeks which in turn directly impact the ocean.
B. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS AFTER AGENDA PREPARATION
1. Letter received February 19, 2008 from Morgan Rafferty, Executive Director of
ECO SLO, regarding Agenda Item II.B., Tentative Tract Map 07-002, Hidden
Oaks.
II. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
A. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 07-002; APPLICANT — GREG NESTER
CONSTRUCTION; LOCATION — 451 HIDDEN OAK ROAD
Associate Planner, Ryan Foster, presented the staff report for a proposed subdivision of
two parcels totaling approximately eleven acres into eleven lots for a single-family
phased development. Mr. Foster then discussed specific environmental concerns,
esthetics, grading solutions with respect to building pads and building heights,
inclusionary housing/in-lieu fee requirements, the alternative map that had been
submitted that would be preferable and the option of having a clustered housing
development which may require a development code amendment. In conclusion, Mr.
Foster stated that staff is recommending that the Planning Commission review the
proposal, take public testimony, give direction to the applicant especially on the issues
stated and consider continuation of the project to a future date.
Mr. Foster answered Commissioner Marshall's questions:
• The Commission can recommend the tree replacement ratio for pine trees; there
was both a biological and health assessment of the trees.
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Mr. Foster answered Commissioner TaiYs questions:
• Regarding mowing for fuel modification before seeding of Pismo Clarkia in
September, this would be included in a fuel modification plan with a provision to
require mowing take place after seeding.
• Regarding the recommendation from the City Arborist for 15-gallon Afghan or
Italian Stone Pines for Pine tree replacement (MM-IV-4), and the concern that
smaller trees and more variety would be better for wildlife habitat and be more
disease resistant, this would be corrected from a replacement ratio for pine trees
from 1:1 to 3:1.
• The mitigation for the removal of trees regarding the Pine Grove could probably
be done as a phased project for mitigation.
• A clustered development at this site would probably be more in line with the
existing lot sizes in the area.
• Regarding light and glare — non-glare, low intensity lights could be required as a
mitigation measure.
• MM 3-1 can include language to state "Non-potable water should be used".
Mr. Devens answered Commissioner TaiYs questions:
• Concerning with drainage due to the increase in impervious surfaces, there will
only be an increase in the water that is directed toward the detention basin on
Canyon Way and that detention basin is designed to reduce the peak flow so
there will be no net increase to peak flows to that watershed.
Mr. Foster in reply to Commissioner Barneich:
• The grading will not come closer than 25 feet (at the closet point) to the oak
grove canopy; there are approximately 100 oak trees (half of the grove is on the
school site and half on the project site), bonding for the oak trees can be required
as a security feature.
• Clustering the development would not necessarily change the size of the houses.
• The area behind Salida Del Sol is designated open space in the General Plan,
but is still zoned Planned Development; the area behind that is the Tract 1998
property.
• What is meant by "affecting the scenic view of the area" as designated in the
General Plan, is to limit the impact from the public right-of-way view.
• The Redwood trees are not proposed to be removed.
• The Instant water heater requirement is relatively new.
Mr. Foster in Reply to Chair Ray:
• This property was never zoned open space (incorrectly stated in the letter from
Richard & Diane Nott).
• If a development code amendment is sought for this proposal it would apply
Citywide to these zoning districts, but would be by discretionary approval.
Chair Ray opened the public hearing for public comment.
Greg Nester, applicant, stated the challenges they had due the topography of the site
and described the benefits associated with clustered development and how this would
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make the development a more balanced job; they would be happy to design the homes
on a lot-by-lot basis with stepped building pads in line with existing grades; he
suggested the public visit the site and look at the trees; he did not think there were more
than 50 oak trees on site; he would promote more native planting such as Coastal Live
Oaks. In conclusion, Mr. Nester discussed concerns regarding Pismo Clarkia.
Mr. Nester's reply to Commissioner Keen:
• They had not yet designed the project, but clustering would help all of the
concerns with Pismo Clarkia and the oak tree area.
Mr. Nester's reply to Commissioner Tait:
• There is a path through to Lot 10 for a driveway so no oaks would have to be
removed.
Mr. Nester's reply to Chair Ray:
• A building pad design that is fitted for each lot would work the best due to the
steeper grades.
In reply to Chair Ray, Cannon Engineering confirmed that no discussions had begun yet
with the owner of the property where the basin on Canyon Way is located.
Kevin Merck, Rincon Consultant, in reply to Commissioner Barneich, regarding Morgan
Rafferty's letter, explained that::
• The Monterey Pine in this area should be viewed as a horticultural specimen
and not a rare plant as the grove of Monterey pines in this location have been
planted here.
• Staff has deemed the Negative Declaration as the appropriate CEQA document
for this project after doing an Initial Study and the biological impacts should be
able to be mitigated including the pine grove.
In reply to Commissioner Marshall:
• Regarding using a phased approach for removing and replacing trees there is
already a residence on the site and a lot of disturbance in the area.
In reply to Commissioner Tait:
• After review of the site he does not see this site as a movement (wildlife) corridor;
there is also a large school site and homes connecting to the areas.
• You will always be able to find evidence of a few Pismo Clarkia, especially on the
James Way 1998 Tract; they had looked for all kinds of potential habitats in an
oak woodland ecotone and if it had been there they would have found it.
In reply to Chair Ray:
• In our search for Pismo Clarkia we established a 25-foot buffer off the oak
woodland as potential Pismo Clarkia area and then another 25 foot beyond that
area.
Steven Hauck, 420 Hidden Oak Road, stated he was not in favor of the project
(documented in his letter to the City); the project is not consistent with other estate lots
in the area and would have a significant impact on the vistas of the surrounding
communities; how would the existing drainage, which is the responsibility of the Village
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Glen Home Owner's Association to maintain, handle the additional flow from the
proposed project? He had concerns regarding the additional traffic and safety of
children and how this would be mitigated; CC&R's should be pre-determined; concern
for debris and dust that would be created with the development. He further stated that
the road on Hidden Oaks in Village Glen area should extend through to Rodeo Drive
and that they should share the additional traffic; there is a left turn going into the
property, but no exit when leaving to get into traffic going down James Way; he does
not understand the notion of a clustered development, but would like the project pushed
back off the ridge line; he would like to encourage a full EIR.
James LeGrand, 412 Hidden Oak Road, stated when grading was taking place for the
school site their house was covered with dust continuously until citations were issued; in
addition, the trucks were driving too fast and the company had to come out to monitor
this; this will be too much of an impact on their neighborhood.
Joan LeGrand, stated additional concerns and that when the house in the cul-de-sac
was being built their complaints about the dust were ignored; it will be difficult for trucks
to make left hand turns going up James Way; why not use Rodeo Drive; existing
residents coming down the hill drive too fast; there should be an EIR required and the
City should pay for it; if there is no HOA how will we collect fees for the use of the water
basin; we lived through six months of dirt previously and now we may have to live
through this again; they did not receive a notice of the proposed project and they would
be affected more than people who live on Quail Ridge.
Ira Hughes, 203 Canyon Way, stated his mother in law lives at 451 Hidden Oak Road,
she has not driven for the past five years as she is blind, bedridden and needs 24 hour
care, 7 days a week. The Village Glen project produced an area (above the proposed
project area) of fill that is a hard pan and nothing will grow on it, hence my mother-in-law
has been threatened to be sued by Rancho Grande neighbors for water running into
their culverts; hopefully in future the water will stay on site; a plan has already been put
in place (electricity and sewers lines all the way up to the driveway of this property);
once this proposal is completed there will no longer be a dusty site. Regarding the
Pismo Clarkia, nothing much grows on the thin watershed this property has, but the City
mandates us to mow every year; he has not seen Pismo Clarkia for 17 years; he does
not believe there is 100 oaks on this property, most of the trees are on the school site;
seven trees were removed last year due to pine canker; Village Glen originally had
three oak trees and now there are hundreds; any project that is approved will bring in
hundreds more trees; he would like to see a well planned top for the hillside, rather than
the vacant weed-filled area; this project could be a fantastic addition to the City.
Joey R. Racanno, Ocean OutFall Group, stated that dead trees have nesting habitat so
should be looked at as environmentally sensitive; the proposed project will create
sprawl and with the addition of paving everything will run downhill; the existing trees in
the corner of the site abut other trees and are part of a contiguous environmentally
sensitive area; Coyotes are at the top of food chain and are apex predators; Monterey
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Pines and oaks are sensitive nesting areas; there is a 50% chance that there are listed
Pismo Clarkia species; it is a folly to rely on in-lieu fees; inclusion of green build should
be taken into consideration; if there is a DCA for a clustered development — do not
dedicate the open space without the word "natural", it must be natural open space.
Carl Goldman, 125 Rodeo Drive, lives adjacent and below the proposed project, stated
concerns that Lot 6 would destroy their view and pier down into their backyard; he is not
in favor of allowing access through Rodeo Drive as residents in the cul-de-sac
understood that it would remain as a cul-de-sac; he and his wife have asthma and
allergies and the dust from the proposed project is a big concern; there will be a greater
impact than what is being stated; traffic concern is huge; this proposal needs to be
reviewed very carefully; with sensitivity and concern for all neighbors.
Joan LeGrand spoke again stating that there is a lot of wildlife in the area and it's wrong
to say there are not a lot of animals in this vicinity.
Chair Ray closed the public hearing for public comment.
Commission Comments:
Barneich:
• She grew up on Canyon Way and she remembers the areas surrounding the
proposed project, where most of the comments have been received from, and
they used to look just like the proposed project site; she would have loved the
whole hillside to stay in its natural state, but the way that it is zoned is for houses
and it is the Planning Commission's job to make sure the proposed project is
done right.
• She has concerns with the heights of the building pads, the removal of the pines,
making sure that the oak trees are protected during construction and whether it is
determined that Pismo Clarkia is present.
• She is interested in clustered development - it might make for a better project
with open space around it.
• If this project does go forward the ARC will go over it with a fine tooth-comb and
the public is invited to attend their meetings.
• She would like to add a condition regarding tree removal to make sure trees are
not removed until absolutely necessary.
• She would like to see bonding for protection of the oak trees during construction.
Keen:
• He is in agreement with Commissioner Barneich regarding the Pine and oak
trees; he would like to see the Pines removed and replaced with a native Coastal
Live Oak rather than different types of pine; a native tree would enhance the
area.
• He has a real concern with the building heights, especially on the lower ones
where the building pads are proposed to be raised; there needs to be a better
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grading plan to mitigate this; there is no reason for the houses to be two-story
with the size of the building lots.
• Regarding inclusionary housing, he does not think this area would be suitable for
this type of housing; it may be better if the applicant paid an in-lieu fee or find
another place for the inclusionary housing.
• This is a prime example of a good site for clustered development as it would
eliminate a lot of the problems and retain a huge open space area.
• The Pismo Clarkia issue will work itself out when it is determined whether or not
it is present.
• When Village Glen was built it created a huge amount of grading and dust so the
neighbors really cannot stop a project due to this reason as the same thing
happened when their houses were built.
Tait:
• There are some big items to consider with this project — Pismo Clarkia, tree
removal, drainage, viewsheds, affordable housing, which will all come back to us
at a future date.
• Public concern regarding the dust can be minimized by mitigations.
• Dead trees do have value, but fire is also a concern.
• He sympathizes with the neighbors who were under impression from their
Developer that this site would never be built on.
• Clustered development has some major advantages.
• He is also not sure this site is the correct site for affordable housing.
Marshall:
• He has heard the complaints of the neighbors and appreciates what it is like to
live next door to a construction site as he has been through that himself;
however, construction of the school site was done by the School district and not
subject to City standards - hopefully City standards will be better able to address
the valid concerns that were raised.
• Traffic safety concerns should be brought to the attention of Public Works; the
suggestion of a left turn from Hidden Oaks onto James Way (a merge pocket)
would be most helpful and should be looked at.
• He is not comfortable with the building pad heights as shown on the grading plan;
his preference would be to have the lots sold as sloping lots and let more hillside
style construction be designed appropriate to each lot; any two story design
would be subject to ARC review or have it conditioned to be subject to the
Viewshed Review process.
• He would like to propose a tree management plan that would specify where the
replacement trees will go and the type of trees to be replaced and when they
would be planted; he agreed with Commissioner Barneich that trees should not
be removed until construction activity is occurring in the immediate vicinity.
• He supports the idea of a clustered development; it will address the concerns of
the adjoining neighbors as it will allow the houses to be set back away from
them.
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• He likes the idea of using Rodeo Drive as part of the access to the site; there are
11 homes which is not a great increase and maybe half of the new homes could
be accessed off the two streets.
Ray:
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She is generally in support of the development of this site — it's practically infill.
She is also very uncomfortable with the 2/1 sloped pads; also 2-story would not
be a good fit with a rural area such as this; she would like to encourage the
applicant to bring a 3-D rendering next time the Commission reviews this project.
She likes the idea of a clustered development and it is the right thing to be
looking at; she does have a concern with a development code amendment
because of its Citywide implications.
Regarding the drainage there will have to be a HOA to help pay for this.
Her recommendation was that the Pines be removed, but she liked the
suggestion for phased replanting; maybe a bond could be in place to help pay for
this.
She agrees that this site may not be suitable for inclusionary housing and an
offsite in-lieu fee may be better.
She agrees that a connection from Hidden Oaks through to Rodeo Drive would
make a natural flow-through for traffic there.
She had problem with the Initial Study as some of the items reviewed are not yet
known and until we do know she is not sure whether an EIR would be required or
that she is okay with a mitigated negative declaration either. Clustering may
address some of the concerns.
In reply to a question from Commissioner Marshall, Mr. Foster stated the project could
be rescheduled and re-noticed due to concerns by the neighbors, in May or June after a
survey of the Pismo Clarkia has taken place.
Mr. Strong stated he sensed that the Commission were in favor of a clustered
development and a development code amendment would probably have to be initiated
for this to proceed.
Commissioner Marshall made a motion, seconded by Chair Ray, to continue
consideration of the project to a date uncertain and recommend that the City initiate a
Development Code Amendment to provide for a clustered subdivision in this zoning
district.
The motion was approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Marshall, Ray, Barneich, Tait and Keen
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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8:10 p.m.
Chair Ray excused herself from the meeting due to a conflict of interest with Item II.B
and stated that Vice Chair Keen would be taking over for the remainder of the meeting.
The Commission took a 10-minute break.
8:20 p.m.
The Commission resumed the meeting with Vice Chair Keen presiding.
B. AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 08-001; APPLICANT —
CAMP ARROYO GRANDE; LOCATION — 250 WESLEY STREET
Assistant Planner, Jim Bergman presented the proposal to replace six aging cabins and
one dorm style building which are scattered across the 29-acre campground with six
new cabins to be clustered in the center of the camp near the recreation field and pool
area, stating there are over 1,300 oak trees on the site. The project would require the
removal of 9 oak trees and 5 pine trees. As mitigation measures staff has been working
with the applicant to form a program to grow oak trees on site in conjunction with a
volunteer group in the City, not only for the Camp, but for other projects in the City. Mr.
Bergman then discussed the condition of the existing trees and the trees to be removed
and recent changes to the conditions: 1) Condition No. 10 was added which requires
the interior roads to be of a width and surface acceptable to the Fire Chief; 2) Condition
No. 25 is deleted as there will be no increase in water use; 3) MM 2.2 may be revised to
leave the size of the replacement trees to the discretion of the Parks & Recreation
Director as in some cases 5 gallon trees may grow faster then 15 gallon trees. In
conclusion, Mr. Bergman stated that staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt
a Resolution approving the Amended Conditional Use Permit.
Commission questions:
Marshall:
• He would like the "Light & Glare" (in the Initial Study) to be included as a
condition also.
• In the Initial Study regarding "Noise", instead of saying "The project use and
capacity remains unchanged", it would be more complete to say "the activity is in
the vicinity of the site where the residences are the closest, but due to the
elevation difference there still would be no greater impact".
Tait:
• Asked for clarification on Condition No. #25 regarding any increase in water
demand. Mr. Bergman stated they do use low flow water fixtures, but this
condition requires the applicant to either pay an in-lieu fee to retrofit other off site
residences or facilities, or go out and find retrofits.
• This site seems an ideal site for bio-filtering to be included for drainage. Mr.
Devens stated that during design this can be looked at.
• Condition #10, what type of surface is proposed for the interior roads and can the
least impervious surface be used? Mr. Bergman: It will be the type of material
that will allow emergency equipment to access the site in the worst weather
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� conditions, but will avoid the expense of paving. Mr. Devens explained that it
. would have to be a material that would allow water filtration but at the same time
ho/d up under wet conditions - such as structural turf.
• MM 2.8: This mitigation requires an adequate water supply to propagate oak
trees for five years, why five years? Mr. Bergman explained after that time there
would be a reassessment of the program - it was not to dismantle it.
• His biggest concern is the removal of the 7" oak tree; in regard to the Initial
Study, has the site been assessed by a qualified biologist to determine the "No
Impact" answers? Mr. Bergman stated a qualified biologist was not incorporated
in review of this project, but it was looked at by a diverse group of staff and no
huge issues were seen; when the trees are being removed a biologist must be on
site.
Barniech:
• Did the Fire Chief state that no trees should be located where cabins were going
to be? Mr. Bergman: Once the applicant start work they will come up with a
plan on where the trees will be located and SAC will also look at the entire plan
and review where the trees will go.
• How many of oak trees over 8" in diameter will be removed? Mr. Bergman:
Only one at over 8".
• Is there a way to save this tree and come up with an alternative plan? Mr.
Bergman: Everything has already been moved in order to save the one large
specimen tree.
Vice Chair Keen had no questions, but stated that he had toured the property with the
applicant. He then opened the public hearing for public comment.
Steve Tallant, applicant, stated that they were saving all the oak trees over 8". The oak
tree referred to by Commissioner Barneich is 7". He requested that MM 2.2 be changed
to have similar wording as MM 2.1 as they intend this to be a long-term vegetation
management plan. There are two secondary accesses to the property, the primary is
the old access into the Camp, the secondary access is off City Water Tank No. 1 which
is a fire road that goes along the perimeter.
In reply to Commissioner Marshall, Paul Carter, Director of Operations (program aspect
of the Camp), explained that it is better the cluster the cabins to allow for the security of
children, having the cabins closer enables this, it also minimizes the impact on the
Camp and allows them to function as a family group; new cabins have interior cabin
space instead of just sleeping space.
Mr. Tallant: Regarding Condition #16, they had requested a change to read "Seven
days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.", as most of the work will be done by
volunteers on weekends and this will meet the noise ordinance.
Ira Hughes, Boy Scout leader in the community and Member of the Camp Fire Board,
stated he was totally in support of this proposal as it benefits many youth groups; the
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c�uster idea is a wonderful plan; the existing buildings are post World War One buildings
and he hopes the Commission will support this.
Sandra Brazil, owner of property above Camp Arroyo Grande, the current plan still
includes removal of trees and they would like to keep more of the trees; acorns will not
replace the habitat for 100 years; she is glad that the development is being kept in the
interior.
Val McClure, member of Campsite committee, working since 2006 to raise funds to
meet this project, stated that they have received quite a lot of community support as the
Camp serves all youth groups — local as well as outside the area.
Andrew Christie, Chapter Director Sierra Club SLO County, requested continuance of
the hearing due to the absence of Chair Ray; clustering is a workable idea and may
mitigate the impacts that the development is going to have; however, in the absence of
a Cluster Development Policy you cannot say this as it is not known if there are
threatened of endangered species on this property; he suggested that the biological
study for Hidden Oaks be extended to include 250 Wesley Street and bring this
proposal back.
Doug LeSage, 297 Miller Way, stated concerns with fire and whether the new buildings
would be fire safe, what type of roofs they are and if there was soundproofing in the
walls. He then stated that control of guests has been good in the past and he welcomes
the improvements. �
Commissioner Keen stated that the new buildings would be fire sprinklered.
Joey Racanno, Ocean OutFall Group, commended the Camp owners for bringing in an
environmental curriculum; it is difficult project with the grading and tall pines; use of a
bioswale is a good idea; acorns do not replace the habitat that would be lost with the
tree removal; his biggest concern is the removal of a 7" oak tree and an effort should be
made to save it.
Bill Paulson, 220 Bell Street, employed at the Camp for nine years and so he is aware
of what goes on up there and approves of what is planned to be done.
William Stempson, Manager of Methodist Camp in Orange County; stated that lives are
changed (7,000 people have been through this Camp) and these lives are just as
important as the one 7" oak tree.
Tim Brown, 125 Nelson Street, stated Steve Tallant modified his plan after hearing the
concerns of staff; he is for the preservation of oak trees, but no mitigation is perfect and
this one does not completely take up the loss; the Methodist Camp has affected his
family greatly and has been a service to many; the basic plan is a good one. He asked
for the Commissioners support.
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Janet Summers, site advisory council for the Camp; she has three boys that were raised
at the Camp; it has changed lives; non profit groups come to the Camp; it's in a unique
setting, safety is a big issue — clustering is a great idea.
Tom Agin, construction volunteer, stated the Camp will not lose any of its beauty with
the loss of the trees as many more will be planted; the tree replacement will make it
more wonderful.
Jim Dickens, 769 Branch Mill Road, stated his support of the revised project; he had
reviewed the project for Steve Tallant and had advised him to minimize the loss of trees
which he did; this Camp is a jewel to the City of Arroyo Grande; the Methodist
Conference is prepared to put money into upgrading the Camp; the bioswale idea is
good, but this site is a bioswale (valley) already; the clustering of the cabins and where
they proposed has been done from a programming point of view so they need to remain
where they are; this is a good project.
Steve Tallant stated that one of the mitigations is that a biologist is hired before grading
is begun.
Vice Chair Keen closed the public hearing for public comment.
Commission comments:
Tait:
• It is important to hire a biologist before grading is started.
• MM 2.1 should state that acorns grown from local trees shall be used (delete the
wording "when possible".
• Avoiding tree removal is paramount; the design should fit into the landscape;
however, "no tree removal" is unrealistic in this situation so minimizing the impact
is what is happening.
• The oak tree nursery will benefit the City and the children participating in the
program; helping children develop a first hand love for nature and this Camp will
play an important role in this.
Marshall:
• He is in support of the project as proposed; the project was modified to minimize
the tree removal; only 9 trees out of 1,300 are being removed; he understands
the concerns of the neighbor and Sierra Club, but it would not be reasonable to
ask them to modify further.
• He listed the modifications requested and asked the Commissioners opinion on
Tait's proposal to delete MM 2.1
Barneich:
• After visiting the site she agrees that the cabins need replacing and was glad to
see the revised plan saving more trees and the proposed oak tree nursery
program.
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• She disagrees with Mr. Raccono as he played down the importance of the oak
tree program; the City Arborist has been interested in starting a program exactly
like this and has been talking to her about it for the last few years.
• She likes the idea of clustering the cabins for the safety of the children.
• Agree with Commissioner Marshall's requested changes to the conditions.
• She would like to have the other Commissioner's opinion on the bioswale as this
is not an urban setting with a lot of run off.
Keen:
• Clustering for security reasons is very important and will also facilitate sanitary
sewer lines.
• He is comfortable with Commissioner Marshall's proposed changes.
• The bioswale is not necessary as there is no large parking lot so this project does
not warrant it.
Tait:
• The roads that will be to Fire Department standards will not be totally impervious
and there is not much of it so he agrees that a bioswale would not be necessary.
• He would like his request regarding the acorns (MM 2.1) be included.
Commissioner Marshall had a concern regarding the neighbors and stated he was not
one hundred percent convinced that the hours of construction should be changed.
Commissioner Tait stated if we get complaints we can reconsider the hours.
Commissioner Marshall made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Barneich to
approve Amended Conditional Use Permit 08-001, with the following changes:
• Modify Condition #10, regarding interior roads.
• Modify Condition #16, to incorporate weekends and change the hours from 8:00
a.m. to 5: p.m.
• Delete condition #25.
• Modify MM 2.1, delete wording "when possible".
• Modify MM 2.2 as requested by the applicant to revise language to mirror MM
2.1.
• Add a condition regarding the light and glare from the cabins.
• Update the comment in the Initial Study about noise effects.
and adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 08-2057
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING AMENDING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT 08-001, APPLIED FOR BY CAMP ARROYO GRANDE,
LOCATED AT 250 WESLEY STREET
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The motion was approved on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Marshall, Barneich, Tait, and Keen
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Chair Ray
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 19 day of February 2008.
III. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS None.
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IV. NOTICES OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS: SINCE FEBRUARY 19, 2008:
None.
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS None.
VI. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEMS AND COMMENTS: None.
VII. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR COMMENTS AND FOLLOW-UP:
None.
VIII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p.m. on a motion by Chair Ray, seconded by
Commissioner Keen.
ATTEST:
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LY REARDON-SMITH,
SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION
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(Minutes approved at the PC meeting of March 18, 2008)
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