PC Minutes 1990-01-162
Arroyo Grande Planning Commission Meeting
January 16, 1990
The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman
Carr presiding. Present are Commissioners. Flores, Moore, Gallagher, and Fischer.
Absent are Commissioners Soto and Brandy. Also in attendance are Planning
Director Liberto - Blanck and Current Planner Spierling.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Jim McGillis, Surveyor, San Luis Engineering, 133 Bridge Street, expressed
concerns regarding Coleen Kubel's house, 510 Ide Street (a flag lot), which has
been red tagged by the Building Department. He stated the discovery of a road
right -of -way through the flag lot requires that the house be set back an
additional 10 feet. He further stated that a Variance application has been
submitted and should be heard by the Planning Commission in March, and expressed
concern about being able to continue construction and protecting the existing
new wood framing to minimize damage. He requested this item be discussed at the
end of tonights meeting.
Planning Director Liberto - Blanck indicated that in order for this item to
be placed on the agenda, the Planning Commission would have to make findings that
the issue is "urgent ", and fourth- fifths of the Planning Commission would have
to vote in favor of putting the item on the agenda. She also mentioned that
the Building Department was under the Fire Chief, therefore, Mr. McGillis should
contact Doug Hamp.
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -455 /ARCHITECTURAL
REVIEW CASE NO. 89 -434; SECOND RESIDENTIAL UNIT OVER GARAGE AT 290 RIDGEVIEW WAY
(ED CHADWELL)
Current Planner Spierling advised that the public hearing on this item has
been continued by the Planning 'Commission on several occasions due to the
holidays and the applicant being out of town. Mr. Spierling reviewed staff
reports of October 17, 1989, and November 7, 1989. The Staff Advisory Committee
recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use
Permit Case No. 89 -455, subject to the findings and conditions of approval in
the resolution and secondly, make a minute motion, approving Architectural Review
Case No. 89 -434.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for Use Permit Case No. 89 -455 had been duly published and property owners
notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Ed Chadwell, 290 Ridgeview Way, Applicant, spoke in favor of the Use Permit
being granted. He commented he realizes that the process was done backwards,
however, originally it was intended as an office and extra bedroom.
Hearing no further comments for or against the project, Chairman Carr
declared the hearing closed.
Current Planner Spierling advised that under State Law, in order to deny
a second residential unit findings must be made that public health, safety or
welfare will be jeopardized. If the Planning Commission did deny this project,
the kitchen would have to come out and Mr. Chadwell would have to apply for a
variance because height limits were also exceeded.
After a few brief questions, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1265
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO.
89 -455, APPLIED FOR BY ED CHADWELL, LOCATED AT 290
RIDGEVIEW WAY TO CONSTRUCT A SECOND RESIDENTIAL UNIT,
ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND INSTRUCTING THE
SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Fischer
and by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Fischer and Chairman Carr
NOES: Commissioner Gallagher
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto and Brandy
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January 1990.
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On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Chairman Carr, motion
carried with one "no" vote, ARC 89 -434 was approved subject to the conditions
and findings of the staff report dated January 16, 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - SIGN PERMIT CASE 89 -92, PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM AT 100 TRAFFIC WAY
(VILLAGE CREEK PLAZA III /MID COAST LAND COMPANY)
Current Planner Spierling stated this item was continued from the Planning
Commission meeting of December 5, 1989. He reviewed the staff report dated
December 5, 1989.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for Sign Permit Case No. 89-92 had been duly published and property owners
notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Steve Wise, M Group Architects, representing the owner of the building and
tenant, commented on the various reasons for the location and height of the
sign. He stressed that they were not in the village and should not be required
to conform to the requirements ofthe village. Mr. Wise stated the project is
part of the Village Creek Plaza Center and should be similar to what is already
there.
Hearing no further comments for or against the Planned Sign Program,
Chairman Carr declared the hearing closed
Current Planner Spierling advised the that the Staff Advisory Committee
reviewed this application and recommends adopting a resolution denying the
Planned Sign Program, if approved, the findings must be made in the affirmative
and the conditions of approval listed in the staff report of December 5, 1989,
incorporated into the resolution.
Chairman Carr and Commissioner Soto agreed that the sign was consistent
with the sign ordinance and met City standards.
After a brief discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1266
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING A PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM, CASE NO.
89 -92, APPLIED FOR BY MID COAST LAND COMPANY (VILLAGE
CREEK III), AT 100 TRAFFIC WAY, AND ADOPTING A NEGATIVE
DECLARATION
On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Gallagher, and
by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, and Chairman Carr
NOES: Commissioner Fischer
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto, and Brandy
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -464, CONSTRUCT A GUEST HOUSE
OVER GARAGE AT 571 S. TRAFFIC WAY (REYNOLDS AND FAYE RITCHIE)
Current Planner Spierling reviewed the staff report of January 16, 1990,
indicating the Staff Advisory Committees' recommendation for approval, subject
to findings listed in the staff report dated January 16, 1990.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for Conditional Use Permit Case No. 89 -464 had been duly published and property
owners notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Hearing no comments for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Carr
declared the hearing closed.
After a brief discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1267
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OR ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO.
89 -464, APPLIED FOR BY REYNOLDS AND FAYE RITCHIE, 571
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S. TRAFFIC WAY, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
INSTRUCTING THE SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
On motion by Commissioner Gallagher, seconded by Commissioner Flores and
by the following roll cal to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, Fischer, and Chairman Carr
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto and Brandy
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - SIGN PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -95 (REVISION TO ARC 86 -374), REQUEST
TO AMEND ARC 86 -374 AND REDESIGN EXISTING SIGN TO ALLOW FOR A LARGER SIGN AT
1057 GRAND AVENUE (THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE)
Current Planner Spierling reviewed the staff report of January 16, 1990,
indicating Staff's concerns and recommendations. He stated the Staff Advisory
Committee recommends the Planning Commission adopt the draft resolution
approving the project included with the agenda packets.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for Sign Permit Case No. 89 -95 had been duly published and property owners
notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
After a brief discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1268
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING SIGN PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -95
(REVISION TO ARC 86 -374), APPLIED FOR BY THE DOCTOR'S
OFFICE AT 1057 GRAND AVENUE, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
AND INSTRUCTING THE SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
On motion by Commissioner Gallagher, seconded Commissioner Flores, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, Fischer, and Chairman Carr
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto and Brandy
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -460 /SIGN PERMIT CASE NO. 89-
91, PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM FOR REMODELED HOSPITAL AT 345 S. HALCYON ROAD (ARROYO
GRANDE HOSPITAL)
Continued to March 6, 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - PD REZONE CASE NO. 89- 218 /LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT CASE NO. 89 -480,
ADJUST LOT LINES BETWEEN 4 LOTS; AND PD REZONE TO REFLECT SAID ADJUSTMENTS,
LOTS 221 TO 224 IN THE ROYAL OAKS TRACT NO. 1390 (ASSESSORS'S PARCEL NO. 07-
017-08, 09, 10, AND 11)
Current Planner Spierling reviewed the staff report of January 16, 1990.
He advised that the Staff Advisory reviewed the proposal and their
recommendation is that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council,
approval of the PD Rezone and Lot Line Adjustment.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for PD Rezone Case No. 89 -218 and Lot Line Adjustment Case No. 89 -91 had been
duly published and property owners notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing
open.
Keith Crowe, Engineering Development Associates, representing the
applicant, spoke in favor of the PD Rezone and Lot Line Adjustment.
There being no further comments for or against the proposed rezoning and
lot line adjustment, Chairman Carr declared the public hearing closed.
After a brief discussion, the following resolution was adopted
recommending approval to the City Council.
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RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1269
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF AN
AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 355 C.S. ROYAL OAKS
ESTATES TO MODIFY EXHIBIT "A"
On motion by Commissioner Fischer, seconded Commissioner Flores, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, Fischer, and Chairman Carr
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto and Brandy
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January, 1990.
RESOLUTION NO. 90 -1270
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT CASE NO. 89 -480 BETWEEN LOTS 221, 222, 223,
AND 224 IN TRACT 1390, APPLIED FOR BY DON MCHANEY AND
BOB CANTRELL
On motion by Commissioner Fischer, seconded Commissioner Flores, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, Fischer, and Chairman Carr
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Soto and Brandy
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 16th day of January 1990.
PUBLIC HEARING - PARCEL MAP CASE NO. 89 -483, LOT SPLIT TO CREATE TWO LOTS AT
1131 FAIR OAKS AVENUE (KIRBY GORDON)
Contract Planner John Ashbaugh reviewed the staff report dated January 16,
1990. He stated a letter, dated January 16, 1990, was received by the applicant
indicating his agreement to continuance of this item. Current Planner Spierling
pointed out the continuance is necessary because of the inadequacy of the
traffic report.
Mr. Ashbaugh reviewed several letters from surrounding neighbors opposing
the proposed lot split. He stated that the proposal was reviewed by the Staff
Advisory Committee, and their recommendation is for denial, however, if the
Commission should decide to discuss the project, it should be continued to their
March 6th meeting.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing
for Parcel map Case No. 89 -483 had been duly published and property owners
notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Noel Higa, Engineering Development Associates, representing the applicant,
spoke in favor of the proposal, stating that it does meet R -1 zoning
requirements. He briefly addressed traffic and drainage concerns, stating that
a soils report has been prepared.
Jack Faught, 1125 Fair Oaks Avenue, stated he is concerned about
maintenance of the 15 foot easement and the need for some type of agreement to
maintain the easement. Mrs. Kellerman, 1129 Fair Oaks Avenue, stated she
objects to the lot split.
Scott Preston, 1127 -A Fair Oaks Avenue, and Melvin Caldwell, 565 Woodland
Drive, were in favor of the proposed lot split.
Kirby Gordon, applicant, spoke in favor of the proposed lot split. he
stated he would be in favor of a maintenance agreement for the access easement.
Chairman Carr stated he was not prepared to approve or deny this project
tonight. He referred to the need for additional information on traffic, and the
need to review the findings. he also expressed concern about the retaining wall
and the amount of fill.
After further discussion, on motion by Commissioner Moore, seconded by
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Commissioner Flores, and carried with none "no" vote, this item was continued
to the meeting of February 20, 1990.
PLANNING DIRECTOR ITEM:
Viewshed Review Permit Case No. 89-14, 1231 Newport Avenue, Second Story
Addition to existing residence. Current Planner Spierling reviewed Staff Report
dated January 16, 1990. He stated that no comments were received from the
surrounding neighbors and, therefore, Viewshed Review Permit Case No. 89 -14 was
approved subject to 10 day appeal period.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned by Chairman Carr at 10 :35 pm
ATTEST:
Mary cllen L nin ./
Pla ning Commiss /r o. Clerk
Robert W. Carr
Chairman