PC Minutes 1989-10-178:4
ARROYO GRANDE PLANNING COMMISSION
OCTOBER 17, 1989
The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Vice Chairman
Flores presiding. Present are Commissioners Soto, Moore, Gallagher, Brandy and
Carr. One vacancy exists on the Commission. Also in attendance are Planning
Director Liberto- Blanck, Current Planner Spierling and Attorney Ralph Prince.
ELELTION OF CHAIRPERSON
Vice Chairperson Flores opened nominations for Chairperson of the Planning
Commission. On motion by Commissioner Soto, seconded by Commissioner Moore,
and unanimously carried, Robert Carr was nominated for Chairperson. Hearing no
further nominations, Vice Chairperson Flores declared the nominations closed,
and announced that Robert Carr was elected Chairperson of the Planning Commission
for the fiscal year 1989 -90.
Chairman Carr assumed the chair.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Terry Boe, 234 Tally Ho Road, read a letter dated October 12, 1989 opposing the
James Way extension, General Plan Amendment #89 -1.
PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDED PARCEL MAP CASE NO. 88 -470, JOHN R BEC E RA, 350 WALNUT
STREET - THIS ITEM IS CONTINUED UNTIL NOVEMBER 7, 1989 AT THE REQUEST OF THE
APPLICANT.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -462, UNITED METHODIST CHURCH,
250 WESLEY STREET - KITCHEN ADDITION TO RECREATION CAMP.
Current Planner Spierling advised that at the meeting of October 3, 1989 the
Planning Commission reviewed this Conditional Use Permit and then continued the
Public Hearing so that the Fire Department could be contacted regarding condition
of _approval number six (6) dealing with re- construction of the fire hydrant.
The Fire Department revised condition number six to read, "The applicant shall
provide a City standard fire hydrant with a minimum of 1250 GPM flow, in a
location selected by the fire department, prior to final occupancy." This
condition will be less costly than the original condition but will still require
an extension of the existing water main that the applicant has not budgeted for
in the project. The Fire Department is quite adamant that this condition be
imposed to assure fire safety in the campground.
Staff Advisory Committee recommends that the Planning Commission approve this
Conditional Use Permit with the findings and conditions of approval listed in
the staff report dated 10/03/89. Condition number six should be modified as read
and written in the Resolution for approval.
Commissioner Soto advised that he would have to abstain due to conflict of
interest.
After being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that Conditional Use Permit
Case No. 89 -462 had been duly published and property owners notified, Chairman
Carr declared the public hearing open.
Jeff Dillon, architect for Methodist Campground, stated that the applicant agreed
with the need for a hydrant on the west half of campground and felt that it would
fit in with some future plans that they have.
Hearing no further comments, Chairman Carr declared the public hearing closed.
The following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 89 -12 4 5
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING CCM*IISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO.
89 -462, APPLIED FOR BY THE CALIFORNIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE
OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 250 WESLEY STREET, FOR
ADDITION OF NEW KITCHEN FACILITIES AND ADOPTION OF A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
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On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Gallagher, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Moore, Gallagher, Brandy and Carmissioner Carr
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Soto
ABSENT: None
The foregoing resolution was adopted this 17th day of October 1989.
PUBLIC LURING - CONRDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -461, PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM
AND VARIANCE CASE NO. 89- 139, REQUEST TO EXCEED THE PERMITTED NUMBER AND
aMJLATIVE AREA OF SIGNS ALLCWED IN THE C -2 ZONE, ARROYO TOWN & COUNTRY SQUARE
(ROUND TABLE PIZZA), 1412 GRAND AVENUE.
Current Planner Spierling stated that on September 5, 1989 the Planning
Commission held a public hearing on this request to modify the planned sign
program for the Arroyo Town and Country Square. During the September 5th
meeting, the Planning Commission directed the applicant to submit a variance
application along with the conditional use permit because the proposal did not
meet the sign standards. The applicant has revised his plan to show a sign that
is more in keeping with the character of the monument signs in the complex.
Proposed sign now has stained wood faces and cabinet bottom. The lettering is
proposed to be red with multicolored flags. The existing Town and Country
Square sign is ivory in color. However, the monument signs for Lucky and
Payless have white background with red lettering. The applicants have also
suggested adding a section to the existing sign criteria for this sign plan
program. In reviewing this proposal, it is necessary to review each procedure
separately and in order to approve the revised plan sign program, (conditional
use permit) the variance must first be approved. The variance is required for
three reasons:
1. Round Table Pizza currently has 2 legal signs and a number of illegal
signs. As a condition of approval the illegal signs would be removed, but
with the addition of the pylon sign, Round Table Pizza would still exceed
the number of signs permitted.
2. The allowed cumulative square footage of signs is exceeded by this
proposal. Based on their building frontage, Round Table Pizza is allowed
37.5 square feet of signage. Existing, legal signage totals 112 square
feet and the proposed sign would add another 56 square feet.
3. The sign ordinance specifically prohibits monument signs for tenants of
a shopping complex.
Current Planner Spierling advised that staff would like to reiterate that other
merchants in this center may request similar signs if this sign is approved.
Mr. Spierling further stated in order to approve the variance and conditional
use permit the Planning Commission must make the following findings for
approval.
Variance:
1. There are exceptional circumstances applying to the subject property,
including size, shape, topography, and surroundings which do not apply
generally to other land, buildings or uses in the same district.
Finding #1 for the variance is a generalized condition, staff was not able to
came up with a specific exceptional circumstance. If this is to be approved,
the Planning Commission needs to discuss this finding and make a specific
finding, as to what exceptional circumstance can be found to necessitate this
sign.
2. The granting of this variance is necessary for the preservation and
enjoyment of substantial property rights of the applicant.
3. The granting of the variance will not, under the terms and conditions of
this particular case, materially affect adversely the health or safety of
persons residing or working in the neighborhood, and will not be
materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to property or
improvements in said neighborhood.
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4. The granting of this variance will not be contrary to the General Plan.
Conditional Use Permit:
1. The proposed signs are consistent with the intent and purpose of Section
9- 4.2407 of the Zoning Ordinance as it relates to Planned Sign Programs.
2. Signs are visually compatible with the buildings they identify by
utilizing materials, colors or design motif included in the building.
3. Proposed signs complement other existing or proposed signs on the site by
using common design elements, such as materials, letter style,, colors,
illumination, sign type or shape.
4. Signs are compatible with surrounding land uses and will not obscure
adjacent conforming signs.
5. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan's statement and
intent.
6. The proposed use is consistent with the zoning designation as outl'.i.ned in
the C -2 zone.
7. The site is adequate in shape or size for the proposed use, as it oan meet
all the setback and parking requirements.
8. The proposed use will not have an adverse effect on the use of surrounding
property.
9. The proposed use will not have a significant adverse impact on the
environment, including fish, wildlife or their habitat, therefore, the
planning department has drafted a negative declaration.
10. The proposed use will not be injurious or detrimental to property'and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare of the City.
11. The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the proposed use will-not
be detrimental to the health, safety, comfort and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing for
Conditional Use Permit Case No. 89 -461 and Variance Case No. 89 -139 had been
duly published and property owners notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing
open.
Saeed Keshtgar, 1150 16th Street Los Osos, applicant for the signs, spoke in
favor of the signage, stating that signs were needed due to lack of visibility;
customers were unable to find Round Table.
Jack Stafford, 105 Burton Circle, Santa Barbara, representing ownership of the
shopping center which was purchased approximately 3 months ago, stated that they
are not pleased with the signage and are anxious to bring the shopping center
into compliance.
There being no further comments from the audience, Chairman Carr closed the
public hearing.
After considerable discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-1246
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE TO DENY VARIANCE, CASE NO. 89 -139, APPLIED
FOR BY ROUND TABLE PIZZA LOCATED AT 1412 GRAND AVENUE.
Commissioner Soto made a motion for denial of Variance Case No. 89 -139. Motion
was seconded by Commissioner Moore, and by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Soto, Moore, Gallagher, Brandy and Chairman Carr
NOES: Commissioner Flores
ABSENT: None
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On motion by Commissioner Soto to deny Conditional Use Permit Case No. 89 -461,
seconded by Commissioner Clark, and by the following roll call vote, to wit:
RESOLUTION NO. 89- 1247
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE TO DENY CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO.
89- 461, APPLIED FOR BY ARROYO TOWN AND COUNTRY SQUARE
(ROUND TABLE PIZZA) AT 1412 GRAND AVENUE, FORA PLANNED
SIGN PROGRAM.
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Soto, Moore, Gallagher, Brandy and Chairman
Carr
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Chairman Carr advised the Variance Case can be appealed to City Council within
10 days.
PUBLIC HEARING - LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT CASE NO. 89 -481, L. E. C UIDOTrI, 251
OORBEIT CANYON ROAD, ADJUST LOT LINES BETWEEN PARCELS B AND C OF PARCEL. MAP ALAL
83 -089.
Current Planner Spierling advised the application is for a lot line adjustment
between lots B and C of Parcel Map 83 -089, recorded in February of 1984. If
approved, this lot line adjustment would increase the size of former parcel C
from 40,000 square feet to approximately 70,000 square feet. Parcel B would be
decreased in size from 160,289 square feet to approximately 130,000 square feet.
The RA -B3 zoning of the site requires minimum lot sizes of 40,000 square feet.
This lot line adjustment meets the requirements of the zoning ordinance.
Mr.' Spierling referred to one modification staff would like to make to one of
the conditions of approval. Public Works Department condition of approval #5,
'states that "the applicant shall dedicate ", that should be modified to read that
"the applicant is requested to dedicate ". With that revision,. the Staff
Advisory Committee recommends the Planning Commission adopt the resolution
approving the proposed lot line adjustment and adopting a Negative Declaration
and instructing the clerk to file a Notice of Determination.
Commissioner Flores stated that these two parcels came before the Planning
Commission several years ago, at which time there was some concern about
elevation of the parcels and also potential for flooding of Tally Ho Creek into
the properties along Tally Ho Road. Since that time the properties have been
built up. He inquired what has happened in the meantime to get permission to
do that much fill? Current Planner Spierling stated that it has been under
review by Public Works Department through grading procedures.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing for Lot
Line Adjustment Case No. 89 -481 had been duly published and property owners
notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
JimMcGillis, surveyor with San Luis Engineering spoke in favor of the lot line
adjustment. Mr. McGillis stated that all the lot line adjustment does is move
the line, and whatever is there before is there afterward.
Hearing no further comments from the audience, Chairman Carr declared the
hearing closed.
After a short discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 89-1248
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANTING CCt*1ISSICN OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT CASE NO.
89 -481 LOCATED AT 251 CORBET CANYON ROAD APPLIED FOR
BY L. E. GUIDOTTI, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND
INSTRUCTING THE SECRETARY TO FILE A NOTICE OF
Db;171 MINATION.
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On motion by Commissioner Soto, seconded by Commissioner Flores, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Soto, Gallagher, Brandy and Chairman Carr
NOES: Commissioner Moore
ABSTAIN: None
the foregoing resolution was adopted this 17th day of October 1989.
PUBLIC HEARING - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -455, ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
CASE NO. 89 -434, ED CHADWELL, 290 RIDGEVI W WAY.
Current Planner Spierling advised that the applicant has constructed a 484
square foot second residential unit atop an existing two car garage. Second
residential units have not been defined as accessory uses. Therefore, the
height limits for accessory units which is 14 feet do not apply to second units:,
There are 2, two car garages, therefore, adequate parking is provided on the
site for the second residential unit and the existing house, since only 3
covered units are required. The second residential unit is a studio type unit,
with a bathroom, a kitchen in one area and just a large open living area. The
unit is accessed by a exterior stairway and a deck. The colors and materials
used in the construction of this second unit match the other structures on the
lot. All setbacks and building coverage requirements comply with the zoning
ordinance. Staff Advisory Committee recommends Planning Commission adopt the
resolution approving the project subject to findings and conditions of approval.
Mr. Spierling stated staff found out, after advertizing this project, that
the applicant might be out of town. If the Planning Commission does not wish
to approve the project without the applicant being present, staff recommends
that this item be continued unit the November 7th meeting to allow the applicant
the opportunity to address the Planning Commission. After confirming that the
applicant was not present, on motion by Commissioner Gallagher, seconded by
Commissioner Brandy, and unanimously carried, Conditional Use Permit Case No.
89 -455 and Architectural Review Case No. 89 -434 was continued until November 7,
1989.
PUBLIC HEARING - PD REZONE CASE NO. 89-217, ZONE CHANCE FROM PD PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT ZONE TOR-1/PD SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE, DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR
30 SINGLE F11MILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS. TENTATIVE TRACT 1769, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
CREATING LOTS RANGING IN SIZE FROM 6,000 SQUARE 1i 1' TO 14,000 SQUARE E1 11,
FARROLL AVENUE (HERB PHILLIPS)
Current Planner Spierling advised that this project site was part of the Stem
Annexation that became part of the City of Arroyo Grande in 1982. This
annexation included what is now the Bakeman Lane Tract and all of the property
between the site under consideration and the Golden West Place subdivision. As
part of the annexation process, this site was prezoned PD, Planned Development.
The project site is currently cultivated and produces strawberries. The owners
of the property wish to relocate their farming operations outside the
residential portion of the City. In order to relocate they are selling this
property and allowing it to be developed.
The applicant wishes to rezone the property to R -1 /PD and create 30 single
family residential lots with two small drainage basin lots for a total of 32
lots. This development will also result in the development of a section of Oak
Park Boulevard and two interior streets. Lots will range in size from 6C00
square feet to 14,200 square feet. Project density is tree (3) units per acre.
The Circulation Element of the General Plan for both Arroyo Grande and Grover
City show Oak Park Boulevard extending through this site. The applicant has
designed this section of the road so that it will align with the rest of Oak
Park Boulevard when it is developed. The applicant has also provided the same
street section as is being used in Grover City so that there is no difference
in the road width as it crosses city boundaries. The only difference is that
Arroyo Grande is requiring a six (6) foot public utility and street landscaping
easement behind the sidewalk.
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Within the tract, Noe Street (named for an early Arroyo Grande resident) will
be a cul -de -sac that provides access to 16 residences. The cul -de -sac will be
developed to City standards with a 52 foot right of way and curbs, gutters and
sidewalks.
The other interior street, Dixson Street (also named for an early City resident)
will be fully developed along the frontages of lots 17 through 30 but will not
have curb, gutter or sidewalk installed along the easterly tract boundary. It
is projected that Dixson Street will be completed and extended with the future
subdivision of the adjoining parcel to the east.
A traffic study was conducted for the project and the traffic engineer indicated
that the project would not significantly impact traffic in the area of the
proposed development, however the engineer made some recommendation which are
included in the conditions of approval. The traffic consultant did not look at
impacts on the backbone traffic system within the City since the developer has
agreed to pay a traffic mitigation fee of $2,656 per residential unit. (A
condition of approval has been included to cover this measure.)
A complete drainage study for this area was conducted in conjunction with the
development of tract 1050 (Bakeman Lane Tract). As a result of that study it
was concluded that this project would be required to provide on site ponding.
The developer has done that through the use of two small drainage basins located
on either side of Oak Park Boulevard at the north end of the tract. The
developer wishes to dedicate these basins to the City but the Parks and
Recreation and Public Works Departments do not wish to assume maintenance for
these basins.
Oak Park Boulevard,. which divides the site, necessitates the creation of a
number of lots with double street frontages. As a condition of approval an
access denial strip will be required along the lot frontages on Oak Park
Boulevard and Farroll Avenue. Thus many lots will have their back yards against
Oak Park Boulevard and Farroll Avenue. To provide these lots with privacy and
create a sense of continuity, the developer will be required to provide fencing
along these frontages as a condition of approval. Tract 1050 along Farroll
Avenue and a Grover City Tract along Oak Park Boulevard, just north of The Pike,
have six foot (6') high board fences with masonry or stucco pilasters at regular
intervals. While six foot (6') high fencing is not normally allowed adjacent
to , the public right of way, Staff feels that it is necessary in this case in
order to promote consistency and privacy. Also, the PD zone allows more
flexibility. Staff has also included as a condition of approval a requirement
for dedication of a six foot (6') public utility and street landscaping easement
behind the sidewalk. The fence will be constructed behind the easement thus the
landscaping in the easement will soften the effect of the fence.
Due to the agricultural history of this property, staff required that soil
samples be taken to determine if any residual pesticides were in the soil. The
consultant that prepared the study, Earth Systems Environmental, checked the
soil for organochlorine pesticides, organophosphorous pesticides, chlorinated
herbicides and triazine pesticides. Within these broad groups of pesticides
such well known products as DDT, Endosulfan, Chlorodane and PCB's were tested
for. The results of all these tests were negative.
Staff routed copies of the report to the County Agriculture Commission and Water
Quality Control Board, and no written responses were provided.
The Air Pollution Control District (APCD) was contacted regarding air quality
concerns with the development of this tract. The APCD felt that this project
, would not have a significant effect upon air quality. The APCD did recommend
that the developer provide access to the Soto Sports Complex. It is projected
at some future point in time that the Soto Sports Complex will eventually
. encompass the rear half of the City Maintenance Yard. There are future plans
, for the Soto Sports Complex to have a baseball field, restaurant facilities,
parking lot, and so forth in this general vicinity. The applicants will provide
temporary access and also provide a plan for permanent access. This
recommendation has been included in the conditions of approval.
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The developer for this project wishes to dedicate the two lots used as drainage
basins to the City. The Parks and Recreation Department does not wish to accept
the lots or the maintenance thereof unless they can be tied into the Soto Sports
Complex. The lot on the west definitely cannot tie into this complex, however,
the Public Works Department has expressed interest in the lot as a possible well
site. The lot to the east of Oak Park Boulevard could possibly tie into the
Soto Sports Camplex, however, there is a substantial elevation difference that
may make the tie -in not feasible. Planning Staff has drafted a condition of
approval that required the Public Works Director, Parks and Recreation Director
and project engineer to meet and discuss the above issues prior to recordation
of, the tract map.
Planning Director Liberto -Blanck advised that the City of Arroyo Grande has an
existing water resource of 3492 acre -feet. Due to the General Plan Update, it
is a good time to look at future water needs. We are concerned that other
cities have came close to running out of water and we do not want to get to that
point. Staff has prepared some preliminary numbers regarding water commitments.
It appears based on existing commitments we are close to utilizing our existing
water supply. Staff recommends that prior to any further large subdivisions
being approved, a detailed water report be prepared and the Council adopt a city
water policy. The legislative body has the authority to formulate that water
policy. Staff feels strongly that we need to cane up with something at this
point so that we know the direction we are going. Over the past four years
Public Works Department has been monitoring the increase in water use and it has
gone from 150 gallons per capita per day to 190 gallons per capita per day.
That is about a 27% increase in water usage. Our recommendation is that the
Planning Commission recommend the City Council formulate a city water policy
that might include such things as water conservation, education and other
methods to conserve "water. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission open
the public hearing, take testimony but continue this item until the Council does
formulate a water policy.
Commissioner Flores asked why the per capita increase.
Director Liberto -Blanck stated it is believed that one of the reasons for the
increase is increase water consumption due to the number of large lots being
landscaped. The average water usage is .78 acre feet per year, with the larger
lots using anywhere from .218 acre feet per year to 2.01 acre feet per year.
Upon being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing for PD
Rezone Case No. 89 -217 and Tentative Tract 1769 had been duly published and
property owners notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Bill Heath, Traffic Consultant for City of Arroyo Grande, the study assumes that
all 30 lots are fully built out, uses standard institute of transportation
engineer rates of slightly more that 10 trips per unit, this will result in a
total of 302 trips that are split along the day, with 23 occurring at AM peak
hour and 30 in the PM peak hour. After discussion with Paul Karp, Public Works
Director, it was mutually agreed that 75% of these trips would likely travel to
the east toward Elm, and 25% of the trips westerly towards city limits. Two
graphs have been prepared to indicate the impact on Farroll Road and Farroll
Avenue. At the entrance to the subdivision on Oak Park as it intersects with
Farroll, it is recommended that a left turn lane should be considered in the
future planning for this intersection, it is also recommended that the road be
centerlined, and that parking prohibited at least 50 feet back from the
intersection. In summary this 30 lot subdivision creates no changes in level
of service.
Jim McGil lis, Surveyor with San Luis Engineering, spoke in favor of the project.
Mr. McGillis reviewed the project, pointing out that this is the only segment
of Oak Park Boulevard within Arroyo Grande, making this a difficult property to
properly design. Mr. McGillis also gave background on the property stating it
has always been R -1 land.
Mrs. Chiyoko Okui, one of the land owners of this proposed project spoke in
favor of the project. Mrs. Okui advised that professional pest control
applicators will not spray this land anymore and that the owners have no other
alternative but to sell the property and farm elsewhere. Mrs Okui advised that
the property has a good underground basin of water.
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Carl Kempton, Oceano, spoke in regards to pesticides on the land and requested
a focused EIR under Section B in the Appendix because of public health and
illness and deaths of birds and animals.
Planning Director Liberto -Blanck stated that the Agricultural Commissioner
reviewed complaints associated with this project and advised that they were
unable to substantiate any of the complaints from South County citizens.
On motion by Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commission Flores, and unanimously
carried, the memorandum from the Department of Agriculture to the Board of
Supervisors from Richard Greek, Agriculture Commissioner, and also the letter
from Mr. Kempton requesting a focused EIR report, was entered into the records.
Earl Foster, 940 Rose Court Grover City, adjacent to the project property stated
he has lived there for 5 years with several animals and no illness or deaths
have occurred. Mr. Foster advised his main concern is with drainage inasmuch
as the lots on the project are higher in elevation than his property and also
he would like to see the lots deeper and larger with greater setbacks for more
privacy.
Jim McGillis advised that they would be more than willing to agree to single
story houses, and stated that have worked many subdivisions in the city under
Paul Karp, Public Works Director, and assured that no water will leave the
property and go onto the neighbors property.
Hearing no further comments fram the audience for or against the proposed
project, Chairman Carr declared the hearing closed.
Planning Director Liberto -Blanck advised that staff recommends that the Planning
Commission request a city water policy item be place on the next City Council
agenda.
Attorney Ralph Prince advised that the legislative body should formulate a water
policy prior to approving larger subdivisions. A discussion continued on the
legalities of water.
Commissioner Clark discussed water and pesticides.
After further discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 89- 1249
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING O(HMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 1769 FOR
CREATING LOTS RANGING IN SIZE FROM 6,000 S¢JARE FEET TO
14,000 STARE Ft'.
On motion by Commissioner Soto, seconded by Commissioner Moore to approve PD
Rezone Case No. 89 -217, Tentative Tract 1769 and the following roll call vote,
to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Soto, and Moore
NOES: Commissioner Flores, Gallagher, Brandy and Chairman Carr
ABSENT: None
Resolution denied by lack of a majority vote.
On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Soto and unanimously
carried Chairman Carr was requested to submit a letter to the City Council at
the next meeting requesting a urgency city water policy be formulated.
PUBLIC HEARING - REVISED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 89 -450, 444 TOYON COURT, A
PROPOSAL TO CONVERT LIBRARY INTO A BAR AREA IN A GUEST HOUSE (DREW BRANDY)
Commissioner Brandy indicated that he would abstain from voting on this project
since he was the applicant.
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Current Planner Spierling advised on April 18, 1989 that the Planning Commission
approved Conditional Use Permit Case No. 89 -450 for a guest house. The approved
plans show five (5) rooms including a room designated as a bar, however, at
staff's request the applicant revised his plans to show the library. The
applicant wishes to revert to the original plan and redesignate the library as
a bar and install counters and a bar sink rather than the approved bookshelves.
If the Planning Commission wishes to approve this amended conditional use
permit, they should adopt the resolution that was handed out prior to the
meeting which approves the revised conditional use permit, adopts a negative
declaration and instructs the clerk to file a notice of determination. In order
to adopt the resolution for approval the findings that must be made in the
affirmative.
After being assured by the Planning Commission Clerk that public hearing for
revised Conditional Use Permit Case No. 89 -450 had been duly published and
property owners notified, Chairman Carr declared the hearing open.
Drew Brandy, 444 Toyon Court, advised that he is requesting this revised
conditional use permit so the guest house may serve the needs of those who visit
for short term, and more importantly for his father on a longer term basis. Mr.
Brandy stated that the guest house is for guests and not renters. Staff has a
deed restriction signed by Security Pacific Bank, himself and possibly Mayor
Millis, stating that the guest house can not be used as a rental and would be
a violation to do so.
Planning Director Liberto -Blanck advised that a guest house does not need to
have a separate garage but it also cannot have kitchen facilities. A granny
unit can have a kitchen and has to have a garage.
Hearing no further comments for or against the revised conditional use permit,
Chairman Carr declared the hearing closed.
There being no further discussion the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 89 -1250
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING C WISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING REVISED CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT CASE NO. 89 -450, APPLIED FOR BY DREW BRANDY
LOCATED AT 444 TOYON COURT TO CONVERT LIBRARY INTO A
BAR AREA IN PREVIOUSLY APPROVED GUEST HOUSE
AND ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION.
On motion by Commissioner Flores, seconded Commissioner Soto, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Flores, Soto, Moore and Chairman Carr
NOES: Commissioner Gallagher
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Brandy
ABSENT: None
PLANNING DIRECTOR'S REPORT /DISCUSSION
Planning Director Liberto -Blanck advised the Planning Commission that Mr. and
Mrs. Caston's application which was a parcel map, has been appealed and will go
before the City Council next tuesday.
There has been a motion by the Mayor to nominate Sharon Fischer as the new
Planning Commissioner.
Commissioner Flores advised he will be absent at the next meeting November 7th.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business before the Carmission, the meeting was adjourned
by the Chairman at 11:05 P.M.
AWES?:
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Mar , 1)1 en Le'ninge
C �7� Robert W. Carr
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Coission Clerk Chairman