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PC Minutes 1982-07-06ARROYO GRANDE PLANNING COMMISSION July 6, 1982 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Gerrish presiding. Present are Commissioners Benhardt, Carr, Cole, Moore, Moots and Pilkington. Planning Director Hays is also in attendance. MINUTE APPROVAL The minutes of the regular meetings of June 1, 1982 and June 15, 1982 were approved as prepared on motion by Commissioner Benhardt, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and unanimously carried. WELCOME TO NEW PLANNING COMMISSIONER Chairman Gerrish introduced Mr. Clark Moore, new Planning Commissioner, to the Commission. ELECTION OF OFFICERS Chairman Gerrish opened nominations for Planning Commission Chairman for fiscal year 1982 -83. Commissioner Moots nominated Bill Gerrish for Chairman. Motion seconded by Commissioner Benhardt. Commissioner Pilkington moved that nominations for Chairman be closed and the records show that Bill Gerrish is elected Planning Commission Chairman for the year 1982 -83. Motion seconded by Commissioner Cole and unanimously carried. Chairman Gerrish opened nominations for Vice Chairman for the fiscal year 1982 -83. Commissioner Pilkington nominated Gene Moots for Vice Chairman. Mr. Moots declined the nomination. Commissioner Benhardt nominated Pearl Cole for Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. Motion seconded by Commissioner Pilkington. Commissioner Moots moved that nominations for Vice Chairman be closed and the records show that Pearl Cole is elected Planning Commission Vice Chairman for the year 1982 -83. Motion seconded by Commissioner Pilkington and unanimously carried. CONTINUATION (PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED) - PROPOSED ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - "R -G" GARDEN APARTMENT RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, SECTION 9- 4.808(a) "MINIMUM YARDS REQUIRED ". Planning Director Hays advised that the proposed amendment has not yet been completed, and requested that the matter be continued to the next meeting. Chairman Gerrish announced that the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment regard- ing the "R -G" District would be continued to the next meeting of July 20, 1982. CONTINUATION (P:UBLIC HEARING CLOSED) - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 82 -338, VETERINARY CLINIC, 121 NEVADA STREET - IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT. (HARLEY A. BOOS, JR.). Planning Director Hays pointed out that at the last meeting the Planning Commission approved the requested use in the Central Business District, but continued the Use Permit application so that the applicant could meet with staff to develop appropriate conditions. Mr. Hays stated that he is working with the applicant's architect formulating some conditions relative to noise, parking, etc., and he requested that the matter be continued to the next meeting in order to finalize those conditions. The Commission concurred and Chairman Gerrish advised that Use Permit Case No. 82 -338 would be continued to the next meeting of July 20, 1982. COMMISSIONER MOOTS REQUESTED TO BE EXCUSED FROM THE NEXT AGENDA ITEM AND IS NOW ABSENT. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 82 -339, FAMILY AMUSEMENT CENTER, 1238 GRAND AVENUE IN THE "H -S" HIGHWAY SERVICE DISTRICT. (JAMES R. SMITH). Planning Director Hays advised that the applicant is applying for a Family Recreation Center at 1238 Grand Avenue; he is proposing approximately 13 video games in a portion of the building and will use the other portion for the sale of sporting goods. He stated his main concern with this use would be to make sure that this operation with the video games does not disturb the adjacent commercial operations. He recommended that the Commission consider a restriction on the hours of operation and require bicycle racks as proposed by the applicant. Upon being assured by Planning Director Hays that public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 82 -339 had been duly published and property owners notified, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing open. James R. Smith, 1035 Magnolia, applicant for the Use Permit, stated that the building has approximately 16000 sq. ft. of floor area and roughly one half of that will be put into use for the video games. He noted that there is ample room on the side of the building for a complete set of locking bike racks. He commented that he had checked with Mr. Bill Waters of Northern California Savings regarding the use, and Mr. Waters stated there is no problem. He also checked with Mrs. Howard of Clancy's and she had no objections. Mr. Smith pointed out that there will be at least two adults supervising the entire operation at all times. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 7 -6 -82 Page 2 Pat Gorsline, 1215 Priscilla Lane; Dallas Anderson, 1220 Grand Avenue; N e is Sorensen, 150 Ruth Ann Way; Nina Croswell, 1204 Priscilla Lane; Mrs. Hubbard, 1213 Brighton Avenue; Clarice Andrews, 1220 Grand Ave.; Mr. and Mrs. McOsker, 1203 Priscilla Lane; Mr. Frantik, 1207 Priscilla Lane; Mr. Henderson, owner of property directly behind this project; and Anna Sorenson, 150 Ruth Ann Way, spoke in opposition to the proposed use. Mr. Bill Lackey, 877 Todd Lane" spoke in favor of the requested use, stating he feels the young people would be a lot better off in an arcade where there is some supervision. There being no further comments for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing closed. In answer to Commissioner Cole's question regarding proposed hours of operation, Mr. Smith indicated that the opening time would be 9:00 or 10:00 A.M. and closing time during the summer hours would probably be 9:00 P.M., and 8:00 P.M. at the latest during the rest of the year. With regard to the noise, he stated that each of the units have a volume control, and there will not be much noise emitted from the machines. Commissioner Clark commented that there are several places in Arroyo Grande that already have some of these machines, and inquired if there have been any great number of complaints and if the Police Department has noticed any problems. Planning Director Hays stated he, personally, has not received any complaints on the operations, however, there was a problem when International Kites and Candies was located on Branch Street because of the number of bicycles on the sidewalk. Commissioner Cole stated that, if this becomes a permanent Use Permit, she feels that some type of fence or barrier may become necessary, however, she doesn't feel it should be required now if the permit is issued under a six month trial period. Planning Director Hays pointed out that he has been instructed by the Commission and Council to prepare an ordinance relative to this type of operation, however, it has not been completed yet, but it basically covers fees for the machines. Chairman Gerrish commented that the Commission could require that the applicant comply with the ordinance when it becomes effective. After considerable discussion regarding possible conditions to be placed on the Use Permit, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 82 -910 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 82 -339. On motion by Commissioner Pilkington, seconded by Commissioner Benhardt, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Benhardt, Carr, Cole, Moore, Pilkington and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Moots the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of July 1982. COMMISSIONER MOOTS IS NOW PRESENT. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 82 -340, CHURCH FACILITY AT 1133 MAPLE STREET IN THE RESIDENTIAL GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT. (CALVARY CHAPEL). Planning Director Hays advised that the applicants: submitted a plot plan, however the parking shown on the plan was not to City standards and is being revised. He requested the application be continued to the next meeting. Chairman Gerrish advised that Use Permit Case No. 82 -340 would be continued to the next meeting of July 20, 1982. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 82 - 341, FREE STANDING SIGN, 1198 GRAND AVENUE IN THE HIGHWAY SERVICE DISTRICT. (WILLIAM LACKEY). Planning Director Hays commented that the application is for a free standing sign at the Car Wash at 1198 Grand Avenue. He stated that, basically, he doesn't have any problems with the request for a sign and it is in con- formance with the ordinance regarding height, size and dimensions. He pointed out that the application submitted did not show the exact location of the proposed sign nor did it specify the type of materials to be used. Upon being assured by Planning Director Hays that public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 82 -341 had been duly published and property owners notified, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing open. 4.35 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 7 -6 -82 Page 3 Bill Lackey, 1198 Grand Avenue, briefly described the proposed sign noting that it will be an aluminum frame on a steel column. The sign face will be two sided with flourescent illumination and will be placed in the same location where the previous Standard sign was located. The colors will be as shown on the plan submitted. There being no further comments for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing closed. The Commission indicated they would like to see a sign comparable to the new Lucky /Payless signs, however, Mr. Lackey stated that the cost of such a sign would be prohibitive. Gene Laird, Santa Maria Neon, advised the Commission that the letters would be cut and glued on rather than painted on the sign face. After further discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 82 -911 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 82 -339. On motion by Commissioner Pilkington, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Moore, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gerrish NOES: Commissioner Carr ABSENT: None the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of July 1982. ADJOURNMENT. There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned by the Chairman at 9:20 P.M. ATTEST: Secretary - Chairman