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PC Minutes 1980-08-051 1 ARROYO GRANDE PLANNING COMMISSION August 5, 1980 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Gorsline presiding Present are Commissioners Cole, Gerrish,Moots and Pilkington. Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian are absent. Planning Director Castro is also in attendance. ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA Planning Director Castro advised that Item #11, Lot Split'Case No. 80 -332, 229 Miller Way, is being requested for continuance. Mr. Castro further advised that he would like to present the final development plans for the new Arroyo Grande Fire Station for the Commission's information under "Communications ". ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 1980 -81 Chairman Gorsline advised that Election of Officers for the Planning Commission would be continued until all of the Commissioners are present. REQUEST FOR ONE YEAR EXTENSION -LOT 5, TRACT 604, OAK PARK ACRES. (KVIDT) Planning Director Castro referred to a map of the Oak Park Acres development, noting that Mr. Kvidt is requesting a 12 month extension for the lot split to enable him time to put the package together. Mr. Castro stated that staff doesn't see any problem with granting the extension, and noted that the development plan hasn't changed. After a brief discussion, on motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Com- missioner Cole, and unanimously.carried, granting a 12 month extension on Lot 5, Tract No. 604, Oak Park Acres. PUBLIC HEARING - CONTINUATION -USE PERMIT CASE NO. 80 -300, 28 UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT IN THE "R -G" GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT, 1133 MAPLE STREET. (WOOD) Planning Director Castro advised that the applicant's architect was not present at the Architectural Review Committee meeting when the plans were reviewed and the Committee found that there is a problem in interpreting how the phasing of the de- velopment will actually take place. The Committee would like to see each phase de- fined separately depicting what the remaining uses of the property will be. He stated the Committee was concerned because unless we get a phase by phase plan of what will remain and what will be deleted as the project goes on, it is hard to determine whether we are dealing with commercial and office traffic. Mr. Castro further stated he would recommend that the driveway be increased to at least a 20 ft. minimum to allow for adequate space for emergency vehicles; this could be achieved by slightly reducing the rear yards or the landscaping. Also, in his opinion, there should be at least two trash receptacle areas. Mr. Castro pointed out that the plans do not provide for recreational facilities and he, personally could not recommend the pro- ject without it. He further noted that there is no pedestrian access being provided to the recreation area unless you go through the parking area to the trash receptacle area and, in his opinion, there should be a clear definition of pedestrian walkway between the recreation facilities and the units themselves. He further stated that the drainage is in a very low spot and staff was concerned as to how that is going to be worked out and would like to see some sort of a drainage plan for the property. Mr. Castro stated that the setbacks are satisfactory; the density is in accordance with the General Plan, and the applicant is providing guest parking in accordance with the City's policy. In view of the above noted concerns, Planning Director Castro requested that the matter be continued and referred back to the Commission at their next meeting. Mr. Jenee, 180 Walnut Street, commented with regard to the commercial use on the property and the density concentration in the area. He requested that the Com- mission look at these problems very, very, carefully, noting in his opinion this is going to create a problem on Elm Street, and also the fact that the elderly complex is proposed for that area. Chairman Gorsline stated he too was concerned about the mixed use, and that the architect has heard the staff concerns regarding the proposal which would enable him to correct those concerns and have the revised plans ready for the next meeting of August 19th. PUBLIC HEARING- PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE, SEC. 9- 3.503, SUBSECTION (b), TO PERMIT THE USE OF OPTIONAL DESIGN STANDARDS FOR CONDOMINIUM PROJECTS. Planning Director Castro advised that the amendment to the Subdivision Ordinance would in essence, reduce the allowable square footage per unit for a condominium by 231 232 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 8 -5 -80 Page 2 permitting the use of the Optional Design Standards. As previously pointed out to the Commission, the Ordinance now reads that the Commission may allow lot sizes of not less than 4,000 square feet. Since the lot size is not the issue with condo- miniums, this section needs to be amended to permit a specific square footage to address the sale of condominium air space as provided by the condominium procedures. He noted that the minimum square footage of 700 square feet is being recommended, and that this would be the minimum square footage for a studio or a one bedroom unit, and can increase accordingly as the bedrooms are increased. He further stated that, in making this recommendation, he tried.to take into account some of the storage requirements as now provided by the condominium ordinance. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that Public Hearing for Amendment to Subdivision Ordinance Section 9- 3.503, Subsection (b), had been duly published and posted, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing open. Elizabeth Jackson, 208 Fair View Drive, stated with regard to the definition of bachelor or studio units, from her point of view it would be more appropriate to label the units as "studio" rather than "bachelor" units. Evelyn Tallman, 532 Carol Place, inquired as to why the Commission can approve this amendment, but they can't do any- thing about the second story on the Fuller /Davino project. Planning Director Castro advised that the Commission can review a project and make a recommendation that re- stricts the height of a building if they so wish.- There being no further comments, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing closed and restricted further comments to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Cole stated she would in favor of -a 500 square foot minimum. Planning Director Castro read the proposed amendment to be added to the Ordinance, as follows: "In the case of condominiums the Commission may authorize reduction in the minimum:' floor. area to not less than-500 square feet but with no increase in den- sity in the overall development ". Mr. Castro further commented that staff is recom- mending a Request for Negative Declaration be granted. After a brief discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -751 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION. On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Gerrish, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian. the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. RESOLUTION NO. 80 -752 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING AN AMENDMENT TO SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE, SECTION 9- 3.503, SUBSECTION (b). On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Gerrish, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. CONTINUATION -USE PERMIT CASE NO. 80 -297, CONSTRUCTION OF 22 UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT IN THE "R -2" DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, 1259 FARROLL AVE.(FULLER /DAVINO) Planning Director Castro referred to the plans and elevations for the project. He recalled that. one of•the concerns that. the Commission. had was on the drainage. He advised that. he had. checked with. City. Engineer. Paul Karp. and it appears that there is enough capacity for drainage purposes on the proposal as shown. Mr. Castro further advised that he personally cannot endorse the ponding of water on the property as Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 8 -5 -80 , Page 3 23'1 shown on the plan. He stated it was his impression that the owners of the property being used for ponding purposes for the adjacent tract could not be contacted; how- ever, he would like for the applicant to attempt to contact the property owner to see if something can be worked out so that the drainage can be directed from the pro- ject site to the existing ponding area. He further stated that if the only solution isthat the drainage be on -site then, in his opinion, there could be a better design of those ponding areas. Mr. Castro stated that, other than the above concerns, he has no quarrel with the project, and he feels' they have revised the plans to meet the City's require- ments for facilities. Chairman Gorsline stated he has always been concerned about on -site ponding, especially where there are going to be children. Mr. Dick Davino, 610 Cerro Vista Lane, commented that the ponding the architect has designed is one foot deep in the three areas in front and the two areas in the back, and he didn't see where the ponding could be too much concern with the youngsters. He further commented that this area is pure sand and percolates very well. The Architect for the petitioner briefly explained the drainage areas. He stated that when the drainage is calculated, it will be as per City requirements. He further stated that the petitioners have tried, without success, to locate the property owners adjacent to the project with regard to the ponding area, and they also have contacted the Grandmothers' Mobilehome Park regarding ponding, but were turned down. Commissioner Cole stated her understanding of Mr. Castro's comments is that the project is acceptable with the exception of the ponding, and she would be agreeable to the suggestion that the developers make a more concerted effort to find the owners of the property next to this development to see if something could be done to 'drain the project into that ponding area. Commissioner Gerrish suggested that if the Com- mission decides it wants to approve the development, that they go ahead and approve it and let the Planning Director and City Engineer work out the drainage with the developers. Chairman Gorsline commented that he would like to see a drainage plan come back to the Commission for review. Planning Director Castro advised that the granting of the Use Permit should be subject to certification of the amendment to Section 9- 3.503, Subsection (b) of the Subdivision Ordinance. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -753 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 80 -297. On motion-by Commissioner Moots, seconded by'Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline NOES: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner Gerrish ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. With regard to Architectural Review Case No. 80 -219, Planning Director Castro reviewed the conditions recommended in the staff report dated July 30, 1980. Mr. Castro pointed out that the elevations for the development show a rock roof and he suggested that perhaps a composition shingle roof might be more practical. The Com- mission expressed concurrence with this suggestion and requested that a composition shingle roof be required as a condition of approval. After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Moots, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and unanimously carried, approving Architectural Review Case No. 80 -219 subject to the conditions recommended in the staff report dated July 30, 1980, and with the ad- dition of the following: 9. Development approval subject to certification of amendment to Subdivision Ordinance Sec. 9- 3.503, Subsection (b). 10. Composition shingle roof to replace rock roof. PUBLIC HEARING -USE PERMIT CASE NO. 80 -301, 6 UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT, NORTHWEST CORNER OF SPRUCE AND ASH STREETS, IN THE "R -G" GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT. (VELAND) Planning Director Castro reviewed the plans for the proposed development. He advised that the parking requirements for each individual unit have been complied with, and guest parking is being provided on- street with sufficient spaces in ac- cordance with the Commission's policy. Mr. Castro pointed out that there are no 3L. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 8 -5 -80 recreational facilities for this particular project in that it is an extremely small project for the type of development and the Soto Sports Complex is right in front of the property, providing open space. He stated the only additional conditions he would add are (1) The concrete wall be treated in some way, such as plastered and capped to give it a finished look and, (2) that the wall be certified for structural requirements by the Building Department. Upon being assured by Planning Director mit Case No. 80 -301 had been duly published, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing open. ience either for or against the proposed Use hearing closed, and the following action was On motion by Commissioner lowing roll call vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -754 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 80 -301. Cole, seconded by Page 4 Castro that public hearing for Use Per - posted and property owners notified, Upon hearing no continents from the aud- Permit, Chairman Gorsline declared the taken: Commissioner Moots, and by the fol- Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline. None Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. With regard to Architectural Review Case No. 80 -229, on motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Moots, and unanimously carried, approving Architect- ural Review Case No. 80 -229 subject to the recommended conditions noted in the staff report dated July 30, 1980, as amended by adding.the following: #7. That the concrete wall be treated' in some way, such as plastered and capped to give it a finished look. #8. That the wall be certified for structural requirements by the Building Department. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, SEC. 9- 4.713, SUBSECTION (a), PERTAINING TO DENSITIES IN THE "R -2 ", DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT. Planning Director Castro advised that the proposed amendment in this case is merely modifying the square footage requirements from 2,500 square feet to 3,960 square feet to bring the Zoning Ordinance into conformance with the General Plan den- sity definition. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that the public hearing for pro- posed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 9- 4.713, Subsection (a), had'been duly published and posted, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing open. Upon hearing no comments from the audience, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing closed and the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -755 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION. On motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. RESOLUTION NO. 80 -756 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING AN AMENDMENT TO ZON- ING ORDINANCE, SECTION 9- 4.713, SUBSECTION (a). On motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 8 -5 -80 Page Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots,Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline NOES: .. None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian AYES: the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. PUBLIC HEARING- PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, SEC. 9 -4.813 PERTAINING TO DENSITIES IN THE' "R -G" GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT. Planning Director Castro advised that the proposed amendment is to modify the square footage requirements in the "R -G" District from 2,000 square feet to 2,562 square feet in order to bring the Zoning'Ordinance and General Plan into conform- ance. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that public hearing for the pro- posed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, Sec. 9 -4.813 had been duly published and posted, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing open. Upon hearing no comments from the audience, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing closed and the following action was taken: On motion by Commissioner Cole, following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: the foregoing AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Commissioners None Commissioners Resolution was RESOLUTION NO. 80 -757 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION. seconded by. Commissioner Gerrish, and by the Cole, Gerrish, Moots,Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline Fischer and Sebastian adopted this 5th day of August 1980. RESOLUTION NO. 80 -758 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING AN AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, SECTION 9- 4.813. On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Pilkington, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots,Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline None Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing'Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, SECTION 9- 4.913, SUBSECTION (a), PERTAINING TO DENSITIES IN THE "R -3" MULTIPLE FAMILY DISTRICT. Planning Director Castro advised that with regard to the "R -3" District, the proposed amendment is to modify the square footage requirements from 1,500 square feet to 2,178 square feet, which would bring the Zoning Ordinance and General Plan into conformance. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that public hearing for the amendment to the Zoning Ordinance had been duly published and posted, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing open. Upon hearing no comments from the audience, Chairman Gorsline declared the hearing closed and the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -579 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION. On motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: 235 236 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 8 -5 -80 Page 6 AYES:. Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. On motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Commissioner Pilkington, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Pilkington and Chairman Gorsline. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Fischer and Sebastian the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of August 1980. REQUEST FOR ONE YEAR EXTENSION - LOT SPLIT CASE NO. 79 -318, CERRO VISTA LANE. (ABEL) Planning Director Castro advised that the lot split in question concerns the large parcel of land at the end of Cerro Vista Lane adjoining the creek. He further stated that staff sees no problem with granting the °extension. After a brief discussion, on motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Pilkington, and unanimously carried, granting a one year extension on Lot Split 'Case No. 79 -318, Cerro Vista Lane. REVIEW OF PLANS FOR THE NEW ARROYO GRANDE FIRE STATION. Planning Director Castro advised that the plans for the new fire station have been reviewed and approved by the City Council, and are being referred to the Plan- ning Commission for their information. Architect for the project was present and advised the Commission that it will probably go to bid within 30 days. After a brief review, on motion by Commissioner Gerrish, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and unanimously carried, the plans for the proposed fire station were recommended for approval as presented. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM "FLAIR HOUSE" IN SANTA MARIA REGARDING HOUSING FOR ELDERLY AND OTHERS. Planning Director Castro advised that the Housing Element will be on the Plan- ning Commission Agenda for the meeting of August 19th and he felt it would be appro- priate to consider this matter at that time. REQUEST FROM FIDELITY SAVINGS & LOAN FOR TEMPORARY MOBILE OFFICE UNIT. Planning Director Castro advised that Fidelity Savings & Loan has to move from their temporary location to a mobile unit until their new building is constructed. He inquired of the Commission whether or not administrative approval for the tempor- ary unit could be given. After a brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Com- mission that the proposed temporary mobile unit could be approved administratively. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Commissioner Gerrish advised that he would be out of town at the next Planning Commission meeting. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned by the Chairman at 9:35 P.M. ATTEST: RESOLUTION NO. 80 -760 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING_ COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING AN AMENDMENT TO ZONING ORDINANCE, SECTION 9- 4.913, SUBSECTION (a).