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PC Minutes 1977-09-06Arroyo Grande Planning Commission September 6, 1977 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Gerrish presiding. Present are Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots and Ries. Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer are absent. Also in attendance are Planning Director Castro and Planner Sullivan. MINUTE APPROVAL Upon hearing no additions or corrections, the minutes of the regular meeting of August 16, 1977 were approved by the Chairman as prepared. REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTIONS - LOT SPLIT CASE N0. 77 -276 1134 AND 1146 ASH STREET (LINDSEY ENTERPRISE). / Planning Director Castro advised that the proposed split on Ash Street is the last property to be developed in the area that is zoned "R -G ". He referred to the "Minor Subdivision Committee Action" of August 31, 1977 recommending approval of the project subject to the standard conditions. In his assessment of the Negative Dec- laration, Mr. Castro advised where he had stated it would appear that the impact of the noise level or dust problems would be minimal due to the fact that most of the surrounding lands are still in large ownerships and development appears to be scat- tered, another survey was made and there was more intensity in the immediate area, however, he still felt there would not be a great effect. He further stated that there are no development plans on file at this time for this project. Committee action on Lot Split Case No. 77 -276 was approved and ordered filed by the Chairman. REQUEST FOR NEGATIVE DECLARATION - LOT SPLIT CASE N0. 77 -276, 1134 AND 1146 ASH ST. After a brief discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 77 -552 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT DECLARATION. On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Ries, and by the follow- ing roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977. REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTION - LOT SPLIT CASE NO. 77 -277, 246 ALDER ST. (CROW). Planning Director Castro reviewed the ten conditions in the Lot Split Committee Report dated August 31, 1977, stating that most of the conditions are pretty stand- ard. He pointed out the intent of Conditions 2 and 3 is to not allow the sale of any parcel of land or any part of that easement to go with it, and that basically, the way it is worded is that the easement of Parcel A and Parcel B will overlap one another so that there can be no sale of the easement that serves the parcel of land. The easement is a road easement that will provide egress and ingress. After discussion, the "Minor Subdivision Committee Action" dated August 31, 1977 was approved and ordered filed. QUEST FOA NEGATIVE DECLARATION - LOT SPLIT CASE NO. 77 -277, 246 ALDER ST. (CROW). Planning Director Castro referred to the Negative Declaration Assessment pre- pared by the City Engineer and the Planning Department, and advised that the zoning and future land use does conform with the General Plan. After discussion, the fol- lowing action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 77 -553 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT DECLARATION. 397 398 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 -6 -77 On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Hitchen, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977. Page 2 REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTION - ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CASE #77 -146 1220 FARROLL AVENUE, (LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH). Planner Sullivan reviewed that the Architectural Committee met and considered the expansion of the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. He referred to the site plan, pointing out the main auditorium and new classroom facilities. Mr. Sullivan read the conditions of the Architectural Committee Action, dated August 31, 1977, and advised the parking meets the new standard of one space for every 25 square feet of the main sanctuary area Planning Director Castro advised that members of the Church that were present at the meeting requested deletion of the walk and landscape areas for the purposes of saving money, and the Committee felt this was not a serious omission from the plan, and recommended that a revised parking plan be submitted, subject to the approval of the Planning Director. After a brief discussion, Architectural Committee Action, dated August 31, 1977 was approved and ordered filed. REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTION - ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CASE NO 77 -147 ST. PATRICK'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, FAIR OAKS AVENUE. Planning Director Castro reviewed the revised plans for the new Catholic Church on Fair Oaks Avenue, pointing out that the Sanctuary itself has been changed from the original plans, however, the location of the Church site is the same as previously approved by the Commission. He further advised that the total seating capacity will be 543, which will require 181 parking spaces, and there are 213 parking spaces being provided on site; the parking lot will be broken with landscaping; and the elevations are of a simplified California Mission character. Mr. Castro pointed out that with regard to the drainage, it has been verified that the old drainage plan will conform to the new development so there is no need for re- submittal of a drainage plan. After review, Architectural Committee Action, dated August 31, 1977, was approved and ordered filed. PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING CASE NO, 77 -107 155 SO. ALPINE ST. FROM "RA -B3" RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO "R -1" SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (WALKER). Planning Director Castro advised that in reviewing the petition to rezone the property on South Alpine Street, the only concern that the staff would have at this time is that by proceeding with the "R -1" zoning on the subject property, it will create a spot zoning issue with the property that lies directly north of Mr. Miller's property which was recommended for "R -1" zoning recently by the Planning Commission. He stated it is the staff's feeling that the whole matter should be continued and that the Commission initiate a Resolution of Intention so that staff may proceed to look at the entire Land Use and Circulation element. Basically, what the concern is, is that by rezoning this parcel, it will be creating a landlocked situation until such time as the extension of Valley Road is continued on to Grand Avenue._ In look- ing at these properties, we feel that to allow the use to continue or remain in a single family residential use, will be encouraging ingress and egress from a com- mercial strip on to a residential area He advised that in order to resolve the overall zoning pattern and circulation, the staff felt it necessary to review the Miller property because that is the key property unless we are sure that the ex- tension of Valley Road would go through in a few years from now, but that doesn't look very likely. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that public hearing for Rezoning Case No. 77 -107 had been duly posted, published and property owners notified, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing open. Chairman Gerrish stated he couldn't see how the rezoning request of Mr. Walker's property affects any of the problems previously discussed The big problem is up by the highway, and he didn't feel anything talked about on Mr. Miller's property or the property above it is going to be affected by the request for "R -1" zoning. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 -6 -77 Page 3 Mr. LeRoy Sarwautari, 512 Launa Lane, stated he farms the east side of the property to be rezoned and he has no objections to the "R -1" district if the drainage is done properly, and stated he would prefer an 8 ft. masonary wall be constructed to protect the farmland, and also to protect the residents from pesticides, dust, etc. Mr. Sarwautari further stated he would like to see that wall continue on all future develop- ments in that area. Commissioner Hitchen advised that the petitioner is not propos- ing development at this time, but that when a map comes in on the property for develop- ment, Mr. Sarwautari's requests would be considered at that time. There being no further discussion for or against the proposed zone change, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing closed, and the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 77 -554 Z RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE AS PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 4 ZONING, ARTICLE 32 OF SAID CODE. On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Ries, and by the follow- ing roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977. REQUEST FOR NEGATIVE DECLARATION - REZONING CASE NO. 77 -107, 155 SO. ALPINE ST., FROM RA -B3" RES$DENTIAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT T(Y 'TR -1'r SINGIXTAMILY DISTRICT (WALKER). Planning Director Castro advised the Commission that the reports from both the Public Works Department and Planning Department had no objections to a negative declaration being granted, and as far as zoning is concerned,- it does conform with the General Plan. After a brief discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 77 -555 EIR RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT DECLARATION. On motion by Commissioner Hitchen, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977. Chairman Gerrish stated he would like to have the staff alert the City Council of the problems, and come up with some sort of recommendation with regard to the problem of circulation to those parcels which would have access on to Grand Avenue, and also the spot zoning issue on the property that lies directly north of Mr. Miller's property. On motion by Commissioner Cole, seconded by Commissioner Ries, and unanimously carried, the staff was directed to study this area with regard to the zoning and come up with a plan or ideas that would best fit the four parcels as noted in memo from the Planning Director dated August 31, 1977. PUBLIC HEARING USE PERMIT CASE NO 77- 266, 822 HUASNA ROAD, CONSTRUCTION OF A SECOND HOUSE G1 ONE LOT IN AN "R -2" DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (OUARESMA). Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that Use Permit Case No. 77 -266 had been duly published, posted and property owners notified, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing open. Planner Sullivan advised the Commission that there is an access easement to service an existing home on the back lot, and the request is to construct a second home in an "R -2" District. Mr. Sullivan further advised that the recommended con- ditions of approval would be: 1) that the flag drive be improved with a 2" A.C. 399 400 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 -6 -77 Page 4 paving to Public Works Department approval; 2) that the existing house and the pro- posed new house have individual water and sewer connections; 3) that the method of drainage of the improvement water be to Public Works Department's approval; and 4) that the site coverage shall not exceed 50% of the total lot area. There being no discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing closed, and the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 77 -557 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 77 -266. On motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the follow- ing roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977. PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE CASE N0, 77 -56, 204 ASPEN STREET, REDUCTION OF PARKING REQUIREMENTS IN AN' "R -G" GARDEN APARTMENT DISTRICT (PACE). - Planning Director Castro advised that this request for a variance stems from a misleading dimension regarding the development plans. During the Architectural Review of the apartment project, it was noted that the property dimensions from the front to the rear property line was 291 ft. long, and it was assumed that this dimension was from the front property line and not from the center line of the street. It was only after the construction of the apartment units that it was discovered that the property was short by 25 feet, which required elimination of the proposed tennis court and part of the parking area; the buildings have not been changed at all from the original intent. There have been some administrative changes in the parking and in the preservation of an old oak tree, and the location of a laundry facility; and these modifications were approved by Mro Gallop. There was no laundry facility noted on the plan but they have constructed one in the revised plan. Mr. Castro stated the question regarding the open space parking is the issue that needs to be resolved, and also the parking stalls of 9' x 20' are not in con- formance with the Ordinance. Mr. Castro pointed out that the Ordinance requires a total of 35 parking spaces, both covered and uncovered, and the plan modifications that the staff has come up with can only accommodate 32 spaces, which means that we are short three spaces. He further stated that it was his feeling the parking ratio of 1.7 per dwelling unit and the parking size stalls of 9' x 20 would be a- reasonable solution, and that the only other alternative would be to remove one of the apartment buildings. Upon being assured by Planning Director Castro that Variance Case No. 77 -56 had been duly published, posted and property owners notified, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing open. Don Bowman, 181 Aspen Street, inquired as to how many cars were going to be parked out on the street? Planning Director Castro stated that they would be three parking spaces short, however, it is difficult to respond to how many cars are going to be parked on the street. Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson, 208 Fair View Drive, stated her concern in cutting down on the parking could be setting a precedent for other developers. Planning Director Castro advised that the Planning Department will be instituting a different procedure revising the communication between the Planning Department and the Building Department and provide more of these site plan proposals so they know exactly what is going on; what the Architectural Review Com mittee has approved, and what the Planning Commission has reviewed. Madeline Steele, 1598 Hillcrest Drive, referred to the errors in building the garages on LePoint Street, and now the Commission is asked to O.K. something else that is not according to the rules and, this being the case, there should be some changes in the procedures. Mr. Paul Porter, 1220 Cedar Street, inquired if they are try- ing to shorten the parking spaces. Planning Director Castro advised the staff is suggesting that 9' x 20' parking stalls be approved instead of 10' x 20'. He further stated he felt the parking ratio of 1.7 is within reason; they have covered parking far all apartment units, but they are short 3 spaces of the open Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 -6 -77 Page 5 space parking. Fusa Yamaguchi, 1215 Cedar Street, stated in the original plans they proposed story units with two occupants per unit Planner Sullivan advised the original plans that were submitted were for one story row type apartments, and two weeks after those plans had gone to the Planning Commission for approval, Mr. Pace again resubmitted a totally different project and it went through the Architectural Review Committee and through this Commission. Mr. Bill McCann, 428 Tanner Lane, stated he hated to see situations where we start compromising with our City ordi- nance and he. hoped, as Mr. Castro stated, that this will be taken care of in the future. Mr. McCann further stated that maybe in this particular case we are better off to have a few less parking spaces and retain some of the green area Mt. Al Jackson, 208 Fair View Drive, stated he would like to know why it is that people can construct something and their plans are not firm to begin with; he inquired if the slip up is the City or the builder. There being no further discussion for or against the proposed Variance, Chairman Gerrish declared the hearing closed. Commissioner Ries commented that he gives up his time to sit on the Architectural Review Board and if there is a change, why aren't they consulted? Mr. Castro stated he agreed with Commissioner Ries, that if any modifications should occur, it should come back to the Committee. Planning Director Castro noted the four conditions recommended by staff if the Variance is approved. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO 77 -557 V RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A VARIANCE, CASE NO 77 -56. On motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and by the follow- ing roll call vote, to wit:. AYES: Commissioners Cole, Hitchen, Moots, Ries and Chairman Gerrish NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Harris and Vandeveer the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of September 1977, PRESENTATION BY SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE LAND USE ELEMENT' OF THE' COUNTY'S GENERAL PLAN. Mr. Bryce Tingle,, Senior Planner from the San Luis Obispo County Planning De- partment, advised that the County Planning Department is presently engaged in a comprehensive revision to the Land Use Element of the General Plan, which will affect all areas of the County, and the Zoning Ordinance is being revised into a Development Code which will implement the Land Use Element. A slide presentation was made by Mr. Tingle. Chairman Gerrish thanked Mr. Tingle for his presentation and stated he anticipated that the City staff, Ag Land Committee, and this Com- mission would have some input for the County. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE Planning Director Castro advised he had received a referral from the City Council with regard to the Tree Ordinance, and that staff will be reviewing it and report back to this Commission, as well as to the Parks and Recreation Com- mission. Mr. Castro further advised that a communication was received from Mrs. Carlson registering some concern with regard to the Crown Hill -Area, and she requested that a General Plan amendment take place. He advised he had met with Mr.- Butch and responded to her concerns and it was his feeling there isn't really much that can be done because, in reality, most of the land has already been planned.. With regard to the EIR on the Al Browne property, Mr. Castro advised the matter will be scheduled for the latter part of October or first part of November. Planner Sullivan pointed out that with regard to the EIR, after the Commission has had a chance to review it, Mro Browne has indicated he will take two Commissioners at a time and give them a tour of the property. 401 402 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 -6 -77 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commiss;•n, Chairm-'- Gerrish de- clared the meeting adjourned at 10:26 P.M. ATTEST: Page 6 Chairman 1 1 Chairman Moore asked the audience if they would like to address the Commission now before the Commission moved on to other items. Geegee Soto addressed the Commission and asked for further explanation on the develop - ment of Encinas Bonitas Park baseball field development. After a general discussion the Chairman appointed a: Sports Complex Committee with Jim McGillis, D. G. Porter, Commissioners Runels and Bentley, Geegee Soto, Velma Blankenberg and Bob Gallop. BOB GROSENBACH OF BABE RUTH. ENTERED DURING THE ABOVE DISCUSSION. SELECTION OF A NAME FOR THE NEW RECREATION BUILDING The Commission decided that the best name for the Recreation Building at this time would simply be Recreation Department. DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE FUTURE EXPANSION OF RECREATION .ESUIPMENT RENTALS After same discussion the Commission decided that the Recreation Department should limit rentals to the camping gear budgeted for 1977-78. It was recommended that the Recreation Department continue to . study the interest in rentals or loans of other recreation equipment' (Volleyballs and nets, softballs, etc.) COMMUNICATIONS The Junior Chamber of Commerce project plans for'the Encinas Bonitas Park were discussed and it was suggested by - Parks Consultant Gallop that the restroom facilities be 'expanded; that the concession stand be inside the building to minimize corners and cut down on vandalism, that the building be built of concrete block instead of steel and that the block be surfaced with a sealant for vandal - proofing and minimizing labor. The Junior Chamber of.Commerce has $8,000.00 to $10,000.00 for this project and will build with free labor. It was brought out that the city will run water and sewer and electricity to the facilities at the park. There .was a brief discussion about the Women's Club having:a one time only`Bingo Night at the Women's Community Building. Commissioner Runels motioned for approval. and Commissioner Blankenberg seconded the motion and unanimously carried. D. G. PORTER MEMBER OF THE BASEBALL ASSOCIATION ENTERED HERE Discussion of Tree Ordinance was put on the agenda for the next meeting. It was suggested that there be a tour of the parks in the area and setting a date for the parks field trip will be on the agenda for the next meeting. After a brief discussion on the continued use of the Recreation Building as a meeting place it was decided that the Commission would continue to meet in Council Chambers. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Chairman Moore, seconded by Vice - Chairman Blankenberg and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 to'September 28, 1977 at 7:30 P.M. ATTEST: Joe L. Moore, Chairman 4 Rage -2 ..