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PC Minutes 1975-09-02158 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission September 2, 1975 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Calhoon presiding, Present are Commissioners Cole, Gerrish, Moots, Mathews, Ries, and Sandoval, A10 in attendance are City Administrator Butch, City Councilman de Leon and Planning Director Gallop> MINUTE APPROVAL Upon hearing no additions or corrections the minutes of the regular meeting of August 5, 1975 were approved by the Chairman as prepared, REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTIONS - ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW CASE NOS, 75 -106, 75 - 107, 75-108, AND LOT SPLIT CASE NOS. 75 -223, 75 -224 Director Gallop reviewed the Committee actions on the cases, noting that the two lot split cases were approved contingent on zone changes. After a brief discus- sion, the reports were ordered filed, PUBLIC HEARING -*REZONING CASE NO, 75 -83, TALLY HO ROAD FROM "R- A -B -3" RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT, TO "R- A -B -1" RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ROBERT GARING TALLY HO ESTATES) Director Gallop reviewed the zone change request, noting that there had been a previous zone change request several months ago for this same area asking for a change to "P -D" and "R -1 ", This request was approved by the Planning Commission at that time but later denied by City Council action. The petitioner was now asking for a zone change to "R- A -B -1 ". The Director also noted that there had been some changes to the property involved in the zone change; it still includes a parcel along James Way (owned by Lee Lovett), but does not include the section of homes at the corner of James Way and Tally Ho which were included in the original request. The Director stated that the piece of property along James Way would, under ideal condi- tions, produce 26 "B -1" lots> The other piece of property would, again under ideal conditions, produce 80 "B -1" lots. However, because of right of ways, etc., these numbers would be reduced :. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for Rezoning Case No. 75 -83 had been duly published, posted, and property owners notified, Chairman Calhoon declared the public hearing open. Harold Lee, 199 Tally Ho Road, stated that he represented several other pro- perty owners in_the area and that he owned property adjacent to the property in question. He stated that many of the property owners on Tally Ho Road had animals and wished to continue keeping them He also felt that the Commission should not consider rezoning to anything less than one acre parcels< Rob Plumb, 291 James Way, asked about the size of "B -1" lots, which is 10,000 sq, ft<, or larger, He then stated that the property is surrounded by 1 or 2 acre lots and he believed that this property should be the same for several reasons: road conditions (roads not adequate to handle the extra traffic) and sewer line problems., He said that he believed that it would be in keeping to keep the property zoned "R- A -B -3 ". Mrs„ Simmons, 150 Ho Road, stated that she agreed with Mr. Plumb and Mr. Lee„ John Sprague, 212 Tally Ho Road, stated that he did not believe that Tally Ho Road was wide enough for the increased traffic, and that it could not be widened enough, especially around the curve. He also did not believe that the sewer lines could handle the increased load. Herb Gallop 210 Tally Ho Road, stated that he was a plumbing contractor, and a personal inspection of a manhole indicated full lines, and he did not believe the sewer lines could handle an increase in load, Robert Frantz, 222 Robles Road, stated that he was in favor of the zone change, as there are many lots existing on Tally Ho Road that are smaller than one acre in size,, He asked the Director what "B -1" would allow in the way of animals; the Director replied that it would 'not allow any large animals: Mr. Frantz stated that there is a demand for this type of lot size for garden space, etc., and he was in agreement with the requested zone change. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 - - Sam Taylor, 606 Myrtle, part -owner of some of the property, was present and stated that the zoning he and his partners are asking for is only on their property; it would have no effect on the surrounding properties. Therefore, if animals were prohibited from their property, it would not affect the other property owners at all. He then said that the sewer was designed to handle all drainage which goes into that area, and he did not believe there would be a problem. He did agree that the road conditions were poor, but the developers intended to widen the road in front of their V' Kg, 5 property to meet City requirements„ He did not feel that the traffic germinated by ^qe this development would be a problem, He then referred to a map of the area and pointed out that there were several surrounding homes that were on small lots. Vick Pace, also a part -owner of the property, stated that he agreed that there were some problems involved with the property, but he felt that there would be problems w any property He believed that the City needed more land developed. There being no further discussion for or against the proposed zone change, Chairman Calhoon declared the hearing closed �. Commissioner Cole inquired about the sewer line capacity. Director Gallop stated that the line had been designed to handle all development to the land use potential,. He stated that the water facilities were not adequate and that the de- veloper will have to put in adequate line themselves. He noted that whenever a developer converts raw land, he pays full cost of improvements: off -site improve- ments, curb, gutter., etc, Commissioner Cole also asked if persons other than those in the area being rezoned would be affected by a zoning on this property that would prohibit large animals, The Director stated that they would not, Commissioner Ries stated that he believed that the average family could not afford one acre parcels, and that there was a real need for family housing in this community, Commissioner Mathews agreed and said he believed this would generate more tax revenue, Commissioner Moots asked-what would have to be done to bring Tally Ho Road up to standard, The Director stated that there was adequate °,space for a forty -four foot (44') road improvement now, without acquiring more land, Commis- sioner Ries asked how the drainage would be handled. Director Gallop stated that the developer would have to take the drainage water down to the creek' in a manner that would meet the City's approval, channel ing or underground if necessary,. Commissioner Gerrish stated that he believed that the original zone request would have been the best, and would have protected the residents more. Chairman Calhoon stated that he believed 10 sq. ft,: lots were more than adequate: After further discussion, the following action was taken: AYES; NOES: ABSENT: RESOLUTION NO. 75 - 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 following roll call vote, to wit: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Ries, Sandoval, and Chairman Calhoon Commissioners Gerrish and Moots None The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 2nd day of September 1975, . RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE EXPRESSING INTENTION T0-INITIATE A ZON HUASNA.,ROAD). E CHANGE Page 2 159 COMMISSIONER GERRISH WAS EXCUSED BECAUSE OF A POSSIBLE CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND IS NOW ABSENT, 160 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 9 - - Page 3 Director Gallop referred to a map and pointed out seven parcels of property on Huasna Road presently zoned "R- A -B -1 ", and noted that individual parcels on either side of the property had been recently rezoned to "R -1 "; in order to bring the area into zoning conformance, he was recommending that the seven lots be changed on the Commission instituted action. He stated that he had contacted the property owners of these seven lots to see if they would be interested in rezoning their property to "R -1 ", as their lots were being used as single family residences and are of "R -1" lot size. He stated that he had heard from five of the seven property owners, and that all have been in favor of the rezoning. Therefore, he requested the Commission to approve a resolution declaring intention to initiate the zone change; the public hearing for the zone change could then be held at the next Commission meeting. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE EXPRESSING INTENTION TO INITIATE A ZONE CHANGE. On motion by Commissioner Moots, seconded by Commissioner Sandoval, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Moots, Ries, Sandoval, and Chairman Calhoon NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Gerrish The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 2nd day of September 1975„ COMMISSIONER GERRISH IS NOW PRESENT. ANNEXATION REQUEST - OAK PARK ACRES Director Gallop referred to a map to point out the property involved in the annexation request noting that part of the property is in the County and part is in Pismo Beach City Limits. The County is willing to have the City annex their por- tion, and if the Commission and City Council react favorably to its annexation, LAFCo will initiate de- annexation by Pismo Beach of their portion. Pismo Beach has never claimed the portion of Oak Park Road that is in their limits and they don't maintain the road. The Director said he was recommending the annexation for two reasons: for clarification of City limits and to put the proposed subdivision under one govern- mental agency. The part of the property which is in the County can be prezoned; how- ever, that portion in Pismo Beach can not. The petitioners have filed legal descrip- tions of both parcels. After a short study session, Commissioner Moots moved that it be recommended to City Council that the Council proceed with the Oak Park Acres annexation request which will consist of two parcels, one in the County, and one easterly of Oak Park Boulevard within the City of Pismo Beach. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mathews, and unanimously carried. REQUEST TO BE ABSENT FROM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 16 1975 Commissioner Cole requested permission to be absent from the Planning Commis- sion meeting of September 16, 1975, as she plans to be out of town. On motion by Commissioner Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Moots, and unanimously carried, her absence was approved, ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, on motion by Commissioner Sandoval, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 8:52 P.M. ATTEST: Ch 1 rni ri S rcl d ry RESOLUTION NO.. 75 -401