PC Minutes 1975-05-06Arroyo Grande Planning Commission
May 6, 1975
The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with
Chairman Calhoon presiding. Present are Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Miller,
Moots, Ries, and Sandoval. Also in attendance are Councilmen Millis and
de Leon, City Administrator Butch, and Planning Director Gallop.
MINUTE APPROVAL
Upon hearing no additions or corrections, the minutes of the regular
meeting of April 15, 1975 were approved by Chairman Calhoon as prepared.
CONTINUATION OF VARIANCE CASE NO. 75 -52, REDUCE FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR CARPORT,
508 AND 512 LE POINT STREET (STICKLER).
Director Gallop advised that this matter was before the Planning Commission
at their meeting of April 1st and, at that time, the public hearing was closed
and the matter continued pending further information.
Director Gallop referred to a letter from Mr. Ben Maddalena, Civil
Engineer with Central Coast Laboratories, which stated that, in Mr. Maddalena's
opinion, it would not be advisable to move the rear wall of the existing carport
back into the hill any further than it is without jeopardizing the existing
structures. This was one of the potentials that possibly could have been con-
sidered. He noted that a sketch was attached to the agenda material, and it
appears there are only two alternatives left: (1) complete abandonment of the
entire project and, (2) grant a variance based on the sketch. He advised that
the City Engineer and Public Works Director have suggested that the sides of
the existing block wall be opened up; and that the roof be either cantilevered
or supported by a post at the end of the existing wall, and then the bank re-
shaped in order to permit vision from the carport up and down the street. The
dimensions, as noted, would be those which would be in effect if the variance
were granted._ He further-advised the building would be an open .concrete block
structure, and there would be no doors on the garage.
City Engineer Garcia advised the front of the carport is on the back edge
of the sidewalk area, if there were a sidewalk.
After a.brief discussion by the Commission,.on motion by Commissioner
Ries,,seconded by Commissioner Cole, and unanimously carried, that the public
hearing,onthe variance be reopened.
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A representative of Central Coast Laboratories, San Luis Obispo, advised
that his firm had examined the site in its present constructed condition, and
the process of moving_the walls back towards the rear retaining wall, just the
fact of going in there and excavating those soils now could possibly trigger a
small slide. He advised that the existing grade to either side of the carport area
now pretty much toes out in line with the end of the carport, basically at a 1.5
to 1 slope to where it levels out. He stated that if we attempt to cut the slope
steeper, basically moving the toe back, we are removing the buttress type affect
that is tending to hold this. soil.
Mr. Stickler, 770 Higuera St., owner of the structures, stated he had been
advised by the engineers that it is almost impossible to enlarge the hole with-
out a tremendous retaining wall; it has. already slid off the front of that
property into that hole, and we were told by the engineers to fill it as soon
as we possibly could. Mr. Stickler stated he had been working with the City
Engineer and his engineers to arrive at a solution to the problem.
Mr. Jack English, 521 Le Point, inquired as to how this problem ever came
about. City Engineer Garcia advised that the original problem arose because of
an approximate 3' error in finish grade placement of the houses with the street,
which made it impossible to get a car into the carport under the houses. At
that point, other means of remedying the situation were explored. After con-
sideration, the Public Works Department issued a revokable encroachment permit
which, in effect, says that if.for.any reason the City, at some future date,
wishes to occupy its public right -of -way,. the structures have to be removed
within 30 days.
Mr. English advised he was still objecting to the Variance because of
the safety aspects. Mrs. English stated the street is very busy and was also
concerned about safety.
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There being no further discussion for or against the proposed Variance,
Chairman Calhoon declared the hearing closed.
After discussion by the Planning Commission, it was suggested that the
front of the garage be enclosed, making it a storage'structure instead of a
garage. Director Gallop advised if this were done, a Variance would have to
be granted for off - street parking requirements.
On motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and
unanimously carried, the matter was referred back to staff for further sug-
gestions on methods along these lines. Chairman Calhoon advised the audience
that this matter would be back before the Commission at their meeting of May
20, 1975.
PUBLIC HEARING - REZONING CASE NO. 75 -79, TRAFFIC WAY EXTENSION, "R- A -B -3"
RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURE DISTRICT TO "P -M" PLANNED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT (LAWLER).
Director Gallop advised that the parcel of property petitioned for re-
zoning was the property south of Traffic Way Extension and Highway 101, and
pointed out that this was the area discussed during the proposed revision of
the Land Use Element. If the property is developed for industry, the City
would see that the road is completed to provide through traffic for that type
of use, and any development would require Architectural Approval, with front
and side yard setback, landscaping, and compatibility to the surrounding resi-
dential areas.
Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for Rezoning
Case No. 75 -79 had been duly published and property owners notified, Chairman
Calhoon declared the hearing open.
Mr. Dean, 611 Traffic Way, stated he was concerned about some problems
that might arise if the property is rezoned. He advised that the City street
ends at his driveway, which means coming from a 35' city street to a 19'
private road which is just wide enough for two cars, and further stated that
his property runs to the middle of the road on the southwest side. Mr. Dean
also expressed concern with regard to drainage, stating that it is now coming
down the road and tearing up the road._ In answer to Mr. Dean's questions as
to what Light Industrial would be, Director Gallop advised it could be food
distribution, light warehousing, etc. Mr. Gallop read a paragraph from the
staff report as follows: "If the zone change is approved, the petitioner
should be made aware that the present private street must be deeded to the
City and Improved to meet City standards, connection from the present public
street on the south end of Traffic Way to an intersection with the frontage
road and Highway 101, and that the development of this property must be done
through subdivision provisions."
Director Gallop stated that the drainage must be taken care of by the
developer, and this is all done through Subdivision approval, and this is
what the City would require on the development of this property. Director
Gallop further advised that there won't be any road except within the ease-
ment area; that the road will be placed on the surveyed center line and will
not directly affect Mr. Dean's property.
Mr. Jim Lawler, So. Traffic Way Extension, petitioner for the zone change,
spoke in favor of the zone change being granted, and stated that everyone in
that area owns property to the center of the road with a 15' deeded easement.
There being no further discussion for or against the proposed zone
change, Chairman Calhoon declared the hearing closed.
After a brief discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 75 -376 Z
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE
OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE AS BY CHAPTER 4, ZONING,
ARTICLE 32, OF SAID CODE:
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On motion by Commissioner Sandoval, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and
by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Miller, Moots, Ries, Sandoval
and Chairman Calhoon
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of May 1975.
REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTIONS - LOT SPLIT CASE NOS. 75 -215, 75 -216 and 75 -217.
Director Gallop advised that copies of Committee reports on the subject
Lot Splits were sent with the agenda material, and if there are no comments,
additions or corrections that the Commission wishes to make, no further action
would be required.
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT - TRACT #555, "OAKCREST SUBDIVISION"
Director Gallop advised that this subdivision has been approved in the
tentative map stage by the Planning Commission, and the staff is recommending
approval of the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact.
After a brief discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 75 -377 EIR
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO
GGRANDE ACCEPTING NEGATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION.
On motion by Commissioner Miller, seconded by Commissioner Ries, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Miller, Moots, Ries, Sandoval
and Chairman Calhoon
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of May 1975:'
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AMENDED SUBDIVISION REVIEW BOARD REPORT - TRACT #538, SECOND UNIT OF "TERRA DE ORO"
Director Gallop advised that when the preliminary tentative map for Terra de
Oro was presented, it provided a park. He pointed out that this land is rather
difficult to chop up because it does have a telephone trunk cable through it,
and the telephone company is very particular about what is done in the vicinity
of such cables. The second unit was approved on the assumption that the park
would be put in a location to serve both Units 1 and 2, now Unit 3 has come
into being. The present engineers of the development have suggested that they
be allowed to pay money in lieu of park land, however, there are still 4 +
acres of park area in Unit 3 which is across the street from the original park
site. When this original park was approved, we did not have Strother Community
Park in the original plan, which will be a community park. The developers have
asked that they be relieved of the park land-dedication pay $5,000 in lieu
of this land. The Parks and Recreation Commission has considered this request
at a joint meeting with the City Council, and the Commission did approve the
request on a 4 to 1 vote with two conditions, i.e., (1) that the $5,000 be used
for either land acquisition and /or development of the Strother Community Park,
and (2) that park open space land in Unit 3 be dedicated to the City in con-
nection with Unit 2 if Unit 3 was not simultaneously submitted for acceptance.
Director Gallop pointed out that this makes a definite change in the
tentative approval of Unit 2, and before the engineers can complete the map
for recordation, it must be approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission
and by this Commission. It is the Parks and Recreation Commission's recom-
mentation, and staff's recommendation, that the amended map be approved and
the developer be required to pay $5,000 in lieu of park land.
After Commission discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 75 3378
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING RESOLUTION
NO. 74 -337 APPROVING THE REVISED TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION
MAP FOR TRACT NO. 538, SECOND UNIT OF TRACT NO. 434,
"TERRA DE ORO ".
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On motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Sandoval, and
by the following roll call vote, to wit:
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of May 1975.
Mr. Paul Sturges, of Garing, Taylor and Associates, advised that the map
has been amended as recommended by the City, which is an extension of the
cul -de -sac and eliminating Lot 15.
REQUEST FOR DETERMINATION OF USE
Director Gallop referred to a request from Mr. Donald H.,Wood, asking
for a determination of use, and advised the matter could be made an agenda
item by a unanimous vote of the Commission. On motion by Commissioner Cole,
seconded by Commissioner Sandoval, and carried, approving consideration of
the request.
Director Gallop advised that the petitioner is interested in buying the
property at 211 So. Halcyon Road, which is in -a P- C.zone and is adjacent to
an H -S zone. The petitioner is interested in having a bicycle retail sales
and service business at this. location. .Director Gallop read a list of uses
permitted in the P -C District, and the uses permitted in the P -C District
subject to.obtaining a Use Permit.
COMMISSIONER RIES IS EXCUSED DUE TO A POSSIBLE m NFLICT OF INTEREST.
After a brief discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 75 -379
ATTEST:
AYES: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Miller, Moots, Ries,
Sandoval and Chairman Calhoon -
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE DETERMINING THAT A BICYCLE SALES AND
SERVICE BUSINESS IS PERMISSIVE IN A P -C ZONED DISTRICT
SUBJECT TO USE PERMIT PROCEDURE.
On motion by Commissioner Sandoval, seconded by Commissioner Cole, and
by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Cole, Mathews, Miller, Moots, Sandoval and
Chairman Calhoon
NOES: •None
ABSENT: - Commissioner Ries
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of May 1975.
COMMISSIONER RIES IS NOW PRESENT
RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER MILLER
Director Gallop advised that Reverend Miller has submitted his resig-
nation from the•Commission, and tonight will be his last night of service.
Director Gallop thanked Reverend Miller for his work on the Commission, and
Chairman Calhoon presented Rev. Miller with his Commission nameplate.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, on motion by
Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Mathews, and unanimously carried,
the meeting adjourned at 9:03 P.M.
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Secretary
Chairman