PC Minutes 1974-11-06/aZ
Arroyo Grande Planning Commission
November 6, 1974
The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in adjourned session with Chairman
Calhoon presiding. Present are Commissioners Mathews, Miller, Moots, Ries and
Sandoval. Commissioner Cole is absent. Planning Director Gallop is also in
attendance.
MINUTE APPROVAL
The minutes of the regular meeting of October 15, 1974 were approved by
the Chairman after hearing no additions or corrections.
REVIEW COMMITTEE ACTIONS
Director Gallop advised that Lot Split Case No. 74 -209, Williams Bros.
Shopping Center, is merely a technicality primarily created by an erroneous
property description when the shopping center was originally constructed, in
that the property where the building was never constructed was inadvertently
recorded in the description of the original loan, and the property had to be
separated in order to construct the new building. He pointed out that the
parcel is land - locked and there is a recorded document in perpetuity giving all
tenants and owners in the development full access to Grand Avenue and Elm Street.
In answer to Commissioner Sandoval's question as to whether they are
doing this in preparation of adding some more to the new building, Director
Gallop advised he understands that is their intention. He further pointed out
that off - street parking has been provided for the total development.
With reference to Architectural Review Case No. 74 - 95, Five Cities
Ambulance Service, Director Gallop advised that the only question on this
particular item was the fence which was brought up during the public hear-
ing, and the Committee has set the matter up for review in six months. It
was pointed out that the installation of sidewalks on Halcyon has been con-
tracted for, and a copy of the contract is in the file.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO SET HEIGHT LIMITATIONS ON CORONA DEL TERRA AND
RUTH ANN WAY.
Director Gallop advised that Corona del Terra is a new subdivision
west of Elm Street on the side of the hill off of Brighton, and Ruth Ann
Way is a new subdivision being developed through an Assessment District to
the west. Some of the people on North Elm Street and on Montego have
petitioned the City Council to consider placing a height limitation on these
building sites in a similar manner to that which was put on the lower or
southerly side of Montego Street.
He advised that a 15' height limitation was placed on the lower side
of Montego, and pointed out that a 15' height limitation will permit average
one story houses and will allow either shake shingles or tile roofs. He
stated that Corona del Terra is a different situation, in that the street
goes up the hill and the way the lots are padded. The petition is request-
ing consideration of a 17' height limitation from the center of the street,
and the pad heights are from 5' to 7' above the curb, which means at 17',
they could only have 10' for construction from that point on the pad to the
roof line, which would allow only a flat roof. He advised there are two lots
left on the east side of Corona del Terra which have not been built or do not
have building permits issued. A permit which was issued on one of the upper
lots on Corona del Terra does have a 23' peak from grade, which would mean
probably it is going to be 28' to 30' from curb grade.
Director Gallop stated it is a difficult thing to establish height
limitations on a hill going up and down as against a lefel street as on
Montego.
The Commission can, if they feel there is a problem and would like
to have it considered, institute a zone change considering height limits
to be placed on the undeveloped lots of Corona del Terra and Ruth Ann Way.
This would require a public hearing which can be held the first meeting in
December and, at that time, if it is felt there is justification for any
kind of height limitations, the Commission can then make a recommendation
to the City Council. Director Gallop advised if the Commission were to
take this action, he would institute a study of this area and would submit
a report of all undeveloped pad heights on Corona del Terra and also
measure existing houses in the area.
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Director Gallop further pointed out that at the time the subdivision
was approved, the Planning Commission required the developer to keep grading
down to an absolute minimum. If this is the action of the Commission on Ruth
Ann Way, they could ask that the lots be graded down to curb height. Another
point that was brought out for consideration was that any time a subdivision
develops adjacent to vacant land, the buyer must seriously consider the fact
that the vacant land will be developed compatible to the lot that is being
purchased. It was also pointed out that the proposed action could very well
require the re- design of structures and the grading down of the pads might
be required.
After further discussion, the following action was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 74 -350
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE EXPRESSING INTENTION TO
INITIATE A ZONE CHANGE TO CREATE A " -D OVERRIDE"
DISTRICT.
On motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and
on the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Mathews, Miller, Moots, Ries and
Chairman Calhoon
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Sandoval
ABSENT: Commissioner Cole
The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 6th day of November 1974.
REVIEW - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 69 -147, POSTER PANEL STRUCTURE, GRAND AVENUE,
WEST OF JUNIPER ST. (RYAN OUTDOOR ADVERTISING).
Director Gallop reviewed that at the last Planning Commission meeting,
the Commission had requested a ruling from the City Attorney regarding the
Ryan Outdoor Advertising Use Permit Case No. 69 -147, in view of pending liti-
gation. Director Gallop advised he has not yet received an answer from City
Attorney Shipsey, and asked that this matter be carried over to the next meet-
ing. On motion by Commissioner Moots, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and
unanimously carried, the review of Use Permit Case No. 69 -147 to be carried
over to the next regular meeting.
DISCUSSION - BICYCLE PLAN
Director Gallop advised that the Bicycle Plan being presented is a
matter of information and no action is necessary at this time. He advised
the plan has been recognized by the Parks and Recreation Commission, Parking
and Traffic Commission and City Council and, at some later date, will
probably be expanded and considered for inclusion into the Circulation Element
of the General Plan.
Director Gallop stated they have picked two basic streets and requested
they be approved by the City Council for signed bike routes to see what the
effect is, what the cost is, and whether is actually accomplishes the intent
of improving bike safety. The proposed path would basically provide access
to the City parks and schools and create a marked bike route, and try to orient
school kids and adults to use of the route. If it does prove successful, then
we will eventually recommend expansion of the plan.
After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Ries, seconded by
Commissioner Miller, and unanimously carried, recognizing the preliminary
Bicycle Plan for the City of Arroyo Grande.
LEAGUE DINNER MEETING
Director Gallop advised that the next League dinner meeting would be
held on November 22nd at Port Hueneme, and requested that anyone wishing to
attend make reservations no later than November 14th with either himself or
Mrs. Flora Queen.
COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT
Director Gallop advised it has been customary in the past that the
Chairman appoint, with the Commission's approval someone other than himself
to represent the City on the Coastal Valley Planning Council. After dis-
cussion, it was determined that a recommendation be made to the City Council
to appoint Commissioner Miller as the City's representative to the Coastal
Valley Planning Council.
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REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO BE ABSENT
Iri response to Commissioner Mathews' request, on motion by Commissioner
Moots, seconded by Commissioner Ries, and unanimously carried, permission was
granted to Commissioner Mathews to be absent from the next Commission meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, on motion by
Commissioner - Mathews, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and unanimously carried,
the meeting was adjourned at 8 :13 P.M.
ATTEST:
Secretary
Chairman
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