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PC Minutes 1973-06-05Arroyo Grande Planning Commission .June 5, 1973 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Vice Chairman Pope presiding. Present are Commissioners Calhoon, Goulart and Spierling, Commissioners Gullickson, Porter and Chairman Jones are absent. Also in attendance are City Administrator Butch and Planning Director Gallop, MINUTE APPROVAL Commissioner Spierling corrected the minutes of May 15, 1973, Page 3, 8th paragraph, to read "... the citizens of the Tally Ho Road area be en- couraged to hire an engineer... ". There being no further additions or cor- rections to the minutes, Vice Chairman Pope ordered the minutes accepted as amended. PROPOSED OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENTS OF THE GENERAL PLAN Vice Chairman Pope advised that the Public Hearing on the Open Space and Conservation Elements of the General Plan, previously scheduled for this meeting, had to be postponed until the regular Planning Commission meeting of June 19th because of insufficient time for the required. advertising. LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENT ® ZONING /GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY Director Gallop reviewed that state legislation requires that each govern- mental agency must go on record. as to whether current zoning is substantially in compliance with the existing Land Use Plan, and referred to the sample resolution which. was mailed with the agenda material. COMMISSIONER PORTER ENTERED THE MEETING After a brief discussion„ the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73 -295 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE DETERMINING ZONING ORDINANCE CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN. On motion by Commissioner Spierling, seconded by Commissioner Calhoon and on the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Calhoon, Goulart, Porter, Spierling and Vice Chairman Pope. NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gullickson and Chairman Jones. The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of June, 1973. ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY ON THE NW COR. OF HALCYON AND THE PIKE INTERSECTION Director Gallop requested consideration by the Commission of a non - agenda item. He referred to a memo from Director of Public Works Anderson, dated June 5, 1973, and advised that under the Environmental Impact requirements,. in the future any acquisition or disposition of property by the City will require, a recommendation from the Commission to the City Council prior to that action. . Director Gallop pointed out that we have plan_lines on "The Pike" and on Halcyon Road and, with the development of subdivisions and individual properties in that area, a "bottleneck" is developing at this intersection. He further advised that the owner of the property in the northwest corner of the intersection is willing to sell this parcel to the City, and the City is in a position to buy it, and the staff recommends that this Commission go on record recommending the acquisition of this property so that the Plan Line development can be carried out. Mr. Gallop advised that any surplus area of the property not needed for the plan line can be disposed of at a later date after the improvements have been put in. After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Porter, seconded by Commis - sioner Goulart, and unanimously carried, that the Planning Commission go on record to the City Council supporting the Staff's recommendations to acquire the parcel of property on the northwest corner of the intersection of Halcyon Road and The Pike for plan line and right of way requirements. 2 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 6-5-73 Page 2 DISCUSSION ON PROPOSED SCENIC HIGHWAY Director Gallop referred to a letter from the Coastal Valley Planning Council to the Planning Commission regarding the long discussed scenic highway study from the ocean td Lopez Lake, which involves Grover City, Arroyo Grande, Division of Highways, and the County. He advised that the Coastal Valley Planning Council has gone on record requesting that a study be commenced with the idea of eventually coming to a public hearing in an attempt to get a Scenic Highway designation. He stated he thought it would be well if the Commission would recognize this request. He further advised there would be no committment insofar as the City or the Commission is concerned in connect- ion with the proposed project at this time. After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Goulart, seconded. by Commis- sioner Spierling, and unanimously carried, that the staff be al/owed to assist the Coastal. Valley Planning Council on the Scenic Highway designation project. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO, 73-208 - SALE OF PLANTS FLOWERS AND OTHER MATERIALS PRIMARILY PRODUCED ON THE PREMISES 586 VALLEY RD. RA-B3 DIST RUNELS). Director Gallop called attention to an anonymous letter received with reference to this particular hearing. He reviewed th t several meetings ago there was a request for a determination if the sale of decorative materials such as flowers, dried flowers, weeds, pumpkins, etc., which were primarily produced on the property is permissive in an RA-B3 District. It was this Commission's determination, by Resolution No. 73-292, that the sale of such materials would qualify and, therefore, Mrs. Runels has filed for a Use Permit. Upon. being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 73-208 had been duly posted, published and property owners notified, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing open. There being no discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing closed. The majority of the Commissioners felt that the anonymous letter should be disregarded. Commissioner Goulart stated he was concerned that the Use Permit would cover the entire seven acre parcel, and asked Mrs. Runels if she planned to raise and sell any produce other than on the one quarter acre fenced area. Mrs. Runels advised she couldn't utilize this area unless she had six or eight employees. Director Gallop stated if Commissioner Goulart's concern is regarding employees, this could be a limiting factor in the conditions of the Use Permit. Vice Chairman Pope stated he has noticed there are several small signs on the property and he felt the Commission could limit the permit to one sign of a conforming nature. Director Gallop advised that a sign that does not exceed 8' in height and 32 square feet is permitted, and could be approved administratively without a Use Permit. He further pointed out that there are no restrictions against temporary signs as long as they are completely within the property itself. Mrs. Runels stated she has one large sign. which is approximately 4' x 6' and is printed on both sides, and could have a smaller sign hanging below it. She indicated she doesn't expect to have all of those signs that are there now, and as soon as she is :established, she will just have one sign. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO, 73-296 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE W. 73-208. On motion by Commissioner Spierling, seconded by Commissioner Calhoon, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Calhoon, Goulart, Porter, Spierling and Vice Chairman Pope, NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gullickson and Chairman Jones. The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of June, 1973. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 6 -5-73 PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 73 -209 - FREE STANDING SIGN 200 NORTH .HALCYON ROAD ARROYO GRANDE POLICE DEPARTMENT). Director Gallop advised that the sign is for the new police facility. He stated that the sign is under the restrictions of the ordinance and adminis- trative approval could be granted for a free standing sign so long as it does not exceed 8 in height and 32 square feet, however, it has been the practice that when these signs are lighted, petitioners have been required to come be- fore the Commission under Use - Permit procedure. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 73 =209 had been duly published, . posted and property owners notified, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing open. As there was no discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing closed. Commissioner Spierling recommended that signs be placed at the freeway off -ramps to direct the public to the police facility. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73.297 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 73 -209. Page 3 On motion by Commissioner Goulart, seconded by Commissioner Porter, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Calhoon, Goulart, Porter, Spierling and Vice Chairman Pope. NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gullickson and Chairman Jones. The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of June, 1973. PUBLIC HEARING - VACATION OF "JOE" STREET IN TRACT NO. 150 ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF MONTEGO STREET. Director Gallop advised that the general development plan for this area which was adopted about five years ago, projected a series of cul -de -sacs and does not indicate a street intersection either with Montego or Grand Avenue. He also pointed out that the new subdivision just being built now, immedia- tely west of Elm Street and Fairview Drive, is also cul- de- sac'd. The property owners immediately south of there and below this street have submitted a lot split application which has been approved and as a part of that approval is the requirement that they install a portion of Brighton Street and improve the north -south street, which is yet un- named. Since the lot split was filed, another one has been filed on the end of Newport, but has not been approved as yet and is pending subject to the action taken on this stub street. Mr. Gallop stated that there is an elevation differential of about 25' and if the street is continued through, a considerable amount of fill will be required, which would completely eliminate the use of these parcels. Director Gallop stated that Director of Public Works Anderson, City Engineer Garing and himself feel that the extensive fill is not going to help the area, and it is the staff's recommendation that this vacation of "Joe" Street be approved and forwarded to the City Council. Upon being assured by Director Gallop, that the public hearing for the vacation of "Joe" Street had been duly published, posted and property owners notified, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing open. Mr. Jim Love, 1238 Montego, stated it was his understanding that Montego Street was supposed to have been a one way street. Director Gallop advised that, to his knowledge, Montego was originally a cul -de -sac and was opened up with the cooperation of the School District and, as of right now, it is still a private drive on school property. Director Gallop further advised that "Joe" Street is part of the subdivision and it may be the City Attorney's ruling that this would revert back to the original owner or, it could be split in the middle and reverted to the abutting properties, or it could be sold as an individual lot. 4 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 6 -5-73 Page 4 Director Gallop pointed out that the development of any new street in the City, whether it be by subdivision or the result of a parcel map, is completely the responsibility of the owners which abut it. The City will not force it, other than when the owners want to develop the property, they will be required to improve the street. Mr. Carpentier was present and stated that he owns the lot east of "Joe" Street, and that he bought the lot because it was a corner lot and there were no restrictions on it at that time. Since he bought the lot the City has passed an ordinance on height, and when he bought the lot he had planned to build a two-story house on it. He felt the City was "goofing" up his lot by putting the height restriction on the lot and now by taking the street out. He further stated he felt that Montego should have another exit because you can't get by the school during the day when school is in session, and that he is against eliminating that street. No further discussion for or against the proposed vacation of "Joe" Street, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing closed.. In answer to Commissioner Goulart's question as to the size of the parcel, Director Gallop advised it is 60 wide and the same depth as the lots adjacent to it. He also pointed out that if Mr. Carpentier decided to start developing his lot, he would have to fully improve one -half of Joe Street with curb, gutter and sidewalk on the full depth plus any fill necessary to get the grade established, and pave one half of the street. Mr. Carpentier advised he is planning to build on the lot now and that he was just waiting for the sewer to go in. Vice Chairman Pope stated he felt that if a person pays a premium to live on a corner lot, then this should be taken into consideration, and that before proceeding with a Resolution on this matter, he felt a determination from the City Attorney should be made as to how the property is to be disposed of. Commissioner Spierling asked if it would be possible to maintain that property at approximately the same grade as. Joe Street and just deadend at the property line. Director Gallop advised that anybody could use it for parking, and he didn't think that the City would ever require or request that this street be constructed down the steep grade, and that a deadend street is of no value other than to one or two individuals. Commissioner Spierling stated that as part of the General Plan and the Open Space and Conservation Elements, it would seem that continuing the street down and blocking off the use of other lots is not the most efficient use of that square footage and he felt it should remain a deadend street. He further stated he felt that the City Attorney should be consulted as to disposition. After further discussion, on motion by Commissioner Spierling, seconded by Commissioner Goulart, and unanimously carried, that the matter be continued until the next regular meeting of June 19, 1973 and that the staff confer with the City Attorney regarding legal ramifications, and give Mr. Carpentier time to confer with the City staff regarding the street. Director Gallop advised, as a matter of information, that if the street is not vacated, it will always be the responsibility of the City for mainten- ance, such as weeds, water run -off, etc. - REZONING CASE 'NO, 73 -69 - VALLEY ROAD - R -1 DISTRICT TO P -D DISTRICT, INCLUDING PRE TENTATIVE MAP (GOLDEN WEST HOMES, INC,). Director Gallop pointed out for the benefit of the audience and new Commission members, that a request for P -D District is somewhat different from most zone change requests, in that in a P -D development, the basic map is approved as a part of the zone change and any conditions that are placed upon it by this Commission must ride with it until such time the developer comes back for any change to that plan. Director Gallop advised that the developer has another development in town, which is Golden West Place, off of Farroll Avenue, The property to be rezoned involves 13 plus acres and the developer has indicated he will have 42 double lots, or 84 restricted residential units. He further stated that if the rezoning is approved, he would recommend it be approved on the same basis that the original development was built, in that it is a restricted occupancy development. The original deed restrictions limited the purchaser to 45 years of age or older. It was further pointed out that the Subdivision Review Board reviewed the matter at a meeting held PUBLIC HEARING Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 6 -5 -73 last week, and referred to the recommendations of the Board in their'letter of May 31, 1973. Director Gallop advised that after the developer received the report, he changed the configuration to meet the requirements as listed. Director Gallop posted the revised map and advised that the alley was indicated, as sur- plus and and the Board recommended that rather than an alley, 'that' be taken out and made a part of the greenbelt area, making even a Wider .gr nbelt section through the area, and the developer has agreed to sod _the drainage swale, thus providing instant lawn. It was pointed out that on a normal tentative map, more engineering however, in view of the expense, until such time the developer knows he is going to be able to develop the property, a pre- tentative.map may be sub- mitted, and the developer must still come back and. meet Public Works, Engineer- ing and Planning Department requirements of the full tentative map, which in - cludes drainage, utility. plan, improvements, etc. Page 5 Director Gallop advised that this property also carried an Optional Design Standard approved by this Commission, -and this has been granted because of a pre- existiq drainage problem'. of the water coming from the north. Under the Optional Design Standard:, the developer has some .leeway in lot layout and design, however, he has not seen fit to use it. Mr. Larry Martin, Golden West Homes, Ojai, Ca., stated the density actually works out less`than R -1 in that for 84 units restricting the occupancy to 45 years of age or older, and no children under 16, reduces the density and compares very favorably to R -1. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Rezoning Case No. 73-69 had been duly posted, published and property owners notified, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing open. Mr. Don Runels, Valley Road, stated he has the property just north of the property to be rezoned, and inquired as to how much of a drainage channel is going in there. Director Gallop advised the ditch is 60' wide and 4' deep with a 12 to l slope, and that it exceeds the County Engineer's demand for drainage of the area. Mr. Jerry Mattina, 820 Valley Road, stated he lives opposite the property and if the development is built as the former tract was, he would go along with it. No further discussion for or against the proposed rezoning, Vice Chairman Pope declared the hearing closed. Mr. Martin indicated that the recommendations of the Board met with his approval and that the same type of units will be built as in Golden West Place except that they have been upgraded somewhat. In answer to Commissioner Goulart's question regarding the drainage, Director Gallop advised that the drainage is subject to the approval of the County Flood Control office and is a part of the final engineering that has to be prepared. It was recommended that the drainage area or park area be planted in sod, and that an automatic sprinkler system be required. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73 -298 Z RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING AN AMENDMENT TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE AS PROVIDED BY CHAPTER 4, ARTICLE 21, OF SAID CODE. On motion'by Commissioner Porter, seconded by Commissioner Spierling, and by the following roll call vote, to AYES: Commissioners Calhoon, Goulart, Porter, Spierling and Vice Chairman Pope. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Gullickson and Chairman Jones. The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day of June, 1973. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 6 -5 -73 Director Gallo Page 6 ve ma submitt for staff advised that a full tentative approval. map must be Prepared and TENTATIVE MAP - TRACT 498 CONSTRUCTION AND COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CO �5,� THE PIKE AND ELM STREET i Drector Gallo GRAY sequenl p reviewed that the property noted as P -D District sub - Y has been changed to R -1 District. tentially 76 R -1 lots, The development consists of tents square feet. -1 , and the majority of the lots are well in excess of poo 6,000 are There is a single entry for the development. proposing three increments and the subdivision falls within hall ereop- quirements of the Subdivision Ordinance. There is a major requirement of street dedication on The Pike which is about 15 feet and a requirement re- about 30' on Elm Street to abo ut 30' meet plan line requirements. developer hf na ilyagreeed to pay $50.00 per lot towards ac uisition ofapk has t farther would tog serve 10all of the people. q park lsh P If acg can b 1 a acdr iiaaged, assessment a per acre; a right -of -way for walk .access. against the entire parcel at $720.00 Tappr ©ximatelr ii a dra 20 nage acres. Director Gallop stated that the staff has let Increment loose until they get the final map. No. 3 "hang Gray, developer, Mr. Ron elusivr t with r stated they are going to tr e t will be g g in the $30,000 bracket and, y make hi an s opinion, a real credit to the community. in his opinion, Commissioner Goulart stated he favored taking land for ever possible, and it was his feeling that pared to 2 park areas co m- a lots required for park land dedicati0on, lot, t $3,800, as com- he agreed, however, this is what the sOrdinancehsays right or Gallop stated se w, and pointed out that it is not the value of the park, but t no rves. Y right the area it Commissioner Spierling stated he attended the Subdivision Review Board meeting and this matter was discussed to that comes out is the i larger area to len iwith o subdivisions gong in, is going to provide park area for all of the area. Sion, and man o p the s stated his experience on the Parks and Recreation Commis - on, and neighborhood advised y Council is not interested in definitely against pocket parks. Director Gallop added that the City dCouncil nissverytlY After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73-299 RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING TENTATIVE MAP FOR TRACT NO dTATIVE SUBDIVISION TO 498 "GARFIELD HEIGHTS ", AND PURPOSES ONLY. 0 THE CITY COUNCIL FOR INFORMATIONAL On motion by Commissioner Calhoun by the following roll call vote, to wi t a secortded by Commissioner Porter, and AYES: Commissioners Calhoon Goulart, Porter, S Chairman Pope. ' : pierling and Vice NOES: None. ABSENT: Commissioner Gullickson and Chairman Jones. The foregoing Resolution was adopted this 5th day o f Y June, 1973. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Co Commissioner Spierling, seconded by Commission, on motion by Commissioner Spierling, y Commissioner Goulart meeting was adjourned at 9 :35 P.M. and unanimously carried, ATTEST: