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PC Minutes 1973-02-2047 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission February 20, 1973 The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Jones presiding. Present are Commissioners Goulart, Gullickson, Pope, Porter, St. Denis and Spierling. Also in attendance are Planning Director Gallop and Councilmen de Leon and Millis. MINUTE APPROVAL On motion by Commissioner Porter, seconded by Commissioner Gullickson, and unanimously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of February 6, 1973 were approved as prepared. CONTINUATION - REZONING CASE NO. 73 -66 HUASNA ROAD RA -B3 to R-G DISTRICT (MUDGE, FELTY AND LANGFORD); Director Gallop reviewed the case, pointing out that at the last regular meeting the developers presented a proposal with a density of approximately 62 units per gross acre and after considerable discussion, action was proposed to adopt a resolution approving the rezoning, however, the resolution was not adopted due to a tie vota of the Commission. Subsequently, the case was carried over to this meeting, /to resolve the matter. /Commissioner Goulart advised he would like to get a determination from the Commission if they feel this area should be a lower density area than that shown ,;'on the Land Use Plan. He stated it was his feeling that this is the first development in this entire area and the Land Use Plan shows medium density, and perhaps the Commission should recommend a change in the Land Use Plan. Director Gallop advised that this matter should come up in a study session and that it could be put on the agenda for this purpose. He further pointed out that in the General Plan, one of the conditions considered in establishing this medium density area was the projected relocation of Route 227, and when it goes in through that area it will take care of a larger traffic capacity; also Huasna Road is to be developed to a full 64' curb to curb improvement and Route 227 would provide the peripheral traffic capacity. In response to Commissioner Spierling's request for a comparison of the number of people in an R -1 District as opposed to an R-G or R -2 District, Director Gallop advised the following, based on the 1970 census figures: Normal R -1 Single Family Zone District - Current populace is.3.2 persons per unit, times 5 units - equals 16 persons per acre. R -G and R -2 Districts - Density between 2.6 and 2.8 persons, with a capacity of 6.5 units per acre under the proposed density - totaling approximately 18 persons per acre. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73 -283 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 St. Denis, and on the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Porter, St. Denis, Spierling and Chairman Jones NOES: Commissioners Goulart, Gullickson and Pope ABSENT: None the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 20th day of February, 1973. CONTINUATION - VARIANCE CASE NO. 73 PAINT STORAGE IN A C -N DISTRICT 152 GRAND AVENUE C. LOONEY Director Gallop advised that the- public hearing has been closed on Variance Case No. 73 - 50, and the matter was held over to this meeting for a determination of the legality of the petition since it had not been signed by the property owner, and since an objection against the use had been raised by the agent for the property owner. Director Gallop advised that a letter had been received from the property owner, Dr. Heeresma, withdrawing his objections to the requested use. 1 1 1 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 2 -20 -73 Page 2 For the purpose of review, Director Gallop listed several recommendations from the Fire and Planning Departments in consideration of this use as follows: The,L,P.G tank on the property is located approximately 20 to 25° from the building, and there is very little problem with the tank being where it is, however, the Fire Department has recommended that a physical barrier be placed around the tank, and the Planning Department has recommended that the tank be screened by a solid 6' fence northerly of the LP Lank to screen it from the residents on the hill. Other recommendations made by the Fire Department are as follows: 1. Storage and housekeeping in buildings shall be orderly so as not to constitute a hazard, and shall be in keeping with good fire prevention practices, 2. The flammableoliquid shall be located in an area (room) so designated, one hour type construction. 3. A regular routine shall be established for the removal . of debris and unwanted materials. 4. Recommend keeping the LPG dispensing assembly locked to prevent vandalism. 5. Provide one 2A 10 B.C. Fire Extinguisher, In addition to the above, the Planning Department recommends that the fence be placed on the upper side so that there is no vision to the residents above, and that there be no storage of materials in the open bay areas adjacent to the locked room. Director Gallop also suggested that., if granted, the use be subject to six months review by the Commission. Mr. Garrison,lessee of the property, was in the audience and advised that Mr. Looney had assured him that he would meet the required conditions. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 73 -284 V RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A VARIANCE, CASE NO. 73 - 50 On motion by Commissioner Spierling, seconded by Commissioner Pope, and on the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Goulart, Gullickson, Pope, Porter, St. Denis, Spierling and Chairman Jones NOES: None ABSENT: None the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 20th day of February, 1973, PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 73 -205. FREE STANDING SIGN - SANTA MARIA NEON FOR SHAKEY'S PIZZA PARLOR, 1259 GRAND AVENUE Director Gallop advised that the application is for a free standing sign comparable in size to the permit granted for the sign to Security Pacific Bank. The sign is well within all the requirements of the City; is non - rotating, non - flashing and interior illuminated. The sign is proposed to be located in the northeast corner of the property which is adjacent to the bank property. Director Gallop advised that there is a strong possibility of conflict with the bank sign and recommended consideration be given to moving the sign westerly within one of the planters directly in front of the Pizza Parlor building. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 7 -205 had been duly posted, published and property owners notified, Chairman Jones declared the hearing open. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 2 -20 -73 Page 3 Mr. White, representative of Shakey °s, stated with regard to moving the sign as suggested by Director. Gallop, that the septic tank and leach lines are lo- cated in the front planters. Also, he pointed out that there is only 10' from the edge of the overhang on the porch to the sidewalk, and that doesn't leave a lot of room to put a sign, and they will also have a sign on the face of the building. After considerable discussion regarding location of the sign, it was agreed that the sign be located within the east planter area as far west as possible from the property line. No further discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Jones declared the hearing closed, and the following action was taken: On motion by Commissioner Goulart, seconded by Commissioner Pope, and on the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Goulart, Gulllckson, Pope, Porter, St, Denis, Spierling and Chairman Jones NOES: None ABSENT: None the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 20th day of February, 1973. RESIGNATION OF COMMISSIONER ST. DENIS Director Gallop advised that a letter of resignation from the Commission had been submitted to the City Council by Commissioner St. Denis, effective the end of February. Director Gallop expressed his appreciation for Commissioner St. Denis' service to the Commission, and Chairman Jones presented him with his name plate. RESOLUTION NO, 73°285 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 73 -205. REFERRAL FROM THE COASTAL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL Commissioner St. Denis stated that the Coastal Valley Planning Council is considering the establishment of two scenic drives in this part of the County; one from the ocean beach to Lopez Lake, and the second from Avila to Ocean.. Director Gallop pointed out some of the advantages of having these routes designated as scenic roadways, and advised that representatives from the State Division of Highways, County Planning Department and Farm Advisory have been invited to attend the next meeting of the Council on March 5th to further discuss the matter, after which time more information would be available to the Commission. After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Pope, seconded by Commissioner Goulart, and unanimously carried, that the Coastal Valley Planning Council proceed with the study of the scenic designation of the routes described and bring a report back to the Commission describing their ideas, and submitting pros and cons relative to the matter. RENAMING OF FRONTAGE ROAD Director Gallop referred to a recent article in the newspaper regarding the confusion between Frontage Road and El Camino Real, and advised that the County, Pismo Beach and Grover City have already acted to change "Frontage Road" to "El Camino Real ". The matter has been before this Commission twice and was recommended to the City Council for approval. In both cases the City Council saw fit not to act on it. The Coastal Valley Planning Council has again asked that, because of the confusion created, the City reconsider the matter.. After discussion, on motion by Commissioner Goulart, seconded by Commissioner St. Denis, and unanimously carried, that a public hearing be set for March 20th, 1973 for the purpose of considering changing "Frontage Road" to "El Camino Real ". 1 DISCUSSION RE: LAND USE PLAN Commissioner Goulart again referred to the Land Use. Plan for the area on Huasna Road from Dr, Wical °s Mobllehome Park out to the City Limits, and advised he would like to find out from the Commission what their feeling is, one way or the other, about changing the Land Use Plan for the area mentioned. Director Gallop advised that all elements of the General Plan have to be reviewed this year which will result in a number of study sessions, and the time table for a study session on the Land Use Plan is sometime in March, Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 2 ®20 -73 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, on motion by Commissioner Gullickson, seconded by Commissioner Goulart, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 8:50 P.M. ATTEST: Page 4 477