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PC Minutes 1972-01-04Arroyo Grande Planning Commission January 4, 1972 The Arroyo Grande planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Schutt presiding. Present are Commissioners Berryhill, Bowles, Jones and St. Denis. Commissioners Nunes and Porter are absent. Also in attendance are City Administrator Butch and Planning Director Gallop. MINUTE APPROVAL On motion of Commissioner Berryhill, seconded by Commissioner Jones, and unanimously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of December 21, 19T1 were approved as prepared. REQUEST OF SECURITY PACIFIC BANK FOR AMENDMENT OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN Director Gallop reviewed that approximately a month ago a Use Permit was granted for a temporary structure to be located in the Williams Bros. Shopping Center. The lo- II/ cation indicated on the plot plan was immediately west of Kinney's Shoe Store. He advised that Mr. Williams, in the meantime, has requested that this location be moved 125' southerly of the location originally requested, and that it was his understanding that Williams Brothers have some development plans which may take place prior to the two years for which this Use Permit was granted. Director Gallop pointed out that one of the conditions of the original Use Permit was for a planter area adjacent to Grand Avenue to be improved and maintained, and it could be that this planter is no longer necessary. After further discussion, on motion of Commissioner Berryhill, seconded by Commissioner Bowles, and unanimously carried, that the Planning Commission go on record acknowledging the request of Security Pacific Bank for amendment of development plan to relocate temporary structure approximately 125 ft. southerly of the location on the original plot plan. PARKING ON NORTH HALCYON In answer to Chairman Schultz's question with regard to a recent discussion and request for a survey of possible "no parking" on North Halcyon by Bates Plumbing, Administrator Butch advised that he had requested the Police Department to-make a survey and asked the Public Works Department review the situation with regard to installation of curb, gutter and sidewalks. He pointed out that the Bates Plumbing building is right on the property line, which creates problems such as acquisition of right -of -way, and this could be an expensive venture as far as the City is, con- cerned. He further advised that the Police Department has not as yet submitted a recommendation. STANDARD OIL SERVICE STATION, GRAND AVENUE AND HIGHWAY 141 Director Gallop advised that last September 21st a public hearing was held to permit relocation of a free standing sign at the Standard station on the corner of Highway 101 and Grand Avenue. At that time the Use Permit was granted subject to a landscaping plan being approved for the unused area between the driveways and pump island drive and Grand Avenue frontage. Director Gallop stated that Mr. Charles Gove, Engineer for Standard Oil Company was in the office and they reviewed preliminary landscaping plans. Director Gallop recommended that the plans be reviewed - by the Architectural Committee for approval. After discussion, on motion of Commissioner St. Denis, seconded by Commissioner Jones, and unanimously carried, that the plans for, the sign and planter for the Standard station on the corner of Highway 101 and Grand Avenue be referred to the Architectural Committee for review and approval. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE #71 -184, FREE STANDING SIGN. GRAND AVE. AND NO.: LM - SANTA MARIA NEON, AGENTS FOR STANDARD OIL CO t Director Gallop advised the request is to relocate an existing free standing sign which is now a part of the canopy. The sign is to be removed from the canopy and the pole cut down. A new planter will be created at the intersection of Elm Street and Grand Avenue and a new sign located within this planter area. The plans also indicate two low level lights; one on each corner of the planter area. Director Gallop pointed out that the sign is well within the limits of the District so far as height and size is concerned. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for Use Permit Case No. 71 -184 had been duly published, posted and property owners notified, Chairman Schultz declared the hearing open. As there was no discussion for or against the pro- posed Use Permit, Chairman Schultz declared the hearing closed and the following action was taken: 399 400 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission,, 1 -4 -72 Page 2 RESOLUTION NO. 72 -233 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 71 -184. On motion of Commissioner Bowles, seconded by Commissioner Berryhill, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Berryhill, Bowles, Jones, St. Denis and Chairman Schultz NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Nunes and Porter the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 4th day of January, 1972. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 71 -185, GLENN E. AND BETH L. PETERS, DAY CARE CENTER., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICELOAK PARK BLVD. AND FRONTAGE ROAD. Director Gallop advised the request is on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. Peters to allow for a day care center and professional offices in an F -S District. They also propose a restaurant in connection with the development plan, which is per - missive in the district. The property is located easterly of Oak Park Boulevard and Frontage Road. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for_Use Permit Case No. 71 -185 had been duly published, posted and property owners notified Chairman Schultz declared the hearing open. Mr. Glenn Peters, the petitioner, advised they plan to combine all of the uses on the Frontage Road and, in discussing the development_ with Public Works Director Anderson and Planning Director Gallop, it was recommended that all ingress and egress be on Frontage Road. Mr. Peters reviewed the proposed development plan, indicating that the ground floor is planned for a restaurant or some other commercial use, and possibly a wholesale supply store for school equipment, with the business and professional offices on the second floor, and pomped -.irho location for the day care center. Mr. Bob Harris, 1611 Chilton, inquired if they plan to install curb and gutter on Chilton. Mr. Peters advised they would like to leave Chilton Street as it is and advised in order to put curb and gutter in, they would have to fill probably 1,000 yards, and they would like to make a fenced play yard in that area. He further advised that the development should not hinder traffic on Chilton Street because all access would be from the Frontage Road. In answer to questions re- garding lighting of the area, Mr. Peters advised that the lighting would be foot lighting from the ground and would be shielded by the building and trees and, in his opinion, would not create a problem to surrounding residents. Chairman Schultz advised that the lighting would be subject to certain regulations s� that the light- ing does not reflect into adjacent properties. In response to questions regarding the proposed restaurant, Chairman Schultz pointed out that the restaurant is a permissive use in the F -S District and does not require a public hearing. Director Gallop advised that the subject property in the F-S District could be developed with a motel, hotel, restaurant, cocktail lounge in connection with a restetrant, without a public hearing, and that the use regtsted is far less detrimental than uses actually permitted in the District. Director Gallop further advised that architectural approval must be given to any buildings in a commercial district, which also includes a landscaping plan, and the Architectural Committee always considers abutting properties. No further discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Schultz.. declared the hearing closed. Commissioner Berryhill stated the F -S District is extremely limited in per- missive uses and, supposedly, the purpose of this district is to serve the travel- ling public, and he questioned how a day care center or nursery would fit into the F -S District, unless it would be considered as professional services. Director Gallop pointed out that a day care center is not considered as a school under state licensing and, therefore, could come under professional services. On this basis, the day care center could be acceptable under the professional offices and services category. Director Gallop further stated if a wholesale supply store for school equipment is proposed here, the petitioners would have to file a Use Permit for that use. Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 1 -4 -72 Page 3 Director GalTso indicated that the street light on Chilton Street would not be necessary in view of the entrances being iodated on Frontage Road, and that curb and gutter on Chilton Street may still be required and would be subject to Public Works Department recommen.dati'on. After discussion, the following action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 72 -234 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 71 -185. On motion of Commissioner St. Denis, seconded by Commissioner Jones, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Berryhill, Bowles, Jones, St. Denis and Chairman Schultz NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Nunes and Porter the.. foregoing Resolution was adopted this 4th day of January, 1972. PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 71 -186, MOBILEHOME PARK EXPANSION, HUASNA ROAD (. WiCAL) Director Gallop advised that Dr. Wical is requesting to expand an existing mobilehome park and the property is approximately 62 acres, involving a little over five spaces per gross acre; He advised sewer and water mains are existing can the property; that some grading will be required of the upper portion of the property to fill the lower portion. The area has many existing walnut trees and these are being retained as much as posIble, and where tree removal is necessary, new trees will be planted. The plans indicate planting adjacent to the fence, which would be protective to the abutting residential properties. The original landscaping plan has been carried out quite well, and the recreation facilities are all com- pleted in the first unit of the park, and the entire development has turned out to be a good installation. Upon being assured by Director Gallop that public hearing for Use Permit Case No.. 71 -186 had been duly,published,,,posted and property owners notified; Chairman Schultz declared the hearing open. No discussion for or against the proposed Use Permit, Chairman Schultz declared the hearing closed and the follow- ing action was taken: RESOLUTION NO. 72 -235 U RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT, CASE NO. 71 -186. On motion of Commissioner Jones, seconded by Commissioner St. Denis, and by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Commissioners Berryhill, Bowles, Jones, St. Denis and Chairman Schultz NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Nunes and Porter the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 4th day of January 1972. COMMENTS FROM MR. GALLAGHER RE: PLANNING COMMISSION DECISIONS Mr. Gallagher stated, in his opinion, when a decision comes up before the Commission such as uses in the F -S District where a decision has to be made, he felt these questions should be answered by the City Attorney to avoid a Use Permit for something which is not allowed. He also pointed out that in cases of planned development,. we, take great effort to present the developer's side and he would like to see to it that what the developer is proposing is properly illuminated so that everyone gets the effect ;. of what the development consists of and also cost estimates of what it is going to cost the City so that it doesn't effect the citizens in increased taxes. 401 Arroyo Grande Planning Commission, 1 -4 -72 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Bowles, seconded by Commissioner Berryhill, and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 9 :06 P.M. ATTEST: Page 4