PC Minutes 1970-07-07288
Planning Commission
Arroyo Grande, California
July 7, 1970
The Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman Moss presiding.
Present are Commissioners McMillen, St. Denis and Strother. Commissioners Bowles and
Porter are absent. One vacancy exists on the Commission. Also in attendance is
Planning Director Gallop.
COMMISSIONER PORTER ENTERED THE MEETING
MINUTE APPROVAL
On motion of Commissioner Porter, seconded by Commissioner Strother, and un-
animously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of June 3, 1970 were approved as
prepared.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 1970 -71
Commissioner Porter moved to place Gerald Moss in nomination for Chairman of
the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission for 1970 -71. Motion seconded by Commissioner
St. Denis. A motion was made by Commissioner McMillen, seconded by Commissioner
Strother, and carried, that nominations be closed and that the records show that there
was cast a unanimous ballot to appoint Gerald Moss as Chairman of the Planning Com-
mission for 1970 -71.
Chairman Moss called for nominations for Vice Chairman. Commissioner McMillen
moved to place Commissioner Porter in nomination for Vice Chairman. Motion seconded
by Commissioner Strother. Commissioner Porter moved to place Commissioner Strother
in nomination for Vice Chairman. Motion seconded by Commissioner St. Denis. Com-
missioner St. Denis moved that nominations be closed. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Strother. Upon roll call vote, Commissioner Porter was appointed as Vice Chairman of
the Arroyo Grande Planning Commission for 1970 -71 by a majority vote of the Commission.
Chairman Moss re- appointed Pearl Phinney as Secretary of the Planning Commission
for 1970 -71, and the appointment was approved by the Planning Commission.
REAPPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS PORTER AND ST. DEN.IS
Chairman Moss noted that Commissioners Porter and St. Denis had been re- appointed
to the Planning Commission for a three year term.
He also advised that John Come had submitted a letter of resignation from the
Planning Commission, which had been accepted by the City Council.
REVIEW - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 69 -155, CENTRAL COAST AMBULANCE SERVICE, 321 HALCYON RD.
Director Gallop advised that the conditions of the Use Permit were now com-
pleted and, upon checking with the Police Department, they report there have been no
complaints or problems created by the ambulance working from this particular location,
and that he could see no reason for further review.
RECOMMENDATION OF APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSION MEMBER TO THE COASTAL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL
On motion of Commissioner McMillen, seconded by Commissioner St. Denis, and
unanimously carried, that a recommendation be made to the City Council to appoint
Commissioner Bowles as representative to the Coastal Valley Planning Council.
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED "ON STREET" PARKING ORDINANCE
Chairman Moss referred to the On- Street Parking Committee report of June 19th,
1970, and more specifically to the last paragraph ... "These facts are to be considered
by the Commission for recommendation of areas to be considered in the formulation of a
proposed ordinance to be presented to the City Council." He stated it was his under-
standing that the proposed ordinance would not be discussed at a Commission meeting
until after a joint meeting with the City Council to determine what they would en-
force. Commissioners Strother and St. Denis indicated this was their understanding
also.
Commissioner McMillen indicated his feelings were that this Commission should
go ahead and make the recommendations to the City Council instead of waiting and ask-
ing them what they will enforce. Commissioner McMillen moved that a Committee meet-
ing be set up to recommend an On- Street Parking Ordinance to the City Council at the
earliest possible time. Motion lost for lack of a second.
Chairman Moss requested that a joint meeting with the City Council be requested
for the next regular Planning Commission meeting of July 21st, 1970.
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PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 70 -160 ST, PATRICK'S CHURCH 138 W. BRANCH ST. -
TWO FREE STANDING SIGNS.
Director Gallop advised that the Church is petitioning to erect two triangular
shaped signs within the setback area of St. Patrick's Hall for identification and
bulletin board purposes. The signs will be located three feet in back of the property
line, and no lighting is indicated on the plans.
Upon being assured by Director Gallop that Public Hearing for Use Permit Case
No. 70 -160 had been duly published, posted and property owners notified, Chairman Moss
declared the hearing open.
As there was no one present to speak for or against the proposed Use Permit,
Chairman Moss declared the hearing closed and, after discussion, the following action
was taken:
RESOLUTION NO. 70 -169
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE PERMIT,
CASE NO. 70 -160.
On motion of Commissioner McMillen, seconded by Commissioner Strother, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: .Commissioners McMillen, St. Denis, Strother and Moss
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Porter
ABSENT: Commissioner Bowles
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the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 7th day of July, 1970.
REVIEW - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 69 -147. POSTER PANEL STRUCTURE. GRAND AVE, WEST OF JUNIPER
ST. (RYAN OUTDOOR ADVERTISING CO.)
Director Gallop advised that the property which adjoins or surrounds the leased
area was disced by the owner and in the discing process, the weeds were pushed up
fairly close to the planter area. The planter area itself was clean. After the
scheduled meeting of June 16, which was not held because of lack of a quorum, the.
Planning Director wrote a letter to Ryan Sign Co. indicating what he thought should
be done to correct the matter. The work was accomplished three days after the
letter was written. Ryan has instructed their foreman in the area to water regularly
every ten days to two weeks. The planter area is about 5' wide and 20' long and has
a redwood edging and redwood backfill around the plants, placed on top of plastic.
He advised the landscaped areas are a requirement of the Use Permit and was not
voluntary on the part of the applicant.
After discussion, on motion of Commissioner Strother, seconded by Commissioner
Porter, and unanimously carried, that Use Permit Case No. 69 -147, be reviewed again
in six months.
REQUEST TO REMODEL EXISTING SERVICE STATION. TO INCLUDE INCIDENTAL NON- RELATED SALES,
610 GRAND AVE. (BEACON OIL CO.)
II/ Director Gallop advised that when Beacon 011 Co. originally approached him on
this use, they asked for a permit to close the two service bay doors to permit the
sale of non - related merchandise. Since this time, Beacon has informed him that they
do not want to sell this merchandi'.se at the present time and, therefore, the sale of
incidental merchandise would not be associated with the request, and the only thing
that would be necessary would be architectural approval of the proposed redevelopment
of the property.
Mr. Joe Gomes, Hanford, California, representative of the Beacon Oil Co., was
present and advised that they have decided not to turn the service station lube bays
and washroom into a store at this particular time and prefer to leave the service
station as a service station. He added that possibly, at a later date, they would
apply for a permit to put in the store if it appeared •feasible.
Chairman Moss referred to Item No. 8 of the Beacon Oil Company's letter of
June 30, 1970. Director Gallop advised that the item pertains primarily to the black
top area. There is some new curb to be installed at either end of the property. He
advised he had requested at least one more curb break at the location of the center
island. Director of Public Works Anderson inspected the property with the company
representative and had approved the plan as presented.
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Director Gallop advised that the plot plan indicates the center pump island
would be extended to the sidewalk, providing a planter area and a location for a
free standing sign, to be petitioned at a later date.
Director Gallop advised that if the lube bays are to remain, then he would with-
draw the request of the landscaped areas where the bays are now located. Mr. Gomes
stated that with regard to the lube doors, they plan to install new steel doors which
could be closed when the wash rack, etc. are not operating.
In discussing the driveway, Commissioners McMillen and Moss expressed objection
to allowing the 125' driveway. Director Gallop advised that we have an Ordinance
limiting drive aprons to 60% of the frontage, but that this is a non - conforming drive
and it is outside of the station proper. The improvements on the street are the juris-
diction of the Public Works Department and they make the recommendations that appear on
the staff reports. Mr. Anderson, Director of Public Works, felt that this was sufficient
however, if this Commission feels they would like to have the center island broken up,
then they can so request.
Commissioner Strother stated he felt this planter at the end of the center
island would serve the same purpose as a curb.
On motion of Commissioner St. Denis, seconded by Commissioner Strother, that
architectural approval be granted on the Beacon Station at 610 Grand Ave in accordance
with the plans on file, and in accordance with the staff report dated July .2, 1970
amended as follows:
1. That two redwood tubs be provided adjacent to the office area as indicated
on the plan in red.
2. That the supporting columns of the canopy be veneered with the same material
as used on the building.
3. That irrigation system for the landscape areas on the east and north be
installed.
and also that Item 3 "Close in lube and wash bay to convert to merchandise store ", and
the last half of Item 6 "Install 6'x12' rotating sign with price sign" would be elimi-
nated as part of the proposal in Beacon Oil Company's letter of June 30, 1970.
Motion carried by a three to two vote.
DISCUSSION OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING ORDINANCES
Director Gallop advised that the Council has requested a study of the Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinances. They have requested the Commission to study these ordi-
nances and come up with some sort of goal of when the study will be reported to them.
Chairman Moss indicated that he didn't feel that conditions had changed enough to
warrant review. Director Gallop explained the review would be a study, with
possible recommendations of amendments. Commissioner St. Denis requested that the
Planning Director prepare a list of items for consideration at the Commission's first
meeting in August, and the Commission approved the request.
COASTAL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL
Director Gallop advised a letter had been received from the Coastal Valley
Planning Council, indicating that at their June 1st meeting they adopted a list of
street name changes being recommended in the Council area. The list of names en-
compasses 17 changes In the County, 6 changes in Arroyo Grande, 3 in Grover City, and
6 in Pismo Beach. These are all name changes where we have existing conflicts.
Director Gallop requested the Commission's permission to compile a list of
the 6 street name changes recommended for consideration by the Commission at the
next regular meeting. He advised this first list has been under study since last
November, and there will be a number of other changes in the future.
CURB AND GUTTERS ON BRISCO HILL
Chairman Moss requested clarification from the City Council as to why curb
and gutter 1s not being required when new building permits are issued on Brisco Hill.
CURB AND GUTTER ON GRAND AVENUE FROM JUNIPER STREET
Chairman Moss stated he would like to see this Commission recommend to the
City Council for the third time that curb and gutter be installed on the south side
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of Grand Avenue from Juniper Street east to the existing curb and gutter.
After discussion, on a motion by Commissioner St. Denis, seconded by Commissioner
Strother, and unanimously carried, that a recommendation be made to the City Council
that curb and gutter be required on Grand Avenue from Juniper Street east.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned
at 8 :44 P.M.
ATTEST:
Chairman
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