PC Minutes 1968-10-01Planning Commission
Arroyo Grande, California
October 1, 1968
The Planning Commission met in regular session with Chairman McMillen presiding.
Present are Commissioners Moss, Porter, St. Denis, Sawyer and Strother. Absent is
Commissioner Skelton. Also in attendance is Councilwoman Thompson and Planning
Director Gallop.
MINUTE APPROVAL
On motion of Commissioner Moss, seconded by Commissioner Sawyer, and unanimously
carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of September 17, 1968 were approved as
prepared.
REVIEW - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 67 -118, COAST AMBULANCE SERVICE (FORMERLY LOS PADRES)
Director Gallop reviewed that at the meeting of July 2, 1968, the Commission
ordered a 90 day review because of potential traffic problems. He stated a check with
the Police Department had been made and they have received no complaints concerning the
operation, and he could see no need for further review.
MARTIN POLIN - OLD UNION OIL STATION, HALCYON AND GRAND AVENUE
Director Gallop stated that Martin Polin had requested a continuation of this
matter because he would be out of the City and unable to attend the meeting. He
stated Mr. Polin had two potential buyers but nothing could be resolved before heH
left town. On motion of Commissioner Strother, seconded by Commissioner Sawyer, and
unanimously carried, the matter was continued to the October 15th meeting.
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
Director Gallop advised that he had attended the County Lot Split Committee
meeting pertaining to the split requested by Mr. Fowler on South Halcyon, and owner
of the trailer park adjacent to the city limits. He stated Mr. Fowler was requesting
a split of three parcels, and that the matter was put over until October 22nd, subject
to the Planning Commission's action on a request for zoning of this area. He advised
the County staff had recommended R -3 or applicable zoning suitable to the uses that
are being conducted in the area.
Director Gallop advised he made a recommendation that the County staff consider,
A -1, which is a 21 acre zone, with the exception of the Mobile Home Parks, which he
recommended be zoned R -3 with an R -2 density, and the balance be zoned agricultural.
He stated the zoning of this area does affect the City if it is ever annexed, and
that it would have to come into the City as R -A and, in his opinion, it should be
zoned compatible to the City in the County.
On motion of Commissioner Porter, seconded by Commissioner Strother, and
unanimously carried, that the Planning Commission recommend R -3 zoning for the two
mobile home parks with an R -2 density.
COMMISSIONER SKELTON ENTERED THE MEETING DURING THE ABOVE DISCUSSION.
PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 68 - 132 - 8° BLOCK WALL, 323 BELL ST. (BRETAN)
Upon being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Use Permit
Case No. 68 - 132, Pedro Bretan to construct an 8' block wall to enclose an existing
swimming pool at 323 Bell Street, had been duly posted, published and property
owners notified, Chairman McMillen declared the hearing open.
Mrs. Bretan was present and stated that instead of constructing an 8' fence
she would like to put up a 6' fence where they now have a 3' fence (on the property
line) to avoid blocking the house next to her. Director Gallop stated that he looked
at the property today, and advised that the request to change to a 6' fence at the
property line would require a Variance instead of a Use Permit. He advised the
Ordinance requires that any fence within the required setbacks be 3' high, and that
the only way the 3° height can be varied would be through a Variance, and that in
looking at the property, he could see no grounds for recommending that she seek a
Variance or recommending that the Variance be granted, as a 6° wall on the property
line would definitely create a traffic hazard.
Mr. Bayone, 609 Faeh Street, was present and objected to the fence being too
close to his house.
No further discussion for or against the permit, Chairman McMillen declared .
the hearing closed.
Director Gallop advised if Mrs. Bretan wished to pursue the 6' fence on the
property line, she would have to file for a Variance. Mrs. Bretan requested that
the Use Permit application be withdrawn.
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PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 68 -133 - UPHOLSTERY SHOP 805 GRAND (BELUNZA)
Upon being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Use Permit Case
No. 68 -133, Upholstery Shop at 805 Grand Avenue, had been duly posted, published and
property owners notified, Chairman McMillen declared the hearing open.
Director Gallop advised the request was to use an existing residential structure
in a C -1 District immediately behind the "Chicken Sizzler" on Grand Avenue, and that
the structure consists of a small home, a garage facing Rena Street, and a work shop
which is available from the parking lot adjacent to the Chicken Sizzler, with
adequate parking facilities. He stated the staff would recommend that the upholstery
business be limited to the shop area available from the Grand Avenue parking lot only;
that the Rena Street garage should not be utilized in connection with the business but
retained as a garage as required by the R -1 District regulations.
No further discussion for or against the permit, Chairman McMillen declared the
hearing closed. After Commission discussion, the following action was taken.
RESOLUTION NO. 68 -108 U
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE
PERMIT, CASE NO. 68 -133
On motion of Commissioner Skelton, seconded by Commissioner Moss, and by the
following roll call vote, to -wit:
AYES: Commissioners Moss, Porter, St. Denis, Sawyer, Skelton, Strother
and Chairman McMillen
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing resolution was adopted this lst day of October, 1968.
PUBLIC HEARING - USE PERMIT CASE NO. 68 -134 - TIME OIL CO., 504 GRAND AVENUE
Chairman McMillen relinquished the chair to Vice 'Chairman Strother 'due to. .'a.
possible conflict of interest.
Upon being assured by Director Gallop that the public hearing for Use Permit
Case No. 68 -134, Time Oil Co., for a free standing sign at 504 Grand Avenue, had been
duly posted, published and property owners notified, Vice Chairman Strother declared
the hearing open.
Mr. Crockett, 608 Grand Avenue, Mrs. Lindemann, 120 Oak Street, were present
and objected to the Use Permit being granted, stating there were enough signs and
service stations in that area. Mrs. Cane was present and stated that the back of
the property to be used by Time Oil Company backs up to the side of her lot and
requested they be required to build a wall between the properties.
Director Gallop stated that a service station is a permissive use in a C -1
District, only subject to architectural approval. He stated when Time Oil Co. made
application they also requested architectural approval but did not submit plans.
Mr. Lyle Rasmussen, Time Oil Company representative, stated the sign was not
interior lighted, but flourescent lighting with the tubes reflecting on the sign.
No further discussion for or against the request, Vice Chairman Strother
declared the hearing closed. After discussion, the following action was taken.
RESOLUTION NO. 68 -109 U
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE GRANTING A USE
PERMIT, CASE NO. 68 -134
On motion of Commissioner Sawyer, seconded by Commissioner St. Denis, and by
the following roll call vote, to -wit:
AYES: Commissioners Moss, Porter, St. Denis, Sawyer, Skelton and
Vice Chairman Strother
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chairman McMillen
the foregoing resolution was adopted this lst day of October, 1968.
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Director Gallop advised persons objecting to the Use Permit had the right to
appeal the decision to the City Council, and the appeal must be filed within ten .
days of this date.
After a brief discussion, on motion of Commissioner Sawyer, seconded by
Commissioner Moss, and unanimously carried, that a plot plan with elevations be
submitted to the Commission for architectural approval.
CHAIRMAN MCMILLEN IS NOW PRESENT AND ASSUMES THE CHAIR
COMMISSIONER PORTER IS EXCUSED
PROPOSED ZONING MAP REFERRED TO PLANNING COMMISSION BY THE CITY
Director Gallop reviewed the four changes
subject to this Commission's report.
After discussion, the following action was taken.
in the map which
COUNCIL
the Council approved,
1. The Commission agreed that the zoning be changed from P -M to R -2 on that parcel
of land facing Linda Drive and adjacent to Brisco Road, as approved by the Council.
2. After discussion, on motion of Commissioner Skelton, seconded by Commissioner Moss.,
motion carried, with one "no" vote, that the Commission recommend to the City
Council to retain the R -G zoning with the height limitation reduced to R -1
limitations, for the entire area as indicated on the map, that area easterly
of Elm Street, south of Maple, north of Fair Oaks, and westerly of Alder, for
reasons of greater control over R -G zoning, better use of the land involved,
and lower density potential.
3. Regarding the area classified by the Commission as F -S, beginning at a point on
Traffic Way, which is the northeast corner of the Highway Service District, thence
northwesterly to the southeast corner of the R -1 District, which is the southwest
corner of the trucking company, and all of that area easterly of that line, with
the exception of the property now occupied by the Arden Dairy, the Commission
concurred, with 4 "yes" votes and 2 "no" votes, with the Council's recommendation
that this area be zoned H -S.
4. The Commission unanimously agreed that the property presently occupied by the
Arden Dairy Company, owned by Mrs. Keesaman, be classified as Central Business
District.
TIRE RECAP SHOP - 111 ALDER STREET
Commissioner Moss stated he had received a call from a resident of Alder Street
complaining that the Tire Shop is again giving off residue, and requested that an
investigation be made and a report be given to the Commission.
STREAMBED
Commissioner Moss stated that he has lived in Arroyo Grande for about nine years
and one of the things he enjoys most is the stream going through town and, in his
opinion, some of the residents and businesses have neglected their duty to maintain
a clean streambed. He referred to Section 4 -601 to 607 of the City Code relating
to accumulated waste material, and on motion of Commissioner Moss, seconded by
Commissioner Skelton, and unanimously carried, that a recommendation be made to
the City Council that they instruct the Police Department to enforce said
Ordinance.
Commissioner Moss also requested organization of a tour of the streambed and
to invite the City Council and all interested parties, such as the Fire Dept.,
Health Dept„ Fish and Game Warden, etc.. to participate. After discussion it was
agreed that Saturday, October 12th be established as the date for the tour, with
all interested parties meeting at the City Hall at 10:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION ACT
Director Gallop advised that in 1966 the State adopted the Highway Beautification
Act and certain phases of this has to do with outdoor advertising, and that the State
instructed the Division of Highways to issue permits under certain conditions for
advertising along the freeway, and local authorities had no say in respect to their
zoning. Therefore, the Act has been amended whereas any City or County, if the
Commission and Council adopt a Resolution requesting the Division of Highways to
refer all requests for advertising to the City or County for zoning approval prior
to the issuance of a permit. By the adoption of this resolution and concurrence
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of the Council, the Division of Highways must first refer all requests to the City
prior to issuing permits.
After discussion, the following action was taken.
RESOLUTION N0. 68 -110
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE REQUESTING DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO REQUIRE CERTIFICATE OF
COMPLIANCE
On motion of Commissioner Strother, seconded by Commissioner Skelton, and by the
following roll call vote, to -wit:
AYES: Commissioners Moss, St. Denis, Sawyer, Skelton, Strother and
Chairman McMillen
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Porter
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 1st day of October, 1968.
COASTAL- VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL
Commissioner St. Denis reported that the Council is ready to present the Bylaws
for approval to the City Councils and Commissions. He also requested that another
representative be appointed to the Council in his place. Commissioner Skelton was
appointed as representative to the Coastal - Valley Planning Council for the next
three months.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman McMillen declared the meeting adjourned at 9:24 p.m.
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