PC R 97-1645RESOLUTION NO. 97-1645
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING THAT THE
CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION;
1NSTRUCT THE CITY CLERK TO FILE A NOTICE OF
DETERMINATION AND APPROVE TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP 97-544, LOCATED AT 1570 WEST BRANCH STREET,
APPLIED FOR BY WOOD INVESTMENTS
WHEREAS, the appiicant, Wood Investments, has filed Tentative Parcei Map 97-544
to subdivide two existing commercial parcels into three.parcels of 6.39 acres, 3.05
acres, and 0.46 acres, respectively, as illustrated on Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has considered
Tentative Parcel Map 97-544 at public hearings on November 18, and December 16,
1997 in accordance with the Development Code of the City of Arroyo Grande; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission found that this project is consistent with the
City's General Plan, Development Code and the environmental documents associated
therewith, and has re�iewed the draft Negative Declaration underthe provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
1. The proposed tentative parcel map, is consistent with the goals, objectives,
policies, plans, programs, intent, and requirements of the Arroyo Grande
General Plan, Development Code and the Oak Park Acres Planned Development
#140 because the proposed parcels are consistent with the required lot areas,
widths, and depths as specified in Planned Development 1.1.
2. This site as shown on the tentative parcel map, is physically suitable for future
development because all necessary easements, adequate circulation and
setbacks could be provided. The site is also suitable for future development
because parking may be provided through a reduction as specified in Section
9-12.050 (1 � of the Development Code.
3. This site as shown on the tentative tract map, is physically suitable for the
future density of development because all necessary easements, adequate
circulation and setbacks could be provided to accommodate an additional
building within the shopping center. �
4. The design of the tentative parce( map or the proposed improveme?�ts are not
likely to cause substantial and considerable damage to the natural environment,
including fish, wildlife or their habitat.
5. The design of the subdivision or proposed improvements are not likely to cause
public health problems:
6. The design of the tentative parcel map or the type of improvements will not
conflict with easements acquired by the public at large for access through, or
use of, property within the proposed tentative parcel map or that alternate
easements for access or for use will be provided, and that these alternative
easements will be substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the
public because there are no existing or proposed public easements for the
proposed parcel map. .
Resotution No. 97-1645
Wood Investments
1570 West Branch Street
December 16, 1997
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7. The discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into' an existing
community sewer system will not result in violation of existing requirements a
prescribed. in Division 7(commencing with Section 13000) of the California
Water Code.
8. Adequate public services and facilities exist or will be provided as the result of
the proposed tentative parcel map to support project development.
Department of Fish and Game Required Findings:
1. The City of Arroyo Grande has prepared an initial study pursuant to Section
� 15063 of the Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act for
Tentative Parcel Map 97-544.
2. Based on the initial study, a negative declaration was . prepared for public
review. .
3. After holding a public hearing pursuant to State and City Codes, and
considering the record as a whole, the Planning Commission adopted the
negative declaration and found that there is no substantial evidence of any
significant adverse effect, either individually or on the habitat upon which the
wildlife depends as a result of development of this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Ptanning Commission of the City of
Arroyo Grande hereby recommends that the City Council adopt a negative declaration,
instruct the secretary to file a Notice of Determination and approve Tentative Parcel
Map 97-544, with the above findings and subject to the conditions of approval as set
forth in Attachment "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
On motion by Commissioner�0'Donnell; seconded by Commissioner Rondeau, and by
the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: � Commissioners 0'Donnell, Rondeau and Lubin
NOES: Commissioners Haney and Greene
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 16th day of December 1997.
ATTEST:
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Pearl L. Phinney, Commissio lerk
TO CONTENT:
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Doreen Lib rto-Blanck, AIC
Community Development Director
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Resolution No. 97-1645
ATTACHMENT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVA!
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 97-544
Wood Investments
1570 West Branch Street
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
GENERAL CONDITIONS
This approval authorizes the subdivision of two (2) parcels into three (3) parcels
consisting of 6.38 acres, 3.05 acres, and 0.46 acres with reciprocal parking and
access.
1. The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and
City requirements as are applicable to this project.
2. This tentative map approval shall automatically expire on December 16, 1999
unless the final map is recordecl or an extension is granted pursuant to Section
9-02.140.C. of the Development Code.
3. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented
to the Planning Commission at the meeting of December 16, 1997 and marked
Exhibit "A".
4. The applicant shall, as a condition of approval of this tentative or final map
application, defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Arroyo Grande, its
present or former agents, officers and employees from any claim, action, or
proceeding against the City, its past or present agents, officers, or employees
to attack, set aside, void, or annul City's approval of this subdivision, which
action is brought within the time period provided for by law. This condition is
subject to the provisions of Government Code Section 66474.9, which are
incorporated by reference herein as though set forth in full:
DEVELOPMENT CODE
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All future development shall conform to the Development Code requirements
and. Planned Development 1.1 except as otherwise approved.
,The developer shall comply with Development Code Chapter 9-04, "Land
Divisions".
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7. The •developer shall comply with Development Code Chapter 9-14,
"D.edications, Fees and Reservations."
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SPEC/AL COND/T/ONS �
8. Prior to recordation of the final map, the Parks and Recreation Director shall
inspect the site and require that missing trees and other original landscaping be
replaced.
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9. Future development witfiin the Oak Park Plaza shopping.center may require
approval of a parking reduction consistent with Development Code section 9-
12.050.
10. Future development within the center shall conform to the Oak Park Acres
Planned Development general architectural theme of western, ranch, and/or
Spanish with emphasis on low roof lines, good overhangs, abundant use of
slump stone, heavy wood, stucco and brick. No rock roofs or composition
shingle shall be permitted. The architectural style shall also be consistent with
the existing buildings within the plaza.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT CONDITIONS
All Public Works Department conditions of approval as listed below are to be
comptied with prior to recording the map or finalizing the permit, unless
specifically noted otherwise.
DEDICATIONS AND EASEMENTS
11. Private and public easements shall be reserved on the map, or other separate
document as determined by the Director of Public Works.
FEES AND BONDS FOR ALL CITY DEPARTMENTS
The applicant shall pay all applicable City fees, including the following:
12. FEES TO BE PAID PRIOR TO PLAN SUBMITTAL
a. Map check fee for Parcel Map (5215 + 511.00 per lot).
13. Prior to checking the map, a current preliminary title report shall be submitted
to the Director of Public Works. A current subdivision guarantee shall be
submitted to the Director of Public Works prior to recording the Map.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
14. Prior to recording the map, the applicant shall submit a recorded document
signed by all property owners within Oak Park Plaza granting permission to alter
the site circulation and parking for development of Parcel 3.� �
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