PC R 95-1528RFSOLUTION NO. 95-1528
A RFSOLUTION OF 1�IE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CAS� NO. 95-538, AND
ASSOCIATED ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW TO CONVERT
EXISTING STRUCTURFS 'I'O COMMERCIAL USE AND
ADDITION OF 811 SQUARE F,EET OF COMMERCIAL
TLOOR SPACE, APPL�ED FOR BY DARC ENTERPRISFS,
INC., AT 1147 GRAND AVENUE; ADOPTION OF A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION WITH MITIGATION
MEASURFS AND INSTRUCTION THAT T'HE SECRETARY
FILE A NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Anoyo Grande has considered
Conditional Use Permit Case No. 95-538, and Associated Architectural Review, filed by DARC
Enterprises, Inc., to convert existing structures to commercial use and addition of 811 square
feet of commercial floor space, in the General Commercial GC zone; and
W�IEREAS, the Planning Commission has held a public hearing on this application in
accordance with the City Code; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has found that this project is consistent with the
General Plan and the Environmental documents associated therewith; and
WHEREA5, tl�e Planning Commission has reviewed this project in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) arid
WIiEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
Conditional Use Perrnit Tindings:
1. The proposed use is permitteci within the subject district pursuant to the provisions of
Section 9-03.050 of the Development Code, and complies with all applicable provisions
of the Development Code, the goals and objectives of the Arroyo Grande General Plan,
and the development policies and standards of the City.
2. The proposed use will not impair the integrity and character or the district in which it
is to be established or located. �
3. The site is suit��ble for the type and intensity of use or development that is proposed.
There is adequate pau on site for the use and site drainage, setbacks and landscape
areas can be accommodated.
4. There are adequate provisions for water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to
ensure the public health and safety.
5. The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or
. materially injurious to properties and improvements in tlie vicinity.
Resolution No. 95-1528
Conditional Use Per,nit Case No. 95-538
DARC Enterprises, Inc.
1147 Grand Avenue
November 7, 1995
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Architectural Review Findings
1. The proposal is consistent with the "General Architectural Review Guidelines" for the
City of Anoyo Grande.
2. The proposal is consistent with the text and maps of the Arroyo Grande General Plan,
and the City of Arroyo Grande Development Code.
3. The proposal will not be detrimental to the health, safety, comfort and general welfare
of the persons working or residing in the neighborhood of the proposed project.
4. The general appearance of the proposal is in keeping with the character of the
neighborhood.
5. The proposal is not detrimental to the orderly and harmonious development of the City.
6. The proposal will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in the
neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City
of Arroyo Grande hereby adopts a negative declaration with mitigation measures; instructs the
Secretary to file a Notice of Determination; and approves said conditional use permit and
associated architectural review, subject to the standard conditions of the City and those
conditions and mitigations listed below:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
General Conditions
1. The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all State, County and City requirements
as are applicable to this project.
2. This application shall automatically expire on November 7, 1997 unless a building permit
is issued. Thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of the approval, the applicant may
apply for an extension of one (1) year from the original date of expiration.
3. Development shall occur in suUstantial conformance with the plans presented to the
Planning Commission at the meeting of November 7, 1995 and marked "Exhibit A".
4. The applicant shall agree to defend at his/her sole expense any action brought against the
City, its agents, officers, or employees because of the issuance of said approval, or in
the alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its
agents, officers, or employees, for any court costs and attorney's fee's which the City,
its agents, officers or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such
action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense
of any such action but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his/her obligations
under this condition.
Resolution No. 95-1528
Conditional Use Permit Case No. 95-538
DARC Enterprises, Inc.
1147 Grand Avenue .
November 7, 1995
Page 3
5. All construction shall utilize fixtures and designs which minimize water usage. Such
fixtures and designs shall include, but are not limited to, lvw flow shower heads, water
saving toilets, instant water heaters or hot water recirculating systems, drip irrigation
with drought tolerant landscaping and etcetera. All fixtures and designs shall be installed
prior to final occupancy.
6. A negative declaration with mitigation measures has been adopted for this project. The
following mitigations shall be implemented as conditions of approval and shall be
monitored by the appropriate City department or other responsible agency. The
applicant shall be responsible for verification in writing by the monitoring
department or agency that the mitigation measures have been implemented.
Mitigation Measures
7. In the event that during grading, construction, or development of the project, any
archaeological resources are uncovered, all work shall be halted until the City has
reviewed the resources for their significance. If human burials are encountererl, the
County Coroner (781-4513) shall be contacted immediately. The applicant may be
required to provide archaeological studies and/or mitigativn measures. All grading and
improvements plans shall be noted to reflect this mitigation.
Time Frame: Prior to issuance of building permits for the note, during
construction.
Monitoring Department: Building Department
8. Prior to issuance of Building Permits, the applicant shall pay the applicable
Transportation Facilities Development Impact Fee as required by Ordinance 461 C.S. and
shall pay the applicable Traffic Signalization fees as required by Municipal Code Section
3-2.3.
Time Frame: Prior to issuance of building permits.
Monitoring Department: Building Department
9. A Fire Irnpact fee of 29 cents per square foot shall be paid for conversion of "Building
B" and the addition to the main building. Based on review by the Director of Building
and Fire, credit may be given (if applicable) for utilizing alternative means of protection.
Time Frame: Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy
Monitoring Dep�rtmer�t: Building and Fire Department
Architectural Advisory Committee Conditions
10. All surfaces to match existing surfaces.
11. Window frames shall be white.
12. Repaint the entire project the new colors.
13. Window surrounds are stucco and are 2x popouts.
Resolution No. 95-1528
Conditional Use Permit Case No. 95-538
DARC Enterprises, Iuc.
1147 Grand Aven�ie
November 7, 1995
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Paint all miscellaneous items to match stucco.
The facia and undereaves are to be painted blue; rain gutters shall match the blue color.
If possible retain the bay window on the house or add a new bay window.
Wood posts to have a wood base and to be pained blue.
New roofing shall match the existing color.
19. The AAC encourages the applicant to explore alternatives to the Fire lane that is looped
around the front of the project. The AAC prefers to keep the existing landscape and
short retaining wall in place.
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Add landscaping parallel to the rear property line to screen the parking area from
residences.
All exposed block to be spliE face grey in color.
Community Develop�nent Department Conditions
22. Development shall conform with the GC zoning requirements unless otherwise approved.
23. Prior to occupancy of "Building B" by an office use or other time frame approved by the
Community Development Director and the Director of Public Works, all improvements
shown on Exhibit A shall be constructed as shown on Exhibit A, unless expressly
modified by conditions herein.
24. Prior to issuance of building permits an exterior lighting plan and site lighting footcandle
plan shall be prepared subject to the review and approval of the Planning and Police
Departments which shall comply with the provisions of Development Code Sections 9-
12.070 C(3) and 9-10.080. The required lights shall be installed prior to occupancy of
the site.
25. All parking spaces adjacent to a wall, fence'or property line shall have a minimum width
of 11 feet.
26. The development shall comply with Development Code Sections 9-10.070, "Fences,
Walls and Hedges"; 9-10.080, "Lighting"; 9-10.110, "Performance Standards"; and 9-
10.120 "Screening Requirements".
27. The trash enclosure shall be constructed pursuant to Development Code Section 9-
10.120C. This Section requires masonry walls, treated to be architecturally compatible
with the main building.
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Conditional Use Per�nit Case No. 95-538
DARC Enterprises, Inc.
1147 Grand Avenue
November 7, 1995
Page 5
28. Concrete curbs or alternative approved by the Director of Parks and Recreation shall be
provided between the parking areas and landscaping as part of the parking lot
improvements.
29. A minimum ten foot (10') wide landscape area shall be provided between the rear
property line and any parking or asphalt areas. Existing asphalt between "Building B"
and the property line may need to be removed to meet this condition.
30. If an increased level of fire protection is needed for "Building B" due to its change in
occupancy, the applicant shall use methods that do not adversely affect the appearance
of the building. Parapet walis are specifically prohibited.
31. All ducts, meters, air conditioning equipment, backflow preventers, and all other
mechanical equipment, whether on the ground, on the structure or elsewhere, shall be
screened from public view with materials architecturally compatible with the main
structure. It is especially important that gas and electric meters, electric transformers,
and large water piping systems be completely screened from public view.
32. If possible, the fire lane in front of the building shall be deleted. The landscaping should
be left in its present condition, except that a pedestrian walkway shall be constructed
from the street to the building.
Building and Fire Department Conditions:
33. Project must comply with the most recent edition of the State Building and Fire Codes.
34. Comply with all current UBC requirements regarding property line setbacks and fire
rating of walls and openings.
35. Comply with State Title 24 and current UBC accessibility standards for buildings,
restrooms, and parking areas.
36. Main driveway sliall be posted and enforced as a"Fire Lane" per Police Department
guidelines.
37. Install Fire Department Security box per Fire Department Approval.
Parks and Recreation Department Conditions
38. Prior to issuance of Building Permits, submit a landscaping plan showing changes to be
made, trees to be saved or removed.
39. All conditions of the Community Tree ordinance, 431 C.S. shall be followed in
protecting existing trees.
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Conditional Use Perrnit Case PVo. 95-538
DARC Enterprises, Inc.
1147 Grand Avenue
November 7, 1995
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Public Works Department Conditions
40. Replace any broken curb, gutter and sidewalk along Grand Avenue frontage of the
project as directed by the Director of Public Works.
41. All public works improvement plans shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer registered in
the State of California.
42. Prior to issuance of building permits, the applicant shall submit a grading and drainage
plan. All improvement water shall drain to the street or be stored on site in a manner
approved by the Director of Public Works.
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Prior to issuance of building permits, pay drainage fees as calculated by the Building
Department.
If the Fire lane is not constructed, the existing driveway approach shall be removed and
replaced with curb, gutter and sidewalk.
On motion by Commissioner Soto, secondeci by Commissioner Lubin, and by the
following roll call vote to wit:
AYFS: Commissioners Soto, Lubin, Back, Deviny, Tappan, and Keen
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Carr �
the foregoing Resolution was passed and adopted this 7th day of November, 1995.
ATTFST:
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Luci le , reese, Commission Clerk Joha�een, Ch_ ' erson
TO CONTENT:
Doreen Litiekto-Blanck, Community Development Director
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