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Agenda Package - PC_Mar01_2022PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, March 1, 2022, 6:00 p.m. Zoom Virtual Meeting Webinar ID: 832 5584 8846 ByTelephone: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799 Please click the link below to join the Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83255848846 Webinar ID: 832 5584 8846 Or by Telephone: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799 Given the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in San Luis Obispo County, and in compliance with Assembly Bill (AB) 361, which allows for a deviation of teleconference rules required by the Ralph M. Brown Act, Planning Commission meetings will be conducted by video/teleconferencing through Zoom Webinar until further notice. Meetings will be broadcast live on Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website and www.slo- span.org. Members of the public may participate and provide public comment on agenda items during the meeting by joining the Zoom meeting or by submitting written public comments to the Clerk of the Commission at pc-publiccomment@arroyogrande.org. 1.CALL TO ORDER 2.ROLL CALL 3.FLAG SALUTE 4.AGENDA REVIEW The Commission may revise the order of agenda items depending on public interest and/or special presentations. 5.COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS This public comment period is an invitation to members of the community to present issues, thoughts, or suggestions on matters not scheduled on this agenda. Comments should be limited to those matters that are within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. Members of the public may provide public comment remotely by joining the Zoom meeting utilizing one of the methods provided below. Please use the “raise hand” feature to indicate your desire to provide public comment. Click the link below to join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83255848846 Webinar ID: 832 5584 8846 Or Telephone Attendee: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799; Press * 9 to “raise hand” for public comment The Brown Act restricts the Commission from taking formal action on matters not published on the agenda. In response to your comments, the Chair or presiding official may: • Direct City staff to assist or coordinate with you. • A Commissioner may state a desire to meet with you. • It may be the desire of the Commission to place your issue or matter on a future agenda. Please adhere to the following procedures when addressing the Commission: • Comments should be limited to 3 minutes or less. • Your comments should be directed to the Commission as a whole and not directed to an individual Commissioner. • Slanderous, profane or personal remarks against any Commissioner or member of the audience shall not be permitted. 6.WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Correspondence or supplemental information for the Planning Commission received after Agenda preparation. In compliance with the Brown Act, the Commission will not take action on correspondence relating to items that are not listed on the Agenda, but may schedule such matters for discussion or hearing as part of future agenda consideration. 7.CONSENT AGENDA 7.a.APPROVAL OF MINUTES (HOLUB) Recommended Action: Approve the minutes of the December 21, 2021 Regular Meeting 8.PUBLIC HEARINGS None. 9.NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 9.a.General Plan Annual Report for 2021 Recommended Action: It is recommended the Planning Commission receive and file the 2021 General Plan Annual Report for final acceptance by the City Council. 10.NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS SINCE FEBRUARY 1, 2022 Item No. 1: Plot Plan Review 22-003; Establishment Of A Vacation Rental In An Existing Single Family Residence; Location – 847 Meadowlark Drive; Applicant – Elvin And Nellie Kauffman After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.080 of the Municipal Code, the Community Development Director approved the above referenced project for the establishment of a Vacation Rental in the Planned Development – 1.1 (PD-1.1) zoning district. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on March 2, 2022. Item No. 2: Viewshed Review 22-001; Two-Story Addition To An Existing Single Family Residence; Location: 305 Short St; Applicant: Ryan Buckley; Representative: Andrew Goodwin After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.110 of the Municipal Code, the Community Development Director, with a recommendation from the Architectural Review Committee, approved the above referenced project for the construction of a two-story addition to an existing single family residence. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on March 7, 2022. Page 2 of 37 11.COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS Correspondence/Comments as presented by the Planning Commission. 12.STAFF COMMUNICATIONS Correspondence/Comments as presented by the City Manager. 13.ADJOURNMENT All staff reports or other written documentation, including any supplemental material distributed to a majority of the Planning Commission within 72 hours of a regular meeting, relating to each item of business on the agenda are available for public inspection during regular business hours in the City Clerk’s office, 300 E. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation, contact the Legislative and Information Services Department at 805-473-5400 as soon as possible and at least 48 hours prior to the meeting date. This agenda was prepared and posted pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2 Agenda reports can be accessed and downloaded from the City’s website at www.arroyogrande.org If you would like to subscribe to receive email or text message notifications when agendas are posted, you can sign up online through the “Notify Me” feature. Planning Commission Meetings are cablecast live and videotaped for replay on Arroyo Grande’s Government Access Channel 20. The rebroadcast schedule is published at www.slo-span.org. Page 3 of 37 1 ACTION MINUTES MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION December 21, 2021, 6:00 p.m. Zoom Virtual Meeting Webinar ID: 832 5584 8846 ByTelephone: 1-669-900-6833; 1-346-248-7799 Commission Members Present: Chair Glenn Martin, Vice Chair Frank Schiro, Commissioner Ken Sage, Commissioner Jamie Maraviglia, Commissioner Jim Guthrie Staff Present: Associate Planner Andrew Perez, Assistant Planner Patrick Holub, Community Development Director Brian Pedrotti Given the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in San Luis Obispo County, and in compliance with Assembly Bill (AB) 361, which allows for a deviation of teleconference rules required by the Ralph M. Brown Act, this meeting was held by teleconference. _____________________________________________________________________ 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Martin called the Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:00p.m. 2. ROLL CALL All present 3. FLAG SALUTE Chair Martin 4. AGENDA REVIEW None. 5. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS Chair Martin invited public comment. No public comments were received. 6. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None received. 7. CONSENT AGENDA 7.a Approval of Minutes Page 4 of 37 2 (HOLUB) Moved by Chair Martin Seconded by Vice Chair Schiro Approve the minutes of the December 7, 2021 Regular Meeting. Commissioner Buchanan abstained. Motion passes 4-0-1. Passed 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS None. 9. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 9.a Review Of Design Concepts For The Pre-Approved Regional Accessory Dwelling Unit Plan Project (PEREZ) Associate Planner Perez presented the staff report, which included information about grant funding, the consultant selection process and the ADU designs that have been developed as part of the project. Associate Planner Perez introduced the design team. Ryan Brocket, architect, spoke about his background, gave additional information regarding the design team and presented the ADU designs that they developed. Omar Hason, architect, provided an overview of the six floor plans that were developed. Savannah Young spoke about architectural styles, the reasons they were chosen and outlined architectural characteristics between the designs. The design team responded to questions regarding the feedback they are seeking, the plan review process and alternative architectural styles that were not included. Associate Planner Perez responded to questions regarding the plan review process and the submittal items required at the time of application for a Building Permit. Chair Martin invited public comment. No public comments were received. The Commission made various comments regarding their preferences for floor plans and architectural styles and encouraged flexibility in design and a streamlined process for approving permits once the designs are in place. 10. NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS SINCE DECEMBER 7, 2021 Received. 11. COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS Vice Chair Schrio wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Page 5 of 37 3 12. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS Associate Planner Perez asked the Commission to nominate a member to serve as the Commission's representative on the Arroyo Grande Community Service Grant Committee. He also spoke about the amount of funding available, the source of those funds and the anticipated time commitment for the participants. Vice Chair Schiro nominated Commissioner Guthrie. Commissioner Maraviglia seconded the nomination. Commissioner Buchanan nominated himself to be the alternate representative. The Commission unanimously agreed to have Commissioner Guthrie serve as the Commission's representative on the Community Service Grant Committee with Commissioner Buchanan serving as the alternate representative. Community Development Director introduced Andrew Perez as the new acting Planning Manager. 13. ADJOURNMENT The Meeting adjourned at 7:12p.m. _________________________ Patrick Holub Assistant Planner _________________________ Glenn Martin, Chair Page 6 of 37 MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commission FROM: Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director BY: Andrew Perez, Acting Planning Manager SUBJECT: 2021 General Plan Annual Report DATE: March 1, 2022 SUMMARY OF ACTION: The General Plan Annual Report is an informational document identifying work completed in the previous year to implement the City’s General Plan. It is an informational document only and once received and filed by the City Council is filed with the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research and California Department of Housing and Community Development. IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES: No financial impact is projected. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended the Planning Commission receive and file the 2021 General Plan Annual Report (the “Annual Report” or “Report”) for final acceptance by the City Council. BACKGROUND: California Government Code Section 65400 requires all cities to file a General Plan Annual Report to the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR). The purpose of the Report is to monitor the City's implementation of the General Plan over time, to help identify statewide trends, document progress in meeting the City’s share of regional housing needs, and inform local decision makers. Prior to submittal to the state, the Annual Report must be presented to the City Council for review and acceptance. As a procedural matter, the Annual Report is being brought to the Planning Commission for receipt and acceptance prior to the Council given the role of the Commission as one of the "keepers" of the General Plan. Page 7 of 37 City Council 2021 General Plan Annual Report March 1, 2022 Page 2 The City's General Plan was adopted in October 2001. A number of activities have been undertaken that implement the goals and policies of the General Plan since that time, including the optional elements adopted by the City. ANALYSIS OF ISSUES: The Annual Report provides an overview of the activities completed or currently being undertaken during 2021 to implement or update the General Plan. During the 2021 calendar year, amendments to two (2) General Plan elements were adopted. Adopted by City Council on January 26, 2021, the Housing Element was deemed in compliance with State Housing Element Law by the State Depar tment of Housing and Community Development on May 5, 2021. The Housing Element established policies and programs to meet the City’s 6th cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation of 692 units. An important element in achieving the housing goals is the creation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Housing Element Program A.2-1 encourages ADU development through updates to the ADU ordinance and execution of the pre-approved ADU plan program. Community Development staff obtained comments and direction about the ADU Ordinance from City Council on February 8, 2022. Revisions to the draft ordinance are anticipated to return to Council for consideration later this Spring. The pre-approved ADU plan program, a regional effort with the cities of Atascadero, Grover Beach, and Morro Bay, is underway and expected to be completed later this year. Council also adopted an update to the Circulation Element on June 22, 2021 . The adopted Element includes updated policies for traffic management and analysis, parking, and safety. These policies bring the Circulation Element into compliance with recent legislative directives such as The Complete Streets Act (AB 1358), Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32), and The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act (SB 375). Additionally, Multimodal Transportation Impact Study Guidelines were adopted, which establish a comprehensive, clear and consistent standard for analysis for all development projects within the City. The City’s Annual Report is formatted into two (2) section s:  Section 1: Introduction, including the legal requirements of the Annual Report and status of the adopted Elements of the General Plan; and  Section 2: Summary of Activity for 2021. Please note that the tables reporting housing data are derived from spreadsheets provided by the State, with limited formatting functionality. These digital spreadsheets will be submitted in their native file format, resolving blurry image issues. ALTERNATIVES: The following alternatives are provided for the Commission’s consideration: 1. Receive and file the General Plan Annual Report for final acceptance by the City Council; or Page 8 of 37 City Council 2021 General Plan Annual Report March 1, 2022 Page 3 2. Provide comments for Council’s consideration. ADVANTAGES: The City will be providing the State with data in compliance with the California Government Code DISADVANTAGES: There are no disadvantages identified with filing the Annual Report. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: No environmental review is required for this item. PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS: The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2. At the time of report publication, no comments have been received. Attachments: 1. 2021 General Plan Annual Report Page 9 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 1 General Plan Annual Report 2021 Page 10 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 2 CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE City Council Caren Ray Russom, Mayor Lan George, Mayor Pro Tem Kristen Barneich Keith Storton Jimmy Paulding Planning Commission Glenn Martin, Chair Frank Schiro, Vice Chair Jamie Maraviglia Jim Guthrie Kevin Buchanan Community Development Department Whitney McDonald, City Manager Bill Robeson, Assistant City Manager Brian Pedrotti, Community Development Director Andrew Perez, Associate Planner Patrick Holub, Assistant Planner Contact Information City of Arroyo Grande Community Development Department 300 E. Branch Street Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 Phone: (805) 473-5420 Website www.arroyogrande.org Page 11 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 3 Contents Section 1 - Introduction .................................................................................................................. 4 A. Purpose of the Annual Report ................................................................................................ 4 B. Purpose of the General Plan ................................................................................................... 4 C. Status of the Adopted Elements of the City’s General Plan ................................................... 4 Land Use Element (Adopted October 2001) ............................................................................... 6 Circulation Element (Adopted June 2021) .................................................................................. 6 Housing Element (Adopted January 2021) ................................................................................. 7 Agriculture, Conservation, and Open Space Element (Adopted October 2001, Amended June 2007) ............................................................................................................................................ 8 Safety Element (Adopted October 2001) .................................................................................... 8 Noise Element (Adopted October 2001) ..................................................................................... 8 Economic Development Element (Adopted October 2012) ....................................................... 8 Parks and Recreation Element (Adopted October 2001) ............................................................ 8 Section 2 – Summary of Activity – 2021 ......................................................................................... 9 Planning Commission .................................................................................................................. 9 Building and Life Safety Division ................................................................................................. 9 Planning Division ......................................................................................................................... 9 General Plan Policies and Programs .......................................................................................... 10 Appendix A – Housing Element Reporting Forms ......................................................................... 11 Page 12 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 4 Section 1 - Introduction A. Purpose of the Annual Report This report reviews the activities that took place to implement the Arroyo Grande General Plan between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021. This report fulfills the requirements of Section 65400 of the California Government Code, which requires the City to file an annual report addressing the status of the General Plan and progress made toward goals and objectives. This annual report provides a means to monitor the success of implementing the General Plan and determine if changes need to be made in the plan or its implementation programs. The City is required to file the annual report with the Office of Planning and Research (OPR), as well as to their legislative bodies. The legislative body for Arroyo Grande is the City Council. B. Purpose of the General Plan The General Plan is the foundational development policy document of the City of Arroyo Grande. It defines the framework by which the physical, economic and human resources of the City are to be managed and utilized over time. The General Plan is available for public review at City Hall and on the City’s website. The General Plan acts to clarify and articulate the intentions of the City with respect to the rights and expectations of the public, property owners, and prospective investors and business interests. C. Status of the Adopted Elements of the City’s General Plan State law requires that the General Plan include seven elements. These mandatory elements must cover the following topics: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Safety, Noise, Conservation, and Open Space. State law allows the City to adopt any additional general plan elements that the City deems necessary. The City has adopted the Parks and Recreation, Agriculture, and Economic Development Elements as optional elements, which have the same decision making weight as the mandatory elements. Additionally, the elements of the general plan may combine elements as it deems necessary. The City of Arroyo Grande General Plan combines Agriculture, Open Space, and Conservation elements into a single element. The following is a breakdown of the City’s General Plan: Arroyo Grande GP Elements Required GP Elements Examples of Topics Covered Agriculture, Conservation and Open Space Element Agriculture (Optional) Define policy for the protection of significant natural resources, providing the setting or context for urban land use development and incorporated City areas. Conservation Open Space Fringe and Urban Area Land Use Element Land Use Provides for the types, density or intensity, design and distribution of existing and potential City areas. Circulation/Transportation Element Circulation Identifies the street pattern and other circulation infrastructure and transportation Page 13 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 5 Arroyo Grande GP Elements Required GP Elements Examples of Topics Covered systems needed to support the uses identified Land Use Element. Housing Element Housing Identifies and provides an analysis of existing and projected housing needs, an evaluation of housing constraints, a statement of goals, policies, quantifiable objectives and financial resources, and scheduled programs for the preservation, improvement, and development of housing. Safety Element Safety Provides for the protection of lives and property from the adverse effects of natural and man- caused hazards. Noise Element Noise Identifies the sources and outlines policy to protect land uses against adverse noise levels associated with necessary circulation and related activity. Economic Development Element Economic Development (Optional) Defines the objectives, policies and proposals for improved employment, business retention and expansion, and fiscal growth of the community. Park and Recreation Element Parks and Recreation (Optional) Outlines these public facilities and services desired to support the City and area residents, businesses, and visitors’ leisure-time activities. The City’s General Plan was comprehensively updated in October 2001. The City’s last major update of the General plan was completed in January 2017, with the City’s approval of the E. Cherry Avenue Specific Plan project. The following is a list of updates to the General Plan since the document’s adoption: Amendment No. Date Type Project GPA 02-001 November 2003 Land Use Map Parkside Residences GPA 02-002 June 2003 Land Use Map Berry Gardens Subarea 2 GPA 03-001 April 2003 Land Use Map Village Core Extension GPA 03-002 September 2003 Land Use Map Agriculture Designations GPA 03-003 March 2004 AG/C/OS Conversion of Prime Ag Land, Farmworker Housing, and Ag Conservation Easements GPA 04-001 Withdrawn by applicant Land Use Map Alder House GPA 04-002 August 2004 Land Use Map Noyes Road Properties Page 14 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 6 Amendment No. Date Type Project GPA 04-003 March 2005 Housing Element Housing Element Update GPA 06-001 August 2006 Land Use Map Castillo Del Mar GPA 06-002 November 2006 Circ & Parks and Rec Elements Bike and Pedestrian Plan GPA 06-003 November 2007 Land Use Map S. Elm Multi-Family Designation GPA 06-004 February 2007 Land Use Map Sunset Drive GPA 07-001 June 2007 AG/C/OS Creek Protection Policies GPA 07-002 November 2007 Housing Element Affordable Housing Requirements GPA 07-003 Placed on hold due to competing priorities AG/C/OS Conservation Element Update GPA 09-001 September 2009 Land Use Map 2009 Land Use Map Cleanup GPA 09-001B October 2009 Land Use Map Pearwood Annexation GPA 11-001 Withdrawn by applicant Land Use Map Hillcrest GPA 11-002 October 2013 Housing Element 2007-15 Housing Element GPA 12-001 Withdrawn by applicant Land Use Map Alder House GPA 12-002 July 2012 Circulation Element Bicycle and Trails Master Plan GPA 12-003 October 2012 Economic Development 2012 Economic Development Element GPA 14-001 March 2014 Land Use Map Heights at Vista Del Mar Annexation GPA 14-002 October 2015 Land Use Element Courtland/Grand GPA 14-003 March 2016 Housing Element 2014-19 Housing Element GPA 15-001 January 2017 AG/C/OS Creek Map Land Use Map E. Cherry Avenue Specific Plan The following is a brief overview of actions taken in 2021 relative to each individual Element: Land Use Element (Adopted October 2001) No text amendments to the Land Use Element occurred in 2021. Circulation Element (Adopted June 2021) City Council adopted a comprehensive update to the City’s Circulation Element on June 22, 2021. The adopted Element includes updated policies for traffic management and analysis, parking, and Page 15 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 7 safety. These policies bring the Circulation Element into compliance with recent legislative directives such as The Complete Streets Act (AB 1358), Global Warming Solutions Act (AB 32), and The Sustainable Communities and Climate Protection Act (SB 375). Additionally, Multimodal Transportation Impact Study Guidelines were adopted, which establish a comprehensive, clear and consistent standard for analysis for all development projects within the City. Housing Element (Adopted January 2021) City Council adopted the Housing Element update on January 26, 2021. Upon adoption by City Council, the Housing Element was submitted to the State Department of Housing and Community Development for review. On May 5, 2021, HCD found the Housing Element in full compliance with the State Housing Element Law. Another update is not anticipated until the conclusion of this housing cycle in 2028. The City also partnered with the cities of Atascadero, Morro Bay, and Grover Breach to obtain funding from the Regional Early Action Planning grant program to develop pre-approved accessory dwelling unit (ADU) plans. The adopted Housing Element relies heavily on the development of ADUs to meet the City’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation of 692 units. The regional pre-approved ADU plan program will implement programs identified in the 6th cycle Housing Element to meet the City’s housing goals. Table 1 reflects the number of units that were entitled, permitted, and/or finaled in 2021. This is compared to the number of units permitted in 2020. With changes in reporting requirements for the State, future Annual Reports will have comparable data between the current and previous years: Table 1: Entitled, Permitted, & Finaled Units – 2020 vs. 2021 Income Level Entitled Permitted Finaled 2020 2021 2020 2021 2020 2021 Very Low 0 0 0 0 0 0 Low 0 63 0 0 20 0 Moderate 0 0 0 0 0 0 Above Moderate 4 5 54 14 63 25 Total 4 68 54 14 83 25 The year 2021 was the second year of the 6th cycle for purposes of reporting progress towards the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA). Table 2 reflects the number of units permitted during the first two years of the 6th cycle. Page 16 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 8 Table 2: 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation Income Level RHNA by Income Units Permitted 2020 – 2028 Very Low 170 0 Low 107 0 Moderate 124 0 Above Moderate 291 68 Total 692 68 Agriculture, Conservation, and Open Space Element (Adopted October 2001, Amended June 2007) No text amendments to the Agriculture, Conservation, and Open Space Element occurred in 2021. Safety Element (Adopted October 2001) No text amendments to the Safety Element occurred in 2021. Noise Element (Adopted October 2001) No text amendments to the Noise Element occurred in 2021. Economic Development Element (Adopted October 2012) No text amendments to the Economic Development Element occurred in 2021. Parks and Recreation Element (Adopted October 2001) No text or map amendments to the Parks and Recreation Element occurred in 2021. Page 17 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 9 Section 2 – Summary of Activity – 2021 The City of Arroyo Grande policies and programs identified in the General Plan include tools already in place and used on a day-to-day basis in the City. Some of the various tools available to further the City’s goals and objectives include the City Council’s annual goals and priorities, Budget/Capital Improvement Program, Specific Plans and Master Plans of Development, Zoning and Subdivision Regulations, CDBG Funds, etc. Planning Commission The City of Arroyo Grande Planning Commission is designated as the "Planning Agency", as authorized by Section 65100 of the Government Code. The Commission has the discretionary and advisory responsibilities that are authorized by Chapters 2.18, 16.04, and 16.08 of the Arroyo Grande Municipal Code. During 2021, the Planning Commission took action on the following: • Two (2) General Plan Amendments; • Four (4) Conditional Use Permits; • One (1) Time Extension; • Three (3) Lot Line Adjustments; • Three (3) Appeals; • One (1) Planned Unit Development; • Two (2) Conditional Use Permit Amendments; and • One (1) Development Code Amendment. Building and Life Safety Division The City’s Building and Life Safety Division reviews project plans, issues permits, and provides inspection services for compliance with California's building, fire, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, energy, and disabled access codes, as well as City ordinances. In 2021, the Building Division received 560 building permit applications and issued 479 building permits. During the past year, City building inspectors made 2,507 construction and safety- related inspections associated with building permit activity. The Building Division finaled and completed 291 building permits in the same period. Engineering Division The City’s Engineering Division ensures all construction in the public right-of-way related to land development entitlements comply with adopted codes and engineering standards. Additionally, the Engineering Division, in partnership with the Public Works Department, is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the City’s Stormwater Management Program. In 2021, the Engineering Division received 185 applications for encroachment permits, 8 grading permit applications, and 57 stormwater permit applications for a total of 250 permit applications received. Major work efforts include the Brisco Interchange Project, Traffic Way Bridge rehabilitation and replacement projects, and Circulation Element update. Page 18 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 10 Planning Division The Planning Division assists the community, the City Council, and the Planning Commission in preparing for the City's future growth and development, as well as reviews current development plans for consistency with local ordinances. The Planning Division administers the Development Code and deals with transportation, housing, community facilities, public safety, open space, design, and the use of land. The Planning Division provides support staff to the Planning Commission, Architectural Review Committee, and Downtown Parking Advisory Board. Administrative functions include the scheduling of meetings, preparation of agendas, posting of hearing notices, and preparation of minutes. The Planning Division provides land use analysis, environmental review as required under the California Environmental Quality Act, and prepares staff reports for the aforementioned Commissions and Committees, including the City Council. In 2021, the Planning Division received 115 applications for various land use entitlements (permits), including, land divisions, Conditional Use Permits, Minor Use Permits, and Sign permits. In 2021, the Planning Division spent time working on a number of work items. These work items included: • Update to the Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance • Community Service Grant Program • Community Development Block Grant Program • Participation in a regional effort to develop a stock accessory dwelling unit program; and • Participation in the Regional Housing Action Team working group. General Plan Policies and Programs Community Development Department staff is currently working on a number of items specifically related to the General Plan, as referenced above. Prioritized work efforts for the General Plan include the Halcyon Road Complete Streets Plan, and the preparation for a comprehensive General Plan Update scheduled to begin in 2022. Page 19 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 11 Appendix A – Housing Element Reporting Forms Page 20 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 12 Table A Page 21 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 13 Table A2 (Part 1) Page 22 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 14 Table A2 (Part 2) Page 23 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 15 Table A2 (Part 3) Page 24 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 16 Table A2 (Part 4) Page 25 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 17 Table B Page 26 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 18 Table D Page 27 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 19 Page 28 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 20 Page 29 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 21 Page 30 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 22 Page 31 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 23 Page 32 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 24 Page 33 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 25 Page 34 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 26 Page 35 of 37 Arroyo Grande General Plan Annual Report - 2021 Page 27 Summary Page 36 of 37 ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS PLANNING COMMISSION MARCH 1, 2022 (Decisions by the Community Development Director) ITEM NO. 1: PLOT PLAN REVIEW 22-003; ESTABLISHMENT OF A VACATION RENTAL IN AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE; LOCATION – 847 MEADOWLARK DRIVE; APPLICANT – ELVIN AND NELLIE KAUFFMAN After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.080 of the Municipal Code, the Community Development Director approved the above referenced project for the establishment of a Vacation Rental in the Planned Development – 1.1 (PD-1.1) zoning district. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on March 2, 2022. ITEM NO. 2: VIEWSHED REVIEW 22-001; TWO-STORY ADDITION TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE; LOCATION: 305 SHORT ST; APPLICANT: RYAN BUCKLEY; REPRESENTATIVE: ANDREW GOODWIN After making the findings specified in Section 16.16.110 of the Municipal Code, the Community Development Director, with a recommendation from the Architectural Review Committee, approved the above referenced project for the construction of a two-story addition to an existing single family residence. The deadline to appeal this project is at 5:00 pm on March 7, 2022. Page 37 of 37