PC R 03-1865RESOLUTION NO. 03-1865
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARROYO GRANDE RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLARATION, INSTRUCT THE DIRECTOR OF
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES TO FILE A NOTICE OF
DETERMINATION, AND APPROVE AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT CASE NO. 03-002, LOCATED AT 908 RANCHO PARKWAY,
APPLIED FOR BY INVESTEC PROPERTIES, INC. FOR FITNESS 19
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande has considered
Amended Conditional Use Permit Case No. 03-002, filed by Investec Properties, Inc., to
allow a health and fitness use in Building "F" of the Five Cities Shopping Center; and
WHEREAS, 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
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed this project in compliance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the Arroyo
Grande Rules and Procedures for Implementation of CEQA and has determined that a
Negative Declaration can be adopted; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study, deliberation and public
hearing, the following circumstances exist:
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL
Conditional Use Permit Findings:
1. The proposed use is permitted within the Regional Commercial (RC) land use
category and Rancho Grande Planned Development (PD 1.2) zoning district
pursuant to the provisions of Section 16.16.050 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 of the district in which
it is to be established or located because the proposed use is compatible with
surrounding uses.
3. The site is suitable for the type and intensity of use or development that is
proposed because all the necessary easements, circulation, parking and setbacks
would be provided.
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 the vicinity because the
proposed project would not create adverse environmental impacts.
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Required CEQA 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 (CEQA), for Amended
Conditional Use Permit Case No. 03-002.
2. Based on the initial study, a Negative Declaration was prepared for public review.
A copy of the Negative Declaration and related materials is located at City Hall in
the Community Development Department.
3. After holding a public hearing pursuant to State and City Codes, and considering
the record as a whole, the City Council adopts a negative declaration and finds
that there is no substantial evidence of any significant adverse effect, either
individually or cumulatively on wildlife resources as defined by Section 711.2 of the
Fish and Game Code or on the habitat upon which the wildlife depends as a result
of development of this project. Further, the Planning Commission finds that 'said
Negative Declaration reflects the City's independent judgment and analysis.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning 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 Amended Conditional
Use Permit Case No. 03-002, with the above findings and subject to the conditions as set
forth in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
On motion by Commissioner Brown, seconded by Commissioner Fowler, and by the
following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioner's Brown, Fowler, Arnold, Keen and Chair Guthrie
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 15�' day of April 2003.
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ROB STRO ,
COMMUNITY DEV LOP ENT DIRECTOR
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EXHIBIT "A"
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 03-002
Investec Properties, Inc. for Fitness 19
908 Rancho Parkway
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
GENERAL CONDITIONS
This approval authorizes a health and fitness facility to occupy up to 7,000 square feet of
floor area in Building "F" of the Five Cities Shopping Center.
The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and City
requirements as are applicable to this project.
2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval for Amended Conditional
Use Permit Case No. 03-002.
3. This application shall automatically expire on �tWO vea�s f�om tne date of c�tv co����i app�o�ai►
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.
4. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented to the
Planning Commission at the meeting of April 15, 2003.
5. The applicant shall agree to defend at his/her sole expense any action brought
against the City, its present or former agents, officers, or employees because of the
issuance of said approval, or in anyway relating to the implementation thereof, 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.
DEVELOPMENT CODE
6. Development shall conform to the PD 1.2 zoning requirements except as otherwise
approved.
7. Signage shall be subject to the requirements of Development Code Chapter 16.60.
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NOISE
8. Construction shall be limited to befinreen the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday
through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday.
WATER
9. Any new construction shall utilize fixtures and designs that minimize water usage.
Such fixtures shall include, but are not limited to, low flow shower heads, water saving
toilets, instant water heaters and hot water recirculating systems. Water conserving
designs and fixtures shall be installed prior to final occupancy.
10. Prior to issuing a certificate of occupancy, all ducts, meters, air conditioning
equipment 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.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
11. Prior to issuing the certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall install a burglary
alarm system per Police Department guidelines, and pay the Police Department alarm
permit application fee.
BUILDING AND FIRE DEPARTMENT
12. The project shall comply with the most recent editions of the California State Fire and
Building Codes and the Uniform Building and Fire Codes as adopted by the City of
Arroyo Grande.
13. The project shall provide access per ADA and Title 24 requirements.
Prior to issuing a Building Permit:
14. County Health Department approval is required for food service uses, if appicable.
Prior to issuing the certificate of occupancy:
15. The applicant must provide an approved "security key vault" per Building and Fire
Department guidelines.
16. The tenant space must be fully sprinklered per Building and Fire Department
guidelines.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
GENERAL REQUIREMENT
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17. The applicant shall pay all applicable City fees at the time they are due.