ARC Minutes 2022-02-07
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ACTION MINUTES
MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITEE
February 7, 2022, 2:30 p.m.
ARC Zoom Virtual Meeting
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Committee Members Present: Jon Couch, Lori Mainini Hall, Kristin Juette,
Warren Hoag, Bruce Berlin
Staff Present: Community Development Director Brian
Pedrotti, Associate Planner Andrew Perez,
Assistant Planner Patrick Holub
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.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Hoag called the Regular Architectural Review Committee meeting to order at 2:30 pm.
2. ROLL CALL
Chair Hoag performed the roll call.
3. FLAG SALUTE
Vice Chair Berlin led the flag salute.
4. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
5. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Chair Hoag invited public comment. No public comment was received.
6. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Hoag recognized that two supplement memorandums containing public comment for Agenda
Item 8.b were received by the Committee prior to the meeting.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
7.a Approval of Minutes
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Approve the Minutes of the December 20, 2021 Regular Meeting with the modification to clarify
that the Committee was "generally supportive" of the design concepts proposed for the pre-
approved ADU program.
Moved by Bruce Berlin
Seconded by Lori Mainini Hall
Approve the Minutes of the December 20, 2021 Regular Meeting.
AYES (3): Lori Mainini Hall, Warren Hoag, and Bruce Berlin
ABSTAINED (2): Jon Couch, and Kristin Juette
Passed (3 to 0)
8. PROJECTS
8.a Viewshed Review 22-001; Location - 305 Short St.
Acting Planning Manager Perez presented the staff report, providing information about the
project site and applicable Village Design Guidelines. He also explained the project details
including siding materials, colors, and compliance with the Design Guidelines.
Brianna Stelfox, representing the project, spoke in support of the project. Ms. Stelfox clarified
that the structure with the ADU and garage matches the proposed addition with regards to color,
materials, and aesthetic. She also answered questions from the Committee.
Chair Hoag opened public comment. No public comment was received.
The Committee spoke in support of the project and appreciated the material and color choices.
The Committee found the siting of the second story addition appropriate and compatible with the
neighborhood. Committee Member Couch suggested modifying the ridge of the front gable to
the same level as the existing roofline to be retained. In conclusion, the Committee found the
project to be in compliance with the Design Guidelines.
Moved by Kristin Juette
Seconded by Bruce Berlin
Recommend approval to the Community Development Director of the project, as submitted.
AYES (5): Jon Couch, Lori Mainini Hall, Kristin Juette, Warren Hoag, and Bruce Berlin
Passed (5 to 0)
8.b Review of Architectural Details Associated with Conditional Use Permit 21-005; Location
- 211 E. Branch St.
Acting Planning Manager Perez presented the staff report, providing the history and project
timeline. His presentation also included an overview of revisions to the project since the ARC
last reviewed the project. He also presented the applicable Design Guidelines, presented staff's
recommendations, and explained the responsibility of the ARC as it pertains to this project.
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Jennifer Martin, project architect, explained the process that the project has endured, and the
revisions to the project since its approval by City Council. She specifically responded to each of
staff's recommendations and provided justification for the design decisions.
Jill and Eric Von Berg, project applicants, summarized the project history, and explained their
design preferences.
Chair Hoag opened public comment.
Camilla Karamanlis spoke in support of the project, stating that the project would be a positive
addition to the Village.
Caren Russom spoke in opposition to the project details citing inconsistencies with the Design
Guidelines.
Ms. Russom was delegated three minutes to read a letter from Randy Russom in opposition to
the project details.
Shirley Gibson spoke in opposition to the project details, siting a misinterpretation of the Design
Guidelines resulting in inappropriate detailing.
Kristen Barneich spoke in opposition to the project details stating that the design is incompatible
with the Village character.
John Karamanlis spoke in support of the project.
The Committee provided abbreviated, preliminary comments to the applicant due to a shortage
in time. The Committee was generally not supportive of the project details as proposed, stating
incompatibility with the existing structure on site and the character of the Village. The
Committee proposed holding a special meeting on February 14, 2022 to give the Committee an
opportunity to provide comprehensive comments and provide specific direction to the applicant.
Moved by Bruce Berlin
Seconded by Kristin Juette
Continue the meeting past 5:00pm, but not to extend beyond 5:30 pm.
AYES (5): Jon Couch, Lori Mainini Hall, Kristin Juette, Warren Hoag, and Bruce Berlin
Passed (5 to 0)
Moved by Bruce Berlin
Seconded by Lori Mainini Hall
Continue the item to a Special Meeting on February 14, 2021 at 2:30 pm.
AYES (5): Jon Couch, Lori Mainini Hall, Kristin Juette, Warren Hoag, and Bruce Berlin
Passed (5 to 0)
9. DISCUSSION ITEMS
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None.
10. COMMITTEE COMMUNICATIONS
Committee Member Hall inquired about the date when the Community Service Grant Panel is expected
to convene.
11. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
The Meeting adjourned at 5:40 pm.
/s/Warren Hoag, Chair
/s/Andrew Perez, Acting Planning Manager