ARC Minutes 2023-09-18
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ACTION MINUTES
MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITEE
September 18, 2023, 2:30 p.m.
Hybrid City Hall Conference Room/Virtual Zoom Meeting
300 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande
Committee Members Present: Kristin Juette, C.J. Horstman, Glenn Martin,
Janet Huston
Committee Members Absent: Lori Mainini Hall
Staff Present: Planning Manager Andrew Perez, Associate
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 Martin called the meeting to order at 2:30pm.
2. ROLL CALL
Chair Martin performed the roll call. Committee Member Hall was absent.
3. FLAG SALUTE
Committee Member Horstman led the flag salute.
4. AGENDA REVIEW
None.
5. COMMUNITY COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
Chair Martin opened the public comment period. No public comment was received.
6. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
7.a Approval of Minutes
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(PEREZ)
Moved by Kristin Juette
Seconded by C.J. Horstman
Approve the Minutes of the September 11, 2023 Special Meeting with the addition of language
to the discussion for Item 8.b regarding the street trees impact on the visibility of signage on
facades in the Village and a recommendation to staff to coordinate with Public Works to
determine if tree trimming is an appropriate solution.
AYES (4): Kristin Juette, C.J. Horstman, Glenn Martin, and Janet Huston
ABSENT (1): Lori Mainini Hall
Passed (4 to 0)
8. PROJECTS
8.a Consideration of Architectural Details Associated with Plot Plan Review 23-014;
Installation of a Two-Space Permanent Parklet; Location – 106 East Branch Street;
Applicant – Casey O’Connor, Villa Cantina
(HOLUB)
Associate Planner Holub described the history of parklets and the adoption of the parklet
ordinance, parklet barriers, and the applicability of the Village Design Guidelines. He presented
the design of the parklet furniture provided by the applicant. He also answered questions about
the removal of the existing parklets, the proposed shade structure, and the configuration of the
barriers.
Casey O'Connor, project applicant, explained the safety aspects that were considered when
describing the layout of the parklet furniture. He also described his plans for running conduit
under the sidewalk to provide power for heaters that would be mounted to the pergola, and
future plans for renovations of the restaurant facade.
Chair Martin opened public comment. No public comment was received.
The Committee was supportive of the shade structures and furniture and suggested using
planters to divide this parklet area from the adjoining parklet at 110 E Branch Street. The width
of the pedestrian path of travel between the between and the posts of the shade structure was
discussed and the Committee was supportive of making it wider than what is required by code.
The Committee also suggested the installation of a planter box, or similar element along the
safety barriers to prevent or discourage customers from sitting on them. In the event that the
existing parklet furniture is replaced, the Committee stressed that it be consistent with the
Design Guidelines.
Moved by Glenn Martin
Seconded by Kristin Juette
The Committee recommends that the Community Development Director approve the proposed
architectural details for PPR23-014 with the following conditions:
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1) Provide more than the minimum 4-foot wide pedestrian path of travel between the building
and posts of the shade structures;
2) The width of the shade structures are consistent with the neighboring parklet at 110 E.
Branch Street for consistency;
3) Incorporate design elements that discourage or prevent customers from sitting on the safety
barriers; and
4) All parklet furniture shall be consistent with the Village Design Guidelines.
AYES (4): Kristin Juette, C.J. Horstman, Glenn Martin, and Janet Huston
ABSENT (1): Lori Mainini Hall
Passed (4 to 0)
8.b Consideration of Architectural Details Associated with Plot Plan Review 23-029;
Installation of a One-Space Permanent Parklet; Location – 110 East Branch Street;
Applicant – David Hubbel, Hubbalicious Sweet Shoppe
(HOLUB)
Committee Member Horstman recused himself at 3:16pm citing a conflict of interest.
Associate Planner Holub presented the staff report, referenced the previously described
background about the parklet program, and explained that the applicant is considering two
options for the parklet furniture. He also presented the colors proposed for the building facade.
David Hubbel, applicant, explained the rationale behind proposing two options for the parklet
furniture and described his vision for the parklet and business. He also described why he wants
to paint the facade and the purpose for the pinstriping that is proposed. He also explained that
he wants to paint the door a bright color to increase visibility and bring attention to the building.
The Committee generally enjoyed the aesthetic of the whimsical furniture, it concluded that the
colors are not compatible or consistent with the Village Design Guidelines. In reviewing the
colors proposed for the facade, the Committee suggested using darker blues to be compatible
with surrounding buildings. Each of the Committee members was supportive of the proposed
pinstriping. The Committee also suggested adding a condition to prohibit and discourage
customers from sitting on the safety barriers adjacent to traffic.
Moved by Glenn Martin
Seconded by Janet Huston
The Committee recommends that the Community Development Director approve the proposed
architectural details for PPR23-029 with the following conditions:
1) Include an element to prohibit or discourage customers from sitting on the safety barriers;
2) Color of the taffy style benches shall be muted in color;
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3) The front door can be painted a bright, unique color;
4) Base color of the facade shall be consistent with the Village Design Guidelines;
5) Umbrella color may be consistent with the business' colors, including those found in the
approved signage; and
6) Decking shall be consistent with the adjoining parklet in both color and material.
AYES (3): Kristin Juette, Glenn Martin, and Janet Huston
ABSTAINED (1): C.J. Horstman
ABSENT (1): Lori Mainini Hall
Passed (3 to 0)
9. DISCUSSION ITEMS
None.
Committee Member Horstman rejoined the meeting at 3:58pm.
10. COMMITTEE COMMUNICATIONS
None.
11. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Planning Manager Perez updated the Committee on the status of the El Camino Real mixed-use
project.
He also provided a construction timeline for the current paving and sidewalk projects in the Village.
12. ADJOURNMENT
The Meeting adjourned at 4:03pm.
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Glenn Martin, Chair
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Andrew Perez, Associate Planner