PC Minutes 2011-06-21 ___
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MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
TUESDAY JUNF 21, 2011
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER - The Arroyo Grande Planning Commission met in regular session with
Chair Ruth presiding; also present were Commissioners Barneich and Keen. Staff members in
attendance were Community Development Director Teresa McClish, Associate Planner Ryan
Foster and Planning Intern Matt Downing.
Commissioners Martin and Sperow were absent.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: None
AGENDA REVIEW: There were no changes to the order of the Agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was the consensus of the Commission that the minutes of June
7, 2011 be continued to the next regular meeting due to the absence of Commissioners.
I.
A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None.
B. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS AFTER AGENDA PREPARATION:
The Commission received the following material after preparation of the agenda:
1. Letter from Gary L. Scherquist — Architect, dated June 16, 2011 regarding Item II. D. —
j Appeal to Planning Commission 11-001; Location - 203 Bridge Street; Applicant —
Transitions- Mental Health Association
2. Letter from Bill Hart, dated June 16, 2011 regarding Item II. D. — Appeal to Planning
Commission 11-001; Location — 203 Bridge Street; Appli�ant — Transitions-Mental Health
Association
II. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS:
A. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 11-002 AND PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 11-002;
LOCATION —250 RIDGEVIEW WAY; APPLICANT—JEROME WHITE
Associate Planner Ryan Foster presented the staff report for the Planning Commission to
consider an application to subdivide a 4.08-acre property in the Rural Residential (RR) zoning
district into three (3) parcels of 0.77 acres, 0.82 acres and 2.49 acres and establish a design
review process for construction of two (2) single-family homes.
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Mr. Foster stated the equestrian easement fronts
Ridgeview Way.
Jerome White, presented his project and provided the following comments: the green tank
on Parcel B is an irrigation tank and the additional 14' equestrian easement on Ridgeview
Way is not needed.
Mr. Foster addressed the Commissioner's concerns and stated that the new Oro Water
Booster Station will accommodate the water pressure to the new project. In answer to
Commissioner Ruth, Community Development Director McClish stated that the equestrian
easement is not exercised at this time but may be in the future and it is consisfent with the
General Plan to require the easement.
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The meeting was opened to the public:
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Susan Flores, East Branch Street, and part owner of 710 White Court, does not support the
equestrian; stated street trees are never placed in the sidewalk; and questioned Condition
of Approval No. 30.
Rueben Flores, White Court, does not see a need for the equestrian trail.
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Mr. Foster stated the Conditional of Approval No. 8 is
a standard condition and the overall easement is ten feet. Commissioners Barneich, Keen
and Ruth agreed with the viability of the length of the easement; suggest staff address the
easement when the General Plan is updated; and are in support of the project.
Commissioner Keen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Barneich to approve
Tentative Parcel Map 11-002 and Planned Unit Development 11-002; Location — 250
Ridgeview Way; Applicant—Jerome White.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-2134
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCE� MAP
11-002 AND PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 11-002; �OCATED
AT 250 RIDGEVIEW WAY; APPLIED FOR BY JEROME WHITE
The motion was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Keen, Barneich and Ruth
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Martin and Sperow
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 21st day of June 2011.
B. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 11-003; LOCATION — 263 SPRUCE STl2EET;
APPLICANT—TOUCHSTONE, LLC
Associate Planner Ryan Foster presented the staff report for the Planning Commission to
consider an application to construct four (4) two-story small-lot single-family homes on four (4)
existing lots totaling 0.47 acres in the Multi-Family (MF) zoning district and indicated that the
plans in front of the Commission include ARC recommendations discussed in the staff report.
Shannon McCabe, S & S Homes, briefed the Commission on the proposed project, which has a
smaller foot print; is more sellable; and supports the project.
The meeting was opened to the public and hearing no public comment the hearing was
closed.
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Mr. Foster reported that ARC wanted less that 16'
feet for the driveway on Parcel 1 and stated the Fire Chief supported 18 feet.
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' It was the consensus of the Commission to support the project. Commissioner Ruth
suggested the applicant revisit the layout of the kitchen and laundry room. Commissioner
Keen expressed his support for having parking in front of the garages.
Commissioner Keen made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Barneich to approve
Planned Unit Development 11-003; Location — 263 Spruce Street; Applicant — Touchstone,
LLC.
RESOLUTION NO. 11-2135
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT 11-003; I.00ATED AT 263 SPRUCE STREET;
APPLIED FOR BY TOUCHSTONE, LLC
The motion was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Keen, Barneich and Ruth
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioners Martin and Sperow
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 21st day of June 2011.
C. TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 11-008; LOCATION — CITYWIDE; APPLICANT — LORI S.
NUNES
Community Development Director McClish introduced Planning Intern Matthew Downing.
Planning Intern Matthew Downing presented the staff report to the Planning Commission to
consider an application to allow a mobile food truck to utilize several private property sites in the
City on a 90 day trial basis.
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Planning Intern Matthew Downing stated that staff denied
the Soto Sports Complex location for the food truck due to traffic circulation and that there is an
existing snack bar on site; and Condition of Approval No. 11 is to protect children at the school.
Community Development Director McClish stated that staff supports the project on a trial basis;
staff will see how this proposal works before bringing any other applications forward; and would
be reviewed case by case based on the Commission's decision tonight.
Lori Nunes, owner of KunFusian Food Truck, presented her project and answered questions
from the Commission.
The following people spoke in support of the project and indicated Ms. Nunes has followers on
Facebook and Twitter;
- April Dury, Pinetree Lane - Karen Ziegler, Gather Wine Bar, E. Branch St.
- Thomas Garrett, Arroyo Grande - Ashley Black, Arroyo Grande
Mike McConville, East Branch Street, stated there may be legal issues relating to parking as on-
site businesses are required to provide parking spaces; fast food and drive-through are not
allowed in the Village; this is unfair competition to other businesses; would like feedback from
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other restaurants; traffic congestion needs to be addressed; and the business will not pay taxes,
or rent; and opposed the project.
Ms. Nunes stated that the TUP is for the sites stated in the staff report; she has all the required
permits; and will set the bar high.
Commissioner Ruth stated she does not think this will take business away from other
restaurants; may want to revisit regulations for school and Soto Sports Complex; and supports
the project.
Commissioner Keen stated this project is not appropriate for Arroyo Grande; concern with
proliferation; and does not support the project. In answer to Commissioner Keen, Community
Development Director McClish stated the Chamber of Commerce was contacted and expressed
concern with business competition.
Commissioner Barneich supports on a trial basis but not at all the locations; concern they might
proliferate; and uncomfortable in making a decision without a full Commission.
Commissioner Ruth made a motion to adopt a resolution approving Temporary Use Permit 11-008;
located Citywide; applied for by Lori S. Nunes with the following modifications:
- Do not allow locating truck on Bank of America parking lot on West Branch Street;
- Request any other permits come back to the Commission;
The motion died due to lack of a second.
Commissioner Barneich made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Ruth to adopt a resolution
approving Temporary Use Permit 11-008; at specified locations; applied for by Lori S. Nunes with
the following modifications:
- Business be conducted only at Arroyo Grande Community Hospital and East Grand
Avenue/Halcyon Road; and
- Report back to the Commission in 90 days
RESOLUTION NO. 11-2136
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING TEMPORARY USE PERMIT
11-008; AT SPECIFIED LOCATIONS; APPLIED FOR BY LORI S.
NUNES
The motion was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Barneich and Ruth
NOES: Commissioner Keen
ABSENT: Commissioners Martin and Sperow
the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 21st day of June 2011.
The Commission took a break at 7:37 pm and reconvened at 7:48 pm. I
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! D. APPEAL TO PLANNING COMMISSION 11-001; LOCATION — 203 BRIDGE STREET;
APPLICANT—TRANSITIONS-MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Planning Intern Matthew Downing presented the staff report to consider an appeal of the
Community Development Director's determination of substantial conformance regarding
Historical Review Case No. 11-002 and clarified to the Commission that only the spacing of the
columns is being addressed tonight.
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Mr. Downing stated the architect was given a photo of the
front of the building showing the column and the spacing was noticed when it went to Historic
Resources Committed (HRC).
In answer to Commissioner Ruth, Mr. Downing stated this is not a designated historic building.
Jill Bolster-White, representative of Transitions, presented the history of the project; the appeal
is being made due to the spacing of columns issue; indicated in the Conditions of Approval
there was not a front porch and the issue came up after the front porch was constructed; and
would cost $4,600 to make the modification.
Lou Smith, Architect for Transitions, Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, stated the photo was the
only document given; the $4,600 is to remove and replace the railing and post; and answered
Commission questions.
It was the consensus of the Commission that Condition of Approval No. 69 is vague; the
building is not designated historic; and moving the post would cause it to not line up with the
handrail. They were in favor of the planned thickness of the columns.
Commissioner Barneich made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Ruth and unanimously
carried to uphold the appeal to Planning Commission Case No. 11-001; applied for by
Transitions Mental Health Association, located at 203 Bridge Street.
I11. NON-PUBLIC HEARING ITEM:
None
IV. REFERRAL ITEMS FOR COMMISSION ACTION/NOTICES OF ADMINISTRATIVE °
DECISIONS SINCE JUNE 7 2011:
Case No. App. Address Description Action Planner
TUP 11-009 Michelle Miller 995 E Grand Av Temporary signage(balloons&pennants)for 4`h of Approved Ryan
July weekend Foster
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
None
VI. P�ANNING COMMISSION ITEMS AND COMMENTS:
In answer to Commissioner Barneich, Community Development Director McClish clarified the
Ordinance that amended Regulations regarding Temporary Signage Citywide and that staff will
be sending letters to all businesses to inform them of the amended regulations.
' VII. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR COMMENTS AND FOLLOW-UP: None
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VIII. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Commissioner Keen, seconded by Commissioner Barneich and unanimously
carried, the meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m.
ATTEST:
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