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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING
CITY OF ATASCADERO
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE
MINUTES
Regular Meeting — Thursday, March 11, 2021 — 2:00 P.M.
City Hall (Teleconference)
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, CA
CALL TO ORDER — 2:00 p.m.
Vice Chairperson Funk called the meeting to order at 2:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: By Teleconference
Vice Chairperson Susan Funk
Committee Member Emily Baranek
Committee Member Jeff van den Eikhof
Absent: Chairperson Heather Newsom
Committee Member Dennis Schmidt
Others Present: By Teleconference - Recording Secretary, Annette Manier
Staff Present: By Teleconference
Community Development Director, Phil Dunsmore
Senior Planner, Kelly Gleason
Assistant Planner, Mariah Gasch
Associate Planner, John Holder
Others Present
By Teleconference
Adriana Cook
Michael Burke
Scott Smith
Max Zappas
Janet Miller
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
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MOTION: By Committee Member van den Eikhof and
seconded by Committee Member Baranek to
approve the Agenda.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
Vice Chairperson Funk closed the Public Comment period.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 10, 2021 DRAFT MINUTES
MOTION: By Committee Member van den Eikhof and
seconded by Committee Member Baranek to
approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion passed by unanimous consent.
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT REVIEW
2. DESIGN REVIEW OF AN ADDITION TO A BUILDING AT 5880 ARDILLA
AVE.
The applicants are proposing construction of an addition to an existing multi-
family building. This includes a second story onto an existing one-story building
as well as the addition of a courtyard and community building. The project
would increase the density from 13 units to 32 units. The applicant is proposing
a density bonus and is requesting a parking reduction. The project is exempt
from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under Categorical
Exemption $ 15332, Class 32 In -Fill Development Projects.
Recommendation: Staff requests the DRC review the proposed design and
direct the applicant to make any modifications to the site or building design as
necessary. (PRE20-0071)
Planner Gasch presented the project, and she and Director Dunsmore answered
questions from the Committee. During Planning Commission review, staff will suggest
that the applicant provide a Parking Management Plan. A new fire access was provided,
and although it is pretty steep, the firetruck turnaround does meet the requirements, per
the Fire Department.
Ex Parte Communications
Vice Chairperson Funk visited the site yesterday and spoke to one of the children of the
residents.
Emily Baranek used to live near this site and some members of the public would use the
property as a thoroughfare.
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Applicant Adriana Cook from Arris Studio Architects made a presentation on the project.
(Exhibit A), and said that an accessible walkway has been added. The current driveway
will be graded. Michael Burke from HASLO and Scott Smith, Executive Director from
HASLO, also spoke on the project stated that this project will modernize the existing units
and bring more affordable housing into the City. Solar will be added to this project, and
fencing for security can be explored. The population of residents in this community are
special needs residents with three units for Transitions Mental Health. Case Management
will be onsite. Expected construction timeframe will be 12-14 months, and residents will
be relocated during the renovation.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There were no emails received prior to the meeting.
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Max Zappas and
Janet Miller.
Vice Chairperson Funk closed the Public Comment period.
Staff and the applicant answered questions raised during public comment.
The Committee agreed on the following recommendations:
1. Architecture and design—The Committee is in agreement with the architecture, but
asked the applicant to make pedestrian improvements, which may include a
sidewalk (work with Public Works) and the upgrade of utilities to the site. Leveling
out the grade could improve the site for pedestrian access. Sidewalk and
pedestrian -safe access from the driveway to the corner for people to safely walk
to the downtown is important. The site must meet requirements for a Fire
Department turnaround and access for Fire to help second -floor residents. The
Committee was pleased with the continuing current architecture and stated that
the Community Room is a great addition. The Committee was in agreement with
the concessions on storage and open space and had no objections. The
Committee would like the applicant to consider visual screening of the trash
enclosure so it is not visible from the street.
2. Parking and access — A Parking Management Plan is recommended based on
residents and whether they own a car. The Committee recommended prioritizing
residents who are non -licensed. This property is close to the downtown, which is
an amenity; however, those who do live there should have an opportunity to park
their car onsite.
3. Landscaping — The Committee was in agreement to leave landscaping as staff has
recommended, and explore installing fencing in-between this property and the
church property. Another option could possibly be to work with the church to gain
an access easement to include stairs and/or an accessible path from Ardilla Road.
The project will move onto Planning Commission for final approval.
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
None
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DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Director Dunsmore stated there is a meeting tonight on Housing, and gave an update on
other upcoming projects in the City. There are no items scheduled for the March 25, 2021
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT— 3:24 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the DRC is scheduled for Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 2:00
p.m., but currently there are no items scheduled for that meeting date, so the meeting
may be cancelled.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Administrative Assistant
The following Exhibits are available in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A —Applicant's presentation
Adopted April 15, 2021
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