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CITY OF ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, May 3, 2022
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
6500 Palma Avenue, 4th Floor
Atascadero, California 93422
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Chairperson Jeff van den Eikhof
Vice Chairperson Tori Keen
Commissioner Jason Anderson
Commissioner Victoria Carranza
Commissioner Greg Heath
Commissioner Randy Hughes
Commissioner Dennis Schmidt
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT (This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to
address the Commission on any matter not on this agenda and over which the
Commission has jurisdiction. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Please state your
name for the record before making your presentation. The Commission may take action
to direct the staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda.)
CONSENT CALENDAR (All items on the consent calendar are considered to be routine
and non-controversial by City staff and will be approved by one motion if no member of
the Commission or public wishes to comment or ask questions.)
1. APPROVE THE DRAFT MINUTES OF APRIL 19, 2022
• Recommendation: Commission approve the April 19, 2022 Minutes.
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PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
(For each of the following items, the public will be given an opportunity to speak. After a
staff report, the Chair will open the public hearing and invite the applicant or applicant’s
representative to make any comments. Members of the public will be invited to provide
testimony to the Commission following the applicant. Speakers should state their name
for the record and can address the Commission for three minutes. After all public
comments have been received, the public hearing will be closed, and the Commission
will discuss the item and take appropriate action(s).
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Prior to a project hearing, Planning Commission Members must disclose any communications they have had on any
quasi-judicial agenda items. This includes, but is not limited to, Tentative Subdivision Maps, Parcel Maps, Variances,
Conditional Use Permits and Planned Development Permits. This does not disqualify the Planning Commission
Member from participating and voting on the matter, but gives the public and applicant an opportunity to comment on
the ex parte communication.
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 2300 RAMONA ROAD
The proposed project includes the review of a proposed expansion of an existing
animal housing and veterinary facility for a new 15,000 square foot animal shelter
which will accommodate the addition of dog adoptions as well as cat adoptions
and various shelter services for Woods Humane Society on APN 049 -141-043.
The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
under Categorical Exemption §15332, Class 32 In-fill development.
Recommendation: Staff’s recommendation is to approve the project with
conditions. (USE22-0027).
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting will be held on May 17, 2022, at 6:00 p.m.
Please note: Should anyone challenge in court any proposed development entitlement listed on this Agenda, that person
may be limited to raising those issues addressed at the public hearing described in this notice or in written
correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, this public hearing.
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TO SPEAK ON AGENDA ITEMS (from Title 2, Chapter 1 of the Atascadero Municipal Code)
Members of the audience may speak on any item on the agenda. The Chairperson will identify the subject, staff will
give their report, and the Commission will ask questions of staff. The Chairperson will announce when the public
comment period is open and will request anyone interested to address the Co mmission regarding the matter being
considered to step up to the lectern. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way:
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other individual, absent or present.
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The Chairperson will announce when the public comment period is closed, and thereafter, no further public
comments will be heard by the Commission.
PC Draft Minutes of 4/19/2022
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ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 5-3-22
CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular Meeting – Tuesday, April 19, 2022 – 6:00 P.M.
City Hall (Teleconference)
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 p.m.
Chairperson van den Eikhof called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and Commissioner
Anderson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: By Teleconference - Commissioners Anderson, Carranza, Heath,
Hughes, Schmidt, and Chairperson van den Eikhof
Absent: Vice Chairperson Keen (unexcused absence)
Vacant: None
Others Present: By Teleconference - Recording Secretary, Annette Manier
Staff Present: By Teleconference –
Community Development Director, Phil Dunsmore
Senior Planner, Kelly Gleason
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Schmidt and seconded by
Commissioner Heath to approve the Agenda.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Vice Chairperson Keen absent)
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
Chairperson van den Eikhof closed the Public Comment period.
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ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 5-3-22
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVE THE DRAFT MINUTES OF MARCH 15, 2022
• Recommendation: Commission approve the March 15, 2022 Minutes.
MOTION: By Commissioner Anderson and seconded
by Commissioner Carranza to approve the
Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Vice Chairperson Keen absent)
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
None.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT FOR 7705 / 7707 SAN GABRIEL ROAD
The proposed project includes an Administrative Use Permit to build an oversized
accessory structure which was referred to the Planning Commission by the
Administrative Hearing Officer. The project is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under Categorical Exemption §15303, Class 3
Construction of Small Structure Projects.
Recommendation: Staff’s recommendation is to approve the project with
conditions. (USE21-0113).
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Carranza called the Collins family to confirm to see if they would be
attending tonight’s meeting, and to see if they had received the public comments.
Planner Gleason presented the staff report, and she and Director Dunsmore answered
questions from the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke: Troy Schneiderwind, Chris Collins, Anna
Hiligus, Lee Collins, Carla Wingenbach, Phil Wingenbach and Shirley Willis.
MOTION: By Commissioner Anderson and seconded
by Commissioner Hughes to adopt PC
Resolution approving Use Permit (minor
CUP) USE21-0113, allowing the construction
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DATE: 5-3-22
of an oversized accessory structure at
7705/07 San Gabriel Road, that will serve as
a workshop on the applicant’s property
based on findings and subject to Conditions
of Approval.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Vice Chairperson Keen absent)
Director Dunsmore stated that this action could be appealed within 14 -days.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
None
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Director Dunsmore gave an update on the General Plan Update, Del Rio Marketplace,
Barrel Creek, the Dove Creek site, SB9 and ADU’s.
Commissioner Carranza stated she would like more information, possibly bullet points on
the upcoming GPA.
Director Dunsmore stated that Woods Humane Society will be on the next agenda.
ADJOURNMENT – 7:19 p.m.
The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 3, 2022, at City Hall, Council Chambers,
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
____________________________
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Administrative Assistant
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Woods Humane Facility Expansion
USE22-0027/ Woods Humane Society
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report – Community Development Department
USE 22-0027
2300 Ramona / Woods Humane Society
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Planning Commission adopt PC Resolution 2022 approving USE22-0027 allowing a dog
adoption and care facility in the Public zone, based on findings and subject to Conditions
of Approval.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 2300 Ramona Rd. Atascadero, CA APN 049-141-043
PROJECT
PLANNER
Mariah Gasch
Associate Planner (805) 470-3436 mgasch@atascadero.org
APPLICANT Woods Humane Society
PROPERTY
OWNER
Woods Humane Society, Inc.
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
ZONING
DISTRICT:
SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
Public (P) Public (P) 1.88
Acres
Animal Shelter and
Spay/Neuter Facility
Expanded adoption facility
with spay/neuter services
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
☐ Environmental Impact Report SCH: ___________________________
☐ Negative / Mitigated Negative Declaration No. ___________
☒ Categorical Exemption CEQA – Guidelines Section 15332
☐ Statutory Exemption §§ 21000, et seq & ________________________
☐ No Project – Ministerial Project
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DISCUSSION:
Existing Surrounding Uses / Parcel Configurations:
Existing Zoning Existing Aerial / Surrounding
North: South: East: West:
Public (P) Public (P) Highway 101 Residential Single
Family – Y (RSF-Y)
Project Description / Summary
The existing site contains a 1,300 square foot animal intake facility, 2,300 square foot
spay and neuter clinic, a 2,160 square foot cat shelter, and a 600 square foot storage
facility. Additionally, there are at least twenty-four (24) parking spaces on site and the site
is served by an on-site septic system. The proposed project will preserve the spay and
neuter clinic and add an additional 15,012 square foot facility that will contain indoor
animal shelter areas, administrative offices, and a classroom. The proposed development
also includes two fenced outdoor dog exercise yards, one adjacent to Ramona Road and
another within a courtyard area of the new building. There are also two proposed “meet
and greet” areas, one located indoors and one on a patio adjacent to the outdoor exercise
courtyard. Existing parking areas are proposed to be relocated to the front of the property
facing Ramona Road and along part of the north property line.
RSF-Y
P
RS
CPK
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Analysis
Background
In 1997, a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 97-002) was approved to establish an animal
shelter as a kennel at 2300 Ramona Road for the North County Humane Society. The
CUP was approved for the shelter under the kennel definition, as kennels were a
conditionally allowed use at the time in the Residential Suburban (RS) zoning district,
which was the previous zoning designation for the site. An amendment to the CUP (CUP
2002-0056) to allow the addition of a 2,160 square-foot modular building was approved
in May of 2002. Conditions of approval included in the use permit amendment limited the
site to sheltering cats only (no dogs). In June of 2002, the zoning of the property was
changed to Public as a part of Zone Change 2002 -0026. Although Woods Humane
Society is not specifically a Kennel as defined by the Municipal Code, the Zoning
Definitions do not include a definition for this unique land use which is somewhere
between a Kennel and an Animal Hospital. While a Kennel is typically a private
commercial animal boarding facility or a private commercial animal breeding facility with
no veterinary services, an Animal Hospital is an animal care facility with some on -site
boarding. An animal shelter, however, provides both animal care and adoption services
and is not a private boarding facility that accommodates temporary boarding services for
a fee. Animal Hospitals are a conditionally allowed use in the Public District.
In 2017, the use permit for Woods was amended to include spay and neuter clinic facilities
(considered to be an Animal Hospital use). AMC Section 9-3.430 states that Animal
Hospitals are a conditionally allowed use in the Public Zone and defines Animal Hospitals
as establishments that are primarily engaged in performing services for animals, including
veterinary services. Additional conditions of approval for the 2017 amendment included
no overnight sheltering of dogs, the provision of twenty-four (24) parking spaces,
landscaping requirements, and additional conditions related to existing structures on site.
Conditions of approval for the amendment are included in Attachment 2.
In November 2016, North County Humane Society and Woods Humane Society merged
operations and became the Woods Humane Society. The proposed expansion would
serve as the Woods Humane Society north county campus and allow for expanded
services, including facilities for dogs, additional outdoor areas, and expanded
administrative offices, and a community room.
This project was presented to the DRC in September 2020. The discussion at this hearing
was primarily focused on the land use designation and whether the proposed project
should be considered a “Kennel” versus an “Animal Hospital” for the purposes of
determining how the application would be processed. The DRC agreed that the use is
more consistent with the Animal Hospital definition and therefore, should be considered
as a conditionally allowed use in the Public zone. The applicant was given direction to
move forward with their design. The proposed project was redesigned to mitigate noise
concerns and negative impacts on the adjacent neighborhood and brought to DRC again
in November 2021. During this hearing DRC discussed site design, architecture, and
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landscaping. The DRC agreed with site layout as proposed and recommended that the
applicant obtain a noise study to further analyze neighborhood impacts. The DRC also
agreed with the design proposed and found that aesthetically it was compatible with the
surrounding area.
Parking
The original use permit required that a minimum of twenty-four (24) parking spaces be
provided on a paved surface. The applicant is proposing to relocate and add additional
parking areas towards the Ramona Road frontage and along the north side property line
for a total of thirty-seven (37) parking spaces. The proposed use is considered an office
for parking purposes. The Municipal Code requires one parking space per 500 square
feet of use area, totaling thirty-five (35) required spaces for the proposed project.
Therefore, with its 37 parking spaces, the proposed project meets parking requirements.
Noise
Noise impacts from dog barking has been identified as a neighborhood concern for this
project. Residents in nearby areas raised concerns at the DRC hearing that potential
barking dogs are not compatible with the neighborhood. An ‘Environmental Noise Impact
Report’ was prepared for Woods Humane Society by Soundpost Acoustics in February
2022. The study concluded that the “maximum noise levels (Lmax) at the west property
line due to dog barking will reach 60dBa but will rema in below the maximum daytime
allowable level of 70dBA according to the City of Atascadero Noise Ordinance”. Average
noise levels will reach 51dBA, which is comparable to the noise from Highway 101.
Estimated average noise levels from the highway range between 50-55 dBA at the project
site. Noise levels will only reach these heights when multiple dogs are using the outdoor
exercise areas, which will not be all of the time. The exercise yard is shielded by the
building structure, which will help keep noise from reaching the nearby residences.
Additionally, the nearby homes are downslope from the proposed facility, increasing
potential noise buffering.
The noise impact report identifies three noise source which will impact environmental
noise at the site: A) Dog exercise yard, B) Trash collection and C) Rooftop mechanical
equipment. In February 2022, Soundpost Acoustics visited a similar facility to what is
being proposed in Loveland, CO to measure noise activity. Using sound level data
measured here, the consultants calculated sound level at the western property line due
to dog barking noise originating from the dog exercise yard. This calculation considered
distance from noise, sloped terrain and shielding from the new building. Based on this
calculation, Soundpost Acoustics estimate sound levels of 51 dBA average and 60 dBA
maximum from dogs barking in the outdoor exercise yard. These estimated sound levels
would only occur during times when multiple dogs are active and barking in the outdoor
exercise yard.
The shelter is open to the public from 12-5 p.m. daily. Those hours are unlikely to
change according to the applicant. Dogs will only be allowed out in the exterior yards,
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(east facing) generally during the hours of 9 a.m. -12 p.m. and of course for meet and
greet visits from potential adopters (12 p.m.-5 pm). Dogs are also occasionally rotated for
some exercise for a short time in the afternoon hours. Staff and volunteers are always
present and dogs are not left unattended and are never outside after the s helter closes
at 5 p.m.
Second, the study specifically analyzes trash collection. At the western property line
approximately 85 feet away from the trash facilities, it is estimate that the average noise
level will be 65 dBA with a maximum of 80dBA. Soundpost Acoustics recommended
Woods Humane Society provide a CMU wall around the dumpster pad to act as a partial
noise barrier for trash collection noise. The CMU wall should be no less than 6 feet tall. It
is estimated that this will attenuate trash collection noise by 5-8dB. Another option would
be to relocated the dumpster pad to a different location. Finally, the noise study analyzed
impacts from rooftop mechanical equipment. It is estimated that at the western property
line, average sound levels will be 43 dB(A). For reference, staff added a chart bellowing
depicting common noise sources and their dBA levels.
Staff recommendation
Staff has added a condition that limits hours used for exterior yards to 9 to 5 daily and
clarifies that staff must be present with dogs outside at all times. No dogs shall be left
unattended in outdoor exercise yards. Staff has also added a condition that noise levels
must be adhered to per AMC 9-14.05. Lastly, staff added a condition that a six-foot-tall
CMU wall be installed around the dumpster pad prior to building permit final.
Common noise sources and their dBA levels
Source: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (https://www.pca.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/p-gen6-01.pdf
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
6’ CMU Wall
Structure Shields
Noise
Residential
Area
Downward
Slope
Design & Landscaping
Architectural Design
The project is designed to be consistent with Woods Humane Society facilities located in
San Luis Obispo. The existing facility in San Luis Obispo incorporates native landscaping,
high-quality architectural design, and climate appropriate architecture.
The applicant has provided examples of materials that would be used in the project. This
list includes vertical metal wall panels as well as stucco columns and wainscot. The entire
exterior of the building will have vertical paneling. There will also be a stucco wainscot all
along the bottom portion of the building. The proposed color scheme includes neutral
shades of grey and beige. Proposed roofing materials include a grey asphalt shingle. The
existing spay and neuter facility will remain in place. This façade currently includes grey
vertical panels as well. Since the colors and materials will be consistent with one another,
the two buildings will be architecturally compatible with each other.
Renderings of the updated design for the building show the u-shape of the proposed
building, that opens up to a dog exercise yard. The front façade, facing the parking lot
and Ramona Road, has a portico with stucco columns and the Woods Humane Society
signage. This creates depth for the front exterior of the building. The roof lines of the
parallel sections of the building are also visible, adding further architectural interest to the
front façade.
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The varying rooflines, colors and materials all add significant architectural interest to the
building. The neutrality of the color scheme will allow the building to be compatible with
the surrounding area; therefore, staff does not have any further recommendations
regarding architecture of the building.
Conceptual Architectural Design
Existing San Luis Obispo Facility
Site Design
The site is designed with two driveways, one for entering and one for exiting, off Ramona
Road. There are currently twenty-four (24) off-street parking spaces located in the middle
of the site. The proposed project will relocate the existing parking towards the Ramona
Road frontage and along a section of the north property line to allow for facility expansion
within the middle of the property and buffering from adjacent residential uses. A fire
access turn-around is designed into the driveway access along the north property line.
The 2,139 square foot spay and neuter clinic will remain in its current location. The
proposed project would also create a plaza leading up to the front reception area and two
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outdoor exercise yards, one adjacent to Ramona Road and one within a courtyard of the
proposed building. There are ample walking paths throughout the design. The main
facility will be divided into cat and dog sections, administrative offices, “meet and greet”
spaces, and a reception area, among other uses. The rear of the property will remain as
open green space.
The proposed dog exercise yards are located away from adjacent residences to reduce
any negative noise impacts. The exercise yards are also located in front of and between
buildings to utilize the building as a sound barrier between Apple Valley residences.
Proposed Project Site Plan
Setbacks
The project is located on a publicly-zoned site that does not have specific setback
standards. AMC Section 9-6.111 requires a minimum setback for Outside Animal
Enclosures that are part of a kennel to be located a minimum of twenty-five feet (25) feet
from the property line. Outside animal enclosures that are accessory to animal husbandry
facilities need to have a one hundred (100) foot setback from adjacent property for any
enclosures used for boarding of large animals and need to have a twenty -five (25) foot
setback for any outside areas used for short-term treatment activity.
AMC Section 9-6.110 contains setback requirements and design standards for animal
hospitals. Animal hospitals are required to have a one hundred-foot (100) foot setback for
animal husbandry facilities that board large animals, and a twenty-five (25) foot setback
for any outside animal areas used for short-term activities on property line adjacent to
residential uses. As these are conditionally allowed in the Public Zone, staff and the
Planning Commission have discretion to apply setback standards with Conditional Use
Permit approval or amendment. The buildings on site and proposed in the site plan are
Proposed building
Outdoor exercise yard
Existing spay/ neuter
facility Outdoor exercise yard
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separated and comply with 5-foot interior setback requirements under AMC Section 9-
4.109.
The plan for the new building includes a rear setback that is over 100’, a 14’ setback to
the adjacent vacant commercial property, 40’ from the existing church property and
approximately 150’ from the Ramona Road right-of-way. As there are no Outside Animal
Enclosures, these do not pose a conflict.
Landscaping, Screening, and Fencing
Three native oak trees and one non-native pine tree were identified near construction on
the arborist report completed by Whit’s-Turn. The three native oaks are to be protected
in place while the non-native pine tree is to be removed. The applicant has provided a
conceptual landscape plan that includes a proposed plant list as well as proposed fence
designs with their locations shown on the plan. The plant list includes deciduous trees,
evergreen trees, shrubs, grasses and perennials, and ground cover. In further detail, th e
plant list includes options for each of these groups. For deciduous trees there are western
redbud, honey locust, Chinese pistache, and crepe myrtle. Evergreen trees include
magnolia, olive, and coast live oak. Shrubs include variegated abelia, bush anem one,
purple rockrose, coffeeberry, pink Indian hawthorn, iceberg roses and laurustinus.
Grasses and perennials include feather reed grass, sage, yarrow, lavender, and pink
muhly. Lastly, groundcover includes carpet manzanita, dwarf coyote brush, bearberry
cotoneaster, creeping rosemary, and Asiatic jasmine. The site has various existing tree
groupings along the front and rear property lines that act as existing screening. These are
already mature and will assist in screening and meeting landscape standards for
screening from adjacent residential neighborhood and street trees along Ramona Road .
AMC Section 9-4.128 requires that fencing and screening within the urban services line
be a minimum of six (6) feet in height. Additionally, a solid wall or fencing must be located
on side and rear property lines of any non-residential or non-agricultural use abutting a
residential use or zone. The proposed project is located adjacent to a vacant parcel that
is zoned public to the south and a church (Foursquare Family Church) to the north on a
parcel zoned public. The site has an existing 3-foot wooden fence along the frontage,
varied fencing (including wooden, wire, and chain link fencing) along the south property
lines, and a chain link fence adjacent to but not direc tly on the rear property line to the
west. Under AMC 9-4.128, the proposed project will be required to install screening on
the side and rear property lines.
The proposed fence types include a metal rod iron fence, a 6’ tall vinyl-coated chain link,
and a 6’ tall solid vinyl that will be used throughout the project. The conceptual landscape
plan details where there currently are fences on the site and where the proposed fences
will join them. Plans show a 6’ tall decorative metal fence surrounding the front of the
property. This will provide security for the facility, but will also be opaque as to not hide
the entire site from Ramona Road. A 6’ tall vinyl coated chain link fence is proposed along
the property line adjacent to the church and vinyl fence is proposed along the top of the
hill, behind the proposed building. This will act as an additional sound buffer between the
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shelter and adjacent residences. This solid fence also extends down a portion of the
southern property lines, adjacent to the vacant lot.
Staff has included a condition of approval. These include ensuring all vinyl coated chain
link fencing is a neutral color and that it is fully screened with evergreen vegetation per
AMC standards. This condition also includes that the solid vinyl fencing be a neutral grey
or tan color. This will ensure that the fence is not a stark white to help it blend in with the
surrounding area.
Conceptual Landscape Plan
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
6’ Decorative Metal 6’ Vinyl Coated Chain
Link
Existing
6’ Wood
Fence
6’ Solid Vinyl
Additional
Evergreen
screening
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The proposed project is Categorically Exempt (Class 32) from the provisions of the
California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., “CEQA”) and CEQA Guidelines (Title 14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000,
et seq.) CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, because it involves an infill
development.
FINDINGS:
To approve USE 22-0027, the Planning Commission must make the following findings.
These findings and the facts to support these findings are included in the attached
resolution.
Conditional Use Permit (AMC Section 9-2.110(b).(3).(iv))
1. The proposed project or use is consistent with the General Plan ;
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of this title;
3. The establishment, and subsequent operation or conduct of the use will not,
because of the circumstances and conditions applied in the particular case, be
detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general public or persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of the use, or be detrimental or injurious
to property or improvements in the vicinity of the use;
4. That the proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character of the
immediate neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development; and
5. That the proposed use or project will not generate a volume of traffic beyond the
safe capacity of all roads providing access to the project, either existing or to be
improved in conjunction with the project, or beyond the normal traffic volume of
the surrounding neighborhood that would result from full development in
accordance with the land use element; and
ALTERNATIVES:
1. The Planning Commission may include modifications to the project and/or
conditions of approval for the project. Any proposed modifications , including
conditions of approval, should be clearly re-stated in any vote on any of the
attached resolutions.
2. The Planning Commission may determine that more information is needed on
some aspect of the project and may refer the item back to the applicant and staff
to develop the additional information. The Commission should clearly state the
type of information that is required. A motion, and approval of that motion, is
required to continue the item to a future date.
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3. The Planning Commission may deny the project. The Commission must specify
what findings cannot be made, and provide a brief oral statement, based on the
Staff Report, oral testimony, site visit, correspondence, or any other rationale
introduced and deliberated by the Planning Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Draft Resolution 2022
2. Aerial Photo
3. Site Photos
4. Arborist Report
5. Noise Study
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
ATTACHMENT 1: Draft Resolution 2022
USE 22-0027
DRAFT PC RESOLUTION 2022
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (USE22-0027) ALLOWING THE
EXPANSION OF AN EXISTING ANIMAL SHELTER AND
SPAY/NEUTER FACILITY
APN 049-141-043
(Woods Humane Society)
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Applicant, Woods Humane Society,
to consider a Conditional Use Permit (USE 22-0027) to allow the expansion of their animal shelter
and spay/neuter clinic in the Public zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the site’s General Plan Designation is Public (P); and
WHEREAS, the site’s Zoning is Public (P); and
WHEREAS, the proposed project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption consistent with
CEQA section 15332: Infill Development Projects; and
WHEREAS, the laws and regulations relating to the preparation and public notice of
environmental documents, as set forth in the State and local guidelines for implementation of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) have been adhered to; and
WHEREAS, a timely and properly noticed Public Hearing upon the subject Minor
Conditional Use Permit application was held by the Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero at which hearing evidence, oral and documentary, was admitted on behalf of said
Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, at a duly noticed Public
Hearing held on May 3, 2022, studied and considered the Conditional Use Permit USE 22-0027.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero, California, makes the following findings, determinations and recommendations with
respect to the proposed Conditional Use Permit:
SECTION 1. CEQA. The Planning Commission finds as follows:
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1. The proposed project has been found Categorically Exempt under Class 1, Section 15332,
Infill Development, of the California Environmental Quality Act.
SECTION 2. Findings. The Planning Commission finds as follows:
Conditional Use Permit:
1. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan; and
Fact: The proposed animal shelter expansion and spay/neuter service use at this
location is consistent with the Public Facilities designation of the General Plan and the
General Plan Land Use Element Goals LOC Policy 1.3 for enhanced appearance of
commercial corridors. The proposed expansion also achieves LOC Policy 13.1 by
providing a convenient location of a service needed by local residents. LOC Policy 14.1
is also achieved with the expansion by encouraging existing uses to continue providing
necessary services.
2. The proposed project satisfies all applicable provisions of the Title (Zoning Ordinance);
and
Fact: As conditioned, the project satisfies the provisions of the Atascadero Municipal
Code. The project has been designed in a way that meets Municipal Code standards.
3. The establishment, and subsequent operation or conduct of the use will not, because of
the circumstances and conditions applied in the particular case, be detrimental to the
health, safety, or welfare of the general public or persons residing or working in the
neighborhood of the use, or be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in
the vicinity of the use; and
Fact: The proposed used is not detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general
public or persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the use, or be detrimental
or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity of the use. The project has a
substantial setback from the adjacent residential neighborhood. The noise study has
provided data that has guided staff to making appropriate mitigation measure to
minimize potential negative impacts.
4. That the proposed project will not be inconsistent with the character or the immediate
neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development; and
Fact: The proposed project is expanding on the current use in the Public zone. The
Public Zone is intended for public and quasi-public land uses. An animal shelter fits
within this category. Therefore, the use will remain consistent with the character of the
neighborhood since it will not be significantly changing with the expansion.
5. That the proposed project will not generate a volume of traffic beyond the safe capacity
of all roads providing access to the project, either existing or to be improved in
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conjunction with the project, or beyond the normal traffic volume of the surrounding
neighborhood that would result from full development in accordance with the Land
Use Element.
Fact: The project is located off of Ramona Road and is an expansion on a current use.
The use is consistent with surrounding uses and will not bring excessive traffic to the
area.
SECTION 3. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on May 3, 2022, resolved to approve Conditional Use Permit Use 22-0027
subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B: Proposed site plan
EXHIBIT C: Elevations
EXHIBIT D: Floor plan
EXHIBIT E: 3D renderings
EXHIBIT F: Landscape Plan
On motion by Commissioner ____________________, and seconded by Commissioner
_________________________, the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: ( )
NOES: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
ABSTAINED: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
_________________________________________
Jeff van den Eikhof
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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Exhibit A: Conditions of Approval
USE 22-0027
Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
2300 Ramona Road
Woods Humane Society
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Timing
BL: Business License
GP: Grading Permit
BP: Building Permit
FI: Final Inspection
TO: Temporary Occupancy
FO: Final Occupancy
Responsibility
/Monitoring
PS: Planning Services
BS: Building Services
FD: Fire Department
PD: Police Department
CE: City Engineer
WW: Wastewater
CA: City Attorney
Planning Services Conditions
1. This Conditional Use Permit shall allow for the expansion of an existing
Animal Shelter/ Spay and Neuter Facility use at 2300 Ramona Road
described on the attached exhibits and located on APN 049-141-043,
regardless of owner.
Ongoing PS
2. Conditions from previous Conditional Use Permit projects not
specifically amended remain valid (CUP 97-002, CUP 2002-0056,
PLN2016-1621).
Ongoing PS
3. The approval of this use permit shall become final and effective for the
purposes of issuing building permits fourteen (14) days following the
Planning Commission approval, unless an appeal to the decision is filed
as set forth in Section 9-1.111(b) of the Zoning Ordinance.
Ongoing PS
4. The Community Development Department shall have the authority to
approve the following minor changes to the project that (1) modify the
site plan project by less than 10%, and/or (2) result in a superior site
design or appearance.
BL PS
5. Approval of this Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for twenty-four
(24) months after its effective date. At the end of the period, the
approval shall expire and become null and void unless the project has
received a building permit. If the use is established and becomes
vacant, establishment of a similar use shall be done in accordance with
the City’s non-conforming use code.
BL PS
6. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of
Atascadero or its agents, officers, and employees against any claim or
action brought to challenge an approval by the City, or any of its
entities, concerning this conditional use permit.
Ongoing CA
7. Exterior yards shall be used only within hours of 9am to 5pm daily. Staff
must be present with dogs outside at all times. No dogs shall be left
unattended in outdoor exercise yards. Noise levels must be adhered to
per AMC 9-14.05.
Ongoing PS
8. The applicant shall provide a minimum of 37 parking spaces on a
paved surface in good repair.
Ongoing PS
9. New lighting shall conform to the standards of Atascadero Municipal
Code 9-4.137 for exterior lighting. All pole lighting shall be shielded
from neighboring properties and buildings.
BP/Ongoing PS
10. Elevations shall incorporate high quality materials and shall be
consistent with the colors and design shown in Exhibit C.
BP PS
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
2300 Ramona Road
Woods Humane Society
USE 22-0027
Timing
BL: Business License
GP: Grading Permit
BP: Building Permit
FI: Final Inspection
TO: Temporary Occupancy
FO: Final Occupancy
Responsibility
/Monitoring
PS: Planning Services
BS: Building Services
FD: Fire Department
PD: Police Department
CE: City Engineer
WW: Wastewater
CA: City Attorney
11. Fencing shall be installed consistent with what is shown in Exhibit F.
_ Vinyl coated chain link fencing shall be a neutral color and shall be
fully screened with evergreen vegetation per AMC standards.
_Solid vinyl fencing be a neutral grey or tan color.
BP/ Final PS
12. All mechanical equipment on site shall be screened, including all
ground and roof mounted equipment, air conditioners, transformers,
etc.
BP/ Final PS
13. All new utilities on site shall be installed underground. Final PS
14. The applicant shall provide water-efficient landscaping and irrigation
generally consistent with Exhibit F with building permit submittal.
Landscaping shall be installed prior to requesting a final planning
inspection.
_All landscaping installed as required as part of this approval shall
be irrigated and maintained in a matter that allows the landscaping to
thrive and grow.
BP/Final PS
15. Wall signs and directional signs shall conform to the limitations of the
Atascadero Sign Ordinance.
Ongoing PS
16. Trash enclosure must be consistent with what is shown in Exhibit G. A
6-foot tall CMU block wall shall be installed as shown in Exhibit B. The
CMU block wall shall be in a color that blends in with the surrounding
area, to the Satisfaction of the Community Development Director.
BP/Ongoing PS
17. The Use Permit shall be subject to additional review upon receipt of
noise or operational complaints. Additional mitigation may be warranted
upon verification of recurring noise or operational disturbances that
impact residential properties.
Ongoing PS
Public Works Conditions
Stormwater
18. The final Stormwater Control Plan (SWCP) and supporting hydrology report shall be approved
by the City Engineer prior to issuance of any building permit, in accordance with the State
regulations (Regional Water Quality Control Board Res. No. R3-2013-0032).
Indicate in report in greater detail how Performance Requirement #1 was met concerning the
minimization of the impervious areas, including the consideration of alternative materials such
as pervious pavers or concrete in the proposed walkways and parking areas.
19. Prior to a final inspection the following City Stormwater documents shall be completed and
approved by the City Engineer:
● ATAS - SWP-1001_Engineer Certification Form
● ATAS - SWP-1003_OwnerAgentInfo
● ATAS - SWP-1007_Exhibit_B_Instructions_SCM FORM
● ATAS - SWP-1008_Stormwater System Plans and Manuals
● ATAS - SWP-2002 Stormwater O&M Process and Form Instructions
● ATAS - SWP-3001_Stormwater System O&M_Agreement
● ATAS - SWP-3002_Private Stormwater System Recorded Notice
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
2300 Ramona Road
Woods Humane Society
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Timing
BL: Business License
GP: Grading Permit
BP: Building Permit
FI: Final Inspection
TO: Temporary Occupancy
FO: Final Occupancy
Responsibility
/Monitoring
PS: Planning Services
BS: Building Services
FD: Fire Department
PD: Police Department
CE: City Engineer
WW: Wastewater
CA: City Attorney
Email publicworks@atascadero.org for copies of the above City templates.
20. If total site disturbance exceeds one acre, a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is
required prior to any ground disturbing activities. The WDID number provided upon acceptance of
the SWPPP into the State’s SMARTS system registration shall be noted on the Title Sheet of the
Plans.
21. An Erosion Control Plan (with notes and details) is required at Building permit and must reference
Best Management Practices (BMPs) as defined by CASQA and/or City of Atascadero standards
and specifications. Place a note on the plans stating that erosion control measures shall remain in
place and be maintained throughout all ground disturbing operations until vegetation has been re-
established over approximately 70% of the disturbed area.
Flood Control Basins
22. Flood control basins are utilized in the City of Atascadero depending upon site conditions:
Retention basins, Detention basins, and Subsurface Infiltration Basins. In all cases, the Project
Engineer shall provide evidence that the basin will completely drain within 72 hours, to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer.
Retention Basin. Any drainage basin which is used as a terminal disposal facility shall be
classified as a retention basin.
a. Basin Capacity. The basin capacity is to be based on the theoretical runoff from a 50-year
storm, 10-hour intensity for 10-hour duration. No reduction in required capacity shall be
given for soil percolation rates.
b. Percolation Test Required. A minimum of 3 percolation tests per basin shall be submitted
to the City Engineer for review and approval prior to approval of the plans. The project
engineer shall submit calculations and a report demonstrating the basin will drain within
seven-days of a single storm event as noted above. Deep soil borings may be required in
areas where there is concern of shallow depth to groundwater or bedrock. Percolation
tests shall be performed at depths below the basin bottom.
Overflow Path Required. The design of all drainage basins shall identify the designated route for overflow.
The Project Engineer shall design the overflow path so that the flow in a 100- year storm is non-erosive and
will not damage downstream improvements, including other basins. Easements may be required for
concentrated flows across multiple properties.
Utilities
23. The project has requested connection to the City’s sanitary sewer system in San Ramon Road
in Tract 2495 Apple Valley. After preliminary design discussions with the applicant, the City
Engineer has confirmed that the connection is feasible, and has requested the sewer be
extended to Ramona Road. The applicant shall be responsible for the design and installation of
public sewer from Ramona Road, through the property and to San Ramon Road in accordance
to City Standards and Specifications and to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, for acceptance
by the City for operation and maintenance after final approval. A separate Public Improvement
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
2300 Ramona Road
Woods Humane Society
USE 22-0027
Timing
BL: Business License
GP: Grading Permit
BP: Building Permit
FI: Final Inspection
TO: Temporary Occupancy
FO: Final Occupancy
Responsibility
/Monitoring
PS: Planning Services
BS: Building Services
FD: Fire Department
PD: Police Department
CE: City Engineer
WW: Wastewater
CA: City Attorney
Plan set for the sanitary sewer project will be required at time of building permit submittal for
review and approval by the City Engineer. The City requests sewer extension to Ramona Road
at the deepest point feasible, to allow for future connection by neighboring parcels. The
alignment shall continue down the proposed driveway adjacent to the site’s northern property
line, within a 20’ Public sanitary sewer easement, across a City-owned lot within Tract 2495,
then connecting to the sewer main in San Ramon. Recordation of the 20’ Public sanitary sewer
easement, prepared by a licensed surveyor, is required prior to final.
24. Public improvement plans (PIPs) shall be prepared by a licensed civil engineer. PIPs shall be
prepared on 24”x36” plan sheets, use the City Standard border and signature block, and shall
comply with Section 2 of City Standard Specifications. All plans shall contain the City of
Atascadero "Standard Notes for Improvement Plans" on file in the City Engineer's office.
The sanitary sewer main shall be a minimum of eight (8) inches in diameter.
Sewer Manholes shall be placed at changes in slope and every 400’.
25. Each building to be served by the wastewater collection system shall pay all sewer fees prior to the
issuance of a building permit. Concurrently with construction of City sanitary sewer main, two new
sewer laterals are required to serve the buildings on the property, one for the existing building
which is to remain, and one for the new building. At time of building permit, provide anticipated
wastewater flow and characterization (BOD) information for the buildings for City analysis of the
sewer capacity charges. Size and slope of laterals must meet plumbing code requirements.
26. Abandon existing septic system per City Local Area Management Program (LAMP) requirements.
Frontage Improvements
27. A separate encroachment permit is required for the new driveway approaches and any work within
a public Right-of-Way or easement.
28. The gates proposed at the driveways at the front of the property shall be placed a minimum of 20’
back from edge of pavement, preferably 20’ setback from City right of way, and should open
inward toward the property
29. Proposed driveways must meet City standard 425 for areas without curb, gutter and sidewalk.
Provide min. 4’ walkable shoulder (such as Decomposed Granite (DG)) on project frontage.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
Exhibit B: Proposed Site Plan
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Exhibit C: Elevations
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Exhibit D: Floor Plan
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Exhibit E: 3D Renderings
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Exhibit F: Landscape Plan
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Additional
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6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
Exhibit G: Trash Enclosure Plan
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ATTACHMENT 2: Aerial Photo
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ATTACHMENT 3: Site Photos
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