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CITY OF ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
HYBRID MEETING INFORMATION:
The Planning Commission meeting will be available via teleconference for those who wish to
participate remotely. The meeting will also be held in the City Council Chambers and in-person
attendance will be available at that location.
HOW TO OBSERVE THE MEETING REMOTELY:
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Public comment may be provided in-person or remotely. Call (669) 900-6833 (Meeting ID: 832 5023
8111) to listen and provide public comment via phone or via the Zoom platform using the link above.
Written public comments are accepted at pc-comments@atascadero.org . Comments should identify the
Agenda Item Number in the subject line of the email. Such comments will be forwarded to the Planning
Commission and made a part of the administrative record. To ensure distribution to the Planning
Commission before consideration of an item, please submit comments not later than 12:00 p.m. the
day of the meeting. All correspondence will be distributed to the Planning Commission, posted on the City’s
website, and be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Please note, comments will not be read
into the record. Please be aware that communications sent to the Planning Commission are public records
and are subject to disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act and Brown Act unless exempt from
disclosure under applicable law. Communications will not be edited for redactions and will be printed/posted as
submitted.
AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT ACCOMMODATIONS:
Any member of the public who needs accommodations should contact the City Clerk’s Office at
cityclerk@atascadero.org or by calling 805-470-3400 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time
when services are needed. The City will use their best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations
to afford as much accessibility as possible while also maintaining public safety in accordance with
the City procedure for resolving reasonable accommodation requests.
Planning Commission agendas and minutes may be viewed on the City's website:
www.atascadero.org/agendas.
Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on
the Agenda are on file in the Community Development Department and are available for public
inspection on our website, www.atascadero.org. Contracts, Resolutions and Ordinances will be
allocated a number once they are approved by the Planning Commission. The Minutes of this
meeting will reflect these numbers. All documents submitted by the public during Planning
Commission meetings that are either read into the record or referred to in their statement will be
noted in the Minutes and available for review by contacting the Community Development
Department. All documents are available for public inspection during City Hall business hours by
appointment.
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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 Tori Keen
Vice Chairperson Jeff van den Eikhof
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. APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 6, 2024
• Recommendation: Commission approve the February 6, 2024 Minutes.
2. APPROVAL OF TIME EXTENSION FOR 940 EL CAMINO REAL
• Recommendation: Commission approve the Time Extension.(TEX23-0117)
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda Regular Meeting February 20, 2024
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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.
3. 9061 PALOMAR AVE
The project is a request for Planning Commission to review a proposal for a
Conditional Use Permit for a 3,000 SF oversized accessory structure on APN 030-
071-054. (USE22-0084).
• CEQA: The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) under Categorical Exemption §15303; Class 3: new construction or
conversion of small structures, because it is limited to the discretionary
approval of a small accessory structure.
• Recommendation: Staff’s recommendation is for the Planning Commission to
adopt the Draft Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit for a detached
structure at 9061 Palomar Ave. based on findings and subject to conditions of
approval; and take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
4. 3600, 3610 EL CAMINO REAL
The project is a request for Planning Commission to review a proposal for a
Conditional Use Permit and associated Lot Line Adjustment allowing the
development of a hotel with kitchens in more than 50% of the guestrooms, a height
modification, and a parking modification at 3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APNs 049-
211-058, 059). (USE23-0074/SBDV24-0022)
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda Regular Meeting February 20, 2024
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• CEQA: The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), under §15332 (Class 32: Infill Development Projects) and
Categorical Exemption § 15305 (Class 5: Minor Alterations to Land Use
Limitations).
• Recommendation: Staff recommends Planning Commission adopt the Draft
Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment ATAL 24-0003 and Conditional
Use Permit USE23-0074 to allow the development of a hotel with kitchens in
more than 50% of the guestrooms, a height modification, and a parking
modification at 3600 & 3610 El Camino Real based on findings; and take
such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting on March 5, 2024, will be cancelled.
The next regular meeting will be on March 19, 2024, at City Hall, Council Chambers,
6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, CA.
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.
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda Regular Meeting February 20, 2024
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WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning Commission meets in regular session on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Council
Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero. Matters are considered by the Commission in the order of the printed Agenda.
Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the Agenda are on file in the office
of the Community Development Department and are available for public inspection during City Hall business hours at the Front
Counter of City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, and on our website, www.atascadero.org. All documents submitted by the
public during Commission meetings that are either read into the record or referred to in their statement will be noted in the minutes and available for review in the Community Development Department. Commission meetings are audio recorded, and may be
reviewed by the public. Copies of meeting recordings are available for a fee. Contact the City Clerk for more information at (805)
470-3400.
TO SPEAK ON SUBJECTS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Under Agenda item, “PUBLIC COMMENT”, the Chairperson will call for anyone from the audience having business with the
Commission to approach the lectern and be recognized.
1. Give your name for the record (not required).
2. State the nature of your business.
3. All comments are limited to 3 minutes.
4. All comments should be made to the Chairperson and Commission.
5. No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or negative personal remarks concerning any other individual,
absent or present.
This is when items not on the Agenda may be brought to the Commission’s attention. A maximum of 30 minutes will be allowed for
Public Comment Portion (unless changed by the Commission).
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 Commission regarding the matter being considered to step up to the lectern. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way:
1. You must approach the lectern and be recognized by the Chairperson.
2. Give your name (not required).
3. Make your statement.
4. All comments should be made to the Chairperson and Commission.
5. No person shall be permitted to make slanderous, profane or negative personal remarks concerning any other individual,
absent or present.
6. All comments limited to 3 minutes.
If you wish to use a computer presentation to support your comments, you must notify the Community Development Department at
(805) 461-5035 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Digital presentations brought to the meeting should be on a USB drive or CD.
You are required to submit to the Recording Secretary a printed copy of your presentation for the record. Please check in with the
Recording Secretary before the meeting begins to announce your presence and turn in the printed copy.
The Chairperson will announce when the public comment period is closed, and thereafter, no further public comments will be heard
by the Commission.
HOW TO SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT:
If you wish to comment, please email public comments to:
pc-comments@atascadero.org by 12:00 pm on the day of the meeting. Such email comments must identify the Agenda Item
Number in the subject line of the email. The comments will be forwarded to the Planning Commission and made a part of the
administrative record. If a comment is received after the deadline for submission but before the close of the meeting, the comment will
still be included as a part of the administrative record of the meeting but will be forwarded to the Planning Commission the next
business day. Please note, email comments will not be read into the record.
AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT ACCOMMODATIONS: Any member of the public who needs accommodations should contact the City Clerk’s Office at cityclerk@atascadero.org or by
calling 805-470-3400 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed. The City will use their best efforts to
provide reasonable accommodations to afford as much accessibility as possible while also maintaining public safety in accordance
with the City procedure for resolving reasonable accommodation requests.
Planning Commission agendas and minutes may be viewed on the City's website: www.atascadero.org.
Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the Agenda are on file in the
Community Development Department and are available for public inspection on our website, www.atascadero.org. Contracts,
Resolutions and Ordinances will be allocated a number once they are approved by the Planning Commission. The Minutes of this
meeting will reflect these numbers. All documents submitted by the public during Planning Commission meetings that are either
read into the record or referred to in their statement will be noted in the Minutes and available for review by contacting the
Community Development Department. All documents are available for public inspection during City Hall business hours by
appointment.
PC Draft Minutes of 11/8/2023
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ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 2-20-24
CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular Meeting – Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – 6:00 P.M.
City Hall
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
Hughes led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Carranza, Heath, Hughes, Schmidt, Vice
Chairperson Keen and Chairperson van den Eikhof
Absent: Commissioner Anderson
Vacant: None
Others Present: Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Roxanne Diaz, Assistant City Attorney (via Teleconference)
Staff Present: Community Development Director, Phil Dunsmore
Planning Manager, Kelly Gleason
Senior Planner, Xzandrea Fowler
Associate Planner, Erick Gomez
Assistant Planner, Sam Mountain
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Carranza and seconded by
Commissioner Heath to approve the Agenda.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Anderson absent)
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
Chairperson van den Eikhof closed the Public Comment period.
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ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 2-20-24
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 8, 2023
• Recommendation: Commission approve the November 8, 2023 Minutes.
2. APPROVAL OF THE 2024 MEETING SCHEDULE
• Recommendation: Commission approve the 2024 Meeting Schedule.
Commissioners Carranza and Hughes stated that they would be abstaining from the
vote since they were absent from the last meeting.
MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Keen and seconded by
Commissioner Schmidt to approve the
Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 4:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Anderson absent)
(Carranza, Hughes abstained)
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION:
A. Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
The Commission will select a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.
Chairperson van den Eikhof accepted nominations for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.
MOTION: By Commissioner Carranza and seconded
by Commissioner Schmidt to nominate Vice
Chairperson Keen as Chairperson, and
Chairperson van den Eikhof as Vice
Chairperson. Commissioners Keen and van
den Eikhof accepted the nominations.
Motions passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Anderson absent)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. 3675 MARICOPA ROAD
The project is a request for Planning Commission to consider a request for a 3rd
accessory structure on APN 054-032-041 (USE23-0105)
• CEQA: The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) under Categorical Exemption §15303; Class 3: small structures,
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because it consists solely of the construction of a small, appurtenant U-
occupancy structure.
• Recommendation: Staff’s recommendation is for the Planning Commission to
adopt the Draft Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit for a third
accessory structure at 3675 Maricopa Road, based on finding(s), and subject
to conditions of approval; and take such additional, related action that may be
desirable.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Commissioner Carranza stated that she drove by the property. Chairperson Keen stated
that she looked at the project online. All other Commissioners had no ex parte.
Planner Mountain presented the staff report and answered questions from the
Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following member of the public spoke: Kelly Bilu. Kelly answered questions from the
Commission.
Chairperson Keen closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Carranza and seconded
by Commissioner Hughes to adopt PC
Resolution 2024-0001 approving USE23-
0105 to allow a third accessory structure at
3675 Maricopa Road, on APN 054-032-041,
based on findings and subject to conditions
of approval.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Anderson absent)
4. ZONING CODE UPDATE
Staff will provide a staff report on updates to Title 9 and Title 3 of the Atascadero
Municipal Code (zoning and finance code) to clarify language and increase
General Plan consistency. (ZCH22-0053)
• CEQA: This Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Public resources Code Section 21000 et seq., because it can be seen
with certainty that there is no possibility that the enactment of this Ordinance
would have a significant effect on the environment (Pub. Resources Code §
21065; CEQA Guidelines §§ 15378(b)(4), 15061(b)(3).
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ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 2-20-24
• Recommendation: Staff recommends Planning Commission adopt the Draft
Resolution 2024-xxxx recommending that City Council introduce an ordinance
for first reading, by title only, to approve amendments to Titles 3 and 9 of the
Atascadero Municipal Code, based on findings; and take such additional,
related, action that may be desirable.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
Planner Gleason and Director Dunsmore presented the staff report. Planner Gleason,
Planner Mountain, and Director Dunsmore answered questions from the Commission.
Planner Gleason noted two suggested changes after publication of the staff report as
follows:
1. Change the word “greater” to “less” in section 9-6.106 related to accessory structure size
AMC 9-6.106: Residential Accessory Uses
(2) Floor Area. The maximum gross floor area of a detached accessory structure is not
to exceed one hundred percent (100%) of the gross floor area of the principal structure,
up to two thousand (2,000) square feet, whichever is less.
2. Modify definition for Personal Services – Restricted
• Personal Services—Restricted. Service
Establishments providing the following uses: Service establishments that may have
a blighting and/or deteriorating effect upon the surrounding area which may need to be
dispersed in order to minimize their adverse impact. Examples of these uses include, but
are not limited to, the following: check cashing and/or payday/same day loans;
fortunetellers, psychics; palm, tarot and card readers; card rooms, billiard and pool halls
as a primary use; and tattoo and body piercing services; and hot tubs and saunas that
are not an accessory to a permitted use.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
Chairperson Keen closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Hughes and seconded by
Vice Chairperson van den Eikhof to adopt
PC Resolution 2024-0002 recommending the
City Council amend Titles 3: Finance, and
Title 9: Planning & Zoning: to provide
updates for General Plan and processing
consistency and providing clarity related to
development standards and land use
definitions, and determining this ordinance
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DATE: 2-20-24
is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (ZCH22-0053),
with staff’s recommended changes above.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Anderson absent)
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
Commissioner Schmidt stated that our website has changed, but he does have a
complaint about some of the forms being in alphabetical order. His suggestion is to have
them be available by department instead.
Commissioner Carranza gave an update on the mural projects.
Chairperson Keen asked about the 10850 El Camino Real project, and Director
Dunsmore answered her questions.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Director Dunsmore stated that the next meeting will be on February 20, 2024, and gave
an overview on upcoming items.
ADJOURNMENT – 7:45 p.m.
The next regular meeting will be on February 20, 2024, at City Hall, 6500 Palma Avenue,
Atascadero, CA.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
____________________________
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Administrative Assistant
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ITEM 2
02/20/2024
Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-0117 / Westar Associates
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
Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX 23-0117
940 El Camino Real
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving a one-year
Time Extension (TEX23-0117) until February 2, 2025 for the amended Home Depot
Center Master Plan of Development (DEV18-0073) to allow a hotel where two retail
buildings were previously approved.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 940 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA APN
049-045-033
049-045-034
049-045-035
PROJECT
PLANNER Erick Gomez 470-3436 egomez@atascadero.org
APPLICANT Westar Associates (Contact: Connor Best, connor@weststar1.com)
4650 Von Karman Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660
PROPERTY
OWNER Atascadero 101 Associates
4650 Von Karman Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
ZONING
DISTRICT:
SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
Commercial Park
(CPK)
Commercial Park
(CPK)
PD-9 Overlay
Appx.
2.25
acres
Vacant retail
pads and
parking area
131-room hotel
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Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-117 / Westar Associates
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
DISCUSSION:
Existing Surrounding Uses / Parcel Configurations:
Existing Zoning Existing Aerial / Surrounding
North: South: East: West:
Marriot Hotel
RSF-X
OS
Salinas River
HWY 101
RS
RMF-24
Home Depot
CPK / PD-9
HWY 101
Graves Creek
RS
Background:
The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit DEV18-0073 with
Resolution PC 2019-0001 on January 15, 2019 and the entitlement became effective on
February 2, 2019. The approved project includes replacing 18,000 square feet of unbuilt
retail space with a 4-story, 131-room hotel. The applicant has been granted three, one-
year time extensions since the original approval of the project.
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Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-117 / Westar Associates
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
Current Proposal - Aerial Perspective Looking West
Analysis:
Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-2.117 allows the Planning Director to grant a one-
year extension to the time limit of an entitlement. That first one-year extension was
previously granted. The Planning Commission may grant additional extensions after the
first extension. The proposed time extension would extend the amount of time the
applicant has to satisfy conditions of the Conditional Use Permit. The applicant must apply
for a building permit for the hotel structure on or before February 2, 2024, unless an
additional time extension has been granted, or the Amendment to the Master Plan of
Development shall expire.
The applicant applied for the fourth time extension on December 12, 2023, to extend the
expiration of the entitlement until February 12, 2025. Consistent with California
Government Code 661452.6(e), when an application for a time extension is received, the
project is automatically extended for 60 days.
Simulation of the View from Northbound Highway 101
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Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-117 / Westar Associates
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
2019 Proposed Site Plan
Conclusion
The requested time extension would grant an additional 12-months to apply for building
permits for the hotel structure approved through DEV18-0073. There is no limit to the
number of extensions that may be granted by the Planning Commission, provided findings
are able to be made. No significant factors have changed to warrant reconsideration of
project conditions or entitlements. Staff recommends the Planning Commission approve
the time extension as requested.
FINDINGS:
To approve Time Extension TEX23-0117, the Planning Commission must make the
finding listed below. These findings and the facts to support these findings are included
in the attached resolution.
Time Extension Findings (AMC Section 9-2.117(b))
Existing
Springhill
Suites
Proposed
Hotel
Existing
Staples
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Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-117 / Westar Associates
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
1. There have been no changes to the provisions of the General Plan or zoning
regulations applicable to the project since the approval of the entitlement (AMC 9-
2.117(a)(1)).
2. There have been no changes in the character of the site or its surroundings which
affect how the standards of the General Plan or zoning regulations apply to the
project (AMC 9-2.117(a)(2)).
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.
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. Conditions of Approval PC Resolution 2019-0001
2. Draft PC Resolution 2022-A
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Home Depot Center Phase II Time Extension
TEX23-0117 / Westar Associates
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: Conditions of Approval
TEX 23-0117
Conditions of Approval
Master Plan of Development
Hotel
940 El Camino Real
DEV18-0073 / TEX21-0105
1. This Conditional Use Permit shall amend CUP 2000-0014 to allow a hotel use as described in these Conditions of
Approval and generally shown in attached Exhibits C D, and E located at 940 El Camino Real, legally described as
Parcels 2, 3 and 4 of Lot Line Adjustment ATAL 12-0072 (Certificates of Compliance recorded as Official Records
12-004603, 12-004604, and 12-004605), City of Atascadero, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California,
(Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 049-045-033, 049-045-034 and 049-045-035), regardless of owner.
2. 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 of the decision is filed as set
forth in Section 9-1.111(b) of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. All Conditions of Approval of Planning Commission Resolution 2012-0020 shall remain in effect unless specifically
amended or superseded by this resolution. The approval to allow two retail pads on the subject lots shall remain in
force as an alternative to the hotel.
4. Ongoing, any increase to the number of hotel rooms, the maximum height of the building, or the addition of
exhibit/conference space must be approved by the Planning Commission.
5. Before the project may receive building permits, the site plan, landscape plan, elevations, and signage plan shall
be reviewed by the Design Review Committee. The determination of the Design Review Committee shall be
binding on the project unless appealed to the Planning Commission.
6. The Community Development Department shall have the authority to approve minor changes to the project that (1)
modify the site plan of the project by less than 10%, (2) result in a superior site design or appearance, and/or (3)
address a construction design issue that is not substantive to the Conditional Use Permit.
7. Approval of this Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for twenty-four (24) months after its effective date. At that
time, the Master Plan of Development shall revert back to the project described in Planning Commission
Resolution 2012-0020, unless the project has applied for a building permit for the hotel structure or received a time
extension.
8. The owner and 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.
9. The hotel shall be limited to a maximum of 131 bedrooms.
10. All buildings shall be limited to a maximum of 4 above-ground stories and 60 feet in height.
11. To the satisfaction of the Design Review Committee, the architectural style, colors and materials of the hotel shall
be compatible with the existing hotel.
12. The owner shall install any new utilities placed for the hotel underground.
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Conditions of Approval
Master Plan of Development
Hotel
940 El Camino Real
DEV18-0073 / TEX21-0105
13. Before building permits may be issued, the owner shall apply for and record a Lot Line Adjustment so that
buildings are not constructed over lot lines. Easements shall be provided for drainage and circulation throughout
the subject site as needed.
14. Before building permits may be issued, the owner shall prepare an acoustical analysis of noise received by the
project from Highway 101 and other sources. The project shall be designed and constructed so that noise in
outdoor activity areas does not exceed 60 dBn or CNEL, and noise indoors does not exceed 45 dBn or CNEL.
15. No new free-standing freeway-oriented signage structures may be erected (no additional pylon signs or pole
signs). New sign faces for the hotel may be placed on/in existing pylon structures. Sign faces added to the pylon
sign shall not have a white or similar pale-color background.
16. No new free-standing or monument signs may be erected unless the existing monument sign near the intersection
of El Camino Real and the first entrance to the center is removed. Any new monument sign may be permitted up
to 10 feet in height with 60 sq. ft. of sign area per side. Landscaping shall be installed at the base of the sign. No
cabinet signs are permitted on the existing or future monument signs.
17. Wall-mounted signage may be installed on walls of the building that face the freeway, a parking lot, or public street.
Each sign shall be proportionate to the size of the wall as determined by the Design Review Committee, not to
exceed 1 square foot per linear foot of building frontage. Wall signs shall be made of individual channel letters or
be exteriorly illuminated (no internally illuminated cabinet signs permitted).
18. The owner shall provide a minimum of 200 parking spaces within the center on the west side of El Camino Real.
The parking spaces may be used in common for the entire center.
19. The owner shall provide and maintain a minimum of 323 parking spaces within 400 feet of the subject property.
The parking spaces may be used in common for the entire center.
20. If project uses change from those anticipated by the Trip Generation Analysis prepared by Associated
Transportation Engineers on October 18, 2018, then the circulation impacts of the project shall be reanalyzed.
Depending on anticipated impacts, signalization of the El Camino Real / San Ramon intersection may be required
to be installed by the owner.
21. The owner shall provide an accessible paved sidewalk connection between the front door of the hotel and the
parking lot immediately in front of the existing hotel as generally shown in Exhibit D. The design and location shall
be to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
22. The owner shall provide an accessible paved sidewalk connection between the front door of the hotel and the El
Camino Real sidewalk as generally shown in Exhibit D. The design and location shall be to the satisfaction of the
Director of Community Development.
23. The owner shall provide crosswalk striping, signage and/or lighting to the satisfaction of the City Engineer across
El Camino Real at the intersection with the second driveway into the center as generally shown in Exhibit D.
24. The owner shall provide an internal paved pedestrian/bicycle connection to the public bicycle path located along
the southwest side of the property between the two hotels as generally shown in Exhibit D. The design and
location of the connection shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development and the City
Engineer.
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Conditions of Approval
Master Plan of Development
Hotel
940 El Camino Real
DEV18-0073 / TEX21-0105
25. A minimum 10-foot wide landscaped setback shall be maintained between the public bicycle path and the rear of
the hotel and/or any fencing or walls in proximity to an outdoor swimming pool/recreation area.
26. No fence or wall shall be placed between the hotel and the public bicycle path except in proximity to an outdoor
swimming pool/recreation area to the satisfaction of the Design Review Committee.
27. The landscape plan shall include trees with an expected height of approximately 20 feet on both sides of the
bicycle path at a rate of 30 feet on center.
28. All landscape areas shall be maintained in good condition in perpetuity and dead or damaged/diseased landscape
shall be replaced with like species.
29. No growth control agents shall be applied to landscape trees.
30. Tree canopy trimming shall preclude trimming of primary leader branches on trees. Trees shall be pruned and
trained to reach natural height, while thinning overall canopy for balance and maintenance.
31. A Preliminary Storm Water Control Plan (PSWCP) must be submitted and shall be prepared in accordance with
the State regulations (Regional Water Quality Control Board Res. No. R3-2013-0032). The PSWCP shall be
completed using the City standard form available from the Building Permit Counter and shall include a preliminary
hydrology report. The preliminary hydrology report shall be prepared and submitted for review and approval by the
City Engineer. The analysis shall indicate the effects of the proposed development on adjacent and downstream
properties. The scope of the study shall include analysis of all existing public and private drainage infrastructure
between the subject property and an adequate point of discharge. Storm water detention or retention facilities will
be required. Detention or retention facilities and associated drainage improvements shall be privately owned and
maintained by the property owner.
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ATTACHMENT 2: Draft Resolution
TEX 23-0117
DRAFT PC RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A ONE-YEAR TIME
EXTENSION (TEX 23-0117) FOR HOME DEPOT CENTER PHASE II
ON APN 049-045-033, 049-045-034, and 049-045-035
WESTAR ASSOCIATES
940 EL CAMINO REAL
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Westar Associates on behalf of the
property owner Atascadero 101 Associates, 4650 Von Karman Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660,
to consider a fourth one-year time extension for an amendment to the Home Depot Center Master
Plan of Development (DEV18-0073) to allow a hotel where two retail buildings were previously
approved. (APN 049-045-033, 049-045-034); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved the amended Home Depot Center Master
Plan of Development (DEV18-0073) on January 15, 2019 and the entitlement became effective on
February 2, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the applicant was granted a one-year administrative time extension on
December 3, 2020 extending the expiration date of the entitlement to February 2, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the applicant was granted a one-year administrative time extension on
December 3, 2021, extending the expiration date of the entitlement to February 2, 2023; and
WHEREAS, the applicant was granted a one-year administrative time extension on
February 7, 2023, extending the expiration date of the entitlement to February 2, 2024; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has requested a fourth one-year time extension for the amended
Home Depot Center Master Plan of Development (DEV18-0073) to allow a hotel where two retail
buildings were previously approved, consistent with Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-2.117;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero, California takes the following actions:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The Planning Commission finds that the above recitals are true
and correct and are incorporated herein as substantive findings of this Resolution.
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a
regular session assembled on February 20, 2024, considered testimony and reports from staff, the
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applicants, and the public related to said application.
SECTION 3. Findings for approval of Time Extension. The Planning Commission
finds as follows:
1. There have been no changes to the provisions of the General Plan or zoning regulations
applicable to the project since the approval of the entitlement.
Fact: There have been no applicable changes to the General Plan or zoning regulations
since the project was entitled. All conditions of approval and required mitigation measures
are to be completed in addition to all applicable zoning requirements and General Plan
requirements.
2. There have been no changes in the character of the site or its surroundings which affect
how the standards of the General Plan or zoning regulations apply to the project.
Fact: There has been no new construction within the Master Plan of Development area and
very little turnover in tenants. There have been no changes in the character or its
surroundings which affect how the standards of the General Plan or zoning regulations
apply to the project.
SECTION 2. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, California
in a regular session assembled on February 20, 2024, resolved to approve a one-year time extension
of the amendment to the Master Plan of Development (DEV18-0073), to extend the expiration
date to February 2, 2025.
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: ( )
ABSTAIN: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
______________________________
Tori Keen
Planning Commission Chairperson
Attest:
______________________________
Phil Dunsmore, Planning Commission Secretary
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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
Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report – Community Development Department
Oversized Accessory Structure
9061 Palomar Road / USE22-0084
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Staff Recommends: The Planning Commission adopt Draft PC Resolution, approving
minor Conditional Use Permit USE22-0084 for an oversized accessory structure, subject
to findings and conditions of approval, and take such additional, related, action that may
be desirable.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 9061 Palomar Avenue Atascadero, CA APN 030-071-054
PROJECT
PLANNER
Sam Mountain
Assistant Planner 470-3404 smountain@atascadero.org
PROPERTY
OWNER Dean and Kristy McMillin
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
ZONING
DISTRICT:
SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
Single-family
Residential Y
(SFR-Y)
Residential
Single-family
Y (RSF-Y)
1.23
acres
Single-Family
Residence
Oversized Accessory
Structure
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
☐ Environmental Impact Report SCH: ___________________________
☐ Negative / Mitigated Negative Declaration No. ___________
☒ Categorical Exemption CEQA – Guidelines Section 15303
☐ 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:
RSF-Y RSF-Y RSF-Y RSF-Y, RSF-X
Summary:
The applicant proposes to legalize a 3,000 square-foot (60’ x 50’) metal structure that
includes two 1,000 square-foot (20’ x 50’) RV storage garage bays and one 1,000 square-
foot (20’ x 50’) accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Due to State law requiring ministerial review
of ADUs, this Conditional Use Permit application solely pertains to the oversized garage,
and the ADU itself may be legalized through an as-built building permit.
This structure was originally brought to the City’s attention following a complaint from a
neighbor, and a stop work order was subsequently issued by the Building Department.
An application for a Conditional Use Permit was filed in September of 2022, and has been
reviewed by all pertinent staff for completeness.
The property is located on a flag lot with access provided through the adjacent parcel
fronting Palomar Ave. The structure is located towards the northwest corner of the
property, 10 feet from the side property line and 15 feet from the rear property line. The
building is approximately 22-feet tall with interior walls separating each of the three interior
spaces, two rollup doors, three pedestrian doors, and four windows for the ADU. The
Proposed
RV storage
and ADU
RSF-Y
Existing
Residence
RSF-X
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applicant is proposing a slate gray roof and tan stucco siding to match the existing
residence.
Analysis:
Code Standards:
In accordance with the Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC), the maximum allowed building
height is 30-feet (AMC 9.4.113(a)). At 22’ 10.5”, this structure meets the height limit
requirement for the RSF-Y zoning district. All development in this district must also adhere
to the following setback distances (AMC 9.4.106-108):
• Front Setback: Twenty-five (25) feet
• Side Setback: Five (5) feet
• Rear Setback: Ten (10) feet
At the time this project was submitted to the city, the Municipal Code did not prescribe a
maximum floor area for unconditioned space attached to an ADU, and instead deferred
to residential accessory structure standards. These standards required that any
accessory structure with a floor area greater than 50% of that of the primary residence
receive Conditional Use Permit approval. This application has been processed under
these standards based on the submittal date.
The primary residence is 2,206 SF and the proposed accessory structure (not including
the ADU) is 2000 SF, thus, the structure exceeds the 50% standard and must be
approved with a use permit. The Planning Commission must make findings to approve a
use permit, the most applicable for this project being neighborhood compatibility.
Neighborhood Compatibility:
The topography of the site allows the structure to be below residences along Junipero
Avenue to the north. Existing trees and structures provide adequate screening of the
structure from these adjacent residences, and topography screens the structure entirely
from the public right-of-way to the south. The applicant has constructed the building to be
compatible with colors and materials of the primary residence. There is existing
landscaping between the structure and the residence to the immediate west.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The proposed project is Categorically Exempt (Class 3) 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 15303, because it is limited to new
construction of an accessory structure.
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FINDINGS:
To approve the Conditional Use Permit, the Planning Commission must make the
following findings. These findings and the facts to support these findings are included in
the attached draft 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;
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.
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 PC Resolution
2. Site Photos
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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
USE22-0084
DRAFT PC RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING A MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (USE22-0084) TO
ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN OVERSIZED ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE ON APN 030-071-054
9061 PALOMAR AVENUE
MCMILLIN
WHEREAS, an application was received from Dean and Kristy McMillin, 9061 Palomar
Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422, (owner and applicant) for a Minor Conditional Use Permit to
construct an oversized accessory structure; and
WHEREAS, the site has a General Plan Designation of Single-family Residential Y (SFR-
Y); and
WHEREAS, the property is in the Residential Single-family Y (RSF-Y) zoning district;
and
WHEREAS, on the date that the project was submitted, detached residential accessory
structures with a floor area in excess of fifty percent (50%) of the primary residence were subject
to the approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit; 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
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, California,
takes the following actions:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct.
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SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a
regular session assembled on February 20, 2024, considered testimony and reports from staff, the
applicants, and the public related to said application.
SECTION 3. CEQA. The proposed project is Categorically Exempt (Class 3) 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 15303, because it solely involves
the construction of an appurtenant garage structure.
SECTION 4. Findings for approval of Conditional Use Permit. The Planning
Commission finds as follows:
1. The proposed project or use is consistent with the General Plan; and
Fact: Detached accessory structures are consistent with the Single-Family Residential land
use designation of the General Plan. Land Use, Open Space and Conservation Element
Program 1.1.6 requires the size, use and appearance of accessory structures in the
residential zoning districts to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. The
structure is largely screened from adjacent properties, and the colors and materials shown
on plans are designed to be cohesive with the existing residence on the property.
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance;
and
Fact: As proposed, the project will meet the property’s setback, height, and other site design
requirements. The use of the structure will be limited to uses permitted by the Zoning
Ordinance. The project, with Planning Commission approval of this Conditional Use
Permit, satisfies all applicable provisions of the Zoning Ordinance related to residential
accessory structures at the time the project was submitted.
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 accessory structure will be used for the storage of personal vehicles and
household supplies. This is a typical use in residential single-family neighborhoods. The
proposed structure is constructed to meet the standards of the building code and has been
approved by all departments, including Building and Fire.
4. The proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character of the immediate
neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development; and
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Fact: The view of the structure will be partially screened by landscaping from the north
and fully screened by topography from the south. The design will fit in with the character
and architectural styles of the surrounding neighborhood and existing home. The project
also includes a condition that the color palette shall be neutral to match the property’s
semirural surroundings.
5. 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
Fact: The addition of a residential accessory structure will not contribute additional traffic
in the neighborhood. The use of the structure will be similar to uses currently onsite. While
an ADU is attached to the structure and may contribute additional trips, it is not a part of
this entitlement per State law.
6. The proposed project is in compliance with any pertinent City policy or criteria adopted by
ordinance or resolution of the City Council; and
Fact: Detached accessory structures are permitted in the residential districts. The proposed
structure, with staff recommended conditions, is compliant with all related zoning codes
and plans at the time of submittal.
SECTION 3. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on February 20, 2024, resolved to approve Minor Conditional Use Permit
USE21-0034, subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B: Project Design Package
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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
_________________________________________
Tori Keen
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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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 A: Conditions of Approval
USE 22-0084
Conditions of Approval
9061 Palomar Avenue
USE22-0084
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 a 2000 square-foot accessory
structure attached to an ADU at 9061 Palomar Avenue, APN 030-
071-054, as described in the attached Exhibits.
Ongoing PS
2. 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
3. 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%, (2) result in a superior site design
or appearance, and/or (3) address a construction design issue that is
not substantive to the approved Conditional Use Permit.
BP PS, BS, CE
4. 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 and started construction on the
project.
BP PS
5. 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 the construction or use of the detached
accessory structure.
Ongoing CA
6. The accessory structure shall be finished in neutral colors to
complement the existing home and structures on adjacent properties.
BP PS
7. The accessory structure shall be used for the storage of personal
vehicles and household goods, and shall not be used for home
occupation purposes unless approved by the Community
Development Department.
Ongoing PS, CE
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EXHIBIT B: Project Design Package
USE22-0084
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South
East
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North
West
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6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
ATTACHMENT 2: Site Photos
USE22-0084
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Sky Hotels, Inc LLA & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
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
SBDV24-0022 & USE 23-0074
Sky Hotels, Inc Lot Line Adjustment and Hotel
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Planning Commission adopt Draft PC Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment ATAL24-
0003 (SBDV24-0022) and Conditional Use Permit USE23-0074 allowing the development
of a hotel with a height and parking modification, subject to findings and conditions of
approval.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 3600 & 3610 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA APN 049-211-058 and
049-211-059
PROJECT
PLANNER Erick Gomez (805) 470-3436 egomez@atascadero.org
APPLICANT &
PROPERTY
OWNER
Sky Hotels, Inc. (ATT: Nick Patel), 309 Prosperity Blvd., Chowchilla, CA 93610
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
ZONING
DISTRICT:
SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
General Commercial Commercial
Retail (CR) 3.52-acres Hotel / Meeting
Hall Hotel
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
☐ Environmental Impact Report SCH: ___________________________
☐ Negative / Mitigated Negative Declaration No. ___________
☒ Categorical Exemption CEQA – Guidelines Section 15305 and 15332
☐ Statutory Exemption §§ 21000, et seq & ________________________
☐ No Project – Ministerial Project
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REPORT IN BRIEF:
Sky Hotels, Inc requests approval of a Lot Line Adjustment and a Conditional Use Permit
to allow the development of a 113-room hotel with cooking facilities in all rooms. The
approval will include a height waiver to allow a maximum building height 49’-3” and
parking modification to allow a parking reduction of approximately 10% for a total of 190
parking spaces. The proposed development will include improvements and upgrades to
existing onsite landscaping and parking areas. Access to the site will continue to occur
from El Camino Real via shared driveways and access easements. The project site is
composed of two legal lots (Assessor Parcel Numbers 049-211-058 and 049-211-059)
totaling 3.52-acres that are presently developed with a 76-room hotel, pool facilities, a
meeting hall, and a tennis court. The meeting hall and tennis court will be demolished for
the construction of the new hotel building. The project is eligible for a Class 5 (Minor
Alterations in Land Use Limitations) and Class 32 Exemption (Infill Development) from
environmental review requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act.
DISCUSSION:
Existing Surrounding Uses / Parcel Configurations:
Existing Zoning Existing Aerial / Surrounding
North: South: East: West:
General Commercial Single-Family
Residential, General
Commercial and
multifamily beyond
El Camino Real, Single
Family Residential Family
beyond
Highway 101,
Single-Family
Residential beyond
Project History
The project site consists of two legal lots that were approved and recorded under Parcel
Map AT 85-179 in 1985. The project site is presently developed with a hotel complex with
a pool, tennis court, and meeting hall that were originally permitted Conditional Use
Permit Number 21-84, 9-85, and 6-86, and subsequently constructed in 1986.
RSF-Y
CR
CPK
RS
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On November 28, 2023, the City Council approved Ordinance 669 at the request of the
Applicant which revised the municipal code to allow hotels to provide guest rooms with
full kitchens in up to 100% of their guest rooms provided that they comply with applicable
standards and receive use permit approval. The changes were requested in anticipation
of the proposed project.
Summary
The applicant proposes to construct a four-story, 113 room hotel on 3.52-acre project site
zoned Commercial Retail (CR) that is presently developed with 76-room hotel building,
pool, meeting hall, and tennis court that is part of the adjacent Kenedy Club Fitness use.
The existing meeting hall and tennis court will be demolished for the construction of the
new hotel building. Access, parking, and hotel amenities will be shared by both hotels
and ensured through establishment of reciprocal easements. Earthwork for the new hotel
will include grading quantities of approximately 13,200 cubic yards of cut, 600 cubic yards
of fill, and 12,600 cubic yards of export, as well as the installation of approximately 643
LF of retaining walls.
A Lot Line Adjustment is sought concurrently to adjust the boundary of the flag lot and
accommodate the building footprint of the proposed hotel. The project site is composed
of two legal lots: a 2.07-acre lot fronting El Camino Real developed with the existing hotel
building and pool facilities, and a 1.45-acre flag lot developed with the associated meeting
hall and tennis court.
A Conditional Use Permit is sought to allow the following project components:
• Kitchens in all 113 guestrooms
• A maximum building height of 49’-3”, in excess of the 35’ height limit prescribed by
the Commercial Retail zone
• A parking reduction of approximately 10% to allow both hotels to operate with a
total of 190 shared, off-street parking spaces instead of the 211 spaces required
by City zoning regulations.
Analysis
Lot Line Adjustment
The Municipal code states that Lot Line Adjustments must be approved upon
determination by the City Engineer that the following is true:
1) The lots were legally created;
2) The proposed lot configuration complies with City zoning requirements, including
minimum lot sizes for the zone; and
3) No new lots will be created because of the lot line adjustment.
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Staff has determined that all three of these criteria are met by the project. The project site
is composed of two legally created lots that were recorded under Parcel Map AT 85-179
in 1985 as a flag lot subdivision. The proposed Lot Line Adjustment will adjust the shared
property line effectively undoing the flag lot configuration and resulting in one interior lot
and one lot fronting El Camino Real. No additional parcels will be created. Finally, the
proposed lot configuration complies with the 0.5-acre minimum parcel size of the CR
zoning district. Reciprocal access, parking, and utility easements will be recorded to
ensure that the property can be adequately served and developed.
Extended Stay Hotels
Hotels without cooking facilities in their guest rooms are an allowed use in the Commercial
Retail zone. However, a Conditional Use Permit is required for hotels when more than
50% of the guest rooms will contain cooking facilities. The Planning Commission must
make the following findings to approve the Conditional Use Permit:
1) The project is designed consistent with the standards of the Atascadero Municipal
Code and provides amenities consistent with a tourist serving use; and
2) The project is in an area that supports tourist serving activities.
These findings are met and discussed in the attached draft resolution. The project site is
located along El Camino Real directly adjacent to the highway 101 corridor. Amenities
will be shared with the newly remodeled Fairfield Inn fronting El Camino Real. The
property owner will additionally be conditioned to record a deed restriction prohibiting
detailing the nature of the commercial use and prohibiting the use of the hotel guestrooms
as dwelling units.
Building Design
The applicant is proposing a neutral design palette with undulating vertical wall planes
and flat roof at a variety of heights to break up the building mass. The proposal includes
light to medium tan colored elements with stone along a portion of the base for added
texture. The freeway facing elevation (west) is approximately 216 feet in length with a
parking and access aisle located between the building and the freeway. The proposed
plan allows for a minimum of 4.5-feet and a maximum of 35-feet of landscape space
between the freeway and parking area. The site includes an existing grade change that
will result in a 3-story appearance along the south elevation, facing an existing single-
family residence, with a 4-story appearance along all other facades, including Highway
101.
The maximum building height allowed in the CR zone is 35 feet. The proposed hotel
building is 49’-3” at its highest point. Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC) 9-4.113 allows a
height modification to be approved with a Conditional Use Permit, provided that the
Planning Commission finds the following to be true:
1) The project will not result in substantial detrimental effects on the enjoyment and
use of adjoining properties.
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2) The modified height will not exceed the lifesaving equipment capabilities of the Fire
Department.
These findings are met and discussed in the attached draft resolution.
The Design Review Committee (DRC) reviewed the project on August 10, 2023, and
recommended approval of the design with minor recommendations to improve the project
appearance. Their recommendations have been incorporated as conditions of approval
and include utilizing a darker stone veneer for all building facades, making the port
cochere feature on the west elevation more prominent, adding trellis and awning shade
elements to the building facades with a focus on the west elevations, and minor changes
to the landscape plan and plant palette. The DRC also recommended approval of the
height modification.
Access and Parking
The project site will continue to be accessed from El Camino Real via existing driveway
entries. Parking for the hotel complex will be shared across both parcels. A blanket
easement(s) for access, appurtenant amenities, drainage, utilities, and parking will be
established prior to building permit issuance.
The City Municipal Code requires that hotel uses provide off-street parking consistent
with the following standard:
2 Spaces + 1 Space per room + 1 Space of for every 10 rooms
The existing and proposed hotels will have an aggregate of 189 rooms which require a
total of 212 parking spaces. Currently, the project proposes 152 spaces on-site and 38
spaces on the adjacent Colony Business Park development through a proposed shared
parking agreement, for a total of 190 parking spaces.
The Municipal Code allows the Planning Commission to approve a parking modification
allowing parking space quantities below the minimum parking requirement with a
Conditional Use Permit if they find the following to be true:
1) The characteristics of the use or its immediate vicinity do not necessitate the number
of parking spaces, type of design, or improvements required by the standard ratios
listed in the municipal code.
2) The reduced parking will be adequate to accommodate on the site all parking needs
generated by the hotels.
These findings are met and discussed in the attached draft resolution. The applicant
team has also provided statements based on their experience that the parking proposed
is adequate to meet the needs of staff and guests based on standard occupancy rates.
Condition language is included requiring a parking agreement prior to Building Permit
issuance to ensure the availability of these spaces for the life of the project. The parking
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spaces identified for hotel use are directly adjacent to the project site and a pedestrian
path will link the parking stalls to the hotel site.
Landscape
Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC) section 9-4.119 requires a minimum of 10% of the
interior of parking lots to be landscaped. Shade trees are to be provided at approximately
30-foot intervals along parking rows and landscape fingers should be provided at every 8
parking spaces. AMC 9-4.125 requires landscaping in required setbacks and unused
areas. Additionally, the trash enclosure should be screened by landscaping. The code
also requires that street trees be planted along public street frontages. Since the site is
already developed, trees along El Camino Real have already been established.
A preliminary landscape plan is included in the project plans which depicts a heavy use
of nonnative plants with trees concentrated in the areas directly adjacent to the new hotel
building and along parking area that runs parallel the northern property line. A final
landscape plan consistent with City landscaping requirements will be required prior to
Building Permit issuance. Conditions are incorporated to provide an improved plant
palette with native and locally appropriate species, a widened landscape strip along the
southern property line, and additional screening of the trash enclosure. Conditions also
require updated parking lot shade trees throughout the existing developed areas of the
site.
Signage
The proposal includes two wall-mounted signs toward the top of the new building: one
facing the freeway and one facing North. The signs are proposed to be white, single
channel letters, consistent with the proposed muted building tones. Each sign is proposed
at approximately 30 square-feet. There is an existing freeway-oriented pole sign and
monument sign along the El Camino Real frontage. The freeway-oriented sign shall be
relocated as part of this project. Both signs will be modified to include the name of both
hotels. The applicants are also proposing a new monument sign along the El Camino
Real frontage solely for the new Residence Inn. A sign permit will be required in advance
of sign installation.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The project qualifies for a Class 5 and a Class 32 Exemption 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 15332, because it meets all required
conditions to be considered in-fill development.
FINDINGS:
Planning Commission may approve SBDV24-0024 and USE23-0074 subject to the
findings listed below. These findings and the facts to support these findings are included
in the attached resolution.
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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. The proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character of the
immediate neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development.
5. 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.
6. The proposed project is in compliance with any pertinent City policy or criteria
adopted by ordinance or resolution of the City Council.
7. Any additional findings deemed necessary.
Hotels with kitchens in more than 50% of the rooms (AMC Section 9-6.185(c)):
8. The project is designed consistent with the standards of the Atascadero Municipal
Code and provides amenities consistent with a tourist serving use.
9. The project is in an area that supports tourist serving activities.
Height Modification (AMC Section 9-4.113(b).1):
10. The project will not result in substantial detrimental effects on the enjoyment and
use of adjoining properties.
11. That the modified height will not exceed the lifesaving equipment capabilities of
the Fire Department.
Parking Modification (AMC Section 9-4.115(h)):
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12. The characteristics of a use or its immediate vicinity do not necessitate the
number of parking spaces, type of design, or improvements required by this title.
13. The reduced parking will be adequate to accommodate on the site all parking
needs generated by the use.
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.
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
2. Site Photos
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ATTACHMENT 1: Draft Resolution
SBDV24-0022 & USE 23-0072
DRAFT PC RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT
LINE ADJUSTMENT ATAL 24-0003 (SBDV24-0022) AND
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT USE23-0074 TO ALLOW ROOMS WITH
COOKING FACILITIES IN A PROPOSED HOTEL, A HEIGHT
MODIFICATION, AND PARKING MODIFICATION
SKY HOTEL, INC
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real
APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-059
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Sky Hotels, Inc., (309 Prosperity
Blvd., Chowchilla, CA 93610), Applicant and Owner, to consider a Lot Line Adjustment ATAL
24-0003 (SBDV24-0022) and Conditional Use Permit (USE 23-0074) to allow the development
of an extended stay hotel with a height modification and parking modification located at 3600 &
3610 El Camino Real (Assessor Parcel Nos. 041-211-058 & 041-211-059); and
WHEREAS, the site’s General Plan Designation is General Commercial (GC); and
WHEREAS, the site’s Zoning is Commercial Retail (CR); and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has determined the original subject parcels were legally
created, that the parcels resulting from the proposed lot line adjustment will conform to the City’s
zoning ordinance and building regulations, and that the lot line adjustment will not result in a greater
number of parcels; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption consistent with
CEQA section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) and Section 15332 (Infill
Development); 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 Conditional
Use Permit and Lot Line Adjustment 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 Lot Line Adjustment; and
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero, California, takes the following actions:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The Planning Commission finds that the above recitals are true
and correct and are incorporated herein as substantive findings of this Resolution
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a
regular session assembled on February 20, 2024, considered testimony and reports from staff, the
applicants, and the public related to said application.
SECTION 3. CEQA. The Planning Commission finds that the project is Categorically
Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
Section 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations) and Section 15332 (In-fill
Development) exemptions of the CEQA Guidelines and in accordance with the attached Notice of
Exemption dated 02/05/2024.
SECTION 4. Project Findings. The Planning Commission finds as follows:
Conditional Use Permit:
1. The proposed use is consistent with the General Plan.
Fact: The Project is consistent with all applicable General Plan goals and policies. The
project site has a General Commercial land use designation which encourages the
development of tourist serving uses and maximization of underutilized land along the
El Camino Real commercial corridor.
2. The proposed project satisfies all applicable provisions of Title 9 of City of Atascadero
Municipal Code (Zoning Regulations of the City of Atascadero).
Fact: The Project will satisfy all provisions of the Atascadero Municipal Code Title 9
of City of Atascadero Municipal Code. The project site is zoned Commercial Retail
which allows hotel uses with kitchens in over 50% of guestrooms subject to the
approval of a Conditional Use Permit. Height and parking modifications as proposed
in the Project are also permissible subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
The use, as well as the general project location and design appear consistent with
development standards prescribed by the municipal code. Consistency with specific
construction and design standards shall be conditioned and confirmed during the
building permit and inspection processes.
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
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use.
Fact: The Project is not detrimental to the health, safety or welfare of the general public
or persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the use, nor is it detrimental or
injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity of the use.
4. That the proposed project will not be inconsistent with the character or the immediate
neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development.
Fact: The project is consistent character of the immediate neighborhood and aligned
with its orderly development. The properties directly north and south of the project site
along El Camino Real are zoned for Commercial Retail purposes. Commercial uses are
expected to be established, continued, and expanded as development continues
throughout the El Camino Real commercial corridor. The construction of a new hotel
is considered appropriate for both the zone and the project site where an existing hotel
has operated since the 1980s.
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 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: Traffic generated by the Project will not exceed the road capacities of the General
Plan. The General Plan assumes full build out of underutilized commercial properties
on El Camino Real including that of the subject property.
6. The proposed project is in compliance with any pertinent City policy or criteria adopted by
ordinance or resolution of the City Council.
Fact: The project is not subject to any pertinent City policy or criteria adopted by
ordinance or resolution of the City Council which has not otherwise been codified and
incorporated the municipal code.
Hotels with kitchens in more than 50% of the rooms:
7. The project is designed consistent with the standards of the Atascadero Municipal Code
and provides amenities consistent with a tourist serving use.
Fact: Staff has reviewed the project and confirmed that the project, as conditioned, will
be consistent with the standards of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The project will
provide dining areas, a gym, and small market for guests. The existing onsite pool
facilities will be shared with the existing hotel.
8. The project is in an area that supports tourist serving activities.
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Fact: The 3.52-acreproject site is in the commercial retail zone and is already
developed with a hotel and associated amenities. The addition of another hotel building
will be facilitated by the existing access and utility infrastructure on the lot. The
location of the project on the El Camino Real commercial corridor in proximity to
existing and future commercial development (retail and services) is appropriate for a
use defined by its transient/tourist population.
Height Modification
9. The project will not result in substantial detrimental effects on the enjoyment and use of
adjoining properties.
Fact: The project site shares its northern and southern boundaries with two privately
owned properties zoned Commercial Retail. The adjoining property to the north is
developed with a gym and professional office / retail tenant spaces which is considered
a compatible neighboring use for the proposed hotel development. The adjoining
property to the south is presently developed with a Single-family Residence which
considered to be nonconforming and underutilized based on the allowances and
expectations of the zone. Conditions to increase landscaping around the southern
boundary, and development standards to prevent light pollution will ensure ongoing
compatibility with any neighboring uses.
10. That the modified height will not exceed the lifesaving equipment capabilities of the Fire
Department.
Fact: The Atascadero Emergency Fire Department has reviewed the proposed project
and determined that based on building placement including setbacks, location of
turnouts and fire lanes, that the proposed project will not exceed the lifesaving
equipment capabilities of the Department.
Parking Modification
11. The characteristics of a use or its immediate vicinity do not necessitate the number of
parking spaces, type of design, or improvements required by this title.
Fact: The Project does not necessitate the number typically required for the use because
it will be part of a larger hotel complex with shared parking areas sufficient to
adequately serve both hotels assuming standard occupancy rates and high vehicle-
turnovers associated with hotel uses.
12. The reduced parking will be adequate to accommodate on the site all parking needs
generated by the use.
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Fact: The City Municipal Code describes hotels uses as having high lot parking
turnover when accounting for the transient nature of the guests and based on the
assumption that hotels do not generally achieve maximum occupancy. Additionally,
on-street parking is currently available along the project frontage, except for
immediately adjacent to the driveway to main adequate sight distance. Given this
context, the proposed 10% reduction to the parking is not expected to affect the overall
adequacy of availability of off-street parking for the project.
SECTION 3. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on February 20, 2024, resolved to approve a Lot Line Adjustment ATAL 24-
0003 (SBDV24-0022) and a Conditional Use Permit (USE23-0074) subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B: Project Plans
EXHIBIT C: Notice of Exemption
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
_________________________________________
Tori Keen
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
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Exhibit A: Conditions of Approval
USE 23-0074
Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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. Approval of Lot Line Adjustment and Conditional Use
Permit as depicted and described on the attached
exhibits allows for the following development at 3600 &
3610 El Camino Real (APNs 049-211-058 & 049-211-
059):
a. Adjustment to boundaries of Lots 1 and 2 of Parcel
Map AT 85-179 (LLA 2003-0004)
b. A hotel with kitchens in all guestrooms
c. A height adjustment to allow a maximum building
height of 49’-3”
d. A parking modification reducing parking
requirements to a total of 190 off-street parking
space.
The approval of these entitlements project runs with the
land, regardless of the owner.
Ongoing PS
2. The approval of this Conditional 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
3. 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, BS, CE
4. 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
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
5. 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
6. Elevations shall substantially conform with what is shown
in Exhibit B, unless otherwise required by these
conditions of approval.
Ongoing PS
7. The project is approved with a 10% parking reduction to
allow 152 parking spaces on site and 38 parking spaces
off-site on the adjacent Colony Business Park parcel
(APN 049-213-031). A shared parking agreement for the
38 off-site spaces shall be entered into by the Owners of
the project site and the owners of the Colony Business
Park property. The document shall be recorded prior
acceptance of any building or grading permit application.
The document(s) shall be drafted to the satisfaction of
the Community Development Director, and shall include:
a. A description and a depiction of the driveways, isles,
and parking areas in question (including location
and quantity.
b. Provisions for the allowance for vehicular ingress
and egress utilizing the commercial driveways on
the Colony Business Park Parcel.
c. Provisions for allowance for parking for hotel
employees and guests on the 38 shared parking
spaces .
d. Provisions for the allowance for pedestrian access
across the shared property lines with for the Colony
Business Park Parcel.
e. Provisions for installation of any required
improvements and ongoing maintenance of the
areas subject to the agreement, including landscape
features and walkways.
f. A statement that the agreement/easement shall run
with the land regardless of property owners for the
life of the project.
Prior to Building
Permit Application
PS
8. Any private agreements, easements, leases, or other
legal instruments encumbering the subject property
BP PS
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
and/or conflicting with the development of the
proposed hotel, demolition of the existing gym
facilities, or use of shared parking area shall be
formally rescinded, released, terminated, and/or
otherwise rendered null-and-void. This includes any
documents authorizing the ongoing use of the
Kennedy Fitness sports court on the project site and
use of the onsite parking for members or guests of the
Kennedy Fitness center or associated programming.
An updated Preliminary Title Report and a written
confirmation from the project ownership that any such
agreements have been terminated shall be required
prior to building permit issuance.
9. A final landscape and irrigation plan consistent with all
local and State requirements shall be approved by the
City prior to the issuance of building permits. The final
landscape plan shall:
a. Incorporate shade trees into the landscape fingers
and at approximately thirty (30) foot intervals along
parking rows.
b. Include a revised plant palette with a drought
tolerant plant selection that is more appropriate for
the local climate and includes native specimens.
c. Depict a pedestrian walking path connecting the
shared parking area on APN 049-213-031.
d. Freeway adjacent landscaping shall include a
variety of native species including oaks, flannel
bush, and ceanothus, or similar. Landscaping within
the narrow setback shall include native grasses,
including deer grass if not in conflict with the
drainage swale.
e. All landscaping both APNs 049-211-058 & 049-211-
059 shall be restored as necessary to comply with
landscaping requirements of the municipal code.
f. Incorporate any additional screening elements as
required per City Code.
g. The parking stalls along the southern property line
shall be reduced to a minimum 15’ length and the
adjacent landscape strip shall be widened to a
minimum 5’ width to allow for planting of shade
BP PS
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SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
trees. The required changes shall be reflected in the
construction plans prior to Building Permit issuance
10. A landscaped pedestrian connection shall be
constructed between the shared parking area on APN
049-213-031 and the proposed hotel and shall utilize
shielded bollard lighting. The pedestrian connection shall
be depicted and detailed in the construction plans prior
to issuance of building permits.
BP PS
11. A reciprocal blanket easement and maintenance
agreement for the purposes of access, drainage,
parking, utilities, shared site amenities (e.g., landscaping,
trash, mail, etc.), and related maintenance shall be
drafted to the satisfaction of the Community
Development Director. The easement shall be recorded
with the County prior to the issuance of Building Permits.
BP PS
12. The applicant shall provide construction plans detailing
the location and style of all exterior lighting prior to
issuance of building permits. Site lighting shall be
shielded, directional, and dark sky compliant. Shielded
bollard and/or low level in-ground safety lighting shall be
permitted along pedestrian pathways. Parking lot lighting
shall include a minimum 2-inch lens shield or the lens
shall be recessed a minimum of 2-inches into the light
housing. Parking lot lighting shall have a maximum
height of 12’ and shall be dimmable and on motion
sensors with lighting dimmed except when activated
between the hours of 10pm and 7am.
BP PS
13. Revised architectural plans architectural plans and a
color and materials board shall be approved prior to the
issuance of building permits. The revised the
architectural plans and materials board shall include the
following changes:
a. The neutral stone veneer shall be replaced with
brick or darker stone veneer.
b. A more prominent port cochere shall be
incorporated on the western façade.
c. Contemporary style awnings and trellis elements
shall be incorporated above windows at key
projecting vertical façade planes with a focus on the
western façade.
BP PS
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
d. Site retaining walls shall be constructed of dark
color textured block or similar where visible from the
highway.
14. A deed notification shall be recorded against the
property detailing the commercial nature of the
property specifying that the property musty be used for
short-term stays only and is subject to TOT, unless
otherwise approved by the city, prior to the issuance of
building permits. The notification shall be in a form
approved by the Community Development Director.
BP PS
15. The project shall comply with all provisions of the
Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance prior to issuance of
Building Permits. An arborist report detailing the species,
size (DBH), and disposition of all trees within 20’ of the
construction site and outlining appropriate tree protection
measures. Tree protection measures shall be depicted
construction documents. All tree removals shall be
mitigated consistent with the requirements of the
Atascadero Municipal Code. Any required mitigation fees
shall be paid prior to permit issuance. Proposed tree
replacements shall be accounted for in the final
landscape and irrigation plan.
BP PS
16. All frontage or and on-site trees shall be maintained in a
manner that allows the tree to grow to its full natural
height and natural canopy. No growth suppressants shall
be permitted that result in stunting or modifying the
natural growth pattern of the tree. Should such trees be
maintained contrary to this condition, the owner shall be
responsible for replacement.
Ongoing PS
17. All trash enclosures shall be constructed of dark color
split face block or similar, or shall incorporate materials
and colors to match the proposed architectural style of
the hotel building, and shall include high quality solid
metal doors. Enclosures shall be designed in
accordance with Cal Green requirements.
BP PS
18. Prior to permit issuance, the applicant shall provide a
letter from Wast Management indicating that they are
able to service the trash enclosure at the proposed
location.
BP PS
19. The site shall be maintained in and kept clear of any
debris or storage including construction debris, unless
part of an active, approved construction permit. All
Ongoing BS, PS
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
finishes shall be repaired or replaced as needed to
maintain a high quality commercial / resort
development. Any dead or non-thriving landscaping
shall be immediately replaced. All landscaping required
for screening of any use, structure, or utility /mechanical
equipment shall be maintained at a height and density
to achieve maximum screening while appearing
groomed and orderly.
20. All existing and/or new roof appurtenances such as air-
conditioning units, grease hoods, etc. shall be screened
from public view. The screening shall be architecturally
integrated with the building design and constructed of
compatible materials to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director or his designee.
BP PS
Public Works Conditions
21. The Lot Line Adjustment shall be recorded with the
County prior to issuance of Building Permits. Each lot
shall be served with separate services for water, sewer,
gas, power, telephone and cable TV. Utility laterals shall
be located and constructed to each lot in accordance
with City Standards and Standard Specifications and
applicable codes, in easements as necessary.
BP CE
22. A final Stormwater Control Plan (SWCP) form and
supplemental report, and any supporting drainage
calculations and reports, shall be approved by the City
Engineer prior to issuance of any building permit, in
accordance with the State Post Construction Stormwater
regulations (Regional Water Quality Control Board Res.
No. R3-2013-0032) and City Standards and
Specifications for Stormwater and flood control (Section
5). Prior to a final inspection of any permit, the following
City Stormwater documentsall pertinent documentation
shall be completed and approved by the City Engineer.
(Email publicworks@atascadero.org for templates):
A. ATAS - SWP-1001_Engineer Certification Form
B. ATAS - SWP-1003_OwnerAgentInfo
C. ATAS - SWP-1007_Exhibit_B_Instructions_SCM
FORM
BP CE
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
D. ATAS - SWP-1008_Stormwater System Plans and
Manuals
E. ATAS - SWP-2002 Stormwater O&M Process and
Form Instructions
F. ATAS - SWP-3001_Stormwater System
O&M_Agreement
G. Any other stormwater documents required by the
Water Board or State of California.
23. At time of building permit application, a Storm Water
Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is required prior to
any ground disturbing activities greater than 1 acre. The
Waste Discharger Identification (WDID) number provided
upon acceptance of the SWPPP into the State’s
SMARTS system registration shall be noted on the Title
Sheet of the relevant project plans. A project Qualified
Stormwater Professional (QSP) shall coordinate with the
City Inspector for State mandated storm water
inspections and shall provide verification of QSP
inspections, monitoring, SWPPP modifications and
actions throughout project.
BP CE
24. Applicant shall install update frontage improvements for
this project to the satisfaction of City Engineer and
according to Municipal Code requirements. Existing site
driveways do not include accessible pathways, new
commercial driveways shall be installed per SLO County
Standard B-3a. Note that a separate encroachment
permit is required for any work in City right of way.
BP CE
25. Sewer capacity charges/fees will be applied to building
permit at issuance. BP CE
Fire Conditions
26. All required fire backflow devices must be integrated into
the site or building design, are prohibited in any public
right-of-way, and must also be always accessible to Fire
Department and Water Company personnel.
27. Fire department connections shall be installed in
accordance with all applicable provisions of the NFPA
and California Fire Code
BP FD
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
Sky Hotel, Inc. Lot Line Adjustment & Hotel
SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074
3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APN 041-211-058 & 041-211-
059)
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
Standard Conditions
28. The applicant shall be responsible for the relocation
and/or alteration of existing utilities.
BP CE, BS
29. The applicant shall install all new utilities (water, gas,
electric, cable TV and telephone) underground. Utilities
shall be extended to the property line frontage of each lot
or its public utility easement.
FI BS, CE
30. The applicant shall pay all applicable Development
Impact Fees and fees associated with connection to City
utilities prior to issuance of Building Permits.
BP BS, CE, WW
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Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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Exhibit B: Project Plans
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Exhibit C: Notice of Exemption
SBDV24-0022 & USE 23-0074
Notice of Exemption
To: Office of Planning & Research
P.O. Box 3044, Room 113
Sacramento, CA 95812-3044
County Clerk
County of San Luis Obispo
1055 Monterey St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
From: City of Atascadero
6500 Palma Ave.
Atascadero, CA 9342
Project Title: Sky Hotels, Inc Lot Line Adjustment and Hotel (SBDV24-0022 & USE23-0074)
Project Applicant: Sky Hotels, Inc, 309 Prosperity Blvd., Chowchilla, CA 93610
Project Location – Specific: 3600 & 3610 El Camino Real (APNs 049-211-058 and 049-211-059)
Project Location – City: Atascadero Project Location – County: San Luis Obispo
Description of Nature Purpose, and Beneficiaries of Project: The Project is a Lot Line
Adjustment and a Conditional Use Permit to allow the development of hotel with cooking facilities in all
rooms. The approval will include a height waiver to allow a maximum building height 49’-3” and parking
modification to allow a parking reduction of approximately 10% for a total of 190 parking spaces.
Name of Public Agency Approving Project: City of Atascadero
Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: Sky Hotels, Inc. (ATT: Nick Patel)
Exempt Status (check one):
☐ Ministerial (Sec. 21080(b)(1); 15268)
☐ Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a))
☐ Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c))
☒ Categorical Exemption. Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations (§15305) & Infill Development
(§15332)
☐ Statutory Exemptions. State code number:
Reasons why project is exempt: The Project qualifies for a Class 32 categorical exemption because
it is consistent with description of infill development as written in in Section 150332 of the CEQA Guidelines.
The associated criteria below followed by a brief discussion.
a. The project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general
plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations.
Discussion: The property is zone Commercial Retail. The Commercial retail zone allows
hotels with a conditional use permit when more than 50% of the guest rooms will contain
cooking facilities. As described in the Planning Commission Staff Report dated 02/20/2024
and incorporated herein by reference, the project is consistent with all applicable provisions
of the local zoning code and general plan.
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b. The proposed development occurs within city limits on a project site of no more than five acres
substantially surrounded by urban uses.
Discussion: The project site is a 3.52-acre and developed lot within City limits that will and
is surrounded by urban uses, including a commercial park, residential development, and
Highway 101.
c. The project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species.
Discussion: The Project will be developed site with minimal apparent habitat value. Based
on the City’s Geoinformation System and available online data, the property is not listed as
habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species.
d. Approval of the project would not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality,
or water quality.
Discussion: No foreseeable significant effects are expected to occur related to special
status species, traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality. The property is located on the
City’s largest commercial corridor where continued development of intensive commercial
land uses has been anticipated and analyzed under the Atascadero General Plan. The
project is consistent with the General Plan. Any effects relative to traffic, noise, air quality,
or water quality would have been previously analyzed and accounted for. Notably, Hotels
are typically allowed with a ministerial zoning clearance in the CR zone. The proposed
Conditional Use Permit is triggered due to the inclusion of kitchens in over 50% of the hotel
room rather than a difference in the intensity of the use.
e. The site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services.
Discussion: The project site is currently developed with an existing hotel that is served by
public and water, PG&E, the Gas Company, and local emergency services. The extension
of required utilities and associated infrastructure is expected to be feasible based on the
preliminary plans included in the approval of the project.
The associated lot line adjustment and height and parking modification additionally qualify for a Class 5
categorical exemption because they the project site parcel with an average slope less than 20% and the
proposed lot line adjustment and modifications do not result in changes to land use designations or density.
Lead Agency Contact Person: Erick Gomez Phone Number: (805) 470-3446
If filed by applicant:
1. Attach certified document of exemption finding.
2. Has a Notice of Exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? ☐ Yes ☐ No
Signature: Date: 02/04/2024 Title: Planner
☒ Signed by Lead Agency ☐ Signed by Applicant
Authority cited: Sections 21083 and 21110, Public Resources Code. Date Received filing at OPR:
Reference: Sections 21108, 21152, and 21152.1, Public Resources Code.
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ATTACHMENT 2: Site Photos
SBDV24-0022 & USE 23-0072
Figure 1. Aerial view of Project Site with subject Assessor Parcels lines shown
in red.
Figure 2. Eastern view of Project Site from El Camino Real (East). Existing
hotel in the foreground.
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Figure 3. Eastern view of existing meeting hall to be demolished.
Figure 4. Western view of tennis courts to be demolished. Existing hotel and meeting hall
in the background.
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Figure 5. Northwest view of meeting hall to be demolished. Existing freeway-oriented
pole sign in the foreground
Figure 6. Southeast view of meeting hall to be demolished.
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