HomeMy WebLinkAbout PC Minutes 04-04-00CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Regular Meeting
April 4, 2000 — 7:00 P.M.
City of Atascadero
6500 Palma Avenue — 4t" Floor — Atascadero, CA
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Carden called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and Commissioner Fonzi led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi,
and Kelley
Absent: Commissioner Jeanes
Others Present: None
Staff Present: Community Development Director Paul Saldaiia, Principal Planner
Warren Frace, Assistant Planner Jamie Heltsley, Assistant Planner
Phil Dunsmore, Recording Secretary Pat Hicks
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Approval of minutes of the regular Planning Commissioner meeting of March 7,
2000.
2. Approval of minutes of the regular Planning Commission meeting of March 21,
2000.
3. Approval of minutes of special Planning Commission/City Council meeting of
February 29, 2000.
4. Consideration of a one-year time extension for approved Tentative Tract
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Map #21-89
Staff Recommends: Adopt Resolution PC 2000-023 thereby approving a one-year
extension of TTM #21089 in compliance with Section 9-2.118 of the Zoning
Ordinance and Section 11-4.23 (a) of the Subdivision Ordinance extending the
entitlement to April 9, 2001.
MOTION: By Commissioner Bentz and seconded by Commissioner Eddings to
approve the Consent Calendar.
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi, and
Kelley
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioners Bentz and Fonzi abstained from Item #1.
Motion passed 6: 0 by a roll -call vote.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. Continuance: Zoning Change 99007 and Tentative Parcel Map 99010
This item was continued from the March 21, 2000, Planning Commission Hearing and
consists of a proposed rezone to Planned Development Overlay Zone PD -7 and 4 -lot
Tentative Parcel Map to permit the construction of 4 detached, single family homes of
1450 ± square feet with an affordable housing density bonus to allow two bedrooms. The
project is located at the northwest corner of Robles Avenue and Sombrilla Avenue on a
vacant lot within an established neighborhood of single family and multi -family housing.
The General Plan Designation is Low Density Multi -family (LDMF) and the Zoning
District is RMF -10. The project is consistent with the maximum density permitted by the
General Plan. The Planning Commission may recommend other development standards
or regulations consistent with the purpose and intent of the General Plan or applicable
City policy.
PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: PROPOSED NEGATIVE
DECLARATION: Based on the initial study prepared for the proposed project, a
Negative Declaration is proposed for the project. The Community Development
Department has determined that not significant environmental impact would result from
the approval of this project.
Staff Recommends:
1. Adopt Resolution PC 2000-018 recommending that the City Council certify the
proposed Negative Declaration; and,
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2. Adopt Resolution PC 2000-019 recommending that the City Council introduce an
ordinance for first reading to approve Zone Change 99007; and,
3. Adopt Resolution PC 2000-020, recommending that the City Council approve the
Master Plan of Development (CUP 99022) subject to Conditions of Approval; and,
4. Adopt Resolution PC 2000-021, recommending the City Council approve Tentative
Parcel Map 99010 subject to Conditions of Approval.
Principal Planner Warren Frace gave the staff report and answered questions of the
Commission.
Vice Chairman Clark asked for clarification on the selling price of the units.
Commissioner Bentz stated that one page 24 "1 bedroom" should be "2 bedrooms."
Commissioner Fonzi asked for an explanation on how the rent price will be regulated.
Commissioner Kelley asked if the regulation runs with the property and where the 15 -
year requirement came from.
Mr. Frace replied that the City Attorney determined the number of years based on past
experience.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no Public Comment.
Chairman Carden closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Fonzi and seconded by Commissioner Eddings
to Adopt Resolution PC 2000-018 recommending that the City
Council certify the proposed Negative Declaration; and, Adopt
Resolution PC 2000-019 recommending that the City Council
introduce an ordinance for first reading to approve Zone
Change99007; and, Adopt Resolution PC 2000-020,
recommending that the City Council approve the Master Plan of
Development (CUP99022) subject to Conditions of Approval; and,
Adopt Resolution PC 2000-021, recommending the City Council
approve Tentative Parcel Map 99010 subject to Conditions of
Approval, and amending condition #4 to require the deed
restriction for a period of 15 -years."
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi,
and Kelley
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote.
6. Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit 99002: Central Coast Auto, 6000
San Palo (Gary Gramspacher)
The applicant has requested reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit 99002 to allow
the addition of a 14,000 square foot auto sales lot area north of the approved auto sales
lot. The new project area, which includes the 14,000 square foot sales lot, lighting and
drainage, is already developed on a .5 acre site with a General Plan designation of Tourist
Commercial and a Zoning District of Commercial Tourist (CT) (APN 049-222-046). The
original Use Permit was approved by the City Council on May 25, 1999.
PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: CATEGORICAL
EXEMPTION CLASS 3: Section (15303): construction of new small facilities or
structures, not involving the use of significant amounts of hazardous substances, desi _ng, ed
for an occupant load of 20 persons or fewer.
Staff Recommends: Adopt Resolution PC 2000-025 thereby adopting the proposed
Class 3 Categorical Exemption and approving the amendment of CUP 99002
subject to the finding, exhibits, and conditions.
Assistant Planner Phil Dunsmore provided the staff report.
Commissioner Fonzi asked how it became a sales lot with out having a permit.
Mr. Dunsmore responded that it was done without staff's knowledge.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no Public Comment.
Chairman Carden closed the Public Comment period.
Vice Chairman Clark stated that is was very disconcerting that improvements were done
without a permit while other applicants have to wait for approval.
Mr. Dunsmore responded that the drainage was done without a permit. He clarified that
the purpose of a hearing is to make sure drainage is adequate and landscape is provided.
Mr. Frace explained that when staff became aware of the situation they began working
with the applicant to bring the project to conformance.
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Commissioner Fonzi and Vice Chairman Clark agreed that it would be granting special
privilege to approve this request after the fact.
Chairman Carden and Commissioner Eddings commented that the project was not a big
project and it fits in with the Zoning for that particular land use.
Commissioner Bentz stated that the applicant would have sixty (60) days to come into
conformance if the request is granted.
MOTION: By Commissioner Eddings and seconded by Commissioner Bentz to adopt
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz Eddings, and Kelley
NOES: Vice Chairman Clark and Commissioner Fonzi
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 4:2 by a roll -call vote.
7. Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit 99014: Mid Town Mini Storage,
9200 El Camino Real
The applicant, Duane DeBlauw, (411 El Camino Real, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) has
requested reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit 99014 to allow the mini -storage
warehouse use to be expanded from 27,000 ± to 41, 500 ± square feet by adding a second
story unit. The office and caretakers' residences are proposed to the expanded from
1040± to 1550 ± square feet. The project will have two driveway access points on El
Camino Real with automatic security gates. The project is proposed on a 1.28 ± site with
a General Plan Designation of Service Commercial and a Zoning District of Commercial
Service (APN 056-061-024, 025, 026). The original use permit was approved by the
Planning Commission on November 2, 1999.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Mitigated Negative Declaration: A Mitigated
Negative Declaration was certified for the original use permit. Staff has determined that
the proposed project changes will not result in any new impacts that were not analyzed in
the original Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Staff Recommends: Adopt Resolution PC 2000-026 thereby finding the proposed
project reconsideration consistent with the original Mitigated Negative
Declaration approving the amendment of Conditional Use Permit 99014 subject
to the findings, exhibits, and conditions as attached.
Principal Planner Warren Frace provided the staff report.
Commissioner Kelley expressed concern for the appearance of the building from the
freeway.
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Mr. Frace responded that the view would be minimized by the landscape and enhanced
by architectural details.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Duane DeBlauw, applicant, explained project changes to the Commission.
Commissioner Fonzi asked the applicant about the elevator changes.
Mr. DeBlauw stated that the elevator is now on the side where it will be less visible.
Chairman Carden closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Kelley and seconded by Commissioner Eddings to
Adopt Resolution PC 2000-026 thereby finding the proposed project
reconsideration consistent with the original Mitigated Negative
Declaration approving the amendment of Conditional Use Permit 99014
subject to the findings, exhibits, and conditions as attached.
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi, and
Kelley
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote.
8. Conditional Use Permit 2000-0001: Frog Pond Mountain Winery, 13400 Old
Morro Road
The proposed project is a request to allow the production of wine for commercial
purposes on a residential lot located at 13400 Old Morro Road. The project does not
involve the on-site sale or tasting of wine. The project site has a General Plan
Designation of SSF (Suburban Single Family) and a Zoning District of RS (Residential
Suburban). The proposed use is a conditionally allowed use in the Residential Suburban
Zone (APN 055-321-008, APN 055-331-013).
PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Categorical Exemption Class 1:
The project is consistent with the Class 1 Categorical Exemption per section 15301 of the
CEQA Guidelines. The Class 1 exemption pertains to the operation of existing structures
and facilities involving negligible or not expansion of the existing use.
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Staff Recommends: Adopt Resolution PC 2000-013 approving Conditional Use
Permit #2000-001, conditionally allowing the production of wine for commercial
purposes at 13400 Old Morro Road and find the project exempt from California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under the Class 1 Categorical Exemption for
the operation of existing facilities that involves negligible or not expansion of the
existing uses.
Assistant Planner Jamie Heltsley gave the staff report.
Vice Chairman Clark asked what type of waste would be in the water.
Ms. Heltsley replied that waste would consist of water and organic compounds without
chemicals.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Tim Woodle of Pults and Associates, applicant's representative, explained that water
usage would have a minimal impact.
George Palmer, applicant, explained that the winery has been a hobby for him in the past,
and he has had no complaints.
Rosemary Anderson, 13600 Old Morro Road expressed concern with the issue of water
supply.
Larry Hersh, 11800 Old Morro Road, stated that he is opposed to the project, and
questioned the drainage of dregs. He also stated that the project is in conflict with the
Zoning Ordinance and General Plan.
Constance Sole, 13010 Old Morro Road, expressed concern with wear and tear on the
public road.
Peter Russell, 12200 Old Morro Road, stated that he was in favor of the project.
Edward English, 13750 Old Morro Road, expressed opposition to the project and asked
who will monitor maximum use of the area.
Chairman Carden closed the Public Comment period
Mr. Woodle responded by clarifying some of the public's issues.
Commissioner Fonzi asked what water the project would use.
Mr. Woodle replied that, primarily, City water would be used.
Vice Chairman Clark asked what it done with the dregs.
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Mr. Woodle explained that dregs are used as a compost.
MOTION. • Vice Chairman Clark and seconded by Commissioner Eddings to Adopt
Resolution PC 2000-013 approving Conditional Use Permit #2000-001,
conditionally allowing the production of wine for commercial purposes at
13400 Old Morro Road and find the project exempt from California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under the Class 1 Categorical
Exemption for the operation of existing facilities that involves negligible
or not expansion of the existing uses.
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi, and
Kelley
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
9. Referral 2000-0001: San Luis Obispo County Office of Education School Site
Acquisition Recommendation
A request from the San Luis Obispo County office of Education for a Commission
recommendation concerning the acquisition of a piece of property for the construction of
a community school located at 10801 El Camino Real. The request has been made in
accordance with section 21151.2 of the Public Resources Code requiring school districts
to consult with a Planning Commission prior to the purchase of a school site.
Staff Recommends: Adoption of Resolution PC 2000-024 thereby determining that
the construction of a community school at 10801 El Camino Real is consistent
with the City's General Plan.
Assistant Planner Jamie Heltsley gave the staff report.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no Public Comment.
Chairman Carden closed the Public Comment period.
Commissioner Kelley stated that the proposed project is not the best use of the land, and
suggested maybe zoning it as high-density, multi -family.
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Vice Chairman Clark and Commissioner Eddings agreed with Commissioner Kelley.
MOTION: Commissioner Kelley and seconded by Commissioner
Bentz to Adoption of Resolution PC 2000-024 thereby determining that
the construction of a community school at 10801 El Camino Real is
consistent with the City's General Plan, with the following amendments:
1) Amend draft ordinance to read: "Now, therefore, be it resolved that the
Planning Commission finds as follows: The proposed project is
consistent with the land use designation of the General Plan; however,
the Planning Commission finds that a residential use would be a higher
and better use of the site."
2) Amend Condition #2 to read: "...circulation and parking impacts of
the proposed use should be evaluated."
3) Add Condition #4 to read: "No modular building to be added at this
site."
AYES: Chairman Carden, Commissioners Bentz, Clark, Eddings, Fonzi, and
Kelley
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll -call vote.
Other Staff'Reports
Community Development and Economic Director Paul Saldana talked about the Main
Street Conference that Commissioner Jeanes is currently attending.
Mr. Saldana announced that there will be a newsletter educating the public on the
General Plan Update.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS & REPORTS
None
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Carden adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. in memory of former Planning
Commissioner William Zimmerman to the next regular session on April 18, 2000, at 7:00
p.m.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Melanie Whaley, Deputy City Clerk