HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 12-16-03CITY OFATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Regular Meeting
December 16, 2003 — 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Fonzi called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. and Commissioner Jones led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Bentz, Beraud, Jones, O'Keefe, Porter, Vice Chairperson Kelley
and Chairperson Fonzi
Absent: None
Staff: Community Development Director Warren Frace, Planning Services Manager
Steve McHarris, Associate Planner Kelly Gleason, Associate Planner Kerry
Margason, Civil Engineer Jeff van den Eikhof and Recording Secretary Grace
Pucci.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Jones and seconded by Commissioner Porter to approve the
agenda.
AYES: Commissioners Jones, Porter, Bentz, Beraud, O'Keefe, Kelley and Chairperson
Fonzi
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 7.0 by a roll -call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ON DECEMBER 2, 2003.
2. APPROVAL OF THE 2004 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE
MOTION: By Commissioner Bentz and seconded by Commissioner Jones to approve the
Consent Calendar.
AYES: Commissioners Bentz, Jones, Beraud, Porter, O'Keefe, Kelley and Chairperson
Fonzi
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 7: 0 by a roll -call vote.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
3. TREE REMOVAL PERMIT 2003-0036,2135 SAN FERNANDO ROAD
Request to amend Tree Removal Permit 2003-0036 to allow for the removal of 2
additional native oak trees, in conjunction with the development of a 4,000 square foot
single-family home located at 2135 San Fernando Rd.
Staff recommends:
The Planning Commission adopt Resolution PC 2003-0120 to approve the request to
amend Tree Removal Permit 2003-0036 to remove two additional native oak trees subject
to the guidelines and mitigation required by the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance, and
subject to project conditions.
Associate Planner Kelly Gleason provided the staff report and answered questions of the
Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
George Molina, 5000 Marchant, urged the Planning Commission to forward a recommendation
to the City Council to make the process for tree removal more user friendly and less costly.
Chairperson Fonzi closed the Public Comment period.
Commissioner Beraud asked staff to address the tree removal issues raised during the Public
Comment period. Community Development Director Warren Frace explained the process for
this tree removal and discussed the way in which the Tree Ordinance could be revised.
MOTION: By Commissioner Porter and seconded by Vice Chairperson Kelley to adopt
Resolution PC 2003-0120 to approve the request to amend Tree Removal Permit
2003-0036 to remove two additional native oak trees subject to the guidelines and
mitigation required by the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance, and subject to
project conditions.
AYES: Commissioners Porter, Jones, Beraud, Bentz, Kelley and Chairperson Fonzi
NOES: Commissioner O'Keefe
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 6:1 by a roll -call vote.
Commissioner O'Keefe stated she voted no because the applicant did not meet the findings for
tree removal; that the applicant must submit practical design alternatives and provide cost
comparisons. When she checked the record this information was not on file.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3.
4. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 2003-0051, 3600 MARICOPA ROAD
Applicant:
Ron Shores, 6700 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422; 466-2767
Owner:
Richard F. Radke c/o Applicant
Project Title:
Tentative Parcel Map 2003-0051 (AT 03-0262)
Project
3600 Maricopa Road, Atascadero, 93422; San Luis Obispo County
Location:
APN 054-041-012
Project
A proposed subdivision of an existing 5.28 -acre lot into two individual parcels of 2.51 acres and
Description:
2.77 acres, gross. The site is currently developed with a single-family residence, which will be
confined to one lot to allow for future development of the new lot. The parcel is slight to
moderately sloped and contains several native oak trees. The property will be served by onsite
septic and water is available from Atascadero Mutual Water Company.
General Plan Designation: Rural Estate (RE)
Zoning District: Residential Suburban (RS)
Proposed
Based on the initial study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is proposed.
Environmental
The proposed Negative Declaration is available for public review from 11/17/03 through 12/7/03
Determination:
at 6500 Palma Avenue, Community Development Department, Room 104, from 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Planning Services Manager Steve McHarris provided the staff report and answered questions of
the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ken Wilson, representing Ron Shores, applicant, addressed issues raised by the Commission and
requested a reduction of the width of the flag portion driveway from 20 feet to 12 feet as it
currently exists. Mr. Wilson answered questions of the Commission.
Chairperson Fond closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Kelley and seconded by Commissioner Jones to adopt
Resolution No. PC 2003-0118, certifying the proposed Mitigated Negative
Declaration 2003-0050 and approving Tentative Parcel Map 2003-0051, a request
to subdivide two parcels totaling 5.28 acres into two parcels of 2.51 and 2.57
acres, gross, based on findings and subject to conditions with the following
modifications:
1. The overlay on Maricopa will only go to the center of the road, and
2. Of the 24 -foot easement going to the rear lot, 16 feet of that is to be paved.
AYES: Commissioners Jones, Beraud, Porter, Bentz, O'Keefe, Kelley and Chairperson
Fonzi
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 7.0 by a roll -call vote.
Commissioner O'Keefe asked the record to reflect that she would have liked to follow the City
Engineer's requirements with regard to the overlay, but as it is a very reasonable lot split, she is
voting yes.
5. RAB 2002-0009/TPM 2002-0028: CHALK MOUNTAIN CELL SITE PARCEL
Applicant:
Michael Frederick, P.O. Box 573, Atascadero, CA 93423; 466-5060
Project Title:
Tentative Parcel Map 2002-0028 (AT01-0091), Road Abandonment 2002-0009
Project Location:
South side of Vista Bonita, North of El Bordo Avenue, East of El Camino Real
Project
A proposed subdivision of one existing lot, totaling 4.33 acres (gross) into two lots of 1.87,
Description:
and 2.46 acres. Proposed parcel 1 is currently developed with cellular facilities. Proposed
parcel 2 would be available for single-family residential development, however development
is not proposed with this application. The proposed new parcels will receive water service
from the Atascadero Mutual Water Company and will connect to the City's sewer facilities.
General Plan Designation: SFR -Z (Single Family Residential, 1.5 to 2.5 acre minimum)
Zoning District: RSF-Z (Residential Single Family, 1.5 to 2.5 acre minimum)
Proposed
Based on the initial study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is
Environmental
proposed. The proposed Negative Declaration is available for public review from 12/03/03
Determination
through 12/24/03 at 6500 Palma Avenue, Community Development Department, Room 104,
from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Community Development Director Warren Frace provided the staff report and answered
questions of the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Ken Wilson, applicant's representative, questioned the request for the sewer as they had planned
to use a septic system. He stated that the applicant has no objection to a restriction for no
buildings to be placed on Parcel 1, however, if and when the cell site facilities are removed, he
would like to be allowed to apply for a building permit for the site.
Michael Frederick, applicant, stated that in order to hook up to sewer, there must be, by state
law, a ten -foot separation from sewer to a water main, and the water company has two large
water mains going down the main road making it impossible to get a ten -foot separation. Perk
tests on done on the site were very good. Mr. Frederick reiterated that he would like to be able to
apply for a building permit for the site if the cell facilities are removed.
Chairperson Fond closed the Public Comment period.
There was Commission discussion regarding sewer versus septic for this site, future grading for
the parcel containing the cell facilities and the height and colors for the proposed home(s).
Director Frace clarified that staff has never looked at the cell site for a house; there are issues
with septic, grading, fire department requirements, etc. He suggested if the Commission chooses
to allow this site for future residential development, they should refer it back to staff for a
preliminary layout with proper conditions.
Michael Frederick stated that if the open space easement covers the entire area of Parcel 1, he
feels the City would in essence be taking that parcel away from him. He would like to send this
item back to staff if the entire parcel will be taken away in the future.
MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Kelley and seconded by Commissioner Bentz to adopt
Resolution No. PC 2003-0121 recommending the City Council certify the
proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration 2003-0066 and approve Tentative
Parcel Map 2002-0028 (AT 01-091), a request to subdivide one parcel totaling
4.33 acres, gross, into two parcels of 1.87 and 2.46 acres gross, based on findings
and subject to conditions; and, adopt Resolution No. PC 2003-0122
recommending the City Council approve a request to abandon Vista Bonita from
its intersection with El Bordo Avenue to its westerly terminus, and modifying the
conditions as follows:
1. Condition No. 8: All future deye ,.r, efA f both par -eels sha4l eefineet to t
GiWs wastewater- . Septic systems to be allowed on these parcels due
to the fact they have an excellent perk rate.
2. Parcel 1 be retained as a residential building lot and any future grading on that
lot to be restricted to within the footprint of the proposed residence, with the
approval of the Atascadero Building Department.
AYES: Commissioners Bentz, Jones, Porter and Kelley
NOES: Commissioners O'Keefe, Beraud and Chairperson Fonzi
ABSTAIN: None
Motion passed 4:3 by a roll -call vote.
Commissioner O'Keefe asked that the record reflect she is voting no because she does not think
the Commission should create entitlements if all the impacts haven't been analyzed.
Commissioner Beraud stated that she is voting no because she thinks further study would have
been wise and she does not believe Parcel 1 can be built safely without further grading, to which
she is opposed.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS & REPORTS
There was Commission discussion regarding agendizing review of the Atascadero Native Tree
Ordinance. There was Commission consensus to proceed with agendizing this item.
Director Frace stated this item would likely be placed on the January 20, 2004 Planning
Commission agenda.
Chairperson Fonzi asked about the safety issue of the intersection at El Camino Real and Santa
Rosa raised at the last Commission meeting. Director Frace stated he would discuss this issue
with the City Engineer and indicate that the Commission would like to receive a report on the
topic.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Community Development Director Frace stated that copies of the Appearance Review Manual
have been included in the staff report package. He asked the Commission to review the
document, as it needs to be updated. Director Frace provided an update on the stop sign for the
apartment complex on San Diego Road and reviewed the next Commission agenda.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Fonzi adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled meeting of
the Planning Commission on January 6, 2004.
MEETING RECORDED AND MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Grace Pucci, Recording Secretary
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