HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 06-15-04CITY OFATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
June 15, 2004 — 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Kelley called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and Commissioner Fonzi
led the Pledge of Allegiance
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Fonzi, O'Keefe, Porter, Jones and Chairperson
Kelley
Absent: Commissioners Beraud and Peterson
Staff Present: Community Development Director Warren Frace, Public Works
Director Steve Kahn, Deputy Community Development Director
Steve McHarris, Associate Planner Kelly Gleason, Assistant
Planner Lisa Wilkinson, and Recording Secretary Grace Pucci.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner O'Keefe and seconded by Vice Chairperson
Jones to approve the agenda.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ON JUNE 1, 2004.
MOTION: By Commissioner Fonzi and seconded by Commissioner
O'Keefe to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 4:0 by a roll -call vote. (Porter abstained)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Conditional Use Permit 2004-0125, 14595 EI Monte Water Tank
Applicant:
Atascadero Mutual Water Company, 5005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Phone: 466-2428
Project Title:
CUP 2004-0125, New Water Storage Tank
Project
14595 El Monte Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
Location:
(San Luis Obispo County) APN 050-361-005
Project
The proposed project consists of a new water storage tank on a vacant lot. The site contains
Description:
several native oak trees and native vegetation. No native trees are to be removed; however,
seven oak trees will be impacted. Onsite grading will require approximately 701 cubic yards
of cut and 644 cubic yards of fill. The lot contains a shared access easement from El Monte
Road. General Plan Designation: RS Zoning District: SE
Environmental
Begins: May 20, 2004
Review Dates:
Ends: June 8, 2004
Proposed
Based on the initial study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is
Environmental
proposed. The proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review from
Determination:
5/20/04 through 6/08/04 at 6905 El Camino Real #6, Community Development Department,
from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Vice Chairperson Jones stepped down from consideration of this item, as he serves on
the Board of the Atascadero Mutual Water Company.
Assistant Planner Lisa Wilkinson provided the staff report and answered questions of
the Commission. An addendum to Resolution PC 2004-0069 was distributed to the
Commission. (Exhibit A)
John Neil, Atascadero Mutual Water Company, explained why the storage tank was
necessary.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Patrick Martin stated he owns property adjacent to the site and is not in favor of granting
the easement across his site because the requests he has made of the Water Company
have not been accommodated. He reviewed his concerns for the Commission.
Karen Vaughn indicated she owns property contiguous to the Water Company's lot. She
stated her concerns with this project and asked several questions to help her better
understand the project.
Chairperson Kelley closed the Public Comment period.
John Neil addressed questions raised during the Public Comment period.
Commissioner O'Keefe expressed several concerns including late receipt of letters not
included in the report packet and confusion on access to the property.
Chairperson Kelley stated the project is conceptual at this point and suggested the
issues raised tonight be addressed and the project brought back at a later date.
There was Commission discussion regarding issues for this project on which additional
work should be done.
MOTION: By Commissioner Fonzi and seconded by Chairperson Kelley
to continue this item to a date certain of July 6, 2004 and that
the following items be addressed: 1) landscaping, 2) entry
road alignment and easement change, 3) placement and ability
to put in a gate, 4) location of fire hydrant, 5) water pressure
drop for adjacent neighbors, 6) review of retaining walls, and
7) review of drainage.
Motion passed 3:1 by a roll -call vote. (O'Keefe opposed)
Vice Chairperson Jones rejoined the hearing.
3. Conditional Use Permit 2004-0124, Morro Road Office Buildings
Applicant:
Midland Pacific Building, 6955 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422, Phone: 466-5100
Project Title:
Conditional Use Permit 2004-0124
Project
Morro Rd. (Between Atascadero Ave. and Curbaril Ave.) Atascadero, CA 93422
Location:
APN 031-052-032, 036 & 037
Project
The proposed project consists of an application for a Conditional Use Permit for a professional office -
Description:
building complex located on 1.76 acres within the Commercial Professional Zone. Five new
buildings are proposed on site as follows: Building #1 includes approximately 5000 square feet of
office space located along the Morro Rd frontage. Buildings 2 and 3 include 5260 square feet of
office space on the lower floor and 5476 square feet on the upper floor. Building 4 includes 4087
square feet of office space. Building 5 includes 3425 square feet on the lower level and 3420 square
feet on the upper floor.
General Plan Designation: General Commercial (GC)
Zoning District: Commercial Professional (CP)
Environmental
Begins: May 24, 2004
Review Dates:
Ends: June 14, 2004
Proposed
Based on the initial study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is proposed. The
Environmental
proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review from 5/24/04 through 6/14/04
Determination: at 6905 El Camino Real, Suite 6, Community Development Department, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
Associate Planner Kelly Gleason provided the staff report and answered questions of
the Commission. An addendum was distributed to the Commission with changes to the
Conditions of Approval and the design for the monument sign. (Exhibit B)
PUBLIC COMMENT
Eric Kahn, applicant's Production Architect, stated his reservation with Conditions of
Approval numbers 13 and 14, on page 90. He would like Condition 13 to reflect that
they shall attempt to secure the common shared driveway. On Condition 14 they would
like the wording to reflect that they would provide reciprocal access if the intended
future use is compatible with the commercial use and not a residential use. Regarding
signage, they will work with staff to diminish the scale of the light fixture as well as the
ornamentation. Mr. Conger answered questions of the Commission.
Chairperson Kelley closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Chairperson Kelley and seconded by Commissioner
O'Keefe to adopt Resolution No. PC 2004-0070 certifying
Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration 2004-0019 and
approving the Master Plan of Development (CUP 2004-0124)
based on findings and subject to Conditions of Approval and
Mitigation Monitoring with the following revisions:
1. Condition No. 13, page 90: change "shall" to "should."
2. Clarifying Condition No. 14 to eliminate residential access if
a residential project went in next door.
3. Include staff addendum for the signage.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
4. Zone Change 2003-0046, 2325 EI Camino Real Outlets Phase 2 Amendment
22 -lot PD -7
Applicant:
Jeff Borges, 625 Wild Oats Way, Templeton, CA 93465; Phone: 434-3738
Project Title:
Zone Change 2003-0046, Conditional Use Permit 2003-0096, Tentative Tract Map 2003-0031 for a
residential and commercial subdivision with a Planned Development #7 Overlay Zone.
Project Location:
2325 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN 049-151-037.
Project
The proposed project consists of an application for a Zone Change, Conditional Use Permit, and
Description:
Tentative Tract Map for a planned development 22 -lot subdivision consisting of 16 single-family
homes, a small neighborhood park, and 5 commercial lots, each with a 2 -story commercial building
on a 4.0 -acre site.
General Plan Designation: Commercial Retail, Medium -Density Residential
Zoning District: General Commercial, Residential Multifamily -10
Environmental
Begins: May 24, 2004
Review Dates:
Ends: June 14, 2004
Proposed
Based on the initial study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is proposed.
Environmental The proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration is available for public review from 5/24/04 through
Determination: 6/14/04 at 6905 El Camino Real, Suite 6, Community Development Department, from 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Deputy Community Development Director Steve McHarris provided the staff report and
answered questions of the Commission. An addendum to the staff report was
distributed to the Commission. (Exhibit C)
Public Works Director Steve Kahn spoke about overall circulation for the project.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Russ Thompson, R. Thompson Consulting, applicant's representative, reviewed the
development of the project over the past year. He stated the applicant is in agreement
with the additional landscaping as recommended by staff.
Keith Mathias, Development Partner for the Rottman Group the property owners to the
south and north of this project, gave an overview of their plans for their property. Mr.
Mathias referred to Condition of Approval No. 41 and stated his group will not give
permission for an access easement. He reviewed their concerns for the proposed
project and asked the Commission to consider continuing this item and request the
applicant, staff and his group work together to create a cohesive development more in
line with the prime commercial development the City of Atascadero is looking for at this
location.
Russ Thompson responded to the issues raised by Mr. Mathias and indicated the
applicant has every intention to proceed with this project. He indicated they do not need
an easement to develop the road, and stressed the applicant's overriding concern that
he has the right to develop his property if it complies with City standards.
Jeff Borges, applicant, stated he is standing firm on the size of his houses as proposed
and is committed to providing workforce housing. He explained why he is not going
along with the surrounding developers proposal.
Jim Silver indicated he owns a small portion of this property. He reiterated that this
project is intended for first time homebuyers and this should be taken into consideration.
Mr. Mathias stated he is not asking anyone to sell their property, he is requesting that
this project work along with their project.
Chairperson Kelley closed the Public Comment period.
Chairperson Kelley asked the applicant if he would be willing to work with the other
developer.
Mr. Borges stated he would be amenable if it would not take much time. Mr. Thompson
indicated they want to stay on track for the City Council hearing on this item.
There was Commission discussion regarding easement and circulation issues given a
potential conflict between the two developments, the need for proper commercial
development in this area, layout of the project and location of the pocket park. The
Commission strongly recommended that the parties work together in a timely manner to
come to an understanding.
MOTION: By Commissioner Fonzi and seconded by Vice Chairperson
Jones to continue this item to a date certain of July 6, 2004,
and during the time frame between these two meetings; 1) the
two property owners get together and attempt if possible to
work out their differences, 2) that the Borges proposal
consider relocating the road access to the adjacent property,
3) changes made to the pocket park, and 4) a higher density
may be needed and can be considered at the applicant's
discretion.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll -call vote.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
None
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Community Development Director Warren Frace distributed copies of the Minutes from
the Planning Commission meeting where the Tree Ordinance was discussed. (Exhibit
D) He indicated this item would be scheduled for a formal discussion in July.
Commissioner Fonzi stated she learned a lot from the last Planning Commission
meeting and thanked staff for the information given.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Kelley adjourned the meeting at 9:06 p.m. to the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the Planning Commission on July 6, 2004.
MEETING RECORDED AND MINUTES PREPARED BY:
Grace Pucci, Recording Secretary
The following Exhibits are available for review in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A — Addendum to Item #2
Exhibit B — Addendum to Item #3
Exhibit C — Addendum to Item #4
Exhibit D — Tree Ordinance Discussion Minutes
Adopted 7/6/04