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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 – 7:00 P.M.
City Hall
Council Chambers
6907 El Camino Real
Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Chairperson Bentz
Vice Chairperson Ward
Commissioner Colamarino
Commissioner Cooper
Commissioner Dariz
Commissioner Schmidt
Commissioner Wingett
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
(This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission on a ny 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.)
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
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 ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING ON DECEMBER 6, 2011.
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda Regular Meeting, January 17, 2012
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2. APPROVAL OF THE REVISED 2012 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
SCHEDULE.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
3. PLN 2011-1426 / TREE REMOVAL PERMIT FOR 7600 EL CAMINO REAL
Property Owner: New West Center LLC, 3015 Willow Creek Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Applicant: Ron Fields, 7600 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Certified Arborist: Jack Brazeal, 4531 Skipjack Ln., Paso Robles, CA 93446
Project Title: PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
Project Location: 7600 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 (Tree located in center of strip mall)
(San Luis Obispo County) APN 030-241-053
Project Description:
The applicant has requested the removal of a 31-inch Valley Oak tree that is deemed
hazardous at 7600 El Camino Real #10. The tree is growing into the existing building
and roots are causing damage to the driveway.
General Plan Designation: General Commercial (GC)
Zoning District: Commercial Park (CP)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
NONE
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for February 7, 2012, at City
Hall, Council Chambers, 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
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, January 17, 2012
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City of Atascadero
WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning Commission meets in regular session on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at City
Hall, Council Chambers, 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero. Matters are considered by the C ommission in the order
of the printed Agenda.
Copies of the staff reports or other documentation relating to each item of business referre d 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, 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero, and on our website,
www.atascadero.org. An agenda packet is also available for public review at the Atascadero Library, 6850 Morro
Road. 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 (470-3400).
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meeting or other services offered by this City, please contact the City Manager’s Office or the City Clerk’s Office,
both at (805) 470-3400. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will
assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the me eting or
service.
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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 Co mmission regarding the matter being
considered to step up to the lectern. If you wish to speak for, against or comment in any way:
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 r emarks 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 C ommunity Development
Department at 470-3402 at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Digital presentations brought to the meeting on a
USB drive or CD is preferred. Access to hook up your laptop to the City's projector can also be provided. 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 pu blic
comments will be heard by the Commission.
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PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ON NOVEMBER 15, 2011.
2. APPROVAL OF 2012 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE.
MOTION: By Commissioner Schmidt and seconded by Commissioner
Dariz to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll-call vote.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
3. PLN 2011-1399 / TREE REMOVAL PERMIT FOR 6907 EL CAMINO REAL
Property Owner/Applicant: City of Atascadero, 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
Certified Arborist: A & T Arborists, PO Box 1311, Templeton, CA 93465
Project Title: PLN 2011-1399 / TRP 2011-0151
Atascadero Creek Pedestrian Bridge, Tree Removal & CEQA Certification
Project Location: Atascadero Creek Reservation #3-B, APN 029-361-003 (Behind City Hall)
Project Description:
A downtown pedestrian bridge is planned over Atascadero Creek to connect the
Sunken Gardens to Colony Square. Construction of the bridge includes removal
and/or significant trimming of up to six native trees. Removals and/or significant
trimmings consist of two (2) sycamores (removal of stump sprouts and south truck
only), two (2) black walnuts, one (1) 4-inch live oak, and one (1) dead tree which is
identified as either a cottonwood or a sycamore (identification difficult due to condition
of dead tree). Only branches or trunks which directly interfere with the bridge
installation shall be removed.
General Plan Designation: Open Space
Zoning District: Open Space
Proposed
Environmental
Determination:
Based on the Initial Study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration is
proposed for Planning Commission certification. The Mitigated Negative Declaration is
available for public review from 11/7/11 through 12/6/11 at 6907 El Camino Real,
Community Development Department from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through
Thursday.
PC Draft Action Minutes of 12/6/11
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Associate Planner Taylor gave the staff report and answered questions from the
Commission. This project went before the Design Review Committee (DRC) on
November 10, 2011.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
Chairperson Bentz closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Schmidt and seconded by Commissioner
Cooper to approve PC Resolution 2011-0022, certifying
Mitigated Negative Declaration 2011-0003 and approving PLN
2011-1399 / TRP 2011-0151 / PPN 2011-0249 to allow the
removal and/or significant trimming of up to six (6) native
trees, including two (2) sycamores, two (2) black walnuts, one
(1) 4-inch live oak, and one (1) dead cottonwood/sycamore
(species unclear due to condition of tree) for the downtown
pedestrian bridge at APN 029-361-003.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll-call vote.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. PLN 2099-0818, AMENDMENT TO CUP 2005-0175 AND TPM 2005-0080 FOR
13000 ATASCADERO AVE. (PREVIOUSLY EAGLE CREEK GOLF COURSE)
Property Owner/Applicant: Kevin McGurty, 14002 San Antonio Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
Project Title: PLN 2099-0818, Amendment to Amendment to CUP 2005-0175 and TPM 2005-0080
Eagle Creek Golf Course, Conversion to Residential Structures
Project Location: 13000 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 045-391-020 and 025 (San Luis Obispo County)
Project
Description:
An amendment to the 2007 Conditional Use Permit and Tentative Parcel Map is currently
being proposed. The current property owner is proposing not to complete the site grading,
access road, or new landscape in the open space area which was proposed by the
previous owner and conditioned with the project in 2007. The existing structures near
Atascadero Road (previously the golf course restaurant, club house, and storage buildings)
would be converted into 2 single-family residences, consistent with the current General
Plan Land Use Designation, Zoning, and Planned Development overlay.
Zoning: Residential Single Family-Y (RSF-Y) with P-8 overlay
General Plan Designation: Single Family Residential-Y (SFR-Y)
Proposed
Environmental
Determination:
Based on the Initial Study prepared for the project, a Mitigated Negative Declaration
(MND) is proposed for Planning Commission certification. The MND is available for
public review from 11/17/11 through 12/6/11 at 6907 El Camino Real, Community
Development Department from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
PC Draft Action Minutes of 12/6/11
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DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Commissioner Wingett drove by the project, but did not speak with anyone.
All other commissioners – None.
Associate Planner Taylor gave the staff report. Associate Planner Taylor and Deputy
Director Athey answered questions from the Commission. This project went before the
Design Review Committee (DRC) on October 13, 2011.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following people spoke during public comment: Kevin McGurty and Nick Medrano.
Staff answered questions from the public.
Chairperson Bentz closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Schmidt and seconded by Vice Chairperson
Ward to 1. Adopt Resolution 2011-0023, certifying proposed
Mitigated Negative Declaration 2011-0004, and 2. Adopt PC
Resolution 2011-0024 approving an Amendment to CUP 2005-
0175 (Master Plan of Development) based on findings and
subject to Conditions of Approval and Mitigation Monitoring;
and 3. Adopt PC Resolution 2011-0025 approving an
Amendment to TPM 2005-0080 based on findings and subject
to Conditions of Approval and Mitigation Monitoring, with
removal of the reference to the public sewer easement along
Santa Barbara Road in CUP condition 20 & TPM condition 11
and exhibits.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll-call vote.
5. PLN 2007-1190 AMENDMENT TO CUP 2007-0203 FOR 9525 GALLINA
COURT
Property
Owners/Applicants:
Milan and Ruth Vrajich, 9525 Gallina Court, Atascadero, CA 93422
Project Title: PLN 2007-1190 Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 2007-0203
Project Location: 9525 Gallina Court, Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 054-272-025 (San Luis Obispo County)
PC Draft Action Minutes of 12/6/11
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Project
Description:
The proposed project consists of an application for an Amendment to a Conditional Use
Permit of a previously approved Conditional Use Permit (PLN 2007-1190) to increase
the number of residential care patients from 10 patients to 15 patients at an existing
residential care facility located at 9525 Galina Court
Zoning: Residential Suburban (RS)
General Plan Designation: Residential Estate (RE)
Proposed
Environmental
Determination:
Class 1 CEQA Exemption: Existing Facilities.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
Commissioner Schmidt drove down the street and looked at the project location.
Commissioner Wingett drove by the property; buy did not speak with anyone.
All other Commissioners – None.
Assistant Planner Castillo gave the staff report. Assistant Planner Castillo and Deputy
Director Athey answered questions from the Commission. The Commission received
an email and attachment from Pat Stone (Exhibit A) and an email from John Ellis
(Exhibit B).
Commissioner Dariz asked about the exhibits and asked staff if the CC&R’s should
weigh in on their decision, or if they should base their decision on City regulations.
Assistant Planner Castillo stated that staff based their findings on what is permissible in
State law and our Municipal Code. This application meets that criteria. If the
Commission were to find a recommendation for denial, it would need to be based on the
neighborhood-compatibility issue. If the HOA chooses to act regarding the CC&R’s,
they could act on their own in a civil matter. The Planning Commission can only make
decisions based on the consistency findings. The State limits the size of this facility.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following people spoke during public comment: Milan Vrajich, Corinn Klise, Pat
Stone, John Ellis, and Gregg Cobarr. Neighbors asked the Commission for a
postponement of the decision by the Commission.
Mr. Vrajich answered questions from the Commission and addressed concerns and
questions raised by his neighbors.
The Commission had additional discussion about the project and the CC&R’s.
Commissioner Colamarino stated he believes this 50% increase will create a
neighborhood compatibility issue, and for this reason, he will be voting no on the staff
recommendation.
PC Draft Action Minutes of 12/6/11
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Chairperson Bentz re-opened Public Comment period.
The following people spoke during public comment: Pat Stone.
Chairperson Bentz closed the Public Comment period.
Chairperson Bentz confirmed that the Planning Commission can only uphold the law
that is in the Municipal Code. The CC&R’s must be enforced by individuals who own
property.
Vice Chairperson Ward said he was in agreement with Commissioner Colamarino and it
would be reasonable to delay this and have the Homeowners Association try to work
something out, and bring it back to the Planning Commission.
MOTION: By Commissioner Schmidt and seconded by Commissioner
Cooper to adopt PC Resolution 2011-0020, a Resolution of the
Planning Commission approving an Amendment to PLN 2007-
1190 / CUP 2007-0203 to establish a 15-client residential care
facility located at 9525 Gallina Court.
Motion passed 5:2 by a roll-call vote. (Colamarino, Ward Opposed)
6. PLN 2099-0284, RECONSIDERATION OF CUP 2005-0161 FOR 8900, 8910 EL
CAMINO REAL
Property
Owners/Applicants:
James Duty, 8787 Plata Lane #3, Atascadero, CA 93422
Robert Davis, 8787 Plata Lane #5, Atascadero, CA 93422
Project Title: PLN 2099-0284 Reconsideration of Conditional Use Permit 2005-0161
Project Location: 8900, 8910 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 056-051-033 (San Luis Obispo County)
Project
Description:
The proposed project consists of an application for a Reconsideration of a Conditional
Use Permit to permit construction of Phase II storage building. The new building would
include 1,000 sf expansion of an existing automotive repair shop and 2,920 sf of
additional indoor storage for a total of 3,920 sf building, consistent with the previous
project approval of a 4,000 sf future storage building.
Zoning: Commercial Service (CS)
General Plan Designation: Service Commercial (SC)
Proposed Environmental
Determination:
Project Consistent with Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration 2005-0031.
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
None
PC Draft Action Minutes of 12/6/11
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Assistant Planner Castillo gave the staff report and answered questions from the
Commission. The project went before the DRC on November 10, 2011.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following people spoke during public comment: Robert Davis.
Chairperson Bentz closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Colamarino and seconded by Commissioner
Dariz to adopt PC Resolution 2011-0021, a Resolution of the
Planning Commission approving an Amendment to CUP 2005-
0161 to allow construction of a 3,920 sf transmission shop and
accessory storage building at APN 056-051-033.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll-call vote.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
None
DIRECTORS REPORT
Director Frace stated that the next meeting is scheduled for December 20, 2011,
but currently there are no items for the agenda, so it may be cancelled. The first
meeting in the new year will be held on Jan 17, 2012.
Director Frace gave an update on the Walmart/Annex project; we are looking at
making some changes to the EIR Consultant Contract.
Director Frace gave an update on the Eagle Ranch project. There may be a
meeting on January 24, 2012 to review the project in further detail.
ADJOURNMENT - 8:45 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for December 20,
2011, at City Hall, Council Chambers, 6907 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
MINUTES PREPARD BY:
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Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
The following exhibits are available in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A – Correspondence from Pat Stone (ATTACHMENTS TO THE MINUTES ARE ALREADY INCL. IN THE STAFF REPORT)
Exhibit B – Correspondence from John Ellis
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DATE: 1-17-12
Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report – Community Development Department
Alfredo R. Castillo, AICP, Assistant Planner, 470-3436, acastillo@atascadero.org
PLN 2011-1426
Hazardous Tree Removal Permit 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
(New West Center, LLC/Fields)
SUBJECT:
The proposed project includes a request to remove one (1) 31-inch DBH Valley Oak,
located at 7600 El Camino Real, Suite #10. The tree has grown into the building and
may damage additional portions of the building including the roof. The roots of the tree
are also causing damage to the driveway. If the tree were to fail, it would cause
additional damage to the building.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends:
The Planning Commission adopt Resolution PC 2012-0001 to allow the removal of one
(1) hazardous Valley Live Oak totaling 31-inches DBH subject to conditions of approval
and mitigation.
Situation and Facts:
1. Property Owner: New West Center, LLC
3015 Willow Creek Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446
2. Applicant: Ron Fields
7600 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
3. Project Address: 7600 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 030-241-053
4. Certified Arborist: Jack Brazael, ISA Certified Arborist #0163
Jack Brazeal’s Tree Consulting, 4531 Skipjack Lane
Paso Robles, CA 93446
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5. General Plan Designation: General Commercial (GC)
ITEM NUMBER: ITEM NUMBER: 3
DATE: 1-17-12
6. Zoning District: Commercial Professional (CP)
BACKGROUND:
The County permitted the construction a commercial retail commercial center (Young’s
New West) in 1977. In the original building plans, it was the intent to preserve the Valley
Oak tree by designing the building around the existing oak trees. Based on the original
plans, the building preserved three (3) oak trees on-site. Only one tree remains today.
The remaining tree continues to grow with its roots under the pavement causing the
pavement to become uneven and limbs beginning to damage the bui lding causing the
owners to cut portions of the building to accommodate the tree . The new owners of the
building are requesting that the tree be removed because of the potential hazard the
tree has if it were to fail, as well as to abate any further damage the tree may cause to
the existing building.
ANALYSIS:
An application has been submitted by Mr. Ron Fields, a representative of New West
Center, LLC, for the removal of one (1) 31-inch DBH Valley Oak. The tree is directly
adjacent to the building near suite #10 (Baby Bee Green Retail Store).
ITEM NUMBER: ITEM NUMBER: 3
DATE: 1-17-12
The arborist has evaluated the tree and identified that the tree is in fair condition. In the
report states that the tree is growing against the existing building and will cause damage
to the building if is not removed. The applicant has also submitted a letter stating growth
of the tree has caused the owners of the building to make modifications to the existing
structure to accommodate growth. The arborist recommends removal because the tree
because of the potential hazard it creates to the building and the people that work and
utilize its retail shops.
Tree Mitigation
Permit fees are not required for the removal of hazardous trees. The regular fee for a
Tree Removal Permit that requires Planning Commission hearing is $755. The fee has
been waived for the subject application due to the hazardous condition of growing into
the structure.
The Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC) requires mitigation for all trees approved for
removal. AMC Section 9-11.105 identifies specific conditions of approval. Planning
Commission can approve one or more of the following conditions as mitigation:
AMC Section 9-11.105: Tree removal permits shall be conditioned by one or more of the
following methods:
(i) Depending on the characteristics of the site the applicant may plant replacement trees on
site. This method shall include payment in advance for three (3) site inspections during a four
(4) year establishment period;
(ii) Payment of fee to the Tree Replacement Fund;
(iii) Establishment of conservation easements, which will restrict removal of any tree within a
designated area of the property. (Ord. 350 § 2 (part), 1998)
In accordance with Section 9-11.105 of the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance, staff has
included a condition in the attached resolution which requires either replanting or
payment of fees to the tree fund. Due to the limited areas available for replanting, the
applicant has elected to pay the mitigation fee of $1,033.33.
ITEM NUMBER: ITEM NUMBER: 3
DATE: 1-17-12
Evergreen Native Trees (inches)Deciduous Native Trees (inches)Totals
dbh notes dbh notes
1 1 31-inches Valley Oak
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Mitigation Requirement
req'd tree replacements:0 five gal trees req'd tree replacements:21 five gal trees 21 five gal trees
Proposed Replanting 0 five gal trees Proposed Replanting 0 five gal trees 0 five gal trees
0 box trees (24'')0 box trees (24'')0 box trees (24'')
Remaining Mitigation 0 five gal trees Remaining Mitigation 21 five gal trees 21 five gal trees
Tree Fund Payment:-$ Tree Fund Payment:1,033.33$ 1,033.33$
FINDINGS:
In considering any tree removal request, at least one of the required findings must be
made. Staff has identified the following finding as appropriate for the application
request.
The tree is interfering with existing utilities and/or structures, as certified by a
report from the site planner or arborist.
CONCLUSIONS:
A Certified Arborist has determined that the subject 31-inch DBH Valley Oak tree
creates a hazardous with the existing building. Based on the arborist’s evaluation and
above analysis, findings can be made to approve the requested removal, subject to the
required mitigation.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. The Commission may approve the project with additional or revised project
conditions.
2. The Commission may deny the project if it is found that the required findings cannot
be made. The Commission’s motion to deny must include a finding basis for denial.
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3. The Commission may continue the hearing and refer the item back to staff for
additional information or analysis. Direction should be given to staff and the
applicant on required information.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 – Location Map (General Plan & Zoning)
Attachment 2 – Site Photos
Attachment 3 – Arborist Report
Attachment 4 – Draft Resolution PC 2012-0001
ITEM NUMBER: ITEM NUMBER: 3
DATE: 1-17-12
ATTACHMENT 1: Location Map (Zoning Map)
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
31-inch Valley Oak
General Plan Designation: General Commercial (GC)
Zoning District: Commercial Professional (CP)
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ATTACHMENT 2: Site Photos
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
Visible root decay at the base of the trunk
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ATTACHMENT 2: Site Photos
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
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ATTACHMENT 2: Site Photos
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
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ATTACHMENT 3: Arborist Report
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
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ATTACHMENT 4: Draft Resolution PC 2012-0001
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. PC 2012-0001
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ATASCADERO APPROVING
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152, TO ALLOW THE REMOVAL OF ONE (1)
HAZARDOUS VALLEY OAK TOTALING 31 INCHES DBH
LOCATED AT 7600 EL CAMINO REAL
(NEW WEST CENTER, LLC / FIELDS)
WHEREAS, an application was received from New West Center LLC, , 3015 Willow
Creek Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446, (Property Owner) and Ron Fields, 7600 El Camino Real,
Atascadero, CA 93422 (Applicant), for a Tree Removal Permit to remove one (1) hazardous
Valley Oak totaling 33 inches DBH; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed Tree Removal Permit
application on January 17, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. and considered testimony and reports from staff,
the applicants, and the public; and,
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, California
takes the following actions:
SECTION 1. Findings for tree removal. The Planning Commission finds as follows:
The tree is interfering with existing utilities and/or structures, as certified by a
report from the site planner or arborist
SECTION 2. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a
regular session assembled on January 17, 2012, resolved to approve Tree Removal Permit 2011-
0152, subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B: Tree Mitigation Chart
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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: ( )
ADOPTED:
ABSTAINED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
_________________________________________
David Bentz
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Warren Frace
Planning Commission Secretary
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DATE: 1-17-12
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
Conditions of Approval
PLN 2011-1426 / TRP 2011-0152
7600 El Camino Real
Timing
FM; Final Map
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 Planning Conditions
1. The approval of this application shall become final, subject to the completion
of the conditions of approval, fourteen (14) days following the Planning
Commission approval unless prior to the time, an appeal to the decision is
filed as set forth in Section 9-1.111(b) of the Zoning Ordinance.
Tree removal
PS
2. The applicant and/or subsequent owners 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 proposed development.
Ongoing PS
3. The applicant shall pay $1,033.33 into the tree mitigation fund or replant a
minimum of 21 native five (5) gallon trees at the subject property prior to
removal of the Valley Oak.
Tree removal PS
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DATE: 1-17-12
EXHIBIT B: Tree Mitigation Chart for Commercial/Multi-Family
Evergreen Native Trees (inches)Deciduous Native Trees (inches)Totals
dbh notes dbh notes
1 1 31-inches Valley Oak
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
Total 0-inches Total 31-inches 31-inches
Mitigation Requirement
req'd tree replacements:0 five gal trees req'd tree replacements:21 five gal trees 21 five gal trees
Proposed Replanting 0 five gal trees Proposed Replanting 0 five gal trees 0 five gal trees
0 box trees (24'')0 box trees (24'')0 box trees (24'')
Remaining Mitigation 0 five gal trees Remaining Mitigation 21 five gal trees 21 five gal trees
Tree Fund Payment:-$ Tree Fund Payment:1,033.33$ 1,033.33$
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