HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC_2009-11-17_AgendaPacketCITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 — 7:00 P.M.
City Hall
Council Chambers
6907 El Camino Real
Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Chairperson Jack
Vice Chairperson Moreno
Commissioner Bentz
Commissioner Colamarino
Commissioner Schmidt
Commissioner Sturtevant
Commissioner Ward
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 and address 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 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ON OCTOBER 6, 2009.
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Regular Meeting, November 17, 2009
Page 2 of 4
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.
(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 and address 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).)
2. PLN 2009-1333, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT AND TREE
REMOVAL PERMIT FOR 2600 RAMONA ROAD AND 6075 CONEJO ROAD
Property
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, NA1, Utah Corporate Services,
Owner/Applicant:
343 E. 500 Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Project Title:
PLN 2009-1333 / Conditional Use Permit Amendment and Tree Removal
Permit 2009-0136
Project Location:
2600 Ramona Road & 6075 Conejo Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 049-142-009, 049-142-007 (San Luis Obispo County)
Project
The proposed project consists of an application to amend the Master Plan
Description:
of Development for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints to
allow a 2.1 -acre parking lot expansion on 6075 Conejo Road, the addition
of a 1,800 sq. ft. shade pavilion at the rear, and the removal of one 5"
diameter California Live Oak.
General Plan Designation: SE (Suburban Estates)
Zoning District: RS (Residential Suburban)
Proposed
A Conditional Negative Declaration was issued for this project pursuant to the
Environmental
provisions of CEQA in 1983. An Exemption (CEQA Sec. 15332) is
Determination:
recommended for this proposed Amendment because the expansion is
considered as in -fill development in a built environment and the tree removed
is to be mitigated by replacement oaks per City Tree Ordinance.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
City of Atascadero Planning Commission Agenda
ADJOURNMENT
Regular Meeting, November 17, 2009
Page 3 of 4
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for December 1, 2009, 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, November 17, 2009
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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 EI Camino Real, 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, 6907 EI 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 video taped and 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 meeting or
service.
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 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 public
comments will be heard by the Commission.
ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 11-17-09
CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular Meeting - Tuesday, October 6, 2009 — 7:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
6907 EI Camino Real, Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 p.m.
Chairperson Jack called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and Commissioner
Colamarino led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Jack, Vice Chairperson Moreno, Commissioners
Bentz, Colamarino, Schmidt, Sturtevant, and Ward
Absent: None
Others Present: Recording Secretary Annette Manier
Staff Present: Community Development Director Warren Frace and Deputy
Director of Public Works/Engineering David Athey.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Bentz and seconded by Vice
Chairperson Moreno to approve the agenda.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll -call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT - None
Chairperson Jack closed the Public Comment period.
PC Draft Minutes of 10/06/09
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PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS - None
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING ON AUGUST 18, 2009.
MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Moreno and seconded by
Commissioner Sturtevant to approve the Consent
Calendar.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll -call vote.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
DISCLOSURE OF EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS:
• Commissioner Ward visited the site but spoke with no one.
• Commissioner Bentz stated he spoke with Chairperson Jack about the project.
• Chairperson Jack visited the property and met with Ray and Judy Sears, who
also wrote a letter with concerns about the project. (Exhibit A).
• Vice Chairperson Moreno spoke with Judy Sears, neighbor and discussed the
same items in the letter that was submitted.
• Commissioner Sturtevant visited the property and spoke with Mr. Smith.
• Commissioner Schmidt visited the site.
2. PLN 2009-1337, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 7275 TECORIDA AVE.
Applicant:
Jeffrey and Jennifer Smith, 7275 Tecorida Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
Project Title:
PLN 2009-1337 / CUP 2009-0243
Project Location:
7275 Tecorida Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422
APN 030-351-016 (San Luis Obispo County)
Project
The project consists of an application to construct an oversized detached
Description:
accessory garage and workshop at the subject property. The proposed
detached garage and workshop is 1,602 square feet. The Atascadero
Municipal Code allows accessory structures larger than 50% of the primary
residence through approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
General Plan Designation: SFR -Y
Zoning District: LSF -Y
Proposed
Exempt per Section 15303: New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures
Environmental
including accessory structures.
Determination:
PC Draft Minutes of 10/06/09
Page 2 of 5
Community Development Director Warren Frace gave the staff report. Community
Development Director explained that this project area is on sewer, the road is not
paved, and the proposed structure is on a site which is on 3/4 of an acre. The proposed
project is to add an additional 1600 sq. ft. garage with a 2nd story workshop space. The
first floor (approximately 800 sq. ft.) will have a single utility sink and workbench area.
The 2nd floor is also approximately 800 sq. ft. and will include a sink, shower, and toilet
which are allowed with restrictions under our Zoning Ordinance. The subject property is
outside the 100 -year flood plain but within the 500 -year flood plain.
Community Development Director and Deputy Director of Public Works/Engineering
David Athey answered questions from the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Stephen King, Architect, explained to the Commission that staff accurately gave the
presentation. The applicant understands the restrictions that come along with this
permit. He assured the Commission that there were no future plans to do anything with
the project other than what is described in the staff report. Mr. King answered questions
from the Commission.
Jeffrey Smith, property owner, explained that his architect, Mr. King was given specific
instructions on his desire for the project. The desire for the back portion of the garage is
to have a small shop. The reason for not having an internal staircase, a utility shower or
a bathroom on the first floor is because it would take away from his desired use of that
space. The 2nd floor will be used for storage, hence the reason for the internal wall.
The recreation room will be used for recreation. He assured the Commission that it is
not intended to be a rental unit or living space.
Chairperson Jack closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Bentz and seconded by
Commissioner Sturtevant to adopt PC Resolution 2009-
0030 recommending that the Planning Commission
approve PLN 2009-1337 / CUP 2009-0243 to allow a 1,602
square -foot garage and workshop which exceeds 50% of
the size of the main residence at 7275 Tecordia Ave,
based on findings and subject to conditions of approval.
Motion passed 7:0 by a roll -call vote.
PC Draft Minutes of 10/06/09
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
3. DOWNTOWN DESIGN GUIDELINES
Community Development Director Warren Frace gave a brief overview on the
Downtown Design Guidelines/Toolbox and Idea Book which was given to
Commissioners in their packets. We are recommending that the public and business
owners who are interested in this document access it on the City's website or they
purchase a book from City Hall. The books were put together in collaboration with
Atascadero Main Street. The purpose of the guidelines is to help and encourage and
facilitate more creativity in the downtown zone. Because a priority of the City Council is
Economic Development which included the downtown area, funds are available for work
in the downtown. He explained the details of the facade and permit rebate program.
Community Development Director Frace introduced Tom Jess from Arris Studio
Architects who gave a presentation to the Commission and answered their questions.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
Commissioner Schmidt had discussion with the Atascadero Mutual Water Company
(AMWC) about water connection fees for 2nd homes. He has made a request to the
Board of Directors to reconsider the connection fee. You don't have to have a 2nd meter
for a 2nd unit. After research, it was determined that there is a 35% difference in water
use between a primary house and a 2nd house. Based on this information, it may be that
the Board could lower the connection fee by 35% (approx. $6,000). The Board will
discuss this at their meeting this month as a discussion item only.
Commissioner Ward talked about the paving in front of Sunken Gardens and the
Carlton. He asked if the speed bump was going to be replaced. If it is, he believes it is a
traffic hazard. If there is a move to slow traffic down, there may be an alternative.
Director Frace read an email from the Public Works Department regarding the paving
project.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
• Community Development Department announced that both Kelly Gleason,
Senior Planner and Callie Taylor, Associate Planner, are both officially out on
maternity leave. We have fewer staff, so it may take a little longer to get back to
you if you call. Mimi Whitney, Contract Planner is assisting in the Planning
Department, as is Cynthia Gordon, our new Planning Intern.
• The next Planning Commission Meeting will be on October 20, 2009.
• Permits have been issued for the Colony Square movie theatre, and the loan
documents have been signed. We expect the project to start construction in the
very near future.
PC Draft Minutes of 10/06/09
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• The La Plaza Movie Theatre project came in today, and will eventually come
before the Planning Commission.
• The Rite-Aid Project is expected to pull permits in November 2009.
• The Tractor Supply project is moving forward.
• Historic City Hall 2nd phase plans were submitted this week, and are moving
forward.
ADJOURNMENT - 8:25 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for October 20,
2009, at City Hall, Council Chambers, 6907 EI Camino Real, Atascadero.
MINUTES PREPARD BY:
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
The following exhibits are available for review in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A — Letter from Ray Sears
I1Cityha1Acdv1pmnA- PC MinuteslPC Minutes 091PC Draft Minutes 10 06 09.doc
PC Draft Minutes of 10/06/09
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ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report - Community Development Department
Mimi Whitney, Senior Planner, mwhitney@atascadero.org, 470-3442
PLN 2009-1333
Amendment #1 to Conditional Use Permit 2005-0160
Expansion of Existing Church Parking Lot
2600 Ramona Road & 6075 Conejo Road
(Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints- 2600 Ramona)
SUBJECT:
The proposed project consists of an application to amend the Master Plan of
Development (CUP 2005-0160) for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
(LDS) to allow a 2.1 -acre parking lot expansion on an adjacent property.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff Recommends.-
Adopt
ecommends:
Adopt Resolution PC 2009-0032 approving PLN 2009-1333 (Amendment #1) to
Conditional Use Permit 2005-0160, based on findings and subject to Conditions of
Approval.
SITUATION AND FACTS:
1. Property Owner: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
343 East 500 Street, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
2. Applicant: EDA Design Professionals
1998 Santa Barbara, Suite 200
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
3. Project Address: 2600 Ramona, Atascadero, CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN 049-142-009
6075 Conejo Road, Atascadero, CA 93422
(San Luis Obispo County) APN 049-142-007
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
4. General Plan Designation: SE (Suburban Estates)
5. Zoning District: RS (Residential Suburban)
6. Site Area: 2.1 -acres (Proposed parking area)
7. Existing Use: Vacant Lot
8. Environmental Status: Class 1 Categorical Exemption
DISCUSSION:
Project Definition
The proposed project includes the expansion of the church use to provide additional
parking on the adjacent lot and the addition of a 1,800 sq.ft "shade structure" at the rear
of the church for use during social occasions. A 2.1 -acre parking lot expansion is
proposed to be built on the vacant lot adjacent to the existing church.
Surrounding Land Uses and Setting:
North: Residential Suburban (Vacant and one residence)
South: Residential Suburban (Church and open space/Graves Creek)
East: Ramona Road/Highway 101
West: Residential Suburban (Vacant and two residences)
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
Background
The establishment of this Latter Day Saints Church occurred in 1983 when the project
was approved by the County. The project was a 25,100 sq. ft. church and classroom
facility with parking and landscaping. Building permit approval was granted by the City
in 1986.
The 1983 staff report analyzed issues such as environmental considerations, traffic
capacity, neighborhood compatibility, and parking to ensure that the proposed use was
appropriate for the site. Ramona Road is consider a "Local" road, servicing the
neighborhood. In 1983, the lot was zoned A-1 with the General Plan description as
"Suburban Single -Family Residential."
A "Negative Declaration" was issued for this project pursuant to the provisions of CEQA.
It was determined that the project would not have an adverse effect on the environment
providing drainage and erosion control, tree removal, grading minimization, and sewage
disposal were conditions of approval.
The Planning Commission approved an "exception to height" for a 40 foot high steeple
in 2005 (Conditional Use Permit 2005-0160). An initial study and mitigated negative
declaration were prepared to address the aesthetics of the steeple by requiring specific
exterior colors and no exterior lighting to reduce glare.
Analysis
The applicant has submitted this Amendment to modify the Master Plan of Development
(1983) to allow for an expansion of the existing parking into the adjacent lot. Currently,
church members are using the street and vacant lot to accommodate overflow parking
needs on an occasional basis. The existing parking lot at the church contains 133
parking spaces and can accommodate regular services. The parking lot expansion
proposes to add 126 spaces for a total of 259 spaces to accommodate larger events.
Seven total handicapped accessible stalls are proposed, three of which would be van
accessible thus meeting parking standards of the AMC 9-4.115(c)(1).
The new parking lot area would be accessed by two interior connections from the
existing parking lot. There would be no additional entrances from Ramona or Conejo
Roads. The parking lot expansion retains all existing native trees except one 5 inch dbh
California Live Oak. The applicant has filed the required Tree Removal Permit and has
agreed to meet or exceed the City's Tree Ordinance standards. Additionally, the
proposed landscape provides a grass lined retention and detention area for improved
infiltration of storm water and incorporates native, drought tolerant vegetation on the
proposed parking lot islands and perimeter landscaping. There is no lighting element
proposed for the parking lot expansion at this time. The addition of lighting would be
subject to Community Development review and a building permit.
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
The total site area is 2.1 acres, of which 50% will be landscaped. The proposed
landscaping will be consistent with City guidelines, codes, and regulations. Additionally,
all landscaped areas will have an automatic irrigation system and will be permanently
maintained.
The proposed 1,800 sq. ft. shade pavilion will be located at the rear open space area of
the existing church. This will provide shade for outdoor and social activities. (See
Attachment 4)
Churches, and related uses such as parking, are allowed in residential zones with a
Conditional Use Permit. Because the church and the proposed expanded parking area
are located on two separate lots, there will be a condition requiring recordation of a
cross -access easement.
Findings
The Conditional Use Permit process provides the opportunity for the public and the
Planning Commission to review the specifics of land use proposals, such as
architectural design, site design, landscape, signage, and specific standards of the
zoning ordinance. The Planning Commission must make the following findings to
approve the Conditional Use Permit:
1. The proposed project or use is consistent with the General Plan and the City's
Appearance Review Manual.
Staff Comment: The proposed use is consistent with the Suburban Estate
designation of the General Plan and General Plan Land Use Element. The parking
lot expansion has been designed to meet the appearance review manual standards.
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of the Zoning
Ordinance.
Staff Comment: The existing church was approved as a Development Review in
1983, with an Amendment in 2005 for a steeple. An amendment is required to make
any changes to an approved Conditional Use and Master Plan of Development. The
current project satisfies all current Conditional Use Permit and zoning code
provisions (9-6.121).
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.
Staff Comment: The proposed development will not be detrimental to the general
public or working persons in the vicinity or to health, safety, or welfare.
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
4. That the proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character or the
immediate neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development.
Staff Comment: The project is consistent with the surrounding neighborhood uses
and existing site improvements.
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.
Staff Comment: The proposed project is designed to accommodate existing
overflow membership and special event parking needs and will not generate an
increased volume of traffic beyond the safe capacity or the normal traffic volume
experienced in association with the church use and of the surrounding
neighborhood.
Based on staff's analysis in the preceding sections, it appears that all of the required
findings for approval of a Conditional Use Permit can be made.
Environmental Determination
A Negative Declaration was prepared and certified for the use of the site as a church
facility in 1983. The 1983 Negative Declaration determined that there would be no
detrimental impacts as a result of the new conditional use, provided certain conditions
were followed.
The current project qualifies for Class 32 (a -e) Categorical Exemption. Class 32 of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Section 15332) exempts projects
characterized as in -fill, provided that the development is consistent with the General
Plan and zoning designations and regulations; and, the site is not more than five (5)
acres and is substantially surrounded by urban uses; and, the project site has no value
as a habitat for endangered, rare, or threatened species; and, approval of the project
would not have significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality.
Because the church is an existing use, and the project is served by public services and
facilities, staff recommends the proposed project meets all of the requirements for a
Class 32 Exemption.
Conclusion
The proposed project includes a Master Plan of Development Amendment in order to
add a 2.1 acre expansion of use of the existing church parking lot. The addition of the
parking lot and the outdoor pavilion is consistent with the appearance review manual
and will enhance the overall appearance and functionality of the site. It is staff's opinion
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
that the proposed project, as conditioned, allows the Planning Commission to make all
of the required findings for project approval.
ALTERNATIVES
1. In addition to approving the project in accordance with staff's recommendation,
the Commission may consider modifications to the project and/or conditions of
approval for the project and recommend staff make these changes.
2. The 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 and move to continue the item to a future date.
3. The Commission may deny the project. The Commission shall specify the
reasons for denial of the project and make an associated finding with such
action.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1:
Location Map, General Plan and Zoning
Attachment 2:
Aerial Photo — Overall Site Plan
Attachment 3:
Proposed Landscape Plan
Attachment 4:
Proposed Outdoor Pavilion
Attachment 5:
Class 32, Categorical Exemption
Attachment 6:
Conditions of Approval
Attachment 7:
Draft Resolution PC 2009-0012
ITEM NUMBER:
DATE: 11-17-09
Attachment 1: Location Map, General Plan and Zoning
Attachment 2: Aerial Photo - Overall Site Plan
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DATE: 11-17-09
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Attachment 5: Class 32, Categorical Exemption
ITEM NUMBER
DATE: 11-17-09
CITY OF ATASCADERO
NOTICE OF EXEMPTION
6907 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA 93422 805.461.5000
TO: ® County Clerk — San Luis Obispo County
FROM: Mimi Whitney, AICP- Senior Planner
City of Atascadero
6907 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
Date Received for Filing
SUBJECT: Filing of Notice of Determination in Compliance with Section 21152 of the Public
Resources Code.
Project Title: PLN 2009-1333; Amendment 1 to CUP 2005-0160;
Expansion of existing church parking lot; shade pavilion; removal of one oak tree
Project Location: 6075 Conejo, Atascadero, CA 93422 APN 049-142-009
Project Description: Conditional Use Permit Amendment to allow for an expansion of the
existing church parking lot (church located at 2600 Ramona)
Name of Public Agency Anroving Project: City of Atascadero
Name of Person or Agency CgMing Out Project: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
14818 S. Pristine Drive, Draper, UT 84020
Exempt Status:
❑ Ministerial (Sec. 15073) ❑ Emergency Project (Sec. 1507 (b) and (c))
❑ Declared Emergency (Sec. 15061 (a)) ❑ General Rule Exemption (Sec. 15061.c)
® Categorically Exempt (Sec. 15301e))
Reasons why project is exempt: Class 32(a -e) of the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) (Section 15332, In -Fill Development Projects) exempts projects characterized as in -fill
developments, provided that the developments are consistent with general plan and zoning
designations and regulations, the site is not more than five (5) acres and is substantially
surrounded by urban uses, the project site has no value as a habitat for endangered, rare, or
threatened species, project approval would not have significant effects relating to traffic, noise,
air quality, or water quality because the church is an existing use and the expanded parking lot
will be accommodating existing members, and the project site can be adequately serviced by all
required utilities and public services.
Contact Person: Mimi Whitney, City of Atascadero (805) 470-3442
Date:
Mimi Whitney, AICP, Senior Planner
ITEM NUMBER:
DATE: 11-17-09
Attachment 6: PROJECT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Timing
Responsibility
Mitigation
/Monitoring
Measure
BP - Building Permit GP - Grading Permit
PS: Planning Services
BL: Business License
BS: Building Services
GP: Grading Permit
FD: Fire Department
CE - City Engineer P - Planning Services
BP: Building Permit
PD: Police Department
FI: Final Inspection
CE: City Engineer
TO: Temporary Occupancy
WW: Wastewater
F0: Final Occupancy
CA: City Attorney
City Engineer Standard Project Conditions
1. The City Engineer may request revisions to the building plans to
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resolve drainage, grading or other construction conflicts at the time
of building permit review.
2. Per municipal code section 9-4.160, the developer shall slurry seal
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San Ramon Avenue across the frontage of the property to a width
of 1/2 the roadway plus 10'. The applicant shall submit a traffic
control plan 48 hours in advance of any road work. The applicant
shall obtain an encroachment permit for work in the right-of-way.
3. Drainage easements shall be obtained by the applicant as needed
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to accommodate both public and private drainage facilities.
4. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall submit
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plans and supporting calculations/reports including street
improvements, underground utilities, composite utilities, and
grading/drainage plans prepared by a registered civil engineer for
review and approval by the City Engineer.
5. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall submit
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a drainage report, including calculations, to support the design of
any drainage structures or pipes. Closed conduits shall be
designed to convey the 10 -year flow with gravity flow, the 25 -year
flow with head, and provide safe conveyance for the 100 -year
overflow.
6. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall provide
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for the detention and metering out of developed storm runoff so
that it is equal to or less than undeveloped storm runoff.
7. Drainage basins shall be designed to desilt, detain and meter
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storm flows as well as release them to natural runoff locations.
Project runoff shall not negatively affect offsite drainage structures.
The drainage report shall address the adequacy of offsite drainage
structures to accommodate the projects runoff. If the existing
culvert in Conejo Road is determined to be undersized then the
applicant shall upsize the culvert or redesign the proposed project
to prevent the worsening of drainage conditions at the culvert or
ITEM NUMBER:
DATE: 11-17-09
Timing
Responsibility
Mitigation
/Monitoring
Measure
BP - Building Permit GP - Grading Permit
PS: Planning Services
BL: Business License
BS: Building Services
GP: Grading Permit
FD: Fire Department
CE - City Engineer P - Planning Services
BP: Building Permit
PD: Police Department
FI: Final Inspection
CE: City Engineer
TO: Temporary Occupancy
WW: Wastewater
F0: Final Occupancy
CA: City Attorney
downstream thereof.
8. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall show
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the method of dispersal at all pipe outlets. Include specifications
for size & type.
9. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall show
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method of conducting runoff to approved off-site drainage facilities.
10. Concentrated drainage from off-site areas shall be conveyed
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across the project site in drainage easements. Acquire drainage
easements where needed. Drainage shall cross lot lines only
where a drainage easement has been provided. If drainage
easement cannot be obtained the storm water release must follow
the exact historic path, rate and velocity as prior to the proposed
development.
11. Applicant shall submit erosion control plans and a Storm Water
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Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The applicant must file an
NOI with the Central Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board
prior to building permit issuance.
12. All public improvements shall be constructed in conformance with
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the City of Atascadero Engineering Department Standard
Specifications and Drawings or as directed by the City Engineer.
Planning Division Standard Project Conditions
13. A detailed landscape plan will be required at time of building
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permit review. Include information on irrigation and specify
drought tolerant plants, quantities and sizes. A Tree Protection
Plan shall be prepared for review and approval for all existing
trees by Planning Division.
14. Lighting not included. Future lighting of parking lot would require
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Planning approval and a building permit.
15. Three foot high landscaped berm or a three foot high solid fence
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or decorative wall is required to shield any adjacent residential
areas from headlights. Design of any wall shall be reviewed and
approved by Planning Division.
16. Parking lots that abut a residential zone shall be separated from
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such property by a landscaping stip with a minimum width of five
feet and a six foot high solid fence or wall (AMC Sec. 9-4.119)
17. Turf: No irrigated grass turf shall be used. Native grasses may be
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installed and shall be so noted on the Specific Landscape Plan.
Exception: Front setback area is shown as an active recreation
area and may have turf installed.
ITEM NUMBER:
DATE: 11-17-09
Timing
Responsibility
Mitigation
/Monitoring
Measure
BP - Building Permit GP - Grading Permit
PS: Planning Services
BL: Business License
BS: Building Services
GP: Grading Permit
FD: Fire Department
CE - City Engineer P - Planning Services
BP: Building Permit
PD: Police Department
FI: Final Inspection
CE: City Engineer
TO: Temporary Occupancy
WW: Wastewater
F0: Final Occupancy
CA: City Attorney
18. Fencing: North boundary is adjacent to residentially zoned land.
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Fencing shall be installed as specified: Chain link with HDPE slats,
however this fencing shall be limited to the immediate area
abutting the parking lot and shall not extend to the public street.
Other fencing such as a 3 foot fence or wall may be installed in the
front setback area, subject to review and approval of the Planning
Division.
19. Drainage/detention basin: This area shall not be fenced.
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20. The new parking lot facility is hereby conditioned for church-
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related parking only. The applicant shall record a cross -access
easement, in perpetuity, over and between the existing church
parking and the new parking lot facilities. This easement may be
extinguished by recording a new document following an
amendment to the master plan of development to eliminate the
parking lot from the church use. Note: The parking lot may not be
used as the sole use on the lot and can only be used as church
related parking.
21. The applicant and/or subsequent owners shall defend, indemnify
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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.
22. The Community Development Department shall have the authority
On-going
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to approve the following minor changes to the project that (1)
modify the site plan by lee 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 Master Plan of Development.
ITEM NUMBER
DATE: 11-17-09
ATTACHMENT 7: Draft Resolution
DRAFT
RESOLUTION PC 2009-0032
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO APPROVING PLN 2009-1333, AN
AMENDMENT TO CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-0160
6075 CONEJO ROAD/ 2600 RAMONA ROAD (APN 049-142-0099 007)
(Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints)
WHEREAS, an application has been received from the Church of Jesus Christ Latter
Day Saints, 343 E. 500 Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 (Applicant & Property Owner), to
consider a project consisting of an Amendment to Conditional Use permit 2005-0160 to allow a
2.1 -acre parking lot expansion on an adjacent property;
and,
WHEREAS, the site's General Plan Designation is Suburban Estates (2.5-10 acre
minimum); and,
WHEREAS, the site's current zoning district is Residential Suburban (RS); and,
WHEREAS, an Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 2005-0160 is required to allow
any changes to the approved conditional use and Master Plan of Development on the project site;
and,
WHEREAS, the proposed use is CEQA exempt: Article 19. Categorical Exemptions,
Class 32, Section 15332. In -fill 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 Amendment 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 Amendment; and,
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, at a duly noticed
Public Hearing held on November 17, 2009, studied and considered the Conditional Use Permit
Amendment (PLN 2009-0012), and,
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero takes the
following actions:
SECTION 1. Findings of Environmental Exemption. The Planning Commission finds as
follows:
1. The proposed project has been found Categorically Exempt under Class 32, Section
15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act.
SECTION 2. 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 the City's
Appearance Review Manual; and,
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of the Title 9 (Zoning
Ordinance); and,
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,
4. That the proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character or the
immediate neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development; and,
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.
SECTION 3. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on November 17, 2009, resolved to approve PLN 2009-1333, an amendment
to Conditional Use Permit 2005-0160, subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A:
Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B:
Aerial Photo- Overall Site Plan
EXHIBIT C:
Proposed Landscape Plan
EXHIBIT D:
Proposed Shade Pavilion
On motion by Commissioner , and seconded by Commissioner
the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety by the following roll call vote:
ITEM NUMBER: 2
DATE: 11-17-09
AYES: ( )
NOES: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
ABSTAIN: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
Sandy Jack
Planning Commission Chairperson
Attest:
Warren M. Frace
Planning Commission Secretary
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