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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
6:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
6500 Palma Avenue, 4th Floor
Atascadero, California 93422
CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call: Chairperson Tom Zirk
Vice Chairperson Mark Dariz
Commissioner Duane Anderson
Commissioner Ellen Béraud
Commissioner Michael Shaw
Commissioner Jeff van den Eikhof
Commissioner Jan Wolff
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 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.)
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. DRAFT MINUTES OF MAY 21, 2019
Recommendation: Commission approve the May 21, 2019 Minutes.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS (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 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).)
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, Tentati ve 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 t o comment on
the ex parte communication.
2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT FOR 9320-9575 VISTA BONITA
The proposed project is to amend the existing CUP to allow two new cell tower
masts with modifications to existing masts.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (AMND18-0140)
3. ZONE CHANGE FOR 2605, 2607, 3055, 3255 TRAFFIC WAY
The proposed project is a Zoning Amendment to change the current zoning
district from Recreation to Public, and further define the list of allowed uses
through a PD overlay zone.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (ZCH19-0029)
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting will be on June 18, 2019, at 6:00 p.m.
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.
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WELCOME TO THE ATASCADERO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning Commission meets in regular session on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at City
Hall, Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, 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, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, and on our website,
www.atascadero.org. 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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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.
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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 t he 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 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 should
be on a USB drive or CD. 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.
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular Meeting – Tuesday, May 21, 2019 – 6:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER - 6:01 p.m.
Chairperson Zirk called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and Commissioner Wolff led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Anderson, Béraud, van den Eikhof, Wolff, and Vice
Chairperson Dariz, and Chairperson Zirk
Absent: Commissioner Shaw (excused absence)
Others Present: Recording Secretary, Annette Manier
Staff Present: Community Development Director, Phil Dunsmore
Assistant Planner, Mariah Gasch
Planning Intern, Erick Gomez
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Béraud and seconded by
Commissioner Anderson to approve the Agenda.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 6-4-19
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. DRAFT MINUTES OF MAY 7, 2019
Recommendation: Commission approve the May 7, 2019 Minutes.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF FINAL MAP FOR 7300 EL CAMINO REAL
Recommendation: Accept and approve Final Parcel Map 19-0007 (AT 18-
0128).
MOTION: By Commissioner Béraud and seconded by
Commissioner Wolff to approve the
Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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.
3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ACCESSORY STRUCTURE AT 13410
SANTA LUCIA ROAD
The proposed project is an accessory structure that exceeds 50% of the size of
main residence.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (USE19-0017)
Director Dunsmore introduced Erick Gomez and stated that Erick will be presenting the
project tonight.
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Béraud stated that she knows the residents in the flag lot behind the
project, and she has spoken to them. They were not concerned with the location or size.
Planning Intern Gomez presented the staff report, and he and Director Dunsmore
answered questions from the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Kris Broucaret, Allen
Oraveca, Tracy Ranson, and Karena Fried.
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Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
Kris Broucaret answered questions from the Commission in regards to trees.
The Commission discussed location of trees and colors.
MOTION: By Commissioner Anderson and seconded
by Commissioner Wolff to adopt PC
Resolution 2019 approving a Conditional
Use Permit allowing a 2,000 square-foot
detached accessory structure at 13410
Santa Lucia Road (USE19-0017), based on
findings and subject to conditions of
approval, with the following changes:
Condition 6 to read “Exterior building and
roof colors and materials shall be
selected by the applicant consistent with
neighborhood character (consistent with
gray colors).
AND
Condition 8 to read “The applicant can
plant trees on either side of the building
at his discretion.”
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 3RD ACCESSORY STRUCTURE ON A
RESIDENTIAL LOT AT 3000 SAN FERNANDO ROAD
The proposed project is a 3rd accessory structure on a residential lot.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (USE19-0043)
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
None.
Planner Gasch gave the staff report and answered questions from the Commission.
Planner Gasch stated there is a typo in the staff report on Page 41, Condition 6 which
should be corrected to state Exhibit C (not D and E).
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Todd Mansfield.
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Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION: By Commissioner Béraud seconded by Vice
Chairperson Dariz to adopt PC Resolution
2019 approving a Conditional Use Permit
(USE19-0043) allowing a 3rd accessory
structure on the property at 3000 San
Fernando Road, with a change to Condition
6 to state Exhibit C as corrected by staff,
based on findings and subject to conditions
of approval.
Motion passed 6:0 by a roll-call vote.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
Commissioner Wolff stated she will be absent for the meeting on June 4, 2019.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Director Dunsmore gave a report on upcoming items to be heard at the next meeting.
Director Dunsmore stated that there would be a Special Joint Hearing on July 11, 2019,
for the Planning Commission and City Council to look at the El Camino Plan.
ADJOURNMENT – 6:47 p.m.
The next Regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for June 4, 2019, at
City Hall, Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
____________________________
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Administrative Assistant
The following Exhibit is available in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A – Email from Ian and Alicia Denchasy
Adopted
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AMND18-0140 / Sprint PCS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report – Community Development Department
AMND 18-0140
Conditional Use Permit Amending
CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Staff Recommends: The Planning Commission (PC) adopt Resolution PC 2019
approving amendments to Conditional Use Permit 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479
allowing modification at the existing telecommunications facility at 9575 Vista Bonita co -
located with other telecommunication facilities at the Chalk Mountain Facility consistent
with Planning Commission Resolutions 1998-005 and 2013-0032 based on findings and
subject to Conditions of Approval.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 9575 Vista Bonita Atascadero, CA APN 030-441-023
PROJECT
PLANNER
Mariah Gasch
Assistant Planner 470-3436 mgasch@atascadero.org
APPLICANT Sprint PCS
PROPERTY
OWNER
Michael Frederick
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION: ZONING DISTRICT: SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
Single-Family
Residential
(SFR-Y)
Residential Single
Family (RSF-Y)
Planned
Development 7
Overlay (PD 7)
1.87 acres
Cellular
Communication
Tower site
Cellular
Communication
Tower site
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
Consistent with previously Certified Mitigated Negative Declaration 2000-016 and 2001-018
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Existing Surrounding Uses / Parcel Configurations:
Existing Zoning Existing Aerial / Surrounding
North: South: East: West:
Residential Single-
Family (RSF-Y)
Residential Single-
Family (RSF-Z)
Residential Single-
Family (RSF-Z)
Residential Single-
Family (RSF-Y)
Background:
On March 17, 1998, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 1998-005
thereby approving the co-location of cellular facilities on the southwesterly face of Chalk
Mountain (9575 Vista Bonita). The approval of the resolution allows an undetermined
number of cellular carriers to locate their facilities on the site provided the following:
“Additional facilities are also designed in such a manner that avoids excessive visibility.”
In July 2000, the Planning Commission approved cellular towers for GTE wirel ess (now
Verizon Communications) and another cellular provider. In August 2001, the Planning
Commission approved additional cellular towers for AT&T and Sprint.
On November 19, 2013, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC 2013 -0032
to update Sprint’s existing cellular facilities with additional design and landscaping
conditions of approval.
Since the amendment in 2013, these communication companies have upgraded their
equipment through building permits. If no additional equipment is added or if antenna
heights remain consistent with previously approved CUPs.
RSF-Y
RSF-Z
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Summary:
The project site has existing cellular towers from multiple carriers. Sprint PCS is
proposing to add:
3 new antennas on pipe masts
6 new remote radio heads (RRH’s)
2 new pipe masts
Cables, jumpers, battery cells
Add new landscaping
Add new irrigation system
Analysis:
The site is on the east side of the Highway 101 corridor, located on Chalk Mountain
above the intersection of Santa Rosa Road and El Camino Real near Chalk Mountain
Golf Course. There are approximately 18 cellular towers leased by telecommunication
companies, including Sprint, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and others.
There is a level pad on the lot that is used to accommodate above ground facilities
necessary for housing the required components for the cellular systems. The pad is
approximately 1200’ x 600’ and is accessed by an existing paved driveway. As part of
the previously approved Conditional Use Permits, the project area consists of a
landscaping plan made to shield the view of the telecommunication towers. The site is
surrounded by single-family residential uses.
Sprint proposes to add to and modify their existing cellular towers on Chalk Mountain.
The proposed towers and their modifications will not increase th e previously approved
cell towers height of 16-feet. The project would add two new pipe masts with footings as
well as utilize a vacant pipe mast. Each of the three masts would have two new RRH’s
and one new antenna.
Landscaping:
The applicant has provided a landscape plan indicating that they will add jute mesh and
shrubs to the barren dirt areas of the mountain. The dirt around the towers is a very light
tan and makes the cell towers more visible. Adding more brush will help all of the towers
blend into Chalk Mountain. The applicant will also be adding irrigation to maintain the
landscaping.
Design:
The applicant is proposing to paint the new antennas and RRH’s to match what is
existing. The existing towers are a faded light color that are much more visible than the
other cell towers on the site.
The previous amendment included a conditional of approval that the towers be painted
with camouflage or earth tone coloring.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
The proposed project is consistent with the previously adopted Certified Mitigated
Negative Declaration 2001-018 and 2000-016.
FINDINGS:
To approve amending CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479, the Planning Commission
must make the following findings. These findings and the facts to support these findings
are included in the attached draft resolution.
Conditional Use Permit (AMC Section 9-2.110(b).(3).(iv)
1. The proposed project or use is consistent with the General Plan :
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of this title:
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:
4. That the proposed project or use will not be inconsistent with the character of the
immediate neighborhood or contrary to its orderly development:
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:
6. That the proposed project is in compliance with any pertinent city policy or criteria
adopted by ordinance or resolution of the City Council.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. The Planning Commission may include modifications to the project and/or
conditions of approval for the project. Any proposed modifications including
conditions of approval, should be clearly re-stated in any vote on any of the
attached resolutions.
2. The Planning 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. A motion, and approval of that motion, is
required to continue the item to a future date.
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3. The Planning Commission may deny the project. The Commission must specify
what findings cannot be made, and provide a brief oral statement, based on the
Staff Report, oral testimony, site visit, correspondence, or any other rationale
introduced and deliberated by the Planning Commission.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Aerial Photo
2. Photo Simulations
3. Draft Resolution
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ATTACHMENT 1: Aerial Photo
AMND 18-0140
Two new pipe masts w/
RRH’s and antennas
Utilize existing pipe mast
and add RRH’s and antenna
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ATTACHMENT 2: Photo Simulations
AMND 18-0140
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ATTACHMENT 2: Photo Simulations
AMND 18-0140
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ATTACHMENT 3: Draft Resolution 2019
AMND 18-0140
DRAFT PC RESOLUTION PC 2019
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT 2000-0019 AND PLN 2013-
1479 TO ALLOW MODIFICATION AND EXPANSION OF EXISTING
CELLULAR FACILITIES FOR SPRINT PCS IN THE RESIDENTIAL
SINGLE-FAMILY ZONE
(APN 030-441-023)
9575 VISTA BONITA AVENUE / MICHAEL FREDERICK / SPRINT PCS /
SURESITE CONSULTING
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Applicant, Jerry Ambrose (3905
State Street #7-188, Santa Barbara CA 93105) in care of Sprint PCS, and Property Owner,
Michael Frederick (PO Box 573, Atascadero CA 93423) to consider an Amendment to
Conditional Use Permit CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479 to update existing cellular facilities
at 9575 Vista Bonita Avenue; and,
WHEREAS, the site’s General Plan Designation is Single-Family Residential (SFR-Y);
and
WHEREAS, the site’s Zoning is Residential Single-Family (RSF-Y); and
WHEREAS, a Conditional Use Permit is required to for any cellular facilities in the City
of Atascadero; and
WHEREAS, the proposed project is consistent with the previously approved Mitigated
Negative Declaration; 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 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;
and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, at a duly noticed
Public Hearing held on June 4, 2019, studied and considered the Amendment to Conditional Use
Permit 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479.
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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 determined to be consistent with Certified Mitigated
Negative Declaration 2001-0019 and the mitigation measures shall be enforced as a part
of the building permit process.
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, as well as the City’s
Appearance Review Manual and any pertinent City policy or criteria adopted by
ordinance or resolution of the City Council; and
Fact: The cellular facility use at this location is consistent with the General Plan land
use designation through Resolution No. 1998-005 that allowed cellular facilities on
Chalk Mountain. The proposed use is consistent with General Plan Land Use Element
Goals LOC 13 and LOC 14 and Land Use Policy 14.1
2. The proposed project or use satisfies all applicable provisions of the Title (Zoning
Ordinance); and
Fact: As conditioned, the project satisfies the conditional use permit provisions for
the Atascadero Municipal Code.
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
Fact: The proposed use continues with the existing use of a cellular facility. The
development of the project will not be detrimental to the general public or working
person’s health, safety, or welfare.
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
Fact: Previous Planning Commission resolutions allowed for co-located wireless
facilities at the Chalk Mountain site. As a part of this resolution, the City requires that
they be constructed in a manner that they avoid excessive visibility. Staff has
conditioned the project so that monopole towers be utilized instead of the proposed
structures to reduce visibility of the proposed tower additions.
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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.
Fact: The proposed project will not increase traffic because the cellular facilities are
to be unmanned.
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.
SECTION 3. Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on June 4, 2019, resolved to approve the amended Conditional Use Permit
2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479 subject to the following:
EXHIBIT A: Conditions of Approval
EXHIBIT B: New Landscape Plan
EXHIBIT C: New Overall Site Plan
EXHIBIT D: New Layout Plan
EXHIBIT E: New Elevations
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: ( )
ABSTAINED: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
_________________________________________
Tom Zirk
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING THE ATASCADERO
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AT
http://www.atascadero.org
6500 PALMA AVENUE | ATASCADERO, CA 93422 | (805) 461-5000
Exhibit A: Conditions of Approval
AMND 18-0140
Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479 Amendment
9575 Vista Bonita
Chalk Mountain Telecommunication Site
Timing
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
Mitigation
Measure
Standard Conditions
1. The approval of this use permit shall become final and
effective for the purposes of issuing building permits,
provided the required conditions of approval have been
satisfied, 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.
BP PS
2. Approval of this Conditional Use Permit shall be valid for
twenty –four (24) months after its effective date. At the end
of the period, the approval shall expire and become null and
void unless the applicant has received a building permit or
applied for an extension of entitlement.
BP PS
3. The Community Development Department shall have the
authority to approve minor changes to the project that (1)
increase the square footage of the project by less 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 Conditional Use Permit.
BP PS
Project Conditions
4. All site design, landscaping, antenna / shelter placement,
site fencing, exterior elevations, finish materials and colors
shall be consistent with Exhibit B through Exhibit F E.
BP/FO PS
5. The 3-foot tall landscape berm shall be continued along the
perimeter of the equipment pad as shown on Exhibit E B.
BP/
Landscape
Plan
PS 1.C.
6. The existing Verizon cabinet shall be painted with a
camouflage pattern to minimize the existing impacts of the
structure and to maintain consistency with the new
applications
FO PS 1.C.
7. The above ground shelters shall be inset two feet into the hill
and pit set 2-3 feet to minimize the visual impacts of the
cabinets as shown on Exhibit D E.
BP PS 1.C.
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479 Amendment
9575 Vista Bonita
Chalk Mountain Telecommunication Site
Timing
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
Mitigation
Measure
8. The access drive shall be gated at the top of the hill and RF
Radiation Warning signs shall be posted on the gate and in
a visible location near the equipment area.
FO PS 7.C.
9. The City of Atascadero shall be allowed reasonable access
to the site and shall be allowed use of the site for the
purposes of installing, operating and maintaining
telecommunications equipment.
Ongoing
10. No exterior lighting shall be installed on any structures. BP PS
11. Air conditioning units and controls shall be maintained to
insure proper operation and prevent excessive high speed
operation and the air conditioning units shall be equipped
with the Bard Compressor Sound Cover 8002-0005
described on the noise analysis information provided for the
project.
BP PS
12. All chain link fencing on the site shall be treated with an
earth tone coating without slats.
FO PS
13. Any perimeter fencing required by the RF study shall be an
agricultural style t-bar fence with metal barbed wire.
BP/FO PS
14. Prior to the final inspection the applicant shall submit written
verification from a licensed land surveyor or a registered civil
engineer that the elevation of the top of the monopoles is at
or below the 1223-foot topographical elevation and must be
consistent with monopole heights that are shown in Exhibit
E.
FO PS
15. A landscaping plan is required at building permit submittal to
show drought tolerant species as shown in Exhibit E.
BP PS
16. Prior to issuance of building permit for additional antennas,
applicant must provide a signed landscaping maintenance
contract showing a minimum of 60-day visit and include re-
fill of on-site irrigation tanks.
BP PS
17. All plants that are dead and/or dying shall be reinstalled on-
site with proper irrigation to ensure survival prior to final
building permit issuance.
BP PS
18. Applicant shall submit, at the time of the building permit, a
color scheme for the tower(s). Color schemes may include
camouflage or earth tone coloring. Color schemes are to be
approved by staff.
BP PS
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Conditions of Approval / Mitigation Monitoring Program
CUP 2000-0019 and PLN 2013-1479 Amendment
9575 Vista Bonita
Chalk Mountain Telecommunication Site
Timing
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
Mitigation
Measure
City Engineer Conditions
19. The applicant shall enter into a Plan Check/Inspection
agreement with the City of Atascadero.
BP CE
20. The applicant shall be responsible for the relocation and/or
alteration of existing utilities.
BP CE
21. Prior to the issuance of building permits the applicant shall
submit a grading and drainage plan prepared by a registered
civil engineer for review and approval by the City Engineer.
BP CE
22. Prior to the final inspection, the applicant shall submit a
written statement from a registered civil engineer that all
work has been completed and is in full compliance with the
approved plans and the uniform Building Code (UBC) prior
to the final inspection.
FO CE
23. The existing driveway shall be reconstructed to meet City
Standards prior to the issuance of a building permit for the
cellular facilities. An engineered grading and drainage plan
will be required to be approved for the reconstruction of the
driveway.
BP CE
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Exhibit B: New Landscape Plan
AMND 18-0140
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Exhibit C: New Overall Site Plan
AMND 18-0140
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Exhibit D: New Layout Plan
AMND 18-0140
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Exhibit E: New Elevations
AMND 18-0140
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Atascadero Planning Commission
Staff Report - Community Development Department
Kelly Gleason, Senior Planner, 805-470-3446, kgleason@atascadero.org
Traffic Way Zone Change
ZCH19-0029
(Atascadero Temple Association)
SUBJECT:
This action consists of proposed Zoning Map Amendment from Recreation (L) to Public
(P) for 2605, 2607, 3055, and 3255 Traffic Way. A Planned Development Overlay Zone
will be placed on the properties to further define allowed uses based on location and site
characteristics. The proposed amendments will bring existing non-conforming uses into
conformance and allow for a proposed child care facility.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
1. Adopt Draft Resolution A, recommending the City Council introduce an ordinance
for first reading, by title only, to approve a zone map amendment to 2605, 2607,
3055, and 3255 Traffic Way (APN’s 049-063-003, 004, 049-071-029, 030), based
on findings, and
2. Adopt Draft Resolution B, recommending the City Council introduce an ordinance
for first reading, by title only, to approve Planned Development Zone No. 35 for
2605, 2607, 3055, and 3255 Traffic Way (APN’s 049-063-003, 004, 049-071-029,
030), based on findings.
SITUATION AND FACTS:
1. Applicant: Atascadero Temple Association
PO Box 715
Atascadero, CA 93423
2. General Plan Designation: Public recreation (REC)
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3. Zoning District: Recreation (Existing)
Public (Proposed)
4. Environmental Status: Exempt from CEQA (Section 15061(b)(3). No
significant environmental impact.
DISCUSSION:
Background:
In 2003, the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit and Tentative
Parcel Map to subdivide an elongated parcel between Traffic Way and the railroad into
4 parcels and approve construction of 2 membership assembly buildings on 2 of the
parcels. One of the other parcels contained an existing single-family residence, which
remains today, and the last parcel was offered to the City as a park. In 2005, one of the
buildings was purchased and became occupied by the Congregation Ohr Tzafon. While
this use is similar to a membership organization, it is considered a church or related
facility in the zoning code and is currently a non-conforming use.
Earlier this year, the Masonic Lodge (Atascadero Temple Association) decided to sell
their property; however, the current list of allowed uses is limited based on the
recreation zoning designation and doesn’t capture the most appropriate uses for the
property based on the location and character of the neighborhood . A child care provider
is interested in the site and has entered into escrow. This is currently not an allowable
use and the property owners submitted a zone change application to change the zoning
designation from Recreation to Public. This change would maintain the current General
Plan Designation and provide for a minor change in land use opportunities.
Analysis:
The Public Recreation (REC) General Plan Designation is further refined into 3 zoning
districts within the Zoning Code: Public, Recreation, and Open Space. The General
Plan describes the Public designation as the appropriate designation for publically
owned facilities; however, the corresponding Zoning Districts allow for such uses as
mini-storage, general retail, schools, single-family residences, restaurants, health care
services, and other uses that are not typical public facilities. The Zoning Ordinance
refines the broad General Plan definition and categorizes the corresponding zoning
districts as follows:
a) L (Recreation) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide suitable
locations and standards for the development of recreational facilities
accommodating the needs of the general public.
b) P (Public) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide suitable locations
and standards for the maintenance and development of public and quasi-public
facilities and services.
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c) OS (Open Space) Zoning District. This zone is established to cover areas with
environmentally sensitive natural or cultural resources and generally is intended
to remain free of structures, but may be developed with low intensity recreational
improvements, where appropriate.
This application does not intend to fix these inconsistencies but aims to work within the
existing code to allow for the existing non -conforming and proposed uses, while limiting
incompatible uses through the application of a PD overlay zone. Staff anticipates that
major amendments to the structure of these corresponding zoning districts will occur
during the General Plan Update and subsequent Zone Text Am endments.
1. Zoning Change Characteristics
Currently the L zone allows for a large variety of land uses but is generally designed for
public recreation spaces such as parks and outdoor recreation (Attachment 3). The
amended zoning to P is more in alignment with how the property is already developed
and will allow for land uses that support compatible uses. However some additional
control is needed on this particular site as the P zone also allows for land uses such as
mini-storage which would not be appropriate on this narrow site between the railroad
tracks and the school.
With the proposed amendments, uses such as restaurants, retail stores, bed and
breakfasts, and group sports facilities will not be allowed.
2. PD Overlay Zone
The proposed Planned Development Overlay Zone #35 refines the allowed and
conditionally allowed uses listed for the Public Zone to ensure that any future use of this
area is compatible with the surrounding neighborhood and is appropriate for the location
and size of the property.
The following listed conditional uses will be allowed by right in the PD overlay zone:
Child Care Facilities
Churches and Related Activities
The following uses are currently allowed or conditionally allowed within the P zone but
will not be permitted in the PD overlay zone at these properties:
Mini-Storage
Health Care Services
Medical Extended Care
Residential Extended Care: 7 residents or greater
Animal Hospitals
Mortuary Services
ATM’s
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3. Child Care Use
The prospective buyer of 2607 Traffic Way is hoping to establish a child care facility on
the property. The site is across Traffic Way from San Benito School and would allow for
kids to easily transition to the facility’s afterschool program. The site also has 2 parking
lots with a combined total of approximately 60 parking spaces. As the child care facility
only requires less than 10 parking spaces, the prospective buyer is proposing to utilize
one of the parking areas as an outdoor play space. The proposed overlay zone would
make child care facilities an allowed use for this property. DRC approval would be
required for any exterior or substantial site related changes.
Proposed Environmental Determination
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Section 15061.(3), (b)) exempts
activities which are covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects
which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. The
proposed text amendment will not have any significant adverse environmental impacts.
CONCLUSION
The proposed map amendment and PD overlay are consistent with the General Plan
and will allow an expanded set of uses while limiting uses that are incompatible with the
surrounding neighborhood or are incompatible based on site acreage. The zoning
changes will also provide a path for compliance to existing non -conforming uses that
are compatible with the surrounding area.
ALTERNATIVES
1. The Commission may recommend modifications of the text amendments to the
City Council.
2. The Commission may determine that more information is needed on some
proposed revisions and may refer the item back to 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 recommend the City Council deny the proposed text
amendments. The Commission should specify the reasons for denial of the
project and recommend an associated finding with such action.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1: Draft Resolution A – PD Overlay
Attachment 2: Draft Resolution B - Zone Map Amendment
Attachment 2: Draft Resolution C – PD Overlay No. 35
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Attachment 1: Draft Resolution A: PD Overlay Zone Established
ZCH19-0029
DRAFT RESOLUTION A
PD-35 OVERLAY DISTRICT
ZONING CODE TEXT AMENDMENT
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT #35 CODE TEXT
TRAFFIC WAY ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS
ATASCADERO TEMPLE ASOCIATION
(ZCH19-0029)
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Atascadero Temple Association, PO
Box 715, Atascadero, CA 93423, Applicant and Owner to consider Planning Application ZCH
2019-0029 to rezone parcels 1 through 4 of Parcel Map AT 02-278 (APN’s 049-063-003, 004,
049-071-029, 030) from Recreation (L) to Public (P) and establish PD#35 overlay zone; and
WHEREAS, Article 28 of the Atascadero Municipal Code allows for the creation of
Planned Development Overlay Zones to promote orderly and harmonious development and to
enhance the opportunity to best utilize special site characteristics; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has determined that it is in the best interest of the
City to amendment to the Zoning Code Text to protect the health, safety and welfare of its
citizens by applying orderly development and expanding housing opportunities within the City;
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 Zone Text
Change 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 zoning text
amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, at a Public Hearing
held on June 4, 2019, studied and considered the proposed zone text change to establish Planned
Development Overlay Zone #35; and
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City
of Atascadero makes the following findings, determinations and recommendations with respect
to the proposed Zoning Code Text Amendment:
SECTION 1. Recitals: The above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on June 4, 2019, resolved to recommend that the City Council introduce for
first reading, by title only, an Ordinance that would amend the City Zoning Code Text as shown
in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 3. Facts and Findings. The Planning Commission makes the following findings,
determinations and approvals with respect to the Zone Text Amendment:
A. Findings for Approval of a Zone Text Change
FINDING: (i) The Planning and Zoning Text Change is consistent with General
Plan policies and all other applicable ordinances and policies of the City.
FACT: The proposed zone text amendments align the code requirements with the
vision, intent, and policies of the adopted General Plan.
FINDING: (ii) This Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance will provide for the
orderly and efficient use of lands where such development standards are
applicable.
FACT: The proposed text amendment provides for orderly development within
the Public zoning district on Parcels 1 through 4 of Parcel Map AT02 -278 in
accordance with the adopted General Plan for the compatible use of the properties
based on neighborhood characteristics.
FINDING: (iii) The Text Change will not, in itself, result in significant
environmental impacts.
FACT: The proposed text changes are minor and do not trigger any environmental
impacts.
SECTION 4. CEQA. The proposed zoning text change is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public resources Code Section 21000 et seq., because it can
be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the enactment of this Ordinance would have
a significant effect on the environment (Pub. Resources Code § 21065; CEQA Guidelines §§
15378(b)(4), 15061(b)(3).
SECTION 5. Recommendation of Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero, in a regular session assembled on June 4, 2019 resolved to recommend that the City
Council introduce for first reading, an ordinance that would amend the Atascadero Municipal
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Code to Establish Planned Development Overlay Zone #35 as detailed in Exhibit A, attached
hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be delivered
forthwith by the Planning Commission Secretary to the City Council of the City of Atascadero.
On motion by____________________, and seconded by __________________the foregoing
resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (0)
NOES: (0)
ABSTAIN: (0)
ABSENT: (0)
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
______________________________
Tom Zirk
Planning Commission Chairperson
Attest:
______________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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EXHIBIT A: Zone Text Change – Planned Development Overlay No.35 Text
ZCH19-0023
9-3.680 Establishment of Planned Development Overlay No. 35
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 35 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section
9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 35 is established on parcels APN’s 049-
063-003, 004, 049-071-029, 030 (Parcels 1-4 of AT02-278)
(a) All site development or significant modifications, beyond ADA or code required changes, to
the site or exterior changes of any building shall require Design Review Committee review.
(b) The following uses are allowed within the PD-35 overlay zone:
(1) Churches and Related Activities;
(2) Indoor Recreation Services;
(3) Libraries and Museums;
(4) Public Assembly and Entertainment;
(5) Parks and Playgrounds;
(6) Temporary Events;
(7) Utility Facilities;
(8) Government Offices;
(9) Temporary Offices;
(10) Residential Care: 6 Residents or Less;
(11) Child Care Center;
(12) Adult Day Care Facility;
(13) Parking Lots;
(14) Broadcast Studios
(c) The following uses are conditionally allowed within the PD-35 overlay zone:
(1) Schools
(2) Single Family Dwelling
(3) Schools – Business and Vocational
(4) Membership Organizations
(5) Social Service Organizations;
(6) Utility Infrastructure
(7) Telecommunications Facilities
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Attachment 2: Draft Resolution B – Zoning Map Amendment
ZCH19-0029
DRAFT RESOLUTION B
ZONING MAP AMENDMENT
RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THE CITY
COUNCIL APPROVE A ZONING MAP AMENDMENT FOR PARCELS 1-4
OF AT02-278 TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM
RECREATION (L) TO PUBLIC (P) WITH A PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT NO. 35 OVERLAY
ZONING DESIGNATION
TRAFFIC WAY ZONING MAP AMENDMENTS
ATASCADERO TEMPLE ASOCIATION
(ZCH19-0029)
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Atascadero Temple Association, PO
Box 715, Atascadero, CA 93423, Applicant and Owner to consider Planning Application ZCH
2019-0029 to rezone parcels 1 through 4 of Parcel Map AT 02-278 (APN’s 049-063-003, 004,
049-071-029, 030) from Recreation (L) to Public (P) and establish PD#35 overlay zone; and
WHEREAS, the site’s General Plan Designation is Public Recreation (REC); and
WHEREAS, the site’s current zoning district is Recreation (L); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has determined that it is in the best interest of the
City to enact this amendment to the Official Zoning Map to protect the health, safety, and
welfare of its citizens by applying orderly development of the City; 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 Zoning
Change 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 Planning and Zoning
Text Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, at a Public Hearing
held on June 4, 2019, studied and considered ZCH19-0029.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City
of Atascadero makes the following findings, determinations and recommendations with respect
to the proposed Zoning Map Amendment:
SECTION 1. Recitals: The above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on June 4, 2019, resolved to recommend that the City Council introduce for
first reading, by title only, an Ordinance that would amend the official City Zoning Map
Designation as shown in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 3. Facts and Findings. The Planning Commission makes the following findings,
determinations and approvals with respect to the Zoning Map Amendment:
A. Findings for Approval of a Zone Map Change
FINDING: (i) The Zoning Map Change is consistent with General Plan policies
and all other applicable ordinances and policies of the City.
FACT: The proposed zoning map amendment provides for the orderly
development of the subject parcels in alignment with the character of the
surrounding neighborhood.
FINDING: (ii) This Amendment of the Zoning Ordinance will provide for the
orderly and efficient use of lands where such development standards are
applicable.
FACT: The proposed map amendment provides for orderly development within
the Public zoning district on Parcels 1 through 4 of Parcel Map AT02 -278 in
accordance with the adopted General Plan for the compatible use of the properties
based on neighborhood characteristics.
FINDING: (iii) The Text Change will not, in itself, result in significant
environmental impacts.
FACT: The proposed text changes are minor and do not trigger any environmental
impacts.
SECTION 4. CEQA. The proposed zoning map change is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public resources Code Section 21000 et seq., because it can
be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the enactment of this Ordinance would have
a significant effect on the environment (Pub. Resources Code § 21065; CEQA Guidelines §§
15378(b)(4), 15061(b)(3).
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SECTION 5. Recommendation of Approval. The Planning Commission of the City of
Atascadero, in a regular session assembled on June 4, 2019, resolved to recommend that the City
Council introduce for first reading, an ordinance that would amend the official zoning
designation as detailed in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be delivered forthwith
by the Planning Commission Secretary to the City Council of the City of Atascadero.
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: ( )
ABSTAIN: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
______________________________
Tom Zirk
Planning Commission Chairperson
Attest:
________________________________
_______________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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EXHIBIT A: Zone Map Change – Map Amendment Diagram
ZCH19-0023
San Benito
School
Subject Parcels:
APN’s 049-063-
003, 004, 049-
071-029, 030
Previous Zoning
Designation:
Recreation (L)
New Zoning
Designation:
Public (P)
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Attachment 3: Public Zone Use Comparison Table
ZCH19-0029
The below chart outlines the uses that are allowed and conditionally allowed in the
Public and Recreation Zones. Uses which will be allowed, but were previously
disallowed, are highlighted in Green. Uses which were previously allowed, but which will
no longer be allowed, are highlighted in red.
Permitted Uses By
Zones Special Use
Regulation(s)
L P
Agricultural Resources
Agricultural
Accessory Uses
Farm Animal
Raising
Farmers’ Market A A
Horticultural
Specialties
Residential Uses
Residential
Accessory Uses 9-6.106
Single-Family
Dwelling CUP
Temporary Dwelling 9-6.176
Caretaker’s
Residence/Employee
Unit
CUP 9-6.184
Recreation, Education and Public Assembly
Schools—Business
and Vocational A CUP 9-6.125
Schools A (CUP) 9-6.125
Churches and
Related Activities CUP 9-6.121
Membership
Organizations A CUP
Indoor Recreation
Services CUP A
Outdoor Recreation
Services A A 9-6.123
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Libraries, Museums A A
Amusement
Services A
Public Assembly
and Entertainment CUP A
Parks and
Playgrounds A A
Rural Sports and
Group Facilities A 9-6.124
Social and Service
Organizations CUP
Sports Assembly CUP
Temporary Events A A 9-6.177
Cemeteries CUP CUP
Tourism, Lodging and Dining
Bed and Breakfast A
Recreational Vehicle
Parks CUP CUP 9-6.180
Eating and Drinking
Places CUP
Retail Trade and Sales
Accessory Storage A 9-6.103
General Retail A
Temporary or
Seasonal Retail
Sales
A A 9-6.174
Services-Business, Financial and Professional
ATM A
Government Offices
and Facilities A
Health Care Services CUP
Temporary Offices A
General Services
Animal Hospitals CUP
Residential Care: 6
Residents or Less CUP 9-6.125
Residential Care: 7
Residents or More CUP 9-6.125
Medical Extended
Care Services: 6
Residents or Less
CUP 9-6.134
Childcare Center CUP 9-6.125
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Adult Day Care
Facility CUP
Medical Extended
Care Services: 7
Residents or More
CUP 9-6.134
Mortuary Services CUP
Mini-Storage CUP
Industrial, Wholesale, Manufacturing Uses
Collection Stations A A 9-6.130
Transportation Communication and Infrastructure
Parking Lots A
Transit Stations CUP CUP
Utility Facilities A A
Utility Infrastructure CUP CUP
Broadcast Studios A
Telecommunication
Facilities CUP CUP
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