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CITY OF ATASCADERO
PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, September 3, 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 Tori Keen
Commissioner Michael Shaw
Commissioner Jeff van den Eikhof
Commissioner Jan Wolff
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT (This portion of the meeting is reserve d 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 AUGUST 6, 2019
Recommendation: Commission approve the August 6, 2019 Minutes.
2. APPROVAL OF TIME EXTENSION FOR 2055 EL CAMINO REAL (TEX19-
0068) WALMART
Recommendation: Commission deny the time extension.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS (None)
(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 invi te 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, 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.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting will be held on September 17, 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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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
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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 C ommunity 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, August 6, 2019 – 6:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chambers
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California
CALL TO ORDER - 6:02 p.m.
Chairperson Zirk called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and Commissioner Anderson
led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Anderson, Béraud, Wolff, Vice Chairperson Dariz,
Chairperson Zirk
Absent: Commissioner van den Eikhof (excused absence)
Commissioner Shaw (excused absence)
Others Present: Recording Secretary, Annette Manier
Staff Present: Community Development Director, Phil Dunsmore
Senior Planner, Kelly Gleason
Associate Planner, John Holder
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: By Commissioner Wolff and seconded by Commissioner
Anderson to approve the Agenda.
Motion passed 4:0 by a roll-call vote. (Dariz absent)
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
ITEM NUMBER: 1
DATE: 9-3-19
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CONSENT CALENDAR
1. DRAFT MINUTES OF JUNE 18, 2019
Recommendation: Commission approve the June 18, 2019 Minutes.
2. APPROVAL OF TIME EXTENSION FOR 1905 EL CAMINO REAL
Recommendation: Commission approve the time extension (TEX19-0064).
MOTION: By Commissioner Wolff and seconded by
Commissioner Béraud to approve the
Consent Calendar.
Motion passed 4:0 by a roll-call vote.
(Dariz absent)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORTS
None.
PLANNING COMMISSION BUSINESS
OATH OF OFFICE:
A. Administration of Oath of Office
Administration of Oath of Office to new Planning Commissioner, Tori Keen
by the City Clerk’s Office.
PRESENTATION:
B. Recognition of outgoing Planning Commission member, Ellen Béraud.
Vice Chairperson Dariz arrived at 6:10 p.m.
Roll Call: Recording Secretary Manier performed roll call with the new
Commission sitting at the dais.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. USE PERMIT FOR HOTEL USE AT 6000 DEL RIO ROAD
The proposed project is a use permit to allow a hotel use comprised on 20 lodging
units, a manager’s unit, and associated amenities.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (DEV18-0101)
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EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Anderson reviewed this item at the DRC.
Vice Chairperson Dariz reviewed this item at the DRC.
A letter from Caltrans was distributed to the Commission prior to the meeting (Exhibit A).
A letter from APCD was distributed to the Commission prior to the meeting (Exhibit B).
Planner Gleason gave the staff report, and answered questions from the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Peter Laughlin and
Diana Heller. Mr. Laughlin requested that the fire sprinkler conditions be changed to fall
under HCD (California Department of Housing and Community Development) rules.
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
Staff responded to Mr. Laughlin’s request and suggested that conditions could be
modified to state that all units should meet the requirements of the Fire Marshal.
MOTION: By Commissioner Anderson and seconded
by Vice Chairperson Dariz to adopt PC
Resolution 2019-A approving a Conditional
Use Permit for a modular hotel use, subject
to findings and conditions of approval, with
a change to Condition 50 on Page 42 to state
that the applicant and the Fire Marshal work
together to come to an agreement that all
units be modified to meet the requirements
of the Fire Marshal.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote.
4. AMENDMENT TO EMERGENCY SHELTER OVERLAY ZONE TEXT FOR 6370
ATASCADERO MALL (ECHO)
The proposed project consists of adding 10 additional beds and modifications to
the existing Zoning Ordinance governing the El Camino Homeless Organization.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Approve the project with conditions. (ZCH19-0060)
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Chairperson Zirk met with ECHO at their office, and met with neighbors that he knows
personally to get a feel for the application.
Vice Chairperson Dariz spoke with Jim Patterson regarding the project.
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Planner Gleason gave the staff report and stated there is an updated site plan (Exhibit C)
and suggested revisions to Resolutions A and B as follows:
Adopt Draft Resolution A approving a Zone Text Change for the Emergency Shelter
Overlay District, subject to findings and conditions of approval.
◦ With deletion of “24 hours” in section (d)(1)
Adopt Draft Resolution B recommending that the City Council approve a
Conditional Use Permit for daytime programming at the existing shelter.
◦ With amended exhibit clarifying the intake and recreation areas.
Planner Gleason answered questions from the Commission.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Eric Gobler, Wendy
Lewis, Lon Allen, Lori Deschard, Michelle Blanc who submitted a letter on behalf of Twin
Cities (Exhibit D), Tom Ferrell, Laurel Weir from County Homeless Services, John
Sanders, Josh Donovan, David Middleton, Diana Heller, and John Holman.
The following letters were received after publication of the packet, and distributed to the
Commission:
Letter from Emily Andrews (Exhibit E), Letter from Sarah C. Andrews (Exhibit F), Letter
from Daniel G. Andrews (Exhibit G), Letter from Kristen Barneich (Exhibit H).
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
Wendy Lewis addressed questions raised during public comment, and answered
questions from the Commission.
MOTION: By Chairperson Zirk to adopt PC Resolution
2019-A recommending the City Council
introduce an ordinance for first reading, by title
only, to approve amendments to Title 9 of the
Atascadero Municipal Code, Chapter 3 Article
23 ES (Emergency Shelter) Overlay Zone text,
based on findings, and subject to conditions of
approval.
Commissioner Dariz suggested changing the language in Resolution A on Page 152 of
the staff report, to keep the neighborhood meetings to two per year instead of one per
year. The maker of the motion agreed.
MOTION: By Chairperson Zirk and seconded by
Commissioner Keen to adopt PC Resolution
2019-A recommending the City Council
introduce an ordinance for first reading, by
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title only, to approve amendments to
Atascadero Municipal Code Title 9 Chapter 3
Article 23 ES Overlay Zone text at 6370
Atascadero Mall, based on findings, with the
following revision to Page 151 to delete “24
hours” in Section (d)(1), a revision to Item 7
on Page 152 to keep the neighborhood
meetings to two (2) per year (instead of one
(1)), to include the adopted site plan (Exhibit
C), based on findings and subject to
conditions of approval.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote.
MOTION: By Commissioner Zirk and seconded by
Commissioner Keen to adopt PC Resolution
2019-B recommending the City Council
approve a Conditional Use Permit for
daytime programming within a designated
emergency shelter overlay zone located at
6370 Atascadero Mall, with a revision to
include an amended exhibit (Exhibit C)
clarifying the intake and recreation areas as
noted by staff, based on findings and
subject to conditions of approval.
Motion passed 5:0 by a roll-call vote.
Chairperson Zirk adjourned the meeting at 7:27 p.m. for a break.
Chairperson Zirk called the meeting back to order at 7:33 p.m.
5. USE PERMIT FOR 11450 VIEJO CAMINO AND 11505 EL CAMINO REAL
(MINI STORAGE)
The proposed project is an 81,000+ sf mini-storage facility on a 4.2-acre site.
Ex-Parte Communications:
Recommendation: Design Review Committee recommends the Planning
Commission approve the project with conditions. (DEV18-0103)
EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Wolff attends United Methodist Church, and has had conversations with
some members of the church. Additionally, she spoke to the head of Trustees of the
church, and they declined to take a stand on this issue.
Commissioner Anderson has heard this project twice at the DRC.
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Commissioner Keen attends United Method Church and had conversations with the
congregation prior to becoming a Planning Commissioner. Some church members were
not in favor of the project.
Vice Chairperson Dariz heard this project twice at the DRC, and talked with the applicant,
Mr. Newton, on the phone immediately after the last DRC meeting to discuss issues the
applicant would be facing.
Planner Gleason gave the staff report and answered questions from the Commission.
Planner Gleason stated that there are proposed revisions to be made in the staff report,
and recommended updating the following conditions:
Deletion of Condition 8 (Page 275)
Correction in title of Draft Resolution to remove an extra zero from 2019. (Page 271)
Exhibit B: correct typo (mino-storage to mini-storage) (Page 278)
Director Dunsmore explained that the decision of the Planning Commission can be
appealed to the City Council, and explained the process.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Scott Newton who
shared a presentation (Exhibit I), Blaine Reeley (Engineer of Record), Christen Nelson
(Terra Verde Environmental Consulting), Daniel Van Beveren (Exhibit J), Jack Bridwell,
Keleen Miller (Exhibit K), Janet Murrieta, Sally Dexter Smith (Exhibit L-video), Rob Fell
(Exhibit M), Joe Schmidt, Susan Riojas (Exhibit N-letter/pictures), Robert Nims, Anna
King, Clyde W. Snider, Josh Cross, Camille O’Bryant, Keith Vreegan (Dove Creek HOA
Board Member), Daniel Neeley (Exhibit O-video), Edward Guzman, Max Zappas, Diana
Heller, Josh Donovan, and Andrew Debude.
The following Exhibits were submitted and distributed to the Commission:
Letter from Sean Doyle (Exhibit P), Letter from Stephen Dummit (Exhibit Q), Letter from
Chris Ferree (Exhibit R), Email from Rudy Garcia (Exhibit S), Email from Anissa Hedges
(Exhibit T), Letter from Jared & Charise Holcolm (Exhibit U), Letter from Branden Holguin
(Exhibit V), Letter from Patrick Ibarra (Exhibit W), Email from Sydney Li (Exhibit X), Letter
from Bill Murrieta (Exhibit Y), Email from Chris Neary (Exhibit Z), Letter from Tiffany Riojas
(Exhibit AA), Email from Carol Salas (Exhibit BB), Letter from Sommer Shahan (Exhibit
CC), Letter from Mark Barnett (Exhibit DD), Letter from Colleen Barnett (Exhibit EE), Land
Use Study Handout from Scott Newton (Exhibit FF)
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
Chairperson Zirk reopened closed the Public Comment period.
Staff, Scott Newton, and Blaine Reeley answered questions raised during public
comment.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
The following members of the public spoke during public comment: Richard Smith, Jack
Bridwell, a representative from U-Store-It-Mini Storage on Traffic Way, and a member of
the public who spoke regarding lighting.
Chairperson Zirk closed the Public Comment period.
Commissioner Keen stated that the project is inconsistent with the neighborhood, and
she believes the public does not favor this project. Chairperson Zirk stated that he
believes this project should be a policy decision , and should be decided by the City
Council.
MOTION: By Vice Chairperson Dariz and seconded by
Commissioner Anderson to adopt PC
Resolution 2019-A approving a Conditional
Use Permit for a Mini-Storage use located at
11405 Viejo Camino and 11505 El Camino
Real and certifying proposed MND 2019-
0007 (SCH#2019069058) based on findings,
and subject to conditions of approval, with
the following revisions: Deletion of
Condition 8 on Page 275, Correction in the
title of Draft Resolution to remove an extra
zero from 2019 on Page 271, and to correct a
typo on Page 278 to change mino-storage to
mini-storage.
Motion passed 3:2 by a roll-call vote.
(Zirk, Keen opposed)
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND REPORTS
None.
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Community Development Director gave an update on the future agenda items for August
20, 2019. Director Dunsmore introduced John Holder, new Associate Planner in the
Planning Department.
ADJOURNMENT – 9:32 p.m.
The next Regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for August 20, 2019,
at City Hall, Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
____________________________
Annette Manier, Recording Secretary
Administrative Assistant
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The following exhibits are available in the Community Development Department:
Exhibit A – Letter from Caltrans
Exhibit B – Letter from APCD
Exhibit C – Updated ECHO Site Plan
Exhibit D – Letter submitted by Michelle Blanc on behalf of Twin Cities Community Hospital
Exhibit E – Letter from Emily Andrews
Exhibit F - Letter from Sara C. Andrews
Exhibit G – Letter from Danel G. Andrews
Exhibit H – Letter from Kristen Barneich
Exhibit I – Powerpoint Presentation from Scott Newton
Exhibit J – Email from Daniel Van Beveren
Exhibit K – Email from Keleen Miller
Exhibit L – Video from Sally Dexter Smith
Exhibit M – Letter from Rob & June Fell
Exhibit N – Letter/pictures from Susan Riojas
Exhibit O – Video from Daniel Neeley
Exhibit P – Letter from Sean Doyle
Exhibit Q – Letter from Stephen Dummit
Exhibit R – Letter from Chris Ferree
Exhibit S – Email from Rudy Garcia
Exhibit T – Email from Anissa Hedges
Exhibit U – Letter from Jared & Charise Holcolm
Exhibit V – Letter from Branden Holguin
Exhibit W – Letter from Patrick Ibarra
Exhibit X – Email from Sydney Li
Exhibit Y – Letter from Bill Murrieta
Exhibit Z – Email from Chris Neary
Exhibit AA – Letter from Tiffany Riojas
Exhibit BB – Email from Carol Salas
Exhibit CC – Letter from Sommer Shahan
Exhibit DD – Letter from Mark Barnett
Exhibit EE – Letter from Colleen Barnett
Exhibit FF – Land Use Study from Scott Newton
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
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
Vesting Tentative Parcel Map Time Extension
TEX 19-0068
RECOMMENDATION(S):
Staff recommends Planning Commission adopt Draft Resolution A, denying a one-year
time extension of Vesting Tentative Parcel Map 2009 -0095 (AT 09-0073) in compliance
with AMC 9-2.117.
Project Info In-Brief:
PROJECT
ADDRESS: 2055 El Camino Real Atascadero, CA APN
049-112-002, 018,
019, 022, 036,
039, 049-151-005,
036, 037, 040,
041
PROJECT
PLANNER
Phil Dunsmore, AICP
Community Dev. Director 805-470-3488 pdunsmore@atascadero.org
APPLICANT Walmart Stores, INC, 2001 S.E 10th Street, Bentonville, AR 72716-0550
PROPERTY
OWNER
Walmart Stores, INC, 2001 S.E 10th Street, Bentonville, AR 72716-0550
GENERAL PLAN
DESIGNATION:
ZONING
DISTRICT:
SITE
AREA EXISTING USE PROPOSED USE
General
Commercial (GC)
Commercial
Retail (CR) /
SP-2
26.2
acres
Vacant / Colony
House General Retail
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
☒ Environmental Impact Report SCH: 2010051034
☐ Negative / Mitigated Negative Declaration No. ___________
☐ Categorical Exemption CEQA – Guidelines Section 153____
☐ Statutory Exemption §§ 21000, et seq & ________________________
☐ No Project – Ministerial Project
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
DISCUSSION:
Existing Surrounding Uses / Parcel Configurations:
Existing Zoning Existing Aerial / Surrounding
North: South: East: West:
Commercial
Retail (CR) / SP-2
Residential Multi-
Family (RMF-20) /
Residential Suburban
(RS)
Residential
Suburban (RS)
Commercial Park (CPK) /
Planned Development
Overlay
Background:
The Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan was adopted on July 12, 2012. It
included two components; a Walmart component and an “Annex” component. On the
Walmart portion of the site, the approval included a Vesting Tentative Parcel Map that
resulted in a 4-lot subdivision for the southwest corner of Del Rio Road and El Camino
Real. The 4-lot map accommodates a large retail site, two smaller commercial lots, a lot
for multi-family housing, and a new road right-of-way.
Walmart Stores, Inc. has contacted staff and withdrawn their intent to develop the site.
Recent correspondence with Walmart has confirmed that they are continuing to work on
selling the property and that they have no intent to develop the site with a Wal mart
store. Building permits associated with the development have either been withdrawn or
have expired. There are no proposed development projects on the site at this time, and
the property is currently available for purchase for commercial development.
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
Map History:
Approval Expiration
Original Approval 7/12/2012 7/12/2014
Automatic Extension (AB 116) 7/11/2013 7/12/2016
PC Extension 8/16/2016 7/12/2017
PC Extension 6/28/2017 7/12/2018
PC Extension 7/17/2018 7/12/2019
Analysis:
The Subdivision Map Act mandates an initial two -year life and, by local ordinance, the
City may extend the time at which the map expires in one year increments not to
exceed a total of five years (these are discretionary extensions). The application for the
extension must be filed prior to the expiration date. In 2013, the State passed Assembly
Bill 116 (AB 116) that granted an automatic two -year extension to all active maps.
Based on the limitations of the Subdivision Map Act, the map may be eligible for future
extensions, as this is the third discretionary extension and up to six may be allowed.
The Planning Commission has discretion on whether they want to extend the map
based on the findings listed below:
1. There have been no changes to the provisions of the General Plan or zoning
regulations applicable to the project since the approval of the entitlement (AMC
9-2.117(a)(1));
2. There have been no changes in the character of the site or its surroundings
which affect how the standards of the General Plan or zoning regulations apply to
the project (AMC 9-2.117(a)(2)).
3. That substantial site work could not be completed as set forth in Section 9 -2.113
because of circumstances beyond the control of the applicant (AMC 9-
2.117(b)(1))
Because Walmart withdrew all permit applications for the site and notified staff of their
intent to sell the property, finding #3 cannot be made. With prior extensions in 2017 and
2018, there was some expectation that Walmart or a similar development may continue
the project, however, no activity has occurred on the site within the past year , therefore
the City cannot find that there are circumstances beyond the applicant’s control that
have delayed the completion of improvements and the recordation of the map .
Conclusion:
The applicant no longer intends to move forward with development of the site. The site
is currently for sale and development of the site would likely trigger amendments to the
master plan of development and site subdivision. The zoning designations and Specific
Plan remain in place, which contain standards for site development and use. The
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
expiration of the tentative map is only one portion of the commercial entitlements on this
site, and does not change the site’s ability to develop with a commercial project. The
Specific Plan and the environmental approval will remain in place and do not have an
expiration date.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. The Commission may adopt the attached draft resolution and deny the requested
time extension, based on findings.
2. The Commission may continue the hearing and refer the item back to staff for
additional information or analysis.
3. The Commission may defer the decision to the City Council.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. AT 2009-0073
2. Draft Resolution 2019-A
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
ATTACHMENT 1: AT 2009-0073
PLN 2007-1245
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Walmart Parcel Map
PLN 2007-1245 / Walmart Stores, Inc.
Planning Commission | City of Atascadero | www.atascadero.org | fb.me/planningatascadero
ATTACHMENT 2: Draft Resolution A
TEX19-0068
DRAFT RESOLUTION 2019-A
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DENYING A TIME
EXTENSION REQUEST FOR PARCEL MAP
(TPM 2009-0095)
2055 EL CAMINO REAL
WALMART STORES, INC
(TEX19-0068)
WHEREAS, Walmart Stores, INC, has applied for an extension of a Vesting Tentative
Parcel Map that proposes a subdivision of 26.3 gross acres into four parcels consisting of a 19.2
acre parcel for construction of a general retail store, two (2) parcels for construction of retail /
office uses, and a remaining parcel for construction of multi-family units; and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved a Vesting Tentative Parcel Map and a
Conditional Use Permit on July 12, 2012; and
WHEREAS, the automatic one-year Time Extension via AB 116 went into effect July
11, 2013, setting the expiration date to July 12, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved a one-year time extension on August
16, 2016, consistent with Atascadero Municipal Code section 9-2.117(a), setting the expiration
date to July 12, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved a one-year time extension on June 28,
2017, setting the expiration date to July 12, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission approved a one-year time extension on July 12,
2018, setting the expiration date to July 12, 2019; and
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted for an additional one-year time extension for
Vesting Tentative Parcel Map entitlements.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Atascadero, California,
takes the following actions:
SECTION 1: Findings for denial of the Time Extension: The Planning Commission
makes the following findings consistent with Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-2.117.
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1. FINDING: Substantial site work could have been completed to date. There were
no circumstances beyond the control of the applicant that prevented moving
forward with site development.
FACT. The applicant has notified the City of their intent to cease development of
the site. All permits associated with site development have been withdrawn by the
applicant.
SECTION 2: Denial: The Planning Commission does hereby deny the Time Extension
request for AT 09-0073.
On motion by Commissioner _______________________, and seconded by Commissioner
______________________ , the foregoing resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: ( )
NOES: ( )
ABSENT: ( )
ADOPTED:
CITY OF ATASCADERO, CA
______________________________
Tom Zirk
Planning Commission Chairperson
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Phil Dunsmore
Planning Commission Secretary
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