HomeMy WebLinkAboutCUP 230Ax2; Yada Farms; Conditional Use Permit (CUP)APPLICATION COMPLETE DATE
MARCH 21. 1989
STAFF REPORT
DATE: MAY 17, 1989
TO: PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: PLANNING DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: EXTENSION OF CUP 230(A) - YADA FARMS - Request for an extension of
Conditional Use Permit 230(A) allowing the continued operation of
40,040 square foot greenhouse area at 2928 Valley Street, on the
east side of Valley Street between Elm Avenue and Buena Vista Avenue
in the R-l Zone in Local Facilities Management Zone 1.
I. RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 2861
APPROVING a five year extension of CUP 230(A), based on the findings and subject
to the conditions contained therein.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND
On June 8, 1983 the Planning Commission approved CUP 230 to allow the
construction of a 15,400 square foot greenhouse at the above referenced property.
On October 10, 1984 the Planning Commission approved CUP 230(A) to allow the
addition of 24,640 square feet of greenhouse area to the existing 15,400 square
feet of greenhouse area. CUP 230(A) allowed the operation of the greenhouse use,
with a total area of 40,040 square feet, to continue for five years until October
10, 1989. The applicant is requesting a five year extension of the CUP to
continue growing flowers at the subject property.
Staff has reviewed the staff report and resolution for CUP 230(A) and concludes
that the findings made and the conditions placed upon CUP 230(A) are still
adequate. The flower growing operation of Yada Farms is an established,
integrated use within the area and staff is not aware of any complaints or
concerns regarding the greenhouse operation.
In conclusion, staff feels the use is desirable and harmonious with other uses
in the area and consistent with the General Plan. Staff recommends that a five
year extension of CUP 230(A) be granted. To facilitate the future review of this
project, staff has consolidated all previous conditions of approval into Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2861.
CUP 230(A) - YADA FARW
MAY 17, 1989
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III. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Planning Director has determined that the environmental impacts of this
project have been already considered resulting in the issuance of a Negative
Declaration dated September 26, 1984 and, therefore issued a Notice of Prior
Environmental Compliance on April 26, 1989.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2861
2. Location Map
3. Disclosure Form
4. Notice of Prior Environmental Compliance
5. Staff Report for CUP-230(A)
6. Letter dated March 21, 1989
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April 3, 1989
LOCATION A P
PROJECT SITE
City of Carlsbad
YADA FARMS CUP-230(A)
tViat further information is required, you will be so advised.
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APPLICANT:
AGENT:
Name (individual, partnership, joint venture, corporation, syndication)
Business Address
Telephone Number
Name
Business Address
MEMBERS:
Telephone Number
Name -(individual, partner, joint
venture, corporation, syndication)
Home Address
Business Address
Telephone Number
Name
Telephone Number
Home Address
3usiness Address
Telephone Number Telephone Number
(Attach more sheets if necessary)
I/We declare under penalty of perjury that the information contained in this dis
closure is true and correct and that it will remain true and correct and nay be'
relied upon as being true and correct until amended.
Applicant
Agent, Owner, Partner
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL DATE
, 1984
STAFF REPORT
DATE: October 10, 1984
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Land Use Planning Office
SUBJECT: CUP-230(A) - YADA FARMS - Request for approval of an
amendment to a conditional use permit to add 24,640 sq.
ft. of greenhouse area at 2928 Valley Street, on the
east side of Valley Street between Elm Avenue and Buena
Vista Avenue in the R-1-7500 zone.
I. RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Planning Commission APPROVE the
Negative Declaration issued by the Land Use Planning Manager and
ADOPT Resolution No. 2363, APPROVING CUP-230(A), based on the
findings and subject to the conditions contained therein.
II. BACKGROUND DESCRIPTION AND BACKGROUND
The applicant is requesting approval of an amendment to an
existing conditional use permit to construct an additional 24,640
sq. ft. greenhouse at 2928 Valley Street, located as described
above. The project site is a 4.39 acre lot currently being used
as an agricultural truck farm and occupied by a 15,400 sq. ft.
greenhouse. The original conditional use permit, approved in
June, 1983, allowed the construction of this greenhouse.
Approval of the amendment would bring the total greenhouse square
footage to 40,040 sq. ft. and would cover approximately 20% of
the site. The greenhouses would be utilized to grow carnations.
The remainder of the site would continue to be utilized as a
truck farm.
The project site is bordered to the east by existing greenhouses
and a nursery operation. The adjoining parcel to the south is
currently being utilized for production of market flowers.
Property to the west, across Valley Street and to the north,
across Buena Vista Avenue, are occupied by single family
residences.
III. ANALYSIS
Planning Issues
1) Can all of the required findings, for approval of a
conditional use permit be made? Specifically:
a) That the requested use is necessary or desirable
for the development of the community, is
essentially in harmony with the various elements
and objectives of the general plan, and is not
detrimental to existing uses or to uses
specifically permitted in the zone in which the
proposed use is to be located;
b) That the site for the intended use is adequate in
size and shape to accommodate the use;
c) That all of the yards, setbacks, walls, fences,
landscaping, and other features necessary to adjust
the requested use to existing or permitted future
uses in the neighborhood will be provided and
maintained;
d) That the street system serving the proposed use is
adequate to properly handle all traffic generated by
the proposed use.
Discussion
The City of Carlsbad Zoning Ordinance permits agricultural
crops, by right, in the R-1 zone. Greenhouses in excess of
2,000 sq. ft. require approval of a conditional use permit. The
applicant is proposing to construct 24,640 sq. ft. of greenhouse
area as an addition to the existing 15,400 sq. ft. greenhouse.
The applicant has abided by all conditions of the existing CUP.
The Land Use Element of the General Plan identifies promoting
the economic viability of the agricultural and horticultural
industries as a primary goal. Staff, therefore, believes that
the proposed use is desirable and essentially in harmony with
the various elements and objectives of the general plan.
The subject property is located in a block devoted to
agricultural and horticultural uses. The 4.39 acre site is more
than adequate to accommodate the proposed use while observing
all traditional R-1 setbacks. Staff believes that the proposed
use is only a minor modification of the existing use, is
compatible with surrounding uses and that the proposed structure
will result in no detrimental impacts to neighboring residential
uses.
Finally, staff anticipates that the proposed use will have no
significant impact on the street system serving the property and
that Valley Street is adequate to accommodate all traffic
generated by the use. To protect the street system and the
integrity of the neighborhood, staff is requesting a truck
accessing plan satisfactory to the City Engineer. The plan
would address type and size of trucks as well as parking,
loading and access.
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In May, 1983, a tentative parcel map was approved for the
property adjoining to the south. The map created 4 lots and
provided 42 feet of a planned 60 foot wide public street,
McCauley Lane, located along the common property line. The
Engineering Department, therefore, is recommending, as a
condition of approval, that the applicant offer for dedication 18
feet to complete the full street right-of-way. Additionally, the
Engineering Department is recommending that the applicant enter
into a lien contract for the future improvement of a half-street
width of McCauley Lane, Buena Vista Avenue and Valley Street.
Overall, staff believes that the proposed use is desirable,
consistent with the general plan and not detrimental to existing
uses or to uses specifically permitted in the zone. Staff
further believes that the site is adequate to accommodate the
use, all yards required to adjust the use will be maintained and
that the street system serving the site is adequate to
accommodate all traffic generated by the proposed use.
IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Land Use Planning Manager has determined that this project
will not have a significant impact on the environment, and
therefore, issued a Negative Declaration on September 26, 1984.
ATTACHMENTS
1) Planning Commission Resolution No. 2363
2) Location Map
3) Background Data Sheet
4) Disclosure Form
5) Reduced Exhibit
6) Environmental Documents
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