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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP 143; El Camino Portals; Specific Plan (SP)CITY OF CARLSBAD PLANNING DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2?, 1973 TO: PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT ON: CONSIDERATION OF MASTER PLAN CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIC PLAN CONSIDERATION OF TENTATIVE MAP CASE NOS: MP-125 • SP-143 CT-73-36 APPLICANT: A. SOMMERS P. 0. Box 2158 La Mesa, California 1. GENERAL INFORMATION A. Request; That the Planning Commission recommend approval to the City Council of a Master Plan dividing the subject property into two parcels as follows: 52.5 acres @ 3*0 D.U. per acre 21.8 acres © 6.0 D.U. per acre In addition, a specific plan and tentative map approval is requested for a 146 lot single-family subdivision on approximately 52.5 acre portion of the subject property which is a portion of Lot I and E, Rancho Agua Hedionda. B. Background; The subject property containing approximately 74«3 acres is located easterly of and adjacent to El Camino Real southerly of the present southerly most extension of Trieste Drive. Said property did receive a P-C (Planned Community) Zoning Designation by Planning Commission Resolution No. 936, dated July 24, 1973 and City Council Ordinance No. 9360, dated September 4» 1973- The Planning Commission did consider the MP-125 on July 24, 1973 and did table the matter to permit the applicant to revise the Master Plan to redesign said plan with more sensitivity to the existing terrain. The developer has revised the Master Plan and has requested reconsideration of the Master Plan at this time. As a part of the consideration of the rezoning request, a Final E.I.R. (Case No. EIS-189) was considered and accepted by both the Planning Commission and City Council, Therefore, no further E.I.R. considerations would be required. C. Zoning ;and General Plan: 1. Zoning; Existing: P-C. Proposed: PC (M.P., S.P., T.M.) Adjacent: North - R-l-75 & R-l-8 East - A-l(8) South - A-l(8) & P-C ¥est - R-l-10, R-l-15, P-C 2. General Plan; The adopted General Plan indicates a majority of the property to be potential low density residential with from 3-7 families per net acre. In addition,' a portion of the subject property adjacent to the San Diego Gas and Electric easement.is indicated to be a part of a proposed linear park system. Such an activity could be incorporated into the development of the cluster housing phase. II, CONSIDERATION OF MASTER PLAN HO. 125 ' A. Description; As a part of consideration of the rezoning request, the Planniiig Commission did consider the possibility of R-l-75 zoning designation on a portion of the subject property. The remainder was shown as P-C. The applicant proposed a single family subdivision on the R-l portion. The Planning Commission in considering the rezoning was of the opinion that a single family subdivision could be developed under the.P-C Zoning Designation. Therefore, a Planning Community . designation was approved for the total property. The applicant has revised the master plan on the subject property to provide for the division of the property into two parcels of 52.5 acres and ' 21.8 acres. Said plan also indicates the extension of Trieste Drive and Sierra Morena Avenue. Tamarack Avenue is shown being extended easterly from El Camino Real on the basis of a half street. The 52.5 acre parcel is indicated to be a density of 3 D.U. per acre and the 21.8 acre parcel is shown at 6 D.U. per acre. The overall density would be 3*86 D.U. per gross acre. On the basis of the net acres of 42.01 acres and 18.63 acres, the total net density would be 4.2/j. D.U. per net acre. III. CONSIDERATION OF SPECIFIC ELAN MO. 143 A. Description; The applicant is requesting that a specific plan for a 146 lot single family subdivision be approved on a 52.5 acre portion of the subject property. As a part of this development, the applicant is proposing to extend Trieste Drive and proposed La Portalada Drive southerly to a proposed easterly extension of Tamarack Avenue. In addition, a variable dedication of additional right of way will be required on El Camino Real. Said dedication will vary based upon existing right of way, and present indications are that it will be approximately 18 ft. wide for the total frontage of the.subject property. The provision of these public streets and additional .widening would result in a net acreage of approximately 42.01 acres with a density of 3»48 D.U. per acre. The applicant has submitted a typical lot layout of a 7700 sq.ft. lot with an approximately 2,018 sq. ft. building. A total of approximately 73»8% of the lot would be in open space. The 7700 sq. ft. lot is the minimum lot size proposed and a total of approximately 62 lots would be this size. The remainder of the lots are larger with the largest being approximately 35,720 sq. ft. \^ _ 2 — in evaluating the proposed development with the concept of the p_c zone designation, the applicant is providing in excess the required open space on each lot. However, as has been discussed by the Planning Commission on a number of occasions, the proposed development is essentially an R~l subdivision and does not provide the common open space element which the Planning Commission has indicated that is implied in a P-C concept. Staff believes that in this instance the provision of common open space is not appropriate for the following reasons: 1. From his,, initial submittal, the applicant has indicated this this portion of the property to be a single family subdivision. The rezoning request was for an R-l zone designation.on this site. 2. The applicant has redesigned the proposed subdivision to mitigate the amount of grading. The applicant has provided cross-sections which reflect the proposed transformation of the existing property." 3. Conceivably, a method could be provided by which any common areas that would result as a part of the development of the remaining 21.8 acre parcel could be utilized by the residents of this subdivision. IV. CONSIDERATION OF T.M. 73-36 . A. Description; The applicant is proposing a 146 lot subdivision and the indicated development does conform to the proposed specific plan. The tentative as submitted does not reflect the vjidening or improvement of SI Camino Real. Any conditions of approval should include this requirement. The necessary widening along El Camino Real will vary somewhat due to the configura- tion of the existing right of way. However, the dedication improvement require- ment would be on the basis of a 63 ft. half street (126 ft. full street) from the existing centerline. For the most part, the maximum additional dedication would be approximately 18 ft. V. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS ' A. On MP-125: That it be moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that MP-125 BS APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined below: Justification is based upon: . 1. Conformance of the master plan to the General Plan commitment and conformance at a density of 4«24 D.U. per acre to the density of the zoning of existing residential development. .2. The provision of a lesser density on that portion of the subject property with the greater terrain difference seems appropriate. 3. The size .and location of the subject property is considered adequate for the ultimate development of 257 dwelling units. — 3 — B. Conditions of Approval for MP-125; ^ 1. The Master Plan is granted for the land described in the application and any attachments thereto, and as shown on the plot plan submitted labeled Exhibit A Revised dated October 1, 1973. The location of all buildings, fences, signs, roadways, parking areas, landscaping, and other facilities or features shall be located substantially as shown on the plot plan labeled Exhibit A Revised dated October 1, 1973. 2. The approved density for the total development shall be 4.24 D.U, per net acre. 3. As a part of the development of the easterly 21.8 acre portion of the subject property, the developer Shall grant to the City of Carlsbad an open space easement over the San Diego Gas & Electric Company easement area. , ' • 4. All requirements of any law, ordinance or regulation of the State of California, City of Carlsbad, and any other governmental entity shall be complied with. C. On SP-143; That it be moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that SP-143 BE APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined below: . Justification is based upon: 1. Conformance of the proposed development to the development envisioned by the Planning Commission i\rhen the rezoning request was approved. 2. Conformance of the development to the approved master plan and the General Plan commitment for the property. 3. Conformance of the proposed development to the existing terrain and existing and proposed development in the area. 4« The. development as proposed does provide an adequate buffer from the activity along El Camino Real. D. Conditions of Approval for SP-143: 1. The Specific Plan is granted for the land described in the application and any attachments thereto, and as shown on the plot plan submitted labeled Exhibits A & E. The location of all buildings, fences, signs, roadways, parking areas, landscaping, and other facilities or features shall be located substantially as shown on the plot plan labeled Exhibits A & E. The grading of the proposed development shall substantially conform to the cross-sections labeled Exhibits B, C & D. 2. The architecture of the proposed development shall be compatible to the Hispanic character of the Historical corridor along El Camino Real. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, detailed building elevations shall be submitted to the Planning Department for consideration and approval. - 4 - 3. Unless the construction of the structure or facility is commenced not later than one year after the date the approval is granted and is diligently pursued thereafter, this approval vail automatically become null and void. 4. Any minor change may be approved by the Planning Director. Any substantial change will require the filing of an application for an amendment to be considered by the Planning Commission. 5. All requirements of any law, ordinance or regulation of the State of California, City of Carlsbad, and any other governmental entity shall be complied with. 6. No signs or advertising of any type whatsoever shall be erected or installed until plans therefore have been approved by the City of Carlsbad. ?.. Prior to obtaining a building permit and within 30 days hereof, the applicant shall file .with the Secretary of the Planning Commission written acceptance of the conditions stated herein. 8. Compliance with and execution of all conditions listed hereon . shall be necessary, unless otherwise specified, prior to obtaining final building inspection clearance. Deviation from this requirement shall be permitted only by written consent of the Planning Director. 9« Prior to consideration of this request by the City Council, written evidence of compliance to the City Council, school policy shall be submitted to the Planning Department. E. On CT 73-36; That it be moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that CT 73-36 BE APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined below: . Justification is based upon: . 1, Conformance of the tentative map to the approved master plan and specific plan, and to the adopted General Plan. 2. Conformance of the tentative map to the State of California subdivision Map Act. With regards to Parks ordinance requirements, it is recommended that in-lieu fees be required in that the General Plan does not indicate a park site on this portion of the subject property, and the size park, that would result, would not be of sufficient size to be efficiently maintained. F. . Conditions of Approval for CT 73-36: 1. The development of the property described herein shall be subject to the restrictions and limitations set forth herein which are in addition to all the.requirements, limitations and restrictions of all municipal ordinances and State and Federal statutes now in force, or which, hereafter, may be in force for the purpose of preserving the residential characteristics of adjacent properties. — 5 — 2. Park-In-Lieu fees shall be granted to the. City prior to approval of the Final Map. 3. Prior to consideration of this request by the City Council, written evidence of compliance to the City Council school policy shall be submitted to the Planning Department. . 4. In order 'to provide for reasonable fire protection during the construction period, the subdivider shall, maintain passable vehicular access to all buildings, and adequate fire hydrants with required fire flows shall be installed as recommended by the Fire Department. 5. All public improvements shall be made in conformity .to the City of Carlsbad Engineering Design Criteria and Standard Plans, the Subdivision Ordinance and other City Standards to the satisfaction of the City Engineer without cost to the City of Carlsbad, and free of all liens and encumbrances. Improvement plans for water and sewer system shall meet the requirements of the respective service districts. 6. All utilities, including provisions for cable TV, shall be placed underground and/or shall be completely concealed from view. 7. Ornamental' street lighting shall be provided for as required by Municipal Ordinance Code. The Developer shall post a bond in the amount necessary to energize said street lights for an eighteen month .period after construction to permit the incorporation of the subdivision into a maintenance district. 8. The Subdivider shall dedicate to the public all rights of ingress and egress from lots abutting upon restricted access streets and roads over and across the lines of said lots abutting said streets and roads. This dedication shall be so designated on the certificate sheet of the Final Map with the intent that the owners of said lots will have no rights of access whatsoever to said streets and roads. The words "access rights dedicated to the City" shall be lettered along the road adjacent to the lots affected on the map proper. El Camino Real and Tamarack Avenue shall be considered limited access roadways in this instance. . 9. Street names shall be subject to approval and shall be designated in accordance tjith the standards and policies adopted by the Planning Commission on file in the Planning Department. Said names shall be approved by the Planning Director prior to recordation of the Final Map. 10. Dedication and improvement of El Camino Real shall be required on the basis of a 63 ft, half street from the existing center line. The improvement of El Camino Real shall include the standard street improvements, Mission Bell street lights, and any required improvement of the existing drainage ditch. Said improvements shall be in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer. 11, The developer shall grant to the City of Carlsbad an open space easement over the existing slope located adjacent to El Camino Real. As a - 6 - part of the development, said slope shall be landscaped in a manner acceptable to the Director of Parks and Recreation. 12. The applicant shall install a water line .from the existing Kelly vault to the southeast corner of the proposed subdivision. The alignment and ultimate size o.f said line shall be as approved by the City Engineer. 13. The applicant shall construct a sewer line from Kelly Drive to the southeast corner of the subject property. The .alignment and ultimate size of said line shall be as approved by the City Engineer. 14. The applicant shall participate in the installation and cost of a traffic signal at the proposed intersection of El Camino Real and Tamarack Avenue in a manner acceptable to the City Engineer. VI. ATTACHMENTS Ordinance No. 9360 Resolution No. 936 Memo from Fire Dept. dated 11-1-73 Letter from Health Officer dated Oct. 26, 1973. -7- MlITf IT—DOftIT SAY IT INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM TO PLANNING DEPT. FROM: FIRE DEPT. DATE 11-1-73 19 A.M. P.M. SUBJECT: TM 73-36 SP-143 EL CAMSNO PORTALS MP-125 On Site fire hydrants as required by fire department in service prior to framing. Water system to be looped. REPLY ON THIS SHEET W1LMER "SERVICE" U.NE FROM A. Wolenchuk, B/C Fire Marshal STANDARD INTER DEPT. MEMO. FOflM 1 1-24 2940 Pio Pico Driy»{714} 729-1131 CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA 92008 October 26, 1973 Mr. Donald A. Agatep Director of Planning City of Carlsbad 1200 Elm Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear'Mr. Agatep: - MECEIYED OCT301973 OTX GE CARLSBAD Banning Department Your request for our recommendations concerning the Tentative Map of the sub- division to be known as Tentative Map Mo. 73-36, El Camino Portals, has been received and reviewed by this department. This subdivision would be acceptable to the Department of Public Health pro- vided : 1. All domestic water supplied to this subdivision comes from the Carlsbad Municipal Water District. 2. All buildings constructed in this subdivision are connected to the Carlsbad Public Sewer System. 3. The sewer and water lines are not laid in the same trench in any part of this subdivision. U. Proper drainage is maintained throughout the subdivision so as to prevent ponding and/or storage of surface water; Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make recommendations concerning the proposed subdivision. Very truly yours, JBA:GQ:ds cc: Federal Housing Administration Veterans Administration Department of Real Estate (Sub, Sec.) J. B. A3KSW, M.D. Health Officer, City of Carlsbad