HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-02-05; Planning Commission; Resolution 40461
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 4046
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING
APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO ALL SIX SEGMENTS
OF THE CARLSBAD LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM TO
ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF AND ACCEPT SUGGESTED
MODIFICATIONS TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
POLICIES OF THE LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM LAND USE
PLANS APPROVED BY THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL
COMMISSION.
CASE NAME: COASTAL COMMISSION MODIFICATIONS
TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING ZONING AND
LAND USE PLAN POLICIES
CASE NO: LCPA 93-02(A)
WHEREAS, California State law requires that the Local Coastal Pro:
General Plan and Zoning designations for properties in the Coastal Zone be in conformance;
WHEREAS, the City approved LCPA 93-02 to add affordable housing polic
the Carlsbad Local Coastal Program Land Use Plans; and
WHEREAS, on August 14, 1996, the Coastal Commission approved said
amendment with “suggested modifications” and
WHEREAS, the City of Carlsbad has received “suggested modifications’’
the California Coastal Commission for the affordable housing policies of the Land Use Pk
set forth in this resolution; and
WHEREAS, acceptance of the Coastal Commission’s “suggested modifica.
is necessary to comply with the California Coastal Act and California Administrative Code;
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WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did on the 5th day of February
1 hold a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law to consider said request; and
WHEREAS, said application constitutes a request for a local coastal prc
amendment as shown on Exhibit “LCPA 93-02(A)” dated February 5, 1997, attached
and made a part hereof, as provided in Public Resources Code Section 30574 and Article
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Chapter 8, Subchapter 2, Division 5.5, Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations (Calif
Coastal Commission Administrative Regulations); and
WHEREAS, at said public hearing, upon hearing and considering all testi~
and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Commission considered all fi
relating to the Local Coastal Program Amendment; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Plsu
Commission as follows:
A) That the foregoing recitations are true and correct.
B) That based on the evidence presented at the public hearing, the Commj
RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of Local Coastal Program Amendment, I
93-02(A), according to Exhibit “LCPA 93-02(A)” dated February 5,
which effectuates City acceptance of the Coastal Commission’s ‘‘sugg
modifications” based on the following findings:
Findings:
1. That the proposed Local Coastal Program Amendment is required in order to a
suggested modifications approved by the California Coastal Commission.
2. That acceptance of the proposed “suggested modifications” is necessary by the
in order to comply with California Administrative Code Segments 13544 and 1:
3. That the proposed amendment will retain consistency between the City’s zone
and its Local Coastal Program.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Plannir
Commission of the City of Carlsbad, held on the 5th day of February 1997, by the follc
vote, to wit:
AYES: Chairperson Nielsen, Commissioners Compas, Hein
Monroy, Noble, Savary and Welshons
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ROBERT NIELSEN, Chairperson
CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION
ATTEST:
Planning Director
PC RES0 NO. 4046 -3-
e 9 EXHIBIT “LCPA 93
FEBRUARY!
LCP POLICIES
MELLO I
2. STANDARD PACIFIC
Policy 1 - Maximum Density of Development
The Standard Pacific property shall be designated for a medium density residential
development with a maximum density of 7 dwelling units per gross acre (See Exhibit
2.1). The property shall be developed using the City’s RD-M (Residential-Multiple
Zone) or PC (Planned Community) in effect at the date of certification. An overlay zone
shall be established incorporating the Coastal Act requirements contained herein (See
Exhibit 3). All permitted uses in the underlying zone shall be conditional uses in the
overlay zone. Divisions of land and other developments as defined in the Coastal act
shall be in accord with the requirements of the Policies contained herein. Poinsettia
Lane shall be extended only as generally shown n the PRC Toups land use map (See
Exhibit 2.1) to the eastern boundary of the &. The location of Poinsettia Lane is in no
way determined by this Local Coastal Program (LCP), however, this LCP is not
intended to preclude access to agricultural areas to the east.
Policy I(A) - Affordable Housing
In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable housing,
senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density increases and density
bonuses, above the maximum residential densities permitted by this plan may be
permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the densities
permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income affordable housing
shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b)
the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a
minimum of one of the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail or transit
center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing project that incorporates
a density increase pursuant to this policy shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density. In
calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant fo the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are
considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of
acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915 and 65915.5
densify bonuses and ofher incentives may be granted to enable the development
of low income, very low income and senior citizen housing. Within the coastal
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zone, any housing development that incorporates a density bonus and/or other
incentives pursuant to Chapter 21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be
consistent with all certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
of the base density. In calculating the base density, all environmentally
constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local
coastal programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan may be
exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In the coastal
zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all certified local coastal
program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
3. OCCIDENTAL LAND, INC.
d. If, by December 1, 1980, the landowners of the Occidental parcels record an
irrevocable offer to dedicate an agricultural conservation easement or a similar
instrument providing for certain protection of agricultural land, over the 57 acre
and 22 acre parcels north of Poinsettia Lane, development may be allowed on
the 25 acres of Class Ill soils (See Exhibit 4.2) located immediately east of
Paseo del Norte, and at the 28 acres of soil below Class IV in the same parcel of
up to 7 units per acre. Said conservation easement or similar instrument shall be
free of all prior liens and encumbrances, shall be executed in favor of the People
of the State of California, and shall bind the landowners and successors in
interest. Said easement may include a term which states that the Commission
may modify the easement at its sole discretion if the Commission determines
that such modification would be essential to implement the remainder of the
Carlsbad LCP.
Policy I(A) - Affordable Housing
In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable housing,
senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density increases and density
bonuses, above the maximum residential densities permitted by this plan may be
permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the densities
permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income affordable housing
shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b)
the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a
minimum of one of the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail or transit
center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing project that incorporates
a density increase pursuant to this policy shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density. In
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calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are
considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of
acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915 and 65915.5
density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable the development
of low income, very low income and senior citizen housing. Within the coastal
zone, any housing development that incorporates a density bonus and/or other
incentives pursuant to Chapter 21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be
consistent with all certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
of the base density. In calculating the base density, all environmentally
constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local
coastal programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan may be
exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In the coastal
zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all certified local coastal
program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
4. RANCHO LA COSTA
Policy 1 - Land Uses
1. Development of the property may occur under the provisions of the Pacific
Rim County Club and Resort Master Plan, and shall be subject to the
requirements of Policy 2 “AgricuIture/PIanned Development.”
2. The land uses allowed by the Master Plan shall be compatible with the
City of Carlsbad General Plan as amended and as adopted as of March 1,
1988, to provide a combination of residential, commercial (including visitor
serving) and open space uses.
3. Residential density permitted through the Master Plan shall not exceed
that allowed by the City of Carlsbad General Plan as of March 1, 1988,
except as allowed by Policy 6 below.
4. All land uses and intensity of use shall be compatible with the protection
of sensitive coastal resources.
5. Land use intensity shall be consistent with that allowed by the Carlsbad
Growth Management Ordinance (Chapter 21.90, Carlsbad Municipal
Code) as adopted as of March 1, 1988, except that any increase in the
total number of dwelling units proposed in the Master Plan (2836) shall
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require review and approval of the Coastal Commission through the LCP
amendment process.
6. In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income
affordable housing, senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units,
density increases and density bonuses, above the maximum residential
densities permitted by this plan may be permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above
the densities permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-
income affordable housing shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s
compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b) the adequacy of public facilities;
and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a minimum of one of
the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail
or transit center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing
project that incorporates a density increase pursuant to this policy
shall be consistent with all certified local coastal program
provisions, with the exception of the base density. In calculating the
base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal
programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915
and 65915.5 density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to
enable the development of low income, very low income and senior
citizen housing. Within the coastal zone, any housing development
that incorporates a density bonus and/or other incentives pursuant
to Chapter 21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be consistent
with all certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
of the base density. In calculating the base density, all
environmentally constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal
zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are considered to be
undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of acres
of a subject property,
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this
plan may be exceeded for the purpose of constructing second
dwelling units. In the coastal zone, any second dwelling unit shall be
consistent with all certified local coastal program provisions, with
the exception of the base density.
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MELLO II
1. ALLOWABLE LAND USES
Policy 1-1 Affordable Housing
In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable housing,
senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density increases and density
bonuses, above the maximum residential densities permitted by this plan may be
permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the densities
permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income affordable housing
shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b)
the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a
minimum of one of the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail or transit
center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing project that incorporates
a density increase pursuant to this policy shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density. In
calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are
considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of
acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915 and 65915.5
density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable the development
of low income, very low income and senior citizen housing. Within the coastal
zone, any housing development that incorporates a density bonus and/or other
incentives pursuant to Chapter 21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be
consistent with all certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
of the base density. In calculating the base density, all environmentally
constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local
coastal programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan may be
exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In the coastal
zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all certified local coastal
program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
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AGUA HEDIONDA LAND USE PLAN
1.9 Building height shall be limited to a maximum of 35 feet. Building setbacks and
lot coverage shall be regulated by the applicable zoning designation, except as
specifically modified in this plan.
1 .IO The 45 acre parcel owned by SDG&E located on the south shore immediately
east of the freeway shall be designated TS, Travel Services. Conversion of the
property to commercial development shall be subject to a future specific plan and
the applicable policies relating to agricultural conversion. A future specific plan
will be required by the city for development of the property.
1.1 1 In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable
housing, senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density
increases and density bonuses, above the maximum residential densities
permitted by this plan may be permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the
densities permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income
affordable housing shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility
with adjacent land uses; (b) the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project
site being located in proximity to a minimum of one of the following: a freeway or
major roadway, a commercial center, employment opportunities, a City park or
open space, or a commuter rail or transit center. Within the coastal zone, any
affordable housing project that incorporates a density increase pursuant to
this policy shall be consistent with all certified local coastal program
provisions, with the exception of the base density. In calculating the base
density, all environmentally constrained lands identified pursuant to the
coastal zoning ordinances and Iocal coastal programs are considered to be
undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of acres of a
subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915 and
65915.5 density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable
the development of low income, very low income and senior citizen
housing. Within the coastal zone, any housing development that
incorporates a density bonus and/or other incentives pursuant to Chapter
21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
In calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands
identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal
programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from
the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan
may be exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In
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the coastal zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all
certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base
density.
VILLAGE REDEVELOPMENT AREA
The Design Review Board shall promote the effective interdependence for the urban
core’s several areas by advocating the establishment of pedestrian linkages between
the seven sub-areas. These hnkages, where feasible, should take the form of
landscaped paths or arcades.
VII. DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES FOR THE VILLAGE REDEVELOPMENT AREA
Compliance with City Regulations
Except as indicated herein, all proposals for projects in the Village Redevelopment Area
shall comply with all normal City development regulations pertaining to zoning and land
use.
Residential Density Increases - Affordable Housing
In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable housing,
senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density increases and density
bonuses, above the maximum residential densities permitted by this plan may be
permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the densities
permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income affordable housing
shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b)
the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a
minimum of one of the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail or transit
center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing project that incorporates
a density increase pursuant to this policy shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density. In
calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are
considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of
acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65915 and 65915.5
density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable the development
of low income, very low income and senior citizen housing. Within the coastal
zone, any housing development that incorporates a density bonus and/or other
incentives pursuant to Chapter 21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be
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consistent with all Certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
of the base density. In calculating the base density, all environmentally
constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local
coastal programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan may be
exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In the coastal
zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all certified local coastal
program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
Lot Coveraqe
All buildings, including accessory buildings and structures, and all parking areas and
driveways, should not cover more than eighty percent (80%) of the net lot area.
EAST BATIQUITOS LAGOONIHUNT PROPERTIES
1. AFFORDABLE HOUSING
In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable housing,
senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density increases and density
bonuses, above the maximum residential densities permitted by this plan may be
permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the densities
permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income affordable housing
shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility with adjacent land uses; (b)
the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project site being located in proximity to a
minimum of one of the following: a freeway or major roadway, a commercial center,
employment opportunities, a City park or open space, or a commuter rail or transit
center. Within the coastal zone, any affordable housing project that incorporates
a density increase pursuant to this policy shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density. In
Calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands identified
pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are
considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of
acres of a subject property.
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65975 and 65975.5
density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable the development
of low income, very low income and senior citizen housing. Within the coastal
zone, any housing development that incorporates a density bonus and/or other
incentives pursuant to Chapter 27.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be
consistent with all certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception
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of the base density. In calculating the base density, all environmentally
constrained lands identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local
coastal programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted
from the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan may be
exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In the coastal
zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all certified local coastal
program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
WEST BATIQUITOS LAGOON/SAMMIS PROPERTIES
9. Master Plan Approval. The Batiquitos Lagoon Master Plan as adopted by the
Carlsbad City Council Ordinance No. 9778 is approved as the Implementing
Ordinance for this Land Use Plan. The Master Plan shall be amended to
implement the Agricultural Mitigation Fee. The amendment may be certified by
the Commission Executive Director without further Commission action. Upon
certification by the Executive Director this portion of the Carlsbad Local Coastal
Program shall be deemed certified.
10. In order to encourage and enable the development of lower income affordable
housing, senior citizen housing, and second dwelling units, density
increases and density bonuses, above the maximum residential densities
permitted by this plan may be permitted as follows:
Density Increases: Any request to increase residential densities above the
densities permitted by the plan, for the purpose of providing lower-income
affordable housing shall be evaluated relative to: (a) a proposal’s compatibility
with adjacent land uses; (b) the adequacy of public facilities; and (c) the project
site being located in proximity to a minimum of one of the following: a freeway or
major roadway, a commercial center, employment opportunities, a City park or
open space, or a commuter rail or transit center. Within the coastal zone, any
affordable housing project that incorporates a density increase pursuant to
this policy shall be consistent with all certified local coastal program
provisions, with the exception of the base density. In calculating the base
density, all environmentally constrained lands identified pursuant to the
coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal programs are considered to be
undevelopable and shall be deducted from the total number of acres of a
subject property-
Density Bonuses: Consistent with Government Code Section 65975 and
65975.5 density bonuses and other incentives may be granted to enable
the development of low income, very low income and senior citizen
housing. Within the coastal zone, any housing development that
incorporates a density bonus and/or other incentives pursuant to Chapter
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21.86 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, shall be consistent with all certified
local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base density.
In calculating the base density, all environmentally constrained lands
identified pursuant to the coastal zoning ordinances and local coastal
programs are considered to be undevelopable and shall be deducted from
the total number of acres of a subject property.
Second Dwelling Units: The maximum density permitted under this plan
may be exceeded for the purpose of constructing second dwelling units. In
the coastal zone, any second dwelling unit shall be consistent with all
certified local coastal program provisions, with the exception of the base
density.
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