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Home My WebLink About1972-02-08; Planning Commission; MinutesMEETING OF: PLACE : DATE: TIME: CITY OF CARLSBAD CARLSBAD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 8, 1972 7:30 P.M. I ROLL CALL: City staff members present: R. A. Johnston, L. A.'Moe D. A. Agatep, E. J. Olinghouse, J. E. Spano, G. W. Anear, J. B. Arnold, R. S. Osburn APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting of January 25, 1972 were approved as submitted by proper voice vote. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION: None ORAL COMMUNICATION: None PUBLIC HEARINGS: The chairman advised the applicants that since only four commissioners were present, two "no" votes would constitute deniak, Therefore, if the applicant felt his request might be controversial he could request a continuance. (a) Continued - VARIANCE - Request for reduction in required frontages to create a panhandle lot split. Applicant: Robert Bangar Mr. Agatep presented the staff report of February 4, 1972, and illustrated the location on a graphic. The report also listed reasons and conditions of approval. The chairman, in the secretary's absence, read a lette from Mr. Hale French in opposition, which had a petition with 24 signatures (18 different addresses) attached which endorsed the letter. The applicant's representative, Mr. Harry Truax, 2656 State Street, Carlsbad, was present, The applicant requested a continuance until a full commission was present.. A motion was made to continue until Februqry 22, 1972. """""""""""""""""""""""""" I (b) TENTATIVE MAP -.Request f3r approval of a tentatfv map for a I-lot, 20-unit townhouse development at the southeast corner of Highland Drive and Magnolia Avenue Applicant: Robert L. Means ,"""""""""""""""""""""""""~" Mr. Agatep presented the staff report of February 8, 1972 which outlined the particular situatton re location, specific plan approval, etc. Also Ifsted were reasons and conditions for approval. A graphic illustrating the location was shown. The chairman suggested $at one conditton be added ye the placement of stop si''ijns at the drivewqys because of the closeness to the schools. The applicant, Robert L. Means, 3955 Hollybrea Lane, Carlsbad, was present to answer questions and make several comments. He added that he Rad changed nothin since his original specl'fic plan wqs resented except for the addition of garage doors whicl had been reques by the City Council. He also agreed to the placement of stop signs. . #-. COMMISSIONERS - Present Absent Motion Ayes Absent Motfon Ayes Absent zd 4 4, 6 X X X x \ $ X X X CITY OF CARLSBAD -2, ~~~~ Yr. Joe Tufillaro; 331 Olive Avenue, Carlsbad, Calif. ,vas present to speak in favor to the proposal. There was no one present to speak in opposition to the proposal. The applicant also agreed to put in a speed bump if desired to aid in traffic safety. The chairman agree to the stop sign being painted on the street at the driveway exits. The public he-aring was closed at 7:48 P.M. Mr. Bob Williamson, 2040 Basswood suggested that a speed bump would not be a good idea since firemen rode on the outside of the trucks at times. The Fire Chief said he felt that a speed bump would not have any effect on the fire department trucks. Commissioner Palmateer wanted to know if the plan allowed for the construction of James Drive. Mr. Means said that there was room for the future extensi of James Drive. After further discussion, a motion was made to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 758, for the reaso as outlined in the staff report and subject to the conditions of approval as listed in the said report, plus condition #16 regarding an interior stop sign. (c) CHANGE OF ZONE, ADOPTION OF A SPECIFIC PLAN, AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - Request for reclassification in. zone from R-1 and R-3 to C-2 and adoption of a Specific plan and Conditional Use Permit for a freewa oriented 'service facility on property located at the northwest quadrant of 1-5 and Elm Avenue, Appltcants: Standard Oil Co. of Calif. and John H. Grant """"""""""""""""""""""""-~"- The staff re ort of 2-8-72 was read by Mr. Agatep. The technics! report covered the situqtton re locqtio type of facfl-i'tlies, and surrounding zontng and land use, Mr. Agatep also illustrated tke surroundi'ng zoning on a graphic. Access to the faciltty was also discussed. Mr. Agatep illustrated ingress and egress on the two se arate schemes of ci'rculation, Tfie signing was a 1; so dtscussed wl'th respect to its conformance with the stgn ordPnance. Mr. Don Schoell, was present to represent the appl'i" cnat. He discussed the proposed plan regarding 3rchTtectural s,tyles, ctrculatton scfiemes [pros and cons of each scheme], etc. He had several questions regarding condl'tions set by the staff.-, Mr. Joe Spano 4ssistant City Engineer, discussed the condl'tl'ons at question by the applicant. Mr. A1 Youngman, Standard Oil. Company, made comments regarding the circulation plan. He feels that Scheme A is the best plan and gave his reasoning behind his choice. Mr. Joe Paris$, 3344 Seacrest DrFve, spoRe i\n fqvor of the proposal. He agreed to dedicate any property necessary for street improvements when and if he COMMISSIONERS Motion Ayes Noes Absent X X \ k X I 1 CITY OF CMLSBAD -3- decides to develop‘his property. Mrs. Rolin Johnson, 988 Grand Avenue, spoke in opposi- tion to the proposal. She feels that the street imppovements which will be necessary will create a hardship on the residents in that area. Necessary right-of-way for street widening was discussed by Mr. Spano. The public hearing was closed at 8:57 P.M. . Discussion ensued among the commission regarding the circulation plans, size of the signs, adequacy of restroom facilities, etc. The commission felt that they needed additional time to review the proposal and to clear up certain items. A motion was made to continue until February 22, 1972. A motion was made by Commissioner Litter to recess for 5 minutes. The meeting was resumed at 9:21 P.M. with everyone present. (d) CHANGE IN ZONE AND ADOPTION OF A SPECIFIC PLAN - Request for a reclassificat7on tn zone from R-3 to C-2 and adoption of a Specific Plan on property loca- ted between Pi0 Pic0 Drive and Oak Avenue. Appll’cant: Carlsbad Investment Company “”““”“”””“”””””””””“““””””” Mr. Agatep presented the staff report of 2-8-72, whtct outlined the applicant’s request regarding location of property and surrounding zoning and land uses. The report also listed reasons and condfttons of approval. The sl’gn’s location, height and square footage was discussed. The Ctty Attorney also suggested B con- dition be added that all stgns must conform to the City of Carlsbad sign ordl’nance. Mr. Robert Watson, 4098 Sunnyhfll, was present to answer any questtons regarding hts proposal. He agreed to conform to the sign ordfnance. He sal’d that he had discussed hds proposal wi’th surrounding proper- ty owners. He Tnfdrmed the comml’ssion that the Ctty is trying to purchase the corner property from the State. Bob Johnston, Parks & Recreation Director, said that the City was interested in obtaining several pteces of property from the State. The plans are to plant groves of trees on the property. Mrs. Cleona O’Bryant, 1155 Oak Avenue, was pr.esent representing several of her nel’ghbors, l’n support of the proposal. There was no onepresent to speak in op osition. The publtc hearing was closed at 9:49 F.M. COMMISSIONERS Motion Ayes Noes Absent I I ". CITY OF CARLSBAD -4- Commissioner Palmateer commented that the proposal fits in well with the concept developed by the . Planning Department for that area. Commissioner Little urged Mr. Watson to make every effort to obtaiq the property on the corner from the State for addition parking. The rest of the commission felt that the plan was a good plan for the area. After further discussion, a motion was made to adopt Resolution No. 761, for the reasons and. conditio as amended in. the staff report and an added condition regarding signs. I (e) CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a 186-unit mobile home park to be located southerly of Palomar Airport Road, easterly of Lowder Lane, and northerly of the Las Encinas Creek; Applicant: Andrew McReynolds ........................... Mr. Agatep read the report given by staff dated 2-8-72. The report outlined the history of the McReynolds property and conditional use permit whfch expired in December of 1971. Surrounding zoning and airport studies re noise levels were also discussed' in the report. Staff recommendation was for denial. Conditions of approval were also given in the event the C.U.P. is granted by the commission. ChaiPman .Jose.-suggested two conditions be added if the C.U.P. is approved. First, that all billboards be removed and secondly, that all signs be in confor- mance with the sign ordinance. Mr. Dave Chamberlain, 2100 University, San Diego, spoke for the applicant. He outlined reasons why the original C.U.P. expired before construction could commence. Mr. Jim Hicks, 821 Tangiers Court, San Dl'ego, who ts the Development Project Manager for S roul Homes, also discussed details of tfie original C.U.P. and the steps they took to comply wttfi the deadll'ne date. Mr. Chuck Gularson, 3360 Ridgecrest Drive, who is Vice President for Sproul Homes discussed the plans for the entire area, and why the present site was chosen for the mobile home park. There was no one in favor or oppositton to the proposa The public hearing was closed at 10:33- P.M, Lengthy discussion ensued csgarding the proposal. The circumstances surrounding,.the ortgl'nal C.U.P. and l'ts expiration were also dTs%ussed. Comments were made by Mr. Spano regarding the grading permit. Additl'onal comments were made by the City Manager. After further discussion, a motion was made to adopt Resolution No, 762 subject to conditions 1-21, plus two added conditions discussed previously re signing and removal of billboards. Two reasons of approval given were: (1) That the Dlan fs fn conformance wtth the General Plan of tfie Caty of Carlsb-ad5 (2) TRfs appeals to be suitable land use w-iithfn tfie fli'ght pattern of Palomar Airport. i COMMISSIONERS Motion ;Ayes Noes Absent Motion Ayes Noes Absent n C OF CARLSBAD (f) Continued - Request for an amendment to the City Df Carlsbad Ordinance No. 9060, Section 1511; Munici- pal Code, Title 21, Chapter 21.44, Section 21.44.130 regarding off-street parking in R-Zones; Applicants: Planning Department """""""""-""""""""""""""""" The report of the staff was read by Mr. Agatep. Suggested parking increases and reasons for a.pprova1 Mere given in the report. A general discussion of ttie parking situation was also given. The chairman commented that the parking reviston had been studied for quite some time by the Planning Department and various other organizations. He feels the revision is a good idea, and will be a benefit to the City. Yr. Joe Tufillaro, 331 Olive Avenue, commented that the increase in parking would add a hardship on those persons wanting to build duplexes. Yr. Ralph Milgano, 4157 Park Drive, believes that uJe are creating a problem. Mr. Sam Gendusa, 1149 Magnolia, made several comments regarding size of parking spaces. His questions were answered by staff. The public hearing was closed at 11:06 P.M. After a short discussion, a motion was made to qdopt Resolution No. 710, subject to reasons as listed in the staff.'s report of 2-4-72. NEW BUSINESS: Commissioner Little made a motion that the Planning Commission urge the City Council to place a morsitortun on mobile home parks for one year, It was decided that proceedings should begh tmmedtate for this to take effect as soon as possible. 3LD BUSINESS: 'Continued' Items Attachment 70.22 Recreational Vehicle Ordinance - Mr. Olinghouse asked that a committee be formed to meet with the two councilmen on the ad-hoc commtttee. Chal'rman Jose and Commissioner Little volunteered to serve on a committee to resolve the recreational vehtcle ordtnanc 70.31 Noise Control Ordinance - Mr. Oll'nghouse commen that the staff wants to come up with a draft for thts ordinance as soon as possible. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Downtown Work Committee Reports - Mr. Ol'l'nghouse reported on a meeting held with seyeral property owner and merchants on February 4, 1372. COMMISSIONERS Motion Ayes Noes Absent CITY OF CARLSBAD -6- The chairman made comments regardtng procedure. lccording to the City Attorney, ff a motion l’s made 2nd seconded, the item can still be reopened and reconsidered if desired. 41~6, regarding a list of items wh?ch will come to public hearing date, the City Attorney checked and said the commission may receive such a list without violating any laws. 70.28 Freeway Landscaping - Mr. !I Recreation ‘Director, has rece Highways Landscaping Plans.. He begin in August, which is approx sooner than planned originally. type of landscaping they will do trees and ground covers they wil the plans are very good. Bob Johnston, Parks ived the DPvfsfon of sal’d the worR will imately 1 1/2 years He discussed the and gave a list of 1 utilize. He feels The chairman and commissioners gave their approval to send the plans on to the City Council. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 11:26 P.M, by proper voice vote approval. Respectfully submitted, SANDRA L. LUCKY, Secretary 1 COMMISSIONERS