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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-12-17; Planning Commission; MinutesCITY OF CAHLSBAD Minutes of: PLANNING COMMISSION Date of Meeting: December 17, 1980 Time of Meeting: 7.00 P.M. Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER was made by Chairman Marcus at 7.02 P.M. BOLL CALL PRESENT: CHAIRMAN MARCUS COMMISSIONERS HOMBOTIS, UHSON, LEEDS, FBIESTEDT, L'HEUBEUX AND JOSE Ex-Officio member Dan Hentschke, Assistant City Attorney, was also present. Staff members present were: Bill Hofman, Associate Planner Charles Grimm, Associate Planner Mike Howes, Assistant Planner Richard Allen, Principal Civil Engineer PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Marcus. AGENDA ITEM COMMUNICATIONS Bill Hofman advised that there were four items. The first concerned a memo to Commissioners which had indicated they would receive a Staff report for Conditional Use Permit 185. This report had been prepared and, at the applicant's request, it was passed out tonight as an information item. However, he indicated that it had been discovered that the item had not been properly noticed so the Commissioners would be unable to discuss or hear it this evening. It would be taken off the agenda and brought back at the next meeting on January 14. The second item concerned an addition to the agenda. This was the adoption of the resolution for the zone code amendment for the lifting of the planning moratorium which the Commission discussed at their last meeting. It could be approved at the end of the agenda. The third item raised by Mr. Hofman, which he stated could be discussed at the end of the meeting, was a possible workshop meeting in January. Page 1 Finally, Bill Hofman advised that a brochure had been passed out for the 1981 Planning Commissioners Institute Meeting sponsored by the League of California Cities in Sacramento on February 11 - 13. He indicated that those Commissioners intending to attend should notify Joan in Planning Department by the end of the week so reservations could be made, NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. GPA-57(A). SANDY - REQUEST TO AMEND THE LAND USE ELEMENT FROM RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DENSITY TO PROFESSIONAL AND COMMERCIAL ON THE EAST SIDE OF EL CAMINO REAL BETWEEN HOSP WAY AND ELM AVENUE. Charles Grimm advised that the initial studies on the General Plan Amendment were not included with the packet Commissioners received. He then presented the Staff report covering the location of the property, topography, and further discussed the traffic problems on El Camino Real with regard to access to the site. Mr. Grimm advised that there was the possibility of an access road being built in the existing open space behind the property to allow traffic to proceed to Hosp Way. Research had indicated the open space had been dedicated to the City and Mr. Grimm advised he had been out to the site accompanied. by a Staff Engineer who informed him it would be possible to run a road down to Hosp Way in this area. He then indicated that, in light of this, Staff was now changing their recommendation from denial to approval of the zone change. After discussion by the Commissioners regarding the possible access road and traffic problems, public hearing at 7.16 P.M. Chairman Marcus opened the The Commission recognized Mr. Nick Bancke, a Lawyer in Oceanside, representing the applicant. Mr. Bancke commented that the only issue presently before the Commission was the appropriateness of the land use. He advised that they were perfectly willing to come back before the Commission with the development planat the appropriate time. He further discussed the nearby zoning and the fact that this property would make a buffer between the residential and commercial uses of the area. He then indicated he would be willing to answer any questions. Commissioner Jose questioned the fact that in the reportsan indication had been made that there was a possibility of living quarters being built above the office area. Since it had been stated that this was not a desirable area for residential zoning because of the noise factor, he asked if these particular residents would not also be affected. Mr. Bancke stated that he felt the concept at the time had been that possibly architects and the like would occupy a condominium office suite and perhaps have living quarters too. However, he did not know if this was now the case. Page 2 - - Mr. Joe Sandy, 2921 Roosevelt, Carlsbad, then clarified the answer to this question by advising that originally they had been looking at a combination district which would have allowed this use but the concept had changed and it would now be only for professional use. Since no one else wished to speak, the public hearing was closed at 7.20 P.M. The Assistant City Attorney raised the question of possible problems in approving the negative declaration unless the initial study addressed the q,uestion of the road going through open space. Charles Grimm indicated that the open space in this case is basically a slope. Mr. Sandy informed the Commissioners that there were several other options open to provide access and he was willing to work with Staff on reaching a satisfactory conclusion. After further discussion, the Commission approved the following motion: THAT THE COMMISSION RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF GPA-57(A). MOTION: COMMISSIONER LARSON SECOND: COMMISSIONER LEEDS AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT AND L'HEUREUX NO!ES : COMMISSIONER JOSE 2. GPA-57(B). LA COSTA LAND COMPANY - REQUEST TO AMEND THE LAND USE ELEMENT FROM COMMERCIAL TO RESIDENTIAL HIGH DENSITY ON PROPERTY LOCATED BETidEEN RANCH0 SANTA FE ROAD AND CENTELLA STREET, SOUTH OF LA COSTA AVENUE. Charles Grimm presented the Staff Report and, with the aid of the overhead projector, pointed out that this land use was felt to be appropriate because of the surrounding zoning. Chairman Marcus then opened the public hearing at 7.31 P.M. The Commission recognized Paul Graham, La Costa Land Company, who advised he was willing to answer any questions from Commissioners. There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed at 7.32 P.M. The Commission then adopted the following motion: THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL APPROVAL OF GPA+W3) (RESOLUTION TO BE PROVIDED). Page 3 MOTION: COMMISSIONER JOSE SECOND: COMMISSIONER L'HEUREUX AYES: CHAIHMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FHIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE 3. GPA+?(C). KEVANE - REQUEST TO AMEND THE LAND USE ELEMENT FROM RESIDENTIAL LOW MEDIUM DENSITY 'TO RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM DtiNSITY ON PHOPERTY LOCATEI) ON THE EAST SIDE OF EL CAMINO REAL APPROXIMATELY .25 MILES SOUTH OF CHESTNUT, The Staff Report was presented by Charles Grimm who, with the aid of the overhead projector, expressed the concerns over increasing the density of this property. He pointed out the difficult topography of the site, the problems for adjoining single family residences should the increased density be approved, and the even greater problem of access on El Camino Real. Chairman Marcus opened the public hearing at 7.36 P.M. - The Commission recognized Mr. Robert Kevane, La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, who indicated he had owned this property since 1973. He advised that at that time it had been zoned for 14 units with a time limit of one year on the specific plan. However, because of financing and other problems he had requested an extension at the end of that year but was advised this would not be needed and the time limit had been eliminated. Mr. Kevane then advised that,because of changes in requirements, in 1977 they needed to process a tentative map. This they did and paid the necessary fees but the sewer moratorium came into effect and they were unable to continue. He indicated that he had felt all the time that 14 units had been approved for the site and that a General Plan Amendment was not necessary since the density with this number of units would be the same as that for the houses behind his property. Chairman Marcus sought clarification on the points raised by Mr. Kevane and Charles Grimm advised that when the General Plan changed in 1974 and this property was altered to Residential Low Medium density he felt sure the owners would have been notified at the time. The Commission then recognized Mr. Jack Sprague one of the owners of the property. Mr. Sprague pointed out that the property across the street has a higiler density than they would like to use. He advised that because of the economics of being required to redo the road to make the slope less steep and build a pump station at the bottom to bring in water, it would be appreciated if they could be allowed to go back to 14 units for the site. -. The public hearing then closed at 7.50 P.M. Page 4 Based upon findings and discussion, the Commission then adopted the following motion: THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION DENY GPA+?(C) FOR REASONS STATED IN THE STAFF REPORT. MOTION: COPIMISSIONER JOSE SECOND: COMMISSIONER FRIESTEDT AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONEdS BOMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FdIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE 4. GPA47(D), VALLAS - REQUEST TO AMEND THE LAND USE ELEMENT FROM GOVERNMENTAL FACILITIES TO RECREATION COMMERCIAL ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH~nlEST CORNER OF EL CAMINC REAL AND PALCMAH AIRPORT WAD. - Charles Grimm presented the Staff Report and, with the aid of the overhead projector, discussed the possible traffic problems which could be generated on El Camino Real. He advised that the applicant is also submitting a zone change to CT for a proposed small motel and Olympic golf course on the site. He further pointed out that the recommendation of denial is not based on the applicant's proposed project but rather upon Staff's feeling that the best land use for the area is the present Governmental Facilities or Planned Industrial. After some discussion by Commissioners, Chairman Marcus opened the public hearing at 8.09 P.M. - The Commission recognized Hr. Phil Stafford, Assistant Director of Airports for San Dieqo County, with an office at Palomar Airport. Mr. Stafford spoke at some length concerning the property in question. He advised that Airport Management was desirous of gaining revenue to support the airport from the development of this site and they were seeking the least dense use with the maximum revenue they could obtain. He stated that the proposal to develop a 72 unit motel in the southeast corner of the property with the remainder serving as open space with the golf course met all their requirements. If the property were to be developed industrially then it would be covered with buildings and Airport Management felt this was not an appropriate use in such close proximity to the airport. Mr. Stafford then enlarged upon negotiations which have been carried on during the last year and a half with Mr. Vallas and which had culminated with an option to lease the property. He pointed out that the applicant was not the property owner, but only the lessee. He further set out the details of the lease and reiterated the fact that the County is desirous of seeing this project approved. The Commission then recognized Mr. Ted Vallas who advised he has considerable background in lodge operations. He discussed the timing of guests registering at the motel and how this should cause Page 5 no traffic problems and also the fact that it was felt this facility would generate longer stays than overnight because of the recreational facilities provided. He pointed out that it would also provide recreation for the local community and generate room tax revenue for the city. Commissioner Jose then raised the question of noise complaints because of the close proximity to the airport. Hr. Vallas advised that this should be no problem because of the manner in which the motel would be constructed. Mr. Stafford then commented that it was a condition of the lease that the design for the building must include soundproofing. The public hearing was then closed at 8.29 P.M. Based upon findings and discussion, the Commission then approved the following motion: THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVE GPA+'(D), AND THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND THAT STAFF DRAFT A RESOLUTION FOR APPROVAL AND ADOPTION. MOTION: COMMISSIONER PRIESTEDT SECOND: COMMISSIONER ROMBGTIS AXES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS RGNBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, PRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE 5. GPA-J?(E). SIGNAL LANDMARK - REQUEST TO AMEND THE LAND USE ELEMENT FROM NON&RESIDENTIAL RESERVE TO PLANNED INDUSTRIAL ON PROPERTY LOCA'I'ED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF PALOMAH AIRPORT ROAD JUST SOUTH AND WEST OF PALOMAR AIRPORT. With the aid of the overhead projector, Charles Grimm discussed the site location. It was felt this land use was appropriate and less sensitive to airport noise. He advised that it was also felt this would be compatible with surrounding use. Chairman Marcus opened the public hearing at 8.36 P.M. The Commission recognized Mr. Bob Ladwig of Rick Engineering, representing Signal Landmark. Mr. Ladwig advised that he agreed with Staff's recommendations and requested approval of this application. Since no one else wished to speak, the public hearing was closed at 8.37 P.M. The Commission then approved the following motion: THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF GPA+(E), AND THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION, AND DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL. Page 6 -. MOTION: COMMISSIONER JOSE SECOND: COMMISSIONER L'HEUREUX AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE. NOES: NONE. RECESS The Commission recessed at 8:40 P.M. and reconvened at 8:53 P.M. 6. CT 80-44/CUP-190, SUDAN INTERIOR MISSION - REQUEST FOR A ONE LOT TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AND A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 22 UNIT NON-PROFIT RELIGIOUSLY- ORIENTED RETIREMENT CENTER FOR SUDANESE MISSIONARIES ON PROPERTY'LOCATED SOUTHWEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF PALOMAR AIRPORT ROAD AND LAUREL TREE ROAD IN THE R-1-10,000(Q) ZONE. Bill Hofman introduced the staff report and explained that the project had been created to provide a retirement center for Sudanese missionaries. He advised that City Council had previously rezoned this property and annexation should occur by February 1981. Mike Howes, with the aid of wall map exhibits, showed the location of units, open space around buildings, described the use of various buildings and commented on parking. With the aid of the overhead projector he then showed the street dedication required. He commented on the project being within the influence area of Palomar Airport Road and the possibility of it being adversely affected by noise in the future. He further advised that one of the conditions of approval was that the applicant sign a document granting appropriate easements or execute appropriate documents releasing the city and airportfrom any responsibility for airport-related noise impacts. Discussion then ensued concerning the reason for a Conditional Use Permit in relation to church related projects. The Assistant City Attorney advised that his office had reviewed the project and considered it did fall within a religious- related residential project under provisions of the code to allow for churches and church related facilities in an R-l zone with a Conditional Use Permit. He further advised that should the property change hands it could be used only for church related facilities and that the nature of use could not change. Chairman Marcus opened the public hearing at 9:08 P.M. The Commission recognized Mr. Paul Ladd of the Sudan Interior Mission who advised that he was well satisfied with the way staff had handled the project. He commented on the background of the Sudan Interior Mission and advised that they presently have a retirement village in Florida and had been seeking to establish a similar facility here. It would be occupied by their members, all of who had reached the age of 65 or older, with at least Page 7 - 30 years of service on the foreign field. He advised that these people really needed a place to live and feel the site is ideal for their requirements. Since no one else wished to speak, the public hearing was closed at 9.11 P.pI. Bill Hofman advised that there were two changes to the conditions which should be brought to the attention of the Commission. The first was under Engineering conditions. Condition No. 24 should be changed to read "The developer shall enter into future agreement to improve the off-site street based on the right-of-way of 42 feet along the subdivision frontage." He advised this had been discussed with the applicant and he was in agreement. The other change was to condition No. 28 which should now read "The applicant shall agree to modify the driveway entrance to the public street if required by the City Engineer when the street is extended or the future improvements are constructed.n Mr. Hofman further advised that the applicant was also in agreement on this change. After discussion on ensuring that wording is placed in the tract map and Conditional Use Permit identifying the religious nature of this project, the Commission adopted the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 1740 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CT 80-44 FOE A ONE LOT TENTATIVE TRACT NAP AND APPROVING CUP-190 IN ACCOHDANCE WITH STAFF RECOMHENDATIONS SUBJECT TO THE AMENtiMENT TO BOTH THE TRACT MAY AND CONDITION-AL USE PERMIT TO ADD AL>ilITPONAI; LANGUAGE NOT C)NLX AS SUGGtiSTEL) BY S'I'AFF BUT AS L>ISCUSSED BY THE COMMISSION. ALSO TO BE INCLUDED IS A CHANGE TO CONDITION 3 OF ,IHE CONDITIONAL USE EEdMIT, ALTEiiING THIS TO HEAD "APPLY FOR SUiiL>ING PERMITS WITHIN ONE YEAR". MOTION: COMMISSIONER L'HEUREUX SECOND: COMMISSIONER FRIESTEDT AXES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS RONBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE 7. CT 80-42/CP-136. HEATON - REQUEST FOR AN 11 UNIT TENTATIVE TRACT MAP AND CONDOMINIUM PERMIT ON PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF SANTA ISABEL STREET, LA COSTA, IN THE RD-M ZONE. Bill Hofman, with the aid of the overhead projector, presented the Staff Report. He described features of the project, including access and parking. He further pointed out the recreational features and advised that the project meets both the design - criteria and development standards of the condominium ordinance. Chairman Marcus then opened the public hearing at 9.24 P.M. The Commission recognized Mr. Jeff Heaton of San Diego Land Page 8 Corporation, 1335 Hotel Circle South, San Diego, who advised he would be happy to answer any questions from Commissioners. The Commission then recognized Mr. Dave Walton of San Diego Land Corporation who raised a question regarding the bond for the public facilities fee. The Assistant City Attorney advised this was usually paid at the time of the building permit and if Mr. Walton wished to discuss the bond then he should bring this up with the City Manager at a more appropriate time. Since no one else wished to speak, the public hearing closed at 9.27 P.M. The Commission then approved the following motion: THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVE THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION ISSUED BY THE PLANNING DIRECTOR AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1739 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CT 80-42/CP-136, TO THE CITY COUNCIL BASED ON THE FINDINGS AND SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS CONTAINED THEREIN. MOTION : COMMISSIONER LARSON SECOND: COMMISSIONER ROMBOTIS AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS HOMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES : NONE 8. CT 80.3O/CP-112. EVENT PROPERTIES - REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP AND CONDOMINIUM PERMIT TO DEVELOP 8 UNITS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF NAVARRA DRIVE, WEST OF VIEJO CASTILLA WAY IN THE RD-M ZONE. Bill Hofman detailed the Staff Report and, with the aid of a wall map, showed the location of buildings and described the underground parking and recreational facilities. Chairman Marcus opened the public hearing at 9.29 P.M. The Commission recognized Mr. Steve Reynolds, representing the applicant, who advised he would be happy to answer any questions. Mr. Reynolds then clarified questions raised by Commissioners regarding guest parking and the security gate. Since no one else wished to speak, the public hearing was closed at 9.30 P.M. Based upon discussion and findings, the Commission then approved the following resolution: - RESOLUTION NO. 1738 APPROVING CT 80-30/CP-112, BASED ON THE FINDINGS AND SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS CONTAINED IN TiiE STAFF REPORT, WITH THE ADDED CONDITION THAT THE TiJO PARKING SPACES PROVIDED ON SITE SHALLBE OUTSIDE THE SECURITY GATE. Page -9 - MOTION: COMMISSIONER JOSE SECONQ: COMMISSIONER FHIESTEDT AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FHIESTEDT, L'HEUBEUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE NEW DISCUSSION 9. REPORT ON. PRIVATE STREETS After some discussion concerning the 40 ft. radius turn around on a cul-de-sac, the Commission approved the following motion: THAT THE COMMISSION DIRECT STAFF TO SET TO PUBLIC HEARING CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT OF THE APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO PHIVATE STREET WIDTH STANDARDS. MOTION: SECOND: AYES: NOES: COMMISSIONER ROMBUTIS COMMISSIONER L'HEUREUX CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NONE 10. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE The Assistant City Attorney advised that this item is to consider the amendment of the Planning Commission's Conflict of Interest Code to bring it into conformance with recent amendments of the Fair Political Practices Act. This would make the Planning Commission‘s Code the same as that of the City Council. He further suggested that the Commissioners set this matter to public hearing at their first meeting in January. After some discussion concerning disclosure of income, the Commission approved the following motion: THAT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE BE SET FOR THE FIRST MEETING IN JANUARY. MOTION: COMMISSIONER LARSON SECOND: COMMISSIONER ROMBOTIS AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE. NOES: NONE 11. ZCA-130 The Commission adopted the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 1729 APPROVING THE LIFTING OF THE PLANNING MORATORIUM IN THE PAiOMkH AIRPORT SEWER SERVICE AREA. MOTION: COMMISSIONER L'HEUtiEUX SECOND: COMMISSIONER LEEDS Parze 10 :- AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS BOMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIES'PEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of November 26, 1980, were approved as submitted. MOTION: COMMISSIONER JOSE SECOND: COMMISSIONER FRIESTEDT AYES: CHAIRMAN MARCUS, COMMISSIONERS BOMBOTIS, LARSON, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONER LEEDS The Commissioners then discussed setting a date for a workshop meeting in January. It was decided this should take place on January 21. Chairman Marcus then raised the question of attendance at the meeting in Sacramento and discussion ensued concerning monies available in the budget for such a trip. The subject was then raised regarding Chairmanship of the Commission for 1981. The Commission approved the following motion: THAT MARY MARCUS CONTINUE AS CHAIRMAN FOR 1981. MOTION: COMMISSIONER ROMBOTIS SECOND: COMMISSIONER FRIES'IIEDT AYES: COMMISSIONERS ROMBOTIS, LARSON, LEEDS, FRIESTEDT, L'HEUREUX AND JOSE NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: CHAIRMAN MARCUS ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the meeting adjourned at 9.59 P.M. Respectfully submitted, JAMES C. HAGAMAN Secretary to the Planning Commission - Page 11