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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-08-11; Planning Commission; Minutesr· ' t (·'· ··• M!ETIRG OF: DAT! OF MEETING: ,., MINUTES PU.DI■~ CODISSIO■ August l l, 1982 ' \ TIM! OF MEETING: PI.AC!: OF MEETING: 7:00 P.11. City Council Chambers ~ ~ COMMISSIONERS i~~" CALL TO ORDER The meeting was call~d to order at 7:00 P.M. by Chairman Farrow. ROLL CALL Present -Farrow, Rmobotis, Jose, and Rawlins. Friestedt arrived at 7:10 P.H. Absent -Marcus, and SchlPhuber. Staff Members prpesent were: Charles Grinn, Associate Planner Michael Howes, Assistant Planner Richard Allen, City Engineer Ex-Officio Members present were: Michael Holzmiller, Land Use Planning Manager Daniel Hentschke, Assistant City Attorney PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Chairman Ferrow. PLANNING COMMISSION PROCEDURES Chair111Sn Farrow explained Planning Connission procedures in its capacity £8 an advisory Coanission to the City Council, and identified those matters delegated to the Planning Coanission for a final decision. Chairman Farrow further explained the procedure observed by the Cm.ieeion during public hearing items. CONJ'INUED PUBLIC HEARING l. ZC-246, BONS -Request for a Preannexational Zone Change from County S-90 to City of Carlsbad RD-H (Residential Density Multiple) for three parcels on 9.18 acres of land located on the east and west sides of El Camino Real approximately one mile north of Alga Road. Michael Howes gave a staff report on the matter. He indicated that since the applicant did not have plane to develop the property in the near future, the L-C deaignation was previously acceptable to the applicant. However, LAFCO would not approve an annexation of property with an L~ designation, aa they felt the property should have a acre definitive zoning. The applicant ia now, therefore, requesting the E-A zone, rather than the L~. Mr. Bovee concluded that Staff i1 reco-nding that the property be given a preannexational zoning of E-A (!xcluaively Agricultural), and that Staff be directed to reviae Reaolution No. 1990, to reco-nd approval of ZC-246 fro■ County S-90 to City of Carlsbad E-A. He added that the reviaed leaolution would be ready for Coaaiaaion approval at the -•ting of Septeaber 8, 1982. ror clarificaton purpoaea, the Aaaiat~nt City Attorney explained the aiai.laritiea between ~he L~ and E-A zones. MINUTES Auguat 11, 1982 Page 2 COMMISSIONERS Di1cuasion related to the pos1t1on taken by LAFCO on the Mtter, and the feasibility of changing from the proposed L-C to E-A. Chairman Farrow opened the public hearing and extended the invitation to speak. The Conniseion recognized Hr. Joe Sandy, 2956 Roosevelt, Carlsbad, representing the applicant . Hr. Sandy indicated that their desire is annexation to the City; however, they are willing to accept E-A in hopes that it will work. He added that they are hoping to discuss the matter further vith LAFCO between now and the time they go before the City Council. In response to Connission query regarding the proposed reviaion of the Resolution to include E-A, Hr. Sandy atated his opinion that same would stand a better chance than the L-C at this point. However, he indicated that LAFCO is somewhat inconsistent. Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow closed the public hearing. The Connission continued the matter to the meeting of September 22, 1982. The Coanission recomended, by minute motion, that the City Manager include the problems associated with this pre-zoning when he meets with LAFCO. N!W PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. CT 82-5/PUD-39/V-337, FONTANA/MUDGE -Request for approval of a 64-unit tentative tract map and planned unit develop-at, and a setback variance on tvo of the units on property vest of Neblina Drive and 1outh of future Ta-rack Avenue in the R-A-1O,OOO zone. Co.aia1ioner Roabotia indicated he would abstain on this itea, aa he ha1 a pos1ible conflict of interest. Michael Roves gave a ataff report on the matter, as contained in the vritten report. In reaponae to co-is1ion query regarding the open apace, Nr. Rovea explained that it vill be planted in a mixture of native apeciea, and drought tolerant exot i c specie,, 10 it vill blend into the natural habitat . He added that a condition could be added to reflect 1uch a r equire-nt. Qiair-n Farrow opened the public hearing and extended the invitat ir,n to apeak. The co-ia1~on recognized Mr . Wea Mudge, the applicant, 2238 Del Mar ~eight• Road, Del Mar. Hr. Mudge gave 1ome bacltground on the -tter, and indicated that becau1e of the uniquenesa of the property he choae to develop••- under the nev PD Ordinance. Mr. Mudge alao addre1aed hie atteapt to preaerve a good portion of the property•• natural, open apace. Farrow Rombotis Jose Rawlins Friestedt Farrow Romboti1 Jose Rawlins Friestedt X X X X X X X X X X X 1 MINUTES Auguat 11 , 1982 Page 3 COMMISSIONERS With regard to landscaping, Mr. Mudge indicated that there •••afire that occurred on the property, and that area will be hydroaeeded with natural materials and temporarily landacaped. He added that it i1 their intention, as soon •• grovth occurs there, to remove the irrigation and the area vill be put back to its natural state. The Coaaission recognized Mr. Dan Groth, 4957 Avila, Carlabad. He inquired if there would be no final map approval on the projer.t until there is public street acceaa secured across to Tamarack and Skyline. Mr. Roves indicated that it is required that they connect to Ta-rack Avenu~. In response to query fr0111 Mr. Groth regarding balancing of the earthwork on the site, Mr. Mudge explained that the aite does balance with the exception of Highridge Avenue, vhich is the existing link between an existing tentative -P· He added that in the grading process, some dirt will be removed. Mr . Groth inquired if there would be a temporary or pe~neot pump station to handle sewage at Neblina and Avila. Richard Allen, the City Engineer, indicated that he is not faai.liar with the details of the first phase of the project, whether there will be a need for any temporary aever pump, or whether it would gravity right fr01D the beginning. Be added that there will be no permanent pump atationa ; however, he is not familiar with the phasing. Mr. Mudge further indicated that there is no need for a temporary pump station. With regard to the recreational and RV storage areas, Mr. Groth exprease rl concern with regard to the future corner lot, a1 i t is likely to have two public streets around it, border,, ae well aa a paved area with RV etorage. He concluded by sugge~t iog that eoae alternative epots be atudied for th~ RV atorage. Mr. Bovee reaponded that Staff hae worked with the applicant eitenaively, and feel, that once the RV etorage ia in, it will be heavily landecaped, and the corner lot vill look back into a wall of vegetation. Mr. Groth reiterated hi1 concern regar di ng the propoeed RV atorage area and it, affect on the f uture corner lot, and requeated co-iaaion conaideratioo of aaae. The Co~aaion recognized Mr . Nick Banche, 702 Fourth Street, Oceanaide, repr~;~oting Mr . and Mr a. Safri who reaide on Skyline Road. Mr. Bauche spoke in oppo,itiou to the project, and indicat~d that very aevere slope, are being left alone ea they cannot be ueed. He added that other are•• are being bypaaaed a, they contain 1en1itive botanical -teriala. Re eipreaaed the opi nion that the open apace• are thoae are•• that cannot be uaed under any circuaatance,, theref or e, there are 64 uni t, on 13 acrea. Mr. Banche continued, requeating the Coaaiaaion conaider that thi a i 1 the firet project being preaented under the n-Ordi nance, vhich ••• deaianed to encourage ,enaitive ua~ of land, prevent unneceaaary grading, and encourage uaa ?f cluater houaing. MINUTES August 11 , 1982 Page 4 Mr. Banche continued that if approved, the City would loose the protection given to establish neighborhoods in the past. He indicated he felt that the findings cannot be made from a legal standpoint to support the variance, and expressed willingness to respond to any questions. Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow closed the public hearing. Hr. Mudge responded to Commission questions regarding the distribution mix of lot sizes. The Conmission adopted the following Resolutions, recol!Elending epproval of CT 82-5, PUD-39, and V-337 to the City Council, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein; with the addition of a condition to provide for hydroseeding of the open space : 3. RESOLITTION NO. 1998, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A 64- UNIT TENTATIVE TRACT HAP AND PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ON PROPERTY GENERALLY LOATED WEST OF NEBLINA DRIVE AND SOITTH OF FUTURE TAMARACK AVENUE IN THE R-A-10,000 ZONE . RESOLITTION NO. 1999, APPROV HlC A VARIANCE T) REDUCE THE FRONT YARD SETBACK OIJ TWO UNITS OF A 6l,-!JNIT PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ON PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED WEST OF NEBLINA DRIVE AND SOUTH OF FITTURE 1 .-\MARAC:I( AVENUE. CT 82-141 MCMILLIN DEVELOPMENT, IN~. -Request for approval of a tentative subdivision map to create 38 single family lots east of Pontiac Drive, north anu south of Victoria Avenue and west of f uture Elm Avenue in the R-1-7500 Zone . Charles Grium gave the staff report, essenti.ally as contained in the written report . He indicated that Staff is recoumending the following addition to Condition No . 14 of the Resolution: '"The Land Use Planni ng Manager shall have the authority to approve minor encroachments of decks or similar uncovered structures within the first 10 feet of the open space easement, abutting lots 231 through 244. Plans for development of such structures shall be approved prior to issuance of a building permit, or placement of such structures." Chairman Farrow opened the public hearing, and extended the invitation to speak. The co-is• ion recognized Hr . E,1 E 11 iot t, Vice-President of HcHillin Development, 2727 Ho?ver Avenue, National City. Hr. Elliott referenced ConJition No . 32, and indicated that the Ci ty received a le tter from Woodeide/Kubota, explaining that the applicant has existing contracts with Costa Real Municipal Water Dietrict, regardless of the local situation. lo conclueion, Hr. Elli ott expresseci willingness to respond to any questions. Since no one else wished to speak on the matt e r, Chairman Farrow cloaed the public hearing . Farrow X Rombotis X Jose X Rawlins X Friestedt X X MINUTES August 11 , 1982 Page 5 The Comnission approved the Negative Declaration issued by the Land Use Planning Manager, and adopted the following Resolution, approving CT 82-14, baaed on the findings and subject to the conditions contained in the etaff report, with the addition to Condition No. 14: RESOLUTION NO. 2000, APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP TO CREATE 38 SINGLE FAMILY Lars ON PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF PONTIAC DRIVE , HORTH AND SOUTH OF VICTORIA AVENUE AND WEST OF FUTURE ELM AVENUE . , ' 4. CT 82-11/PUD-44, PLAZA SERENA DE LA COSTA -Request for an 8 unit Tentative Tract Hap and Planned Unit Development on property loated at the end of Luciernaga Court between Luciernaga Street and Argonauts Place in the R-2 Zone. Michael Howes gave a staff report on the matter, indicating that Staff is recoamending that if the Co-ission approves the project, that Staff be directed to return at the next meeting with the approva l documents, at which time the new Planned Development Ordinance will be in effect. Chairman Farrow openeJ the public hearing, and extended the invitation to speak. The Coamie~ion reco~nized Hr . Dan Goodman, •he developer, 13665 Pine Nee~l~s ~r~ve, ~~l Har. With the 9id of a wall exhibit, Mr. Goodman briefly outlined the design of the project, and expreased willingness to respond to any questions. The Comiasion recognized Mr. Charles Duff, 630 Sabrina Way, Vista, speaking on behalf of hie eister and brother- in-law, Frank and Charlene Scott, 7103 Babilonia, La Costa, vho are out of town on business. Mr. Duff indiceted that they oppose the project due to t he mix in values of the different properties . He expressed the opinion that the properties on the top of the hill wi l l detract from the values of those properties across t he street from the subject property. Hr. Duff added that other concerns are traffic and density. The Comnission recognized Mr. Seymour Canter, 2600 Argonauts Place, Carlsbad. Mr . Canter inquired regarding the number of units allowed on certain lots, and expressed concern with regard to the affects of the project on adjacent property owners, i.e ., views, denaity. He concluded by expressing opposition to the project. Mr. Hovea responded that the 111ze of the lots would have to be calculated, and it would also depend on the shape of the lota. The Comiaeion recognized Mr . John Conti, 6817 Luciernaga Court, Carlsbad. Mr. Conti spoke in opposition of the project, and expressed concern with regard to traffic, density, and parking. The co-iaaion recognized Mr. Richard Mather, 6816 Luciernaga Court, Carlsbad. Mr . Mather expressed the opinion that the project will not enhance his property, and spoke in opposition of same due to increased density. Farrow I x Rombotis X Jose X I x Rawlins X Friestedt X 5 MINUTES ~ '\ August 11, 1982 Page 6 0~ ~~"~ COMMISSIONERS ~ i~ ~\ The Cotmniesion recognized Hr. Bill Watt, 6814 Luciernaga Court, Carlsbad. Hr. Watt expressed opposition to the project, and indicated he was in agreement with the co-nte made by his neighbors. The Cotmnieeion recognized Hr. Arthur Gilad, 2958 Levante Street, Carlsbad. Re inquired regarding the size and value of the unite proposed. Mr. Goodman responded that the units will be valued at approximately $245,000., and will be 2200 to 3000 square feet. Mr. Gilad indicated that he 1s the owner of lot #182 on the opposite side, and is currently breaking ground for a duplex. Re added that the units will be 2300 square foot, 2-atory units, and they will be valued at approximately $160,000. He continued to express hie opinion that there ia no room for the 8 units proposed by the applicant 1n this particular area, and at that price. He concluded that he opposes the development as it is not compatible with the area . Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow closed the public hearing. With r egar ~ t o traffic, Richard Allen, the City Engineer, explained that there 1s no problem with r~b 1rd to the street capacity handling the through traffic. With regard to parking, he indicated there will be a problem on the cul-ae-sac; however, the developer has to put in all the parking spaces required by the ordinance on-site, which 1s two spaces per unit for each owner, plus one space for every two units for visitors . For clarification purposes, Ccmmissioner Friestedt addressed the issue of p1zservation of views. It was noted that the project was reviewed under the new PUD Ordinance; however, the Ordinance does not go into effe~t until August 20, 1982. Therefore, the Commission agreed that the project could be approved at this meeting, and the documents returned for adoption at the meeting of August 25, 1982 , at which time the Ordinance would be in effect. The Co11Dission approved the Negative Declaration issued by the Land Use Planning Manager, and directed Staff to return at the next regular meeting with a Resolution of approval for CT 82-11/PUD-44 . RECESS Qlairman Farrow called a recess at 8:57 P.H., and the Co-iasion reconvened at 9:10 P .H., with five members present. 5. CT 82-4/PUD-38 BIRTCHER BUSINESS CENTER -Request for approval o! a Tentative Subdivision Hap and Planned Un it Development to create 7 industrial lots on the south side of Palomar Airport Road to the we~t of Palomar Oaks Way in the P-H Zone. Michael Howes gave a staff report on the Matter, as contained in the written report. Farrow Roaabotis Jose Rawlins Fries tedt X X X X X X MINUTES 1! '' ~ ~"",~ ~ ____ Au_1_u_•t_1_1,_19_s_2 __________ P_a.;;..ge_7 ___ c_O_M.,.M_I_SS_IO_N_E_AS __ o~._.~~;:..-l~,~~~~~ ..... " 1 Chairman Farrow opened the public hearing. The Co11111iasion recognized Hr. Bob Campbell, representing Birtcher Pacific, 2 Morrow Bay, Corona Del Mar. Hr. Caapbell indicated that the final draft of the conditions eliminated Condition No. 30, and added a new condition with regard to the City controlling water service. He added that he was not previously aware of the condition, and indicated that the applicant has substantial inveatment in the Costa Real Municipal Water District, and would like to retain that, as opposed to changing over to City atandards. Michael Holzmiller responded that this is a standard condition that has been put on all project approvals, and it juat indicates that water shall be provided by the City of Carlsbad, unless some other arrangement is approved by the City Council. He added that it was not part of the staff report when it went to the DCC meeting, which was an oversight, and it was subsequently added. Hr. Holzmiller continued that the City has reached an interim agreement with Costa Real Municipal Water District (CRMWD), and boundaries have been drawn which primarily follow the same boundaries that a.e currently served by the City and CRMWD. He added that the City will continue to place this condition on all projects as it is only an interim agreement, and each project will be served by the district it is presently in. The Coamission recognized Hr. Al Aladray, Rancho Santa Fe, owner of the property west of the Birtcher property. He indicated he had planned to put a 10,000 square foot office building and warehouse on his property; however, it the road goes in to the rear of his property, it will take half of the property away. Richard Allen responded that Staff's proposal is to put a continuous frontage road that goea from this project to the future College Avenue, west of the second large lot . He continued that a condition could be added that would require th~ developer to provide approximately 3,000 aquare feet to the middle property, in exchange for the middle property dedicating 40 feet across the property, and when the property to the weat comes in they would be required to give 3,000 square feet to the middle property for that dedication. The middle property would not loose any square footage, and it would enable the people to the eaat and west to connect their two roads. Mr. Campbell responded that the applicant was approached by the City, indicating they did not like the cul-de-sac, and what they wanted was a frontage road going through to College. He added that the applicant was willing to go along with the cul-de-aac and give Hr. Aladray the right turu only easement on both •idea; howe"er, it was the City's decision not to go along with th~t. Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow continued the public hearing. The Coamiaaion continued the matter to the meeting of Auguat 25, 1982, and directed Staff to return with a plan acceptable to the applicant, adjacent pro?erty owner and the City, regarding the frontage road. Farrow X Rombotia X Joae X Rawl i na X Frieatedt X X @J MINUTES Augu1t 11, 1982 Page 8 COMMISSIONERS 6. CT 82-9/CP-210, P--+1 INDUSTRIES -Request for approval of a 12-unit Tentative Tract Map and Condominium Permit, located on the north side of Luciernaga Street, west of Urubu Street in the RD--+1 Zone. Charles Gri11111 gave a staff report on the matter . Chairman Farrow opened the public hearing and extended the invitation to speak. The Co11111ission recognized Hr. Richard Armstrong, Architect representing the applicant, 2286 Valley Road, who expressed willingnees to respond to any questions. Mr. Armstrong responded to Commission questions regarding landecaping and design criteria. The Comnission r£cognized a representative from Brian Saith Engineers, 2656 State Street, Carlsbad. He indicated that they own an adjacent lot, and will be filing a one lot subdivision, and will have to include the adjacent lot by adjueting the line five feet into the adjacent property. Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow closed the public hearing. The Colll!lission approved the Negative Declaration issued by the Land Use Planning Manager, and directed Staff to return Resolution NO. 2001, approving CT 82-9/CP-210, baeed on the findings and subject to the conditions contained in the staff report . 7. CT 82-13/PUD-43, HAMSAYEH/ADESHIRI -Request for approval of a Tentative Tract Map and Planned Unit Development to create four single-family lots on the south side of El Fuerte Street, 140 feet west of Cacatua Street. This area is zoned R-1-7500. With the aid of a wall exhibit showing the driveway alignment of the project, Charles Gri11111 gave a staff report on the matter. Co11111issioner Rawlins expressed concern with regard to the elope and drainage, although it is comparatively stablized at present, and requeeted further information with regard to the eoil, to pre.eat further slippage. C~111111ission di1cuaaion reflected aame. Mr. Allen indicated that a condition could be added, requiring the applicant to eubait a soil stability report. He added that he will have to submit a soil engineering report ae a part of the grading condition. Chairman Farrow opened the public hearing and extended the invitation to ■peak. The co-i■■ion recognized Mr . Morey Alters, 2844 Cacatua Street, Carl■bad. Kr. Alter■ expressed concern in that the applicant was not pre■ent at the meeting to an■wer questions, and epoke in oppo■ition of the project due to grading and compati bi lity of prope rty values. Farrow Rombotis Jose Rawlins Friestedt X X X X X X MINUTES August 11, 1982 Page 9 COMMISSIONERS The Coanission recognized Hs. Jane Smith, 2840 Cacatua Street, Carlsbad. He. Smith expressed concern with regard to drainage, grading, and the affect regarding property values, and expressed the opinion that further study should be conducted on the project. The Coanission recognized Hr. Joe Nicosia, 2861 Cacatua Street, Carlsbad. Hr. Nicosia inquired how the Homeowners Association is going to provide for the irrigation and maintenance of the slope, and what size houses are going to be built on the subject property. He further expressed the opinion that since the applicant was not present, the matter should be tabled. Charles Griam responded that all surrounding areas are zoned R-1-7500. With regard to the Homeowners Association, he explained that there is a requirement that an Association be formed, and that CC&R 's br: established. The Coamiss ion recognized Hr. Gene Smith, '..840 Cacatua Street, Carlsbad. Hr. Smith inquired with regard to lot size, and the ability to split a lot. Hr. Howes responded that it would depend on the zoning and size of the lot. Hr. Smith further inquired if the developer has submitted any plans for the houses. Hr . Griam responded that no development plans have been submitted to date. The Coanission recognized Hrs. Louise Schoos, 2824 Cacatua Street, Carlsbad. Hrs. Schoos expressed concern regarding the slope and drainage, and requested clarification of the lot split issue. Since no one else wished to speak on the matter, Chairman Farrow closed the public hearing. Michael Holzmiller indicated that Staff feels the proposal is good in concept &B the property is zoned R-1-7500, and the applicant could come in and divide it up into standard lots, and Staff feels it is better to move the development onto the flatter portions of t;1e site. However, when the plan va• submitted, Staff did indicate that normally under a Planned Unit Development plans must be submitted for the houses, and the applicant indicated that he wanted to do a custom lot project; therefore, the plans have not been formalized to date. Mr. Holzmiller continued that Staff cannot answer any questions with regard to the size and architecture of the units; however, he added that if there is concern on the part of the Co-isaion, Staff feels the applicant should be reepon1ible for anavering to same, in proving that the unite to be placed on the property will be compatible with the surrounding area. He concluded that the applicant waa infor-d of the meeting, and was aware of the concern■ ·regarding the plan• not being submitted for the houaes . co-iseioner Rombotis expressed the opinion that a ■lope stability analyaia 1hould be required to the satiafaction of the City Engineer, prior to approval; and that there be no further 1ubdivi1ion on lot 4 . He added that he would like to 1ee the CC&R'1. MINUTES August 11, 1982 Page 10 COMMISSIONERS Following brief discussion, the Counnission continued the matter to the meeting of September 8, 1982, to allow for the presence of the developer, to address the issues of the elope analysis, the type of houses proposed for the lots, and the CC&R's. DISCUSSION ITEM 8. SOP 82-2, KOLLS/WELLS -Request for approval of a Site Development Plan to allow the grading of a 17 acre parcel of industrially zoned property located on the east side of El Camino Real immediately north of the Cablevision Building. Charles Grimm gave a brief staff report on the matter, as contained in the written report . Mr. Frank Finney, Engineer representing the applicant, addressed the Co1m1ieaion. Mr. Finney expressed concern with regard to the requirement for the concrete drainage ditch, and indicated that same is contrary to what they are trying to do. He added that it was deleted from the Resolution; however, was not deleted from the staff report. He further indicated that the complete set of grading and erosion control plans have been submitted, and requested that the reference to the drainage ditch be removed from the staff report. He concluded by expressing willlingness to respond to any questions. The Commission approved the Negative Declaration issued by the Planning Director, and adopted the following Resolution , approving SOP 82-2, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein: RESOLlITION NO. 1997, APPROVING A SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN NO. 82-2 TO ALLOW THE GRADING OF A 17 ACRE PARCEL ON PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF EL CAMINO REAL IMMEDIATELY NORTH OF THE CABLEVISION BUILDING. APPROVAL OF MINtrI'ES Minutes of the Regular meeting, held July 28, 1982, were approved as submitted. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the meeting was adjourned at 10:22 P.H. Respectfully Submitted, Ann R. Alleman, Minutes Clerk (Minutes prepared from tape.) 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