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Minutes of: PLANNING COMMISSION
Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m.
Date of Meeting: March 15, 2017
Place of Meeting: COUNCIL CHAMBER
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Segall called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner L’Heureux led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Segall, Commissioners Anderson, Black, Goyarts, L’Heureux, Montgomery
and Siekmann
Absent: None
STAFF PRESENT
Don Neu, City Planner Ron Kemp, Assistant City Attorney
Farah Nisan, Secretary Teri Delcamp, Principal Planner
Chris Garcia, Associate Planner Greg Fisher, Associate Planner
Austin Silva, Associate Planner Jeremy Riddle, Associate Engineer
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Segall asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of January
18, 2017.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that she was absent. MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner L’Heureux and duly seconded by Commissioner Black to
approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 18, 2017.
VOTE: 6-0-1
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner
Goyarts, Commissioner L’Heureux and Commissioner Montgomery
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Siekmann
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of February
1, 2017.
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MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner
Siekmann to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 1, 2017.
VOTE: 7-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner
Siekmann
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of February
15, 2017. Chairperson Segall referred to the bottom of page 9 from the City Planner Comment section and stated that the date should be changed from March 16th to February 16th.
MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Siekmann to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 15, 2017 as
amended.
VOTE: 7-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner
Siekmann
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Gary Nessim, 2987 Highland Drive, encouraged the Planning Commission to think about long term parking
solutions in the village. He stated that shared private public parking structures should be thought of as well
and suggests that parking spaces be allowed to be purchased for residential developments.
Robert Wilkinson, Suite I, 2911 State Street, commented that Imagine Carlsbad is looking to the Planning
Commission for leadership in planning for the village and stated that mixed use projects in the core area of
the village are encouraged and should propose a balanced mix of uses. Mr. Wilkinson concluded stating
that commercial spaces should have commercial grade ceiling height and that automobile lifts are
appropriate for transit oriented developments.
CONTINUED PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Chairperson Segall asked Mr. Neu to introduce the first item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 1.
1. CDP 16-30 – VIGILUCCI’S SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE REMODEL – Request for a
Coastal Development Permit for an interior remodel to relocate the restaurant’s kitchen to
the rear of the building, relocate an existing dining area to the front of the restaurant with no increase in square footage or in overall seating, and an associated exterior remodel.
The site is located at 3878 Carlsbad Boulevard in the Commercial Tourist (C-T) zone, within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities
Management Zone 1. The project qualifies as a CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(a) (Existing Facilities) Class 1 Categorical Exemption. This project is not located within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission.
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2. RP 16-12/CDP 16-28 – ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY STUDENT ENRICHMENT CENTER – Request for a recommendation of approval of a Major Review Permit and Coastal
Development Permit to allow for the construction of a two-story 4,714 square foot building for student meeting and exhibition space at the south end of the athletic complex at 2800
Carlsbad Boulevard in District 9 of the Village Review Zone, the Village Segment of the Local Coastal Program, and within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The City Planner
has determined that this project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary for Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the environment, and is therefore
categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to Section 15332 (In-Fill Development Projects) of the State CEQA
Guidelines.
Mr. Neu stated Agenda Items 1 and 2 would normally be heard in a public hearing context; however, the projects appear to be minor and routine in nature with no outstanding issues and staff recommends
approval. He recommended that the public hearing be opened and closed, and that the Commission proceed with a vote as consent items. Staff would be available to respond to questions if the Commission
or someone from the public wished to comment on Agenda Items 1 and 2.
Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Items 1 and 2. Seeing none, he opened and closed public testimony.
MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner L’Heureux that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7230 approving Coastal Development Permit CDP 16-30 based on the findings
and subject to the conditions contained therein.
VOTE: 7-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner
Goyarts, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner Siekmann
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner L’Heureux that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution
No. 7231 recommending approval of a Major Review Permit and Coastal Development Permit RP 16-12/CDP 16-28 to the City Council based on the findings
and subject to the conditions contained therein.
VOTE: 7-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner
Siekmann
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Chairperson Segall closed public hearing on Agenda Items 1 and 2, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next
item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3.
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3. CT 16-02/RP 16-08 – OCEAN – Request for a recommendation of approval of a Tentative Tract Map and Major Review Permit to demolish an existing office building for the
construction of 17 multi-family residential air space condominium units on a 0.487-acre project site located at 2501 State Street within District 4 – Residential Support Area of the
Village Review (VR) Zone and Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The City Planner has determined that this project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary for
Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the environment, and is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental
documents pursuant to section 15332 (In-fill Development Projects) of the State CEQA guidelines.
Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 3 and stated Associate Planner Greg Fisher would make the staff presentation.
Chairperson Segall asked if any of the Commissioners have ex parte communications to disclose for this item.
Commissioner Black disclosed that he viewed the property on Google Maps. Commissioner Goyarts disclosed that he visited the project site a few times and researched for online articles.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that she visited the site and has driven by the project site. Commissioner L’Heureux disclosed that he has also visited the site and viewed the property on Google
Earth. Commissioner Montgomery stated that he visited the site.
Chairperson Segall disclosed that he also visited the site viewed the property on Google Earth. Mr. Fisher gave a presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Goyarts inquired about the nature of the existing operating business. Mr. Fisher replied stating that current tenant is also the applicant servicing a Soil Retention business.
Commissioner Anderson asked how the greater need for electric charging stations be accommodated for in the future. Mr. Fisher stated that the project is exempted from the city’s Climate Action Plan (CAP)
program however; there are two charging units proposed for the site. Commissioner Goyarts asked if the project is within the zone where the condominiums may be advertised
for Vacation Rentals by Owner (VRBO). Mr. Fisher stated no. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant
wished to make a presentation. Jan Erik Jansson, 2501 State Street and 7974 Entrada de Luz, San Diego, assisted by Jason Simmons,
Consultants Collaborative, 116 Industrial Street, San Marcos, made a presentation. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of the applicant.
Commissioner L’Heureux asked if there is any access from the project to the property located behind the
project occupied by North County Transit. Mr. Jansson stated no.
Commissioner Siekmann inquired about renewables and energy efficiency. Mr. Simmons stated that water
will be captured off the roof and decks, cleaned through filters and electric charging stations have been added. Commissioner Siekmann wondered if there will be possible solar panels or solar water heaters
added to the project in the future. Mr. Simmons replied stating that the project site will be wired and capable for solar energy.
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Dirk Thelen, Withee Malcolm Partnership, 2251 West 190th Street, Torrance, project architect, added that everything based on the CALgreen building code must be solar ready.
Chairperson Segall asked if two charging station would be available or just two outlets. Mr. Thelen stated
that there will be outlets available and could be expanded upon request based on the Homeowners Association (HOA) decision.
Commissioner Black asked if triple pane windows have been considered to help reduce noise from the
railroad tracks. Mr. Simmons stated that there is a 42 inch barrier to help attenuate the sound. Mr. Thelen added that noise studies that are based on the corridor will determine the need for triple or double pane
windows.
Commissioner L’Heureux asked how the seven compact car spaces will be assigned, monitored and regulated. Mr. Simmons replied through the HOA.
Commissioner Anderson inquired about windows. Mr. Thelen stated that there will be stationary windows,
operable windows in certain locations and vent-able windows that meet the code requirements in regards to fresh air and emergency egress.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions for the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if
any person in the audience wished to speak on the item and opened public testimony.
Mark Marson, 2513 State Street, shared his concerns with parking, additional traffic and safety.
Norm Witt, 13 Corporate Plaza, Newport Beach, stated that he enjoys Carlsbad and urged the Planning Commission to approve the project.
Neil Bradley, 2517 State Street, stated his concerns with pedestrian safety, parking and traffic on State
Street.
Scott Lyle, 2511 State Street, shared his concerns with the project site blocking ocean views from his property. Mr. Lyle stated that the air conditioning units will generate noise and shared concerns with
parking, traffic, speeding and pedestrian safety.
Rebecca Eller, 2509 State Street, shared her concerns with building height limitation and the obstruction of ocean views.
Jodi Good, 2475 Jefferson Street, shared her concerns with parking and traffic.
Penny Johnson, 1360 Hillview Court, shared her concerns with building height and the village atmosphere.
Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 3. Seeing none,
he closed public testimony.
Commissioner Siekmann asked if the applicant considered a right turn only out of the subject property. Mr. Thelen stated that the project will have a low trip count it and will not be necessary.
Commissioner L’Heureux asked if it would be possible for the HOA to add pedestrian access from the
project site to the property located behind the project occupied by North County Transit. Mr. Thelen stated that there are areas that pedestrian access would be applied to; however, since it is not planned and it is
private property, there are no gates indicating pedestrian access.
Commissioner Anderson asked about the level of visibility as vehicles exit the parking lot. Mr. Thelen stated that there is a 2% grade transition.
Commissioner Black asked if traffic calming devices have been considered in the area where public safety
is at risk. Senior Engineer Jeremy Riddle replied stating that traffic calming requests are triggered from residents living in that area that would contact the city through the traffic department to find out and explore
opportunities where new traffic calming measures could be employed. Mr. Riddle stated that he is not aware that it has been identified. Commissioner Black asked if contact information could be forwarded to
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residents regarding traffic calming. Mr. Neu stated yes, the most appropriate approach would come from the traffic division where they work with speeding and other mitigation on existing roadways. Mr. Neu added
that the proposed project is expected to generate fewer average daily trips (ADT) than the existing land use.
Commissioner Siekmann asked if staff could recommend something that could go along with the project to
address issues related to traffic. Mr. Neu suggests that the traffic department be notified and share contact information from the residents so that they could evaluate the area.
Commissioner Anderson asked if staff is aware of any parking issues on Laguna Drive and access to the
Maxton Brown Park. Mr. Riddle stated no.
Mr. Riddle clarified that the current ADT of the existing commercial building is 160 ADT and the proposed project’s ADT is 136 per day.
Chairperson Segall asked if there is a way that the discussions related to the Seagrove project be forwarded
to Kimley-Horn and Associates so that they understand the issues raised. Mr. Neu stated yes, they have been evaluating approved projects and existing conditions and added that they will make a recommendation
of what the parking rates should be in the future.
Commissioner L’Heureux asked what type of structures could be allowed to be built on the roof deck. Mr. Fisher stated that permanent structures must meet the building height limit of 45 feet. Mr. Neu added that
temporary structures would be regulated by the HOA.
DISCUSSION
Commissioner Black stated that he is pleased with the design of the project and is concerned with the public safety issues. He recommends that the residents at Seagrove and future residents should share their
concerns with the city to voice their opinions. Commissioner Black stated that he can support the project.
Commissioner Anderson stated that she has concerns about the city policy of no onsite guest parking and accommodation for delivery vehicles. She shared her concerns with the roof deck and stated that she
thinks it would be considerate to have restrictions on umbrellas or temporary shade structures that obstruct views. Commissioner Anderson concluded stating that there should be noise restrictions at night from large
gatherings on roof decks.
Commissioner L’Heureux also shared his concerns with roof decks and the city’s lack of standards. He added that since other projects have time, noise and lighting limits, he believes that the Commission is
doing a disservice to the community by ignoring the possibility. Commissioner L’Heureux stated that he is concerned with traffic safety and thinks that it is very myopic of traffic safety to wait until future residents
move in that area and have a problem with safety before it is addressed.
Commissioner Goyarts agrees that a need for a separate motion for the traffic department to proactively review the traffic issues for the project and the area along State Street to implement the needed changes
before the project is completed.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that she would like to second the motion that Commissioner Goyarts suggested.
Mr. Neu clarified that a separate motion would not necessary if the Traffic Engineer is informed and staff
coordinates with the traffic department.
Commissioner Montgomery stated that he is concerned with the development standards and 45 foot building height. He believes that every smart developer would maximize the height of the project location
at some point and worries that good design and planning will not be implemented. Commissioner Montgomery stated that he can approve the project.
Chairperson Segall stated that he can also support the project and also shared concerns with traffic
mitigation, outstanding parking issues and obstructions to views.
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MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Siekmann that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution
No. 7229 recommending approval of Tentative Tract Map CT 16-02 and Major Village Review Permit RP 16-08 to the City Council based on the findings and subject
to the conditions contained therein.
VOTE: 6-1-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner Siekmann
NOES: Commissioner L’Heureux
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Chairperson Segall closed public hearing on Agenda Item 3.
RECESS
Chairperson Segall called for a 10-minute recess at 8:22 p.m. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Chairperson Segall called the meeting to order at 8:33 p.m. with all Commissioners present.
Chairperson Segall asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item, and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 4.
4. CT 16-09/RP 16-16 – 800 GRAND AVENUE – Request for a recommendation of approval of a Tentative Tract Map and a Major Review Permit to allow for the demolition of three,
two-story office/commercial buildings and the construction of 33 airspace condominiums
in Land Use District 2 of the Village Review zone and within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The City Planner has determined that this project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary for Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the
environment, and is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to section 15332 (In-fill Development
Projects) of the State CEQA guidelines.
Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 4 and stated Associate Planner Chris Garcia would make the staff presentation.
Chairperson Segall asked if any of the Commissioners have ex parte communications to disclose for this
item.
Commissioner Anderson disclosed that she drove through and around the property.
Commissioner Black stated that he is familiar with the property.
Commissioner Goyarts disclosed that he researched the project online, read articles regarding office space
for sale, walked around the building to get an idea of the types of businesses that are there and spoke with the business owners for opinions.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that she has driven by the project many times and visited an office inside the building. Commissioner L’Heureux stated that he has also visited the site, walked through the project, knows some
of the tenants in the building and has viewed the project site on Google Maps.
Commissioner Montgomery disclosed that he visited the site and has been there many times.
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Chairperson Segall stated that he also visited the site and has been there in the past. Mr. Garcia gave a presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of staff. Commissioner Anderson inquired about the location of the trash enclosure and how it will be picked up. Mr. Garcia stated that it will be located in the parking structure.
Chairperson Segall asked what the ordinance says about mixed use in that area versus residential. Mr. Garcia stated that land use district two allows mixed use as a permitted use by right and also multifamily
residential as proposed.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant
wished to make a presentation. Chris McKellar, Suite 330, 888 Prospect Street, La Jolla, made a presentation.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of the applicant. Commissioner Goyarts asked if the applicant has considered a mixed use project to keep all the business
services and amenities available on site including residential units. Mr. McKellar stated that they do not think office use is feasible for that area and the parking requirements for office use would triple the parking
requirement for the project. Commissioner Anderson inquired about the age of the building. Mr. McKellar replied stating that he thinks
the building was built in the late 70’s. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions for the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if any person in the audience wished to speak on the item. Chairperson Segall opened public testimony on Agenda Item 4.
Robert Wilkinson, Suite I, 2911 State Street, stated that the project is the wrong proposal for the village.
He state that he is in favor of increased population for the village and that Grand Avenue is one of the main streets in the village core, therefore a mixed use building with daily activity would be essential.
Gary Nessim, 2987 Highland Drive and 500 Grand Avenue, shared his concerns with the project restricting to only residential use and added that the vision of the village should accommodate for office space or other
mixed use.
Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 4. Seeing none,
he closed public testimony. DISCUSSION
Commissioner Montgomery asked if the project is within the vision of having a promenade on Grand Avenue.
Commissioner Siekmann concurs with Commissioner Montgomery, stated that the project does not match up to the future vision of the promenade and added that the project is the size of a football field.
Commissioner Goyarts shared his concerns with displacing 80 small businesses, stated that the project should be postponed until the Village & Barrio Master Plan is approved and concluded that it would make better sense to have mixed use.
Commissioner Anderson stated that it is hard to plan based on the Commission’s opinion on what the Village & Barrio Master plan should be like as projecting something, such as the promenade, may never
happen. She does not think the tenants currently occupying the building are the types of businesses that Imagine Carlsbad envisions being on the promenade creating street traffic and vibrancy. Commissioner
Anderson concluded stating that she does not think it is fair for the developer to reevaluate the development of the project while the current plan allows for residential use.
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Commissioner L’Heureux stated that he is concerned that office use will be forced out of the Village and Barrio Master Plan for residential use conversion and asked if there will be new office space planned for or
rehabilitation of buildings and small homes. Mr. Neu stated that the current plan as well as the previous draft plan did not focus on trying to preserve office use and added that there is a demand for more housing
throughout the city and state.
Commissioner Black asked if it would be possible to hand vote to postpone the project.
Mr. Kemp clarified that the applicant has the right to have a decision made on the project within a certain time frame once the application is deemed complete. Although the Commissioners as well as community
members feel the project should be postponed, a moratorium would be based on the City Council’s decision.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that the size of the project does not fit the findings and land use district
two.
Commissioner Black stated that the project is incompatible based on the size of the structure. He stated that he would rather see separate buildings of the same nature rather than one large building.
Commissioner L’Heureux stated that the project will set a precedent in the village and also on Grand
Avenue. MOTION
A motion was made by Commissioner Siekmann, which was seconded by Commissioner Anderson, to extend the meeting until 10:30 p.m. The Commission voted 7-0 to extend the meeting.
Commissioner Montgomery stated that he would support the project.
Commissioner Goyarts stated that he feels the project is incompatible, will have a negative economic impact
and mixed use would be more appropriate.
Chairperson Segall stated that he likes the project as it meets all the findings; however, he feels that it does not fit in the area. He stated that he likes the architecture of the project but does not like the massing.
Chairperson Segall concluded that he would like the City Council to assess the impact of the Grand Avenue promenade idea, cannot make a finding against it and would reluctantly support the project.
Commissioner Siekmann clarified that she cannot support the project because she does not feel it meets
finding number two for the Tentative Tract map in Resolution No. 7232.
MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Anderson that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No.
7232 recommending approval of Tentative Tract Map 16-09 and Major Review Permit RP 16-16 to the City Council based on the findings and subject to the
conditions contained therein.
VOTE: 4-3-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner L’Heureux and Commissioner Montgomery
NOES: Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts and Commissioner Siekmann
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Chairperson Segall closed public hearing on Agenda Item 4, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item and
opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 5.
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5. CT 16-10/PUD 16-12 – HOME AVENUE – Request for approval of a Tentative Tract Map and Planned Development Permit to allow for the development of a five-unit, residential
air-space condominium project on a 0.42 acre infill site located on the south side of Home Avenue between Jefferson Street and Hope Avenue, within Local Facilities Management
Zone 1. The City Planner has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section
15332 “In-Fill Development Projects” of the State CEQA Guidelines and will not have any adverse significant impact on the environment.
Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 5 and stated Associate Planner Chris Garcia would make the staff
presentation.
Chairperson Segall asked if any of the Commissioners have ex parte communications to disclose for this item.
Commissioner Anderson disclosed that she drove through the property.
Commissioner Black stated that he has been around the block.
Commissioner Goyarts disclosed that he has been to the property a few times, researched and read an
article online.
Commissioner Siekmann stated that she drove by the project site.
Commissioner L’Heureux stated that he also drove by the project site.
Chairperson Segall disclosed that he has visited the site.
Mr. Garcia gave a presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation.
Chris McKellar, Suite 330, 888 Prospect Street, La Jolla, made a presentation.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of the applicant.
Commissioner L’Heureux asked if there will be a wall dividing the subject property and the 800 Grand
Avenue project. Mr. McKellar stated no, there will be no barriers between both properties.
Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions for the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if any person in the audience wished to speak on the item. Chairperson Segall opened public testimony on
Agenda Item 5.
Gary Nessim, 2987 Highland Drive and 500 Grand Avenue, commented that the project could be part of an underground parking lot that is easily accessible for the 800 Grand Avenue project.
Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 5. Seeing none,
he closed public testimony.
DISCUSSION
Commissioner Goyarts commented that the project makes sense for residential zoning in that surrounding area.
Commissioner Siekmann thinks the project is very nice.
Commissioner Anderson appreciates the traditional architectural elements and the spacing of the project.
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Commissioner Black commented that he is happy with the location of the project and can support the
project.
Chairperson Segall stated that he likes the architecture and can support the project.
MOTION
ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner
Siekmann that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution
No. 7234 approving Tentative Tract Map CT 16-1 0 and Planned Development Permit
PUD 16-12, based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein.
VOTE: 7-0
AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner
Goyarts, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery and Commissioner
Siekmann
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Chairperson Segall closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 5.
COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner Anderson commented that she is glad the Commissioners made it back safely from the
Planning Commissioners Academy conference.
Commissioner L'Heureux thanked Chairperson Segall for all the work he put in for the Planning
Commissioners Academy and stated that his excellent presentation on infill was very well received.
CITY PLANNER COMMENTS
Mr. Neu shared that the City Council approved the Poinsettia 61 project as well as the Prop D Cannon
Road Agricultural/Open Space Zone ordinance.
CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of March 15, 2017 was adjourned at
10:30 p.m.
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DON NEU
City Planner
Farah Nisan
Minutes Clerk