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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-06-07; Planning Commission; MinutesPlanning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 1 Minutes of: PLANNING COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m. Date of Meeting: June 7, 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 Siekmann led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Segall, Commissioners Anderson, Black, Goyarts, Montgomery, Rodman and Siekmann STAFF PRESENT Don Neu, City Planner Ron Kemp, Assistant City Attorney Farah Nisan, Secretary Paul Dan, Associate Planner Chris Garcia, Associate Planner Corey Funk, Associate Planner Austin Silva, Associate Planner Jason Geldert, Engineering Manager PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Segall asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of May 3, 2017. Commissioner Goyarts made a correction on page 4 to change his disclosure to state that he has searched for articles. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Rodman to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 3, 2017 as amended. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman 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 May 17, 2017. Planning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 2 MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Siekmann to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 17, 2017. VOTE: 6-0-1 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner Black PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Chairperson Segall asked Mr. Neu to introduce the first item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. 3. CT 16-03/RP 16-09/CDP 16-16 (DEV16019) – BEACH VILLAGE LIFE 1 MIXED USE – Request for a recommendation of denial of a Tentative Tract Map, Major Review Permit, and Coastal Development Permit for the construction of a hotel, spa, retail, and residential condominium project located on the south side of Christiansen Way between Carlsbad Boulevard and Washington Street in Land Use District 1 of the Village Review zone and within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. Mr. Neu stated that the applicant has requested a continuance and staff is recommending that Agenda Item 3 be continued to a date uncertain subject to re-noticing given the project revisions the applicant proposes to prepare. Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 3 and opened public testimony. Ed Scarpelli, 929 Orchid Way, encouraged the Planning Commission to approve the project recognizing the continuance. Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 3. Seeing none, he closed public testimony. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Black that the Planning Commission continue Agenda Item 3 to a date uncertain subject to re-noticing. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Segall closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. Planning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 3 1. CDP 2016-0004 (DEV2016-0047) – 148 TAMARACK AVENUE – Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the demolition of a single-family residence and detached garage, and the construction of a two-story 2,152 square foot single family residence and 631 square foot garage within the Mello II Segment of the City’s Coastal Program located at 148 Tamarack Avenue within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The project site is not within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. The City Planner has determined that the 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 it is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to Section 15303(a) construction of a single family residence of the state CEQA Guidelines. Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 1 and stated Associate Planner Austin Silva 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 by the property. Commissioner Goyarts disclosed that he viewed the project on Google Earth. Commissioner Siekmann disclosed that she drove past the property. Chairperson Segall disclosed that he also drove by the property. Mr. Silva 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. Jeff Parshalle, 1725 Village Run North, Encinitas, stated that he is available to answer any questions. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions for the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if any person in the audience wished to speak on the item and opened public testimony. Sharon Wolferman, 3877 Garfield Street, shared her concerns with the project dramatically effecting the property value of her home, views and setbacks. Ruben Cerecedes, 3875 Garfield Street, stated his concerns with the impact of the project to property value and views. Chairperson Segall asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 1. Seeing none, he closed public testimony. DISCUSSION Commissioner Montgomery stated that the project meets all the requirements and the city could help future property owners realize the impacts of future development as allowed without a view ordinance. Commissioner Anderson commented that she has sympathy for the neighbors and understands their frustration. Commissioner Anderson stated that the architecture is creative for a small width lot for functional access to the rear of the property. Chairperson Segall concurs with his fellow Commissioners regarding the lack of a view ordinance and the project meets all standards and findings. Planning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 4 MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Siekmann that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7246 approving Coastal Development Permit CDP 2016-0004 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Segall closed public hearing on Agenda Item 1, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 2. 2. CDP 2016-0005 (DEV2016-0058) – KLOVANISH RESIDENCE – Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a new 4,230 square foot single-family residence within the Mello II Segment of the City’s Local Coastal Program located on Adams Street 100 feet west of Highland Drive within Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The project site is not within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. The City Planner has determined that the 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 it is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to Section 15303(a), construction of a single family residence, of the state CEQA Guidelines. Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 2 and stated Associate Planner Paul Dan 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 by the property. Commissioner Goyarts disclosed that he drove by the property and viewed it on Google Earth. Commissioner Siekmann disclosed that she also drove by the property. Commissioner Montgomery disclosed that he has been to the property several times and has recently spoken to the project applicant Paul Klukas. Chairperson Segall disclosed that he drove by the property. Mr. Dan gave a presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Paul Klukas, Planning Systems, Suite 100, 1530 Faraday Avenue, made a presentation. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any questions for the applicant. Seeing none, he asked if any person in the audience wished to speak on the item and opened and closed public testimony. Planning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 5 DISCUSSION Commissioner Anderson commented that she finds the ornamental vegetation habitat in lieu fee strange and has sympathy for that. Commissioner Anderson stated that she also has sympathy for the extensive drainage pits seeing that the lot has been there for a long time and it is not eroding. Commissioner Siekmann commented that the project is gorgeous. Commissioner Black congratulated the architect and the property owners and stated that he appreciates the roof profile as it is not the typical tile roof adding to the look of the lagoon. Chairperson Segall concurs with his fellow Commissioners regarding the architectural design and stated that the property is stunning. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Goyarts that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7249 approving Coastal Development Permit CDP 2016-0005 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Segall closed public hearing on Agenda Item 2, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 4. 4. GPA 2017-0002/OAJ 17-0004 (PUB17Y-0011) – GMP PARKS PERFORMANCE STANDARD AMENDMENT – Request for a recommendation of approval of amendments to the General Plan Open Space, Conservation, and Recreation Element and the Citywide Facilities and Improvement Plan to amend the Growth Management performance standard for parks, pursuant to the General Plan lawsuit Settlement Agreement, dated March 14, 2017. The City Planner has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) (General Rule) and City of Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 19.04.070(A)(1)(c), in that minor municipal code and other similar amendments that refine or clarify existing land use standards are considered not to have a significant effect on the environment. Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 4 and stated Associate Planner Corey Funk would make the staff presentation. Mr. Funk 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 asked if the other ten public facilities standards out of 11 are being reviewed for the same type of limitation based on buildout and dwelling unit requirements not met. Mr. Funk replied stating no, for the scope of this project, staff did not take a comprehensive look at all the related performance standards. Commissioner Goyarts asked about the whereabouts of the next park planned within the city. Mr. Funk replied Veterans Memorial Park located on Faraday Avenue close to Cannon Road. ' Planning Commission Minutes June 7, 2017 Page 6 Commissioner Rodman asked if the amendment satisfies the lawsuit. Mr. Funk stated yes. Chairperson Segall asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 4. Seeing none, he opened and closed public testimony. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Montgomery and duly seconded by Commissioner Siekmann that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7250 recommending approval of General Plan Amendment GPA 2017-0002 and a Citywide Facilities and Improvement Plan Amendment OAJ 17-0004, based on the findings contained therein. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Segall, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner Goyarts, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Rodman and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Segall closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 4. COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Rodman informed the Commission that she will not attend the July 19th Planning Commission hearing. CITY PLANNER COMMENTS Mr. Neu shared a letter from the State Department of Housing and Community Development with the Commission indicating that the updated Housing Element met the state requirements for certification. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of June 7, 2017 was adjourned at 6:46 p.m. (ln DON NEU City Planner Farah Nisan Minutes Clerk