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Meeting Date: May 17, 2022
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Scott Chadwick, City Manager
Staff Contact: Don Neu, City Planner
don.neu@carlsbadca.gov, 442-339-2612
Subject: Fiscal Year 2021-22 Planning Commission Work Plan Annual Report and
Fiscal Year 2022-23 Planning Commission Work Plan
District: All
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution accepting the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Planning Commission Work Plan Annual
Report and approving the Fiscal Year 2022- 23 Planning Commission Work Plan (Exhibit 1).
Executive Summary
Carlsbad Municipal Code Section 2.15.020(C) requires that each board or commission provide
to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken in the
coming year or years and to provide a subsequent report of its accomplishments. Attached for
City Council consideration is a report of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Planning Commission Work Plan
accomplishments and the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Planning Commission Work Plan.
Discussion
In 2018, the City Council revised the municipal code to create uniform policies and procedures
related to boards and commissions, including a requirement for annual work plans. The
purpose of the work plan is to encourage increased dialogue between the city’s boards and
commissions and the City Council. It is also intended to ensure that the boards and
commissions are working in line with the City Council’s priorities.
On May 11, 2021, the City Council approved the Planning Commission work plan for fiscal year
2021-2022. The responsibilities and corresponding work of the Planning Commission is well
defined in state law and Titles 19 -Environment, 20 - Subdivisions, and 21 - Zoning of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code. Many of the projects on the work plan are projects undertaken to
comply with state laws, City Council direction, or those submitted by private applicants or city
departments.
The Planning Commission met on April 6, 2022, to consider the fiscal year 2021-22 Work Plan
Annual Report and the commission’s work plan for fiscal year 2022-23. After receiving the staff
presentation and commissioner discussion, the Planning Commission unanimously
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recommended that the City Council accept the 2021-22 work plan annual report and approve
the work plan for the new fiscal year as reflected in their resolution (Exhibit 2).
The 2021-22 Work Plan Annual Report and FY 2022-23 Work Plan are provided in Exhibit 1 as
Attachments A and B.
As reflected in the annual report, the Planning Commission is expected to have met 12 times
during the current fiscal year and it acted on several significant private and public development
projects, to include Toyota Carlsbad’s new dealership buildings, BMW Ancillary Facilities, and a
Chick-Fil-A restaurant.
A number of projects on the work plan are multi-year projects and or have significant public
engagement elements that have required more time to complete than previously estimated.
These include:
• The land use changes relating to the update of the Housing Element, the part of the
city’s General Plan that lays out its plan for housing
• Objective design standards and streamlined permitting for multi-family residential and
mixed-use structures
• A permit-ready accessory dwelling unit program
Fiscal Analysis
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with accepting the Planning Commission fiscal year
2011-22 Annual Report and approving the Planning Commission Fiscal Year 2022-23 Work Plan.
Next Steps
The Planning Commission and staff will focus efforts on the activities listed in the approved
work plan.
Environmental Evaluation
This action does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a “project”
within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under California Public
Resources Code Section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical
change or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Public Notification
This item was noticed in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act and was available for public
viewing and review at least 72 hours prior to scheduled meeting date.
Exhibits
1. City Council resolution
2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 7446
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RESOLUTION NO. 2022-112
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 PLANNING
COMMISSION ANNUAL WORK PLAN REPORT AND APPROVING THE FISCAL
YEAR 2022-23 PLANNING COMMISSION WORK PLAN
EXHIBIT 1
WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or
commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be
undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, CMC Section 2.24.030 delineates the functions of the Planning Commission
(Commission); and
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the fiscal year 2021-2022 Planning Commission Work Plan
on May 11, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission is expected to have met 12 times during the 2021-22 fiscal
year to perform their functions and accomplish 2021-22 fiscal year work plan tasks; and
WHEREAS, on April 6, 2022, the Planning Commission considered their work plan for fiscal years
2022-23; and
WHEREAS, after receiving a staff presentation and commissioner discussion, the Planning
Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the fiscal year 2022-23 Planning
Commission Work Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1.That the above recitations are true and correct.
2.That the City Council accepts the fiscal year 2021-22 Planning Commission Work Plan
Annual Report, attached hereto as Attachment A.
3.That the City Council approves the fiscal year 2022-23 Planning Commission Work Plan,
attached hereto as Attachment B.
May 17, 2022 Item #5 Page 3 of 13
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 17th day of May, 2022, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Norby.
None.
None.
MATT HALL, Mayor
,1vv F�VIOLA MEDINA, City Clerk Services Manager
(SEAL)
May 17, 2022 Item #5 Page 4 of 13
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Fiscal Year 2021-22 Planning Commission Work Plan Annual Report Attachment A I.Mission Statement
The Planning Commission holds regularly scheduled public hearings to consider land use matters, such as the general plan, local
coastal program, growth management program, specific plans, master plans, amendments to the zoning ordinance, zone
changes, special studies, and discretionary development permits for public and private projects.
For some actions, the Planning Commission acts in an advisory role and provides a recommendation to the City Council. In many
cases the City Council has delegated to the Planning Commission the authority to take a final action on the item subject to
appeal to the City Council. Prior to an item being considered by the Planning Commission the Planning Division staff complete
its review of a proposed project for compliance with all applicable plans, policies, and laws and provides a written
recommendation.
Planning Commissioners also serve on special committees or task forces as requested by the City Council.
II.Composition
The Planning Commission consists of seven members appointed by the City Council to a four-year term. There are also three ex
officio members who shall be the City Planner, Assistant City Attorney, and City Engineer.
III.Fiscal Year 2020-21 Goals & Tasks
The City of Carlsbad Planning Commission has selected to focus on the following goals and tasks:
GOAL/TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
Long Range Planning Projects
Housing Element Update Phase 2 –
Implement Land Use Changes Pending On Feb. 15, 2022, the City Council
considered public input and
provided direction on what
sites/alternatives to study. City
Council gave direction for two map
alternatives to study. Next step is
initiating preparation of a
Supplemental Environmental
Impact Report and holding a Public
Scoping Meeting. May 17, 2022Item #5 Page 5 of 13
GOAL/TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
Long Range Planning Projects (continued)
Zoning Code Update Inactive Project was put on hold so staff
could focus on other priority
projects. An administrative draft
of the updated Zoning Code has
been prepared.
Capital Improvements Project Permit Process Amendment
Inactive Project was put on hold so staff
could focus on other priority
projects.
Objective Design Standards and Streamlined
Permitting for Multi-Family Residential
Structures Outside of the Village and Barrio
Master Plan area
Pending A consultant was selected and a
contract approved by the City
Council. The consultant has
completed a review of standards.
The public engagement plan is
being prepared.
Village & Barrio Master Plan Amendments
directed by the City Council including
Objective Design Standards and Streamlined
Permitting for Multi-Family Residential and
Mixed-Use Structures
Pending The City Council has appointed
members to the committee. The
first meeting of the committee is
scheduled for April 2022.
Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit
Program
Pending A community survey and public
outreach plan is being prepared.
Following the survey draft
guidelines and plans will be
prepared.
May 17, 2022Item #5 Page 6 of 13
GOAL/TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
Private Development Projects
New Age Carlsbad Resort (CDP 2019-0025)
Pending Project is under review by staff.
North County Plaza Mixed-Use
Redevelopment (Amend 2018-0014)
Pending The project is under review by staff.
Legoland Plan Amendment Update (Amend
2021-0001)
Pending The project is under review by
staff.
Toyota Carlsbad (CDP 2020-0024) Completed On July 9, 2021, the
Planning Commission
approved a Coastal
Development Permit and
Site Development Plan for
the demolition of the
existing dealership
buildings and the
construction of a new
24,381 square-foot
automobile dealership at
5424 Paseo del Norte.
BMW Ancillary Facilities (CUP 2020-0008) Completed On June 16, 2021, the
Planning Commission
approved a Conditional Use
Permit to allow the change
of use of three existing
vacant automobile
dealership buildings from
automobile dealership use
to auto repair and auto May 17, 2022Item #5 Page 7 of 13
rental and leasing uses at
5215 and 5245 Car Country
Drive.
Chick-Fil-A (Amend 019-0004) Completed On Dec. 6, 2021, the
Planning Commission
recommended approval of
legislative actions and
discretionary permits to
demolish a 10,600 square-
foot office building and
construct a 3,932 square-
foot Chick-fil-A restaurant
at 5850 Avenida Encinas.
GOAL/TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
City Capital Improvement Projects
Orion Center (Maintenance & Operation Building) Pending Project is under review by staff.
Project requires approval by the
Planning Commission of a
Conditional Use Permit and
Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Veterans Memorial Park
Pending Project is under review by staff.
Project requires approval by the
Planning Commission of a
Conditional Use Permit and
Mitigated Negative Declaration. May 17, 2022Item #5 Page 8 of 13I I
GOAL/TASK STATUS COMMENTS/RECOMMENDATION
Training
Receive Updates on New State Laws and City Council Actions applicable to the commission
Pending An update will be provided to
the City Council and Planning
Commission prior to June 30,
2022.
Hold a Planning Commission Workshop to include topics such as the role of the commission, City Council plans and direction and areas for additional training
Inactive This item was put on hold due
to in-person meeting
restrictions as the commission
and staff determined that an
in-person workshop is
preferred.
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Attachment B
City of Carlsbad
Planning Commission Work Plan
Fiscal Year 2022-2023
I.Mission Statement
The Planning Commission holds regularly scheduled public hearings to consider land use
matters, such as the General Plan, Local Coastal Program, Growth Management Program,
specific plans, master plans, amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, zone changes, special
studies, and discretionary development permits for public and private projects.
For some actions, the Planning Commission acts in an advisory role and provides a
recommendation to the City Council. In many cases the City Council has delegated to the
Planning Commission the authority to take a final action on the item subject to appeal to the
City Council. Prior to an item being considered by the Planning Commission, the Planning
Division staff completes its review of a proposed project for compliance with all applicable
plans, policies, and laws and provides a written recommendation.
Planning Commissioners also serve on special committees or task forces as requested by the
City Council.
II.Composition
The Planning Commission consists of seven members appointed by the City Council to a four-
year term. There are also three ex officio members who shall be the City Planner, Assistant City
Attorney and City Engineer.
III.FY 2022-2023 Goals & Tasks
The City of Carlsbad Planning Commission has selected to focus on the following goals and
tasks:
•Objective design standards and streamlined permitting for multi-family residential
structures outside of the Village and Barrio Master Plan area (Amend 2020-0003)
•Village & Barrio Master Plan Amendments directed by the City Council including
objective design standards and streamlined permitting for multi-family residential and
mixed-use structures (Amend 2020-0009)
•Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit Program (ZCA 2921-0003)
•Housing Element Two-Year Program 1.9 (a &b): Review and update parking standards
for projects that are high density, mixed use or near transit
•Receive updates on new state laws and City Council actions applicable to the
commission
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• Hold a Planning Commission workshop to include topics such as the role of the
commission, City Council plans and direction, and areas for additional training
• Members of the Planning Commission serve on the following committees:
o Growth Management Committee
o Design Review Committee for the Village & Barrio Master Plan Objective Design
Standards
o Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee
o Agricultural Conversion Mitigation Fee Advisory Committee
o Historic Preservation Commission Ex-Officio Member
• Review and act on permits requested for private development projects. Major projects
expected to be considered by the commission include:
o New Age Carlsbad Luxury Resort (CDP 2019-0025)
o North County Plaza Mixed Use (GPA 2021-0005)
o Legoland Plan Amendment (Amend 2021-001)
• Review and act on permits requested for city capital improvement projects. Major
projects expected to be considered by the commission include:
o Veterans Memorial Park (CUP 2021—0014)
o Maintenance & Operations Building (CUP 2018-0022)
May 17, 2022 Item #5 Page 11 of 13
EXHIBIT 2
May 17, 2022 Item #5 Page 12 of 13
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 7446
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING ACCEPTANCE OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2021-
2022 WORK PLAN ANNUAL REPORT, AND APPROVAL OF THE FISCAL YEAR
2022-2023 PLANNING COMMISSION WORKPLAN .
CASE NAME: PLANNING COMMISSION WORKPLAN FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023
WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code {CMC) requires that each board or
commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken
by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, the City Planner has prepared a proposed Planning Commission Work Plan for
Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and a report of the items accomplished on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Work Plan;
and
WHERAS, the proposed work plan is shown on the attached exhibit titled "City of
Carlsbad, Planning Commission Work Plan, Fiscal Year 2022-2023" and report of accomplishments is
shown on the exhibit titled "Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Planning Commission Work Plan Annual Report"; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did, on April 6, 2022, hold a duly noticed public
meeting to review and consider the proposed work plan and the report of accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, at said public meeting, upon hearing and considering all testimony and
arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, said Commission considered all factors relating to
the work plan and report of accomplishments.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Carlsbad as follows:
A) That the foregoing recitations are true and correct.
B) That based on the evidence presented at the public hearing, the Planning Commission
RECOMMENDS ACCEPTANCE of the FISCAL VEAR 2021-2022 WORK PLAN ANNUAL
REPORT AND APPROVAL of the PLANNING COMMISSION WORK PLAN FOR FISCAL VEAR
May 17, 2022 Item #5 Page 13 of 13
2022-2023. Subject to the best efforts of the comm1ss1on and the possibility of
unforeseen circumstances which may impede or delay the adoption/completion of the
items presented in the work plan.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of
the City of Carlsbad, California, held on April 6, 2022, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Commissioners Lafferty, Luna, Kamenjarin, Meenes, Merz, Sabellico and Stine
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
JOESPH STINE, Chairperson
CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION
ATTEST:
DON NEU
City Planner
PC RESO NO. 7446 -2-
Don Neu, City Planner
Planning Division
May 17, 2022
Planning Commission Work
Plan –FY 2022-23
{city of
Carlsbad
BACKGROUND
•2018 Municipal Code Revised
•Uniform policies and procedures
•Requires annual report on prior work plan
•New work plan
Planning Commission Work Plan
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Carlsbad
BACKGROUND
•Commission duties defined in Municipal Code
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•CMC Title 19 – Environment
•CMC Title 20 –Subdivisions
•CMC Title 21 -Zoning
•State Law
Planning Commission Work Plan
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Carlsbad
ANNUAL REPORT
•Lists items from the previous year
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•Status of each item by category
•Comments related to project timing
Planning Commission Work Plan
{ City of
Carlsbad
WORK PLAN
•Code and plan amendments
•S
•Housing Element implementation
•Updates/training
•Committee assignments
•Private development projects
•City capital facility projects
Planning Commission Work Plan
{ City of
Carlsbad
COMMISSION ACTION
•Planning Commission met on April 6
•S
•Discussed the work plan
•Focused on a future workshop
•Unanimously recommended approval
Planning Commission Work Plan
{ City of
Carlsbad
PROPOSED ACTION
Adopt a resolution accepting the Work Plan
Annual Report and approving the Work Plan
Planning Commission Work Plan
{ City of
Carlsbad