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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1974-12-18; Planning Commission; MinutesCOMMISSIONERS CITY OF CARLSBAD MEETING OF: CARLSBAD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION DATE : December 18, 1974 (Adjourned Meeting) TIME : 7:OO P.M. PLACE : Council Chambers I CALL TO ORDER I ROLL CALL Commissioners Watson, Dominguez, L'Heureux, Wrench, Fikes, Jose, Chairwoman Casler. I WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Planning Director Don Agatep mentioned that written communica- .tions all had a connection with items on the agepda and would be discussed at that' time. I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS I None. I PUBLIC HEARINGS 1 1. Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan Mr. Ed Johnson, Parks and Recreation Director, stated he wa the Commission. He distributed a report on the Capital Improvement Plan, indicating that he believed this was whal had been asked for. Table I11 , Capital Improvement Plan, and Table IVY Maintenance Costs, are now befng moved from the adopted Element to the appendix of the Element. Don Agatep, Planning Director, stated that what the Planning Commission should concern themselves with is the adoption of the Element. He added that what Ed Johnson wa! presenting in the appendix was only the implementation of the Element. The Commission indicated approval of the plan, but Chair- woman Mary Casler felt they should also enter into the record how it should be implemented. Mr. Johnson stated that the methods of financing could change from day to day and he did not feel that a complete financing plan would bc valid as part of the'adopted Element. . ready to present the Element with changes as requested by The Commissioners discussed various parts of the Element ' where they would like. wording changed, and then went on to Questions were asked of the Parks and Recreation Director concerning balances in various Parks and Recreation Depart- ment funds, how long it' took to acquire these funds and what districts the funds were derived from. 'The consolidation of the various park distr.icts came.under- considerable discussion, inasmuch as there was co'ncern as to how this money could legally be spent. It was. explained that it is true monies derived from a particular district can only be spent in that district; however, when districts are consolidated, the monies can be distributed equally to that consolidated area. The expenditure of the monies falls under the Quimby Act. Betty Wollrich, Parks and Recreation'Commissioner, was asked questions about the district consolidations and funds derived from these districts. She told the Commission that she did not have the exact amounts with her, but they.could be made available. . discuss various aspects of estimated costs and funding. .I "1"- I." -* ".wY_.-..""." ..".. "". +.""*..c"___U."U." ." """""h """""". PRESENT "T," ".."" 1 0 .,"" 1\". A 4 CITY OF CARLSBAD Page 2 - Planning Commission Meeting 12/18/74 The present operating budget was discussed briefly. The question was asked if Parks and Recreation had had .an opportunity to meet with San Diego Gas and Electric Companj before this presentation of the Element. The answer was nc however, it was explained that the original Parks plan had been accomplished mutually. Staff was directed to brief tk Commission on the 1971 decision on the Specific Plan of Sar Diego Gas and Electric Company. Public hearing was opened. Ted Richmond, San Diego Gas and Electric Company, asked for continuance of this item to give him a chance to receive ti input he expects to receive From his company and a1.so go over some of the language he would like changed in the El ernent . It was moved and unanimously approved to continue the hearing to January 28, 1975. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None NEW BUSINESS 2. Case No. CT 74-22 - Larry D. Hunts - Request for. approval ( a 6-1ot. subdivision Project which a1read.y has an approved Final Map and-specific han. The five lbts correspond to the approved Specific Plan phasing for the project and are necessary for financial reasons. The subject property is located south of Chinquapin Avenue and north of the Aqua Hedionda. Lagoon, between the ATSF Railroad and 1-5'. " ~~ Planning Director Don Agatep gave staff presentation, explained qraphics and recommendation of approval as out- lined in the staff report. It was explained that since thc Cali-fornia Board of Real Estate will not allow Mr. Hunts tc develop each stage without bonding, staff recommended re- - filing a tentative map which would develop six'phases. Thc question was asked of Mr. Hunts if he would have any- objection to combining Lots 4 and 5. * Larry D. Hunts, applicant, stated he did object; inasmuch as his original plan called for eight stages of. developmenl and he did still intend to proceed with the full eight stages; and because of stipulations of the bank loan, it would not be feasible to develop Lots 4 and 5 as one lot. Tim Flanagan, City Engineer, answered questions regarding the 24' wide drive, particularly the length of the drive . and the circulation problem; and how the.City could handle this problem if the property was sold in the future and proposed easements were not protected. It was the opinion of the Planning Commission that the 300'+ driveway providing access to Lot 5 was too long for the narrow 24' width. It was moved and approved by a 5-2 vote to recommend to City Council approval of CT 74-22 per staff recommendation and subject to the following changes: Condition #1 in reference to City Council Resolution #3038 should read "January 2, 1973" instead of January 2, 1972. .Condition #2 - Applicant shall combine Lots 4 and 5 as shown on the Plot Plan, Exhibit A. Condition #3 - All conditions of ."e,- """.", Motion Ayes .. Motion Ayes Noes ."I" COMMISSIONERS COMMISSIONERS CITY OF' CARLSBAD Page 3 - Planning Comnission Meeting 12/18/74 City Council Resolution #3038 will apply through the six phases; except Condition #5, which will apply to Phase I only. ................................ 3. Consideration of Site Plan and Elevations for Weseloh Chevrolet (Tri-Ci ty Auto Center). Planning Director Don Agatep gave staff presentation,- explained graphics and stated this was the fifth dealer to locate in the.'Tri-City Auto Center. Landscaping,,elevations and location of service stalls and wash racks were of primary concern to the Commission, especially how they would be seen from the freeway. Ben Weseloh, applicant, spoke on the type of construction t be achieved, the effect of slump stone construction and stated there are only three other agencies as beautiful as theirs will be. Commissioner Jose raised the question of the feasibility of moving the wash,facilities further away from the freeway. Commissioner Watson asked the applicant if he would conside some minor revisions to the plans. After discussion, .the Commission cons-idered 'approving the site plan with ad.dition landscaping as a part of the conditions of approval. 'Dick Young', architect for Weseloh Chevrolet Agency, was asked questions about landscaping particularly and the site plans in general. Mr. Young explained the freeway offramp slopes down 9' and the elevations of the pr0pert.y are such that landscaping 'could be seen from the freeway but.not very much of the service stalls. The Commission, at the point of approving the site plan with minor changes, realized that the service stalls were open from both ends . and were concerned about how this would look from the free- way. a It was moved and unanimously approved to continue this iten to January 14, 1975. Applicant was requested to return at that time with (1) elevations of all buildings.on the property, (2) a comprehensive site plan showing improve- ments and (3) a landscaping plan complete with irrigation provisions. INFORMATION ITEMS 4. Geologic and Seismic Safety Element Draft. Staff Planner Sandra Lucky presented ,the draft Element and also distributed- a' copy of the minutes from the last Committee meeting held on this Element. It was noted that at this time there have been only five groups responding by way of comments covering this State mandated Element. Ms. Lucky ' indicated that she was open to suggestions from the . Commission as tb whether they would 1 i ke an open workshop to study this Element further, or if they would. like to study it on their own and she would be available' for questioning prior to the public hearing which is set for . January 14, 1975. Individual site study, engineering facts, soils reports, etc. in areas of slide potential were all discussed and whether or not the City Planning Staff could adequately cover these areas or if outside consultants should be required. It was noted that Planning, Engineering and Building Departments will all three review such plans; but Motion Ayes I....,. I. I . 1.- 1 COMMISSIONERS CITY OF' CARLSBAD Page 4 - Planning Commission Meeting 12/18/74 outside consultation would be used if necessary. The Commission determined they would like the to study the Element on their own, ask Ms. Lucky questions as needed and would be ready for the public hearing on January 14, 1975. """"""""""""""""""""""""-."""""""" 5. Planned Unit Development and Condominium Conversion Ordinance Workshop. Bud Plender, Assistant Planning ' Director, presented a summary and asked the Commission for suggestions on wording and their ideas in general. in order that a more final draft may be accomplished prior to public hearing on this item. The question of determining a cut- off date to consider condominium conversion was discussed. Planner Plender said staff will look into a date based on major building code or zone ordinance revisions. Commissioner Dominguez indicated and the Commission agreed that this item will go to public hearing at an open date, tentatively January 28, 1975 """""""""""""""""""""""""""""""" 6. formulating an '"in-house" policy, the Commission decided tc approve Resolution of Intention No. 110 with an open date 'for the public tiearing. Chairwoman Casler mentioned this was her Tast meeting as chair- man and nominated Gary Wrench to serve as chairman in 1975. This was approved unanimously. Mr. Jose was named vice chairman for 1975. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 11 :45 P.M. I_" """"-"I .""""""""-u-^.,".-.""","....~."""I_ Y" Motion Ayes "" "I."_