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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-02-14; Planning Commission; MinutesI' CITY OF CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES "Februarv 14. 1979 ?age I. 11. 111. I IV. - NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL APPROVED AT SUBSEQUENT MEETING OF CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:OO P.M. by Vice-chairman Schick, who was presiding in the absence of Chairman L'Heureux. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Vice-chairman Schick, Commissioners Rombotis, Marcus, Jose, Wrench, and Larson. Commissioner absent: Chairman L'Heureux Staff present: Bud Plender, Assistant to the Planning Director; Don Rose, Current Planning; Dave Abrams, Current Planning. AGENDA ITEM COMMUNICATIONS A memo from the Planning Department regarding the San Diego Revised Regional Air Quality Strategy was distributed, as were copies of City Council Ordinance No. 9498 regarding the Rural- Residential-Estate zone and the proposed C' Council Ordinance regarding the travel policy for the City. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS A. 232-202, Tootsie K, zone change from L-C (Limited Control) to R-E (Residential Estate) zone.- Mr. Don Rose presented the staff report. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:lO P.M. Melvin Knoll, El Cajon, the applicant, indicated that he agreed with the staff report and was moving ahead in the preparation of a subdivision map for Commission approval. Commissioner Larson asked how many lots would be developed. Mr. Knoll indicated that the total number of lots would be between 80 and 100 lots, and certainly no more than 100 total. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:12 P.M. WITH NO PUBLIC TESTIMONY. Discussion was had regarding EIR 352 for said project. Staff related that the EIR will be brought forward with any subsequent Planning Commission actions and any mitigating measures necessary may be reviewed and resolved at that time. - A motion was made certifying review and consideration of EIR 352 and APPROVING ZC-202 in accordance with the analysis and PUNNING COMMISSION MIWTES February 14, 1979 Page two (2) recommendations as contained in the staff report. APPROWD MOTION : Wrench SECOND: Rombotis AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson NOES : None B. ZC-201, J. Hunt (SDP 79-1) zone change from R-1 to Residential-Professional-Qualified (R-P-Q). - Mr. Dave Abrams presented the staff report and further indicated that this zone change was being processed along with a Site Development Plan and that perhaps the Commission may want to consider both applications concurrently. He reminded the Commission that the zone change action was a public hearing item and the site development plan required no public input. Commissioner Rombotis questioned as to the height of the buildinq, whether or not condition number 8 would allow for sewer ailocation in lieu of septic tanks, and if the General Plan allowed for such a zone change. Staff assurred the Commission that the building designated for the site was of the normal, two story type with a flat roof design, that sewer allocation would be acceptable and said zone change proposal was in conformity with the General Plan. Commissioner Wrench asked about the odd shaped lot configuration as mentioned at the last meeting. Staff related that the three odd shaped lots were being consolidated into two lots, one of which would remain R-1 zoning and the other included in the zone change. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:30 P.M. Harry Truax, of Truax and Associates and representing the applicant, indicated that the property owner required an additional 7.4' on the northern side of the property for a planting strip. He related that there was no problem with this alteration as far as he was concerned. Staff indicated that the loss of the 7.4' would not be a great loss in that there was considerable landscaping in the project and the 7.4' would amount to a loss of 736 square feet. Staff believes that there should be dense, high shrubs included along the northern property line in order to afford maximum privacy to the Hunt property. The Commission inquired as to the parking situation and the number rc of office spaces to be available upon completion. Mr. Truax indicated that the parking would be open and the office building was being developed for the ultimate use of Cal Western Concepts, but that approximately 75% of the office space will PLANNING COMMISSIC- MINUTES February 14, 1979 Page three (3) Ip leased out in the early stages of occupancy. He could not give an estimate as to exact numbers of offices. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:30 P.M. WITH NO FURTHER TESTIMONY. A motion was made APPROVING ZC-201 in accordance with the analysis and recommendations as contained in the staff report dated February 14, 1979. APPROVED MOTION : Wrench SECOND: Larson AYES : Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Larson, Jose, Schick NOES : None P A motion was made APPROVING SDP 79-1 in accordance with the analysis and recommendations as contained in the staff report, and subject to the following: Condition #1 shall be revised to read: "Development of the site shall occur substantially as shown on the site develop- ment plan, labeled Exhibit A, and elevation plan, labeled Exhibit C, both dated February 14, 1979, except that the northern 7.4' of Mrs. Hunt's property be deleted, thereby making the boundary on a straight line from Pi0 Pic0 east along the southern boundary of Mr. Bagley's property." Condition #8 shall read: "Prior to application for any developmental permit, the applicant shall obtain approval for a septic tank installation report from the County Department of Public Health, or appropriate sewer allocation, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer". The addition of #lo: "Dense, high landscaping shall be provided along the northern property line in order to assure maximum privacy to the adjoining property. APPROVED MOTION: Wrench SECOND : Rombotis AYES: Rombotis, Marcus, Jose, Schick, Wrench, LarSon NOES : None Staff assurred the Commission that the appropriate steps would E to correct the applicable maps and exhibits to show the alteration of the northern property line. be C. CUP-124, Montessori School, conditional use permit to raise maximum student limit with addition of 2850 square foot building. : Mr. Dave Abrams related that the applicant had asked that the matter be continued for further study of building size, location, recreational facilities, off-street parking, and compatibility PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES February 14, 1979 Page four (4) in general. He further indicated that the applicant is currently working with staff in this regard, THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:45 P.M. A motion was made continuing CUP-124 until March 14th for further review and consideration. CONTINUED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Jose AYES : Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson NOES : None V. NEW BUSINESS A. SDP 79-1, J. Hunt, (ZC-201), site development plan to develop a two story office building.- This item was heard concurrently with ZC-201 and the vote approving same appears under New Public Hearings, item B, above. .- B. PCF-16, Dodge Car Country, review of plans for compliance with Specific Plan No. 19 - Mr. Dave Abrams presented the staff report. Commissioner Larson asked if the easterly storage area would be asphalted. Bob Knauf, representing the applicant, indicated thatthis area would be blacktop in that it will be used as a passageway to and from the cul de sac and is an integral part of both the storage and traffic pattern of the development. Mr. Knauf indicated that the percentage of landscaping in this particular project is consistent with that of the others, or approximately 7%. He further related that the final landscaping plans had not been formalized and that said landscaping would incorporate safety measures and deterrants against theft. Commissioner Larson asked about the signing program. PLANNING COMMISSION MINITES February 14, 1979 Page five (5) A motion was made finding PCF-16 in compliance with Specific Plan-19 for the reasons as outlined in the staff report dated February 14, 1979. APPROVED MOTION : Jose SECOND : Rombotis AYES : Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson NOES : None C. RESOLUTION OF INTENTION, Aquacu'lture, to permit aquaculture with a conditional use permit. Mr. Dave Abrams presented the staff report and introduced Mr. Dave Lapoda from California Aquaculture to speak on behalf of the project. Commissioner Wrench asked what was to be cultivated. Mr. Lapoda, California Aquaculture, indicated that they propose to cultivate green abalone as a start. He further related that the water temperature, location, and food source should assure a high yield. A motion was made APPROVING ROI-162, to permit aquaculture with a conditional use permit. - APPROVED MOTION : Larson SECOND : Jose AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson NOES : None VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. January 10, 1979 A motion was made approving the minutes of January 10, 1979 as corrected. APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Larson AYES : Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Larson ABSTAIN: Jose, Marcus B. January 24, 1979 A motion was made approving the minutes of January 24, 1979 as corrected. F APPROVED MOTION: Jose SECOND : Rombotis AYES : Schick, RombotiS, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson PLANNING COMMISSION MI" FES February 14, 1979 Page .- VII. six (6) APPROVAL OF MSOLUTIONS A. Resolution No'. 1491, Mo'la Deve'lopment, 'SDP '77'-.1('B) A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1491 as read. APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Larson AYES : Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson B. Resolution No. 1490, Muni'cipal Swimminq Pool, CUP-158 A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1490 as corrected. APPROVED MOTION : Jose SECOND : Rombotis AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson VIII. OTHER BUSINESS It was announced that this was the last meeting of Mr. Don Rose who would be leaving the City this month. A minute motion was made that a letter of appreciation be drafted in recognition of the outstanding service Don has rendered as Associate Planner in charge of the Current Planning section of the Planning Department. APPROVED MOTION : Jose SECOND: Larson AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Wrench, Marcus, Jose, Larson VIII. There being no further business the meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, MARGARET SACKRIDER, Recording Secretary ATTEST : - JAMES C. HAGAMAN, Secretary