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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1979-12-12; Planning Commission; MinutesPLANNING COMMISSIOF”1NUTES CITY OF CARLSBAD December 12, 1979 Page One (1) PJ- OFFICIAL UNTIL h :ROVED AT SUBSEQUENT MEETING OF THE CARLSBAD PLANNING COMMISSION r I. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:OO P.M. by Chairman Schick. .- 11. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Chairman Schick, Commissioners Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson Commissioner absent: Commissioner Friestedt Ex Officio members present: Dan Hentschke, Assistant City Attorney; James C. Hagaman, Planning Director Staff present: Bud Plender, Principal Planner; Les Evans, City Engineer; Richard Allen, Principal City Engineer; Brian Milich, Assistant Planner. The pledge of allegiance was led by Chairman Schick. 111. AGENDA ITEM COMMUNICATIONS A. Staff noted that the applicant for agenda Item E, under New Public Hearings, CT 79-23/CP-32, had requested a continuance of the project to allow further staff and applicant interaction and possible resolution of staff concerns. It was generally agreed by all present that the item would be taken out of agenda order and would be number one under New Public Hearings. B. Chairman Schick, asked Commission and applicant indulgence in the trailing of ZC-207 , SUP-4 and PDP-3 to the end of the New Public Hearing Items as a substan- tial amount of time will be involved, and in order to expedite the rest of the agenda. IV. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS A. V-295, Easterbrooks, Variance to reduce required front and side yard setbacks on property located on the west side of Ocean Street, between Beech and Del Mar Avenue. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:05 P.M. Bud Plender referenced staff’s previous report of November 28, 1979, stating that it appears that the applicant and the City Attorney’s Office may have reached an agreement. Mr. C. Schlehuber, representing the applicant, of 4085 Sunnyhill Drive, indicated concurrence with the terms and conditions of the staff report, and noted that the issue of the dedica- tion will be addressed at the time of building permits. PLANNING COMMISSIO-YINUTES December 12, 1979 Pqge. TFM (-2 I_ The Assistant City Attorney indicated that the conditions of approval had been explained to the applicant, and he is in concurrenct therewith, A motion was made approving V-295, based on the findings as contained in the Staff Report, dated Novembgr 28, 1979, and subject to the conditions proposed therein, and with the further clarification to condition #2 that the dedication of the easement will be entered into prior to the issuance of building permits. MOTION APPROVED ’_ MOTION : Larsdn SECOND: Rodotis AYES : SchTck, Rambotis Jose, Leeds , Marcus 2 Larson V. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7120 P,M, A, CT 79-23/cP-32, Kupfer? 18 unit condominium development on Altisma Way, La Costa. Bud Plender reiterated the applicantbs request that the matter be-continued due to the fact that staff was recom- mending denial of the project at this time. Charles 0, Peinado, 6615 Camino Cieto, La Jolla, the applicant, requested a continuance to the meeting of January 9, 1979 for further work with staff. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CONTINUED AT 7:22 P.N. A motion was made continuing CT 79~23/CP-32 to the meeting of January 9, 1980. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Jose SECOND g Marcus AYES ,: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson I B. CT 79-24/CP-33, Cook, tentative map and condominium permit for the conversion of 40 existing apartments into condominiums located on the northwest corner of Tamarack and Jefferson system. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:23 P.M. Bud Plender presented the staff report, recommending approval’of the project, subject to certain conditions. He indicated that the applicant had recently requested that a comon water meter be allowed to each seperate building, rather than individual meters to each unit. He suggested that a condition of approval be added to allow for this modification. PLANNING COMMISSIO~INUTES December 12, 1979 Page Three (-3) Commissioner Larson expressed concern over the under- ground storage units, as to accessibility, ventilation, etc. Staff explained that this is the City's first request for underground storage, and agreed that accessibility was of some concern. He noted, however, that the staff believed that other amenities offered by the project presented a worthwhile trade-off of the underground storage facility. Commissioner Jose asked if staff had looked into the rental availability throughout the City. Staff responded they had not. Commissioner Rombotis asked if the landscaping was adequate. Staff responded that although there were few large trees, there was an abundance of open landscaped areas for recreation. Chairman Schick noted concern as to the extra trash container in the parking area. Staff related that the applicant was working with Coast Waste Management regarding sufficient trash containers and refuse areas for the buildings. John Stanley, attorney representing the applicant, indicated that the project was originally designed as condominiums and each unit included a vast amount of storage. He indicated that the storage within the units should be adequate, but in light of the condominium requirements, additional storage must be provided and for this reason they suggested the under- ground facility. He indicated the storage area would be security proof and a sump pump would be installed to help alleviate the moisture problems. Marvin Carol, the developer, related that they had originally designed the storage around the pool area, but there was not sufficient area to satisfy the condo ordinance. He further related that additional landscaping would be installed prior to marketing of the condominiums. Commissioner Larson asked about sound attenuation of the units closest to Tamarack. Mr. Stanley indicated that the widening of Tamarack was sometime down the road, and therefore any noise attenuation of said unit had not been taken into consideration. The Commission expressed general concern regarding lighting in the storage facility, accessiblity to the storage, metering of the project, etc. PLANNING COMMISSI~ MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Four (4) Mr. Carol explained that there would be lighting in the storage areas, as well as a sprinkler system for fire safety, and a fan for ventilation. He suggested that in lieu of individual water meters that one meter be installed for each unit, with individual regulators. He also requested that they be granted flexibility in the placement of storage, instead of the underground facility. Sherry Sato, a resident of the complex, expressed extreme displeasure with the proposed condominium conversion. She related that the two additional trash dumpsters had been there for over six months, not recently installed for the Christmas Season, as the applicant stated and is taking up parking space. In regards to the underground storage, she indicated that it would not have adequate accessibility, and would be too damp for storage of most articles. She noted that she would not be in favor of common water meters, as she does not desire to pay for other's use of water. She indicated that the recreational areas are not adequate because the children are not allowed to play on the grassy areas. Ms. Sat0 further related many problems with the complex, including an unheated pool and jacuzzi, poor refuse areas, inadequate soundproof- ing between the units, drainage and runoff problems, etc., noting that if the applicant cannot maintain the units properly now, it would appear that he could not provide a quality condominium project. She went on to say that the najority of the renters could not replace the units on a rental basis and also could not qualify for purchase of the property. Art Wort, a resident of the complex, agreed with Ms. Sat0 and related his belief that the project was not of the quality necessary for a conversion to condominiums. Gloria Johnson, apartment #4 of the project, indicated that she was opposed to the underground storage, and also pointed out that there was a potential traffic hazard along Tamarack now, as the traffic is consistently increasing. She noted that the storage in the apartments is not as spacious as the applicant would suggest, and that the storage area indicated on the patios also houses the hot water heaters, and there- fore one: must be careful what is stored there. Don Humphries, apartment #6 of the project, indicated oppostion to the project and informed the Commission that inadequate sprinkler and 6rainage systems have created dampness within the units now, and therefore does not see how an effective underground facility for storage could be produced. _- Mary Ann Norton, apartment #8, asked what percentage of residences in Carlsbad are to be devoted to rentals. c PLANNING COMMISSIC MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Five (5) Staff responded that any residential within the City could be rented. The City Attorney indicated that the law does not allow cities to regulate condominium conversions with regard to available rental units and city-wide vacancy rates unless such matters are addressed in the City’s General plan. The applicant indicated that adequate parking was being provided for the units due to the deletion of some of the islands in the parking area. Commissioner Larson asked if the noise attenuation was adequately provided. Richard Allen responded that the Building Code would specify the requirements in that regards. Commissioner Marcus asked if there was sufficient room above ground for storage. Staff responded that there did not appear to be any good area above ground for adequate storage. Commissioner Ronbotis indicated his belief that the landscaping ~7as inadequate. The applicant indicated that additional landscaping would be added as the units are converted. Commissioner Jose stated his opinion that the project is an apartment development and not suitable for condominiums. Commissioner Leeds related her belief that the underground storage is unsatisfactory due to dampness and her observa- tion that it would appear that additional parking spaces had been added by narrowing existing spaces. Commissioner Larson expressed sympathy for the tenants, but related that the units did, in fact, meet the majority of the requirements for condominium conversion. However, the storage facility is not adequate and the trash receptacle areas should be redesigned to accorrnodate the additional two containers. Commissioner Marcus agreed with Commissioner Larson and related her opinion that some parking could be provided on the street, thereby freeing- area for storage, ,- PLANNING CQMMISSION-INUTES Decerqber 12, 1979 Page Six C6) Commissioner Rombotis commented. that he could agree to the condition of one water meter per building. He does not agree with staff’s opinion that there is sufficient landscaping. He would appreciate seeing a landscape plan. He further believes the storage facility is unacceptable, Chairman Schick indicated that most of the points of contention could be worked out and asked the applicant if he would agree to a continuance of the matter. The applicant indicated that he would agree to continue the project to January 9, 1980, Commissioner Jose indicated that he would like to see additional landscaping and recreational facilities, and possibly a tot lot for the children, He would also like staff to check into the issue of noise abatement for the units. A motion was made to continue CT 79-24/CP-33 to the meeting of January 9, 1980. MOTION APPRO’VED MOTION : Jose SECOND : Marcus AYES : Schick, Rumbotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson The City Attorney asked the applicant if he was waiving the 50 day approval period as per the Subdivision Map Act, and the applicant indicated he was, C. CT 79-2O/CP-23, Six condominium units.on La Costa :I Avenue, La7 Costa. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 8:45 P.M. Brian Milich presented the staff report recommending approval subject to certain conditions. He suggested that condition #11 be deleted since the applicant has resolved the storage problem. He also related that a new condition #ll be added. indicating that trash compactors shall be provided for each un:it. Commissioner Jose asked if the applicant agreed to the new condition # 11 I Staff responded that the applicant had not been appraised of the added condition and was not present at the hearing. Commissioner Larson questioned condition #17 regarding soil analysis every 500 feet, Staff indicated that the condition should be revised, deleting reference to soil analysis. ” PLANNING COMMISSIO' 4INUTES December 12, 1979 Page Seven (7) - Commissioner Marcus expressed concern over the corrugated Plexiglas, as to its aesthetic value from the golf course. The City Attorney, responding to Commission query, indicated that the Commission could impose additional conditions of approval in the absence of an applicant. William Lewis, property owner to the adjacent property indicated that the proposal is not in conformance to the CC&Rs for La Costa homeowners and the applicant should be allowed to development as proposed. He asked if the density factor of the site was suitable and if the height was in conformance with City standards. He expressed opposition to the project, stating that his view to the west would be blocked and he did not believe a project of this size was compatible with surrounding residential, single-family dwellings. Staff responded that the General Plan allows a higher density than requested by the applicant. The RDM Zone allows a building height of 35' and the elevations indicate the proposed buildings to be 26'. Staff feels the project represents a nice buffer between existing dwelling units (multiple-family) and single family residences. The City Attorney indicated that the Commission should be concerned with the enforcement of CC&Rs and suggested that this should be resolved as a private matter between property owners. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:05 P.M. WITH NO FURTHER TESTIMONY. Commissioner Rombotis related that the Commission could not get involved in a dispute over CC&Rs and indicated his belief that this is a good project, well designed, which meets criteria of the Zoning and Condominium Ordinances. A motion was made recommending approval of CT 79-20/CP-23 under the terms and conditions as contained in the staff report, dated December 12, 1979, and subject to the conditions contained therein, with the deletion of Condition No. 11, the addition of a condition requiring the installation of trash compactors in each unit, and the revision to Condition No. 17, deleting the requirement for soil analysis of slopes. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Larson AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus and Larson. PLANNING COKNISSION.~INUTES December 12, 1979 Page Eight (8) D. CP-31, Roy Ward, Condominium permit for 10 Units located on the southwest corner of Levante and Centella Streets. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 9:lO P.M. Bud Plender presented the staff report recommending approval of the project, subject to certain conditons. He recommended changes to conditions #4, 5, and 6 and reiterated that the public facility fee must be paid prior to the approval of the Planning Commission Resolution on this project. Roy Ward, the applicant, indicated concurrence with the staff report and respectfully requested Commission approval of the project. Carl Hanson, 7802 Estancia, asked if the units proposed were to be apartments or condominiums, He related that there have been problems with apartment developments in the past and that apartments generally attract a less desirable element, whereas condominium owners have a certain pride of ownership.. He indicated opposition to the development of apartments in the area, Staff clarified that the development was for condominium units. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:15 PRYq WITH NO FURTHER TESTIMONY A motion was made recammending approval of CP-31, subject to the terms and conditions as contained in the staff report, dated December 12, 1979, and with the following modifications: Condition 85 shall be changed to read: "The final condominium map shall not be approved unless the City Council finds at the time of such approval that sewer service is available to serve the subdivision." Condition #6 shall be changed to read: HThis condominium permit is approved upon the express condition that building permits will not be issued for development of the sub)ect property unless the City Engineer determines that sewer facilities are available at the time of application for such permits and will continue to be available until time of oc- cupancy, If the City Engineer determines that sewer facilities are not available, building permits will not be issued." 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Nine (9) Condition No. 2 shall be altered to reflect that the applicant shall submit a reproducible copy of the condo- minium plan prior to approval of building permits. MOTION APPROVED MOTION : Jose SECOND : Rombotis AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, and Larson E. CUP-168, Pelly's Nursery, Conditional Use Permit for a commercial nursery in the R-A-10 Zone located on the east side of Avenida Encinas, north of Palomar Airport Road. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 9:17 P.M. Bud Plender presented the staff report recommending approval of the project, subject to certain conditions. He indicated that Condition No. 4 should be deleted as no further fees are required for the project. Charles Fremdling, the applicant, indicated that he would like to continue in the nursery business and agrees to abide by the conditions of approval. He asked if he could place the 4'x8' sign which he removed from Palomar Airport Road on the side of the building. Staff related that the property is zoned R-A-10,000, which is not consistent with the General Plan, Regional Retail Commercial, and suggested a zone change be in order to bring the property into the proper zone. He pointed out that no off-site signs are permitted. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:25 P.M. WITH NO FURTHER TESTIMONY. A motion was made approving CUP-168 subject to the terms and conditions as referenced in the staff report, dated December 12, 1979, and with the deletion of Condition No. 4 on public facility fees. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Jose SECOND : Larson AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus and Larson A TEN MINUTE RECESS WAS CALLED AT 9:30 P.M. F. V-298, Sohol, Variance to reduce the front yard set- back from 20 feet to 10 feet on Tuttle Street. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 9:40 P.M. PLANNING COP4MISSION-INUTES December 12, 1979 Page Ten (101 Brian Milich presented the staff report recommending approval of the project,! subject to certain conditions. He indicated that the applicant is aware of the conditions of approval, but is not in attendance at this evening’’s meeting. Commissioner Larson asked if the provision of a sidewalk was necessary. Staff replied said sidewalk may not be used extensively as there are no sidewalks on either side of the subject property. Chairman Schick noted inconsistency with staff’s requirement for sidewalks, * ’ THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 9:45 P.M, W3YH NO PUBLIC TEST IMONY A motion was made approving V-298 subject to the terms and condltions referenced in the staff report, dated December 12, 1973, and with the deletion of condition #3, regarding sidewalks, MOTION APPROVED MOT ION : Rombo t i s SECOND : Larson AYES : Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus Larson G. V-296, Birtcher Pacific, variance to reduce setbacks in the PM zone, on property located north of Corte de la Pina and east of Yarrow Drive. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 9:50 P.M. Bud Plender presented the staff report, recommending denial. Commissioner Rombotis suggested that lots 4, 5,$‘ 6, 7, 8 and 9 be developed under a PUD. Staff indicated that the PUD process permits a reduction in yards, and related that he believes at least one lot to the north of the subject project is being considered for a PUD. Commissioner Jose expressed concern over a precedent being set. Bob - Campbell, representing Birtcher Pacific, indicated that the project has been under staff review and consideration €or quite sometime. Originally, two small cul de sacs were proposed, leaving larger lots, but staff recommended one long cul de sac, thereby creating narrow lots. He indicated that the request for side and rear yard variation is not a paramount issue, but that the front yard reduction from 25 to 0 feet is of; major importance. He pointed out that with a 50‘ setback, it is almost impossible to economically design landscaping PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Eleven (11) .- from the property line to the building. He would request that this front setback be reduced to 25' for full landscaping to the building, and with no parking or driveways in that area. Leo Mc Roskey, the owner of adjacent property stated that he had no objections to the proposed project but would request that any change to setback requirements in the area be extended to his property on Yarrow Drive. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 1O:OO WITH NO FURTHER PUBLIC TESTIMONY Commissioner Larson related that the approval of this project would set a precedent for other such setback reductions. Commissioner Rombotis indicated that he would like to see all of the cul de sac property developed comprehensively, under the PUD or Site Plan process. He further related that he could not make the proper findings to warrant a variance in this instance. Commissioner Larson related! that he did not believe adequate trade-offs could be supplied for a PUD. He suggested that the applicant look into-a Zone Code Amendment. " A motion was made denying V-296 for those reasons as set forth in the staff report. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Jose AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson ZCA-119, Interim Zoning, an amendment to Section 21.30.040 by the addition of Section 21.61.020 to provide for interim zoning if any zone is declared to be invalid as applied to specific property. THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENDED AT 10:05 P.M. The City Attorney related that the Zone Code Amendment was necessary due to recent court decisions, and for the protection of the City. He indicated that it would place affected property in a "holding zone" pending staff and City Council review and action. Bob Ladwiq, 3289 Donna Drive, related that it appeared the City was attempting to cover all bases before something happened. It is his opinion that such an amendment would result in the erosion of individual property rights, by providing a way for the City to attack those rights without the benefit of the public hearing process. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Twelve (12) " The City Attorney explained that the automatic zoning would occur only when the existing zoning, which had already been subject to hearings, was declared invalid by a court. The subject property would then be placed in a limited control zone, thereby allowing some use (although limited and controlled) of the property pending further City Council determination and action. THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 10:15 P.M. WITH NO FURTHER TESTIMONY A motion was made recommending approval of ZCA-119 as per Exhibit "A", dated October 16, 1979, on file in the Planning DepartRent. MOTION APPROVED MOTION : Larson SECOND : Marcus AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson I. ZC-207, SUP-4, & PDF-3, La Costa Land Co. & SMCWD It was decided that due to the length of this item it should be trailed to the end of the agenda. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. SDP 78-3(B), Burnett, amendment to the Site Development Plan to relocate the market and a parking lot on property located at the southwest corner of La Costa Avenue and El Camino Real. Commissioner Marcus inquired as to the truck loading dock for Vons Market. Bill Burnett, the applicant, indicated that a parcel map creating legal lots had been undertaken with La Costa Land Company, thereby allowing the loading dock to be situated deeper than before, for better aesthetics. In addition he assured Commissioner Marcus that adequate screeening of the area would be provided. He went on record as disagreeing with condition of approval #5 regarding City Council Policy No. 17, and stated that he is appealing said condition to the City Council. A motion was made approving SDF 78-3 as per the findings and conditions as contained in the staff report, dated December 12, 1979, and with the modification to condition #4 as referenced by staff. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Thirteen (13) - MOTION APPROVED MOTION : Jose SECOND : Marcus AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson. B. MS-402, Jordan, minor subdivision creating panhandle lots on Park Drive, just north of Sunrise Circle. Mr. Plender announced that staff was recommending denial of the project, and since the applicant was not present at the hearing, the matter should be continued to the agenda of January 9, 1980. C. CT 79-13/CP-17, Joseph, revised findings and conditions of approval. Bud Plender explained that the City Council had returned this project, which had been denied by the Planning Commission, to staff for revised findings and recommended conditions of approval. A motion was made recommending that the revised findings and conditions of approval be forwarded to the City Council for approval. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Marcus AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson D. CT 79-15/CP-18, Courtyard Townhomes revised findings and conditions of approval. Bud Plender explained that the City Council had returned this project, previously denied by the Commission, to staff for revised findings and conditions of approval, and in- dicating that the variance on this project, which had been appealed to the City Council, had been approved. Commissioner Larson indicated that he could see the point of Council on the preceeding project, but personally does not agree with the Council. A motion was made recommending that the revised findings and conditions of a2proval be forwarded to the City Council for approval. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND: Marcus AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Leeds, Marcus, Larson NO : Jose PLANNING COI4MISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Fourteen (14) E. South Coast Asphalt Mr. Plender referenced the recent letter received from South Coast Asphalt regarding operating hours. No action is necessary in this regards. ZC-207, SUP-4, and FDP-3 (from earlier agenda) THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED AT 10:40 P.M. Bud Plender presented the staff report, requesting that the matter be continued to a special meeting to allow further staff-applicant interaction and review. Jim McKay, the applicant, representing San Marcos County Water District, clarified for the record that San Marcos County Water District is, indeed the applicant in this project. He went on to say that SMCWD is the owner of the existing facility, and will be the owner of the improved facility. He introduced Betty Ferguson, President of the San Marcos County Water District, who was in the audience. Fred Morey, representing La Costa Land Company, indicated that the project had been under review for the past 44 years. He indicated that the San Marcos County Water District and the Coastal Commission had reached an agreement after many hours of review by applicable agencies, such as the Water Quality Control Board. Dennis O'Leary, 3505 Camino del Rio, South, San Diego, a consultant representing the applicant indicated that this project represents the rehabilitation of an existing plant which is not completely adaptable to water reclam- ation. He indicated that the existing plant will be expanded to accommodate 600,000 gallons per day of reclaimed water with approximately 500,000 gallons to be utilized in La Costa. Open space land has been set aside for application for a period of time until the Rancheros are developed (2-3 years). In regards to the balancing reservoir, it may no longer be needed. Mr. O'Leary indicated that the other reservoir may be utilized for the same purpose. The spillway was discussed and Mr. O'Leary assured the Commission that any water runoff would be highly treated water, suitable for irrigation, and neeting the requirements of the Water Quality Control Board. Mr. O'Leary indicated that a Type I use will ultimately be made of the water, but for a short period of time it will be utilized as Type I1 until further development of La Costa. PLANNING COMM1SSIC"MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Fifteen (15) Concern has been expressed regarding drippings from the trucks transporting the sludge. Mr. O'Leary indicated the sludge would be dried and dewatered at the plant site and would be the consistency of moist, loamy soil, and would not drip from trucks. Regarding the fail-safe, Mr. O'Leary indicated that no pipelines would be erected to an ocean outfall, but that the plant had a generator which would kick on in the event of a power failure, and a series of aeration tanks have been conservatively designed to hold the capacity of the sewage treatment plant for a period of 24 hours and still effectively treat the sewage. In addition a 57 mqd reservoir has been proposed which will hold the total output of the plant for a period of three months. He indicated that the Water Quality Control Board will not allow any discharge into the lagoon under any cir- stances, and therefore findings in this regard are unnecessary. He pointed out that the layout as shown on Exhibit C is incorrect as some of the buildings, tanks and roads have been shifted to alleviate excavation of the site, but do not in any way affect processing. Mr. O'Leary related that condition #lo requires that a measurement be taken from the northern edge of the property, and that possibly a more effective measurement would be from the actual processing units. Mr. O'Leary pointed out that other agencies require that no public be allowed in either the processing plant itself or the reservoir area and therefore condition #20 would be redundant. Fencing of the project was discussed and it was pointed out that Lake Calavera Hills was required to install a 8' chain link fence, whereas this project is requested to erect a 6' fence. Also the applicant indicated that he proposed a 5 strand barbed wire around the reservoir. Commissioner Jose stated that La Costa will utilize 500 mgd and the plan can process 600, leaving 100 mgd to be utilized elsewhere before the plant can operate at full capacity. Commissioner Rombotis wondered who would own and maintain the expanded plant. , PLANNI,NG COYMISSION -:NUTES December 12, 1979 Page Sixteen< (16,$.. .- P Mr. O'Leary explained that the plant will be owned and operated by the SMCWD and any irrigation lines will be maintained by the users, under survgillance by the SISCWD. Commissioner Larson asked if the capacity of the reservoir would accomodate the runoff during the rainy season. Mr. O'Leary stated that the reservoir had been designed to fill up gradually, anticipating a wet winter, Tt should begin emptying in April, with 60% being utilized for irrigation during July and August. Chairman Schick asked where the dried sludge would be trans- ported , Mr. O'Leary indicated that it would be used as a soil conditioner, Excess sludqe would then be transported to a landfill (less than 10%-of the municipa1"s solid waste), probably Sycamore or Otay. Bob Ladwi , representing the applicant, indicated that units will be placed 350* from Corinthia, although the plant site will be closer. Mr. Kozinsky, 5692 Rutgers, La Jolla, representing the applicant, related that the dam had been designed to alleviate, as much as possible, the drainage problem. Sand and gravel will be installed around the dam to filter water, which will be collected in pipes and returned to the reservoir. He insured the Commission that the plans for the dam/reservoir complied with State requirements, He noted that the dam had been designed to effectively operate under tropical storm conditions, with an emergency storage capacity of 90 days. In answer to Commissioner Larsons question, Mk. Kozinsky indicated that the dam would represent a 9 acre lake, with a 17 acre drainage area, discharging into the San Marcos Canyon. Commissioner Rombotis asked if there was enough natural clay to build the dam, to the CityRs 100qdodor easement, the processing Mr. Kozinsky indicated that most of the burrow would be supplied within the immediate area, with the remainder being brought from Rancho Santa Fe, Commissioner Schick asked if there would he buildings at the reservoir site. Mr. Kozinsky related that there would be a small shed with controls for the pumps and pipes; and a small generator, PLANNING COMMISSIO”Y1NUTES December 12, 1979 Page Seventeen (17) Chairman Schick asked about the mixing of the collected I seepage water into the reservoir. Mr. O’Leary explained that the water stored in the reservoir would be treated and any seepage water collected around the dam should not need further treatment. In the event that said runoff seepage would need further treatment, however, the piping system could carry the water back for additional treatment as needed, instead of mixing directly back into the reservoir. ,/- Mr. Ron Peacock landscaping for that a seed mix , Route 5, Box 215 R., Escondido, doing the the applicant, stated for the Commission had been developed which would tolerate the high concentration of salt (1100 tds) inherent in reclaimed water, thrive in standing water and at the same time tolerate prolonged drought conditions. He indicated that the species mix should grow well in shallow soils, yet deep root for permanancy. A maximum leaf area to expedite evaporation, and reduce the moisture concentration of the soil has been developed and will be hydroseeded over the 200 to 250 acres. He explained that a mixture has been provided of shrubs, groundcover and trees for effective erosion contro THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 12:OO P.M. WITH NO FURTHER PUBLIC TESTIMONY Chairman Schick asked if the plant could possibly take advantage of funding from the State, in that the facility was a training station. Mr. McKay indicated that due to Proposition 13 there would be no federal funding for the project of any kind. Commissioner Larson commented that his questions had been answered, largely due to the previous application by Lake Calavera Hills. Commissioner Jose indicated concern in that it was his understanding that local landfills had been filled. Mr. McKay indicated that sludge would be hauled to Sycamore as necessary. A motion was made directing staff to prepare documents recommending approval of ZC 207 under terms and conditions as contained in the staff report, December 12, 1979. 1. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Larson AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Eighteen (18) - A motion was made directing staff to prepare documents approving SUP-4, in accordance with the staff report, dated December 12, 1979. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND: Jose AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus Larson A motion was made directing staff to prepare documents recommending approval of PDP-4, subject to conditions as recommended by staff and consistent with the testimony presented at the public hearing. MOTION APPROVED MOTION : Rombotis SECOND : Larson AYES: Schick, Rombotis, Jose, Leeds, Marcus, Larson IX. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approval of the minutes of November 28, 1979, was continued to the next meeting. X. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS A. Resolution No. 1570, CT 79-12/CP-16, Malter. A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1570 as submitted. MOTION APPROVED PlOTION: Rombotis SECOND: Marcus AYES : Schick, Jose, Leeds, Larson, Rombotis, Marcus B. Approval of Resolution No. 1571, CT 75-9(A), Santa Fe Knolls, was continued to the next meeting. C. Approval of Resolution No. 1572, CT 79-19/CP-22 Bodjanac, was continued to the next meeting. D. Resolution No. 1573, CT 79-21/CP-24, Pacific Engineering A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1573 as submitted. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND : Marcus AYES: Schick, Jose, Leeds, Larson, Rombotis, Marcus PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES December 12, 1979 Page Nineteen (19) -. E. Resolution No. 1574, V-297, 358 Jerez Company. A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1574 as submitted. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND: Marcus AYES: Schick, Jose, Leeds, Larson, Rombotis, Marcus F. Resolution No. 1575, PUD-8, Broadmoor Homes. A motion was made approving Resolution No. 1575 as submitted. MOTION APPROVED MOTION: Rombotis SECOND: Marcus AYES: Schick, Jose, Leeds, Larson, Rombotis, Marcus XI. There being no further business the meeting- was adjourned at Respectfully Submitted, I MARGARET SACKRIDER Recording Secretary ATTEST : 9 ..-.‘James C. Hagarnap, Secretary / ./ ,,‘ I/’