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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-09-16; Planning Commission; Minutesf’ ‘. w f 4, MINUTES Meeting of: PLANNING COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m. Date of Meeting: September 16, 1987 -4 Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS \ I CALLTO ORDER: Chairman Marcus called the Meeting to order at 6:13 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Commissioner McBane. ROLL CALL: Present - Chairman Marcus, Commissioners Hall, Holmes, McBane, McFadden, and Schramm Absent - Commissioner Schlehuber Staff Members Present: Michael Holzmiller, Planning Director Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director Mike Howes, Senior Planner Gary Wayne, Senior Planner Lance Schulte, Associate Planner Bobbie Hoder, Senior Management Analyst Phil Carter, Senior Management Analyst Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney Lloyd Hubbs, City Engineer David Hauser, Assistant City Engineer Steve Jantz, Associate Engineer PLANNING COMMISSION PROCEDURES: Chairman Marcus reviewed the Planning Commission procedures shown on the overhead for the benefit of the audience. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE ON ITEMS NOT LISTED IN THE AGENDA: There were no comments from the audience. AGENDA ADDITIONS, DELETIONS OR ITEMS TO BE CONTINUED: The were no agenda additions, deletions, or items to be continued. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1) Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 6 - A detailed plan for the provision of public facilities to meet adopted performance standards for Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 6, based on the City of Carlsbad's General Plan on property generally located in the developed portions of the La Costa area. Mike Howes, Senior Planner, distributed and explained some last minute corrections to the plan. He then gave an introductory staff report and stated that Zone 6 covers the developed portion of La Costa Community of Carlsbad, is basically an infill zone, and that the area is 80X developed. Lance Schulte presented the public facilities in three groups, those presently conforming to the performance standards, those that conform to a specific date, and those that are nonconforming. f- 9 MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 2 Drainage Existing facilities along with minor improvements will serve to meet the adopted performance standard to buildout of Zone 6. Sewer Collection Areas of Zone 6 within: City of Carlsbad Sewer Service District will meet the adopted performance standard to buildout. Leucadia County Water District will not meet the adopted performance standard unless the "Planning Study Leucadia County Water District, 9-85" is implemented. San Marcos County Water District will meet the adopted performance standard to buildout. Water Distribution Water service to Zone 6 meets the adopted performance standards to the buildout of the Zone. City Administrative Facilities Existing facilities meet the adopted performance standard until the year 2005. Library Existing and programmed facilities meet the adopted performance standard until the year 2003. Waste Water Treatment Capacity Existing facilities meet the adopted performance standard. Open Space Existing open space meets the adopted performance standard. An ongoing work program will assure the open space performance standard is maintained through buildout. Schools For areas of Zone 6 within: Carlsbad Unified School District; Encinitas Union School District; San Dieguito Union High School District; San Marcos Unified School District. The adopted performance standard is indicated as being met. Parks Park District 3 (southwest quadrant) currently does not meet the adopted performance standard. There is a current deficiency of 26.34 acres of park facilities. Park District 4 (southeast quadrant) currently does not meet the adopted performance standard. There is a current deficiency of 2.22 acres of park facilities. . . . ,1 MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 3 COMMISSIONERS Circulation Three intersections impacted by Zone 6 do not currently meet the adopted performance standard. The intersections currently failing to meet the standards are El Camino Real/La Costa Avenue, La Costa Avenue/I-S Northbound, and La Costa Avenue/I-S Southbound. Until the performance standard is met, at each location, no development may be allowed in the Zone. With existing plus committed traffic two additional intersections will fail to meet the standard. At buildout, three intersections are projected to fall below the standard unless mitigating improvements occur. Fire Existing facilities do not meet the adopted performance standard. Fire Station 112 provides 5 minute response to a large portion of Zone 6; however, all of Zone 6 will not be able to meet the performance standard until Fire Station H6 is constructed and operational. Phil Carter presented a financing plan which would require a majority of property owners in Zone 6 to advance $9.5 million dollars to mitigate the deficiencies in parks, circulation, and fire facilities. He reviewed how the $9.5 million was determined, how the monies would be collected, and how reimbursement agreements would be structured. Commissioner Hall inquired how future projects would be assessed the fee differential and Phil Carter replied that projects would be required to pay the per unit assessment up front. Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing open and issued the invitation to speak. Fred Morey, 2618 Abedul Street, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he owns a home and lot in Zone 6. He felt that the plan for Zone 6 was difficult to interpret. He has no objection to fronting the money but feels that there are 400-500 owners who are still unaware of the financing requirement and that they should be consulted. In addition, he has reviewed plans for Zones 11 and 12 in which no mention has been made about fire facilities. He does not feel that the 1500 units in the Zone 6 pipeline should be required to pay for the entire fire plan, that it should be distributed over the entire quadrant. He does not feel that this was well thought out. Debbie O'Callahan, 2625 Culebra Lane, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that she lives in Zone 6 in the Ponderosa Development. She is concerned about the five minute response time and reviewed a December 3, 1986 fire incident which occurred at 5:30 a.m. in her neighborhood. She stated that the actual response time from the time the call was made was in excess of ten minutes and if an engine had to contend with traffic it would be more like 15 minutes. She feels it is unfair to residents to be told there is a five minutes response time when, in fact, it requires ten or fifteen minutes before the first truck arrives on the scene. She requested that consideration be given to relocating the new station #6 to a more central point for better protection. . . ‘. . n q MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 4 COMMISSIONERS Bill Doherty, 2600 La Golandrina, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he represents the Ponderosa Homeowners Association. He has been in contact with Chief Gary who assured him that the Fire Department can meet the five minute response time with a new truck, however, it is still misleading since the response time refers only to transit time. He feels that not enough time has been given to residents to review the plan and thinks that at least 30 days is necessary. He is also concerned about other facilities such as circulation and feels that prior planning is needed rather that post planning. He would like to see new ideas to avoid the gridlock. Jim Hansen, 3319 Cabo Court, Carlsbad, representing the Fieldstone Company, addressed the Commission and stated that he has met with staff and property owners. He is not speaking in an official capacity but only as a resident. He feels the Zone 6 plan and the financing mechanism is workable and is interested in getting it approved. Since the $9.5 million is a significant sum, he wonders if other means of financing have been explored. Jim Scott, 2903 Corte Harde, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he echoes Jim Hansen's remarks. He feels that staff is on the right track but that the financing plan is actually a public facilities fee. He would like to see the fee assessed on square footage. Mike Ryan, 6944 El Camino Real, Suite 2085, representing the Mision Estancia Partnership, addressed the Commission and stated that he presented a request for zone boundary adjustment to the Commission on August 19, 1987 and was denied primarily due to the possibility that the boundary adjustment would delay approval of the Zone 6 plan. He again requested a boundary adjustment to include his project in Zone 6. Bob Ladwig, representing Rick Engineering, addressed the Commission and stated that he would like to echo Debbie O'Callahan's concerns regarding fire response. He believes a letter needs to be sent to the City Council to accelerate the construction schedule for Fire Station H6. Allen Kendall, 2622 El Aguila Lane, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he is a neighbor of Debbie O'Callahan and Bill Doherty. He feels that Bob Ladwig's comments about Fire Station 116 do not apply to the Ponderosa Development since Fire Station 116 will be farther away than the fire station currently serving their area. He explained that if the City commits to a five minutes response time, the residents expect five minutes. There being no other person to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Chairman Marcus announced to the gallery that a packet containing minor technical corrections to the Zone 6 plan was available to anyone desiring it. Chairman Marcus stated that the Commission had received a letter from residents of Ponderosa and would like it included in the record (on file in the Planning Department). Chairman Marcus requested staff to respond to the comments made during the public hearing. Phil Carter, Senior -. ‘..- P ‘1 MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 5 Management Analyst, responded to Fred Morey's comment and stated that all property owners, including developers, in Zone 6 as well as other areas that benefit from Fire Station #6 would share the operating costs of the fire facility. He stated that the Fire Department has assured staff of a five minute response time and that a response time was first established in September 1986. Commissioner McFadden referred to the letter from the Ponderosa Homeowners Association requesting clarification of the response time. Phil Carter replied that the five minute response time refers to "transit" time--the time it takes for the fire truck to leave the station and arrive at the scene. Commissioner McFadden recommends that a letter be written to Ponderosa. Commissioner McFadden inquired about spreading the costs on a square footage basis. Michael Holzmiller, Planning Director, feels that costs should be based on dwelling unit without consideration to the size of the unit. There were no comments or questions from Commissioners on the City Administrative facilities, Library facilities, or Waste Water facilities. Commissioner McFadden requested that leasing be included as one of the options for park facilities. There were no comments or questions from Commissioners on the Drainage facilities. Commissioner McFadden inquired why staff does not recommend widening La Costa Avenue to four lanes between El Camino Real and I-5. Mr. Hauser, Assistant City Engineer, replied that another arterial (Alga) would give more benefit and that widening La Costa Avenue would not improve circulation until the bridge has been built. Commissioner McFadden inquired about the relationship of the Ranch0 Santa Fe Road alignment to the new fire station. Phil Carter replied that the Ranch0 Santa Fe Road alignment still needs to be resolved before the fire station can be built. Commissioner Schramm inquired if Zone 11 also needed to be approved before the new fire station could be built. Phil Carter replied that since it is a governmental project, the fire station could be built prior to approval of Zone 11. There were no comments or questions from Commissioners on the Open Space facilities, School facilities, or Sewer Collection facilities. Commissioner McFadden stated that San Marcos doesn't have the required ten day water storage. Although it has little impact on Zone 6, when Zone 11 comes in it will be a bigger problem. Phil Carter replied that the City Council has been advised that San Marcos cannot meet the water requirement but since the area serviced by San Marcos is so small, staff feels that a 3.2 day water supply is sufficient. As other zone plans are examined, plans will be included to increase the storage capacity when possible. Commissioner McFadden inquired when and where the third tank on Alga Road will be located. Chairman Marcus replied that the location of the new reservoir shows on the map on page 168 but staff was not aware of when it would be available. s. . P -7 MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 6 Commissioner Hall inquired if the Commission would be discussing Mr. Ryan's request for a zone boundary adjustment. Motion was duly made, seconded and carried to adopt Resolution No. 2670 approving Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 6, based on the City of Carlsbad's General Plan on property generally located in the developed portions of the La Costa area. Motion was duly made and seconded for a minor zone boundary adjustment to include the Mision Estancia loop. Commissioner McFadden inquired of the City Attorney if this boundary adjustment recommendation could be made since it was not an agenda item. Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney, replied that a zone boundary adjustment required proper noticing and environmental review before a recommendation could be made to the City Council. Motion for a minor zone boundary adjustment for the Mision Estancia loop was withdrawn on advice of counsel. RECESS The Planning Commission recessed at 7:20 p.m. and reconvened at 7:30 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director, advised the Commission that staff would be requesting a continuance to October 21, 1987 on item 4). 4) SDP 87-3 HANSON - Request for the approval of a site development plan to complete the construction of a second single family dwelling unit at 355 Hemlock Avenue within the Beach Area Overlay Zone. Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing open and issued the invitation to speak for any person who would be unable to attend the meeting on October 21, 1987. There being no person to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing closed. Motion was duly made, seconded and carried to continue SDP 87-3 HANSON to October 21, 1987. 2) SDP 87-4 LIN - Request for approval of a site development plan to allow a motel at the southeast corner of Pio Pica Drive and Magnolia Avenue in the CT-Q Zone. Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director, reviewed the background of the request and stated that the proposed project is located on a .74 acre site at the southeast corner of Pio Pica Drive and Magnolia Avenue. Property to the east is developed with single family homes. The First Baptist Church is located to the south, with Interstate 5 to the west adjacent to Pio Pica Drive. A vacant parcel owned by the Travel IM Motel and single family homes are located to the Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm ., . .- P /7 MINUTES ’ September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 7 north across Magnolia Avenue. The site is currently vacant with the exception of ten large palm trees, the applicant having recently demolished two dilapidated structures. The project proposes 48 units: 4 single rooms, three suites, and one manager's unit in a three-story building surrounding a courtyard and pool. The architecture is modern residential with a metal roof, third floor dormers, wood fascia, and colored stucco walls. A previous design was reviewed by the Commission and denied due to the massive appearance of the project. Adjacent residents also expressed concerns about driveways and windows overlooking their property. The architect has revised the plan to buffer existing residences on Magnolia Street from the project. Staff recommends approval. Commissioner Hall inquired which condition addresses the roof line. Mr. Grimm replied Condition H14 on page 5. Commissioner McBane inquired why there was no lighting condition. Mr. Grimm stated that one could be added. Mr. Grimm noted the staff memorandum revising Condition #7 to include compliance of the project with the Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 1. Commissioner Holmes would like a condition added to require trash receptacles to match the structure. Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing open and issued the invitation to speak. Christopher Rooney, 8030 Caminito de Piza, San Diego, representing the architectural firm of C. W. Kim and the Lin family, addressed the Commission and stated that his firm has worked closely with staff and feels that the revised design will meet the concerns of the neighbors. He stated that they have tried to blend the structure to the residential area by changing the roof line to meet the height requirement, improved the landscaping, and have reduced the density,from the previous scheme. He stated that it was impossible to remove the windows entirely on the east side of the structure because the courtyard did not provide sufficient natural light. In order to provide privacy to the neighbors by relocating the existing palm trees, he stated that it may be easier to plant new trees. Commissioner Hall inquired what the fence surrounding the project would be made of. Mr. Rooney replied that the site plan shows a split faced block, rough texture. Sam Levanuda, 1045 Magnolia, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he has lived in his present home for 17 years. His property borders the project. He agreed with the previous Planning Commission decision that a three-story structure is too high to border Rl zoning. He requested 1) a 7 ft. fence plus a 1 ft. decorative border since that would cover his fence at the highest point and camouflage the motel, 2) that the block wall be built before construction on the motel begins to eliminate dust, 3) that deciduous trees be replaced by evergreen trees to eliminate leaf droppings, and 4) that the driveway on Magnolia be eliminated for more control to eliminate robberies and other crime. 1. . .a .P 7 MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION. Page 8 Commissioner Schramm inquired if a 7 ft. fence would restrict air flow. Mr. Levanuda stated that privacy was more important to him and his wife. Commissioner McBane commented that third floor windows could be glazed to provide privacy to surrounding residents. Barbara Tuck, 1055 Magnolia, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that she is strongly opposed to a driveway on Magnolia because of the small children living in the area and the adjacent school bus stop. She also cited numerous crimes in the area on Pio Pica and is very concerned about the in/out access. There being no person to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Chairman Marcus requested that the record show a letter from Buffy's Restaurant in favor of the project and five letters in opposition, including that of Mr. Levanuda and Mrs. Tuck (copies on file in the Planning Department). Chairman Marcus inquired if staff could comment on the second driveway. David Hauser, Assistant City Engineer, replied that the second driveway is needed for emergency vehicles, trash pickup, and traffic flow. Chairman Marcus inquired if the the wall height proposed by the Commission was okay. Mr. Grimm replied that he is not sure if the requested height is allowable. If not, he stated that a variance could be requested. Chairman Marcus has no problem with the higher fence. Commissioner Schramm stated that the property line is very uneven, as much as two feet below Mr. Levanuda's property. She inquired if the applicant plans to berm the property line. She has no problem with the higher fence. Mr. Rooney stated that the applicant plans to match the property line but would not be bringing it up higher unless it is required. They would prefer to build a higher fence than bring in substantial fill. Commissioner Holmes inquired when this property was zoned for multiple use and Mr. Grimm replied that he guessed it was at least ten years, perhaps 15 years. He feels that since this has been zoned multiple for such a long period, that it changes the picture. He did note that it would be the only three-story structure in the area with the exception of the office building at the corner of Chestnut. He feels the design is still too massive, lacks beauty and ambiance, is very plain, and has no warmth. He would prefer something more attractive and in scale. Commissioner McBane stated that if the structure were reduced to two-story, it would better fit the area. Chairman Marcus has no problem with the project. She feels it is better than the existing motels and that the applicant has gone to great lengths to move away from the property line. She has no problem with the three-story. Commissioner McBane inquired if the applicant would consider opaque glass on the third floor windows. Mr. Rooney replied that he would look into this possibility. With regard to the September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 9 COMMISSIONERS two-story issue, he stated that a two-story structure would require more site space and cause a reduction in landscaping. Commissioner McFadden stated that she is unclear on the palm trees located in front of the third floor east windows. Mr. Grimm replied that Commissioners could condition it to be any kind of tree at 25 ft. high. Motion was duly made, seconded and carried to approve the Negative Declaration issued by the Planning Director and adopt Resolution No. 2679 approving SDP 87-4 based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein, and to include 1) a revised condition i/7 noting compliance to the Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 1, 2) that if existing trees cannot be relocated they be replaced by new trees of equal height, 3) to raise the wall height, if possible, to 7 ft. with a one ft. decorative trim on top, 4) that the wall be constructed prior to commencement of any other construction, 5) that the trees on the east property line be evergreen rather than deciduous, 6) that the standard lighting condition be added to prevent intrusion to neighboring residences, 7) to add a trash enclosure which is architecturally compatible with the building, and 8) that clear windows on the third floor facing east be replaced by opaque windows for privacy. 3) CUP-258(A) LA COSTA HOTEL & SPA - Request for a conditional use permit to allow the construction of a 40 square foot (eight feet by five feet) monument identification sign along the east side of El Camino Real, approximately 200 feet north of the existing La Costa Hotel and Spa sign. Gary Wayne, Senior Planner, reviewed the background of the request and stated that the applicant is requesting the approval for a conditional use permit to allow a 40 square foot monument identification sign to be placed along the east side of El Camino Real approximately 200 feet north of the existing La Costa Hotel and Spa sign. The proposed sign will face north so as to be visible to southbound traffic. Because the existing sign faces south and can only be seen by northbound traffic, there has been an increasing number of complaints from visitors traveling southbound on El Camino Real that it is almost impossible to identify the main entrance, especially at night. The proposed sign facing north and visible to southbound traffic should alleviate this problem. Staff recommends approval. Commissioner McBane inquired if the sign would be lighted and Mr. Wayne replied that it would be. Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing open and issued the invitation to speak. Bob Gentle, Rick Engineering, representing La Costa Hotel addressed the Commission and stated that the applicant is satisfied with the proposed conditions and that they have always intended to landscape in front of the base of the sign. They would like clarification on the impact of the Growth Management Plan to the proposed sign. There being no one else to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm P T MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 10 Mr. Wayne stated that staff has been advised by the City Attorney's office that since the sign is a discretionary item, the condition indicating compliance to the Growth Management Ordinance needs to be added to CUP. It is not felt that there will be much, if any, of a fee added to the application. Motion was duly made, seconded and carried to adopt Resolution No. 2678 approving CUP-258(a) based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein and including the additional finding noting compliance with the Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 6, revision to Condition t8, and the additional Condition 1110 as outlined in staff memorandum dated September 16, 1987. 5) CUP 87-7 PACTEL (KF&RNY MESA) - Request for approval of a conditional use permit to construct a 150 foot antenna tower and a 484 square foot equipment storage building located north of Squire's Dam in the R-A-10,000 Zone. Gary Wayne, Senior Planner, reviewed the background of the request and stated that the proposed project involves construction of a "cellular grid" telecommunications facility near Squires Dam. The facility would include a 150 ft. lattice steel antenna tower and an equipment storage building. The antenna tower would be designed to support four microwave dishes and have six 10 ft. whips extending from the top of the structure. The 484 sq. ft. equipment storage building would be constructed of beige slumpstone to blend with the surrounding environment. The subject site is located at the end of Sunny Creek Road about one and one-half miles east of El Camino Real, and north of Palomar Airport Road on property which belongs to the Costa Real Municipal Water District. A temporary 98 ft. antenna tower currently exists at the site; however, it is not sufficient to meet the needs of the applicant. There are also two other towers located in the vicinity of the proposed site. KKOS owns a 300 ft. radio tower located on the northwestern side of the reservoir and Cablevision owns a 160 ft. cable television relay tower on the northeastern side of the reservoir. The site for the proposed tower and building would require a 75 sq. ft. level pad to be graded. Staff recommends approval. Chairman Marcus inquired how long the temporary structure had been at this location and Mr. Wayne replied that it had been there since March. She then inquired about the length of time that the KKOS and Cablevision towers had been there and Mr. Wayne replied that at least 4-5 years, possibly more, in both instances. Commissioner McFadden inquired if the applicant has a water agreement with Mr. Kato, the lessor. Mr. Wayne replied that water would be a part of the landscape plan to be approved. When permits are reviewed, it is normal procedure to look at landscape and irrigation. A written agreement from the lessor could be requested at that time. Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing open and issued the invitation to speak. Neal Fitzpatrick, PacTel Cellular, addressed the Commission and stated that he had no formal presentation but directed attention to the staff report and a letter signed by Victor Kato allowing PacTel to receive free water from the Kato Farms irrigation system at Squires Dam. Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm P ‘T\ MINUTES September 16, 1987 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 11 Chairman Marcus questioned whether the agreement would be binding on a change of ownership. Mr. Fitzpatrick replied that landscaping will consist of drought resistant materials If necessary, he felt they could secure an easement for irrigation or bring in an irrigation truck to feed the drip system. Commissioner Schramm inquired if the microwave dishes will interfere with television. Mr. Fitzpatrick replied that the FCC requires licensing to ensure there is no interference. Commissioner Schramm noted that there was no condition limiting the CUP to four dishes. Mr. Wayne replied that the condition may have been inadvertently deleted and they will add it back. Commissioner Holmes stated that he understands the fence is 6 ft. high and wondered if they had experienced any vandalism. Mr. Fitzpatrick replied that they have encountered no vandalism problems in the past since it is a windowless one-story building and is not very inviting. As far as vandals climbing the tower, he stated that the ladder is locked and there is no way to climb it easily. Commissioner McBane inquired on the length of the lease and Mr. Fitzpatrick stated that if all options are exercised it is about 15 years. The lease began in 1982. Commissioner McBane inquired how the landowner is affected by the CUP. Mr. Grimm replied that the lessee has to satisfy the lease and the CUP requirements and the owner has to sign the CUP application. Don Cramer, 4264 Cordovas Cove, San Diego, representing Garrett Development, addressed the Commission and stated that Garrett is developing 150 residential units in the City of Vista very close to this property. He is unclear exactly where this tower will be located and would like to know which developers have been notified about the towers. Mr. Wayne replied that contact was made with the developers who were the closest to the site, in this case, Pacific Scene. Public notices were sent to other entities who have requested noticing. Mr. Cramer inquired where the site is in relation to Sea Vista or Leisure Village. Chairman Marcus replied that the site is east and to the south approximately l/2 mile. Margaret Bonas, 231 Olive Avenue, a Director of the Costa Real Municipal Water District (MWD), addressed the Commission and stated that Costa Real MWD owns the land and were never noticed. She requested that the item be continued to allow Costa Real MWD review of their leases adjacent to Squires Dam. Mr. Wayne expressed his regrets that Mrs. Bonas did not receive notice but that the Costa Real MWD was on the list of noticees and that the CUP application was signed by General Manager Tom Brammel. Limond Grindstaff, PacTel Cellular, addressed the Commission and stated that PacTel came up with the present location for the tower after working very closely with the Costa Real MWD. The location received a majority vote of their board of directors. September 16, 1987 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Page 12 COMMISSIONERS There being no person to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman Marcus declared the public hearing closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Chairman Marcus is concerned about the closeness to homes but the towers have been there a long time and presumes that people buying the homes are aware of their existence. Commissioner McFadden would be willing to continue the application to the next meeting until we hear from the water district. Chairman Marcus sees no need to continue the application since the water district has signed the application. Motion was duly made , seconded and carried to approve the Negative Declaration issued by the Planning Director and adopt Resolution No. 2680 approving CUP 87-7 based on the findings and subject to the conditions therein to include addition of a condition limiting the project to four microwave dishes. Commissioners McFadden and McBane requested that the record show the reason for their no votes were because they would have liked a continuance to hear from the Costa Real Municipal Water District. MINUTES: Commissioner McFadden requested that approval of the minutes of September 2, 1987 be continued to the next meeting so that she could check her notes on the straw votes which were taken with regard to the North Beach Area Planning and Traffic Study. ADDED ITEMS AND REPORTS Charles Grimm reported that it appears that there will not be a meeting on October 7 due to a lack of items needing approval. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21st. He also reported that the November 4 meeting will be quite lengthy. Commissioners expressed a desire to receive reading material for future meetings as early as possible so that they will have sufficient time to study it. ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the meeting of September 16, 1987 was adjourned at 8:46 p.m. Respectfully submitted, MICHAEL HOLZMILLER Planning Director BETTY BUCENFR Minutes Clerk MINUTES ARE ALSO TAPED AND KEPT ON FILE UNTIL THE MINUTES ARE APPROVED. Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm Hall Holmes Marcus McBane McFadden Schramm