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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-08-03; Planning Commission; Minutes*‘- . . P Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers COMMISSIONERS y CALL TO ORDER: Chairman McFadden called the Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Chairman McFadden. ROLL CALL: Present - Chairman McFadden, Commissioners Erwin, Hall, Holmes, Marcus, Schlehuber, and Schramm Staff Members Present: Michael Holzmiller, Planning Director Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director Mike Howes, Senior Planner Brian Hunter, Associate Planner Phil Carter, Assistant to the City Manager Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney David Hauser, Assistant City Engineer Steve Jantz, Associate Civil Engineer Gary Kellison, Municipal Projects PLANNING COMMISSION PROCEDURES: Chairman McFadden reviewed the Planning Commission procedures 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. Commissioner Schlehuber arrived at 6:06 p.m. CONTINUED WBLIC HEARING: 1) DC 88-l FRAZAR - An appeal of the Planning Director's denial of a large residential daycare permit on property located at 7654 Galleon Way in the R-1-7500 Zone. Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director, reviewed the background of the request and stated that at the June 15, 1988 Planning Commission meeting, item DC 88-l was continued to the August 3, 1988 meeting. The applicant was directed by the Planning Commission to provide staff with plans for a two car enclosed garage which would meet code requirements or a room addition for the daycare facility so that the existing garage could be utilized. The applicant was given two weeks (until June 29) to draw up the necessary plans and submit a time line. Generalised plans were finally received on July 17, 1988. Since the June 15th meeting, staff has received a letter from the property owner stating that they would not consent to any kind of an addition for the tenant. The attorneys for the applicant and the property owner have been meeting in an attempt to resolve the situation. Mr. Grimm stated that he believes the attorney for the applicant will be requesting a continuance tonight. He also noted a typographical error at the bottom of page one of the staff report, that February 1, 1988 should actually read February 1, 1989. Chairman McFadden opened the public testimony and issued the invitation to speak. MINUTES Meeting of: PLANNING COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m. Date of Meeting: August 3, 1988 . - . ‘P /4\ MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 2 COMMISSIONERS y Bernadette Probus, 4909 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 544, San Diego, representing the applicant, addressed the Commission and stated that she has been meeting with the attorney for the property owner and that the situation is very close to resolution. She requested a continuance and would prefer, if possible, to return in 30 days; however, if the Commission desires, she could return in two weeks but she feels that the details of the agreement and financing may still be incomplete at that time since she is also in the middle of a trial. Chairman McFadden inquired if the applicant would be able to adhere to the time line which was originally established. Ms. Probus replied that once an agreement has been finalized with the property owner, she feels that the applicant can meet the time line. Commissioner Holmes inquired when the agreement is expected to be finalized. Ms. Probus replied that she feels an agreement will be reached within two weeks and hopes to have an escrow opened within 30 days. The applicant is hoping for a 90 day escrow. She requested the Commission's consideration of a continuance for 30 days. There being no other persons desiring to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman McFadden declared the public testimony closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Commissioner Erwin requested staff's opinion on the request for a continuance. Mr. Grimm replied that staff has no problem with a 30 day continuance. Commissioner Schramm has no problem with a 30 day continuance but would like staff notified if the agreement is reached earlier. Ms. Probus agreed to do so. Chairman McFadden would like to have the time line requirement go forward with the 30 day continuance. Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney, stated that a motion should carry a time certain and that the 30 day continuance would need to specify the first meeting in September as the return date, which is actually slightly over 30 days. Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to continue DC 88-l to September 7, 1988 and that the applicant's time line at the bottom of page 1 of the staff report be carried forward with the continuance, with the date correction of February 1, 1988 to February 1, 1989. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2) SNC 88-2 MACHINE INDUSTRIES - Request for a Street Name Change from Dryden Place to Cullinan Court. This industrial street is located north of Palomar Airport Road and west of Palomar Oaks Way in Local Facilities Management Plan Zone 5. Charles Grimm, Assistant Planning Director, reviewed the background of the request and stated that Machine Industries, Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm . . *. P -l MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 3 Inc. is currently building a new facility in the Carlsbad Airport Center, CT 81-46. The lot is on Dryden Place, a cul-de-sac built to industrial street standards. At present no properties are addressed on this road. Mr. John Podger, President of Machine Industries, has requested a street name change to Cullinan Court. George Cullinan is the Chief Executive Officer of Savant Industries, the holding company of Machine Industries. Mr. Cullinan has been active in local affairs and held community positions including Mira Costa College Board President, United Way Director, and City of Carlsbad Citizens Committee to Study Growth. Mr. Grimm stated that the City of Carlsbad currently regulates street names by Policy 820 which divides the city into several sections. The existing Dryden Place falls into the category designed for famous people. Other streets in this project are named after famous American inventors and scientists. Staff has always interpreted the famous name designation to include nationally and internationally known persons so that it is easier for the police and fire department to determine the area of the city in which the street is located. The more unrecognizable names that are in an area makes it more difficult for the police and fire department dispatchers to pinpoint the location. For this reason, staff recommends denial. However, if the Commission determines that famous local names are desirable, staff would like to be given some guidelines for determining which local names should be used. Commissioner Holmes stated that he was unfamiliar with Dryden and requested additional information. Mr. Grimm replied that Dryden was an aeronautical engineer and physicist involved with the development of missiles and rockets. The area surrounding Dryden Place has been utilized for American inventors. Chairman McFadden inquired about Finding N2 regarding the length of names for cul-de-sacs. Mr. Grimm replied that Finding #2 could actually be deleted since abbreviations can be used when a name is longer than normal. Chairman McFadden opened the public testimony and issued the invitation to speak. There being no person desiring to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman McFadden declared the public testimony closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Commissioner Schlehuber stated that he has a problem with staff's explanation of Dryden as a physicist since the list he received states that Dryden is a poet as is Lindsay. He has never heard of Dryden or Lindsay and feels that police and fire dispatchers have probably not heard of them either. He does not feel that the famous names in Zone 3 are that well defined, although some people might recognize Browning as a famous poet. Commissioner Schlehuber added that in his research there are a number of Cullinan's who have been very famous as authors, i.e. Elizabeth Cullinan (who won the New York Literary prize). He could not remember the other famous Cullinan's since he had turned his research over to staff. Chairman McFadden inquired if any of the famous Cullinan's are deceased and Mr. Schlehuber replied that several were deceased. . , -. /1 7 MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 4 Commissioner Schlehuber cited a past situation on a street being named after Palmer, the scientist who discovered the North Pole, when some people thought the street had been named after Ralph Palmer of the Carlsbad Journal. He does not feel that the police and fire dispatchers are that knowledgeable about the famous names currently being used and would like to see some famous local names used. For these reasons, he cannot support the staff recommendation. Commissioner Marcus can support the street name policy and the staff recommendation, even though many people might not recognize the famous names. She feels that if the Commission wants to include local names then the policy should be changed. Commissioner Erwin can support staff's recommendation because of the precedent which would be set if the name were changed to Cullinan Court. He appreciates the community efforts made by Mr. Cullinan but feels the thanks should be given in another way. Commissioner Erwin feels the persons should be deceased before a street bears their name, since it would eliminate the politics. Commissioner Hall agrees with Commissioner Schlehuber and would like to see recognition given to local people who have worked hard for the community. He would like to see the street name policy changed to include locals. Commissioner Schramm likes the famous names and feels that they probably should be deceased. However, she has no problem with a policy change which would add a category to include local citizens who are still living. Commissioner Holmes would like to see staff establish a list of famous local citizens, past and present, to draw on. Staff could establish some guidelines and present them to the Commission for approval. Chairman McFadden likes the present street name policy and feels the famous names should only include deceased persons. She noted that the City Council can make exceptions to the policy if they desire. She can support the staff recommendation. Commissioner Schlehuber would like to know what exactly determines if a person is famous and wonders if they must be listed in a book to be considered famous. He cited Christiansen Way and a famous local citizen named Christiansen. He cannot support having a list of local names since it would be constantly changing and there could be some argument as to who should be included on the list. He stated that there are several famous Cullinan's in literary history and since the street would not be named George Cullinan Court, he can see no problem with the name since it could refer to any famous Cullinan. He is not in favor of reserving street names only for deceased persons since there are famous local persons, still living, who should be considered, i.e. Jonas Salk, Castorena, and the first Mayor of Carlsbad, McClellan. Commissioner Marcus questioned if the fire and police departments actually locate streets by this method. Mr. Grimm replied that the dispatchers use maps and use the ,P MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 5 COMMISSIONERS policy to narrow down the areas. When the Planning Department staff suggested that maybe the policy could be eliminated, both departments were adamantly opposed to the suggestion. Commissioner Schlehuber inquired if Dryden was a physicist, why he was listed in Exhibit "C" as a poet. Mr. Grimm replied that there is probably also a famous poet named Dryden. He noted that there are other errors on the list, i.e. Swift and Otis. Although there is a writer named Jonathan Swift, the street is actually named after Gustav Swift who invented the refrigerated railroad car. Otis invented the elevator. The theme concept in the industrial area is American inventors. Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to adopt Resolution No. 2761 recommending denial of SNC 88-2 based on the findings contained therein, deleting Finding #2, and changing Exhibit "C" to indicate that Dryden was a physicist rather than a poet. MINUTE MOTION Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to recommend that Street Name Policy #20 be changed to include only deceased persons. 3) ZCA 88-7 HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS - Correction of a typographical error. Mike Howes, Senior Planner, reviewed the background of the requested and stated that the Zone Code Amendment is being requested by staff to correct some typographical errors in the Hillside Development regulations. The proposed amendment will have no effect on the meaning, purpose, or effect of the Hillside Development Ordinance and is being brought before the Commission since State law requires that any and all changes be made by public hearing. Staff recommends approval. Chairman McFadden opened the public testimony and issued the invitation to speak. There being no person desiring to address the Commission on this topic, Chairman McFadden declared the public testimony closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to adopt Resolution No. 2742 recommending approval of ZCA 88-7. Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm 4 \ , X X X X X X X X X X X X X X r‘ MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 6 4) LFMP 20 - Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 20. Chairman McFadden disqualified herself from hearing this item due to a potential conflict of interest. She passed the chair to Commissioner Hall. Phil Carter, Assistant to the City Manager, began the staff report and stated that the presentation would be given by Brian Hunter and Steve Jantz who have been responsible for the preparation of the plan. He will conclude the staff report with the financing plan for Zone 20. Brian Hunter, Associate Planner, stated that Zone 20 completes the second phase of Carlsbad's Growth Management Program. The applicant, Development Consultants Consortium, was authorized on April 7, 1987 to prepare the plan; it was accepted for technical review on December 18, 1987. Management Zone 20 is located in the southwest quadrant of Carlsbad and consists of a largely undeveloped land area south of Palomar Airport Road easterly of Paseo de1 Norte. The limit of the zone extends slightly more than half way to El Camino Real, being bounded on the east and south by the Hillman property's Pacific Rim Country Club and Resort area in Zone 19. Zone 20 is bounded on the north by Zone 5 and on the west by Zone 4. Zone 20 is primarily a residential zone and comprises approximately 764 acres in 55 separate parcels ranging from l/2 acre to 85 acres in size. Developable acreage, however, is only 555.5 acres due to constraints such as power line easements, slopes, and two school sites which are designated within the zone (a junior high school and an elementary school). The potential dwelling units (du's) was determined by multiplying the net developable land by the growth management control point. The potential du's for Zone 20 was determined to be 2,491. The zone is basically agricultural or undeveloped property with only 28 du's currently in existence (19 of which are occupied by the Sudan Interior Mission). The remaining 9 du's are single family. There is an approved tentative map for Cobblestone Sea Village, CT 84-32, with 225 du's. The total du's of 2,491 is in compliance with Proposition E and conforms to the buildout cap by quadrant. City Administrative Facilities Existing facilities meet the adopted performance standard until the year 2006. Library Existing facilities meet the adopted performance standard until the year 2003. Wastewater Treatment Facilities Existing facilities meet the adopted performance standard with the proposed mitigation measures. Steve Jantz, Associate Civil Engineer, reported that the following actions were being taken to ensure adequate treatment capacity: . ’ . . r MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 7 (1) The Encina Water Pollution Control Facility has been given approval to increase the national pollutant discharge elimination systems permit to allow full utilization of reclamation facilities within the Encina service area. (2) Later this month the City Council will be considering approval of a lease agreement between the cities of Carlsbad and Vista which will provide the Carlsbad sewer service district with sufficient treatment capacity at Encina so that the performance standard will be maintained. Parks Park District 3 (southwest) does not meet the adopted performance standard without mitigation measures. Brian Hunter reported that the following park lands have been reserved for Park District 3: Alta Mira (10 acres), Sammis Batiquitos Educational Park (10 acres), Pacific Rim (24.25 acres). This would ensure adequate park facilities until the year 1991. In addition, Zone 20 has been conditioned that all development shall pay park-in-lieu and public facility fees for Park District 3. Prior to the adoption of the first final map, a parks agreement shall be required to include provisions for: (a) The secure dedication of five acres of park land at a location acceptable to the City, (b) A letter of credit or other acceptable financing in the amount of $575,000 guaranteeing the construction of the five acres of park land, and (c) A letter of credit or other acceptable financing to provide for the operating expenses of the park. Drainage Drainage facilities will meet the adopted performance standard with the proposed mitigation measures. Circulation Circulation facilities will meet the adopted performance standard with the proposed mitigation measures. Steve Jantz reported that as development progresses within Zone 20 and the City, two freeway overpasses are projected to operate below the standard: Palomar Airport Road/I-S in 1990 and Poinsettia Lane/I-5 in 1992. Mitigation will require construction of two roadways which bisect the zone: College Boulevard between Palomar Airport Road and Poinsettia, and Poinsettia Lane between College Boulevard and El Camino Real. It is estimated that in 1995 two lanes will be required along the entire length of both roads, and that College Boulevard will need to be built to major arterial status in 2000 and Poinsettia to major arterial status in 2004. It is possible that this construction scenario may need to be accelerated as adjacent zones develop. Although the Zone plan does show alignments for these two roads, the actual road alignments will be determined at a future public hearing. (‘ r‘\ MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 8 Fire Fire facilities meet the adopted performance standard without the proposed mitigation. Open Space Existing open space meets the adopted performance standard. An ongoing work program will assure the open space performance standard is maintained through build out. Brian Hunter reported that a significant portion of the open space for this zone is located in the transmission corridor of the SDG&E easements, which is permitted under the guidelines of growth management. Schools The adopted performance standard is being met. Sewer Collection Sewer facilities in Zone 20 meet the adopted performance standard through build out of the zone. Water Distribution Water service to Zone 20 meets the adopted performance standard through build out of the zone. Financing Phil Carter reviewed the financing mechanisms for Zone 20 and stated that the specific financing of public facilities is critical to the overall ability of the developers in this zone to ensure that all facilities will maintain compliance with the adopted performance standards as growth occurs. A facility financing matrix is provided as Exhibit 55 which identifies the specific facilities, estimated cost, timing and funding options available. He noted that the PFF fee is stated as 2.5% and that this should be corrected to 3.5%. He reiterated that developers must provide a financing plan before approvals will be granted. Phil Carter concluded the staff presentation recommending approval of the Zone 20 plan and Commissioner Hall opened the floor to questions. Commissioner Erwin requested clarification on the reference to existing facilities meeting the standard until a specific year. Brian Hunter replied that, for instance, there would be no library deficiency until the year 2003. Phil Carter added that the original zone plan identified a library shortage and, as a result, the City Council appropriated funds and a library was approved for the La Costa area which will be on line in about four years. In the year 2003, the demand is expected to exceed the available library facilities and an additional library will be needed. Commissioner Erwin inquired about the drainage into the Batiquitos Lagoon and if staff had requested input from the State environmental agency or the Lagoon Foundation. Steve ‘, MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 9 Jantz replied that he is unaware of any input from either source. Commissioner Erwin inquired about the 27% open space located in SDG&E easements. Brian Hunter replied that growth management guidelines allow easements to be used for open space if the easements are improved. Commissioner Holmes inquired about the arterial phasing plan and noted that five or six streets have two different names. He wondered how the fire and police departments manage this problem in emergency situations. Phil Carter replied that the zone plans does not address street names and that the fire and police departments have not indicated this to be a problem. He feels the safety concern comes with smaller roads. Commissioner Hall opened the public testimony and issued the invitation to speak. Jack Henthorn, 2892 Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he is representing Development Consultants Consortium as the principal consultant to the Zone 20 plan. He commended the Zone 20 property owners for their cooperation and diligence in bringing the facilities plan to fruition and staff for their assistance. He requested the Commission's approval of the Zone 20 plan. Dwight Spires, Laurel Tree Investment Company, 17941 Mitchell Street, Irvine, a property owner involved in preparation of the plan, addressed the Commission and stated that a great deal of work has gone into this plan by everyone involved, including many evening workshops with property owners and staff. He noted that it is particularly cumbersome on the first property owners of the zone who choose to develop their property inasmuch as they will shoulder a significant portion of the financing burden. He commended the property owners, Development Consultants Consortium, and Buccola Engineering for their perseverance and patience, and staff for their cooperation. Patricia Bryant, 1445 So. Pacific, Oceanside, addressed the Commission and stated that she owns seven acres in Zone 20. She objects to the most recent proposed road alignment of Poinsettia since it appears to go through the middle of her property which is a relatively small parcel. Phil Carter advised Ms. Bryant and the Commission that the road alignments are not established in the Zone plan and that property owners should submit their concerns to staff in letter form so that consideration can be given to their ideas and they can be notified of meetings which will be held regarding the road alignments. Ms. Bryant stated that she feels that a higher density or commercial zoning designation should be given to properties adjacent to a major roadway. Commissioner Hall replied that those specifics will be addressed at a public hearing when the time comes. Phil Carter replied that once the Zone plan has been adopted, a property owner can apply to the City for a zone change to .- P 7 MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 10 be considered through the normal planning process. Public facility impacts would be considered. Ms. Bryant inquired if a property owner would be compensated in the event their property is used for a public road. Phil Carter replied that this question is not a subject for discussion at this time. George Bolton, 6519 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that the general plan for Zone 20 does a lot for the west end and the north end but does not help the density in the eastern portion. He does not see how he can support the facilities infrastructure with only 3.2 du's/acre. Brian Hunter replied that the growth management plan requires the zone plan to be based on the existing general plan. Once the zone plan has been adopted, a property owner has the right to apply for a general plan amendment. Proposition E building caps would be considered as well as public facility impacts. Guy Moore, 6503 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that the general plan for Zone 20 is residentially oriented and does not apply to agricultural. He feels that Mello funds have been misused and he passed out an Exhibit 3 with red pencil notations where he is concerned about the road alignment through agricultural areas. He is unhappy that Zone 20 was annexed into the City of Carlsbad and also unhappy College Boulevard and Poinsettia Lane will be routed directly through a 20 acre strawberry field because of the environmental impact. In addition, he is concerned about grading in the canyon/slope areas. Steve Jantz replied that the excess material from the grading in Zone 20 is being used on the Hillman property in Zone 19 to balance the grading for the Pacific Rim project. Phil Carter indicated he had previously directed Mr. Moore to contact the City Engineer to discuss his concerns and reiterated that the Zone 20 plan does not establish any road alignments. Phil Carter requested that Mr. Moore contact him directly and he will investigate the allegation regarding the misuse of Mello funds. Commissioner Hall inquired when the Zone 20 parcel was annexed into the City. Michael Holzmiller replied that the annexation of the county "islands" was done within the last year and was initiated by the Board of Supervisors at the request of LAPCO. All properties were brought in with a zone of LC (Limited Control). Scott Parker, 1623 Pacific Ranch Drive, Encinitas, representing McKeller Development of La Jolla, addressed the Commission and stated that McKeller is the owner of the property known as Cobblestone Sea Village, Tract 84-32. McKeller has been involved in the Zone 20 plan since March 1988 and has reluctantly accepted the burden of providing facilities as required by growth management. They commended staff and all other parties involved in preparation of the plan and urged the Commission's approval. f- ,?, MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 11 Ronald McKinney, 6525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, addressed the Commission and stated that he has a carnation business at that address. Although he realizes that road alignments are not under consideration at this meeting, he would like to go on record that he objects to the road placement as it appears on the current maps. He purchased his property in 1986 and was not advised of any activity regarding his property until July 10, 1988. John Christ, 275 North El Cielo, Palm Springs, representing the Hadley Trust, addressed the Commission and stated that they own 15 acres in the extreme east-southeast portion of Zone 20. He is concerned about the large water storage reservoirs being planned and hopes that the property views along the bluff will not be obliterated by the water containers. He would like to know the relationship between staff and the Costa Real Water District and whether there is room for further discussion regarding the road alignment. Phil Carter replied that the relationship between staff and the Costa Real Water District are excellent; they are very cooperative. Steve Jantz addressed the water tower situation and stated that the Zone plan does not establish the location of the water storage facilities or the road alignment. Interested property owners should submit their recommendations by letter to staff and the water district; they will be notified of the public hearing. There being no other persons desiring to address the Commission on this topic, Commissioner Hall declared the public testimony closed and opened the item for discussion among the Commission members. Commissioner Schlehuber thinks the plan has been explained well and it covers all the issues. He can support the Zone 20 plan. Commissioner Marcus agrees with Commissioner Schlehuber. She feels the report is excellent and commends those involved in preparation of the plan. She can support the plan. Commissioner Erwin is concerned about drainage on the Batiquitos Lagoon; he would like to hear from some authorities regarding whether it is a good or bad idea. He is also concerned about using the SDG&R easements for open space; he does not think it is in the best interests of the City or SDG&E to focus activity near those high tension lines. Steve Jantz replied that during the reviews for the first phase of the Hillman property, the desiltation basin was considered by both the engineering staff and the Coastal Commission. A permanent desiltation basin would allow maintenance of the silt carried through the storm drains to be pulled out before it reaches the lagoon. This seems to be the best situation to enable retention of the lagoon in its natural state. Commissioner Erwin inquired if Steve Jantz' explanation means that none of the runoff from the 54 inch pipe will ever enter the lagoon. Steve Jantz replied that runoff will enter the ,? MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 12 desiltation basin and by the time the water reaches the lagoon it will be clear. Phil Carter elaborated that the City is currently in the process of revising their Master Drainage Plan. If the Commission desires, staff will bring these concerns to the Engineering staff so that a determination can be made. The Zone 20 plan merely proposes a way to meet the growth management guidelines as they exist today. As development projects are received, they will be required to show how drainage will impact the facilities. Commissioner Erwin inquired if the Commission can come back in the future and amend the drainage plan for Zone 20. Phil Carter replied that the drainage plan will be modified in the future as each development occurs. If the City approves a new Master Drainage Plan, all development in the City will have to meet those requirements. The Commission will have the opportunity to consider the impacts of each development and condition them as deemed appropriate. Commissioner Erwin inquired if the Commission can request an opinion from the State of California and the Lagoon Foundation. Phil Carter replied that the Commission can direct this to be done. Commissioner Hall referred to Exhibit 3, General Conditions for Zone 20, item 5, it states that periodic amendment to the Zone 20 LFMP is anticipated to incorporate newly acquired data to amend conditions and upgrade standards as determined through the required monitoring program. Amendment to the plan may be initiated by action of the Planning Commission, City Council, or property owners at any time. Commissioner Erwin requested confirmation that approval of this plan does not denote approval of the land use. Phil Carter replied to the affirmative. He is concerned about the close proximity of the residential development to the airport's departure corridor. Commissioner Holmes - no comment. Commissioner Schramm commended staff and all involved with the Zone 20 plan for their participation. She can accept the plan as presented and feels that most concerns will resolve themselves as development occurs. Commissioner Hall is very pleased with the plan. He had one concern on page 11, Exhibit 4, Special Conditions. Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to adopt Resolution No. 2762 recommending approval of the Negative Declaration issued by the Planning Director, adopt Resolution No. 2763 recommending approval of Local Facilities Management Plan for Zone 20. Commissioner Hall requested that interested parties be given the address to write letters regarding their concerns on road alignments. Phil Carter replied that he would stand out in the foyer and pass out business cards to those who desire them. Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm X K ,T MINUTES Corrected August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 13 COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Schramm inquired if all property owners are required to be notified before a road alignment is approved. Michael Holzmiller, Planning Director, replied that in the past when a major development project was received, it keyed input on the road alignment. The City Engineer is attempting to revise the way this has been handled and would like to have a public hearing to determine the entire road alignment before any development projects are received. He would like the input up front so it would be advantageous for citizens to write letters sharing their concerns. Commissioner Schlehuber thinks getting input on the road alignment up front would be a great improvement over the present piecemeal system. Now, regarding the utility easements, he would like to see this covered in a separate meeting or report. Michael Holzmiller replied that this could be covered by the 15-member Citizen's Committee to Study Growth. The reasons that utility easements were included in open space is that they are potentially developable property. By allowing the easements to be included in the open space contingent, they could be groomed with trail paths, grass, etc. rather than weeds. Commissioner Schlehuber would still like to see this topic covered in a report by the Citizen's Committee. RECESS The Planning Commission recessed at 8:00 p.m. and reconvened at 8:lO p.m. DISCUSSION ITEM: 5) PCD/GPC 88-2/PCD/GPC 88-3 CITY OF CARLSBAD - General Plan Consistency Determination for Municipal Projects located at Ocean Street near Beech Avenue and the Buena Vista Lagoon Nature Visitation Area in Local Facilities Management Zone 1. Mike Howes, Senior Planner, reviewed the background of the request and stated that Section 65401 of the California Government Code requires that a General Plan Consistency Determination be made for major public works projects. Two projects have been proposed: 1) complete reconstruction of a dilapidated concrete stairway access to the beach that is now overgrown with vegetation and blocked at the bottom by rip-rap, and 2) placement of two to four inches of decomposed granite on an existing graded lot to create a 20 car parking lot at the corner of Jefferson Street and Marron Road near the duck feeding area at the Buena Vista Lagoon. Staff feels that both projects are in conformance with the General Plan and recommends approval. Gary Kellison of Municipal Projects is available to answer any technical questions. Chairman McFadden requested confirmation that the Commission is not being asked to speak to the design, only that both projects are consistent with the General Plan. Mike Howes replied in the affirmative. Chairman McFadden inquired what the City Council adopted last night when they authorized hiring a consultant. Gary Kellison replied that the City Council hired a consultant to design a visitation area and a bike lane along Jefferson T‘\ MINUTES August 3, 1988 PLANNING COMMISSION Page 14 COMMISSIONERS y \ 4 b Street. The bike lane has been included in the Capital Improvements Program in past years. Nothing was mentioned regarding the stairway since it will be on the City Council agenda next Tuesday. Commissioner Marcus inquired if the garbage bags hanging on the fence would be eliminated. Gary Kellison replied that the garbage bags would be replaced by trash receptacles. Commissioner Marcus inquired if cars would be unable to stop their cars along the fence. Gary Kellison replied that the bike lane would contain an asphalt birm across the present pull off area, all the way to the I-5 bridge. The goal is to leave a 12 ft. vehicle travel lane for westbound traffic and a 5-8 ft. bicycle lane, with no parking. MINUTE MOTION Motion was duly made, seconded, and carried to find that Municipal Project Nos. 3263 and 3304 are consistent with the General Plan. ADDED ITEMS AND REPORTS: Michael Holzmiller reported that the City Council has filed the S.O.S. initiative and that nothing will be on the November ballot. They directed staff to prepare an interim ordinance that will prohibit the processing of any applications which would decrease the amount of open space that is presently part of our open space plan or change any of the provisions of growth management. An open space map is now available and an interim ordinance has been drafted which will come to the Planning Commission at the next meeting. Chairman McFadden inquired if the open space map will be formally adopted by the City Council. Mike Holzmiller replied that the map will be adopted as part of the interim ordinance to be used at least through the moratorium. When the Citizen's Committee is formed, they will review the map in more detail and determine that it includes present and planned open space. Chairman McFadden inquired if the moratorium will continue until the Citizen's Committee makes their report. Mike Holzmiller replied that the ordinance states the moratorium will last for one year or until the Citizen's Committee completes its review. Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney, commented that emergency ordinances can be adopted following the public noticing procedure within 45 days and can be extended twice, once for ten months and 15 days and then for a year after that. Chairman McFadden inquired if there are other projects coming to the Commission in the near future. Charles Grimm replied that the Encina sewer outfall will be coming up on August 17, 1988. Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm X * . August 3, 1988 T MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Page 15 Commissioner Hall stated that when the Council adopted the open space moratorium, he heard comments that some people planned to proceed with legal action to get it on the November ballot. He inquired if there was any knowledge of legal action in process. Ron Ball replied that it would be necessary to file a Writ of Mandamas which has not yet been done, and the time limit is very short. The deadline for placing items on the ballot is August 12; after that date there are some physical impossibilities of getting ballots published. MINUTES: The Planning Commission approved the minutes of July 20, 1988 as presented. ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the meeting of August 3, 1988 was adjourned at 8:23 p.m. Respectfully submitted, MICHAEL HOLZMILLER- Planning Director BETTY BUCKNER Minutes Clerk MINUTES ARE ALSO TAPED AND KEPT ON FILE UNTIL THE MINUTES ARE APPROVED. Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm Erwin Hall Holmes Marcus McFadden Schlehuber Schramm X X X X X X X X X X X X X