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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-05-06; Planning Commission; MinutesPlanning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 1 Minutes of: PLANNING COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 6:00 p.m. Date of Meeting: May 6, 2015 Place of Meeting: COUNCIL CHAMBERS CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Scully called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Anderson led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Scully, Commissioners Anderson, Black, L’Heureux, Montgomery, Segall and Siekmann Absent: None STAFF PRESENT Don Neu, City Planner Jane Mobaldi, Assistant City Attorney Bridget Desmarais, Administrative Secretary Carl Stiehl, Associate Planner Greg Fisher, Assistant Planner Austin Silva, Assistant Planner David Rick, Associate Engineer APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Scully asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of April 1, 2015. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Anderson and duly seconded by Commissioner Segall to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 1, 2015. VOTE: 4-0-3 AYES: Chairperson Scully, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, and Commissioner Segall NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery, and Commissioner Siekmann APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Scully asked if there were any corrections or revisions to the minutes of the meeting of April 15, 2015. Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 2 MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Anderson and duly seconded by Commissioner L’Heureux to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 15, 2015. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Scully, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann, NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA None. PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING Chairperson Scully asked Mr. Neu to introduce the first item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. 3. ZCA 14-02/LCPA 14-04 – DENSITY BONUS AMENDMENT – A request for recommendation of approval of a Zone Code Amendment and Local Coastal Program Amendment to make the city’s density bonus regulations consistent with state law. Mr. Neu stated Agenda Item 3 would normally be heard in a public hearing context; however, the project appears to be minor and routine in nature with no outstanding issues and Staff recommends approval. He recommended that the public hearing be opened and closed, and that the Commission proceed with a vote as a consent item. Staff would be available to respond to questions if the Commission or someone from the public wished to comment on Agenda Item 3. Chairperson Scully asked if any member of the audience wished to address Agenda Item 3. Seeing none, she opened and closed public testimony. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Anderson and duly seconded by Commissioner L’Heureux that the Planning Commission approve Agenda Item 3. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Scully, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, and Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Scully closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 3, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 1. Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 3 1. CUP 14-11 – THE FIELDS CHURCH – Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow The Fields Church to operate and hold worship services in a vacant 22,026 square foot office/industrial building on property located at 2265 Camino Vida Roble in the P-M zone, in Local Facilities Management Zone 5. The City Planner has determined that the project belongs to a class of projects that the State Secretary of Resources has found do not have a significant impact on the environment, and is therefore categorically exempt from the requirement for the preparation of environmental documents pursuant to Section 15301(e)(1) – Existing Facilities, of the state CEQA Guidelines. Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 1 and stated Assistant Planner Austin Silva would make the staff presentation. Mr. Silva gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any questions of staff. Commissioner L’Heureux asked how many churches are within a ½ mile radius. Mr. Silva stated two. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any further questions of staff. Seeing none, she asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Patrick Crandall, 202 Chinquapin Avenue, Carlsbad, representing the Fields Church, gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any questions of the applicant. Commissioner Montgomery asked if there has been any outreach efforts to the adjacent businesses. Mr. Crandall stated that he has talked with the owner of Five Tool Athletics, who is aware of and agrees with the shared parking agreement. Commissioner Anderson asked about the proposed usage for the site on Saturdays. Mr. Crandall stated there is a provision in the approvals for growth and for the future; however there are no plans for services at this time. Commissioner Anderson inquired about any social activities. Mr. Crandall stated that most social activities happen out in the community, at members’ homes, or at restaurants in the city. Commissioner Anderson also asked if there will be daycare during the week. Mr. Crandall stated no. Commissioner Siekmann asked if any other businesses will use the facility during the week. Mr. Crandall stated not right now but if opportunities arise it could be possible; however the lease is restrictive on the types of uses and parking. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any other questions of the applicant or of staff. Seeing none, asked if there were any members of the audience who wished to speak on the item. Seeing none, Chairperson Scully opened and closed public testimony on Agenda Item 2. Commissioner Siekmann asked staff how the shared parking agreement works if there are future tenants of the building or if any issues arise. Mr. Silva stated that the only time an issue would come up is if the church is operating beyond what has been proposed, and the conditional use permit will be reviewed annually to ensure all restrictions are being met. DISCUSSION Commissioner Segall stated he can support the project. Commissioner Montgomery stated he can support the project. Commissioner Black also stated he can support the project. Commissioner Siekmann stated she can also support the project. Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 4 Commissioner L’Heureux stated he can support the project. He commented to staff that as more and more churches locate in the industrial zones, traffic impacts should be reviewed. Commissioner Anderson stated she can support the project. Chairperson Scully can also support the project. MOTION ACTION: Motion by Commissioner Anderson and duly seconded by Commissioner Black that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7099 approving CUP 14-11 for a period of 10 years, based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. VOTE: 7-0 AYES: Chairperson Scully, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner L’Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Scully closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 1, asked Mr. Neu to introduce the next item, and opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 2. 2. SDP 96-02(A)/CUP 204(F)/CDP 14-32 – ST. PATRICK PARISH SCHOOL – Request for the approval of a Site Development Plan Amendment SDP 96-02(A), Conditional Use Permit Amendment CUP 204(F) and Coastal Development Permit CDP 14-32 to allow for the partial demolition, reconstruction, and remodel of the St. Patrick Parish School Campus on property located at 3820 Pio Pico Drive, just north of Tamarack Avenue, within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 1. The City Planner has determined that this project is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332 “In-Fill Development Projects” of the State CEQA Guidelines and will not have any adverse significant impact on the environment. The project site is not located within the appealable area of the California Coastal Commission. Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 2 and stated Assistant Planner Greg Fisher would make the staff presentation. Mr. Fisher gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, she asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Pete Kruse, 3247 Sitio Oceana, Carlsbad, project manager, gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer questions. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any questions of the applicant. Commissioner Siekmann asked if there will be air conditioning in the classroom. Mr. Kruse stated yes. Commissioner Siekmann asked if fresh air will be circulated when the air conditioning is not on. Mr. Kruse stated yes. Commissioner Siekmann further asked if there will be stucco on the concrete wall. Mr. Kruse stated no as it will be painted to match the existing wall. Commissioner Segall asked how many seats are in the chapel. Mr. Kruse stated no more than 20. Even though the chapel will be increased in size, the seating will remain at no more than 20 people. Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 5 Commissioner L’Heureux asked if there will be provisions for solar. Mr. Kruse stated yes there are to add it at a later date. Commissioner L’Heureux asked if recycled water will be used for the landscaping. Mr. Kruse stated that the site will be piped for recycled water; however it is not available in that area of the city. When it becomes available, they will use it. Commissioner L’Heureux asked if they will install artificial turf or real grass. Mr. Kruse stated real grass. Commissioner Siekmann commented that it was her understanding that the project will be piped for recycled water so that when recycled water becomes available, it can be used. Mr. Rick explained landscape plans are required to be set up for recycled water in the event that it becomes available in the future. Commissioner L’Heureux asked if there are plans to provide recycled water in that area. Mr. Rick stated not that he was aware of at this time as a large portion of the northwest quadrant of the city does not have recycled water. Commissioner Segall asked how the landscaping irrigation can be hooked up to recycled water at a later date. Mr. Rick explained that the onsite pipes will be purple; however when recycled water is available, a new service line will be installed with a new meter connection and a purple meter box. Commissioner Siekmann inquired about the current water restrictions and the increase of water usage for this project. Mr. Rick stated the anticipated increase in water usage will equate to less than the usage of 2 single family homes. Chairperson Scully asked about coordinating the construction efforts and the proposed phasing for the project. Mr. Kruse stated they plan to submit for a demolition permit this month, and this summer they will move one of modular buildings next to the existing modular in order to get it out of the of the footprint area. Chairperson Scully asked about the queueing for student drop off. Mr. Kruse directed the Commission’s attention to the slide on the screen depicting the proposed queuing for student drop-off. Commissioner Segall asked about the estimated completion date. Mr. Kruse stated they anticipate the completion date to be September 2016. Chairperson Scully asked if there were any other questions of the applicant or of staff. Seeing none, Chairperson Scully asked if there were any members of the audience who wished to speak on the item. Seeing none, she opened and closed public testimony on Agenda Item 2. DISCUSSION Commissioner Segall stated he likes the project and feels it is a nice addition to the community. He stated he can support the project. Commissioner Montgomery stated this is a welcome addition and that he can support the project. Commissioner Black stated he can support the project. Commissioner Siekmann congratulated the applicant and staff on a nice job. She stated she can support the project. Commissioner L’Heureux thanked the members of St. Patrick’s Church for seeing this project to fruition. He stated he can support the project. Commissioner Anderson also stated she can support the project. Chairperson Scully stated she can support the project. Planning Commission Minutes May 6, 2015 Page 6 MOTION ACTION: VOTE: AYES: NOES: Motion by Commissioner Anderson and duly seconded by Commissioner L'Heureux that the Planning Commission adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 7098 approving Site Development Plan Amendment SDP 96-02(A), Conditional Use Permit Amendment CDP 204 (F) and Coastal Development Permit CDP 14-32, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. 7-0 Chairperson Scully, Commissioner Anderson, Commissioner Black, Commissioner L'Heureux, Commissioner Montgomery, Commissioner Segall and Commissioner Siekmann None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None Chairperson Scully closed the public hearing on Agenda Item 3, and thanked staff for their presentations. COMMISSION COMMENTS None CITY PLANNER COMMENTS Mr. Neu updated the Commission on the status of the Gunthers Shooting Range appeal stating that City Council denied the appeal and asked that staff initiate a zone code amendment to determine if shooting ranges should be permitted in the city and if so, which zone and under what conditions. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission of May 6, 2015 was adjourned at 6:47 p.m. DON NEU City Planner Bridget Desmarais Minutes Clerk