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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions 89-310 N.C.S. 10/02/1989~es®Il.1t101'1 1~I~. 90-310 1~ ~.5. of the City of Petaluma, California RESOLUTION AMENDING THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR CHERRY HILL, A 29-UNIT RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION LOCATED AT THE EAST END OF FREEDOM LANE NORTH, BETWEEN CHERRY AND MAGNOLIA STREETS, APN 006-031-34 WHEREAS, Assessor's Parcel Number 006-031-34 was rezoned to PUD (Planned Unit District) to allow amulti-family development; and, WHEREAS, a development plan was adopted for this PUD by the City Council in 1981 for a 25-unit condominium project, and amended in 1987 to allow a 32-unit apartment complex; and, WHEREAS, application was subsequently made by Burbank Housing Development Corporation to amend the PUD development plan to allow a 29-unit townhome development for low to moderate income families; and WHEREAS, by action taken on August 8, 1989, subsequent to a public hearing on this matter, the Planning Commission recommended adoption of the amended final unit development plan in said Planned Unit District; and, WHEREAS, a negative declaration prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act was adopted by the City Council (Resolution No. 89-309N.C.S.) on 10/02/89 as recommended by the Planning Commission; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the final unit development plan on file in the Office of Community Development and Planning (File 3.395) is hereby approved pursuant to Section 19A-504 of Zoning Ordinance No. 1072 N. C, S„ as amended; and, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby adopts findings of the Planning Commission as its findings as stated hereinafter; Findings for PUD Amendment: 1. The PUD plan amendment is proposed on property which has received prior approval for similar multi-family development at similar densities after consideration of environmental studies addressing traffic issues which concluded that the site has a suitable relationship to one (1) or 89-310 Rcs. No . ................._........... N.C.S. more thoroughfares (Magnolia, Keokuk, Petaluma Blvd. North) ; and that the thoroughfares are adequate to carry any additional traffic generated by the development. 2. The plan for the proposed development presents a unified and organized arrangement of buildings and service facilities which are appropriate in relation to adjacent or nearby properties and provisions for adequate landscaping and/or screening is included to insure compatibility. 3. The natural and scenic qualities of the site are protected, with adequate available public and private spaces designated on the Unit Development Plan. 4. The development of the subject property, in the manner proposed by the applicant, will not be detrimental to the public welfare, will be in the best interests of the City and will be in keeping with the general intent and spirit of the zoning regulations of the City of Petaluma, and with the Petaluma General Plan. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, based on the findings set forth above, that the City Council hereby approves the development plan subject to the conditions set forth below: Conditions for PUD Amendment: 1. Plans submitted for SPARC review shall be subject to the following special considerations relative to the parking plan: a. The need for modifications to the proposed concrete strip driveways located at the front of each unit in order to facilitate parking movements shall be assessed. b. The dimensions of all parking facilities shall be reviewed to ensure sufficient garage and stall space to accommodate large vehicles and adequate back-up area. The need for demarcation of those stalls extending into the parking court to reflect parking boundaries shall also be assessed. c. Impromptu parking along the private street and court areas shall be prohibited through installation of painted or posted signs. d. The blue shale proposed in visitor parking areas around the private street shall be replaced with a permanent walkable surface Reso. 89-310 N.C.S. i that can be compacted to prevent displacement by children or vehicles, or puddling of water. This material need not be striped to indicate individual stall dimensions. 2. Plans submitted for SPARC review shall be subject to the following special considerations: a. Review of building height and orientation for privacy issues between the units on-site and those on the adjoining properties . b. Design and location of interior fencing and retaining walls proposed, and need for repair of any existing perimeter fencing. c. Potential impacts of construction and grading upon existing trees on-site . d. Review of building and landscape design for appropriate screening of trash enclosure areas, particularly on lots where cans are stored in the front yard. e. Review of proposed landscaping in the visitor parking areas adjacent to the private street for appropriate design in order to prevent obstruction to moving vehicles and passenger access. f. Review of exterior building materials and colors for compatibility with the setting . g. Review of lighting plans and addressing to address residential safety and security . 3. The project CC&R's shall be amended to prohibit on-site storage of trucks in excess of 3/4-ton and all recreational vehicles, boats, and trailers . 4. The project proponent shall develop design standards to address the regulation of accessory uses and structures such as decks, sheds, spas, and patio covers as well as additions to the primary dwellings. Said standards shall include provisions for setbacks, height, location and lot coverage, and shall be subject to review and approval by SPARC prior to Final Map. 5. All trees not in the way of paving or buildings (per the grading and drainage plan) shall be retained and shall be protected during construction by erection of a construction fence at driplines. Any tree, the dripline of which encompasses excavation and/or paving shall be reviewed by a qualified arborist and his/her recommendations on tree preservation and protection shall be adhered to. Tree removal is discouraged, with specific removal of any tree exceeding 12" in Reso. 89-310 N.C.S. diameter requiring review and approval of the Community Development and Planning Department. Any of the trees to remain which die within six months of completion of the project shall be replaced with a 24-inch boxed tree or equal value of smaller trees; size of trees, species and placement subject to approval by the Planning staff. 6. A sepia of the revised Planned Unit Development plan in conformance with the requirements of the Planning Commission and SPARC shall be provided to Planning staff within 60 days after SPARC approval. 7. Occupancy and resale of the individual units shall be subject to income limits established through an agreement between the City of Petaluma and Burbank Housing Development Corporation. 8. The PUD development plan shall be revised to include all changes required by the conditions of approval of the tentative map, prior to map recordation.. 9. The following requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be met prior to issuance of development permits: a. Grading must be certified before building permit issuance. b. Certify pad elevations before building permit issuance. c. Certify finished floor elevation be~fere-eeeup-arrcSr. d. Where ground slopes greater than 1 on 10, foundation shall be stepped per Uniform Building Code 2907(c). e. Soils with expansion index greater than 20 requires special design foundation per Uniform Building Code 2904(b) . f. All retaining walls shall meet the requirements of the 1985 UBC, and shall comply with Petaluma Standards Ordinance No. 1727/1988. g. All roofing shall be "B" rated or better per Ordinance No. 1744/1988. h. Buildings closer than three feet to property line must have one hour walls. i. Height of the retaining walls shall be indicated. j . Indicate location of all utilities. 10. The following requirements of the Fire Marshal shall be met prior to issuance of development permits a. Emergency access driveway shall be fully paved to provide 20 feet of hard surface and easement for emer~encv access shall be Reso. 89-310 N.C.S. ~, obtained from owner of the adjacent property to the south (Cherry Heights Apartments) . b. All buildings with three or more units shall be equipped with approved heat activated fire alarm systems. All units in complex shall have smoke detection devices with pilot lights at entry doors. c. All units shall have address numbers prominently displayed. reso.cherry.devl.plan / resol2 Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City. REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the , ~ -~' A=pp"P'e to Council of the City of Petaluma at a (Regular) ~~~il~d~X ,mil) meeting ''rte ctober ._....._.. 19.89_.. by the r'" . on the _2nd ................ day of ..._._..._._.___.R...__.........__._.._....._---_ , following vote: ~i ` ttor ey AYES: Tencer, Cavanagh, Balsahw, Davis, Mayor Hilligoss NC+ES: ~ ABSENT: of ATTEST : .:............... :~ . ... _ .._ .._..._ ..__. .~._.............. City Clerl; Council File..._ ............................... ca io-as : Res. r,a.....8.9-.3.10,..,,,. w.cs.