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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Resolution 2014-12 05/27/2014RESOLUTION NO. 2014-12 CITY OF PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR ARCHITECTURAL PLANS AND FINAL PUD DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ALONG WITH CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL (EXHIBIT 1), FOR THE YARBERRY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 870 WOOD SORREL DRIVE APN 137-061-022 FILE NO. PLSR-13-0018 WHEREAS, Rick Rosenbaum, on behalf of Ryder Homes, submitted an application for Site Plan and Architectural Review for architectural plans and final PUD development standards for the Yarberry Residential Development located at 870 Wood Sorrel Drive; and, WHEREAS, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was adopted by the City Council on September 14, 2009 (Resolution No. 2009-136 N.C.S.) and there has been no substantial changes to the project or the circumstance under which the MND was adopted. The MND adequately described the potential environmental impacts of the project. No further environmental review is required; and, WHEREAS, a Tentative Subdivision Map (TSM) was conditionally approved by the City Council on September 14, 2009 (Resolution No. 2009-149 N.C.S.) and conditions of approval of TSM are incorporated herein by reference; and, WHEREAS, the proposed PUD Development Standards reflect the applicable conditions of TSM approval; and, WHEREAS, on February 25, 2014, at a duly noticed public hearing the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2014-01, approving landscape plans for the Yarberry Residential Development, including fencing and mailbox structures; and, WHEREAS, on May 27, 2014, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed project. A copy of the notice was published in the Argus -Courier and mailed to residents and occupants within 500 feet of the site in compliance with state and local law. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission hereby approves Site Plan and Architectural Review for architectural plans and final PUD development standards for the Yorberry Residential Development located at 870 Wood Sorrel Drive based on the following findings: 1. The project includes an appropriate use of quality materials and is in harmony and proportionate in overall design because the applicant proposed a mix of stucco, horizontal and board and batten siding with a lifetime composition roofing material. Materials and colors and architectural elements are intended to reflect the architectural styles being represented. 2. The architectural styles are appropriate for the project in question, and compatible Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-12 Page 1 with the overall character of the neighborhood because the project includes 1 -story and 2 -story homes and a mix of architectural styles and colors that are compatible with the overall character of the nearby residential development. 3. The siting of the structures on the property is appropriate and considers the siting of other structures in the immediate neighborhood because surrounding development has been developed as PUDs with varying setbacks and house orientations. The project has also been approved with staggered setbacks intended to maximize setbacks from existing development and protect privacy. 4. The bulk, height, and color of the proposed structures are consistent with the bulk, height, and color of other structures in the immediate neighborhood because the project incorporates a variety of architectural styles, heights that comply with the height limits established by the Implementing Zoning Ordinance and 8 color schemes that are compatible with existing residences in the neighborhood. 5. Landscaping complies with City standards and is in keeping with the character or design of the site and preserves existing trees as confirmed by the Planning Commission through adoption of Resolution No. 2014-01. 6. Ingress, egress, internal circulation for bicycles and automobiles, off-street automobiles and bicycle parking facilities and pedestrian ways are designed to promote safety and convenience and conform to approved City standards as confirmed by the City Council through adoption of Tentative Map Resolution No. 2009-149 N.C.S. ADOPTED this 27th day of May, 2014, by the following vote: Commission Member Benedetti-Petnic Lin Gomez Marzo Councilmember Miller Vice Chair Pierre Chair Wolpert Aye No Absent Abstain X X X X X X X BY Wolpert, Chair Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-12 Page 2 ATTEST: Heath Wines, Commission Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: Eric W. Danl , City Attorney Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-12 Page 3 SPAR CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL Yarberry Lane 870 Wood Sorrel Drive APN 137-061-022 File NO.: PLSR-13-0018 Planning Division Exhibit A 1. This Site Plan and Architectural Review authorizes the construction of 21 new residential units and associated infrastructure and landscape improvements as shown on Plans dated April 10, 2014, for the property located at 870 Wood Sorrel Drive, APN 137-061-022. 2. All applicable conditions of approval made a part of the Tentative Subdivision Map Resolution 2009-149, Mitigation Measures included as Exhibit A in Resolution 2009-136, and conditions of approval of the Landscape Plan SPAR Resolution 2014-01 are incorporated herein by reference. 3. Before issuance of any development permit, the applicant shall revise the site plan or other first sheet of the office and job site copies of the Building Permit plans to list these conditions of approval and conditions of approval of the Tentative Subdivision Map - Resolution 2009-149 , Mitigation Measures -Resolution 2009-136, and conditions of approval of the Landscape Plan SPAR Resolution 2014-01. 4. Plans submitted for building permit review shall be in substantial conformance with plans submitted for Architectural Review, date stamped April 10, 2014, as modified by conditions of approval. 5. Final Greenpoint checklist shall be submitted with the building permit application that demonstrates 96 points have been achieved. Greenpoints checklist shall include the following water reduction and hot water distribution measures: a. Insulate all hot water pipes b. Use of high efficiency fixtures C. Use of energy star dishwashers d. Hydrozoning of plants e. Mulching all planter beds to 3 inches or greater f. No invasive species g. Turf in small percentage of landscaping area h. Low flow drip irrigation systems i. SMART weather based controllers High efficiency tankless water heater 6. The project shall be subject to all applicable development impacts and other City fees. 7. Prior to Issuance of Building Permits, all applicable school fees shall be paid and proof of payment submitted with building permit. 8. The applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and its officials, boards, commissions, agents, officers and employees ("Indemnitees") from any claim, action or Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-12 Page 4 proceeding against Indemnitees to attack, set aside, void or annul any of the approvals of the project. The applicant's duty to defend, indemnify and hold harmless in accordance with this condition shall apply to any and all claims, actions or proceedings brought concerning the project, not just such claims, actions or proceedings brought within the time period provided for in applicable State and/or local statutes. The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action or proceeding concerning the project. The City shall cooperate fully in the defense. Nothing contained in this condition shall prohibit the City from participating in the defense of any claim, action, or proceeding, and if the City chooses to do so, applicant shall reimburse City for attorneys' fees and costs incurred by the City. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2014-12 Page 5