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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 01/23/199021 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING January 23, 1990 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M. CITY HALL PETALUMA, CA The Planning Commission encourages applicants or their representatives to be available at M the meeting to answer questions so that no agenda item need be deferred to a later date O due to a lack of pertinent information. COMMISSIONERS: Present: Bennett *, Doyle, Parkerson,. Read, Tarr U Absent: B,alshaw, Libarle STAFF: Warren Salmons Planning Director Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner Gary Broad, Associate Planner Jenny Cavanagh, Assistant Planner Teryl Lister, Assistant Planner * Chairman APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of January 9 were approved with correction to page 11. PUBLIC COMMENT: (15 minutes maximum). The Planning Commission will hear public comments only on matters over which they have jurisdiction. There will be no Commission discussion or action. The chairman will allot no more than five minutes to any individual. If more than three persons wish to speak their time will be allotted so that the total amount of time allocated to this agenda item will be 15 minutes. SPEAKERS: None. COMMISSIONER COMMENT: None. CORRESPONDENCE: None. DIRECTOR's REPORT Council Feedback: Mini Storage on Petaluma Blvd. North - appeal was upheld; Snyder appeal to Council; 90 -91 Fiscal Year Goals; River Grants. APPEAL STATEMENT was read. 1 .. 22 Addition = italics Deletion = st- ri -keeu4 NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC _HEARINGS I. BILLIE ERKEL, 8 AND 10 KELLER STREET, AP NO. 008- 051 -05, FILE NO. 1.522110c). 1. Consideration of a previously approved. conditional use permit to allow a bed and breakfast inn (CUP has expired). The public hearings was opened. SPEAKERS: Billie Erke1- owner - answered questions regarding Fire Marshal approvals.. The public hearing was closed. A motion was ;made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Doyle to grant a conditional use permit to allow a bed and breakfast facility to include group functions as an,accessory use based on the findings and subject to the amended conditions listed in the staff report. COMMISSIONER.BALSHAW: Absent COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Absent COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes Findings 1. The proposed use, subject to the conditions of approval, conforms to the intent and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan. 2. This project will not constitute, a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of the community due to the mitigation measures incorporated in the conditions of-- approval. Conditions (Bed and Breakfast) 1. Operation of the bed and breakfast facility shall be limited to the provision of an aggregate of five (5) guestrooms unless and until_ the zoning ordinance is amended to allow more than five. At that time, up to eight (8) guestrooms may. be allowed under this use permit unless restricted by other provisions of the zoning amendment. In any case, the use shall comply with mandatory operating conditions, as follows: a. The inn owner or manager must reside at the inn. L� [1 23 co O U Q b. Fire and life safety requirements may be imposed as a condition of occupancy approval including requirements for installation of approved smoke detectors in each guest room, the installation of a fire extinguisher at the inn, the posting of an evacuation plan in each guest room, or an approved fire sprinkler system. Requirements for the conversion of occupancy as required by the Fire Marshal and Building Inspector shall be met prior to commencement of use. C. The inn owner shall obtain the following required Sonoma County Health Department approvals prior to the' commencement of the use: 1. Submit plans and specifications of food preparation and storage. d. City Departments may periodically conduct an inspection of the inn during regular business hours to determine compliance with use permit conditions, the Zoning Ordinance and . other applicable ordinances and laws they administer. A warrant shall be obtained when required by law. (Group Functions) 2. Permitted accessory uses shall be limited to use of the yard and ground floor areas of , 10 Keller Street for conferences, weddings, fundraisers, and similar events attended by non - guests of the inn. 3. Inside attendance ' shall not exceed 49 people; outdoor attendance of up to 100 pep ple on Saturday or Sunday daytime only to be allowed. El events (occurring and concluding prior to 6:00 PM) shall'.be limited to a maximum of three events per week; evening events (commencing after 6:00 PM) shall be limited to two per week. Expansion of these limitations are subject to additional consideration by the Planning Commission. music, if provided for accessory activities, shall be staged from inside the house no outdoor placement of speakers permitted. No amplified music allowed 5. (Genes 6. 7. requirements of the Fire Marshal or Building Division shall be complete( n the time frame deemed necessary by each office. This use permit may be recalled to the Planning Commission -for review at any time due to complaints regarding traffic congestion, noise generation or other potentially detrimental operating characteristics. At such time, the Commission may repeal the use permit or add /modify conditions of approval. Major Traffic Facilities Improvement Fees; The project sponsor shall, prior to issuance of a building permit, pay a fee of $50.00 per daily trip end estimated to be generated by said project. Trip generation figures shall be as determined by the City Engineer. If the City establishes a Major Facilities Traffic Mitigation fee prior to ilissuance of a building permit, the fee for said project shall thereinafter be the mayor facilities traffic mitigation fee. 3 Daytime f 9. All exterior, modifications, demolition, and /or additions (including fences and signs) shall be subject, to review and approval of the Historic and Cultural Preservations Committee prior to commencement of use. 10. Curb, gutter and sidewalk shall be replaced and /or repaired ,along the parcel frontage prior to commencement of use, subject to review and approval of City Engineer. 11. Groundcover and /or tree planting shall be provided at curbside frontage prior to commencement of use, subject; to administrative approval 1r- and- L- lt�rFa} I- Fesei -yagor} -oinm ee-- r-e�4eiv aitl -apgtF wad 12. Conversion of overhead utilities to underground for both structures shall be completed in conjunction with the improvements of the Keller Street Underground District. 13. This property shall begin financial participation in the Parking Assessment District, as determined by the City Manager, commencing with change of use. II. MADIGAN ACCESSORY DWELLING, 71 LINDBERG LANE, AP NO. 007-471-05, FILE NO. 1658'(gb). 1. Consideration of a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Mari! Madigan - Owner, 71 Lindberg Lane - will be a unit for her parents. The public hearing was" closed. A motion was, made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to grant a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling based on the findings and subject to the conditions listed in the staff report. COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Absent COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Absent COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT- Yes Findings 1. The proposed accessory dwelling, as conditioned, will conform to the requirements and intent of the Petaluma Zoning Ordinance. 2. The proposed accessory dwelling, as conditioned, will conform to the requirements and intent, goals, and policies of the Petaluma General Plan. I i 3. The proposed accessory dwelling will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the, public welfare of the community. I 4. This project is a CEQA Class 3 Categorical Exemption, New Construction of Small Structures. 1. A11 requirements of the Engineering Department shall be complied with, including: a. An excavation permit shall be required for all work in the public right-of- ay. w co b. A standard driveway cut shall be required for any garage driveway. 0 2. All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be complied with, including: U Q a. Utilities and their connections must be shown on the plans. b. Verify that the new foundation matches existing. C. Show drainage around new addition on building plans. 3. This project (architecture, site plan and. landscaping) shall be subject to SPARC review prior to the issuance of building permits. 4. Separate gas and electric meters shall 'be installed for the proposed accessory dwelling to the specifications of PG & E prior to issuance of a Certificate of Oc upancy. 5. This project shall be responsible for the payment of special development fees adopted by the Petaluma City Council for' Storm Drainage Impact, Sewer and Water Connection, School Facilities, Community Facilities Development and Dwelling --------=---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Construction. - - - - -- III. GLORIA'S CASINO, 122 AMERICAN ALLEY, AP NO. 006 - 281 -28, FILE NO. 1.6570c). i 1. Consideration of a conditional use permit to allow operation of a casino (bar, cards, and pool tables). The public hearing was opened. Linda Kade - 149 Kentucky Street, Applicant architect - May be some shifting of interior rooms - can work within all conditions, answered questions. Captain Lo ng - Petaluma Police Department. - Answered questions; there may be a small parking problem at this site (due to alley). 5 25 26 Gloria Easterlv - 132 American Alley - Applicant - answered questions regarding operation of establishment; beer and wine only; 2 pool tables; will be some daytime games. John Bernardi - Owner of Hideaway (casino) - Which card games will be allowed? Gloria Easterlv - Games will be to ball, Texas Hold Um, Draw, pan; hours of operation 11AM to 2PM; must be 214 enter; security will be provided. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Tarr to grant a conditional use permit based on the findings and subject to the amended conditions listed in the staff report. COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Absent COMMISSIONER DOYLE- Yes . COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Absent COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER READ: No not the most ideal use for this location. COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes Findings 1. The .proposed use, subject to the conditions of ,approval, conforms to the intent and requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan. 2. This project will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of the community due to the mitigation measure incorporated in the conditions of approval. Conditions 1. Doorway 4 shall be "Exit Only "; and shall be posted as such and locked from the alley side. Doorway 2 shall be posted "No Casino Entrance" or equivalent. A wall with an exit door shall be provided at the end of the casino lease space to prevent uncontrolled access from storage spaces 3,4, and 5. All are subject to review and approval by Community Development staff, City Fire Marshal and the ABC as deemed necessary by those agencies. 2. All activities associated with this use shall be conducted indoors. 3. All activities shall comply with City Performance Standards. 4. No signs shall be installed prior to issuance of a sign permit. All signs must comply with the City Sign Ordinance. 5. As proposed, business shall not remain open past 2.00 AM. 6. All requirements of the Fire Marshal and Building Inspector shall be complied with. 7. All requirements of the Police Department, Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, and the Department of Justice shall be complied with in the timeframe deemed appropriate by those agencies. on 2'7 8. This use permit is subject to recall and /or revocation upon violation of any City Municipal Code or State regulations regarding cardrooms. In addition, this use permit may be recalled to the .Planning Commission for review at any time due to complaints regarding potentially detrimental operating characteristics. At such time, the Commission may repeal the use permit or add /modify conditions of approval. 9. Drapes, signs, blinds, window backing or other means of blocking the windows (facing the alley) shall be prohibited. Open -style window dressing of a decorative nature may be allowed, subject to review and approval of Community Development Co staff. M 10. Exterior changes are subject to administrative SPARC review prior to issuance of 0 building permit. U 11 Exterior lighting for alley area shall be added subiect to staff approval. Q ------------------------------------------------------ - - - - -- IV. FAIRWAY MEADOWS, DUFFEL COMPANY, AP NO. 17- 040 -50, FILE NO'S 3.399 AND 6.956(tl). 1. Consideration of EIQ. 2. Consideration of rezone from Agriculture (A) and Flood Plan Combining (FPC) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) and FPC. 3. Consideration of PUD unit development plan. 4. Consideration of Tentative Map for 46 detached single - family dwellings. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Charles McKee - Applicant representative - Today's meeting with staff was very productive; main'concerns are density questions; 50 units have been allotted; no problems with traffic assessment fees; answered questions. Frank Bellows Architect - very productive meeting with staff today; described lot layout; 9 different siding patterns; 10% houses feature vertical siding; answered questions. Commission Comments Commissioner Tarr - Concerns with compatibility of Lakeville Square Apartments. Commissioner Parkerson - Does not want to vote tonight - .needs a lot more work. Commissioner's Doyle and Parkerson - Do not feel that this project is ready to be before Planning Commission. Commissioner Parkerson - would like more information regarding overview of houses to creek and to apartments next door; too much mass and density; 3 lots at entrance to project need more work; diversity of units not acceptable; needs more open space. Commissioner Dole. - Open space issue most important. Commissioner Read - Fish and Game should be requested again to make comments. N Commissioner Tarr - Density - some smaller units should be included. 7 EWE A consensus was reached that the Commission will not vote on this project tonight. There will be a field trip to the project site in the next three weeks and this item will be continued to the Planning Commission meeting of February 13th. The public hearing was continued to the Planning Commission meeting of February 13, 1990. V. FISCAL 1990 - 1991 GOALS. Discussion: The programs section from the General Plan was included in Commission packet. Commissioners made suggestions for Council Goals Setting Session. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS 1. Tree Preservation. This item will be an agenda item before the last meeting in February. ADJOURNMENT: 9:50 PM min0123 / pcom2 N .