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REGULAR MEETING March 13, 1990
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 P.M.
CITY HALL PETALUMA, CA
The Planning Commission encourages applicants or their representatives to be available at
the meeting'to answer questions so that no agenda item need be deferred to a later date
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Co due to a lack of pertinent information.
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COMMISSIONERS: Balshaw* *, Bennett *, Doyle, Libarle, Parkerson, Read, Tarr**
U STAFF: Warren Salmons, Planning Director
Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner
Gary, Broad, Associate Planner
Jenny Cavanagh, Associate Planner
Teryl Lister, Associate Planner
* Chairman
* * Arrived `7:10 PM
MINUTES OF February 27, 1990 approved with corrections.
PUBLIC COMMENT: (15 minutes maximum).
The 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'S REPORT /COMMENT: Old Adobe Subdivision status on hold until
April; line numbers on staff reports will be done; Chairman Bennett announced he will
participate in tree preservation ordinance preparation.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Cavanagh Bed and Breakfast appeal 'outcome; Koby dwelling
group has been appealed.
CORRESPONDENCE: Parkerson letter distributed.
APPEAL STATEMENT was read.
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OLD BUSINESS
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS
I. FAIRWAY MEADOWS, DUFFEL COMPANY, AP NO. 17- 040 -50, `FILE NO.'S
3.399, 6.956(tl).
1. Continued consideration of mitigated negative declaration.
2. Continued consideration of rezone from Agriculture (A) and Flood Plain
Combining (FPC) to Planned_ Unit Development (PUD) and FPC.
3. Continued consideration of PUD unit development plan.
4. Continued consideration of tentative map for 41 lot detached single - family
subdivision.
Item continued to Planning Commission meeting of March 27, 1990.
II. YOUNG AMERICA BIOMES, PARK PLACE V, RAINIER AVENUE AT ACADIA
DRIVE, AP NO. 136- 111 -51, FILE NO. 3.403, 6:962(tl).
1. Continued consideration of mitigated negative declaration.
2. Continued: consideration of rezoning of 14.8 acres from PCD to PUD.
3. Continued consideration of PUD unit development plan.
4. Continued consideration of tentative map for 82 (revised) lot detached
single - family subdivision.
SPEAKERS:
Carol Whitmeyer (Craiker & Associates) - delivered project presentation and summary of
changes since last'neeting.
Robert Luft - _=discussion of entry-islands; attempt to emphasize neighborhoods at corners
instead of median.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS:
Ross Parkerson - Applicants have done good job of responding. Lots 16 -17, 69 -70 should
both be side:entry garages to maximize on- street parking.
John. Balshaw - Clarification on 28 foot street on one or both. sides? . Clarify
Condition 5c (prohibiting detached accessory' unit - is it needed? Recommends deletion
of condition.
The public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Doyle to
recommend to the City Council approval of a Negative Declaration of Environmental
Impact based on the findings as follows:
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COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
EIO Findings
1. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife
L species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self - sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining
0 levels, threaten 'to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or
Q restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important
U examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory.
2. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have the potential to achieve short-
term to the disadvantage of long -term, environmental goals..
3. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have impacts which are individually
limited, but cumulatively considerable.
4. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have environmental effects which
will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly.
5. The project is consistent with and further promotes the objectives, goals, and
policies of the General Plan.
A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Libarle to
recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed rezone from Planned Community
District (PCD) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) District for the development of an
82 -lot residential subdivision to be known as Park Place 5 based on the findings as follows:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER,LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
Rezone Findings
1. That the development plan as conditioned, results in a more desirable use of the
land, and a better physical environment than would be possible under any single
zoning district or combination of zoning districts.
2. That the plan for the proposed development, as conditioned, presents a unified and
organized arrangement of buildings and service facilities which are appropriate in
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relation to adjacent to nearby properties and that adequate landscaping and /or
screening is included if necessary to insure compatibility.
3. That the natural and scenic qualities of the site are protected, with adequate
available public and private spaces designated on the Unit Development Plan.
4. That the development of the subject property, in the manner proposed by the
applicant and conditioned by the City, 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.
5. That the PUD District is proposed on property which has a suitable relationship to
one (1) or more thoroughfares (Ely Blvd. South) to carry any additional traffic
generated by the development.
A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to
recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed 82 -unit Planned Unit
Development to be known as Park' Place 5 based upon findings and subject to amended
conditions as follows:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
PUD Findings
1. That the development plan as conditioned, results in a more desirable use of the
land, and a better physical eiivirownent than would be possible under any single
zoning district or combination of zoning districts.
2. That the plan for the proposed development, as conditioned, presents a unified and
organized arrangement of buildings; and service facilities which are appropriate in
relation to adjacent or nearby properties and that adequate landscaping and /or
screening is included if necessary to insure compatibility.:
3. That the natural and scenic qualities of the site are protected with adequate
available public and private spaces designated on the Unit Development. Plan.
4. That the development of the subject property, in the manner proposed by the
applicant and conditioned by the City; 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. -
5. That the PUD District is proposed on property which has a suitable relationship to
one, (1) or more thoroughfares (Maria and Acadia Drives and Rainier Avenue to
carry any additional traffic generated by the development.
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PUD Conditions:
1. The project sponsor shall be required to pay low and moderate income housing in-
lieu fees of an amount to be determined according to the schedule established by
City Council or make alternative arrangements to meet the low and moderate
income housing provision requirements of the Housing Element, subject to approval
of the City. and prior to approval of the Final Map.
2. The applicant shall' provide for perpetual maintenance of all landscaped areas
(including median islands and. street trees), and sound walls contained on public
property or within the right-of-way, to the satisfaction of the Directors of
Community Development and Parks and Recreation and subject to final approval
by,the City Council. Perpetual maintenance may be accommodated through a
W maintenance assessment district, the formation of must be ratified by the City
(7) Council prior to or concurrent with final map approval. Costs of formation of a
0 Landscape Assessment District shall be borne by the developer.
c ) 3. SPARC review of the project shall include particular emphasis on the following:
a. Review of building design for use of a variety of appropriate materials and
flexibility of design options.
b. Review of building design for conformance with General Plan policy
requiring provision of at least 10% of total units to be of significantly
different architectural design.
C. Review of landscape and irri&ation plans for appropriate species selection
and placement, and compatibility of all proposed landscape materials with
soil and irrigation conditions.
d. Review of proposed fencing for quality of design and compatibility with
neighborhood setting.
e. Review of pad elevations on those units adjacent to existing Village
Meadows residences to ensure compatibility in building height and grade
transition, and protection of privacy.
L Review of proposed developments standards pertaining to items specified
under Condition 5.
4. All adopted SPARC conditions of approval for the PUD plan which affect the
Tentative Map shall be incorporated into the map prior to Final 'Map submittal.
5. Project CC&R's (conditions, covenants and restrictions) shall be developed to
provide references to development standards for the following which shall become
conditions of zoning approval:
a. Minimum building setbacks and maximum lot- coverage erage for principal dwelling
and accessory uses and structures (i.e., additions, detached buildings, pools,
decks, fences)
b. Regulation of home occupations subject to pertinent regulations of the City
Zoning Ordinance.
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C. Detaehed Accessory dwellings shall be pfe4ibitod permitted. A-a-aebed-uf i-ts
sha&be- petted to pertinent regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
d. Single - family detached homes shall be permitted the following modifications:
1. Room additions (including covered patios) subject to 'the setback
requirements developed under Condition 5a.
2. Uncovered decks subject to the pertinent requirements of the City
Zoning Ordinance.
3. Bay windows, greenhouse windows and other projections subject to
. the requirements , of the City Zoning Ordinance.
e. Any exterior modifications shall be compatible with existing structure in
architectural styling, exterior colors and materials.
f. Garage conversions shall be prohibited.
g. Other questions concerning land use regulations, building he accessory
buildings, etc. in the project shall be governed by the City Zoning Ordinance
(R- 16,500 zone).
6. Any y -signs proposed to be erected to advertise or direct persons to the project shall
meet the requirements of the City Sign Ordinance and shall require issuance of a
sign permit from the City.
7. The following , requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be met prior to
submittal for building permits:
a. Soils with expansion index greater than 20 requires special design foundation
per Uniform Building Code 2904(b).
b. All roofing shall be "B° rated or better per Ordinance no. 1744/1988.
C. Indicate all utilities on site plan.
d. 'Verify utilities are adequate for building (i.e. size of water, electrical and gas
service and size of sewer). -�
e. Responsible party to sign plans.
f. Submit soils report to verify foundation design.
8. The following recommendations of the Police Department shall be addressed prior
to issuance of building permits:
a. Vegetation shall be kept below the top of the sound wall or species selected
to discourage climbing of the wall.
b. Corner houses should be situated in a way to allow placement of driveways as
far back from intersections as possible.
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c.. Door locks should be made as tamper proof as possible.
d. House numbers should be lighted to assist emergency crews in locating
residences at night.
A motion was made by Commissioner Libarle and seconded by Commissioner Doyle to
recommend to the City Council approval of the tentative reap for Park Place 5, an 82 -lot
residential subdivision, based upon the findings and subject to the amended conditions as
follows:
( COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
a) COMMISSIONER PARKE'RSON: Yes
O COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
(� COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
Tentative Map Findings
1. The proposed subdivision, as conditionally approved, together with provisions for its
design and improvement, is consistent with the General Plan objectives, policies,
general land uses and programs.
2. The site is physically suitable for the type and density of development proposed, as
conditionally approved.
3. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements therefore, as
conditionally approved, will not cause substantial environmental damage, and no
substantial or avoidable injury will occur to fish or wildlife or their habitat.
4. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will not cause serious
public health problems.
5. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements proposed will not
conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of
property within the proposed subdivision.
6. The discharge of waste from the proposed subdivision into the existing community's
sewer system will not result in violation of the existing requirements prescribed by
the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
Tentative Map Conditions
1. The subdivider shall comply with the following requirements of the City Engineer.
a.: The developer shall comply with the Petaluma Municipal Code Sections
20.36.010 and 20.36.020 which require the developer to pay storm drainage
impact fees _(as calculated in Chapter .17.30) on construction in all sections of
the City of Petaluma.
b. Prior to approval of each final reap for this project, the developer shall
contribute a fair -share contribution to signalization improvements at the Ely
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Boulevard /East Washington Street; Ely: Boulevard /Rainier Avenue; and
Rainier Avenue /North McDowell' Boulevard.
c.� All broken curb, gutter and sidewalks located on Maria Drive, Rainier
Avenue and Acadia Drive shall be - replaced 'to City Standards.
d. All sanitary sewer mains located on private property shall be contained in an
exclusive 10' paved easement (e.g., between Lots 40 and 41, minimum size
main shall be'8 inches).
e. A one foot non- access easement shall be dedicated along Rainier Avenue.
L "No Parking" signs and red curb shall be, installed along one side extended
around the cul-de-sac for both Glen Rock Court and Redrock Way to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer.
g. A temporary emergency vehicle ' turn - around of satisfactory size shall be
required at the phase line on Pipestone (if required by the Fire Marshal).
h. All street lights to be installed within this development shall be standard
metal fixtures and dedicated to the City for ownership and maintenance.
Prior to City acceptance, the developer shall verify all lights meet PG &E's
LS2 rating system.
i. The phase line between 1: and 2 shall be fully drawn to identify which lots and
street. portions are to be developed within each phase.
j. The development plan and the proposed tentative map typical street sections
and lot line configurations do not correspond. The development plan shall
be revised to conform to the tentative map in all aspects.
k. Per *Petaluma Municipal Code Section 20.16:460, Compliance with all City
requirements: Approval of the tentative map shall in no way relieve the
subdivider of his responsibility to comply'with the required conditions and to
provide the improvements and easements necessary to °meet all City
standards.
2. Phasing and construction of the development shall correspond to the approval of
allotments for the project. Allotments shall be secured for all lots within each phase
of development prior to application for Final Map approval of the respective phase.—®
3. Fire hydrant locations and type to meet Fire Marshal approval prior to Final Map.
4. The subdivider shall comply with the following Pacific Bell requirements:
a. A ten foot P.U.E. will be required on all streets within and bordering this
. subdivision.
b. A joint P.U.E. will be required on an "as built" basis when PG &E and Pacific
Bell facilities are constructed within this subdivision.
C. Any rearrangement of'telephone facilities that. conflict with the development
of this subdivision will be at the developer's expense.
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d. When developer cancels, modifies or defers its request for facilities,
developer shall pay a charge which will allow Pacific Bell to recover the
nonrecoverable cost of its engineering, labor, material, equipment and other
related expenses as a result of the work performed by Pacific Bell to comply
with developer's request. Per C.P.U.C. Rates and Tariffs - Revision A2,
Rules 15 and 16.
e. Any changes made prior to Final Map should be resubmitted for our review.
5. The Tentative Map shall be :amended prior to submittal for Final Map to reflect all
applicable modifications required under the PUD Conditions of Approval. Said
,map amendment. shall meet specifications of the City Engineer and Director of
Co Community Development and shall also incorporate any SPARC conditions of
approval pertinent to the map.
O 6. The following Special Development Fees shall be applicable to this project: Water
and Sewer Connection, Community Facilities, and Storm Drainage Impact. Fa+k
C) a*d Reereatierr -"nd-l4upre eH# -a d�c- l�cjol��eilitie� s:
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7. The project sponsor shall execute a binding ,agreement which shall stipulate that
upon close of escrow of each residential dwelling unit in Park Place 5, developer
shall pay $150.00 to the City per daily trip end estimated to be generated by said
unit. Each unit is estimated to generate 10.0 trip ends per day. If the City
establishes a Major Facilities Traffic Mitigation Fee prior to close of .escrow of any
unit(s), the fee for said unit(s) and all subsequent units in this project thereafter will
be either $150.00 per trip end or the Mayor Facilities Traffic Mitigation Fee,
whihee is- -on peF -tit- basin if in place at time building permit is issued.
8. Try, to do side entries at Lots 16, 17 and 69, 70 subject to staff review.
NEW BUSINESS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
III. FORMAN /PETRO, ET AL, LAKEVILLE STREET NORTHWEST OF HIGHWAY
101 FILE NO: s 3.407,1.6640c).
1. Consideration of rezoning of 16 parcels from M -L to C -H; of 23 parcels from
M -L to R -C (no EIQ required). —®
2. Consideration of EIQ.
3. Consideration of three Conditional Use Permits. to legalize three pre - existing
uses (wholesale plumbing, wholesale candy, minor auto repair).
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS:
Don Petro - problems with Condition 1a, lg - wants first sentence deleted; Condition ld
(architecture as it is) for (1) conform to exterior building and (2) unobtrusive - wants
direction for architecture.
Tom Gaffee 1010 Lakeville - doesn't think property owners have been notified.
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Robert Olsen Golden West Glass eliminating parking in front building will affect
business. Need truck access and vehicle access to business.
COMMISSIONER COMMENTS:
Dan Libarle - worried that no property owners present.
John Balshaw - concern that non- conforming uses will result from rezoning.
Fred Tarr questions of glass company and Petro regarding roll -up door and access.
Public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to
recommend to the City Council approval of the rezoning based on the findings listed as
follows:.
a. Sixteen parcels in the vicinity of Lakeville Street southwest of -Highway 101,
Assessor's Parcel Numbers 7- 163 -17, 7- 171 -13, 14 and 17; 5- 060 -15, 21, 30 through
33, 39 and 40;5 24, 43, and 45 from 'Light Industrial (M =L) to Highway
Commercial (C -14); and
b. Twenty -three parcels located on East Court, Assessor's Parcel Numbers 7- 111 -.12
through 16, 18, 23 through 32, 38 through 41, 43, 44 and 45 from Light Industrial
(M -L) to Compact Residential (R -C), based on the following findings:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:. Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: No
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
Findings
1. That the proposed rezoning will make the zoning consistent with the General Plan.
2. That state law and local policy call for consistency between zoning and General Plan
land use designations.
3. That public necessity, convenience, and general welfare permit the adoption of the
proposed amendment.
Consideration of EIQ and Conditional Use Permit continued to March 27, 1990 Planning
Commission meeting to allow time to further explore parking and loading questions.
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IV.. DICK AND MARION HODGE, TWO- NINER, .561 SKY RANCH DRIVE,
PETALUMA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, PILE NO.1.667(pt).
1. Consideration of Conditional Use Permits to allow operation of a diner
(restaurant), general office rental space, residential apartment (for security
personnel), and electronic manufacture and repair as part of the fixed base
operator facilities.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS:
Dick Lieb - description of project; residential dwelling unit 880 sq. ft.; Suite H will be
W electronic manufacture, and repair as part of the fixed base operator facilities; wants sign
(3) program before Certificate of Occupancy.; diner 1200 sq. ft. with future 800 sq. ft.
Q expansion ;(parking issue).
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Marion Hodge - project (conceptually) has been to Airport Commission.
Q Public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to
direct staff to issue a Negative Declaration. for the granting of three conditional use
permits (restaurant, general office uses and watchman residence), based on the findings
listed below:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
Findings
1. These uses, as conditionally approved, do not have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife
species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self - sustaining levels,
threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the habitat of a fish or—
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife population to drop below self - sustaining
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal community, reduce the number or
restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important
examples of the major periods of California history or prehistory.
2. These uses, as conditionally approved, do not have the potential to achieve short-
term to the disadvantage of long -term, environmental goals.
3. These uses, as conditionally approved, do not have impacts which are individually
limited, but cumulatively considerable.
4. These uses, as conditionally approved, do not have environmental effects which will
cause substantial adverse effects on human beings, either directly or indirectly.
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5. These uses are consistent with and further promote the objectives, goals, and
policies of the .General Plan.
A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and :seconded by Commissioner Libarle to
approve the :granting of three conditional use permits for `the operation of a restaurant (not
to exceed 2000 square feet), general office uses (not to exceed 4,300 sq. ft.), and one
residential dwelling unit (for security /watchman.personnel) not to exceed 880 sq. ft., based
on the findings and subject to the amended conditions as follows:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: Yes
Findings
1. The proposed uses, subject to the conditions of approval, conform to the intent and
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan.
2. These uses 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
1. All tenant improvements associated with the approved conditional. uses shall comply
with applicable conditions of SPARC approval for the structure pertaining to
mechanical equipment screening, no outdoor storage, sign permits.
2. General office uses, not to exceed a total of 4,{l00 4,300 square feet, shall be
permitted, subject to determination by the Airport. Commission of consistency with
the PCD regulations pertaining to all related activity, prior to issuance of -4enan4
imffovement-pern is Certificate of Occupancy.
3. The residence, not to exceed 880 sq. ., shall be occupied by personnel hired for the
purpose of performing security andr watchman duties for the fixed base operator-""
or airport facilities.
4. . Two - Niner Diner, or any subsequent use as a restaurant or food service facility
(excluding: franchise fast,food) shall be limited to not exceed 2,000 square feet in
area. Expansion of hours of operation to include dinner or late evening operations
shall be subject to staff review and approval prior to expansion of services.
5. A sign program shall be developed for the building, to insure consistency and
compatibility to the building's architecture,, subject to staff review and approval,
prior to issuance of-- .&ny-- tend -4 nprovefaext--wilding- -perms Certificate of
Occupancy.
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V. CALDWELL,117 PAYRAN, AP NO. 007-021-05, FILE NO. 1.665(jkt /pt).
1. Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to allow an accessory dwelling.
Public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS:
Dennis. Caldwell Applicant, 1252 Glenwood Drive - agrees to conditions; answered
questions on project; intention is to save existing trees.
COMMISSION COMMENT:
Nancy Read - was dwelling group option considered?
0 Ross Parkerson - was elimination of second driveway on Payran considered?
() Public hearing was closed.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Libarle to
approve a conditional use permit to allow construction of an accessory dwelling at 117
Payran Street based on findings and subject to amended conditions listed below:
COMMISSIONER BALSHAW: Yes
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes
COMMISSIONER READ: Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes_
CHAIRMAN BENNETT: Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR: 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.
3. The proposed accessory dwelling will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to—
the public welfare of the community.
4. This project is a CEQA Class 3 Categorical Exemption, New Construction of Small
Structures.
Conditions
1. All .requirements of the Engineering Department shall be complied with, including:
a. A 12'0" driveway must be provided for access to the accessory dwelling.
Vehicle turnaround at rear garage must be sufficient that cars do not back
out to Payran Street.
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b. Any broken cobblestones must be repaired. New curb cut and sidewalk
must meet city standards.
C. No lot to lot drainage allowed.
d. Excavation permit required for all work done in public right of way.
2. All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be complied with, including:
a. Soils with expansion index greater than 20 requires special design foundation
per Uniform Building Code 2904(b).
b. Show site drainage and grading topography.
C. Responsible party to sign plans.
d. Submit soils report to verify foundation design.
3. All requirement of the Fire Marshal shall be complied with, including:
a. Fire Sprinkler System shall be designed and installed in accordance to
N.F.P.A. 13 -D including the attic space and garages protected.
b. Two sets of plans. and calculations shall be submitted to the Fire Marshal for
approval and permit.
4. Prior to the issuance of building permits, this project shall be subject to SPARC
review with , placed on architecture (compatibility to existing main
dwelling) an landscaping including savingt existing street tree near driveway, use of
a ground cover such as lawn be utilized versus bark mulch, a planter strip be
installed along at least one side of the proposed driveway, and a planted strip be
considered for the existing driveway along the property line.
5. 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
Occupancy.
6. 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. Development and Dwelling Construction. These shall -®
be paid before any building permits may be issued.
7. All landscaping and improvements (sidewalk, repaired cobblestones) must be
completed before a certificate of occupancy may be issued.
DISCUSSION ITEMS
VI. "D" STREET AREA LAND USE REGULATIONS OPTIONS
Consensus was reached to withhold discussion until the City Council has heard appeal of
Koby "D" Street project.
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VII. BUDGET/ GOALS
Council 90 -91 goals to be included in the next Planning Commission packet schedule for
further discussion.
PLANNING MATTERS
W V. DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. 21 day notices - status report.
Q 2. Early report writing - status report.
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ADJOURNMENT: 10:00 PM
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REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CITY HALL
March 27, 1990
7:00 P.M.
PETALUMA, CA
The Planning Commission encourages applicants or their representatives to be available at
the meeting to answer questions so that no agenda item need be deferred to a later date
due to a lack of pertinent information.
COMMISSIONERS: Balshaw (arrived at 7:05 PM), Bennett *, Doyle, Libarle, Parkerson,
Read, Tarr
STAFF: Warren Salmons, .Planning Director
Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner
Gary Broad, Associate Planner
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF March 13, 1990 Minutes were approved with corrections
to pages 2 and 3.
PUBLIC COMMENT: (15 minutes maximum).
The Commission will hear public comments only on matters over which they have
jurisdiction. Therd 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
i5 minutes.
SPEAKERS: None.
COMMISSIONER COMMENT: None.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT: Adopted Council goals; renoticing of rezone on Lakeville.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT: Commissioner Parkerson, Pamela Tuft and SPARC
CommitteeMember McAllister attended a seminar regarding preservation of native oaks -
Commissioner's Tarr, Read and Bennett and several staff members attended the League of
California Cities Conference in San Diego - Commissioner Bennett indicated that the
Subcommittee working on the Tree Ordinance will meet this week.
CORRESPONDENCE: Letter regarding McNear Hill; Memo regarding Twin Creeks
from Tom Hargis, City Engineer; comments on Twin Creeks EIR from project proponents.
APPEAL STATEMENT: Was read.