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Minutes 05/08/1990
9'9 • REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL MINUTES May 8, 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 7:15PM), Bennett *, Doyle, Libarle, Parkerson, Read, Tarn STAFF: Warren Salmons, Planning Director Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner Gary Broad, Associate Planner * Chairman APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of April 24, 1990 were approved with changes to pages 6, 11 and 12. PUBLIC COMMENT: No speakers. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: None. COMMISSIONER'S REPORT: Commissioner Read - Grading on hill at Bodega Vista Subdivision is extensive. CORRESPONDENCE: Letter regarding accessory dwelling on La Cresta; staff comments to Cader Farms conditions. APPEAL STATEMENT: Was read. O LD: BUSINESS CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING I. CADER FARMS, QUAKER HILL DEVELOPMENT, CADER FARMS,. ELY BOULEVARD NORTH (SONOMA MOUNTAIN PARKWAY) AND RAINIER AVENUE, AP NO.'S 136-120-05,18,21-23, FILE NO. 3.409,6.980(pt). 1. Consideration of EIQ. 2. Consideration of amendment to Development Agreement. 3. Consideration of request to rezone from PCD (Planned Community District) to PUD (Planned Unit District). 4. Consideration of PUD Unit Development Plan. 5. Consideration of Tentative Subdivision Map to create 123 detached single - family dwelling lots on 29.7 acres. 1 100 The public hearing was reopened. SPEAKERS: Van Logan project proponent - described project, grading, etc; concerns regarding recommended condition on alley access configuration. Jon Anderson -McKay and Somas - Applicant's engineering consultant described drainage, proposed changes ,in grading, minor street layout changes to respond to staffs recommendations. Commission Discussion Commissioner Tarr - Concerns on relocation needs for existing residences,,' alleyway idea; however, lots probably not deep enough. Commissioner Parkerson - Alley concept good;, alley provides access to rear, of Jots; would like to see alleys 'in other new subdivisions; concerned with amount of grading. Commissioner Read Grading questions are not fully answered in DEIR for Corona /Ely Specific Plan. Chairman Bennett Concerns on unnecessary grading, extensive landscaping needed to screen garage doors. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to recommend to, the City Council adoption of an environmental determination that pro ect specific impacts anticipated through the preparation and certification of the CoronaEly Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report have been adequately identified and mitigated through the adoption of specific conditions of approval applicable to the proposed Cader Farms project. COMMISSIONER BALSHAW :Yes COMMISSIONER. READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT;Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE :Yes COMMISSIONER TARR:Yes A motion was made by Commissioner Libarle and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed Development Agreement Amendment to provide for the following: 1. Inclusion of all conditions of approval pertaining to the PUD Unit Development Plan and tentative map approvals. 2. Adjustment of the number of allotments set„forth on the developme_ nt schedule (page 11) to more accurately reflect present and projected maximum development potential of 220 units. 3. Adjustment of the development schedule to reflect the proposed three unit Phasing schedule of Phase 1 and projecting future unit potential, for the High Amenity Area and a 15% contingency for moderate income units. 2 101 4. Deletion of sentence on page 12 which reads "In any year in which the total number of °City -wide allotment requests -is less than the number of available discretionary allotments, Developer may apply for additional allotments through the standard allotment application procedure. ". COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYL.E: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT:Yes COMMISSIONER LLBARLE:Yes O� COMMISSIONER TARR:Yes A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Read to U recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed rezoning of that portion of Assessor's Parcel Numbers 136- 120 -05, 18, 21 through 23 associated with Phase 1, Units 1, 2 and 3 of Cader Farms, from P.C.D. to P.U.D., based on the following findings: COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT:Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE :Yes COMMISSIONER TARR:Yes Findings 1. That the development plan as conditioned, results in a more desirable use of the land, and a better physical environment that 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 and nearby properties and associated proposed projects and that adequate landscaping and /or screening is included if necessary to insure compatibility. 3. That the natural and scenic qualities of the site will be protected through the implementation of tree preservation conditions of approval, and that adequate available public and private spaces are designated on the Unit Development Plan. 4. That the development of the subiect 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. 3 102 5. That the PUD District, is, pro ,o more on property which has a suitable relationshi to one or. more thoroughfares (Sonoma. Mountain Parkway and' Rainier Avenue to carry any additional traffic generated by the development. A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed Cader Farms Planned Unit Development not to exceed 124 lots; ° incorporating the May 8th (modified) changes to original conditions, with. the addition of a condition to require resubmission to Planning mi Comssion of architectural and lot layout plans prior to SPARC review, and to be based on the findings set forth within the Rezoning action and be subject to the amended conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER BALSHAWYes COMMISSIONER. READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNEIT:Yes COMMISSIONER,.LIBARLE:Yes COMMISSIONER TARR :Yes Conditions 1. Prior to SPARC review, the PUD Unit Development Plan shall be amended to: a. Provide street tree planting strips between back of curb and sidewalk on -all streets. b. - Modification of unit layout where adjacent to existing mature, healthy tree(s) to provide for and protect the health of the trees, as recommended by 'a professional' arborist selected by the City, prior to Final Map. approval Cost shall be borne by the applicant. stbae #- eq�ra� -ta egdripkg C. Modify unit layout pattern to provide, a greater variety in front and side yard setbacks, subject to review by the Planning Commission prior to SPARC review. 2. PUD Development Standards shall be developed, subject to staff review and approval .prior to Final Map, to include provisions for governing the following: ------= �-oss- over -acc- ess -and ainteaanee-easenie -nt-on- shar-ed4r ay&4otsr b. Maximum lot coverage for principal dwellings and accessory uses and structures, definition of specific minimum setbacks,. per unit type if appropriate. C. Identification of options and /or restrictions applicable to homeowner's for construction of either building additions, permitted detached accessory structures or associated improvements (decks, patios, spas, etc.). Structural additions are permitted, and shall be contained within the building envelope, as defined within this PUD and set forth on the approved unit development plan and, subdivision map. Design shall be, in keeping with the .approved PUD development plan, to staff review and approval prior to issuance of a development permit. Accessory structures shall be permitted, subject to development - standards, prepared by the developer and subject to SPARC review and approval, prior to Final Map approval. 103 Accessory units shall be permitted, pursuant to applicable regulations within the Petaluma Zoning Ordinance. d. Standards for height, location and design of fencing, as well as maintenance and replacement provisions to conform to the approved PUD plan. Proposed fence detail shall be enhanced through the incorporation of special accent features (e.., substantial comer posts with decorative caps, lattice height addition, etc .), subject to SPARC review and approval. e. Allowance for partial or full garage conversion, replacement of off - street covered parking. L Rebuilding and /or replacement of residential structures shall conform to the approved unit development plan. o) 3. Project CC &R's, if prepared and recorded for this project, shall include reference to the PUD Development Standards, subject to staff review and approval prior to Final 0 Map approval. V. 4. All aspects of the proposed development plan and tentative map are subject to review by the Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee prior to submission of a Final Map for checking and approval including, but not limited to: architecture, public and private landscaping, hardscape surface treatments (delineation of bikeway and crosswalks), irrigation and fencing. Particular emphasis shall be placed on SPARC review of the following: a. Unit architecture shall be diversified to include a more articulated difference 5 between Plans 3 and 4 (height, mass, roof angle and plane). b. Designation of a 10% unit to provide substantial diversity in architecture from the proposed five plans. This may be achieved by substitution of either Plan 3 or 4 with a completely new unit, subject to review and approval of Planning Commission prior to SPARC review. C. Landscape plan to provide appropriate street tree species, increasing planting frequency to a minimum spacing of 20' -30' toward developing a linear tree -lined appearance, augmented by accent tree clusters. d. Distinct lighting fixtures per the Corona /Ely Specific Plan. Note: A conflict in recommended conditions of approval exists between community development and engineering departments pertaining to street lighting fixture design details. Alternative ways to address the Specific Plan and operating and maintenance concerns is being pursued by staff. e. Development standards for approving structural additions and accessory structures. f. Compliance with recommended conditions of approval: 1. Lighted numbers shall be provided for each residential unit. 2. Securing devices shall be placed on windows and sliding glass doors. 3. Dead bolt locks shall be provided on all solid wooden doors. g. Provision of a solid 6' wood fence for side and rear yards as illustrated on the conditionally approved unit development plan. Fence design shall be enhanced through. use of decorative post and cap at corners or other means. Fences shall tie back -to structure, with one side gate, per the approved plan. h. Enforcement of Corona /Ely Specific Plan minimum structure height and setback standards for properties abutting Sonoma Mountain Parkway. i. Provision of intersection "chokers" to all extent possible. j. Resubmission of architectural and lot layout plans to Planning Commission is required prior to SPARC review. 5 104 5. The following requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be met prior to issuance of development permits: approved laps and will be required a. Grading must be certified wh en completed to indicate compliance with pp p q red for occupancy. b. Soils with expansion index greater than 20 requires special design. foundation per Uniform Building Code 2904(b). C. Show site drainage and Tplan. ding elevations. d. Indicate all utilities on e. Verify utilities are adequate for building (i.e., size of water, electrical and gas service an d;size of sewer). L Responsible party to sign plans. g. Submit soils report to verify foundation design. h. Any structures - removed must be done with demolition permit. L Any wells abandoned must be done under permit from. Sonoma County Health Department. 6. Construction traffic shall be limited to use of Sonoma Mountain Parkway, Rainier Avenue for access the project site. 7. Hours of construction activity on the Cader Farms site shall be limited to the hours of 7 AM to 6 PM, through Friday (non- holiday). 8. School buildings and parking shall not be located within the Urban Separator (per the Corona /Ely Specific Plan). School structures may be placed within the Urban. Separator, `for a temporary period of timing, while construction .on. the permanent site occurs, subject to City Council authorization. Placement of` temporary structures shall not preclude development of a continuous pathway along , the urban separator. A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to recommend to the City Council approval of the proposed Cader Farms: tentative map, creating up to 124 residential lots based on the following findings and subject to the amended' conditions listed below: Tentative Map Findings: 1. The proposed subdivision, as conditionally approved, together with provisions for its design and improvement, is consistent with the General Plan and Corona /Ely Specific 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 and /or wildlife or their habitat. 4. The design of the Subdivision and the type of improvements proposed will not conflict with. easement, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of property within the proposed subdivision. on 107 14. The tentative map shall be amended to provide tree preservation of existing mature trees. Options could include, but are not limited. to lot reconfiguration, increased setbacks, unit redesign,. recordation of tree easements and deed restrictions to insure preservation and maintenance in perpetuity, subject to SPARC review and approval. 15. The tentative. map and .subsequent improvement plans shall be amended to delete the gateway entrances to the'High Amenity Area. No approval is granted at this time as to points of access in the future development area. Temporary access can be provided for the existing uses, subject to staff review and approval prior to Final Map approval. 16. An alternate lotting and circulation pattern shall be provided for Lots 107 through 112 to eliminate backing out of driveways onto Rainier Circle, as illustrated in a revised PUD Development Plan received by the Community Development Department on May 2, 1990, 424-{ epting "ts - 22 - t gh t©fq�ovide ar .reaf4ine vehicular a subject to SPARC review and approval. r- Pr }vete- r�eed�tFeet- ster�da�� €lbe�f- adeq�ete- width- to-elloiv eve �va�- tFa€€ic -, subject - to-- stu € €- .r-eview- and- appr©v.al: Additional substantial landscaping shall be provided by the developer, along the street side garage elevations, subject to SPARC review and approval. 17 A second access to Sonoma Mountain Parkway shall be maintained for emergency access purposes until such time as the loop of Rainier Circle is completed, subject to staff review and approval. 9 site., particularly in the vicinity of rear lots on Lots 27 -31, 32 -34, 42, 51 -57, 67 -74, 96 -97 and 122 -123 to all extent possible, subject to SPARC review and approval. 10. The following Parks and Recreation Commission requirements for the park site development, shall be followed: a. No placement of extensive fill on park site, generally flat or gently consistent grading shall be provided. b. Turf and irrigation shall be provided within the park site, subject to City staff review and approval. C. A sewer stub out shall be provided to the. park site, location subject to City (0 staff review and approval. 0) 11. A bus pullout and shelters shall be provided at the intersection of Rainier Avenue Q and Sonoma Mountain Parkway, per the ultimate design of the City selected landscape architect, subject to City staff review and approval. U 12. Revised curb to curb street sections shall be provided to allow parking on both sides of the residential streets (two 9 travel lanes, two 7 parking lanes), including the provision of street tree planting strips and sidewalks, as deemed appropriate, subject to staff review and approval, prior to Final Map approval. 13. This development shall be subject to all appropriate development fees, and on and off -site. improvements as set forth within the adopted Development Agreement or any subsequent amendment thereto. 14. The tentative map shall be amended to provide tree preservation of existing mature trees. Options could include, but are not limited. to lot reconfiguration, increased setbacks, unit redesign,. recordation of tree easements and deed restrictions to insure preservation and maintenance in perpetuity, subject to SPARC review and approval. 15. The tentative. map and .subsequent improvement plans shall be amended to delete the gateway entrances to the'High Amenity Area. No approval is granted at this time as to points of access in the future development area. Temporary access can be provided for the existing uses, subject to staff review and approval prior to Final Map approval. 16. An alternate lotting and circulation pattern shall be provided for Lots 107 through 112 to eliminate backing out of driveways onto Rainier Circle, as illustrated in a revised PUD Development Plan received by the Community Development Department on May 2, 1990, 424-{ epting "ts - 22 - t gh t©fq�ovide ar .reaf4ine vehicular a subject to SPARC review and approval. r- Pr }vete- r�eed�tFeet- ster�da�� €lbe�f- adeq�ete- width- to-elloiv eve �va�- tFa€€ic -, subject - to-- stu € €- .r-eview- and- appr©v.al: Additional substantial landscaping shall be provided by the developer, along the street side garage elevations, subject to SPARC review and approval. 17 A second access to Sonoma Mountain Parkway shall be maintained for emergency access purposes until such time as the loop of Rainier Circle is completed, subject to staff review and approval. 9 W10: NEW BUSINESS: PUBLIC HEARINGS: H. SCOB'LE, 320 BODEGA AVENUE, AP NO. 006- 221 -24, FILE NO. 1.6700kt /pt). 1. Consideration .of Conditional Us_ e Permit to allow an accessory dwelling at 320 Bodega Avenue. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: None (however, applicant John Scoble answered questions regarding roof materials). 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 conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:Yes COMMISSIONER .READ: Yes COMMIS S-IONER.PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT:Yes COMMISSIONER LI'BARLE: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 Chief'Building Inspector shall be complied with, including: a. Grading must be certified when completed to indicate compliance with approved plans and will be required for occupancy. b. Where ground slopes' greater than 1 on 10, foundation shall be stepped per Uniform Building Code, 2907(c). C. 'Soils with expansion.index greater than 20 requires special design foundation per Uniform Building Cod e'2904(b). 10 109 ® d. Show site drainage and grading topography. e., Indicate all utilities on site plan. f. Responsible party to sign plans. g. Submit soils report to verify foundation design. 2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, this project shall be -subject to SPARC CD review with emphasis placed on architecture, (compatibility to main dwelling) and M site plan. O 3. Separate gas and electric meters shall be installed for the proposed accessory dwelling to the specifications of the City and PG &E. U 4. 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 at time of building permit issuance. III. SCHIFFMAN MUSIC STUDIO, 100 POULTRY LANE, AP NO. 006 - 163 -05, FILE NO. 1.669(gb). 1. Consideration of EIQ. 2. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit to allow a music studio at 100 Poultry Lane. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Fred Schram - property owner - answered questions regarding,use of structure; applicant for another adjacent project (Dairyman's Feed) has gotten approval from Southern Pacific Railroad to improve road. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to adopt a mitigated negative declaration based on the following findings: COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT:Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE:Yes COMMISSIONER TARR :Yes 11 110 Findings 1. Potential significant impacts related to noise will be mitigated through the soundproofing ofthe music studio. 2. This project will not result in significant impacts related to traffic because of the low amount of traffic generated by this use and because of conditions of approval requiring the improvement of Poultry Street. 3. Potential impacts related to air from the creation of .dust by traffic accessing the site will be mitigated through the improvement of Poultry Street. 4. This project, as conditioned, is consistent with the City of Petaluma Zoning Ordinance and the General Plan. 5. No other significant environmental or land use impacts have been identified for this project. A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to approve a conditional use permit I based on the findings and subject to the amended conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER BALSHAW:,Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT:Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE :Yes COMMISSIONER TARR:Yes Findings impacts. j c mis mitigated negative ill not result in significant environmental or land use 1. This project, as conditioned will n g g declaration has been adopted. 2. This project, as conditioned, is consistent with the City of Petaluma Zoning Ordinance and the General Plana Conditions 1. This use permit shall allow the operation of a ,music production studio in 1,200 square feet of an existing ;building, at 100.Poultry Street. The operation .of the studio shall substantially conform with the applicant's attached project.. description, including the provision of sound- proofing material in construction of `thee facility. 2. The existing private access from East. Washington Street to the parking area of this site shall be:improved to a. twenty (20) foot paved private road,; subject to the review and approval of City staff. Plans shall be submitted for staff review and approval prior to :roadway improvement. Irnprovemem ofr the roadway shall occur prior to the issuance of building permits (or.electrical permits) for the studio. 'If no, building permits ,are required, roadway improvement shall occur prior to commencement of use. No maintenance of 12 111 this private road will be provided by the City. Project may proceed, even if Southern Pacific Railroad will not allow roadway improvement. 3. First floor layout and existing occupancies shall be submitted to the Chief Building Inspector as part of the building permit review for this project. Building plans shall be subject to the review and approval of the Chief Building Inspector. 4. Any necessary extension of water mains to serve this site shall be subject to Engineering Department review and approval. 5. All fire requirements shall be complied with prior to the issuance of building Co permits or the commencement of use, subject to. the approval of the Fire Marshal. M 6. Should substantive complaints be received regarding the production of noise at this Q studio, a noise study shall be prepared by a City approved licensed acoustical engineer. The noise study and its recommendations shall be subject to the review V and approval of City staff. The recommendations of, said study shall be implemented 8 deemed necessary by City staff. The cost of said study shall be funded by the studio user. 7. All outdoor mechanical equipment, satellite dishes, fire main and all rooftop equipment shall be fully visually screened upon installation subject to the approval of the Community Development Department. Screening devices shall be shown on the construction plans. 8. Any proposed exterior light fixtures shall be subject to staff review and approval. All lights attached to buildings shall provide a soft "wash" of light against the wall. All lights shall conform to City performance standards (e.g. no direct glare, no poles in excess of 20 feet height, etc.) and shall compliment building architecture. 9. There shall be no outdoor storage of materials or equipment unless screened from view to staff satisfaction. 10. Any outdoor advertising signs shall be submitted for review and approval of the Community Development Department. All .signs. must conform to the Zoning Ordinance and be compatible with the building and surroundings. 11. General cleanup of the parking area, including the provision of replacement landscaping in the planter strip along the south wall of the building, shall occur prior to the issuance of building permits. Landscaping and irri &ation shall be subject to staff approval and shall be designed to create an espalier along the south wall through vine plantings. 12. This project shall be responsible for the payment of Storm Drainage Impact fees for any additional run -off created by this project, including the surfacing of the access road. 13. This project shall conform to the Performance Standards of the City. of Petaluma Zoning Ordinance. 14. Trash enclosure screens shall be protected from vehicular movements with minimum three foot wide curbed landscape buffers, and shall be designed to conform with all specification of the City Trash Enclosure Screen Design Standards. 13 11.2 15. Prior to the issuance of building permits, if necessary, or prior to the commencement of use of the studio, a performance bond shall be posted for Condition Numbers 4, 7, 11 and 144f not already complied with. IV. ARJMAND, 45 LA CRESTA DRIVE, AP NO. 008-321-19, FILE NO. , 1.671{ikt /pt). 1. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit -to allow an accessory dwelling at 45 La Cresta Drive. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Navid Arjmand applicant -no opposition to conditions. Ursula Gardner - 35 La Cresta - It looks like this will be a rental unit, do 'CC &R's prohibit rentals? Parking concerns. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Doyle to grant a ,conditional use permit based, on the findings and subject to the amended conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER BALSHAW :Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: 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. Thee 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 Chief Building Inspector: shall be complied with, including: a. Construction plans to show: 14 113 � 1� existing and new framing 2 existing and new heating, ventilation and electrical 2. Prior to the issuance of building permits, this project shall be subject to administrative SPARC review. 3. Separate gas and electric meters shall be installed for the proposed accessory dwelling to the specifications of the City and PG &E. 4. This project shall be responsible for the payment of special development fees adopted by the Petaluma City Council for Sewer and Water Connection, School CD Facilities Development and Dwelling Construction. These shall be paid at time of G) building permit issuance. 0 5. Parking for accessory dwelling shall meet City Parking Standards of 8' width and 16' length - C) V. RIVER OAKS, BETWEEN PETALUMA BOULEVARD NORTH AND HIGHWAY 101, AP NO.'S 007 - 391 -09, 007 - 401 -10, 48- 080 -13, 48- 190 -09, FILE NO. 3.391, 8.113, 11.878(pt). 1. Commencement of review and consideration of Draft Environmental Impact Report. (Conclusion of environmental review and consideration of applications for Annexation, General . Plan Amendment, Rezoning /Prezoning, and Unit Development Plan will be at subsequent meeting). Project was presented by applicant. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Greg Wadell - Applicant representative - presented site information. Alan Ferrin - Applicant architect - described river access, enhancement. Carolyn Cole - WESCO - City -hired EIR Consultant - Described EIR; answered questions. Dennis..Cerstenv - Property owner across river from project - wants to be annexed - would like ,City water and sewer. Bill Sovef Property owner across river = wants City water and sewer services. Bob Martin - 171 Payran Street - Factory Outlet mall should not be located here; flooding concerns - increased runoff cannot be mitigated; this project should be done after Army Corps Payran Reach project. Ken Coburn - 2447 Petaluma Blvd. North - Traffic concerns; will not be able to get out of his property. Don Waxman - Eastman Lane - (does mitigation consulting professionally) - concerns regarding WESCO objectivity regarding mitigation planning; project siting questionable; does not want people from other towns to come here to shop and add to our existing problems; project is well .designed, but site is wrong. Manuel Brazil - Petaluma Livestock Auction - Concerns regarding flooding; agriculture is being pushed out of this area - what will proposed project do to his business - what will City and County do to protect his business? 15 114 The public hearing was continued to the Planning Commission meeting of May 22, 1990. PLANNING MATTERS VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS. 1. Referred from City Council: a. Treel protection. This item was briefly discussed and the following motion was made: A motion was made 'by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Tarr to recommend to the City Council the following tree preservation consulting package: COMMISSIONER BAISHAW: Yes COMMISSIONER READ: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER DOYLE: Yes CHAIRMAN BENNETT :Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE:Yes COMMISSIONER TARR:Yes 1) Inventory public lands $12,000 2) Inventory private developable lands $ 3,500 E" 3) Prepare heritage /landmark tree $ 500 registry of public trees 4) Prepare and publish planting, $ 1,500 maintenance and monitoring guidelines 5) Prepare comprehensive public $ 500 maintenance program and budget proposal 6) Prepare and publish new approved street $ 1,000 tree list 7) Contingency $ 1,000 ADJOURNMENT: 11:05 PM. min0508 / pcom5 i 16