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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 03/26/1991ee�� r7 e7 d© REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL MARCH 26 7:00 P.M. PETALUMA, CA COMMISSIONERS: Bennett, Libarle, Parkerson, Rahman, Tarr *, Thompson, Woolsey STAFF: Warren Salmons, Director Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner Teryl `Phillips, Assistant Planner * Chairman MINUTES OF MEETING OF MARCH 12,1991, were approved as written. 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 ish to speak their time will be allotted so that the total amount of time allocated to this ag item will be 15 minutes. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: None COMMISSIONER'S` REPORT: Chairman Tarr thanked the City for allowing several staff and Commissioners to attend the League of California Cities Planning Commissioners Conference last week. CORRESPONDENCE: None 1 APPEAL STATEMENT: Was read. 371 NOTE: Qvefstrike = deletion italics = addition NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARINGS co I. ULAND, 232 JEFFREY DRIVE, AP NO. 007-336-01, FILE NO. CUP91007akt). M 1. Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to allow an accessory dwelling of 0 412 sq. ft. U The public hearing was opened. Q SPEAKERS: None. The public hearing was closed. A motion was made by Commissioner Libarle and seconded by Commissioner Parkerson to grant a conditional use permit to allow conversion of a one -car garage to an accessory dwelling based on the findings and subject to the conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER WOOLSEY: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER BENNETT: Yes COMMISSIONER RAHMAN: Yes CHAIRMAN TARR: Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes COMMISSIONER THOMPSON: 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 Categorically Exempt under CEQA Section 15303, New Construction of Small Structures. Conditions 1. All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be complied with including: a. Show site drainage and grading topography. 2 372 b. Indicate all utilities on site plan. C. Verify utilities are adequate for building (i.e., size of water, electrical and gas service and size of sewer). d. Driveway gradient shall comply with Ordinance No. 1533/1982. e. Responsible party to sign plans. f. Provide detailed floor plan. g. Provide detail of interior construction. h. Show energy compliance (Title 24). i. Show interior electrical, mechanical and plumbing. 2. All requirements of the Fire Marshal shall be complied with, including:' a. For proposed accessory dwelling provide fire suppression system at normal stoves, furnaces �heate heaters, fireplaces specifically at clothes . dryers, kitchen of ignition. and in attic areas at vents and chimneys for these appliances and equipment. b. For ,proposed accessory dwelling, permit `required from Fire Marshal's Office for sprinkler system alteration prior to work being started. Two sets of plans are required. 3. This project 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 Occupancy. 5. A carport to serve. as one covered parking space for the principal, dwelling shall' be located between garage /proposed accessory dwelling and rear of main house. The access drive to this covered space shall be improved with grass -crete or City staff approved alternative surface. An uncovered space shall be provided directly in front of the. proposed accessory dwelling. The remainder of the concreted area in front of the proposed unit shall be removed and used as ; a planted area. The area between the grass -crete drive and the accessory unit parking space shall also be used as a planted area. project P payment p 6. This ro`ect shall be responsible for the a ent of special develo pment fees adopted by the Petaluma City Council for _Storm Drainage Impact, Sewer.and Water connection, School Facilities, Community Facilities Development and . Dwelling Construction. 3 r '""•.� "' x�ry.. .fit. :�:. ,.�.�. 41 373 I1. FANTASTIC FOODS, 1250 NORTH McDOWELL BLVD., AP NO. 137 - 011 -19 FILE NO. CUP91005(tp). 1. Consideration of EIQ. 2. Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to allow food manufacture and wholesale within an existing industrial building. The public hearing was opened. SPEAKERS: Commissioner Bennett - questions regarding parking adequacy. W Commissioner Parkerson - Parking in rear - was that to be striped for machine shop's use? Teryl Phillips - that was unclear in their use permit - there was never a finalized parking 0 site plan for that use. Commissioner Parkerson - Moving the driveway is a.good idea. U Commissioner Woolsey - Wished to discuss existing landscaping - all you see are large doors at front of building - landscaping in front should be doubled. Mark Hansen - Dividend Development Corp. - applicant representative gave history of project; proposed substantial improvements to landscaping at front of building; addition of parking; proposed abandonment of railway at rear; outside storage will be cleared in one week; study of site will be undertaken; will repaint with nicer color than existing; concerns regarding bonding requirements. Commissioner Bennett - Any problems with providing 110 parking spaces? Mark Hansen - No problems - however that many spaces should not be necessary. Director. Salmons - How soon would this masterplan be put into effect? Mark Hansen - Approximately 45 days with an architect; contractors another 15 days; total plans ready in two months; all work should be completed in six months; 120 days is not enough time. Commissioner Thompson - Bond should be required. Commissioner Rahman - (To Mr. Hansen) Do you plan to follow the requirement regarding front landscaping? Mark Hansen - Yes Commissioner Parkerson - Bond should be required. Commissioner Rahman - Will parking be sufficient if space in back is leased as offices? A motion was made by Commissioner Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Libarle to direct staff to prepare a Mitigated Negative Declaration based on the findings listed below: COMMISSIONER WOOLSEY: Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER BENNETT: Yes COMMISSIONER RAHMAN: Yes CHAIRMAN TARR: Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes COMMISSIONER THOMPSON: Yes 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 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 2 37 4 the range of a rare or endangered plant or animal or eliminate important 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 Parkerson and seconded by Commissioner Thompson to approve a Conditional Use Permit based on the findings and subject to the amended conditions listed below: COMMISSIONER WOOLSEY- Yes COMMISSIONER PARKERSON: Yes COMMISSIONER BENNETT: Yes COMMISSIONER RAHMAN: Yes CHAIRMAN TARR: Yes COMMISSIONER LIBARLE: Yes COMMISSIONER THOMPSON: Yes Fines 1. The proposed project, as conditioned, will conform to the requirements and intent of the Petaluma Zoning Ordinance. 2. The proposed project, as conditioned, will conform to the requirements and intent, goals; and policies of the Petaluma General Plan. 3. The proposed project will not constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of.the community. Conditions 1. Prior to application for SPARC review, plans shall be revised to reflect the following requirements: a. On -site parking shall be provided at the rate of one space per 500 sq.ft. of building lease area. totaling - =a-- i -�€ -I44 -- spaces- - €or -- this -,use. All parking shall be curbed and striped in accordance with City Standards. b. The McDowell. Blvd. driveway entrance serving the front loading area shall be relocated near to the south property line and reduced t&-26!: in width to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Street frontage improvements shall be extended to the south end of the property. 5 C. The front parking lot aisle shall.. be extended south to connect with the loading area to provide a continuous access loop between the two project driveways on McDowell Blvd. d. Complete SPARC application to be submitted within 75 days. 2. This project shall be subject to SPARC review with special emphasis on the following: a. Landscape screening shall be installed within the 25' front setback adjacent to the loading area located at the southwesterly portion of the building. b. Landscaping shall be provided along the north and south perimeters of the site, and adjacent to front and side building walls as feasible. C. Any areas reserved for future development shall be planted with Q groundcover sufficient to maintain an attractive and weed -free appearance. d. A separate trash enclosure shall be provided on -site for this use. 3. No outdoor storage shall be permitted and premises shall be maintained in a litter- free condition. Existing outdoor storage and debris located in the rear portion of the lot shall be removed prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for this use. 4. A sign permit shall be obtained from the Community Development Department prior to erection of any signs for this use. Existing illegal or non - conforming signs shall be brought into compliance with Zoning Ordinance Standards prior to commencement of this use. 5. A good faith cash bond or other security, su €fieiento-c- o -eosz� af- m�te�3als -� install +-for all required site and landscape improvements required for Donal and Fantastic Foods shall be posted with Community -Development Department by the project proponents prior to issuance of any: development permit for and /or occupancy and commencement of this use with completion of improvements required within 180 days from date of approval of this use permit. 6. This project shall be subject to review and approval by the California Department of Health. 7. The following requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be met prior to building permit issuance: a. Provide energy calculations for all new conditioned space. b. Indicate group occupancy, type of construction and square footage. C. Detail all new construction and show sections. d. Label all areas. 8. The following requirements of the Fire Marshal shall be met: a. . Provide fire extinguishers 2A rated ABC dry chemical type as required by the Fire Marshal. b. Extend sprinkler system to protect all areas of tenant space alterations. 375 IN 3'7 G C. Permit required from. Fire Marshal's Office for sprinkler system alteration prior to work being started. Two sets of plans are required. d. Post address at or near main entry door - minimum two inch letters. e. Storage shall be maintained a minimum of eighteen (18) inches below sprinkler heads. f. Provide key with tag indicating address and suite number for KNOX box. g. Exiting: Exit ways, exit doors shall conform to 1988 'Edition of the Uniform Fire Code and Uniform Building Code. h. No extension cords. All equipment and appliances shall be direct plug-in. i. Provide metal or flame retardant plastic waste cans. 9. The following requirement of the City Engineer shall be met: a. Adequacy of positive on -site drainage shall be verified prior to building permits. If additional drainage installations are determined. necessary ", improvements shall be provided as a requirement of the use permit.. 10. Should substantive complaints be received regarding the operation of the use and /or compliance with conditions of approval this use permit shall be brought back to the Planning Commission to in of its conditions of approval or for revocation. 11. This project shall be subject to imposition of all applicable development fees, but not limited to, water and sewer connection fees, storm drainage impact fees, and traffic impact fees. 12. Overall parking requirements for entire site to be reviewed at time of submittal of improvement plans for rear lease space. III. WESTSIDE SHELL, 421 WASHINGTON STREET, AP NO. 006-361-12 akt). 1. Consideration of EIQ` 2. Consideration of Conditional Use Permit to allow a convenience market at an existing service station. This public hearing was opened and continued to the Planning Commission meeting of April 9, 1991 per the applicant's request. ADJOURNMENT: 8 :00 PM. nzin0326 / pcmin3 1 7