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PETALUMA PLANNING COMMISSION June 13, 1989
REGULAR MEETING Tuesday, 7 :00 p.m.
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL PETALUMA, CALIF.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL
COMMISSIONERS: Bennett, Cavanagh, Doyle, Read, Tarr
COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Libarle, Parkerson*
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ST Ilk 1111 Warren Salmons., Director
Pamela Tuft, Principal Planner
Jenny Cavanagh, Assistant Planner
Teryl Lister, Assistant Planner
* Chairman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of May 22, 1989 and May 23, 1989 were
approved as submitted.
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. 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 Letters regarding second unit on Kathleen Way;
Prezori-ing of Corona /Ely (reviewed briefly by Commission) .
DIRECTOR'S. REPORT Council feedback regarding Paula Lane area for
possible amendment, APA Award (Housing Program) .
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT None.
READING OF APPEAL RIGHTS Within fourteen (14) calendar days
following the date of a decision of the Planning Commission, the decision
may be appealed to the City Council by the applicant or by any other
interested party. If no appeal is made within that time, the decision shall
be final. An appeal shall be addressed to the '_Council in writing and shall
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be filed with the City Clerk. The appeal shall state specifically the
grounds for the appeal and the relief sought by the applicant.
OLD BUSINESS. - CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS
I. CHEVRON CONVENIENCE MARKET, 2 PETALUMA BLVD. SOUTH, AP
NO. 008- 063 -08, 09, 11, (File 1.611) .
1. Continued consideration of Mitigated Negative Declaration.
2. Continued consideration of Conditional Use Permit. to allow
conversion of existing_ service station to include convenience
market.
The continued public hearing was opened:
SPEAKERS:
Police Chief DeWitt - Spoke regarding alcohol violations in downtown
Petaluma - Police Department does not support approval of any more off -site
alcohol sales downtown; Jim Schultz Wain Street Association) contacted
Police recently regarding broken windows which he felt were
alcohol - related. Very strongly opposed to off -site alcohol sale's at this
location.
Jeff Adams - Applicant representative - Designer's Collective; Feels
condition No. 1 violates certain sections of California State Code.
Teryl Lister - City Attorney agrees with staff and does not feel State Code
pertai.s to this project.
Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Tarr- - This is an expansion of a non - conforming use - this
should include a use permit for the whole gas station - not just the
convenience market conversion.
Commissioner Read Will applicant pursue this use permit with conditions as
written?
The public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Read and' seconded by Commissioner
Doyle to issue a mitigated negative declaration based on the findings listed
below:
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMTS'SIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
BENNETT - Yes
CAVANAGH - Yes
DOYLE - Yes
LIBARLE - Absent
PARKERSON * - Absent
READ - Yes
TARR - No
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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
t o 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. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have the potential to
T achieve short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term, environmental
goals.
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3. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have impacts which
are individually limited, but cumulatively considerable.
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4. The project, as conditionally approved, does not have environmental
effects �ffects which will cause substantial adverse effects on human beings,
either directly or indirectly.
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5. The project is consistent with and further promotes the objectives,
goals, and policies of the General Plan.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Read and seconded by Commissioner
Doyle `to approve a conditional use permit based on - the findings and subject
to the amended conditions listed below:
COMMISSIONER BENNETT - Yes
COMMISSIONER CAVANAGH - No, because of Condition #1
COMMISSIONER DOYLE - Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE - Absent
COMM , ISSIONER PARKERSON* - Absent
COMMISSIONER READ - Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR - No, because of Finding #1
Findin
1. The proposed 24-hour convenience market use, as conditioned, will
conform to the requirement's and intent of the Petaluma Zoning
Ordinance.
2. The proposed 24-hour convenience market use., as conditioned, will
conform to the requirements and intent, goals, and policies of the
Petaluma Generale Plan.
3. The proposed 24-hour convenience market use, as conditioned, will not
constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public welfare of the
,community.
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4. The proposed 24-hour convenience market use, as conditioned, will not
cause traffic hazards or undue traffic congestion.
5. The proposed 24 =hour convenience market use, as conditioned, will not
contribute to the potential for alcohol - related incidents adverse to
public enjoyment of Center Park.
6. Based `upon Police- -tee_- r s the testimony presented by Police
Department staff, and' supported by incident reports maintained by the
Police Department the sale of alcoholic beverages would contribute to
the potential for alcohol - related adverse impacts already experienced in
the downtown area and which cannot be adequately mitigated by means_
other than _prohibition of such sales
Conditions
1. No sales of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted.
2. The proposed site plan shall be revised prior to SPARC :review to
reflect modification of the driveway nearest the intersection on
Petaluma Blvd. South to allow right- turn -in movement only', subject to
Engineering staff approval.
3. Application for lot merger shall be made to merge the three:: existing,
parcels comprising the project site prior to issuance of building .
permits for the proposed remodel.
4. The proposed project shall be subject to SPARC review and approval
with special emphasis on the following:
a. review of proposed- alterations to the building. exterior to ensure
architectural compatibility with the character of the downtown
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b. review of proposed site improvements to ensure pedestrian and
traffic safety, particularly during evening hours.
C. review of plans for needed landscape improvements to promote site
enhancement and screening of the trash enclosure area.
d. review of existing and proposed signage for compliance with
Zoning Ordinance Standards.
5. There shall be no storage or sale of vehicles on the site; no outdoor
auto repair or storage or display of tires, motor oil or other products
related to the business and no parking lot vendors (i.e. no sales of
"laser art", velvet paintings,, tools, pottery,; etc.) .
6. The service station /convenience market shall conform with Zoning
Ordinance Article 22. ("Performance Standards; inc. Noise; Vibration;
Odors; Glare; Fire and Explosion Hazards; Heat; Electrical..
Disturbances; Smoke.,, Fumes, Gases, Dust; Wastes ") and Section
21 -403 et al ( "'Special Standards for Gasoline Service Stations").
7. 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 objectionable operating characteristics.
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At such times, the Commission
add /modify conditions of approval.
may repeal the use permit or
8. No portable or movable display racks shall be permitted on the exterior
II. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS.
1,. Continued consideration of EIQ.
2;. Continued consideration of General Plan Amendment changing land
use designation from Public and Institutional to Urban Standard
Residential (up to 5 du /ac) on 1.4 acres of property located at
rear of Veteran's Memorial building, AP No. 008 - 471 -06 (File No.
8.105C).
The continued public hearing was commenced:
SPEAKERS:
Robert Harvey - County General Services Department - No plans for
expanded County services here; Director of Reg ional Parks stated money
will be used for repair of Veteran's Building in Pealuma.
Mike. Jones - 89 Mission Drive - Funds already dispersed for repairs - has
petition against density.
Ann Jones - 89 Mission Drive - Considerable amount of noise from Veteran's
Building - lot is open and cars use it for racing after hours.
Wayne, Anderson - 16 Mission Drive - Lifetime resident of Petaluma, wants
to retain this lot as open space; too much traffic in area already; may be
low income housing - good idea, but wrong place for it; broken bottles and
cars always in parking lot; member of Veteran's; land should be put in
landbank for future use.
Mike 'Jones - 89 Mission Drive - bowling alley not that close, Veterans
Building has more of an impact to this site.
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The project proponent shall regularly maintain the premises to ensure
that an accumulation of trash, litter or debris does not occur on -site.
In addition, the proponent shall be responsible for removal of any
litter deposited on the adjoining properties resulting from inappropriate
management of the proposed business.
10.
There shall be no indoor or outdoor seating provided for the on -site
consumption of food or alcohol.
11.
On- street parking along the B Street and Petaluma Blvd. So. street
frontages shall be removed as required by City Engineering staff.
12.
All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector and the Fire Marshal
shall be met prior to issuance of building permits.
II. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS.
1,. Continued consideration of EIQ.
2;. Continued consideration of General Plan Amendment changing land
use designation from Public and Institutional to Urban Standard
Residential (up to 5 du /ac) on 1.4 acres of property located at
rear of Veteran's Memorial building, AP No. 008 - 471 -06 (File No.
8.105C).
The continued public hearing was commenced:
SPEAKERS:
Robert Harvey - County General Services Department - No plans for
expanded County services here; Director of Reg ional Parks stated money
will be used for repair of Veteran's Building in Pealuma.
Mike. Jones - 89 Mission Drive - Funds already dispersed for repairs - has
petition against density.
Ann Jones - 89 Mission Drive - Considerable amount of noise from Veteran's
Building - lot is open and cars use it for racing after hours.
Wayne, Anderson - 16 Mission Drive - Lifetime resident of Petaluma, wants
to retain this lot as open space; too much traffic in area already; may be
low income housing - good idea, but wrong place for it; broken bottles and
cars always in parking lot; member of Veteran's; land should be put in
landbank for future use.
Mike 'Jones - 89 Mission Drive - bowling alley not that close, Veterans
Building has more of an impact to this site.
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Steve Crook - 65 Mission Drive - Should be a park; impacts on
neighborhood due to noise from. Veteran's Building - noise is more than
'bowling alley - houses should not be built; would County have as much
liability as bowling alley?
Jeanette Ramacciotti -Cozza - 73 Mission. Drive - No open space for. children
now; no other parks in area: City should buy this property.
Bob Harvey - Sonoma County - County required tc offer surplus land to
entities - Sonoma County Community Development Commission has expressed
interest in the property; ('Burbank Housing would like to develop)
Mike McInnis - 49 Mission Drive too. many homes in area already.
Commissioner
Discussion
Commissioner
Read
- Needs clarification that proceeds
will be applied to
Petaluma Veteran's
Building.
Commissioner
Doyle
- Would like Supervisor Harberson
contacted regarding
this problem.
Commissioner
Tarr
- Would like to see another land use
designation:.
Commissioner Doyle - Can Commission write a letter to Supervisor
requesting park lands dedication, etc.?
Warren Salmons to meet with neighborhood and County representatives.
The public hearing was closed.
This item was continued to the Planning Commission meeting of July 25th.
NEW BUSINESS - PU.BLIC HEARINGS
III. CITY OF PETALUMA, CORONA/ ELY' SPECIFIC PLAN AREA PREZONING.
(File No. 3.394) .
1. Consideration of pr:ezoning of various properties in the
Corona /Ely Specific Plan Area prior to proceedings to annex those .
properties to the City of Petaluma.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS:
Duane Ballinger - 464 Ely Road - Waugh School District Representative -
Availability of school facilities in question; school. sites should be moved.
The public hearing was closed.
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A motion was made by Commissioner Read and seconded by Commissioner
Cavanagh to recommend to the. City Council adoption of the prezoning
designations as described below:
COMMISSIONER
BENNETT - Yes
COMMISSIONER
CAVANAGH - Yes
COMMISSIONER
DOYLE - Yes
COMMISSIONER
LIBARLE - Absent
COMMISSIONER
PARKERSON* - Absent
COMMISSIONER
READ - Yes
COMMISSIONER
TARR - Yes
To Planned Community
District (PCD)
APN 136-120-11
Church of Christ
136- 120 -9,10 Bank of San Francisco
136-120-5,18,22,23 Cader
136- 120 -21
Quaker Hill Dev.
136 - 120 -24
Swan
136- 120 -25
1st Baptist Church
136- 120 -15
Sonoma Associates
136- 120 -01
Santa Rosa Jr. College
137- 060 -01
Bollinger
137- 060 -19
McBail
137- 070 - 6,7,8,10,11 Grey
To Agricultural (AG)
136-080-1,7 McDowell
137- 060 -9 Colabianchi
137 - 060 -10 Vossen
137- 060 -11 Collins
137- 060 -12 Corona Club
137- 060 -13 Brody
To Industrial (M -L)
048 - 080 -01 Lorenz
137 - 060 -23 Gow
137- 060 -024 Seiffert
In support of its recommendation, the Planning Commission makes the
following findings:
1. The prezoning is not detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare because it will permit development to occur upon annexation in
an orderly and logical manner consistent with the Corona /Ely Specific
Plan and the Petaluma General Plan.
2. the proposed prezoning is in accordance with the land use
recommendations of the Corona /Ely Specific Plan.
3. The prezoning will facilitate the completion of needed public
improvements - particularly the creation of Sonoma Mountain Parkway
and associated improvements - in a comprehensive, rather than
incremental, fashion.
IV. FRED SHOTWELL, AUTO BODY SHOP, 213 CINNABAR ROAD, AP NO.
0.19- 020 -20 (File 1.634).
1. Consideration of EIQ..
2. Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to allow an auto body
shop in an existing building.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS: None
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The public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner .Tarr and seconded by Commissioner
Doyle to issue a mitigated. negative declaration based on the findings listed
below:
COMMIS'STONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
Findings
BENNETT Yes
CAVANAGH - Yes
DOYLE - Yes
LIBA.RLE - Absent
PARKERSON* - Absent
READ Yes
T.ARR - Yes
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 level's,, 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 numb_ er
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. 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
Cavanagh to .grant a conditional use permit based on the findings and
subject to the conditions listed below:
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
BENNETT - Yes
CAVANAGH - Yes
DOY.LE Yes
LIBARLE - Absent
PARKERSON* Absent
READ' - Yes
TARR - Yes
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4. All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector, Fire Marshall and
City Engineer shall be met prior to commencement of use including
specifications for paint spray booths and /or rooms, exterior walls and
openings.
5. Plans for disposal of hazardous waste materials shall be subject to
review and approval of EOS and sewer use discharge permit must be
obtained, prior to commencement of use.
6. The following site improvements shall. be completed prior to
commencement of use, subject to staff review and approval:
a,. Fencing shall be repaired.
b':. Exterior of building shall be repainted where needed.
c,. Debris shall be cleaned-up.
d. All dead landscaping shall be removed. Existing landscaping
areas shall be upgraded subject to staff approval,. Uprooted tree
in front of building shall be replaced with one 15 gallon in size
and double staked. Shrubs shall be a minimum of 5 gallon in
size. All planting shall be maintained in good growing condition
and required City approved automatic drip irrigation systems shall
be fully maintained.
e;. A sound reduction enclosure shall be constructed for
compressors, generators and other noise generating equipment.
f The existing larger- add -on shed structure along the east
elevation of the building shall be removed.
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Findings
1.
The proposed use, subject to the conditions of approval, conforms to
the intent and requirement of the Zoning Ordinance and the General
Plan.
2.
The proposed use will not constitute a nuisance nor be detrimental to
the public welfare of the community due to the conditions of approval.
Conditions
1.
Hours of operation shall be limited to within the hours of 7 AM to 6 PM
Monday through Friday, with no noise generation activity being
conducted after 6 PM or on Saturday or Sunday.
2.
The roll -up door on the west elevation shall be relocated to the east
elevation, prior to commencement of use, subject to staff review and
approval.
3.
No backing out of vehicles onto Cinnabar Lane shall be permitted.
Adequate turn - around space shall be provided to allow forward
movement onto the public street.
4. All requirements of the Chief Building Inspector, Fire Marshall and
City Engineer shall be met prior to commencement of use including
specifications for paint spray booths and /or rooms, exterior walls and
openings.
5. Plans for disposal of hazardous waste materials shall be subject to
review and approval of EOS and sewer use discharge permit must be
obtained, prior to commencement of use.
6. The following site improvements shall. be completed prior to
commencement of use, subject to staff review and approval:
a,. Fencing shall be repaired.
b':. Exterior of building shall be repainted where needed.
c,. Debris shall be cleaned-up.
d. All dead landscaping shall be removed. Existing landscaping
areas shall be upgraded subject to staff approval,. Uprooted tree
in front of building shall be replaced with one 15 gallon in size
and double staked. Shrubs shall be a minimum of 5 gallon in
size. All planting shall be maintained in good growing condition
and required City approved automatic drip irrigation systems shall
be fully maintained.
e;. A sound reduction enclosure shall be constructed for
compressors, generators and other noise generating equipment.
f The existing larger- add -on shed structure along the east
elevation of the building shall be removed.
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g. Parking lot shall be restriped to maximize number of spaces.
7. All activities conducted on the site shall, comply with Zoning Ordinance
,and. Municipal Code performance standards (noise., dust;, odor, etc.) .
In particular, any noise ° disturbance created by the auto body shop
will be required to be adequately mitigated through the City noise
performance standards.
8. Any proposed alterations to the exterior' of the building shall be
subject to administrative SPARC review.
9. No. storage of machinery, parts, equipment, debris, etc.. shall take
place outdoors unless adequately screened to staff approval.
10. All trash containers shall be stored either indoors or behind the
building at the south end within an appropriate enclosed area and out
of public view.
11. Any damaged vehicles awaiting repair shall be stored indoors and out
of public view. All work shall take place indoors. No repair work,
dismantling, or servicing of vehicles, shall take place outdoors or in
the public right -of -way.
12. Any future signs shall conform to the Zoning Ordinance Standards,
and shall be compatible with the building architecture. Plans shall b
be submitted for staff review prior to issuance of a sign permit.
13. This use permit may be recalled to the Planning Commission for review
at any time due to complaints regarding, noise generation or other
objectionable operating character:istics,. At such time the Commission
may add and /or modify conditions of approval.
V. JOHN FORD, 1221 KATHLEEN WAY, AP NO. 150 - 030 -30 (File No.
1.629.
1. Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit to legalize an existing
accessory dwelling unit.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS
Jim Reich,art - 1211 Kathleen Way - Problems with traffic /parking; on -site
parking has been increased.
Fred Ploured - 1224 Kathleen Way - Traffic /parking problems at end of
street; very many renters (10 at some times); wants to keep single- family
residential street.
Scott Waterman - Traffic problems in area - too many renters, - unsafe for
children to play in front yards.
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Monica' Hernandez 1.216 Kathleen
- too much traffic, speeders.
Way - At least 14 children on this block
Mark Lochern - Amount of traffic is too much; speeding or
constant; strongly opposed to legalization of second unit.
Sandy_ ! McMinn - 1204 Kathleen Way Number of renters is
speeding too often on street; unsafe for children.
this street is
much too high;
John Ford - Applicant - has had as many as four roommates and sister
living an second unit; second story addition construction took longer than
anticipated; apologized to -neighbors for inconvenience.
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Commissioner Discussion
Commissioner Tarr -Will vote for denial of use permit.
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The public hearing was closed..
A motion was made by Commissioner Tarr and seconded by Commissioner
Doyle to deny a conditional use permit based on the finding listed below:
COMMItSSIONER BENNETT - No (because this will not solve problem)
COMMISSIONER CAVANAGH - Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE - Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE Absent
COMMI'SSIONE'R PARKERSON* - Absent
COMMISSIONER READ - Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR Yes
Fin dings :
1. The project may constitute a nuisance or be detrimental to the public
welfare of those living in the neighborhood.
VI. N ILTON FORMAN, KEOKUK HEIGHTS, 801 KEOKUK STREET, AP NO.
006 - 021 -04 (File No. 6.938).
1. Consideration of EIQ.
2. Consideration of a subdivision ordinance modification to allow two
contiguous "flag" access strips in excess of 125 feet in depth.
3 Consideration of a tentative map to allow a 7 -lot single - family
residential subdivision.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS:
Bonnie; Mogel - Engineer for applicant - Expensive public improvements for
this p:`roject;; improvements along Cherry Street could be done to minimize
removal of oak trees; problems with grading: SPARC review at several
stages; is proposed.
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Jane Ganini - 50.1 Cherry Street - Does not want oak trees to disappear;
does not want any more traffic on Cherry Street; should have an entrance
on Keokuk.
Diane Canada - 422 Cherry Street - Owns. adjacent property_ open creek
on her property; has horses;. what will happen to flooding?
Bonnie Mogel - Answers questions regarding drainage; SCWA has final
approval.
Vivian Coper - 411 Cherry Street - does not want oak trees to be
removed; too much traffic already.
Commissioner Discussion
Commissioner Tarr Improvements along Cherry Street should be deferred.
The public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cavanagh and seconded by
Commissioner Read to recommend to the City Council finding for a mitigated
negative declaration based on the findings listed below:
COMMISSIONER BENNETT - Yes
COMMISSIONER C'AVANAGH - Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE - Yes
C "OMMISSION:ER LIBARLE Absent
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON* - Absent
COMMISSIONER READ - Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR - 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' 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. 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.
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5. Any impacts related to the potential archaeological sensitivity of the
site are mitigated through conditions of approval.
6. Impacts .related to the proposed removal of significant heritage oak
trees are mitigated through the conditions of approval.
7. The traffic impact of this 7 -unit subdivision will be small relative to
the current usage of the existing road network, and the anticipated
impacts of the subdivision will be mitigated through conditions of
approval requiring street improvements.
8. The potential adverse ` drainage impacts of the project are adequately
mitigated through conditions of approval.
A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner
Tarr to recommend to . the City Council .approval of the Subdivision
Ordinance Modification based on the three findings listed below:
COMMISSIONER BENNETT - Yes
COMMISSIONER CAVANAGH - Yes
COMMISSIONER DOYLE - Yes
COMMISSIONER LIBARLE - Absent
COMMISSIONER PARKERSON* - Absent
COMMISSIONER READ - Yes
COMMISSIONER TARR - Yes
Findirig s :
1. That there are special circumstances or conditions
this property.
(lot depth) affecting
2. That the modification is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment
of a substantial property right.
3. That the granting of the modification will not be detrimental to the
public welfare or safety, or injurious to other property in the
territory in which said property is situated.
A motion was made by Commissioner Doyle and seconded by Commissioner
Tarr to recommend to the City Council conditional approval of the tentative
subdivision map based on the findings and subject to the amended
conditions listed below:
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMIISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
BENNETT - Yes
CAVANAGH - Yes
DOYLE - Yes
LIBARLE - Absent
PARKERSON* - Absent
READ - Yes
TARR - Yes
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Findings
1. The proposed subdivision, together with provisions for its design and
improvement, is consistent with the General. Plan.
2. The proposed subdivision is compatible with the objectives, policies,
general land uses and programs specified in said General Plan,.
3. The site is physically suitable for the type of development :proposed.
4. The site is physically suitable for the proposed density of
development.
5. The tentative map as conditioned provides reasonable public access on
a public road to the proposed lots.
6. The proposed map, subject to the following conditions, complies with
the requirements of the Municipal Code, Chapter 20.16 and the
Subdivision Map Act.
7. The design of the subdivision and the proposed improvements as
conditionally approved will not cause substantial environmental damage,
and no substantial or avoidable injury will occur to fish or wildlife or
their habitat.
8. The design of the subdivision and the type of improvements will
not
cause serious public health problems.
Conditions
1. Prior to submission of an application for SPARC review of
the
subdivision street and landscape improvements, an. inventory of
the
existing significant trees on -site shall be made by a qualified arborist.
The arborist!s report shall include an assessment of the health
and
vigor of the trees, recommendations for retention or _ removal,
and
anticipated impacts of the. proposed project. Selection of arborist
and
scope of work shall be to staff approval at applicant's expense.
In
addition, the project applicant shall work with City staff and
the
arborist to determine feasibility of reconfiguring the proposed Cherry
Street right -of -way improvements in order to preserve the existing
two
36" oaks. Ultimate determination regarding feasibility shall r "est
with
staff. It is recommended :that improvements to Cherry Street be
put
off until improvements are needed. Bonding to cover future
improvements shall be reauired.
2. Plans submitted at application for review shall reflect
amendments resulting from efforts described under Condition 1, in
addition to the following:
a. Access for Lots 6 and 7 shall be shown from the proposed private
drive.
b. All trees proposed for removal shall be clearly identified.
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c: Subdivision landscape plans shall include provisions for screen
plantings along the northerly perimeter of the site as needed to
protect the privacy of the residents of Lots 5 and 7.
d Subdivision landscape plans shall include street trees placed no
more than 25' on center along the Keokuk Street frontage and as
feasible along the Cherry Street frontage. Clarification of the
proposed species shall also be made on the map.
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e Perimeter subdivision fencing design and location shall be detailed
on the landscape plan.. Subdivider shall be responsible for
installation of required fencing prior to development of the first
lot.
3. Installation of the full driveway improvements along both "flags" of the
proposed common access shall coincide with development of the first lot
proposed to be serviced by it.
4. The property owner shall execute a . recorded easement providing for
cross- access and maintenance of the proposed common private drive.
5. Temporary protective fencing shall be erected at the drip lines of all
on -site trees to be preserved and all trees on neighboring property in
close proximity to construction activities. The fencing shall be erected
prior to any rough grading activity and shall be subject to staff
inspection prior to issuance of a grading permit.
6. IYevelopment of individual lots within the subdivision shall be subject
to administrative SPARC review for the following:
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a Preservation of existing significant trees including native oaks
where possible.
b!. Appropriate site and architectural design and placement of
interior fencing and landscape elements to ensure privacy, solar
access, and security for neighboring residents.
C. Proposed grading where necessary to provide proper site
drainage, and to ensure compatibility of the building foundation
with finished grade.
d,. Appropriate driveway location and design to ensure proper
visibility at street intersections.
7. The following requirements of the Chief Building Inspector shall be met
prior to issuance of development permits:
a. Demolition permit(s) is required for removal of existing buildings.
b;. Where ground slopes greater than 1 on 10, foundations shall be
stepped per UBC 2907(c) .
c: Soils with expansion index greater than 20 require special design
foundation per UBC 2904(h).
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8. Compliance with the ''following requirements shall be subject to the
specifications of the City Engineer:
a. The developer shall comply with the amended Petaluma. Municipal
Code Sections 20.36.010 and 20.3,6.020 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 . Storm drainage improvement proposed by this development shall
conform to S.. C . W . A . requirements and master drainage plan.
C. This development shall be required to contribute a proportionate
share of cost of the proposed S . C . W'. A . Master Drainage Plan
improvement for the Cherry-Magnolia Drainage System.
Contribution.., determined by the developer's engineer to the
satisfaction of the City Engineer, shall be based on a ratio of
runoff from site to runoff from the watershed.
d.. Water service to thin development is proposed from existing Zone
2 water mains in Cherry and Keokuk Streets. The developer's
engineer shall determine the need' for individual lot pressure
reducing valves. If 'these regulators are required,, they shall be
incorporated into the improvement plans.
e. All publicly owned and maintained sanitary sewer mains located in
private property shall be contained in its own exclusive :10' paved
public easement or shall be constructed of ductile iron pipe.
f. All publicly owned and, maintained storm drains located on private
property shall be contained within an exclusive 10' public
easement.
g.. Lots 6 and 7 shall access off the private road rather than Keokuk
Street.
9. The following requirement of the Fire Marshal shall be met prior to
issuance of building permits:
a. All roof covering materials installed on roof and/or- exterior walls
shall have a minimum Class "B" flame spread rating.
10. The. project sponsor shall execute a binding agreement which shall
stipulate that upon close of escrow of each residential dwelling unit in
Keokuk Heights, 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 estab.lisles 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 be either $150..00 per trip end or the Major Facilities Traffic
Mitigation Fee, whichever is .less on a per unit basis.
11. This project shall participate in any future assessment districts or
other funding mechanisms formed to improve areawide flooding or other
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sub- regional problems for which development of this project is found to
be a contribution factor. Major Capital Facilities Fees if found to be
different from said funding mechanism, shall also be applicable in an
amount to be determined by the City Council prior to Final Map
approval, payable at time of Final Map or pursuant to adopted
regulations.
12. Public utility access and easement locations shall be subject to approval
by PG &E, Pacific Bell, and other applicable utility and service
companies and the City Engineer and shall be shown on the Final Map
as necessary. Any other requirements of PG &E (as specified in letter
on file with the Planning Department) shall be complied with.
13. Construction activities shall comply with applicable Zoning Ordinance
and Municipal Code performance standards (noise, dust, odor, etc.) .
14. In the event that archaeological remains are encountered during
g.rading., the work :shall be halted and a qualified archaeologist shall be
consulted for evaluation of the artifacts and to recommend future
action. The local Indian community shall also be notified and consulted
in the event any archaeological remains are uncovered.
15. The following Special . Development Fees shall be applicable to this
project: Sewer and Water Connection, Community Facilities, Park and
Recreation Land Improvement, and School Facilities.
16. Applicant shall be responsible for compliance with General Plan
requirements regarding provision of affordable housing. Option for
dompliance must be established through an agreement with the City
prior to approval of Final Map.
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VII. SONOMA SUMMIT VENTURES, VICTORIA SUBDIVISION (FORMERLY
KNOWN AS SONOMA 'HIGHLANDS) (File 3.304B). ,
1. Consideration of amendments to two previous conditions of
approval requiring, SPARC review of all custom homes to permit
administrative design review by City staff, and addressing
specific park improvements to County parklands to defer
improvement design to County Parks staff.
The public hearing was opened.
SPEAKERS: None.
The public hearing was closed.
A motion was made by Commissioner Cavanagh and seconded by
Commissioner Read to recommend to the City Council approval of the
proposed amendments amending Resolution No. 86 -151 as described below:
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COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMISSIONER
COMMIS'SIONER
COMMISSIONER
BENNETT - Yes
CAVANAGH - Yes
DOYLE - 'Yes
LIBARLE - Absent.
PARKERSON:* Absent
READ - Yes
TARR - Yes
1. All custom homes shall be subject to administrative SPARC review.
2. The developer shall install at time of development of Oxford Court
(formerly Brewster Court) all `improvements within the 42± acres of
parkland dedicated to the County of Sonoma deemed appropriate by the
Sonoma County Regional ,Parks Department as set forth in written
communication to the City of Petaluma dated June 6, 1989.
VIII. CITY OF PETALUMA, ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT AMENDMENTS
( Continued from 4/25/89 meeting.) , ( File 7.119).
1. Consideration of text amendments for modification to the
requirements on accessory dwellings; establishing pre- existing
uses at the time of annexation as permitted uses . in the
Agricultural' (AG) Zoning District, and 'requiring a conditional use
permit for an expansion of those uses; and modifying the formula
for calculating on -site sign area 'for _shopping centers.
The public :,hearing was opened and continued to the Planning Commission
meeting of June 27th..
ADJOURNMENT: 10:45 PM.
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