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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/26/1979 MINUTES of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission TIME: 7:30 DATE: JUNE 26, 1979 PLACE: WEST ORANGE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM IvlEMBERS PRESENT: Chainnan Campredon, Vice-Chairman Mantegani, Commissioners Getz, Hoyer and Martin MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Bertucelli and Grimes ALSO PRESENT: Acting City Planner Daniel B. Christians Assistant Planner Mark A. Wheeler Planning Division Secretary Rosa Perez City Manager C. Walter Birkelo MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of the Plill1ning Commission meeting of June 12, 1979. Commu5sioner Martin moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission of June 12, 1979, be approved. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Getz and was passed by. the following roll call vote: AYES: Chainnan Campredon, Vice-Chainnan Mantegani, Commissioners Getz, Hoyer and Martin. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Bertucelli and Grimes ABSTAINED: None ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING Chainnan Campredon announced that-this meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission would be recorded on tape, and that anyone who wished to corne before the Commission to be heard is requested to corne to the front microphone so that his or her comments become part of the official record. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS General Plan Update (On-going Project) (TF#009-354)SIDE 2 Discussion and comments from the public on the proposed updated Land Use and Cir- culation Elements of the General Plan of the City of South San Francisco. - 4141 - Jrme 26, 1979 Staff presented staff report recommending to the Planning Commission: 1) Review the additional material proposed; 2) Provide additional input on these documents; 3) Direct staff to prepare a revised Draft document containing the Land Use, Circulation, Housing Elements and EIR; 4) Continue the matter to August 28, 1979, or rmtil the new Director is ap- pointed and direct staff to publish an additional public hearing notice indicating the Commission's proposed adoption of a Draft General Plan update. Staff made an outline of the Subcommittee's comments at their meeting of Jrme 19, 1979. Chairman Campredon wondered when the City Council expected the General Plan update to come to them? Staff advised City Coumcil would like to see it this Fall. Commissioner Martin noted that on the City Engineer's memorandum, Westborough Boulevard is not sho"WIl as a heavily impacted area and asked if this could be addressed as such. Commissioner Hoyer addressed his comments on the Staff's Report Discussion item No. 2 related to traffic problems and mentioned a resolution could be the Hillside Boulevard extension. The Commission and Staff continued the discussion on the updated Land Use and Circulation General Plan map. Mr. R. J. Grudzinski of Visitacion Associates (One Post, Suite 3525, San Fran- cisco, CA) presented to the Planning Commission the below listed reports: 1) San t.lateo County's General Plan of the San Bruno Mountain 2) Visitacion Rancho - Jrme 1974 3) Crocker Hills - November 1974 4) South San Francisco Feasibility Study 5) Environmental Impact Report 6) County of San Mateo Fiscal Analysis 7) Crocker Hills Recomnended Plan map 8) San Mateo Cormty/LAFCo "Sphere of Influence Report" The Commission inquired on each report and map. Mr. Grudzinski assisted in an- swering their concerns. ~rr. Grudzinski advised the Commission that all he wanted was some type of objective Visitacion Associates could follow in regards to the South Slope of San Brrmo Moun- tain and hoped that the Commission would give serious consideration to the San Mateo County's General Plan of the San Bruno Mountairl which has been their goal and objec7 tive since approval from the County of San Mateo. Staff advised that the Subcommittee for the Land Use and Circulation Elements will meet Jrme 27, 1979, at 5:30 p.m. to further discuss this matter; then the Subcom- mittee and Staff will review final draft elements and submit them to the Planning Commission at a later date. - 4142 - June 26, 1979 SA-79-55 UP-79-492 Negative Declaration No. 210 (TF#355-43l)SIDE 2 An application for a Use Permit and a Tentative Subdivision Map to construct a 27 unit condominium building and related improvements on partially developed property located at 455 El Camino Real in the "U" Unclassified Zone District. Staff presented staff report recontmending this case be continued off-calendar until the Planning Commission adopts a current policy on condominium conver- sions. NOTE: Commissioner Bertucelli 1S now present; tmle 1S 8:15 p.m. Proponent: William Botieff l336El Camino Real Millbrae, CA 94030 Mr. Botieff advised his bewilderment as to why his project is being continued off-calendar since there are no renters on his property as tIle other conversions in question. The Connnission and Staff continued with discussions as to mitiga- tions to any problems and noted this continuance is only until the condominium conversion policy is adopted. Staff noted that on July 24, 1979, the Connnission may be able to set a public hearing date for the condominilllIl conversion cases. SUBDIVISION AND PARCEL J~S PM-79-l79 Negative Declaration No. 221 (TF#432-448)SIDE 2 An application of David Arata fora Tentative Parcel Map to create 1 parcel from 4 existing on vacant property located on the east side of San Mateo Avenue oppo- site Lowrie Avenue in the M-2 Zone District. Staff presented staff report. Proponent: Mr. Harry Pariani (applicant's representative) 5 Lilac Lane South San Francisco, CA 94080 Mr. Pariani confirmed applicant's agreement with all the conditions set forth 1n the staff report. Vice-Chairman Mantegani moved that PM-79-l79 aId Negative Declaration No. 221 be approved subject to all the conditions and limitations. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was approved with a unanimous roll call vote. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS uP- 271 (MOD 1) Negative Declaration No. 218 (TF#449-634)SIDE 2 - 4143 - June 26, 1979 An application of Reverend Michael Keane for modification of original Planning Commission determination to construct a Rectory' and Parish Hall on developed property located at 3700 Callan Boulevard in the P-C Zone District. Staff presented staff report. Proponent: Reverend Michael Keane 3700 Callan Boulevard So. San Francisco, CA Richard Zlatunich (Architect) 2881 Hemlock Avenue San Jose, CA 95128 Mr. Zlatunich advised that on Special Conditions No. 3a. the word "lawn" be de- leted since they have replaced parts of the darr~ged landscaped area; No. 3b the concrete walkways were not provided on the rear doors because they are emergency exit doors ONLY; No. 3c the modifications have been arranged to make a contrast with the center plaza as is; and No. 8 the bumber stops would not enable them to use the parking lot area:as a play gronnd during CCD classes. Proponent: Mr. Eugene Varni (parishioner) 2219 Kenry Way So. San Francisco, CA 94080 Roseann Emerson (parishioner) 594 Gellert Blvd. Daly City, CA 94015 Mr. Varnie commented on all the work the parishioners have done to replace the damaged landscaped areas and advised they did r.~t wish to put lawn around this area. Ms. Emerson commented on her opposition to la~t along Callan Boulevard and Greendale Drive and noted that ice-plants would be more appropriate, and easy to maintain. After consideration of the Commission's discussion, staff recommended that Special Condition No. 3 be reworded to read: "3. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted to the Design Review Board for their review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. It shall provide for upgrading of the existing landscaping and provision for the new landscaped areas. Occupancy of the new structures will not be permitted until all necessary landscaping has been completed." Special Condition No. 3 a, b, c and d stand deleted. On Special Condition No. 8 delete "...and bumper stops added..." which would read: "8. The parking area shall be restriped in accordance with the Standard Conditions of approval." Commissioner ~1artin quoted from original Staff Report for Use Permit No. UP-27l and a letter from Mr. Bill Cotton dated January 27, 1975 which reviewed the geo- logic-seismic report for this property. Commissioner Getz moved that UP-27l QMOD 1) and Negative Declaration No. 218 be approved subject to the revised conditions and original conditions approved in April 23, 1979. Commissioner Martin seconded the motion and was passed with a unanimous roll call vote. - 4144 - June 26, 1979 UP-79-495 Categorical Exemption An application of Kanaan Jajeh for a Use Permit to establish off-sale beer and wine sales in conjunction with an existing drug and sundries store located at 391 Grand Avenue in the C-2 Zone District. (TF#635-788)SIDE 2 Staff presented staff report. Corrnnissioner Getz noted for the record he would be steping down from the podium since the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is one of his clients. Proponent: Mr. Nick Elchinoff (applicant's attorney) 1486 Huntington Avenue, Suite 200 South San Francisco, CA 94080 Mr. Elchinoff presented his protest to the recoTImendations of the staff report and noted other drug stores that have off-sale beer and wine. Officer Moran of thePoJ..ice Department advised the COImnission of the Liaison Agree- ment of the City of South San Francisco's Police Department with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The Corrnnissio~ staff and applicant discussed the matter further in regards to Down- town ABC violations and problems. After due consideration of all the facts presented, Vice-Chairman Mantegani moved that UP-79-495 be denied. Commissioner Martin seconded the motion and it was denied by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice-Chairman Mantegani, Chairman Campredon, Corrrrnissioners Bertucelli and Martin. NOES: None ABSTAINED: Commissioner Getz and Hoyer ABSENT: Conmissioner Grimes UP-79-497 Categorical Exemption (TF#789-8l9)SIDE 2 An application of Mr. George Molcilo for a Use Permit to construct an addition to the existing garage on developed property located at 2600 DW1allow Way in the P-C Zone District. Staff presented staff report. Mr. George Molcilo was present and agreed with all the conditions and limitations as set forth in the staff report. Corrnnissioner Martin moved that UP-79-497 be approved subject to all the conditions and limitations. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and was approved with a unanimous roll call vote. - 4145 - June 26, 1979 UP-79-500 Categorical Exemption (TF#820-92l)SIDE 2 An application of Anthony Guzzo for a Use Permit to conduct retail sales in con- junction with an existing auto repair facility on developed property located at 141 Hickey Boulevard in the C-l Zone District., Staff presented staff report. \ Applicant was present and noted that. his business would not be a pawnshop or any second hand dealer type business. For that reason, he would keep a detailed in- ventory record in his office and would be made available to the Police Department at any time, but he did not wish to have to submit such inventory on a daily basis. Mr. Guzzo advised there is an alarm system already installed at this location. Officer Moran of the Police Department advised that his reconnnendation No. 1 be reworded to read: "1. That a complete inventory be forwarded to the Police Department on a six (6) month basis indicating serial number, model number, make, color, and in the case of merchandise taken in over counter, a description of the individual to include - name, address, phone number and a valid California Driver's License number. This inventory record should be readily available at any time for inspection by the South San Francisco Police Dep artmen t . " Commissioner Hoyer moved that UP-79-500 be approved subject to the revised Police Department recommendations and all Special and Standard conditions and limitations. Connnissioner Bertucelli seconded the motion and it was passed with a unanimous roll call vote. RPD-79-ll Negative Declaration No. 216 (TF#922-063)SIDE 2 An application of Jorge Lee to construct a duplex on developed property located at 865 Miller Avenue in the R-2 Zone District. Staff presented the staff report. Applicant, Mrs. Margarita Villavicencio, was present and agreed with all the condi- tions except the Architect, Mr. Jorge Lee, had some questions on Special Condition No.4. Mr. Jorge Lee expressed his difficulties in working with this parcel because of its size and noted the shape of two of the garages. The Connnission, staff and Mr. Lee discussed the possibility of rearranging the stair- way that caused the problem in the garage. The Connnission unanimously concluded to continue this matter to the meeting of July 10th, 1979, so that the applicant could work out the relocation of the stairway. - 4146 - June 26, 1979 RZ-79-S9 Negative Declaration No. 222 (TF#064-333)SIDE 2 .An application of Hansen-Cole Development Company to rezone property located at 500, 512 and 514 Grand Avenue in the R-3 and C-2 Zone Districts to RPD Residen- tial Planned Development, with 41 units to an acre. Staff presented staff report and noted that RPD-4l would be the maximum that would be permitted. Vice-Chairman Mantegani recommended that this be changed to RPD-40; and the Commis- sion concurred. Proponent: Mr. Nonnan Cole 113 El Camino Real Mill brae, CA Mr. Cole advised the Commission on parking requirements ln this area. Commissioner Getz recommended that finding No.4 in the Resolution be reworded to read: "4. That all the standards of the RPD Zone shall be strictly adhered to; and additional overflow parking for the adjacent medical cli- nic shall be added in accordance with Special Condition No. 5 of UP-79-486, to assure sound site planning, landscaping, sufficient parking spaces, etc., to the satisfaction of the Planning Commis- sion." (Corrected 7/9/79 ,.~. Doctor Celestre came before the Commission and noted that there have been not parking problems at this location. Also noted his building had aIot of unusable space which would figure out to be 22 parking spaces required instead of 32 as per square feet of usable space. Mr. Ernest Galiotti, private resident, came before the Commission and expressed his desire to see.this project go through for the beautification of Downtown area. The Commission, staff and applicant discussed the relocation of the tenant at the present location if project should go through. They also mentioned the historical value of the Kaufman House. After due consideration of all the facts presented, Commissioner Bertucelli mo- tioned that RZ-79-59 and Negative Declaration No. 222 be approved subject to all the conditions and limitations as revised, and be forwarded to City Council for adoption. Commissioner Martin seconded the motioIl and was passed with a unanimous roll call vote. REPORTS (TF#334-339)SIDE 2 Staff advised that the Condominium Conversion Subcommittee would be meeting on June 27, 1979, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Hall. GOOD WELFARE (TF#340-42l)SIDE 2 Mr. Elmore James, 640 Commercial Ave., SSF, expressed his concerns on building violations. The Commission advised that he contact the City Attorney. - 4147 - June 26, 1979 Vice-Chairman Mantegani expressed his concerns on the Stonegate Ridge landscaping on Chestnut Avenue. Staff made a note of the problem and would look into this matter. There being nother of Communications and nother further for Good and Welfare, Chairman Campredon announced that the next regular meeting of the Planning Com- mission would be held on July 10, 1979, at 7:30 p.m. in the West Orange Library Auditoriwn. The meeting was adjourned at 11:45 p.m. (TF# 422)SIDE 2 Daniel B. Christians, Acting Secretary to the Planning Commission of the City of South San Francisco Marcel Campredon, Chairman Planning Commission of the City of South San Francisco NOTE: The entries of this Planning Commission meeting indicated the action taken to dispose of each item. Oral presentations, argwnents, and doclUIlents are recorded on tape. The tapes are available in the Office of the City Planner and are available for public discussion. - 4148 -