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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.17.92 Minutes MINUTES SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Meeting of September 17, 1992 CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice-Chairman Warren, Commissioners Boblitt, DeZordo, Mantegani, Wendler and Zellmer. MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Matteucci ALSO PRESENT: Planning Division Steve Solomon Maureen K. Morton Steve Carlson Susy Kalkin Steve Padovan Dick Chiozza Ray Van Dohren Jeff Baca Ron Petrocchi Jim Fitzpatrick Assistant City Attorney Engineering Division Building Division Police Department Fire Department CHAIRMAN COMMENTS APPROVAL OF MINUTES of July 16, 1992 The minutes were continued due to a lack of quorum. Vice-Chairman Warren and Commissioners Wendler and DeZordo were not present at the July 16, 1992 Planning Commission meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AGENDAITEMS-CONSENTCALENDAR 900 Dubuque Avenue. Levitz (Corp. Property Investors. owners). UP-92-918. Negative Declaration No. 740 Motion-Boblitt/Seconded- Wendler: To continue UP-92-918 off-calendar. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. Item #2 (PM-92-293, Genentech, Inc.) was removed from the consent calendar by a request from Sarah Rockwell, Forester and Morrison. At this time, Vice-Chairman Warren opened it to the public. Page 1 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting 396 Forbes Boulevard. C. Chue. Limited Partnership. PM-92-294 Tentative Parcel Map to establish a one-lot industrial condominium subdivision for a five-unit office/warehouse condominium currently under construction in the P- I Zone District in accordance with provisions of SSFMC Title 19 and the State Map Act. Motion-Boblitt/Seconded-Wendler: To approve PM-92-294 based on the findings and subject to the conditions of approval. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. 190 East Grand Avenue. Olympian Oil Company. UP-92-916 Use Permit modifying a 1980 Use Permit to allow the addition of a natural gas pump facility at an existing fueling facility in the P-l Zone District in accordance with provisions of SSFMC Sections 20.32.030( c) and 20.91.020. Motion-Boblitt/Seconded- Wendler: To approve UP-92-916 based on the findings and subject to the conditions of approval. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. AGENDA ITEMS - PUBLIC HEARINGS 460 Pt. San Bruno Avenue. Genentech. Inc. (Pt. San Bruno Investors). PM-92-293 Tentative Parcel Map to create two parcels from three parcels in the P- I Zone District in accordance with provisions of SSFMC Title 19 and the State Map Act. Vice-Chairman Warren opened it to public hearing. The Commission waived the reading of the staff report. Commissioner DeZordo asked staff about public access along the bay shoreline. Senior Planner Carlson stated that there were existing access ways along the front bay. Commissioner DeZordo asked to see the map. Motion-Zellmer/Seconded-DeZordo: To approve PM-92-293 based on the findings and subject to the conditions of approval. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. 314 Baden Avenue. Project 90. Inc. (Dennis Jordan. owner). UP-88-824/Mod 1 Use Permit Modification to allow establishment of a 24-hour residential treatment facility in an existing office/residential building in the D-C Zone District in accordance with provisions of SSFMC Section 20.26.030(b). Planner Padovan present the September 17, 1992 staff report. Page 2 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting Applicant: Jim Stansberry Execu tive Director Project 90 720 South "B" Street San Mateo, CA 94402 Mr. Stansberry explained the reason for coming to South San Francisco and gave the Commission a brief background. He explained that at the present time they are only located in the City of San Mateo and that north county has requested this service. Mr. Stansberry stated approximately 19% of the applicants from the northern county are from South San Francisco. He said he understood the City's concerns but that their projects are well staffed and have a good track record. He stated that properties surrounding their centers do not lose their value. Mr. Stansberry thought that this site was a good location for a facility because it was zoned for residential and commercial uses. He asked that the Commission look favorably upon their application. Commissioner Wendler questioned the number of employees and whether they were licensed professionals. The applicant stated that there would be six; all staff is trained to handle this kind of service and group meetings will be taking place a minimum of twice a day; non- residents will meet three times a week. Commissioner DeZordo asked about the locations of the facilities in the City of San Mateo. The applicant answered that there were nine locations, all in San Mateo. He went on to further explain that this was a non-profit organization and that they had been in San Mateo for 20 years. In answer to Commissioner DeZordo's question regarding the operation of the center, Mr. Stansberry briefly talked about his background and stated that this program was on an ability-to-pay basis. He stated that everyone in the program came voluntarily and that approximately 30% did not complete the program. The ones that did complete the program were tracked for one year. Mr. Stansberry informed the Commission that the family groups would continue to be held in San Mateo. Commissioner DeZordo asked how an applicant was referred to Project 90. Mr. Stansberry stated that they are referred by probation judges, lawyers, wives, etc. In addition, people hear about the program from word-of-mouth. He assured Commissioner DeZordo that they did not accept applicants with a violent or psychiatric background. He said that all applicants went on a double interview just to get on a waiting list. Commissioner DeZordo asked about the certification of staff. Mr. Stansberry explained that they all go through a two-year program and complete additional accredited courses in family counseling. Mr. Stansberry further explained how an applicant is processed from the first referral through to the end of the program. Commissioner Boblitt asked about the kind of applicant they take in their program. Mr. Stansberry explained that the applicants must be free of drugs and/or alcohol for 72 hours. He stated that any violence or any threats would be reason for dismissal. Page 3 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting Commissioner Boblitt asked Sgt. Petrocchi about Project 90 and its background. He said he had made contact with the San Mateo Police Department and that they had nothing but praise and positive comments. He stated that the Police Department supported this project. Vice-Chairman Warren stated that she was very impressed with this organization. Commissioner Wendler questioned the parking and how it would be controlled. 'Commissioner Zellmer explained that the Parking Place Commission had approved an exception for 8 spaces. Planner Morton stated that she had gone to the Commission meeting for Planner Padovan and that the Commission was aware of the parking spaces needed and had no problem with the exception. Motion-Zellmer/Seconded-Mantegani: To approve UP-88-824/Mod 1 based on the findings and subject to modified conditions by adding #5 condition to the Planning Division requirements: 5. This Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission at a public hearing in six months. It was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice-Chairman Warren, Commissioners Boblitt, Mantegani and Zellmer. NOES: Commissioner DeZordo and Wendler. ABSENT: Chairman Matteucci. Vice-Chairman Warren adjourned for a 5-minute break at 8:45 P.M. The meeting was readjourned at 8:53 P.M. 1405B Huntington Avenue. Aikido Studio (Tanforan Associates. owner). UP-83-671/Mod 1 Use Permit to allow the establishment of a martial arts studio in an existing business center in the P-C Zone District in accordance with provisions of SSFMC Section 20.24.030( c). Planner Kalkin presented the September 17, 1992 staff report. Applicant: Kelly Morita 1523 Tarrytown Street San Mateo Ms. Morita, after briefly discussing the philosophy of Aikido, questioned the imposition of the Planning Division's Conditions #3 and #5 which limit the hours of operation of the studio. She suggested that rather than limit the hours now, subject to review in six months, the Commission might consider the reverse and allow the studio more liberal hours with the option of restricting them in the future should parking problems arise. Commissioner Zellmer asked for clarification as to the average class size. Ms. Morita responded that day classes had about 5 to 10 people and evening classes 25 to 30 people. The following residents spoke in favor of the project: Page 4 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting Cody Grundy 820 Circle Court SSF Paul Marchant 473 Avalon Drive SSF Dan Burdick 1165 Morningside Avenue SSF Joseph F. DeNurra, Jr. 250 Forestview Drive SSF Kit Anthony Vergara 771 Camaritas Avenue SSF Commissioner Boblitt agreed with the staff proposed condition to limit the hours of operation. She explained that the hours could be changed in the future if there were no problems. Commissioner Zellmer agreed with Commissioner Boblitt about the hours. He further stated that if the classes have between 20 and 30 people then the City has to be more conservative; see the track record first. Other than that, Commissioner Zellmer fully supported this application. Commissioner DeZordo also supported the application and welcomed their DOJO. Commissioner Wendler and Vice-Chairman Warren similarly endorsed the project. Motion-BoblittjSeconded-DeZordo: To approve UP-83-671/Mod 1 based on the findings and subject to the conditions. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. Items from Staff 45 Chestnut Avenue. Acutech Auto. UP-92-911 Commissioner Zellmer stated that he had been very vocal regarding this project at the July 18, 1992 Planning Commission meeting and went on to give a brief background of this applicant. Commissioner Zellmer supported a revocation hearing. Commissioner Boblitt said that the Commission had given them more than enough time to "get their act together". She also agreed that revocation of their Use Permit was the thing to do. Speaking against the applicant: Jim Brusco 635 Palm Avenue SSF Mr. Brusco stated that he was in the same position as this station. He said he received a notice from the City stating that he either sold gas or he would have to close the station. Mr. Brusco further stated that he had nothing against this station but that this had been going on for a long time. Page 5 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting Dick Chiozza, Assistant City Attorney, stated that he thought it was inappropriate to take testimony from Mr. Brusco if the applicant was not present. It was the consensus of the Commission to schedule a revocation hearing on Acutech Auto. Steve Solomon, Chief Planner, advised the Commission that the City had received ten proposals for the East of 101 study from $100,000 to $500,000. He said it would take approximately 15-22 months to complete. Mr. Solomon stated that the City Council had hired a law firm and economics firm for the EI Camino Corridor; Goldford and Lipman. He said staff was recommending to Council an EIR firm for the EI Camino Corridor and that it would be on the Council agenda next week. Items from Commission Commission asked Mr. Chiozzo about South City Ford and he stated that his office had received a request for prosecution a month ago but had only talked to Mr. Blum, the attorney for South City Ford, but that he would prioritize this item if the Commission so desired. Commissioner Mantegani asked about the selling of the Dean property (Terrabay). Mr. Solomon advised him that it would go to auction on November 4, 1992. Commissioner Zellmer asked about the driveway between Gellert and the Daly City property. Assistant Attorney Dick Chiozza stated that was another of his projects and it was not a priority but that he had talked to the lessees of the property on both sides. He advised the Commission about a court case involving both lessees which was thrown out of court for lack of prosecution. He said the next step would be to close the driveway and find an alternative route. Commissioner Boblitt stated that she had received an invitation from Genentech and was advised that staff has not as yet received a building permit for their earthquake structures. Commissioner Zellmer stated that the City has always adopted Genentech's priorities as the City's priorities and that Genentech has to do the same thing; the City's priorities being Genentech's priorities. Steve Solomon suggested that staff send Genentech a letter from the Commission. It was the consensus of the Commission that staff send a letter in their behalf. In answer to Bob Mantegani's concerns, Susy Kalkin, Associate Planner, informed the Commission that an application would be coming in for development of the Pay N'Pak site, the vacant lot and the Syufy Theater; to develop a prospective retail pad for the corner parcel with a lot of parking and also Syufy is requesting to add 2 more theaters. Motion-Mantegani/Seconded-Zellmer: To cancel the meeting of October 1, 1992 and to adjourn the meeting to October 15, 1992. Page 6 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting Vice-Chairman Warren adjourned the meeting at 9:45 P.M. Steve Solomon, Secretary Planning Commission City of South San Francisco Margaret Warren, Vice-Chairman Planning Commission City of South San Francisco LM:SS:ab Page 7 of 7 Pages 9/17/92 PC Meeting