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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02.06.97 Minutes MINUTES SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO PLANNING COMMISSION February 6, 1997 CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Romero, Vice-Chairman Padreddii, Commissioners Barnett, Sim, Teglia, and Baldocchi MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Masuda ALSO PRESENT: E. & C. D. Director: Planning Division: Senior Plamler Act. Secretary II Assist. City Attorney City Engineer Police Department: Marty Van Duyn Susy Kalkin Rosa Perez Wayne Snodgrass Arthur Wong Sgt. Ron Petrocchi CHAIRMAN COMMENTS APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion-Barnett/Second-Padreddii to approve November 7, 1996 Planning Commission minutes and November 21, 1996 were continued to next Ineeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS PRESENTATIONS Resolution Commending Mar2aret Warren Resolution for her service to the City of South San Francisco Planning Commission. Chairman Romero read commendation into the record and presented Resolution. Margaret Warren thanked the present and past Commissions and Staff for their assistance through the years. Resolution Commendin~ John Lucchesi Resolution for his service to the City of South San Francisco Planning Commission. Chairman Romero read commendation into the record and presented Resolution. John Lucchesi specially thanked Margaret Warren, present and past Commissions and Staff for their assistance. Resolution Commendin2 Michael DeZordo Resolution for his service to the City of South San Francisco Planning Commission. Commissioner DeZordo was unavailable to be present to receive Resolution, it would be mailed to his residence. Motion-Romero/Second-Barnett: Motion to approve the Commendation Resolutions, they were unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING - AGENDA ITEM 415 Grand Avenue, Grand Avenue Ballroom/Lewis & Krauel, Applicant, Joseph P. Ferem, Owner's Agent: UP-88-837/Mod 1; Categorical Exemption Class 1, Section 15301 Use Permit modification to allow a Ballroom dance studio (Commercial Recreation: Indoor Entertainment) in the D-C Planned Commercial Zone District in accordance with SSFMC 20.26.030(c) Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Senior Planner Kalkin presented staff report. Parking exemption was given when building was built, but since parking is a potential concern a condition has been added limiting starting hours to 6: 00 p. m. and recommending that the patrons be encouraged to use public parking lots. Representing the owner of building: Joe Ferm 415 Grand Avenue, SSF Mr. Ferm spoke in favor of the dance studio, noting its good reputation at the present location in Redwood City and noting they do not serve alcohol. Chairman Romero closed the public hearing. Commissioner Sim asked for clarification of the dance area and the method of noticing students where they should park. The applicant clarified the dance area and agreed that flyers would be given at registration. Motion-SimlSecond- Teglia: Motion to approve UP-88-837/Mod 1 based on the findings and subject to the conditions of approval. It was unanimously approved by voice vote. 73 Camaritas Avenue, Ongpin Noodle House, Applicant; Julio Donati, Owner UP-96-119; Cate~orical Exemption Class 1, Section 15301 Use Permit to allow an existing restaurant to operate between midnight and 4:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday in the C-l Retail Commercial Zone District in accordance with SSFMC 20.22.070(a). Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Senior Planner Kalkin presented the staff report. She noted that the Police Department's conditions address the concerns of those residents who called and the one letter received. She further noted that the Standard Conditions address the required enclosed debris area, but recommended it specifically be added to the Planning Division's Conditions of Approval. Applicant: Manny U gerra Partial Owner 73 Camaritas Avenue SSF Mr. Ugerra informed the Commission that the business began a year ago and customers have requested late hours on Saturday and Sunday nights. He agreed with all the conditions and mentioned that as far as too much noise, they are located next to the fire station and Bell Market which are open 24 hours. He noted that parking is sufficient. Chairman ROlnero closed the public hearing. Page 2 of4 PC Mtg. 2/6/97 Commissioner Teglia was concerned with late hours for a business that immediately abuts a residential area. He noted that the fire department is sensitive to producing less noise during the evening. He stated that the past use of this location was a less intensive use and described the history of the noodle house in Westborough and a deli in Old Town that created a negative impact on the area when their hours were increased. After clarification of the hours of operation and location of the site, Commissioner Sim recommended that the Planning Commission review the use after six months. Planner Kalkin so noted that Planning Division's Condition No.2. a. read; "... reviewed at six months ...". Commissioner Sim asked that the applicant be vigilant of the conditions and pro-active in regulating customers conduct in the parking lots. Mr. U gerra stated he is targeting people coming from the movie theaters and parties in the area who are looking for a place to eat at 2 AM. Although the public hearing was closed, the Commission chose to hear comments from Mr. DeSoto. Speaking Against the Application: Frank DeSoto Mr. DeSoto stated he lives 100' from the restaurant and is concerned about the possible noises at 2 AM. He mentioned that several neighbors were asked to come to the meeting but does not understand why more were not present. Commissioner Baldocchi asked for a briefing on previous problems of operations similar to this one. Sgt. Petrocchi advised Mr. DeSoto that he should call the Police Department at any hour of the night for assistance. He explained to the Commission the previous problems and noted the differences between the two business sites. He noted that the conditions for this business are a reflection of what has been learned from the Westborough site and the police department will be reviewing this business in 3 months to see if one security guard is necessary, and for compliance with the noise ordinance. He stated that the applicant has been working with them for over a year and was aware of the extent of the conditions. The applicant has been very supportive and cooperative with all the conditions from the police department. Commissioner Barnett asked the Commission to consider what clientele will be lured to South San Francisco after 2 AM (since bars close at 2 AM) and would agree to this site being open only until 2 AM. Commissioner Padreddii noted he agrees with the conditions given and with the 6 months review period; it would be a good opportunity for the business to get a fair chance. Commissioner Teglia agrees that it is reasonable to give a business a chance but it would be better if it was located further down on El Camino Real; this establishment is too close to a residential area; just a simple conversation in the parking lot at 3 or 4 AM would be too loud and the use is too intense. Therefore, he recommended that the hours of operation stay as is. Commissioner Baldocchi agreed with Teglia, and explained her concern with the problems that might occur with the proposed hours. Chairman Romero commented on allowing an inappropriate use too close to a residential neighborhood; Page 3 of 4 PC Mtg. 2/6/97 the late hour activities have potential to cause problems and he does want a business to thrive but he recommended 2 AM as a compromise. Speaking for the Application: Wilfreda Fernando, Co-owner of business 73 Camaritas Ave. SSF Mr. Fernando explained that the customers who have asked for his business to be opened later are mature adults over 50 years old, and knows they would not be attracting young crovvds from bars. He understood the conditions of the police department, and did not foresee any problems. Discussion continued on the potential nuisance to the neighborhood noting that late hour or 24 hour businesses are mostly located on El Camino Real. Motion-Padreddii/Second-Sim: Motion to Approve UP-96-119 subject to the conditions of approval. Motion failed with the following Roll Call: AYES: Vice-Chairman Padreddii and Commissioner Sim; NOES: Chairman Romero, Commissioners Teglia, Baldocchi and Barnett; ABSENT: Commissioner Masuda. Motion- Teglia/Second-Baldocchi: Motion to Deny UP-96-119 based on the public testimony. Motion passed with the following Roll Call: AYES: Chairman Romero, Commissioners Teglia, Baldocchi and Barnett; NOES: Vice-Chairman Padreddii and Commissioner Sim; ABSENT: Commissioner Masuda. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS Items from Staff: Director Van Duyn stated the Commission had received information on the consultant selection for the General Plan Revisions project and if the Commission had any questions to call the office. Items from Commission: None Items from the Public: None Adjournment: Motion-Romero/Second-Padreddii to adjourn meeting at 8:30 PM to bid farewell to the outgoing Commissioners at Chevy's Restaurant at Hickey and Camaritas Avenue. Motion-Romero/Second-Padreddii to adjourn meeting at 10: 15 PM to the Regular Planning Commission Meeting, February 20, 1997. Marty Van Duyn, Secretary Planning Commission City of South San Francisco William Romero, Chairman Planning Commission City of South San Francisco MVD:rp Page 4 of4 PC Mtg. 2/6/97