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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 06/06/2002 CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING 33 ARROYO DRIVE June 6, 2002 CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 7 :30 D.m. ROLL CALL / CHAIR COMMENTS MEMBERS PRESENT: Commissioner D'Angelo, Commissioner Honan, Commissioner Meloni, Commissioner Situ, Connnissioner Teglia, Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt and Chairperson Romero MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Planning Division: Thomas C. Sparks, Chief Planner Steve Carlson, Senior Planner Steve Kowalski, Associate Planner Allison Knapp, Consultant Planner Kimberly Johnson Barbara Hawkins, City Engineer Richard Harmon, Development Coordinator City Attorney: Engineering: AGENDA REVIEW No Changes Chief Planner Sparks requested that the Commission allow him to address them prior to discussing item #3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None CONSENT CALENDAR Approved with changes 1. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of December 6, 2001, December 20, 2001 and May 16, 2002. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt corrected the motion for 90 Oak Avenue to reflect a majority voice vote rather than a unanimous voice vote. Motion Meloni / Second D' An!!elo to approve the minutes as corrected with Commissioner Teglia abstaining from approving the December 6th and 20th minutes. Approved by majority voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING - AGENDA ITEMS 2. J errod L. Ewell-applicant Emilio Arco-owner 1361 San Mateo Ave. UP-OI-086 and Categorical Exemption Continued to July 18, 2001 (Continued from May 16, 2002) Use Permit to allow a Caretaker's Residence in the Industrial (M -1) Zoning District in accordance with S:\Minutes\finalized\06-06-02 RPC.doc Page 1 of 6 Approved onJune 20, 2002 SSFMC Chapter 20.30.030 and 20.30.040. Public Hearing opened. Associate Planner Kowalski presented the Staff Report. Staff recommends the Commission approve the caretakers unit but deny the application to pay the in-lieu landscaping fee. Emilio Arco, Arco Auto, stated that his business has 40 employees and he parks the cars on the site and not on the street because of the limited parking on San Mateo Avenue and on Lowrie. He is requesting that the Commission allow him to pay the in-lieu landscaping fee in order to keep parking cars on his site and not on the street. He added that removing some parking spaces to add landscaping would increase the parking issues in the area. In addition he pointed out that the site is surrounded by rock and sand and this would make it difficult for any type of vegetation to grow. He concluded that he has always maintained his area clean and safe and will continue to do so by complying with all the conditions of approval. Public Hearing closed. The Commission discussed the possibility of allowing the applicant to pay an in-lieu landscaping fee due to the owner's reputation with the City and his willingness to always work with the City. The Commission also discussed the public right of way and a fence being placed on City property, which is in violation of the Municipal Code. They noted that the fence needs to be out of the public right of way and this needs to be resolved prior to any Commission approval. The Commission felt that any type of landscaping would not last on the site, due to the proximity of the concrete plant. Motion Te{!lia / Second Meloni to continue to July 18, 2001. Approved by unanimous voice vote. 3. Spiros Kakoniktis-owner Antonio M. Brandi-applicant 90 Oak Ave. RZ-OI-054, DR-OI-054 and ND-OI-054 Continued (Continued from May 16, 2002) Mitigated Negative Declaration assessing environmental impacts of a new 15-unit apartment building, in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act. Rezoning from Medium Density Residential District (R-2-H) to High Density Residential District (R-3-L), in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.87. Zoning Amendment to SSFMC Chapter 20.69 Density adding Section 20.69.040 clarifying that density bonuses granted by the City for reasons other than that required by State law, require approval y the City Council and to comply with the City's adopted General Plan density standards. Density Bonus of 25% allowing 3 dwelling units to be restricted as affordable housing in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.130. Housing Agreement between the applicant and the City of South San Francisco restricting three of the dwellings as affordable housing units in accordance with SSFMC 20.125. Design Review allowing for the construction a three-story 15-unit apartment building, in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.85. Chief Planner Sparks noted that the Commission discussed this item on May 18, 2002 and directed preparation of Findings of Denial for approval at this meeting. There are some issues that the Commissioners had and would like to get more information on the item. The Cormnission can continue the item for two weeks to allow for notification. S:\Minutes\tinalized\06-06-02 RPC.dac Page 2 of 6 Approved anJune 20, 2002 Chairperson Romero, Cormnissioner Honan and Commissioner Ochsenhirt noted that this is a good opportunity to revisit the item and asked that the comments from the previous meetings be taken into consideration. Commissioner Teglia noted that public has the impression that a decision has been made on this application. Commissioner D'Angelo pointed out that if there was no lnajor change he does not see a reason not to continue the item. Commissioner Meloni noted that the Commission was concerned with the design of the building and if the applicant feels that he can work with massing then it can be continued. Commissioner Sim pointed out that the presentation was lacking contextual information and the Cormnission needs to visualize how the building will fit on the street. He pointed out that the housing needs of the City are a good reason to revisit the item more seriously. Motion Honan / Second Sim to continue to July 18,2002. Approved by majority roll call vote. Ayes: Commissioner Honan, Commissioner Meloni, Commissioner Sim, Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt and Chairperson Romero Noes: Commissioner D'Angelo and Commissioner Teglia Absent: None Abstain: None Recess called 8:16 - 8:25 p.m. 4. Terrabay Phase IT and III Myers Development Corp-owner/applicant San Bruno Mtn./Terrabay PP-OI-020, ZA-OI-020, SP-OI-020 RESOLUTION 2618 Amendment to the Final Terrabay Specific Plan, Chapter 20.63, "Terrabay Specific Plan District" and Precise Plan as it relates to the Condominium Mid-Rise Tower to permit a change in number of one, two and three bedroom units and to reduce the height, width and length of the building Staff Report presented by Consultant Planner Knapp. Mr. Jack Myers and DES Architects presented the modifications to the Commission. Commissioner Sim and DES Architect discussed the architecture of the building, elevations, garage and the landscaping. Public Hearing opened. There being no speakers the Public Hearing was closed. Commission, staff and applicant's discussion: Commissioner Honan questioned if the shuttle system would only work Monday-Friday or if it would include weekends. Consultant Planner Knapp noted that the applicant will have shuttle service and it is anticipated to be Monday through Friday. The applicant is approaching the East of 101 Alliance to become a part of that shuttle service as well as researching other options. The service could be expanded to include weekends. The TDM program is going to be monitored on an annual basis and a determination will be made annually as to how the program will be expanded to meet the needs of the residents. Commissioner Meloni was concerned with the modification changing the number of BMR units that the developer is required to build. Consultant Planner Knapp noted that it would not change the 32 BMR units that are required to be built by the DA and Specific Plan. Chairperson Meloni asked where the applicant was in the S:\Minutes\fmalized\06-06-02 RPC.doc Page 3 of 6 Approved on]wle 20, 2002 process of finding a site to build the BMR units. Mr. Myers noted that they want to finalize the commercial building and residential portion and will resume the BMR housing site search at that point. Chairperson Meloni felt that the proposal relates better to the mountain. Commissioner Honan asked what the Fire Department has in place for the building to rescue people in case of a fire being that there is not going to be a fire escape ladder on the top floor. Consultant Planner Knapp pointed out that there are standpipes that provide firefighting capabilities, there is an area behind the plaza that provides emergency access, and there is access in the front and the two sides. Kerwin Lee, fire and life safety consultant to Myers Development Group, pointed out that high-rise buildings are the safest buildings. They have all life safety features required by building code such as emergency exits, protective stairways, sprinkler systems, smoke control system, fire alarm system, and a fire control room. Assistant City Attorney Johnson added that Fire Marshal/Chief Building Official Kirkman has reviewed the plans and determined that there was enough fire access in case of emergencies. Commissioner Teglia asked if the streets for paired housing were remaining unchanged. Consultant Planner Knapp stated that they were not changing and that it is the access to the parking structure of the condominium tower that would change as a result of the amended precise plan.. Commissioner Teglia asked that he be informed as to the development of the Point and its restoration. Motion Meloni / Second Te1!lia to approve the modification to PP-01-020, ZA-01-020 and SP-01-020. Approved by unanimous voice vote. Recess called at 9:22 - 9:36 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS Assistant City Attorney Johnson noted that the applicant for item #3, 90 Oak Avenue, would like to address the Commission with regard to the item being continued. Antonio Brandi, applicant, stated that he has been working on this proposal for two years and would prefer that the Commission deny the proj ect rather than redesigning the proj ect. Chairperson Romero asked that the applicant clarify if he was not going to work with staff and the Commission to address the Commission's concerns. Mr. Brandi pointed out that the proposal complies with all City requirements and he has done all that is possible to address the Commission's concerns, including an issue with the dormers. Chairperson Meloni pointed out that if applicant wants the Commission to deny the application, the Commission can do so but did want the record to reflect that the Planning Commission gave Mr. Brandi an option to work with the Commission and staff. Commissioner Sim pointed out that the Commission is looking for an opportunity to communicate better and not redesign the project. Mr. Brandi stated that if the Commission wants to review the proposal given to them at the previous meeting due to lack of communication then he is willing to return. He pointed out that a total redesign is impossible and that is what he understood because of the height issues stated previously. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt pointed out that the Commission does not want a total redesign of the project. Commissioner D'Angelo felt that working with staff for two years is not a commitment that the project will be approved. Chief Planner Sparks noted that the applicant will not be available in July and a continuation to June 20th would be more appropriate. S:\Minutes\fll1alized\06-06-02 RPC.doc Page 4 of 6 Approved onJwle 20, 2002 Chairperson Meloni asked if the applicant is willing to make changes and listen to the Commission's comments. Mr. Brandi stated that with any project there are compromises but to decrease the number of stories is a total redesign. Staff and the Commissioners discussed continuing the item to June 20th and having it go forth to the June 26th City Council meeting. Should the Commission find that the proposal should be denied, the Findings of Denial drafted can then be adopted. The Commission asked that the applicant return with a materials board and photomontages of the proposal. Motion Sim / Second Honan to amend the motion made for continuance to July 18, 2002 under item # 3 and continue the item to June 20,2002. Approved by unanimous roll call vote. Ayes: Commissioner D' Angelo, Cormnissioner Honan, Commissioner Meloni, Commissioner Sim, Commissioner Teglia, Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt and Chairperson Romero Noes: None Absent: None Abstain: None 5. Items from Staff a. Britannia East Grand Cherokee San Francisco LLC-owner Slough EstatesIBill Rogalla-applicant 450 East Grand Ave.-Easterly terminus of East Grand Avenue DR-OI-006/MOD 2 and EIR-OI-006 Approved Design Review of Parking Structure Band overall landscape master plan. Staff report presented by Chief Planner Sparks. John Birkschneider of Slough Estates presented the proposed modification to the Commission. Motion Honan / Second D' An2elo to approve DR-01-006/MOD2. Approved by unanimous voice vote. b. Capital Improvement Program City of South San Francisco-owner/applicant RESOLUTION 2619 A Resolution of the Planning Commission determining that the proposed 2002-2003 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City's General Plan. City Engineer Hawkins gave a PowerPoint presentation to the Planning Commission on the CIP. Commission comments and questions and staff response: · Is the appropriation for the Oak Avenue extension for the entire project? Staff noted that he budgeted amount for the Oak Avenue extension is only for the preparation of the specifications of the proj ect. · The signal installation at El Camino, Arlington, and Hickey Boulevard is budgeted for FY-03-04, is there any way that it can be done earlier? City Engineer Hawkins stated that the issue with the signal installation on ECR is the availability of the revenues. Should this be pushed to an earlier date, another project would have to be dropped for FY-02-03 · Is there any plan to fix the crossings at the canal? Staff has been dealing with the Flood Control District with regard to raising the bridge by San Mateo, and will be talking about the approach slabs. S:\Minutes\fll1alized\06-06-02 RPC.doc Page 5 of 6 Approved onJune 20, 2002 · The Commission was pleased to see that all the 17 City parks are going to be ADA compliant in FY-02-03. · Is there money from the City committed to the bike trail at BART? Staff pointed out that there is $75,000.00 encumbered the current fiscal year. Staff pointed out that there will be park elements on top of the BART tube but a full linear park will not be achieved due to a variety of issues. ' · The Commission asked what the status on the Evergreen parking permit program was. Chief Planner Sparks noted that this was a Police Department issue and they are re-evaluating the program, which will be in place before BART becomes operational. · The commission questioned which side the sidewalk on McClellan would be on? Staff pointed out that it would be on the cemetery side and that there would be a turnoff accessible for the teachers at the school. Motion Meloni / Second Te2lia to adopt resolution determining that the proposed 2002-2003 CIP is consistent with City's General Plan. Approved by unanimous voice vote. · Chief Planner Sparks informed the Cormnission that there will be a Joint Council/Planning Commission study session on July 17, 2002 for the Chestnut / Oak Avenue / ECR Study. He also requested that the Commission formally cancel the July 4, 2002 Regular Planning Commission meeting. Motion Sim / Second Honan to cancel the July 4, 2002 meeting. Approved by unanimous voice vote. 6. Items from Commission · Commissioner Sim pointed out that the Aegis Assisted Living along Westborough has a screen wall that needs some type of landscaping. Chief Planner Sparks stated that staff has been working on this issue with Aegis. · Chairperson Romero asked that Code Enforcement look into removing the barbed wire at the King and Callan service station. 7. Items from the Public Councilwoman Matsumoto thanked the Commission for their work. 8. Adjournment 11:00 D.m. Motion Meloni / Second Sim to adjourn the meeting. Unanimously approved. ~M?~4 Secretary to the PlannIng Commission City of South San Francisco u ~ h'W1rl/V~ William Romero, Chairperson Planning Commission City of South San Francisco NEXT MEETING: Regular Meeting June 20,2002, Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco, CA. TCS/blh S:\Minutes\fmalized\06-06-02 RPC.doc Page 6 of 6 Approved on]wle 20, 2002