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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 06-03-1991 , ~ - • • ~ Reqular Meetinq - June 3, 1991 ~ ~ A regular meeting of the City of Dublin Planning Commission was held on June 3, 1991, in the Dublin Civic Center Council Chambers. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Commissioner Burnham, Chairperson. * * * * ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Barnes, Burnham, North, Rafanelli and Zika; Laurence L. Tong, Planning Director; Maureen O'Halloran, Senior Planner; Carol Cirelli, Associate Planner; and Gail Adams, Planning Secretary * * * * PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG Cm. Burnham led the Commission, Staff, and those present in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO THE AGENDA None MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of May 6, 1991 were approved. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None PUBLIC HEARINGS SUBJECT: PA 91-030 Crossroads Toyota/Pontiac Temporary Promotional Signs Conditional Use Permit request to allow the use of temporary promotional advertisinq displays for a maximum cumulative period of 60 days within a 12-month period located at 6450 Dublin Court Cm. Burnham opened the public hearing and asked for the staff report. Ms. Carol Cirelli presented the staff report to the Commission. She indicated that Staff was recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit for temporary promotional advertising displays. Mr. Larry Alexander, Applicant, indicated that the balloons were a good source of advertising. It made the public aware of special promotional events and had been very successful for their business in the past. He indicated that he would follow all of Staff's conditions of approval. Cm. Zika asked if they had any plans on painting the balloon. , Regular Meeting PCM-1991-58 June 3, 1991 [6-3min] ' Mr. Alexander indicated ~at they had purchased a n~ balloon. Cm. Rafanelli asked if 60 days would be enough time for their promotional ` advertisements. Mr. Alexander indicated yes. They would be having promotional events every 3-4 weeks. Cm. Burnham closed the public hearing. On motion from Cm. Zika, seconded by Cm. North, and with a vote of 5-0, the Commission adopted RESOLUTION NO. 91 - 027 APPROVING PA 91-030 CROSSROADS TOYOTA/PONTIAC CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY PROMOTIONAL SIGNS - 60 DAY TIME FRAME, 6450 DUBLIN COURT NEW OR UNFINI5HED BUSINESS Cm. North indicated he previously had concerns regarding the newspaper bin at the Albertsons center and asked what the status was on this issue. Mr. Tong indicated that the Zoning Investigator was looking into the matter. OTHER BUSINESS Mr. Tong indicated that at the City Council's June lOth meeting, they would be reviewing the General Plan Amendment and Rezoning for the Fire Station located on Donahue Drive. Mr. Tong indicated that at the next Planning Commission meeting, Staff would be discussing the 1990-95 Capital Improvement Program. PLANNING COMMISSIONERS' CONCERNS Cm. Barnes had concerns regarding the continuous usage of real estate signs for several residential developments. She indicated that the Shadow Creek development was located in Danville 8 miles from where they were putting up their advertising signs. Heritage Park, which was 6 miles away, was also advertising their development. Cm. Barnes indicated that it did not seem fair that citizens of Dublin could not post garage sale signs; however, these real estate developers were being allowed to advertise their homes, which were not even located in Dublin. Cm. North indicated that this concern had been brought up several times in the past and asked what the status was. Mr. Tong indicated that letters had been written to the developers; however Staff had not received any responses as of yet. Staff may have to contact the City Attorney's office to see what additional course of action could be taken. Cm. Zika asked if the police could pick up the signs. Regular Meeting PCM-1991-59 June 3, 1991 [6-3min] , ~ • ,Mr. Tong indicated that this would only be a short-term solution. He indicated that Staff would continue to pursue the issue. . Cm. Zika asked why should the Commission have meetings when there was only one item. Unless the item was critical, it seemed that it would be more appropriate to put the item off until the next meeting. Maybe this issue should be considered a City policy in the future. Cm. North asked Staff if there was a time limitation on approving public hearing items. Mr. Tong indicated yes. However, the statutory time limitations for minor permits were relatively lengthy. The Applicant might not appreciate the policy. We could work around this if the Commission was concerned. Cm. Burnham indicated that he would like to save the City money. Cm. Burnham asked if all Variance applications went to the Zoning Administrator for approval. Mr. Tong indicated yes, City policy requires that Variance are heard before the Zoning Administrator. If the item is appealed, the application would be reviewed by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission discussed policy changes on postponing hearings if there was only one item. They indicated that it should be at the Planning Director's discretion. However, if this did not work out, a formal policy may be in order. Cm. Barnes asked if the City Council had taken action on the American City Truck Stop application. Mr. Tong indicated that one condition of the Commission's approved resolution had been modified. The Public Works Department would be required to monitor the amount of truck trips on Houston Place and prorate the repair costs between Admiral Van & Storage and American City Truck Stop. All of the other conditions remained the same. Cm. Burnham asked if the City Attorney's office had been consulted. Mr. Tong indicated yes. The City Council determined that since there was abnormal wear and tear, the trucks were responsible for the damage of the street. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adj.purned at 8:00 p.m. R p tivel mit ed, ~ 'f ,~3 i Pla nin o iss' n Chairperson ~ ~ Laurence L. Tong Planning Director Regular Meeting PCM-1991-60 June 3, 1991 [6-3min]