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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-23-2005 PC Minutes P Zanni COlnlnissiolll\lJinutes CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL A regular meeting of the City of Dublin Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, August 23, 2005, in the Council Chambers located at 100 Civic Plaza. Chair Schaub called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. Present: Chair Schaub, Commissioners Biddle, Fasulkey, King, and Wehrenberg; Jeri Ram, Planning Manager; Kristi Bascom, Senior Planner; Jeff Baker, Associate Planner; and Christina Rodgers, Recording Secretary. ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO THE AGENDA - None MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS - The August 9, 2005 minutes were approved as submitted. ORAL COMMUNICATION 6.1 Invitation to Planning Commission to participate in the Second Leadership Academy Mayor Lockhart addressed the Planning Commission, with the exception of Cm. Wehrenberg, a past participant, regarding the second Leadership Academy. The Mayor encouraged their participation in the program as it will be an opportunity to put the skill and knowledge gained as commissioners together with the rest of the community. Cm. King related his view of another city's Planning Commission that was not as well run as he would have anticipated. He expressed his pride in Dublin's Planning Department and Planning Commission. He added that the Mayor's address this evening showed a pursuit of excellence in local government. . Joni Pattillo, Assistant City Manager, gave more detail regarding the Leadership Academy and extended a personal invitation to the Commission to attend. Ms. Pattillo had application forms for the Commissioners. She explained that a tour of Dublin on Saturday October 8th would start the new session and attendees then meet every other Thursday for class. Cm. Fasulkey asked if everyone in the audience was invited to participate. Ms. Pattillo responded only persons that work or reside in Dublin would be eligible. Cm. Wehrenberg offered her insight on being a past participant of the Academy. The Commissioners thanked Mayor Lokhart and Ms. Pattillo for their time and information. CONSENT CALENDAR - None WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None PUBLIC HEARINGS 8.1 PA 04-042 Dublin Ranch Area F, Toll Brothers, Inc. Sorrento _ Stage 2 Planned Development, Site Development Review and Vesting Tentative Tract Map _ continued to September 13, 2005. Chair Schaub asked for the staff report. Pfenning CommÙsion 1?f?fju41r ~tf('äiniJ 114 )1ul1ust 23, 200S Jeri Ram, Planning Manager gave a brief overview of the project. She further explained that there had been a large amount of information for the Commission to digest and that staff is continuing to work on some issues. Ms. Ram informed the Commission that questions may be directed to Michael Porto, Planning Consultant on the project. Chair Schaub opened the public hearing. On a motion by Chair Schaub, seconded by Cm. King, the Commission voted unanimously to continue the item to the September 13th meeting. Chair Schaub closed the public hearing. 8.2 P A 05-029 Fremont Swim School- The applicant requests approval of a Conditional Use Permit to operate an Indoor Recreational Facility in the Light Industrial (M-1) zoning district and to permit the use of off-site parking to help fulfill the parking requirement for this use. Chair Schaub explained the public hearing process to the audience. Chair Schaub asked for the staff report. Jeff Baker, Associate Planner, presented the specifics of the project as outlined in the staff report. Cm. Biddle asked for the dimensions of the pool. Mr. Baker responded that the applicant would be able to answer that question, but believed the maximum depth to be five feet. Cm. King asked if the parking requirement was based on the worst case scenario or would a model like that of a martial arts studio be used. Mr. Baker responded that the requirement was based on the zoning requirements of an indoor recreation facility. Ms. Ram added that the standards used would be the same as those used for a martial arts studio. Cm. Biddle asked if there would be a problem with excavation and installation through the existing slab. Mr. Baker responded that those concerns would be reviewed during the building permit process. Chair Schaub brought to the applicant's attention the building's maximum capacity of 50 people. Chair Schaub pointed out that an the maximum could be exceeded at an overlap of two classes. There would be 16 students and parents for each class plus 5 staff members; this could result in about 20 more people than allowed by the building's maximum. Chair Schaub questioned Mr. Baker on the off-site parking condition and how an intensification of use at that site would become known. Mr. Baker responded that if a new use for the property was submitted, parking needs for both uses must be met or the Swim School would have to acquire an appropriate off-site parking agreement elsewhere or adjust the operation of the School. Chair Schaub opened the public hearing. Mark Hirsch, representative of the applicant, discussed the project at length. Mr. Hirsch said that despite the issues involved in finding a suitable location, the location presented tonight would be the best. Mr. Hirsch introduced Mr. Alberti, the original founder of the Fremont Swim Center, and next introduced the current owner, Mr. Matt Alberti. Mr. Hirsch said that he is excited to become a member of the Dublin community. rp{anning (,'ommissÙJn 1?rguwr:-tfeetin,q 115 )111gUSt 23, 2005 Chair Schaub stated that the site presented is much more suitable than some of the other light industrial areas. Cm. King asked if there would be a sign and what it would be made of. Mr. Hirsch replied it would not be high profile, but not much work had gone into the sign yet. Cm. King encouraged a good quality sign that meets the Dublin sign standards. Mr. Hirsch responded that Mr. Matt Alberti, as owner, would ensure that the building and sign would be well maintained. Cm. Biddle asked for the pool size. Mr. Hirsch conferred with Mr. Matt Alberti and confirmed that the pool's dimensions would be 40' x 35' with bulb-outs for the steps. Cm. Biddle asked if that were the appropriate size for the building. Mr. Alberti replied that it would be and that there would be extra space for storage. Cm. Biddle asked if excavation and installation of the pool inside the building had been done at the other locations. Mr. Hirsch replied that it had. Cm. King stated for the record that he had received an email from Mr. Hirsch with general information on the project and asked him to please consider the project. The rest of Commission replied that they had received the same email. Chair Schaub closed the public hearing. Cm. King stated that he had no concerns and thought this was a good project. Cm. Wehrenberg related that she had ridden through the prospective location and based upon the proposed hours of operation she has little concern that parking would be an issue. Cm. Wehrenberg also commended Mr. Baker for writing excellent and thorough conditions of approval. Cm. Wehrenberg stated that this would be a good program for the City. On motion by Cm. Wehrenberg, seconded by Cm. Biddle, by a vote of 5-0, the Planning Commission unanimously approved RESOLUTION NO. 05 - 048 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE AN INDOOR RECREATIONAL FACILITY IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (M-I) ZONING DISTRICT AND TO PERMIT THE USE OF OFF-SITE PARKING TO HELP FULFILL THE PARKING REQUIREMENT FOR THIS USE AT 6948 SIERRA COURT (APN 941-2756-005) P A 05-029 8.3 P A 02-069 City of Dublin Zoning Map Amendment (City Initiated) _ The City is proposing an amendment to update the Zoning Map. There are four categories of Map modifications being proposed: 1. Modifications to provide consistency with General Plan Land Use Map 2. Modifications to COrrect mapping errors 3. Modifications to provide consistency with the 1997 Zoning Ordinance Amendments; and 4. Modifications to reflect recently approved rezonings. Chair Schaub asked for the staff report. CPfanniug Commixsion 1?rguf4r !/yfeeting 116 ;1uguSl 23) 20l}" Kristi Bascom, Senior Planner, presented the specifics of the project as outlined in the staff report. Cm. Wehrenberg felt the natural zoning line would be through Silvergate. Ms. Bascom replied that would have resulted in non-conforming lots along Silvergate. Cm. Biddle asked if the GIS system will focus down property by property if needed. Ms. Bascom replied that staff has the same information that the County Assessor has. Cm. Biddle asked if the system supplied dimensions and elevations. Ms. Bascom said that lot dimensions are available, but elevations are not. Cm. Biddle asked if utilities were shown on the system. Ms. Bascom responded affirmatively. Chair Schaub opened the public hearing. Marcia Bonasch, 11453 Rampart Drive, stated that there is a county drainage easement on her property and asked if that was reflected in the new zoning map. Ms. Bascom replied that the map reflects zoning designations of all of the properties it does not show easements or utilities. Ms. Bonasch asked the difference in the 10,000 and 7,000 square foot designation. Ms. Bascom replied that the difference would only apply if a large lot was sub-divided. The resultant lots would have to meet the respective minimum requirement. Ms. Bascom further stated that the development standards are the same between the two zoning districts. Chair Schaub closed the public hearing. On motion by Cm. Biddle, seconded by Cm. King, by a vote of 5-0, the Planning Commission unanimously approved RESOLUTION NO. 05 - 049 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REFLECT ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATES AND MINOR MAP MODIFICATIONS P A 02-069 8.4 P A 00-013 Dublin Transit Center - Amendment to the Master Development Agreement Chair Schaub asked for the staff report. Jeri Ram, Planning Manager, presented the specifics of the project as outlined in the staff report. Cm. King asked if the total amount of affordable housing units to be built meets the required percentage. Ms. Ram replied that the required percentage will be exceeded. Chair Schaub asked how the $4.5 million and $2 million amounts were determined. Ms. Ram explained that the money would be obtained from the profit of selling the transit center land to various developers. Chair Schaub stated that is had nothing to do with inclusionary units. Ms. Ram agreed. Rich Ambrose, City Manager, addressed the Commission to explain the financial arrangement between Bart, the City of Pleasanton and the City of Dublin. Chair Schaub stated that the City would have $4.5 million to use for the West Dublin Bart station and in the event the Bart station was not built the City would have $2 million to use for the housing program. Mr. Ambrose stated that one of the reasons the County has œlånnwg Commission 1?q¡u4Ir ~11fi:tinß 117 ;1Uflust 23, ZOOS proposed a different inclusionary mix on the 300 units is that their cost would be fairly significant if the City took the position that they build 15% as they were required to for the first 1500. They are in a position where they are trying to build one garage, as well as being asked by Bart to put in another one. The County's would not be financially able to do it unless the City looked at a different inclusionary proposal for those 300 units. The County would pay the City the equivalent value of 45 inclusionary units; they would also commit to requiring the developers they sell to to build an additional 25 moderate units. The net result would be 13.9% inclusionary built units, $3.7+ million for the affordable housing fund, a $4.5 million payment to Bart. In the event that the West Dublin Bart Station is not built, the County will commit $2 million dollars of the money that would have gone to Bart to some other public purpose that the City can determine. Chair Schaub opened the public hearing. Chair Schaub closed the public hearing. Cm. Fasulkey stated Mr. Ambrose gave an excellent presentation and noted there had been a tremendous amount of negotiation involved. Cm. King stated he is not thrilled with reducing the actual amount of affordable housing and collecting in lieu fees because over the years the net result is not enough affordable housing. Cm. Fasulkey agreed, and noted that a "must build" requirement had been added in the last few years and this is going back in a way. Chair Schaub pointed out that the 13.9% had been met. Cm. King noted that the developers need the money up front to finance the project. Chair Schaub felt that the City is doing better on affordable housing. On motion by Cm. FasuIkey, seconded by Cm. Wehrenberg, by a vote of 5-0, the Planning Commission unanimously approved RESOLUTION NO. 05 - 050 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT AN ORDINANCE INTERPRETING THE PD STAGE ONE FOR THE TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT (PA 00-013) NEW OR UNFINISHED - None OTHER BUSINESS - Cm. Fasulkey wanted to follow up on the antenna ordinance. He noted that there is a co-location process; once an antenna site is established it is encouraged as the "build site". Cm. Fasulkey proposed a straw vote that the Commission gets to review the initial establishment of a new site. Ms. Ram replied that most new sites are allowed to be processed at the staff level, but she would do her best to refer new sites to the Cm. Fasulkey proposed only reviewing sites that would be plainly visible. Chair Schaub stated that if a new site is proposed on a hillside the Commission would like to discuss it because they get unruly. Ms. Ram asked if the Commission wanted to see all new proposed sites. Chair Schaub replied they only wanted to see the new sites that would be visible. Cm. Fasulkey agreed. Ms. Ram informed the Commission that there is a new site on Tassajara Road that was approved when it was in the County, it is being constructed now. Building permits have just been issued. ADJOURNMENT - The meeting was adjourned at 8:09 pm. P{annil1g ComnH.,>'sion rJ<rguf4r ~'rfeetiniJ 118 )1ugust 23, 20tH ATTEST: Planning Manager Respectfully submitted, Planning Commission Chairperson :j>[onnwg Commu',)'Ùm 1<¥ffufar :lfetting 119 )1UfJust 23, 2005