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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1953-07-06 PC MINS MINUTES OF AREGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF i CHT_A VISTA, CALIFORNIA Held Monday, July 6., 1953 The Planning Commission met in the Council Chamber at the Civic Center on the above date at 7:30 P.M. with the following members present: Wulff,,, Longworth, Drew and Smith. Absent: Members Stewart, Poulter. Also Present: City Planner Wagner and Assistant-to City Engineer,, Johnson, APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Member Drew, seconded by Member Smith, and carried, that the minutes of the meeting held June 15, 1953, be approved" ZONE VARIANCES Wilford E. Christoffersen, 615 Chula Vista Street,, requests approval for a building permit on a lot 0 x 108.37 fte in an R-3 zone. Mr. and Mrs. Christoffersen, who were present, .stated that they planned,, at time of pur— chase (1951),, to build a rental unit on the site as soon as the property was clear. They added that the distance between buildings is 38 ft. 10 inches, Chairman Wulff felt that the property (in an R-3 zone), in spite of not having the required minimum 6000 square footage, is not being used to best advantage. I It was moved by Member Drew, seconded by Member Smith, and carried, that the variance be granted' subject to provision of adequate off—street parking for rental units. John D. McCausland, M.Di, 261 to 263 "F" Street, requests approval to convert first floor apartments of building at this site into professional and medical offices. It was explained that this block is divided into C-1 and R-3 zones. The property for which variance is requested is flanked on both sides by pro— fessional offices. Dr. McCausland, who was present, explained that he plans, for the present' to convert the two front apartments on the first floor and at a later date, possibly,to convert the two rear apartments on the first floor. Present in protest was Mrs. Allan G. Olson of Bonita, ovmer of properties' on Third Avenue in Chula Vista. She stated that she considered zone variances unconstitutional; also that she did not believe it fair to permit commercialism in a residential zone, thus taking advantage of lower taxes while those owning properties in commercial zones pay higher taxes. In addition, Mrs. Olson asked for clarification of "professional offices". In answer, Chairman Wulff informed Mrs. Olson of- the Commissionts studies of and future recommendations for zoning "F" Street east to Del Mar for commercial use. The Commission's members felt --� that "professional offices" would include' dental9 medical, architectural, law and similar offices. It was moved by Member Smith, seconded by Member Longworth., and carried, that the variance be approved for the reasons stated in the application. E. C. Teer, 103 Shasta Street, requests approval to be allowed to keep a 54 inch high fence in violation of -setback requirements on First Avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Teer were present. Mrs. Teer stated that the whole idea was mis- represented and no understanding was put in writing. She asked for leniency until her six months' old child grows up sufficiently so it won1t fall into the gulley. Applicant deblared that moving the fence back would cut off the back yard., as the kitchen steps are toward the front of the house. Oity Planner Wagner read report from City Building Inspector Cord. Mr. Teer stated that, at such time as First Avenue is widened, he would be willing to move the fence back. Member Longworth suggested that City Planner Wagner verify the measurements and possibly come up with a suggestion as to how the fence might be moved back four feet. It was moved by Member Drew, seconded by Member Longworth' and carried, that the matter be tabled pending further investigation and verification of measurements by City Planner Wagner, and report back to Commission at the first meeting in August, 1953. LETTERS 1,4organ Skinner, M.D., 709 Third Ave., requesting permission to submit amende application for zone variance, in order to extend the time limit for 'J his application for zone variance. i It was moved by Member Drew., seconded by Member Smith, and carried, that a 90 day extension be granted, and that additional application fee be waived. L. E. Curren, ItOaK. Rubber Welders"., 919 National Avenue, requested inter- pretation of Section 11-A-25 of Ordinance No. 398. City Planner Wagner read the zoning ordinance covering M-1 use and-pointed out that it does not now cover tire recapping specifically, but the Commission agreed it was closely allied to other types of businesses already covered, and therefore should fall in this classification. Lot 4 of this plot falls in the R-1 zone; Mr. Curren debelared., however., that he intends to 'surface and use this lot for parking cars only. City Planner Wagner volunteered the information that, to date, 6510 of the property owners nearby had agreed to petition for lifting,the restrictions in the area between the M-1 and R-1 zones. Assistant to City Engineer., Johnson, inquired whether or not electrical tire recapping has an advantage over other methods of recapping as far as odor-etc., are concerned. Mr. Curren replied it is far superior. The Commission pointed out that two issues are at hand: (1) Whether or not tire recapping falls in the M-1 classification and (2) whether or not resurfacing Lot 4 and using it for a parking area is permissible in an R-1 zone. It was moved by Member Drew, seconded by Member Smith., and carried, that the Commission is of the opinion that electric tire recapping falls within M-1 zone classification and that the matter of Lot' 4 in the R-1 zone is covered by deed -2- restriction. Sam Shapov, 344 "C" Street, requests favorable recommendation for annexation of 20 acres to be -developed for- large shopping center at northeast corner of Highland Avenue and. ."C" Street It was City Planner Wagner,s suggestion that the Telephone Company, which has adjacent property, be notified of the intention to annex the Shapov property to the City of Chula Vista and perhaps the company,would be willing to annex at the same time. Mr. Dreifuss, son of the applicant, stated that it is their intention to follow the same drainage- channels that now exists in developing the property. When the matter of again contacting nearby property owners came up, City Planner Wagner pointed out that whether or not the area is annexed, the said property owners would still look down on this supermarket, as the applicant,intends to proceed regardless of whether the plot is in the County or the City of Chula Vista. (The plot is zoned for commercial in the County) . Member Smith suggested that the City Planner study the possibilities of annexing the whole strip. Member Drew added that it might be possible to get together with National City and annex the'irahole valley. City Planner Wagner stated that he would not recommend that the Shapov Annexation be held up pending further study. It was moved by Member Drew, seconded by Member Longworth, and carried, that the Planning Co:mnissi.on recommend to the City Council the annexation of ` the 20 acres for proposed C-1 zoning with the reservation that any drainage .� and contouring on this site be subject to approval of the Engineering Depart- Pent and, also, that Mr. Shapov dedicate to the City the north, half of "C" Street from the southerly portion of the property and improve the 400 feet in front of the proposed market development. RECO1411ENDATION FROTM CITY COUNCIL The Commission was presented with a copy of a City Council resolution pur- suant to Section 7 of Ordinance No. 377 (subdivision ordinance) requiring street name signs and ornamental trees be installed by subdividers. City Planner Vfagizer read the resolution drawn up .covering this matter. It was moved by blember Drew5 seconded by Member Longgorth, and carried, that the resolution be recommended for adoption by. the City Council. DISCUSSION Proposed rezoning in County. City Planner Wagner advised the Commission that San Diego County has been officially requested to rezone a portion of Harborside Unit No. 2 from R-2-B to .M-2 to allow salvage operations, and that the matter would come before the San Diego County Planning Commission at their July 24 and August 14 meetings. It was moved by Member Smith, seconded by Member Longworth., and carried, + -that protest be filed with County Planning Commission, with a copy to the Chula -3- Vista Chamber of Cor nerce. RESUBi5ISSIO-N Or TENTATIVE MAP - Judson Tract At the request of the City Council, the subdivider changed the 60 foot lots to 70 x 100 feet, with 60 foot streets, simi_7..ar to Country Club Villas, and sub- mitted -revised tentative map accordingly:. It was .roved by Member Smith, seconded by Member Longworth, and carried, that -revised tentative map be recornnended to the City Council for approval with the following conditions: (1) Lot X10 be deeded to the City with the condition that the City will use the site for a street within ten years. (If not used for this purpose i,,rithin the allotted time, Lot X10 would -revert to the original subdivider) ; (2) That 50-foot street connections between Gretchen Road and Dennis Avenue at the south boundary of the subdivision, be installed; (3) That one foot lots along the south side of "K" Street and along the east line of 11K" Street be dedicated to the City; and (4) that the Planning Commission favors annexation. The motion failed to carry by the following vote, to 11it: AYES: Members Wulff, Longworth, Smith. NOES: Member Drew, ABSENT: Members Stewart and Poulter. Member Drew voted "No" for the reason that he opposes the annexation. Chair- man Wulff suggested that City Planner Wagner read the Ordinance regarding -Mnether or not a 4 vote majority is necessary for approval of tentative maps. r� It was agreed that the attention of City Council should be called to the fact 1 that only 4 members of the Commission were present and the majority favored the annexation and the matter should therefore be considered accordingly. The motion failed to carry for the reason that it did not receive the af- firmative vote of a majority of the entire membership of the Commission (Charter Section 604), Proposed New Zoning Ordinance. City Planner Wagner informed the Planning Commission that the supe y o zoning ordinances was depleted and that it would be necessary to either have a reprint of the old ordinance or to write a new ordinance, which he favored. He further stated that he was making a list of corrections and revisions and had -remembered that the Commission Members had agreed to do likewise and that he would welcome their suggestions on the re- vision of the writing of a new ordinance, The City Planner showed a copy of the excellent Pasadena Zoning Ordinance and outlined some of its desirable features. The Commission members requested City Planner Wagner to secure copies of each member of the Commission for their study. City Planner Wagner informed the Commission that he had been invited to attend the meeting of the National Avenue Businessmen's Ass'n., at which time zoning for National Avenue mould be discussed. He felt that conference with these people would be of tremendous value to the Commission. DISCUSSIONS (Con't.) Master Street Plan. City Planner Wagner outlined the progress to date of 1 Engineering studies on the Master Street Plan and read Engineering estimates on the cost of i_rmroving four routes to connect "Ell Street and Bonita Road and —4— '. stated that the Engineering Staff would have the cost estimates for First Ave. Extension and "L" Street Extension already by the next meeting. He read a report on highways and the responsible agencies that he had pi�epared for the Commission and each member of the Commission requested a copy for their studies. He further informed the Commission that the -firm of Engineers Service Corpora- tion of Los Angeles had been authorized to fly the City and prepare the aerial topography maps which frill be ready in about 60 days.. -These maps will be of tremendous_ value to the Commission and their Master Street and Local Street Planning. City Planner Wagner read a letter to the Commission from lt4r. H. V. Bryant' expressing his appreciation of the Commissionts interest and part in the farewell dinner in his honor, and for the nice gifts, Meetings. As the Commission had eliminated the necessity for the second meetings for months of July and August, during the year 1953, this matter was again discussed as a policy for the year 1953. It was moved by Member Longworth, seconded- by'Member Smith, and unanimously carried, that the Planning Commission dispense with the second meeting in the months of July and August, 1953, and to resume the regular two-monthly meetings in September. �-� ADJOUMTHENT ': \ It was moved by Member Smith, seconded by 1&mber Drew, and carried, that the meeting adjourn., sine die. Lucille L. Leonard, Secretary - -5-