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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Comm Reports/1982/02/10 AGENDA City Planning Commission Chula Vista, California Wednesday, February 10, 1982 - 7:00 p.m. City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - SILENT PP~qYER APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Meetings of January 13, 1982 and January 27, 1982 OP~qL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Consideration of request for extension of tentative subdivision map for Chula Vista Tract 80-14, Bonita Hills, 1400 Ridgeback Road 2. Consideration of request for extension of tentative subdivision map for Chula Vista Tract 80-31, Gateway Townhouses, 100 block of East Flower Street 3. PUBLIC HEARING: PCZ-82-D, adjustment of zone boundary line between R-3-P-12 and C-N districts at the northeast corner of Nacion and Telegraph Canyon Road - Dale Building Co. 4. PUBLIC HEARING: Conditional use permit PCC-82-12, request to operate gaming center (card games) at 4088 Bonita Road - Xanadu Clubs, Inc. 5. PUBLIC HEARING: Tentative subdivision map for Chula Vista Tract 82-10, Villa Contessas, 241 "H" Street - Jeanne Campbell DIRECTOR'S REPORT COMMISSION COM~qENTS To: City Planning Commission From: D.J. Peterson, Director of Planning Subject: Staff report on agenda items for Planning Commission Meeting of February 10, 1982 1. Consideration of request for extension of tentative subdivision map for Chula Vista Tract 80-14, Bonita Hills, 1400 Ridgeback Road A. BACKGROUND 1. On August 5, 1980 the City Council approved the tentative map for Bonita Hills, Chula Vista Tract 80-14, for the conversion of a 94 unit apartment complex located at 1400 Ridgeback Road in the C-C-P zone into a one lot condominium project. 2. The developer has requested that the tentative map be extended for a period of one year due to the current economic situation. B. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a motion approving a one year extension of the tentative subdivision map for Bonita Hills, Chula Vista Tract 80-14. The map will then expire on February 5, 1983. C. DISCUSSION There have been no significant physical changes in the immediate vicinity which affect the original conditions or findings of approval. Therefore, the approval of an extension of time is appropriate. City Planning Commission Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 Page 2 2. Consideration of request for extension of tentative subdivision map for Chula Vista Tract 80-31, Gateway Townhouses, 100 block of East Flower Street A. BACKGROUND In September 1980 the City Council approved the tentative subdivision map for Gateway Townhouses, Chula Vista Tract 80-31, for the development of a 205 unit townhouse condominium project on two lots located on both sides of the 100 block of East Flower Street, between Bonita Road and 1-805 in the R-3-P-13 zone. On January 8, 1982 the developer requested a one year extension of the tentative map which is scheduled to expire on March 23, 1982. B. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a motion approving a one year extension of the tentative subdivision map for Gateway Townhouses, Chula Vista Tract 80-31, which will then expire on March 23, 1983. C. DISCUSSION There have been no significant changes in the i~nediate vicinity which affect the original findings or conditions of approval; therefore, it is appropriate to grant the request. STREET Church Vac Hotel ROAD Office SAN STREET -' - City Planning Commission Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 Page 3 3. PUBLIC HEARING: PCZ-82-D, adjustment of zone boundary line between R-3-P-12 and C-N districts at the northeast corner of Nacion and Telegraph Canyon Road - Dale Buildin§ Co. A. BACKGROUND 1. The Planning Commission and City Council recently approved a tentative subdivision map, Hilltop Terrace, Chula Vista Tract 82-6, for the development of a 90 unit condominium project at the northeast corner of Telegraph Canyon Road and Nacion Avenue. The boundaries of the tentative map also included a 0.56 acre C-N zoned property located at the intersection of the two streets. The tentative map proposed a lot line adjustment between the R-3-P-12 and C-N zoned properties. The property line is to be shifted to the north side of the covered channel, which would result in the new lot being split zoned (R-3-P-12 and C-N) once the final map is recorded. One of the conditions of approval of the tentative map required that the applicant initiate rezoning action to adjust the zone boundary to coincide with the new lot line which is the subject of this item. 2. The ~roject is exempt from environmental review as a Class 3(c) exemption. B. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a motion recommending that the City Council approve the adjustment between the R-3-P-12 and C-N zone boundary at the northeast corner of Telegraph Canyon Road and Nacion Avenue as shown on Exhibit A. C. DISCUSSION 1. Existing site characteristics. Both the C-N and R-3-P-12 zoned properties in question are currently vacant. However, as indicated earlier the City has approved a tentative map (Hilltop Terrace) for the development of the R-3-P-12 property. No plans have been submitted for the development of the commercial property. 2. Lot line adjustment. The proposed lot line adjustment will not only encompass the covered channel but also the proposed down slopes to the north of the channel. The existing C-N zoned lot contains approximately 24,390 sq. ft. The new lot will contain an approximate area of 31,880 sq. ft. 3. Land use. The proposed C-N expansion area consists of a covered drainage channel and slopes which cannot be built on, however, the additional area can be used for parking to allow greater flexibility in the development of the adjacent commer- cial lot. ROMAN City Planning Commission Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 Page 4 4. PUBLIC HEARING: Conditional use permit PCC-82-12, request to ~erate ~amio~ A. BACKGROUND 1. The applicant, Xanadu Clubs, Inc., is requesting permission to establish a ladies gaming parlor offering card games of draw poker and bridge (auction and contract) at 4088 Bonita Road within the existing Bonita Village shopping center in the C-C-D zone. The applicant has obtained one of the existing licenses (this license replaces a cardroom previously operated at 11 Third Avenue) to operate a card room in the City of Chula Vista. 2. An Initial Study, IS-82-21, of possible adverse environmental impacts of the project was conducted by the Environmental Review Committee on January 14, 1982. The Committee concluded that there would be no significant environmental effects and recommended that a Negative Declaration be adopted. B. RECOBMENDATION 1. Find that this project will have no significant environmental impacts and adopt the Negative Declaration issued on IS-82-21. 2. Based on the findings contained in Section "E" of this report, adopt a motion approving PCC-82-12 to establish a ladies gaming parlor at 4088 Bonita Road, subject to the condition that the conditional use permit shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission after six months of operation or at an earlier time if unforeseen problems should develop. The purpose of the review is to determine the compatibility of the use with residences to the south and with nearby businesses. At the time of the review, the Planning Commission may attach additional conditions of operation or, for good cause shown, order the termination of the conditional use permit. C. DISCUSSION 1. Existing site characteristics. The applicant intends to lease 1,390 sq. ft. of floor space within the Bonita Village shopping center located on the south side of Bonita Road, east of Willow Road, in the C-C-D zone. The lease area is located at the southwest corner of the "L" shaped building in the newest portion of the shopping center and immedi- ately south of the San Diego Trust and Savings Bank on Bonita Road. The store immediately to the north of the proposed use is a health food market and the store area immediately to the east is vacant. 2. Proposed use. The card room will contain two restrooms, a small snack area, an office/cashier area, and a maximum of eight tables (8 persons to a table). The proposed hours of operation are from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday through Saturday. There will be two work shifts with two employees per shift. The application states that the gaming parlor will cater to women and escorted gentlemen. City Planning Commission Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 Page 5 3. Code requirements. The proposed use is governed by Chapter 5.20 of the Municipal Code, which in summary establishes the following regulations: a. No card games except draw poker, low-ball, and contract and auction bridge; b. Hours of operation, Monday through Saturday, between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight; c. No drinking of alcoholic beverages on the premises; d. Minimum age, 21 years; e. Not more than eight tables and eight players to a table (maximum 64 persons); f. The playing area of each table must be visible from outside the establishment; and g. The games must be supervised by the operator or employees of the establishment. E. ANALYSIS 1. The zoning ordinance lists cardrooms as conditional uses in the C-C and C-T zones. The Bonita Village shopping center is in the C-C zone. 2. The proposed use conforms to the provisions of the code governing such establishments. Offstreet parking within the center is ample. On the basis of experience with other cardrooms, the proposed use is not exDected to generate noise or otherwise be objectionable to nearby businesses. 3. The applicant has emphasized that the establishment will be a "gaming parlor." Rules of conduct are intended to create an atmosphere which is not normally asso- ciated with typical card rooms and which is in keeping with the image of the Bonita community. (See attached letter from the applicant.) 4. There are no other establishments of this type within close proximity of the proposed use. Therefore, the proposed establishment will offer this particular activity to the residents of the Bonita area. 5. While we do not anticipate a problem with this proposed use, a shopping center location is a bit unusual for this type of use. The hours of operation will be different from most other uses in the center, so it will extend somewhat the period of activity associated with the center. For these reasons, it is appropriate for the Planning Commission to review this application after the business has been in operation for a time. E. FINDINGS 1. That the proposed use at the location is necessary or desirable to provide a service or facility which will contribute to the general well being of t~e neighborhood or the community. There are no other establishments of this type in the immediate area; the proposed use will offer a service to the residents not presently available. City Planning Commission Agenda Items for Meeting of February lO, 1982 Page 6 2. ~hat such use wil~ not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety or general welfare of persons residin9 or working in the vicinity or injurious to property or improvements in the vicinity. The proposed use will be located in a corner of the building somewhat removed from the other uses in the center~ the nature of the use and proposed method of operation should not have an adverse effect on the adjoining uses. 3. That the proposed use will comply with the regulations and conditions specified in the code for such use. The proposed use meets the regulations established by Chapter 5.20 of the Municipal Code. 4. That the granting of this conditional use permit will not adversely affect the general plan of the city or the adopted plan of any governmental agency. The subject property is designated for retain commercial use on the General Plan. The proposed use is in keeping with this designation. January 14~ 1982 City of Chula Vista 276 Fourth Avenue Chula Vista, California 92010 Planning Department Mr. Mando Liuag, Assistant Planner, please: RE: Pending Application for Conditional Use Permit Xanadu Clubs, Inc. Dear Mr. Liuag: As per your request, enclosed please find a copy of the business license issued to "Xanadu Clubs" expiring December 31, 1981 and a receipt for the renewal thereof. As we discussed, I am in- formed that this license allows us to ope rate a "Ladies Gaming Parlour" under the provisions of the current City ordinances govern- ing gaming establishments. Initially, should our application for a Conditional Use Permit be approved, we would organize games of draw poker among our clientele with opening wagers of twenty-five ($.25) cents and further wagers of either twenty-five ($.25) cents, fifty ($.50) cents, or one ($1.00) dollar. Games would be limited to a maximum of two (2) raises per hand and each person playing would be charged one ($1.00) dollar for each one-half (1/2) hour of playing time. Additionally, we would offer the opportunity for our clientele to play auction or contract bridge when our permitted tables are not otherwise occupied. We will allow the ladies at each bridge table to determine the wager per point difference at the end of the game and will charge the same one ($1.O0) dollar for each one-half (1/2) hour of playing time. Thank you for your courtesy during our telephone conversation this morning. Should you require any additional information concern- ing our proposed business, please advise. Cordially, XANADU CLUBS, INC. ~x~;~i ~ Officer J MH/j s encl. Lowell Blankfort Newspa s 315 Fourth Avenue, Suite S Chula Vista, Calif. 92010 January 27, 1982 ~om'-,1s sion Planning '~ ~' ' City of Chula Vista P.O. Box 1087 Chula Vista, Ca. 92012 I have received a notice that a "gaming parlor for ladies and escorted gentlemen" has been proposed for &088 Bonita ltd., which is near my home on Old Orchard Lane. I will be out of the country until the end of 14arch and so will not be able to personally appear if the public hearing is held before then. This letter, therefore, is to state my strong opposition to the proposed project on grounds that it is an improper land use, is not in keeping with the nature of the surrounding residential and commercial area and constitues an activity that would have an unwholesome impact on the atmosphere of the neighborhood and particularly on its children. ~omme r_c ia 1 ' The\area surrounding the proposed gaming parlor is primarily of a service and small retail nature. A gambling den in its midst would be a disservice to this area and to the residential area surrounding it. It also would, in my opinion, seriously undermine property values. Sin~ce rely, , ~owell Bla nkfort Office: (714) 427-6840 · Home: (714) 475-2240 negative- declaration PROJECT NAME: Xanadu Club PROJECT LOCATION: 4088 Bonita Road PROJECT APPLICANT: Xanadu Clubs, Inc. P. O. Box 522 Bonita, CA 92002 CASE NO. IS-82-21 DATE: January 28, 1982 A. PROJECT SETTING The applicant proposes to establish a business within the existing Bonita Village shopping center located at 4088 Bonita Road. The subject building space involves 1390 sq. ft. of floor area, formerly utilized as office space. Adequate onsite parking is already provided and the use is oriented away from adjacent residential areas. B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The applicant proposes to establish a cardroom which will accommodate eight playing tables and seating for 64 persons. Hours of operation are planned to extend from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday through Saturday. C. COMPATIBILITY WITH ZONING AND PLANS The proposed use is allowed within the C-C-D zone with the approval of a conditional use permit and conforms with the retail commercial land use desig- nation of the General Plan. D. FINDINGS OF INSIGNIFICANT IMPACI 1. The site is currently developed and is void of any .siqnificant wildlife or natural resources. There are no geologic hazards known to exist within the vicinity. 2. The proposed cardroom is not at variance with the General Plan nor associated elements and is not anticipated to achieve short term to the disadvantage of long term environmental goals. 3. No potential impacts have been identified that could interact to create a substantial cumulative effect on the environment. 4. Project implementation is not anticipated to result in any significant increase in traffic, nor is any source of significant noise expected. city of chula vista planning departmenl environmental review section E. CONSULTATION 1. Individuals and organizations: City of Chula Vista - Steve Griffin, Associate Planner Bill Harshman, Senior Engineer Roberto Saucedo, Associate Engineer Ted Monsell, Fire Marshal Tom Dyke, Building Department Duane Bazzel, Assistant Planner 2. Documents IS-79-18, Yankee Dollar Cardroom Tho Initial .qt:u~l¥ A~)~ 1 [c.~ io;t m~l ,~valuation forms documenting the findin,rr; otl n~ ~,m~ Fic:.~nt ~n'.pa~=t ,-~r-~~ on [~le and available for public ?~v~w .~t th,~ ~f~l,~ x'ir;t:a I'l,mninq Dept., 276 4th Avenue, ENVIRO~EN'F~%L REVIEW COO~DI:;ATOR of chula vista planning department city environmental review section City Planning Commission Page 7 Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 5. PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of tentative subdivision map for Villa Contessas. Chula vista Tract 82-10 - Jeanne Campbell A. BACKGROUND 1. The applicant has submitted a tentative subdivision map known as villa Contessas, Chula Vista Tract 82-10, in order to develop a 25,230 sq. ft. (0.6 acres) parcel located at 241 "H" Street in the R-3 zone.into a one lot condominium project consisting of 18 dwelling units. 2. An Initial study, IS-81-37, of possible adverse environmental i~pacts of the project was conducted by the Environmental Review Committee on May 7, 1981. The Committee concluded that there would be no significant environmental effects and recommended adoption of the Negative Declaration. B. RECO~9~ENDATION 1. Find that this project will have no significant environmental impact and adopt the Negative Declaration issued on IS-81-7. 2. Based on the findings contained in Section "D" of this report, adopt a motion recommending that the City Council approve the tentative subdivision map for villa Contessas, Chula Vista Tract 82-10, subject to the following conditions: a. The developer shall grant to the City a 7.5 foot street tree easement within the subdivision adjacent to "H" Street. b. CC&R's shall include provisions for the maintenance of the sewer within the subdivision boundary. c. The developer shall record Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R'S) concurrently with the recordation of the final map, and which shall be subject to the approval of the City Council. d. The City of Chula Vista shall be made a party to the CC&R's which shall include, but not be limited to the following: 1) Prohibition of garage conversions; 2) Prohibition against the parking of recreational vehicles on site; 3) Provisions for the maintenance of all common areas, required fencing, recreational areas and buildings, and driveways. City Planning Commission Page 8 Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 C. DISCUSSION 1. Adjacent zoni~ and land use. North R-3 Duplex South R-3 Apartments East R-3 Apartments West R-3 Single family dwelling 2. Existing site characteristics. The subject property is a level rectangular lot with 87 feet of street frontage on the northerly side of "H" Street between Second and Third Avenues and with a lot depth of 290 feet. The site is presently developed with a single family dwelling which will be removed to make room for the proposed development. 3. Proposed project. a. The proposed development will consist of 18 condominium units located in a single, three story structure to be constructed at the rear of the subject property with the parking location in front of the units. Access is provided by a single two-way driveway. A total of 28 parking spaces will be provided on the site, 11 of which are located in two garage structures. The garages are so arranged as to screen the parking from the street. b. The architecture can be described as a contemporary Tudor design with a pitched roof of medium shake shingle. The exterior elevations will be a combination of stucco and brick with wood trim. The balconies and stairways will be wood. 4. Design Review Committee On August 20, 1981 the Design Review Committee approved the project subject to the following conditions: a. Exterior parking lot lights shall be shielded to reduce glare on adjacent properties. b. A revised landscape and irrigation plan shall be prepared and a minimum of two 24" box trees shall be used in the parking lot in addition to box size trees identified on the previous landscaping plan. c. The entry drive shall be widened to a minimum 22 ft. width, extending to the curb line. Page 9 City Planning Co~ission Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 d. The pedestrian walkway shall utilize a concrete finish with red brick border; all colors and materials to be used for the walkway shall be approved by the planning Department prior to the issuance of building permits. e. A 2 ft. wide planter shall be installed adjacent to the east side of the four car garage. D. FINDINGS Pursuant to Sections 66473.5 of the subdivision Map Act, the tentative subdivision map for Villa Contessas, Chula Vista Tract 82-10, is found to be in conformance with the various elements of the City's General Plan based on the following: 1. The site is physically suitable for the residential development and the proposal conforms to all standards established by the City for such projects. 2. The design of the subdivision will not affect the existing improvements--streets, sewers, etc.--which have been designed to avoid any serious problems. 3. The project is in substantial conformance with the Chula Vista General Plan Elements as follows: a. Land Use - The subject property is designated on the General Plan for high density residential at 13-26 dwelling units per acre. The proposed density is in conformance with the General Plan designation. b. Circulation - The development will be served by an existing public street. c. Housing - The proposed project will provide additional housing for the residents of the City of Chula Vista. d. Conservation - The subject property is located within the urbanized area of the City of Chula Vista and the requirements for development will preserve as many existing trees as possible. e. Parks and Recreation, and Open Space - The proposed development will be required to pay fees in lieu of the dedication and improvement of park lands. f. Seismic Safety, and Safety - No known faults exist within close proximity to the subject property. The project is well within the response time of the fire station located at Fourth and "F" Streets. City Planning Cor~nission Pa§e ]0 Agenda Items for Meeting of February 10, 1982 g. Noise - All dwellings are to be designed so as not to exceed a maximum interior noise level of 45 dBA. h. Scenic Highway - The subject property is not adjacent to a designated scenic highway. i. Bicycle Routes - The existing street has been designed to accommodate bicycle movement. j. Public Buildings - No public buildings have been designated on the subject property. 4. Pursuant to Section 66412.2 of the subdivision Map Act the Con~nission certifies that it has considered the effect of this approval on the housing needs of the region and has balanced those needs against the public service needs of the residents of the City and the available fiscal and environmental resources. WPC 0002P negative- declaration PROJECT NAME: Villa Contessa Condominiums PROJECT LOCATION: 241 H Street PROJECT APPLICANT: Brennan & Campbell 294 Shasta Chula Vista, CA CASE NO: IS-81-37 DATE: May 7, 1981 A. Project Setting The project site involves approximately 25,230 sq. ft. of property located at 241 H Street. A single family dwelling is presently located on the project site. Adjacent uses consist of multiple family units to the east, a suplex to the north, H Street and multiple family development to the south, and a single family dwelling to the west. The project site contains numerous mature trees. B. Project Description The applicant proposes to remove the existing dwelling at 241 H Street in order to construct eighteen condominium units contained in one three story structure. Appropriate parking and landscaping will also be provided. C. Compatibility with zoning and plans The proposed project will result in a net density of 32 units per acre which is consistent with the current R-3 zoning and high density residential land use designation of the General Plan. D. Identification of environmental impacts 1. Soils The City Engineering Dept. has indicated that expansive soils are present in the project area, therefore, to assure stable construction, a soils report shall be required with all recommendations incorporated into the project. 2. Parks & Recreation The existing park acreage in Park District No. 3 is 8.6 acres, and the current acreage requirements for this district is 22.4 acres. The proposed project will generate the need for .10 acres of parkland which can be satisfied by payment of in-lieu park fees which will be used for acquisition and development of additional park acreage. of chula vista planning department ~--~ city environmental review section 3. Aesthetics The proposed project will have a parking area for 30 cars which will necessitate some type of exterior lighting. Since the project site is surrounded by residential development, care should be taken to screen exterior lights from excess glare on adjacent properties. The applicant proposes to remove numerous mature trees spotted throughout the site. A site plan, accurately plotting the size, type and location of all trees to be removed or retained shall be submitted for staff consideration prior to review by the Design Review Committee. 4. Noise A preliminary noise analysis has been conducted by the City's Engineering Dept. The estimated noise level at the closest proposed unit to H Street, given a 1995 ADT projection of 30,000 automobile trips on H Street, is 68.15 dBA. The maximum allowable noise level for private open space areas is 65dBA and for interior living areas is 45dBA. Standard construction techniques will reduce noise levels by 20dBA. Since the projected noise levels exceed the maximum noise levels, a detailed analysis should be conducted by a qualified acoustician with recommendations to be incorporated into the development plans. 5. Schools The local elementary school (Rosebank) serving the project area is currently operating at above capacity enrollment. The developer shall comply with public facilities policies and ensure adequate classroom space for new students. E. Mitigation necessary to avoid significant effect 1. Exterior parking lot lights shall be shielded to reduce excess glare on adjacent properties. 2. A site plan delineating the location, size and type of all mature trees on the property and identifying those which are to be removed shall be submitted to the City Landscape Architect prior to consideration by the Design Review Committee. The Landscape Architect shall report to the Design Review Committee on the retention of trees or other appropriate mesaures. The following measures are standard development regulations and are advisory only. 3. A detailed noise analysis shall be conducted by a qualified acoustician with recommendations to be incorporated into the project. 4. A soils i~port shal~ be prepared and~ll recommendations are to be incorporated into the project. 5. In-lieu park fees shall be required prior to building permits. 6. The developer shall provide the City with written assurance from the school districts that adequate educational facilities are available for all new students. F. Findings of insignificant impact 1. The site is void of any endangered wildlife; however, there is an abundant variety of mature trees present. Site plan and architectural review by the Design Review Committee will ensure that existing trees will be preserved where feasible. There are no geological hazards in the project vicinity. 2. The proposed project is in conformance with the General Plan and associated elements and is not anticipated to achieve short term to the disadvantage of long term environmental goals. 3. Potential impacts can be mitigated and none are anticipated to interact and cause any substantial cumulative effect on the environment. 4. The project will result in limited additional vehicle traffic and no significant increase in related emissions or noise will occur. G. Consultation City of Chula Vista Steve Griffin, Associate Planner Roger Daoust, Senior Engineer Shabda Roy, Associate Engineer Ted Monsell, Fire Marshal Tom Dyke, Plan Checker Merritt Hodson, Resource. Conserv. Comm. Duane Bazzel, Assistant Planner Jim Brennan - Applicant Documents IS-80-62 Villa Contessa Condos. (former negative declaration) The Initial Study Application and evaluation forms documenting the findings of no significant impact are on file and available for p~blic hearing at the Chula Vista Planninq Dept., 276 4th Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 92010 ENVIRO,.~MTAL REVIEW COOP~INATOR city of chula vista planning department environmental review section EH 6 I I I t I ' I I ' I Al- VARADO ST. _ __ ~A~A ST. ~lock oF"H" /~ CON~MINIUM UN~$. ..... ~i'f 'H~