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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Comm min 1970/07/20 MINUTES OF AN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PIANNING COMMISSION OF CHULA VISTA, CALIFORNIA July 20, 1970 An adjourned regular meeting of the City Planning Commission of Chula Vista~ California~ was held on the above date beginning at 7 p.m., in the Council Chamber, Civic Center, 276 Fourth Avenue, with the following members present: Stewart, Macevicz, Chandler, James, and Adams. Absent: (with previous notification) Rice and Hillson. Also present: Director of Planning Warren, Associate Planner Lee, City Attorney Lindberg~ City Engineer Cole, and Assistant City Engineer Gesley. In the absence of Chairman Rice, Vice- Chairman Stewart presided over the meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Member Chandler asked that the minutes of the meeting of July 6, 1970, be corrected to show that he and Chairman Rice voted "no" concerning the request for a conditional use permit for Morris Naiman to use the lot at 582/584 F Street for a parking lot in conjunction with a con~mercial enter- prise. The minutes, as recorded, indicate the vote was unanimous. MSUC (Macevicz-Chandler) Minutes of the meeting of July 6, 1970, be approved, as corrected. Request for architectural approval for color scheme - Kentucky Chicken - Third Avenue between Palomar Street and Quintard Avenue Associate Planner Kenneth Lee submitted a plat of the area noting the location of the property in question. The applicant is requesting architectural approval for a Kentucky Fried Chicken enterprise, and this is before the Commission because of the proposed color scheme. Mr. Lee then passed around colored photographs showing the proposed color scheme as striped concrete block in white and persimmon with a black roof. He stated that even though no definite architectural theme has been established for this area, the staff feels that by eliminating the stripes and utilizing a more compatible mono- chrome wall with a harmonious roof, the basic objectives outlined in the site plan and architectural approval to encourage harmonious development would be met. Mr. Lee especially noted the different architecture of the building constructed in Mission Viejo. Mr. Ken Bodley~ San Diego representative for Kentucky Fried Chicken~ stated that because of the different architecture of the business in Mission Viejo - not that of their national image - the people do not associate it with Kentucky Colonel, and as a consequence, this business is now having financial difficulty. Mr. Dan Robner, designer for the company, discussed the existing architecture in this shopping center and maintained that this building would be compatible since it has a Spanish architecture. Member Adams remarked that he felt the building~ as proposed, was not compatible because of the stripes, and further, that the staff and Commission were not so Page 2 concerned with a business' "national image" as with good planning and standards locally. MSUC (Chandler-Adams) Architectural approval of color scheme, as proposed, be denied. The applicant is asked to submit an alternative color to the Zoning Administrator for consideration. The submission shall include a monochrome color for the cement block walls and a compatible roof color, which shall be harmonious with the existing color in the Center. PUBLIC HEARING (Continued) - ZONE CHANGE - 315 L Street - from R-1 to C-C - Donald and Phyllis Learned Associate Planner Lee submitted a location map noting the property in question, the adjacent land use and zoning. The staff included the vacant parcel to the west since it is under the ownership of the developers of the shopping center. The request is for rezoning to C-C. The staff is recommending Commission's consideration of the C-0 zone which would allow the applicant to proceed with some type of office structure. Since the house contains 1900 square feet, it would require 6 off-street parking spaces; therefore, the house would probably have to be removed. In this regard, the staff strongly recommends the attachment of the Precise Plan zone. With this zone~ the vacant property to the west could be utilized for parking. Mr. Lee added that the staff recommends the establishment of the 10' setback for both lots, which will be in keeping with the C-0 zone. - Member Macevicz expressed his concern that this vacant lot should not be used as an exit to vent traffic onto L Street which carries a heavy amount of traffic. This being the time and place as advertised, the continued public hearing was opened. Mr. Donald Learned, 72 Vallecito Way, the applicant, explained that they bought the property some years ago for the purpose of having a real estate office here. They accept the C-O zoning, as recommended by the staff, but do not go along with the removal of the building as they feel it can easily be converted to office space. Presently, they can get 5 parking spaces on the premises, and in the building itself~ the square footage is 1472 not 1900. Mr. Roy Johnson, 351 Palomar Drive, stated he was concerned with the "dribbling" away of the residential area here, and that two years ago, a similar request was denied by the Commission. He asked where the commercial zoning on L Street will stop. Mr. Sam A~xtell, real estate representative for Longs Drug Store, declared that they have spent considerable money for a 6' high wall along the rear of the Center which will go down to L Street thus separating the commercial from the residential. His company owns this vacant parcel and have restricted it to parking use with some landscaping. He strongly recommends the attach- ment of the Precise Plan so they will know exactly what is going to go in there. They do, however~ recommend no change in the setback as presently established. There being no further comments~ either for or against~ the hearing was declared closed. Page 3 Member Macevicz discussed the fact that this parcel was not vacant a few months ago - - that it was purchased by Longs and the dwelling removed. Mr. Axtell claimed the building was torn down in order to get an unrestricted view. He admitted that it was unsightly at the present time~ but efforts are made each day to clean it up and it will be better. Chairman Pro Tem Stewart and Member Adams stated that the line should be "straightened out" and further agreed that the setback should be reduced to 10' to be in accord with the Zoning Ordinance for this particular zone. He added that if the developers propose to use this vacant parcel for access purposes, they will have to file a conditional use permit application; at this time, the Commission can discuss the traffic generating out to L Street. RESOLUTION NO. PCZ-70-P Resolution of the City Planning Commission Recommending to City Council the Change of MSUC (Adams-Chandler) Zone from R-1 to C-0-P for Property at 315 L Street and the Vacant Lot Immediately to West (321 L Street) And a Change of Setback to 10' Findings be as follows: 1. Public convenience would best be served by rezoning these parcels to C-0 thus providing a buffer zone for adjoining single-family dwellings. 2. Good zoning practice would not prevail by leaving property zoned R-1 when it can no longer function in that capacity due to traffic congestion on three sides of the site: major street to south, commercial drive to the east, and parking lot to the north. PUBLIC HEARING (Continued) - VARIANCE - West of Third Avenue between K & L Streets - Request for revolvin$ sign 50' high - Vons Market & Longs Drug Store A request has been received from the applicants that this matter be filed and taken off the agenda. MSUC (Chandler-Macevicz) Application be filed. PUBLIC HEARING (Continued) PREZONING - North of Telegraph Canyon Road-Otay Lakes Road - to "P-C" - Otay Land Company Director of Planning Warren explained that this was a continued public hearing from the meeting of July 6, 1970. A meeting was held by the staff and the different agencies involved, and they found that most of the problems discussed at the last meeting can be solved in the development of detailed planning. Following is a brief synopsis of his comments: Land Use The staff finds the basic land use as generally acceptable~ with certain reservations about the commercial use. Page 4 Commercial Use Recent developments in the South Bay area have left some question as to whether or not the proposed 90 acre regional shopping center can be justified. Over 100 acres one and one-quarter miles to the north (National City) has just recently been rezoned commercial, and with the existing areas zoned commercial along 805 Freeway in Chula Vista, this offers potential problems. It is questionable that this amount of commercial zoning was anticipated when Real Estate Research Corporation did the market analysis for Gersten Construction Company. As to the small convenience centers, experience reveals that these could become problem areas, and therefore, the sites should be carefully located and designed. Parks and O~en Space A detailed review of the Plan reveals that what is proposed is inadequate to serve the complete needs of this community. The Gas & Electric easement going through this development will have some value in connecting areas of open space~ but its use is limited. The other areas proposed for the green belt is a canyon slope and offers little possibility for active recreation. The City has adopted the policy of having 3 to 5 acre sites adjacent to elementary schools. Because of the low density of the equestrian community, the applicant maintains that the basic topography of Rice Canyon can be preserved which will include bridle paths open to the public. The staff feels there may be more value to the community in increasing the density of portions of the equestrian community in exchange for the preservation of certain portions of Rice Canyon. Public Facilities Elementary Schools - The District has projected a need for 18 schools for this and adjacent areas - the proposed population for this community will generate a need for 12 schools. Junior High Schools - The District has indicated a need for 2 30-acre sites; the Plan shows one site. High Schools - The District indicates a need for an additional high school site located somewhere north of H Street. The staff believes a more southerly location will be more functional. City Facilities Fire Stations - The Fire Department indicates a need for 2 sites; these sites have been chosen and are acceptable to the applicant. Library - A request by the Librarian is for one branch library preferable in or adjacent to a shopping center. Police Station - This department states that no additional facilities are projected at this time; however, the staff feels a branch station will ultimately be needed - perhaps in the vicinity of the College. Page 5 Public Utilities No comments have been received from the utility companies. These are facilities that must be provided, of course, and in most cases, will be handled directly by the developer. Circulation The Commission has received a copy of a letter from the County Engineer and the State Division of Highways. They state the need for additional studies, but also indicate that the capacity of the streets proposed may be inadequate. Recommendation The staff recommends tentative approval of the Plan a~d asks the Commission to place on the meeting of August 3, 1970, a resolution for approval. This will delineate standards for the development of the~tailed plans and would qualify approval of the regional shopping center. In the interim, the staff will meet with the County Engineer, the State Division of Highways and the applicant to discuss the circulation problems. In the event the Commission finds the need for further review, the staff recommends that a workshop session with the applicants be scheduled. City Engineer Gesley commented on the correspondence received from the State Division of Highways and the County Engineer. He stated that the studies made so far indicate a need for a north-south road to take care of the traffic. One problem under consideration is whether or not the equestrian community will be private or open to the public. If it is to be private, he would envision that it would be difficult to have too many gates, and that they would probably want to have the entrance on H Street and not some other locations. If this is true, then they have probably eliminated discussion on the north-south road. If, in fact, the equestrian community is public, then other access roads would have to be obtained. They agree with the residents in the Bonita area that the grevillea trees shomld be preserved. Mr. Gesley pointed out a couple of alternate routes that could be taken. This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was reopened. Mr. Carmen Pasquale, partner of the Otay Land Company, stated he concurs with the recommendations of the staff. As to the apartment areas, there will be open areas within these developments. As to industrial, they too, were disappointed that they could not put this use into their Plan; however, perhaps in the process of the development, they may find some area to fit it into. As to the commercial, they are not concerned with the recent 100+ commercial area recently rezoned by National City. Their Real Estate Research Corporation made their market analysis based on what would be generated from their proposed community. If they asked them to make another survey today, they would only come up with the same thing. As to the convenience shopping centers~ when they get into the precise plan, this would be the time to decide upon these sites. The school sites have not been fully determined--some of the sites have the parks nearby. As to additional parks, they would be happy to consider them, if the staff tells them where they want them. As to the equestrian Page 6 community, the bridle paths will be public - the rest will be private. Mr. Pasquale discussed the circulation plan and commented that perhaps a service road could be brought off 805; however, the topography is such that a road cannot be built very easily. Mr. Jim Hutchinson, Wilsey & Hum, consultants for the developers, explained that the generation factor they used in computing the traffic was the one developed in the San Diego Cotmty Metropolitan Study--1964 Western States Study. They will be working with the staff to resolve the north-south road. Mr. Hutchinson commented that as far as a possible frontage road along 805 is concerned, they are let to believe that this is almost impossible because of the topography; however, they would be in favor of it if it is possible. Director Warren noted six letters of protest that were received from the residents of the area protesting the proposed street going through to Willow. Speaking in protest relative to this proposed road were: Gil Myers, Horton Road~ Frank Philips, 3942 Horton Road, smd Paul Hathaway, 4150 Hill Road, Bonita. Mr. Joseph Rindone, Superintendent of the Sweetwater Union High School District, stated they will need a minimum of two junior high schools and one senior high school. Mr. Richard Glen, 6005 Gothum Street, was concerned over the lack of any industrial use in the Plan and felt that the proposed regional shopping center could be redirected towards this line. The applicant has stated that the 35,000 projected population for this community would support this shopping center. If this is true, Mr. Glen asked, then why have they sited this center adjacent to the 805 Freeway--it would make more sense to have the center on the east side of the development. Mr. Glen further remarked that the area seems relatively exclusive and perhaps the lower-income groups could not afford to live here. He asked that it be open to all income-groups. Mr. Bennett, one of the two fumilies living in the immediate area~ stated he was also speaking for the other resident (Holderness) and said they were concerned over the fact that, if this area annexed to the City, theirs would probably be brought in also. They wondered if they would be obligated to pay for sewage and other improvements. Mr. Bennett also questioned the matter of the public notice which he received on July 8. Director Warren declared that the gentleman should come in and discuss these details of improvements with the staff. As to the notices, over 450 were sent and in this process~ it was noted that this gentleman was missed, so a notice was immediately sent out to him. City Attorney LIndberg declared that the fact that the party appeared before the Commission waives the notice requirement, and any defect in notice that is not substantial does not affect the merits of the hearing. As to the improvement obligations, it is very difficult to predict what those might be. It might result from the development of adjacent properties and there may be a requirement to complete improvements across property which this gentleman owns, but it is impossible, at this time to stipulate what those will be. Page 7 - Mr. Ted Richmond, representing San Diego Gas & Electric Company, stated that the conceptual envisionment of using their right-of-way does not appear to be objectionable. It should be understood, however, that the easement is primarily for the construction, maintenance, and supply of the Gas & Electric energy. Director Warren emphasized that this is a consideration of the "P-C" zoning-- that each of the land uses will occur only upon approval of precise plan. It is not logical to expect detailed plans at this time; these items will receive a great deal more attention than we are able to give to the overall plan. Mr. Warren then discussed the proposed circulation plan, the proposed roads, and the adjacent areas. He assured the Commission that they will give careful thought to the needs for these streets but not at the expense of adjacent areas. There being no further comments, either for or against, the hearing was declared closed. Member Chandler discussed the road proposed to join Willow Street at Bonita Bridge, and stated, at peak times, there is far too much traffic there now. He feels this particular road would not be needed, in view of the area to the north and the equestrian community which would generate low volumes of traffic. Member Adams indicated that he is in agreement with the overall concept, even though there are many loose ends which cannot be worked out tonight. These will have to be worked out with the staff and the developer and a recommendation made to the Commission. Chairman pro tem delineated the following items to be put into the resolution: (1) School sites and sizes to be spelled out: 18 elementary sites; two 30-acre sites for junior high schools; one 48-acre site for a senior high school. (2) Parks & Open Space: The staff should get together with the Director of Parks & Recreation and the developers to come up with a realistic plan as to the areas and tentative locations of parks and open spaces. It has been the practice in the past to locate park areas adjacent to schools. (3) Circulation: The applicant, Planning staff and Public Works Department should make a real effort before August 3 to come up with a solution to the problem that would satisfy the needs. There seems to be a wide variance with the standards that have been applied by the different agencies, and this should be resolved. The Public Works Department should take the initative and get the County, State and City to come to an agreement. In this connection, an access should be made from the northeasterly areas, as described by Mr. Hutchinson, to make a connection out to Otay Lakes Road for those people who may want to go out this area to the northeast without having to go down to Southwestern College. The road going from the R-3 area at the northwest part of the area should be included in this resolution and a study be made to make that a little greater in capacity than it now has in order to relieve the pressure that the State indicated would be placed on the intersection of 805 and H Street and the area between the shopping center and 805. Page 8 SUBDIVISION - Windsor Heights - Tentative Map and Planned Unit Development Associate Planner Lee stated this involves both the tentative map and the planned unit development, so he will comment on both simultaneously. On May 25, 1970, the Commission approved a basic concept for this development subject to approval of precise plans; eight conditions were specified in the development of these detailed plans. Mr. Lee then delineated the specific conditions imposed. He commented in detail the condition which requested the preservation of the view from the adjacent residential development to the south, and submitted a cross section of two areas of the Plan pointing out that this proposed development will preserve the view of most of the adjacent residents. Mr. Lee submitted a rendering of the proposed dwelling units and explained that they are two-story attached dwellings. He added that the plan is for 56 units; each unit will have a two-car garage, 51 additional spaces being provided in parking bays which represents a substitute for normal curb parking. The staff is recommending approval subject to certain conditions, which Mr. Lee delineated. Director of Planning Warren commented on the storage area as proposed in the Plan; the staff doesn't want to see it located so adjacent residents will look into it, and are asking the Planning Commission not to give approval to that particular site. He added that the Commission requested that adjacent residents be notified of this planned unit development, but it is not a legal public hearing. Mr. John Moore, architect, Inter-City Engineers, discussed their cross- section plan, noting the views that would be maintained for the adjacent residents. He commented on the architecture of the proposed units and stated that they will have landscaping both on the front and rear of the buildings. As to the utility storage area for campers, etc., this will have a partial roof and trees planted around it to screen it. Their recreation areas are oriented to more passive recreations. Member Macevicz questioned the foot path proposed for the southwest corner of the development and questioned whether or not this was the highest elevation as it now exists. Mr. Moore indicated there would be a row of steps going up into it. It would be about 8'. Mr. Lee remarked that there is a possibility that the area north of these steps will have to be fenced, since it abuts the school property, and precautions should be taken to avoid any motorcycles, etc., going through. City Attorney Lindberg declared that (1) in the event certain streets are not dedicated and left as private roads, then they should recommend adoption of a resolution imposing traffic regulations and local ordinance; and (2) as an alternative to the Home Owner's Association, they accept a Park Maintenance or Open Space Assessment District and that the property be held as open space by virtue of an easement to the City for such purposes. City Engineer Gesley discussed the requirements for the streets and the City standards. In comparing this with other developments, (duplex developments and the like), the streets consist mostly of driveways; there is hardly any Page 9 any room to park. This street section should be acceptable--it is unique and it will do the job. Mr. Gesley further commented that there is an advantage of having the streets public, in that the City will take care of the maintenance, sweeping, etc. Speaking in opposition to the Plan were: Gary Wright, 613 Sheffield Court; Tom Farrell, 654 Myra Avenue; Jim Johnson, 639 Windsor Circle; Bill Jordon, 612 Melrose Avenue. Their comments were as follows: (1) There should be another access to this development; (2) Melrose is a steep road and there is considerable traffic on it now--when this development occurs, there will be about 100 more cars using this road; (3) the Commission should consider I Street be extended as the other possible access; (4) there should be one row of single story units adjacent to the existing residential area to preserve the view; (5) they have deed restrictions prohibiting a two-story house and TV antennaes in Windsor Park--if the TV antennaes are permitted, it will downgrade their properties. Director Warren indicated he would explore the question of the TV antennaes. City Attorney Lindberg discussed the provisions of the underground ordinance. He commented that until the restrictions are lifted on the TV cable lines, these people will, in all possibility, have to have the outside antennaes. The Commission discussed the overall concept of the Plan. MSUC (Macevicz-Adams) Recommend to the City the Approval of the Tentative Map of Windsor Heights Subdivision RESOLUTION NO. PCS-70-5 The approval of the subdivision map and the planned unit development to be subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant shall grant easements to the City for traffic enforce- ment and access rights over all areas for vehicular travel or maintenance, unless such areas are dedicated to the City, and further, shall request that the City adopt a resolution imposing all provisions of the California Vehicle Code and the Traffic Code of the City of Chula Vista as regulations upon said private streets and parking areas within the subdivision. 2. The Planned Unit Development is subject to approval of the sub- division map. 3. The project shall be developed as one unit. 4. The open space, volleyball courts, playground areas, slope banks, etc., shall be improved in conformance with the approved landscaping and irrigation plan prior to issuance of certificates of occupancy for any dwelling constructed within the area. The landscaping and irrigation plan shall include the area within Sheffield Court designated for landscaping. Special attention should be given to certain areas throughout the project by incorporating specimen plants and trees subject to staff review. 5. The permittee shall make provision as outlined below, to assure the continued maintenance and operation of all open space and improvements above specified and obtain the City Planning Commission's approval of such provision: Page 10 The permittee and all persons, firms or corporations owning the property subject to this special use permit at the time of the recording of the final map and their heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns shall establish a Homeowners Association which shall have the duty to operate, maintain and repair the open space recreational facilities and improvements specified above primarily for the benefit of the residents of subject development and shall continue to operate, maintain and repair such open space, facilities and improvements until such time as the operation and maintenance of said recreational facilities and improvements is assumed by some public agency, district corporation or legal entity approved by the City Planning Commission. In lieu of said Homeowners Association or in combination therewith, the permittee may establish an Open Space Facilities and Improvement Maintenance District pursuant to the ordinances of the City of Chula Vista, which district shall have the power to assess the homeowners within the Planned Unit Development and levy such assess- ment annually to be collected with the tax bill by the County Assessor for such amounts as may be necessary to perform said service by contract with a private maintenance service corporation. 6. Ail buildings and structures shall be constructed at locations shown on the approved plot plan, or at such other locations as may subsequently be approved by the Planning Commission. 7. The terms and conditions of this planned unit development shall be binding upon the permittee, all persons, firms and corporations having an interest in the property subject to this planned unit development, and the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of each of them, including municipal corpora- tion, public agencies and districts. 8. This planned unit development shall terminate and become void and of no further effect two years from the effective date hereof: unless prior to such termination date, construction of the dwellings shall be commenced or unless prior to said termination date an extension of time is granted by the Planning Commission. 9. A copy of the deed restrictions shall be filed with the City. These restrictions shall prohibit garage conversion. 10. A lighting plan shall be submitted for staff approval. 11. Pedestrian access shall be granted from Sheffield Court to the easterly~ boundary of Hilltop High School (minimum width 6'). 12. Ail dwelling units constructed shall conform to the minimum require- ments outlined in the R-1 zone: 3 bedroom - 1200 square feet 4 bedroom - 1300 square feet +2 car garage (minimum 20' x 20') inside dimension. Page 11 13. Any structures to be erected shall be subject to site plan and architectural approval of the Zoning Administrator, as provided in the Zoning Ordinance. Such approval shall include colors and materials for all structures. The location of the trailer, boat and vehicle storage area shall be relocated, if possible. PUBLIC HEARING - VARIANCE - Southeast corner "I" Street and Oaklawn Avenue ReQuest for reduction of front yard from 20' to 15' - Fran Burger Associate Planner Kenneth Lee submitted a location map, noting the property in question, the adjacent land use and zoning. The applicant is requesting a variance to allow a 5' encroachment into the setback along "I" Street for a 5' wide planted area between the apartment building and the parking lot. The staff is recommending approval of the request which would allow the separation of the asphalt of the parking area from the building. This being the time and place as advertised, the public hearing was opened. ~ir. Fran Burger, the applicant, asked Commission's approval of his request. There being no further developments, for or against, the hearing was declared closed. The Commission discussed the request and concurred that it should be granted. .... MSUC (Chandler-Macevicz) Approval of the variance request. SUBDIVISION - Vista Loma Verde - Final Map Associate Planner Kenneth Lee submitted the final map of this subdivision noting the location as the north side of Orange Avenue, approximately 650' east of Hilltop Drive, encompassing 15 single-family lots on 4 acres of ground. Ail of the conditions of the tentative map have been complied with, and the staff is recommending approval of the map based on the condition submitted by the Division of Engineering. MSUC (Macevicz-James) Recommend approval of the final map of Vista Loma Verde Subdivision subject to the following condition: PCS-70-1 The final map shall not be submitted for Council action until corrections are made to the map in accordance with the check sheets, all fees are paid and all necessary bonds, agreements, deeds, letters, improvement plans and ease- ments, as required by the City Engineer, have been delivered to the City. ReQuest for Modification of Condition for Approval of Chula Vista Gardens~ Unit #6 Director of Planning Warren explained that the Commission approved the final map of this subdivision on July 6, 1970, stipulating certain conditions of approval. One condition included a requirement for off-site improvement - of the north side of East Palomar Street, west of Unit #6, extending to Nolan Avenue. The developers are requesting that this condition be deleted since they do not own the property and have been unable to acquire it. The Engineering Division agrees with the Planning staff that the south side of Page 12 East Palomar with the existing improvements can adequately serve this proposed subdivision since additional access can be gained through Nacion Avenue connecting to the north and south. Mr. Warren added that future subdivisions are being planned for that area east of Interstate 805 which will utilize East Palomar Street as a means of access. If extensive activity proceeds to the East Palomar Street, it will not adequately service the area and full dedication and improvement would have to be made. He further added that he spoke to the attorney today representing the owner of the property (United Enterprises) and attempted to find out why this lease is so inflexible. He could not get an answer--because of the various policies etc., of the corpor- ation, but the land will not become available for development for many months. With this in mind, the staff recommends approval of the modification. MSUC (Adams-Macevicz) Recommend to City Council that the Condition requiring off-site improvement of the north side of East Palomar Street, extending to Nolan Avenue be waived. ReQuest for Deferral of Public Improvements - South side of D Street~ east of Second Avenue - James and Bettye Peters Director of Planning Warren submitted a plat noting the location of this request which is for a deferral of public improvements for three lots located on the south side of D Street, east of Second Avenue. The Engineering Division has recommended approval asking that the applicant submit the valid legal description of the property in order to facilitate the estimation for bond deposit. The staff concurs with this recommendation. MSUC (Chandler-Macevicz) Approval of the deferment for public improvements. Staff Report - Request of South Bay Citizens' Committee for Moratorium on all developments alon~ Telegraph Canyon Road/Otay Lakes Road Director o£ Planning Warren explained that at the meeting of June 22, 1970, when this request was presented, the Commission asked the staff to bring back a report and recommendation for this meeting of July 20; however, due to the heavy work load in the office, the staff has been unable to prepare this recommendation. There is no wish to delay this report until it is too late, and especially in view of the Commission's consideration of the Otay Land Company plan; however, the staff is asking for additional time to make a study of this request - at least six weeks. Mrs. Kathryn Moore, member of this committee, asked that the staff be directed to work with the County Planning Department on this. Mr. Robert Small of the County has been put in charge of this project; however, he is presently on vacation, so there is no report from him. MSUC (Adams-Macevicz) Staff be given an additional period of time to make a study of this request and submit a recommendation to the Commission; this item to be put back on the Commission meeting of September 21, 1970. ReQuest for Extension of Time on Variance (Resolution #66-47) - Viva Subdivision - - (Flair Annex Subdivision) Director of Planning Warren explained that this is a request for another extension of the variance granted these developers in December 1966 to locate Page 13 a tract sales office on the east side of East Rienstra Street on Marl Court in a location which bisects a property line rather than observing a 5' side yard, and for an increase of 46 sq. ft. in sign area. This sales office is now being used to sell the Viva Homes. The staff recommends that the extension be granted and further requests authority from the Commission for approval of an additional one-year extension, if such is needed. MSUC (James-Chandler) Approval of a one-year extension of time, and the staff be authorized to grant an additional one-year extension, if such is needed. Request for extension of time on variance (Resolution #65-35) - 288 F Street - St. John Knits~ Inc. Director of Planning Warren explained that this applicant is requesting a one- year extension of time on their variance which expires on July 29, 1970. This is being used as an industrial classification for the manufacture of knit dresses. This property has been rezoned to R-3-H and plans for a High-Rise 16-story Senior Citizens' Housing Project is being planned for the site. No problems have incurred with the applicant's use of this site and the staff recommends approval of the request~ or until the use is discontinued. MSUC (Chandler-James) Approval of a one-year period of time or until the use is discontinued, whichever occurs first. Castle-Plymouth Discussion Director of Planning Warren stated this was brought back to the Commission for clarification of the action on the rezoning request. Recently, the Commission adopted the resolution recommending to the City Council a policy concerning future com~aercial zoning along E Street, and the staff interpreted the Commission's action as a reconsideration of the Castle-Plymouth rezoning request - to a recommendation of approval. However, discussing this with the Chairman, he indicated that the Commission was still opposed to the rezoning of this R-3 zoned property for commercial use. Member Adams stated that Chairman Rice was exactly right. Member Chandler remarked that the E Street Zoning Study and the Castle-Plymouth rezoning request were two separate items. He voted against the request and will not change his vote. The other Commissioners concurred. MSC (Chandler-Macevicz) Sustain their action on the Castle-Plymouth rezoning application in denying this request. The motion carried by the following vote, to-wit: AYES: Chandler, Macevicz~ Stewart, Adams NOES: Member James ABSENT: Members Hillson and Rice Page 14 Absent from Commission Member Chandler requested permission to be absent from the Commission on Monday, August 3, 1970. MSUC (Macevicz-Adams) Permission granted to Member Chandler to be absent on August 3, 1970. Lack of Sidewalks Member Macevicz discussed the lack of sidewalks on (1) the west side of Second Avenue, south of H Street, (2) on the north side of J Street, west of Myra Avenue, and along the north side of J Street, east of Mission Court. He is protesting these sites as a dangerous element to the children who have to walk over them going to school. Director Warren stated this will be investigated by the City Engineer. Home Occupation Request Mr. John Dowell~ 535 Woodlawn Avenue, asked Commission's consideration of approval of a music studio as a home occupation. He is presently living in an apartment, but is looking for a house which he can live in and use to teach music. The Commission discussed this request, with Chairman pro tem Stewart explaining that they have always denied these in the past since accordian less~ons, etc., create nuisances in a neighborhood. It creates an unfavorable impact on the residents next door, and the Commission would advise this gentlemen to look for something in a commercial zone. ADJOURNMENT MSUC (Macevicz-Chandler) The meeting be adjourned to the meeting of July 27, 1970. The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jennie M. Fulasz ~ ~SeCretary to Planning Commission