Month 1985.02 February.


Day 1985.02.05PC

PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
City of Vacaville
7:30 p.m. - City Council Chambers February 5, 1985

CALL TO ORDER:
    The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Rasmussen.

Present:    Chairman Rasmussen, Vice-Chairman Gjervold, Commissioner Brewer, Commissioner Matsuhara, Commissioner Rajander, Commissioner Whalen, Commissioner Williams
Absent:        
Also Present:    Planning Director Werner, Senior Planner Wystepek, Associate Planner Sexton, Assistant Planner Traut, and Assistant Public Works Director Baird

COMMUNICATIONS:
    None.

MISCELLANEOUS:
    None.

1.    CONSENT CALENDAR:
    None.

2.    CALIFORNIA OAKS APARTMENTS - Omega Architectural Group, applicants
    a.    Environmental Assessment (EA-1-85)
    b.    Planned Unit Development (PUD-1-85)
    c.    Zone Change (Z-1-85)
    Pertains to the proposed construction of 132 two-story apartments on 6.7 acres located along the north side of California Drive 200 feet east of Creekside Drive and the proposed rezoning of the property from RM-3000 PD to RM-2000 PD.

    Assistant Planner Traut reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record, noting that the project was consistent with the General Plan.  Staff recommended approval of the project.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    Steve Bowker, project architect

Those speaking in opposition to the project:
    Gene Knapp, concerned about fencing adjacent to single family homes.
    Kathleen Nesser, requested landscape screening from single family homes.
    Eva Easter, concerned about traffic.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION COMMENTS:
    It was the consensus of the Commission that this project was significantly better than the previous project that was approved on the site.

COMMISSION ACTION:
Environmental Assessment:
    Commissioner Brewer moved, Whalen seconded, to approve Negative Declaration (EA-1-85) as adequately addressing the environmental impacts of the project in accordance with CEQA and with the following findings: A & B as listed in the Staff Report.  Motion approved 7-0.

Planned Unit Development:
    Commissioner Brewer moved, Whalen seconded, to approve Planned Unit Development (PUD-1-85), subject to Mandatory Findings (a-g) and Findings 1-6 of Section 17.54.070(c) of the Zoning Ordinance and to the following conditions of approval:  A-N al listed in staff report.  Motion approved 6-1.  (No: Rajander)

Zone Change:
    Commissioner Brewer moved, Whalen seconded, to recommend to the City Council that the 6.7 acres be conditionally rezoned, per Section 17.78.080(c) of the Zoning Ordinance, from RM-3000 PD to RM-2000 PD as proposed by Zone Change Z-1-85 subject the following findings.  A & B as listed in staff report.  Motion approved 6-1. (No:  Rajander)

3.    THE SEQUOIA RETIREMENT CENTER APARTMENTS - Kalman, Roemer, Inc., applicants
    a.    Environmental Assessment (EA-51-85)
    b.    Planned Unit Development (PUD-22-84)
    Pertains to the establishment of a Housing Opportunity Area in order to permit the construction of a 180-unit residential retirement center for senior citizens, located at the southwest corner of Sequoia Drive and Yellowstone Drive in the Leisure Town area. The complex includes a community center for the residents of the retirement center and involves a two-story building design.

    Associate Planner Sexton reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 2, 1985 into the record, noting that the project is consistent with the General Plan and compatible with adjoining land uses.  Staff recommended approval of the project.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    Gene Kalman, developer
    Attorney for the applicant
    Jim Syar, Leisure Town developer
    Mary McIntire, Leisure Town
    Robert Lee, Leisure Town Homeowners Association

Those speaking in opposition to the project:
    D.R. Fleming, area resident

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION COMMENTS:
    Parking alternatives were discussed; a vote of 4-3 favored 1 uncovered parking space per 2 units.  The units should be maintained by the developer as affordable rental units for a period of 50 years.  Additionally, condominium conversion would be precluded for 50 years.

COMMISSION ACTION:
Environmental Assessment:
    Commissioner Rajander moved, Gjervold seconded, to approve Environmental Assessment (EA-51-84) for a negative declaration regarding the proposed project in accordance with the provisions of CEQA and with the finding that the project will not have a significant impact on the environment.  Motion approved 7-0.

Planned Unit Development:
    Commissioner Rajander moved, Gjervold seconded, to approve Planned Unit Development PUD-22-84 for the 180 unit apartment/retirement complex as a Housing Opportunity Area, including a reduction in the number of on-site parking spaces from 270 to 60, subject to Mandatory Findings (a-g, Findings 1-6 of Section 17.54.070(c) (PUD's) and Finding 1-5 of Section 17.54.065(b) (HOA's) of the Zoning Ordinance and to the conditions of approval as listed in  staff report, amending "F: to read as follows:
    "F.    That the applicant provide for 90 parking spaces with at least 76 spaces constructed in the front Parking area.  The remaining spaces may be deferred, subject to the provision of appropriate security, for a period of one year.  The Planning Commission shall review the parking situation at the project after the expiration of one year from the date of occupancy and shall determine if all or part of the additional spaces shall be required."
Motion approved 6-1 (No:  Williams).

4.    MONTE VISTA BUSINESS CENTER POLICY PLAN - Stephen Power, applicant
    a.    Environmental Assessment (REA-7-85)
    b.    Policy Plan (PP-1-79)
    Pertains to revisions to development standards to the previously approved policy plan.

    Associate Planner Sexton reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record.  Staff recommended approval of the revisions to the Policy Plan.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    Stephen Power, applicant

Those speaking in opposition to the project:
    None.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION ACTION:
Environmental Assessment:
    Commissioner Whalen moved, Gjervold seconded, to approve Environmental Assessment (REA-7-85) reaffirming EIR-2-84 (I-505/80 Redevelopment Project EIR for the project subject to the following findings:  A-E as listed in staff report.

Policy Plan:
    Commissioner Whalen moved, Gjervold seconded, to recommend to the City Council the approval of the Monte Vista Business Center Policy Plan Revisions including the following conditions of approval:  A and B as listed in staff report.  Motion approved 7-0.

5.    ADDENDUM TO BROWNS VALLEY EIR (EIR-2-84)
    Pertains to an addendum to the Subsequent Environmental Impact Report - Browns Valley Study Area, to include additional analysis of 1)Traffic and Circulation, 2)Water Supply and Facilities.

    Senior Planner Wystepek reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record.  Staff recommended approval of the addendum.

PUBLIC HEARING:
    Bill Leonard of the Hofmann Company felt that the Service and Density Policy should be considered before acting on the addendum.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION ACTION:
    Commissioner Rajander moved, Williams seconded, that the Commission recommend, by resolution (title only) that the City Council approve the Addendum to the Browns Valley Subsequent EIR (EIR-2-84) finding that the requirements of Section 15164 of CEQA have been met.  Motion approved 7-0.

6.    GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT - City of Vacaville, applicant
    a.    Environmental Assessment (REA-6-85)
    b.    General Plan Amendment (GP-2-85)
    Pertains to the following requested revisions to the Land Use Element of the City's General Plan.
    
    Component "A" The establishment of density and utility services policy for future development in the Browns Valley development area.

    Component "B" The redesignation of 15.9 acres from CH (Highway Commercial) to UR (Urban Reserve) located at the northeast corner of Gentile Lane and Midway Road, west of I-80 and O'Day Road.

    Component "A" Browns Valley Area
Planning Director Werner reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record.  Staff recommended approval of the amendment to the General Plan.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    Ted Urban, (Boulder Valley) favored 4 lanes now, possible 6 lanes in 5-6 years.
    Don Reiners (Woodcrest) felt the 3,500 cap could be lifted when 6 lanes were available.
    Mel Getz (Boulder Valley) agreed to 4 lanes, 3,500 units now, 6 lanes later.
    Bill Leonard, (Ridgeview) asked to have the allotment of 3,638 units with the Ridgeview property grandfathered in at 1,107 units.
    Jack Johnson, engineer for the Browns Valley Road widening project, stated that widening to four lanes would begin next month.  Six lanes could be accommodated in the future and that 6 lanes could be accommodated in the future.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION CONSENSUS:
    It was the consensus of the Commission that Alternative II be recommended to the City Council.

    Component "B" Midway-Gentile Road
    Associate Planner Sexton reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record.  Staff recommended approval of the redesignation.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    Ken Shaw, resident of Gentile Lane, stated that the neighbors in the area all agree with the redesignation to Urban Reserve.

Those speaking in opposition:
    John Hughes, realtor for the property.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION CONSENSUS:
    The Commission reached a consensus to recommend the redesignation to the City Council.

COMMISSION ACTION:
Environmental Assessment:
    Commissioner Gjervold moved, Whalen seconded, to approve Environmental Assessment REA-6-85 as adequately addressing the impacts of the project as follows:
A.    Reaffirming the Subsequent EIR for the Browns Valley EIR, (EIR-2-84) finding that the project does not involve any significant impacts that were not addressed in the previous EIR.
B.    Reaffirming Negative Declaration EA-28-83 for the proposed redesignation of the property to Urban Reserve, finding that the previous assessment adequately addresses this proposal in accordance with the provisions of the CEQA Guidelines.
Motion approved 7-0.

General Plan Amendment:
    Commissioner Gjervold moved, Whalen seconded, to recommend by resolution, title only, that the City Council approve General Plan Amendment GP-2-85 including components "A" and "B" as follows:
A.    The Browns Valley Service and Density Policy - GP-2-85, Component "A" per Alternative "II".
B.    The Midway-Gentile Road General Plan Amendment - GP-2-85, Component "B", redesignating the property from Highway Commercial to Urban Reserve.
Motion approved 7-0.

7.    GOODYEAR TIRE CENTER - Vaca Construction, applicant
    a.    Environmental Assessment (REA-4-85)
    b.    Conditional Use Permit (CUP-1-85)
    Pertains to the construction of a 3,780 square foot automobile tire sales and service business on .5 acre along the south side of E. Monte Vista Avenue, approximately 100 feet west of Callen Street.

    Assistant Planner Traut reviewed the proposal and introduced the staff report dated February 5, 1985 into the record.  Staff recommended approval of the project.

PUBLIC HEARING:
Those speaking in favor of the project:
    None.

Those speaking in opposition to the project:
    None.

Public hearing closed.

COMMISSION ACTION:
Environmental Assessment:
    Commissioner Whalen moved, Rajander seconded, to approve REA-4-85, which reaffirms the Community Redevelopment Project EIR (EIR-1-81), as adequately addressing the impacts of this project in accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act and supported by the following findings: A,B, & C as listed in staff report.  Motion approved 7-0.

Planned Unit Development:
    Commissioner Whalen moved, Rajander seconded, to approve CUP-1-85 subject to Mandatory Findings a-e and the following condition of approval:
A.    That the developer comply with the conditions of approval for design review per letter dated January 30, 1985.
Motion approved 7-0.

8.    DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
    Director Werner presented an update of City Council actions at their past meeting.

9.    ADJOURNMENT:
    The regular meeting of the City Planning Commission was adjourned at 12:05 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,


Phyllis Lorenzo, Recording Secretary