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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Roll Call: 8 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 19, 2007 - Approved (6-0)
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
1.
CDP 06-25 - HAGEY RESIDENCE
- Request for adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the demolition an existing retaining wall and concrete slab, and the construction of a new 5,210 square foot single-family residence on property generally located along the south shore of the Buena Vista Lagoon, southwest of the intersection of Jefferson Street and Las Flores Drive, within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 1. Resolutions No. 6369, 6370
Chairperson Baker asked Mr. Neu to introduce the first Item.
Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 1 and stated Associate Planner Jason Goff would make the staff presentation.
Mr. Goff gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, she asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation.
John Beery, 5751 Palmer Way Suite G3, stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of the applicant. Seeing none, she opened the public hearing on Item 1.
Commissioner Boddy arrived.
Paul Medina, 2424A Jefferson St, stated his opposition to the project and stated the home is too large for a single family home.
Alan Wanamaker, 2399 Jefferson St, commented on the landscaping for the project and inquired as to the size and type of the plants that would be involved with the project. He further stated the design does not match with the existing homes in the area.
Chairperson Baker asked the applicant to answer the questions regarding landscaping.
Mr. Beery stated that landscape design was developed by the landscape architect. He further stated that 50% of the design of the house is below street level. The walls will be used for nightlighting and shadowing during the day.
Commissioner Dominiguez asked who would be responsible for the long-term maintenance of the green belt.
Commissioner Whitton asked if the piping would be removed once the landscaping was in place. Mr. Beery stated the piping is temporary and would be removed once the plants were established.
Chairperson Baker asked Mr. Goff to respond the issues regarding zoning, setbacks, and view ordinance. Mr. Goff stated the site is zoned R-3 and the house will be built to those standards. The maximum peak of the project is 21.5 feet tall which is lower than average. The setbacks are 10 feet, and 30 feet along the northern edge. The City does not have a view ordinance and lot coverage can be 60% of site. T is project covers 18% of the site.
Chairperson Baker inquired if the City can govern the size of a home. Mr. Goff stated no.
Commissioner Montgomery asked if the project were multi family, how many units could be allowed. 3.22 units could be developed on the based on the contours and constraints on the site.
Public Hearing Closed.
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6369 ADOPTING a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6370 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit (CDP 06-25), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Chairperson Baker, seconded by .
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6369 ADOPTING a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6370 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit (CDP 06-25), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:23:10)
Hagey Residence Staff Report
2.
EIR 04-02/ZCA 07-04/LCPA 07-06/CDP 06-04/SUP 06-02/HMPP 06-03 - CITY OF CARLSBAD DRAINAGE MASTER PLAN UPDATE/CALAVERA AND AGUA HEDIONDA CREEKS
- A request to: (1) recommend (a) certification of a Final EIR, and (b) adoption of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the proposed City of Carlsbad Drainage Master Plan Update and the Calavera and Agua Hedionda Creeks project; (2) recommend approval of a Zone Code Amendment and Local Coastal Program Amendment to amend the Zoning Ordinance and the Local Coastal Program policies to replace references to the Master Drainage Plan adopted in 1994 with references to the proposed City of Carlsbad Drainage Master Plan as well as delete references to the Model Erosion Control Ordinance and Model Grading Ordinance; and (3) approve a Coastal Development Permit, Special Use Permit (floodplain), and Habitat Management Plan Permit for the dredging and maintenance of portions of Agua Hedionda and Calavera Creeks in and near the Rancho Carlsbad residential community.
Resolution No. 6376, 6377, 6378, 6379, 6380, 6381
Mr. Neu introduced Item 2 and stated Senior Planner Scott Donnell assisted by Associate Engineer Steve Jantz and Engineering Consultant Glen Van Peski.
Staff gave a detailed presentation and stated they would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Dominguez asked...
Commissioner Montgomery asked if the documents protect the city with water quality issues. Mr. Hauser stated that was correct.
Chairperson Baker called for a 10 minute recess.
Chairperson Baker called the meeting to order at 7:22 with all Commissioners present.
Chairperson asked if there were any further questions of Staff.
Commissioner Montgomery asked
Mr. Jantz responded. Mr. Hauser followed up.
Chairperson Baker opened the public testimony on the item.
Russ Cole, ???, spoke about the flood mitigation fee that the homeowners of Rancho Carlsbad were responsible for. Mr. Arnold stated that the project is a very welcome project. One question with the EIR was with Land Use Impacts, BJ Basin, states that no direct or indirect impacts are...impacts the RV parking, the maintenance and landscaping facilities and community gardens.
Commissioner Montgomery asked if BJ Basin is built would it impact the RV parking. If BJ Basin is built, those facilities will have to be move and they believe the City should help with that. If the basin is not in the Master Plan there are other issues.
Bill Arnold, Don Ortega Drive, clarified that are 9 homes that would have water on the lot not that they would be inundated. Mr. Arnold stated the residents are very pleased to see this project. The main concern is what is not in the EIR. The funding is critical.
Karen Merrill, 6901 Quail Place, Carlsbad, addressed Item 6 in the Preserve Calavera letter. Concerned with increase in traffic and wildlife along El Camino Real and Cannon. Dredging will close the wildlife corridor with no discussion as to how the wildlife will move along that area. Asking for project biologist to recommend ...
Diane Nygaard, representing Preserve Calavera, but plan needs to be better. Integrated the plan with future projects in the drainage plan. Land manager needs to be in place. 7 things in letter.
David Bentley, 7449 Magellan Street, has been working with the homeowners of Rancho Carlsbad, wants to insure there is sufficient funding. LAnd and relocation of RV parking and gardens. Enhance the budget. Grateful to see the project has gotten to this point.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions. Seeing none, she asked staff to respond to the issues raised by the speakers.
Mr. Donnell, commented on the EIR Land Use Impacts ...program level and project level difference.
The components identified in the DMP are not exact. The can be moved.
Chairperson Baker asked what would trigger whether Basin BJ is needed or not. Mr. Hauser stated City Council would be the trigger.
Mr. Donnell stated there is a discussion in the EIR about the wildlife corridor, no mitigation measure regarding wildlife movement.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any further questions of staff or if there were any other comments from Staff. Mr. Hauser commented about the 9 units in the flood area.
Commissioner Montgomery asked who is responsible for future maintenance of the channels. Mr. Hauser stated the City is.
Commissioner Montgomery inquired about the budgetary issues in regards to the Drainage Master Plan. Jane Mobaldi stated the comments made by Mr. Bentley are reflected in the minutes, and as stated in the EIR page....the fees are not considered at this time. Ms. Mobaldi stated that is why the EIR took the big picture approach to this.
Commissioner Dominguez stated that Mr. Bentley should be encouraged to speak at the City Council hearing.
Commissioner Boddy asked for staff to comment on the remaining four issues from the Preserve Calavera letter. Mr. Donnell responded and discussed each issue.
Commissioner Douglas participated in the Council Workshop this afternoon and stated there will be another workshop with the residents there to discuss the funding.
Commissioner Dominguez stated that Staff would do well to get a integration process in place. Ms. Mobaldi stated that the threshold for significance is in question and stated that the biologist should respond.
Commissioner Boddy stated here concurrence with Commissioner Dominguez.
Commissioner Whitton stated they are interesting areas for discussion but the Commission is beginning to play with words.
Commissioner Montgomery suggested adding a mitigation measure to include a biological measure during construction. Mr. Donnell requested a 5 minute recess.
Chairperson Baker called the meeting to order at 8:19 with all Commissioners present.
Mr. Donnell stated that prior to City Council, staff will look at the issues more closely and establish thresholds.
Ms. Mobaldi asked that the consultant
Lindsay 1420 Ketner Boulevard, stated the biologist who....in terms of wildlife using the corridor during construction would not inhibit those species from using the corridor in the future.
Commissioner Dominguez asked if there is any corridor where wildlife would not be exposed to traffic. Coyotes not considered sensitive.
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission (1) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6376 RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION of the Final EIR, EIR 04-02, and ADOPTION of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program; (2) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6377 and 6378 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 07-04 and LCPA 07-06 based on the findings contained therein; and (3) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6379, 6380 and 6381 APPROVING CDP 06-04, SUP 06-02, and HMPP 06-03, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein including the errata sheet. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .
Commissioner Montgomery commented about not having a Habitat Manager in place is causing concern for him. Mr. Neu stated there is a Preserve Steward in place from TAIC. The person referred to in the meeting is the one to manage the city property
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission (1) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6376 RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION of the Final EIR, EIR 04-02, and ADOPTION of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program; (2) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6377 and 6378 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 07-04 and LCPA 07-06 based on the findings contained therein; and (3) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6379, 6380 and 6381 APPROVING CDP 06-04, SUP 06-02, and HMPP 06-03, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein including the errata sheet. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:33:13)
Drainage Master Plan Update/Calavera and Agua Hedionda Creeks
3.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
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Continued to February 6, 2008 meeting
Continued until February 6, 2008.
Mr. Neu commented on the Planners Institute.
Jan 16, 2008 Planning Commission Meeting
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Roll Call: 8 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 19, 2007 - Approved (6-0)
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
1.
CDP 06-25 - HAGEY RESIDENCE
- Request for adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the demolition an existing retaining wall and concrete slab, and the construction of a new 5,210 square foot single-family residence on property generally located along the south shore of the Buena Vista Lagoon, southwest of the intersection of Jefferson Street and Las Flores Drive, within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 1. Resolutions No. 6369, 6370
Chairperson Baker asked Mr. Neu to introduce the first Item.
Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 1 and stated Associate Planner Jason Goff would make the staff presentation.
Mr. Goff gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, she asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation.
John Beery, 5751 Palmer Way Suite G3, stated he would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of the applicant. Seeing none, she opened the public hearing on Item 1.
Commissioner Boddy arrived.
Paul Medina, 2424A Jefferson St, stated his opposition to the project and stated the home is too large for a single family home.
Alan Wanamaker, 2399 Jefferson St, commented on the landscaping for the project and inquired as to the size and type of the plants that would be involved with the project. He further stated the design does not match with the existing homes in the area.
Chairperson Baker asked the applicant to answer the questions regarding landscaping.
Mr. Beery stated that landscape design was developed by the landscape architect. He further stated that 50% of the design of the house is below street level. The walls will be used for nightlighting and shadowing during the day.
Commissioner Dominiguez asked who would be responsible for the long-term maintenance of the green belt.
Commissioner Whitton asked if the piping would be removed once the landscaping was in place. Mr. Beery stated the piping is temporary and would be removed once the plants were established.
Chairperson Baker asked Mr. Goff to respond the issues regarding zoning, setbacks, and view ordinance. Mr. Goff stated the site is zoned R-3 and the house will be built to those standards. The maximum peak of the project is 21.5 feet tall which is lower than average. The setbacks are 10 feet, and 30 feet along the northern edge. The City does not have a view ordinance and lot coverage can be 60% of site. T is project covers 18% of the site.
Chairperson Baker inquired if the City can govern the size of a home. Mr. Goff stated no.
Commissioner Montgomery asked if the project were multi family, how many units could be allowed. 3.22 units could be developed on the based on the contours and constraints on the site.
Public Hearing Closed.
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6369 ADOPTING a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6370 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit (CDP 06-25), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Chairperson Baker, seconded by .
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6369 ADOPTING a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6370 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit (CDP 06-25), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:23:10)
Hagey Residence Staff Report
2.
EIR 04-02/ZCA 07-04/LCPA 07-06/CDP 06-04/SUP 06-02/HMPP 06-03 - CITY OF CARLSBAD DRAINAGE MASTER PLAN UPDATE/CALAVERA AND AGUA HEDIONDA CREEKS
- A request to: (1) recommend (a) certification of a Final EIR, and (b) adoption of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the proposed City of Carlsbad Drainage Master Plan Update and the Calavera and Agua Hedionda Creeks project; (2) recommend approval of a Zone Code Amendment and Local Coastal Program Amendment to amend the Zoning Ordinance and the Local Coastal Program policies to replace references to the Master Drainage Plan adopted in 1994 with references to the proposed City of Carlsbad Drainage Master Plan as well as delete references to the Model Erosion Control Ordinance and Model Grading Ordinance; and (3) approve a Coastal Development Permit, Special Use Permit (floodplain), and Habitat Management Plan Permit for the dredging and maintenance of portions of Agua Hedionda and Calavera Creeks in and near the Rancho Carlsbad residential community.
Resolution No. 6376, 6377, 6378, 6379, 6380, 6381
Mr. Neu introduced Item 2 and stated Senior Planner Scott Donnell assisted by Associate Engineer Steve Jantz and Engineering Consultant Glen Van Peski.
Staff gave a detailed presentation and stated they would be available to answer any questions.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions of staff.
Commissioner Dominguez asked...
Commissioner Montgomery asked if the documents protect the city with water quality issues. Mr. Hauser stated that was correct.
Chairperson Baker called for a 10 minute recess.
Chairperson Baker called the meeting to order at 7:22 with all Commissioners present.
Chairperson asked if there were any further questions of Staff.
Commissioner Montgomery asked
Mr. Jantz responded. Mr. Hauser followed up.
Chairperson Baker opened the public testimony on the item.
Russ Cole, ???, spoke about the flood mitigation fee that the homeowners of Rancho Carlsbad were responsible for. Mr. Arnold stated that the project is a very welcome project. One question with the EIR was with Land Use Impacts, BJ Basin, states that no direct or indirect impacts are...impacts the RV parking, the maintenance and landscaping facilities and community gardens.
Commissioner Montgomery asked if BJ Basin is built would it impact the RV parking. If BJ Basin is built, those facilities will have to be move and they believe the City should help with that. If the basin is not in the Master Plan there are other issues.
Bill Arnold, Don Ortega Drive, clarified that are 9 homes that would have water on the lot not that they would be inundated. Mr. Arnold stated the residents are very pleased to see this project. The main concern is what is not in the EIR. The funding is critical.
Karen Merrill, 6901 Quail Place, Carlsbad, addressed Item 6 in the Preserve Calavera letter. Concerned with increase in traffic and wildlife along El Camino Real and Cannon. Dredging will close the wildlife corridor with no discussion as to how the wildlife will move along that area. Asking for project biologist to recommend ...
Diane Nygaard, representing Preserve Calavera, but plan needs to be better. Integrated the plan with future projects in the drainage plan. Land manager needs to be in place. 7 things in letter.
David Bentley, 7449 Magellan Street, has been working with the homeowners of Rancho Carlsbad, wants to insure there is sufficient funding. LAnd and relocation of RV parking and gardens. Enhance the budget. Grateful to see the project has gotten to this point.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any questions. Seeing none, she asked staff to respond to the issues raised by the speakers.
Mr. Donnell, commented on the EIR Land Use Impacts ...program level and project level difference.
The components identified in the DMP are not exact. The can be moved.
Chairperson Baker asked what would trigger whether Basin BJ is needed or not. Mr. Hauser stated City Council would be the trigger.
Mr. Donnell stated there is a discussion in the EIR about the wildlife corridor, no mitigation measure regarding wildlife movement.
Chairperson Baker asked if there were any further questions of staff or if there were any other comments from Staff. Mr. Hauser commented about the 9 units in the flood area.
Commissioner Montgomery asked who is responsible for future maintenance of the channels. Mr. Hauser stated the City is.
Commissioner Montgomery inquired about the budgetary issues in regards to the Drainage Master Plan. Jane Mobaldi stated the comments made by Mr. Bentley are reflected in the minutes, and as stated in the EIR page....the fees are not considered at this time. Ms. Mobaldi stated that is why the EIR took the big picture approach to this.
Commissioner Dominguez stated that Mr. Bentley should be encouraged to speak at the City Council hearing.
Commissioner Boddy asked for staff to comment on the remaining four issues from the Preserve Calavera letter. Mr. Donnell responded and discussed each issue.
Commissioner Douglas participated in the Council Workshop this afternoon and stated there will be another workshop with the residents there to discuss the funding.
Commissioner Dominguez stated that Staff would do well to get a integration process in place. Ms. Mobaldi stated that the threshold for significance is in question and stated that the biologist should respond.
Commissioner Boddy stated here concurrence with Commissioner Dominguez.
Commissioner Whitton stated they are interesting areas for discussion but the Commission is beginning to play with words.
Commissioner Montgomery suggested adding a mitigation measure to include a biological measure during construction. Mr. Donnell requested a 5 minute recess.
Chairperson Baker called the meeting to order at 8:19 with all Commissioners present.
Mr. Donnell stated that prior to City Council, staff will look at the issues more closely and establish thresholds.
Ms. Mobaldi asked that the consultant
Lindsay 1420 Ketner Boulevard, stated the biologist who....in terms of wildlife using the corridor during construction would not inhibit those species from using the corridor in the future.
Commissioner Dominguez asked if there is any corridor where wildlife would not be exposed to traffic. Coyotes not considered sensitive.
Motion to approve that the Planning Commission (1) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6376 RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION of the Final EIR, EIR 04-02, and ADOPTION of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program; (2) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6377 and 6378 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 07-04 and LCPA 07-06 based on the findings contained therein; and (3) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6379, 6380 and 6381 APPROVING CDP 06-04, SUP 06-02, and HMPP 06-03, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein including the errata sheet. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .
Commissioner Montgomery commented about not having a Habitat Manager in place is causing concern for him. Mr. Neu stated there is a Preserve Steward in place from TAIC. The person referred to in the meeting is the one to manage the city property
Vote to approve that the Planning Commission (1) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6376 RECOMMENDING CERTIFICATION of the Final EIR, EIR 04-02, and ADOPTION of the Candidate Findings of Fact and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program; (2) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6377 and 6378 RECOMMENDING APPROVAL of ZCA 07-04 and LCPA 07-06 based on the findings contained therein; and (3) ADOPT Planning Commission Resolutions No. 6379, 6380 and 6381 APPROVING CDP 06-04, SUP 06-02, and HMPP 06-03, based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein including the errata sheet. (Approved) (Recorded at 02:33:13)
Drainage Master Plan Update/Calavera and Agua Hedionda Creeks
3.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
-
Continued to February 6, 2008 meeting
Continued until February 6, 2008.
Mr. Neu commented on the Planners Institute.
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