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CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

ROLL CALL

Roll call (9 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

1. CDP 07-09 - SALEM RESIDENCE LOT 8 - Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a 3,725 square foot single family residence located at 964 Alyssum Road within the Mello I segment of the City’s Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 4.
Resolution No. 6509

Salem Residence Lot 8 Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-09 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-09 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved)

2. CDP 07-10 - SALEM RESIDENCE LOT 9 - Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a 3,258 square foot single family residence located at 957 Alyssum Road within the Mello I segment of the City’s Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 4.
Resolution No. 6510

Salem Residence Lot 9 Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 and 6510 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-10 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 and 6510 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-10 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:49:52)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Items 1 and 2 and stated Junior Planner Chris Garcia would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Items 1 and 2. Mr. Garcia gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.

Mr. Garcia acknowledged receipt of 3 letters from the community. Commissioner Cardosa asked staff to respond to the elevations as it pertains to Policy 44. Commissioner Dominguez asked if the orientation of the applications are more impacting to the Alyssum side as opposed to the Standard Pacific Homes. Mr. Garcia stated these homes impact both areas. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any further questions. Tom Ballesterie, attorney from San Diego, stated he read the letter from the multiple homeowners. In regards to any limitations as to lot size, he stated he could not find anything that restricts the size of the home or lot sizes. There is a reference to a restriction on landscaping height (restrictive convenant). Mr. Ballesteri gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Ms. Mobaldi stated the only permit before the Commission is a Coastal Development Permit which has nothing to do with the size of the homes. Chairperson Whitton opened public testimony on the item. Andy Abbott, 7009 Marsh Wren, stated he is against this project and urged the Commission to deny the project. Karry ??, 7016 Cinnamon Teal Street, ...questions about park nearby and if its publicly owned. Liam Ferguson, 7001 Marsh Wren, asked the Commission to reduce the size of the homes to be consistent. Jim ??, 7025 Marsh Wren, expressed his concerns regarding the compatibility and size of the proposed homes with the existing homes in the Vista Pacifica neighborhood.

Ms. Mobaldi stated the city is not bound by representations made by a developer. There is no authority to deal with size. Commissioner Montgomery asked Ms. Mobaldi to comment on the issue of public views. Mr. Neu stated that the way...views from the first public road from the coast. Commissioner Boddy asked Ms. Mobaldi to...development standards were reviewed prior to approval. Policy 44 does not apply to single family residence. Mr. Neu stated there are not additional guidelines to work with because there is no master plan. The applicant only needed approval through the HOA which the applicant's representative stated they obtained. Chairperson Whitton asked if the applicant wished to respond to the issues raised during public testimony. Chairperson Whitton closed public testimony. Commissioner Douglas inquired about the park and who is responsible for maintaining. Mr. Neu stated it is a private park. Commissioner Douglas asked about what is before the Commission tonight. Commissioner Dominguez read....asked about public access. Mr. Neu responded. Commissioner Boddy asked if changes were made to the plans. Mr. Garcia stated the original project was submitted a long time ago. The applicant had to deal with HOA as for approval. Commissioner Boddy asked the applicant for detail as to what changes were made in the design. Mr. Ballestarie stated the letter from the Vista Pacifica HOA listed 6 items that need to be changed. Commissioner Boddy asked there were any references to approving documents that the HOA has authority over.

Mr. Neu commented on Policy 44 to exclude single family homes from the policy. Commissioner Baker stated the commission rarely reviews projects this small and asked Mr. Neu to explain why this project is before the Commission. Mr. Neu stated the project is before the Commission to obtain a CDP and to review the project against the policies of the Local Coastal Plan.

DISCUSSION Commissioner Dominguez stated to stay on top of the HOAs. Commissioner Boddy stated she sympathizes with the citizens who spoke against the project. Commissioner Baker stated she too sympathizes with those people who are against the project even though they are in a different HOA. Commissioner Montgomery commented that a few years back the Commission.... Chairperson Whitton commented about the review process....

3. SDP 08-02 - LA COSTA OAKS NORTH 3.2 DAYCARE - Request for a determination that the project is within the scope of the previously certified Villages of La Costa Program EIR (EIR 98-07) and that the Program EIR adequately describes the activity for the purposes of CEQA, and approval of a Site Development Plan for the development of a 4.9 acre parcel with a 15,412 square foot child daycare center located on the east side of Rancho Santa Fe Road and north of San Elijo Road in La Costa Oaks Neighborhood 3.2 of the Villages of La Costa Master Plan and Local Facilities Management Zone (LFMZ) 11.
Resolution No. 6513

La Costa Oaks North 3.2 Daycare Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6513 APPROVING Site Development Plan (SDP 08-02), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6513 APPROVING Site Development Plan (SDP 08-02), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:56:13)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 3 and stated Senior Planner Van Lynch would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. Mr. Lynch gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Jack Henthorn, Henthorn and Associates, gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton opened and closed public testimony.

4. CUP 08-15 - FIRST RESPONDERS TRAINING FACILITY - Request for the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and the approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the construction and operation of the City’s First Responders Training Facility on a 4.06-acre parcel located at the City’s Safety Center ball field on Orion Way, east of El Camino Real and north of Faraday Avenue, in Local Facilities Management Zone 5. Resolutions No. 6511, 6512

First Responders Training Facility Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6511 ADOPTING the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Resolution No. 6512 APPROVING Conditional Use Permit (CUP 08-15) based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6511 ADOPTING the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Resolution No. 6512 APPROVING Conditional Use Permit (CUP 08-15) based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:47:12)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 4 and stated Associate Planner Pam Drew would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 4. Ms. Drew gave a detailed presentation and stated she would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any questions of staff. Commissioner Cardosa asked if there were any restrictions in regards to the caliber used in the shooting range. Captain Bill Rowland stated the facility is designed to use all up to 308. Commissioner Baker asked Mr. Rowland how often the facility will be used. Mr. Rowland stated it would be hard to quantify that. Mr. Rowland stated the building is designed to meet the training needs and capacity of the City's Police Department. Commissioner Baker asked if this is a typical type of facility around the county. Mr. Rowland stated unfortunately there is not one in the county. Will be unique for the county. Commissioner Douglas asked if the facility will be leased to the neighboring cities. Mr. Rowland stated the City Manager has requested a study be completed to see how much is needed. Commissioner Douglas asked about the rodeo/drill grounds. Mr. Rowland stated that is a place for the engineers to practice driving skills. Commissioner Douglas asked about noise attenuation. Mr. Rowland responded stating the facility can be used 24 hours a day. Commissioner Douglas expressed concern regarding La Posada. Mr. Rowland stated they would be sensitive to the neighbors. Commissioner Douglas asked about the timing of the building. Design July 2009, Jan 2010 for construction. Actual constuction costs is 24 million. Commissioner Montgomery asked about the implementation of technology for training. Mr. Rowland stated that would be correct.

Skip Hamman, Special Projects Manager, stated he would be available to answer any questions. Commissioner Douglas stated about the solar panels and the funding...when it would be available. Project is designed so that the panels can installed at the necessary time. Fire administration funding is unknown at this time. Commissioner Douglas asked Staff to respond to the letter received from Preserve Calavera. Ms. Drew responded.

Commissioner Boddy asked if any equipment will be stored at the facility overnight (firearms, vehicles). Mr. Rowland stated yes and it will be inside the range building in a secured area under lock and key. The vehicles will also be stored there. Chairperson Whitton asked if there is separate areas for weapons and ammunition. Mr. Rowland stated he is not concerned about isolation for necessary arms and weapons. Chairperson Whitton asked about EOD facilities. Mr. Rowland stated no. Chairperson Whitton asked if there would be room for expansion at some later date. Mr. Plummer stated no. Commissioner Montgomery inquired about additional technology for the Fire Department. Chief Chris Heiser stated this facility makes use of all the technologies available. Chairperson Whitton asked about the water runoff on the site and if there is any way to cleanse the water. Mr. Plummer stated the site has 2 separate systems so that certain areas will drain, either into a storage tank to use later or to the sewer system. Commissioner Douglas asked about soundproofing the building and lead exposure. Mr. Plummer stated that in regards to sound attenuation the noise will be contained within the building. The air system is designed to pull any lead out of the air. Don Iler, stated the facility is a two walled facility and a concrete deck for the roofing. 10 officers at a time. As for the lead, there is 3 stage filtration.

January 7th will be election of officers.

Nov 19, 2008 Planning Commission Meeting

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CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

ROLL CALL

Roll call (9 Present, 0 Absent, 0 Excused)

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

1. CDP 07-09 - SALEM RESIDENCE LOT 8 - Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a 3,725 square foot single family residence located at 964 Alyssum Road within the Mello I segment of the City’s Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 4.
Resolution No. 6509

Salem Residence Lot 8 Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-09 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-09 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved)

2. CDP 07-10 - SALEM RESIDENCE LOT 9 - Request for approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow for the construction of a 3,258 square foot single family residence located at 957 Alyssum Road within the Mello I segment of the City’s Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 4.
Resolution No. 6510

Salem Residence Lot 9 Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 and 6510 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-10 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6509 and 6510 APPROVING Coastal Development Permit CDP 07-10 based upon the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:49:52)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Items 1 and 2 and stated Junior Planner Chris Garcia would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Items 1 and 2. Mr. Garcia gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions.

Mr. Garcia acknowledged receipt of 3 letters from the community. Commissioner Cardosa asked staff to respond to the elevations as it pertains to Policy 44. Commissioner Dominguez asked if the orientation of the applications are more impacting to the Alyssum side as opposed to the Standard Pacific Homes. Mr. Garcia stated these homes impact both areas. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any further questions. Tom Ballesterie, attorney from San Diego, stated he read the letter from the multiple homeowners. In regards to any limitations as to lot size, he stated he could not find anything that restricts the size of the home or lot sizes. There is a reference to a restriction on landscaping height (restrictive convenant). Mr. Ballesteri gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Ms. Mobaldi stated the only permit before the Commission is a Coastal Development Permit which has nothing to do with the size of the homes. Chairperson Whitton opened public testimony on the item. Andy Abbott, 7009 Marsh Wren, stated he is against this project and urged the Commission to deny the project. Karry ??, 7016 Cinnamon Teal Street, ...questions about park nearby and if its publicly owned. Liam Ferguson, 7001 Marsh Wren, asked the Commission to reduce the size of the homes to be consistent. Jim ??, 7025 Marsh Wren, expressed his concerns regarding the compatibility and size of the proposed homes with the existing homes in the Vista Pacifica neighborhood.

Ms. Mobaldi stated the city is not bound by representations made by a developer. There is no authority to deal with size. Commissioner Montgomery asked Ms. Mobaldi to comment on the issue of public views. Mr. Neu stated that the way...views from the first public road from the coast. Commissioner Boddy asked Ms. Mobaldi to...development standards were reviewed prior to approval. Policy 44 does not apply to single family residence. Mr. Neu stated there are not additional guidelines to work with because there is no master plan. The applicant only needed approval through the HOA which the applicant's representative stated they obtained. Chairperson Whitton asked if the applicant wished to respond to the issues raised during public testimony. Chairperson Whitton closed public testimony. Commissioner Douglas inquired about the park and who is responsible for maintaining. Mr. Neu stated it is a private park. Commissioner Douglas asked about what is before the Commission tonight. Commissioner Dominguez read....asked about public access. Mr. Neu responded. Commissioner Boddy asked if changes were made to the plans. Mr. Garcia stated the original project was submitted a long time ago. The applicant had to deal with HOA as for approval. Commissioner Boddy asked the applicant for detail as to what changes were made in the design. Mr. Ballestarie stated the letter from the Vista Pacifica HOA listed 6 items that need to be changed. Commissioner Boddy asked there were any references to approving documents that the HOA has authority over.

Mr. Neu commented on Policy 44 to exclude single family homes from the policy. Commissioner Baker stated the commission rarely reviews projects this small and asked Mr. Neu to explain why this project is before the Commission. Mr. Neu stated the project is before the Commission to obtain a CDP and to review the project against the policies of the Local Coastal Plan.

DISCUSSION Commissioner Dominguez stated to stay on top of the HOAs. Commissioner Boddy stated she sympathizes with the citizens who spoke against the project. Commissioner Baker stated she too sympathizes with those people who are against the project even though they are in a different HOA. Commissioner Montgomery commented that a few years back the Commission.... Chairperson Whitton commented about the review process....

3. SDP 08-02 - LA COSTA OAKS NORTH 3.2 DAYCARE - Request for a determination that the project is within the scope of the previously certified Villages of La Costa Program EIR (EIR 98-07) and that the Program EIR adequately describes the activity for the purposes of CEQA, and approval of a Site Development Plan for the development of a 4.9 acre parcel with a 15,412 square foot child daycare center located on the east side of Rancho Santa Fe Road and north of San Elijo Road in La Costa Oaks Neighborhood 3.2 of the Villages of La Costa Master Plan and Local Facilities Management Zone (LFMZ) 11.
Resolution No. 6513

La Costa Oaks North 3.2 Daycare Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6513 APPROVING Site Development Plan (SDP 08-02), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6513 APPROVING Site Development Plan (SDP 08-02), based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:56:13)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 3 and stated Senior Planner Van Lynch would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 3. Mr. Lynch gave a detailed presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any questions of staff. Seeing none, he asked if the applicant wished to make a presentation. Jack Henthorn, Henthorn and Associates, gave a brief presentation and stated he would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton opened and closed public testimony.

4. CUP 08-15 - FIRST RESPONDERS TRAINING FACILITY - Request for the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and the approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the construction and operation of the City’s First Responders Training Facility on a 4.06-acre parcel located at the City’s Safety Center ball field on Orion Way, east of El Camino Real and north of Faraday Avenue, in Local Facilities Management Zone 5. Resolutions No. 6511, 6512

First Responders Training Facility Staff Report

Motion to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6511 ADOPTING the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Resolution No. 6512 APPROVING Conditional Use Permit (CUP 08-15) based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by .

Vote to approve that the Planning Commission ADOPT Planning Commission Resolution No. 6511 ADOPTING the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Resolution No. 6512 APPROVING Conditional Use Permit (CUP 08-15) based on the findings and subject to the conditions contained therein. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:47:12)

Mr. Neu introduced Agenda Item 4 and stated Associate Planner Pam Drew would make the staff presentation. Chairperson Whitton opened the public hearing on Agenda Item 4. Ms. Drew gave a detailed presentation and stated she would be available to answer any questions. Chairperson Whitton asked if there were any questions of staff. Commissioner Cardosa asked if there were any restrictions in regards to the caliber used in the shooting range. Captain Bill Rowland stated the facility is designed to use all up to 308. Commissioner Baker asked Mr. Rowland how often the facility will be used. Mr. Rowland stated it would be hard to quantify that. Mr. Rowland stated the building is designed to meet the training needs and capacity of the City's Police Department. Commissioner Baker asked if this is a typical type of facility around the county. Mr. Rowland stated unfortunately there is not one in the county. Will be unique for the county. Commissioner Douglas asked if the facility will be leased to the neighboring cities. Mr. Rowland stated the City Manager has requested a study be completed to see how much is needed. Commissioner Douglas asked about the rodeo/drill grounds. Mr. Rowland stated that is a place for the engineers to practice driving skills. Commissioner Douglas asked about noise attenuation. Mr. Rowland responded stating the facility can be used 24 hours a day. Commissioner Douglas expressed concern regarding La Posada. Mr. Rowland stated they would be sensitive to the neighbors. Commissioner Douglas asked about the timing of the building. Design July 2009, Jan 2010 for construction. Actual constuction costs is 24 million. Commissioner Montgomery asked about the implementation of technology for training. Mr. Rowland stated that would be correct.

Skip Hamman, Special Projects Manager, stated he would be available to answer any questions. Commissioner Douglas stated about the solar panels and the funding...when it would be available. Project is designed so that the panels can installed at the necessary time. Fire administration funding is unknown at this time. Commissioner Douglas asked Staff to respond to the letter received from Preserve Calavera. Ms. Drew responded.

Commissioner Boddy asked if any equipment will be stored at the facility overnight (firearms, vehicles). Mr. Rowland stated yes and it will be inside the range building in a secured area under lock and key. The vehicles will also be stored there. Chairperson Whitton asked if there is separate areas for weapons and ammunition. Mr. Rowland stated he is not concerned about isolation for necessary arms and weapons. Chairperson Whitton asked about EOD facilities. Mr. Rowland stated no. Chairperson Whitton asked if there would be room for expansion at some later date. Mr. Plummer stated no. Commissioner Montgomery inquired about additional technology for the Fire Department. Chief Chris Heiser stated this facility makes use of all the technologies available. Chairperson Whitton asked about the water runoff on the site and if there is any way to cleanse the water. Mr. Plummer stated the site has 2 separate systems so that certain areas will drain, either into a storage tank to use later or to the sewer system. Commissioner Douglas asked about soundproofing the building and lead exposure. Mr. Plummer stated that in regards to sound attenuation the noise will be contained within the building. The air system is designed to pull any lead out of the air. Don Iler, stated the facility is a two walled facility and a concrete deck for the roofing. 10 officers at a time. As for the lead, there is 3 stage filtration.

January 7th will be election of officers.

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