HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-06-2011 PZ MinutesChairman Paul called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
The pledge of allegiance was said by all.
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Mr. Roth
Mr. Dodd
Mr. Durr (a)
Mr. Reyes (a)
ALSO PRESENT:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
OLD BUSINESS: NONE
NEW BUSINESS:
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EXCUSED: Mr. Simmons
Mr. Srinivasan
Mr. Cardinale
Mr. Paul
Mr. Hepler
Rebecca Grohall, Growth Management Director
Robert Ginsburg, City Attorney
Dorri Bosworth, Zoning Technician
Mr. Paul noted for the record that Mr. Simmons and Mr. Srinivasan have excused
absences, and that Mr. Reyes and Mr. Durr will be voting in their place.
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MOTION by Roth /Dodd to approve the December 2, 2010 Regular Meeting minutes as
submitted. Motion was approved unanimously by roll call.
A. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE REVIEW SECTION 54 -2 -7.5 169 FILBERT
STREET 749 SF ATTACHED ACCESSORY GARGAGE MICHAEL
MARY CALIE
Mr. Ginsburg swore in staff and the applicant's representative, Mr. Robert Brodie, AIA,
who explained that the homeowner's elderly mother would be moving in with them and
he had designed a 1600 SF building addition, which approx. half was a second
accessory garage, and all was wheelchair accessible. Included was a breezeway
connecting the two areas, which would help with aesthetics. A second floor storage area
was proposed with a stairwell to be located in the garage.
Ms. Bosworth reviewed the history of working with Mr. Brodie in tweaking the new living
area to meet zoning regulations by not creating a second dwelling unit, and redesigning
the second garage to be able to meet the required accessory structure setback without
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having to relocate the underground propane tank behind the structure. Only the
accessory structure is to be reviewed by the Commission, based on the proposed size.
The living area will be reviewed by the Building Department for structural compliance.
Ms. Bosworth also explained that she separated the 108 SF breezeway from the garage
square- footage so as not to trip the requirement for foundation plants. In past meetings
Mr. Brodie had mentioned working on a landscape plan, there is existing landscaping on
the property, and the design of the breezeway didn't accommodate any plantings. I f this
was not acceptable to the Commission, the requirement of foundation plantings could be
a condition of approval. She also stated that the new garage was 2 feet higher than the
existing house but that the new living addition would be higher than the new garage.
Mr. Durr asked if there would be any needed tree removal. Mr. Brodie stated no, but
that a few palm trees may be relocated.
Mr. Dodd asked if there were any plans to convert the upstairs storage area to living
space. Mr. Brodie stated there was no intent to have living space in the second floor.
He pointed out there are no planned windows for the second story. Mr. Roth noted the
plans mentioned a 3 -foot encroachment. Staff stated this was for the roof overhang,
which the LDC allows for a 4 -foot maximum overhang. Mr. Hepler questioned ventilation
in the storage area.
Mr. Paul questioned the Commission regarding the landscaping condition of approval.
Members felt they should be consistent with past applications that needed landscaping
and agreed the planting requirement should be added to a motion. Staff should calculate
the number of plants required.
Public Input was opened. There were no proponents or opponents who spoke.
MOTION by Reyes /Hepler to approve with the count of landscaping added on based on
the lineal footage, for an accessory structure, Section 54- 2 -7.5, at 169 Filbert Street.
Mr. Dodd suggested an amendment that the garage be sized to include the breezeway.
Mr. Reyes Mr. Hepler so agreed.
ROLL CALL: Mr. Durr yes Mr. Cardinale yes
Mr. Paul yes Mr. Hepler yes
Mr. Reyes yes Mr. Roth yes
Mr. Dodd yes
The vote was 7 -0. Motion passed.
CHAIRMAN MATTERS:
Mr. Paul wished staff, Commissioners, and residents a Happy New Year. He asked for
an update on the Barber Street project. Ms. Grohall forwarded current information from
the city manager. There was a short discussion on the various road projects, i.e.
Laconia, Periwinkle, etc.
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MEMBERS MATTERS: Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
Election of Chairman: Mr. Hepler nominated Mr. Paul. Mr. Cardinale seconded the
nomination. There were no other nominations. Mr. Paul accepted the position.
Election of Vice Chairman: Mr. Hepler nominated Mr. Dodd. Mr. Durr seconded the
nomination. There were no other nominations. Mr. Dodd accepted the position.
DIRECTOR MATTERS:
Ms. Grohall wished everyone a Happy New Year and also thanked all the residents
along Barber Street for their patience during the improvement project.
(MEMBERS MATTERS con't)
Mr. Hepler asked questions regarding a stop sign at Benedictine Street and the rapid
elevation change at Barber Street near CR 512.
Mr. Cardinale asked questions regarding future Main Street paving, and working on code
book updates.
Mr. Reyes asked for an update on the Sonic Restaurant site plan. Ms. Grohall said they
were working thru some utility and driveway designs, and should be submitting a formal
site plan in the near future.
Mr. Dodd mentioned that the suggestion of dismantling the Growth Management
Department had been brought up at a few City Council meetings and that he thought the
Commission should start letting the public know how important the department was to
the development of the City, and what a good job the staff does.
Mr. Reyes asked about the Parking Study. Ms. Grohall stated it is close to finished and
the goal is to present it to City Council at the January 26 meeting. She stated she will
make sure the Commissioners get a copy of the final version also.
ATTORNEY MATTERS:
Mr. Ginsburg stated he also agreed with Commissioner's comments regarding the
quality of staff.
Chairman Paul adjourned the meeting at 7:55 p.m.
(1/11/11 db)
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