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HomeMy Public PortalAbout08/16/1988 PABEAUMONT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF AUGUST 16, 1988 The Planning Commission met in a Regular Planning Commission Meeting on Tuesday, August 16, 1988, in the City Council Chambers with Chairperson Burton presiding. Meeting was called to Order at 7:00 P.M. On Roll Call, the following commissioners were present: Commissioners Bruner, Schuelke, Fries, Remy and Chairperson Burton. Affidavit of Posting was read. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was observed. 1. Minutes for the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of July 19, 1988, were approved as submitted. 2. Oral Communication: None. 3. Director's Report: CDD Koules reported that WDS Development had submitted the Landscaping and Lighting Plan for Palm Avenue and since the project had already been approved that he could bring the design before the Commission under Director's Report. It was noted; however, in the Minutes, that it was to be brought back before the Commission for review. Chairperson Burton then requested that it be placed on the next agenda for review and discussion. CON'T PUBLIC HEARING 4. 88 -CUP -2 and 88 -ND -5, a proposed Three Bay Automotive Shop performing maintenance and light repair, located at 1085 Beaumont Avenue. Applicant, A. B. Broyles. CDD Koules commented that Mr. Broyles did contact the City Engineer with Chairperson Burton noting that if the Commission wanted to consider granting this CUP a better plan is needed. Marshal & A. B. Broyles, 1085 Beaumont Avenue, addressed the commission discussing the recommended conditions of approval prepared by Mr. Dotson. He commented that he would like a couple of years for Condition #1 - asking what would be acceptable; wanted permission now to trim the trees; didn't fully understand Condition #5; questioned the power poles. Chairperson Burton noted that there were no conditions for a CUP so therefore a CUP could not exist until the conditions were prepared by both the City Engineer and staff. Mr No continuing to speak commented that: the alley doesn� really exist and he shouldn't have to put in asphalt unless other owners do; had contacted the City Engineer. There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Burton closed the public hearing at 7:24 P.M., turning the matter back to the commission. Commissioner Bruner commented that he did not feel comfortable with an auto repair on Beaumont Avenue feeling it would end up looking like 6th Street. Minutes of August 16, Page 2 PC Meeting 1988 Commissioner Schuelke commented that she would have to agree with staff - to allow this type of project in that area would be taking away from what the CN zone was meant to be. Totally incompatible with the area. Commented that initially this zoning was really studied very carefully and it was agreed that it was to be kept pretty close to what it is - small retail shops. Commissioner Remy noted that in the ordinance the CUP allows service stations and drive -in restaurants questioning the gas -pumps at Circle -K. Commissioner Fries commented that after listening to all the discussions, this project should not be in the CN zone since a service station and a garage are two different things. On motion by Commissioner Schuelke as per staff's recommendations and findings that this application 88 -CUP -2 and Negative Declaration 88 -ND -5 be denied; seconded by Commissioner Bruner. Motion carried with the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Bruner, Schuelke, and Commissioner Fries. NOES: Commissioner Remy and Chairperson Burton. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Chairperson Burton then informed Mr. Broyles that he had ten (10) days in which to appeal the commission's decision by city council. 5. 87- PP -17, 87 -V -6 and 87- ND -39, a proposed 4 unit apartment building, located at 738 Chestnut between 7th and 8th Streets. Applicant, Victor Schiro. CDD Koules informed the commission that this item was to be continued in order for the applicant to revise his plot plan - alley is privately owned. Chairperson Burton then opened the public hearing at 7:35 P.M., and continued this matter to the meeting of September 20, 1988. 6. 88 -V -1 and 88 -ND -9, for a Variance to allow reduction of front yard setback from 25 ft. to 15 ft., located at 1350 E. 6th Street. Applicant, Jasper Stone Development. Dave Sumner Sanborn & Webb Engineering, 930 Beaumont Avenue, addressed the commission commenting: originally designed for 32' of distance from the center line to the curb as per City Engineer's request, then it was decided that the 32' was not in the best interest for the City and area and chose to go 38'; City Engineer requested 10' more feet of dedication; 15' setback for the westerly most building; passed out photos and explained the setback of the buildings existing in the area. There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Burton closed the public hearing at 7:43 P.M. asking CDD Koules if he would like to speak. CDD Koules commented that staff requests that the basis for the Variance is to provide the property owner with the same rights as enjoyed by adjacent property owners. Explained that in the Circulation Element the street in this area is Minutes of August 16, Page 3 PC Meeting 1988 for 100' - 80 up to a certain point and then it becomes a 100' On motion by Commissioner Fries to approve staff's recommendation of 88 -V -1 and recommend approval by City Council of Negative Declaration 88 -ND -9; seconded by Commissioner Remy. Motion carried unanimously with the following roll call vote: It was noted by Commissioner Schuelke that she would be abstaining since she owns property within 300 feet. AYES: Commissioner Bruner, Fries, Remy and Chairperson Burton. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner Schuelke. SCHEDULED MATTERS 7. 87 -PP -2 and 87- ND -23, an Extension of Time for a proposed 144 apartment units plus amenities at the N/W Corner of 14th and Beaumont Avenue. Applicant, CKS Partnership. CDD Koules explained that staff report to 144 units applicant has been working drainage channel and that flood channel because of 14th Street. there was a correction on the instead of 152 units and that with the City Engineer over the he wants more review over the the extensive reconstruction of Commissioner Schuelke noted that she is involved in negotiations for a client on property which adjoins the property in question and should abstain from voting. On motion by Commissioner Bruner to approve the Extension of Time on 87 -PP -2 and 87 -ND -23 for a period of one (1) year to August 16, 1989; seconded by Commissioner Fries. Motion carried unanimously with the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners Bruner, Fries, Remy and Chairperson Burton. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Commissioner Schuelke. 8. An Ordinance of the City of Beaumont adding Chapter 17.36 to the Beaumont Municipal Code entitled "Specific Planning Area Zone." Applicant, City of Beaumont. CDD Koules noted that this item was just an informational item only. There being no further business before the commission, the meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M. Respectfully submitted, her7ya ylo