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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 1990 0305 PC REGITEM 4 Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of March 5, 1990 The regular meeting of the Moorpark Planning Commission was held on March 5, 1990 in the City Council Chambers located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California 93021. 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m. by Chairman John Wozniak. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Wozniak. 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Commissioners William Lanahan, Glen Schmidt, Michael Scullin, Roy Talley and Chairman John Wozniak. ABSENT: None. OTHER CITY OFFICIALS AND EMPLOYEES PRESENT: Patrick J. Richards, Director of Community Development; Deborah Taffenstedt, Senior Planner; John Knipe, Assistant City Engineer; and Sally Coons, Executive Secretary. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 30, 1989 MOTION: Commissioner Schmidt moved and Commissioner Lanahan seconded a motion to approve the Minutes of October 30, 1989 as presented. The voice vote was unanimous. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS 5.A. Jim Heron (13519 Ashbrook Lane, Moorpark) representing J H Patio Covers, addressed the Commission in favor of allowing side -yard balconies. Planning Commission. City of Moorpark, California Minutes of March 5, 1990 5. B. Jim Lindelien (13762 Gunsmoke Road, Moorpark), proponent desiring to construct side -yard balcony, recommended that in considering a policy concerning side -yard balconies, that the Commission take into consideration the irregular lot configuration in the Steeple Hills Tract. In response to Commissioner Schmidt, Mr. Lindelien advised that the proposed balcony has been approved by the Homeowners Association, as well as the adjacent neighbors. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR hGiT-M NNEENEFUT-4KRUT-TTYK ec Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, gave a brief overview of the history surrounding the proposed ordinance before the Commission concerning the regulation of boutique /craft sales. He advised that in November, 1989, the City Council adopted an interim policy to treat such sales as Temporary Uses, to be approved and conditioned by the Director of Community Development. Additionally, the City Council set a charge equivalent to one hour of staff time for the processing of the application. Subsequent to this action, Staff was directed to modify the Home Occupation Ordinance to address boutique /craft sales. The proposed Ordinance addresses the following concerns: Number of days such sales may be held; day(s) of the week such sales may be held; hours of operation; signs on and off site; parking; sales tax; and permit processing required. Chairman Wozniak opened the Public Hearing, inasmuch as there were no comments from the Commission, and recognized the following speakers: 7.A. Vicky Funfar (13135 Golondrina Street, Moorpark) addressed the Commission with the following concerns: That the boutique /craft signs are 11 11 y. Minutes of March S, 1990 Pace 3 being singled out as being in violation of codes; that 240 residents have responded to a questionnaire that state they desire to have the boutique continued, and that it be held during at least one evening; that parking is not a problem because the adjacent Peach Hill Park provides extra parking and there is available cul -de -sac parking; that Cottage Industry is on the rise and should not be discouraged by an overly restrictive ordinance. In response to Commissioner Lanahan, Ms. Funfar advised that her normal boutique sale is held once a year -- Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m; Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m; and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In response to Commissioner Schmidt, Ms. Funfar advised that her neighbors are supportive of her boutique sale, and she has never had a complaint. 7.B. Pat Basso (3940 Southhampton, Moorpark) advised that she has held a holiday boutique in November for the last five years. She contended the proposed ordinance was too restrictive and could result in total noncompliance. She advised that her main problems with the ordinance included: the limitation on the number of days, and days of the week, in which the boutique could operate; and the limitation of two signs. She suggested at least one evening be allowed per sale. In response to Commissioner Schmidt, Ms. Basso advised she had no problem with a total of 72 hours of sale time for the year, however she suggested that three sales per address, per year be allowed. Chairman Wozniak declared the Public Hearing closed at the hour of 7:35 p.m. Commission discussion included the importance of having some evidence that neighbors do not object; that such sale(s) be in compliance with rules of applicable homeowners associations; that evening (� hours, it allowed, be restricted to 8 :00 p.m. or 9:00 p.m; that three, rather than two, sales per year be Planning Commission, City of Moorpark. California Minutes of March 5. 1990 considered; that the suggested number of signs may be too restrictive; and that if boutique sales and garage sales are governed by the same rules, how will garage sales be monitored so they are not held more than two times per year. After considerable discussion, the following motions were made: MOTION: Commissioner Scullin moved and Commissioner Lanahan seconded a motion to limit the number of boutique sales to three (3) per year. The voice vote was unanimous. MOTION: Commissioner Talley moved and Commissioner Scullin seconded a motion to limit the number of signs to eight (8) , with the size not to exceed 2 feet by 3 feet. The voice vote was unanimous. MOTION: Chairman Wozniak moved and Commissioner Schmidt seconded a motion to separate garage sales from boutique sales for the purposes of the ordinance. the voice vote was unanimous. MOTION: Commissioner Talley moved and Commissioner Scullin seconded a motion to allow one evening sale per boutique event, not to exceed the hour of 9:00 p.m. The voice vote was unanimous. MOTION: Commissioner Schmidt moved and Commissioner Talley seconded a motion to direct Staff to prepare a resolution for the Commission's consideration, recommending that the City Council adopt the proposed ordinance, as modified by the Commission and redrafted by Staff. The voice vote was unanimous. J. H. Patio Covers (deferral of Administrative Decision) - second story patio deck. Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, advised that, in the absence of any objection by the Commission, it was his intent to approve the side -yard balcony. In response to Commissioner Schmidt, Mr. Richards advised that the City does not govern landscaping placed in private yards. Minutes of March 51 1990 Commissioner Scullin commented that future new development should be required to plant more trees. CONSENSUS: By consensus, the Commission determined to receive and file this item. 9. INFORMATION ITEMS a) Texaco Gasoline Station Pat Richards, Director of Community Development, summarized his written report to the Commission, advising that the corrective action plan submitted by Mr. Tash was not approved, and he has until March 15, 1990 to submit a report to the County. Until that date, there is nothing the City can do to expedite the process. Depending on the County's action on March 15, 1990, the Commission concurred that the City should take strong steps to insure the safety of the community until this hazard is cleaned up, including construction of a visual barrier and /or backfilling of the open hole. b) Los Angeles Avenue Widening Assistant City Engineer John Knipe gave a status report on the Los Angeles Avenue widening project between Maureen Lane and Park Lane. He advised that the City is in the process of obtaining the final right -of -way, which is anticipated to be secured within two weeks. The project will then be re- submitted to Caltrans, and a permit should be forthcoming. Once the permit is received, approximately one month will be needed to bid the project; one month to receive bids; two weeks to award the bid; and one month to start construction. Commissioner Lanahan suggested that the Commission look closely before approving any more development that would put additional traffic in this area until the widening project is completed. 10. COMMISSION COMMENTS Planning Commission. City of Moorpark. California Minutes of March 5, 1990 In response to Commissioner Lanahan, Director of Community Development Pat Richards advised that the building located at Los Angeles Avenue and Gabbert has recently changed ownership. The Code Enforcement Officer is attempting to enforce landscaping and parking restrictions. In response to Commissioner Schmidt, Director of Community Development Pat Richards advised that he was not at liberty to disclose any information on a proposed development planned for north and east of the College, adjacent to Happy Camp, extending to the limits of the City of Simi Valley. Commissioner Scullin requested that the City's traffic consultant, Austin - Foust, address an arterial from the Campus Park area into the downtown community. He suggested this be a part of the joint meeting with the City Council on March 28, 1990, when the Circulation Element of the General Plan will be discussed. Chairman Wozniak requested that the City's Code Enforcement Officer inform the City of Fillmore that the Symphony Homes Development in Fillmore is illegally placing signs at intersections within the City of Moorpark, and the City would like them removed. 11. STAFF COMMENTS None. 12. ADJOURNMENT CONSENSUS: By consensus, the meeting was adjourned at the hour of 8:40 p.m. W n Wozn6Ak, Chairman ATTEST: �� Patrick J. Richards ` Director of Community Development c: \wp50 \min \PC5Mar90