HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES PC 2010 550 2010 0126 RESOLUTION NO. PC-2010-550
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2010-01 FOR INDOOR
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SALES AT 5152 COMMERCE
AVENUE, ON THE APPLICATION OF TOM LINDSTROM
RV, INC
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed public hearing on January 26, 2010 the
Planning Commission considered Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. 2010-01 on
the application of Tom Lindstrom RV, Inc. for used indoor recreational vehicle
(RV) sales with a 6,500 square-foot showroom, within an existing 94,000 square-
foot indoor recreational vehicle storage facility, at 5152 Commerce Avenue; and
WHEREAS, at its meeting of January 26, 2010 the Planning Commission
considered the agenda report and any supplements thereto and written public
comments; opened the public hearing and took and considered public testimony
both for and against the proposal; closed the public hearing and on January 26,
2010 reached a decision on this matter; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission concurs with the Planning
Director's determination that this project is Categorically Exempt from the
provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15301 as a Class 1 exemption for
existing facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MOORPARK, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FINDINGS: Based upon
the information set forth in the staff report(s), accompanying studies, and oral
and written public testimony, the Planning Commission makes the following
findings in accordance with City of Moorpark, Municipal Code Section 17.44.040:
A. The proposed use is consistent with the provisions of the General Plan,
zoning ordinance, and any other applicable regulations, in that indoor
recreational vehicles sales is permitted in the Limited Industrial (M-2) Zone
with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
B. The proposed use is compatible with both existing and permitted land
uses in the surrounding area, in that the indoor recreational vehicles sales
are allowed in this zone.
C. The proposed use is compatible with the scale, visual character and
design of surrounding properties, in that there will be no changes to the
exterior of the building as a result of the application.
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D. The proposed use would not be obnoxious or harmful, or impair the utility
of neighboring property or uses, in that the proposed hours of operation
are consistent with the hours for the existing uses in surrounding
businesses.
E. The proposed use would not be detrimental to the public health, safety,
convenience, or welfare as conditioned.
SECTION 2. PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL: the Planning
Commission herby approves Conditional Use Permit No. 2010-01 subject to the
Standard and Special Conditions of Approval found in Exhibit - A attached.
SECTION 3. FILING OF RESOLUTION: The Planning Director shall
cause a certified resolution to be filed in the book of original resolutions.
The action of the foregoing direction was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Commissioners Bagwell, Di Cecco, Hamous, Vice Chair
Landis, and Chair Hamous
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
PASSED, AND ADOPTED this 26th day of Jan ary, 2010.
Bruce Hamous, Chair
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Davi A. Bobardt
Community Development Director
Exhibit—A: Standard and Special Conditions of Approval
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EXHIBIT -A
STANDARD AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) No. 2010-01
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
The applicant shall comply with Standard Conditions of Approval for Conditional
Use Permits as adopted by City Council Resolution No. 2009-2799 (Exhibit B),
except as modified by the following Special Conditions of Approval. In the event
of conflict between a Standard and Special Condition of Approval, the Special
Condition shall apply.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. Outdoor sales events in compliance with Section 17.28.130 of the
Moorpark Municipal Code are permitted. For outdoor events, the
applicant shall apply for and secure a Temporary Use Permit from the
Community Development Department. Such application shall be made at
least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the commencement of the outdoor
event. As part of the Conditions of Approval, the Community
Development Director may require, based upon the scope and size of the
event, security guards, traffic control, valet parking and other measures to
assure that the event does not disrupt the surrounding area.
2. No outdoor storage is allowed under this approval. Any request for
outdoor storage shall be subject to the application requirements in place at
the time of such request.
3. A sign permit application must be submitted for all proposed signs, for the
review and approval of the Community Development Director prior to
issuance of a building permit for a sign.
4. All recreational vehicles (RV's) sold at this location are subject to all local
and State sales tax with the City of Moorpark as the point of sale. Prior to
issuance of a Zoning Clearance for Occupancy, the applicant shall provide
the following to the satisfaction of the Community Development Director:
A. A copy of a valid Seller's Permit from the State Board of
Equalization for this business.
B. A letter on business letterhead signed by an authorized agent of
Tom Lindstrom RV, Inc certifying that all sales of recreational
vehicles at this location will be properly reported to the State Board
of Equalization as occurring in the City of Moorpark.
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5. There shall be no outdoor maintenance, including washing, cleaning, or
detailing of recreational vehicles outside of the building. All such services
shall take place within the building.
6. The existing driveway and gate at the northeast corner of the property
must be properly maintained by the tenant to allow for emergency access
to and from Commerce Avenue.
7. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall install a
knox-box access system and breakaway lock for the existing driveway
gate at the northeast corner of the property, to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director, Police Department, and Fire
Department.
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