HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC-1086-2024 (CODE-0224-2024 -- Citywide)RESOLUTION NO. PC-1086-24
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING
COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL INTRODUCE
AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TABLE 2-1 (USES
ALLOWED BY ZONE) IN TITLE 17 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD SINGLE-FAMILY AND MULTI-FAMILY
USES AS CONDITIONALLY ALLOWED WITH APPROVAL OF A MINOR
USE PERMIT IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (C-N) ZONE.
THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA)
AS REPRESENTED IN THE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS DATED JUNE 12, 2024 (CITYWIDE;
CODE-0224-2024)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a
public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo,
California on June 12, 2024, for the purpose of recommending an amendment to Table
2-1 (Uses Allowed by Zone) of Title 17 (Zoning Regulations), pursuant to a proceeding
under CODE-0224-2024; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant; and
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearing were made at the time and in the
manner required by the law; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has duly considered all evidence, including
the testimony of interested parties and the evaluation and recommendations provided by
staff, presented at said hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City
of San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. Based upon all evidence, the Planning Commission makes
the following findings:
1. The proposed amendment to Table 2-1 (Uses Allowed by Zone) in Title 17
(Zoning Regulations) of the Municipal Code to add single-family and multi-family
residential uses as conditionally allowed uses with approval of a Minor Use
Permit is consistent with the intent of the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) land
use designation and purpose of the Neighborhood Commercial (C-N) zone.
2. The proposed amendment to Table 2-1 (Uses Allowed by Zone) in Title 17
(Zoning Regulations) of the Municipal Code to add single-family and multi-family
residential uses as conditionally allowed uses with approval of a Minor Use
Permit would not alter the character of the City or cause health safety or welfare
concerns because the amendment is consistent with the General Plan. In
addition, the amendment would directly implement City goals and policies,
particularly the Major City Goal for Housing & Homelessness, to support the
expansion of housing options and facilitate housing production.
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3. Parcels located in the C-N zone include historical residential uses that are
currently nonconforming. The proposed amendment would allow these
residential uses to become conforming and facilitate additional opportunities for
these uses to continue and expand.
SECTION 2. Environmental Determination. The proposed amendment to Table
2-1 (Uses Allowed by Zone) of Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) has been assessed in
accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), the CEQA Guidelines, and environmental regulations of the City. The
amendment is exempt under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines. This
“Common Sense” exemption states that CEQA only applies to projects that have the
potential for causing significant effect on the environment. Since the text amendment is a
minor revision that would conditionally allow residential uses with a Minor Use Permit in
the C-N zone, the scope of this action is limited to a text amendment where subsequent
single-family and multi-family residential development would be subject to discretionary
review. Since these uses are subject to discretionary review, environmental review would
be evaluated on a project-specific basis. It is also noted that there are existing single-
family residences in some of the C-N zoned parcels. Therefore, there would not be
additional environmental impacts for these parcels.
SECTION 3. Action. The Planning Commission hereby recommends to the City
Council the introduction and adoption of an ordinance to amend Table 2-1 (Uses Allowed
by Zone) in Title 17 (Zoning Regulations) of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code and add
single-family and multi-family uses as conditionally allowed uses in the C-N zone as set
forth in Exhibit A and incorporated herein.
Upon motion of Commissioner Eric Tolle, seconded by Commissioner Sheryl Flores, and
on the following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioner Sheryl Flores, Commissioner Bob Jorgensen,
Commissioner Steve Kahn, Commissioner Eric Tolle, and Vice Chair
Dave Houghton
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Juan Munoz-Morris and Chair Justin Cooley
RECUSED: None
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 12th day of June 2024.
__________________________
Tyler Corey, Secretary
Planning Commission
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EXHIBIT A
Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use
Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
AGRICULTURE
Agricultural Accessory
Structure A A
Animal Husbandry and
Grazing A A
Community Garden A MUP A A A A A
Crop Production A A A MUP MUP
Greenhouse/Plant Nursery,
Commercial CUP CUP
INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING, WHOLESALING
Fuel Dealer (propane, etc) MUP A See also Sec. 17.74.060
Laboratory - Medical,
Analytical, Research,
Testing
CUP A A A A See also Sec. 17.74.060
Manufacturing - Heavy CUP CUP See also Sec. 17.74.060
Manufacturing - Light A A A See also Sec. 17.74.060
Recycling
Recycling - Collection
Facility MUP MUP MUP A
Recycling -
Processing Facility MUP
Research and Development A MUP A See also Sec. 17.74.060
Salvage and Wrecking MUP
Warehousing, Storage, and Distribution
Outdoor Storage MUP MUP
Personal Storage A A
Warehousing and
Indoor Storage A A MUP
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
Wholesaling and
Distribution A A MUP
LODGING
Bed and Breakfast
Establishment MUP CUP CUP A A A See Sec. 17.86.070
Homeless Shelter A A A A A A A A A A A A See Sec. 17.86.150 and GC
Sec. 65583(a)(4)
Hostel CUP CUP A A A
Hotels and Motels A A A CUP CUP
RV Parks CUP
PUBLIC AND QUASI-PUBLIC USES
Cultural Institutions CUP A A A CUP
Hospitals and Clinics
Clinic MUP MUP A MUP MUP MUP See Sec. 17.36.030.C and
Sec. 17.42.030.A
Hospital CUP CUP
Park and Recreation
Facilities A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Parks and Recreation
Commission review
required.
Public Assembly Facilities CUP A MUP MUP M/A MUP CUP
Religious Assembly
Facilities CUP MUP MUP MUP MUP A MUP MUP A M/A MUP MUP MUP See 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000cc, et
seq.
Schools - Colleges CUP
Schools - Primary and
Secondary CUP CUP MUP MUP CUP CUP CUP MUP CUP See Sec. 17.86.240
Schools - Trade Schools CUP MUP CUP MUP MUP
In the C-D zone, Trade
Schools are not allowed on
the ground floor.
Sports and Entertainment
Assembly Facility CUP CUP
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
RESIDENTIAL USES
General Residential Housing
Types
Single-Unit Dwellings,
Detached A CUP A A A A A MUP
Multi-Unit Residential A A A A MUP
Boarding House CUP CUP MUP MUP
Caretaker Quarters A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A MUP
Continuing Care Community MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
Elderly and Long Term Care MUP MUP MUP M/A M/A MUP
Family Day Care (Small and
Large) A A A A A A A A A A A A A See Sec. 17.86.100 and
H&SC 1597.40
Fraternities and Sororities CUP CUP Section 17.86.130
Hospice In-Patient Facility CUP CUP MUP CUP CUP MUP
Mobile Home Park A A A A See GC Sec. 65852.7,
65863.7, 65863.8
Residential Care Facilities -
6 or Fewer Residents A A A A A A M/A M/A M/A MUP Multiple state statutes
Residential Care Facilities -
7 or More Residents MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP Multiple state statutes
Supportive and/or
Transitional Housing, with
On or Off-Site Services
A A A A MUP A A A A A A A A See GC Sec. 65583(a)(5)
Farmworker Housing A A
MIXED USES
Mixed-use Development A A A A A A A A See Sec. 17.70.130
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
COMMERCIAL USES
Adult Entertainment
Businesses A A See Sec. 17.86.030 and GC
Section 65850.4
Animal Care, Sales and Services
Animal
Boarding/Kennels CUP MUP MUP
Outdoor runs and kennel
areas shall be allowed only
in the C-S zone. See also
Sec. 17.86.170.
Animal Grooming A A A A A MUP
Animal Retail Sales MUP A A A A
Veterinary Services,
Large Animal CUP MUP MUP
Veterinary Services,
Small Animal A A A A M/A A
Banks and Financial Institutions
ATMs A A A A A A A A A
Banks and Credit
Unions A A A A MUP MUP MUP See Sec. 17.36.030.B and
Sec. 17.40.030.A
Check Cashing
Shops/Payday Loans MUP MUP
Business Services A A A M/A A A A
Cemetery CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Commercial Recreation -
Large Scale CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP MUP See Sec. 17.36.030.D and
Sec. 17.86.110
Commercial Recreation -
Small Scale MUP MUP A A A A A A MUP
Day Care Center MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP A A A A M/A MUP MUP MUP MUP See Sec. 17.86.100
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Bars and Taverns MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP See also Sec. 17.86.040
and Sec. 17.86.050
Restaurant A A A A A A MUP MUP
Restaurant with Late
Hour Alcohol Service MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP See Sec. 17.86.040 and
Sec. 17.86.050
Food and Beverage Sales
General Market A A A A CUP See Sec. 17.26.030.B.1
Convenience Store MUP MUP MUP A A A A A MUP MUP MUP See Sec. 17.26.030.B.1 and
Sec. 17.86.090
Produce Stand MUP MUP A A A A
Liquor Store MUP MUP MUP MUP CUP See Sec. 17.26.030.B.2 and
Sec. 17.86.040
Food Preparation A A A
Funeral Parlors and
Internment Services MUP MUP A MUP
Instructional Services MUP CUP MUP M/A A M/A CUP A MUP
Maintenance and Repair
Services A A CUP
Offices
Business and
Professional Offices MUP A A A M/A M/A MUP MUP
In the C-S zone, a MUP is
required for office uses on
the ground floor. See also
Sec. 17.36.030.B and Sec.
17.40.030.A.
Medical and Dental
Offices A A A M/A MUP MUP See Sec. 1736.030.C
Personal Services A A A A MUP A MUP
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
Retail Sales
See Sec. 17.26.030.A,
17.30.030.A, 17.32.030, and
17.34.034.A and
17.36.030.A
Building Materials and
Services - Indoor A A A A A
Building Materials and
Services - Outdoor MUP A MUP A A
Extended Hour Retail MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
General Retail MUP A A A MUP MUP
Large-Scale Retail CUP CUP CUP
Nurseries and Garden
Centers CUP A A
Theaters CUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
Only nonprofit theaters are
allowed in the PF zone. See
also Sec. 17.86.030.
Vehicle Sales and Services
Auto and Vehicle Sales
and Rental MUP CUP A MUP
Large Vehicle,
Construction and Heavy
Equipment Sales,
Service, and Rental
MUP A
Service Stations MUP MUP MUP MUP A See Sec. 17.86.250, and
Sec. 17.86.060.
Vehicle Services - Major
Repair/Body Work A A MUP
Vehicle Services - Minor
Repair/Maintenance CUP MUP A A MUP
Vehicle Services -
Washing MUP MUP CUP MUP MUP
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
TRANSPORTATION, COMMUNICATIONS, & UTILITIES
Airport CUP CUP CUP MUP
Wireless
Telecommunications
Facilities
MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
See Sec. 17.86.290, 47
USC Sec. 332(c)(7) of the
Telecommunications Act,
Pub. Util. Code Sec. 7901 et
seq., GC Sec. 65850.6
Freight/Truck Terminals A A MUP
Light Fleet-Based Services A MUP MUP
Media Production
Backlots and
Soundstages MUP MUP MUP
Broadcast Studios A A M/A A A A
Heliport CUP CUP CUP CUP
Parking Facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP See Sec. 17.86.200
Public Safety Facilities CUP CUP
Transit Station or Terminal CUP CUP CUP MUP A
Utilities Facilities
Ground-mounted equipment
in residential zones shall be
screened by landscaping to
the satisfaction of the
Director.
Facilities with Onsite
Staff CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Facilities with No
Onsite Staff
(unmanned)
MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
Transmission Lines CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
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Table 2-1: Uses Allowed By Zone
Key: A = Allowed; MUP = Minor Use Permit approval required; CUP = Conditional Use Permit approval required
M/A = Minor Use Permit approval required on ground floor along street frontage, allowed on second floor or above
Land Use Permit Requirement by Zoning District Specific Use Regulations AG C/OS R-1 R-2 R-3 R-4 PF O C-N C-C C-R C-D C-T C-S M BP
CANNABIS ACTIVITY
Cannabis See Section 17.86.080
Specialty Cultivator MUP MUP MUP
Small Cultivator MUP MUP MUP
Nursery MUP MUP MUP
Manufacturing MUP MUP MUP
Distributor MUP MUP MUP
Microbusiness CUP MUP/ CUP MUP/ CUP MUP/ CUP
See Sec. 17.86.080(E)(12)
for specific requirements per
zone.
Testing CUP A A A
Director’s action required.
See also Sec.
17.86.080(E)(9).
Retailer (Delivery) MUP MUP MUP
Retailer (Storefront) CUP CUP
SPECIFIC AND TEMPORARY LAND USES
Educational Conferences
Housing MUP MUP MUP MUP
Homestay Rentals See Sec. 17.86.160
Home Occupation See Sec. 17.86.140
Food Trucks See Sec. 17.86.120
Nightclubs and Live
Entertainment MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP
Office - Temporary See Chapter 17.113
Outdoor Temporary and/or
Seasonal Sales See Sec. 17.86.190 and Chapter 17.113
Parking Facility - Temporary CUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP See Chapter 17.113
Safe Parking CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP See Sec. 17.86.230
Special Event MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP MUP See Chapter 17.113
Vending Machine See Section 17.86.280
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