HomeMy WebLinkAboutApplicant QuestionsCity of San Luis Obispo, Community Development, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401-3218, 805.781.7170, slocity.org
August 23, 2018
San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre
888 Morro Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Pre-Application Meeting: Pre-Application review Pre-application review of a new
performing arts theater, the SLO Repertory Theatre (PRE-1686-2018)
Questions from the Applicant:
1. If the parking garage project is delayed, and we would like to move forward ahead of
it, are we really going to have to re-do all the EIR stuff? Why? Would most of that just
be re-working already attained data?
2. How will parking requirements be handled? Obviously, none will occur on site, but
can/will we get a break on in-lieu fees?
3. We critically need the roll up access doors on the south and north sides. A theatre can't
really function without this kind of access. How can this be accommodated? We really
only need these access points available occasionally. Could this be conditioned, such
as delivery trucks are only allowed certain days/hours? We don't see use of these doors
as creating more "traffic: per se.
4. The current draft EIR mentions a zoning designation of PF, but the development
requirements for this zone show 15 ft. setbacks and 25-35 ft. height limits. Other
parking garages, we understand, were zoned commercial and our designs have zero
setbacks and 40+ ft heights.
5. My understanding of the accessibility codes, based in experience with other
jurisdictions, is that the only exterior accessible, wheelchair ramp required is at the
main entrance. All other exterior exits can be stairs and/or pedestrian ramps up to 1
in 8 in slope. This is critical to our design in a number of ways.
6. What’s the plan for the BEE BEE statue on MORRO STREET outside of the theatre
now? Is the City planning on moving that to the new site? If not, what would be best
way to begin the discussion of any public art components in our site plan?
7. What portion of the sidewalk and Stairs at the Corner of Monterey and Nipomo will
be saved during Demolition?
8. How will the demolition of the existing structures be handled if the project is phased?
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9. What are the requirements for saving the Oak Trees? What type of material can be
placed over the root zone at the Oak Trees?
10. Are the driveways allowed in the current locations on both Monterey Street and
Nipomo Street?
11. What type of drainage will be allowed if the Access Roll Up Door on the North Side
of building is below grade? Can we pump storm water from this area with a duplex
pump?
12. What off-site improvements are going to be required? Can the City provide off site
design parameters? How are we tapering our proposed improvements into existing?
13. Are we going to be under-grounding all utilities?
14. How will the Storm Water Control Plan be handled? Are we responsible for only our
portion of the project? Do we need to show a plan on how the entire project must be
in compliance?
15. Primary site question is the Public ROW; we have shown landscape area to
accommodate the removal of on street parking, added driveway access (item 3 below)-
these items labeled on the plan.
16. The Stormwater questions are Daniel’s realm however we need to move forward with
an understanding of how to meet any standards for Stormwater management, LID or
bioretention areas.