HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC-1010-16 (USE-3369-2016 -- 190 Stenner Street)RESOLUTION NO. PC -1010-16
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO PLANNING COMMISSION
APPROVING A NEW SORORITY USE (ALPHA GAMMA DELTA) ON A
PROPERTY WITH THREE EXISTING DWELLING UNITS IN THE
HIGH-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE, WITH A CATEGORICAL
EXEMPTION FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW, AS REPRESENTED
IN THE STAFF REPORT AND ATTACHMENTS DATED
SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 (190 STENNER STREET USE -3369-2016)
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public
hearing in the Council Hearing Room of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California,
on September 28, 2016, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under USE -3369-2016, AGD
Fraternity Housing Group, applicant; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo has duly considered
all evidence, including the testimony of the applicant, interested parties, and evaluation and
recommendations by staff, presented at said hearing.
WHEREAS, notices of said public hearing were made at the time and in the manner
required by law; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of
San Luis Obispo as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The Planning Commission hereby grants final approval to the
project (USE -3369-2016), based on the following findings:
As conditioned, the project will not be detrimental to the health, safety, and welfare of persons
living or working at the site or in the vicinity because conditions have been included that
place limits on the number of persons allowed on site, restricts activities, provides adequate
parking, and limits potential disturbances to neighboring properties. The project will be
compatible with site constraints and the character of the neighborhood.
2. The proposed project is consistent with General Plan Land Use policy and 2.6.5 and Housing
Element policy 8.6 to locate student housing projects, fraternities and sororities in close
proximity to the Cal Poly campus and other student -oriented uses and housing.
3. As conditioned, the proposed use is consistent with the Zoning Regulations because the
number of residents is consistent with the group housing maximum occupancy limits and the
parking configuration is consistent with neighboring properties and results in an adequate
number of parking spaces for residents.
4. As conditioned, the parking requirement for 1 parking space per 1.5 occupants (total of 5
parking spaces) allows for needed flexibility due to site constraints and is appropriate due to
the proximity of the use to campus which would help alleviate the need for on-site parking.
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SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The project is categorically exempt under Class 1,
Existing Facilities; Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, because the project will occupy an
existing residential development that will not result in an expansion beyond that of the existing
residential use.
SECTION 3. Action. The Planning Commission hereby grants final approval to the
project with incorporation of the following conditions:
Planning Division
The applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City and/or its agents, officers
and employees from any claim, action or proceeding against the City and/or its agents,
officers or employees to attack, set aside, void or annul, the approval by the City of this
project, and all actions relating thereto, including but not limited to environmental review
("Indemnified Claims"). The City shall promptly notify the applicant of any Indemnified
Claim upon being presented with the Indemnified Claim and the City shall fully cooperate in
the defense against an Indemnified Claim.
2. No more than seven (7) persons shall reside at the site at any time. The applicant shall allow
the City to verify occupancy by allowing an inspection of the records or by a visual inspection
of the premises. Any inspection shall be at a reasonable time and shall be preceded by a 24-
hour notice to the residents. The property will be subject to the City's Multi -Dwelling
Residential Inspection Program and annual fee assessment.
3. The maximum number of persons allowed on-site for routine meetings and gatherings shall
not exceed fifteen (15) persons.
4. No meetings, parties, or other types of sorority activities that would exceed a maximum
occupancy of 15 persons may take place on the project site, unless otherwise approved by the
Community Development Director for special events along with an approved transportation
plan to reduce impacts to the surrounding neighborhood.
A minimum of five (5) on-site parking spaces, as described in the project description and
shown on plans, shall be provided and maintained at all times.
6. Pursuant to Zoning Regulations Table 6.5, the project shall provide bicycle lockers or interior
space within each dwelling or accessory structure for the storage of at least one bicycle per
resident.
7. A building permit is required for any proposed signage identifying the sorority house. The
signage shall be reviewed and approved by the Community Development Director subject to
compatibility findings with the surrounding neighborhood based on size, location, style, etc.
8. The property shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner at all times, including
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maintenance of landscaping.
9. The sorority shall remain affiliated and in good standing with the Interfraternity Council of
Student Life and Leadership at California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo. If the
sorority (Alpha Gamma Delta) becomes unaffiliated or no longer held in good standing with
California Polytechnic University, this use permit shall be revoked.
10. The applicant shall provide names and telephone numbers of responsible persons to the
Community Development Department and SLOPD Neighborhood Services Manager on an
annual basis. Responsible persons shall be available during all events and at reasonable hours
to receive and handle complaints.
11. The Use Permit shall be reviewed by the Community Development Director for compliance
with conditions of approval, or to determine whether a modification of the Use Permit is
necessary upon significant change to the sorority as represented in the Staff Report dated
September 28, 2016, or in the event of a change in ownership which may result in deviation
from the project description or approved plans.
12. This Use Permit can be referred to the Planning Commission if the City receives substantiated
written complaints from any citizen, Code Enforcement Officer, or Police Department
employee, which includes information and/or evidence supporting a conclusion that a
violation of this Use Permit, or of City ordinances, regulations or Police Department resources
(calls for service) applicable to the property or the operation of the business, has occurred.
At the time of the Use Permit review, to ensure compliance with these conditions, conditions
of approval may be added, deleted, modified, or the Use Permit may be revoked.
Engineering Division
13. A separate encroachment permit shall be required for any work within the public right-of-
way.
14. The existing driveway approach shall be upgraded to comply with current standards in
accordance with previous approvals. The current city and ADA standard requires a 4'
accessible sidewalk extension behind the ramp.
15. Any sections of damaged or displaced curb, gutter & sidewalk or driveway approach shall be
repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Public Works Director. The open tree well shall
be replaced with integral sidewalk per city engineering standards.
16. Street trees are required at a rate of one 15 -gallon street tree for each 35 linear feet of frontage.
One additional street tree may be required. A site inspection can be schedule to review
existing trees and determine if additional street trees are required. Tree species and planting
requirements shall be in accordance with city engineering standards.
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On motion by Commissioner Larson, seconded by Commissioner Fowler, and on the
following roll call vote:
AYES:
Commissioners Dandekar, Fowler, Knight, Larson, and Stevenson
NOES:
None.
REFRAIN:
None.
ABSENT:'
Malak
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 28th day of September, 2016.
Doug Davi son, Secretary
Planning Commission