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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/16/1988, 3 - ARC 87-118: APPEAL OF AN ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION APPROVAL OF A REMODEL, ADDITION, AND CONVERSION OF TWO HOUSES TO OFFICES, ON THE SOUTHWEST SIDE OF BROAD STREET BETWEEN PACIFIC AND PISMO STREETS. A MEETING DATE: 11111I�pp 1111IIJI111 Cl .� of san LUia ompo —16— niis COONL AGENDA REPORT ITEM NUMSER: FROM: Michael u tare, Community Development Director Prepared by Jeff Hoo SUBJECT: ARC 87-118: Appeal of an Architectural Review Commission approval of a remodel, addition, and conversion of two houses to offices, on the southwest side of Broad Street between Pacific and Pismo Streets. CAO RECOMN�NOATION: A ter considering the original staff report and recommendation, Commission's action, hearing minutes,appellant's,testimony, and any public testimony, uphold or deny the appeal as deemed appropriate. BACTR SSION The applicant wants to convert two small houses in the O zone to offices. At its January 11th meeting, the Architectural Review Commission granted final approval to the project with staff to approve building and landscape details and final color selection. That approval has been appealed by neighbors (appeal attached). The key issues are neighborhood compatibility and access. In evaluating the project, staff felt that that parking was workable in the front or rear yard. Parking in the rear yard would be more consistent with the prevailing residential character along Broad Street between Pacific and Buchon Streets. However parking in the front yard yielded several advantages: improved access and circulation, more street yard landscaping before street widening, and allowed a large existing tree to remain. The ARC considered the advantages and disadvantages of two alternative site plans -- Plan A with parking in the street yard, and Plan B with parking in the rear yard-- before finally supporting plan A. The majority of commissioners felt that the compatibility concerns resulting from street yard parking could be adequately resolved with landscape screening, appropriate architectural detailing and careful color selection. Previous Review In addition to four ARC hearings, the project was also considered at an administrative hearing on August 21, 1987. The hearing officer approved a use permit to allow conversion of a houses to offices, and a variance to allow zero setback where 15 feet is normally required (conditions and minutes attached). At its first review of the project on August 3, 1987 the commission reviewed three site plan alternatives (Exhibits A, B, and C attached). Plan "C" with a driveway through the center of the lot to parking in the rear was discarded as being unworkable. During the commission's August 17th schematic review, most commissioners initially favored the alternative which kept the buildings and landscaping adjacent to the street and parking in the rear. Plan B, with parking in the rear yard, was schematically approved at that meeting. At its November 9th meeting, the ARC reconsidered its previous action and granted schematic approval to a revised plan A showing parking in the street yard. The majority felt that plan B could result in parking and access problems, and noted that an unattractive fire wall would be required along the northwest property line due to a zero building setback in plan B. 1►►111111I@I 0111111 city or sal i tins OBISPO = COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Page 2 SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS Both site plans A and B meet the city's parking and driveway standards. However plan B could result in awkward or unsafe parking maneuvers since the 10-foot wide driveway would allow only one car to pass at a time. Entering motorists might have to back out into Broad Street to allow cars to exit from the project. Plan A, with parking next to Broad Street, would change the spacing and pattern of buildings at a gateway to the Old Town neighborhood. Although this block of Broad Street is office-zoned, most of the properties retain a residential character. Although this would not be the first project with street yard parking (three out of 11 properties between Pacific and Pismo Streets have parking lots adjacent to Broad Street), it would extend the commercial "look", more typical of Marsh Street properties, closer to residential neighborhoods along Broad Street. CONSEQUENCES OF NOT TAKING THE RECOMMENDED ACTION If the council upholds the appeal, the applicant will need to revise the project to resolve neighborhood compatibility concerns. It is likely that site plan changes will also require architectural changes, necessitating additional design review. If the council denies the appeal, the ARC's action to approve the project with parking in the street yard would stand. This would allow the applicant to proceed with the project. Conditions of ARC approval require building colors, details, and landscaping to be approved by staff prior to building permit issuance. RECOMMENDATION After considering commission and public testimony, minutes, and previous staff reports, the council should deny or uphold the appeal as deemed appropriate. The commission's final approval of plan A was the result of a weighing the advantages and disadvantages of the applicant's two site plan alternatives. Other alternatives are possible, but would involve removal of one of the houses or more substantial redesign and cost to reconcile the conflicting concerns of improved architectural compatibility with better access. The commission's decision was a difficult one, involving largely subjective judgements about neighborhood character, architecture, and site planning. Given these factors, staff believes the council should be guided by the commission's deliberations as well as neighbor concerns. Both alternatives are workable with minor changes and refinements during the building plancheck stage. ATTACHMENTS -Draft Resolutions -ARC Staff Report -Letter from Applicant -ARC-Approved Plan (Plan "A") {Plan "B") -Plan "C" -ARC Minutes -Use Permit and Variance jh:3/ARC87-118 V RESOLUTION NO. (1988 Series) RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DENYING AN APPEAL OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION'S ACTION TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF TWO HOUSES TO OFFICES, ARC 87-118, AT 1335 AND 1337 BROAD STREET. WHEREAS, the Architectural Review Commission and City Council have held public hearings on this request for architectural approvals of the conversion of two houses to offices in accordance with Chapter 2.48 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the item has come to the council on appeal from neighbors of the proposed project, and the council has considered staff reports, commission minutes, applicant and public testimony, and materials submitted by the appellants and the applicant. NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo resolves to deny the appeal and uphold the Architectural Review Commission's action to grant final approval to ARC 87-118 with the following findings and conditions: Findings: 1. The proposed project is architecturally compatible with the surrounding structures and is appropriate at the proposed location. 2. Alternative Plan "A" will result in safer vehicular ingress and egress for the project and allow a substantial landscape buffer along Broad Street to screen the parking lot. 3. The proposed project will not adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of persons living or working at the site or in the vicinity. Conditions: 1. Larger-sized plant materials shall be used to screen the parking area to Community Development Department staff.approval. 2. Building colors shall be restudied including the use of "warmer" colors to Community Development Department staff approval. 3. Chimneys and front windows shall be redesigned to the approval of the Community Development Department staff. 3-3 Resolution No. (1988 Series) Page 2 On motion of seconded by and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of 1988. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED: (!)ministrative Officer City Att ney Community Development Director . 3.4 RESOLUTION NO. (1988 Series) A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO UPHOLDING AN APPEAL OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION'S ACTION TO APPROVE THE CONVERSION OF TWO HOUSES TO OFFICES, ARC 87-118, AT 1335 AND 1337 BROAD STREET. WHEREAS, the Architectural Review Commission and City Council have held public hearings on this request for architectural approvals of the conversion of two houses to offices in accordance with Chapter 2.48 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the item has come to the council on appeal from neighbors of the proposed project, and the council has considered staff reports, commission minutes, applicant and public testimony, and materials submitted by the appealants and the applicant. NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo resolves to uphold the appeal of the Architectural Review Commission's action to grant final approval to ARC 87-118 with the following findings: 1. The proposed project is architecturally incompatible with the surrounding structures and is not appropriate at the proposed location. 2. The proposed project will conflict with the established pattern and spacing of buildings along Broad Street at a gateway to the Old Town Neighborhood, a residential area with an.established and distinctive historical character. 3. The proposed project is likely to adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of persons living or working at the site or in the vicinity. On motion of . seconded by and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 3•� Resolution No. (1988 Series) Page 2 the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of 1988. Mayor ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED: City dministrative Officer City Att ney Community Development Director RECEIVED ��III��III�IIIIIIIQIp� 111 JAN 201988IoaspoCit OA ® ySa►�'1 �,11S 990 Palm Street/Post Office Box 8100 •San Luis Obispo, CA 93403.8100 APPEAL TO CITY COUNCIL In accordance with the appeals procedure as authorized by Title I, Chapter 1.20 of the San Luis Obispo Municipal Code, the undersigned hereby appeals from the decision of-ljle Q.1h•C. Vor 1335 }1337 BrondST rendered on JAm . 11. 19 W which decision consisted of the following (i.e. set forth factual situation and the grounds for submitting this appeal. Use additional sheets as needed) : 1. �� lo�of+ o� ��. bu�ldinc� is noT .n Keep�nc, W� nevc�hboolneocl osv�delanes , �-lo. IOw,ldi,n� Ls sem to "VX K ear el� .Lb ve�� lA, [le. l e ",b nc� b e,InA r�a4 1� 5 -b&C)P- To 3• 'Ta ' Color p� .t� v+w U�S`b� �a�ic a, wvv-K �,ronT 'FronT L6 IDIo ckt. '1'ki a Color ►S c�o� `may Cm 1-. D� o ��rvj r, e G.reC�, VIE�h-'Ter C'eler %. beuJeli 1.-tc d'e�u►vcc� The undersigned discussed the decision being appelfled from with: on Appellant: �1�. Name/Title RECEIVED p. TA(A mew0oju� JAN 2 0 1988 Representative GTS CLERK SAN LUISOBOBISPO.CA &57 Pt3mo Wt- Address rtAddress 5D$D Phone Original for City Clerk Copy to City Attorney Cal dared for: '� :��' Copy to City Administrative Officer Copy to the following department(s) : _jam-,r-.,� _ �;.,� � i'-1• r�i� /-lam City Clerk • 3-7 O r AA O _ .,:, ti 's ••n y 14 =O �0k 1 O IL O � pd'ti O d � ♦ Y':• .� p 's. Op ,,,s O :•' ��r.� of � . �^ � •... - � 1 Iii O a hlit u� 1l11111 city o f San tur�OBISpo DEVELOPMENT STAFF REPORT A�nl,:tani�'ii A"eY;eN �9�� 6sl9$ d8tltl@fy 11, 1988 t ETING DATE Jeff Hook, Associate Planner 2 BY ITEM NO, 1335 and 1337 Broad Street ARC 87-118 PROJECT ADDRESS FILE N0, SIBJECT: Remodel, addition, and conversion of two houses to offices, on the southwest side of Broad Street between Pacific and Pismo Streets. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION Final Approval subject to staff approval of site, building, and landscape details. BACKGROUND Situation The applicant has submitted revised plans and requests final approval of plan "A." At its November 9th meeting, the commission granted schematic approval to alternative site plan "A" which showed the parking lot adjacent to the street and the buildings located at the rear of the lot. The commission had previously granted schematic approval to site plan "B" which showed the parking lot behind the buildings, but reconsidered its action due to the applicant's concerns with meeting setback requirements under plan B. An administrative use permit and a variance were approved on August 21st, allowing the offices and reduced street yard from 15 feet to 0 feet. The use permit was intended to allow either site plan "A" or "B" (use permit and variance attached). A lot combination will also be required. EVALUATION Proiect Changes The site plan shows only minor changes from the plan which received schematic approval on November 9th. Changes include: 1. Stairwell has been shifted away from the parking lot about eight feet, and a stair screen with landscaping added. 2. Chimneys relocated to the Broad Street side of the second story addition. 3. Screened trash area added in rear yards. 4. Side elevations revised to reflect minor floor plan changes. 5. Site details and landscaping are shown. Staff Concerns Given this site plan, the project's neighborhood compatibility will depend largely on final detailing, colors, and landscaping. 117-80 3—� Staff Report Page 2 Some important details continue to be vague, and several design concerns remain. Staff suggests that the following issues be addressed: 1. Relocation of chimneys to front elevation and angled window design appears forced and out of context with the houses' original design. Side-mounted chimneys and mullioned windows in the gable ends would be more compatible with prevailing neighborhood architectural character. 2. Window materials, design, colors and trim should be discussed. 3. Design details of entry trellises and the stair screen. Staff suggests use of a heavy duty lattice to allow plants to climb on the screen, and to minimize long term maintenance. 4. Front yard landscaping would benefit from additional variety in form and colors. A slightly lower hedge plan (3-4 ft. height) is suggested to screen parked cars while allowing views of building from Broad Street. 5. Trash storage in rear yard is impractical, and as a result, dumpsters often remain unscreened in parking lots. An enclosure could be located in the front planter area, adjacent to the parking lot. This may also provide an opportunity for signage, with the 4 ft. fence and landscaping for partial screening. 6. Signage isn't shown. A low monument-type sign in the street yard may be appropriate. 7. Staff suggests that London Plane Tree be used for street trees to give a horizontal, open spreading effect. Street trees will need to be located so as to allow for future street widening. 8. Stair location adjacent to the large Tree of Heaven may pose hazards to tree roots. A tree protection bond will be required, and special measures will be necessary to protect the tree during and after construction. 9. A color board will be available at the meeting. Staff questions the use of a black ("charcoal") accent trim on windows, doors, and latticework. A lighter color trim may be more compatible with neighboring Victorian homes. RECOMMENDATION This is the fourth time this item has been reviewed by the commission. With specific ARC direction on the above issues, further review shouldn't be necessary. Provided the above issues can be resolved, staff supports final approval with details to return for staff approval. ATTACHMENTS -Vicinity Map -Developer's Statement -ARC Minutes -Schematic Approved Plans, 11/9/87 300to DEVELOPERS STATEMENT < Ian) At theme-9, 1987 AR.C.meeting,schemaatic approval was granted to site the buildings toward the rear of the parcel, with parking in front. The commission requested further study be directed toward the stairway ., in order to diminish it's overall visual impact on the project. I have worked with staff to mitigate the concerns expressed by the AR.C. , by redesigning the stairway around and behind the existing and predominant "free of Heaven% and to hide the stairway from the street view by providing screening (typical of the fence and railing detail)and the addition of a planter in front of said stairway screening.The 2 story restroom structure was moved back flush with the rear wall of the building to facilitate the stairway relocation. A screened trash area has been provided at the rear of each ground floor office,and Bike spaces were relocated adjacent to the stairway. The fireplaces and chimneys of the 2nd floor offices were relocated, providing for a better street elevation. I feel the project, as submitted, retains the residential character compatable with the neighborhood characteristic,as directed by the ARC,meets all of the conditions and requirements as specified by planing,and has the unanimous support of all the contiguous land owners. I respectfully request that the commission grant final approval for this project. . L-*- — - D immit,Applicant and Owner 3• fl DEVEMPERS STATEMENT TWO DIFFERENT SITE PLANS (A AND B) WITH ESSENTIALLY THE SAME FLOOR PLAN, ARE RE-SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION. THE SITE COVERAGE FOR EACH PLAN IS 23%, WHERE 50% IS THE ALLOWABLE IN THE OFFICE ZONE (THE EXISTING SITE COVERAGE IS 30%). BOTH PLANS (AND THE RESPECTIVE EXCEPTIONS REQUIRED FOR EACH) HAVE BEEN REVIEWED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AND HE HAS EXPRESSED SUPPORT FOR EITHER PLAN. THE PRIMARY ISSUE SEEMS TO BE WHETHER TO RELOCATE THE BUILDINGS TO THE REAR OF THE LOT AND SITE THE PARKING IN FRONT OF THE BUILDINGS, OR LEAVE THE BUILDINGS WHERE THEY ARE (RELOCATE 1335 1'-6" OFF THE PROPERTY LINE) AND SITE THE PARKING LOT BEHIND THEM. THE OWNER PREFERS SITE PLAN A (RELOCATE BUILDINGS), BUT WILL ACCEPT EITHER PROPOSAL, AS DIRECTED BY THE A.R.C. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE IMPORTANT TO CONSIDER IN THE EVALUATION OF EACH PLAN. SITE PLAN A BY RELOCATING THE BUILDINGS TO THE REAR OF- THE LOT, THE HEAVY TRAFFIC NOISE GENERATED FROM BROAD ST. (ESPECIALLY IN THE EVENT OF THE PLANNED STREET WIDENING) WOULD BE MINIMIZED AND BUFFERED BY THE PARKING LOT. THE PARKING LOT WOULD BE SCREENED (EXCEPTING THE ENTRY) BY EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPING ( TREES, AND GERMING) AND THE STREET YARD LANDSCAPING IS INCREASED BY 3 FT. IN DEPTH OVER THE EXISTING 18 FT DEPTH. THIS PLAN PROVIDES THE BEST PARKING PLAN AND ENTRY/EXIT CIRCULATION FROM BROAD. ALL THREE CONTIGUOUS LAND OWNERS, WHILE IN SUPPORT OF EITHER PLAN TO UPGRADE THE PROPERTY, PREFER THE PARKING LOT IN FRONT MORE THAN IN THE REAR BECAUSE OF THE NOISE FACTOR AFFECTING THEIR PROPERTIES (RESIDENTIAL TO REAR, AND OFFICE ON EACH SIDE). THE TREE OF HEAVEN IS PRESERVED. THE EXISTING STREET PATTERN OF BUILDINGS (LOCATED CLOSE TO THE STREET) IS AFFECTED. SITE PLAN B THIS PLAN WILL BEST MAINTAIN THE EXISTING STREET PATTERN OF BUILDING PROXIMITY TO STREET, BUT AT THE EXPENSE OF AN INFERIOR PARKING PLAN (ESPECIALLY WITH THE ENTRY/EXIT TO BROAD ST. ) AND A LESS DESIRABLE FLOOR PLAN FOR 1335 (LOSS OF WINDOWS DUE TO THE REQUIRED FIREWALL ALONG THE NORTH SIDE). BOTH MAJOR TREES WOULD BE LOST, ALTHOUGH THEY ARE NOT REGARDED AS PRIZE SPECIMENS AND ARE LOCATED TOWARD THE REAR OF THE LOT. THE NEW STREET TREES PLANNED FOR IN FRONT WOULD PROBABLY MITIGATE THIS LOSS. IN SUMMARY, I HAVE WORKED EXTENSIVELY WITH THE NEIGHBORS, STAFF,AND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR IN AN ATTEMPT TO PROVIDE A SUITABLE DESIGN SOLUTION TO UPGRADE THIS PROPERTY, AND RESPECTFULLY SUBMIT THE TWO PROPOSALS FOR CONSIDERATION AND DETERMINATION. AS TO WHICH, YOU AS A BOARD, FEEL BEST MEETS THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY. JIM DUMMIT, OWNER AND DEVELOPER 8/10/87 r a N O 6< '1 S O d 0 ti 9 . y W 3NI1 AlZ3dONd ' °C w .0-.09 eo d ' a W . u .0-.z AYAWHO -0-.9z $; ,1 at .0-.91 N = 3�' - s _ 4 � ; S ;7an�a v 7�N7e a � 0 Lai ' H101M A1�6 ; — r a ! z ' ct o S m Z e _U d '� a Z V Gi , O Q Q 'Q = fl C Q V m i . m i 'J11d�N1�'I ' o „ 9i00) IdY790NY1 a L 6 CL / . •_ . V Iuj ' W p J 1 W — d i C CL B , tL ' as ♦ _ r .........;5t :: b ..: W _a Lu EXHIBIT A � a � Z OC h u 6 a y N M 3- �3 -IOlt16 dGlt16• ...... ---- - ---�NIOI flJ� alJiilJJJ1lJ: 1 t*tbEll �wwj�tSl?-6 HANDICAP _ �::::•-- •-111. .. Y.-.-.•..-..��. ••-Y.•:It•::.:•::. 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MADDALENA, INC. REAL ESTATE AND MORTGAGE LOAN BROKERS 1329 BROAD STREET•SAN Luis OsisM cAumRNu 93401 •(805)543.9312 RouND G 1Yu►coALENA RAUM Architectual Review Commision City Hall San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 RE: 1335-1337 Broad Street Jim Dummit Project. Dear Commisioners: I am the owner of 1329 Broad Street, which is adjacent to the Dummit project. My preferance of the two alternative proposals is to relocate the present structures to the rear of his property; and provide for a landscaped parking area in front. This is a more favorable alternative because it will give both of our properties a more 'Open space" feeling. I hope that the removal of that awful avacado tree is in the plans. Because of it I must sweep the adjacent walkway daily and unplug my rain gutter several times yearly. Thanks for your consideration. i Yo rs sincerely, RO A, INC. Rol nd C. 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He worked with staff and the final plan pulls the stair mass into and around the tree and hides the stairway from the streetscape view with screening. This brought about more internal changes, including the chimneys. It makes for better elevations in the new locations. He responded to the staff report as follows: Mullion windows - difficult shape and there really aren't any existing in a structure right now. Window materials and design - adhere to existing architecture, but clean it up, use single double-hung windows. Trellissing - agrees with staff, manufactured cut wood on the side. Landscaping - variety of accent colors called out, which he feels are adequate. If more is required, give him direction to work out the finished details. Trash issue - he will use two of the offices as his own and will have no problem maintaining trash with the green-wheeled dumpsters. Opposed to putting dumpsters out in front. No signage proposed for property. Will have large street numbers instead. Street trees - proposing to use what is now in neighborhood, but will go with whatever the commission thinks is best. By building everything around the tree, he doesn't think there is a need for the bond. Colors - if proposed colors are too strong or offensive, he will work with staff to tone them down. The fence is intended to provide screening while the bushes grow for a few years. Wanted the same details used for the railings so there is continuity in the project. He wanted a 5 foot screen to would buffer the project from street noise, but felt there was a conflict in that a lower fence was preferred to offer visual penetration. He did not feel that berming would be compatible solution. Commr. Starr thought the front landscaping looked too formal. The planter materials can be worked out with staff. With the addition of the chimneys, he thought the gable ends appeared out character with the neighborhood. He preferred to see the chimneys relocated to the back of the building so that they are not so prevalent in the front. He liked the way the project had developed and felt keeping the trash in the rear was acceptable as opposed to putting a dumpster in the setback. Commr. Baur thought the hedge was a good solution and liked the revised plan as revised. He supported the project. Commr. Rademaker thought that the revised design causes problems for material changes on the side elevations. He objected to the chimneys being located in front and was not happy with the resultant window design. He thought the colors needed restudy, noting the purples were very "cool" and suggested not blending it with the charcoal. He liked the landscape design. DRAFT ARC MINUTES January 11, 1988 Page 2 Commr. Jones did not have a problem with proposed colors but felt that trash storage in the rear may be impractical. He encouraged the applicant to build in a way to make sure the trash was maintained in the back part of the building. He felt that a monument sign was not appropriate for the building at this location. He suggested using larger plant specimens to start for quicker fill-in. He felt that changing the paving material in the parking lot would draw people back to the building. He liked the landscaping plan and felt it was compatible with the neighborhood. He agreed with Commr. Rademaker regarding the chimneys and suggested that the stovepipe be internal to the side wall. Commr. Morris wanted the tree of heaven protected during construction and thought the landscaping plan looked good. He suggested training a flowering vine, such as a clematis, to grow up against the front of the building and stairway. Commr. Cooper suggested the use of large plants and a 5-foot tall hedge in the front planter. He agreed with other concerns regarding the chimneys and suggested the use of a flat lintel for the gable end windows. Mr. Dummit felt he could work with staff in revising the project to both his and the commission's satisfaction. Commr. Baur moved to grant final approval with direction to use larger-sized plant material, to restudy the building colors using "warmer" colors, and with chimney and front window redesign to be approved by staff. Commr. Cooper seconded the motion. AYES: Baur, Cooper, Jones, Morris, Rademaker, Starr NOES: None ABSENT: None The motion passes. ARC Minutes November 9, 1987 Page 5 PROJECTS: 1. ARC 87-118: 1335 & 1337 Broad Street; remodel addition and convert houses to offices; O zone; final review. Dave Moran, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report, recommending a continuance. Jim Dummit, applicant, responded to the staff report, and indicated the hip roof was removed per direction from the commission. He noted that the requested variance was needed to preserve the building. Commr. Pinard wanted the character of the neighborhood to be maintained with parking located in the rear of the building. She felt the stairwell in front would not work and be visibly intrusive from a pedestrian's point of view. She felt 7 feet between the buildings was acceptable. She could not support alternative A (parking in front) . Commr. Baur felt that plan A was acceptable and in scale with the neighborhood. . He thought that landscaping would screen the parking. He acknowledged that the site was difficult to develop. Commr. Morris could not support plan A, but agreed that 7 feet between the buildings was acceptable. Commr. Starr preferred plan B but felt it was awkward. He felt landscaping was critical to the project. Commr. Cooper felt plan B was better. He thought that taller buildings were acceptable if the parking was in front. Commr. Jones preferred plan A. He wanted to see landscaped screening in the parking area and the trees preserved. Commr. Rademaker could support plan A but felt it would need heavy landscaping. He felt the stairwell should be moved and the tree saved. Commr. Pinard moved to continue the project with direction to move the front stairwell, clip eaves, and noted the commission's preference for plan B. Commr. Morris seconded the motion. AYES: Pinard, Morris, Cooper NOES: Baur, Jones, Rademaker, Starr ABSENT: None 3 -2d ARC Minutes November 9, 1987 Page 6 The motion fails. Commr. Baur moved to grant schematic approval of Plan A which has the parking area in front of the building. Commr. Rademaker seconded the motion. AYES: Baur, Rademaker, Jones, Starr NOES: Pinard, Morris, Cooper ABSENT: None The motion passes. 4. ARC 87-132: 11590 Los 0 os Valley Road; remodel service-station into convenience food st a with self-service gas sales; C-N zone; final review. Dave Moran, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report, recommending final approval. Robert Drager, representative, esponded to the staff report and wanted to retain the 25 foot pol sign. The identification sign adjacent to the building would r duce visibility and may kill the project. He did not agree with wering the sign to 12 feet. Ray Alyshmerni indicated that a p lon sign would not work at this location. Commr. Rademaker felt that not muc signing was needed since most people know it's location. He sug sted using a monument sign at each entrance. He wanted the roof- ounted pylon sign to remain. He preferred alternative A (brick with etal siding) with the roof color to match the existing shopping cents . Commr. Starr thought that two monumen signs were acceptable and suggested the applicant reduce the la dscaping. He could support either plan. Commr. Jones preferred plan A with two onument signs and pylon sign on the roof. Commr. Morris thought that one monument ign was sufficient and preferred plan A. He suggested eliminat ng the handicap parking space to help traffic circulation. 3-21 ARC Minutes August 17, 1987 Page 3 Commr. Rademaker moved to a prove the red accent color but to deny the yellow accent color. Commr. Pinard seconded motion. AYES: Rademaker, P' ard, Baur, Cooper, Morris, Starr, Jones NOES: None ABSENT: None The motion passes. 2 . ARC 87-118: 1335 & 1337 Broad Street; remodel, addition, and convert houses to offices; O zone; schematic review. Dave Moran, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report, recommending the commission consider the revised site plan alternatives and grant schematic approval. Jim Dummit, applicant, responded to the staff report, and noted the plan reflects changes suggested by the commission. He desired to retain the buildings and preferred Alternative "A". He noted he has received neighbor support for the project. Commr: Rademaker felt that scheme "A" would result in a fire wall which would be bad for the project. He hoped that the large trees would be preserved. Commr. Morris felt that both schemes have merit but preferred Scheme B. Commr. Baur felt that plan A provided more landscaping along the street. Commr. Starr preferred scheme B but felt plan A was also acceptable. Commr. Jones felt Plan B was awkward, but could only support Plan A if heavy landscaping was used to soften the parking lot. He also hoped the "Tree of Heaven" could be preserved. Commr. Pinard felt plan B was the only one which worked but felt it wasn't the best solution. Commr. Cooper also preferred Plan B. He wanted the setbacks to be maintained but felt the trees could be removed. ���A.,01 ARC Minutes August 17, 1987 Page 4 Commr. Pinard moved to grant schematic approval of Plan B which has the parking area behind the buildings. Commr. Starr seconded the motion. AYES: Pinard, Starr, Cooper, Morris NOES: Baur, Jones, Rademaker ABSENT: None The motion passes. 3 . ARC 87-126: 864 Santa Rosa Stre ; remodel city recreation center; PF zone; final review. Dave Moran, Assistant Planner, pre nted the staff report, recommending final approval with m difications as suggested by the Cultural Heritage Committee. Don West, representative, respon d to the staff report and indicated the CHC had no objections to the remodel. He planned to maintain the character of the structure and a color palette reflects those of the neighborhood. He also note that coloring would reduce the impact of the gym. He indicate that costs prohibited wood over the metal trim. Jim Stockton, Recreation Dire or, noted that wood would be too costly to maintain. Commr. Pinard noted this was a historical building which has not been maintained. She suggested ing .wood windows and additional detailing on the Santa Rosa elevation. The city should set an example for other developer with this project. Commr. Jones wasn't sure i stucco siding was appropriate and suggested restoring it as t was originally if funding was available. He supported taff's recommendation. Commr. Starr suggesting sing wood on the Santa Rosa elevation but stuccoing the rest of th structure and widening the chimney. Commr. Rademaker was cc cerned with the proposed louvers and felt at least four were needed. He suggested using wood over the window frames and period land aping. Commrs. Baur and Morr' supported staff's recommendation. ARC Minutes August 3, 1987 Page 8 Commr. Pinard felt the project was acceptable, but noted that the new units were actually two bedrooms. She indicated that parking was sufficient for the actual two-bedroom duplexes and existing houses Commr. Rademaker discussed varying colors between the front and rear units and suggested using darker, recessive colors for the rear units. He also suggested using open rafter ends, rafter braces at gable ends, and turned or tapered porch columns in the new units to match the existing house. Commr. Jones moved to grant final approval. Commr. Morris seconded the motion. AYES: Jones, Morris, Baur, Starr, Pinard, Rademaker NOES: None ABSENT: Cooper The motion passes. i 6. ARC 87-118: 1335 & 1337 Broad Street; remodel, addition, and convert existing houses to offices; O zone; conceptual review. Jeff Hook, Associate Planner, presented the staff report, recommending the commission take public testimony, evaluate site planning alternatives, and make recommendations to the Hearing Officer regarding the variance request. Jim Dummit, applicant, and Terry Simons, representative, responded to the staff report and explained that "Exhibit All was their proposal and "Alternatives B and C" were prepared at staff's request. Commr. Pinard felt more landscaping was needed. She noted this site was transitional between residences and commercial and could not support a variance request. She felt the parking lot should be in the rear yard. She also felt parking was a problem due to the proposed intensity of development. Commr. Morris could not support parking in the street yard. He preferred plan "B". He felt the Ailanthus tree was a nice specimen but it would be okay to remove it. Commr. Baur also preferred option "B". If parking is to be installed in the street yard, he suggested using a wall or landscaping to hide the parked cars. 3-2� ARC Minutes August 3 , 1987 Page 9 Commr. Starr felt plan "A" had layout problems and questioned if sufficient space was available for parking lot landscaping after street widening. Commr. Jones also preferred plan "B" and agreed that parking was best located in the rear yard. Commr. Rademaker felt plan "A" was the most workable of the three, but there may be another better alternative such as removing one house with the remaining house enlarged to get additional floor area with parking at the side or in the rear. No action was taken by the commission but it was noted the commission preferred an alternative plan which kept the buildings and landscaping adjacent to the street with a new parking lot in the rear. 7. ARC 87-113: 375 Los Cerros Drive; new house on sensitive site; ti R-1-PD zone; final review. Jeff Hook, Associate Planner, presented the staff report, recommending a continuance with direction. Jay Farbstein, applicant, responded to the staff report, and explained the design decisions made. He presented letters of support from neighbors Ken Bohlen and Greg Barker. Stan Bell indicated the design was in keeping with the intent of the City Council and supported the project. Dick Zwiefel, neighbor, also supported the project. Commr. Baur supported the project as proposed and felt the terracing was acceptable. Commr. Starr felt the building siting and height were acceptable but was concerned with the height of the retaining wall. Commrs. Pinard and Morris had no major problems with the proposal. Commr. Rademaker liked the project. He suggested using painted plaster on the retaining wall to reduce its -apparent mass. Commr. Jones also liked the project and terracing. He. suggested adding detaining and exposing the natural concrete for the retaining walls. 3-25 �►i����iII�II�IIINllllllllllll����@Il►Iiiiii�I IcityOSal tuiS oBispo� 990 Palm Street/Post Office Box 8100 • San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100 September 8, 1987 Mr. Jim Dummit 1555 Laurel Lane San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Subject: Use Permit Application A 77-87 1335 & 1337 Broad Street Dear Mr. Dummit: On Friday, August 21, 1987, I conducted a public hearing on your request to convert a residential use to an office use at the above location. After reviewing the information presented, I took this item under submission. On August 31, 19871, I approved your request, based on the following findings and conditions: Findings 1. The proposed use will not adversely affect the health, safety and welfare of persons residing or working on the site or in the vicinity. 2. The use is appropriate at the proposed location and will be compatible with surrounding land uses. 3. The proposed use conforms to the general plan and meets zoning ordinance requirements. 4. The proposed use is exempt from environmental review. Conditions 1. At least six vehicle parking spaces, and five bicycle spaces shall be provided on the site at all times. 2 . The parking lot shall be screened and landscaped. A screening and landscape plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Community Development Department staff and Architectural Review Commission. The screening and landscaping shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the approved plan. Mr. Jim Dummit September 8, 1987 Page 2 3. Office uses shall be of a low- or moderate-intensity nature and as approved by the Community Development Director. Medical, dental, chiropractic, or similar office uses shall be prohibited. 4 . The exterior architectural character of the existing buildings shall be preserved, including wall framing, siding, windows, and trim. Failure to preserve the existing buildings may be grounds for use permit review, modification, or revocation. 5. The site shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. All plant materials shall be maintained and .replaced as needed. My decision is final unless appealed to the Planning Commission within ten days of the action. An appeal may be filed by any person aggrieved by the decision. If the use or structure authorized by this use permit is not established within one year of the date of approval, or such longer time as may be stipulated as a condition of approval, the use permit shall expire. See Municipal Code Section 17.58.070.D. for possible renewal. If you have any questions, please call Jeff Hook at 549-7176. Sincerely, Kittot� Ken Bruce Hearing Officer KB:bee 3-27 , city of sAn tuis' oBispo aid; 990 Palm Street/Post Office Box 8100 • San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100 September 8, 1987 Mr. Jim Dummit 1555 Laurel Lane San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Subject: Variance Application V1321 1335 & 1337 Broad Street Dear Mr. Dummit: On Friday, August 21, 1987, I conducted a public hearing on your request to allow reduced street yard setback from 15 feet to 0 feet for parking and reduced parking required at the above location. After reviewing the information presented, I took this item under submission. On August 31, 1987, I approved your request, based on the following findings and conditions: Findings 1. There are circumstances applying to the site which do not apply generally 'to land in the vicinity with the same zoning, specifically: a. The site has a small area. b. The site area is further reduced by a street planline which reduces the lot depth by 12.5 feet. 2. The variance will not constitute a grant of special privilege, inconsistent with the limitation.upon other properties in the vicinity with the same zoning and unusual physical characteristics. 3. The variance will not adversely affect the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or working on the site or in the vicinity. 4 . The variance will allow the retention of two existing houses which contribute to the scenic and historic character of the immediate neighborhood. 3-2� Mr. Jim Dummit September 8, 1987 Page 2 Conditions 1. Street yard setback shall not be less than six feet, measured from the planline. 2 . other yard setbacks shall not be less than three feet. 3 . At least six vehicle parking spaces, and five bicycle spaces shall be provided on the site at all times. 4. The parking lot shall be screened and landscaped. A screening and landscape plan shall be submitted to and approved by the Community Development Department staff and Architectural Review Commission. The screening and landscaping shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 5. The applicant shall grant to the city an irrevocable offer of dedication for street right-of-way along entire Broad Street frontage consistent with adopted city street planline. 6. The site shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. All plant materials shall be maintained and replaced as needed. My decision is final unless appealed to the Planning Commission within ten days of the action. An appeal may be filed by any person aggrieved by the decision. If the use or structure authorized by this use permit is not established within one year of the date of approval, or such longer time as may be stipulated as a condition of approval, the use permit shall expire. See Municipal Code Section 17.58.070.D. for possible renewal. If you have any questions, please call Jeff Hook at 549-7176. Sincerely, '_ ._ Ren Bruce Hearing Officer RB:bee 3-�.q