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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03/05/1991, 5.B - GP/R 1502 - CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING THE LAND USE ELEMENT AND ZONING MAPS TO CHANGE THE DESIGNATIONS FROM NEIGHBORHOOD-COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL FOR PROPERTIES AT 2011 CHORRO STREET AND 2012 BROAD STREET. " ��H►�►I�Ifl�l ����l MY Of San tins osispo COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Staff Report Page 2 CONSEQUENCES OF NOT TARING THE RECOMMENDED ACTION If the rezoning is not approved, the two lots will continue to be zoned C-N. According to one of the property owners, this would make it difficult to secure financing for home improvements, and encourage property owners to convert housing to commercial uses. Without the rezoning, the houses could remain and the residential uses continue two ways: 1) as legal, non-conforming uses, and 2) as conditionally allowed uses with approval of an administrative use permit. As a legal, non-conforming use, the residential uses would have to be replaced with conforming uses if the residential use were abandoned for a continuous period of six months or more. DATA SUMMARY Applicant: City of San Luis Obispo Property Owners: 2011 Chorro Street - Alan and Susan MacMeekin; 2012 Broad Street - Paul D. Porter Zoning: C-N General Plan: Neighborhood-commercial Environmental status: Negative declaration Site Data: The two lots are located in a neighborhood of mixed residential and commercial uses, in a triangular-shaped block bounded by Broad, High, and Chorro Streets. Adjacent uses include professional offices and houses to the north, east, and south; and houses, apartments, a beauty salon, and a service station across Broad Street to the west. No significant vegetation exists on the properties. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION At its February 13, 1991 meeting, the Planning Commission voted 5 to 2 to recommend that the City Council amend the general plan and rezone the two lots from C-N to R-2 as initiated by the City Council. Commrs. Hoffman and Rarleskint were concerned with possible traffic conflicts resulting from residential driveways along Broad Street, a State highway and arterial street. They preferred that properties fronting on Broad Street remain C-N zoned. Zoning History Residential uses are conditionally allowed in the C-N zone. The zone also allows a range of commercial uses like grocery and drug stores, restaurants, beauty salons, bike shops, branch banks or savings and loans, and specialized retail shops. During the citywide rezoning in 1977-78, the Planning Commission and City 1111011141city Of San LUIS OBISPO ANGlaMe COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT staff Report Page 3 Council considered the idea of rezoning this entire block to medium-density residential (R-2) . A small portion of the block was then zoned R-2. The Council eventually decided to rezone all but one lot to C-N. At that time, the Planning Commission and City Council determined that C-N was more consistent with the changing character of the neighborhood, and that it would promote General Plan goals for improved neighborhood shopping opportunities. The overall land use strategy in this area was to provide a contiguous C-N "strip" along both sides of Broad Street between Alphonso Street on the south to Upham Street on the north. General Plan Policies The proposed rezoning appears consistent with general plan land use and housing policies which encourage medium-density housing near neighborhood commercial facilities and public facilities; where utilities, circulation, and neighborhood character can accommodate such development; and where a property is equally well suited to either residential or commercial uses, residential shall be given higher priority. The rezoning may not be consistent with policies encouraging medium-density residential uses to be accessible from collector streets; to prevent scattered, small-scale convenience commercial uses within residential zones; and to protect and buffer residential uses from arterial streets and incompatible, non- residential uses. For example, the rezoning helps preserve housing in the Old Town neighborhood; however it would affect only two lots -- adjacent lots on both sides would remain C-N, resulting in a mix of C-N and R-2 zoning in this block. Also, it requires that the new lot on Broad Street continue to take access from Broad Street, a relatively high-volume arterial street. The council-approved lot split does not affect current land uses; however the subdivision limited the feasibility of C-N uses in the future since the resultant lots will be smaller and have only one street frontage, thereby reducing their access, visibility, and developable area. For example, Parcel 1 has access only onto Broad Street -- a arterial street with an average daily traffic volume (ADT) of about 10,400 vehicles per day. Secondary access to a collector street is desirable, particularly if the property remains commercially-zoned. Parcel 2 which faces Chorro Street, a residential collector, would lose its potential for access and visibility from Broad Street (State Highway 227) . The Land Use Element (LUE) encourages C-N uses to have access from arterial streets to avoid the concentrated use of residential collector or local streets for truck delivery or customer traffic. MEETING DATE: �►►�►�►►Iullllllllll► ��UIII city of San tins OBISpo ITEM NUMBER: ma COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT Staff Report Page 4 To resolve the access concern, the minor subdivision's conditions of approval and negative declaration required dedication of reciprocal, private easements to allow safer access for future commercial uses, and to comply with LITE policies regarding access for commercial lots. The subdividers are required to dedicate 12- foot wide access easements along either the side or rear property lines if and when either lot were converted to commercial use. ALTERNATIVES 1. Continue the rezoning with direction to staff on changes or additional information needed; or 2. Deny the general plan amendment and rezoning if the council determines it to be inconsistent with city land use policies. RECOMMENDATION Adopt the attached resolution and ordinance which: 1) affirm the negative declaration of environmental impact, and 2) amend the general plan and rezone the property as shown in Exhibits "A" and "B. 0 Attachments: - icinity Map -Tentative Parcel Map MS 90-257 Draft Resolution and Exhibit "A": GP map amendment Draft Ordinance and Exhibit "B" : rezoning map -Initial environmental study RESOLUTION NO. (1991 Series) A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP AT 2011 CHORRO STREET AND 2012 BROAD STREET FROM NEIGHBORHOOD-COMMERCIAL TO MEDIUM-DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (GP/R 1502) WHEREAS, the Planning Commission and the City Council have held public hearings on the proposed amendment in accordance with the California Government Code; and WHEREAS, the amendment comes to the council upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, the potential environmental impacts of the amendment have been evaluated in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and the City's Environmental Guidelines. NOW, THEREFORE, the council resolves as follows: by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, as follows: SECTION 1. Findings. 1. The proposed general plan amendment is consistent with the general plan land use element because it encourages the preservation of housing, protection of residential areas from incompatible commercial uses, and discourages scattered small- scale neighborhood-commercial uses in residential neighborhoods. 2. The proposed general plan amendment and rezoning will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of persons living or working on the site or in the vicinity of the project site. SECTION 2. Environmental Determination. An initial environmental study (ER42-90) has been prepared and the council hereby approves a negative declaration. SECTION 3. May Amendment. The General Plan Land Use Element map is hereby amended from neighborhood-commercial to medium- density residential as shown on the attached Exhibit "A. " The Community Development Director shall cause the change to be reflected on maps on display and published by the city. On motion of , seconded by and on the following roll call vote: AYES: SQ -S Council Resolution No. (1991 Series) Page 2 NOES: ABSENT: the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this day of 1991. Mayor Ron Dunin ATTEST: City Clerk, Pam Voges APPROVED: City A 'nistrative Officer C' to Community Dev 1 pment Director Attachment: Exhibit "A", Land Use Map amendment so- so - EL•:'eee °� -eadoeo•oe - - - - - � °a$ev o�� o$e°oe°p °o°ov°O°° I"\V'P` i.,.aoeo°o - ]r:�a::l:�f:.�..1:•/_. ^��•.: �:::::::•::::..•�/1 '• $$$o°° �°a8°b�°o oey8°oo°0°0° la � .o$c°::••• _ ;',\�', _ -:, !.'(l:•(�L f•• �I °eoe°oe° °e°8e°o0°a$$oa vv o.`i Cn }'% ♦.:: f I. r •. . •':.' - '. .a '(' •`L/:. _ ae°o°e°v°°°o°°°v .:�'.'i:i.`i'ii�-'.:,:�;�:,`�.is:.is ..fit f`.�ti .:..4 :.t..`I, - ve0000eeo° iF� "'v:;!::):'.: _ "L.., ••�ti:`. ..:::::..... °po •. 'L=::.S:r woo Gln.-1.1 � w"• ••••••••. - - _ ` U '-— •••. . 1 _ oe. i • ^ � e o°ee°a °v..°eo° ovoo •fan('L ltr r.Rw .� ••�...•.. �oo ooe°pe�:::::.:~ .,.... 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R: / �4� �•.1• ..IA y. � P.� , . _ -%� ' ••.ti'i'' : :,n3/�.•.Y/y ,M,r�1,•yaY,r L'+:i�:•�yC:��_ r /�.�.A''.•• EXHIBIT A General Plan ;.�� .:-r �f_ i`• J��._ �.• Amen 150c: Amend Q ..• �,,.:.;,<:,:<. ...; ,,;. oeneral plan •. . . .`.•� •. ;�.;:�=y '=�.v.:, ;.,..• to change designation from neighborhood-commercial : : r�r to medium-densityt al a1012 s residen i t XBroad St. and 2011 Chorro St. `s -ter til/ — w 7 .. r.,•'. .•.. .�� ,• e)i!' JJ•Yq�)':_rr�!. Z��.���J.:�-r1y`r � ., oeo �.•�.; °' ems`} �`)�°:•7]•'.'�,`1 r `r ` : •,•y0°O ieOpO°°0° _� +,,. a°e°o veaeeeeeeoeo :'ii iii i :i.�::::: !� "'7,. p .`.)jj.'L „1'•}: �•L.:_ � ,teee� eeeeeeeeeeee ... .. + '•4o°Oer.•eooeevea000 '.:.::::::::::::::':::: ..:... iT ... .... .... :: ... ... J- .....`;e°e, eeeeeeeee {::'iii' �::::::::a:�::-.:r:i��:;.:::: • ... ... .... ....` . . e,eee. ......... _ t'3 ORDINANCE NO. (1991 SERIES) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO REZONING PROPERTY AT 2011 CHORRO STREET AND 2012 BROAD STREET FROM C-N TO R-2 (GP/R 1502) WHEREAS, the Planning Commission and the City Council have held hearings to consider the appropriate zoning on the subject property in accordance with Section 65800 et. seq. of the California Government Code; and WHEREAS, the text amendment has been evaluated according to the California Environmental Quality Act and the City' s Environmental Guidelines, and has been granted a negative declaration (ER 42-90) ; and WHEREAS, the proposed rezoning promotes the public health, safety, and general welfare. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as follows: SECTION 1. Environmental Determination. After review and consideration, the determination of the Community Development Director to grant a "negative declaration of environmental impact is hereby approved. SECTION 2. Zoning Map Amendment. That 2011 Chorro Street and 2012 Broad Street shall be rezoned from C-N to R-2 as shown in the zoning map attached hereto and marked Exhibit "B. " SECTION 3. Publication. This ordinance, together with the names of councilmembers voting .for and against, shall be published once in full, at least (3) days prior to its final passage, in the Telegram-Tribune, a newspaper published and circulated in this city. This ordinance shall go into effect at the expiration of thirty (30) days after its final passage. INTRODUCED AND PASSED TO PRINT by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo at its meeting held on the day of 1991, on motion of , seconded by , and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: SU +lJ Ordinance No. (1991 Series) Page 2 Mayor Ron Dunin ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED: "tA inistrative Officer i tt Community Deve ment Director Attachment: Exhibit "B" s,�-9 v A \`� v� �•09 R El °c P 13 OS-10 UYNO.tr" ll ON INN eIl7 � f 1 • Alf *MIST«IC n P -2 3 `By;tioO. 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W biz— E d IAF S / r/f i Ile / W Q N � I I I I h° IK Vs � J L4 LP V :n .. •4• e 1 r I N �OYf Y .T• . . . . . � ••'�:fio -ems c d a[ •� aC � s N � ~ N p.' p • a= a v �f o 1 •• V J � J N kc W city of san lues oBispo INITIAL STUDY OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT SITE LOCATION 2011 Morro Street; 2012 Broad Street APPLICATION NO. HR 42-90 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Mange the zoning designation of nronerties at 2011 Morro Street and 2012 Broad Street fron C-N (Neighborhood Cormercial) to R-2 Qtedi1111.1-density Residential) APPLICANT City of San Luis Obisno t STAFF RECOMMENDATION: X NEGATIVE DECLARATION —MITIGATION INCLUDED EXPANDED INITIAL STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT REQUIRED PREPARED BY Jeff Ho s ciate Planner DATE 1/$/91 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DI ECTO 'S ON: DATE �1 � SUMMARY OF INITIAL STUDY FINDINGS I.DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 11.POTENTIAL IMPACT REVIEW POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS A. COMMUNITY PLANS AND GOALS ................................................... None* B. POPULATION DISTRIBUTION AND GROWTH.......................................... None C. LAND USE ........*.............................................................. ;Ione* D. TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION .............................................. done E. PUBUC SERVICES ................................................................ None F. UTILITIES....................... .... .'lone • G. NOISE LEVELS ................................................................... Mone H. GEOLOGIC B SEISMIC HAZARDS&TOPOGRAPHIC MODIFICATIONS ...., ...........'... None 1. AIR QUALITY AND WIND CONDITIONS.......................................'........ None J. SURFACE WATER FLOW AND QUALITY ............................................... Mone None K .. PLANT LIFE....... ............................................................. .10ne L ANIMALLIFE..................................................................... None M. ARCHAEOLOGICALIHISTORICAL ................................................... ':Mone N. AESTHETIC ........................................................... None O. ENERGY7RESOURCEUSE .......................................................... None P. OTHER ................................. ......................................... III.STAFF RECOMMENDATION Negative Declaration 'SEE ATTACHED REPORT sa as Initial Environmental Study, ER 42-90 Page 3 C. Land Use There do not appear to be strong environmental factors or General Plan policies which would give preference to either commercial or residential designation for these lots. City policies encourage commercial development of lots with frontage onto arterial streets, like this section of Broad Street (State Highway 227), and favor residential uses along residential collector streets. Of the three streets bordering the block, each has a mix of residential and commercial uses. Residential uses are conditionally allowed in the C-N zone. The zone also--allows a range of commercial uses like grocery and drug stores, restaurants, beauty salons, bike shops, branch banks or savings and loans, and specialized retail shops. During the citywide rezoning in 1977-78, the Planning Commission and City Council considered the idea of rezoning this entire block to medium-density residential (R-2). As now, a small portion of the block was then zoned R-2. The Council eventually decided to maintain the predominant C-N zoning, since it was felt that C-N was more consistent with the changing character of the neighborhood, and that it would promote General Plan goals for improved neighborhood shopping opportunities. The proposed rezoning reflects, at least in part, the city's preference for larger C-N centers instead of the previous land use strategy in this area which provided for a contiguous C-N "strip" along both sides of Broad Street between Alphonso Street on the south to Upham Street on the north. Broad Street, between South Street and the downtown, traverses one of the city's oldest residential neighborhoods — a neighborhood which evolved with a mix of residential and commercial uses. The General Plan encourages preservation of residential neighborhoods, and provides for mixed residential and commercial uses where they are compatible. Given the existing street layout, historic pattern of land uses in the neighborhood, and city policies encouraging mixed uses, the proposed rezoning appears consistent with General Plan policies and would not have a significant effect on traffic and circulation, growth rate, utilities, or other environmental factors. Significant Impact: None. III. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Negative Declaration Attachments: Exhibit "A", tentative parcel map MS 90-185. Initial Environmental Study, ER 42-90 Page 2 I. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING The site consists of two, C-N zoned lots, each with an existing house. The owners recently received city approval to split the pre-existing 8,705 square foot lot into two lots, each with one existing house (MS 90-185). Lot A, owned by Alan and Susan Mac Meekin (as joint tenants), fronts onto Chorro Street and covers 4,250 square feet. Parcel B, owned by Paul D. Porter fronts onto Broad Street and covers 4,455 square feet. The lot split locates the new lot line along an existing fence which separates the rear yards of the two properties. Although the property is zoned C-N (Neighborhood Commercial), the City Council initiated rezoning of the property to R-2 (Medium-density Residential) as part of its action approving the lot split. The proposed rezoning would merely recognize the lots' longstanding residential use; no new development is proposed. This initial study addresses possible adverse impacts of the proposed rezoning. See initial study ER 19- 90 for further information on Minor Subdivision 90-185. The site is located in a neighborhood of mixed residential and commercial uses. The site is located on a triangular-shaped block bounded by Broad, High, and Chorro Streets. Adjacent uses include professional offices and houses to the north, east, and south; and houses, a beauty salon and a service station across Broad Street to the west. No structures or significant vegetation would be affected by this rezoning. 11 POTENTIAL IMPACT REVIEW A. Community Plans and Goals General Plan Consistency. To maintain consistency between the General Plan and the proposed rezoning, the General Plan will need to be amended to show medium-density residential for the subject lots. Historically, these lots have been designated for residential and commercial uses at various times. For example, the 1966 General Plan showed this entire block as low - medium density residential, and was zoned "R-C', allowing mixed residential and commercial uses. These two lots, as well as most of the adjacent lots, are designated as Neighborhood- Commercial in the city's General Plan. This designation allows retail sales, services, and offices serving primarily neighborhood or convenience shopping needs. Only one of the seven lots within this triangular-shaped block is zoned residential -= the lot at 2003/2005 Chorro Street, just north of lot A. The proposed rezoning would.enlarge the R-2 zoning in this block as shown in Exhibit "A", attached. Significant Impact: None. By amending the General Plan concurrently with the city- initiated rezoning, the City Council can resolve the policy conflict. S23 VOLNY CONSTRUCTION, INC. CONTRACTORS LICENSE NO. 115705 1920 BROAD STREET ' PHONE 18051 543.3767 SAN LUIS OBISPO. CALIFORNIA 93401 February 12, 1991 FEB 121991 Planning Commission Cdy d San Lum Mao P.O. BOR 8100 '�murrty hveleCm San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8100 On February 13, 1991, you are reviewing a request to amend the land use element and zoning map to change the designation of property located at 2011 Chorro Street and 2012 Broad Street as shown on Map GP/R1502 from neighborhood commercial (C-N) to medium density residential (R-2). We, the property owners at 1920 Broad Street, are opposing the change from (C-N) to (R-2) at 2012 Broad Street. The property located at 2011 Chorro to (R-2) conforms to the neighborhood use and we are not in opposition to this change. Our property and other properties from Upham Street, North to South Street-South were addressed in a hearing for tentative zoning change some years back. The planning commission elected not to change zones to "R" designation for many reasons. Some of the reasons discussed at that meeting in opposition to the zone change were: 1. Highway 227 is a heavily traveled main arterial serving the South County and also serves commercial, residential and manufacturing areas off Highway 227. 2. Heavy traffic is not conducive to a residential use where children are playing and are crossing four lanes to get to school. 3. There are presently only five residential uses along this stretch of road. The balances of uses are commercial in nature. A Change to a "R" designation would make the largest percentage of uses now existing become non-conforming. We still consider these as significant, valid reasons against rezoning to an "R-2" zone. Sincerely, Vo Construction, Inc. A.\Yolny, President 20 Broad Street AAV lCIO . s8-�7 David A.�owen MM" 52259 Road 426 DATE _ / M# Oakhurst , Ca. ""'"r 93644 SLO City Council: Per Hearing Notice General Plan Amendment GP/R 1502-2011 Chorro & 2012 Broad Street As an adjacent property owner, I am against rezoning. The present zoning has been in place before I purchased 20 years ago. The Business zoning was a reason for purchasing. If you were to visit Chorro or Broad streets at this location, you would witness heavy traffic. These streets are major traffic routes to and from downtown. When I attended school, heavy traffic was a must for business zoning, and a negative for residential. This fact was obviously considered at the time the property was originally zoned by knowledgeable persons. As a Realestate Broker, and General Building Contractor, it is difficult to understand why anyone would purchase property zoned business if residentkl was what they desired. In recent years, two beauty shops were allowed very near this property.This shows that business is desired in this area. There is an insurance office on one corner of this triangular Block, and an office building on another. Why would it make sense to place residential zoning sandwhiched between businesses? If these people want residential zoning, let them move to an existing residential area, and not attempt to move into what I like and try to change what I purchased because business zoning was what I desire. I lived there for many years with that zoning, and was not effected in any way. I plan to return in afew years. Another point is that the lots in- question are 3, 000 sq. ft. The desired residential lot is 6,000 sq. ft. The triangular lot is not the most ideal. Respectfully sub fitted, Z� David A.Bowen <-OMEST0. ❑_�c� � � ©,caw ❑ Dx nGw ❑ fMCMU a umy ❑ FW DM HATMW/ trc. ❑ POLK:Ecx ❑ 'MCMI'.WAM ❑ RBC MX m t- t( d I a Q i 9 C UAD FILE ❑ UnL DM Ln SAN LUQ&OBISPO. C7. �'EETIN Draft PC Minutes .� - - � #AGENDA=/� � February 13, 1991 make a second motion regariling initiation of rezoning. He felt a majority of the Commission was making a land use decision. VOTING: AYES - Commrs . Peterson, Kourakis, Karleski�E�a � aea11// I]� r, Schmidt, Williams, and Hoffman . ��ss Aa NOES - Commr . G rnee . MAS 5 1991 ABSENT - None . The motion passed . CRyCLEAK SAN LUIS OBISPO,CA Rob Strong expressed disappointment that the General Plan Amendment was continued to resolve GP Amendments and questioned why a recommendation to the City Council to see if they agree instead of making the applicant wait for six months . He said he believed the Commission made an error and added he was going to see if the applicant could appeal the continuance because of the inaction of the Commission. In answering a question of Commr . Schmidt, Arnold Jonas said the Commission could initiate a recommendation to the City Council to amend the ordinances the Commission is recommending . Cindy Clemens recommended 0ticIng it for a public hearing as it is an action that was not n the agenda . She suggested directing staff to come back with a taff report . Arnold Jonas said since wo k had been started by a subcommittee, it might be appropriate to add a member to that committee to draft a proposal and staff would assist . Commr . Schmidt volunteered o be on the subcommittee . ---------------------------------------------------------------- Item 7 . General Plan Amendment & Rezoning GP/R 1502 : consid- eration of amending the Land Use Element map and zoning map to change the designations from neighbor- hood-commercial (C-N) to medium-density residential (R-2 ) for property at 2011 Chorro Street and 2012 Broad Street; City of San Luis Obispo, applicant . (Continued from January 30, 1991 ) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Jeff Hook presented the staff report and recommended the Commission affirm the negative declaration and recommend that the City Council amend the General Plan and rezone the property from neighborhood-commercial to medium-density residential, with or without changes discussed in the staff report . He presented several scenarios for rezoning. one lot at High and Chorro is R-2, the rest are C-N. The proposal before the Commission would rezone 2 lots to R-2 . one alternative was to rezone the 2 lots and 3 additional lots, and another alternative was to rezone residential use on Chorro and keep commercial zoning on Broad with 2 lots on Chorro being rezoned to R-2 . staff recommended the Commission recommend to the City Council any of the alternatives as they are all consistent with the General Plan . a Draft PC Minutes Page 2 Commr , Kourakis mentioned that leaving current residential loet a loan for legal non-conformingmake it hard for residents to g home improvements . Chairman Hoffman opened the public hearing . Alan MacMeekin, 2011 Chorro Street, said he did not have any objections to any of the proposed zoning options.He said his preference was to have residential R-2 on both Broad and Chorro Streets . He said Paul Porter was did not care about the zoning change . Chairman Hoffman closed the public hearing . Commr. Gurnee moved to approve the rezoning shown on Exhibits A and B with the recommended findings. Commr . Schmidt seconded the motion . Commr . Karleskint said he did not support the motion because he did not think it was proper to rezone the lot on Broad Street . He said he preferred Exhibit D, Alternative #2. Commr . Hoffman agreed with Commr . Karleskint . VOTING: AYES - and rs . Gurnee, Schmidt, Kourakis, Peterson, wil NOES - Coramrs . Karleskint and Hoffman. ABSENT - None . The motion passed . -------------------------------------------------- Con- Item 9 . General P sideration amendin the Land Use Element map and zoning map to cha a designations from conservation/ open space, 20-ac a minimum (C/OS-20) to public/semi- public (PF) for p operty at the city's wastewater treatment plant; ity of San Luis Obispo, applicant . (Continued from J nuary 30, 1991) --------- Jeff Hook presented the sta f report and recommended the Commission recommend to the City coucilng aaquestil of the General Plan Amendment and rezoning mr - Schmidt, he explained a use permit would govern the uses for the site in question . Commr . Schmidt said he rec ived a telephone call from a citizen who preferred to remain an nymous who said it was the most ugly entrance to the City, and hat ' s worse it' s of the City's own doing . He expressed conce n that this could open the door to unwanted surprises .