Planning Commission Meeting

MINUTES Planning Commission Regular Meeting Council Chambers, 380 Civic Drive, Galt, California Thursday, May 11 2017 6:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chair Morris. Commissioners present: Daley, Vice Chair McFadden and Chair Morris. Absent; Cannell, Absent; Sandhu Staff members present: Community Development Director Chris Erias, Development Engineer Bill Forrest and PC Secretary Tia Klumpp. PUBLIC COMMENTS – None INFORMATION/CONSENT CALENDAR 4. SUBJECT: Minutes of the April 13, 2017 Regular Meeting. ACTION: Vice Chair McFaddin moved to approve the minutes of the April 13, 2017, Regular Meeting. Commissioner Daley second the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Absent; Cannell, Absent; Sandhu PUBLIC MEETING: 5A. SUBJECT: 2017-2018 Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency AGENDA REPORT: Forrest RECOMMENDED ACTION: The Planning Commission adopt a resolution finding that the City’s capital improvement projects proposed for fiscal year 2017-2018, as identified in the proposed Five Year 2016-2021 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), are consistent with the 2030 Galt General Plan. ACTION: Commission Daley moved to approve and adopt the resolution. Vice Chair McFaddin second the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Absent; Cannell, Absent; Sandhu 5B. SUBJECT: Dry Creek Oaks – Architectural Review AGENDA REPORT: Erias RECOMMENDED ACTION: The Planning Commission review the proposed architectural plans for Dry Creek Oaks. Erias gave presentation on the history of the project and the proposed architectural plans as submitted by the developer for Dry Creeks Oaks. There is concern with the outdated design of the plans and the protruding, forward facing garages, most commonly known as “snout houses”. With the zoning being designated as a Planned Development, the options to deviate from the typical design standards are permissible and encouraged. Offered the option of reduced setbacks to City of Galt Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 of 3 Regular Meeting of May 11, 2017 possible allow for the garage to be in the rear of the home. Daley commented that after research in other cities; pleased with a small house/small lot (45’ width lots) using updated architectural design features. She noted it gives a great welcoming neighborhood feel. The plans as submitted are not conducive to that and would like to see something more current and appealing. Morris and McFaddin would like to see Plan 1 and Plan 2 as presented to be redesigned and provide a more appealing front elevation. McFaddin also requested that design be taken into consideration for the cul-de-sac. PUBLIC COMMENTS – The Secretary announced that members of the audience could address Commissioners on any matter which was not on the agenda but within the subject matter jurisdiction. She advised the location of the speaker sheets, asked that speaker sheets be presented to the Secretary prior to addressing Commissioners and advised that each person would have a three-minute time limit to speak. Sam Droto representing Dry Creek Oaks commented on the presentation given by Staff Erias, noting that the architectural design plans are representation of their project and feel it does fit into the need and design of the development. He is concerned with time line of the project and requested that the designs be reviewed and approved as presented. He has noted that concern and request of Chair Morris and Vice chair McFaddin regarding a redesign of Plan 1 and Plan 2. He will look into what options there are. ACTION: Staff Erias noted that this item on the agenda was for review and feedback by the planning commissioners. A formal presentation for recommendation will be scheduled at a later date. PUBLIC HEARING 6. None 7. COMMENTS BY STAFF/DIRECTORS REPORT Staff Erias and Staff Klumpp updated Commissioners about ongoing projects; residential and commercial development. 8. COMMENTS BY PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER/FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None 9. ADJOURN Meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m. City of Galt Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 of 3 Regular Meeting of May 11, 2017 MEETING MINUTES CAN BE HEARD IN ITS ENTIRETY BY REQUESTING A COPY OF THE AUDIO RECORDING FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION SECRETARY. Respectfully submitted by Tia Klumpp, Planning Commission Secretary /S/ _____________________________________ Tia Klumpp, Planning Commission Secretary