Architectural Review Committee Meeting
Regular MeetingMonterey, CA · May 2, 2012
Minutes
MINUTES
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER, FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS,
MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA
Members Present: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa (arrived at
4:04 PM)
Members Absent: Finklea
Staff Members Present: Senior Planner Ebbs, City Forester Reid, Recording Secretary
Abadilla
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Dawson called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM.
CONSENT ITEMS
Committee Member Comments:
After a discussion regarding placing Item 4 on consent, it was decided to leave the item under
Public Appearance.
On a motion by Vice Chair Hill, seconded by Committee Member Jacoubowsky, and carried by
the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved the CONSENT ITEMS:
AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky
NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 2 MEMBERS: Finklea, Latasa
ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None
Approval of Minutes
1. April 18, 2012
ACTION: Approved the Minutes as submitted.
Other Consent Items
2. Reconsider 640 Wave Street; Sign Permit Application 12-045 for New Wall Sign; Applicant Phil
Vanderkraats; Owner Cannery Row Company; C-2 Zoning District, Exempt from CEQA
Requirements (Continued from April 4, 2012).
ACTION: Continued application for new wall sign to the May 16, 2012 ARC Meeting.
3. Consider 39 Fisherman’s Wharf No. 1; Architectural Review 12-068 to Approve Additional
Awnings on the Bay Side of the Building; Applicant Dennis Hodgin for Chris Shake of Old
Fisherman’s Grotto; Owner City of Monterey; Exempt from CEQA Requirements.
ACTION: Adopted Resolution for additional awnings on the bay side of the building.
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***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Committee Member Jacoubowsky recused himself due to a conflict of interest.
4. Consider 461 Dela Vina; Tree Removal Permit Referral 6741; Applicant John Ley’s Tree
Service; Owner Access Association Services; R-3-15 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA
Requirements.
ACTION: Adopted the Resolution approving the Tree Removal Permit with a
replacement of 1:1 with Oak trees.
Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions:
Senior Planner Ebbs presented the agenda report and both he and City Forester Reid
answered Committee Members’ questions.
Applicant:
Daryl Hawkins was present. He stated that the main water line was damaged by the existing
trees and that replacing with coastal live oaks will be kinder to the water lines than having the
eucalyptus trees.
Public Comments:
None.
On a motion by Vice Chair Hill, seconded by Committee Member Latasa, and carried by the
following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted the Resolution approving the Tree
Removal Permit with replacement of 1:1 with Oak trees.
AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Latasa
NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Finklea
ABSTAIN: 1 MEMBERS: Jacoubowsky
RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None
Committee Member Jacoubowsky returned at 4:10 PM.
Items 5 and 6 were presented and discussed as one item with two separate motions.
5. Consider 625 Major Sherman Lane; Architectural Review Application 11-281 for Preliminary
and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant Ray Schmitt; Owner
Albert Barreto; R-1-10-D-1 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements.
ACTION: Adopted the Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural
Review of New Single-Family Dwelling.
Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions:
Senior Planner Ebbs presented the agenda report and answered Committee Members’
questions.
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Applicant:
Ray Schmitt and Albert Barreto were present. Mr. Schmitt explained the proposal with regards
to the six foot fence separating the two houses and installing landscaping between the two.
He added that a person will be able to see the roofline of the houses along with the fences
when driving down the street.
Mr. Barreto stated that he has spoken with the City Forester with regards to a City tree having
to be trimmed for access to the sites when the houses are being constructed. He added that
he has approval for a tree at the rear of the property to be removed.
Both men answered questions regarding the proposed colors, the fence, the roof detail on the
south elevation, the skylights and when the houses would be placed on the lots.
Public Comments:
None.
On a motion by Vice Chair Hill, seconded by Committee Member Bartram, and carried by the
following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted the Resolution approving
Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling.
AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa
NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Finklea
ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None
6. Consider 631 Major Sherman Lane; Architectural Review Application 11-281 for Preliminary
and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant Ray Schmitt; Owner
Albert Barreto; R-1-10-D-1 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements.
ACTION: Adopted the Resolution approving Preliminary and Final Architectural
Review of New Single-Family Dwelling.
On a motion by Committee Member Davis, seconded by Committee Member Jacoubowsky,
and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted the Resolution
approving Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling.
AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa
NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Finklea
ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None
RECESS 5:30 p.m.
RECONVENE
***Evening Session Agenda***
7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Members Present: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa
Members Absent: Finklea
Staff Members Present: Senior Planner Ebbs, Principal Planner Cole, Recording
Secretary Abadilla
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CALL TO ORDER
Chair Dawson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
7. Reconsider 101 Fisherman’s Wharf No. 1; Architectural Review 11-234 to Approve Paint
Colors; Applicant Jeffery W. Kilpatrick/Tony Rappa; Owner City of Monterey; Exempt from
CEQA Requirements (Continued from April 18, 2012).
ACTION: Adopted the Resolution approving the revised paint colors.
Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions:
Senior Planner Ebbs presented the agenda report and answered Committee Members’
questions.
Applicant:
Tony Rappa was present. He handed out a new paint scheme and explained that one of the
colors dried darker than he liked so he chose a color one shade lighter. He answered
questions regarding the color behind the existing sign, where the proposed green color will be
painted, and painting the tile trim.
Public Comments:
None.
On a motion by Committee Member Latasa, seconded by Committee Member Davis, and
carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee adopted the Resolution
approving the revised paint colors.
AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Dawson, Hill, Bartram, Davis, Jacoubowsky, Latasa
NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Finklea
ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None
RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None
8. Downtown Specific Plan Update.
ACTION: Received Update on the Downtown Specific Plan.
Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions:
Principal Planner Cole presented the agenda report and answered Committee Members’
questions.
Applicant:
Project Consultant Henry Ruhnke gave a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape, Plazas
and Urban Design Plan and answered Committee Members’ questions.
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COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS
Committee Member Latasa asked the status of 1001 Hellam Street.
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
Senior Planner Ebbs handed out information regarding the ARC Guidelines that are no longer
valid.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM.
Respectfully Submitted, Approved,
Forrest Ebbs Chair
Senior Planner Architectural Review Committee
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Agenda
Architectural Review Committee Committee Members
Agenda Mike Dawson, Chair
Jonathan Hill, Vice Chair
Regular Meeting Gordon Bartram
Paul E. Davis
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Dan Finklea
Boris Jacoubowsky
Council Chamber 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Terry Latasa
Few Memorial Hall of Records 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Monterey, California
FIELD TRIP
The Architectural Review Committee will conduct a field trip Monday, April 30, 2012 to review
the Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Architectural Review Committee Agenda. The Architectural
Review Committee will depart for the field from behind Colton Hall at 4:00 PM.
For information call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: April 27, 2012
***Afternoon Session Agenda***
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
CONSENT ITEMS
CONSENT ITEMS allow for a review of those items recommended for approval on consent or
recommended to be continued, tabled or withdrawn, etc. Consent items consist of those items which
are routine and for which a staff recommendation has been prepared. A member of the public or a
Committee Member may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be heard on the
regular agenda for further discussion.
Approval of Minutes
1. April 18, 2012
Other Consent Items
2. Reconsider 640 Wave Street; Sign Permit Application 12-045 for New Wall Sign;
Applicant Phil Vanderkraats; Owner Cannery Row Company; C-2 Zoning District,
Exempt from CEQA Requirements (Continued from April 4, 2012).
3. Consider 39 Fisherman’s Wharf No. 1; Architectural Review 12-068 to Approve
Additional Awnings on the Bay Side of the Building; Applicant Dennis Hodgin for
Chris Shake of Old Fisherman’s Grotto; Owner City of Monterey; Exempt from
CEQA Requirements.
***End of Consent Agenda***
PUBLIC COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS. At this time, the public may speak for a maximum of three minutes on any
subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey Architectural Review Committee and which is not
on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the Committee may do
so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to the Committee, City Hall,
Monterey, CA 93940. Public Comments are taken during the afternoon session and continued at the
evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to three minutes at either session, but
not both.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on action or informational issues that might stimulate public
discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to offer your
comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker.
4. Consider 461 Dela Vina; Tree Removal Permit Referral 6741; Applicant John Ley’s
Tree Service; Owner Access Association Services; R-3-15 Zoning District; Exempt
from CEQA Requirements.
5. Consider 625 Major Sherman Lane; Architectural Review Application 11-281 for
Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling;
Applicant Ray Schmitt; Owner Albert Barreto; R-1-10-D-1 Zoning District; Exempt
from CEQA Requirements.
6. Consider 631 Major Sherman Lane; Architectural Review Application 11-281 for
Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of New Single-Family Dwelling;
Applicant Ray Schmitt; Owner Albert Barreto; R-1-10-D-1 Zoning District; Exempt
from CEQA Requirements.
RECESS 5:30 p.m.
RECONVENE
***Evening Session Agenda***
7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONTINUED PUBLIC COMMENTS. At this time, the public may speak for a maximum of three
minutes on any subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey Architectural Review Committee
and which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the
Committee may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to the
Committee, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940. Public Comments are taken during the afternoon session
and continued at the evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to three minutes at
either session, but not both.
PUBLIC APPEARANCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE items are reports on action or informational issues that might stimulate public
discussion, but that do not require formal noticing as public hearings. You are welcome to offer your
comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker.
7. Reconsider 101 Fisherman’s Wharf No. 1; Architectural Review 11-234 to Approve
Paint Colors; Applicant Jeffery W. Kilpatrick/Tony Rappa; Owner City of
Monterey; Exempt from CEQA Requirements (Continued from April 18, 2012).
8. Downtown Specific Plan Update.
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS
COMMITTEE MEMBERS may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a
brief report on his or her activities. In addition, a Committee Member may provide a referral to staff or
other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent
meeting concerning any City matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business
on a future agenda. (G.C. 54954.2)
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS
INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS supply information on activities or
announcements and may request clarification or direction regarding the scheduling of meetings and
study sessions.
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ADJOURNMENT
ADJOURNMENT — The general policy of the Architectural Review Committee is that the Afternoon
Session will end no later than 5:30 p.m. and the Evening Session will end no later than 11:00 p.m. Any
public agenda items that have not been completed within the designated adjournment time may be
formally extended by the Committee, or continued to the next regularly scheduled Architectural Review
Committee Meeting, or continued to a Special Meeting.
Agenda packets may be reviewed by the public in the Monterey Public Library, in the Planning Office,
or on the web at http://www.monterey.org beginning late Friday afternoon prior to the date of the
meeting.
Members of the public have the right to address the Committee on any Agenda items. The Chair will
formally open the floor for public comment. However, if you wish to speak to items during "Consent
Agenda" or "Staff Informational Report," please advise the staff or the Chair prior to the action on that
item and you will be recognized. Notification as much in advance as possible is appreciated.
Information distributed to the Committee at the meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of
written material, pictures, etc. should be provided to the Secretary for this purpose.
Architectural Review Committee decisions may be appealed within ten (10) days from the date of the
decision on forms available in the Planning Division during business hours. When the tenth day falls
on a weekend or a holiday, the appeal deadline date is the next working day following the holiday or
weekend. The appeal filing fee is $170. For more agenda information, call the Planning Office at (831)
646-3885.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL
May 8 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 10 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 10 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Monterey Library - 4:00 pm
May 15 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM
May 16 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
May 17 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM
May 21 Colton Hall Museum Cultural Art Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm
MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885
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