Architectural Review Committee Meeting

Name: Architectural Review Committee Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2023-01-18T16:00:00
End: 2023-01-18T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · January 18, 2023

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: 35E27FBB-525D-465C-A349-414ADE81A926 MINUTES ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE Wednesday, January 18, 2023 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER AND ZOOM TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Members Present: Hunter, Tregenza, Bluth, Carter*, Pauly*, Schmidt* Members Absent: Ostovar *Participated remotely via teleconference Staff Members Present: Principal Planner Roveri, Associate Planner Sabdo, Associate Planner Buggert, Recording Secretary Barrera This meeting was held with a combination of in-person and teleconference attendance pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act, Calif. Government Code section 54953(e)(1)(C), and the Monterey City Council’s Resolution authorizing virtual participation in public meetings given the COVID-19 pandemic. CALL TO ORDER Chair Hunter called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Recording Secretary Barrera provided information to the public about how to participate by calling in to give public comment on the live web meeting. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. November 16, 2022 (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Voted on with Item 3; Approved as submitted. 3. Consider 18 Dunecrest Avenue; Permit Extension PE-22-0229 of Permit Extensions PE-21-0052 and PE-19-0137 of Architectural Review Permit ARP-17-0139 for a New Two-Story Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant/Owner Steven & Sharon Platt; R-1-6- D1 Zoning District; Low Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3 Action: Voted on with item 2; Approved Permit Extension PE-22-0229 of Permit Extensions PE-21-0052 and PE-19-0137 of Architectural Review Permit ARP-17-0139 for a New Two-Story Single-Family Dwelling at 18 Dunecrest Avenue On a motion by Committee Member Carter, seconded by Committee Member Bluth, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved the November 16, 2022, minutes as submitted and Permit Extension PE-22-0229 of Permit Extensions PE-21-0052 and PE-19-0137 of Architectural Review Permit ARP-17-0139 for a new two-story single-family dwelling at 18 Dunecrest Avenue: AYES: 5 MEMBERS: Hunter, Tregenza, Bluth, Carter, Pauly NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Ostovar ABSTAIN: 1 MEMBERS: Schmidt DocuSign Envelope ID: 35E27FBB-525D-465C-A349-414ADE81A926 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 18, 2023 RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC APPEARANCE 4. Consider 2560 Garden Road; Architectural Review Application ARP-20-0251 for Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the Remodel and Repurposing of an Existing Office Building into 25 Multi-Family Residential Housing Units, Accessory Structures (Bike Lockers and Trash Enclosure), and New Landscaping and Landscape Features, and Tree Removal Application ART-22-0161 for the Removal of Nine Trees (1 Italian Stone Pine, 3 Monterey Pine, and 5 Coast Live Oak); Applicant Randall Russom, RRM Design Group; Owner Holman Building Associates LP ET AL; I-R-130-RA-ES-MF Zoning District; Industrial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15332, Class 32 Action: Approved Architectural Review Application ARP-20-0251 for Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the Remodel and Repurposing of an Existing Office Building into 25 Multi-Family Residential Housing Units, Accessory Structures (Bike Lockers and Trash Enclosure), and New Landscaping and Landscape Features, and Tree Removal Application ART-22-0161 for the Removal of Nine Trees (1 Italian Stone Pine, 3 Monterey Pine, and 5 Coast Live Oak) at 2560 Garden Road Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Associate Planner Sabdo presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members’ questions. Principal Planner Roveri clarified that forestry weighed in on the type of replacement trees, but the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) must approve the decision to remove the trees. Committee Member Pauly questioned the tree replacement ratio. Ms. Sabdo stated the ratio is 3:1 however the tree replacement exceeds that. Committee Member Schmidt asked clarifying questions about the building’s location and if the existing building will be demolished. Ms. Sabdo said the building is closer to Highway 68 and the project is a planned remodel. Committee Member Pauly noted another project on Garden Road was an approved remodel but was torn down to its foundation and questioned if it had to come back to ARC. Committee Member Pauly surmised these buildings seem to have reached their lifespan. Ms. Roveri said staff can follow up with the Building Department for details. Committee Member Carter questioned the status of the water. Ms. Sabdo stated the applicants need proof of water availability to obtain a building permit but deferred to the applicant. Applicant Randall Russom, applicant, shared a presentation and stated the number of trees were a result of negotiation between the arborist and the forestry department. Mr. Russom 2 DocuSign Envelope ID: 35E27FBB-525D-465C-A349-414ADE81A926 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 18, 2023 confirmed that they are open to considering less trees but are not asking for it. Committee Member Carter asked for acronym definitions, if the water management district has approved the water, and when the proposed start date of the project is. Mr. Russom stated the water is approved and that building permits will be applied for after ARC approval. Committee Member Bluth pondered if noise abatement initiatives have been taken. Mr. Russom said that there hasn’t been a noise study, but all windows and doors will be replaced with dual pane and the building will be properly weather stripped and insulated. Public Comments None. Committee Member Comments Committee Member Bluth spoke in favor of the project. Committee Member Carter agreed. Committee Member Pauly commended the applicant on creating outdoor spaces but questioned the necessity of 40 replacement trees as the area feels dense and may not thrive. Committee Member Pauly questioned if the building is past its lifespan. Committee Member Schmidt spoke in support of the project but shared concerns over existing buildings not being able to be utilized. Vice-Chair Tregenza said he would defer to the arborist and forester regarding tree replacement. On a motion by Vice-Chair Tregenza, seconded by Committee Member Bluth, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved Architectural Review Application ARP-20-0251 for preliminary and final architectural review of the remodel and repurposing of an existing office building into 25 multi-family residential housing units, accessory structures (bike lockers and trash enclosure), and new landscaping and landscape features, and Tree Removal Application ART-22-0161 for the removal of nine trees (1 Italian stone pine, 3 Monterey pine, and 5 coast live oak) at 2560 Garden Road: AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Hunter, Tregenza, Bluth, Carter, Pauly, Schmidt NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Ostovar ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None 5. Consider Updates to Signs, Multitenant Sign Program, and Temporary Signs Submittal Checklist Public Handouts (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Action: Approved Updates to Signs, Multitenant Sign Program, and Temporary Signs Submittal Checklist Public Handouts (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Associate Planner Buggert presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Members’ questions. 3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 35E27FBB-525D-465C-A349-414ADE81A926 Architectural Review Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Vice-Chair Tregenza inquired if a banner is considered a temporary sign. Mr. Buggert replied yes. Vice-Chair Tregenza clarified that he meant banners hung in businesses. Ms. Roveri confirmed sale signs are not exempt. Committee Member Carter commented on an overabundance of real estate signs and inquired about guidelines. Ms. Roveri stated real estate signs are exempt and there are no limits to the number of days they can be installed but there are size limitations. Committee Member Bluth asserted that he had previously brought up the excessive number of “for rent” signs posted, and that City staff has pursued it to the extent that it needs legal review, but it is not top priority. Public Comments None. Committee Member Comments None. On a motion by Committee Member Carter, seconded by Committee Member Schmidt, and carried by the following vote, the Architectural Review Committee approved updates to signs, multitenant sign program, and temporary signs submittal checklist public handouts: AYES: 6 MEMBERS: Hunter, Tregenza, Bluth, Carter, Pauly, Schmidt NOES: 0 MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 1 MEMBERS: Ostovar ABSTAIN: 0 MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 MEMBERS: None COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS Committee Member Pauly asked for an update on the project at 2000 Garden Road. Ms. Roveri stated she would follow up at the next meeting. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Update received. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Fernanda Roveri, AICP Vice-Chair Principal Planner Architectural Review Committee 4

Agenda

Architectural Review Committee Committee Members Meeting Agenda Ed Hunter, Chair Patrick Tregenza, Vice Chair Robert Bluth Wednesday, January 18, 2023 Zoe Carter Payam Ostovar Council Chamber, 580 Pacific 4:00 PM Justin Pauly St., Monterey, California and Shelly Schmidt ZoomGov Teleconference IMPORTANT NOTICE: Pursuant to California Government Code section 54953(e)(1)(A) and (C) and the Monterey City Council’s resolution authorizing virtual participation in public meetings given the COVID-19 pandemic, meetings of the Monterey City Council and its Boards, Commissions, and Committees are being conducted with a hybrid format providing both in-person and virtual (electronic and telephone) participation to promote social distancing and protect the health and safety of attendees. Details for Public Participation in this Meeting: BEFORE THIS MEETING, members of the public may submit comment(s) to planning@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These messages are shared with the Architectural Review Committee prior to the start of the meeting but are not read aloud. All comments become part of the record and are made available online at monterey.org/submitted-comments. DURING THIS MEETING, members of the public may attend and participate: - In-person (location listed above), with masks strongly encouraged for all, regardless of vaccination status, except those who are younger than two years old or have a medical condition that prevents wearing a mask. - Online via ZoomGov Webinar live (no time delay):  On a computer or smartphone: https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1619149563  Or join by telephone: Dial 833-568-8864 (Toll Free), 669-254-5252 (Campbell, Calif.) or 646-828-7666 (New York, NY). If one number does not work, please try another.  Enter Webinar ID: 161 914 9563 #  If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  To “raise your hand” dial *9. Once called upon, dial *6 to unmute.  Need more help or seeking guidance on making public comments? Read our ZoomGov Meeting Instructions. This meeting will also stream live for viewing only on youtube.com/cityofmonterey (10 second delay) and on Comcast Channel 25 (up to 90 second delay). FIELD TRIP The Architectural Review Committee will not conduct a field trip on to review the January 18, 2023 ARC meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: January 13, 2023 CALL TO ORDER 1. Meeting Procedures 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 2. November 16, 2022 Minutes (Not a Project Under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and Under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Other Consent Items 3. Consider 18 Dunecrest Avenue; Permit Extension PE-22-0229 of Permit Extensions PE-21-0052 and PE-19-0137 of Architectural Review Permit ARP- 17-0139 for a New Two-Story Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant/Owner Steven & Sharon Platt; R-1-6-D1 Zoning District; Low Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3 ***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 2560 Garden Road; Architectural Review Application ARP-20-0251 for Preliminary and Final Architectural Review of the Remodel and Repurposing of an Existing Office Building into 25 Multi-Family Residential Housing Units, Accessory Structures (Bike Lockers and Trash Enclosure), and New Landscaping and Landscape Features, and Tree Removal Application ART-22-0161 for the Removal of Nine Trees (1 Italian Stone Pine, 3 Monterey Pine, and 5 Coast Live Oak); Applicant Randall Russom, RRM Design Group; Owner Holman Building Associates LP ET AL; I-R-130-RA-ES- MF Zoning District; Industrial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15332, Class 32 5. Consider Updates to Signs, Multitenant Sign Program, and Temporary Signs Submittal Checklist Public Handouts (Not a Project under CEQA per Article 20, Section 15378 and under General Rule Article 5, Section 15061) Architectural Review Committee 1/18/2023 4:00:00 PM 2 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. 6. Planning Office Update 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. An appeal fee will apply. For more agenda information, call the Planning Office at 831-646- 3885. CITY OF MONTEREY'S 24-HOUR SUGGESTION HOTLINES: Voicemail: 831-646-3799 FAX: 831-646-3793 Email: suggest@monterey.org WebPage: http://www.monterey.org The City of Monterey is committed to including the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646- 3935. Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS) to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 Architectural Review Committee 1/18/2023 4:00:00 PM 3 days a week. 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