Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting

Name: Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2022-05-19T16:00:00
End: 2022-05-19T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · May 19, 2022

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: 91CD2A89-17D8-40D6-BEC4-27AD547AC917 MINUTES MINOR SUBDIVISION COMMITTEE CITY OF MONTEREY May 19, 2022 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER AND ZOOMGOV TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Committee Members Present: Reed*, Harty Committee Members Absent: None Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Principal Planner Roveri, Associate Planner Sabdo, Recording Secretary Cleary * Participated remotely by videoconference 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. ***Afternoon Session Agenda*** 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Chair Reed called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Recording Secretary Cleary provided information to the public on how to participate and provide public comment during the meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. September 16, 2021 ACTION: Approved as submitted. On a motion by Chair Reed, seconded by Committee Member Harty, and carried by the following vote, the Minor Subdivision Committee approved the September 16, 2021 Minutes as submitted: AYES: 2 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Reed, Harty NOES: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None DocuSign Envelope ID: 91CD2A89-17D8-40D6-BEC4-27AD547AC917 Minor Subdivision Committee Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC APPEARANCE 3. Consider 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 001-512-008-000) and Assessor's Parcel Number 001-512-009-000; Lot Line Adjustment Application SD-21-0061 to Adjust the Lot Line Separating the Existing Lot at 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (APN 001-512-008-000) and the Existing Lot at APN 001-512-009-000; Applicant and Owner Property Solutions West, LLC; PC-D-ES Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 ACTION: Approved Lot Line Adjustment application SD-21-0061 to adjust the lot line separating the existing lot at 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (APN 001-512- 008-000) and the existing lot at APN 001-512-009-000 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 001-512-008-000) and Assessor's Parcel Number 001-512-009-000 Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Principal Planner Roveri presented the Agenda Report. There were no questions from Committee Members. Applicant The project applicant, on behalf of Property Solutions West, LLC, was present and declined to speak. Public Comments Max Troyer expressed appreciation for the information provided and spoke in support of this project as presented in Exhibit A. Committee Member Comments Chair Reed said this seemed like a nice quick easy presentation, and the project makes sense. On a motion by Committee Member Harty to follow staff’s recommendation as approved, seconded by Chair Reed and carried by the following vote, the Minor Subdivision Committee approved Lot Line Adjustment application SD-21-0061 to adjust the lot line separating the existing lot at 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (APN 001-512-008-000) and the existing lot at APN 001-512-009-000 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 001-512- 008-000) and Assessor's Parcel Number 001-512-009-000: AYES: 2 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Reed, Harty NOES: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 2 DocuSign Envelope ID: 91CD2A89-17D8-40D6-BEC4-27AD547AC917 Minor Subdivision Committee Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 4. Consider 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street; Minor Subdivision SD 21-0159 of a 7,200- Square Foot Parcel (APN 001-373-010-000) Into Two Separate Parcels (Proposed Options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibit A and B); Application/Owner Dorothy E. Massey; R- 3-6 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exhibit A requires Initial Study Pursuant to CEQA; Exhibit B is Exempt from CEQA Requirements, Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 ACTION 1: Recommended referral of the proposal to the Planning Commission and recommended they deny Option 1, Exhibit A, of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 to split a 7,200 square-foot parcel (APN 001-373-010- 000) into two separate parcels (proposed options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibits A and B) at 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street, with corrections regarding “meets” and “does not meet” as specified in the presentation ACTION 2: Recommended that the Planning Commission deny Option 2, Exhibit B, of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 to split a 7,200 square-foot parcel (APN 001-373-010-000) into two separate parcels (proposed options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibits A and B) at 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street, with corrections regarding “meets” and “does not meet” as specified in the presentation Staff Presentation/Committee Member Questions Principal Planner Sabdo presented the Agenda Report and answered Committee Member questions. Community Development Director Cole clarified that the Minor Subdivision Committee could not make a final decision on either proposal as neither meets the findings for approval, and specified their role is to recommend the item to a Planning Commission hearing. Chair Reed asked if it would have to go to the Planning Commission either way. Ms. Cole confirmed it would. Applicant Applicant and owner Dorothy Massey further described the plan set on Exhibit B and remained present to answer questions. Public Comments None. Committee Member Comments Chair Reed asked what discouraged meant as presented. Ms. Cole explained the irregular lot shape is discouraged and not banned. Chair Reed suggested the odd structure possibly works better than the unreasonable one and asked how Senate Bill 9 (SB9) fits into this lot split. Ms. Cole explained this application was submitted before SB9 became effective, described SB9 allowances, and specified SB9 projects require a separate ministerial process and application. Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 91CD2A89-17D8-40D6-BEC4-27AD547AC917 Minor Subdivision Committee Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 Chair Reed alleged it seems reasonable to allow the straight-line division and if there were another redeeming quality to having the odd-shaped lot then discouraged could be overcome. Chair Reed further suggested there did not seem to be enough benefit to overcome the discouragement such that it benefits the community or neighborhood and recommended going to the Planning Commission or through SB9 analysis. Committee Member Harty agreed that discouraged is different than prohibited and suggested that although the atypical property line is more palatable knowing the geometry can work, it clearly makes more sense as a straight line. Chair Reed added that either way, the project will go to the Planning Commission and Planning Staff would talk to the applicant about SB9. Chair Reed moved to refer the project to the Planning Commission and recommend denial of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 between 246 Anita Street & 251 Clay Street for Option 1, Exhibit A, because it does not meet findings. Ms. Sabdo requested the motion be amended to specify findings met and not met. Chair Reed amended the motion to correct “meets” and “does not meet” as discussed in the presentation. Committee Member Harty seconded the amended motion. On a motion by Chair Reed, seconded by Committee Member Harty and carried by the following vote, the Minor Subdivision Committee recommended referral of the proposal to the Planning Commission and recommended they deny Option 1, Exhibit A, of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 to split a 7,200 square-foot parcel (APN 001-373-010- 000) into two separate parcels (proposed options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibits A and B) at 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street, with corrections regarding “meets” and “does not meet” as specified in the presentation. AYES: 2 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Reed, Harty NOES: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None Chair Reed moved to recommend denial of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 between 246 Anita Street & 251 Clay Street for Option 2, Exhibit B, to the Planning Commission with applicable corrections regarding “meets” and “does not meet” as discussed in the presentation, then requested clarification regarding the findings. Ms. Sabdo explained that if the proposal meets the Old Town Area Plan, Finding 1 would be “does not meet”. Chair Reed suggested it meets Finding 1 because it does not comply with the Old Town Area Plan. Ms. Sabdo clarified “meets” is the accurate verbiage in that case. Ms. Cole asked if the motion ultimately does not support the subdivision in Option 2, Exhibit B. Chair Reed confirmed that is what he recommends and stated he does not support the Exhibit B design. Committee Member Harty seconded the motion. Chair Reed stated he wanted to make sure discouraged was not prohibitive, alleging there is a threshold to be overcome, and suggesting scenarios are possible where discouraged is appropriate and other times where a proposal is discouraged but still in the benefit of the Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 4 DocuSign Envelope ID: 91CD2A89-17D8-40D6-BEC4-27AD547AC917 Minor Subdivision Committee Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 neighborhood. He stated he did not think the “discouragement” overcomes this proposal as it has not met that threshold. Ms. Sabdo stated applicant wanted to speak again. Chair Reed did not reopen public comment and recommended applicant speak with Planning Staff. On a motion by Chair Reed, seconded by Committee Member Harty and carried by the following vote, the Minor Subdivision Committee recommended that the Planning Commission deny Option 2, Exhibit B, of Minor Subdivision application SD-21-0159 to split a 7,200 square- foot parcel (APN 001-373-010-000) into two separate parcels (proposed options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibits A and B) at 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street, with corrections regarding “meets” and “does not meet” as specified in the presentation. AYES: 2 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Reed, Harty NOES: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: None COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS None. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:52 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kimberly Cole Chair Community Development Director Minor Subdivision Committee Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting Minutes Thursday May 19, 2022 5

Agenda

Minor Subdivision Committee Committee Members Meeting Agenda Hansen Reed Thomas Harty Thursday, May 19, 2022 4:00 PM Council Chamber and ZoomGov Teleconference Monterey, California 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 Minor Subdivision 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): o On a computer or smartphone: https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1601618047 o 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: 160 161 8047 #  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 Minor Subdivision Committee Meeting will not conduct a field trip to review the May 19, 2022 Minor Subdivision Committee meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: May 13, 2022 ***Afternoon Session Agenda*** 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. 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 September 16, 2021 ***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 Minor Subdivision 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. 3 Consider 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (Assessor’s Parcel Number 001-512- 008-000) and Assessor's Parcel Number 001-512-009-000; Lot Line Adjustment Application SD-21-0061 to Adjust the Lot Line Separating the Existing Lot at 675 and 681 Van Buren Street (APN 001-512-008-000) and the Existing Lot at APN 001-512-009-000; Applicant and Owner Property Solutions West, LLC; PC-D-ES Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 4 Consider 246 Anita Street and 251 Clay Street; Minor Subdivision SD 21-0159 of a 7,200-Square Foot Parcel (APN 001-373-010-000) Into Two Separate Parcels (Proposed Options for the Minor Subdivision as Exhibit A and B); Application/Owner Dorothy E. Massey; R-3-6 Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Designation; Exhibit A requires Initial Study Pursuant to CEQA; Exhibit B is Exempt from CEQA Requirements, Article 19, Section 15305, Class 5 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. Minor Subdivision Committee 5/19/2022 4:00:00 PM 2 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. ADJOURNMENT ADJOURNMENT — The general policy of the Minor Subdivision Committee is that the Afternoon Session will end no later than 5:30 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 Minor Subdivision 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. Minor Subdivision 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 days a week. If you require a hearing amplification device to attend a meeting, dial 711 to use CRS to talk to the City Clerk's Office at (831) 646-3935 to coordinate use of a device. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Minor Subdivision Committee 5/19/2022 4:00:00 PM 3

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