Planning Commission Meeting

Name: Planning Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2018-09-11T16:00:00
End: 2018-09-11T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · September 11, 2018

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, September 11, 2018 4:00 P.M. AFTERNOON SESSION ONLY FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS COUNCIL CHAMBERS 580 PACIFIC STREET MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Dawson, Latasa, Fletcher, Millich, Reed Commissioners Absent: Brassfield Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Housing and Community Development Manager Caraker, Recording Secretary Leinen CALL TO ORDER Chair Dawson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 1. August 28, 2018 ACTION: Approved as submitted. Vice Chair Latasa made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner Fletcher seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Latasa, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the minutes: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Latasa, Fletcher, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC HEARING Elizabeth Caraker requested that item #3 be heard before item #2 to determine if the Planning Commission would entertain a reconsideration of its decision. Commissioner Millich said he would like to move forward with adoption of denial findings as there is nothing to reconsider until findings are adopted. The Commission discussed staff’s request and Vice Chair Latasa made a motion to hear item #3 of the agenda before item #2. Commissioner Reed seconded the motion. Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 On a motion by Commissioner Latasa, seconded by Commissioner Reed, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission moved to hear item #3 of the agenda before item #2: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Latasa, Fletcher, Reed NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Millich ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None (Heard after item #3) 2. Adopt Findings for Denial for 300 Cannery Row and 258/270 Foam Street, Use Permit Amendment 18-0241 Amending Resolution P18-003 Approving Use Permits 09-142 and 17-0128 for a Mixed Use Project That Spans Two Sites to Eliminate Condition of Approval #2 Requiring a Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan Amendment and Finding the Project Consistent with the Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan; Applicant and Owner: 300 LLC; Zoning: Cannery Row Commercial and Planned Community - Lighthouse; General Plan: Commercial; CEQA: Mitigated Negative Declaration Adopted ACTION: Continued to September 25, 2018. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Ms. Caraker recommended that the item be continued to the September 25, 2018 meeting. Applicant Applicant was present but did not address the Commission. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Reed made a motion to continue the item to September 25, 2018. Vice Chair Latasa seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Latasa, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission continued the item to September 25, 2018: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Latasa, Fletcher, Reed NOES: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Millich ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None PUBLIC APPEARANCE (Heard before #2) 3. Consider Planning Commissioner Request for a Reconsideration Hearing for 300 Cannery Row and 258/270 Foam Street, Use Permit Amendment 18-0241 Amending Resolution P18-003 Approving Use Permits 09-142 and 17-0128 for a Mixed Use Project That Spans Two Sites to Eliminate Condition of Approval #2 Requiring a Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan Amendment and Finding the Project Consistent with the Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan; Applicant and Owner: 300 LLC; Zoning: Cannery Row Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Commercial and Planned Community - Lighthouse; General Plan: Commercial; CEQA: Mitigated Negative Declaration Adopted ACTION: Approved request for a reconsideration hearing to be September 25, 2018. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Ms. Caraker presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioners’ questions. Applicant Paul E. Davis, representing applicant, said he is happy to answer any questions of the Commission. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Chair Dawson said he learned after the Commission made their decision that attorney Anthony Lombardo and Ms. Caraker had met with Coastal Commission staff to discuss the proposed splitting of density between the Cannery Row and Foam Street sites. In light of this additional information not heard at the prior meeting, he said, it would be a good idea to reconsider the decision. Ms. Caraker explained the process of a reconsideration hearing and answered Commissioners’ questions. Commissioner Millich said that the new information should be discussed at the present meeting and not continued to the next meeting since the reconsideration is based on the new information. Ms. Caraker provided additional clarification and said she will provide a report of the conversation with the Coastal Commission and that Mr. Lombardo can be present at the next meeting. Commissioner Reed made a motion to approve the request for a reconsideration hearing to be heard September 25, 2018. Commissioner Millich seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Millich, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved request for a reconsideration hearing to be heard September 25, 2018: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Latasa, Fletcher, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Vice Chair Latasa said he supports the motion due to the new information that will be brought forward. COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS Chair Dawson said the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the Cooper Molera Adobe will be held today from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and he already had a chance to view the Cooper Molera Adobe and was very impressed. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 3 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS 4. Planning Office Update  Report received.  Kim Cole gave an update regarding the Wireless Subcommittee and answered Commissioners’ questions. She said in response to the recent shot clock reduction for wireless applications from 150 to 60 days, the Planning Commission and City Council will review an expedited ordinance that she hopes will become law in November. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chair Dawson adjourned the meeting at 4:21 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Elizabeth Caraker Chair Housing and Community Development Manager Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, September 11, 2018 4

Agenda

Planning Commission Commissioners Agenda Mike Dawson, Chair Terry Latasa, Vice Chair Regular Meeting Mike Brassfield Daniel Fletcher Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Stephen Millich Hansen Reed 580 Pacific Street Council Chambers 4:00 PM Monterey, California FIELD TRIP The Planning Commission will not conduct a field trip on Monday, September 10, 2018 to review the Tuesday, September 11, 2018 Planning Commission meeting agenda. For more information please call 831-646-3885. Date posted: September 7, 2018 MEETING PROCEDURES 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 Commissioner may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be heard on the regular agenda for further discussion. Approval of Minutes 1. August 28, 2018 ***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 Planning Commission and which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the Commission may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to the Commission, 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 HEARING PUBLIC HEARINGS are required by law for certain actions. You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker. Project representation is encouraged. 2. Adopt Findings for Denial for 300 Cannery Row and 258/270 Foam Street, Use Permit Amendment 18-0241 Amending Resolution P18-003 Approving Use Permits 09-142 and 17-0128 for a Mixed Use Project That Spans Two Sites to Eliminate Condition of Approval #2 Requiring a Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan Amendment and Finding the Project Consistent with the Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan; Applicant and Owner: 300 LLC; Zoning: Cannery Row Commercial and Planned Community - Lighthouse; General Plan: Commercial; CEQA: Mitigated Negative Declaration Adopted 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 Planning Commissioner Request for a Reconsideration Hearing for 300 Cannery Row and 258/270 Foam Street, Use Permit Amendment 18-0241 Amending Resolution P18-003 Approving Use Permits 09-142 and 17-0128 for a Mixed Use Project That Spans Two Sites to Eliminate Condition of Approval #2 Requiring a Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan Amendment and Finding the Project Consistent with the Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan; Applicant and Owner: 300 LLC; Zoning: Cannery Row Commercial and Planned Community - Lighthouse; General Plan: Commercial; CEQA: Mitigated Negative Declaration Adopted COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS COMMISSIONERS may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief report on his or her activities. In addition, a Commissioner 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. 4. Planning Office Update ADJOURNMENT ADJOURNMENT — The general policy of the Planning Commission 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 Commission, or continued to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission 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 Commission 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 Commission 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. Planning Commission 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. Planning Commission Meetings are cable cast live and videotaped for replay on Monterey's Government Access Channel 25 by Access Monterey Peninsula (AMP). 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 Planning Commission Tuesday, September 11, 2018 2 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. UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL Sep 12 Wireless Subcommittee Meeting, Council Chamber - 1:00 PM Sep 13 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Sep 13 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Sep 13 Appeals Hearing Board Meeting, Council Chamber - 1:00 PM Sep 13 Wireless Subcommittee Meeting, Council Chamber - 9:00 AM Sep 18 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Sep 19 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Sep 20 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Sep 20 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Sep 24 Museums and Cultural Arts Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Sep 25 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Sep 26 Council Study Session, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Sep 26 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM Oct 2 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Oct 3 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Oct 4 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Oct 9 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Oct 11 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Oct 11 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Oct 16 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Planning Commission Tuesday, September 11, 2018 3

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