Planning Commission Meeting

Name: Planning Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2022-10-11T16:00:00
End: 2022-10-11T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · October 11, 2022

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: 5C2DC4C4-22FA-497A-9246-73EB26575FD2 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF MONTEREY October 11, 2022 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBER AND ZOOMGOV TELECONFERENCE MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Fletcher, Millich*, Brassfield*, Dawson*, Freeman, Latasa Commissioners Absent: None Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole*, Senior Associate Planner Schmidt, 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. CALL TO ORDER Chair Fletcher called the meeting to order at 4:01 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 13, 2022 ACTION: Approved as submitted On a motion by Commissioner Freeman, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the September 13, 2022 Minutes as submitted: AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher, Millich, Brassfield*, Dawson, Freeman, Latasa NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 3. September 27, 2022 DocuSign Envelope ID: 5C2DC4C4-22FA-497A-9246-73EB26575FD2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 ACTION: Approved as amended Commissioner Brassfield said page four stated he “opposed allowing installation of new poles” but as he did not recall saying that or having an opinion on new poles, he motioned to approve the minutes with that phrase stricken from the record. Commissioner Dawson seconded the motion to approve the amended minutes. On a motion by Commissioner Brassfield, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the September 27, 2022 Minutes as amended: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Millich, Brassfield*, Dawson, Freeman, Latasa NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC HEARING 4. Consider 113 Spray Avenue; Variance Application VA-22-0132 to Increase the Maximum Allowed Building Height from 25 Feet to 30 Feet 4 Inches on a Portion of the Existing Three-Story Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant Allen Robinson; Owner Stephen H Meyer Tr.; R-1-6-D1 Zoning District; Low Density Residential Land Use Designation (Exempt from CEQA per Article 18, Section 15270a) ACTION: Continued to a date certain of October 25, 2022 Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Community Development Director Cole presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Commissioner Freeman asked if the project had been reviewed by the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). Ms. Cole said it could not go to ARC until the Planning Commission approves the variance findings. Chair Fletcher asked if the applicant had plead their case. Ms. Cole explained the applicant had pointed out existing homes in the neighborhood with three stories in the back and said their proposal would look similar to other structures nearby. Chair Fletcher inquired about the prevalence of the issue. Ms. Cole shared that views are frequently debated with proposed additions in Del Monte Beach, adding that it is not unusual for neighbors to want more of their views retained. Chair Fletcher asked what percentage of the roof blocks views. Ms. Cole estimated that 25 to 50 percent of the building would exceed the height limit. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 2 DocuSign Envelope ID: 5C2DC4C4-22FA-497A-9246-73EB26575FD2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 Commissioner Freeman asked about view decks and variance requirements. Ms. Cole said all portions of the structure are subject to a 25-foot maximum. Commissioner Dawson echoed Chair Fletcher, asking how often this issue arises and how often variances are granted. Ms. Cole could not recall a similar Variance application. Commissioner Latasa asked if Del Monte Beach Neighborhood Association had shared an opinion on the matter. Ms. Cole said the City did not receive comments from the association. Commissioner Latasa asked if all three Variance Findings must be made. Ms. Cole confirmed that is the process. Applicant Applicant Allen Robinson was not present at the meeting. Ms. Cole recommended accepting public comments then continuing the item to a date certain as Mr. Robinson had mentioned he would be present at the meeting. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments None. On a motion by Commissioner Brassfield, seconded by Commissioner Dawson and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission continued to the October 25, 2022 Planning Commission meeting: AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher, Millich, Brassfield, Dawson, Freeman, Latasa NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 5. Consider 350 Calle Principal Use Permit Amendment PA-22-0135 to Allow Modifications to an Existing Dish Wireless LLC (Dish) Personal Wireless Service Facility; Applicant Adam Ehrlich, J5 Infrastructure Partners on behalf of Dish; Owner: San Carlos Associates, a California Partnership; VAF Visitor Accommodation Facility Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3; Recommended for Continuance to October 25, 2022 ACTION: Continued to a date certain of October 25, 2022 Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Community Development Director Cole recommended continuing the item to a date certain of October 25, 2022. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 5C2DC4C4-22FA-497A-9246-73EB26575FD2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 Commissioner Brassfield expressed frustration for the lack of Radio Frequency (RF) engineers provided at previous discussions for this application and requested that change going forward. Applicant Applicant Adam Ehrlich was present to answer questions and reported that an RF engineer is scheduled to attend the October 25, 2022 meeting to discuss radio emissions. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments None. On a motion by Commissioner Freeman, seconded by Commissioner Dawson and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission continued the item to a date certain of October 25, 2022: AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher, Millich, Brassfield, Dawson, Freeman, Latasa NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Latasa said he would miss the October 25, 2022 and November 8, 2022 hearings. Commissioner Latasa suggested that some jurisdictions apply to the State to modify definitions to allow different types of residential units and potentially alleviate the housing issue. Vice Chair Millich suggested asking the League of California Cities if other cities are taking that route. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Update received. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:34 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kimberly Cole Chair Community Development Director Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday October 11, 2022 4

Agenda

Planning Commission Commissioners Daniel Fletcher, Chair Meeting Agenda Stephen Millich, Vice Chair Mike Brassfield Tuesday, October 11, 2022 Mike Dawson Sandra Freeman 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Terry Latasa ZoomGov Teleconference and Council Chamber, 580 Pacific St. 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 Planning Commission 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 required 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/1619908039 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: 161 990 8039 #  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 Planning Commission will not conduct a field trip to review the October 11, 2022 PC meeting agenda. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: October 07, 2022 ***Afternoon Session Only*** 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 Commissioner may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be heard on the regular agenda for further discussion. Approval of Minutes 2. September 13, 2022 3. September 27, 2022 ***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. 4. Consider 113 Spray Avenue; Variance Application VA-22-0132 to Increase the Maximum Allowed Building Height from 25 Feet to 30 Feet 4 Inches on a Portion of the Existing Three-Story Single-Family Dwelling; Applicant Allen Robinson; Owner Stephen H Meyer Tr.; R-1-6-D1 Zoning District; Low Density Residential Land Use Designation (Exempt from CEQA per Article 18, Section 15270a) 5. Consider 350 Calle Principal Use Permit Amendment PA-22-0135 to Allow Modifications to an Existing Dish Wireless LLC (Dish) Personal Wireless Service Facility; Applicant Adam Ehrlich, J5 Infrastructure Partners on behalf of Dish; Owner: San Carlos Associates, a California Partnership; VAF Visitor Accommodation Facility Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3; Recommended for Continuance to October 25, 2022 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 Planning Commission 10/11/2022 4:00:00 PM 2 meetings and study sessions. 6. 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 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 Planning Commission 10/11/2022 4:00:00 PM 3

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