Planning Commission

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES PLACERVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 2024 6:00 P.M. TOWN HALL, 549 MAIN STREET, PLACERVILLE, CALIFORNIA CLOSED SESSION: None Scheduled 6:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: Chair Frenn called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. 2. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Carter, Chair Frenn, Vice Chair Kiehne, Smith (arrived at 6:06 pm) Members Absent: Lepper Staff Present: City Manager Morris, Development Services Director Rivas, Associate Planner Hunter 3. CLOSED SESSION REPORT: None 4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Motion: In a single motion Commissioner Carter, seconded by Vice Chair Kiehne, moved to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried 3-0. Commissioner Smith was absent. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR: 5.1. Approve the Minutes of the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of March 19, 2024 Commissioner Carter and Vice Chair Kiehne pulled the draft Minutes of March 19, 2024 for discussion. 6. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR (if applicable): Commissioner Carter and Vice Chair Kiehne requested changes to the draft minutes. In a single motion Commissioner Carter, seconded by Vice Chair Kiehne, moved to approve the Minutes of March 19, 2024 as amended. Motion carried 3-0. Chair Frenn abstained. 7. ITEMS OF INTEREST TO THE PUBLIC – NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS: Public comment was heard by Michael Drobish. 8. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS – NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS: None 9. PRESENTATIONS AND EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP SESSIONS: None 10. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS / PUBLIC HEARINGS: Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2024 Approved April 16, 2024 Page 1 of 4  10.1. Variance (VAR) 24-01: Reduction of Rear Yard Setback. Consideration of a Variance request within the Medium Density Multi-Family Residential (R3) / Airport Overlay (AO) Zone to: (1) Reduce the required rear yard from fifteen (15) feet to seven and one-half (7.5) feet to construct a deck greater than three (3) feet in height; and (2) Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15305(a); Location: 1826 Point View Drive, Placerville, CA. / APN 049-180-025; Property Owner/Applicant: Eric and Megan Perkins. Staff: Kristen Hunter. Associate Planner Hunter presented the Staff Report dated April 2, 2024. Director Rivas and Associate Planner Hunter answered questions of the Commission. Public comment was heard by the property owners and applicants, Eric and Megan Perkins, and by Michael Drobish. In a single motion, Vice Chair Kiehne, seconded by Commissioner Smith, moved to approve Variance (VAR 24-01) as presented; and to: I. Adopt the Staff Report as part of the public record. II. Make the following findings in support of Variance (VAR) 24-01 request: 1. The request is exempt from environmental review, in that the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15305(a), in that the request involves a minor setback variance not resulting in the creation of a new parcel. 2. Due to the existing built nature of the site and surrounding area and project site topography, the granting of this request does not constitute a special privilege not enjoyed by others in the vicinity and zone in which the property is located. 3. The construction of a deck is an accessory use permitted within the R-3/AO zone. 4. As the proposed construction would be located entirely within the subject parcel, as well as the increase in safety measures for accessing the existing above ground pool, the granting of this request will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, convenience, or welfare, nor injurious to properties and improvements in the vicinity of the project site. III. Conditionally approve VAR 24-01 located at 1826 Point View Drive, based on the project information and findings included in the Staff Report, and subject to the recommended Conditions of Approval, including: 1. These conditions and requirements shall apply to VAR 24-01, a request by Eric and Megan Perkins, for a setback variance allowing a 7.5-foot rear yard setback where 15-feet is required, for the construction of a deck around the existing above ground swimming pool at the parcel addressed 1826 Point View Drive, APN: 049-180-025. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2024 Approved April 16, 2024 Page 2 of 4  Approval is based upon the analysis provided in Staff’s April 2, 2024 report to the Planning Commission, and limited to compliance with the project description and Applicant Submittal Package as well as all other Conditions of Approval set forth herein. The approved plans are as follows: i. Site Plan (February 12, 2024); ii. Site Photographs (February 12, 2024); and iii. Project Narrative (February 12, 2024). 2. Variance Expiration. Approval is valid for a period of eighteen (18) months, during which time the rights granted must be exercised by obtaining a building permit from the Development Services Department’s Building Division. 3. Runs with the Land. The terms and Conditions of Approval for the Variance (VAR) apply only to APN 049-180-025 and shall run with the land; shall be binding upon and be to the benefit of heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assignees of the property owner. Approval shall not be transferred to another parcel. 4. Other Applicable Requirements. The project approval is subject to all applicable requirements of the Federal, State, City of Placerville and any other affected governmental agencies. 5. The Applicant is responsible for obtaining a Building Permit prior to construction. 6. All construction shall be limited to Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, Saturdays between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm with no construction permitted on Sundays or City or state recognized holidays. Action: Motion carried 4-0 on roll call vote Ayes: Carter, Frenn, Kiehne, Smith Nays: None Absent: Lepper Chair Frenn informed the public that there is a 10-day appeal period. 11. CONTINUED ITEMS: None 12. NEW ITEMS: None 13. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF 13.1. Staff Reports: Associate Planner Hunter informed the Commission that there will be a meeting on April 16, 2024. 13.2. Planning Commission Matters: Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2024 Approved April 16, 2024 Page 3 of 4  Chair Frenn noted the ongoing progress of Burning Barrel on Main Street. Chair Frenn inquired about the status of the Mackinaw Hotel. Director Rivas informed the Commission that the project is still ongoing. Commissioner Carter noted that a requested change to the Staff Report for Site Plan Review (SPR) 24-01, made during the March 19, 2024 meeting, had not been completed. Staff made note of the change. 13.2.1. Special Committee Report(s): None 13.2.1.1. Suggested Priorities of the Planning Commission in its Assumption of the Duties of the Former Historic Advisory Committee. Commissioners Carter and Smith provided an overview of the memorandum and recommended priorities. Written comments were provided by Commissioner Lepper and Sue Taylor. Chair Frenn read Commissioner Lepper’s comments into the record. Public comment was heard by Michael Drobish. Chair Frenn made the following findings: 1. There is a clear need for continued effort surrounding historic districts. 2. The responsibilities and duties of the previous Historic Advisory Committee are now vested in the Planning Commission. 3. Establishment of a new Historic Advisory Committee is impractical and would create a substantial demand on City Staff. 4. The Historic Review Special Committee has completed its task and is now disbanded. Chair Frenn requested that an item be added to the next upcoming agenda for the establishment of a standing committee for historic districts. 14. ADJOURNMENT Chair Frenn adjourned the meeting at 7:29 p.m. _________________________________ Pierre Rivas, Executive Secretary Development Services Director Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2024 Approved April 16, 2024 Page 4 of 4