Planning Commission

# MINUTES OF THE

AUBURN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING December 6, 2016

The regular session of the Auburn City Planning Commission meeting was called to order on December 6, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Luebkeman in the Council Chambers, 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, California.

COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Luebkeman, Vitas, Willick

COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None

STAFF PRESENT: Reg Murray, Senior Planner

I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

November 1, 2016

III. PUBLIC COMMENT

None

IV. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map, Design Review Permit and Tree Permit – 133 Electric Street (Tuscan Way Townhomes) – FILE SUB 16-3; DRP 16-8; TP 16-4. The applicant requests approval of a Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map to subdivide the ±0.618-acre property at 133 Electric Street into eight (8) townhome lots; a Design Review Permit for the site design and architecture of the project; and a Tree Permit for the removal of native trees.

Planner Murray presented the staff report, reviewing the project history and past actions. He also summarized the project description, site conditions and proposed entitlements; and, reviewed various improvements associated with the development.

The Commission asked questions regarding: 1) frontage improvements on Electric Street; 2) on-street parking; 3) circulation through the project site; 4) the arborist report; 5) an off-site tree to the south; and 6) the project’s tree mitigation requirements.

Chair Luebkeman opened the public hearing.

Marc Pohley, owner, introduced his son, Matt Pohley.

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Matt Pohley, applicant, addressed the Commission. He commented on project history, currently in plan check process, seeking re-approval of their project. He reviewed past project concerns and their current status, including trees, drainage, sewer and project appearance. Mr. Pohley noted extensive community outreach in advance of PC meeting.

Kurt Sandhoff, realtor in Auburn and property manager for 300 Lincoln Way, indicated his support for the project.

Sarah Unger, 178 Electric Street, asked questions about and expressed concerns for the project including the potential for an increase in traffic, turning movements onto Electric Street, the number of proposed units, whether the units were for purchase or rental, access to the project, the appearance of the project in relationship to the neighborhood, and the tree mitigation provisions.

Monty Egger, 125 Electric Street, expressed concerns about parking. He also indicated his support to retain the sidewalk requirement.

Sergio Platanoff, owner of 127 Electric Street immediately south of the project, commented on the nearness of the new project, the tree on his property near the southwest corner of the project, and the fence separating the two properties. He supported removal of the tree on his property and replacing the proposed wood fence with a block wall. Mr. Platanoff also asked whether this project would affect his opportunity to develop his property in the future and asked questions about sewer service to his property.

John Mathewson, 160 Walker Drive, commented about the condition of Ruby Street and asked questions about garbage service and whether the project connects to Ruby Street.

Thomas Huish, 160 Walker Drive, commended the applicant and indicated his support for the project.

Stephen Mockel, 155 Diamond Street, expressed concern regarding traffic and questioned landscaping the project would be providing.

Marc Pohley, project owner, noted that he was agreeable to change the wood fence along the southern property line to a block wall.

The Commission asked for clarification about design standards for the perimeter wall.

Matt Pohley, applicant, responded to issues raised by the public. He noted that the units will be condos, therefore they could be owner-occupied or used as rentals. Mr. Pohley commented that the neighborhood is zoned Multi-family, so the project is consistent with the site zoning and intent for the neighborhood. He indicated that he would provide the sidewalk improvements, but would prefer not to. He confirmed that the project does not affect Mr. Platanoff’s sewer, that the landscape plan exceeds the City’s tree mitigation requirements and that the project does not connect to Ruby Street.

The Commission asked questions regarding on-site circulation, CC&R enforcement, the provision of frontage improvements, and on-site parking.

Chair Luebkeman closed public comment.

The Commission noted that the applicant has reached out to the neighbors and incorporated changes to the project to address concerns. It discussed whether to require frontage improvements on Electric Street and also reviewed the issue of the off-site tree south of the project and whether a wood fence or block wall should be provided if the off-site tree is removed.

Commissioner Dowdin Calvillo MOVED to adopt Planning Commission Resolution 16-13 approving the Tentative Subdivision Map, Design Review Permit and Tree Permit for the Tuscan Way townhome development at 133 Electric Street, subject to the following amendments:

- DRP Condition 5.d (Added). Tree #2898 located to the south of Bldg I, Unit 1 is approved for removal subject to authorization by the owner of the adjacent property (APN 003-052-011). Authorization shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to issuance of a permit (i.e. grading; building). If authorization is provided, then the 6’ masonry wall along the southern property line shall be extended to the western property, replacing the 25’ long wood fence identified on the approved site plan (Note 1).

- Public Works Condition 17. Curb, gutter and sidewalk improvements shall be provided along the Electric Street property frontage to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. The back of walk shall correspond with the edge of the right-of-way. These improvements shall be included as part of the site plan improvements and completed as a part of those same improvements Electric Street shall be widened along the project frontage(s) to a Collector Street Classification to accommodate the placement of new street pavement and AC dike. The existing edge of pavement shall be saw-cut to a clean, straight edge to the satisfaction of the Public Works Department. The southbound width from centerline to face of curb shall be 17-feet.

Commissioner Amara SECONDED the motion.

AYES: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Luebkeman, Vitas, Willick

NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ABSENT: None

# AGENDA OF THE REGULAR SESSION CITY OF AUBURN PLANNING COMMISSION 1225 LINCOLN WAY, AUBURN, CA 95603

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I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

November 1,2016

## IV. PUBLIC COMMENT

This is the time provided so that persons may speak to the Commission on any item not on this agenda. Please make your comments as brief as possible. The Commission cannot act on items not included on this agenda; however, the items will be referred to City staff automatically.

## V. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map, Design Review Permit and Tree Permit 133 Electric Street (Tuscan Way Townhomes) - FILE SUB 16-3; DRP 16-8; TP 16-4. The applicant requests approval of a Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map to subdivide the $ \pm0.618 $ -acre property at 133 Electric Street into eight (8) townhome lots; a Design Review Permit for the site design and architecture of the project; and a Tree Permit for the removal of native trees.

## VI. STAFF FOLLOW-UP REPORTS

A. City Council Meetings

B. Future Planning Commission Meetings

C. Reports

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## VII. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORTS

The purpose of these reports is to provide a forum for Planning Commissioners to bring forth their own ideas to the Commission. No decisions are to be made on these issues. If a Commissioner would like formal action on any of these discussed items, it will be placed on a future Commission agenda.

## VIII. FUTURE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEMS

Planning Commissioners will discuss and agree on items and/or projects to be placed on future Commission agendas for the purpose of updating the Commission on the progress of items and/or projects.

## IX. ADJOURNMENT

Thank you for attending the meeting. The Planning Commission welcomes your interest and participation. If you want to speak on any item on the agenda, as directed by the Chairman, simply go to the lectern, give your name, address, sign in and speak on the subject. Please try to keep your remarks to a maximum of five minutes, focus on the issues before the Planning Commission and try not to repeat information already given to the Commission by a prior speaker. Always speak into the microphone, as the meeting is recorded on tape. It is the policy of the Commission not to begin consideration of a project after 10:00 PM. Such projects will be continued to the next meeting.

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Planning Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the Planning Department during normal business hours.

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# MINUTES OF THE AUBURN CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING November 1, 2016

The regular session of the Auburn City Planning Commission meeting was called to order on November 1, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. by Chair Luebkeman in the Council Chambers, 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, California.

COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Amara, Dowdin Calvillo, Luebkeman, Vitas

COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Willick

STAFF PRESENT: Reg Murray, Senior Planner

I. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL

Commissioners Dowdin Calvillo and Willick absent

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

October 4, 2016 (approved 2-0; Luebkeman abstains)

Commissioner Dowdin Calvillo arrives

III. PUBLIC COMMENT

None

IV. PUBLIC HEARING

A. USE PERMIT – 444 LINCOLN WAY (HOLT AUTOMOTIVE) – FILE UP 16-4. The applicant requests approval of a Use Permit to operate a used car lot in the Industrial (M-2) zone district at 444 Lincoln Way.