MEMORANDUM MEMORAND

TO: PLANNING COMMISSION

FROM: BRIAN PEDROTTI, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

BY: ANDREW PEREZ, ASSOCIATE PLANNER

SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-003; LOCATION – 1200 EAST GRAND AVENUE; APPLICANT – JAMES MOTTER; REPRESENTATIVE – JAMES COOPER, GARING, TAYLOR AND ASSOCIATES

DATE: SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

SUMMARY OF ACTION: Approval of the Lot Line Adjustment will relocate an existing property line between two (2) parcels on East Grand Avenue and Brisco Road.

IMPACT ON FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES: None.

RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment No. 21-003.

BACKGROUND: The subject properties are located on the northwest corner of East Grand Avenue and Brisco Road. Both properties are zoned Gateway Mixed-Use (GMU) (Attachment 1). The two existing parcels were originally portions of lots 11, 13, and 15 of the Folsom Tract, recorded in 1891. The existing parcel boundaries were confirmed through the issuance of certificates of compliance in 2005. The applicant is requesting a Lot Line Adjustment to be more conducive to the existing topography, access, and usage of the properties. The proposed lot line would neatly separate the commercial uses located in the complex at the corner of E. Grand Avenue and Brisco Road, from the storage yard on the corner of Brisco Road and Linda Drive.

Staff Advisory Committee The Staff Advisory Committee (SAC) reviewed the proposed project on August 26, 2021, and discussed issues related to access and parking. Members of the SAC were supportive of the project and recommended approval to the Planning Commission.

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PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-003 SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 PAGE 2 ANALYSIS OF ISSUES: Project Description: The proposed Lot Line Adjustment will result in a modification of parcel shapes, width, depth, and parcel areas (Attachment 2). The existing parcel dimensions are as follows: Table 1. Existing Parcel Sizes Parcel Number Lot Area Max Width Max Depth Zoning Parcel 1 4.18 acres. 737.88 ft. 414.39 ft.’ GMU Parcel 2 2 acres. 367.22 ft. 347.75 ft. GMU Both parcels meet the requirements for minimum lot size, width, and depth for parcels in the GMU zone. The existing commercial uses on both parcels meet the Development Code requirements for the district, including standards for front and rear setbacks, lot coverage, floor-area ratio, parking, and building size. A total of 0.92 acres, or approximately 40,075 square feet will be exchanged as a result of this proposal. The lot line adjustment would result in the lot sizes as shown in Table 2 below. Table 2. Proposed Parcel Sizes Parcel Number Lot Area Max Width Max Depth Zoning Parcel 1 5.10 acres. 737.88 ft. 509.14 ft. GMU Parcel 2 1.08 acres 328.42 ft. 252.76 ft. GMU Each of the parcels and the existing buildings would remain in conformance with all development standards for the zoning district if the lot line adjustment were to be approved. Standards for Approval The Municipal Code states that the Planning Commission shall approve or conditionally approve a lot line adjustment if it does not:

• Create any new lots • Include any lots or parcels created illegally • Impair any existing access or create a need for access to any adjacent

lots or parcels • Impair any existing easements or create a need for any new easements

serving adjacent lots or parcels • Constitute poor land planning or undesirable lot configurations due to

existing environmental conditions or current zoning development standards;

• Require substantial alteration of any existing improvements or create a need for any new improvements; or

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PLANNING COMMISSION CONSIDERATION OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-003 SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 PAGE 3

• Create a nonconforming lot in the development district in which it exists. The lot line adjustment application proposes to adjust the size of two legal parcels and would not create a new lot. The existing access would remain viable and adequate for each parcel and would not impair the two existing easements recorded over the properties. The proposal creates a logical division between the existing land uses and does not necessitate any improvements as a result of the lot line adjustment. The proposed application meets the criteria for approval; therefore, staff recommends approval of the lot line adjustment. ALTERNATIVES: The following alternatives are provided for the Commission’s consideration:

1. Adopt the attached Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment No. 21-003; 2. Modify and adopt the attached Resolution approving Lot Line Adjustment

No. 21-003; 3. Do not adopt the attached Resolution and instead provide direction for

staff to return with an appropriate resolution including findings for denial of Lot Line Adjustment No. 21-003; or

4. Provide direction to staff. ADVANTAGES: Granting the requested lot line adjustment will create a logical division between two properties with disparate land uses. DISADVANTAGES: None identified. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW: The project has been reviewed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and deemed categorically exempt per Section 15305(a) of the CEQA Guidelines regarding minor lot line adjustments not resulting in the creation of any new parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE AND COMMENT: Per Municipal Code Section 16.12.030 (B), a public hearing is not required for approval of a lot line adjustment. The Agenda was posted at City Hall and on the City’s website in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2. ATTACHMENTS:

1. Draft Resolution 2. Proposed Lot Line Adjustment

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RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 21-003; LOCATED AT 1200 EAST GRAND AVENUE; APPLIED FOR BY JAMES MOTTER

WHEREAS, the applicant has filed Lot Line Adjustment No. 21-003 to adjust lot lines between the two (2) parcels located at 1200 East Grand Avenue and 143 Brisco Road, maintaining a total of two (2) parcels; and

WHEREAS, the proposed Lot Line Adjustment meets the standards identified in the Municipal Code; and

WHEREAS, Municipal Code Table 16.12.030 (B) requires that lot line adjustments be reviewed by the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the project at its meeting on September 7, 2021; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that this project is consistent with the City’s General Plan and Development Code; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds, after due study and deliberation, the proposed lot line adjustment does not:

1. Create any new lots; 2. Include any lots or parcels created illegally; 3. Impair any existing access or create a need for access to any adjacent lots or

parcels; 4. Impair any existing easements or create a need for any new easements serving

adjacent lots or parcels;

5. Constitute poor land planning or undesirable lot configurations due to existing environmental conditions or current zoning development standards;

6. Require substantial alteration of any existing improvements or create a need for any new improvements;

7. Create a nonconforming lot in the development district in which it exists, except as allowed in Municipal Code Section 16.48.110.

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RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Arroyo Grande hereby approves Lot Line Adjustment No. 21-003 as set forth in Exhibit “B” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, with the above findings and subject to the conditions as set forth in Exhibit “A”, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. On a motion by Commissioner _____, seconded by Commissioner ______ and by the following roll call vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: the foregoing Resolution was adopted this 7th day of September, 2021.

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RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 3 _______________________________ GLENN MARTIN, CHAIR ATTEST: _______________________________ PATRICK HOLUB, SECRETARY TO THE COMMISSION AS TO CONTENT: _______________________________ BRIAN PEDROTTI COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

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RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 4

EXHIBIT “A” CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL

LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 21-003 1255 EAST GRAND AVENUE

This approval authorizes a lot line adjustment between the parcels located at 1200 East Grand Avenue and 143 Brisco Road (APN 077-111-073 and 077-111-072). GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. The applicant shall ascertain and comply with all Federal, State, County and City

requirements as are applicable to this project. 2. The applicant shall comply with all conditions of approval for Lot Line Adjustment

21-003.

3. Development shall occur in substantial conformance with the plans presented to the Planning Commission at their meeting of September 7, 2021 and marked Exhibit “B”.

4. This approval shall automatically expire on September 7, 2023 unless the lot line adjustment is recorded or an extension is granted pursuant to Section 16.12.140 of the Development Code.

5. Future development shall conform to the applicable zoning district requirements except as otherwise approved.

6. The applicant agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless at his/her sole expense any action brought against the City, its present or former agents, officers, or employees because of the issuance of this approval, or in any way relating to the implementation thereof, or in the alternative, to relinquish such approval. The applicant shall reimburse the City, its agents, officers, or employees, for any court costs and attorney's fees which the City, its agents, officers or employees may be required by a court to pay as a result of such action. The City may, at its sole discretion, participate at its own expense in the defense of any such action but such participation shall not relieve applicant of his/her obligations.

7. The applicant shall submit all information required by Municipal Code Section

16.20.140. 8. The applicant shall pay processing and plan check fees at the time they are due. 9. The applicant shall have a licensed land surveyor in the State of California

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RESOLUTION NO. PAGE 5

prepare the Lot Line Adjustment on City-approved forms. 10. The Lot Line Adjustment is preferred to be finalized by recording a Lot Line

Adjustment Map, and by subsequent deed transfers. 11. A current preliminary title report shall be submitted to the Community

Development Department prior to checking the final documents. 12. The applicant shall furnish a certificate from the tax collector’s office indicating

that there are no unpaid taxes or special assessments against the property.

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LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT

AGAL 21-0024

GARING, TAYLOR & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CIVIL ENGINEERS SURVEYORS PLANNERS

141 SOUTH ELM STREET · ARROYO GRANDE, CA 93420 · (805) 489-1321

North

LOT AREAS

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