CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA

PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES

October 11, 2017

A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL FOR TOUR OF INSPECTION

PRESENT: Commissioners: Wendt, Lehman, Locke, LePage and Goodhue

ABSENT: N/A

STAFF PRESENT: Marc Wiener, Community Planning & Building Director

Marnie Waffle, Senior Planner
Cortina Whitmore, Planning Commission Secretary

B. TOUR OF INSPECTION

The Commission convened at 2:45 p.m. and then toured the following sites:
DR 17-233 (MacDonald),NE corner of Lincoln & 6th Ave., Blk: 55; Lot:18
UP 17-36/8(The Village Corner),NE corner of Dolores & 6th Ave.;Blk:56, Lot: 20
DR 16-477 (Fink/Goodhue), Dolores St. 4 NW of 7th ; Blk: 75, Lot:13
CDP 16-513 (City of Carmel-by-the-Sea), SW side of Scenic Rd. & Santa Lucia Ave.
DS 17-315 (Arioto),SE corner of Lincoln & 13th Ave.; Blk:144, Lot: 2
SI 17-191(Wells Fargo),San Carlos St. 2 SE of Ocean Ave.; Blk: 77; Lots: 10,12 &
14

C. ROLL CALL

Chairman Goodhue called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.

D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Members of the audience joined Commission Members in the Pledge of Allegiance.

E. ANNOUNCEMENTS/EXTRAORDINARY BUSINESS
Chair Goodhue congratulated Commissioners Lehman and LePage for their re-
appointments to the Planning Commission.
F. APPEARANCES
Speaker #1: Kathryn Gualtieri, Vice Chair of the Historic Resources Board appeared to
thank the Planning Commission for their work and efforts to keep Carmel preserved.

G. CONSENT AGENDA

Items placed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and are acted upon by
the Commission in one motion. There is no discussion of these items prior to the
Commission action unless a member of the Commission, staff, or public requests specific

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items be discussed and removed from the Consent Agenda. It is understood that the staff
recommends approval of all consent items. Each item on the Consent Agenda approved
by the Commission shall be deemed to have been considered in full and adopted as
recommended.

1. Draft minutes from the September 13, 2017 Planning Commission Special Meeting.
(p.5)

Commissioner LePage motioned to approve the minutes from the September 13,
2017 meeting with corrections. Motion seconded by Commissioner Wendt and
carried the following vote: 5-0-0-0.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: LEHMAN, WENDT, LEPAGE, LOCKE & GOODHUE

NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

2. UP 17-264 (Albatross Ridge) Consideration of an amendment to the special

Garrett Bowlus, Business Owner
Dolores 1 NE of Ocean Ave.
Block: 71; Lot(s): 8 & 9
APN: 010-134-009
conditions associated with Use Permit (UP
17-264) for the relocation of an existing wine
tasting room (Albatross Ridge) to a new space
in the Central Commercial (CC) Zoning
District. (p.15)

Commissioner Locke pulled Consent Item #2, UP 17-264 (Albatross Ridge) to discuss
amendments.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing.

Speaker #1: Garrett Bowlus answered questions from the Commission.

Chair Goodhue closed the public hearing.

Commissioner Locke motioned to approve UP 17-264 (Albatross Ridge) with the

amendment to include Bowlus Vineyards, LLC in conditions #2 and #7 and to
amend condition #15 to state that upon depletion of the pre-2014 wine stock,
Albatross Ridge LLC shall cancel the Type 42 License. Commissioner Wendt
seconded the motion which carried the following vote: 5-0-0-0.

AYES COMMISSIONERS: LEHMAN, WENDT, LOCKE, LEPAGE & GOODHUE

NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

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H. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. CDP 16-513 (City of Carmel) Consideration of a proposal for new

SW side of Scenic Rd. & Santa Lucia
Ave. (SW of restrooms)
landscaping in association with Coastal
Development Permit (CDP 16-513). The
area of new landscaping is at the top of the
beach bluff southwest of the restrooms.
(p.22)

Marc Wiener, Planning Director provided the staff report for (CDP 16-513) and provided
project history.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing.

Speaker #1: Susan Uttice, President of the Carmel Garden Club spoke in favor of the new
design and noted the Carmel Garden Club will provide minimal maintenance support.

Chair Goodhue closed the public hearing.

Mr. Wiener provided further information and answered questions from the Commission.

The Commission held brief discussion and complimented Scott Hall, Landscape
Architect on the landscape design.

Commissioner LePage motioned to approve (CDP 16-513) as presented.

Commissioner Lehman seconded the motion and carried the following vote: 5-0-0-0.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: LOCKE, LEHMAN, LEPAGE,WENDT &

GOODHUE
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

2. DS 17-315 (Arioto) Consideration of Design Study (DS 17-315) and

Claudio Ortiz Design Group
SE corner of Lincoln & 13th Ave.
Block: 144; Lot: 2
APN: 010-172-011
associated Coastal Development Permit for the
construction of a new single-family residence
located in the Single-Family Residential (R-1)
Zoning District. (p.34)

Chair Goodhue recused from DS 17-315 (Arioto).

Matthew Sundt, Contract Planner presented staff report.

Speaker #1: Claudio Ortiz, Designer summarized design and noted a willingness to
reduce the mass and bulk of the garage.

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Vice Chair LePage opened the public hearing seeing no other speakers the public hearing
was closed.

The Commission held discussion. Commissioner Wendt spoke in favor of a lower

garage. Commissioner Lehman requested a streetscape. Commissioner LePage
complemented the design and noted the Applicant is willing to address the mass of the
garage.

Commissioner Lehman motioned to accept Concept Design Study (DS 17-315) with
the direction to redesign the garage and revise plans to remove stone from the front
and sides of the garage. Motion seconded by Commissioner Wendt and carried the
following vote: 4-0-0-1.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: WENDT, LEHMAN, LOCKE & LEPAGE

NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: GOODHUE

3. DR 17-233 (MacDonald) Consideration of Design Review (DR 17-233)

Joseph McGowan application for the installation of a dome
NE corner of Lincoln & 6th Ave. awning above the entrance to the Dawson
Cole Fine Art Gallery in the Central
Block: 55; Lot: 18
Commercial (CC) Zoning District. (p.61)
APN: 010-138-022

Senior Planner, Marnie Waffle presented the staff report. Ms. Waffle noted staff does not
support the design and answered Commission questions.

Applicant not present at public hearing.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing, seeing no speakers the public hearing was
closed.

The Commission held discussion. The Commission noted the color and size of the
proposed awning does not comply with the Citys Commercial Guidelines and provided
the Applicant direction to reduce the scale of the awning and submit an alternate color for
review.

Commissioner LePage motioned to continue DR 17-233 (MacDonald) to allow the

applicant to return to the Planning Commission with a new color and design
consistent with the Citys guidelines. Motion seconded by Commissioner Locke and
carried the following roll call vote: 5-0-0-0.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: LEHMAN, LOCKE, WENDT, LEPAGE & GOODHUE

NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

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4. DR 16-477 (Fink/Goodhue)
David Fink, Applicant
Dolores St. 4 NW of 7th Ave.
Block: 75; Lot: 13
APN: 010-147-003
Consideration of Design Review (DR 16-
477), Coastal Development Permit and
Condominium Subdivision application for the
construction of a second-story condominium
above an existing one-story building located
in the central Commercial (CC) and
Downtown Conservation (DC) Overlay
Zoning Districts. (p.75)

Marnie Waffle, Senior Planner provided the staff report and summarized project history.
Ms. Waffle noted staff does not support the design and materials.

Speaker #1: Janet Elarmo, Applicant noted Mr. Fink has complied with all City requests
and stated the trash enclosure is a separate issue from the proposed design of the
condominium.

Speaker #2: Jeff Fink, Architect summarized design and answered questions from the
Commission.

Speaker #3: Jason Retterer, Mr. Finks attorney discussed the Citys Design Guidelines,
noted the trash enclosure in Piccadilly Park was City approved and requested that
condition #19 which states the applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit for the trash
enclosure be removed or modified.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing.

Speaker #4: Thomas Hood member of the Historic Resources Board informed the
Commission of recommendations provided by the Historic Resources Board from the
September 13, 2017 meeting.

Speaker #5: Jack Galante, local business owner voiced support for the project to move
forward.

Speaker #6: Ethan Hare, Contractor spoke in favor of the project and proposed mixed use
of the building.

Speaker #7: Ken Spilfogel, local restaurateur expressed support for the proposed project.

Chair Goodhue closed the public hearing.

The Commission held discussion. Commissioner Wendt expressed her objections to the
proposed project noting the contemporary design is not appropriate for the Downtown
Conservation District and read exerts from the Citys General Plan to support her
position. Commissioner Lehman requested a more detailed 3D rendering and provided
trash enclosure recommendations. Commissioner Locke also requested the Applicant

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resubmit a revised 3D rending which includes the building to the south and suggested the
use of muted colors. Commissioner LePage expressed appreciation for the design
however noted it is not compatible with the Conservation District. Chair Goodhue
concluded the discussion with support for the design and provided direction for the
applicant to revisit the north elevation and utilize a lighter color for the concrete material.

Commissioner Lehman moved to continue DR 16-477 (Fink/Goodhue) until the

November 8, 2017 Planning Commission meeting with direction to: revise the
fenestration on the north elevation to appear less contemporary; lower the trellis on
the east elevation; reevaluate the appropriateness of the gray slate tiles on the
existing roof; prepare a streetscape scene that includes the adjacent buildings and
accurately depicts Piccadilly Park; reevaluate the color palette and prepare a
rendering that will accurately depict the proposed color scheme and consider
placing the restaurants trash receptacles in the basement of the building. Motion
seconded by Commissioner LePage and carried the following roll call vote: 4-1-0-0.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: LOCKE, LEAPGE, LEHMAN & GOODHUE

NOES: COMMISSIONERS: WENDT
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

5. UP 17-368 (The Village Corner) Consideration of a Temporary Use Permit

Ken Spilfogel (UP 17-368) for outdoor activity that would
include the projection of Family Movie nights
NE corner of Dolores and 6th Ave.
on a projection screen within the outdoor
Block: 56; Lot: 20 patio at The Village Corner Mediterranean
APN: 010-135-008 Bistro located in the Central Commercial
(CC) District. (p.107)

Marnie Waffle, Senior Planner provided the staff report.

Speaker #1: Restaurant Chef/Applicant summarized the Movie Night concept and
answered questions from the Commission.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing.

Speaker #2: Ken Spilfogel clarified the purpose of Movie Night is to promote a family
night event not Monday Night Football and noted support from surrounding neighbors.

Chair Goodhue closed the hearing.

The Commission held a brief discussion.

Commissioner LePage motioned to approve UP 17-368 (The Village Corner).

Motion seconded by Commissioner Locke and carried the following roll call vote: 5-
0-0-0.

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 AYES: COMMISSIONERS: LOCKE, LEPAGE, LEHMAN, WENDT & GOODHUE
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

6. SI 17-191 (Wells Fargo Bank) Consideration of a Commercial Sign (SI 17-

Charley Schalliol
San Carlos St., 2 SE of Ocean Ave.
Block: 77; Lots: 10,12 & 14
APN: 010-141-006
191) application for the replacement of
signage at the Wells Fargo Bank property
located in the Central Commercial (CC)
Zoning District. (p.115)

Catherine Tarone, Assistant Planner presented the staff report and noted staff does not
support the SI 17-191 (Wells Fargo Bank).

Speaker #1: Charley Schalliol, Wells Fargo Representative/Applicant clarified the

purpose of multiple signs, color selections and sign designs.

Chair Goodhue opened the public hearing, seeing no other speakers the public hearing
was closed.

The Commission held discussion. The Commissioners noted Wells Fargo will need to
come into compliance and provided the Applicant direction.

Commissioner LePage moved to continue SI 17-191 (Wells Fargo) with the direction
the applicant return to the Commission with signs designed with muted colors and
sizes consistent with the Citys guidelines, to eliminate the stand alone sign and
utilize darker colors for the parking signs. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Locke and carried the following roll call vote: 5-0-0-0.

AYES: COMMISSIONERS: WENDT, LEPAGE, LOCKE, LEHMAN &

GOODHUE
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS: NONE

I. DIRECTORS REPORT

1. Update on Planning Activities:

Marc Wiener provided the Commission an update of the following City Council
action:
Cannabis Ordinance
Accessory Dwelling Units
Cocoa Bar Use Permit.

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J. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUCEMENT
N/A
K. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, Chair Goodhue adjourned the meeting at 7:26 p.m.

The next meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled:

Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. Regular Meeting

SIGNED:

_____________________________________
Donald Goodhue, Planning Commission Chair

ATTEST:
_________________________________________
Cortina Whitmore, Planning Commission Secretary

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