CITY OF  CITY OF JACKSON Commission October 19,2020  JACKSON ALIFORNI Steve McLean, Chairman George White - Commissioner Thornton Consolo Commissioner Chad Simmons - Commissioner COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: Debby Collins, Vice-Chairwoman  Planning  Meeting Minutes Susan Peters City Planner Patti Ungaro -4 Administrative Assistant  Chairman McLean called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO' THE FLAG. Chairman McLean led the Pledge ofAllegiance. 1) PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ONTHE AGENDA.  Discussion items only, no action will be taken. Any person may address the Planning Commission at this time on any subject within the jurisdiction ofthe Planning Commission. Please note - there is at three (3) minute limit. Any matter that may require action may be referred to administration for review and  appropriate administrative and/or legislative action.  None.  2) APPROVALOF MINUTES.  Motion to approve the minutes ofA August 17, 2020 with noted correction to Item 1, 2nd Comment. Moved by Commissioner Consolo, seconded by Commissioner White, and carried by a 4t0 01 roll call  vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Collins ABSTAIN: None 3) DISCUSSION CALENDAR.  McLean, White, Consolo, Simmons  None  a. Planned Development Amendment, 126 & 1341 Emerald Lane (PN 044-520-027 & 044-520-028) and possible approval of Resolution No. 2020-02 Approving a Planned Development Amendment and Categorical Exemption for. Jackson View Partners, LP for Jackson View Lots 26 &27-126 & 134 Emerald Lane (APN 044-520-027 & 044-520-028). Commissioner Chad Simmons excused himself due to conflict ofinterest and left the room. City Planner Susan Peters introduced the item. Jackson View Partners, LP, represented by Mr. Tom Dashiell, has applied for a Planned Development Amendment to allow the driveways at 126 & 134    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  October 19. 2020  Emerald Lane to be a minimum length of20 feet to allow for corrective grading (see attached letter dated July 1,2020). In 2004 the Planning Commission approved a Planned Development Amendment that allowed for the front setback to be reduced from 25 feet to 15 with at requirement to maintain a 25-foot While Planned Development Amendments are typically subject tot the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), projects which have no possibility of causing an environmental impact can be categorically Staff has no recommended Conditions of Approval for the proposed Planned Development Amendment. Should thel Planning Commission choose to approve this Planned Development Amendment the  driveway.  exempted from CEQA review in accordance with Section 5061(0)0)0rCEQA.  Commission must the following findings: A. The proposed development is:  1. Allowed within the subject zoning district;  2. Generally, complies with all ofthe applicable provisions ofthis Development Code and Public Improvement and Engineering Standards relating to both on- and off-site improvements that are necessary to accommodate maximum flexibility in site planning and property development and to carry out the purpose, intent, and requirements oft the respective zoning district, including prescribed development standards and applicable  design guidelines; and  3. Consistent with the General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan.  B. The proposed project would produce a comprehensive development of superior quality (e.g., appropriate variety of structure placement and orientation opportunities, appropriate mix ofland uses and structure sizes, high quality architectural design, increased amounts ofl landscaping and open space, improved solutions to the design and placement of parking facilities, etc.) than which might otherwise occur from the strict application of the provisions and standards identified in this Development Code; C.The proposed development is consistent with the design guidelines, achieves the overall design objectives oft the design guidelines, and would not impair the design and architectural integrity and D. There are adequate provisions for public and emergency vehicle access, sanitation, water, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed development would not be detrimental to public health and safety. Adequate provisions shall mean that distribution and collection facilities and other infrastructure are installed at the time of development and in operation prior to occupancy ofbuildings and the land, and all development fees have been paid prior to occupancy ofbuildings and the land; E. The design, location, size, and operating characteristics oft the proposed development would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of the City, or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and zoning district in which the property is located;  character oft the surrounding neighborhood;  F.T The approval oft the Planned Development isi in compliance with the requirements oft the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and there would be no potential significant adverse effects upon  2    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  October 19, 2020  environmental quality and natural resources that could not be properly mitigated and monitored, unless a  Statement ofOverriding Considerations is adopted; and  G.T The subject site is:  1. Physically suitable for the type and density/intensity of development being proposed; 2. Adequate in size and shape to accommodate the use and all fences and walls, landscaping, loading, parking, yards, and other features required by this Development 3. Served by streets adequate in width and pavement type to carry the quantity and type of  Code; and  traffic generated by the proposed development.  H. The proposed development is consistent with all applicable regulations ofthe Amador County Department of Environmental Health and the City ofJackson Fire Department for the transport, use, and Should the Planning Commission choose to approve Planned Development Amendment for. Jackson View 1. Approve Resolution No. 2020-02 approving a Planned Development Amendment to allow for. Jackson  disposal of hazardous materials.  Partners, LP, the following action should be taken:  View Lots 26 & 271 to have a minimum driveway length of201 feet. 2. Instruct stafft to file al Notice of Exemption with the County Recorder.  Planning Commission held discussion.  Chairman McLean opened for Public Comment. After hearing none, moved back to Planning  Commission.  Motion to Approve Planning Commission Resolution No. 2020-02. Approving Categorical Exemption for Jackson View. Partners in regard to. Jackson View. Lots 26 &27 on Emerald. Lane based on Findings presented in the Planning Staff Report. Motion made by Commissioner Consolo, seconded. by  Commissioner White, and carried by a. 31 to Oroll call vote.  AYES: McLean, White, Consolo  NOES: None ABSENT: Collins ABSTAIN: Simmons  Planning Commissioner Simmons was invited back to the meeting following above motion and vote.  4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.  City Planner Susan Peters stated she has no current planning applications in-house. She reported that the consultants are continuing to work on the General Plan doing baseline work on that. Staffi is holding off until after the Election to hold workshops on the General Plan and will be getting you more information.  3    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 5. ADJOURNMENT.  October 19, 2020  Chairman McLean adjourned the meeting at 7:13 p.m.  ATTEST:  Sllagano Patti Ungaro, Admimistrative Assistant  02/17/2421 Date Approved  4