STAFF REPORT TO: AMADOR COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR MEETING OF: APRIL 8, 2014

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1 Page 1 of 10 Page 1 of 10 STAFF REPORT TO: AMADOR COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION FOR MEETING OF: APRIL 8, 2014 ITEM 2- PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST FOR ZONE CHANGE FROM THE R1A, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL & AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT TO THE C-1, RETAIL, COMMERCIAL & OFFICE DISTRICT (APN: & ). APPLICANT: Page Family Trust SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT V LOCATION: Shenandoah Road and Horseshoe Lane, River Pines, approximately 0.3 miles from the Amador County line. A. DESCRIPTION: This application is a request for a Zone Change to allow for the occupancy of a currently non-conforming building. The 0.51-acre site is the location of the former River Pines Club, but has not been occupied for commercial use in approximately 12 years. Additionally, the building contains two residential apartments, one of which is occupied. A zone change to C1 will subsequently require substantial building upgrades and a Use Permit if the building is to be used for dual occupancy (residential/commercial). The proposed zoning district is supported by the current General Plan designation of C Commercial, as well as the proposed General Plan designation as a mixed-use Town Center. The request includes an adjacent vacant parcel to the north, containing approximately 0.11 acres. The second parcel has a current General Plan designation of R-L, Residential Low Density and a proposed General Plan designation of mixed-use Town Center. B. STAFF REVIEW: This project was reviewed by County departments which found no technical objections to the Planning Commission recommending approval of the Zone Change for the parcel fronting Shenandoah Road (APN ) to the Board of Supervisors along with the adoption of a Notice of Exemption. C. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: The first action of the Planning Commission should be a decision on the adequacy of the environmental document, proposed to be a Notice of Exemption (Categorically Exempt per Section 15183) because the zone change for APN is consistent with the current and proposed General Plan designations for the area. Next, the Commission must make a recommendation on the requested Zone Change to the Board of Supervisors. D. FINDINGS: If the Planning Commission recommends approval of this project, the following findings are recommended for adoption: 1. The Zone Change for APN is consistent with the surrounding land uses and the Amador County General Plan, Land Use Element at this location; and, 2. A review of the proposal was conducted by staff who, through their own research, found that the Zone Change will not have a significant effect on the environment and is Categorically Exempt from CEQA per Section Therefore, a Notice of Exemption will be adopted and filed with the County Recorder. G:\PLAN\WPDOCS\Project Files\2014\Page Zone Change\SR_PC_Page rev.docx Page 1 of 10 Page 1 of 10

2 Page 2 of 10 Page 2 of 10 See following pages. District Subject to the provisions of Chapter 19.48, none but the following Use Permit Building Site Yards Required Building Lot Area uses, or uses which in the opinion of the planning commission are Required Height Per Residential Area Width Depth Percent Front Rear Side similar in nature, will be allowed. (Sq. Ft.) in ft. in ft. Cover in ft. in ft. Limit Unit Interior Corner Mini Miniin ft. (Sq. Ft.) age Interior Corner Lot Lot mum mum in ft. in ft. C-1 1. Retail, office and business and personal service uses, conducted NO 5,000 5, within a building, and mini-warehouses Except 5' if abuts any R district 2. Service stations AS SPECIFIED IN THE USE PERMIT 3. Drive-in uses, including theaters 4. Outdoor areas, nurseries, boat docks and boat repairs YES 5. Single-family dwelling when combined in the same structure as a commercial use C-2 1. Wholesale, service and storage uses, conducted within a building NO Retail outlets and offices incidental and accessory to above uses Except 5' if abuts any 3. Service stations, repair garages R district uses 4. Business offices 5. All uses allowed in C-1 district, Sections 3 and 4 YES 6. Lumber and building materials yards 7. Sale, rental, repair and storage of new or used autos, trucks, trailers, boats, buses, construction and farm equipment 8. Nurseries, garden supplies 9. Veterinary hospital or clinic AS SPECIFIED IN THE USE PERMIT Page 2 of 10 Page 2 of 10

3 Page 3 of 10 Page 3 of 10 AMADOR COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY PHONE: (209) PLANNING DEPARTMENT FAX: (209) WEBSITE: planning@amadorgov.org COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER 810 COURT STREET JACKSON, CA APPLICATION REFERRAL TO: Mike Israel, Environmental Health Department Jered Reinking, Department of TranspOltation and Public Works Rich Millar, Building Depattment Jim McCatt, Amador Fire Protection District Mike Boitano, Amador Air District George Allen, Surveying & Engineering Martin Ryan, Sheriff Neil Peacock, Amador County TranspOltation Commission Carla Meyer, Amador Transit Sandra Jacks, State Department offish & Game Greg Gillott, County Counsel Carl Baker, Caltrans District 10 Darin McFarlin, Cal Fire DATE: March 6, 2014 FROM: PROJECT: Chuck Beatty, Planning Department Zone Change request by Page Family Trust to rezone two parcels (0.61 acres) in River Pines from "RIA" to "Cl" (Single Family Residential/Agricultural to Retail-Commercial-Office). LOCATION: Shenandoah Road and Horseshoe Lane (APNs & ). REVIEW: As part of the preliminary review process, this project is being sent to County staff and State and local agencies for their review and comment. The application will be reviewedfor completeness by the Amador County Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) on Monday, March 17,2014 at 10:00 a.m. in Conference Room "A" at the County Administration Building, 810 Court Street, Jackson, California. cc: Robert Page A TAC meeting to review the CEQA initial study (checklist) and make formal recommendations to the Planning Commission will be scheduled at a later date. Page 3 of 10 Page 3 of 10

4 Page 4 of 10 PLANNING DEPARTMENT Page 4 of Court Street Jackson, CA Telephone: (209) LAND USE AGENCY COUNTY ADMINISTRATION CENTER website: planning@co.amador.ca.us RECEIVED Amador Coun APPLICATION FOR ZONE CHANGE FEB PLANNING DEPARTMENT Application for a zoning change shall include the following: 1. A. Name of Property Owner ''-b...--iJ-----'-+_''":'-t''=-=-I-'-'++-IV---I--+ Mailing Address Phone Number B. gdod: Q.,rO\..-J "'\ct c" 0. -e Name of Applicant 3 /)3 d1c=jr:bia Y-v=4k Mailing Address D Phone Number C. Name of Representative _-LAA,-",--,-, ',A) -"<-..L Mailing Address Phone Number. O/Ij -OS3:- DDLJ-/ OJ,-/-DS"3-DOS 2. Assessor Parcel Number(s) 3. Letter of application explaining purpose of request, description of proposed uses, and other pertinent infom1ation. Note: It is to your benefit to be as specific as possible with your application informa tion. 4. Letter of authorization if landowner is being represented by another party. 5. Submit a plot plan of parcel showing location of project in relation to property lines and any existing structures/improvements (roads, parking areas, etc.) on the propelty as well as all proposed structureslimprovements (may wish to make separate maps). NOTE: An Assessor Plat Map can be obtained from the Surveying and Engineering Department for the purpose of aiding in drawing of the plot plan. \, Copy of deed(s) to property. /-? ' 7. Completed Environmental Information Form and Indemnification Agreement. 8. Filing fee of$ 9. Application Fom1 to be signed at the time of proj ect presentation in the Planning Department. Page 4 of 10 4() 3'1 (see attached schedule of fees). Page 4 of 10

5 Page 5 of 10 Page 5 of 10 ENVIRON MENTAL INFORMATION FORM (To be completed by applicant; use additional sheets as necessary.) Attach plans, diagrams, etc. as appropriate. GENERAL INFORMATION Project Name: jlja ;Cf ShY?V'(A"Da.b 12J File No. Date Filed: ApplicanU Developer Landowner Address Address Phone No. Phone No. Assessor Parcel Number(s) QJ ljps: 3 [) 04 l2 "'---#/q jt Existing Zoning District """""-... Existing eneral Plan List and describe any other related permits and other public approvals required for this project, including those required by city, regional, state, and federal agencies: WRITTEN PROJECT DESCRIPTION (Include the following information where applicable, as well as any other pertinent information to describe the proposed project): 1. Site Size 2. Square Footage of Existing/Proposed Structures 3. Number of Floors of Construction 4. Amount of Off-street Parking Provided (provide accurate detailed parking plan) 5. Source of Water 6.._ 7. Method of Sewage Disposal Attach Plans Proposed Scheduling of Project Construction _ 10. If project to be developed in phases, describe anticipated incremental development. Associated Projects 11. Subdivision/Land Division Projects: Tentative map information is needed or the County requests further details. will be sufficient unless you feel. additional 12. Residential Projects: Include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or rents and type of household size expected. 13. Commercial Projects: Indicate the type of bu siness, number of employees, whether neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square footage of sales area, and loading faciliti es Industrial Projects: Indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities. r l 5. Institutional Projects: Indicate th e major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated occupancy, loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from th e project. _ 16. If th e project involves a variance, conditional use permit, or rezoning application, state this and indicate clearly why the application is required. F:\WPDOCS\HEATHER\website update\zc-application Revised.wpd Page 5 of 10 Page 5 of 10

6 Page 6 of 10 Page 6 of 10 Environmental Information Form Page 2 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Are the following items applicable to the project or its effects? Discuss below all items checked "yes" (attach additional sheets as necessary). YES NO 0 ' 17. Change in existing features or any lakes or hills, or substantial alteration of ground,..' contours. 0 yj' 18. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas, public lands, or roads Change in pattern, scale, or character of general area of project Significant amounts of solid waste or litter Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes, or odors in the vicinity. 0 ; 22. Change in lake, stream, or ground water quality or quantity, or alteration of existing drainage patterns Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity Site on filled land or has slopes of 10 percent or more. X Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances, flammables, or explosives. 0 ';A 27. Substantially increase fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas, etc.) Substantial change in demand for municipal services (police, fire, water, sewage, etc.) Does this project have a relationship to a larger project or series of projects? ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING 29. Describe the project site as it exists before the project, including information on topography, soil stabi lity, plants and animals, and any cu ltural, historical or scenic aspects. Describe any existing structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach photographs of the site (cannot be returned). 30. Describe the surrounding properties, including information on plants and animals and any cultural, historical, or scenic aspects. Indicate the type of land use (residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one family, apartment houses, shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, setback, rear yard, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity (cannot be returned). 31. Describe any known mine shafts, tunnels, air shafts, open hazardous excavations, etc. Attach photographs of any of these known features (cannot be returned). Certification : I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowl e and elief. Date 2-2,\-' L-\ For F\WPDOCS\FORMS\ENV INFO FORM Rev. 11/22/05 F:\WPDOCS\HEATHER\we bs ite update\z C-Application Revised.wpd Page 6 of 10 Page 6 of 10

7 RECEIVED Amador County Page 7 of 10 Page 7 of 10 To whom it May Concern: FEB 2,5'2014 PLANNINGDEPARTMENT February 20,2014 Please Consider This Existing building for commercial use. IIhas always been used that way. AKA "The River Pines Club". At the time we had purchased this property it was not in Operation at the time. Has been approximately 12 years, and have had many inquires about opening a Restaurant, Sports bar, deli, etc. But have been overwhelmed with the cost, or such a project. So A lot oftime has pas and so the Grand Father Law has expired. We would like to zone it Commercial as it has always been used that way. As a property owner in River Pines I only want the best for this little town, and think the neighbors would like a Retail Space, Consignment. Antique office space, or just a thrift shop something along these lines. IfWould be great for a new business in town. Please Accept this Application for this zone change as we can not do anything at this moment the way it stands. Page 7 of 10 Page 7 of 10

8 Page 8 of 10 Page 8 of 10 8 Cities and Communities Transportation Roads..- One Way Road - Primary Road - Secondary Road - County Route - State Highway - - Unimproved Road Administrative Boundaries o City Limits Cj Amador County Boundary o Parcels 1" =80 ft Aerial photography. if displayed, DigitalGlobe. Inc.. All Rights Reserved Notes The County of Amador assumes no responsibility arising from use of this information. THE MAPS AND ASSOCIATED DATA ARE PROVIDED WI THOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. expressed or implied. including but not limited to. the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Do not make any business decisions based on this data before validating your decision with the appropriate County Office. Amador County GIS Viewer Amador County Information Technology Dept. 810 Court St. Jackson CA March 6, Page 8 of 10 Page 8 of 10

9 Page 9 of 10 Page 9 of 10 o Cities and Communities Transportation Roads..- One Way Road - Prima ry Road - Secondary Road - County Route - State Highway - - Unimproved Road Administrative Boundaries CJ City limits [] Amador County Boundary o Parcels, " 1" = 80ft Aerial photography, if displayed, DigitalGlobe, Inc., All Rights Reserved Notes The County of Amador assumes no responsibility arising from use of this information. THE MAPS AN D ASSOCIATED DATA ARE PROVIDED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. expressed or implied, including but nollimited to, the impjied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Do not make any business decisions based on this data before validating your decision with the appropriate County Office. Amador County GIS Viewer Amador County Information Technology Dept. 810 Court SI. Jackson CA March 6, 2014 Page 9 of 10 Page 9 of 10

10 !! Page 10 of 10 Page 10 of 10 POR. SEC. 14., T.BM. R.IIE., M.D.B.B M. 100' 07/27/2005 Mop changes become effective with the roll yeor. Parcel numbers ore subj ect to change prior to adoption of roll on each July 7. IMPORTANT NOTE: This mop wos prepared for property tox assessment purposes only_ It is assumed that the property. as described in it's deed is the property being assessed. No > liability is assumed for the accuracy of the doto delineated hereon. River Pines Sub. Unit No.4, R.M. Bk. I, Pg. 16 NOTE-Assessor's Block Numbers Shown in Ellipses. Assessor's Parcel Numbers Shown in Circles. Assessor's Map Bk.I4, Pg.05 County of Amador, Calif. Page 10 of 10 Page 10 of 10

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS TO THE APPLICANT: Please provide the following materials for your application. A complete application package will expedite your public hearing before the Planning and Preservation Commission.