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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Regular Meeting
CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, CA 95482
March 28, 2018
6:00 p.m.
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT COMMISSIONERS ABSENT
Mike Whetzel, Chair
Laura Christensen
Christopher Watt
Linda Sanders
Mark Hilliker
STAFF PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
Craig Schlatter, Community Development Listed below, Respectively
Director
Julie Price, Project Planner
Cathy Elawadly, Recording Secretary
1. CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the City of Ukiah Planning Commission was called to order by
Chair Whetzel at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Ukiah Civic Center, 300
Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California.
CHAIR WHETZEL PRESIDING.
2. ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken with attendance as listed above.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Everyone recited.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. The Minutes of March 14, 2018
Motion/Second Watt/Hilliker to approve the Minutes of March 14, 2018, as
submitted. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners
Sanders, Watt, Hilliker, Christensen and Chair Whetzel. NOES: None. ABSENT:
None. ABSTAIN: None.
5. APPEAL PROCESS
6. COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS
7. SITE VISIT VERIFICATION
8. VERIFICATION OF NOTICE
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Minutes of the Planning Commission, March 28, 2018, Continued:
9. PLANNING COMMISSIONERS�EPORT
Presenter: Commissioner Sanders.
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None.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR
No items on consent.
12. NEW BUSINESS
a. Request for Review and Recommendation regarding a Use Permit and Parking Variance
to allow for the operation of the Center for Hope, a day program providing services to the
homeless, at 150 Luce Avenue. APN 003-072-05. File No.: Munis 3072.
Presenter: Community Development Director Craig Schlatter:
• Introduced the proposed project.
Presenter: Project Planner Julie Price:
• Gave a staff report and Powerpoint presentation.
• Advised of revised draft Conditions of Approval as provided for in Attachment 1 of the
minutes.
PUBLIC HEAR/NG OPENED: 6:27 p.m.
Presenters: Paul Otto, Tony Huerta, Rick Johnson, Ed Haynes, Bill Fisetta, Jess Freeman,
Gerry Burney, Kevin McDougall, Randy Dorn, Carol Hester, Roe Sandelin, Jacqueline
Williams, Lisa Jones, Veronica Wilson, Raymond Brumley, Susan Burton, Patricia Patterson,
Sadie Malcett, Terry Moir, Chris Jones, Joanne Monahan, Don Moir, Barbara Urdaul, Don
Damp,Tony Cortez, Lee Kraemer.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED: 8:09 p.m.
Project Planner Julie Price:
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Findings for the Planning Commission to consider.
M/S Watt/Christensen to defer to Ukiah City Council review and possible approval of a Use
Permit to allow for the operation of the Center for Hope at 150 Luce Avenue with the project
draft Findings in Attachment 1 of the staff report and draft Conditions of Approval in
Attachment 2 of the staff report, as amended. AYES: Commissioners Watt, Hilliker,
Christensen and Chair Whetzel. NOES: Commissioner Sanders. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN:
None.
b. Discussion and Possible Recommendation to the City Council of a Draft Residential
Density Calculation Ordinance Amending Various Sections of Chapter 2, Division 9 of the
Ukiah City Code to set forth in greater detail the Procedure for Calculating Residential
Density.
Presenter: Community Development Director Craig Schlatter:
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Minutes of the Planning Commission, March 28, 2018, Continued:
• Introduced the proposed project and gave a Powerpoint presentation.
PUBLIC HEAR/NG OPENED: 9:01 p.m.
Presenter: Deputy City Manager Shannon Riley.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED: 9:09 p.m.
M/S Watt/Christensen to recommend the Ukiah City Council approve the Initial Environmental
Study and Negative Declaration for the Proposed Residential Density Calculation Ordinance
and adopt the corresponding draft ordinance. AYES: Commissioners Watt, Hilliker, and
Christensen. NOES: Commissioner Sanders and Chair Whetzel. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN:
None.
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Cathy Elawadly, Recording Secretary
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ATTACHMENT 2
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR A MAJOR USE PERMIT AND PARKING
VARIANCE FOR NOR-CAL CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES CENTER FOR HOPE
150 LUCE AVENUE, UKIAH
FILE NO.: MUNIS 3072
Standard Conditions:
1. Approval is granted to allow operation of a day program for the homeless as described in
the project application and subsequent documents submitted to the Community
Development Department.
2. This approval is not effective until the 10-day appeal period applicable to this Use Permit
and Variance has expired without the filing of a timely appeal. If a timely appeal is filed, the
project is subject to the outcome of the appeal and shall be revised as necessary to comply
with any modifications, conditions, or requirements that were imposed as part of the
appeal.
3. All use, construction and the location thereof, or occupancy, shall conform to the
application and to any supporting documents submitted therewith, including any maps,
sketches, or plot plans accompanying the application or submitted by applicant in support
thereof.
4. If any use permitted shall cease for six (6) consecutive months, then the right to any Use
Permit permitting such use shall terminate and such Use Permit shall be revocable by the
granting body.
5. If any condition is violated or if any required approval is not obtained, then the Use Permit
granted shall be null and void; otherwise to continue in full force and effect indefinitely until
otherwise terminated and shall run with the land.
6. The approved Use Permit may be revoked through the City's revocation process if the
approved project related to the permit is not being conducted in compliance with the
stipulations and conditions of approval; or, if the project is not established within two (2)
years of the effective date of approval; or, if the established use for which the permit was
granted has ceased or has been suspended for twenty-four(24) consecutive months.
7. Except as otherwise specifically noted, any Use Permit shall be granted only for the specific
purposes stated in the action approving such Use Permit and shall not be construed as
eliminating or modifying any building, use, or zone requirements except as to such specific
purposes.
8. This approval is contingent upon agreement of the applicant and property owner and their
agents, successors and heirs to defend, indemnify, release and hold harmless the City, its
Draft Conditions of Approval
Major Use Permit and Parking Variance
Nor-Cal Christian Ministries Center for Hope
150 Luce Avenue
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agents, officers, attorneys, employees, boards and commissions from any claim, action or
proceeding brought against any of the foregoing individuals or entities, the purpose of
which is to attack, set aside, void or annul the approval of this application. This
indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, damages, costs, expenses, attorney fees
or expert witness fees that may be asserted by any person or entity, including the applicant,
arising out of or in connection with the City's action on this application, whether or not there
is concurrent passive or active negligence on the part of the City. If, for any reason any
portion of this indemnification agreement is held to be void or unenforceable by a court of
competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
9. No permit or entitlement shall be deemed effective unless and until all fees and charges
applicable to this application and these conditions of approval have been paid in full.
10. The property owner shall obtain and maintain any permit or approval required by law,
regulation, specification or ordinance of the City of Ukiah and other Local, State, or Federal
agencies as applicable. All construction shall comply with all fire, building, electric,
plumbing, occupancy, and structural laws, regulations, and ordinances in effect at the time
the Building Permit is approved and issued.
11. A copy of all conditions applicable to the Use Permit shall be provided to and be binding
upon any future purchaser, tenant, or other party of interest.
Police Department Conditions:
12. Prior to operation of the site as a day program for the homeless, the
applicant shall
the recommendations provided by the Ukiah Police Department in the Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Plan Survey dated February 12, 2018
� and comments received by Captain Justin Wyatt on January 9, 2018.
Fire Department Conditions:
13. Prior to operation of the site as a day program for the homeless, the applicant shall take
into consideration the recommendations provided by the Fire Marshall in his comment letter
(undated).
Public Works Conditions:
14. If the building permit value is equal to or greater than one-third of the value of the existing
structure, the construction, repair or upgrade of curb, gutter, and sidewalk to meet current
ADA standards, and addition of street trees, along the subject property street frontage, may
be required, pursuant to Section 9181 of the Ukiah City Code.
15. If the building permit value of work exceeds $123,680 (amount adjusted annually), or the
proposed improvements create the net addition of two or more plumbing fixture units to a
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Nor-Cal Christian Ministries Center for Hope
150 Luce Avenue
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building, the existing sanitary sewer lateral shall be tested in accordance with City of Ukiah
Ordinance No. 1105, and repaired or replaced if required.
16. If applicable, City of Ukiah sewer connection fees shall be paid at the time of building permit
issuance.
Planning Department Conditions�
17. The facility and program policies ("NCCM Policies"), project description and all subsequent
submittals related to the facility, program and its operation shall be packaged together into
a comprehensive Management Plan. The Management Plan shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Department prior to occupancy.
18. The facility's Management Plan shall be strictly followed and enforced by the applicant.
Failure to do so may result in revocation of the Use Permit.
19. Prior to opening the facility, City staff shall inspect the interior and exterior portions of the
facility to ensure that all pertinent components of the approved Management Plan are in
effect.
20. Facility staff shall be diligent in dispersing guests from the site, and away from adjoining
residences and businesses, a minimum of 1 hour before opening and 1 hour after closing.
Loitering is prohibited.
21.Any future lighting for the project is subject to Community Development Department review
and approval. Any lighting shall comply with the following requirements:
• Dusk-to-dawn illumination
• International Dark Sky Association approved fixture or equivalent
• Design compatible with the structures on the site
• Downcast, full cutoff fixture(s)
• Pole height similar to any existing poles
• No light impacts or spill-over to adjacent properties
22. A covered outdoor break area in the rear yard shall be provided for guests of the facility.
Facility staff shall monitor the use of this area to ensure that guests do not cause excessive
noise, littering, or other nuisance impacts.
23. The grounds shall be cleared of litter and debris daily, and the site shall be kept in a neat
and clean condition.
24. Facility staff shall respond to complaints from neighbors within 48 hours. Staff contact
information shall be posted at the front entrance. Any complaints and corresponding action
taken to resolve the complaints shall be tracked and maintained in the facility's office for
review by City staff if needed.
Draft Conditions of Approval
Major Use Permit and Parking Variance
Nor-Cal Christian Ministries Center for Hope
150 Luce Avenue
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25. The facility shall be limited to a maximum occupancy rate of 24 people at any one time. The
hours of operation shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
� A dedication of avigation easement or a Deed Notice shall be recorded and a copy of the
recorded document shall be provided to the Community Development Department prior to
operation of the facility.
Draft Conditions of Approval
Major Use Permit and Parking Variance
Nor-Cal Christian Ministries Center for Hope
150 Luce Avenue
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