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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10.24.2023 Agend Packet SB343October 24, 2023 Dublin Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 1 Council Chamber 100 Civic Center Plaza Dublin, CA 94568 REVISED AGENDA Regular Meeting of the DUBLIN PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 24, 2023 Location: City Council Chamber 100 Civic Plaza Dublin, CA 94568 Regular Meeting 7:00 PM Additional Meeting Procedures Regular Planning Commission Meetings will be livestreamed on the City's website beginning at 7:00 p.m. at www.dublin.ca.gov/planningmeetings. For the convenience of the City and as a courtesy to the public, members of the public who wish to offer comments electronically have the option of giving public comment via Zoom, subject to the following procedures: □ Fill out an online speaker slip available at https://dublin.ca.gov/83/Planning- Commission. The speaker slip will be made available at 10:00 a.m. on the morning of the meeting. Upon submission, you will receive the Zoom link information. Speakers slips will be accepted until the public comment period ends, or until the public comment period on non-agenda items is closed. □ Once connected to the Zoom platform using the Zoom link information provided, the public speaker will be added to the Zoom webinar as an attendee and muted. The speaker will be able to observe the meeting from the Zoom platform. □ When the agenda item upon which the individual would like to comment is addressed, the recording secretary will announce the speaker in the meeting when it is their time to give public comment. The speaker will then be unmuted to give public comment via Zoom. □ Technical difficulties may occur that make the option unavailable, and, in such event, the meeting will continue despite the inability to provide the option. 1 October 24, 2023 Dublin Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 2 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 Public Comment At this time, the public is permitted to address the Planning Commission on non- agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your name for the record. COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The Planning Commission may respond to statements made or questions asked, or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Any member of the public may contact the Planning Division related to the proper procedure to place an item on a future Planning Commission agenda. The exceptions under which the Planning Commission MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3). 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature and are considered for approval by the Planning Commission with one single action. Members of the audience, Staff or the Planning Commission who would like an item removed from the Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the Chair to remove the item. 4.1 Approval of the September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Draft Minutes of the September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting. Staff Report Attachment 1 - Draft Minutes of September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting 5. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION 6. PUBLIC HEARING 6.1 St. Raymond Church Foodbank Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit (PLPA-2023-00015) The applicant, St. Raymond Church, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a foodbank on-site, which distributes donated food on up to two non-consecutive Saturdays per month to local individuals and families in need. The request also includes approval of a Site Development Review Permit for the construction of a 1,200-square- foot accessory structure that would store donated dry-goods and provide preparation space for distribution of goods. The foodbank would be operated by St. Raymond’s staff 2 October 24, 2023 Dublin Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 3 and volunteers. The Planning Commission will also consider a categorial exemption from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conduct a public hearing, deliberate and adopt the Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit for a Foodbank at St. Raymond Church. Staff Report Attachment 1 - Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit for a Foodbank at St. Raymond Church Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to Attachment 1 - Written Description Attachment 3 - Exhibit B to Attachment 1 - St. Raymond Foodbank Project Plans SB 343 6.2 Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments – Parking Requirements (PLPA-2023- 00019) The Planning Commission will consider and make a recommendation to the City Council regarding Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments to eliminate parking requirements in the Downtown. The proposed amendments would implement recent changes in state law and the recommendations of the Urban Land Institute to relax parking requirements in the Downtown. The proposed amendments extend beyond the one-half mile radius of the BART Station required by state law to include all properties within the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conduct the public hearing, deliberate and adopt the Resolution recommending that the City Council approve the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments to eliminate parking requirements in the Retail District, Transit-Oriented District and Village Parkway District. Staff Report Attachment 1 - Planning Commission Resolution Recommending the City Council Approve the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendment Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to Attachment 1 - City Council Resolution Amending the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Attachment 3 - DDSP Amendments - Redlined Pages 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. NEW BUSINESS 9. OTHER BUSINESS Brief information only reports from Planning Commission and/or Staff, including committee reports and reports by Planning Commission related to meetings attended at City expense (AB1234). 10. ADJOURNMENT This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) 3 October 24, 2023 Dublin Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda 4 If requested, pursuant to Government Code Section 54953.2, this agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132) (ADA, and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation, please contact the City Clerk’s Office (925) 833-6650 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. 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Mission The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe and secure environment, fosters new opportunities, provides equity across all programs, and champions a culture of diversity and inclusion. 4 STAFF REPORT Planning Commission Page 1 of 1 Agenda Item 4.1 DATE:October 24, 2023 TO:Planning Commission SUBJECT:Approval of the September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Prepared by: Cathy Wells, Senior Office Assistant EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Draft Minutes of the September 12, 2023Planning Commission Meeting. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Minutes of the September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting. DESCRIPTION: The Planning Commission will consider approval of the minutes of the September 12, 2023Regular Planning Commission Meeting. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: None NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: The Planning Commission Agenda was posted. ATTACHMENTS: 1) Draft Minutes of September 12, 2023 Planning Commission Meeting 5 MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN Regular Meeting: September 12, 2023 DUBLIN PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 1 REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 Attachment 1 A Regular Meeting of the Dublin Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Jeff Baker, Community Development Director. 1. Call to Order Attendee Name Title Status Renata Tyler Planning Commission Chair Absent Stephen Wright Planning Commission Vice Chair Absent Catheryn Grier Planning Commissioner Present Janine Thalblum Planning Commissioner Present Matthew Aini Planning Commissioner Present Wahida Rashid Alternate Planning Commissioner Present Nicholas Ochoa Alternate Planning Commissioner Present In absence of the chair and vice chair the Planning Commissioners voted for an alternate chair to run the meeting. On a motion by Commissioner Grier, seconded by Commissioner Aini and by unanimous vote, the Planning Commission selected Commissioner Thalblum to be the alternate chair for the meeting. RESULT:ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVED BY:Catheryn Grier SECOND:Matthew Aini AYES: Matthew Aini, Catheryn Grier, Nicholas Ochoa, Janine Thalblum, Wahida Rashid 2. Pledge of Allegiance The pledge of allegiance was recited by the Planning Commission and Staff. 3. Oral Communications 3.1. Public Comment –None 6 DUBLIN PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 4. Consent Calendar 4.1.Approve the Minutes of the August 22, 2023,Planning Commission Meeting RESULT:ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVED BY:Catheryn Grier SECOND:Nicholas Ochoa AYES:Matthew Aini, Catheryn Grier, Janine Thalblum, Nicholas Ochoa, Wahida Rashid 5.Written Communication –None 6.Public Hearing 6.1 Downtown Dublin Preferred Vision Implementation General Plan and Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments Jeff Baker,Community Development Director, introduced Amy Million, Principal Planner. Amy Million, Principal Planner, gave a presentation and answered questions posed by the Commissioners. Alternate Chair Thalblum opened the public hearing. Upon receiving no public comment, Alternate Chair Thalblum closed the public hearing. On a motion by Commissioner Aini, seconded by Commissioner Grier and by unanimous vote, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 23-07 “Recommending that the City Council amend the General Plan and Downtown Dublin Specific Plan to increase the residential development potential by 465 units, decrease the non-residential square footage permitted by 300,000 square feet, increase the height and floor area ratio in “The Core” area of the Retail District and amend the design standards and allowable uses.” 7 DUBLIN PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 RESULT:ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVED BY:Matthew Aini SECOND:Catheryn Grier AYES: Matthew Aini, Catheryn Grier, Nicholas Ochoa, Janine Thalblum, Wahida Rashid 6.2 Quarry Lane Performing Arts Center (PLPA-2021-00041 Jeff Baker, Community Development Director, gave a presentation and answered questions posed by the Commissioners. Alternate Chair Thalblum opened the public hearing. Jaz Hayer gave public comment. Niket Vakharia gave public comment. Diya Jain gave public comment. Poluk Sharma gave public comment. Alternate Chair Thalblum closed the public hearing. On a motion by Alternate Commissioner Ochoa, seconded by Alternate Commissioner Rashid and by unanimous vote, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 23- 08 “Recommending the City Council adopt a resolution approving a supplemental mitigated negative declaration, adopt an ordinance amending a Planned Development Zoning District with related Stage 1 and stage 2 Development Plans, and adopt a resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit and site development review permit for a new Performing Arts Center at the Quarry Lane School 6237 & 6363 Tassajara Road” with the addition of the Design Set Plans dated December 10, 2021 in Exhibit A to Exhibit C, and with the following additional Condition of Approval: “The applicant shall work with Staff to ensure the new driveway is designed to facilitate right-in-only vehicle movements from Tassajara Road.” RESULT:ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVED BY:Nicholas Ochoa SECOND:Wahida Rashid AYES: Matthew Aini, Catheryn Grier, Nicholas Ochoa, Janine Thalblum, Wahida Rashid 8 DUBLIN PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 4 REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 7. Unfinished Business –None 8. New Business –None 9. Other Business –None 10. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned by Alternate Chairperson Thalblum at 7:48 PM. Planning Commission Chairperson ATTEST: Jeff Baker Community Development Director 9 STAFF REPORT Planning Commission Page 1 of 5 Agenda Item 6.1 DATE:October 24, 2023 TO:Planning Commission SUBJECT:St. Raymond Church Foodbank Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit (PLPA-2023-00015) Prepared by: Allison Schuster, Assistant Planner EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The applicant, St. Raymond Church, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a foodbank on-site, which distributes donated food on up to two non-consecutive Saturdays per month to local individuals and families in need. The request also includes approval of a Site Development Review Permit for the construction of a 1,200-square-foot accessory structure that would store donated dry-goods and provide preparation space for distribution of goods. The foodbank would be operated by St. Raymond’s staff and volunteers. The Planning Commission will also consider a categorial exemption from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Conduct a public hearing, deliberate and adopt the Resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit for a foodbank at St. RaymondChurch. DESCRIPTION: Background St. Raymond Church was established at its current nine-acre location, 11555 Shannon Avenue, in 1966. The site is currently developed with five buildings: a church, a rectory, a parish hall (Moran Hall), one elementary school building for grades K-8, and one preschool building. In addition, the site includes two outdoor playground areas for elementary and preschool students, and a large grass field. The primary parking lot is located east of the existing church and Moran Hall. A smaller parking lot is located on thewestern peripheryof the siteandis used for staff parking during school hours or overflow parking during church masses and community events. A summary of the permit history of St. Raymond Church is provided in the table below. 10 Page 2 of 5 Table 1 – St Raymond Church Permit History Planning Permit Number Permit Type Scope of Work Approval Date C-1555 CUP Established church and rectory 08/04/1965 C-3126 CUP Expansion of the church with construction of new chapel, addition to rectory, remodel parish hall, and addition of parking 08/11/1976 PA 85-089 CUP/SDR Established St. Raymond’s Parish School serving grades K-8 in portable classrooms 02/18/1986 PA 86-061 CUP Approved use existing of the existing parish hall for a kindergarten class and other school functions 07/07/1986 PA 87-088 CUP Continued use of parish hall and portable building for elementary school uses 07/06/1987 PA 93-022 CUP/SDR Construction of a new parish center and classroom building, and expansion of community facility use 06/07/1993 PA-98- 021 SDR Addition to parish hall to consolidate parish, school, and church offices and meeting rooms into one location and remove portable buildings on site 04/10/1998 PLPA- 2015- 00043 Amend CUP and new SDR Construction of a new classroom building for kindergarten and preschool 12/08/2015 The project site has a General Plan land use designation of Public/Semi-Public and is located within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) zoning district.Thesurrounding land uses includesingle-family residential neighborhoods to the east, west and south, and north of the site is Shannon Park and Shannon Community Center as shown in Figure 1. 11 Page 3 of 5 Figure 1. Project LocationandSurrounding Land Uses Proposed Project St. Raymond Church has been distributing food to residents for approximately 35 years, utilizing an existing kitchen and storage pantry in Moran Hall. What began years ago as a small-scale informal operation has blossomed into a monthly distribution of goods to over 270 people. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, foodbank staff observed a sustained increase in the demand for assistance and determined that additional space was needed to store and package fooditemsto meet local demand. Refer to Attachment 2 for a written description of the proposed project. As a result, the Church is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to formally establish the use, and a Site Development Review Permit (SDR) to construct a 1,200-square-foot accessory building to accommodate the physical operations of the foodbank. The proposed accessory building would occupy a portion of an existing parking lot, directly east of Moran Hall, as provided in the proposed site plan (Attachment 3, Sheet A0.0). Project Location 12 Page 4 of 5 Analysis Conditional Use Permit A CUP enables the City to place conditions of approval on a project to ensure that the operating characteristics are compatible with surrounding uses. The proposed project has been reviewed for issues related to operating characteristics and parking. Conditionsof approval have been placedon the project, where appropriate, to ensure compatibility with the surrounding uses. As an extension of the Church’s activities, the foodbank falls within the definition of Community Facility Use Type, which is permitted with a CUP. The Church currently plans to distribute food on one Saturday per month. However, the conditions of approval would allow the foodbank to distribute goods on up to two non-consecutive Saturdays per month, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. A maximum of 15 volunteers would also be on-site on the Thursday and Friday prior to a distribution day,from 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. to receive donations and package foodboxes.The peak operating hours for the proposed foodbank have limited overlap with other activities at the Church and do not pose a conflict with the peak operating hours of other Church functions. Access to the project site is provided bytwo existing driveways on Shannon Avenue. Both driveways are fully improved and provide vehicular access to the site. The applicant is not proposing any changes to the existing site circulation. On distribution Saturdays, foodbank volunteers will direct incoming vehicles to temporary loading areas. Drivers will remain in their vehicles while volunteers load food boxes into the vehicles. Volunteers will then direct vehicles to exit promptly using the drive aisle as shown on the circulation plan (Attachment 3, Sheet 1.0). The site has a total of 244 parking spaces, and it has a mix of uses that vary in times of operation. The parking lot is underutilized and there is limited overlap of uses on-site during the proposed operating hours for the foodbank. The seven parking spaces that would be displaced by theaddition of the accessory structure would be relocated to the eastern boundary of the parcel. Therefore, no parking spaces would be lost. Should parking or circulation become an issue in the future, a condition of approval is included that would allow the use to be revisited to mitigate any parking concerns (Condition #17). Site Development Review The 1,200-square-foot accessory building is rectangular in shape, with a cement plaster exterior painted to match the colors of the existing building. The structure also includes several windows located along the eastern façade facing the parking lot. Itwould be accessible by two doorways and one roll-up door (Attachment 3, Sheet 3.01). No changes to the existing landscaping are proposed. The proposed structure would be approximately 225 feet from the nearest public pedestrian path along San Ramon Road and would not be visible from the public right-of-way. CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE: The proposed use and the related accessory building are consistent with the General Plan land use designation of Public/Semi-PublicDistrict. The land use designation allowsfor religious institutions that provide community services that benefit the community. The project is alsoconsistent with the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) zoning district, which conditionally permits community facilities, 13 Page 5 of 5 such as a foodbank, pursuant to Dublin Municipal Code (DMC) Section 8.12.050 (Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Land Uses). ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with the State CEQA Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and when applicable, environmental documents be prepared. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission find the project categorically exempt from the requirements of CEQA in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities). The project includes a CUP to allow a foodbank within a minor accessory structure, which would be ancillary to the existing church. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH: In accordance with State law, a public notice was mailed to all property owners and occupants within 300 feet of the proposed project to advertise the project and the upcoming public hearing. A public notice also was published in the East Bay Times and posted at several locations throughout the City. A copy of this Staff Report has been provided to the applicant. ATTACHMENTS: 1) Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit for a Foodbank at St. Raymond Church 2) Exhibit A to Attachment 1 – Written Description 3) Exhibit B to Attachment 1 – St. Raymond Foodbank Project Plans 14 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 1 of 14 RESOLUTION NO. 23-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW PERMIT FOR A FOODBANK AT ST. RAYMOND CHURCH (APN 941-0102-001-20) PLPA-2023-00015 WHEREAS,the Applicant, St. Raymond Church, proposes to operate a foodbank to distribute food to community members in need on up to two non-consecutive Saturdays per month and to construct a 1,200-square-foot accessory structure for storage and preparation of donated goods. The proposed foodbank structure would be located in an existing parking lot adjacent to the parish hall. Requested approvals include a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit. These planning and implementing actions are collectively known as the “St. Raymond Church Foodbank” or the “Project;” and WHEREAS,the Project is located at St. Raymond Church, 11555 Shannon Avenue, west of San Ramon Road (APN 941-0102-001-20); and WHEREAS, the Project site has a General Plan land use designation of Public/Semi-Public Facility and is located in the R-1 zoning district, and contains existing conditionally permitted Community Facilities, such as a place of worship, a preschool, and an elementary school; and WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with the State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and WHEREAS, the proposed project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), as the Project proposes a foodbank use within a minor accessory structure, which would be ancillary to the existing church; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report, dated October 24, 2023, and incorporated herein by reference, described and analyzed the Project, including the CEQA exemption; and WHEREAS,the Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing on the Project on October 24, 2023, at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard; and WHEREAS,the Planning Commission did hear and use independent judgment and considered all said reports, recommendations, and testimony hereinabove set forth. 15 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 2 of 14 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding the Conditional Use Permit: A.The proposed use and related structures are compatible with other land uses, transportation and service facilities in the vicinity in that:1) the Project is located on a parcel that is developed with existing Community Facility uses, such as a church, preschool, and elementary school; 2) the foodbank provides a service to the greater Tri-Valley community and is limited to a maximum of two Saturdays per month for food distribution and four weekdays per month for deliveries and preparations, which do not conflict with other uses on the site; 3) the accessory foodbank structure exterior design (colors and materials) are consistent with the existing buildings on site; 4) the accessory foodbank structure is not visible from any public right-of-way; 5) the Project site is accessible from two existing driveways on Shannon Avenue; and 6) Conditions of Approval have been applied to the Project to ensure on-going compatibility with the Project’s surroundings. B.It will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare in that:1) the Project will conform to all applicable regulations contained in the Dublin Zoning Ordinance; and 2) Conditions of Approval have been applied to the Project to ensure on-going compatibility with the Project’s surroundings. C.It will not be injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood in that: 1) the Project will be located over 250 feet away from the nearest neighboring residential properties, on a portion of the existing paved parking lot immediately adjacent to the parish hall; and 2) the hours of operation of the foodbank are limited to two Thursdays and Fridays from 7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. per month, and two non- consecutive Saturdays per month from 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. D.There are adequate provisions for public access, water, sanitation, and public utilities and services to ensure that the proposed use and related structures would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare in that:1) access to the site is provided from two existing driveways on Shannon Avenue; 2) the Project frontage is fully improved with existing sidewalks along Shannon Avenue that provide pedestrian access to the Project; 3) the Project will be served by existing public utilities and services; and 4) there continues to be existing Emergency Vehicle Access (EVA) provided around the perimeter of the property. E.The subject site is physically suitable for the type, density and intensity of the use and related structures being proposed in that:1) the Project is located on a nine- acre parcel that is developed with an existing church, preschool, and elementary school, and the foodbank structure is accessory to the church; and 2) the Project is occupying 1,200 square feet of an existing parking lot, which conforms to the development standards of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. 16 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 3 of 14 F.It will not be contrary to the specific intent clauses, development regulations, or performance standards established for the zoning district in which it is located in that:1) the foodbank is considered a Community Facility use ancillary to an existing church and allowed with a Conditional Use Permit approved by the Planning Commission; 2) the seven parking displaced by the accessory structure will be relocated to the east edge of the parking lot, resulting in no loss of parking; and 3) the height of the foodbank structure is within the height limit of 15 feet for accessory structures in the R-1 zoning district. G.It is consistent with the Dublin General Plan and with any applicable Specific Plans in that: 1) the Project site has a General Plan land use designation of Public/Semi- Public Facility and is not subject to any Specific Plans; and 2) the Project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation in so much that the use is ancillary to an existing community facility and serves to provide a community service and benefit to support individuals and families in need. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Dublin Planning Commission does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding the Site Development Review Permit: A.The proposal is consistent with the purposes of Chapter 8.104, with the General Plan, and with any applicable Specific Plans and design guidelines in that: 1) the Project consists of a new rectangular accessory storage building designed with paint colors and materials consistent and compatible with the adjacent community church building (Moran Hall); and 2) the Project complies with the development regulations for accessory structures in the R-1 zoning district and the General Plan land use designation in so much that the structure is ancillary to an existing community facility. B.The proposal is consistent with the provisions of Title 8, Zoning Ordinance in that: 1) a Community Facility is subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Site Development Review (SDR) Permit by the Planning Commission; 2) parking spaces covered by the structure will be relocated resulting in no loss of parking spaces; and 3) the height and setbacks of the structure are in conformance with the accessory structure development standards within the R-1 zoning district. C.The design of the project is appropriate to the City, the vicinity, surrounding properties and the lot in which the project is proposed in that: 1) the Project is located on a nine-acre parcel that is developed with an existing church, preschool, and elementary school which will provide a community service and benefit; 2) the structure is not visible from any public right-of-way; 3) the project is over 250 feet from the nearest neighboring residential property; 4) the Project site is accessible from two existing driveways on Shannon Avenue; and 5) Conditions of Approval have been applied to the Project to ensure on-going compatibility with the Project’s surroundings. 17 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 4 of 14 D.The subject site is suitable for the type and intensity of the approved development in that: 1) the Project is located on a parcel that is developed with existing community facilities and the structure is accessory to the church; and 2) the Project results in no loss of parking spaces. E.Impacts to existing slopes and topographic features are addressed in that: 1) the Project will not impact slopes or topographic features as the Project will be constructed on a fully paved site that is relatively flat and requires no grading. F.Architectural considerations, including character, scale and quality of the design, site layout, the architectural relationship with the site and other buildings, screening of unsightly uses, lighting, building materials and colors and similar elements result in a project that is harmonious with its surroundings and compatible with other development in the vicinity in that: 1) the Project is well designed with colors and materials that will match the existing buildings; 2) the Project is screened from public views; and 3) the scale of the building is appropriate for an accessory storage structure on a large nine-acre community facility site. G.Landscape considerations, including location, type, size, color, texture and coverage of plant materials, and similar elements have been incorporated into the project to ensure visual relief, adequate screening and an attractive environment for the public in that: 1) the Project would be part of an existing site, which has been previously been developed with particular attention to location, design, landscaping, and screening; 2) the Project is screened from public views; 3) the existing landscaping will be protected during construction and any landscaping that is damaged will be replaced; and 4) landscaping is not required for the construction of an accessory structure. H.The site has been adequately designed to ensure proper circulation for bicyclists, pedestrians and automobiles in that:1) no changes to circulation are proposed; and 2) the Project site is accessible via automobile by two driveways on Shannon Avenue while pedestrian and bicycle access is provided via sidewalks along Shannon Avenue. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission does hereby approve the Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review Permit for the St. Raymond Church Foodbank subject to the conditions included below, and other plans, and text relating to this Project. CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL: Unless stated otherwise, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to the issuance of building permits and shall be subject to Planning Division review and approval. The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance of the Conditions of Approval: [PL] Planning; [B] Building; [PO] 18 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 5 of 14 Police; [PW] Public Works; [ADM] Administration/City Attorney; [FIN] Finance; [PCS] Parks and Community Services; [F] Dublin Fire Prevention; [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District; [LDD] Livermore Dublin Disposal; [CO] Alameda County Department of Environmental Health; [Zone 7] Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, Zone 7; [LAVTA] Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority; and [CHS] California Department of Health Services. CONDITION TEXT RESPON. AGENCY WHEN REQUIRED Prior to: PLANNING –GENERAL 1.Approval. This Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Site Development Review Permit (SDR) approval is for the operation of a food bank and the addition of a 1,200- square-foot modular building in the parking lot adjacent to Moran Hall to serve as a foodbank (PLPA-2023- 00015). This approval shall be as generally depicted in the written description, attached as Exhibit A, and indicated on the Project Plans prepared by HKIT Architects, dated received September 21, 2023, attached as Exhibit B and other plans, text, and diagrams relating to this project, and as specified as the following Conditions of Approval for this project. PL On-going 2.Effective Date. This CUP/SDR approval becomes effective 10 days after action by the Planning Commission, unless otherwise appealed by the City Council. PL On-going 3.Permit Expiration. Construction or use shall commence within one (1) year of Permit approval or the CUP/SDR shall lapse and become null and void. If there is a dispute as to whether the CUP or SDR has expired, the City may hold a noticed public hearing to determine the matter. Such a determination may be processed concurrently with revocation proceedings in appropriate circumstances. If the CUP of SDR expires, a new application must be made and processed according to the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. PL One Year After Effective Date 4.Time Extension. The Director of Community Development may, upon the Applicant’s written request for an extension of approval prior to expiration, and upon the determination that any Conditions of Approval remain adequate to assure that applicable findings of approval will continue to be met, grant a time extension of approval for a period not to exceed 12 months. The Director of Community Development may grant a maximum of two extensions of approval, and additional extensions may be granted by the original decision maker. PL Prior to Expiration Date 19 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 6 of 14 5.Compliance. The Applicant/Property Owner shall operate this use in compliance with the Conditions of Approval of this CUP/SDR, the approved plans, and the regulations established in the Zoning Ordinance. PL On-going 6.Modifications. Modifications or changes to this CUP or SDR approval may be considered by the Community Development Director if the modifications or changes proposed comply with Dublin Municipal Code (DMC) Section 8.100.080. PL On-going 7.Revocation of Permit. The CUP and SDR approval shall be revocable for cause in accordance with DMC Section 8.96.020.I. Any violation of the terms or conditions of this permit shall be subject to citation. PL On-going 8.Required Permits. The Applicant/ Property Owner shall obtain all permits required by other agencies including, but not limited to the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Zone 7, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Army Corps of Engineers, Regional Water Quality Control Board, Caltrans, and Alameda County Health Department and provide copies of the permits to the Public Works Department. PW Building Permit Issuance and Grading Permit Issuance 9.Fees. The Applicant/ Property Owner shall pay all applicable fees in effect at the time of building permit issuance, including, but not limited to, Planning fees, Building fees, Traffic Impact Fees, TVTC fees, Dublin San Ramon Services District fees, Public Facilities fees, Dublin Unified School District School Impact fees, Fire Facilities Impact fees, Alameda County Flood and Water Conservation District (Zone 7) Drainage and Water Connection fees; or any other fee that may be adopted and applicable. Various Building Permit Issuance 10.Indemnification. Applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Dublin and its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Dublin or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the City of Dublin or its advisory agency, appeal board, Planning Commission, City Council, Community Development Director, Zoning Administrator, or any other department, committee, or agency of the City ; provided, however, that the Applicant's duty to so defend, indemnify, and hold harmless shall be subject to the City's promptly notifying the Applicant of any said claim, action, or proceeding and the City's full cooperation in the defense of such actions or proceedings. ADM On-going 20 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 7 of 14 11.Clarification of Conditions.In the event that there needs to be clarification to the Conditions of Approval, the Director of Community Development and the City Engineer have the authority to clarify the intent of these Conditions of Approval to the Applicant/Developer without going to a public hearing. The Director of Community Development and the City Engineer also have the authority to make minor modifications to these conditions without going to a public hearing in order for the Applicant/Property Owner to fulfill needed improvements or mitigations resulting from impacts to this project. PL, PW On-going 12.Clean-Up. The Applicant/Property Owner shall maintain the area in a clean and orderly manner at all times and shall be responsible for monitoring the area to maintain a safe, clean, and litter-free site. PL On-going 13.Controlling Activities. Applicant/Property Owner shall control all activities on the project site so as not to create a nuisance to the existing or surrounding businesses and residences. PL On-going PLANNING –PROJECT SPECIFIC CONDITIONS 14.Hours of Operation.The approved hours of operation to prepare goods shall be 7:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M., Thursday and Fridaythe week of distribution. Distribution of goods may occur up to two Saturdays per month, from 7:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. within the designated area indicated on the Project Plans. Operations shall not coincide or conflict with church or school activities. Adjustments to the hours of operation may be approved by the Director of Community Development provided that operations do not conflict with other activities occurring on-site. PL On-going 15.Deliveries and Distribution. Delivery of goods to the foodbank shall be limited to the hours of operation. Foodbank staff shall be present to receive deliveries and distribute goods. PL On-going 16.Storage. All foodbank goods shall be stored securely inside the foodbank building or Moran Hall. No goods shall be stored or left unattended outdoors. PL On-going 17.Circulation and Parking. Loading and unloading of food goods shall take place on-site and shall not block traffic circulation or parking of school or church vehicles. Foodbank staff and recipients shall park in the areas designated for pick-up and/or volunteers as identified in the Project Plans to minimize conflicts with church and school operations on site. PL On-going 21 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 8 of 14 If operation of this use results in conflicts pertaining to circulation or parking, at the discretion of the Community Development Director, this CUP may be referred to the Planning Commission for subsequent review at a public hearing. If necessary, the Planning Commission may modify or add Conditions of Approval to mitigate such impacts. 18.Outdoor Events. Events which are outside normal foodbank activities shall be subject to the Temporary Use Permit requirements contained in the City of Dublin Municipal Code, specifically Section 8.108.020. PL On-going 19.Noise. Outdoor activities shall be controlled so as not to create unusual or unnecessary noise that may disturb or annoy any reasonable person of normal sensitivity living or working in the vicinity. PL On-going 20.Temporary Signs.Temporary Signs, including but not limited to, banner signs and balloons, are subject to compliance with Chapter 8.84 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance and require a Zoning Clearance from the Planning Division prior to installation. PL On-going 21.Permanent Signage. All permanent signage shall conform to Chapter 8.84 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance at all times. PL On-going 22.Alameda County Health Approval. Applicant/Property Owner shall obtain all required permits and licenses from Alameda County Health Department prior to commencement of the use, and shall maintain said permits and/or licenses at all times while the use is operating. PL On-going FIRE PREVENTION 23.No fire service lines shall pass beneath buildings.F Approval of Improvement Plans 24.Fire Hydrants. All existing and proposed fire hydrants shall comply with the requirements in CFC 507.5. F Approval of Improvement Plans 25.Fire Access During Construction. a.Fire Access. Access roads, turnaround, pullouts, and fire operation areas are fire lanes and shall be maintained clear and free of obstructions, including the parking of vehicles. b.Entrances.Entrances to job sites shall not be blocked, including after hours, other than by approved gates/barriers that provide for emergency access. F During Construction 22 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 9 of 14 c.Site Utilities.Site utilities that would require the access road to be dug up or made impassible shall be installed prior to construction commencing. d. Entrance flare, angle of departure, width, turning radii, grades, turnaround, vertical clearances, road surface, bridges/crossings, gates/key-switch, within a 150-foot distance to Fire Lane shall be maintained. Personnel Access. Route width, slope, surface and obstructions must be considered for the approved route to furthermost portion of the exterior wall. 26.Fire Extinguishers. Extinguishers shall be visible and unobstructed. Signage shall be provided to indicate fire extinguisher locations. The number and location of extinguishers shall be shown on the plans. Additional fire extinguishers maybe required by the fire inspector. Fire extinguisher shall meet a minimum classification of 2A 10BC. Extinguishers weighing 40 pounds or less shall be mounted no higher than 5 feet above the floor measured to the top of the extinguisher. Extinguishers shall be inspected monthly and serviced by a licensed concern annually. F Occupancy 27.Building Key Box. Building Access. A Fire Department Key Box shall be installed at the main entrance to the Building. Note these locations on the plans. The key box should be installed approximately 5 1/2 feet above grade. The box shall be sized to hold the master key to the facility. The key box door and necessary keys are to be provided to the fire inspector upon the final inspection. The inspector will then lock the keys into the box. F Occupancy 28.Means of Egress. Exit signs shall be visible and illuminated with emergency lighting when building is occupied. F Occupancy 29.Interior Finish. Wall and ceiling interior finish material shall meet the requirements of Chapter 8 of the California Fire Code. Interior finishes will be field verified upon final inspection. If the product is not field marked and the marking visible for inspection, maintain the products cut- sheets and packaging that show proof of the products flammability and flame-spread ratings. Decorative materials shall be fire retardant. F Occupancy 30.General Inspection. Upon inspection of the work for which this submittal was provided, a general inspection of the business and site will be conducted. F Occupancy 23 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 10 of 14 31.Addressing. Addressing shall be illuminated or in an illuminated area. The address characters shall be contrasting to their background. If address is placed on glass, the numbers shall be on the exterior of the glass and a contrasting background placed behind the numbers. Building Address. The building shall be provided with all addresses or the assigned address range so as to be clearly visible from either direction of travel on the street the address references. The address characters shall not be less than 5 inches in height by 1-inch stroke. Larger sizes may be necessary depending on the setbacks and visibility. F Occupancy of any building 32.Fire Safety During Construction and Demolition a. Clearance to combustibles from temporary heating devices shall be maintained. Devices shall be fixed in place and protected from damage, dislodgement or overturning in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. b. Smoking shall be prohibited except in approved areas. Signs shall be posted “NO SMOKING” in a conspicuous location in each structure or location in which smoking is prohibited. c. Combustible debris, rubbish and waste material shall be removed from buildings at the end of each shift of work. d. Flammable and combustible liquid storage areas shall be maintained clear of combustible vegetation and waste materials. F Ongoing during construction and demolition PUBLIC WORKS –GENERAL CONDITIONS 33.Standard General Notes. Standard General Notes and project specific notes shall be shown on the construction drawing set in accordance with current Public Works standards. PW Approval of Improvement Plans 34.Compliance. Applicant/Developer shall comply with the Subdivision Map Act, the City of Dublin Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances, City of Dublin Title 7 Public Works Ordinance, which includes the Grading Ordinance, the City of Dublin Public Works Standards and Policies, the most current requirements of the State Code Title 24 and the Americans with Disabilities Act with regard to accessibility, and all building and fire codes and ordinances in effect at the time of building permit. All public improvements constructed by Applicant/Developer and to be dedicated to the City are hereby identified as “public works” under Labor Code section 1771. Accordingly, Applicant/Developer, in PW On-going 24 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 11 of 14 constructing such improvements, shall comply with the Prevailing Wage Law (Labor Code. Sects. 1720 and following). PUBLIC WORKS-SUBMITTALS 37.Improvement Plan Submittal Requirements.All submittals of plans shall comply with the requirements of the “City of Dublin Public Works Department Improvement Plan Submittal Requirements”, the “City of Dublin Improvement Plan Review Check List,” and current Public Works and industry standards. A complete submittal of improvement plans shall include all civil improvements, on-site safety lighting, and all associated documents as required. Applicant/Developer shall not piecemeal the submittal by submitting various components separately. PW Grading Permit Issuance 38.Improvement Plan Requirements from Other Agencies. Applicant will be responsible for submittals and reviews to obtain the approvals of all participating non-City agencies, including but not limited to: the Alameda County Fire Department and the Dublin San Ramon Services District. PW Grading Permit Issuance PUBLIC WORKS -CONSTRUCTION 39.Erosion Control Implementation. The Erosion and Sediment Control Plan shall be implemented between October 1st and April 30th unless otherwise allowed in writing by the City Engineer. The Applicant/Developer will be responsible for maintaining erosion and sediment control measures for one year following the City’s acceptance of the improvements. a. An Erosion and Sediment Control Plan will be required to be submitted with the Building Permit plans. At a minimum, the Clean Bay Blueprint Plan should be included with the plans. https://www.dublin.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/13531 /Clean-Bay-Plan-Sheet-COD-2016?bidId= PW Start of Construction and On-going 40.Traffic Control Plan. Closing of any existing pedestrian pathway and/or sidewalk during construction shall be implemented through a City approved Traffic Control Plan and shall be done with the goal of minimizing the impact on pedestrian circulation. PW Start of Construction Implementatio n, and On- going as needed 41.Construction Activities. Construction activities, including the idling, maintenance, and warming up of equipment, shall be limited to Monday through Friday, and non-City holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. except as otherwise approved by the City Engineer. Extended hours or Saturday work will be PW Start of Construction and On-going 25 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 12 of 14 considered by the City Engineer on a case-by-case basis. Note that the construction hours of operation within the public right-of-way are more restrictive. 42.Temporary Fencing. Temporary construction fencing shall be installed along the construction work perimeter to separate the construction area from the public. All construction activities shall be confined within the fenced area. Construction materials and/or equipment shall not be operated/stored outside of the fenced area or within the public right-of-way unless approved in advance by the City Engineer. PW Start of Construction and On-going 43.Construction Noise Management Plan. Applicant/Developer shall prepare a construction noise management plan that identifies measures to minimize construction noise on surrounding developed properties. The plan shall include hours of construction operation, use of mufflers on construction equipment, speed limit for construction traffic, haul routes and identify a noise monitor. Specific noise management measures shall be provided prior to project construction. PW Start of Construction Implementatio n, and On- going as needed 44.Construction Traffic and Parking. All construction- related parking shall be off-street in an area provided by the Applicant/Developer. Construction traffic and parking shall be provided in a manner approved by the City Engineer. PW Start of Construction and On-going 45.Dust Control/Street Sweeping. Applicant/Developer shall provide adequate dust control measures at all times during the grading and hauling operations. All trucks hauling export and import materials shall be provided with tarp cover at all times. Spillage of haul materials and mud-tracking on the haul routes shall be prevented at all times. The Applicant/Developer shall be responsible for sweeping of streets within, surrounding and adjacent to the project if it is determined that the tracking or accumulation of material on the streets is due to its construction activities. PW Start of Construction Implementatio n, and On- going as needed 46.Damage/Repairs. Applicant shall be responsible for remediation of the adjacent public streets, damaged by any construction activity (including utility trench cuts), as determined by the City Engineer. Remediation may include pavement treatment such as a slurry seal or a grind and overlay. PW Prior to Occupancy PUBLIC WORKS –SPECIAL CONDITIONS 47.Public Works Standard Notes. Applicant shall add the following Public Works Standard Notes to the construction plans when they are submitted for building permit: PW On Going 26 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 13 of 14 a. Existing public improvements that are damaged by the project construction shall be repaired or replaced. b. Erosion and sediment control facilities shall be installed prior to October 1 and shall be maintained daily until April 30. These facilities shall control and contain erosion-caused silt deposits and provide for the safe discharge of silt-free storm waters into existing storm drain facilities. Erosion and sediment control supplies must be kept on-site during the dry season and employed, as necessary prior to and during rain events. c. The contractor shall submit a completed Urban Runoff Requirement Acknowledgement form to the Public Works Department prior to any construction activity. The form can be downloaded from the following webpage: http://dublin.ca.gov/1656/Development-Permits--- Stormwater-Require d. An encroachment permit will be required for any construction activity within a public street right of way, which includes any temporary storage of materials. 48.Stormwater Treatment -Trash Capture Devices. The project must include appropriate full trash capture devices for both private and public improvements. Specific details on the trash capture devices selected are required on the construction plan set demonstrating how MRP Provision C.10 (trash capture) requirements are met. A list of approved full trash capture devices may be found at the California Stormwater Quality Association website at the following link: https://www.casqa.org/resources/trash/certified-full- capture-system-trash-treatment-control-devices. Please note that lead time for trash capture device delivery can be substantial. The applicant/contractor shall plan accordingly. Final location and model/type of trash capture device(s) shall be as approved by Public Works Department during plan review process. PW Prior to Occupancy 49.O&M Agreement. The requirements of Provision C.3.h of the Municipal Regional Stormwater NPDES Permit, Order No. R2-2022-0018, require the property owner to enter into an Agreement with the City of Dublin to provide verification and assurance that all treatment devices will be properly operated and maintained and to guarantee the owner’s perpetual maintenance obligation for all PW Prior to Occupancy 27 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item 6.1, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 14 of 14 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24 th day of October, 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Planning Commission Chair ATTEST: Assistant Community Development Director storm drain inlet filters installed as part of the project. The Agreement shall be recorded against the property and shall run with the land. DUBLIN SAN RAMON SERVICES DISTRICT 50.Development Project Regulations. The regulations that apply to development projects are codified in the Dublin San Ramon Services District Code; the DSRSD “Standard Procedures, Specifications and Drawings for Design and Installation of Water and Wastewater Facilities” as amended from time to time; all applicable DSRSD Master Plans; and all DSRSD policies. Prior to issuance of any building permit, complete improvement plans shall be submitted to DSRSD that conform to the pertinent documents. DSRSD On-going 51.Fees. Planning and review fees, inspection fees, and fees associated with a wastewater discharge permit shall be paid to DSRSD in accordance with the rates and schedules and at time of payment as established in the DSRSD Code. Planning and review fees are due after the 1st submittal of plans. Construction Permit and Inspection Fees are due prior to the issuance of a Construction Permit. Capacity Reserve Fees are due before the water meter can be set or the connection to the sewer system. DSRSD On-going 28 Attachment 2 ST. RAYMOND CATHOLIC CHURCH, DUBLIN, CA 11555 Shannon Ave. Dublin, CA 94568 Parish office: 925-828-2460 Fax: 925-828-8610 Maggie Ringle, Food Bank Director maggie@srcdublin.org (925) 574-7413 Food Bank Operation Description OVERVIEW For more than 35 years, St. Raymond’s Catholic Church in Dublin has been operating a food bank to help alleviate hunger in our East Bay communities, including Contra Costa and Alameda counties, distributing food to needy seniors, veterans, and families. Since 2016 we have served more than 30,000 people. In 2020 and 2021 we distributed over 6,000 boxes. We expect to distribute 4,500 food boxes just in 2022, a reflection of growing food insecurity that has worsened since the pandemic began and the subsequent economic downturn is squeezing families. The service is available to the general public but is used primarily by residents of Dublin or other communities in the Tri-Valley. HOW THE FOOD BANK OPERATES Currently, food is distributed monthly on the 3rd Saturday of each month to more than 245 people including 25 homebound local senior and veteran clients each month. Food boxes contain nutritional U.S.D.A. dry good food items that we receive monthly through our partnership with the Alameda Food Bank, plus bags containing baked goods, produce, frozen protein such as chicken, fish, hamburger, pork loin and much more. Boxes of food for distribution are made up the week before the distribution by volunteers using the stored products. Storage and box preparation are currently located in the Parish hall. While this setup worked during the pandemic, while other Parish activities were curtailed, the hall is seeing increased demand as the pandemic winds down. In order to eliminate thus ongoing conflict, it is proposed to move the Food Bank operations to a new building adjoining the hall. HOURS OF OPERATION We are open every 3rd Saturday of the month from 8:00 am – 11:00 am Volunteers will also be on site from 7 am – 6 pm the Thursday and Friday before distribution. Up to 15 volunteers are on site during these times. FOOD BANK DIRECTOR & STAFF Maggie Ringle is on the parish staff and has been our Food Bank Director for the past 30 years, overseeing the entire operation, including fundraising, partnerships, volunteer staff, food distribution, as well as charting the food bank’s growth to respond to growing food insecurity 29 here. A core team consisting of 4 volunteers help direct the over 35 volunteers in creating the food boxes and on distribution day. CLIENT INTERACTION We serve mostly the Tri Valley area including Dublin, Pleasanton, San Ramon. We occasionally have clients out of the area but not on a regular basis. They are usually city residents. Clients drive through the parking lot and into a parking spot designated for food box pick-up. At that point a volunteer reaches out to the client for their name. The name is crossed referenced with the client list and the information on how many boxes this client will received is communicated to the volunteers distributing the boxes. Depending on the size of the family each family will receive 1 box for a family of 1-2, 2 boxes for a family of 3-4, and 3 boxes for a family over 5. A bag of produce, bakery goods and frozen protein are also given to each client. FOOD DELIVERY Every 3rd Friday of the month between 700AM & 1100AM the Alameda County Food Bank sends 1 truck to deliver between 3-4 pallets of dry goods. 1-2 pallets of frozen protein, and 4 pallets of fresh produce to be used for filling the food boxes and creating the produce bags. The pallets are immediately unloaded by a waiting crew of volunteers. Any wrapping or other material used to ship the food is collected and disposed of in the adjoining trash enclosure. This process is completed within 30 minutes. The 3rd Friday before distribution, the food bank also receives baked goods, pastries, and bread from our partnership with Lucky in San Ramon, and Safeway in Dublin. These products are immediately bagged for distribution by volunteers and stored for one night. Any spoilable products not distributed the following morning are removed from the site or returned to the freezer or refrigerator. ITEMS TO BE STOCKED We offer 30 different nonperishable items stocked in our storage room in the hall. Items such as cereal, mac & cheese, pasta, pasta sauce, stew, canned tuna, rice, soups, mashed potatoes, chili, beans, pancake mix, peanut butter, shelf-stable milk, canned vegetables, canned fruit, top ramen, dried fruit, walnuts, pistachios, boxed dessert mix, canned chicken, spam, jelly, boxed juice, crackers, boxed muffin mix, cup-o-noodles, canned yams, etc. FOOD STORAGE The nonperishable food is currently housed in an 800 square foot room in the hall, as well as a 20’ storage container located outside the hall.Food is stored in crates stacked on pallets. The frozen product is stored in a 3 door commercial freezer located in a separate room in the hall. Cheese, yogurt, eggs and other perishable foods are stored in a 2 door commercial refrigerator located in a separate room in the hall. 30 BUILDING NEEDS The St. Raymond Church Food Bank new 24’ X 50’ building is intended to relocate the existing food bank operation in the hall. This will free up the hall for other Parish needs while providing the storage and preparation space needed to maintain our current operations. The new building will have 1,200 sf of space available for storage and preparation of food boxes. The building will have lighting, electrical outlets and HVAC, but no cold storage or restrooms. Access will be ADA-compliant. The existing storage container will be removed once the new building is in place. 31 Attachment 3 32 33 34 35 36 October 24, 2023 SB 343 Senate Bill 343 mandates supplemental materials that have been received by the Community Development Department that relate to an agenda item after the agenda packets have been distributed to the Planning Commission be available to the public. 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If stalls are full, the volunteer will hold the vehicle out until space is available STOP SIGN INCOMING CUSTOMER VEHICLES EXITING CLIENT VEHICLES 38 STAFF REPORT Planning Commission Page 1 of 6 Agenda Item 6.2 DATE:October 24, 2023 TO:Planning Commission SUBJECT:Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments –Parking Requirements (PLPA-2023-00019)Prepared by:Gaspare Annibale, Associate Planner EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:The Planning Commission will consider and make a recommendation to the City Council regardingDowntown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments to eliminate parking requirements in the Downtown. The proposed amendmentswould implementrecentchanges in state law and the recommendations of the Urban Land Institute to relax parking requirements in the Downtown. The proposed amendments extend beyond the one-half mile radius of the BART Station required by state law to include all properties within the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan area. STAFF RECOMMENDATION:Conduct the public hearing, deliberate and adopt the Resolution recommending that the City Council approve the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendmentsto eliminate parking requirementsin the Retail District, Transit-Oriented District and Village Parkway District. DESCRIPTION:BackgroundThe overarching goal of the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan (DDSP) is "to create a vibrant, dynamic commercial and mixed-use center that provides a wide array of opportunities for shopping, services, dining, working, living, and entertainment in a pedestrian-friendly and aesthetically pleasing setting that attracts both local and regional residents."The DDSP established three distinct districts, each including its own set of parking standards tailored to the envisioned uses. A map of the DDSP area and districts is provided in Figure 1. 39 Page 2 of 6 The Transit-Oriented District embraces its proximity to the West Dublin BART station. The Retail Districtincludes much of the existing retail core and aims to stimulate infill development and redevelopment of aging buildings and large surface parking areas. The Village Parkway District embraces the existing successful service and retail uses along a “Main Street” corridor, with this district having the most potential to reutilize and re-tenant existing buildings with more intense uses such as restaurants, service retail, and other local-serving businesses. One of the Guiding Principles of the DDSP is to consider more flexible and appropriate parking standards.This Guiding Principle has been supported by an analysis completed by the Urban Land Institute (ULI), the City Council’s Strategic Plan to support local businesses and new business attraction, and by past actions of the City Council.In 2012, the City Council approved a two-year Pilot Parking Program in the Village Parkway District to allow parking supply and demand for existing commercial buildings and uses to be managed by the property owners and tenants, instead of being regulated by the City.During the Pilot Parking Program it was the responsibility of the property owners, property managers, and businesses to lease tenant spaces to the right combination of users to ensure sufficient parking to serve the businesses and their customers. The Pilot Parking Program waived the requirement that commercial uses occupying existing buildings within the Village Parkway District provide a specified number of on-site parking spaces. The goal was to enable a wider variety of businesses to be established in the Village Parkway District without the encumbrance of parking requirements. New commercial buildings are required to provide parking spaces at the rate of one space per 300 square feet.In 2014, the City Council extended the program, which was successful,for five additional years.Given the success of the Pilot Parking Program, in 2018, the City asked the ULI Technical Assistance Panel (TAP) to make a recommendation on expanding the Village Parkway Parking Program toother areas in the Downtown. The ULI TAP Report confirmed that expanding the program to the remainder of the Downtown would be a positive element that could provide certainty for future development. In 2019, the City Council adopted amendments to the DDSP to make the relaxed parking standards of the Pilot Parking Program permanent in the Village Parkway District and establish a reduced parking standard for hotels and office uses in the Transit-Oriented District.On September 22, 2022, Governor Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 2097 (AB 2097), entitled “Residential, commercial, or other development types: parking requirements.”With AB 2097,the legislature found and declared parking minimums increase the cost of housing, limit the number of 40 Page 3 of 6 available units, lead to an oversupply of parking spaces, and increase greenhouse gas emissions. The bill prohibits a public agency from imposing or enforcing any minimum automobile parking requirement on any residential, commercial, or other development project located within one-half mile of public transit.A local jurisdiction may only impose or enforce minimum parking requirements on a project, with the exception of certain housing developments as described below, that is located within one-half mile of public transit if the public agency makes written findings that not imposing or enforcing minimum automobile parking requirements on the development would have a substantially negative impact. Such a decision must be supported by findings that not doing so would impact the jurisdiction’s ability to: Meet its share of the regional housing need for low- and very low-income households; Meet any special housing needs for the elderly or persons with disabilities; or Impact existing residential or commercial parking within one-half mile of the development project.However, the City cannot apply these findings to housing development projects if: At least 20 percent of the units in the project are dedicated to very low-, or low-income households; The project has 20 or fewer units; or The project is subject to parking reductions based on the provisions of other applicable laws.A "development project" includes a project involving the issuance of a permit to construct or reconstruct but not a permit to operate. “Public transit” is defined as a site containing any of the following: An existing rail or bus rapid transit station; A ferry terminal served by either a bus or rail transit service; and The intersection of two or more major bus routes with a frequency of service interval of 15 minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak commute periods.The West Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station is the only public transit in the Downtown area thatmeets this criterion. Therefore, AB 2097 applies to all new and existing development within one-half mile of the BART Station. A map showing the one-half mile radius measured from the WestDublin/Pleasanton BART Station is provided in Figure 2. 41 Page 4 of 6 Figure 2. One-Half Mile Radius of the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station The provisions of AB 2097 are fairly consistent with the Guiding Principles of the DDSP, the recommendations from the ULI TAP Report, and the relaxed parking standards adopted for the Village Parkway District. Additionally, the one-half mile radius prescribed in AB 2097 bifurcates several of the shopping centers and developments within the DDSP area. Therefore, Staff is proposing to amend the development standards in Sections 4.1.4, 4.2.3 and 4.3.3 of the DDSP to eliminate parking requirements throughout the DDSP area. Analysis:The proposed DDSP Amendmentswouldeliminate minimum parking requirements for all new and existing development and uses allowed throughout the three Downtown Districts. Minimum parking requirements may be enforced if it is found that not enforcing them on a particular use would negatively impact new or existing development. Elimination of minimum parking requirements would build on the success of the parking program used in the Village Parkway District to encourage intensification and reinvestment. Parking supply and demand would be managed by the property owners and tenants, instead of being regulated by the City. It would be their responsibility to lease tenant spaces to the right combination of users to ensure sufficient parking to serve the businesses and their customers.The proposed DDSP Amendments would implement the requirements of AB 2097 and further implement the recommendations of ULI TAP report in that it provides a flexible parking program 42 Page 5 of 6 for all uses within the three districts of the Downtown. The amendments also implement one of the Guiding Principles of the DDSP, which is to consider more flexible and appropriate parking standards. These amendments would ensure consistency and fairness for all property owners by extending this policy throughout the Downtown, not just within a one-half mile radius of the BART Station as required by AB 2097. Staff requests the Planning Commission review and make a recommendation to the City Council regarding the proposed DDSP Amendments. A draftResolution recommending approval is included as Attachment 1 with the City Council Resolution showing all final amendments included as Attachment 2. The proposed amendments to the DDSP are also provided in a redline format in Attachment 3 where underlined text is proposed to be added and text with a strikethrough is proposed to be deleted. CONSISTENCY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING ORDINANCE:The DDSP is located within the General Plan land use designations of Downtown Dublin - Village Parkway District, Downtown Dublin - Transit-Oriented District and Downtown Dublin - Retail District and the Downtown Dublin Zoning District. The proposed DDSP Amendments remainsconsistent with the General Plan designations, which allow a range of residential, commercial, and mixed uses consistent with the DDSP. The Downtown Dublin zoning district was established to implement the DDSP and ensure that all development in the DDSP area is reviewed for substantial compliance with the DDSP. The proposed DDSP Amendmentscontinuesto require compliance with the development standards, land use regulations and design guidelines in the DDSP. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:In 2010, an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared to address potential environmental impacts of the DDSP. The DDSP EIR (SCH# 2010022005) was prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and was certified by the City Council on February 1, 2011. Since parking is not considered an impact under CEQA, amending the parking standards in the DDSP does not require further environmental review. NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:In accordance with state law, a public notice was published in the East Bay Times and posted at several locations throughout the City.A notice of this hearing was also mailed to all property owners and tenants in the DDSP area, those within 300 feet of the DDSP boundaries, and all persons who have expressed an interested in being notified of meetings. ATTACHMENTS:1. Planning Commission Resolution Recommending the City Council Approve the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan Amendments to Eliminate Parking Requirements in the Retail District, Transit-Oriented District and Village Parkway District 43 Page 6 of 6 2. Exhibit A to Attachment 1 - City Council Resolution Amending the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan to Eliminate Parking Requirements in the Retail District, Transit-Oriented District and Village Parkway District3. DDSP Amendments - Redlined Pages 44 Attachment 1 Reso. No. 23-XX, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 1 of 2 RESOLUTION NO. 23-XX A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS TO ELIMINATE PARKING REQUIREMENTS IN THE RETAIL DISTRICT, TRANSIT-ORIENTED DISTRICT AND VILLAGE PARKWAY DISTRICT PLPA-2023-00019 WHEREAS,the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan (DDSP) project area is located in the southwestern portion of the City of Dublin (City) and is approximately 284 acres in size. The project area is generally bound by Village Parkway to the east, Interstate 580 to the south, San Ramon Road to the west, and Amador Valley Boulevard to the north; and WHEREAS, on February 1, 2011, the Dublin City Council (City Council) adopted Resolution No. 09-11 approving the DDSP and associated implementation actions. At the same time, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 08-11 certifying the DDSP Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH# 2010022005, incorporated herein by reference). The DDSP EIR evaluated the potential impacts associated with intensifying development in the 284-acre Downtown Dublin area to accommodate additional residential and non-residential uses; and WHEREAS,subsequent to adoption, the DDSP has been amended periodically, including the 2019 DDSP Amendments which focused on amending the parking standards in the Village Parkway District and Transit-Oriented District; and WHEREAS,recent changes in state law related to Assembly Bill 2097 (AB 2097) prohibit a public agency from imposing or enforcing any minimum automobile parking requirement on any residential, commercial, or other development project, that is located within one-half mile of public transit; and WHEREAS, the proposed DDSP Amendments would bring the DDSP into compliance with AB 2097 and go beyond the requirements of state law to eliminate parking requirements for all new and existing development throughout areas of the DDSP that are outside the one-half mile radius required by AB 2097; and WHEREAS, consistent with Section 65352.3 of the California Government Code, the City obtained a contact list of local Native American tribes from the Native American Heritage Commission and notified the tribes on the contact list of the opportunity to consult with the City on the proposed DDSP Amendments. None of the contacted tribes requested a consultation within the 90-day statutory consultation period and no further action is required under Section 65352.3; and WHEREAS,the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and 45 Page 2 of 2Reso. No. 23-XX, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 WHEREAS, parking is not considered an impact under CEQA, therefore, amending the parking standards for the three districts does not result in a CEQA issue; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report, dated October 24, 2023, and incorporated herein by reference, described and analyzed the proposed DDSP Amendments for the Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed DDSP Amendments on October 24, 2023, at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard; and WHEREAS,the Planning Commission considered all above-referenced reports, recommendations, and testimony to the proposed DDSP Amendments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and made a part of this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council approve the amendments to the DDSP based on findings, as set forth in Exhibit A, that the amendments is in the public interest, promotes general health, safety and welfare, and that the DDSP, as so amended, will remain internally consistent. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of October 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ________________________________ Planning Commission Chairperson ATTEST: ___________________________________ Assistant Community Development Director 46 Attachment 2 Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 1 of 7 RESOLUTION NO. XX - 23 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN AMENDING THE DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN TO ELIMINATE PARKING REQUIREMENTS IN THE RETAIL DISTRICT, TRANSIT-ORIENTED DISTRICT AND VILLAGE PARKWAY DISTRICT PLPA-2023-00019 WHEREAS,the Downtown Dublin Specific Plan (DDSP) project area is located in the southwestern portion of the City of Dublin (City) and is approximately 284 acres in size. The project area is generally bound by Village Parkway to the east, Interstate 580 to the south, San Ramon Road to the west, and Amador Valley Boulevard to the north; and WHEREAS, on February 1, 2011, the Dublin City Council (City Council) adopted Resolution No. 09-11 approving the DDSP and associated implementation actions. At the same time, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 08-11 certifying the DDSP Environmental Impact Report (EIR) (SCH# 2010022005, incorporated herein by reference). The DDSP EIR evaluated the potential impacts associated with intensifying development in the 284-acre Downtown Dublin area to accommodate additional residential and non-residential uses; and WHEREAS,subsequent to adoption, the DDSP has been amended periodically, including the 2019 DDSP Amendments which focused on amending the parking standards in the Village Parkway District and Transit-Oriented District; and WHEREAS, recent changes in state law related to Assembly Bill 2097 (AB 2097) prohibits a public agency from imposing or enforcing any minimum automobile parking requirement on any residential, commercial, or other development project, that is located within one-half mile of public transit; and WHEREAS, the proposed DDSP Amendments would bring the DDSP into compliance with AB 2097, and go beyond the requirements of state law to eliminate parking requirements for all new and existing development throughout areas of the DDSP that are outside the one-half mile radius required by AB 2097; and WHEREAS, consistent with Section 65352.3 of the California Government Code, the City obtained a contact list of local Native American tribes from the Native American Heritage Commission and notified the tribes on the contact list of the opportunity to consult with the City on the proposed DDSP Amendments. None of the contacted tribes requested a consultation within the 90-day statutory consultation period and no further action is required under Section 65352.3; and WHEREAS, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together with State Guidelines and City of Dublin CEQA Guidelines and Procedures require that certain projects be reviewed for environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared; and 47 Page 2 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 WHEREAS, parking is not considered an impact under CEQA, therefore, amending the parking standards for the three districts does not result in a CEQA issue; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a properly noticed public hearing on the proposed DDSP Amendments on October 24, 2023, at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard; and WHEREAS, on October 24, 2023, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 23- XX recommending that the City Council approve the proposed DDSP Amendments, which Resolution is incorporated herein by reference; and WHEREAS, a Staff Report, dated __________, and incorporated herein by reference, described and analyzed the proposed DDSP Amendments for the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City Council held a properly noticed public hearing to consider the proposed DDSP Amendments on _________, at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard; and WHEREAS, the City Council considered all above-referenced reports, recommendations, and testimony to the proposed DDSP Amendments. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and made a part of this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council finds that the DDSP Amendments, as set forth below, are in the public interest and will promote general health, safety and welfare, and that the DDSP as amended will remain internally consistent. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby approves the following amendments to the DDSP: 48 Page 3 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 55 Section 4.1.4 Retail District Development Standards, Parking Requirements shall be amended to read as follows: PARKING REQUIREMENTS 6 Parking Requirements No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, if the amount of parking provided exceeds the min. standard established by the Dublin Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8.76 by 10 percent, at least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area: Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces; Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 8 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of vehicle spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces. Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact”. 9 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain a min. of 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a min. canopy radius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 49 Page 4 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 64 and 65 Section 4.2.3 Transit-Oriented District Development Standards, Parking Requirements shall be amended to read as follows: PARKING REQUIREMENTS 5 Bicycle Parking Allowed within individual residential units Allowed within surface parking areas and first floor of underground parking areas Allowed near building entrances (excluding private service entrance) Allowed on private property adjacent to sidewalks Allowed on sidewalks if a clear walking path of at least 6 ft is maintained 6 Parking Requirements No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, if the amount of parking provided exceeds the minimum standard (see row 6) by 10 percent or more: Residential: 1.5 spaces per unit Hotel: .85 spaces per room Office: 2.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area Retail: As stated in the Dublin Municipal Code At least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area: Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces; Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 8 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of the vehicle parking spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact” 50 Page 5 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 9 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a minimum canopyradius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another shade tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 51 Page 6 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 Page 74 Section 4.3.3 Village Parkway District Development Standards, Parking Requirements shall be amended to read as follows: PARKING REQUIREMENTS 5 Bicycle Parking Allowed within individual residential units. Allowed within surface parking areas and first floor of underground parking areas. Allowed near building entrances (except service entrances). Allowed on private property adjacent to sidewalks. Allowed on sidewalks if a clear walking path of at least 6 ft maintained. 6 Parking Requirements No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, if the amount of parking provided exceeds the minimum standard established by the Dublin Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8.76 by at least 10 percent, at least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area: Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces; Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 8 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of vehicle spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces. Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact”. 9 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a minimum canopy radius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another shade tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 52 Page 7 of 7Reso. No. XX-23, Item X.X, Adopted XX/XX/2023 PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ____day of _____, 2023 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: ______________________________ Mayor ATTEST: ______________________________ City Clerk 53 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES | 4 DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN 55 P ARKING REQUIREMENTS 6 Parking Requirements Per the requirements in Chapter 8.76: Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements in the Zoning Ordinance. No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, iIf the amount of parking provided exceeds the min. standard established by the Dublin Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8.76 (see row 6) by 10 percent, at least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area:  Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces;  Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or  Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). All other uses shall provide parking per the Dublin Zoning Ordinance All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 8 Shared Parking Shared parking between adjacent lots is allowed if a parking study is prepared (where required) and a shared parking agreement is established and approved by the Community Development Director (pursuant to a Use Permit), and if parking is provided to meet the greatest peak hour demand of the combined uses. 89 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of vehicle spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces. Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact”. 10 Motorcycle Spaces 1 vehicle space per 40 may be replaced as a motorcycle space in parking areas with at least 40 vehicle spaces and labeled as such. 911 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain a min. of 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a min. canopy radius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 54 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES | 4 DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN 65 6 Parking Requirements 1.5 spaces (covered or uncovered) per residential unit. Guest parking should also be provided up to 15% of the total parking amount. Additional parking for residential units does not require additional amenities discussed in 1: Surface Parking, above No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, iIf the amount of parking provided exceeds the minimum standard (see row 6) by 10 percent or more:  Residential: 1.5 spaces per unit  Hotel: .85 spaces per room  Office: 2.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area  Retail: As stated in the Dublin Municipal Code aAt least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area:  Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces;  Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or  Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). Hotel parking is .85 spaces per room. For hotels with assembly space greater than 10,000 square feet, additional parking may be required. Office parking is 2.5 spaces per 1,000 square feet of gross floor area. All other uses shall provide parking per the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 8 Shared Parking Shared parking between adjacent lots is allowed if a parking study is prepared (where required) and a shared parking agreement is established and approved by the Community Development Director pursuant to a Use Permit, and if parking is provided to meet the greatest peak hour demand of the combined uses 89 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of the vehicle parking spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact” 10 Motorcycle Spaces 1 vehicle space per 40 may be replaced as a motorcycle space in parking areas with at least 40 vehicle spaces Motorcycle spaces shall be labeled as such. 911 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a minimum canopy radius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another shade tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 55 4 | DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES 74 CITY OF DUBLIN PARKING REQUIREMEN TS 5 Bicycle Parking Allowed within individual residential units. Allowed within surface parking areas and first floor of underground parking areas. Allowed near building entrances (except service entrances). Allowed on private property adjacent to sidewalks. Allowed on sidewalks if a clear walking path of at least 6 ft maintained. 6 Parking Requirements Per the requirements in Chapter 8.76: Off-Street Parking and Loading Requirements in the Zoning Ordinance. No parking requirement for new and existing development. No parking requirement for outdoor dining areas. No parking requirement for commercial uses occupying existing buildings New commercial buildings are required to provide parking spaces at the rate of 1 space per 300 square feet of gross building area, regardless of the future commercial use of the building. Excessive surface parking is strongly discouraged. Notwithstanding that there are no minimum parking requirements, iIf the amount of parking provided exceeds the minimum standard established by the Dublin Zoning Ordinance Chapter 8.76 (see row 6) by at least 10 percent, at least one of the following measures shall be incorporated into the surface parking area:  Increase the number of shade trees provided to a ratio of 1 tree per 3 parking spaces;  Divide surface parking areas into at least 2 smaller parking lots divided by a landscaped planter that is at least 10 feet in width (these parking areas may be connected by drive aisles); or  Provide a double row of trees (with shrubs and groundcovers surrounding them) between the sidewalk and surface parking area (where parking lots are permitted near sidewalks). All other uses shall provide parking per the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. All on-site parking spaces shall be considered “required parking” for the purposes of administering Chapter 8.76 of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance unless otherwise determined by the Community Development Director. Notwithstanding the above, the parking requirements contained in the Dublin Municipal Code Chapter 8.76 may be enforced on a project that is located within one-half mile of public transit if it is found that not enforcing these parking requirements would have a substantially negative impacts in accordance with Government Code Section 65863.2. 7 Minimum Bicycle Parking Requirements Residential and Non-Residential bicycle parking requirements and support facilities shall conform to the California Green Building Standards Code. 56 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND DESIGN GUIDELINES | 4 DOWNTOWN DUBLIN SPECIFIC PLAN 75 8 Shared Parking Shared parking between adjacent lots is allowed if a parking study is prepared (where required) and a shared parking agreement is established and approved by the Community Development Director pursuant to a Use Permit, and if parking is provided to meet the greatest peak hour demand of the combined uses. 89 Compact Spaces Up to 35% of vehicle spaces may be compact in parking areas with at least 20 spaces. Compact spaces shall be labeled as “C” or “Compact”. 10 Motorcycle Spaces 1 vehicle space per 40 may be replaced as a motorcycle space in parking areas with at least 40 vehicle spaces Motorcycle spaces shall be labeled as such. 911 Landscaping Parking lots shall contain 1 shade tree per 4 parking spaces and have a minimum canopy radius of 15 feet at maturity. Each shade tree shall be spaced no more than 40 feet from another shade tree. Additional accent trees are also allowed within parking lots. A 5 foot wide landscaped buffer is required between sidewalks and parking lots and shall comply with Section 8.76.070.A.19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The minimum tree planter width in parking areas shall be 5 feet. 57