HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCReso 97-22 PA97-019 Rec CC Park Sierra PD RezRESOLUTION NO. 97- 22
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AND
ESTABLISHING FINDINGS AND GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR A
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) REZONING CONCERNING PA 97-019,
PARK SIERRA APARTMENT PROJECT, SHEA PROPERTIES
WHEREAS, Shea Properties has requested approval of a Planned Development Rezoning
to establish General Provisions and Development Regulations for a residential development
consisting of 209 apartment units on approximately 8.9 acres of land generally located on the
west side of Dougherty Road at the former Southern Pacific Railroad tracks (APN 941-0205-
006-10); and
WHEREAS, a completed application for a Planned Development Rezoning is available
and on file in the Dublin Planning Department; and
WHEREAS, a Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared for this project with the
finding that with the implementation of mitigation measures contained in the Initial Study, there
will be no significant environmental impacts; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hold a public heating on said application on
October 14, 1997; and
VqHEREAS, proper notice of said hearing was given in all respects as required by law; and
WHEREAS, a Staff Report was submitted recommending that the Planning Commission
approve the Planned Development Rezone subject to conditions prepared by Staff; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission did hear and use their independent judgment and
considered all said reports, recommendations and testimony hereinabove set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning Commission
does hereby make the following findings and determinations regarding said proposed Planned
Development Rezone:
1. The Planned Development rezone, as conditioned, is consistent with the general
provisions, intent and purpose of the PD District Overlay Zone of the Zoning Ordinance and the
General Plan. The Planned Development Zone will be appropriate for the subject property in
terms of providing General Provisions which set forth the purpose, applicable provisions of the
Dublin Zoning Ordinance, range of permitted and conditionally permitted uses and Development
Standards, which will be compatible with existing commercial, industrial and residential uses in
the immediate vicinity, and will enhance development of the general area; and
2. The Planned Development Rezoning will not have a substantial adverse effect on
health or safety or be substantially detrimental to the public welfare or be injurious to property or
public improvement as all applicable regulations will be met; and
3. The Planned Development Rezoning will not overburden public services or
facilities as all agencies have commented that public services are available; and
4. The Planned Development Rezoning will be consistent with the policies of the
Dublin General Plan designation of Medium-High Density Residential since the project would
allow development within the density range allowed by this General Plan land use category; and
5. The Planned Development rezoning will create an attractive, efficient and safe
environment though Conditions of Approval; and
6. The Planned Development Rezoning will benefit the public necessity,
convenience and general welfare and is in conformance with applicable provisions of the Dublin
Zoning Ordinance; and
7. The Planned Development Rezoning will be compatible with and enhance the
general development of the area because it will be developed pursuant to Conditions of Approval
and site development review; and
8. The Planned Development Rezoning will provide an environment that encourages
the efficient use of common areas as well as resources.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT THE Dublin Planning
Commission does hereby recommend City Council approval of a Planned Development
Rezoning, including the following General Provisions and Development Standards for PA 97-
019, Park Sierra Apartments, which constitute regulations for the use and improvements of an
8.9 acre parcel generally described as APN 941-0205-006-10.
GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
GENERAL PROVISIONS
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Purpose
This approval is for a Planned Development (PD) District for PA 97-019, Park Sierra
Apartments. This PD District Rezone includes a Land Use and Development Plan, which is
represented by materials labeled Exhibit A, stamped "approved" and on file in the Dublin
Planning Department, which includes a Site Plan and Elevations prepared by Thomas P.
Cox, Architect, dated Received October 3, 1997, and a Conceptual Landscape Plan
prepared by Don Rose and Associates dated received October 3, 1997, and a Preliminary
Grading and Utility Plan, prepared by Ruggeri-Jensen and Associates, dated received
October 3, 1997. The PD District allows the flexibility needed to encourage innovative
development while ensuring that the goals, policies and action programs of the General
Plan are implemented.
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Dublin Zoning Ordinance-Applicable Requirements
Unless as specifically modified by the provisions of the PD District rezone, all applicable
and general requirements and procedures of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance shall apply to the
PD Multiple Family Residential designated lands in the PD District.
C. General Provisions and Development Standards
Intent: This Planned Development is to be established to provide for and regulate the
development of the Park Sierra Apartment project. Development shall be generally
consistent with the Land Use Development Plan. This approval rezones 8.9 acres of
land currently zoned Planned Development (PD)-Single Family to Planned
Development (PD)-Multi-Family.
2. PD Multi-Family Residential
Permitted Uses: The following principal uses are permitted in the PD Multi-family
Family Residential District:
A. Residential development limited to:
Apartments, condominiums and townhouses
Private recreational facilities associated with a multi-family development
Prohibited Uses: The following uses are prohibited in the PD Multi-family Residential
District:
1. Field crops
2. Orchards
3. Plant Nurseries
Conditional Uses: All conditional uses in the R-4 District are conditional uses in the PD
Multi-family Residential District with the exception of the prohibited uses listed above,
3. Setbacks and Yards
Development Standards: Development standards within the PD Multi-family District
are as follows:
Building Site Per Land Use and 6,000 square feet
Development Plan
Yards/Setbacks
Front
Rear
Side
20 feet (may include required
noise barrier)
20 feet
12 feet
20 feet
20 feet
10 feet + 1 foot per each 10 feet
lot frontage exceeds 50 feet
Building Height 40 feet 45 feet
Lot Coverage Per Land Use and 40%
Development Plan
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REZONE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Unless otherwise stated, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to final
occupancy of any building and shall be subject to Planning Department review and approval. The
following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring compliance
with the Conditions of Approval: [PL] Planning, [B] Building, [PO] Police, [PW] Public Works,
[ADM] Administration/City Attorney, [PCS] Parks and Community Services, [FIN] Finance, [Fl
Fire, [DSR] Dublin San Ramon Services District, [CO] Alameda County Flood Control and
Water Conservation District Zone 7.
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The Land Use and Development Plan is conceptual in nature. No formal amendment of this
PD Rezone shall be required so long as the materials submitted for the Site development
Review are in conformance with the PD Rezone. The Community Development Director
shall determine conformity or non-conformity and appropriate procedures for modifying
this PD Rezone (i.e., staff approval, Planning Commission approval of a Conditional Use
Permit, etc.). Major modifications or revisions not found to be in substantial conformance
with this PD Rezone shall require a new PD Rezone. [PL]
Additions to residences in the project are prohibited. [PL]
Prior to issuance of building permits, a General Plan Amendment shall be approved by the
City Council, changing the land use designation of the site to Medium-High Density
Residential. [PL]
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 14th day of October, 1997.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Cm. Jennings, Johnson, Hughes, and Oravetz
Cm. Musser
Plan~ning Commis~on Chacersoff
ATTEST:
Community Development Director