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RESOLUTION NO. XX – 21
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DUBLIN
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A FORTUNETELLING
BUSINESS LOCATED AT 6500 DUBLIN BOULEVARD, SUITE 200E
WHEREAS,the Applicants, Janet Adams and Jennifer Miller of Love Psychic, are
requesting a Conditional Use Permit to operate a fortunetelling business within the Dublin Station
Shopping Center located at 6500 Dublin Boulevard, Suite 200E; and
WHEREAS,the project site has a General Plan land use designation of Retail/Office and
Automotive and is within the General Commercial zoning district; and
WHEREAS,fortunetelling businesses are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use
Permit by the Planning Commission in the General Commercial zoning district; and
WHEREAS,the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), together CEQA Guidelines
and Dublin’s CEAQ Guidelines and Procedures, require that certain projects be reviewed for
environmental impacts and that environmental documents be prepared when applicable; and
WHEREAS,pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, the Conditional Use Permit for fortunetelling is
categorically exempt under Section 15301 (“Existing Facilities”) because the project would occupy
an office suite within an existing building; and
WHEREAS,the written statement, attached as Exhibit A and project plans, attached as
Exhibit B, depict and illustrate the proposed use, site plan and floor plan; and
WHEREAS,a Staff Report, dated June 8, 2021, was submitted to the City of Dublin
Planning Commission recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit request; and
WHEREAS,the Planning Commission held a public hearing on June 8, 2021, to consider
the proposed project at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be hear; and
WHEREAS,proper notice of said public hearing was given in all respects as required by
law; and
WHEREAS,the Planning Commission did hear and use independent judgement and
considered all said reports, recommendations and testimony herein above set forth to evaluate
the project.
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, pursuant to Dublin Municipal Code section 8.100.060,
the Planning Commission of the City of Dublin hereby makes the following findings and
determinations regarding the Conditional Use Permit for establishment and operation of a
fortunetelling business, located at 6500 Dublin Boulevard, Suite 200E:
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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 will occupy an
office space in an existing commercial building on a fully improved site; 2) the project
will be located on a parcel that is developed with general commercial uses, and
fortunetelling is permitted with approval of a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning
Commission; 3) the existing transportation and services facilities are adequate to serve
the proposed use; 4) the project site is accessible from Dublin Boulevard and Dublin
Court providing vehicular access; and 5) the number of parking spaces on-site are
sufficient to serve both the existing uses and the proposed use within the shopping
center.
B.The proposed use 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 proposed use will be conducted indoors and entirely within an office of an existing
commercial building so as not to disturb surrounding businesses; 2) the project has
been conditioned to require that prior to establishing the use, the Applicant shall obtain
a Fortunetelling Permit from Dublin Police Services; 3) the project will comply with all
applicable regulations contained in the Dublin Municipal Code and Non-Residential
Security Requirements; and 5) conditions of approval are include to ensure on-going
compatibility with the site’s surroundings.
C.The proposed use will not be injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood
in that: 1) the project consists of a fortunetelling business within an existing commercial
office building; and 2) the use will be conducted indoors and entirely within an office of
an existing commercial building so as not to disturb surrounding businesses
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) the project will be located
on a fully developed site that is served by existing utilities and services; 2) the project
will not create a demand for additional utilities or services beyond that which already
exists to serve the commercial building; and 3) pedestrian and vehicular access is
provided to the site from existing sidewalks on Dublin Boulevard and Dublin Court.
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 proposed use will be located within an
existing commercial building with the General Commercial zoning district which permits
a fortunetelling business with approval of a Conditional Use Permit; 2) the proposed
number of staff, size of the office suite, and scope of services provided will naturally
limit the intensity of the use; and 3) conditions of approval have been included to ensure
compatibility with the site and surrounding uses.
F.The proposed use 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 project will occupy an office space in an existing commercial
building on a fully improved site; 2) fortunetelling is permitted with approval of a
Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission; and 3) the use will be conducted
indoors and entirely within an office of an existing commercial building.
G.It is consistent with the Dublin General Plan and with any applicable Specific Plans in
that:1) the project is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of Retail/
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Office and Automotive which allows a range of commercial uses including fortunetelling
with approval of a Conditional Use Permit; and 2) the proposed use will be compatible
with other commercial uses on the subject property and is allowed in the Retail/Office
and Automotive designation such as offices and retail stores.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Dublin hereby
approves a Conditional Use Permit for the establishment and operation of a fortunetelling
business, located at 6500 Dublin Boulevard, Suite 200E, as indicated and depicted on the written
statement dated October 28, 2020, and included as Exhibit A and as shown on the project plans
dated October 16, 2020, and included as Exhibit B, subject to the following conditions:
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Unless stated otherwise, all Conditions of Approval shall be complied with prior to the issuance of
building permits or establishment of use and shall be subject to Planning Department review and
approval. The following codes represent those departments/agencies responsible for monitoring
compliance of the conditions of approval: [PL] Planning, [B] Building, [PO] Police, [PW] Public
Works, [ADM] Administration/City Attorney, [FIN] Finance, [PCS] Parks and Community Services,
[F] Alameda County Fire Department, [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, [CHS], California Department of Health Services.
CONDITION TEXT RESPON.
AGENCY
WHEN
REQ’D
Prior to:
GENERAL
1.Approval. This Conditional Use Permit approval allows a
fortunetelling business located at 6500 Dublin Boulevard,
Suite 200E, PLPA-2021-00016. This approval shall generally
conform to and be as depicted and indicated by the written
statement attached as Exhibit A, prepared by the Applicant,
dated October 29, 2020 and plans attached as Exhibit B,
prepared by Architenders Inc, consisting of 1 sheet, dated
October 16, 2020, and other plans, text and diagrams related
to this approval, stamped approved and on file in the
Community Development Department, except as modified by
the following Conditions of Approval.
PL On-going
2.Effective Date. This Conditional Use Permit approval
becomes effective 10 days following action by the Planning
Commission unless appealed before that time in accordance
with the Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
PL On-going
3.Permit Expiration. The approved use shall commence within
one (1) year of Permit approval or the Permit shall lapse and
become null and void.
PL One Year
After
Effective
Date
4.Time Extension. The Community Development Director may
grant an extension of the approval for a period not to exceed
twelve (12) months, upon the Applicant’s written request prior
to expiration, and the determination that all Conditions of
PL Expiration
Date
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CONDITION TEXT RESPON.
AGENCY
WHEN
REQ’D
Prior to:
Approval remain adequate and all applicable findings of
approval will continue to be met.
5.Approval Period. This Conditional Use Permit approval shall
be null and void in the event the approved use and/or
structures cease to operate for a continuous one-year period.
PL On-going
6.Compliance. The Applicant shall operate this use in
compliance with the Conditions of Approval of this Conditional
Use Permit, the approved plans and the regulations
established in the Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of the
terms or conditions specified may be subject to enforcement
action.
PL, PW On-going
7.Revocation of Permit. The Conditional Use Permit approval
shall be revocable for cause in accordance with Section
8.96.020.I of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of
the terms or conditions of this permit shall be subject to
citation.
PL On-going
8.Requirements and Standard Conditions. The Applicant
shall comply with applicable City of Dublin Fire Prevention
Bureau, Dublin Public Works Department, Dublin Building
Department, Dublin Police Services, Alameda County Flood
Control District Zone 7, Livermore Amador Valley Transit
Authority, Alameda County Public and Environmental Health,
Dublin San Ramon Services District and the California
Department of Health Services requirements and standard
conditions.
Various Building
Permit
Issuance
9.Required Permits. The Applicant shall obtain all permits
required by other agencies including, but not limited to
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 provide copies of the permits to the
Public Works Department.
PW Building
Permit
Issuance
10.Fees. The Applicant 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
11.Indemnification.The 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
ADM On-going
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CONDITION TEXT RESPON.
AGENCY
WHEN
REQ’D
Prior to:
Council, Community Development Director, Zoning
Administrator, or any other department, committee, or agency
of the City to the extent such actions are brought within the
time period required by Government Code Section 66499.37
or other applicable law; 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.
12.Clarification of Conditions of Approval.In the event that
there needs to be clarification to the Conditions of Approval,
the Community Development Director and the Public Works
Director have the authority to clarify the intent of these
Conditions of Approval to the Applicant without going to a
public hearing. The Community Development Director and the
Public Works Director also have the authority to make minor
modifications to these conditions without going to a public
hearing in order for the Applicant to fulfill needed
improvements or mitigations resulting from impacts to this
project.
Various On-going
13.Minor Amendments. Modifications or changes to this
Conditional Use Permit approval may be considered and
approved by the Community Development Director, if the
modifications or changes proposed comply with Section
8.100.080, of the Zoning Ordinance.
PL On-going
14.Property Maintenance.Per the City of Dublin Non-
Residential Property Maintenance Ordinance DMC Section
5.64.050, the Applicant and/or Property Owner shall maintain
the building, site and all signage in good condition at all times
and shall keep the site clear of trash, debris and graffiti
vandalism on a regular and continuous basis.
PL On-going
15.Noise/Nuisance. The Applicant shall control all activities on
the site so as not to create a nuisance to the surrounding
businesses and residents.
PL On-going
16.Permanent Signage.Prior to the installation of any on-site
signage, the Applicant shall apply for and receive approval
from the Planning Division. All signage shall be consistent with
the Shamrock Village Master Sign Program.
PL Sign
Installation
17.Temporary Signage. All temporary signage shall conform to
the requirements of the Dublin Zoning Ordinance at all times.
PL Sign
Installation
BUILDING & SAFETY
18.Building Codes and Ordinances. All project construction
shall conform to all building codes and ordinances in effect at
the time of building permit.
B Through
Completion
19.Building Permits. To apply for building permits, Applicant
shall submit electronic drawings and specifications for plan
check.
B Issuance of
Building
Permits
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CONDITION TEXT RESPON.
AGENCY
WHEN
REQ’D
Prior to:
Each set of plans shall have attached an annotated copy of
these Conditions of Approval. The notations shall clearly
indicate how all Conditions of Approval will or have been
complied with. Plans will not be accepted without the
annotated resolutions attached to each set of plans. Applicant
will be responsible for obtaining the approvals of all
participation non-City agencies prior to the issuance of
building permits.
POLICE SERVICES
20.Security. The Project shall comply with all applicable City of
Dublin Non-Residential Security Requirements, including but
not limited to lighting within bathrooms, exterior lighting, and
exterior doors.
PO On-going
21.Fortunetelling Permit Required. No person shall engage in
the act of fortunetelling without first having obtained a permit
from the Chief of Police in accordance with the provisions of
Chapter 4.08 Fortunetelling of the Dublin Municipal Code.
PO Occupancy
and On-
going
22.Fortune Telling Ordinance Requirements. The Project
shall comply with all applicable City of Dublin Fortunetelling
Ordinance requirements.
PO On-going
23.Business License. A City of Dublin business license shall be
obtained and shall be kept current at all times.
PO On-going
24.Safety Talk. The Applicant shall schedule a Police Services
safety talk within the first month of operation at this site. This
can be arranged by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit of
Dublin Police Services – (925) 833-6670.
PO On-going
25.Fee Schedule. The Applicant shall post in public view at all
times a specific fee schedule for all services provided.
PO On-going
26.In-Person and Telephone Services. The Applicant shall
provide all fortunetelling services in-person and on a one-on-
one basis or by telephone.
PO On-going
27.Door Alarm. The Applicant shall install a door alarm/chime(s)
should the space be divided such that the occupants’ view of
the entrance door is blocked.
PO On-going
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 8th day of June 2021, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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______________________________
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Kristie Wheeler
Assistant Community Development Director
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