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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20241210 - 05.1 5.1 1 This is intended as a summary of actions only. Persons interested in greater detail may view the meeting video at danville.ca.gov/129/Meetings-Agendas-Minutes. Danville Planning Commission – Regular Meeting Summary of Actions - Draft November 12, 2024 1. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Danville Planning Commission was called to order by Chair Graham at 5:00 p.m. in the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front Street, Danville, CA. Present: Archie Bowles, Commissioner Robert Combs, Commissioner Mary Grace Houlihan, Commissioner Mark Graham, Chair Lou Palandrani, Vice Chair Paul Radich, Commissioner Chris Trujillo, Commissioner 2. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA There were no changes to the order of the agenda. 3. FOR THE GOOD OF THE TOWN There were no public comments. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR 4.1 Consider approval of the Summary of Actions from the regular Planning Commission meeting of January 23, 2024 4.2 Consider approval of the Summary of Actions from the regular Planning Commission meeting of September 10, 2024 Danville Planning Commission – Regular Meeting Summary of Actions - Draft November 12, 2024 2 MOTION BY COMMISSIONER COMBS , SECOND BY COMMISSIONER BOWLES TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0-0 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5.1 Development Plan DP24-0008, Vesting Tentative Map for Condominium Purposes MS861-24, and Tree Removal request TR24-0042 allowing the development of an age restricted senior condominium project. The request includes a 99-unit, 223,000 square foot, four-story building on a 3.17 acre site located at 425 El Pintado Road (Project Planner: David Crompton). Chief of Planning David Crompton presented the staff report and answered the Commissioner’s questions. Applicant Brian Griggs and Paul Ferro, development team, discussed the property impact, design and expressed concerns from the community. Applicant Brian Griggs requested of the Commission to defer fees to be paid prior to occupancy. Form4 Architect Paul Ferro presented a PowerPoint presentation of an overview of the development and landscape and answered commissioner questions. Chair Graham opened the item to public comment. 21 speaker cards were received in opposition: Betty Egbert Dan Egbert Peter Laurence Anne Laurence Dan Curto Judith Havlik Shelly Lober Shawn Lober Steve Sidore Beverly Barker Michael Natal Michael Whisler Jeff Stroin Christine Kehoe Chris Stauber Chris Stauber Jr. Matt Peck and Kristin Peck Antonio Alvarez Bonnie Antoun Peter Solomon Kathy Zhao Danville Planning Commission – Regular Meeting Summary of Actions - Draft November 12, 2024 3 Chair Graham closed Item 5.1 for public comments and brought it back to the Applicant to respond to the comments from the public. Jeff Stone, Diamond Construction, spoke on behalf of the community’s concern and explained the Housing Element and the State housing crisis and how the developer and Town must comply with local housing laws. Chair Graham brought the item back to Chief of Planning David Crompton to answer the public and commissioner’s questions. Mr. Crompton introduced Transportation Engineering Associate Edwin Martinez. Mr. Crompton and Mr. Martinez answered questions regarding the traffic survey. Chair Graham brought it back to the commissioners for comments. Mr. Crompton discussed the impact and penalties if the Town is not in compliance with the Housing Element. Chair Graham closed the item for discussion. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER PALANDRANI, SECOND BY COMMISISONER RADICH TO APPROVE ITEM 5.1 AND RESOLUTION 2024-05; DEVELOPMENT PLAN DP24-008, VESTING TENTATIVE MAP FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES MS861-24, AND TREE REMOVAL REQUEST TR24-0042 ALLOWING THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN AGE RESTRICTED SENIOR CONDINUIUM PROJECT. THE REQUEST INCLUDES A 99-UNIT, 223,000 SQUARE FOOT, FOUR STORY BUILDING ON A 3.17 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 425 EL PINTADO ROAD WITH ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS:  POTENTIAL DEFERAL OF FEES MOTION CARRIED 7-0-0-0 6. COMMUNICATIONS 6.1 Recruitment for volunteer positions open to Danville residents. Terms begin January 1, 2025: a. Planning Commission: 4 regular members; 1 alternate member b. Design Review Board: 1 regular member Danville Planning Commission – Regular Meeting Summary of Actions - Draft November 12, 2024 4 c. Heritage Resource Commission: 3 regular members; 1 licensed architect d. Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District: 1 member Chief of Planning David Crompton reminded Commissioners and residents of the recruitment of open volunteer positions with terms beginning January 1, 2025. 6.2 Planning update by Chief of Planning David Crompton Chief of Planning David Crompton updated the Commission on current projects and applications in process. Mr. Compton also informed the Commission of the Planners Institute Academy in Santa Rosa upcoming date in March. 7. COMMISSIONER REPORTS 7.1 Commissioner updates There were no commissioner updates. 8. ADJOURNMENT The regular meeting of the Danville Planning Commission was adjourned at 7:26 p.m. ___________________________________ ____________________________________ David Crompton, Chief of Planning Gail Erin Massagli, Administrative Asst.