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Regular Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
February 1, 2018 6:30 P.M.
City Council Chambers, City Hall
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020
PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
Chair: Tom Fischer: tom.fischer@cityofgilroy.org Omkar Ranade: omkar.ranade@cityofgilroy.org
Vice Chair: Rebeca Armendariz:
rebeca.armendariz@cityofgilroy.org
Sue Rodriguez: sue.rodriguez@cityofgilroy.org
Steve Ashford: steve.ashford@cityofgilroy.org Rebecca Scheel: Rebecca.scheel@cityofgilroy.org
Casey Estorga: casey.estorga@cityofgilroy.org
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subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions on particular issues and for each
individual speaker. A minimum of 12 copies of materials should be provided to the Clerk for distribution to the
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that the time within which to seek judicial review of any final administrative determination reached at this
meeting is governed by Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.
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I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II. REPORT ON POSTING THE AGENDA AND ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Meeting Minutes of January 4, 2018
IV. PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC: (Three-minute time limit). This portion
of the meeting is reserved for persons desiring to address the Planning Commission on
matters not on the agenda. The law does not permit the Planning Commission action or
extended discussion of any item not on the agenda except under special circu mstances. If
Planning Commission action is requested, the Planning Commission may place the matter
on a future agenda. All statements that require a response will be referred to staff for reply
in writing.
PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR RELATED PROJECT APPLICATIONS WILL BE HEARD CONCURRENTLY AND
ACTION WILL BE TAKEN INDIVIDUALLY. COMPANION PROJECTS UNDER NEW BUSINESS WILL BE
TAKEN UP FOR ACTION PRIOR TO, OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RELATED PUBLIC HEARING.
THIS REQUIRES DEVIATION IN THE ORDER OF BUSINESS AS NOTED WITHIN THE AGENDA.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Zoning Ordinance Amendment to add Ch. 30.38.270 Significant Tree Removal.
The city recognizes that existing and future trees and tree communities located in
the city are a valuable and distinctive resource. The purpose of the addition of the
Significant Tree Removal Chapter is to protect existing and future significant
trees and tree communities throughout the city through the establishment of an
ordinance to regulate the removal or destruction of significant trees, tree
communities and heritage trees on private property.
1. Staff Report: Stan Ketchum, Senior Planner
2. Public Comment
3. Planning Commission Disclosure of Ex-Parte Communications
4. Possible Action:
a) Motion to adopt a resolution recommending the City Council approve Zoning Code
Amendment Z16-05 (Roll Call Vote)
VI. OLD BUSINESS - NONE
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. The Planning Commission is requested to review Planning Commission
assignments to various task forces and committees, and to make adjustments, as
necessary.
1. Staff Report: Sue O'Strander, Interim Development Center Manager
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
a) Motion to Establish Planning Commission Task Force/Committee Assignments for
2018.
B. Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
1. Staff Report: Sue O'Strander, Interim Development Center Manager
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
a) Motion to select Planning Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
VIII. CORRESPONDENCE
IX. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
A. Current Planning Projects (report attached)
B. Planning Staff Approvals (report attached)
X. PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
XI. ORAL REPORTS BY COMMISSION MEMBERS
XII. PLANNING DIVISION MANAGER REPORT
XIII. ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
XIV. PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR REPORT
XV. ADJOURNMENT to the Next Regular Meeting of March 1, 2018 at 6:30 P.M.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
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Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies of the City exist to conduct the people's
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operations are open to the people's review
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TO RECEIVE A FREE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE OR TO REPORT A VIOLATION OF THE
ORDINANCE, CONTACT THE OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION STAFF AT (408) 846-
0204/shawna.freels@cityofgilroy.org
PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULE- PLANNING
Public Meeting Schedule
The Planning Commission meets regularly on the first Thursday of each month, at 6:30
p.m. If a holiday should fall on the regular meeting date (or the next day), the meeting
will be rescheduled to the following Thursday.
March 2018
01* Planning Commission Meeting, City Council Chambers 6:30 p.m.
05* City Council Meeting, City Council Chambers 6:00 p.m.,
07 South County Regional Wastewater Authority, (Regular Meeting) 8:00 a.m.
12 Personnel Commission (Regular Meeting) 6:00 p.m.
12 Youth Commission Senior Center Meeting Room 6:00 p.m.
13 Art & Culture Commission 5:30 p.m.
14 Library Commission Meeting Gilroy Library Meeting Room 7:00 p.m.
14 Housing Advisory Committee 6:00 p.m.
19* City Council Meeting, City Council Chambers 6:00 p.m. .
21 Community & Neighborhood Revitalization Committee 6:45 p.m.
21 Historic Heritage Committee City Council Chambers 5:30 p.m.
22 General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting, Police Community Conference
Room, 6:30 p.m.
27 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission City Council Chambers 6:00 p.m.
28 Public Art Committee, City Council Chambers 5:30 p.m.
* Meetings will be web-streamed and televised
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Meeting Minutes
of
January 04, 2018
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Fischer called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance
II. REPORT ON POSTING THE AGENDA AND ROLL CALL
City Clerk Shawna Freels reported the agenda was posted Friday, December 29th, at
5:25 p.m.
Present: Chair Tom Fischer; Vice Chair Rebeca Armendariz; Commissioner Steve
Ashford; Commissioner Casey Estorga; Commissioner Kai Lai; Commissioner Rebecca
Scheel; Commissioner Sue Rodriguez; Planning Manager Sue O'Strander; City Attorney
Andy Faber
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A. September 7, 2017
Motion on item III. A
Motion to approve minutes of September 7, 2017
Moved by Commissioner Kai Lai, seconded by Commissioner Sue Rodriguez
Vote: Motion carried 7-0
Yes: Commissioner Rebeca Armendariz; Commissioner Steve Ashford; Commissioner
Tom Fischer; Commissioner Kai Lai; Commissioner Sue Rodriguez; Commissioner
Casey Estorga; Commissioner Rebecca Scheel.
Noes: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
B. November 2, 2017
Motion on item III. B
Motion to approve minutes of November 2, 2017 with the modified changes.
Moved by Commissioner Sue Rodriguez, seconded by Commissioner Kai Lai
Vote: Motion carried 7-0
Yes: Commissioner Rebeca Armendariz; Commissioner Steve Ashford; Commissioner
Tom Fischer; Commissioner Kai Lai; Commissioner Sue Rodriguez; Commissioner
Casey Estorga; Commissioner Rebecca Scheel.
Noes: None
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Abstain: None
Absent: None
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Z 16-05 Zoning Ordinance Amendment to add Ch. 30.38.270 Significant Tree
Removal. The city recognizes that existing and future trees and tree communities
located in the city are a valuable and distinctive resource. The purpose of the
addition of the Significant Tree Removal Chapter is to protect existing and future
significant trees and tree communities throughout the city through the
establishment of an ordinance to regulate the removal or destruction of
significant trees, tree communities and heritage trees on private property.
IV. A
Motion to continue item to next Regular Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for
February 1, 2018.
Moved by Rebeca Armendariz, seconded by Steve Ashford
Motion carried 7-0.
Yes: Chair Tom Fischer; Vice Chair Rebeca Armendariz; Commissioner Steve
Ashford; Commissioner Casey Estorga; Commissioner Kai Lai; Commissioner Rebecca
Scheel; Commissioner Sue Rodriguez
B. Zoning Ordinance Amendments to delete Article 30.38 Landscaping, and
replace it with a new Article 30.38 Landscaping, Water Efficiency, and Stormwater
Retention and Treatment.
Senior Planner Stan Ketchum provided a presentation on the Landscaping, Water
Efficiency, and Stormwater Retention and Treatment.
IV.B
Motion to adopt a resolution recommending the City Council approve Zoning Code
Amendment Z 17-08 .
Moved by Kai Lai, seconded by Rebecca Scheel
Vote: Motion carried 7-0.
Yes: Chair Tom Fischer; Vice Chair Rebeca Armendariz; Commissioner Steve
Ashford; Commissioner Casey Estorga; Commissioner Kai Lai; Commissioner Rebecca
Scheel; Commissioner Sue Rodriguez
No: None
V. OLD BUSINESS: None
VI. NEW BUSINESS
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A. Commissioner Sue Rodriguez presented Commissioner Kai Lai a framed
proclamation for his service to the City of Gilroy.
Commissioner Kai Lai stated he’s served over 17 years on the Planning Commission
providing his voice to the community of City of Gilroy.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE: None
VIII. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
A. Current Planning Projects
B. Planning Staff Approvals
IX. PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
None.
X. ORAL REPORTS BY COMMISSION MEMBERS:
A. City Council Meetings of
November 6, 2017 and November 20, 2017: Commissioner Fischer provided a brief summary.
December 4, 2017 & December 18, 2017: Vice Chair Armendariz stated she will report at the
next Regular Planning Commission Meeting.
B. Housing Advisory Committee: Vice Chair Armendariz provided a brief summary.
C. Historic Heritage Committee: Commissioner Ashford stated no meeting was held
D. Arts & Culture Commission: Commissioner Estorga stated no meeting was held in the month
of December, nothing to report in November; he provided an update from October’s meeting.
E. South County Joint Planning Advisory Committee: Commissioner Rodriguez stated there
was no meeting to report; Commissioner Rodriguez asked if there is a meeting in January.
F. Street Naming Committee: Commissioner Kai Lai stated there was no meeting to report
G. Development Standards Task Force: Commissioner Fischer stated there was no meeting to
report
H. General Plan Advisory Committee: Commissioner Fischer stated there was no meeting to
report.
I. High Speed Rail Advisory Committee: Commissioner Fischer stated there was no meeting to
report; he stated High Speed Rail Authority provided a presentation to City Council in
December.
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XI. PLANNING DIVISION MANAGER REPORT:
Sue O’Strander provided the commissioners the 2018 Planning Commission Meeting
Schedule and the 2018 City Council Meeting Attendance
Sue O’Strander stated the Planning Commission Retreat will take place on a Saturday
morning. Based on everyone’s schedule, March 17, 2018 has been penciled in as a
tentative date.
The Planning Commission Academy is held April 4-6, 2018 at the Hyatt Monterey
XII. ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY REPORT:
XIII. PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIR REPORT:
Zinnia Navarro Office Assistant
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Community Development
Department
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California 95020-61197
Telephone: (408) 846-0451 Fax (408) 846-0429
http://www.cityofgilroy.org
DATE: February 1, 2018
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Stan Ketchum, Senior Planner
SUBJECT: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to add Ch. 30.38.270 Protected
Tree Removal Z16-05 (#16040038)
1) Request: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to add Ch. 30.38.270 Significant Tree
Removal. The city recognizes that existing and future trees and tree communities
located in the city are a valuable and distinctive resource. The purpose of the
addition of the Significant Tree Removal Chapter is to protect existing and future
significant trees and tree communities throughout the city through the
establishment of an ordinance to regulate the removal or destruction of significant
trees, tree communities and heritage trees on private property.
2) Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a
resolution recommending that the City Council approve the Protected Tree
Removal ordinance Z16-05 (#16040038) as proposed.
3) Environmental Assessment: Section 15308 of the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, exempts actions by a regulatory agency intended
to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the
environment. The Protected Tree Removal Ordinance strengthens the protection of
significant trees by establishing a permit process incorporating thorough analysis to
confirm the necessity to remove protected trees and heritage trees. The ordinance
protects those indigenous tree species found in the Gilroy area. The ordinance will
support the maintenance and restoration of the environment by establishing
regulations that impose penalties for removal of protected or heritage trees without
issuance of a Protected Tree Removal Permit. The ordinance requires
replacement of multiple trees of the same species which will help restore and
enhance the environment. Based on the above, there are no unusual
circumstances that would justify an exception to the use of Section 15308 of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. This ordinance is similar
in character and extent to other regulatory ordinances adopted for the protection of
Kristi A. Abrams
DIRECTOR
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the environment that will have the effect of limiting damage to environmental
resources.
4) Background Information: The City recognizes that existing and future trees and
tree communities located in the city are a valuable and distinctive resource. These
trees and tree communities augment the economic base of the city through
encouragement of tourism and enhancement of the living environment. The
removal of significant trees and diminishing of tree communities reduces property
values and the scenic beauty and attractiveness of the city to residents and
visitors.
The Consolidated Landscape Policy includes a section regarding Significant Trees,
which is applied by staff during review of new development projects. The policy
states that all significant trees shall be maintained by the property owner until
deemed insignificant by a public hearing or deemed a threat to the public health,
safety and welfare, by the Planning Division Manager. However there are no
provisions in either the policy or the current Zoning Ordinance that regulate the
removal of significant trees on private property when that private property is not
part of a development project. In order to protect this resource, it is the intent of
this ordinance revision to regulate the removal or destruction of significant trees
and tree communities on private property within the city.
On November 13, 2017, Planning Staff held a Developer’s Roundtable meeting at
which the proposed Significant (now Protected) Tree Removal Ordinance was
reviewed. There was minimal input from those in attendance. One suggestion
made was that tree removal mitigation measures included in certified
environmental documents requiring a higher replacement ratio and/or size of
replacement trees than specified in the ordinance should take precedence. That
change has been incorporated into the ordinance.
For clarification purposes, it should be noted that the Article 30.38 Landscaping of
the Zoning Ordinance, to which the Protected Tree Ordinance is being added,
currently includes Sections 30.38.10 – 30.38.050. This article will be replaced by
the new Article 30.38 Landscaping, Water Efficiency, and Stormwater Retention
and Treatment, including Sections 30.38.10 – 30.38.260, to be considered by the
City Council on March 5, 2018. As a result, the proposed Protected Tree
Ordinance will become Section 30.38.270 in the Zoning Ordinance.
5) General Plan Consistency: The proposed ordinance is consistent with General
Plan Goal 23 Natural Resource Conservation: Conservation of natural resources
and high levels of environmental quality for current and future generations.
6) Analysis: The draft Protected Tree Removal Ordinance is incorporated in the draft
Planning Commission Resolution, Attachment 1 to this staff report. It establishes
required definitions, including the minimum size of a significant tree and a heritage
tree and the specific types of trees are considered indigenous to the Gilroy area
and protected by the ordinance. It further establishes the following five findings,
one or more of which must be made to approve a tree removal permit:
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A. The tree is dead, diseased or in danger of falling.
B. The tree is determined to be an immediate threat to life or property.
C. The tree is determined to be causing damage or reasonably expect ed to
cause damage to existing buildings or interfere with utility services .
D. Retention of the tree restricts the economic enjoyment of the property or
creates an unusual hardship for the property owner by severely limiting the
use of the property in a manner not typically experienced by owners of
similarly situated properties, and the applicant has demonstrated to the
satisfaction of the Community Development Director that there are no
reasonable alternatives to preserve the tree.
E. Retention of the tree would result in reduction of the permissible building
envelope by more than twenty-five (25) percent.
The following finding must be made in addition to one or more of those listed
above:
F. None of the tree management techniques referenced in the ordinance are
deemed feasible to save the tree.
Other provisions of the ordinance include:
G. The application shall include a report from an arborist certified by the
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), or other equivalent organization,
documenting the health of the tree and explaining the reason(s) for removal.
H. Notice of the proposed removal shall be posted on the affected tree and in
at least two conspicuous locations on the site clearly visible to and readable
from public property.
I. Replacement tree(s) shall be of the same species as the tree that was
removed and shall be planted on the same site as the removed tree,
whenever possible. Planting of replacement tree(s) on public property or
payment of an in lieu fee may be allowed at the discretion of the Dire ctor of
Public Works.
J. The number and size of replacement trees shall be based on the number
and size of trees approved for removal, as indicated in Table 1, below. If the
tree being replaced is a tree that was required as a part of an approved
Landscaping Plan, the replacement species must be consistent with the
Landscaping Plan. Otherwise, the replacement tree may be of any species
included on the City’s Master Tree Planting Plan.
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Table 1
Replacement Tree Requirements
Trunk Size of Removed Tree
(measured at 4 1/2 feet above grade)
Replacement Ratio Required
(per tree removed)
Circumference
(inches)
Number of
replacement trees
Minimum Size
19 to 37 3 15 gallon
38 to 75 2 24 inch box
Greater than 75 2 36 inch box
Heritage Trees 2 48 inch box
If a mitigation measure for removal of a protected tree, community of
protected trees or a heritage tree contained in a certified environmental
document requires greater numbers or size of replacement trees than
specified in Table 1, above, that requirement shall supercede the
requirements of this chapter.
K. Emergency Situations: In emergency situations caused by the hazardous or
dangerous condition of a tree that poses an immediate threat to the safety of
life or property, the minimum necessary actions may be taken to reduce or
eliminate the hazard without complying with the other provisions of this
Chapter, except that the person responsible for actions taken to reduce the
hazard shall report such action to the Community Development Department
within five working days of that action. Photographs thoroughly
documenting the hazardous or dangerous condition of the tree shall be
taken prior to any action to reduce the immediate threat. A Tree Removal
Permit, as specified in this chapter, shall be submitted prior to removal of the
tree. The required aborist report shall document the conditions that warrant
removal of the tree, including the photographs referenced above.
L. The decision of the Community Development Director may be appealed to
the Planning Commission within twenty (20) days after the decision by the
Community Development Director.
M. Violation of any provision contained in this Section is hereby declared to be
unlawful and shall constitute a public nuisance and a misdemeanor. As
either a public nuisance or a misdemeanor, the violation shall be subject to
the penalties or remedies as described in Chapter X of this Code and the
provisions of Section (h) Replacement, of this Section.
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6) Noticing: The public notice for this item, published in the Gilroy Dispatch on
December 22, 2017, meets the Government Code requirement for projects of
citywide importance. In addition, Planning Commission packets are available
through the City’s webpage prior to the scheduled meeting.
Attachments:
1. PC Resolution - rev. 1-25-18
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RESOLUTION NO. 2018-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF GILROY RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE GILROY CITY CODE
(Z 16-05), SPECIFICALLY TO ADD SECTION 30.38.270 OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE, FILED BY THE CITY OF GILROY,7351
ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020.
WHEREAS, Gilroy City Code, Article 30, Chapter 30.38 pertains to requirements for
installation and maintenance of landscaping in existing and new development; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes that existing and future trees and tree communities
located in the city are a valuable and distinctive resource and that they augment the
economic base of the city through encouragement of tourism and enhancem ent of the
living environment; and
WHEREAS, the removal of significant trees and diminishing of tree communities
reduces property values and the scenic beauty and attractiveness of the city to residents
and visitors; and
WHEREAS, Article 30.38 Landscaping of the Zoning Ordinance, to which the
Protected Tree Ordinance is being added, currently includes Sections 30.38.10 –
30.38.050 and will be replaced by the new Article 30.38 Landscaping, Water Efficiency,
and Stormwater Retention and Treatment including Sections 30.38.10 – 30.38.260, to be
considered by the City Council on March 5, 2018: and,
WHEREAS, the proposed Protected Tree Ordinance will become Section 30.38.270
in the Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Gilroy held a public hearin g on
February 1,, 2018 to consider the request and reviewed written materials and oral
comments related to the proposed code amendments; and
WHEREAS, the subject ordinance amendment is covered under Section 15308 of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines as an action by a regulatory
agency for protection of the environment; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission hereby recommends the City Council find
that there are no unusual circumstances that would justify an exception to the use of
Section 15308 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. Such
finding is based on substantial evidence that the ordinance is similar in character and
extent to other regulatory ordinances adopted for the protection of the environment that will
have the effect of limiting damage to environmental resources.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of
Gilroy hereby recommends to the City Council approval of Z 16-05 proposing amendments
to the following sections of the City Code.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of February 2018 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
_____________________________ __________________________
Sue O’Strander, Secretary Tom Fischer, Chairperson
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30.38.270 Protected Tree Removal
(a) Purpose: The City recognizes that existing and future trees and tree communities
located in the city are a valuable and distinctive resource. These trees and tree
communities augment the economic base of the city through enco uragement of tourism
and enhancement of the living environment. The removal of protected trees and
diminishing of tree communities would reduce property values and the scenic beauty and
attractiveness of the city to residents and visitors.
In order to protect this resource, it is the intent of this section to regulate the removal or
destruction of protected trees and tree communities on private property within the city.
(b) Definitions:
i. Community of Protected Trees. Any grouping of protected trees which are
ecologically or aesthetically related to each other such that the loss of several of
them would cause a protected ecological, aesthetic or environmental impact in the
immediate area, as determined by a certified arborist. In sections (d), (e), (g), and
(h) of this ordinance, the term “tree” shall refer to each and every tree in the
community of protected trees that is proposed for removal.
ii. Heritage Tree. A tree of any species with a single trunk of 90 inches in
circumference or more at a point four and one half feet (4 1/2’) above the ground or
with multiple trunks, two of which collectively measure 72 inches in circumference or
more at a point four and one half feet (4 1/2’) above the ground.
iii. Indigenous Tree. A tree which is native to the Gilroy region, including oaks (all
types), California Bay (Umbellularia californica), Big Leaf Maple (Acer
macrophyllum),8 Madrone (Arbutus menziesii), California Sycamore (Platanus
racemosa), California Buckeye (Aesculus californica) and Alder (Alnus glutinosa).
iv. Protected Tree. Any indigenous tree characterized by having a single trunk of
nineteen inches (19”) in circumference or more at a point four and one half feet
(41/2’) above the ground. Nonindigenous tree species and orchards (including
individual fruit and nut trees) are exempt from this definition for the purpose of this
section.
v. Tree. A woody perennial plant characterized by having a main stem or trunk, or a
multi-stemmed trunk system with a more or less definitely formed crown, and is
usually over ten feet high at maturity. This definition shall not include trees planted,
grown and held for sale by licensed nurseries or the first removal or transplanting of
such trees pursuant to and as a part of operation of a licensed nursery business.
(c) Permit Required: It is unlawful for any person to cut down, remove, poison or otherwise
damage, kill or destroy or cause to be removed any of the following on any private property
without first securing a permit as provided in this section:
i. A protected tree
ii. Greater than 25% of the trees within the outermost dripline of a community of
protected trees
iii. A heritage tree
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A separate tree removal permit shall not be required for projects which have been
approved through a discretionary process by the Planning Division, Planning Commission
or City Council and the removal of protected trees or community of trees were reviewed to
ensure compliance with all requirements of this section and authorized by that approval.
Trimming, removal and other activities related to trees in the public right of way are
regulated by Chapter 26 of the Gilroy City Code.
(d) Application: Any person desiring to cut down, remove, destroy or cause to be removed
any protected tree, community of protected trees, or heritage tree shall apply to the
Planning Division for a tree removal permit on forms provided by the Division. The
application shall include information to describe and justify the removal request and a
report from an arborist certified by the International Society of Aboriculture (ISA) or other
equivalent organization acceptable to the Planning Manager. The aborist’s report shall
include all of the following, unless otherwise approved by the Planning Manager:
• Site plan showing location of the tree (include buildings, driveways, etc.)
• Clear pictures of the tree indicating location, details signs of failure or disease
• Description of species of the tree
• Estimated height of the tree
• Circumference or diameter at breast height of the tree
• Discussion of the general health of the tree
• Value of the tree according to the ISA tree valuation formula
• Discussion of the tree’s risk
• Discussion of why the tree cannot be saved, including consideration of the following
techniques:
Discussion of risk management pruning
Discussion of installation of structural support system
Discussion of improving site conditions/cultural conditions
Discussion of implementing integrated pest management programs
• Description of the method to be used for removal of the tree
• Reason for removal of the tree
• Proposed replacement tree, including species, size, location.
(e) Public Notice: The applicant shall cause a notice of the proposed removal to be posted
on the affected tree and in at least two conspicuous locations on the site clearly visible to
and readable from public property on a form provided by the Planning Division. The
notices shall be a minimum of 8.5 x 11 inches in size. In addition, the notice shall be
mailed to the owners of record of all properties which are immediately adjacent to and
directly across the street from the property on which the tree is located. The notice shall
include the application number, a description of the proposal, including the location of the
tree to be removed, contact information for the Planning Division from which additional
information may be obtained and the final date for receipt of comments. A minimum of 10
days from the date of posting shall be given for comments to be received. No action shall
be taken on any application until t he applicant has filed an affidavit that such posting has
been accomplished and the review period has expired. Emergency situations, as
described below, are not subject to this provision.
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(f) Application Review and Approval: The Planning Division shall review the application for
removal of protected tree, community of protected trees or heritage tree and shall
determine on the basis of the information provided and the findings listed in Section (g),
below whether to approve, approve with conditions or deny the request.
(g) In order to approve an application for tree removal, the following findings must be
made:
i. At least one of the following findings must be made:
A. The tree is dead, diseased or in danger of falling
B. The tree is determined to be an immediate threat to life or property
C. The tree is determined to be causing damage or reasonably expected to cause
damage to existing buildings or interfere with utility services
D. The retention of the tree restricts the economic enjoyment of the property or
creates an unusual hardship for the property owner by severely limiting the use of
the property in a manner not typically experienced by owners of similarly situated
properties, and the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the
Community Development Director that there are no reasonable alternatives to
preserve the tree.
E. Retention of the tree would result in reduction of the permissible building envelope
by more than twenty-five (25) percent, and
ii. None of the tree management techniques referenced in Section (d), above are
deemed feasible to save the tree.
In granting any permit pursuant to this section, the Community Development Director may
attach reasonable conditions to ensure compliance with the intent and purpose of the
section including, but not limited to planting of replacement trees, mitigation of visual
impacts and control of erosion.
(h) Replacement: Any tree approved for removal under this section shall be replaced.
Replacement trees shall be of the same species as the tree that was removed unless
otherwise approved by the Community Development Director. Replacement tree shall be
planted on the same site as the removed tree; however, if the site i s inadequate in size to
accommodate the replacement tree , the replacement tree may be planted on public
property with the approval of the Director of Public Works. Alternatively, the Director of
Public Works, at his/her discretion, may accept an in lieu payment for the value of the
removed tree to be used for tree planting in City parks. The tree value shall be established
by an arborist certified by the ISA or other equivalent organization acceptable to the
Director of Public Works using the ISA Tree Valuation Formula. The in lieu payment shall
include funds sufficient for the care of the replacement tree during their establishment
period as determined by the Director of Public Works. The number and size of
replacement trees shall be based on the number and size of trees approved for removal,
as indicated in Table 1, below. If the tree being replaced is a tree that was required as a
part of an approved Landscaping Plan, the replacement species must be consistent with
the Landscaping Plan. Otherwise, the replacement tree may be of any species included on
the City’s Master Tree Planting Plan.
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Table 1
REPLACEMENT TREE REQUIREMENTS
Trunk Size of Removed
Tree(measured at 4 1/2
feet above grade)
Replacement Ratio Required
(per tree removed)
Circumference
(inches)
Number of
replacement trees Minimum Size
19 to 37 2 24 inch
38 to 75 2 24 inch box
Greater than 75 2 36 inch box
Heritage Trees 2 48 inch box
If a mitigation measure for removal of a protected tree, community of protected trees or a
heritage tree contained in a certified environmental document requires greater numbe rs or
size of replacement trees than specified in Table 1, above, that requirement shall
supercede the requirements of this chapter.
(i) Emergency Situations: In emergency situations caused by the hazardous or dangerous
condition of a tree that poses an immediate threat to the safety of life or property, the
minimum necessary actions may be taken to reduce or eliminate the hazard without
complying with the other provisions of this Chapter, except that the person responsible for
actions taken to reduce the hazard or to remove the tree shall report such action to the
Community Development Department within five working days of that action. Photographs
thoroughly documenting the hazardous or dangerous condition of the tree shall be taken
prior to any action to reduce the immediate threat. A Tree Removal Permit, as specified in
this ordinance, shall be submitted prior to removal of the tree. The required arborist report
shall document the conditions that warrant removal of the tree, including the photographs
referenced above.
(j) Appeal. Anyone so desiring may appeal the decision of the Community Development
Director by written request to the Planning Commission and payment of the a ppeal fee
within twenty (20) days after the date of the decision of the Community Development
Director.
(k) Penalties.
(i) The violation of any provision contained in this Section is hereby declared to be
unlawful and shall constitute a public nuisance and a misdemeanor. As either a
public nuisance or a misdemeanor, the violation shall be punishable by a fine of not
more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) or by imprisonment not to exceed six (6)
months, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each tree removed in violation of this
division shall constitute a separate offense.
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(ii) Violators may also be required to replace the tree pursuant to the provisions of
Section (h) Replacement.
(iii) In addition to the penalties imposed by subsections, (i) and (ii) above, any person
who destroys, removes or damages a protected tree, community of protected trees
or a heritage tree without a permit in circumstances in which a permit application has
been denied, or would have been denied, shall be liable to the city for a civil penalty
in an amount equal to the tree's value to be established by an arborist certified by
the ISA or other equivalent organization acceptable to the Director of Public Works
using the ISA Tree Valuation Formula.
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Community Development
Department
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California 95020-61197
Telephone: (408) 846-0451 Fax (408) 846-0429
http://www.cityofgilroy.org
DATE: February 1, 2018
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Sue O'Strander, Interim Development Center Manager
SUBJECT: 2018 Planning Commission Task Force/Committee Assignments
1) Request: The Planning Commission is requested to review Planning Commission
assignments to various task forces and committees, and to make adjustments, as
necessary.
2) Background: Each year, the Planning Commission has an opportunity to review
their assignments to various task force and committees. The annual review is an
opportunity to change assignments and update the list, a s appropriate. Presently,
the assignments are as follows:
Task Force/Committee Commissioner
Arts & Cultural Committee Estorga
Development Standards Task Force Fischer and Rodriguez
General Plan Advisory Committee Fischer and Scheel
High Speed Rail Advisory Committee Fischer
Historic Heritage Committee Ashford
Housing Advisory Committee Armendariz
Sign Committee Ashford
South County Joint Planning Advisory Committee Rodriguez
Street Naming Committee Lai
3) Task Force/Committee Descriptions: At the January 4, 2018 meeting, the
Commission requested a report to provide some additional information on the
expectations of each task force/committee.
Kristi A. Abrams
DIRECTOR
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Arts & Culture Commission (ACC)
Meetings of the ACC are conducted on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
in the Council Chambers.
The ACC is comprised of 7 members and are responsible for advising the
Recreation Department and City Council on all matters pertaining to cultural and
artistic activities to encourage, promote, and stimulate the growth of broad based
arts throughout the Gilroy community.
Planning Commissioner attendance at the ACC is a hold-over from over a decade
ago, when a previous Public Arts Committee member requested such attendance
to improve coordination and to provide updates to the ACC of upcoming
development projects, where there may be an opportunity for public art. Over the
last 5 years, coordination between Planning and Recreation staff have improved
and such amenities are included as conditions of approval for projects, as
appropriate. The Planning Commissioner representative is not a voting member of
the ACC, so attendance for such coordination is voluntary.
Development Standards Task Force
The Development Standards Task Force was originally set up to advise staff in
efforts to amend development standards pertaining to small lots, landscaping and
trees. Due to limited staff resources, it was determined that standards for small lots
will be included with a comprehensive review of the Zoning Ordinance. The
landscaping and tree ordinances were recently amended, or are in the approval
process. As such, this task force is now disbanded.
General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC)
Meetings of the GPAC are scheduled as needed and are conducted in the
evenings, generally in the Police Department Community Room. It is anticipated
that there will be about 5 meetings remaining as part of the General Plan 2040
update process.
The GPAC is comprised of 30 members, representing a wide array of interests and
values throughout the Gilroy community. Membership is by appointment of the City
Council and is intended to remain constant throughout the General Plan process.
They provide input and guidance throughout the General Plan 2040 efforts.
High Speed Rail Advisory Committee (HSRA)
Meetings of the HSRA are scheduled as needed and are conducted in the
evenings. The meeting locations vary, based on room availability.
The HSRA is comprised of 10 members, representing various downtown
stakeholders. Membership is by appointment of the City Council and is intended to
remain constant throughout the HSR Station Area Planning efforts. Currently,
meetings by this group are on hold, pending a more definitive understanding of the
preferred HSR alignment, which is expected to be determined by the California
High Speed Rail Authority later this year.
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Historic Heritage Committee (HHC)
Meetings of the HHC are conducted on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
The HHC is comprised of 5 members, including 3 community members, a City
Council representative, and a Planning Commission representative. The Planning
Commissioner’s role with this group is to advise the Planning Commission on
issues relating to the identification, protection, a retention, and preservation of
historic sites and historic neighborhoods in Gilroy.
Housing Advisory Committee (HAC)
Meetings of the HAC are conducted on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers.
The HAC is comprised of 9 members comprised of community stakeholders tasked
to review housing policies, programs, and make recommendations to the City
Council on housing-related matters.
Sign Committee
The Sign Committee was organized in 2012 to evaluate policies relating to signs,
with a particular focus on handheld, temporary, windo w, A-frame, portable, off-site
residential open house signs as well as temporary banners, flags, balloons, and
streamers. A major update to the Sign Ordinance was adopted in 2014, addressing
many of the recommendations. In 2016, the Sign Committee was reconvened for
one meeting, as directed by the City Council to re -evaluate certain parameters of
temporary banners. The work by the committee has been incorporated into an
ordinance amendment, and committee is now disbanded.
South County Joint Planning Advisory Committee (SCJPAC)
Meetings of the SCJPAC are conducted 3 times a year, on the 2 nd Thursday in the
months of February, June, and October. The meetings are conducted in the
Morgan Hill Civic Center and generally begin at 7:00 p.m.
The SCJPAC was originally created in 1984, and later (in 1987) re-formed as a
Phase II effort to guide South County planning and development, with a focus on
implementation of the South County Joint Area Plan. With a total of 14 members,
Gilroy contributes 4 representatives (2 at large, 1 City Council member, and 1
Planning Commissioner). The primary function of the SCJPAC is to conduct
coordinated reviews of projects that have a regional significance.
Street Naming Committee (SNC)
Meetings of the SNC are scheduled on an as-needed basis. This committee makes
recommendations to the City Council on street names for new City-planned
collectors, arterials, and expressways. The SNC also considers proposed changes
to existing street names. Although the committee rarely meets, there is no intention
to disband this group.
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Gilroy Downtown Business Association (GDBA)
The GDBA Board of Directors meets monthly on the 1 st Tuesday of each month at
6:00 p.m. Meeting locations vary as the group likes to highlight a new downtown
spot each month.
There are currently 13 Board members representing various businesses and
services in downtown Gilroy. The GDBA encourages and promotes economic
growth to create a unique and vibrant downtown core through advocacy and
marketing while respecting the downtown history. Several Board Advisors also
regularly attend the meetings to coordinate downtown revitalization efforts. The
Board Advisors include the Welcome Center, Chamber of Commerce, Economic
Development Corporation, City Council, as well as Police Department and
Community Development Department staff representatives.
At a meeting in November 2017, the GDBA Board indicated their desire for a
Planning Commissioner to also attend the monthly meetings, if possible.
4) Discussion: As described above, a couple of the groups have been disbanded.
For those committees where membership is selected by the City Council,
assignments may not be changed except by the Council. In addition, there is a
request from an outside group for new participation by a Planning Commissioner. A
summary of staff’s recommendations are provided below for discussion and action,
as appropriate:
Task Force/Committee Recommendation
Arts & Cultural Committee Remove from list
Development Standards Task Force Remove from list
General Plan Advisory Committee No changes. City Council has
selected Fischer and Scheel
Gilroy Downtown Business Association Add to list and assign PC
representative
High Speed Rail Advisory Committee Assign PC representative
Historic Heritage Committee Assign PC representative
Housing Advisory Committee Assign PC representative
Sign Committee Remove from list
South County Joint Planning Advisory Committee Assign PC representative
Street Naming Committee Assign PC representative
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Community Development
Department
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California 95020-61197
Telephone: (408) 846-0451 Fax (408) 846-0429
http://www.cityofgilroy.org
DATE: February 1, 2018
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Sue O'Strander, Interim Development Center Manager
SUBJECT: Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair for 2018
1) Request: Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
2) Background: Each calendar year the Planning Commission selects the Chair and
the Vice Chair. Staff recommends the Commission make this appointment.
Kristi A. Abrams
DIRECTOR
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Modified Date:
ID DATE
FILED FILE # (PROJECT #)APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
11/26/12 A 12-01 (#12110049)
11/26/12 Z 12-09 (#12110052)
7/31/14 USA 14-02 (#14070058)
8/31/16 AS 16-19 (#16080053)
9/1/16 Z 17-03 (#16080006)
AS 17-12 (#17030051)
TM 17-01 (#17030052)
Z 17-02 (#17030053)
AS 17-14 (#17030074)
TM 17-02 (#17030075)
AS 17-24 (#17070019)Proposed BE
HP 17-02 (#17070020)Proposed ML (DJP)
AS 18-03 (#18010024)
Z 18-01(#18010025)
TM 18-01(#18010026)
ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
7 7/17/12 USA 12-01 (#12070023)Wren Investors, Developer
Phone: 408-779-3900 Vickery & Kern Avenues USA of approximate 49 acres On Hold MAD
8 11/12/13 AS 13-33 (#13080011)Jan R. Hochhauser, Architect
Phone: 805-962-2746, Ext. 102 10th St. and Alexander St. Under Construction DB
9 10/6/14 AS 14-39 (#14100010)D & Z Design, Architect
Phone: 408-778-7005 Intersection of Anson Ct. and Evergreen Ct. 6 single-family homes and an 8,600 SF common open space
area Plan Check MAD MND
10 10/28/14 AS 14-41 (#14100051)Alexis Gevorgian, Applicant
Phone: 818-380-2600 Monterey Rd. and Ervin Ct.4-story, 75-unit affordable senior apartment complex Approved VN MND
11 1/29/15 AS 15-01 (#15010052)Standard Pacific Homes, Applicant
Phone: 925-730-1340
Bounded by Greenfield Drive, Santa Teresa
Blvd, and West Luchessa Ave;
145 single-family homes within the Glen Loma Ranch Specific
Plan (GLRSP) Vista Bella neighborhood Under Construction MAD X
12 3/18/15 AS 15-09 (#15030037)Brookfiled Residential, Applicant
Phone: 925-743-8000
Bounded by De Anza Pl, Lopez Way, West
Tenth St, and Charles Lux Dr
51 single-family homes and a neighborhood park within the
GLRSP Mataro neighborhood Under Construction MAD X
13 3/18/15 AS 15-11 (#15030055)Brookfiled Residential, Applicant
Phone: 925-743-8000
Bounded by Cimino St, West Luchessa Ave,
West Tenth St, and Charles Lux Dr
77 single-family homes and a private open space area within
the GLRSP Petite Sirah neighborhood Under Construction MAD X
14 4/3/15 AS 15-14 (#15040004)SV Affordable Investors, Applicant
Phone: 408-607-0777
Northwest corner of Cohansey Ave. and
Monterey Rd.
Harvest Park Apartments Phase I: 66 unit low-income
apartment Under Construction MAD IS/MND
15 4/3/15 AS 15-15 (#15040005)SV Affordable Investors, Applicant
Phone: 408-607-0777
Northwest Corner of Cohansey Ave. and Wren
Ave.
Harvest Park Apartments Phase II: 32 unit low-income
apartment Under Construction MAD IS/MND
16 6/5/15 AS 15-24 (#15060011)Calatlantic Homes, Developer
Phone: 925-383-4286 8450 Wren Ave.70 single-family residence Under Construction TWA IS/MND
17 11/24/15 AS 15-41 (#15110035)Meta Housing Corporation, Developer
Phone: 310-575-3543 111 Lewis St 4-story, 104-unit low income Apartment Complex in Cannery
District Under Construction MAD X
18 02/05/16 Z 16-02 (#16020011)Meritage Homes, Developer
Phone: 707-359-2038 Hecker Pass Hecker Pass Specific Plan Amendment #6 Proposed TWA (EMC)
January 24, 2018
PLANNING CURRENT PROJECT LIST
Residential Projects Involving Single Application
BE
9/9/16
6 1/16/18 Hecker Pass North, LLC, Developer
Phone: 408-836-9290 Hecker Pass (APN:783-04-023)73 SFR lots, 7 common spaces, and public and private streets
by establishing a new PUD overlay Proposed
Adam Hudson, Developer
Phone: 408-271-0500 First Street and Kern Avenue5 4-story, 120-unit apartment on an approximately 148,456 lot
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4 Meritage Homes, Developer
Phone: 707-359-2038 Third Street SP (EMC)
9/4/16
9/7/16
Tim Filice, Developer
Phone: 408-847-4224
9-lot SFR subdivision within Hecker Pass Special District
(HPSD)Proposed
North of Santa Teresa Blvd Proposed125-unit townhomes at GLR Town Center Multi-Family Area MAD
Residential Projects Involving Multiple Applications
2
Mark Hewell, Developer
Phone: 408-483-2400 Vickery & Kern Avenues Urban Service Area Amendment for annexation of 5.46 acres
and prezone to Neighborhood District MADOn Hold1
Jan R. Hochhauser, Architect
Phone: 805-962-2746, Ext. 102 8955 Monterey Rd 78-unit apartment complex with new 4,600 commercial space MADProposed
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19 05/18/16 TM 16-02 (#16050031)R.J. Dyer Real Property Investment, Inc.
Phone: 408-847-1553 Thomas Ln TM for subdividing 14 single-family residential lots Proposed BE
20 08/19/16 AS 16-31 (#16080033)Steve Gibson, Developer
Phone: 408-710-7772 2262 Columbine Ct Single Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
21 08/22/16 AS 16-32 (#16080034) Meritage Homes, Developer
Phone: 707-359-2038 2730 Lone Oak Court 73 single-family residence Under Construction SP (EMC)
22 08/25/16 AS 16-33 (#16080044)City of Gilroy W. Luchessa Ave and Miller Ave.New Glen Loma Ranch Fire Station Proposed MAD X
23 10/25/16 AS 16-47 (#16100026)Walid Nazzal, Architect
Phone: 408-772-6096 8755 Wild Iris Dr.Single Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
24 11/28/16 AS 16-48 (#16110032)Peter Dworschak, Developer
Phone: 530-613-6911 9175 Tea Tree Way Single Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
25 02/28/17 AS 17-07 (#17020041)Stephen Machado, Developer
Phone: 408-781-6451 7224 Church St.New 2,008 SF duplex home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
26 03/21/17 AS 17-13 (#17030062)James Baldwin, Architect
Phone: 408-448-2012 1820 Carob Ct.Single-Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
27 03/30/17 AS 17-15 (#17030085)D & Z Design, Architect
Phone: 408-778-7005 Eagle Ridge 16-lot single-family hillside residential
development in Eagle Ridge Approved on 12/13/17 JH (Rincon)X
28 04/03/17 AS 17-16 (#17040001)D & Z Design, Architect
Phone: 408-778-7005 2140 Hollyhock Ln Single-Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
29 04/19/17 AS 17-18 (#17030040)Oscar Medrano, Developer
Phone: 831-801-0242 250 Gurries Rd An additional 2,846 SF duplex to an existing
single-family residence Proposed JH (Rincon)X
30 04/26/17 AS 17-19 (#17040037)Alexander Angkawijaya, Architect
Phone: 408-431-2952 8735 Wild Iris Dr.Single-Family Hillside Home Proposed JH (Rincon)X
31 9/12/17 AS 13-26 (#13090024)Meritage Homes, Developer
Phone: 707-359-2038 Cohansey and Monterey Rd Cohansey Bridge Addendum Initial Study/Negative Declaration Proposed MAD MND
32 10/25/17 AS 17-34 (#17100048)D & Z Design, Architect
Phone: 408-778-7005 2282 Gunnera Ct.Single-Family Hillside Home Proposed JH X
33 10/25/17 AS 17-35 (#17100050)Cameron Waston, Developer
Phone: 408-690-3037 8565 Strawberry Ln Single-Family Hillside Home Proposed JH X
34 12/15/17 AS 17-37 (#17120021)Caleb Roope, Applicant
Phone: 530-906-6967 Santa Teresa Blvd 158-unit apartment project at Glen Loma Ranch Proposed MAD
35 01/17/18 AS 18-04 (#18010027)D & Z Design, Architect
Phone: 408-778-7005 8955 Mimosa Ct.Single-family hillside home Proposed JL X
ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
08/31/16 AS 16-38 (#16080053)
09/01/16 CUP 16-04 (#16080006)
09/11/16 AS 17-25 (#17070046)Proposed BE
09/11/16 M 17-07 (#17050003)Proposed Hexagon
09/11/16 HP 17-04 (#17070047)Proposed ML (DJP)
ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
38 12/11/14 AS 14-46 (#14120015)Kevin Nijjar, Developer
Phone: 559-264-5650 5975 Travel Park Circle Hampton Inn: 4-story, 100-room hotel with basement parking
garage Under Construction VN IS/MND
39 10/26/15 AS 15-37 (#15100042)George Ramstad, Architect
Phone: 408-842-9942 7320, 7330, 7340 Monterey Renovation of a downtown URM building Approved on 5/26/18 SO X
40 05/25/16 AS 16-20 (#16050055)Jim Rubnitz, Developer
Phone: 408-813-6416 6901 Cameron Blvd 7,018 SF Chevron carwash, retail and canopy Proposed BE X
Commercial Projects Involving Single Application
Commercial Projects Involving Multiple Applications
2256 Coral Bell Ct Installation of a new AT&T wireless antenna facilityPaul Strom, Applicant
Phone: 734-812-8741 Proposed SK36
Chris Vanni, Applicant
Phone: 408-847-919037 Northwest of First Street and Kelton Avenue Approximat12,000 SF commercial complex
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41 09/12/16 AS 16-40 (#16090017)Trac N. Vu, Developer
Phone: 408-506-0739 850 Pacheco Pass Highway New 4,975 SF fueling canopy and underground
tanks replacement Approved on 12/13/17 CS (Rincon)X
42 01/26/17 AS 17-02 (#17010029)Hecker Pass Commercial, LLC, Developer
Phone: 408-836-9290 2475 Hecker Pass Commercial and residential mixed use in HPSD Proposed TWA (EMC)
/MAD IS/MND
43 03/24/17 AS 17-03 (#17020027)Mobilitie, Applicant
Phone: 209-470-0861 7381 Eigleberry St.Antennas installation on an existing utility pole within public
right-of-way
Approved on
12/22/17 JL X
44 4/17/2017 AS 17-17 (#17040010)Mobilitie, Applicant
Phone: 209-470-0861 601 Leavesley Rd Antennas installation on an existing utility pole within public
right-of-way
Approved on
12/22/17 JL X
45 05/12/17 AS 17-21 (#17050016)Tony Ho, Developer
Phone: 310-844-6521 8425 Monterey Rd Tenant improvement to convert a warehouse use to an auto
repair use Proposed BE X
46 08/04/17 AS 17-26 (#17080010)MBL & Sons, Inc., Applicant
Phone: 408-410-6990 11 First St. 5,388 SF PV solar carport on an existing parking
lot Under Construction JB X
47 09/01/17 AS 17-28 (#17090001)Jack Huang, Developer
Phone: 408-423-9138 7151 Monterey Rd URM retrofit and two story addition for a 2-unit
apartment Proposed JB X
48 10/25/17 DUP 17-03 (#17100049)Jeso Greg, Developer 7373 Monterey Rd Brewery pub with eating establishment Proposed JB X
49 11/08/17 AS 17-36 (#17110006)Leah Hernikl, Applicant
Phone: 408-799-1182 8091 Swanston Ln Wireless monopole upgrades Approved on 1/5/18 JL/SK X
50 11/14/17 DUP 17-04 (#17110012)Eric Ingram, Applicant
Phone: 408-482-1462 7419 Monterey Rd Micro-brewing and tasting Proposed JL X
51 01/09/18 AS 18-02 (#18010014)Anna Doan, Applicant
Phone: 909-467-8914 727 1st St.McDonald's restaurant remodel Proposed JB
ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
08/24/17 GPA 17-01 (#17080047)GPA for converting a cut-through road to be a cul-de-sac JR (EMC)
01/09/18 AS 18-01 (#18010011)Two single-story warehouse buildings totaling 173,740 SF BE
ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
53 10/12/15 AS 15-34 (#15100018)Carl Salinas/Hanna & Brunetti/Lon Davis
Phone: 408-842-2173 360-380 Obata Two industrial lots -- construction storage yards Approved on 1/22/18 JB X
54 06/28/16 AS 16-25 (#16060050)Vince Rivero, Architect
Phone: 408-813-2010 6705 Silacci Way 91,045 SF for contractor truck parking and
equipment yard Proposed BE X
55 09/14/16 AS 16-41 (#16090019)YISRAEL 26, LLC, Applicant
Phone: 408-921-1882 9080 San Ysidro Ave 114,035 SF self-storage facility Plan Check BW (Kimley-
Horn)/MAD X
56 10/21/16 AS 16-46 (#16100023)Performance Food Group, LLC
Phone: 415-200-9460 5480 Monterey Road construction of a grocery and dry goods distribution center that
includes a 347,651 square-foot warehouse Plan Check SR (EMC)/SO EIR
57 03/06/17 AS 17-08 (#17030017)Gilroy Storage LLC, Developer
Phone: 530-886-8558 6500 & 6700 Cameron Blvd. 40,125 SF additions to an existing self-storage facility Proposed BE X
58 07/11/17 AS 17-23 (#17070011)Lon Davis, Architect
Phone: 408-778-2525 5727 Obata Way A 10,500 SF industrial building with warehouse
and steel fabrication Proposed JB X
59 03/09/17 AS 17-04 (#17020009)Steve Devich, Architect
Phone: 650-308-5278 205 Mayock Rd.10,000 SF addition to an existing industrial building Plan Check CS
(Rincon)/BE X
60 09/28/17 AS 17-32 (#17090040)Jeffrey Eaton, Applicant
Phone: 408-691-8998 904 Holloway Rd 9,971 SF addition to an existing laundary facility Proposed BE X
61 10/11/17 AS 17-33 (#17100019)Robert DeGrasse, Applicant
Phone: 209-575-1415 8333 Swanston Ln 15,800 SF addition to an existing Germains
Seed inddustrial building Proposed SP (EMC)X
Industrial Projects Involving Multiple Applications
Industrial Projects Involving Single Application
52 McCarthy Gilroy LLC, Developer
Phone: 408-356-2300 6503 Cameron Blvd & 1001 Ventura Way Proposed
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ID DATE
FILED
FILE
NUMBER APPLICANT AND CONTACT LOCATION DESCRIPTION STATUS PLANNER CEQA
A 12/2/15 Z 15-11 (#15120003)City Development Standards Review Proposed DB
B 7/13/13 GPA 13-02 (#13100001)City New General Plan Proposed SK
C 12/2/15 GPA 15-02 (#15120002),
Z 15-12 (#15120004)City High Speed Train Station Area Plan Proposed DB/KA
D 12/2/13 City Affordable Housing Policy Proposed SK
E City Sportspark Annexation On Hold RT
F 12/2/15 Z 15-13 (#15120005)City Color Palette Ordinance On Hold RT
G 12/2/15 Z 15-14 (#15120006)City Updates to Landscape requirements - MWELO Proposed
H 12/14/15 Z 15-16 (#15120033)City Zone Text Amendment - Administrative Hearing
Process Proposed SO
I 5/6/16 M 16-06 (#16050019)City Window Replacement for Historic Building On Hold RT
J 9/2/16 M16-10 (#16090007)City CEQA analysis of 10th Street bridge project Proposed MAD
K 3/22/17 M 17-06 (#17030071)City First Street Bike/Pedestrian Study Proposed SK
L 5/23/17 M 17-08 (#17050039)City Wayfinding Signs On Hold RT
M 8/9/17 Z 17-04 (#17080014)City Economic Development Incentives Ordinance
Amendment Proposed SO
N 8/16/17 Z 17-05 (#17080026)City Wireless Telecommunication Facilities Ordinance
Amendment Proposed SK
O 8/16/17 Z 17-06 (#17080027)City Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Amendment CC Approved on
1/8/18 JB
P 8/25/17 M 17-14 (#17080051)City Status of Development Process Updates Proposed SO
Q 10/13/17 Z 17-07 (#17100024)City Comply with State law pertaining to recreation
marijuana use Proposed SO
R 11/9/17 Z 17-08 (#17110009)City Landscape Ordinance Update Proposed SK
S 1/9/18 M 18-01 (#18010019)City Santa Clara Valley Agricultural Plan Proposed SK
T 1/24/18 M 18-02 (#18010039)City Parklet policy Proposed JB
RECENT ACTION TAKEN
NEW PROJECTS
City Ordinance Amendment, Policy Amendment & Other Projects
9.A
Packet Pg. 29 Communication: Current Planning Projects (report attached) (INFORMATIONAL ITEMS)
TM = Tentative Map BE = Brad Evanson, 408-846-0439
TUP = Temporary Use Permit Brad.Evanson@cityofgilroy.org
USA = Urban Service Area Amendment DB = David Bischoff, 408-846-0451
V = Variance david.bischoff@cityofgilroy.org
Z = Zone Change JB = Jessie Bristow, 408-846-0214
EIR = Environmental Impact Report Jessie.Bristow@cityofgilroy.org
A-EIR = Environmental Impact Report
Addendum JC = Jim Carney, 408-846-0209
MND = Mitigated Negative Declaration Jim.Carney@cityofgilroy.org
X = Exempt from CEQA (California
Environmental Quality Act) or a project
In Process = Application submitted,
being evaluated for completeness
Incomplete = Application reviewed,
deemed incomplete (missing information)SP = Stuart Poulter, EMC Planning Group
Complete = Application reviewed, deemed
complete (all information submitted) 831-649-1799, #216 or poulter@emcplanning.com 408-248-3500, or mlisenbee@davidjpowers.com
TWA = Teri Wissler Adam, EMC Planning Group CS = Christy Sabdo, Rincon Consultants, Inc.
831-649-1799 #203 or wissler@emcplanning.com 831-920-5423 or csabdo@rinconconsultants.com
RJ = Richard James, EMC Planning Group JH = Jerry Hittleman, Rincon Consultants, Inc.
831-649-1799, # 206 or james@emcplanning.com 805-644-4455 or jhittleman@rinconconsultants.com
SDS = Stacey De Shazo, Evans & De Shazo
707-812-7400 or stacey@evans-deshazo.com
Planning Staff
Contract Planner
JL = Jia Liu, 408-846-0471
Jia.Liu@cityofgilroy.org
KA = Kristi Abrams 408-846-0451
kristi.abrams@cityofgilroy.org
MAD = Melissa Durkin, 408-846-0451
melissa.durkin@cityofgilroy.org
SK = Stan Ketchum, 408-846-0451
stan.ketchum@cityofgilroy.org
ML = Michael Lisenbee, David J. Powers &
Associates
SPE = Small Project Exemption
A = Annexation
AS = Architectural & Site
AHE = Affordable Housing Exemption
CUP = Conditional Use Permit
DSPE = Downtown Specific Plan Exemption
DTSUP = Downtown Special Use Permit
GPA = General Plan Amendment
HP = Habitat Plan Permit
M = Miscellaneous
MD = Minor Deviation
RDO = Residential Development Ordinance
Planning Applications
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Packet Pg. 30 Communication: Current Planning Projects (report attached) (INFORMATIONAL ITEMS)
City of Gilroy
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy CA 95020
(408) 846-0451 (408) 846-0429 (fax)
www.cityofgilroy.org
Home Occupations:
Date Applicant Address Project Description
1/8/18 David Robeson 771 LaPaloma Way Office for Electrical Contractor
1/8/18 Joy Holt 6594 Lopez Way Office for Online Computer Sales
1/8/18 Abraham Calderon 7409 Alexander St. Office for Road Service Tire Repair
1/10/18 Juan Thang 1600 Dovetail Way Office for Convergent System Service
1/10/18 Romelia Machucoa 7540 Chestnut Str. Office for Daycare Services
1/11/18 Bernie Zambrano 8988 Church St. Office for home repairs
1/17/18 Victoria Avelar 9250 Wren Ave Office for Janitorial Services
1/18/18 Elizabeth Perea 9359 Monterey Ave. Office of Clothing Sales
9.B
Packet Pg. 31 Communication: Planning Staff Approvals (report attached) (INFORMATIONAL ITEMS)
City of Gilroy
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy CA 95020
(408) 846-0451 (408) 846-0429 (fax)
www.cityofgilroy.org
Architectural & Site Approvals:
Date Approved File No. Applicant Address Project Description
Date
Approved File No. Applicant Address Project Description
1/5/18 AS 17-36 Leah Hernikl 8091 Swanston Ln. Wireless Monopole Upgrades
1/22/18 AS 15-34
Carl Salinas/Hanna &
Brunetti/Lon Davis 360 & 380 Obata
Two Industrial Lots—Construction
storage yards
AS 17-04 Steve Devich 205 Mayock Ct Remodel for 10,000 SF added
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Packet Pg. 32 Communication: Planning Staff Approvals (report attached) (INFORMATIONAL ITEMS)