2024/07/11 Planning Commission Resolution 2024-12PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2024-12
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE MT. TAYLOR CHILDREN'S DAY CARE CENTER FOR AN
INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF DAYCARE CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN THE PROGRAM LOCATED AT 190 ARLEN DRIVE (APN 143-380-032)
WHEREAS, the applicant, V aralakshmi DuraiN ariqakshLCC, filed Planning
Application No. PLUP24-0002 for an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit for the Mt. Taylor children's day care center to allow an increase in the number of daycare children participating in the program at 190 Arlen Avenue (APN143-051-086), in accordance with the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code;
WHEREAS, Planning Application No. PLUP24-0002 was processed in the time and
manner prescribed by State and local law;
WHEREAS, on July 11, 2024, the Planning Commission reviewed Planning Application
No. PLUP24-0002 during a scheduled and duly noticed public hearing at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify either in support of or opposition to the project; and
WHEREAS, at the July 11, 2024, Planning Commission meeting, upon hearing and
considering all testimony and arguments, if any, of all persons desiring to be heard, the
Commission considered all the facts relating to Planning Application No. PLUP24-0002.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK DOES RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
Section 2. Findings. The Planning Commission, in approving Planning Application No.
PLUP24-0002, makes the following findings, as required by Municipal Code section 17.25.014 (finding for conditional use permits):
A.That the proposed location of the conditional use is consistent with the objectives of thezoning ordinance and the purpose of the district in which the site is located
Criteria Satisfied. The R-H zoning designation supports a broad range of dwelling types
and uses which meet the diverse economic and social needs of the residents consistentwith sound standards of public health and safety. The amendment to the existing day carefacility proposal is consistent with this direction and will provide a convenient andneeded service to families residing or working in this area that desire a personalenrichment facility for their family.
B.That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under which it
would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or
welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity, and that theoperation and maintenance of the conditional use will be compatible with thesurrounding uses.
Criteria Satisfied. The project will not have a negative effect on the public health, safety,day care center program has gone through extensive background and application
processes through the California Department of Social Services/Child Care Licensing to ensure that day care center facility meets established health and safety standards through the monitoring of facilities, providing technical assistance, and establishing partnerships
with providers, parents, and the child care community. Routine inspections are also conducted by the Rohnert Park Public Safety Department and the proposed amendment has been approved by the Fire Marshall.
Onsite parking exceeds the municipal code standards for this type of use, including the additional staff and children proposed through this amendment. Staff observation of drop
off and pickup practices confirms that parking and circulation are adequate.
C.The proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable provisions of thistitle.Criteria Satisfied. The day care facility will adhere to any and all conditions of approval.The proposed expansion of the day care center would occupy a space within an existingbuilding. There will be no expansion of floor area or construction of new structures. Staffhas determined that the parking supply and circulation patterns are sufficient for theexpanded use and facility. Sufficient staffing is also available to monitor the day care
center activity and the applicant has been informed on all signage and noise relatedstandards.
Section 4. Environmental Clearance. The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 15301 (Class 1 -
Existing Facilities).
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Planning Commission does hereby approve Planning Application No. PLUP24-0002 subject to the following conditions:
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1.Expiration of Approval -Pursuant to the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code, thisapproval shall allow ongoing operation until such time that an amendment is requested or
the use has been abandoned for 180 days.
2.Conforn1ance with Municipal Code and Other Agency Plans -All improvements shall
comply with all applicable sections of the City of Rohnert Park Municipal Code and any
other applicable relevant plans of affected agencies including the State Department ofSocial Services/Community Care licensing.
3.The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits and clearances from the Rohnert ParkBuilding and Public Safety Departments for any modifications to the interior.
4.The use shall be operated in a manner that does not create a public or private nuisanceincluding excessive noises as defined in Chapter 9.44 (Noise) and Chapter 17.12.030
(Noise Standards) of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code. Any such nuisance must be abated
immediately upon notice by the City.
5.The site and surrounding area shall be maintained free oflitter, refuse, and debris.
6.Any signage requires Planning and Building approval prior to installation.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said action shall not be deemed final until the appeal period has expired and that the appeal period shall be ten (10) working days from the date of said action. No building permits shall be issued until the appeal period has expired, providing there are no appeals.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED on this 11th day of July 2024 by the City of Rohnert Park Planning Commission by the following vote:
A YES: J/.-NOES: L ABSENT: _L_ABSTAIN: K
AUSTlN-DILLON� EPSTElN � LAM�RLOFF &te.-STRIPLEN�
pstein, Chairperson, Rohnert Park Planning Commission
Attest: � /j/�Clotile Blanks, Recording Secretary