PC 04/27/88 - Laserfiche WebLink

Gary King, Lot No. 1, Foxbrough Estates, who has a common boundary to the subject site spoke against the proposed grading plan and urged that the developer not be allowed to cut and fill to the extent they desire to do so. The first he had knowledge of the proposed grading plan was 48 hours prior to the Planning Commission meeting when he was notified by Chris Beratlis by telephone. Mr. King was adamantly opposed to having up to 30' feet of fill along the common property line. People most effected by the fill are not privy to the information concerning the proposed grading permit. Mr. King stated that he feels the property owners of the area are not having their rights protected. Cut/Fill to the degree proposed will have an adverse effect on Foxbrough Estates as a whole. Mr. King reported that Mr. Beratlis said that he has made his buyers aware of the plan for the future, but others who purchase lots from other individuals are not being made aware of the plans. Mr. King doubted that the owners of Lot 3 were notified of the proposed grading plan. Mr. King reported that he had discussed the matter with a new homeowner directly across the street from him and he indicated that he was aware of the grading plan proposed. When asked how he (the neighbor) felt about 30' of fill and the fact that it would impair his view, he responded to Mr. King that he was not aware of the extent of the fill. Commissioner Hoyt commented that there is no map nor report explaining what is to take place. Commissioner Michelotti discussed the view from Mr. King's house with him. Mr. King indicated that at the present time he has a good view which will be impaired with approval of this grading permit as proposed. Other properties won't be as affected by the proposed grading because of their particular pad elevation. The public hearing notice process was then discussed. Chairman Lindsey asked Mr. Quaglia to review the usual procedure. Mr. Quaglia explained that at the time of notice of the tentative map the owner of the property was either Ralph Martin or HSC Development and not the existing single-lot owners. Commissioner Tarver then asked the status of Tract 5835 and the subject Beratlis property and whether or not there is a proposal for the subject site. Mr. Quaglia said no proposal has yet been received for the Beratlis site. Chairman Lindsey asked that if a plan came before the Planning Commission for this property would the Planning Commission have the authority to move the proposed fill. Mr. Quaglia said they could require this or other changes. Commissioner Tarver felt if 30' fill is allowed it might set out the land for a specific type of development. Chris Beratlis, 425 Main Street, represented Amador Valley Savings and Loan as well as his personal interest. Mr. Beratlis said he would be happy to answer any questions posed to him. Minutes Planning Commission