Subject: Agricultural
Buffers - Legal Precedents
Date: Thu 8/2/2001 8:38 AM
From: Tamara Lewis-Thompson Tamara@winterkramerjessup.net
Like many communities located along Colorado's Front
Range, Fort Collins is experiencing rapid growth and related development
pressures. Traditional agricultural communities and their cultural resources
are being threatened by new development. Our firm has been retained by the
City of Fort Collins to assemble current information relevant to this topic
area. In particular, the City is seeking to better understand its
opportunities for protecting such resources through:
- The establishment of appropriate buffer areas;
- Understanding useful methodologies for
establishing such standards;
- Knowledge of any legal precedents for
establishing such standards.
If you have any relevant information with regard to
this topic area, please contact:
Tamara@winterkramerjessup.net
Tamara Lewis-Thompson
Winter, Kramer & Jessup, LLC
775 Poplar Ave., Boulder CO 80304
(303) 440-1255
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Subject: $21
Million in Cool Roof Rebates Available
Date: Wed 8/1/2001 12:45 PM
From: Alison Pernell e-mail: apernell@lgc.org
The Local Government Commission (LGC) is
partnering with the California Energy Commission (CEC) to help California
reduce energy consumption through the installation of light-colored
"Cool Roofs" that reflect rather than absorb heat. Through the
"Cool Savings" incentives program, the CEC is offering rebates to
reduce peak electricity demand. By reducing roof temperature by 50-60º F,
these cool roofs offer many benefits to building owners and occupants, as
well as the community at large, such as:
- Reduced energy cooling costs (averaging
20%)
- Improved building comfort
- Decreased roofing maintenance /
replacement costs
- Reduced ambient air temperatures
- Reduced peak electricity demand
- Reduced roofing waste
Local government, institutional and
commercial buildings as well as some residential developments are eligible.
If you are planning to re-roof an existing building or roof a new building
in the next year, don't miss out on this opportunity! After September 30th,
rebates will be reduced from 20¢ to 15¢/s.f.
To learn more about cool roofs and the "Cool Savings" incentive
program, visit the LGC's web site at: www.lgc.org/techserve/coolroofs
or call 1-888-891-COOL.
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Subject: Building
Codes for Designated Historic Structures
Date: Wed 8/1/2001 2:07 PM
From: Vivian Kahn vkahn@ci.berkeley.ca.us
The State of California also has a State Historic Building Code that can be
used in lieu of Uniform Building Code when making alterations to designated
historic structures. In addition, some California jurisdictions, including
Oakland, have amended the UBC to facilitate adaptive reuse. Contact the
California State Office of Historic Preservation (they're on the web) for
further info.
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Subject:
Decorative Ponds
Date: Tue 7/31/2001 10:35 AM
From: beverly miles e-mail: bclark@ci.reidsville.nc.us
I am in desperate need of any thoughts regarding
decorative ponds. Our ordinance specifically list 20% criteria for open
space in rear yards. The applicant wants to use 40%. That is if we consider
a decorative pond as an accessory use. Should this use be compared to a
swimming pool or should a text amendment for a special category on
decorative ponds be written.? HHHEEELLLPPP!!! What are your thoughts?
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Subject:
Issuing Partial Building Permits
Date: Thu 7/26/2001 3:32 PM
From: e-mail: Charleys@cityofukiah.com
Are there any communities out there that routinely
issue separate"building" permits for grading, site improvements,
foundations, and the actual buildings? In your community, what are the pro's
and con's? Thanks.
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Subject: Use
of Concrete Pavers vs. Asphalt
Date: Sat 7/21/2001 8:55 AM
From: Gerry Le Francois e-mail: gerrylef@yahoo.com
Any communities(that get cold weather & snow)
using pavers for cross walks, street scapes, etc. versus just asphalt
concrete. I am working on a walkable community/street scape project and need
to know how pavers hold up to snow plows, tire chains, etc. Any help would
be great. Thanks, Gerry in Mammoth Lakes, CA.
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Subject: Design
Standards for Industrial Live/Work Areas
Date: Wed 7/18/2001 2:34 PM
From: Gino Pastori-Ng e-mail: mprado@oaklandnet.com
I am an intern with the city of Oakland. I need any
information possible on design standards for industrial/residential areas.
For example, the new artist loft district in Long Beach. We are improving an
industrial area and are looking for ideas about how to incorporate both
industrial and residential spaces.
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Subject: Hawaii
Congress of Planning Officials Conference 2001
Date: Wed 7/18/2001 1:04 AM
From name: Lee-Ann Choy e-mail: prc@hawaii.rr.com
"Sustainable Communities: One Place, One People,
One Vision" is this year's theme for the Hawaii Congress of Planning
Officials 2001 Conference, hosted by the City & County of Honolulu,
Department of Planning & Permitting. The Conference will be held September
12 - 14, 2001 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa in
Honolulu, Hawaii. Conference registration is $200. For registration
information and hotel accommodations, call Pacific Rim Concepts LLC at
808-864-9812 or email at prc@hawaii.rr.com
Aloha!
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Subject: Minor annexations of City-owned land without updated Master
Service Element
Date: Mon 7/16/2001 2:19 PM
From: e-mail CharleyS@cityofukiah.com
Are there any communites pursuing or attempting to pursue minor
annexations of City-owned land without having an updated Master Service
Element? We have two City-owned parcels currently used for public purposes
that are situated outside of and adjacent to the City limits. All City
services are readily available. The local LAFCO has indicated that they
likely will require the updating of our Master Service Element prior to
considering the annexations. We would prefer to annex the parcels soon, and
update the Master Service Element later this year when we undertake an
amendment (reduction!) to our Sphere of Influence. Any comments or
suggestions?
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Subject: Parking Standards for Court Facilities
Date: Fri 7/13/2001 10:41 AM
From: Virginia Eldred e-mail: veldred@roseville.ca.us
The City of Roseville is researching parking standards
of jurisdictions which have county court facilities located within their
Cities. The S. Placer Courts are looking to possibly relocate in Roseville and
we need to let them know what we'd be looking for in terms of parking. In
addition to the courts and administrative offices, they'd also include holding
cells, so a straight office ratio doesn't really fit.
I would appreciate any information which you may have
available. Thank you.
Virginia Eldred
Planning Aide
Phone - 916-774-5276
FAX - 916-774-5129
316 Vernon Street, Suite 104
Roseville, CA 95978
veldred@roseville.ca.us
Article 15, Section 1502.A.7. of the Kings County
Zoning Ordinance contains the following parking requirements for Public Uses:
7. Public Use: (a) City, county, special district, state and federal
administrative offices - one (1) space for each three (3) employees, plus one
(1) space for each one thousand (1,000) square feet of net floor area. (b)
Public buildings and grounds other than administrative offices and educational
uses - one (1) space for each three (3) employees of the maximum working
shift, plus the number of additional spaces required by the zoning
administrator or Planning Commission.
Mr. Sandy Roper
Assistant Zoning Administrator
Kings County Planning Agency
1400 W. Lacey Blvd.
Hanford, CA 93230
(559) 582-3211 Ext. 2673
sroper@co.kings.ca.us
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Subject: Census
2000 Detailed Data Available
Date: Thu 7/12/2001 6:08 PM
From: Warren Glimpse e-mail: wglimpse@proximityone.com
The Census Bureau has now started release of the first
detailed data from Census 2000. The Summary File 1 provides data to the census
block level for "complete count" subject matter items ... including
the first data for ZIP code tabulation areas (ZCTAs). You can selectively
download data from the Census web server and integrate these data with other
data in GIS and other application environments. We have posted new Census 2000
map files (including the ZCTA boundary files) that are now freely downloadable
http://proximityone.com/maps2000.htm.
http://proximityone.com/cen2000.htm#about
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Subject: Religious
Zoning
Date: Thu 7/12/2001 10:26 AM
From: Darsi Bakker e-mail: dbakker@cedargrove.org
Does anyone know of any city in California that has
designated "Religious" zoning? In most cities, churches are located
within "residential" zones (or sometimes commercial or industrial)
and operate under a Conditional Use Permit, but I have heard that some cities
actually have separate zoning for churches. In the city I live in the
"conditions" on the Conditional Use Permit are directly related to
how loud the neighbors complain and vary widely from one location to another.
If "Religious" zoning exists, I would also appreciate any
information on how to initiate this zoning process change.
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Subject:
Standards for switching stations
Date: Fri 6/29/2001 10:22 AM
Name: Scott Donnell
Providers of high speed internet access (DSL, cable)
need switching stations throughout the City of Carlsbad. These swtiching
stations are small equipment buildings that can be placed above ground or
mostly below ground. Does anyone know of review standards for these
facilities? I am looking for aesthetic requirements and perhaps a tiered
review process that allows well-screened or mostly underground facilities to
be approved administratively, as opposed to the standard CUP requirement for
"public or quasi-public utility installations." A web site address
where I could look at an ordinance, policy, etc., would be helpful.
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Subject: Suggestions
for dealing with county residents who are anti-zoning
Date: Mon 6/25/2001 11:46 AM
From: Carrie
The Regional Planning Commission I work for has contracted to prepare a
county comprehensive plan. Many rural residents of this county are adamantly
opposed to county zoning on the basis that they do not want the government
telling them what they can or can not do with their land. Does anyone have
any suggestions on how to approach these people to help convince them that
zoning has its merits? Thank you.
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Subject: Seeking
Salary information
Date: Mon 6/18/2001 6:57 AM
E-mail: vllobas@princeton.edu
I am looking for approximate base salary ranges for
an Associate or Senior Analyst position working in a research/consulting
firm in RE/development- masterplanning, feasibility work, etc. (San
Francisco area). Intermediate position, 5+ years experience related field,
Ivy-league Masters degree. Any comments/advice/ranges would be greatly
appreciated- I am new to the West Coast U.S. area. Thank you!
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Subject: Density
Bonus for High End Units
Date: Thu 6/14/2001 11:49 AM
From: Melanie Kush mkush@ci.santee.ca.us
Are there any cities out there that
have developed a density bonus for high end units? You read right! Not
affordable units, but homes for the rich and famous. E-mail me at mkush@ci.santee.ca.us
if you can help. Thanks
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Subject: County
Planning & Protection of Endangered Species Habitat
Date: Thu 6/7/2001 10:13 AM
From: e-mail: benjaminx@co.monterey.ca
I'm looking for information on any counties that
have taken steps towards the protection of endangered species habitat
through the planning department. In my county, we are debating the issue of
requiring people to submit reports if they are in an area where an
endangered species are considered likely to be found. We are a bit worried
this might blow up in our faces so we are looking for examples of action
that has been taken in other areas. If anyone can help, please email.
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Subject: Residential
Density--30 Foot Height Limit
Date: Mon 5/21/2001 11:51 AM
From: e-mail: bhf@sdcity.sannet.gov
I am a graduate student studying City Planning and
would like to know what kind of residential densities can be achieved within
a 30 foot height limit? Also, how many stories can be built within this
height limit? Is 30 feet a realistic height of a building or is it
realistically a little above this or a little below? Any answers to these
questions and/or examples of residential projects under 30 feet in height
would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for your help!
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Subject: City
Wayfinding & Directional signage consultants?
Date: Tue 5/8/2001 4:03 PM
From: George A. Berger, AICP gaberger@city.newport-beach.ca.us
My city has initiated a search for qualified,
experienced planning & design consultants to assist us with a project to
establish a citywide program of wayfinding and directional street signage.
We are also interested in "cleaning up" the existing street
signage. If your jurisdiction has established and implemented such a
program, I would be very interested in speaking with you about possible
contacts--and how your process went. If you represent a consultant who may
be qualified in this specific area, please contact me to send out a SOQ.
Thanks.
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Subject: Planning
Associations in South American Countries
Date: Tue 5/8/2001 12:09 PM
From: Kristy e-mail: klebaron@home.com
Wondering if anyone knows of any planning
associations in South American countries? I haven't had much luck searching
the Internet. I am looking for something similar to the Canadian Institute
of Planners or the American Planning Association.
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Subject: Substandard
Lots
Date: Fri 5/4/2001 11:35 PM
From: Monta Duweling e-mail: montas1@juno.com
The question has been raised whether a lot that is
substantially compliant (i.e. contains at least the minimum lot size 6000 sq
ft) but is odd shaped (lot is rectangular with say a 45 degree taken out a
one end built in 1948) is considered a buildable lot . Some say no that the
lot does not meet the minimum requirements of 60x100. Others say that a
creative developer could produce the minimum lot size. The real question is
if a planner opts to deny the lot to be built upon then in essence is this a
taking and does this constitute the denial of ones full use of property?
Case law usually deals with built grandfathered uses but I fail to find much
regarding vacant land that was developed before current standards.
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Subject: Internet
Cafes
Date: Tue 4/17/2001 11:13 AM
From: Paul Kuykendall e-mail: pkuykend@lakewoodcity.org
We are interested in knowing what requirements other
cities have pertaining to internet cafe businesses. What are your parking
requirements? Is a Conditional Use Permit required? What impacts have such
uses had in your city?
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Subject: General
Plan Amendment Moratoriums
Date: Mon 3/26/2001 12:43 PM
From: Todd Galarneau e-mail: tgalarn@ci.santee.ca.us
My City is currently in the process of a comprehensive
update of our General Plan. As is typical, we are considering a number of
City revisions to our land use plan as well as a fair number of requests
from private (and other public) property owners. My question is whether
anyone has, or is aware of another jurisdiction which has imposed a
"moratorium" on additional GP Amendment requests for a period of
time following a comprehensive update effort. We are thinking about a period
of a couple years following completion of the update while retaining the
Council's ability to hear amendment requests that involve unusual or
extraordinary circumstances.
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Subject: Urban Sprawl and the
Environment
Date: Wed 3/21/2001 2:47 PM
Kris e-mail: blade2230@hotmail.com
I am doing a project on Urban Sprawl and if you know
how this is ether helping or killing the environment please e-mail me.
Thanks for reading
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Subject: Rewriting
the comprehensive plan
Date: Fri 3/9/2001 4:49 PM
From: Patricia McCormick e-mail: patrimccor@aol.com
I am looking for advice and a new slant on
rewriting old comprehensive plans.
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Subject:
Fast Food Restaurant Standards
Date: Mon 3/12/2001 2:21 PM
From: Pierre Martinez, AICP; e-mail: pierrem@rocklin.ca.gov
Does anybody have information on standards
(specifically, stacking and drive-through length) for fast food restaurants
(e.g. Mc Donalds, Jack-in-the- Box, etc). If so, please email me ASAP. Also
if anyone is aware of any studies related to stacking lengths for such
projects.
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Subject:
Subdivision open space
Date: Wed 3/7/2001 12:28 PM
Name: Citizens for Intelligent Growth, e-mail: archdoc@silcom.com
I have helped form this group to address planning
issues in Buellton, CA. Specifically we are making comment at the planning
commission meetings, and responding to a Mit. Neg. Dec. on a project which
is offering 3 acres of unbuildable land as "open space". This to
allow him to dilute his project of 29 townhouses on .9 acres to 7.4 units
per acre with the useless land included. "Open Space" is one
element that is too loosely defined, hence the abuse. Any comments or
suggestions about the legality of this, etc. would be appreciated
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Subject: Vacation
Home Rentals
Date: Tue 2/20/2001 10:27 AM
From Wendie Schulenburg; e-mail: wschulenburg@steamboat-springs.net
I am interested in any information pertaining to how
jurisdications are regulating short term vacation home rentals. My
jurisdication, which is a resort community, limits a short term rental to 30
days or less and currently does not regulate these types of uses.
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Subject: Boston
Park System
Date: Mon 2/19/2001 5:15 AM
From: Jan Willem Kooijmans e-mail: janwillem@deltametropool.nl
I'm a student (MSc) in The Netherlands and I'm working
on a research on a park system in the western part of The Netherlands.
Therefor that I want to take the Boston park system as an example. I've got
already some literature on the subject, but I'm looking for some other
information-sources. Can you help me where I can find information about the
parksystem? Jan Willem Kooijmans Deltametropool Association Postbus 2885
2601 CW Delft The Netherlands +31 (0)15 2152014
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Subject: Speaker's
Commission on Regionalism
Date: Wed 2/14/2001 8:00 PM
From: Steven M. Masura, AICP; e-mail: masuraaicp@aol.com
The web site for the Speaker's Commission on
Regionalism is www.regionalism.org.
I would encourage everyone to provide input to the commission. This is a
great chance to improve real planning collaboration and address some
important issues such as land fiscalization problems.
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Subject: CEQA
Analysis and the Energy Situation
Date: Mon 1/22/2001 11:02 AM
From: Brian Tetley email: btetley@co.santa-barbara.ca.us
Question: The Energy section of Initial
Studies have generally been uneventful reading. However, with the new energy
situation, has anyone revised analysis or discussion under the energy
section such as discussion of what the different stage alerts mean or even
assigning impacts and mitigations due to the energy situation?
Thanks.
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Subject:
Mansionization
Date: Sat 1/20/2001 1:40 PM
From: Stephen J. Kerlin, AICP e-mail: ashland1@ma.ultranet.com
I am interested in finding any zoning by-laws or
ordinances that discuss maximum floor areas of residential homes and the
relationship to the degree of slope. In my working community there are
vacant lots that are anywhere from 15,000 square feet (cluster lot) to
30,000 square feet plus (conventional lot. In addition there are cases where
smaller homes are being demolished for larger houses. I have seen the
Belmont California zoning with a slope to FAR table but the numbers don't
work that well and the community relies on an absolute maximum and minimum.
If there are any good suggestions out there, please notify me. Thank you.
You can e-mail me at ashland1@ma.ultranet.com
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Subject:
Large Houses: Policies, FARs, Parking Standards
From: Dawn Einwalter
dreinwalter@ucdavis.edu
Date: Thu 1/11/2001 11:52 AM
The City of Davis is developing a policy to
address large houses in established neighborhoods of smaller homes. We are
particularly interested in "floor area ratios" and how they might
have been successfully applied. We are also interested in revising our
residential parking standards, as related to large houses.
If you have any information, please contact
me at this email address or
530-757-5660.
Dawn Einwalter
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Subject: Live/work
ordinance references
From: Thomas Dundon e-mail: tdundon@ci.santa-cruz.ca.us
Date: Wed 1/3/2001 8:02 AM
I would appreciate hearing from anyone who
can recommend good information sources on existing live/work zoning
ordinances. I will be interested in obtaining copies of ordinances and in
discussing some of the main challenges in the development of live/work
zoning.
Thanks.
Thomas Dundon
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Subject: CEQA
Net - a new website from OPR
Date: Wed 1/3/2001 12:40 PM
From: Terry Rivasplata e-mail: terryr@jsanet.com
The State Clearinghouse in the Office of Planning and
Research has unveiled its long-awaited online access to its CEQA database.
Searches for individual CEQA documents, projects, or lead agencies are now
possible. Check it out at: www.ceqanet.ca.gov.
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Subject: In
Lieu Park Fees
Date: Wed 1/3/2001 8:02 AM
From: Miroo Brewer, e-mail: mbrewer@co.sanmateo.ca.us
The County of San Mateo is looking to update its
method of calculating in-lieu park fees. Currently a proposed subdivision
containing 50 parcels or less, only an in-lieu park fee may be required of
the subdivider.
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Subject:
Free Urban Development
Planning Magazines
From: janak e-mail: janak2002@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday, December 28, 2000 2:04 AM
I want to receive hard copies
of magazines related to Urban Planning or Urban Development. Please be kind
enough to send subscription forms to: janak2002@yahoo.com.
Thank you
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Subject: Standard
Conditions of Approval
Date Tue, 5 Dec 2000 141409 -0800 (PST)
From Raffi Boloyan raffi.boloyan@ci.san-rafael.ca.us
I am undertaking a project to streamline and
standardize our project review process and the application of conditions of
approval. The goal is to have standard conditions identified by the various
Departments in a easy manner and then include the applicable conditions in
project approval resolutions.
I would like to discuss this process wiith
anyone who has experience utilizing a similar process and see any good
examples from other jurisdictions.
Thanks in advance
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Subject:
Methodologies for calculating level of service in traffic studies
Date: Thu, 30 Nov 2000 104805 -0800 (PST)
From: Helene Bucman hbuchman@ci.santa-barbara.ca.us
Our staff is reviewing proposed methodologies
for calculating LOS in traffic studies and we're discussing the HCM delay
methodology vs. ICU or Circ. 212. We're preparing to do a workshop on this
with our Planning Commission and it's a very sensitive issue.
We would appreciate hearing what other cities
use and whether or not there are strong preferences.
Thanks -
Helene Buchman
Transportation Planning Manager
City of Santa Barbara
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Subject: Wanted
- success stories about development along urban streams
Date Thu, 26 Oct 2000 113936 -0700 (PDT)
From: Hal Voege, e-mail halvoege@ix.netcom.com
Sacramento Urban Creeks Council is looking for success
stories describing environmentally sound planning for new development along urban streams.
What was done? Who did it? What were the results?
What made it successful?
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Subject:
Subdivision Conditions
Date Thu, 19 Oct 2000 103615 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jeff Hamilton e-mail jhamilton@ci.glendale.ca.us
I have a 20 unit condo proposed for construction. The application is
for a tentative tract map. The Fire Dept. wants a condition requiring a 10 foot setback
where "openings" (windows and doors) would be considered "exits"
(generally where the windows face the side and rear property lines). Right now, many of
the outer walls have an 8 foot setback from the property lines. The Fire Code does not
require this. An 8-foot setback is allowed if the windows are "rated." The Fire
Dept. in Glendale does not want to rely on this provision of the Code. They feel there is
a safety hazard here that needs to be addressed by a condition.
I would appreciate your comments about whether this is 1) an
appropriate condition of approval of the tentative tract map, or 2) an environmental
mitigation measure.
Thanks.
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Subject: Motorcycle motocross tracks
Date Wed, 18 Oct 2000 094435 -0700 (PDT)
From: James Griffin e-mail jgriffin@ci.el-cajon.ca.us
Has anyone had an experience with this type of facility. We
are requiring a conditional use permit and an acoustical report but I'm not sure that that
will give us all of the information that we will need. Please advise.
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Subject:
Computers in Planning
Date Tue, 10 Oct 2000 185703 -0700 (PDT)
From: Matt Marquez, e-mail greenpark32@usa.net
I need information on what types of computer programs are
used in the field of urban planning. I also need to know what function the computer
plays in the life of a planner.
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Subject:
Urban Parks and Scenic Easements
Date: Sat, 30 Sep 2000 213042 -0700 (PDT)
From: RonSelge@aol.com
Long Beach, California Redevelopment proposes a condo high
rise adjacent to a public palisades park (Victory Park). Construction will block out
views to the Pacific, Harbor, and Queen Mary and cast the park into shade. Any
suggestions regarding stopping this? Incidentally, construction will also obstruct
views from apartment building on state and national historic register.
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Subject
Big Box (Target) redesigns
Date Fri, 29 Sep 2000 132425 -0700 (PDT)
From: Todd Galarneau, Senior Planner e-mail tgalarn@ci.santee.ca.us
Our City is in the early stages of redesigning a planned
entertainment center to accomodate a Target store in the design. We are anticipating
resistance from Target in reconfiguring their store and / or reorienting the entrance(s)
to allow the store to open up to the planned plaza area (and existing trolley / transit
station rather than the main parking lot.
We would be interested in the experiences any other jurisdictions
may have had in getting the Target Stores to agree to unusual and innovative building
configurations and / or the use of multiple entrances.
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Subject:
Theater renovations
Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2000 133437 -0700 (PDT)
From: e-mail sss_silver@hotmail.com
We are currently in the very first stages of a project in which our
town will be renovating an historical theater. We are looking for any information to
help us get this project off the ground. If you know any one who has been involved
in such a project we would appreciate their expertise as well. All information can be
forwarded to the above e-mail. thank you!
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Subject: Height limitation applicability
Date Thu, 21 Sep 2000 151002 -0700 (PDT)
From Dan Forster e-mail 75451.3461@compuserve.com
I am on a planning board that is dealing with a military
base reuse issue. In short, a referendum passed many years ago placed a 30 foot
hieght limit on all development in the coastal zone regardless of the underlying zoning.
At the time the base was federal so it did not apply there. Now the base
belongs to the city.
The question has been raised, if the land is sold to the
private sector or used for commercial or other private purposes does the 30 foot limit
apply? Some say yes others no. The no taking the position that the zoning
didn't apply at the time and it doesn't today as the reuse planning process will create a
different zone with diferent height limitations.
I'd like to hear other comments on this.
Thanks,
Dan Forster
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Subject: Cattle Grazing Abatement
Date Thu, 21 Sep 2000 150233 -0700 (PDT)
From Dan Forster e-mail dforster@ci.-chula-vista.ca.us
The City of Chula Vista is in the process of finalizing our Multiple
species conservation Program. One of the implementing ordinances that we are going
to develop to implement the MSCP is a CATTLE GRAZING ABATEMENT ORDINANCE.
Does anyone have a reference to an existing ordinance that we can
use as an example?
If so, please contact me by phone or e-mail.
Dan Forster 619-476-5348
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Subject:
Sign Programs for Auto Dealer Centers
Date Fri, 10 Sep 1999 135423 -0700 (PDT)
From: Diane Jenkins, AICP e-mail dianeg@ci.riverside.ca.us
I am looking for samples of comprehensive sign programs for
auto dealerships. If you have information conerning this topic please give me a call
at (909) 782-5625.
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Subject: Redevelopment
Date: Wed, 23 Aug 2000 131157 -0700 (PDT)
From: Gail Easley e-mail easleyg@aol.com
I am looking for zoning or land development codes that are
particularly supportive of redevelopment. Does anyone know of such?
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Subject: Thrift store drop-off issues
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 082140 -0700
From Pete Parkinson PPARKINS@sonoma-county.org
Like many places, we have a problem here in Sonoma County with
after-hours drop offs at thrift stores and donation trailers. Much of the material that is
dropped off at night is simply garbage that creates a costly problem for the nonprofit
running the thrift store and an unsightly trash problem for the neighborhood. Aside from a
24-hour security guard, has anyone seen a successful way of addressing this problem?
Pete Parkinson, AICP
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Subject:
Residential Parking Districts
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 16:26:54 -0700 (PDT)
From: Dana McGarry e-mail: dmcgarry@turlock.ca.us
Looking for ordinances on residential parking districts.
Perhaps near a university or community college?
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Subject: Check
Cashing For Federal Payments
Date: Tue, 22 Aug 2000 08:04:13 -0700 (PDT)
From: Paul Kuykendall e-mail: pkuykend@lakewoodcity.org
In light of the federal government's new electronic funds transfer program for people
receiving federal payments, I am interested in how other cities might modify or adopt
ordinances relating to check cashing. It is my understanding that under the new
program, recipients would be issued some sort of ATM card so that they can receive
payments from ATM's. Money would be drawn from special accounts set up by the
federal government.
Any information, ideas and/or experiences are welcome.
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Subject:
Beach Access
Date Sun, 20 Aug 2000 140831 -0700 (PDT)
From: easleyg@aol.com
Does anyone know of local government that implements an
impact fee for beach access?
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Subject: Redevelopment
Date Sun, 20 Aug 2000 140559 -0700 (PDT)
From: easleyg@aol.com
I am looking for local governments that have zoning codes or
development standards that are particularly supportive of redevelopment. Does anyone
know of such? Thank you.
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Subject: Need
advice on prof liability insurance for firm
Date Tue, 15 Aug 2000 142302 -0700 (PDT)
From: (name witheld)
Has anyone found a firm, broker, or plan providing professional
liability insurance, which they like enough to recommend? I am starting a private
practice and am lost in the quagmire of options. Any tips, recommendations, advice
would be highly appreciated. No solicitations please.
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Subject:
Tree Preservation Ordinances
Date Wed, 9 Aug 2000 064317 -0700 (PDT)
From: Sebastian DeGregorio e-mail: sjdcrcog@vicon.net
I am looking for a California community that has developed a
community tree preservation ordinance. I would especiallly be interested in an
ordinance that has followed Prof. Ted Swiecki's outline as noted on his Phytosphere
Research, Inc.(phytosphere@phytosphere.com) website. Prof. Swiecki has indicated that many
California communities have used his outline and steps to constructing a well rounded tree
preservation ordinance, I just can't find one!!!!!! If anyone can provide me with a
digital or hard copy of one of these ordinances I would be eternally greatful. Please
reply as soon as possible, thank you.
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Subject: CEQA implementing procedures
Date Wed, 2 Aug 2000 165624 -0700 (PDT)
From: manny2001@altavista.com
Has anyone developed CEQA implementing procedures for a
city or have any useful tips on doing this ? According to CEQA guideline all cities
are required to do this. We are in the process of doing this.
I would apreciate any information.
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Subject: Chickens
in Residential Zones
Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2000 082011 -0700 (PDT)
From: Marc Bierdzinski e-mail mbierdzinski@ci.santa-maria.ca.us
Our zoning ordinance is silent on the keeping of chickens in a
residential zone which is now leading to problems. I am looking for answers to the
following questions from jurisdictions that allow the keeping of chickens on lots located
in residential zoning districts.
1. Does your zoning ordinance regulate the number
of chickens that can be kept on a lot within the residential zoning district?
2. Is there a minimum lot size on which chickens
are allowed to be kept?
Please provide a name and phone number of a contact person who can
be reached for further discussion. Thanks!
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Subject: Monster
Homes
Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2000 142434 -0700 (PDT)
From: R. Brooke e-mail rbrooke@coastal.ca.gov
I'm looking for information regarding resource impacts
(infrastructure, trip generation, visual, etc.) of large homes, particularly in rural
areas.
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Subject:
Parking Standards for Infill and/or small lot SFR units
Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2000 131315 -0700 (PDT)
From: Ted J. Commerdinger, AICP e-mail tcommerd@ci.cypress.ca.us
The City of Cypress seeks copies of any municipal parking standards
dealing specifically with infill and/or small lot single family detached product.
Specifically, we look for information related to ratios tied to bedroom counts, the amount
of parking area to landscape area and whether the implemented standards work in the real
world. Any and all assistance is appreciated.
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Subject:
Sociology, Architecture and the Environment
Date Mon, 10 Jul 2000 183455 -0700 (PDT)
Iif you are familiar with Michael Reynolds "earthships"
website, solar, raincatching, human manure composting, indoor plants for oxygen, ideas --
that is what I feel is correct for the environment; but, if mankind is a social
animal we should include private and public spaces in an optimum size group, say, 16
members, with designated quiet space and an asthetic daylighting and green space
incorporated into multi-generational tribal housing "system"similar to the
people of the longhouse or the South American Indian MOLLOCA which means both house and
tribe and family. This could fit on a 40 x 40 pad or average lot thus housing 16 people
rather than 3.5 per household.
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Subject:
View protection/preservation
Date: Fri, 7 Jul 2000 103251 -0700 (PDT)
From: John Bowler e-mail jbowler@ci.burbank.ca.us
Burbank has come under some pressure to do something
to protect views from residential properties (obviously mostly from the hillside areas in
the east part of the city). I am doing preliminary research on the subject. I
would like references to any sources of information on this subject you might know of.
I would appreciate information on both architectural controls (i.e on structures)
and controls on trees, landscaping, etc.
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Subject:
Model Tree Preservation Ordinances
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2000 130219 -0700 (PDT)
From: Trish Meek e-mail PL1crcog@vicon.net
I'm looking for Model Tree Preservation ordinances. Links to
ordinances online would be great, or copies could be faxed to (814) 231-3088.
Thanks,
Trish Meek
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Subject:
PLANetizen Online Daily Urban Planning News and Jobs
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2000 102613 -0700 (PDT)
From: Chris Steins, e-mail steins@planetizen.com
PLANetizen is a public-interest website providing daily
California urban planning news and a job bank of over 50 planning jobs. www.planetizen.com/
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Subject:
Transit Village Development Planning
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2000 140142 -0700 (PDT)
From: Kit Faubion e-mail mkf@meyersnave.com
Has anyone done a "transit village" plan under
Government Code section 65460, et seq.? Any information is appreciated.
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Subject: How Do
You Regulate "Granny Flats"
Date Tue, 16 May 2000 170838 -0700
From "Betsy McCullough" <BAM@sdcity.sannet.gov>
I am interested in hearing how you are regulating second units on
single dwelling unit lots as required by State law.
1) Did you adopt your own ordinance or use the Government Code
sections?
2) What kind of occupany restrictions do you require for the second
units? number of occupants? senior citizens? disabled? students?
3) How many have been permitted over how many years.
If you are interested in the City of San Diego's experience, let me
know! Thanks.
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Subject: AICP
study group
Date: Thu, 4 May 2000 162741 -0700 (PDT)
From: e-mail TRMannLA@aol.com
I plan on taking the AICP exam next year and would be interested in
getting together in the Los Angeles area with other urban planning professionals to
discuss ideas. If this sounds interesting, please let me know. I was thinking
about meeting once a week at a coffee bar to make it casual. Comments?
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Subject:
Article XXXIV Successes/Failures
Date: Thu, 27 Apr 2000 171356 -0700 (PDT)
From: Tom Hayes e-mail thayes@ci.chico.ca.us
The City of Chico has relied on a voter approved
Article XXXIV measure to construct low-income housing units over the past twenty years.
Authorization has now almost run out following two previous failed attempts to
approve more units. Are there any cities that have had Article XXXIV measures
approved or turned down by the voters recently? I would be interested in receiving
the ballot language and any suggestions for presenting such a measure to the public in a
favorable light.
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Subject Stacking
distance for drive-thru pharmacies
Date Tue, 25 Apr 2000 110235 -0700 (PDT)
From: Scott Donnell e-mail sdonn@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
Here at the City of Carlsbad in northern San Diego
County, we recently received a submittal for a new drug store with two drive-through
pharmacy lanes. It appears there is only room for cars at the drive-thru window.
Any cars waiting behind would encroach into the drive aisle. Is anybody aware
of a stacking standard, formula, or even a reasonable rule of thumb for this?
Thanks
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Subject:
Computer Arcades
Date Thu, 13 Apr 2000 105844 -0700 (PDT)
From: e-mail sangabriel3@hotmail.com
The City of San Gabriel is requesting information regarding
zoning requirements for computer arcades, internet cafes, rental of computer time, etc...
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Subject Rural
Development Standards
Date Wed, 15 Mar 2000 141712 -0800 (PST)
From: Joel Morse e-mail jmorse@tbplanning.com
Can someone direct me to a good source of "Rural"
development standards or guidelines that have been or are being used in a Southern
California city or county? Thanks. Joel
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Subject: Zoning Ordinance Overhaul
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2000 093758 -0800 (PST)
From: Pete Parkinson, AICP; pparkins@sonoma-county.org
Sonoma County is commencing a major revision and update of its
zoning ordinance. I would like assistance on two issues:
1. I would like to hear from any jurisdiction that has updated their
zoning ordinance relatively recently and feels like they have an ordinance that works
especially well. A county zoning ordinance would be most helpful, but I'd like to hear
from cities too.
2. Our Board of Supervisors has expressed interest in moving toward
a "performance-based" zoning ordinance. I would like to hear from any
jurisdiction that utilizes performance zoning to one degree or another. How does it work
for you?
What are the advantages ane disadvantages?
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Subject: My class
assignment is related to the public interest
Date: Sat, 04 Mar 2000 233648 -0800
From: Bret McNulty fisherpoet@earthlink.net
Hello,
I am a student at Sonoma State University in California.
My Planning Theory and Methodology class is currently working on an assignment
which raises the question, "What is the public interest? Is there any such
thing? (or are there many special interests?) Any one care to speak to this topic?
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Subject: Redevelopment
and Inclusive Zoning
Date: Tue, 29 Feb 2000 094112 -0800 (PST)
From: Don Thomas e-mail dthomas@hcd.ca.gov
I'm attempting to identify any jurisdictions (in California) that
have land use regulations in place that limit development to rental units only.
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Subject:
Downtown Sign Program Guidelines
Date: Wed, 16 Feb 2000 104156 -0800 (PST)
From: Ted J. Commerdinger, AICP; e-mail tcommerd@ci.cypress.ca.us
I am currently seeking examples of downtown sign guideline
programs with particular reference to limited numbers of typeface styles, text and
background colors. Anyone have any input/examples? Thanks for the help.
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Subject: Housing Overcrowding
Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2000 212219 -0800 (PST)
From: e-mail planit2000@email.msn.com
Any ideas on what type of data to retrieve to determine overcrowding
in an area of the City of Los Angeles. Any information on starting points re variables
etc.
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Subject: Nuisance Abatement
Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2000 211859 -0800 (PST)
From: e-mail planit2000@email.msn.com
I am looking for information regarding nuisance abatement
properties, how they are handled, particularly in the City of Los Angeles. Any information
on regulations or articles would be helpful.
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Subject: Economic Development Uses for ArcView
Date: Mon, 7 Feb 2000 122347 -0800 (PST)
From: David C.e-mail dchantarangsu@ci.glendora.ca.us
Is anyone familiar with data sources or uses for Arcview in
an economic development context?
Please send me an email if you have.
Thanks!
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Subject
Census 2000
Date Wed, 2 Feb 2000 162555 -0800 (PST)
From: Maureen Morton, AICP e-mail mmorton@hillsca.org
Am I the only one who thinks it is very odd that all
U.S. Census 2000 material (& I've been getting lots of boxes and rolls of maps) is
sent via FedEx, rather than USPS? They don't have faith in their own delivery folks?
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Subject: California
Planning and Development Report...on your Palm Pilot!
Date: Mon, 31 Jan 2000 185731 -0800 (PST)
From: George Osner; e-mail gosner@ci.modesto.ca.us
Bill Fulton has made the last couple of issues of CP&DR
available on the web in abbreviated form.
Now you can snag these pages up on your Palm or Win CE
device, and have something to read in that boring meeting--it really works. To do
this you'll need to register for Avantgo, the go to CP&DR's website and set the page
as a "channel." It's way simpler than it sounds, trust me.
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Subject:
Planner Postions in Fresno County
Date: Wed, 26 Jan 2000 153105 -0800 (PST)
From: jstover@fresno.ca.gov
We've been advertising Fresno County Planner (Staff Analyst
I/II/III-A) positions on the jobs page for over three weeks and have had virtually no
response from folks w/a formal planning background...Would appreciate HONEST feedback via
e-mail about your view of the challenges Fresno County faces in trying to recruit
professional planners. Please respond via e-mail to stover@fresno.ca.gov
Your comments will be held in the strictest confidence.
Thanks to anyone who takes a moment to respond.
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Subject:
"Compensation" for siting of undesirable land uses
Date Thu, 6 Jan 2000 152543 -0800 (PST)
From: Dan deGrassi dan.degrassi@co.santa-cruz.ca.us
Can any one provide me with references on the subject of
neighborhood or community "compensation" in return for the siting of an
"offensive" public facility such as a wastewater treatment plant, landfill,
noisy or smelly industrial type use (e.g., bus maintenance yard), etc. not so much direct
monetary compensation to individuals, but more like local public improvements, funding a
community center, buying open space, etc. please respond to my e-mail address as i don't
subscribe to this list. thanks.
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Subject:
Planning Commissioner Compensation
Date: Tue, 4 Jan 2000 165609 -0800 (PST)
From "David Bryant" DVB@sdcity.sannet.gov
I would like information regarding how the 10 largest
Cities in California compensate their Planning Commissioners.
Sincerely,
David Bryant
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Subject: Parking
& Urban Revitalization
Date: Wed, 22 Dec 1999 154119 -0800 (PST)
From: Deirdre Gabbay e-mail deirdre@farrell.org
Hi. Can anyone refer me to literature on successful efforts to
revitalize urban neighborhoods by modifying parking policies? Also, if you know of
anything that's been done on the effect of changes in parking adequacy/suitability on land
values that would be quite interesting.
Thanks,
Deirdre Gabbay
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Subject:
Consultants for Highest & Best Land Use Study
Date: Fri, 10 Dec 1999 11:53:51 -0800 (PST)
From: David Chantarangsu e-mail: dchantarangsu@ci.glendora.ca.us
I'm looking for a consultant to conduct a highest and best land use
study in the Los Angeles area. Please let me know of any firms with which you've had good
(or bad) experiences.
Thanks
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Subject: State/Federal
funds for coastal/shoreline projects
Date: Mon, 6 Dec 1999 10:20:48 -0800 (PST)
From: Eric Munoz e-mail: emuno@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
BACKGROUND: The city of Carlsbad in northern
San Diego County is undertaking a study which could join the northbound and southbound
lanes of Coast Highway along the city's southern blufftop areas. These roadbeds are
currently up to 200 feet apart and joining them would open up surplus land that could be
used for coastal or shoreline access, linear parks, beach parking, passive recreational
amenities, etc. Also involved is a potential land swap between the City and State Parks.
The City is in the conceptual study stages.
QUESTION: Recognizing that there are
numerous shoreline/coastal/blufftop parklands up and down the coast, I was wondering what
state or federal funding or grants programs/opportunities are out there to assist with
financing. Are there grants or funds that become available to a city if certain public
access or public amenity features were designed into a shoreline park or coastal bluff
overview type of project. Any input from coastal planners on shoreline park development
and funding options would be very much appreciated. Possible field trips in
January/February to further investigate certain sites if warranted.
Eric Munoz/Senior Planner/760.438.1161.ext. 4441/email: emuno@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
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Subject:
Consultant Needed for Urban Stream Restoration
Date: Fri, 29 Oct 1999 03:48:36 "GMT"
From: Don Houston e-mail: dhouston@nctimes.net
Seeking referral for urban stream restoration design and consulting
for proposed project in Encinitas, San Diego County. City Council has approved allocation
of funds. Prefer firm or individual with experience in re-vegetation of native
riparian/wetland plant communities.
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Subject:
Creek Setback Exceptions/restoration Ordinance
Date: Sat, 23 Oct 1999 19:57:10 -0700 (PDT)
From: Trish Anderson e-mail: siberite@napanet.net
Hello all planners--i am drafting a creek setback ordinance which
will allow some exceptions for small lot sizes--looking for language for requiring
riparian restoration for exceptions, also for increasing height, decreasing building
setback requirements, parking requirements etc. as part of an exception process to apply a
standard creek setback, but allow greater development elsewhere. Thank you all planners!!
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Subject: World
Town Planning Day
Date: From: Collette Morse, AICP, at (949) 855-3653 e-mail
CCAPA invites all planners to participate in the 50th
anniversary of World Town Planning Day on November 8, 1999. For more information on
World Town Planning Day, visit the APA website at www.planning.org./abtaicp/world.htm
or contact CCAPA's World Town Planning Coordinator, Collette Morse, AICP, at (949)
855-3653.
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Subject: Important
Planning Sites Wanted
Date: From: Dev Vrat e-mail: dev@calapa.org
California APA is updating its' list of planning related websites.
Please let us know about any great websites you are aware of. Check our current listing and please e-mail us about resources
you use.
Thank you.
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Subject: Growth
& Development on Sierra East Slope
Date: From: Marty Mitchell e-mail:
Dear California APA,
I am a physical geographer and writer for Erosion Control magazine,
the publication of the the International Erosion Control Association. I am researching an
article about population growth and booming development in the Intermountain West,
particularly along the eastern footslopes of the Cascade-Sierra mountains. I am looking
for public and private sector people who are working with planning and zoning, stormwater,
water resources, development standards, or hillslope and channel dynamics in these areas.
In short, I want to talk with people who are working with the challenges of accommodating
development in these lands of little rainfall.
If you have a list serve on which I may post this question, I would
be grateful if you can direct me its manager. Alternately, perhaps you can direct this
question to colleagues who are working with these issues.
Thank you very much. - Marty Mitchell
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Subject: Standards
of Completeness
Date: Fri, 15 Oct 1999 07:11:23 -0700 (PDT)
From: Martin Jacobson e-mail: martin.jacobson@co.santa-cruz.ca.us
Section 65940 of the Gov't Code requires local agencies to compile a
detailed list of information that is required to be submitted by applicants for
development proposals. Santa Cruz County has complied with this requirement for the
various types of permits we process (commercial, coastal, subdivisions). However, the
quality of materials submitted is not always consistent. Other than concluding that all
required materials have been submitted, have any jurisdictions established a set of
criteria to determine what constitutes a complete development application?
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Subject:
Commercial & Office uses occupying Single Family Residences
Date: Wed, 4 Aug 1999 15:29:56 -0700 (PDT)
From: Joseph R. Vacca e-mail: jvacca@ci.san-dimas.ca.us
This question goes out to City Planners of any and all incorporated
cities. Our planning department of San Dimas, is doing research to find out if any cities
have developed ordinances, guidelines, or development standards to treat the occurance of
commercial and office uses occupying Single Family residences. We are looking for any
guidelines or ordinances which treat this situation in an extraordinary way. If your city
has developed ways to treat single family residnces which are functioning as commercial or
office uses please contact the City of San Dimas Planning Department at 909.394.6255, ask
for Joe Vacca. Thank You.
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Subject: Habitat Mitigation Policy
Date: Tue, 3 Aug 1999 08:34:34 -0700 (PDT)
From: Dan Coleman e-mail: dcoleman@ci.rancho-cucamonga.ca.us
I am researching mitigation policies for the destruction of coastal
sage scrub (CSS) habitat. Interested in finding examples of adopted ratios of mitigation
(i.e., 1:1, 3:1, etc.). Are there any cities or counties that require developer to
purchase CSS habitat off-site to mitigate the loss of CSS on site? What criteria, such as
quality of CSS, is used to determine the ratio of habitat mitigation?
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Subject: Fence/wall
height standards
Date: Wed, 21 Jul 1999 12:01:25 -0700 (PDT)
From: Doug Darnell e-mail: Doug.Darnell@Westcov.org
The City of West Covina is currently considering options for amending its existing
residential wall/fence height standards to establish more flexibility with respect to
maximum fence height.
If your city's code contains provisions for an administrative or discretionary review
process tailored specifically for modifications to wall height standards, please contact
me at (626) 814-8422 or E-mail me. Any information you can provide will be appreciated.
Thanks, Doug Darnell
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Subject:
Automotive Industrial Parks
Date: Tue, 20 Jul 1999 17:13:02 -0700 (PDT)
From: Geoff Garbutt e-mail: ggarbutt@urban-systems.com
Hello,
My name is Geoff Garbutt, I am a consultant with a Land Use Planning
Firm in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada. I am looking for information on Industrial
Parks whose focus is the automotive industry. I was wondering if you could give me some
information on any of the manufacturers or sites in your area. I am specifically
interested in parks whose anchor tenant is an automotive manufacturer and the other
tenants are linked or associated with the main tenant. I am also interested in how the
planning agency has zoned or put land use controls on these sites. If you have any
information or if you can put me in touch with other people who may be able to help please
contact me at ggarbutt@urban-systems.com
or at (250) 762-2517.
Yours Truly,
Geoff Garbutt
Urban Systems
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Subject: Initial Study Checklist Form Tailored to Individual Projects Under an MEIR
or Program EIR
Date: Wed, 14 Jul 1999 16:52:49 -0700 (PDT)
From: Laura Kaufman e-mail: laura@cajaeir.com
I am looking for samples of Initial Study Checklist Forms
re-designed to demonstrate whether an individual project complies with a MEIR or Program
EIR. (For example, the "No Impact" category might be changed to "No New
Impacts", focusing on the fact that no impacts would occur beyond those already
addressed in the previous MEIR or Program EIR.) Even if there are no working samples
available, I would appreciate any suggestions.
Thank you!
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Subject: CEQA
Thresholds of Significance
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 13:08:16 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry Rivasplata, e-mail: terryr@jsanet.com
The 1998 CEQA Guidelines revisions encourage agencies to adopt a set
of "thresholds of significance" to help determine when projects may have a
significant environmental effect. I'm looking for agencies that are currently working on
thresholds, that have adopted thresholds this year, or that have thresholds in place that
were enacted after a public review process. If you have any examples, please let me know.
Thanks.
Terry Rivasplata
Jones and Stokes Assoc.
2600 V Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95818
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Subject: Where
are all the planners?
Date: Sun, 13 Jun 1999 21:46:54 -0700 (PDT)
From: Richard Carson e-mail: richcarson@msn.com
I just completed a study that looks at the total number of planners
in each state, and also on a per capita and by square miles. Find out which states are
truly planning Meccas and which aren't.
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Subject: Vesting
Date: Thu, 1 Jul 1999 16:35:46 -0700 (PDT)
From: Sean Gaffney, e-mail: sgaffne@co.pierce.wa.us
I am interested in how other cities and counties vest for stormwater design standards.
Specifically, if a subdivision of land or a special use permit, is the applicant protected
against the adoption of more stringent regulations or does the permit need to be issued
before vesting occurs? Or perhaps some time later in the process?
Thanks
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Subject: Bourban
Sprawl
Date: Fri, 11 Jun 1999 12:10:53 -0700
From: Dave Fey <DaveF@quadknopf.com>
Read this in a recent Reader's Digest . . .
There's a new drink called Bourbon Sprawl. After a couple of these
the old neighborhood starts to
look good.
Dave Fey
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Subject: Helicopters
and Noise ordinances
Date: Fri, 11 Jun 1999 11:04:47 -0700
From: "Ted Commerdinger" <TCommerd@ci.cypress.ca.us>
We, like most all other agencies, utilize a fairly standardized noise ordinance to address
potential noise-generated conflicts/problems. We have recently run into a situation where
a helicopter was used to lift and mount HVAC components on an industrial building in close
proximity to a SFR area. This was done at 7:00 on a Saturday morning. I'm looking for real
world solutions to this issue (beyond placing a separate set of construction hour
limitations for helicopters). Has anyone faced this issue before and found a creative way
to address it? E-mail or phone responses (714/229-6720) are welcome. Thanks.
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Subject: Housing
Element updates
Date: Thu, 10 Jun 1999 10:48:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: Jennifer Lilley e-mail: plan2@relaypoint.net
We are a small City in the San Gabriel Valley and we are looking to
update our City's housing element. As a planning staff we are curious as to what City's
are paying for consultants to update the element. Any estimates out there, please let me
know. Thanks
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Subject: Back
Issues of "Planning" Magazine
Date: Sat, 5 Jun 1999 12:53:09 -0700 (PDT)
From: Chuck Myer, e-mail: cmyer@gv.net
I have over 20 years of back issues of Planning magazines available
for an office, research or library facility. Contact me to arrange shipping.
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Subject: Residential
TDR Conversions
Date: Thu, 27 May 1999 14:54:59 -0600
From: Peter Fogg <PLFLU@co.boulder.co.us>
Hello from Colorado -
We in Boulder County have had a residential TDR PUD program in place for five years. We
are now interested in considering some form of system that cold convert residential TDRs
into commercial, business and/or industrial equivalents e.g. "x" square feet of
commercial can be obtained by acquiring "y" residential TDRs or "y"
residential square feet. One suggestion was to take the average cost of a TDR on the open
market, comapre that to the average cost per sq. ft. to build C, B, or I facilities, throw
in some FAR bonus ratio, and go with that.
I would appreciate any information or ideas you all may have or be aware of that deals
with TDR conversions from residential to nonresidential uses. If this query is too vague,
please let me know and I'll attempt to put in in a sharper context. Thanks in advance.
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Subject: APA
Lapel Pins
Date: Fri, 21 May 1999 13:59:35 -0700 (PDT)
From: Ed Barry; e-mail: ebarry@georgetowntx.org
I'm interested in communicating with other APA members across the
country who are interested in collecting & trading the many various APA pins made by
APA Chapters, Sections, Departments, etc. Having just recently returned from attending the
National APA Conf. in Seattle it is very evident that this activity continues to gain
momentum throughout the organization. If you'd like to correspond and maybe trade some
pins let me know. I'll look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Ed
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Subject: Los
Angeles and the Automobile
Date: Wed, 19 May 1999 21:28:37 -0700 (PDT)
From: VANESSA LEE; e-mail: VANLEE76@HOTMAIL.COM
I am analyzing the design of the City of Los Angeles with respect to
the automobile. Could anyone help me in the exploration of the physical and social changes
as the movement being expanded in the vertical direction.
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Subject: Innovative
Communication Techniques used in the Citizen Participation Process
Date: Sat, 15 May 1999 12:35:00 -0700 (PDT)
From: Nadia Carvalho, e-mail: carvalho@interchange.ubc.ca
My name is Nadia Carvalho and I am a Masters student at the
University of British Columbia. I am currently working on my thesis and I am looking to
speak to people who work in planning who have used innovative communication techniques
(which can included social marketing and advertising components) for their public
processes which require public input. Please contact me with your experience and or the
frustrations that you have experienced when trying to engage the public.
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Subject: 1999 AICP Exam
Date: Sun, 9 May 1999 21:28:50 -0700 (PDT)
From: Michael Waiczis, AICP e-mail: mrw36@fsufresno.edu
I am interested in your impressions of the 1999 AICP examination. If you took the exam
this year and want to forward your thoughts, critique of the exam, details about what your
saw on the exam, please forward your comments to me at mrw36@fsufresno.edu. I am your state
Professional Development Officer, Mike Waiczis, AICP Thank you.
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Subject: General Plan revision funding sources
Date: Thu, 6 May 1999 14:54:11 -0700 (PDT)
From: Pamela Townsend, Mendocino County Planning; e-mail: townsenp@co.mendocino.ca.us
I am researching methods of funding General Plan revisions. Please email your ideas.
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Subject: Recordation of Discretionary Permit Conditions
Date: Mon, 3 May 1999 15:54:34 -0700 (PDT)
From: Martin Jacobson; e-mail: pln415@co.santa-cruz.ca.us
Because of several recent projects in which the original entitlement
holder sold their project to a new owner, the County of Santa Cruz has initiated a process
that requires the recordation of permit conditions on development proposals in the Office
of the County Recorder. The purpose of this program is to inform potential new owners of
all obligations imposed on the approved project by the County decision-maker(s). Do any
other jurisdictions has a program like this? We're also interested in the mechanics of
recordation in terms of who actually submits the conditions to the Recorder, who covers
the cost of recordation, and if the entitlement holder records the conditions, how do you
insure the correct conditions were recorded. Thanks for any information and experiences
you can provide.
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Subject: Adaptive-Reuse
of inner-city movie theaters
Date: Thu, 29 Apr 1999 13:39:53 -0700 (PDT)
Name: Adam Rosa e-mail: adamrosa@hotmail.com
I am currently pursuing my undergrad thesis in the redevelopment of
6 architecturally significant movie theaters in the Over-The-Rhine and West End
neighborhoods of Cincinnati. I am concentrating on the adaptive re-use of the theaters as
a way to encourage redevelopment and reinvestment in the surrounding distressed areas.
I will be exploring everything from the urban design of the facades and the surrounding
area, to the implementation process of such a plan.
I would be extremely grateful if anyone can recommend resources or examples of this type
of redevelopment. Please email me with your help or comments.
Thanks!
Adam Rosa
University of Cincinnati
E-mail: adamrosa@hotmail.com
Web: http://members.tripod.com/adamrosa/portnew.html
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Subject: "Micro-Winery" in Commercial Zone District
Date: Wed, 21 Apr 1999 18:39:24 -0700 (PDT)
From: Larry Appel e-mail: larry@co.santa-barbara.ca.us
I am interested in knowing if your jurisdiction has experience
permitting micro-wineries or micro-breweries in limited commercial districts. Our
ordinance allows these uses when they are "secondary and accessory" to
restaurants, bars, or lounges. The specific question is how have you defined secondary and
accessory (square footage, profits, etc.)?
Any responses related to this would be appreciated.
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Subject: Parking codes for major cities
Date: Tue, 20 Apr 1999 19:49:33 -0700 (PDT)
From:Lydia M. e-mail: tapestry@mtn.org
I am looking for information about parking codes for a dance hall.
If I were to locate my 8600 square foot building with 2 dance halls of 1400 square feet
and 4100 square feet in your city, what would be the parking requirements? What would be
the allowable occupancy? What is the formula used to determine those figures? THANKS
for your help.
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Subject: Takings
Survey
Date: Mon, 19 Apr 1999 14:43:31 -0700 (PDT)
From: Dan Pollak dpollak@library.ca.gov
City and county planning directors throughout the state of
California are just now receiving a survey questionnaire from the California Research
Bureau.
The survey is intended to assess what effect the takings issue and takings litigation
might be having on land use planning at the local level. I'd like to urge those receiving
the questionnaire to respond. I think the results could be of great interest both to local
and state-level policy-makers, especially if there is a high response rate.
Feel free to contact me if you have questions about the survey or if you have any comments
about this topic in general.
The California Research Bureau is an office within the California State Library
established to provide objective, nonpartisan policy research for the Governor's office,
members of the State Legislature, and other constitutional officers of the State of
California.
Dan Pollak
California Research Bureau
Phone: (916) 657-2645
Fax: (916) 654-5829
E-mail: dpollak@library.ca.gov
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Subject: Studies on
Traffic Safety and Commercial/Street Sign Clutter
Date: Fri, 9 Apr 1999 09:41:34 -0700 (PDT)
From: K. Goodrich tdewan@aol.com
My planning firm is currently in the process of developing design
guidelines for several towns and cities in Maine. Signage has been a particularly
contentious issue in the course of our work with local communities--citizens are clamoring
for fewer, smaller, and less obtrusive signs, while business owners are adamant that signs
must be big, frequent, and bold in order to sustain business health.
I am trying to find out if any studies have been conducted on the correlation between
traffic accidents and road corridors that are particularly cluttered (and thus
distracting) with commercial signs. Can anyone give me a lead?
Thanks.
K. Goodrich
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Subject:
Land use & sprawl
Date: Fri, 2 Apr 1999 05:41:09 -0800 (PST)
Name: Ian Ray e-mail: ihray@aol.com
What should an ordinary citizen offer an inexperienced planning dept
in a 600 sq mile rural county in Washington where old, codified, entrenched planning rules
are sprawling from one city, from scattered patches, and along an Interstate?
You experts know the situation - far-flung homes, schools, commerce connected by roads -
clogged, widened, clogged again, take more agri-land, more roads, etc. Somewhere in this
great land these troubles have been addressed and remedied for long-term preservation of
precious resources, some growth, and quality of living.
Maybe this situation can be turned a little for the better? Experiments going on
somewhere? Successful projects on scales of a few hundred sq miles?
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Subject:
Banned in Portland, Oregon
Date: Sun, 28 Mar 1999 19:22:06 -0800 (PST)
From: Richard Carson e-mail: richcarson@msn.com
Read the planning story that was actually censored in Portland, Oregon -- the so called
Mecca of planning. "Reinventing the Portland Planning Bureau" was originally
written for the Oregon Planner's Journal. However, the director of the Bureau requested
that it not be printed and it wasn't. You can get a free copy via the Internet (specify
Word or text) by contacting the author at "richcarson@msn.com."
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Subject: Regulatory
takings, land use, zoning law
Date: Thu, 21 Jan 1999 21:48:55 -0800 (PST)
I would like to bring to the attention of those
interested in land use regulations, regulatory takings, and urban planning issue of a
recent publication dealing with these matters.
Skouras, George, Takings Law and the Supreme Court: Judicial
Oversight of the Regulatory State's Acquisition, Use, and
Control of Private Property (New York: Peter Lang Publishing, 1998).
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Subject:
Zoning for an Artist Studio and Exhibition space
Date: Thu, 21 Jan 1999 12:32:46 -0800 (PST)
From: Jay Dichoso e-mail: jdichoso@ci.encinitas.ca.us
The Lux Institute is a non-profit entity proposing to develop a
facility within the City of Encinitas, a coastal city found in northern San Diego County.
At this facility, artists would live on site and produce work for exhibition. Nearby
schools or other interested parties would be able to visit the facility to observe
and learn from the artists in residence.
The proposed facility is a unique "use" that does not fit into any of the City's
land use or zoning classifications because it can be considered to be similar to a school,
art gallery, museum, aquarium or botanical garden. A zoning code change may be necessary
to include this use category.
I am interested in learning how other cities may have classified any similar uses. All
suggestions, comments, or referrals to other sources of information would be greatly
appreaciated. Thanks.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
J. DICHOSO
Advanced Planning Technician
City of Encinitas
760-633-2697
jdichoso@ci.encinitas.ca.us
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Subject: Under Grounding Electric Line in Road
Date: Sun, 3 Jan 1999 18:28:15 -0800
(PST)
From: e-mail: jrgutwein@aol.com
Does anybody know where in the CA State Code electic utilities are
exempted from local zoning provisions when digging-up road right-away to install
under-ground electric cable and transmission devices?
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Subject: Chain Store Controls?
Date: December 27,
1998
Name: John Billovits e-mail: jbillovits@aol.com
Has anyone developed zoning controls or specific findings for
discretionary actions limiting chain stores in neighborhood type commercial districts? In
San Francisco we've recently had a number of heated battles over various retail,
restaurant and drug store chains - again. Most of the parties involved seem to agree that
neighborhood character, identity and quality of life are at risk if generic retailers
proliferate displacing local businesses, yet there do not appear to be legal means of
restricting them and developing a meaningful public decision process. Any thoughts and
experiences would be helpful. Thanks.
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Subject: Small
towns and metropolitan sprawl
Date: December 8, 1998
Name: Leland Sanchez e-mail: sanchezfamily@hotmail.com
A project I'm presently working on involves preparing a plan to
limit growth around a small town (36000 pop) on the Sydney metropolitan fringe, in an
effort to preserve its historical character and picturesque rural setting. Environmental
degradation - air and water quality and lack of public transport services are also major
factors. Does anyone know any examples of metropolitan growth pressures having been
stopped/redirected to preserve an historic town or village in the planned path of a large
and growing city?
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Subject:
Cost of Growth Study Released
Date: December 6, 1998
Name: Richard Carson e-mail: richcarson@msn.com
An 80-page report on the cost and benefits of development has just been released. The
author is the editor of the Oregon Planners Journal. Free copies of the report are
available on the web at http://members.aol.com/odumonarch,
by Internet e-mail attachment, or you can get a free disk by mail or a hard copy for
$10.25.
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Subject: Four-plex Rehab
Date: November 30, 1998
Name: Carrie Hamilton carrie@cgmssf.com
I am looking for an article that appeared in California Planner at some point in the last
5 years that dealt with city-assisted rehab of dilapidated 4-plex rental housing. We would
love to find some examples of successful programs that have dealt with this problem, and I
faintly remember an article about a California city's experience with this.
Thanks for your input.
Carrie Hamilton
CGMS Incorporated
(415) 956-2454
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Subject: Flexible Zoning Standards for Historic Districts
Date: November 30, 1998
Name: David Chantarangsu e-mail: dchantarangsu@ci.glendora.ca.us
I am interested in alternative types of development standards other cities have used to
promote rennovations in historic areas (i.e. flexible parking and setback standards).
Please email me if your community has adopted unique zoning standards.
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Subject: 1998 General Plan Guidelines
Date: Thu, 19 Nov 1998 16:09:31 -0800 (PST)
From: Antero Rivasplata trivasplata@opr.ca.gov
The Governor’s Office of Planning and Research has issued the
1998 edition of the General Plan Guidelines. In addition to recounting the minimum content
requirements for city and county general plans and offering helpful suggestions for
preparing plans, the 1998 edition includes new discussions of related topics such as
common optional elements, air quality, transportation planning, the Endangered Species
Acts, and floodplain management.
A limited number of copies of the 1998 General Plan Guidelines are
available directly from OPR. To order a copy of the Guidelines, send a check or money
order for $ 18.00 to: Office of Planning and Research, 1400 Tenth Street, Room 150,
Sacramento, CA 95812-3044. Once you have a copy, you may make as many additional copies as
you wish.
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Subject:: CEQA
Guidelines Amendments
Date: Tue, 27 Oct 1998 10:22:50 -0800 (PST)
From: Terry Rivasplata e-mail: trivasplata@opr.ca.gov
The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) formally approved the proposed comprehensive
changes to the CEQA Guidelines on October 26, 1998. This completes the rulemaking process
begun in October of 1997. These changes take effect immediately.
Some important areas of change include clarification of the determination of whether a
project may contribute to a significant cumulative effect, clarification of how to analyze
historical resources, rules for the recirculation of a negative declaration, guidance on
preparing mitigation monitoring or reporting programs, clarification of mitigation measure
preparation, clarification on the use of tiering, clarification of the limits on the use
of categorical exemptions, and two new categorical exemptions for minor cleanup projects
and historic rehabilitation. In addition, a new Appendix G has been adopted which revamps
the initial study checklist.
The text of the Guidelines revisions is available online at the LUPIN website -- http://ceres.ca.gov/ceqa/. Hard copies are available
from the Resources Agency at (916) 653-5656 and OPR at (916) 445-0613.
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Subject: Historic
Power Stations
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 1998 12:43:57 -0700 (PDT)
From: Karl Grueneis, e-mail: kgruenei@pandr.com
I am interested in examples of large historic/heritage utility
buildings (especially power stations) that have been preserved - reused (ie now used as
Museum, commercial etc).
Any leads/info appreciated
Thanks
Karl
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Subject: Legislation Signed This Year
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 1998 16:50:58 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry Rivasplata e-mail: trivasplata@opr.ca.gov
Here are brief summaries of the 1998 planning and related legislation signed by the
Governor. Code references are to the Government Code unless otherwise noted. All chapters
are from the Statutes of 1998. All bills will take effect January 1, 1999, except the
urgency measures which are already effective. For the summaries, follow this link.
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Subject:: Cell
towers and co-location
Date: Tue, 6 Oct 1998 14:19:28 -0700 (PDT)
From: Martin J. Jacobson e-mail: pln415@co.santa-cruz.ca.us
Due to the proliferation of telecommunication towers, the County of
Santa Cruz is investigating the feasibility of enacting an ordinance that would impose
mandatory co-location requirements on service providers operating in the same geographical
regions. Have any jurisdictions had experiences in this field or enacted ordinances or
General Plan policies on this issue? Any information provided would be appreciated. Snail
mail: Martin Jacobson, County of Santa Cruz Planning Dept., 701 Ocean Street - 4th Floor,
Santa Cruz CA 95060.
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Subject: Nominations
for Fellow of AICP Program
Date: October 5, 1998
From: John E. Bridges e-mail: jebb@electriciti.com
The 1999 APA National Conference in Seattle will be the inaugural year for the AICP
College of Fellows – a group of distinguished AICP planners recognized for their
outstanding contribution to the profession. The new program is similar to AIA, ASCE and
ASLA programs and election to the College of Fellows will be one of the highest honors
AICP can bestow on a member.
CCAPA has established a process through its Sections for review and support of
nominations; however, an individual member of AICP may be nominated without going through
the Chapter process with support of 10 other AICP members. During the month of October,
potential candidates will be identified and the Chapter will select its nominees.
Nomination packets will be prepared in November for submission by December 4, 1998.
Nomination forms describing the process and requirements are available through CCAPA Vice
President for Professional Development, Anne McIntosh, AICP at 626.403.7239 (voice) or
626.403.7211 (fax).
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Subject:
Department administrative procedures manual
Date: Thu, 24 Sep 1998 11:49:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: Steven Harris, AICP CD Director e-mail: harriss@lac.losalamos.nm.us
I am looking for a few good examples of planning dept administrative
procedures manuals. We are undertaking a complete review of each dept's procedures and I
could use the help in updating my dept's. Above all, I need to produce a quality product
that will be the envy of the public works director.
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Subject: The
Writer's Guild For Planners
Date: Wed, 2 Sep 1998 12:33:46
From: Sid Lindmark e-mail: SidLindmarkAICP@compuserve.com
APA
members in the Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego sections are invited to join The Writer's
Guild for Planners for 1999. Guild members explore planning issues of personal interest
and publish articles on local and regional planning issues in APA publications. The Guild
helps members identify topics and resources, reviews preliminary articles, and facilitates
publication.
For additional information, and a membership application, send a
request to SidLindmarkAICP@compuserve.com
or fax a request to 949/855-2122 during business hours
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Subject: Sacramento
Valley Section Launches New Website
Date: Sat, 29 Aug 1998
From: Dev Vrat, CCAPA Webmaster
The Sacramento Valley Section has announced it Internet presence at:
www.sactoapa.org. If your section isn't
online yet and would like to be, please e-mail me at imago@silcom.com.
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Subject: New
amendment to the CEQA Guidelines
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 1998 08:51:36 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry Rivasplata; e-mail: trivasplata@opr.ca.gov
The Office of Administrative Law approved the following amendment to
Section 15064(i) of the CEQA Guidelines on August 24, 1998. It takes effect immediately.
This amendment is intended to bolster the use of "thresholds of significance"
and to clarify that compliance with standards and regulations for the protection of the
environment can be used to determine the significance of a project's impact.
The set of comprehensive amendments being proposed by the Resources Agency is still in the
rulemaking process and has not yet been submitted to the Office of Administrative Law for
consideration. A decision on that set of amendments is not expected until October.
15064(i)
(1)(A) Except as otherwise required by Section 15065, a change in the environment is not a
significant effect if the change complies with a standard that meets the definition in
subsection (i) (3).
(B) If there is a conflict between standards, the lead agency shall
determine which standard is appropriate for purposes of this subsection based upon
substantial evidence in light of the whole record.
(C) Notwithstanding subsection (i)(1)(A), if the lead agency determines
on the basis of substantial evidence in light of the whole record that a standard is
inappropriate to determine the significance of an effect for a particular project, the
lead agency shall determine whether the effect may be significant as otherwise required by
this section, Section 15065, and the Guidelines.
(2) In the absence of a standard that satisfies subsection (i)(1)(a),
the lead agency shall determine whether the effect may be significant as otherwise
required by this section, Section 15065, and the Guidelines.
(3) For the purposes of this subsection a "standard" means a
standard of general application that is all of the following:
(A) a quantitative, qualitative or performance requirement found in a
statute, ordinance, resolution, rule, regulation, order, or other standard of general
application;
(B) adopted for the purpose of environmental protection;
(C) adopted by a public agency through a public review process to
implement, interpret, or make specific the law enforced or administered by the public
agency;
(D) one that governs the same environmental effect which the change in
the environment is impacting; and,
(E) one that governs within the jurisdiction where the project is
located.
(4) This definition includes thresholds of significance adopted by lead
agencies which meet the requirements of this subsection.
Note: Authority cited: Sections 21083 and 21087, Public Resources Code. Reference:
Sections 21003, 21065, 21068, 21080, 21082, 21082.1, 21082.2, 21083 and 21100; No Oil,
Inc. v. City of Los Angeles (1974) 13 Cal.3d 68.
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Subject: Land
Use/Air Quality Computer Program Now Available - "Urbemis7G"
Date: Thu, 30 Jul 1998 17:34:13 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry L. Parker, AICP; Air Resources Board
"Urbemis7G" has just been released on the Internet.
Urbemis7G is an updated and expanded version of the "Urbemis5" program used for
CEQA air quality analysis of development projects. "Urbemis7G" was developed by
Jones & Stokes for California air districts, and its use is now recommended. Urbemis7G
is more user-friendly than previous versions. And, for the first time, a new "Mobile
Source Mitigation Component" can estimate the benefits of land use and transportation
mitigation strategies in reducing vehicle travel and emissions related to development
projects, such as: the availability of transit, pedestrian, and bicycle facilities; the
design and mixture of land uses; provision of on-site services; and telecommuting and
other "TCMs". In addition, Urbemis7G also now can estimate emissions from
construction activities as well as "area-sources" (such as appliances, landscape
equipment, etc.). It also calculates the benefits of mitigation measures for each of
these. Urbemis7G can be obtained (for free) at: www.arb.ca.gov/urbemis7/urbemis7.htm
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Subject: Cell
Phone Antenna
Date: Tue, 28 Jul 1998 15:12:21 -0700 (PDT)
From: Richard Greenberg; e-mail: rgreenberg@excell.net
We are involved in litigation regarding placement of a cell phone
monopole in a residential neighborhood. The proposed tower is 125' in height and is
proposed for a location which the local zoning ordinance states shall "in no
case" be used (between a major building and road). The city counsel has waived the
zoning restriction and we are seeking injunctive relief. We would prefer a stealth site in
a church steeple located across the street from the proposed site. The issue in part
revolves around the impact of a cell phone tower on abutting and nearby residential
property values. Does anyone know of reputable studies on the issue?
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Subject:
Interstate Highway Interchanges: Land Use Impacts, Development Scenarios, Case Studies
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 1998 19:08:42 -0700 (PDT)
From: Janet Hartranft; e-mail: jlh18@psu.edu
I live in the Centre Region of Pennsylvania. Within 5 years a major
leg of a new interstate (I-99) will be built in the region. As a local planning
commissioner I am very interested in hearing about others' experiences with this type of
situation: land use impacts, development scenarios, case studies. We are particularly
interested in developing a highway/interchange overlay district which would help the
various municipalities in the Region develop coherent and cohesive land use and
development policies and standards. I would, however, appreciate any suggestions,
comments, or referrals to other online sources of information.
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Subject:
Orange Section Launches New Website
Date: Sat, 25 Jul 1998
From: Dev Vrat; e-mail: imago@silcom.com
The Orange Section of CCAPA has launched its website. The initial release includes
information about the chapter awards conducted in May. If you're a member of the
Orange Section, contact Karen Peterson for more
information about the website. Orange Section worked with Imago Internet
Marketing, developer of the CCAPA website, to launch its website. If your section
isn't online yet, please e-mail imago@silcom.com.
Follow this link to the Orange Section
website.
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Subject: "Practice
of Local Government Planning"
Date: Thu, 2 Jul 1998 20:10:18 EDT
From: SAILJHK@aol.com
I am searching for a publication or text called "Practice of
Local Government Planning" This publication explains about specific plans,
comprehensive plans, general plans zoning .. etc. Could you please assist me in finding
this text book or publication. I am interested in purchasing this publication.
Thank you very much for your help.
Sailendra
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Subject: Redevelopment
- Renaissance zone projects - Economic development
Date: Wed, 1 Jul 1998 14:04:31 -0700 (PDT)
From: Patricia McCormick e-mail: mccormickpm@ci.anchorage.ak.us
Anchorage Alaska has created a Renaissance Zone to encourage
economic development. Copies of existing projects of similar nature, or agencies to
correspond, with would be helpful.
Although Anchorage never went through the industrial revolution, it had an earthqwuake in
'64 that leveled the City so we really have nothing to renovate. However, the sprall that
followed needs a re-think and not only in terms of street scapes.
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Subject: Mobile
home parks
Date: Fri, 26 Jun 1998 20:01:07 -0700
From: Sharon Fiero, Organization: City of Campbell <commdev@pop.netgate.net>
A two story mobilehome on a permanent foundation was just installed
in one of our moblehome parks. I didn't think it was possible. Since our parks are
inspected by the state, we were not aware it was happening. Does anyone know of a change
in the law that would allow this to happen?
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Subject: Used Car Lots
Date: Mon, 1 Jun 1998 14:29:18 -0700 (PDT)
From: Gary Sugano e-mail: gary_sugano@ci.pomona.ca.us
The City of Pomona is conducting surveys of cities for the preparation of a Code Amendment
pertaining to Used Car Lots. If anyone knows of any cities which have strong ordinances
which contain development standards which address aesthetic issues related to this use,
please e-mail them to me.
Subject: Takings
Law / Land Use Book
Date: Wed, 27 May 1998 21:33:23 -0700 (PDT)
From: George Skouras e-mail: GeorgeS567@aol.com
Hello,
I would like to bring to the attention of your visitors of the recent publication of my
book on takings law/ land use issues.
Skouras, George, Takings Law and the Supreme Court:
Judicial Oversight of the Regulatory State's Acquisition,
Use, and Control of Private Property (New York: Peter
Lang Publications, 1998).
GS
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Subject: 97
APA Conference Proceedings
Date: Wed, 20 May 1998 01:35:49 -0700 (PDT)
From: Ray Quay e-mail: quayray@aol.com
The 1997 National Planning Conference Proceedings can be found
online at www.asu.edu/caed/proceedings97
Ray
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Subject:
Beyond Housing: Comprehensive Revitalization Approaches
Date: Tue, 19 May 1998 10:48:27 -0700 (PDT)
From: Lynne Elizabeth e-mail: earthlynne@earthlink.net
Text:: BUILDING ECOLOGY FORUM
Wednesday, June 10 1998
"Beyond Housing: Comprehensive Revitalization Approaches"
Michael Pyatok, FAIA, affordable housing architect, will present several award-winning
non-profit housing developments that have sought to extend their efforts beyond just
housing by including
jobs programs, social services, child care and in general, taking a more comprehensive
approach to the task of revitalizing lower income communities. Featured, also, will be
examples from the
book he recently co-authored, "Good Neighbors: Affordable Family Housing² [McGraw
Hill, Design for Living]
Lecture will take place at the PG&E Energy Center
851 Howard St., San Francisco. Two blocks south of Powell St. BART
6:00 pm reception, 6:30 lecture. $3-$7 donation.
The 1998 monthly lecture series is sponsored by Architects/ Designers/ Planners for Social
Responsibility (ADPSR), East Bay AIA Committee on the Environment, Urban Ecology, and
the Ecological Design Institute.
Architects/ Designers/ Planners for Social Responsibility
Northern California Chapter
PO Box 9126, Berkeley, CA 94709-0126
510-273-2428
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Subject: Review
Period for Revisions to the CEQA Guidelilnes
Date: Fri, 15 May 1998 09:04:33 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry Rivasplata e-mail: trivasplata@opr.ca.gov
The Resources Agency has announced that portions of the proposed
CEQA Guidelines revisions originally circulated for review in October 1997 have been
further revised in response to comments and will be available for a further review and
comment period. The revised proposal will be open to review and written comment from May
15 to June 11, 1998. In addition, the Resources Agency will conduct a public hearing at
which to receive additional comments on June 11 at 1:00 PM in the auditorium at the
Resources Building at 1416 Ninth Street, Sacramento.
The proposed revisions may be viewed and downloaded from the CERES website at http://ceres.ca.gov/ceqa/
You may also obtain a copy by calling Matt Francois of the Resources Agency at (916)
653-5656 or the staff at the State Clearinghouse at (916) 445-0613.
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Subject: Anti- Strip Development Ordinances
From: Ross Moldoff, Planning Director RMOLDOFF@ix.netcom.com
Date: Sat, 09 May 1998 11:13:30 +0000
I am collecting examples of anti-strip development zoning ordinances
(e.g., controlled highway commercial districts). Please email me any references to
California communities which may have such ordinances.
Thank you.
Ross Moldoff, Planning Director
Salem, NH
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Subject: Internship
Application/Information
Date: Fri, 1 May 1998 00:30:36 +1000
From: Timothy Nicholas Papandreou
I am writing to explore the possibility of an internship within your
organisation. As an Australian student pursuing a degree in Urban and Regional Planning at
RMIT University, I am interested in complementing my degree with an internship in the
United States. Undertaking a placement in Southern California, particularly the Los
Angeles communities would be an invaluable experience both professionally and personally.
As my enclosed resume indicates, my studies have been focused upon urban management and
revitalisation, demographic profile analysis and resource allocation. I also took part in
the international student exchange program in the fall semester 1996 at Cal Poly Pomona.
The subjects undertaken looked at computer applications in planning such as GIS (Arcview),
redevelopment agencies and the urban development process in California. As part of our
course upon arrival back to Australia, I completed a semester of work experience with a
planning consultancy . I have been working at PPK consultants as a casual since January
1997(ppkmelb@ozemail.com.au) . I have gained experience working both independently and as
a team member in order to facilitate the completion of projects.
With regard to my eligibility to work legally in the USA, as an intern with your
organisation I would be participating on the 'Internship USA Program' sponsored by the
Council on International Educational Exchange (Council: http://www.ciee.org.com ). As my
sponsor, Council would be authorised by the
US government to issue necessary documentation for me to obtain a J-1 visa, allowing me to
work legally within the US for up to eighteen months. American students have a similar
opportunity to work in Australia. I look forward to hearing from you and would greatly
appreciate any information you have regarding the possibility of an internship.
Thank you kindly for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Timothy Nicholas Papandreou
11/195 Beaconsfield Parade
Middle Park, Victoria
3206 Australia
Tel: 61 3 9696 0488
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Subject: New
CEQA Web Site
Date: Tue, 28 Apr 1998 12:56:10 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terry Rivasplata e-mail: trivasplata @ opr.ca.gov
The Resources Agency’s CERES project has put up an incredible new web page on the
California Environmental Quality Act. Highlights include: a key word search function
linked to the CEQA statutes and Guidellnes; a case law search which will bring up the
published opinions for CEQA cases all the way back to Friends of Mammoth; and a CEQA flow
chart that links to explanations of CEQA procedures and terms.
The address for this site is -- http://ceres.ca.gov/ceqa/
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Subject: Highways
bypassing downtown impact & mitigations
Date: Tue, 28 Apr 1998 18:25:59 -0700 (PDT)
From: mike notestine e-mail: mognot@jps.net
I am working in the small town of willits, ca on a downtown plan and
they will be impacted by a bypass of hwy 101 which currently goes through the downtowns
primary street bringing a substantial amount of tourist traffic but also truck traffic.
i'm looking for for lessons learned from other communities on what they did or would have
done to minimize the economic impact to the downtown area. in addition, what where the
impacts? positive and negative.
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Subject: RFP:
Glen Helen Specific Plan
Date: Tue, 28 Apr 1998 22:55:38 -0700 (PDT)
From: Terri Rahhal e-mail: trahhal@hotmail.com
The San Bernardino County Land Use Services Department is announcing
an RFP for consultant services to prepare the Glen Helen Specific Plan. Professional
consulting firms with experience preparing specific plans are encouraged to review the RFP
and submit proposals by May 26, 1998. To obtain a copy of the RFP, contact:
County of San Bernardino
Land Use Services Department
Terri Rahhal (909) 387-4124
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Subject: Impact
of information technology
Date: Tue, 14 Apr 1998 07:27:22 -0700 (PDT)
From: Martin Hosun Kim e-mail: s007mhk@discover.wright.edu
Hello everyone.
My name is Martin Kim and I'm currently studying urban planning. I'm
writing a paper concerning the impact of information technology on urban land use form.
I'm having difficulty
finding a good source that I can refer to. If you know any of the research done in the
past, please let me know. Also, if there has been any survey for this subject, I will be
happy to know.
Thanks
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Subject: RFP:
Citrus Heights General Plan
Date: Fri, 10 Apr 1998 12:28:41 -0700
From: Eric Norris <Norris@ns.net>
City of Citrus Heights' General Plan RFP release. The Request for
Proposals for our General Plan was placed on the City's web site today, with the goal of
reaching the largest number of consultants possible.
The RFP can be downloaded from the following location:
http://www.ci.citrus-heights.ca.us/indexes/generalplan.html
Please call me (916-727-4745) or Email if you have any questions.
Thank you.
-Eric Norris, AICP, Planning Manager
City of Citrus Heights
(916) 727-4740
Email: planning@ci.citrus-heights.ca.us
Web:
www.ci.citrus-heights.ca.us
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Subject:
Mobile Home Park Conversion Plans
Date: Tue, 7 Apr 1998 16:33:05 -0700 (PDT)
From: e-mail: Patrishkit@aol.com
I am research mobile home relocation impact reports files with
California public agencies in the past five years. If you or an agency you know has
completed an impact report prior to a park closure please send me a message about how I
can get a copy of the plan.
Thanx you cyberplanners.
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Subject: Help
for conference paper
Date: Sat, 4 Apr 1998 18:33:57 -0800 (PST)
From: Marjoie MODULUS3@aol.com
Hello out there.
I have been working on an interesting project that could be of use
to other California planners. We are by no means finished, but, I think we have
accomplished enough to make a useful presentation for a state conference. I have done
academic papers and prepared comments for public officials but a conference paper is whole
new concept for me. I'm sure it's too late for this year. Does anyone have any suggestions
of where I might locate previous successful submissions or other suggestions to locate a
mentor on this topic.
Thanks in advance
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Subject: Use
Separation Standards
Date: Fri, 27 Mar 1998 16:15:40 -0800 (PST)
From: Eric Munoz, Senior Planner - City of Carlsbad e-mail: emuno@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
Interested in any zoning ordinance or regulation that requires a
separation between uses other than adult stores or adult related uses. Specifically
interested in separation standards for liquor stores, gas stations, mini-marts, T-shirt
shops or fast food sites. This research is related to one other bulletin I posted
regarding Theme Park/Quality of Life Zoning Regulations. Any input or examples cite to my
email address would be greatly appreciated.
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Subject: Theme
Park/Quality of Life Zoning Regulations
Date: Wed, 25 Mar 1998 13:59:56 -0800 (PST)
From: Eric Munoz, Senior Planner - City of Carlsbad; e-mail: emuno@ci.carlsbad.ca.us
The City of Carlsbad, in northern San Diego County, California, will
be site of a new theme park, LEGOLAND California which should open by the end of 1999.
Given this new "magnet" in the City that will attract many people to the area,
there is a community concern about maintaining quality of life standards. Concerns center
on vacant, infill lots with commercial designations or existing commercial projects and
the range of potential future use changes. The volume and/or nature of commercial
development or use changes will be different given the presence of a theme park.
Therefore, Planning Department staff has been directed to create an overlay zone to
address the build out of vacant commercial/tourist serving properties and regulate use
change requests for existing commercial projects. The theme park site is part of specific
plan area (Carlsbad Ranch Specific Plan) located south of a coastal lagoon, just east of
Interstate 5 with industrial office parks nearby and residential areas in the surrounding
vicinity. The City already has a Growth Management Program to address basic facility and
service needs.
The overlay zone needs to prevents an invasion of tackiness into the city; prevent a
proliferation of liquor stores, gas stations, mini-marts, T-shirt shops etc.. Aside from
looking at separation type zoning regulations, the City was wondering if there were any
innovative or highly effective approaches taken by communities to deal with the presence
of a "magnet" in their area. What successful techniques have been used to
maintain quality of life standards and prevent an invasion of tackiness for areas with
significant historical or cultural sites?; areas with theme parks nearby?
Any comments or examples cited via my e-mail address would be appreciated.
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Subject: Conditions
of Approval for Trip Reduction
Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 14:07:39 -0800
From: Ellen Greenberg; e-mail: EllenG@sirius.com
In connection with work I am doing as a consultant to the City of Menlo Park (San Mateo
County), I am interested in any cities that are currently using innovative Conditions of
Approval aimed at reducing auto trips. The focus is on office/commercial development, but
I'd be interested in approaches for residential development as well.
Thank you.
Ellen Greenberg
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Subject:
"Termed" Use Permits
Date: Thu, 19 Mar 1998 07:29:16 -0800 (PST)
From: Martin Jacobson; e-mail: scruza.pln415@hw1.cahwnet.gov
Our jurisdiction is exploring options available to establish a system of
"termed" permits. That is, a conditional use permit that contains an expiration
date (which could also be amended to extend its expiration). The purpose would be to
monitor a use that may, for unforeseen reasons, conflict with or result in a nuisance to
surrounding uses. We foresee these permits being used in circumstances where a tenant
wants to occupy an existing building where the full range of development standards are not
meet due to ordinance revisions (such as a lack of parking). These uses would not fall
into the category of temporary uses such as Christmas tree or pumpkin patch lots which we
already have a permit system for regulating.
Does anyone have any experience with such a mechanism? And what have been the results?
We've contacted APA's Planning Advisory Service but they didn't have much information on
this topic. Copies of any ordinances that are available can be mailed to me at the address
below. Thanks for your help.
Martin Jacobson
County of Santa Cruz Planning Department
701 Ocean Street - 4th Floor
Santa Cruz CA 95060
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Subject: Help
about cultural city (from south Korea)
Date: Wed, 18 Mar 1998 21:41:49 +0900
From: "ÀÌÁ¾±Ô" <jkyon@nownuri.net>
Hello.
Thank you very much for reading this mail. At first, let me
introduce myself. My major is a city and regional planning. I have some questions about
your country in writing my paper. I'm planning to write a paper about "The
designation of cultural squares (districts) in the strategy of city development and the
application in South Korea". In writing this paper, I have a schedule to visit your
country. But in Korea, It is very difficult to get the appropriate information about where
(which cities)is the best well known cultural city or which cities have the well defined
and renowned districts except the well known Broadway, New York. So now, I ask you
following questions.
What I need to know is that which internet sites give the good news about that and which
cities are popular as cultural city (of district). Please give me some useful information
as soon as possible.
It will be greatly helpful if you help me. I will wait for your reply. If you send me some
information, I jump at the chance to a successful paper.
Good bye.
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Subject: Boundary
Line Adjustments, Zone Changes and/or general Plan Amendments
Date: Tue, 17 Mar 1998 17:23:28 -0800 (PST)
From: Conrad Montgomery AICP; e-mail: cmontgom@innercite.com
The question is, what do you do with a Boundary Line Adjustment
(BLA) that is also on a zone and/or general plan boundary? A lot of these adjustments may
only be for a few square feet to resolve a problem with the subject parcel. Do you simply
ignore the zoning and general plan lines? What if both parcels are zoned residential but
the minimum parcel size requirement is different? California state law would seem to
require that the applicant for the BLA submit a full application for a rezone and to
change the general plan. This may cost several thousand dollars and would make the BLA
infeasible. Has anyone come up with a simple and cost effective way of processing such a
change? Can you write a process in to the general plan for minor land use boundary
changes? If you have any ideas, forward them to me at cmontgom@innercite.com. Thanks
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Subject: Agricultural Conversion of Sensitive Habitat Areas
Date: Fri, 13 Mar 1998 16:31:48 -0800
From: Pete Parkinson <PPARKINS@sonoma-county.org>
I am currently working with a group composed of Sonoma County grape
growers and environmental groups regarding development of new vineyards on hillsides. The
participants have reached conceptual agreement on issues related to erosion and sediment
control. We are now wrestling with the more difficult issue of habitat protection. The
primary issues are protection of oak woodlands and riparian areas. The growers are
generally resistant to any restrictions on where vineyards can be developed. The
environmental groups are concerned that a great deal of native habitat has already been
lost and that what's left is becoming increasingly fragmented.
I am familiar with sensitive habitat protection policies and regulations aimed at
nonagricultural development, but I am not familiar with any attempts to restrict
agricultural development (which generally occurs as a permitted use under most zoning
ordinances). I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has addressed this issue in other
jurisdictions, or from anyone who has thoughts on this topic. Thanks!
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Subject: APA
Planning Information Library
Date: Tue, 3 Mar 1998 14:18:14 -0800 (PST)
From: Patrick Watters e-mail: Patrick@sna.com
Those of you seeking information on ordinances, studies, etc. are reminded that the
National APA office has library services which are excellent, and can provide copies of
documents (through a services contract or for a price.) I have found valuable information
on communication towers, adult uses, etc. Keep the Chicago office in mind for many of your
research needs, URL is planning.org.
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Subject: Planning
Public Info. Operations
Date: Tue, 3 Mar 1998 14:23:45 -0800 (PST)
From: Patrick Watters e-mail: Patrick@sna.com
I manage a unit which includes public counter operations. Much of
our business includes both walk-in and phone traffic. We currently staff our counter with
one permanently assigned planner who is available to walk-in customers, AND answers the
phone. We used to staff this operation with three or four planners, (it is a busy
operation!) I'm wondering if other jurisdictions have a similar customer service
operation, and what the staffing level is for it. Demand is high for our services, but
convincing the budget authorities to fund this valuable service is a difficult task.
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Subject: Buildout
Analysis Experience
Date: Mon, 23 Feb 1998 13:02:22 -0800 (PST)
From: Robert Chambers, Director e-mail: chamrobe@ci.pocatello.id.us
The City of Pocatello, Idaho (pop. 51,000) is considering a
"buildout analysis." We are interested in hearing from other
communities/planners who have experience with such studies. Specifically:
1) are they worthwhile?
2) what problems were experienced?
3) what do they cost?
4) what benefits were derived?
5) what critical elements ought to be clearly stated in the RFP?
6) what are the questions that need to be asked?
7) anything else that will help?
We would appreciate responses by March 16, 1998. Responses can be
forwarded to the following:
Robert E. Chambers, Director
Community Development and Research
City of Pocatello
P.O. Box 4169
Pocatello, Idaho 83205-4169
Phone: (208) 234-6184
FAX: (208) 234-6296
E-Mail: chamrobe@ci.pocatello.id.us
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Subject: Yosemite Area Regional transportation Strategy
Date: Tue, 10 Feb 1998 13:53:33 -0800 (PST)
From: e-mail: aspann@mcag.cog.ca.us
The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation Strategy (YARTS) will be
holding a series of public workshops to identify local concerns regarding a regional
transportation system in the five county area surrounding Yosemite National Park.
Workshops will be held in Oakdale, CA on March 3 in the Gene Bianchi Community Center from
6-9 p.m. and on March 4th in Fresno at Fort Washington Elementary School from 6-9 p.m.
If you have any questions regarding YARTS, please contact Amy Spann at 209-723-3153.
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Subject: Planning
Related Workshops
Date: 5 Feb 1998
From: "Dan Ripke" <dan_ripke@macgate.csuchico.edu>
The Center for Economic Development at CSU, Chico is holding a series of workshop in
1998 related to planning. Would it be possible to list these workshops on your
web-site, or link to our web-page (http://www.csuchico.edu/cedp)
in your "links" section?
Dan Ripke
Director
Center for Economic Development,
California State University, Chico
(530) 898-4598
(530) 898-4734 (fax)
DRIPKE@oavax.csuchico.edu
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Subject:
Property Rights "Takings"
Date: 30 January 1998
On Tuesday, January 27, Senate majority leader Trent Lott, in a
statement on the Senate floor, listed "property rights" as 1 of 19 potential
items that may be considered in the Senate prior to the scheduled Easter recess. (See 144
Congressional Record Pgh S2-04)
For more information, please contact John Echeverria or Peter Hoffmann at the
Environmental Policy Project:
Georgetown University Law Center
600 New Jersey Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001
tel: (202) 662-9850
fax: (202) 662-9497
E-mail: envpoly@law.georgetown.edu
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Subject: Architectural
Project Offer
Date: Thu, 15 Jan 1998 08:05:58 -0800 (PST)
There is message posted offering library project on the BBS
www.sectionweb.com/bbs
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Subject: Downtown
Theater Overlay Zones
Date: Tue, 13 Jan 1998
From: "Planning and Environmental Serv." <planning@west.net>
Organization: City of Oxnard
Does anyone have zoning provisions regarding the restriction of certain uses within one
block of a theater/multiplex?
The city of Oxnard is currently negotiating with a theater operator for a multiplex in
downtown and has received concerns that certain uses might not benefit the theater.
Has this been done successfully in your city?
Please send e-mail or call me at 805-385-7863.
Thanks, Tony Perez.
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Subject: Shopping
mall planning
Date: Sun, 11 Jan 1998 17:45:38 -0800
From: Jeff Warkins <jwwarkin@mailbox.syr.edu>
Organization: Town of Manlius Coalition
My name is Jeff Warkins and I am a student at Syracuse University in
New York. I am working with a group called the Town of Manlius Coalition. One of the
current objectives of the coalition is resuscitating a near dormant shopping center
located in the area. I am writing to see if your organization has any information in
shopping center planning an development or knows of any agencies or Internet sites which
may have this information. Any information would be helpful and
greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Jeff Warkins
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Subject:
Downtown Community Planning Advisory Groups
Date: Thu, 8 Jan 1998 07:46:16 -0800 (PST)
From: Ann T. Fathy, AICP, e-mail: afathy@cts.com
I would like to learn of any middle-to-big city downtowns which have community planning
advisory groups. I am particularly interested in mixed-use downtowns which have a resident
population. I would also like to learn of any project area committees formed for
redevelopment purposes which subsequently evolved into community planning advisory groups.
Thanks for your help.
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