DATE: May 26, 2016
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Planning Manager
SUBJECT
Title
Recommended approval of a Conditional Use Permit to store marble slabs under an outdoor canopy, located at 23190 Connecticut Street.
Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Commission reviews and approves the application for a Conditional Use Permit to operate the proposed facility.
Body
SUMMARY
Staff recommends approval of this application as the project is designed such that all materials to be stored outdoors are not visible from the public right of way, the materials are protected by a canopy structure, and there are no sensitive uses in the immediate vicinity of the proposed project.
BACKGROUND
Pietra Fina is an importer, distributor, and supplier of natural stone such as Granite, Marble, Limestone, Travertine, Onyx, Slate, Soapstone and Quartzite slabs. The company's business license reflects that they have operated at this location since 1998. The company is operating out of multiple warehouse buildings, between which is an open area which has historically been paved and used for commercial vehicle parking. As the company has grown, they are requesting to store some materials outdoors in this area.
The proposed site is located in the Industrial District and is surrounded on all sides by industrial warehousing, wholesale, and logistics facilities.
DISCUSSION AND STAFF ANALYSIS
The City of Hayward Municipal Code requires a Conditional Use Permit for "Major Outdoor Storage," which is defined as, "Uses not conducted completely within an enclosed building, such as major outdoor storage in excess of 10 percent of an open yard area, excluding any required yard or parking area, or as determined by the Planning Director. Typically includes a construction yard where equipment and materials are stored." The primary intent of staff's review of this application has been to ensure that the use do...
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