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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-16-2010 NAHPage 1 of 14 CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES MARCH 16, 2010 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Flores called the regular meeting of the Lake Elsinore Planning Commission held on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 to order at 6:04 p.m. in the Cultural Center, located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. PRESENT: Chairman Flores, Vice-Chairman Gonzales, Commissioner Mendoza, Commissioner O'Neal, Commissioner Zanelli ABSENT: None Also present: Director of Community Development Weiner, City Attorney Leibold. Staff members present included: Senior Planner Harris, Planning Consultant Coury, Planning Consultant Donahoe, and Office Specialist Porche'. CALL TO ORDER (5:56 P.M.) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice-Chairman Gonzales. ROLL CALL All Commission members were present. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE None CONSENT CALENDAR (1) Approval of Planning Commission Minutes Recommendation: Approve the following Minute(s): 0 February2, 2010 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 2 of 14 PUBLIC HEARING(S) (2) Residential Design Review No. 2010-01. Amendment No. 1 for "Bridgegate" Project Area within the Canyon Hills Specific Hills Specific Plan Recommendation: a. Adopt Resolution No. 2010-05 adopting findings that the project is exempt from the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP), and, b. Adopt Resolution No. 2010-06 approving Residential Design Review No. 2010-01. Director of Community Development Weiner provided an overview of the project and requested that Planning Consultant Coury review it with the Commission and answer questions. Planning Consultant Coury provided an overview of the project to the Commission and indicated that the applicant was present. He stated that he provided handouts to the Commission prior to the meeting and indicated that staff received three phone calls relative to the project; one gentleman was opposing the project, one gentleman was requesting additional information regarding the project, and the last gentleman sent an e-mail expressing support for the project. Also, Planning Consultant Coury noted a modification to Condition No. 35, amending the hours of construction. The applicant, Sondra Netzer of Richmond American Homes, stated her name and address and agreed and accepted the Conditions of Approval. She indicated that she was very excited about bringing another project to the City of Lake Elsinore and indicated that Richmond American Homes has been building homes for over forty years. She stated homes were energy efficient and described the architecture as being consistent with the community. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked the applicant if the model homes would be built behind a gated area and how would the public be able to view the homes. The applicant stated that the gates would be left open during the day for sales purposes. Commissioner Zanelli thanked Ms. Netzer and Richmond American Homes for meeting with the public and said he was looking forward to the project beginning. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 3 of 14 Commissioner O'Neal thanked Ms. Netzer and her team and stated that it was very good architecture. He asked Public Works Director Seumalo to clarify Condition No. 108, and also wanted to confirm with the applicant, Ms. Netzer, that the square footage of the homes was lowered. The Ms. Netzer stated that this was correct. Commissioner Mendoza indicated to Ms. Netzer that it was great that she held a community meeting and spoke to the existing residents which showed good faith. He also thanked Director Weiner and Planning Consultant Coury for answering all of his questions. Chairman Flores asked Ms. Netzer how it was working with staff. Ms. Netzer indicated that it was a very smooth process and stated that Director Weiner and Planning Consultant Coury were great to work with and very approachable. Chairman Flores indicated to Ms. Netzer that the community meeting was truly an asset. Commissioner O'Neal stated to Planning Consultant Coury that it was excellent that the project was submitted and approved within three months. Planning Consultant Coury thanked Richmond American for their due diligence prior to submittal. REQUEST TO SPEAK Mike Ali, stated his name and address. He asked the representative of Richmond American Homes to inform him of the prices and square footage of the homes. Ms. Netzer stated that the square footage was from 2,034 to 3,370 and the price ranged from the high 200K to low to mid $300K. Passed and adopted the following Resolution: "Resolution No. 2010-05 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting findings that the project is exempt from the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP).11 MOTION was made by Commissioner Mendoza, seconded by Commissioner Zanelli and unanimously carried to adopt findings that the project is exempt from the MSHCP." Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 4 of 14 AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. "Resolution No. 2010-06 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2010-01. MOTION was made by Commissioner Zanelli, seconded by Commissioner Mendoza and unanimously carried to approve Residential Design Review No. 2010-01. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. (3) Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2008-09, Tentative Parcel Map No. 35819, and Industrial Design Review No. 2008-01, for Collier Avenue Automotive Center Recommendation: On March 9, 2010, staff received an email from the applicant requesting the item be continued to allow additional time to review and coordinate the project's Conditions of Approval (Attachment). Therefore, with the consent of the applicant, staff is requesting that this item be continued to the April 20, 2010, Planning Commission meeting. Director Weiner indicated that the applicant requested a continuance to the April 20, 2010, Planning Commission meeting. MOTION was made by Commissioner Zanelli, second by Commissioner O'Neal and unanimously carried to continue Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2008-09, Tentative Parcel Map No. 35819, and Industrial Design Review No. 2008-01, for Collier Avenue Automotive Center. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 5 of 14 (4) Tentative Parcel Map No. 35336, and Tentative Tract Map No. 35337, for the "Spyglass Ranch Specific Plan" Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt resolutions recommending to the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore adoption and approval of: a) Findings of Consistency with the MSHCP, and b) Tentative Parcel Map No. 35336, and c) Tentative Tract Map No. 35337 Director of Community Development Weiner provided an overview of the project and requested that Senior Planner Matthew Harris review it with the Commission and answer questions. Senior Planner Harris provided an overview of the project and asked Public Works Director Seumalo to review the modified Engineering Conditions. Public Works Director Seumalo reviewed the modified Engineering Conditions. The applicant, Erik Lunde, stated his name and address. He requested that Public Works Director Seumalo correct Condition No.'s 41, 42 and 122 of Tentative Tract Map No. 35337. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated to Mr. Lunde that staff concurred with the corrections to Condition No.'s 41, 42, and 122. Mr. Lunde stated that they were in conformance with the Specific Plan. Chairman Flores stated that there was not a signed "Acknowledgment of Conditions" form provided in the staff report and asked Mr. Lunde if there was a signed copy. Mr. Lunde stated that he would provide a signed "Acknowledgment of Conditions" form since the Conditions he requested corrections on were addressed by the Public Works Director Seumalo. Director Weiner indicated that at the time that the Planning Commission Report was generated staff had not received a signed copy of the "Acknowledgment of Conditions" form from Mr. Lunde and stated that if the Commission agreed to the modifications to the Conditions then he Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 6 of 14 would submit the signed "Acknowledgment of Conditions" form into the report. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked Mr. Lunde about the road going through the Spyglass Specific Plan. Mr. Lunde indicated that the road is a General Plan road and half of the road is in the Spyglass Ranch Specific Plan and half of the road is in Southshore I. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked about the location of the park within the Spyglass Specific Plan. Mr. Lunde indicated that the park was off-site and was not within Spyglass Ranch Specific Plan property but the residents would have access to the park. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked Mr. Lunde where the water tanks would be located. Mr. Lunde indicated that the water tanks would be in open space at the elevation of 1701 and would not be seen. Commissioner Mendoza requested that three items be addressed: 1. Once the development is completed, homeowners need to be responsible for any drainage that occurs on any of their neighbors adjoining property. 2. He requested that the park be completed on time because there have been problems in the past with non-completion, and if there are any modifications that need to be done to the park that these modifications need to be presented in front of the Planning Commission for approval. 3. Once occupancy occurs, Notices need to be posted in the area letting residents know if any building and/or construction would be taking place with a contact number. Commissioner Mendoza stated to Senior Planner Harris that it was a good presentation. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked Mr Lunde of the status of Johnny Weissmuller's home at the end of the park. Mr. Lunde stated that if the Commission approved the project, during the final engineering phase, they would take a look at the house and begin drawing up plans. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 7 of 14 Commissioner O'Neal asked if anyone could confirm that it was Johnny Weissmuller's home, and if he actually owned and lived in the home. Mr. Lunde indicated that there has never been confirmation of that. Commissioner O'Neal asked Mr. Lunde if he knew when the house was built. Mr. Lunde stated that the Historical Society had that information and would follow-up with them. Commissioner O'Neal asked Senior Planner Harris if Spyglass Ranch Specific Plan conformed to the old General Plan or the new General Plan. Senior Planner Harris stated that it conformed to both the old General Plan and the new General Plan. Commissioner O'Neal indicated that Senior Planner Harris did a good job on the project. Commissioner Zanelli asked Public Works Director Seumalo about the slope on Elsinore Hills Drive in Rosetta Canyon West because the slope at Summerhill is extremely steep. He wanted to confirm that Elsinore Hills Drive slope would not be as steep. Public Works Director Seumalo described the topography of this area and the project's grading plans. Commissioner Zanelli asked Public Works Director Seumalo if there would be a lot of open space between Elsinore Hills Drive in Rosetta Canyon and Canyon Hills. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that with respect to this project, there would be open space between the two, and indicated that Southshore II had street plans that connect Rosetta Canyon to Camino Del Norte. Commissioner Zanelli stated that he hoped that the two areas connected for emergency response once the area was more developed. Commissioner Mendoza addressed concerns about the Home Owners Association (HOA). He wanted Mr. Lunde to ensure that the HOA would not be giving the homeowners any problems once all phases were built out. Mr. Lunde stated to Commissioner Mendoza that the applicable developer would maintain "Declarant Rights" to oversee the HOA until build out. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 8 of 14 Commissioner Zanelli noted concerns regarding the stabilization of the slope at the end of Main Street. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated that a soils report was completed which detailed the recommendation. Chairman Flores asked Mr. Lunde where the first parcels would be built. Mr. Lunde indicated that the first parcels to be built would be near the park. Chairman Flores asked Mr. Lunde how many homes would be built. Mr. Lunde indicated that six to ten homes would be built per phase which totals one hundred. Resolution No. 2010-07 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending to the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore adoption of findings that the project is consistent with the MSHCP. MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, second by Commissioner Zanelli to approve adoption of findings that the project is consistent with the MSHCP. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. Resolution No. 2010-08 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending that the City Council approve Tentative Parcel Map No. 35336. MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, second by Commissioner Mendoza to approve changes to Tentative Parcel Map No. 35336. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 9 of 14 Resolution No. 2010-09 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending that the City Council approve Tentative Tract Map No. 35337. MOTION was made by Commissioner Zanelli, second by Commissioner Mendoza to approve changes to Tentative Tract Map No. 35337. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. (5) Residential Design Review No. 2009-05 proposed for 65 lots in Rosetta Hills, Tract 31792, by D R Horton Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve Residential Design Review No. 2009-05. Director of Community Development Weiner provided an overview of the project and requested that Planning Consultant Donahoe review it with the Commission and answer questions. Planning Consultant Donahoe provided an overview of the project to the Commission and indicated the applicant was present. She noted that there was a correction to Condition No. 11 relating to construction hours which reflected the hours that were noted in Condition No. 10. The applicant, Daniel Boyd, Vice President of D R Horton, stated his name and address. He indicated that it was a pleasure working with the Planning staff. He stated that they began by addressing the concerns of the community and as a result, made the requested modifications to the project and due to the communities input, he felt comfortable that the development was consistent and compatible with the existing project, and fit very nicely with the community. Chairman Flores welcomed D R Horton to the City. REQUEST TO SPEAK Resident, Al Serado stated that he resides in Rosetta Canyon. He indicated that he had concerns about the reduction of the square footage of the homes and believed that these new homes being built would not fit in with the existing homes of the neighborhood. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 10 of 14 Chairman Flores asked Mr. Boyd to inform the home owner of the square footage of the homes to be built. Mr. Boyd indicated that their project is proposing four product plans, ranging from 2257 square feet to 2644 square feet. He indicated that staff reviewed the size of the square footage extensively for compatibility. He did note that square footage was a concern but he stated that they are very good home builders and they listen to their customers and know what their customers want. He further stated that bigger is not better, and they did not change the lot standards or the set backs. He said he understood the home owner's concern but between staffs review, the communities review, and the developers review, they did a great job to modify the product. Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked Mr. Boyd what the cost of the new homes would be. Mr. Boyd indicated that the price would range from the high 200K to low to mid 300K. Resident, Mike Ali, stated that he resides in Rosetta Canyon. He addressed concerns regarding lower square footage of the new homes being built, the HOA, the general public now having access to the park, and the safety of the neighborhood. He suggested that the community be gated and asked the Council to take all of this into consideration. Chairman Flores asked Public Works Director Seumalo, and Director Weiner to give Mr. Ali their business cards and he could contact them with his concerns. Commissioner Zanelli thanked Planning Consultant Donahoe for her presentation, and thanked Mr. Boyd for his willingness to work with staff to modify the design criteria. He also addressed Mr. Ali's concerns regarding the square footage, safety within the neighborhood, and the concern about the park. Commissioner O'Neal indicated that he thought it was great that D R Horton was developing in the City, and thanked Planning Consultant Donahoe for her presentation. He indicated that he liked the design of the product and would approve the project. Commissioner Mendoza stated that all of his questions were answered. Vice Chairman Gonzales asked Mr. Boyd where the signs would be located for the new homes. Mr. Boyd referred this question to staff. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 11 of 14 Planning Consultant Donahoe indicated that the placement of the signs would be at 3rd Street and Waterford, and stated that this information was in Condition No. 14. Chairman Flores thanked Mr. Boyd for color coding the lots which identified the square footage of each home. Resolution No. 2010-10 - A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2009-05 by D R Horton in Rosetta Hills. MOTION was made by Commissioner Gonzales, seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to approve Residential Design Review No. 2009-05 by D R Horton in Rosetta Hills. AYES: Flores, Gonzales, Mendoza, O'Neal, Zanelli. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. Commissioner O'Neal noted that a correction needed to be made to the February 2, 2010, Planning Commission meeting minutes and the correction was that the City Attorney Leibold was not in attendance at that meeting. BUSINESS ITEM(S) None. STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director Seumalo apologized for his absence at the last Planning Commission meeting. He gave the Capitol Improvement Program update. Commissioner O'Neal indicated to Public Works Director Seumalo that someone did some illegal grading on Hunt Street and asked if this was a Code Enforcement issue. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he would coordinate with Director Weiner and Code Enforcement to make sure that the area was secured for erosion control. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 12 of 14 Vice-Chairman Gonzales stated to Public Works Director Seumalo that he noticed that the Eucalyptus trees behind Home Depo are big and the Home Depot sign is not visible from the freeway. Public Works Director Seumalo addressed his concerns and stated that he would find out if the trees belong to Home Depo or Cal-Trans. He also wanted to recognize and thank resident Rick Morsh, who is a professional engineer and will be volunteering his time to assist the Engineering staff. Redevelopment Agency Analyst Carlson had no comments. Senior Planner Harris had no comments. Commissioner Zanelli asked Senior Planner Harris to give the Commission a brief overview of the meeting that he had with Mr. Hiner. Senior Planner Harris stated that he and Redevelopment Agency Analyst Carlson met with Mr. Hiner at his Motocross Facility site last week and reviewed with Mr. Hiner the existing Conditions of Approval associated with his current Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to confirm that he was in compliance with those Conditions and his proposed CUP. He indicated that he would be presenting a detailed staff report regarding those matters on April 6th Planning Consultant Donahoe had no comments. Office Specialist Porche' had no comments. Director Weiner thanked the Planning staff for their hard work making customer service a priority. He also indicated that the Walgreens project and Motocross will be presented at the next Planning Commission meeting. He also stated that staff would be bringing to the Planning Commission and the City Council the Contract for finalization of the Environmental Impact Report for the General Plan Update which would cover the Housing Element, the Downtown Master Plan, the Climate Action Plan, and the General Plan Update at mid to late summer. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS Vice-Chairman Gonzales asked what the status was of the Storm sign that got approved last year. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 13 of 14 Director Weiner indicated that he spoke to Dave Oster from the Storm Stadium and there was a delay due to construction/cost issues. Vice-Chairman Gonzales thanked Senior Planner Harris and General Information Specialist Borrozo for the work that they did on the Census Committee. Commissioner Zanelli wanted confirmation from Public Works Director Seumalo of the official Street name of Walham Place. He indicated that there has been confusion when trying to find the Street with the delivery services and map quest. He also requested a date as to when the Park and Fire Station's dedication would be. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated that April 10th is the Grand Opening. Chairman Flores thanked the Planning staff for all of their hard work. He also indicated that in the future, when new developments come to the City, to ensure that the parks and infrastructure are completed prior to occupancy of the first homes being built because there have been problems in the past with unfinished parks with the new developments. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission Chairman Flores adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore is scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. Respectfully Submitted, ~~L I ~C~JZJ~ Kristine Herrington Office Specialist Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2010 Page 14 of 14 Attest: Tq(n Weiner irector of Comm unit evelopment