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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-21-2011 NAHPage 1 of 6 CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 21, 2011 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Gonzales called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Gonzales led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Gonzales Commissioner Jordan Commissioner Morsch Commissioner O'Neal Absent: Vice Chairman Mendoza Also present: City Manager Brady, Planning Manager Morelion, City Attorney Leibold, Associate Planner Resendiz, Planning Consultant Coury, Public Works Director Seumalo, and Office Specialist Herrington. PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES None. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) None. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 1) Residential Design Review No. 2011 -02 — A Request for Building Designs and a Model Home Complex for a Housing Project located within Tract 28214 -5 of Murdock Alberhill Ranch Specific Plan (Pinnacle) Recommendation: Adopt a resolution making findings that the project is exempt from the MSHCP and adopt a resolution approving Residential Design Review No. 2011 -02 based on the Findings, Exhibits and Conditions of Approval. Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2011 Page 2 of 6 Ms. Sharon Galina, Alberhill Ranch resident, requested that the construction hours for the project be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Commissioner O'Neal stated that the City's Code indicates construction hours and is also available to view online. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that Staff would also follow up with the Project's Superintendent to confirm that they comply with the work hours. City Manager Brady indicated that Condition No. 28 states construction activities as 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. City Attorney Leibold indicated that the proposed Condition is more restrictive than the City's Code. Commissioner Morsch asked that if the construction trucks park behind Ms. Galina's house, to report it to the City. Ms. Torani, Alberhill Ranch resident, requested that the construction trucks drive down Nichols Road to get to the construction site. Ms. Torani also indicated that she had concerns regarding the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Order. City Attorney Leibold explained the MSHCP process which addressed Ms. Torani's concerns. Commissioner Morsch indicated that the Commission is acknowledging the Settlement Agreement but he hasn't seen it. City Attorney Leibold said that a copy can be provided but it is very lengthy and indicated that the City is not a party to the Settlement Agreement. Commissioner Morsch asked if there is a maximum height on the continuation wall. The applicant, Craig Moraes of Ryland Homes, indicated that the wall and fence plans were already approved by Castle & Cooke previously, and stated that he doesn't know the exact height of the wall but the walls are in conformance with the rest of the community which is six feet. Planning Consultant Coury also indicated that the walls are consistent with what is existing. Commissioner Morsch suggested changing the color combination of the garage door of the Craftsman Model Home. The applicant indicated that this can be done. Commissioner Jordan requested that the terminology be consistent throughout Planning Staff Reports, i.e. Vesting Tentative Tract Maps, Vesting Maps, and Tract Maps. City Attorney Leibold stated that Staff will be more consistent with the terminology. Commissioner O'Neal noted that Condition No. 28 addresses concerns regarding construction hours. Commissioner O'Neal clarified that Condition No. 30 does not apply. City Attorney Leibold indicated that Commissioner O'Neal's statement was correct. Commissioner O'Neal discussed xeriscape landscaping, stated that his concern is that the City is not pursuing green house element and requested that there be a definition of xeriscape landscaping added into the Conditions of Approval. He stated that there are seven Conditions that fall into the Colorado Model defining xeriscape landscape and suggested applying this language to new projects coming to the City. Planning Consultant Coury indicated that he would research it. Commissioner O'Neal requested that the Landscape Ordinance be included in the Conditions so that Developers know what is required. Commissioner O'Neal stated that he likes the architecture. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2011 Page 3 of 6 Chairman Gonzales agreed with Commissioner O'Neal's comments regarding xeriscape landscape. City Manager Brady stated that the City worked with the Water District to prepare a booklet defining xeriscape landscaping and drought tolerant grass and plants in terms of design. Motion was made by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Morsch, to adopt Resolution No. 2011 -17, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting findings that the project identified as Residential Design Review No. 2011 -02 is exempt from the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan; Motion passed by 4 -0 vote. Motion was made by Commissioner Morsch, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, to approve Resolution No. 2011 -18, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2011 -02 within Tract map No. 28214 -5; Motion passed by 4 -0 vote. Chairman Gonzales inquired as to when the applicant can take out permits. Planning Consultant Coury stated 15 calendar days per the City's Code. 2) Residential Design Review No. 2010 -05 — Living Smart Residences (Canyon Hills Specific Plan Amendment No 2 Planning Area 29) Recommendation: Adopt a resolution making findings that the project is exempt from the MSHCP and adopt a resolution approving Residential Design Review No. 2010 -05 based on the Findings, Exhibits, and Conditions of Approval. Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report. The applicant, Ron Nugroho of Pardee Homes, addressed the Commission Commissioner Jordan stated Lot's 375 and 388 are the same plans and should have different elevations and the Staff Report needs to include elevations on the site plans. Commissioner Jordan also requested that Condition No. 6 be amended to delete the sentence "Provision of scored /patterned driveways throughout ". She indicated that she doesn't like the architecture but will approve the project because construction has already begun, although, she would prefer enhanced architectural elements. Commissioner O'Neal stated that he agreed with Commissioner Jordan's statement regarding the need for enhanced architecture, applauded the green house elements and indicated that he would approve the project. Chairman Gonzales indicated that he likes the green house elements and will approve the project. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2011 Page 4 of 6 Commissioner Morsch stated that he would also like to see the architectural elements enhanced, and would like variation in the set backs. The applicant indicated that he would work with Staff regarding the Commissioners' requests. Commissioner O'Neal asked the applicant to clarify the locations of the set backs and the right -of -ways from the property line. The applicant described the location of the set backs and right -of -ways in relation to the property line. Commissioner Morsch stated the legend on the fence plan is incorrect and needs to be revised. The applicant indicated that he would review with staff and revise. Commissioner Morsch requested clarification of Condition No. 19 regarding the percentage of plant and grass coverage. Planning Consultant Coury clarified this Condition, and referred to the exhibits that were included in the Planning Commission's packets. Motion was made by Commissioner Jordan, seconded by Commissioner Morsch, to adopt Resolution No. 2011 -19, 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); Motion passed by 4 -0 vote. Motion was made by Commissioner O'Neal, seconded by Commissioner Jordan, to adopt Resolution No. 2011 -20, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2010 -05; Motion passed by 4 -0 vote. BUSINESS ITEMS 3) Reorganization of the Planning Commission Chairman Gonzales indicated that Vice Chairman Mendoza was not able to attend the meeting due to his work schedule. Vice Chairman Mendoza requested that Chairman Gonzales forward a letter to the Commission requesting an absent proxy vote regarding the Reorganization of the Planning Commission. City Attorney Leibold stated that Vice Chairman Mendoza was not able to vote because he was not in attendance of the meeting. Commissioner Jordan nominated Vice Chairman Mendoza to remain as Vice Chairman; motion died due to a lack of a second. Commissioner Morsch nominated Chairman Gonzales to remain as Chairman, Commissioner O'Neal seconded the motion; Vote passed 3 -0 -1 with Chairman Gonzales abstaining. Commissioner O'Neal nominated Commissioner Jordan for Vice Chairperson, seconded by Commissioner Morsch; Vote passed 4 -0. Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2011 Page 5 of 6 STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director Seumalo provided the Capital Improvement Program update and congratulated Chairman Gonzales and Vice Chairperson Jordan. City Manager Brady introduced Warren Morelion, new Planning Manager, and congratulated Chairman Gonzales and Vice Chairperson Jordan. CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS City Attorney Leibold had no comments. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Morsch congratulated Chairman Gonzales and Vice Chairperson Jordan. Vice Chairperson Jordan congratulated Chairman Gonzales and thanked the Commission for appointing her as Vice Chairperson. Vice Chairperson Jordan indicated to Director Seumalo that the street sign at Conard and 74 Central is broken. Director Seumalo stated that Cal -trans is responsible for fixing this and he will follow -up with them to confirm that it is fixed. Commissioner O'Neal congratulated Chairman Gonzales and Vice Chairperson Jordan. He noted to Director Seumalo that the speed limit on Gunnerson needs to be adjusted due to safety factors. He also stated that Nichols Road should be closed to construction trucks during the Alberhill mining project because of the wear and tear that it will cause on the street and indicated that the freeway would be a better route. Director Seumalo stated that the Traffic Engineer is currently reviewing the provision for speed, sight distance, and weight limits on Gunnerson. Chairman Gonzales noted to Director Seumalo that when traveling on Highway 74, there are no signs specifying the direction of San Juan Capistrano. Director Seumalo indicated that he would notify Cal- trans. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Gonzales adjourned the meeting at 7:11 p.m. to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore to be held on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at 6:00 p.m. at the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California. � oh Gonzales irman Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2011 Page 6 of 6 Attest: City Manager