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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 21, 2012 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Jordan called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Gonzales led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Jordan Vice Chairperson O'Neal Commissioner Blake Commissioner Gonzales Commissioner Morsch Absent: None Also present: Planning Manager Attorney Leibold, Planning Consu Seumalo, City Herrington. Patti Hatch, resident of Cann Hills, state cj hat the dirt road from Canyon Way to Bundy Carryon Road wlthlri"~ yon.Hills has become a short cut for drivers and is difficult-and,' ngerto drive''Oh. She is aware that the dirt road is in the boundaries of Mennd j m,ar and noted that the City of Wildomar stated that they.do not have ,e fun g` "to pave the road. Director of Public Works Seumalo stated that hef~ s spoken to the City of Menifee who will be paving the road. He wasn't sure when this would happen, therefore, he would follow up with the City of Menifeee as to,the date of completion. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 1. Approval of Planning Commission Minutes Recommendation: Approve the following Minute(s): • January 17, 2012 Motion by Commissioner Gonzales, seconded by Chairperson Jordan, to approve the Planning Commission Minutes of February 15, 2011; Motion passed by 4-0-1 with Vice Chairperson O'Neal abstaining. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 1 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 2 of 7 PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 2. Conditional Use Permit No. 2011-11 - A Request to operate a tattoo establishment in approximately 1,800 square feet of leased space within the Westlake Village Commercial Center located at 31712 Casino Drive, Suite 1 C Recommendation: • Adopt a resolution adopting findings that the project is consistent with the Multiple Species Hab#4,.Conservation Plan; and, i • Adopt a resolution approving ConuanaI. Permit No. 2011- 11 for the operation of a tact ~ stables t based on the findings, exhibits, and proposed conditions of S. Planning Consultant Coury presented the%staff report. He staffed" that the applicant is requesting a conditional use perrnltktp, opel°ate a tattoo and a body piercing business and he would like to request,, to have both under one conditional use permit (CUP) so ;that he doesn t have to come back to the Commission again for approval fors the body pierce He also noted that by adding the body piercing, the conditions rerkiain,the same:'' MAN, Vice Chairperson O Nl~ s ed City Attofney Lel~'dAto clarify the legal protocol regarding the considerationgo having both the tattoo and body piercing business under one CUP `Fee.stated £iat he thoughthat they both could be under one CUP so that the applicant doesn't have to'= a back again for approval. City Attorney Lelbold explained the legal protocol to the Commission. Chairperson Jordan agreed ) h',Vlce C if rson'O'Neal to have both businesses under one \O~ CUP The applcant, Mike Metzger of:Canyon Lake, addressed the Commission. Commissiond,,,B ake asked Mr. Metzger what kind of signage he plans on putting up. Mr. Metzgerexplamed where the sign would be placed, and stated that he would follow the`,;'City's code requirements regarding the size of the sign. Commissioner Blake asked Mr. Metzger who regulates tattoo businesses. Mr. Metzger stated that the County Health Department in the City of Riverside. Commissioner Blake asked what kind of sterilization is used when doing tattoos. Mr. Metzger stated that all the equipment he uses is packaged in sterile packages and disposed of after use. Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that he's pleased that Mr. Metzger chose Lake Elsinore to have his business and wishes him much luck and success. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 2 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 3 of 7 Commissioner Morsch stated that the property manager did a good job notifying the tenants within the commercial center and addressing any issues. He stated that he is glad that Mr. Metzger is opening his business in the City. Motion was made by Commissioner Morsch, seconded by Commissioner Gonzales to adopt Resolution No. 2012-06, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting findings that the project is consistent with the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP); Motion passed 5-0. Motion was made by Vice Chairperson O'Neal, Morsch to adopt Resolution No. 2012-07, a Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, Californ Permit No. 2011-11 for a tattoo establishment to Suite 1C; Motion passed 5-0. Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that he need to come before the Commission fo 3. approval of building desig'Os, for a total residential units, including model improvements, for a housing projd t locat 30B of Canyon Hills Specific Pl- (Liuing?, by Commissioner `of the Planning ig Conditional Use 712 Casino Drive, that st by Pardee Homes for single family detached ,.c3omplex and related Tanning Areas 25 and Iside) It is recommended tti'at the Planhi , Commission adopt a resolution making flndings'titat,is exempt from the MSHCP and a resolution - roving Resldentia esign Review No. 2011-06 based on the findings; exhibits and, conditions of approval. Planning.Consultant Co''ry presented the staff report. Chairperson Jptdan ask i why staff didn't provide the Commission with color renderings for s"rp'ehe plans and elevations. Planning Consultant Coury stated that the appoant included color renderings for all plans accept the Italian Style. Chairperson'' Jordan asked if the Commission should be receiving color renderings for all plans and elevations as part of the design review criteria. Planning Manager Morelion stated that all color renderings are part of the design review criteria but noted that it was staff and the applicant's fault that this particular rendering wasn't included. He said he would make sure to include all color renderings in the future. Chairperson Jordan asked why lots 40, 48, 60, 107, 108, 34, and 69 did not have architectural enhancements. She also noted that the resolution and the conditions reference both SF-2 and SF-3 and wasn't sure which one was correct. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 3 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 4 of 7 Planning Consultant Coury stated SF-2 is the correct reference. Also, he indicated that in Plan 1, there are no variations in the roof lines. The applicant, Mike Taylor, Pardee Homes, stated that he can provide color renderings of the plans with the Commission didn't receive to make sure that they are satisfied with the color schemes. He also stated that they are unable to enhance the architectural elevations due to the cost. Commissioner Morsch suggested that the applicant provide color renderings electronically, due to the expense of printing color copies. Planning Manager Morelion stated that currently staff provides copies of the,nda and reports to the Commission, as well as uploading onto the City's w isite.'-He noted that he believes the City will eventually be moving toward prouidtrig all electronically. ~iVice Chairperson O'Neal stated that he appreciates the Llving-:Smart product and likes the neighborhood street scene. He st, e'd "fie is happy to approve the project. Commissioner fthe project. appreciates the outreaj jt at`"Pardee Homes has done and is in favor of Commissioner Gonzales stated the t) Aves the pr,, nd thinks the Living Smart product is great. Commissioner Blake eiad that he walK6d the sIP't" 'and thinks Pardee Homes has done a grec, °H~e stated that he tikes their xeriscape, energy conservation holm and fle'ppility with the-,,floor plan and color schemes. Vice Chairperson Jordan statb'd-that she, noticed there is the same plot plan and elevation-acrossAhe street from eath'other and asked if this allowed in the Specific. Plan. Pldhning Co ultant Coury stated that according to the City's desfallauidellnes this Ispermltted Blake asd how many homes they build in a phase. Mr. Taylor stated Chairperson Jordarlbi-equested that they vary the elevations so that they are not all the same. Mr. Taylor stated that the elevations would vary. Commissioner Blake asked about the color schemes. Ron Nugroho with Pardee Homes explained the color schemes of each elevation. Chairperson Jordan stated that overall, she liked the product and park and would approve the project. Commissioner Blake stated that he appreciated Chairperson Jordan's comments. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 4 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 5 of 7 Motion was made by Commissioner Morsch, seconded by Commissioner Blake to adopt Resolution No. 2012-08, 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 5-0. Motion was made by Vice Chairperson O'Neal, seconded by Commissioner Blake to adopt Resolution No. 2012-09, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2011-06, with the correction to S7 3-1 for SF-2 to replace SF-3; Motion passed 5-0. j 4. 2012-02, and a revision to Tentative F Pardee Homes for approval of bui detached residential condominium uv and related improvements, for a -ho Area 36 of Canyon Hills Specific Plan Recommendation: It is recommended that ti making findings that the pn approving Conditional Use Residential Deslgn~eulew that the City.-Council apprc 34442, for the Living"$m Plan Jordan Mike Taylor, jeot, is ee Pero. No. 012-01 ve the%evis . Irt ,.=1l Condc~m No 3444,2 - A request by gns single family a model t)9.necomplex located wit' f Planning :ommissioh adopt a resolution the MSHCP, a resolution 2, a resolution approving a a resolution recommending n to Tentative Parcel Map No. um Community based on the the staff report. is excited about this product. addressed the Commission. Commissioner Blake"'asked how many lots were originally approved for the condo project. Planning Consultant Coury stated 227 and it is now proposed for 73. He also stated the site plan can accommodate double the number of units with the acreage that is there. Commissioner Gonzales stated that he thinks it's a good project. Commissioner Morsch requested clarification of the layout of the parking lot, the sidewalks and cross sections. Mr. Taylor clarified the designs. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 5 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 6 of 7 Commissioner Morsch read Section 66426 of the Subdivision Map Act and stated that it was his interpretation that this section would require a tract map to create 73 condominium units rather than the proposed parcel map. Rather than delay the project, he requested adding a condition to the conditions of approval to put the burden of proof in the hands of developers rather than to the City, as far as the need for a tract map vs. parcel map and suggested the following wording: "The applicant shall be responsible to comply with all sections of the State Subdivision Map Act and City Municipal Code regarding filing and recording of the condominium plan". Commissioner Morsch noted that Condition No.'s 68,0d 190 were duplicates and requested Director Seumalo to review them. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he would reviewall conditions and delete the duplicates. Vice Chairman O'Neal requested thaf'V%i Attoimey Leibold 'explain the Subdivision Map Act regarding condominwmt maps,and parcel maps. City Attorney Leibold explained to the Commission Chairperson Jordan requested thatthppllcant worms 'th staff regarding the elevations and plot plans. Also, she stated at she Ilk6d"the architecture on all the plans but the Spanish and asked if the Spanish architecture could be Sri' enhanced. Mr. Taylor st ~ , that there was no fU"ding available to change the design for this Mr. NugrolQ~described he architecture on the Spanish plan and cost. Director Seumalo thanked' Commissioner Morsch for meeting with staff regarding the Subdivlsion`Map Act. PLANNING COMM'ISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Gonzales stated that the new Stater Bros hired 70 new employees. Commissioner Morsch thanked everyone who participated at the "Clean Extreme" function located at the Army, Navy Academy in Lake Elsinore and noted that 400 people showed up. He also stated that the next Boat Dock Standards Public Hearing will be held on March 7, 2012. PC March 6, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 6 of 7 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of February 21, 2012 Page 7 of 7 Commissioner O'Neal stated that he likes working with staff but is apologizing in advance for what he is going to say at the City Council meeting to be held on March 13, 2012, regarding the MCA Reclamation Plan Appeal. CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Chairperson Jordan adjourned the meeting at 7:50,;;K meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of L01, Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. at the ;;Cult 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California. Attest: Warren Morelion Planning Manags I Commission, next regular will be held on ter located at