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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2007 CALL TO ORDER — 6:00 P.M. Chairman O'Neal called the meeting to order at 6:06 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Flores led the Pledge of Alleg,�,#j ROLL CALL PRESENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN G( COMMISSIONER FL COMMISSIONER MI COMMISSIOJN ZF ABSENT: NON PUBLIC COMMENTS None Also present��re Communety Development Director Preisendanz, Deputy City Attorney Santana Puf'li j Works Director /City Engineering Manager Seumalo, Senior Planner Harris, Plannin �Consul #ant Coury, Planning Intern Bitterolf and Office Specialist Herrington. 2. The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar for Planning Commission approval: 1. Minutes for the Following Planning Commission Meeting(s) a) November 20, 2007 Agenda Item No. Page 1 of 12 Recommendation: Approve as submitted 2. Minor Design Review of a Single- Family Residence located at 16505 Mountain Street (APN: 389 - 434 -018) Recommendation: Approve as submitted It was moved by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to approve the Consent Calendar Items No. 1 and 2. 140 j, The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN Gf COMMISSIONER FL COMMISSIONER, M1 COMMISSIONER „ Z NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. n O'N Hearing at 6:05 p.m. Planning- Consultant 0ry provided a brief overview of the project. He indicated that the project would' constructed in two phases. He indicated the applicant would be available to answer any questions that the Commission may have. He noted two corrections, to the Conditions of Approval which he read into the record. Chairman O'Neal” requested Planning Consultant Coury address the lighting Conditions and the hours of operation. Planning Consultant Coury indicated that there are Conditions of Approval that addressed those concerns. Will Nicholas, applicant, indicated he had concerns with the condition regarding the variance and how it lapses after one year. He stated he anticipates the dealership opening around 2010. He stated that they are excited about coming to the City and the possibilities that the City has to offer. Agenda Item No. Page 2 of 12 Community Development Director Preisendanz stated this issue has come up a few times. He indicated the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) only provides for on year. He indicated staff would initiate a code amendment for design reviews that would provide an extension of time. Dale Jolly, resident, requested clarification regarding the six -foot wall. Community Development Director Preisendanz stated that the wall could not be in the public right -of -way. He stated that the footings should be at the property line which is (10) to (12) feet away from the face of the curb. Dale Jolly asked if it would be one continuous wall. Planning Consultant Coury indicated there Avenue 12 on Toyota's boundary with an exc Dale Jolly stated that he is represe neighborhood. He indicated that some associated with the dealership. Richard Lupe, with Lake and the access. Public Works Director Seumalo stat part of the requirements ,,He stated in front of both dealerships. ", Richard other requested signage. one 'continuous wall along adjacent the noise on the traffic signals a traffic signal as it is not way left turn lane painted Planning Consutant Coury mdicate -d'tht "'Ford's property is up against the freeway. He indicated haft 1,he elevation is higher and stated that Ford could submit an application regard'ing'-'a higher, s n, should they choose to do so. Chairm „a, "'n O'Neal closed;the Public Hearing at 6:22 p.m. about the drainage from the run off from the carwash area. Public Works Director Seumalo stated the run off would need to go through the clarifiers and then into the storm drain and not the sewer system. Commissioner Flores welcomed the new dealership into the City. He indicated that based on the Findings, he supports the project. Commissioner Mendoza stated his concerns have been addressed. He spoke of the trees and if they would be young or mature. He also spoke of the area that the dump trucks would travel and requested that the dirt road be watered down in order to prevent dust to the adjacent residential area. Agenda Item No. Page 3 of 12 Vice - Chairman Gonzales welcomed the applicant to the City. He asked what the height difference is between the Ford sign and the Toyota sign. Planning Consultant Coury stated it would be difficult to estimate because of the different angles. He stated because of the different elevations, the Ford sign would give the appearance of being lower. Vice - Chairman Gonzales asked what the applicant would be doing to make it a .. green" building. -„ Will Nicholas stated that he would suggest the certification. Chairman O'Neal requested information on Planning Consultant Coury advised th applicant would submit a photometric reading on the site. Chairman O'Neal stated he has heard ,a number problems. It was moved by Commissioner Zanelli, adopt Resolution No 2007 205, recor Subsequent Mitigatedgative Dec. Declaration No. 2005-0 su during the subm h would identify :ss the candle nts regarding the lighting ;d„ by Commissioner Flores to City Council adoption of a adopted Mitigated Negative Eal�HAIRMAN GONZALES MMISS(ONER FLORES MMI'SSIONER MENDOZA MMISSIONER ZANELLI NE NE ABSTAIN: NONE It was moved by Commissioner Mendoza, and seconded by Commissioner Flores to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -206, recommending City Council approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2007 -08. The following vote resulted: Agenda Item No. I Page 4of12 to get a LEAD The following vote res,lted, AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES ABSTAIN:. NO It was moved by Commis: adopt Resolution o 2007 program No 2007 IL The followinq vote resulted by Commissioner lo. 2007 -01. id seconded by Commissioner Flores to a Minor Design Review for Uniform Sign AYES : COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE It was moved by Vice - Chairman Gonzales, and" Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -207, approving The following vote resulted: AYES: CHAIRMAN ONE VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES` COMMISSIONER FLORES', ... COMMISSIONER MENDOZA' COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN:. NO It was moved by Commis: adopt Resolution o 2007 program No 2007 IL The followinq vote resulted by Commissioner lo. 2007 -01. id seconded by Commissioner Flores to a Minor Design Review for Uniform Sign AYES : :CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE- CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE Agenda Item No. I Page 5 of 12 4. Residential Design Review No. 2007 -13, for Facade Improvements to an Existing Apartment Building located at 16465 Joy Street. Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:31 p.m. Planning Technician Bitterolf provided a brief overview of the project to the Commission. He indicated that the applicant is requesting improvements to an existing apartment building in order to enhance the front elevation, which would include the repair of deteriorating exterior material of the building. He stated staff recommends approval of the project based on the find ings; exhibits and is subject to the Conditions of Approval. He indicated the applicant is available to answer any questions the Commission may have. , Bryan Robinson, applicant, stated he agrees to Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Commissioner Flores had no comments. Commissioner Mendoza had no Vice - Chairman Gonzales had no Commissioner Zanelli asked if construction. � Bryan Robmj sonxeplie uld." Commissioner 00 a.m. to O'Neal It was move adopt Res Residential The following vote resulted: nts. p.m. of construction. Approval. occupied during the struction would be Monday through Friday mer Mendoza, and seconded by Commissioner Flores to 7 -209, recommending to the City Council approval of No. 2007 -13. AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE Agenda Item No. ( Page 6of12 ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 5. Conditional Use Permit No. 2006 -09 & Residential Design Review No. 2006 -03. Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6: 36 p.m. Senior Planner Harris provided a brief overview of the pr,to the Commission. He stated the applicant is requesting a Conditional U„ Permit and Residential Design Review to construct and operate an eighteen unit apartment complex with associated parking and recreational facilities. Ej „end a�f�d the project would be located at 15796 Grand Avenue on the east side approxim feI 265 feet south of l, ' Serena Way. He indicated that staff recommends- tal of the,>� roject based on Rio the findings and exhibits and is subject to the Conditions of Appro s� stated the applicant is available to answer any questions the Commission may Janki Patel, applicant, stated he has read and agrees /to the Condition's of Approval. Dan Uhlry, resident asked if there is,a,way to mitig6 turns on Grand Avenue. Public Works Director Seumalo stated the, °only effective way is to construct a median in front of the driveway at such a leridth that pars do not take a chance of going the opposite direction Saddle Hamilton Eresidenfexpressed herconcerns with the extra traffic in the area. Public Works Directo Seu malo stated he spoke with the traffic engineer and indicated that traffic shoal not increase enough to validate any traffic signals. Saddie Hamilton indicated sloe disagreed with that decision. Daniel %Date, resident epresd his concerns with congestion along Kevin Place and the extra traffic than #his project could impose. He also spoke of the noise issue and requested,, nforma I on how to mitigate the noise level in the area. Community Deve§0''ment Director Preisendanz stated that the noise is regulated by the CC &R's which -are established prior to occupancy., He indicated the City's Code Enforcement Department could assist in enforcing the violators of the Noise Ordinance. Jackie Rogenbuck, resident, expressed her concerns with the traffic and asked for clarification on the parking at the facility. Senior Planner Harris indicated that the amounts of parking spaces are calculated by the number of bedrooms in each unit and when staff did the calculations, it came Agenda Item No. 1 Page 7 of 12 to (42) parking spaces. He stated it is the same requirement whether it is two or three bedrooms. Jackie Rogenbuck asked staff if there would be any way to widen Kevin Place. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the Conditions indicate widening Kevin Place to forty (40) feet, curb to curb. Community Development Director Preisendanz addressed the improvements to be made in connection with the project that would improve the p*19 circulation. Dawn Benavides, resident asked if there would be, wall that would be placed between the proposed apartment and the residents on Kevm Place. Senior Planner Harris stated there would be a six (8),foot wall �eftnd the project site and in the front of the complex there woul /�� a decorative wall �with.a gate and an entry tower. I, Bobby Smith, resident, noted that any de�U.,blo`mnent in the area would be considered an improvement. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public 4 gat 6:52 p.m Commissioner Mendoza had no com ents Vice - Chairman Gpn'zales spoke of Keviry Place and how narrow the street is. He also indicated the apartments would and hopefully would control the parking of cars wi `h" / ' he complex. could be done to mitigate the traffic flow C'onimissioner Flores, , that he supports staff recommendations and felt there would be adequate parkin" in the facility. ,r Chairman O'Neal requested clarification on the Crime Free Housing Program. Senior Planner Harris stated the Crime Free Housing Program is through the Sheriffs Departm' ht which works with the applicants on a variety of issues to help reduce crime in the area. Chris Christen, applicant approached the podium. Chairman O'Neal asked the applicant if he would object to adding a Condition of Approval that would require entering into the Crime Free Housing Program. Director of Community Development Preisendanz read into the read the Condition as follows: Agenda Item No. I Page 8 of 12 The applicant shall enter into a Crime Free Housing Program as administrated by the Lake Elsinore Police Department prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Chris Christen agreed to the added Condition. It was moved by Commissioner Mendoza, and seconded by Vice- Chairman Gonzales to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -210, recommending that the City Council adopt Findings that the entitlements are consistent with the '' /''" iple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN Gc COMMISSIONER FL COMMISSIONER' ZP NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE It was moved by „Commissioner Zane[ adopt Resolutiorf�Number 2007-211, api The followina,uote resulted: �- second by Commissioner Flores to Conditional Use Permit No. 2006 -09. AYES'. CHAJ,RMAN O'NEAL ° VICE OMAN GONZALES T O UP COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA �C"OMMISSIONER ZANELLI NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE It was moved by Commissioner Mendoza, and seconded by Commissioner Flores to adopt Resolution Number 2007 -212, recommending to the City Council approval of Residential Design Review No. 2006 -03. Agenda Item No. I Page 9 of 12 The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE BUSINESS ITEMS None INFORMATIONAL 6. Cancellation of W- Chairman O'Neal indicated the item up for discussion is,whether or not the Planning Commission would like to have a meetingon Janua . It was agreed unahjmouslyby the Plannm Commission to cancel the regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting 'onJanuary 1 Chairman O Neal received a requp peak from Flo Jackson after the Public Comment session, howeven'allowed him to speak for the record. Flo Jackson, Canyon Lake sta n f cl that he owns a parcel off Collier and requested assistance with his ghof- way%4iy keeping Steve's Towing off his property. Director of ° /;��munity,Development Preisendanz stated that he would refer this to the Deputy City ttor, for further advice. He stated it is normally a civil manner, but he would be,ld to look at any recorded documents to assist with finding any information on access. Deputy City Attorney Santana indicated the safest advice would be to hire an attorney to resolve the issue. She indicated that neighbor to neighbor disputes are civil matters. Planning Manager Weiner stated that Mr. Jackson came into City Hall and was assisted by Planning Technician Bitterolf. He stated that Mr. Jackson was given maps and should be prepared to take the next step to get any further action. Agenda Item No. I Page 10 of 12 STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director Seumalo commented on the following: • He spoke of the Franklin Street paving which should begin by the end of the month. • He spoke of the Allen Street improvements. He indicated that City Council approved an agreement between the City and Fairfield Apartments at the last Council meeting. Community Development Director Preisendanz commented on the following: • He spoke of the General Plan Update and indicated that "it is ready to go out for public review. ' PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Chairman O'Neal commented on the fol • He expressed his concerns with the u Lanes. Vice - Chairman Gonzales com No comments Commissioner Me • No comments Commissioner Flores • He the followi the help he received from staff. following: Use Permit for Trevi • He ex ressed his thou ' #s regarding projects coming into the City and his role of as p 9� 9 9 P 1 9 Y Planning Commissioner ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus of the Commission to adjourn to the December 18, 2007, Regular Planning Commission meeting at 6:00 p.m. located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA. 92530. Chairman O'Neal adjourned the meeting at 7:18 p.m. Agenda Item No. I Page 11 of 12 MICHAEL O'NEAL, CHAIRMAN PLANNING COMMISSION Respectfully Submitted, DANA PORCHE OFFICE SPECIALIST III ATTEST: TOM WEINER ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOP Agenda Item No. Page 12 of 12