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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1bMINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 02. 2007 inager >ultant Norks comes o the of the Community Development Director Preisendanz replied by saying staff feels these homes are good projects and they meet the minimum standards and are acceptable to the Planning Division. i�CE 1 I ?W'.' f .'fl. Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 The following items were listed on the Consent Calendar for Planning Commission approval: 1. Minutes for the Following Planning Commission Meetings) a) April 3, 2007 Recommendation: 2. Minor Design Revie Street Recommendation: 5. Minor Design Revie (APN. 377 - 312 -020) Recommendation: Approve as submitted Continuance Approval It was motioned by Commissioner Zanelli, and seconde6 �;, Commissioner Mendoza _ approving the April 3, 2007 Regular Planning Commi n Minutes and adopt Resolution No. 2007 -168, approving a Minor Design view of a Single - Family Resident located at 415 Adobe Stree ontinue the Minor Design Review of a Single - Family Resident located at 1689 G Street to the November 6, 2007 Regular Planning Commission Meeting. The following vote resulted: AYES NEAL V - CHAIRMAN GONZALES 1bNER FLORES MMISSIONER MENDOZA O'';1t111SSIONER ZANELLI NONE ABS E N ' T: NONE AIN: NONE PLANNING "COMMISSION APPROVES THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR 3. Recommendations: Approval Agenda Item L l Page 2 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Associate Planner Resendiz provided an overview of the project to the Commission. He stated the home is a 3,554 square foot conventionally built dwelling which meets all of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code requirements. He advised the Commission that the applicant is available to answer any questions the Commission may have. Chairman O'Neal requested the applicant to approach the podium. Jose Cesar, applicant introduced himself to the Commission and agreed to the Conditions of Approval. Candy Delose, resident of Lake Elsinore spoke of her concer. k with the grading and fencing of the project. , �� °`N Commissioner Zanelli spoke of concerns with the site and noted t i eering plans were not signed. He indicated work had been , mplated without a permits pulled. He spoke of the height of the retaining wl' a 'd how it would the neighbors. He recommended continuing the pr • 'ect u I all concerns have been addressed. r \ \\ Community Development Director Preisendanz resp started the project without any permits. He stated the the walls however, did not finalize thp_walls. Commissioner Zanelli responded engineering plans. Community Development Director permits would be prod \J to the C( Commissioner ,,F inspected the p according to the saying the applicant Official had inspected like to see a copy of the mz replied by saying a copy of the for their review. Commissioner Zanelli and stated he too the applicant if he constructed the wall he never built the block wall without a permit. requested clarification regarding the inspection of the wall. Corn < _ �'ty D��elopment Director Preisendanz replied by saying planning staff normals °not like to issue permits without planning approval. He indicated the applicant 1 1 ceived a permit without planning's approval however; the Building & Safety Department conducted an inspection and issued a stop work notice. A motion was made by Commissioner Zanelli and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to Continue Minor Design Review of a Single - Family residence located at 408 North Lewis Street to the October 16, 2007 Regular Planning Commission Meeting. Agenda Item I b Page 3 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 0 Recommendation: Approval Associate Planner Resendiz pro 'de, Commission. He indicated staff i homes within Country Club Heigh considered Craftsman Style for the p� brick or similar decorative masonry Commission to adopt a Resolution app Findings and is subjq9JWe Conditions an overview ,,W the project with the \ g approval for three (3) single - family d the architectural design is ose oject including decorative block, He requested the Planning vying the proposed project based on the Chairman 0' or owner to approach the podium. Chris Madsen, applie or the project agreed to the Conditions of Approval. d Flores corp'mended the applicant for bring in the sewer line to the He as the applicant if he has any plans on paving the dirt road. plied that the City needs to set up an Assessment District prior to Mendoza thanked the applicant for running the sewer line to the homes. Vice - Chairman Gonzales asked if any other homes in the area could piggy back on to the sewer line. Chris Madsen stated that if any existing home would want to connect to the sewer line they would need to reimburse him for the frontage. Commissioner Zanelli concurred with the Commission regarding the sewer. �/� Agenda Item lb Page 4of17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Commissioner Flores noted that finally someone has come along and brought sewer to the area and he hopes to see more especially in that area. There being no further comments from the Commission, Chairman O'Neal requested a motion. A motion was made by Commissioner Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner Flores to adopt Resolution 2007 -167, approving a Minor Design Review for three (3) conventionally built two (2) story single - family dwelling units located at 30230, 30240 and 30250 Palm Drive. The following vote resulted: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI IN Recommendation: Approval Planning Manager r provided r overview of the staff report to the Commission. He ' pica > the applicant is requesting to construct three (3) single - family homes inA - ang f 2500 square feet. He stated the homes are within the Country Club Hei a a` uld be designed Craftsman style. The homes would be connected " ublic sewer and the applicant is available to answer any questions the Commisssi s x ay have. a pointed out that the homes have a boxy appearance the constraints the applicant is under. had no comments. Zanelli had no comments. There being no further comments, Chairman O'Neal requested a motion. Agenda Item 1 b Page 5 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 A motion was made by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -169, approving a Minor Design Review for three (3) conventionally built two (2) story single - family dwelling unit located at 30165, 30169, and 30173 Mountain View. The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES 7 AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE Agenda Item Lb Page 6 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 ABSENT: NONE G Tl ► ►o►2 PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS) 8. Annexation No. 82, General Plan Amendment No. 2007 -05. and Zone Change No. 2007 -05— Running Deer Annexation Recommendation: Continuance Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:40 p.m. Community Development Director Preisendanz annexation for an area called "Running Deer" whi from the Pacific Clay Annexation and has been order to allow an appropriate time for CEQA' documents it has been requested that this item t 2007 Regular Planning Commission meeting. Chairman O'Neal requested any There being no comments from the It was motioned by Commissioner Zane continue Annexation No. 82, General Change No. 2007 -q wgthe October meeting. The following vote :ed the proj is an a Condition , Approval to LAFCO. He stated in lod and text amendment cued to the October 16, the Commission. O'Neal requested a motion. seconded by Commissioner Mendoza Amendment No. 2007 -05 and Zone 2007 Regular Planning Commission U ., , MAN O'NEAL VI - CHAIRMAN GONZALES C MMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 9. Variance No. 2007 -03 for a Proposed Retaining Wall located at Planning Area No. 4, Building No. 19 at the Canyon Hills Market Place Recommendation: Approval Agenda Item 1/0 Page 7 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:47 p.m Planning Consultant Coury provided the Commission with an overview of the project. He indicated the project is located at the southeast corner of Railroad Canyon Road and Canyon Hills Drive. He stated the purpose of a Variance is to allow for the construction of an on -site retaining wall and to increase the height from eight feet (8) up to a maximum of twenty feet (20), which exceeds the allowable wall height. He stated staff supports the Variance request and recommends the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution and approve the project based on the Findings and is subject to the Conditions of Approval. He indicated the applic to answer any questions the Commission may have. Chairman O'Neal requested the applicant to approach the poem. Mark Radlow, applicant for the project introduced himself to the Comm Chairman O'Neal requested any public speakers b spe either for or againist the project. There being no speakers, Chairman O'Neal closed t0\1 blic Hearing at 6:50 p.m. and brought the discussion back to the dais for comment 6 Vice - Chairman Gonzales had indica$g��. ould agree with the project as long as it \NR goes in line with the slope. p Commissioner Mendoza had no Commissioner Zanelfi&Mhno comments. Commissioner Chairman O'Neal reg0e. led a motion. A mo :� , by Commissioner Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner Za��3elli to a e:,��Resolution 2007 -171, adopting Findings that the project is exempt \\the Multi ' pecies Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). The fdLL�yving u resulted: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE Agenda Item l b Page 8 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 ABSTAIN: NONE It was motioned by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza approving Variance No. 2007 -03 for property located at the southeast corner of Railroad Canyon Road and Canyon Hills Drive, Planning Area No. 4, Building No. 19. The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 10. Commercial Design Review No. 2007- Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Senior Planner Harris provided an ovelew of the project to the Commission. He indicated that the applicant is requestirly a Commercial Design Review to design and construct a 3,06 are -foot, singlet &ory commercial shell building adjacent to the Stater Brothels I' g within the existing Mission Trail Shopping Center complex. He j g' ated he architectural design is considered "Contemporary Tuscan" which Is cod to 11 a overall shopping center complex. He stated staff supports the pro . h and recommends the Planning Commission approve and adopt a Resolution ba oh the Findings and is subject to the Conditions of Approy� indicated? a applicant is available to answer any questions the Coc�r�nission :, u have. O'Ne the applicant to approach the podium. Peter f,_,applicant for the project introduced himself to the Commission. Chairman" O'Neal requested any public speakers speaking either for or against the project. There being no public speakers, Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. and brought the discussion back to the dais. Commissioner Zanelli had no comments. Agenda Item Page 9 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Commissioner Flores noted the project is a great improvement and he liked the design. Commissioner Mendoza had no comments. Vice - Chairman Gonzales had no comments. Chairman O'Neal requested a motion. It was motioned by Commissioner Mendoza and seconded by ( to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -173, recommending that the Findings that the entitlement is exempt from the Mult' Conservation Plan (MSHCP). The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL J VICE - CHAIRMAN GO COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MEND02 COMMISSIONER ZANELLI It was motioned to adopt Resole Commercial De The following vote "ssioner Zanelli Council adopt lecies Habitat es and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli nmending to the City Council approval of CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE 11. Variance No. 2007 -04 "Substandard Lot Size & Rear Yard Setback Reduction" Recommendation: Approval Agenda Item ]b Page 10 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 7:02 p.m. Senior Planner Harris provided an overview of the project to the Commission. He stated the applicant is requesting a Variance to create a substandard size parcel and reduce the required twenty -foot (20) wide rear yard setback by ten feet (10). He stated the applicant is proposing to process a lot line adjustment whereby the existing lot line separating parcels would be relocated to the rear of the existing. He stated by doing this it would convert a 2,000 square foot lot into a more developable 5,500 square foot lot. He stated staff recommends approval of the project and recommends that the Planning Commission approve and adopka ution b ased on the Findings and is subject to the Conditions of Approval. He the applicant is available to answer any questions the Commission may ha%0 Chairman O'Neal requested the applicant to introduce himself to the Cd `= is ion. Vince McGunness, 1951 Port Laurent, Newport B A introduce himself to the Commission and stated he would be availa to ewer any questions the Commission may have. Chairman O'Neal requested any public speakers. There being no public speakers, p.m. and brought the discussion Commissioner Flores asked the a Vince McGunness replied by improvements until they q t their Commissioner Commissioner Floreslno comments. elli hadT o comments. O'Neal closed4he Public Hearing at 7:09 dais. W-° at a� his proposed plans, ie had held off on any development asked about the applicant's driveway and any upcoming Public rks Director /City Engineer Seumalo replied by saying the right -of -way would caese significant impacts to the lot and possibly the City would have to acquire if. He stated the right -of -way is 60 feet from center line so it would be a significant take and if the City were required to purchase the whole lot, the City could sell back the remainder to the other lot. Chairman O'Neal requested a motion. A motion was made by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -175 and adopt Findings that the project is consistent with the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). f Agenda Item) D Page 11 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE- CHAIRMAN GONZALES 1 Planning Manager Weiner provided an overview of the project to the Planning Commission. He stated the applicant is requesting a Variance including the following: • To permit off -site businesses to incorporate signage on the freeway identification sign; and Agenda Item ' Page 12 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 • To permit the freeway identification sign to exceed the maximum allowable height outlined in Section 17.94.170 of the LEMC; and • To permit the proposed five (5) panel signs on the freeway identification to exceed the maximum allowable sign area as outlined in Section 17.94.170 of the LEMC. Planning Manager Weiner stated the Uniform Sign Program includes the request for all building mounted signage and one (1) proposed freeway identification sign. He stated the proposed vacant lot is located on the south corner of Dexter Place and Dexter Avenue intersection. He noted staff has recommended addinci two additional conditions to the Conditions of Approval which he read into the reco =. Condition No. 34: Final design and appearance of the "Lake Isr�o; "Identification Logo and text of the freeway sign shall be consistent h th 's Identity Standards guides for appropriate use of the City Logo and appropriate e e N. The final color and design of the City Identification and Ci% ogo portion of th s gn shall be approved by the Community Development Directof or his or her desig ee. Condition No. 35: The width of the "Lake Elsi o o orl of the sign shall not be less than the text of "Crossroads" located at the ortion of the free standing freeway sign. He stated staff recommends appro „ of the project and4ecommends the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution app a project based on the Findings and is subject to the Conditions of Approval clu tdded conditions. Thomas Ludden, applicant for the prQj ct introduced himself to the Commission. He stated the top and bottom panel are a of the entitlement to the two parcels of property adjacent to V—ftom ay. He st ed the top part of the panel is for the Lone Star Restaurant th is for the adjacent business across from the Lone Star RestaurantJ� Bart Pebbles, develop r the Central Crossroads Shopping Center at Central and Cambern introduced himsefato the Commission. requested any public speakers to speak either for or against the George loort`field, 24532 Quintana Drive, Mission Viejo, CA stated he is glad to see the = e ence of the signs on the freeway. He stated the brand with the logo appears tg a an afterthought and being a footer to the sign. He stated he likes the design and overall likes the opportunity for the City to establish some standards to the branding and recommends including a crown point by using the City's "E" logo. Chairman O'Neal pointed out to the audience that George Bloomfield is the designer for the City's branding and City's logo. Community Development Director Preisendanz pointed out by using the logo at the top of the sign it would increase the height of the sign. Agenda Item ' b Page 13 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 Commissioner Zanelli thanked Mr. Bloomfield for his suggestions and hoped that staff and the applicant could work something out. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 7:25 p.m. Commissioner Flores concurred with Mr. Bloomfield's suggestions. Commissioner Mendoza concurred with his fellow Commissioners and stated he would agree to any type of modification at the top of the sign. Vice - Chairman Gonzales asked if it would be possible to have °t Buy and Smart & Final together on one sign. Thomas Ludden replied by saying they are in the middle of negotiatio its other possible tenants including Best Buy and Smart & F`al. He stated h uld not make final assurances that Best Buy and Smart & F�a�Kould be part of t is center. Vice - Chairman Gonzales requested the Lone prior to having the freeway sign installed. be open for business Thomas Ludden replied by saying provisions have be Ynade with the planning staff to provide decorative wood gr ' panels until the res aurant is actually open for business. He stated scheduling is b de to go concurrent with the opening of the restaurant. Chairman O'Neal asked the applicant of Approval. Thomas Ludden W 15lied es." There being no to the additions to the Conditions O'Neal requested a motion. l3 o�nmissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner sg tion No. 2007 -177, approving Variance No. 2007 -05 conditions added to the Conditions of Approval. lted: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE Agenda Item Jb Page 14 of 17 A motion was made Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 A motion was made by Vice Chairman Gonzales and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -178, approving Uniform Sign Program No. 2007 -05 including the added conditions to the Conditions of Approval. The following vote resulted: AYES : CHAIRMAN O'NEAL VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES with 3 slow >ked if Works ith Mr. ng: ig the a staff Chairman O'Neal commented on the following: He suggested staff to contact the political candidates from the last election and requested they remove their old signs from the right -of -way. Vice - Chairman Gonzales commented on the following: Agenda Item l Page 15 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 • He spoke of the trimming of the Palm Trees within Country Club Heights area and asked when the trees along Riverside Drive would be trimmed. Public Works Director /City Engineer Seumalo replied it depends on the right -of -way and would direct the issue with the maintenance crew during the next staff meeting. • He spoke of a complaint he received regarding the cleanliness of Lincoln Park and the lack of restrooms. He suggested to have it checked during the weekends. Public Works Director /City Engineer Seumalo stated he would pass the information onto the Parks & Recreation Director. • He spoke of the excess signage along Railroad Canyon Road. Public Works Director /City Engineer Seumalo advised the Commission the C' anager had requested staff to dispose of the signs that are within the public r, ;n of -way. Commissioner Mendoza commented on the following: • He thanked staff for their hard work and pointed out h well minor issu e915re being resolved. Commissioner Flores commented on the followmj • He commented on how well Vice- Chairman Gonzales r dycted the last Planning Commission Meeting in lieu of Chairman O'Neal's absence • He spoke of a conversation he had th the Mayor and the City's Building Official regarding the City's building inspect ow well they are treating developers during inspections.����� Commissioner Zanelli commented on • He thanked staff ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus Plannin ommissio EIsiR\0'1, 2530. work and emission to adjourn to the October 16, 2007, Regular at 6:00 p.m. located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake urned the meeting at 7:39 p.m. MICHAEL O'NEAL, CHAIRMAN PLANNING COMMISSION Respectfully Submitted, DANA PORCHE OFFICE SPECIALIST III Agenda Item Page 16 of 17 Planning Commission Meeting October 2, 2007 ATTEST: TOM WEINER ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Agenda Item - r) Page 17 of 17