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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 18 2007 CALL TO ORDER — 6:00 P.M. Vice - Chairman Gonzales called the meeting to order at PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Flores led the Pledge of Allegiance Ile ROLL CALL PRESENT: VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES �\ ; COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MEP COMMISSIONER ZAN ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL STAFF PRESENT Also present were CZ% unity Development`D'ector Preisendanz, Planning Manager Weiner, Deputy City Ao ey a =tana Planning Consultant Donahoe, Planning Consultant Court'; ssoc ate, >„planner�� os'on, Public Works Director /City Engineer None 1. Minor Design Review of a Single - Family Residence located at 703 Pottery Street (APN: 374 - 041 -017). Recommendation: Approval Vice - Chairman Gonzales requested the applicant to approach the podium. ACENDA ITEM X30. I PACE f ar l3 Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 2 of 13 Hector Zubieta, applicant for the project indicated his client has read and agrees with the Conditions of Approval. A motion was made by Commissioner Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -157 approving Minor Design Review for a conventionally built Single -Story Single - Family dwelling unit located at 703 Pottery Street. The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELL1,AO`� NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'N ABSTAIN: NONE 10 Avenue (APN: 378 - 262 -004) Recommendation: Denial Vice - Chairman project to his rE Commissioner Zan like to hav height of from the'item due to the proximity of the to approach the podium. the project as well as item number three stated he tV /to work with staff in order to work out the issues zNN ��� Commis?Q p Zanelli 4 "sCed the applicant if he is requesting a continuance. Scott Vasquez \ggfirmed by saying a feels t their have been some miscommunicatioh him and staff and requested more time to resolve the issues. Commissioner Flores requested a point of order. He indicated staff is recommending a denial for the project yet the applicant is requesting a continuance for both this project as well as item number three. Deputy City Attorney Santana confirmed that the Commission could continue off calendar Item's two and three with one motion. AGEPIDA ITEM fW. PPICE 9 Cpl Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 3 of 13 3. Minor Design Review of a Single- family Residence located at 415 Adobe Street (APN. 377- 312 -020) Recommendation: Denial A motion was made by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to continue off calendar the Minor Design Review of a Single - Family dwelling unit located at 16781 Holborow Avenue and at 415 Adobe Street. The following vote resulted: CHAIRMAN O'N VICE - CHAIRMAN Vice - Chairman Gonzales PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) Vice - Chairman at 6:11 p.m. ProiegtPlanrier r "�Jp oe p.�o Jided a brief overview of the project to the Commission. Shemdicated the is ' =no:s the Third Street Annexation Area. She stated the project is bordered by DO O R Avenue and Camino Del Norte to the west, Waterfof' Street to the east and Highway 74 to the north all which is currently in the County of erside She noted the General Plan Update adoption process is not anticipate gin unti�`the first quarter of 2008 and LAFCO takes a minimum of six (6) months in which the City desires to submit the annexation to LAFCO. She stated this would give staff ~en gh time to get the application ready. She stated LAFCO is willing to accept,fhe annexation application, but would not be taking any action on the annexation until such time that the City pre -zones the property. She indicated staff recommends approval of the project. She advised the Commission that she received a memo from a property owner and provided a copy to the Commission. Vice - Chairman Gonzales requested speakers to speak either for or against the project. Mike Matthews, resident of the unincorporated area of Lake Elsinore spoke neutral of the project. He addressed the Commission on how the City did not accurately AGE A7 BT eye FSt,. __3_ AYES : COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI , I' Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 4 of 13 inform the residents regarding the past meeting on the Third Street Annexation. He stated four key questions that the residents of the Third Street Annexation wanted straight forward honest answers and did not receive. The first most important is the zoning and quality of life issue. He indicated without a commitment from the City to keep the Residential Agriculture (RA) zoning, he stated it would impact his quality of life by taking away the many freedoms that he moved there to enjoy. He feels he can classify his home as horse property which would keep the value of the homes at the level equal to surrounding housing in the area. He added that he asks for an action plan for the flooding and water issues that he has experienced since construction has began in Wasson Canyon. He indicated a response was never given until the residents had to plead with many of theg City County and State Officials. o George Edsel, stated he was involved in a propg5ed axation about thirteen years ago and indicated he does not understand eosts. El one should take a AM look at the benefits for the residents and suested %having it pl a ballot for the City to vote on. Bernard Rockwood, requested the zoningif re . i " is. He��spoke of the Ir potential speeding on Welch Street, the sewer s drainage issues and how it could impact the residents. thl— Eddie Henosa, spoke of the water',W4 `°`� � off Allen Stre`"� rld the proposed zoning for the annexed property. He requeste th aater issues be handled as soon as ry possible. n Elsinore Hills RV� arkI(ffl e not entered into the "record) stated his concerns were with zoning an ,, %p\o, sed fj"at should the,zoning be changed to Hillside Housing, it would reduce fhe erty value y ,J /eG / � Vice Cha rQ NGgnzaleSzc sed the Public Hearing at 6:27 p.m. Vic6lChairman Gonzales advis, he audience the sewer lines are controlled by L 11 re Murnci Waterg istrict (EVMWD) and not the City. He requested commentS_from staff a Messing the comments made by the public. Project Planner Donahoe pointed out to the Commission the action that is before the Commission is�to ,request LAFCO to commence proceedings to annex the territory �..Z designated and 6 Vthe land uses. She noted many property owners wish to keep horses on their property and staff would research to determine if it is feasible to zone the area allowing horses Deputy City Attorney Santana replied by saying the City would take a look at the zoning when staff is considering the prezoning application. She stated it would be coming forward at the same time as the General Plan Update. Commissioner Flores spoke of a letter from David McLane which was entered into the record. He stated the issues in the letter spoke of land uses and asked if the Commission could discuss the matter. AGENDA ITEM NO. PACE 4 op 3 Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 5 of 13 Deputy City Attorney Santana replied by saying the request before the Commission is a request for a boundary change only. The prezoning portion of the request comes forward in the future and is likely that staff would be better prepared to answer any questions so that we do not send out any mixed messages to the public. Commissioner Flores asked when would the public have their questions answered regarding the zoning issues. He stated, although it is a preliminary hearing staff is requesting the process to be continued without the property owners having their questions answered. Director of Community Development Preisendanz replie'by saying staff is in the process of answering the questions the public presentp, J' zoning. Kirt Munio, resident of Lake Elsinore stated th � i ,,questions pl �ted are important y� p� issues that would have an effect on whether he =should use' is " land as he is currently using it. Commissioner Flores replied by saying as lo( he "�Commissioper for the City he would assure to address all issues. He Po out that the supervisor for the County or a representative sh" uld have atten e> the meeting. He stated he believes the County and the City a not put their be oot forward and suggested the public call the County Supervise an ° ndtexpress their c ohs. I � Public Works Director /City Engineer Seumao ;indicated that he met with Commissioner Zanel i d. Commissioner Flores on, he drainage issues on Allen Street. He stated t�ia a "s working with CalTrans and confirmed that they are moving forward,<t diverting #hg water. ' Mike Matthews star d e %isle king for ari' answer to his questions as it has been over a year H estate e oueosee the drainage issues resolved and stated the County SUpMisor is Nso>aware of the issues. Commissioner Flores' ated sFb Id the annexation proceedings continue, the City would be able to proviop needed services. He stated he would like to see the Annexatio` eve forwd, so the City could assist the property owners further. Commissioner endoza thanked the audience for expressing their concerns to the Commission. Fie tated he symphonizes with the homeowners who have had to deal with the drainage issues and indicated that as long as the land remains in the County, the City can't help the situation. Eddie Henosa stated the drainage issues are a result from water coming from an area that a developer commenced grading on. Commissioner Zanelli concurred with the Commission. He pointed out that the City is making every effort to improve the area. He stated the improvement may take some time to resolve and stated he is in favor of approving the Annexation. AGENDA ITEM N0. PAcE s cp 13 Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 6 of 13 Vice - Chairman Gonzales concurred with the Commission. He asked the Community Development Director at what point do the citizens have a chance to vote. Community Development Director Preisendanz replied by saying the citizens would receive a notice regarding the annexation, prezoning and entitlements and would have a chance to vote. Commissioner Zanelli suggested to Community Development Director to provide the audience an explanation of the fees that would incur once they are part of the City. A motion was made by Commissioner Zanelli and sec d by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -158, recomn ° g to tie City Council that a request be made to the Riverside County Local Ag,e, ormation Commission (LAFCO) to commence proceedings to annex the t r�ory designated as Annexation No. 81 into the corporate boundaries of the City q Elsindre,f The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZAL COMMISSIONER FLORE` COMMISSIONER MENDO COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT v����AIF ABSTAIN NONE Vice Chairman Gonial s meetm at 7 05& m Vic ,Chairman Gonzales Indic dbt R9 on them separ e 5. Conditional'i =,,Use Permit No. condominidrnurposes)` and Ridge. \a Recommendation: Approval 6. Conditional Use Permit No. condominium purposes), and Oaks. Recommendation: Approval at 7:02 p.m. and reconvened the items 5 & 6 would be discussed together but Vice - Chairman Gonzales opened the Public Hearing at 7:06 p.m. AGENDA ITEM NO I PAGE 13 Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 7 of 13 Project Planner Coury stated the project areas for items number 5 & 6 are located immediately adjacent from each other. He indicated for the purposes of the Conditions and Resolutions, separate staff reports have been prepared. He stated the items were continued from the August 21, 2007 Planning Commission meeting at the request of the applicant. He indicated all issues have been resolved and the applicant agrees to the Conditions of Approval. He indicated the projects are pertaining to two individually -owned condominium units with an associated common area within the Canyon Hills Specific Plan. He stated both projects are located off Railroad Canyon Road, across, from the existing fire Station. The architectural style would include Craftsman, Mediterranean and Tuscan and both would be maintained by the Home Owner's Association (HOA). He noted handicap parking would be provided for both projects,�llowing for disabled access to the Recreation Center areas. He advised the Comrrlissiori tlithe applicant for both projects is available to answer any questions the��griimission mad have. David Dunham, representing Pardee the two projects. staff for their- of Jim Stringer, representing Pardee Homes indicated that they agree to the Cgnditions of Vice - Chairman Gonzales reques further comments, Vice - Chairman staff for all their help and from th"Spublic. There being no 0d the Py is Hearing at 7:13 p.m. Commissioner Mendoza ; spoke of the "Condition's' " 'of Approval and requested Condition No 21 be modified to include days and times. He mentioned the driveway nearest to the irDepartment and asked if there would be a deceleration lane for the second entrane�� % •;. ogmn Protect Planner� nde bysying there would not be a deceleration lane at this.time P' bhc ,Works Director /City Engineer Seumalo noted that a traffic study was conducteand the deceleration lane was not identified as a mitigation tool. He stated st could furthbr review and added it if the Commission felt is was rr necessary. Commissioner Mendoza stated the project would be a welcomed sight to the parcel and had no further comments. Project Planner Coury clarified Condition No. 21 to read the days and hours of construction. Commissioner Mendoza concurred. Commissioner Zanelli asked if the Recreation Center would be completed prior to occupancy. AGENDA ffEul NO. I PAGE 7 CF / �_ Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 8 of 13 David Dunham concurred that the Recreation Center would be completed along with the model prior to the production units. Commissioner Zanelli had no further comments. Commissioner Flores stated he is very proud that Pardee Homes has chosen Lake Elsinore for this project. He asked if there is going to be a park proposed. Jim Stringer replied by saying the reason there isn't any park is because of the two proposed recreation centers and stated there are parks on the other side of Railroad Canyon Road that satisfied the entire park requirements forthe`Canyon Hills project. Project Planner Coury noted there are two recreatioWpbobters within both projects including common areas and open field play areas dr % Commissioner Flores asked if he knew of the go'reage of the opd"Ietd play areas. David Dunham replied by saying the rep 4' facilities are strictly for the residents // ,' which include a steam room, sauna exerciseG� uipen, a racquet ball court and swimming pool. He stated in addition to the re r on facility, both protects include NO Tot lots and picnic areas including barbeques. Vice - Chairman Gonzales asked if n p ct t d water wo�uld� used for watering the trees. " .. �� Jim Stringer stated if the water were to .bb availabld1hen they would like to use it, however he statedthe friaj6flty of the time the water is not available. He stated they are also usm��,energy smartz buildings which include extra installation, dual pane Wow windows and e glass all wl is energy effi✓ Which, miammi Vice -Cf�r Gonzalds1had no f"uiftherycomments and called for a motion. It was motioned bq�Commiss'o erFFlores and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to b ung adopt Resolution No 2007 -159 and adopt Findings that the project is exempt from the M�'� a Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). 3 The followm to resq ted: AYES VICE- CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ABSTAIN: NONE AGENDA ITEM NQ. 1 PAIGE � OF r� Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 9 of 13 It was motioned by Commissioner Flores and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -160, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2006 -15. The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ABSTAIN: NONE It was motioned by Commissioner Flores to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -161, rec Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No. 34978. The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE- CHAI'RMAN COMMISSIONER COMMISSIO ER COMMISSIONER ABSENT: by Comm `T' der Mendoza City Coun Approval of WW6 ymotioned by Commissioner Zanelli and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution NftO07 =162, approving Residential Design Review No. 2006- 09 .. _ . y;. The fol AYES < ,.' VICE- CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ABSTAIN: NONE AGENDA ITEM fll@. PAGE Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 10 of 13 It was motioned by Commissioner Zanelli and seconded by Commissioner Flores to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -163, adopting Findings that the project is exempt from the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ABSTAIN: NONE It was motioned by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -164, approving The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE -CHAIR AN COMMISSIO R JAM m" � MISSION -, BI MISSIONER< ABST ed by Commissioner Zanelli I Use Permit No. 2006 -16. It was� t�pned by Co ffil missio'ner Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to adopt °Resolution N§12007 -165, recommending to the City Council approval of Vesting Tentafa��e ParQAfNap No. 34979. The following vote; \ AYES \: 3esulted: VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL AGRIDA ITEM PAGE j Q oFF Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 11 of 13 ABSTAIN: NONE It was motioned by Commissioner Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner Zanelli to adopt Resolution No. 2007 -166, approving Residential Design Review No. 2006- 10. The following vote resulted: AYES : VICE - CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER FLORES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE ABSENT: CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ABSTAIN: NONE BUSINESS ITEMS 7. and Advance Treatment Units. Planning Manager Weiner stated the monitoring in the Coon Club Heigh Coma, \ Advanced Treatmnt Urf'it a stated 1 already. He i Mated tha elated to Municipal Wa£er�istr�ct (� MWD) to Meeting where some of wite so b q "�fo discuss related to septic 31 Ana River Basin as well as ission is aware of some information rt is an offer from Elsinore Valley at the next Planning Commission :d more at length. Comm SS ion er Zartelli res'{ Mwded by saying he would like to see a presentation pr to the Comm ssion b EVMWID at the next meeting. He stated as staff rece more inform t qn he w Id like to look into changing the Municipal Code to require septic go t n ad6nce treatment unit which means any water would be clean as what EVMWDs currently pumping into the lake. He stated if that option would no t hen t ther route to take is to either put a moratorium in the area or try to gam fun�gr development of septic systems. Commissioner Flores stated septic systems in the Country Club Heights area have been a concern of his and recommended to also look at percolation testing. He suggested having the Water District attend the meeting as well. Commissioner Zanelli concurred with the recommendations and suggested having a representative from Riverside Health Department available to answer any questions that the Commission may have regarding the processing. Deputy City Attorney Santana suggested that the City Council should be involved as well and proposed a Joint Study Session with Council and Planning Commission. AGENDA ITEMA NO. PAGE I _0F 13_ Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 12 of 13 Commissioner Mendoza suggested having a presentation first with EVMWD and then a Joint Study Session including City Council. STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director /City Engineer Seumalo commented on the following: • He spoke of the Capitol Improvement Project on Franklin Street which is going to City Council for award. 111, PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Chairman O'Neal commented on the following: Vice - Chairman Gonzales commented on • He spoke of Canyon Hills Club House and how Commissioner Mendoza • He spoke of the improvements to great it looks. Commissioner • He commented Mission Trail and how the City iskl having the new bowling alley and enjoys A�t�ere. However, he stated he does not like ques es staff to move forward and ask the applicant according to the City's standards. Director of pdanz replied by saying the owner promised the wever has not followed though. He stated he would y's Code Enforcement Department. on the following: He spoke of the &Ufiti on the walls at Trevi Lanes Bowling Alley and stated that the suspects were caught. He stated City staff contacted the local newspaper hoping they would publish an article about the incident however refused to do so. He indicated that he was disappointed to learn the newspaper would not support the City. AGENDA ITVA N®. ( _- pAc�c la qr 3 Planning Commission Meeting September 18, 2007 Page 13 of 13 ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus of the Commission to adjourn to the October 02, 2007, Regular Planning Commission meeting at 6:00 p.m. located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA. 92530. Vice - Chairman Gonzales adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m. JOHN GONZALES, ,,VICE- CHAIRMAN PLANRIIN' COMMISSION Respectfully Submitted, DANA PORCHE OFFICE SPECIALIST III ATTEST: TOM WEINER ACTING DIRECTOR O AGENDA ITEM NO. � — PAGE 13 OF L3