HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1aCITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES OF JUNE 5, 2012
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chairperson O'Neal called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Morsch led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
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Present: Vice Chairperson O'Neal
Commissioner Gonzales
Commissioner Morsch
Absent: Chairperson Jordan
Commissioner Blak
Also present: Acting Communit
Director Seumalo, City Attorney
Specialist Herrington.
ion, Public Works
Coury, and Office
None.
1.
a. ~ay 1, 20
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Motion m, qd'aPP y Commissioner Gonzales and seconded by
Commissper Morsch to approve May 1, 2012, Planning
Commission Minutes with the following revision of the
Commissioner's votes to Zone Code Amendment No. 2012-
01 to read as follows:
Moved by Chairperson Jordon and seconded by
Commissioner Morsch to approve the proposed Resolution.
A substitute motion was made by Vice Chairperson O'Neal
and seconded by Commissioner Gonzales to continue the
item to the June 5, 2012, Planning Commission meeting.
Following procedural rules, Chairperson Jordan asked for a
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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vote on the substitute motion first. The motion to continue
the item passed by a vote of 3 to 2 with Vice Chairperson
O'Neal, and Commissioners Gonzales and Blake voting in
favor and Chairperson Jordon and Commissioner Morsch
voting against.
b. May 15, 2012
Motion by Commissioner Gonzales, seconded by
Commissioner Morsch to approve the ;Planning
Commission Minutes of May 1, 2012 with a reyisi N. on;to the
Commissioners vote and approve Planning, Commission
Minutes of May 15, 2012; Motion passed",,
,
2. Meeting Minutes completed by the
outstanding meetings:
a. May 1, 2007
b. May 15, 2007
C. June 5, 2007
Motion made by Commissio°nerzales and seconded by
Vice Chairperson O'Neal to apps gopianning Commission
Minutes of May 1, 2007, Mai! 1~ 2007 and June 5, 2007
ax„
with Comr~lssloer Morsch gbstaining Motion passed
2-0-1. .N.,.K%
d.
e.
Motion by Q7, misstoner, Gonzales and seconded by
Cpmmissioner , orschy`to approve Special Joint City
C?ouncil and Plning' Commission meeting minutes of
Nonember 16 X10, and approve Planning Commission
meatt ng inut ' of December 7, 2010 with revision to
reflect thf Erman Gonzales adjourned the meeting, not
Michael , I eal, and also to reflect that the signature
approval block is to state Chairman John Gonzales, not
Michael O'Neal; Motion passed 3-0.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S)
from
3. Highway 395 Corridor Study for Southwest Riverside County Update
Workshop
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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Andy Pendoli and Rick Barrett of WRCOG discussed the Highway 395 Corridor
Study for Southwest Riverside County.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal asked Mr. Barrett to explain the purpose of the 395
Corridor because 1-15 already connects the Cities such as Murrieta and
Temecula. Mr. Barrett explained that although Interstate 15 is important to
connect these cities, the 395 Corridor is important for economic development,
local transportation, and congestion relief.
Commissioner Morsch asked what vision they see for the,Corridor relating to
transportation. Mr. Barrett stated widening of roadway I",Me lanes built upon
and expanded, and more public transportation optioMr. Barrett also stated
they would like feedback from the City and its corm based on the City's
General Plan. Acting Community Development Director Mo lion stated that it is op to each city
if they chose to implement the 395 Odor redo„mmend atlons,~ it;,,pris not a
requirement.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated
suggested incorporating the Ball
Street, etc.
For clarification Mr. Barrett stated th8
Corridor begins at M,~'"n&`S~eet and goe
to Mission Trail thr qqh Co"n Street.
he thinksAhat this is a great idea and
District the Downtown projects on Main
4.
Lake Elsinore, the 395
shore Drive, connecting
imertN thaVfie Planning Commission adopt a resolution
ding t ;he ity Council approval of Vesting Tentative Tract
36447 ~ybased on the findings, exhibits and conditions of
Planning Consultal)#FCoury presented the staff report.
Mike Taylor of Pardee Homes addressed the Commission. He stated that the
Canyon Hills Community Park is scheduled for completion in approximately 60
days and they are scheduling a Grand Opening on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
Victoria Weir, resident of Canyon Hills, complained of dust due to grading
activities. When she contacted Pardee Homes they said they would get back to
her in July. Mr. Taylor stated that they have grading permits and blasting permits
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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which are governed by the Air Quality Management District (AQMD), and
inspected by the City.
Commissioner Morsch asked if there is a regular schedule that the inspectors
follow when they go to the site. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the
inspectors go to the site every day and that he would follow up with the City's
inspector regarding Mrs. Weir's concerns. He also indicated that he would make
sure to communicate with the developer.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal requested that the City be more proactive regarding
complaints made by the community. 'Q
Commissioner Morsch asked if the City has receiv AM laints from any of the
other residents in the area. Director Seumalo gtated thaYabe,&k does not believe
that the City hasn't received any other complaffifs but will s" with the City's
inspector to confirm.
Ms. Weir stated that she is an operating en`, eer atid,, is very farro)& with the
grading process; she noted that there is a du " ;t'lem'and although Pardee is
complying with AQMD, nothing has been done abo~ttt.the problem which needs to
be addressed.
Commissioner Morsch asked her Wv'at shWk,woq)d like", them to do. Ms. Weir
suggested being compensated for the"qlepking'cars,, home's windows as a result
of the dust and not~fhat_this is wha~er company does for residents in the
communities that gradejn.
Commissioner Morschked~lf the fnal 11kaflU fence plan would be presented
to the Coss ~wlth teleslgnaureMr. Taylor stated yes. Commissioner
Morschske~tb►rc Wo~ksy Director Seumalo to discuss the street width.
DirecoSeumalo did so. D►rejeumalo suggested revising Condition No. 44
Commissioner Gonzales.~~`ef,asked Mr Taylor to clarify items A through D on the
Resolution. Mr T,av►or crarified the items.
Motion was-Fmade by Commissioner Morsch, seconded by
Commissioner Morsch to adopt Resolution No. 2012-19, a
Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake
Elsinore, California, recommending City Council approval
of Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 36447 with change to
Condition No. 44; Motion passed 3-0.
5. Tentative Parcel Map No. 36409
Recommendation
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution
recommending to the City Council approval of Tentative Parcel Map No.
36409, based on the findings, exhibits and conditions of approval.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the Staff Report.
The applicant, Sergio Vascas of Hacienda Development Solutions addressed the
Commission.
Joann Stuart, resident of Lake Elsinore, stated that she h~Jd that project plans
were submitted to the City regarding this parcel map. ~e Chairperson O'Neal
stated that no plans have been submitted for this locat)o and Acting Community
yid /1,
Development Director Morelion confirmed that his pGl~jee~~~ s been submitted to
the City for the property. 5
Commissioner Morsch asked Mr. Vascas if,he was aware that`/h%, roperty is in
the flood zone. Mr. Vascas stated yes Gommissio er Morsch requested that a
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Condition be added (Condition 18b) to state' fihat he,f ~t line needs to be shown
on the parcel map and the final map to be ~ecQrded' with Riverside County
Engineer's Office.
Motion was made by Commissioner Morsc Qs\ c, ""ed
by Commissioner Gonzales to~~o t Re~ution No.
2012-20, a Resolution of the~Pl~rsY~in t' ission of the
City of Lake El"more, Califd recor"mending to the
city Co cl of t", it of nke Elsinore approval of
Tentative Parcel NJap No. 3640~nerally located on the
South side of Lakeshore- Drive j pring and Line Streets
A?Ns „374282=001''°0013 -004, 374-281-001, -
'002, 003; 004, 005, 006, -007, -008, -009, -010, 373-
162-001, 002, 00z004 and -005) with adding
Engineering Conditio18b; Motion passed 3-0.
6. Zone-Code Amendment No. 2012-01 -
Adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council of the City of Lake
Elsinore approve Zone Code Amendment No. 2012-01.
Acting Community Development Director Morelion and Lake, Parks and
Recreation Director Kilroy presented the staff report.
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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Acting Community Development Director Morelion reiterated to the Commission
that they are only voting on the land use amendment changes to allow for
residential boat dock standards. The actual Residential Boat Dock Standards
are required to be reviewed and approved by the City Council.
REQUESTS TO SPEAK
Ben Butterfield, Lakeland Village resident, stated that he doesn't think that the
Lakeland Village residents should have to pay any fees because they live in the
County. He also stated that he is concerned that there willbe vandalism on the
docks and if there will be law enforcement to address it 11
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Peter Dawson, Lakeland Village resident, stated t-a driving around the
lake he noticed only one nonconforming dock ortlake
" Iie:,also stated that a
Minor Design Review is going to cost appreftly $1,50000 or more per
property and indicated that he doesn t thin hat the Lakeland Vaajge residents
who are residents in the County should be,tJtrolledy the City.
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Paul Castagno, owner of the vacant property located on"Lakeshore Drive stated
that he has had a dock on the lake for approximatel' years and indicated that
there has been much progress with` the draft Resid' I'al Boat Dock Standards
but he still has issues with No's 0 t,A4 3, 4' 11, A-and 25, due to safety
issues. y~'_ YoS..
Tim Fleming, City reside along LaR pore Drtue, stated that he urges the
Commissioners to, tpon tleir decisio until there is a chance to review the
new upcoming lake~,/~gedge uses.
Wendy Lasofski; resideAt La~'tiO&1!'illage, requested that the Commission
postpone heir tles anci,,at safety should be a first concern, not aesthetics.
Cliffordfters, residenfVf,Lake" Village, stated that he has issues regarding
the City orcing the `Boat Dock Standards on the residents that live in the
County bec -rse the residents do not want the City to have control over them.
James Lee, residW'-Rtof'"Lakeland Village, asked the name of the person from the
County that was suppose to attend tonight's meeting but did not show up. Lake,
Parks and Recreation Director Kilroy stated Bob Lyna. Mr. Lee asked if it's the
City's plan to gain access via the property or via the water. Lake, Parks, and
Recreation Kilroy stated that the Dock Standards don't apply to dry land in the
County, so inspections would be by the surface waters only. Mr. Lee noted that
the City could get into liability issues if they are allowed to go onto resident's
properties. City Attorney Leibold stated that the City doesn't have jurisdiction
over the property owners' structures. Mr. Lee wanted to confirm with the City
that pulling the dock out of the water would not affect any of the residents living in
Lakeland Village. Lake, Parks and Recreation Kilroy stated that he was correct.
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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Commissioner Morsch stated that urbanization is taking over, more density is
occurring and with that more restrictions will be coming. He stated that the City
is not just looking at aesthetics and that safety is their man concern. Also, he
addressed a number of the issues that were brought up and noted that the City
developed Standards that everyone could comply with.
Commissioner Gonzales asked if the Code Amendment passes, what needs to
be done to the docks that are currently in the lake to bring them up to Code. City
Attorney Leibold stated that the existing docks can remain as nonconforming
structures for up to 12 years and after 12 years, must comply with the proposed
Boat Dock Standards.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that the Boat Dock Standards are necessary so
that the City can keep the lake clean and safe andrf turn, will make the City a
better place to live.
Motion was made by Commissioner MorsQK, seconded by Vice-, Chairperson
O'Neal to adopt Resolution No. 2012 a Resolution oftanning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore 0611fornia,'iecommendin proval of
the Amendment to the City of Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, Title 17 - Zoning,
Chapter 17.08 -Definitions, Chapter 17.20 (L-)",,, Overlay District,
Chapter 17.104 - Recreational District,and Chapter~%>7 128 - C-P Commercial
park District (Zone Code Amendme No 2Q12-01); Motlerr''passed 3-0.
Vice Chairperson
Residential Boat [
their issues to the,
issues regarding the
meeting and address
Public VyorksiiDrredtor Seu r
rnalo stated that slope repair will begin on June 11tH
He alstated that sink holedln°Lakeshore Drive will be repaired on June 6th
Acting C rpunity Development Director Morelion stated that the reorganization
of the Planrnng,Commisson will be on the Agenda on July 3rd or July 17th and
has not been cohfrmed„as to which day as of yet.
Commissioner Gonzales asked if there are any items on the Agenda for June
19th. Acting Community Development Director Morelion stated that the Capital
Improvement Program Compliance with the General Plan will be on the June 19th
Planning Commission Agenda.
CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS
None.
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner Morsch thanked staff for all of their hard work.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal thanked staff and Commissioner Morsch for their hard
work on the Boat Dock Standards. Also, he asked that the City redefine the
camping regulations. Acting Community Director Morelion stated that staff is
currently working on updating Camping Permits regarding camping time limits.
BUSINESS ITEMS
None.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come befpre~~he Planning 'Commission,
Chairperson Jordan adjourned the meeting ate 0 p.m. The next regular
meeting of the Planning Commisston,of the City o Elsinore will be held on
Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at 6:6, p m~~ at the t t Center located at
183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, Callfor io,
Michael O'Neal
Vice Chairperson
Attest:
munity
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