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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1CITY OF LAKE LSIT1©KE DREAM EXTREME REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION TO: HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: KRISTINE HERRINGTON OFFICE SPECIALIST DATE: DECEMBER 18, 2012 SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTE(S) Recommendation It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the Minutes as submitted. November 20, 2012 Prepared by: Kristine Herrington Office Specialist Approved by: Richard J. MacHott Acting Planning Man ger PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 1 of 8 CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 20, 2012 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Morsch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Morsch led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Chairman Morsch Vice Chairman O'Neal Commissioner Blake Commissioner Gray Commissioner Also present: Acting Planning 'I Seumalo, City Attorney Leibold, Pla Herrington. Motion by Vice the Planning C( blic Works Director , and Office Specialist O'Neal, seconded by Commissioner Blake, to approve Minutes of October 16, 2012; motion passed 4 -0. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 2. Commercial Design Review No. 2012 -06 — located at the northwest corner of Riverside Drive and Walnut Drive (APN: 379 - 222 - 001.- 002. -003, and -008) PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 2 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 2 of 7 Recommendation: Adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council approve Commercial Design Review No. 2012 -06 based on the Findings, Exhibits, and proposed Conditions of Approval. Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report. He noted that Conditions 60, 70, 77, and 87 are amended, and read the amended conditions. Also, he added "applicant shall" to begin second sentence of Condition 77. Commissioner Blake stated that he is glad that a nice lo�`g)J building is going into the empty lot and asked about the parking 'q Planning Consultant Coury clarified that the parking requirement h e been met. Commissioner Gray stated that he is happy Chairman Morsch asked if there a proble . ��it' the Pity asking d�cation to the City when it is Caltrans now, and doe a City have to get a oachment permits from Caltrans. Public Works Dire or Seusalo clarified the role of Caltrans and indicated that they commented and ubmitted a letter. Chairman Morsch asked regarding Conditlo� 0 98 does theme ' require a parcel map or a tract map since it is more than 1'4 ",,sessor Pa« umbers (APNs), and noted that there is a parcel that runscento fh; ?adjacent prop rty. Christi Kendall who i�thq/,developer a ='die owne,% "of Family Dollar addressed the Commission. a notedrEthat the o', rating hours have changed to Monday TOP; through Sunday 8 00 ar>)n. to 8:00 p starting November. She requested that Condition No. 60, �Iso °e amended O''assure full access from Riverside Drive includln left in /leftyou��cde blic Works Director Seumalo stated that he does ' e ' -t rag e�a�1h M'° ndall's quest. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that left in,/0,Iff out access Is pro atic. Chairman Morsch pointed out that when customers leave, they 'll be fng to Walnut Drive which intersects Riverside Drive Commissioner and Commissioner Blake stated that they both agree that congest at this III oition is a safety concern. Ms. Kendall stafecltha they have a development agreement with Family Dollar that requires full 6R &Ogss from Riverside Drive. Commissioner Blake asked if the applicant considered moving the building to the front, and relocate the parking to the back. Ms. Kendall explained that the current prototype layout is the layout for all Family Dollars. Commissioner Blake stated that the project looks great, although he is concerned with the ingress /egress off of Riverside Drive. He suggested drought tolerant landscaping and would like to see trees for parking areas. He stated that the orientation of the roof is east/west but indicated that north /south would be better PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 3 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 3 of 7 for solar panels and suggested looking at those design elements for other projects. Commissioner Gray stated that he appreciates and agrees with many of Commissioner Blake's comments but the project is ready to go and feels comfortable with Condition No. 60, and is in favor of the project as presented. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that the applicant should make it clear to the public that Family Dollar is not a typical $1.00 store. He also stated that he agrees with Commissioner Blake regarding drought tolerant landscaping. Chairman Morsch stated that according to the staff report; the project meets the drought tolerant landscape requirements. He indi = hat he would like to amend Condition No. 98 to read as follows: "All re , > ired el mergers, lot line adjustments, public right -of -way dedications easemen edications and easement agreement(s) for ingress and egrq SIN adja roperty (ies) shall be recorded in a form consistent with the Subdivision Map nct Title 16 of the LEMC with a recorded copy pro wdee[ =to the �C�ty prior to b t?ing permit Issuance." �.,' °" Motion by Vice Chairman O'N and seconded; „by Commissioner Gray, substitute motion by Commission e with Conditlo�t No. 60 being original Condition of Approval, limiting acces�t ntl /nght oir%in Riverside Drive. No second, therefore, Motion died. Original m6tio W. ice Chairman O'Neal and P, seconded by Commissioner Gray to approve %q. esolution No. 2012 -37; A resolution of the Planrnng” QbmmissiWof the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending t Councllapproval of Commercial Design Review No. 2012- 06, for the estAish�rt�' t au, operation 416n 8,320 square foot Family Dollar Retail Store o prope t eorthwest corner of Riverside Drive and Walnut Drt (" ` >� 37 -001, -002, -003, and -008), with amendments to Condi ions 60, 70, 7, art- as discussed by the Planning Commission and set ' elow; Mofio ,sse ith Commissioner Blake opposing. Condition'U Future sa ty improvements may restrict access onto Riverside rive sho be to right in /right out only. L=ert7he WQMP other Condition 77 — Dedicate to the City of Lake Elsinore in fee title right -of -way along Riverside Drive adjacent to the project sufficient to attain a minimum 60' half width right of way. Gees +r,,..+ .,;soa ..,than to The applicant shall pay cash in lieu of construction of a raised median on Riverside Drive , per City Engineer approval. The fee shall be equal to City Engineer PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 4 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 4 of 7 approved cost estimate for improvements (including contingency) plus an additional 15% of the total construction cost estimate to cover design and administrative costs. The cost estimate shall be approved by City staff. • Riverside Drive existing ROW 35 feet'' /2 width — required 60' • Walnut Drive existing ROW 30 feet '' /z width -meets requirement • Fraiser Drive existing ROW 25 feet '' /z width -meets requirement Condition 87 — A grading plan signed and stamped b California Registered Civil Engineer shall be submitted for iew and approval for all addition and /or movement of s " (gradll�ggg). on the site. The plan shall include separate sheet eroslo %'; r, trot, haul Kete and traffic control. The a Ing submittal I include all supporting documentation.ti', be p Kepagred usin tandard title block, standard dn nd n manual available at www.lake- elsinore.org). Condition 98 — All required parcel, bergers, lot lin a tments, public right-of- , a way dedications, easements, de i ions and easement W-, 7K m', 2. agreement(s) for in gress Viand egr, ss through adjacent property(is) shall be recorde..... m consistent with the Subd!,'s'. ap Act and Title I V' the LEMC with a recorded copy_ oAQ o the Clty prior to building permit issuance. ZM/ft DISCUSSION ITEMS) 3. Dis, ssl( &, "Item Minis Chairman tvc explained. Ch as possible. Commissions" in the staff report. What the fees cover. Acting Planning Manager MacHott Irsch stated that he would like the fees to be as minimal Planning Manager stated that he did review "Art cities. Robin Golden stated that she is a mural artist in Lake Elsinore and is an advocate for murals in the City. She stated that she would like to offer her services to staff. She would also like to see flexibility with the City's rules. Chairman Morsch asked the Commissioners to comment on the following: • Definition of "Mural" • Procedures for Approval of Murals • Arts Commission /Council PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 5 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 5 of 7 Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that a mural is not a commercial billboard, and noted his concern regarding censorship. He also stated that having an "Arts Commission" would leave review to the experts. Commissioner Morsch stated that he likes the City of Covina's definition but would modify "on the premises ". Commissioner Blake commended Acting Planning Manager MacHott for his work on this project and indicated that he wants murals to be able to promote schools (including murals on school buildings) in the community. City Attorney Leibold explained the legal definition of Acting Planning Manager MacHott's proposed definition Chairman Morsch asked what the Commission. City Attorney Leibold exp Committee would report to the Planning Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he would an arts background. Suzy Putnam spoke on the matter. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he`' a say regarding the r ' - , he City, ui Covina should be used as art example Ad Hoc Committee vvas�,,mentloned by Leibold stated that It shouIdn c a I and suggest & dllina It Arts Commits and noted that Committee vs. ,stated that the to have id the arts people to have He stated that the City of the Commissioners. City Attorney Hoc" due to the City Council rules All of the, Commissioners agrd6g[Ahat the Committee should be called the "Art Revlew`Gommittee ", and "will in seven members including the City Manager or deslgne the Maj or designee, a representative of the Planning Commissions "and three - embers of the public with arts backgrounds. The te �, . approval proces r. s�Zrvlll be administrative. f)5y Acting Planning Manager MacHott stated that this item will come back to the Planning Commission on February 5, 2013. Chairman Morsch discussed the zoning where murals would be allowed. Commissioner Blake suggested commercial, industrial, and mixed use, excluding single - family and residential zoning. Commissioner Morsch stated perhaps excluding single - family residential. Commissioner Gray agreed with excluding single - family residential zoning. PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 6 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 6 of 7 4. WYROC Discussion Public Works Director Seumalo presented the staff report. Chairman Morsch discussed boundary issues with RP 112. Commissioner O'Neal asked if the Mitigation Measures of the Mitigated Negative Declaration have been completed, and have the Alberhill Specific Plan, Environmental Impact Report, and Mitigated Measures been implemented. He asked if there was a Request for Proposal process and was that completed. In addition, he asked what the process is for revoking a CU -,,and to explain the process. City Attorney Leibold explained the process fo�vokng of a CUP. Commissioner Morsch asked if a CUP was dNd't s Director Seumalo stated that he believes a CUP was do b =t he the CUP. He informed the Commission that he would vu rk i h staff CUP. He requested to continue this item. Chairman Morsch stated ul like the owner to respond. Chairman Morsch asked about vegetation at the location. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that Jeff Hallora rf-16"'scussed havingnursery at the location but he hasn't heard anything more. Chairman Morsch requested a powe to do and asked if the ow er has the Commissioner regarding WYF Public to Acting PlanniT of December 4, 2 2012, and will be Drive in Lake Elsl he im of what the owner wants ral for the CUP. letters from the community operations. t the WYROC discussion item will be Commission meeting. 1`MacHott stated that the Planning Commission meeting I be cancelled, and will be rescheduled to December 18, the Senior Activities Center located at 420 E. Lakeshore PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner Blake stated that it was great to see checkered flags in the City to represent the Motocross. Vice Chairman O'Neal was sorry to hear that Warren Morelion left the City. PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 7 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2012 Page 7 of 7 BUSINESS ITEM(S) None. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Chairman Morsch adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m. The Tuesday, December 4, 2012, Planning cancelled and will adjourn to a regular meeting 18, 2012, located at the Senior Activities C Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. A Commission, on meeting will be f uesday, December at OBE. Lakeshore Chairman PC December 18, 2012 Item No. 1 Page 8 of 8