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REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: KRISTINE HERRINGTON
OFFICE SPECIALIST
DATE: FEBRUARY 28, 2013
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTE(S)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the Minutes as
submitted.
• February 5, 2013
Prepared by: Kristine Herrington
Office Specialist
Approved by: Richard J. MacHott
Acting Planning Mana er
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 5, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Morsch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Jordan led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Morsch
Vice Chairman O'Neal
Commissioner Blake
Commissioner Gray
Commissioner Jordan
Absent: None
Also present: Acting Planni
Seumalo, City Attorney Leibold,
Herrington.
Chairman
behalf of.�
stated
Memoir "Gift -of Seeds"
Seeds" which' <Is °�a colle
it took three years tc
recognition. He also st
in Kindle format.
Public Works Director
ry, and Office Specialist
would be doing a presentation on
calf bUAssemblywoman Melissa Melendez, she was
Recognition to John Clinton Gray for publishing his
mmissioner Gray stated that the book is titled "Gift of
of true stories, memoirs, and essays. He stated that
to and he appreciates Councilwoman Melendez's
that "Gift of Seeds" is available on Amazon.com, and
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S)
1. Minutes for the following Planning Commission meeting
(s)
• December 18, 2012
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Gray, to
approve the Planning Commission Minutes of December 18, 2012; with revision
to page 4 of 10, last paragraph, change Section 4308 to Section 84308; revision
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Of February 5, 2013
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to page 7 of 10, 2nd paragraph, delete the partial sentence, "This mining CUP.';
revision to page 9 of 10 to state that Commissioner Gray had a book published
and is available on createspace.com; motion passed 5 -0.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S)
2. Residential Design Review No. 2012 -05 — A request by Pardee Homes for
approval of building designs for 78 single - family detached residential
condominium units and related improvements, for a housing project
located within Planning Area 36 of Canyon Hills Specific Plan (Living
Smart Parkside)
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Planning
making findings that the project is ,,e
resolution approving Residential Debi
Living Smart Parkside Condomimum'<'G
Exhibits and Conditions of Approval atta
Chairman Morsch stated that he
Section 84308, relating to the pr(
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that
Pardee Homes has I continued the
recession, and asked' how many hoi
they sold over 300: homes ariel;shouli
that
Holman
over
ion adopt a resolution
n the 1SHCP, and a
No. 2 \12-05, for the
based on the Findings,
staff report.
under Government Code
rs 2009," 2010, 2011, and 2012,
on �,f houses, even during the
hey�sold. Mr. Holman stated that
as the economy gets better.
ojpct is a natural continuation of the work
of'the features such as solar panels, low
what the current price point is in terms of
e point is from just below $200,000 to just
Commissiondoplake stated that he drove on Canyon Hills Road during high
traffic times an�s�ced ,what the long -term plans are for the intersection which is
located at the 15 �,peway and Railroad Canyon Road. Public Works Director
Seumalo stated that there is an interchange concept on the books at Franklin
and an environmental process needs to be completed. He also stated that there
is TUMF funding available. Several public hearings will be required, and the cost
is estimated at $72 million. He indicated that staff is looking for grants but will
continue to move forward for the Tiger Grants.
Commissioner Gray stated that he concurs with Commissioner Blake's positive
comments and is glad to see the expansion of a very successful project.
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Commissioner Jordan stated that she noticed that the site plan doesn't have all of
the dimensions and wanted to know why. Planning Consultant Coury stated that
there is a typical but since it's a condominium project all the usual lot dimensions
are not applicable. Mr. Holman stated that they have a portion of the first five
slopes, and the rest of the slopes flip to the Home Owners Association.
Commissioner Jordan stated that it was hard to determine on the landscape
plans whether there will be tree planted on the slope, and if so, will it be Brisbane
box trees, and not just shrubs. Mr. Holman stated that there are existing trees on
the hillside and on Canyon Hills Road.
Commissioner Jordan stated the following regarding the Ctions of Approval.
She stated that she is really glad that the condominiums are selling and that
Pardee Homes is doing so well. She also stated that she really likes the
community.
• Conditions 18 through 61 are
177.
• Condition No. 103 "The terminus'
shall include sufficient turnarounds
see any private drives', A, B, & C.
stated that it only appiles to „the
dead ends into the exiAno "p'ark. ,.
• Delete Con'ditlQn No. 83
of Conditions 150 through
tte Driveways A, B & C
agency vehicles" — Didn't
Works Director Seumalo
�,pqf °private drive N that
• Condition No. 13 6 is not clear; "As -built plans for all approved plan
sets shall be sybmitted for review and approval by the City. The
,developer /owrj °er is r s, onsitile for revising the original mylar plans.
Once:the original mylar plans have been approved, the developer
shall 'provide therylC"ity ith a CD /DVD of the "as built” plans in .tif
format.,' '
Motion by" Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No 2012 -43, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsind�`e, California, adopting findings that the project is exempt
from the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP), with revisions as
stated above; Motion passed 4 -0.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Blake to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -44; a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No.
2012 -05, with revisions as stated above; Motion passed 4 -0.
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Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
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6. WYROC Mining Operation Review
Recommendation:
Receive and file.
Public Works Director Seumalo stated that at the last Planning Commission
meeting, the Commission asked Jeff Halloran, President of WYROC, to provide
information with regards to several questions that they had related to screening
his project.
Mr. Halloran presented a PowerPoint presentation regarding his plans to screen
views of his project from Lake Street and the Interstate 15 freeway. He
sa:
explained that the most common screening usec�� Himalayan bamboo. He
indicated that they already prepared a ditch for the ' plantin6 -,, the bamboo and
after talking to the grower, the best time to plant the bamboo is .no earlier than
the end of February/early March in order t��void freezes. The plants wil]l go in at
12 to 15 feet in height and will grow arolct 50 percent the first year. In the
second year the bamboo would grow to approximately 40 feet and fill in, and the
growth will screen the stockpiling.
Commissioner Blake asked if the
Mr. Halloran stated that garder
Commissioner Blake asked what
Mr. Halloran stated that tie hope
ii %,
begin mining to the, final re4 nati(
and then will sell,the-mme -i4fib a
nursery.
tbb90 is sellabI6416..d how high will it grow.
sell, it and it will grow up to 50 feet.
happeril ie, „mining part of the project.
�o:�.
at -thin they# 12 to 18 months, they will
an&which will last nine months to one year,
Bamboo was recommended by the
Vice�fiairman O'Nealstated that-bamboo grows rapidly and noted that it is not
native to,the City and is,very invasive which could be a problem but if the City
decides to go, down that path, the screening will work. He stated that before
anything is done!, he wa�lld like to see the $40,000 dollars that is owed to the
City, paid by allo,''n. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that staff is
working with Mr.” Halloran to take care of this and Mr. Halloran has been
responsive to the notices of violation on the site. Vice Chairman O'Neal also
stated that there is no CUP and suggested that the Planning Commission and
staff work together to create a CUP for the recycling facility.
Vice Chairman O'Neal indicated that he has no intension of shutting this down
before 2015 because the City has approved this. However, after 2015, the
Planning Commission, City Council, and the City Manager need to discuss the
direction of the project, and what the City would like to pursue. Vice Chairman
O'Neal stated that he would like to see the entire area developed as something
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that the City can be proud of. Vice Chairman O'Neal asked if the billboard is
coming down. Mr. Halloran stated that he expects it to come down in March.
Mr. Halloran stated that after they are done with the project, he will remove the
bamboo and doesn't think it will be an issue.
Chairman Morsch thanked Mr. Halloran for the site visit. He asked how much
material they are importing for the recycling business. Mr. Halloran stated that
they had about 4,000 tons.
Chairman Morsch asked regarding the Interim Management Plan (IMP) and
asked if there is any evidence of written approval that granted the recycling
operation. Planning Manager MacHott stated that he hasn't located any
information that granted the City approval through thonning process for
recycling. City Attorney Leibold stated that other��than &1 reference to the
recycling activity in the IMP, part of the ope,ration;'',while idle; TnC1,udes crushing
and processing of stockpiled materials for both recycled and mined rrgaterials, on
site.
Chairman Morsch asked if the reference made In the 2005 IMP grants the use of
a recycling operation on the mine_si1e. City Attorne'� eibold stated it does grant
the use of recycling within the IMP bpd noted th6tqi a,,,,\ to do some
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additional fact finding and report back to� tanning mission on this issue
with regards to the extent of the non- confor �? �r per I'
ed use.
Chairman Morch stated tha le thinks the" Plan ningCommission should require a
CUP for this use `and put ikon the coaftails of the review for the IMP and he
would like to see `tKi come %before the P,la'nning Commission. City Attorney
Lei bold stated that staff dap'look at;the existing procedure.
�,
Ronnette "Earle, resident of th' City, asked if the City is paying for this. Public
Works %Director SeumaJQ stated:lrat the applicant will be paying for and installing
it and noted that one oQtltg conditions of mining is putting up financial security, in
the event that recl I atloij is not completed.
Chairman Morscha"ask 'if Mr. Halloran has purchased the bamboo and has he
gotten proposals fo`r;installation. Mr. Halloran stated that he ordered the bamboo
from the grower and he would be installing it in approximately one month.
Chairman Morsch asked Mr. Halloran if he looked into other types of screening.
Mr. Halloran stated that the grower said that the bamboo is the best and quickest
way with the most satisfactory results. Vice Chairman O'Neal reiterated that the
bamboo is invasive and suggested consulting someone before it goes in.
Mr. Halloran suggested bringing his grower /consultant before the Planning
Commission to explain the growth of this plant.
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Chairman Morsch asked if Mr. Halloran has any intensions of pulling down the
billboard sign. Mr. Halloran stated that he intends on taking it down by March 3rd
Commissioner Blake requested clarification on whether the project requires a
CUP. Public Works Director Seumalo clarified with regards to the IMP. The
mine permit remains active under IMP but the recycling activity may also be a
land use issue.
Vice Chairman O'Neal emphasized that it is a land use, therefore, it requires a
CUP, and indicated that any business that can go in and out that gets a CUP and
is a non - issue. Public Works Director Seumalo stated t4ojike CUP may have a
different shelf life than the IMP and explained the restrigt( s regarding the IMP.
Chairman Morsch stated that he has a problem
that say nothing about a recycling operation. Als
conditions regarding trucks coming onto the site,'
mine.
Mr. Halloran stated that he is ready to install the 4
trench is dug and he wants to move forward bt
away, he feels he is on unstable ground and reo
Commission. Chairman Morsch stated that the City
because they don't have any autlori rding
Reclamation Plan and Mr. Halloran does ha�ap�pr70
and the IMP until 2015 . ',.Therefor If ,the Come
Conditions, they wq,,fld hoveto wait until 2015.
is in the IMP
t there are no
opposed to a
am'boo, and noted that the
this is going to get thrown
acted clarification from the
r� uire him to do this
\, ,require
im Is already under the
sl'on the Reclamation Plan
ision wants to change the
Mr. Halloran asked iPhis concerns are tustlf�ed. Chairman Morsch stated that it is
up to staff to�Tpke that decision and.;to p;r nt to the Planning Commission. Mr.
Halloran stat e hoes that the Commission understands that digging the
trench+fisn't dohen!ithout considerable expense and was not required by the
it He�reiterate d the the trenches are already dug and the bamboo is ready to
plant and f e doesn t need,, a mandate from the City. He indicated that he is leery
to go t the exper> a of planting the bamboo if he has to shut down the
operation. y! %j,;
Commissioner Blake stated that the Commission doesn't want to put a business
applicant in this position, not having clear direction from Planning as to what
steps to go through. Chairman Morsch stated that it is not fair to other
businesses that have gone through the CUP requirements if it's determined that
a CUP is required. Mr. Halloran stated that this was part of the vested rights for
the whole community and requested that there be some type of a letter
agreement between him and the City.
City Attorney Leibold stated that there are a number of facts that need to be
clarified and staff can work with Mr. Halloran and provide a recommendation with
respect to the proper protocols. The recycling was anticipated as part of the IMP,
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understanding that it has been an on -going operation since 1995. There are
issues because of the application of the mining use that are different than
independent recycling businesses.
Commissioner Jordan stated that Mr. Halloran hold off on planting the bamboo
until staff and the Planning Commission can review everything and figure out if
he needs a CUP. She also stated that the next Planning Commission meeting of
February 19, 2013 is cancelled and the next meeting will be at the beginning of
March.
Chairman Morsch stated that they are still trying to weeq,6 ut the issues but in
working with staff, Mr. Halloran should get an early Indication of their
recommendation.
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he had nc
operation in the middle of the Management. P
given him permission to do this until 2015 artd
He believes that this is a land use and therefiql
doesn't mean that there wasn't one before. AN11
that this meeting is primarily about screening,
invasive.
STAFF COMMENTS
Acting Planning N
Study Session on
Housing Element
Room and begins
The Lea ue%of�4, IT rn
on Fe ary 27 t ��u,
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Comml 'kners and th
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Ethics Training or:oy
intension ofd; utting down the
an, and noted the City had
he Is abiding by t �at,,a ement.
requires a CUP H;bed that it
l4st.c6:0,be found. ale indicated
whether or not the plant is
MacHott advised'the Commission there will be a Joint
ry,' 12, 2013, with the City Council to discuss the Draft
uilFbe held at the Elsinore Valley Water District Board
p.m and distributed' °copies to all Commissioners.
la Cities is rehif5g a Planning Commissioner's Academy
gh March 1, 2013 and four of the Commissioners are
eservatlons are confirmed through E -Mail to the
ey.can charge the parking to their rooms and the City will
City will issue a per diem check to the Commissioners.
`at 1:00 p.m., on February 27, 2013, and there is a Pre -
hop on Ethics, if the Commissioners have not taken their
can take via Web cast.
The official means of communication with the Commissioners is via the Lake
Elsinore E -Mail and requested the Commission to check their E -Mail on a regular
basis for any communication from staff.
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he doesn't use the City of Lake Elsinore E-
Mail.
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PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner Blake requested clarification of CFDs and the way they are
approved. City Attorney Leibold stated that they go to City Council by application
of the property owner. Commissioner Blake stated that he is concerned that
there are many property owners that end up getting surprised by the CFDs and
their escalation clauses and what happens to their utilization, in these economic
times. He stated that it would be advantageous for the City Council to take the
position that builders develop property as they go, rather than add additional tax
to the homeowners.
Commissioner Jordan asked when the Civic Center retrofit is scheduled to be
completed. Public Works Director Seumalo stated within:ten months.
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that it was annouc�ed °y one'Obuncilman that the
ape
City received 1.5 million dollars from Caltratt§ fors \Ahe intersection at Riverside
Drive and Gunnerson. Public Works Dlreotor Seurgalo stated that It•is. going to
be a Caltrans project, not a City project bdt'fh'e,.funds ,have been corn ifted. Vice
Chairman O'Neal asked if it will be done "this year: ,> Public Woks Director
Seumalo stated that it will not be done this yeb`lr�and he is not sure what the
timing is. " \.
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that hdoe5nit =use the City's website for his right
to privacy.
Commissioner Morsch stated that Rotaryeand Habitat for Humanity got together
with High School kids to do,,a work program for the Bird Tract located at Joy
Street and Riverside Dfjve and is p i aril ',111,J6 income housing. 106 volunteers
showed up and, Habitat for Humanity applied all of the materials. He indicated
that it was agreat'gxperle a bnce and eat program.
Morsch stated that the City lost Justin Carlson, and he will be missed.
None.
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission,
Chairman Morsch adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
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The regular Planning Commission meeting of February 19, 2013, will be
cancelled. The next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on
Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at the Senior Activities Center, located at 420 E.
Lakeshore Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.
Attest:
Richard J. MacHott
Acting Planning Manager
Rick Morsch, Chairman
City of Lake Elsinore
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