HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-18-2012 NAHCITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 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
Present: Chairman Morsch
Vice Chairman O'Neal
Commissioner Blake
Commissioner Gray
Commissioner Jordan
Absent: None
Also present: Acting Planning Manager MacHott, Public Works Director
Seumalo, City Attorney Leibold, Planning Consultant Coury, Associate Planner
Resendiz, and Office Specialist Herrington.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S)
Minutes for the following Planning Commission meeting(s)
• November 20, 2012
Motion by Commissioner Blake, seconded by Vice Chairman O'Neal, to approve
the Planning Commission Minutes of November 20, 2012; with revision per
Commissioner Blake to add his concerns with the safety of allowing full left
turn /right turn ingress /egress off of Riverside Drive due to the amount of traffic on
Riverside Drive; motion passed 5 -0.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S)
2. Commercial Design Review No. 2012 -08 — A request to add a 3,531
square -foot warehouse, fagade enhancements and related improvements
for the existing Cardenas Market located at 31952 Mission Trail.
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Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution recommending that the City Council approve
Commercial Design Review No. 2012 -08 for the construction of a 3,531
square foot warehouse addition, fagade enhancements and associated
improvements, based on the Findings and Exhibits and subject to the
attached Conditions of Approval.
Associate Planner Resendiz presented the staff report.
The applicant's representative, Wade Shuey, addressed the Commission.
Commissioner Blake asked if the additional space which is going to be used for
storage will be acceptable in the future, if turned into retail space by the
applicant. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that there is no direct access from
the store area to the proposed warehouse addition and would not be able to use
as retail space. Commissioner Blake stated that he thinks it's great to have the
Cardenas Market in the City.
Commissioner Gray stated that it is a great project, and wishes them success.
Commissioner Jordan stated that Condition No. 21 (f) states that the landscape
plan shall provide for ground cover, shrubs, and trees but the exhibits do not
mention groundcover. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that the applicant is
not required to put groundcover in. Commissioner Jordan asked about Condition
No. 33, regarding processing a Lot Line Adjustment or Parcel Merger for the
portion of the existing building that crosses Assessor Parcel Number 363 -172-
101, and asked when it is to be completed, and should the timing be added into
the Condition. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that it should be done prior
to construction and that he would revise the condition to indicate this.
Commissioner Jordan stated that Condition No. 45 had a typo, and noted that the
word "sued" should be "used ".
Commissioner Gray stated the Resolution has a typo, noting that the spelling of
the word "compliment" needs to be changed to "complement ".
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he and his family love the Cardenas Market.
Chairman Morsch referred to the following conditions:
Condition No. 5.
All site improvements shall be constructed as indicated on the approved building
elevations and site plan for the proposed project.
Condition No. 6.
Any revisions to approved site plan or building elevations shall be reviewed and
approved by the Community Development Director or designee.
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Chairman Morsch asked to what extent are modifications permitted through the
design of the building before it has to come back before the Planning
Commission. He referred to the design of the structure on the roof of the
pharmacy located on Lakeshore Drive which was too large. Acting Planning
Manager MacHott stated modifications have to be reviewed on a case -by -case
basis, but that anything that would be a significant change to the overall look of a
project would have to come back before the Planning Commission for approval.
Chairman Morsch asked if there is a screen to cover the air conditioners that are
on the roof of the building. Mr. Shuey stated that there is a parapet wall that
hides the equipment.
Motion by Commissioner Blake and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -38, recommending City Council approval of
Commercial Design Review No. 2012 -08, for the 3,531 square foot warehouse
addition to the existing Cardenas Market located at 31952 Mission Trail (APN:
363- 172 -022), with revision to Condition No. 33 to indicate that the Lot Line
Adjustment or Parcel Merger should be done prior to construction; revision of
Condition No. 45 to correct the word "sued" to the word "used ", and revise the
Resolution and correct the word 'compliment' to the word 'complement; Motion
passed 5 -0.
3. Residential Design Review No. 2012 -03 — A request by McMillin Homes
for approval of building designs for 74 single - family detached residential
units including a model home complex and related improvements, for a
housing project located within the Summerly Development of the East
Lake Specific Plan
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution, recommending to the City Council adoption of the
Findings of Consistency with the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation
Plan; and a resolution recommending to the City Council approval of
Residential Design Review No. 2012 -03 for 74 single - family detached
residential dwelling units and associated improvements based on the
Findings, Exhibits, and proposed Conditions of Approval.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report.
Katie Craig, resident at Summerly in Lake Elsinore, asked who she should speak
to with questions about which residential plan would be built next to her home.
Chairman Morsch suggested that she speak to staff and they will follow up with
the applicant regarding one or two story houses that will be built next to her
home.
Dave Warren of McMillin Homes addressed the Commission.
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Commissioner Gray stated that this is a very good project.
Commissioner Jordan stated that she likes the architectural enhancements on
the project.
Commissioner Blake asked if there will be xeriscape landscape.
Mr. Warren stated that they would be submitting typical xeriscape landscape
plans for the project.
Commissioner Blake asked if it's possible to have an option for solar panels. Mr.
Warren stated that it is their goal to have solar panels on the plans.
Commissioner Blake stated that it is a wonderful project and likes the names of
the streets.
Chairman Morsch stated that he likes the project and wishes them success.
Motion by Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Gray to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -39, a resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending that the City Council of the City
of Lake Elsinore adopt findings that the project is consistent with the Multiple
Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP); Motion passed 5 -0.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Vice Chairman O'Neal to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -40, a resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending to the City Council of the City of
Lake Elsinore, approval of Residential Design Review No. 2012 -03; Motion
passed 5 -0.
4. Residential Design Review No. 2012 -04 — A request by Pardee Homes for
approval of building designs for a total of 87 single family detached
Residential Units, including a Model Home Complex and related
improvements, for a Housing Project located within Planning Area 37 of
Canyon Hills Specific Plan (Living Smart)
Recommendation:
Adopt a resolution recommending to the City Council adoption of the
Findings of Consistency with the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation
Plan; and a resolution recommending to the City Council of the City of
Lake Elsinore approval of Residential Design Review No. 2012 -04 for 87
single - family detached residential dwelling units and associated
improvements based on the Findings and Exhibits, and subject to the
proposed Conditions of Approval.
Chairman Morsch stated that he was recusing himself, under Government Code
Section 84308, relating to the project.
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Vice Chairman O'Neal took over this item.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report. He stated that the
recommendation in the staff report was incorrect and for this particular project,
needs Planning Commission approval only. He also indicated that staff received
a phone call from a resident of Canyon Hills who has concerns regarding
additional building occurring in the area which would bring more traffic in the area
but that he informed the resident that the project is part of a Specific Plan and
that 1,000 additional homes are to be built in the Specific Plan.
The applicant, Mike Taylor of Pardee Homes, addressed the Commission.
Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he did not want to allow the proposed product
change without the project coming back to the Commission. Mr. Taylor stated
that if the design doesn't work, he will bring the product design back to the
Commission but believes that there will be a demand for these designs. Vice
Chairman O'Neal stated that he likes the Pardee Homes product, and likes the
diversity that Pardee Homes is presenting.
Commissioner Blake stated that Pardee Homes has done a great job at the
Canyon Hills Market Place, along with the Canyon Hills Park and he appreciates
the communication that Pardee Homes has done with staff. He also indicated
that he would like to give Pardee Homes flexibility with the models.
Commissioner Gray stated that he is happy with the project, and noted that
Pardee Homes has a good track record.
Commissioner Jordan asked when the project was first approved. Mr. Taylor
stated that the Living Smart product was approved in 2009, and since it was
successful, subsequently, they have come back to the Planning Commission
twice to ask to continue building the homes and have added some architectural
enhancements. Commissioner Jordan stated that it is a beautifully done master
planned community and park.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Gray to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -41, a resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, adopting findings that the project is exempt from
the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP); Motion passed 4 -0.
Acting Planning Manager MacHott stated that if the applicant chooses to develop
the alternate product type, he will advise the Commission as an informational
item.
Motion by Commissioner Gray and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -42, a resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No. 2012-
04; Motion passed 4 -0.
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Chairman Morsch reconvened the Planning Commission meeting at 7:10 p.m.
5. General Plan Conformity of the Summary Street Vacation for a portion of
the right- of -wav known as "Nichols Road"
Recommendation
a. Adopt a resolution finding that the Summary Vacation of Nichols Road as
described on the attached Plat Map and Legal Description conforms to the
Lake Elsinore General Plan; and
b. Direct staff to forward a copy of this report and the Planning Commission
Resolution to the City Council for consideration.
Public Works Director Seumalo presented the staff report. He stated that he
received a call from Commissioner Blake regarding the narrative to this item, and
appreciated the call and explained the item.
The applicant, Ken Crawford of KWG Engineering stated that he was
representing Castle & Cooke, addressed the Commission.
Vice Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Crawford why they are doing the alignment.
Mr. Crawford explained the reasons for doing the alignment.
Chairman Morsch discussed the issues regarding the dedication and the reason
for the right -of -way vacation.
Commissioner Blake stated that the existing roadway is not the roadway that is
on paper. Public Works Seumalo explained that the roadway alignment as it
currently exists is not where the existing paved roadway is now. The dedication,
which was administratively reviewed and approved, realigns the right -of -way to
the general area of the existing pavement.
Chairman Morsch discussed an error in the closure section of the legal
description.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Blake to
approve Resolution No. 2012 -43, a resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending that the City Council of the City
of Lake Elsinore adopt findings that the summary vacation of a portion of Nichols
Road conforms to the City's General Plan Circulation Element; Motion passed
5 -0.
6. WYROC Mining Operation Review
Recommendation:
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Receive and file.
Public Works Director Seumalo presented the staff report. He stated that since
the applicant was not at the November 20, 2012, Planning Commission meeting
for the WYROC discussion item, the Commission decided to continue the item to
the December 18, 2012, Planning Commission meeting so that the applicant
could attend.
Staff displayed photos of the project site and stated that Conditional Use Permit
(CUP) No. 92 -7 covers property on the north side of Interstate -15 and does not
affect the WYROC site.
Vice Chairman O'Neal asked when the photo of the WYROC site was taken.
Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he believes it was developed in
November 2012.
Jeff Halloran, the applicant/owner of WYROC addressed the Commission. He
indicated that he would be discussing the site overview, the Caltrans status, the
operation, the wetlands, and the fees.
Mr. Halloran stated that he recognized the City's concerns regarding Condition
No. 20; "The stockpiling of materials shall be placed and maintained to screen
the mining operation from freeway views ". He stated that the billboard will be
removed from the property, and most of the vegetation was cleared, under the
Caltrans easement, noting that the easement area is not currently available to
WYROC, and also that Caltrans installed a fence.
Mr. Halloran stated that he has concerns about fines and corrections identified in
his annual report. He indicated that Public Works Director Seumalo has the
Caltrans Report (regarding material testing). He showed the Commission a copy
of the permit which refers to WYROC Aggregate Recycling Facility which is
incorrect. He stated that the wetlands are dying away due to the water being cut
off (from the stream alteration). He stated that he made an error regarding the
fees and is working with staff to resolve the money that he owes.
Vice Chairman O'Neal asked when mining was done last. Mr. Halloran stated
that he didn't know. He also stated that he wants to sell the property as soon as
the economy turns around.
Chairman Morsch asked when it became a recycling facility. Public Works
Director Seumalo stated 2000.
Commissioner Jordan asked if there are areas in the wetlands that are under
restoration. Mr. Halloran stated that there are designated wetlands that they are
not allowed to touch. Commissioner Jordan asked about the preservation
enhancement. Mr. Halloran stated that the County Agency is to get permits.
Commissioner Jordan asked what his responsibility is to the wetlands. Mr.
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Halloran stated that it will eventually become restored wetlands which will be
preserved and the Riverside - Corona Resource Conservation District is taking
over the restoration program.
Vice Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Halloran what the reason for trying to restore
the property site at this time. Mr. Halloran stated that WYROC didn't destroy the
property and were not to do any mining there. They now have the opportunity to
restore and sell the site to another developer. Vice Chairman O'Neal asked what
value he thinks this operation has for the City. Mr. Halloran stated that his
operation provides a service of demolition for people in Lake Elsinore that
recycle. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that this operation generates no money for
Lake Elsinore, and is just an eyesore in the City. He also stated that the
operation has been in the City for 20 years and has nothing to do with mining.
Mr. Holloran stated that this operation has had a positive affect in the community,
excluding the last few years, when the economy took a down turn.
Chairman Morsch asked if the recycling operation is consistent with the zoning
code and can it be screened. Mr. Holloran stated that they can look at other
kinds of screening but noted that Condition No. 20 indicates stock piling.
Chairman Morsch asked what the intent is of the condition. Mr. Halloran stated
that the operation is screened and indicated that the stockpile is to conceal the
operation.
Chairman Morsch asked if there is a CUP for the recycling operation. Public
Works Director Seumalo stated that the CUP is under the mining.
City Attorney Leibold stated that she needs to review the existing land use for the
CUP.
Chairman O'Neal asked how much money Mr. Halloran owes the City. Public
Works Director Seumalo stated 40,000 dollar and indicated that he would follow
up with the Commission with an exact figure.
Mr. Halloran stated that he wants to stop the mining, reclaim it, and get out of it
as soon as the economy allows and indicated that he would like to turn it over to
the City as a nice gateway to Lake Elsinore. He stated that the operation is
currently being used as an interim use and he does want it to be developed.
Chairman Morsch suggested continuing this item. He stated that he would like to
see a power point presentation at the next Planning Commission meeting in
January with the landscaping that Mr. Holloran is planning on doing. Mr.
Holloran stated that he would like to get a memorandum with a listing of what he
needs to address this which will prepare him better.
Acting Planning Manager MacHott stated he is not sure what items will be on the
January 15, 2013, Planning Commission Agenda but would tentatively put the
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Murals Amendment item on the February 5, 2013, Planning Commission
Agenda, as well as the WYROC discussion.
Commissioner Blake asked if this (Interim Management Plan) gets reviewed prior
to renewal again for another five years, and can we say that this permitted use is
no longer possible at that time. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that in a
worse case scenario, this will be up for review in 2015 and that is when the
current Intermanagement Plan expires, and noted that any issues will be brought
up at that time. He said that he and Mr. Fransway have implemented surprise
inspections on all of the mines in the City.
Chairman Morsch stated that they are trying to rebrand the image of Lake
Elsinore and they are looking at properties that are affecting that vision.
Public Works Director Seumalo stated that staff will prepare a memorandum to
the applicant, in order for him to prepare responses and noted that the key issues
that the Commission is requesting is an investigation between the CUP and the
Intermanagement Plan from staff and landscaping operations.
STAFF COMMENTS
Acting Planning Manager MacHott wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a
safe New Year.
CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold wished everyone happy holidays.
PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS
Commissioner Blake wished everyone a Merry Christmas and happy holidays
and thanked Acting Planning Manager MacHott for working with the former 76
Station and having it all fenced off.
Commissioner Gray stated that he has been writing a book which was published
and is available on createspace.com.
Commissioner Jordan wished everyone happy holidays.
Vice Chairman O'Neal wished everyone a great Christmas and stated that he
looks forward to meeting the new City Manager.
Chairman Morsch wanted to recognize the great work that HOPE does for charity
and stated that it is a great program.
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BUSINESS ITEMS)
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission,
Chairman Morsch adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
The regular Planning Commission meeting of January 1, 2013, will be cancelled.
The next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, January
15, 2013, at the Senior Activities Center, located at 420 E. Lakeshore Drive, Lake
Elsinore, CA 92530.
Rick Morsch, Chairman
City of Lake Elsinore
Attest:
Richard J. MacHott
Acting Planning Manager