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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-08-20 PC Agenda Item No. 1aCITY OF LAKE LSMOKE y= ' DREAM EXTREME REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: KRISTINE HERRINGTON OFFICE SPECIALIST DATE: AUGUST 20, 2013 SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTE(S) Recommendation 1. It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the Minutes as submitted. a. Planning Commission Minutes of June 18, 2013 b. Planning Commission Minutes of July 16, 2013 Prepared by: Kristine Herrington Office Specialist Approved by: Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate Planning Manager PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1 Page 1 of 1 CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 18, 2013 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Morsch called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Manager Planning nutes as Motion by Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Blake, to approve the Planning Commission Minutes of May 21, 2013; Motion passed 4 -0. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 2. Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2013 -02, Zone Change No. 2013 -03, Finding of Public Convenience and Necessity — A request for the construction of a new 7- Eleven Convenience Store with the sale of beer and wine and gasoline and associated site PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1 a Page 1 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 2 of 8 landscape and signage improvements at 515 N. Main Street, and a related Code Amendment to the City of Lake Elsinore Downtown Code. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission: a. Adopt a resolution recommending approval of Zone Change No. 2013 -03. b. Adopt a resolution recommending approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -02. C. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit and making a Finding of Public Convenience and Necessity. Agustin Resendiz presented the staff report. Vice Chairman O'Neal asked if the gasoline tanks are being replaced and has the property been inspected for leaks or any environmental damages. Planning Manager MacHott stated that the tanks were tested in the last few years and they are still in good condition. There are no plans to replace the existing tanks. Commissioner Blake asked Planning Manager MacHott to explain the Finding of Public Convenience and Necessity `(PCN) process. Planning Manager MacHott summarized the process. Commissioner Gray asked if the City's logo will be incorporated into the 7- Eleven sign. Planning Manager MacHott referred to Condition No. 20 which states that the Downtown logo will be redesigned in coordination with the City's Community Development Department based upon designs that will be given to the applicant by City staff. He noted that the conceptual design that was to be prepared` by a graphic artist was not for consideration at tonight's meeting but it was conditioned. Chairman Morsch asked if the redesign of the sign will come back to the Planning Commission. Planning Manager MacHott stated that it will not be coming back to the Commission, and indicated that it will be submitted as a sign permit and approved administratively by staff. Chairman Morsch requested that a report be submitted to the Planning Commissioners regarding the design of the sign. Planning Manager MacHott stated that before the sign permit is approved, staff will submit a design to the Commissioners. The applicant, Tom Bergerson of DMB Architects addressed the Commission. He requested that 7- Eleven's corporate identification be highlighted in green. The property owner, Marwan Alabbasi of Alabbasi Construction and Engineering, addressed the Commission. He stated that staff did a great job and supports the project. PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1a Page 2 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 3 of 8 Tina Vandervalt, resident of Lake Elsinore, stated that she owns a Laundromat on Main Street and lives two doors down from the gas station. She indicated that she is concerned about the safety in the area due to the proposed project that will be selling beer and wine and there will be more noise, and the property's lights shining through her bedroom window. She asked if a wall can be built to separate the gas station and her property. She asked what time the sale of beer and wine ends. Planning Manager MacHott stated that bylaw, they cannot sell alcohol between 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m., although the store will be open 24 hours. Ms. Vandervalt stated that she is happy there will be a business there but asked if there will be an increase of surveillance by the City's police. Chairman Morsch stated that Condition No. 23 of the Conditions of Approval addresses Ms. Vandervalts concerns. Ms. Vandervalt stated that she has safety concerns about the alley between her property and the project, fire hazards due to dry brush, substance abuse, etc. Tim Fleming, resident of Lake Elsinore and member of the Historical Society, stated that although he appreciates that 7- Eleven is coming to the City, the sign that the applicant is proposing is not acceptable. He stated that the City is working hard to promote the Downtown Business District and the sign is an eyesore. Chairman Morsch asked who designed the sign. Planning Manager MacHott stated that the City suggested this design to the applicant as a placeholder but it's not the City's sign. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated. he appreciates Ms. Vandervalt's comments and asked if it is possible to, put some kind of a screen along her property line with a fence or. planters. Planning Manager MacHott stated that the current site plan has a wooden fence. Mr. Bergerson stated that the `project site will be 20% landscaped so that by the time everything grows; it should screen the project site. He also stated that the project's lighting will be shielded and screened and there will be no lights shining onto Ms. Vandervalt's property or the surrounding perimeter. Chairman Morsch asked what kind of landscape will be planted surrounding the project. Mr. Berg erson described the landscaping. He also indicated that security cameras will be installed and requirements are to be met through an ABC Permit for the cameras. He stated that the City's Police Department reviewed the application and had no comments. City Attorney Leibold referred to Condition No. 20 regarding the pylon sign and noted that if the Planning Commission would like final approval over the design of the lower historic sign, the Condition should be revised to state, "The City of Lake Elsinore Historic Downtown sign located on the freeway. pylon sign shall be redesigned in coordination with the City of Lake Elsinore Community PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1 a Page 3 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 4 of 8 Development Department with final design approval by the Planning Commission." She clarified that the design of the lower historic sign would come before the Commission, and would not be a public hearing. The entire project goes to City Council for approval. Mr. Bergerson stated that 7- Eleven does not have funding in their budget to pay for the sign and noted that it was an agreement between them and the City to allow the Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore sign on their sign and they (the applicant) would provide the access and power to the sign. Commissioner Blake asked who the sign belongs to. City Attorney Leibold stated that it should be documented by a License and Maintenance Agreement. Planning Manager MacHott clarified the following changes to the Conditions: • Amend Condition No. 20 per City Attorney langu. • Condition No. 29 - Add the word feet to state 150 • Delete Condition No. 34 regarding,.Traffic Study. City Attorney Leibold suggested that the bullet regarding the Lake Elsinore Historic Downtown sign shall be subject to redesign in coordination with the City of Lake Elsinore Community Development Department, final design approval by the Planning Commission, and subject to such Maintenance Agreement, approved as to form, by the City Attorney. City Attorney Leibold asked the Commissioners who should pay for the cost of fabrication and installation of the sign. Commissio icant install and pay for the sign. Chairman Morsch, Vice Chairman .O'Neal, and Commissioner Gray stated that the City should pay for manufacturing the sign. Motion by Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Gray to approve Resolution No. !2013 -58, 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 Zone Change No. 2013 -03; Motion passed 4 -0. Motion by Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Gray to approve Resolution No. 2013 -59, 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 Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -02 for development of a new 3,010 square foot 7- Eleven Convenience Store located at 515 North Main Street (APN: 377 - 242 -021); Motion passed 4 -0. Motion by Commissioner Gray and seconded by Commissioner Blake to approve Resolution No. 2013 -60, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1 a Page 4 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 5 of 8 Lake Elsinore, California, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2013 -02 for a gasoline dispensing establishment with the concurrent sale of beer and wine at 515 N. Main Street with the changes to Condition No's: 20, 29, and the deletion of Condition No. 34, and making a finding of Public Convenience and Necessity, as stated above; Motion passed 4 -0. 3. Specific Plan Amendment No. 2013 -01 — The fourth amendment to the Lake Elsinore Outlet Center Specific Plan which proposes to demolish two buildings, partially demolish two buildings, address on -site circulation issues, update and add signage and add site amenities such as outdoor living rooms, furnishings, water features, and fireplaces. Uniform Sign Program No. 2013 -02 — For the proposing to amend the signage guidelines addition of a super graphics wall along the fi well as add graphic panels and banners to Outlet Center and parking areas. The projec the east side of Collier Avenue approximai Nichols Road (APN's: 389 - 210 -063, 064, & i for the projects is provided by the Final Env the Lake Elsinore Outlet Center Specific PI California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). a. Adopt a reso Specific Plan Elsinore O'utl buildings, p, circulation iss inore Outlet Center Ind standards to include the eway side of the project as existing buildings within the I: site is generally located on :ly 600 linear feet south of 6). Environmental clearance ,onmental Impact Report for in, in conformance with the lution recommending to the City Council approval of No. 2013 -01 as the fourth amendment to the Lake et's Specific Plan which proposes to demolish two artally demolish two buildings, address on -site ues,,; update and add signage and add site amenities Dor' living rooms, furnishings, water features, and fire I as associated improvements based on the Findings, proposed Conditions of Approval. lution recommending to the City Council approval of Program No. 2013 -02 based on the Findings, proposed Conditions of Approval. Planning Consultant Coury presented the staff report. Chairman O'Neal stated that he is getting questions from the City's residents as to why the City is spending money on this project and noted for the record that the City is not spending any money on this project. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he is extracting Condition No's 19 -76, and will be incorporating them as they apply. He noted that when the actual building application comes in, the Conditions will be required. Also, he stated PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1 a Page 5 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 6 of 8 that they want to ensure compliance with NPDS, the construction portion of it. Therefore, replace Condition No. 19 and to comply with all NPDS regulation and Condition No. 20, comply with all Caltrans site distance and approvals. Jeff Lochner, Athena Property Management for the Lake Elsinore Outlet Mall, addressed the Commission and spoke in support of the project. Vice Chairman O'Neal asked what the estimated dollar amount is that the applicant is investing in the Outlet Center. Mr. Lochner stated approximately five million dollars. Chairman Morsch suggested that the applicant approach Caltrans to get a sign attached to the freeway sign providing directions to the Outlet Center going Southbound. Mr. Lochner stated that he will research it: Planning Manager MacHott stated that there is an existing Outlet-Center billboard for southbound traffic, further north that the applicant is going to upgrade. Jennifer Sulpizio, General Manager for the Outlet Center, stated that they are currently working with a billboard company regarding signage further down the freeway to grab those people coming from San Diego. Chairman Morsch asked the architect to describe the metal shed roof that they have planned. Mark Tweed, architect and designer of the project described the type of material used for the shed roof. Chairman Morsch indicated that staff had concerns regarding 1000 feet of continuous sign and .not breaking it up., Tweed addressed the concerns regarding signage visibility from. the freeway. Commissioner Blake stated .that overall he is impressed` with the applicant's proposed project. Vice Chairman O'Neal stated that he applauds the project and believes that the project will be .successful. Although, in the past, the Commission denied. another shopping center requesting freeway signage and believes that the Commission needs to be more consistent with these types of projects. He noted that he does recognize that a Specific Plan does allow flexibility and is conflicted because of denying other business owners. Commissioner Gray stated that he is enthusiastic about the project and doesn't have a problem with the signage. Chairman Morsch stated that he understands that Outlet Centers are different than shopping centers, in that, they have specific plans and indicated that he feels comfortable with the signage and supports the project. PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1a Page 6 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 7 of 8 City Attorney Leibold clarified the City's Municipal Code regarding offsite signage regarding a Specific Plan and noted that the Planning Commission cannot authorize something that the State prohibits. She suggested adding a statement in the Conditions that State Law Controls. Commissioner Blake said he is concerned about third party advertising on signage. City Attorney Leibold stated that when they start looking at the content of signs, there may be constitutional issues under the First Amendment regarding the content of the sign and the two distinctions are "on premises" or "off premises ". She indicated that she can review what kind of parameters they might include promoting the community businesses. She clarified that the regulation has to be content neutral. Motion by Vice Chairman O'Neal and seconded approve Resolution No. 2013 -61, a Resolution of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending of Lake Elsinore, approval of Specific Plan Amendment No. 4 to the Lake Elsinore Outlet C following revisions: • Condition No. sign lengths. • Delete Conditi • Review Condit • Revise Condit requirements.'` Motion 15 will be del is 19 through 76. n No, 19 regardin( n No. 20 regardi by s the Commissioner Blake to Planning Commission of e City Council of the City E)ndment No. 2013 -01, Specific Plan; with the striction to two 500 foot compliance with NPDS. g compliance to NPDS and Caltrans Motion by Commissioner.Gray and seconded by Commissioner Blake to approve Resolution No. 2013 -62, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore,,, California," approving Uniform Sign Program No. 2013 -02 with amended Conditions; Motion passed 4 -0. Public Works Director Seumalo stated the Planning Commission meeting of July 2, 2013, will be cancelled and wished everyone a happy July 4th Holiday. Planning Manager MacHott wished everyone a hap ?y 4th of July and invited everyone to the Lake for the fireworks show on the 4 h of the July which will be longer than usual due to a generous donation by a property owner. Also, on June 22nd between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., there will be a Grand Opening and Open House for the new Rosetta Canyon Fire Station. PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1a Page 7 of 8 City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of June 18, 2013 Page 8 of 8 CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS City Attorney Leibold asked when the Planning Commission meetings will be held in the Cultural Center. Public Works Director Seumalo stated December 2013. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Blake stated that it's good to be able to celebrate another 4th of July in the United States of America. Chairman Morsch noted that there is now a Lake Elsinore Community Garden located adjacent to the dog park. Also, he stated that the City had another "Clean Extreme" function that was very successful located at 3rd Street and Riverside Drive and thanked Councilman Manos, Councilman Hickman and Mayor Magee, along with a great group of kids from Lambs Fellowship and other high school kids for their participation. He also thanked CR &R that picked up the trash and the Storm Stadium for the BBQ afterwards for all volunteers. Acting Planning Manager MacHott indicated meeting of July 2, 2013 will be cancelled and meeting will be held on July 16, 2013. BUSINESS ITEM(S) None. ADJOURNMENT the Planning Commission next Planning Commission There being' no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Morsch adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m. The regular Planning Commission meeting of July 2, 2013, will be cancelled. The next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at the Senior Activities Center, located at 420 E. Lakeshore Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. Attest: Richard J. MacHott Planning Manager Rick Morsch, Chairman City of Lake Elsinore PC August 20, 2013 Item No. 1a Page 8 of 8