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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-11-05 PC Agenda Item No. 2CITY OFe� LADE � LS I I`IOIZE '! DREAM EXTREMETM REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FROM: RICHARD J. MACHOTT, LEED GREEN ASSOCIATE PLANNING MANAGER DATE: NOVEMBER 5, 2013 SUBJECT: COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013-10 -A REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF AN 18'x60' ROOF OVER THE EXISTING CARWASH TUNNEL FOR THE CANYON HILLS CHEVRON GAS STATION LOCATED AT 25361 RAILROAD CANYON ROAD. APPLICANT: MR. RAMAN GOYAL, 25361 RAILROAD CANYON ROAD, LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 OWNER: PROHAS ENTERPRISE, INC. 41805 ALBRAE STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538 Project request The applicant is requesting approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10, to allow an 18 foot by 60 foot roof over the existing carwash tunnel at the Canyon Hills Market Place Chevron Gas Station, which was originally approved by the Planning Commission as Conditional Use Permit No. 2004 -35 and Commercial Design Review No. 2004 -02. Project location The 1.55 acre site, also known as (APN: 363- 210 -022) is located approximately two miles east of the Interstate 15 Freeway at 25361 Railroad Canyon Road within the Canyon Hills Market Place Shopping Center. The site is within Planning Area 3 of the Canyon Hills Specific Plan. Environmental Setting The subject property is surrounded by undeveloped open space to the west and PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 1 of 11 COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013 -10 NOVEMBER 5, 2013 PAGE 2OF3 commercial development to the north, south and east. Project Back round The following entitlements were approved for the Canyon Hills Specific Plan: In May 2003; the Planning Commission and City Council approved the revised Canyon Hills Specific Plan which allowed the existing Canyon Hills Commercial Center. • In July 2004; the Planning Commission and City Council approved Tract Map No. 30496, which allowed the subdivision of the affected site into individual areas to establish the existing commercial uses. • In October 2004; the Planning Commission approved Commercial Design Review No. 2004 -02; to allow the existing commercial development within Planning Area 3 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2004 -35; to allow the establishment of a Gas Station, Food Mart, and Carwash. Project Description The applicant is proposing to provide a flat roof over the existing 18'x60' carwash tunnel at the Canyon Hills Market Place Chevron Gas Station. The proposed roof will not be visible from any street level point since there are extended parapets at the entrance and exit sides of the tunnel as well as along the entire length of the carwash. The proposed roof will not have any electrical or mechanical equipment and it will be designed to drain into two (2) drain pipes that will be concealed within the existing walls. Ultimately, the purpose for the proposed roof is to prevent the heat and other weather elements from continuing to corrode the hoses and rust the mechanical equipment used for the carwash. Architecture /Landscaping /Parking and Circulation The architecture, landscaping, parking and circulation of the Chevron Gas Station will not be affected in any way since the proposed roof will only cover the existing carwash tunnel of the Canyon Hills Chevron Gas Station. PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 2 of 11 EXISTING LAND'USE,,._ ZONING GENERAL PLAN Project Site Commercial Specific Plan Canyon Hills S ecific Plan /C1 North Commercial Specific Plan Canyon Hills Specific Plan /C1 South Commercial Specific Plan Canyon Hills Specific Plan /C1 East Commercial S ecific Plan Canyon Hills Specific Plan /C1 West Vacant S ecific Plan Canyon Hills Specific Plan/Open Space Project Back round The following entitlements were approved for the Canyon Hills Specific Plan: In May 2003; the Planning Commission and City Council approved the revised Canyon Hills Specific Plan which allowed the existing Canyon Hills Commercial Center. • In July 2004; the Planning Commission and City Council approved Tract Map No. 30496, which allowed the subdivision of the affected site into individual areas to establish the existing commercial uses. • In October 2004; the Planning Commission approved Commercial Design Review No. 2004 -02; to allow the existing commercial development within Planning Area 3 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2004 -35; to allow the establishment of a Gas Station, Food Mart, and Carwash. Project Description The applicant is proposing to provide a flat roof over the existing 18'x60' carwash tunnel at the Canyon Hills Market Place Chevron Gas Station. The proposed roof will not be visible from any street level point since there are extended parapets at the entrance and exit sides of the tunnel as well as along the entire length of the carwash. The proposed roof will not have any electrical or mechanical equipment and it will be designed to drain into two (2) drain pipes that will be concealed within the existing walls. Ultimately, the purpose for the proposed roof is to prevent the heat and other weather elements from continuing to corrode the hoses and rust the mechanical equipment used for the carwash. Architecture /Landscaping /Parking and Circulation The architecture, landscaping, parking and circulation of the Chevron Gas Station will not be affected in any way since the proposed roof will only cover the existing carwash tunnel of the Canyon Hills Chevron Gas Station. PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 2 of 11 COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013 -10 NOVEMBER 5, 2013 PAGE 3OF3 Analysis The proposed roof over the existing carwash tunnel has been found in conformance with all applicable development standards of the Canyon Hills Specific Plan, and the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code. In addition, the project has been designed with enhanced architectural characteristics such as raised parapets, varying color treatments and materials, and wall breaks to create interesting building elevations. Staff feels that the proposed project will complement the existing and proposed development in the surrounding area. Environmental Determination Staff determined that the proposed Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10 is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000 et seq.: "CEQA ") and the Guidelines for Implementation of CEQA (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000 et seq.: "CEQA Guidelines ") pursuant to Section 15301 (Class 1) (Existing Facilities) categorical exemption. The site is fully developed and only minor alterations are planned in association with the proposed use. Recommendation Adopt Resolution No. 2013- ; Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, Recommending City Council Approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10, A Request for the Approval of an 18'x60' Roof over the Existing Carwash Tunnel at the Canyon Hills Chevron Gas Station located at 25361 Railroad Canyon Road. Prepared By: Agustin Resendiz, Associate Planner Approved By: Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate Planning Manager Attachments: 1. Vicinity Map 2. Planning Commission Resolution 3. Planning Commission Conditions of Approval 4. 11" x 17" Plans PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 3of11 VICINITY MAP COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013 -10 PLANNING COMMISSION PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 4 of 11 RESOLUTION NO. 2013- RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013 -10, A REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF AN 18'x60' ROOF OVER THE EXISTING CARWASH TUNNEL AT THE CANYON HILLS CHEVRON GAS STATION LOCATED AT 25361 RAILROAD CANYON ROAD. WHEREAS, Raman Goyal ( "Developer "), filed an application with the City of Lake Elsinore requesting approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10 ( "Project "), and WHEREAS, the Developer proposes the Project on property located on a 1.55 - acre site at 25361 Railroad Canyon Road, also known as Assessor's Parcel No.'s 363- 210 -022 ( "Site "); and WHEREAS, the Developer proposes an 18 foot x 60 foot roof over the existing carwash tunnel at the Canyon Hills Chevron Gas Station at the identified location; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore has been delegated with the responsibility of making recommendations to the City Council pertaining to Design Review of commercial projects; and WHEREAS, on November 5, 2013, at a duly noticed public hearing, the Planning Commission considered evidence presented by the Community Development Department and other interested parties with respect to this item. NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Planning Commission has considered the Commercial Design Review prior to making a decision to recommend approval of the proposed application. The Planning Commission finds that the Commercial Design Review satisfies all requirements set forth in Chapter 17.184 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code. SECTION 2. The Planning Commission hereby finds and determines that the Project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000 et seq.: "CEQA ") and the Guidelines for Implementation of CEQA (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000 et seq.: "CEQA Guidelines ") pursuant to the Section 15301 (Class 1) (Existing Facilities) categorical exemption. Specifically, the Planning Commission finds that the Project consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities or mechanical equipment. SECTION 3. That in accordance with State Planning and Zoning Law and the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, the Planning Commission makes the following findings for the approval of Commercial Design Review 2013 -10: PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 5 of 11 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013 - PAGE 2 OF 4 The Project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of the General Plan, and the Zoning District in which the Project is located. The Project complies with the goals and objectives of the General Plan because it will assist in achieving the development of a well balanced and functional mix of residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational, and institutional land uses. 2. The Project complies with the design directives contained in the General Plan and all other applicable provisions of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code. The Project is appropriate to the site and surrounding developments in that the roof over the existing carwash tunnel has been designed in consideration of the size and shape of the property and the architectural design of the existing structures. Sufficient setbacks and enhanced onsite landscaping have been provided within the existing gas station project site; thereby creating interest and varying vistas as a person moves along abutting streets and within the center. In addition, safe and efficient circulation has been achieved onsite. The Project will compliment the quality of existing development and will create a visually pleasing, non - detractive relationship between the proposed development and existing projects through the use of architectural design that is similar to the existing nearby commercial developments. 3. Subject to the attached conditions of approval, the Project is not anticipated to result in any significant adverse environmental impacts. Notwithstanding the fact that the Project is exempt from CEQA provisions pursuant to the 15301 (Class 1) (Existing Facilities) categorical exemption, the Project was reviewed and conditioned by all applicable City departments to ensure that the project blends into existing development, creates the least amount of disturbance, and does not negatively impact the residents or businesses of Lake Elsinore. The Project will not have a significant effect on the environment. 4. Conditions and safeguards pursuant to Section 17.184.070 of the Municipal Code, including guarantees and evidence of compliance with conditions, have been incorporated into the approval of the Project to ensure development of the property in accordance with the objectives of Chapter 17.184. Pursuant to Section 17.184.070 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code, the Project was considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed public hearing on November 5, 2013. SECTION 4. Based upon the evidence presented, the above findings, and the attached Conditions of Approval, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council approve Commercial Design Review No 2013 -10. PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 6 of 11 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013- PAGE 3 OF 4 SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its passage and adoption. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of November 2013. ATTEST: Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate Planning Manager John Gray, Vice Chairman City of Lake Elsinore PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 7 of 11 PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2013- PAGE 4 OF 4 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE )ss. CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ) I, Richard J. MacHott, Planning Manager of the hereby certify that Resolution No. 2013- , as adopted the City of Lake Elsinore at a regular meeting held on and that the same was adopted by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: City of Lake Elsinore, California, by the Planning Commission of the 5th day of November 2013, Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate Planning Manager PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 8 of 11 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013 -10 GENERAL 1. The proposed project (Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10) consists of an 18'x 60' roof over the existing carwash tunnel at the Canyon Hills Market Place Chevron Gas Station located at 25361 Railroad Canyon Road. 2. The applicant shall defend (with counsel acceptable to the City), indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees, and Agents from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City, its Officials, Officers, Employees or Agents to attach, set aside, void, or annul an approval of the City, its advisory agencies, appeal boards, or legislative body concerning the project attached hereto. 3. Design Review approval for the Commercial Design Review No. 2013 -10 will lapse and be void unless a building permit is issued within two (2) years of the approval date. The Community Development Director may grant an extension of time for up to one (1) year prior to the expiration of the initial Design Review approval. An application for a time extension and required fee shall be submitted a minimum of one (1) month prior to the expiration date. 4. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be final fifteen (15) days from the date of the decision, unless an appeal has been filed with the City Council pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 17.80 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code. PLANNING DIVISION 5. Within 30 days of project approval, the applicant shall sign and complete an "Acknowledgement of Conditions," and shall return the executed original to the Community Development Department for inclusion in the case records. 6. The applicant shall submit a check in the amount of $50.00 made payable to "County of Riverside" for filing of a Notice of Exemption. The check shall be submitted to the Planning Division for processing within 48 hours of the project's approval 7. All conditions of approval shall be reproduced upon Page One of building plans submitted to the Building and Safety Division for Plan Check. All conditions of approval shall be met prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy and release of utilities. 8. All site improvements shall be constructed as indicated on the submitted plans. The applicant shall meet all required development standards as indicated by the Commercial Design Guidelines and the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC). Any revisions to the approved site plan or building elevations shall be subject to the review of the Page 1 of 3 PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 9 of 11 CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2013-10 ENGINEERING DIVISION 18. In accordance with the City's Franchise Agreement for waste disposal & recycling, the developer shall be required to contract with CR &R Inc. for removal and disposal of all waste material, debris, vegetation and other rubbish generated during cleaning, demolition, clear and grubbing or all other phases of construction. 19. Runoff from project hardscape areas, roof and roof drains shall be treated prior to discharge into the storm drain system. Page 3 of 3 PC November 5, 2013, 2013 Item No. 2 Page 11 of 11