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REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN
AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: KRISTINE HERRINGTON
OFFICE SPECIALIST
DATE: JANUARY 21, 2014
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTE(S)
Recommendation
1. It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the Minutes as
submitted.
a. December 3, 2013
Prepared by: Kristine Herrington}
Office Specialist
Approved by: Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate
Planning Manager 11
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES OF DECEMBER 3, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Blake called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Jordan led the Pledge of Alleg
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Chairman Blake
Vice Chairman Gray
Commissioner Jordan
Commissioner Morsch
Commissioner Q' =Neal
Also present: C
MacHott, Interim;
Planning Assocr<
Consultant Court'
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Ta}�IQr, Planning Manager
n, pity Attorney Leibold,
tant Donahoe, Planning
It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the November
5, 2013, Planning Commission Minutes.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Morsch
to approve the Planning Commission Minutes of November 5, 2013;
Motion passed 5 -0.
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PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS)
Planning Manager MacHott stated that staff will be presenting the Agenda Items
in a different order beginning with Agenda Item No. 4.
4. Residential Design Review No. 2013 -03 (Modification) — A request to
change the Conditions of Approval pertaining to hours of construction
operation for the Ryland Homes Project located within the Summerly
Development of the East Lake Specific Plan.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the requested
changes to Condition of Approval No. 30 relating to construction hours
and activity for Residential Design Review No. 2013 -03 to read as follows:
Provisions of the City's Noise Ordinance shall be satisfied
during all site preparation and construction activity. Site
preparation activity and construction shall not commence
before 7:00 am and shall cease by 7:00 pm Monday
through Friday (during extended daylight months only, i.e.
April through October), or 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on
Saturday. Site preparation activity and construction shall
not commence before 7:00 am and shall cease by 5:00 pm
Monday through Friday (during non - extended daylight
months, i.e. October through April). Saturday construction
shall be limited to only finish work and similar interior
construction. Construction activity shall not take place on
Sunday, or any Legal Holidays.
Planning Manager MacHott stated that the applicant, Craig Moraes of Ryland
Homes, has requested to continue Residential Design Review No. 2013 -03 to the
January 21, 2014, Planning Commission meeting.
Motion by Chairman Blake and seconded by Commissioner O'Neal to continue
Residential Design Review No. 2013 -03, to the January 21, 2014, Planning
Commission meeting; Motion passed 5 -0.
5. Residential Design Review No. 2013 -05 — A request by Pardee Homes for
approval of building designs for a total of 104 single family detached
residential units and related improvements for a Housing Project located
within Planning Area 32 of Canyon Hills Specific Plan.
Recommendation
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a. Adopt Resolution No. 2013- , 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).
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2013- , A Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving
Residential Design Review No. 2013 -05 based on the Findings,
Exhibits, and subject to the proposed Conditions of Approval.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the Staff Report.
Commissioner Jordan stated that overall she likes the project, although, it
seems like a four -car garage is a lot of garage for the house, and asked if there
is anything in the Code regarding this. Planning Consultant Coury stated that
there is nothing in the Code or the Specific Plan that states that they cannot. He
indicated that they are required to provide the minimum two -car garage but
there is not a maximum.
The applicant, Mike Taylor of Pardee Homes, stated that very few people take
the four -car garage option but noted that there is no on -site parking of RVs and
boats so it does give opportunity for people that might want additional space.
Some houses have the ability to a have a "Mother -in -Law" suite that has been
popular. He noted that the four -car garage option is going to be on market
demand.
Commissioner O'Neal stated that he is fine with the project and is glad they are
offering the four -car garage option.
Commissioner Morsch suggested that Lot 60 and Lot 95 be included with
elevation enhancements on side yards. He indicated that he thinks it's a great
project.
Vice Chairman Gray stated that this is an excellent continuation of a very good
project.
Chairman Blake stated that this is a good project and wishes them much
success there.
Motion by Commissioner O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -77, 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
5 -0.
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Motion by Commissioner O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -78, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No.
2013 -05 with the amendment of Condition No. 6 requiring enhanced side yards
on Lot 60 and Lot 95; Motion passed 5 -0.
6. Residential Design Review No. 2013 -06 — A request by Pardee Homes for
approval of building designs for a total of 137 single family detached
residential units and related improvements, for a Housing Project located
within Planning Area 28B of Canyon Hills Specific Plan.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2013- , 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).
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2013- , A Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving
Residential Design Review No. 2013 -06, based on the findings and
exhibits, and subject to the proposed Conditions of Approval.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the Staff Report.
Vice Chairman Gray stated that the presentation is thorough and the project
looks good.
Commissioner Morsch stated that it is a quality development and fits in with the
community and the on -going development of the Canyon Hills properties.
Commissioner O'Neal stated that it is a fine project.
Mr. Taylor described the current development and the upcoming projects.
Commissioner Jordan stated that she likes all of the architecture, the floor plans,
and the elevations and said that it will create a nice street scene.
Motion by Commissioner O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -79, 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
5 -0.
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Motion by Commissioner O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -80, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Residential Design Review No.
2013 -06; Motion passed 5 -0.
2. Consistency Zoninq Project — Phase III, including the following items:
General Plan Amendment No. 2013 -04 (Revised) — Amend the Planning
Commission recommendation previously approved on October 1, 2013, by
adding the existing Grand Oaks and Harbor Grand Apartments as "High
Density Residential "; and by showing an existing water tank owned by the
Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) as "Public /Institutional;"
on the General Plan Land Use Map, Figure 2.1A, in the Lake View District,
to accurately reflect property currently zoned "R -3 High Density
Residential "; and
Zone Change No. 2013 -04 (Revised) — Amend the Planning Commission
recommendation previously approved on October 1, 2013, by adding a
change of zone for the property containing the existing (EVMWD) Water
Tank to "Public /Institutional" in the Lake View District of the City consistent
with its General Plan designation.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission take the following action:
a. Approve Resolution No. 2013- ; Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving a
revision to Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013 -73 which
recommends that the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore
approve General Plan Amendment Nos. 2013 -03 and 2013 -04,
clean -up Amendments to the East Lake and Lake View Districts, as
part of the Consistency Zoning Project, Phase III, correcting the
boundaries of the East Lake Specific Plan as shown on the General
Plan Land Use Map; and correcting various land use designations to
accurately reflect existing uses and densities in the Lake View
District.
b. Approve Resolution No. 2013- ; Resolution of the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving a
revision to Planning Commission Resolution No. 2013 -74 which
recommends that the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore, Zone
Change No. 2013 -04, known as the Consistency Zoning Project —
Phase III, Changing the Zoning of various parcels in the East Lake,
Lake View and North Peak Districts of the City to zones consistent
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with the General Plan designations therein.
Planning Consultant Donahoe presented the Staff Report.
Chairman Blake asked staff if there were any comments from the public.
Planning Consultant Donahoe stated no and indicated that she spoke to the
owners of the apartment complex and they are fine with the recommendation.
Commissioner Morsch stated that there is always room for change if this change
is for the better, and commended staff for picking up on these changes.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Gray to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -81, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving a revision to Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2013 -73 which recommends that the City Council of
the City of Lake Elsinore approve General Plan Amendment Nos. 2013 -03 and
2013 -04, clean -up amendments to the East Lake and Lake View Districts, as part
of the Consistency Zoning Project, Phase III, correcting the boundaries of the
East Lake Specific Plan as shown on the General Plan Land Use Map; and
correcting various land use designations to accurately reflect existing uses and
densities in the Lake View District; Motion passed 5 -0.
Motion by Commissioner Morsch and seconded by Commissioner Jordan to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -82, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving a revision to Planning
Commission Resolution No. 2013 -74 which recommends that the City Council of
the City of Lake Elsinore approve Zone Change No. 2013 -04, known as the
Consistency Zoning Project — Phase III, changing the Zoning of various parcels
in the East Lake, Lake View and North Peak Districts of the City to zones
consistent with the General Plan designations therein; Motion passed 5 -0.
3. Conditional Use Permit No. 2013 -04 — A request to operate a Cross
Fitness Exercise Center and a small Skating Rink within an existing
building_ located at 29910 Ohana Circle.
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution No. 2013- ; Resolution of the Planning Commission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2013 -04
for a Cross Fitness Exercise Center and a small Skating Rink within an existing
building located at 29910 Ohana Circle.
Agustin Resendiz presented the Staff Report.
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Curtis Labeda of Labeda Properties, stated that he is the majority shareholder of
the property and indicated that he and his father bought the property
approximately 20 years ago. He indicated that as a property owner, he has
concerns about the project.
Chairman Blake asked Curtis Labeda if he is the applicant. Curtis Labeda stated
that he is not the applicant but indicated that he saw the public hearing sign in
front of the property for the Planning Commission meeting and asked the
Commission if he should have concerns about liability.
Commissioner O'Neal asked Curtis Labeda to clarify ownership between him and
the applicant. Curtis Labeda clarified that he doesn't own the entire building, and
stated that Labeda Properties owns the building and he is the shareholder. He
informed the Commission that he is not permitted in the section where the new
project is located and there is currently litigation involved. He asked if there are
limitations to the proposed skating rink, as a property owner, that he should be
aware of. Planning Manager MacHott explained that the property is
Commercial /Manufacturing and explained the proposed use. He stated that the
applicant has to meet all building code and fire code requirements.
Commissioner Morsch asked if the property owners in the area were notified of
the project and was the public hearing notice posted at the property. Planning
Manager MacHott stated that the public hearing notice was posted 10 days prior
to the Planning Commission meeting, and mailed to property owners within the
area.
The applicant, Scott Labeda, addressed the Commission.
City Attorney Leibold requested clarification that the owner is Robert Labeda, and
asked if the owner is aware of this. Scott Labeda stated yes. City Attorney
Leibold asked who the record owner is of the property. Scott Labeda stated that
there are a lot of different owners and noted that the title states "Labeda Family,
LLC ".
Commissioner O'Neal stated that he has concerns regarding moving the project
forward due to the litigation involved. City Attorney Leibold explained that the City
is relying on the representation of Robert Labeda and indicated that the litigation
is a private matter that is not the City's concern and is not part of the Planning
Commission hearing.
Commissioner Morsch stated that he doesn't have any objections to the use of
the property.
Commissioner O'Neal stated that he is not comfortable with the project and not
happy that the firewalls and roller skating rink were put in to begin with.
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Vice Chairman Gray stated that he has no problem with what is being proposed.
Chairman Blake stated that their biggest concern is safety for the community and
noted that the Fire Marshall has been involved. He indicated that an application
should have come in prior to construction but realized that there was a skating
rink there previously. He stated that he wishes the family the best to get
everything resolved and stated that staff has done an excellent job.
Motion by Commissioner Jordan and seconded by Commissioner Gray to
approve Resolution No. 2013 -76, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of
the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2013-
04 for a Cross Fitness Exercise Center and a small Skating Rink within an
existing building located at 29910 Ohana Circle; Motion passed 4 -1 with
Commissioner O'Neal opposing.
BUSINESS ITEMS)
7. General Plan Conformity Determination for proposed Santa Ana
Watershed Project Authority (SAWPA) Inland Empire Brine Line Reach V
Repairs
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission make the finding that
SAWPA's proposed Inland Empire Brine Line Reach V Repairs is
consistent with the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan.
Planning Manager MacHott presented the Staff Report.
Commissioner Morsch asked who maintains the Brine Line. Carlos Quintero,
representing SAWPA, explained the functions of SAWPA and indicated that they
are responsible for maintaining the Bline Line.
Vice Chairman Gray asked why this portion is being replaced. Mr. Quintero
stated that there was an easement granted by Castle & Cooke Development,
therefore, they are looking for alternatives to get it out of the developed area, and
put it through Nichols Road.
Motion by Commissioner O'Neal, and seconded by Vice Chairman Gray to find
that SAWPA's proposed Inland Empire Brine Line Reach V Repairs is consistent
with the City of Lake Elsinore General Plan; Motion passed 5 -0.
8. Design of City of Lake Elsinore Sign to be installed on New 7- Eleven
Convenience Store's Freeway Pylon Sign at 515 No. Main Street
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Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the draft design
for the City of Lake Elsinore sign and select the preferred option.
Planning Manager MacHott presented the Staff Report.
Grace Sandlin, Studio 395, and who is on the Board for the Downtown
Merchants Association stated that Studio 395 submitted a few drawings
approximately six months to one year ago to the City, and indicated that
they would like an opportunity to submit new drawings and offer an
alternative. She suggested having a common theme for the City and
requested that the downtown merchants have an opportunity to review the
designs and give their input.
Planning Manager MacHott clarified the direction that the City is going
regarding the design of the sign. City Attorney Leibold stated that the City
is responsible for the design of the sign and the design was already
presented to City Council and approved.
Kimberly Ryan, stated that the 7- Eleven sign is an eyesore when exiting
onto Main Street and wishes that the design could have been something
more historic for the downtown area. Planning Manager MacHott clarified
that the only thing that can be voted on tonight is the City logo on the
bottom of 7- Eleven's sign.
George Bloomfield, the City's design consultant, addressed the issues that
Ms. Ryan had and described the design of the sign.
The Commission discussed the design of the City's logo and which design
to go with. The downtown merchants also made some suggestions. The
Commission decided that the sign shall say "Historic Main Street ".
STAFF COMMENTS
Planning Manager MacHott stated that there will not be a Planning
Commission meeting on December 17, 2013 and the next Planning
Commission meeting will be held in January 2014.
PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS
Commissioner Morsch noted that the intersection at Railroad Canyon
Road and Grape Street is a real problem and will only get worse when
new residential developments which have already been approved get
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developed and indicated something really needs to be done about it.
Planning Manager MacHott stated that Engineering is aware of the
problem and has been working with Caltrans to work on the timing of the
signals. He indicated that the CEQA process has to be started over
because it was put on hold and not finished and a lot of the funding was
allocated by RCTC to other projects. Therefore, it will be another three to
four years and they have to come up with the funding to build the
interchange. In the meantime, Engineering is looking at other
infrastructure options which will not happen overnight. He indicated that
the City is meeting with Caltrans on a monthly basis to work out the timing
of the signals.
Chairman Blake is also concerned about the timing of the signal and
indicated that there is not enough time to get through the intersection
before the light turns red again. He also stated that he concerned about
development on the lakefront and indicated that the City needs to think
about the future of the property that will be built around the lake, such as
height restrictions of buildings, etc. around the lake. He suggested putting
a Committee together to include two Commissioners and a few residents
form the community to figure out the best approach.
Commissioner Morsch stated that it really depends on the developer and
noted that they come into the City with a lot of conditions and if the City is
willing to make concessions then the Commission can have some effect
on what businesses do come in and to weigh in on how important various
businesses are to the community.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission,
Chairman Blake adjourned the Planning Commission meeting at 8:27 p.m.
The regular Planning Commission meeting of December 17, 2014, will be
cancelled. The next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on
January 7, 2014, at the Senior Activities Center, located at 420 E. Lakeshore
Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530.
Attest:
Richard J. MacHott, LEED Green Associate
Planning Manager
David Blake, Chairman
City of Lake Elsinore
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