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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-18-2006 NAH MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 2006 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman O'Neal called the Regular Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Office Specialist Porche' led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: O'NEAL, GONZALES, AND FLORES ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: NONE Also present were: Community Development Director Preisendanz, Planning Manager Weiner, City Engineer Seumalo, Deputy City Attorney Santana, Associate Planner Carlson, Associate Planner Resendiz, and Office Specialist Porche'. SELECTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION VICE CHAIRMAN Chairman O'Neal requested nominations for the position of Vice Chairman. MOVED BY O'NEAL, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF ALL PRESENT TO NOMINATE COMMISSIONER GONZALES AS VICE CHAIRMAN OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE. PUBLIC COMMENTS (Non-A~endized itemsl None Agenda Item No. Page of PAGE 2 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 18, 2006 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minor Design Review of a Sin¢le Family Residence located at 29960 Illinois Street (APN 375-023-005/006) 2. Minor Design Review of aSingle-Family Residence located at 219E Peck Street APN 373-023-0051 MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED WITH A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE THE CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 3. Tentative Condominium Man No. 34309. Residential Design Review No. 2005-25 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2005-24 6:04:49 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing. Community Development Director Preisendanz indicated that this is a request for approval of two (2) detached triplexes with three (3) different actions, a Tentative Condominium Map, a Residential Design Review and Conditional Use Permit. Community Development Director Preisendanz requested Associate Planner Resendiz to review the project with the Commission. Associate Planner Resendiz provided an overview of the proposed project. He stated that the project is located east of Machado Street off Woodcrest and west of Parkview Place. He stated that applicant is proposing to develop the vacant site with two (2) two (2) story triplex buildings totaling approximately 7,863 square feet. He stated that the total of all structures proposed will cover approximately 37% of the .48 net acre site and will comply with the maximum density of 18 dwelling units per net acre. He indicated that the architectural design would be identified as Spanish/Mediterranean. He stated that Staff has determined that the project complies with the Development Standards of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC) and recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a Resolution and recommends to the City Council approval of the Tentative Condominium Map, Residential Design Review and approval of the Conditional Use Permit based on the Findings, Exhibits and Conditions of Approval. Chairman O'Neal requested the applicant to approach the podium. Agenda IIem No. Page of PAGE 3 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 18, 2006 Kevin Tran, 15 Via Del Renal Court, Lake Elsinore identified himself as the applicant of the project. Chairman O'Neal asked the applicant if he has read and agrees with the Conditions of Approval. Mr. Tran stated "Yes". Chairman O'Neal asked if he had any comments or questions for the Commission. Mr. Tran stated "No". There being no further comments from the public, Chairman O'Neal brought the discussion back to the table. Vice Chairman Gonzales asked Staff to clarify where the trash enclosures would be for units AandB. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that the trash enclosures would be located in the rear of the buildings on the concrete pads on the opposite sides of the living rooms. Vice Chairman Gonzales had no further comments. Commissioner Flores indicated that he observed the project and said it looks like an outstanding project. He asked the applicant to the have the weeds cut down on the project as they are almost (5) feet high. He also requested the applicant to have the address of the site located somewhere on the project so it would be easy to locate. He noted that the location has many children in the area and recommended the applicant to show caution and safety during construction phase. He had no further comments. Chairman O'Neal asked the applicant if WIC stood for "walk in closet"? Mr. Tran stated "Yes". Chairman O'Neal stated that on the unit "A" plans, it shows that the WIC is in the middle of the hallway. He asked if this is correct. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that this was an error. 6:14:58 PM Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing and requested the reading of the Resolutions. Agenda Item No. Page of PAGE 4 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -APRIL 18, 2006 MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES, AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-38, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2005-24 FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY, TO BE LOCATED AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF WOODCREST DRIVE (APNS 379-341-015 AND 016). MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-39 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A TENTATIVE CONDOMINIUM MAP NO. 34309 A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINHIM COMMUNITY, TO BE LOCATED AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF WOODCREST DRIVE (APNS 379-341-015 AND 016). MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-40 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF A RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2005-25 FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY TO BE LOCATED AT THE SOUTH SIDE OF WOODCREST DRIVE (APNS 379-341-015 AND 016). 4. Tentative Condominium Man No. 34308. Residential Design Review No. 2005-26 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2005-25. 6:17:37 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing. Agenda Item No Page of PAGE 5 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES APRIL 18, 2006 Community Development Director Preisendanz provided a brief overview of the proposed project and requested Associate Planner Resendiz to review the project with the Commission and answer questions that they may have. Associate Planner Resendiz indicated that this project is located on the north side of Joy Street and east of Riverside Drive within the Country Club Heights Specific Plan I. He stated that the applicant is requesting approval to establish a residential condominium community for private ownership sharing common interests maintenance and responsibilities. He indicated that the project consists of one (1) two-story duplex building totaling approximately 2,924 square feet. He stated that the total of all structures will cover 48% of the .13 net acre site. He stated that the product would provide two (2) four (4) bedroom products which would range in size from 1,831 to 1,945 square feet of living space. He noted that the azchitectural design is Spanish/Mediterranean. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that the project complies with the LEMC and recommends the Planning Commission to adopt a Resolution and recommend to the City Council approval of the Tentative Condominium Map, Residential Design Review and approve the Conditional Use Permit based on the Findings, Exhibits, and Conditions of Approval. Chairman O'Neal requested the applicant to approach the podium. Mr. Kevin Tran, 15 Via Del Renal, Lake Elsinore indicated that he is the applicant for the project. Chairman O'Neal asked Mr. Tran if he has read and agrees to the Conditions of Approval. Mr. Tran stated "Yes". Chairman O'Neal asked if anyone wished to speak for or against this project. There being no comments from the public, discussion was brought back to the table. Commissioner Flores expresses to the applicant the importance of safety and caution during the construction period. He asked the applicant if he would be widening the street. City Engineer Seumalo stated that there is an existing Condition of Approval that addresses the responsibility of the applicant and street improvements. Vice Chairman Gonzales requested clarification on how the Homeowners Association would work when there are only two (2) homeowners per unit. Agenda Item No. Page of PAGE 6 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -APRIL 18, 2006 Community Development Director Preisendanz stated that in this case a Management Company would oversee the project. He indicated that the Management Company would be established prior to the first Certificate of Occupancy. Chairman 8-?aTei~ O'Neal asked to clarify the screening of the yards and landscaping. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that it would be up to the Applicant to decide where he would place trees according to the Landscape Guidelines. Community Development Director Preisendanz stated the applicant would be required to provide a street tree and a front yard tree. He stated that the illustrations on the plans are not consistent with the Landscaping Guidelines. Chairman 9~1ei1 O'Neal requested clarification on the screening of the units. Associate Planner Resendiz stated that more than likely would be a fence around the unit for screening. Chairman O'Neal stated that the drawings are inconsistent and it is important for the Commission to have a more accurate detail. Community Development Director Preisendanz asked Chairman O'Neal if he would like to add a Condition of Approval. Chairman O'Neal stated "No", that he trusts the Staffls judgment. He had no further comments. 6:25:00 PM Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing. MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-41, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMT NO. 2005-25 FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY TO BE LOCATED AT THE NORTH SIDE OF JOY STREET (APN 379-191-005) Agenda Item No Page of PAGE 7 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -APRIL 18, 2006 MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-42, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE CONDOMINIUM MAP NO. 34308 FOR A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY TO BE LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF JOY STREET (APN: 379-191-005). MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 3-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2006-43 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2005-26 FOR DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM COMMUNITY TO BE LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF JOY STREET (APN: 379-191- 005). BUSINESS ITEMS NONE INFORMATIONAL City Attorney Liebold reviewed Policy No. 200-SA which outlines the qualifications, term of office, conflicts of interest and other rules and procedures of the Planning Commission. STAFF COMMENTS Community Development Director Pxeisendanz commented on the following: • He introduced Tom Wiener, the new Planning Manager for the City of Lake Elsinore. • He advised to the Planning Commission that there is a General Plan Advisory meeting scheduled for Apri124, 2006 at 3:00 PM to be held in the Cultural Center. Agenda Item No. Page of PAGE 8 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -APRIL 18, 2006 He advised the Planning Commission that the Planning Department has hired a new contracted employee Wendy Worthy, who specializes with CEQA. He introduced Dana Porche', Office Specialist who would be recording the Minutes of the Planning Commission. PLANNING COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Flores commented on the followine: Requested Staff to assist the Planning Commission when having to identifying a vacant lot (especially when there is more than one) such as posting a stake with an orange flag, or an address on a stake. Community Development Director Preisendanz stated that the Planning Department is working on a way to post the notice of the Public Hearing on the vacant lot in order to identify it better. Vice Chairman Gonzales commented on the followine: He asked Community Development Director Preisendanz when the two vacated positions for the Planning Commissioners would be filled. Community Development Director Preisendanz indicated that the City Council would appoint the new Planning Commissioners in June and would have their first meeting in July. Chairman O'Neal commented on the followine: • Thanked everyone for their participation at the Planning Commission Meeting. ADJOURNMENT 6:5020 PM THERE BEING NO FURTHER ~7jSINESS, C~IAIRMAN O'NEAL ADJOURNED THE MEETING AT ON AP I8 2006. / Chairman Respectfully Submitted, Dana C. Porche' Office Specialist III Agenda Item No. Page of PAGE 9 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -APRIL 18, 2006 ATTEST: ~fe Preisendanz, Director of Community Development Agenda I[em No. Page of