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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-17-2006 NAHMINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2006 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman O'Neal called the Regular Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:00 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Community Development Director Preisendanz, led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: O'NEAL, GONZALES, MENDOZA, FLORES, ZANELLI ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Also present were: Community Development Director Preisendanz, Planning Manager Weiner, City Engineer Seumalo, Deputy City Attorney Santana, Senior Planner Harris, Associate Planner Carlson, and Planning Consultant Miller, Associate Planner Resendiz, Office Specialist Baron, and Office Specialist Herrington. PUBLIC COMMENTS INon-A¢enda items) NONE CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 1. Minor Design Review of a Sinele Family Residence located at 29414 Pinnell Street (also referred to as Assessor Parcel Number 378-171-009/0101. Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:06 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the items and turned it over to the planner for formal presentation. Associate Planner Carlson presented the Staff Report for 29414 Pinnell Street. PAGE 2 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 The applicant is requesting design review consideration for the design and establishment of a 2,371 square-foot two-story single-family residence with an attached 514 square-foot two (2) car garage, a 96 square-foot front entry porch, and a 134 square-foot covered solid rear patio cover. The proposed 2,371 square-foot residence will include four (4) bedrooms, a living room, dining room, laundry room, kitchen with breakfast nook, family room, three (3) bathrooms, and asecond-story deck on the front (east) elevation. The proposed two-story single-family dwelling unit located at 29414 Pinnell Street will be situated in the center of the existing two (2) lots. It should be noted that the applicant will have to apply and submit for a lot merger with the City of Lake Elsinore's Engineering Division prior to the issuance of a building permit. Considering this, the existing lots climb in grade from the front of the property along Pinnell Street to the rear. The applicant will have to cut approximately 750 cubic-yards and fill approximately 350 cubic-yards in order to create a level pad for development. The applicant has chosen to construct the two-story single-family dwelling unit using Mediterranean style architecture. The front (east) elevation will include an azched front-entry porch, double front-entry doors with sectional windows adjacent and above, window surrounds, coach lights, a decorative garage door, window surrounds, and decorative "rosette" foam attic vents. In addition, the applicant is proposing to incorporate an approximately two hundred (200) square-foot deck with thirty-six inch (36") wrought-iron railing that will be located directly above the attached two (2) caz garage. Planner Carlson went on to state that, the north elevation will include window surrounds, a belly band and a decorative dormer that will include a "rosette" foam attic vent. The south elevation will include a fireplace chimney with cap, window surrounds, a belly band, and a coach light adjacent to the "French" side-entry doors. The rear (west) elevation will include a solid covered rear patio with stucco columns, window surrounds, a rosette attic vent, and aturret-like architectural pop-out to be located adjacent to the rear solid covered patio. It should be noted that the roof of the solid covered patio will incorporate the same concrete tiles as proposed on the main dwelling unit. It should be noted that the roof of the solid covered patio will incorporate the same tiles as the main drawing room. Hector Zubieta (Applicant) stated that he was concerned about Conditions of Approval. He was concerned about paying $2.00 per square foot for Affordable Housing Units. It was his understanding that it only applied to Duplexes. Deputy City Attorney Santana clarified that all residential developments pursuant to The Affordable Housing Agreement, was approved by the City Council in December 2005, and reads exactly as the City Council approved. Under Condition of Approval No. 48: Mr. Zubieta wanted all street improvement conditions to be struck out. PAGE 3 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 City Engineer Seumalo said Staff recommended that all reference to street improvements be stricken, and under Condition of Approval No. 51, Mr. Seumalo also stated that there will be an Encroachment Permit required unless the applicant is using a septic tank. Therefore, street improvement plans will be submitted with grading plans. Mr. Zubieta thanked the Planning Commission for doing a good job. He stated that it was one of the biggest homes in the area and the site has beautiful views. 6:10 pm Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing. Comments• Commissioner Zanelli said he liked the site and design and thinks it will be an improvement to the community. Commissioner Flores stated the project complies with the Municipal Code and is in favor of the project. Commissioner Mendoza had no comment. Vice Chairman Gonzales expressed concerns about the water pressure at the property. Associate Planner Carlson addressed that concern by stating that a "Will Serve" letter regarding proper water pressure was submitted to the Lake Elsinore Water District. He also indicated that staff has the letter on file and that the Conditions of Approval state that the "Will Serve" letter be submitted prior to Building Permit issuance. MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-109, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MINOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 29414 PINNELL STREET 2. Minor Design Review of a Single Family Residence located at 15087 Larson Road (also referred to as Assessor Parcel Number 379-080-0501. Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:12 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the project and fumed it over to the planner for a formal presentation. Associate Planner Carlson presented the Staff Report for the Minor Design Review of a Single Family Residence located at 15087 Larson Road. PAGE 4 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 The .25 acre vacant site is located approximately 145 lineaz feet northwest of Machado Street. Currently, at the reaz of the property there is an existing wood fence and chain linked fence. The applicant will be removing the chain linked fence with an adjacent neighbor. There is also a block wall that extends from the rear of the property towards the front of the property and drops in height. Wrought iron with pilasters is included in the design. The applicant is requesting design review consideration for the design and establishment of a 1,986 square-foot single-story single-family residence with an attached 749 square-foot three (3) car gazage and a 234 square-foot front entry porch. The front (northeast elevation) will include a decorative stone base furring, coach lights, arched windows with lights, window surrounds, an arched front-porch entry, double front- entry doors, and alight-weight concrete the roof. In addition, the applicant is also proposing six-foot (6') high stucco block pilasters with wrought iron return wall fencing on both sides of the proposed dwelling units. It should be noted that the proposed block pilasters will aesthetically match the stucco on the dwelling unit. The applicant is going to reduce the size of the pilasters and incorporate more wrought iron so he can locate a recreation vehicle on the side of the home. Staff would like to ask the Commission to strike of Condition of Approval, Item No. 35 from the record with a Condition that reads; "The applicant shall connect to the existing sewer line located within the Machado Street Right of Way as stated in the Uniform Plumbing Code". Applicant Julian Suarez stated his name and address. He presented an issue to the Commission regazding Conditions of approval No. 35. He requested a septic tank on his property, instead of tying into sewer. Chairman O'Neal stated that under Code requirements, he is required to hook up to sewer, and therefore, cannot do septic. 6:20 p.m. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing. Plannin¢ Commissioner Comments Vice Chair Gonzales - House looks great and recommends going to sewer. Commissioner Mendoza -Based on the changes to Condition No.35, he sees no problems. Commissioner Flores - As long as the applicant is hooked up to sewer, he has no questions. Commissioner Zanelli -Concurred with the rest of the Commissioners as long as the change is made to Condition of Approval No. 35. PAGE 5 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINU'T'ES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-110, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MINOR DESIGN REVIEW FORA SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE LOCATED AT 15087 CARSON ROAD WITH REVISED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL REFERENCED HERETO 3. Minor Desien Review of a Single Family Residence located at 988 Miramar Street (also referred to as Assessor Parcel Number 373-054-0211. Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:22 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the project and turned it over to the planner for a formal presentation. Planning Consultant Miller presented the Staff Report for a Single Family Residence located at 988 Miramar Street. Planning Consultant Miller stated that she would like to add Condition of Approval No. 66, requiring the applicant to add a weather proof 3' x 3' sign at the entrance of the project site, identifying the approved days and hours of operation and a statement directing any complaints to the City of Lake Elsinore, Code Enforcement Division, phone number 951- 674-3124. Planning Consultant Miller continued stating, the applicant is proposing to construct a 3,835 squaze foot conventionally built single family residence with an attached 761 squaze foot garage on a 12,008 square foot (net) vacant lot. The total building footprint is 2,752 square feet or twenty-one percent (21%) of the lot area meeting the maximum allowable building area of fifty percent (50%) per the requirements of the Historic Elsinore standards. The project meets all requirements of the LEMC. The residence will include an interior entry, dining room, family room, kitchen, office, game room, bathroom and utility room on the first floor and three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The architecture proposed is a Monterey style. Features include second story balconies with wood railing and covered roofs, paned windows with wide trim, shutters, cultured stone wainscot, multiple roof lines with rafter tails, and a tower structure. Planner Miller went on to explain that, an automatic irrigation system and landscaping will be provided along Miramar Street and Franklin Street which is approximately 3,099 square feet or twenty-four percent (24%) of the lot area. The applicant will utilize the following three (3) types of fencing on the inegulazly shaped lot: PAGE 6 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 1) A five foot (5') tubulaz steel fence with five foot (5') decorative masonry pilasters will be constructed along the Miramaz Street and Franklin Street frontages; and 2) The City Standard six foot (6') wood fence will be provided along the eastern and northern interior property lines, and 3) A six foot (6') tubular fence will be used along the farthest eastern property line and the southern property line in order to provide views of the rolling hills and the lake. Planner Miller also stated that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) Class 3(a) that exempts up to three (3) single family residences. In conclusion, Planning Consultant Miller recommends that Planning Commission adopt a Resolution approving the Minor Design Review for the Single Family residence and associated improvements located at 988 Miramar Street based on the Findings, Exhibits, and Conditions of Approval. Applicant Robert Skrede stated his name and address. Mr. Skrede agreed to the Conditions of Approval. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:28 p.m. Plannin¢ Commissioner Comments Commissioner Mendoza -Very good job on the design of the house, beautiful addition to the city. Commissioner Zanelli -Beautiful design. He directed the question to Planning Consultant Miller regarding the street along the property line. Consultant Miller stated that Mr.Skrede is improving the street to the end of the property line and that he has been working on the grading for a year. Commissioner Gonzales stated he had no problem with the house, his concern was Franklin Street. He wanted to know if it will be widened and he asked Engineering Manager Seumalo if the front of the applicant's property would go up to Franklin Street. Engineering Manager Seumalo responded by stating that the ultimate roadway width will be 40 feet from his curb line to the curb line across the street and that traffic on Franklin will be shifted to Pottery. He went on to explain that, Pottery will be the main road and that Franklin PAGE 7 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 will be converted to a local road. He also stated that there will be traffic control until the work is completed. He further stated that there may be some encroachment on the road due to road construction, but did not anticipate it to be to be significant. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-111, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MINOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE AT 988 MIRAMAR STREET Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:33 p.m 4. Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2006-07 for the Slone Stabilization Plan at Wasson Creek ("Rosetta Hills". Tentative Tract Man No. 31792) Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:35 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the project and turned it over to the planner for a formal presentation. Planning Consultant Donahoe presented the Staff Report by stating that, the applicant requests adoption of Mitigation Negative Declaration No. 2006-07, the environmental review document for the proposed Slope Stabilization Plan ("Plan") for Tract Map No. 31792. The Plan has been reviewed and approved by the City Engineer to perform remedial grading to reconstruct and stabilize an existing manufactured slope which was previously constructed but not completed in the early 1990s. Rosetta Hills, formerly approved as the Villages at Wasson Canyon, is located southeast of Highway 74, east of Interstate 15, and east of the intersection of Conard Avenue and Third Street. Upon the recommendafion of the Planning Commission, the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore approved Tentative Tract Map No. 31792 on September 28, 2004. On June 20, 2006, the Planning Commission approved Residential Design Review No. 2005-20, which was conditioned to provide a Remediation Plan, and Mitigated Negative Declaration for Lots 49 thru 68 approved and adopted by the City Council. Lennar Homes has begun their development of Rosetta Hills, and the Remediation Plan has been reviewed and approved by the Engineering Department. Planner Donahoe concluded by, recommending that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2006-07, based upon the PAGE 8 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 findings set forth in the attached resolution and Exhibit `B,' and subject to the Mitigation Monitoring Program attached thereto and that, Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that the project is exempt from the MSHCP based upon the findings set forth in the attached resolution. Applicant Ellen Michael of Lennar Homes stated name and address. Ms. Michael stated that they (Lennar Homes) have all permissions necessary to do all of the work outside of their property boundary and a copy of the Plan , as well as a copy of the Agreement with South Shore, which she stated is available for review. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:35 p.m PlanninL Commissioner Comments Commissioner Flores stated that based on the previous approval Design Review No. 2005-20 by the Planning Commission on June 20, 2006, finds this project to conform as a Tentative Tract Map No. 31702 and for the Slope Stabilization Plan, has his approval. Commissioner Zanelli stated it has his approval. He wanted to know what the length of the project was and when do they expect to begin? Applicant Ellen Michael of Lennar Homes stated the subdivision is already under construction; stabilization starts once engineering issues permits. Completion should be within 30 working days. Commissioner Mendoza commented that he_was concerned about the length of time it will take to complete. He also stated it looks like a large undertaking, but with our fine engineers, it should be able to be completed within 30 days. Vice Chair Gonzales stated that he approves the project. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-Q TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-112, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY OF COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ADOPTION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2006-07 AND THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM APPERTAINING THERETO, FOR THE SLOPE STABILIZATION PLAN AT WASSON CREEK, IN TENTATIVE TRACT MAP N0.31792 PAGE 9 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Chairman O'Neal referenced the "MSHCP" Director of Community Development Preisendanz stated in regazds to the MSHCP, he made two (2) minor corrections. There are two (2) references to the exemption from "MSHCP" 1) In the heading 2) In section 1 Director would like to change to "Consistent with the Riverside County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan", and with that, read the following. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO.2006- 113, ARESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, TO ADOPT FINDINGS THAT THE. PROJECT IDENTIFIED AS SLOPE STABILIZATION PLAN FOR WASSON CREEK (``BOSETTA HILLS") AND ASSOCIATED MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2006-07 IS CONSISTENT WITH THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY MULTI-SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN ("MSHCP") Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:44 p.m 5. Commercial Design Review No. 2006-02 & Tentative Condominium. Tract Man No. 34864 "Canyon Estates Professional Office Building Complex" Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the continuance of the project from the Planning Commission meeting of October 3, and turned it over to the planner for a formal presentation. Senior Planner Harris presented the continuance of the Staff Report. Senior Planner Harris indicated that six (6) Items under Conditions of Approval were contested by the applicant. Staff recommended the following: Administrative Services Department Condition No.17 be deleted. Administrative Services Department Condition No. 82 be deleted. Administrative Services Department Condition No. 83 be deleted. PAGE 10 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Engineering Division Condition No. 65 A revised signing and striping plan for Canyon Estates Drive, from Summerhill Drive to Ridgecrest Drive, shall be submitted for review. The installation of the revised signing and striping will be the responsibility of the applicant. The Engineering Division has agreed to extend the timing for completion of this condition to prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. Engineering Division Condition Item No. 66 The project driveway at Boulder Vista Drive shall be revised to a right-in/right-out only with the installation of right-in/out median at the driveway entrance. The Engineering Division has agreed to extend the timing for completion of this condition to prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy to allow the developer time to enter into a cost sharing arrangement with surrounding property owners. Engineering Condition No. 68 Relocate the existing street light on Canyon Estates Drive, from approximately 60 feet east of the project driveway/Boulder Vista Drive to near the driveway entrance. The Engineering Division has agreed to extend the timing for the completion of this condition to prior to issuance of Certificate of Occupancy to allow the developer time to enter into a cost sharing arrangement with surrounding property owners. Planner Harris concluded by recommending that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council; 1) Adoption of findings consistent with the Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan. 2) Approval of Commercial Design Review No. 2006-02 3) Approval of Tentative Condominium Tract Map No. 34864 based on the following findings, Exhibits "A" thru "K" and the proposed Conditions of Approval. Applicant Lon Bike with Architectural Team Three stated his name and address. He indicated that he has been working with the Engineering and Planning Staff over the last two (2) weeks in order to resolve any issues and is looking forwazd to moving forward with the project. Owner Brett Keshtkaz with Canyon Plaza Partners LLC stated his name and address. He had no comment. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:55 p.m PAGE 11 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 PlanninE Commissioner Comments Vice Chair Gonzales requested clarification about the extending the time, referred to in Condition of Approval No.65, 66 and 68. He also asked what happens if the other property owners can't come to an agreement, does it come back to us. Engineering Manager Seumalo responded by stating that there were nine (9) property owners that are affected by these improvements and that it should be a fair share cost. He went on by stating that the intent of the new condition was to go back to the Master Developer and contact all of the property owners get concurrence and participate in this cost. He also stated that if they don't get concurrence, the City will work with the applicant to pay for the cost of the improvements because the City sees it as an important safety issue. Commissioner Mendoza stated that he stated that he thinks something of this size is too big. He went on by stating that he doesn't think it is right for this site and that there is already too much traffic there. Commissioner Flores had no comments. Commissioner Zanelli asked Engineer Seumalo if Canyon Estates Drive is scheduled to be widened to four (4) lanes. Engineering Manager Seumalo said there is a widening in the General Plan Circulation element, but there is no schedule for it. Chairman O'Neal said he liked the project. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 6:56 p.m. MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-114, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF FINDINGS THAT THE PROJECT KNOWN AS CANYON CREEK PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING IS CONSISTENT WITH THE MULTI-SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN (MSHCP) MOVED BY FLORES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 4-1, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-115, A RESLOUTION 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. 2006-02 FOR THE CANYON CREEK PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING PAGE 12 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17.2006 MOVED BY FLORES, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-116, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE CONDOMINIUM MAP NO. 34864 FOR CANYON CREEK PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING 6. Residential Design Review No. 2006-06 for a five unit Apartment Complex located at the Northwest Corner of Pottery Street and Lindsay Street: (APN No. 374-042- 0222 Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 7:00 p.m. Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the project and turned it over to the planner for a formal presentation. Associate Planner Resendiz presented the Staff Report. The applicant is requesting design review consideration fora "conventionally" built, five (5) unit residential aparhnent complex and associated improvements located at the northwest corner of Pottery and Lindsay Streets, APN No. 374-042-022. The proposed five (5) unit residential development will be available for rent only and will be subject to the provisions of the recorded CC&R's. The project will include five (5) attached two (2) story dwelling units and attached garages, common areas, private yard areas and related improvements. Each dwelling unit will be approximately 1,349 square feet and will include three (3) bedrooms, a living room, a dining room, a kitchen and two and one half (2 1/2) bathrooms. The .32 acre project site is located on the northwest side of Pottery Street and Lindsay Street within an area identified as the "Historic Elsinore" Overlay District, more specifically identified as within the Medium Density Residential (MD AREA 6) land use area and Assessor Parcel Number(s) 374-042-022. Planner Resendiz concluded for stating that, pursuant to the Historic Elsinore Architectural Design Guidelines, the proposed architectural design of the homes can be identified as "Mission" style architecture. To accomplish this, the applicant has incorporated such elements as red roof tiles, stucco walls, recessed window and door openings, and wood accents along the roof lines, arcade wing walls, low pitch roof angles, and decorative wrought iron work for the windows. Applicant Salvador Ayala with Peakside Development stated his name and address and agreed with all Conditions of Approval and with the removal of Condition of Approval Numbers 42 and 43. PAGE 13 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Community Development Director Preisendanz addressed two (2) Conditions of Approval and requested to add language to these Conditions. 1) Add signage (3 x 3). 2) Condition of Approval Item No. 32, CC & R's. Community Development Director Preisendanz requested that Deputy Attorney Santana explain the addition to the Conditions of Approval relative to the CC&R's. Deputy Attorney Santana responded by stating that she would like to add two (2) sentences to the end of the condition: 1) The CC & R's shall identify the City of Lake Elsinore as an expressed third party beneficiary, and the City of Lake Elsinore shall have the right but not the obligation to enforce the CC&Rs for the project. Deputy Attorney Santana went on to say that this is for the protection of the project in the event that there is an Annexation or a Deannexation from the project or if the Property Owner's Association dissolves and the City does have the power to come in and make sure that the property is maintained properly. She also stated that condition of approval No. 57 read as follows: 1) The applicant shall place a weather proof 3 ft. x 3 ft. sign at the entrance to the project site identifying the approved days and hours of construction activity and if anyone needs to lodge complaints they are directed to call the City of Lake Elsinore, Code Enforcement Division, phone number (951) 674-3124. Chairman O'Neal asked the applicant if he agreed with the Conditions of Approval Applicant Salvador Ayala stated that he agreed with the Conditions of Approval. Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing at 7:07 p.m. Chairman O'Neal stated that he had a question for Engineering Manager Seumalo before he asked for Planning Commissioner Comments. He continued by asking Engineer Seumalo, the status of Pottery Street Bridge because the traffic does affect the people that live in the area. Engineer Seumalo responded by stating that he did not know there were plans for a Pottery Street Bridge. He did say he would put it on the unfunded Capital Improvement Program list and look for funding to have it constructed. Plannine Commissioner Comments Commissioner Zanelli had no questions. PAGE 14 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Commissioner Flores had no questions. Commissioner Mendoza had no questions. Vice Chair Gonzales said Pottery Street Bridge was there in 1980 when the floods came. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-Q TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-117, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING FINDINGS THAT THE PROJECT KNOWN AS RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW 2006-06 (R 2006) IS CONSISTENT WITH THE MULTI- SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN (MSHCP). MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-118, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2006-06 FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A FIVE (5) UNIT NEW RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AND ASSOCIATED IMPROVEMENTS. STAFF COMMENTS Engineer Seumalo stated that regarding Railroad Canyon Road slope repair, corrected Plans are expected from the geo technical engineer on Monday and that the project will be advertised as soon as they get documents in order. He also stated that there is a sidewalk construction project that is based on Senate Bill 821 and in conjunction with CDBG funds and that these sidewalks are located throughout the city, including Summerhill and that Engineering staff applied for a Grant which was awarded. Project will start in early November. Regarding Grand/Ortega, Engineering Manager Seumalo is hoping to hand deliver corrected Plans on Wednesday, October 18 to Cal Trans and will stay at Cal Trans until he receives a permit. Associate Planner Resendiz had no comments. Senior Planner Harris had no comments. Associate Planner Carlson had no comments. PAGE 15 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Planning Manager Tom Weiner introduced Kristine Herrington to the Planning Commission, as the new Office Specialist III, and stated that she will be handling the administrative duties, and will also be attending the Planning Commission meetings and will generate the meeting minutes. Community Development Director Preisendanz said at a recent Planning Commission, there was an inquiry about Planning Commission's compensation. He went on to say that with the City Attorney's help, in Section 2.24 of the Municipal Code, the Planning Commission compensation is set by City Council Resolution, with the most recent Resolution being adjusted in 1984 which set the current compensation at $50.00 a meeting. He went on to state that in order to increase the compensation the City Council would have to approve a Resolution specifying the amount to be paid and that if the Commission desires to increase the compensation, Community Development Director Preisendanz said he would be more than happy to prepare a Staff Report and Resolution requesting City Council consideration of an increase in compensation. He concluded by stated that he would need direction from the Planning Commission tonight or next meeting. Deputy City Attorney Santana welcomed Office Specialist Herrington. Commissioner Zanelli thanked Justin for his work on the Larson Street project, and that staff really needs to look at amending the code to eliminate septic systems for any new construction in the city. Commissioner Zanelli also asked Engineering Manager Seumalo as to what it will take to get the project moving to widen the road at Canyon Estates Drive. Engineering Manager Seumalo responded by stating that Staff has been discussing the need for widening the road and it comes down to a philosophical evaluation. He went on to say, CALTRANS in their evaluation, in the improvement of Railroad Canyon Road has included an interchange at Franklin, as well as a bridge over Interstate 15 at Malaga if we include that as a Railroad Canyon Road Interstate system, part of the system will be Canyon Estates Drive. The General Plan identifies four (4) lanes which can carry quite a bit of traffic. At a minimum, the Engineering Division wants to widen one (1) more lane to provide left turn protection or they will widen it to four (4) full lanes. The timing of this will be in conjunction with CALTRANS; therefore, the Engineering Division is looking two (2) years down the road. Commissioner Zanelli commented that the sooner the better to get this done, or the project will get behind. Engineering Manager Seumalo agreed. Chairman O'Neal asked each Planning Commissioner how long they spend outside of the Planning Commission meeting to prepared? PAGE 16 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 Commissioner Zanelli responded by stating that he spends six (6) or eight (8) hours on reviewing projects and that the projects come to him on Friday afternoon, and he would like to get the projects sooner so he can get a background on it, rather than sift through tons of paperwork in a few days. Community Development Director Preisendanz said he would schedule a regulaz meeting for each Commissioner to review the projects that come in and the issues that relate to those projects. Commissioner Flores thanked the Staff for the information regarding Lazson Street. The septic system was a great concern. He also indicated that he thought more material would be needed when the septic systems come about and that there is sufficient percolation in the surrounding homes which includes wells. There are a lot of wells in the area. He also stated that, if you're going to construct the septic system, you have to make sure it is a distance from the well supply, or you will run into problems. Commissioner Flores stated he spends hours reviewing projects. Depending on the project, some projects take six (6) hours, and others could take 14 hours or more. Commissioner Mendoza thanked Senior Planner Harris for researching the Amendment in the General Plan changes. He also requested the package be delivered a little earlier, Thursday night, or Friday morning instead of Friday afternoon. He suggested deleting additional topics. He stated that he does appreciate all of the hazd work. He concluded by stating that he spends a minimum of 6 hours reviewing projects, and on the last project, he spent 14 hours reviewing it. Vice Chair Gonzales stated he spends a lot of hours going over the projects. He also tries to visit the sites, if at all possible. Vice Chair Gonzales stated that when he joined the Planning Commission in February of 2005, they approved a gated condominium area behind Grape Street and asked Engineering Manager Seumalo when this project is supposed to start? Engineering Manager Seumalo responded by stating that that the Processing Developer is looking for someone to sell it to. He met with him two (2) weeks ago, and they presented erosion control and drainage control proposals to keep it in an interim condition and won't see anything happening for three (3) months to one (1) yeaz. Vice Chair Gonzales asked Engineering Manager Seumalo if there will be sewers put in at Gunderson. Engineering Manager Seumalo stated it is one (1) project with two (2) manufactured homes in which the Water District required the developer to install a sewer main at their cost and PAGE 17 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -OCTOBER 17, 2006 enter into a reimbursement agreement, located on Gunderson going towards Lakeshore Drive. The cost is approximately $250,000. Chairman O'Neal indicated that he does spend a substantial amount of time reviewing projects and does recommend as a group, an increase of the amount of money that the Commissioners do get paid. He wanted to say that he does recognize they are doing a public service and there is something to say about giving back to your community, but it is a lot of time spent doing so. Commissioner Flores was not concerned about the monetary part of it, but does think the Chairman deserves a step above in pay compared to the rest of the Commissioners because of the added burden of being the Chairman. Chairman O'Neal said he would prefer to accept the same pay as the rest of the Commissioners. Community Development Director Preisendanz stated he would bring a proposal back to the next meeting of what compensation would be appropriate for the Planning Commission. ADJOURNMENT THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ADJOURNED THF. MF.F,TTNC. AT 7:35 PM. Respectfully Submitted, Kris Herrington Office Specialist III ATTEST: Rolfe Preisendanz, Director of Community Development