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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-05-2016 NAH,.i) l---::.:-=-: \ffii f,r".*, -:*,r rr City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 5, 2016 CALL TO ORDER The Meeting was Called to Order at 6:02p.m. by Chairman Jordan. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chair Armit. ROLL CALL Present: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray Also Present: City Attorney Mann, Community Development Director Taylor, Principal Planner Kirk and Office Specialist Wells CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 1) Approval of Minutes - January 5th and 19th, Febru ary 2, 2016 Motion by Vice Chair Armit, second by Commissioner Gray, to approve the minutes. AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray NOES: None ABSENT. None ABSTAIN:None PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S} 2) COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW 2015-07 - A Request bv Elsinore Valley Cemeterv for the Approval of a Proposed 7,925 Square Foot New Chapel and Office Located in an Existinq Cemetery. The Public Hearing was opened at 6:07p.m. Principal Planner Justin Kirk presented project description of a Commercial Design Review to the Planning Commission. He said the applicant is requesting approval for the construction of a 7,950 single story chapel, administrative office and related improvements for the Elsinore Valley Cemetery District. The proposed development includes 53,936 SF of landscaping areas, 7,950 SF of building areas, and 53,936 SF of hardscape areas. The applicant has not proposed any signage at this time. i- i li L'tl The project is located within both the Public and lnstitutional and M-2 General lndustrial zoning designations. The project meets all applicable development standards for the M-2 District. Kirk provided a description of the proposed project, height, design, and site plan. The project consists of the development of a 7,950 single story chapel and administrative office and related improvements for the Elsinore Valley Cemetery District located on four subdivided lots. The design incorporates a traditional civic design and incorporates a varied roof line, exposed wooden beams to demarcate the entry points, recessed windows, and light fixtures. The site plan incorporates functional parking lot and access points within the site. The landscape plan has been designed to create a sense of place and to screen the parking areas. The landscape material rs drought tolerant and selected to the areas climate. The property has a dual General Plan and Zoning land use designation of Public and lnstitutional and Limited lndustrial, the City will work with the property to appropriately change the split designations into a single designation of Public and lnstitutional as part of the next General Plan Amendment Analysis. The infill development has been found consistent with the General Plan and Municipal Code. The design is found to be of a high quality and will provide an appropriate addition to the adjacent land uses. The Design Review Committee that includes staff from Planning, Building and Safety, Fire, and Engineering have reviewed the requested Design Review application, and support the proposed application. Appropriate Conditions of Approval have been included that would mitigate any potential issues associated with the future development and establishment of use. Kirk concluded his presentation and asked there were any questions. Commissioner Ray said there were a few inconsistencies in the staff report and would like for them to be corrected and continued at another meeting. Kirk suggested not continuing item to another meeting and recommended approval but he will bring project back as a consent calendar item on the next Planning Commission meeting with updated exhibits. James Mickartz the applicant stated he and the District Manager, Denise Enoch were available for any questions related to the project. He said he would work with Kirk on getting staff report cleaned up. Chairman Jordan closed the Public Hearing at 6:25p.m. There was no further actionable discussion on the project. Motion by Vice Chair Armit, second by Chairman Jordan to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-27. A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, Recommending that the City Council of the City of Lake Elsinore Adopt Findings that Commercial Design Review No. 2015-07 ls Consistent with the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP). AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None Motion by Chairman Jordan, second by Commissioner Gray to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-28 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. 2015-07 for the Development of a 7,950 (SF) Single Story Chapel and Administrative Office and Related lmprovements Located at Assessor Parcel Number 377-090-036*(final approval with the updated APN's and addresses, will be approved via consent calendar on the April 19, 2016 Planning Commission Meeting) AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None 3) Residential Desiqn Review No. 2016-03: A request bv Woodside Homes for the aporoval of buildinq design and construction of 59 sinqle familv residential units located within Tract 31920-9 of the Summerlv Development of the East Lake Specific Plan (APN: 371 -040-01 1) The Public Hearing was opened at 6:33 p.m. Kirk presented description of Residential Design Review. Kirk explained the applicant Brandon Collins with Woodside Homes is requesting approval of building designs for 59 singleJamily detached residential units in the East Lake Specific Plan Amendment No. 6 area (Tract 31920-09), including a new model complex and related improvements. The project is located within Tract 31920-13 of the Summerly Development of the East Lake Specific Plan. Kirk explained various design components and features of the proposed project, including floor plans, architecture, model home complex, preliminary plotting of production units, and the conceptual wall and fence plan. The proposed 59-unit project would offer three different plans. The Architecture styles and treatments include Cottage, Ranch and Spanish style. The proposed model home complex will feature all plans and will be located on lots 20, 21, and 22. The complex provides a designated handicap access space, full landscape and hardscape improvements, trees, and shrubs. Building, Engineering, and Fire staff have reviewed the requested Design Review application and have conditioned the project to mitigate any concerns. Overall the proposed project as designed and conditioned will provide a high quality and complimentary housing option to the Summerly Development. Michael Jaggels with Woodside Homes said that they have agreed to the Condition's and is available for questions. There were no members of the public appearing to comment. There being no further response to the Chair's invitation to speak, the Public Hearing was declared closed at 6:43 p.m. There was no fudher actionable discussion on this project. Motion by Chairman Jordan, second by Vice Chair Armit to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-29; A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ADOPT FINDINGS THAT RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2016-03 IS CONSISTENT WITH THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT coNSERVATTON PLAN (MSHCP). AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray NOES. None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None Motion by Vice Chair Armit, second by Commissioner Ray to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-30; 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 RESIDENTIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2016.03 PROVIDING BUILDING DESIGNS FOR 64 SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING UNITS AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS, FOR TRACT NO.31920-13, LOCATED IN THE SUMMERLY DEVELOPMENT AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray, Commissioner Ray NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None 4) Specific Plan Amendment 2016-01 (Summerlv) and Tentative Tract Map 31920 Modification: A Request bv DMB Pacific Ventures for the Approval of an Erratum to the East Lake Specific Plan Amendment #6 to Chanqe the Land Use Desiqnation of Parcel 18 of TTM 31920 to RES-2 From RES-1. Modifications to a Development Standards for the RES-2 Desiqnation. and a Modification to Tentative Tract Map 31920 to Subdivide Lot 18 lnto 95 Residential Lots (APN:371-270-004) The public Hearing was opened at 6.45 p.m. Kirk presented a brief description of Specific Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Map 31920 Revision. He explained the applicant is requesting approval of Specific Plan Amendment #6 for the change in land use designation of lot 1B from RES-1 to RES-2, revises the lot boundary between lots 18 and 19, and the modification of development standards. Tentative Tract Map 31920 Revision subdivides lot 18 into 95 residential lots. He provided Commissioner's with information to location of project on maps illustrative. He provided a background of the East Lake Specific Plan (ELSP) The ELSP was adopted by the City in 1993 and originally included 3,000 acres that would allow for a total of up to 9,000 dwelling units. There have been 10 subsequent amendments to the Specific Plan that were approved and adopted. Kirk explained all amendments. He went over and clarified Boundary Revisions, Development Standard Revisions and Tentative Tract Map Revisions. As well as ESLP RES-1 and RES-2 standards and uses ESLP originally established 1,955 residential lots within the Summerly Community, this was increased to 1 ,979 resrdential lots as part of SPA 10. Throughout the development of the Summerly Community, the total number of residential lots either subdivided or included in a phase of a TTM 31920 is 1 ,500. The change in the land use of lot 1B would permit a total of 182 residential lots. The actual mapping of the units has limited the site to a total of g5 dwelling units. The total number residential lots at build out would be 1,595, consistent with the total number of residential lots approved. Kirk informed Planning Commission that Lot 18 was originally identified as RES-'1 and had an overlay designation of a school site. The City was provided documentation that the School District has abandoned the site in its future planning for a school, therefore reverting the land use designation back to its original RES-1 designation. The land use designation change of Lot 18 from RES-1 to RES-2 results in an increase in density of development. The revisions to development standards help to clarify existing standards for RES-2 and create a functional small lot single family dwelling unit configuration. The modified standards of RES-2 would be limited to Lot 1B and any future modification to the land use designation of any undeveloped areas of the Summerly Community would be required to amend the Specific Plan, which would be analyzed for any potential impacts or incompatibilities with the surrounding residential community. Kirk concluded his presentation and stated that there are a lot of parts to this project and with the Errata staff was trying to get a specific set of development standards in a document that could be applied as the Residential Design Review moving forward. The City is going through revisions and an update to consolidate all of the amendments to the East Lake Specific Plan into one cohesive document that represents what the city envisions for development. Jordan questioned if the residential setback requirements should be showing a zero lot line and should the exhibit be revised to show what a zero lot line plotting would look like. Kirk suggested an addition of a figure nine to delineate a zero lot line Condition of Approval to mirror the same kind of discussion that clearly states what a zero lot line condition is. Commissioner Ray stated the word Erratum would be an incorrect indication of what the document is trying to do. Erratum means that an error is being corrected. Addendum No. 6 is not a correction and that wording needs to be changed. Kirk recommended to change the wording to Amendment No. 6 A. The final document will read: East Lake Specific Plan Amendment No. 6 A. Commissioner Ray agreed. The applicant Brian Milich with DMB Pacific Ventures representing Summerly spoke to Planning Commission and gave them a brief presentation of the Summerly Unit 24 project. He provided thorough description and illustrations of project. Milich said the bulk of the buyers are looking for affordable priced homes that can accommodate a growing family. The Community will provide facilities to accommodate different types of activities for the people of this Community. Commissioner Ray questioned how Summerly came up 95 lots. Milich explained that the 47 X75 foot lots allow for a house with up to five bedrooms, an ample backyard, an attractive street scene and a wide enough frontage of the home. By establishing the lot dimensions, they set their engineer and land planner to go forward and decide what ihe right street pattern and configuration. Commissioner Ray asked if Milich if they would be willing to do 87 lots instead of the g5 proposed lots because the ELSP talks about trying to maintain larger lot sizes. Ray explained that introducing lot 18 section that accommodates an average of 3,500 sq. ft. they are adjusting a none code required green space or open space to accommodate the 95. lf they did 87 lots they would not have to go through an amendment process. Milich replied that it was carefully looked at it and they have met all requirements. Their desire is not to build fewer units, the units proposed are needed to support the upgraded facilities being provided for the residents and they felt it was a fair trade off. Commissioner Gray said this project was very impressive. Commissioner Ray would like 87 lots. The Commissioners discussed number of lots. Chairman Jordan stated she understands Ray's comments but the developer should be allowed the flexibility to be able to make modifications based on the market and they have met all their requirements. There was no fu(her actionable discussion regarding this project. The Public Hearing was declared closed at 7 .26 p.m. Motion by Chairman Jordan, second by Commissioner Gray to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-31; 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 SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 20,16-01. AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray NOES: Commissioner Ray ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None Motion by Commissioner Gray, second by Vice Chair Armit to Adopt Resolution No. 2016-32; 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 A MODIFICATION TO TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 31920, SUBJECT TO THE RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL -SUBJECT TO THE RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL WITH THE ADDITION FOR NUMBER NINE AND A CHANGE FROM THE TITLE OF THE SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT FROM AN ERRATUM TO SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 6 a. AYES: Chairman Jordan, Vice Chair Armit, Commissioner Gray NOES: Commissioner Ray ABSENT: None ABSTAIN:None 5) Commercial Desiqn Review 201'1-03. Conditional Use Permit 201'1-03, Conditional Use Permit 2012-06, Commercial Desiqn Review 2016-03, and Tentative Parcel Map 35869: A Commercial Mixed Use and Recreation Proiect, Which Will Be Located on Two (2) Separate Parcels, which are Located Within 200'of Each Other. The "Proiect" Consists of The Beach Resort and Beach Park. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:51 p.m. Kirk presented a brief description of Wakerider Resort and Park located at 15172 Grand Avenue. The applicant is requesting approval of multiple entitlement to allow the construction and operation of a lake side Polynesian themed resort and camping park. The beach resort would consist of a mixed use development rncluding a hotel, restaurant, and coffee shop. The beach park would consist of the development of a camping facility, boat launch, and maintenance building. Kirk explained there are five separate entitlement encompassing, tvvo entitlements are a park component of the project and three are on the resort component of the project. They are on noncontiguous parcels and are being entitled separately and conditioned separately, they are functionally operating as one project. The Beach Resort consist of five buildings totaling 65,335 square feet, with associated on-site and off-site improvements, including hardscape and landscaping. There will be three buildings, 50 suite hotel with a swimming pool, a restaurant and a dock. The resort has a General Plan land use designations of Commercial Mixed Use and Recreational. The uses located in the R General Plan designation are not habitable and therefore not subject to the FAR requirements and recreational in nature, which is consistent with the designation. The resort is located in the Lake Edge district, which promotes increased recreational usage of the lake and encourages the development of recreational commercial land uses. The resort is promotes recreational uses and will provide increased amenities on lake and with the use of the dock will provide a dining opportunities for those using the lake. The resort is found to be consrstent with the General Plan. The Zoning designation of CMU and R. Uses in the R district have been limited to active recreational uses, which are subject to the approval of a Conditronal Use Permit. The proposed project meets all development standards of the CMU district. The Beach Park improvements include: a dock, boat launch ramp, 484 square foot bathhouse, 1,584 square foot garage with storage, picnic tables BBQ grills and landscaping. The Park property will be gated with card key access solely for resort patrons. The park has a General Plan land use designation of CMU and R. No structures are proposed in the R General Plan land use designation except for the boat launch and a floating dock. An emphasis of commercial uses is recommended. The resort is located in the Lake Edge district, which promotes increased recreational usage of the lake and encourages the development of recreational commercial land uses. The park would include a new boat launch, camp srtes, and other recreational uses. The park is found to be consrstent with the General Plan. The projects architectural style of a Polynesian resort theme has been designed in a high quality manner and uses materials and color scheme consistent with the style. lt will be carried through all the buildings associated with it. Kirk concluded his presentation. Commissioner Ray stated he did not think the 6ft. CMU wall currently slated for this project was sufficient. He suggested that staff should investigate adding a wall Bft. or higher, due to light and noise or any other impacts this project may create. Gary Daugherty the Architect of the project said he was available to listen to concerns and questions from Planning Commissron and Residents so he can have prepared to give a presentation at the next public hearing. Commissioner Ray stated hrs concerns with parking requirements. Kirk acknowledged Ray's concerns and said that staff is working with applicant for a parking plan. Steve Driscoll, President of Serena Shore Home Association spoke on behalf of residents of the Community who are against this project. Residents: Cindy Driscoll, Shellie Kulaga, Bob Roggenbuck and Renee Garofano also spoke of concerns regarding this project. Commissioners discussed project and any concerns and are looking forward to presentation at the next meeting. There was no further discussion on this project. STAFF COMMENTS Community Development Director Taylor advised Commissioner's there are more projects to come. Principal Planner Kirk advised Commissioners of future projects for next PC Meeting. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Vice Chair Armit asked staff to keep Planning Commission informed of any potential projects in the City. Commissioner Gray stated he appreciated the public comments on future projects. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Jordan adjourned at 9:15p.m. to the next regular Planning Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at the Cultural Center, 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore,cA 92530