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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Reso 2023-05 CDR 2022-01 Two Drive-Through Restaurants Building Design & Improvements APNs 347-130-033, 347-130-034, & 347-130-035RESOLUTION NO. 2023-05 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2022-01 PROVIDING BUILDING DESIGN AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR TWO DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANTS TO BE LOCATED AT APNS: 347-130- 033, 347-130-034 and 347-130-035 Whereas, Gabriela Marks, Marks Architects, has filed an application with the City of Lake Elsinore (City) requesting approval of Planning Application No. 2021-25 (Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-01, Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-24, and Commercial Design Review No. 2022-01) to construct and operate two drive-through restaurants (2,646 sq. ft. and 624 sq. ft., respectively) on adjacent parcels in the Ramsgate Specific Plan. The project site is located on the northwest side of Highway 74, southeast of North Frontage Road and bisected by El Toro Cut Off Road in the Ramsgate Specific Plan. (APNs: 347-130-033; 347-130-034; 347-130-035); and Whereas, pursuant to Section 17.415.050 (Major Design Review) of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC), the Planning Commission (Commission) has the responsibility of reviewing and approving, conditionally approving, or denying design review applications; and, Whereas, on February 21, 2023, at a duly noticed Public Hearing, the Commission has considered evidence presented by the Community Development Department and other interested parties with respect to this item. NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS: Section 1: The Commission has reviewed and analyzed the proposed project pursuant to the California Planning and Zoning Laws (Cal. Gov. Code §§ 59000 et seq.), the Lake Elsinore General Plan (GP), and the LEMC and finds and determines that the proposed project is consistent with the requirements of California Planning and Zoning Law and with the goals and policies of the GP, the Ramsgate Specific Plan and the LEMC. Section 2: The Commission finds that the proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §§21000 et seq.: “CEQA”) and the CEQA Guidelines (14 C.C.R. §§ 15000 et seq.) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 In-fill Development Projects because the project (a) is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations, (b) the site of the proposed development is within city limits on a project site of less than five acres substantially surrounded by urban uses, (c) the project site has no value as habitat for endangered, rare or threatened species, (d) the project will not result in any significant effects relating to traffic, noise, air quality, or water quality, and (e) the site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. Section 3: That in accordance with Section 17.415.050.G of the LEMC, the Commission makes the following findings regarding Commercial Design Review No. 2022-01: 1. The project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of the General Plan and the zoning district in which the project is located. DocuSign Envelope ID: B7A2ECD8-55AD-402F-8C88-D810549356CF PC Reso. No. 2023-05 Page 2 of 3 The project site is located in the Ramsgate Specific Plan and has a land use designation of Commercial. This designation is primarily intended to accommodate a shopping area that provides convenience goods and services for the residential neighborhoods. Pursuant to Section 9.2 of the Ramsgate Specific Plan, fast food restaurants including drive- throughs are permitted subject to approval of a use permit. Therefore, the proposed drive-through fast food establishments are consistent with the commercial designation of the subject site as described in the General Plan. The proposed commercial project will assist in achieving the development of a well-balanced and functional mix of residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational and institutional land uses. 2. The Project complies with the design directives contained in the LEMC and all applicable provisions of the LEMC. The project is appropriate to the site and surrounding developments. The architectural design of the proposed buildings conforms to the Nonresidential Development Standards (Chapter 17.112) of the LEMC. Sufficient setbacks and enhanced onsite landscaping have been provided thereby creating interest and varying vistas as a person moves along abutting streets. The architecture has been designed to achieve harmony and compatibility with the surrounding area. The colors and materials proposed will assist in blending the architecture into the existing landscape and are compatible with other colors and materials used on other properties near the project site. In addition, safe and efficient circulation has been achieved onsite. 3. Conditions and safeguards pursuant to Section 17.415.050.G.3 of the LEMC, including guarantees and evidence of compliance with conditions, have been incorporated into the approval of the Project to ensure development of the property in accordance with the objectives of Section 17.415.050. Pursuant to Section 17.415.050.E of the LEMC, the project was considered by the Planning Commission at a duly noticed Public Hearing held on February 21, 2023. The project, as reviewed and conditioned by all applicable City divisions, departments and agencies, will not have a significant effect on the environment. Section 4: Based upon the evidence presented, the above findings, and the Conditions of Approval imposed upon the project, the Commission hereby approves Commercial Design Review No. 2022-01. Section 5: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. Passed and Adopted at a regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, this 21st day of February 2023. Matthew Dobler, Chairman DocuSign Envelope ID: B7A2ECD8-55AD-402F-8C88-D810549356CF PC Reso. No. 2023-05 Page 3 of 3 Attest: ___________________________________ Damaris Abraham, Interim Assistant Community Development Director STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss. CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ) I, Damaris Abraham, Interim Assistant Community Development Director of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, hereby certify that Resolution No. 2023-05 was adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, at a regular meeting held February 21, 2023 and that the same was adopted by the following vote: AYES: Commissioners Klaarenbeek and Peters; Chair Dobler NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Commissioner Gray; Vice Chair Carroll Damaris Abraham, Interim Assistant Community Development Director DocuSign Envelope ID: B7A2ECD8-55AD-402F-8C88-D810549356CF