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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-05-2017CITY OF. LAKE C LSIHOkE DJUMA QMLEME City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, December 5, 2017 CALL TO ORDER A Regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore was held in the Cultural Center, 185 North Main Street, on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 6:01 p.m. by Chairman Gray. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Armit. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Armit, Carroll and Klaarenbeek; Chairman Gray and Vice -Chair Ross PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON AGENDIZED ITEMS — 3 MINUTES There were no members of the public appearing to speak. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 1) Planning Application No. 2017-47 Pa a e's - Development of a 2,500 sq. ft. Fast-food Restaurant with a Drive-through located within the Lake Elsinore Marketplace Shopping Center. The Public Hearing was opened at 6:02 p.m. Commissioner Carroll disclosed that he had a financial conflict with this project and recused himself. Administrative Clerk Wells affirmed receipt of Proof of Publication and noted that correspondence had been received. Senior Planner Abraham presented the Staff Report. Commissioner Klaarenbeek had questions regarding the entrance and accessibility on path of travel. Abraham said that she would make sure the details would be covered in the Conditions with the building official. The Commissioners discussed the path of travel and would like to add a Condition of Approval regarding directional striping of the adjacent drive isle to ensure adequate circulation is maintained. Don Howells representing the applicant thanked the Planning Commission There were no members of the public appearing to comment. There being no further response to the Chairman's invitation to speak, the Public Hearing was declared closed at 6:08 p.m. It was moved by Commissioner Armit, seconded by Commissioner Klaarenbeek noting the recusal of Commissioner Carroll to adopt the Resolutions. Resolution 2017-96: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPT FINDINGS THAT PLANNING APPLICATION NO. 2017-47 (CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2017-16 AND COMMERICAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2017-10) IS CONSISTENT WITH THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY MULTIPLE SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN (MSHCP); and, It was moved by Commissioner Klaarenbeek, seconded by Vice -Chair Ross noting the recusal of Commissioner Carroll to adopt the Resolutions. Resolution 2017-97: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2017-16 TO ESTABLISH A 2,500 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT WITH A DRIVE-THROUGH LOCATED WITHIN THE LAKE ELSINORE MARKETPLACE (APN: 377-040-034); and, *with added Condition of Approval No. 29 to require directional striping adjacent to the Popeye to restrict flow into one direction as to not create adverse traffic impacts on the surrounding businesses, and the renumerated Conditions No. 29 through all. It was moved by Vice -Chair Ross, seconded by Commissioner Armit noting the recusal of Commissioner Carroll to adopt the Resolutions. Resolution 2017-98: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVE COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2017-10 PROVIDING BUILDING DESIGN AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR A 2,500 SQUARE FOOT RESTAURANT WITH A DRIVE-THROUGH LOCATED WITHIN THE LAKE ELSINORE MARKETPLACE (APN: 377-040-034). *with the added Condition of Approval No. 29, as previously stated. 2) Planning Application No. 2016-58 (Lakeview Manor) - Development of a 104 -unit Condominium Complex located within Eleven Two-story Buildinas. There were no conflict of Interest disclosures. Administrative Clerk Wells affirmed receipt of Proof of Publication and noted that correspondence had been received. Senior Planner Abraham presented the Staff Report. She concluded that staff received two letters regarding the project, from Sandy Devine and Pechanga Tribe with concerns of mitigation measures. Staff is requesting that the project be continued to the January 16, 2018 Planning Commission Hearing, so that it would provide additional time to analyze the letter and address the comments received. Principal Planner Kirk explained that the Project was noticed as a Public Hearing and recommended taking testimony from any Party that was present, then continuing the meeting date specifically. The Public Hearing was opened at 6:21 p.m. Attorney Mann explained that there would also be an opportunity to speak at the continued Public Hearing if the Commission chooses to continue the matter. Page 2 of 4 The architect Peng Jiang spoke to the Planning Commission about the Project. Appearing to speak was: Albert Smith, Sandy Devine and Karen Lang. Principal Planner Kirk responded to the concerns of those appearing to speak. It was moved by Chairman Gray, seconded by Commissioner Armit, and carried to Continue the meeting to January 16, 2018. BUSINESS ITEM(S) 3) Use Determination - A Use Determination Request by the Outlets Center regarding Athletic Fitness Facilities. Principal Planner Kirk provided a brief overview of the use of the Project. The Commissioners discussed the details and the use of the Project. It was moved by Commissioner Armit, seconded by Commissioner Klaarenbeek, and carried to approve the Business item. 4) PA -2017-53 Jack in the Box - A Proposed 1,996 S.F. Fast Food Restaurant with A Drive-Thru Lane and Related Site Improvements. Principal Planner Kirk provided an overview of the item. He explained that staff is trying to get some direction on the architecture of the Project. The Commissioners discussed design of the Project and provided their suggestions on adding additional planting cooler color pallet and architectural projection. Staff was satisfied with the Commissioners recommendations. STAFF COMMENTS Kirk advised the Commissioners that the December 19, 2017 and January 2, 2018 Meetings would be cancalled. Community Development Director Taylor advised the Commissoners that the Cannabis Ordinance and the East Lake Specific Plan were approved at the November 28, 2017 Council Meeting. COMMISSIONERS' COMMENTS Commissioner Armit wished everyone a Merry Christmas and thanked staff and fellow Commissioners for a great year. Commissioner Klaarenbeek said that it has been a great year and he wished everyone a Merry Christmas. Commissioner Carroll wished everyone a Merry Christmas. He thanked staff for everything they do. Vice -Chair Ross thanked staff and wished them a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and keep up the good work. Chairman Gray also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and stated that he appreciates all the Page 3 of 4 members of the public that attend the Planning Commission meetings and offer their input. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:04 p.m. to Tuesday, January 16, 2018, at the Cultural Center, 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530. John ay Chair J Just'n Kirk Planning Commission Secretary Page 4 of 4