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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPA 2018-78 - Exhibit E CDR Resolution (2)RESOLUTION NO. 2020-___ A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2018-16 PROVIDING BUILDING DESIGN AND RELATED IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE LAKE STREET STORAGE PROJECT LOCATED AT APN: 390-130-018 Whereas, Roland Clark, Lake Street Properties, LP has filed an application with the City of Lake Elsinore (City) requesting approval of Planning Application No. 2018-78 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 37550, Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-22, and Commercial Design Review No. 2018-16) to subdivide the 14.44-acre site into four (4) parcels ranging in size from 0.54 acres to 11.65 acres. The Project also proposes to construct a 3,528 square foot (SF) convenience store, one (1) covered fuel canopy with six (6) fuel pumps, which could serve 12 vehicles, and two (2) underground storage tanks on Parcel 1. An 80,000 SF, single-story indoor recreational vehicle (RV) and boat storage facility, with 24,000 SF of mezzanine and 192 surface RV parking spaces partially covered with three (3) canopies with solar panels is proposed on Parcel 2. Parcel 3 will have a 14-stall parking lot with vehicle access. No development is proposed on Parcel 4. Hardscape, landscape, on-site stormwater management improvements, monument sign, a trash enclosure, area lighting, and bicycle parking would be constructed as part of the Proposed Project. The proposed Project is located at the southeasterly corner of Interstate-15 and Lake Street (APN 390-130-018); and, Whereas, pursuant to Section 17.415.050 (Major Design Review) of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code (LEMC), the Planning Commission (Commission) has been delegated with the responsibility of making recommendations to the City Council (Council) pertaining to design reviews; and, Whereas, on February 18, 2020 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), the Alberhill Ranch Specific Plan (ARSP), 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, and the LEMC. Section 2: On February 18, 2020, after consideration and evaluation of all written reports and comments and oral testimony presented by the Community Development Department and other City departments, property owners, residents and other interested parties and such other matters as are reflected in the record of the noticed Public Hearing on the Project, the Commission adopted a resolution finding and determining that the Mitigated Negative Declaration (ER 2019 - 02) (SCH No. 2020010164) is adequate and is prepared in accordance with the requirements of CEQA. 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. 2018-16: PC Reso. No. 2020-____ Page 2 of 3 1. The Project, as approved, will comply with the goals and objectives of the General Plan, Specific Plan and the Zoning District in which the Project is located. The Project is located within the Commercial-Specific Plan (C-SP) district of the Alberhill Ranch Specific Plan (ARSP) that is intended to accommodate mixed-use development projects within a freeway orientation. The predominant uses would be retail and service commercial in conjunction with business park types of uses, such as research and development, limited manufacturing, office and administrative uses. The proposed project is proposing develop a service station with a convenience store and an indoor recreational vehicle storage facility. The proposed Project is consistent with the provisions of the ARSP. The ARSP was subject to a consistency finding with the General Plan prior to adoption. Therefore, the Project is found to be consistent with the General Plan. The Project complies with the goals and objectives of the General Plan because it will assist in achieving the development of a well-balanced and functional mix of residential, commercial, industrial, open space, recreational, and institutional land uses. The Project will serve to diversify and expand Lake Elsinore’s economic base. 2. The Project complies with the design directives contained in the General Plan and all other applicable provisions of the LEMC. The Project is appropriate to the site and surrounding developments and blends in with the surrounding industrial development. Sufficient setbacks and enhanced onsite landscaping have been provided thereby creating interest and varying vistas as a person moves along abutting streets and within the park. The Project will create a visually pleasing, non- detractive relationship between the proposed development and existing projects through the use of a ‘Contemporary’ architectural design that is similar to existing developments in the vicinity. 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 18, 2020. 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 all of the evidence presented, the above findings, and the conditions of approval imposed upon the Project, the Commission hereby recommends that the Council approve Commercial Design Review No. 2018-16. Section 5: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. Passed and Adopted on this 18th day of February, 2020. Michael Carroll, Chairman PC Reso. No. 2020-____ Page 3 of 3 Attest: ___________________________________ Justin Kirk, Assistant Community Development Director STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss. CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE ) I, Justin Kirk, Assistant Community Development Director of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, hereby certify that Resolution No. 2020-__ was adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, at a regular meeting held on the 18th day of February, 2020 and that the same was adopted by the following vote: AYES NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Justin Kirk, Assistant Community Development Director