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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 01-14-02 MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 14, 2002 A HOUSING ELEMENT WORKSHOP WAS HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 6:00 P.M. THE HOUSING ELEMENT DEFINES THE CITY'S FIVE-YEAR STRATEGY TO PRESERVE AND ENHANCE THE COMMUNITY'S CHARACTER; EXPANDS HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE CITY'S VARIOUS ECONOMIC SEGMENTS; AND, PROVIDES THE POLICY GUIDANCE FOR LOCAL DECISION MAKING RELATED TO HOUSING. 7:00 p.m. Given All present Staff present Approved, as corrected Adopted Resolution No. 3818, as amended 7:03 p.m. Ashabi Davert Ashabi CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director Doug Holland, Deputy City Attorney Doug Anderson, Project Manager-Transportation Karen Peterson, Senior Planner Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Justina Willkom, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PUBLIC CONCERNS -- None CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of December 10, 2001, Planning Commission meeting. It was moved by Davert, seconded by Kozak, to approve the corrected version of the minutes. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01-027 A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH A SMALL MARKET FOR MEAT, PRODUCE, AND SMALL HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 14702 NEWPORT AVENUE IN THE RETAIL COMMERCIAL (C-1) ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3818 approving Conditional Use Permit 01-027. The Public Headng opened. Presented the staff report, pointing out new Conditions 3.18 regarding window signs and 3.19 regarding landscaing. Asked if the sale of tobacco is proposed. Answered in the affirmative. Minutes - Planning Commission January 14, 2002 - Page 1 Davert Ashabi Davert Peterson Kozak Peterson Kozak Ashabi Kozak Ashabi Hamilton Davert Marco Hurtado, applicant, through his interpreter, Jose Pontanillo 7:10 p.m. Davert Kozak Continued to the January 28, 2002, Planning Commission meeting Expressed his concern regarding the use of tobacco advertising, especially since the site is next to the Youth Center; and, asked if the store is operating now. Answered the store is operating for general merchandise sales; there is no meat or produce at this time. Asked if a sign permit is part of this application. Pointed out that Condition 2.10 requires the applicant to pull sign permits; the present sign has no permit. Stated that new Conditions 3.18 and 3.19 addressed some of his concems; and, asked for clarification regarding the word "clearance" in Condition 2.5. Indicated the applicant must provide evidence to the Community Development Department that the project has been approved by the Orange County Health Care Agency. Suggested adding language to Condition 2.5 stating the clearance and/or permits be submitted to the Community Development Department prior to final inspection; and, asked if the parking lot repair in Condition 2.8 refers to wheel stops only or to the surface of the parking lot. Responded that the parking lot requires restriping. Asked if that also means slurry sealed; there is evidence of trenching and refill, but the lot is not level. Indicated Condition 2.8 can be amended to include "resurfaced and restriped." Asked about the overnight parking restriction. Pointed out that Condition 3.11 prohibits outside storage, and Condition 3.13 prohibits loitering and overnight parking. Stated his understanding and acceptance of all the conditions and his willingness to comply with the changes suggested this evening. The Public Hearing closed. Stated he believes this is appropriate usage for the site and appears to be an improvement over the 99¢ Store; and, added that, given the proximity to residential uses, the hours of operation restrictions are appropriate. Stated his agreement with Commissioner Davert and moved to adopt Resolution 3818, as amended; seconded by Davert. Motion carded 5-0. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NOS. 01-017 AND 01-018 A REQUEST TO ESTABLISH BOARDING HOUSES FOR THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING A SOBER LIVING FACILITY. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 14511 AND 14512 CARFAX DRIVE IN THE SUBURBAN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-4) ZONING DISTRICT. Minutes - Planning Commission January 14, 2002 - Page 2 Pontious Peterson 7:12 p.m. Pontious Michele A. Meyer, 12562 Ranchwood Road, Santa Ana Pontious 7:23 p.m. Director Anderson RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3814 approving Conditional Use Permit Nos. 01-017 and 01- 018 to establish boarding houses for the purpose of operating a sober living facility. Questioned staff regarding the request for continuance. Stated the applicant was unable to attend this evening for medical reasons and therefore requested the two-week continuance; and, indicated staff contacted as many parties as possible regarding the proposed continuance prior to the meeting. The Public Hearing opened. Invited any citizens in attendance and wishing to speak to do so at this time. Stated that her property is adjacent to this Carfax site; indicated the neighborhood has a good working relationship with the tenants of the existing facility; expressed concern regarding the proposed increase in density due to the probability of increased traffic and parking problems; and, asked the Planning Commission to take these factors into consideration. Noted that these are all items that were considered before and will be again; and, invited Ms. Meyer to come to the Planning Commission meeting on January 28, 2002. The Public Hearing closed. It was moved by Jennings, seconded continue this item to the January 28, Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0. by Hamilton, to 2002, Planning REGULAR BUSINESS - None Report on Actions taken at the January 7, 2002, City Council meeting. STAFF CONCERNS Reported that Tentative Parcel Map 2001-235, a request to subdivide a 0.50-acre parcel at 12882 Elizabeth Way, was approved; stated the applicant has submitted plans; and, added that staff has been working with the applicant to expedite the issuance of building permits. Reported that Tentative Parcel Map 2001-147, a request to combine two parcels at 13270 Newport Avenue for development of a new retail market, was approved; and, stated the project should be underway soon since site development and architectural improvements were approved by the Planning Commission. Indicated Doug Anderson would make an announcement. Stated the Tustin Commuter Rail Station Grand Opening celebration will be this Fdday, January 18, at 9:00 a.m.; Minutes - Planning Commission January 14, 2002 - Page 3 Hamilton Kozak Jennings Director Jennings Anderson Jennings Jennings Davert everyone is invited; dignitaries from around the County will be in attendance to join the celebration; the actual service opening will be Monday, January 21, when the first train will stop in Tustin at 4:00 a.m. COMMISSION CONCERNS Stated he hoped everyone enjoyed the holidays. Indicated he recycled his tree through the Tustin Pride and Federal Disposal program. Echoed Commissioner Hamilton's holiday comments and welcomed everyone to the new year. Stated there was a new snipe sign--"Lawn Art" (including a telephone number)--at the northbound exit of Redhill. Shared an article summarizing the Governor's budget and pointed out specific areas of special interest to Tustin. Thanked the Recording Secretary for her help regarding the minutes from the last meeting. Indicated he was unable to attend the workshop due to delays caused by an accident on the 405 Freeway; and, added he was sorry to miss the workshop. Asked if there is a schedule regarding Albertsons. Indicated staff will get that information and provide it to the Planning Commission. Thanked staff for the Housing Element workshop. Asked if there is any plan to use some of the State traffic congestion funds to solve the problem at El Camino Real and Main Street--the traffic was backed up past B street this evening. Responded there was a study to be implemented as part of the Old Town Streetscape project; this intersection provides a "Catch-22"--OId Town wants traffic in the area, yet traffic congestion is undesirable; Public Works is attempting to find a balance through the operation of the signal. Noted the water yard is moving along nicely. Stated she is looking forward to the opening of the rail station. Thanked staff for their help regarding the problem in her neighborhood. Echoed Commissioner Jennings comments regarding the Housing Element workshop; and, stated the workshop was very informative, providing plenty of homework for the Commissioners before the next meeting. Referring to the members of the Cultural Resources Advisory Committee in the audience, asked if a new name for the group was chosen at tonight's meeting. Minutes - Planning Commission January 14, 2002 - Page 4 Nathan Menard Davert Director Kelly Andrews, Tustin High School ASB Davert Pontious Pontious 7:25 p.m. Responded in the negative. Indicated he has been receiving complaints from residents regarding the carwash across the street from City Hall. Answered there is an active permit, which is being maintained by requesting timely inspections; stated no phasing was required of the applicant; and, added that staff can encourage the contractor to move faster. Asked why area residents are complaining about the carwash. Explained for the record that this project was approved in 1997 or 1998, has been in progress for a very long time, is moving very slowly (with an open construction hole for a year or more), and is unsightly in a very visible location. Thanked the Tustin High School students for attending the Planning Commission meeting. Welcomed everyone to the new year. Thanked staff for their hard work, specifying the workshop materials presented this evening. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Monday, January 28, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary I'~s(ie A. 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