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Home My WebLink AboutPC Minutes 11-13-01 MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 13, 2001 A PLANNING COMMISSION STUDY SESSION REGARDING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-001 WAS HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT 6:00 P.M. TO STUDY ALTERNATIVE CHANGES IN THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATIONS OF THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1182 AND 1200 WASS STREET AND 12881, 12882, 12884, 12888, AND 12901 ELIZABETH WAY. 7:08 p.m. Given All present Staff present Approved Adopted Resolution No. 3810 Continued to the December 10, 2001, Planning Commission meeting 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 Justina Willkom, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PUBLIC CONCERNS -- None CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of October 8, 2001, Planning Commission meeting. DESIGN REVIEW 01-014 A REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH A MINOR ROOF- MOUNTED WIRELESS FACILITY. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 730 EL CAMINO REAL IN THE CENTRAL COMMERCIAL AND PARKING OVERLAY DISTRICT (C- 2P) ZONING DISTRICT. Recommendation: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3810 approving Design Review 01-014. It was moved by Davert, seconded by Jennings, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 01-004 A REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH A RELIGIOUS FACILITY FOR SIXTY (60) PERSONS AT 2681 DOW AVENUE, SUITE C-2, WITHIN THE PLANNED COMMUNITY INDUSTRIAL (PC-IND) ZONING DISTRICT. Minutes - Planning Commission November 13, 2001 - Page 1 Continued to the January 14, 2002, Planning Commission meeting Director reported Recommendation: That the Planning Commission continue Conditional Use Permit 01-004 to the December 10, 2001, Planning Commission meeting. It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Davert, to continue this item to the December 10, 2001, Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-001 TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION OF THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 1182 AND 1200 WASS STREET, 12881, 12901, 12882, AND 12884 ELIZABETH WAY FROM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL WHICH ALLOWS UP TO SEVEN (7) DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL WHICH ALLOWS UP TO FIFTEEN (15) DWELLING UNITS PER ACRE AND THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12888 ELIZABETH WAY FROM PLANNED COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS TO MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL. THESE PROPERTIES ARE LOCATED WITHIN THE R-4 ZONING DISTRICT. Recommendation: That the Planning Commission continue General Plan Amendment No. 01-001 to the January 14, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. It was moved by Davert, seconded by Kozak, to continue this item to the January 14, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS - None Report on Actions taken at the October 15 and November 5, 2001, City Council meetings. STAFF CONCERNS The City Council continued Ordinance No. 1232 regarding Aboveground Utility Facilities to the November 19, 2001, City Council meeting; staff met with the utility providers and reached agreement on most of the issues. The appeal of the Planning Commission denial of the use determination for the Carfax properties related to boarding houses will probably be withdrawn from the City Council agenda and will be agendized for the Planning Commission's consideration because a new application is almost complete. The City Council had the first reading of the code amendment related to sign removal and cost recovery on November 5; the second reading will be take place at the November 19 meeting when the resolution establishing the associated fees will also be considered. The Final Tract Map for the Tustin Ranch Estates was approved. Minutes - Planning Commission November 13, 2001 - Page 2 The City Council has been considering parking limitations within the public right-of-way; staff will keep the Planning Commission informed as the City goes through the analytical process. The Tustin Police Department took forward a code amendment related to wide vehicles within the public right- of-way; the California Vehicle Code allows vehicles to be stored in the right-of-way for 72 hours; the Police Department has instituted a distance restriction in terms of vehicles being moved short distances. Kozak Asked if that would include moving a vehicle across the street. Director Responded affirmatively, as long as the distance fits the distance restriction. Noted that the second Planning Commission meetings for November and December may be dark; staff will determine the urgency of any applications and will not create any hardship for applicants; if necessary, a meeting will be scheduled for one of those dates. Davert Stated that, if necessary, the November date would be preferable; the other commissioners agreed. Director Stated that it is normally prudent to hold applications until January due to various holiday conflicts for everyone, including the applicant and members of the public. Holland Pointed out that the City Attomey's office prepared for the Planning Commissioners and provided at tonight's meeting a memorandum relating to religious land use. COMMISSION CONCERNS Jennings Stated the Dino Dash was a success; despite the rain, there were more runners than last year; and, added her appreciation for the help provided by the City and the Police Department. Offered her best wishes to Councilman Doyle. Asked if there is any schedule for the shops that were burned next to Vons. Director Answered that the understanding is that the cleaners will return to their location; staff is not sure about the Beauty Supply and Draper's and Damon's because those businesses are happy where they are. Peterson The work stopped for a short time because the insurance would not pay for the redesign; what was there previously will be reconstructed. Jennings Asked if the certified Local Government Grant mentioned in the City Council agenda is the one we are currently operating under or a new one. Director Stated the City is attempting to get an additional $10,000 to cover the costs required to finish the survey. Minutes - Planning Commission November 13, 2001 - Page 3 Davert Director Davert Hamilton Kozak Director Kozak Director Peterson Kozak Kozak Pontious Stated the Police Department did a wonderful job keeping things under control at the Dino Dash which earned a lot of money for the schools. Asked if there is progress at 535 Main Street. Stated that project is moving along slowly; the Building Code is very liberal regarding what must be done to keep a permit active; on some discretionary projects, phasing has been included which is more restrictive than the Building Code; when 535 Main Street went forward, phasing was not included; the only timeframe inclusion is that the retail facility be constructed and finaled prior to the carwash being finaled. Stated the Planning Officials Forum on October 11th was informative and professional; the code enforcement session was especially interesting; the Director indicated after the session that the City is already doing more than was suggested in the session; the Commissioners should attend if the Forum is held again next year. Thanked staff for the Study Session and the members of the public for their comments. Stated his enjoyment of the Veterans Day Parade. Wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Noted that the monument sign at Endede Square is up and is a big improvement over the three signs it replaced; this result was well worth the effort expended by staff and the Planning Commission. Asked if there is a new application at the Y2K Restaurant location; there have been painting and other activities at the site. Answered that staff is not aware of any but will investigate. Stated the patio store on El Camino Real and Red Hill has closed; noticed that broker signs are up on the property; and, asked if there is something going on. Stated there is an approved project for a retail facility; one of the anchors is Starbuck's. Added that the site will be a mix of retail uses on the first floor and office uses on the second floor. Commented that the consent calendar item on the minor antenna facility was a good example of a stealth site and thanked staff for encouraging the development of that site. Wished everyone Happy Thanksgiving. Offered best wishes to Councilman Doyle. Echoed Commissioner Kozak's remarks regarding the Endede Center monument. Minutes - Planning Commission November 13, 2001 - Page 4 Pontious Jennings 7:25 p.m. Stated there was an excellent article in the Los Angeles Times suggesting that gating communities is becoming pass~; and, stated her enthusiasm for no gating when development begins on the Base. Suggested that everyone take a look at the beautiful new faCr.~ade at Zov's. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Monday, December 10, 2001, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary Chairperson Minutes - Planning Commission November 13, 2001 - Page 5