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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 07-10-00MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 2000 CALL TO ORDER: 7:02 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Pontious ROLL CALL: Chairman Kozak, Commissioners Bell, Davert, Kawashima and Pontious Present: Chairman Kozak, Commissioners Bell, Davert, Kawashima and Pontious Staff: Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development Karen Peterson, Senior Planner Doug Holland, Deputy City Attorney Doug Anderson, Senior Project Manager (Transportation) Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Lori Ludi, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PROCLAMATION: Presented by Chairman Kozak to Deputy City Attorney Lois Bobak for her six and a half years of service to the Planning Commission. PUBLIC CONCERNS: There were no Public Concerns. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Minutes of the June 26, 2000 Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2. Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 95-027 a request to authorize a 3,700 square foot expansion of the existing Linda Evans Health Club Facility into the adjacent tenant spaces. APPLICANT: LINDA EVANS FITNESS CENTERS PROPERTY OWNER: PAN PACIFIC RETAIL PROPERTIES LOCATION: 1142 and 1152 IRVlNE BOULEVARD Recommendation That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3743 approving an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 95-027. The Public Hearing opened at 7:08 p.m. Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner, presented the report. Commissioner Davert requested clarification of Condition 2.3. Staff explained those are the existing hours of operation for the child care provided during weekends. Planning Commission Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 2 Chairman Kozak asked for comments from the applicant. Charles Terry, architect for the project, accepted all the conditions and stated the applicant's readiness to proceed. Chairman Kozak asked if other members of the public wished to address the Commission. Mike Geiger, representing property owner Pan Pacific Retail Properties, Inc., expressed enthusiasm for the proposed expansion and its compatibility with the existing uses of the Fitness Center. Chairman Kozak brought the matter back to the Commission for discussion. Commissioner Davert remarked it is encouraging to see another successful Tustin business expanding. Chairman Kozak concurred with these comments. The Public Hearing closed at 7:12 p.m. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3743. Motion carried 5-0. 3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-005 AND DESIGN REVIEW 00-007 a request for authorization to construct a 24,235 square foot building expansion to an existing community facility. APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: SALVATION ARMY LOCATION: 10200 PIONEER ROAD Recommendation That the Planning Commission adopt: 1. Resolution No. 3741 approving the Final Negative Declaration for the project. 2. Resolution No. 3742 approving Conditional Use Permit 00-005 and Design Review 00-007. The Public Hearing opened at 7:13 p.m. Lori Ludi, Associate Planner, presented the report and indicated a letter in opposition had been received from residents of the La Montana residential development. Chairman Kozak reminded speakers to prepare a Speaker Request Form for the secretary and invited the applicant to speak. Lee Lescano, representative for the Salvation Army, asked for clarification regarding Condition 4.2 and requested consideration for situations where all the buildings might be in use, but no extra vehicular traffic would be generated as this multiple use would involve the same groups of children moving from one building to another. Mr. Lescano then stated he had only just read the letter to the Planning Commission from concerned residents and expressed the desire of the Salvation Army to be a good neighbor. Chairman Kozak then invited other members of the public to present comments in opposition to the recommended actions. Planning Commission Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 3 Daniel Phillips, a resident of Bixler Court and author of the letter referred to, reiterated concerns of the residents of Bixler Court and Alexander Court, two cul-de-sacs located below the Salvation Army facility. Mr. Phillips stated that the construction and the outdoor play area being open until 10:00 p.m. will negatively impact noise levels in this normally peaceful area. Melissa Minahan, a resident of Vidorra (across the street from the Salvation Army), spoke in favor of this project, sharing her belief that this will be a positive project for the community. Chairman Kozak asked for clarification from staff regarding compliance with the City's noise ordinance and the potential impact of noise with regard to the elevation changes. Staff responded that any negative impact on the neighborhood would require a noise impact analysis, and any mitigation measures based on the analysis would be implemented. The Director noted that, regardless of the use, the applicant could not violate the noise ordinance. Staff believes the existing conditions mitigate noise issues. If noise does become an issue in the future, the applicant would be required to develop further mitigation measures. Chairman Kozak asked with regard to the future park site whether similar types of requirements regarding noise impacts would be considered. Staff responded affirmatively. Chairman Kozak asked for clarification of Condition 4.5 regarding storage for on-site uses only. The Director provided language modifying Condition 4.5, reminded the Commission of applicant's question regarding Condition 4.2, and offered language modifying this condition. Commissioner Kawashima asked if the 10:00 p.m. closing time is consistent with similar facilities. The Director stated her belief that the gymnasium at Columbus Tustin Park is open until at least 10 p.m.; staff will check with Parks and Recreation to confirm this. Commissioner Kawashima inquired whether the gymnasium will be available for outside use for recreational leagues. Mr. Lescano answered that it will be open to the public. Commissioner Davert asked if the change to Condition 4.5 is acceptable. Mr. Lescano responded that this modification will be helpful since this facility discourages dropping off any type of donated items. The Public Hearing closed at 7:31 p.m. Commissioner Davert acknowledged Mr. Phillips' letter and the concerns expressed therein, stating he believes the proposal adequately addresses the issues raised in the letter; the original plan anticipated this action; and, this information was available to homeowners considering purchasing a home in the tract. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3741 and Resolution No. 3742 with the following modifications: Planning Commission Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 4 Condition 4.2 to read as follows: "Simultaneous use of the sanctuary, gymnasium and daycare facility shall not be permitted. Two or less of these uses may be scheduled at the same time." Condition 4.5, add the following sentence: "Only materials that are associated with on-site activities may be stored on site." Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS: There was no Regular Business. STAFF CONCERNS: 4. Report on Actions taken at the July 3, 2000 City Council Meetin? Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development General Plan Amendment 99-003 was approved and will proceed to plan check. 5. Project Summary The summary focuses on the status of projects that the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, or Community Development Director approved, major tenant improvement projects, and other items of interest. The Director stated the Project Summary was self-explanatory; no report was necessary. Senior Planner Karen Peterson announced that Assistant Planner Brad Evanson has resigned and invited the Commissioners to a farewell breakfast Friday, July 14, 2000. Commissioner Kozak offered best wishes on behalf of the Commission. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Bell No concerns. Commissioner Pontious - Offered congratulations to Commissioner Bell Christopher. Commissioner Kawashima - Stated his enjoyment of the Village of Hope tour. Chairman Kozak on the birth of her son, Shared Commissioner Kawashima's enthusiasm for Village of Hope; it appears to be a wonderful program; thanked staff for arranging the tour. Offered congratulations to Commissioner Bell. Noted there seem to be a large number of banners appearing along Newport Avenue across from Larwin Square. Planning Commission Minutes July 10, 2000 Page 5 Commissioner Davert - Offered his congratulations to Commissioner Bell. - Echoed other Commissioners' comments regarding the Village of Hope tour. - Shared his visit to Mineola, Texas, a Main Street City, and reiterated his enthusiasm for the City's commitment to Old Town Tustin, encouraging the Planning Commission to continue their support of this valuable program. Announced his intention to file nomination papers to run for Tustin City Council. - Announced his resignation from the Planning Commission effective July 31, 2000, stating it was an honor to serve on the Commission the past three years. - Thanked current and former Commissioners and staff for their service to the City and Planning Commission. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to adjourn 7:37 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. at A regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on August 14, 2000, beginning at 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. :~'e p~. Kozak Chairrfla~ Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary