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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 05-08-00MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 2000 CALL TO ORDER: 7:05 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Davert ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Kozak Commissioners Bell, Davert, Kawashima and Pontious Absent: None Staff: Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development Rita Westfield, Assistant Director, Community Development Karen Peterson, Senior Planner Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Doug Anderson, Senior Project Manager (Transportation) PUBLIC CONCERNS: Rob McFarland, Parque Santiago Mobile Home Park, stated residents' concerns regarding the expansion of the Post Office and postal employees' parking lot that the Commission reviewed. Mr. McFadand stated the primary concern is division of the homeowners' property and this parking lot with an unsightly 5-foot tubular steel fence. This fence will leave virtually no privacy for the residents of the mobile home park due to traffic which will begin daily at 6:00 a.m. and stop at approximately 12:00 a.m. Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development, stated by way of clarification: The Planning Commission did not review that expansion plan. The Post Office invited staff to review their plan and provide comments. The Post Office is exempt from local regulations under Federal law. Staff provided some input, suggesting a block wall at that location. Staff will send a letter to the Post Office identifying the concerns stated by Mr. McFarland and will bring that information to the Planning Commission. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Minutes of the April 24, 2000 Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Bell seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2. Tentative Parcel Map 99-217 a request to subdivide a 5.7 acre lot into three (3) parcels for conveyance and financing purposes. APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNERS: PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE SERVICES ATTN: DAVID ANDERSON AG/TOUCHSTONE WARNER RED HILL L.L.C. Planning Commission Minutes May 8, 2000 Page 2 Recommendation That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3725 recommending that the City Council approve Tentative Parcel Map 99-217 to allow subdivision of a 5.7 acre parcel to create three (3) parcels for conveyance and financing purposes. Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner, presented the subject report. Commissioner Davert inquired whether or not the applicant has accepted the conditions. Minoo Ashabi responded that conditions have been accepted as drawn on the parcel map. Chairman Kozak commented on the well-written set of conditions of approval to continue this project as a single project as it was initially approved and thereby provide some flexibility to the owners. He requested clarification as to whether the documents are going to be recorded for each parcel to follow the land, specifically the reciprocal access agreement. Otherwise, this proposal would not allow each building its own access to the public street. Director Binsack and Minoo Ashabi indiciated that documents will be recorded for each property. The Public Hearing opened at 7:15 p.m. There were no questions or comments. The Public Hearing closed at 7:15 p.m. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3725. Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS: Freeway Signage for Old Town Tustin - At the April 10, 2000 meeting, the Planning Commission requested that staff contact Caltrans for the purpose of pursuing freeway identification signage for Old Town Tustin. Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development As the Commissioner who brought forward this issue, Chairman Kozak thanked staff for their quick response. Commissioner Kawashima questioned whether or not all freeway signs must be Caltrans approved. The Director indicated they do and staff is continuing to research what can be done. Chairman Kozak moved, Commissioner Davert seconded, to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. = Collection of Code Enforcement Costs and Charges Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Chairman Kozak asked if the model is from the statute, which staff confirmed. Planning Commission Minutes May 8, 2000 Page 3 Chairman Kozak requested verification that there will be a phase-in or grace period during which education will be provided to the community prior to assessment of fee. Staff confirmed this can be implemented and reiterated that this will be a fee, not a fine. Chairman Kozak questioned whether or not the cost could be determined based upon a fully burdened rate rather than just code enforcement costs. Staff indicated the plan is to be cautious about charging more than it actually costs to conduct inspections and other remedies are available. Commissioner Pontious moved, Commissioner Davert seconded, to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. Report on Proposed Eastern Transportation Corridor Cell Site Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Commissioner Davert expressed concerns about the negative visual impacts of the structures and the height. These structures would also be in close proximity to North Tustin and Lemon Hill Park, which is unacceptable. The Director indicated it is staff's intention to address and resolve this issue and note that Councilman Potts, the City's TCA representative, has been made aware of the issue. Commissioner Davert emphasized it is important that all the Council members view the photographs as this is a matter of concern to everyone living in Tustin. The residents of North Tustin should also be made aware of this. The Director responded that it is still at the staff level. Chairman Kozak asked if it will be possible to get it onto the May 15, 2000 City Council agenda. The Director responded that it may be possible. It was the consensus of the Commissioners to submit this proposal to the City Council for consideration and recommend the City Council authorize the Mayor to send a letter opposing visually intrusive facilities. 6. Santiago Hills, Notice of Preparation of a Supplemental Environmental Impact Re_port (EIR) Presentation: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Chairman Kozak stated that this may be happening just outside the City but that decisions will have to be made due to possible impact on the City. Chairman Kozak moved, Commissioner Davert seconded, to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: 7. Report on Actions taken at the May 1, 2000 City Council Meetinq Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development, reported: Planning Commission Minutes May 8, 2000 Page 4 - The solid waste management services contract was awarded to Federal Disposal Service of Santa Ana. - The Council considered renewal of the cable franchise agreement for Media One. This is the first stage. The City will identify concerns and Media One will identify how they are going to address these concerns. - Council approved fiscal year 2000-2001 one-year action plan and the comprehensive consolidated plan. The City's application will be sent to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. - Considered and approved the mono-pine. - The Council extended the terms of Commission, Committees and Board members to August 7. - Noted that Valerie Crabill is retiring. - The Director indicated that she attended Tustin Old Town Association meeting at their request. They wanted to know what they can do to avoid being in violation of existing City laws regarding banners and other items within the right-of-way. Following research by staff, the Director will attend the next TOTA meeting to provide recommendations, including what modifications may be possible. The Director advised it is important to proceed with caution in terms of liabilities associated with whatever TOTA may put on the right-of-way. Commissioner Davert stated his belief that TOTA deserves as much help as the Commission can provide. He feels that not enough is being done to promote and support Old Town and that the Planning Commission should become more involved in that area. Director Binsack suggested agendizing this matter. Unrelated to the City Council meeting, Director Binsack also suggested that the Commissioners provide staff with their e-mail addresses in order that staff may notify the Commissioners via e-mail when their packets are ready to be picked up. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Bell No comments Commissioner Davert Expressed concern that the property at 14701 Charloma, a single-family residence, has been dilapidated for some time. The entire front of the house has been removed, and it appeared as though a new balcony is being constructed. The Director responded that the Code Enforcement staff is aware of the ongoing problem with this property. Staff will contact the homeowner. - Welcomed Eloise Harris to first unassisted Planning Commission meeting and offered the Commission's welcome and congratulations. Commissioner Pontious The building in front of the property on Walnut (where the hockey/in-line skating takes place) seems to be vacant, weeds are overgrown, and the area is generally unsightly. The Director responded that Code Enforcement staff will look into this problem. Planning Commission Minutes May 8, 2000 Page 5 Commissioner Kozak Also welcomed EIoise to the Planning Commission, expressed thanks to Valerie Crabill for all her help to the Commission and extended the Commission's best wishes to her in her retirement. Expressed thanks to Rita Westfield and rest of staff for their hard work on all the letters and memos. Commissioner Kawashima Questioned the traffic backup on El Camino Real before Red Hill. The signals are not coordinated, and it is difficult to make a left turn onto Red Hill. Doug Anderson stated that two of the lights in that area are Caltrans and two are the City's. The problem is exacerbated by the short distance between the signals and the lack of storage distance. Staff is analyzing improvements, such as a double left turn, and is working with Caltrans to allow installation of a City traffic signal. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kawashima seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. A regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on May 22, 2000 beginning at 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. ~te~h~ar~. Kozak Chairperson Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary