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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 05-24-99 MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MAY 24, 1999 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairperson Pontious ROLL CALL: Commissioners: Chairperson Pontious, Browne, and Kozak Davert, Kawashima Present: Chairperson Pontious Vice Chair Kozak Browne Davert Kawashima Absent: None Staff: Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Karen Peterson, Acting Senior Planner Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney Minoo Ashabi, Assistant Planner Doug Anderson, Senior Project Manager Kathy Martin, Recording Secretary PUBLIC CONCERNS: (Limited to 3 minutes per person for items not on the agenda.) No Public Concerns were expressed CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Minutes of the May 10, 1999 Planninq Commission Meeting. Commissioner Kozak requested that his Commission Concern be expanded to indicate that on a broader perspective, stickers should be treated as a form of graffiti. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kawashima seconded, to approve the minutes as amended. Motion carried 4-0. Commissioner Browne abstained due to his absence at the May 10, 1999 meeting. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Public Hearing For Zone Change 99-002 And Conditional Use Permit 99-005 a request to amend the zoning district regulations for the East Tustin Auto Center to allow ancillary banquet facilities as conditionally permitted uses and to allow establishment of an ancillary banquet facility as part of an existing auto show room/museum site. The project is located at 36 Auto Center Drive within the Planned Community Commercial (PC-C) Zoning District. APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: MACPHERSON PROPERTIES Recommendation That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3672 recommending that the City Council certify as adequate the Negative Declaration for Zone Change 99-002; and, Planning Commission Minutes May 24,1999 Page 2 That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3673 recommending that the City Council approve Zone Change 99-002 to allow ancillary banquet facilities as conditionally permitted uses in the East Tustin Auto Center. That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3674 recommending that the City Council approve Conditional Use Permit 99-005, a request to establish a banquet facility within the East Tustin Auto Center. The Public Hearing opened at 7:03 p.m. Minoo Ashabi presented the subject report. Commissioner Browne inquired if events would create a problem for traffic or parking and would the glare from evening lighting impact drivers on the 5 North freeway. Doug Anderson stated that the area is already well lit and does not feel there will be any problems with parking or traffic. Chairperson Pontious asked if live entertainment is permitted outside or inside. The Director responded that live entertainment is not permitted inside or outside unless permission is received from the Community Development Department; however, there are some exceptions in the City Code to allow limited entertainment. Commissioner Kawashima asked how the facility is currently being used. Minoo Ashabi responded that it is currently being used primarily for auto storage. Commissioner Kawashima asked if the facilities would be specifically for MacPherson or if the public would also be able to use the facility. The Director stated the facility would be open to public groups on a limited basis through MacPherson. Reed Chesworth, applicant, asked if the Commission had any questions. Chairperson Pontious asked if the applicant read the staff report and concurs with the conditions of approval. Reed Chesworth, applicant, responded affirmatively. The Public Hearing closed at 7:10 p.m. Commissioner Davert stated that the banquet facility would be unique for an auto center and he has no problems with the proposal. Chairperson Pontious suggested that perhaps the State of the City function could be held at the banquet facility next year. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kawashima seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3672 recommending that the City Council certify as adequate the Negative Declaration for Zone Change 99-002. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kozak seconded, adopt Resolution No. 3673 recommending that the City Council approve Zone Change 99-002 to allow ancillary banquet facilities as conditionally permitted uses in the East Tustin Auto Center. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kawashima seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3674 recommending that the City Council approve Conditional Use Planning Commission Minutes May 24,1999 Page 3 Permit 99-005, a request to establish a banquet facility within the East Tustin Auto Center. Motion carried 5-0. The Director noted, for the applicant's benefit, the City Council still needs to approve the zone change for the project. REGULAR BUSINESS: Status Report on Design Review 97-026 has been agendized to report on the construction of Phase II of Congregation B'Nai Israel's religious and educational facility at 2111 Bryan Avenue within the Community Facility zoning of the East Tustin Specific Plan. APPLICANT/ PROPERTY OWNER: CONGREGATION B'NAI ISRAEL Recommendation Receive and file staff report. Karen Peterson reported that Congregation B'Nai Israel and the Monterey Homeowners Association, along with a mediator, have been working together and have made changes that are mutually acceptable to both groups. Commissioner Davert stated that he met with Doug Wride and is quite pleased with the outcome and staff did a great job. He noted that some houses are still negatively impacted and inquired if a variance in fence height could be obtained for these homes. The Director stated that the residents may apply for a variance but that it may not be needed as the wall can be up to six feet eight inches from the highest grade. Chairperson Pontious stated that churches are an integral part of the community and the community needs them. Commissioner Davert stated that the congregation's mediator has been very helpful in communicating with the homeowners. Commissioner Kozak stated his pleasure with the outcome and thanked staff for their work. Commissioner Browne asked if there will be issues with the proposed portable building. Karen Peterson stated that the Congregation has been meeting with Doug Wride and will be considering his suggestions for mitigating the impact of the portable building. Commissioner Davert stated that the color green is being considered to camouflage the portable building. The Director stated that it would be beneficial to discuss the issue when it is scheduled for a hearing. Commissioner Kawashima inquired when it would be scheduled for hearing. The Director stated that the applicant has not submitted an application as of yet. Commissioner Browne moved, Commissioner Davert seconded, to receive and file the subject staff report. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes May 24,1999 Page 4 4. Status Report Karen Peterson, Acting Senior Planner reported on the subject report. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kozak seconded, to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: 5. Report on Actions taken at the May 17, 1999 City Council Meetings Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development reported on the subject agenda. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Davert Requested a status update on the MCAS facility. Commissioner Kozak Asked staff if any thought had been given to canceling any meetings during the summer. The Director stated that the Planning Commission can let staff know of their planned absences and staff can determine if the Commission should go dark for a meeting during the summer. Chairperson Pontious Stated that she would also like an update on the MCAS facility along with all other redevelopment in the City. The Director responded that she will coordinate with the Redevelopment Agency on scheduling a report for a future meeting. Stated that the First Street Specific Plan was outdated and suggested that perhaps staff could revisit and update the Plan. The Director responded that staff would Specific Plan. ADJOURNMENT: investigate updating the First Street Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Kozak seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. A regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on June 14, 1999 beginning at 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. Chairperson Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary