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TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULi~ MEETING
APRIL 24, 1995
CALL TO ORDER:
7:03 p.m., City Council Chambers
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION
ROLL CALL: Present: Baker, Kasalek, Lunn, Mitzman and Weil
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1. Minutes of the April 10, 1995 Planninq Commission Meetinq.
Commissioner Weil moved, Kasalek seconded, to approve the Consent
C&lendar. Motion carried 3-2. Commissioner's Mitzman and Baker
abstained.
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2. Code Amendment 95-002 (Continued from April 10, 1995)
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
ZONING:
ENVIRONMENTAL
CITY OF TUSTIN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
300 CENTENNIAL WAY
TUSTIN, CA 92680
CITYWIDE
CITYWIDE
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 2
STATUS:
REQUEST:
IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THIS PROJECT WOULD NOT
HAVE A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION HAS BEEN PREPARED.
AN AMENDMENT TO THE TUSTIN ZONING CODE TO AMEND
PROVISIONS RELATED TO POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SIGNS AND
TO ADD PROVISIONS RELATED TO NON COM/~ERCIAL SIGNS
ON RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES.
Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission
continue the public hearing on this matter until May 8, 1995.
Presentation: Christine Shingleton, Community Development Director
The Public Hearing continued at 7:07 p.m.
Mr. Berklee Maughan, 14331 Green Valley, welcomed the applicants
desire to impose regulations to require the immediate removal of
political signs following an election but he was not pleased with
some of the proposed amendments as proposed because he feels they
infringe on freedom of speech. He feels that the appearance of the
signs are being focused on rather than rights of the citizens. Two
items are of particular concern to him, Section 9043D.13.item F,
which limits only one sign per street frontage on private property,
especially in light of the upcoming March 1996 primary election and
Tustin City Council election, since this may prevent a person from
displaying several signs for the choice of their candidates. He
wanted to know the justification for limiting the number of signs
on private property (Item G of Section 9043D.13) versus no limit of
signs on other than private property. He feels that Items F & G
discriminate as to the size of signs on private and other
properties. The present code allows everyone to have equal sign
size and height. Property owners should have the right to give or
deny permission for political signs on any private property but
should not have the ability to provide more visibility for
political signs especially on the same street.
Commissioner Weil stated that he had some good points and asked if
Mr. Maughan would come back at the next meeting to provide further
suggestions.
Berklee Maughan stated he had recently made comments to the City
Attorney and has contacted the California First Amendment Coalition
and feels they will give him some necessary information for the
next meeting discussion.
Commissioner Weil thought it was good that Mr. Maughan brought up
the point about the primary and city elections running at the same
time.
Matt Nisson, 14462 Red Hill Avenue, wanted to go on record to say
he was totally in favor of the amendments to the sign ordinance and
hopes the Commission will carry them through. He does not feel
that the City of Tustin needs the sign proliferation and pollution.
Commissioner Lunn asked if homeowner permission was needed to place
a sign on private property. She has concern about political signs
being placed in the right-of-way where the homeowner has no say but
where it appears that the homeowner is supporting the candidate
whose name is on the sign. Also the homeowner has to work around
these signs when doing yard maintenance and she is not in favor of
this.
Commissioner Weil stated that she has heard this same concern from
others and feels it is an invasion of the homeowner's privacy.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 3
Commissioner Baker asked what would constitute separate signs, and
could a person staple several signs together, calling it one sign.
Staff stated that these issues would be addressed when the matter
was brought back for discussion.
Commissioner Weil noted that sign makers have a standard size sign
and the square footage should be taken into consideration.
The Director suggested that in order to have an opportunity to
cover all of the issues and confer with the City Attorney, the
continuance should be scheduled for the May 22, 1995 meeting.
Commissioner Well moved, Lunn seconded, to continue this item to
the meeting of May 22, 1995. Motion carried 5-0.
Variance 95-001 and
Design Review 95-011
APPLICANT:
LAND OWNER:
LOCATION:
ZONING:
ENVIRONMENTAL
STATUS:
REQUEST:
MR. BRUCE THACKER
1222 TRIUMPHAL WAY
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
TUSTIN RENAISSANCE INC.
300 EL CAMINO REAL
TUSTIN, CA 92680
300 EL CAMINO REAL
CENTRAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT (C-2P)
WITH A PARKING OVERLAY
THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 1)
PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
1. APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE TO REDUCE THE REQUIRED
NUMBER OF PARKING SPACES FROM 39 SPACES TO 31
SPACES TO ACCOMMODATE A RETAIL ART GALLERY ON
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 EL CAMINO REAL.
2. APPROVAL OF A DESIGN REVIEW FOR PARKING,
LANDSCAPING AND BUILDING MODIFICATIONS TO
ACCOMMODATE A RETAIL ART GALLERY ON THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 300 EL CAMINO REAL.
Recommendation -It is recommended that the Planning commission
approve variance 95-001 and Design Review 95-011 by adopting
Resolution No. 3352, as submitted or revised.
Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner
Commissioner Baker asked if the dye test was the only way to find
out if the building was connected to the sewer and asked to whom
the fee was to be paid.
Staff stated that the Engineering Department does not have a record
of a sewer connection fee ever having been paid for this property.
If they are connected nothing else needs to be done, but if not
they will have to be connected and the fee paid to the Public Works
Department.
Commissioner Lunn asked if the one additional parking space which
was suggested and would necessitate removal of a tree was
absolutely necessary.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 4
Staff stated that the report was written for 25 on site parking
spaces which should be adequate for the use but should the Planning
Commission feel the need for an additional space that was the
location for it to be placed.
Commissioner Weil asked if the City required all commercial
operations to have a dumpster or enclosed trash area.
Staff stated that this property has been served by bin service but
Great Western Reclamation could provide curbside service if that
was the desire of the applicant.
The Public Hearing opened at 7:34 p.m.
Gregory Kelly, 330 E1 Camino Real, stated he was a business
neighbor next door to this project and was happy to welcome them to
the area but he did have a minor concern about the parking. He
feels that the parking next to the alley is too tight, with cars
being parked straight in, and that large cars would overhang into
the alley. He would like the parking area to be enlarged.
Scott Young, representing the applicant, stated he had discussed
this parking problem with the owner and currently they have
concrete wheel stops on the site which can be retained after
resurfacing to provide an additional six inch buffer and this would
alleviate the concern. On the sewer connection issue they have no
concerns and are happy to comply. Concerning the parking area they
have widened the area to allow a full drive width and provided the
accessible spaces, however, he would not like to remove the
existing pepper tree and irrigation device. He is not in favor of
the trash bin and enclosure since they have storage room for the
trash.
Letha Hodges, 24641 San Andres, Mission Viejo, Gallery Director,
stated that their main goal was to maintain the character of the
building and make the area of the drive-thru park like. The trash
that will be generated will be minimal since the packing is custom
made and will go with the sold item. There are only three employees
who would be generating trash from the bathroom facilities and
office.
Commissioner Weil asked if she had checked with Great Western
Reclamation to see if their trash could be picked up on 3rd Street.
Letha Hodges, replied "no" since she was waiting to see what the
direction would be, but that she knows there is pick up service on
3rd Street.
Scott Young, stated that since the scope of the landscaping was
minimal, he wished the landscaping notes to be incorporated into
the site plan. He stated that since there would be under four
employees, staff had agreed that only one of the two existing
bathrooms had to be handicapped accessible.
Staff stated that the Building Official would determine the ADA
requirements and that the Resolution gives flexibility to that.
Commissioner Baker asked the remaining duration of the Great
Western Reclamation contract.
Staff stated about five years.
The Public Hearing closed at 8:07 p.m.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 5
Commissioner Mitzman stated he felt this was a good use for the
area.
Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to approve variance 95-
001 and Design Review 95-011 by adopting Resolution No. 3352
revised as follows: Exhibit &, Condition 2.3 modified to read,
"Individual trash can service may be provided on the site provided
that such service is acceptable in writing to Great Western
Reclamation. In the event that trash bin service is requested
either at this time or in the future by Great Western Reclamation,
a trash bin with surrounding enclosure shall be located on the
property"; the remainder of the wording of the Condition to remain
as previously stated. Condition 3.1 modified to read,
Buildlng Plan Check, landscaplng information shall be submitted on
a transmitted site plan and shall contain the following: &)
combination of planting materials shall be used in all landscape
areas. B) Ground covers shall be planted between eight (8) and
twelve (12) inches on center. C) All plant materials shall be
installed in a healthy vigorous condition typical to the species
and landscaping must be maintained in a neat and healthy condition.
This will include but not be limited to trimming, mowing, weeding,
removal of litter, fertilizing, regular watering or replacement of
diseased or dead plants. D) All newly planted trees shall be staked
in accordance with the city's Landscaping and Irrigation
Guidelines. E) Plant materials shall be chosen and located to
promote water and energy conservation. F) New landscape areas and
the upgrade of all existing landscaped areas on the site shall be
consistent with adopted City of Tustin Landscaping and Irrigation
Requirements to the greatest extent feasible, as determined by the
Community Development Department. G) Provide summary table applying
indexing identification to plant material in their actual location.
The plan and table must list botanical and common names, sizes,
spacing, actual location and quantity of the plant materials
proposed. Note on plans that the Community Development Department
may request minor substitutions of plant materials during plan
check. H) Show planting details, soil preparation, staking, etc.
I) Show all property lines on the landscaping and irrigation plan,
public right-of-way areas, sidewalk widths, parkway areas and wall
locations". Condition 3.2 to read, "&t Building Plan Check the
irrigation plan (for irrigation only) shall be submitted which
shall show the location and control of backflow prevention devices,
pipe size, sprinkler type, spacing and coverage. Details for all
equipment must be provided. Note on landscaping plan that coverage
of landscaping irrigation materials is subject to field inspection
at project completion by the Community Development Department".
Condition 4.2 corrected to read, "The plans submitted into plan
check shall indicate that both toilets shall be made accessible to
persons with disabilities or as modified per &D& Guidelines by the
Building Official." Condition 5.2 revised to read, "A separate
24" x 36" street improvement plan will be required for all
construction within the public right-of-way. In conjunction with
the above plan, a 24" x 36" reproducible work area traffic control
plan will be required". &dd Condition 5.3 to read, "The applicant
shall perform a dye test to the satisfaction of the Public Works
Department to determine if the existing building is connected to
the sanitary sewer system. If the results of the dye test indicate
that the building is not connected to the sanitary sewer system,
the applicant shall be required to connect the existing building to
the sanitary sewer system". Condition 6.2 revised to read, "If the
existing building is required to be connected to the sanitary sewer
system pursuant to Condition No. 5.3 above, payment of the sewer
connection fee in the amount of $3,643.91 shall be made to the
Public Works Department. Payment will be required based upon those
rates in effect at the time of payment and are subject to change".
Motion carried 5-0.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 6
REGULAR BUSINESS:
4. Community Service Orqanization Siqns
Recommendation- Pleasure of the Commission
Presentation: Robert Delgadillo, Assistant Planner
Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney, stated the most important issue,
should the Commission go along with this proposal, was to come up
with a sound definition of a Community Service Organization and
that regulation of use should also be addressed.
Commissioner Weil asked if the sign in Mission Viejo was maintained
by that city and was the decision of who could put their messages
up controlled by the City Council.
Staff stated that the maintenance of the sign was done by an
independent contractor through their Community Service Department
and when the sign was filled up then no one else could add notices.
Commissioner Baker noted that the cities surveyed only seemed to be
south of Tustin and asked if Santa Ana was surveyed.
Staff stated that the survey result was compiled from those cities
which had responded to the inquiry thus far.
Commissioner Kasalek asked if schools could advertise on the sign
in Mission Viejo.
Staff stated that as it was explained by Mission Viejo, if the
event was a public event, notice of it could be placed on the
board.
Commissioner Lunn stated she had occasion to see the Mission Viejo
sign and asked if they had indicated experiencing any problems with
concerning the sign.
Staff stated "no", that they had given a very positive response
concerning the sign.
Commissioner Baker asked if this was used in place of banners.
Commissioner Mitzman asked that when staff had spoken to other
cities had any of them turned down this idea for any reason.
Staff stated that possibly this could be an alternative to banners
since it was an effective advertising device as reported by the
City of Mission Viejo and that none of the survey cities spoken to
had any issue with a sign nor requested any formal regulation.
Leslie Pontius, 1881-51 Mitchell Avenue, stated that she was
speaking on behalf of the Joint Club Committee and thanked the
Commission for considering this issue. She stated that Tustin has
a reputation of being a small town and very unique, and she feels
that a sign like this could be a very positive reflection of that
image. She indicated that the Committee would be happy to work
with the Commission and staff on this project.
David Vandaveer, representing the Lions Club, was in favor of this
project. He stated that if maintenance was a problem any one of
the service clubs would be available to help.
Commissioner Kasalek thought it a great idea for both a standard
entrance to the city sign like those of other small cities as well
as a message type sign with changeable copy.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 7
Commissioner Weil was in favor of eliminating messages from the
schools since they have their own boards for advertising.
Commissioner Mitzman was concerned about a number of issues but was
generally in favor of a sign.
Commissioner Lunn stated there were a number of things that would
have to be worked out with the sign but that she was in favor of it
and believes things can be worked out.
& consensus of the Commission showed that the project was f&vorable
but that additional discussion was needed to iron out the details.
Direction was given to staff to set up a sub-committee which would
include two members of the Commission, the City Attorney, Public
works, community service and Community Development Departments and
local Service Clubs. Commissioners Lunn and Mitzman volunteered to
serve on this committee.
5. Design Review 95-006
APPLICANT: THE HOME DEPOT
601 S. PLACENTIA AVENUE
FULLERTON, CA. 92631
ATTN: JEFF NICHOLS
OWNER: THE IRVINE COMPANY
550 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE
P.O. BOX I
NEWPORT BEACH, CA. 92658-8904
ATTN: KEITH EYRICH
AGENT: DONAHUE SCHRIBER
3501 JAMBOREE RD., SUITE 300
NEWPORT BEACH, CA. 92660
ATTN: MARK WHITFIELD
REPRESENTATIVE:GREENBERG FARROW
17941 FITCH ROAD, 2ND FLOOR
IRVINE, CA. 92714
ATTN: TAMARA SANTONI
LOCATION: 2782 EL CAMINO REAL
ZONING: PLANNED COMMUNITY-MIXED USE (PC MU),
SPECIFIC PLAN
ENVIRONMENTAL
STATUS:
REQUEST:
EAST TUSTIN
THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 1) PURSUANT TO SECTION
15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH OUTDOOR SALES AREA ON
THE SIDEWALK IN FRONT OF THE STORE AND MODIFY
PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL.
Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission
table action on Design Review 95-006, pending resolution of the
traffic and circulation issues related to West Drive improvements
proposed by the property owner.
Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner
Commissioner Mitzman stated he is uncomfortable with the wording as
stated in the request portion of the staff report which reads
"Authorization to establish outdoor sales" since he feels Home
Depot has been ignoring the Ordinance for quite some time and this
wording makes it appear that the Commission is condoning their
actions.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 8
Jeffrey L. Nichols, representing The Home Depot, stated that the
staff report is basically accurate but does not give the full
picture. He stated that one problem they had in the past and which
has been solved was that The Irvine Company, Donahue Schriber and
Home Depot were not communicating. The problem The Home Depot has
with a one way drive is that it puts the garden center out of
business. The reason they did not go ahead with the expansion of
the garden center project which was previously approved by the
Commission was because it was very costly and they felt it would
not work under these circumstances. They are now working to come
up with a traffic study to mitigate the problems. When they were
recognizing the wishes of the City and not holding outdoor
promotional sales their sales went down by 10% which amounted to
four hundred thousand dollars. He asked if approval of the action
could be made temporarily so that they can be competitive.
Commissioner Baker asked if the other Home Depot stores in the area
had the same traffic congestion at the front of their stores
Jeffrey L. Nichols, stated that the other stores are not next to
a car wash with a one way drive.
Staff stated that they have not received the revised traffic study
and have not had time to review all the mitigation measures which
would be created with a revision in it for a two way drive.
Commissioner Baker asked if Mr. Nichols had witnessed the
congestion.
Commissioner Weil stated that perhaps the sales are down because
people cannot get into the store. She also asked how long it took
to get a traffic study done and didn't Home Depot have more
leverage with The Irvine Company than the City for getting this
done quickly.
Jeffrey L. Nichols stated the only leverage they have is that The
Irvine Company does not want them to move but they would have to if
business didn't get better.
Commissioner Kasalek stated it was frustrating since The Home Depot
ends up getting penalized when it is The Irvine Company that is not
doing what needs to get done. She does not feel that the sidewalk
sales in front of the store are the main factor to the traffic
congestion.
Jeffrey L. Nichols, stated they need to be able to do promotions in
front of the store and will come up with some screening solutions
on a temporary basis but ask to be allowed to continue so as not to
lose the Christmas business.
Commissioner Baker asked who were they attempting to attract by
sidewalk promotions.
Jeffrey L. Nichols stated it was a very effective
merchandising plan which works for them.
impulse
Commissioner Mitzman feels that things are getting way off the
track, the traffic congestion is a major safety problem; there was
no place to walk and asked Mr. Nichols to put pressure on The
Irvine Company. He feels that The Home Depot is a great use but
they have ignored the Ordinance and if it is not stopped he will
move to deny the request.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 9
Deborah Frost, General Manager, Tustin Market Place, stated that a
crossing guard had been tried one weekend at that location but that
it did not work. She stated that The Irvine Company is open to the
outdoor displays. She stated that all of the problems and projects
were being worked on at once but each of them ran into road blocks;
that a traffic study had been done a week ago Saturday and the
analysis should be forthcoming shortly. In an effort to mitigate
the traffic problems they have closed off some drives at Taco Bell,
and added bollards at The Home Depot.
Commissioner Kasalek stated that the day before Easter was not a
good time to do a traffic study.
Deborah Frost, stated that their traffic engineers had a different
opinion on that.
Commissioner Mitzman stated that there seems to be a lot of
discussion and no action, that if The Irvine Company wanted to get
it done they could.
Commissioner Baker asked if a traffic study had to be done to widen
a road.
Staff stated that as part of the Black Angus proposal and approval
there were very specific mitigation measures related to East and
West Drives, one of those being the conversion of the Beacon Bay
entrance to a one-way drive which has not yet been completed. This
was a specific condition of approval and staffs understanding is
that the applicant wants to propose something different now with a
two way drive at Beacon Bay which would require an amendment to the
conditions of approval. At this stage, the traffic study initially
provided for the Planning Commission to approve the one way drive
is in the process of being revised to justify the two way drive.
Once the City receives the traffic study it can be brought back to
the Commission for consideration, however it has been in the hands
of the applicant for several weeks now.
Commissioner Weil stated that she feels the last thing The Irvine
Company wanted to do was widen the throat of West Drive and it
looks like they are dragging their feet because they do not want to
do it.
Jeffrey L. Nichols, stated that although it doesn't seem so there
really is a lot of activity, he has attended at least 15 meetings
with The Irvine Company in the last four months. He stated that
Home Depot has sued The Irvine Company to stop the work on the one
way drive. They are under a hardship and wish some temporary
solution with this request to the Commission.
Commissioner Mitzman asked if there had been any pedestrian
accidents or injuries in front of the store to the best of their
knowledge.
Jeffrey L. Nichols, stated "no".
Commissioner Lunn can understand that they are in their Christmas
season now and if a temporary solution could be accomplished she
would be in favor of the request.
Commissioner Weil suggested that a continuance to the next meeting,
with time to get a definite commitment from The Home Depot and
Donahue Schriber and then she would be in favor.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 10
Commissioner Kasalek feels like the other Commissioners that she
likes the idea of the temporary approval, but does not feel it is
fair to Home Depot. She stated that the major complaint she hears
from everyone is traffic congestion in the whole Market Place.
Commissioner Mitzman stated that area was probably the worst
intersection in the whole City. His concern is if temporary sales
were approved that a precedent was being set to allow all the
merchants to use the sidewalks as part of their stores.
Staff stated the application was for The Home Depot; the original
condition was that no merchant was to have outdoor sales.
Commissioner Lunn stated that Ikea also has things displayed at the
front of their store and asked if that caused a traffic problem.
Staff was not aware of the Ikea display.
By consensus the Planning Commission agreed to continue this item
to the meeting of May 8, 1995.
6. Sign Code Exception 95-002
APPLICANT: GANNON DESIGN
ATTN: MOIRA BOYNTON
112 EAST CHAPMAN, STE. G
ORANGE, CA 92666
OWNER: IRVINE APARTMENT COMMUNITIES
ATTN: MR. RICHARD E. LAMPRECHT
550 NEWPORT CENTER DR., SUITE 300
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
LOCATION: LOTS 18 AND BB OF TRACT 12870, 12771 ROBINSON
DRIVE.
ZONING: PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL - (MEDIUM-HIGH
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) - EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN
ENVIRONMENTAL: THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 11)
PURSUANT TO SECTION 15311 OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
REQUEST: TO AMEND A MASTER SIGN PLAN FOR THE PROPERTY TO
ALLOW A THIRD PROJECT IDENTIFICATION MONUMENT SIGN
AND SEVEN (7) POLE-MOUNTED AUTO DIRECTIONAL SIGNS.
Recommendation -It is recommended that the Planning Commission
approve Sign Code Exception 95-002 by adopting Resolution No. 3351,
as submitted or revised.
Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner
Moira Boynton, Gannon Design, stated the objective of the pole
mounted sign was to get it high enough for emergency vehicles to
see.
Commissioner Kasalek moved, Mitzman seconded, to approve Sign Code
Exception 95-002 by adopting Resolution No. 3351, as submitted.
Motion carried 5-0.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 11
7. Use Determination 95-004
APPLICANT:
LOCATION:
ZONING:
ENVIRONMENTAL
STATUS:
REQUEST:
CAR CAPITAL INC.
ATTN: MR. GARY RHODES
18001 IRVINE BOULEVARD, SUITE 2C
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA 92680
18001 IRVINE BOULEVARD, SUITE 2C
PROFESSIONAL (PR) DISTRICT
THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3) PURSUANT TO SECTION
15303 OF THE CALIFORNIA EQUALITY ACT (CEQA)
TO DETERMINE THAT AUTOMOBILE PAWNBROKER BUSINESS IS
PERMITTED WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL (Pr) DISTRICT
Recommendation -Pleasure of the Commission.
Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner
Commissioner Weil wishes to have more control of future uses of
this nature by requiring a Conditional Use Permit.
Gary Rhodes, applicant, stated he needed a second hand dealers and
auto dealers license to operate his business but his office
location would not include vehicle sale or display. He does
understand the concern of the Commission for future applicants,
however, and would be glad to work with staff on that point. He
noted that there was not enough room at the location to have a car
lot in any case.
Commissioner Baker asked if he agreed with the staff report.
Gary Rhodes, stated "yes", everything in the staff report was
correct.
Commissioner Kasalek stated that having vehicles at this location
would be a concern to her and she would like to see a Conditional
Use Permit so that each use could be looked at individually.
Commissioner Lunn asked if the vehicles were ever re-sold or were
just sent to auction and if a vehicle were to be sold would it be
brought over to this office location for inspection.
Gary Rhodes stated that if they find a good vehicle they will try
to sell it retail but not at this office location.
Commissioner Baker asked staff how long it would be for this
matter to come back before the Commission again.
Staff stated if the applicant would apply tomorrow it could be put
on the agenda in about 30 days.
Gary Rhodes stated he would be at City Hall the first thing in the
morning and was in agreement with the decision.
By consensus, the Planning Commission agreed that the office
component of an automobile pawnbroker business is allowed in the
Professional Office (PR) District, subject to the approval of a
Conditional Use Permit.
Planning Commission Minutes
April 24, 1995
Page 12
8. Status Reports
Recommendation -Receive and file.
Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner
Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to receive and file this
report. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF CONCERNS:
9. Report on Actions taken at April 17 1995 City Council Meeting
The Director reported on the subject agenda. She also
noted that a new Code Enforcement Officer, Mark Galvan, had
been hired and will begin work in two weeks.
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
Commissioner Lunn
- None
Commissioner Weil
- None
Commissioner Kasalek
Asked when construction would begin at the Taco Bell at
Red Hill and Nisson. She reported that the perimeter
fence was down and all the windows broken. She suggested
it be boarded up.
Staff stated that the project was in plan check now and
anticipated construction work to begin in 30 to 60 days.
Presented a flyer that had been mailed to her by Crazy
Shirt's concerning a 3-day tent sale at the Tustin Market
Place parking lot and asked if the City had been
notified.
Staff indicated no notice had been received and that
follow up would proceed.
Commissioner Mitzman
Asked if there was any City enforcement available to
monitor ice cream truck vendors.
Staff stated that the City had a Vendor Ordinance and
that a report would be presented to the Commission on
this subject.
Stated that it appears the Costco/K-Mart parking lot was
being used as overflow car storage from the Auto Mall.
Stated that he had purchased a bike and enjoyed riding
around the City with his wife, getting to know the City
a little better on a close up basis.
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April 24, 1995
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Commissioner Baker
- Asked if the Farmers Market was still in existence.
Staff stated that there was a new manager running the
market and that they had stopped operation for awhile
because of the rain.
Asked when the Specific Plan Amendments would be brought
before City Council.
Staff stated that May 15th was the date this item was
scheduled to go before the City Council.
Stated that someone attempted to break into his vehicle
in his driveway recently and his natural reaction was to
immediately go out and turn off the car alarm. He was
told by a friend in law enforcement, he should not have
gone out to turn off the alarm but should have called
911. He wanted to pass this information to others as a
safety precaution.
ADJOURNMENT:
Co---~ssioner Weil moved, Lunn seconded, to adjourn the meeting at
10:00 p.m. Motion carried 5-0.
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission is
on May 8, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 300
Centennial Way, Tustin.
Chairperson'
Barbara Reyes
Secretary