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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 08-22-94MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 22, 1994 CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL: Present: Baker, Well Absent: None 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers Kasalek, Lunn, Mitzman and PUBLIC CONCERNS: (Limited to 3 minutes per person for items not on the agenda.) At this time members of the public may address the Commission regarding any items not on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission (NO action can be taken off-agenda items unless authorized by law). IF YOU WISH TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION ON ANY MATTER, PLEASE FILL OUT ONE OF THE CARDS LOCATED ON THE SPEAKER'S TABLE SO THAT YOUR REMARKS ON THE TAPE RECORDING OF THE MEETING CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO YOU. WHEN YOU START TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION, PLEASE STATE YOUR FULL NAME AND ADDRESS FOR THE RECORD. CONSENT CALENDAR: (ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER CONSENT CALENDAR ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE AND WILL BE ENACTED BY ONE MOTION. THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE ITEMS PRIOR TO THE TIME OF THE VOTING ON THE MOTION UNLESS MEMBERS OF THE COMMISSION, STAFF OR PUBLIC REQUEST SPECIFIC ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED AND/OR REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE ACTION.) 1. Minutes of the August 8, 1994 Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. 2. Conditional Use Permit 94-014 APPLICANT: LAND OWNER: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL 1100 WEST STEWARDS AVENUE ORANGE, CA 92665 BA PROPERTIES, INC. 333 SOUTH HOPE STREET #4242 LOS ANGELES, CA 90071 1095 IRVINE BOULEVARD RETAIL COMMERCIAL (C-i) DISTRICT THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3) PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 15303 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. TO OPERATE A MEDICAL OFFICE IN EXISTING STRUCTURES WHERE GREATER THAN 50% OF THE GROUND FLOOR AREA IS DESIGNATED FOR OCCUPANCY BY PROFESSIONAL OFFICES Recommendation -It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve Conditional Use Permit 94-014 by adopting Resolution No. 3296, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Becky C. Stone, Assistant Planner Planning Commission Minutes August 22, 1994 Page 2 Commissioner Kasalek asked how far it was from the back of the facility to the residences. Staff noted that it was 50-80 feet and that it was only the parking lot that backed up to the residences. The Public Hearing opened at 7:07 p.m. Connie Moseley, 12888 Elizabeth Way, expressed her desire to see that the parking lot remains chained off at night; that parking be confined to the parking lot and not on residence lawns since there are no curbs on the streets and people park on and break the sprinklers. She is concerned about additional traffic and would like a stop sign at Elizabeth and Wass. She stated that there had been numerous accidents at Irvine Boulevard and Elizabeth Way when the bank had been located there and since the vacancy there had been none. She also thinks that the hours of operation are too long and would like them shortened. Kevin Leonard, representing Saint Joseph Hospital, wanted to assure everyone that the facility would be an excellent neighbor. He stated that the location was chosen because it had abundant parking. He noted that this facility was a walk-in clinic and would normally operate 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with only a skeleton staff on duty until 10:00 p.m. The Public Hearing closed at 7:12 p.m. Doug Anderson, City Traffic Engineer, stated that no curb and gutter was installed on the east side of Elizabeth Way since the city will not install curb and gutter where there is no continuous dedication. A stop sign at Elizabeth and Wass would be under the jurisdiction of the county and this information will be forwarded to them for performance of a stop sign warrant analysis. Concerning the number of traffic accidents at Irvine Boulevard and Elizabeth Way, a trip generation study was made comparing the existing to the proposed facility and the analysis shows 1000 less average daily trips would be generated with the proposed use which will help the situation and staff will also perform a traffic accident analysis at that location. Commissioner Baker asked if the parking lot would be lit at night. He also asked how "Fish and Game" fees were involved with this project. He also asked if Condition 3.2 included ADA requirements. Staff stated that the parking lot is lit and that it's previous use had met city requirements. At the time the parking lot study is submitted lighting information will be reviewed. Staff stated that a Fish and Game fee is imposed by the state for all projects related to environmental review and that ADA requirements are included in Condition 3.2. Commissioner Weil commended St. Joseph's Hospital for being sensitive to the needs of the community. Although it may be a little inconvenience to the neighborhood the benefit would over ride that. Commissioner Well moved, Lunn seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit 94-014 by adopting Resolution No. 3296 revised adding Condition 2.6. This will read, "The applicant shall close the two driveways on Elizabeth Way with a chain extended across each driveway during all hours which the medical facility is closed". Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes August 22, 1994 Page 3 REGUL~%R BUSINESS: Siqn Code Exception 94-005 (Smith's Festival Of Ballooning) APPLICANT: KORFF ENTERPRISES, INC. 16279 LAGUNA CANYON ROAD IRVINE, CA 92718 ATTN: TERRI FLORIO OWNER: THE IRVINE COMPANY P.O. BOX I NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658-8904 ATTN: MICHAEL LeBLANC LOCATION: LOT 27 OF TRACT 13627. A SITE BOUNDED BY TUSTIN RANCH ROAD, JAMBOREE ROAD AND PORTOLA PARKWAY ZONING: PLANNED COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN) ENVIRONMENTAL: THIS PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 11) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15311 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT REQUEST: TO ALLOW BALLOONS AND OFF-SITE ADVERTISING IN CONJUNCTION WITH A HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 1994 WHICH DEVIATES FROM THE TUSTIN SIGN CODE. Recommendation -Pleasure of the Commission. Presentation: Daniel Fox, Senior Planner Commissioner Kasalek asked if the 14 portable toilets mentioned in the Conditions of Approval would only be accessible to the handicapped or would there be more. Staff stated that there would be a lot more. John Korff, applicant, stated that the name was wrong on the permit, that it should read Balloon Festival Promotions Inc. and that staffs representation of 150 thousand in attendance would be about double of what they actually expect in attendance. He stated that if 50 - 75 thousand attended they would be happy but that he would like these things corrected. Commissioner Weil stated she was happy to see pre-advertising since this gives people a chance to understand where the event is located. Commissioner Mitzman asked what assurances the City had that the signs would be removed when the event was over. Staff noted that Condition 2.5 relates to the requirement of sign removal within 3 days after conclusion of the event. Actual clean up as required by the License and Permit Board was by October 15 when the entire site had to be restored to it's original condition. There are also Public Works bonds in place which would be held should clean up not be completed in the specified time. Commissioner Baker asked if the "glow event" was held on the ground and was there a challenge with aircraft and helicopter flight paths. John Korff stated that the balloons cannot go up after dark so that a "glow" is held on the ground. He stated that the signs would be down that evening. He further stated that the FAA has provided a window of opportunity for flights which is based on time. Planning Commission Minutes August 22, 1994 Page 4 Commissioner Kasalek commented that she and her family were excited about this event, had seen it as Colorado Springs and loved it. Commissioner Weil stated that finding No. 3 sums it up, since this is a special circumstance, a festival, and so big that it cannot be compared to the present code. She further stated that staff had done a good job of setting up directional signs and making it easy for the vendors to sign their booths. Commissioner Baker asked if the small balloons such as those sold to children would be made of mylar or be metallic since he had heard of a recent occurrence in San Diego where such a balloon had caused a problem with the power lines and started a fire. John Korff stated that he was not familiar with what "mylar" was and that there would be no metallic balloons. Commissioner Kasalek moved, Weil seconded, to approve Sign Code Exception 94-005 by adopting Resolution No. 3298 as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. 4. Status of Newport Avenue Extension Received and Filed 5. Status Reports Received and Filed 6. Oral Presentation on the Brown Act and Conflict of Interest Codes Presentation was given by Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney STAFF CONCERNS: Report on Actions taken at August 15, 1994 City Council Meetinq Staff reported on the subject agenda. Commissioner Kasalek moved, Lunn seconded, to agendize appointment of a Commissioner to replace former Commissioner Butler to work with staff on ranking of RFP proposals for Bus Shelters. This motion included a determination that there was an immediate need to take action on this item and the need arose after the posting of the last agenda. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Weil volunteered and by consensus was appointed as the representative from the Commission for this purpose. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Kasalek - None Commissioner Mitzman Asked if the City had a Code or Ordinance requirement for buildings which have been boarded up. He stated that plywood boarding calls attention to the vacancy and suggested that when buildings must be boarded up that the wood be painted the color of the building. Planning Commission Minutes August 22, 1994 Page 5 Staff will refer this to the Building Official and come back to the Commission with comment on the topic. Noted that an area at Irvine Boulevard and Dean seems to have become a truck parking lot. Staff stated that this area between Red Hill and Browning was in the county and staff will refer the matter to the county. Commissioner Weil Showed a newspaper advertisement for outdoor seating at the Barn Restaurant and asked staff if a permit had been issued for this. Staff was not aware of it but will investigate. Commissioner Lunn - None Commissioner Baker - None ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Well moved, Kasalek seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 8:32 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is on September 12, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. Barbara Re~ Secretary