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TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 10, 1993
CALL TO ORDER:
7:04 p.m., Tustin Senior Center
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Absent:
Baker, Butler, Stracker and Weil
Kasalek
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1. Minutes of the April 26, 1993 Planninq Commission meeting.
2. Final Parcel Map 91-288
APPLICANT:
OWNER:
LOCATION:
ZONING:
ENVIRONMENTAL
STATUS:
REQUEST:
MR. JERRY GREUBLE
ALEXANDRA FOUR
12805 NEWPORT AVENUE
TUSTIN, CA 92680
IRA AND PATRICIA THELEN
TRUSTEES OF THE THELEN TRUST
14442 HOLT AVENUE
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
14442 HOLT AVENUE
R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
THIS PROJECT IS CONSIDERED MINISTERIALLY EXEMPT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 15268(b) OF THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
AUTHORIZATION TO CREATE FOUR (4) NUMBERED PARCELS
AND ONE (1) LETTERED PARCEL TO ACCOMMODATE FOUR (4)
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING UNITS
Recommendation It is recommended that the Planning Commission
adopt Resolution No. 3138 recommending to the City Council
approval of Final Parcel Map 91-288, as submitted or revised.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 10, 1993
Page 2
Commissioner Stracker moved, Butler seconded to approve the Consent
Calendar. Motion carried 3-0.
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3. Time Extension for Variance 91-15, Al's Woodcraft
Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission
approve a twelve month time extension to Variance 91-15 by adopting
Resolution No. 3137, as submitted or revised.
Presentation: Dan Fox, Senior Planner
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:02 p.m.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:03 p.m.
The Public Hearing was re-opened at 7:03 p.m.
Bill Mathis, 14051 Stratton, Santa Ana, applicant, stated that the
extension to the variance was requested due to the economy and that
the State has not paid him; and that the improvements should cost
approximately $50,000, which he does not have.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:04 p.m.
Commissioner Butler asked if the fee had been waived as requested;
and if that needs to be part of their approval.
Staff replied that the City Manager reduced the fee to $100; and
that it does not need to be part of the motion.
Commissioner Baker stated that this was one more indication of the
hardships that have occurred due to the freeway construction and
that it should be approved.
Commissioner Baker moved, Stracker seconded to approve a twelve
month time extension to Variance 91-15 by adopting Resolution No.
3137, as submitted. Motion carried 4-0.
OLD BUSINESS:
4. Open Air Produce Stands/Temporary Uses, Status Update
Recommendation - Pleasure of the Commission.
Commissioner Butler stated that he would like to see the first
draft and ordinances from other cities to assist in their decision
making.
Staff replied that information is arriving from other cities which
they will compile for comparison.
Commissioner Weil asked if a subcommittee was necessary to review
the draft in advance.
Staff replied negatively; and noted that once the uses are
reviewed, staff could provide a draft for the Planning Commission.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 10, 1993
Page 3
Commissioner Baker stated that it was a good idea to see what is
effective in other cities.
Commissioner Stracker stated that it was a good idea to take an
overall look at the information.
Commissioner Baker moved, Stracker seconded to receive and file.
Motion carried 4-0.
5. Measure M - Oversiqht Committee
Commissioner Weil stated that she appreciated the report.
Commissioner Butler thanked staff and stated that it gave a clearer
understanding of who could be on the committee.
Commissioner Butler moved, Baker seconded to receive and file.
Motion carried 4-0.
6. MCAS Opportunities & Constraints
Commissioner Butler asked if the opinion question regarding
preservation of the blimp hangars was a blanket question, or with
the knowledge of maintenance costs.
Staff replied that it was a blanket question as to whether they
should keep one, two or none; that 99% at the meeting said yes to
saving the hangars, but pulled back when they realized that it
costs $500,000 per year to maintain the hangars.
Commissioner Baker stated that the hangars are on the National
Registry, and that people feel that they cannot be removed.
Commissioner Weil asked if they were on the Registry, or just on
the recommended list.
Staff replied that they are on the National Registry of Historic
Places, but that does not guarantee protection; that it only makes
the City be careful when recommending demolition or re-use; that
their importance to the national interest needs to be recognized.
Commissioner Baker stated that the meeting of April 24 was good
with good material, but that there were only a few people present
from the Community.
Staff stated that they were equally disappointed; they published
one-eighth page ads twice in both local newspapers; that personal
invitations were sent to those within 300 feet; and that every
homeowners association in Tustin and approximately nine in Irvine
were notified; that there are probably approximately 100 people on
the contact list.
Commissioner Weil stated that the closer they get to the actual
closure, the more interest will be shown.
Commissioner Baker noted that the group putting together these
meetings were listening to the people; that the ideas are for a
museum, a park, a golf course, but that they should be self-
supporting.
Commissioner Weil asked if they were trying to get someone to
attend the next meeting that was knowledgeable about the McKinney
Act.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 10, 1993
Page 4
Staff replied that that was the purpose of the subcommittee; that
they are making arrangements for a person from HUD to meet with the
subcommittee; that Councilperson Thomas has volunteered; and that
a presentation will be made to the subcommittee who will provide
recommendations to the task force as to how to treat the issue.
Commissioner Weil volunteered for the task force subcommittee.
Commissioner Butler moved, Baker seconded to receive and file.
Motion carried 4-0.
Receive and file.
NEW BUSINESS:
STAFF CONCERNS:
7. Report on actions taken at May 3, 1993 City Council meetinq
Staff reported on the subject agenda.
Commissioner Weil asked if there were presently standards for the
bus shelters; that the Planning Commission be tied into the loop
regarding bus shelters.
Staff affirmed that they had minimum standards requiring no
advertising of alcohol or tobacco, but that they needed other
criteria such as maintenance standards; that they have obtained
standards from other cities indicating problems to be aware of.
Commissioner Butler requested the history and resolution of the
sprinkler ordinance.
Staff replied that the Council required all new detached homes over
3,600 square feet to have sprinklers; and that code modifications
were minor.
Commissioner Weil also requested that the Commission be updated
regarding the fire retardant wood shake and shingle roofing
materials report that went to Council; and specifically inquired
regarding code requirements for roofing and when the Building Code
would be updated.
Staff offered to provide a presentation at the next meeting by the
Building Official on all items.
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
Commissioner Baker
-Attended the graffiti sub-committee meeting and was impressed
with the turnout. Asked when the next meeting would take
place.
Staff indicated that it was set for June 8, at 6:30 p.m. at
Aldersgate Church.
Commissioner Weil
-Asked the Commission if they were interested in going on the
Metrolink tour. Commissioners Stracker, Butler and Weil all
wish to participate.
Planning Commission Minutes
May 10, 1993
Page 5
ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Baker moved, Butler seconded to adjourn the meeting at
7:42 p.m. Motion carried 4-0.
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is on May 24,
1993 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tustin Senior Center, 200 S. "C" Street,
Tustin.
Chairper%~on /
Kathleen Clancy
Secretary