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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 04-12-93MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 12, 1993 CALL TO ORDER: 7:07 p.m., Tustin Senior Center PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL: Present: Kasalek, Baker, Butler, Stracker and Well Absent: None 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 March 22, 1993 Planninq Commission meetinq. Commissioner Baker complimented staff on production of the minutes. Commissioner Weil moved, Baker seconded to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: IF YOU CHALLENGE AN ITEM CONSIDERED AT A PUBLIC HEARING IN COURT, YOU MAY BE LIMITED TO RAISING ONLY THOSE ISSUES YOU OR SOMEONE ELSE RAISED AT THE PUBLIC HEARING DESCRIBED IN THIS AGENDA, OR IN WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE DELIVERED TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN AT, OR PRIOR TO, THE PUBLIC HEARING. OLD BUSINESS: o Withdrawal of Appeal of Temporary Use Permit for BJ Tree Service Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Bobby Gilbert, BJ Tree Service, 17300 Seventeenth Street, Suite J- 231 stated that he recently sent a letter to stop his appeal; that Planning Commission Minutes April 12, 1993 Page 2 he is in the process of moving his facility and asked to be able to stay until June 30. He continued with stating that many businesses are going out of business; that he felt that the City was running him out of town; that he has been a resident for 16 years and in business for 10 years, 3 years at this location. Commissioner Kasalek thanked the applicant for his comments and stated that City staff is only doing their job and following the law. Commissioner Weil moved, Butler seconded to receive and file this report. Motion carried 5-0. 3. Modification to Desiqn Review 92-049 Commissioner Weil moved, Butler seconded to receive and file this report. Motion carried 5-0. BUSINESS: 4. Use Determination 93-002 and Desiqn Review 92-054 APPLICANT: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: WAYNE C. SIU, AIA 145 WEST FIRST STREET TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA 92680 145 WEST FIRST STREET COMMERCIAL - PRIMARY USE, FIRST STREET SPECIFIC PLAN THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 01) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA EQUALITY ACT (CEQA) 1) TO DETERMINE THAT ARCHITECTS OFFICES ARE A PERMITTED SECONDARY USE WITHIN PLANNING UNIT 1 OF SUBAREA 2 OF THE FIRST STREET SPECIFIC PLAN 2) TO APPROVE A DESIGN REVIEW FOR A 240 SQUARE FOOT ADDITION TO THE EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 145 WEST FIRST STREET. Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission take the following actions: 1. Determine by Minute Motion whether architects offices should be a permitted secondary use within Planning Unit 1 of Subarea 2 of the First Street Specific Plan; and 2. Approve Design Review 92-054 by adopting Resolution No. 3134, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Commissioner Butler commented that a car would not be able to exit the tandem parking spaces. The Director replied that the rear parking is actually parallel, not tandem; that there is additional space for pull in; that the length is now 25 feet long by 10 feet wide and that the City only requires 22 feet wide by 9 feet long. Commissioner Baker asked if staff had investigated the location and if the parking lot was full at any time. Staff replied negatively. Wayne Siu, applicant, stated that his office would have 5 employees, and that the other tenant would have 3; that they generally do not use the rear parking lot; and parking is not a problem with their business. Planning Commission Minutes April 12, 1993 Page 3 Commissioner Kasalek asked how the applicant felt about changing the color. Mr. Siu replied that he thinks the building looks appropriate for an architect's building; that they considered awnings and decorative trim on the front facade, but it did not look right on the elevation; that if they were closer to the street, then awnings would, be appropriate for providing shading along the sidewalk; and that he feels comfortable with the color and would rather not change it since it blends well with the wood paneling. Mr. Siu distributed color photographs of the building to the Commissioners. Commissioner Weil stated that she would feel more comfortable allowing Mr. Siu make the color decisions since he is an architect; that the original First Street Specific Plan committee tried to encourage more retail in the area, it seems to be more auto related; and that an architect's office would be appropriate for that area. Commissioner Butler stated that he should be able to paint it whatever color he chooses; that he was concerned with the parking only if it changes to a commercial or retail use, but it would have to come back to the Commission for approval. The Director responded that if it was a primary use outside of the redevelopment area, it would not have to come back to the Commission; that the only reason this came to the Commission was due to the Use Determination; that where there is any discretion involved, the Commission has authority over design review items on First Street between Centennial and the SR 55 Freeway. Commissioner Kasalek noted that the report stated that it was fairly limited as to what type of usage could be located there. Commissioner Butler stated that the addition should be allowed. Commissioner Weil moved, Stracker seconded to approve by Minute Order that architect offices be permitted as a secondary use within Planning Unit 1 of Subarea 2 of the First Street Specific Plan. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Weil moved, Baker seconded to approve Design Review 92-054 by adopting Resolution No. 3134 as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. 5. General Plan Annual Report 1992-93 Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission review the General Plan Annual Report 1992-93 and authorize staff to forward the report to the City Council for their consideration. Presentation: Anne Bonner, Associate Planner Staff made a correction to the report stating that it should be an annual report, not fiscal. Commissioner Weil complimented staff member Bonner on the report, noting that it was user friendly; and asked if the Council had considered putting the Helicopter Base under Redevelopment; and that it will be blighted by time it is finished. The Director replied that they are considering exploring that potential; that there is a problem with the definition of what is "urbanized" under State Development Law; that they are monitoring Planning Commission Minutes April 12, 1993 Page 4 the progress of two current blls in the State legislature for possible applicaiton to Tustin. Commissioner Kasalek complimented staff on the report and noted that it was very informative in a concise manner. Commissioner Stracker moved, Butler seconded to forward this report to the City Council for their consideration. Motion carrie~ 5-0. 6. Moulton Parkway Super Street - Environmental Impact Report Commissioner Stracker asked if staff attended the April 1 meeting. Staff member Doug Anderson, affirmed; and stated that notification went out with release on March 31. Commissioner Kasalek complimented staff on their efforts to notify the homeowner groups. Commissioner Weil noted that she appreciated that staff included the Commissioners' names on the notification list. Commissioner Butler asked the status of the Irvine super street. Staff replied that the Irvine super street has been renamed the Irvine Street Restriping Plan and has been put on hold pending opening of the First Street Bridge and Main Street Undercrossing; that the neighbors felt that the traffic will be rediverted with the opening of the bridges; that parking and noise studies will be done. Commissioner Stracker asked the status of Warner Avenue super street. Staff denied that it was being considered; and that funding will just be sufficient to cover the streets that have already been designated. Commissioner Butler moved, Weil seconded to receive and file this report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: 7. Report on actions taken at April 5, 1993 City Council meetinq Staff reported on the subject agenda. The Commissioners were advised of a Task Force meeting to be held Thursday, April 22nd at Irvine at 7:00 p.m., followed by a Community Workshop on Saturday, April 24th at 9:00 a.m. A Beautification Committee meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the Senior Center on Wednesday, April 14th. Commissioner Kasalek noted that the Commissioners were concerned with the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) running with the land. The Director commented that it will continue to be a monitoring item for staff to follow if desired by the City Council; that the CUP will run with the land; that if there are violations, the Commission can initiate revocation procedures; that the City Council has not formally voted, but asked staff to bring back an alternate resolution. Planning Commission Minutes April 12, 1993 Page 5 COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Weil - Concerned about the Commuter Rail submittal and project design. She inquired if there had been a location chosen as yet. Staff reported that OCTA will reserve the grant allocation for the City of Tustin until a selected. site is - Inquired as to why the City Council was concerned about satellite dish guidelines. Staff reported that due to the recent deregulation of the cable industry, coupled with the rising costs of cable service, that Councilman Potts appeared to be concerned about the possibility of satellite dishes being used more prevalently. - Commissioner Weil discussed some background on the Coalition of Regional Airport Solutions, of which she is a member, and encouraged the Commissioners to join. She expressed her delight that the City had renewed membership in this group. Commissioner Stracker - Inquired as to what was known concerning future plans in the Tustin Market Place. Staff responded that although nothing had been officially known, the Director has heard that the access point on East Drive was being looked at and that the Edwards Theaters were seeking to expand. Commissioner Baker - Inquired about the East Tustin area, particularly the site at Irvine/Jamboree. Staff reported that they believed that property was sold and/or in a final transaction stage. Commissioner Butler - Stated that he is pleased with the recapping of the minutes of the City Council with the new type style since it is easier to read. Commissioner Kasalek - None ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Weil moved, Baker seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. Plannin9 Commission Minutes April 12, 1993 Page 6 The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is on April 26, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tustin Senior Center, 200 S. "C" Street, Tustin. ~arj ~i¥'/Kasale~/~-~ -- Cha i rpe zVs on ' K~thleen Clancy Secretary