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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 04-27-92MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 27v 1992 CALL TO ORDER: 6:59 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL: Present: Baker, Le Jeune, Kasparian, Kasalek and Weil 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 CALENDARARE 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 April 13, 1992 Planning Commission meeting. 2. Final Tract Map 14610 APPLICANT/ LANDOWNER: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: IRVINE RETAIL PROPERTIES COMPANY 550 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE P.O. BOX I NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658-8904 SITE BOUNDED BY EL CAMINO REAL, TUSTIN RANCH ROAD, BRYAN AVENUE AND MYFORD ROAD MIXED USE - EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN THIS PROJECT IS CONSIDERED MINISTERIALLY EXEMPT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15268(B) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) AUTHORIZATION TO SUBDIVIDE 23.9 ACRES INTO SIX (6) NUMBERED LOTS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A RETAIL/COMMERCIAL CENTER Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3023, as submitted or revised, recommending approval of Final Tract Map 14610 to the City Council. Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 1992 Page 2 Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Weil seconded to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Code Amendment Regarding Citywide ZQD~Dg Regulations ~o¥ Siting of Hazardous Waste Facilities ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: THE PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENT HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE REQUIREMENTS OF CEQA, PURSUANT TO SECTION 15308 OF THE STATE CEQA GUIDELINES, AND THEREFORE, NO ENVIRONMENTAL DOCUMENTS WERE REQUIRED. Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3022, recommending to the City Council adoption of Ordinance No. 1086 establishing citywide zoning regulations for the siting of hazardous waste facilities. Presentation: Scott Reekstin, Assistant Planner Commissioner Baker asked for a clarification of changes made to the Ordinance. Staff replied that the changes were only minor clerical changes suggested by Commissioner Kasparian. Commissioner Weil complemented staff on the staff report; asked if liquefaction should be identified as a danger in item number 4 of page 9 of Ordinance 1086; if a map of prevailing winds could be included in item number 12 of page 10 to keep the public informed. Staff replied that liquefaction could be included in item 4. The Director replied that it would be redundant because it is already included in the checklist of requirements and would be better addressed under item number 16 regarding Risk Assessment, and changed the Ordinance. Commissioner Weil suggested that item number 7 on page 17 should include that the report should be read as well as initialed. The Director changed the Ordinance. Commissioner Weil asked for a clarification of Condition A.2 on Page 16 of the Ordinance. The Director replied that ultimately they do not want to see hazardous waste management facilities in the City but are willing to share the burden on a regional basis. Commissioner Kasparian asked if a violation occurred, could the facility be closed. The Director replied that the revocation procedures for a CUP are automatic and do not have to be listed in the conditions. Commissioner Kasalek asked for a clarification of the procedures for monitoring annual reports of hazardous waste. The Director replied that this ordinance relates to hazardous waste facilities, not companies storing hazardous wastes; that all reports are monitored by the Orange County Fire Department; that Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 1992 Page 3 the information is submitted at the business license stage and is required prior to submittal of a certificate of occupancy; that the City receives a monitoring report of the locations from the Fire Department and would share with any organization; that the Fire Department handles all changes; and that the report also categorizes the severity of the hazard posed by the chemicals present. Commissioner Kasalek asked if the businesses storing the hazardous chemicals have a responsibility to notify the area residents, schools, and businesses. The Director replied that there are regulating agencies that place notification procedures on the businesses but it depends on the type of use and operation and what type of agencies are involved; and that the City could provide an inventory list of all addresses, but that the Fire Department has an updated list. Commissioner Kasparian asked if information could be obtained from the City regarding a hazardous waste facility if it were in place. The Director responded that the information could be tracked via the new computer system. Commissioner Le Jeune stated that additional information is available from the EPA and the Orange County Department of Health. The Director added that Health Services handles soil contamination cases. Commissioner Le Jeune asked for a clarification of a hazardous waste facility. The Director responded that the City does not currently have a hazardous waste facility. Staff replied that there are various types: residual depository, landfill; temporary storage facility, gathering hazardous waste for shipment elsewhere; recycling facilities; and solidification facilities, resembling factories because they process and clean the waste. Commissioner Le Jeune asked if the assessment committee would be established prior to an application and if the members would be trained or if specific backgrounds would be required. The Director replied that the committee was meant to be a community participation element; that there could be an advisory committee created for each request so that there is not a standing body. Commissioner Le Jeune asked for a clarification of item 4 of page 7; and if 30 days was the normal time established by state law. The Director replied that the time was established by State Law AB138; and that the City must respond within 30 days. Commissioner Le Jeune asked if the document was reviewed by anyone in the hazardous waste business. Staff replied that it was indirectly based on the County's model ordinance. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:31 p.m. Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 1992 Page 4 The Public Hearing was closed at 7:32 p.m. Commissioner Kasalek commented that it was good to accomplish this prior to it being needed. Commissioner Weil moved, Le Jeune seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3022, recommending to the City Council adoption of Ordinance No. 1086 establishing citywide zoning regulations for the siting of hazardous waste facilities. Motion carried 5-0. OLD BUSINESS: 4. Status Report Commissioner Kasparian asked if any structures have been begun in the City that have been left incomplete due to the economic climate The Director replied that some are incomplete, but only to a minor degree and not discernable; and none seem to be abandoned. Commissioner Kasparian asked why some items remained on the code enforcement section that were dated December, 1991. The Director replied that some cases are still outstanding, but that status may have changed; that their objective is to do everything they can for compliance, but they are sensitive to the economic climate. Received and filed NEW BUSINESS: 5. Eastern Transportation Corridor Update Staff reported on the status of the Eastern Transportation Corridor. 6. K-Mart Workshop Scheduling Commissioner Baker asked if it was proper for Commissioners to be in attendance. The Director replied that the Commissioners could be in attendance as individuals; no more than two (2) could have a discussion; and that staff would not be making a presentation. Commissioner Kasparian asked if three (3) Commissioners could attend unplanned. John Shaw, City Attorney, replied that they could not go to the meeting as a body without posting notice of special meeting, but could attend as individual citizens. Staff notified the Planning Commission that a workshop for residents has been scheduled by The Irvine Company. 7. Chamber of Commerce Business Promotion Committee Update Staff reported the status of the Chamber of Commerce Business Promotion Committee to the Commission. A meeting was held on April 13, 1992 and the next meeting has been scheduled for May 4, 1992 at 3:30 p.m. Copies of the meeting minutes will be forwarded to the Commission. Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 1992 Page 5 Commissioner Le Jeune commented that Commissioner Kasparian and himself met with the local newspaper editors and that they are willing to promote shopping in Tustin; and suggested that future meetings be held at the Tustin Senior Center due to parking problems. The Director replied that she would check on times of availability. 8. MCAS Base Closure Update Staff reported the status of the MCAS Base Closure to the Commission. Commissioner Kasalek asked if the community would be involved in the Public Hearings. The Director replied that there would be a number of opportunities for public input; that they intend to mail out a city-wide community input form; and there would be formal workshops. Commissioner Baker asked if there would be involvement with Irvine and other communities. The Director replied that they are part of the task force; and that the concept of the task force is to ensure that there is a consensus building process and to ensure there is no conflict at the end of the process. STAFF CONCERNS: 9. Report on actions taken at April 21, 1992 City Council meeting Staff reported on the subject agenda. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commission Weil -Noted that recycling facility at Lucky supermarket on Newport Avenue has listed hours of operation as Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and closed Sunday - Monday. Commissioner Weil believed it was supposed to be operating 24- hours. Commissioner Kasparian -Complemented City staff on the prompt restriping of Prospect Avenue and Seventeenth Street -Noted that the tire store on First Street displaying a sign that shows "complete auto service". Requested that staff check the conditions for the type of repair work authorized for the site. Commissioner Le Jeune -Commented that the City Council candidates were very prompt in removing political signs throughout the city. -Asked if the existing landscaping at the Crab Cooker restaurant was the finished product. Planning Commission Minutes April 27, 1992 Page 6 Staff replied that the existing was the final product, however, the landscaping in place is more than what was required. -Asked about the regulation of private ambulance services within the City. Commissioner Baker -Commented on meeting this evening at Tustin High School regarding the boundary change. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Weil moved, Kasalek seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:56 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is on May 11, 1992 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. ~_. L. /B~A~ /Chairman Kathleen Clancy Secretary