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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 01-27-92MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 27, 1992 C~LL TO ORDER: 7:01 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL: Present: Baker, Le Jeune, Kasparian, Kasalek and Weil 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.) Harriett Hammond, 17365 Via Linda, Tustin, spoke against the Crab Cooker Restaurant color and removal of trees; submitted signatures petitioning against such and before and after photographs; stated that this may be a landmark for Newport Beach, but not Tustin; and that it would affect the sale of her condominium unit. Commissioner Baker commented that he appreciated Mrs. Hammond and group coming forward regarding this subject, but that the Commission had no ability to make a decision or respond to this matter this evening; that they can only take input. 1. Minutes of the January 13, 1992 Planninq Commission meeting. Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Weil moved to approve the consent calendar with the minutes being revised as follows: Page 8, third paragraph: Commissioner Kasparian is shown voting twice, the second instance should be deleted. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 2. Variance 91-17 and Conditional Use Permit 91-28 APPLICANT/ OWNER: RAY AND MARY MADRID 170 SOUTH "B" STREET TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA 92680 Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 2 LOCATION: 170 SOUTH "B" STREET ZONING: (R-l) SINGLE FA/~ILY RESIDENTIAL/(CR) CULTURAL RESOURCE OVERLAY DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 1) PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT REQUEST: 1. APPROVAL OF A VARIANCE TO ALLOW A SECOND SINGLE FAMILY STRUCTURE ON A 7,500 SQUARE FOOT LOT WHERE 12,000 SQUARE FEET IS REQUIRED, LOT WIDTH OF 50 FEET WHERE 60 FEET IS REQUIRED, REAR YARD SETBACK OF 12 FEET WHERE 20 FEET IS REQUIRED AND WITH LESS THAN THE REQUIRED TWO- CAR GARAGE; AND 2. APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AUTHORIZING AN EXISTING DETACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE BE CONSIDERED A SECOND SINGLE FAMILY STRUCTURE. Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve Variance 91-17 and Conditional Use Permit 91-28 by adopting Resolution No. 3000, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Anne E. Bonner, Associate Planner Commissioner Le Jeune asked if there was still a concern regarding setting a precedent. The Director responded that it was no longer a concern with the two alternatives presented. Commissioner Weil asked if the density was consistent with the surrounding area. The Director affirmed and replied that the separate building was considered a guest room, not a second dwelling unit. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:12 p.m. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:13 p.m. Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Kasalek seconded to approve Variance 91-17 and Conditional Use Permit 91-28 by adopting Resolution No. 3000, as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. 3. General Plan Amendment 92-01 - Growth Manaqement Element APPLICANT/ OWNER: LOCATION: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: CITY OF TUSTIN 15222 DEL AMO AVENUE TUSTIN, CA 92680 CITYWIDE A NEGATIVE DECLARATION HAS BEEN PREPARED FOR THIS PROJECT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN GENERAL PLAN ADDING A GROWTH MANAGEMENT ELEMENT Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission take the following actions: 1. Approve the Environmental Determination £0r th~ project by adopting Re~olution No, 2999, Z, Adopt Resolution No. 2998 recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment 92-01 (Growth Management Element). Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 3 Presentation: Rita Westfield, Assistant Director The Assistant Director made changes to the document: Page 2, paragraph 3, sentence 3 should say "when" the station is closed; Page 7, bullet 3, sentence 2, delete reference to Jamboree Road; Page 8, sentence 1 should say "arterial" highways, not "actual"; Page 11, policy 1.3 should have "impact" fee not "mitigation" fee. Commissioner Weil asked what the status of this document would be if Measure M is overturned; and noted that much of Tustin's traffic is through traffic and hoped that it was taken into consideration. The Assistant Director replied that the document would stay in place. The Director also responded that the AQMD requires adoption of a growth management plan during the next year. Commissioner Kasparian asked if this document had to be approved. The Assistant Director replied that the City Council would have to approve it and provided recommended actions. Commissioner Kasalek asked if the annual performance monitoring of compliance was internal or if it must be reported to the County. The Assistant Director responded that the staff would do an annual evaluation and would provide an annual report. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:22 p.m. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:23 p.m. Commissioner Weil moved, Kasparian seconded to approve the Environmental Determination for the project by adopting Resolution No. 2999. Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Weil moved, Le Jeune seconded to adopt Resolution No. 2998 recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment 92-01 (Growth Management Element). Motion carried 5-0. Conditional Use Permit 91-32 Variance 91-21 APPLI CANT: LOCATION: ZONING: MS. GOLDIE J. ELMORE ENVIPCO CALIFORNIA, INC. 10627 LAWSON RIVER AVENUE FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708 13270 NEWPORT AVENUE RETAIL COMMERCIAL (C-l) DISTRICT ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT (CLASS 3 and 5) PURSUANT TO PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 15303 AND 15305 OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. 1. AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH A BULK REVERSE VENDING MACHINE (RECYCLING MACHINES) AT AN EXISTING SUPERMARKET; AND 2. TO ALLOW THE INCREASE OF THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT PERMITTED FOR BULK REVERSE VENDING MACHINES FROM TEN (10) FEET TO THIRTEEN (13) FEET. Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission take the following action: 1. Approve Conditional Use Permit 91- Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 4 32 by adoption of Resolution No. 3001, as submitted or revised; and 2. Approve Variance 91-21 by adoption of Resolution No. 3002, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Joann M.S. Perry, Associate Planner Staff made changes to Resolution No. 3001, as moved. Commissioner Weil asked for an explanation of the seismic considerations that have been taken. Staff replied that the machines can be strapped to the facade or a footing could be provided that the machines would be bolted to; and that the applicant preferred bolting them to a footing. Commissioner Baker asked if the integrity of the machine could handle an earthquake. Staff stated that the applicant was to provide structural and seismic calculations to the Building Department for review. Commissioner Kasparian asked about the noise level of the new machines; if they were available for 24-hour use; if there has been any report of vandalism. Staff referred Commissioner Kasparian to the applicant regarding noise; and affirmed that they are available 24-hours per day, but that the voucher system will not require any money to be given at the machine; that they are not aware of any vandalism. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:30 p.m. Goldie J. Elmore, Envipco representative, replied that she was unsure of the decibel level, but that they are faster than the old style machines; that they are thicker and more enclosed; and that the old machines were vandalized for $80 dollars in coins, causing costly damage; that they are computerized, available for 24-hour use; and the machine is lit up at night. The Public Hearing was closed at 7:33 p.m. Commissioner Weil noted that the voucher system should work at Lucky's which is open 24-hours per day; and that the greater capacity should be an improvement. Commissioner Kasalek improvement. stated that it would be an overall Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Kasalek seconded to approve Conditional Use Permit 91-32 by adoption of Resolution No. 3001 revised as follows: Page 2, Item E, last line: (D 4-7) should be (D 4-6) Page 2, Item II., end of sentence: change period to a comma, add "subject to the conditions contained in Attachment A, attached hereto." Motion carried 5-0. Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Weil seconded to approve Variance 91- 21 by adoption of Resolution No. 3002, as submitted. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 5 OLD BUSINESS: 5. Status Reports Commissioner Kasparian asked when the new code enforcement activity would be available; and asked why the maximum density was sometimes greater in column 6 than column 5 on page 4 of the East Tustin Monitoring Report. Staff replied that the new code enforcement information would be available after it was entered into the new computer; and that he would determine and report back the differences in the two columns. Received and filed. NEW BUSINESS: 6. Design Review 91-13 APPLICANT/ OWNER: LOCATION: ZONING: ENVIRONMENTAL STATUS: REQUEST: FOOTHILL COMMUNITY BUILDERS 550 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92658-8904 C/O MR. DAVE CONLEY LOT 21 OF TRACT 13627, NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION OF PIONEER ROAD AND PIONEER WAY COMMUNITY FACILITY (CF) CATEGORY; EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN THIS PROJECT IS COVERED BY A PREVIOUS EIR (85-2) FOR THE EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN. NO ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED. APPROVAL OF DESIGN REVIEW 91-13, A FIRE PROTECTION FACILITY AND CITY OF TUSTIN MAINTENANCE YARD FACILITY Recommendation - It is recommended that the Planning Commission take the following actions: 1. Approve the Environmental Determination for the project by adoption of Resolution No. 3003; and 2. Approve Design Review 91-13 by adoption of Resolution No. 3004, as submitted or revised. Presentation: Joann M.S. Perry, Associate Planner Staff made changes to the last line of Page 5 and the first line of Page 6 of the staff report to read: ...to the project, the preliminary cost estimate and the considerations of the...; and made a change to Exhibit A of Resolution 3004, as moved. Commissioner Weil asked why fees were being charged for a public project. The Director responded that a public facility should be exempt from school facilities fees as well as some other fees, but that there would be building fees, and provided language, as moved, to correct the matter. The Director also noted that the proposal would be for a future public facility; that the property will not be accepted as a dedication until it is completed; otherwise they would have to accept bids. Commissioner Weil asked why the Orange County Fire Department was involved in locating the trees; Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 6 Staff replied that they were involved to determine that trees would not obstruct views of emergency vehicles leaving the site. Commissioner Kasparian asked how guests obtained access to the facility; and if this was an appropriate location for a City maintenance yard. Staff replied that the first 2 parking spaces before the gate are for guests; and that spaces beyond the gate are for employees; and that the site is subject to future design review regarding the placement of the maintenance yard. The Director responded that the approval has already been made regarding the placement of the maintenance yard and was not an issue this evening. Commissioner Kasparian asked where water was supplied from; and if reclaimed water was being used for landscaping. The Director responded that the Irvine Ranch Water District was uncertain whether the site would use reclaimed water, but that the project is subservient to the Sector Level Map. Commissioner Kasparian asked if arrangements were made for female and male bathroom facilities; and if handicapped provisions were made. Staff replied that the plans were reviewed by Government Services Administration (GSA) and the Building Department, and did take separation into account. The Director responded that the facility design would have to be approved by State Fire Marshall and need to meet all State codes; and that all public facilities must provide for all those of disability including hearing impaired, blind, physically handicapped, etc. Commissioner Kasparian asked what type of training was expected at this facility; if there was any concern regarding a short turning radius; and what type of fuel trucks would be accessing the facility. Staff replied that it would be classroom training, not fire tower training; and that all access to the site and turning radius have been studied. The Director responded that the GSA sets the design standards for all stations in the County and provides a manual for standards for access and turning radius. Commissioner Kasparian asked about the cost concern regarding additional non-essential architectural embellishments. Staff replied that the concern was regarding exposed rafter tails; that it appears that they are within the budget constraints at this time, but they want further review ability. Dave Conley, representing the Irvine Company, their hard work and noted that they are Resolution No. 3004. thanked staff for in agreement with The Director stated that there has been a significant reorganization within the Irvine Company and that it is a pleasure Planning Commission Minutes January 27, 1992 Page 7 to work with Dave Conley and Norm Smith; and thanked Mr. Conley for his help on this project. Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Weil seconded Environmental Determination for the project Resolution No. 3003. Motion carried 5-0. to approve the by adoption of Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Weil seconded to approve Design Review 91-13 by adoption of Resolution No. 3004 revised as follows: Exhibit A, page 5, Item 4.2, Item B: insert "and five 5-gallon shrubs" after "15 gallon size tree" and delete "and five 5 gallon shrubs" at the end of the sentence. Exhibit A, page 7, Item 5.1: At the end of items A through E, the following should be added "if required for future public facility." Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: Report on actions taken at January 20, 1992 City Council meeting Staff reported on the subject agenda. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Kasalek -Took a Metro Water District tour and found it to be very interesting. Commissioner Le Jeune -Asked when the First Street Specific Plan workshop was scheduled. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Le Jeune moved, Kasparian seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:08 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is on February 10, 1992 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin. There will be a First Street Specific Plan workshop on February 10, 1992 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers conference room. Kathleen Clancy Secretary