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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 06-11-84 MINUTES OF A REGULAR I~ETING OF lltE PLANNING COI~ISSION OF TIlE CITY OF TUSTIM, CALIFORNIA June 11, 1984 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Sharp at 7:08 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Director of Public Works gave an oral presentation regarding traffic circulation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Well and the Invocation was given by Commissioner Puckett. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Also present: James Sharp, Chairman Ronald White, Chairman Pro Tem Mark Ainslie Charles Puckett Kathy Well None Donald D. Lamm, Dtrector of Community Development Ed Knight, Associate Planner Mary Ann Chamberlain, Associate Planner Suzanne Atktns, Deputy City Attorney Janet Hester, Recording Secretary MINUTES Moved by Well, seconded by White to approve the minutes of the meeting of May 29, 1984, as submitted. Motion carried, 5-0. PUBLIC CONCERNS None. CONSENT CALENDAR None. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-2 Applicant: Location: Request: Matt Nlsson 14462 Red Hill Avenue Authorization to change the designation of the Land Use Element from Professional Office to Commercial and Multiple-Family Edward Knight presented staff's report and recommendations as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 7:47 p.m. The following persons spoke in opposition to General Plan Amendment No. 84-2: Mr. John Baxter, and an unidentified member of the audience expressed opposition to the proposed amendment because of concerns regarding traffic, density and potential to decrease property values in the area. Mr. Lamm gave a brief explanation of the purpose of a general plan and zoning regulations. The following person spoke in favor of General Plan Amendment No. 84-2: Mr. John Prescott stated the Ntsson family had made many contributions to the community in the last three generations. Mr. Ntsson, applicant, requested he be allowed to amend his request and have the General Plan designation be changed to all Commercial instead of Commercial and Multiple-Family. Mr. Lamm explained such a request would require re-advertisement of the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes June 11, 1984 Page 2 Rosemary Rookers, no address given, requested clarification of the need for the General Plan and Zoning to be consistent. Mr. Lamm explained. Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Sharp closed the public hearing at 8:03 p.m. At the recommendation of the Deputy City Attorney, due to a possible conflict of interest as a member of the Board of Directors of the Tustln Meadows Homeowners Assocation, Commissioner Weil stepped down from the dias. It was moved by White, seconded by Ainslie, allow staff to re-advertise the public hearing reflecting Mr. Nisson's requested change. Motion carried, 4-0, Weil abstaining. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-3a - HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE TUSTIN AREA GENERAL PLAN A revised Housing Element of the General Plan consisting of statistics and programs specifically designed for the improvement of housing and provision of adequate sites for housing. This element is designed to accommodate the housing needs of all economic segments of the community. An environmental assessment of the Housing Element proposal is included and referenced within the document. Edward Knight presented staff's report and recommendation to continue as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Chairman Sharp asked if the East Tustin Specific Plan was considered when revising the Element. Mr. Knight responded that it was and that The Irvine Company was reviewing the Element. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:10 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to speak, it was moved by Puckett, seconded by Well, to continue the hearing to the next regular meeting on June 25, 1984. Motion carried, 5-0. 2. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-3b - OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT OF THE TUSTIN AREA GENERAL PLAN A combined and revised Open Space and Conservation Element that addresses the conservation, development and utilization of the natural resources for the City of Tustin. Programs and plans are proposed that will conservate, maintain and assure the continued availability of land for the production of food and fiber, for the enjoyment of scenic beauty, for recreation and for the use of natural resources. An environmental assessment of the Open Space and Conservation Element is included and referenced within the document. Edward Knight presented staff's report and recommendation to continue as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:12 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to speak, it was moved by Puckett, seconded by White, to continue the hearing to the next regular meeting on June 25, 1984. Motion carried, 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes June [1, 1984 Page 3 3. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-3c - RECREATION ELEMENT OF THE TUSTIN AREA GENERAL PLAN Shows a comprehensive system of areas and public sites for recreation. Programs are proposed that address the community-wide needs and requirements for recreational areas. An environmental assessment of the Recreation Element is included and referenced within the document. Edward Knight presented staff's report and recommendation to continue as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:14 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to speak, it was moved by White, seconded by Well to continue the public hearing to the next regular meeting on June 25, 1984. Motion carried, 5-0. 4. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 84-3d Applicant: Locati on: Request: Goldrich, Kest and Associates 1262 Bryan Avenue That the General Plan be amended from a single-family classification to a multiple-family classification Mary Ann Chamberlain presented staff's report and recommendation of approval as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Commissioner Well asked if the hearing had been properly advertised and if any response had been received. Ms. Chamberlain replied the hearing had been advertised and no response had been received. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:19 p.m. The following person spoke in favor of General Plan Amendment No. 84-3d: Mr. Emanuel Aftergut, representative of the applicant, stated the request was the first step in seeking approval to develop a board and care facility for senior citizens. Mr. Aftergut stated he had distributed flyers to neighboring property owners announcing a meeting to discuss the project. Mr. Aftergut stated only one property owner had attended but the flyer did give his telephone number in case of additional questions. An unidentified member of the audience, address given as 1331 Bryan Avenue spoke in favor of the amendment. The following person spoke in opposition to General Plan Amendment No. 84-3d: Mr. Dennis Michaelman, Charloma Drive, expressed opposition to the amendment stating he felt the best use for the property would be single-family, in keeping with the development of the rest of the area. Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Sharp closed the public hearing at 8:35 p.m. In response to Commission questions regarding control over development of the parcel, Mr. Lamm replied that the property could not be limited to a particular use, such as the board and care facility, but a use permit would be required, giving the Commission some discretionary control. He stated a specific plan would not be appropriate for such a small site. It was moved by White, seconded by Puckett, to direct staff to prepare a resolution of approval for consideration at the next meeting. Motion carried, 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes June 11, 1984 Page 4 5. ZONE CHANGE NO. 84-2 Applicant: Location: Request: Garrison Management, Inc. 1122-1192 Laguna Road Change of zone from the Retail Commercial Commercial General (CG-PUD) classification (C-1) to the Donald Lamm presented staff's report and recommendation of approval as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:46 p.m. persons spoke in favor of Zone Change No. 84-2: The following Mr. Steve Garrison, applicant, presented himself to the Commission to answer any questions. Mr. Wayne Day, no address given, spoke in favor of Zone Change No. 84-2. Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Sharp closed the public hearing at 8:48 p.m. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Wetl, to recommend to the City Council approval of Zone Change No. 84-2 by the adoption of Resolution No. 2160. Motion carried, 5-0. ADMIMISTRATIVE I~AI~FERS A. Old Business 1. Liquor in Proximity to Public Schools Donald Lamm presented staff's report and recommendation to continue the item at the request of the organization Parents Who Care, in order to allow them more time to prepare a presentation. In response to Commissioner White, Mr. Lamm stated the Council wanted the Commission to solicit opinions and report to the Council. By unanimous informal consent the Commission agreed to receive and file staff's report. B. New Business 1. Final Tract Map No. 12018 - 14452, 14472, 14492 Holt Avenue Richard L. Pierce Mary Ann Chamberlain presented staff's report and recommendation of approval as contained in the Report to the Planning Commission dated June 11, 1984. It was moved by Weil, seconded by White to adopt Resolution No. 2161 recommending to the City Council approval of Final Tract Map No. 12018. STAFF ~ONCERNS 1. Department Status Report Donald Lamm presented staff's report. Chairman Sharp asked staff to report back to the Commission regarding traffic generated by mini-warehouse storage facilities. Commissioner Weil asked that an updated zoning map be sent to each Commissioner. By unanimous informal consent, the Commission agreed to receive and file staff's report. Planntng Commission Mtnutes June 11, 1984 Page 5 COP,II[SS[ON CONCERNS The Commission requested copies of the new Parkland Dedication Ordinance. The Commission directed staff to prepare a letter to the Director of Public Works thanking him for his presentation regarding traffic circulation. Commissioner Weil stated that those Commissioners wishing to be re-appointed should have letters drafted and sent to the City Council. Commissioner Puckett asked that the Secretary draft his letter of request for re-appointment. ADJOURNMENT: At 9:33 p.m. to the next regular meeting on June 25, 1984 at 7:30 p.m. Recording Secretary n