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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 01-23-84 MINUTES OF A REGULAJ~ I~ETING OF lltE PLANNING CONMISSIOM OF TIlE CITY OF llJSTIN, CALIFORNIA January 23, 1984 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Sharp at 7:31 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner White and the Invocation was given by Commissioner Puckett. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Commissioners Absent: Also present: James B. Sharp, Chairman Ronald White, Chairman Pro Tem Mark Ainslie Charles Puckett Kathy Well None Donald D. Lamm, Director of Community Development Alan Warren, Senior Planner Jeff Davis, Assistant Planner Suzanne Atkins, Deputy City Attorney MIMUTES It was moved by Wetl, seconded by Puckett, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting held January 9, 1984 as submitted. Motion carried, 5-0. PUBLIC CONCERNS None. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Resolution No. 2133 - Use Permit 83-25: 1331 Garland Avenue Moved by Puckett, seconded by Wetl, adoption of the Consent Calendar. Motion carried, 5-0. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 83-4 Applicant: Request: City of Tusttn Various changes to sections of the Zoning Ordinance (Tustin City Code) concerning Multiple-Family Residential Development standards for new construction After presentation of the staff report by Donald Lamm, Chairman Sharp re-opened the public hearing at 7:41 p.m. Seeing no one wishing to speak, Chairman Sharp closed the public hearing at 7:42 p.m. The Commission discussed the proposed requirement of one (1) guest parking for each four units and the requirements for covered and open parking spaces. It was moved by Ainslie, seconded by Puckett, to recommend approval of Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 83-4 with the following changes: 1. One (1) open guest parking space to be provided for each five (5) units; 2. One (1) open parking space and one (1) covered space for each unit in the PD district; 3. One (1) open parking space and one (1) covered space for each unit unit in the R-3 District; 3. Two (2) covered parking spaces provided for each unit in the R-4 district Commissioner White expres'sed opposition to the amendment requiring one open guest parking space for each five units instead of the proposed one space for each four units. After further Commission discussion, the maker of the motion and second agreed to amend the motion to require two (2) covered parking spaces in the PD district. Motion carried, 4-1, White opposed. Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1984 Page 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. USE PERMIT 84-1 Applicant: Location: Request: Shelton Construction Company 14311 Newport Avenue and 17361 McFadden Avenue Authorization to construct a parking lot on an R-3 District lot and to vary from the arterial highway setback requirements and parking standards of the City to develop a 6,800 square foot retail commercial center The staff report was presented by Alan Warren, Senior Planner. Commissioner White expressed concerns about the ultimate right-of-way and what affect widening of the street would have on the project. In response to Commissioner Ainslie, Mr. Warren replied that the City Engineer had reviewed the plans. Chairman Sharp opened the public hearing at 8:00 p.m. The following person spoke in opposition to the project: Wanda O'Dell, 17341 McFadden Avenue, expressed concerns about traffic circulation. Seeing no one else wishing to speak, Chairman Sharp closed the public hearing at 8:04 p.m. After further Commission discussion regarding on-site circulation and access to the proposed center, it was moved by Well, seconded by Ainslie to continue the public hearing to the next regularly scheduled meeting and direct staff to request comments and recommendations from the City Engineer. Motion carried, 5-0. 2. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO USE PERMIT 82-16 Applicant: Location: Request: Communicom, Inc. 580 W. Sixth Street, Tustin Boys Club Authorization to install a second receiving earth station and relocate an existing one on top of the Tustin Boy's Club building for cable television purposes Alan Warren presented staff's report and recommendation to receive and file the report and continue the hearing to the next regularly scheduled meeting. It was moved by Weil, seconded by Puckett, to continue item to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Motion carried, 5-0. ADMIMISTRATIVE MRTTERS 1. Old Business A. Design Review 14772 Plaza Drive - Lewis Properties It was moved by White, seconded by Well, to receive and file staff's report. In response to a question from Commissioner Well, the applicant's architect replied that the paint to be used on the metal roof was very durable. Motion carried, 5-0. 2. New Business A. Design Review 15501 Red Hill Avenue - Industrial Building After Commission discussion regarding landscaping, it was moved by White, seconded by Weil, to receive and file staff's report and direct staff to work with the developer to provide landscaping consistent with that of other projects in the area. Motion carried, 5-0. Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1984 Page 3 B. Design Review Tustin Commercenter, Phase III Northwest corner of Holt Ave. and Irvine Blvd. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by White, to receive and file staff's report. Motion carried, 5-0. C. Design Review 1382 Bell Avenue It was moved by Whtte, seconded by Weil, to receive and file staff's report. Motion carried, 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS 1. Departmental Status Report Received and filed by informal unanimous consent. 2. Report on Council Actions - January 16, 1984 Received and filed by informal unanimous consent. COMMISSION CONCERNS Commissioner Alnslle asked if any section of the City Code regulated the number of similar businesses which could be allowed in shopping centers. Donald Lamm replied that it did not as such a regulation would constitute restriction of trade. Commissioner White expressed concern about establishment of potential non-conforming uses. Chairman Sharp directed staff to research and respond to Commissioner White's concerns. Commissioner White encouraged design review by the Planning Commission. Chairman Sharp noted the Commission's one-year anniversary and asked if the members wished to re-organize. By unanimous informal consent the Commission agreed to postpone re-organization until July, 1984. ADJOURIJIqE#T: At 9:23 p.m. to the Irvine Company Agricultural Headquarters on February 4, 1984 and thence to the next regular meeting on February 13, 1984. Janet Hester Recording Secretary James B. Sharp, Chai.~man /