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
/