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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 11-22-76 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION A regular meeting of the City of Tustin Planning Commission was held on the 22nd day of November, 1976, at the hour of 7:30 p.m., on said day in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Centennial Way at Main Street, Tustin, California. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hill at 7:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Commissioner McHarris. The INVOCATION was given by Commissioner Glenn. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners: Hill, Glenn, Lathrop McHarris, Robbins Absent: Commissioners: None Others Present: R. Kenneth Fleagle, Assistant City Administrator, Community Development Director Daniel Van Dorpe, Assistant Director, Planning and Building Scott Nichols, Deputy City Attorney Mary Ann Chamberlain, Planning Commission Recording Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES moved by Mc~arris,. seconded by Lathrop that the minutes of November 8, 1976 be aPproved as amended. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued Use Permit 76-25 - to permit the exterior refurbishing of the Larwin Square Shopping Center and to allow construction of future buildings as noted in the Master Plan bounded by Newport Avenue, First Street and Centennial Way. Dr. Flea~le commented that staff had met with the applicant to review the plans and since they are still in a working stage, it is recom- mended to continue this item to the next regular meeting. Moved by Hill, seconded by Lathrop to continue Use Permit 76-25 to the next regular meeting on December 13, 1976. MOTION CARRIED: 4-0 (Commissioner Glenn abstained) Use Permit 76-26 - to permit the alteration of an existing swim School for the Blue Buoy Swim School located at 1702 Nisson Rd. Dr. Flea~le informed the Commission that correspondence had been re- ceived from the applicant requesting a continuance until the December 13th meeting. Moved by Lathro~, seconded by Glenn to continue Use Permit 76-26 until the next regular meeting on December 13, 1976. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 PC Minutes 11-22-76, Page 2 Initial Use Permit 76-19 - James Gugino - to authorize the use of a trailer for an office for a period of 6 months with a possible extension of six months. Location: 14881 Newport Avenue Dr.. F~ea~l? presented the staff report. After some discussion among the Commissioners pertaining to the mixed commercial uses on this property, the public hearing was opened at 7:45 p.m. Mr. James Gu~ino, applicant, informed the Commission that they have had their equipment there for several years and now have hooked the trailer up to telephone and electric service. Mr. Ralph Schrader, owner of property at 14801 Newport Avenue, spoke against the Use Permit, complaining that those commercial uses on that property use his parking spaces that are provided for his tenants and also the parcel is unkempt. Mr. Art Cecala spoke in favor of the application, stating that they have enhanced the property by placing the trailer in that location and feels the City should help the little businessman. The public portion of the hearing was closed at 8:00 p.m. After some discussion pertaining to the other uses on the property, it was moved by Robbins, seconded by Lathro~ to continue this item until a ~arcel ~a~ is ~ubmi~ted to the C'~t~. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 Use Permit 76-27 - Robert Dearin~er for Self-Enterprises, to permit the construction of ~' dri~e-in dairy'with self serve gasoline operation and other property improvements. Location: 395 West First Street After Dr. Fleagle presented the staff report, the public hearing was opened at 8:15 p.m. Mr. Bob Dearinger, Vice President for Self Enterprises and applicant, stated that he ~id not object to any of the conditions in the resolu- tion but wanted to know if the sign proposal was acceptable to staff. Dr. ~leagle responded "Yes, if the sign is a monument and within the size limitations imposed by the Sign Ordinance." Commissioner McHarris questioned if the gentlemen would be allowed to remain in ~he old house on the property? Dr. Fl.ea~le. stated that he would be allowed to remain there for the rest of his life and at that time the owner would have to bring the rest of the property into conformance. The public portion of the hearing was closed at 8:20 p.m. Moved by Lathrop, seconded by McHarris to approve Use Permit 76-27, by the adoption of ~esolution No. 1574. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 Use Permit 76-28 - Gareth Dart - to permit a Family Amusement Center to include poo'~ ~ables, electronic games, pin ball machines, jute box and snack bar at 14551 Newport Avenue. After Dr. Flea~le presented the staff report, the public hearing was opened at 8:30 p.m. PC Minutes 11-22-76, Page 3 Mr. Gareth Dart, applicant, informed the Commission that this would be an alcohol free environment for young people which would not cre- ate any problems for the City. Mr. Dart presently owns and operates the Red Baron at Western and Ball Road in Anaheim. Mr. Dart pre- sented letters from next door neighbors and the landlord praising his Anaheim operation. Mr. Dart also explained to the Commission how they handle their juvenile problems successfully at that location. Mr. Ken Babcock, 1561 Pacific, informed the Commission that he has 300 pieces of gaming equipment around the County and would be pro- viding the equipment for this operation also. Mr. Babcock also stated that this operation should not be compared to Funky's since this will be a much better operation with much better equipment, and felt that this operation would not cause problems for the next door neighbors. Mr. Robert Lane, Architect for the owner, informed the Commission that the front wall would be totally removed, making it visually open and controllable. Mr. Lane also stated that he felt the use would be compatible with the neighbors since this use would have less noise than a fast food operation and would have less of a problem with lighting then the Tennis Factory next door. The public portion of the hearing was closed at 8:50 p.m. After some discussion among the Commissioners, it was moved by Glenn, seconded by Lathrop to continue this item to the December 13th meet- ing to obtain information from the City of Anaheim Police Department, to obtain information from the Tustin Unified School District and to discuss hours of operation. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 Use Permit 76-29 - Dr. Jack Mann to permit the construction of a 42 lane bowling facility and related on-site improvements. Location: 1091 Old Irvine Boulevard After Dr. Flea~le presented the staff report, the public portion of the hearing was opened at 9:05 p.m. Mr. Jess Perez, Architect, stated that they are in agreement with the resolution and feels the conditions can be worked out with staff. Mr. Perez informed the Commission that Dr. Mann and Mr. Ochiai were also in the audience. Mr. Ed McLau~hton, owner of the apartments to the north of this pro- ject, questioned staff as to the noise level that this project would produce and site plan requirements. Elizabeth Stone, manager of apartments to the north of the project, spoke in opposition of the bowling alley because she felt her tenants stayed there because of the quiet peaceful neighborhood and was fear- ful of the noise from the bowling alley parking lot. Dr. Flea~le informed that by the very location of this building on the lot, it would be a sound buffer for the parking lot from the apartments. ~arbara McLau~hlin and ~onny Weber, also abutting property owners, spoke in opposition to the bowling alley. The public portion of the meeting was closed at 9:30 p.m. After some discussion among the Commissioners pertaining to the north property wall, it was moved by Glenn, seconded by Lathrop to approve Use Permit 76-29 by t~ne adoption of Resolution No. 1573, with the addition of an 8 ft. perimeter wall on the north property line easterly of the bowling alley building. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 PC Minutes 11-22-76, Page 4 The meeting was recessed at 9:50 p.m. The meeting was called back to order at 10:00 p.m. 5. Variance 76-8 - Dr. Michael Sukoff to authorize the construction of a 6'8" wall in ~he front setback area. Location: 17382 Amaganset Way After Dr. Flea~le presented the staff report, the public hearing was opened at 10:02 p.m. Seeing and hearing no one, the public portion of the hearing was closed at 10:03 p.m. After some discussion among the Commissioners, it was moved b~ McHarris~ seconded by L~thro~ to approve Variance 76-8 by the adoption of Resolution No. 1569 as corrected, with the wall to be 13 ft. from the front property line rather than 16 ft. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 6. Variance 76-9 - Federal Sign Company on behalf of Weber Plywood to vary with the Sign Ordinance, to permit the installation of a ground sign 8'x20'. Location: 15501 Mosher Street After Dr. Fleagle presented the staff report, the public portion of the h~ring was opened at 10:15 p.m. Mr. Greg Hadbod~, representative from Federal Sign Company for Weber Plywood, informed the Commission that their intent is to relocate the sign from its present site on Grand Street to their new building site in Tustin. Mr. Hadbody stated that the size of the sign does exceed the existing code but they feel the wood sign would compliment the new building and would not set a precedent because of the largeness of the building. Mr. Don Web. er, President of Weber Plywood, spoke in favor of his sign stating that it would be a credit to our City. The public portion of the hearing was closed at 10:22 p.m. After some discussion among the Commissioners pertaining to grounds for approvals of variances and appeals, it was moved by Glenn, seconded by Lathro~ to approve Variance 76-9 and to direct staff to prepare a resolution. Commissioner Robbins commented that he felt the Engineer's suggestion that th'e sign shoul~ be moved to the middle of the building should be included in the resolution. Moved by Glenn~ seconded b~ Lathro~ to amend the above motion to include that the sign be moved to the middle of the building. MOTION CARRIED: 3-2 Ayes: Noes: Glenn, Lathrop, Robbins Hill, McHarris After further discussion, the Commission directed staff to prepare a memo to City Council advising them of the Planning Commission's decision which will be reviewed at the December 6, 1976 City Council meeting. PUBLIC CONCERNS - None OLD BUSINESS General Plan Amendment 76-2 (F) - Reconsideration of this amendment. Location: Second Street between Pacific and "A" Streets PC Minutes 11-22-76, Page 5 After some discussion among the Commission, it was moved by Lathrop, seconded by Glenn to continue this item to allow Mr. Hockenberry more time to lay out another plan. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 After further discussion on the submitted resolution and standards, it was moved by Glenn, seconded by Lathrop to adopt Resolution No. 1570 as amended as follows: 2.5. Proposed density for multi-family structures shall not exceed 16 dwelling units per acre nor less than 2,500 sq. ft. of land area per unit, and ingress and egress shall be restricted to First Street. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 2. Parcel 2 of Parcel Map 76-87 - Plot plan approval Location: Red }{ill Avenue and Valencia After some discussion regarding cuts off Red Hill, it was moved by Hill~ seconded by Lathro~ to approve the site plan as submitted, subject to review and approval of staff as related to development standards. MOTION CARRIED: 4-1 Commissioner Robbins voting no. NEW BUSINESS 1. Disposition of City Property Discussion centered around the old Fire Station and Police Station which now houses the Tustin Museum. It was moved by Robbins, seconded by Lathrop to adopt Resolution No. 1571 with the following amendment: 2.e. The Planning Commission holds concerns for the possible loss of the Tustin Museum and any development plans that would be considered by the Redevelopment Agency be done so with the possible absolution and relocation of the Tustin Museum. MOTION CARRIED: 5-0 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION CORRESPONDENCE - None STAFF CONCERNS 1. Si~nin~ for Tustin Village Center (Use Permit 75-5) Location: Main-Bryan-Newport Triangle The Commission took no formal objection to the signing for the center. COMMISSION CONCERNS The Christmas Awards Banquet was announced for December 4, 1976, for all City Employees. Commissioner Lathrop commented about the City Center parking lot and how hard it is to find a parking space on Monday Nights. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 12:10 a.m./~