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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 10-11-76 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF TttE CITY OF TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION October 11, 1976 The regular meeting of the City of Tustin Planning Commission was held on the llth day of October, 1976, at the hour of 7:30 p.m., on said day, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, Centennial Way at Main St., Tustin, California. The Meeting was called to order by Chairman Pro Tem Lathrop at 7:30 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Commissioner McHarris. INVOCATION was given by Commissioner Robbins. ROLL CALL: Present: Absent: Others Present: Commissioners: Lathrop, McHarris, Robbins Commissioners: Glenn, Hill R. Kenneth Fleagle, Assistant City Administrator, Community Development Director Daniel Van Dorpe, Assistant Director, Planning and Building Scott Nichols, Assistant City Attorney Mary Ann Chamberlain, Planning Commission Recording Secretary APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Robbins, seconded by McHarris that the minutes of September 27, 1976 be approved. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued 1. An Amendment (76-2) to the Land Use Element of the Tustin Area General Plan for the following properties: A. Southeasterly corner of Main and Williams. F. North side of Second between Pacific and "A" Streets. A. Southeasterly corner of Main and Williams 76-2 (A) Dr. Flea~le presented the staff report and stated that the applicant has prepared a new plot plan which he would be submitting the follow- ing week in order to be reviewed for the October 25, 1976 meeting. It was moved by Robbins, seconded by McHarris to continue this item to the next regular meeting of October 25, 1976. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 B. North side of Second Street between "A" and Pacific Streets. After Mr. Van Dorpe presented the staff report, the public hearing was opened at 7:43 p.m. PC Minutes 10-11-76, Page 2 William Hockenberry, 465 West Second Street, pointed out that in their submitted plan they have attempted to limit access on Second Street to one driveway with the 3 homes to retain their own access. While trying to keep the traffic out of the R-1 area on 2nd Street, they will provide an access on First Street. They are attempting to keep the units away from the property lines that abut the R-1 section. Ritchie Bonkowski, 160 S. "A" Street, expressed his desire to see this area remain as low density with a low profile of the entire area. Mr. Bonkowski referred to the petition that had been filed by most of the property owners in the area and read correspondence from Mr. Art Charleton. Mr. Bonkowski also related that almost 100% of the people in the area are against the traffic and noise that this development would create. Also Mr. Bonkowski informed that the police reports are all from streets that have apartments on them. Bonnie Bath, Prospect Street, informed the Commission that she had moved to Tustin for the peaceful living and she would like to see the town remain as it is now. Mr. Jack Hunter, 180 Pacific, stated that he is against changing the single-family residential area to multi-family residential. can't see destroying old Tustin for progress at the expense of its present residents. Barbara Murray, 185 Pacific, quoted'~lant a tree and watch a tree grow green in Tustin." She feels Tustin should remain as is. Ed Webner, 450 Second Street, questioned what assurances would they have that the development would be developed as proposed. Dr. Flea~le assured that during the zone change hearings, precise plans would have to be submitted and approved showing the precise development as proposed. Mr. William Hockenberr~ related that the existing buildings in the immediate area are nice in character but have no historical value. He feels the Planning Commission has to be concerned about the total development of Tustin and not only one or two streets in Tustin since change will take place, only a matter of when. Mrs. Margaret Byrd, N. "B" Street, related that she feels the old town should be preserved and remain as a small village. Mr. John Owen, 1102 Avonoak Terrace, Glendale, stated that he does not live in the City of Tustin but does own one of the above pro- perties in question. Mr. Owens informed the Commission that he feels growth and change are good if planned and controlled and that is the role of the Commission. Mr. Owen then quoted a newspaper article which related to housing in Orange County. Rick Angoni, Real Estate Developers, Inc., representing the property owners stated that it is very difficult to plan this project because the way the present zoning is set up with the strip of R-3 running along the R-1 zone. Mr. Angoni informed the Commission that they would provide lighting and safety control along with a property wall that would act as a buffer. The developers would be sensitive to the adjacent property owners. Ms. Barbara Murray stated that she would not have bought her property if she had thought they would put apartments there. Larry Marsters, 11801 Highview Drive, Santa Ana, related to the Commission that he feels this is a unique opportunity for the City and homeowners to work together and develop a good plan for this neighborhood. Vincent Meek, 435 West Second Street, commented that he has owned the property there for 34 years and felt it is the time to develop the land locked part along with the trailer court. IIe further stated that he felt the property owners from "B" to Pacific should all have the same equal opportunity to do what they please with their land. PC Minutes 10-11-76, Page 3 Moved by Robbins, seconded by McHarris to close the public hearing at 8:35 p.m. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 Commissioner McHarris commented that the plot plan does minimize the project and traffic impacts and places the impact on First Street rather than Second Street. After further discussion among the Commissioners, it was moved by Robbins, seconded by Lathrop to continue the matter to the next regular meeting as a closed hearing for a full Commission vote. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 INITIAL Use Permit 76-21 - Pacific Coast Farmers Market to authorize the Farmers Market With take-out foods. Location: 12991 Newport Avenue After Mr. Van Dor~e presented the staff report, the public hearing was opened at 8:45 p.m. Mr. John Mullens, applicant, informed the Commission that there would be no eating on the premises, he would only be selling sand- wiches with the produce. The public hearing was closed at 8:46 p.m. Dr. Flea~le commented that the owner of the Newforth Center would be meeting with him to discuss the renovation of the center. It was moved by Robbins, seconded by McHarris to approve Use Permit 76-21 by the adoption of Resolution No. 1552. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 Use Permit 76-22 - Permit construction of a Public Works Mainte- nance Yard for maintaining and preparing City vehicles and equip- ment for the provision of City Services including refueling oper- ations. Location: School. Westerly of Red }{ill, southerly of Currie Intermediate Dr. Flea~le presented the staff report and commented that the City is filing an application with the Economic Development Administration for a federal grant for the purpose of constructing this maintenance yard. In response to Commissioner McHarris' question pertaining, to the traffic signalization at the corner of Red Hill and School Road, Dr. Fl~a.gle explained that a signal would be installed but as to date it has not been budgeted. Dr. Fleagle also stated that it is planned for the School District to construct their yard on the ad- joining lot and to share refueling facilities. The public hearing was opened at 8:50 p.m. Seeing and hearing no one the hearing was closed at 8:51 p.m. Dr. Fleagle informed the Commission that the School Maintenance Yard is to be placed on the remaining property and their architect is working with our architect to make the sites compatible with each other. The School District will have a public hearing on their site in the near future. Commissioner McHarris commented that he is concerned about the use of the streets on week-ends regarding the public parking for recre- ational uses. Dr. Fleagle responded that the school maintenance yard plan accommodates parking for the ball fields. PC Minutes 10-11-76, Page 4 Moved by McHarris, seconded by Robbins to approve Use Permit 76-22 by the adoption of Resolution No. 1551. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 0 An Amendment to the Z~ing Ordinance (No. 157 as amended) to amend sections 4.7, 4.8, 4.9, and amending Ordinance No. 654~ permitted uses in the Commercial District subject to a Use Permit. Dr. Flea$1e reported that the intent of this amendment is that the Commission will have the opportunity under the use permit procedure to determine the compatibility with other developments of massage parlors and other "adult only" activities. The public hearing was opened at 8:55 p.m. Seeing and hearing no one the hearing was closed at 8:56 p.m. After some discussion pertaining to commercial zones, it was moved by Robbins, seconded by Lathrop, to recommend to the City Counc~ adoption of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment by the adoption of Resolution No. 1554. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 e Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 - Itearing for application for Federal Funds available through the HCD Act of 1974. Dr. Flea~le commented that the Commission should proceed with re- ceiving the input from citizens and agencies as to how best the money could be expended for the third year should it be allocated under terms acceptable to the City Council. The public hearing was opened at 9:00 p.m. Mrs. Bonnie Bath stated that she was confused about the boundary area north of Irvine. Dr. Fleagle informed her that this act is different from the Redevelopment Plan. Dorothy Smith from the League of Women Voters questioned the Com- munity Development Block Grants. The public hearing was closed at 9:05 p.m. After some discussion among the Commission, it was moved by McHarris, seconded by Robbins to recommend the following projects in the fol- lowing order which would fall within the guidelines for ItCDA funding: Replacement of water lines and adequate fire flow in the Old Town Center in the event that the City acquires title to the water lines. The construction of storm drain catch basins and lateral lines to connect to the proposed E1 Camino master storm drain. Construction of sidewalks and curbs, especially as related to pedestrian school traffic within the Old Town Center area. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 PUBLIC CONCERNS Dr. Fleagle explained the California Redevelopment District to the audience and explained that the public hearing for this item would be November 15, 1976. PC Minutes 10-11-76, Page 5 OLD BUSINESS 1. Resolution of approval for Formal Finding (76-2)-Blue Buoy Swim School in the Mult~Jfamily (R-3) Distr~c~. Moved by McHarris, seconded by Lathrop to approve Resolution No. 1550 which finds that a swim school is a permitted use in the Multi-family Residential District, subject to a Use Permit. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 Resolution of Approval for Amendment (76-2C) to the Tustin Area General Plan for property located on the east side of Holt, north of Irvine Boulevard. Moved by Lathro~, seconded by McHarris to adopt Resolution No. 1553 which' amends the general plan to reclassify the property to Multi-family Residential use. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 NEW BUSINESS Proposed Amendment 76-3 to the Circulation Element of the Orange County General Plan. Moved by Robbins, seconded_ b~ Lathrop that the Commission recommend to the City Council the endorsement of the amendments as proposed and the reclassification of Irvine Boulevard. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION - None CORRESPONDENCE 1. City of Orange General Plan Amendment 3-76 Moved by McHarris, seconded by Robbins, to request the Mayor to sign the drafted correspondence regarding the General Plan Amendment and Environment Impact Report 3-76. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 STAFF CONCERNS Criterion Development Berm Moved by McHarris, seconded by Lathrop, that the City grant the Criterion Development Company a Certificate of Occupancy at such time that a Declaration of Restrictions is recorded, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, stipulating that if at any time the City desires to install sidewalks in front of the development, the owner of the property will regrade the public right of way in ac- cordance with City standards at no cost to the City. MOTION CARRIED: 3-0 COMMISSION CONCERNS Commissioner McHarris requested that the matter pertaining to the Public Concerns portion of the meeting be discussed at the next regular meeting. ADJOURN MENT Moved by Lathro~, seconded b~ McHarris to adjourn at 9:43 p.m. to the next regular meeting. ?7 CHAIRMAN OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION P'LANNIN% COMMISSIO~ RECORDING SEC'RETARY