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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 06-10-02 MINUTES TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING June 10, 2002 7:00 p.m. Given All present Staff present None Approved Adopted Resolution No. 3833 Davert Kozak Jennings CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director Doug Holland, Deputy City Attorney Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Matt West, Assistant Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PUBLIC CONCERNS CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MAY 13, 2002, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. It was moved by Jennings, seconded by Kozak, to approve the Minutes of the May 13, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. Motion carried 5-0. DESIGN REVIEW 01-032 REQUESTING AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH A MINOR ROOF-MOUNTED WIRELESS FACILITY ON AN EXISTING MEDICAL BUILDING FOR AN OVERALL HEIGHT OF FIFTY-SEVEN (57) FEET. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 14662 NEWPORT AVENUE IN THE PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3833 approving Design Review 01-032. Pulled Item No. 2 for a separate motion and discussion; stated this project is exactly the type of wireless facility the Planning Commission wants to see; noted it is beautifully camouflaged into the medical center plaza; and, asked if other Commissioners wished to comment on the facility. Indicated he visited the site yesterday to visualize how the screens would appear; after seeing the materials tonight, offered his congratulations to the applicant and staff for bringing this project forward for public review. Stated her agreement with Chairman Davert's and Commissioner Kozak's comments. It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Jennings, to adopt Resolution No. 3833. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 1 Adopted Resolution No. 3832 7:03 p.m. West Kozak West Hamilton West Hamilton Jennings Hamilton Matt Jennings Director Denny Director Davert 7:11 p.m. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 02-009 REQUESTING AUTHORIZATION TO OPERATE A HEALTH CLUB. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 13112 NEWPORT AVENUE, SUITE A, IN THE PLANNED COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (PC-C) ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3832 approving Conditional Use Permit 02-009. The Public Hearing opened. Presented the staff report. Asked for clarification on the parking summary calculations regarding the on-street parking being included. Answered that this is a unique situation with the private street, Packers Circle, and shared parking between the apartments to the east and the Center; and, added there are 22 parking spaces for joint use. Stated he was confused about what is in Suite E because the name seems to be the same name as the one on the temporary sign at Suite A; and, asked if tonight's applicant has operations in Suite E at the present time. Indicated this tenant is not currently in the building; the only tenant similar would be Miss Jodi's Learning Center. Stated the sign was for "Bali Mall." Noted that would be Bali Tan, a tanning salon. Indicated the Bali Tan sign seemed to be advertising the business in Suite A. Stated the temporary banner is located on the front of the building at Suite A, but the use is in Suite E. Stated the parking plan allowing one car per three clients seems to suggest that people will be carpooling. Noted that is the parking standard for assembly areas with non-fixed seating; gyms are not calculated differently based on the assembly- type use; other uses that might fall within that category would be a batting cages, skating facilities, churches, etc. Stated he spoke with the Director earlier today about the parking situation, specifically Condition 2.7 requiring this applicant to do a parking study if problems are presented in the future; and, asked if this burden should be shared equally among the tenants. Indicated Condition 2.7 is designed to put something in place in the event there is a parking problem; and, noted this is a standard condition on any project that proposes a more intensified use or involves a shared parking arrangement. Added that any applicant seeking a conditional use permit would be required to do the same. The Public Hearing closed. Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 2 Jennings Davert Hamilton West Director Denny Director Davert Denny Davert Director Director reported Stated that Weight Watchers and Ruby's get very full; suggested a parking problem seems inevitable; and, added that she is pleased to see a facility especially designed for women and is delighted to have such an innovative program in Tustin, but anticipates that inadequate parking may create problems. Noted he shares Commissioner Jennings' concerns but feels that Condition 2.7 is adequate regarding possible parking issues. Stated his support of the project. It was moved by Hamilton, seconded by Jennings, to adopt Resolution No. 3832. Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS: 4. PROJECT SUMMARY. The summary focuses on the status of projects that the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, or Community Development Director approved, major improvement projects, and other items of interest. Specifically pointed out that Albertsons' plans have been submitted into plancheck; the Village of Hope building permits have been issued; the Make-A-Wish Foundation project at Redhill and Mitchell was completed on April 5; and, the Edinger widening is nearly complete and expected to be finished by the end of this month. Added that grading and building permits have also been issued for Dr. Helms' project in Old Town. Asked what the service retail is on Dr. Helms' project. Stated that Dr. Helms is a chiropractor; his father is a plumber. Stated that he is always pleased to see the project summary, because it puts into perspective the numerous projects that are going on in the City, many of which involved the Planning Commission. Asked if staff has any idea when the car wash across from City Hall will be finished. Interjected that the extra time will be worth it, because Baskin Robbins is coming back to Tustin and will be located in the retail building at the corner of Centennial Way and Main Street. Indicated the project is moving slowly because the car wash continues to operate while under construction. STAFF CONCERNS: = REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE MAY 20, 2002, AND JUNE 3, 2002, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. The City Council held the first and second readings on the Business License Regulations; Ordinance No. 1252 and Resolution No. 02-57, with slight modifications, become effective July 3, 2002. The City Council held the second reading of and adopted Ordinance No. 1251 relating to office uses within the Central Commercial (C-2) Zoning District and the Cultural Resources Overlay District. Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 3 Hamilton Davert Director Dave~ Hamilton Director Jennings Denny Director Davert Director Denny COMMISSION CONCERNS: Stated, regarding the language in Condition 1.10 of the Cingular staff report, requiring accommodation of additional carriers to co-locate at fair market value seems to place the full financial burden on the initial carrier. Noted this language comes from the wireless standards developed through debate over the past several years. Indicated that "fair market value" is the key phrase; and, added that providers prefer co-location because it lowers the costs for both providers. Noted that the Federal Communications Commission regulates wireless facilities; the Planning Commission exerted what little control was possible in proposing the guidelines. Indicated he enjoyed the State of the City address. Stated he was one of the Chili Cook-Off judges; the experience taught him a great deal about chili. Noted he observed the gates across the street from Cedar Grove, which look very nice. Stated there is trash along the southbound I-5 at the Tustin Ranch Road exit. Remarked that the sign at the car wash site across from the Revere House indicates construction will begin in the spring. Noted the grading permit has been issued for the site. Shared her appreciation regarding the copy of the Los Angeles Times article provided at the dais; and, added it was her impression that the article presented a very positive image of the City and its residents. Indicated the Arco station at San Juan and Redhill is unsightly; and, suggested that something be done to motivate these people to get moving on replacing those underground tanks. Stated this is a nondiscretionary action; the Building Code allows for a great deal of latitude in these types of projects; the only recourse would be a modification of the Uniform Building Code as amended locally; since this sort of thing is happening in various cities, amending the Code may be a good idea. Asked if this could be addressed as a code enforcement issue. Answered that unless it presents a true nuisance condition, there is nothing code enforcement can do; and, added if the contractor is requesting timely inspections, there is no violation of the law. Stated he also enjoyed the Chili Cook-off and especially appreciated the work of the City staff and the contractors in keeping the construction area neat and orderly. Noted the City Council has scheduled a Budget Workshop; and, suggested the Planning Commissioners should provide any help possible to the Council in terms of the advising the State leaders to stay out of local government. Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 4 Kozak Director Hamilton Davert Director Davert Director Kozak Davert 7:35 p.m. Echoed the comments of Commissioners Hamilton and Denny regarding the Chili Cook-Off and State of the City address, noting it is exciting to see the increased attendance at these events. Stated it is encouraging to see the amount of building activity shown in the project summary; and, referred specifically to the Village of Hope, the completed Make-A-Wish Foundation project at Redhill and Mitchell, and the Edinger widening project. Stated the alley between Packers Square and the Tustin Heights buildings facing Irvine Boulevard is unsightly--the most obvious blights are the numbers of uncovered large trash bins. Asked if there is any plan to relocate the driveway to the north of Ruby's at the intersection of Newport and Irvine. Indicated that driveway may be closed; stated that staff can provide a copy of the plans for those improvements to the Commission; and, suggested, after the budget is approved, staff can ask the Director of Public Works to provide an update of the ClP projects. Stated he also noted trash and weeds growing through cracks in the asphalt in the Packers Square alley referred to by Commissioner Kozak. Echoed the other Commissioners' remarks regarding the Chili Cook-Off and State of the City. Noted it is encouraging to see the various projects underway in Old Town. Suggested, since MCAS-Tustin has now been transferred to the City, it may be helpful for the Redevelopment Agency to update the Planning Commission on the Reuse Plan. Indicated the Caltrans pamel at what was the McFadden off ramp from SR-55 (near the piano store) is filled with weeds and trash. Stated that is an excess pamel which one of the adjacent landowners was interested in pumhasing; the sale of that pamel apparently has not gone through. Noted the Tustin population sign on Fairhaven is incorrect. Stated the City does not have control of modifying those signs, but staff will follow up with Caltrans since the 2000 Census and Department of Finance figures are available. Suggested, since summer is near, it might be a good idea to coordinate staff and Commission schedules to determine whether there will be any dark days. Announced his second daughter, Laura Ann, was born at 11:16 this morning. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Denny, to adjoum. Motion carried 5-0. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 5 Douglass S. Davert Chairperson Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary Minutes - Planning Commission June 10, 2002 - Page 6