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Home My WebLink AboutPC Minutes 04-24-12NO—=% MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 24, 2012 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Kozak ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Thompson Chair Pro Tern Puckett Commissioners Eckman, Kozak, Moore Staff Present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Lois Bobak, Assistant City Attorney Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Amy Stonich, Senior Planner Ryan Swiontek, Associate Planner Edmelynne Huffer, Associate Planner Adrianne DiLeva, Recording Secretary None PUBLIC CONCERNS: CONSENT CALENDAR: Approved 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES — APRIL 10, 2012, PLANNING COMMISSION. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the April 10, 2012, meeting as provided. Motion: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Eckman to move the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. Adopted Resolution 2. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2011-04 & DESIGN No. 4196 as amended REVIEW 2011-02. The applicant is proposing to replace the twelve (12) existing panel antennas with new eight (8) foot antennas and add six (6) new remote radio units within the tower enclosure. All new equipment serving the facility will be located within the existing equipment structure at the rear of the property. An additional small GPS antenna mounted on the outside of the existing equipment structure is also proposed. The proposed improvements will necessitate a four (4) foot increase in the height of the tower structure. This would result in an overall height of forty-nine (49) feet or seventeen and a half (17.5) feet above the existing roofline, which is in compliance with the maximum height of fifty (50) allowed within the zoning district. The tower extension would be of a material, color, and finish to match the existing tower. APPLICANT: Coastal Business Group (AT&T) 16460 Bake Pkwy, Ste 100 Irvine, CA 92618 PROPERTY OWNER: Tustin Pacific Investments, LLC 1601 Dove Street Newport Beach, CA 92660 LOCATION: 1421 & 1451 Edinger Avenue ENVIRONMENTAL: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 (Class 1) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4196, approving Conditional Use Permit 2011-04 and Design Review 2011-02 authorizing modifications to an existing wireless facility located at 1421 & 1451 Edinger Avenue. Swiontek Presented the staff report for CUP 2011-04 and DR 2011-02. Minutes — Planning Commission April 24, 2012 — Page 2 of 5 M Planning Commission questions generally included clarification on the type of permits issued and height of the GPS antennas on the roofline. Commissioner Eckman recommended clarifying that the permits were building related. The public hearing opened at 7:13 p.m. Chris Voss stepped forward representing the applicant, Coastal Business Group. Mr. Voss stated AT&T has reviewed and accepts the conditions of approval. He addressed Planning Commission questions regarding the antenna height, and ensured the Commission that the antennas would be fully enclosed within the new structure. The public hearing closed at 7:15 p.m. The Planning Commission entered into discussion of the item. Chair Pro Tern Puckett stated the antennas were well camouflaged, and he hadn't noticed the existing antennas on the site. Chair Thompson stated it would be great of all antennas within the City could be screened so well. Motion: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kozak, to adopt Resolution No. 4196 as amended. Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS: Received and filed 3. SUMMARY OF PROJECTS. This report provides a list of projects and activities since the Year in Review report provided at the January 10, 2012, Planning Commission meeting. The list focuses on the status of projects that the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, or staff approved; major improvement projects; Certificates of Appropriateness; Code Enforcement activities; and, other items of interest. That the Planning Commission receive and file this item. Huffer Presented the Summary of Projects to the Planning Commission. Puckett Stated it is wonderful to see all the projects being done in Tustin and that Tustin is a great place to live. Kozak Agreed with Chair Pro Tern Puckett. Noted that the $400,000 limit for construction and business license fee waivers has been Minutes — Planning Commission April 24, 2012 — Page 3 of 5 Kozak cont. reached nine months into the program. Added that Tustin is a great place to start a business. Eckman Excited to see all the projects taking place in Tustin. Asked how many citations are pending for unsafe housing. Moore Inquired regarding shopping cart abatement and removing any loose shopping carts. Thompson Thanked staff for the presentation, and recommended the item be received and filed. a - WiTa I FST01 Z N So" The Director reported as follows: • City Council adopted the in-lieu parking fee waiver through establishing a $60 fee; • The Design Review for 195 El Camino Real will be reagendized for the next Planning Commission meeting. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Eckman Reviewed the final Cultural Resources District Residential Design Guidelines, thought it was put together well, and thanked staff for their hard work; • Congratulated the Neighborhood Improvement Task Force on their APA award. Stated NITF is a great program, and would like to see a similar program implemented in the city in which he works. Moore 0 Attended the ribbon cutting for the Pozzuoli Vineyard and Wineary, stated it was a great event; • Inquired regarding the proper protocol for contacting an applicant/member outside of the purview of a public hearing. Kozak Added his congratulations for the NITF program in receiving an APA award at an upcoming ceremony; • Reminded the audience that Tustin Take-Back Day is upcoming, as well as the Tustin Old Town Promenade and Home/Garden Tour. Puckett Thanked CR&R for the potting soil give-away event; • Wanted to attend the ribbon cutting event for Pozzuoli's, but went to Pazelle's on accident; Minutes — Planning Commission April 24, 2012 — Page 4 of 5 Puckett cont. • Stated a Volunteer Recognition Luncheon sponsored by the Tustin Community Foundation is upcoming as well as a High Tea at the Wilcox Manor; • Morey's Place is a new local restaurant in Tustin and a great place to eat; • State of the City Luncheon is upcoming; • Congratulated the Tustin High School Dance Team on winning the National Champions title. Thompson • Attended the OC Moves Steering Committee Meeting where Janet Kavinoky, Executive Director of U.S. Chamber of Commerce, spoke. • Attended the OCTA CAC Meeting and was updated on the new M2020 Transportation Plan and provided an update on the Plan to City Council. • Congratulated the Public Works Department on the final approval for funding by OCTA on the Tustin Ranch Road extension project. 7:38 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. 1 /4- Z: 1 171) ETHA.BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary Minutes — Planning Commission April 24, 2012 — Page 5 of 5