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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01 PC Minutes 08-28-12 Item # 1 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION AUGUST 28, 2012 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m. Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chair Pro Tem Kozak ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Pro Tem Kozak Commissioners Eckman, Thompson, Moore Staff Present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Dana L. Ogdon, Assistant Director of Community Development Justina Willkom, Principal Planner Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Ryan Swiontek, Associate Planner Edmelynne Hutter, Associate Planner Adrianne DiLeva, Recording Secretary Chair: Kozak 1. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION. Chair Pro Tem: Thompson th At the July 24 Planning Commission meeting, Chairperson Chuck Puckett announced his intent to run for a position on the Tustin City Council in the fall elections. Chair Puckett resigned from his position on the Planning Commission effective as of the date his campaign papers were filed with the City Clerk’s office. The Planning Commission will now reorganize, electing a new Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem pursuant to standard procedures. Motion: It was moved by Thompson to elect Chair Pro Tem Kozak as Chairperson, seconded by Eckman. Motion carried 4-0. Motion: It was moved by Moore to elect Commissioner Thompson as Chair Pro Tem, seconded by Eckman. Motion carried 4-0. PUBLIC CONCERNS Chuck Puckett addressed the Commission; offered his congratulations to Chair Kozak and Chair Pro Tem Thompson; noted what a pleasure it was serving with the current Commission; and, stated the City of Tustin is in good hands under Chair Kozak’s leadership along with all the Commissioners. Approved CONSENT CALENDAR: 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JULY 24, 2012, PLANNING COMMISSION. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the July 24, 2012, meeting as provided. 3. COMMERCIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES AND CITY TOUR. A memo has been transmitted to the Planning Commission with updates regarding staff’s progress on the Commercial Design Guidelines document, and a status update on the upcoming City of Tustin tour. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file the item. Motion: It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Moore, to move the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Adopted Resolution 4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2012-07 FOR ON-SITE No. 4199 as amended ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES (TYPE 41) AT A NEW RESTAURANT IN AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE. The proposal is a request to sell beer and wine beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with a restaurant use. In accordance with Tustin City Code, the establishment of on-site sale alcoholic beverages in conjunction with a restaurant requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit and is subject to the City’s Alcoholic Beverage Sales Establishment Guidelines which provide specific requirements for a bona-fide restaurant use. Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 2 of 8 APPLICANT: Jong Han Lee (a.k.a. Luke Lee) L2 Business & Development, Inc. 2655 Burrier Lane Tustin, CA 92782 PROPERTY OWNER: Tustin Heights SC LP 1621-B South Melrose Drive Vista, CA 92081 PROJECT LOCATION: 1150 Irvine Blvd. ENVIRONMENTAL: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15301, Class 1. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4199, approving on-site alcoholic beverage sales (Type 41) in conjunction with a new restaurant business in an existing 4,290 square-foot tenant space. Hutter Gave a presentation on the item. Planning Commission questions included: operating hours of the restaurant; consistency with other businesses in the center; public response to the project; and, Tustin Police Department’s review of the project to control for alcohol saturation in the area. The public hearing opened at 7:16 p.m. Thomas Kim stepped forward representing the applicant. Stated the business is looking forward to becoming a part of the Tustin community, and appreciates the Commission’s consideration of the project. The public hearing closed at 7:17 p.m. Eckman Stated that the conditions are sufficient for the project, and is therefore in favor of supporting the project. Moore Is in support of the use, and is excited to have the business coming to Tustin. Inquired about the process if the applicant wanted to establish live entertainment at the business. Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 3 of 8 Thompson Stated staff has done a great job presenting the background on the project. Requested modification to condition 2.3 in that if there is a request to extend the operating hours further, that the applicant come back to modify the CUP. Kozak Thanked the applicant and stated the project would be a great addition to the center. Requested that modifications be made to condition 2.10 for clarification purposes. Motion: It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Eckman, to adopt Resolution No. 4199 as amended. Motion carried 4-0. Adopted Resolutions 5. USE DETERMINATION 2012-03 AND CONDITIONAL 4200 and 4201 as USE PERMIT 2012-09 TO ESTABLISH A GOODWILL amended THRIFT STORE WITH DONATION AREA. Goodwill Industries of Orange County is proposing tenant improvements to the existing 11,000 square foot tenant space which will include an 8,180 square foot open retail space with the remaining space devoted to operations and donation processing. The proposed donation area would comprise 1,920 square feet and be located at the rear of the building. A new eight (8) foot wide by ten (10) foot high roll up door is proposed along the rear wall of the building, fronting Centennial Way. The roll-up door would provide access to the donation area and serve as the collection point. The new roll up door would also result in the re-location of a man door along the same elevation. Both doors would be painted to match the building. APPLICANT: Goodwill Industries of OC 410 Fairview Street Santa Ana, CA 92703 PROPERTY OWNER: PK II Larwin Square SC LP 23 Mauchley, Suite 100 Irvine, CA 92618 PROJECT LOCATION: 502 East First Street Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 4 of 8 ENVIRONMENTAL: This project is categorically exempt pursuant to section 15301 (Class 1) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 4200, approving Use Determination 2012-03 to allow thrift stores with donation areas as a conditionally permitted use within the commercial land use designations of the First Street Specific Plan. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 4201, approving Conditional Use Permit 2012-09 to establish a Goodwill thrift store with donation area located at 502 E. First Street. Swiontek Gave a presentation on the item. The Director stated for the record that additional public comments received after production of the agenda package were provided to the Commission at the dais. Chair Kozak confirmed that the Commission received and reviewed the public comments. Planning Commission questions included: screening the donation area; the application’s consistency and compatibility with the First Street Specific Plan updates which are upcoming; general operations of the donation area; proximity of the trash enclosure on the property; a parking/traffic control plan; control of donations after-hours; and, operating hours of donation areas at other Goodwill locations. The public hearing opened at 7:44 p.m. Mike Easton, representing the applicant, stated that he manages Goodwill projects throughout Orange County, and that the industry has received positive feedback at their current locations. Stated they are willing to address all of the Commission’s concerns including ensuring the back area of the store is kept clean, and the donation area is properly screened. Mr. Easton explained that the trash enclosure would be adequate since the store will Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 5 of 8 not dispose of unwanted donations at the location; rather, they are taken to a regional processing center for sorting. He added that there will be no permanent trailer parked at the location to accept donations. Stated they would not be opposed to a security camera at the back of the location for further monitoring the area. Corrine Allen spoke representing the applicant. Ms. Allen stated that Goodwill Industries would comply with the City’s noise ordinance for drop-off and pick-up of goods to the location. Ms. Allen elaborated that there is a night “sweep” of the area’s Goodwill locations to pick up any donations which may have been left after hours. She added that this location is called “Threads” and promotes high-end name-brand products, she is excited for the use to come to the community. The Director commented that Goodwill Industries should be permitted to do anything that any other retail facility is allowed to do, which may include temporary storage at the site or temporary outdoor retail sales at a reasonable basis. Noted that the Conditions of Approval serve as a precitation notice keeping the applicant and property owner responsible for upholding the conditions. The public hearing closed at 8:10 p.m. Moore Requested clarification to condition 1.5 to ensure both the applicant and property owners are responsible for the Conditions of Approval serving as a precitation notice. Suggested a modification to the outdoor signage prohibiting donations from being left anywhere except being taken inside, as well as clarifying that the donation area is ancillary to the use. Eckman Stated his inquiry regarding signage for controlling drop-off to the donation area was adequately responded to. Kozak Summarized Commission comments with changes to conditions 1.5 – adding clarification of responsibility of the property owner, 1.7 – adding additional personnel to monitor the site if necessary, 2.1 – modifying a typographical error, 2.2 – indicating no permanent storage or trailers/bins. Stated based on the modifications made to the item this evening, that the business will be compatible. Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 6 of 8 Thompson Requested that under condition 2.8, a striping plan be submitted to control parking and traffic flow for the donation area, and that condition 2.6 address the installation of an appropriate security system. Stated he is pleased with the modifications recommended by his fellow Commissioners. Motion: It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Moore to adopt Resolutions 4200 and 4201 as amended. Motion carried 4-0. None REGULAR BUSINESS STAFF CONCERNS: The Director inquired on the Commission’s availability for a citywide projects tour. Requested that the Commission adjourn to the tour set at 5:30 on September 11, 2012. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Eckman  Stated school starts in Tustin next week, cautioned drivers to be safe while commuting;  Requested to close the meeting in honor of Chuck Puckett to thank him for his service on the Planning Commission. Moore  Thanked staff for their presentation;  Hopes everyone enjoys their Labor Day weekend. Thompson  Congratulated Tustin Toyota on their grand opening event. Stated they have done a fantastic job on the renovation of their facility;  Thanked Chuck Puckett for so many years of service to the City of Tustin;  Congratulated Chair Kozak on his third time as Planning Commission Chairperson;  Commented that with the upcoming retirements of city employees, requested that the employees who worked directly with the Planning Commission come to an upcoming meeting for recognition and to thank them for their services;  Stated he is back to school as well, and is looking forward to completing his program soon. Kozak  Thanked staff for their work this evening;  Congratulated Chair Pro Tem Thompson on his appointment;  Thanked Chuck Puckett for his service; Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 7 of 8 Kozak cont. th Attended the 14 Annual Enderle Center Classic Car Show; th  Attended the 12 Annual Broadway in the Park where he also celebrated with Chuck and Donna Puckett on thier th 47 wedding anniversary;  Attended the dedication of new playground equipment at Columbus Tustin Park. Noted that this is the first playground in the City to be fully accessible for physically handicapped children;  Also noted that school starts next week and that drivers should use caution. 8:30 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next special meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at 5:30 p.m. meeting outside of the Council Chambers for a citywide projects tour. Closed in Honor of Chuck Puckett. Minutes – Planning Commission August 28, 2012 – Page 8 of 8