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Home My WebLink AboutPC Minutes 12-11-12SENIOR MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION DECEMBER 11, 2012 Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: 1111 111111111111 111111 a a 4 *A ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Kozak Chair Pro Tern Thompson Commissioners Altowaiji, and Eckman Absent: Commissioner Moore Staff Present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development Dana L. Ogdon, Assistant Director of Community Development Justina Wilikom, Principal Planner Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner NEW Amy Stonich, Senior Planner Edmelynne V. Huffer, Associate Planner Eric Loke, Associate Engineer Erica Rabe, City Clerk Services Specialist CONSENT CALENDAR: Approved 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES — NOVEMBER 13, 2012, PLANNING COMMISSION. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the November 13, 2012, meeting as provided. Motion: It was moved by Eckman, seconded by Thompson, to move the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 1 of 7 Adopted Resolution 2. CODE AMENDMENT (CA) 2012-03, MINOR No's 4213 & 4214 as ADJUSTMENT (MA) 2012-02, CONDITIONAL USE amended PERMIT (CUP) 2012-13, AND DESIGN REVIEW (DR) 2012-007. The Kiddie Academy Child Care Learning Centers provides day care and learning center services throughout the country. The project applicant is a franchisee and operates a Kiddie Academy center in Irvine, and is proposing to open a second location at 14501 Newport Avenue, at the Walnut Avenue intersection. The applicant proposes to demolish the existing 1,500 square-foot structure and construct a new 6,300 square-foot building, parking lot, and playground areas. APPLICANT: Joseph Haikal Kiddie Academy of Irvine 16655 Noyes Avenue Irvine, CA 92606 Wfflimm OWNER: Christopher and Kathryn Scott Family Trust Heidi Scott (Trustee) 3158 Skyline Drive Oceanside, CA 92056 PROJECT LOCATION: 14501 Newport Avenue Tustin, CA 92780 ENVIRONMENTAL: Code Amendment 2012-04 is considered a "project" subject to the terms of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The City has prepared an Initial Study and Negative Declaration for the Code Amendment in accordance with the City of Tustin's procedures regarding implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act. Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2012-13, Design Review (DR) 2012-007, and Minor Adjustment (MA) 2012-02 are categorically exempt (Class 3 - new construction or conversion of small structures) pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 2 of 7 ' i �• i That the Planning Commission: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 4213 recommending that the Tustin City Council adopt Ordinance No. 1425, approving Code Amendment 2012 -04, establishing a new parking option for day care facilities with adequate drop - off /pick -up area. 2. Adopt Resolution No. 4214 approving Conditional Use Permit 2012 -13, Design Review 2012 -007, and Minor Adjustment 2012 -02, authorizing the construction of a new 6,300 square -foot day care center with reduced parking at 14501 Newport Avenue (all contingent on City Council approval of Ordinance No. 1425). Huffer Gave a presentation of the item. Planning Commission questions included: the orientation of the drop -off area in relation to the proposed parking spaces on the lot; two separate irrevocable dedications for both Newport and Walnut; landscaping details along Newport; flood control easements at the subject property; soil remediation since the property was previously used as a service station; an explanation of the parking control plan; elements of the project construction which would need to be moved after the dedication of the right -of -way; left -turns and traffic queuing becoming an issue; and, adding a strong barrier at the corner of Newport and Walnut to ensure the safety of the children in the event of a vehicle colliding into the corner. The public hearing opened at 7:28 p.m. The applicant, Joseph Haikal, addressed the Commission's question regarding the retaining wall at Newport and Walnut. Mr. Haikal stated that the cement wall is internally reinforced with steel bars and that it would withstand a vehicular collision and effectively protect the children. Mr. Haikal added that he would not object to submitting a drop - off /pick -up management plan to the Community Development Director for approval. He explained the elements of this circulation plan compared to his current Kiddie Academy location in Irvine. Mr. Haikal stated that due to staggered drop -off times, queuing would not become an issue. The public hearing closed at 7:35 p.m. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 3 of 7 ow-ft Altowaiji Inquired further on the irrevocable right-of-way dedication and when it would become effective. Stated that it is an overall great project which will benefit the community. Eckman Wished the applicant had more room to work with on the project site, but stated this use is a welcome addition to the City. Is in support of the proposed project. Thompson Stated the building has a flexible design complementing the surrounding retail uses. Requested clarity on Conditions 2.3 and 2.5. Kozak Echoed the positive comments of his fellow Commissioners and appreciated the advanced planning done for this project. Would like to add language to the conditions of approval to ensure that the applicant submits a drop-off/pick-up and parking management plan to the Director for approval. Called for a motion to adopt the Resolutions. Motion: It was moved by Altowaiji, seconded by Eckman, to adopt Resolution No's 4213 and 4214 as amended. Motion carried 4-0. WIN Adopted Resolution 3. CODE AMENDMENT 2012-03 (ORDINANCE 1418) No. 4212 UPDATE TO THE CITY OF TUSTIN PARKING CODE. Code Amendment (CA) 2012-03 includes amendments to the Part 6 Off-Street Parking section of the Tustin City Code. The text amendments involve revisions to parking requirements and regulations to strengthen and clarify the off-street parking standards and ensure consistency with the goals and objectives of the General Plan. The proposed amendment addresses issues with the 2008 code and further clarifies parking standards and strengthens certain parts of the Code as follows: • Clarification of maintenance requirements; • Establishing parking requirements for new land uses; • Establishing parking criteria for small and large commercial centers; • Combining parking design standards for residential and non-residential uses; • Addressing loading spaces; • Updating figures; and, • Adding definitions. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 4 of 7 The proposed code amendment is considered a "project" and is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). City staff has prepared an Initial Study which was available for public review from November 22, 2012 through December 11, 2012. The Planning Commission is requested to review the initial study and recommend that the City Council consider and adopt the Draft Negative Declaration. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4212 recommending that the Tustin City Council adopt a Negative Declaration and approve CA 2012-03 (Draft Ordinance No. 1418) amending Article 9 Chapter 2 of the Tustin City Code Off-Street Parking. Huffer Gave a presentation on the item. Planning Commission questions included: specifying stall dimensions; City review over maintenance requirements such as 0-1 restriping; changes in the parking ratio based on lot and building size; detailed maintenance requirements for residential properties; and requested additional information on the language used within the code. The public hearing opened and closed at 8:08 p.m. No members of the public stepped forward. Thompson Thanked staff for providing the Commission with a preliminary transmittal of the item for their review and comments. Kozak Thanked staff for their hard work on this item. Stated it is great to keep Ordinances updated and current to help developers within the City. Motion: It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Altowaiji, to adopt Resolution No. 4212. Motion carried 4-0. None REGULAR BUSINESS STAFF CONCERNS: The Director wished the Planning Commission Happy Holidays on behalf of the Community Development Department. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 5 of 7 COMMISSION CONCERNS: Altowaiji Wished everyone Happy Holidays; • Attended the City of Tustin tree-lighting ceremony; • Attended the seating of the new City Councilmembers. Congratulated the new appointees; • Attended the unveiling of the Citrus Ranch Park mosaic, congratulated the Parks and Recreation Department on this event. Eckman Attended a luncheon for the International Code Council for the Orange Empire Chapter. Congratulated Tustin Building Official Henry Huang on becoming the Chapter President for 2013; • Congratulated Chuck Puckett and Dr. Allan Bernstein on their elections to City Council; • Also attended the Citrus Ranch Park mosaic dedication, stated the artist did a fantastic job and the results are amazing; • Attended the Christmas tree-lighting ceremony; • Wished everyone and their families a safe and happy Holiday. SHEEN Thompson Attended the Mayor's Thanksgiving Breakfast, and the Orange County Business Council Infrastructure Committee Meeting; • Congratulated Mayor Al Murray and Mayor Pro Tern Chuck Puckett on their appointments; • Wished everyone Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukah. Kozak 0 Enjoyed attending the Mayor's Thanksgiving Breakfast; • Congratulated the new members of the City Council as well as the new appointments of Mayor Al Murray and Mayor Pro Tern Chuck Puckett. Looks forward to working with them; • Attended the Citrus Ranch Park mosaic dedication and would like to see similar projects take place at other parks throughout the City; • Thanked staff for their hard work this evening and their continued support to the Planning Commission and City Council; • Stated Tustin Pride is honoring homes with festive and creative holiday decorations; • Announced that Commissioner Moore is now a proud Grandfather, and that he left comments to be transmitted to staff stating that the staff reports for this evening were very comprehensive and he thanks them for their work; • Wished everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and Happy New Year. Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 6 of 7 8:19 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way, kL�1� ST OZAK Chairperson ELIZABETH A. BINSACK Planning Commission Secretary Minutes — Planning Commission December 11, 2012 — Page 7 of 7