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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04 P.C. ACTION AGENDA 06-05-00NO. 4 6-5-00 ACTION AGENDA TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 2000 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Bell ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Kozak, Bell, Davert, 'Kawashima and Pontious Absent: None Staff: Elizabeth Binsack, Director of Community Development Rita Westfield, Assistant Director, Community Development Karen Peterson, Senior Planner Lois Bobak, Deputy City Attorney Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Doug Anderson, Senior Project Manager (Transportation) PUBLIC CONCERNS: There were no public concerns. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Minutes of the May 8, 2000 Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious' seconded to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: m Conditional Use Permit 00-011 a request for authorization to establish a temporary auto storage facility located on a portion of vacant land near Myford Road between El Camino Real and the 1_5 freeway for up to 314 vehicles for seven (7) years. This project is located within the East Tustin Specific Plan, Planned Community Mixed Use (PC-MU)land use designation. APPLICANT: TUSTIN AUTO CENTER ASSOCIATION PREMIER PROPERTIES ATTN: REED CHESWORTH Planning Commission ,-,genda May 22, 2000 Page 2 PROPERTY OWNERS: CITY OF TUSTIN RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3726 certifying adequate Final Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit 00-011 and Resolution No. 3727 approving Conditional Use Permit 00-011. Presentation: Minoo Ashabi, Associate Planner Commissioner Pontious moved, Commissioner Davert seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 3726 certifying adequate Final Negative Declaration for Conditional Use Permit 00-011 and Resolution No. 3727 modified as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TUSTIN APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 00-011 AUTHORIZING TEMPORARY OPERATION OF AN AUTO STORAGE FACILITY FOR NEW VEHICLES ONLY ON A VACANT PARCEL BETWEEN EL CAMINO REAL AND SANTA ANA FREEWAY (I-5) FOR SEVEN (7) YEARS. Add Condition 2.15 to read as follows: "The site shall be used for the operation of an auto storage facility for new vehicles only. Used or pre-owned vehicles are prohibited from storage on site." Motion carried 5-0. REGULAR BUSINESS:' . City of Tustin General Plan Annual Report and Housing Element Progress Report Presentation: Rita Westfield, Assistant Director, Community Development RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 3715 recommending that the City Council adopt the 2000 Annual Report on the status of the Tustin General Plan. Chairman Kozak moved, Commissioner Davert seconded to adopt Resolution No. 3715 recommending that the City Council adopt the 2000 Annual Report on the status of the Tustin General Plan. Motion carried 5-0. Planning Commission Agenda May 22, 2000 Page 3 4, Project Status: 14701 Charloma - At the May 8, 2000 Planning Commission meeting, Commissioner Davert requested information about the new construction at the residence at 14701 Chadoma. Presentation: Karen Peterson, Senior Planner RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission receive and file this report. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. w Fencing for Tustin Post Office Expansion - At the May 8, 2000 Planning Commission meeting, a resident of Parque Santiago Mobile Home Park at 215 S. Prospect Avenue spoke in opposition to the planned wrought iron fencing along the southern boundary of the Tustin Post office expansion. Presentation: Karen Peterson, Senior Planner RECOMMENDATION That the Planning Commission receive and file this report. Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded to receive and file the subject report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS: 6. Report on Actions taken at the May 15, 2000 City Council Meeting Elizabeth A. Binsack, Director of Community Development, reported: The settlement agreement was approved with Mitsui/SBD American Fund, owner of 17432-42 Mitchell Avenue, a 20-unit senior apartment complex approved at double the density and half the parking, restricted to 62 years of age or older. The agreement was necessary due to lack of compliance with the age restriction. The Council requested that the Mayor forward a letter to the TCA Board identifying their concems related to locating cell site facilities along the Eastern Transportation Corridor. The Director will keep the Commission informed with respect to this project as it progresses. Chairman Kozak mentioned the stealth antenna on the light standards at Tustin Sports Park which the Director has suggested to colleagues on the Aesthetics Committee as an alternative. Planning Commission Agenda May 22, 2000 Page 4 7. Project Summary The summary focuses on the status of projects that the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, or Community Development Director approved, major tenant improvement projects, and other items of interest. Presentation: Ka. ren Peterson, Senior Planner Chairman Kozak noted that the two new Code Enforcement officers joining the City will enhance the City's ability for code enforcement. Commissioner Pontious questioned why Acorn Naturalist seems stalled and inquired about the time frame. Staff responded this will be investigated. Commissioner Davert commented on the Alta Dena project. Commissioner Kawashima asked about the nail salon at Tustin Market Place. The Director indicated that some improvements are going to be necessary. Commissioner Kawashima asked if both buildings are leased. The Director responded that staff will inquire at the Irvine Company and report back. Commissioner Kawashima then asked about the appearance of Bourbon Street. Other commissioners and staff reported that it has been repainted. COMMISSION CONCERNS: Commissioner Bell - Stated appreciation for Agenda and Minutes of Planning Commission being available on the City's web site. - Wished everyone a happy extended holiday weekend. Commissioner Davert - Reminded everyone that the Chili Cook-off is coming up and encouraged everyone to be there. - Expressed appreciation for the Major Accomplishments 1999 brochure Planning Commission Agenda May 22, 2000 Page 5 Commissioner Pontious - Indicated she will be vacationing but will not miss the Planning Commission due to the holiday schedule. - Asked about the injury to Christine Shingleton. The Director responded that Assistant City Manager Shingleton broke her foot while on a visit to the Pentagon, has had surgery and is recovering at home. Commissioner Pontious suggested sending a card on behalf of the Planning Commission would be in order. The Director indicated staff will do so. Commissioner Kawashima Encouraged everyone to enjoy the long holiday. Chairman Kozak - Also wished everyone a happy Memorial Day Weekend - Commended the staff on all the reports. - Encouraged staff the keep up the good work. - Mentioned there is a gravel spill on the Fourth Street bridge, and Caltrans should be notified to clean it up. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Davert moved, Commissioner Pontious seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 7:40 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. A regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held on June 12, 2000 beginning at 7:00 p.m., City Council Chambers, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin.